Girls' Flag Football Game Summaries

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North Allegheny Tops Kiski Area 34-20 in WPIAL Playoff Opener

The North Allegheny Lady Tigers secured a decisive 34-20 victory over the Kiski Area Lady Cavaliers in the opening round of the WPIAL Playoffs. The commanding performance, highlighted by spectacular defensive plays and explosive offense, advanced North Allegheny to the next stage of the tournament, which continued at 8 pm.

The Lady Tigers set the tone early, keeping the game firmly out of Kiski Area’s reach with a relentless defensive and offensive display:

Luci Zagacki (Senior): Delivered a standout performance, dismantling the Kiski Area offense with two incredible “pick-six” interceptions and adding a third touchdown on the day.

Vange Balouris (Senior): Contributed a massive pick-six of her own alongside two additional touchdowns to keep the momentum rolling.

Bella Devennie (Freshman): Converted a crucial extra point to solidify the scoring effort.

North Allegheny’s defense was an absolute wall against the Kiski attack, led by standout individual efforts in pulling and coverage:

Luci Zagacki: seven pulls

Ella Brinkley (Freshman): six pulls and one interception

Mia Bosley (Senior): five pulls and one interception

Brynn Hughey (Sophomore): five pulls

North Allegheny’s Playoff Run Concludes with Quarterfinal Loss to Shaler

Following their decisive opening-round victory, the North Allegheny Lady Tigers faced the Shaler Lady Titans in the WPIAL Quarterfinals. Despite a hard-fought battle on their home turf, the Lady Tigers fell 19-0.

Game Highlights & Recap

First Half Defense: Both teams engaged in a defensive battle, remaining scoreless until the second quarter. Shaler broke the tie with a long drive to take a 6-0 lead, but failed to convert the extra point.

Injury Setback: The Tigers rallied into Shaler territory just before halftime, but Zagacki sustained a lower-leg injury on the drive. North Allegheny was unable to convert before time expired, leaving the halftime score at 6-0.

Second Half Action: Shaler extended their lead late in the third quarter with a touchdown and an extra point to make it 13-0.

Offensive Spark: The Lady Tigers showed resilience in scoring territory, highlighted by two spectacular catches and carries by sophomore Giuliana Bontempo. However, a tough Shaler defense held strong in the red zone to limit further scoring.

Defensive Resistance: Seniors Alyssa Coy and Danika Hogan led the defense with a combined 10 pulls. Hogan used her exceptional speed and agility to stop the Shaler attack on fourth down twice with crucial sacks.

Season Finale and Senior Farewell

The quarterfinal defeat brings a close to a phenomenal season for the Lady Tigers, who finished the year with a stellar 15-2 record.

The North Allegheny community also wishes a fond farewell to the graduating class of seven seniors whose leadership defined the team’s success: Maddie Williams, Luci Zagacki, Danika Hogan, Mia Bosley, Vange Balouris, and Ella Knoch. The program wishes them the very best in their future endeavors.

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The Lady Tigers capped off their regular season with a strong, 60-0 victory over the Lady Hurricanes, finishing with a 14-1 record and securing second place in Section 1.

Senior Luci Zagacki led the Tigers with an outstanding performance on both sides of the ball, recording two interceptions—including a pick-six—along with two sacks, two touchdowns, and an extra-point conversion.

The offensive attack was highly efficient, with quarterbacks Macy Sundgren, Sloane Baker, and Natalie Smalley sharing the workload and connecting with multiple receivers for touchdowns.

Sundgren also contributed an extra point, while the underclassmen delivered impressive performances: freshman Lexi Momper caught two touchdowns, freshman Alexa Pealer rushed for two touchdowns, and both sophomore Brynn Hughey and freshman Kendall McCusker added a touchdown and an extra-point conversion each. Freshman Kara Fischer rounded out the scoring with another extra point.

The Tigers will host Kiski Area at Newman Stadium on Tuesday, May 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the first round of the WPIAL playoffs.

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On a rain-soaked evening, the Lady Tigers battled the Lady Trojans of North Catholic and came away with a 35–7 victory. Despite the slick conditions, both teams came out firing, with North Catholic striking first after capitalizing on a few missed tackles to take an early lead.

The Lady Tigers responded immediately with a touchdown drive of their own and quickly took control of the game, never looking back. 

Senior standout Luci Zagacki delivered another spectacular performance, accounting for two touchdowns and two extra point conversions on offense. She also anchored the defense with nine pulls and an interception, showcasing her all-around impact. Freshman Bella Devennie matched Zagacki’s offensive output, adding two touchdowns and two extra point conversions while consistently finding openings in the Trojans’ secondary.  Sophomore Giuliana Bontempo hauled in a touchdown pass from quarterback Macy Sundgren in the second half to keep the Tigers offense rolling. 

Additional contributions came from senior Mia Bosley, junior Sloane Baker, and Sundgren, each recording an extra point conversion. Defensively, Bosley added an interception, while senior Danika Hogan made her presence felt with seven pulls, using her quickness to disrupt North Catholic’s offensive rhythm and prevent sustained drives. Freshman Ella Brinkely capped off the night with a late-game interception to seal the victory.

With the win, the Lady Tigers improved to an impressive 12–1 record and currently sit in second place in Section 1. They return to action tomorrow at 5:30 PM at Newman Stadium to take on New Castle in their regular-season finale. The WPIAL playoffs are set to begin Tuesday at Newman Stadium, where the Tigers will look to carry their momentum into postseason play.

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Three weeks after lightning forced an abrupt pause, the NA Lady Tigers came back with purpose—and made sure there would be no doubt about the outcome.

With the game resuming exactly where it left off—7:42 remaining and a 32–13 lead—the Tigers wasted no time reasserting control. They added three more touchdowns and two successful two-point conversions to close out an impressive 52–13 victory over the Seneca Valley Lady Raiders.

The night belonged to senior standout Luci Zagacki, who delivered a phenomenal all-around performance. Zagacki tallied four touchdowns, a two-point conversion, and a one-point conversion, while racking up an incredible 11 receptions to lead the offense.

Senior Mia Bosley also made her presence felt in a big way, contributing two rushing touchdowns, a receiving touchdown, and an interception on defense. Fellow senior Vange Balouris added to the scoring surge with two receiving touchdowns, a two-point conversion, and an interception.

Defensively, the Tigers continued to shine. Sophomore Brynn Hughey came up with an interception and recorded six pulls, while senior Danika Hogan anchored the defense with five pulls and a sack.

Freshman quarterback Macy Sundgren showed poise beyond her years, distributing the ball effectively across multiple targets. She also added a rushing touchdown and sealed the game with a key interception.

All phases of the game clicked for the Lady Tigers, showcasing their depth, resilience, and explosive playmaking ability in a unique and challenging game situation.

The Lady Tigers will look to carry this momentum forward as they take on North Catholic today at NAI. Varsity kicks off at 5:30 PM, with JV to follow.

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North Allegheny showcased a potent blend of veteran leadership and emerging freshman talent tonight, securing a decisive 34-7 home victory over the Rams on Friday night at NAI.

The air attack was headlined by senior Luci Zagacki, who proved to be an unstoppable force in the red zone. Zagacki hauled in seven catches, finding the endzone three times for touchdowns and adding an extra point to her stellar stat line.

The freshmen duo of quarterbacks, Macy Sundgren and Natalie Smalley, displayed poise beyond their years. The two effectively distributed the ball to a variety of receivers, orchestrating a fluid offense that consistently moved the chains. Their efforts were rewarded with scores from:

Sienna Marquis (Fr.): A “catch and carry” for a touchdown.
Giuliana Bontempo (So.): Recorded a touchdown and five defensive pulls.
Bella Devennie (Fr.): Drilled an extra point to round out the scoring.

While the offense soared, the Tigers’ defense stifled the Rams at every turn. Senior Danika Hogan led the charge with a monster performance, recording nine pulls, a sack, and her first interception of the season.

Other defensive standouts included:

Vange Balouris (Sr.): Notched four pulls and contributed a two-point conversion on offense.
Ella Brinkley (Fr.): Logged seven flag pulls and an interception.
Bella Devennie (Fr.): Added a sack to her stats.

The Tigers turn their attention to Tuesday, where they will look to finalize a victory nearly a month in the making. The team will travel to conclude their March 31st matchup against Seneca Valley, which was previously paused due to inclement weather.

Game Reset Details:

Current Score: North Allegheny 31, Seneca Valley 13
Time Remaining: 7:43 (4th Quarter)
Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026

With a comfortable lead and significant momentum, the Tigers look to close out the Raiders and continue their impressive road to the playoffs.