In a decisive Class 4A Big Six Conference showdown on Friday night, Chartiers Valley rolled past visiting Albert Gallatin 56‑19, effectively ending the Colonials’ chances for a wild‑card playoff berth.
The game opened with fireworks as both teams returned the opening kickoffs for touchdowns. Albert Gallatin’s Tremayne Spillman sprinted 80 yards for the first score, only to be answered moments later by Chartiers Valley’s Easton Staab, who raced 79 yards back for a touchdown.
Chartiers Valley seized control early when running back Zach Efthimiades broke free for a 63‑yard touchdown run, putting the Colts ahead 14‑6. The momentum continued as the Colts built a commanding lead, entering halftime up 42‑12 and extending the advantage to 49‑19 after three quarters.
Albert Gallatin managed to add two late scores: a 2‑yard rush by Bronx Jamison in the second quarter and a 66‑yard sprint by Bentley Swaney in the third. However, those efforts were insufficient to stem the tide.
Key performances
Zach Efthimiades was the standout, racking up 162 rushing yards and two touchdowns. His explosive play set the tone for Chartiers Valley’s offense and helped the team dominate time of possession.
Albert Gallatin’s Spillman and Staab each recorded kickoff return touchdowns, showcasing the speed and athleticism on both sides of the ball.
Other local action
In other conference play, Mount Pleasant defeated Southmoreland 33‑17 at Russ Grimm Field. Nick Morell carried the ball 24 times for 187 yards and two scores, while Brady Brooks added 113 rushing yards and a touchdown.
Southmoreland’s early lead, sparked by Dawson Wolfe’s 8‑yard touchdown run and a successful two‑point conversion, was ultimately overturned by Mount Pleasant’s relentless offense.
Both games highlighted the high level of competition in western Pennsylvania high‑school football and underscored the importance of strong rushing attacks and special‑teams play.
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