Uniontown, Pa. – In front of a packed Bill Power Stadium crowd, the Uniontown Red Raiders secured a 21-13 win over the Ambridge Bridgers on Friday night. The game coincided with Uniontown Area High School’s 2026 Hall of Fame induction ceremony, adding a festive atmosphere to the contest.
Marcus Evans leads the way
Red Raiders head coach Tim Bukowski praised senior Marcus Evans as the night’s MVP. Evans recorded 156 yards from scrimmage, including a 59‑yard rushing touchdown before halftime and a 77‑yard reception in the third quarter. He finished with three catches for 97 yards and a single rushing attempt that resulted in a score.
“Marcus was the MVP tonight, and we knew the talent was there,” Bukowski said. “He’s done everything we asked, and he’s a big‑time football player. He’s a college football player.”
Key moments and supporting plays
Uniontown struck first when Evans broke free for a 59‑yard run with 8:41 left in the first half, putting the Red Raiders ahead 7‑0. Ambridge answered later with a three‑yard rush by Shamar Underwood, who led the game with 226 rushing yards on 24 carries.
Underwood’s 67‑yard touchdown in the third quarter gave the Bridgers a brief lead, but Uniontown responded quickly. A 77‑yard pass from quarterback Brayden Hinzy to Evans reclaimed the advantage, making it 14‑13 with just over five minutes left.
Defensive back Tayshawn Jackson added a crucial 59‑yard fumble return for a touchdown in the fourth quarter, extending the lead to 21‑13. The play sealed the win as Uniontown’s defense continued to contain Underwood, who had been a dominant rusher for Ambridge.
Coach Bukowski’s outlook
Despite the victory, Bukowski emphasized the need for continued effort. “We will be on the field Monday and fix their mistakes, but we are going to let these guys enjoy it over the weekend,” he said. “They worked hard and deserved this win.”
The Red Raiders will travel to Southmoreland for their next matchup on Sept. 11 at 7 p.m., aiming to improve their 2‑0 start.
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