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Jeannette and Bentworth Clash in WPIAL Class A Playoffs

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Jeannette and Bentworth face off in the first round of the WPIAL Class A playoffs, with the Jayhawks seeking to use their speed to counter the Bearcats' powerful running game. Senior quarterback Kymon'e Brown has been instrumental in Jeannette's success, throwing for 1,467 yards and 13 touchdowns, while also rushing for 881 yards and 12 scores.

Jeannette's defense must contend with Bentworth's leading rusher, Ben Hays, who has accumulated 1,757 yards and 35 touchdowns this season. The Bearcats' defense is led by stout defensive line and middle linebacker Brayden Taggart and safety Ben Hays, who are tasked with containing the Jayhawks' dual-threat quarterback and speedy running backs and wide receivers.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jeannette has a 59-36-1 playoff record, with two PIAA and 10 WPIAL titles, compared to Bentworth's 1-8 playoff record and their only win in 2005 against Mapletown.
  • Senior quarterback Kymon'e Brown has thrown for 1,467 yards and 13 touchdowns, while also rushing for 881 yards and 12 scores this season.
  • Jeannette's top receiver is junior Jayce Powell, who has 38 catches, 794 yards, and 11 touchdowns.
  • Bentworth's defense is led by defensive line and middle linebacker Brayden Taggart and safety Ben Hays, who will attempt to contain Jeannette's offense.
  • Ben Hays, the WPIAL's leading rusher, has accumulated 1,757 yards and 35 touchdowns this season.
  • Jeannette's defense must key on slowing down Hays and containing the Bearcats' powerful running game.
  • The Bearcats have also shown the capability to throw the ball effectively, with junior quarterback Ty Watson completing 21 of 48 passes for 411 yards and eight touchdowns.

Statistics:

  • Jeannette has a 7-3 record and 1,467 passing yards and 13 touchdowns by senior quarterback Kymon'e Brown.
  • Bentworth has an 8-2 record and 411 passing yards and eight touchdowns by junior quarterback Ty Watson.
  • Ben Hays has accumulated 1,757 yards and 35 touchdowns this season for the Bearcats.
  • Jeannette has nine starters back from last year's semifinal team, while Bentworth has gotten better every year under coach David Pordash.
  • The Bearcats have lost two games by a total of four points.

Sources:

  • "Tribune-Review" (Greensburg, Pa.), October 29, 2025
  • Tribune Content Agency, LLC
  • www.triblive.com
  • Tribune Content Agency, LLC

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