September 2, 2023

Newly installed halfback pass sparks Tigers past Penn-Trafford

By Mon Valley Independent

By NATHAN BREISINGER

Trib Total Media

Prior to its matchup with Penn-Trafford, McKeesport added a play to its offensive repertoire that coach Matt Miller didn’t know if the team would use or not. That play: a halfback pass. Not only did the Tigers try it, but they used it to perfection, providing the turning point Friday as the Tigers defeated Penn-Trafford, 17-7.

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