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Kiesendahl's Dominance Powers Wallenpaupack to Home Playoff Berth
1 Nov
Summary
- Edward Kiesendahl led his team with 231 rushing yards and three touchdowns.
- Wallenpaupack clinched the No. 4 seed for the District 2 Class 4A playoffs.
- The Buckhorns will host their first playoff game since 2018.
No. 7 Wallenpaupack, led by Edward Kiesendahl, secured a significant 27-13 victory over No. 6 Valley View on Friday night. Kiesendahl was instrumental, rushing for 231 yards on 31 carries and scoring three touchdowns. His efforts, combined with a strong defensive stand that included his own late-game interception, ensured Wallenpaupack clinched the No. 4 seed for the District 2 Class 4A playoffs.
The win means the Buckhorns will host a playoff game for the first time since 2018. They are set to face No. 5 Berwick in the quarterfinals. This marks a triumphant return to home playoff football for the team, with Kiesendahl expressing immense pride in the team's chemistry and performance throughout the season.
Valley View, despite efforts from Cash Roe and quarterback Colin Dempsey, fell to the No. 6 seed. They will travel to play No. 3 Honesdale in their quarterfinal matchup. Wallenpaupack's victory also ended a three-game losing streak against formidable playoff contenders.
