Westmoreland County high school football players to watch for 2025 Week Zero

By: Paul Schofield
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 | 5:32 PM

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Players to watch

Aidan Shaffer

Yough, Jr. QB/DB

The junior was the second leading receiver on the team last season with 26 catches for 501 yards and five touchdowns. Now he moves to quarterback to replace Raidon Kuroda, now at Seton Hill. His main receiver should be senior Ryan Sarver, who led the Cougars with 33 catches for 397 yards and five touchdowns.

Dawson Wolfe

Southmoreland, Jr. QB/LB

The junior moves to quarterback to replace transfer Anthony Smith. Wolfe started at linebacker to past two seasons, was second in tackles with 65 and had three interceptions in eight games. First-year coach Dustin Shoaf said he likes Wolfe’s arm and mobility and is confident he can operate the offense.

Tyrone Leonard

Franklin Regional, Jr., WR/DB

Leonard caught a touchdown pass last season while playing at West Mifflin. He transferred to Franklin Regional, and coach Lance Getsy likes what he brings to the Panthers. He is quick and shifty, and he contributes toughness.

Aidan Stinebiser

Hempfield, Sr. RB/DB

The senior was the leading rusher for the Spartans last season with 576 yards on 145 carries. He also caught 12 passes for 162 yards and scored five touchdowns. Hempfield coach Nick Keefer expects Stinebiser to have a big season running behind a gigantic offensive line averaging 265 pounds.

Paul Schofield is a TribLive reporter covering high school and college sports and local golf. He joined the Trib in 1995 after spending 15 years at the Daily Courier in Connellsville, where he served as sports editor for 14 years. He can be reached at pschofield@triblive.com.

Tags: Franklin Regional, Hempfield, Southmoreland, Yough