By Matt Smith
Upper Dublin at Strath Haven, 7 >> The No. 2 Panthers (10-1) ran for 414 yards (9.6 yards per carry) and six touchdowns in their 42-7 rout of No. 15 Great Valley. Shane Green led the way with 134 yards and two scores and James Fisher contributed 106 yards and a pair of TDs. Sean Henry dominated on defense with nine tackles and an interception
This isn’t the vaunted Cardinals (7-4) squad that won 13 straight games en route to a district title last season. Upper Dublin backed into the playoffs this year with two straight losses, but the No. 7 Cardinals began their title defense with a 40-20 win over No. 10 Methacton. Running back Shyne Roberts erupted for 235 yards and two touchdowns.
The winner advances to the semifinals where they will play either Marple or Springfield.
Prediction: Strath Haven, 35-21.
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