The PSFCA Podcast

PSFCA Podcast - Episode 11

We interview the 2025 class of the PSFCA Hall of Fame. Dave Baker – Central and Williamsburg Don Holl – Tunkhannock, Gannon, Cathedral Prep, Seneca Valley, Gateway Jeff Wasilchak – Lakeland, Lackawanna Trail Bruce Harbach – Lancaster Catholic, Schuylkill Valley Max Shoemaker – Bedford, Chestnut Ridge Doug Dahms – Wilson Rich Lichtel – Mechanicsburg (Deceased) They reflect on the big moments, memories, and lessons they've accumulated throughout their careers.

PSFCA Podcast - Episode 10

In this episode, we have news on the PSFCA East / West games and Big 33 games coming up in May, as well as information on the rosters, coaching staffs, Buddy program, youth clinic, fan fest, and host families. We also interview 2025 Big 33 head coaches, Matt Ortega from Coatesville, and Tom Abel from Northern-Calvert. The coaches discuss the process of selecting players, installation and practice time, and general thoughts on the game.

PSFCA Podcast - Episode 9

On this episode of the PSFCA Podcast, we update you on news of the upcoming PSFCA Clinic, the selection of the Big 33 team, the Big 33 Super Bowl streak, and the Big 33 Buddy Bowling event. Additionally, we revisit the Big 33 and PSFCA East / West selection process with past president, Ed Gallagher, and speak with director of our sponsor, SVS Sports, Jim Cantafio, about what programs they offer.

PSFCA Podcast - Episode 8

On this episode of the PSFCA Podcast, we interview defensive coordinator, Bill Reiss, of the Lackawanna College football staff. Coach Reiss has been a member of the Lackawanna staff since the Spring of 2009, and is entering his finishing his 16th year. Coach Reiss speaks about coaching junior college football and the similarities and differences from 4-year universities, as well as other pertinent issues.

PSFCA Podcast - Episode 7

Ryan Freed (East Stroudsburg University) and Gannon Brubaker (Temple) discuss duties and responsibilities of being a student assistant coach in college as another avenue to stay in the game. Additional topics include balancing school and coaching, relationships with collegiate staff and players, and growing in their respective roles.