It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic 1810 Goundie House gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Center Valley, PA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Polk Valley Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local KOME Japanese Cuisine or visit Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Center Valley, PA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Center Valley, PA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Center Valley, PA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital, Center Valley, PennsylvaniaArchitecture and interior design firm FCA (Philadelphia) collaborated with developer KRN Development (Memphis, Tenn.), consultant Pure Project Management (Philadelphia), and rehabilitation services provider ...
Architecture and interior design firm FCA (Philadelphia) collaborated with developer KRN Development (Memphis, Tenn.), consultant Pure Project Management (Philadelphia), and rehabilitation services provider Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network (Allentown, Pa.) to envision the Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital in Center Valley, Pa.
The new-build, greenfield hospital extends Good Shepherd’s services throughout the Allentown region, operating as the organization’s primary inpatient rehabilitation center.
With its opening, Good Shepherd relocated its primary services to this new facility. This transition offers a more peaceful rural setting to promote healing, while the original, more urban location will remain open to provide outpatient services to the surrounding community.
The 124,000-square-foot facility features 76 private rooms, with on-site amenities and services including a cafe and full-service kitchen, meditation chapel, imaging services, therapy gyms, and activities garden.
An Empower + Experience Center for innovative technology demonstrations and educational programming allows patients to engage with the latest technologies and services to augment their lives.
Opened in July 2023, the center blends modern design strategies, including providing outdoor views in every patient room and using biophilic materials, with patient-centric solutions, such as a smart home hub, living-in-place resources, and adaptive gaming facilities.
Location: Center Valley, Pa.
Completion date: July 2023
Owner: Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network
Total building area: 124,000 sq. ft.
Total construction cost: Not disclosed
Cost/sq. ft.: Not disclosed
Architect: FCA
Interior designer: FCA
General contractor: IMC Construction
Engineers: Highland Associates (MEP/FP), MacIntosh Engineering (structural)
Builder: IMC Construction
Art consultant: Madison Art Consulting
Medical equipment planner: FCA
Food service planner: Corsi Associates
Art/pictures: Morris Black & Sons Inc.
Carpet/flooring: Atlas Masland, Patcraft, Gerflor, Garden State Tile, Altro, Encore, American Biltrite, Johnson Tarkett
Ceiling/wall systems: Armstrong World Industries Inc.
Doors/locks/hardware: Assa Abloy
Furniture—seating/casegoods: IOA, Sitonit, Stealcase, Carolina, Stylex, Global, OFS,
Handrails/wall guards: Acrovyn, Eykon
Headwalls/booms: Acrovyn
Lighting: Cooper Lighting, Axis
Signage/wayfinding: Mitchell Associates
Surfaces—solid/other: Corian, Wilsonart, Laminart, Cambria
Wallcoverings: Tile Bar, Nemo Tile
Project details are provided by the design team and not vetted by Healthcare Design.
PITTSBURGH — The WPIAL Class 3A Championship game featured a matchup between two Western Hills Conference schools as Central Valley and Avonworth faced off Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.The Antelopes blanked the Warriors 17-0 in a game that was dominated in the trenches as Avonworth advances to the PIAA semifinals.“Congratulations to Avonworth on an excellent football game. We got beat by a better team tonight, and sometimes that is hard to accept,” Central Valley head coach Mark Lyons ...
PITTSBURGH — The WPIAL Class 3A Championship game featured a matchup between two Western Hills Conference schools as Central Valley and Avonworth faced off Saturday afternoon at Acrisure Stadium.
The Antelopes blanked the Warriors 17-0 in a game that was dominated in the trenches as Avonworth advances to the PIAA semifinals.
“Congratulations to Avonworth on an excellent football game. We got beat by a better team tonight, and sometimes that is hard to accept,” Central Valley head coach Mark Lyons said. “That doesn’t say anything less about these guys. Football will teach you lessons, and losing doesn’t make you less of a person or player. All they did was come up short.”
The two schools faced off against each other in late September with Avonworth using a dominant ground game to wear down the Warriors' front seven. It did much more of the same in the rematch as Avonworth rushed for two scores on the ground, finishing with 156 total rushing yards.
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After a big return by Avonworth’s Cooper Scharding on the opening kick, Nico Neal took over rushing eight times on the Antelopes' first drive, reaching the end zone in 10 plays.
Neal found the end zone once more late in the fourth quarter to extend the Avonworth lead on a three-yard run out of the wildcat.
However, while the Central Valley suffered blows early, it bounced back the remainder of the game, only allowing the Antelopes to gain 114 yards on the ground after the first drive.
“The biggest change was our coaches making the adjustments after the first drive,” Central Valley senior defensive lineman Tyler Ondrusek said. “They bumped the front over a guy, which gave us more opportunities to pursue the ball, and our linebackers were able to fill the gaps better. It also gave me a better opportunity to get into the backfield, so I have to give it to our coaches for the adjustments.”
While the defense worked out the kinks, the Warrior's offense struggled throughout the contest as it could not get into a rhythm.
Throughout the season, Central Valley’s rushing tandem of Jance Henry and Mason Dixon were one of the more feared running back duos in the WPIAL Class 3A.
But against Avonworth in the championship, the pair were held to just 43 yards on the ground throughout the contest.
“Their defensive front poses some problems, and they will challenge you,” Lyons said. “I just think that we didn’t get enough snaps to get into a rhythm and get into our game plan. When you get a couple of quick three and outs and are forced to punt, they [Avonworth] were playing on their toes most of the evening.”
The Warriors drop their final game of the season, falling to 7-6 on the 2024 campaign. With the loss, no Beaver Valley programs have won a WPIAL Championship in football for the first time since 2007.
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The Central Valley Warriors lost to the Avonworth Antelopes 17-0 in the 3A WPIAL Championship game at Acrisure Stadium. The low-scoring game developed from strong defensive stops and the Warriors’ inability to recover from Avonworth’s quick offensive start.
“Like I told these guys in the locker room, ‘You didn’t fail. You came up short… there’s a big difference,’” said Central Valley head coach Mark Lyons.
Central Valley kicked off and started on defense, allowing the Antelopes to slowly travel down the field and score on their first drive. Avonworth’s Nico Neal scored a rushing touchdown from the 2-yard line with 6:11 left in the first.
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Central Valley Aaron Lawson took the ball off the punt to their own 28-yard line, but the Warriors were stalled for the rest of their drive. The Warriors attempted a fake punt on fourth down, but the pass was incomplete and Avonworth regained possession.
The Antelopes galloped down the field, making it to the 15-yard line where Calder Mahan kicked a field goal. Central Valley was down 10-0 with 11:51 left before half.
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Central Valley again could not get a first down and turned the ball over on 4th down. The Warriors’ defense finally held Avonworth, who punted off.
On their next drive, Central Valley’s QB Steven Rutherford made a 22-yard rush and Quinn Connolly caught a deep pass by Rutherford to reach the other side of the field. Central Valley was short again on fourth down, and the Antelopes began their possession.
The Warriors came alive, not allowing Avonworth to score for the rest of the half.
“This had to be my favorite [year]. The way we grinded it out together, the way we put our heads down through all the adversity… it had to be my favorite,” said Tyler Ondrusek.
Both teams’ defenses held strong for the rest of the third quarter, punting back and forth with no score change.
The final touchdown came from Avonworth’s Nico Neal who rushed in with 4:23 left in the game and increased the Antelope lead to 17-0.
A late-game fumble caused by Avonworth with 1:38 left in the 4th quarter ended the Warriors’ hope for a victory.
The Central Valley Warriors ended their season 7-6.
“I couldn’t be more proud of what this group has done from the beginning to the end,” said Lyons.
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The Central Valley Warriors defeated the Elizabeth Forward Warriors 31-15 this Friday in the WPIAL 3A semifinals at Montour High School. Central Valley’s strong defense, led by Tyler Ondrusek and Lukas Gerovac on the line, and Aaron Lawson in the backfield, played a significant role in their victory.
Central Valley started by kicking off to Elizabeth Forward who began their drive with a pass from QB Ryan Messina to Connor Stokes. EF had a series of successful offensive drives, including a QB rush to the 36-yard line and a catch by Charles Nigut to get past the 50. Nigut played well on both sides of the ball, scoring a touchdown later in the game for EF and defending the backfield.
CV’s defense quickly adapted to stop these short runs, forcing Elizabeth Forward to punt off on fourth down. Despite the snap being high over the head of Nigut, he recovered the ball and got it off just in time. Central Valley started their next drive on the 47 yard-line. EF then showed their capabilities on defense, stopping CV from even reaching a first down.
Both teams exhibited stellar defense on their next drives. Central Valley stopped Elizabeth Forward’s deep passes from connecting with receivers, leading to another 4th down punt. EF’s defense quickly answered back, holding CV at the 42 yard-line on 4th and 3.
Elizabeth Forward didn’t have the ball for long on their next drive; an interception by Lawson gave CV back the ball at the 20 yard-line. From there, Mason Dixon scored a rushing touchdown the next play, doing a cartwheel move over EF’s defense to reach the endzone. Domenic Pratt kicked the extra point, which put CV up 7-0 with 2:50 left in the first quarter.
With the momentum in their favor, Central Valley’s defense had another stop against Elizabeth Forward with help from Ethan Shearer who defended the QB rush. On fourth down, EF decided to punt off, but the snap was high over Nigut’s head again and Central Valley recovered the ball on the 16 yard-line. Because of this recovery, CV’s Jane Henry had no problem rushing for another touchdown. Pratt kicked another successful extra point, increasing their lead 14-0 with 1:16 left in the first quarter.
Elizabeth Forward answered back almost instantaneously. Messina launched a pass down the field to Stokes who scored with 0:59 left in the first quarter. A successful extra point put EF on the scoreboard, but still down 14-7 to Central Valley to end the quarter.
CV couldn’t make much more progress on their next drive. EF held them to 4th and 7 on their own 31 yard-line, so had to punt off. A similar result happened when EF tried their next drive; Central Valley’s defense held Elizabeth Forward on fourth down.
After receiving the ball back from EF’s punt, Central Valley made quick work. Steven Rutherford had a 91-yard touchdown down the field to increase their lead. The extra point secured by Pratt boosted them to a 21-7 lead with 9:50 left in the half.
Elizabeth Forward trekked their way down the field to just past the 50, but CV’s defense once again stalled them from making it further. After 4th and 6, Central Valley earned the ball back. They couldn’t hold on to it for long though; an interception by Brenden Stroschein gave EF the ball back.
Once again, the defense from CV, including big sacks from Ondrusek and Gerovac led to Elizabeth Forward being at 4th and 19 with 1:15 left in the second quarter. After punting off, Central Valley took a knee to end the half, leading 21-7.
Central Valley received the kickoff on the 22 yard-line. They were eventually forced to punt off on fourth down, thanks to a strong Elizabeth Forward defense. The EF offense started to shine through the next drive; Nigut completed a run to move the ball to the 45-yard line. Messina then has a 15-yard rush to get the first down. This offensive movement continued down the field with catches by Andrew Grese to set the ball up at the 4 yard-line.
Just when Elizabeth Forward looked like they were going to score, CV caught a break with an illegal formation call on EF that turned the ball over. While the next play began at CV’s own endzone, thanks to a long rush by Dixon, the play ended with the ball at EF’s 25 yard-line. A few plays later, Henry rushed into the endzone for his second touchdown of the night. Despite a high snap, Pratt was able to make the extra point and boost their lead 28-7 with 1:06 left in the third.
Elizabeth Forward ended the third quarter with the ball around the 50. When the game continued in the fourth, EF was once again stopped by Central Valley’s defense and had a turnover on downs. Once CV gained possession of the ball, they quickly moved down the field with rushes from Dixon and Henry. EF’s defense finally kicked in again, and CV was stopped at 4th and goal at the 6 yard-line. CV decided to take the field goal, and Pratt successfully added another 3 points onto their lead, making the score 31-7 with 5:52 left in the game.
On the next drive, Elizabeth Forward’s offense took off, but it was too late in the game to make a difference in the outcome. Nigut and Stokes worked together to get the ball down the field, until Nigut finished rushing the ball into the endzone with 2:11 left in the game. EF then completed a 2-point conversion with a pass from Nigut to Stroschein, making the score 31-15.
Central Valley held onto its lead, and a first down by Dixon sealed its victory over Elizabeth Forward.
The Central Valley Warriors (#2 seed) will move on to play the Avonworth Antelopes (#5 seed) in the WPIAL Class 3A Championships and PIAA Qualifier at Acrisure Stadium on Nov. 23 at 5 p.m.
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ROBINSON TWP. — For the fifth time in six years, Central Valley is headed to Acrisure Stadium.After a slow start Friday at Thomas J. Birko Memorial Stadium, the Warriors used a dominant ground game and a strong defensive effort to defeat Elizabeth Forward 31-15 in the WPIAL semifinals.“This program has taken on an identity that if you were to ask me back in 2010 we would be going back there the number of times we have, I don’t think I would have believed you,” Central Valley coach Mark Lyo...
ROBINSON TWP. — For the fifth time in six years, Central Valley is headed to Acrisure Stadium.
After a slow start Friday at Thomas J. Birko Memorial Stadium, the Warriors used a dominant ground game and a strong defensive effort to defeat Elizabeth Forward 31-15 in the WPIAL semifinals.
“This program has taken on an identity that if you were to ask me back in 2010 we would be going back there the number of times we have, I don’t think I would have believed you,” Central Valley coach Mark Lyons said. “It is a testament to every coach who has been part of this program and believes in what we do. They believe in our players, the next man up mentality and believe in what we do.”
After a slow start ? the teams traded two punts each to begin the game ? the patented Central Valley run game started to take shape.
Mason Dixon led the rushing attack, carrying 13 times for 140 yards while scoring the game's first points on an acrobatic 20-yard run.
“We knew that we had to pound the rock,” Henry said. “Once we got into our go-to formation, we knew that they [Elizabeth Forward] could not outphysical us.”
Two series later, quarterback Steven Rutherford got in on the action as the Warriors' offensive line created a gap which he hit up the middle and went the distance for a 91-yard score. As a team, Central Valley rushed for 312 yards.
On the other side of the ball, the Warriors' defense suffocated Elizabeth Forward, allowing only a touchdown through three quarters.
“My hat goes off to our defensive core,” Lyons said. “From our staff to our players, they had a great game plan and made them one-dimensional. They took [Charles] Nigut out of the equation. I was told that they had negative rushing yards in the first half so our guys hunted the ball. We weren’t going to let Nigut dictate the game, he is too good of a player and we weren’t going to let him control the tempo.”
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Twice the Central Valley offense capitalized off of defense, once in the first quarter as well as early in the second half.
Aaron Lawson first grabbed an interception, which gave Central Valley great starting field position for Dixon's touchdown run.
In the second half, Central Valley stuffed a Elizabeth Forward wildcat run on fourth down on the goal line. Dixon would then break off a big gain on the ensuing play from scrimmage, and Jance Henry would cap the drive with a three-yard rush.
“That was just a scouting report play for us,” Lyons said. “We saw the formation and our guys knew what was coming and it was a host of guys that came in to make that stop.”
Now Central Valley will set its sights on Acrisure Stadium next Saturday, where it will face Avonworth in the WPIAL Class 3A championship at 5 p.m.
The Warriors and Antelopes will meet for the second time this season after Avonworth defeated Central Valley 21-14 back on Sept. 27.
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