NORTHERN LEHIGH / WALNUTPORT AREA — November 14, 2026. The Northern Lehigh Bulldogs are District 11 Class 2A football champions after defeating Schuylkill Haven 40–13 in Friday night’s championship game on November 13.
The win is Northern Lehigh’s first district football title since 2022, according to local game coverage from Times News. The title game was played at North Schuylkill, and the official District XI football bracket also lists Northern Lehigh as the Class 2A champion.
A big night for the Bulldogs
Northern Lehigh built an early lead and maintained control as its defense limited Schuylkill Haven’s offense. The Bulldogs finished with 40 points, answering a second-half touchdown by the Hurricanes and closing the game with a convincing margin.
For players, coaches, school families and fans across Slatington, Walnutport and the Northern Lehigh area, the title is a memorable local sports achievement. The Bulldogs entered the postseason after an uneven regular season and then defeated Shenandoah Valley to reach the championship game.
What’s next?
Local game coverage reports the Bulldogs are scheduled to face Dunmore on November 20 in the state playoff bracket. Check school and PIAA information for final kickoff time, venue and ticket arrangements.
Sources: Official PIAA District XI football bracket; Times News game report, Nov. 14.
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