Davidson Powers Athens Offense In 48-21 Rout Of Towanda
By: Tim Birney / September 25, 2026 / Photo: Tim Birney
ATHENS - Athens scored on its first six possessions, and piled up 507 yards in total offense in a 48-21 romp over Towanda here Thursday night in NTL Large School Football action.
Athens coach was concerned about playing on Thursday, but his team stepped up.
"We weren't quite sure what to think coming in tonight," said Athens coach Shawn Bradley. "There's a lot to prepare for, and a short week, it stinks, but they had to deal with the same thing.
Senior Connor Davidson had another standout game, accounting for five TDs, including four in the first half.
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Birney earned an Associate's Degree in Journalism from SUNY Morrisville in 1986 and a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism / Public Relations from Utica College of Syracuse University in 1988. He began his newspaper career at The Daily Review in Towanda in 1989, before moving on to The Evening Times in 1995. He spent more than 10 years at the Times, the last four as Managing Editor.
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