Shady Side Academy in Pittsburgh has been forced into a tough spot by circumstances, but it did not wait to explain what comes next. The high school started its season with a close 28-26 victory over Greensburg Central Catholic. That victory was then followed by absolute domination over Burrell with a 30-point win, with a score of 56-26. But they won’t be able to carry on the momentum into their 3rd game. The Bulldogs announced they will forfeit Friday’s game against Clairton because an unusual wave of injuries has left the roster threadbare.

Nearly twenty of roughly forty players are sidelined this week, which is too many to field a safe or competitive lineup. “Our players have battled through injuries and adversity with heart and resilience, and their 2-0 start speaks volumes about the

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