On Friday, October 6, the Cheltenham High School football team staged a second-half comeback to defeat the Springfield Montco Spartans 26-19 for their first victory of the 2023 season.

After trailing 19-7 at halftime, the Panthers went on to score 19 unanswered points. For a highlight reel of the game, you can click here.

With a 1-1 conference record, the Panthers are looking to capture the Suburban One League American Division championship. Cheltenham will host Upper Moreland on Friday, October 13. The team is currently 1-5 overall.

According to local historian Chuck Langerman, the Cheltenham-Springfield football series began in 1926. The Panthers lead the all-time series with 23 wins and eight losses.

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