Harford Schools Warn Of Fake Sports Accounts As Bel Air Football Advances In Playoffs

BEL AIR, MD — As Bel Air High School's football team prepares for the next round of state playoffs, Harford County Public Schools has issued a warning to sports fans to keep an eye out for fake social media accounts that could cost them money.

The Bel Air Bobcats defeated Lansdowne High School 43-0 Nov. 6 in the opening round of the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association class 2A playoffs.

According to MaxPreps, the Bobcats will travel to Manchester Valley High School in Manchester for their next playoff game Friday at 7 p.m.

Bel Air improved to 8-2 with Friday's victory.

Michael Moore and Amari Dudley each scored two rushing touchdowns against Lansdowne, while the Bobcats' defense intercepted four passes. Dylan James recorded two interceptions, MaxPreps reported.

As postseason competition continues, Harford County Public Schools reminds families to be cautious when looking for game information or purchasing tickets online.

The MPSSAA has discovered there are fake social media accounts using the organization's name, logos and photographs.

According to the school system, fans have lost money in the past after purchasing tickets through links shared by fraudulent accounts.

Unofficial fan pages also may provide inaccurate information about game schedules, locations and other details. School officials are encouraging families to follow only the MPSSAA's official social media accounts:

• Facebook: Mpssaa
• Instagram: @mpssaa_sport
• X: @MPSSAA_Org

The official accounts provide updates about postseason games, including postponements and changes to game times or locations.

Fans also can visit the MPSSAA website for championship schedules, playoff brackets and ticket information.

School officials encourage spectators to verify information through official sources before purchasing tickets or making plans to attend games.