Author: Bill Hartlep


Allderdice’s Bailey White (left) and Obama Academy’s Taylor Phillips fight for a loose ball during the City League championship game Feb. 18 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse.
Trib HSSN 2024-25 City League girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 28, 2024
Six girls basketball teams will again compete in the City League for the 2024-25 season — Allderdice, Brashear, Carrick, Obama Academy, Perry Traditional Academy and Westinghouse.

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Allderdice’s Lukas Stead looks to pass through pressure from Obama Academy’s Torrien Perkins during the City League championship game Feb. 18 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse.
Trib HSSN 2024-25 City League boys basketball preseason breakdown
Allderdice will again enter the 2024-25 City League boys basketball season as the favorite as the Dragons seek a fifth straight City championship.

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Clairton’s Iyanna Wade averaged 40.1 points per game last season.
Trib HSSN 2024-25 WPIAL Class A girls basketball preseason breakdown
WPIAL Class A girls basketball has a little bit of everything this season.

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Quaker Valley’s Oumou Thiero works against Blackhawk’s Quinn Borroni on Jan. 12, 2023.
Trib HSSN 2024-25 WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 26, 2024
A pair of teams will try to defend WPIAL championships this winter in Class 3A girls basketball.

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South Fayette’s Juliette Leroux scores against Armstrong during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Petersen Events Center.
Trib HSSN 2024-25 WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 24, 2024
The WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball field got a little more interesting in the offseason.

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Pine-Richland’s Tanner Cunningham celebrates his second quarter touchdown with Roman Chiacco during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game against Peters Township on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 5A championship game by the numbers: Pine-Richland 20, Peters Township 9
November 23, 2024
Pine-Richland 20, Peters Township 9

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Avonworth’s Justin Beck celebrates a tackle for loss against Central Valley during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 3A championship game by the numbers: Avonworth 17, Central Valley 0
Avonworth 17, Central Valley 0

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North Allegheny’s Alicia Mokube blocks the shot of North Catholic’s Sienna Cozza during the WPIAL Class 4A girls volleyball championship match Nov. 2.
2024 PIAA Class 4A girls volleyball championship preview: North Allegheny vs. Spring-Ford
November 15, 2024
Spring-Ford (21-7) vs. North Allegheny (20-1)

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Mars’ Gabi Weidemann scores past Beaver’s Kaylee Kisling during their PIAA Class 3A semifinal Tuesday.
2024 PIAA Class 3A girls volleyball championship preview: Mars vs. Pope John Paul II
Pope John Paul II (23-0) vs. Mars (21-4)

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Springdale’s Briana Ross celebrates after setting up the Dynamos’ third goal during their PIAA Class A semifinal against Seton-LaSalle on Tuesday.
Springdale girls soccer team faces final hurdle in bid for 1st state championship
November 14, 2024
Springdale girls soccer players began practice Thursday evening just as they had dozens of times before, laughing, chatting, stretching and warming up ahead of their workout.

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The Moon boys soccer team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Franklin Regional, 3-1, in the Class 3A final on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, at Highmark Stadium.
2024 PIAA Class 3A boys soccer championship preview: Moon vs. Radnor
Radnor (20-3) vs. Moon (25-0)

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Bentworth’s Aiden McMurray battles OLSH’s Colby Lane for a header during the WPIAL Class A championship game on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024, at Highmark Stadium.
2024 PIAA Class A boys soccer championship preview: Bentworth vs. Lancaster Mennonite
PIAA Class A boys soccer championship

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Plum’s Christian Alter battles Fox Chapel’s Jake Williams (7) and Rocco Didomenico for a header during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game Friday.
A-K Valley PIAA soccer playoff preview capsules for Nov. 5, 2024
November 4, 2024
PIAA soccer playoffs

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Beaver’s Kailyn Connelly blocks the shot of Hampton’s Anna Hensberger during the WPIAL Class 3A girls volleyball semifinal Wednesday at North Allegheny High School.
WPIAL girls volleyball championship preview: North Allegheny, Beaver look to defend titles
November 1, 2024
Four champions will be crowned Saturday at the 2024 WPIAL girls volleyball championships at Peters Township’s AHN Arena.

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Avonworth’s Abdul Basit battles Deer Lakes’ Zane Spence for possession during their WPIAL Class 2A semifinal on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, at North Allegheny.
2024 WPIAL Class 2A boys soccer championship breakdown: South Park vs. Avonworth
WPIAL Class 2A boys soccer championship

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Seneca Valley’s Ashlee Libby celebrates with Bella Gianfrancesco after scoring against Pine-Richland on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, in Jackson.
2024 WPIAL Class 4A girls soccer championship breakdown: Peters Township vs. Seneca Valley
October 31, 2024
WPIAL Class 4A girls soccer championship

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Leechburg’s Brady Rollinger beats Greensburg Central Catholic’s Samir Crosby on Friday, at Leechburg.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 10
October 30, 2024
Class 3A first round

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Bentworth’s Andrew Vipperman scores the tying goal against Charleroi during the 2023 WPIAL Class A championship game at Highmark Stadium.
2024 WPIAL Class A boys soccer championship breakdown: Bentworth vs. OLSH
WPIAL Class A boys soccer championship

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Fox Chapel’s Sophie Thorne battles Plum’s Emily Grubich for possession during their WPIAL Class 3A semifinal on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024, at Martorelli Stadium in Ross.
A-K Valley high school soccer playoff capsule for Oct. 31, 2024
WPIAL soccer playoffs

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Burrell’s Adam Scheftic works against South Park’s Ryan Ellis during their WPIAL Class 2A semifinal on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, at North Allegheny.
A-K Valley high school soccer playoff capsule for Oct. 30, 2024
October 29, 2024
WPIAL soccer playoffs

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Deer Lakes’ Peyton Kushon and Hopewell’s Paul Thompson fight for the ball during WPIAL Class 2A first round boys soccer action Oct. 17, 2024 at Deer Lakes High School.
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsules: Games for Oct. 28, 2024
October 27, 2024
WPIAL soccer playoffs

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Plum’s Darian Nelson (5) is congratulated in the end zone after scoring a touchdown against Kiski Area on Friday, Oct. 18, 2024 at Kiski Area High School.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 9
October 23, 2024
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Springdale’s Brennan Mattie takes a shot past Riverview’s Chris O’Toole on Oct. 3, 2024 at Riverside Park.
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsule: Game for Oct. 23, 2024
October 22, 2024
WPIAL soccer playoffs

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Fox Chapel’s Anthony Fourquet runs the ball against Plum on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024 at Plum Senior High School.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 8
October 16, 2024
Class 5A Northeast Conference

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Kiski Area’s Landon Kucic (5) bulldozes his way across the goal line over Latrobe’s Brandan Bronson (44) on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, at Latrobe Memorial Stadium.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 7
October 9, 2024
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for the A-K Valley in Week 7 of the 2024 season:

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Highlands’ Menage Lucas cuts back on Deer Lakes on Friday at Deer Lakes High School.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 6
October 2, 2024
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups the A-K Valley in Week 6 of the 2024 season:

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Gateway’s Zidaan Hassan plays against Upper St. Clair during the WPIAL Class 3A doubles tennis championships April 24, at North Allegheny High School.
Notable changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL boys tennis alignment
September 30, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Leechburg’s Timmy Andrasy celebrates with Jaxon Vargo after Vargo’s interception of a pass intended for Jeannette’s Noah Sunder on Friday at McKee Stadium.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 5
September 25, 2024
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for the A-K Valley in Week 5 of the 2024 season:

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The Quaker Valley boys display the WPIAL trophy for winning the Class 2A team track and field championship May 7, 2024 at Peters Township.
Notable changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL track and field alignment
September 23, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Mars’ McKenna Merritt celebrates with Mya Cote (7) and Anna Bowser after scoring against Chartiers Valley during the WPIAL Class 2A girls lacrosse championship game on Thursday, May 23, 2024, at RMU.
Notable changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL girls lacrosse alignment
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Riverview’s Rio Stotts looks for a pass opening against Leechburg on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024 at Veterans’ Memorial Field in Leechburg.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 4
September 18, 2024
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for the A-K Valley in Week 4 of the 2024 season:

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North Allegheny’s Will Robertson defends on a pass attempt from Shaler’s Peyton Planz during the WPIAL Class 3A boys volleyball championship match Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Peters Township.
Notable changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL boys volleyball alignment
September 16, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Mars’ Sean Brennan celebrates with Enzo Grieco in the PIAA Class 2A lacrosse quarterfinals.
Breaking down changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL boys lacrosse alignment
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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North Allegheny junior third baseman Emily Clark plays against West Allegheny on Sept. 8, 2024.
North Allegheny slow-pitch softball working for postseason success
September 14, 2024
Members of North Allegheny’s slow-pitch softball team remember how they felt after the 2023 season ended — on the losing end of a 3-1 decision to Plum in the WPISL quarterfinals.

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Kiski Area’s Landon Kucic (5) runs against Hempfield on Friday at Richard J. Dilts Field.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 3
September 11, 2024
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for the A-K Valley in Week 3 of the 2024 season:

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Freeport head coach Ron DeJidas greets pitcher Sydeney Selker at the dugout during their WPIAL Class 3A quarterfinal against Mohawk on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Seneca Valley.
Notable changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL softball alignment
September 9, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Elizabeth Forward’s Trystyn Skinjorich works to take down Highlands’ Darius Cherry during a game Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Highlands.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 2
September 4, 2024
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for the A-K Valley in Week 2 of the 2024 season:

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Penn-Trafford head coach Lou Cortazzo gets doused with the water cooler by Tyler Freas and Zach Feldman after defeating Bethel Park in the WPIAL Class 5A championship game on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at Wild Things Park.
Notable changes to the 2025-26 WPIAL baseball alignment
September 2, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Plum’s Sloan Humphries (left) breaks up a pass intended for Franklin Regional’s Darwin Jones during their Week Zero game last Friday.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week 1
August 28, 2024
Nonconference

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Burrell wrestlers celebrate after beating Burgettstown in the WPIAL Class 2A team championship match in February.
Notable changes to the 2024-25, 2025-26 WPIAL wrestling alignment
August 26, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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WPIAL Hall of Fame Class of 2023 inductee Don Rebel stands for a photo during the hall of fame announcement Jan. 18, 2023, at the Sen. John Heinz History Center.
Trib HSSN celebrates 25th anniversary of broadcasting high school football
August 22, 2024
Student-athletes across Western Pennsylvania have made countless memories over the past quarter-century, and the TribLive High School Sports Network has helped chronicle those moments and performances.

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Valley’s Roman D’Argon is a sophomore defensive end/guard for the 2024 Vikings.
Valley sophomore Roman D’Argon ready to step up on defensive line
Demetrius Ballard left quite a void in the Valley defensive front and not just because he is 6-foot-6 and 245 pounds.

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Laurel lineman Casey Wilson works out during practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at Laurel.
Offseason growth boosts expectations for Laurel
Brian Cooper cited growth as the biggest area of improvement for his 2024 Laurel football team.

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Neshannock head coach Michael Bongivengo talks with quarterback Jino Mozzocio during practice on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, in Neshannock.
Despite changes, goals remain the same for Neshannock
Editor’s note: Trib HSSN will publish team-by-team previews for one conference per day until the start of the high school football season Friday.

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Summit Academy’s Stephen J. Sherer Field.
Summit Academy looks to benefit from more experienced roster
Anthony Becoate has done lots of teaching and coaching during training camp workouts the past two weeks, trying to get his Summit Academy players up to speed in time for their Week Zero matchup with Frazier.

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South Side’s Mateja Pavlovich works out in the rain during practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, at South Side.
South Side football ‘hungry’ after reaching WPIAL finals
South Side football players keep wanting to take the next step. Over the past three years, they’ve accomplished that goal.

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Shenango quarterback Sam Patton works out in the rain during practice on Friday, Aug. 16, 2024, in Shenango.
Shenango hopes to overcome injuries to contend in Big Seven Conference
Shenango football coach Jimmy Graham cited staying healthy as a key component to competing in the rugged Class A Big Seven Conference.

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The Rochester football team practices on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, in Rochester.
With RB Antonio Laure back in fold, Rochester eyes success in Big 7 Conference
Antonio Laure is looking forward to stepping back on a football field, breaking through a wall of defenders and scampering into the end zone.

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Northgate quarterback Sonteon Layne throws during the Willie Thrower quarterbacks camp in June at Valley High School.
Northgate hopes bigger roster translates to more wins, elusive playoff berth
Northgate’s football roster was hovering in the mid-teens five seasons ago. The limited numbers made it a challenge to compete.

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Freeport’s Owen Neistein pulls in a catch during a 7-on-7 tournament in July at Freeport Area High School.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2024 Week Zero
August 21, 2024
Nonconference

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Baldwin’s Abby Rexrode (center) won her third all-around title at the WPIAL championships Feb. 10, 2024, at Moon.
Notable changes to the 2024-25, 2025-26 WPIAL gymnastics alignment
August 19, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Fort Cherry coach Tanner Garry talks with quarterback Matt Sieg during the WPIAL Class A championship game last season.
WPIAL Class A preview: Fort Cherry enters season with target on its back
August 18, 2024
Fort Cherry got a taste of a PIAA championship game atmosphere last fall. Now the Rangers want to return to Cumberland Valley and raise a state championship trophy.

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Jahmar Wright returns at safety for Highlands.
Highlands’ veteran defensive backfield looks to create ‘No Fly Zone’ over Natrona Heights
August 15, 2024
Highlands’ move into the Class 3A Allegheny 7 Conference brought about some exciting rivalry matchups with nearby A-K Valley foes such as Burrell, Deer Lakes, Freeport and Valley.

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Imani Christian head coach Khayree Wilson Sr. celebrates with his team after defeating Neighborhood Academy in the WPIAL Class A championship game Feb. 29, 2024, at Pitt.
Notable changes to the 2024-25, 2025-26 WPIAL boys basketball alignment
August 12, 2024
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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Greensburg Central Catholic’s Erica Gribble scores against Serra Catholic during the WPIAL Class 2A championship game on Thurday, Feb. 29, 2024, at Pitt.
Notable changes to the 2024-25, 2025-26 WPIAL girls basketball alignment
The WPIAL released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports, and changes will be implemented starting this fall.

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The Armstrong softball team mobs Emma Paul after Paul hit a walk-off home run against Penn-Trafford to end their WPIAL Class 5A semifinal on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at Gateway.
2024 WPIAL Class 5A softball championship preview: Armstrong vs. Thomas Jefferson
May 29, 2024
2024 WPIAL Class 5A softball championship

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South Park’s Sydney Sekely pitches against Ligonier Valley on May 21.
2024 WPIAL Class 3A softball championship preview: Mohawk vs. South Park
May 28, 2024
2024 WPIAL Class 3A softball championship

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Serra Catholic’s Jake Holmes (18) celebrates a home run with teammate Collin Holmes during a game against Jeannette on April 22.
2024 WPIAL Class 2A baseball championship preview: Serra Catholic vs. Seton LaSalle
2024 WPIAL Class 2A baseball championship

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Bishop Canevin’s Quentin White celebrates after walking off Wester Beaver, 10-0 in six innings, in their WPIAL Class A quarterfinal on Monday, May 20, 2024, at Gateway.
2024 WPIAL Class A baseball championship preview: Bishop Canevin vs. Eden Christian
May 27, 2024
2024 WPIAL Class A baseball championship

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Riverside pitcher Zach Hare delivers against North Catholic on Friday, April 26, 2024, in North Sewickley.
2024 WPIAL Class 3A baseball championship preview: Riverside vs. Avonworth
2024 WPIAL Class 3A baseball championship

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Burrell’s Adam Wass scores against Mt. Pleasant during their WPIAL Class 3A playoff game on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Gateway.
A-K Valley high school baseball playoff preview capsules for May 20, 2024
May 19, 2024
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Knoch’s Ava Santora competed at the WPIAL championships May 15-16, 2024, at Slippery Rock.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Knoch’s Ava Santora, Freeport’s Michael Braun
May 18, 2024
Ava Santora

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Members of the 2024 North Allegheny Gold flag football team include, from left, Rylee Johnson, Maddie Williams, Natalie Rak, Bria Vivio, Ally Ruiz, Maddie Hartung and Mia Fratto. Shauna Maenza and Kyra Schmidt are also part of the team.
PIAA moves closer to approving girls flag football as official sport
May 15, 2024
High school girls flag football took an important step toward becoming an official PIAA-sponsored sport Wednesday.

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Knoch starting pitcher Marlee Fraser throws against Greensburg Salem during WPIAL Class 4A softball first round action Monday, at Plum.
A-K Valley softball playoff preview capsules: Games for Wednesday, May 15, 2024
May 14, 2024
WPIAL softball playoffs

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Knoch’s Brady Wozniak with an RBI double against Hampton on April 29, 2024, at Hampton High School.
A-K Valley high school baseball playoff preview capsules for May 15, 2024
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Leechburg reliever Jaden Floyd throws against St. Joseph Tuesday, April 16, 2024 in West Leechburg.
A-K Valley high school baseball playoff preview capsules for May 14, 2024
May 13, 2024
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Apollo-Ridge’s Jocelyn Snyder is a sophomore on the 2024 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Valley’s Dante Taliani, Apollo-Ridge’s Jocelyn Snyder
May 11, 2024
Jocelyn Snyder

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Plum’s Gabrielle Layne is a member of the 2024 track and field team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Mason Miles, Plum’s Gabrielle Layne
May 4, 2024
Gabrielle Layne

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Kiski Area’s Nate Witt is a member of the 2024 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Riley Stephans, Kiski Area’s Nate Witt
April 27, 2024
Riley Stephans

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Lincoln Park’s Brandin Cummings celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer to end the first half against Archbishop Carroll during the the PIAA Class 4A championship game March 21, 2024, at Giant Center in Hershey.
23 WPIAL players picked to 2024 all-state boys basketball team, including 2 players of the year
April 24, 2024
A pair of WPIAL boys basketball standouts were recognized as players of the year in Pennsylvania on Tuesday in a statewide vote of media members.

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Springdale’s John Hughes is a senior on the 2024 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Knoch’s Marlee Fraser, Springdale’s John Hughes
April 20, 2024
Marlee Fraser

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Valley’s Alex Vagnier is a sophomore on the 2024 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Jillian Haigh, Valley’s Alex Vagnier
April 13, 2024
Jillian Haigh

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Deer Lakes’ Tia Germanich is a senior on the 2024 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Deer Lakes’ Tia Germanich, Ryan Cochran
April 6, 2024
Tia Germanich

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Riverview’s Jack Loughren is a senior on the 2024 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Deer Lakes’ Maddie Kee, Riverview’s Jack Loughren
March 30, 2024
Maddie Kee

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Kiski Area’s Justin Tucker is a junior on the 2023-24 swimming team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Justin Tucker, Knoch’s Giona Lavorini
March 23, 2024
Giona Lavorini

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Kiski Area’s Ava Golding is a sophomore on the 2023-24 girls wrestling team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Ava Golding, Highlands’ Kooper Price
March 16, 2024
Ava Golding

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Union pitcher Mia Preuhs rounds the bases after hitting a home run against Tri-Valley during the PIAA Class A championship game on Friday, June 16, 2023, at Penn State.
2024 WPIAL Class A softball preseason breakdown
March 15, 2024
Three WPIAL underclassman pitchers earned first-team all-state honors last season, and each returns for the 2024 season, hoping to lead her team to a championship.

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Neshannock’s Addyson Frye rounds the bases after hitting a home run against Laurel during the WPIAL Class 2A championship game on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Lilly Field.
2024 WPIAL Class 2A softball preseason breakdown
March 14, 2024
After winning the past two WPIAL Class 2A softball championships, Neshannock again enters the season as a favorite.

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer grabs a loose ball over Mercyhurst Prep’s Alex Manendo during PIAA Class A first round action Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Deer Lakes High School.
A-K Valley’s top seniors set for 27th annual Cager Classic basketball all-star games
March 13, 2024
Some of the top senior boys and girls basketball players from the A-K Valley and beyond will take part in the 27th annual Cager Classic, set for April 6, at Highlands High School.

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Deer Lakes’ Zachary Nacey works against Carrick goalie Reed Richardson during their PIHL Divsion 2 playoff game on Tuesday, March 6, 2024, at Ice Castle.
A-K Valley high school PIHL playoff preview capsules for March 14, 2024
PIHL playoffs

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Avonworth pitcher Alivia Lantzy delivers against Southmoreland during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Thursday, June 1, 2023, at Lilly Field.
2024 WPIAL Class 3A softball preseason breakdown
Avonworth won a second consecutive WPIAL Class 3A title and a third in four years last spring, and the Lopes again have the look of a team worthy of hoisting a championship trophy.

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Elizabeth Forward celebrates with starting pitcher Shelby Telegdy after beating Belle Vernon in the PIAA Class 4A quarterfinals June 8, 2023, at Robert D. Kalp field at Hempfield Area High School.
2024 WPIAL Class 4A softball preseason breakdown
March 12, 2024
Competition was spirited in Class 4A softball last season, and several contenders again look to have rosters ready to battle for WPIAL and PIAA glory.

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer scores past Mercyhurst Prep’s Derek Bly during PIAA Class A first round action Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Deer Lakes High School.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsules for March 13, 2024
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Fox Chapel’s Jefferson Moorefield-Brown drives on Shaler’s Sam Himrod and Brandon London (left) on Feb. 9, 2024, at Fox Chapel.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsule for March 12, 2024
March 11, 2024
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Shaler pitcher Bria Bosiljevac celebrates a strikeout with teammates during the PIAA Class 5A championship game against Northern York on June 17, 2023, at Penn State.
2024 WPIAL Class 5A softball preseason breakdown
Trinity captured its first WPIAL softball title last season by outslugging top-seeded Armstrong, 11-7. Shaler made a run through the PIAA tournament to finish as the state runner-up.

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Hempfield starting pitcher Riley Miller throws against Seneca Valley in the WPIAL Class 6A softball championship May 31, 2023, at Cal (Pa.)’s Lilley Field.
2024 WPIAL Class 6A softball preseason breakdown
March 10, 2024
Hempfield climbed back to the top of the pack in WPIAL Class 6A softball last season. The Spartans had won five straight championships in the highest classification from 2015-19 and added their eighth district crown last spring.

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Tyler Danko is a senior on the 2024 Valley baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Valley’s Tyler Danko, Burrell’s Leah McCandless
March 9, 2024
Leah McCandless

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Fox Chapel’s Asher White blocks a shot by Hempfield’s Caden Biondi on Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023, at Fox Chapel
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsule for March 8, 2024
March 7, 2024
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Burrell’s Tucker Bitar drives to the basket past Deer Lakes’ Wayne Love Jr. and Nate Moore during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Friday, Mar. 1, 2024, at Petersen Events Center.
Burrell boys get unlikely extra home game in PIAA playoffs
March 3, 2024
It’s been nearly a month since Burrell’s boys basketball team played a home game.

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South Fayette’s Haylie Lamonde handles the ball during a WPIAL Class 5A semifinal against McKeesport on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024.
2024 WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball championship breakdown: Armstrong vs. South Fayette
March 1, 2024
WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball championship

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North Catholic’s Brady Wehner looks to pass against Highlands on Dec. 14, 2023 at Highlands.
2024 WPIAL Class 4A girls basketball championship breakdown: Blackhawk vs. North Catholic
WPIAL Class 4A girls basketball championship

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Union’s Kelly Cleaver grabs a rebound over Riverview’s Lily Bauer during the WPIAL Class A semifinal game Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, at North Allegheny High School.
2024 WPIAL Class A girls basketball championship breakdown: Union vs. St. Joseph
WPIAL Class A girls basketball championship

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Shady Side Academy’s Sydney Birchard drives between Burrell defenders on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, in Fox Chapel.
2024 WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball championship breakdown: Avonworth vs. Shady Side Academy
February 29, 2024
WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball championship

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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers is fouled by Burrell’s Tucker Bitar on Jan. 5, 2023, at Deer Lakes High School.
2024 WPIAL Class 3A boys basketball championship breakdown: Deer Lakes vs. Burrell
WPIAL Class 3A boys basketball championship

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Knoch’s Teegan Finucan reacts to making a 3-pointer against Indiana on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Knoch High School.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsule for Feb. 27, 2024
February 26, 2024
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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Nate Moore and his Deer Lakes teammates will face Neshannock today.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsules for Feb. 26, 2024
February 25, 2024
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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February 24, 2024
Fox Chapel, Gateway and Peters Township will host WPIAL semifinal doubleheaders Tuesday night.

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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers and Kiski Area’s Veronica Flanagan
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Shaler’s Sam Himrod fouls Fox Chapel’s Alex Betandourt-Jones Friday, Feb. 9, 2024 at Fox Chapel Area High School.
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Burrell’s Tucker Bitar scores past Seton LaSalle’s Keenu Brooks during WPIAL Class 3A first round action Monday, Feb. 19, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School.
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WPIAL basketball playoffs

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Knoch’s Derek Lang (top) wrestles for a loose ball with Indiana’s Dom Kowchuck on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Knoch High School.
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February 20, 2024
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers (3) and Colby Sutch (32) attempt to corral a loose ball off an inbound pass on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, at Valley High School.
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February 18, 2024
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St. Joseph’s Isabella Thomas is a freshman gymnast during the 2023-24 season.
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February 17, 2024
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Highlands’ Troy Bielak scores past Shady Side Academy’s Landon Mauser during their game on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, in Fox Chapel.
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February 15, 2024
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Plum’s Alaina Claassen is a sophomore on the 2023-24 girls wrestling team.
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February 10, 2024
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Highlands’ Cameron Reigard is a senior on the 2023-24 basketball team.
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February 3, 2024
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Kiski Area’s Abbie Johns surpassed 1,000 career points in a game against Gateway on Jan. 26, 2024, at Kiski Area.
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January 27, 2024
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Cheswick Christian senior Grant Rochkind
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January 20, 2024
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Riverview’s Nate Sprajcar celebrates setting the school record with his parents, Joshua and Tara, on Jan. 12, 2024, at Leechburg.
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January 13, 2024
Ella Campbell

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Knoch’s Adah Fuller is a member of the 2023-24 girls basketball team.
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January 6, 2024
Adah Fuller

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Plum’s Will Beckner and Apollo-Ridge’s Sophie Yard
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December 30, 2023
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North Allegheny quarterback Logan Kushner celebrates his touchdown against St. Joseph’s Prep during the PIAA Class 6A state championship game on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
North Allegheny trio, 4 from Central Catholic picked to Class 6A all-state team; Art Walker named coach of year
December 29, 2023
Coach Art Walker and a group of decorated upperclassmen led North Allegheny to a second straight WPIAL Class 6A championship and a PIAA runner-up finish this fall.

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Peters Township quarterback Nolan Dilucia eludes Moon’s Tavis Lindsay on a long carry during their game on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, at Peters.
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Nolan DiLucia’s first season as a starting quarterback was quite productive … and rewarding. The sophomore signal caller helped Peters Township win the WPIAL Class 5A title and finish as PIAA runner-up.

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Aliquippa’s Tikey Hayes celebrates with the state championship trophy after defeating Dallas in the PIAA Class 4A state final on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
PIAA champion Aliquippa well-represented on Class 4A all-state list, including player, coach of the year
Aliquippa completed its first undefeated season with a 60-14 victory over Dallas in the PIAA Class 4A championship game earlier this month.

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Belle Vernon head coach Matt Humbert celebrates with Quinton Martin during the PIAA Class 3A state championship game on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
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December 28, 2023
Belle Vernon’s deja vu football season continued Thursday as the Leopards, who successfully defended their WPIAL and PIAA Class 3A titles, were again heavily recognized for postseason awards by the Pa. Football Writers.

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Westinghouse head coach Donta Green shakes hands with Southern Columbia coaches after the PIAA Class 2A state championship game on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
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Fort Cherry quarterback Matt Sieg carries past Steelton-Highspire’s James Evans III during the PIAA Class A state championship game on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
Fort Cherry pair among 4 WPIAL players picked to Class A all-state football team
Matt Sieg accounted for more than 4,000 yards of offense this season in leading the Fort Cherry football to its first WPIAL championship and a runner-up finish in the PIAA Class A playoffs.

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Springdale’s John Hughes is a member of the 2023-24 boys basketball team.
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December 23, 2023
Anna Clark

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer is a member of the 2023-24 basketball team.
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December 16, 2023
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Union’s Kylie Fruehstorfer (4) celebrates with Kelly Cleaver after defeating Lourdes in the PIAA Class A state championship game on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Giant Center in Hershey.
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November 30, 2023
Union enjoyed the best girls basketball season in program history a year ago, winning WPIAL and PIAA Class A championships and building a record of 23-6.

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November 28, 2023
Avonworth won its seventh WPIAL girls basketball championship last winter and first since 2005.

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McKeesport’s Rachael Manfredo scores over Penn-Trafford’s Lilly Palladino (left) and Lauren Marton during PIAA Class 5A girls quarterfinal action March 15, 2023, at Norwin High School.
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November 26, 2023
South Fayette claimed a second straight WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball title last winter behind Trib HSSN player of the year Maddie Webber and a relentless defense.

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The Aliquippa football team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating McKeesport in the Class 4A final on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 4A final by the numbers: Aliquippa 35, McKeesport 21
November 24, 2023
Aliquippa 35, McKeesport 21

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The Belle Vernon football team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Avonworth in the Class 3A final Friday at Acrisure Stadium.
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Beaver Falls’ Da’sean Anderson hoists the WPIAL championship trophy with teammates after defeating Steel Valley in the Class 2A final Friday at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 2A final by the numbers: Beaver Falls 14, Steel Valley 12
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Fort Cherry head coach Tanner Garry hoists the the WPIAL championship trophy with his his team after defeating South Side in the Class A final on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Acrisure Stadium
WPIAL Class A final by the numbers: Fort Cherry 42, South Side 28
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North Allegheny celebrates after beating Canon-McMillan during the WPIAL Class 4A girls volleyball championship Nov. 4 at Peters Township.
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November 17, 2023
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The Moon Lady Tigers celebrate after defeating Mars, 1-0, in their PIAA Class 3A state semifinal on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023, at North Allegheny.
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Bentworth’s Zackary Pysh (14) battles Charleroi’s Bryce Large for a header during the WPIAL Class A championship game Nov. 3 at Highmark Stadium.
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Quaker Valley’s Matteo Castellini battles South Park’s Jack Ozimek for a header during the WPIAL Class 2A championship game on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Highmark Stadium.
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November 16, 2023
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Avonworth’s Fiona Mahan battles Shady Side Academy’s Lucille McCargo for a header during their PIAA Class 2A state semifinal on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023, at North Allegheny.
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Fox Chapel’s Kate Friday heads the ball against North Allegheny during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Highmark Stadium.
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November 6, 2023
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Fox Chapel’s Kate Friday is a senior on the 2023 girls soccer team.
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November 4, 2023
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South Fayette’s Mia Deramo celebrates her goal against Moon on Oct. 9 at South Fayette.
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November 3, 2023
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South Fayette’s Cole Johnson (left) celebrates with Luke Gillen after the Lions scored against Montour during their WPIAL Class 3A semifinal Monday at North Allegheny.
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Avonworth’s Fiona Mahan battles North Catholic’s Caroline Rivetti in front of the net Sept. 25 at JC Stone Field in North Park.
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Bentworth’s Ryan Moessner possesses the ball against Burrell in the WPIAL Class A semifinals Monday, Oct. 30, 2023.
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November 2, 2023
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Leechburg’s Jayden Floyd stiff-arms Clairton’s Jaece Booker on Sept. 22.
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November 1, 2023
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Quaker Valley’s Nick Allan celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick against Avonworth on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, in Ohio Twp.
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Springdale’s Ariana Feizi and Brooke Taliani celebrate with Haile Marchlewski after Marchlewski’s goal against Freedom during the WPIAL Class A girls soccer semifinals Tuesday, at North Allegheny High School.
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North Allegheny’s Abigail Stager works past Fox Chapel’s Bella Urso during their game on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
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Burrell’s Luke Postupack chases down a loose ball as Bentworth’s Ryan Colbert looks on in the WPIAL Class A semifinals Monday, Oct. 30, 2023.
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October 31, 2023
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Burrell’s Taber Driscoll is a senior on the 2023 soccer team.
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October 28, 2023
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Burrell players celebrate an interception during a game against Derry on Friday.
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October 25, 2023
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Burrell’s Luke Guerrini clears the ball against Winchester Thurston Sept. 19, 2023, at No Off-Season.
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October 24, 2023
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Freeport’s Angelo Porco is a junior on the 2023 soccer team.
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October 21, 2023
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Springdale’s John Duku celebrates with Billy Lawrence after scoring against Riverview on Sept. 21.
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October 20, 2023
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Plum’s Darian Nelson runs onto the field before playing Penn-Trafford last Friday.
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October 18, 2023
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Kiski Area’s Sammy Plazio won the WCCA title for the second straight season on Oct. 11, 2023, at Westmoreland County Community College.
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October 14, 2023
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Valley’s Charles Perkins (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against Deer Lakes on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023.
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October 11, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Plum’s Tristan Ralph is a senior on the 2023 soccer team.
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October 7, 2023
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Riverview’s Carlo Buzzatto hurdles over Jeannette players last Friday.
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October 4, 2023
Class 5A Northeast Conference

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Plum’s Ava Weleski is a Robert Morris commit.
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September 30, 2023
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Leechburg’s Jayden Floyd makes one-handed diving interception on a ball intended for Clairton’s Taris Wooding in the second quarter Friday at Leechburg High School.
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September 27, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Riverview boys soccer coach Mickey Namey celebrates his 100th career win with members of the Raiders on Sept. 26, 2023, at Riverside Park.
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Riverview boys soccer coach Mickey Namey earned the 100th victory of his career Tuesday when the Raiders beat St. Joseph, 2-1, at Riverside Park.

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Freeport’s Lillie Snow chips onto the green on Hole 4 during a match against Knoch on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at Butler Country Club.
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September 23, 2023
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Highlands’ Menage Lucas stiff-arms North Catholic’s Gavin Kamody on Friday, at J.C. Stone Field.
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September 20, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Apollo-Ridge’s Karter Schrock (8) runs against Deer Lakes in the first half last Friday at Apollo-Ridge’s Owens Field.
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September 13, 2023
Class 5A

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Springdale’s Molly Hurley is a member of the 2023 girls soccer team.
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September 9, 2023
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Deer Lakes’ Wayne Love gets past Burrell’s Stephen Hasson for a first-quarter touchdown Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Lancers Stadium.
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September 6, 2023
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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers is a member of the 2023 boys soccer team.
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September 2, 2023
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Kiski Area quarterback Carson Heinle throws against Plum last Friday.
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August 30, 2023
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New coach hopes to bring about change at Carrick
August 25, 2023
There’s a theme of change surrounding the Carrick football program.

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Freeport’s Madden Winsewski (left) and Apollo-Ridge’s Karter Schrock will start their respective seasons this week.
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August 23, 2023
Nonconference

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Summit Academy will again play home games at Steve Sherer Field during the 2023 season.
Summit Academy eyes improvement in Big 7 Conference
August 21, 2023
Summit Academy’s football team took its share of lumps last season, but there were plenty of learning moments for the players and coaches.

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Union coach Kim Niedbala celebrates with his team after upsetting Bishop Canevin in the WPIAL championship.
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August 20, 2023
It’s popular coachspeak to say that a meat-grinder conference schedule prepares teams for the postseason.

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Freedom running back Tyler Welsh takes a hand-off during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, in Freedom.
New coach hopes to guide Freedom to success
August 18, 2023
It was mid-March when Ron Balog took the reins of the Freedom football team. It’s been full-speed ahead since.

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Ellwood City’s Elijah Palmer-McCane carries during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, in Ellwood City.
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Ellwood City got rid of a losing stigma last season, and now the Wolverines are aiming to take the next step in the program’s turnaround.

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Highlands quarterback Aaran Randolph throws a pass during a 7-on-7 competition July 18, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
Highlands’ Aaran Randolph likely to grab more headlines this fall
August 17, 2023
Aaran Randolph had quite an introduction to A-K Valley football fans.

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Freeport’s Brady Paga cools down during practice Friday, Aug. 11, 2023.
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August 16, 2023
It’s unlikely Isaac “Ickey” Woods will score a touchdown this season.

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Freeport’s Justin Jack (right) alludes Apollo-Ridge’s Hayden Johns (left) during a 7-on-7 competition July 18, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
Young Freeport looks to outslug opponents in defense of conference title
August 15, 2023
Freeport doesn’t have the largest linemen in Class 3A.

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Highlands’ Jordan Tavarez (right) battles against Fox Chapel during a 7-on-7 competition July 18, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
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August 12, 2023
Luke Bombalski had a simple response when asked about goals for the Highlands football team this season.

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Peters Township’s Ethan Wertman catches a pass on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, in Peters.
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August 8, 2023
There’s one giant benefit when a high school football team has a small senior class — experience for the underclassmen.

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Neshannock pitcher Addy Frye was the 2022 state Class 2A pitcher of the year.
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May 31, 2023
WPIAL Class 2A softball championship

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Armstrong’s Jessie Pugh watches her double against Latrobe on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, in Kittanning.
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Mt. Lebanon’s Jacob Tinnemeyer talks with pitcher Matthew Delvaux on the mound during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal against Pine-Richland on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at North Allegheny.
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May 30, 2023
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Catcher Nathan Rynd and the Neshannock Lancers are 18-4 this season.
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Aidan Lowden and the California baseball team advanced to the 2023 WPIAL Class A baseball championship.
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Union starting pitcher Mia Preuhs is 9-3 with a 2.87 ERA and 101 strikeouts this season.
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Shaler’s Max Saban steals second base past Plum’s Logan Kemmerer during their WPIAL Class 5A semifinal on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at North Allegheny.
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May 29, 2023
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Serra Catholic’s Zach Karp pitches against Greensburg Central Catholic on Thursday, May 4, 2023.
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Freeport pitcher Matthew Corfield throws against South Allegheny during their WPIAL Class 3A playoff game on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Plum High School.
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May 21, 2023
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Kiski Area’s Eliza Miller is a member of the 2022-23 swim team.
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May 20, 2023
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Kiski Area’s Bella Devito works against Burrell’s Niko Ferra at 139 pounds during their match on Dec. 14, 2022, at Kiski Area High School.
PIAA will sponsor high school girls wrestling after unanimous approval
May 17, 2023
Advocates for high school girls wrestling in Pennsylvania had their collective arms raised Wednesday.

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Valley pitcher Jacob Staraniec throws against Burrell during their WPIAL Class 3A playoff game on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Highlands High School.
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Fox Chapel pitcher Jeremy Haigh has a 6-1 record with a 1.02 ERA and 41 strikeouts in 48 innings.
A-K Valley WPIAL baseball playoff capsules: Games for Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May 16, 2023
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Valley pitcher Jake Staraniec delivers against Highlands on Thursday, April 6, 2023, in Harrison. Valley won, 13-6.
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May 15, 2023
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Leechburg’s Braiden Turiak is a member of the 2023 baseball team.
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May 13, 2023
Rayla Smith

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Valley’s Niko Heakins is a member of the 2023 baseball team.
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May 6, 2023
Taylor Lorish

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Burrell’s Katie Armstrong is a senior on the 2023 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Burrell’s Katie Armstrong, Leechburg’s Owen McDermott
April 29, 2023
Katie Armstrong

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Burrell’s Kadi Bauer is a member of the 2023 track and field team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Michael Hanz, Burrell’s Kadi Bauer
April 22, 2023
Kadi Bauer

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Central goaltender Braidee Blackburn makes a save on East’s Cora Williams during the PIHL Girls Division Championship Saturday, June 11, 2022, at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex
PIHL girls hockey season begins 2nd season
April 18, 2023
The PIHL’s second season sponsoring a girls division begins Tuesday night.

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Freeport’s Sydney Selker is a member of the 2023 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Sydney Selker, Kiski Area’s Dom DiNinno
April 15, 2023
Sydney Selker

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Freeport’s Reese Skiba is a member of the 2023 track and field team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Reese Skiba, Dustin Rape
April 8, 2023
Reese Skiba

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Burrell’s Kwade Kirchartz is a member of the 2023 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Hannah Hill, Burrell’s Kwade Kirchartz
April 1, 2023
Hannah Hill

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Blackhawk’s Alena Fusetti drives past North Catholic’s Dacia Lewandowski during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
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March 24, 2023
PIAA Class 4A girls basketball championship

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer shoots a 3-pointer against Penn Cambria during the fourth quarter of their PIAA Class 3A state semifinal on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Hempfield.
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Executive Education’s Moustapha Sanoh attempts to defend the basket as West Catholic’s Adam Clark scores during the PIAA Class 3A boys basketball quarterfinals March 18, 2023.
Like Deer Lakes, West Catholic taking aim at 1st PIAA boys basketball title
Coach Miguel Bocachica says he’s just a guy who opens the gym at West Catholic Preparatory High School.

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Union’s Kylie Fruehstorfer celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer against Berlin during their PIAA Class A state semifinal on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Hempfield.
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March 23, 2023
PIAA Class A girls basketball championship

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Deer Lakes’ Nate Litrun works against Penn Cambria’s Vinny Chirdon during their PIAA Class 3A semifinal Tuesday at Hempfield.
Deer Lakes joins select group of A-K Valley basketball teams to reach PIAA finals
March 22, 2023
Chants of “We want chocolate” were music to the ears of the Deer Lakes boys basketball players Tuesday as they finished off a 61-56 victory over Penn Cambria in the PIAA Class 3A semifinals.

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Kiski Area’s Parker Sterlitz
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March 18, 2023
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Union starting pitcher Mia Pruehs throws against West Greene in the WPIAL Class A softball championship Wednesday June 1, 2002, at Cal (Pa.).
2023 WPIAL Class A softball preseason breakdown
Union edged West Greene, 3-2, to capture its first WPIAL Class A softball title last season.

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The Deer Lakes student section sings ‘Sweet Caroline’ during the Lancers’ PIAA Class 3A first round state playoff game against Seneca on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Deer Lakes.
A-K Valley PIAA basketball playoff capsule: Games for Saturday, March 18, 2023
March 17, 2023
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Neshannock pitcher Addy Frye is mobbed by teammates after defeating Conwell-Egan, 4-1, in the PIAA Class 2A state championship game on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Penn State.
2023 WPIAL Class 2A softball preseason breakdown
Neshannock’s perfect 2022 season will be tough to match, but the Lancers have their sights set on defending their section, WPIAL and PIAA Class 2A softball titles this season.

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Avonworth head coach Jenna Muncie celebrates with Rylee Gray after her home run against Karns City during PIAA 3A quarterinal softball action on Thursday, June 9, 2022, at Mars Area High School.
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March 16, 2023
Avonworth’s softball team enters the 2023 season with a lot of targets on its proverbial back.

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Elizabeth Forward pitcher Shelby Telegdy went 13-4 with a 1.71 ERA and 116 strikeouts in 98 innings in 2022.
2023 WPIAL Class 4A softball preseason breakdown
March 15, 2023
Beaver’s softball team has won two straight WPIAL Class 4A championships in addition to capturing the 2021 PIAA title and finishing last season as state runners-up.

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Deer Lakes’ Bryce Robson drives between Seneca’s Evan Shouey and Cameron Hochschild during their PIAA Class 3A first round state playoff game on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Deer Lakes.
A-K Valley PIAA basketball playoff capsules: Games for March 15, 2023
March 14, 2023
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Armstrong’s Emma Smerick (left) celebrates with Jenna Clontz after scoring during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game against Penn-Trafford on Friday, June 3, 2022, at California University.
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Armstrong has reached the WPIAL and PIAA softball title games two straight seasons, and could again challenge for both championships.

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Highlands’ Chandler Thimons blocks the shot of Elizabeth Forward’s Charles Meehleib during WPIAL Class 4A first-round action Monday, Feb. 20, 2023, at Highlands High School.
A-K Valley PIAA basketball playoff capsule: Games for March 14, 2023
March 13, 2023
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Seneca Valley pitcher Lexie Hames delivers against Spring Ford during the PIAA Class 6A championship game on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Penn State.
2023 WPIAL Class 6A softball preseason breakdown
The 2023 WPIAL softball season brings a different look to the Class 6A schedule.

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Freeport’s Julia Cummings was runner-up at the Western Regional girls singles bowling championships Friday, March 10, 2023 at AMF Noble Manor Lanes.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Highlands’ Jimmy Kunst, Freeport’s Julia Cummings
March 11, 2023
Julia Cummings

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Highlands’ Bradyn Foster scores over Lincoln Park’s Dontay Green during WPIAL Class 4A boys semifinal action Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at Fox Chapel Area High School.
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March 9, 2023
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Deer Lakes’ Bryce Robson drives past OLSH’s Rocco Spadafora during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
Early-season tests provided foundation for Deer Lakes’ run to WPIAL title
March 5, 2023
When Deer Lakes’ boys basketball team took the floor against the top teams in the WPIAL during the district playoffs, the Lancers felt right at home.

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Fox Chapel’s Sophie Shao won two individual events and a relay at the 2023 WPIAL Class 3A swimming championships March 2-3, at Pitt’s Trees Pool.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Sophie Shao, Deer Lakes’ Nate Litrun
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New Castle’s Isaiah Boice celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer against Mt. Lebanon during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at North Allegheny.
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March 3, 2023
WPIAL Class 6A boys basketball championship

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Aliquippa’s Quentin Goode scores past Greensburg Central Catholic’s Samir Crosby during WPIAL Class 2A boys semifinal action Friday, Feb. 27, 2023, at West Allegheny High School.
WPIAL Class 2A boys basketball championship: Aliquippa vs. Northgate
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The Deer Lakes boys basketball team hoists the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating OLSH, 61-60, in the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
Deer Lakes celebrates ‘wonderful journey’ by hoisting WPIAL championship trophy
Albie Fletcher gave a joyous bear hug to each of his Deer Lakes players in the moments after the final buzzer sounded Friday night at the Petersen Events Center.

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Avonworth’s Rebecca Goetz (22) celebrates with Greta O’Brien as time winds down inthe WPIAL Class 3A championship game against Laurel on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
No. 4 Avonworth stifles Laurel to claim 7th WPIAL girls basketball championship
Avonworth was one of the WPIAL’s best defensive teams during the regular season.

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Oakland Catholic’s Alexa Washington is all smiles after her team’s win over McKeesport in the WPIAL Class 5A semifinals Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023.
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Blackhawk’s Alena Fusetti celebrates after scoring against Quaker Valley during their WPIAL Class 4A semifinal on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at North Allegheny.
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Aquinas Academy’s Emily Fisher played in the 2022 WPIAL championships.
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Shenago’s Kylee Rubin (left) celebrates with Julia George and Ashley DeCarbo as time expires in the WPIAL Class 2A championship game against Freedom on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
No. 1 Shenango captures 1st WPIAL girls basketball championship
March 2, 2023
Julz Mohrbacher made an impact at both ends of the floor Thursday night during the WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball championship.

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Upper St. Clair’s Paige Dellicarri celebrates with Rylee Kalocay after hitting a three-pointer against Mt. Lebanon on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at Bethel Park.
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Laurel’s Johnna Hill (left) is one of four senior starters for the Spartans.
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The South Fayette girls basketball team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Chartiers Valley in the Class 5A final on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
How to watch the 2023 WPIAL basketball championships on Trib HSSN
Twelve WPIAL basketball championship games will be contested this week at Pitt’s Petersen Events Center, and if you can’t be there in person, the TribLive High School Sports Network has you covered.

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Freedom’s Jules Mohrbacher had 33 points and 11 rebounds in a semifinal victory over Aliquippa.
2023 WPIAL Class 2A girls basketball championship breakdown: Shenango vs. Freedom
March 1, 2023
No. 1 Shenango vs. No. 2 Freedom

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Highlands’ Ava Nitowski (43) and Kalleigh Nerone (4) and North Catholic’s Anna Waskiewicz box out on a free throw attempt in the WPIAL Class 4A semifinals Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023 at Gateway High School.
A-K Valley WPIAL basketball playoff capsules: Games for March 2, 2023
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Mt. Lebanon’s Logan St. John Kletter took gold in the mile run on Sunday.
WPIAL runners claim 3 titles at PTFCA indoor track and field championships
February 26, 2023
Butler’s Drew Griffith, Mt. Lebanon’s Logan St. John Kletter and Brownsville’s Jolena Quarzo won titles at the Pennsylvania Track and Field Coaches Association indoor state championships Sunday at Penn State.

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Knoch’s Braylee Ireland won the Western Pa. girls wrestling championship Feb. 19, 2023, at North Allegheny.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Knoch’s Braylee Ireland, Plum’s Cade Schimmer
February 25, 2023
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Fox Chapel’s Jefferson Moorefield-Brown handles the ball as Thomas Jefferson’s Noah Prosser defends in a WPIAL Class 5A first-round playoff game Friday, Feb. 17, 2023.
A-K Valley basketball playoff capsules: Games for Feb. 22, 2023
February 21, 2023
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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Freeport’s Michael Braun is a sophomore on the 2022-23 track and field team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Anna Troutman, Freeport’s Michael Braun
February 18, 2023
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Kiski’s Isaiah Gonzales blocks the shot of Franklin Regional’s Max Leven on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at Franklin Regional High School.
A-K Valley basketball playoff preview capsules for games of Feb. 17, 2023
February 16, 2023
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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Highlands’ Katelyn Myers is a member of the 2022-23 basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Highlands’ Katelyn Myers, Cam Reigard
February 11, 2023
Katelyn Myers

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Kiski Area’s Parker Sterlitz is a senior on the 2022-23 swim team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Eliza Miller, Parker Sterlitz
February 4, 2023
Eliza Miller

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Kiski Area’s Veronica Flanagan finished fourth at the WCCA bowling championships Jan. 21, 2023, at Hillview Lanes.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Veronica Flanagan, Springdale’s Mason Gent
January 28, 2023
Veronica Flanagan

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Knoch’s Hattie McGraw is a member of the 2022-23 girls basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Knoch’s Hattie McGraw, Deer Lakes’ Bryce Robson
January 21, 2023
Hattie McGraw

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Highlands’ Bradyn Foster is a member of the 2022-23 boys basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Apollo-Ridge’s Brinley Toland, Highlands’ Bradyn Foster
January 14, 2023
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North Allegheny’s Khiryn Boyd breaks up a pass intended for Central Catholic’s Peter Gonzalez during the WPIAL Class 6A championship game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2022, at Norwin High School.
North Allegheny’s Boyd, Central Catholic’s Gonzalez, Sullivan earn Class 6A all-state honors
December 30, 2022
Three underclassmen who helped their football teams reach the WPIAL Class 6A championship game were recognized for their efforts Friday.

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Pine-Richland’s Ryan Palmieri fends off Imhotep Charter’s Lamar Muldrow during the PIAA Class 5A state championship game on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
Pine-Richland’s Ryan Palmieri, Jon LeDonne tabbed state’s Class 5A player, coach of the year
Ryan Palmieri was at his best on the state’s biggest stage, and Friday he was recognized for his efforts.

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Aliquippa’s Tiqwai Hayes celebrates his second touchdown with Nico Eberhardt during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game against Central Valley on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, at Acrisure Stadium.
5 Aliquippa players among 12 WPIAL athletes picked for Class 4A all-state football team
The Aliquippa football team made its annual trip to the WPIAL championship game this fall and proceeded to roll all the way to the PIAA final, again.

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Belle Vernon’s Quinton Martin hurdles Neumann-Goretti’s Yasir Williams during the PIAA Class 3A state championship game on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
Belle Vernon trio, coach Matt Humbert awarded Class 3A all-state honors
December 29, 2022
Still riding high after winning the program’s first PIAA championship earlier this month, members of the Belle Vernon football team again have reason to celebrate.

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Westinghouse’s Kahlil Taylor carries past Southern Columbia’s Louden Murphy during the PIAA Class 2A state championship game on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
Westinghouse well-represented on Class 2A all-state team, including coach of the year Donta Green
Westinghouse was rewarded Thursday for recording the best season in program history, as four senior players were named to the Pa. Football Writers Class 2A all-state team.

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Union quarterback Braylon Thomas dives to the pylon during the first quarter of the PIAA Class A state championship game against Steelton-Highspire on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School. The play was nullified by a penalty.
6 WPIAL football players earn 2022 Class A all-state honors
Six WPIAL Class A football players were awarded Pa. Football Writers all-state honors Thursday, including Union quarterback Braylon Thomas, who led the Scotties to their first WPIAL title since 1959 and trip to the PIAA championship game.

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Pine-Richland head coach Jon LeDonne hoists the state championship trophy with his team after defeating Imhotep Charter in the PIAA Class 5A final on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
Trib HSSN 2022 Head of the Class: Football coach of the year in all 6 classes
December 18, 2022
Western Pennsylvania was well-represented at the PIAA football championships this fall, with five teams from District 7 and 8 advancing to play for state titles.

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St. Joseph’s Julie Spinelli is a member of the 2022-23 basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Deer Lakes’ Ben Korol, St. Joseph’s Julie Spinelli
December 17, 2022
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Burrell’s Macky Bennis is a member of the 2022 basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Megan Marston, Burrell’s Macky Bennis
December 10, 2022
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Bishop Canevin’s Ashley Lippold puts a move on Aquinas Academy’s Lizzie Hardy during the 2022 WPIAL Class A girls championship game at Petersen Events Center.
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December 1, 2022
Bishop Canevin captured its fifth WPIAL championship in the past seven seasons last winter and will open this season as the favorite again.

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Union’s Braylon Thomas scores his second touchdown during the WPIAL Class A championship game against Bishop Canevin on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, at Acrisure Stadium.
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Westinghouse’s Kahlil Taylor carries past Farrell’s Javon Bell during their PIAA Class 2A state quarterfinal Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022, at Cupples Stadium.
PIAA Class 2A semifinal preview: Steel Valley vs. Westinghouse
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Freedom’s Shaye Bailey drives against Neumann-Goretti’s Mihjae Hayes during the PIAA Class 3A state championship game last season.
Trib HSSN 2022-23 WPIAL Class 2A girls basketball preseason breakdown
Last year’s WPIAL finalists Neshannock and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart have moved up to Class 3A, leaving Class 2A open for new contenders.

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Neshannock’s Mairan Haggerty celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer against Southern Columbia during the PIAA Class 2A championship game last season.
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November 30, 2022
What will Neshannock do for an encore?

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Union’s Mike Gunn intercepts a pass in front of Bishop Canevin’s Lesae Lacks during the WPIAL Class A championship game on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, at Acrisure Stadium.
This week on Trib HSSN for week of Nov. 28, 2022
November 29, 2022
The 2022 fall high school sports season continues to wind down while the winter sports season begins.

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North Catholic’s Dacia Lewandowski drives past Freedom’s Julia Mohrbacher during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game March 3 at Petersen Events Center.
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The Trojanettes are back.

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South Fayette’s Maddie Webber celebrates as time expires in the Lions’ WPIAL Class 5A semifinal against McKeesport on Tuesday, March. 1, 2022, at North Allegheny High School.
Trib HSSN 2022-23 WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 27, 2022
It’s become a common theme to list Chartiers Valley among the preseason favorites for the WPIAL Class 5A title. This year, though, the Colts are notably missing from that group.

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Upper St. Clair’s Kate Robbins drives into Bethel Park’s Riley Miller last season.
Trib HSSN 2022-23 WPIAL Class 6A girls basketball preseason breakdown
Mt. Lebanon captured the WPIAL Class 6A girls basketball championship last season to give coach Dori Oldaker a fourth WPIAL title in her 19 years with the Blue Devils.

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Union head coach Kim Niedbala celebrates with his team after receiving the WPIAL championship trophy foloowing the WPIAL Class A final against Bishop Canevin on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, at Acrisure Stadium.
No. 10 Union shocks No. 1 Bishop Canevin to win 2nd WPIAL football championship
November 25, 2022
Union was the definition of an underdog.

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Central Valley coach Mark Lyons celebrates with his team while receiving the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating North Catholic in Class 3A final on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at Heinz Field.
How to watch Friday’s 2022 WPIAL Class football championships on Trib HSSN
November 24, 2022
Championship Friday has arrived at Acrisure Stadium, and the TribLIVE High School Sports Network has you covered.

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North Allegheny’s Andrew Gavlik drags Central Catholic’s Argento Greene into the endzone for a touchdown during the WPIAL Class 6A championship game Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Norwin High School.
North Allegheny, Pine-Richland, Westinghouse set for PIAA quarterfinal matchups
November 23, 2022
North Allegheny and Pine-Richland celebrated WPIAL championships Saturday and will now continue their seasons in the PIAA playoffs.

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Aliquippa defensive back Brandon Banks celebrates a first-half interception during the Quips’ 42-7 victory over McKeesport in the WPIAL Class 4A semifinals Nov. 18, 2022, at Memorial stadium in Canonsburg.
This week on Trib HSSN for week of Nov. 21, 2022
November 20, 2022
Enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving meal with family and friends Thursday, but plan to spend all day and night Friday glued to the TribLive High School Sports Network.

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Central Catholic’s Jackson Farrell celebrates with the student section after the Vikings’ fourth touchdown during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal against Mt. Lebanon on Nov. 11 at Mt. Lebanon High School.
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November 18, 2022
Unable to make it to Norwin Knights Stadium on Saturday?

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North Catholic’s Sydnei Jones blocks the shot of South Fayette’s Bella Bowers during the WPIAL Class 3A girls volleyball championship Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at UPMC Events Center.
2022 PIAA girls volleyball preview: North Allegheny, North Catholic, Freeport chasing titles
Three WPIAL teams will compete for PIAA girls volleyball championships Saturday at Cumberland Valley.

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Moon’s Sydney Felton battles Mars’ Eva Ranalli for possession during their PIAA Class 3A state semifinal on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at North Allegheny.
4 WPIAL teams set to play for PIAA soccer championships
November 17, 2022
Four WPIAL teams will compete for PIAA soccer championships Friday and Saturday in Mechanicsburg. Here’s a look at each game:

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Springdale’s Grace Gent is a member of the 2022 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Springdale’s Grace Gent, Fox Chapel’s Mason Heininger
November 12, 2022
Grace Gent

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South Fayette’s Ava Leroux blocks the shot of North Catholic’s Ally Feczko during the WPIAL Class 3A girls volleyball championship Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, at UPMC Events Center.
WPIAL volleyball teams learn pairings for PIAA playoffs
November 6, 2022
Thirteen WPIAL girls volleyball teams have advanced to the PIAA tournament, which will get underway Tuesday with first-round matches all over the state.

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Deer Lakes’ Jacob Orseno is a member of the 2022 boys soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Deer Lakes’ Jacob Orseno, Freeport’s Cassidy Dell
November 5, 2022
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North Catholic’s Ally Feczko with a kill past Thomas Jefferson’s Mia Fox Ally Feczko during the WPIAL 3A girls volleyball semifinals Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022 at Gateway High School.
2022 WPIAL girls volleyball championship preview: Top seeds ready to chase titles
November 4, 2022
The WPIAL girls volleyball committee did an impressive job seeding the tournament this fall as nearly all four championship matchups will feature the top two seeds.

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Riverside’s Sam Hughes works out on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, in North Sewickley.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 10
November 3, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 10:

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Charleroi’s Arlo McIntyre and Greensburg Central Catholic’s Jake Gretz pursue the ball Sept. 15.
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WPIAL Class A boys soccer championship

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North Allegheny’s Anna Bundy plays against Fox Chapel on Sept. 14.
WPIAL 4A girls soccer championship breakdown: North Allegheny vs. Peters Township
November 2, 2022
WPIAL Class 4A girls soccer championship

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Plum’s Zach Carnahan works against Franklin Regional’s Joey Bayne during their game on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022, at Plum High School.
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsule: Game for Nov. 2, 2022
November 1, 2022
WPIAL boys soccer playoffs

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Riverview’s Amberson Bauer is a member of the 2022 cross country team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Kaitlyn Killinger, Riverview’s Amberson Bauer
October 29, 2022
Kaitlyn Killinger

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Fox Chapel’s George Tabor had 12 goals in the regular season.
A-K Valley soccer playoff preview capsules for games of Oct. 29, 2022
October 28, 2022
Saturday’s games

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The Aliquippa football team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Belle Vernon in the WPIAL Class 4A championship game on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at Heinz Field.
Trib HSSN to unveil 2022 WPIAL football playoff pairings Saturday afternoon
Anticipation has been building for weeks as high school football teams and fans eagerly awaited the WPIAL playoffs.

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Central Catholic quarterback Payton Wehner throws a pass under pressure from Seneca Valley’s Lucas Lambert during their game on Friday, Oct. 21, 2022, in Jackson.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 9
October 27, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 9:

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Riverview’s Lola Abraham is a member of the 2022 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Riverview’s Lola Abraham, Deer Lakes’ Ryan Hanes
October 22, 2022
Lola Abraham

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South Fayette quarterback Nico Lamonde throws a pass against Peters Twp. on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, at Peters.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 8
October 20, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 8:

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Seneca Valley’s Max Marchotte celebrates after scoring the winning goal in overtime to defeat North Allegheny, 3-2, on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2022, in Jackson.
Mars girls, Seneca Valley boys ready to defend WPIAL soccer titles as top seeds
October 19, 2022
Mars’ girls soccer team and Seneca Valley’s boys soccer team have dominated WPIAL competition in recent years. Both are again favored to defend their district titles.

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Burrell’s Caden Canfield is a member of the 2022 hockey team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Leechburg’s Macy Kubla, Burrell’s Caden Canfield
October 15, 2022
Macy Kubla

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Trib HSSN to have exclusive streaming coverage of all 6 WPIAL football championships
October 13, 2022
The TribLIVE High School Sports Network is offering viewers the “best seat in the house” for the 2022 WPIAL football championships, and for the first time that offer extends to all six title games.

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Carmichaels’ Alec Anderson works out on Thursday, Aug. 18, 2022, in Carmichaels.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 7
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 7:

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Springdale’s Briana Ross is a member of the 2022 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Springdale’s Brianna Ross, Plum’s TJ Schrecengost
October 9, 2022
Briana Ross

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Pine-Richland’s Ryan Palmieri celebrates his second touchdown with teammates during their game against Penn Hills on Sept. 9, 2022, at Penn Hills.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 6
October 6, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 6:

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Burrell’s Jayson Ireland is a member of the 2022 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Riley Koziatek, Burrell’s Jayson Ireland
October 2, 2022
Riley Koziatek

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Aliquippa quarterback Quentin Goode throws during the Willie Thrower quarterbacks camp Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Valley High School.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 5
September 29, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 5:

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Freeport’s Stephen Evans is a member of the 2022 golf team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Deer Lakes’ Anna Yourish, Freeport’s Stephen Evans
September 24, 2022
Anna Yourish

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North Allegheny’s Katie Rose Rankin qualified for the 2022 WPIAL tournament.
North Allegheny notebook: Trio of Tigers advance to WPIAL girls golf tournament
Seniors Katie Rose Rankin and Lauren Kardos and junior Megan Manesiotis all reached the target score at last week’s Section 1-3A girls golf qualifier and advanced to the WPIAL tournament.

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Avonworth quarterback Nate Harper throws a pass on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022, in Ohio Twp.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 4
September 22, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 4:

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North Allegheny’s Carissa Treser spikes against Freeport volleyball match Monday, Aug. 29, 2022 at North Allegheny High School.
North Allegheny notebook: Tigers shut out Pine-Richland in section volleyball opener
September 17, 2022
North Allegheny girls volleyball came away victorious over host Pine-Richland last week at a “Spike Out Cancer” event.

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North Allegheny’s Khiryn Boyd (left) works out with Tyree Alualu on Monday, Aug. 8, 2022, in McCandless.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 3
September 15, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 3:

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Plum’s Annabel Arhin is a member of the 2022 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Annabel Arhin, Freeport’s Garrett Risch
September 10, 2022
Annabel Arhin

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North Allegheny notebook: Water polo teams sweep past McDowell
North Allegheny’s water polo teams continued their strong start to the season with a pair of victories over McDowell on Sept. 6.

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Sto-Rox quarterback Josh Jenkins looks to pass against Steel Valley on Friday, Sept. 2, 2022, in McKees Rocks.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 2
September 8, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 2:

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Valley’s Taylor Heuser is a member of the 2022 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Valley’s Taylor Heuser, Springdale’s Billy Lawrence
September 3, 2022
Taylor Heuser

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North Allegheny quarterback Logan Kushner works out on Monday, Aug. 8, 2022, in McCandless.
North Allegheny notebook: Tigers football team opens with shutout win
The North Allegheny football team scored a 41-0 nonconference victory over visiting Allderdice on Aug. 26.

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OLSH quarterback Nehemiah Azeem works out on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022, at Youthtowne.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 1
September 1, 2022
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 1:

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2022 City League preview: Allderdice aims to defend its title but will be tested
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Competition will again be stiff among City League football teams this fall.

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Serra Catholic’s Daiquan Chatfield works against Amire Spencer during practice on Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022, in McKeesport.
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Westinghouse quarterback Keyshawn Morsillo compiled 1,411 passing yards, 733 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns in 2021.
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Beaver Falls quarterback Jaren Brickner works out on Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, in Beaver Falls.
Whether by land or air, Beaver Falls always makes its way into WPIAL title conversation
August 20, 2022
The immense challenge WPIAL defensive coordinators have faced when taking on Beaver Falls over the last couple of seasons can be summed up in two tidy stats.

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South Fayette’s Jake Patterson plays in the WPIAL Class 3A boys singles tennis championship, beating North Allegheny’s Trey Davidson Tuesday, April 13, 2022, at Pure Athletic Complex.
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North Catholic’s Tehya Dave finishes ahead of Greensburg Central Catholic’s Eva Denis (left) in the Class 2A girls 100-meter dash during the WPIAL track and field championships Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Slippery Rock.
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Norwin celebrates Alex Thomas’ goal against McDowell in the second period during the PIHL Penguins Cup Class A championship on Monday, March 21, 2022, at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex.
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Latrobe’s Carolina Walters (27) runs the ball downfield during a match against Greensburg Salem.
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Freeport’s Taylor King plays against Seton LaSalle on April 19 at Freeport Area High School.
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Frazier players celebrate defeating OLSH in the WPIAL Class 2A semifinals Wednesday, May 25, 2022.
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Hampton’s Vince Matthews drives in a run against Fox Chapel during the second game of a doubleheader on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Fox Chapel Area High School.
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North Catholic’s Anastasia Peterson battles Freedom’s Shaye Bailey for a loose ball during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
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Shaler’s Bryan Rincon was drafted by the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday.
Shaler’s Bryan Rincon drafted in 14th round by Phillies
July 19, 2022
Bryan Rincon made quite an impact in the two years he spent at Shaler.

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Fox Chapel’s JP Dockey celebrates with Jake DeMotte after defeating North Hills in the WPIAL Class 6A championship game on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
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July 18, 2022
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Mt. Lebanon’s Kade Capristo poses for a photo during the Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star team event Friday at Kennywood.
Richmond a ‘perfect fit’ for Mt. Lebanon’s Kade Capristo
July 15, 2022
Kade Capristo was looking for a college football program that shared his mindset — just win football games.

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Hempfield and Butler shooters at a WPIAL rifle match at Keystone Rod and Gun Club on Jan. 13 in Hannastown.
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July 12, 2022
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The top five finishers in the 2022 WPIAL advanced division consisted of Thomas Jefferson’s Kaylee Rehak (fourth), Freedom’s Daisy Lewis (second), Baldwin’s Abby Rexrode (first) and Mia Dougherty (third), and Moon’s Lauren Hoff (fifth). The WPIAL gymnastics championships took place at Moon over the Feb. 11-12 weekend.
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Freeport boys basketball players take part in the 2022 summer league at St. Joseph.
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High school basketball season is still months away, but excitement levels ramped up a little early for the Freeport boys basketball team.

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Hempfield’s Tyson Gregory celebrates a play during a game against Greensburg Salem on Friday, Aug. 27, at Hempfield.
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Hampton’s Kevyn Fish runs to the finish line in the Class AAA girls race during the WPIAL cross country championships on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, at California University of Pa.
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July 5, 2022
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Quaker Valley’s Eva Bulger watches her tee shot on Hole 18 during the WPIAL Class 2A girls golf championship on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, at Hannastown Golf Club.
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Penn Trafford’s Nick Turowski watches his tee shot on Hole 11 during the WPIAL Class 3A boys golf championship on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021, at Nemacolin Country Club.
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Central Catholic’s Peter Gonzalez catches a pass before the Vikings’ game against North Allegheny last season.
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June 30, 2022
Editor’s note: The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star team. The players will be recognized July 15 during HSSN Media Day at Kennywood Park.

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Freeport’s Autumn English blocks the shot of Hampton’s Kai Herchenroether during the WPIAL Class 3A girls volleyball championship Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, at Robert Morris’ UPMC Events Center.
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Highlands’ Bradyn Foster and Jimmy Kunst fight for a rebound with Laurel Highlands’ Jayden Pratt during WPIAL Class 4A semifinal action Feb. 28 at Peters Township High School.
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Bethel Park’s Mia Gorman talks with Peters Township’s Kat Wang after their WPIAL Class 3A championship match on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021, at North Allegheny High School.
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June 27, 2022
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The Penn-Trafford field hockey team celebrates its WPIAL Class 2A championship win over Fox Chapel on Oct. 30.
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Latrobe’s Ella Bulava (right) celebrates her goal with Regan Reilly during their game against Norwin on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021, at Norwin High School.
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June 21, 2022
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Allderdice’s Robbi Exley battles Penn-Trafford’s Cooper Sisson for possession during their game Oct. 5 at Couples Stadium on the South Side.
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June 20, 2022
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Upper St. Clair’s Aidan Besselman (top) has drawn offers from 20 college programs.
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June 18, 2022
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Beaver pitcher Payton List delivers against Freeport during their WPIAL Class 4A quarterfinal on May 23 at Mars.
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June 1, 2022
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Armstrong’s Cameryn Sprankle smiles after hitting an RBI double against Franklin Regional on April 20 in Murrysville.
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West Greene defeated Greensburg Central Catholic, 13-3, in a matchup of top-five softball teams in WPIAL Class A.
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May 31, 2022
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The Union baseball team celebrates with the championship trophy after defeating Riverview, 3-0, in the 2021 WPIAL Class A final.
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Peters Township’s Sam Miller celebrates his double in the bottom of the seventh inning against Penn-Trafford during their WPIAL Class 5A quarterfinal on Thursday, May 17, 2022, at West Mifflin High School.
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Montour’s Brock Janeda celebrates after tagging out Quaker Valley’s Nick Allen at second base on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Burkett Field in Robinson.
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May 30, 2022
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Deer Lakes pitcher Justin Brannagan delivers against Derry on April 25.
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May 18, 2022
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Deer Lakes pitcher Maddie Kee celebrates with catcher Tia Germanich after defeating Valley on April 28.
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Freeport’s Reese Skiba works out at practice May 5, 2022, at Freeport.
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Reese Skiba offered encouragement, instruction and tips to perfect technique as Freeport middle school students launched a discus high into the air.

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A-K Valley senior spotlight: Springdale’s Legend Ausk
May 9, 2022
This Legend keeps growing.

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Springdale’s Colton Gent trains at practice April 21, 2022, at Springdale.
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May 2, 2022
Colton Gent joined the Springdale track and field team to stay in shape and to continue training for football season.

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The Valley doubles teams of Dario Wolfe (left) and Nick Bussard won the Section 3-2A title April 20 at Valley.
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Spending months and months in quarantine allowed people to try out new hobbies and find different areas of entertainment.

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Leechburg’s Anna Cibik is a junior on the 2022 softball team.
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April 30, 2022
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Freeport’s Andrew Sullivan makes a pass during the Yellowjackets’ game against Seton-LaSalle on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at Freeport Area High School.
Freeport boys lacrosse leans on toughness to navigate Section 2-2A competition
April 26, 2022
Jarvis Lindsay enjoys the physical part of high school boys lacrosse.

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Highlands’ Brooke Signorella takes fourth in the girls 100-meter hurdles during the Lady Spartan/Wildcat Invitational April 8 at Latrobe’s Memorial Stadium.
Young athletes finding success for Highlands track and field
April 25, 2022
Brooke Signorella had just earned a fourth-place finish in the 100-meter hurdles at the annual Lady Spartan/Wildcat Invitational, but her sprint wasn’t quite over.

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Springdale’s Alexis Hrivnak is a senior on the 2022 softball team.
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Three weeks into the season, the Springdale softball team had managed to play just two games.

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Highlands’ Jimmy Kunst is a member of the 2022 baseball team.
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April 23, 2022
Hannah Simpson

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Freeport’s Brettlyn Johns (22) competes against North Hills on April 7, 2022, at Freeport.
Freeport girls lacrosse team gaining experience
April 19, 2022
Ed Smith is looking for improvement, and he sees it happening every day.

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Deer Lakes’ Kyle Blackwell (7) battles Derry’s Gabe Carbonara at the net during their match on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, at Derry Area High School.
Deer Lakes’ junior-heavy volleyball lineup gaining experience early on
April 18, 2022
Deer Lakes’ boys volleyball team had a special season in 2021, going 7-0 en route to winning a Section 2-2A title and earning a trip to the WPIAL playoffs.

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Deer Lakes junior Justin Brannagan
A-K Valley senior spotlight: Deer Lakes’ Justin Brannagan
It’s going to be tough for Justin Brannagan to top his game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds that lifted Deer Lakes’ boys basketball team to a 39-37 victory over Blackhawk in the first round of the WPIAL playoffs.

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Fox Chapel’s David Dering was named a 2022 All-American Athlete Strength and Conditioning Athlete of the Year Award recepient.
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April 16, 2022
Fox Chapel senior swim team members David Dering and Lydia Turnquist were named All-American Athlete Strength and Conditioning Athlete of the Year Award recipients in swimming earlier this month.

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Burrell’s Bella Stewart is a freshman on the 2022 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Burrell’s Bella Stewart, Kiski Area’s Jacob Smith
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Burrell’s Joe Druga takes infield practice Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at Charles A. Huston Middle School.
Burrell baseball’s focus in tough section race: ‘Just compete’
April 14, 2022
Burrell baseball coach Mark Spohn wanted to get a message across to his players after a hard-to-believe 1-0 loss to rival Valley last Friday.

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Highlands tennis team looks to return to WPIAL playoffs
April 12, 2022
Tyler Kirin has a coaching philosophy that goes beyond wins and losses. It’s deeper than points on the court, but the principles work hand-in-hand with winning, both in tennis and in life.

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Deer Lakes’ Jenna Bisegna is a senior on the 2022 softball team.
A-K Valley senior spotlight: Deer Lakes’ Jenna Bisegna
April 11, 2022
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Highlands’ Abbie Deiseroth is a member of the 2022 softball team.
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April 9, 2022
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North Allegheny notebook: Tigers boys volleyball off to strong start
The North Allegheny boys volleyball team has begun its journey toward contending for a fourth straight PIAA title.

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Valley High Memorial Stadium, New Kensington
Kim Johnson named Valley’s interim athletic director
April 8, 2022
Kim Johnson has spent the past 30 years teaching the students of the New Kensington-Arnold School District.

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Apollo Ridge’s Brandon Butler hits during practice Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Apollo Ridge High School.
Apollo-Ridge slugger off to scorching start
April 7, 2022
Knocking in 13 runs would be a relatively good statistic for most high school baseball players in Western Pennsylvania … for a season.

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Burrell’s David Frederick competes against Valley on Tuesday.
Young Burrell tennis lineup looks to contend in Section 3-2A
April 5, 2022
David Frederick and Cameron Wagner got a quick introduction to WPIAL boys tennis last season, stepping into the singles lineup and taking on some of the area’s top players.

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Valley boys tennis players, from left, Dario Wolfe, Nick Bussard, Nate Clarke and Dylan Gentile return for the 2022 season.
Valley tennis team ready to defend Section 3 championship
April 4, 2022
Snow squalls and temperatures in the teens didn’t really signify the start of spring over the weekend, but the spring high school sports season is actually in full swing.

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Kiski Area boys tennis taking aim at WPIAL playoff berth
The Kiski Area boys tennis team was a win away from a WPIAL playoff berth last season.

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Valley’s Ben Aftanas is a member of the 2022 baseball team.
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A new sports season has begun, which means it’s again time for Ben Aftanas to get to work.

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Highlands’ Jimmy Kunst drives against Laurel Highlands Rodney Gallagher during overtime in their PIAA Class 5A second-round game.
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March 28, 2022
Members of the Highlands boys basketball team wanted a second chance.

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Highlands’ Carter Leri shoots a 3-pointer against Hampton on Tuesday, Dec. 21, 2021, at Highlands High School.
A-K Valley senior spotlight: Highlands’ Carter Leri
All basketball teams need leaders, someone to motivate and encourage as well as to provide a steady calmness when things get intense.

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Burrell’s Cooper Hornack went 42-10 this season at 120 pounds.
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March 26, 2022
There is room for one wrestler to stand atop the podium in Hershey’s Giant Center.

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Mt. Lebanon’s Ashleigh Connor (15) and Brooke Collins celebrate a 3-pointer during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal against Bethel Park on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, at UMPC Events Center in Moon.
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March 25, 2022
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Neshannock’s Neleh Nogay (center) celebrates with Addilae Watts (left) and Aaralyn Nogay after defeating OLSH in the WPIAL Class 2A championship game on Friday, March. 4, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
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March 24, 2022
PIAA Class 2A girls basketball final

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Chartiers Valley’s Helene Cowan (5) celebrates with Perri Page and Hallie Cowan after scoring against Moon during their Section 1-5A game on Thursday, Jan. 13, 2022, at Chartiers Valley High School.
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Bishop Canevin’s Kevaughn Price celebrates next to Union’s Cam Taylor as time expires in the WPIAL Class A championship game on Thursday, March. 3, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
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March 23, 2022
PIAA Class A boys basketball final

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Serra Catholic’s Zack Karp pitches against Seton LaSalle in the PIAA Class 2A quarterfinals Thursday, June 10, 2021.
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Last spring was a celebration as district athletes returned to the diamond after the 2020 season was canceled because of covid-19 shutdowns.

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Laurel’s Autumn Boyd delivers during the WPIAL Class 2A championship game against Shenango on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at California University.
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Last spring was a celebration as district athletes returned to the diamonds after the 2020 season was canceled because of the covid-19 shutdowns.

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St. Joseph’s Stella Swanson is expected to play shortstop, catcher and pitcher at times this season.
St. Joseph softball team will rely on players’ ability to play multiple positions
March 22, 2022
Position flexibility is key for any softball team but even moreso for those in Class A.

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New coach Bestic will try to bring success to the St. Joseph baseball team
Bradley Bestic has experience leading a Class A baseball team to success.

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Hopewell’s Couper Stala drives in two runs with a base hit during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game against South Park on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at Wild Things Park.
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Last spring was a celebration as district athletes returned to the diamond after the 2020 season was canceled because of covid-19 shutdowns.

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Mt. Pleasant’s Katie Hutter celebrates after driving in two runs during a PIAA Class 3A first round playoff game against Bald Eagle Area on Monday, June 7, 2021, at Peterswood Park.
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Last spring was a celebration as district athletes returned to the diamonds after the 2020 season was canceled because of the covid-19 shutdowns.

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Redeemer Lutheran’s Jesse Van Wyk was named the SWPAA MVP. With him is coach John Driscoll.
Redeemer Lutheran’s Jesse Van Wyk named SWPAA MVP
March 21, 2022
Jesse Van Wyk wasn’t named league MVP after his freshman season.

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Burrell’s Cole Clark is a member of the 2021-22 wrestling team.
A-K Valley Senior Spotlight: Burrell’s Cole Clark
March 7, 2022
Cole Clark feels a responsibility to carry on the tradition of Burrell wrestling.

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March 6, 2022
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Mt. Lebanon’s Ashleigh Connor scores past Upper St. Clair’s Katelyn Robbins and Molly James during the WPIAL Class 6A championship game Friday, March 4, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
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March 4, 2022
It wasn’t the start Mt. Lebanon was hoping for. The finish, though, was as good as gold.

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South Fayette’s Maddie Webber hugs Giuliana Gaetano after defeating McKeesport in their WPIAL Class 5A semifinal on Tuesday, Mar. 1, 2022, at North Allegheny High School.
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Knoch’s Nina Shaw scores over Southmoreland’s Olivia Cernuto during 4A WPIAL semifinal action on Tuesday, March. 1, 2022 at Gateway High School.
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The 2021-22 Aquinas Academy girls basketball team.
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Mt. Lebanon’s Ashleigh Connor works against Bethel Park’s Emma Dziezgowski during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, at UMPC Events Center in Moon.
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March 3, 2022
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OLSH’s Kyleigh Nagy scores past Seton LaSalle’s Makenzie Canavan during the WPIAL Class 2A semifinals on Monday, Feb. 28, 2022 at Peters Township High School.
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Bishop Canevin’s Kevaughn Price celebrates next to Union’s Cam Taylor as time expires in the WPIAL Class A championship game on Thursday, March. 3, 2022, at Petersen Events Center.
Bishop Canevin defends WPIAL Class A title with victory over Union
It was another successful crusade for the Bishop Canevin boys basketball team.

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North Catholic’s Dacia Lewandowski scores against Laurel during a WPIAL Class 3A quarterfinal on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022, in Cranberry.
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March 2, 2022
WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball championship

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Bishop Canevin’s Jaden Gales drives to the basket to score against North Catholic on Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, at Bishop Canevin High School.
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Former Kiski Area and Burrell head football coach Dave Heavner was hired at Valley on Tuesday night.
Dave Heavner returns to alma mater as Valley’s new football coach
Life is coming full circle for Dave Heavner.

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St. Joseph’s Sam Wygonik competes in the boys’ 500-yard freestyle during last year’s WPIAL Class 2A swimming championships at Upper St. Clair High School.
A-K Valley senior spotlight: St. Joseph’s Sam Wygonik
February 28, 2022
Sam Wygonik finishes classes each day and heads to swim practice, but for the St. Joseph senior, it’s not as simple as walking down a few hallways to the natatorium.

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South Fayette’s Lainey Yater defends against Latrobe’s Bailey Watson during their WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball quarterfinal game Feb. 25, 2022, at South Fayette.
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February 25, 2022
South Fayette girls basketball coach Bryan Bennett said his players have “been in this moment all year.”

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Sam Pine is a senior on the Plum hockey team.
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February 21, 2022
Sam Pine likes being busy when he’s on the ice. He prefers being engaged in the action in front of his net, rather than watching play develop at the other end of the rink.

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Baldwin freshman Abby Rexrode won a WPIAL all-around gold medal Feb. 12, 2022 and the PA Classic all-around gold Feb. 19, 2022, at Moon.
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February 20, 2022
One week after claiming a gold medal at the WPIAL gymnastics championships, Baldwin’s Abby Rexrode again found herself atop the medals podium.

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Brashear’s Jermaine Williams was named Outstanding Wrestler at the 2022 City League wrestling championships Feb. 19, 2022, at Carrick.
City League crowns wrestling champions
February 19, 2022
Allderdice will send 11 wrestlers to the Northwest Regional tournament next month after an impressive showing Saturday at the City League championships at Carrick.

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Central Catholic senior Matthew Aulicino signed with Albany on Feb. 2, 2022.
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February 14, 2022
Finding a perfect fit is a challenge for any teenager, whether it’s with friends, classes, college plans or even clothing choices.

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Fox Chapel’s Eli Yofan celebrates after the Foxes scored late in the fourth quarter against Central Catholic on Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, at Alumni Hall in Oakland.
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Tonight on the TribLive High School Sports Network, 167 high school basketball teams will see their path to the WPIAL championships.

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Members of the Hempfield rifle team celebrate after winning the 2022 WPIAL team championship on Feb. 8, 2022, at Dormong-Mt. Lebanon Sportsmen’s Club in Canonsburg.
Hempfield wins 6th WPIAL rifle championship
February 8, 2022
Hempfield’s rifle team was right on target Tuesday … in the absolute middle of the target.

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St. Joseph’s Rylan Zale takes a shot during practice Dec. 2 at the high school in Natrona Heights.
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February 7, 2022
There were 4.5 seconds remaining. St. Joseph trailed Riverview by 2 points. Four of the Spartans’ regulars were sidelined with injury or illness.

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Deer Lakes’ Emily Warrene is a member of the 2021-22 bowling team.
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January 24, 2022
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Highland’s Jrake Burford was a section runner-up last season.
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January 3, 2022
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Burrell’s Brandon Coury is a senior on the 2021 basketball team.
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December 27, 2021
Brandon Coury’s basketball skills continue to develop.

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Springdale’s Andrew Haus played soccer and football during the 2021 fall season.
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December 20, 2021
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Gateway’s Floyd McKenna (left) placed fifth at the 2021 Eastern Area Invitational Wrestling Tournament.
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December 19, 2021
A pair of Gateway wrestlers earned fifth-place medals in the season-opening Eastern Area Invitational Wrestling Tournament on Dec. 10-11.

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St. Joseph’s Stella Swanson is a senior on the 2021 girls volleyball team.
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December 13, 2021
Stella Swanson started playing volleyball as a freshman at St. Joseph.

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Neshannock head coach Luann Grybowski reacts to a foul call during the PIAA Class 2A championship game against Mt. Carmel on Thursday, March 25, 2021, at Giant Center in Hershey.
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December 8, 2021
Neshannock girls basketball coach Luann Grybowski says her team has “unfinished business.”

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OLSH’s Jake DiMichele drives to the basket during the PIAA Class 2A championship game against Constitution on March 26, 2021, at Giant Center in Hershey.
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Our Lady of the Sacred Heart put together a perfect season a year ago, winning section, WPIAL and PIAA titles.

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December 6, 2021
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Chartiers Valley head coach Tim McConnell instructs his team next to Aislin Malcolm during the PIAA Class 5A state championship game against Cardinal O’Hara on Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Giant Center in Hershey.
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December 5, 2021
Chartiers Valley has won three straight WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball championships, and it looks like contenders will have to again deal with the Colts being favored this season.

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New Castle’s Mike Wells scores past Cathedral Prep’s Liam Galla and Khali Horton during overtime of their PIAA Class 5A quarterfinal on Friday, March 19, 2021, at New Castle High School.
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New Castle’s boys basketball team moved up to Class 5A from 4A last season but continued its dominance over WPIAL opponents, claiming a record 14th district championship.

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Kiski Area senior Emerson Johngarlo has signed a letter of intent to play soccer at Robert Morris.
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November 29, 2021
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November 27, 2021
Can’t make it to Heinz Field for the WPIAL football championships?

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November 26, 2021
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Serra Catholic’s Terrell Booth scores against Neshannock in the WPIAL Class 2A first round Friday, Nov. 5, 2021.
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November 25, 2021
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November 18, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 12:

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Aliquippa quarterback Quentin Good throws a pass during practice on Aug. 17, 2021, in Aliquippa.
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November 11, 2021
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November 8, 2021
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Penn Hills quarterback Julian Dugger looks to throw during practice Friday, Aug. 13, 2021 at Penn Hills High School.
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November 4, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 10:

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Steel Valley’s NyZair Burt (2) celebrates his touchdown with JeSean Wright during their game against Serra Catholic on Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Munhall.
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October 30, 2021
After an exciting final weekend, WPIAL football teams are turning their attention to the postseason.

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South Park quarterback Harper Conroy smiles during practice on Aug. 11, 2021, in South Park.
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October 28, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 9:

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Freeport’s Emma Check is a senior on the 2021 soccer team.
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October 25, 2021
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Pine-Richland’s Madison Lennon plays against Hempfield Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021 at Pine-Richland High School.
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October 22, 2021
This year’s WPIAL field hockey tournaments have a lot on the line for the favorites in each classification.

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Bishop Canevin setter Sani Jones (12) celebrates with teammates after scoring against Greensburg Central Catholic on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021, at Bishop Canevin High School.
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A year after capturing WPIAL girls volleyball championships, North Allegheny, North Catholic and Bishop Canevin will try and defend their titles as No. 1 seeds for the 2021 playoffs.

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Beaver Falls quarterback Jaren Brickner works out during practice on Aug. 5, 2021, in Beaver Falls.
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October 21, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 8:

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Mars’ Aly Cooper (21) celebrates her goal with Piper Coffield during their game against Montour on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021, in Robinson. Mars won, 1-0.
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October 20, 2021
Defending WPIAL champions again will have targets on their back when the district soccer playoffs begin this weekend.

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Leechburg’s Eli Rich returns for the 2021 football season.
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October 18, 2021
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Avonworth quarterback Nate Harper throws a pass during practice on Aug. 9, 2021, in Ohio Twp.
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October 14, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 7:

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Deer Lakes’ Madeline Boulos is a three-time All-WPIAL selection.
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October 11, 2021
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North Hills quarterback John Green scrambles to pass during a game against Moon on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021, at Moon Area High School.
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October 7, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 6:

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Freeport is joined this season in the Class A Northeast Division by Plum, which dropped from Class 2A.
A-K Valley teams begin 2021-22 PIHL season
October 6, 2021
The PIHL season is underway, and A-K Valley teams have begun the six-month grind toward the Penguins Cup playoffs.

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Valley’s Rachel Schrock is a senior on the 2021 tennis team.
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October 4, 2021
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OLSH quarterback Nehemiah Azeem throws a pass during practice on Aug. 3, 2021, in Clinton.
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September 30, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 5:

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Freeport’s Erica Lampus is a senior on the 2021 girls volleyball team.
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September 27, 2021
Some would call it a tradition of success or an expectation to win. At Freeport, girls volleyball players simply “refuse to lose.”

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Covid cases force Burgettstown to forfeit Week 4 game to Rochester
September 24, 2021
A fifth WPIAL Week 4 football game was canceled Friday morning, just hours before the contest was scheduled to begin.

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East Allegheny’s Drashaun Gainer goes through drills during practice Friday, Aug. 13, 2021 at East Allegheny High School.
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September 23, 2021
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 4:

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Springdale’s August Tabacheck is a senior on the 2021 soccer team.
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September 20, 2021
Saturday was special for Springdale soccer standout August Tabacheck, but it had nothing to do with his talents on the pitch.

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Gateway quarterback Brad Birch throws a pass against Thomas Jefferson during the second quarter Friday, Sept. 3, 2021, in Monroeville.
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September 16, 2021
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Logan Smith is a senior on the 2021 Ligonier Valley golf team.
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September 13, 2021
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Caroline Dynka is a senior on the 2021 Burrell girls tennis team.
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Trinity’s Connor Roberts during practice Tuesday, Aug.17, 2021 at Trinity Middle School.
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September 9, 2021
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Greensburg Salem’s Kylie Smith returns for the 2021 season.
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September 6, 2021
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Highlands’ Dan Thimons is a senior on the 2021 football team.
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Dan Thimons knows the importance of his position on the football field.

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Waynesburg’s Brayden Woods during practice Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021, at Waynesburg Central High School.
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September 2, 2021
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Westinghouse’s Malik Harris (7) talks with quarterback Keyshawn Morsillo during practice on Aug. 24, 2021, in Homewood.
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August 26, 2021
Some of the top football prospects in Western Pa. will display their talents on the Cupples Stadium turf this season, and plenty of eyes will be on the City League.

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Fort Cherry head coach Tanner Garry watches his team during practice on Aug. 19, 2021.
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Tanner Garry enjoyed the offseason. It almost felt normal.

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Trinity’s Jeremy Sikora throws during practice Tuesday, Aug.17, 2021 at Trinity Middle School.
Strong line play could help Trinity go toe-to-toe
August 24, 2021
Competing against perennial WPIAL title contenders Thomas Jefferson and Belle Vernon is a challenge. And that challenge usually is decided in the trenches.

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Mt. Lebanon’s Ashleigh Connor is a St. Louis commit.
Mt. Lebanon’s Ashleigh Connor commits to St. Louis
August 23, 2021
Mt. Lebanon’s Ashleigh Connor, one of the top scorers in WPIAL girls basketball, announced a commitment to St. Louis on Monday.

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Serra Catholic’s Pharoh Fisher is interviewed during a HSSN event Kennywood on July 22, 2021.
Serra Catholic’s Pharoh Fisher commits to Navy
One of the WPIAL’s most experienced varsity football players made his college decision over the weekend.

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Chartiers-Houston’s Nathan Cavallo works out during practice on Aug. 10, 2021, in Chartiers Twp.
Chartiers-Houston returns experienced group to challenge in Century Conference
August 22, 2021
Chartiers-Houston has quite a luxury this season.

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Riverside receiver Brady Newman catches a pass during practice on Aug. 2, 2021, in North Sewickley.
New coach expects excellence at Riverside
August 21, 2021
Fran Ramsden hadn’t really thought about being a head football coach.

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Mt. Lebanon quarterback Joey Daniels works out during practice on Aug. 11, 2021, in Mt Lebanon.
Trib HSSN launches Standout, a social media platform to highlight high school athletes
August 16, 2021
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North Allegheny’s Paige Morningstar celebrates a kill with Mia Tuman during the Tigers’ match Oct. 22, 2020 against Pine-Richland in McCandless.
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August 14, 2021
Mia Tuman is entering her junior year at North Allegheny, and a promising volleyball season awaits her and the Tigers.

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Hopewell receiver Isaiah Pisano catches a pass during practice on Aug. 3, 2021, in Hopewell.
Young Hopewell team looks to gain traction
Hopewell’s coaching staff is entering its third season with the program, and head coach Matt Weiss said it seems like each year they’ve had a young team.

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Ambridge head coach Sherm McBride works with Sedrick Seymour during practice on Aug. 2, 2021, in Ambridge.
New coach with Aliquippa ties overhauls Ambridge program
Sherm McBride has a plan for the Ambridge football team to be competitive over the next few seasons.

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Fox Chapel’s Sammi Dunlap received the 2020-21 Knichel Logistics Title IX award.
Oakland Catholic, area student-athletes honored as 2021 Positive Athlete award winners
June 26, 2021
Positivity wasn’t the easiest character trait to maintain over the past year.

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Hopewell’s Lucas Arington throws a pitch against Deer Lakes during their WPIAL Class 3A quarterfinal matchup at North Allegheny on May 22.
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June 1, 2021
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The WPIAL Class AAA boys javelin top 8 medalists.
North Journal notebook: North Hills’ Apodaca takes 2nd in javelin
May 22, 2021
North Hills junior thrower Alec Apodaca earned a silver medal in the javelin at the WPIAL Class AAA championships May 19, at Slippery Rock University.

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North Journal notebook: North Hills softball finishes 2nd in Section 3
May 15, 2021
The North Hills softball team fell just short of a section title last week after falling to Shaler, 9-8, on May 11.

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The Mars boys lacrosse team celebrates after winning a fourth straight WPIAL Class AA title May 24, 2019, at Robert Morris.
Shady Side Academy, Mars draw top seeds for WPIAL boys lacrosse playoffs
May 13, 2021
A canceled season kept Mars boys lacrosse from claiming a fifth straight WPIAL Class 2A championship last spring.

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Fox Chapel’s Lily Zaltman works against Shady Side Academy’s Alexa Karet on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Fox Chapel Area High School.
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Five-time champion Mt. Lebanon is the favorite to again claim a WPIAL girls lacrosse championship.

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North Journal notebook: North Allegheny, North Hills teams start spring season
April 3, 2021
The high school sports spring season kicked into full swing last week. Here’s a look at how some of the North Allegheny and North Hills teams opened the campaign.

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Greensburg Central Catholic’s Dylan Sebek returns for his senior season.
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March 29, 2021
WPIAL baseball players have been waiting nearly two seasons to get back on the field of play after the coronavirus pandemic forced officials to cancel the entire 2020 campaign.

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West Greene’s Kiley Meek hits an extra base hit against Union during the WPIAL Class A softball championship Wednesday, May 29, 2019, at Peterwood Park.
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After a year away from the diamond, softball players from across Western Pennsylvania are itching to get back in the field of play.

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Ligonier Valley shortstop Haley Boyd works out during practice on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, in Ligonier.
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March 28, 2021
After a year away from the diamond, softball players from across Western Pennsylvania are itching to get back in the field of play.

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Serra Catholic’s Jayden Martz makes a play on a ball hit by Seton LaSalle’s Brian Vogel Jr. Tuesday, June 11, 2019, during the PIAA Class 2A baseball semifinals at West Mifflin Area High School.
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WPIAL baseball players have been waiting nearly two seasons to get back on the field of play after the coronavirus pandemic forced officials to cancel the entire 2020 campaign.

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Mt. Pleasant’s Hannah Gnibus scores past Yough catcher Hannah Christner during their game Monday, April 29, 2019, at Mt. Pleasant Area High School.
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March 27, 2021
After a year away from the diamond, softball players from across Western Pennsylvania are itching to get back in the field of play.

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South Park’s Zach Lemansky (5) competes against Quaker Valley during a WPIAL first-round playoff game May 15, 2019 at Seneca Valley.
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Elizabeth Forward’s Kailey Larcinese pitches a throw against Mt. Pleasant in the PIAA Class 4A softball semifinal on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at Seton Hill University.
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March 26, 2021
After a year away from the diamond, softball players from across Western Pennsylvania are itching to get back in the field of play.

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New Castle pitcher Rocco Bernadina throws during a WPIAL Class 4A playoff game against Greensburg Salem Monday, May 20, 2019, at Fox Chapel High School.
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North Allegheny’s Jasmine Timmerson scores past McDowell’s Sydney Keinath and Caroline Henderson (right) during the PIAA Class 6A girls quarterfinals Friday, March 19, 2021, at North Allegheny High School.
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March 25, 2021
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OLSH’s Jake DiMichele blows by Portage’s Preston Rainey during the PIAA Class 2A boys semifinal on March 23, 2021, at Moon Area High School.
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Penn-Trafford’s Brooke Cleland makes a running catch in center field against Lampeter-Strasburg during the PIAA Class 5A championship game Friday, June 14, 2019, at Penn State University.
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Franklin Regional pitcher Andrew Muraco delivers during a WPIAL Class 5A quarterfinal against South Fayette Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at West Mifflin High School.
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WPIAL baseball players have been waiting nearly two seasons to get back on the field of play after the coronavirus pandemic forced officials to cancel the entire 2020 campaign.

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Bethel Park’s Reagan Milliken (back) is an Ohio State recruit.
2021 WPIAL Class 6A softball preseason breakdown
March 24, 2021
After a year away from the diamond, softball players from across Western Pennsylvania are itching to get back on the field of play.

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Norwin first baseman Jayden Walker works out during a scrimmage against Yough on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Norwin High School.
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Lincoln Park’s LA Pratt drives to the basket against Montour’s Vason Stevenson during their WPIAL Class 4A semifinal on Thursday, March 11, 2021, in Midland.
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March 15, 2021
The final four WPIAL basketball championship games will be played tonight at a pair of high school gymnasiums, and a quartet of teams will be rewarded for persevering during an unprecedented 2020-21 season.

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South Allegheny’s Omar Faulkner dunks against Shady Side Academy on Feb. 17, 2021, in Fox Chapel.
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March 14, 2021
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Rochester’s Corynne Hauser blocks a shot by West Greene’s Jersey Wise during the WPIAL Class A championship game Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at Petersen Events Center.
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Trinity’s Alyssia Clutter drives past Moon’s Sophia Mancini during their game Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020, at Moon Area High School.
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North Catholic’s Dacia Lewandowski battles Mohawk’s Erynne Capalbo for a rebound during their game on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, in Cranberry.
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March 13, 2021
Four more WPIAL basketball championship games will be played tonight at a pair of high school gymnasiums, and a quartet of teams will be rewarded for persevering during an unprecedented 2020-21 season.

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Mohawk’s Hannah McDanel pressures North Catholic’s Tori Drevna during their game on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021, in Cranberry.
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March 12, 2021
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North Allegheny’s Emma Fischer (left) celebrates with Paige Morningstar after hitting a 3-pointer against Penn-Trafford during their game on Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, at Penn-Trafford High School.
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OLSH’s Dante Spadafora (11) celebrates with B.J. Vaughn after a Chargers score next to Springdale’s Logan Reddinger on Feb. 5.
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Upper St. Clair’s John Sukernek celebrates after scoring next to Butler’s Devin Carney during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Upper St. Clair High School.
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The first four of 12 WPIAL basketball championship games will be played tonight at a pair of high school gymnasiums, and a quartet of teams will be rewarded for persevering during an unprecedented 2020-21 season.

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Serra Catholic’s Grace Navarro drives as Winchester Thurston’s Octava Chitty defends in a WPIAL Class 2A semifinal Tuesday, March 9, 2021.
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March 11, 2021
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Quaker Valley’s Lily Johns (13) celebrates with Corinne Washington in the final minute of their game against Blackhawk on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, at Quaker Valley High School.
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North Allegheny’s Dylan Coy celebrates after defeating Waynesburg’s Mac Church at 120 pounds during the WPIAL Class AAA individual wrestling championship on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021, at Canon-McMillan High School.
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March 6, 2021
Dylan Coy can now call himself a WPIAL champion.

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The 2020-21 WPIAL swimming qualifiers from Mt. Pleasant include, in front, from left, Gianna Fleck, Ashlyn Hornick, Morgan Baughman; middle, Trinity Graft, McKenna Mizikar, Paige Richter, SaraJo Gardner, Reegan Brown; back, Daniel Lynch, Andy Davis, Ben Fisher, Matthew Koch, Brenden Korpiel and Joe Barrick.
Mt. Pleasant relay teams eager to hit pool for WPIAL meet
March 4, 2021
It might be tough for a four-member relay team to socially distance while standing on top of an awards podium, but members of the Mt. Pleasant girls swim team would like the opportunity to try.

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Central Valley’s Carolyn Grimm (first), Hopewell’s Ashlynn Ealy (second) and Hempfield’s Kayce Tomasic (third) were the top finishers in the Diamond Division at the WPIAL gymnastics championships Feb. 27, 2021, at Moon.
Central Valley gymnasts sweep WPIAL individual championships
February 27, 2021
Central Valley gymnasts capped off the program’s championship weekend with a clean sweep.

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North Allegheny’s Nick Gorman won the Section 3 title at 126 pounds.
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The North Allegheny wrestling team was well represented at Saturday’s WPIAL Class AAA championships after an impressive finish at the Section 3 tournament Feb. 20.

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Chartiers Valley’s Brayden Reynolds drives to the basket past New Castle’s Donny Cade during their game on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, at New Castle High School.
Trib HSSN to unveil WPIAL basketball playoff pairings tonight
February 23, 2021
The largest field in the history of the WPIAL basketball playoffs provided quite a challenge for the district’s basketball committee members.

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North Allegheny’s Cam Phillips drives past Oakland Catholic’s Halena Hill during their game on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021, at North Allegheny High School.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny girls basketball keeps rolling
February 20, 2021
It was 16 up and 16 down for the North Allegheny basketball, which started the season 16-0 after recent victories over Class 5A power Chartiers Valley, as well as Baldwin and Pine-Richland.

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Members of the 2020-21 North Allegheny girls wrestling team are, from left, assistant coach Amanda Walker, Taylor Stover, Hannah Williams, Leyna Rumpler and head coach Dan Heckert.
Trio of female wrestlers make history at North Allegheny
February 13, 2021
High school students certainly spend a lot of time learning about history. Not many of those students get to make history.

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North Hills quarterback Ethan Marker throws during workouts Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Martorelli Stadium.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny, North Hills football players sign letters of intent
February 7, 2021
Four senior North Allegheny football players made their future plans official on national signing day Feb. 3.

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Pine-Richland’s Sam Neill (3) celebrates his second quarter interception with Jeremiah Hasley next to Upper St. Clair’s Aidan Besselman during their game Friday, Sept. 18, 2020, at Upper St. Clair.
Western Pa. football players in 2021 recruiting class headed to Division I, II programs
February 3, 2021
Here’s a look at where Western Pennsylvania senior football players signed to play at the Division I and II levels during the early-signing period in December and Wednesday.

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North Journal notebook: North Allegheny wrestlers sweep 3 duals
January 23, 2021
Nicholas Gorman, Adam Rohan, Aidan Buggey and Brady Leczo had pins to lead North Allegheny to a 63-11 Class 3A, Section 3B wrestling victory over North Hills on Jan. 20.

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North Allegheny’s Dylan Coy wrestles South Park’s Joey Fischer at the 2020 Allegheny County Tournament at Fox Chapel High School on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny wrestlers start strong at host invitational
January 16, 2021
North Allegheny welcomed eight wrestling teams to the Wright Automotive Invitational on Jan. 9.

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Central Catholic’s Josh Altman (19) and Matthew Aulicino (55) pave the way for a first down carry by Eddy Tillman during the WPIAL Class 6A championship game against North Allegheny Friday, Nov. 6, 2020, at Martorelli Stadium.
Pair of North Allegheny, Central Catholic standouts earn Class 6A all-state honors
December 23, 2020
Talented football players filled the field at North Hills’ Martorelli Stadium for the WPIAL Class 6A championship game.

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Pine-Richland quarterback Cole Spencer celebrates as he scores during the first quarter of the PIAA Class 5A championship game against Cathedral Prep on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium.
Pine-Richland’s Cole Spencer tabbed state’s Class 5A Player of the Year
Postseason honors continue to roll in for Pine-Richland’s Cole Spencer.

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Thomas Jefferson quarterback Jake Pugh celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in overtime during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game against Aliquippa on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, at North Allegheny.
Thomas Jefferson trio earns all-state honors in Class 4A
The Thomas Jefferson football team added to an already crowded trophy case this season by capturing WPIAL and PIAA championships.

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Central Valley’s Myles Walker catches a long pass in front of Wyomissing Area’s Nevin Carter during the third quarter of the PIAA Class 3A championship game on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium.
WPIAL football players sign with Division I FBS, FCS programs
December 16, 2020
Division I FBS

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Mohawk’s Nadia Lape (24) celebrates with teammates as time expires in their PIAA Class 3A second round state playoff game against Calynton Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at North Allegheny High School.
Trib HSSN 2020-21 WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball preseason breakdown
December 8, 2020
Getting to the WPIAL girls basketball finals will take more dedication and focus than ever this season.

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Southmoreland’s Gracie Spadaro (15) and Maddie Moore celebrate after defeating McKeesport Monday, Jan. 20, 2020, at Southmoreland High School.
Trib HSSN 2020-21 WPIAL Class 4A girls basketball preseason breakdown
December 7, 2020
Getting to the WPIAL girls basketball finals will take even more dedication and focus than ever this season.

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Chartiers Valley’s Aislin Malcolm celebrates with Megan McConnell next to Moon’s Brianna Toal during their game Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, at Moon Area High School.
Trib HSSN 2020-21 WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball preseason breakdown
December 6, 2020
Getting to the WPIAL girls basketball finals will take even more dedication and focus than ever this season.

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Laurel Highlands’ Rodney Gallagher celebrates as time expires in the WPIAL Class 5A championship game against Mars Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at Petersen Events Center.
Trib HSSN 2020-21 WPIAL Class 5A boys basketball preseason breakdown
This will surely be a boys basketball season like no other.

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North Allegheny’s Jadyn Perkins scores over Pine-Richland’s Makayla Roy and next to Paige Miller during a match in October.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny girls volleyball returns to WPIAL final
November 7, 2020
The North Allegheny girls volleyball team found itself in a familiar position Saturday — playing for a WPIAL Class 4A title.

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Pine-Richland’s Luke Miller lays out to pull in a catch past Penn Hills’ Dontae Pollard Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020 at Penn Hills High School.
Trib HSSN’s WPIAL football playoffs primer for Nov. 6, 2020
November 6, 2020
Ten WPIAL football teams will punch their tickets to the championships tonight, while two others will battle for district gold.

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Pine-Richland quarterback Cole Spencer carries past Upper St. Clair’s Joseph Houck during the third quarter Friday, Sept. 18, 2020, at Upper St. Clair.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 9
November 5, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 9:

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Latrobe’s Alex Walker celebrates with his teammates after scoring during the PIHL Class AA semifinals against Hempfield at Robert Morris’ Island Sports Center on Neville Island on March 11, 2020.
With safety protocols in place, PIHL season set to begin
November 1, 2020
Ice rinks across Western Pennsylvania again will be put to use Monday night when the PIHL commences the varsity high school hockey season.

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North Allegheny defeated Seneca Valley, 21-10, in the championship game of the 2020 Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Softball League playoff tournament Oct. 25 at Mt. Lebanon’s Middle Field.
North Allegheny celebrates 4th WPISL championship
October 31, 2020
Players and coaches sprinted from the dugouts, swarming teammates on the field in celebration.

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North Allegheny’s Evan Anderson (7) celebrates his goal with 
Evan Cole (16) and Kensly Owens on Oct. 27 during their WPIAL Class 4A first-round playoff game against Allderdice.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny boys soccer advances
Jonathan Swann had two goals and Ben Christian, Evan Anderson and Kensly Owens also scored to lead No. 6 North Allegheny (13-3-1) to a 5-1 victory over No. 11 Allderdice (5-6-1) in a WPIAL Class 4A boys soccer game Oct. 27.

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Fort Cherry girls volleyball forced to forfeit playoff match
October 30, 2020
One of the WPIAL’s top girls volleyball teams in Class A will not get a chance to play for a district title.

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Gateway’s Derrick Davis breaks in the clear against Woodland Hills Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 at the Wolvarena.
Trib HSSN’s WPIAL football playoffs primer
The past three months of training and grinding through regular season games has led up to tonight as 44 high school football teams will kick off postseason play in the WPIAL playoffs.

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Chartiers Valley’s Jordan Demus carries against Aliquippa’s Isaiah Gilbert on Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at The Pit.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 8
October 29, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 8:

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Freeport head coach Tom Phillips speaks to the team against Hampton Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 at Hampton High School.
Trib HSSN unveils WPIAL girls volleyball playoff pairings
October 26, 2020
Sixty-eight high school girls volleyball teams learn their path to the WPIAL finals today.

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Members of the North Allegheny water polo team compete during a 2020 match.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny water polo teams look to reach states
October 25, 2020
It’s the best time of the year for members of the North Allegheny water polo teams.

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North Catholic’s Kyle Tipinski stiff-arms Freeport Area’s Zach Clark Friday, Oct. 23, 2020 at Mars Area High School.
Trib HSSN to unveil WPIAL football playoff pairings
October 24, 2020
Anticipation for the WPIAL football playoffs has been building for weeks.

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Upper St. Clair quarterback Ethan Dahlem stiff-arms Bethel Park’s Aidan Currie during the first quarter of their game Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, at Upper St. Clair.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 7
October 22, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 7:

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Norwin’s Aiden Carson past Central Catholic defenders during the second half on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, in Oakland. Norwin won, 3-1.
Watch: Trib HSSN unveils WPIAL soccer playoff pairings
October 21, 2020
The WPIAL soccer playoffs have arrived.

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North Journal notebook: North Allegheny field hockey rebounds
October 17, 2020
The North Allegheny field hockey team hit the midseason portion of its schedule with a record of 3-3.

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Mt. Lebanon’s Joey Daniels (3) looks to pass the ball against Central Catholic during their game at Graham Field in Wilkinsburg on Friday, Oct. 9, 2020.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 6
October 15, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 6:

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North Allegheny’s Jenny Zhu competes against Shady Side Academy during the WPIAL Class AAA team championship Thursday, Oct. 19, 2018, at Hampton.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny tennis earns playoff berth
October 10, 2020
North Allegheny girls tennis capped off section play last week by sweeping North Hills, gaining momentum ahead of the WPIAL Class AAA playoffs.

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California running back Jaeden Zuzak works out during practice on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 5
October 8, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 5:

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North Allegheny’s Paige Morningstar gets a kill past Canon-McMillan’s Samantha Parker during the WPIAL Class 4A championships last year at Fox Chapel Area High School.
North Journal notebook: North Allegheny volleyball returns to court
October 3, 2020
It was a triumphant return to the court for the North Allegheny girls volleyball team last week.

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Blackhawk quarterback Carson Davidson throws a pass during practice on Monday, Aug. 31, 2020, in Chippewa.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 4
October 1, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 4:

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North Allegheny golfers earn trip to semifinals
September 26, 2020
North Allegheny seniors Adam Steinmetz and Portland Canovali enjoyed their home course advantage last week, securing a place in the WPIAL Class AAA boys golf semifinals at the Section 3 qualifier at North Park Golf Course.

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Vote for the Week 4 HSSN Game of the Week
September 24, 2020
The TribLive High School Sports Network is giving fans the power to choose the Week 4 Game of the Week for Oct. 2.

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Seneca Valley quarterback Dustin Horn throws during work outs Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Seneca Valley High School.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 3
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 3:

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Brashear receiver Ta’Mere Robinson catches a pass during practice on Sept. 8, 2020.
City League football preview: Title up for grabs during unique season
At long last, kickoff has arrived for City League football teams.

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North Hills girls volleyball coach Vicky Danko is in her second season on the bench.
Fast start provides boost to North Hills girls volleyball team
September 19, 2020
Getting on the court was a victory in itself, but the North Hills girls volleyball team took it a step further when it kicked off its season Sept. 15.

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Armstrong quarterback Cadin Olsen throws during workouts Thursday, July 15, 2020 at Armstrong High School.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 2
September 17, 2020
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 2:

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Trib HSSN previews WPIAL football season in Gameplan 2020
September 11, 2020
The Tribune-Review and TribLive High School Sports Network presents, GAMEPLAN 2020, an in-depth look at the upcoming high school football season in Western Pa. It is designed to serve as a reference for high school football fans throughout the season. Inside the 132-page edition, you will find preview stories for every team in the WPIAL, […]

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Bethel Park lineman go through drills during workouts Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020 at Bethel Park High School.
Trib HSSN has you covered in Week 1
The TribLive High School Sports Network is giving football fans the best seat in the house.

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Rankin off to fast start for North Allegheny girls golf
September 10, 2020
Katie Rose Rankin has set the pace this season for the North Allegheny girls golf team.

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North Allegheny’s Khalil Dinkins works out with teammates during practice on Thursday, July 2, 2020, in McCandless.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 1
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch during Week 1:

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South Allegheny’s Omir Faulkner goes through drills during workouts Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020 at South Allegheny High School.
South Allegheny looks to finish strong under new head coach
September 6, 2020
It was a different type of offseason for high school football teams across the country, given the restrictions brought on by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Bishop Canevin head coach Richard Johnson during workouts Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at Bishop Canevin High School.
Bishop Canevin ready to rebuild brick by brick
September 5, 2020
Building takes time … brick by brick.

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Ambridge lineman Brandon Hare (right) works with his linemates during practice Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2020, at Moe Rubenstein Stadium.
Ambridge works to get up to speed before season-opener
August 26, 2020
Veteran football coach Don Phillips had a quick response when asked of his biggest concern entering the 2020 season, his second at the helm at Ambridge.

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Hopewell lineman Rocco Vespaziani works out during practice on Aug. 11, 2020, in Hopewell.
Improvements in strength, conditioning to be key for Hopewell
Hopewell was a first-half football team a year ago. The Vikings came out strong each game with energy, excitement and the competitive juices flowing.

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Fort Cherry head coach Tanner Garry during workouts Monday, Aug. 3, 2020 Fort Cherry High School.
Tanner Garry looks to restore tradition at alma mater Fort Cherry
August 25, 2020
Tanner Garry remembers fondly his playing days at Fort Cherry.

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Shenango quarterback Reis Watkins throws a pass during practice on Aug. 10, 2020, in Shenango.
Shenango to lean on versatile Reis Watkins in move to Big Seven
The plan was always to get the ball in Reis Watkins’ hands.

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Quaker Valley quarterback Patrick Cutchember works out during practice on Aug. 12, 2020, in Leetsdale.
Quaker Valley’s young, battle-tested roster ready to rebound
There are just three seniors on the Quaker Valley football roster this fall.

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Trinity’s Tyson Brophy goes through drills during workouts Thursday, Aug.20, 2020 at Trinity Middle School.
With coach in their corner, Trinity seniors set to showcase their skills
August 23, 2020
Trinity football coach Jon Miller spent time during pandemic quarantine promoting his rising senior players on Twitter.

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Latrobe’s Ainsley Novotny grabs a pass from a teammate during a girls lacrosse match against Greensburg Salem on March 27, 2019 at Offutt Field in Greensburg.
Senior Spotlight: Latrobe captain hoped to lift Wildcats into title contention
June 7, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Franklin Regional’s Noelle Boyd is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Franklin Regional lacrosse standout denied shot at championship, still gets a parade
June 4, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Upper St. Clair’s Lauren Hart is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Preseason trip provided lasting memories for Division I-bound USC midfielder
May 31, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Mt. Lebanon’s John Sramac (right) is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Mt. Lebanon 100-goal scorer wanted more for himself, team
May 30, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Seton LaSalle’s Mikaela Staranko is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Seton LaSalle’s All-WPIAL goalie to start anew at Youngstown State
May 20, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Seneca Valley’s Noah VandeWater competes against Canon-McMillan during a scrimmage March 10, 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Seneca Valley senior maintains love of lacrosse despite pandemic
May 19, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Peters Township’s MacKenzie Lehman is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Peters Township All-American relished impromptu senior ceremony
May 11, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Moon’s Alek Beddings is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Moon’s opening scrimmage a highlight for Beddings’ lacrosse season
May 9, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Moon’s Zack Jadlocki is a member of the Class of 2020.
Senior Spotlight: Moon lacrosse player takes up new hobby before putting his head in the stars
May 7, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Canon-McMillan senior Ashley Irwin (right) will continue her lacrosse career at IUP.
Senior Spotlight: Lacrosse only part of Irwin’s starring role at Canon-McMillan
May 3, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight WPIAL spring athletes whose senior years were cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Plum senior Carli Chini missed out on her final girls lacrosse season in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Senior Spotlight: Plum lacrosse player spending spring as ‘essential worker’
April 27, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight a WPIAL spring athlete whose senior year has been cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Butler senior high jumper Sami Taoufik is a Penn State recruit.
Senior spotlight: WPIAL high jump gold medalist had more championship aspirations
April 19, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight a WPIAL spring athlete whose senior year has been cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Kiski Area’s Jack Blumer, Jack Dilts and Dom Giordano hold the team trophy at the Eastern Area Wrestling Invitational on Saturday at Gateway High School.
Scholarship offers start flowing in for Kiski Area defensive end Dilts
April 17, 2020
College football coaches aren’t saddled with leading spring practices or monitoring workouts or even attending daylong meetings on campus during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Laurel Highlands’ Rodney Gallagher celebrates after defeating Mars in the WPIAL Class 5A championship game Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at Petersen Events Center.
Area freshmen garner offers from Michigan
A pair of Western Pennsylvania freshmen have stepped into the recruiting spotlight this week.

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Penn-Trafford’s Matt Wilkie tries to escape a tackle attempt by Greensburg Salem’s Jake Hoyle of the red squad Friday, June 15, 2018 during the 2018 Westmoreland County Coaches Association’s Foothills All-Star Classic at Hempfield Area High School.
BeeGraphix Great 38 football all-star game canceled
April 15, 2020
A day after Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association officials called off the annual Big 33 Football Classic and East-West all-star football game, another all-star contest was canceled because of the coronavirus outbreak.

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North Allegheny catcher Pat Trettel tags out Connellsville’s Ryan Murphy, as home plate umpire Tom Evans makes the call during their WPIAL Class AAAA playoff game Thursday at Matulevic Field in Shaler. NA won, 7-2.
WPIAL board welcomes new members, bids farewell to 3 others
The WPIAL board of directors bid farewell to three members Wednesday during its annual meeting.

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McKeesport’s Deamontae Diggs pulls in a touchdown pass over Penn-Trafford’s Brad Ford in the first quarter Friday Sept. 13, 2019 at Penn-Trafford High School.
McKeesport’s Deamontae Diggs signs with Youngstown State
One of the most talented senior athletes in Western Pennsylvania has decided where he will be competing next fall. And also what sport he will be playing.

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Penn-Trafford’s Gabe Dunlap gains yardage against Peters Township in the first half during the WPIAL Class 5A semifinals Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, at West Mifflin High School.
WPIAL announces James Collins Scholar-Athlete scholarship award winners
The WPIAL announced the 20 winners of its annual James Collins Scholar-Athlete scholarship awards during its annual meeting Wednesday.

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Aliquippa’s Darrelle Revis scores the winning touchdown against Northern Lehigh in the 2003 PIAA championship game.
Aliquippa great Darrelle Revis headlines 14th annual WPIAL Hall of Fame class
April 14, 2020
Darrelle Revis was one of the NFL’s all-time great cornerbacks for the Jets, Patriots, Bucs and Chiefs. He was a Super Bowl champion, four-time All-Pro and seven-time Pro Bowl selection.

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North Hills’ Lirion Murtezi (Center) holds the Big 33 trophy with teammates Monday, May 27, 2019.
Big 33, East-West all-star football games canceled
Organizers for the Big 33 Football Classic and East-West Game hoped the annual all-star games could be played over Memorial Day weekend.

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WPIAL associate executive director Amy Scheuneman introduces the 14th annual WPIAL Hall of Fame class on April 14, 2020, at the WPIAL office in Green Tree.
WPIAL announces 14th Hall of Fame class inductees, award winners
The 14th annual class of the WPIAL Hall of Fame is unlike any that came before it.

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Franklin Regional’s Jo-Michelle “JoJo” Huczko
Senior spotlight: WPIAL pole vault champ takes talents into kitchen
April 12, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight a WPIAL spring athlete whose senior year has been cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Mt. Lebanon’s Emelia Krakora is a Bowdoin lacrosse recruit.
Senior spotlight: Mt. Lebanon’s Emelia Krakora looks forward to future in lacrosse
April 11, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight a WPIAL spring athlete whose senior year has been cut short by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Mars’ Michael Carmody battles Laurel Highlands’ Nick Egnot for a rebound during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game Friday, Feb. 28, 2020, at Petersen Events Center.
Pair of young stars join senior-heavy Trib 10 boys basketball all-star team
April 10, 2020
This year’s Trib 10 boys basketball all-star team is a senior-heavy group, with two young and talented exceptions.

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Chartiers Valley’s Megan McConnell (right) and Aislin Malcolm battle Trinity’s Riley DeRubbo for a loose ball during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game against Trinity Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020, at Petersen Events Center.
PIAA officials cancel spring sports season, winter sports championships
April 9, 2020
For nearly a month, high school student-athletes held out hope they could return to normalcy on the fields, courts and track.

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North Allegheny’s Isaiah Davis (14) competes against Shaler on April 2, 2019 at North Allegheny.
Senior spotlight: North Allegheny’s Isaiah Davis hopes to lead Tigers to title
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight a WPIAL spring athlete whose senior year has been put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Butler’s Ethan Morton (25) celebrates after beating Mt. Lebanon in their WPIAL Class 6A championship game at Petersen Events Center on Feb. 29, 2020.
Butler’s Ethan Morton named Trib HSSN Boys Basketball Player of the Year
April 8, 2020
Ethan Morton just wants to play basketball.

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Elizabeth Forward’s Chase Whatton competes during the 2019 football season.
Scholarship offers rolling in for Elizabeth Forward’s Chase Whatton
It’s been a pretty productive offseason for Elizabeth Forward junior Chase Whatton.

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Peters Township’s Donovan McMillon knocks the ball loose in front of Woodland Hills’ Eshawn Carter on Friday, Sept. 6, 2019 at the Wolvarena.
Peters Township’s Donovan McMillon adds LSU offer
April 7, 2020
Donovan McMillon announced his top 15 schools late last month, narrowing a growing list of football scholarship offers.

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Plum’s Kennedie Montue (21) competes against West Allegheny Jan. 4, 2020 at Plum.
Plum’s Kennedie Montue named Valley News Dispatch Girls Basketball Player of the Year
April 5, 2020
Valley News Dispatch Girls Basketball Player of the Year

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Highlands’ Johnny Crise celebrates as time winds down in the WPIAL Class 4A championship game against Belle Vernon on Feb. 29, 2020, at Petersen Events Center.
Highlands’ Johnny Crise named Valley News Dispatch Boys Basketball Player of the Year
Valley News Dispatch Boys Basketball Player of the Year

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Mt. Lebanon’s Maddie Reisinger competes during the 2019 season.
Senior spotlight: All-American girls lacrosse player aims to give Mt. Lebanon shot at WPIAL title
April 4, 2020
Editor’s note: Each day, Trib HSSN will spotlight a WPIAL spring athlete whose senior year has been put on hold by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Franklin Regional’s Mason Spears wrestles Sam Hayes of Council Rock North in the 145 pound weight class in class AAA during the PIAA state wrestling tournament on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at the Giant Center in Hershey.
Franklin Regional wrestler Spears chooses Brown, will enroll in 2021
April 3, 2020
Mason Spears has aspirations of being a surgeon.

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Peters Township’s Corban Hondru sacks Gateway quarterback Bryson Venanzio during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Norwin High School.
Peters Township’s Corban Hondru commits to Miami (Ohio)
Corban Hondru will continue to wear the red and white at the college level.

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Burrell’s Tyler Stewart signed with the <a href="https://www.fairbanksicedogs.com/" target="_blank">Fairbanks Ice Dogs</a> on Wednesday.
Burrell hockey star Stewart headed to Alaska for next step in pro dream
April 2, 2020
Tyler Stewart is headed back to the world of junior hockey and continuing his path toward a professional career.

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The 2020 Mt. Lebanon boys lacrosse team features 13 senior players.
Mt. Lebanon boys lacrosse featured on ESPN’s ‘Senior Night’ segment
The Mt. Lebanon boys lacrosse team has yet to play an official game this spring but received recognition on national television Wednesday night.

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Scott Arnold was hired March 30, 2020, as the new Franklin Regional girls soccer coach.
Scott Arnold takes over Franklin Regional girls soccer program
April 1, 2020
Scott Arnold has spent parts of the past 20-plus years coaching various levels of club soccer.

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Central Catholic’s Gus Sunseri (2) plays against Seneca Valley on Aug. 30, 2019, in Jackson.
Big 33, East-West football all-star games still planned for Memorial Day weekend
The Big 33 Football Classic and East-West Game remain scheduled for Memorial Day weekend, according to Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association executive director Garry Cathell.

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Baldwin’s Dorien Ford earned a scholarship offer from Arizona on Tuesday.
Baldwin’s Dorien Ford draws Arizona offer
March 31, 2020
Baldwin’s Dorien Ford has scholarship offers from teams in the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12 and SEC.

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Upper St. Clair’s David Pantelis (11) stretches to attempt to catch a pass during their game against Penn-Trafford at West Mifflin High School on Friday, Nov. 8, 2019.
WPIAL’s leading wide receiver David Pantelis adds Power 5 offer
March 30, 2020
David Pantelis has put education at the forefront of his football recruiting process.

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Pine-Richland’s Luke Miller (7) makes a catch against North Allegheny during a WPIAL Class 6A semifinal game Nov. 8, 2019 at Pine-Richland.
Busy week of recruiting for Pine-Richland’s Luke Miller
March 27, 2020
Pine-Richland playmaker Luke Miller has seen quite and uptick in his recruiting this week.

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Seton LaSalle’s Emma Walsh (12) competes against South Park.
Buzzer-beater by Seton LaSalle’s Emma Walsh picked for Maxpreps’ Top 10
High school basketball fans can relive a special moment for Emma Walsh and the Seton LaSalle girls basketball team.

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Early-season track and field invitationals canceled
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PIAA extends postponement of spring sports, winter championships
March 23, 2020
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March 10, 2020
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Westmoreland swimmers, divers set for PIAA championships
March 1, 2020
After two days of championship swims and other top performances at Pitt’s Trees Pool, WPIAL individuals and relays are preparing for the PIAA Class AAA and AA meets March 11-14 at Bucknell.

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WPIAL basketball teams qualify for PIAA playoffs
February 29, 2020
With the WPIAL basketball championships complete, District 7 teams can turn their attention to the PIAA playoffs.

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Mt. Lebanon’s Jake Hoffman drives to the basket past Central Catholic’s Ben Sarson during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, at Robert Morris University.
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Five more WPIAL championship trophies will be awarded Saturday at Pitt’s Petersen Events Center as the district basketball finals conclude.

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February 28, 2020
Heather Gardner’s closest competitor called her “phenomenal.”

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Franklin Regional finishes strong at WPIAL Class AAA swim meet
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As Gateway’s Olivia Livingston stepped on the medals podium at Pitt’s Trees Pool on Friday morning, she also found her place in WPIAL history — right at the top.

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February 27, 2020
It will be a day of gold medals and golden basketball trophies.

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North Catholic’s Emma Pospisil drives past Freeport’s Melaina Dezort during their game Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, at Freeport Middle School.
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February 11, 2020
The North Catholic girls basketball team has grown accustomed to hoisting the WPIAL championship trophy.

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Butler’s Raine Gratzmiller drives to the basket against Pine-Richland’s Levi Wentz during their game Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, at Pine-Richland High School.
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It’s time for the postseason, and Trib HSSN has you covered as the WPIAL girls and boys basketball playoff pairings are announced Tuesday night.

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February 9, 2020
The TribLive High School Sports Network is recognizing some of the best and brightest student-athletes in Western Pennsylvania.

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Western Pa. football players headed to Division I, II programs
February 5, 2020
Here’s a look at where Western Pa. senior football players signed to play at the Division I and II levels, during the early-signing period in December and on Wednesday.

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January 6, 2020
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December 5, 2019
WPIAL girls basketball season will tip off next weekend.

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December 4, 2019
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Carlynton’s Jada Lee drives past Deer Lakes’ Reese Hasley and Cameron Simurda Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 at Deer Lakes’ High School.
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December 3, 2019
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December 2, 2019
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December 1, 2019
WPIAL girls basketball season will tip off next weekend.

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Bethel Park’s Olivia Westphal scores past Mt. Lebanon’s Nora Kogan during their game Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019, at Bethel Park High School.
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November 30, 2019
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November 22, 2019
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November 15, 2019
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November 14, 2019
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November 4, 2019
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November 1, 2019
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October 31, 2019
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Thomas Jefferson’s Daniel Deabner scores as West Mifflin’s Tyrell Ogletree pursues Friday, Oct. 25, 2019.
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October 28, 2019
Some of the winningest football programs in WPIAL history are favored to claim another title.

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October 25, 2019
Here’s a look at the teams that have qualified for the WPIAL football playoffs. The playoffs begin next Friday, and pairings will announced Monday night.

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Gateway’s Tui Faumuina-Brown charges into the end zone for a touchdown against Franklin Regional during WPIAL football on Friday night, Oct. 4, 2019 at Gateway Senior High School in Monroeville.
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October 24, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 9:

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Mt. Lebanon’s Patrick Anderson (left) and North Allegheny’s Daniel McGoey help each other from the finish line at the PIAA cross country championships Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Hershey. Anderson won, and McGoey was third.
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October 23, 2019
For the second straight year, hundreds of high school runners will gather at the Roadman Park Course at Cal (Pa.) on Thursday to compete in the WPIAL cross country championships.

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North Hills’ Curtis Foskey (24) looks for some running room against Fox Chapel August 30, 2019 at North Hills.
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October 17, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 8:

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Penn Hills’ Germar Howard carries the ball for the deciding touchdown of a game against Mars on Friday, Sept. 13, 2019, at Penn Hills.
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October 10, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 7:

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South Fayette’s Ryan McGuire(18) intercepts the ball intended for Upper St. Clair’s Mateo Cepullio (2) during their game on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019.
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October 3, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 6:

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Moon quarterback Dante Clay works out during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2019.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 5
September 26, 2019
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September 19, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 4:

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Upper St. Clair’s David Pantelis (11) catches a pass for a touchdown during their game against South Fayette on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019.
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September 12, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 3:

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South Fayetteճ Quarterback Naman Alemada (10) passes the ball during their game against Upper St. Clair on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019.
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September 5, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 2:

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North Allegheny running back Percise Colon takes a hand-off from quarterback Ben Petsche during practice Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2019, in McCandless.
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Brentwood junior quarterback John Milcic (14) competes against Carrick on Aug. 24, 2018, at Brentwood Stadium.
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August 29, 2019
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 1:

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Mt. Lebanon quarterback Evan Jones hands off to Sam Rolfsen during the first day of football camp Monday, Aug. 12, 2019, in Mt. Lebanon.
WPIAL high school football don’t-miss matchups for Week Zero
August 22, 2019
Here’s a look at some of the top matchups for Week Zero of high school football in Western Pennsylvania.

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Thomas Jefferson’s Dan Deabner takes part in practice Aug. 6, 2019, at Thomas Jefferson.
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Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week Zero:

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August 21, 2019
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August 20, 2019
Members of the Carmichaels football team took their lumps last season.

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Waynesburg Central senior running back/defensive back Caleb Shriver during a July 8, 2019 preseason practice at Waynesburg Central High School.
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August 18, 2019
The Waynesburg backfield will have some familiar faces in it this fall; they just might not be lined up in the same places.

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Members of the Butler competitive spirit squad celebrate a PIAA title at the state championship competition Jan., 12, 2019, in Hershey.
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July 10, 2019
It was a repeat performance for three teams at the WPIAL competitive spirit championships in January.

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Moon’s Donovan Johnson celebrates with teammates after defeating Archbishop Wood in the PIAA Class 5A boys state championship game Friday, Mar. 22, 2019, at Giant Center in Hershey.
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June 29, 2019
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June 22, 2019
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June 2, 2019
Dan Miller gathered his Warriors in right field at Wild Things Park moments after they watched Pine-Richland receive the WPIAL Class 6A championship trophy.

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Keystone Oaks’ Gia Woods scores again Burrell during quarterfinal Monday, May 20, 2019 at Hampton Community Park.
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May 29, 2019
Mother Nature wreaked havoc on the WPIAL softball and baseball championships Wednesday afternoon.

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May 28, 2019
WPIAL Class A softball championship

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Connellsville players crowd the pitchers mound in celebration of defeating Penn-Trafford 10-4 during WPIAL softball semifinals Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Seton Hill University.
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Serra Catholic’s Jayden Mertz (5) and Mark Black (9) return to the dugout following Black’s two-run home run to open the scoring in a win over Avonworth on May 20, 2019, at Boyce-Mayview Park.
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Freeport catcher Jarrett Heilman takes a late throw as Steel Valley’s Josh Fossick scores the go-ahead run during the fourth inning of their WPIAL Class 3A semifinal Wednesday, May 22, 2019, at Fox Chapel High School.
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May 27, 2019
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Shaler pitcher Hunter Boyan (10) competes against Gateway during a WPIAL 5A quarterfinal game May 21, 2019 at Fox Chapel.
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Franklin Regional’s Tommy Kegerreis celebrates as he scores during the third inning of a WPIAL Class 5A quarterfinal against South Fayette Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at West Mifflin High School.
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May 21, 2019
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May 9, 2019
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Thomas Jefferson’s Bella Bucy throws during the 2019 season.
WPIAL softball rankings for week of May 5, 2019
May 3, 2019
Here are this week’s Trib HSSN softball rankings:

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Plum’s Mackenzie Lake prepares to take some batting after a cancelled a game April 23, 2019.
WPIAL softball rankings for week of April 28, 2019
April 27, 2019
Here’s a look at this week’s Trib HSSN WPIAL softball rankings:

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Sewickley Academy’s Alexis Barlock winds up for a pitch against Bishop Canevin during their game April 15, 2019, at Sewickley Academy.
WPIAL softball rankings for week of April 21, 2019
April 20, 2019
Here are this week’s WPIAL softball rankings:

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Penn-Trafford pitcher Morgan Hilty celebrates after defeating Latrobe Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at Seton Hill University.
WPIAL softball rankings for week of April 14, 2019
April 13, 2019
Here’s a look at this week’s WPIAL softball rankings:

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Springdale’s Brianna Thompson scores past St. Joseph catcher Kelsey DuVall on a triple and throwing error during their game Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at Kotecki Memorial Park.
WPIAL softball rankings for week of April 7, 2019
April 6, 2019
Here’s a look at this week’s WPIAL softball rankings:

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North Allegheny’s Rachel Martindale rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam during the fifth inning against Hempfield Thursday, Mar. 28, 2019, at Hempfield Area High School.
WPIAL softball rankings for week of March 30, 2019
March 30, 2019
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Burrell’s Charlie Confer works out in the gym Wednesday, Mar. 6, 2019, at Burrell High School.
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March 23, 2019
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The West Greene softball team celebrates after defeating Williams Valley, 11-7, in the PIAA Class A championship game Thursday, June 14, 2018, at Penn State University.
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March 21, 2019
West Greene is coming off back-to-back WPIAL and PIAA titles and finds itself again as the favorite in Class A.

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Laurel varsity softball cheers on their team during the softball championship tripleheader at Seton Hill University on Wednesday, May 30. 2018. Laurel won 1-0.
WPIAL Class 2A softball preseason breakdown
March 20, 2019
Laurel edged Frazier, 1-0, in the WPIAL Class 2A softball title game a year ago to win its first championship.

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South Park’s Jessica Dean pitches against Southmoreland during the WPIAL softball championship tripleheader at Seton Hill University on Thursday, May 31, 2018. Southmoreland won 12-1.
WPIAL Class 3A softball preseason breakdown
March 19, 2019
History was made a year ago when Southmoreland captured the WPIAL Class 3A softball title for the first time.

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Mt. Pleasant head coach Chris Brunson hits balls for his team while at practice on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Mt. Pleasant High School.
WPIAL Class 4A softball preseason breakdown
March 18, 2019
The Belle Vernon softball team has found itself atop the WPIAL Class 4A ladder the past two seasons.

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Penn-Trafford head coach Denny Little talks to his team at the end of softball practice at Penn-Trafford High School on Friday, March 15, 2019.
WPIAL Class 5A softball preseason breakdown
March 17, 2019
West Allegheny captured the WPIAL Class 5A championship a year ago, but the Indians weren’t without challengers.

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Hempfield softball coach Bob Kalp works with his team in the gym Monday, Mar. 11, 2019, at Hempfield Area High School.
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March 16, 2019
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Laurel Highlands grad Kolesar hired as football coach at alma mater
February 21, 2019
The Laurel Highlands School Board stayed in house in hiring the district’s second high school football coach in as many seasons.

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WPIAL releases basketball playoff pairings
February 12, 2019
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Allderdice’s Bailey White (left) and Obama Academy’s Taylor Phillips fight for a loose ball during the City League championship game Feb. 18 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse.
Trib HSSN 2024-25 City League girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 28, 2024
Six girls basketball teams will again compete in the City League for the 2024-25 season — Allderdice, Brashear, Carrick, Obama Academy, Perry Traditional Academy and Westinghouse.

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Allderdice’s Lukas Stead looks to pass through pressure from Obama Academy’s Torrien Perkins during the City League championship game Feb. 18 at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse.
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Allderdice will again enter the 2024-25 City League boys basketball season as the favorite as the Dragons seek a fifth straight City championship.

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WPIAL Class A girls basketball has a little bit of everything this season.

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Quaker Valley’s Oumou Thiero works against Blackhawk’s Quinn Borroni on Jan. 12, 2023.
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November 26, 2024
A pair of teams will try to defend WPIAL championships this winter in Class 3A girls basketball.

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South Fayette’s Juliette Leroux scores against Armstrong during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Petersen Events Center.
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November 24, 2024
The WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball field got a little more interesting in the offseason.

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Pine-Richland’s Tanner Cunningham celebrates his second quarter touchdown with Roman Chiacco during the WPIAL Class 5A championship game against Peters Township on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Acrisure Stadium.
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November 23, 2024
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Avonworth’s Justin Beck celebrates a tackle for loss against Central Valley during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, at Acrisure Stadium.
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North Allegheny’s Alicia Mokube blocks the shot of North Catholic’s Sienna Cozza during the WPIAL Class 4A girls volleyball championship match Nov. 2.
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November 15, 2024
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Mars’ Gabi Weidemann scores past Beaver’s Kaylee Kisling during their PIAA Class 3A semifinal Tuesday.
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Springdale’s Briana Ross celebrates after setting up the Dynamos’ third goal during their PIAA Class A semifinal against Seton-LaSalle on Tuesday.
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November 14, 2024
Springdale girls soccer players began practice Thursday evening just as they had dozens of times before, laughing, chatting, stretching and warming up ahead of their workout.

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The Moon boys soccer team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Franklin Regional, 3-1, in the Class 3A final on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024, at Highmark Stadium.
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Beaver’s Kailyn Connelly blocks the shot of Hampton’s Anna Hensberger during the WPIAL Class 3A girls volleyball semifinal Wednesday at North Allegheny High School.
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November 1, 2024
Four champions will be crowned Saturday at the 2024 WPIAL girls volleyball championships at Peters Township’s AHN Arena.

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Avonworth’s Abdul Basit battles Deer Lakes’ Zane Spence for possession during their WPIAL Class 2A semifinal on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, at North Allegheny.
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October 23, 2024
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October 22, 2024
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October 16, 2024
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October 9, 2024
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October 2, 2024
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September 25, 2024
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September 18, 2024
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September 14, 2024
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September 11, 2024
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September 4, 2024
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September 2, 2024
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August 28, 2024
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August 26, 2024
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August 22, 2024
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August 21, 2024
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August 19, 2024
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August 18, 2024
Fort Cherry got a taste of a PIAA championship game atmosphere last fall. Now the Rangers want to return to Cumberland Valley and raise a state championship trophy.

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Jahmar Wright returns at safety for Highlands.
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August 15, 2024
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August 12, 2024
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May 27, 2024
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May 19, 2024
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May 18, 2024
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May 15, 2024
High school girls flag football took an important step toward becoming an official PIAA-sponsored sport Wednesday.

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May 14, 2024
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WPIAL baseball playoffs

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May 13, 2024
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May 11, 2024
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May 4, 2024
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April 27, 2024
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April 24, 2024
A pair of WPIAL boys basketball standouts were recognized as players of the year in Pennsylvania on Tuesday in a statewide vote of media members.

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April 20, 2024
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April 13, 2024
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Deer Lakes’ Tia Germanich is a senior on the 2024 softball team.
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April 6, 2024
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March 30, 2024
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March 23, 2024
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March 16, 2024
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March 15, 2024
Three WPIAL underclassman pitchers earned first-team all-state honors last season, and each returns for the 2024 season, hoping to lead her team to a championship.

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March 14, 2024
After winning the past two WPIAL Class 2A softball championships, Neshannock again enters the season as a favorite.

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer grabs a loose ball over Mercyhurst Prep’s Alex Manendo during PIAA Class A first round action Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Deer Lakes High School.
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March 13, 2024
Some of the top senior boys and girls basketball players from the A-K Valley and beyond will take part in the 27th annual Cager Classic, set for April 6, at Highlands High School.

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Deer Lakes’ Zachary Nacey works against Carrick goalie Reed Richardson during their PIHL Divsion 2 playoff game on Tuesday, March 6, 2024, at Ice Castle.
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Avonworth won a second consecutive WPIAL Class 3A title and a third in four years last spring, and the Lopes again have the look of a team worthy of hoisting a championship trophy.

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Elizabeth Forward celebrates with starting pitcher Shelby Telegdy after beating Belle Vernon in the PIAA Class 4A quarterfinals June 8, 2023, at Robert D. Kalp field at Hempfield Area High School.
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March 12, 2024
Competition was spirited in Class 4A softball last season, and several contenders again look to have rosters ready to battle for WPIAL and PIAA glory.

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PIAA basketball playoffs

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March 11, 2024
PIAA basketball playoffs

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Trinity captured its first WPIAL softball title last season by outslugging top-seeded Armstrong, 11-7. Shaler made a run through the PIAA tournament to finish as the state runner-up.

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Hempfield starting pitcher Riley Miller throws against Seneca Valley in the WPIAL Class 6A softball championship May 31, 2023, at Cal (Pa.)’s Lilley Field.
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March 10, 2024
Hempfield climbed back to the top of the pack in WPIAL Class 6A softball last season. The Spartans had won five straight championships in the highest classification from 2015-19 and added their eighth district crown last spring.

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March 9, 2024
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March 7, 2024
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Burrell’s Tucker Bitar drives to the basket past Deer Lakes’ Wayne Love Jr. and Nate Moore during the WPIAL Class 3A championship game on Friday, Mar. 1, 2024, at Petersen Events Center.
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March 3, 2024
It’s been nearly a month since Burrell’s boys basketball team played a home game.

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March 1, 2024
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North Catholic’s Brady Wehner looks to pass against Highlands on Dec. 14, 2023 at Highlands.
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Shady Side Academy’s Sydney Birchard drives between Burrell defenders on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, in Fox Chapel.
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February 29, 2024
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Knoch’s Teegan Finucan reacts to making a 3-pointer against Indiana on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Knoch High School.
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February 26, 2024
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsules for Feb. 26, 2024
February 25, 2024
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February 24, 2024
Fox Chapel, Gateway and Peters Township will host WPIAL semifinal doubleheaders Tuesday night.

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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers and Kiski Area’s Veronica Flanagan
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February 23, 2024
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Burrell’s Tucker Bitar scores past Seton LaSalle’s Keenu Brooks during WPIAL Class 3A first round action Monday, Feb. 19, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson High School.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsules for Feb. 22, 2024
February 21, 2024
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A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsule for Feb. 21, 2024
February 20, 2024
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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers (3) and Colby Sutch (32) attempt to corral a loose ball off an inbound pass on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, at Valley High School.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsules for Feb. 19, 2024
February 18, 2024
WPIAL basketball playoffs

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St. Joseph’s Isabella Thomas is a freshman gymnast during the 2023-24 season.
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February 17, 2024
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Highlands’ Troy Bielak scores past Shady Side Academy’s Landon Mauser during their game on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023, in Fox Chapel.
A-K Valley high school basketball playoff preview capsules for Feb. 16, 2024
February 15, 2024
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February 10, 2024
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Highlands’ Cameron Reigard is a senior on the 2023-24 basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Eliza Miller, Highlands’ Cameron Reigard
February 3, 2024
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Kiski Area’s Abbie Johns surpassed 1,000 career points in a game against Gateway on Jan. 26, 2024, at Kiski Area.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Abbie Johns, Freeport’s Brady Sullivan
January 27, 2024
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Cheswick Christian senior Grant Rochkind
A-K Valley athletes of the week: St. Joseph’s Julie Spinelli, Cheswick Christian’s Grant Rochkind
January 20, 2024
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January 13, 2024
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Knoch’s Adah Fuller is a member of the 2023-24 girls basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Valley’s Keyziyah Clay, Knoch’s Adah Fuller
January 6, 2024
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December 30, 2023
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December 29, 2023
Coach Art Walker and a group of decorated upperclassmen led North Allegheny to a second straight WPIAL Class 6A championship and a PIAA runner-up finish this fall.

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Peters Township quarterback Nolan Dilucia eludes Moon’s Tavis Lindsay on a long carry during their game on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023, at Peters.
3 quarterbacks among 10 WPIAL players selected to 2023 Class 5A all-state team
Nolan DiLucia’s first season as a starting quarterback was quite productive … and rewarding. The sophomore signal caller helped Peters Township win the WPIAL Class 5A title and finish as PIAA runner-up.

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Aliquippa’s Tikey Hayes celebrates with the state championship trophy after defeating Dallas in the PIAA Class 4A state final on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
PIAA champion Aliquippa well-represented on Class 4A all-state list, including player, coach of the year
Aliquippa completed its first undefeated season with a 60-14 victory over Dallas in the PIAA Class 4A championship game earlier this month.

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Belle Vernon head coach Matt Humbert celebrates with Quinton Martin during the PIAA Class 3A state championship game on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
Belle Vernon’s Quinton Martin, Matt Humbert earn state’s Class 3A player, coach of the year honors
December 28, 2023
Belle Vernon’s deja vu football season continued Thursday as the Leopards, who successfully defended their WPIAL and PIAA Class 3A titles, were again heavily recognized for postseason awards by the Pa. Football Writers.

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Westinghouse head coach Donta Green shakes hands with Southern Columbia coaches after the PIAA Class 2A state championship game on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
Donta Green again named state’s Class 2A coach of the year after guiding Westinghouse back to PIAA final
Donta Green has helped turn Westinghouse football into a dominant force in Pittsburgh’s City League and beyond.

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Fort Cherry quarterback Matt Sieg carries past Steelton-Highspire’s James Evans III during the PIAA Class A state championship game on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at Cumberland Valley.
Fort Cherry pair among 4 WPIAL players picked to Class A all-state football team
Matt Sieg accounted for more than 4,000 yards of offense this season in leading the Fort Cherry football to its first WPIAL championship and a runner-up finish in the PIAA Class A playoffs.

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Springdale’s John Hughes is a member of the 2023-24 boys basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Burrell’s Anna Clark, Springdale’s John Hughes
December 23, 2023
Anna Clark

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer is a member of the 2023-24 basketball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Leechburg’s Adalyn Zanotto, Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer
December 16, 2023
Adalyn Zanotto

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Union’s Kylie Fruehstorfer (4) celebrates with Kelly Cleaver after defeating Lourdes in the PIAA Class A state championship game on Friday, March 24, 2023 at Giant Center in Hershey.
Trib HSSN 2023-24 WPIAL Class A girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 30, 2023
Union enjoyed the best girls basketball season in program history a year ago, winning WPIAL and PIAA Class A championships and building a record of 23-6.

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Avonworth’s Rebecca Goetz (22) celebrates with Greta O’Brien as time winds down in the WPIAL Class 3A championship game against Laurel on Friday, March 3, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
Trib HSSN 2023-24 WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 28, 2023
Avonworth won its seventh WPIAL girls basketball championship last winter and first since 2005.

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McKeesport’s Rachael Manfredo scores over Penn-Trafford’s Lilly Palladino (left) and Lauren Marton during PIAA Class 5A girls quarterfinal action March 15, 2023, at Norwin High School.
Trib HSSN 2023-24 WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball preseason breakdown
November 26, 2023
South Fayette claimed a second straight WPIAL Class 5A girls basketball title last winter behind Trib HSSN player of the year Maddie Webber and a relentless defense.

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The Aliquippa football team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating McKeesport in the Class 4A final on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 4A final by the numbers: Aliquippa 35, McKeesport 21
November 24, 2023
Aliquippa 35, McKeesport 21

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The Belle Vernon football team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Avonworth in the Class 3A final Friday at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 3A final by the numbers: Belle Vernon 26, Avonworth 0
Short wait for No. 3

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Beaver Falls’ Da’sean Anderson hoists the WPIAL championship trophy with teammates after defeating Steel Valley in the Class 2A final Friday at Acrisure Stadium.
WPIAL Class 2A final by the numbers: Beaver Falls 14, Steel Valley 12
Beaver Falls 14, Steel Valley 12

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Fort Cherry head coach Tanner Garry hoists the the WPIAL championship trophy with his his team after defeating South Side in the Class A final on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023, at Acrisure Stadium
WPIAL Class A final by the numbers: Fort Cherry 42, South Side 28
Fort Cherry 42, South Side 28

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North Allegheny celebrates after beating Canon-McMillan during the WPIAL Class 4A girls volleyball championship Nov. 4 at Peters Township.
2023 PIAA Class 4A girls volleyball championship preview: Unionville vs. North Allegheny
November 17, 2023
PIAA Class 4A girls volleyball championship

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The Moon Lady Tigers celebrate after defeating Mars, 1-0, in their PIAA Class 3A state semifinal on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023, at North Allegheny.
2023 PIAA Class 3A girls soccer championship preview: Abington Heights vs. Moon
PIAA Class 3A girls soccer championship

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Bentworth’s Zackary Pysh (14) battles Charleroi’s Bryce Large for a header during the WPIAL Class A championship game Nov. 3 at Highmark Stadium.
2023 PIAA Class A boys soccer championship preview: Delco Christian vs. Charleroi
PIAA Class A boys soccer championship

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Quaker Valley’s Matteo Castellini battles South Park’s Jack Ozimek for a header during the WPIAL Class 2A championship game on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Highmark Stadium.
2023 PIAA Class 2A boys soccer championship preview: Camp Hill vs. Quaker Valley
November 16, 2023
PIAA Class 2A boys soccer championship

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Avonworth’s Fiona Mahan battles Shady Side Academy’s Lucille McCargo for a header during their PIAA Class 2A state semifinal on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023, at North Allegheny.
2023 PIAA Class 2A girls soccer championship preview: Central Columbia vs. Avonworth
PIAA Class 2A girls soccer championship

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Fox Chapel’s Kate Friday heads the ball against North Allegheny during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Highmark Stadium.
A-K Valley PIAA soccer playoff capsules: Games for Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023
November 6, 2023
PIAA soccer playoffs

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Fox Chapel’s Kate Friday is a senior on the 2023 girls soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Fox Chapel’s Kate Friday, Burrell’s Ryan Croushore
November 4, 2023
Kate Friday

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South Fayette’s Mia Deramo celebrates her goal against Moon on Oct. 9 at South Fayette.
WPIAL Class 3A girls soccer championship breakdown: South Fayette vs. Moon
November 3, 2023
WPIAL Class 3A girls soccer championship

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South Fayette’s Cole Johnson (left) celebrates with Luke Gillen after the Lions scored against Montour during their WPIAL Class 3A semifinal Monday at North Allegheny.
WPIAL Class 3A boys soccer championship breakdown: South Fayette vs. Hampton
WPIAL Class 3A boys soccer championship

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Avonworth’s Fiona Mahan battles North Catholic’s Caroline Rivetti in front of the net Sept. 25 at JC Stone Field in North Park.
WPIAL Class 2A girls soccer championship breakdown: Avonworth vs. Shady Side Academy
WPIAL Class 2A girls soccer championship

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Bentworth’s Ryan Moessner possesses the ball against Burrell in the WPIAL Class A semifinals Monday, Oct. 30, 2023.
WPIAL Class A boys soccer championship breakdown: Charleroi vs. Bentworth
November 2, 2023
WPIAL Class A boys soccer championship

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Leechburg’s Jayden Floyd stiff-arms Clairton’s Jaece Booker on Sept. 22.
A-K Valley high school football playoff matchups for 2023 Week 10
November 1, 2023
Class 4A first round

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Quaker Valley’s Nick Allan celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick against Avonworth on Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, in Ohio Twp.
WPIAL Class 2A boys soccer championship breakdown: South Park vs. Quaker Valley
WPIAL Class 2A boys soccer championship

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Springdale’s Ariana Feizi and Brooke Taliani celebrate with Haile Marchlewski after Marchlewski’s goal against Freedom during the WPIAL Class A girls soccer semifinals Tuesday, at North Allegheny High School.
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsules: Games for Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023
WPIAL soccer playoffs

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North Allegheny’s Abigail Stager works past Fox Chapel’s Bella Urso during their game on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
WPIAL Class 4A girls soccer championship breakdown: North Allegheny vs. Fox Chapel
1-North Allegheny (20-0-0) vs. 6-Fox Chapel (12-4-2)

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Burrell’s Luke Postupack chases down a loose ball as Bentworth’s Ryan Colbert looks on in the WPIAL Class A semifinals Monday, Oct. 30, 2023.
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsule: Game for Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023
October 31, 2023
Boys

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Burrell’s Taber Driscoll is a senior on the 2023 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Alaina Whitlinger, Burrell’s Taber Driscoll
October 28, 2023
Alaina Whitlinger

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Burrell players celebrate an interception during a game against Derry on Friday.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 9
October 25, 2023
Class 5A Northeast Conference

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Burrell’s Luke Guerrini clears the ball against Winchester Thurston Sept. 19, 2023, at No Off-Season.
A-K Valley WPIAL soccer playoff capsules for Wednesday, Oct. 25
October 24, 2023
WPIAL boys soccer playoffs

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Freeport’s Angelo Porco is a junior on the 2023 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Angelo Porco, Deer Lakes’ Claire Cacurak
October 21, 2023
Claire Cacurak

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Springdale’s John Duku celebrates with Billy Lawrence after scoring against Riverview on Sept. 21.
A-K Valley high school soccer playoff matchups for Saturday, Oct. 21
October 20, 2023
Boys

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Plum’s Darian Nelson runs onto the field before playing Penn-Trafford last Friday.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 8
October 18, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Kiski Area’s Sammy Plazio won the WCCA title for the second straight season on Oct. 11, 2023, at Westmoreland County Community College.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Springdale’s Briana Ross, Kiski Area’s Sammy Plazio
October 14, 2023
Briana Ross

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Valley’s Charles Perkins (center) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown against Deer Lakes on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 7
October 11, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Plum’s Tristan Ralph is a senior on the 2023 soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Tristan Ralph, Riverview’s Lola Abraham
October 7, 2023
Lola Abraham

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Riverview’s Carlo Buzzatto hurdles over Jeannette players last Friday.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 6
October 4, 2023
Class 5A Northeast Conference

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Plum’s Ava Weleski is a Robert Morris commit.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Knoch’s Mason Nebel, Plum’s Ava Weleski
September 30, 2023
Ava Weleski

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Leechburg’s Jayden Floyd makes one-handed diving interception on a ball intended for Clairton’s Taris Wooding in the second quarter Friday at Leechburg High School.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 5
September 27, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Riverview boys soccer coach Mickey Namey celebrates his 100th career win with members of the Raiders on Sept. 26, 2023, at Riverside Park.
A-K Valley boys soccer notebook: Riverview coach reaches milestone
Riverview boys soccer coach Mickey Namey earned the 100th victory of his career Tuesday when the Raiders beat St. Joseph, 2-1, at Riverside Park.

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Freeport’s Lillie Snow chips onto the green on Hole 4 during a match against Knoch on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at Butler Country Club.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Lillie Snow, Plum’s Wes Lorish
September 23, 2023
Lillie Snow

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Highlands’ Menage Lucas stiff-arms North Catholic’s Gavin Kamody on Friday, at J.C. Stone Field.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 4
September 20, 2023
Class 5A Big East Conference

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Apollo-Ridge’s Karter Schrock (8) runs against Deer Lakes in the first half last Friday at Apollo-Ridge’s Owens Field.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 3
September 13, 2023
Class 5A

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Springdale’s Molly Hurley is a member of the 2023 girls soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Springdale’s Molly Hurley, Burrell’s Jayson Ireland
September 9, 2023
Molly Hurley

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Deer Lakes’ Wayne Love gets past Burrell’s Stephen Hasson for a first-quarter touchdown Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at Lancers Stadium.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 2
September 6, 2023
Nonconference

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Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers is a member of the 2023 boys soccer team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Camryn Woods, Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers
September 2, 2023
Camryn Woods

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Kiski Area quarterback Carson Heinle throws against Plum last Friday.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week 1
August 30, 2023
Friday

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New coach hopes to bring about change at Carrick
August 25, 2023
There’s a theme of change surrounding the Carrick football program.

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Freeport’s Madden Winsewski (left) and Apollo-Ridge’s Karter Schrock will start their respective seasons this week.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2023 Week Zero
August 23, 2023
Nonconference

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Summit Academy will again play home games at Steve Sherer Field during the 2023 season.
Summit Academy eyes improvement in Big 7 Conference
August 21, 2023
Summit Academy’s football team took its share of lumps last season, but there were plenty of learning moments for the players and coaches.

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Union coach Kim Niedbala celebrates with his team after upsetting Bishop Canevin in the WPIAL championship.
2023 WPIAL Class A football breakdown: Strength of Big 7 Conference on display
August 20, 2023
It’s popular coachspeak to say that a meat-grinder conference schedule prepares teams for the postseason.

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Freedom running back Tyler Welsh takes a hand-off during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, in Freedom.
New coach hopes to guide Freedom to success
August 18, 2023
It was mid-March when Ron Balog took the reins of the Freedom football team. It’s been full-speed ahead since.

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Ellwood City’s Elijah Palmer-McCane carries during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, in Ellwood City.
Ellwood City ready to take next step in program turnaround
Ellwood City got rid of a losing stigma last season, and now the Wolverines are aiming to take the next step in the program’s turnaround.

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Highlands quarterback Aaran Randolph throws a pass during a 7-on-7 competition July 18, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
Highlands’ Aaran Randolph likely to grab more headlines this fall
August 17, 2023
Aaran Randolph had quite an introduction to A-K Valley football fans.

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Freeport’s Brady Paga cools down during practice Friday, Aug. 11, 2023.
Freeport linemen hoping to pave the way toward Allegheny 6 title defense
August 16, 2023
It’s unlikely Isaac “Ickey” Woods will score a touchdown this season.

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Freeport’s Justin Jack (right) alludes Apollo-Ridge’s Hayden Johns (left) during a 7-on-7 competition July 18, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
Young Freeport looks to outslug opponents in defense of conference title
August 15, 2023
Freeport doesn’t have the largest linemen in Class 3A.

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Highlands’ Jordan Tavarez (right) battles against Fox Chapel during a 7-on-7 competition July 18, 2023, at Fox Chapel.
Highlands hunting playoff success
August 12, 2023
Luke Bombalski had a simple response when asked about goals for the Highlands football team this season.

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Peters Township’s Ethan Wertman catches a pass on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, in Peters.
Experienced Peters Township ready to challenge for Allegheny Six title
August 8, 2023
There’s one giant benefit when a high school football team has a small senior class — experience for the underclassmen.

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Neshannock pitcher Addy Frye was the 2022 state Class 2A pitcher of the year.
2023 WPIAL Class 2A softball championship preview: Neshannock vs. Laurel
May 31, 2023
WPIAL Class 2A softball championship

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Armstrong’s Jessie Pugh watches her double against Latrobe on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, in Kittanning.
2023 WPIAL Class 5A softball championship preview: Armstrong vs. Trinity
WPIAL Class 5A softball championship

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Mt. Lebanon’s Jacob Tinnemeyer talks with pitcher Matthew Delvaux on the mound during their WPIAL Class 6A semifinal against Pine-Richland on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at North Allegheny.
2023 WPIAL Class 6A baseball championship preview: Mt. Lebanon vs. North Allegheny
May 30, 2023
WPIAL Class 6A baseball championship

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Catcher Nathan Rynd and the Neshannock Lancers are 18-4 this season.
2023 WPIAL Class 3A baseball championship preview: Riverside vs. Neshannock
WPIAL Class 3A baseball championship

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Aidan Lowden and the California baseball team advanced to the 2023 WPIAL Class A baseball championship.
2023 WPIAL Class A baseball championship preview: California vs. Bishop Canevin
WPIAL Class A baseball championship

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Union starting pitcher Mia Preuhs is 9-3 with a 2.87 ERA and 101 strikeouts this season.
2023 WPIAL Class A softball championship preview: Union vs. Carmichaels
WPIAL Class A softball championship

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Shaler’s Max Saban steals second base past Plum’s Logan Kemmerer during their WPIAL Class 5A semifinal on Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at North Allegheny.
2023 WPIAL Class 5A baseball championship preview: Shaler vs. Bethel Park
May 29, 2023
WPIAL Class 5A baseball championship

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Serra Catholic’s Zach Karp pitches against Greensburg Central Catholic on Thursday, May 4, 2023.
2023 WPIAL Class 2A baseball championship preview: Serra Catholic vs. Seton LaSalle
WPIAL Class 2A baseball championship

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Freeport pitcher Matthew Corfield throws against South Allegheny during their WPIAL Class 3A playoff game on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Plum High School.
A-K Valley WPIAL baseball playoff capsules: Games for Monday, May 22, 2023
May 21, 2023
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Kiski Area’s Eliza Miller is a member of the 2022-23 swim team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Eliza Miller, Freeport’s Isaac Wetzel
May 20, 2023
Eliza Miller

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Kiski Area’s Bella Devito works against Burrell’s Niko Ferra at 139 pounds during their match on Dec. 14, 2022, at Kiski Area High School.
PIAA will sponsor high school girls wrestling after unanimous approval
May 17, 2023
Advocates for high school girls wrestling in Pennsylvania had their collective arms raised Wednesday.

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Valley pitcher Jacob Staraniec throws against Burrell during their WPIAL Class 3A playoff game on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Highlands High School.
A-K Valley WPIAL baseball playoff capsules: Games for Thursday, May 18, 2023
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Fox Chapel pitcher Jeremy Haigh has a 6-1 record with a 1.02 ERA and 41 strikeouts in 48 innings.
A-K Valley WPIAL baseball playoff capsules: Games for Wednesday, May 17, 2023
May 16, 2023
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Valley pitcher Jake Staraniec delivers against Highlands on Thursday, April 6, 2023, in Harrison. Valley won, 13-6.
A-K Valley WPIAL baseball playoff capsule: Games for Tuesday, May 16, 2023
May 15, 2023
WPIAL baseball playoffs

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Leechburg’s Braiden Turiak is a member of the 2023 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Leechburg’s Braiden Turiak, Plum’s Rayla Smith
May 13, 2023
Rayla Smith

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Valley’s Niko Heakins is a member of the 2023 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Valley’s Niko Heakins, Plum’s Taylor Lorish
May 6, 2023
Taylor Lorish

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Burrell’s Katie Armstrong is a senior on the 2023 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Burrell’s Katie Armstrong, Leechburg’s Owen McDermott
April 29, 2023
Katie Armstrong

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Burrell’s Kadi Bauer is a member of the 2023 track and field team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Michael Hanz, Burrell’s Kadi Bauer
April 22, 2023
Kadi Bauer

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Central goaltender Braidee Blackburn makes a save on East’s Cora Williams during the PIHL Girls Division Championship Saturday, June 11, 2022, at UPMC Lemieux Sports Complex
PIHL girls hockey season begins 2nd season
April 18, 2023
The PIHL’s second season sponsoring a girls division begins Tuesday night.

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Freeport’s Sydney Selker is a member of the 2023 softball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Sydney Selker, Kiski Area’s Dom DiNinno
April 15, 2023
Sydney Selker

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Freeport’s Reese Skiba is a member of the 2023 track and field team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Reese Skiba, Dustin Rape
April 8, 2023
Reese Skiba

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Burrell’s Kwade Kirchartz is a member of the 2023 baseball team.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Kiski Area’s Hannah Hill, Burrell’s Kwade Kirchartz
April 1, 2023
Hannah Hill

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Blackhawk’s Alena Fusetti drives past North Catholic’s Dacia Lewandowski during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at Petersen Events Center.
PIAA Class 4A girls basketball championship breakdown: Lansdale Catholic vs. Blackhawk
March 24, 2023
PIAA Class 4A girls basketball championship

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Deer Lakes’ Billy Schaeffer shoots a 3-pointer against Penn Cambria during the fourth quarter of their PIAA Class 3A state semifinal on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Hempfield.
PIAA Class 3A boys basketball championship breakdown: West Catholic vs. Deer Lakes
PIAA Class 3A boys basketball championship

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Executive Education’s Moustapha Sanoh attempts to defend the basket as West Catholic’s Adam Clark scores during the PIAA Class 3A boys basketball quarterfinals March 18, 2023.
Like Deer Lakes, West Catholic taking aim at 1st PIAA boys basketball title
Coach Miguel Bocachica says he’s just a guy who opens the gym at West Catholic Preparatory High School.

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Union’s Kylie Fruehstorfer celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer against Berlin during their PIAA Class A state semifinal on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at Hempfield.
PIAA Class A girls basketball championship breakdown: Our Lady of Lourdes Regional vs. Union
March 23, 2023
PIAA Class A girls basketball championship

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Deer Lakes’ Nate Litrun works against Penn Cambria’s Vinny Chirdon during their PIAA Class 3A semifinal Tuesday at Hempfield.
Deer Lakes joins select group of A-K Valley basketball teams to reach PIAA finals
March 22, 2023
Chants of “We want chocolate” were music to the ears of the Deer Lakes boys basketball players Tuesday as they finished off a 61-56 victory over Penn Cambria in the PIAA Class 3A semifinals.

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Kiski Area’s Parker Sterlitz
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Freeport’s Kira Schrecongost, Kiski Area’s Parker Sterlitz
March 18, 2023
Kira Schrecongost

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