Author: Kevin Lohman
Defense, special teams carries Mt. Lebanon past NA, into 1st WPIAL title game since 2000
November 12, 2021
For the first time since 2000, Mt. Lebanon is headed to the WPIAL championship.
Pine-Richland softball focused on adding punch at the plate
March 23, 2020
Pine-Richland softball coach Gary Shepard has always emphasized pitching and defense as the core tenets of his philosophy for winning games on the diamond.
Pine-Richland baseball program has no plans to lower bar
March 13, 2020
The defending WPIAL Class 6A champion Pine-Richland baseball team is entering the season fully aware of how others may perceive them.
Pine-Richland’s Vacula earns trip to PIAA swimming championships
March 6, 2020
At the WPIAL Class AAA swimming championships Feb. 27-28 at Pitt’s Trees Pool, Trent Vacula turned in the best 200-yard individual medley time in Pine-Richland history.
Pine-Richland’s Spencer brothers each win wrestling championships
Pine-Richland’s Cole Spencer snared his first WPIAL wrestling title Feb. 29 at Canon-McMillan High School, earning his status as a champion after edging Kiski Area’s Sammy Starr, 2-1.
Pine-Richland competitive spirit takes 9th at nationals
February 28, 2020
The Pine-Richland competitive spirit team recently brought its strong 2019-20 campaign to a close, finishing its season with a ninth-place finish in the small varsity division at the 2020 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championships on Feb. 7-9 in Orlando, Fla.
Pine-Richland boys take positives from season after frustrating playoff loss
The Pine-Richland boys basketball team’s season was brought to a halt Feb. 22 as it was toppled by Upper St. Clair, 62-59, in the quarterfinal round of the WPIAL Class 6A playoffs.
Ethan Morton, No. 1 Butler outlast Peters Township in double-overtime barnburner
February 22, 2020
It took four quarters, two overtimes and 32 points and a buzzer beater from Ethan Morton for No. 1 Butler to finally escape a tough No. 9 Peters Township (14-10) team, but escape they did in a 78-76 victory in the quarterfinals of the WPIAL Class 6A boys basketball playoffs.
Alexander, Pine-Richland shine at WPIAL gymnastics championships
February 21, 2020
The Pine-Richland gymnastics team capitalized on strong group-wide performances in the both the vault and beam events to finish in fourth place overall at the WPIAL gymnastics championships Feb. 15 at Moon.
Aquinas Academy fencers improving ahead of postseason push
With just a couple of matches left in the regular season, the Aquinas Academy fencing teams still are jostling for at-large qualifying bids for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Fencing Association league postseason championship tournament.
North Hills swimmers prepare for WPIAL meet
February 13, 2020
North Hills will be sending 13 swimmers to compete at the WPIAL Class AAA championships Feb. 27-28 at Pitt’s Trees Pool.
Pine-Richland swimmers ready for WPIAL meet
February 7, 2020
With only a couple of meets left to before the WPIAL Class AAA swimming championships, Pine-Richland is solidifying its list of athletes who have earned qualifying times for their respective events. And this season, coach Pete Barry is optimistic about the prospect of his swimmers bringing home medals.
Pine-Richland boys secure big win heading into playoffs
Heading down the home stretch of the regular season, the Pine-Richland boys basketball team had a WPIAL Class 6A playoff spot locked up. Still, the Rams did not lack for motivation as they entered their Section 1-6A finale at Central Catholic.
North Hills hockey making postseason push
February 6, 2020
For the better part of the last month, the North Hills hockey team has been in a hard-pressed situation as it strives to qualify for the PIHL Class A Penguins Cup playoffs.
Hard work pays off for Pine-Richland wrestling team
January 31, 2020
January was a good month for the Pine-Richland wrestling team. It might have been the best month the program has experienced in the past decade.
Led by champ Sam Hillegas, North Hills wrestlers have strong showing at county tournament
January 23, 2020
In terms of both the individual performances of its grapplers and its success as a collective group, the North Hills wrestling team made sure it got its money’s worth out of the fiercely competitive Allegheny County wrestling tournament.
Pine-Richland girls basketball pushing through adversity
January 18, 2020
There’s good luck. There’s bad luck. And then there’s the luck the Pine-Richland girls basketball team has had to suffer through during its 2019-20 season.
Freshman Vinnie Cugini leads potent offense for Aquinas boys basketball
On Jan. 7, the Aquinas Academy boys basketball team won the first WPIAL section game in school history, besting Section 3-A foe St. Joseph, 76-73.
Pine-Richland competitive cheer takes 1st at WPIAL spirit championships
January 12, 2020
In the run-up to the 2019 WPIAL competitive spirit championships, several members of Pine-Richland’s team were stricken with the flu, causing practice time to be limited as the bug spread between a number of teammates.
Experience, versatility key for Pine-Richland diving team
The Pine-Richland diving team might not boast the deepest roster in WPIAL Class AAA, but while in some cases there is strength in numbers, the Rams are counting on deriving their strength from their adaptability and cohesion.
North Hills swimming teams enjoying improvement this season
January 2, 2020
While they’re only a handful of meets into their season, the North Hills boys and girls swimming teams are seeing measureable gains in their performances.
Aquinas Academy fencing finds strength in numbers
December 27, 2019
The Aquinas Academy fencing program is continuing to grow, with this season’s squad counting 20 fencers, 12 of whom are primed to compete as high schoolers in Pittsburgh Interscholastic Fencing Association play.
Step up in class doesn’t rattle Pine-Richland hockey team
December 20, 2019
With the first 10 games of the season behind them, the Pine-Richland hockey team has seemingly had very little difficulty in adjusting to PIHL Class AAA competition after winning Class AA division and state titles last year.
Pine-Richland fencing team begins rebuilding process
The 2019-20 school year marks the beginning of a new era for the Pine-Richland fencing program, as coach Brad Cellier is leading the boys and the girls teams through a rebuilding process.
Pine-Richland girls eager to climb section ladder
November 30, 2019
The Pine-Richland girls basketball team is in the midst of a rebuilding phase and sports a roster that has youth and inexperience aplenty.
Pine-Richland boys reloaded, ready to run
Last season, a high-scoring, guard-heavy offensive attack powered the Pine-Richland boys basketball team to a WPIAL Class 6A semifinal appearance and a PIAA playoff bid.
Turnovers in WPIAL final put anticlimactic end to strong season for Pine-Richland
November 23, 2019
While the dust has settled from its 10-7 loss to Central Catholic in the WPIAL Class 6A championship game, the sting of losing such a closely contested, high-stakes matchup against a rival remains for the Pine-Richland football team.
Pine-Richland field hockey places 7 on WPIAL All-Star teams
November 15, 2019
Collectively, the Pine-Richland field hockey team earned a number of significant achievements this season. The Rams went undefeated in WPIAL play, won the program’s second WPIAL championship by defeating Peters Township, 2-0, in the Class AAA title game and qualified for the PIAA championship tournament.
North Hills wins slow pitch softball title
November 14, 2019
The North Hills girls slow pitch softball team hoisted its first Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Softball League title after defeating Plum, 12-8, in the championship game at Tillbrook Field in Irwin last month.
Sto-Rox pulls away in second half, ends run for West Greene, Jackson
November 8, 2019
Behind a strong defensive performance and a streaky-but-sharp-enough offense spearheaded by quarterback Eric Wilson, No. 3 Sto-Rox knocked off No. West Greene, 24-7, on Friday night at Trinity’s Hiller Field in the WPIAL Class A semifinals to punch its first ticket to its classification’s championship game since 2012.
Pine-Richland girls, boys cross country teams finish strong season
November 1, 2019
The Pine-Richland cross country teams wrapped up their team season with a number of landmark performances at the WPIAL Class AAA cross country championships last week at Cal (Pa.) The girls team took fourth, and the boys team finished 14th.
Pine-Richland field hockey team seeks elusive state title
The Pine-Richland field hockey team won the WPIAL Class AAA championship again after toppling reigning champ Peters Township, 2-0, on Oct. 28 at Fox Chapel. It was the program’s second title in the past three seasons.
Bethel Park turns back 2-point conversion to hold off Upper St. Clair
October 25, 2019
Bethel Park limited Upper St. Clair’s potent offense for the better part of their WPIAL Class 5A Allegheny 8 Conference showdown Friday, so it was only fitting the Black Hawks edged the Panthers, 14-13, after stopping a late 2-point conversion attempt.
Pine-Richland’s Donnie Professori caps successful season with state medal
Last year, Pine-Richland boys golfer Donnie Professori fell just short of participating in the PIAA Class AAA boys golf tournament as his 15th-place finish at the WPIAL title event allowed him to qualify only as an alternate.
Davis’ 5 TDs power Gateway to win over Connellsville
October 18, 2019
Behind an efficient, high-powered offense that produced five touchdowns in the first half, the Gateway football team coasted to a 48-7 final against Big East Conference foe Connellsville on Friday night at Antimarino Stadium.
Pine-Richland girls soccer rewarded for scrappy effort with playoff berth
For a number of weeks now, the Pine-Richland girls soccer team has found itself in an unfamiliar position.
North Hills volleyball focuses on season’s achievements
October 17, 2019
A WPIAL Class AAAA playoff berth was not in the cards this year for the North Hills girls volleyball team. However, that does not mean the season was a disappointment for the Indians.
Leechburg ends three-season losing skid against Imani Christian
October 11, 2019
Prior to Friday night’s game at Veterans Memorial Stadium, there wasn’t a player on the Leechburg football team who had experienced a victory against Imani Christian. Now, every Blue Devil knows how it feels.
Architect of Pine-Richland field hockey program hits 100-win milestone
Pine-Richland field hockey coach Donna Stephenson reached a major milestone in her coaching career, earning her 100th career victory with her team’s 3-0 win over Norwin on Oct. 3.
Defending PIHL champion Pine-Richland makes jump in classification
The Pine-Richland hockey team enjoyed a year that was as close to a storybook season as a team could have.
North Hills football learns from losses, eyes another win streak
October 9, 2019
After scoring 34 or more points in each of its first four games, North Hills has dropped three straight.
Moon’s defense dominates, hands Peters Township 1st loss
October 4, 2019
Entering its WPIAL Class 5A Allegheny 8 Conference contest against Moon, No. 2 Peters Township hadn’t trailed this season.
Pine-Richland soccer focused on program-building process
The Pine-Richland boys soccer team has seen its fair share of ups and downs in head coach Jordan Wiegand’s first season leading the program.
Revamped roster aims to keep North Hills hockey on the rise
October 3, 2019
The North Hills hockey team was one of the most surprising success stories in PIHL Class A last season as it racked up a regular season record of 13-5 and advanced to the second round of the playoffs under the tutelage of first-year head coach Kevin Pawlos.
North Allegheny takes care of business vs. Seneca Valley
September 27, 2019
North Allegheny coach Art Walker didn’t want to call his No. 2 Tigers’ 40-7 victory over No. 5 Seneca Valley a statement game.
Pine-Richland girls doubles team qualifies for WPIAL tournament
While Pine-Richland’s top girls tennis doubles pairing of Ellie Stokes and Meghan Wilson weren’t able to win in their Section 2-AAA consolation match at North Allegheny last Thursday, the duo clinched a berth in the WPIAL Class AAA doubles championship.
Pine-Richland boys golfers qualify for WPIAL individual finals
Pine-Richland golfer Donnie Professori is heading back to the WPIAL Class AAA individual final after shooting 73 to win the WPIAL Class AAA qualifier this past Monday at Hannastown Golf Club.
North Hills soccer at crossroads in playoff chase
September 26, 2019
With a little more than half of its season in the books, the North Hills boys soccer team is positioning itself for a late-season battle for one of the final WPIAL playoff spots in Section 1-AAA.
Rebuilding girls golf team making progress at Pine-Richland
September 20, 2019
In many ways, the Pine-Richland girls golf team is at the beginning of a new era.
Pine-Richland cross country teams picking up the pace
After finishing fifth out of 26 teams at the 17th annual Red, White &Blue Classic at the Schenley Oval, the Pine-Richland girls cross country team is trending upward as it continues to make its way through its 2019 schedule.
North Hills runners showing pack mentality
With their meet season heating up, the North Hills cross country teams are showing some solid signs of progress under first-year coach Shannon Metzler.
Jeannette gives coach Roy Hall his 100th career win in rout of Avella
September 13, 2019
Before the first quarter was over, Jeannette’s Roy Hall had a pretty good idea he was about to record the 100th victory of his coaching career Friday night.
First-year coach has reloaded Pine-Richland volleyball team humming
First-year Pine-Richland volleyball coach Hanna Ayhan already has a firm grasp on the level of talent that this season’s squad possesses, and she has a clear vision of what the team is capable of.
Pine-Richland field hockey racking up big wins
The Pine-Richland field hockey team is only a handful of games deep into its 2019 season but has still managed to topple some of the toughest programs that Western Pennsylvania has to offer.
North Hills finding different ways to win
September 12, 2019
The North Hills football team is off to a hot start with a 3-0 overall record and a 2-0 mark in WPIAL Class 5A Northern Conference play.
Roster turnover can’t slow Pine-Richland golf
September 6, 2019
The Pine-Richland boys golf team is in the rare position of replacing seven seniors who graduated from its 2018 team.
North Hills volleyball looks to build with experienced roster
September 5, 2019
While the WPIAL volleyball season has yet to hit full swing, North Hills is showing signs of promise as the girls team looks to rebound after suffering through a few challenging seasons.
North Hills boys soccer strives to complete turnaround
August 29, 2019
From the start of the 2017 season to the early stages of the ‘18 season, the North Hills boys soccer team went 2-21-1.
Knoch blanks Hampton in season opener
August 23, 2019
Entering their WPIAL Week Zero nonconferene matchup, the 52nd edition of the Knoch versus Hampton rivalry, the all-time series was tied at 25-25-1.
Donnelly, potent scoring attack poised to lead Pine-Richland girls soccer
In each of the last nine seasons, the Pine-Richland girls soccer team has totaled double-digit wins.
New coach, new system, same dedication for Pine-Richland boys soccer
The Pine-Richland boys soccer team will be guided by first-year coach Jordan Wiegand, and he will lead a roster that has more sophomores than juniors and more juniors than seniors.
Latrobe girls soccer team ready for next step
August 22, 2019
After making incremental progress last fall and finishing with two wins in challenging Section 3-4A, the Latrobe girls soccer team is looking to take another step forward this season.
Pitt recruit Hayes, Westinghouse set sights on City League title
August 21, 2019
Allderdice knocked Westinghouse out of the City Leagues playoffs the past two seasons, and the Bulldogs aren’t too happy about it.
University Prep football gathering explosive, experienced offense
The University Prep football team enters City League play this season boasting a roster brimming with talent and a good deal of experience, especially on the offensive side of the ball.
Perry football building around seniors Oaks, Prioleau
For the Perry Traditional Academy football program, last season was one to build upon as the team boosted its win total from one in 2017 to three in 2018.
North Hills football team looks to power its way to playoff run
August 16, 2019
The North Hills football team’s formula for success is no secret. On offense, the Indians prefer to lean on strong line play to pave the way for a potent rushing attack. On defense, they stymie their opponent’s attempts to do the same.
Pine-Richland football team striving for 3-peat
August 15, 2019
The Pine-Richland football team will be seeking to accomplish one of the most rare achievements in WPIAL football history, winning three straight championships in the league’s highest classification — a feat that has only been accomplished by one team in the last century, North Allegheny from 2010-12.
Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame announces 1st class
August 9, 2019
The Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame announced its first class of inductees as decided upon by the Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame Committee.
New Pine-Richland boys soccer coach Wiegand prepares for season
August 2, 2019
Jordan Wiegand spent his high school years playing soccer for North Hills, and now he will lead one of his alma mater’s biggest rivals as he is preparing to enter his first season at the helm of the Pine-Richland boys soccer team.
Pine-Richland’s Tommy Beam: WVU ‘really fit my personality’
July 27, 2019
While Pine-Richland baseball player Tommy Beam is only halfway through his high school career, he decided he did not need the next two years to deliberate on his college plans. The Rams standout pitcher cemented his college decision July 5 when he announced on Twitter he had committed to play at West Virginia.
Patrick Weber steps into athletic director role at North Hills
July 18, 2019
North Hills School District has a new leader in the athletic department, after the school board tabbed high school Assistant Principal Patrick Weber to the position of athletic director, active July 1.
Pine-Richland’s Lukez commits to wrestle for Army
June 21, 2019
Nate Lukez still has one more year to build his status as one of the winningest wrestlers in Pine-Richland history.
Pine-Richland’s Alyssa Sarver to play tennis at Lafayette
Former Pine-Richland tennis player Alyssa Sarver has cemented her college decision, planning to continue her athletic pursuits at Lafayette.
Pine’s Voit drafted in OHL and USHL
June 13, 2019
Pine resident Ty Voit recently received two of the biggest honors of his hockey career within the span of one month when he was selected in the 2019 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection draft and the 2019 United States Hockey League Phase I draft.
Sophomore season a resounding success for Pine-Richland’s Bryant
June 8, 2019
For Pine-Richland track and field athlete Danielle Bryant, her sophomore season wasn’t just encouraging or promising.
North Hills’ Murtezi honored to compete in Big 33 Football Classic
June 6, 2019
Former North Hills football player Lirion Murtezi put an exclamation point on his impressive high school football career May 27 when he suited up for the 62nd annual Big 33 Football Classic at Landis Field at Speed Ebersole Stadium.
Pine-Richland boys lacrosse soaks up WPIAL title experience
May 31, 2019
The Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team left little doubt as to which WPIAL Class AAA team was the best this year after toppling Mt. Lebanon, 12-5, to win the program’s first title last Friday at Robert Morris.
North Hills’ Manning, Babicz honored for dedication to 3 sports
May 30, 2019
North Hills seniors Brandon Manning and Natalie Babicz are two members of a dying breed, and on May 22, they were honored for it at the Northern Athletic Director’s Association Tri-Athlete Banquet at the Chadwick.
Members of Pine-Richland girls lacrosse participate in national tournament
May 24, 2019
The Pine-Richland girls lacrosse program was well-represented at the 2019 U.S. Lacrosse Women’s national tournament on May 25-26 in Baltimore.
Pair of North Hills track and field athletes headed for PIAAs
May 23, 2019
The North Hills track and field team received stellar performances from two of its athletes at the WPIAL Class AAA championships May 16 at Slippery Rock, with both punching their tickets to the PIAA championships.
Pine-Richland’s Bryant garners WPIAL gold in 300 hurdles
May 17, 2019
The Rams were on the charge at the 2019 WPIAL Class AAA track and field championships last Thursday at Slippery Rock, toppling a school record and earning a handful of bids to the PIAA meet.
North Hills honors future college athletes
On May 10, North Hills High School sent off 16 of its student-athletes with its third annual College-Bound Student Athlete Recognition Reception, celebrating their significant accomplishment in securing a roster spot on a collegiate athletic team.
Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team buckles up for playoff run
May 10, 2019
The Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team was on a roll, toppling three straight opponents by a total score of 53-2 as it headed into its season finale against rival North Allegheny.
Pine-Richland girls lacrosse shoots for WPIAL 3-peat
May 9, 2019
The Pine-Richland girls lacrosse team may be entering this year’s WPIAL Class 3A playoffs with a few more losses than in their last two championship-winning seasons, but they still loom large as a threat to win it all.
North Hills softball riding hot streak
North Hills might be the hottest team in WPIAL Class 6A softball. The Indians had the classification’s longest winning streak at eight games.
Pine-Richland’s Freyvogel, North Allegheny’s Wrigley make USGA cut
May 2, 2019
Over the past few years, Pine-Richland’s Lauren Freyvogel and North Allegheny’s Caroline Wrigley have dueled on the golf course, jockeying for top honors at WPIAL championship and PIAA state title events while representing rival schools.
Pine-Richland softball working through struggles at plate
April 26, 2019
If there has been an overarching trait for the Pine-Richland softball team’s season, it has been suffering tough losses.
Defending champion North Hills baseball finds positives in challenging season
April 25, 2019
It appears a successful WPIAL Class 5A title defense isn’t in the cards for the North Hills baseball team this season.
Hot bats power Pine-Richland baseball team on winning streak
April 19, 2019
After battling to a hard-fought 5-4 win over North Allegheny, the Pine-Richland baseball team is unbeaten in its last seven games. Prior to the win the over rival Tigers, the Rams had outscored their opponents 41-4 in the previous five games.
Pine-Richland field athletes showing promise
There is plenty of talent taking over the field events for the Pine-Richland track and field team. And while the team’s hurdlers, sprinters and long-distance runners have been performing well this season, so have the throwers.
North Hills track athletes prepare for individual competition
April 18, 2019
The WPIAL track and field season is entering its home stretch, as athletes begin to make preparations for postseason competition.Pine-Richland hurdlers, relay teams poised for success
April 12, 2019
The Pine-Richland track and field team is off to a solid start, with the boys and girls teams 2-1 in dual meets.
Strong mental approach has Pine-Richland lacrosse off undefeated start
The Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team is off to a dominant start, running to an 8-0 record and outscoring its opponents 111-46.
Strong senior class leads North Hills girls lacrosse to solid start
April 11, 2019
The North Hills girls lacrosse team is off to a scorching hot start, racking up an undefeated 6-0 record as they approach the halfway point of the season.
Pine-Richland boys tennis team tries to find footing
April 5, 2019
As the WPIAL regular season for boys tennis nears its halfway point, Pine-Richland is seeing mixed results as it tries to find its groove.
Pine-Richland girls lacrosse has plenty of returning experience
Over the course of the last two seasons, the Pine-Richland girls lacrosse program has established itself as the cream of the WPIAL Class AAA crop, racking up a 31-4 record against district opponents and winning back-to-back WPIAL championships.
North Hills boys volleyball looking to turn corner
April 4, 2019
Over the last couple of seasons, the North Hills (1-2, 0-1) boys volleyball program has displayed steady improvement.
Pine-Richland volleyball looks to deliver on talent
March 29, 2019
The WPIAL Class AAA boys volleyball champion has emerged from Section 2-AAA in 15 of the past 16 seasons.
Pine-Richland softball team looks to contend in new-look WPIAL Class 6A
March 23, 2019
With a solid group of experienced players returning, the Pine-Richland softball team enters the 2019 season with an eye on extending its streak of three consecutive winning seasons.
Pine-Richland hockey earns bid to national tournament
March 15, 2019
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Hockey League is comprised of 56 teams across four separate classifications. Out of those teams, only one finished the 2018-19 regular season without a loss in regulation time — Pine-Richland.
Loaded Pine-Richland baseball squad stresses team dynamic
The Pine-Richland baseball team enters the 2019 season boasting a roster bursting at the seams with talent and experience.
Pine-Richland boys lacrosse players commit to play in college
March 8, 2019
A quartet of Pine-Richland boys lacrosse players pledged their commitments to their future colleges of choice Feb. 27 at the high school athletic office, gathering to both celebrate the future and enjoy the unique moment together before embarking on their senior seasons.
Limited time in pool doesn’t keep Aquinas swimmer Schirra from making WPIALs
There were plenty of reasons for Sam Schirra not to swim this season.
North Hills swimmers break school records at WPIAL meet
March 6, 2019
A number of school records fell when the North Hills swim team took to the pool at Pitt’s Trees Hall for the WPIAL Class AAA championships Feb. 28 and March 1.
6 Pine-Richland wrestlers punch tickets to WPIALs
March 2, 2019
The high school wrestling postseason is in full swing, and Pine-Richland is seeing positive results, starting with the WPIAL Section 3-AAA individual championships Feb. 23 at Fox Chapel.
Sitting down with Pine-Richland director of athletics Sean Simmons
Sean Simmons began his tenure as director of athletics at Pine-Richland on Nov. 14. Prior to his hiring at Pine-Richland, Simmons served as the assistant athletic director of student services and sports operations at Robert Morris, a position he held since 2004.
Northgate girls, Indiana boys crowned WPIAL Class AA swimming champions
March 1, 2019
Throughout the entirety of the second day of WPIAL Class AA championship swimming action at Pitt’s Trees Pool, both the boys and girls teams for Northgate and Indiana were jockeying for pole position in the standings, trading off the Nos. 1 and 2 spots with each passing event.
Pair of Belle Vernon boys break records at WPIAL swimming championships
A pair of Belle Vernon boys left the WPIAL Class AA swimming championships at Pitt’s Trees Pool not only as WPIAL champions, but also as freshly minted record-holders Friday.
Blackhawk’s Wright defeats teammate to win WPIBL boys singles title
February 27, 2019
More than 100 of Western Pennsylvania’s top boys bowlers competed in the WPIBL singles championship Wednesday at Wildlife Lanes in Burrell.
North Hills wrestlers turn in strong performances at sections
The North Hills wrestling team put together a strong showing at the Section 3-AAA individual championships Feb. 23 at Fox Chapel, showcasing plenty of improvement across the board.
North Hills hockey in position for postseason success
February 21, 2019
The PIHL regular season has come to a close for the North Hills hockey team, a group with a 13-5 record that has the No. 4 seed in the Class A North Division sewn up.
Greensburg Salem’s White captures WPIBL singles title
In addition to battling fatigue and a field of 90 other bowlers, Greensburg Salem’s Mattie Mae White said she typically finds herself combating nerves in championship-level events.
Thomas Jefferson claims 1st WPIAL gymnastics title
February 14, 2019
Last year, the Thomas Jefferson gymnastics team came so close to a WPIAL title, they could taste it as they finished as runner-up to Moon by just one-tenth of a point.
Defense, special teams carries Mt. Lebanon past NA, into 1st WPIAL title game since 2000
November 12, 2021
For the first time since 2000, Mt. Lebanon is headed to the WPIAL championship.
Pine-Richland softball focused on adding punch at the plate
March 23, 2020
Pine-Richland softball coach Gary Shepard has always emphasized pitching and defense as the core tenets of his philosophy for winning games on the diamond.
Pine-Richland baseball program has no plans to lower bar
March 13, 2020
The defending WPIAL Class 6A champion Pine-Richland baseball team is entering the season fully aware of how others may perceive them.
Pine-Richland’s Vacula earns trip to PIAA swimming championships
March 6, 2020
At the WPIAL Class AAA swimming championships Feb. 27-28 at Pitt’s Trees Pool, Trent Vacula turned in the best 200-yard individual medley time in Pine-Richland history.
Pine-Richland’s Spencer brothers each win wrestling championships
Pine-Richland’s Cole Spencer snared his first WPIAL wrestling title Feb. 29 at Canon-McMillan High School, earning his status as a champion after edging Kiski Area’s Sammy Starr, 2-1.
Pine-Richland competitive spirit takes 9th at nationals
February 28, 2020
The Pine-Richland competitive spirit team recently brought its strong 2019-20 campaign to a close, finishing its season with a ninth-place finish in the small varsity division at the 2020 UCA National High School Cheerleading Championships on Feb. 7-9 in Orlando, Fla.
Pine-Richland boys take positives from season after frustrating playoff loss
The Pine-Richland boys basketball team’s season was brought to a halt Feb. 22 as it was toppled by Upper St. Clair, 62-59, in the quarterfinal round of the WPIAL Class 6A playoffs.
Ethan Morton, No. 1 Butler outlast Peters Township in double-overtime barnburner
February 22, 2020
It took four quarters, two overtimes and 32 points and a buzzer beater from Ethan Morton for No. 1 Butler to finally escape a tough No. 9 Peters Township (14-10) team, but escape they did in a 78-76 victory in the quarterfinals of the WPIAL Class 6A boys basketball playoffs.
Alexander, Pine-Richland shine at WPIAL gymnastics championships
February 21, 2020
The Pine-Richland gymnastics team capitalized on strong group-wide performances in the both the vault and beam events to finish in fourth place overall at the WPIAL gymnastics championships Feb. 15 at Moon.
Aquinas Academy fencers improving ahead of postseason push
With just a couple of matches left in the regular season, the Aquinas Academy fencing teams still are jostling for at-large qualifying bids for the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Fencing Association league postseason championship tournament.
North Hills swimmers prepare for WPIAL meet
February 13, 2020
North Hills will be sending 13 swimmers to compete at the WPIAL Class AAA championships Feb. 27-28 at Pitt’s Trees Pool.
Pine-Richland swimmers ready for WPIAL meet
February 7, 2020
With only a couple of meets left to before the WPIAL Class AAA swimming championships, Pine-Richland is solidifying its list of athletes who have earned qualifying times for their respective events. And this season, coach Pete Barry is optimistic about the prospect of his swimmers bringing home medals.
Pine-Richland boys secure big win heading into playoffs
Heading down the home stretch of the regular season, the Pine-Richland boys basketball team had a WPIAL Class 6A playoff spot locked up. Still, the Rams did not lack for motivation as they entered their Section 1-6A finale at Central Catholic.
North Hills hockey making postseason push
February 6, 2020
For the better part of the last month, the North Hills hockey team has been in a hard-pressed situation as it strives to qualify for the PIHL Class A Penguins Cup playoffs.
Hard work pays off for Pine-Richland wrestling team
January 31, 2020
January was a good month for the Pine-Richland wrestling team. It might have been the best month the program has experienced in the past decade.
Led by champ Sam Hillegas, North Hills wrestlers have strong showing at county tournament
January 23, 2020
In terms of both the individual performances of its grapplers and its success as a collective group, the North Hills wrestling team made sure it got its money’s worth out of the fiercely competitive Allegheny County wrestling tournament.
Pine-Richland girls basketball pushing through adversity
January 18, 2020
There’s good luck. There’s bad luck. And then there’s the luck the Pine-Richland girls basketball team has had to suffer through during its 2019-20 season.
Freshman Vinnie Cugini leads potent offense for Aquinas boys basketball
On Jan. 7, the Aquinas Academy boys basketball team won the first WPIAL section game in school history, besting Section 3-A foe St. Joseph, 76-73.
Pine-Richland competitive cheer takes 1st at WPIAL spirit championships
January 12, 2020
In the run-up to the 2019 WPIAL competitive spirit championships, several members of Pine-Richland’s team were stricken with the flu, causing practice time to be limited as the bug spread between a number of teammates.
Experience, versatility key for Pine-Richland diving team
The Pine-Richland diving team might not boast the deepest roster in WPIAL Class AAA, but while in some cases there is strength in numbers, the Rams are counting on deriving their strength from their adaptability and cohesion.
North Hills swimming teams enjoying improvement this season
January 2, 2020
While they’re only a handful of meets into their season, the North Hills boys and girls swimming teams are seeing measureable gains in their performances.
Aquinas Academy fencing finds strength in numbers
December 27, 2019
The Aquinas Academy fencing program is continuing to grow, with this season’s squad counting 20 fencers, 12 of whom are primed to compete as high schoolers in Pittsburgh Interscholastic Fencing Association play.
Step up in class doesn’t rattle Pine-Richland hockey team
December 20, 2019
With the first 10 games of the season behind them, the Pine-Richland hockey team has seemingly had very little difficulty in adjusting to PIHL Class AAA competition after winning Class AA division and state titles last year.
Pine-Richland fencing team begins rebuilding process
The 2019-20 school year marks the beginning of a new era for the Pine-Richland fencing program, as coach Brad Cellier is leading the boys and the girls teams through a rebuilding process.
Pine-Richland girls eager to climb section ladder
November 30, 2019
The Pine-Richland girls basketball team is in the midst of a rebuilding phase and sports a roster that has youth and inexperience aplenty.
Pine-Richland boys reloaded, ready to run
Last season, a high-scoring, guard-heavy offensive attack powered the Pine-Richland boys basketball team to a WPIAL Class 6A semifinal appearance and a PIAA playoff bid.
Turnovers in WPIAL final put anticlimactic end to strong season for Pine-Richland
November 23, 2019
While the dust has settled from its 10-7 loss to Central Catholic in the WPIAL Class 6A championship game, the sting of losing such a closely contested, high-stakes matchup against a rival remains for the Pine-Richland football team.
Pine-Richland field hockey places 7 on WPIAL All-Star teams
November 15, 2019
Collectively, the Pine-Richland field hockey team earned a number of significant achievements this season. The Rams went undefeated in WPIAL play, won the program’s second WPIAL championship by defeating Peters Township, 2-0, in the Class AAA title game and qualified for the PIAA championship tournament.
North Hills wins slow pitch softball title
November 14, 2019
The North Hills girls slow pitch softball team hoisted its first Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Softball League title after defeating Plum, 12-8, in the championship game at Tillbrook Field in Irwin last month.
Sto-Rox pulls away in second half, ends run for West Greene, Jackson
November 8, 2019
Behind a strong defensive performance and a streaky-but-sharp-enough offense spearheaded by quarterback Eric Wilson, No. 3 Sto-Rox knocked off No. West Greene, 24-7, on Friday night at Trinity’s Hiller Field in the WPIAL Class A semifinals to punch its first ticket to its classification’s championship game since 2012.
Pine-Richland girls, boys cross country teams finish strong season
November 1, 2019
The Pine-Richland cross country teams wrapped up their team season with a number of landmark performances at the WPIAL Class AAA cross country championships last week at Cal (Pa.) The girls team took fourth, and the boys team finished 14th.
Pine-Richland field hockey team seeks elusive state title
The Pine-Richland field hockey team won the WPIAL Class AAA championship again after toppling reigning champ Peters Township, 2-0, on Oct. 28 at Fox Chapel. It was the program’s second title in the past three seasons.
Bethel Park turns back 2-point conversion to hold off Upper St. Clair
October 25, 2019
Bethel Park limited Upper St. Clair’s potent offense for the better part of their WPIAL Class 5A Allegheny 8 Conference showdown Friday, so it was only fitting the Black Hawks edged the Panthers, 14-13, after stopping a late 2-point conversion attempt.
Pine-Richland’s Donnie Professori caps successful season with state medal
Last year, Pine-Richland boys golfer Donnie Professori fell just short of participating in the PIAA Class AAA boys golf tournament as his 15th-place finish at the WPIAL title event allowed him to qualify only as an alternate.
Davis’ 5 TDs power Gateway to win over Connellsville
October 18, 2019
Behind an efficient, high-powered offense that produced five touchdowns in the first half, the Gateway football team coasted to a 48-7 final against Big East Conference foe Connellsville on Friday night at Antimarino Stadium.
Pine-Richland girls soccer rewarded for scrappy effort with playoff berth
For a number of weeks now, the Pine-Richland girls soccer team has found itself in an unfamiliar position.
North Hills volleyball focuses on season’s achievements
October 17, 2019
A WPIAL Class AAAA playoff berth was not in the cards this year for the North Hills girls volleyball team. However, that does not mean the season was a disappointment for the Indians.
Leechburg ends three-season losing skid against Imani Christian
October 11, 2019
Prior to Friday night’s game at Veterans Memorial Stadium, there wasn’t a player on the Leechburg football team who had experienced a victory against Imani Christian. Now, every Blue Devil knows how it feels.
Architect of Pine-Richland field hockey program hits 100-win milestone
Pine-Richland field hockey coach Donna Stephenson reached a major milestone in her coaching career, earning her 100th career victory with her team’s 3-0 win over Norwin on Oct. 3.
Defending PIHL champion Pine-Richland makes jump in classification
The Pine-Richland hockey team enjoyed a year that was as close to a storybook season as a team could have.
North Hills football learns from losses, eyes another win streak
October 9, 2019
After scoring 34 or more points in each of its first four games, North Hills has dropped three straight.
Moon’s defense dominates, hands Peters Township 1st loss
October 4, 2019
Entering its WPIAL Class 5A Allegheny 8 Conference contest against Moon, No. 2 Peters Township hadn’t trailed this season.
Pine-Richland soccer focused on program-building process
The Pine-Richland boys soccer team has seen its fair share of ups and downs in head coach Jordan Wiegand’s first season leading the program.
Revamped roster aims to keep North Hills hockey on the rise
October 3, 2019
The North Hills hockey team was one of the most surprising success stories in PIHL Class A last season as it racked up a regular season record of 13-5 and advanced to the second round of the playoffs under the tutelage of first-year head coach Kevin Pawlos.
North Allegheny takes care of business vs. Seneca Valley
September 27, 2019
North Allegheny coach Art Walker didn’t want to call his No. 2 Tigers’ 40-7 victory over No. 5 Seneca Valley a statement game.
Pine-Richland girls doubles team qualifies for WPIAL tournament
While Pine-Richland’s top girls tennis doubles pairing of Ellie Stokes and Meghan Wilson weren’t able to win in their Section 2-AAA consolation match at North Allegheny last Thursday, the duo clinched a berth in the WPIAL Class AAA doubles championship.
Pine-Richland boys golfers qualify for WPIAL individual finals
Pine-Richland golfer Donnie Professori is heading back to the WPIAL Class AAA individual final after shooting 73 to win the WPIAL Class AAA qualifier this past Monday at Hannastown Golf Club.
North Hills soccer at crossroads in playoff chase
September 26, 2019
With a little more than half of its season in the books, the North Hills boys soccer team is positioning itself for a late-season battle for one of the final WPIAL playoff spots in Section 1-AAA.
Rebuilding girls golf team making progress at Pine-Richland
September 20, 2019
In many ways, the Pine-Richland girls golf team is at the beginning of a new era.
Pine-Richland cross country teams picking up the pace
After finishing fifth out of 26 teams at the 17th annual Red, White &Blue Classic at the Schenley Oval, the Pine-Richland girls cross country team is trending upward as it continues to make its way through its 2019 schedule.
North Hills runners showing pack mentality
With their meet season heating up, the North Hills cross country teams are showing some solid signs of progress under first-year coach Shannon Metzler.
Jeannette gives coach Roy Hall his 100th career win in rout of Avella
September 13, 2019
Before the first quarter was over, Jeannette’s Roy Hall had a pretty good idea he was about to record the 100th victory of his coaching career Friday night.
First-year coach has reloaded Pine-Richland volleyball team humming
First-year Pine-Richland volleyball coach Hanna Ayhan already has a firm grasp on the level of talent that this season’s squad possesses, and she has a clear vision of what the team is capable of.
Pine-Richland field hockey racking up big wins
The Pine-Richland field hockey team is only a handful of games deep into its 2019 season but has still managed to topple some of the toughest programs that Western Pennsylvania has to offer.
North Hills finding different ways to win
September 12, 2019
The North Hills football team is off to a hot start with a 3-0 overall record and a 2-0 mark in WPIAL Class 5A Northern Conference play.
Roster turnover can’t slow Pine-Richland golf
September 6, 2019
The Pine-Richland boys golf team is in the rare position of replacing seven seniors who graduated from its 2018 team.
North Hills volleyball looks to build with experienced roster
September 5, 2019
While the WPIAL volleyball season has yet to hit full swing, North Hills is showing signs of promise as the girls team looks to rebound after suffering through a few challenging seasons.
North Hills boys soccer strives to complete turnaround
August 29, 2019
From the start of the 2017 season to the early stages of the ‘18 season, the North Hills boys soccer team went 2-21-1.
Knoch blanks Hampton in season opener
August 23, 2019
Entering their WPIAL Week Zero nonconferene matchup, the 52nd edition of the Knoch versus Hampton rivalry, the all-time series was tied at 25-25-1.
Donnelly, potent scoring attack poised to lead Pine-Richland girls soccer
In each of the last nine seasons, the Pine-Richland girls soccer team has totaled double-digit wins.
New coach, new system, same dedication for Pine-Richland boys soccer
The Pine-Richland boys soccer team will be guided by first-year coach Jordan Wiegand, and he will lead a roster that has more sophomores than juniors and more juniors than seniors.
Latrobe girls soccer team ready for next step
August 22, 2019
After making incremental progress last fall and finishing with two wins in challenging Section 3-4A, the Latrobe girls soccer team is looking to take another step forward this season.
Pitt recruit Hayes, Westinghouse set sights on City League title
August 21, 2019
Allderdice knocked Westinghouse out of the City Leagues playoffs the past two seasons, and the Bulldogs aren’t too happy about it.
University Prep football gathering explosive, experienced offense
The University Prep football team enters City League play this season boasting a roster brimming with talent and a good deal of experience, especially on the offensive side of the ball.
Perry football building around seniors Oaks, Prioleau
For the Perry Traditional Academy football program, last season was one to build upon as the team boosted its win total from one in 2017 to three in 2018.
North Hills football team looks to power its way to playoff run
August 16, 2019
The North Hills football team’s formula for success is no secret. On offense, the Indians prefer to lean on strong line play to pave the way for a potent rushing attack. On defense, they stymie their opponent’s attempts to do the same.
Pine-Richland football team striving for 3-peat
August 15, 2019
The Pine-Richland football team will be seeking to accomplish one of the most rare achievements in WPIAL football history, winning three straight championships in the league’s highest classification — a feat that has only been accomplished by one team in the last century, North Allegheny from 2010-12.
Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame announces 1st class
August 9, 2019
The Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame announced its first class of inductees as decided upon by the Pine-Richland Athletic Hall of Fame Committee.
New Pine-Richland boys soccer coach Wiegand prepares for season
August 2, 2019
Jordan Wiegand spent his high school years playing soccer for North Hills, and now he will lead one of his alma mater’s biggest rivals as he is preparing to enter his first season at the helm of the Pine-Richland boys soccer team.
Pine-Richland’s Tommy Beam: WVU ‘really fit my personality’
July 27, 2019
While Pine-Richland baseball player Tommy Beam is only halfway through his high school career, he decided he did not need the next two years to deliberate on his college plans. The Rams standout pitcher cemented his college decision July 5 when he announced on Twitter he had committed to play at West Virginia.
Patrick Weber steps into athletic director role at North Hills
July 18, 2019
North Hills School District has a new leader in the athletic department, after the school board tabbed high school Assistant Principal Patrick Weber to the position of athletic director, active July 1.
Pine-Richland’s Lukez commits to wrestle for Army
June 21, 2019
Nate Lukez still has one more year to build his status as one of the winningest wrestlers in Pine-Richland history.
Pine-Richland’s Alyssa Sarver to play tennis at Lafayette
Former Pine-Richland tennis player Alyssa Sarver has cemented her college decision, planning to continue her athletic pursuits at Lafayette.
Pine’s Voit drafted in OHL and USHL
June 13, 2019
Pine resident Ty Voit recently received two of the biggest honors of his hockey career within the span of one month when he was selected in the 2019 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection draft and the 2019 United States Hockey League Phase I draft.
Sophomore season a resounding success for Pine-Richland’s Bryant
June 8, 2019
For Pine-Richland track and field athlete Danielle Bryant, her sophomore season wasn’t just encouraging or promising.
North Hills’ Murtezi honored to compete in Big 33 Football Classic
June 6, 2019
Former North Hills football player Lirion Murtezi put an exclamation point on his impressive high school football career May 27 when he suited up for the 62nd annual Big 33 Football Classic at Landis Field at Speed Ebersole Stadium.
Pine-Richland boys lacrosse soaks up WPIAL title experience
May 31, 2019
The Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team left little doubt as to which WPIAL Class AAA team was the best this year after toppling Mt. Lebanon, 12-5, to win the program’s first title last Friday at Robert Morris.
North Hills’ Manning, Babicz honored for dedication to 3 sports
May 30, 2019
North Hills seniors Brandon Manning and Natalie Babicz are two members of a dying breed, and on May 22, they were honored for it at the Northern Athletic Director’s Association Tri-Athlete Banquet at the Chadwick.
Members of Pine-Richland girls lacrosse participate in national tournament
May 24, 2019
The Pine-Richland girls lacrosse program was well-represented at the 2019 U.S. Lacrosse Women’s national tournament on May 25-26 in Baltimore.
Pair of North Hills track and field athletes headed for PIAAs
May 23, 2019
The North Hills track and field team received stellar performances from two of its athletes at the WPIAL Class AAA championships May 16 at Slippery Rock, with both punching their tickets to the PIAA championships.
Pine-Richland’s Bryant garners WPIAL gold in 300 hurdles
May 17, 2019
The Rams were on the charge at the 2019 WPIAL Class AAA track and field championships last Thursday at Slippery Rock, toppling a school record and earning a handful of bids to the PIAA meet.
North Hills honors future college athletes
On May 10, North Hills High School sent off 16 of its student-athletes with its third annual College-Bound Student Athlete Recognition Reception, celebrating their significant accomplishment in securing a roster spot on a collegiate athletic team.
Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team buckles up for playoff run
May 10, 2019
The Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team was on a roll, toppling three straight opponents by a total score of 53-2 as it headed into its season finale against rival North Allegheny.
Pine-Richland girls lacrosse shoots for WPIAL 3-peat
May 9, 2019
The Pine-Richland girls lacrosse team may be entering this year’s WPIAL Class 3A playoffs with a few more losses than in their last two championship-winning seasons, but they still loom large as a threat to win it all.
North Hills softball riding hot streak
North Hills might be the hottest team in WPIAL Class 6A softball. The Indians had the classification’s longest winning streak at eight games.
Pine-Richland’s Freyvogel, North Allegheny’s Wrigley make USGA cut
May 2, 2019
Over the past few years, Pine-Richland’s Lauren Freyvogel and North Allegheny’s Caroline Wrigley have dueled on the golf course, jockeying for top honors at WPIAL championship and PIAA state title events while representing rival schools.
Pine-Richland softball working through struggles at plate
April 26, 2019
If there has been an overarching trait for the Pine-Richland softball team’s season, it has been suffering tough losses.
Defending champion North Hills baseball finds positives in challenging season
April 25, 2019
It appears a successful WPIAL Class 5A title defense isn’t in the cards for the North Hills baseball team this season.
Hot bats power Pine-Richland baseball team on winning streak
April 19, 2019
After battling to a hard-fought 5-4 win over North Allegheny, the Pine-Richland baseball team is unbeaten in its last seven games. Prior to the win the over rival Tigers, the Rams had outscored their opponents 41-4 in the previous five games.
Pine-Richland field athletes showing promise
There is plenty of talent taking over the field events for the Pine-Richland track and field team. And while the team’s hurdlers, sprinters and long-distance runners have been performing well this season, so have the throwers.
North Hills track athletes prepare for individual competition
April 18, 2019
The WPIAL track and field season is entering its home stretch, as athletes begin to make preparations for postseason competition.Pine-Richland hurdlers, relay teams poised for success
April 12, 2019
The Pine-Richland track and field team is off to a solid start, with the boys and girls teams 2-1 in dual meets.
Strong mental approach has Pine-Richland lacrosse off undefeated start
The Pine-Richland boys lacrosse team is off to a dominant start, running to an 8-0 record and outscoring its opponents 111-46.
Strong senior class leads North Hills girls lacrosse to solid start
April 11, 2019
The North Hills girls lacrosse team is off to a scorching hot start, racking up an undefeated 6-0 record as they approach the halfway point of the season.
Pine-Richland boys tennis team tries to find footing
April 5, 2019
As the WPIAL regular season for boys tennis nears its halfway point, Pine-Richland is seeing mixed results as it tries to find its groove.
Pine-Richland girls lacrosse has plenty of returning experience
Over the course of the last two seasons, the Pine-Richland girls lacrosse program has established itself as the cream of the WPIAL Class AAA crop, racking up a 31-4 record against district opponents and winning back-to-back WPIAL championships.
North Hills boys volleyball looking to turn corner
April 4, 2019
Over the last couple of seasons, the North Hills (1-2, 0-1) boys volleyball program has displayed steady improvement.
Pine-Richland volleyball looks to deliver on talent
March 29, 2019
The WPIAL Class AAA boys volleyball champion has emerged from Section 2-AAA in 15 of the past 16 seasons.
Pine-Richland softball team looks to contend in new-look WPIAL Class 6A
March 23, 2019
With a solid group of experienced players returning, the Pine-Richland softball team enters the 2019 season with an eye on extending its streak of three consecutive winning seasons.
Pine-Richland hockey earns bid to national tournament
March 15, 2019
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Hockey League is comprised of 56 teams across four separate classifications. Out of those teams, only one finished the 2018-19 regular season without a loss in regulation time — Pine-Richland.
Loaded Pine-Richland baseball squad stresses team dynamic
The Pine-Richland baseball team enters the 2019 season boasting a roster bursting at the seams with talent and experience.
Pine-Richland boys lacrosse players commit to play in college
March 8, 2019
A quartet of Pine-Richland boys lacrosse players pledged their commitments to their future colleges of choice Feb. 27 at the high school athletic office, gathering to both celebrate the future and enjoy the unique moment together before embarking on their senior seasons.
Limited time in pool doesn’t keep Aquinas swimmer Schirra from making WPIALs
There were plenty of reasons for Sam Schirra not to swim this season.
North Hills swimmers break school records at WPIAL meet
March 6, 2019
A number of school records fell when the North Hills swim team took to the pool at Pitt’s Trees Hall for the WPIAL Class AAA championships Feb. 28 and March 1.
6 Pine-Richland wrestlers punch tickets to WPIALs
March 2, 2019
The high school wrestling postseason is in full swing, and Pine-Richland is seeing positive results, starting with the WPIAL Section 3-AAA individual championships Feb. 23 at Fox Chapel.
Sitting down with Pine-Richland director of athletics Sean Simmons
Sean Simmons began his tenure as director of athletics at Pine-Richland on Nov. 14. Prior to his hiring at Pine-Richland, Simmons served as the assistant athletic director of student services and sports operations at Robert Morris, a position he held since 2004.
Northgate girls, Indiana boys crowned WPIAL Class AA swimming champions
March 1, 2019
Throughout the entirety of the second day of WPIAL Class AA championship swimming action at Pitt’s Trees Pool, both the boys and girls teams for Northgate and Indiana were jockeying for pole position in the standings, trading off the Nos. 1 and 2 spots with each passing event.
Pair of Belle Vernon boys break records at WPIAL swimming championships
A pair of Belle Vernon boys left the WPIAL Class AA swimming championships at Pitt’s Trees Pool not only as WPIAL champions, but also as freshly minted record-holders Friday.
Blackhawk’s Wright defeats teammate to win WPIBL boys singles title
February 27, 2019
More than 100 of Western Pennsylvania’s top boys bowlers competed in the WPIBL singles championship Wednesday at Wildlife Lanes in Burrell.
North Hills wrestlers turn in strong performances at sections
The North Hills wrestling team put together a strong showing at the Section 3-AAA individual championships Feb. 23 at Fox Chapel, showcasing plenty of improvement across the board.
North Hills hockey in position for postseason success
February 21, 2019
The PIHL regular season has come to a close for the North Hills hockey team, a group with a 13-5 record that has the No. 4 seed in the Class A North Division sewn up.
Greensburg Salem’s White captures WPIBL singles title
In addition to battling fatigue and a field of 90 other bowlers, Greensburg Salem’s Mattie Mae White said she typically finds herself combating nerves in championship-level events.
Thomas Jefferson claims 1st WPIAL gymnastics title
February 14, 2019
Last year, the Thomas Jefferson gymnastics team came so close to a WPIAL title, they could taste it as they finished as runner-up to Moon by just one-tenth of a point.
