Author: Michael Love

After transferring from Central Catholic, Thomas brings championship experience to Penn Hills

July 19, 2018

Corey Thomas knew a lot about the talent at Penn Hills long before his transfer to the school from Central Catholic this past spring. The

Penn Hills’ Mathis preps for breakout season

July 14, 2018

Hollis Mathis put up big numbers last season from his quarterback position and led Penn Hills to an 8-4 record in Class 6A, a 3-3

Josephs returns to bolster defense for WPIAL Class 5A champion Gateway

July 10, 2018

While the Gateway offense grabbed a lot of the headlines last fall during the team's run to the WPIAL Class 5A championship and the PIAA

Gateway’s Courtney Jackson ready to build on breakout season

July 8, 2018

The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason WPIAL Football All-Star team. The players

Penn Hills’ Hardy counting down to promising ’18 campaign

July 3, 2018

The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason WPIAL Football All-Star team. The players

Gateway’s Davis looks to build on impressive freshman season

July 1, 2018

The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason WPIAL Football All-Star team. The players

Highlands basketball tandem on path to recovery

June 28, 2018

Jaharee Holt went after a loose ball heading out of play. She fell, landed awkwardly and felt a pop in her left knee. At that

New Kensington gymnast Pierson to compete with all-stars in Hungary

June 26, 2018

Abbie Pierson finalized obtaining a passport Tuesday that will allow her travel internationally this fall. The New Kensington resident and rising senior at St. Joseph

St. Joseph student fares well at state, regional and national gymnastic meets

June 20, 2018

Abbie Pierson, a rising senior at St. Joseph High School and a New Kensington resident, fared well in several gymnastics competitions this spring. Pierson, who

New girls basketball coaches start preparing their teams

June 17, 2018

With close to two months since they were hired and with the summer beginning, new girls basketball coaches Nick Dizon (Kiski Area) and Courtney Kordes

Darius Johnson leads A-K Valley contingent in Foothills Classic

June 15, 2018

Darius Johnson came into Friday's Foothills Classic all-star football game at Hempfield with a lot of confidence. The Valley standout got his chance to shine,

With rivalry aside, Burrell, Valley players join forces for Foothills Football Classic

June 14, 2018

Jacob Robertson experienced up close the intensity of the Burrell-Valley on Friday night football rivalry. He and his Bucs teammates were on the short end

Players selected to All-WPIAL, all-section girls lacrosse squads

June 13, 2018

The All-WPIAL and all-section girls lacrosse teams for both Class AAA and Class AA recently were finalized. Eight AAA teams and eight in AA were

Positive Athlete Pittsburgh presents annual awards, scholarships

The Sen. John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum provided the setting Tuesday evening for the seventh annual Positive High School Athlete awards.

Gymnast Miller finishes Gateway career strong

June 8, 2018

Olivia Miller knew she would be a gymnast at Pitt since she gave a verbal commitment to the Panthers program as a sophomore at Gateway.

Plum athletes set to begin collegiate careers

Members of the Plum High School Class of 2018 accepted their diplomas June 7. The ceremony capped an important chapter in their lives. A number

Blackhawk’s Amalia gives verbal commitment to Robert Morris

June 4, 2018

Blackhawk rising junior guard Mackenzie Amalia announced her verbal commitment Monday evening to the women's basketball program at Division I Robert Morris. Amalia averaged 17

Gateway softball enjoys improvement in ’18

June 1, 2018

Before the Gateway softball team began its season, first-year coach Scott Lewis said learning and skill improvement in every practice and game would be major

Gateway’s Jackson stays busy at PIAA championships

Gateway track and field was well represented in championship meets to close out the 2017 spring campaign, and those performances extended to the PIAA Class

Former Plum player Mains set to lead Mustangs hockey program

When Phil Mains heard Plum hockey officials were interested in talking with him about their open head coach position, he was excited to see what

Plum’s Linhart excels at PIAA championships

Last year, Plum's Hunter Linhart placed 17th in the discus at the WPIAL Class AAA track and field championships at Baldwin. He refocused his efforts

Brownsville tops Avonworth to claim 1st WPIAL Class 3A baseball title

May 30, 2018

Nearly two decades had passed since a Brownsville baseball team played for a WPIAL baseball championship. The Falcons suffered a loss to Waynesburg in the

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic baseball wins WPIAL championship

May 29, 2018

With eight seniors in the lineup for Tuesday's WPIAL Class 2A baseball championship game against Serra Catholic at Washington's Wild Things Park, an experienced Cardinal

Gateway’s Bryce Washington invited to elite camp for football specialists

May 27, 2018

Gateway junior Bryce Washington is invitated to the Kohl's Kicking National Invitational Scholarship Camp on July 21-22 in Milwaukee. Many of the nation's top kickers,

All four WPIAL champs advance to PIAA boys singles, doubles tennis semifinals

May 25, 2018

Two WPIAL singles players and two doubles teams still are alive for titles at the PIAA boys tennis championships at the Hershey Racquet Club. All

WPIAL Class AAA boys volleyball all-star teams recognized

The WPIAL Class AAA boys volleyball all-star first, second and third teams were announced between the Class AA and AAA championships games Thursday night at

WPIAL Class AA boys volleyball all-star teams announced

The WPIAL Class AA boys volleyball all-star first, second and third teams were announced between the Class AA and AAA championships games Thursday night at

Short-handed Deer Lakes loses to Montour in WPIAL Class AA volleyball consolation

May 24, 2018

A return trip to the PIAA state playoffs wasn't in the cards for Deer Lakes boys volleyball. After losing the first two games of Thursday's

High hopes for Highlands’ CJ Thimons at PIAA track and field

CJ Thimons finished fourth in the Class AAA 800-meter run at WPIALs on May 17. The Highlands sophomore ran a time of 1 minute, 55.75

Deer Lakes, Montour meet in WPIAL boys volleyball comsolation

May 23, 2018

Two years ago, the Deer Lakes boys volleyball team, as the No. 3 seed in the WPIAL Class AA tournament, lost in the district semifinals.

Mains returns to Plum as varsity hockey head coach

A sizeable portion of Phil Mains' growth in hockey came in the several years he spent as a player in the Plum program more than

McCoy’s walk-off hit leads South Side Beaver baseball past Burrell

May 21, 2018

When Luke Virag lifted a ball over the right-field fence with two runners on in the top of the third of Monday's WPIAL Class 3A

Gateway baseball reflects on 3rd straight trip to postseason

May 19, 2018

The Gateway baseball team was on the cusp of ending a WPIAL playoff win drought that extended more than two decades. The Gators and Hampton

Valley’s Johnson defends WPIAL high jump title

May 17, 2018

Darius Johnson knew what it was like to stand at the top of the medals podium at the WPIAL Class AA track and field championships

Burrell girls relay golden again at WPIAL championships

The Burrell girls 400-meter relay team pulled off a four-peat Thursday at the WPIAL track and field championships at Baldwin High School. The Bucs team

Valley’s Buzzell seeks golden debut at WPIAL championships

May 16, 2018

Jared Buzzell is making his debut at the WPIAL track and field championships. The Valley senior sprinter missed out on an opportunity to run there

Fast start fuels Plum baseball in 1st-round win vs. Mt. Lebanon

May 15, 2018

The Plum baseball team jumped to a three-run lead on Mt. Lebanon in the first inning of Tuesday's WPIAL 6A first-round game at North Allegheny.

Deer Lakes volleyball looks forward to WPIAL quarterfinals

May 14, 2018

Deer Lakes boys volleyball earned the No. 3 seed for the WPIAL Class AA playoffs and received a bye into the quarterfinals as the brackets

WPIAL releases boys volleyball playoff brackets

The WPIAL released its Class AAA and AA boys volleyball playoff brackets Monday morning, and North Allegheny and Derry are the No. 1 seeds, respectively.

Defending champions seek repeat performances at WPIAL meet

The WPIAL Class AAA and AA track and field individual finals are Thursday at Baldwin, and there are several athletes who will attempt to defend

Sprinters lead Gateway boys into WPIAL meet

May 12, 2018

The Gateway track and field teams will be well represented at the WPIAL Class AAA individual championships Thursday at Baldwin. andquot;There is a chance for

Strong finishes lead Gateway baseball, softball teams to postseason berths

As with every other baseball and softball team in the WPIAL, the Gateway squads endured a number of early-season game postponements or cancellations and too

Plum sending 5 athletes to WPIAL track and field event

May 11, 2018

Maddie Monick now is a three-time WPIAL qualifier in the hurdles who hopes to return to the PIAA championships in a couple of weeks. The

WPIAL track and field championship heat sheets released

May 10, 2018

The heat sheets for both the WPIAL AAA and AA championships were released to the WPIAL website Thursday morning, paving the way for teams and

WPIAL alums named to PAC softball all-star teams

May 9, 2018

The Presidents Athletic Conference announced its 2018 softball all-star teams and annual award winners Wednesday, and numerous WPIAL alums filled the lists. Selected to the

Kiski Area softball holds off Armstrong to clinch playoff spot

May 8, 2018

The Kiski Area softball team is heading back to the playoffs. The Cavaliers topped Armstrong, 4-3, in their Section 1-5A finale Tuesday and clinched their

Burrell girls settle for 2nd at WPIAL championship meet

May 7, 2018

As the defending WPIAL Class AA girls track and field champion, Burrell entered Monday's championship meet at Baldwin hoping to continue a trend among the

Final WPVCA boys rankings released

The final Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association boys WPIAL rankings were released Monday, and North Allegheny and Ambridge remained in the top spots of the

Coaches, campus led Gateway’s Jackson to choose Syracuse

May 5, 2018

Courtney Jackson will go from Gateway black and gold to the orange of Syracuse. The Gators junior ended a busy football recruiting process by giving

Alvis Rogers set to lead Gateway boys basketball

Alvis Rogers was quick to put his name in the hat to become the new varsity boys basketball head coach at Gateway. He wanted to

Deer Lakes throwers prepare for WPIAL meet

May 3, 2018

At the Allegheny Interscholastic Conference (Section 7-AA) track and field championships April 25 at Freeport High School, Deer Lakes swept the girls throwing events. Seniors

Confidence growing for Deer Lakes volleyball players

May 2, 2018

With the WPIAL boys volleyball playoffs right around the corner — the playing pairings are expected to be released May 14 — Deer Lakes players

Teams set for WPIAL track and field finals

May 1, 2018

The WPIAL team track and field finals are set after Tuesday's semifinal meets, and three of the four champions from 2017 will have a shot

Deer Lakes softball belts 3 home runs to defeat Valley

April 30, 2018

The long ball served the Deer Lakes softball team well in Monday's Section 1-3A contest at Valley. Three home runs accounted for all four Lancers

Western Pa. Boys Volleyball Coaches Association releases Week 7 rankings

The WPIAL Class AAA and AA boys volleyball playoffs are getting closer as teams prepare themselves for the stretch run of the regular season. The

Alvis Rogers ready to take over Gateway boys basketball program

April 29, 2018

It was well known Alvis Rogers likely was going to be named the new coach of the Gateway boys basketball program before Thursday's school board

Gateway grad Means runs record 100 time at Shippensburg invitational

Gateway graduate and Cal (Pa.) junior Jae'Len Means recorded the fastest time in the 100-meter dash in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference since 2006 with

Burrell sprint relay takes aim at WCCA title

April 27, 2018

Taylor Johnson understands the tradition. She knows the standard that has been set by past members of the Burrell girls 400-meter relay, including the team's

Gateway’s Jackson picks Syracuse

Courtney Jackson will go from Gateway black and gold to the orange of Syracuse. The Gators junior gave a verbal committed to the Atlantic Coast

Deer Lakes boys rally for dramatic victory over rival Derry

April 26, 2018

The Derry boys volleyball team led Deer Lakes two games to none in their Section 2-AA match Thursday at Deer Lakes High School. The Trojans

Valley’s James impresses in debut track and field season

Before this spring, track and field wasn't on the radar of Valley sophomore DeAisha James. Basketball, softball and volleyball were sports more to her liking.

Freeport’s Kemp displays multiple talents for lacrosse, track teams

April 24, 2018

As a thrower for the Freeport boys track and field team, Austin Kemp doesn't compete in running events during meets. But when a spot opened

WPIAL team tennis semifinals postponed due to rain

Rain forced the WPIAL to postpone Tuesday's Class AAA and AA team tennis semifinal matches to Wednesday. Fox Chapel, the No. 1 seed in Class

Valley baseball holds off Shady Side Academy for key section win

April 23, 2018

Jim Basilone had a look of satisfaction on his face after Valley's 4-3 victory at Shady Side Academy on Monday. The Vikings coach knew his

North Allegheny, Ambridge remain atop boys volleyball rankings

The WPIAL boys volleyball playoffs are only three weeks away, and the teams in contention are making their final pushes with tournament play as well

Champions crowned at annual Beaver County Championships

Several athletes at or near the top of the WPIAL Class AAA and AA track and field performances lists were in action Saturday at the

Bethel Park tops Deer Lakes in finals of Plum Invitational boys volleyball tournament

April 22, 2018

The annual Plum boys volleyball tournament attracted a diverse field of teams from both Class AA and AAA in the WPIAL and from outside of

Starr rising for Kiski Area track and field

April 20, 2018

Jean Starr took extra precautions Friday in the girls javelin competition at the 54th annual Butler Invitational at Butler High School. Recent rain and snow

Burrell baseball leans on 2-out lightning to defeat rival Valley

April 18, 2018

The Burrell baseball team scored four runs in the top of the second inning of Wednesday's Section 1-3A game at rival Valley. As it turns

Plum’s Lake continues to shine in sophomore season

April 17, 2018

Mackenzie Lake didn't wait. She knew what she wanted. When St. Francis (Pa.) landed on the Plum sophomore's recruiting radar, it was a process that

Fox Chapel, Valley set to begin boys tennis playoffs

The WPIAL boys team tennis pairings for Class AAA and AA were released Tuesday, and Fox Chapel and Valley hope to make deep runs in

Dizon hired as Kiski Area girls basketball coach

Nick Dizon built a basketball coaching philosophy and gained experience at the high school level as an assistant coach the past three seasons with the

Kordes hired as Highlands girls basketball coach

April 16, 2018

When Courtney Kordes graduated from Highlands in 2009, she had a goal of coming back to the district as a teacher and coach. Her mission

WPVCA releases Week 5 WPIAL boys volleyball poll

The Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association released its Week 5 boys volleyball polls for Class AAA and AA on Monday morning based on a vote

Fox Chapel sprinter Kate Carnavale keeps injuries at bay to improve performance

April 15, 2018

Kate Carnavale always knew she was fleet of foot through basketball and other running opportunities. The Fox Chapel junior didn't get a chance to display

Gateway softball benefits from on-field experience

April 14, 2018

The Gateway softball team won only two games last season. The Gators equaled that total through only four games this year with back-to-back victories over

Another offensive spurt leads Freeport softball over rival Deer Lakes

The Freeport softball team again used a late-game outburst to capture a Section 1-3A victory. The Yellowjackets, who scored six runs in the sixth inning

Plum softball hopes early success continues through remainder of season

April 13, 2018

Plum coach Jim McGrath said he liked what he saw from his team in early-season workouts. But with so much time spent in the gym

Freeport softball scores 8 runs in 7th to rally past rival Burrell

April 11, 2018

For the second time in as many days, the Freeport softball team rallied late to pick up a Section 1-3A victory. On Tuesday, the Yellowjackets

Burrell softball rides explosive offense to mercy-rule win

April 10, 2018

The Burrell softball team is off to a fast start in Section 1-3A. The Bucs have 28 hits in two section contests, including 13 on

North Allegheny, Ambridge remain at top of WPVCA rankings

April 9, 2018

Bolstered by Saturday's victory at the Derry Invitational, the North Allegheny boys volleyball team remains in the top spot in Class AAA in the latest

North Allegheny tops field to win Derry boys volleyball tournament

April 8, 2018

The North Allegheny boys volleyball team was a favorite to claim Saturday's Derry Area tournament, and the Tigers produced results to back that up. NA,

Gateway track teams itching to compete

April 6, 2018

Cold temperatures, rain, wind and snow have messed with the early-season routines and schedules for the region's 100-plus high school track and field programs. The

Fifteen-team Derry Invitational boys volleyball tournament set for Saturday.

Fifteen boys volleyball teams are set to do battle at the 24th annual Derry Invitational on Saturday at Derry High School. Penn-Trafford enters the tournament

Weather forecast forces postponement of South Hills Classic

A weather forecast of snow, rain and cold temperatures forced meet officials to postpone Saturday's South Hills Classic track and field meet at Baldwin High

Plum’s Ryan Kircher getting attention of MLB scouts

Many sets of eyes — and radar guns — will be focused on Plum's Ryan Kircher this spring. The senior lefty has established himself as

Trio of Mt. Pleasant pitchers combine to no-hit Highlands in season-opener

April 5, 2018

After waiting two weeks through all manner of weather roadblocks, the Highlands and Mt. Pleasant softball teams kicked off their seasons Thursday with a Section

Plum senior ace Kircher on radar of Major League scouts

Many sets of eyes, and radar guns, will be focused on Plum's Ryan Kircher this spring. The senior lefty established himself over the past several

Freeport boys lacrosse can’t pull off another comeback

April 4, 2018

The Freeport boys lacrosse team rallied from multiple-goal deficits twice in West Virginia on Saturday to earn a pair of one-goal victories. But the Yellowjackets

Boys volleyball coaches association releases WPIAL Week 3 rankings

April 2, 2018

The North Allegheny boys volleyball team owns the top spot for Class AAA in the Western Pennsylvania Boys Volleyball Coaches Association Week 3 poll released

WPIALs meant a little more for Gateway swimmer Mears

When Jake Mears stepped on the diving board or was moving through the water during his swim event, he was alone with his thoughts. He

A-K Valley track and field preview: Burrell girls hope to defend WPIAL team title

March 30, 2018

The Burrell girls track and field team hoisted the WPIAL Class AA team championship trophy for the first time last spring. A deep lineup on

Peters Township’s Maize picks up win 400

March 28, 2018

Veteran Peters Township baseball coach Joe Maize won his 400th game Wednesday afternoon as the Indians defeated Steel Valley, 11-4, in a nonsection matchup at

Coaches association releases Week 2 boys volleyball poll

March 27, 2018

The Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association poll for Week 2 has North Allegheny again at the top spot in Class AAA, while Ambridge owns the

Deer Lakes volleyball sweeps Plum in early-season test

March 26, 2018

The Deer Lakes boys volleyball team used decisive runs en route to wins in each of the first two games of Monday's nonsection match at

Valley baseball looking for fast start in Myrtle Beach

March 22, 2018

The Valley baseball team has escaped the grips of the unpredictable March weather in Western Pennsylvania and is opening its season Friday and Saturday with

Valley softball sets sights on playoff berth

The Valley softball team last made the WPIAL playoffs in 2012. Coach Carol Perroz said despite some lean years recently, the pieces are in place

Norwin’s Tulenko competes at PIAA meet

March 19, 2018

Norwin sophomore Ethan Tulenko made his debut at last week's PIAA Class AAA swimming championships, and he turned in a 26th-place finish in the 50-yard

Quaker Valley’s Hubsch earns 7th place at PIAA swimming

Quaker Valley was well-represented in the championship and consolation finals at the PIAA Class AA swimming and diving championships Friday and Saturday at Bucknell. The

Franklin Regional swimmers compete at PIAA meet

Franklin Regional swimmers took part in five events at the PIAA Class AAA championships last week at Bucknell. The Panthers had a trio of swims

Penn-Trafford’s Kalik claims 6th at PIAA diving meet

For the second year in a row, Penn-Trafford junior Paige Kalik is a PIAA diving medalist. Kalik, this year's WPIAL Class AAA champion, was one

Plum’s Taylor continues setting swimming records

Devan Taylor now is on the Plum swimming record board in three places. She added the 200-yard individual medley record in January, became part of

Gateway swimmer Livingston adds to budding legacy

Olivia Livingston's portfolio her first two years as a swimmer at the high school level ranks among some of the top competitors in WPIAL and

Shady Side Academy girls 400 free relay captures PIAA championship

March 18, 2018

The Shady Side Academy girls 400-yard freestyle relay came into Saturday evening's PIAA Class AA championship heat at Bucknell as the fourth seed. But the

Highlands’ Blackburn leads Alle-Kiski Valley contingent at PIAA swimming

March 17, 2018

Rachel Blackburn reports to softball practice Monday afternoon as she starts to get ready for her spring high school season. It's a quick turnaround for

Belle Vernon boys place sixth in AA standings at PIAA swimming and diving

Led by two runner-up finishes from freshman Ian Shahan (100-yard butterfly, 100 backstroke), a third in the 100 breast and a 10th in the 200

WPIAL and District 8 swimmers set for Saturday’s PIAA AA championship finals at Bucknell

Northgate junior Karen Siddoway captured a second-place medal Friday in the girls 200-yard freestyle at the PIAA Class AA swimming and diving championships at Bucknell.

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic’s Maziarz captures PIAA diving title

March 16, 2018

When the high school swimming and diving season began in November, Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic sophomore Kyle Maziarz didn't think he would be standing on

Deer Lakes’ Morrison swims to 15th at PIAA championship meet

As the 14th seed for Thursday's Class AA boys 200-yard freestyle at the PIAA championships at Bucknell, Deer Lakes sophomore Adam Morrison felt confident he

Belle Vernon’s Shahan, Mt. Pleasant’s Gardner earn silver at PIAA swim championships

LEWISBURG — Several teams traveling from the north on Route 15 to the PIAA Class AA swimming championships at Bucknell on Thursday morning faced some

WPIAL swimmers punch tickets to finals on Day 1 at PIAA Class AA championships

LEWISBURG — WPIAL swimmers already are making their mark on Day 1 of the PIAA Class AA swimming and diving championships at Bucknell. Several posted

Plum’s Taylor earns eighth-place medal at PIAA swim championships

March 15, 2018

After two previous trips to the PIAA Class AAA swimming championships, Plum junior Devan Taylor knew what to expect, from the routines of getting ready

North Allegheny boys set national record in 400 freestyle relay; team claims PIAA title

LEWISBURG — It was a year in the making. The North Allegheny boys 400-yard freestyle relay touched the wall first at the 2017 PIAA Class

P-T diver Kalik finishes 6th at PIAAchampionships

LEWISBURG — For the second year in a row, Penn-Trafford junior Paige Kalik is a PIAA diving medalist. Kalik, this year's WPIAL Class AAA champion,

WPIAL swimmers set for Thursday’s championship finals at PIAA Class AAA meet

LEWISBURG - The North Allegheny boys swim team captured five PIAA AAA championships on Day 1 Wednesday at Bucknell University. The Tigers are hoping for

North Allegheny boys strike lots of gold on Day 1 of PIAA swimming championships

March 14, 2018

LEWISBURG — The North Allegheny boys swim team is well on its way to defending its PIAA Class AAA championship. The Tigers captured five state

Latrobe’s Jackson, Hempfield’s Mayo earn medals at PIAA swimming championships

LEWISBURG — Latrobe senior Rylee Jackson hoped to go faster in her 50-yard freestyle championship-finals swim Wednesday at the PIAA Class AAA swimming championships. She

Fox Chapel diver Cagley claims bronze at PIAA championships

LEWISBURG — Jonah Cagley found himself in third place after the first round of five dives Wednesday at the PIAA Class AAA boys diving championships

Several WPIAL swimmers, relays punch tickets to PIAA finals

North Allegheny boys swim team members garnered top seeds for the championship finals on Day 1 of the PIAA Class AAA championships Wednesday at Bucknell

A-K Valley swimmers hoping to make big splash at state meet

March 13, 2018

Sixteen days will pass for Highlands sophomore Rachel Blackburn between her final swim at the WPIAL Class AA championships March 2 and her lone event

Hempfield’s Mayo looks to improve times at PIAA meet

March 12, 2018

Hempfield junior Gavin Mayo swam a personal best of 20.73 seconds in the boys 50-yard freestyle at the WPIAL Class AAA championships March 1. He

Five things to watch at the PIAA swimming and diving championships

The stage is set for gold medals to be won and record times and point totals to be challenged as the PIAA hosts the state

Gateway girls bowling team earns berth in state tournament

After finishing undefeated in its section during the regular season and eighth at the WPIBL team championships Feb. 15, the Gateway girls bowling team had

Springdale boys ousted by West Middlesex in PIAAs

March 10, 2018

The Springdale boys basketball team hoped to make an impact Saturday in its PIAA 2A first-round game against District 10 champion West Middlesex. The Dynamos,

Plum’s Small, Penn-Trafford’s Barvinchak claim Western Pa. Regional bowling titles

March 9, 2018

Plum's Shannon Small and Penn-Trafford's Mike Barvinchak each captured singles titles at the Western Pennsylvania Regional Championships on Friday at Princess Lanes in Whitehall. Small

Freedman steps down as Gateway boys basketball coach

March 7, 2018

Daryn Freedman on Wednesday evening confirmed he is stepping down as head coach of the Gateway varsity boys basketball team. Freedman said his desire to

Lengthy layoff an obstacle for A-K Valley basketball teams

There aren't many secrets left between the Highlands and Franklin Regional boys basketball teams. The Section 3-5A co-champions will meet for the fourth time Friday

A-K Valley swimmers awarded bids to PIAA meet

March 6, 2018

Kiski Area senior Josh Madzy was pretty confident his time in the 100-yard backstroke at last Friday's WPIAL championships would net him a spot at

Times at WPIALs earn Westmoreland County swimmers spot at state meet

The PIAA on Tuesday released the automatic and at-large time qualifying lists for the Class AAA and AA swimming championships, set for March 14-17 at

Shoop brings Riverview back to WPIAL swimming championships

It had been 17 years since a swimmer from Riverview competed at the WPIAL championships. But freshman Beth Shoop was determined to bring the Raiders

PIAA releases qualifying lists for state swimming championships

The PIAA on Tuesday released the automatic and at-large time qualifying lists for the Class AAA and AA swimming championships March 14 to 17 at

Stewart nets 4 goals to vault Burrell past Kennedy Catholic

March 5, 2018

The Burrell hockey team scored 101 goals during its 18-game regular season, easily the most in PIHL Division 2. The Bucs' offense continued to surge

Plum’s Taylor, girls 200 medley relay shine at WPIAL meet

Plum junior Devan Taylor hauled in a pair of medals at the WPIAL Class AAA swim championships last week at Pitt's Trees Pool. She swam

Plum senior Jones to play hockey for Arizona State

Katherine Jones is looking to the future to help with her present. The Plum senior and one of the area's top girls hockey players has

PIAA again delays release of qualifying lists for state swimming championships

The PIAA has adjusted the day and time it will post the automatic and time qualifiers to the state swimming championships at Bucknell University. The

Gateway’s Olivia Livingston collects two WPIAL golds, sets sights on states

March 4, 2018

After defending both of her WPIAL Class AAA individual championships last week at Pitt's Trees Pool, Gateway sophomore Olivia Livingston is setting her sights on

PIAA postpones release of swimming state championship qualifier lists

Because of adverse winter weather that has impacted certain areas of the state, a couple of district swimming championship meets will not conclude until Sunday

Deer Lakes’ Loper surprises himself with WPIAL runner-up finish in 500 free

March 2, 2018

When Deer Lakes sophomore Noah Loper touched the wall at the completion of his 500-yard freestyle race Friday at the WPIAL Class AA swimming championships,

Records set on Day 2 of WPIAL Class AAA swimming championships

Three new records, numerous other fast swims and closely contested races highlighted the first session of the WPIAL Class AAA championships Thursday at Pitt's Trees

Fox Chapel’s Filo takes silver at WPIAL swimming

March 1, 2018

Fox Chapel senior Joslyn Filo knew what it felt like to bring home a WPIAL second-place medal. But she didn't know what it felt like

WPIAL swimmers break records on Day 1 of Class AAA meet

Three WPIAL records fell on Day 1 of the WPIAL Class AAA championships at Pitt's Trees Pool. North Allegheny junior Jack Wright kicked off the

Deer Lakes pair set for WPIAL swimming encore

February 28, 2018

Deer Lakes sophomores Adam Morrison and Renee Robson made their mark last March in their inaugural appearances at the WPIAL Class AA swim championships. Robson

A-K Valley hockey teams learn Penguins Cup playoff foes

February 27, 2018

The PIHL Penguins Cup playoff brackets were released Tuesday, and Plum, Fox Chapel, Kiski Area and Burrell know where they fit in for each battle

Countdown to WPIALs: Upper St. Clair’s Jack Fitzpatrick eyes back-to-back titles in 200 IM

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Plum swimmers seek WPIAL success

February 26, 2018

After more than three months of dual meets and practices of varying intensity, members of the Plum swim teams are on the cusp of the

Countdown to WPIALs: Butler’s Laura Goettler has WPIAL record to defend in 200 IM

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Livingston leads Gateway contingent into WPIAL swimming championships

Olivia Livingston understands she no longer is the hunter. The Gateway sophomore will be the hunted Thursday and Friday at the WPIAL Class AAA swimming

Countdown to WPIALs: Belle Vernon’s Ian Shahan hopes for grand debut

February 25, 2018

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Belle Vernon boys basketball survives Ambridge’s rally at WPIALs

February 24, 2018

Belle Vernon made sure there wouldn't be another second-half playoff victory rally for Ambridge. The Bridgers, the No. 6 seed in the WPIAL Class 4A

Apollo-Ridge girls lose to Neshannock, still have shot at PIAAs

Apollo-Ridge has a new rooting interest. After Saturday's 50-22 loss to No. 3 Neshannock in the WPIAL girls 3A quarterfinals at West Allegheny, the Vikings

Countdown to WPIALs: Mt. Pleasant’s Heather Gardner has golden expectations

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Highlands boys watch big fourth-quarter lead fade before holding off West A

February 23, 2018

With his team holding a 21-point lead at the midpoint of the third quarter of its WPIAL Class 5A quarterfinal Friday against West Allegheny, Highlands

Countdown to WPIALs: Penn Hills’ Kimani Gregory eyes continued success

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL championship

Fox Chapel’s Cagley among favorites to claim WPIAL diving gold

February 22, 2018

When the Fox Chapel and Franklin Regional swimming and diving teams met for section competition Feb. 8, spectators were treated to a mini WPIAL preview.

Countdown to WPIALs: Mt. Lebanon’s Trinity Ward eyes longstanding WPIAL record

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Apollo-Ridge upends Charleroi in girls Class 3A playoffs

February 21, 2018

Apollo-Ridge got knocked down early in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's WPIAL Class 3A first-round girls basketball game against Charleroi at Peters Township. The Vikings

Countdown to WPIALs: Mars’ Andrew Pierre excels in distance freestyle events

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Zolnierczyk’s free throws seal Springdale’s 1st playoff win since ’08

February 20, 2018

An eight-point halftime lead for the Springdale boys basketball team had evaporated into a back-and-forth one-possession battle with California in a WPIAL Class 2A first-round

Countdown to WPIALs: Indiana’s Payton Rayko in select company in Class AA

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Kiski Area hockey clinches playoffs by eliminating Deer Lakes

February 19, 2018

The Penguins Cup playoff fates of the Deer Lakes and Kiski Area hockey teams came down to Monday's head-to-head Class A matchup at Frozen Pond

Gildea to join former Plum athletes on Slippery Rock football team

Jackson Gildea began his high school athletic career at Plum as a goalkeeper on the boys soccer team. He added kicking for football his sophomore

Countdown to WPIALs: North Allegheny’s Mason Gonzalez has 4 titles to defend

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Gateway wrestlers prepare for section tournament

February 18, 2018

The Gateway wrestling team has put aside all of the invitationals and dual matches and is focusing on its postseason journey that begins Saturday with

Countdown to WPIALs: Gateway’s Olivia Livingston aims to defend record-setting freestyle titles

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Shaun Gates earns WPIAL title at 160, leads Burrell contingent into wrestling regionals

February 17, 2018

Burrell senior Shaun Gates finished third at 152 pounds at last year's WPIAL Class AA championships. His focus Saturday at Canon-McMillian was on loftier goals.

Riverview wrestler Tamburro makes program history, reaches WPIAL final

Riverview senior Christian Tamburro has an opportunity to accomplish something that hasn't happened in the Raiders wrestling program in 30 years. Tamburro won his first

WPIAL AA wrestling championships resume at Canon-McMillan

WPIAL wrestling titles will be decided Saturday at the AA individual tournament at Canon-McMillan High School. Twelve wrestlers in each weight class, the top four

Burrell wrestling sends all-time-high 13 to WPIAL individuals

February 16, 2018

The Burrell wrestling team got back in the practice room Monday after last weekend's PIAA Class AA team tournament in Hershey. The focus was on

Charity outdoor hockey game between Bethel Park, Peters Township set

PIHL Class AAA rivals Bethel Park and Peters Township already have played two league games this season. On Tuesday, however, the Black Hawks and Indians

A-K Valley girls teams leaning on playoff experience

February 15, 2018

The St. Joseph, Leechburg and Freeport girls basketball teams made positive impressions during last year's WPIAL playoffs and punched tickets to the PIAA tournament. All

WPIBL turning focus to singles championships

The Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League team championships took center stage this week at Wildlife Lanes in Lower Burrell and Family Bowl-Away in Butler. But

Freeport girls draw familiar opponent in WPIAL’s 1st round

February 13, 2018

The Freeport girls basketball team is experiencing some WPIAL playoff déjà vu. For the second year in a row, the Yellowjackets will face Elizabeth Forward

A-K Valley girls teams hoping for long postseason runs

February 12, 2018

The Leechburg girls basketball team missed the WPIAL playoffs in 2015, but that year, a group of freshmen began to form what would be the

Franklin Regional girls fall short of playoff goals

After a campaign of promising basketball in 2016-17, which included a winning record and a trip to the WPIAL Class 5A playoffs, the Franklin Regional

Plum wrestlers prep for section tournament

The WPIAL Class AAA wrestling section tournaments are just over a week away, and Plum's group of eight, coach Steve Stremple said, is getting a

Highlands rallies past Freeport for 5th straight victory

With 3 minutes, 30 seconds left in the third quarter of Monday's nonsection boys basketball matchup between Freeport and Highlands, the score was tied. The

Burrell girls bowling team hopes regular-season success carries over to postseason

The Burrell girls bowling team finished its regular season Wednesday in some rare company in the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League. The Bucs joined Gateway,

Tri-State indoor track and field championships set for Saturday

February 11, 2018

The winter indoor track and field season in western Pennsylvania will be celebrated Saturday at the Tri-State Track Coaches Association championships at Edinboro University. Competition

PIHL teams battle for playoff spots as regular season winds down

Several PIHL hockey teams in Division I (Class AAA, AA, A) and Division 2 have clinched Penguins Cup playoff spots and are working to position

Riverview girls basketball finishes section play with win

February 9, 2018

The Riverview girls basketball team clinched a spot in the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs Thursday without playing. Northgate's loss to Sto-Rox meant the Raiders will

PIHL announces January Players of the Month

The PIHL has announced its players of the month for January. Those selected will receive tickets to and be recognized at the Penguins home game

Leechburg girls basketball team trounces Brentwood

The Leechburg girls basketball team is not taking it easy as it closes out the regular season and turns its focus to the WPIAL Class

Plum, Riverview girls basketball teams control own destinies for playoffs

February 7, 2018

The Plum and Riverview girls basketball teams have followed similar paths this season. Both began with only one senior, several young starters and questions as

Freeport girls lock up 2nd in Section 1 with win over Burrell

February 5, 2018

The Freeport girls basketball team added to its playoff resume Monday as it closed the regular season with a resounding Section 1-4A victory over Burrell,

Plum girls remain in playoff hunt

With only one senior, one returning starter, several young players and several questions entering the season, first-year Plum girls basketball coach Steve Elsier said he

Gateway football players ready to finalize college plans on signing day

February 4, 2018

The Gateway football team garnered a great deal of attention near and far this fall as it earned the program's first WPIAL title in 31

Gateway football team celebrates memorable season with championship rings

A couple of weeks after the Gateway football team concluded its 2017 football season in the PIAA 5A state championship game, a plan began to

A-K Valley boys squads eye basketball playoff pairings

The WPIAL basketball playoff pairings committee meets Feb. 12 to set the brackets for the boys and girls playoffs in 12 classifications. Several A-K Valley

A-K Valley girls basketball teams head into final week with playoff spots up for grabs

February 3, 2018

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Freeport girls fend off Deer Lakes for section win

February 1, 2018

The Freeport girls basketball team had things going its way after one quarter of Thursday's Section 1-4A game at rival Deer Lakes. The Yellowjackets led

Burrell rolls into semifinals in search of 12th straight WPIAL wrestling title

January 31, 2018

Step one is complete. The Burrell wrestling team can turn its focus to Saturday's WPIAL Class AA semifinals in pursuit of its 12th consecutive team

Manke stands tall for Freeport girls basketball

At 5-foot-8, Jenna Manke often gives up a few inches to the player or players she goes up against in the paint. However, the Freeport

No. 1 Vincentian Academy too much for No. 4 Leechburg in Class 2A matchup

January 29, 2018

The Leechburg girls basketball team had won seven in a row heading into Monday's Section 2-2A matchup with No. 1 Vincentian Academy. The No. 4

After scoring snafu, Franklin Regional girls swim team awarded WCCA title

Members of the Hempfield girls swimming and diving team left Derry High School on Saturday with what they thought was a Westmoreland County Coaches Association

Paced by 6 all-stars, Franklin Regional hockey enters home stretch

The Franklin Regional ice hockey team is in the thick of a balanced playoff race in the PIHL Class AA South/East division. The Panthers began

Led by all-stars, Plum hockey makes playoff push

The Plum ice hockey team has been making a comeback recently in PIHL Class AAA. Last year's Class AA champion, coach Vinnie Somma said, has

WPIAL rifle regular season concludes this week ahead of team and individual championships

Only two more match dates remain in the WPIAL rifle regular season, and teams still are in battles for a spot in the team playoffs,

Area athletes bring home several firsts from second TSTCA indoor meet

January 28, 2018

The Tri-State Track Coaches Association hosted athletes from all throughout western Pennsylvania for a special Friday meet at Edinboro University. The meet, one of the

With leading scorer Johnson sidelined, Jeannette rolls past Springdale

January 27, 2018

Both the Jeannette and Springdale boys basketball teams entered Friday's Section 1-2A matchup hoping to avoid a second consecutive loss in section play. The Jayhawks

Kiski Area’s Madzy, back with varsity, preps for WCCAs

January 26, 2018

Joshua Madzy is glad to be back. The Kiski Area senior didn't swim high school meets last year as he opted to concentrate on training

Freeport girls hang with No. 1 North Catholic before falling

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic got the opening tip in Thursday's Section 1-4A matchup with Freeport, and Dani Short converted a layup after seven seconds. The

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic’s Rottmann wins No. 400 at alma mater

January 25, 2018

When the final buzzer sounded signalling the end of the Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic girls basketball team's 47-33 victory over Freeport, the Trojanettes players surrounded

Apollo-Ridge girls focused on stretch run after last season’s collapse

Last season's stretch run was anything but ideal for the Apollo-Ridge girls basketball team. The Vikings were right in the playoff mix through 12 games

Area swimmers and divers gearing up for annual WCCA championships

January 24, 2018

Westmoreland County's best swimmers and divers will descend on Derry High School on Friday and Saturday for the annual Westmoreland County Coaches Association championships. Diving

Deer Lakes girls basketball loses close contest to Knoch

January 23, 2018

A number of recent matchups between the Knoch and Deer Lakes girls basketball teams went down to the wire, including a five-point win by the

Franklin Regional’s Cavanaugh shows versatility in pool

January 22, 2018

Patrick Cavanaugh knows what it is like to compete at the WPIAL swimming championships in both individual and relay events. He earned a sixth-place medal

Plum’s Taylor adds name to school record board

Devan Taylor already owned the school record for the 100-yard breaststroke when she added the record for the 200 individual medley at Plum's Jan. 11

Several WPIAL athletes earn top honors at weekend indoor track events

Athletes from several dozen WPIAL and City League teams descended on Edinboro University on Saturday for the first Tri-State Track Coaches Association meet of the

Highlands girls basketball team growing with each game experience

January 20, 2018

The Highlands girls basketball team is young this season and head coach Drew Jonczak said the players have grown through facing adversities in forms such

Leechburg girls basketball gets offense going, tops Riverview

January 19, 2018

By the end of the first quarter of Thursday's Section 2-2A girls basketball game against Riverview, Leechburg had found its offense and the Raiders were

A-K Valley players earn PIHL all-star nods

January 18, 2018

The top hockey talent in the PIHL will gather Jan. 28 at Robert Morris' Island Sports Center, and Burrell coach Max Rickard said he's honored

Burrell girls’ WPIAL basketball playoff streak in danger

The Burrell girls basketball team has an active streak of six consecutive WPIAL playoff appearances. The current Bucs players would love to extend that streak,

Freeport-Deer Lakes matchup intense as playoff chase heats up

January 17, 2018

Freeport boys basketball coach Mike Beale said he expected intensity between his Yellowjackets and Deer Lakes on Tuesday — with physical defense, players diving everywhere

Freeport boys top Deer Lakes to earn key Section 1-4A win

Aiden Skradski was in the starting five for the Freeport boys basketball team Tuesday in its Section 1-4A clash with Deer Lakes. It was the

After death of freshman classmate, Freeport basketball teams help raise funds for various causes

The Freeport boys and girls basketball teams and their booster organizations, in conjunction with many others in the Freeport community came together Tuesday night to

Franklin Regional swimming and diving team members eye additional qualifying performances

January 16, 2018

The Franklin Regional swimming and diving teams always are well represented at the WPIAL championships at Pitt's Trees Pool. That is expected to be the

Burrell girls answer early challenge to defeat Valley

The Burrell and Valley girls basketball teams played even over the first six minutes of Monday's Section 1-4A matchup at Valley. The visiting Bucs then

Plum boys basketball works through challenging season

January 15, 2018

The Plum boys basketball team again finds itself in a challenging section. Section 3 of Class 6A often is regarded as one of the toughest

Plum swimmers making their marks in WPIAL competition

The Plum swimming team takes to the pool for a pair of meets this week with hopes of building on positive moments in and out

Christman, Mercurio lead Plum bowling teams

Meghan Christman is the defending Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League girls singles champion. With the talent featured throughout the WPIBL this season, the Plum senior

Gateway hockey alumni winter event helps connect past with present

January 14, 2018

The Gateway ice hockey organization has fielded teams for more than 40 years. The 1975-76 team was honored and enshrined by the Gateway Sports Hall

Gateway girls basketball team earning wins, showing improvement

Gateway girls basketball coach Curtis Williams understands the uphill battles his team faces considering his squad has only one senior and lacks depth. But, he

Key stretch looms for Freeport girls basketball team

January 13, 2018

When asked to break down the mission for his girls basketball team in the stretch run of the regular season, Freeport coach Fred Soilis kept

Sharrow’s scoring, rebounding key for Burrell girls basketball

January 12, 2018

Kaylen Sharrow's role for the Burrell girls basketball team increased last year as the Bucs continued a streak of six-straight WPIAL playoff appearances. That role

Freeport girls hold off Burrell rally in Section 1-4A victory

The Freeport girls basketball team built an 11-point lead at the end of the first quarter of Thursday's Section 1-4A game at Burrell. The Yellowjackets

Plum grads gather for annual alumni hockey game

January 11, 2018

A tradition spanning two decades continued Dec. 29 as more than 30 Plum High School graduates and Mustang ice hockey alumni gathered at Pittsburgh Ice

Kurpakus showing scoring touch for St. Joseph girls basketball

Last year as a junior, Chloe Kurpakus was one of three St. Joseph players to score in double figures as she averaged 12.2 points. Her

St. Joseph’s Jones again making her mark on the court

January 10, 2018

Alex Jones was first off the bench for the St. Joseph girls basketball team last year, but coach Sally Ackerman looked at her as another

Gators gunning for second section win Thursday in key matchup with Oakland Catholic

January 9, 2018

The Gateway girls basketball team plays a key Section 2-5A game Thursday at Oakland Catholic. The winner between the Gators (1-1) and the Eagles (2-1)

Burrell bowling teams set to begin second half of section play

The Burrell girls bowling team placed 13th at last year's WPIBL team championship and finished only 35 pins from the top 10. The Bucs entered

Plum wrestling in the mix for a section playoff spot

The top three teams from each wrestling subsection in WPIAL Class AAA qualify for the postseason, and Plum is right in the mix at 1-2

Sewickley Academy scores early, often in win against Deer Lakes

January 8, 2018

The Deer Lakes hockey team hoped to improve its playoff positioning in PIHL Class A Monday when it hosted Sewickley Academy at Frozen Pond in

Burrell hockey to return to action as playoff race heats up

When the Burrell hockey team returns to PIHL Division II action Jan. 15 against Kennedy Catholic at Pittsburgh Ice, it will end a nearly month

Gateway’s Mark Bozicevic keeping opponents honest with 3-point shooting

January 7, 2018

The Latrobe and Gateway boys basketball teams engaged in an epic battle Dec. 12 with the Wildcats outlasting the Gators, 92-91, in two overtimes. Gateway

Confidence growing for Gateway wrestling team

The young Gateway wrestling team continues to find its way in the 2017-18 season, and coach Ryan Sula said success on the mat is giving

Freeport bowlers improving in inaugural WPIBL season

Every year, new teams debut in the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League. Freeport joined this year, and coach Tom Livingston said team members of varying

Gateway boys relying on defense to find success in Section 3

January 4, 2018

The Gateway boys basketball team started Section 3-5A play Dec. 21 with a lockdown defensive performance in a 44-23 victory over Kiski Area. It was

Plum bowlers gain momentum after sweeping Franklin Regional

There was a little bit of frustration for the Plum boys bowling team heading into Wednesday's WPIBL East section clash with undefeated Franklin Regional. andquot;Even

A-K Valley girls basketball teams get back to WPIAL section action

With a majority of the nonsection games behind them, WPIAL girls basketball teams in the A-K Valley turn their attention to the stretch run in

A-K Valley girls basketball teams improving after period of struggle

January 3, 2018

The Springdale girls basketball team went winless last season and started the campaign with forfeits because of a lack of players. It was a low

Kiski Area goes down to wire with top Class A team as playoff race heats up

Kiski Area was on the cusp of an upset victory in PIHL Class A. The Cavaliers had undefeated Bishop McCort on the ropes with a

Gateway’s Livingston hoping to build on record-setting freshman season

Gateway sophomore Olivia Livingston, the defending WPIAL Class AAA 50- and 100-yard freestyle champion and record holder, came out strong in December in her quest

WPIAL rifle teams, individuals set for section competition

The new year for WPIAL rifle begins with section play and the quest for a number of teams to qualify for the team playoffs early

Burrell boys come up short in another close game

January 2, 2018

The Burrell boys basketball team was involved in a number of close games in December. The Bucs lost three games by two points or less

Gateway swimmers rack up records, qualifying times

December 30, 2017

When the Gateway swimmers and coaches arrived at the high school natatorium for practice last Thursday, they were greeted with cold temperatures as heating issues

Dunn drives Burrell girls in pursuit of another turnaround

December 28, 2017

Brittany Dunn's approach to athletics, both in basketball and softball, is to take nothing for granted. The Burrell senior basketball guard/forward, also a standout shortstop

WPIBL leaders post big numbers through December matches

December 27, 2017

Franklin Regional senior Kyle Wilkinson had perhaps the highlight of the first month of the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League 2017-18 season. Last week in

Valley girls pull away from Springdale with late surge

When the Valley and Springdale girls basketball teams met at the season-opening Springdale tournament Dec. 9, the Vikings earned a 16-point victory. Tuesday's rematch was

A-K Valley hockey teams gearing up for stretch run of PIHL season

With the PIHL regular season a little more than half complete, teams in playoff contention, including those from the A-K Valley, are beginning to look

Young Plum team gaining experience through mat action

December 26, 2017

Plum head wrestling coach Steve Stremple said he is encouraged from what he's seen from the effort of his young team over the first few

Brothers on Highlands swim team dedicated season to grandfather, A-K Valley sports figure

December 23, 2017

Cole Masarik has his sights set on earning a medal in the 100-yard breaststroke at the WPIAL championships and qualifying for states. The Highlands senior

Plum wrestling coaches encouraged by early-season effort

Plum wrestling coach Steve Stremple examined his team's numbers coming into the season and concluded that it would be behind the 8-ball when it came

Freeport misses mark at buzzer in loss to Indiana

Ben Beale made five 3-pointers and finished with a team-high 15 points Friday as Freeport hoped to score a home win over Indiana, the Tribune-Review's

Kiski Area girls basketball team hoping for more after ‘signature’ win

December 22, 2017

A section victory over Albert Gallatin late in the 2014-15 season snapped a 24-game section losing streak for the Kiski Area girls basketball team. Little

Deer Lakes hockey ready for stretch run in PIHL Class A

December 21, 2017

The Deer Lakes hockey team got back in the win column in a big way Monday as it routed Blackhawk, 8-2. The Lancers, now 6-5

Leechburg girls driven to compete for section crown

December 20, 2017

The Leechburg girls basketball team is 4-1 overall heading into a Section 2-2A contest Thursday against Northgate. That one loss came at the hands of

AK Valley boasts several of WPIBL’s top bowlers in early-season competition

The Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League is several weeks into its 2017-18 schedule and a number of A-K Valley competitors are at the top of

Kiski Area girls snap long losing skid in section play

December 18, 2017

With just over five minutes left in the fourth quarter of Monday's Section 4-5A girls basketball game between Plum and Kiski Area, the Mustangs held

Kiski Area hockey hopes to maintain winning streak

The Kiski Area hockey team suffered an 11-5 loss to undefeated Meadville on Nov. 20, but since then, the Cavaliers have won three straight games

Gateway bowlers set lofty postseason goals

December 17, 2017

Heading into this season, Gateway bowling coach Joe Bowman saw the potential in his boys and girls teams. With everyone back for the Gators boys

Gateway wrestling making progress

Sophomore Evan Whiteside's first season on the Gateway varsity wrestling team featured a team-best 22 victories in 32 matches. andquot;Evan learned a lot last year,andquot;

Burrell girls basketball team eyes fast starts under new coach

December 14, 2017

One of the things Burrell first-year girls basketball coach Meaghan Volek hoped to see from her team as it got into its early schedule was

Alle-Kiski girls basketball teams find early success

December 13, 2017

Freeport girls basketball coach Fred Soilis said he saw some good things from his team despite season-opening tournament losses to South Fayette and Keystone Oaks,

Freeport girls basketball runs away with win over Apollo-Ridge

December 11, 2017

With a little more than three minutes elapsed in Monday's nonsection girls basketball game, Freeport had 16 points on its side of the scoreboard. Apollo-Ridge

Taylor looks to improve record time for Plum swimming

Devan Taylor is the fastest girls 100-yard breaststroker in the history of Plum swimming. She proved it again last year when she set the school

Gateway’s Livingston returns to defend WPIAL, PIAA titles

December 10, 2017

Olivia Livingston burst onto the high school swimming scene in a big way last year. She already was known as a high-level racer in club-swimming

Alle-Kiski Valley swimmers hunt for hardware

Renee Robson made the most of her first varsity swim season. The Deer Lakes sophomore posted one of the area's top WPIAL finishes last year

New-look Plum opens season with win against Gateway

December 8, 2017

With three new starters and several others playing their first varsity game, first-year Plum boys basketball coach Hart Coleman said he was anxious to see

Valley looks to add victories with deeper lineup

December 4, 2017

Last year, the Valley girls basketball team struggled with numbers. The Vikings started the season with eight players on the roster and were down to

Valley boys look to maintain momentum after trip to postseason

Two years ago, the Valley boys basketball team had a season most would want to forget. The Vikings went 1-20 overall and were winless in

Plum girls learning new system under 1st-year coach Elsier

November 30, 2017

Alexa Seigh understood the process. The Plum junior and a number of her teammates went through the transition of a coaching change 18 months ago,

Plum boys quickly adjust to 1st-year coach Coleman

When first-year Plum boys basketball coach Hart Coleman got settled into the position after his hiring in late June, he quickly realized his team for

Gateway’s Herman, Kromka make college choices official

November 26, 2017

November's NCAA national letter of intent early signing period has been fruitful for Gateway seniors the past couple of years. Jordan Edwards (Niagara, basketball) and

Freeport girls basketball sets sights on longer run

The Freeport girls basketball team put a longstanding drought to rest last season by winning a WPIAL playoff game for the first time since 2004

Freeport boys basketball hoping to build on last season’s playoff berth

The Freeport boys basketball team began last season with uncertainty as it took the court with four new starters. But the Yellowjackets came together throughout

Freeport volleyball celebrates special season

November 20, 2017

The Freeport girls volleyball team scheduled its season-closing banquet for Sunday evening no matter how far it advanced in the WPIAL or state playoffs. It

North Allegheny sweeps Bishop Shanahan to capture PIAA Class 4A volleyball championship

November 18, 2017

Every member of the North Allegheny girls volleyball team wasn't born when the program last won a PIAA championship. The Tigers captured three straight Class

Knoch outlasts Allentown Central Catholic to win PIAA Class AAA volleyball title

JOHNSTOWN — The Knoch girls volleyball team saw its 2016 season come to an end in the PIAA quarterfinals. From that loss, the Knights players

Freeport rallies past Delone Catholic to capture 1st PIAA volleyball title

JOHNSTOWN — Freeport knew all about having to rally in the PIAA playoffs. The Yellowjackets lost the first game against District 10 champion Corry in

Freeport volleyball braces for another district champion in bid for 1st PIAA title

At the time the Freeport girls volleyball team played District 6 champion Bald Eagle and District 10 champ Corry in the PIAA Class AA first

Freeport girls volleyball set to wrap up season in PIAA title game

November 17, 2017

The Freeport girls volleyball team will hold its final practice of the season Friday afternoon. For the team members, it is expected to be a

Freeport girls avenge loss to Beaver, advance to PIAA title game

November 14, 2017

Hannah Mason got pretty emotional in anticipation of the final point that clinched the Freeport girls volleyball team's first-ever trip to the PIAA championship game.

Plum set to induct new class of athletes into Hall of Fame

November 13, 2017

Plum graduates Anthony Cipollone and Jeff Hahn are members of their respective collegiate halls of fame. Cipollone, a 1988 Plum graduate, received enshrinement into the

Plum baseball players make college decisions final

Each year, the Plum High School baseball program has a knack for celebrating a number of seniors who will take their talents to the next

Freeport volleyball ready for rematch with WPIAL champion Beaver

As soon as Freeport finished its four-game victory over Corry on Saturday in the PIAA Class AA girls volleyball quarterfinals at Slippery Rock High School,

Amid program’s best run, Freeport girls volleyball team still hungry

The Freeport girls volleyball team celebrated making school history Saturday with dinner and a movie. After beating defending state champion Corry to become the first

Gateway’s Jordan Edwards, Olivia Miller finalize college decisions

November 12, 2017

Jordan Edwards saw Gateway athletes celebrate their college choices on signing day year after year, and she knew some day, her time would come. That

Freeport volleyball knocks off defending PIAA champs to advance to semifinals for first time

November 11, 2017

There will be a new PIAA Class AA champion in girls volleyball. Freeport stopped District 10 champion Corry's run to a repeat with a 3-1

Central Catholic downs Penn Hills to return to WPIAL Class 6A final

November 10, 2017

Central Catholic is headed back to Heinz Field. For the fifth straight season and second time in the new 6A classification, the Vikings will play

Freeport volleyball hoping to reach 1st PIAA semifinals, but reigning champ stands in way

Haley Graham remembers the feeling, just two years ago, when Freeport last made it to the PIAA Class AA quarterfinal round. The junior middle hitter

Freeport volleyball’s stellar defense must step up vs. Corry

November 9, 2017

The Bald Eagle Area and Freeport girls volleyball teams were going back and forth early in the third set of Tuesday's PIAA Class AA first-round

Freeport sweeps into PIAA girls volleyball quarterfinals

November 7, 2017

CRESSON — The Freeport girls volleyball team ran the gamut of emotions after Saturday's five-set loss to Beaver in the WPIAL Class AA championship game.

Springdale boys soccer regroups for PIAA playoffs

November 5, 2017

As Friday's 2-0 loss to Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic in the WPIAL Class A title game was still fresh in the minds and on the

CW North Catholic blanks Springdale to claim WPIAL boys soccer title

November 3, 2017

The Springdale boys soccer team's run to Friday's WPIAL Class A championship game was fueled by upsets against higher-seeded playoff opponents. The No. 7 Dynamos

Freeport girls volleyball aims for 3rd consecutive WPIAL title

Hannah Mason knows what it's like to go head-to-head in an intense battle with the Beaver girls volleyball team. The senior outside hitter and her

Moon girls edge Mars to defend WPIAL Class AAA title

It wasn't easy, but the Moon girls soccer team is a champion again. The Tigers took one-goal leads twice in Friday's WPIAL Class AAA title

Defending champion Freeport girls advance to WPIAL title game

November 2, 2017

Freeport ran away from Serra Catholic in Game 1 of Thursday's WPIAL Class AA semifinal at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic. The No. 1-seeded Yellowjackets were

Fox Chapel leads way as A-K Valley runners head to PIAAs

The Fox Chapel girls cross country team made a charge at a WPIAL team championship last week at Cooper's Lake Campground. The Foxes finished as

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 10

November 1, 2017

Isiah Bauman Freeport, so., WR/DB Bauman (6-0, 165) caught a touchdown in last week's 34-6 victory over Valley. It was his second score of the

Fox Chapel faces familiar foe Penn-Trafford in opening round

Nick Gizzo was a freshman the most recent time Fox Chapel made the WPIAL playoffs. It was 2014, and the Foxes, as the No. 15

Waynesburg girls soccer ends Freeport’s season

October 30, 2017

The Freeport girls soccer team hoped for a repeat performance. The Yellowjackets' run to last year's WPIAL Class AA title game included a victory over

Springdale boys soccer set for semifinal match

October 28, 2017

For much of the regular season, the Springdale boys soccer team worked on setting up corner kicks as high-level scoring opportunities. The players knew that

Freeport shows physicality in victory over Valley

Freeport came within seconds of posting its third shutout of the season. But a 45-yard scamper for a touchdown by Valley quarterback Alex Ward on

Riverview cross country follows Barnes to 2nd-place WPIAL finish

October 26, 2017

Ben Barnes battled the Cooper's Lake cross country course, many of the best runners in the WPIAL and a nagging back issue. In the end,

Springdale boys soccer edges No. 2 Freedom to reach semifinals

October 25, 2017

Springdale knew of Freedom's offensive and defensive prowess that propelled it to an undefeated record in Class A Section 1, a 17-1 regular-season mark and

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 9

Alex Bellinotti Burrell, jr., TE/LB The Bucs hope to end a tough season on a positive note, and the two-way standout is expected to be

WPIAL boys soccer quarterfinal preview capsules for A-K Valley teams

October 24, 2017

Quarterfinals Class AA No. 12 Beaver (7-8-3) vs. No. 4 Deer Lakes (13-3-2) 8 p.m. Wednesday at Seneca Valley On air: Tribhssn.triblive.com Winner plays: No.

Plum girls soccer falls to North Allegheny in 1st round

October 23, 2017

It wasn't the start Plum had envisioned. As a result, it wasn't the ending the Mustangs wanted. North Allegheny jumped out to a quick two-goal

Plum runners ready for WPIAL meet

Nick Kinek was used to running shorter distances in junior high cross country races. The increase to 3.1 miles for varsity competitions this season apparently

Upper St. Clair bests Plum boys soccer in overtime

October 21, 2017

Four times in the regular season the Plum boys soccer team scored a goal in the final 10 minutes of regulation to tie or take

Wesley shines as Imani Christian routs Springdale

October 20, 2017

Tawan Wesley only threw 12 passes in Friday night's Eastern Conference battle between Imani Christian and Springdale, but 11 of them were completed. The Saints

WPIAL boys soccer playoff capsules

October 19, 2017

Class AAAA First round No. 16 Fox Chapel (9-8) at No. 1 Peters Township (14-0-1) 5 p.m. Saturday Winner plays: No. 8 Penn-Trafford or No.

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 8

October 18, 2017

Matt Charlton Freeport, sr., OL/DL The veteran will be key on both sides of the ball in a matchup with Keystone Oaks that will decide

Deer Lakes boys soccer team excited for postseason

October 16, 2017

In Jordan Wiegand's first stint as coach of the Deer Lakes boys soccer team, he helped the 2013 Lancers snap an 11-year playoff-appearance drought. As

Much more awaits Gateway tennis standout Abby Herman

October 15, 2017

Abby Herman said the impending conclusion of her high school tennis career is bittersweet. On one hand, the Gateway senior can look back on one

Deer Lakes boys soccer edges Freeport

October 12, 2017

The Deer Lakes boys soccer team had a two-sided goal as it hosted rival Freeport on Thursday in the Section 2-AA finale for both teams.

GCC girls stay atop Section 1-A after topping Apollo-Ridge

October 11, 2017

The Greensburg Central Catholic and Apollo-Ridge girls soccer teams share space with Shady Side Academy at or near the top of the Section 1-A standings.

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 7

Seth Cohen Highlands, jr., QB Highlands nearly pulled off an upset of Montour last week, and the Golden Rams QB was a big part of

Freeport boys soccer team eyes playoff run

October 9, 2017

Last year, the Freeport boys soccer team was unbeaten in Section 2-AA play. With a core of key returning contributors, the Yellowjackets hoped for a

Gateway Sports Hall of Fame set to induct Class of 2017

October 8, 2017

The Gateway Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2017 began in the late 1960s with a founding father of Gateway's football success and continued to

Fox Chapel field hockey counting on young players as it attempts WPIAL three-peat

Fox Chapel is the two-time defending WPIAL Class AAA field hockey champion. The Foxes knew they would get everyone's top game this season as they

Gateway QB Brady Walker throws 6 touchdowns in rout of Plum

October 6, 2017

The Gateway football team wasted little time getting scoring Friday night at Plum. Gators senior quarterback Brady Walker found Jeremiah Josephs for a 12-yard touchdown.

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 6

October 4, 2017

Devon Binz Riverview, jr., RB/DB The major focus of the offense in recent weeks at tailback, Binz (5-foot-10, 170 pounds) hopes to break out against

Burrell girls soccer gets section win over Springdale

October 2, 2017

The Burrell girls soccer team called upon its patience and perseverance Monday during its Section 2-AA game with rival Springdale at Buccaneer Stadium. The Bucs

Plum boys soccer team chasing section championship

The members of the Plum boys soccer team met Saturday morning — early — for a light 90-minute workout to bridge the gap between last

East Boros Sports Hall of Fame to enshrine newest class

September 30, 2017

Amy (Williams) Scheuneman was a star in soccer, cross county and track and field at Plum High School in the late 1990s. Just a few

Springdale tramples Riverview behind ground game that gains 278 yards

September 29, 2017

Legendary football coach Chuck Wagner was honored and celebrated in an emotional time of recognition before Friday's Eastern Conference game between Riverview and Springdale at

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 5

September 27, 2017

Logan Bitar Burrell, jr., RB/DB Bitar (5-foot-11, 170 pounds) is the workhorse for the Bucs' offense with 778 rushing yards and five TDs on 105

Riverview, Springdale boys soccer facing crucial stretch in Section 3-A

September 25, 2017

The Springdale and Riverview boys soccer teams enter Tuesday's Section 3-A play date tied for third place with 5-2-1 records. But both the Dynamos and

Apollo-Ridge freshmen lead ‘monumental win’ over Burrell

September 23, 2017

Apollo-Ridge faced a sizeable degree of adversity coming into its Allegheny Conference 3A game against rival Burrell on Friday at Owens Field. The Vikings lost

Rivals Riverview, Springdale play to draw in 1st meeting

September 21, 2017

As the first half of the Section 3-A slate came to a close Thursday afternoon, the Riverview and Springdale boys soccer teams each had three

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 4

September 20, 2017

Noah Gillette Highlands, jr., LB The Golden Rams used a big defensive performance to upend rival Knoch last week, and Gillette (5-foot-10, 192 pounds) was

Plum runners continue to lower times

September 18, 2017

The Plum boys and girls cross country teams were young at last year's WPIAL championships. The Mustangs boys took 18th, and the girls were 25th.

Highlands boys soccer shows marked improvement, eyes postseason berth

A 4-2 home nonsection win last Thursday was the fourth of the season for the Highlands boys soccer team. The Golden Rams, 4-4, won just

Plum hands Franklin Regional football 1st defeat

September 15, 2017

The Plum offense struggled over the first three weeks of the season. The Mustangs had scored just nine points, and they came on three Jackson

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 3

September 13, 2017

Logan Harmon Apollo-Ridge, fr., RB The Vikings are 3-0, and a number of newcomers have helped the cause. Harmon (5-foot-7, 190) tallied 82 rushing yards

A-K Valley boys soccer teams in transition gain early footing

September 11, 2017

The St. Joseph varsity boys soccer team tested its mettle Monday afternoon against an undefeated Freeport squad ranked third in the Tribune-Review's WPIAL Class AA

Plum golfer Shelby Shumaker set to compete at Pebble Beach

Two years ago this month, Shelby Shumaker traveled to the Pebble Beach Golf Course in California to support older sister Samantha who played in the

Seton LaSalle rallies to take down Valley in Allegheny Conference

September 9, 2017

Things started well enough for Valley in its Allegheny Conference game Friday against Seton LaSalle at Memorial Stadium. The Vikings scored on the first play

No. 4 Freeport boys soccer tops No. 2 Shady Side Academy in lightning-halted game

September 7, 2017

With 16 minutes and 44 seconds left in the second half of Thursday's Section 2-2A boys soccer match between rivals Freeport and Shady Side Academy,

Burrell, Freeport girls soccer clash suspended by weather

September 6, 2017

Mother Nature didn't let the Freeport and Burrell girls soccer teams finish their Section 2-AA opener Wednesday evening at Burrell High School. Lightning caused a

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 2

Logan Bitar Burrell, jr., RB/DB Despite his team's 12-6 loss to Hopewell on Friday, Bitar (5-foot-11, 170 pounds) tallied 185 yards on 23 carries and

Plum volleyball not satisfied with ’16 finish

September 4, 2017

Carly Bonk saw her Plum varsity girls volleyball team make strides throughout last season, and those improvements culminated in a third-place finish in Section 4

Plum’s Elsier settles in as girls basketball coach

September 3, 2017

Steve Elsier finds himself in unfamiliar territory as the new Plum girls basketball coach, but he is not unfamiliar to coaching at the high school

Keystone Oaks scores twice in 4th quarter to rally past Valley

September 1, 2017

Through three quarters of Friday's season-opening Allegheny Conference clash with Valley at Dormont Stadium, Keystone Oaks had just three points on its side of the

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 1

August 30, 2017

Ben Blacksmith Riverview, jr., WR/DB Blacksmith is one of several on a still-young team with returning experience from a playoff squad. Blacksmith (6-foot, 160) should

Former Biglerville coach Elsier to lead Plum girls

August 28, 2017

A summer search at Plum has landed a new varsity girls basketball coach. Steve Elsier, the boys varsity coach at District 3's Biglerville High School

Plum boys soccer team looking for more this season after successful 2016

August 27, 2017

Last season was one of growth for the members of the Plum boys soccer team. The Mustangs turned things around from a 2-9-1 section record

Plum girls soccer team eyes next step after winning sectional title

The Plum girls soccer team snapped a long drought last fall, capturing its first section championship since 1988. The Mustangs clinched a tie for the

Fitzroy leads Apollo-Ridge in rout of Leechburg

August 26, 2017

Apollo-Ridge's Kyle Fitzroy connected with younger brother Klay on an 11-yard touchdown pass with 8 minutes, 42 seconds left in the first quarter of Friday's

A-K Valley players to watch for Week Zero

August 24, 2017

Drew DiNunzio-Biss Kiski Area, RB/LB, jr. The Cavaliers' veteran will try to pick up where he left off last season against Canon-McMillan on Friday. DiNunzio-Biss

Gateway football team motivated by how its 2016 season ended

August 20, 2017

Five seconds. That's all that separated Gateway from last year's WPIAL 5A championship game at Heinz Field. But McKeesport's dramatic last-second Hail Mary touchdown in

Riverview football has big plans for transfer Conley

Riverview sophomore offensive lineman and defensive end Zach Hanlon said the young Raiders, with numbers in the low 20s, will need to overcome adversities this

Apollo-Ridge girls soccer keeps building

Three years ago, a group of girls set out on a journey to establish a soccer program at Apollo-Ridge. The foundation was set for future

Dual-threat Romanchak ready to lead Freeport back to playoffs

August 15, 2017

Austin Romanchak grew up with a mentor in his backyard. He watched his older brother, Andrew, develop his athletic skills and mold himself into a

Alex Bellinotti leads Burrell football into season

August 12, 2017

Two years ago, as a freshman, Burrell's Alex Bellinotti got his chance to show what he could do with playing time on offense, defense and

Plum graduate Joyce recognized for perseverance, courage

August 7, 2017

Steven Joyce finished his Stampede in the Park 5K race July 22 in eighth place with a time of 19 minutes, 50 seconds. The 23-year-old

Gateway football hopes 7-on-7 success can translate into wins

August 6, 2017

Preseason camp for WPIAL high school football begins early Monday morning. Gateway has its sights set on a strong season in Class 5A. The Gators

After transferring from Central Catholic, Thomas brings championship experience to Penn Hills

July 19, 2018

Corey Thomas knew a lot about the talent at Penn Hills long before his transfer to the school from Central Catholic this past spring. The

Penn Hills’ Mathis preps for breakout season

July 14, 2018

Hollis Mathis put up big numbers last season from his quarterback position and led Penn Hills to an 8-4 record in Class 6A, a 3-3

Josephs returns to bolster defense for WPIAL Class 5A champion Gateway

July 10, 2018

While the Gateway offense grabbed a lot of the headlines last fall during the team's run to the WPIAL Class 5A championship and the PIAA

Gateway’s Courtney Jackson ready to build on breakout season

July 8, 2018

The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason WPIAL Football All-Star team. The players

Penn Hills’ Hardy counting down to promising ’18 campaign

July 3, 2018

The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason WPIAL Football All-Star team. The players

Gateway’s Davis looks to build on impressive freshman season

July 1, 2018

The Tribune-Review and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling each member of the 25-player Trib HSSN Preseason WPIAL Football All-Star team. The players

Highlands basketball tandem on path to recovery

June 28, 2018

Jaharee Holt went after a loose ball heading out of play. She fell, landed awkwardly and felt a pop in her left knee. At that

New Kensington gymnast Pierson to compete with all-stars in Hungary

June 26, 2018

Abbie Pierson finalized obtaining a passport Tuesday that will allow her travel internationally this fall. The New Kensington resident and rising senior at St. Joseph

St. Joseph student fares well at state, regional and national gymnastic meets

June 20, 2018

Abbie Pierson, a rising senior at St. Joseph High School and a New Kensington resident, fared well in several gymnastics competitions this spring. Pierson, who

New girls basketball coaches start preparing their teams

June 17, 2018

With close to two months since they were hired and with the summer beginning, new girls basketball coaches Nick Dizon (Kiski Area) and Courtney Kordes

Darius Johnson leads A-K Valley contingent in Foothills Classic

June 15, 2018

Darius Johnson came into Friday's Foothills Classic all-star football game at Hempfield with a lot of confidence. The Valley standout got his chance to shine,

With rivalry aside, Burrell, Valley players join forces for Foothills Football Classic

June 14, 2018

Jacob Robertson experienced up close the intensity of the Burrell-Valley on Friday night football rivalry. He and his Bucs teammates were on the short end

Players selected to All-WPIAL, all-section girls lacrosse squads

June 13, 2018

The All-WPIAL and all-section girls lacrosse teams for both Class AAA and Class AA recently were finalized. Eight AAA teams and eight in AA were

Positive Athlete Pittsburgh presents annual awards, scholarships

The Sen. John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum provided the setting Tuesday evening for the seventh annual Positive High School Athlete awards.

Gymnast Miller finishes Gateway career strong

June 8, 2018

Olivia Miller knew she would be a gymnast at Pitt since she gave a verbal commitment to the Panthers program as a sophomore at Gateway.

Plum athletes set to begin collegiate careers

Members of the Plum High School Class of 2018 accepted their diplomas June 7. The ceremony capped an important chapter in their lives. A number

Blackhawk’s Amalia gives verbal commitment to Robert Morris

June 4, 2018

Blackhawk rising junior guard Mackenzie Amalia announced her verbal commitment Monday evening to the women's basketball program at Division I Robert Morris. Amalia averaged 17

Gateway softball enjoys improvement in ’18

June 1, 2018

Before the Gateway softball team began its season, first-year coach Scott Lewis said learning and skill improvement in every practice and game would be major

Gateway’s Jackson stays busy at PIAA championships

Gateway track and field was well represented in championship meets to close out the 2017 spring campaign, and those performances extended to the PIAA Class

Former Plum player Mains set to lead Mustangs hockey program

When Phil Mains heard Plum hockey officials were interested in talking with him about their open head coach position, he was excited to see what

Plum’s Linhart excels at PIAA championships

Last year, Plum's Hunter Linhart placed 17th in the discus at the WPIAL Class AAA track and field championships at Baldwin. He refocused his efforts

Brownsville tops Avonworth to claim 1st WPIAL Class 3A baseball title

May 30, 2018

Nearly two decades had passed since a Brownsville baseball team played for a WPIAL baseball championship. The Falcons suffered a loss to Waynesburg in the

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic baseball wins WPIAL championship

May 29, 2018

With eight seniors in the lineup for Tuesday's WPIAL Class 2A baseball championship game against Serra Catholic at Washington's Wild Things Park, an experienced Cardinal

Gateway’s Bryce Washington invited to elite camp for football specialists

May 27, 2018

Gateway junior Bryce Washington is invitated to the Kohl's Kicking National Invitational Scholarship Camp on July 21-22 in Milwaukee. Many of the nation's top kickers,

All four WPIAL champs advance to PIAA boys singles, doubles tennis semifinals

May 25, 2018

Two WPIAL singles players and two doubles teams still are alive for titles at the PIAA boys tennis championships at the Hershey Racquet Club. All

WPIAL Class AAA boys volleyball all-star teams recognized

The WPIAL Class AAA boys volleyball all-star first, second and third teams were announced between the Class AA and AAA championships games Thursday night at

WPIAL Class AA boys volleyball all-star teams announced

The WPIAL Class AA boys volleyball all-star first, second and third teams were announced between the Class AA and AAA championships games Thursday night at

Short-handed Deer Lakes loses to Montour in WPIAL Class AA volleyball consolation

May 24, 2018

A return trip to the PIAA state playoffs wasn't in the cards for Deer Lakes boys volleyball. After losing the first two games of Thursday's

High hopes for Highlands’ CJ Thimons at PIAA track and field

CJ Thimons finished fourth in the Class AAA 800-meter run at WPIALs on May 17. The Highlands sophomore ran a time of 1 minute, 55.75

Deer Lakes, Montour meet in WPIAL boys volleyball comsolation

May 23, 2018

Two years ago, the Deer Lakes boys volleyball team, as the No. 3 seed in the WPIAL Class AA tournament, lost in the district semifinals.

Mains returns to Plum as varsity hockey head coach

A sizeable portion of Phil Mains' growth in hockey came in the several years he spent as a player in the Plum program more than

McCoy’s walk-off hit leads South Side Beaver baseball past Burrell

May 21, 2018

When Luke Virag lifted a ball over the right-field fence with two runners on in the top of the third of Monday's WPIAL Class 3A

Gateway baseball reflects on 3rd straight trip to postseason

May 19, 2018

The Gateway baseball team was on the cusp of ending a WPIAL playoff win drought that extended more than two decades. The Gators and Hampton

Valley’s Johnson defends WPIAL high jump title

May 17, 2018

Darius Johnson knew what it was like to stand at the top of the medals podium at the WPIAL Class AA track and field championships

Burrell girls relay golden again at WPIAL championships

The Burrell girls 400-meter relay team pulled off a four-peat Thursday at the WPIAL track and field championships at Baldwin High School. The Bucs team

Valley’s Buzzell seeks golden debut at WPIAL championships

May 16, 2018

Jared Buzzell is making his debut at the WPIAL track and field championships. The Valley senior sprinter missed out on an opportunity to run there

Fast start fuels Plum baseball in 1st-round win vs. Mt. Lebanon

May 15, 2018

The Plum baseball team jumped to a three-run lead on Mt. Lebanon in the first inning of Tuesday's WPIAL 6A first-round game at North Allegheny.

Deer Lakes volleyball looks forward to WPIAL quarterfinals

May 14, 2018

Deer Lakes boys volleyball earned the No. 3 seed for the WPIAL Class AA playoffs and received a bye into the quarterfinals as the brackets

WPIAL releases boys volleyball playoff brackets

The WPIAL released its Class AAA and AA boys volleyball playoff brackets Monday morning, and North Allegheny and Derry are the No. 1 seeds, respectively.

Defending champions seek repeat performances at WPIAL meet

The WPIAL Class AAA and AA track and field individual finals are Thursday at Baldwin, and there are several athletes who will attempt to defend

Sprinters lead Gateway boys into WPIAL meet

May 12, 2018

The Gateway track and field teams will be well represented at the WPIAL Class AAA individual championships Thursday at Baldwin. andquot;There is a chance for

Strong finishes lead Gateway baseball, softball teams to postseason berths

As with every other baseball and softball team in the WPIAL, the Gateway squads endured a number of early-season game postponements or cancellations and too

Plum sending 5 athletes to WPIAL track and field event

May 11, 2018

Maddie Monick now is a three-time WPIAL qualifier in the hurdles who hopes to return to the PIAA championships in a couple of weeks. The

WPIAL track and field championship heat sheets released

May 10, 2018

The heat sheets for both the WPIAL AAA and AA championships were released to the WPIAL website Thursday morning, paving the way for teams and

WPIAL alums named to PAC softball all-star teams

May 9, 2018

The Presidents Athletic Conference announced its 2018 softball all-star teams and annual award winners Wednesday, and numerous WPIAL alums filled the lists. Selected to the

Kiski Area softball holds off Armstrong to clinch playoff spot

May 8, 2018

The Kiski Area softball team is heading back to the playoffs. The Cavaliers topped Armstrong, 4-3, in their Section 1-5A finale Tuesday and clinched their

Burrell girls settle for 2nd at WPIAL championship meet

May 7, 2018

As the defending WPIAL Class AA girls track and field champion, Burrell entered Monday's championship meet at Baldwin hoping to continue a trend among the

Final WPVCA boys rankings released

The final Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association boys WPIAL rankings were released Monday, and North Allegheny and Ambridge remained in the top spots of the

Coaches, campus led Gateway’s Jackson to choose Syracuse

May 5, 2018

Courtney Jackson will go from Gateway black and gold to the orange of Syracuse. The Gators junior ended a busy football recruiting process by giving

Alvis Rogers set to lead Gateway boys basketball

Alvis Rogers was quick to put his name in the hat to become the new varsity boys basketball head coach at Gateway. He wanted to

Deer Lakes throwers prepare for WPIAL meet

May 3, 2018

At the Allegheny Interscholastic Conference (Section 7-AA) track and field championships April 25 at Freeport High School, Deer Lakes swept the girls throwing events. Seniors

Confidence growing for Deer Lakes volleyball players

May 2, 2018

With the WPIAL boys volleyball playoffs right around the corner — the playing pairings are expected to be released May 14 — Deer Lakes players

Teams set for WPIAL track and field finals

May 1, 2018

The WPIAL team track and field finals are set after Tuesday's semifinal meets, and three of the four champions from 2017 will have a shot

Deer Lakes softball belts 3 home runs to defeat Valley

April 30, 2018

The long ball served the Deer Lakes softball team well in Monday's Section 1-3A contest at Valley. Three home runs accounted for all four Lancers

Western Pa. Boys Volleyball Coaches Association releases Week 7 rankings

The WPIAL Class AAA and AA boys volleyball playoffs are getting closer as teams prepare themselves for the stretch run of the regular season. The

Alvis Rogers ready to take over Gateway boys basketball program

April 29, 2018

It was well known Alvis Rogers likely was going to be named the new coach of the Gateway boys basketball program before Thursday's school board

Gateway grad Means runs record 100 time at Shippensburg invitational

Gateway graduate and Cal (Pa.) junior Jae'Len Means recorded the fastest time in the 100-meter dash in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference since 2006 with

Burrell sprint relay takes aim at WCCA title

April 27, 2018

Taylor Johnson understands the tradition. She knows the standard that has been set by past members of the Burrell girls 400-meter relay, including the team's

Gateway’s Jackson picks Syracuse

Courtney Jackson will go from Gateway black and gold to the orange of Syracuse. The Gators junior gave a verbal committed to the Atlantic Coast

Deer Lakes boys rally for dramatic victory over rival Derry

April 26, 2018

The Derry boys volleyball team led Deer Lakes two games to none in their Section 2-AA match Thursday at Deer Lakes High School. The Trojans

Valley’s James impresses in debut track and field season

Before this spring, track and field wasn't on the radar of Valley sophomore DeAisha James. Basketball, softball and volleyball were sports more to her liking.

Freeport’s Kemp displays multiple talents for lacrosse, track teams

April 24, 2018

As a thrower for the Freeport boys track and field team, Austin Kemp doesn't compete in running events during meets. But when a spot opened

WPIAL team tennis semifinals postponed due to rain

Rain forced the WPIAL to postpone Tuesday's Class AAA and AA team tennis semifinal matches to Wednesday. Fox Chapel, the No. 1 seed in Class

Valley baseball holds off Shady Side Academy for key section win

April 23, 2018

Jim Basilone had a look of satisfaction on his face after Valley's 4-3 victory at Shady Side Academy on Monday. The Vikings coach knew his

North Allegheny, Ambridge remain atop boys volleyball rankings

The WPIAL boys volleyball playoffs are only three weeks away, and the teams in contention are making their final pushes with tournament play as well

Champions crowned at annual Beaver County Championships

Several athletes at or near the top of the WPIAL Class AAA and AA track and field performances lists were in action Saturday at the

Bethel Park tops Deer Lakes in finals of Plum Invitational boys volleyball tournament

April 22, 2018

The annual Plum boys volleyball tournament attracted a diverse field of teams from both Class AA and AAA in the WPIAL and from outside of

Starr rising for Kiski Area track and field

April 20, 2018

Jean Starr took extra precautions Friday in the girls javelin competition at the 54th annual Butler Invitational at Butler High School. Recent rain and snow

Burrell baseball leans on 2-out lightning to defeat rival Valley

April 18, 2018

The Burrell baseball team scored four runs in the top of the second inning of Wednesday's Section 1-3A game at rival Valley. As it turns

Plum’s Lake continues to shine in sophomore season

April 17, 2018

Mackenzie Lake didn't wait. She knew what she wanted. When St. Francis (Pa.) landed on the Plum sophomore's recruiting radar, it was a process that

Fox Chapel, Valley set to begin boys tennis playoffs

The WPIAL boys team tennis pairings for Class AAA and AA were released Tuesday, and Fox Chapel and Valley hope to make deep runs in

Dizon hired as Kiski Area girls basketball coach

Nick Dizon built a basketball coaching philosophy and gained experience at the high school level as an assistant coach the past three seasons with the

Kordes hired as Highlands girls basketball coach

April 16, 2018

When Courtney Kordes graduated from Highlands in 2009, she had a goal of coming back to the district as a teacher and coach. Her mission

WPVCA releases Week 5 WPIAL boys volleyball poll

The Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association released its Week 5 boys volleyball polls for Class AAA and AA on Monday morning based on a vote

Fox Chapel sprinter Kate Carnavale keeps injuries at bay to improve performance

April 15, 2018

Kate Carnavale always knew she was fleet of foot through basketball and other running opportunities. The Fox Chapel junior didn't get a chance to display

Gateway softball benefits from on-field experience

April 14, 2018

The Gateway softball team won only two games last season. The Gators equaled that total through only four games this year with back-to-back victories over

Another offensive spurt leads Freeport softball over rival Deer Lakes

The Freeport softball team again used a late-game outburst to capture a Section 1-3A victory. The Yellowjackets, who scored six runs in the sixth inning

Plum softball hopes early success continues through remainder of season

April 13, 2018

Plum coach Jim McGrath said he liked what he saw from his team in early-season workouts. But with so much time spent in the gym

Freeport softball scores 8 runs in 7th to rally past rival Burrell

April 11, 2018

For the second time in as many days, the Freeport softball team rallied late to pick up a Section 1-3A victory. On Tuesday, the Yellowjackets

Burrell softball rides explosive offense to mercy-rule win

April 10, 2018

The Burrell softball team is off to a fast start in Section 1-3A. The Bucs have 28 hits in two section contests, including 13 on

North Allegheny, Ambridge remain at top of WPVCA rankings

April 9, 2018

Bolstered by Saturday's victory at the Derry Invitational, the North Allegheny boys volleyball team remains in the top spot in Class AAA in the latest

North Allegheny tops field to win Derry boys volleyball tournament

April 8, 2018

The North Allegheny boys volleyball team was a favorite to claim Saturday's Derry Area tournament, and the Tigers produced results to back that up. NA,

Gateway track teams itching to compete

April 6, 2018

Cold temperatures, rain, wind and snow have messed with the early-season routines and schedules for the region's 100-plus high school track and field programs. The

Fifteen-team Derry Invitational boys volleyball tournament set for Saturday.

Fifteen boys volleyball teams are set to do battle at the 24th annual Derry Invitational on Saturday at Derry High School. Penn-Trafford enters the tournament

Weather forecast forces postponement of South Hills Classic

A weather forecast of snow, rain and cold temperatures forced meet officials to postpone Saturday's South Hills Classic track and field meet at Baldwin High

Plum’s Ryan Kircher getting attention of MLB scouts

Many sets of eyes — and radar guns — will be focused on Plum's Ryan Kircher this spring. The senior lefty has established himself as

Trio of Mt. Pleasant pitchers combine to no-hit Highlands in season-opener

April 5, 2018

After waiting two weeks through all manner of weather roadblocks, the Highlands and Mt. Pleasant softball teams kicked off their seasons Thursday with a Section

Plum senior ace Kircher on radar of Major League scouts

Many sets of eyes, and radar guns, will be focused on Plum's Ryan Kircher this spring. The senior lefty established himself over the past several

Freeport boys lacrosse can’t pull off another comeback

April 4, 2018

The Freeport boys lacrosse team rallied from multiple-goal deficits twice in West Virginia on Saturday to earn a pair of one-goal victories. But the Yellowjackets

Boys volleyball coaches association releases WPIAL Week 3 rankings

April 2, 2018

The North Allegheny boys volleyball team owns the top spot for Class AAA in the Western Pennsylvania Boys Volleyball Coaches Association Week 3 poll released

WPIALs meant a little more for Gateway swimmer Mears

When Jake Mears stepped on the diving board or was moving through the water during his swim event, he was alone with his thoughts. He

A-K Valley track and field preview: Burrell girls hope to defend WPIAL team title

March 30, 2018

The Burrell girls track and field team hoisted the WPIAL Class AA team championship trophy for the first time last spring. A deep lineup on

Peters Township’s Maize picks up win 400

March 28, 2018

Veteran Peters Township baseball coach Joe Maize won his 400th game Wednesday afternoon as the Indians defeated Steel Valley, 11-4, in a nonsection matchup at

Coaches association releases Week 2 boys volleyball poll

March 27, 2018

The Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association poll for Week 2 has North Allegheny again at the top spot in Class AAA, while Ambridge owns the

Deer Lakes volleyball sweeps Plum in early-season test

March 26, 2018

The Deer Lakes boys volleyball team used decisive runs en route to wins in each of the first two games of Monday's nonsection match at

Valley baseball looking for fast start in Myrtle Beach

March 22, 2018

The Valley baseball team has escaped the grips of the unpredictable March weather in Western Pennsylvania and is opening its season Friday and Saturday with

Valley softball sets sights on playoff berth

The Valley softball team last made the WPIAL playoffs in 2012. Coach Carol Perroz said despite some lean years recently, the pieces are in place

Norwin’s Tulenko competes at PIAA meet

March 19, 2018

Norwin sophomore Ethan Tulenko made his debut at last week's PIAA Class AAA swimming championships, and he turned in a 26th-place finish in the 50-yard

Quaker Valley’s Hubsch earns 7th place at PIAA swimming

Quaker Valley was well-represented in the championship and consolation finals at the PIAA Class AA swimming and diving championships Friday and Saturday at Bucknell. The

Franklin Regional swimmers compete at PIAA meet

Franklin Regional swimmers took part in five events at the PIAA Class AAA championships last week at Bucknell. The Panthers had a trio of swims

Penn-Trafford’s Kalik claims 6th at PIAA diving meet

For the second year in a row, Penn-Trafford junior Paige Kalik is a PIAA diving medalist. Kalik, this year's WPIAL Class AAA champion, was one

Plum’s Taylor continues setting swimming records

Devan Taylor now is on the Plum swimming record board in three places. She added the 200-yard individual medley record in January, became part of

Gateway swimmer Livingston adds to budding legacy

Olivia Livingston's portfolio her first two years as a swimmer at the high school level ranks among some of the top competitors in WPIAL and

Shady Side Academy girls 400 free relay captures PIAA championship

March 18, 2018

The Shady Side Academy girls 400-yard freestyle relay came into Saturday evening's PIAA Class AA championship heat at Bucknell as the fourth seed. But the

Highlands’ Blackburn leads Alle-Kiski Valley contingent at PIAA swimming

March 17, 2018

Rachel Blackburn reports to softball practice Monday afternoon as she starts to get ready for her spring high school season. It's a quick turnaround for

Belle Vernon boys place sixth in AA standings at PIAA swimming and diving

Led by two runner-up finishes from freshman Ian Shahan (100-yard butterfly, 100 backstroke), a third in the 100 breast and a 10th in the 200

WPIAL and District 8 swimmers set for Saturday’s PIAA AA championship finals at Bucknell

Northgate junior Karen Siddoway captured a second-place medal Friday in the girls 200-yard freestyle at the PIAA Class AA swimming and diving championships at Bucknell.

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic’s Maziarz captures PIAA diving title

March 16, 2018

When the high school swimming and diving season began in November, Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic sophomore Kyle Maziarz didn't think he would be standing on

Deer Lakes’ Morrison swims to 15th at PIAA championship meet

As the 14th seed for Thursday's Class AA boys 200-yard freestyle at the PIAA championships at Bucknell, Deer Lakes sophomore Adam Morrison felt confident he

Belle Vernon’s Shahan, Mt. Pleasant’s Gardner earn silver at PIAA swim championships

LEWISBURG — Several teams traveling from the north on Route 15 to the PIAA Class AA swimming championships at Bucknell on Thursday morning faced some

WPIAL swimmers punch tickets to finals on Day 1 at PIAA Class AA championships

LEWISBURG — WPIAL swimmers already are making their mark on Day 1 of the PIAA Class AA swimming and diving championships at Bucknell. Several posted

Plum’s Taylor earns eighth-place medal at PIAA swim championships

March 15, 2018

After two previous trips to the PIAA Class AAA swimming championships, Plum junior Devan Taylor knew what to expect, from the routines of getting ready

North Allegheny boys set national record in 400 freestyle relay; team claims PIAA title

LEWISBURG — It was a year in the making. The North Allegheny boys 400-yard freestyle relay touched the wall first at the 2017 PIAA Class

P-T diver Kalik finishes 6th at PIAAchampionships

LEWISBURG — For the second year in a row, Penn-Trafford junior Paige Kalik is a PIAA diving medalist. Kalik, this year's WPIAL Class AAA champion,

WPIAL swimmers set for Thursday’s championship finals at PIAA Class AAA meet

LEWISBURG - The North Allegheny boys swim team captured five PIAA AAA championships on Day 1 Wednesday at Bucknell University. The Tigers are hoping for

North Allegheny boys strike lots of gold on Day 1 of PIAA swimming championships

March 14, 2018

LEWISBURG — The North Allegheny boys swim team is well on its way to defending its PIAA Class AAA championship. The Tigers captured five state

Latrobe’s Jackson, Hempfield’s Mayo earn medals at PIAA swimming championships

LEWISBURG — Latrobe senior Rylee Jackson hoped to go faster in her 50-yard freestyle championship-finals swim Wednesday at the PIAA Class AAA swimming championships. She

Fox Chapel diver Cagley claims bronze at PIAA championships

LEWISBURG — Jonah Cagley found himself in third place after the first round of five dives Wednesday at the PIAA Class AAA boys diving championships

Several WPIAL swimmers, relays punch tickets to PIAA finals

North Allegheny boys swim team members garnered top seeds for the championship finals on Day 1 of the PIAA Class AAA championships Wednesday at Bucknell

A-K Valley swimmers hoping to make big splash at state meet

March 13, 2018

Sixteen days will pass for Highlands sophomore Rachel Blackburn between her final swim at the WPIAL Class AA championships March 2 and her lone event

Hempfield’s Mayo looks to improve times at PIAA meet

March 12, 2018

Hempfield junior Gavin Mayo swam a personal best of 20.73 seconds in the boys 50-yard freestyle at the WPIAL Class AAA championships March 1. He

Five things to watch at the PIAA swimming and diving championships

The stage is set for gold medals to be won and record times and point totals to be challenged as the PIAA hosts the state

Gateway girls bowling team earns berth in state tournament

After finishing undefeated in its section during the regular season and eighth at the WPIBL team championships Feb. 15, the Gateway girls bowling team had

Springdale boys ousted by West Middlesex in PIAAs

March 10, 2018

The Springdale boys basketball team hoped to make an impact Saturday in its PIAA 2A first-round game against District 10 champion West Middlesex. The Dynamos,

Plum’s Small, Penn-Trafford’s Barvinchak claim Western Pa. Regional bowling titles

March 9, 2018

Plum's Shannon Small and Penn-Trafford's Mike Barvinchak each captured singles titles at the Western Pennsylvania Regional Championships on Friday at Princess Lanes in Whitehall. Small

Freedman steps down as Gateway boys basketball coach

March 7, 2018

Daryn Freedman on Wednesday evening confirmed he is stepping down as head coach of the Gateway varsity boys basketball team. Freedman said his desire to

Lengthy layoff an obstacle for A-K Valley basketball teams

There aren't many secrets left between the Highlands and Franklin Regional boys basketball teams. The Section 3-5A co-champions will meet for the fourth time Friday

A-K Valley swimmers awarded bids to PIAA meet

March 6, 2018

Kiski Area senior Josh Madzy was pretty confident his time in the 100-yard backstroke at last Friday's WPIAL championships would net him a spot at

Times at WPIALs earn Westmoreland County swimmers spot at state meet

The PIAA on Tuesday released the automatic and at-large time qualifying lists for the Class AAA and AA swimming championships, set for March 14-17 at

Shoop brings Riverview back to WPIAL swimming championships

It had been 17 years since a swimmer from Riverview competed at the WPIAL championships. But freshman Beth Shoop was determined to bring the Raiders

PIAA releases qualifying lists for state swimming championships

The PIAA on Tuesday released the automatic and at-large time qualifying lists for the Class AAA and AA swimming championships March 14 to 17 at

Stewart nets 4 goals to vault Burrell past Kennedy Catholic

March 5, 2018

The Burrell hockey team scored 101 goals during its 18-game regular season, easily the most in PIHL Division 2. The Bucs' offense continued to surge

Plum’s Taylor, girls 200 medley relay shine at WPIAL meet

Plum junior Devan Taylor hauled in a pair of medals at the WPIAL Class AAA swim championships last week at Pitt's Trees Pool. She swam

Plum senior Jones to play hockey for Arizona State

Katherine Jones is looking to the future to help with her present. The Plum senior and one of the area's top girls hockey players has

PIAA again delays release of qualifying lists for state swimming championships

The PIAA has adjusted the day and time it will post the automatic and time qualifiers to the state swimming championships at Bucknell University. The

Gateway’s Olivia Livingston collects two WPIAL golds, sets sights on states

March 4, 2018

After defending both of her WPIAL Class AAA individual championships last week at Pitt's Trees Pool, Gateway sophomore Olivia Livingston is setting her sights on

PIAA postpones release of swimming state championship qualifier lists

Because of adverse winter weather that has impacted certain areas of the state, a couple of district swimming championship meets will not conclude until Sunday

Deer Lakes’ Loper surprises himself with WPIAL runner-up finish in 500 free

March 2, 2018

When Deer Lakes sophomore Noah Loper touched the wall at the completion of his 500-yard freestyle race Friday at the WPIAL Class AA swimming championships,

Records set on Day 2 of WPIAL Class AAA swimming championships

Three new records, numerous other fast swims and closely contested races highlighted the first session of the WPIAL Class AAA championships Thursday at Pitt's Trees

Fox Chapel’s Filo takes silver at WPIAL swimming

March 1, 2018

Fox Chapel senior Joslyn Filo knew what it felt like to bring home a WPIAL second-place medal. But she didn't know what it felt like

WPIAL swimmers break records on Day 1 of Class AAA meet

Three WPIAL records fell on Day 1 of the WPIAL Class AAA championships at Pitt's Trees Pool. North Allegheny junior Jack Wright kicked off the

Deer Lakes pair set for WPIAL swimming encore

February 28, 2018

Deer Lakes sophomores Adam Morrison and Renee Robson made their mark last March in their inaugural appearances at the WPIAL Class AA swim championships. Robson

A-K Valley hockey teams learn Penguins Cup playoff foes

February 27, 2018

The PIHL Penguins Cup playoff brackets were released Tuesday, and Plum, Fox Chapel, Kiski Area and Burrell know where they fit in for each battle

Countdown to WPIALs: Upper St. Clair’s Jack Fitzpatrick eyes back-to-back titles in 200 IM

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Plum swimmers seek WPIAL success

February 26, 2018

After more than three months of dual meets and practices of varying intensity, members of the Plum swim teams are on the cusp of the

Countdown to WPIALs: Butler’s Laura Goettler has WPIAL record to defend in 200 IM

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Livingston leads Gateway contingent into WPIAL swimming championships

Olivia Livingston understands she no longer is the hunter. The Gateway sophomore will be the hunted Thursday and Friday at the WPIAL Class AAA swimming

Countdown to WPIALs: Belle Vernon’s Ian Shahan hopes for grand debut

February 25, 2018

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Belle Vernon boys basketball survives Ambridge’s rally at WPIALs

February 24, 2018

Belle Vernon made sure there wouldn't be another second-half playoff victory rally for Ambridge. The Bridgers, the No. 6 seed in the WPIAL Class 4A

Apollo-Ridge girls lose to Neshannock, still have shot at PIAAs

Apollo-Ridge has a new rooting interest. After Saturday's 50-22 loss to No. 3 Neshannock in the WPIAL girls 3A quarterfinals at West Allegheny, the Vikings

Countdown to WPIALs: Mt. Pleasant’s Heather Gardner has golden expectations

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Highlands boys watch big fourth-quarter lead fade before holding off West A

February 23, 2018

With his team holding a 21-point lead at the midpoint of the third quarter of its WPIAL Class 5A quarterfinal Friday against West Allegheny, Highlands

Countdown to WPIALs: Penn Hills’ Kimani Gregory eyes continued success

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network are profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL championship

Fox Chapel’s Cagley among favorites to claim WPIAL diving gold

February 22, 2018

When the Fox Chapel and Franklin Regional swimming and diving teams met for section competition Feb. 8, spectators were treated to a mini WPIAL preview.

Countdown to WPIALs: Mt. Lebanon’s Trinity Ward eyes longstanding WPIAL record

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Apollo-Ridge upends Charleroi in girls Class 3A playoffs

February 21, 2018

Apollo-Ridge got knocked down early in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's WPIAL Class 3A first-round girls basketball game against Charleroi at Peters Township. The Vikings

Countdown to WPIALs: Mars’ Andrew Pierre excels in distance freestyle events

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Zolnierczyk’s free throws seal Springdale’s 1st playoff win since ’08

February 20, 2018

An eight-point halftime lead for the Springdale boys basketball team had evaporated into a back-and-forth one-possession battle with California in a WPIAL Class 2A first-round

Countdown to WPIALs: Indiana’s Payton Rayko in select company in Class AA

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Kiski Area hockey clinches playoffs by eliminating Deer Lakes

February 19, 2018

The Penguins Cup playoff fates of the Deer Lakes and Kiski Area hockey teams came down to Monday's head-to-head Class A matchup at Frozen Pond

Gildea to join former Plum athletes on Slippery Rock football team

Jackson Gildea began his high school athletic career at Plum as a goalkeeper on the boys soccer team. He added kicking for football his sophomore

Countdown to WPIALs: North Allegheny’s Mason Gonzalez has 4 titles to defend

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Gateway wrestlers prepare for section tournament

February 18, 2018

The Gateway wrestling team has put aside all of the invitationals and dual matches and is focusing on its postseason journey that begins Saturday with

Countdown to WPIALs: Gateway’s Olivia Livingston aims to defend record-setting freestyle titles

Tribune-Review sports reporter Michael Love and the TribLive High School Sports Network will be profiling 10 swimmers to watch leading up to the 2018 WPIAL

Shaun Gates earns WPIAL title at 160, leads Burrell contingent into wrestling regionals

February 17, 2018

Burrell senior Shaun Gates finished third at 152 pounds at last year's WPIAL Class AA championships. His focus Saturday at Canon-McMillian was on loftier goals.

Riverview wrestler Tamburro makes program history, reaches WPIAL final

Riverview senior Christian Tamburro has an opportunity to accomplish something that hasn't happened in the Raiders wrestling program in 30 years. Tamburro won his first

WPIAL AA wrestling championships resume at Canon-McMillan

WPIAL wrestling titles will be decided Saturday at the AA individual tournament at Canon-McMillan High School. Twelve wrestlers in each weight class, the top four

Burrell wrestling sends all-time-high 13 to WPIAL individuals

February 16, 2018

The Burrell wrestling team got back in the practice room Monday after last weekend's PIAA Class AA team tournament in Hershey. The focus was on

Charity outdoor hockey game between Bethel Park, Peters Township set

PIHL Class AAA rivals Bethel Park and Peters Township already have played two league games this season. On Tuesday, however, the Black Hawks and Indians

A-K Valley girls teams leaning on playoff experience

February 15, 2018

The St. Joseph, Leechburg and Freeport girls basketball teams made positive impressions during last year's WPIAL playoffs and punched tickets to the PIAA tournament. All

WPIBL turning focus to singles championships

The Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League team championships took center stage this week at Wildlife Lanes in Lower Burrell and Family Bowl-Away in Butler. But

Freeport girls draw familiar opponent in WPIAL’s 1st round

February 13, 2018

The Freeport girls basketball team is experiencing some WPIAL playoff déjà vu. For the second year in a row, the Yellowjackets will face Elizabeth Forward

A-K Valley girls teams hoping for long postseason runs

February 12, 2018

The Leechburg girls basketball team missed the WPIAL playoffs in 2015, but that year, a group of freshmen began to form what would be the

Franklin Regional girls fall short of playoff goals

After a campaign of promising basketball in 2016-17, which included a winning record and a trip to the WPIAL Class 5A playoffs, the Franklin Regional

Plum wrestlers prep for section tournament

The WPIAL Class AAA wrestling section tournaments are just over a week away, and Plum's group of eight, coach Steve Stremple said, is getting a

Highlands rallies past Freeport for 5th straight victory

With 3 minutes, 30 seconds left in the third quarter of Monday's nonsection boys basketball matchup between Freeport and Highlands, the score was tied. The

Burrell girls bowling team hopes regular-season success carries over to postseason

The Burrell girls bowling team finished its regular season Wednesday in some rare company in the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League. The Bucs joined Gateway,

Tri-State indoor track and field championships set for Saturday

February 11, 2018

The winter indoor track and field season in western Pennsylvania will be celebrated Saturday at the Tri-State Track Coaches Association championships at Edinboro University. Competition

PIHL teams battle for playoff spots as regular season winds down

Several PIHL hockey teams in Division I (Class AAA, AA, A) and Division 2 have clinched Penguins Cup playoff spots and are working to position

Riverview girls basketball finishes section play with win

February 9, 2018

The Riverview girls basketball team clinched a spot in the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs Thursday without playing. Northgate's loss to Sto-Rox meant the Raiders will

PIHL announces January Players of the Month

The PIHL has announced its players of the month for January. Those selected will receive tickets to and be recognized at the Penguins home game

Leechburg girls basketball team trounces Brentwood

The Leechburg girls basketball team is not taking it easy as it closes out the regular season and turns its focus to the WPIAL Class

Plum, Riverview girls basketball teams control own destinies for playoffs

February 7, 2018

The Plum and Riverview girls basketball teams have followed similar paths this season. Both began with only one senior, several young starters and questions as

Freeport girls lock up 2nd in Section 1 with win over Burrell

February 5, 2018

The Freeport girls basketball team added to its playoff resume Monday as it closed the regular season with a resounding Section 1-4A victory over Burrell,

Plum girls remain in playoff hunt

With only one senior, one returning starter, several young players and several questions entering the season, first-year Plum girls basketball coach Steve Elsier said he

Gateway football players ready to finalize college plans on signing day

February 4, 2018

The Gateway football team garnered a great deal of attention near and far this fall as it earned the program's first WPIAL title in 31

Gateway football team celebrates memorable season with championship rings

A couple of weeks after the Gateway football team concluded its 2017 football season in the PIAA 5A state championship game, a plan began to

A-K Valley boys squads eye basketball playoff pairings

The WPIAL basketball playoff pairings committee meets Feb. 12 to set the brackets for the boys and girls playoffs in 12 classifications. Several A-K Valley

A-K Valley girls basketball teams head into final week with playoff spots up for grabs

February 3, 2018

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Freeport girls fend off Deer Lakes for section win

February 1, 2018

The Freeport girls basketball team had things going its way after one quarter of Thursday's Section 1-4A game at rival Deer Lakes. The Yellowjackets led

Burrell rolls into semifinals in search of 12th straight WPIAL wrestling title

January 31, 2018

Step one is complete. The Burrell wrestling team can turn its focus to Saturday's WPIAL Class AA semifinals in pursuit of its 12th consecutive team

Manke stands tall for Freeport girls basketball

At 5-foot-8, Jenna Manke often gives up a few inches to the player or players she goes up against in the paint. However, the Freeport

No. 1 Vincentian Academy too much for No. 4 Leechburg in Class 2A matchup

January 29, 2018

The Leechburg girls basketball team had won seven in a row heading into Monday's Section 2-2A matchup with No. 1 Vincentian Academy. The No. 4

After scoring snafu, Franklin Regional girls swim team awarded WCCA title

Members of the Hempfield girls swimming and diving team left Derry High School on Saturday with what they thought was a Westmoreland County Coaches Association

Paced by 6 all-stars, Franklin Regional hockey enters home stretch

The Franklin Regional ice hockey team is in the thick of a balanced playoff race in the PIHL Class AA South/East division. The Panthers began

Led by all-stars, Plum hockey makes playoff push

The Plum ice hockey team has been making a comeback recently in PIHL Class AAA. Last year's Class AA champion, coach Vinnie Somma said, has

WPIAL rifle regular season concludes this week ahead of team and individual championships

Only two more match dates remain in the WPIAL rifle regular season, and teams still are in battles for a spot in the team playoffs,

Area athletes bring home several firsts from second TSTCA indoor meet

January 28, 2018

The Tri-State Track Coaches Association hosted athletes from all throughout western Pennsylvania for a special Friday meet at Edinboro University. The meet, one of the

With leading scorer Johnson sidelined, Jeannette rolls past Springdale

January 27, 2018

Both the Jeannette and Springdale boys basketball teams entered Friday's Section 1-2A matchup hoping to avoid a second consecutive loss in section play. The Jayhawks

Kiski Area’s Madzy, back with varsity, preps for WCCAs

January 26, 2018

Joshua Madzy is glad to be back. The Kiski Area senior didn't swim high school meets last year as he opted to concentrate on training

Freeport girls hang with No. 1 North Catholic before falling

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic got the opening tip in Thursday's Section 1-4A matchup with Freeport, and Dani Short converted a layup after seven seconds. The

Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic’s Rottmann wins No. 400 at alma mater

January 25, 2018

When the final buzzer sounded signalling the end of the Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic girls basketball team's 47-33 victory over Freeport, the Trojanettes players surrounded

Apollo-Ridge girls focused on stretch run after last season’s collapse

Last season's stretch run was anything but ideal for the Apollo-Ridge girls basketball team. The Vikings were right in the playoff mix through 12 games

Area swimmers and divers gearing up for annual WCCA championships

January 24, 2018

Westmoreland County's best swimmers and divers will descend on Derry High School on Friday and Saturday for the annual Westmoreland County Coaches Association championships. Diving

Deer Lakes girls basketball loses close contest to Knoch

January 23, 2018

A number of recent matchups between the Knoch and Deer Lakes girls basketball teams went down to the wire, including a five-point win by the

Franklin Regional’s Cavanaugh shows versatility in pool

January 22, 2018

Patrick Cavanaugh knows what it is like to compete at the WPIAL swimming championships in both individual and relay events. He earned a sixth-place medal

Plum’s Taylor adds name to school record board

Devan Taylor already owned the school record for the 100-yard breaststroke when she added the record for the 200 individual medley at Plum's Jan. 11

Several WPIAL athletes earn top honors at weekend indoor track events

Athletes from several dozen WPIAL and City League teams descended on Edinboro University on Saturday for the first Tri-State Track Coaches Association meet of the

Highlands girls basketball team growing with each game experience

January 20, 2018

The Highlands girls basketball team is young this season and head coach Drew Jonczak said the players have grown through facing adversities in forms such

Leechburg girls basketball gets offense going, tops Riverview

January 19, 2018

By the end of the first quarter of Thursday's Section 2-2A girls basketball game against Riverview, Leechburg had found its offense and the Raiders were

A-K Valley players earn PIHL all-star nods

January 18, 2018

The top hockey talent in the PIHL will gather Jan. 28 at Robert Morris' Island Sports Center, and Burrell coach Max Rickard said he's honored

Burrell girls’ WPIAL basketball playoff streak in danger

The Burrell girls basketball team has an active streak of six consecutive WPIAL playoff appearances. The current Bucs players would love to extend that streak,

Freeport-Deer Lakes matchup intense as playoff chase heats up

January 17, 2018

Freeport boys basketball coach Mike Beale said he expected intensity between his Yellowjackets and Deer Lakes on Tuesday — with physical defense, players diving everywhere

Freeport boys top Deer Lakes to earn key Section 1-4A win

Aiden Skradski was in the starting five for the Freeport boys basketball team Tuesday in its Section 1-4A clash with Deer Lakes. It was the

After death of freshman classmate, Freeport basketball teams help raise funds for various causes

The Freeport boys and girls basketball teams and their booster organizations, in conjunction with many others in the Freeport community came together Tuesday night to

Franklin Regional swimming and diving team members eye additional qualifying performances

January 16, 2018

The Franklin Regional swimming and diving teams always are well represented at the WPIAL championships at Pitt's Trees Pool. That is expected to be the

Burrell girls answer early challenge to defeat Valley

The Burrell and Valley girls basketball teams played even over the first six minutes of Monday's Section 1-4A matchup at Valley. The visiting Bucs then

Plum boys basketball works through challenging season

January 15, 2018

The Plum boys basketball team again finds itself in a challenging section. Section 3 of Class 6A often is regarded as one of the toughest

Plum swimmers making their marks in WPIAL competition

The Plum swimming team takes to the pool for a pair of meets this week with hopes of building on positive moments in and out

Christman, Mercurio lead Plum bowling teams

Meghan Christman is the defending Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League girls singles champion. With the talent featured throughout the WPIBL this season, the Plum senior

Gateway hockey alumni winter event helps connect past with present

January 14, 2018

The Gateway ice hockey organization has fielded teams for more than 40 years. The 1975-76 team was honored and enshrined by the Gateway Sports Hall

Gateway girls basketball team earning wins, showing improvement

Gateway girls basketball coach Curtis Williams understands the uphill battles his team faces considering his squad has only one senior and lacks depth. But, he

Key stretch looms for Freeport girls basketball team

January 13, 2018

When asked to break down the mission for his girls basketball team in the stretch run of the regular season, Freeport coach Fred Soilis kept

Sharrow’s scoring, rebounding key for Burrell girls basketball

January 12, 2018

Kaylen Sharrow's role for the Burrell girls basketball team increased last year as the Bucs continued a streak of six-straight WPIAL playoff appearances. That role

Freeport girls hold off Burrell rally in Section 1-4A victory

The Freeport girls basketball team built an 11-point lead at the end of the first quarter of Thursday's Section 1-4A game at Burrell. The Yellowjackets

Plum grads gather for annual alumni hockey game

January 11, 2018

A tradition spanning two decades continued Dec. 29 as more than 30 Plum High School graduates and Mustang ice hockey alumni gathered at Pittsburgh Ice

Kurpakus showing scoring touch for St. Joseph girls basketball

Last year as a junior, Chloe Kurpakus was one of three St. Joseph players to score in double figures as she averaged 12.2 points. Her

St. Joseph’s Jones again making her mark on the court

January 10, 2018

Alex Jones was first off the bench for the St. Joseph girls basketball team last year, but coach Sally Ackerman looked at her as another

Gators gunning for second section win Thursday in key matchup with Oakland Catholic

January 9, 2018

The Gateway girls basketball team plays a key Section 2-5A game Thursday at Oakland Catholic. The winner between the Gators (1-1) and the Eagles (2-1)

Burrell bowling teams set to begin second half of section play

The Burrell girls bowling team placed 13th at last year's WPIBL team championship and finished only 35 pins from the top 10. The Bucs entered

Plum wrestling in the mix for a section playoff spot

The top three teams from each wrestling subsection in WPIAL Class AAA qualify for the postseason, and Plum is right in the mix at 1-2

Sewickley Academy scores early, often in win against Deer Lakes

January 8, 2018

The Deer Lakes hockey team hoped to improve its playoff positioning in PIHL Class A Monday when it hosted Sewickley Academy at Frozen Pond in

Burrell hockey to return to action as playoff race heats up

When the Burrell hockey team returns to PIHL Division II action Jan. 15 against Kennedy Catholic at Pittsburgh Ice, it will end a nearly month

Gateway’s Mark Bozicevic keeping opponents honest with 3-point shooting

January 7, 2018

The Latrobe and Gateway boys basketball teams engaged in an epic battle Dec. 12 with the Wildcats outlasting the Gators, 92-91, in two overtimes. Gateway

Confidence growing for Gateway wrestling team

The young Gateway wrestling team continues to find its way in the 2017-18 season, and coach Ryan Sula said success on the mat is giving

Freeport bowlers improving in inaugural WPIBL season

Every year, new teams debut in the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League. Freeport joined this year, and coach Tom Livingston said team members of varying

Gateway boys relying on defense to find success in Section 3

January 4, 2018

The Gateway boys basketball team started Section 3-5A play Dec. 21 with a lockdown defensive performance in a 44-23 victory over Kiski Area. It was

Plum bowlers gain momentum after sweeping Franklin Regional

There was a little bit of frustration for the Plum boys bowling team heading into Wednesday's WPIBL East section clash with undefeated Franklin Regional. andquot;Even

A-K Valley girls basketball teams get back to WPIAL section action

With a majority of the nonsection games behind them, WPIAL girls basketball teams in the A-K Valley turn their attention to the stretch run in

A-K Valley girls basketball teams improving after period of struggle

January 3, 2018

The Springdale girls basketball team went winless last season and started the campaign with forfeits because of a lack of players. It was a low

Kiski Area goes down to wire with top Class A team as playoff race heats up

Kiski Area was on the cusp of an upset victory in PIHL Class A. The Cavaliers had undefeated Bishop McCort on the ropes with a

Gateway’s Livingston hoping to build on record-setting freshman season

Gateway sophomore Olivia Livingston, the defending WPIAL Class AAA 50- and 100-yard freestyle champion and record holder, came out strong in December in her quest

WPIAL rifle teams, individuals set for section competition

The new year for WPIAL rifle begins with section play and the quest for a number of teams to qualify for the team playoffs early

Burrell boys come up short in another close game

January 2, 2018

The Burrell boys basketball team was involved in a number of close games in December. The Bucs lost three games by two points or less

Gateway swimmers rack up records, qualifying times

December 30, 2017

When the Gateway swimmers and coaches arrived at the high school natatorium for practice last Thursday, they were greeted with cold temperatures as heating issues

Dunn drives Burrell girls in pursuit of another turnaround

December 28, 2017

Brittany Dunn's approach to athletics, both in basketball and softball, is to take nothing for granted. The Burrell senior basketball guard/forward, also a standout shortstop

WPIBL leaders post big numbers through December matches

December 27, 2017

Franklin Regional senior Kyle Wilkinson had perhaps the highlight of the first month of the Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League 2017-18 season. Last week in

Valley girls pull away from Springdale with late surge

When the Valley and Springdale girls basketball teams met at the season-opening Springdale tournament Dec. 9, the Vikings earned a 16-point victory. Tuesday's rematch was

A-K Valley hockey teams gearing up for stretch run of PIHL season

With the PIHL regular season a little more than half complete, teams in playoff contention, including those from the A-K Valley, are beginning to look

Young Plum team gaining experience through mat action

December 26, 2017

Plum head wrestling coach Steve Stremple said he is encouraged from what he's seen from the effort of his young team over the first few

Brothers on Highlands swim team dedicated season to grandfather, A-K Valley sports figure

December 23, 2017

Cole Masarik has his sights set on earning a medal in the 100-yard breaststroke at the WPIAL championships and qualifying for states. The Highlands senior

Plum wrestling coaches encouraged by early-season effort

Plum wrestling coach Steve Stremple examined his team's numbers coming into the season and concluded that it would be behind the 8-ball when it came

Freeport misses mark at buzzer in loss to Indiana

Ben Beale made five 3-pointers and finished with a team-high 15 points Friday as Freeport hoped to score a home win over Indiana, the Tribune-Review's

Kiski Area girls basketball team hoping for more after ‘signature’ win

December 22, 2017

A section victory over Albert Gallatin late in the 2014-15 season snapped a 24-game section losing streak for the Kiski Area girls basketball team. Little

Deer Lakes hockey ready for stretch run in PIHL Class A

December 21, 2017

The Deer Lakes hockey team got back in the win column in a big way Monday as it routed Blackhawk, 8-2. The Lancers, now 6-5

Leechburg girls driven to compete for section crown

December 20, 2017

The Leechburg girls basketball team is 4-1 overall heading into a Section 2-2A contest Thursday against Northgate. That one loss came at the hands of

AK Valley boasts several of WPIBL’s top bowlers in early-season competition

The Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Bowling League is several weeks into its 2017-18 schedule and a number of A-K Valley competitors are at the top of

Kiski Area girls snap long losing skid in section play

December 18, 2017

With just over five minutes left in the fourth quarter of Monday's Section 4-5A girls basketball game between Plum and Kiski Area, the Mustangs held

Kiski Area hockey hopes to maintain winning streak

The Kiski Area hockey team suffered an 11-5 loss to undefeated Meadville on Nov. 20, but since then, the Cavaliers have won three straight games

Gateway bowlers set lofty postseason goals

December 17, 2017

Heading into this season, Gateway bowling coach Joe Bowman saw the potential in his boys and girls teams. With everyone back for the Gators boys

Gateway wrestling making progress

Sophomore Evan Whiteside's first season on the Gateway varsity wrestling team featured a team-best 22 victories in 32 matches. andquot;Evan learned a lot last year,andquot;

Burrell girls basketball team eyes fast starts under new coach

December 14, 2017

One of the things Burrell first-year girls basketball coach Meaghan Volek hoped to see from her team as it got into its early schedule was

Alle-Kiski girls basketball teams find early success

December 13, 2017

Freeport girls basketball coach Fred Soilis said he saw some good things from his team despite season-opening tournament losses to South Fayette and Keystone Oaks,

Freeport girls basketball runs away with win over Apollo-Ridge

December 11, 2017

With a little more than three minutes elapsed in Monday's nonsection girls basketball game, Freeport had 16 points on its side of the scoreboard. Apollo-Ridge

Taylor looks to improve record time for Plum swimming

Devan Taylor is the fastest girls 100-yard breaststroker in the history of Plum swimming. She proved it again last year when she set the school

Gateway’s Livingston returns to defend WPIAL, PIAA titles

December 10, 2017

Olivia Livingston burst onto the high school swimming scene in a big way last year. She already was known as a high-level racer in club-swimming

Alle-Kiski Valley swimmers hunt for hardware

Renee Robson made the most of her first varsity swim season. The Deer Lakes sophomore posted one of the area's top WPIAL finishes last year

New-look Plum opens season with win against Gateway

December 8, 2017

With three new starters and several others playing their first varsity game, first-year Plum boys basketball coach Hart Coleman said he was anxious to see

Valley looks to add victories with deeper lineup

December 4, 2017

Last year, the Valley girls basketball team struggled with numbers. The Vikings started the season with eight players on the roster and were down to

Valley boys look to maintain momentum after trip to postseason

Two years ago, the Valley boys basketball team had a season most would want to forget. The Vikings went 1-20 overall and were winless in

Plum girls learning new system under 1st-year coach Elsier

November 30, 2017

Alexa Seigh understood the process. The Plum junior and a number of her teammates went through the transition of a coaching change 18 months ago,

Plum boys quickly adjust to 1st-year coach Coleman

When first-year Plum boys basketball coach Hart Coleman got settled into the position after his hiring in late June, he quickly realized his team for

Gateway’s Herman, Kromka make college choices official

November 26, 2017

November's NCAA national letter of intent early signing period has been fruitful for Gateway seniors the past couple of years. Jordan Edwards (Niagara, basketball) and

Freeport girls basketball sets sights on longer run

The Freeport girls basketball team put a longstanding drought to rest last season by winning a WPIAL playoff game for the first time since 2004

Freeport boys basketball hoping to build on last season’s playoff berth

The Freeport boys basketball team began last season with uncertainty as it took the court with four new starters. But the Yellowjackets came together throughout

Freeport volleyball celebrates special season

November 20, 2017

The Freeport girls volleyball team scheduled its season-closing banquet for Sunday evening no matter how far it advanced in the WPIAL or state playoffs. It

North Allegheny sweeps Bishop Shanahan to capture PIAA Class 4A volleyball championship

November 18, 2017

Every member of the North Allegheny girls volleyball team wasn't born when the program last won a PIAA championship. The Tigers captured three straight Class

Knoch outlasts Allentown Central Catholic to win PIAA Class AAA volleyball title

JOHNSTOWN — The Knoch girls volleyball team saw its 2016 season come to an end in the PIAA quarterfinals. From that loss, the Knights players

Freeport rallies past Delone Catholic to capture 1st PIAA volleyball title

JOHNSTOWN — Freeport knew all about having to rally in the PIAA playoffs. The Yellowjackets lost the first game against District 10 champion Corry in

Freeport volleyball braces for another district champion in bid for 1st PIAA title

At the time the Freeport girls volleyball team played District 6 champion Bald Eagle and District 10 champ Corry in the PIAA Class AA first

Freeport girls volleyball set to wrap up season in PIAA title game

November 17, 2017

The Freeport girls volleyball team will hold its final practice of the season Friday afternoon. For the team members, it is expected to be a

Freeport girls avenge loss to Beaver, advance to PIAA title game

November 14, 2017

Hannah Mason got pretty emotional in anticipation of the final point that clinched the Freeport girls volleyball team's first-ever trip to the PIAA championship game.

Plum set to induct new class of athletes into Hall of Fame

November 13, 2017

Plum graduates Anthony Cipollone and Jeff Hahn are members of their respective collegiate halls of fame. Cipollone, a 1988 Plum graduate, received enshrinement into the

Plum baseball players make college decisions final

Each year, the Plum High School baseball program has a knack for celebrating a number of seniors who will take their talents to the next

Freeport volleyball ready for rematch with WPIAL champion Beaver

As soon as Freeport finished its four-game victory over Corry on Saturday in the PIAA Class AA girls volleyball quarterfinals at Slippery Rock High School,

Amid program’s best run, Freeport girls volleyball team still hungry

The Freeport girls volleyball team celebrated making school history Saturday with dinner and a movie. After beating defending state champion Corry to become the first

Gateway’s Jordan Edwards, Olivia Miller finalize college decisions

November 12, 2017

Jordan Edwards saw Gateway athletes celebrate their college choices on signing day year after year, and she knew some day, her time would come. That

Freeport volleyball knocks off defending PIAA champs to advance to semifinals for first time

November 11, 2017

There will be a new PIAA Class AA champion in girls volleyball. Freeport stopped District 10 champion Corry's run to a repeat with a 3-1

Central Catholic downs Penn Hills to return to WPIAL Class 6A final

November 10, 2017

Central Catholic is headed back to Heinz Field. For the fifth straight season and second time in the new 6A classification, the Vikings will play

Freeport volleyball hoping to reach 1st PIAA semifinals, but reigning champ stands in way

Haley Graham remembers the feeling, just two years ago, when Freeport last made it to the PIAA Class AA quarterfinal round. The junior middle hitter

Freeport volleyball’s stellar defense must step up vs. Corry

November 9, 2017

The Bald Eagle Area and Freeport girls volleyball teams were going back and forth early in the third set of Tuesday's PIAA Class AA first-round

Freeport sweeps into PIAA girls volleyball quarterfinals

November 7, 2017

CRESSON — The Freeport girls volleyball team ran the gamut of emotions after Saturday's five-set loss to Beaver in the WPIAL Class AA championship game.

Springdale boys soccer regroups for PIAA playoffs

November 5, 2017

As Friday's 2-0 loss to Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic in the WPIAL Class A title game was still fresh in the minds and on the

CW North Catholic blanks Springdale to claim WPIAL boys soccer title

November 3, 2017

The Springdale boys soccer team's run to Friday's WPIAL Class A championship game was fueled by upsets against higher-seeded playoff opponents. The No. 7 Dynamos

Freeport girls volleyball aims for 3rd consecutive WPIAL title

Hannah Mason knows what it's like to go head-to-head in an intense battle with the Beaver girls volleyball team. The senior outside hitter and her

Moon girls edge Mars to defend WPIAL Class AAA title

It wasn't easy, but the Moon girls soccer team is a champion again. The Tigers took one-goal leads twice in Friday's WPIAL Class AAA title

Defending champion Freeport girls advance to WPIAL title game

November 2, 2017

Freeport ran away from Serra Catholic in Game 1 of Thursday's WPIAL Class AA semifinal at Cardinal Wuerl North Catholic. The No. 1-seeded Yellowjackets were

Fox Chapel leads way as A-K Valley runners head to PIAAs

The Fox Chapel girls cross country team made a charge at a WPIAL team championship last week at Cooper's Lake Campground. The Foxes finished as

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 10

November 1, 2017

Isiah Bauman Freeport, so., WR/DB Bauman (6-0, 165) caught a touchdown in last week's 34-6 victory over Valley. It was his second score of the

Fox Chapel faces familiar foe Penn-Trafford in opening round

Nick Gizzo was a freshman the most recent time Fox Chapel made the WPIAL playoffs. It was 2014, and the Foxes, as the No. 15

Waynesburg girls soccer ends Freeport’s season

October 30, 2017

The Freeport girls soccer team hoped for a repeat performance. The Yellowjackets' run to last year's WPIAL Class AA title game included a victory over

Springdale boys soccer set for semifinal match

October 28, 2017

For much of the regular season, the Springdale boys soccer team worked on setting up corner kicks as high-level scoring opportunities. The players knew that

Freeport shows physicality in victory over Valley

Freeport came within seconds of posting its third shutout of the season. But a 45-yard scamper for a touchdown by Valley quarterback Alex Ward on

Riverview cross country follows Barnes to 2nd-place WPIAL finish

October 26, 2017

Ben Barnes battled the Cooper's Lake cross country course, many of the best runners in the WPIAL and a nagging back issue. In the end,

Springdale boys soccer edges No. 2 Freedom to reach semifinals

October 25, 2017

Springdale knew of Freedom's offensive and defensive prowess that propelled it to an undefeated record in Class A Section 1, a 17-1 regular-season mark and

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 9

Alex Bellinotti Burrell, jr., TE/LB The Bucs hope to end a tough season on a positive note, and the two-way standout is expected to be

WPIAL boys soccer quarterfinal preview capsules for A-K Valley teams

October 24, 2017

Quarterfinals Class AA No. 12 Beaver (7-8-3) vs. No. 4 Deer Lakes (13-3-2) 8 p.m. Wednesday at Seneca Valley On air: Tribhssn.triblive.com Winner plays: No.

Plum girls soccer falls to North Allegheny in 1st round

October 23, 2017

It wasn't the start Plum had envisioned. As a result, it wasn't the ending the Mustangs wanted. North Allegheny jumped out to a quick two-goal

Plum runners ready for WPIAL meet

Nick Kinek was used to running shorter distances in junior high cross country races. The increase to 3.1 miles for varsity competitions this season apparently

Upper St. Clair bests Plum boys soccer in overtime

October 21, 2017

Four times in the regular season the Plum boys soccer team scored a goal in the final 10 minutes of regulation to tie or take

Wesley shines as Imani Christian routs Springdale

October 20, 2017

Tawan Wesley only threw 12 passes in Friday night's Eastern Conference battle between Imani Christian and Springdale, but 11 of them were completed. The Saints

WPIAL boys soccer playoff capsules

October 19, 2017

Class AAAA First round No. 16 Fox Chapel (9-8) at No. 1 Peters Township (14-0-1) 5 p.m. Saturday Winner plays: No. 8 Penn-Trafford or No.

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 8

October 18, 2017

Matt Charlton Freeport, sr., OL/DL The veteran will be key on both sides of the ball in a matchup with Keystone Oaks that will decide

Deer Lakes boys soccer team excited for postseason

October 16, 2017

In Jordan Wiegand's first stint as coach of the Deer Lakes boys soccer team, he helped the 2013 Lancers snap an 11-year playoff-appearance drought. As

Much more awaits Gateway tennis standout Abby Herman

October 15, 2017

Abby Herman said the impending conclusion of her high school tennis career is bittersweet. On one hand, the Gateway senior can look back on one

Deer Lakes boys soccer edges Freeport

October 12, 2017

The Deer Lakes boys soccer team had a two-sided goal as it hosted rival Freeport on Thursday in the Section 2-AA finale for both teams.

GCC girls stay atop Section 1-A after topping Apollo-Ridge

October 11, 2017

The Greensburg Central Catholic and Apollo-Ridge girls soccer teams share space with Shady Side Academy at or near the top of the Section 1-A standings.

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 7

Seth Cohen Highlands, jr., QB Highlands nearly pulled off an upset of Montour last week, and the Golden Rams QB was a big part of

Freeport boys soccer team eyes playoff run

October 9, 2017

Last year, the Freeport boys soccer team was unbeaten in Section 2-AA play. With a core of key returning contributors, the Yellowjackets hoped for a

Gateway Sports Hall of Fame set to induct Class of 2017

October 8, 2017

The Gateway Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2017 began in the late 1960s with a founding father of Gateway's football success and continued to

Fox Chapel field hockey counting on young players as it attempts WPIAL three-peat

Fox Chapel is the two-time defending WPIAL Class AAA field hockey champion. The Foxes knew they would get everyone's top game this season as they

Gateway QB Brady Walker throws 6 touchdowns in rout of Plum

October 6, 2017

The Gateway football team wasted little time getting scoring Friday night at Plum. Gators senior quarterback Brady Walker found Jeremiah Josephs for a 12-yard touchdown.

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 6

October 4, 2017

Devon Binz Riverview, jr., RB/DB The major focus of the offense in recent weeks at tailback, Binz (5-foot-10, 170 pounds) hopes to break out against

Burrell girls soccer gets section win over Springdale

October 2, 2017

The Burrell girls soccer team called upon its patience and perseverance Monday during its Section 2-AA game with rival Springdale at Buccaneer Stadium. The Bucs

Plum boys soccer team chasing section championship

The members of the Plum boys soccer team met Saturday morning — early — for a light 90-minute workout to bridge the gap between last

East Boros Sports Hall of Fame to enshrine newest class

September 30, 2017

Amy (Williams) Scheuneman was a star in soccer, cross county and track and field at Plum High School in the late 1990s. Just a few

Springdale tramples Riverview behind ground game that gains 278 yards

September 29, 2017

Legendary football coach Chuck Wagner was honored and celebrated in an emotional time of recognition before Friday's Eastern Conference game between Riverview and Springdale at

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 5

September 27, 2017

Logan Bitar Burrell, jr., RB/DB Bitar (5-foot-11, 170 pounds) is the workhorse for the Bucs' offense with 778 rushing yards and five TDs on 105

Riverview, Springdale boys soccer facing crucial stretch in Section 3-A

September 25, 2017

The Springdale and Riverview boys soccer teams enter Tuesday's Section 3-A play date tied for third place with 5-2-1 records. But both the Dynamos and

Apollo-Ridge freshmen lead ‘monumental win’ over Burrell

September 23, 2017

Apollo-Ridge faced a sizeable degree of adversity coming into its Allegheny Conference 3A game against rival Burrell on Friday at Owens Field. The Vikings lost

Rivals Riverview, Springdale play to draw in 1st meeting

September 21, 2017

As the first half of the Section 3-A slate came to a close Thursday afternoon, the Riverview and Springdale boys soccer teams each had three

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 4

September 20, 2017

Noah Gillette Highlands, jr., LB The Golden Rams used a big defensive performance to upend rival Knoch last week, and Gillette (5-foot-10, 192 pounds) was

Plum runners continue to lower times

September 18, 2017

The Plum boys and girls cross country teams were young at last year's WPIAL championships. The Mustangs boys took 18th, and the girls were 25th.

Highlands boys soccer shows marked improvement, eyes postseason berth

A 4-2 home nonsection win last Thursday was the fourth of the season for the Highlands boys soccer team. The Golden Rams, 4-4, won just

Plum hands Franklin Regional football 1st defeat

September 15, 2017

The Plum offense struggled over the first three weeks of the season. The Mustangs had scored just nine points, and they came on three Jackson

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 3

September 13, 2017

Logan Harmon Apollo-Ridge, fr., RB The Vikings are 3-0, and a number of newcomers have helped the cause. Harmon (5-foot-7, 190) tallied 82 rushing yards

A-K Valley boys soccer teams in transition gain early footing

September 11, 2017

The St. Joseph varsity boys soccer team tested its mettle Monday afternoon against an undefeated Freeport squad ranked third in the Tribune-Review's WPIAL Class AA

Plum golfer Shelby Shumaker set to compete at Pebble Beach

Two years ago this month, Shelby Shumaker traveled to the Pebble Beach Golf Course in California to support older sister Samantha who played in the

Seton LaSalle rallies to take down Valley in Allegheny Conference

September 9, 2017

Things started well enough for Valley in its Allegheny Conference game Friday against Seton LaSalle at Memorial Stadium. The Vikings scored on the first play

No. 4 Freeport boys soccer tops No. 2 Shady Side Academy in lightning-halted game

September 7, 2017

With 16 minutes and 44 seconds left in the second half of Thursday's Section 2-2A boys soccer match between rivals Freeport and Shady Side Academy,

Burrell, Freeport girls soccer clash suspended by weather

September 6, 2017

Mother Nature didn't let the Freeport and Burrell girls soccer teams finish their Section 2-AA opener Wednesday evening at Burrell High School. Lightning caused a

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 2

Logan Bitar Burrell, jr., RB/DB Despite his team's 12-6 loss to Hopewell on Friday, Bitar (5-foot-11, 170 pounds) tallied 185 yards on 23 carries and

Plum volleyball not satisfied with ’16 finish

September 4, 2017

Carly Bonk saw her Plum varsity girls volleyball team make strides throughout last season, and those improvements culminated in a third-place finish in Section 4

Plum’s Elsier settles in as girls basketball coach

September 3, 2017

Steve Elsier finds himself in unfamiliar territory as the new Plum girls basketball coach, but he is not unfamiliar to coaching at the high school

Keystone Oaks scores twice in 4th quarter to rally past Valley

September 1, 2017

Through three quarters of Friday's season-opening Allegheny Conference clash with Valley at Dormont Stadium, Keystone Oaks had just three points on its side of the

A-K Valley players to watch for Week 1

August 30, 2017

Ben Blacksmith Riverview, jr., WR/DB Blacksmith is one of several on a still-young team with returning experience from a playoff squad. Blacksmith (6-foot, 160) should

Former Biglerville coach Elsier to lead Plum girls

August 28, 2017

A summer search at Plum has landed a new varsity girls basketball coach. Steve Elsier, the boys varsity coach at District 3's Biglerville High School

Plum boys soccer team looking for more this season after successful 2016

August 27, 2017

Last season was one of growth for the members of the Plum boys soccer team. The Mustangs turned things around from a 2-9-1 section record

Plum girls soccer team eyes next step after winning sectional title

The Plum girls soccer team snapped a long drought last fall, capturing its first section championship since 1988. The Mustangs clinched a tie for the

Fitzroy leads Apollo-Ridge in rout of Leechburg

August 26, 2017

Apollo-Ridge's Kyle Fitzroy connected with younger brother Klay on an 11-yard touchdown pass with 8 minutes, 42 seconds left in the first quarter of Friday's

A-K Valley players to watch for Week Zero

August 24, 2017

Drew DiNunzio-Biss Kiski Area, RB/LB, jr. The Cavaliers' veteran will try to pick up where he left off last season against Canon-McMillan on Friday. DiNunzio-Biss

Gateway football team motivated by how its 2016 season ended

August 20, 2017

Five seconds. That's all that separated Gateway from last year's WPIAL 5A championship game at Heinz Field. But McKeesport's dramatic last-second Hail Mary touchdown in

Riverview football has big plans for transfer Conley

Riverview sophomore offensive lineman and defensive end Zach Hanlon said the young Raiders, with numbers in the low 20s, will need to overcome adversities this

Apollo-Ridge girls soccer keeps building

Three years ago, a group of girls set out on a journey to establish a soccer program at Apollo-Ridge. The foundation was set for future

Dual-threat Romanchak ready to lead Freeport back to playoffs

August 15, 2017

Austin Romanchak grew up with a mentor in his backyard. He watched his older brother, Andrew, develop his athletic skills and mold himself into a

Alex Bellinotti leads Burrell football into season

August 12, 2017

Two years ago, as a freshman, Burrell's Alex Bellinotti got his chance to show what he could do with playing time on offense, defense and

Plum graduate Joyce recognized for perseverance, courage

August 7, 2017

Steven Joyce finished his Stampede in the Park 5K race July 22 in eighth place with a time of 19 minutes, 50 seconds. The 23-year-old

Gateway football hopes 7-on-7 success can translate into wins

August 6, 2017

Preseason camp for WPIAL high school football begins early Monday morning. Gateway has its sights set on a strong season in Class 5A. The Gators