Author: Ray Fisher
Thomas Jefferson brings ‘controlled chaos’ to inaugural flag football season
April 19, 2026
One of the more popular activities in the Thomas Jefferson sports program is girls flag football.
Strong season building as Baldwin boys volleyball elevates game
Baldwin went from being unranked in Class 3A boys volleyball to No. 5 in a recent vote by the Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association.
Baldwin athletes climb medal stand at South Hills Classic
The South Hills Classic track and field invitational seems to expand on an annual basis.
Baldwin softball off to strong start with primary goals still ahead
Baldwin held a one-game lead over Thomas Jefferson by mid-March in the Section 4-5A softball standings.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Academy softball earns sweep
Sewickley Academy recently swept a Section 1-A softball doubleheader against Rochester, winning convincingly by scores of 16-1 and 16-0.
Quaker Valley’s Will Meagher takes pride in run to WPIAL tennis finals
Quaker Valley junior Will Meagher ended his WPIAL boys tennis season as the district runner-up in Class 2A.
Bethel Park still seeking consistency midway through baseball season
April 18, 2026
Bethel Park and South Fayette split decisions recently in their two-game series on the diamond.
Quaker Valley’s Will Meagher takes another step forward with section singles title
April 12, 2026
Quaker Valley junior Will Meagher was seeded second in the Section 3-2A boys tennis singles tournament. But the athletic Meagher climbed one rung up the section ladder at this year’s championship event.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley boys tennis stacking wins
Quaker Valley’s boys tennis team was unbeatable at 4-0 in the early part of the spring season.
Quaker Valley track teams get off to quick start
The Quaker Valley track and field program has been a powerhouse in this decade.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Mike Iuzzolino earns coach of the year nod
April 5, 2026
Sewickley Academy’s Mike Iuzzolino was lauded as the WPIAL Class 2A boys basketball coach of the year by Trib HSSN.
Early season success sparks Sewickley Academy softball
Charlotte Andrews made a monumental first impression on the Sewickley Academy softball season.
Sewickley Academy boys tennis welcomes start of new era
The Sewickley Academy boys tennis team was led by Severin Harmon the past four years.
‘TNT goes BOOM’: Veteran Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse team on a mission for success
Sam Futrovsky has a unique approach to a season as coach of the Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse team.
Quaker Valley girls lacrosse opens season with strong foundation
The Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team qualified for both WPIAL and PIAA playoffs in Class 2A last season.
Sewickley Academy boys basketball notebook: Laser focus pays off for Panthers
March 29, 2026
Sewickley Academy’s boys basketball team left no doubt about who the best Class 2A team in the state was this season.
With young roster, Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse looks to build throughout season
Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse coach Mike Scerbo welcomed five key starters back this season.
Quaker Valley boys tennis out for redemption after early exit last season
The Quaker Valley boys tennis team has a full squad — nine players — back from last year.
Quaker Valley ‘peaked at the right time’ en route to claiming Penguins Cup, state titles
The 2025-26 season had a sweet taste to it for the Quaker Valley hockey team.
Under new coach, excitement builds for Quaker Valley boys lacrosse
Ryan Riesmeyer has returned home as coach of the Quaker Valley boys lacrosse team.
Boosters bring added fun to Quaker Valley baseball home games
Last year’s Quaker Quiz proved to be a successful added feature at Quaker Valley baseball home games.
Quaker Valley baseball opens season on winning note
Quaker Valley’s baseball team won its 2026 season lid-lifter April 23 after waiting out its opening day plans because of three postponements.
Brentwood baseball eyes improvement under 1st-year coach
March 22, 2026
The Brentwood baseball team is looking to turn things around in 2026.
Quaker Valley girls see off program legend Mimi Thiero with memorable season
Quaker Valley wrapped up a successful girls basketball season with 19 wins and an appearance in the PIAA Class 3A playoffs.
Quaker Valley baseball in position to build on past success
Quaker Valley played some of its best baseball last year when it counted the most.
With veteran lineup, Eden Christian baseball poised for big year
The Eden Christian Academy baseball team, a PIAA runner-up in 2025, is rated No. 1 in Class A in the Trib HSSN WPIAL preseason rankings.
Thomas Jefferson sophomores Zoie DeCostro, Madden Stanek value international softball trip
A recent trip to the Netherlands to play in The Cup softball tournament was packed with highlights.
Thomas Jefferson looks to take next step in 2nd flag football season
Thomas Jefferson qualified for the first round of the Pittsburgh Girls Flag Football League playoffs last year.
Thomas Jefferson gymnastics celebrates WPIAL, state titles
Thomas Jefferson’s gymnastics team enjoyed yet another top-of-the-line season in 2025-26.
South Hills Record notebook: Brentwood swimmer rewrites record book
Junior Fawn Brendel posted the best finish by a Brentwood girls swimmer in more than two decades at the WPIAL Class 2A championships at Trees Pool.
Quartet of returning senior captains set to lead Baldwin softball
The Baldwin softball team advanced to the WPIAL Class 5A playoffs last season after narrowly missing out on a section championship.
Baldwin girls savor breakthrough season
The Baldwin girls basketball team ended its season among the elite eight in the state in Class 5A.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley geared up for 1st WPIAL-sponsored flag football season
Girls flag football is one of the fastest-growing high school sports in the state and has been officially added to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
As WPIAL realigns, Quaker Valley looking forward to facing 2A competition
The WPIAL announced last week the new conference alignments and schedules for the next two high school football seasons.
Led by double gold from Jackson Edwards, Bethel Park boys shine at WPIAL swim meet
March 21, 2026
Jackson Edwards is a powerhouse in the pool.
New wave of players out to uphold Bethel Park baseball tradition
Bethel Park baseball teams have compiled a 97-28-1 record since 2021, finishing as WPIAL runner-up in 2021, 2023 and 2024 and in third place in the district in 2022 and 2025.
Bethel Park girls ‘swam their hearts out’ at successful WPIAL meet
The Bethel Park girls team dove headfirst into the 2025-26 swim season.
For Quaker Valley, sense of pride comes with season-ending PIAA loss
March 15, 2026
Quaker Valley’s first-round PIAA playoff game March 6 against Hickory became a tedious uphill climb for the Quakers almost from the opening tip.
Talented lineup returns for Sewickley Academy softball
The 2025 season was filled with highlights for the Sewickley Academy softball team.
Sewickley Academy shows dominant defense, rebounding in PIAA tournament wins
Sewickley Academy defeated Jeannette in the WPIAL Class 2A boys basketball championship game Feb. 27 at Petersen Events Center.
Coming off playoff season, Sewickley Academy baseball can lean on key veteran players
The Sewickley Academy baseball team has four returning starters and each is expected to play an important role for the Panthers this season.
Matthias Lezama shines for Quaker Valley in return to Penguins Cup finals
Matthias Lezama has had a significant impact on the Quaker Valley hockey team in his first two seasons with the Quakers.
WPIAL finals loss was ‘a good learning experience’ for Quaker Valley boys
March 8, 2026
Quaker Valley’s boys basketball team took an impressive 11-game winning streak into the WPIAL playoffs then extended it with two postseason victories.
Sewickley Herald notebook: 3 Quaker Valley wrestlers make it to states
Three Quaker Valley wrestlers qualified for the PIAA Class 2A tournament off their performances at the Southwest Regional at Altoona.
Sewickley Academy girls follow slow start with strong finish in run to PIAA tournament
Sewickley Academy’s girls basketball team experienced a turnaround season within 2025-26, thanks to a strong case of player perseverance.
Focus on defense pays championship dividends for Sewickley Academy boys
“Defense wins games; offense just determines by how much.”
Amelia Suhayda, Marcus Zhan lead Quaker Valley swimmers at WPIAL meet
Quaker Valley senior Marcus Zhan earned a runner-up finish in the 200-yard freestyle event at the WPIAL Class 2A swimming championships Feb. 26-27 at Pitt’s Trees Pool.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley hockey dominates playoff opener
March 1, 2026
Quaker Valley easily defeated Greensburg Salem, winning by an 8-0 margin in the first round of the PIHL Penguins Cup Class A playoffs Feb. 23 at the Ice Castle in Castle Shannon.
Sewickley Academy girls make state playoffs, build foundation for bright future
The Sewickley Academy girls basketball team ran out of time in the quarterfinals of the WPIAL Class A playoffs.
With team-first focus, Sewickley Academy boys sprint into WPIAL championship game
Jeannette, like Sewickley Academy, has been awe-inspiring in the 2025-26 boys basketball season.
Bruce Anderchak climbs to top of Quaker Valley wrestling’s all-time wins list
He’s No. 1.
Mimi Thiero sits atop Quaker Valley all-time scoring list, boys or girls
Oumou “Mimi” Thiero achieved perhaps her greatest career milestone Feb. 20 during Quaker Valley’s 54-35 consolation win over Avonworth in the WPIAL Class 3A girls basketball playoffs.
Everything comes together for Quaker Valley boys en route to WPIAL title game
Quaker Valley and Knoch — the No. 1 and No. 3 seeds in Class 4A basketball — were set to clash Feb. 26 in the WPIAL boys championship game.
Bethel Park rallies to support women, girls in sports
February 22, 2026
National Girls and Women in Sports Day for 2026 was observed Feb. 4, promoting the accomplishments of female athletes and advocating for gender equality in sports.
Bethel Park notebook: Hall of Fame welcomes 5 new members
Five individuals were inducted recently into the Bethel Park High School Athletic Hall of Fame, representing the Class of 2025.
Balanced offense carries Bethel Park hockey into PIHL playoffs
The Bethel Park hockey team is a PIHL playoff qualifier.
Thomas Jefferson boys, girls pack powerful 1-2 punch
It was magical.
Joey Nix finds perfect touch — again — for Thomas Jefferson bowling
Some bowlers never are able roll a 300 game in a lifetime.
South Hills Record notebook: Thomas Jefferson gymnasts wear WPIAL crown
Thomas Jefferson won the WPIAL team championship in gymnastics for the second year in a row.
Thomas Jefferson’s Emmett Forte earns coveted Breisinger Award
His forte on the Thomas Jefferson football team was tackling.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Junior wrestler marches into WPIAL tournament
Seven wrestlers at Quaker Valley qualified for the WPIAL tournament.
Sewickley Academy girls notch playoff win to remember
No. 10 Monessen went into its WPIAL Class A girls basketball playoff game Feb. 16 at Sewickley Academy with high hopes, only to see its sails deflated by a strong defensive effort by the home team.
2 Quaker Valley wrestlers become 3-time section champs
Quaker Valley seniors Matt Danna and Bruce Anderchak captured their third section championships Feb. 14 at the WPIAL Class 2A Northern wrestling tournament held at Keystone Oaks.
Sewickley Herald playoff notebook: Sewickley Academy roster loaded with sharpshooters
Notes and quotes from the WPIAL basketball playoffs:
Sewickley Academy boys, girls ready to take their shot in WPIAL basketball playoffs
February 15, 2026
Both Sewickley Academy varsity teams extended their seasons in 2025-26.
Quaker Valley boys, girls heat up heading into playoffs
The Quaker Valley boys basketball team has been unbeatable since the start of the new year.
Lucas Grimsley adds 1,000-point milestone to stellar Sewickley Academy resume
Sewickley Academy’s talented senior Lucas Grimsley was an all-state selection following the 2024-25 basketball season.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley boys edge Indiana in playoff tune-up
The high school schedule-maker linked three Quaker Valley teams together Feb. 9 in late regular-season action — two at home, one on the road. All three were victorious:
Sophomore forward leads Quaker Valley hockey to signature win
February 8, 2026
Matthias Lezama collected four goals and an assist Feb. 2 to lead the Quaker Valley hockey team to its most important win of the regular season.
All-star defenseman makes major impact for Quaker Valley hockey
Luke Koehler is in his fourth year of varsity competition on the Quaker Valley hockey team.
Quaker Valley boys march through section schedule
The Quaker Valley boys basketball team picked up where it left off at the start of the second half of section play.
Quaker Valley assistant getting intense on-the-job training coaching boys, girls teams
By day, KC Johns is an operations manager at Rize Sports in Leetsdale.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley grad stars on ice, in classroom
Quaker Valley graduate Emily Reiner made the the dean’s list with high honors during the fall semester at the Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy soccer coaches endorse elimination of overtime
The PIAA recently made a major rule change by eliminating overtime in regular-season games, meaning teams will settle on a draw if they are tied after 80 minutes of regulation.
Sewickley Academy boys, girls put best foot forward at Win Palmer Memorial Classic
Sewickley Academy’s boys basketball team held what appeared to be a precarious 24-20 halftime lead Feb. 1 against visiting Aliquippa.
Sewickley sports notebook: Co-op helps build depth for Quaker Valley swimming
February 1, 2026
Seven of the 27 athletes in the Quaker Valley swim program attend Sewickley Academy as part of the WPIAL’s cooperative sponsorship program.
Sewickley Academy boys dominating WPIAL competition
The boys basketball team at Sewickley Academy is like a finely tuned machine.
Quaker Valley wrestler Matt Danna joins 100-win club
Call it a moon landing.
Alexa Westwood, Quaker Valley swimming teammates working toward goals
It isn’t a rebuilding season for the Quaker Valley girls swim team. It’s more like the Quakers have embarked on a retooling process.
Contributions from Keira Watson, teammates lead Quaker Valley girls to key section win
Keira Watson’s clutch free throw late in the game proved to be the difference for the Quaker Valley girls basketball team.
Brentwood swimmer keeps lowering school record, striving to reach more goals
January 25, 2026
It didn’t take long for Brentwood’s Fawn Brendel to break her own school record.
Nailed it: Baldwin wins school’s 1st PIAA competitive spirit championship
They are known as the Dream Team around the Baldwin-Whitehall area.
‘Really special’: 3 Bernotas sisters team up for Baldwin girls basketball
Not one, not two, but three.
Captains hit right notes for Baldwin’s championship competitive spirit team
The 2025-26 season has been historic for the Baldwin competitive spirit program.
Pair of champion lead Thomas Jefferson wrestlers at Allegheny County tournament
The Thomas Jefferson wrestling program introduced its “Zach Attack” at this year’s county championships.
Thomas Jefferson sophomore takes game worldwide at softball tournament in Netherlands
Thomas Jefferson sophomore Madden Stanek has taken her softball skills to the international level.
Big season brewing for Thomas Jefferson boys, girls basketball
Thomas Jefferson junior Noah Sear has no fear on the basketball court.
South Hills Record notebook: Thomas Jefferson workhorse back recognized
Catching up on the South Hills sports scene:
Bethel Park notebook: Wrestler captures county championship
January 24, 2026
Bethel Park’s Ian Bucheli turned in a championship performance Jan. 17 at the Allegheny County wrestling tournament at Fox Chapel.
Bethel Park’s Charlie Simmons honored for work on, off the field
Bethel Park senior Charlie Simmons joined 10 other area football players as a Jerome Bettis Leadership Award recipient.
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley hockey secures back-to-back shutouts
Quaker Valley’s hockey team outscored the opposition by a 17-0 overall difference in recent back-to-back PIHL Class A games.
Quaker Valley swimmers ramp up for postseason meets
Three up and three down.
Quaker Valley boys in driver’s seat as stretch run draws near
The Quaker Valley boys basketball team ended the first half of section play in a great position.
Quaker Valley met challenges during memorable girls soccer season
January 18, 2026
Quaker Valley finished with a 16-4-1 record in girls soccer during the fall season, advancing to the WPIAL Class 2A semifinals and PIAA first round.
Quaker Valley basketball teams make memories on holiday trip to Florida
Quaker Valley basketball took a break from Western Pennsylvania’s wintry weather during December’s holiday season.
Fisher’s Files: Sewickley Academy earns elite status in WPIAL boys basketball
Sewickley Academy’s boys basketball team is, simply stated, one of the best.
At 600-win milestone, Quaker Valley coach Mike Mastroianni proud of program’s impact
January 11, 2026
Quaker Valley’s Mike Mastroianni racked up the 600th win of his high school basketball coaching career Dec. 19 in a 63-21 section victory at Ambridge.
Sewickley Academy boys basketball coach Mike Iuzzolino to be honored at Saint Francis
Go back 35 years.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley boys notch quality wins
Catching up with area highlights from the past month:
From penalty box to policy briefs, Sewickley Academy junior has passion for hockey, law
Max Kopf, a 6-foot, 170-pound junior forward on the fledgling Sewickley Academy hockey team, is known for his hard work and dedication both on and off the ice.
Sewickley Academy girls ready to bring high-energy style to heart of section schedule
Sewickley Academy won its Section 1-A opener in girls basketball with a 47-39 victory against Eden Christian Academy.
Sewickley Academy boys roll into new year undefeated
The month of December was a festive one for the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team.
Quaker Valley athletes make college choices in wide variety of sports
Quaker Valley’s college signings for 2025-26 hit double figures in December.
5 Quaker Valley standouts among players chosen for PIHL all-star games
They are considered among the cream of the crop of high school hockey players in Western Pennsylvania.
Maryland recruit Mimi Thiero resetting Quaker Valley’s record books
Quaker Valley senior Mimi Thiero celebrated twice.
Quaker Valley’s Matthias Lezama rises PIHL ranks early in sophomore season
December 14, 2025
Quaker Valley forward Matthias Lezama is one of the top skaters and leading scorers in the PIHL.
Junior guard aims to bring ‘glory, grace, grit’ to Eden Christian girls basketball lineup
Emmie Smith is a 5-foot-6 guard and one of three juniors on the Eden Christian Academy girls basketball team, along with the Wallace twins — 5-7 guard Hannah and 5-7 forward Leah.
Small but tight-knit roster working to build Eden Christian girls basketball program
Eden Christian Academy’s girls basketball team has only eight players.
‘Humble and hungry’ Eden Christian boys get off to fast start
Eden Christian Academy’s boys basketball team won its season opener impressively.
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley wrestlers hit the road
The Quaker Valley wrestling team won’t compete in a home match until next year.
Bethel Park’s Xavier Jackson relishes chance to cap high school career at all-star game
December 9, 2025
Bethel Park senior Xavier Jackson fulfilled another goal.
With loaded lineup, Sewickley Academy boys back for more
December 7, 2025
It may be difficult to top last season’s success for the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team.
Century club member Bruce Anderchak leads Quaker Valley wrestling into season
Quaker Valley wrestler Bruce Anderchak joined an exclusive club Jan. 15 against Carlynton when he earned the 100th win of his career.
Thomas Jefferson wrestling looks to maintain success under new leadership
The Thomas Jefferson wrestling program has caught its collective breath following the successful decade-long run of Michael Ladick as head coach.
Top-tier talent returns to lead Thomas Jefferson girls basketball
The Thomas Jefferson girls basketball team was the top offensive squad in Class 5A last season, averaging 62.4 ppg.
Thomas Jefferson boys have championship potential
There is no denying the thought process of the Thomas Jefferson boys basketball team.
South Hills sports notebook: Thomas Jefferson hockey earns key victory over North Allegheny
The Thomas Jefferson hockey team ended the month of November with a 3-2 win over North Allegheny in the PIHL Class 3A division.
Brentwood girls hopeful with roster mixing youth, experience
The Brentwood girls basketball team is young and hopeful.
Productive offseason speeds up rebuild for Brentwood boys
The Brentwood boys basketball team lost almost 40 points per game to graduation from the 2024-25 scoring column.
Baldwin girls embrace underdog role, ready to ‘surprise a lot of people this year’
Peaks and valleys possibly best describes the performance of the Baldwin girls basketball team a year ago.
Baldwin boys basketball ready to defend section championship
Baldwin’s boys basketball team enjoyed a dream season in 2024-25.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley hockey wins division clash
Jack Watson, a junior defenseman, led the way with two goals and an assist to send Quaker Valley to an 8-4 win Nov. 24 against Moon in the PIHL.
1st-year coach brings new energy to Bethel Park wrestling
December 6, 2025
There is a new look to the Bethel Park wrestling program in 2025-26.
Bethel Park girls have playoff experience, drive to improve
Bethel Park’s girls basketball team competed in five WPIAL playoff games last season.
After near miss last season, Bethel Park boys working to earn playoff berth
The Bethel Park boys basketball team missed the WPIAL playoffs last season by one game.
With experienced roster, Quaker Valley boys have high hopes for season
November 30, 2025
Last year’s rash of injuries may prove helpful to the Quaker Valley boys basketball team in 2025-26.
Widespread support helped Eden Christian girls volleyball to WPIAL championship
The 2025 championship season has special meaning to the members of the Eden Christian Academy girls volleyball team.
New coach welcomes mix of young talent to Sewickley Academy girls roster
Sewickley Academy’s first-year girls basketball coach Rob Shazer sticks to the basics.
Quaker Valley girls look to ‘continue the momentum’ with returning roster
Quaker Valley’s girls basketball team appears to be built for success.
With defense leading way, Sewickley Academy boys contended in section, battled to the end
November 23, 2025
Defense dominated on the Sewickley Academy pitch this season.
Grit, faith carry Eden Christian volleyball to historic season
The Eden Christian Academy girls volleyball team had its eyes on the district’s big prize in Class A this season.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley adds to trophy case in fall season
It proved to be yet another championship season this fall for the Quaker Valley athletic program.
Trips to WPIAL finals, PIAA playoffs made season unforgettable for Sewickley Academy girls
The only way to beat the Sewickley Academy girls soccer team in 2025 was via a shutout.
Punishing ground game, ball-hawking defense put up numbers for Thomas Jefferson football
November 22, 2025
The Thomas Jefferson football team advanced to the WPIAL playoffs for the 31st consecutive year in 2025. The last time the Jaguars missed the postseason was in 1994.
Thomas Jefferson boys soccer caps solid season with playoff success
The Thomas Jefferson boys soccer team strung together an 11-game unbeaten streak in the first half of this season.
South Hills Record notebook: New look for Baldwin wrestling
The Baldwin wrestling program has a youthful look to it this season.
Led by standout goalie, Bethel Park hockey starts season strong
Bethel Park goaltender Kevin Teamann proved inspirational at the start of the PIHL season.
Numbers tell story of successful season for Bethel Park football
One of the strengths of the Bethel Park football team this season was its offensive firepower. The Black Hawks accounted for 416 points, an average of 34.6 per game, and 4,584 total offensive yards.
Unbeaten streak, section title among many highlights in Bethel Park boys soccer season
The Bethel Park boys soccer team lost its first and last games of the regular season. In between, the Black Hawks were unbeatable.
Captains ace leadership test for Quaker Valley tennis
November 16, 2025
Livia Jobbins, Jane Lenhard and Parker Barnes shared a common bond on the Quaker Valley girls tennis team this season.
Young Quaker Valley volleyball team showed flashes of brilliance in inconsistent season
Quaker Valley’s girls volleyball team had inconsistent results this season partly because of the Quakers’ all-around inexperience.
Quaker Valley hockey rides hot start to division lead
Quaker Valley’s hockey team jumped out to a flying start in the PIHL season.
Quaker Valley runner fights through injuries to compete with WPIAL’s, state’s best
This is a story of perseverance and determination.
Makenna Kamnikar wraps up memorable golf career at Quaker Valley
Makenna Kamnikar was a member of the Quaker Valley boys golf team all four years of high school.
State title for Jonah Montagnese caps season to remember for Quaker Valley cross country
November 9, 2025
Quaker Valley’s Jonah Montagnese was a virtual one-man wrecking crew in cross country this year.
Quaker Valley girls tennis ‘family’ celebrates championship season
Borrowing a phrase from one of Sly &the Family Stone’s big hits, it appears the 2025 season was a “family affair” for the Quaker Valley girls tennis team.
After wild WPIAL tournament, Quaker Valley boys earn PIAA berth
The Quaker Valley boys soccer team strung together a 17-game unbeaten streak against WPIAL competition this season.
Sewickley sports notebook: 1st-year Quaker Valley coach credits staff for improvement
Quaker Valley football finished 4-6 record in coach Tom Eshenbaugh’s first year.
Sewickley Academy sophomore turns talent into WPIAL cross country title
November 2, 2025
Sewickley Academy sophomore Zachary Sharara took top honors in Class A at the WPIAL boys cross country championship Oct. 23 at White Oak Park.
Promising Sewickley Academy freshman makes 1st WPIAL golf headlines
Trey Susa is a 5-foot-9 golfer at Sewickley Academy who has an iron game to more than match his size.
Star-studded roster helped Sewickley Academy, Bentworth to WPIAL finals
When top-seeded Sewickley Academy and No. 2 Bentworth advanced to the WPIAL Class A girls soccer championship game at Highmark Stadium, it guaranteed the final would be a star-studded affair.
Lily Baker, Maddie Gatehouse spark Quaker Valley girls soccer playoff victories
The Quaker Valley girls soccer team did not reach double digits against any regular-season opponent on its way to a 13-2-1 record and section title in 2025.
Quaker Valley football ends season on winning note
The Quaker Valley football team walked off the field as a winner in 2025.
Hard work pays off for Jonah Montagnese, Quaker Valley teammates in WPIAL cross country gold
Jonah Montagnese turned on the jets and left the rest of the Class 2A boys field in his wake.
Thomas Jefferson volleyball shows will to win in another section championship season
October 26, 2025
There was no second-guessing coach Courtney Frost in her assessment of the Thomas Jefferson girls volleyball team earlier this season.
South Hills Record notebook: Vince Sortino to take over as WPIAL executive director
The WPIAL board accepted executive director Scott Seltzer’s resignation Oct. 21 and voted to promote chief operating officer Vince Sortino to the top spot.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Academy soccer teams fare well in opening round
Senior midfielder Finn Wentz scored a pair of goals as No. 7 Sewickley Academy won a 4-0 decision against No. 10 Trinity Christian (8-10) in the first round of the WPIAL Class A boys soccer playoffs.
With success of boys, girls teams, Sewickley area becomes epicenter of Western Pa. soccer
Welcome to Soccer Shangri-la.
Defense holds key for Quaker Valley boys in section championship season
Quaker Valley’s boys soccer team was a defensive dynamo during the regular season.
Quaker Valley’s Mia Gartley shows multi-sport skills in cross country, volleyball, track
Mia Gartley is a high jump aficionado in the Quaker Valley girls track and field program.
Unsung hero Jack Johnson packs punch for Bethel Park defense
October 25, 2025
An often-overlooked contributor on the Bethel Park football squad in 2025 was Jack Johnson, a junior linebacker.
Workhorse David Dennison fuels high-octane Bethel Park offense
Bethel Park senior standout David Dennison was a gem of an athlete among WPIAL football players in 2025, particularly running backs.
Bethel Park savors 3rd straight section title, wants more
Bethel Park’s boys soccer team won its third consecutive section title with a near-perfect 12-0-2 record.
Strong goaltending helps Quaker Valley hockey get off to solid start
October 19, 2025
Quaker Valley’s Ian Lorang faced 50 shots in his team’s first two PIHL games this season.
Excitement for WPIAL title defense builds for section champ Quaker Valley
They almost make it look too easy at times.
‘Never satisfied’ Quaker Valley boys build late-season momentum
Sensational, simply sensational.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Stingy goalkeeper leads Sewickley Academy girls
One of the highlights of the Sewickley Academy girl soccer team’s regular season was the effort displayed by sophomore goalkeeper Gabby Edmunds.
Sewickley Academy plays ‘tougher brand of soccer’ en route to playoffs
Sewickley Academy’s boys soccer team didn’t let a few bumps in the road derail it in its quest to advance to the WPIAL playoffs.
Girls soccer team restores the roar at Sewickley Academy
A tradition continues.
Strong WPIAL showing sends Sewickley Academy freshman golfer to states
Sewickley Academy’s Trey Susa has enjoyed an outstanding freshman season on the links.
‘Incredible’ race from Jonah Montagnese leads Quaker Valley runners to MAC title
Jonah Montagnese shifted into cruise control toward the end of the Midwestern Athletic Conference cross country championships to lead Quaker Valley to the 2025 boys team title.
Quaker Valley star Mimi Thiero excited to grow her game at Maryland
October 5, 2025
Quaker Valley senior Oumou “Mimi” Thiero celebrated a significant birthday in her life with a major announcement.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Panthers boys soccer team eyes playoff run
Luca Peluso doesn’t take a break during the school year as a three-sport athlete at Sewickley Academy.
Momentum building toward playoffs for Sewickley Academy girls soccer
Gary Weber embraced a strong message for the Sewickley Academy girls soccer team in 2024 in his first year as head coach.
Quaker Valley runner serves notice with win at Hershey meet
Quaker Valley’s Jonah Montagnese enjoys running.
Quaker Valley homecoming king, queen are good sports
Quaker Valley’s homecoming royalty is steadfastly entrenched in the athletic realm.
Quaker Valley boys soccer sizzles in September
The Quaker Valley boys soccer team did not lose a game in September.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Academy’s boys soccer success starts on defense
September 28, 2025
Sewickley Academy’s boys soccer team in anchored by a pair of top-notch underclassmen this season.
Quaker Valley golfers fill leaderboard at section tournament
Five Quaker Valley golfers — yes, five — qualified for the WPIAL Class 2A boys tournament out of Section 9.
Quaker Valley’s Avery Allan takes pride in run to WPIAL finals
Quaker Valley’s Avery Allan was awarded the No. 2 seed in Class 2A for the WPIAL girls tennis singles tournament.
With winning record in 1st half of season, Quaker Valley moving in right direction
Week 4 is the unofficial midpoint of the WPIAL high school football season.
Senior captains lead way for otherwise young Quaker Valley volleyball roster
September 21, 2025
They have achieved prominent, high-level status in the Quaker Valley girls volleyball program.
Planning, discipline help Sewickley Academy’s Blake Wilmot manage dual-sport fall at 2 schools
Sewickley Academy and the Class 5A Moon Tigers have a co-op partnership on the football field.
Quaker Valley’s Avery Allan set for 2nd half of season after claiming section singles title
Quaker Valley’s Avery Allan had to be at her competitive best if she entertained any thoughts of winning the girls singles title in Section 5-2A tennis.
Despite injuries, Thomas Jefferson girls soccer finding success in section play
Thomas Jefferson won its first three section games in girls soccer to climb into a tie for first place with South Fayette at 3-0.
Thomas Jefferson boys soccer coming together, ready for section race
It was a tight race in boys soccer between Thomas Jefferson and Bethel Park in Section 2-3A last year.
Thomas Jefferson girls volleyball sets expectations high
There was no second guessing coach Courtney Frost in her assessment of the Thomas Jefferson girls volleyball team.
Gritty Brentwood shakes off early losses, gets locked in
The Brentwood football team recovered nicely from season-opening losses to Yough and South Allegheny.
Bethel Park tennis ace adds to already stocked trophy case
September 20, 2025
Cami Fisher added yet another honor in her outstanding tennis career at Bethel Park.
Senior-heavy Bethel Park boys soccer off to strong start
The Bethel Park boys soccer team responded to a season-opening loss by going unbeaten in its next five games.
Fisher’s Files: Bethel Park jumping on opponents in 1st half
One month into the season, the Bethel Park football team was 3-1 and averaging a hefty 38.2 ppg.
Bethel Park notebook: Pillar of Black Hawks offensive line makes college choice
Bethel Park senior Santino LaMolinare, a 6-foot-3, 275-pound all-conference lineman, drew nine Division I college offers before committing Aug. 3 to Duquesne.
Arrival of Stanley Cup champ Tyler Kennedy boosts Sewickley Academy hockey program
September 18, 2025
Tyler Kennedy adds high value and instant credibility to the Sewickley Academy hockey program.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Defense leads Quaker Valley girls volleyball
September 14, 2025
Quaker Valley recorded its first sweep of the girls volleyball season Sept. 9 against a section opponent, New Brighton.
Sewickley Academy girls golf ready to contend in season’s 2nd half
Sewickley Academy’s girls golf team wrapped up the season’s first half at 6-2, capped by a one-shot win Sept. 3 against Beaver.
Sewickley Academy boys soccer uses home-field advantage to get off to quick start
Sewickley Academy’s boys soccer team finally hit the road in mid-September.
MAC title highlights promising girls tennis season for Quaker Valley
Winning the Midwestern Athletic Conference girls tennis championship could usher in bigger things for Quaker Valley in 2025.
Globe-trotting Quaker Valley tennis player learns Arabic in Morocco
Hannah Stein, at age 16, already is a world traveler.
Quaker Valley takes pride in girls soccer rivalry win over Sewickley Academy
Quaker Valley scored twice in each half en route to a 4-0 victory in its annual girls soccer rivalry game.
Eden Christian Academy girls volleyball looks to defend section title
Eden Christian Academy’s girls volleyball team opened the season with 3-1 wins over West Allegheny and South Park.
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley girls soccer spreads out scoring
September 7, 2025
The Quaker Valley girls soccer team had nine reasons why its season-opener was a successful outing.
New girls volleyball program gets off the ground at Sewickley Academy
There’s a trendy new sport in town that has the Sewickley Academy athletic program adrenalized.
Sewickley Academy boys soccer shows promise, room for growth in early going
Sewickley Academy’s boys soccer team started out with four home games this season at Nichols Field.
Quaker Valley cross country gets off to quick start
The Quaker Valley cross country teams began the 2025 season with a fast start.
With early wins, football team shows it’s not ‘the same Quaker Valley … from last year’
Two up, two down.
Excitement running high as Sewickley Academy girls soccer aims to build on last season’s success
August 31, 2025
Makenzie Dice is one of three returning senior starters on the Sewickley Academy girls soccer team.
Quaker Valley runners hoping to keep WPIAL cross country title in family
The path is clear for Quaker Valley’s Jonah and Lucy Montagnese as they aspire to follow in their sister Cecilia’s championship footsteps.
All-around threat Ben McHenry makes early impact for Quaker Valley
The subplot for the Quaker Valley football season opener was dubbed, “The Ben McHenry Show.”
Quaker Valley boys in position to add to school’s cross country legacy
The Quaker Valley boys cross country team is focused on making it an even dozen this season.
Sewickley sports notebook: WPIAL Community Champion Award going strong
The WPIAL Community Champion Award is presented to the schools that tabulate the most “meals” — total between money donated and food collected — in each of the six divisions, which are determined on enrollment.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Academy to debut girls volleyball team
August 24, 2025
There is a brand-new sport — girls volleyball — being played at Sewickley Academy this fall.
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy get ready for girls soccer backyard brawl on Beaver Street
The date is no doubt circled on both teams’ schedules.
Sewickley Academy girls tennis team putting starting lineup together
Sewickley Academy’s girls tennis team finished 9-4 overall and 5-1 in section play a year ago. But the Panthers lost almost half the squad to graduation.
WPIAL champion Quaker Valley planning girls soccer encore
The 2024 season was one for the ages for the Quaker Valley girls soccer program.
Quaker Valley’s Kamnikar siblings carry summer success into high school golf season
Two members of the Kamnikar family played a ton of golf this summer.
Talented starting lineup tasked with turning Quaker Valley football in right direction
Quaker Valley’s football players have worked vigorously in preparation for the 2025 season.
Trio of captains lead Quaker Valley girls soccer in WPIAL title defense
The spring season is an important time for the Quaker Valley girls soccer program.
Sewickley Academy girls working on encore after banner season
Sewickley Academy’s girls soccer team took pride in having a banner 2024 season in Gary Weber’s first year as the Panthers’ head coach.
Hall of Fame inductee built skills needed for decorated Army career at Thomas Jefferson
Cory Scharbo was a 135-pound wrestler at Thomas Jefferson around the time of the new millennium.
Dozens of Bethel Park athletes from class of ’25 take next step to compete in college
August 23, 2025
Bethel Park’s senior athletes rolled triple fives in their commitments to their football, baseball and wrestling careers.
Large crew of returning starters offer optimism at Brentwood
August 18, 2025
Brentwood returned to the WPIAL Class A playoffs last season via a fifth-place Eastern Conference finish.
Seton LaSalle to lean on defensive dominance
August 17, 2025
Seton LaSalle coach Tim Storino is anticipating that the team’s recent growth pattern continues in 2025.
Eden Christian grad playing college volleyball in Florida offers inspiration to small school players
August 16, 2025
Elena Arnold didn’t decide to transfer from Saint Francis to Rollins College for any one specific reason.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley volleyball has new look after championship season
Mike Vavrek is now in his 15th year as head coach of the Quaker Valley girls volleyball program.
Senior state qualifier, Quaker Valley golf teammates driven to reach goals
Three Quaker Valley golfers qualified for the PIAA Class 2A individual championships last season.
Quaker Valley boys soccer driven to meet and exceed program’s high standards
Quaker Valley’s boys soccer team finished 14-4-1 in 2024 in Sean Ryan’s first year in charge of the program.
Coach Tom Eshenbaugh looking to change culture in Quaker Valley football program
August 12, 2025
First-year coach Tom Eshenbaugh is looking to restore the Quaker Valley football program to the land of respectability.
Behind standout running back, sturdy offensive line, Thomas Jefferson out to defend title
August 11, 2025
Editor’s note: Trib HSSN will publish team-by-team previews for one conference per day until the start of the high school football season Aug. 22. Due to production schedule conflicts, the Laurel Highlands and Ringgold previews will be published later in the month.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Class of 2025 to enter Sewickley Academy hall of fame
August 10, 2025
Four individuals and one team will be inducted into the Sewickley Academy Sports Hall of Fame this fall.
Coming off banner year, Quaker Valley tennis has exciting options to fill lineup vacancies
Awards and accolades were dispatched freely throughout the 2024 season for the Quaker Valley girls tennis team.
Love of volleyball, focus on academics carries Quaker Valley’s Molly MacDonald to Middlebury College
Quaker Valley grad Molly MacDonald is a tall and talented, highly educated athlete.
Western Pa. volleyball talent on display at 3rd annual Queens of the ‘Burgh event
The Foxes proved to be champions at the third annual Queens of the ‘Burgh girls volleyball tournament.
After winless season, Baldwin going back to basics
August 8, 2025
It has been a return to fundamentals for Baldwin, the only team in Class 5A to go winless last season.
Dorian Goosby-Dean set to take place among Quaker Valley athletics greats
August 3, 2025
Dorian Goosby-Dean is considered one of the greatest athletes ever to compete at Quaker Valley.
Quaker Valley prepares to defend WPIAL girls volleyball title
The WPIAL season ended for the 2024 Quaker Valley girls volleyball team with a police-escorted parade with firetrucks traveling through the town of Sewickley on the way back to the high school.
Lifelong residents Scott Breisinger, Tom LaFrankie honored by West Jefferson Hills School District Hall of Fame
July 27, 2025
Both men are homegrown products.
2-sport standout Derek Molitor set to join Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
Quaker Valley’s athletic program hit the daily double with Derek Molitor as one of its competitors.
West Jefferson Hills welcomes 4th Hall of Fame class
The West Jefferson Hills School District Hall of Fame was launched in 2019; its first two classes were inducted in March of 2023. The third class consisted of 24 graduates and contributors and two athletic teams.
‘A special experience’: Bethel Park lacrosse coach Luke Lewis steps down
July 26, 2025
Luke Lewis has relinquished his duties as the Bethel Park boys lacrosse coach.
3-sport standout Jack Bruckner leaves lasting legacy at Bethel Park
Jack Bruckner left a lasting legacy at Bethel Park.
Butler Invitational success gave taste of things to come for Quaker Valley track team
July 20, 2025
Quaker Valley’s track and field program announced to WPIAL opponents that it would be a powerful postseason force in mid-April at the 60th annual Butler Invitational.
Decorated runner LJ Westwood joins Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
Make no mistake, LJ Westwood can run.
Fisher’s Files: Adou Thiero develops basketball IQ into ‘it’ factor
One of the many things in Quaker Valley product Adou Thiero’s favor as he begins his NBA journey is his five-star intelligence for the game of basketball.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley among WPIAL’s most decorated teams in 2024-25
July 13, 2025
Trib HSSN offered a golden salute to the championship teams, collating a list of title winners during the 2024-25 high school sports season.
Hockey star Colin South joins Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
All arrows certainly pointed north for Quaker Valley’s Colin South in his brilliant scholastic hockey career.
Impressive resume of Quaker Valley star Mimi Thiero includes playing above rim
Quaker Valley hoopster Oumou “Mimi” Thiero has added yet another element to her repertoire.
Feldman family forms foundation of Eden Christian baseball program
Baseball is a way of life in the Feldman household.
How will Quaker Valley grad Adou Thiero fit in with Lakers?
It’s official.
Quaker Valley’s Hunter Kronk recognized for efforts on, off the field, ice
July 5, 2025
Hunter Kronk has been a dual-sport student-athlete at Quaker Valley throughout his high school career.
Quaker Valley track teams finished season with once-in-a-lifetime showing
July 3, 2025
There wasn’t a more impressive Western Pennsylvania track and field program in the spring season than the Quaker Valley Quakers.
Championship hockey team, 4 top athletes headline Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame Class of ’25
The results are in.
Going to Lakers in NBA Draft makes dream come true for Quaker Valley graduate Adou Thiero
July 1, 2025
A lifelong dream has become reality for Quaker Valley graduate Adou Thiero.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Athletes help Quaker Valley team to Science Olympiad gold
June 29, 2025
Quaker Valley athletes Luca Albano and Colin York delivered a newsworthy performance in the classroom this year.
Future looks even brighter for Eden Christian baseball
Wait ‘til next year.
Breakout season for Brentwood’s Daysaun Spencer leads to WPIAL, PIAA gold
June 22, 2025
Brentwood’s Daysaun Spencer had an incredible outdoor track and field season as a sophomore in 2025.
Forrest Betz, Paige Boehm win top honors at Brentwood sports banquet
The two leading award recipients at the Brentwood High Athletic Boosters Association annual sports banquet made their mark on the hardwood.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Eden Christian among WPIAL’s top Class A baseball teams
There have been 25 PIAA Class A baseball champions crowned since Camp Hill from District 3 won the inaugural classification championship in 1999.
Eden Christian’s Jacob Janicki caps remarkable career with big game in state finals
Jacob Janicki has been known for his ability to set the table quickly and efficiently.
Eden Christian baseball makes statement with 2nd straight trip to state finals
Eden Christian Academy wrapped up another banner baseball season with a second consecutive 19-6 record in 2025.
Bethel Park baseball shows resilience, collects playoff wins during successful season
June 21, 2025
The Bethel Park baseball squad won its final eight regular season games then went 3-1 in the district playoffs to take a 19-5 record into the PIAA Class 5A tournament.
Championship coach helps Bethel Park baseball navigate tough section
Bethel Park’s Pat Zehnder is one of the more quotable baseball coaches in the area.
Bethel Park notebook: Black Hawks baseball standouts named all-section
The Bethel Park baseball program lost 11 seniors to graduation from this year’s playoff team, including Ryan Petras (IF), Ryan Walsh (P/OF), Joey Levis (P/OF), Jack Bruckner (OF), Noah LeJeune (IF), Dylan Paul (P/IF), Dylan Schumacher (P), Ethan Stanhoff (C/IF) and Owen White (P/IF) and reserves Aaron Hofbauer (OF) and Brian Bitkowski (OF).
Bethel Park football ramps up preparation for next season with 7-on-7 competition
The Bethel Park football team will host a 7-on-7 football camp from 6-8 p.m. July 9 at Black Hawks Stadium.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Academy lacrosse players earn all-section honors
June 14, 2025
A total of 14 Sewickley Academy athletes were named all-section in lacrosse in 2025.
Defense will have new look but future looks bright for Quaker Valley girls lacrosse
The Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team won’t be embarking on a rebuilding process following a successful 2025 season.
After historically strong season, Quaker Valley baseball expects growth to continue
Quaker Valley’s baseball squad finished as the WPIAL Class 3A runner-up and a PIAA quarterfinalist in 2025.
Banner season for Quaker Valley track included medal haul at MAC meet
The Midwestern Athletic Conference track and field championships provide high-energy competition the Quaker Valley athletes look forward to annually.
Sewickley Academy runner honored for achievements on, off track
Cooper D’Antonio wrapped up his scholastic career as one of Sewickley Academy’s top senior award recipients.
Quaker Valley junior fills scorebook with 9 RBIs in state playoff game
June 8, 2025
Quaker Valley third baseman Todd Kagle had the game of his career at the plate in first round of the PIAA Class 3A playoffs.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Academy honors top senior athletes
Several senior student-athletes at Sewickley Academy were honored May 21 at its spring awards banquet.
Quaker Valley girls lacrosse boasts half-dozen all-section performers
The calculation 2-plus-2-plus-2 equals the sum total of players on the Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team who earned Section 2-A distinction in 2025.
Breakthrough season leads Quaker Valley all the way to WPIAL baseball finals
Quaker Valley’s talented baseball team finished as the WPIAL Class 3A runner-up.
After all-state honor, Sewickley Academy’s Lucas Grimsley working toward big senior year
The Sewickley Academy boys basketball all-state players are named on a commemorative plaque near the entrance of the Events Center gym.
Victory laps: Quaker Valley sweeps boys, girls team titles at PIAA track meet
June 1, 2025
Quaker Valley’s track and field teams had a great Memorial Day weekend, carving out memories that will last a lifetime.
Pair of seniors built foundation for Sewickley Academy softball’s super season
Two of the district’s more dynamic softball players competed at Sewickley Academy this spring.
Coach breaks down, event by event, how the Quaker Valley track teams conquered the state
Both Quaker Valley track and field teams won PIAA Class 2A titles at the state championship meet May 24-25 at Shippensburg University.
Quaker Valley girls lacrosse peaks for playoffs, earns WPIAL, PIAA berths
Quaker Valley’s girls lacrosse team qualified for both the WPIAL and PIAA playoffs this season.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley senior savors 4th team title
May 25, 2025
Kwilai Karto was one of six seniors in the Quaker Valley girls track and field program this year that experienced the thrill of winning four consecutive WPIAL team championships.
Sewickley Academy softball builds momentum in playoff season
Sewickley Academy’s time in the WPIAL softball playoffs ended May 19 against No. 5 Jefferson-Morgan in the Class A quarterfinal round.
Quaker Valley athletes shatter records at WPIAL meet
Quaker Valley’s boys team was responsible for three of the 11 records that were broken May 14 at the WPIAL Class 2A track and field championships at Slippery Rock University.
Hard works pays off for Thomas Jefferson senior with WPIAL track gold
Sylvia Kashak was the undisputed top distance runner on the Thomas Jefferson girls track and field team the past few years.
Thomas Jefferson’s Alison Chalovich caps senior season with WPIAL Scholar-Athlete honor
The WPIAL recently recognized the recipients of the 34th annual WPIAL James Collins Scholar-Athlete Award with 20 candidates selected from a group of 158 nominees.
Baldwin baseball rebounds from 1-19 season with trip to WPIAL playoffs
It had been a lengthy span since the Baldwin baseball team advanced to the WPIAL playoffs.
Bethel Park notebook: Boys, girls lacrosse teams enjoy playoff seasons
May 24, 2025
Both lacrosse teams at Bethel Park advanced to the WPIAL playoffs this season.
Bethel Park’s Orie twins ready to take athletic talents to college level
Clancy Orie is a 6-foot-3, 255-pound senior athlete at Bethel Park.
Strong finish helped Bethel Park baseball capture section title
The Bethel Park baseball team was ready for the postseason.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Hard-hitting Eden Christian baseball ready for postseason
May 18, 2025
Eden Christian Academy received a first-round bye as the No. 2 seed in the WPIAL Class A baseball playoffs.
Hard-hitting Sewickley Academy earns lofty seed for WPIAL softball playoffs
Sewickley Academy’s softball team was assigned the No. 4 seed for the WPIAL Class A playoffs.
Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse celebrates sophomore’s milestone, playoff berth
The Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse team had a busy final week of the regular season, playing four games in five days.
Sewickey Academy boys lacrosse takes next step in playoff season
Thanks to a 10-2 record and third-place finish in Section 2, the Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse team received the No. 5 seed for the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs.
Quaker Valley track teams build championship culture
Both Quaker Valley track and field teams won WPIAL championships in Class 2A again this season.
Quaker Valley girls track team completes 4-year WPIAL team title sweep
Since the spring of 2022, only one team has won the girls championship at the WPIAL Class 2A team track and field finals.
New coach overhauling Quaker Valley football program
Tom Eshenbaugh has a strong background in business leadership.
Quaker Valley navigates tough section schedule to earn spot in WPIAL baseball field
Quaker Valley’s baseball team shook off a few late-season losses with a four-game winning streak resulting in a 12-6 overall record.
Sewickley Academy guard rewarded with all-state nod
May 11, 2025
Six players were named second-team all-state for the 2024-25 season in Class 2A boys basketball.
Hard-hitting Eden Christian, Sewickley Academy get set for WPIAL baseball playoffs
Eden Christian Academy and Sewickley Academy clinched berths in the WPIAL baseball playoffs in Section 3-A this season.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley flag football team captures Bridge Beam trophy
The Quaker Valley girls flag football team won its first “Bridge Beam” trophy May 4 by defeating Ambridge, 19-0, at Chuck Knox Stadium.
Sewickley Academy junior reaches new heights at Robert Morris meet
Sewickley Academy’s Herlynn Niepa enjoyed her time May 1 at the inaugural Bobby Mo Don’t Run Slow track and field invitational hosted by Robert Morris.
Pieces fit in playoff season for Sewickley Academy softball
The Sewickley Academy softball team has been a force since the start of the 2025 season, and the Panthers are looking to maintain that status in the WPIAL Class A playoffs.
‘The kind of player I want on my team’: Quaker Valley senior eager to play college hockey
Emily Reiner has engineered quite a career as a student-athlete at Quaker Valley.
Quaker Valley athletes flood list of top WPIAL track performances
The Quaker Valley track and field teams stormed past the opposition April 30 in the semifinals of the WPIAL Class 2A team playoffs at Shenango.
Quaker Valley follows ‘just play ball’ mantra to playoff season
Quaker Valley was hoping to ride its late-season momentum to a strong showing in the WPIAL Class 3A baseball playoffs.
With college plans set, Meredith Fallgren helps Quaker Valley girls lacrosse make playoff push
May 4, 2025
Quaker Valley junior Meredith Fallgren landed an early Christmas present last December.
Captains help Quaker Valley develop in inaugural flag football season
Quaker Valley is well-versed in the athletic landscape with an array of multi-sport student-athletes in attendance at the Leetsdale high school.
Quaker Valley boys lacrosse eyes deeper run in WPIAL postseason
Quaker Valley’s boys lacrosse team started out 4-0 this spring before suffering its first loss, a close 6-5 decision to Indiana in mid-April.
Sewickley Academy, Quaker Valley earn seeds for WPIAL team tennis playoffs
The Sewickley Academy boys tennis team has been led again this season by senior Severin Harmon, a four-year starter who plans to attend Dartmouth in the fall.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Sewickley Heights hockey player part of championship team
The South Pittsburgh Rebellion 2010 hockey team recently won the 2025 14U Tier 2 MidAm Championship at the Ice Castle.
Herlynn Niepa leads Sewickley Academy athletes at South Fayette Invitational
Sewickley Academy’s track and field program finished with a pair of medalists April 26 at the 2025 South Fayette Invitational.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley’s Mimi Thiero earns all-state recognition
April 27, 2025
Add another honor for Quaker Valley junior Oumou “Mimi” Thiero, as she was named recently to the 2024-25 Pennsylvania sports writers all-state girls basketball team.
Academics, athletics draw Sewickley Academy’s Katherine Varghese to Sarah Lawrence
Sewickley Academy senior Katherine Varghese plans to spend much of the next four years in the state of New York.
Powerful lineup boosts Sewickley Academy softball to top tier of section standings
The Sewickley Academy softball team, minus one short blip, has been hitting the cover off the ball in 2025.
New doubles combination advances to WPIALs for Quaker Valley
Two sets of Quaker Valley tennis tandems competed in the Section 3-2A boys doubles tournament April 15-16 at Sewickley Academy’s Nichols Courts.
2-sport Quaker Valley standout honored for work in classroom too
The WPIAL recently recognized the recipients of the 34th annual WPIAL James Collins Scholar-Athlete Award with 20 candidates selected from a group of 158 nominees.
Quaker Valley joins girls flag football revolution
Quaker Valley is one of 14 schools fielding new teams in the Pittsburgh Flag Football League this year.
Eden Christian baseball locked in tight battle for section supremacy
It’s a three-team tussle for first place in the Section 3-A baseball standings.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley coach says Adou Thiero ‘deserving’ of NBA opportunity
April 20, 2025
One man who has been carefully following Adou Thiero’s college basketball career is Mike Mastroianni, who coached the Arkansas junior in high school during his stellar career at Quaker Valley.
Top Sewickley Academy, Quaker Valley players look forward to team tennis playoffs
Severin Harmon has proven to be a top-tier performer in Class 2A throughout his tennis career at Sewickley Academy.
Maddox Shaw, Bode Marlow leave championships legacy with Thomas Jefferson wrestling
One holds the school record for career wins.
South Hills sports notebook: Baldwin’s Ramil Islamov celebrated after setting school record
The Baldwin wrestling program experienced history this season.
Baldwin softball off to strong start by getting ‘1% better each day’
The Baldwin softball team has displayed steady growth in each of coach Ron Santillo’s first three years at the helm.
First-year coach helping young Quaker Valley softball players develop through fundamentals
Quaker Valley Middle School softball coach Steve Waffensmith might have a unique name, but he has a one-size-fits-all approach to coaching the sport.
Bethel Park athletes hitting stride at early-season invitationals
April 19, 2025
Bethel Park’s track and field program has been riding the momentum displayed by team members during the winter indoor season.
Bethel Park notebook: Basketball stars set for Roundball Classic
The 21st Roundball Classic all-star weekend will be May 24-25 at North Allegheny. There will be seven all-senior games over two days — four boys and three girls — with players from the WPIAL, City League and District 10.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Panthers softball, Quaker Valley baseball start strong
April 13, 2025
Sewickley Academy’s softball team brought out the heavy lumber in its section opener April 4 against visiting Rochester.
Scoring Factory set to host basketball skills development program
The Scoring Factory AAU is holding a basketball skills development program from April 26 to June 15 at Sewickley Academy.
Experienced coach helps Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse take fast track to success
Mike Scerbo recently celebrated the one-year anniversary of his hiring as Sewickley Academy’s director of athletics.
Underclassmen made big impact in Sewickley Academy’s PIAA tournament run
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Quaker Valley athletes off to fast start, with sights set on defending WPIAL championships
Quaker Valley’s track and field program displayed its talent and depth in the season-opening meet March 28 at QV’s home stadium.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Versatile athletes lead Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team
April 6, 2025
One word that would aptly describe the Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team is athletic.
New-look lineup gives boost to Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse
A significant lineup change on the Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse team this season already has proven beneficial.
Sewickley Academy boys tennis faces whole new challenge in Class 3A
Sewickley Academy’s boys tennis team will not be able to retain its WPIAL Class 2A title this season.
Sewickley Academy coach, players reflect on special season, PIAA runner-up finish
The Sewickley Academy boys basketball team flourished in Mike Iuzzolino’s first year as head coach.
Sea Dragons youth swimmers celebrate successful season
The Sewickley Valley YMCA Sea Dragons recently completed the 2024-25 youth swim season with terrific results.
Season-long growth helped Sewickley Academy reach PIAA championship game
March 30, 2025
A double-digit first-half deficit is not the ideal situation for any high school team.
Quaker Valley boys tennis looks to maintain success despite roster turnover
It’s not an oddity that 2025 is a rebuilding year for the Quaker Valley boys tennis team.
Quaker Valley diver climbs higher up podium each year at states
Ruby Olliffe enjoyed a gem of a diving career at Quaker Valley.
With top scorer, goalkeeper back, Quaker Valley girls lacrosse poised to win
Lucy Roig is a two-sport dynamo at Quaker Valley.
Quaker Valley captain caps swimming career with PIAA medal
Quaker Valley’s Thomas Fuener was highly motivated to secure a spot on the PIAA medal stand.
Fisher’s Files: Defense, home-court advantage go a long way for Sewickley Academy
While the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team was 3-0 in three postseason games held at Peters Township, the Panthers also won 10 of 11 games on their home floor in 2024-25.
Sewickley sports notebook: Depth key to Panthers’ success
The Sewickley Academy boys basketball team has been described as tall and talented this season.
Experienced lineup returns for Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball
March 23, 2025
The Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball team has eight starters back this season.
Genevieve Cody, Thomas Jefferson swimmers collect medals during memorable postseason
Thomas Jefferson senior Genevieve Cody is a talented high school swimmer.
‘Heartbeat’ of Thomas Jefferson defense wins Breisinger Award for character, courage
He led the Thomas Jefferson football team in tackles for three years.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Panthers win school’s 1st home state playoff game
Sewickley Academy’s 64-36 victory March 8 against visiting Windber was significant in that it moved the Panthers into the quarterfinal round of the PIAA Class 2A basketball playoffs.
Sewickley Academy softball ready to raise standards with experienced roster
Seven returning starters provide the Sewickley Academy softball team with hope and optimism for a successful season.
Defense holds key to playoff run for Sewickley Academy
Two of the boys basketball teams that were in the running for a spot in the Class 2A state semifinals made the WPIAL proud.
Experienced lineup ready to give Quaker Valley baseball a boost
With a solid core of returning starters, the Quaker Valley baseball team looks to make considerable improvement over last season.
After productive postseason, Eden Christian baseball builds toward encore
Eden Christian Academy’s baseball team enjoyed a banner season in 2024.
Bethel Park boys volleyball focuses on returning program to prominence
March 22, 2025
Adam Thomas had some specific early season wishes for the Bethel Park boys volleyball team.
Bethel Park softball looks to improve on .500 season
Surely, the Bethel Park softball team anticipates breaking the mold of last year’s performance.
With roster full of returning starters, Bethel Park baseball sets expectations high
Prior to the start of the pressurized WPIAL season, the Bethel Park baseball team took a trip to the beach.
Excitement builds for Quaker Valley track season
March 16, 2025
One of the many talented athletes to watch at Quaker Valley during the outdoor track and field season is senior Thomas Debelak.
Stellar season meets abrupt ending with playoff loss for Quaker Valley hockey
High school hockey teams operate on a lengthy schedule that runs for the better part of a half year.
Long-range shooter leads Sewickley Academy to PIAA win
A 1 p.m. starting time apparently suits Sewickley Academy boys basketball player Lucas Grimsley just fine.
Royal family of Quaker Valley wrestling leaves massive mark on program
The Richey brothers — Justin, Logan and Marcus — aren’t the only family members who were able to achieve 100 wins in their wrestling careers.
Freeport’s Allyson Turk hopes to build off medal-laden sophomore gymnastics season
March 10, 2025
Allyson Turk has an unwavering commitment and tireless determination, perfect qualities for an up-and-coming high school gymnast.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Relay teams make splash at Quaker Valley
March 9, 2025
The relay teams had successful seasons in the Quaker Valley swimming program.
As competition ramps up, Sewickley Academy boys earn trip to state playoffs
The Sewickley Academy boys basketball team wrapped up its run in the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs with a 3-1 record, including a 51-37 victory against Neshannock in the third-place consolation game.
Quaker Valley’s Marcus Richey joins older brothers in 100-victory club
The Richey brothers are student-athletes in the truest sense of the term.
Quaker Valley track team collects medals at indoor state championships
Quaker Valley wrapped up a successful indoor track season at the PTFCA state championships March 2 at Penn State.
Senior’s 4-medal haul highlights successful WPIAL meet for Quaker Valley swimmers
Thomas Fuener ended his WPIAL swimming career in style.
Sewickley Academy playoff run stops just short of WPIAL finals
March 2, 2025
Sewickley Academy’s boys basketball team rolled through the first two rounds of the WPIAL Class 2A playoffs, defeating No. 15 Bentworth and No. 7 Chartiers-Houston.
Quaker Valley sends wrestler to WPIAL finals for 8th straight season
The streak continues.
Quaker Valley diver claims more WPIAL silver, looks forward to state meet
Quaker Valley senior Ruby Olliffe repeated as runner-up at the WPIAL Class 2A girls diving championships Feb. 21 at North Allegheny.
Coming off strong regular season, Quaker Valley skates into Penguins Cup playoffs
Quaker Valley’s quest for an undefeated season in the PIHL hit a snag in early February.
Mimi Thiero makes big impact during productive season for Quaker Valley girls
Mimi Thiero ended her junior basketball season at Quaker Valley with some spectacular credentials.
Quaker Valley boys pleased with progress during playoff season
The Quaker Valley boys basketball team took a 15-7 record and No. 10 seed into the WPIAL Class 4A playoffs.
‘Almost flawless’: Mt. Pleasant’s Olivia Kovach offers picture-perfect performance at WPIAL meet
February 24, 2025
Mt. Pleasant’s Olivia Kovach put on a picture-perfect performance at this year’s WPIAL individual gymnastics championships.
Kiski Area’s Ellie Arnold caps freshman season with WPIAL gymnastics gold
Kiski Area’s Ellie Arnold recently wrapped up an unforgettable freshman season in gymnastics.
Thomas Jefferson wrestlers find success at sectional tournament
February 23, 2025
Maddox Shaw, Bode Marlow and Shep Turk are three of a kind.
Thomas Jefferson gymnasts celebrate 3rd WPIAL team title
The girls on the Thomas Jefferson gymnastics team were all smiles, beaming perhaps, following the WPIAL championships held Feb. 13 at Moon.
South Hills Record notebook: Abby Rexrode again leads way for Baldwin gymnasts
The Baldwin gymnastics team was led once again in 2024-25 by the talented Abby Rexrode, a senior athlete and multiple-time WPIAL titlist.
After capturing long-awaited section title, Baldwin boys fall in WPIAL 1st round
Athletic talent overshadowed by grit and determination carried the Baldwin boys basketball team to a banner 2024-25 regular season.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Panthers shake off nerves in playoff-opening win
Sewickley Academy’s boys basketball team didn’t experience any playoff jitters in its WPIAL Class 2A first-round game Feb. 17 against Bentworth.
Quaker Valley wrestlers show championship form at section tournament
Quaker’s Valley’s dominance on the mat was on full display at the WPIAL Class 2A Northern Sectional tournament Feb. 15 at Keystone Oaks.
Quaker Valley girls’ defensive effort rewarded with playoff win
The Quaker Valley girls basketball team is a resilient group.
Balanced Bethel Park lineup filled with 20-win wrestlers
February 22, 2025
Eight athletes assumed leading roles in the Bethel Park wrestling program this season.
100th win highlights season for Bethel Park wrestler Ethan Higgins
Career win No. 100 arrived as expected for Bethel Park’s talented senior wrestler Ethan Higgins.
Hard-working Bethel Park girls rewarded with playoff success
Bethel Park’s girls basketball team prepped for a possible playoff run in 2024-25 by playing an onerous regular-season schedule.
Bethel Park boys basketball season marked by close losses, development
One of the highlights of the 2024-25 season for the Bethel Park boys basketball team was a two-game sweep of Thomas Jefferson in section play.
Sewickley Academy girls wrap up playoff spot in last game on section schedule
February 16, 2025
Sewickley Academy’s playoff chances in girls basketball hinged on two things.
Sewickley Academy boys exceed expectations with flawless section record
The Sewickley Academy boys basketball team rolled through Section 2-2A this season with a 12-0 record, two games ahead of runner-up Northgate at 10-2.
Retired teacher continues to make mark on Quaker Valley sports as photographer, coach
John Doucette has been the man behind the camera at Quaker Valley since 1994.
Quaker Valley girls heat up in 2nd half of season to finish 2nd in section
Quaker Valley finished as the runner-up in Section 1-3A in girls basketball with a 10-4 record.
Quaker Valley boys overcome adversity to claim 21st straight playoff berth
The postseason is a familiar neighborhood for the Quaker Valley boys basketball team. The Quakers have advanced to the playoffs for 21 consecutive years.
Sewickley Academy swimmers find success alongside Quaker Valley teammates
February 9, 2025
Marcus Zhan is one of a handful of Sewickley Academy students competing in the collaborative swim program at Quaker Valley this season.
Quaker Valley senior headed to Michigan State after getting out of the pool and into a boat
Quaker Valley senior Paige Juliano apparently is a fast learner.
Sewickley Academy honors former coach, AD at Win Palmer Memorial Classic
The Win Palmer Memorial Classic was a two-day basketball event held Feb. 1-2 at Sewickley Academy.
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley swimmers look ahead to MAC, WPIAL meets
Anna Fuener is a key member of the Quaker Valley girls swim team.
Quaker Valley wrestlers make impact at WPIAL team tournament
Quaker Valley advanced to the WPIAL Class 2A wrestling dual meet tournament as the No. 4 seed.
Depth helps Sewickley Academy boys maintain winning run
February 2, 2025
The beat goes on for the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team.
Quaker Valley swimmers continue section success ahead of postseason meets
Quaker Valley’s girls swim team improved to 4-0 in Section 2-2A thanks to recent dominating wins against Riverside and Blackhawk.
Championship-winning group of Quaker Valley seniors make college choices official
Quaker Valley held its annual college signing day Jan. 16 with 10 senior athletes formally announcing their college choices.
Quaker Valley boys savor signature win over Avonworth
Quaker Valley’s boys basketball team went on the road to earn perhaps its biggest win of the regular season.
With her star still on the rise, Quaker Valley’s Mimi Thiero hits 1,000-point mark as junior
Oumou “Mimi” Thiero entered select territory in the Quaker Valley girls basketball progam.
Sewickley sports notebook: Kevin Quinn, Quaker Valley hockey reach 500-win milestone
The Quaker Valley hockey team and coach Kevin Quinn won the 500th game in program history Dec. 2 in a 6-2 decision against Chartiers Valley at Mt. Lebanon Ice Arena.
Quaker Valley wrestlers pick up section wins, place at tournaments
January 26, 2025
The bitterly cold temperatures in January haven’t curbed the efforts of the athletes in the Quaker Valley wrestling program.
100-match winners lead Quaker Valley wrestlers at Allegheny County tournament
Quaker Valley junior Bruce Anderchak has dominated in high school wrestling for the past two-and-a-half years.
Quaker Valley notebook: Former Quakers swimmer lends expertise as coach
Did you know that Matt Kwalick, a Quaker Valley assistant swim coach, competed for the Quakers swim team when he was a high school student?
Behind 4 Allegheny County champions, Thomas Jefferson wrestling focused on WPIAL team postseason
Thomas Jefferson wrestlers Bode Marlow, Maddox Shaw and Shepard Turk made team history last season as all three won WPIAL championships.
Buzzer-beater boosts Thomas Jefferson boys
His 11th rebound in the game was his most important.
South Hills Record notebook: Thomas Jefferson football fills trophy case with postseason honors
A tip of the cap (or is it helmet?) goes out to Thomas Jefferson football coach Bill Cherpak for being named Trib HSSN football coach of the year in Class 4A.
Baldwin boys celebrate signature win, milestone for Nate Wesling
It could be considered the basketball game of the year at Baldwin.
Elite 18 club volleyball team dominates field in season-opening tournament
January 25, 2025
The Pittsburgh Elite 18 girls volleyball team started off its club season impressively.
Pierce Reinhart claims 121-pound title, helps Bethel Park to runner-up finish at Allegheny County tournament
It’s been a banner season for the Bethel Park wrestling team in 2024-25.
Gymnasts ring in new year at high school invitational
January 20, 2025
Hundreds of high school gymnasts and USAG competitors participated in the three-day Happy New Year Invitational on Jan. 3-5 at Kiski Area.
Injury sidelines Sewickley Academy’s Emma Eannarino
January 19, 2025
Sewickley Academy sophomore Emma Eannarino was averaging a team-leading 15 points, 4 steals and 5 rebounds per game earlier this season.
Quaker Valley’s Bruce Anderchak becomes program’s 7th wrestler to reach 100 wins
Quaker Valley junior Bruce Anderchak has dominated in high school wrestling for the past two-and-a-half years.
Small but mighty Quaker Valley swimmers off to fast start
The Quaker Valley boys swim team has just seven competitors, including three from neighboring Sewickley Academy.
Behind Thiero’s double-double pace, Quaker Valley girls off to strong start in Section 1-3A
Quaker Valley’s Oumou Thiero has a rich basketball heritage.
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy athletes made 2024 a golden year to remember
On Jan. 1, Trib HSSN published its annual list of athletes who won WPIAL championships in the previous year. Seven Quaker Valley athletes and one at Sewickley Academy were included.
Sewickley sports notebook: Quaker Valley wrestlers take 2nd at MAC tournament
January 12, 2025
Quaker Valley’s wrestling team ended up second at the Midwestern Athletic Conference championships held Jan. 4 at Laurel.
Sophomore point guard Emma Eannarino sparks Sewickley Academy girls
Emma Eannarino has tackled an important role on the Sewickley Academy girls basketball team despite being only a sophomore.
Playing under 3rd head coach has helped make Nolan Donnelly a more complete player, leader at Sewickley Academy
Nolan Donnelly has had an unconventional basketball career at Sewickley Academy as a four-year starter.
Freshman Keira Watson makes immediate impact for Quaker Valley girls
Keira Watson loves to play basketball.
After making mark on Quaker Valley community, senior runner headed to Emory
January 5, 2025
Kwilai Karto has made an indelible impression in her three-and-a-half years so far as a student-athlete at Quaker Valley.
Quaker Valley grad Nora Johns enjoying college basketball experience at Ohio Wesleyan
The Ohio Wesleyan women’s basketball program — as would be expected — is dominated by players from Ohio.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley hockey tough to beat
Quaker Valley was the only undefeated team in the PIHL Class A Gold Division in games played through Dec. 31, as the Quakers were 14-0 and entertained a slight lead over second-place Chartiers Valley (10-1).
Sewickley Academy girls off to 1-2 start in section play
Sewickley Academy’s Emma Eannarino and Grace Jardini would not be denied a victory in the closing seconds of their section opener.
Sewickley Academy boys out to build on outstanding start
The Sewickley Academy boys basketball team was just a few points away from an 8-0 start after a 44-35 victory over North Allegheny on Dec. 30.
Quaker Valley wrestlers use trip to Mount Aloysius as ‘good practice for the end of the year’
Quaker Valley was led by juniors Bruce Anderchak and Matthew Danna at the Panther Holiday Wrestling Classic held mid-December at Mount Aloysius.
Quaker Valley swimmers gearing up for postseason success
Quaker Valley coaches Mercedes McCarthy and Vernon Yenick are anticipating at least a few — if not more — breathtaking performances by senior diver Ruby Olliffe this season.
Quaker Valley girls getting used to nail-biting finishes
Two girls basketball games on back-to-back nights. Two nail-biters, one home and one away. Excitement galore.
Quaker Valley boys take stock after strong start to season
Plan A for many high school basketball teams in late-December is to play in a holiday tournament.
Quaker Valley boys find stride in early season tournaments
December 15, 2024
It was tournament time for the Quaker Valley’s boys basketball team in the first week of the season.
Sewickley Herald notebook: College offers piling up for Quaker Valley’s Mimi Thiero
The number of college offers received by Quaker Valley basketball standout Mimi Thiero seemingly increases from week to week.
Sewickley Academy boys deliver 1st win to coach Mike Iuzzolino
The game of basketball has taken Mike Iuzzolino, Sewickley Academy’s first-year boys hoops coach, to Europe and back.
Quaker Valley wrestlers show potential, win 2 titles at Chartiers-Houston tournament
Quaker Valley secured fifth place at the season-opening Chartiers-Houston wrestling tournament held on the weekend of Dec. 6-7.
Quaker Valley hockey passes tough early season test
The Quaker Valley hockey team passed its first major test of the season with flying colors.
Baldwin’s Jeff Ackermann celebrates 400th victory
December 10, 2024
It was a day of celebration for the Baldwin boys basketball team.
South Hills Record notebook: Baldwin volleyball coach honored
December 8, 2024
A tip of the cap to Jason Jonas, Baldwin’s first-year girls volleyball coach who was named the Big 56 Coach of the Year in Section 1-4A.
Baldwin spotlights wide array of alumni working in sports media
Baldwin is becoming known as a school that produces a mass influx of professionals in the sports media industry.
Brentwood girls eye return trip to WPIAL postseason
The Brentwood girls basketball team is looking to build on last year’s WPIAL playoff season.
With deepest lineup in years, Brentwood boys excited about season’s possibilities
The Brentwood boys basketball team had a great deal of anticipation for the tipoff of the 2024-25 season. And it started with their veteran coach, Dan Thayer.
Baldwin girls seek improvement behind experienced roster
Baldwin’s girls basketball team finished 9-13 overall in 2023-24.
Even after WPIAL finals appearance, Baldwin boys still seek breakout year
Jeff Ackermann is in his fifth season as head coach of the Baldwin boys basketball team.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Junior helps Quaker Valley hockey to quick start
Junior forward Max Modrovich led the Quaker Valley hockey team to a first-place regular-season finish in 2023-24 in the PIHL Varsity A Gold Division.
With colleges in hot pursuit, 6-5 guard Mimi Thiero leads Quaker Valley girls into season
Mimi Thiero’s basketball credentials are well grounded.
Quaker Valley swimmers look to build on successful season
The Quaker Valley swimming and diving program racked up a banner season in 2023-24. The Quakers are looking for similar results in 2024-25.
New era begins for Eden Christian girls basketball
Not only is it a new season for the Eden Christian Academy girls basketball team, the Warriors started the season with almost a whole new team.
Baldwin athletes take lessons from annual WPIAL sportsmanship summit
The 15th annual WPIAL Summit on Sportsmanship took place Nov. 13 at the Senator John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.
Thomas Jefferson girls soccer season marked by improvement, 1-goal losses
First place in Section 3-3A was at stake Oct. 7 for the Thomas Jefferson and South Fayette girls soccer teams.
Thomas Jefferson girls look to set new standard with revamped lineup
Thomas Jefferson’s girls basketball team has won nine games in each of the past two seasons.
Thomas Jefferson players reflect on school’s 11th WPIAL football championship
One for the other thumb? Definitely.
Despite abrupt end, Thomas Jefferson piled up highlights during boys soccer season
The Thomas Jefferson boys soccer team lost its first game of the 2024 season in double overtime.
Thomas Jefferson boys planning encore after successful season
The Thomas Jefferson boys basketball team has a tough act to follow in 2024-25.
Bethel Park notebook: Coach enjoying middle school experience
December 7, 2024
Did you know that Bethel Park girls middle school volleyball coach Adam Foote is a social studies teacher at Baldwin High School?
With 11 returning starters, Bethel Park wrestling has high expectations
Bethel Park’s wrestling team advanced to the WPIAL semifinals last year and finished with an impressive 19-3 record.
Sadie Orie, Ella Sabatos return to lead Bethel Park girls basketball
The players on the Bethel Park girls basketball team are legitimate gym rats.
QB Tanner Pfeuffer wraps up Bethel Park career with super senior season
Tanner Pfeuffer eclipsed 6,000 yards passing in a distinguished three-year career as Bethel Park’s starting quarterback.
Under new coach, Bethel Park boys hope to build on playoff momentum
Dante Calabria coached the Bethel Park boys basketball team for two years.
Young Sewickley Academy girls roster has plenty of potential
December 1, 2024
No fewer than 14 players on the Sewickley Academy girls basketball team this season are underclassmen.
In 1st season as Sewickley Academy boys coach, Mike Iuzzolino likes team’s competitive drive
Mike Iuzzolino is head coach of the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team.
Quaker Valley wrestling has growing roster, championship goals
The Quaker Valley wrestling program keeps winning — and growing.
Quaker Valley girls soccer builds legacy in WPIAL championship season
A soccer legacy has been initiated in the Quaker Valley girls soccer program.
Quaker Valley girls build team around dynamic Mimi Thiero
She’s an attention-getter, for sure.
Quaker Valley boys plan to mix youth, experience to earn another playoff trip
The recipe for success for the Quaker Valley boys basketball team in 2024-25 appears to be a substantial blend of youth and experience.
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy athletes proud to be chosen for WPIAL Sportsmanship Summit
November 24, 2024
The 15th annual WPIAL Summit on Sportsmanship took place Nov. 13 at the Senator John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley girls soccer honors supporters
Quaker Valley’s girls soccer team finished with a splendid 19-3-2 overall record in 2024 that included a 6-1 mark in the postseason.
Quaker Valley stands atop PIHL Class A after sizzling start
Quaker Valley has jumped to the top of the PIHL gold division as well as the entire Class A thanks to its early 8-0 record.
WPIAL champion Quaker Valley girls see season end in state semifinals
The Quaker Valley girls soccer team gave up just one goal in three PIAA Class 2A playoff games.
Eden Christian rower taking talents to Syracuse
It appears Eden Christian Academy senior Grant Brauer has the ideal build to begin his college rowing career next year.
Thomas Jefferson puts up big numbers en route to WPIAL championship game
November 17, 2024
The numbers just kept piling up for the Thomas Jefferson football team this season.
Baldwin volleyball teammates taking talents to Pitt-Johnstown
Baldwin seniors Avery Barrett and Kaylee Smolko hardly could wait for Nov. 13 to finally arrive.
Quaker Valley cross country champ sets standard for siblings
Cecilia Montagnese’s high school legacy in cross country is firmly in place.
Mother-daughter WPIAL champs show soccer’s hold on Quaker Valley
The groundwork for the 2024 Quaker Valley girls WPIAL Class 2A soccer championship was laid back in 1991-92.
‘Pride and joy:’ Quaker Valley girls soccer revels in 1st WPIAL title in 32 years
Lily Baker is only a freshman at Quaker Valley, but she played like a savvy veteran in the WPIAL Class 2A championship game.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley adds to haul to trophy case during fall season to remember
Mike Mastroianni, athletic director at Quaker Valley, undoubtedly had an extra-wide smile on his face on the first weekend in November.
Bethel Park girls tennis, top player Cami Fisher celebrate strong season
November 16, 2024
It was a whirlwind of a season for Cami Fisher, Bethel Park’s sophomore tennis whiz.
Bethel Park boys cement place among WPIAL’s top teams with section title, playoff run
Bethel Park’s boys soccer team almost ran the table in the WPIAL playoffs this season.
Quaker Valley girls volleyball makes more history with 1st WPIAL title
November 10, 2024
The Quaker Valley girls volleyball team has a handle on this history-making thing. The Quakers have been able to rack up historic seasons in 2023 and 2024.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Freshman delivers for Quaker Valley girls soccer
One of the youngest players on the Quaker Valley girls soccer team made the shot that reverberated throughout the Leetsdale Borough area.
Quaker Valley cross country season builds to big finish at states
Cecilia Montagnese’s outstanding postseason run in cross country stretched all the way to Hershey, site of the PIAA championships.
Quaker Valley girls volleyball sweeps through playoffs to win 1st WPIAL title
There haven’t been too many more dominant performances in the WPIAL girls volleyball tournament than Quaker Valley’s this year.
Quaker Valley tennis team ‘paid their rent’ during season to remember
Christi Hays, Quaker Valley’s veteran tennis coach, is known to use famous quotes at times when discussing the Quakers’ program.
Quaker Valley football enjoys highlights, laments inconsistency during 2024 season
There were two givens in the Quaker Valley football season.
Quaker Valley decorated doubles team wraps up impressive postseason run
Kirsten Close and Avery Allan made an indelible mark in the Quaker Valley girls tennis program in 2024.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley tennis run ends in state semifinals
November 3, 2024
Quaker Valley’s girls tennis team saw its 2024 season end in the PIAA Class 2A semifinals at the Hershey Racquet Club.
Sewickley Academy seniors cap high school golf careers at PIAA tournament
Sewickley Academy was represented by a pair of talented seniors, Severin Harmon and Karan Kad, at the PIAA Class 2A boys golf championships Oct. 21-22 at Penn State’s Blue Course.
Dedication pays off in WPIAL cross country title for Quaker Valley senior
Quaker Valley senior Cecilia Montagnese joined an elite list of athletes at Quaker Valley with her top-notch performance at the WPIAL girls cross country championships.
‘Aiming for gold and nothing less,’ Quaker Valley boys hit their target at WPIAL cross country meet
Quaker Valley’s boys cross country team, much like the Energizer bunny, just keeps on running.
Quaker Valley golfers cap season at PIAA championships
Ethan Dai and Nolan Wagoner ended their golf careers at Quaker Valley in fashion.
Fisher’s Files: Family fuels Quaker Valley freshman runner
Quaker Valley freshman Lucy Montagnese was a top 10 finisher in Class 2A at the WPIAL girls cross country championships.
Tennis coach Christi Hays adds Quaker Valley hall of fame to remarkable resume
October 27, 2024
Christi Hays is not a Hall of Fame newcomer.
Quaker Valley girls tennis proud of runner-up finish after classic WPIAL final
Quaker Valley reached the WPIAL Class 2A finals in girls tennis for the second year in a row.
Young Thomas Jefferson golf team builds solid foundation
Thomas Jefferson’s boys golf program was filled with young athletes this fall with no seniors among its 16 competitors.
Thomas Jefferson lights up scoreboard, gets ‘back to its old school ways’
Two key members of the Thomas Jefferson football team eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark offensively in the team’s 27-7 victory Oct. 4 against Trinity.
Brentwood golf celebrates 1st section championship
It’s proven to be quite a memorable 2024 fall season for the Brentwood boys golf team.
Low-scoring sophomore sets tone for Baldwin golf team
Baldwin sophomore Michael Quallich knows his way around a golf course.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Trip to states caps season for Sewickley Academy golfers
Sewickley Academy’s Severin Harmon qualified for the PIAA Class 2A boys golf tournament for the fourth year in a row.
Bethel Park tennis builds sparkling resume during successful season
October 26, 2024
Bethel Park sophomore Cami Fisher took an impressive 24-1 overall record into the PIAA Class 3A girls tennis team championships.
Bethel Park football stacking wins despite demanding schedule
The end of Bethel Park’s regular- season football schedule was taxing, to say the least.
Quaker Valley soccer teams check boxes on to-do lists en route to playoffs
October 20, 2024
Quaker Valley soccer has been amazing this season.
’80s game-breaker Willie Jordan to join Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
Anyone who saw Willie Jordan play football or basketball during his time at Quaker Valley would say he was a natural.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley duo sets sights on state title
The PIAA Class 2A girls tennis doubles playoffs will be held Nov. 1-2 at Hershey Racquet Club.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley golfers wrap up solid season
Quaker Valley placed fifth at the WPIAL Class 2A golf team championship held Oct. 10 at the Cedarbrook Gold course.
Sewickley Academy girls tennis season featured plenty of highlights
The Sewickley Academy girls tennis team entered the WPIAL Class 2A tournament with high hopes of making a strong run as the fourth seed.
A star on the court, classroom and community, Quaker Valley’s Molly MacDonald chooses college
October 13, 2024
Two important facets of Quaker Valley senior Molly MacDonald’s life are academics and athletics, specifically volleyball.
Sewickley sports notebook: Severin Harmon, Ethan Dai shine at WPIAL 2A golf championships
Sewickley Academy’s Severin Harmon and Quaker Valley’s Ethan Dai tied for second and fourth place, respectively, at this year’s WPIAL Class 2A boys golf championships.
Focused on playing fast, Quaker Valley hockey gets off to quick start
Skate fast and win fast. The Quaker Valley hockey team got off to a fast start to the 2024-25 PIHL season.
Quaker Valley duo overcomes all obstacles en route to WPIAL doubles title
Two down, one to go.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley football wins official home opener
October 6, 2024
Quaker Valley finally played a game at home.
Quaker Valley volleyball building foundation for special season
Quaker Valley has been ranked among the top Class 2A girls volleyball teams in the WPIAL and state all season.
Quaker Valley tennis great to hold court at hall of fame induction
This year’s fall season is a special time for 2013 Quaker Valley graduate Spencer Caravaggio Granger, who will be inducted into the QV Sports Hall of Fame later this month.
Sewickley Academy, Quaker Valley boys soccer working to climb section standings
Sewickley Academy and Neshannock have been in the hunt for the final playoff spot in boys soccer in Section 1-A.
Quaker Valley girls tennis celebrates section title, keeps working toward more goals
September 29, 2024
Two titles in a row — it’s an exceptional result for any team.
Girls soccer rivalry between Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy boosted by teams’ success
September 25, 2024
The girls soccer programs at Sewickley Academy and Quaker Valley have enjoyed the results of the first half of the 2024 season.
Sewickley Academy, Quaker Valley girls soccer teams enjoy robust rivalry
It’s showtime for the Sewickley Academy and Quaker Valley girls soccer teams.
Sewickley Academy senior takes section tennis title
September 22, 2024
As the No. 2 seed, Sewickley Academy’s Rayna Thakkar was one of the favorites at the Section 5-2A girls singles tennis tournament.
Quaker Valley runner plans fundraising 5K in Leetsdale
Quaker Valley junior River Capek is an integral member of the QV track and field program and boys cross country team.
Despite roster turnover, Thomas Jefferson girls volleyball looks to maintain winning tradition
Former assistant Courtney Frost has taken over the head coaching duties for the Thomas Jefferson girls volleyball team this year.
Thomas Jefferson girls soccer uses challenging nonsection slate to prepare for playoff run
She is no longer a super sophomore.
Thomas Jefferson boys soccer again has look of WPIAL contender
The Thomas Jefferson boys soccer team is a regular WPIAL playoff contender.
Brentwood football notebook: Spartans fill up stat sheet in early-season win
Notebook items from around the Brentwood High School campus:
Senior pair hopes to lead resurgence for Baldwin girls volleyball
One is a highly competitive setter; the other an impactful middle hitter.
After tough times, Baldwin girls soccer enjoying breakthrough season
The Baldwin girls soccer team was nearly unbeatable in the first half of September.
Bethel Park notebook: Black Hawks football an early WPIAL leader in scoring
September 21, 2024
Notebook items from around the Bethel Park High School campus:
New leaders emerge, hope to keep Bethel Park boys soccer on top of section
The Bethel Park boys soccer team racked up a 13-0-1 record in section play and ended up 15-3-1 overall in 2023.
Sewickley notebook: Quaker Valley girls soccer holding teams off the scoreboard
September 15, 2024
Some recent highlights in the Sewickley Herald coverage area:
Basketball, track experience set up Quaker Valley hall of fame inductee for success in life
Bobby Farrington, a 1982 Quaker Valley graduate, was known for his basketball and track skills as a high school athlete.
Softball skills take Leetsdale teen on trip to Italy
Mya Eshenbaugh can now say she has played softball on an international level.
Under new coach, Sewickley Academy girls soccer looks to take next step
September 8, 2024
Gary Weber has a compelling background in soccer and is resolute when it comes to his favorite sport.
3-sport standout to join Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
Rick Ruperto was a three-sport standout at Quaker Valley, excelling in football, basketball and track and field.
Eden Christian girls soccer hopes to turn making playoffs into a habit
Eden Christian Academy was a WPIAL playoff qualifier in girls soccer last season.
New head coach sets goal for Quaker Valley boys soccer to be last team standing
September 1, 2024
Some of the names have changed, but the forecast remains the same in the Quaker Valley boys soccer program.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley athletes playing at college level
Quaker Valley’s 2023-24 senior class is well-represented with athletes continuing their careers at the next level.
Quaker Valley girls soccer counting on chemistry to make season memorable
Maggie Behun and Rachel Loudermilk successfully coexist as co-head coaches of the Quaker Valley girls soccer team.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Basketball teams get new section homes
August 25, 2024
The WPIAL recently released new section alignments for the next two-year cycle in all sports.
With top players back, Sewickley Academy girls soccer looks for 3rd straight playoff berth
The Sewickley Academy girls soccer team is aiming for a trifecta in 2024.
Brentwood hopes to compete for playoff spot in coach’s 2nd season
August 19, 2024
It was a somewhat inauspicious debut for Brentwood coach Nick Caponi.
Seton LaSalle looking to maintain momentum after .500 campaign
August 18, 2024
Seton LaSalle made a dramatic improvement as a team in 2023.
‘Queens of the ‘Burgh’ volleyball tournament grows in popularity in 2nd year
August 17, 2024
The Sharks dominated at the second annual Queens of the ‘Burgh girls volleyball tournament.
Quaker Valley Rugby Club takes root as sport’s popularity grows
There’s a new sport in town that’s been growing at a steady pace.
Quaker Valley senior has WPIAL golf championship in his sights
Ethan Dai finished as the WPIAL Class 2A runner-up in boys golf last year.
After gaining experience, Quaker Valley looks to take step forward
August 13, 2024
The 2023 season was a tough grind on a young Quaker Valley football team, much like 2022.
Thomas Jefferson in position to continue program’s championship tradition
August 12, 2024
The legacy continues for the Thomas Jefferson football program as Bill Cherpak begins his 30th year as head coach.
After reaching PIAA tournament, expectations high for Quaker Valley girls volleyball
August 11, 2024
The Quaker Valley girls volleyball team is looking to hit the jackpot this season.
Quaker Valley to induct dominant 1968 football team into hall of fame
The 1967 football team was inducted into the Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame in 2017.
Ahead of senior tennis season, Quaker Valley’s Kristen Close hosting empowering women program
A free program entitled “Empowering Women Around the World” will take place at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Sewickley Valley YMCA Walter J. Brannon Community Center.
Loaded with experience, Bethel Park sets championship goals
August 9, 2024
Bethel Park was in the fight for first place all season in the Class 5A Allegheny Six Conference in 2023.
Baldwin aims to change fortunes with turnaround season
Baldwin has not reached the football postseason since 2019.
New coach set to lead Sewickley Academy boys golf team
August 1, 2024
Sewickley Academy’s Severin Harmon is the reigning WPIAL Class 2A champion in boys tennis.
2002 champion girls track and field team to enter Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
July 27, 2024
The Quaker Valley girls track and field team hit a grand slam in 2002, winning a fourth consecutive WPIAL team championship.
Track teams highlight year filled with championship gold at Quaker Valley
July 21, 2024
Quaker Valley ended the 2023-24 school year with eight WPIAL champions in Class 2A, including two team, four individual and two relay titlists.
Sophomore golfer eager for return of Sewickley Academy girls team for 2024 season
Emily Milanovich cannot wait for the fall sports season to begin.
After school’s 1st girls state title, Thomas Jefferson softball has summer to celebrate
It’s been a summer like no other for the Thomas Jefferson softball program.
Adventurous Baldwin softball alum to spend year in Thailand
Gemma Stypula has been dreaming of this trip for what seems like forever.
Baldwin grad making name for himself in sports broadcasting
There appears to be no limit to what Austin Bechtold can accomplish in his professional career.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Freshman makes all-section for Panthers lacrosse team
The Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse team was led in 2024 by freshman Nick Neavin, who was rewarded for his season-long efforts by being named first team all-section.
Bethel Park’s Ryan Petras wraps up highly decorated junior year
July 20, 2024
The postseason accolades have been pouring in for Bethel Park superstar athlete Ryan Petras.
Sewickley Academy restarts girls golf program
July 14, 2024
The girls golf program at Sewickley Academy has been revamped.
Sewickley notebook: Quaker Valley’s Lucy Roig earns All-American honors
July 6, 2024
Quaker Valley’s standout lacrosse player, sophomore Lucy Roig, picked up another impressive postseason award.
Sewickley Academy baseball overcomes obstacles to earn playoff berth
June 30, 2024
The Sewickley Academy baseball team produced a successful squeeze play in 2024 at the end of its section schedule.
Quaker Valley announces hall of fame Class of 2024, induction weekend festivities
The 2024 Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame weekend will take place in October.
Eden Christian’s Caleb Emswiler caps memorable season with Class A player of the year honors
Caleb Emswiler capped an outstanding baseball career at Eden Christian Academy with a top individual honor.
Thomas Jefferson’s state softball title capped special season in memory of former coach
June 23, 2024
The 2024 season is one players and coaches on the Thomas Jefferson softball team will never forget.
Thomas Jefferson baseball team reflects on 2024 season
Thomas Jefferson’s baseball team started out 12-0 this year and ended the regular season with a 17-2 overall record.
Zach Wuenschell, Mia March earn Brentwood’s top senior athletes awards
Zach Wuenschell and Mia March have at least two things in common.
Wrapping up the Thomas Jefferson, Baldwin boys volleyball seasons
The Thomas Jefferson boys volleyball team had high expectations and an elevated enthusiasm around the program for the 2024 season.
Eden Christian baseball team primed for bright future
June 22, 2024
Eden Christian Academy’s baseball team finished as the Class A runner-up in the WPIAL and PIAA this spring.
Fisher’s Files: Reflections on Jerry West and basketball Mt. Rushmore
The death of former NBA great Jerry West prompted some reflection on my part.
Eden Christian baseball team reflects on silver season
The Eden Christian Academy baseball program was wrapped in silver this season.
Bethel Park notebook: Makenzie Wade, Belinda Bova play in softball all-star game
The inaugural Western PA Softball All-Star Game between Team Gold and Team Black took place June 18 at Plum High School.
Bethel Park baseball continues program’s tradition of deep postseason runs
Bethel Park advanced to the WPIAL Class 5A baseball championship round riding a five-game winning streak and with a 9-2 record in the second half of the regular season.
With doubles teams leading the way, Quaker Valley tennis competes with state’s best
June 16, 2024
Quaker Valley’s boys tennis team hit the daily double in 2024.
‘Courage and grit’ propel Eden Christian to baseball season to remember
The Eden Christian Academy baseball season escalated from outstanding status to an awesome experience June 6 with the Warriors’ 11-4 playoff win over Avella in the PIAA Class A quarterfinals at Ross Memorial Park at the Washington & Jefferson Sports Complex.
New athletic director impressed with zeal for sports at Sewickley Academy
June 9, 2024
Sewickley Academy announced the hiring of Mike Scerbo as the school’s new director of athletics March 4. He is currently assisted by Heather Border and Kelly Carioto.
Versatile runner leaves unique legacy with Quaker Valley track program
Ellie Cain recently wrapped up a distinguished four-year career in the Quaker Valley track and field program.
As a hammer thrower or metalsmith, Fox Chapel grad shines at Cal (Pa.)
June 8, 2024
Jessica Jing McCann illustrates what it means to be a preeminent student-athlete.
Quaker Valley brings back medals from state track meet
June 2, 2024
One Quaker Valley relay team placed third at the PIAA Class 2A track and field championships; another secured seventh.
Tennis season to remember for Sewickley Academy, Quaker Valley builds to WPIAL finals matchup
The Sewickley Academy boys tennis team had its season-long goal of a WPIAL playoff run firmly entrenched.
Gartleys lead another golden effort for Quaker Valley at WPIAL track meet
May 26, 2024
Mia Gartley is only a sophomore at Quaker Valley.
Mike Iuzzolino takes over Sewickley Academy boys basketball program
Altoona native Mike Iuzzolino’s has had a distinguished basketball career.
Girls relay team uses home-track advantage to win at Baldwin Invitational
May 19, 2024
The girls 3,200-meter relay team’s performance at the 50th annual Baldwin Invitational is one senior Mackenzie Hirt won’t soon forget.
Thomas Jefferson senior makes impact in diving, gymnastics
Addison Arndt, a two-sport standout at Thomas Jefferson, is attending Penn State in the fall.
Sewickley Academy’s Libby Eannarino surpasses 200-goal milestone
Sewickley Academy senior midfielder Libby Eannarino needed three scores at home against Quaker Valley on May 7 to reach 200 career goals in girls lacrosse.
Quaker Valley track shows depth with large crop of WPIAL qualifiers
As the reigning WPIAL Class 2A team champion, the Quaker Valley track and field program was well-represented at the WPIAL individual championships.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley coach in favor of new wrestling rules
The National Federation of State High School Associations has made new rule changes for wrestling in the offseason.
Bethel Park baseball community takes pride in electric Oakland A’s closer Mason Miller
May 18, 2024
Mason Miller is the pride of the Bethel Park baseball community.
Fisher’s Files: Bethel Park spring athletes earn high marks
Keaira Griffiths and Julia Hoppe are just two of the many integral athletes on the Bethel Park girls track and field team.
Bethel Park relay builds momentum after 1st-place finish at Baldwin Invitational
Bethel Park’s girls 1,600-meter relayers waited patiently all day.
Northwestern recruit Ryan Petras leads Bethel Park baseball into WPIAL playoffs
Football and baseball are the two main sports for Bethel Park’s junior super athlete Ryan Petras.
Gymnasts Olivia Kovach, Ava Hickman look forward to defending WPIAL titles
May 13, 2024
They say good things come in small packages.
Sewickley Academy celebrates 25th WPIAL boys tennis title
May 12, 2024
Sewickley Academy and Quaker Valley are located just a few miles apart.
Talented group of seniors leads dangerous attack for Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse
Kendall Sykes is a talented, multiple-sport athlete at Sewickley Academy.
Group effort guides Quaker Valley boys, girls track teams to WPIAL titles
Both Quaker Valley track and field teams ended their regular season as undefeated section champions.
Quaker Valley girls lacrosse goalkeeper stacks save after save
Emily Reiner racked up her 400th career save for the Quaker Valley girls lacrosse team May 6 against Knoch.
Quaker Valley football team bolsters offseason workouts with CrossFit training
The third week in May is an important time for the Quaker Valley football team.
Sewickley Academy boys tennis pushing to be the best
May 5, 2024
Sewickley Academy won its second consecutive section title in boys tennis and 27th in school history this season.
Sewickley Academy boys lacrosse roster loaded with underclassmen keeps moving forward
Sewickley Academy’s boys lacrosse team is extremely young. It may be the youngest squad in the WPIAL.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley’s Oumou Thiero caps season with all-state honor
Kudos to Quaker Valley sophomore Oumou “Mimi” Thiero for being named third team all-state in Class 4A girls basketball.
Quaker Valley track sets sights on WPIAL team championships
April 28, 2024
The athletes in the Quaker Valley track and field program have the dates May 1 and May 7 circled on their spring calendars.
Fisher’s files: Senior captain sees growth in Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse team
Libby Eannarino’s distinguished three-sport career at Sewickley Academy continues.
Sewickley Academy doubles teams find success in section, WPIAL tournaments
The top four doubles competitors in Section 4-2A boys tennis this season proved to be Sewickley Academy athletes.
After strong start in Myrtle Beach, Thomas Jefferson baseball keeps rolling
April 21, 2024
The Thomas Jefferson baseball team began the season with three wins and a 29-run outburst at the Ripken Experience in Myrtle Beach.
Fisher’s Files: Baldwin track coach Ed Helbig surprised by hall of fame honor
Baldwin coach Ed Helbig has been battling serious health issues since June.
Sewickley Academy track team collecting medals
The Sewickley Academy track team kicked off its 2024 schedule April 4 in a seven-team meet at Hampton.
Momentum keeps building for Quaker Valley girls track team
The Quaker Valley track and field program is thriving.
Daysaun Spencer, Meghan Schruben display athleticism for Brentwood track and field
Youth is being served this season in the Brentwood track and field program.
Bethel Park’s Artemis Conaboy picks up where she left off last season
April 20, 2024
Artemis Conaboy’s favorite track and field event is the 400-meter dash.
Bethel Park’s Ryan Petras, Eddie Cebula make early season impact
Bethel Park athletes Ryan Petras and Eddie Cebula recently were cited as players of the week on back-to-back days in their respective sports.
After claiming WPIAL singles title, Severin Harmon, Sewickley Academy tennis turn attention to team success
April 14, 2024
Severin Harmon has been the top singles player for the Sewickley Academy boys tennis team for three seasons.
Experienced Quaker Valley boys tennis team ready for prime time
The 2023 season was viewed as a dress rehearsal for 2024 for the Quaker Valley boys tennis team.
4 Quaker Valley girls hockey players compete in national championships
Four Quaker Valley girls advanced with their teams to the 2024 USA Hockey national championships in various cities across the country.
Young Quaker Valley boys lacrosse lineup looks to build on playoff season
April 7, 2024
Quaker Valley’s boys lacrosse team proved to be a tough nut to crack in the second half of last season.
Libby Eannarino, Ashley Close return as team leaders for Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse
Sewickley Academy’s girls lacrosse team should have an outstanding one-two punch this season in Libby Eannarino and Ashley Close, both senior midfielders and co-captains.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy players picked for Roundball Classic
Three Sewickley area athletes have been named to participate in the annual Roundball Classic basketball games, set for May 22-26 at North Allegheny.
Medal-winning Quaker Valley diver taking talents to Idaho
March 31, 2024
The University of Idaho is located in the city of Moscow in the North Central region of the state.
Veteran lineup looks to lead Quaker Valley baseball back to playoffs
The Quaker Valley baseball team is looking for a return to the postseason.
Vinnie Heller earns Thomas Jefferson’s prestigious Breisinger Award
March 24, 2024
His statistics are not gaudy.
Thomas Jefferson boys reflect on special season
It ranks as one of the best basketball seasons in school history.
Sewickley Academy baseball expects excitement on diamond
It appears the Sewickley Academy baseball team will have a nice mix of experience and talented underclassmen this spring.
Quaker Valley swimmers find success in postseason pools
Two Quaker Valley girls, senior Emily Connors and junior Margaret Getty, qualified for the PIAA Class 2A championships in four events.
Maddox Shaw’s PIAA title highlights decorated season for Jaguars
A two-time WPIAL champion, Thomas Jefferson’s Maddox Shaw advanced to the PIAA Class 3A tournament in Hershey again this year where he took first place in the 139-pound weight division.
Mason Kernan caps Bethel Park career as WPIAL champion, PIAA bronze-medalist
March 23, 2024
Mason Kernan ended his four-year reign on the mats at Bethel Park with a 124-18 record.
Decorated senior class moves on, but Bethel Park baseball expects to contend again
Bethel Park has won two PIAA baseball championships and two WPIAL runner-up trophies over the last three years.
Pair of Quaker Valley wrestlers hit 40-win mark, make states
March 17, 2024
One is a senior and the all-time leader in wins at Quaker Valley; the other is a sophomore star who displayed his mettle all season.
New coach eager to help Quaker Valley softball keep moving in right direction
Quaker Valley softball coach Kaci Hott has a new title but is not new to the program.
Playoff loss stings Quaker Valley hockey after brilliant regular season
Quaker Valley captured first place in the PIHL Class A Gold Division during the regular season.
Mike Scerbo named new athletic director at Sewickley Academy
March 10, 2024
Mike Scerbo knows he has big shoes to fill.
Sewickley Academy boys proud of accomplishments during difficult season
A winning season.
Quaker Valley track team takes pride in showing at prestigious indoor state meet
Five of the top athletes in the Quaker Valley track and field program displayed their resolve during the 2023-24 indoor season.
Adlan Hifri making a splash with Quaker Valley swimming in 1st year in United States
March 3, 2024
It’s been a succession of firsts for Quaker Valley swimmer Adlan Hifri.
Quaker Valley divers fill podium at WPIAL meet
Two, three and five.
Quaker Valley wrestlers show postseason mettle in section tournament
February 25, 2024
Quaker Valley coach Austin Heinl was thrilled if not ecstatic with his team’s performance at the WPIAL Class 2A Northern Sectional wrestling tournament.
After 5 brushes with perfection, Thomas Jefferson bowler bags elusive 300 game
Thomas Jefferson bowler Joey Nix tied the school record five times in practice.
Hockey, volleyball teams headline Baldwin sports hall of fame Class of 2024
The Baldwin Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024 consisted of one athlete, four coaches and three teams.
Baldwin gymnast Abby Rexrode savors 3rd WPIAL gymnastics title, eyes unprecedented 4th
Much like the luminosity displayed by a three-carat diamond, Baldwin junior Abby Rexrode has had a brilliant three-year gymnastics career.
Sewickley Herald notebook: Quaker Valley swimmers show grit
Quaker Valley’s boys swim team competed with just seven athletes on its roster in 2023-24.
Bethel Park junior swimmer sweeps her way into WPIAL meet
February 24, 2024
Bethel Park junior Cally Edner made a big splash in the pool again this year.
Bethel Park hockey battling hard at end of regular season
The Bethel Park hockey team found itself in a battle for a PIHL Class 3A playoff spot coming down the stretch in the regular season.
Late-season surge has Bethel Park girls excited about program’s future
Bethel Park’s girls basketball team ended its season in a most positive way — with six consecutive victories.
Inspirational Quaker Valley swimmer motivates teammates
February 18, 2024
The Quaker Valley swim program honored its seniors Feb. 8 at the Sewickley Valley YMCA.
Quaker Valley basketball teams reach playoff goals
Oumou “Mimi” Thiero was a dominant force for the Quaker Valley girls team during the 2023-24 regular season.
Club volleyball team with WPIAL stars finds immediate chemistry, success
February 11, 2024
It’s club volleyball season and one team loaded with talented WPIAL athletes already has brought home a tournament championship.
Quaker Valley senior drawn to energy of Rutgers rowing team
Quaker Valley’s Lindsay Gledhill, a senior rowing afficionado, took a scientific approach to choosing a college.
Sewickley Academy dedicates basketball court for late coach, athletic director Win Palmer
February 4, 2024
It was a gratifying yet somewhat sad day at Sewickley Academy.
Sewickley Academy basketball teams set sights on playoff berths
January 28, 2024
The Sewickley Academy boys and girls basketball teams are heading into the season’s stretch run. Here’s a look at both teams and where they stand:
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy teams well-represented at PIHL all-star games
January 27, 2024
Although in different PIHL divisions, they would jointly make up a formidable starting lineup.
Thomas Jefferson great recalls memorable tryout with Steelers
January 21, 2024
Gary Gomolak is a big-time name in Thomas Jefferson football lore.
Fisher’s Files: Evan Berger reaches goal, becomes school’s all-time leading scorer
Notebook items from around the South Hills:
Deep Quaker Valley wrestling lineup racking up wins
Quaker Valley already has four wrestlers in its 20-win club for 2023-24.
Narrow losses help prepare Quaker Valley boys for 2nd half of section play
Players on the Quaker Valley boys basketball team said “enough is enough.”
West Jefferson Hills hall of fame set to induct 24 in Class of ’24
There’s a nice symmetry.
Trio of Thomas Jefferson juniors rises to top of rankings ahead of postseason tournaments
Three of the top wrestlers in the WPIAL — Maddox Shaw, Bode Marlow and Shepard Turk — attend Thomas Jefferson.
Senior joining 100-win club highlights strong season for Bethel Park wrestlers
January 20, 2024
Mason Kernan, a senior at Bethel Park, came away from the star-studded Powerade holiday wrestling tournament with a seventh-place finish at 139 pounds.
Trio of PIHL all-stars helps Bethel Park remain in contention in Class 3A standings
Three Bethel Park hockey players — forwards Ethan Cooley and Anthony Karner and defenseman Zach Mazzacone — earned all-star status this season.
Before embarking on future in astronomy, physics at Stonehill, Rena Gilligan has goals to meet for Quaker Valley swimming
January 14, 2024
Stonehill College is a private Catholic institution founded in 1948 and located in Easton, Mass.
Quaker Valley hockey playing strong defense, stacking up wins
The Quaker Valley hockey team started 2024 similarly to 2023.
Quaker Valley girls shake off growing pains, get in win column
Patience and perseverance finally prevailed for the Quaker Valley girls basketball team, as the Quakers kept plugging away through the first four weeks of the season.
After strong start, Sewickley Academy boys look ahead to section play
January 7, 2024
Sewickley Academy’s boys basketball team closed out the month of December most impressively.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley’s Bruce Anderchak, Jack Kazalas among WPIAL’s best wrestlers early on
Notebook items from Quaker Valley and Sewickley Academy athletics:
Quaker Valley swimmers again have high expectations for 2023-24 season
January 2, 2024
Quaker Valley’s Emily Connors is widely recognized as one of the blue-ribbon swimmers in the WPIAL.
Freshmen show potential for Quaker Valley wrestling
December 17, 2023
Quaker Valley wrestlers Aris Haniotes and Trey Dunlap had a night they soon won’t forget.
Quaker Valley hockey out to start new winning streak
Time to kick-start another winning streak.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley volleyball players earn all-state honors
Two Quaker Valley girls — Annica Kagle and Vanessa Pickett — were chosen to the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association all-state team in the Class 2A division.
Sewickley Academy boys basketball looks to show growth during challenging times
December 10, 2023
There’s only one direction the Sewickley Academy boys basketball team wants to go in 2023-24.
Quaker Valley volleyball players scoop up awards after memorable season
Talk about a landslide vote.
Mimi Thiero provides spark for young Quaker Valley girls basketball roster
Oumou “Mimi” Thiero is a still-growing 6-foot-4 sophomore guard/forward who was an all-section selection last year.
Senior guard Joe Coyle, Quaker Valley boys start season on right foot
Joe Coyle is back for his senior year in the Quaker Valley boys basketball program.
Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy athletics did you know?
December 3, 2023
Went up to the attic and pulled this column idea out of the dusty cedar chest:
Senior 3-sport standout leads young Sewickley Academy girls basketball roster
Libby Eannarino is a preeminent three-sport standout at Sewickley Academy.
Quaker Valley wrestling aims to reach new milestones
The strong just keep getting stronger.
Sophomore trio helps Quaker Valley hockey team to 8-0 start
Let’s tag them as sophomore sensations.
Thiero, Chapman hope to guide Quaker Valley girls basketball back to WPIAL playoffs
There will be several new players in the Quaker Valley girls basketball lineup this season.
Senior Laekyn Flinn sets standard for Thomas Jefferson girls basketball
One of the team leaders for the TJ girls basketball team is 5-foot-9 senior guard/forward Laekyn Flinn, who will continue her career after high school at Frostburg State.
With 4 starters back, Thomas Jefferson boys poised for big season
Thomas Jefferson’s boys basketball team has experience on its side for 2023-24.
Behind veteran frontcourt, Brentwood girls in position to contend
The Brentwood girls basketball team’s recipe for success includes a little height mixed in with a solid dose of experience.
Veteran Brentwood boys roster aiming for bounce-back season
The 2022-23 season was an anomaly for the Brentwood boys basketball program.
Baldwin boys making strides toward breakout season
Baldwin boys basketball wrapped up the 2022-23 season above .500 with a 12-11 record.
Lineup loaded with WPIAL qualifiers breeds confidence for Bethel Park wrestling
December 2, 2023
Nine members of the Bethel Park wrestling program have been WPIAL qualifiers in their careers.
1st-year coach ushers in new era for Bethel Park girls basketball
There’s a new face on the bench and a new system on the floor.
Boasting lineup with size, experience, Bethel Park boys expect successful season
Height isn’t an issue for the Bethel Park boys basketball team.
Playoff season builds excitement for future of Quaker Valley girls soccer
November 26, 2023
Quaker Valley’s girls soccer team finished as a WPIAL Class 2A quarterfinalist this season.
Quaker Valley boys add to school’s soccer legacy with WPIAL, PIAA championship appearances
Quaker Valley boys soccer is one of the most renowned programs in WPIAL history, thanks to 10 WPIAL and nine PIAA championships.
Sewickley Academy girls tennis season highlighted by section title, state playoff berth
November 19, 2023
Sewickley Academy had little difficulty defeating District 5 champion Bedford in the first round of the PIAA Class 2A girls tennis playoffs.
Sewickley Academy girls soccer makes playoffs with young roster, looks to bright future
The Sewickley Academy girls soccer team landed in the WPIAL playoffs once again in 2023.
Quaker Valley athletes focus on sportsmanship at WPIAL summit
Quaker Valley athletics was in vogue at the 14th annual WPIAL Summit on Sportsmanship held Nov. 8 at the Senator John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum.
Thomas Jefferson’s Evan Berger, Zoe Krizan, Laekyn Flinn sign with college programs
November 18, 2023
The NCAA early signing day for high school athletes took place Nov. 8.
Despite loss in WPIAL quarterfinals, Thomas Jefferson had another statistically strong season
Thomas Jefferson and Aliquippa have qualified for the WPIAL playoffs for 29 consecutive years.
Bethel Park girls tennis makes history during championship season
Expectations were soaring through the roof for the Bethel Park girls tennis team this year.
Bethel Park football sets foundation for future, makes playoffs in successful season
The Bethel Park football team advanced to the WPIAL playoffs for the third consecutive season.
Quaker Valley junior spearheads charity to benefit women in El Salvador
November 12, 2023
Kirsten Close is not your average transfer student.
Shady Side Academy freshman bursts onto WPIAL tennis scene
November 11, 2023
Shady Side Academy freshman Meriwether McCargo upset the apple cart.
Quaker Valley cross country teams accomplishing goals in postseason
November 5, 2023
It’s been a sweet season for the Quaker Valley boys cross country team.
Quaker Valley greats gather for 2023 hall of fame induction weekend
The celebratory Sports Hall of Fame weekend returned to Quaker Valley this fall after a three-year pause due to the covid pandemic.
Quaker Valley junior’s coat drive, other efforts help new arrivals to Western Pa.
October 29, 2023
Quaker Valley junior Molly MacDonald combines her athletic skills with a strong sense of altruism.
Quaker Valley golfer enjoys breakthrough junior season
Quaker Valley junior Ethan Dai took his golf game to the next level in 2023.
Fisher’s Files: Quaker Valley athletes enjoy fantastic fall
Eight varsity sports teams.
Dominant regular season sends Quaker Valley boys soccer into playoffs
October 22, 2023
The numbers 42 and 28 stand out for the Quaker Valley boys soccer program this season.
Thomas Jefferson girls soccer hits playoffs in stride after back-to-back section titles
The Thomas Jefferson girls soccer team was expecting a banner year on the pitch in 2023.
Thomas Jefferson boys overcome injuries to reach WPIAL playoffs
Michael “Doc” Kulish performed a juggling act this year as head coach of the Thomas Jefferson boys soccer team.
Sewickley Academy tennis looks ahead to PIAA tournament after WPIAL runner-up finish
Sewickley Academy was looking to win its ninth WPIAL championship in girls tennis.
Doubles team’s WPIAL championship highlights special season for Bethel Park tennis
October 21, 2023
Both are talented tennis players. One is a freshman at Bethel Park. The other’s a senior.
After winning Section 3 title, Bethel Park boys look forward to postseason run
Bethel Park didn’t lose a section game in boys soccer this season.
Quaker Valley cross country teams enjoying special season
October 15, 2023
The Quaker Valley cross country program is having a magical season.
Quaker Valley volleyball looks to carry momentum into postseason
The Quaker Valley girls volleyball team picked up where it left off last season.
State championship soccer team takes center stage at Quaker Valley hall of fame induction
Quaker Valley held its celebratory sports hall of fame weekend for the first time since 2019.
Trio of captains leads young Sewickley Academy girls soccer roster to promising season
October 8, 2023
The captain’s role on the Sewickley Academy girls soccer team has proven invaluable for the younger players this season.
Quaker Valley girls tennis team comes together to capture 1st section title since 2010
It had been more than a decade since Quaker Valley won a section title in girls tennis.
Basketball team that laid foundation for program’s success joins Quaker Valley hall of fame
John Gaetano took over as Quaker Valley’s boys basketball coach in 1987-88.
After section showdown, Quaker Valley, Sewickley Academy golfers go on to postseason success
October 1, 2023
Quaker Valley and Sewickley Academy have well-established golf programs and traditions.
3-sport star completes family trifecta in Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
The covid-19 pandemic in 2020 delayed Dr. Christa Rogers-Pettie’s entrance into the Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame.
With senior-loaded lineup, Thomas Jefferson in position to claim another section title
September 24, 2023
Thomas Jefferson has won 25 section titles in girls volleyball in school history.
Advance scout Jim Smoyer, an ‘invaluable’ part of Thomas Jefferson’s football program
Thomas Jefferson football aficionado Jim Smoyer is like most high school fans.
Thomas Jefferson boys soccer overcomes injuries to get off to strong start
Thomas Jefferson, expected to be a contender for a section title in boys soccer, found itself reeling from injuries in the first month of the season.
Despite graduation losses, Sewickley Academy boys soccer off to fast start
The 2023 season would be considered a time to rebuild for most soccer programs after losing nine seniors to graduation.
Furman South honored to be 1st Quaker Valley hockey player inducted into school’s hall of fame
Furman South’s brilliant hockey career has been filled with a series of firsts.
Bethel Park volleyball ‘young but competitive’ so far this season
September 23, 2023
Bethel Park was a veteran girls volleyball squad in 2022 with eight seniors and three juniors. The Black Hawks finished 10-6 overall and 6-4 in Section 2-4A as Peters Township and Canon-McMillan tied for first at 9-1.
Strong start fuels Bethel Park boys soccer toward postseason run
If the first month of the season was any indication, the Bethel Park boys soccer team was looking at a fantastic finish in 2023.
New Quaker Valley hall of famer Justin Shegog raised basketball program’s profile
September 17, 2023
Justin Shegog was a mover and a shaker in the gym as well as for the entire Quaker Valley boys basketball program.
Senior standouts set tone for Quaker Valley soccer
Two of the stars on last year’s boys soccer team at Quaker Valley are back for their senior season.
Sewickley Academy golfers look to carry on culture created by late coach Win Palmer
September 10, 2023
The 2021 season was an aberration for the Sewickley Academy boys golf program.
Trusted to get athletes back to health, Dr. Jeff Mulholland to join Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame
He has received the highest of praise and is considered one of the best in his profession.
6 athletes from Quaker Valley Class of 2023 playing in college
September 3, 2023
Six former Quaker Valley students — all 2023 graduates — are continuing their athletic careers at the next level, including Nora Johns, who will compete in basketball and track and field at Ohio Wesleyan.
Former football standout Dean Cvitkovic took unusual path to Quaker Valley Hall of Fame
Dean Cvitkovic graduated from Quaker Valley almost 50 years ago.
Quaker Valley girls soccer hopes gradual improvements pave path to playoffs
Quaker Valley’s girls soccer team finished with an 8-7-2 record in 2022, a slight improvement from its 7-9-2 mark the season before.
Longtime Sewickley Academy athletic director Win Palmer, who also coached 3 sports, dies at 65
September 1, 2023
One of the best ways many describe Win Palmer is that he was a gentleman’s gentleman.
Fast, experienced roster has Thomas Jefferson girls soccer thinking big
August 27, 2023
Thomas Jefferson’s girls soccer team has great expectations for the 2023 season.
Multi-sport Quaker Valley athlete brings giant medal collection into school’s hall of fame
To say Tabitha Bemis was a multiple medalist at Quaker Valley would be a vast understatement.
Quaker Valley golfers motivated by near-miss at WPIAL team tournament
One shot made all the difference for the Quaker Valley boys golf team last season, as the Quakers placed third in the WPIAL Class 2A tournament by the narrowest of margins.
Bar set high for Bethel Park boys soccer
August 26, 2023
Last season may be difficult to match for this year’s Bethel Park boys soccer team.
Carlynton hoping for turnaround season under new coach
August 23, 2023
The Class A Black Hills Conference wasn’t a friendly environment for Carlynton last season.
New coaching regime looks to get Brentwood back to playoffs
August 19, 2023
Brentwood’s football team finished 2-4 in the Class 2A Century Conference last season and 3-7 overall.
Seton LaSalle rebuilds roster after winless campaign
August 15, 2023
Tim Storino is hoping the 2022 season was a valuable learning experience for the Seton LaSalle football team.
Quaker Valley determined to develop a winning mentality
The 2022 season appeared promising in the early going for the Quaker Valley football team.
Star receiver back to provide spark to Thomas Jefferson offense
August 13, 2023
Veteran coach Bill Cherpak has seen his share of talented wide receivers at Thomas Jefferson.
Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame returns from covid hiatus with Class of 2023
August 12, 2023
It’s back.
Queens of the ‘Burgh volleyball event shines spotlight on top WPIAL players in fun setting
Avonworth girls volleyball coach John Skarupa believes it is the first of many to come.
Quaker Valley volleyball’s Molly MacDonald lends helping hand
Quaker Valley volleyball player Molly MacDonald certainly is an enterprising sort.
Baldwin’s new coach Dana Brown seeks out multi-sport athletes
August 9, 2023
Dana Brown knows the task he and his staff face.
Quaker Valley sophomore softball standout shows skills at All American Games
August 5, 2023
Gemma Wiegand recently experienced a once-in-a-lifetime type of opportunity.
Late coach Gene Klein’s long list of accomplishments won’t soon be forgotten at Quaker Valley
It was a no-brainer when former boys soccer coach Gene Klein was inducted into the Quaker Valley Sports Hall of Fame in 1998.
Longtime Riverhounds, Quaker Valley soccer coach Gene Klein dies after battle with brain cancer
July 24, 2023
Gene Klein did not have just an iconic, hall-of-fame coaching career.
Multi-sport athletes takes home top honors for 2022-23 school year at Brentwood
July 23, 2023
The announcement of the Mark Reider award and Booster Athlete award winners is eagerly anticipated at the end of every school year at Brentwood.
As girls wrestling grows, Quaker Valley looks to build program
The date May 17 is historic and highly significant in the state of Pennsylvania, as well as the WPIAL.
Bethel Park girls volleyball building foundation for upcoming season
July 22, 2023
Excuse the members of the Bethel Park girls volleyball team if they occasionally sneak a peek at HGTV.
Senior class leaves unprecedented mark on Bethel Park baseball program
It was a tremendous three-year run for the Bethel Park baseball program, particularly for the seniors on the 2023 club.
Sewickley Academy lacrosse defender delivers important message about mental health
July 15, 2023
Lauren Retzlaff, a sophomore defender on the 2023 Sewickley Academy girls lacrosse team, will be campaigning for a serious cause during the upcoming school year.
Sewickley Academy 3-sport athlete eager to fill expanded role on diamond next season
Jordan Smith is filled with inspiration for his 2023-24 senior year at Sewickley Academy.