Football

Central Catholic’s Josh Altman (19) and Matthew Aulicino (55) pave the way for a first down carry by Eddy Tillman during the WPIAL Class 6A championship game against North Allegheny Friday, Nov. 6, 2020, at Martorelli Stadium.

Pair of North Allegheny, Central Catholic standouts earn Class 6A all-state honors

December 23, 2020

Talented football players filled the field at North Hills’ Martorelli Stadium for the WPIAL Class 6A championship game.

Pine-Richland quarterback Cole Spencer celebrates as he scores during the first quarter of the PIAA Class 5A championship game against Cathedral Prep on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium.

Pine-Richland’s Cole Spencer tabbed state’s Class 5A Player of the Year

Postseason honors continue to roll in for Pine-Richland’s Cole Spencer.

Thomas Jefferson quarterback Jake Pugh celebrates after scoring the winning touchdown in overtime during the WPIAL Class 4A championship game against Aliquippa on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, at North Allegheny.

Thomas Jefferson trio earns all-state honors in Class 4A

The Thomas Jefferson football team added to an already crowded trophy case this season by capturing WPIAL and PIAA championships.

Central Valley’s Ameer Dudley carries past Wyomissing Area’s Jordan Auman during the fourth quarter of the PIAA Class 3A state championship game on Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at Hersheypark Stadium.

5 Central Valley teammates voted all-state; Ameer Dudley named top player in 3A

December 22, 2020

Undefeated Central Valley was unmatched this season, a dominance that was rewarded in all-state voting Tuesday.

Beaver Falls’ Josh Hough (10) rushes the ball during their game against Sto-Rox on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020.

Beaver Falls trio leads 7 WPIAL players on Class 2A all-state football team

A month after winning a WPIAL football title, Beaver Falls teammates Josh Hough, Mitchell Myers and Tyler Jones have reason to celebrate again.

Derry’s Cain Latta, bottom, works on defensive drills with teammates during a heat acclimation practice on Monday, Aug. 17, 2020 at Derry Area High School.

Trib HSSN Top 20 Stories of 2020: After delayed start, fall sports move forward

December 19, 2020

The most unique year in our lifetime is coming to an end. With so many mass starts and stops, highs and lows, just about all walks of life were affected by the coronavirus in 2020.

South Allegheny’s Antonio Epps carries the ball against Yough on Sept. 25.

South Allegheny’s Antonio Epps stays at home, picks Duquesne

December 15, 2020

Since he was little, Antonio Epps always wanted to play college football at the Division 1 level.

Yough’s newly renovated weight room, made possible by a grant from the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Steelers provide helping hand as Yough renovates weight room

December 14, 2020

Yough hopes to be flexing its muscles again soon in the WPIAL — with a little lift from the Black and Gold.

Gateway’s Derrick Davis breaks in the clear against Woodland Hills on Oct. 17.

Gateway athletes pick up postseason honors after challenging fall

December 13, 2020

The Gateway boys and girls soccer teams and the Gators football team each earned WPIAL playoff berths in a fall season dominated each week by covid concerns, cancellations and delays.

Franklin Regional’s Anthony DiFalco celebrates his goal with Isaac Gamwo during the WPIAL Class AAA championship.

Westmoreland high school notebook: FR’s DiFalco awarded again

The honors continued to roll in for Franklin Regional junior soccer star Anthony DiFalco, who garnered United Soccer Coaches Region II All-America and USC All-Region East team honors for the second year in a row.

Penn Hills’ Noel Roach pulls in a catch during preseason workouts in August.

Penn Hills football standouts rack up postseason honors

Even though the Penn Hills football season didn’t finish the way the team hoped, the Indians had 13 players recognized for their play this season as they received all-conference honors.

Springdale’s Logan Dexter defends against Jeannette’s Brett Birch in the first half Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, at Veterans Memorial Field.

Valley News Dispatch Defensive Player of the Year: Springdale’s Logan Dexter

December 12, 2020

Alle-Kiski Valley Defensive Player of the Year

Apollo-Ridge’s Logan Harmon (44) rushes the ball against Beaver Falls at Geneva College’s Reeves Field on Friday, Nov. 6, 2020.

Valley News Dispatch Offensive Player of the Year: Apollo-Ridge’s Logan Harmon

Alle-Kiski Valley Offensive Player of the Year

Penn Trafford quarterback Ethan Carr throws during practice on Sept. 10.

Penn-Trafford’s Ethan Carr named Tribune-Review Westmoreland County Player of the Year

When Penn-Trafford football coach John Ruane asked Ethan Carr to switch positions during his sophomore season, there were no objections.

2020 Tribune-Review Westmoreland County Football All-Stars

First team

Franklin Regional’s Aly Kindelberger was named to the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association Class AAA all-state team this year.

Westmoreland high school notebook: Franklin Regional’s Kindelberger honored

December 8, 2020

Franklin Regional standout hitter Aly Kindelberger was awarded for an outstanding senior season, one that saw her help the Panthers make team history.

Penn-Trafford’s Ethan Carr looks to pass against Franklin Regional earlier this season.

Westmoreland H.S. notebook: Local football players dot all-star teams

December 6, 2020

The Big 5/6 Conference, which recognizes the accomplishments of teams and athletes in the WPIAL’s largest classifications, announced all-star teams for football.