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Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week Zero

August 25, 2022

Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week Zero:

New coach brings lessons learned from all-time greats to Union

If anyone’s ever been ready for his first head coaching job, it’s Union’s Kim Niedbala.

New coach focuses on fundamentals, teamwork at Summit Academy

Anthony Becoate thought this was the right time to take his first job as a head coach.

South Side has weapons to compete with Class A’s best

Coming off a hard-earned berth in the WPIAL Class 2A playoff field last season, South Side is looking to be one of the top teams in Class A this year.

Despite playoff win, Shenango wants to shake off disappointing 2021

Coming off a 7-2 season in 2020, Shenango had high hopes this time last year. But reality failed to meet expectations and, despite a second straight season with a playoff victory, the Wildcats were left wanting more.

Rochester ready to ‘kick the door down’ in 2022

Rochester has a message for its Class A opponents this year — tighten those hinges.

With losing streak in rearview mirror, Northgate excited about progress

A year ago, Northgate entered the 2021 season carrying the weight of the WPIAL’s longest losing streak — 32 games played, 32 straight losses.

Despite roster losses, reloaded Laurel in good position to contend in Class A

Last fall, Brian Cooper watched as, week in and week out, his running back and quarterback sliced through opposing defenses.

New coach brings lessons learned from all-time greats to Union

If anyone’s ever been ready for his first head coaching job, it’s Union’s Kim Niedbala.

New coach focuses on fundamentals, teamwork at Summit Academy

Anthony Becoate thought this was the right time to take his first job as a head coach.

South Side has weapons to compete with Class A’s best

Coming off a hard-earned berth in the WPIAL Class 2A playoff field last season, South Side is looking to be one of the top teams in Class A this year.