Wrestling
Burrell girls wrestling team rides pins to win vs. Plum
December 11, 2024
The Burrell and Plum girls wrestling teams opened the dual-match portion of their schedules Wednesday evening at Plum, and on the strength of three pins and three forfeit victories, the Bucs came away with a 36-24 victory.
Derry wrestling team edges powerhouse rival Latrobe
Wrestling fans could not have asked for a better nonsection match Wednesday as two top-10 teams squared off at Latrobe.
Burrell, Derry could battle for WPIAL Class 2A wrestling title
Burrell and Derry come into the season ranked 1-2 in the TribHSSN Class 2A wrestling rankings.
Shaler wrestlers expect to be in the hunt for sub-section title, spots at WPIALs
December 8, 2024
Shaler sophomore wrestler Anthony Jones is in an ideal position for a wrestler competing in the lightest weight class. Jones wasn’t focused on figuring out how to cut weight to get down to 107 pounds in the offseason.
Chartiers Valley wrestling looking to rebound with international flair
When you walk down the steps into the depths of the Chartiers Valley gymnasium and wind your way through the hallways, you’ll eventually find the Colts wrestling practice rooms.
With 11 returning starters, Bethel Park wrestling has high expectations
December 7, 2024
Bethel Park’s wrestling team advanced to the WPIAL semifinals last year and finished with an impressive 19-3 record.
Penn Hills freshman heavyweight showing vast potential
Denairo Price hardly had to break a sweat during his first varsity wrestling match. Thankfully, the Penn Hills freshman heavyweight doubled up on his matches during a triangular with Woodland Hills and Riverview on Dec. 4.
Penn Hills notebook: Junior high girls wrestler makes history; Strader named All-American
There was plenty to celebrate for the Penn Hills wrestling program as the season opened with a triangular against Riverview and Woodland Hills on Dec. 4. While the Indians varsity boys program picked up wins against the Raiders and the Wolverines, the girls program also got an opportunity to get some matches in.
Plum wrestling ready for next wave of WPIAL qualifiers to emerge
Last year, the Plum wrestling program had a handful of wrestlers qualify for the WPIAL tournament. Even though most of those were seniors, the Mustangs are hopeful to have another handful reach the tournament this season.
With 8 returning WPIAL qualifiers, North Allegheny wrestlers set sights high
In the bowels of North Allegheny High School a few days before Thanksgiving, the NA wrestlers ran end-of-practice wind sprints to the loud encouragement of coaches and classic rock.
High school roundup for Dec. 4, 2024: 33-point night for Karis Thomas sparks Shady Side Academy girls
December 4, 2024
Karis Thomas hit for 33 points to lead Shady Side Academy to a 64-53 victory over Baldwin in nonsection girls basketball Wednesday night.
Mamie’s win sparks Norwin wrestling to win over young Canon-McMillan
You never know which bout in a wrestling match could be the turning point.
Riverview splits dual matches; Wylly notches pair of technical falls
Alex Wylly wants his sophomore season with the Riverview wrestling team to reflect his toughness. Wylly has demonstrated he is willing to put the time in managing the burden that comes with playing three varsity sports.
Westmoreland County wrestling looking for big year
December 3, 2024
It should be an exciting season for wrestling fans from Westmoreland County.
With deep roster, Penn-Trafford wrestlers expect to bounce back
December 1, 2024
Travis McKillop is back as the head wrestling coach at Penn-Trafford.
Quaker Valley wrestling has growing roster, championship goals
The Quaker Valley wrestling program keeps winning — and growing.
Fox Chapel girls wrestling winning matches as program grows
November 30, 2024
Atia DiGioia fought the battle with uncertainty and nerves before she ever stepped on the wrestling mat. The Fox Chapel junior wasn’t entirely sure how wrestling would go for her.
WPIAL Class 2A wrestling preview: Burrell looking for another title
November 27, 2024
A look at the 2024-25 WPIAL Class 2A wrestling season:
A-K Valley Class 2A wrestling preview: ‘Nothing has really changed’ for defending champ Burrell
After a two-year hiatus, Burrell wrestling returned to the top of the WPIAL Class 2A mountain by winning its 18th district championship last season.
