Basketball
High school roundup for Dec. 23, 2025: Collin Rodgers hits 1,000 points in Deer Lakes win
December 23, 2025
Collin Rodgers poured in 34 points, reaching the 1,000-point mark in his career, to lead Deer Lakes to an 82-46 victory over Highlands in Section 1-4A boys basketball Tuesday night.
Penn-Trafford boys rally, get late basket from Ponko to defeat Latrobe
Nick Ponko caught the basketball at the high post, turned into an open lane and completed a frantic rally
Springdale defense swarms Riverview in 2nd half to pull away for section win
Springdale boys basketball coach Scott Ruppert was clear with his instructions Tuesday night at Donald McGhee Fieldhouse.
Alle-Kiski Valley Hall of Fame reveals latest class
Whether he was called the “Dynamo Dandy” or the “Dynamic Dynamo,” Dick DeVenzio left his mark on Springdale basketball and will be honored posthumously at the Alle-Kiski Valley Hall of Fame’s 55th induction banquet May 16 at the Pittsburgh Shriners Center, Harmar.
High school roundup for Dec. 22, 2025: Pine-Richland, Seneca Valley climb to top of section
December 22, 2025
Mia LeDonne scored 16 points to lead Pine-Richland to a 44-40 victory over North Allegheny in double overtime in Section 1-6A girls basketball Monday night.
Aquinas Academy girls keep rolling, beat St. Joseph
The Aquinas Academy girls basketball team is No. 1 in this week’s TribLive HSSN Class A rankings.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Dec. 23, 2025: Teams fighting for 1st place heading into holiday break
‘Twas the night before the holiday break, and all through the WPIAL boys basketball space, battles were taking place hither and yon, all with hopes of rising to first place.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports for Dec. 22, 2025: Norwin, Upper St. Clair set for rematch
December 21, 2025
Three days before the big man comes sliding down the chimney looking for a midnight snack, there are plenty of treats on a busy night of WPIAL girls section basketball Monday.
This week on Trib HSSN for week of Dec. 22, 2025
Our holiday gift to you is for well wishes heading into 2026 and two weeks of high school basketball, scholastic wrestling and PIHL hockey here on the TribLive High School Sports Network.
WPIAL boys basketball rankings: Week ending Dec. 21, 2025
Class 6A
Jeannette boys take care of business against 6A Norwin
Given the fact Jeannette was leading but not in complete control, Jayce Powell felt the need to be vocal in the huddle.
A-K Valley athletes of the week: St. Joseph’s Bella Bartolovic, Springdale’s Robby Simmen
Bella Bartolovic
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Dec. 20, 2025: Basketball teams hit road for tournament action
As last-minute shoppers cram the mall on the final weekend before Christmas, some district basketball teams had a better idea.
Belle Vernon boys ride ‘all kinds of heart’ to win over Derry
December 19, 2025
Every athlete knows to stay prepared at all times because there’s no telling when one can get a chance to make a big impact.
Burrell boys defense clamps down in defeat of Deer Lakes
The cannons were firing, and the gates were locked at Buccaneer bay as Burrell shut down the Deer Lakes offense to beat their rival 52-42.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Dec. 19, 2025: Last 2 WPIAL 5A champs to collide in boys hoops
December 18, 2025
The final Friday before the holidays is a big one for section battles in WPIAL boys basketball.
High school roundup for Dec. 17, 2025: Seneca Valley jumps on North Allegheny for section win
Natalie Hambly scored 12 points to lead Seneca Valley to a 45-24 victory over North Allegheny in a Section 1-6A girls basketball clash Wednesday night.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Dec. 18, 2025: Top 4 teams to hash out pecking order in girls basketball section
December 17, 2025
‘Twas the week before Christmas and much to WPIAL hoop fans’ delight, girls basketball teams were fighting for section supremacy on a busy Thursday night.
