Returning WPIAL, PIAA qualifiers bolster Shady Side Academy swim teams
Ava Jochims broke through on the PIAA Class 2A stage as a sophomore swimmer. The Shady Side Academy girls swim team standout is hoping to help the team by building on their success.
Herald notebook: Fox Chapel swimmers set records in early-season meets
The Fox Chapel swimming program is under new leadership this season in coach Bailey Bonnett. The Foxes have seen plenty of good performances early in the season.
‘It’s a learning curve’: Shady Side Academy girls get up to speed in opening tournament
December 6, 2025
Leah Buford doesn’t love the games that start before noon. But the Shady Side Academy junior forward knows it’s just one of the challenges the Bulldogs will face this season.
Shady Side Academy, Fox Chapel athletes seal future plans in early signing period
November 30, 2025
When a high school athlete gives a verbal commitment to a school of his or her choice, it sets off a period of waiting until they can make it officially binding.
Through the Years: 60 years ago, Oakmont rallied for 2nd WPIAL title
November 27, 2025
Each week throughout the high school football season, the Valley News Dispatch will take a look at the players, coaches and events that shaped our scholastic legacy.