Sports
Franklin Regional hockey adapting quickly to new coach
October 4, 2019
Franklin Regional’s hockey team has a new coach, but the goal remains the same — win a PIHL Penguins Cup championship.
The Herald Spotlight Athlete: Shane Funk, Fox Chapel
Shane Funk, a junior on the Fox Chapel cross country team, is in his third season with the team and has shown improvement every year.
No. 1 Jayhawks prepare for rare test from No. 5 OLSH
Zach Crutchman and his Jeannette teammates are aware of the state and WPIAL rankings — and the Jayhawks’ lofty No. 1 position in both.
Yough names Kelsey Kuhns softball coach
Just five years ago, Kelsey Kuhns was leading the Southmoreland softball team from behind the dish.
WPIAL team golf championship sites and brackets announced
The brackets and competition sites for next week’s WPIAL boys and girls golf team championships were released Friday.
Deer Lakes, Freeport prepare for Big East rivaly matchup with playoff implications on the line
Deer Lakes and Freeport have a storied history in football.
PIAA tightens competitive balance formula for football, basketball transfers
Adding one transfer could force a basketball team into a higher PIAA classification.
WPIAL Clinched: Boys soccer through Oct. 3, 2019
October 3, 2019
There are less than two weeks left in section play in WPIAL boys soccer. The top four teams in each section qualify for the district playoffs. All teams tied for a playoff spot in which head-to-head does not break the tie all qualify for the postseason.
High school scores, summaries, schedules for Oct. 3, 2019
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High school roundup for Oct. 3, 2019: Pine-Richland boys soccer upends Seneca Valley
Vince Roller scored both goals as Pine-Richland (6-9, 5-7) pulled off a 2-1 upset, handing first-place Seneca Valley (11-2-1, 10-1-1) its first loss in Section 1-AAAA boys soccer Thursday night. Nathan Prex scored for Seneca Valley.
PIAA might ease co-op rules for small schools struggling to fill rosters
With many small districts struggling to fill rosters, the PIAA might make it easier for two schools to form a combined sports team.
Shady Side Academy tops Greensburg Central Catholic in girls soccer showdown
The latest installment of the Shady Side Academy versus Greensburg Central Catholic rivalry had a little bit of everything.
Westmoreland football notebook: Hempfield’s Remaley plays through injury
Quarterback Blake Remaley had the option to sit out and let time heal his ailment, but that just wasn’t his style.
Revamped roster aims to keep North Hills hockey on the rise
The North Hills hockey team was one of the most surprising success stories in PIHL Class A last season as it racked up a regular season record of 13-5 and advanced to the second round of the playoffs under the tutelage of first-year head coach Kevin Pawlos.
Bishop Canevin’s Alexa Malloy reaches milestone, eyes PIAA volleyball title
Seeing Bishop Canevin’s Alexa Malloy step onto a volleyball court, it would be easy to assume she is a defensive specialist. Her 5-foot-6 frame — maybe 5-7, if you ask coach Kevin Walters — looks the part.
New runners make strides for Hampton cross country team
This season, Dean Longwell was looking for growth from the Hampton cross country team — and that’s what he’s seen across the board.
Changes to program don’t slow Hampton volleyball
A coaching change can give a program a breath of fresh air, but new Hampton volleyball coach Mike Hansen wants his seniors to know that they’re the ones who deserve all the accolades.
Fall tournament win provides spark for Shaler softball
Tom Sorce would have liked it if the Shaler Area softball team started the season right after the Battle of the Boulevard Tournament ended last week.
With experience, Shaler hockey team able to add to gameplan
Shaler Area hockey coach Steve Stayduhar enjoyed this offseason much more than the last one.
Penn Hills baseball’s Cole Yeager headed to Marietta College
Senior Cole Yeager had a baseball bat and ball in his hands at 2 years old, and the sport has played a critical role in his life up to this point. With his final season for Penn Hills approaching, Yeager has made a decision on where he will continue his athletic career.
