Sports
Burrell QB Perkins puts on a show in win over Mt. Pleasant
September 5, 2025
Mt. Pleasant came into its game against Burrell happy to have one half of its running back tandem back in the starting lineup.
Penn-Trafford scores twice in final 6 minutes to beat Moon
Penn-Trafford came from behind Friday and tallied 13 unanswered points in the final six minutes to defeat Moon, 25-24.
Derry fights back for victory against host Deer Lakes
Noah Stough catching an 11-yard touchdown pass with 7 seconds remaining was a shining example of what Derry football coach Mike Arone knew all week.
Hempfield ends nonconference schedule unbeaten with rout of Kiski Area
From the start, Hempfield took control. Kiski Area had no chance.
Plum ends 13-game losing skid against Gateway with well-balanced victory
In Week Zero, Plum snapped a seven-game losing streak to rival Franklin Regional.
Glenn, Ross help Freeport ease past Quaker Valley
From the opening kickoff, Quaker Valley’s nonconference game against Freeport on Friday night at Chuck Knox Stadium shaped up a lot differently than the Quakers’ first two games, both victories.
Norwin overpowers Latrobe on both sides of ball, cruises to shutout victory
When Norwin and Latrobe faced each other in 2024, the Wildcats rushed for 451 yards in a 42-28 victory.
Kiski Area Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2025 represents younger generations
Mike Rairigh earned nine varsity letters in football, basketball and track and field as a Kiski Area athlete.
Gateway basketball coach Alvis Rogers steps down after 7 seasons
After seven seasons as head coach of the Gateway boys basketball team, Alvis Rogers felt it was time to step down from the post, citing family and personal issues for his decision.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 4, 2025
September 4, 2025
High schools
5 things to watch in Week 2: Central Catholic, Woodland Hills relish chance to play at Pro Football Hall of Fame
Two WPIAL football teams got a call from the hall.
High school roundup for Sept. 4, 2025: Peters Township drops Mt. Lebanon in OT
Anthony Maiello scored the overtime winner to lift Peters Township to a 2-1 victory over Mt. Lebanon in Section 2-4A boys soccer Thursday night.
Westmoreland high school football notebook: Southmoreland assistant Kolesar faces former team
Rich Kolesar was the coach at Laurel Highlands for six seasons, his last coming in 2024. On Friday night, he will go against his former Mustangs.
Greensburg Central Catholic’s Stawovy captures WCCA title
Alayna Stawovy had not played well at Champion Lakes Golf Course in Boliver before Thursday’s Westmoreland County Coaches’ Association girls championship.
Trib HSSN don’t miss high school football matchups for 2025 Week 2
Week 2 of the 2025 WPIAL season is the final tuneup for some District 7 teams before conference play begins next week.
Bentworth chasing return to postseason, elusive playoff victory
Accountability, attitude and hustle — those are the three guiding principles for Bentworth football under third-year coach Dave Pordash.
Freeport boys find footing early in season as they prepare for difficult section schedule
At this point in the season, teams around the WPIAL are still developing their “brand,” or the style of soccer that allows them to play at their highest level when the games matter most.
Shady Side Academy may face WPIAL repercussions if football team forfeits game vs. Clairton
Shady Side Academy is standing behind its decision to call off a football game this week despite possible WPIAL repercussions.
Through the Years: 5 years ago, after pandemic delay, Burrell edged rival Valley
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.
McKeesport star Kemon Spell on the mend heading into showdown with Thomas Jefferson
Kemon Spell’s coach describes him as a finely tuned Ferrari, a fitting analogy since the McKeesport running back goes faster than most.
