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Mohawk’s Jaxon Schoedel sets PIAA record while defending title in 3,200 meters

May 24, 2025

SHIPPENSBURG — Mohawk senior Jaxon Schoedel knew early on during the 3,200-meter Class 2A final Saturday that the race was his at the PIAA track and field championships.

Freeport’s Mackenzie Magness wins the pole vault during the PIAA Class 2A track and field championships Saturday at Shippensburg.

Freeport’s Mackenzie Magness earns emotional win in pole vault at state championships

SHIPPENSBURG — There can be tears for many reasons at the PIAA track and field championships.

The North Allegheny boys volleyball team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Seneca Valley in the Class 3A final Saturday.

North Allegheny rallies past Seneca Valley to return to top of WPIAL 3A volleyball mountain

North Allegheny was back in its familiar position of favorite entering this year’s WPIAL boys volleyball playoffs.

Hempfield’s Clair Mitchell bats against Seneca Valley on May 7.

WPIAL announces schedule for 2025 softball finals, 3rd-place games

The WPIAL announced start times for the six softball finals Wednesday and Thursday at PennWest’s Lilley Field in California.

Pine-Richland pitcher Keegan Deihl delivers against Shaler on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, in Pine.

WPIAL sets schedule for 2025 baseball championships, 3rd-place games

The WPIAL announced times for its six baseball championship games Tuesday and Wednesday at EQT Park in Washington.

Franklin Regional’s N.J. Ramchandran (6) is met by Luke Williams at home plate after hitting a home run against Plum on Monday, April 28, 2025, in Murrysville.

After tough finish, Franklin Regional turns attention to 2026 season

Baseball season ended a little earlier than expected for Franklin Regional.

The Shady Side Academy girls 3,200-meter relay team won a WPIAL championship May 14, 2025, at Slippery Rock.

Shady Side Academy relay team uses all-for-one mentality to win WPIAL gold

Ella Van Norman feels like the way races are structured sets up Shady Side Academy’s 3,200-meter relay team for success. The Bulldogs’ largest concern during every race is getting the baton to the next person in the best possible position.

Shady Side Academy freshman Javon Johnston receives his third-place medal at the Butler Invitational.

Shady Side Academy freshman thrives on WPIAL track’s biggest stages

Javon Johnston continues to impress Shady Side Academy boys track and field coach Adam Janosko with his drive.

Jack Kartsonas helped Kent State to a MAC title in 2023 before transferring to West Virignia for his final season of eligibility.

Herald notebook: Fox Chapel’s Jack Kartsonas helps WVU baseball to big season

Fox Chapel resident Jack Kartsonas made a smart choice for his final season of college eligibility.

Fox Chapel coach Jim Hastings looks on duiring a WPIAL Class 5A first-round playoff game against Latrobe on May 14.

Fox Chapel baseball coach hits 100 wins, likes program’s direction

Jim Hastings has always appreciated the support of his coaching staff and the players in his program.

Bethel Park notebook: Boys, girls lacrosse teams enjoy playoff seasons

Both lacrosse teams at Bethel Park advanced to the WPIAL playoffs this season.

Bethel Park senior Clancy Orie (43) competes during the 2024 football season.

Bethel Park’s Orie twins ready to take athletic talents to college level

Clancy Orie is a 6-foot-3, 255-pound senior athlete at Bethel Park.

Bethel Park’s Joey Levis (12) plays against Trinity on April 1, 2025, at Bethel Park.

Strong finish helped Bethel Park baseball capture section title

The Bethel Park baseball team was ready for the postseason.

Plum runner Gabrielle Layne signs with Pitt on May 21<ins>,</ins><ins> 2025,</ins> at Plum. She was joined by Plum track coach Matt Proskin.

Plum sprinter Gabrielle Layne signs with Pitt

Gabrielle Layne stood in the library at Plum High School last Wednesday with a smile on her face from ear to ear.

Plum’s Daniel Macioce scores under Franklin Regional catcher Ryan Catello during their game on April 28 in Murrysville.

After unexpected playoff exit, Plum coach reflects on 18-win season

Last year, the Plum baseball team entered the WPIAL Class 5A playoffs as the No. 5 seed and hoped to make a strong postseason run.

North Hills’s Gamaliel Mogire edges Norwin’s Ryan Schiller in a semifinal heat of the 110 hurdles during the WPIAL Class 3A Track and Field Championships on May 14 at Slippery Rock University.

Norwin notebook: Knights earn trip to state track meet

Norwin’s track and field teams were ready to take a familiar trip across the Pennsylvania Turnpike.

North Allegheny pitcher Sammy Plotsko high-fives teammates after getting a strike-out against Seneca Valley on April 2 at Jackson.

Successful season ends too soon for North Allegheny softball

North Allegheny softball started this season at an amusement park in Florida, and like the rest of the spring, it was a lot of fun but ended too soon.