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Kiski Area fends off Armstrong upset bid

October 25, 2019

With playoff positioning on the line and their workhorse running back injured, the Kiski Area Cavaliers masterfully staged a late, 10-play drive that ate up nearly five minutes of the clock.

Penn-Trafford’s Brad Ford carries for some yardage as Franklin Regional’s Justin Johns (1) runs for a tackle during WPIAL football on Friday, Oct. 25, 2019 at Franklin Regional High School.

Penn-Trafford earns Class 5A Big East title with win against Franklin Regional

Penn-Trafford football coach John Ruane said his team would have to earn every yard against physical Franklin Regional.

Belle Vernon’s Larry Callaway runs the ball past Ringgold defenders Friday, Oct. 26, 2019.

Belle Vernon offense overpowers Ringgold

Belle Vernon had no problems running through rival Ringgold in the regular-season finale for both teams Friday night at James Weir Stadium.

Central Valley’s Jaylen Guy (2) celebrates his second quarter touchdown with Matt Merritt during their game against Aliquippa Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, at The Pit in Aliquippa.

WPIAL football playoff field set with final clinchings

Here’s a look at the teams that have qualified for the WPIAL football playoffs. The playoffs begin next Friday, and pairings will announced Monday night.

Behind Tillman’s 4 TDs, Central Catholic beats Mt. Lebanon, moves into 1st-place tie in Class 6A

Central Catholic’s gameplan usually features a stifling defense and a strong running game with Eddy Tillman dominating behind a powerful offensive line.

Bethel Park turns back 2-point conversion to hold off Upper St. Clair

Bethel Park limited Upper St. Clair’s potent offense for the better part of their WPIAL Class 5A Allegheny 8 Conference showdown Friday, so it was only fitting the Black Hawks edged the Panthers, 14-13, after stopping a late 2-point conversion attempt.

Pine Richland’s Eli Jochem scored three touchdowns against North Allegheny.

Pine-Richland defeats rival North Allegheny, creates 3-way tie for conference title

Pine-Richland quarterback Cole Spencer scanned across North Allegheny’s defense, spotted a safety out of position and turned that mistake into a 79-yard touchdown pass.

Mt. Pleasant’s Donavin Bair (25) runs against Uniontown on Oct. 25, 2019, at Uniontown.

Mt. Pleasant routs Uniontown, earns playoff berth

Mt. Pleasant qualified for the WPIAL Class AAA playoffs with a 35-8 win at Uniontown on Friday night, getting a bit of help from a few other Big East Conference teams along the way.

Thomas Jefferson’s James Martinis celebrates his touchdown Friday, Oct. 25, 2019, against West Mifflin.

Thomas Jefferson defense dominates West Mifflin

The Thomas Jefferson defense was practically impenetrable Friday in a 53-0 victory over rival West Mifflin on senior night.

Seniors on the Greensburg Salem football team celebrate the program’s 699th victory after defeating Indiana on Oct. 25, 2019 at Offutt Field.

Greensburg Salem QB Trent Patrick torches Indiana

Greensburg Salem quarterback Trent Patrick had a senior night to remember, accounting for six touchdowns and leading the Golden Lions to a 48-7 win over Indiana and a third-place finish in the Class 4A Big 8 Conference.

Fox Chapel’s Charlotte James returns a volley during her WPIAL Class AAA championship match against Baldwin’s Bethany Yauch Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019, at Shady Side Academy.

PIAA girls tennis roundup: Fox Chapel, Knoch, Sewickley Academy advance to semifinals

The Fox Chapel girls tennis team remained alive for a PIAA championship Friday with a 3-2 victory over District 1 champion Unionville at Hershey Racquet Club.

Franklin Regional’s Connor Hudson (left) celebrates his goal with Anthony DiFalco during their WPIAL Class 3A first-round playoff game against Laurel Highlands. Franklin Regional plays Blackhawk in the WPIAL semifinals on Saturday.
Franklin Regional’s Connor Hudson (left) celebrates his goal with Anthony DiFalco during their WPIAL Class 3A first-round playoff game against Laurel Highlands. Franklin Regional plays Blackhawk in the WPIAL semifinals on Saturday.

Westmoreland boys soccer playoff capsules for Saturday, Oct. 26

Saturday’s games

Franklin Regional’s Nolan Scholze (28) celebrates his goal with Luke Kimmich during their WPIAL Class 3A first round playoff game against Laurel Highlands Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019, at Franklin Regional High School.

Nearly flawless defense keys Franklin Regional boys soccer playoff run

Franklin Regional puts a premium on goals.

Deer Lakes’ Colton Spence battles North Catholic’s Brendan Shantz for the ball during their WPIAL Class 2A quarterfinal Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019, at Seneca Valley High School.

A-K Valley boys soccer playoff capsules for Saturday, Oct. 26

Saturday’s games

Pine-Richland boys golfer Donnie Professori finished 10th at the PIAA championships Oct. 22, 2019, in York.

Pine-Richland’s Donnie Professori caps successful season with state medal

Last year, Pine-Richland boys golfer Donnie Professori fell just short of participating in the PIAA Class AAA boys golf tournament as his 15th-place finish at the WPIAL title event allowed him to qualify only as an alternate.