Sports
North Allegheny’s dominant 2012 championship team goes down in WPIAL history
January 25, 2025
During North Allegheny’s undefeated run to the 2012 PIAA Class 4A football championship, the players often visited a local pizzeria the day after games.
Franklin Regional wrestling team crosses off one of its goals with section title
One of the Franklin Regional wrestling team’s goals was met Jan. 22 when the Panthers defeated Norwin to claim the Section 9-3A title.
Herald notebook: Fox Chapel girls wrestling tops Kiski Area
The Fox Chapel girls wrestling team earned a 33-29 victory over Kiski Area on Jan. 22.
Fox Chapel wrestling’s trademark balance on display at Allegheny County meet
Fox Chapel wrestling coach Michael Frank was proud of how balanced the Foxes’ lineup proved to be at the Allegheny County Championships. The Foxes finished third in the team standings despite not having a wrestler reach the finals.
Fox Chapel girls roster lacks height but isn’t short on talent
Fox Chapel girls basketball coach Marty Matvey went to great lengths to make sure he didn’t miss out on any potential post players for his roster. For one year, Matvey coached seventh grade girls volleyball in the district.
Elite 18 club volleyball team dominates field in season-opening tournament
The Pittsburgh Elite 18 girls volleyball team started off its club season impressively.
Pierce Reinhart claims 121-pound title, helps Bethel Park to runner-up finish at Allegheny County tournament
It’s been a banner season for the Bethel Park wrestling team in 2024-25.
Penn-Trafford hockey team working toward strong finish to season
It was a good time for the Penn-Trafford hockey team to take a break.
Penn Hills wrestling team knows next step in program’s rebuilding efforts
Penn Hills wrestling coach Jeremy Packer has gradually worked on building the depth of the program over the last few seasons. The Indians returned to team competition this season after opting out of the WPIAL schedule the past few seasons.
Penn Hills soccer carries on tradition of winter indoor tournament
Kevin Truman wanted to maintain the traditions of the Penn Hills boys soccer program, much like his predecessor Ryan Hankey did. For the past 31 years, the Indians have hosted an indoor soccer tournament in the winter to raise money for the program.
Back from injury, Plum’s Saphia Davis shines at Mid-Winter Mayhem tournament
Saphia Davis wrestled just two matches in December before being forced off the mat because of injury.
Plum trio reaches medals podium at Allegheny County tournament
Each year at the Allegheny County wrestling tournament, one can find Plum wrestlers contending for championships and podium finishes.
Norwin girls pop right back up after rare losing streak
A losing streak can teach a team a lot about itself, especially a team that isn’t used to losing.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 24, 2025
High schools
Zach Pollaro’s buzzer-beater in overtime lifts North Hills over No. 2 Seneca Valley
Zach Pollaro practices bank shots from spots all around North Hills’ gym, so bouncing in a 3-pointer off the glass might feel almost routine at times.
High school roundup for Jan. 24, 2025: Avonworth’s Rowan Carmichael hits 2,000 points on night of milestones
Rowan Carmichael became the 38th WPIAL boys basketball to reach 2,000 points for his career, scoring 36 to lead Avonworth to an 85-71 victory over Hopewell (6-10, 1-5) in Section 2-4A on Friday night. Noah Goetz added 25 points for the Antelopes (13-2, 6-0).
Zion Moore leads Belle Vernon past Derry, running winning streak to 7
January 24, 2025
Late in the first half, Zion Moore saw two toddlers wander onto the court and waddle his way.
Deer Lakes dials up long-distance offense in win over rival Burrell
As if Deer Lakes needed another 3-point shot Friday night in its 71-49 Section 1-4A boys basketball victory at Burrell.
Kiski Area boys hold off Hampton in revenge game, remain tied for 1st in section
The Kiski Area boys basketball team had payback on its mind Friday night from a six-point loss to Section 2-5A rival Hampton on Dec. 20.
Quick start helps Gateway boys hold off Franklin Regional in section tilt
How big is finishing a quarter strong in high school basketball?
