Sports
Quaker Valley boys overcome adversity to claim 21st straight playoff berth
February 16, 2025
The postseason is a familiar neighborhood for the Quaker Valley boys basketball team. The Quakers have advanced to the playoffs for 21 consecutive years.
Penn-Trafford notebook: Wrestler Dylan Barrett in hunt for WPIAL title
Penn-Trafford junior wrestler Dylan Barrett is a two-time WPIAL placewinner and PIAA qualifier.
Penn-Trafford hockey looking for strong finish
After Hempfield spoiled the Penn-Trafford hockey team’s senior night Feb. 3, the Warriors needed a bounce back game, especially with the start of the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Hockey League Penguins Cup playoffs starting in a few weeks.
Redeemer Lutheran basketball teams savor playoff experience
The Redeemer Lutheran girls basketball team is conditioned to play all 32 minutes if necessary. But the Rams are happy the program has grown enough so they can all get a rest.
1st-year Penn Hills diver qualifies for WPIAL meet
Mikael Epperson had to retrain his thought process if he was going to become an effective diver for the Penn Hills swim team. The Indians sophomore chose to come out for swimming for the first time this year after previously competing in track and field.
Gateway swimmers prepare for WPIAL championship meet
Gateway swimming and diving coach Glenn Raymer took a step back last Wednesday at the start of his team’s afternoon practice and marveled at how fast the season has gone from the start of preseason workouts in late November.
Kiski Area’s Ava Golding 1 of 5 to win 2nd WPIAL girls wrestling titles
February 15, 2025
Kiski Area junior Ava Golding knew she’d be in for a battle in the 136-pound final against Connellsville senior Janayah Nobles.
Westmoreland H.S. athletes of the week: Mt. Pleasant’s Olivia Kovach and Jeannette’s Markus McGowan
The Westmoreland County Athletes of the Week is presented by Smail Kia. Look for the tags and look for the savings at Smail Kia in Greensburg.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Feb. 15, 2025
High schools
High school roundup for Feb. 15, 2025: Derry crowns WPIAL-best 5 champs at section tournament
Derry and Burrell led the way at the WPIAL Class 2A Eastern Sectional tournament Saturday at Greensburg Salem.
Westmoreland WPIAL basketball playoff capsules: Games for Feb. 17, 2025
WPIAL basketball playoffs
Westmoreland high school notebook: Big 5/6 dotted with county players
The Big 5/6 Conference, which recognizes accomplishments of the two largest classifications in the WPIAL, announced its all-section basketball teams.
A-K Valley WPIAL basketball playoff capsules: Games for Feb. 17, 2025
WPIAL basketball playoffs
A-K Valley athletes of the week: Plum’s Addison Then, Springdale’s Patrick Wylly
Addison Then
Elizabeth Forward holds off pesky Highlands to end playoff drought
Elizabeth Forward coach Nolan Larry couldn’t have asked for a better birthday or Valentine’s Day gift from his team Friday.
Hampton boys rebound from slow start to earn 21st straight playoff berth
The Hampton boys basketball team is sticking to its New Year’s resolution.
Pieces in place for Shady Side Academy girls as postseason run begins
The Shady Side Academy girls basketball team is in a strong position to defend its WPIAL Class 3A crown. The Bulldogs turned in an impressive regular season, compiling a 22-0 record with an average margin of victory of 31.6 points per game.
Fox Chapel Herald notebook: Fox Chapel boys earn 4th seed
The Fox Chapel boys basketball team was deemed one of the top four teams in the Class 6A field ahead of the WPIAL playoffs.
Confidence soaring as Fox Chapel hockey blazes into February
For Fox Chapel hockey coach Ryan Loebig, January is an important month in the season.
Confidence grows for Fox Chapel girls wrestlers in program’s 2nd season
The Fox Chapel girls wrestling team has spent less time focusing on learning the basics. In the Foxes’ second full season as a varsity wrestling program, Fox Chapel felt much more prepared for the second WPIAL wrestling championships.
