Sports
Burrell girls ride defense to 2nd win over Highlands
January 16, 2025
Forward Jules Fisher knew what the blueprint needed to be for the Burrell girls basketball team to beat Highlands on Thursday night in a Section 1-4A battle at home. The Buccaneers planned to make life difficult for the Golden Rams offense.
Father-son coaching combination guides Kiski Area boys to top of section
When he patrols the sideline during game days, Kiski Area boys basketball coach Corey Smith hears voices.
Westmoreland boys basketball notes: Jeannette, GCC change rankings after 1st section meeting
Jeannette boys basketball coach Adrian Batts and his counterpart at Greensburg Central Catholic, Christian Hyland, tried to think big picture after their first Section 1-2A matchup of the season.
End nears for Latrobe’s Butler basketball dynasty
When Latrobe assistant basketball coach Eric Butler greets opposing coaches before games or talks to them in postgame handshake lines, he hears a similar refrain.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 15, 2025
High schools
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Jan. 16, 2025: Girls basketball powers to square off
We are at the midway point of the regular season with the second half of section play tipping off for many WPIAL girls basketball teams Thursday.
High school roundup for Jan. 15, 2025: Penn-Trafford girls stay unbeaten
January 15, 2025
Lauren Marton had a double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds to lead undefeated Penn-Trafford to a 54-36 victory over Hempfield in nonsection girls basketball Wednesday.
Franklin Regional wrestling downs short-handed Penn-Trafford, sets up showdown with Norwin
The wrestling showdown for seeding in the WPIAL team tournament and the Section 9-3A title is set after No. 2 Franklin Regional took care of business Wednesday.
Trib 10: Top teams in power rankings proving tough to beat
Like the weather, the Trib 10 girls basketball rankings were nearly frozen in time.
Trib HSSN Pennsylvania high school girls basketball rankings for Jan. 15, 2025
There were big changes in the highest classification this week in the Trib HSSN girls basketball state rankings, but just minor tweaks to the other five classifications.
Trib HSSN Pennsylvania high school boys basketball rankings for Jan. 15, 2025
As we hit the midway point of January, a cold chill along with some changes in the Trib HSSN boys basketball rankings are in the air.
St. Joseph girls team works together in stacking wins
In Monday’s 70-36 Section 1-A victory over Springdale, St. Joseph girls basketball players made 29 field goals.
Jayla Peterson offers scoring punch to talented Greensburg Central Catholic backcourt
Erica Gribble is used to getting compliments on her game.
Westmoreland County girls basketball notebook: Norwin rebounds from 3-game skid
A losing streak can teach a team a lot about itself, especially a team that isn’t used to losing.
Thomas Jefferson’s Bode Marlow seeking 4th Allegheny County wrestling title
Thomas Jefferson senior Bode Marlow is on a mission.
NFL greats Russ Grimm, Ty Law, Olympian Spencer Lee headline 2025 WPIAL Hall of Fame class
It’s no surprise that Southmoreland’s Russ Grimm was a good high school football player, but the position he played might astound some.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Jan. 14, 2025
High schools
Montour takes Moon’s best shot in OT thriller
As a top-ranked team with lofty expectations, the stretch run this winter will be anything but dull, Montour coach Bill Minear told his players.
High school roundup for Jan. 15, 2024: Kiski Area boys knock off Penn Hills in clash for 1st place
Carson Heinle scored 21 points, and Jacob Musselman added 20 to lead Kiski Area to a 68-53 win over Penn Hills in a battle of the top two teams in Section 2-5A boys basketball Tuesday night.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Jan. 15, 2024: Section races heat up on mats
January 14, 2025
Mats throughout the district will be out with midweek high school wrestling duals, the second-to-last section meets of the 2025 season.
