Sports
North Allegheny tops Central Catholic in low-scoring defensive battle
September 23, 2022
North Allegheny’s Campbell Melzer was upset with himself after missing a tackle on a fourth-quarter hitch route that put Central Catholic in scoring position for a late touchdown.
Riverview rallies from early deficit against Frazier
After Frazier mounted an impressive 86-yard scoring drive in the first quarter, Riverview responded by controlling the time of possession, running the football at will and scoring the final three touchdowns in an 18-6 road victory Friday night in a Class A Eastern Conference matchup.
5 things to watch in Week 4 of high school football
It wasn’t too long ago that West Allegheny was the team to beat in the Parkway Conference, back before the Indians made the jump to 5A.
Westinghouse cements itself as City League favorite with 38-7 win over Allderdice
Keyshawn Morsillo threw three touchdowns Thursday night and helped Westinghouse solidified itself as the team to beat in the City League with a 38-7 victory over Allderdice at Cupples Stadium.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 22, 2022
High schools
High school roundup for Sept. 22, 2022: Bethel Park boys knock off Thomas Jefferson
September 22, 2022
Adam Thompson, Cody Hendrych-Bohndra and Forrest Shaw scored as Bethel Park (7-3, 6-2) won 3-1 to hand Thomas Jefferson (9-2, 7-1) its first loss in Section 3-3A boys soccer play Thursday. Jake Shoemaker scored for TJ.
Greensburg Salem boys soccer team trounces Jeannette
Maybe it was the energy from Senior Night or the realization this year is far from over, but Greensburg Salem decided to play its best soccer game of the season.
Highlands continues unexpected search for girls basketball coach
The hiring process to find a new girls basketball coach at Highlands is in its second week after Jason Kerr suddenly stepped down from the position after one year.
Chartiers Valley runners set sights on qualifying for PIAA meet
The Chartiers Valley boys and girls cross country teams are not shy about their goals this fall.
Central Catholic, North Allegheny battle for edge in WPIAL’s unpredictable Class 6A
After watching the first few weeks, Central Catholic coach Terry Totten suggests a new plan for finding the best team in 6A.
Trib HSSN don’t-miss high school football matchups for 2022 Week 4
Following two straight weeks of ultra-competitive games, the opening weekend of conference play landed some big-time eyebrow raisers as the Trib HSSN top-ranked teams in Class 6A, 5A and 3A all lost.
Penn-Trafford freshman Mia Williams, South Park senior Nicole Kempton capture WPIAL tennis titles
Penn-Trafford freshman Mia Williams and South Park senior Nicole Kempton did something Thursday that had never been done at their school: win a WPIAL girls tennis title.
Through the Years: West Deer opened new stadium with loss to Mars
Each week throughout the high school football season, the Valley News Dispatch will take a look at the players, coaches and events that shaped our scholastic legacy.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 4
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 4:
As buzz builds, undefeated Hempfield football team stays grounded
The first 4-0 start in 51 years has made Hempfield football the talk of tailgates and round tables.
Westmoreland County high school football notebook: First-year QBs finding rhythm
First-year quarterbacks have embraced their role behind center and, as a result, some teams have not missed a beat offensively through a few weeks of the WPIAL season.
Back from the shore, Chick’s Picks has some sure-fire Week 4 winners
Chick’s Picks and her trusty crystal ball made their annual trip to the beach this week. Preparing for a full day of fun in the sun, Chick’s Picks lathered up the crystal ball with plenty of sunscreen as the adventure began.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Sept. 22, 2022: City League football championship rematch
September 21, 2022
Week 4 of the high school football season begins with a possible preview of the District 8 championship game later this fall.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 21, 2022
High schools
Top seeds reach finals at WPIAL girls tennis singles championships
Penn-Trafford freshman Mia Williams cruised through two matches as the top seed and will play for the WPIAL Class 3A girls tennis championship at 1 p.m. Thursday at Bethel Park.
