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2023 HSSN football position-by-position breakdown: Scouting the quarterbacks
August 15, 2023
Starting today, TribLive HSSN will break down the top players at one position per day until Week Zero. Here’s a look at the top quarterbacks for the 2023 season.
Shady Side Academy hopes to ride attacking defense to quick start
Shady Side Academy senior linebacker Grant Dickey knows what it takes for the Bulldogs to get on track. When the defense attacks opponents, they want a relentless flow to the ball that creates chaos.
Valley puts focus on a ‘winning mentality’
At the first meeting new Valley football coach Mark Adams had with his team, the theme of his message was change.
Near-misses have Knoch optimistic for 2nd year in Allegheny 6
Last year, Knoch football had one win, but essentially was one point away from qualifying for the playoffs.
Young Freeport looks to outslug opponents in defense of conference title
Freeport doesn’t have the largest linemen in Class 3A.
Playoff mainstay East Allegheny looking to take another step
Excuse Dom Pecora if he tends to fret at this time of year. Ultra competitive in nature, the East Allegheny football coach sizes up the demands of young players, many craving some proper direction.
Deer Lakes aims to build off playoff berth in Allegheny 6
Deer Lakes finished fourth in the Allegheny 6 Conference last year and earned a berth to the WPIAL playoffs for the first time since 2015.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 15, 2023
High schools
Hempfield senior quarterback takes on leadership role
If there is one player that Hempfield first-year football coach Nick Keefer is relying on this season, it’s senior quarterback/safety Keiran Lippmann.
New offense breeds optimism for Fox Chapel QB Ben DeMotte
Ben DeMotte has found his responsibilities for the Fox Chapel football program to be ever-expanding. The 5-foot-8 senior quarterback is eager to help the program move forward after an 0-10 season last year.
Westmoreland County high school notes: Latrobe’s Ella Bulava out with torn ACL
Ella Bulava, a senior soccer standout at Latrobe and a Maryland commit, will miss the high school season after having surgery for a torn ACL.
Franklin Regional goalkeeper climbs ranks in Olympic Development program
Aris Lamanna has been on a three-month, practically nonstop speed and strength training mission to be the best goalkeeper in the WPIAL, the state and … the country?
With plenty of starters returning, West Mifflin seeking breakout season
He won a state championship years ago at Steel Valley, and he’s been tasked to return West Mifflin’s status to a legitimate playoff contender.
A new beginning for South Park football under 1st-year head coach
A new regime is underway for South Park football this season, but with a similar look.
Seton LaSalle rebuilds roster after winless campaign
Tim Storino is hoping the 2022 season was a valuable learning experience for the Seton LaSalle football team.
Quaker Valley determined to develop a winning mentality
The 2022 season appeared promising in the early going for the Quaker Valley football team.
Young Hopewell team looks to keep rebuilding process going
Hopewell sports made strides in 2023 when the Vikings won a WPIAL title in baseball as an underdog 14th seed and the track and field team also had an impressive season.
Beaver looks to carry over momentum despite major graduation losses
Beaver is coming off a strong season, an eight-win campaign that included a playoff victory over Deer Lakes.
A WPIAL finalist last season, Avonworth again has high expectations
The way Avonworth’s season concluded last year left a sour taste in the Antelopes’ mouths.
