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Andrasy, Leechburg pound away at Jeannette, edge Jayhawks in Eastern Conference showdown
September 19, 2025
Measuring Timmy Andrasy’s ability goes well beyond a potential disagreement between PennDOT and the football roster about his height.
North Hills capitalizes on mistakes to roll past Fox Chapel, pick up 1st win
Both North Hills and Fox Chapel came into Friday searching for Class 5A Northeast Conference win No. 1. The Indians were also in search of their first win of the season, and they used three first-half turnovers on the way to a 56-7 victory over the Foxes.
5 things to watch in Week 4 of high school football
The website MaxPreps.com predicted McKeesport would not only win a WPIAL title this year but also add a state championship.
Red-hot Avonworth brings diversified offense into matchup with high-scoring Hopewell
Avonworth’s offense relies on a group effort in more ways than one.
Late East Allegheny touchdown sinks Deer Lakes
With 49 seconds to go, East Allegheny finally got its break against Deer Lakes, and it came on a dump-off pass. Quarterback Cedric Mack Jr. threw a blooper to receiver Ronte Lawrence, who scrambled his way up the left side of the field. Even as he faced contact from three defenders, Lawrence pounded his way in for the game-winning score.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 18, 2025
September 18, 2025
High schools
High school roundup for Sept. 18, 2025: Shaler boys stop Mars in OT
Alex Gaetano scored the winning goal in the second overtime to send Shaler to a 2-1 victory over Mars (6-4-1, 4-1-1) in Section 1-3A boys soccer Thursday night. Alex Martin Adler also scored for the Titans (6-3, 4-2).
Plum swipes another 1-goal victory from Norwin
Plum and Norwin have developed a rivalry since they were joined up in Section 1-4A and have made a habit out of stacking one-goal games against each other in recent seasons.
Shady Side Academy, Belle Vernon tennis stars 3-peat in WPIAL finals
It was not easy, a struggle at times, but Shady Side Academy junior Meriwether McCargo and Belle Vernon senior Gabrielli Dusi became three-time WPIAL girls tennis champions Thursday at North Allegheny.
Trib HSSN don’t miss high school football matchups for 2025 Week 4
Welcome to Week 4 of the 2025 WPIAL football regular season and another Friday night of warm weather at kickoff.
Leukemia survivor Marco Mangieri, 11, serves as inspiration for older siblings, Deer Lakes football team
Marco Mangieri is a healthy 11-year-old fifth-grade student and athlete in Deer Lakes School District.
Westmoreland County high school football notebook: Derry off to a good, gritty start
Smashmouth football is back at Derry, and coach Mike Arone is enjoying every second of it.
Through the years: 10 years ago, undefeated Freeport kept chugging along
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.
Arrival of Stanley Cup champ Tyler Kennedy boosts Sewickley Academy hockey program
Tyler Kennedy adds high value and instant credibility to the Sewickley Academy hockey program.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 17, 2025
September 17, 2025
High schools
What to watch for in high school sports on Sept. 18, 2025: City League action kicks off weekend
Week 4 of the high school football season and the final weekend of games of the summer kicks off with an old City League rivalry renewed on the South Side of Pittsburgh.
Defending champs reach finals of WPIAL girls tennis tournament
For the third straight year, Shady Side Academy’s Meriwether McCargo and Penn-Trafford’s Mia Williams will meet for the WPIAL Class 3A girls tennis singles championship.
High school roundup for Sept. 17, 2025: Moon gets past Montour in tense battle for 1st place
Riley Lafayette scored on a free kick with six minutes left to lift Moon to a 2-1 victory over Montour in a battle for first place in Section 2-3A girls soccer Wednesday night.
Mt. Pleasant uses surgical approach to run past Yough in latest dominating win
Yough wanted to play with aggression and spirit. Mt. Pleasant chose to lean on tactics.
Westmoreland County high school football players to watch for 2025 Week 4
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