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Freeport’s Sydney Selker has committed to Akron after a coaching change at St. Francis (Pa.).

Freeport softball standout Sydney Selker headed to Akron after recruiting plans change

August 9, 2023

St. Francis’ loss is Akron’s gain.

Peters Township’s Colton Lusk watches his tee shot on Hole 16 during the WPIAL Class 3A boys golf championship on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, at Allegheny Country Club in Sewickley Heights.

2023 WPIAL golf preview: Graduation losses leave boys, girls titles up for grabs

The WPIAL boys and girls golf season opens Thursday. Here is a breakdown of the top teams and players to follow this fall.

Latrobe midfielder Maddy Petruzzi earned all-section honors last season.

Latrobe’s Maddy Petruzzi commits to Valparaiso

Another Latrobe athlete is set to continue her career at college soccer’s highest level.

South Fayette’s Nate Deanes carries past teammates during practice on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, in South Fayette..

With key players back, South Fayette poised for big year

Over the last two seasons, the South Fayette football program has dealt with a lot of roster turnover.

Baldwin head coach Dana Brown, Jr. watches practice on Aug. 2, 2023, in Baldwin.

Baldwin’s new coach Dana Brown seeks out multi-sport athletes

Dana Brown knows the task he and his staff face.

Peters Township’s Ethan Wertman catches a pass on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, in Peters.

Experienced Peters Township ready to challenge for Allegheny Six title

August 8, 2023

There’s one giant benefit when a high school football team has a small senior class — experience for the underclassmen.

Moon’s Josh Bladel smiles during a workout on Aug. 2, 2023, in Moon.

After rebuilding year, Moon ready to take step forward

Heading into last season, the Moon football program was looking to replace a majority of starters who reached the 2021 WPIAL Class 5A championship game.

Heinz Field signage is displayed at Aliquippa’s high school football stadium, "The Pit" in artist renderings. The stadium will be called Heinz Field starting with the 2023 season.

Heinz Field makes comeback at ‘The Pit’ as Kraft Heinz donates $1.3M to Aliquippa School District

Members of the Aliquippa football team played more games at Heinz Field than just about anyone not wearing a Pitt or Steelers uniform over past decade-plus.

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Alekhya Doddapaneni won the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts’ statewide One Water Poster contest.

Pine-Richland student news for the week of Aug. 8, 2023

Eden Hall Upper Elementary School fifth-grader Alekhya Doddapaneni won the Pennsylvania Association of Conservation Districts’ statewide One Water Poster contest. She now advances to the National Association of Conservation Districts competition. Each year, winning posters reflect the association’s annual stewardship theme and highlight the work of conservation districts and their state conservation associations, auxiliaries and agencies to protect and enhance natural resources. The contest starts at the county level; winners advance to the state level, and then to the national level, where they receive recognition at the national annual meeting.

Bethel Park head coach Phil Peckich watches his team work out during practice on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, in Bethel Park.

New head coach vows to maintain standard at Bethel Park

Continuity.

Upper St. Clair head coach Mike Junko smiles during practice in Upper St. Clair last season.

Upper St. Clair has a new cast but same expectations

The Upper St. Clair football program is no stranger to the WPIAL playoffs, holding a 23-year streak of qualifying for the postseason.

Hempfield quarterback Keiran Lippman directs traffic during against Keystone Oaks during 7-on-7 competition July 17 at Mt. Lebanon.

Hempfield hopes to regain buzz under 1st-year head coach

For the first time in years, there was a buzz surrounding the Hempfield football program in 2022.

Central Catholic linebacker Anthony Speca works out with teammates during practice on Monday, Aug. 27 2023, in Oakland.

As football season begins with heat week, Central Catholic starts to lay foundation

August 7, 2023

Central Catholic’s new football coach, Ryan Lehmeier, and his predecessor, Terry Totten, were both on the practice field Monday when the Vikings started heat acclimation.