Sports
Chartiers Valley freshman a rising star in shot put, discus
April 19, 2026
Chartiers Valley freshman Mason Switala thoroughly enjoyed his three days at the Adidas Indoor Track and Field Nationals at Virgina Beach from March 20 to 22.
Chartiers Valley softball looking for luck to swing its way
Coming into the 2026 season, Chartiers Valley softball coach Chris Lloyd set the goal for his team to start 5-0 in section play and try and avoid the same slow start the team had last season when it went 3-3 in its first six games.
Westmoreland high school athletes of the week: Hempfield’s Madison Altman and Franklin Regional’s Sean Cartwright
April 18, 2026
Madison Altman
High school roundup for April 18, 2026: South Fayette girls, Butler boys relays shine at Butler Invitational
Delaney Schumaker swept the hurdles to lead South Fayette to the girls team title and the Golden Tornado dominated the relays to win the boys team race at the Butler Invitational on Saturday.
Trib HSSN WPIAL softball rankings for week ending April 18, 2026
Here are the latest weekly WPIAL softball rankings with only three teams dropping out of the Top 5 from last week. There is also another new No. 1 team in Class 2A for the second straight week.
Trib HSSN WPIAL baseball rankings for week ending April 18, 2026
Here are the latest weekly WPIAL baseball rankings with plenty of changes in the big school classes and minimal moves in the smaller school classifications. There are changes at the top in both Class 6A and 5A.
AK Valley high school athletes of the week: Apollo-Ridge’s Mikaila Ditty, Leechburg’s Dylan Whitlinger
Mikaila Ditty
Pittsburgh Basketball Academy founder Ron McNabb inducted into PBC hall of fame
When Ron “Mack” McNabb received a phone call from Pittsburgh Basketball Club owner and founder John Giammarco in December, he thought the topic of conversation would be about normal basketball operations.
Fox Chapel notebook: Waller wrestling camp scheduled
Fox Chapel Area High School will host Rob Waller’s All-American Wrestling Club & Camp on June 15-19. The event, which will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday to Thursday, is open to wrestlers from all school programs for all age and experience levels.
Despite limited opportunities, Fox Chapel girls lacrosse hitting its stride
Fox Chapel girls lacrosse coach Kellee Cribby wants to see the team strengthen throughout the season like a muscle. The Foxes have been battling serious atrophy due to battles with Mother Nature throughout the season.
Fox Chapel flag football brings creativity in dramatic win
Brandon Rios can hardly be separated from his white binder while patrolling the Fox Chapel flag football team’s sidelines. The coach leading the first-year program likes carrying around a reminder of how things should be designed.
Bethel Park still seeking consistency midway through baseball season
Bethel Park and South Fayette split decisions recently in their two-game series on the diamond.
Norwin lacrosse teams make ‘smooth transition’
When asked what his team’s style will be this season, Norwin boys lacrosse coach Colin Ekis used three words.
Franklin Regional’s Sean Cartwright builds off MVP honor at Wildcat Invitational
It was quite a day for Franklin Regional junior Sean Cartwright at the Lady Spartan/Wildcat Invitational on April 11.
Murrysville Star notebook: Franklin Regional baseball has flair for dramatic
Franklin Regional has a thing for walk-off wins at its home ballpark.
Shady Side Academy relay team setting the pace
The Shady Side Academy girls track team went to the Tri-State Track Coaches Association meet at West Mifflin looking to see how special its 3,200-meter relay team could be.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 17, 2026
April 17, 2026
High schools
High school roundup for April 17, 2026: Neshannock beats Shenango to avenge streak-snapping loss
Winning pitcher Gianna Paglia struck out seven in a complete game and went 3 for 4 with three RBIs to lead Neshannock to a 5-3 victory over Shenango in Section 1-2A softball Friday.
Hempfield gains control of wild softball game, defeats Norwin
Hempfield was tangled up and out of sorts as Norwin pushed back during a first inning that was bonkers.
Central Catholic offensive tackle Jimmy Kalis picks Ohio State
Jimmy Kalis will play his college football at Ohio State.
