Sports

Coaches and captains get together before Franklin Regional took on Penn-Trafford in boys soccer Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022.

Franklin Regional boys soccer earns tough victory over Penn-Trafford

September 29, 2022

Coming off such a thrilling — and emotionally draining — upset victory against No. 1 Plum, Franklin Regional was hoping Penn-Trafford would not be a “trap game” Thursday night.

Burrell’s Miley Kariotis celebrates next to goalkeeper Ali Hughes after defeating Deer Lakes, 1-0, on Sept. 12, 2022, at Burrell High School.

Burrell girls soccer in top form heading into tough stretch of games

The Burrell girls soccer team suffered a 2-0 setback at Section 2-2A rival Knoch on Sept. 9.

Woodland Hills receiver DeVaughn ‘Sonny” McClinton works out during a preseason practice.

Trib HSSN don’t-miss high school football matchups for 2022 Week 5

The second half of the 2022 regular season begins on the final day of September. While there is still a lot of football left, five of the six games below are for at least a share of first place in their respective conferences.

Avonworth’s Luke Hilyard works out during a preseason practice.

Flying solo, Chick’s Picks makes Week 5 WPIAL football predictions

Chick’s Picks relies on her crystal ball to assist in the large majority of her predictions. Though its accuracy has been proven year after year in Chick’s Picks’ exceptional prognosticating record, there are certain times throughout the year when the crystal ball needs a little extra help. This week, with Hurricane Ian looming, happens to be one of those times.

Freeport quarterback Kent Crytzer listens intently to coach Don Earley’s instructions on Sept. 29, 1972. The strategy worked as Crytzer ran for three touchdowns and threw for two others as the Yellowjackets won, 38-0.

Through the Years: Big burst helps Freeport trounce Richland

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.

Aliquippa quarterback Quentin Goode throws during the Willie Thrower quarterbacks camp Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Valley High School.

Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 5

Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 5:

Greensburg Central Catholic head coach Marko Thomas instructs his team during the Larry Sellitto Memorial 7-on-7 passing tournament in July.

Westmoreland County high school football notebook: GCC looks to knock off king Clairton

Pieces of paper with “1998” written on them were plastered all over the Greensburg Central Catholic locker room this week.

Freeport senior Crystal Zembrzuski scored the lone goal in Freeport’s 1-0 victory over Deer Lakes on Sept. 28, 2022, at Deer Lakes’ Lancers Stadium

Freeport tops rival Deer Lakes to complete girls soccer section sweep

In the first meeting between the Deer Lakes and Freeport girls soccer teams at Freeport on Sept. 1, the Lancers led by two goals before the Yellowjackets rallied with three scores to win the game.

High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 28, 2022

High schools

Allderdice’s Cornell Weems battles Westinghouse’s Keyshaun Robinson for a pass last Thursday at Cupples Stadium on the South Side.

What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Sept. 29, 2022: Allderdice looks to clinch playoff spot

Midway through the high school football season, Week 5 kicks off Thursday with City League action from Cupples Stadium.

High school roundup for Sept. 28, 2022: Mt. Lebanon girls soccer maintains top spot in section

September 28, 2022

Melia Peer and Leah Kessler scored to lead Mt. Lebanon to a 2-1 victory over Canon-McMillan in Section 2-4A girls soccer Wednesday.

Springdale’s Brooke Taliani (15) celebrates her game-winning goal with teammates in the final minute of their game against Greensburg Central Catholic on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022, in Springdale.

Springdale girls soccer team trips Greensburg CC after going a player down in final minute

Playing 10-on-11 didn’t sit well with Springdale.

LIV Golf CEO Greg Norman tosses beer to fans on the 18th green during the final round of the LIV Golf Invitational-Boston tournament, Sunday, Sept. 4, 2022, in Bolton, Mass.

LIV Golf denies report of deal to buy TV time on FS1

Saudi-funded LIV Golf denied a report Tuesday that it was close to a U.S. television deal in which it would buy time to be shown on FS1.

North Allegheny’s Tyree Alualu leads the Tigers onto the field before the start of their game against Central Catholic last Friday at West Mifflin.

Trib 10: Big midseason shake-up in power rankings

Several head-to-head matchups between Trib 10 teams in Week 4 has led to sweeping changes as we hit the midway point of the WPIAL football regular season.