Sports
NFL’s handling of concussions questioned after Tua’s injury
September 30, 2022
The NFL’s handling of concussions has evolved dramatically from the days when players were handed smelling salts on the bench and sent back into the game.
No. 11 Penn State hosts Northwestern trying to stay perfect
STATE COLLEGE — Penn State coach James Franklin realizes it’s a luxury to have so many serviceable players at his disposal this early in the season. Northwestern’s Pat Fitzgerald is impressed by the numbers.
5 things to watch in Week 5 of high school football
In an ultra-competitive Class 5A, Bethel Park, Hempfield and Upper St. Clair are the only WPIAL teams that haven’t lost to a 5A opponent yet this season — a list that keeps getting shorter.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Sept. 29, 2022
September 29, 2022
High schools
High school roundup for Sept. 29, 2022: Shady Side Academy beats Deer Lakes in 1st-place showdown
Drew McKim and Amir Awais scored to lead Shady Side Academy to a 2-1 victory over Deer Lakes in Section 2-2A boys soccer Thursday night.
Franklin Regional boys soccer earns tough victory over Penn-Trafford
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Trib HSSN football players to watch for 2022 Week 5
Here are four WPIAL high school football players to watch in Week 5:
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 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
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 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 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.
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.
A-K Valley football players to watch in 2022 Week 5
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