Sports
A-K Valley high school football players to watch for Week 1
September 10, 2020
Dylan Cook
Albert Gallatin continues to build as independent program
September 9, 2020
Before the Albert Gallatin School District decided to merge the district’s three high schools in 1987, its football teams were competitive.
Butler football ready to test waters in District 10
When Butler Area School Board members voted to leave the WPIAL for District 10 in football, they did it with a plan.
Uniontown ready to right the ship after return to football field
When the Uniontown Area School District voted to cancel football and soccer seasons this fall back on Aug. 4 because of the fear of the coronavirus, football coach Cedric Lloyd accepted the decision.
High school roundup for Sept. 9, 2020: Fox Chapel wins golf showdown
Aidan Oehrle and Zach Paper each fired an even-par 35 to lead Fox Chapel to a 183-189 nonsection win over Sewickley Academy in a battle of defending WPIAL boys golf team champions at Allegheny CC on Wednesday. Sewickley Academy’s Tim Fitzgerald was match medalist with a 3-under 32.
Central Catholic transfer Langston Moses wins appeal, eligible for basketball playoffs
If Central Catholic qualifies for the WPIAL basketball playoffs, junior Langston Moses is eligible to take part this winter, the WPIAL decided Wednesday.
Alle-Kiski Valley girls soccer preview: Burrell back for more
The Burrell girls soccer team made program history last year with an undefeated regular season and its first section title since 2005.
West Mifflin shortstop Lauren Yuhas makes D-1 commitment
Lauren Yuhas led West Mifflin in just about every offensive category in 2019.
Pa. Senate passes bill letting school districts decide who attends sporting events
If House Bill 2787 becomes law, state Rep. Mike Reese plans to watch some high school football games and see his niece play volleyball at Hempfield.
Pennsylvania adds 931 new coronavirus cases, with large number stemming from Centre County
The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 931 new positive coronavirus cases on Wednesday, with a large number stemming from Centre County, the home of Penn State’s main campus.
Westmoreland County reports 7 new coronavirus cases
Westmoreland County added seven new covid-19 cases to its total Wednesday, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Allegheny County reports 68 new coronavirus cases, 9 deaths
Allegheny County on Wednesday added 68 coronavirus cases and nine deaths to its totals.
Led by a staff of former Lancers, Deer Lakes ready to turn the corner
September 8, 2020
Deer Lakes football coach Tim Burk found himself in an interesting situation earlier this year.
Under new leadership, Derry looks to maintain run of success
A change in leadership does not signal a change in style.
Led by talented sophomore, junior classes, East Allegheny set to take next step
During his seven years as the football coach at East Allegheny, Dom Pecora has been trying to create a winning tradition. Over the past four years, he’s done just that.
Young Freeport hopes to make impression in revamped conference
Youth will be served on the Freeport football team as underclassmen will be featured at several key positions.
North Catholic motivated after falling short in WPIAL postseason
The North Catholic football players are motivated by how their 2019 season ended.
Valley to rely on experience, running game
The Valley Vikings lacked experience last season, and it showed early.
High school roundup for Sept. 8, 2020: Oakland Catholic scores tennis win
Isabella Liu-Lopez, Amanda Santora and Abby Santora swept singles competition to lead Oakland Catholic to a 3-2 Section 3-AAA girls tennis victory over Thomas Jefferson on Tuesday.
WPIAL Class A football breakdown: Defending champ Clairton brimming with confidence, talent
Clairton returned to the top of Class A in 2019, and with numerous key starters returning, many feel the Bears are the team to beat in 2020.
