Tag: Burrell
The Birdie speaks frankly, makes Week 2 picks in A-K Valley
September 3, 2025
Last week: 10-2
The Birdie sizes up Westmoreland County stadiums, makes Week 2 picks
Last week: 9-3
Shady Side Academy steps on gas, beats Burrell
August 29, 2025
Javon Johnston made waves this summer by winning the triple jump in the freshman division at the New Balance Outdoor Nationals. The Shady Side Academy sophomore quarterback is quickly adding items on the gridiron for what will be a diverse athletic resume.
Through the Years: Nothing could slow Valley running back vs. Burrell in 2000
August 28, 2025
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.
A-K Valley high school football matchups for 2025 Week 1
August 27, 2025
Here’s a look at the don’t-miss matchups for Week 1 in the A-K Valley:
It’s the perfect time for The Birdie to make his Week 1 picks in the A-K Valley
The Birdie walked into the office Monday morning sporting the smuggiest smug smile that ever was smugged.
A-K Valley girls volleyball preview: St. Joseph confident of another deep playoff run
August 24, 2025
It was an all-Alle-Kiski Valley final at the Deer Lakes volleyball tournament Saturday as St. Joseph, for the second year in a row, topped the host Lancers for the championship.
A-K Valley high school football notebook: Mixed results for new coaches in season debuts
August 23, 2025
Three head coaches made their debuts with new teams Friday, and two of them went head-to-head in a Week Zero nonconference clash.
A-K Valley boys soccer preview: Deer Lakes, Plum, Fox Chapel among teams to watch
August 21, 2025
Over the last seven years, the Deer Lakes boys soccer program has found a way to insert itself into the WPIAL championship conversation on an annual basis.
Through the Years: 40 years ago, Plum rewarded new coach with season-opening win
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.
