Tag: Shady Side Academy

Southmoreland’s Olivia Cernuto heads the ball against Mt. Pleasant on Oct. 12. Cernuto had a goal and an assist Thursday night to lead the Scotties past Shady Side Academy in the WPIAL Class 2A third-place match.

Southmoreland girls rally late to win, advance to PIAA soccer tournament

November 4, 2021

The thought of playing in the PIAA playoffs motivated Southmoreland. The program, after all, hadn’t been to the state tournament since 2009.

Southmoreland’s Olivia Cernuto celebrates her goal next to Mt. Pleasant’s Hannah Gesinky during their game on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, in Alverton. Southmoreland won, 2-0.

Westmoreland girls soccer playoff capsule for Nov. 4, 2021

November 3, 2021

Today’s game

Peters Twp.’s Jillian Marvin works against Moon’s Madison Felton during their game on Monday, Oct. 4, 2021, at Moon Area High School.

What to watch for in WPIAL sports for Nov. 1, 2021: Soccer semifinals get underway

October 31, 2021

The day after Halloween is one several district soccer teams hope is filled with golden treats instead of sour tastes.

Shady Side Academy field hockey players celebrate after defeating Aquinas Academy in the WPIAL Class A final Oct. 30, 2021, at Washington & Jefferson.

Shady Side Academy captures 4th straight WPIAL field hockey title

October 30, 2021

Betsy Gorse returned to Shady Side Academy for her second stint as head coach four seasons ago, and the move turned out in the best way for both her and the school, as the Bulldogs won their fourth consecutive WPIAL Class A championship Saturday by defeating Aquinas Academy, 1-0, at Washington & Jefferson’s Cameron Stadium.

Franklin Regional’s Anthony DiFalco celebrates with Billy Christafano and Dylan Tomb (22) after Christafano scored against Kiski Area during their WPIAL Class 3A quarterfinal on Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021, at Franklin Regional High School.

14 WPIAL boys soccer players earn all-state recognition

October 29, 2021

Fourteen WPIAL players were announced Friday as Pennsylvania Soccer Coaches Association all-state selections.

Laurel Highlands quarterback Rodney Gallagher rolls out to pass during a game against Belle Vernon on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, at James Weir Stadium in Rostraver.

5 things we learned in Week 8: Laurel Highlands’ Rodney Gallagher delivers again in must-win game

October 24, 2021

Laurel Highlands’ Rodney Gallagher has delivered many times before in must-win situations, but those often had him holding a basketball in his hands.

Shady Side Academy players celebrate a goal by Drew McKim (second from right) during a game against
Deer Lakes on Oct. 13.

Fox Chapel, Shady Side Academy soccer teams add to playoff legacy

October 23, 2021

High schools from the Lower Valley continue to experience soccer success.

Ligonier Valley players take the field for their game against Shady Side Academy on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021.

Ligonier Valley pulls out thrilling win vs. Shady Side Academy

October 22, 2021

Ligonier Valley coach Roger Beitel joked he will need to visit his cardiologist after watching the last 24 seconds of Friday’s game against Shady Side Academy.