Football

Plum running back Nicholas Odom works out during practice Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023, at Plum.
Plum carries experienced roster into 2nd season in Class 5A Big East Conference
August 9, 2023
Plum had one of the youngest teams in Class 5A last season with only a handful of seniors, but showed plenty of promise.

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Gateway quarterback Brad Birch takes a snap during practice on Monday, Aug. 27 2023, in Monroeville.
With new big-play offense, Gateway looks to return to playoff win column
Most visitors return from Florida with theme park souvenirs, a suntan and maybe some oranges, but Gateway coach Don Holl brought home a new offense.

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Baldwin head coach Dana Brown, Jr. watches practice on Aug. 2, 2023, in Baldwin.
Baldwin’s new coach Dana Brown seeks out multi-sport athletes
Dana Brown knows the task he and his staff face.

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Moon’s Josh Bladel smiles during a workout on Aug. 2, 2023, in Moon.
After rebuilding year, Moon ready to take step forward
August 8, 2023
Heading into last season, the Moon football program was looking to replace a majority of starters who reached the 2021 WPIAL Class 5A championship game.

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Seneca Valley head coach Ron Butschle works with his team during practice in Jackson.
After being left out last season, Seneca Valley aims to return to Class 6A playoffs
August 7, 2023
Editor’s note: Starting today, Trib HSSN will preview one WPIAL conference per day until the start of high school football season Aug. 25.

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Blackhawk head coach Zack Hayward watches practice on Monday, Aug. 31, 2020, in Chippewa.
Blackhawk preparing to change football coaches days before camp starts
Add one more name to the list of schools with new head football coaches.

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Westinghouse cornerback Kyshawn Robinson (2) defends a pass against Allderdice last season at Cupples Stadium.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Westinghouse’s Kyshawn Robinson
August 5, 2023
Westinghouse reached the state finals last fall with a senior-heavy lineup, so the Bulldogs are destined for a down year, right?

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                                Franklin Regional coach Lance Getsy instructs players during the 2021 Westmoreland County Coaches Association Larry Sellitto Memorial Passing Tournament at Latrobe.
After productive summer, Franklin Regional itching to put on pads
Third-year Franklin Regional football coach Lance Getsy was in a walking boot at the Westmoreland County Coaches Association Larry Sellitto Memorial Passing Tournament at Latrobe.

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Woodland Hills sophomore Scoop Smith
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Woodland Hills’ Scoop Smith
August 4, 2023
Woodland Hills sophomore phenom Scoop Smith has great expectations entering Week Zero.

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Central Catholic’s Anthony Speca at practice last season.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Central Catholic’s Anthony Speca
August 3, 2023
The Harry Truman quote is on his cell phone screen for quick reference.

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Central Catholic linebacker Cole Sullivan dives for a fumble against North Allegheny on Sept. 23, 2022, at West Mifflin.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Central Catholic’s Cole Sullivan
August 2, 2023
Cole Sullivan received several dozen Division I offers during the college recruiting process.

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Pine-Richland lineman Ryan Cory works out during practice last season.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Pine-Richland’s Ryan Cory
August 1, 2023
Pine-Richland football coach Jon LeDonne describes Ryan Cory as an old-school type of player.

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North Catholic defensive end Brady O’Hara looks around while squatting in formation during practice at North Catholic High School on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2022.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: North Catholic’s Brady O’Hara
July 30, 2023
Being tall isn’t a new experience for North Catholic’s Brady O’Hara.

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Aliquippa’s Cameron Lindsey scores past Bishop McDevitt’s Ty Kephart during the PIAA Class 4A state championship game on Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Aliquippa’s Cameron Lindsey
July 29, 2023
Cameron Lindsey is looking to make another championship run in his final season at Aliquippa.

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Norwin wide receiver/defensive back Jackson Pons had 22 receptions for 348 yards and four touchdowns in 2022.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: Norwin’s Jackson Pons
July 28, 2023
When his team was flagged for a hold last week during the championship of the Westmoreland County Coaches Association Larry Sellitto Memorial 7-on-7 Passing Tournament at Latrobe, Norwin’s Jackson Pons showed his frustration.

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Monessen powderpuff game to benefit families of Altomore, Madzey
July 25, 2023
Monessen’s senior class is looking to give back while remembering a friend and helping another.

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North Allegheny’s Khiryn Boyd celebrates after intercepting a pass against Central Catholic on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at West Mifflin High School.
2023 Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star Team: North Allegheny’s Khiryn Boyd
July 24, 2023
For all of his individual and team achievements as a junior last fall, Khiryn Boyd has stayed humble.

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                                Western Michigan quarterback Jack Salopek throws against Michigan State last season.
Confidence at an all-time high for Norwin grad Jack Salopek at Western Michigan
July 22, 2023
Quarterback Jack Salopek has never been a rah-rah screamer — in the huddle, at practice or otherwise.

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Martorelli Stadium
North Hills lineman works to end program’s playoff drought
Jake Messina knows a thing or two about building.

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Latrobe’s Ben Stratton beats Norwin’s Zach Pawlings for the final score Thursday during the WCCA Larry Sellitto Memorial 7-on-7 Passing Tournament.
Latrobe wins WCCA 7-on-7 tourney for 2nd time in row
July 20, 2023
As John Wetzel walked off the field Thursday, he made it clear to his teammates he was far from tired.

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