Football

Central Catholic linebacker Cole Sullivan dives for a fumble against North Allegheny on Sept. 23, 2022, at West Mifflin.
Central Catholic linebacker Cole Sullivan narrows college options to ‘Top 5’
April 30, 2023
Central Catholic already has one junior linebacker committed to a Power 5 school but soon will have another.

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North Allegheny head coach Art Walker celebrates with his team as they beat Central Catholic in the WPIAL 6A Championship game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2022 at Norwin High School.
North Allegheny hosting Western Pa. Football Recruiting Day to connect with college coaches
April 29, 2023
There are dozens of small-college football coaches who recruit Western Pennsylvania, but sometimes a talented WPIAL player can go overlooked in the process.

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The Belle Vernon football team was honored Wednesday at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Complex in Harrisburg.
Belle Vernon football team honored at state Capitol
April 27, 2023
A perk of winning a state championship in Pennsylvania is the recognition that comes with it from the state government.

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Brentwood’s new head football coach, Nick Caponi
Brentwood grad, longtime assistant excited to take reins of football program
April 23, 2023
Nick Caponi has worn an assortment of hats in his coaching career.

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Thomas Jefferson’s Ryan Lawry intercepts a pass to end the game against McKeesport on Oct. 28, 2022.
Thomas Jefferson football’s Ryan Lawry makes impact with hard work, dedication
He may be a bit small in stature, but he was a big-time player for the Thomas Jefferson football team.

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Freeport’s Cassidy Dell sets up a score against York Catholic during the PIAA Class 2A state championship match on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Cumberland Valley.
WPIAL announces 20 winners of James Collins Scholar-Athlete Award
April 19, 2023
The WPIAL saw an increased number of applicants for the James Collins Scholar-Athlete Award this year, and Wednesday announced 20 winners from the 162 nominees.

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South Park promotes longtime assistant to football coach
April 14, 2023
South Park’s new football coach is already very familiar with the program.

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Mark Adams, who spent five seasons as Southmoreland’s head coach, was hired to coach Valley’s football team.
Adams returns to Valley as football team’s new head coach
April 4, 2023
Valley has a new head football coach.

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Armstrong quarterback poses with the Willie Thrower Award alongside George Guido of the awards committee Saturday at Knead Community Cafe in New Kensington. Olsen won the award as the top WPIAL/City League quarterback for the second year in a row.
Armstrong’s Cadin Olsen repeats as Willie Thrower Award winner
March 25, 2023
The great Willie Thrower was said to have the largest hands in football history. The former Ken High football star’s nickname was “Mitts.”

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Bethel Park’s Gavin Moul catches a pass Oct. 7 at Upper St. Clair.
‘Emotional leader’ Gavin Moul caps Bethel Park career with Big 33 appearance
Gavin Moul’s high school football career is not over just yet.

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Armstrong quarterback Cadin Olsen throws against Highlands Friday, Oct. 21, 2022 at Highlands High School.
Armstrong’s Olsen, the 2022 winner, leads candidates for Thrower Award
March 23, 2023
WPIAL passing leader Cadin Olsen led Armstrong football to back-to-back quarterfinal playoff appearances.

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Nick Keefer celebrates a win with his players in 2016 while an assistant coach for Hempfield.
Hempfield hires Nick Keefer as football coach
March 13, 2023
From the time he was a pint-sized ball boy in baggy orange sweats helping his dad, Tim Keefer, a former coach at Oliver, Nick Keefer knew he wanted to be a football coach.

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Westmoreland high school notebook: PIHL Class A final could feature 2 local teams
March 12, 2023
One Westmoreland County team is guaranteed a spot in the PIHL Class A championship. But there could be two.

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Hampton’s Benny Haselrig celebrates with Brock Borgo (22) after his touchdown reception in a 2021 game against Highlands.
Hampton’s Benny Haselrig fulfills Division I dream with decision to walk on at Pitt
March 5, 2023
Hampton senior Benny Haselrig agonized a bit during the recruiting process.

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Beaver cheerleaders lead the Bobcats onto Pat Tarquinio Field before a 2021 game.
Longtime Beaver football coach, WPIAL Hall of Famer Pat Tarquinio dies
February 27, 2023
Longtime Beaver football coach Pat Tarquinio, who was one of the winningest coaches in WPIAL history, has died. Beaver athletic director Alan Alcalde announced his death Monday.

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Pine Richland linebacker Max Heckert runs during preseason drills.
Pine-Richland notebook: Heckert, Kerns picked for Big 33
February 26, 2023
Pine-Richland seniors Max Heckert and Isaiah Kerns will get one last game on the football field together and take part in a prestigious event.

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Former Elizabeth Forward coach Mike Collodi was announced Thursday as Mt. Lebanon’s coach.
Football coach Mike Collodi leaves Elizabeth Forward for Mt. Lebanon
February 24, 2023
A football player’s body language and how he carries himself are important to Mike Collodi, who was thrilled with the reception he received Thursday as Mt. Lebanon’s new coach.

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South Park head coach Marty Rieck talks with his team after practice on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, in South Park.
South Park football coach Marty Rieck resigns after 8 seasons
February 20, 2023
South Park football coach Marty Rieck, who won state titles with the Eagles as both a player and assistant coach, has resigned after eight seasons leading the program.

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Pine-Richland’s Ryan Palmieri eludes Imhotep Charter’s Zahir Mathis during the PIAA Class 5A state championship game on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School.
22 WPIAL football players picked for Big School East-West all-star game
February 18, 2023
Pine-Richland teammates Ryan Palmieri, Jake Beam, John Rottinghaus and Matt Nicely, who won a state title together in December, were among 22 WPIAL football players chosen for the Big School East-West all-star game.

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North Hills ‘workhorse’ to play college ball at Cal (Pa.)
Logan Greer’s hunger has paid off.

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