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Deer Lakes aims to build off playoff berth in Allegheny 6
August 15, 2023
Deer Lakes finished fourth in the Allegheny 6 Conference last year and earned a berth to the WPIAL playoffs for the first time since 2015.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 15, 2023
High schools
Hempfield senior quarterback takes on leadership role
If there is one player that Hempfield first-year football coach Nick Keefer is relying on this season, it’s senior quarterback/safety Keiran Lippmann.
New offense breeds optimism for Fox Chapel QB Ben DeMotte
Ben DeMotte has found his responsibilities for the Fox Chapel football program to be ever-expanding. The 5-foot-8 senior quarterback is eager to help the program move forward after an 0-10 season last year.
Westmoreland County high school notes: Latrobe’s Ella Bulava out with torn ACL
Ella Bulava, a senior soccer standout at Latrobe and a Maryland commit, will miss the high school season after having surgery for a torn ACL.
Franklin Regional goalkeeper climbs ranks in Olympic Development program
Aris Lamanna has been on a three-month, practically nonstop speed and strength training mission to be the best goalkeeper in the WPIAL, the state and … the country?
With plenty of starters returning, West Mifflin seeking breakout season
He won a state championship years ago at Steel Valley, and he’s been tasked to return West Mifflin’s status to a legitimate playoff contender.
A new beginning for South Park football under 1st-year head coach
A new regime is underway for South Park football this season, but with a similar look.
Seton LaSalle rebuilds roster after winless campaign
Tim Storino is hoping the 2022 season was a valuable learning experience for the Seton LaSalle football team.
Quaker Valley determined to develop a winning mentality
The 2022 season appeared promising in the early going for the Quaker Valley football team.
Young Hopewell team looks to keep rebuilding process going
Hopewell sports made strides in 2023 when the Vikings won a WPIAL title in baseball as an underdog 14th seed and the track and field team also had an impressive season.
Beaver looks to carry over momentum despite major graduation losses
Beaver is coming off a strong season, an eight-win campaign that included a playoff victory over Deer Lakes.
A WPIAL finalist last season, Avonworth again has high expectations
The way Avonworth’s season concluded last year left a sour taste in the Antelopes’ mouths.
Alle-Kiski high school football teams begin march toward playoffs
August 14, 2023
Rocco Cecere felt a ton of positive energy in the minutes and hours leading up to the Riverview football team’s first two-a-day practice Monday at Riverside Park in Oakmont.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 14, 2023
High schools
Seniors Cochran, Love lead Deer Lakes receiving corps
Ryan Cochran caught 31 passes last year in a Deer Lakes uniform.
Westmoreland football coaches pleased with Day 1 work
Uneventful but productive is how four high school football coaches described the state of football practice Monday.
Greensburg Salem’s Julian Stevens mixes personality with athletic ability to lead Golden Lions
A mauler with a mean streak, Julian Stevens has a reputation that precedes him.
With nearly entire roster turned over, Laurel still expects to compete
When a Class A program loses just about its entire group of starters from a previous season, there could be legitimate reason for worry. But Brian Cooper is far from hitting the panic button.
Trinity hoping to take a step forward with experienced roster
August 13, 2023
The positivity resonates throughout Dan Knause’s lingo:
