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Steel Valley’s Donald Barksdale returns an interception during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, in Munhall.

Class 2A contender Steel Valley building around Donald Barksdale

August 16, 2024

Editor’s note: Trib HSSN will publish team-by-team previews for one conference per day until the start of the high school football season Aug. 23.

North Catholic’s Brady O’Hara pulls in a catch between Highlands’ MenageLucas and Montrell Johnson last season.

2024 HSSN football position-by-position breakdown: Scouting the tight ends

TribLive HSSN will break down the top players at one position per day until Week Zero. Here is a look at the top tight ends for the 2024 season.

South Park’s Eric Doerue takes a hand-off during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, in South Park.

South Park to ride running game against new opponents in Class 2A

Every football team, no matter what level, counts on the strength of the team to be the focal point.

South Allegheny quarterback Ryan Cortes throws a pass against Belle Vernon last season.

South Allegheny looks to make impact in Class 2A with veteran lineup

Brian Hanson enters his second season at South Allegheny, eager to see improvement.

Shady Side Academy’s Darrin Haynes works out during practice on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024, in Fox Chapel.

Shady Side Academy looks to learn from losses, thrive in Class 2A

Shady Side Academy coach Chuck DiNardo would like to see the Bulldogs learn from the adversity they faced last season.

High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 15, 2024

August 15, 2024

High schools

Aliquippa coach Vashawn Patrick talks with his team after practice on Aug. 9.

Countdown to Kickoff: 17 schools welcome new football coaches this season

They are new faces in new places supplying new hopes and golden dreams.

Jahmar Wright returns at safety for Highlands.

Highlands’ veteran defensive backfield looks to create ‘No Fly Zone’ over Natrona Heights

Highlands’ move into the Class 3A Allegheny 7 Conference brought about some exciting rivalry matchups with nearby A-K Valley foes such as Burrell, Deer Lakes, Freeport and Valley.

Elizabeth Forward’s Mya Morgan celebrates after winning the WPIAL Class 3A girls golf championship Oct. 4, 2023, at Diamond Run Golf Club.

WPIAL girls golf preview: 3A champ Mya Morgan back for Elizabeth Forward

WPIAL girls golf preview

Peters Township’s Colton Lusk watches his drive on No. 17 at Latrobe Country Club during the first round of the WPIAL Class 3A championship Sept. 25, 2023.

WPIAL boys golf preview: Peters Township out to defend WPIAL, PIAA titles

WPIAL boys golf preview

Latrobe lineman knows now’s the time for Wildcats to strike

Hype at Latrobe began with the players long before the community began to stir.

Yough quarterback Raidon Kuroda throws during the WCCA 7-on-7 tournament in July at Greater Labrobe High School.

Yough moves to Class 3A where old rivals await

When the WPIAL released the new conference alignments for the 2024 football season in February, there were a lot of changes with teams switching conferences or moving up or down in classification.

Southmoreland’s Jackson Mickens pulls in a touchdown pass during the WCCA 7-on-7 tournament in July at Greater Labrobe High School.

Playmakers abound as Southmoreland continues hunt for elusive playoff win

Editor’s note: Trib HSSN will publish team-by-team previews for one conference per day until the start of the high school football season Aug. 23. Due to a conflict in publishing schedules, the Elizabeth Forward preview will appear next week.