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Norwin receiver Jackson Pons (left) celebrates his touchdown catch during the WCCA 7-on-7 championship game against Franklin Regional on Thursday, July 15, 2021, at Greater Latrobe High School.

The Birdie takes his shot at predicting records for Westmoreland County teams

August 21, 2021

The Birdie

Derry football coach Vince Skillings Derry football coach Vince Skillings

High school notebook: Derry football coaches bridging the age gap

August 17, 2021

Football teams are learning how to read gaps at camp this week so they can open running lanes this season.

Derry’s Zack Revoir throws a pass during practice on Aug. 11, 2021, at Derry Area High School.

New players to step into leadership roles at Derry

August 15, 2021

Derry lost 14 seniors to commencement but quickly replenished the roster with 14 freshmen. That doesn’t mean the team will get nearly the production of last year’s 12th graders.

Derry sophomore football player Ahmad Ward

Ahmad Ward hopes to be bigger part of Derry’s offense this season

August 13, 2021

A comic book and collectables enthusiast, Ahmad Ward owns a Funko Pop! Vinyl figure of Marvel character Thanos that he believes is worth $400.

First-year Hempfield football coach Mike Brown speaks with players during a recent workout.

Westmoreland high school notebook: Hempfield football leaning on strength coach Cortazzo

July 24, 2021

If Hempfield football turns a corner and gets back into playoff contention again this fall, the Spartans might be able to thank their strength coach.

Vince Skillings is entering his second season as Derry’s football coach.

Derry football coach Vince Skillings shares story of his addiction, despair to inspire others

He didn’t plan it, but Vince Skillings literally saw the light in the darkest of dark times.

District 31 American Legion baseball season winding down

June 30, 2021

The District 31 American Legion baseball season wraps up Sunday, but the final four days are turning out to be a race between the final eight playoff teams.