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Deer Lakes’ Anthony Smith celebrates after causing a fumble that setup the winning touchdown by Zier Williams against Highlands in the fourth quarter Friday.

Unbeaten Deer Lakes continues historic start with comeback victory over Highlands

September 27, 2024

Deer Lakes keeps making history.

Kiski Area’s Kenny Blake (1) runs past Hampton defender Josh Anderson as the Cavaliers defeated the Talbots, 21-17, to record the 300th win in school history on Sept. 27, 2019. Blake scored all three Kiski Area touchdowns.

Through the Years: Kiski Area collected milestone win in 2019

September 26, 2024

Each week throughout the high school football season, the Valley News Dispatch will take a look at the players, coaches and events that shaped our scholastic legacy.

Deer Lakes’ Zier Williams fights for extra yards against Freeport’s Aaden Alcorn (center) and Owen Neistein on Friday, Sept. 13, 2024, at Deer Lakes High School.

Deer Lakes, Highlands renew rivalry in Allegheny 7 Conference clash

September 25, 2024

The Deer Lakes and Highlands football teams have met four times, with the most recent matchup coming in 2015 when the Lancers and Golden Rams competed in the Class 2A Allegheny Conference.

Leechburg’s Jayden Floyd runs the ball against Riverview on Sept. 13.

Are some wins on the menu for A-K Valley teams in The Birdie’s Week 5 picks?

Last week: 8-3

Imani Christian Academy quarterback Steve Vandiver throws during a passing camp in July at Freeport Area High School.

No. 1 Imani Christian scores late TD to beat Highlands in defensive struggle

September 20, 2024

It looked like fans were possibly going to get the high-scoring game some might have expected when both teams scored on their opening drives. However, the game turned out much differently.

Deer Lakes’ Collin Rodgers gets past Highlands’ Garrett Snow during a game earlier this season.

A-K Valley soccer notebook: Deer Lakes boys pushing for another section title

September 19, 2024

Another year and another opportunity for Deer Lakes boys soccer to win a section title.

Freeport coach Don Earley collected his 100th coaching victory on Sept. 20, 1974 as the Yellowjackets won at Mars, 20-13. Earley would go on to win 100 more games before retiring in 1985.

Through the years: Freeport coach collected 100th win with thrilling victory over Mars in 1974

Each week throughout the high school football season, the Valley News Dispatch will take a look at the players, coaches and events that shaped our scholastic legacy.