Football
Highlands back in Class 4A playoff race after shutting out Ambridge
September 27, 2019
After a slow start, the emergence of young players has allowed Highlands to crawl back into the Class 4A playoff race.
All-around effort from Asaad Robinson lifts McKeesport past Latrobe
McKeesport coach Matt Miller could feel it unraveling.
Ball-hawking defense helps Greensburg Central Catholic stuff Springdale
Greensburg Central Catholic forced three turnovers and used a strong mix of rushing and passing to win its third consecutive Eastern Conference game, defeating Springdale, 33-7.
Ball-hawking secondary leads Monessen to rout of Bentworth
Monessen’s defense compiled six takeaways and the offense rode the arm and legs of quarterback Isaiah Beltram on the way to a 60-3 victory over Bentworth on Friday night in Tri-County South Conference.
Long drive helps Baldwin secure win against Woodland Hills
The Drive. Baldwin secured its 30-27 conference win Sept. 20 against visiting Woodland Hills thanks in large part to a crucial 18-play, 93-yard drive capped by a 1-yard touchdown run by quarterback Mason Stahl.
Chick’s Picks aims to reverse the curse in Week 5
September 26, 2019
After more than two decades of successful WPIAL prognosticating, it comes as no surprise when Chick’s Picks is contacted with various opportunities to increase her fame.
A-K Valley Through the Years: One century ago, Owens Field made debut
Each Friday throughout the high school football season, the Valley News Dispatch will take a look back at the games, players and events that are part of local scholastic history.
Trib HSSN football players to watch in Week 5
Here are four WPIAL football players to watch for during Week 5:
One Class 5A rival replaces another in the new Trib 10 power rankings.
September 25, 2019
Two Trib 10 teams from a week ago lost in Week 4, one dropping a spot while the other dropped out completely.
Birdie fired up for Burrell-Deer Lakes air show
Overall Record: 40-14
Burrell, Deer Lakes to showcase high-octane passing attacks in Week 5 showdown
Friday night’s matchup between Deer Lakes and Burrell has the makings to be special.
A-K Valley football players to watch in Week 5
Kenny Blake
A-K Valley football Q&A: Freeport’s Ricky Hunter
Freeport got in the win column for the first time Friday night and did so in a dominating way, scoring touchdowns in all three phases of the game.
High school football schedule for Week 5
Thursday
Westmoreland County football Q&A with Jeannette’s Brett Birch
A rigorous offseason of training is what Brett Birch credits for his impact on the Jeannette football team.
Competitive fire burns for Southmoreland in battle of unbeatens with McGuffey
Will the coke ovens light up the sky over Alverton on Friday night?
Westmoreland County don’t-miss football games for Week 5
Class 6A
The Birdie doesn’t need a backup to pick Westmoreland County games
Last week: 12-3 (80.0)
3 WPIAL teams take top spots in latest state rankings
September 24, 2019
Only two teams fell out of the Trib HSSN state rankings following Week 4, but there was other movement in the rankings including a pair of new top-ranked teams.
George Guido: Owens Field will be silent on its 100th birthday
Happy 100th birthday wishes to Owens Field in Apollo, even though there will be no party.
