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Trib HSSN Pennsylvania High School Baseball Rankings for April 9, 2024
April 9, 2024
The first edition of the 2024 Trib HSSN state baseball rankings is upon us.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 9, 2024
High schools
High school roundup for April 9, 2024: Jake Pollaro powers North Hills past Mars
Jake Pollaro doubled, homered and drove in five runs to lead North Hills to a 9-4 victory over Mars in Section 3-5A baseball Tuesday.
Looking to leave slow start behind, Central Catholic drops Mt. Lebanon
A year ago, the Mt. Lebanon baseball team became the poster children for surviving a horrible start only to finish at the top of the district.
Burrell uses brilliant pitching, timely small ball to beat Freeport
Flashy offense was not in the game plan for the Burrell Bucs. All they needed to do was effectively put the ball in play and execute on three separate occasions to back their starting pitcher.
Robert Morris hires Oakland Catholic’s Eddie Benton as assistant women’s basketball coach
Oakland Catholic girls basketball coach Eddie Benton, who led the Eagles to consecutive section titles, is leaving for a job at Robert Morris.
Westmoreland County high school notebook: Hempfield’s Peyton Murray already breaking records
The track and field season is young, but Peyton Murray has the look of a seasoned veteran.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 8, 2024
April 8, 2024
High schools
High school roundup for April 8, 2024: Penn-Trafford’s Cam Ponko homers twice in an inning
Cam Ponko hit two home runs in the same inning — a grand slam and a three-run shot, both in the third — to lead Penn-Trafford to a 14-1 victory over Franklin Regional in five innings in Section 2-5A softball Monday.
What to watch for in WPIAL sports for April 9, 2024: North Hills looks to stay atop tough, balanced section
The first time around, the most balanced and competitive section in WPIAL baseball was a split decision with one exception.
Valley junior’s quick rise up WPIAL tennis ranks fueled by love of sport
When Landon Harclerode picked up a tennis racket competitively for the first time two years ago, it was the start of a journey of discovery, of learning and of improving.
Trib HSSN Softball Player of the Week for April 8, 2024
Trib HSSN softball player of the week: Sydney Sekely
Trib HSSN Softball Team of the Week for April 8, 2024
Trib HSSN softball team of the week: Ellwood City Wolverines
Upper St. Clair’s Sierra Dupre called up to U.S. national team for international soccer tournament
Sierra Dupre, a sophomore at Upper St. Clair High School and a Riverhounds Development Academy player, will get the opportunity to represent the United States on the U16 Women’s National Team for their UEFA Friendship Tournament this week in Riva, Turkey.
Close battles, big wins reflected in movement within WPIAL boys volleyball coaches polls
It was a busy week in WPIAL boys volleyball as teams in both Class 3A and Class 2A had strong showings and made their move in the rankings as the Western Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association released its latest top-10 polls Monday morning.
A-K Valley Senior Spotlight: Knoch’s Brady Wozniak
After making the all-section team last season, Knoch’s Brady Wozniak has switched positions from third base to shortstop.
Westmoreland County Senior Spotlight: Greensburg Central Catholic’s Ethan Brody
Last year, the Greensburg Central Catholic baseball team went 9-6 overall, 8-4 in the section and earned a WPIAL playoff berth.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for April 7, 2024
April 7, 2024
High schools
High school roundup for April 7, 2024: Norwin softball walks off Baldwin
Norwin staged a two-run rally in the bottom of the seventh to defeat Baldwin, 4-3, in Section 1-6A softball Sunday afternoon.
Trib HSSN baseball team of the week for April 7, 2024
Trib HSSN baseball team of the week: Shady Side Academy Bulldogs
