Tag: Monessen

Monessen hires West Mifflin assistant to lead football program

January 14, 2021

Wade Brown was hired Tuesday by the Monessen School Board to fill the vacancy left with the resignation of Shane Swope Jr., just days after the football team forfeited its last game of the season.

Norwin catcher Ty Stecko committed to play at Mount St. Mary’s (Md.).

Westmoreland high school notes: Norwin’s Stecko gives verbal commitment to Mount St. Mary’s

January 9, 2021

From the first time he watched college baseball on television, Ty Stecko wanted to play at the next level. He believed he could grow into a Division I talent, and his confidence blossomed over time and caught up with his skills.

Belle Vernon’s Devin Whitlock plays against Clearfield in the PIAA Class 4A first round Friday, March 6, 2020.

Starting 5: A guide to the 2020-21 Westmoreland County high school basketball season

January 7, 2021

WPIAL basketball season resumes Friday following a three-week pause initiated by Gov. Tom Wolf. Here is a look at the top storylines, teams and players to watch around Westmoreland County.

Hempfield Area’s Michael Hosni practices before the sports shutdown Nov. 24.

Westmoreland County basketball notebook: Teams jumping right into section play

January 6, 2021

A number of local basketball teams will take to the court Friday night and finally open the season after the state’s three-week shutdown of winter sports ended earlier this week.

Franklin Regional’s Aly Kindelberger was named to the Pennsylvania Volleyball Coaches Association Class AAA all-state team this year.

Westmoreland high school notebook: Franklin Regional’s Kindelberger honored

December 8, 2020

Franklin Regional standout hitter Aly Kindelberger was awarded for an outstanding senior season, one that saw her help the Panthers make team history.

California running back Jaeden Zuzak works out during practice on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020.

California leads Tri-County South with 9 all-conference football players

December 4, 2020

California running back Jaeden Zuzak, the WPIAL’s third-leading rusher this season, was among 45 players named all-conference in the Class A Tri-County South.