The article from the Robinson Township Historical Society reflects on what was happening at the time the 1985 graduating of Montour High School was nearly halfway through its senior year. Included is a list of class favorites, sports achievements and cultural trends.
Neha Sharma joined Steel City Aquatics to learn swimming, a goal since moving to the U.S. The program, responsive to adult demand, fosters safety and fitness, teaching essential skills. Many adults, often immigrants, find new opportunities to swim.
Moon Area girls soccer coach Bill Pfeifer celebrated his 400th win at the school and his 527th overall, as the Tigers blanked Bethel Park, 9-0. Recognized nationally, Pfeifer credits his success to players and staff. Meanwhile, the girls golf team suffered their first defeat this season against South Fayette.
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart's cross country teams excelled at the McKeesport P3R River Trail meet, winning the Cup overall. The girls team triumphed, with notable performances by Jules Goshen and others, while the boys secured third place.
Moon Area's girls soccer team defeated Fort LeBouef 2-1, led by Maddie Shaver and Ally D'Alesio's goals. In boys soccer, Moon Area and Montour also secured victories while Seton La Salle defeated Bishop Canevin, 22-7, in WPIAL football action Saturday night.
Matthew Koch's 2-under-par 33 led Moon Area to a boys golf victory over Montour 202-204, improving their record to 6-1. Meanwhile, Moon's girls golf won 189-201 against Trinity, with both Schild and Marasco scoring 44. Volleyball and boys soccer also reported results.
Thomas J. Birko Memorial Stadium at Montour High School honors Thomas Birko, a beloved educator and coach who served from 1951 to 1982. A World War II veteran, Birko coached baseball, served as athletic director and impacted many students before his death in 1984.