Three West Hills boys soccer teams began their WPIAL tournament, with Our Lady of the Sacred Heart and Moon securing victories. OLSH defeated Greensburg Central Catholic 14-1, while Moon Area won 4-0 over Laurel Highlands. Montour lost 2-0 to Franklin Regional, ending its season.
Moon Area defeated Upper St. Clair 20-13 in overtime, securing a WPIAL playoff spot. Andrew Cross' 1-yard touchdown capped a strong defensive effort, limiting Upper St. Clair' quarterback Ethan Hellmann. Montour, Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, and Bishop Canevin also achieved significant victories.
The Robert Morris Colonials aim to end their two-game losing streak against the Long Island University Sharks Saturday in New York City. Both teams share a 1-5 record this season, seeking their first Northeast Conference victory. Kickoff is at noon.
The Sto-Rox Vikings, led by second-year coach Brendan Blair, finally secured their first win after going 0-9-1 last season and 0-7 to start this season. They defeated Carlynton 8-6. Despite a challenging season, Blair emphasizes improvement and focus on the mental aspects of the game.
Mike Longo Jr. reflects on Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, sharing personal experiences related to his mother's diagnosis. Longo emphasize the importance of awareness, early detection and community support, particularly through initiatives like the NFL's "Crucial Catch."
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart lost 3-2 to Hopewell in a tense WPIAL Class 2A Section 1 girls volleyball match, finishing the section with a 12-2 record while securing a spot in the upcoming WPIAL tournament.
West Hills schools, including Carlynton, Montour, Moon Area and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, gear up for the WPIAL boys and girls soccer tournaments. Moon's boys seek to defend their title while the Tigers girls team look to maintain their winning ways.