Haley Smarsh from Moon Area advanced to the finals of the PIAA Individual Wrestling Championships, being the only West Hills wrestler to reach a championship match. Competing Saturday for the gold, she previously secured victories in the quarterfinals and semifinals. Still competing for medals are Moon's Bryce Thomas and Montour's Kristen Walzer.
The Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC will start their 2026 season against rivals Charleston Battery Saturday, March 7, pending resolution of a labor dispute with the USL Players Association. Both teams are anticipated to be strong contenders for the USL championship in 2026.
Four of West Hills' five wrestlers advanced in the PIAA Individual Wrestling Championships, with Kristen Walzer and Haley Smarsh winning in the girls division. Moon's Bryce Thomas also progressed in the championship bracket while Liam Costa and Cael Yanek dropped to consolation bracket action.
Three West Hills high school basketball teams are set to compete in the PIAA championships after long layoffs. Moon Area and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH) girls play Friday, while OLSH boys host Conemaugh Township Saturday. All three teams seek to advance beyond tough opponents.
A basketball tournament on March 14 in McKees Rocks aims to unite violence prevention groups across Allegheny County. The event will celebrates progress in reducing gun-related homicides, fostering community connections, and encouraging collaboration in addressing local issues.
The Robert Morris Colonials defeated visiting Youngstown State 68-53 Wednesday night, fueled by a second-half surge led by Ryan Prather's 24 points. They advance to face Detroit Mercy in the Horizon League semifinals, aiming to defend their title.
Three West Hills swimmers -- Mimi Chamberlain, Noah Pickett and Evey Fahnestock -- qualified for next week's PIAA Swimming and Diving Championships in Lewisburg. Competing in Class 2A, they achieved personal bests at the WPIAL meet and are now aiming for state success.