Dylan Mathiesen, a 2022 Montour High School graduate, was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 13th round of the MLB draft, overcoming size challenges and a recent elbow surgery.
As July begins, attention turns to T.J. Watt's contract negotiations with the Steelers after skipping minicamp. Seeking a long-term deal, Watt aims to surpass current edge rusher salaries, amidst trade rumors and franchise criticism.
Rich Rowe resigned as head baseball coach at Moon Area High School after a 6-12 season. Concerned about player confidence and community division, he chose not to reapply for the position. Rowe plans to focus on family and baseball in the future.
West Hills Gazette will be celebrating all month long as part of the “Going to Bat for Small Business” campaign. You'll get to know the digital news source's partners who are featured in media segments alongside other honored businesses because of the generosity of the Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC organizations.
Dante Spadafora, a talented basketball player from Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, excelled in high school and continues to develop at West Liberty University. As he enters his final season, he reflects on teamwork, growth and future aspirations.
Four players from three West Hills high schools have made the All-State baseball team. Jackson Maddix (Bishop Canevin) and Thomas Medwig (Our Lady of the Sacred Heart) earned first-team honors, while teammate Iseia Fields-Schulz and Matteo Weber Montour received second-team recognition. Each player showcased impressive statistics and strong defensive skills.
Bishop Canevin High School has hired Rod Steele as its new head football coach, replacing Richard Johnson. Steele aims to build on Johnson's success while emphasizing player development and community involvement. Johnson resigned after five successful seasons, including one WPIAL championship.