Lizzy Fuchs led Bishop Canevin to a 10-3 win over Springdale with four RBIs, including a two-run double. Ava Washington and others contributed to the scoring, while Macie McClain posted nine strikeouts. Leechburg defeated Sto-Rox 15-0, with Ava Ferretti driving in six runs and Addie Zanotto throwing a no-hitter.
Ava Ciummo's standout performance led Our Lady of the Sacred Heart to a 14-1 win over Steel Valley. Strong team support included Julia Pinter's doubles and multiple RBIs from several players. In other games, Northgate scored twice in the sixth inning to snap a tie and beat Bishop Canevin while South Side rallied to defeat Carlynton.
Bishop Canevin defeated Sewickley Academy 15-0, led by Tyler Maddix's three RBIs. South Fayette topped Moon Area 7-2, with Chaz Kosko contributing three hits. Obama Academy defeated Sto-Rox, 8-2, highlighted by Luke Ehman's three RBIs. Riverview secured a 10-0 victory over Carlynton, backed by Johnny Bertucci's strong pitching.
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart's pursuit of its first PIAA girls basketball championship ended Friday night with a 43-29 loss to Shady Side Academy in the Class 3A semifinals. The Chargers, despite a strong start, struggled offensively, scoring only 19 points in the last three quarters. Shady Side Academy advances to the PIAA championship game.
West Hills high school spring sports are in progress, showcasing notable performances. The Carlynton Cougars baseball team rallied for an 8-7 win over McKeesport, highlighted by pitcher Ray Filipovitz's debut. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, meanwhile, dropped a tough one Friday to Quaker Valley. Action also got underway in softball, boys tennis, boys volleyball and girls rugby.
The Athletes of Action Memorial Scholarship Luncheon, now in its 14th year, has evolved from a modest start to a celebrated fundraising event. Held on April 5, it supports scholarships for scholar-athletes from Montour and Sto-Rox high schools. Since its inception, it has awarded $81,000, positively impacting numerous students.
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart's girls basketball team is ready to take on Shady Side Academy at
6 p.m. Friday in a Class 3A PIAA Tournament semifinal game at Fox Chapel. OLSH Coach Don Eckerle believes having a week off will benefit his 25-4 squad.