Haley Smarsh of Moon Area won a gold medal at the PIAA Individual Wrestling Championships, defeating Shannon Logue, 17-6. Smarsh has medaled three consecutive years. Teammate Bryce Thomas and Montour's Kristen Walzer also earned medals, finishing seventh and third, respectively.
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Brewhaha, celebrating its 10th anniversary, is a benefit event for Hollow Oak Land Trust on March 28, featuring local craft beers, food pairings and hands-on activities. Proceeds support land conservation and trail building efforts in the Pittsburgh area.
Caleb Waclawski led Moon Area to a 55-49 win against Hershey in the Class 5A PIAA Boys Basketball Championships, scoring 17 points and grabbing 11 rebounds. Moon advances to face Thomas Jefferson in the next round, aiming to continue their momentum. In girls play, OLSH was eliminated by Central Cambria.
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.
Crafton is forming a volunteer subcommittee to promote its Bird Town PA designation, focusing on bird education and habitat enhancement. A virtual meeting on March 21 will engage community interest, aiming to raise environmental awareness and involve local residents in conservation efforts.
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.
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.