Carlynton's girls soccer team began the season with a scoreless tie against Trinity, showcasing strong performances by Bella D’Antonio, Riley Mauro, and Bean Eitel. Meanwhile, Montour narrowly defeated Latrobe, and Archbishop Ryan bested Moon Area.
Matthew Koch and Chris Brown led Moon Area to a 187-193 victory in golf, each scoring 36. Meanwhile, OLSH improved to 4-0 with a 205-212 win, and Moon Area's girls tennis team faced defeats against North Hills and Winchester Thurston.
In a thrilling WPIAL opener, Montour defeated Central Valley 27-20, with Caden Halajcio scoring the winning touchdown. Zander Stern shone with a touchdown catch and a pick-six. Other notable season openers included Moon's narrow 14-13 win, Carlynton's 20-12 victory over Carrick and OLSH's dominant 27-0 victory over Rochester.
Head coach Brendan Blair aims to improve the Sto-Rox Vikings football team in his second season at the helm after a winless first year. With an emphasis on preparation and leadership, he anticipates growth, especially from freshmen like quarterback Dalaun Harris.
Donnie Militzer, in his ninth season, looks forward to leading Our Lady of the Sacred Heart football team with a record roster of 52, strong co-captains, and promising young talent, aiming for greater success after last season's playoff experience.
Ryan Linn, in his ninth season as Moon Area's head football coach, feels optimistic about his veteran squad with 26 seniors, including key returners. With improved speed and athleticism, they aim for a successful start against Trinity in their season opener.
The Montour Spartans experienced a rough end to the 2024 season, marked by an overtime loss in the final regular season game and a playoff upset. Although several key players graduated, coach Lou Cerro is optimistic about returning talent and newcomers contributing to the team's success this fall.