Cornell football coach Ed Dawson embraces the challenge of facing defending WPIAL champion Fort Cherry, asserting that competition improves athletes. Despite losing key seniors, he believes this year's experienced roster, led by standout Khylil Johnson, can surpass last season's success.
Carlynton coach John Tortorea aims to build on last year's success, which saw the Cougars end a 23-year postseason drought. The team, which opens its schedule at 7 p.m. Friday at home against Carrick, returns key players while integrating new talent to build on its recent success.
After a little more than two months on the job, new Bishop Canevin football coach Rod Steele likes what he sees of the Crusaders. Damar Olds and Myontae Mott will give the team two major offensive threats.
Jonah Schollaert, a senior golfer at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, excels in the high school sports season, earning medalist honors in three matches and leading his team to victories with impressive under-par scores. Schollaert tied for second at last year's PIAA Class 2A tournament.
Liv DeGori led the Moon Area golf team to a 166-195 victory over Bethel Park with a score of 39, featuring two birdies. Aubrey Marasco added an eagle, finishing at 40 for the Tigers, who improved to 5-0 on the young season. Other notable scores included Angelina Schild (41) and Gabby Poeta, who achieved a personal best (46).
High school volleyball kicks off this week in the West Hills area. Three teams -- Bishop Canevin, Montour and Our Lady of the Sacred Heart -- all reached last season's WPIAL Tournament. Each team faces challenges including player losses, but coaches express optimism for the new season with returning and incoming talent.
The Moon Area girls golf team posted their fourth win of the season Monday, defeating Mt. Lebanon 173-188. Angelina Schild led with a score of 38, while Aubrey Marasco scored 40, including an eagle on the seventh hole.