To second-year coach Mike Brown, the move and accompanying chatter that things might ease up for the Spartans are about as useful as a broken elevator. Lebanon High School. Latrobe works toward more victories after move to Class 4A He rushed for 1,359 yards on 136 carries and scored 29 touchdowns. Avella players work out. He scored 16 touchdowns for the WPIAL Class 4A runners-up and had 37 catches for 683 yards. New Brightons Tony Caltury speaks highly of Beaver County football, and there are a few really good reasons for that. Hes already nearing 4,000 career yards. After graduations, transfers, coaching change, Seton LaSalle moving in all new direction New Charleroi coach knows team wont get outworked Despite graduation losses, Carmichaels expects to be right in thick of Tri-County South race Nonetheless, the Eagles are ready to face the challenges that are coming their way with a never-quit mentality. Melzer to setup a touchdown before the half during WPIAL 6A Championship game Saturday, Nov. 18, 2022 at Norwin High School. Laurel Highlands Rodney Gallagher carries against Belle Vernon on Friday, Sept. 2, 2022. Chaz Palla | Tribune-Review. West Mifflin quarterback Tayshaun McMillan throws during quarterback camp in July at Valley High School. Chaz Palla | Tribune-Review. He led the Quips with more than 100 tackles and three forced fumbles as they repeated as WPIAL Class 4A champions and reached the state finals for the second year in a row. With co-op in 2nd year, Shady Side Academy ready for bump up to Class 3A Pleasant, Mt. Storino was hired in March as Seton LaSalles coach following a tumultuous 2021 season, as the Rebels lost six of their first seven games before finishing with a 3-7 record in Class 2A. Senior night promises to be a short affair at Peters Township. Soon after he was hired as head coach at Charleroi, Mark Gambino reached out to a former coach to get a little inside information on the team he was taking over. Trib HSSN will preview one WPIAL conference per day until the start of high school football season Aug. 26. Let the games begin! Lebanon matches rival Upper St. Clair shot for shot in double-overtime win Laurel Highlands fends off Belle Vernon surge to win. But as far as the Warriors are concerned, theyre still the top dogs. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart needed one more stop to make the WPIAL championship game. Unions Braylon Thomas celebrates as time expires in the WPIAL Class A championship game against Bishop Canevin on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, at Acrisure Stadium. He finished his career with 7,819 yards, which ranks seventh in WPIAL history. 675 talking about this. Four conferences have been consolidated into three with the total number of teams in the class dropping from 27 to 23. Five offensive linemen. Penn Hills coach Charles Morris isnt so worried about Xs and Os for his first season in charge. With losing streak in rearview mirror, Northgate excited about progress Brownsville embarks on independent schedule following another coaching change After finishing in second place in the balanced Class 5A Allegheny Six Conference a year ago, Upper St. Clair qualified for the WPIAL playoffs for a 22nd straight year. Burrell coach Shawn Liotta says his team is getting ramped up for the season and is excited for its potential in its new conference, hoping to build on last years WPIAL playoff appearance, its first since 2012. The 2021 season was not a customary prize-winner for the Thomas Jefferson football team. Click here for TribLIVE and HSSN's Gameplan. In winter 2020, Aliquippa challenged the PIAA assertion, under the competitive-balance rule, that it should move up from Class 3A to Class 4A. The bar is always set high at North Allegheny. West Mifflin has been a fixture in WPIAL Class 4A football, but due to realignment, the Titans are competing in 3A for the next two seasons. As one of the leagues top receivers, he caught 41 passes for 817 yards and scored 12 touchdowns. FitzSimmons was a first-year starter at running back but quickly proved himself as one of the top two-way players in the WPIAL. Central Catholic looking to regain championship swagger The 2018 high school football season kicks off for many teams this weekend with Week Zero. Chris Harlan is a Tribune-Review Staff Writer. will pay off. The Bearcats entered the preseason with 28 players on their roster, but only four are seniors. If anyones ever been ready for his first head coaching job, its Unions Kim Niedbala. Doug Oster introduces us to the idea behind Everybody Gardens. Defending champion Bishop Canevin the team to beat If Javascript is disabled browser, to place orders please visit the page where our photos are available to purchase. Martin was named the TribLive HSSN Class 3A Player of the Year. Coming off another WPIAL Class A Tri-County South Conference championship, the Pioneers will be looking to replace 11 seniors from last seasons team. Added depth, drop to Class 5A fuel optimism at Hempfield A year ago, Northgate entered the 2021 season carrying the weight of the WPIALs longest losing streak 32 games played, 32 straight losses. In tiny field of 5, contenders line up to take shot at Mt. But those injuries could provide a boost to the 2022 campaign. As the Jon LeDonne era begins at Pine-Richland, one element that he wants to add into the program is more physicality. Mapletown players run after practice on Aug. 18. Thats because the WPIAL has shrunk the bracket from 12 teams to eight, meaning a team with as few as two losses might miss the playoffs. Overall, he was ranked as the sixth-best recruit in the state and No. Heres how to watch Saturdays games, sponsored by U.S. Air Force and First National Bank: No. QB Xander LeFebvre, Western Beaver out to earn respect Burrell ready to take on new challenges in Class 2A He was talking about growing up working for his parents mail-order bulb business. Central Catholic linebacker Anthony Speca, one of the state's top college football recruits, committed Tuesday to Penn State.. Imani Christian to pick up pace with coach LaRoi Johnson back @CentralValleySD. Wehner ranked second among WPIAL passers with 2,504 yards and was the first Central Catholic QB to top 2,000 in the regular season. Roger Beitel begins his 19th year as head football coach at Ligonier Valley, and he hopes the 2022 season isnt as bizarre as 2021. Blackhawk football is a storied program that has won four WPIAL championships. Christopher Horner | Tribune-Review. About 10 hours later, the team reassembles for a rise-and-shine workout. Central Catholic linebacker Anthony Speca, one of the states top college football recruits, committed Tuesday to Penn State. Times have been tough for the Connellsville football team for a number of years. Nick Carney works out during a recent practice at Knoch High School. Pleasant aims to build on WPIAL playoff experience, New coach likes South Alleghenys chances: The talent level is outstanding, New roles at Southmoreland but familiarity remains, Beaver Falls, other perennial powers to duke it out, Apollo-Ridge looks to stay healthy, bounce back, Burrell ready to take on new challenges in Class 2A, Interest level high at Derry following 2 subpar seasons, Imani Christian to pick up pace with coach LaRoi Johnson back, Ligonier Valley aims to stay healthy, put offensive weapons to good use, Serra Catholic ready to shake off graduation losses, begin WPIAL title defense, Division I talent could help Steel Valley write happier ending to 2022 season, Behind alum Ben Hoffer, Yough aims to turn program around, Whether by land or air, Beaver Falls always makes its way into WPIAL title conversation, Former OLSH coach brings positivity, focus on fundamentals to Ellwood City, Having stabilized program, next step for Freedom is playoff berth, Strong, veteran line could keep Mohawk in playoff picture, Football team looks to get in on championship act at Neshannock, New coach brings best of Beaver County football to New Brighton, Coach bets on data-driven approach to get Riverside back on track, QB Xander LeFebvre, Western Beaver out to earn respect, Back in Century Conference, Brentwood looks to return to playoffs, New Charleroi coach knows team wont get outworked, After smooth coaching transition, resilient Keystone Oaks ready for another run, McGuffey looks to get swagger back after up-and-down year, Loaded with playmakers, Sto-Rox looks to get over WPIAL championship hump, With star QB leading way, Washington looks to peak at right time, With experienced roster returning, Waynesburg sets bar higher, Defending champion Bishop Canevin the team to beat, WPIAL title contender Clairton somehow flying under radar, After trying season, Greensburg C.C. Boyd was named the TribLive HSSN Class 6A Player of the Year. Bolstered by improved offensive line, Gateway builds confidence for run at WPIAL title If youre Greensburg Salem coach Dave Keefer you make him your quarterback. TribLive HSSN WPIAL football rankings: Week ending Oct. 2, 2022 By: Chris Harlan Saturday, October 1, 2022 | 5:31 PM Christopher Horner | Tribune-Review Steel Valley remained on top of the. Those bulbs run in the family, as his grandfather Charles Heath started growing and selling daffodils in 1900, bringing modern hybrids to the country and even being, All you need to see are those signature shoes turquoise with pansies to recognize Doug Oster, manager and editor of Everybody Gardens. Tim Bukowski was elevated from offensive coordinator to head coach, and Dave Keefer went from head coach to assistant. Strong, veteran line could keep Mohawk in playoff picture Preview story: Program-boosting coaches lead North Allegheny, Central Catholic into WPIAL Class 6A title game. Second-year coach Fran Ramsden has a tool he plans to use to liberally to help his Riverside team turn things around after a 1-8 season. Christopher Horner | Tribune-Review. Its a challenge Ruane will embrace. Division I talent could help Steel Valley write happier ending to 2022 season Sometimes the grass is greener on the other side. Our motto this year is, Kick the door down, said 23rd-year coach Gene Matsook. Loaded with playmakers, Sto-Rox looks to get over WPIAL championship hump TribLIVE High School Sports Network is the official streaming network of the #WPIAL. Belle Vernon coach Matt Humbert doesnt make too much of his teams drop to Class 3A, though it would be hard to blame him for being excited. North Alleghenys Tyree Alualu leads the Tigers onto the field before the start of their game against Central Catholic on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022, at West Mifflin High School. Linebacker is one of the deepest positions in the WPIAL and City League. 2 Pine-Richland (9-3) at Norwin, noon. After missing the playoffs every season since 2015, Waynesburg is poised to turn the tide. Tuesday, January 17, 2023 | 1:07 PM. Account of @TribTotalMedia. Pleasant, Mt. Westinghouse quarterback Keyshawn Morsillo throws a pass during practice on Aug. 24, 2021, in Homewood. New coach focuses on fundamentals, teamwork at Summit Academy Strong on both sides of the ball, Lovelace was recruited to Pitt, where hell play linebacker. North Catholic embraces new challenge in Class 4A After years of despair in the WPIAL, Brownsvilles football program is on the move. Westinghouse quarterback Keyshawn Morsillo celebrates the Bulldogs final touchdown against Steel Valley during their PIAA Class 2A state semifinal on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, at West Mifflin High School. Hed coached junior varsity football at Summit Academy seven years ago but took time off. Hampton remains hungry after 11-win season New coach brings wide-ranging changes to Springdale programAs the page turned to a new season, first-year Dynamos coach Ryan Tempalski, who was hired in March, and his staff were eager to see what the mix of returning and new players had to offer as every spot on both sides of the ball was up for grabs. Chris Harlan is a Tribune-Review Staff Writer. Cory lists more than a dozen college offers including Pitt and West Virginia. For the last 17 years under Lou Cerro, the Montour football program has always competed.Even in years the Spartans finished under .500 or didnt make the playoffs, they had a competitive team that usually is alive for the playoffs until the final week of the regular season. The Foxes won their first WPIAL playoff game since 1997, a 13-10 victory at Upper St. Clair, a school with one of the highest winning percentages in WPIAL history at .702, a 473-193-9 overall mark. Walker caught 33 passes for 586 yards and scored six times as the team went 13-1 and returned to the state finals. Scouting the cornerbacks The road to a WPIAL football championship is a long and winding one for Indiana. Belle Vernons Quinton Martin celebrates as time expires in the PIAA Class 3A state championship game against Neumann Goretti on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at Cumberland Valley High School. He holds close to 20 Division I offers. On offense, Harper had 38 catches for 619 yards and scored seven touchdowns. After bounce-back season, Beaver looks to add to winning tradition The Penn recruit led the WPIAL in passing with 3,210 yards and 43 touchdowns as the River Hawks went 10-2 and won the Greater Allegheny title. Back in Century Conference, Brentwood looks to return to playoffs The Sto-Rox Vikings outscored their opponents by 39 points on average last season. Latest News More Stories Featured Videos Vinny Kilkeary WCCA Interview 1.7.23 New Norwin Coach Mike Brown Interview 1.10.23 Westmoreland on the Hardwood Podcast Ep. Thomas Jeffersons Jordan Mayer works out in practice before last season. Trib HSSN boys basketball state rankings for Jan. 10, 2023 Mt. Tim Storino appears to be in the right place at the right time. Chaz Palla | Tribune-Review. Keep up with all the headlines from Trib HSSN by signing up for the daily newsletter, Trib HSSN Today. A new coach, a new quarterback and a new playbook. Moon is one year removed from a historic run for the program, making its first championship appearance since 1998. The TribLive High School Sports Network has broadcasts But the Vikings are healthier now and looking forward to a bounce-back season. Heres a look at each of the teams in the City League. Besselmans two-way play helped the Panthers reach the WPIAL finals for the first time in 11 years. After splitting their first four games in 2021, the Eagles lost their final five contests by a combined score of 171-27, keeping them out of the WPIAL postseason for the first time since 2018. With star QB leading way, Washington looks to peak at right time The Bears lost in the first round of the playoffs last season and coach Wayne Wade has noticed folks seem to have forgotten about them. The Aliquippa football team celebrates with the WPIAL championship trophy after defeating Belle Vernon in the WPIAL Class 4A championship game on Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, at Heinz Field. 4 Armstrong to a 39-7 win against No. Defensively, he added 38 tackles and three interceptions. By now, many are familiar with the season of firsts for the 2021 Leechburg Blue Devils. Now, he has big plans for his alma mater big being a relative term. For the first time since 1957, Knoch will play exclusively on the road. Lindsey is a hard-hitting linebacker on a defense that won 25 consecutive games. Rochester has a message for its Class A opponents this year tighten those hinges. But reality failed to meet expectations and, despite a second straight season with a playoff victory, the Wildcats were left wanting more. Franklin Regional hopes last years learning experience benefits returning players North Allegheny expects to be in the title mix in Class 6A Gateway among teams trying to squeeze into tight playoff field Three years removed from a winless season, coach Tanner Garry and the Fort Cherry Rangers are turning the ship around. Burgettstown brings momentum into new Black Hills Conference Paul Pattera and Lou Rood have the call on video stream as the Panthers battle the Rams, starting at 11:50 a.m. on Trib HSSN. He has Pitt, Penn State and West Virginia among his college offers. Anthony Becoate thought this was the right time to take his first job as a head coach. PLEASE SELECT$0.00 FREE SHIPPING FROM THE LIST AT CHECKOUT. Scouting the linebackers Yes. Take a look at the WPIAL rushing leaders from last season and youll notice four state champions. In one sense, WPIAL Class 2A football looks radically different this season. The list goes on and on. 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