The Vikings shut out four foes, making it all the way to the WPIAL semifinals. You can contact Chris by email at charlan@triblive.com or via Twitter . Overall, he was ranked as the sixth-best recruit in the state and No. Pleasant, Belle Vernons Quinton Martin named a MaxPreps All-American, Mt. You can contact Chris by email at charlan@triblive.com or via Twitter . The Armstrong River Hawks are ready for one last ride with their standout quarterback Cadin Olsen at the helm. Rivals rated Speca as a four-star prospect and the ninth-best inside linebacker in the country in the 2024 class. Knoch prepares to tackle all-road schedule Unable to make it to Norwin Knights Stadium on Saturday? Pub. Nothing could have prepared Greensburg Central Catholics Marko Thomas for what he and his team faced in his first year as head coach of the Centurions. This was the third year in a row that Olsen topped 2,000 yards passing in a season. Southmorelands Ty Keffer during a tournament at Greater Latrobe High School. A talented two-way lineman who started at guard and defensive tackle, Cory helped Pine-Richland control the line of scrimmage this season while winning WPIAL and PIAA Class 5A titles. 1 North Allegheny (10-1) vs. No. 2021 statistics: Passed for 1,306 yards and 20 touchdowns; rushed for 651 yards and 11 TDs Trib HSSN Preseason Football All-Star team Tyree Alualu, North Allegheny Aidan Besselman, Upper St.. Blackhawk looking to reverse close losses, return to playoffs Chaz Palla | Tribune-Review. Use #HSSN. The TribLIVE High School Sports Network has you covered. Pleasant expected to keep football coach Jason Fazekas. Although Baldwin has taken a step down from Class 6A to 5A this season, its 2022 schedule still can be considered a grind. Brookins was named the TribLive HSSN Class 2A Player of the Year. Hows this for a good quarterback-receiver combination? Lebanon starts new season with lots of fresh faces, Central Catholic looking to regain championship swagger, Canon-McMillan looks to join elite in shrinking Class 6A, North Allegheny expects to be in the title mix in Class 6A, Gateway among teams trying to squeeze into tight playoff field, Baldwin moves into Class 5A looking to regain confidence, With slew of starters returning, expectations soaring at Bethel Park, After unforgettable run to WPIAL finals, rebuilding process begins at Moon, Short on seniors, Peters Township looks for next wave to take over, Upper St. Clair loaded with returning starters, ready for another playoff run, South Fayette looks to turn hard-luck losses into conference wins, Franklin Regional hopes last years learning experience benefits returning players, Bolstered by improved offensive line, Gateway builds confidence for run at WPIAL title, Penn-Trafford ready to tackle the challenge of staying on top, Added depth, drop to Class 5A fuel optimism at Hempfield, Norwin has postseason aspirations amidst field of new 5A opponents, Plum hoping to carry momentum from strong finish into new season, After taste of playoff success, Fox Chapel back for more, North Hills with plenty of untold stories entering 2022, New Penn Hills coach wants to ramp up aggressiveness, New Pine-Richland coach wants to play Western Pa. football, Shaler looks to learn lessons from losing streak, Woodland Hills still running with the big dogs in Class 5A, Aliquippa ready for another heavyweight fight, Expectations soar as defending state champ Aliquippa brings back loaded roster, With losing streak snapped, Ambridge turns attention to playoff win, Blackhawk looking to reverse close losses, return to playoffs, With 3rd straight WPIAL title secured, Central Valleys goals dont change, Chartiers Valley hopes to be a Payne for Parkway Conference foes, Experience puts Montour in the mix as a challenger in deep Class 4A field, New coach, renovated field usher in new era for New Castle football, After injuries derailed last season, West Allegheny brings back experienced roster, Cadin Olsen, Armstrong aim to build off 1st WPIAL playoff victory, Hampton remains hungry after 11-win season, New coach has talented team to work with at Highlands, With new coach at helm, Indiana continues quest for WPIAL success from afar, Kiski Area brings new-look roster into Class 4A competition, Mars slowly but surely acclimating to coach Eric Kasperowiczs system, North Catholic embraces new challenge in Class 4A, Trio of Connellsville alumni to share coaching duties, trying to get program back on track, Latrobe works toward more victories after move to Class 4A, After close call last year, McKeesport hopes to make a run at Class 4A gold, New Ringgold coach ready to face challenges of restoring winning culture, Thomas Jefferson aiming to regain championship mojo, New coach Dan Knause focuses on physicality as Trinity hopes to end playoff drought, Belle Vernon leads new-look field of contenders, Avonworth hopes to climb to top of Western Hills and beyond, After bounce-back season, Beaver looks to add to winning tradition, After winless season, Hopewell driven to make statement, Quaker Valley begins building project under new coach, After graduations, transfers, coaching change, Seton LaSalle moving in all new direction, South Park looks to regain winning ways after tough season, Big, strong offensive line makes West Mifflin a team to watch in Class 3A, Deer Lakes in position to return to playoffs, East Allegheny hoping to deliver 7th straight playoff berth, Freeport could have plenty to celebrate in programs 100th season, Knoch prepares to tackle all-road schedule, With co-op in 2nd year, Shady Side Academy ready for bump up to Class 3A, Valley alum Dave Heavner wants to bring pride back to Vikings program, Belle Vernon roars into Class 3A with Quinton Martin, strong supporting cast, Elizabeth Forward not ready to relinquish top spot in Class 3A Interstate Conference, Greensburg Salem puts offense in hands of skilled standout Cody Rubrecht, Mt. McGuffey looks to get swagger back after up-and-down year VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Boys Basketball Player of the Week: Jaydis Kennedy of Geibel, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Boys Basketball Team of the Week: Central Catholic, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Player of the Week: Rylee Kalocay of Upper St. Clair, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Team of the Week: Blackhawk, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Player of the Week: McKenna DeUnger of Charleroi, 2023 TribLIVE High School Sports Network | All rights reserved, Quaker Valley wide receiver Jakub Pickett recognized for strong senior season, Pine-Richland football coach Jon LeDonne among 32 nominees for NFLs Don Shula Award, Its official: George hired at Greensburg Salem and Fazekas rehired at Mt. Scroll through the page to find your team or click a classification to jump there. Pleasant, Mt. Brookins led the Ironmen to the WPIAL Class 2A title by scoring 35 touchdowns. Thompson earned all-conference honors on both sides of the ball. How many local high school football fans are familiar with that name, even though hes a four-year starter who threw for 1,000 yards for a WPIAL playoff team last season? If Javascript is disabled browser, to place orders please visit the page where our photos are available to purchase. Over the last year or so, there have been so many championship parades in front of the high school that the traffic pattern has worn grooves in the pavement. Trib HSSN is the only place to watch the WPIAL Class 5A and 6A football championships. Also, check out the complete brackets once they are revealed on Trib HSSN. West Mifflin quarterback Tayshaun McMillan throws during quarterback camp in July at Valley High School. Lebanon matches rival Upper St. Clair shot for shot in double-overtime win Laurel Highlands fends off Belle Vernon surge to win. WPIAL title contender Clairton somehow flying under radar The Red Hurricanes made their way back to the playoffs and won their first postseason game since 2016 when they defeated Highlands, 31-19, last season. Strong, veteran line could keep Mohawk in playoff picture Once the cast was removed, he showed his potential at tight end by catching 13 passes for 241 yards and a touchdown for the WPIAL Class 6A runners-up. He chose the Nittany Lions from a list of scholarship offers that included national semifinalists Michigan and Ohio State, along with Pitt, West Virginia and others. Elizabeth Forward not ready to relinquish top spot in Class 3A Interstate Conference Hayes rushed for 1,982 yards and scored 30 touchdowns as the Quips repeated as WPIAL Class 4A champions and returned to the state finals. Aliquippa wide receiver Donovan Walker scores a long touchdown during the first half of the Quips 42-7 victory over McKeesport in the 2022 WPIAL Class 4A semifinals Nov. 18, 2022, in Canonsburg. Chaz Palla | Tribune-Review. ago. After a successful season that included a third-place finish in the Midwestern Athletic Conference and a first-round WPIAL playoff victory, Mohawk comes into this year with a strong, veteran line and some inexperience at the skill positions. Hes already nearing 4,000 career yards. Saturday, October 1, 2022 | 5:31 PM. With a mix of returning talent, those hoping to increase roles and a few newcomers ready to make an impact, coach Tim Burks confidence is high. Lilly Kubit | Tribune-Review. After nearly two dozen district high school football teams stayed away from the Week Zero feast to go old school from the second scrimmage menu, all WPIAL and City League teams hit the field this weekend, most playing conference openers. First team in Alle-Kiski Valley history to score 500 points in a season make playoffs. TribLIVE High School Sports Network is the official streaming network of the #WPIAL. The top player will be released each Friday morning. Central Catholic linebacker Anthony Speca, one of the states top college football recruits, committed Tuesday to Penn State. But coach Ray Braszo thinks that with a new season on horizon, its time to look forward. 3 1.9.23 Armstrong quarterback Cadin Olsen throws a pass against Mars on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022, at Armstrong High School. Be sure to visit TribHSSN.triblive.com throughout the season for game coverage, recaps, previews, features, statistics, schedules, broadcasts, podcasts and more. Thomas Jefferson aiming to regain championship mojo Check out the Tribs preview features for every team in the WPIAL and City League, as well as several independent programs. Coming off another WPIAL Class A Tri-County South Conference championship, the Pioneers will be looking to replace 11 seniors from last seasons team. Ligonier Valley aims to stay healthy, put offensive weapons to good use Scouting the defensive line The TribLive High School Sports Network has broadcasts. Strong on both sides of the ball, Lovelace was recruited to Pitt, where hell play linebacker. Nonetheless, the Eagles are ready to face the challenges that are coming their way with a never-quit mentality. Boyd proved himself as a big-play threat for the WPIAL Class 6A champions. Chris Harlan is a Tribune-Review Staff Writer. Cory lists more than a dozen college offers including Pitt and West Virginia. Hampton remains hungry after 11-win season That number stayed steady over the next decade-plus and was at 25 teams for the 2014 and 2015 seasons. Coming off a hard-earned berth in the WPIAL Class 2A playoff field last season, South Side is looking to be one of the top teams in Class A this year. For the first time under coach Brian Hanson, the West Greene football team will go into the season with a new look. Chaz Palla | Tribune-Review. He then passed for 1,272 yards and 13 touchdowns and rushed for 690 yards and 11 more scores. 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. Derrys Roman Darazio makes a catch during a tournament at Greater Latrobe High School. He surpassed 1,500 all-purpose yards, including a 98-yard TD on a kickoff return, and had a team-high seven interceptions on defense. VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Boys Basketball Player of the Week: Jaydis Kennedy of Geibel, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Boys Basketball Team of the Week: Central Catholic, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Player of the Week: Rylee Kalocay of Upper St. Clair, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Team of the Week: Blackhawk, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Player of the Week: McKenna DeUnger of Charleroi, 2023 TribLIVE High School Sports Network | All rights reserved, Central Catholics Anthony Speca commits to Penn State, Quaker Valley wide receiver Jakub Pickett recognized for strong senior season, Pine-Richland football coach Jon LeDonne among 32 nominees for NFLs Don Shula Award, Its official: George hired at Greensburg Salem and Fazekas rehired at Mt. In winter 2020, Aliquippa challenged the PIAA assertion, under the competitive-balance rule, that it should move up from Class 3A to Class 4A.