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High school roundup for Aug. 24, 2024: Mars puts on air show in Florida
Luke Goodworth hit Gabe Hein with touchdown passes of 80, 84 and 30 yards to lead Class 4A No. 3 Mars to a 47-35 road victory over Boone (Fla.) in a game postponed until Saturday due to a storm Friday night. Goodworth threw for 365 yards and five touchdowns while...
High school football gets back underway tonight in western Pennsylvania
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- It's the first Friday night of the high school football season in western Pennsylvania!With plenty of big storylines for teams throughout the WPIAL and the Pittsburgh area, it's going to be an exciting season. Here are some of the biggest storylines to look forward to. Aliquippa gets back to businessAfter an offseason of legal fights and court battles, it's back to business for Aliquippa. The defending champions in 4A made their case in court as to why they shouldn't be bumped up to 5A and they won that battle. They'll kick off their season next week against Belle Vernon and will...
Central Catholic Suffers Heavy Loss to St. Frances Academy (MD) 44-16
The St. Frances Academy Panthers dominated the Central Catholic Vikings today, winning with a score of 44 to 16. The Panthers held the Vikings to just 16 points, although the Vikings scored more than 16 points in every game but one last season. Turnovers and missed opportunities were the downfall for the Vikings Yesterday.
Pa. Cyber Charter advisors, counselors authorize strike
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Advisors and counselors employed by Pa. Cyber Charter have authorized a strike after contract negotiations between them and the school failed.Advisors and counselors demand safer working conditions and healthcare, which other employees of the two other organized unions at the school already receive.They say many of them work on-site across the commonwealth and have to deal with issues like raw sewage and toilets that don't work. They hope to avoid a strike but claim the school has neglected their duty to bargain in good faith.
Westinghouse renews quest for state title after drop to Class A
After almost climbing to the mountain top in Class 2A but falling short to Southern Columbia in the state finals in back-to-back seasons, the Westinghouse Bulldogs will look to reach new heights in Class A this season. Westinghouse (13-1, 4-0) was one quarter away from being the first City League...
Perry planning to parlay positive outlook into another playoff berth
Last season, Perry Traditional Academy went through some growing pains. However, the Commodores look to have a more positive outlook with a team filled with more experience. Perry (1-7, 1-3) will look to clinch a playoff spot for the third season in a row in the third season under coach Stephen Hale. The Commodores clinched a playoff spot after winning a coin flip when they finished in a three-way tie with Brashear and Allderdice.
High school scores, summaries and schedules for Aug. 24, 2024
Aug. 25—High schools Football Saturday's results Nonconference Beaver 28, Westinghouse 26 Clairton 30, Steel Valley 7 Cornell 44, Brashear 0 Summit Academy 20, Frazier 16 Imani Christian 45, Philadelphia West Catholic 6 Mars 47, Boone, Fla. 35 Susquehanna Township 36, Penn Hills 30 St. Frances Regional Academy (Md.) 44, Central Catholic 16 Saturday's summaries Beaver 28, Westinghouse 26 Beaver ...
"HEAD 2 TOE READY 2 GO" Back School Event!
The Langley PreK-8 #COMMUNITYSCHOOL "HEAD 2 TOE READY 2 GO" Back School Event was amazing. The goal is to create excitement amongst all stakeholders, families, students, staff, and community partners as we begin the new school year. The community was filled with friends, family, and staff as people gathered to...
University Prep reloads, sets sights on return trip to City League championship game
With an experienced team, University Prep found itself in the City League championship game last season, but the Panthers couldn’t break the stranglehold Westinghouse has on the league title in recent years. If the Panthers want to return to the championship game, they will have to do it with...
Ambridge Over Western Beaver 30-14 In Week Zero 8/23/24
Friday night lights were back at Moe Rubenstein Stadium in Ambridge tonight. As the Western Beaver Golden Beavers were in town to take on the Bridgers in Week Zero of the 2024 WPIAL high school football season. The non conference game between these two football teams was neck and neck...
Porter, Erie McDowell Power Past Woodland Hills at Wolvarena
TURTLE CREEK, Pa. — Erie McDowell came into the East Hills of Pittsburgh with one thing on their mind and that was establishing the ground game and running rampant all over its opponent. That’s exactly what Erie McDowell did against Woodland Hills in order to come out on top,...
Imani Christian Academy Handily Defeats West Catholic 45-6
Tagged under: District 12, District 7, Gameday Hub, News, pfn. In the first game of four on Saturday’s York Rose Bowl Kickoff Classic, the Saints of Imani Christian proved they are worthy of their state ranking in AAA as they easily downed the West Catholic Burrs out of Philadelphia 45-6. In a game slowed by penalties, cramps and injuries, Imani showed their determination and big play capabilities.
Aspinwall kicks off Slow Down Campaign as new school year gears up
Neighborhood children display signs for Aspinwall’s 2024-25 Slow Down Campaign that will be posted throughout the community. Courtesy of Aspinwall Police Department. Now that school is back in session, the Aspinwall Police Department and borough leaders are reminding motorists to “be aware and drive with care.”. The campaign,...
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