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Pirates and Steelers Summer Report and their paths to contention
It’s an interesting time to cheer for Pittsburgh sports. All three of Pittsburgh’s franchises stand at different junctures of championship contention and are looking to pull the city out of a slump that hasn’t happened in decades. It’s not all doom and gloom in the Steel City, even if the city hasn’t won a playoff game since 2018.
Avonworth overcomes early mistakes to defeat Burrell in season opener
Going into the matchup, Burrell knew it would need to capitalize on every mistake to stay close with Avonworth, the WPIAL Class 3A runner-up from a season ago. The Bucs defense forced turnovers on the Antelopes’ first two drives, but, Burrell was unable to turn the turnovers into points. No. 3 Avonworth (1-0) eventually got its offense going and never looked back in defeating Burrell, 24-7, in nonconference play Friday night at Buccaneer Stadium.
Veterans in Pittsburgh put their leadership skills to good use
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh is brimming with impactful non-profit organizations that do so much to help neighbors in need.But what about when the organizations need help? KDKA Consumer Investigator Meghan Schiller shows how a group of veterans put its leadership skills to good use, creating meaningful connections along the way.Nathan Pigza, a retired Air Force senior master sergeant, joined Leadership Pittsburgh's Community Leadership Course for Veterans looking to make those connections and an impact. At Hearth, a non-profit organization in Pittsburgh that provides a safe space for moms and children escaping domestic violence, they did just that."Working with (Community Leadership Course...
An Ode to Manny Sanguillén, Pirates Hall of Fame Inductee
Manny Sanguillén will be inducted into the Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame with Barry Bonds and Jim Leyland on Saturday. Leyland was also inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in July. The candidacy of Bonds, Major League Baseball’s all-time home run leader, remains controversial. In his heyday, Sanguillén was considered the second-best catcher in baseball, behind Johnny Bench. Sanguillén was never seriously considered for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Yet, he means more to Pittsburgh than either Bonds or Leyland.
2025 Pitt CB Commit Following Path Forged by LeSean McCoy
Pitt commit Shawn Lee Jr. and LeSean McCoy have a couple of things in common now. Lee — a 5-foot-10, 170-pound three-star athlete from Harrisburg, Pa. — has spent the last few seasons starring at Harrisburg High, but after he was denied eligibility by the PIAA for his senior season, he needed a new home. So, he followed the McCoy route and will spend his “post-graduate” year at Milford Academy in New Berlin, N.Y.
Intriguing Steelers rookie could be the next undrafted free agent success story
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made some great undrafted signings over the years. James Harrison, Ramon Foster, Willie Parker, and Donnie Shell, just to name a few, have made their mark on the Steelers after failing to be drafted. The most recent success story has been running back Jaylen Warren. Signing...
With Nate Herbig Lost For Season, Steelers Should Be Exploring Veteran Center Options
Coming into training camp, the interior of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offensive line looked very strong, following the drafting of Zach Frazier and Mason McCormick. Putting that rookie duo alongside the likes of Isaac Seumalo, James Daniels, Nate Herbig and Spencer Anderson really gave the Steelers a real boost at an area of need.
South Side Scoop: Steelers’ Khan Won’t Blink, Aiyuk Trade Holds Up Others? (+)
PITTSBURGH — Welcome to the Steelers South Side Scoop. This is going to be our new weekly feature for Steelers Now+ subscribers. The idea here is pretty simple. When I’m on the practice field or in the locker room at UPMC Rooney Sports Complex, a lot of the stuff I’m gathering needs to go out to the widest possible audience.
MLBPA sues Pirates for advertising deal with Sheetz in yet another bad look
When the Pittsburgh Pirates announced Sheetz as their jersey sponsor on June 21, plenty of people took offense. All kind of critics chimed in immediately to bemoan the team selling out by adding an eyesore of a logo patch to their jerseys. About two months later, the MLB Players Association chimed in with a criticism of their own ... and a lawsuit alleging unlicensed use of players’ names and images on social media.
Social services coordinator to join MLPD
I — n September, a trained social services expert will join Mt. Lebanon to connect residents in need with mental health resources. Police Chief Jason Haberman initially proposed creating the new position to the Mt. Lebanon Commission in March. More than 30 candidates applied for the social services care...
Butler County dog park alerts visitors to possible canine parvovirus exposure
BUTLER, Pa. (KDKA) -- A dog park in Butler County is reporting an exposure of canine parvovirus. The Butler Parks Department received a call from a person using Jade's Dog Park informing them that just after a visit to the park, their dog was diagnosed with canine parvovirus. "We had one report of a parvo case, they reported they received the parvo disease and they reported that they were at the dog park, so what we do, we come up and we want to inform people of it," said Lance Wellibes, the director of Butler County Parks and Recreation.The parks department...
RMU Men’s Soccer Prepares for First Away Match at Mount St. Mary’s
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. – The RMU men's soccer team hits the road for the first time this season, facing Mount St. Mary's on Sunday, August 25, at 4:00 PM. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+. RECENT PERFORMANCE. RMU (0-1-0, 0-0-0 #HLMSOC) opened their season with a 2-0...
Suspects in July bank robbery in North Canton arrested in Pennsylvania
CLEVELAND — Three people accused of robbing a North Canton bank at gunpoint in July were tracked down this week and arrested in Pennsylvania after being connected to another alleged robbery, police said. According to a social media post from the North Canton Police Department, Matthew D. Smith, 32,...
Beaver Holds on with Late Interception Against Westinghouse
TURTLE CREEK, Pa. — Westinghouse and Beaver both have high aspirations when it comes to the 2024 football season. Westinghouse has its eyes set not only on making a run to the PIAA single-A championship but winning it all. A Class 3A WPIAL title is on the minds of the Beaver Bobcats and then some.
59 Cadets Graduate from PSP Academy, Receive New Trooper Assignments
MANHEIM, Pa. – Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Commissioner Col. Christopher L. Paris congratulated 59 Cadets who graduated from the PSP Academy on Friday and officially became troopers. “Today is the result of a more than six-month commitment from a dedicated group of women and men who completed the intense...
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