South Park Township
LATEST NEWS
Steelers wrap week one of training camp, Wilson makes slow return from calf injury
WJET/WFXP (Latrobe, PA)–The Steelers have made it through one week of training camp. Quarterback Russell Wilson ran through agility drills and took some rep on Sunday but was still limited due to his calf tightness that continues to hold him back. Head coach Mike Tomlin announced that Wilson will fully return to practice […]
Now Hiring in Pittsburgh: Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, Reading Ready Pittsburgh, Smartbox Assistive Technology, and more
Senior Manager of Guest Services and Belonging. Pittsburgh Public Theater is seeking a vibrant, enthusiastic leader to manage their front-of-house guest experience from the moment guests enter the lobby until the moment they leave. The full-time Senior Manager of Guest Services & Belonging is responsible for front-of-house staff and volunteer usher oversight as well as cultivating and activating a welcoming environment for all guests, partners, and artists. Applicants should have two+ years of related experience. Salary is $55,000-60,000/year plus benefits. Click here for more details.
Elandon Roberts, Patrick Queen Quickly Forming Bond: ‘It’s Like We’ve Been Knowing Each Other For Years’
One of the best parts about holding training camp at Saint Vincent College is the lack of distractions the players face. Latrobe has a population of just under 8,000 people, so when football activities are done for the day, all the players can do is spend time with each other and bond off the field. That team-building environment is especially important for the rookies and the veterans who joined the Steelers for the first time in free agency. Perhaps one of the most important people to get adjusted to the locker room and the Steelers culture is ILB Patrick Queen.
Pittsburghers honor Sonya Massey, Illinois woman killed by police in her home
PITTSBURGH — People in cities across the country are continuing to call for justice in the death of Sonya Massey. Massey, a mother of two, was shot and killed in her Illinois home on July 6 by police. As activists across the county and in Pittsburgh called for a...
Training Camp Thoughts: Payton Wilson impresses, rookies take huge strides
Latrobe, Pa. -- The first week of Pittsburgh Steelers training camp is over, but the team continues to change what it shows each day on Chuck Noll Field. From the rookies evolving to some continued standout performers, Sunday might have been the most eventful practice yet. Here are some thoughts from the fourth practice in Latrobe:
Paul Skenes’ strikeout prop may be the best bet in baseball
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes has had quite the first season in MLB. An All-Star despite only making 11 starts before the break, Skenes started the All-Star Game for the National League and is now the No. 3 choice in the odds to win the Cy Young Award. The rookie...
Charlie Batch Sees Steelers Using Middle Of Field More This Year And Freiermuth Reaping The Benefits
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth is looking for a bounce-back year this season. Last year, Freiermuth struggled with injuries and a lack of production, except for a Week 12 game against the Cincinnati Bengals in which he caught nine passes for 120 yards. One reason Freiermuth had a big...
Steelers Linebacker Has A New Appreciation For The Organization After Being Away
The Pittsburgh Steelers tend to do things their own way as an organization, regardless of how the rest of the NFL is operating. One of the unique aspects about the Steelers is that they have a longstanding tradition of traveling to St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania for training camp every season. Players sleep in dorm rooms, while some other teams in the league hold their training camps at their usual facilities. This is a tradition the Steelers have done since 1966, aside from 2020 and 2021 when they were forced to do training camp in Pittsburgh. Traditions are important, and Steelers...
The potential prospect cost for Pirates in a hypothetical Brent Rooker trade
The Pittsburgh Pirates need a big bat, preferably one who has years of control remaining, and no one fits that description better than Brent Rooker from the Oakland Athletics. Rooker would arguably be the Pirates' best hitter since prime Andrew McCutchen if he can sustain anything close to the production he has had this year. But what sort of trade package are we looking at if the Pirates would go after the designated hitter?
George Pickens Balks At Steelers Trading For A WR: ‘I Don’t Even Know About Any Of That’
Outside of George Pickens, the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t have anybody at wide receiver anybody gets excited about. For months and months, talking heads have insisted that they must trade for another wide receiver. They would be doing themselves a disservice, so the argument goes, if they don’t add to the position.
Steelers WR Learning From Antonio Brown
Following the third day of Pittsburgh Steelers' training camp, wide receiver Van Jefferson stayed on the field. He and fellow WR Calvin Austin III took turns catching passes from the Jugs machine and trying to deflect one another's receptions. Jefferson didn't just catch a few balls after practice, he caught...
Pirates rally with tying run in 9th inning, 4 in 10th to beat Diamondbacks 6-5
PHOENIX — Ji Hwan Bae scored the go-ahead run on a wild pitch in Pittsburgh's four-run 10th inning, Joey Bart hit a tying run-scoring double in the ninth and the Pirates rallied to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5 on Sunday. The teams combined for five hits through eight innings,...
Steelers’ Payton Wilson Knows He Can 'Help This Team Win A Super Bowl' In 2024
The Pittsburgh Steelers had an exceptional offseason, highlighted by a particularly thrilling moment during the 2024 NFL Draft. In a move that excited fans and analysts alike, the Steelers selected linebacker Payton Wilson in the third round. Many experts consider this pick an absolute steal for Pittsburgh. Wilson was highly regarded as one of the draft’s top linebackers, though he fell to the third round due to concerns over his injury history. Despite these concerns, Wilson is confident in his ability to stay healthy and make a significant impact as a rookie. One analyst even suggested that he would prefer three...
Sunday Sports
The Pittsburgh Pirates were defeated last night on the west coast 9-5 by the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Diamondbacks got off to a strong start, with a 4-1 score early on. The Pirates rallied, tying the game up 4-4 by the fifth inning. The Diamondbacks surged again, bringing them the win. The Pirates have lost both games in this series so far. They face the Diamondbacks again today for an afternoon game. WISR airtime is at 3:10, beginning with the Ben Cherington show.
3 prospects that could be on the move if Pirates buy at trade deadline
For the first time in a very long time, the Pittsburgh Pirates have a chance to be buyers at the trade deadline. The Pirates' major league pitching is in better shape than it has been in years, but they could definitely use some more offense if they want to separate themselves from the pack in a very crowded National League wild card race.
Steelers wide receiver George Pickens finds new ways to establish himself as a team leader
LATROBE, Pa. (AP) — Wide receiver George Pickens is finding new ways to establish himself as a leader in his third season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Pickens was touched to present 18-year-old Cole Walker with season tickets following a recent training camp practice at St. Vincent College. Walker, a Pittsburgh resident dealing with sarcoma, was a guest of the Steelers through the Make-A-Wish Foundation and said that Pickens is his favorite player.
Steelers’ Quarterback Competition ‘More Open Than We’re Giving It Credit’, NFL Insider Insists
The Pittsburgh Steelers kept Russell Wilson off the field for the first four training camp practices, letting Justin Fields lead. Wilson suffered a calf injury during the team’s conditioning test, and they have exercised considerable caution with him. The result is the Steelers have gotten quite a considerable look...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.