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Caitlin Clark sets WNBA record in loss to Dallas
ARLINGTON, Texas (WISH) — Indiana Fever guard Caitlin continues to make history. On Wednesday night, the rookie set the WNBA single-game assists record, dishing out 19 assists in the team’s 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings. “I just try to set my teammates up for success,” Clark said. “I think at times, I can almost […]
Tracy Coyne Resigns from Saint Francis to Pursue New Coaching Opportunity
LORETTO, Pa. — Saint Francis University women's lacrosse head coach Tracy Coyne has announced that she will resign from her post to pursue another coaching opportunity. "Although I'm certainly disappointed that Tracy will no longer lead our women's lacrosse program, I cannot thank her enough for the numerous contributions and accomplishments she brought to Saint Francis during her tenure," said Saint Francis Director of Athletics James Downer. "Through dedication and skill, Tracy brought Red Flash women's lacrosse to profound heights, setting new program marks for most overall wins in a season, the most NEC victories in a season, and for the first time in Saint Francis history, led the team to consecutive postseason berths in the NEC Tournament. Coach Coyne's efforts have done much to elevate and establish our program into a perennial contender, and I'm confident that we'll only build off Tracy's success. We certainly wish Coach Coyne the best of luck in her future endeavors."
West Suburban 11U Little League team makes 'historic' state tournament debut
In a groundbreaking achievement, the West Suburban ages 11 and under Boys Little League team has made it to the State Tournament for the first time ever! This milestone comes after the team’s impressive victory in the Section 4 Championship, where they triumphed over Holidaysburg, State College, and Northern Lebanon.
BASEBALL, SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS HIGHLIGHT INDIANA COUNTY STARS
The PA Youth Legion Western Regional Baseball Tournament comes once more to First Commonwealth Bank Field this week, hosted by the Homer City Area Athletic Boosters. After the unfortunate withdrawal of Marion Center, Indiana County will be represented by league champion S.W. Jack. The action gets underway on Friday. The...
Board approval to purchase Iron Horse Sports Complex could be game changer for Windber
Windber Area School District's Board of Directors made a game-changing decision last Thursday, approving an agreement to purchase the Iron Horse Sports Complex for $4 million. The Iron Horse is a top-of-the-line complex with indoor facilities and four ballfields that will benefit the Ramblers for years to come. "It's great...
Indiana Basketball Returner Focus: Junior Forward Malik Reneau
The Indiana basketball program is going to look a whole lot different with many new faces coming in this season however, they will bring back a very strong returning core from a season ago. While there are many new faces to the program, the Hoosiers will return six players with...
Oakland A’s draft Bishop McCort graduate Aidan Layton
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WTAJ) – Bishop McCort graduate Aidan Layton has been drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the 17th round of the 2024 MLB Draft. Layton, 2020 graduate for the Crushers, played collegiate baseball at Division II Seton Hill, where he stood out to scouts. This past season, Layton had a 3.15 earned runs average […]
Cambria County Sports Hall of Fame returns to War Memorial for first time in over 30 years
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. (WJAC) — On Saturday night, the Cambria County Sports Hall of Fame returned to the Cambria County War Memorial for the first time in 34 years. Seven people were inducted in the Class of 2024, from athletes, to coaches and an official. The Hall of Fame called...
Philadelphia Phillies Select Indiana Outfielder Carter Mathison in 2024 MLB Draft
With the 162nd pick in the fifth round of the 2024 MLB Draft, the Philadelphia Phillies selected Carter Mathison, an outfielder who hit 42 home runs in 182 career games at Indiana.
IUP volleyball program named AVCA Academic Team
LEXINGTON, Ky. -- The IUP women's volleyball program was recognized with the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award, sponsored by INTENT. IUP was among more than 1,400 collegiate and high school volleyball programs that maintained a year-long grade-point average of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale. The...
Men's Tennis Finalizes 2024 Signing Class
LORETTO, Pa.- Saint Francis men's tennis Head Coach Eric Hovan announced the additions of Blake Lorenzo, Noah Potts, Kevin Titus Suresh and Beau Welker to the 2024 signing class. Lorenzo is a native of La Mesa, Calif. who joins Saint Francis from Grossmont High School. Lorenzo comes from a family...
HOMER CITY POST 493 PLACES THREE ON ALL-SECTION SENIOR LEGION TEAM
The District 31 Senior Legion All-Section Team was released yesterday, and several Indiana County stars made the team. Homer City Post 493 infielder Braden Dunn and outfielder Rocco Cosentino both made first team. Dunn batted .407 and had an OPS of .985, with 22 Hits, 16 RBIs and 17 runs. Cosentino batted .378 with an OPS of 1.138, 14 hits, 3 doubles, 4 triples, 15 RBIs and 13 runs scored.
Wyatt Maines Commits to Saint Francis
Hollidaysburgs’ star offensive tackle, Wyatt Maines, has committed to Saint Francis University. Maines joins his teammate, Hunter Albright, in SFU’s 2025 recruiting class. Maines is a 6’5″, 265 pound force on both sides of the football. He plays defensive end, along with offensive tackle. His stellar play on the offensive side of the ball has gotten him highly recruited.
Indiana Tight End James Bomba Name to Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
NORTHBROOK, Ill., July 17, 2024 – Allstate is partnering with the Wuerffel Foundation to bring together two of the most meaningful awards in college football. The Allstate Wuerffel Trophy will honor a student-athlete who is inspired to serve others and make a positive impact on society. Together with the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, whose 2024 nominees are announced below, the awards will mark college football’s premier honors for community service.
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