SPORTS
In duel of aces, Frazier tops Jeannette to clinch section title
In a thrilling showdown between two softball powerhouses, Frazier emerged victorious over Jeannette, 1-0, on Monday. The win secured the section title for the Commodores, propelling them into sole possession of first place. Both pitchers showcased their dominance, making quick work of opposing lineups. The Jayhawks’ Grace Stein struck out...
After 41 years in coaching, Jim Nesser steps down at Yough
Though he has won section, WPIAL and PIAA boys basketball championships, Jim Nesser is quick to point out he also has guided teams through rough patches, covering both ends of the spectrum in a coaching career that spans four decades. “I have been to the top, and I have been...
Softball Game Recap: Monessen Takes a Loss
Monessen fell victim to Brownsville and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 15-0 to the Brownsville Falcons. Monessen's defeat continues a trend for the team, making it three in a row. For Brownsville's part, they let Jordyn Davis and Alexa Pellick loose on the outfield. Davis scored three...
Vanderbilt Baseball Weekly Report – May 6, 2024
Vanderbilt went 1-3 last week with an extra-inning win Tuesday at home against Tennessee Tech before dropping the series at No. 19 Georgia in Athens, Georgia, over the weekend. Overall Record: 32-16, 11-13 SEC. Streak: L3. Last Week’s Results (1-3) Tuesday, April 30 vs. Tennessee Tech – W, 8-7...
Despite squandering many chances, Greensburg Salem baseball holds on for win over Yough, clinches playoff spot
Greensburg Salem felt it could have done more with its 15 hits and slew of opportunities on the base paths. As it turned out, the Golden Lions did just enough to extend their season. Despite leaving 10 on base and getting mixed up in several baserunning miscues, Greensburg Salem clinched...
Baseball Game Preview: Yough Heads Out
Yough is 2-8 against Greensburg Salem since April of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Yough Cougars will head out on the road to take on the Greensburg Salem Golden Lions at 4:00 p.m. Yough is is headed into Tuesday's...
Softball Recap: Canon-McMillan comes up short despite Olivia Ford's strong performance
Canon-McMillan scored first but ultimately less than Pine-Richland in their contest on Monday. They fell 6-3 to the Pine-Richland Rams. Canon-McMillan has not had much luck with Pine-Richland recently, as the team's come up short the last two times they've met. Olivia Ford made the most of her time at...
Consistency to determine BP’s playoff success
Consistency is the key to Bethel Park’s success in the upcoming baseball playoffs. Despite some up-and-down play throughout the spring, the Black Hawks won the Section 2 title with a 7-3 record. They sported an 11-6-1 overall record after edging Ringgold, 1-0, in preparation for their playoff run. BP...
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