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High school scores, summaries and schedules for May 1, 2024
Cornell 7, Monessen 0 (forfeit) Eden Christian at Freeport, ppd. Morgantown (WV) at Laurel Highlands, ppd. Butler at Seneca Valley, 4 p.m. North Allegheny at Pine-Richland, 4 p.m. Section 2. Baldwin at Mt. Lebanon, 4 p.m. Canon-McMillan at Central Catholic, 4 p.m. Norwin at Hempfield, 4:15 p.m. Class 3A. Section...
Westmoreland County baseball notebook: Mt. Pleasant vaults into 1st place
Mt. Pleasant lost its first three games of the season while playing at the Ripken Experience at Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Vikings left the beach, and the setbacks, in the rearview mirror. They only lost one of their next 12 games and vaulted into first place in Section 4-3A with...
Pittsburgh ready for busy weekend with Marathon and Pirates games
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- From thousands of runners to thousands of sports fans, it's going to be a busy weekend in Pittsburgh!Leave early and plan on being patient if you're going to be heading into the city this weekend as the 2024 Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon will be taking place and the Pirates are also hosting three games at PNC Park.Pirates facing Rockies this weekendThe Buccos will kick off a three-game series tonight against the Colorado Rockies.Martin Perez will be on the mound for the Pirates and the first pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. Be prepared for increased traffic on...
WPIAL clinched: Softball playoff qualifiers through May 1, 2024
The WPIAL softball playoff field is filling up as the regular season winds down. Coverage of the 2024 WPIAL softball playoffs here on Trib HSSN starts with the brackets being unveiled during the Playoff Pairings Show on Thursday, May 9. The top four teams in each section qualify for the...
'The perfect storm': Mother and daughters together on the softball field for Oakmont
In past years, getting quality time with her daughters in the spring was a challenge for Oakmont Regional softball coach Katrina Bunting. Now, the equation is a bit simpler, as Bunting's daughters are both on the field with her. Rachel Sinclair, a 2019 Oakmont grad, has joined her mother as...
Steelers, Saint Vincent College looking for training camp employees
LATROBE (KDKA) - The weather is getting warmer, the sun is shining a little longer, and that can only mean one thing - Steelers Training Camp is just a couple of months away. Next week, a hiring event is set to take place at the Fred M. Rogers Center on Saint Vincent College's campus from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on May 8 for those interested in working at Steelers Training Camp. All of the positions are part-time and temporary. Steelers Training Camp dates have not yet been solidified but it is expected to go from mid-July through August and shift times as well as responsibilities will be discussed during the interviews. All applicants must be 18, complete a background check, and have reliable transportation to and from Saint Vincent College. Once hired, employees will be required to work rain or shine and wear a uniform that includes a Steelers Training Camp shirt which will be provided, khakis or black pants, and flat closed-toe shoes. For more information, potential employees can email this address.
WPIAL track notebook: Depth key in Norwin’s success
The Norwin boys and girls track and field teams are headed back to the WPIAL Class 3A team championship Tuesday at West Mifflin. The boys defeated Kiski Area (131-19), Connellsville (107-38) and Baldwin (119.5-30.50) in the semifinals Wednesday. Connellsville finished second by defeating Kiski Area (93-57) and Baldwin (76-74). The...
Pittsburgh Pirates need help naming new team dog
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a new team dog, and the organization is asking for help naming the new pup.The Pirates have again teamed up with Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs to introduce 2024's team dog. Now, the organization needs your help in finding a name for him. The four options are Rookie, Bandit, Homer and Slugger.Guardian Angels Medical Service Dogs, which is building a training facility in Western Pennsylvania, will train the pup to pair with a military veteran in need. "Fans can expect to see the furry future service dog at Pirates games and community events, including the Mental Health Action Game May 3," the team said in a news release on Tuesday. "The engagement with fans will expose the pup to the socialization needed to become a service dog."Voting is open through May 4, and the winning name will be announced on May 6, the team announced. Last year's team dog, Bucco, was paired with a local veteran in September 2023. He was the team's first Pirate Pup. Bucco was selected by the fans over Homer, Rookie and Jolly.
Trib 10: Changes afoot after No. 1 baseball, softball teams suffer 1st losses
The first power rankings in May have a different look for district baseball teams while the song remains the same in the softball Trib 10. Several top teams losing one or two games this past week caused a shuffling of the deck in the baseball rankings with Montour and Shaler falling out for now while Pine-Richland and West Mifflin return.
3-point takedown, rule changes to promote offense coming to high school wrestling
When the National Federation of State High School Associations announced rule changes in wrestling last week, official Tom Manns was thrilled. “It’s going to make things a lot simpler to call,” Manns said. “I’m all for it.”. Beginning next season, wrestlers will be considered in bounds...
WPIAL clinched: Baseball playoff qualifiers as of April 30, 2024
The 2024 WPIAL baseball playoff field is taking shape with under a week remaining in the regular season. The top four teams in each section qualify for the playoffs with all tied teams advancing IF they split their head-to-head meetings. Coverage of the 2024 WPIAL baseball playoffs can be seen...
Pittsburgh Marathon Finish Line: See your finish
Thousands of athletes are preparing for the the Pittsburgh Marathon. The race kicks off at 6:50 a.m. with the handcycle division and elite runners starting at 7 a.m. We'll be at the finish line ready to capture every finisher. Pittsburgh's Action News 4 has your dedicated finish line camera. Visit...
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