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Jordan Hill resigns as Trinity Football head coach
(WHTM) – Jordan Hill is resigning as head football coach of Trinity High School. Hill was named head coach going into the 2021 season after working as an assistant coach with Cumberland Valley. He also served as Director of Advancement for Trinity Athletics. Coaching alongside former Penn State teammate and former NFL linebacker Mike Mauti, […]
Cyclists honor riders killed in Pennsylvania last year with "Ride of Silence" in Harrisburg
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Cyclists in Harrisburg rode to the Capitol building in silence Wednesday to honor the 27 people killed on Pennsylvania roads while riding their bikes last year. Riders took part in the "Ride of Silence" to the Capitol steps, which sported 27 white bicycles to commemorate the...
Penn State recruit Messiah Mickens talks Harrisburg transfer, loaded RB group at Spring Fling
HARRISBURG – It would’ve been easy for Messiah Mickens to steal the show, but he instead played spotlight operator while his new crew pleased the crowd. The four-star Penn State pledge attended his first Spring Fling at Susquehanna Township after transferring from Trinity to Harrisburg, the latter a routine attendee in for the ninth rendition of the showcase at Roscoe Warner Field on Thursday.
Harrisburg woman promoting tennis for Midstate youth through free program
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – May is National Tennis Month and a Harrisburg woman has been on a mission since 2019 to ensure every child in Central Pennsylvania has the opportunity to play through Angel’s Tennis Empowerment Program. “The program presents the idea that children from anywhere should be able to play the game of tennis,” […]
Steelton-Highspire School District hosts Bright Stars Field Day
DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM)– Some special athletes gave it their all in Dauphin County Thursday. The Steelton-Highspire School District hosted the Bright Stars Field Day. Dozens of special-needs children took part, helped by student “buddies” and volunteers from the district. “It makes me emotional,” event organizer Nathaniel Williams II said. “I’m very emotional about it […]
Annual Spring Fling football showcase at Susquehanna Township keeps growing
Mid-May doesn’t exactly scream high school football but that didn’t stop more than 100 players from seven Mid-Penn programs from getting in some work Thursday. Susquehanna Township’s ninth annual Spring Fling was another rowdy success, with Roscoe Warner Field teaming with talent returning for the 2024 season.
Complete 2024 District 3 Baseball Tournament brackets
Friday marked the beginning of the District 3 baseball tournament, the official qualifier to the PIAA tournament. Fans can follow along with tournament brackets below. Click on individual matchups for game times and locations. PennLive will continue to update brackets, along with any consolation rounds, when scores become final. If...
District 3 boys and girls lacrosse: Friday’s first round results
Here is a look at results of Friday’s District 3 boys and girls lacrosse games involving Mid-Penn Conference teams:. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Susquehanna Township’s Jaylynn Dorsey’s recovery complete with district silver in long jump
After Jaylynn Dorsey lept for her final try in the District 3 3A long jump championships at Shippensburg University on Friday, she let out a joyful cheer. • Sign up for PennLive’s new high school sports newsletter here. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Cumberland Valley's Merrill is one of the most sought-after recruits in the country | Sports Spotlight
LEWISBERRY, Pa. — If you don't know the name, Tyler Merrill, it's still early in his high school career, but you likely will. "I think right now I'm in a decent spot. I think it's just staying consistent, staying flexible, staying on top of school, and also, focusing on things outside of football because football doesn't go on forever."
District 3 officials release official baseball tournament brackets
That all-important portion of the high school baseball season is here. It’s time for the postseason to begin. Action in the District 3 tournament, the gateway to the PIAA showcase, is set to begin Friday for some classifications. Below are the official brackets, based on seeding through the District...
‘It’s a great building block’; Mechanicsburg’s Maria Clark captures elusive District 3 gold with discus win
Maria Clark has been one of the best throwers in District 3 throughout her entire career, particularly in the discus. • Sign up for PennLive’s new high school sports newsletter here. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
PIAA sets 2025-28 state championship sites for basketball, wrestling, swimming
Giant Center in Hershey will continue to host the state basketball and individual wrestling championships for the next four years, and swimming and diving is staying at Bucknell. The PIAA on Wednesday approved those venues as championship sites for 2025-28. However, no site was selected for team wrestling or competitive...
Trinity’s Jeremiah Hargrove leaps to District 3 2A triple jump gold
SHIPPENSBURG – Jeremiah Hargrove made it a point last week to save some gas in the tank for the second leg of the postseason. And for that reason, the Trinity senior got the most mileage out of the District 3 Class 2A boys triple jump, securing gold in the event to be crowned district champion at Shippensburg University’s Seth Grove Stadium on Friday.
Hershey Bears dominate Wolf Pack in Game 1
The Hershey Bears began the Atlantic Division Finals with a 6-1 Game 1 win at Giant Center over the Hartford Wolf Pack. The win improves the Bears playoff record to 4-1. Chase Priskie began the scoriing at 7:40 into the first period taking a pass from Henrik Rybinksi to beat Olof Lindbolm glove side for his first of the postseason. Then Ethen Frank struck on a power play goal at 3:58 in the second period for his fourth of the Calder Cup Playoffs. Hendrix Lapierre and Joe Snively had the helpers there to double the Bears lead to 2-0.
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