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Foxburg Golf Course: A Journey Through America's Golfing Heritage
Tucked away in the serene Pennsylvania landscape, the Foxburg Golf Course emerges as a beacon of golf's storied past in America. Established in 1887 by Joseph Mickle Fox, this golfing gem offers a nostalgic odyssey back to the sport's formative years. Notably, it is recognized as one of the oldest continuously operating golf courses in the United States, a claim that captures the imagination of golf purists and historians alike. The course's nine holes, inspired by the architectural ingenuity of renowned Old Tom Morris, demand a blend of precision and finesse reminiscent of the Scottish links.
PIAA quarterfinal football: Bulldogs, Blue Devils meet in Meadville
MEADVILLE — The last time the Cambridge Springs Blue Devils won a District 10 title, the Redbank Valley Bulldogs were capturing their third of their six District 9 crowns. They didn’t meet in the PIAA playoffs way back in 1996 because they were in different classifications. Some 27...
Eau Claire Marathon: A Celebration of Community and Endurance
The Eau Claire Marathon, affectionately known as the 'Best Small Town Marathon,' has etched its place in the hearts of runners as a top-tier event with big appeal in the scenic town of Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Scheduled for April 27-28, 2024, the marathon is a testament to the town's vibrant community spirit and stunning landscapes, providing a picturesque backdrop for a weekend full of diverse race events. Athletes from all over converge to participate in the Boston Qualifying Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and the Four Person Marathon Relay, not to mention the Fantastically Fun Kids' Run, creating an inclusive atmosphere that champions every level of runner.
TURKEY AND FOOTBALL: Redbank Valley Achieves Goal of Practicing on Thanksgiving Morning as They Prepare to Face D10 Champ Cambridge Springs
MEADVILLE, Pa. (EYT/D9) — Long before the cold wind stripped the trees of their leaves, the Redbank Valley football team had a goal. To practice on Thanksgiving morning. Even as the sun baked them during the summer, the dream was to spend the holiday on the football field before scattering to their homes for a feast.
Keystone School Board Denies Athletic Council’s Plea for Athletic Co-Op
KNOX, Pa. (EYT) – In a roll call vote of the Keystone School District Board of Education, board members denied the proposal for an athletic co-op with Union and Allegheny-Clarion Valley School Districts. The board voted on football and baseball cooperative agreements. The vote on varsity football received two...
JAX OF ALL TRADES: Redbank Valley Sophomore Jaxon Huffman Unflappable in Stepping in at QB to Help Lead Bulldogs to D9 Crown
NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa. (EYT/D9) — Jaxon Huffman was struggling. He knew it. He just wasn’t about to show it. The Redbank Valley sophomore was thrust into the starting quarterback role for the Bulldogs’ football team two days before the District 9 Class A championship game on Friday against Port Allegany.
Karns City QB Mason Martin fighting new infection
We have an update on injured Karns City High School quarterback Mason Martin. On social media, his father, Denny, says Mason has recovered from meningitis but is now fighting another infection. Denny Martin says Mason became sick on Thursday ahead of a surgery. He tested positive for an infection which...
Ursuline vs. Clarion women’s basketball: Cloonans lead Arrows to victory
The Cloonan sisters are setting the tone as Ursuline continues its strong start to the 2023-24 season. Senior guard Michaela Cloonan finished with 20 points and eight rebounds Nov. 22 as the Arrows rolled past visiting Clarion (Pa.) University, 93-56, at Seidman Gymnasium. Senior forward Madison Cloonan recorded a triple-double...
PASSION IGNITED: Karns City Grad Emma Johns Enjoying Basketball Again and Piling Up the Points for the Pioneers
BUTLER, Pa. (EYT/D9) — The love of the game has returned. The pressure relieved. The overwhelming sense of dread gone. It wasn’t like that less than two years ago for Emma Johns. She was a wreck. (Pictured above, Emma Johns/submitted photo) Johns was a senior guard on the...
Position Switch Led Libero Abby Knapp-Greeley Down the Road to Signing to Play Volleyball at Mount Aloysius
STRATTANVILLE, Pa. (EYT/D9) — Abby Knapp-Greeley has an alter ego. She’s the one who dances before volleyball games for Clarion-Limestone. She’s the one who is always taking the edge off, calming her teammates and making them laugh. She is “Gail” and she has helped Knapp-Greeley negotiate challenges...
Wildcats Conclude Fine Season With Loss To Westinghouse
The Central Clarion Wildcats saw their fine 2023 season come to a close, with a 46-30 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) State Class-AA loss to the Pittsburgh City League (District 8) champion Westinghouse Bulldogs, on Friday, November 17th at PennWest Clarion’s Memorial Stadium. The Wildcats finished at 11-1, with...
High school roundup for Nov. 21, 2023: Armstrong hockey picks up win
Jake Graf scored twice to lead Armstrong to a 5-3 victory over Bishop McCort in PIHL Class 2A hockey Tuesday night. Jonas Miller and Jason Rullo each had a goal and an assist for Armstrong (1-6). Sammy Treager had a hat trick for Bishop McCort (3-4-1). Cathedral Prep 8, Baldwin...
CASH Grad Snider Wins PSAC West Volleyball Athlete of the Year for Clarion
LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – Clarion outside hitter Cassidy Snider, a Conneaut Area High School graduate, became the fifth player in Golden Eagles’ history to earn Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) West Athlete of the Year honors. Snider, a three-time First Team All-PSAC West selection in as many years,...
Huffman-Kahle Connection Has Big Second Half as Redbank Valley Wins “Dogfight” Over Port Allegany for D9 1A Title
BROCKWAY, Pa. – Jaxon Huffman got into a rhythm on the second play from scrimmage in the second half. His next three passes went for 145 yards and two touchdowns as the Bulldogs took the lead for good. Huffman put the finishing touches on with a 3-yard run in...
DEJA VU: Westinghouse Ends Central Clarion’s Season Again in PIAA Class 2A Playoffs
CLARION, Pa. (EYT/D9) — Just like last season, Westinghouse ended Central Clarion’s stellar season, although unlike last season, the Wildcats put up a lot more fight in dropping the 46-30 decision to the Bulldogs on Friday evening at PennWest Clarion University’s Memorial Stadium. Central Clarion led 8-7...
Golden Eagles Fall in Five-Set Thriller Against Gannon in PSAC Championship Match
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — The Golden Eagle volleyball team authored a near-miraculous comeback in the fourth set to force a decisive frame, but Clarion was unable to overcome a persistent effort by Gannon in falling 3-1 (21-25, 25-17, 19-25, 26-24, 10-15) in the 2023 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) championship match.
PIAA State 1A Quarter-Final Preview – Redbank Valley vs. Cambridge Springs
Tagged under: District 10, District 9, News, pfn, Playoffs. This game will be a contrast in offensive styles. Redbank Valley likes to throw the rock to some talented receivers, but they keep you off balance and honest with a decent running game. Cambridge Springs likes to run and pound the ball at you, but they will pass effectively to keep defenses from stacking the box.
Ship U Volleyball drops hard-fought PSAC Semifinal to Clarion in four sets
The Shippensburg University volleyball team dropped a thrilling Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Semifinal in four sets on Friday night to Clarion, the No. 2 team in the Atlantic Region, at Heiges Field House. Set scores were 16-25, 25-16, 22-25 and 21-25. Shippensburg (23-9) rallied from a slow start to...