11-0. Huh. Who would’ve thought our Pittsburgh Steelers would be the only undefeated team in the NFL through 12 weeks, coming off of a season where the Steelers went 8-8 and ranked last or close to it in almost every offensive statistic. Many have attributed this massive jump in not only offensive but team success…
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After School Steelers Game?
Instead of homework, job, practice, or chores, Steelers fans get to finish the school day and watch a live game against a COVID-reduced version of the third place Baltimore Ravens. Like seemingly everything else in 2020, these Ravens are anything but their normal selves. Many have dubbed this game “Steelers vs Ravens JV,” and while…
Avonworth Golf Team 2020 Wrap Up
In October, the team made it to the WPIALS AA team playoffs and finished 5th out of ten teams at Duck Hollow Golf Course. They were one of the three teams to move to the WPIAL finals. Avonworth placed 10th with 77 points at Boys AA State Golf Championship. Congratulations to Kai Carlson for becoming…
Football 2020 Wrap Up
There were so many unusual sights for the Lopes football team in 2020. All of them are worth reflecting on to see both the success and disappointment players, families, and community members felt while rooting for the defending section champs in 2020. This 2020 football season was harder for the Lopes than last. Last football…
Girls Soccer Reaches WPIAL Championship – 2020 Season Recap
The girls soccer team won 15 games, lost 1, and tied 1. They did amazing this year and they made it to the WPIAL playoffs. They won The Semi-Finals 3-0. They also ranked #3 in the state Although they lost the finals to North Catholic, they had a historic run that starts the 2020’s with…
Down Seasons for Penn State and Pitt Football
In previous years Penn State football has been considered a powerhouse team. They have definitely been better than their in-state rivals the Pitt Panthers, but this year things have changed. Penn State football has known for crushing teams and almost always winning. This year that’s not the case, things have been different this year. Last…
COVID Restrictions Impact Winter Sports
As of Wednesday, November 11th, winter sports have been on a hard pause. No events have been held on campus. Monday evening, November 23rd will be the next decision about the future of winter sports for Lopes athletes. The board will review COVID numbers to discuss if events should remain on pause or not. IMG_1300…
Boys Soccer Season 2020 Wrap Up
The Avonworth Boys Soccer team began the season with a rough start, but was able to pull together impressive games for an overall 2-2 game record. The season began with a game against Steel Valley, who Avonworth ultimately lost with a score of 3 – 2. The team faced a difficult start, but began to…
2020 Cross Country Roundup
The Avonworth boys’ and girls’ cross country teams fought hard this season. They started out strong, with both teams defeating Aquinas Academy, Sewickley Academy, and Penn Hills in September. The girls completed the regular season with a section record of 4 wins and 4 losses. The boys ended the season by crushing Quaker Valley and…
Pittsburgh Pro Sports Recap In the Fall of COVID
COVID 19 paused or cancelled many sporting events, but as the summer moved into fall, fans had the opportunity to watch the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, and NCAA Football all in one overlapping special season. Here’s a small wrap up of all the Black and Gold with a mix of Pitt Blue in there are…