In 2022 there were many incredible highlights for our sports program. Overall this year, our teams excelled and achieved many goals that the athletes didn’t even know were possible. Each team and individual worked so hard and challenged themselves and each other to be the best they could be. It wouldn’t have been 2022 without…
Category: Sports
Steelers and NFL Fans React to Franco Harris’ Death
Days before the 50th anniversary rematch between the Raiders and the Steelers, running back Franco Harris passed away at the age of 72. Part of what was voted recently as the greatest play in NFL history, Harris was scheduled to have his jersey retired during the Christmas Eve game at Acrisure stadium on Saturday. …
Best of 2022: MLB Hitters
This year the MLB had some outstanding athletes who are continuously improving their stats and breaking new records. There are many athletes who are outstanding players, but the numbers might not always stand out in their stats. Here are the top 5 hitters in the MLB during the 2022 season based on stats: 5)…
Two Seniors Ready for National Championship in Fishing Competition
On Monday, October 31st, Physical Education teacher Mr. Coffin shared positive news with the staff: Please join me in congratulating Luke Behon and Nate Neuherz for qualifying for the Bass Nation NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP!! They have come so close for the past few years and finally got over the hump!! Believe it or not, this can lead…
2022 Girls Soccer Continues WPIAL Championship Run
Girls soccer returns to Highmark stadium for the second year in a row to compete for the WPIAL championship. After 3 section losses in the regular season, two against rival North Catholic, the girls started playoffs with a powerful win. “Saturday in our quarter final matchup we played Keystone Oaks, and the girls were very…
Houston Astros Win 2022 World Series: Grit And Perseverance This Year Overshadows Reputation for Cheating
The 2022 World Series started off with a close battle with the Philadelphia Phillies beating the Houston Astros in a close and challenging battle, 6-5. Both teams had been extremely dominant throughout both the playoffs and the regular season, but some of the players that truly shined were Bryce Harper and José Altuve for both…
2022 Girls Volleyball Secures PIAA State Playoff Spot
The 2022 Lady Lopes won the section over Sto-Rox, Freedom, New Brighton, Hopewell, Central Valley, and Quaker Valley. Heading into the playoffs, they are 3rd beneath Shenango and Freeport. The 2022 Class 2A Section 4 All-Stars included first-team Sam Blose, Sophie Culley, Mary Gannon, and Nora Kate Gavin. The second team had Victoria Huffmyer and…
Some Key Play Makers Lead 2022 Varsity Hockey to a Hot Start
Outside of a lopsided 7-2 loss to Quaker Valley, AHS Hockey is 5-1 with 2 wins against Wheeling Park, along with single game defeats of Moon, Beaver, and North Hills. The Antelopes have 35 goals for and 24 goals against and is in first place in Class A gold. Senior Braeden Penrose leads the team…
Claypool Trade To the Bears For a 2nd Round Pick a Finesse
Today the 2-6 Pittsburgh Steelers traded the 3-year player Chase Claypool to the 3-5 Chicago Bears. In return, the Steelers will receive a 2nd round draft pick in the 2023 NFL draft. “Mapletron” has been a mediocre player for the Steelers this season, only recording 32 catches and 311 yards for 1 touchdown as of…
Avonworth E-Sports Beats Rival North Catholic
Captained by Junior Jackson Shields, Avonworth E-Sports beat the two-time state champs North Catholic 3-1 in a best of 5 series. Avonworth remains undefeated and the Trojans had their first loss of the season. “This is a HUGE deal,” wrote Mrs. Shumaker, faculty general manager of the esports team, “Their team has a player who…