By Kevin Gorman
Neither DeAndre Kane nor Sheldon Jeter have announced that they are transferring to Pitt. It is considered a mere formality, as both basketball players are expected to fill major needs for the Panthers in the future. That would give Pitt three Western Pennsylvania players for the first time in two …
Prospect watch: Delvon Simmons, McKeesport/Texas Tech By Kevin Gorman
DELVON SIMMONS The most heavily regarded football recruit in Western Pennsylvania this spring might not be a high school prospect but rather one with two …
Quaker Valley runner to continue career at Southern New Hampshire By Nathan Smith
Quaker Valley’s Josh Szymanski said getting a good education was top priority when choosing a college. Being able to run cross country was just an added bonus. The senior recently signed his letter of intent to run cross country at Southern New Hampshire University, where he plans to study game …
Bishop Canevin softball’s Klein signs with Carlow By Nathan Smith
Bishop Canevin senior Hayley Klein just knew Carlow was the perfect fit. “They have a great nursing program, and it is close to home,” Klein …
Gorman: Obama’s Porter living up to his name on court By Kevin Gorman
Not wanting to ride his father’s reputation, even if his name is Darelle Porter Jr., the son goes by his initials. D.J. Porter is looking to distinguish himself from his dad, and not just by name. Darelle Porter starred at Brashear and Perry and then at Pitt, where he scored …
Trib prospect: Beaver Falls guard Drew Cook By Kevin Gorman
DREW COOK Given that he was named first-team all-state after leading Beaver Falls to WPIAL and PIAA Class AA championships, it’s no wonder Drew Cook …
Bishop Canevin hoops duo commits to Point Park By Nathan Smith
Bishop Canevin senior basketball players Carly Forse and Celina DiPietro signed their letters of intent last week to continue their playing careers at Point Park. …
Fox Chapel kicker commits to Case Western By Marty Stewart
Fox Chapel High School senior Ben Mroz will be attending Case Western Reserve University next year. Mroz was the placekicker for the Foxes for the …
Penn-Trafford athletes prepare for college By Doug Gulasy
Six more Penn-Trafford seniors will continue their athletic careers next season at the Division I or Division II levels. Seniors Mia Barchetti (golf), Haley Borkovich …
Pine-Richland lineman headed to Waynesburg By Jerry Clark
As an offensive lineman for Pine-Richland, Mike Keefer said he spent his fair share of time working with athletic trainers. His play on the field, …
Frazier’s Fell commits to Juniata College By Staff Reports
Frazier High School senior Jaime Fell will play football and continue his education at Juniata College. As a wide receiver and defensive back, Fell earned All-Fayette County and All-Tri-County South Conference honors in 2011-12. He was a 2012 second-team selection for the Pennsylvania Football News Class A all-state team. Fell …
Gorman: For TJ’s Cherpak, recruiting becoming ‘bizarre’ By Kevin Gorman
Upon finishing Chase Winovich’s highlight tape, Bill Cherpak predicted that the Thomas Jefferson linebacker would be a coveted recruit. So it’s no surprise to the TJ coach that Winovich has about 30 scholarship offers and is at the center of an intense recruiting battle between Big Ten arch-rivals Michigan and …
Trib Prospect: Beaver Falls’ Elijah Cottrill By Kevin Gorman
Football was always Elijah Cottrill’s first love, but basketball is starting to win his heart over. The Beaver Falls two-sport star is a Division I …
Clarion looks to be next step for Freeport’s McKillop By D.j. Vasil
After enjoying success at Freeport High School, standout offensive lineman Shane McKillop has decided to continue his football career at Division II Clarion University. The …
Norwin soccer standout Bolden commits to PSU Behrend By Doug Gulasy
Although Brea Bolden lettered in soccer during her sophomore and junior seasons, she really came on as a senior starter for the Knights. She hopes …
Hampton’s Pilarski signs with Seton Hill By Jerry Clark
Last week was a whirlwind to say the least for Hampton’s Sara Pilarski. The senior forward for the girls basketball team signed her letter of …
Penn-Trafford’s Winslow to wrestle at Wheeling Jesuit By Doug Gulasy
Ryan Winslow took the one and only timeout of his high school wrestling career in his final match for Penn-Trafford. While wrestling in the 220-pound …
Gorman: Quips’ Henry, Lebo’s Bookser make ESPN list By Kevin Gorman
Dravon Henry turned an afternoon nap into a deep sleep that lasted into late Friday night. When the Aliquippa junior defensive back finally awoke, it was to good news. Henry was one of two WPIAL players named to ESPN’s first national ranking of the top 150 players in the Class …
Trib Prospect: Gateway’s Anthony Davis By Kevin Gorman
ANTHONY DAVIS When it comes to playing cornerback, Anthony Davis has a reputation for being a ball hawk. Or ball hog. Davis made up for not playing offense by getting his hands on the ball on defense last season. His seven interceptions were tied for most in the WPIAL. “I’m …
Blackhawk’s Kincade de-commits from Pitt By Jerry Dipaola
Blackhawk junior quarterback Chandler Kincade, who has been part of Pitt’s 2014 recruiting class for the past 18 months, de-committed Thursday, saying he doesn’t believe …
Three KO senior football players sign their LOIs By Nathan Smith
Three Keystone Oaks senior football players signed their letters of intent to continue their playing careers last week. Senior lineman Ryan Carroll signed his letter …
Norwin’s Roth to play soccer for Pitt Johnstown By Doug Gulasy
Danielle Roth’s soccer career at Norwin ended two seasons ago, but that won’t stop her from representing her high school at the next level. Roth …
2 Gateway football players commit to Temple By Chris Harlan
Gateway’s Delvon Randall and Brenon Thrift have made plans to reunite with their former high school coach. The two football recruits gave verbal commitments Saturday …
Mt. Lebanon’s Apke commits to Penn State By Scott Brown
Penn State received its fourth verbal commitment — and first from a WPIAL player — when Mount Lebanon wide receiver Troy Apke accepted a scholarship …
Gorman: McConnell-Serio must make Pitt a perfect pick By Kevin Gorman
Pitt athletic director Steve Pederson couldn’t resist taking a dig at an arch-rival while playfully poking fun at the Panthers’ new women’s basketball coach by calling out Suzie McConnell-Serio for questionable judgment in selecting a college. What was intended as a wisecrack in a news conference full of them Friday …
Trib Prospect: Blackhawk’s Chandler Kincade By Kevin Gorman
CHANDLER KINCADE Chandler Kincade is no newcomer to recruiting, which is why he visited seven schools this past winter despite committing to Pitt as a …
Gorman: Dixon doesn’t think Pitt has a problem By Kevin Gorman
Pitt basketball fans are preparing to panic now that Steven Adams declared for the NBA Draft and the Panthers are left with only one returning player taller than 6-foot-6. Down on Jamie Dixon? Don’t be. The Pitt coach was unflappable in addressing Adams’ decision and the transfer of Trey Zeigler, …
Prospect watch: Mt. Lebanon’s Alex Bookser By Kevin Gorman
ALEX BOOKSER 6-foot-6, 295 pounds, OL-DL, Mt. Lebanon Alex Bookser paid attention to the media following his Twitter account, so he decided to play an …
Norwin's Sabol signs with top NAIA football team By Matt Grubba
Cody Sabol already knew where he wanted to go to college. The chance to play football there comes as an added bonus. Sabol, a senior receiver and linebacker for Norwin, will join a class of 20 recruits this fall at NAIA school Kentucky Christian University, located in the small town …
Gorman: Minnie’s PIAA play a ‘Cinderella story’ By Kevin Gorman
Elijah Minnie endured one of the biggest recruiting ordeals in recent Western Pennsylvania history without ever receiving a scholarship offer. That’s about to change. Minnie was ruled ineligible by the WPIAL and PIAA when Monessen contested his transfer to Lincoln Park, a charter school in Midland, alleging that he was …
Prospect Watch: New Castle’s Malik Hooker By Kevin Gorman
MALIK Hooker 6-foot-2, 165 pounds, WR/DB, SG, New Castle New Castle’s Malik Hooker always saw himself as a basketball player, but one season of varsity …
