By Chris Adamski
Brian Boehm recently stepped down as coach of the Serra hockey team after five section titles in seven seasons. “I thought we had the best (coaching) staff in Pittsburgh,” Boehm said last week. “I didn’t think anybody had a better overall staff.” Now, a member of that staff has taken …
Sewickley hockey coach named director at Pegula Ice Arena By Nathan Smith
When an opportunity came up at the Pegula Ice Arena, Ryan Patrick couldn’t turn it down. “It is an amazing opportunity,” he said. “I took a tour of the new arena last week, and there is something special going on here. I am lucky to be part of it.” The …
North Allegheny hockey coach has overwhelming passion for the game By Chris Adamski
Jim Black couldn’t be reached until after 11 p.m. Black of Wexford was officiating a dek hockey game with his son at the facility he owns on Mt. Nebo Road. Being busy and up so late isn’t atypical for Black. “You don’t have to worry about me — I don’t …
Sewickley’s Bodine competes in America’s Showcase By Joe Sager
This marks the first year the USA Hockey America’s Showcase has featured girls teams. The tournament, held at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center, …
Team Pittsburgh falls in USA Hockey America’s Showcase final By Joe Sager
The third time was not the charm for Team Pittsburgh. For the third-straight year, Pittsburgh fell in the championship game at the USA Hockey America’s Showcase. This time, Team Illinois held on for the 3-2 triumph Sunday at Robert Morris University Island Sports Center. Team Pittsburgh, made up of juniors …
Hempfield goalie Androkites honored by NAPHL By Brittany Goncar
When the North American Prospects Hockey League announced its All-PHL teams earlier this month, three members of the 18U Viper Stars were recognized for their …
Freeport juniors to skate in hockey showcase By Bill West
Freeport juniors Cole Hepler and Brendon Zack launch javelins and baseballs this time of year, but pucks still beckon. Hepler, Freeport’s top returning javelin thrower, and Zack, an infielder for the Yellowjackets, will shirk their spring sports responsibilities during the next few days to participate in America’s Hockey Showcase at …
Rebuilding Fox Chapel hockey team gets scrimmage action By Marty Stewart
A program that was in limbo made a return to the ice last month and offered a glimmer of hope for the future. The Fox Chapel High School hockey team did not have enough varsity players to produce a team this past winter and the schedule was cancelled. Thanks to …
Pine-Richland hockey team takes silver By Jerry Clark
The Pine-Richland hockey squad has made significant strides under coach Mike Bagnato. The team went from missing the playoffs to making them, then advancing to …
Latrobe captures 4th PIHL Class AA title By Paul Schofield
Shane Brudnok was in goal the last time Latrobe won a PIHL Class AA Penguins Cup title in 2010. The senior stood tall in that …
Quaker Valley defends PIHL Class A title By Chris Adamski
Quaker Valley came into the PIHL Penguins Cup Class A championship game Wednesday having trailed for all of four minutes and 26 seconds. The whole …
Pine-Richland advances to Penguins Cup Finals By Jerry Clark
If there is a downside to success, it is the tremendous expectation to keep it up. From 2006-2008, the Pine-Richland hockey team captured two Class …
Quaker Valley hockey sets standard for success By Doug Gulasy
Coach Kevin Quinn had one goal for the fledgling Quaker Valley hockey problem before its first varsity season in 1997 — he wanted a team …
TJ’s forecast looks bright for 2013-14 PIHL season By Ray Fisher
The early prognosis for the 2013-14 for the Thomas Jefferson varsity hockey team evokes optimism. This past season, the Jaguars skated to first place in section play, finished with a 14-8 regular-season record, and advanced to the PIHL Class A playoffs. Thomas Jefferson dropped a tough 4-3 decision in overtime …
Smith finishes as runner-up at state event By Michael Love9:00 p.m.
Gateway junior Tori Smith was the only bowler to record 200-plus scores in each of the six qualifying-round games during Friday’s girls singles tournament at …
Another Valasek heading to Mercyhurst to play hockey By Bill West
Kevin Valasek’s graduation and departure for college a year ago broke up one of the most formidable scoring tandems in Ford City hockey history. Jesse …
Hampton’s run at the Penguins Cup falls short By Jerry Clark
It’s not easy to get to the PHIL Penguins Cup playoffs, let alone win once you get in. The Hampton Talbots’ hockey squad got off …
Shaler hockey drops opening-round playoff game By Jerry Clark
Every season, Shaler hockey coach Curt Hetz talks with assistant coach Larry Gallic, and their goal is to take the team they are given and …
Pine-Richland hockey moves past Cathedral Prep By Shawn Annarelli
Pine-Richland knew it would be in for a physical hockey game against Cathedral Prep, but it also knew that it could take advantage of an …
Defensive dominance pacing Quaker Valley hockey By Doug Gulasy
The Quaker Valley hockey team wanted to begin its postseason run with a defensive mindset. Getting a shutout was just an added bonus. The Quakers …
Central Catholic eliminates Knights By Matt Grubba
Norwin recovered from a slow start, but a flying finish by Central Catholic put an end to the Knights’ season. Jesse Yeckel scored the game-winning …
