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Assessing college sports’ changing landscape

With a whirlwind encompassing college sports the last month, it is a safe bet that many fans are thankful that the football season is finally upon us.Between schools moving to new conferences, Name, Image, & Likeness (NIL) deals, and other drama going on in the college sports world, ...

Football Royalty 2023: Coaches speak out on controversial topics

An annual get-together of some of the greatest coaches in WPIAL football history has once again become sort of the unofficial kickoff to the high school football season in Western Pennsylvania.The event is organized each year by my good friend Bill Priatko. It is a chance to gather and break ...

Dongilli to join dad in BVA Football Hall of Fame

Jeremy Dongilli will be part of this year’s Belle Vernon Area Football Hall of Fame class to be inducted at halftime during the Leopards versus McKeesport game on Friday, Sept. 8 with a 7 p.m. kickoff.Dongilli follows in the footsteps of his dad Gary Dongilli who was an outstanding player and ...

Buehner part of a long line of standout athletes

Former Laurel Highlands football and basketball standout Bill Buehner came from a family of athletes.His father Bill played at South Union and Laurel Highlands, and uncles Jack and Bob were Mustang standouts. His mom Diane was a cheerleader.Buehner’s course in athletics was set at an early ...

Uniontown’s Lantz receives prestigious award

Former Uniontown basketball star Stu Lantz added another honor to his great career resume as the recipient of the 75th Los Angeles Area Emmy Governors Award on July 22, recognizing his 36-year career as a broadcast analyst for the Los Angeles Lakers.The award is presented to an individual, ...