Girls scoring
Through Jan. 17
Name, school G Pts. Avg.
Sowers, B-C 7 128 18.3
Pattison, McG 8 137 17.1
Moluski, Cal. 9 148 16.4
Temple, Avella 8 128 16.0
Ward, Mon. 7 105 15.0
Iacovino, Charleroi 6 87 14.5
Hansen, C-M 12 172 14.3
Schrader, Mon. 7 99 14.1
Wagner, Cal. 9 122 13.6
Rosemeier, C-H 9 115 12.8
Shashura, B-C 7 89 12.7
T. Bonacci, Burg. 10 126 12.6
Dickerson, Maple. 9 112 12.4
McMasters, Cal. 9 110 12.2
Sweat, Trinity 9 107 11.9
Flament, Charleroi 6 70 11.7
Lucsko, McG 8 88 11.0
Cree, Carm. 11 119 10.8
Stuvek, Carm. 11 118 10.7
Phillis, Burg. 10 106 10.6
Barr, Avella 8 84 10.5
Bellhy, FC 10 103 10.3
Statistics reflect games reported to the Observer-Reporter. To update statistics, please call 724-222-6397 after 5 p.m. or e-mail mkovak@observer-reporter.com.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Saturday, January 16, 2010
APB, Where are they Now?
During her days at Carmichaels High School, Abby McMinn was one busy student-athlete.
A 2001 Carmichaels graduate, McMinn played volleyball, basketball and softball in addition to cheerleading. During the 2000-01 basketball season, she became the first girls player in Carmichaels history to have 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in a career. Megan Stuvek joined that exclusive list a few years later.
She finished her varsity career with 14 letters, the most in school history. Her best sport was softball and McMinn started as a freshman on Carmichaels' 1999 PIAA Class AA championship team. She went on to play at Division II California University, where she started at catcher.
This week, The Varsity Letters issues an All Points Bulletin for McMinn.
Last week's APB for former Fort Cherry standout Josh Kemp was answered. Kemp is currently an assistant boys basketball coach at Fort Cherry.
Anyone knowing McMinn's whereabouts is urged to contact The Varsity Letters.
A 2001 Carmichaels graduate, McMinn played volleyball, basketball and softball in addition to cheerleading. During the 2000-01 basketball season, she became the first girls player in Carmichaels history to have 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in a career. Megan Stuvek joined that exclusive list a few years later.
She finished her varsity career with 14 letters, the most in school history. Her best sport was softball and McMinn started as a freshman on Carmichaels' 1999 PIAA Class AA championship team. She went on to play at Division II California University, where she started at catcher.
This week, The Varsity Letters issues an All Points Bulletin for McMinn.
Last week's APB for former Fort Cherry standout Josh Kemp was answered. Kemp is currently an assistant boys basketball coach at Fort Cherry.
Anyone knowing McMinn's whereabouts is urged to contact The Varsity Letters.
Local basketball rankings
Boys
1. South Fayette (AA) 9-0
2. Trinity (AAA) 9-2
3. Peters Township (AAAA) 8-5
4. Washington (AA) 8-4
5. Chartiers-Houston (AA) 8-1
Girls
1. South Fayette (AA) 8-2
2. Peters Township (AAAA) 5-8
3. Charleroi (AA) 7-1
4. Beth-Center (AA) 8-2
5. Monessen (A) 7-1
1. South Fayette (AA) 9-0
2. Trinity (AAA) 9-2
3. Peters Township (AAAA) 8-5
4. Washington (AA) 8-4
5. Chartiers-Houston (AA) 8-1
Girls
1. South Fayette (AA) 8-2
2. Peters Township (AAAA) 5-8
3. Charleroi (AA) 7-1
4. Beth-Center (AA) 8-2
5. Monessen (A) 7-1
Friday, January 15, 2010
WPIAL girls basketball rankings
Just a little late on these this week.
Class AAAA
1. Mt. Lebanon 11-2
2. Bethel Park 11-1
3. Baldwin 10-2
4. Fox Chapel 10-1
5. Shaler 10-1
Class AAA
1. New Castle 11-0
2. Hopewell 11-0
3. Indiana 10-0
4. Chartiers Valley 8-4
5. Hampton 9-2
Class AA
1. Greensburg Central Catholic 10-0
2. Avonworth 11-0
3. Beaver 9-2
4. Seton-La Salle 9-4
5. Jeannette 10-1
Class A
1. North Catholic 9-2
2. Rochester 11-2
3. Quigley 9-2
4. Monessen 6-1
5. Vincentian Academy 7-4
Class AAAA
1. Mt. Lebanon 11-2
2. Bethel Park 11-1
3. Baldwin 10-2
4. Fox Chapel 10-1
5. Shaler 10-1
Class AAA
1. New Castle 11-0
2. Hopewell 11-0
3. Indiana 10-0
4. Chartiers Valley 8-4
5. Hampton 9-2
Class AA
1. Greensburg Central Catholic 10-0
2. Avonworth 11-0
3. Beaver 9-2
4. Seton-La Salle 9-4
5. Jeannette 10-1
Class A
1. North Catholic 9-2
2. Rochester 11-2
3. Quigley 9-2
4. Monessen 6-1
5. Vincentian Academy 7-4
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
AP releases all-state football team
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AAAA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
OFFENSE
Quarterback — Drew Loughery, La Salle College, Sr., 6-1, 200.
Running Backs—Joe DeFebo, Wallenpaupack, Sr., 5-7, 185; Darrius Webb, Bethlehem Freedom, Sr., 5-8, 170; Andre Williams, Parkland, Sr., 5-11, 200.
Fullback—Travis Friend, Cumberland Valley, Sr., 6-2, 230.
Tight end—Tyler Beck, West Lawn Wilson, Sr., 6-3, 230.
Wide receivers—Dan Cason, East Stroudsburg South, Sr., 6-3, 180; Jarrod West, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-6, 195; Salath Williams, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-4, 185.
Offensive linemen—Dusty Galich, McDowell, Sr., 6-3, 260; Mike Laskowski, State College, Sr., 6-2, 245; Tom Ricketts, North Allegheny, Sr., 6-5, 260; Steve Szostak, La Salle College, Sr., 6-3, 265; Matt Williams, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-4, 275.
Kicker—Sean Fakete, Central Dauphin, Sr., 5-10, 155.
All-purpose—Corey Brown, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-1, 185; Bryan Dean, Neshaminy, Sr., 5-7, 165; Brendon Felder, Gateway Sr., 6-0, 170.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Kyle Baublitz, Central York, Sr., 6-5, 258; Richard Gray, Woodland Hills, Sr., 6-2, 240; Aaron Donald, Penn Hills, Sr., 6-2, 270.
Defensive linemen—Sharrif Floyd, George Washington, Sr., 6-3, 310; Khaynin Mosley-Smith, Woodland Hills, Sr., 6-1, 285.
Linebackers—Adam Lazenga, Bethel Park, Sr., 6-0, 230; Mike Hull, Canon-McMillan, Sr., 6-1, 220; Mike Huf, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-3, 235; Mike Labor, Saint Joseph’s Prep, Sr., 6-3, 215; Ryan Saraceni, La Salle College, Sr., 5-11, 205.
Defensive backs—Cullen Christian, Penn Hills, Sr., 6-1, 185; Jon Duckett, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 205; Trevor Harman, Cumberland Valley, Sr., 6-1, 180; Dom Mills, State College, Sr., 6-3, 235.
Punter—Cody Webster, Central Dauphin East, Sr., 6-4, 180.
All-purpose—Orne Bey, Gateway, Sr., 5-9, 175; Anthony Gonzalez, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-3, 193; Alex Kenney, State College, Sr., 6-0, 185.
SECOND TEAM
OFFENSE
Quarterback—Matt Johnson, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Jr., 6-2, 185.
Running backs—Jamal Abdur-Rahman, La Salle College, Jr., 5-10, 175; Drew Harris, Downingtown East, Soph., 6-2, 195; Dom Timbers, Woodland Hills, Sr., 5-9, 185.
Fullback—Darien Robinson, McKeesport, Sr., 6-0, 205.
Tight end—Ralph Reeves, Lansdale North Penn, Sr., 6-3, 230.
Wide receivers—Omar Black, Abraham Lincoln, Sr., 6-2, 200; Matt Bundy, Penncrest, Sr., 6-0, 165; Sam Feleccia, La Salle College, Sr., 6-3, 225.
Offensive linemen—Seth Betancourt, Saint Joseph’s Prep, Sr., 6-6, 295; Giles Campbell, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-1, 260; Joe Laukaitis, Upper St. Clair, Sr., 6-2, 270; Miles Dieffenbach, Fox Chapel, Sr., 6-5, 285; J.D. Dzurko, Lansdale North Penn, Sr., 6-2, 270.
Kicker—Tom Weathers, Penncrest, Jr., 6-4, 170.
All-purpose—Rob Kalkstein, Gateway, Sr., 5-10, 170; Colin Masterson, Ridley, Sr., 6-1, 170; Bret Gillespie, Downingtown West, Sr., 6-2, 195.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Steve Sinnott, La Salle College, Sr., 6-4, 230; Dante Holmes, Bethlehem Liberty, Soph., 6-3, 210.
Defensive linemen—Taj Alexander, Downingtown East, Sr., 6-6, 285; Taray Carey, Whitehall, Sr., 6-2, 200; Stefan Belle, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 260.
Linebackers—Robert Basile, Quakertown, Sr., 6-1, 215; Patrick Murphy, Easton, Sr., 6-0, 215; Kasey Gallagher, McDowell, Sr., 6-2, 225; Carlos Brown, McKeesport, Sr., 6-2, 235; Gabe Stein, Souderton, Sr., 5-10, 200.
Defensive backs—Corey Ford, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 5-11, 170; Jashaad Gaddy, Easton, Sr., 6-2, 200; Dayonne Nunley, Gateway, Sr., 5-8, 165; Marcus Simpson, Central Dauphin, Sr., 5-10, 165.
Punter—Keith Stambaugh, Spring Grove, Jr., 5-8, 150.
All-purpose—Jesse Della Valle, Shaler, Sr., 6-1, 175; Bre Ford, Bethel Park, Jr., 5-11, 190; Colby Way, State College, Sr., 6-3, 235.
Player of the year—Sharrif Floyd, George Washington.
Coach of the year—Drew Gordon, La Salle College.
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AAA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Tyler Smith, Wilson Area, Sr., 6-5, 195.
Running backs—Ryan Brumfield, Owen J. Roberts, Jr., 5-10, 180; Mike Caputo, West Allegheny, Jr., 6-1, 190; Rushel Shell, Hopewell, Soph., 6-0, 210.
Fullback—Joe Gruber, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 210.
Tight end—Cody Plesnar, Dallas, Sr., 6-1, 210.
Wide receivers—Jim Giasante, Thomas Jefferson, Sr., 6-2, 200; Ryan Keiser, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-2, 185; Kowan Scott, Wilson Area, Jr., 6-4, 170.
Offensive linemen— Sal Conaboy, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-5, 255; Brad McKeone, Pottsville, Jr., 6-4, 305; Sean Hickey, Franklin Regional, Sr., 6-6, 290; Alex Davis, Strong Vincent, Sr., 6-3, 275; Jon Trego, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-0, 230.
Kicker—Taylor Groff, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 165.
All-purpose—Ben Dupree, Susquehanna Township, Sr., 5-9, 185; Jon Monteiro, Daniel Boone, Sr., 6-2, 200; Jerry Rahill, Archbishop Wood, Sr., 6-1, 185.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Roy Dennis, Berwick, Jr., 6-2, 220; Dakota Royer, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-3, 220.
Defensive linemen—Spencer Myers, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-3, 230; Evan Craig, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-1, 285; Mitchell Stead, Daniel Boone, Sr., 6-3, 225.
Linebackers—Jordan Paskorz, Hampton, Sr., 6-4, 230; Arron Achey, Elco, Sr., 6-2, 210; Sean Sadosky, St. Marys, Sr., 6-1 210; Preston Hamlette, Pottsgrove, Sr., 5-10, 210; John Snyder, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Terrell Chestnut, Pottsgrove, Jr., 5-11, 175; Braedon Pennington, Punxsutawney, Sr., 5-11, 185; Matt Hundenski, Hopewell, Sr., 5-10, 185; Scott Adkins, Archbishop Wood, Sr., 5-8, 170.
Punter—Matt Kirkpatrick, Upper Perkiomen, Sr., 6-1, 180.
All-purpose—Casey Ebersole, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 165; Shyquawn Pulliam, Cathedral Prep, Sr., 5-10, 175.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Brendan Nosovitch, Allentown Cent. Cath., Soph., 6-2, 185.
Running backs—Matt Craig, Springfield-Delco, Jr., 5-10, 180; Kevin Kelley, Conestoga Valley, Sr., 5-7, 150; Justin Wiley, Cathedral Prep, Jr., 5-11, 173.
Fullback—Ethan Hornberger, Kennard-Dale, Sr., 6-2, 240.
Tight end—Kyle Shuck, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-1, 220.
Wide receivers—Trey Campman, Clearfield, Sr., 6-2, 171; Dan Gay, West York, Sr., 6-2, 200; Ben Simmen, West Allegheny, Sr., 6-3, 175.
Offensive linemen—Zack McMenamin, Interboro, Jr., 5-10, 205; Arthur Doakes, Lebanon, Sr., 6-6, 360; Tim Johnson, West Allegheny, Sr., 6-0, 270; Rob LaPorte, Manheim Central, Jr., 6-4, 310; Matt Lippincott, Wilson Area, Sr., 6-3, 280.
Kicker—Chris Rodrigues, Wilson Area, Sr., 5-10, 150.
All-purpose—Rondell White, Bayard Rustin, Sr., 5-10, 180; D.J. Robinson, Conrad Weiser, Jr., 5-7, 160; Cory Briggs, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-3, 200.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Dave McFadden, Allentown Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-6, 210; Dom Gianoni, Cathedral Prep, Sr., 6-3, 210; Morgan Craig, Abington Heights, Jr., 6-4, 230.
Defensive linemen—Alex Zupanovich, West Allegheny, Sr., 5-11, 255; Kayvon Greene, Pottsgrove, Jr., 6-2, 210; Darion Bundy, West York, Sr., 6-1, 185; Robert Terrell, Susquehanna Township, 6-0, 230.
Linebackers—Luke Rhodes, Hollidaysburg, Jr., 6-2, 225; Ron Skinner, Uniontown, Jr., 5-10, 175; Seth Lauver, Selinsgrove, Jr., 6-2, 245.
Defensive backs—Ray Mosby, Wilson Area, Sr., 5-7, 170; James Fruehan, Abington Heights, Jr., 5-9, 165; Dylan Anderson, Southern Lehigh, Sr., 6-1, 170; Ed Hasis, Thomas Jefferson, Sr., 6-1, 180.
Punter—Cody Nuzzo, Bradford, Sr., 5-8, 175.
All-purpose—Manasseh Garner, Brashear, Sr., 6-3, 210; Lonnie Richardson, Strath Haven, Sr., 5-11, 185.
Class AAA player of the year—Ben Dupree, Susquehanna Township.
Class AAA coach of the year—Dave Hess, Selinsgrove.
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Kyle Smith, Lancaster Catholic, Sr., 6-4, 210.
Running backs—Michael Perry, Dunmore, Sr., 5-10, 205; Cody Cook, Beaver Falls, Sr., 5-10, 170; David Miller, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Sr., 5-10, 215.
Fullback—Dusty Reed, Delone Catholic, Sr., 5-10, 185.
Tight end—Bryce Pardoe, Hughesville, Sr., 6-2, 210.
Wide receivers—Andrew Carswell, Sto-Rox, Sr., 6-5, 210; Matt Koontz, Littlestown, Sr., 6-3, 205; Jake Dunn, Panther Valley, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Offensive linemen—Jake Zuzek, West Catholic, Sr., 6-2, 295; Sean Christofferson, Wilmington, Sr., 6-3, 245; Aaron Lamphere, Towanda, Sr., 6-2, 220; Steve McIlhinny, South Fayette, Sr., 6-1, 230; Brandon Bunting, Mount Pleasant, Sr., 6-2, 260.
Kicker—Drake Greer, Bishop Canevin, Sr., 6-4, 190.
All-purpose—Tyler Purvis, Lancaster Catholic, Sr., 6-3, 190; Trent Hurley, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-4, 215; Christian Brumbaugh, South Fayette, Jr., 6-3, 195.
Defense
Defensive ends—Bryan Thomas, Washington, Sr., 6-4, 230; Trevor Demko, Mount Carmel, Sr., 6-6, 225; John Ruppert, West Catholic, Sr., 5-10, 295.
Defensive linemen—Jeff Goyette, Camp Hill Trinity, Sr., 6-0, 200; Pat Mahoney, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Jr., 6-0, 210; Stanley Pugh, Aliquippa, Sr., 6-2, 260.
Linebackers—Trevor Chesla, Towanda, Sr., 6-3, 218; Derrick Burns, Wilmington, Sr., 5-11, 205; Wyatt Benson, Haverford School, Sr., 6-4, 220; R.J. Malson, Greenville, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Tomas Cabrera, Hanover Area, Sr., 6-2, 180; Morgan Holmes, Dunmore, Jr., 5-10, 170; Louis Brown, Sharon, Sr., 6-0, 180; Drew Siegfried, Wyncote Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 185.
Punter—Andrew Cerett, Huntingdon, Sr., 6-5, 255.
All-purpose—Ryan Richards, Panther Valley, Sr., 5-11, 220; Jacob Boy, Moniteau, Sr., 6-4, 200; Admire Carter, Beaver Falls, Sr., 5-8, 185.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Derek Buganza, Brockway, Jr., 5-9, 175.
Running backs—Brandon Holloman, West Catholic, Jr., 5-10, 165; Marquis White, Benjamin Franklin, Sr., 5-10, 165; Cody Remaley, Northern Lehigh, Jr., 5-9, 175.
Fullback—Ed Pavalko, North Schuylkill, Jr., 6-0, 219.
Tight end—Shane Cafferty, Martinsburg Central, Sr., 6-3, 224.
Wide receivers—Mike Vervoot, Brockway, Jr., 5-7, 170; Anthony Bumbulsky, Tamaqua, Sr., 6-5, 175; Graeme Zaparzynski, Blossburg North Penn, Sr., 6-1, 180.
Offensive linemen—Chris Elkins, Beaver Falls, Sr., 6-3, 240; Christian Fruendeberger, Northern Lehigh, Sr., 6-0, 220; Kevin Kulka, General McLane, Sr., 6-1, 210; Bernie Sarra, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Jr., 6-1, 315; Chet Ritter, Hughesville, Sr., 6-2, 290.
Kicker—Dakota Roof, Towanda, Sr., 5-11, 175.
All-purpose—Paul Jones, Sto-Rox, Sr., 6-3, 225; Jordan Stewart, Lancaster Catholic, Jr., 6-1, 195; Stephen Stopper, Loyalsock Township, Sr., 6-0, 205.
Defense
Defensive ends—Jake Wagner, Karns City, Sr., 6-0, 205; Wes Smith, Delone Catholic, Sr., 5-9, 175.
Defensive linemen—Shane Morris, Central Cambria, Jr., 6-3, 250; Ahmad Abuomar, Mount Carmel, Sr., 6-3, 235; Jared Templeton, Tyrone, Jr., 6-4, 270.
Linebackers—Jordan Kerner, Fairview, Jr., 6-6, 230; Matt Brinser, Middletown, Jr., 6-1, 215; Lukas Turley, Center, Jr., 6-2, 200; Eric Conjeski, Beaver Area, Sr., 6-2, 270; Dante Dickens, West Catholic, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Lucas Runk, Martinsburg Central, Jr., 5-10, 180; Zach Hogan, North Schuylkill, Sr., 5-8, 150; Cody Miller, Towanda, Jr., 6-1, 145; Alex Filarsky, Lakeland, Soph., 5-10, 147.
Punter—Blake Berresford, Montoursville, Sr., 6-5, 275.
All-purpose—Kody Flail, North Schuylkill, Jr., 5-10, 178; Michael Ehnot, Dunmore, Sr., 5-10, 165; Mike Kinney, Loyalsock, Soph., 6-2, 210.
Class AA player of the year—Kyle Smith, Lancaster Catholic.
Class AA coach of the year—Bruce Harbach, Lancaster Catholic.
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class A all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Anthony Casciano, Bangor Pius X, Sr., 5-11, 195.
Running backs—Josh Seidel, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-0, 200; Wyatt Straub, Tri-Valley, Sr., 5-9, 170; Deontae Howard, Clairton, Sr., 5-9, 170.
Fullback—Jake Morton, Southern Columbia, Jr., 6-2, 170.
Tight end—Terry Gettings, Rochester, Sr., 6-2, 200.
Wide receivers—Jeff Davis, Steelton-Highspire, Sr., 6-8, 210; Kevin Weatherspoon, Clairton, Sr., 6-0, 185; Brett Zuck, Keystone, Sr., 6-3, 185.
Offensive linemen—Fred Ruff, Delaware Valley Charter, Sr., 6-5, 295; Kyle Holland, Old Forge, Sr., 6-3, 255; Zac Donaldson, Brentwood, Sr., 6-1, 250; Zack Doyle, Bellwood-Antis, Sr., 6-2, 230; Logan Woznicki, Mercyhurst Prep, Sr., 6-1, 250.
Kicker—Dane Domonkos, Bishop McCort, Sr., 5-7, 155.
All-purpose—Desimon Green, Clairton, Jr., 6-5, 220; Trey Johnson, Rochester, Sr., 5-9, 170; Dan Odem, Farrell, Sr., 6-1, 170.
Defense
Defensive ends—Anthony Pioli, Bishop McCort, Sr., 5-11, 220; T.J. Armstrong, Clarion, Fr., 6-2, 185.
Defensive linemen—Shane Rugg, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-3, 240; Josh Rogers, Pottstown St. Pius X, Sr., 6-2, 225; Robert Trudo, Farrell, Jr., 6-5, 265.
Linebackers—Eddie Ball, Clairton, Sr., 5-9, 205; Brandon Small, Clairton, Sr., 5-11, 195; Jake Szoszorek, Iroquois, Sr., 5-8, 205; Greg Ermold, Holy Name, Sr., 5-9, 225; Ron Jackson, Farrell, Sr., 5-9, 195.
Defensive backs—Nick DeGol, Bellwood-Antis, Sr., 5-11, 165; Preston Jefferson, Farrell, Sr., 6-4, 175; Cory Bauer, Brentwood, Jr., 6-1, 180; Zach Petrunak, Portage, Sr., 5-11, 155.
Punter—Dave Bojalad, Elk County Catholic, Jr., 6-2, 215.
All-purpose—Tyler Klinger, Line Mountain, Sr., 5-10, 160; Ben Lohr, Meyersdale, Sr., 6-0, 180; Nick Bolias, Monessen, Jr., 6-0, 185.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Matt McGinley, Tri-Valley, Sr., 6-5, 190.
Running backs—Seth Zaman, Conemaugh Township, Sr., 5-10, 170; Mike Sinosky, Portage, Sr., 5-10, 210; Jed Greslick, Curwensville, Sr., 5-8, 165.
Fullback—Tyler Grosser, Upper Dauphin, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Tight end—Justin Dunlap, Sharpsville, Sr., 6-0, 230.
Wide receivers—Ryan Gaunt, Ferndale, Sr., 5-10, 180; Gary Laucks, York Catholic, Jr., 6-3, 180; Matt Hepler, Tri-Valley, Sr., 6-2, 190.
Offensive linemen—Brad Witcoskie, Southern Columbia, Sr., 5-11, 260; Marcus Foster, Reading Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-2, 230; Eric Roberts, Rochester, Sr., 6-0, 225; Seth Landgraf, Millersburg, Sr., 6-0, 220; Luke Lantzy, United, Sr., 5-10, 240.
Kicker-Matt Gaston, Southern Huntingdon, Sr., 5-10, 175.
All-purpose—Dan Reed, Keystone, Sr., 6-0, 180; Joe Colangelo, Monaca, Sr., 6-0, 180; Martin Long, Pittsburgh North Catholic, Jr., 6-2, 195.
Defense
Defensive ends—Eric Minemyer, Bishop Carroll, Sr., 6-5, 240; Steve Belskey, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-1, 205.
Defensive linemen—Ben Ancheff, Williams Valley, Sr., 6-0, 320; Tyler Lewis, Lakeview, Sr., 6-1, 205; Jared Burger, Union City, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Linebackers—Cody Cooper, Upper Dauphin, Sr., 6-1, 185; Bubba Rue, Clarion, Sr., 6-1, 215; Chaz Merriman, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-0, 210; Joey Rys, Reading Central Cath., Jr., 5-11, 180; Chris Moore, Line Mountain, Sr., 6-0, 225.
Defensive backs—Cole Parkinson, Pottstown St. Pius X, Sr., 6-3, 175; Chad Piccirilli, Sharpsville, Sr., 6-0, 155; Zach Artz, Tri-Valley, Sr., 5-9, 165; Zach Waddell, United, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Punter—Cody Crosby, Eisenhower, Sr., 6-4, 200.
All-purpose—Nick Gmerek, Moshannon Valley, Sr., 5-9, 165; Jimmy Zubek, Avonworth, Sr., 5-9, 175; Fred Caruso, Holy Name, Jr., 5-9, 180.
Class A player of the year—Deontae Howard, Clairton.
Class A coach of the year—Tom Nola, Clairton.
FIRST TEAM
OFFENSE
Quarterback — Drew Loughery, La Salle College, Sr., 6-1, 200.
Running Backs—Joe DeFebo, Wallenpaupack, Sr., 5-7, 185; Darrius Webb, Bethlehem Freedom, Sr., 5-8, 170; Andre Williams, Parkland, Sr., 5-11, 200.
Fullback—Travis Friend, Cumberland Valley, Sr., 6-2, 230.
Tight end—Tyler Beck, West Lawn Wilson, Sr., 6-3, 230.
Wide receivers—Dan Cason, East Stroudsburg South, Sr., 6-3, 180; Jarrod West, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-6, 195; Salath Williams, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-4, 185.
Offensive linemen—Dusty Galich, McDowell, Sr., 6-3, 260; Mike Laskowski, State College, Sr., 6-2, 245; Tom Ricketts, North Allegheny, Sr., 6-5, 260; Steve Szostak, La Salle College, Sr., 6-3, 265; Matt Williams, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-4, 275.
Kicker—Sean Fakete, Central Dauphin, Sr., 5-10, 155.
All-purpose—Corey Brown, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-1, 185; Bryan Dean, Neshaminy, Sr., 5-7, 165; Brendon Felder, Gateway Sr., 6-0, 170.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Kyle Baublitz, Central York, Sr., 6-5, 258; Richard Gray, Woodland Hills, Sr., 6-2, 240; Aaron Donald, Penn Hills, Sr., 6-2, 270.
Defensive linemen—Sharrif Floyd, George Washington, Sr., 6-3, 310; Khaynin Mosley-Smith, Woodland Hills, Sr., 6-1, 285.
Linebackers—Adam Lazenga, Bethel Park, Sr., 6-0, 230; Mike Hull, Canon-McMillan, Sr., 6-1, 220; Mike Huf, Cardinal O’Hara, Sr., 6-3, 235; Mike Labor, Saint Joseph’s Prep, Sr., 6-3, 215; Ryan Saraceni, La Salle College, Sr., 5-11, 205.
Defensive backs—Cullen Christian, Penn Hills, Sr., 6-1, 185; Jon Duckett, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 205; Trevor Harman, Cumberland Valley, Sr., 6-1, 180; Dom Mills, State College, Sr., 6-3, 235.
Punter—Cody Webster, Central Dauphin East, Sr., 6-4, 180.
All-purpose—Orne Bey, Gateway, Sr., 5-9, 175; Anthony Gonzalez, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-3, 193; Alex Kenney, State College, Sr., 6-0, 185.
SECOND TEAM
OFFENSE
Quarterback—Matt Johnson, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Jr., 6-2, 185.
Running backs—Jamal Abdur-Rahman, La Salle College, Jr., 5-10, 175; Drew Harris, Downingtown East, Soph., 6-2, 195; Dom Timbers, Woodland Hills, Sr., 5-9, 185.
Fullback—Darien Robinson, McKeesport, Sr., 6-0, 205.
Tight end—Ralph Reeves, Lansdale North Penn, Sr., 6-3, 230.
Wide receivers—Omar Black, Abraham Lincoln, Sr., 6-2, 200; Matt Bundy, Penncrest, Sr., 6-0, 165; Sam Feleccia, La Salle College, Sr., 6-3, 225.
Offensive linemen—Seth Betancourt, Saint Joseph’s Prep, Sr., 6-6, 295; Giles Campbell, Bethlehem Liberty, Sr., 6-1, 260; Joe Laukaitis, Upper St. Clair, Sr., 6-2, 270; Miles Dieffenbach, Fox Chapel, Sr., 6-5, 285; J.D. Dzurko, Lansdale North Penn, Sr., 6-2, 270.
Kicker—Tom Weathers, Penncrest, Jr., 6-4, 170.
All-purpose—Rob Kalkstein, Gateway, Sr., 5-10, 170; Colin Masterson, Ridley, Sr., 6-1, 170; Bret Gillespie, Downingtown West, Sr., 6-2, 195.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Steve Sinnott, La Salle College, Sr., 6-4, 230; Dante Holmes, Bethlehem Liberty, Soph., 6-3, 210.
Defensive linemen—Taj Alexander, Downingtown East, Sr., 6-6, 285; Taray Carey, Whitehall, Sr., 6-2, 200; Stefan Belle, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 260.
Linebackers—Robert Basile, Quakertown, Sr., 6-1, 215; Patrick Murphy, Easton, Sr., 6-0, 215; Kasey Gallagher, McDowell, Sr., 6-2, 225; Carlos Brown, McKeesport, Sr., 6-2, 235; Gabe Stein, Souderton, Sr., 5-10, 200.
Defensive backs—Corey Ford, Harrisburg Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 5-11, 170; Jashaad Gaddy, Easton, Sr., 6-2, 200; Dayonne Nunley, Gateway, Sr., 5-8, 165; Marcus Simpson, Central Dauphin, Sr., 5-10, 165.
Punter—Keith Stambaugh, Spring Grove, Jr., 5-8, 150.
All-purpose—Jesse Della Valle, Shaler, Sr., 6-1, 175; Bre Ford, Bethel Park, Jr., 5-11, 190; Colby Way, State College, Sr., 6-3, 235.
Player of the year—Sharrif Floyd, George Washington.
Coach of the year—Drew Gordon, La Salle College.
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AAA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Tyler Smith, Wilson Area, Sr., 6-5, 195.
Running backs—Ryan Brumfield, Owen J. Roberts, Jr., 5-10, 180; Mike Caputo, West Allegheny, Jr., 6-1, 190; Rushel Shell, Hopewell, Soph., 6-0, 210.
Fullback—Joe Gruber, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 210.
Tight end—Cody Plesnar, Dallas, Sr., 6-1, 210.
Wide receivers—Jim Giasante, Thomas Jefferson, Sr., 6-2, 200; Ryan Keiser, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-2, 185; Kowan Scott, Wilson Area, Jr., 6-4, 170.
Offensive linemen— Sal Conaboy, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-5, 255; Brad McKeone, Pottsville, Jr., 6-4, 305; Sean Hickey, Franklin Regional, Sr., 6-6, 290; Alex Davis, Strong Vincent, Sr., 6-3, 275; Jon Trego, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-0, 230.
Kicker—Taylor Groff, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 165.
All-purpose—Ben Dupree, Susquehanna Township, Sr., 5-9, 185; Jon Monteiro, Daniel Boone, Sr., 6-2, 200; Jerry Rahill, Archbishop Wood, Sr., 6-1, 185.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Roy Dennis, Berwick, Jr., 6-2, 220; Dakota Royer, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-3, 220.
Defensive linemen—Spencer Myers, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-3, 230; Evan Craig, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-1, 285; Mitchell Stead, Daniel Boone, Sr., 6-3, 225.
Linebackers—Jordan Paskorz, Hampton, Sr., 6-4, 230; Arron Achey, Elco, Sr., 6-2, 210; Sean Sadosky, St. Marys, Sr., 6-1 210; Preston Hamlette, Pottsgrove, Sr., 5-10, 210; John Snyder, Abington Heights, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Terrell Chestnut, Pottsgrove, Jr., 5-11, 175; Braedon Pennington, Punxsutawney, Sr., 5-11, 185; Matt Hundenski, Hopewell, Sr., 5-10, 185; Scott Adkins, Archbishop Wood, Sr., 5-8, 170.
Punter—Matt Kirkpatrick, Upper Perkiomen, Sr., 6-1, 180.
All-purpose—Casey Ebersole, Manheim Central, Sr., 6-0, 165; Shyquawn Pulliam, Cathedral Prep, Sr., 5-10, 175.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Brendan Nosovitch, Allentown Cent. Cath., Soph., 6-2, 185.
Running backs—Matt Craig, Springfield-Delco, Jr., 5-10, 180; Kevin Kelley, Conestoga Valley, Sr., 5-7, 150; Justin Wiley, Cathedral Prep, Jr., 5-11, 173.
Fullback—Ethan Hornberger, Kennard-Dale, Sr., 6-2, 240.
Tight end—Kyle Shuck, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-1, 220.
Wide receivers—Trey Campman, Clearfield, Sr., 6-2, 171; Dan Gay, West York, Sr., 6-2, 200; Ben Simmen, West Allegheny, Sr., 6-3, 175.
Offensive linemen—Zack McMenamin, Interboro, Jr., 5-10, 205; Arthur Doakes, Lebanon, Sr., 6-6, 360; Tim Johnson, West Allegheny, Sr., 6-0, 270; Rob LaPorte, Manheim Central, Jr., 6-4, 310; Matt Lippincott, Wilson Area, Sr., 6-3, 280.
Kicker—Chris Rodrigues, Wilson Area, Sr., 5-10, 150.
All-purpose—Rondell White, Bayard Rustin, Sr., 5-10, 180; D.J. Robinson, Conrad Weiser, Jr., 5-7, 160; Cory Briggs, Selinsgrove, Sr., 6-3, 200.
DEFENSE
Defensive ends—Dave McFadden, Allentown Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-6, 210; Dom Gianoni, Cathedral Prep, Sr., 6-3, 210; Morgan Craig, Abington Heights, Jr., 6-4, 230.
Defensive linemen—Alex Zupanovich, West Allegheny, Sr., 5-11, 255; Kayvon Greene, Pottsgrove, Jr., 6-2, 210; Darion Bundy, West York, Sr., 6-1, 185; Robert Terrell, Susquehanna Township, 6-0, 230.
Linebackers—Luke Rhodes, Hollidaysburg, Jr., 6-2, 225; Ron Skinner, Uniontown, Jr., 5-10, 175; Seth Lauver, Selinsgrove, Jr., 6-2, 245.
Defensive backs—Ray Mosby, Wilson Area, Sr., 5-7, 170; James Fruehan, Abington Heights, Jr., 5-9, 165; Dylan Anderson, Southern Lehigh, Sr., 6-1, 170; Ed Hasis, Thomas Jefferson, Sr., 6-1, 180.
Punter—Cody Nuzzo, Bradford, Sr., 5-8, 175.
All-purpose—Manasseh Garner, Brashear, Sr., 6-3, 210; Lonnie Richardson, Strath Haven, Sr., 5-11, 185.
Class AAA player of the year—Ben Dupree, Susquehanna Township.
Class AAA coach of the year—Dave Hess, Selinsgrove.
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class AA all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Kyle Smith, Lancaster Catholic, Sr., 6-4, 210.
Running backs—Michael Perry, Dunmore, Sr., 5-10, 205; Cody Cook, Beaver Falls, Sr., 5-10, 170; David Miller, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Sr., 5-10, 215.
Fullback—Dusty Reed, Delone Catholic, Sr., 5-10, 185.
Tight end—Bryce Pardoe, Hughesville, Sr., 6-2, 210.
Wide receivers—Andrew Carswell, Sto-Rox, Sr., 6-5, 210; Matt Koontz, Littlestown, Sr., 6-3, 205; Jake Dunn, Panther Valley, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Offensive linemen—Jake Zuzek, West Catholic, Sr., 6-2, 295; Sean Christofferson, Wilmington, Sr., 6-3, 245; Aaron Lamphere, Towanda, Sr., 6-2, 220; Steve McIlhinny, South Fayette, Sr., 6-1, 230; Brandon Bunting, Mount Pleasant, Sr., 6-2, 260.
Kicker—Drake Greer, Bishop Canevin, Sr., 6-4, 190.
All-purpose—Tyler Purvis, Lancaster Catholic, Sr., 6-3, 190; Trent Hurley, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-4, 215; Christian Brumbaugh, South Fayette, Jr., 6-3, 195.
Defense
Defensive ends—Bryan Thomas, Washington, Sr., 6-4, 230; Trevor Demko, Mount Carmel, Sr., 6-6, 225; John Ruppert, West Catholic, Sr., 5-10, 295.
Defensive linemen—Jeff Goyette, Camp Hill Trinity, Sr., 6-0, 200; Pat Mahoney, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Jr., 6-0, 210; Stanley Pugh, Aliquippa, Sr., 6-2, 260.
Linebackers—Trevor Chesla, Towanda, Sr., 6-3, 218; Derrick Burns, Wilmington, Sr., 5-11, 205; Wyatt Benson, Haverford School, Sr., 6-4, 220; R.J. Malson, Greenville, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Tomas Cabrera, Hanover Area, Sr., 6-2, 180; Morgan Holmes, Dunmore, Jr., 5-10, 170; Louis Brown, Sharon, Sr., 6-0, 180; Drew Siegfried, Wyncote Bishop McDevitt, Sr., 6-1, 185.
Punter—Andrew Cerett, Huntingdon, Sr., 6-5, 255.
All-purpose—Ryan Richards, Panther Valley, Sr., 5-11, 220; Jacob Boy, Moniteau, Sr., 6-4, 200; Admire Carter, Beaver Falls, Sr., 5-8, 185.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Derek Buganza, Brockway, Jr., 5-9, 175.
Running backs—Brandon Holloman, West Catholic, Jr., 5-10, 165; Marquis White, Benjamin Franklin, Sr., 5-10, 165; Cody Remaley, Northern Lehigh, Jr., 5-9, 175.
Fullback—Ed Pavalko, North Schuylkill, Jr., 6-0, 219.
Tight end—Shane Cafferty, Martinsburg Central, Sr., 6-3, 224.
Wide receivers—Mike Vervoot, Brockway, Jr., 5-7, 170; Anthony Bumbulsky, Tamaqua, Sr., 6-5, 175; Graeme Zaparzynski, Blossburg North Penn, Sr., 6-1, 180.
Offensive linemen—Chris Elkins, Beaver Falls, Sr., 6-3, 240; Christian Fruendeberger, Northern Lehigh, Sr., 6-0, 220; Kevin Kulka, General McLane, Sr., 6-1, 210; Bernie Sarra, Greensburg Cent. Cath., Jr., 6-1, 315; Chet Ritter, Hughesville, Sr., 6-2, 290.
Kicker—Dakota Roof, Towanda, Sr., 5-11, 175.
All-purpose—Paul Jones, Sto-Rox, Sr., 6-3, 225; Jordan Stewart, Lancaster Catholic, Jr., 6-1, 195; Stephen Stopper, Loyalsock Township, Sr., 6-0, 205.
Defense
Defensive ends—Jake Wagner, Karns City, Sr., 6-0, 205; Wes Smith, Delone Catholic, Sr., 5-9, 175.
Defensive linemen—Shane Morris, Central Cambria, Jr., 6-3, 250; Ahmad Abuomar, Mount Carmel, Sr., 6-3, 235; Jared Templeton, Tyrone, Jr., 6-4, 270.
Linebackers—Jordan Kerner, Fairview, Jr., 6-6, 230; Matt Brinser, Middletown, Jr., 6-1, 215; Lukas Turley, Center, Jr., 6-2, 200; Eric Conjeski, Beaver Area, Sr., 6-2, 270; Dante Dickens, West Catholic, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Defensive backs—Lucas Runk, Martinsburg Central, Jr., 5-10, 180; Zach Hogan, North Schuylkill, Sr., 5-8, 150; Cody Miller, Towanda, Jr., 6-1, 145; Alex Filarsky, Lakeland, Soph., 5-10, 147.
Punter—Blake Berresford, Montoursville, Sr., 6-5, 275.
All-purpose—Kody Flail, North Schuylkill, Jr., 5-10, 178; Michael Ehnot, Dunmore, Sr., 5-10, 165; Mike Kinney, Loyalsock, Soph., 6-2, 210.
Class AA player of the year—Kyle Smith, Lancaster Catholic.
Class AA coach of the year—Bruce Harbach, Lancaster Catholic.
The Pennsylvania sports writers’ Class A all-state high school football team, as chosen by a statewide panel:
FIRST TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Anthony Casciano, Bangor Pius X, Sr., 5-11, 195.
Running backs—Josh Seidel, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-0, 200; Wyatt Straub, Tri-Valley, Sr., 5-9, 170; Deontae Howard, Clairton, Sr., 5-9, 170.
Fullback—Jake Morton, Southern Columbia, Jr., 6-2, 170.
Tight end—Terry Gettings, Rochester, Sr., 6-2, 200.
Wide receivers—Jeff Davis, Steelton-Highspire, Sr., 6-8, 210; Kevin Weatherspoon, Clairton, Sr., 6-0, 185; Brett Zuck, Keystone, Sr., 6-3, 185.
Offensive linemen—Fred Ruff, Delaware Valley Charter, Sr., 6-5, 295; Kyle Holland, Old Forge, Sr., 6-3, 255; Zac Donaldson, Brentwood, Sr., 6-1, 250; Zack Doyle, Bellwood-Antis, Sr., 6-2, 230; Logan Woznicki, Mercyhurst Prep, Sr., 6-1, 250.
Kicker—Dane Domonkos, Bishop McCort, Sr., 5-7, 155.
All-purpose—Desimon Green, Clairton, Jr., 6-5, 220; Trey Johnson, Rochester, Sr., 5-9, 170; Dan Odem, Farrell, Sr., 6-1, 170.
Defense
Defensive ends—Anthony Pioli, Bishop McCort, Sr., 5-11, 220; T.J. Armstrong, Clarion, Fr., 6-2, 185.
Defensive linemen—Shane Rugg, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-3, 240; Josh Rogers, Pottstown St. Pius X, Sr., 6-2, 225; Robert Trudo, Farrell, Jr., 6-5, 265.
Linebackers—Eddie Ball, Clairton, Sr., 5-9, 205; Brandon Small, Clairton, Sr., 5-11, 195; Jake Szoszorek, Iroquois, Sr., 5-8, 205; Greg Ermold, Holy Name, Sr., 5-9, 225; Ron Jackson, Farrell, Sr., 5-9, 195.
Defensive backs—Nick DeGol, Bellwood-Antis, Sr., 5-11, 165; Preston Jefferson, Farrell, Sr., 6-4, 175; Cory Bauer, Brentwood, Jr., 6-1, 180; Zach Petrunak, Portage, Sr., 5-11, 155.
Punter—Dave Bojalad, Elk County Catholic, Jr., 6-2, 215.
All-purpose—Tyler Klinger, Line Mountain, Sr., 5-10, 160; Ben Lohr, Meyersdale, Sr., 6-0, 180; Nick Bolias, Monessen, Jr., 6-0, 185.
SECOND TEAM
Offense
Quarterback—Matt McGinley, Tri-Valley, Sr., 6-5, 190.
Running backs—Seth Zaman, Conemaugh Township, Sr., 5-10, 170; Mike Sinosky, Portage, Sr., 5-10, 210; Jed Greslick, Curwensville, Sr., 5-8, 165.
Fullback—Tyler Grosser, Upper Dauphin, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Tight end—Justin Dunlap, Sharpsville, Sr., 6-0, 230.
Wide receivers—Ryan Gaunt, Ferndale, Sr., 5-10, 180; Gary Laucks, York Catholic, Jr., 6-3, 180; Matt Hepler, Tri-Valley, Sr., 6-2, 190.
Offensive linemen—Brad Witcoskie, Southern Columbia, Sr., 5-11, 260; Marcus Foster, Reading Cent. Cath., Sr., 6-2, 230; Eric Roberts, Rochester, Sr., 6-0, 225; Seth Landgraf, Millersburg, Sr., 6-0, 220; Luke Lantzy, United, Sr., 5-10, 240.
Kicker-Matt Gaston, Southern Huntingdon, Sr., 5-10, 175.
All-purpose—Dan Reed, Keystone, Sr., 6-0, 180; Joe Colangelo, Monaca, Sr., 6-0, 180; Martin Long, Pittsburgh North Catholic, Jr., 6-2, 195.
Defense
Defensive ends—Eric Minemyer, Bishop Carroll, Sr., 6-5, 240; Steve Belskey, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-1, 205.
Defensive linemen—Ben Ancheff, Williams Valley, Sr., 6-0, 320; Tyler Lewis, Lakeview, Sr., 6-1, 205; Jared Burger, Union City, Sr., 6-0, 200.
Linebackers—Cody Cooper, Upper Dauphin, Sr., 6-1, 185; Bubba Rue, Clarion, Sr., 6-1, 215; Chaz Merriman, Bishop McCort, Sr., 6-0, 210; Joey Rys, Reading Central Cath., Jr., 5-11, 180; Chris Moore, Line Mountain, Sr., 6-0, 225.
Defensive backs—Cole Parkinson, Pottstown St. Pius X, Sr., 6-3, 175; Chad Piccirilli, Sharpsville, Sr., 6-0, 155; Zach Artz, Tri-Valley, Sr., 5-9, 165; Zach Waddell, United, Sr., 6-0, 185.
Punter—Cody Crosby, Eisenhower, Sr., 6-4, 200.
All-purpose—Nick Gmerek, Moshannon Valley, Sr., 5-9, 165; Jimmy Zubek, Avonworth, Sr., 5-9, 175; Fred Caruso, Holy Name, Jr., 5-9, 180.
Class A player of the year—Deontae Howard, Clairton.
Class A coach of the year—Tom Nola, Clairton.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Thinking out loud
Canon-McMillan's Mike Hull was selected to play in the Big 33 Football Classic the same day Hull started for the East team at the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. Hull will also play in the upcoming USA vs. The World football game on Jan. 30 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The game will be televised by the NFL Network.
High school football players are permitted to play in two all-star games, so how can Hull be named to three?
Well, the USA vs. The World game is not considered an all-star game so the Penn State recruit can suit up for the Big 33.
* Take away the Carmichaels girls and it's not a stretch to say basketball in Greene County has rarely been worse.
Need proof?
Let's look at the boys teams from Waynesburg (4-4), Mapletown (3-4), Carmichaels (2-6), Jefferson-Morgan (1-6) and West Greene (0-8).
Waynesburg's lone win against a team not from Greene County or rural West Virginia came against Class A Beth-Center. For Mapletown, the lone win against non-Greene County competition came against something called Eden Christian. Jefferson-Morgan's lone win is against West Greene, which enters tonight on a 33-game losing streak.
Carmichaels, which lost every starter from last year's WPIAL quarterfinals team, beat Quigley Catholic from Beaver County.
Now, let's examine the girls teams from Waynesburg (0-9), Jefferson-Morgan (5-5), West Greene (2-6) and Mapletown (1-9).
Waynesburg has lost 18 straight and is averaging 14.3 points per game this year. The scary thing is seven of those games were against Class A teams, including three games against J-M and two against West Greene. The last time the Raiders beat a WPIAL team outside of Greene County came on Feb. 9, 2006 against McGuffey.
As stated, three of the Rockets' wins came against Waynesburg. The others were versus West Greene and Hundred, W.Va. Both of West Greene's wins were against Waynesburg and Mapletown's lone win came against the Raiders.
Mapletown, at least, ventures outside the area to play non-section games. The same can't be said for Waynesburg, J-M and West Greene.
So, are there any solutions to improve the state of basketball in Greene County? Not sure. There's not much tradition in this wrestling-rich region.
One suggestion might be to avoid scheduling so many games against each other, particularly on the girls side. Venture out. Find a tip-off tournament in Connellsville or Beaver. Try a holiday tournament in Washington or Greensburg. Yeah, it might result in a blowout but it might make the team a little bit better.
* With Ringgold senior Alina Selby out for the year, The Varsity Letters asks, "Who is the frontrunner for Girls Player of the Year?"
Any ideas?
High school football players are permitted to play in two all-star games, so how can Hull be named to three?
Well, the USA vs. The World game is not considered an all-star game so the Penn State recruit can suit up for the Big 33.
* Take away the Carmichaels girls and it's not a stretch to say basketball in Greene County has rarely been worse.
Need proof?
Let's look at the boys teams from Waynesburg (4-4), Mapletown (3-4), Carmichaels (2-6), Jefferson-Morgan (1-6) and West Greene (0-8).
Waynesburg's lone win against a team not from Greene County or rural West Virginia came against Class A Beth-Center. For Mapletown, the lone win against non-Greene County competition came against something called Eden Christian. Jefferson-Morgan's lone win is against West Greene, which enters tonight on a 33-game losing streak.
Carmichaels, which lost every starter from last year's WPIAL quarterfinals team, beat Quigley Catholic from Beaver County.
Now, let's examine the girls teams from Waynesburg (0-9), Jefferson-Morgan (5-5), West Greene (2-6) and Mapletown (1-9).
Waynesburg has lost 18 straight and is averaging 14.3 points per game this year. The scary thing is seven of those games were against Class A teams, including three games against J-M and two against West Greene. The last time the Raiders beat a WPIAL team outside of Greene County came on Feb. 9, 2006 against McGuffey.
As stated, three of the Rockets' wins came against Waynesburg. The others were versus West Greene and Hundred, W.Va. Both of West Greene's wins were against Waynesburg and Mapletown's lone win came against the Raiders.
Mapletown, at least, ventures outside the area to play non-section games. The same can't be said for Waynesburg, J-M and West Greene.
So, are there any solutions to improve the state of basketball in Greene County? Not sure. There's not much tradition in this wrestling-rich region.
One suggestion might be to avoid scheduling so many games against each other, particularly on the girls side. Venture out. Find a tip-off tournament in Connellsville or Beaver. Try a holiday tournament in Washington or Greensburg. Yeah, it might result in a blowout but it might make the team a little bit better.
* With Ringgold senior Alina Selby out for the year, The Varsity Letters asks, "Who is the frontrunner for Girls Player of the Year?"
Any ideas?
Monday, January 11, 2010
PIAA girls/boys basketball rankings
Pennsylvania high school girls basketball rankings from the Patriot-News of Harrisburg, with school’s district in parentheses, followed by the school’s record and last week’s ranking. NR means not ranked. Honorable mention teams listed alphabetically.
CLASS AAAA
1. Mt. Lebanon (7) 8-2 1
2. Cheltenham (1) 11-0 3
3. Downingtown East (1) 7-1 4
4. Council Rock North (1) 7-3 6
5. Bethel Park (7) 10-0 NR
6. Liberty (11) 11-0 NR
7. Cardinal OHara (12) 5-3 2
8. Abington (1) 9-0 NR
9. Shaler (7) 9-0 NR
10. Archbishop Ryan (12) 8-2 5
Honorable mention
Archbishop Prendergast (12) 8-2; Central Bucks East (1) 7-1, Central Dauphin (3) 7-3, Council Rock South (1) 7-3, Frankford (12) 8-0, Methacton (1) 7-4, Northampton (11) 8-1.
CLASS AAA
1. Archbishop Carroll & (12) 7-1 1
2. Archbishop Wood (12) 7-2 5
3. Hopewell (7) 9-0 NR
4. Trinity (3) 8-1 3
5. Springfield-Delco (1) 11-0 7
6. St. Basil (1) 7-2 NR
7. Mount St. Joseph (1) 10-1 2
8. New Castle (7) 9-0 NR
9. Holy Redeemer (2) 7-2 8
10. Allentown C.C. (11) 8-1 4
Honorable mention
Cardinal Dougherty (12) 8-1, Hampton (7) 8-1, Indiana (7) 8-0, Slippery Rock (10) 8-1, St. Marys (9) 9-0, Villa Maria Academy (1) 7-3, West York (3) 10-0.
CLASS AA
1. Villa Maria & (10) 8-0 1
2. Delone Catholic (3) 9-1 2
3. York Catholic (3) 8-1 6
4. Lancaster Mennonite (3) 9-1 4
5. Greensburg C.C. (7) 7-0 7
6. Pine Grove (11) 10-0 8
7. Ligonier Valley (6) 8-0 NR
8. North Star (5) 6-1 NR
9. Southern Huntingdon (6) 7-2 3
10. Engineering & Science (12) 6-1 NR
Honorable mention
Apollo-Ridge (7) 9-0, Avonworth (7) 9-0, Dunmore (2) 7-2, Greenville (10) 8-2, Jeannette (7) 8-1, Kane (9) 9-1, Marion Center (6) 5-2, Northern Lehigh (11) 11-0, Sto-Rox (7) 8-2.
CLASS A
1. Bishop Guilfoyle & (6) 9-0 1
2. Nativity BVM (11) 7-1 2
3. North Catholic (7) 7-2 3
4. Penns Manor (6) 8-0 NR
5. Northern Cambria (6) 7-2 4
6. Lebanon Catholic (3) 7-1 10
7. Williamsburg (6) 8-1 NR
8. Ferndale (6) 5-2 8
9. Lourdes Regional (4) 7-1 NR
10. Elk County Catholic (9) 8-1 NR
Honorable mention
Quigley (7) 7-2, Rochester (7) 8-2, Steel-High (3) 8-1, Tri-Valley (11) 5-2, West Forest (9) 7-0, Vincentian Academy (7) 5-3.
Pennsylvania high school boys basketball final regular-season rankings rom the Patriot-News of Harrisburg, with school’s district in parentheses, followed by the school’s record and last week’s ranking. NR means not ranked. Honorable mention teams listed alphabetically.
CLASS AAAA
1. Plymouth-Whitemarsh (1) 9-0 2
2. Penn Wood & (1) 7-3 1
3. Mt. Lebanon (7) 10-0 7
4. Frankford (12) 7-2 5
5. Saint Josephs Prep (12) 9-2 NR
6. Roman Catholic (12) 7-3 4
7. Bethlehem Liberty (11) 9-1 NR
8. Harrisburg (3) 8-1 NR
9. John Bartram (12) 6-4 8
10. Wilson (3) 11-0 NR
Honorable mention
Bayard Rustin (1) 7-2; Butler (7) 10-0; Chester (1) 5-3; Hazleton (2) 8-2; La Salle College (12) 7-3; North Allegheny (7) 9-2; Reading (3) 10-2; State College (6) 6-2.
CLASS AAA
1. Neumann-Goretti (12) 10-1 1
2. Archbishop Carroll & (12) 8-1 2
3. Hampton (7) 9-1 3
4. Chartiers Valley (7) 10-1 6
5. Erie East (10) 7-1 9
6. Holy Ghost Prep (1) 9-2 4
7. Simon Gratz (12) 7-2 NR
8. Eastern York (3) 8-0 8
9. York Suburban (3) 11-0 NR
10. Abington Heights (2) 10-1 NR
Honorable mention
Blackhawk (7) 6-2; Crestwood (2) 10-1; Coughlin (2) 10-1; Grove City (10) 9-0; Hershey (3) 7-2; Holy Redeemer (2) 8-2; Mifflinburg (4) 10-1; Susquehanna Twp (3) 5-3.
CLASS AA
1. Imhotep & (12) 8-1 1
2. Strawberry Mansion (12) 10-0 2
3. Communications Tech (12) 8-0 NR
4. South Fayette (7) 7-0 5
5. Hughesville (4) 9-0 6
6. Loyalsock (4) 8-0 7
7. North Catholic (7) 6-1 10
8. Mercyhurst Prep (10) 8-2 NR
9. Trinity (3) 5-3 3
10. Carbondale (2) 10-1 NR
Honorable mention
Devon Prep (1) 8-3; Dunmore (2) 8-3; Fairview (10) 7-2; Holy Cross (2) 7-3; Notre Dame-Green Pond (11) 9-2; Quaker Valley (7) 9-1; Saint Pius X (1) 8-4.
CLASS A
1. Girard College & (1) 7-4 1
2. Sewickley Academy (7) 7-2 2
3. Reading C.C. (3) 12-0 3
4. Greenwood (3) 10-1 4
5. Serra Catholic (7) 8-2 5
6. Math, Civics & Sciences (12) 8-2 NR
7. Boys Latin Charter (12) 7-2 NR
8. Church Farm (1) 4-2 8
9. Elk County Cath. (9) 8-1 9
10. Northern Cambria (6) 8-1 NR
Honorable mention
Allegheny-Clarion Valley (9) 7-1; Constitution (12) 5-4; Homer-Center (6) 6-2; Johnsonburg (9) 6-2; Millville (4) 7-1; New Hope Academy (3) 10-0; Paul Robeson (12) 6-1; Union (7) 9-0.
CLASS AAAA
1. Mt. Lebanon (7) 8-2 1
2. Cheltenham (1) 11-0 3
3. Downingtown East (1) 7-1 4
4. Council Rock North (1) 7-3 6
5. Bethel Park (7) 10-0 NR
6. Liberty (11) 11-0 NR
7. Cardinal OHara (12) 5-3 2
8. Abington (1) 9-0 NR
9. Shaler (7) 9-0 NR
10. Archbishop Ryan (12) 8-2 5
Honorable mention
Archbishop Prendergast (12) 8-2; Central Bucks East (1) 7-1, Central Dauphin (3) 7-3, Council Rock South (1) 7-3, Frankford (12) 8-0, Methacton (1) 7-4, Northampton (11) 8-1.
CLASS AAA
1. Archbishop Carroll & (12) 7-1 1
2. Archbishop Wood (12) 7-2 5
3. Hopewell (7) 9-0 NR
4. Trinity (3) 8-1 3
5. Springfield-Delco (1) 11-0 7
6. St. Basil (1) 7-2 NR
7. Mount St. Joseph (1) 10-1 2
8. New Castle (7) 9-0 NR
9. Holy Redeemer (2) 7-2 8
10. Allentown C.C. (11) 8-1 4
Honorable mention
Cardinal Dougherty (12) 8-1, Hampton (7) 8-1, Indiana (7) 8-0, Slippery Rock (10) 8-1, St. Marys (9) 9-0, Villa Maria Academy (1) 7-3, West York (3) 10-0.
CLASS AA
1. Villa Maria & (10) 8-0 1
2. Delone Catholic (3) 9-1 2
3. York Catholic (3) 8-1 6
4. Lancaster Mennonite (3) 9-1 4
5. Greensburg C.C. (7) 7-0 7
6. Pine Grove (11) 10-0 8
7. Ligonier Valley (6) 8-0 NR
8. North Star (5) 6-1 NR
9. Southern Huntingdon (6) 7-2 3
10. Engineering & Science (12) 6-1 NR
Honorable mention
Apollo-Ridge (7) 9-0, Avonworth (7) 9-0, Dunmore (2) 7-2, Greenville (10) 8-2, Jeannette (7) 8-1, Kane (9) 9-1, Marion Center (6) 5-2, Northern Lehigh (11) 11-0, Sto-Rox (7) 8-2.
CLASS A
1. Bishop Guilfoyle & (6) 9-0 1
2. Nativity BVM (11) 7-1 2
3. North Catholic (7) 7-2 3
4. Penns Manor (6) 8-0 NR
5. Northern Cambria (6) 7-2 4
6. Lebanon Catholic (3) 7-1 10
7. Williamsburg (6) 8-1 NR
8. Ferndale (6) 5-2 8
9. Lourdes Regional (4) 7-1 NR
10. Elk County Catholic (9) 8-1 NR
Honorable mention
Quigley (7) 7-2, Rochester (7) 8-2, Steel-High (3) 8-1, Tri-Valley (11) 5-2, West Forest (9) 7-0, Vincentian Academy (7) 5-3.
Pennsylvania high school boys basketball final regular-season rankings rom the Patriot-News of Harrisburg, with school’s district in parentheses, followed by the school’s record and last week’s ranking. NR means not ranked. Honorable mention teams listed alphabetically.
CLASS AAAA
1. Plymouth-Whitemarsh (1) 9-0 2
2. Penn Wood & (1) 7-3 1
3. Mt. Lebanon (7) 10-0 7
4. Frankford (12) 7-2 5
5. Saint Josephs Prep (12) 9-2 NR
6. Roman Catholic (12) 7-3 4
7. Bethlehem Liberty (11) 9-1 NR
8. Harrisburg (3) 8-1 NR
9. John Bartram (12) 6-4 8
10. Wilson (3) 11-0 NR
Honorable mention
Bayard Rustin (1) 7-2; Butler (7) 10-0; Chester (1) 5-3; Hazleton (2) 8-2; La Salle College (12) 7-3; North Allegheny (7) 9-2; Reading (3) 10-2; State College (6) 6-2.
CLASS AAA
1. Neumann-Goretti (12) 10-1 1
2. Archbishop Carroll & (12) 8-1 2
3. Hampton (7) 9-1 3
4. Chartiers Valley (7) 10-1 6
5. Erie East (10) 7-1 9
6. Holy Ghost Prep (1) 9-2 4
7. Simon Gratz (12) 7-2 NR
8. Eastern York (3) 8-0 8
9. York Suburban (3) 11-0 NR
10. Abington Heights (2) 10-1 NR
Honorable mention
Blackhawk (7) 6-2; Crestwood (2) 10-1; Coughlin (2) 10-1; Grove City (10) 9-0; Hershey (3) 7-2; Holy Redeemer (2) 8-2; Mifflinburg (4) 10-1; Susquehanna Twp (3) 5-3.
CLASS AA
1. Imhotep & (12) 8-1 1
2. Strawberry Mansion (12) 10-0 2
3. Communications Tech (12) 8-0 NR
4. South Fayette (7) 7-0 5
5. Hughesville (4) 9-0 6
6. Loyalsock (4) 8-0 7
7. North Catholic (7) 6-1 10
8. Mercyhurst Prep (10) 8-2 NR
9. Trinity (3) 5-3 3
10. Carbondale (2) 10-1 NR
Honorable mention
Devon Prep (1) 8-3; Dunmore (2) 8-3; Fairview (10) 7-2; Holy Cross (2) 7-3; Notre Dame-Green Pond (11) 9-2; Quaker Valley (7) 9-1; Saint Pius X (1) 8-4.
CLASS A
1. Girard College & (1) 7-4 1
2. Sewickley Academy (7) 7-2 2
3. Reading C.C. (3) 12-0 3
4. Greenwood (3) 10-1 4
5. Serra Catholic (7) 8-2 5
6. Math, Civics & Sciences (12) 8-2 NR
7. Boys Latin Charter (12) 7-2 NR
8. Church Farm (1) 4-2 8
9. Elk County Cath. (9) 8-1 9
10. Northern Cambria (6) 8-1 NR
Honorable mention
Allegheny-Clarion Valley (9) 7-1; Constitution (12) 5-4; Homer-Center (6) 6-2; Johnsonburg (9) 6-2; Millville (4) 7-1; New Hope Academy (3) 10-0; Paul Robeson (12) 6-1; Union (7) 9-0.
WPIAL boys basketball rankings
Class AAAA
1. Mt. Lebanon 10-0
2. Butler 10-0
3. North Allegheny 9-2
4. Gateway 6-1
5. Pittsburgh Central Catholic 8-2
Class AAA
1. Chartiers Valley 10-1
2. Hampton 9-1
3. Belle Vernon 8-0
4. Blackhawk 6-2
5. West Mifflin 7-3
Class AA
1. South Fayette 7-0
2. North Catholic 6-1
3. Rochester 10-1
4. Jeannette 7-2
5. Quaker Valley 9-1
Class A
1. Sewickley Academy 7-2
2. Union 9-0
3. Serra Catholic 8-2
4. Neshannock 7-3
5. St. Joseph 8-2
1. Mt. Lebanon 10-0
2. Butler 10-0
3. North Allegheny 9-2
4. Gateway 6-1
5. Pittsburgh Central Catholic 8-2
Class AAA
1. Chartiers Valley 10-1
2. Hampton 9-1
3. Belle Vernon 8-0
4. Blackhawk 6-2
5. West Mifflin 7-3
Class AA
1. South Fayette 7-0
2. North Catholic 6-1
3. Rochester 10-1
4. Jeannette 7-2
5. Quaker Valley 9-1
Class A
1. Sewickley Academy 7-2
2. Union 9-0
3. Serra Catholic 8-2
4. Neshannock 7-3
5. St. Joseph 8-2
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Local basketball rankings
Boys
1. South Fayette (AA) 7-0
2. Peters Township (AAAA) 7-3
3. Trinity (AAA) 6-2
4. Washington (AA) 5-4
5. Chartiers-Houston (AA) 6-1
Girls
1. South Fayette (AA) 6-2
2. Peters Township (AAAA) 4-6
3. Charleroi (AA) 5-1
4. Fort Cherry (A) 6-3
5. Beth-Center (AA) 6-2
1. South Fayette (AA) 7-0
2. Peters Township (AAAA) 7-3
3. Trinity (AAA) 6-2
4. Washington (AA) 5-4
5. Chartiers-Houston (AA) 6-1
Girls
1. South Fayette (AA) 6-2
2. Peters Township (AAAA) 4-6
3. Charleroi (AA) 5-1
4. Fort Cherry (A) 6-3
5. Beth-Center (AA) 6-2
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