Joe Tuscano

Trinity’s Sammel discovers power of 4 CANONSBURG – One could tell it was a good day for Ella Sammel by the sound the first place medals made when they clanged every time she swayed her shoulders. Sammel, a junior at Trinity, took first place in the 300-me... See more

West Greene’s Whyte moves into semifinals HERSHEY – If Colin Whyte can take the next two steps, West Greene will have its first state wrestling champion. Whyte, a 260-pound heavyweight, won’t have far to go to receive tips on how to handle it from a forme... See more

Bentworth’s McClure proves he’s a fast learner HERSHEY – Sometimes, losing can be a very constructive experience. Just ask Drake McClure. The Bentworth 139-pound junior gained a wealth of information about his opponent in a 6-3 loss to Michael McNeal of D... See more

Tolliver tired, triumphant and terrific CANONSBURG – After the match, one could find Ringgold’s Evan Tolliver stuck between the benches in the auxiliary gym at Canon-McMillan High School. Tolliver, a 133-pound junior, was worn out. But happy. That’s becau... See more

Chartiers-Houston unable to solve Winchester Thurston McMURRAY – One of these days, Chartiers-Houston’s girls basketball team will figure out a way to defeat Winston Thurston. Tuesday wasn’t the day. After losing 60-41 earlier this season to the Bears, Ch... See more