Monday, May 20, 2013
Check here frequently for news and opinions on the second-round series.
The Pittsburgh Penguins' journey to a possible fourth Stanley Cup title and second in the past five years began with an NHL playoffs game on May 1 at CONSOL Energy Center in Pittsburgh. Today, the Penguins need 10 more postseason wins in order to raise the cup, including two more against their second-round opponent—the Ottawa Senators. Second-Round Schedule Tuesday, May 14 - Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 1 (Recap | Box Score) Friday, May 17 - Pittsburgh 4, Ottawa 3 (Recap | Box Score) Sunday, May 19 - Ottawa 2, Pittsburgh 1 (2OT) - 7:30 p.m. (Recap | Box Score) Wednesday, May 22 - Pittsburgh at Ottawa - 7:30 p.m. (TV: NBC Sports Network) Friday, May 24 - Ottawa at Pittsburgh - 7:30 p.m. (TV: NBC Sports Network) Sunday, May 26 - Pittsburgh at Ottawa…
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Keystone Oaks defeated Chartiers Valley yesterday, and will advance to the WPIAL semi-finals for the first time in the school's history.
UPDATE (May 16, 10 a.m.): The KO varsity boys baseball team will play their WPIAL AAA semi final baseball game on Tuesday, May 21 at 4 p.m. against South Park. The game will be in Upper St. Clair at the Boyce Mayview Field (1551 Mayview Rd, Upper St Clair, PA (USC Community & Recreation Center ). - - - - - The Keystone Oaks Golden Eagles baseball team has advanced to the WPIAL semi-finals after a win Wednesday against the Chartiers Valley Colts. The 2013 Section 3 Champions defeated the Colts in the second round of WPIAL Playoffs with a score of 4-3. Keystone Oaks High School principal Scott Hagy shared the following game roundup through an email blast: Junior Taylor Lehman got the win on the mound by giving 5 strong innings and striking …
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The Keystone Oaks baseball team will take on Chartiers Valley Wednesday, May 15, in the second round of playoffs.
After a win Monday against Elizabeth Forward, the Keystone Oaks Golden Eagles baseball team will take on the Chartiers Valley Colts today, Wednesday, May 15 at 4:30 p.m. The Keystone Oaks baseball team, the 2013 section champion, won their first-round playoff yesterday against Elizabeth Forward with a 10-0 score. Senior Jared Skolnicki gave up only four hits during the game, and struck out 12. Junior Taylor Lehman provided a large chunk of the offense by going two for three with four RBIs. Wednesday's game against the Chartiers Valley Colts will be at the Upper St. Clair Community Rec. Center on Mayview Road. To read more about Monday's game, see this article in the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Join Patch for more community news or join …
Make sure that your favorite sports teams are highlighted on the Dormont-Brookline Patch this season.
Whether it's on the baseball diamond, at the soccer field or during a flag football game at a local park, spring (and even summer) sports are underway around Dormont and Brookline. And we want to help to share all of the great moments and highlights with your community. Patch is looking for athletes, coaches, parents, booster club members and fans who are eager to show their team spirit on the Dormont-Brookline Patch. News about any team—from youth T-ball to middle and high school sports, recreational teams, adult leagues and more—is all welcome. Here are six ways to share news about your sports team: 1. Start a blog about your team (http://dormont-brookline.patch.com/blog_posts/new): Share stats, recaps, photos and/or videos from your …
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Fans are also encouraged to bring video cameras or cell phones to film a Penguins version of the Harlem Shake led by the winner of the dance contest.
Allegheny County will host a rally in celebration of the Pittsburgh Penguins’ second-round playoff series against the Ottawa Senators. The event will take place at noon on Tuesday, May 14, in the courtyard of the Allegheny County Courthouse located at 436 Grant Street in downtown Pittsburgh. WDVE’s Val Porter will emcee the rally, which will feature the following five contests for Penguins fans: Winners of the costume, cheer, banner/sign and dance contests will be determined by audience vote. Prizes include rounds of golf for four at a county golf course, day passes to a county pool, Penguins shirts and rally towels. Fans are encouraged to bring video cameras or cell phones to film a Penguins version of the Harlem Shake led by the winner …
Monday, May 13, 2013
Keystone Oaks baseball playoffs will be featured on MSA Sports Network today, Monday, May 13.
The Keystone Oaks baseball playoff game will be featured today, Monday, May 13, on the MSA Sports Network. The game between the Keystone Oaks Golden Eagles and the Elizabeth Forward Warriors will broadcast at 2 p.m. Click here at 2 p.m. to listen on the MSA Sports Network website. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Game 4 was on Long Island on Tuesday night. See how media and fans are covering and reacting to the series.
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Sunday, May 5, 2013
Among celebration, a family mourns the death of a 23-year-old man during the half marathon.
Nearly 23,000 people participated in the Pittsburgh Marathon on Sunday under a clear sky. James Kirwa of Kenya defended his full marathon title in 2 hours, 13 minutes, 37 seconds. “I flew in last night from Nairobi, but I thought that I could win since I knew the course and training had been going well,” said Kirwa. “I cramped a bit at the end, and maybe next year I will come back to try for the 2:10 event record.” American Mary Akor of Hawthorne, CA won the women’s 26.2 mile race in 2:37:35. In the half marathon, Kenyans Julius Kogo and Risper Gesabwa took the 13.1 mile titles in 1:02:32 and 1:13:16 respectively, with Kogo setting a course record. Click here for complete results and add your marathon photos and videos to the slideshow …
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Ryan Carroll, Dale Klobichur and Cory Sevacko have signed letters of intent with Pennsylvania colleges.
Three former Keystone Oaks High School football players have signed letters of intent with Pennsylvania colleges. Ryan Carroll will attend Mercyhurst University (Erie, Pa.), Dale Klobichur will attend Grove City (Pa.) College, and Cory Sevacko will attend Clarion (Pa.) University. Last season, Carroll was named second team all-Century Conference as a defensive lineman and Klobichur was selected as a first team all-conference at running back. Sevacko was chosen as a first team all-conference receiver and as a second team all-conference defensive back. Keystone Oaks football coach Matt Taylor is pleased for his players and believes that their new schools will be happy with their new players. "All three of those young men are good football …
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Fans from Dormont and Brookline are invited to the 'Annihilate the Islanders Rally' in downtown Pittsburgh.
Allegheny County officials are planning an "Annihilate the Islanders Rally" before the Pittsburgh Penguins' first playoff game Wednesday, May 1. The rally begins at noon in the Allegheny Courthouse courtyard and includes giveaways from the Penguins and Turner's Dairy and an appearance from Iceburgh. Val Porter from WDVE will host the event and the Kardasz Brothers will perform live music. The best-of-seven playoff series against the New York Islanders begins at 7:30 p.m. at Consol Energy Center. The Pens won the regular-season series with the Islanders, 4-1. Share your Penguins pride. Upload photos of your Pens gear in the media box above. How do you think the Pens will do in the playoffs this year? Tell us in the comments below. Follow …
Robert Edward Healy, III
1:08 am on Monday, May 20, 2013
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