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Defining moment

Dec. 27, 2024 was a defining date for Ethan Higgins. The Bethel Park senior had arrived as a wrestler. He had just entered the Century Club by recording his 100th career victory during first-round action in the prestigious Powerade Tournament. Before reaching the milestone Higgins said, “I ...

RIVALRY RENEWED

Upper St. Clair is ranked No. 1 in Class 6A boys basketball, suffering only one loss so far this season. The Panthers stand atop Section 2 with an undefeated record. In racking up 13 wins so far this winter, USC has knocked off defending state champions in Central York and Imani Christian. ...

McMillon setting his own standards

Michael Jackson’s signature song “Beat It” resonates with Darius McMillon. As a two-sport athlete at Peters Township High School, he has followed in the footsteps of some outstanding performers, including his older brother, Donovan, and he has been determined to exceed those standards ...

USC celebrating 60 years of wrestling

The holidays were for reminiscing but at Upper St. Clair they will be recalling the glory days throughout 2025 as the Panthers continue to celebrate 60 years of wrestling. The first season started during the 1964-65 school year under head coach Ed Rusciolelli. In 60 years, the Panthers ...

Six named All-State in football

Six standout football players from the South Hills area garnered All-State accolades from the Pennsylvania Football Writers Association. All gained recognition on the Class 5A all-state football team. Peters Township led the list with three honorees while two Bethel Park players earned the ...

Two achieve milestones

Ethan Higgins of Bethel Park and Payton Collins of Mt. Lebanon recently reached significant milestones in their athletic careers. A senior, Higgins entered the Century Club by winning his 100th career wrestling match during the Powerade Tournament held Dec. 27-28 at Canon-McMillan High ...