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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 ...

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 ...

Former Almanac AOTY still succeeding

At age 33, Michael Hull has entered a new phase in life. While he remains passionate about sports, he no longer is the standout performer that garnered Almanac Male Athlete of the Year honors in 2010 and went on to play five seasons in the NFL. Instead, he is a spectator with more important ...

Kernan named Almanac Wrestler of the Year

Mason Kernan wrapped up his scholastic career at Bethel Park High School in much the same fashion as 2017 alum Nino Bonaccorsi did. Without a coveted state championship. However, the senior could redeem himself as Bonaccorsi did when he won an NCAA title for the University of Pittsburgh in ...

Kernan takes third at PIAA championships

Mason Kernan’s scholastic wrestling career did not end as planned. While the Bethel Park senior earned a spot on the podium at the Giant Center in Hershey, his medal did not gleam gold. Bronze, instead, adorned his neck after placing third in the 133-pound weight class during the PIAA ...