Monday, January 28, 2013
The running back/linebacker will join fellow senior all-stars in Hershey this June.
The Pennsylvania Scholastic Football Coaches Association has chosen Woodland Hills High School running back/linebacker Alex Beasley as a member of Team Pennsylvania for the Big 33 Football Classic this June. The team is made up of senior all-stars from around the commonwealth. Pennsylvania will play Team Maryland, another group of all-stars, at Hersheypark Stadium on June 15 at 7:06 p.m. in the 56th version of this game. (View Pennsylvania's entire roster—including many WPIAL players and coaches—here.) The 6-foot, 240-pound Beasley was added to the roster as an inside linebacker—one of just two from the entire state. "You're talking over 500 schools in the state," said George Novak, Beasley's head coach at Woodland Hills High. "And you're …
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
Don't make your Christmas company lie around on your couch all day. Here are 10 places you can show your guests.
1. Consol Energy Center Here's a great idea for all of you with hockey withdrawal. The inaugural Three Rivers Classic is taking place on Dec. 28 and 29. The four teams scheduled to participate are Robert Morris, Penn State University, Ohio State University and Miami (Ohio) University. Click here to buy tickets. 2. Frick Art and Historical Center Experience the culture and refinement of the Gilded Age. View arts and artifacts, check out vintage cars and carriages, and enjoy fine dining and more. The exhibition of Walter Gay masterpieces is now on view. Click here to plan your visit. 3. Heinz History Center Check out "Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame" at the Heinz History Center through Jan 6, 2013. The most …
Friday, November 23, 2012
North Allegheny held onto halftime lead as Wolverines fight wind, turnovers in second half.
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Friday, November 23, 2012
By Bill Allmann After an opening game at Heinz Field that saw 79 points scored, North Allegheny and Woodland Hills picked up where Clairton and Sto-Rox left off, scoring 35 in the first half of the WPIAL Class AAAA Championship. Unfortunately for Woodland Hills’ fans, though, North Allegheny’s 21-14 halftime lead stood the test of time through a scoreless second half and the Tigers won their third straight WPIAL title and fourth overall. “I was surprised there were 35 points scored in the first half,” said Woodland Hills coach George Novak. “North Allegheny has a great defense and our defense played well.” Both defenses belied their reputations early as each team scored on its first possession. On those drives, Zach Lyon made a one-handed …
The Wolverines take on top-seeded North Allegheny in the championship matchup at 2 p.m.
Woodland Hills Football Network's Adam Gusky and Wolverines Coach George Novak talk about last week’s semi-final 42-20 victory against Upper St. Clair and preview this Friday’s WPIAL Championship game against North Allegheny at Heinz Field at 2 p.m. In this week's video, Novak also talks about what has made this year’s Woodland Hills team special and gives a preview of the other semi-final game between North Allegheny and Seneca Valley. Gusky and Fred Guy will be on hand for the action this Friday as the seventh-seeded Wolverines take on the top-seeded North Allegheny in the final matchup of the year for the WPIAL AAAA title. Coverage on WLFP 1550-AM, MSA Sports and Verizon FiOS Ch. 37, Monroeville Comcast channel 13 and Penn Hills Comcast…
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Alumni are gathering Thanksgiving morning at the Wolvarena and Woodland Hills Boosters are planning a tailgate party at Heinz Field before the big game.
Friday is the big day as the Wolverines make their eighth trip in the last 16 years to the WPIAL AAAA finals. But the show of support begins at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving Day at the Wolvarena in Turtle Creek with a special alumni event to give a show of support for this year's team as the players head into the championship game. There'll be free coffee, hot chocolate, water and doughnuts for those who attend. And the fans have a chance to build on their enthusiasm before the game as the Woodland Hills Boosters host a tailgate party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Heinz Field. All Wolverine fans are welcome—just look for the black, white and turquoise balloons. Those who join in the pre-game celebration are asked to bring beverages and/or side …
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Woodland Hills will meet North Allegheny at Heinz Field for a 2 p.m. match up.
Tickets are now on sale at Woodland Hills High School during school hours until Wednesday at 2 p.m. for Friday's WPIAL AAAA championship game where the Wolverines take on the North Allegheny Tigers. Student tickets are discounted to $5 each if you purchase them at school by Wednesday at 2 p.m. The student bus to the game will cost only $1. Adult tickets are $10 and are on sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at the school athletic office. All tickets at the stadium are $10. The students-only bus will leave the Wolvarena at 12 p.m. on Friday for the 2 p.m. game. Student Leadership will be tailgating before the game. Woodland Hills has moved to seventh place in the statewide PIAA rankings, according to the Pennsylvania Football …
Sunday, October 28, 2012
For the first time, the Pittsburgh Steelers will wear their horizontally striped throwback jerseys and socks in a game when they take on the Washington Redskins today at Heinz Field. What's your take on the 1934 replicas?
Killer bees? Depression chic? Those are some of the kinder phrases thrown about by some Pittsburgh Steelers fans who are less than thrilled that players will be donning throwback uniforms at 1 p.m. today when they meet the Washington Redskins at Heinz Field. Steelers officials unveiled the black-and-gold horizontally striped jerseys and socks earlier this year in honor of the team's 80th anniversary. The Steelers haven't worn this style of uniform since 1934, and the throwback garb is intended to reflect the team's Depression-era roots. Steelers’ players are looking forward to wearing the throwbacks today for the first time in a game, according to the team's official blog on its website. Players say they enjoy celebrating the team's …
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Sunday, August 19, 2012
The Steelers and Heinz Field management are advising fans attending tonight's preseason game about a new security procedure.
Heading to tonight's pre-season game against the Indianapolis Colts? The Pittsburgh Steelers and Heinz Field management are advising fans about a new security procedure. A metal detector screening has been put in place upon entering the stadium. These new measures will be in effect for all home games throughout the season. All fans will be subject to metal detectors as they enter Heinz Field. This is a new requirement for all NFL stadiums. Tonight, gates open at 6 p.m.—kickoff is at 8 p.m. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to the stadium to allow extra time for the screening. The new procedure, using handheld metal detectors, will enhance the current screening process and ensure a safe game day environment for all. Fans can log on to …
Monday, August 8, 2011
A local couple enjoyed being extras in Chris Nolan's final Batman film, "The Dark Knight Rises."
Erin and Dominic Giambelluca traded the Pittsburgh Steelers for the “Gotham Rogues” Saturday as they cheered on the doomed football team among explosions and Hollywood’s elite. The Regent Square couple immediately signed up to be extras in the upcoming film, Chris Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises, starring Christian Bale, Morgan Freeman, Tom Hardy and a slew of other stars after seeing a notice on Twitter. “I love Batman and my husband does too, and it’s a once in a lifetime kind of thing,” Erin said. “I just wanted to see what it was like to shoot a movie and be there for it.” She said the day started with traffic only Batman can bring. The couple arrived an hour late because of the parkway snarls downtown, but took a shuttle to Heinz Field …
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