Editorial: Keep event in mind when celebrating Nov 5, 2008
We saw two monumental events for Pennsylvania sports team last week. For the first time in more than a quarter of a century, the Phillies are World Series Champs. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Steelers Notebook: Parker making yet another comeback from knee injury (Today) Oct 29, 2008
Franco Harris, already in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, will make it as an "inductee of distinction" Saturday at the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Induction at the Holiday Inn Meadowlands in Washington, Pa. He will be joined by former Pitt and NFL kicker Fred Cox, former Baltimore Colts player Jim Mutscheller of Beaver Falls and Notre Dame, and former Cy Young Award winning pitcher Pete Vuckovich of Johnstown and Clarion University. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
What is LeTang's contract status? (Today) Oct 23, 2008
Team officials say no decision has been made on what to do with the banners that were taken down before the home-opener this season, although putting them on display somewhere -- be it in the arena that will open for the 2010-11 season or a venue such as the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum at the John Heinz History Center -- certainly would seem to be in order. If management does opt to auction them off, the proceeds presumably would go to some charitable cause rather than into the... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Obituary: Bruce Dal Canton / Former Pirates pitcher (Today) Oct 10, 2008
" Mr. Dal Canton was inducted into the Western Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame and was one of 13 charter members in the California University Hall of Fame. He is survived by his wife, Helene; brothers Bernard of LaPlata, Md., and Brian of Redondo Beach, Calif.; and a sister, Diane Shook of California, Pa. Friends will be received at the Bagnato Funeral Home in Carnegie from 2 to 8 p.m. today. A Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. tomorrow at Our Lady of Grace Church. Contributions may be made to... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Tony Guadagnoli Oct 4, 2008
The NCAA deems Franklin Field (33rd Street at South Street, Philadelphia, ), which has staged University of Pennsylvania sports since 1895, as its oldest football stadium. The facility is believed to have hosted the most football games by any one collegiate team No. 800 for Penn is slated Saturday vs. Dartmouth although the NCAA does not keep official records in this category. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Iowa's defense refuses to break Sep 14, 2008
Ferentz graduated from Upper St. Clair High School in Pittsburgh and was inducted into the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2003. ODDS AND ENDS Andy Brodell's 81-yard punt return for a touchdown as the 10th-longest in Iowa history, and the first for the Hawkeyes since Jovan Johnson returned a punt 90 yards against Ball State in 2005. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Workouts Heat Up for Maryland Football Jun 28, 2008
Hall of Fame Induction: Former Terp Eric Hicks was inducted into the Metropolitan Erie Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame earlier this week. Hicks was a four-year letterwinner (1994-97) with the Terps and played 10 seasons (1998-2007) with the Kansas City Chiefs after signing as an undrafted free agent. (Umterps.com)
Honors to come this week Jun 22, 2008
Shover said his team will be honored at a ceremony Wednesday at the state capitol starting at 10:30 a.m. and the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame will recognize the state champions July 10. Shover is also holding a gathering at his farm next Saturday for the team, which will need to replace only one senior, right fielder Jim Rish, next year. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Aging horseshoe tossers make a pitch to the younger generation Jun 16, 2008
Bob Horton, an 86-year old North Hills resident, is a member of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, Western Chapter, for his accomplishments in pitching horseshoes, throwing darts and other Senior Game sports. He is a member of the HOPE club in Carnegie and is a former Pennsylvania state champion. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Let's Learn From the Past: The Pittsburgh Pipers Jun 5, 2008
Fans can see the Pittsburgh Pipers' 1968 ABA championship trophy at the "Federated Investors Parade of Champions," a Pittsburgh 250 event at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum June 20-22. Visit for tickets and more information about the three-day fan festival celebrating Pittsburgh's unrivaled sports history. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
422 Million Miles Away May 28, 2008
Oh Pennsylvania sports teams how I dislike you. By. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Duda to finally receive state Fame induction May 18, 2008
The former National Football League player and current Lackawanna College head football coach will finally be inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame during a special ceremony at the Luzerne County/John Louis Popple Sports Hall of Fame banquet at Genetti s in Wilkes-Barre ... Duda was supposed to be inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in November 2006 ... He is a member of the University of Maryland Wall of Fame (1994) and the Northeastern Pennsylvania Sports Hall of... (Scranton Times, PA)
Dems try to wear blue collar for votes May 6, 2008
Obama visited a Pennsylvania sports bar and sampled a Yuengling after making sure it wasn't "some designer beer." Clinton told stories about learning to shoot behind the cottage her grandfather built. Obama went bowling. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Western Pa. Sports Hall of Fame: Clarion coach among inductees Apr 15, 2008
DeGregorio won often enough to gain entrance to the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame and will be inducted with 10 others at ceremonies May 3 at the Sheraton Four Points Pittsburgh North in Warrendale. The other inductees are. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sports Museum to host fan festival Apr 3, 2008
The June 20-22 event at the Senator John Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum will include autograph signings from former Pittsburgh champion athletes; championship trophies from the Pittsburgh Penguins, Pirates and Steelers; interactive sports activities designed for children and adults alike; a "lost teams" section featuring artifacts from defunct Pittsburgh teams, including the Condors, Crawfords, Hornets, Maulers, Pipers, Rens and Homestead Grays; and highlight videos... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sports briefs Mar 17, 2008
Stillings was named to the Washington-Greene County Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame and Palone to the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame. First published on March 17, 2008 at 1:46 am Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
H.S. basketball playoffs Feb 18, 2008
WINDBER Ryan Platt poured in 13 points as Ida s Country Store (Shanksville) stormed past Western Pennsylvania Sports Medicine 36-18 Sunday in Windber League 5th-6th grade boys basketball. Jacob Wilt and Tanner Ferko combined to score 12 points in the win. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Obituary: Ed Vargo / Former big league umpire, lifelong resident of Butler Feb 5, 2008
" Mr. Vargo often was part of baseball history. He was behind the plate for the first night game in World Series history -- Oct. 13, 1971, at Three Rivers Stadium. Mr. May decided that 4-3 game against Baltimore with a run-scoring pinch-hit single in the seventh inning. Mr. Vargo worked two of Sandy Koufax's no-hitters, including the plate for the left-hander's perfect game against the Chicago Cubs Sept. 9, 1965. He was the plate umpire when Hank Aaron tied Babe Ruth's career home run record of... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Surprises galore in a western Pa. sports year for the ages Dec 28, 2007
The Steelers' infrequent coaching change came, fittingly enough, during a western Pennsylvania sports year in which there almost seemed to be too much to cram into only 365 days. Every few weeks, it seemed, there was another major hiring or firing, deal or undone deal, or scrawl on a contract that will affect Pittsburgh sports for years to come. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Duquesne Announces Seven-Game Men's Basketball Television Package Dec 4, 2007
"FSN Pittsburgh, the unquestioned leader in western Pennsylvania sports programming, has recognized Duquesne basketball as a viable entity and we look forward to building this relationship.". Two originally released game times have changed to accommodate the television schedule. (Goduquesne.com)
Local chapter of state hall of fame inducts 14 Oct 22, 2007
When he spoke, Holland s words rang true for those who came before him and for those who would come after. Tonight we are being recognized as individuals, he said. (Scranton Times, PA)
A travel round-tripper Sep 17, 2007
Find Satchel Paige's glove on display at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum inside the Heinz History Center (1212 Smallman St., 412-454-6000, admission $9), located in the Strip district, which is also home to chic restaurants and clubs built in converted warehouses. Hit Walnut Street in the suburb of Shadyside (shadysideshops. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Spartan Football Concludes Three-Game Homestand Against Pitt Sep 14, 2007
In May 2007, he joined the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. Perles compiled a 68-67-4 record. (Msuspartans.com)
Firefighters' sacrifices honored; heroes' names sought Sep 12, 2007
Two Wilkes-Barre police officers, Jim Fisher and Jeremy Sereyka, recently participated in the Northeast Pennsylvania Sports Car Club of America's autocross at the Luzerne County Community College. Proceeds will benefit the "Adopt a Cop" program, run by two Luzerne County sisters whose brother died in the line of duty in Virginia Beach, Va. (Wilkes Barre Citizen's Voice, PA)
Whitehall Public Library rallies Steelers faithful to 'tailgate' Aug 31, 2007
Mr. Recktenwald's black-and-gold-decorated car and some of his legendary game-day wear are enshrined in the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum in the Senator John Heinz Pittsburgh History Center. Joe Mahoney, 49, of Baldwin, who works for Whitehall's Public Works Department, wore his No. 7 Ben Roethlisberger jersey. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
A place that touches all the bases Aug 17, 2007
Nothing negative, except for this admonishment: If you haven't discovered the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, you've been missing out ... The most amazing thing about the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum is that it took so long for an area this steeped in its games to have a place like this. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Head of men's basketball officials to retire Aug 7, 2007
He is a member of the Philadelphia Athletic Hall of Fame, the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, the Villanova Hall of Fame and the Philadelphia Big Five Hall of Fame. "Athletics administrators, coaches and his professional colleagues in every corner of the world are aware of the dramatic progress in officiating that has taken place under Hank's leadership," O'Connor said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Basketball)
Obituary: Richard Diethorn / Basketball coach whose teams won 66 straight games Jul 31, 2007
" Mr. Diethorn worked in the auditing department at The Pittsburgh Press and Post-Gazette for 45 years before retiring in the late 1970s. He was inducted to the western chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 1986. Mr. Diethorn is survived by four other sons, Thomas of Delray Beach, Fla.; William and James of Bethel Park; and John of Murrysville; two daughters, Diane Bogatay of Brookline and Kathleen Vallier of Hampton, N.H.; a brother, Elmer Diethorn of Whitehall; sisters Marie Boyle... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
MSU Athletics Announces 2007 Hall of Fame Class Jul 22, 2007
Comments from George Perles: "Being inducted into the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame was super. Being elected into the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame was super, but in terms of recognition, this honor is the most meaningful thing to happen to me. It chokes me up to think about being inducted into the MSU Athletics Hall of Fame. It's truly something special. In terms of professional acknowledgement, this is everything I could ever have hoped for in life. "Toughness: that's... (Msuspartans.com)
Vintage Grand Prix marking 25th anniversary Jun 28, 2007
Darrell Sapp, Post-GazetteA red MG TD is parked in front of the Heinz History Center and Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum in the Strip District. The car is owned by Jeff Brown, of Scott, and before that belonged to his father. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Steelers drop longtime MD Jun 15, 2007
Dr. Rydze, a 1972 Olympics silver medalist in platform diving who is enshrined in the Western Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, could not be reached for comment. Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Perles Inducted Into Western Chapter of Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame May 12, 2007
PITTSBURGH - Former Michigan State head football coach George Perles, who guided the Spartans to seven bowl appearances in his 12 seasons, was inducted into the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame on Saturday, May 5. Perles compiled a 68-67-4 record. (Msuspartans.com)
Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame Inductees: Western Chapter May 4, 2007
Friday, May 04, 2007. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Western Pa. Sports Hall of Fame: Triathlons still lure for Mt. Lebanon's Brockenbough, 72 May 4, 2007
Brockenbough, a resident of Mt. Lebanon who didn't start running until he was 51, will be one of the 11 inductees into the Western Chapter of the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame tomorrow at a ceremony at Four Points by Sheraton Pittsburgh North. "Swimming is definitely the hardest for me," said Brockenbough, a retired structural engineer with U.S. Steel who competes in a dozen or so long-distance multi-sport events a year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Great Race: Mayor will compete in Sept. 30 run Apr 26, 2007
He made the announcements at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum in the Sen. John Heinz History Center in the Strip District as the museum opened a display honoring the Great Race. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Golden Gloves: Philly teenagers could go far Apr 20, 2007
"He is the Golden Gloves," said Jimmy Cvetic, who oversees both the Hall of Fame housed at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum and the state championships contested tomorrow night in Heinz Field's Coca-Cola Great Hall. "We are one of the few states in the country that have a state Hall of Fame. We set the standard.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Team draws new generation of fans Apr 16, 2007
" The support of young fans is one reason why the Penguins have the highest percentage of viewers in any U.S. market. Of all the baseball, basketball and hockey teams covered by the Fox Sports Net regions in the country, the Penguins are the highest rated team. "It speaks to the appetite of the Western Pennsylvania sports enthusiast. There's nothing like winning to raise people's enthusiasm," said Steve Tello, senior vice president and general manager of FSN Pittsburgh. Thus far in this series,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Suzie McConnell-Serio Named Head Women's Basketball Coach Apr 14, 2007
She was a member of the 10-person USA Basketball Executive Committee from 2001-04 and was inducted to the Western Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2001. She was also the first Dapper Dan Sportswoman of the Year winner in 1999. (Goduquesne.com)
County Hall of Fame lists banquet Apr 13, 2007
Special recognition will be given to basketball coach James Atherton, who will be inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. Atherton coached at West Pittston and Coughlin high schools, before taking over at Luzerne County Community College, where he won nine season championships, six post-season titles and 10 holiday tournament championships. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Roxborough native discusses time with Braves' organization in 1950s Apr 12, 2007
" Warner's accomplishments have not gone unnoticed. He is a member of the Roxborough High School Sports Hall of Fame, the 21st Ward Athletic Association Sports Hall of Fame, the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame and most recently the West Chester University Sports Hall of Fame. After deciding to leave baseball, Warner went into education, earned a Master' Degree, and spent his career as a teacher, administrator, owner of pre-schools, and consultant. Now retired at the age of 69 and after over 40... (Roxborough Review, PA)
WPIAL gets Hall of Fame; Blair eligible to play at Pitt Apr 6, 2007
Hall of Fame members will be listed on a plaque or trophy at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum inside the Heinz Pittsburgh Regional History Center. WPIAL administrative assistant Jim Collins heads a committee that will select Hall of Fame members from five categories -- athletes, coaches, officials, contributors and teams. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Podolinski earns All-state honors Apr 3, 2007
SAYRE Sayre junior Andy Podolinski was named the Northern Tier League's Player of the Year two weeks ago, and on Sunday night the Pennsylvania Sports Writers' Association named the Redskin standout to the PIAA Class A Third-Team. Podolinski found out on Sunday night when Sayre head coach Scott Taylor called his house and gave him the great news. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
Pitt Senior Associate Athletic Director Carol Sprague Named WBCA Administrator of the Year Mar 8, 2007
native, has been inducted into the Western Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame, earned the Greater Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce Lifetime Achievement Award for Women in Sports and was a 1992 Penn Hills High School Hall of Fame inductee. In addition to her work in bringing Pitt's first-ever NCAA Women's Basketball tournament to Pittsburgh, Sprague was the athletic department project manager for the construction of the Petersen Events Center, which is one of the premier basketball facilities in the... (Nacda.com)
Wildcats control Division 2 Jan 28, 2007
MVP Chris Dende poured in 27 points to lead fifth-ranked Scranton Prep to a 62-41 romp over Bishop McCort in Saturday s Pennsylvania Sports Fever Challenge at East Pennsboro High School. Dende scored 14 points in the third quarter when Prep went on a 22-10 spurt, part of a 40-point second-half. (Scranton Times, PA)
Penguins Q&A with Dave Molinari Jan 27, 2007
They are already getting the best deal of any Pennsylvania sports teams and, based on my novice opinion, if the Pens leave it will be their own fault and choice because they seem to have a perfectly fair deal in place. David Lybarger, Indiana, Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Politician: 'Best deal is on the table' Jan 23, 2007
Politician: 'Best deal is on the table. Politician: 'Best deal is on the table. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
