By

Jill Leonard
30
Jan

Wrestling Finally Pins Down Championship

The Fox Chapel Area boys wrestling team just accomplished something that 52 teams before them were never able to do – win a section championship. The team, which is undefeated in Section 1 and has an overall record of 13-1, is now preparing for the first round of the WPIAL Class 3A team championships. The...
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29
Jan

Gymnasts-Turned-Divers Making a Splash

Juniors Ainsley Anderson, Ellie Dering, and Noelle Dick and have a lot in common. The divers are close friends who share a background in gymnastics, have a stake in each other’s success, and say they gained their drive and perfectionism from their former sport. The three juniors will have another commonality soon when they share...
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24
Jan

Championship a ‘Dream Come True’ for Landon Funk

Landon Funk is Fox Chapel Area’s latest wrestling champion. He recently captured first place in the 114-pound weight class out of a field of 28 contestants at the 22nd annual Allegheny County Wrestling Championships. He started off with a bye in the first round and proceeded to pin his next three opponents. His contributions to...
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23
Jan

Claire Conti Hyped to Take Her Shots 

On a recent snowy afternoon in January, Claire Conti, a shotput, discus, and javelin thrower for the Foxes track and field teams, ventured outdoors to enjoy the natural beauty of the day. While out there, she came across some fallen trees, selected one that she estimated weighed about 150 pounds, and dragged it to a...
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18
Jan

Wrestling Championships a Source of Pride

The entire Frank family, from former longtime Fox Chapel Area head wrestling coach Ron to current coach Michael to brother Tim, never tire of talking about the Allegheny County Wrestling Championships, hosted every year at Fox Chapel Area High School. It’s in their blood and something they’ve all lived and helped organize for 22 years...
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