The Shao sisters, Vivian and Sophie, have a lot going for them, and it doesn’t begin or end in the pool, where both are two of the best performers on the Foxes’ girls team. “Both girls are multitalented, exceptional, hard-working girls,” says swim coach Dan Taylor of the sisters, who also hold excellent academic records...Read More

Members of the Foxes’ indoor track teams did well last season, and Coach Tom Moul believes that trend will continue, and then some. “I’m excited about this season,” says the coach. “The program has gotten stronger each year, and I’m hoping that growth will continue this year. All of the kids have been working hard...Read More

The Foxes’ wrestling team traditionally ends each calendar year by participating in the West Mifflin Steve DeAugustino Classic, where roughly 30 teams and 300 grapplers compete for top awards. This season, Fox Chapel Area had some impressive performances, particularly by senior Eddie Farrell, who battled his way to become the champion in the 220-lb weight...Read More

When Chuck Stover was a young teacher, just starting his career in the late 1960s as a Dorseyville Middle School math teacher, he was asked if he wanted to earn some extra money by videotaping high school football games. He thought it would be a good way to supplement his family’s income, but he probably...Read More

David Manelis, last year’s PIAA Class 3A diving runner-up, describes himself as a very outgoing person who enjoys talking to people. But when he approaches the diving board, it’s a totally different matter. That’s when his ability to maintain total focus on the moment sets in. “Mental toughness is definitely an important part of diving,”...Read More