About 10 years ago, the cross country coaches from WPIAL Class 3A Section 4 got together and decided on a format that differed greatly from all other sports. Based upon how colleges run their programs, the coaches determined their high school athletes would only compete at invitationals and multiteam meets during the regular season. It’s […]
The Fox Chapel Area boys golf team already has gotten off to a quick start in the 2023-2024 season, thanks to a spectacular lineup that includes two of the top golfers in the WPIAL, senior Davey Fuhrer and freshman Carson Kittsley. It is possible that the Foxes have one of the best, if not the […]
By: Josh Rizzo Saturday, September 9, 2023, TRIB-LIVE Sophia Carvelli wasn’t disappointed to have to make an adjustment during her senior season. With some nagging shoulder pain slowing her down, Carvelli switched from playing No. 3 singles to doubles to ease some of the workload. Partnering with fellow senior Maria Marasco has been fun for […]
By: Josh Rizzo Saturday, September 9, 2023, TRIB-LIVE Building confidence was never going to be easy for first-year Fox Chapel football coach Dave Leasure. When the Foxes scrimmaged Hempfield, the program got a jolt. Fox Chapel scored three touchdowns and didn’t give up any. But when they started regular season play, the Foxes quickly had […]
During the many years that coach Alex Slezak has headed the girls and boys tennis programs at Fox Chapel Area High School, he has seen his share of good teams and players, even great ones. The teams that stick out most in his mind, however, are those on which the players bonded and worked toward […]