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PSU commit Mellott leads Little Lions to victory over Red Land
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STATE COLLEGE — It was Senior Day on April 27 for the State College High School Little Lions, who were hosting the talented Red Land Patriots. While the Little Lions came away with the narrow 3-2 victory against the conference-leading Patriots, State College is saying goodbye to a core group of seniors. One of those…
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Penn State softball season winding down
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UNIVERSITY PARK — ‘Get better every day’ — that is the motto of Penn State softball as it approaches the end of its 2017 season. “Goals are always the same: Get better every day in everything we do,” Penn State head coach Amanda Lehotak said. ‘Classroom, softball, life, etc. If we strive to get better…
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State College High wins 1-0 behind Mason Mellott
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STATE COLLEGE — It took only one run on a throwing error, but State High baseball was able to pull off a 1-0 victory in a pitchers’ duel April 18 against the Cedar Cliff Colts. State High pitcher Mason Mellott and Cedar Cliff pitcher Denny Snyder were dealing, and shut down their respective opponent’s…
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Bellefonte softball at 5-1 after busy week
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BELLEFONTE — Down 3-1 in the bottom of the fifth on April 10, Bellefonte Area High School softball was in a tough spot after struggling at the plate early on and surrendering a home run to Huntingdon first baseman Clare Alexander. Led by starting pitcher Tara Baney, Bellefonte battled its way through a two-out…
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Clutch relief, late rally propels St. Joseph’s to win
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STATE COLLEGE — Down 6-2, the St. Joseph’s Wolves were running out of opportunities to stage a comeback at Teener Field. The Neumann Golden Knights had exploded for four runs in the top of the fourth, capitalizing on St. Joseph’s pitching mistakes. St. Joseph’s head coach Greg Herman decided to bring in Camdem Burris…
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Penn State baseball: Despite early struggles, Rob Cooper has high hopes for Lions
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UNIVERSITY PARK — With Big Ten and NCAA tournament berths in its sights, Penn State baseball and head coach Rob Cooper are setting the goals high for the 2017 season despite a sluggish start. Cooper and his players have seen notable improvements, and remain focused on the primary target of earning a spot in…
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Penns Valley coach Karen McCaffrey wins 300th game
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SPRING MILLS — There are many things that people can potentially accomplish in 19 years, but Penns Valley Area girls basketball head coach Karen McCaffrey reached the milestone of a lifetime. McCaffrey secured her 300th victory as Penns Valley head coach Feb. 21, leading her squad over the Ligonier Valley Rams 60-50 in an…
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Press helps State College High top Chambersburg
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STATE COLLEGE — The State College High School boys’ basketball team took down Chambersburg High School, 59-42, in a rematch Jan. 24. State High improved to 12-3 overall and 9-2 in conference play, while the Trojans fell to 9-7 overall and 3-7 in conference play. It was the second win for State High…
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Penns Valley boys overcome Bald Eagle Area, 44-32
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SPRING MILLS — The Penns Valley Area High School boys’ basketball defeated Bald Eagle Area 44-32 on Jan. 17 to complete the season sweep against its cross-county rival. The Rams improved to 7-6 overall and 3-5 in conference play, while Bald Eagle fell to 1-12 overall and 0-8 in conference play. As the…
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Lift for Life enjoys another successful event
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The stands at Penn State’s lacrosse field were filled to capacity with Nittany Lion football fans of all ages July 16 in support of the 14th annual Lift for Life.