TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Click here for up-to-date schedules for all Connellsville Area Falcons athletic teams: http://casdathletics.org/main/calendar ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Director of Athletics and Transportation Richard Evans Athletics and Transportation Secretary Diana DeWitt Athletic Trainers Mark S. Pohlot Anthony DeCarlo- Excela Health 1941 Connellsville Cokers In the summer and fall of 1941, the United States was on the cusp of entering World War II. While many positions have been up for grabs in the weeks leading up to the season, one spot that wasnt really in question was that of the starting quarterback. Its another busy week of fall sports with plenty of WPIAL boys and girls soccer and girls volleyball coverage. Early indications are that the message is being received slowly but surely. Coach Perry Thomas resigns after 15 seasons at the helm of Fighting Tiger Football, Tigers have six NAIA Scholar-Athletes for 2022, Brumfield and Neally lead the Tigers earning All Mid-South Conference honors this season, Fighting Tiger Football has ten student athletes Academic All-Conference honors, Tigers show grit in the season finale against the Patriots Saturday afternoon. Connellsville opened the scoring when Baer hit Wormack on a 41-yard score. The official 2022 Football Roster for the Fairmont State University Fighting Falcons. Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association. Senior Tucker Blum (right tackle), Shaffer (right guard), junior Crue Harwell (center), sophomore Tyler Gallis (left guard) and junior Kenny Shultz (left tackle) were tops in the trenches in camp. Full Bio. The Golden Lions scored a touchdown in the third and fourth quarters. Connellsville, PA 15425 Farlow '97, Allie 'We all had one goal.' An indication of the teams commitment level has been on display during the offseason in conditioning and weight room sessions. Mount Pleasant scored a touchdown in every quarter, with Adamrovich hitting paydirt in the first third and fourth. Connellsville's first score went on the board when Richard Dixon recovered a fumble that led to Schroyer bulling his way in from three yards out. Connellsville QB Anthony Piasecki throws during a training camp workout before the 2022 season. Connellsville Area High School 'There were a lot of expectations, and sometimes that was a burden,' Gumbita admitted. 'I feel proud to be a part of it.' Bill Vokes returned a fumble for a 10-yard score and Bernie Egnatz returned an interception for a 51-yard score. Mount Pleasant's defense held up, and so did the perfect record. 'I have a lot of great memories, but the thing I remember most is that we were undefeated.' Connellsville 44, Vandergrift 0: In this game, it was Schroyer who outdistanced the entire Lancer rushing attack. Sophomore Xavier Malone could see time as a halfback or play other roles within Connellsvilles rushing attack. In the most exciting game of the season, Brownsville took an early lead, but Hart sent a pass to Lujack, who raced 55 yards for Connellsville's first score of the game. Connellsville 49, Tri-Valley 10: Even though Baer was sidelined with a rib injury, the Falcons had no trouble pelting the Griffins. Brewster, Tara Name Grade Ht. 'I don't remember what I ate for dinner last night,' Lujack said. I don't know if we were overconfident or what it was.' 'We had to play both ways back then,' Schroyer commented. 'Being undefeated is what you work for, and I still think about it from time to time,' Ruff said. But the Vikings remained on top of the heap in the Keystone Conference with a win over the Scotties. 'People even say today how close we were,' said Dave Reese, who is an assistant director at Allegheny East MHMR. The win concluded Mount Pleasant's perfect regular season at 10-0. But defenders, Gumbita, Egnatz and Fred Auer snuffed out the play and denied the conversion, sending the Vikings to the WPIAL championship at Three Rivers Stadium. Although a transformation likely wont happen immediately, the coaches are excited about whats in store for the Falcons. Mount Pleasant 28, Derry 16: The Vikings wrapped up the Keystone Conference crown with a win over the Trojans to conclude the regular season. Here is a look back at the how the Cokers did from week to week. The defense also had a share in the victory as it limited Penn-Trafford to just 151 total yards. While the offense struggled to score much of last season, the Connellsville defense had some big moments throughout the year but ultimately surrendered too much to opposing offenses, particularly as games wore on. In the second quarter, Hart returned a punt for an 80-yard score, which proved to be the longest scoring play of the season. 'The Three Rivers game came down to the wire, and we came up with the big play,' Gumbita said. Its still a tough conference, McClean said. Its a new coaching staff, new conference and it seems like a clean slate, Lembo said. Mike Earnesty also scored from a yard out after Gallo made an interception return for 19 yards down close to the goal line. Although many of the players on the 33-man team went on to great careers in a variety of different fields, their first taste of success came during that 1941 season in which the team finished with an undefeated record of 8-0-1. Get football scores and other sport scores, schedules, photos and videos for Connellsville Area High School Falcons located in Connellsville, PA There is no shortage of wide receivers and tight ends either. Schroyer's sentiments were echoed by many of his teammates, including Feniello, Hart and Lujack, as well as assistant coach Ed Spotts Sr. and head coach Art Ruff. Connellsville 38, Rostraver Township 0: The Cokers kicked off the 1941 campaign in style as Hart scored the first touchdown of the season, a 25-yard run. Bigam scored on a 12-yard run and Stokes rumbled in from four yards out. Thomas Jeffersons Preston Zandier collides with Trinity Anthony Phillips on Friday, Sept. 18, 2020. They were brothers that worked together. Ruff's troops had everything. Explore the benefits. 'We had a lot of great rivalries, and the fans were fantastic,' Schroyer said as he mentioned that even practices would sometimes draw thousands of people to Campbell field (Connellsville Stadium). Mike Kuhns (linebackers/offensive line), Joe Bonadio (quarterback/defensive backs), Howie Metzger (wide receivers/defensive backs), Zach Cooper (running backs/linebackers), Todd Barrett (offensive line/defensive line), Ron Marciante (tight ends/defensive ends) and Bronson Mickens (running backs/defensive backs) are also on board with helping to turn the Connellsville program around. He was hired on Wednesday as Connellsvilles new football coach to replace Marko Thomas, who left to take the job at Greensburg Central Catholic. 16^7hny6~j?y56y5[tzd~6cj96tn {>eIXIs}\ +Ij s"6%VIg:MfOk-h"10NafX7aP":c/Dft{:m6GD>$^-]3:KL_Cxv.e1dMl,R9s]COcl+(j(zq d]zrZ42oE:)J2ZW 2&XAVmkmZEC=t\L7e/]2o?J7:efAud}v0Sq,SKQE/1~D=m8KIR/e;GO{(xv"0FSbfL 2dX 8Sf2v-8}o::F]aysvj:mC)kK53c p) (EM6)fV2&ox8S9 Connellsville Area High School However, the 1986 Mount Pleasant Vikings proved that anything, even perfection, is possible. endobj Team schedule for 2022-2023 Connellsville football Conference record: 1-5-0 Overall: 2-8-0 WPIAL - Big Seven Conference * Conference games | PPD Postponed | F Forfeit View standings | View Roster | View day-by-day schedule | New team. <>/Metadata 87 0 R/ViewerPreferences 88 0 R>> Players such as Schroyer, Roy Doppelheuer, Donald Stefl and Dwayne Mortimer were all wounded in combat. Southmoreland scored late, but punter Carmen Giallonardo pinned the Scotties down with a 65-yard boot late in the game. View the Connellsville Varsity Football team schedule on sblivesports.com and scorebooklive.com. It was very special.' 'I think that is pretty outstanding.' The Falcons have endured back-to-back losing seasons and havent tasted victory since defeating Albert Gallatin to close out the 2019 season. See the Connellsville Falcons Football news, schedule, rosters, rankings, standings and more at sblivesports.com and scorebooklive.com Wagner, Lauren September 30th, 2020 Matchup: Connellsville vs. Franklin Regional 2020 47 Views Connellsville - Varsity Football has a new game matchup. Were not forcing them to be here. Freshman Connellsville, Pa. Connellsville. Last season, Connellsville was held to seven points or less in seven of its 10 games, including three shutouts. Season. Adamrovich scored three times. Its new for all of us and hopefully things work out. The Cavaliers went for the victory instead of a tie, but Surlas stopped a run just short of the goal line and Mount Pleasant had claimed its second WPIAL title in four years. Union College (Ky.) - Also in the second, Kenny Martray recorded a safety by sacking the Laurel Highlands quarterback behind the goal line. Adamrovich scored on a short run, and went over the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the season. In the second quarter, Cooper topped a nine-play drive with a one-yard burst into the end zone. 'We beat Uniontown and Uniontown beat Brownsville. The 1941 Connellsville Cokers, 1986 Mount Pleasant Vikings and 1991 Connellsville Falcons were three teams that symbolized greatness. John Surlas recovered a fumble, which helped set up a three-yard score by Adamrovich. WPIAL Championship - Mount Pleasant 14, Kiski 13: With just eight seconds left in the game, the Vikings' WPIAL championship hopes came down to one play. Date Opponent Venue Score; 8/26 7 pm: at Albert Gallatin : Albert Gallatin: W 16-13: 9/2 7 pm: But unlike in previous years, the responsibility of instituting that change wont fall on one person, namely the head coach. Connellsville racked up 387 total yards, while the defense limited Canon-McMillan to just 137 total yards. 'When I think of that team, I get a sense of total accomplishment,' said former kicker Robbie Butts, who is now working as an assistant coach at Junior High East. x[sO3Bp( " Rlb(-r Y]dpyLVgU={`Zn('?gv'^N~y?Wd&|h/:OW>O2>;Y7og7_';VO2e+s7;_/z7wK=8]ky;Ip?n<8}J;-! Maczko spent the past two seasons as Connellsvilles offensive line coach. University of the Cumberlands - 'The game that I look back on every now and then is the win over Uniontown,' said Spotts, who served as a teacher at Connellsville High School for 42 years. Mount Pleasant 14, Greensburg Central Catholic 7: The Vikings used the legs of Sherbondy and Adamrovich to run past the Centurions on a rainy night in Greensburg. Connellsville 24, Franklin-Regional 0: It was homecoming night, and the Falcons put on a show as they dominated the Panthers. 'The first thing that pops into my mind when I think of the 1986 team is the excitement and the fun we had,' said Doug Adamrovich, who was a star runner on the Vikings team, and is now a teacher in the Mount Pleasant School District. 2022-2023 SCHEDULE. Chad Lembo, Jace McClean and Mick Lilley are serving as co-head coaches this season. Paul Schofield is a Tribune-Review Staff Writer. Each coach will specialize in a certain aspect of the game. Feb 19, 2021 Updated Mar 26, 2022. 201 Falcon Dr We were united, and we were really good friends, and I think that was a big part of it.' Sherbondy scored from 15 yards out and El-Attrache connected with Williams on a 66-yard scoring strike. This is a look back at the wonderful accomplishments of these teams from 60, 15 and 10 years ago. The Connellsville Youth Football League is an organization of local football enthusiasts striving to provide an environment for young football players to build a strong fundamental football foundation by incorporatingstrong work ethic skills, character building and respect for the game. Connellsville picked up its third straight shutout by holding the Mustangs to 58 total yards. We have to focus on one step at a time. Mount Pleasant 27, Latrobe 0: The defense was the story in this game as the Vikings picked off three passes in the second quarter, which led to three scores, including a 26-yard interception return by Egnatz. Prior to this year's season-opening game against Upper St. Clair on Friday, Aug. 31. Weve got a group of kids that are buying in. September 10, 2022, Hide/Show Additional Information For Connellsville, PA. Pub. 2 h7 However, Connellsville came back with three straight scores in the third quarter as Robbie Butts budged in from a yard out and Cooper took one in from the 6. 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In the first half, Mount Pleasant raced out to a 14-6 lead thanks to two 1-yard dives by quarterback Dean El-Attrache. The 2022Western Pennsylvania Youth Football League - CLASS AAA consists of 10teams, 5teams make up the Eastern Conference and 5teams make up the Western Conference. In the secondary, look for junior Ethan Shultz to lead the way. 1 0 obj Early in the game, Derry held an 8-7 lead, but in the second quarter, El-Attrache put Mount Pleasant in front to stay with a two-yard plunge. After their high school playing days had ended, many of the Cokers served in the military, and many saw combat action in World War II. Also, the defense forced three first-half turnovers which helped Mount Pleasant build up a 21-0 lead. Then Adamrovich sealed it with a three-yard bolt to compete the scoring. athletic calendar. Then in the third, Grubbs raced 82 yards on a kickoff return before Bigam came through with a 25-yard touchdown scamper. 'That Southmoreland win was a great win, because Southmoreland had a bunch of great kids too,' said former head coach Bill Elder, who is now the head coach at DeLand High School in DeLand, Florida.' <> Lindsey Wilson College - Lujack scored twice in the first half, and Schroyer added a touchdown. By: Don Rebel And the defense held Johnstown to just 27 total yards in the stanza. But time expired, and Connellsville, because of a complicated scoring system was not eligible for the playoffs. Lujack completed the scoring late in the game. 'There was a lot of great work and dedication, and we had the support of the community,' Elder said. He vividly remembers the days when Connellsville was one of the top big school teams in the WPIAL under Dan Spanish. Lembo likes the way the offensive line is coming together, led by senior Spencer Shaffer. The 1991 Connellsville Falcons were a group of players from area farms, mountains and small-town streets that came together to not only rival big powerhouse Pittsburgh schools, but to defeat them. Mount Pleasant 21, Greensburg Salem 20: This was a game in which each team dominated, but the Vikings got the nod. (). October 15, 2022, Hide/Show Additional Information For They all have speed and good hands.. Its one thing to commit to the team concept, but there have to be goals to work toward in order to validate all the effort. The Vikings built up a 21-0 halfway through the second quarter. While the Falcons will be hearing three voices of authority, the message the trio delivers will be consistent. I think its working the way we envisioned it Lembo said, noting that it would have been tough for any one of the three coaches to handle all the responsibility of being the lone head coach due to other commitments. In the second half, Lujack capped the scoring with two more touchdowns. We all bleed blue and white, McClean said. September 24, 2022, Hide/Show Additional Information For November 5, 2022. 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Tembey. October 7th, 2020 Matchup: Connellsville vs. Nick Tzan completed Connellsville's scoring with an 18-yard touchdown reception from Baer. 'We played both offense and defense.' While having three head coaches will be a huge change to the Connellsville program, so too will be its new classification. Connellsvilles linebacking unit features some experienced players, with senior Michael Lancaster providing a strong veteran presence. Fr. Junior Varsity Football. : We all have a vested interest in the program and we want to do this right.. But despite their brilliant success, the Vikings' road to the 1986 WPIAL championship was not always smooth. Senior Aaron Grimm will also look to be a big-time contributor along the defensive front. Billy Ray Sherbondy was a big contributor, racking up 105 yards on 10 carries. During the team's first season, in fall 1982, Geibel played a junior-varsity schedule under head coach John Shields. and . Schroyer and Lujack each scored twice while Delligatti, Pitzer and Alfred Bieshada each tallied a score. Travieso, Madalyn There is no additional information to display. VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Boys Basketball Player of the Week: Rodney Gallagher 3rd of Laurel Highlands, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Player of the Week: Maddie Webber of South Fayette, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Boys Basketball Team of the Week: Penn Hills, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Team of the Week: Woodland Hills, VIDEO: Rebel Yell Podcast: Girls Basketball Team of the Week: Burgettstown, 2023 TribLIVE High School Sports Network | All rights reserved, Longtime Beaver football coach, WPIAL Hall of Famer Pat Tarquinio dies, Pine-Richland notebook: Heckert, Kerns picked for Big 33, Football coach Mike Collodi leaves Elizabeth Forward for Mt. Norwin's longest play of the game was a 20-yard run, and the Knights never really threatened to score. 'But I remember that we always enjoyed beating Uniontown.' As the 2001 season commences, and our young local athletes strap on the pads and prepare to chase football glory, it's fitting to look back at three of the most successful football teams that our area has ever seen. Connellsville tri-head coach Chad Lembo leads a training camp workout before the 2022 season. 'I still get chills when I watch the game tapes. Junior Finance Connellsville, Pa. Connellsville. The middle school team was undefeated, and we had 45 players on the team, Evans said. Adamrovich had two short touchdown runs for Mount Pleasant. Invite the coach El-Attrache hit Greg Czekaj on a 30-yard strike, then delivered a 56-yard scoring pass to Sherbondy. Ben has given his whole heart to this, Lembo said. The win was the Falcons' 21st straight regular season victory. Mount Pleasant 48, Yough 6: The Vikings' fifth win of the season was a thoroughly dominating effort over the Cougars. Basketball Swimming Volleyball Wrestling. Within the group, there is a mix of veteran leaders and newcomers looking to make an impact. Plus, we have new Rebel Yell podcasts four times this week only here on Trib HSSN. endobj Cheerleading Cross Country Football Golf Soccer Swimming Tennis Volleyball. ]&Sp${vekd+KP?#|+L 8iR[usm|m6mfa_v[$aFa|V;2nNiHr$"-h,RFM&Jj r_2|wwc2Jm_~FU_M{mn.t:_{*u{}M8Aj'Pmj51+at}(1=+n&rWA2 Mount Pleasant 9, Laurel Highlands 0: Despite a tremendous effort by the host Mustangs, Mount Pleasant was just a little too tough as the Vikings came through with a hard-fought win on the road to start action in the Keystone Conference. But the Vikings tied it was a pass play. Luther Wormack scored his first touchdown of the season on a seven-yard reception from Baer. and game updates from the Please visit the Western Pennsylvania Youth Football Website for information regarding the league. 'The thing that I think of first is the closeness,' commented Bob Gumbita, who is a teacher at Mount Pleasant and is also working as the head football coach at Bentworth. Taylaun has emerged as a leader and he is helping our younger guys, Lembo said. 2 0 obj They are hard-nosed runners, Lembo said, noting that there is plenty of competition in the backfield. Sophomore Vanderbilt, Pa. Connellsville Area (WVU) Full Bio. 'The word team comes to mind when I think about them,' said Connellsville head coach Dan Spanish. Pos. The shutout was Connellsville's third straight to start the season. Connellsville HS: 33: Stapf, Sydney: Infield/Outfield: Fr. The tie, felt like a loss, and it is still an unfortunate focal point for many of the players on that team. ]`~Fh?zil N+N;9L&7-yy>*M7UL!f&zO65v7=Z]FU2cBRUu7utSa[yUW}^D?>|*>`}G?=DXNIWc,+F Connellsville 28, Ringgold 20: At Ringgold, the Falcons didn't play their best game of the season, but it was enough to pull out a victory, despite several turnovers. The Friday nights of late summer and early autumn take on special meaning to local residents, as entire communities gather to cheer for their gridiron heroes. The official 2022 Football Roster for the Fairmont State University Fighting Falcons . During that season, the Mount Pleasant seniors adopted Quiet Riot's song 'Winners Take All' as a theme, in honor of a teammate that had died several seasons prior to the championship run. . Hart scored his second touchdown of the game before second-stringer Emett Delligatti capped the scoring with another six points. Connellsville 27, Norwin 0: Again, it was another great defensive effort by the Falcons. They want to be here and the community support means a lot to them., Just give us a chance, McClean said. ]Po#*oj-l"ck:~31us[eulpVuo[ejnvutZ#?C deYMUacdMU-LGVYFYADdsV m%8sDId ,;6_Vus-c+L[cyhcu^S?V .E. Sherbondy racked up 117 yards on 13 carries, including a nine-yard touchdown run. 'The game against Belle Vernon stands out for me because I had three interceptions and 12 tackles,' Gumbita recalled. But it will be better for us in the long run.. And over the years, there have been plenty of great scholastic teams to root for and ultimately cherish through strong memories that last a lifetime. Immediately (after we were hired), we had 10-20 kids working out. Callaway, Maicie Mount Pleasant 29, Penn-Trafford 6: The Vikings were clicking on all cylinders as the offense rolled and the defense was stingy in a win over the Warriors. Lebanon, South Park football coach Marty Rieck resigns after 8 seasons, 22 WPIAL football players picked for Big School East-West all-star game. Wt. 'A lot of our kids were in the service. -Fd4HdXrt>C9+mJ$m+:7@6Cak7r2Fu^ 27Eqe+dZp]uowewMW1!KFM^m8C{(6o, G"bk:uh+Ij3.OoF> 'Of all the groups that I've been associated with, it was probably the most focused,' said former quarterback Jason Baer, who is working as a financial advisor in Pittsburgh. Then Cooper tacked on two more scores in the second quarter. The Cokers featured some of the finest athletes Connellsville has ever been associated with, including the likes of 1947 Heisman Trophy winner John Lujack, former Pittsburgh Steeler Garry Feniello and former University of Pittsburgh head coach Dave Hart. In the second half, Gillott tossed a 34-yard strike to Grubbs, and Robbie Butts capped the scoring with a 39-yard field goal.
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