Volleyball: Shaulis, Foust selected to D6 first team Nov 20, 2009
Fellow senior Jessica Glover was a second-team selection for the Lady Eagles (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Man on a mission Nov 17, 2009
Jermaine started out at West Virginia, but after one too many position switches and a lack of playing time, Jermaine transferred to Division II California University of Pennsylvania. "Things didn't work out the way that I expected it to," Jermaine said. (Penn State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Western denied regional berth for second straight year Nov 16, 2009
Hosted by California University of Pennsylvania, California, Pennsylvania - November 19-21. No. 1 California (Pennsylvania) (32-4) vs. No. 8 Chowan (27-8) No. 2 Lock Haven (31-5) vs. No. 7 Mercyhurst (18-11) No. 3 Clarion (24-8) vs. No. 6 Edinboro (21-12) No. 4 Gannon (22-9) vs. No. 5 Wheeling Jesuit (32-5). (Wwuvikings.com)
Lady Icers top California University of Pennsylvania Nov 7, 2009
The No. 7 Penn State Lady Icers (4-1-1) defeated California University of Pennsylvania (2-4-1), 5-3, Friday night at the Greenberg Ice Pavilion. The Lady Icers capitalized on their power play opportunities, going 3-for-5 on the night with the extra skater. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Purdue exhibition season tips off tonight Nov 4, 2009
Purdue begins its season with an exhibition game against the California University of Pennsylvania, which is coming off a 13-13 seasons a year ago ... In case you're wondering, California University of Pennsylvania is located in California, Pa. (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
PG West: Freedom's Kubica hoping to sneak up on the field at WPIAL cross country championships Oct 29, 2009
Zboran, who roomed with Kubica at the California University of Pennsylvania cross country camp this past summer, was 30 seconds back. "If nothing else, I'm consistent," Kubica said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Shade has week of homecoming festivities Oct 10, 2009
In accordance with traditional homecoming festivities, a bonfire is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday for students and community members. A parade featuring queen candidates and class floats will travel through the streets of Central City beginning at 5 p.m. Friday. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
'Chestnuts roasting on an open fire ...' at festival Oct 8, 2009
Miss Nesser, executive director of Southpointe Center at California University of Pennsylvania in Canonsburg, has put together the program booklet for the festival, working with one of her Rowlesburg uncles. She vividly remembers how her grandfather Joseph used to pack chestnuts in a brown paper bag and wrap it with string with her mom's name written on it. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Fox Chapel glad for dose of stability Sep 25, 2009
Both are playing collegiate soccer now, Russo at California University of Pennsylvania and Feldman at Division-I Vermont. Despite accomplished careers Russo and Feldman never had a chance to compete in the WPIAL playoffs before their senior year. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Scout Q&A: IUP CB Akwasi Owusu-Ansah Sep 23, 2009
We played Cal [California University of Pennsylvania]; I didnt really play a lot, but we came back and won the game on the last drive against our rival. That was my most memorable experience. (BearReport.com)
Local sports roundup Sep 23, 2009
DAVIDSVILLE Conemaugh Township defeated Meyersdale 5-0 in a junior high girls soccer game Tuesday (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Colleges see record enrollment Sep 8, 2009
Joe Wojcik California University of Pennsylvania, led by President Angelo Armenti Jr., set a record-high for enrollment by registering a 5. 9 percent increase over last year. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
California challenges No. 6 Bloomsburg Sep 5, 2009
Maybe not in the case of California University of Pennsylvania. The Vulcans entertain talented Bloomsburg at 7 p.m. today at Adamson Stadium in a contest that will be televised by FSN Pittsburgh. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG South: In its 51st year, banquet in West Mifflin throws a changeup Sep 3, 2009
Sally Wiggin, a longtime newscaster at WTAE-TV, will receive the Bob Prince Memorial Award, given annually to a member of the media, and Jess Strom, a Steel Valley High School and Penn State graduate and now an assistant coach for the California University of Pennsylvania women's basketball team, will receive an award for outstanding achievement in women's basketball. The Rev. Ray Saunders, a former standout basketball player at West Mifflin North High School and Penn State in the 1960s, will... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
GLIAC Special Teams Player of the Week Sep 1, 2009
Indiana State) was named GLIAC Football "Offensive Player of the Week" after leading the Cardinals to a road upset of No. 8 California University of Pennsylvania. Ferris State University junior linebacker Kyle Fitzpatrick (Vestaburg, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Anna Mauer reflects on life in Somerset County 100 years ago Aug 24, 2009
Part of the farm where Mauer grew up is now the Edie Church and a cemetery. Mauer, who will celebrate her 100th birthday in April, said life was much different growing up. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Art student hopes to become art teacher Aug 23, 2009
The 18-year-old North Star High School graduate said she has been interested in art since she was in kindergarten and has a variety of pieces of work to prove it (Somerset Daily American, PA)
PG West/North: District players help Blue Sox in inaugural season Aug 13, 2009
His cell phone still has a "734" area code, but Prospect League manager Jason Wuerfel's Butler Blue Sox team had a significant "412 and "724" flavor to it this summer. A former Frontier League player and coach moved to the area from Traverse City, Mich., this summer to manage Butler's first year Prospect League team, the Butler Blue Sox. Team president Leo Trich Jr. knew of Wuerfel from their time in the Frontier League and he brought him on board to manage the Blue Sox. Wuerfel and Trich then... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South/East/West/North: Area women soccer players find a league of their own Aug 13, 2009
" Last summer, games were played at California University of Pennsylvania and Quaker Valley High School. All the contests this year were at Robert Morris and Etta said the folks at the Moon Township school could not have been more hospitable. "It was just a better location, easier for the players to get to than California," Etta said. "Plus, the field at Robert Morris is full size. It's what the college players are used to playing on. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Fleissner eager to guide Fort Cherry boys' team Aug 6, 2009
"I've always been involved in scholastic basketball. It's one of my true passions, one of the reasons I got into the field of education," said Fleissner, a 1989 Washington High School and 1994 California University of Pennsylvania graduate. "It's very exciting and I'm looking forward to the challenge of being competitive and working with some bright young guys.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East: Jeannette stays in house to replace football coach with familiar face Jul 16, 2009
An offensive and defensive lineman in high school, Hall played two seasons at California University of Pennsylvania after helping lead Jeannette to a WPIAL title in 1981. "I think it's an advantage being here for so long because you know the kids, and the kids know you," said Hall, whose day job also has been at the same Jeannette factory for the past 25 years. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG North: Talented new Federation League franchise hopes to start clicking Jul 9, 2009
Handza is coming off an outstanding freshman season at California University of Pennsylvania. Josh Campanella, a Hampton High School graduate and a player at Pitt-Johnstown, starts at third base. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Runners hit the pavement at Summerfair Jul 5, 2009
Chuck Kacsar, a senior at California University of Pennsylvania, finished first in the 5k run. Former Big Spring star and current University of Nebraska runner Lara Crofford cruised to first place in Saturdays 5K Summerfair run. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
PG West: Blackhawk's Stefanik puts an exclamation point on high school career in all-star game Jul 2, 2009
California University of Pennsylvania also recruited Stefanik but he wanted to give Division I a try. "I was definitely looking to get away [from home] and it's a D-I school. I was thinking about Cal and decided I had the option to transfer if I didn't like Indiana, but if I went to Cal, I'd be stuck there," he said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: Wildcats keep busy on the diamond all season Jul 2, 2009
" The new look Wildcats roster is still putting up similar results as it has in the past. Through 22 games they are 16-6 overall and 4-4 against Elite League competition. The Wildcats roster is made up mostly of players from southern high schools in the WPIAL such as Upper St. Clair, Peters Township, Washington and Mt. Lebanon. The four returning players from last summer are Central Catholic's Nick Berger, Chartiers-Houston's Jason Paris, South Park's Tarran Senay and Upper St. Clair's Christian... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South/West: Colts WR is a student of the game Jul 2, 2009
Alexander graduated from Center in 1996, helping the Trojans advance to the PIAA semifinals in 1994, and played at California University of Pennsylvania. He is now one of the core of veterans on a Colts team that is 5-0 heading into a game Saturday at 4 p.m. against the Cleveland Cobras at Ambridge High School's Moe Rubenstein Stadium. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Nikki Doria: Post-Gazette Female Athlete of the Year Jun 28, 2009
She will play soccer next season at California University of Pennsylvania, an NCAA Division II school. She plans to major in nursing. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hoarding a mounting problem Jun 26, 2009
She must have 1,000, said Kimberly Trimpey. She says, I may need it one day. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Steelers make more progress on signing picks Jun 19, 2009
The team also released six players on Thursday including former California University of Pennsylvania quarterback. The Steelers open training camp July 31. (ESPN -- Football News)
Shippensburg University names acting director of athletics Jun 5, 2009
In May, he earned a masters degree in sport management from California University of Pennsylvania. Verge recently completed his 11th season as the head coach of mens and womens swimming teams that have developed a reputation for outstanding academic and athletic excellence during his tenure. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Later Windber write-in campaign pays dividends Jun 4, 2009
Beth Ann Gustkey, 34, Jodi Gahagen, 47, and James Spinos, 48, will all appear on the November ballot for borough council after 106 additional votes were tabulated (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Donna Reed kept 341 soldiers' letters May 31, 2009
He studied industrial arts at California State Teachers College -- now California University of Pennsylvania -- and in 1950, he and his then-wife, Helen, moved to California. There, Mr. Skvarna spent his career as a teacher and administrator in the El Monte School District and raised three children. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG West: Sto-Rox, Riverside in WPIAL Class AA softball final again May 28, 2009
n Where: California University of Pennsylvania. n Who: Riverside vs. Sto-Rox. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG East/South: Shaler-Hempfield square off for WPIAL Class AAAA softball title May 28, 2009
n Where: California University of Pennsylvania. n The skinny: Neither team was one of the top four seeds when the playoffs began. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: Peters Township softball run ends in loss in WPIAL playoffs May 14, 2009
"I'm obviously disappointed to have the season come to an end in the first round of the playoffs, but I'm very pleased with our overall performance," Rhodes said after Monday's 2-0 loss to Hempfield Area at California University of Pennsylvania. "This is the fourth time in five years that we've been in the playoffs.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Dulac on Golf: Totteridge latest course to go public May 10, 2009
Other 2009 award winners announced by the Tri-State section: PGA President's Plaque: John Kerins, Tam O'Shanter GC; Junior Golf Leader: Randy Bisi, Latrobe CC; Teacher of the Year: Jerry Smith, Tam O'Shanter GC; Horton Smith Award (Education): Justin Barroner, California University of Pennsylvania; Bill Strausbaugh Award (Mentoring): Dave Martin, Pittsburgh Field Club; Merchandiser of the Year: Ed Habjan, Green Oaks CC (private); Bryon Palonder, Cedarbrook GC (public); and Ron Leporati, Bedford... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Spotlight: Transfer revives McCabe's career Apr 28, 2009
Kevin McCabe revived his football career at California University of Pennsylvania ... But thats what the former California University of Pennsylvania quarterback will be doing later this week after McCabe agreed to a deal Monday with the as an undrafted rookie. (SteelCitySports.com)
Vikings to make seventh straight regional appearance Apr 28, 2009
One (East): Cedarbrook Golf Course, California, Pennsylvania, California University of Pennsylvania, host May 3-5. Two (South): Mission Inn Resort Howey-in-the-Hills, Florida Sunshine State Conference and Central Florida Sports Commission, hosts May 3-5. (Wwuvikings.com)
Rebecca Jo Witosky, Gregory Brumagin Apr 19, 2009
Rebecca attended Clarion University and is a facility manager for Salvage Direct Inc. Gregory received his bachelor's degree in technology education from California University of Pennsylvania. He also received his master's degree in educational leadership from Edinboro University. (Erie Times-News, PA)
PG North: Butler Invitational track meet takes on a new look Apr 16, 2009
Search post-gazette NOW. For years, the Butler Invitational was the first early-season test for high school boys' track athletes. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Open season for Wild Things (Yesterday) Apr 10, 2009
Consol Energy Park -- home of the Wild Things, a member of the 12-team Frontier League --- also serves as the home field for teams from California University of Pennsylvania and Trinity High School and is used sporadically by other regional college and high school teams, according to Chris Blaine, director of marketing. The park seats roughly 3,200 patrons, not counting those in the luxury suites, picnic area and lawn, where they can opt to sit on a blanket in the grass and watch their favorite... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Pine-Richland: New stadium turf to cost $382,000 (Yesterday) Apr 10, 2009
The company has installed turf at Mars Area High School, Peters Township High School and California University of Pennsylvania. Athletic Director Clair Altemus told the board that eight companies had made presentations before bids were requested. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Fabulous Five Boys' Basketball All-Stars Apr 9, 2009
A second-team, all-state selection in Class A, McCauley is headed for California University of Pennsylvania after receiving some Division I interest. A Midland resident, he averaged 23. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Pine-Richland board votes to replace stadium turf Apr 9, 2009
The Pine-Richland school board voted unanimously last night to award the contract to replace the synthetic turf to low bidder ProGrass, a limited liability company headquartered in Downtown Pittsburgh that has installed turf at Mars Area High School and California University of Pennsylvania. Considerable discussion centered on how to line the field that is used for football, soccer, lacrosse and field hockey. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Smart move? VCU hires Florida assistant Apr 1, 2009
Before his time at Dayton and immediately after graduating from college, Smart served as an assistant coach at California University of Pennsylvania. The Division II school was 40-16 in those two seasons. (Florida Sports -- Rivals.com)
Man charged with homicide in hit and run Mar 20, 2009
The charges stem from an incident in which California University of Pennsylvania senior Brittany Stupar, 21, and Salvatore Buttiglione, 39, of Old Bridge, N.J., were struck as they and other patrons were leaving bars around 2:45 a.m. March 8 in Finleyville. The victims were walking across the street in the 3700 block of Route 88 when they were hit. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Sports schedule for Monday, March 16, 2009 Mar 17, 2009
The Gannon University women's basketball team tries to fight its way into the NCAA Division II Elite Eight when it plays No. 6 California University of Pennsylvania tonight at 7 in the Atlantic Regional championship game. The Lady Knights are in the Sweet 16 for the first time. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Myers takes 3rd in hurdles at NCAA D-II championships Mar 17, 2009
12 seconds for California University of Pennsylvania. His time was two-tenths of a second behind the first-place finisher, Andrew McDowell of Abilene Christian University (7. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Robots rule at major student competitions Mar 15, 2009
Tony Tye/Post-Gazette Members of the Highlands team, left to right, seniors Quan Truong, 17, Nick Signorella, 18, Courtney Kordes, 18, and Lexy Petrosky, 17, work on their robot at the BotsIQ Competition in the Natali Performance Center at California University of Pennsylvania in Washington County. At California University of Pennsylvania, metal crashed, parts flew and smoke and sparks rose, as 15-pound robots equipped with eggbeaters, spinning drums, propellers, spikes and circular saw blades... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Robot competitors prepare for battle Mar 12, 2009
Pam Panchak/Post-Gazette Shane McCarney and Carlo Iasella, seniors at Shaler Area High School, work on the school's robot, "The Annihilatrix Mark 2.0 Omicron," for the upcoming Bots IQ robot competition at California University of Pennsylvania ... Forty-eight teams will compete from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow and Saturday in the preliminary round of the fourth annual Southwestern Pennsylvania BOT IQ 2009 competition at California University of Pennsylvania. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
North Star's Zellem signs with Cal U Feb 14, 2009
North Star's Zellem signs with Cal U. After establishing himself as one of the top receivers in the area, Zellem signed a letter of intent on Friday to play for one of the top NCAA Division II football programs in the country. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Lady Icers confident heading into showdown with URI Feb 12, 2009
For this go around against URI, Penn State picked up a win against California University of Pennsylvania the week before meeting the No. 3 team in the ACHA.. The last time Penn State played URI, the Lady Icers were reeling from a 5-1 home loss against the same Vulcans squad. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Alaska Anchorage women remain atop basketball poll Feb 11, 2009
Anchorage Daily News. Photos and video from Alaska's brutal but beautiful season. (Anchorage Daily News)
Lady Icers beat Cal, 7-4 Feb 9, 2009
Hopes of a national tournament berth suddenly became a little more realistic as the Lady Icers beat California University of Pennsylvania Friday night in Bethel Park, 7-4. Alicia Lepore rang up a hat trick for the Lady Icers and freshman forward Michelle Clark tallied two goals as Penn State evened and ended the season series with the Vulcans at a game apiece. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Pennsylvania: Signing day recap Feb 8, 2009
Rochester's Paul Everson will attend California University of Pennsylvania. Slippery Rock's Anthony Papley will attend Slippery Rock University. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
