PG North: Squeglias take different routes to achieve success on college baseball fields May 8, 2008
Jon, his younger brother by two years, is a 5-8, 164-pound former outfielder and now a junior left-handed finesse pitcher at California University of Pennsylvania. A number of circumstances, however, combined to put the two Shaler Area High School graduates on an apparent collision course to face each other in a key Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference game earlier this spring. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Sports news briefs May 8, 2008
Heather Kearney, the associate head coach of the women's basketball team the past four years at California University of Pennsylvania, will officially be named the head coach at a news conference today. Former Montana State basketball player Branden Miller has been sentenced to 125 years in prison in the shooting death of a suspected drug dealer Jason Wright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Many teams look forward to postseason May 6, 2008
Fifth-ranked California University of Pennsylvania (23-2), the PSAC champion which has won nine matches in a row with eight by shutout, plays St. Michael's and Slippery Rock (20-3) meets Holy Family in the NCAA regional Thursday at Bryant College. California's Helena Van Eysendeyk was MVP of the PSAC tournament. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Fencil honored as the Lions Club student of the month May 5, 2008
In the fall, he will be attending California University of Pennsylvania, to study fisheries, biology and environmental science. Daily American Discussions. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Alcohol targeted in California U. students death May 2, 2008
(AP) The Washington County Coroner is trying to determine whether alcohol played a role in the death of a California University of Pennsylvania student at an off-campus apartment. Coroner Tim Warco says 19-year-old sophomore William Kiel Bobbitt was drunk when he arrived at the friends apartment about 1 a.m. Thursday looking for a place to stay. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Wartburg names new men's, women's soccer coach Apr 22, 2008
Don't have an account. (older than 14 days). (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Vincent leaving Cal for Division I Apr 22, 2008
Darcie Vincent, the architect of one of the country's premier NCAA Division II women's basketball programs at California University of Pennsylvania, is the new head coach at Division I Appalachian State. The official announcement will be made at a news conference Thursday at Appalachian State, located in Boone, N.C., and a member of the Southern Conference. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hillary In Bitterland Apr 22, 2008
Here in this valley - the Mon Valley, short for Monongahela, in the southwestern corner of Pennsylvania - Daley is speaking to a crowd of more than 1,000 people gathered to see Clinton in the gym at California University of Pennsylvania. Daley, born and raised in the Mon Valley, is still a bit angry about s bitter comments - absolutely appalling, he tells me after he leaves the stage. (CBS News)
Clinton finds friends among 'bitter' folks of Mon Valley Apr 20, 2008
Hillary Rodham Clinton as Gov. Ed Rendell cheers during a rally at California University of Pennsylvania yesterday. CALIFORNIA, Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bowser signs to play baseball at Cal Apr 12, 2008
BOSWELL North Star High school senior Kyle Bowser has signed a national letter of intent to play collegiate baseball at NCAA Division II California University of Pennsylvania. Bowser is a standout shortstop on the Cougars varsity baseball team. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
District Spotlight: Cal gaining respect on a national level Apr 9, 2008
The California University of Pennsylvania athletic programs are moving up the national charts. The Vulcans are seventh in the standings for the U.S. Sports Academy Directors' Cup, awarded to the most successful men's and women's programs in NCAA Division II, through completion of winter sports. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Girls Fabulous Five for 2008 Apr 3, 2008
She has verbally committed to California University of Pennsylvania after an outstanding season during which she averaged 26 points per game, second-best in the WPIAL. Brown scored 41 points in a game against Center and 40 in another contest against Hollidaysburg. Brown, who also averaged four assists and five rebounds a game, was named to the second team on the Associated Press Class AAA All-State squad. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Students explore financial aid opportunities at college fair Mar 29, 2008
Josh said he wanted to major in secondary English education at California University of Pennsylvania. English is my subject; that s what I do, he said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
UAA men put it on line today Mar 27, 2008
Yep, California University of Pennsylvania star Ron Banks is an old man by today's college basketball standards, but the former high school McDonald's All-American still has game. The senior proved that by earning Most Valuable Player honors in the East Regional and leading the Vulcans into the NCAA Division II Elite Eight in Springfield, Mass. (Anchorage Daily News)
Delta State advances to Division II semifinals Mar 27, 2008
Jessica Boyd led three players in double figures with 16 points tonight, helping Delta State beat California University of Pennsylvania 75-64 in a quarterfinal game of the womens NCAA Division II basketball tournament. Delta State improved to 33-0 and moved within two victories of the programs first national title since 1992. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Women's team loses Mar 27, 2008
-- Delta State's 11-0 run midway through the second half snuffed the upset hopes of California University of Pennsylvania in the NCAA Division II women's Elite Eight tournament last night. The spurt by undefeated and No. 1 ranked Delta State turned a one-point lead into a 75-64 victory. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Men's team falter Mar 27, 2008
The California University of Pennsylvania guard, who came off the bench to score a team-high 19 points, let go with a 3-point shot from just inside the half-court line. The ball hit the rim but bounced away, along with the Vulcans' hope for an NCAA Division II men's basketball championship. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bentley uses perfect formula in win Mar 27, 2008
In the other quarterfinal games, Alaska-Anchorage (29-5) topped California University of Pennsylvania (28-6), 55-52; and Augusta State (27-6) outlasted Central Oklahoma (28-6) in two overtimes, 106-104. Bentley, a defensive-minded team, won the final game of the day on the strength of a sizzling offensive display. (Boston Globe)
UAA's Cooper named to All-America team Mar 26, 2008
No doubt he would have deflected the attention as he typically does, passing the credit to his teammates and coaches like a true point guard and opting to focus on Wednesday's quarterfinal game against ninth-ranked California University of Pennsylvania. Not even Cooper could diminish his special season, though. (Anchorage Daily News)
Cal men, women in Division II Elite Eight tomorrow Mar 25, 2008
California University of Pennsylvania has been making a name for itself the past seven months in the world of NCAA Division II athletics ... "We don't want people to have to say we're California University of Pennsylvania," Pucci said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Washington Sunday: Williams gives Cal women a timely boost Mar 23, 2008
Escaping the first round and reaching the Elite Eight was an overall improvement from last year for the California University of Pennsylvania women's basketball team. Individually, no Vulcans player may have shown as much improvement as Brooque Williams did. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Washington Sunday: Cal's Adamson heads Mon Valley 'Hall' class Mar 23, 2008
In 1971, California University of Pennsylvania named its football stadium after him while he was a member of the college's board of trustees. The late Mr. Adamson and seven other sports legends will be the latest inductees -- three posthumously -- into the Mid Mon Valley All Sports Hall of Fame this spring. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Former 1,000-point scorers to play in Berlin basketball fundraiser Mar 22, 2008
He began his college career playing for Liberty University and ended his career at California University of Pennsylvania. The women s team roster of 1,000-point scorers includes Jackie (Glessner) Hoover, Emily (Allen) Engle and Brittany Pryde, all of Berlin; Holly Muir of Conemaugh Township; Megan Schmuck of Rockwood; Courtney Smith of Turkeyfoot; Kari (Lowry) Haer of Shanksville; Shauna Browning of Shade; and Tonya (Christner) Daniels of Meyersdale. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
NCAA Division II Tournament: California reaches Elite Eight (03/19/2008) Mar 21, 2008
-- The player fondly called the "old man" on the California University of Pennsylvania men's basketball team is Ron Banks, a 6-foot-6 senior who is 31 years old. He joined the Vulcans two years ago from junior college. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
California welcomes Millersville in regional final (03/18/2008) Mar 20, 2008
California University of Pennsylvania hopes to make its dream of reaching the Elite Eight a reality when it plays host to Millersville in the NCAA Division II men's basketball East regional final at 7 p.m. today at Hamer Hall. The Vulcans (27-5), making their first appearance in the regional final since 1996, have won five in a row and 18 of 19. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NCAA division II women: California: No hype for Elite Eight Mar 20, 2008
California University of Pennsylvania women's basketball coach Darcie Vincent isn't filling the heads of her players with too many glowing facts about top-ranked and undefeated Delta State. "The less we tell the kids, sometimes, that's beneficial," said Vincent, who is taking California (27-6) to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight for the third time in her eight seasons as head coach and the first time since 2004 when it won the national championship. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Beaver Falls grad Johnson a good fit for California (Pa.) men's basketball team Mar 20, 2008
But since the first part of January, Kenny Johnson has been making a name for himself on the California University of Pennsylvania men's basketball team. "I was like the phantom or something," said Johnson, who graduated from Beaver Falls in 2003. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Early lead of no help to Tritons Mar 17, 2008
SDSU's club team dropped a 7-3 decision to California University of Pennsylvania in the American Collegiate Hockey Association's Division III championship game in Rochester, Minn. Women's water polo. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
St. Patrick's Day revelers greet Clinton Mar 16, 2008
Ms. Harbert, a California University of Pennsylvania student decked out in green beads and green eyeshadow, adjusted to the later start time by hosting an 8:30 a.m. "kegs and eggs" party in her West Mifflin apartment. "We want 7 to 7 back," shouted a male friend of hers, wearing a green foam 10-gallon hat. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Washington Sunday: Highly touted Ambridge player commits to Vulcans Mar 9, 2008
It won't become official until April 16, and Darcie Vincent isn't allowed to talk to the media about any unsigned recruits before that date, but mention the name Kiki Brown to the California University of Pennsylvania women's basketball coach and she's sure to smile. Vincent, who had the Vulcans in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference's final four at IUP this weekend, has received a verbal commitment from Brown, a 5-foot-8 senior guard at Ambridge Area High School. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Rich Emert's notebook Mar 6, 2008
That's why Tirik is pleased that her star player, Kiki Brown, has accepted a scholarship to California University of Pennsylvania. Brown, a 5-foot-8 guard, was the WPIAL's second-leading scorer during the regular season, averaging 25. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG South: Hickey keeps Elizabeth Forward skating smoothly Mar 6, 2008
Hickey said he is leaning toward attending California University of Pennsylvania this fall and playing for that school's club hockey team. But he hasn't ruled out trying out for the Junior A North American Hockey League or the Eastern Junior Hockey League. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Twist and shout Feb 12, 2008
A college buddy introduced Mr. McNulty to his future wife because he was too shy to approach the young lady with the long hair and shapely figure, even though they were classmates at California University of Pennsylvania. In their first conversation, Mr. McNulty mentioned the Stockdale dance and they agreed to meet there. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Debate continues over stocked vs. wild pheasants Feb 10, 2008
The flagship plan is a habitat-growing, animal-swapping partnership including Pheasants Forever, the National Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited and California University of Pennsylvania. "We're capturing wild turkeys and giving them to South Dakota," said Feaser. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PSAC schools take advantage of area talent Feb 7, 2008
Scranton wide receiver/defensive back and kick returner Tar Barrett accepted a grant-in-aid package from Clarion University, and teammate Dylan Webb is headed to California University of Pennsylvania. Also, Lakeland linebacker and fullback Craig Chopko chose Lock Haven, Abington Heights defensive back Kurtis Medeiros has chosen Shippensburg and Delaware Valley fullback Tony Whitty is going to Bloomsburg. (Scranton Times, PA)
Washington County man seeks Murtha’s seat Jan 22, 2008
The Monongahela Valley native graduated in 1999 from the California University of Pennsylvania with a degree in political science. In 2002, he obtained a secondary social studies teaching certification from Robert Morris University and has begun working toward a Master s Degree of Education at the University of Pittsburgh. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Man accused of posting Web threat against Cal U. students Jan 16, 2008
Police say a 21-year-old man is charged with terroristic threats after threatening to kill California University of Pennsylvania students in a posting on a social networking Web site. Police say Zachary Brett Buday of California, Pa. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Le'Quita Beaton Named Assistant Athletic Trainer Jan 15, 2008
During the 2003-04 school year, she was a graduate assistant athletic trainer at California University of Pennsylvania ... In addition, she received her masters of science in athletic training from California University of Pennsylvania in 2004. (Und.com)
Washington County gets first Republican DA in 44 years Jan 6, 2008
The son of Jerry and Darla Toprani, of Carroll, Mr. Toprani graduated from Ringgold High School in 1997, and received a degree in history and political science from California University of Pennsylvania in 2001 before entering law school. County Assistant Public Defender Charles Carpinelli said his office is not apprehensive about the transition, saying Mr. Toprani has surrounded himself with talented staff. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
State university presidents get raises Jan 4, 2008
Angelo Armenti, California University of Pennsylvania, 2. 9 percent, to $209,429. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
PG North/South/East/West: Q&A with Joe Butler Jan 3, 2008
So, Butler, who graduated from South Hills Catholic High School and California University of Pennsylvania, came up with the idea of starting a football camp to help high school players sharpen their skills and give college coaches a chance to look at a lot of area players in one place. Today, Butler heads Metro Index Football Scouting. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
State championship the legacy Martin leaves with River Hill Dec 21, 2007
Culler may try to walk on at California University of Pennsylvania or Salisbury University. "He's going to be very successful" whatever he does, Luthe predicted. (Howard County Times, MD)
PG North: Quaker Valley grad a finalist for Upshaw Award Dec 20, 2007
For the second consecutive year, Quaker Valley High School graduate Tim McCutcheon, a senior offensive lineman at California University of Pennsylvania, was selected as one of eight national finalists for the Gene Upshaw Award, presented annually to the top offensive or defensive lineman in NCAA Division II.. Sponsored by the Manheim (Pa. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Vulcans come up a tad short Dec 16, 2007
"They made one more big play than we did," said Luckhardt, coach of the California University of Pennsylvania Vulcans. "We had such a phenomenal year. The team gave such a tremendous effort," said Luckhardt, after the heartbreaking 28-24 loss. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Valdosta St. 28, California, Pa. 24 Dec 9, 2007
- Maurice Leggett intercepted a pass in the end zone with 56 seconds remaining in the game to help Valdosta State defeat unbeaten California University of Pennsylvania 28-24 in an NCAA Division II semifinal game on Saturday. Leggett's pick came on a second-and-goal toss from Vulcans quarterback Joe Ruggiero. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Valdosta State holds off Cal U. on last-minute interception Dec 9, 2007
-- Maurice Leggett's end zone interception with less than a minute left preserved Valdosta State's 28-24 victory over previously unbeaten California University of Pennsylvania in an NCAA Division II semifinal today. No. 8 Blazers (12-1) will play the winner of the Grand Valley State-Northwest Missouri game for the national championship Dec. 15 at Florence, Ala. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Our own Cal U. is playing great football Dec 8, 2007
Bob Donaldson/Post-Gazette California University of Pennsylvania head coach John Luckhardt's Vulcans play Valdosta State at 11 a.m. today in a Division II semifinal game ... California University of Pennsylvania and its 13-0 football team are about to give America a geography lesson ... To much of America, though, California University of Pennsylvania is still an unknown, a mystery school. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Quarterfinal recaps Dec 2, 2007
-- Windell Brown ran for three touchdowns and Daine Williams added two more on the ground, leading California University of Pennsylvania over Shepherd ... The Blazers (11-1) will play California University of Pennsylvania in the semifinals. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Shepherd falls in quarterfinals Dec 2, 2007
Windell Brown ran in three touchdowns and Daine Williams rushed for two more as California University of Pennsylvania beat Shepherd 58-38 in an NCAA Division II quarterfinal game on Saturday. California (13-0), which is ranked sixth nationally, was undefeated in the regular season for the first time since going 8-0 in 1958. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- Sports)
California State University dorms adopt green concept Nov 26, 2007
John Heller/Post-Gazette New $121 million residence halls on campus at California University of Pennsylvania boast green design technology ... Little wonder, then, that administrators at California University of Pennsylvania decided after crunching the numbers to take a bold step. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Men's Basketball Edges CUP, 85-80, In Overtime Nov 25, 2007
The Wayne State University men's basketball team (4-0 overall) concluded its season-opening four-game home stand with a thrilling 85-80 overtime victory over 26th-ranked California University of Pennsylvania (1-1 overall). The visiting Vulcans entered the contest 1-0 after a 120-31 dismantling of Penn State-Greater Allegheny on Tuesday. (Wsuathletics.com)
California advances; IUP eliminated Nov 25, 2007
The irresistible force easily succumbed to the immovable object yesterday in the second round of the NCAA Division II playoffs at California University of Pennsylvania. The Vulcans (12-0), playing the program's first postseason game, routed Southern Connecticut State, 43-7. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Nist named Player of the Year Nov 21, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania sophomore outside hitter Joanna Nist was named Player of the Year for the NCAA Division II Women s Volleyball All-Atlantic Regional Team. Nist, a former Rockwood High School standout, was also a first-team PSAC West all-star selection this season. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Three Vikings named Pacific Region All-Stars Nov 21, 2007
Jennifer Blasko Slippery Rock University OH Jr. Stacey Borgia Lock Haven University MB Jr. Renata da Silva** California University of Pennsylvania S So ... Sr. Daviana Metti Lees McRae College OH Sr. Sam Mitchell Mount Olive College OH Sr. Jenna Newman** Edinboro University of Pennsylvania MB Sr. Joanna Nist California University of Pennsylvania OH So ... Amber Santavy California University of Pennsylvania OH Sr. Christina Steiner Clarion University OH Sr. Katie Wilkins Edinboro University of... (Wwuvikings.com)
Flick named AVCA Pacific Region Coach of the Year Nov 21, 2007
AVCA Division II Atlantic Region Coach of the Year Melissa Myers, California University of Pennsylvania 2007 Record: 35-3, 10-3 Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference In her sixth season as head coach of California University of Pennsylvania (California, Pa. Melissa Myers has led her Vulcan team to a 35-3 record and the national quarterfinals of the NCAA Division II Volleyball Championship. (Wwuvikings.com)
PG South: Three from district selected to PSAC football all-star team Nov 21, 2007
McKeesport Area graduate Darren Burns, a junior linebacker at California University of Pennsylvania, was voted to the first team. Burns, a second-year starter, contributed 45 total tackles, including 27 solo hits. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: The switch of Rochester's Jermaine Moye to offense has helped California go 11-0 Nov 21, 2007
In the 2007 California University of Pennsylvania football media guide, Jermaine Moye is listed as a defensive back. Ditto in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference football guide. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
1st black in NHL gives tips Nov 18, 2007
Two of its alumni are playing club hockey for California University of Pennsylvania. Eleanor Chute can be reached at or 412-263-1955. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
California, Pa. 30, Shippensburg 9 Nov 12, 2007
(AP) Daine Williams ran for 157 yards and a touchdown as California University of Pennsylvania finished the regular season undefeated for the first time since 1958 by beating Shippensburg 30-9 on Saturday. California (11-0, 6-0 PSAC-West) entered the game ranked No. 6 in the Division II poll and never trailed Shippensburg (3-8, 2-4). (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Home sellers, Realtors try free Web classifieds Nov 10, 2007
"My theory on the market is that people buy the house they like when they find it, regardless of whether or not there's a Realtor," said Mr. Madden, vice president of academic affairs at California University of Pennsylvania. And what better place to get the word out than in a free ad on a site that's used by more than 25 million people each month. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Washington Sunday: After a rugged start, Ringgold rallies to earn WPIAL playoff berth Oct 28, 2007
The veteran coach is in his first year leading the Rams after being an assistant last season, reprising a role he had with the team nearly four decades ago before a coaching stint at Belle Vernon, his team's opponent this past Friday, among other schools, including California University of Pennsylvania. His experience has helped the Rams enjoy a productive season. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Media panel selects Vols to win league Oct 24, 2007
The Vols will play exhibition games against California University of Pennsylvania on Nov. 2 and Lincoln Memorial on Nov. 5, before opening the season Nov. 9 at home against Temple. Story created Oct 24, 2007 - 00:06:53 EDT.. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Saenz, Hernandez, Hillenbrand Free Agents Oct 15, 2007
Former Minor Leaguer Honored-- Randal Alan "Randy Wadsworth" will enter the California University of Pennsylvania Athletic Hall of Fame as and was labeled "the best athlete that ever played for me" by his former coach. Wadsworth, who played professionally in the Los Angeles Dodgers system, is humbled by the honor he will formally receive Oct. 19 at the 13th annual Hall of Fame ceremonies. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Fishing -- Land swap marks latest step to improve Youghiogheny River watershed Oct 14, 2007
The brookies were planted in 1999 through 2001 by California University of Pennsylvania biologist Bill Kimmel and his students, who used wild and stocked fish from nearby Little Dunbar Creek, the Yough Area Fisherman's Association and the Chestnut Ridge chapter's nursery, run in conjunction with the Fish Commission on the Yough. "Before sand treatment, the last known fish were in the 1960s," said Rob Ryder, a DEP water pollution biologist who was one of Kimmel's graduate students. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
PG West: Moon grad boosts RMU soccer team Oct 11, 2007
California University of Pennsylvania posted an impressive 38-12 win over IUP on Saturday, and West Allegheny graduate Dionte Henry capped the victory with an interception return of 72 yards for a touchdown with 50 seconds left in the game. Henry is a 5-11, 200-pound senior defensive back. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
