Category: Sports

Bob Walk Likes Pirates’ Improved Offense & Pitching So Far

It may only be a handful of exhibition, but 4-3-1 and a 13-run outing make for some optimism in the annals of the 2021 Pittsburgh Pirates.

Such high(er) hopes were the backbone to the discussion between longtime Pirates broadcaster Bob Walk and A.M. Beaver County’s Matt Drzik in talking about the Bucs’ stint in Bradenton so far. Walk mentioned that the depths from which the Pirates resided statistically last year must and should be improved upon, while the young pitching staff might be ready to compete for higher accolades in a couple of years.

To listen to the full Spring Training Report, click on the player below!

Pirates acquire RHP Underwood in trade with Cubs

Pirates acquire RHP Underwood in trade with Cubs
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired right-hander Duane Underwood Jr. in a trade with the Chicago Cubs. The 26-year-old Underwood went 1-0 with a 5.66 ERA in 17 games with Chicago during the pandemic-shortened season. He was designated for assignment on Tuesday. The Cubs received minor league first baseman Shendrik Apostel in the deal.

Rochester knocks off Western Beaver!

 

 

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The Rochester Rams defeated the Western Beaver Golden Beavers 49-30, and move on.  It was a tight game in the first quarter for there was not a whole lot of offense. The second quarter was much better for Rochester as they began to heat up on offense, but the same can not be said about Western Beaver as they were basically shut out in the second quarter only scoring 2pts. The Rams went into the half with a 15-8 lead, and kept adding to the lead expanding their lead to 20 going into the 4th quarter. Much was the same in the 4th quarter as Rochester did not let up. The Rams will face the winner of Leechburg vs Eden Christian.

You can listen to the postgame here:

CCBC Players of the Game 3/5/21

 

The CCBC Players of the Game for Western Beaver vs Rochester Boys on Thursday , March 4th, 2021.  From Western Beaver High School, Jake Stiger, and from Rochester High School, J.D. Azulay.  The game was heard live on Beaver County Radio 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, 99.3 FM and beavercountyradio.com 

You can see all of the past CCBC Players of the Game for High School Sports by clicking on the CCBC Logo Below:

 

Aliquippa Defeats New Brighton 72-42!!!!

 

New Brighton came out strong against Aliquippa but still kept it a close score after one With the score New Brighton 17 Aliquippa 16. The Quips came to play in the Second putting up a bunch of points against The Lions with the score at the half Quips 37 Lions 23. Aliquippa kept the scoring going putting up more points on New Brighton with the score after three Aliquippa 54 New Brighton 34. In the final quarter of the game The Quips finished Strong Almost putting up the mercy rule against The Lions With the Final Score Aliquippa Quips 72 New Brighton Lions 42.

Steelers, Roethlisberger agree to new deal for 2021 season

Steelers, Roethlisberger agree to new deal for 2021 season
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger is returning for an 18th season with the Pittsburgh Steelers and is taking a pay cut to do it. The team and the two-time Super Bowl winner announced they have agreed on a new contract that assures the 39-year-old will be back in 2021. Financial details were not immediately available, though the Steelers made no secret of the need for Roethlisberger to take a pay cut to ease some of the burden of his NFL-high $41.25-million salary-cap hit scheduled for 2021.

 

PIAA Sets Rules For Spring High School Sports

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Spring sports student athletes and coaches don’t need to wear masks when outside as long as they can keep 6 feet apart according to new PIAA guidelines.
The board met Wednesday and approved the new rules for baseball, softball, track and other spring sports. Preseason practices could start statewide on Monday.

Spring sports were shut down last year because of the pandemic, meaning athletes had no season.

Other rules include:

If a baseball pitcher wears a mask, it must be a solid, dark color. Softball pitchers cannot wear optic yellow. Pitchers are encouraged to not lick fingers or blow into their hands, but that’s not a mandate.
Umpires are required to wear a face covering behind the plate.
Races of 800 meters or longer are considered moderate risk activities, so the PIAA recommends they be “run in alleys or minimally one turn staggers.”
Relay runners may wear disposable gloves
Lacrosse players are not required to wear a mask during competitions since they already wear a helmet and mouth guard.

Freedom beats Avonworth 40-22!

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Freedom Lady Bulldogs defeated Avonworth Lady Antelopes 40-22,  to advance in the WPIAL Playoffs. The game started out real slow as both teams could not score going over 4 minutes with making a field goal. The Bulldogs did enough to take an early lead going into the half, as they were leading 18-11. But, in the second the Lady Bulldogs heated up and started making shot. Stretching their lead to 22 at the end of the third quarter. The Lady Bulldogs kept up the pressure all the way until the final buzzer. The Bulldogs outscore the the Antelopes 31-12 the last 2 quarters.