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Sports Columns

Wojcik returning home to launch AAU program

WHEELING — Basketball has always been a major focus in Dave Wojcik’s life. The Wheeling native is now ready to embark on a new hoop challenge. Wojcik is not coaching collegiately or in the prep ranks for the first time since 1991. He stepped down as head coach at San Jose State in July, ...

Kinnick looking to end playing career in style

Fifth-year seniors — in today’s culture — are often times hard to find. That’s especially true at the Division II level. St. Clairsville graduate Matt Kinnick, however, defies that theory. The former Red Devil, who helped guide his alma mater to the Division IV state championship ...

Bell primed for sophomore season at A&T

WHEELING — Elijah Bell prides himself more on winning than personal numbers. The Wheeling Park grad, however, has produced a lot of both during his still-evolving football career. The 6-1, 221-pound wide receiver helped lead Park to the Class AAA West Virginia state football crown in ...

Dr. Maroon still going strong at 77

PITTSBURGH — Age is only a number. It is what you do with it that counts. Dr. Joseph Maroon is 77 years of age. His lifestyle is one in tune with someone closer to 27. Dr. Maroon is regarded as the leading neurosurgeon in the nation. He is the professor and vice chairman of the ...

OVAC: 75 years and going strong

WHEELING -- The Ohio Valley Athletic Conference is deeply etched into the fabric of the Ohio Valley. So much so, the nation's largest functional prep conference is celebrating its 75th year of operation. Such longevity in a time of widespread athletic transiency speaks volumes of both the ...

Monseau relishes new WVU position

MORGANTOWN — Dr. A.J. Monseau is passionate about medicine and just as passionate about athletics. It is no wonder the Wheeling Park grad is excited about his new job. Monseau, 37, has been named the new head team physician and medical director for West Virginia University ...