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2019 Pigskin Preview

Union Local wants to take the next step

By SETH STASKEY Times Leader Sports Editor MORRISTOWN — There’s no substitute for first-hand experience. Bernie Thompson agrees with that philosophy, but there are times when he wished he didn’t. As it pertains to himself, Thompson is totally on board with the idea as he prepares for ...

Barnesville looks to build on strong finish

BARNESVILLE — Momentum is a big factor in determining who wins and who losses in athletic competition. After going 3-7 in Blake Allen’s first year as head coach, Barnesville struggled to a 2-5 record after seven weeks in his second season. However, the Shamrocks caught fire and breezed to ...

Beallsville optimistic despite low numbers

BEALLSVILLE — Numbers are low but expectations are high at Beallsville. Rusty Lucas takes over the Blue Devil grid reins this fall. He succeeds Larry Deem who did a masterful job of keeping the program afloat for four seasons. Lucas has just 15 gridders to work with. However, a lack of ...

Morgantown Trinity making grid comeback

MORGANTOWN — When it comes to OVAC football, there is a new kid on the block. Morgantown Trinity is ushering in the gridiron sport this season for the first time since 2009. The Warriors will feature a 20-plus member squad and will be coached by Marcus Law. Trinity will tackle a nine-game ...

Numbers, expectations up at Bellaire

BELLAIRE — Mark Spigarelli entered the offseason with a renewed vigor. It didn’t take long, however, for him to jot down a few concerns that he knew had to be addressed before the 2019 Bellaire football season got under way. Spigarelli ventured to a few basketball and baseball games last ...

Bridgeport features youthful roster

By KIM NORTH Times Leader Sports Writer BRIDGEPORT — Year two of the Fred Ray era at Bridgeport is filled with plenty of question marks. Some of which are on the field and some that are off. One of those questions was filled recently when Clarksburg Notre Dame officially announced it was ...