ALL CONFERENCE PLAYERS

SIx Knights were honored in all-Quad South Conference voting done by the league's coaches for their play this season.

Dylan Zgurich led the Norwin honorees by being selected as the second-team punter. In addition to his solid punting all season, Zgurich also a running back produced a pair of big runs on fake punts during the year.

The five other Norwin players selected all were chosen as honorable mentions. On offense, guard Quade Davis, center Dylan Keefer and wide receiver Luke Kljucaric were chosen, and on defense, linebacker Kenny Berryman was selected.

WILDCATS ROAR TO VICTORY AT CASTLE

Latrobe's up-and-down season took a turn in a positive direction Friday night.The Wildcats rediscovered their ground game in a 28-14 win over Norwin at Norwin Stadium. Coach Ray Reitz's offense had not produced a 100-yard rusher all year — until last night, when Rob Vasinko and Richard Hall rushed for 154 and 122 yards. "We feel we were a lot better than we played all season," Reitz said. "I think tonight we played at least halfway to our capabilities." Latrobe's defense was also stout, sacking Norwin's Tommy Quealy six times. The Wildcats stopped Norwin twice on downs deep in Latrobe territory, keeping momentum on their side much of the evening. "I have a lot of respect for their coaching staff," Reitz said. "That is a young team that might be a bit too young." Latrobe struck first with a 10-play, 33-yard drive that spanned the first and second quarters. Quarterback Logan Carns capped the surge with a 1-yard TD run. The Wildcats made it 14-0 midway through the second when Vasinko ended a 45-yard march with a 9-yard scoring run. Latrobe took a three-score lead early in the fourth. After stopping the Knights on fourth-and-goal, Hall busted an 80-yard run for a score. "That was huge on their part," Norwin coach Art Tragesser said. "We drive down there, get stopped and they break a big one." Norwin climbed back into the fray when Quealy found Luke Kljucaric for a 69-yard touchdown. The Knights recovered the subsequent onside kick but again were turned away on downs deep in Latrobe territory. Latrobe clinched the win with an 81-yard march that Vasinko capped with a 4-yard run. Norwin ended the scoring when Dylan Zgurich rumbled in from 18 yards.

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TIGERS SINK CLAWS INTO KNIGHTS

Coming off its first conference loss of the season, McKeesport bounced back with a dominating performance. Both teams played without key offensive players. The Tigers were without senior running back Donte Patterson because he violated a team rule, and the Knights (0-7, 0-4) were missing senior quarterback Tommy Quealy, who did not travel with the team due to illness. Junior Cody Sabol filled in for Quealy and completed 10 of 25 passes for 81 yards, including a 30-yard touchdown pass to Luke Kljucaric in the fourth quarter. "I think Cody really did a nice job," Norwin coach Art Tragesser said. "He was under a lot of pressure. That was his first start -- he's usually our JV starter -- and I was pleased with how he did." The Knights will host Latrobe next Friday night at the castle..

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KNIGHTS FIGHT HARD BUT FALL SHORT

Norwin rebounded from a difficult loss at Gateway with a hard fought game against the Falcons of Connellsville. Although they fell short, the Knights showed alot of heart and determination. Josh Fremd kicked the game-winning, 20-yard field goal with 1:43 remaining for Connellsville, the Falcons then held on and were able to stop the Knights last minute drive to preserve a tough 31-28 win at the castle. The Knights will be on the road against the Tigers of McKeesport this Friday night...

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KNIGHTS OVERWHELMED BY THE GATORS OF GATEWAY

Gateway scored early and often, Coach Tragesser's Knights of Norwin were not able to match the intensity and catchup to the Gators! The Knights will look to rebound on Friday night against the Falcons of Connellsville at the Castle. Firday nights game will be the start of Homecoming weekend. Come out and support the Knights!

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KNIGHTS FALL IN EARLY HOLE UNABLE TO COMPLETE COMEBACK...

Although it was Norwin's best half of football, it was not enough for the Knights to earn their first win of the season. It took the host Knights 24 minutes of play to get untracked Friday evening, unfortunately for coach Art Tragesser's squad, the hole was too deep to overcome, as Hempfield used two turnovers and an opportunistic offense to earn a 24-14 win at Norwin Stadium. The Knights will travel to Monroeville next Friday evening to take on the Gators of Gateway at Antimarino Stadium.

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HIGHLANDERS ADJUSTMENTS TOO MUCH FOR KNIGHTS

Norwin ended its two-game scoring drought early in the first quarter. Dylan Keffer recovered a fumble caused by a bad handoff on the Highlanders' first play from scrimmage. Four plays later, Norwin senior running back Tyson Blazer broke a 34-yard run off the right side for the Knights' first touchdown of the year and a 7-0 lead. The Knights fought hard and played tough the rest of the first half, but were not able to adust to the Highlanders wildcat offense in the 2nd half. The Knights will begin conference play this Friday night at the castle when they host the Spartans of Hempfield, kickoff is at 7:30.

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IMPORTANT PARENT/TEAM INFORMATION WEEK 3

9/15 Team Dinner will be Thursday in the cafeteria.

Norwin Knights Varsity home opener this Friday Night September 16th, 2011. Come out and support the Knights as they take on Baldwin. Kick-off set for 7:30pm

9/17, 10am Norwin Knight's JV will travel to Baldwin HS, 4653 Clairton Boulevard Pittsburgh PA 15236
9/23rd Norwin will Host Youth Knight (aka community night). The knights will welcome the youth programs of Norwin. Come out and show your support for the community!!! Varsity kicks off at 7:30pm.
10/29 save the date for Knight at the Races (KAR). Planning is underway for our annual event. Please see a Norwin Knight to buy a horse. Information will be coming home this week. If you would like to help with the planning, please see a member of the executive board.

Anyone wishing to purchase the season DVD should contact KVT Production at 724-787-4163. The season including the 2 scrimmages and the 9 regular season games are $55. Please contact KVT directly for any other information. There is a link on our website to get more information from KVT.

Anyone wishing to purchase the season DVD for JV football should send an email to Norwin Football at Norwinfootball@gmail.com to place the order. The cost is $90. Individual dvds will also be available for $10.00 for the previous weeks games, please lesson for announcements. Checks can be made to Tracy Painter.

Anyone wishing to purchase the season DVD for freshman football should contact Michelle Davis at mds.source@gmail.com. The cost is $90. Individual dvds will also be available for $10.00 for the previous weeks games, please lesson for announcements. Checks can be made to Tracy Painter.

KNIGHTS STRUGGLE AT UPPER ST. CLAIR

Norwin continues to struggle early this 2011 season. The young Knights showed no quit in their matchup with the Panthers of Upper St. Clair, but were just no match for the perenial WPIAL powerhouse. The Knights will host Baldwin at the Castle on Friday night.

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KNIGHTS FALL TO THE RAIDERS OF SENECA VALLEY!

The Knights fell to the Raiders of Seneca Valley, the Raiders were just too much for the young Knights of Norwin. Jordan Brown passed for two touchdowns and ran for two more, leading the Raiders to the victory. Forrest Barnes also scored twice as Seneca Valley gained 520 yards, 322 rushing. The Knights will look to rebound against the Panthers of Upper St. Clair next Friday night.

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IMPORTANT TEAM/PARENT INFORMATION

Tickets for the Seneca Valley game are available for purchase in the Athletic Office during school hours; and Thursday 6pm-6:30pm in the Athletic Office. Cost is $6 for Adults; $4 for students. The cost at the gate is $6 for everyone.
Thursday September 1st, practice will be from 6pm-8:30pm, the boosters will provide pizza after practice
Friday September 2nd, Players will remain at school and will be served dinner prior to departing for Seneca Valley.
Monday September 5th MANDATORY practice for the varisty/jv football team will be from 9am-11am.
Anyone wishing to purchase the season DVD should contact KVT Production at 724-787-4163. The season including the 2 scrimmages and the 9 regular season games are $55. Please contact KVT directly for any other information.
Anyone wishing to purchase the season DVD for JV football should send an email to Norwin Football at Norwinfootball@gmail.com to place the order. The cost is $90. Checks can be made to Tracy Painter.
Anyone wishing to purchase the season DVD for freshman football should contact Michelle Davis at mds.source@gmail.com. The cost is $90. Checks can be made to Tracy Painter.
Any parent wishing to organize having the Middle School Teams filmed may contact Brandon at KVT Productions or Tracy Painter at Entertainment Tonite, 412-672-4899. At this time, no one has made arrangements and video will not be available. A parent must make the arrangements.

Highlights of Shaler scrimmage

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Highlights now available for the Norwin vs. North Hills scrimmage

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Welcome to the 2011 Football Season!

Football on the Varsity/JV level is a little different. If you want to play in the 2011 season, all players MUST report to camp Monday August 15th, 7am. Lunch is provided by the boosters. All players must bring Navy Blue shorts and a Norwin T-shirt to wear to Lunch on Monday. Camp runs Monday-Friday 7am-5pm. Saturday boys report at 8:45am, and scrimmage begins at 10am.

Immediately following the scrimmage will be our annual Kick-off picnic. Each sophomore player is asked to make a donation of a cold salad, like Pasta salad, Macaroni salad etc. Please let your coordiantor know what you plan on bringing. The Kick-Off picnic is for players, trainers, managers and their families in 7th-12th grade. We also need some parents to help with setup, serving, and cleanup, if you can please volunteer. With YOU there would be no boosters to supply the team with so much!! Thanks to all who help with so much! You are appreciated!!

Good Luck in the 2011 Season!!

Go Knights