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Loyalhanna United Soccer

What's New?

  • May 18, 2008 - Our club families donated a variety of slightly used soccer gear which was sent to needy children in Ecuador.  Items included cleats, balls, short, socks, shirt, shin guards and goalkeeper gloves.  175 items were sent to Ecuador.  Thank you to everyone for your generosity.

  • May 10, 2008- The first phase of the electrical service project is complete.  We now have pavilion lighting, security lighting, and outlet power for other uses.  An additional small pavilion will be built near the electrical service building. Future plans under consideration include field lighting and irrigation.  Thanks to David Gebhart for managing this project.

  • May 9, 2008- Allegheny Power's Latrobe Service Center donated $300 to the club for general use purposes.  Thanks to Keith Kemerer for organizing this donation with Allegheny Power

  • May 8, 2008 - Scalise Construction donates four truck loads of high quality topsoil for overdressing the fields this spring and summer.

  • April 13, 2008- Sweatshirt sales raised $292 for the club operations.  Thank-you Jackie Pimpinella for your hard work.

  • March 10, 2008 - Three teams from Loyalhanna United competed in the Latrobe Ice Breaker Tournament. The U14 boys played in a very competitive bracket against two teams that ultimately met in the finals. The players were; Jake Reed, Dan Kubus, Brett Baughman, Luke Gaten, Nick Shannon, and David Halula.  The 6th grade Loyalhanna girls' team (Emma Kate Womack, Rae Reed, Allison LaDuke, Taley Dunaway, Sarah Kemerer, Nichole Sullivan, Alexa Venneri) played strong against older teams.  After getting rid of their nerves in a close game against Somerset, they easily beat the Latrobe Jr. High team.  In their final game the girls were down 1-6 against Hempfield and battled back with 3 more goals only to run out of time before they were able to equalize the game.   The 7th grade Loyalhanna girls' team (April Krivoniak, Mary Frances Fratto, Hanna Green, Gina Rock, Taylor Swezey, Marissa Duval) won their bracket with a win against Mt. Pleasant and McKeesport. In their 3rd game they tied the LUP&R team 1-1.  After beating Somerset in the semi-finals they fell in a close match versus Hempfield to exit the tournament as runner up. 

  • Feb 20, 2008 - Underground electricity service is being installed at the soccer park this winter.  We are planning on having electricity and lights at the pavilion by April 1, 2008.

  • Feb 20, 2008- The club applied for the US Soccer Foundation 24/7 all conditions grant in 2007.  Although our application received serious consideration, in the end we were not selected to receive the grant.  Click here for the official notice

  • Feb 17, 2008 - Our U11 girls attended the Shoot To Score 4 v 4 tournament at the University of Pittsburgh.  The tournament was very competitive. The players were; Courtney Clark, Ava Petrosky, Stephanie Kubus, Brooke Baughman and Claudia Torillo.  After getting used to the format, the team won their 1st game.  With only 5 minutes left in the last game, the team was tied 1-1 with a strong team from Erie, PA.  Exhaustion took over and the girls conceded the winning goal to their opponent. The tournament was a good experience for all players and supporters

  • Nov 26, 2007 - Three teams competed in the Penn Hills tournament this past weekend.  Two out of three teams earned a spot in the finals.  U12 Girls won their bracket with a 3-0 record. The girls ended up losing in sudden death overtime in the semifinals and took 3rd place in the tournament.  The U14 boys made it through their bracket, won the semifinal and took the 2nd place trophy after exhausting all their energy. Congratulations to all players and coaches.

  • Nov 21, 2007 - Interest in soccer continues to grow in our region and with the club.  113 players are registered for indoor soccer training for the first winter session.  The club rents space from the Greensburg Racquet Club and Bishop Connare Center for skills training.  The following age groups are playing, U6/U8 Coed, U10 Coed, U12 Coed, U13/U14 Girls, High School Girls, U14/U16 Boys.  Many teams will also be attending tournaments this winter in Western Pennsylvania.

  • Nov 11, 2007- The Club purchased an industrial aerator (48" wide) to further improve the fields for future seasons.  The fields have been treated and aerated for the winter. 

  • Nov 10, 2007-Thanks to Regina Shuhart from Timeless Expressions for providing team photographs.  Regina donated the $512 proceeds to the club.

  • Oct 17, 2007- Sweatshirt sales raised $535 for the club operations.  Thank-you Jackie Pimpinella for your hard work.

  • Sept 25, 2007 - Lauren Cassler has become the all time leading goal scorer at Laurel Valley High School.  She surpassed Kelly Morrisey who also played spring soccer with our club.  Congratulations to Lauren!

  • Aug 18, 2007 - Over 60 golfers attended our 2nd annual golf outing at Champion Lakes. The golf outing raised $3,331 for the club. A big thanks go out to all the golfers, sponsors and organizers for this event. Click here for photos from the event

  • Aug. 16, 2007 - 30 young players from Loyalhanna United participate in the PA West / US Soccer national coaching program at Pitt Greensburg.  The participants had an opportunity to play for many different coaches from around the country.

  • July 29, 2007 - Five teams competed in the Kick It 3v3 tournament this past weekend.  Four out of five teams earned a spot in the finals.  U10 Girls played a five game 1st round and exited on the short end of a three team tie breaker.  The U11 and U12 girls played each other in the final with the U12 girls taking the 1st place medal.  The U12 boys left everything they had on the field with three out of five players injured by the end of the final game. The U12 boys earned the 2nd place medal.  The U10 boys had a strong run through the tournament and took the 1st place medal.  Click here for photos from the medal presentation. 

  • July 28, 2007 - 101 players attended camp this past week.  An excellent time was had by all.  Camp photos added to "Camp" section of website.

  • June 29, 2007 - U17 girls attended the NOSO Cup in Cleveland, OH.  The team faced one team from Rochester, NY and two teams from Ohio.  Being a competitive tournament the girls left exhausted with a greater appreciation for the potential to improve as a player and teammate.

  • June 23, 2007- Summer Soccer Bash was a great success and raised over $1,000 for the American Liver Foundation.  Click here for photos

  • June 23, 2007- U19 Boys earn two wins and a tie in the PA West Open in Edinboro. The boys finished tied for 1st place in the preliminary round with a 0-0 score against a team from Hanover, PA. Our team did not move on to the semifinal because Hanover had a better goal differential.  Great job boys and better luck next time!

  • June 21, 2007- We are confirmed by the IRS as a public charity under IRS tax code 501 (c) 3.  Visit our public records sections to view this letter.

  • June 19, 2007-Thanks to Regina Shuhart from Timeless Expressions for providing team photographs.  Regina donated the $330 proceeds to the club.

  • May 31, 2007 - Senior Girls Party photos added to Teams page

  • May 29, 2007- Team photos added for the Spring 2007 season.

  • May 3, 2007- Lawn Rx completed the spring treatment of our soccer fields.  Look for thicker, greener, weed free playing surfaces soon.

  • April 23, 2007 - Club purchased a "DR Power Grader" to smooth out the access road to our fields.  This equipment helps minimize rain water damage to the roads and the field parking lot.

  • March 19, 2007- The "TANK" field mower has been paid off.  The club purchased this equipment using a 36 month no interest payment plan from Club Cadet.

  • March 6, 2007 - Ten travel teams are declared in the PA West East District for the spring season.  As soon as the weather permits, we will begin practices.  Our 1st game is April 1, 2007.  Schedules will be available after March 19, 2007

  • March 4, 2007 - U12 Girls (6th graders from Latrobe) played in the Latrobe Ice Breaker Tournament. This was a Jr. High event against 7th and 8th grade players from Southmoreland, Hempfield, Mt. Pleasant, and Latrobe.  The girls had a good experience, played against the eventually finalists and came in 5th place.  Keep up the good work.

  • March 3, 2007- U14 boys (7th and 8th graders from Latrobe) played in the Latrobe Ice Breaker Tournament.

  • Jan 7, 2007 - Two U12 Girls teams participated in the University of Pittsburgh Shoot to Score Tournament on 1/6/07. One of our teams made it through group play after winning their bracket. The team of Hanna Green, April Krivoniak, Mary Frances Fratto, Taylor Swezey and Kate Rellick took 2nd place out of 7 teams from the Pittsburgh area including the winning team from Erie, PA.  A well played afternoon of soccer!

  • Nov 30, 2006 - Team photos added for the Fall 2006 season.

  • Nov 26, 2006- The U14 boys played an excellent tournament this weekend.  The boys earned their way into the semi-finals of the Penn Hills Autumn Ambush tournament. In the last game, a strong team from Southmoreland beat the Loyalhanna United team by a score of 2-1.

  • Nov 16, 2006 - Congratulations Tierney Guarascio, Vincenza Pimpinella, Alyse Puskar and the GCC High School girls soccer team for being the state runner up in the PIAA tournament in Hershey this month.

  • Nov 5, 2006 - U12 Girls were defeated by Monroeville Mavericks in the 1st game of the Leggett Cup.  Better luck next year.

  • Nov 2, 2006- Ligonier High School girls team played an outstanding game against #1 ranked Bishop McCort on Monday October 30th.  Bishop McCort scored the lone goal with six minutes left to play in the game.  Congratulations to the Ligonier girls for a great season.  See you in the Spring 07. 

  • Oct 31, 2006- Sweatshirt/hat sales raised $500.50 for the club operations.  Thank-you Jackie Pimpinella for your hard work.

  • Oct 22, 2006- Good luck in the playoffs to Ligonier High School girls, Greensburg Central Catholic High School girls and Greensburg Central Catholic boys.  Loyalhanna United players play a role in each schools' goal to win a state championship. 

  • Aug 11, 2006- Our youth camp was a blast. The kids were spoiled with excellent weather, freeze pops and fun soccer games.  Click on the photo below for a photo from the camp

  • Aug 7, 2006 - Dick's Sporting Goods will donate equipment to our youth teams for practices and games.  We are very thankful for the support.

  • July 31, 2006 -Our first annual golf outing held at Champion Lakes Golf Club was and excellent event.  Everyone enjoyed themselves and the club raised $3,784 to support our youth program and improvements to the soccer park.  Click here for photos from the event.

  • July 21, 2006- The Westmoreland Camp was a great success.  Over 50 players participated in a week of fun soccer activities.  Click on the photo below for a photo from the camp

  • July 13, 2006- We endure additional vandalism at the soccer park.  Between 7/9/06 and 7/13/06, trespassers damaged 2 practice goals, turned over our portable toilet and destroyed field signs.  Incident Number A1-1488689 was filed with the state police on 7/13/06.  Anyone who has information on trespassers performing this criminal mischief are encouraged to contact Loyalhanna United Soccer Club at (724) 834-2795 or e-mail: info@loyalhanna.org.

  • June 15, 2006-Thanks to Regina Shuhart for providing team photographs.  Regina donated the $400 proceeds to the club.

  • May 17, 2006-Congratulations to Dominic Pimpinella and Tim Wood for being selected on the PA-West Olympic Development team.  Dominic will play for the '93 ODP team and Tim will play with the '92 ODP team.  Good luck at the ODP tournament at Rider University in June 2006!

  • May 14, 2006- Southern Living at Home fundraiser yielded $1,000 for the club.  Thanks to all members who participated and to Joy Klohonatz for organizing the event.

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  • May 12, 2006 - Thanks to Unity Township and Joe Mangini for fixing the main road into the soccer park.

  • Feb 17, 2006 - Youth Soccer Camp dates set for 5-9 year old players.  Click on camps for more information. June 14-16 and August 9-11 at Loyalhanna Soccer Park

  • Jan 30, 2006- LUSC Annual meeting was held.  We welcome Eric Vogelsang and Tom Kennedy as board members at large.  The Spring 06 season will be kicking off shortly.  Registrations are due by February 3, 2006.

  • Jan 17, 2006- Board nominations are closed.  Players, parents, and team managers are encouraged to attend our annual meeting January 30, 2006.  Meeting will be at Mt. View Inn, 7:00pm, Hunt Room.

  • Jan 17, 2006- Added In House registration forms added to "Forms" page

  • Jan 11, 2006- Spring registration forms added to "Forms" page

  • Jan 11, 2006- InHouse schedule set for the Spring 2006 season. Click "In-House" for more information.

  • Jan 1, 2006- Elections for the Loyalhanna United Soccer Club board will happen at the annual meeting on January 30, 2006.  Meeting will be at Mt. View Inn, 7:00pm, Hunt Room.

  • Jan 1, 2006- Nominations to the Loyalhanna United board are being accepted until January 15, 2006.  Please send your nominations to info@loyalhanna.org or contact Vincent Pimpinella at (724) 834-3345

  • Nov 27, 2005 - Congratulations to Ryan Edwards and the Messiah College soccer team.  The team repeated as NCAA Div III National Champions.  Messiah beat Plattsburg State 4-0 in the semi-finals and were crowned as champions in a 1-0 win over Gustavus Adolphus from St. Peter, Minnesota.  As well as scoring the 4th goal in the game against Plattsburg State, Ryan Edwards scored the game winning goal in the 69th minute of the finals in Greensboro, NC.  Messiah College wins it's 2nd straight national championship and 4th in six years.  For the full story visit the link below  http://www.ncaasports.com

  • Nov 20, 2005 - Congratulations Vincenza Pimpinella and the Greensburg Central Catholic girls soccer team.  The team finished the 2005 season as a finalist in the PIAA-AA tournament.  After being ahead 1-0 at halftime, GCC lost to Villa Joseph Marie 4-2 at Hershey Park Stadium on Saturday 11-19-05.

  • Nov 14, 2005 - Our Fall U10 team went 6-2 in their 1st season.  See the team picture below from the Latrobe Bulletin from Nov 8, 2005.

  • Nov 6, 2005-The PAWest East District Leggett Cup Tournament was hosted at the Loyalhanna Soccer Park.  The top four U14/U15 boys teams were chosen from the 13 teams who played in the Fall 2005 season.  In the first round Pittsburgh Dynamo Desperadoes defeated  Penn Trafford Rebels in penalty kicks after 2 overtime periods. Loyalhanna United defeated Tri-City Soccer Association by a score of 3-1.  Goal scorers for Loyalhanna United were Zachry Earhart, Dominic Pimpinella (assisted by Daniel Szekley) and Mike Harr.  The final game was played after a short rain delay between the Desperadoes and Loyalhanna United.  After the 1st half, Loyalhanna United was ahead 1-0 on a goal from Brian Gongaware.  Early in the 2nd half, Dynamo equalized the score.  1 minute before the final whistle, Loyalhanna United scored on a long shot by Rooney Columbus.  With 10 seconds left in the game, a Dynamo goal sent the game into overtime.  After 2 minutes in sudden death overtime, Anthony Tavella slotted a pass behind the Dynamo defense to Dominic Pimpinella who scored the winning goal.  Goalkeeper for Loyalhanna United was Andrew Barnhart.

  • Nov 5, 2005- Congratulations to Vincenza Pimpinella and her Greensburg Central Catholic teammates for winning the AA WPIAL tournament.  Good Luck in the PIAA Tournament!

  • Nov 1, 2005- Several U19 girls have been selected to play in the Tourney Sport USA Hawaii Girls Soccer Classic in July 2006.  Kassie Enos, Rachel Blistan, Laura Kennedy, Alex Grab, Rebecca Sharbaugh, and Lauren Cassler were selected from a national pool of soccer players.  Selections were based on soccer ability, academics, community service and coaches recommendations.  The tournament recognizes outstanding 10th and 11th grade girls from all over the USA.  The girls will have an opportunity to play soccer in Hawaii, learn about the culture and see the sights.  Good job ladies and enjoy your trip!

  • Oct 14, 2005 - A new field billboard welcomes players and spectators to our soccer park.  Our lawn treatment sponsor - Lawn Rx is acknowledged for their donations to our club.  If you know of a company who would like to be a field sponsor and have their company displayed for all to see, please contact Dave Gebhart at (724) 537-0534 or Vince Pimpinella at (724) 834-3345.

  • Oct 14, 2005 - Loyalhanna United sweatshirt sales contribute $319 to club operating expenses.  Thank you for all who purchased a sweatshirt and Jackie Pimpinella for organizing the sweatshirt program.

  • August 18, 2005 - US Youth Soccer held a national coaching program at the University of Pittsburgh -Greensburg campus.  Coaches from two countries and six states attended the program along with Vince Pimpinella from Loyalhanna United.  Many of these coaches presently serve on the  Olympic Development Program staff in the states of NY, PA, VA, TX,  NC and IN.  Loyalhanna United players had an opportunity to play for these talented coaches.  Our players enjoyed themselves and were able to impress the coaches with their soccer playing abilities.  Well done!  Click on the photo for a larger view of the players and coaches

  • August 12, 2005 - August soccer camp went very well.  The hot days of summer make for a hard working fun camp.Visit the following link for photos from the camp- Click Here

  • July 16, 2005 - Over 40 players participated in the Westmoreland Soccer Camp in July.  It was an enjoyable time for all those who participated. Everyone played hard and improved their technical and tactical understanding of the game. New friends shared time together including two campers from Charlotte, NC. Click on photo for a larger view.

  • June 28, 2005 - Added team photos to "Teams" page and In-House page.

  • June 17, 2005 - Twenty-three young soccer players attended soccer camp at the Loyalhanna Soccer Park this week.  It was a blast! Visit the following link for photos from the camp- Click Here

  • June 7, 2005 - Congratulations to all Loyalhanna United players who participated in the PA West State Cup.  The State Cup is the highest level of soccer competition in Western  Pennsylvania.  Bree Piper, Maura Bainbridge, Carly Klasnic, and Elizabeth Harkins played with the Foothills U14 Girls Classic team in the final four weekend.  Hilary Bastin played for Penns Forest U13 Girls team that lost a tough match during the finals against Beadling.  Vincenza Pimpinella and Penns Forest's U15 Girls team earned their 2nd State Championship.  Dominic Pimpinella and Daniel Szekely played for the U12 Penns Forest Boys team that beat a Beadling team that entered the State Cup with a record of 16-0-0.  Vincenza, Dominic, and Daniel will represent their age group for our state association at the USYS Region 1 tournament in Virginia Beach, VA on June 31-July 5.  Well done!

  • May 19, 2005- The main pavilion is now complete- enjoy

  • May 9, 2005- The Greensburg Tribune Review writes article about the Soccer Park. Click on article to read.

  • May 2, 2005-Team and individual photos are being taken by Regina Shuhart. Parents and team managers help coordinate our players and schedules.  We hope everyone enjoys the photos and we thank everyone who participates in this fundraising activity.  Regina Shuhart donates the profit. her time and expertise to Loyalhanna United Soccer Club.

  • May 2, 2005 - Southern Living At Home fundraiser was a great success.  Thanks to all who participated.  $2,000 was raised for club investment at the Soccer Park.  A special thanks goes out to Joy Klohonatz who organized the fundraiser!

  • May 1, 2005 - Picnic benches are finished and are staged near the soon to be completed pavilion.  Thanks to the following people who helped on this eagle scout project; Brett Tryon, Zac Matthews, Dave Matthews,  Mark Tryon, Ron Mascolo, Dave Hawkins, Kelly Tryon, Danny Toohey, Zach Daigle, Josh Dorfman, Mark Dediana, Vince Kaminski 

  • April 28, 2005 - Construction at the pavilion is underway.  We hope to be complete by the end of May 2005.  Follow this link for the 1st photos Click Here

  • April 19, 2005 - Follow this link for an interesting article on suggestions for parents from US Youth Soccer Click Here

  • April 16, 2005 - Brett Tryon begins Eagle Scout project to build 10 picnic benches for Loyalhanna United Soccer Park. 

  • April 8, 2005 - US Soccer adds E-License and D-License Curriculum to their web site.  Click Here for more information

  • March 18, 2005- Congratulations Greg Rennels for completing his E-License in March 2005 in Uniontown, PA.

  • March 15, 2005- Congratulations Ryland Smith and Claire Gongaware for being selected by Penns Forest new U12 teams.  Ryland and Claire tried out and were chosen from many players.

  • March 10, 2005- National Youth License is being offered by PA West- Click Here. for more information.  If you have an E-license and are interested in a nationally recognized license, you should enroll in this one.  Aug 13-Aug 18, 2005.

  • Jan 17, 2005- Club holds it annual club meeting at Dino's Sports lounge.  All attendees were updated on last year and this year's plans

  • Dec 23, 2004 - Loyalhanna Soccer Park article is in the PA Touchline.  Click Here to read the article.

  • Dec 23, 2004 - PA West approves Loyalhanna United's request for in-house development funds. The club received $750 to offset the cost of goals for our program

  • Dec 9, 2004 - Congratulations to Ryan Edwards and the Messiah College Men's Soccer team.  The team won the NCAA Div III national championship.

  • Nov 23, 2004 - Mellon Foundation decides not to give favorable consideration  of a grant request for our program and Loyalhanna Soccer Park. Click here for letter from the Mellon Foundation

  • Nov 10, 2004 - U12 Boys Div 2 team win division with a record of 7-0-1 and will be promoted to Division 1 in the Spring 05.  Click here for a team photo.

  • Oct 27, 2004- Returning Fall 2004 registration form is now on the website - click on "Forms".  Send in your registration form by the deadline to reserve your roster position on your team.

  • Oct 13, 2004 - Loyalhanna Soccer Park article in October's PA-West Touchline.  Click here to read the article

  • Aug 22, 2004 - Opening day was a blast.  Over 130 players and 200 fans attended our soccer festival and had the opportunity to enjoy a great day at the Loyalhanna Soccer Park.  With our ribbon cutting ceremony, the Park is officially a part of Pennsylvania soccer history. 

 

  • Aug 14, 2004 - Thank You to all volunteers who participated in the work day at the soccer park on Aug. 14.  At one point we had 70 people at the fields removing rocks, weeding the parking lot, installing signs, assembling goals, and grading the access road banks.  Your time and effort is greatly appreciated. 

  • June 28, 2004 - U14 Girls made it to the quarter finals at the Chevy Open Division B tournament.  The girls finished with a record of 2-1-1.  Good job!

  • June 12, 2004- Loyalhanna United girls played in the warm up game for the Steel City Sparks at Plum Mustang Stadium before their WPSL game against Massachusetts. Photo

  • June 7, 2004 - Added Photo To U12 Boys Div 2 - Page - The team took 1st place in the East District Division 2 League.

  • June 6, 2004 - Congratulations to Hilary Bastin and her U12 Penns Forest team.  They were finalist in the state cup.

  • June 6, 2004 - Congratulations to Vincenza Pimpinella and her U14 Penns Forest Las Lobos team for winning the state cup. Photo

  • March 13, 2004 -Practice schedule updated

  • Feb 28, 2004 -Be a Part of Pennsylvania Soccer History!  Loyalhanna Soccer Park is scheduled to open in August 2004.  We are offering supporters a chance to be a part of the park by purchasing engraved stepping stones. Click on this link for more information.

  • Feb 25, 2004 - Unity Township Youth Mini Camp date set for June 9-11, 2004.

  • Feb 22, 2004 - U8 girls, U8 boys, and U12 girls participated in the University of Pittsburgh Shoot To Score 4 v 4 tournament.  Fun was had by all.

  • Feb 8, 2004- Tim Wood, Dominic Pimpinella, Vincenza Pimpinella, Hilary Bastin qualify for the US Futsal Region 1 Championship being held in Boston on February 14-16, 2004.  Great Job!

  • Jan 20, 2004 - Criminal activity continues at your new soccer park.  Vandals and robbers defaced the building, destroyed and stole soccer equipment.  Follow link for more information

  • Jan 13, 2004 - Congratulations to Dominic Pimpinella for being selected from over 50 players trying out for the Fall 2004 Penns Forest U12 cup team.  Good work! We look forward to watching you play this year on both Loyalhanna United and Penns Forest teams.

  • Jan 12, 2004- Congratulations to Brett Matson who was selected by the PG East as one of their Soccer All-Stars.  Brett was also named to the 2003 WPIAL A All-Stars.  This is the highest honor a soccer player can receive in the area.

  • Dec 7, 2003- Girls U12 team participated in the University of Pittsburgh Shoot to Score 4 vs. 4 tournament.  The team members included Hillary Bastin, Laura Shuhart, Hannah Meyer, Olivia Seecof, and Emma Straight.

  • Nov 30, 2003- Congratulations to members of the U12 Boys' team for winning the University of Pittsburgh Shoot To Score 4 vs. 4 tournament.  The team of Tim Wood, Rooney Columbus, Doug Johnson, Patrick Davoli, and Dominic Pimpinella took 1st place with a record of 5-0.

  • Nov 30, 2003- Congratulations to members of the Loyalhanna United U8 team.  The team of Emma Kate Womack, Anthony Guidera, Eddie Kilkeary, Nicky Halula, Coby Green, and Daniel Staffen competed in their 1st indoor tournament at the University of Pittsburgh. It was an enjoyable experience for all and the team finished with a 1-2-1 record.

  • Nov 27, 2003- Brett Matson is recognized for boys soccer WPIAL Section 2-A All-Star Team for the second year in a row.

  • Nov 27, 2003 - Congratulations to Coach Tom Kennedy and his Greensburg Central Catholic team for a terrific run at the PIAA Class A state championship.  The team was only one game away from a trip to Hershey but fell to the state runner up in a 1-0 overtime loss.

  • Nov 25, 2003- Ryan Edwards and CJ Rullo are recognized for boys soccer ALL-WPIAL Section 1-AAA

  • Nov 25, 2003- Zach Dixon and Jared Bundy are recognized on the WPIAL Section 1-AA All-Star Team

  • Nov 25, 2003- Drew Kittey and Zach Dixon were co-winners of the 2003 Paskovitch Award.

  • Nov 22, 2003 - U14/U15 Girls participate in Faith in Action program.  The team help out an elderly person in Unity Township who needed leaves raked before the winter and could not do it on her own.

  • Nov 1, 2003 - U10 Division 2 team goes undefeated.

  • September 13, 2003- Club honors volunteers at annual appreciation mixer.  We appreciate the continued support for our youth and adult club members

  • September 3, 2003 - Loyalhanna United now offers a fun developmental program for youth players ages 5, 6, 7, and 8.

  • July 19, 2003- We now offer small sided games for Under 9 and Under 7 players.  Practices and games will be held this fall at Baggaley Elementary soccer field.  For more information, download forms.

  • June 10, 2003 - Regular season is over.  Make up games planned for various June dates.  Please coordinate referees with Don Edwards

  • March 12, 2003 - Practices can begin during the week of March 17, 2003.  Contact your team manager or coach for more information.  See the updated contacts section of this website for more details.

  • March 12, 2003 - Loyalhanna teams now have two new sites for practices.  Younger teams can practice at the Unity Township Municipal site.   Several teams will practice at Derry High School.  See the updated practice section of this website for more details.

  • Feb 15, 2003- Summer soccer camp information added to this site.  Soccer Academy will again provide training with Don Edwards as the camp director.

  • Feb 8, 2003 - Congratulations to Hillary Bastin, Rooney Columbus, and Tim Wood who were selected for cup teams in the area.  Good work! We look forward to watching you play in the Fall 2003 season.

  • January 27, 2003 - Annual club meeting held at Dino's. Voted to keep existing officers and to amend the club articles of incorporation to extend the term for officers from 1 year to 3 years.

  • January 10, 2003- Backpacks, logo wear, and warm up suits are available for the spring 2003 season.

  • January 8, 2003 -Congratulations U12 Boys team on a successful 1st indoor season at Pittsburgh Indoor Sports Arena (Harmarville, PA).   You had a strong performance with a record of 8-3-1.  You looked great winning your last 4 games and we look forward to watching you play in the 2nd session beginning on 12 January 2002!

  • U10 and U14 Girls team will apply to play in Chevy Open in June 2003

  • U12 Boys team playing indoor at PISA on Sunday afternoons

  • Received PA Sales Tax Exemption effective 10/21/2002

  • Photo from Latrobe Bulletin (Nov 02) added to U12 Boys team page

  • Team photos added to U10 team page

  • Team photos added to U14 team page

  • Loyalhanna has been approved for charitable non-profit tax status 501 (c) (3)

  • Loyalhanna United is developing a soccer field complex

  • We have 5 teams participating in PA West travel leagues for fall 2002 season

  • Nutrition Information For Soccer Players