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Pascarella secures ‘dream job’ at Struthers

High School Sports

For nearly two decades, John Pascarella was more than content with his role as an assistant coach on the Struthers High varsity football staff. In fact, he enjoyed the role so much that he never even remotely considered seeking out a head coaching position, either at Struthers or elsewhere. ...

Boardman suffers first loss of season at hands of Warren JFK

High School Sports

WARREN — A 34-point night for Warren JFK senior Nick Ryan helped push his team past Boardman, taking down the Spartans 78-73, in an early-season battle. “Nick's special,” Eagles coach Mark Komlanc said. “Again, we don't run anything for him. We run absolutely nothing for him. Teams ...

Cavs coach Atkinson speaks on Brooklyn return

Local Sports

NEW YORK — Kenny Atkinson does not get on an exercise bike to watch losses at 4:30 a.m. like he did early in his time as coach of the Brooklyn Nets. He has found that transition beneficial for his health and his win-loss record. Atkinson returned as a head coach to Brooklyn with his new ...

Rickard Rakell’s OT goal pushes Penguins past Kings 3-2

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PITTSBURGH — Rickard Rakell scored at 1:44 of overtime and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied to beat the Los Angeles Kings 3-2 on Tuesday night. Rakell deflected Erik Karlsson's point shot behind Darcy Kuemper for the game-winner. Evgeni Malkin scored, while Matt Grzelcyk forced overtime ...