The ex-Cougar field hockey star is training with Team USA in North Carolina and hoping to earn a spot on this year’s Olympic team.
Pat Huggins
Pat Huggins covered local sports for the Lebanon Daily News for almost 25 years, beginning in January of 1999. Pat was born and raised in Lebanon County and is a 1987 graduate of Lebanon High School and a 1991 alum of Elizabethtown College. A huge Phillies and 76ers fan, Pat spends his spare time on Twitter, griping about his favorite teams and interacting with friends and followers, hopefully in an entertaining and humorous manner.
Is N. Lebanon’s Aaron Seidel the greatest scholastic athlete in county history?
With three consecutive state wrestling titles, Aaron Seidel has an unmatched resume among Lebanon County athletes.
Passing of Bill Smeltzer leaves a huge void in the Lebanon community
Smeltzer, the owner of Woodland Contractors and a selfless family man who was also devoted to serving the community, passed away over the weekend at the age of 70, following a lengthy illness.
Cedar Crest grad Ileri Ayo-Faleye is making a name for himself at Vermont
Lightly recruited coming out of high school, the ex-Falcon hoops standout is now a key member of the Catamounts men’s basketball team that is eyeing another NCAA Tournament berth.
Cedar Crest grad gets kick out of NFL life while remaining true to himself, his roots
Chad Ryland struggled with accuracy at times during his rookie season as the New England Patriots place kicker, but he remains confident that a long NFL career is in his future.
Tony Sinico transitions from CLSD to Lebanon as new district athletic director
After a decade of teaching and coaching at Cedar Crest, Tony Sinico is transitioning to Lebanon School District as their new athletic director, aiming to revitalize high-profile programs and continue the success of thriving ones.
Triumph over trials: Gwyneth Young’s trek from injury and diagnosis to advocacy
After battling physical injuries, an autism diagnosis, and intense pressure as a top high school runner, Gwyneth Young is now an advocate for mental health awareness in sports while continuing her education at Elizabethtown College.
Legendary coach Patti Hower finds her new home at Our Lady of the Cross
Patti Hower, who achieved 756 victories and numerous titles during her 42-year tenure at Lebanon Catholic, has returned to coaching girls’ basketball at Our Lady of the Cross, following Lebanon Catholic’s unexpected closure in 2020.
ELCO basketball experiences ‘Court of Dreams’ with Sixers at Wells Fargo Center
ELCO boys and girls basketball teams played a memorable non-league doubleheader against Wyomissing at the Wells Fargo Center, home of the Philadelphia 76ers, on December 18, thanks to the “Court of Dreams” experience offered by the Sixers.
Kailah Correa guides Lebanon High to resurgence and championship contention
Kailah Correa steers Lebanon High towards a comeback and potential championship win.
Senior Jake Williams leads ELCO to victory, surpasses 2,000 yards for season
ELCO advances to the quarterfinal round against Twin Valley, following a dominant win over Big Spring, with Jake Williams surpassing 2,000 yards for the season.
Frank Isenberg’s coaching keeps the winless Lebanon Cedars looking up
Not everyone is cut out to do what Lebanon head football coach Frank Isenberg does.
Annville-Cleona clinches 3rd straight win in nail-biting 41-40 victory over Kutztown
Annville-Cleona narrowly defeated Kutztown 41-40 in a chaotic game, with Cael Harter’s fourth-down stop and Bryce Keller’s game-winning score proving pivotal in the Dutchmen’s victory.
Lancaster-Lebanon League football: Lebanon County’s mid-season outlook
At the halfway point of the high school football season, Annville-Cleona and Cedar Crest lead the pack in Lebanon County, ELCO boasts a record-breaking player, while Lebanon and Northern Lebanon grapple with difficulties.
Wildasin reaches milestone 50th win as Cedar Crest dominates Penn Manor
Rob Wildasin marked his 50th win as Cedar Crest’s head coach in a game that saw the Falcons overpower Penn Manor 42-13, led by senior Fernando Marquez’s three touchdowns.