November 11, 2023

Big plays lead Tigers to win over Trinity

By Mon Valley Independent

By LIAM BELAN

lbelan@yourmvi.com

When it comes to playoff football in the WPIAL, it’s vital to limit mistakes and be opportunistic in making big plays. On Friday night, No. 2 McKeesport made a few more key plays than No. 10 Trinity in a 28-14 win to move on to the WPIAL Class 4A semifinals against No. 3 Montour next week.

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