Jackowski family savors SA section title

By Mon Valley Independent

By LIAM BELAN

lbelan@yourmvi.com

When South Allegheny’s baseball team captured a section title for the first time since 1998 with a 9-2 victory over Keystone Oaks this past Tuesday, the feat was remarkable for everyone, but it was extra special for the Jackowski family.

Josh, Adam and Caleb Jackowski all contributed to the Section 2-3A title for the Gladiators (14-3, 9-1). Josh and Adam are crucial arms in the South Allegheny rotation, while Caleb is an important utility player. Adam went the ful...

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