Bears celebrate 15th WPIAL championship
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November 24, 2025

Bears celebrate 15th WPIAL championship

The Clairton Bears celebrate their program’s 15th championship, second all-time in WPIAL history, after beating Laurel 8-6 Saturday in the Class 1A championship game at Acrisure Stadium. See our game coverage and more photos on B1. Jeff Helsel / Mon Valley Independent

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