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TIGERS REBOUND TO EDGE SHADY SIDE, 189-193

After two straight tough losses, the Tigers regrouped on Friday afternoon and defeated Shady Side Academy, 189-193, at the Fox Chapel Golf Club. Seniors P.J. Cassidy and Chris Garrett both shot an even par 35 to pace the Tigers to victory. Senior Jeff Hinds and sophomore Grant Martens recorded 39s. Randy Paris posted a 35 to lead the Indians.

The non-section win improved the overall NA record to 7-3. The Tigers will host both Franklin Regional and North Hills on Wednesday afternoon at Diamond Run. Match time is scheduled for 3:30 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 189 SHADY SIDE ACADEMY - 193

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	SHADY SIDE	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	39	Andrew Abramovic	38
Michael Turner	43	Ben Kander	4
P.J. Cassidy	35	Austin Warren	39
Chris Garrett	35	Dan Wolff	39
Grant Martens	39	Ben Cohen	42
J.P. McKim	41	Randy Paris	35
TEAM SCORE	189	TEAM SCORE	193
Alex Kocent	41	Norman Schartz	45
Andrew Horz	43	Bo Bergman	38

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TIGERS DROP TOUGH ONE-STROKE MATCH TO PINE-RICHLAND, 200-201

The Pine-Richland Rams edged the Tigers by the smallest of margins, 200-201, at the Lakes Course at Treesdale on Thursday afternoon. Junior Michael Turner claimed medalist honors as he led NA with a one-over 37. Senior Jeff Hinds followed with a 39. David Owen recorded an even-par 36 to pace the Rams.

The loss dropped the NA section record to 5-2, the overall mark to 6-3 on the season. The Tigers will be back in action again this afternoon when the travel to Shady Side Academy for a 3:15 pm non-section match.

MATCH SUMMARY
PINE-RICHLAND - 200 NORTH ALLEGHENY - 201

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	PINE-RICHLAND	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	39	John Larkin	47
P.J. Cassidy	42	Evan Affinito	44
Michael Turner	37	Ryan Bogosta	39
J.P. McKim	44	David Owen	36
Grant Martens	43	Mitch Mercer	43
Chris Garrett	40	Steve Blemker	38
TEAM SCORE	200	TEAM SCORE	201
Nick Hendrickson	43	Chris Cawley	46
Donny Lewis	38	Evan Goetz	50

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FOX CHAPEL DEFEATS TIGERS,
186-197

The Fox Chapel Foxes ended the Tigers' six-match winning streak with a 186-197 victory at the Pittsburgh Field Club on Wednesday afternoon. Senior Jeff Hinds and junior J.P. McKim posted one-over 37s to pace the Tigers. Justin Kreps shot a one-under 35 to lead Fox Chapel.

The loss dropped the NA overall record to 6-2 on the season. The Tigers will travel to Pine-Richland this afternoon to try to avenge their only section loss of the season. Tee off time is scheduled for 4:45 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
FOX CHAPEL - 186 NORTH ALLEGHENY - 197

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	FOX CHAPEL	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	37	Justin Kreps	35
P.J. Cassidy	40	Adam Hoffman	37
Michael Turner	41	Andrew Wallisch	37
J.P. McKim	37	Tom Welsh	40
Grant Martens	42	Denny Cestra	42
Chris Garrett	42	Steve Bartynski	37
TEAM SCORE	197	TEAM SCORE	186
Nick Hendrickson	38	Tom Foley	37
Donny Lewis	43	Jason Childress	45

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TIGERS EDGE SENECA VALLEY,
183-187

The Tigers hosted Seneca Valley at Diamond Run on Tuesday afternoon and were able to defeat the Raiders, 183-187. Leading the way for NA was sophomore Grant Martens with a two-under 33. Junior Michael Turner was second with a one-under 34. Brett Spagnola shot a 36 to pace the Raiders.

The win was the sixth straight for the Tigers and improved their section record to 5-1, the overall mark to 6-1. The Tigers will travel to Fox Chapel this afternoon for a 4:00 pm non-section match.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 183 SENECA VALLEY - 187

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	SENECA VALLEY	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	39	Kevin Day	37
P.J. Cassidy	37	Brett Spagnola	36
Michael Turner	34	Wes Roberts	39
J.P. McKim	42	Eric Hajduk	41
Grant Martens	33	Kirk Pappas	37
Chris Garrett	40	Jason Camp	38
TEAM SCORE	183	TEAM SCORE	187
Nick Hendrickson	40	Matt Kravec	43
Alex Kocent	45	Ben Skal	41
Donny Lewis	41
Andrew Horz	39

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HINDS ONE-UNDER 34 LEADS TIGERS OVER SHALER

Senior Co-Captain Jeff Hinds posted a one-under 34 at Diamond Run on Thursday afternoon to pace the Tigers to a 178-198 victory over section rival Shaler. The Tigers recorded a season low as four NA golfers recorded 36s. Senior P.J. Cassidy, juniors Michael Turner and J.P. McKim and sophomore Grant Martens were just one stroke over par for the winning Tigers. Mike Hartman and Michael Slliman recorded 38s to lead Shaler.

The victory was the fifth straight for NA and improved their section record to 4-1, their overall mark to 5-1 on the season. The Tigers will be in action again on Tuesday when they host Seneca Valley in a section match at Diamond Run. Tee off time is scheduled for 4:00 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 178 SHALER - 198

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	SHALER AREA	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	34	Mike Hartman	38
P.J. Cassidy	36	Dave Konop	40
Michael Turner	36	Teddy Cheefer	42
J.P. McKim	36	Ben Altmeyer	40
Grant Martens	36	Matt Christian	42
Chris Garrett	40	Michael Sliman	38
TEAM SCORE	178	TEAM SCORE	198
Alex Kocent	41
Nick Hendrickson	39
Andrew Horz	39
Donny Lewis	42

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MARTENS LEADS TIGERS TO FOURTH STRAIGHT WIN

Sophomore Grant Martens shot an even par 35 to pace the Tigers to their fourth consecutive victory in a 184-198 victory over Knoch at Diamond Run on Wednesday afternoon. Senior Jeff Hinds was one stroke behind at 36 while juniors Michael Turner and J.P. McKim both posted two over 37s. Tom and Rob Gillespie both shot 37s to lead the Knights.

With the non-section victory, the Tigers improved their overall record to 4-1 on the season. NA will host the Shaler Titans today at Diamond Run in a section contest. The starting time is scheduled for 3:30 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 184 KNOCH - 198

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	KNOCH	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	36	Tom Gillespie	37
P.J. Cassidy	39	John Hook	45
Michael Turner	37	Nate Rihn	38
J.P. McKim	37	Joe Sopsisak	45
Grant Martens	35	Cam Fosko	41
Chris Garrett	43	Rob Gillespie	37
TEAM SCORE	184	TEAM SCORE	198
Alex Kocent	39	Joff Arndt	50
Andrew Horz	43	Evan Shaffer	41
Donny Lewis	40
Nick Hendrickson	43

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TIGERS DOWN BUTLER, 196-214, FOR THIRD WIN

Led by junior Michael Turner who shot a two-over 37, the Tigers defeated Butler, 196-214, at Butler CC on Tuesday afternoon. Seniors P.J. Cassidy and Chris Garrett were two strokes behind at 39 as NA won their third consecutive section match.

The victory improved the NA section record to 3-1. The Tigers will be back in action this afternoon when they host the Knoch Knights in a non-section match at Diamond Run. Tee off time is scheduled for 3:30 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 196 BUTLER - 214

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	BUTLER	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	41	Aaron Ordy	42
P.J. Cassidy	39	Christian Mato	48
Michael Turner	37	Nick Blymiller	43
J.P. McKim	41	Collin Randall	47
Grant Martens	40	Andrew Shakely	39
Chris Garrett	39	Matt Maloy	43
TEAM SCORE	196	TEAM SCORE	214
Andrew Horz	45	Antonio Baroffio	43
Donny Lewis	43	Brandon Johnston	42

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TIGERS TROUNCE NEW CASTLE, 185-246, FOR SECOND STRAIGHT WIN

After three straight cancellations due to weather, Coach Dede Rittman's Tigers won their second straight section match with an easy 185-246 victory over New Castle at Diamond Run. Senior Jeff Hinds led the way with a two-under 33 while juniors Michael Turner and J.P. McKim followed with 37s. Senior P.J. Cassidy was one stroke behind with a 38 as the Tigers improved their section record to 2-1. Chris Nugent paced the 'Canes with a 42.

The Tigers will continue section play on Tuesday when they travel to Butler CC to meet rival Butler. Match time is scheduled for 3:30 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 185 NEW CASTLE - 246

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	NEW CASTLE	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	33	Chris Nugent	42
P.J. Cassidy	38	Devon Heasley	52
Michael Turner	37	Chris Dottle	51
Grant Martens	41	Ed Reitter	55
J.P. McKim	37	Frank Dodd	46
Chris Garrett	40	Michael Liverani	62
TEAM SCORE	185	TEAM SCORE	246

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TIGERS REBOUND TO DOWN NORTH HILLS, 181-201

After dropping their initial section match, the Tigers came back strong on Thursday afternoon to defeat archrival North Hills, 181-201, at Highland Country Club. Juniors Michael Turner and J.P. McKim posted even par 35s to pace the Tigers. Senior Chris Garrett shot a one-over 36 while sophomore Grant Martens added a 37 to help the Tigers to victory. John Powell recorded a 37 to lead the Indians.

The win evened the Tigers section record at 1-1 on the season. NA will be back in action again on Monday when they travel to Sewickley Academy for a 4:00 pm non-section match.

MATCH SUMMARY
NORTH ALLEGHENY - 181 NORTH HILLS - 201

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	NORTH HILLS	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	38	John Powell	37
P.J. Cassidy	39	Matt Bozik	39
Grant Martens	37	Ryan Fichter	44
Michael Turner	35	Bob Jamison	47
Chris Garrett	36	Marc Morris	38
J.P. McKim	35	Nino Vaccaro	43
TEAM SCORE	181	TEAM SCORE	201
Nick Hendrickson	40	Jordan Weichel	43
Donny Lewis	40

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PINE-RICHLAND DOWNS TIGERS IN SECTION OPENER

The Pine-Richland Rams defeated the Tigers, 187-196, in the section opener at Diamond Run on Tuesday afternoon. Sophomore Grant Martens shot a 38 to lead NA while seniors Chris Garrett and Jeff Hinds both posted 39s. Pine-Richland was led by a trio of golfers --- Evan Afffinito, David Owen, and Ryan Bogosta --- who recorded 37s.

The loss marked the first time that Pine-Richland had ever defeated NA at their home course. The Tigers will travel to North Hills tomorrow afternoon to meet the Indians in a section match. Tee off time at Highland Country Club is set for 3:00 pm.

MATCH SUMMARY
PINE-RICHLAND - 187 NORTH ALLEGHENY - 196

NORTH ALLEGHENY	SCORE	PINE-RICHLAND	SCORE
Jeff Hinds	39	John Larkin	39
Grant Martens	38	Steve Blemker	38
Michael Turner	40	Evan Affinito	37
P.J. Cassidy	40	David Owen	37
Chris Garrett	39	Mitch Mercer	38
J.P. McKim	46	Ryan Bogosta	37
TEAM SCORE	196	TEAM SCORE	187
Alex Kocent	42	Chris Cawley	42
Andrew Horz	41	Cono Passione	39
Nick Hendrickson	39	Evan Goetz	42
Donny Lewis	45

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TIGERS WIN PETERS TOWNSHIP INVITATIONAL

The Tigers started the new season successfully by edging Peters Township by one stroke to win the Peters Township Invitational at Rolling Hills on Monday morning. Senior Jeff Hinds led the way for NA with a 75 with senior P.J. Cassidy posting a 76. Junior Michael Turner chipped in with a 79 for the winning Tigers.

Eight teams participated in the tournament with NA scoring 391 to 392 for the host school. NA will host Pine-Richland this afternoon as the Tigers open section play. Match time is scheduled for 3:30 pm at Diamond Run.

PETERS TOWNSHIP INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT

PL	TEAM	SCORE
1.	NORTH ALLEGHENY	391
2.	Peters Township	392
3.	Hollidaysburg	405
4.	South Fayette	429
5.	Thomas Jefferson	430
6.	Elizabeth Forward	434
7.	Mount Pleasant	438
8.	Sewickley Academy	445

INDIVIDUAL SCORES BY TEAM

NORTH ALLEGHENY	OUT	IN	TOTAL	PETERS TOWNSHIP	OUT	IN	TOTAL
Jeff Hinds	39	36	75	Chad Warmbein	39	35	74
Grant Martens	43	40	83	Sam Felicetti	39	48	87
Michael Turner	41	36	79	Chuck Nettles	35	39	74
P.J. Cassidy	38	38	76	Chris Papciak	45	41	86
Chris Garrett	43	43	86	Matt DeFazio	42	36	78
J.P. McKim	42	38	80	David Snyder	38	42	80
Alex Kocent	42	41	81	Adam Stiffler	43	38	81
Andrew Horz	42	46	88	Zach Airhart	44	44	88
TEAM TOTAL			391	TEAM TOTAL			392
HOLLIDAYSBURG	OUT	IN	TOTAL	MOUNT PLEASANT	OUT	IN	TOTAL
Anthony Degol	37	39	76	Josh Coccagna	40	43	83
Jake Blitz	40	38	78	Anthony Prailey	41	40	80
Adam Huber	38	39	77	Scott Bando	46	39	85
Matt Wilk	47	40	87	Jordan Jones	45	49	94
Kevin Koronowski	45	42	87	Alex Urban	48	48	96
Jim Donovan	45	45	90	Jonathan Hostoffer	54	44	95
				Mike Bando	54	55	109
				Nick Hudzema	48	51	99
TEAM TOTAL			405	TEAM TOTAL			438
ELIZABETH FORWARD	OUT	IN	TOTAL	SEWICKLEY ACADEMY	OUT	IN	TOTAL
Justin Yasko	37	43	80		44	52	96
R.J. Danko	41	45	86		42	46	88
Grant Bleil	38	46	84		46	45	91
Justin Lizik	48	45	93		42	42	84
Tom Kudla	45	46	91		48	50	98
Mike Gibbons	46	52	96		45	41	86
Blaze Labrosse	46	45	91		46	45	91
William Meyers	55	44	99		45	43	88
TEAM TOTAL			434	TEAM TOTAL			445
SOUTH FAYETTE	OUT	IN	TOTAL	THOMAS JEFFERSON	OUT	IN	TOTAL
Jim Markovitz			DNS	Zach Kosslow	39	41	80
Ryan Castanet	38	40	78	Andrew Clark	38	44	82
Matt Sampson	46	44	90	Jeff Kocis	48	40	88
Brandon Uram	42	45	87	Corey Hayweiser	42	48	90
Kevin Hart	43	39	82	Jeff Peifer	47	43	90
Steve Markovitz	46	46	92	Chris Oczypok	45	47	92
Ben McKee	47	52	99	Brock Heinauer	47	46	93
Steve Rossero	51	63	114	Ben Cullotta	43	41	84
TEAM TOTAL			429	TEAM TOTAL			430