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Sweet Redemption for Hahn, Smethport

Olean Times Herald — by Vinny Pezzimenti

It seemed only fitting that Hahn was smack dab in the middle of the Hubbers’ 2-1 victory over nemesis Curwensville in the District 9, Class A championship. Last year, after it all, it was Hahn’s dropped fly ball in leftfield that kept alive a 2-run inning for the Golden Tide in its 4-3 district semifinal win over Smethport. That was the only loss for the Hubbers in 2007 and kept them from a fifth straight trip to the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association state playoffs. Hahn effectively pitched in out and of trouble through the middle innings and landed a big blow with her bat, a double in the top of the seventh inning, that resulted in the winning run.   Read more

Smethport Brings Home D-9 Class A Softball Crown

The Braford Era

The punch probably tasted a little sweeter and the cookies were a little fresher at the Smethport High sports banquet Thursday evening after the Lady Hubbers brought home the District 9 Class A softball title following a 2-1 win over Curwensville earlier in the day. “I have a banquet tonight and I’m going to bawl through the whole speech,” said Christine Lightner, Smethport head coach. “I don’t know what I’m going to say. I’m so excited. We needed this District 9 championship and it’s been a long time (2004) since we had one.” The Lady Hubbers (20-1) disposed of their old nemesis as defending PIAA champion Curwensville (20-2) had knocked Smethport out of the D-9 semifinals the past two seasons.  Read more >>

Portrait of Memorial Day in Smethport

Memorial Day observance in Smethport, organized by the McKean County Post #2497 VFW, started with a gun salute and the playing of “Taps” over the graves of deceased veterans at Rosehill Cemetery. This was followed by a parade formed on Willow Street, which stopped at the bridge on Mechanic Street where wreaths were dropped and guns fired as part of salutations to heros.   Read more

Memorial Day Tribute Held in Smethport

The Bradford Era — by Fran De Lancey

Speaking Monday at the annual Memorial Day exercises in Smethport, retired Marine Gunnery Sgt. George Tufts, told the audience what the day is about. “Your presence here today — honoring American veterans who died in the wars and those who offered up their lives by serving to protect and defend our country, our Constitution, our way of life and the citizens of our great country — is what Memorial Day is all about,” he said.  Read more >>

Bronze Statue Unveiled at Smethport Elementary

Elementary student Emily Dibble’s (right) winning essay last year earned her the privilege of becoming the model for Jamestown, New York sculptor Dave Poulin. Emily’s essay was selected by the 5th grade teachers to become the concept for a statue of a student that will be placed in front of the school. The bronze sculpture was unveiled at the Smethport Elementary School on Thursday.

The unveiling was preceded by a talented chorus rendition of peppy show tunes — “That’s Entertainment” and “Doctor Jazz” — under the direction of Mrs. Aloi. Sixth grade student Bryce Henry played Beethoven’s “Fur Elise” on Spanish guitar. This was followed by the band’s performance of the rock classic, “Louie Louie,” which raised the decibel level of students and teachers. Read more

Smethport HS Softball Team Lone Survivor

Olean Times Herald

The Smethport High School softball team opened its bid for a District 9 Class A title the same way it opened the regular season … with a shutout victory.

Emma Hahn and Diana Phalon combined to strike out 17 batters and allow just two hits as the second-seeded Hubbers (18-1) blanked No. 10 Keystone, 8-0, on Wednesday.

“It was a tight game until the fifth inning,” said Smethport assistant coach Jim Kane. “Then we scored three runs and added four in the sixth. Emma and Diana pitched very well tonight.”   Read more >>

Tufts Will Speak at Memorial Day Services in Smethport

The Bradford Era

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. George Tufts will speak at the Memorial Day services in Smethport May 26 following the parade, which begins at 10 a.m. The parade forms on West Willow and Center streets, continues to Mechanic Street and north to the Veterans Memorial Bridge for a tribute to naval personnel. The route is then to Main Street and west to the courthouse.  Read more >>

Smethport Area High School Graduation Set for June 6

Bradford Era — by Fran De Lancy

Dr. Justin Puller, valedictorian of the Smethport Area Junior-Senior High School Class of 1996 and now an emergency room physician at Hamot Medical Center in Erie, will speak at his alma mater’s commencement exercises on June 6.

Meanwhile, Megan Woods has been named the valedictorian of the Class of 2008 and will graduate with a 4.0 grade point average at commencement. Also, Diana Phalon is the salutatorian.  Read more >>

Smethport Gets Second Seed for District 9 Playoffs

Olean Times Herald — May 16, 2008 — by Tom Roof

It’s been four years since Smethport High School last won a District 9 softball title, but if the Hubbers are going to do it again, they’re going to have to get past an old nemesis.

Smethport earned a second seed for next week’s District 9 Class A playoff tournament while defending champion Curwensville earned the No. 1 spot.  Read more >>

Vietnam Honor Ride of Pride on Saturday May 31

The Sons of the American Legion will sponsor the second annual Vietnam Honor Ride of Pride on Saturday May 31, 2008.

The event is open to all individuals wanting to ride their motorcycle in honor of our Vietnam Veterans. Read more

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