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Austin Bechtold

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer

Austin Bechtold is a senior and this is his second year on the Purbalite. He can be found on the boys volleyball team, at major sporting events, and always proclaiming how the Pirates will recapture their old 2013-15 form very soon… no really it’s going to happen.

She enjoys spending so much time on the court and appreciates the grind to success.

Female Athlete of the Year: Yauch serves up one win after another

Austin Bechtold and Tyler Zeman
May 28, 2019
The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.

Seniors from Purb Take podcast discuss big sports moments from the school year

Jaiman White, Austin Bechtold, Mitch Davis, Nathan Breisinger, Nick Pouch, Tyler Zeman, and Adam Goldsboro
May 22, 2019
Baldwin sports mean the world to me, and the joy they have brought me these last four years will continue into the years to come. I will support my school, my team, my Fighting Highlanders forever.

Senior Farewell: Baldwin sports has seen it all over the past four years

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
May 22, 2019
Seniors Austin Bechtold and Nick Pouch reflect on their time playing for Baldwin volleyball.

Senior Farewell: Baldwin volleyball helped define our high school life

Nick Pouch and Austin Bechtold
May 13, 2019
Senior Addie Tagg has won a section title all four years at Baldwin.

Girls softball wins share of section for fifth straight season

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
May 9, 2019
Girls softball defeated Steel Valley 6-5.

Softball moves into tie for section lead with critical win at Bethel

Austin Bechtold and Adam Goldsboro
May 6, 2019
Girls softball defeated Steel Valley 6-5.

Softball looks to bounce back after tough loss

Austin Bechtold and Adam Goldsboro
May 2, 2019
This is a podcast produced by the staff of The Purbalite at Baldwin High School.

Podcast: Purbalite writers run a mock NFL draft

Austin Bechtold and Joey Shields
April 24, 2019
Sophomore Dorien Ford has already began to receive college offers.

Ford gets offers from Nebraska, Syracuse, Pitt

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
April 24, 2019
The Pittsburgh Penguins have won a total of five Stanley Cup championships. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Column: After playoff flop, change will come to Pens

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
April 17, 2019
Dwyane Wade had an illustrious career with the Miami Heat

Wade leaves lasting impact on NBA

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
April 17, 2019
The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.

The Purb Take podcast covers Tiger Woods, NBA playoffs, UFC

Jaiman White, Nathan Breisinger, Tyler Zeman, and Austin Bechtold
April 17, 2019
Pirates look to propel to playoffs with pitching staff

Pirates look to propel to playoffs with pitching staff

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
April 12, 2019
Ziegler was able to compete in the winter indoor track season, even though he was still battling through concussion-like symptoms. He still qualified for WPIALs in the 800 meter event.

Ziegler running as track leader

Austin Bechtold and Mitch Davis
April 11, 2019
Junior Zach Crawley and his Pens Elite U16 hockey team took home the national championship trophy in Grand Rapids, Mich., over the weekend.

Crawley part of hockey national champs

Eli Achtzehn and Austin Bechtold
April 9, 2019
NFL atmosphere becoming too similar to NBA

NFL atmosphere becoming too similar to NBA

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
March 18, 2019
WPIAL basketball championships held at the Petersen Events Center over the weekend brought lots of controversy.

WPIAL 6A basketball championship proves need for shot clock

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
March 4, 2019
The St. Gabe’s CYO basketball team claimed the CYO diocesan championship Sunday night, improving the Gators’ record to 19-0 on the season.

St. Gabe’s CYO wins diocesan championship, moves on to states

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 27, 2019
The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.

Purb Take podcast discusses Antonio Brown, Colin Kaepernick

Jaiman White, Austin Bechtold, and Tyler Zeman
February 19, 2019
Photo via Vulture.com

Tamar Braxton wins Celebrity Big Brother in clean sweep

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 14, 2019

CYO takes hoops back in time

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 13, 2019
Senior Andrew Golvash honored at Senior Recognition. Golvash had a hat trick Monday night.

Golvash hat trick hero in Baldwin hockey win

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 12, 2019
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers are heading to the World Series after thrilling Game 7s.

MLB proposed rule changes throw potential curveball

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 11, 2019
Photo via Wikipedia

New football league makes strong debut

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 11, 2019

St. Gabe’s dominates in rematch with St. E’s

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
February 8, 2019
Jaiman White and Austin Bechtold of the Purbalite are joined by Chris Mack of 93.7 The Fan, Kevin Gorman of Trib Sports, Baldwin Superintendent Dr. Randy Lutz, and Athletic Coordinator John Saras for a Purbalite podcast on sports news and memories.

PODCAST: Chris Mack of 93.7 The Fan, Kevin Gorman from the Trib talk Baldwin sports

Austin Bechtold and Jaiman White
February 7, 2019
Defenseman Trevor Belak waits for a faceoff

Ice hockey falls to Hempfield

Austin Bechtold and Jaiman White
February 5, 2019
Steelers’ star running back LeVeon Bell and wide receiver Antonio Brown have, over the course of the past year, separated themselves from the team and are showing their true intentions.

Brown and Bell hurting their careers with actions

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
January 29, 2019
Last year many debated what was defined as a catch or no catch, the biggest example being the controversial Jesse James non-catch in the late-season game between the New England Patriots and Pittsburgh Steelers.

NFL referees miss the mark in tough Championship weekend

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
January 22, 2019
After debuting as competition to the Olympics and as a spinoff to summer’s popular reality show Big Brother, Celebrity Big Brother returns for a second starting on Monday.

Celebrity Big Brother Returns with Brighter Stars

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
January 18, 2019
The team hopes to improve on defense for the next game, as they play Bethel Park on Tuesday night at home.

Boys basketball defeats Bethel for first section win

Austin Bechtold and Jaiman White
January 16, 2019
The Purb Take sports podcast debates all issues in the world of sports.

PODCAST: Purb Take considers the big sports events of the past week

Austin Bechtold and Tyler Zeman
January 15, 2019
After two seasons of painful losses, embarrassing performances, and an empty Petersen Event Center under Head Coach Kevin Stallings, Pitt basketball is back on track.

The future is now for Pitt basketball

Austin Bechtold, Podcast Editor
January 15, 2019
Although the Penguins have won Stanley Cups and the Steelers have failed recently to win playoff games, the Steelers are in a league of their own in the city of Pittsburgh.

Column: Despite Pens’ success, this remains a Steelers town

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
January 10, 2019
Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence proved to the world that he is college football’s next star quarterback, leading the Tigers to a baffling 44-16 win over No. 1 Alabama in the College Football National Championship game Monday night.

Lawrence shows unlimited potential in championship game

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
January 8, 2019
The St. Gabe’s CYO basketball team claimed the CYO diocesan championship Sunday night, improving the Gators’ record to 19-0 on the season.

St. Gabe’s defeats St. E’s in season’s first meeting

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
January 7, 2019
Brown motions to fans after a game. Brown is now signed to the Raiders for the 2019 season.

Column: Brown needs punishment, not a trade

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
January 2, 2019
As a favor to everyone, remakes of Christmas classics should be scrapped before Hollywood executives even consider putting them on film. Christmas is wonderful, and Christmas flops should not ruin it.

15 School Days of Christmas: Remakes, sequels of Christmas specials like getting a lump of coal

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
December 19, 2018
The team hopes to improve on defense for the next game, as they play Bethel Park on Tuesday night at home.

Barr beats buzzer for first boys basketball win

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
December 12, 2018
The security booth between the band and student parking lots has been demolished.

Parking lot security booth removed

Austin Bechtold and Gaige Grzelka
November 28, 2018
This season completely differs from last in terms of what Durant could do in the offseason.

This season is the beginning of the end for the Warriors

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
November 21, 2018
T-shirt designed in support of mass shooting at the Squirrel Hill synagogue.

Fundraisers show support in wake of Squirrel Hill synagogue shooting

Prudence Nowicki, Austin Bechtold, and Anamarie Martinez
November 12, 2018
The Baldwin Bean, the schools new coffee shop, had its grand opening today.

Video: Scenes from the grand opening of the Baldwin Bean

Gaige Grzelka, Elizabeth Solenday, and Austin Bechtold
November 2, 2018
One of the speakers at the vigil for violence victims will be Baldwin grad TIm Hindes, designer of the Stronger Than Hate logo.

“Stronger than Hate” logo created by a Baldwin grad

Austin Bechtold, Devon Schroeder, and Liam Belan
October 31, 2018
Leader of the rink: Senior Nathan Hobson skates for a puck in practice. Hobson plays for both the inline and ice hockey teams and is the captain for both.

Hockey loses to Armstrong

Flynn Travers and Austin Bechtold
October 23, 2018
I am looking forward to what comes next and am grateful for all the people who have helped me so far along the way. Sports broadcasting is work, but it is some of the most fun you can have to make money and live a happy life.

First person: WPXI coverage provides great experience

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
October 16, 2018
Steelers fan favorite JuJu Smith-Schuster surprised everyone and hung out with fans, cheerleaders, and the players before the game and during halftime.

Smith-Schuster provides memories for Baldwin athletes

Natalie Zgurich and Austin Bechtold
October 15, 2018
Purbalite Pick Em: Who will win the World Series?, Johnny Staley and Austin Bechtold debate

Purbalite Pick ‘Em: Who will win the World Series?

Johnny Staley, Austin Bechtold, and Matt Storms
October 12, 2018
Varsity football players stand by, ready for action on the sidelines.

Football suffers tough loss against West Allegheny

Nathan Breisinger and Austin Bechtold
October 9, 2018
The Bucs’ minor leagues are not as deep with prospects as in years past, but the system is top heavy.

2019 Pirates have potential with talent on board and on the way

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
October 4, 2018
For the third year in a row, the player most viewers expected to win came up short.

Big Brother Finale brings back old demons and memories

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
September 27, 2018
Football players face off at Baldwin High School football game.

Football team looks to bounce back against Moon

Nick Pouch and Austin Bechtold
September 14, 2018
The Steelers need to pick up their play if this season is going to be salvaged. Photo via steelers.com

Column: Steelers fans should take a deep breath and relax

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
September 10, 2018
Bell’s goal all along was both to earn what he feels is the appropriate dollar amount for his dual threat services and to set the market for backs, which Gurley accomplished not too long after.

Le’Veon Bell needs Steelers more than he thinks

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
September 6, 2018

Softball wins, gears up for state quarterfinals

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
June 5, 2018
THE BLACKLIST -- Requiem Episode 417 -- Pictured: James Spader as Raymond Red Reddington -- (Virginia Sherwood/NBC)

What to Watch: The Black-List

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
June 1, 2018
Pirates season preview.

Pirates starting to strike out this season

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
May 30, 2018
Bristow and OMalleys finish top 10 in states in track and field

Bristow and O’Malley’s finish top 10 in states in track and field

Austin Bechtold and Jaiman White
May 29, 2018
Photo via Wikimedia Commons

Three Baldwin track and field athletes finish in top 10

Jaiman White and Austin Bechtold
May 29, 2018

Podcast: Who will move on in the NBA?

Tyler Zeman, Austin Bechtold, and Justin Pollard
May 25, 2018
The manager: Junior Dom Giorgianni stands by the batting cage before a softball game. Giorgianni manages three sports teams for Baldwin.

Student manager key for 3 teams

Johnny Staley and Austin Bechtold
May 24, 2018
First person: Coach Falcione leaves a legacy

First person: Coach Falcione leaves a legacy

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
May 23, 2018

McCutchen to return to face resurgent Pirates

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
May 10, 2018
There is something good in every day is one of the many quotes painted throughout the school. Art teachers Cheryl Foote and Tina Walsh came up with the idea to spread positivity throughout the school.

Quotes look to spread positivity around school

Austin Bechtold, Jessica Abt, and Cassandra Snyder
May 7, 2018
After 15 seasons, Abby Sciuto says goodbye to NCIS

After 15 seasons, Abby Sciuto says goodbye to NCIS

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
May 2, 2018
Phiris music makes a debut at junior prom

Phiri’s music makes a debut at junior prom

Austin Bechtold and Jaiman White
May 2, 2018
Steelers solid, Browns confusing at NFL draft

Steelers solid, Browns confusing at NFL draft

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
April 30, 2018
Welcome back to the Kang Show

Welcome back to the Kang Show

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
April 27, 2018
The boys hockey team defeated Greater Latrobe 6-2 on Thursday.

Pens, Capitals set to square off in second round for third straight year

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
April 26, 2018
The Steelers need to pick up their play if this season is going to be salvaged. Photo via steelers.com

Opinion: With no real glaring need, Steelers have options in draft

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
April 24, 2018
Photo via Flickr under Creative Common License.

Opinion: Kaepernick not worth media attention

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
April 20, 2018
4.12 degregorio

DeGregorio, Westinghouse coach taking over hoops programs

Eli Achtzehn, Austin Bechtold, Mitch Davis, Jack O'Brien, and Nathan Breisinger
April 12, 2018
With expectations low, Bucs could surprise in 2018

With expectations low, Bucs could surprise in 2018

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
March 29, 2018
Pirates should give Cutch the Dwyane Wade treatment, eventually

Pirates should give Cutch the Dwyane Wade treatment, eventually

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
March 28, 2018
2018 March Madness may be the best yet

2018 March Madness may be the best yet

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018

Day 1 of tourney brought its share of Madness

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
March 16, 2018
Fochtman tells her story in Central Blood Bank commercial, YouTube video

Fochtman tells her story in Central Blood Bank commercial, YouTube video

Austin Bechtold and Tyler Zeman
March 16, 2018
The ice hockey team continues its successful season with their most recent win.

Inline hockey takes championship over Bethel Park

Austin Bechtold, Justin Pollard, and Adam Goldsboro
March 12, 2018
CYO team holding state championship trophy.

Baldwin students rise up to capture CYO state title

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
March 5, 2018
The ice hockey team continues its successful season with their most recent win.

Inline rolls its way into the championship game

Austin Bechtold and Timmy Stinelli
February 26, 2018
Why Ross Mathews will win Celebrity Big Brother

Why Ross Mathews will win Celebrity Big Brother

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
February 21, 2018
Could Freeses rant be the jolt the Pirates need?

Could Freese’s rant be the jolt the Pirates need?

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
Baldwins inline hockey team remains undefeated as they won their last game.

Baldwin inline hockey wins big

Austin Bechtold and Timmy Stinelli
February 12, 2018
Opinion: NBA trade deadline shows LeBron gets his way

Opinion: NBA trade deadline shows LeBron gets his way

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
Celebrities, Expect the Unexpected

Celebrities, Expect the Unexpected

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018
Foles leads underdog Eagles to top of sports world

Foles leads underdog Eagles to top of sports world

Austin Bechtold, Staff Writer
February 5, 2018

Wrestlers find success in KO match

Austin Bechtold and Adam Goldsboro
January 30, 2018
Baldwins inline hockey team remains undefeated as they won their last game.

Inline hockey wins against Upper Saint Clair

Austin Bechtold and Adam Goldsboro
December 18, 2017
Family battles fatal disease

Family battles fatal disease

Austin Bechtold, Purbalite Club Member
December 8, 2017
The Pittsburgh Penguins have won a total of five Stanley Cup championships. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Young forwards key to success for Pens

Austin Bechtold, Club Member
October 31, 2017
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