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The Advocate
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's student newspaper

The Advocate
The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown's student newspaper

The Advocate
Sarah Francowic

Sarah Francowic , Staff Writer

  • Graduated High School: 2014 Monessen High School (Monessen, Pa.)
  • Graduated: April 2018
  • Major(s)/Minor(s): Majors- Journalism and Multi Media and Digital Culture; Minors: Communications and Writing
  • Years with Advocate: Three years
  • Progression: Staff Writer, Copy Editor, Sports Editor, Managing Editor
All content by Sarah Francowic
The Pitt-Johnstown wrestling team was ranked No. 6th in the National Wrestling Coaches’ Association preseason poll.

Wrestling picked sixth in preseason rankings

Sarah Francowic, Managing Editor
November 8, 2017
The Pitt-Johnstown Sports Center received a $211,500 renovation that placed hardwood over the old composite floor. The renovation was completed by S&S Flooring in Ambridge, Beaver County. The Pitt-Johnstown men’s and women’s basketball team had their first practice on the new floor Sunday.

Men’s basketball looks to finishing out games

Sarah Francowic, Managing Editor
October 18, 2017
Pitt-Johnstown junior catcher, Scott Thompson swings at a pitch against California (Pa.) University last year at Point Stadium.

Baseball looking to build on fall success

Sarah Francowic, Managing Editor
October 4, 2017
The Pitt-Johnstown sports center renovation is planned to start on Sept. 25. The composite floor will be covered by a hardwood surface.

Donation helps get sports center floor

Sarah Francowic, Managing Editor
September 26, 2017
Senior center Matt Roland stiff arms his way through Washington and Jefferson players to make a run for the FarmApes.

FarmApes victorious over W&J 84-0

Sarah Francowic, Managing Editor
September 20, 2017
Members of the Lady Cats cheer team pose for a photo in Turner’s Gym on April 2 in Johnstown.

Lady Cats finish seventh in competition

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
April 12, 2017
Pitt-Johnstown junior softball pitcher Emily Moore throws a pitch against Edinboro University March 25 at V.E Erickson complex.

Pitchers face different challenges after pitching

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
April 12, 2017

Athletes’ concussions are prevailing injuries

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
March 29, 2017

Rugby Club connecting with Mountain Cat pride

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
March 22, 2017
Pitt-Johnstown sophomore outfielder Morgan Cannin throws a ball into the infield during a game last year at Richland’s high school softball field against Mansfield University.

Softball wraps up Florida trip with wins

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
March 22, 2017
Basketball players (left to right) Rasaun Mosley, Jake Laravie, A.J. Leahey, Jamie Tabon.

Basketball seniors honored for careers

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
March 1, 2017

Wrestlers’ sacrifice to make weight for matches

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
February 15, 2017
Mountain Cat A.J Leahey runs down the court after scoring during a Mountain Cat win.

Basketball player’s hot shooting leads conference

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
February 8, 2017
Pitt-Johnstown’s Sports center was the site of an indoor high school soccer tournamnet Jan. 28.

Center’s multipurpose surface needs replacing

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
February 1, 2017

Losing streak is over; Lady Cats winners

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017

Hot 3-point shooting result in key win

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
January 18, 2017

Poor shooting leads to Lady Cats’ loss

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
December 14, 2016

Rugby wins title match

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
December 7, 2016
Pitt-Johnstown’s No. 8 ranked heavy weight senior D.J. Sims defeated Ashland University’s sophomore Deaken McCoy by a 7-3 decision to secure the Mountain Cats 24-16 victory Friday in the Sports Center.

[Photo] Wrestlers continue hot winning streak

Cory Geer, Sports Editor
December 7, 2016
Junior outside center Jared Hoover fights his way through Thiel players to score in Saturday’s match.

FarmApes blow out Thiel College 107-0

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
November 16, 2016

Volleyball seeded No. 3

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
November 16, 2016

Lady Cats hit 14 3-pointers

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
November 16, 2016

Volleyball wins

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
November 9, 2016
The undefeated Pitt-Johnstown rugby team poses after their 27-10 victory against Saint Francis University Saturday, ending their regular season.

FarmApes finish No. 1

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
November 2, 2016

Baskteball preseason polls released

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
November 2, 2016

Ferocious FarmApes hope to take first

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
October 26, 2016

Men’s soccer team learns winning ways

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
October 12, 2016
Pitt-Johnstown’s red shirt junior outside-hitter Marissa Erminio in the air with a spike as teammates watch the play develop.

Lady Cats dominate in homecoming match-ups

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
October 5, 2016

Rugby tallies up another win

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
October 5, 2016
Head Coach Josh Horner runs through rugby drills with his team during practice Thursday, preparing them for their match against Saint Vincent College Sept. 23.

Rugby advances to 3-0

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
September 28, 2016
Sophomores Colin Michalski and Haven Mackie celebrate a game-winning goal with junior Colton Myers (16) and senior A.J. McNary against Shippensburg University the team went into double overtime for the victory.

Men’s soccer finally ends losing streak

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
September 21, 2016
Michael Dowling making a play against an Indiana University of Pennsylvania player.

Three-game weekend ends lacrosse season

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
April 20, 2016
Captain flyer Heather Rodver in the air during practice last week before leaving for Daytona to compete in nationals.

Cheerleaders compete for national prize

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
April 13, 2016
Surrounded by Point Park University rugby players are, Pitt-Johnstown’s outside center sophomore Jake Bowser runs with the ball while teammates scrum half sophomore Grady Zagorac #14 and hooker sophomore Kiel Rutters look to block for him.

Former rugby player named head coach

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
April 6, 2016

Both diamond programs strive for .500

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
March 23, 2016
University President Jem Spectar declared the week of March 14 Pitt-Johnstown wrestling week to head wrestling coach Pat Pecora and the team during the celebration March 14.

[Photo] Individual champions finish off season

Emily Moore, Staff Writer
March 23, 2016
Pitt-Johnstown Sophomore guard Dale Clancy on offense Saturday night in the Sports Center against a Seton Hill University defender during the first-round playoff game.

Team earns first playoff win since 2013

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
March 2, 2016

Baseball team improves

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
February 24, 2016
AT&T Employee Zack Smith (right) tells Sen. John Wozniak (left) how the texting and driving simulator works.

[Photo] Workshop held to stop distracted driving

Bobby Scott, Copy Editor
February 24, 2016
Nate Snodgrass

Senior Snodgrass stands out on court

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
February 17, 2016
Tyler Reinhart

Tyler Reinhart dominates on the mat

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
February 10, 2016

Track team sets records

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
February 3, 2016
Ana Hollen

Freshman’s career starts strong

Sarah Francowic, Sports Writer
February 3, 2016
Sophomore forward Levi Masua (right center) plays defense on freshman teammate Olando King Jr. (far right) last week at practice in the Sports Center.

Team’s point producers look to warm up

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
January 27, 2016

Former Pitt player now Lady Cat coach

Sarah Francowic, Sports Editor
December 16, 2015
Freshman outside hitter Maura Brehl sends the ball over the net as assistant coach Justin Haupt and sophomore middle hitter Gabriell Carney attempt to block the attack during practice last week.

Lady Cats finish strong before hosting playoffs

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
December 4, 2015
The Icecats have scored at least five goals in their last five games as of Nov. 6.

These Cats find home on the ice

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015

New faces on the team bring new potential

Sarah Francowic, Staff Writer
November 11, 2015
Sophomore Kyle Zenchak leads the men’s cross-country team during practice last Tuesday.

Goals stay unfulfilled in championships

Sarah Francowic, Contributing Writer
October 28, 2015
Pitt-Johnstown’s Katie Bucchin passes the ball to Emily Pennell in last Tuesday’s game against Davis & Elkins (W.Va) College.

Freshmen soccer tandem is providing more offense

Sarah Francowic, Contributing Writer
October 22, 2015

Without coaches, players become leaders

Sarah Francowic, Contributing Writer
October 22, 2015
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