Leps set to start 3A conference play

Steve Macheska (right) celebrates with Braden Laux after his fumble recovery in Belle Vernon Area’s non-conference victory over Thomas Jefferson last week.

By JEREMY SELLEW

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After running the gauntlet of four top opponents in non-conference play, Belle Vernon Area is set to get into Class 3A Interstate Conference play. When South Allegheny comes calling on “The Beach” Friday, it will be the Leopards’ first game in the 3A ranks since 2015.

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