Bears Named in Erie County Top 25!
The Erie Times-News ran some articles naming the Top 25 people in specific areas of athletics around the county since 2000. Union City was represented on multiple lists, please take a moment to read the write-ups and congratulate the winners for representing Union City in such a positive way!
Top 25 Female Coach:
Our very own Cross Country Coach, Jeannette Boyd, was recognized as one of the Top 25 Female Coaches in Erie County since 2000. Coach Boyd received this honor because of her amazing work with the boys and girls cross country teams since 2009 when she took over the program. Since then, her girls teams have been PIAA Runners up twice (2009 and 2018), District 10 champions once (2018) and Section Champions three times (2009, 2017, and 2018). https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/local/2025/12/22/25-for-25-series-honors-erie-countys-top-female-coaches-since-2000/87636421007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z117124p119950c119950d00----v117124d--43--b--43--&gca-ft=228&gca-ds=sophi&gnt-djm=1
Top 25 Female Athletes:
Natalie Clickett, a 2006 graduate, was named a Top 25 Female athlete for her incredible feats in the discuss event. Clickett won numerous District 10 medals during her career, and more impressively three PIAA State Titles! She continued her academic and athletic career at Rutgers and was added to the Union City Wall of Achievement in 2017.
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/local/2025/12/17/erie-times-news-recognizes-countys-top-25-female-athletes-since-2000/87596134007/
The Erie Times-News ran some articles naming the Top 25 people in specific areas of athletics around the county since 2000. Union City was represented on multiple lists, please take a moment to read the write-ups and congratulate the winners for representing Union City in such a positive way!
Top 25 Female Coach:
Our very own Cross Country Coach, Jeannette Boyd, was recognized as one of the Top 25 Female Coaches in Erie County since 2000. Coach Boyd received this honor because of her amazing work with the boys and girls cross country teams since 2009 when she took over the program. Since then, her girls teams have been PIAA Runners up twice (2009 and 2018), District 10 champions once (2018) and Section Champions three times (2009, 2017, and 2018). https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/local/2025/12/22/25-for-25-series-honors-erie-countys-top-female-coaches-since-2000/87636421007/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z117124p119950c119950d00----v117124d--43--b--43--&gca-ft=228&gca-ds=sophi&gnt-djm=1
Top 25 Female Athletes:
Natalie Clickett, a 2006 graduate, was named a Top 25 Female athlete for her incredible feats in the discuss event. Clickett won numerous District 10 medals during her career, and more impressively three PIAA State Titles! She continued her academic and athletic career at Rutgers and was added to the Union City Wall of Achievement in 2017.
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/local/2025/12/17/erie-times-news-recognizes-countys-top-25-female-athletes-since-2000/87596134007/
Bears in the News!
This week we have two representatives up for the Erie Times-News Athlete of the week. Ian Kinney of the boys basketball team has been nominated for his 14-point performance against Maplewood in an overtime victory. Along with Ian, Alena Urbanowicz (Ft. LeBoeuf) was nominated for the swim team. Alena won three races against North East to help the Bears secure a 98-59 win.
Vote for Ian and Alena here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/19/votes-in-the-latest-erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88112734007/
Greer Wins Athlete of the Week!
Last week Ava Greer was nominated based on her 19-point performance during the Bears' 56-34 win against Meadville. Ava had 3,222 votes to win by a "mammoth" count according to the article. Great job Ava! View the article here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/12/vote-in-the-latest-erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88145821007/
This week we have two representatives up for the Erie Times-News Athlete of the week. Ian Kinney of the boys basketball team has been nominated for his 14-point performance against Maplewood in an overtime victory. Along with Ian, Alena Urbanowicz (Ft. LeBoeuf) was nominated for the swim team. Alena won three races against North East to help the Bears secure a 98-59 win.
Vote for Ian and Alena here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/19/votes-in-the-latest-erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88112734007/
Greer Wins Athlete of the Week!
Last week Ava Greer was nominated based on her 19-point performance during the Bears' 56-34 win against Meadville. Ava had 3,222 votes to win by a "mammoth" count according to the article. Great job Ava! View the article here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/12/vote-in-the-latest-erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88145821007/
It's time for our Annual Title I Math Carnival for Grades K-2! This is a wonderful night of fun, games, math facts, prizes, popcorn, and more! Check out the flier below, and join us on Thursday, January 22 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Elementary School!
Busy week for Union City Athletics this week. Here are the events you can attend to show support!
Monday 1/19:
Swimming at Erie High v. Girard- 6:30 PM (Make-up from 1/15)
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Eisenhower- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Tuesday 1/20:
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Eisenhower- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
*Winter Sports Queen Crowned at halftime of the Varsity game
Wednesday 1/21:
Wrestling at Conneaut- Junior High starts at 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Girard- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off (Make-up from 1/15)
Thursday 1/22:
Junior High Boys Basketball at Jamestown- 4:00 PM
Girls Varsity Only Basketball home v. Iroquois- 6:00 PM Tip-Off
*Winter Sports King Crowned before the game at 5:30 PM
Swimming home v. Iroquois- 6:15 PM
Friday 1/23:
Varsity Wrestling at Fred Bell Tournament (Grove City)- 11:00 AM
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Erie First Christian Academy- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Saturday 1/24:
Varsity Wrestling at Fred Bell Tournament (Grove City)- 9:00 AM
Monday 1/19:
Swimming at Erie High v. Girard- 6:30 PM (Make-up from 1/15)
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Eisenhower- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Tuesday 1/20:
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Eisenhower- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
*Winter Sports Queen Crowned at halftime of the Varsity game
Wednesday 1/21:
Wrestling at Conneaut- Junior High starts at 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Girard- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off (Make-up from 1/15)
Thursday 1/22:
Junior High Boys Basketball at Jamestown- 4:00 PM
Girls Varsity Only Basketball home v. Iroquois- 6:00 PM Tip-Off
*Winter Sports King Crowned before the game at 5:30 PM
Swimming home v. Iroquois- 6:15 PM
Friday 1/23:
Varsity Wrestling at Fred Bell Tournament (Grove City)- 11:00 AM
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Erie First Christian Academy- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Saturday 1/24:
Varsity Wrestling at Fred Bell Tournament (Grove City)- 9:00 AM
UCASD congratulates the following students on earning their Keystone Degrees: Ava Greer, Brooke Vantassel, Hunter Noel, Makayla Hedderick, Kennady Breener, and Zach Chaffin!
All after school events have been canceled tonight. Make-up dates for the scheduled athletic contests will be posted when they are official.
We have some exciting updates on our Union City Robotics team from their advisor, Mr. Joshua Mumau! Check it out!
Our Union City Robotics teams have reached significant new milestones this year. None of these achievements would have been possible without the continued support of the school board, administration, our community, and—most importantly—the many students who have participated in the robotics program over the years. Their dedication helped build this program from the ground up into what it is today.
This season has been an especially active and successful one for Union City Robotics. On Saturday, January 10, teams PLUH, Craig, and Dinosaurs & Tacos competed at Fairview High School. All three teams advanced to the playoff rounds. Team PLUH advanced to the championship match with their alliance and competed against two Fairview High School teams. For the first time in Union City history, Team PLUH captured the championship title and brought home the tournament trophy. In the Robot Skills Challenge, Team Craig placed second, Team PLUH placed third, and Team Dinosaurs & Tacos placed twelfth.
On Monday, January 12, Union City Robotics traveled to the North Clarion Qualifier Event. Twenty-five teams competed, with only sixteen advancing to the playoffs. Three of the four Union City teams—PLUH, Dinosaurs & Tacos, and Craig—advanced to the playoff rounds. In the first round, Team PLUH and Dinosaurs & Tacos formed an alliance and competed against Team Craig and a North Clarion alliance. Both alliances performed exceptionally well, with Teams PLUH and Dinosaurs & Tacos advancing to the quarterfinals.
Earlier in the season, on November 24, Union City Robotics competed in the “Clash at the Castle” Tournament in Franklin. Twenty-three teams participated in the event, with only sixteen advancing to playoffs. All six Union City teams qualified for the playoff rounds—an outstanding accomplishment. Team Craig, consisting of Lucas Myer, Jonathan Radomski, Lucas Silka, and Zachary Mayer, advanced to the championship match. For the first time in Union City Robotics history, a team competed in the tournament championship at this event.
The program has one more Qualifying Tournament event at Fort LeBoeuf on Friday Feb 13th and then the States Competition at Clarion University on March 9th. Two of our teams earned spots for the States competition and a couple more hoping to earn a spot at the Fort LeBoeuf Tournament.
These accomplishments reflect the hard work, perseverance, and teamwork of our students, as well as the strong support of our district and community. We are incredibly proud of our Union City Robotics program and look forward to building on this success in the years ahead.
Team Rosters:
High School
Team PLUH consists of Kyleigh McGuire, Camden Tomaso, Adam Burkholder, Zachary Taylor, and Sofia Russell
Team Craig consists of Lucas Myer, Jonathan Radomski, Lucas Silka, and Zachary Mayer.
Team Ratthew Mussell consists of Matthew Russell, Brooks Mitcham, Logan Ahl, Gavin Ahl, and Christopher Vandervort
Middle School
Team Dinosaurs & Tacos consists of Alexander Reynolds and Camren Greer.
Team VEXBox consists of Liam Silka, Zachary Arce, and Hunter Beatty.
Team No, not them again! consists of Bennett Zacherl, Connor Thompson, Evelyn-Rose Jackson, Kenlee Keefer, Lilli Chiasson, and Tyler Kun
Written by Mr. Joshua Mumau, UC Robotics Advisor
Our Union City Robotics teams have reached significant new milestones this year. None of these achievements would have been possible without the continued support of the school board, administration, our community, and—most importantly—the many students who have participated in the robotics program over the years. Their dedication helped build this program from the ground up into what it is today.
This season has been an especially active and successful one for Union City Robotics. On Saturday, January 10, teams PLUH, Craig, and Dinosaurs & Tacos competed at Fairview High School. All three teams advanced to the playoff rounds. Team PLUH advanced to the championship match with their alliance and competed against two Fairview High School teams. For the first time in Union City history, Team PLUH captured the championship title and brought home the tournament trophy. In the Robot Skills Challenge, Team Craig placed second, Team PLUH placed third, and Team Dinosaurs & Tacos placed twelfth.
On Monday, January 12, Union City Robotics traveled to the North Clarion Qualifier Event. Twenty-five teams competed, with only sixteen advancing to the playoffs. Three of the four Union City teams—PLUH, Dinosaurs & Tacos, and Craig—advanced to the playoff rounds. In the first round, Team PLUH and Dinosaurs & Tacos formed an alliance and competed against Team Craig and a North Clarion alliance. Both alliances performed exceptionally well, with Teams PLUH and Dinosaurs & Tacos advancing to the quarterfinals.
Earlier in the season, on November 24, Union City Robotics competed in the “Clash at the Castle” Tournament in Franklin. Twenty-three teams participated in the event, with only sixteen advancing to playoffs. All six Union City teams qualified for the playoff rounds—an outstanding accomplishment. Team Craig, consisting of Lucas Myer, Jonathan Radomski, Lucas Silka, and Zachary Mayer, advanced to the championship match. For the first time in Union City Robotics history, a team competed in the tournament championship at this event.
The program has one more Qualifying Tournament event at Fort LeBoeuf on Friday Feb 13th and then the States Competition at Clarion University on March 9th. Two of our teams earned spots for the States competition and a couple more hoping to earn a spot at the Fort LeBoeuf Tournament.
These accomplishments reflect the hard work, perseverance, and teamwork of our students, as well as the strong support of our district and community. We are incredibly proud of our Union City Robotics program and look forward to building on this success in the years ahead.
Team Rosters:
High School
Team PLUH consists of Kyleigh McGuire, Camden Tomaso, Adam Burkholder, Zachary Taylor, and Sofia Russell
Team Craig consists of Lucas Myer, Jonathan Radomski, Lucas Silka, and Zachary Mayer.
Team Ratthew Mussell consists of Matthew Russell, Brooks Mitcham, Logan Ahl, Gavin Ahl, and Christopher Vandervort
Middle School
Team Dinosaurs & Tacos consists of Alexander Reynolds and Camren Greer.
Team VEXBox consists of Liam Silka, Zachary Arce, and Hunter Beatty.
Team No, not them again! consists of Bennett Zacherl, Connor Thompson, Evelyn-Rose Jackson, Kenlee Keefer, Lilli Chiasson, and Tyler Kun
Written by Mr. Joshua Mumau, UC Robotics Advisor
Help support the American Cancer Society and show a teacher your appreciation for their dedication to our students!
Athlete of the Week Vote!
Ava Greer has been nominated for the Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week for he performance last week. Against Meadville on Saturday, Ava had 19 points to carry the Lady Bears to a big 56-34 win over the Bulldogs.
Please vote for Ava at here, great job!!
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/12/vote-in-the-latest-erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88145821007/
Ava Greer has been nominated for the Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week for he performance last week. Against Meadville on Saturday, Ava had 19 points to carry the Lady Bears to a big 56-34 win over the Bulldogs.
Please vote for Ava at here, great job!!
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/12/vote-in-the-latest-erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88145821007/
Union City Athletic contests on tap this week:
Monday 1/12:
JH Boys Basketball home v. Tidioute Charter- 4:00 PM
Swimming at North East- 6:00 PM
Wrestling at Girard- 6:00 PM
Boys Basketball home v. North Clarion- 6:00 JV Tip-Off
Tuesday 1/13:
No Contests Scheduled
Wednesday 1/14:
JH Boys Basketball home v. Commodore Perry- 4:00 PM
Boys Basketball home v. Maplewood (Senior Night!)- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Thursday 1/15:
JH Boys Basketball at Youngsville- 4:00 PM
Swimming v. Girard at Erie High School- 6:00 PM
Girls Basketball home v. Girard- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Friday 1/16:
Boys Basketball home v. Erie Prep Academy (Varsity Only!)- 6:00 PM Tip-Off
Saturday 1/17:
JH Wrestling- Ed Margie Memorial Tournament at Union City
Boys Swimming at Iroquois Invitational
Monday 1/12:
JH Boys Basketball home v. Tidioute Charter- 4:00 PM
Swimming at North East- 6:00 PM
Wrestling at Girard- 6:00 PM
Boys Basketball home v. North Clarion- 6:00 JV Tip-Off
Tuesday 1/13:
No Contests Scheduled
Wednesday 1/14:
JH Boys Basketball home v. Commodore Perry- 4:00 PM
Boys Basketball home v. Maplewood (Senior Night!)- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Thursday 1/15:
JH Boys Basketball at Youngsville- 4:00 PM
Swimming v. Girard at Erie High School- 6:00 PM
Girls Basketball home v. Girard- 6:00 PM JV Tip-Off
Friday 1/16:
Boys Basketball home v. Erie Prep Academy (Varsity Only!)- 6:00 PM Tip-Off
Saturday 1/17:
JH Wrestling- Ed Margie Memorial Tournament at Union City
Boys Swimming at Iroquois Invitational
Just a reminder that we have our next digital literacy event for the community coming up on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 from 6:00-7:00 in the Union City Area Middle/High School Auditorium. This free event centers on "Raising Digital Natives: A Parent's Guide to Healthy Tech Use." Check out the flier for details about this event and others taking place this semester, and visit our program website at https://www.ucasd.org/page/connectuc to learn more about our FREE community laptop borrowing program, our open lab hours, and more.
Join the Bear Family! UCASD is now hiring an Elementary School Principal for the 2026-2027 school year. Please see the posting below for details and submit requested application materials by 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026. #GoBears!
Last month we had a Signing Day for two student-athletes who are continuing their athletic careers into the college level.
Reiley Lineman signed her letter of intent to continue her golf career at Bloomsburg University. While Morgan Grieco will also continue his golfing career, he pledged to play at Baldwin-Wallace .
Congratulations to both of you, we know you'll do great at the next level!
Reiley Lineman signed her letter of intent to continue her golf career at Bloomsburg University. While Morgan Grieco will also continue his golfing career, he pledged to play at Baldwin-Wallace .
Congratulations to both of you, we know you'll do great at the next level!
The ConnectUC PBDA grant program is excited to announce our next community-wide digital literacy event coming up on Thursday, January 14, 2026 from 6:00-7:00 in the Union City Area Middle/High School Auditorium. This free event centers on "Raising Digital Natives: A Parent's Guide to Healthy Tech Use." Check out the flier for details about this event and others taking place this semester, and visit our program website at https://www.ucasd.org/page/connectuc to learn more about our FREE community laptop borrowing program, our open lab hours, and more.
It's time for our Annual Title I Math Carnival for Grades K-2! This is a wonderful night of fun, games, math facts, prizes, popcorn, and more! Check out the flier below, and join us on Thursday, January 22 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Elementary School!
Union City's own Elijah Troyer has won the Erie Times-News Athlete of the week for the weeks spanning the winter break. Troyer had a team high 17 points in a big 60-22 win over Reynolds on the 22nd. Eli received 131 votes of the 700 that were cast to win the award.
Good Job Eli!!
Good Job Eli!!
Union City Athletics on tap this week:
Monday 1/5:
JH Boys Basketball at home v. Montessori Charter School- 4:00 PM
Girls Basketball at home v. Mercyhurst Prep- JV 6:00 PM Varsity to follow
Swimming at Fairview- 6:00 PM
Tuesday 1/6:
Wrestling at High School Gym v. Cranberry - 6:00 PM (Senior Night!!)
Wednesday 1/7:
JH Boys Basketball at Oil City- 4:00 PM
Thursday 1/8:
Girls Basketball at North East- 6:00 PM Varsity Only
Swimming at home v. General McLane- 6:00 PM
Friday 1/9:
No Contests Scheduled
Saturday 1/10:
Boys Basketball home v. Mercer- 11:00 JV start , Varsity to follow
Girls Basketball home v. Meadville- 2:30 JV start, Varsity to follow
JH Wrestling at Port Allegheny Tournament- 9:00 AM
Girls Swimming at North East Invitational- 12:30 PM
Monday 1/5:
JH Boys Basketball at home v. Montessori Charter School- 4:00 PM
Girls Basketball at home v. Mercyhurst Prep- JV 6:00 PM Varsity to follow
Swimming at Fairview- 6:00 PM
Tuesday 1/6:
Wrestling at High School Gym v. Cranberry - 6:00 PM (Senior Night!!)
Wednesday 1/7:
JH Boys Basketball at Oil City- 4:00 PM
Thursday 1/8:
Girls Basketball at North East- 6:00 PM Varsity Only
Swimming at home v. General McLane- 6:00 PM
Friday 1/9:
No Contests Scheduled
Saturday 1/10:
Boys Basketball home v. Mercer- 11:00 JV start , Varsity to follow
Girls Basketball home v. Meadville- 2:30 JV start, Varsity to follow
JH Wrestling at Port Allegheny Tournament- 9:00 AM
Girls Swimming at North East Invitational- 12:30 PM
2025 Dodgeball Tournament Highlights
The 4th Annual Dodgeball Tournament was a tremendous success this year. With 14 teams, each consisting of five players, the competition was fierce as they battled for the 2025 Championship title. Ultimately, the team "Banana Split" (Sterling, Triscuit, Moore, Winkler, and Winkler) emerged victorious. All teams demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, making Union City proud. A special thanks to Mr. Anthony and the 8th-grade Peer Helpers for organizing another fantastic event!
The 4th Annual Dodgeball Tournament was a tremendous success this year. With 14 teams, each consisting of five players, the competition was fierce as they battled for the 2025 Championship title. Ultimately, the team "Banana Split" (Sterling, Triscuit, Moore, Winkler, and Winkler) emerged victorious. All teams demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship, making Union City proud. A special thanks to Mr. Anthony and the 8th-grade Peer Helpers for organizing another fantastic event!
Athletic Awards!
For the week of 12/15, Union City had another winner of the Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week. Brooke VanTassel won for her performance against Saegertown, which Union City won 53-43 thanks to the help of Brooke's 11 points. Brooke dominated the fan voting, she received 6,554 total votes, so thank you for voting and leading Brooke to the win!
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/12/22/athlete-of-the-week-polls-will-run-throughout-holiday-week/87858591007/
From the time period of Dec. 26th to January 3rd, Union City had two athletes nominated for Erie Times-News Athlete of the week. Elijah Troyer is nominated for his performance against Reynolds where Eli scored a team high 17-points in the Bears big win 60-22.
Out other nominee is Ava Greer for the girls basketball team. In a 53-30 win over Titusville, Ava scored 14 points to lead the Bears.
Please take a moment to vote for Eli and Ava here!
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/12/29/erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots-to-run-through-jan-3/87939718007/
For the week of 12/15, Union City had another winner of the Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week. Brooke VanTassel won for her performance against Saegertown, which Union City won 53-43 thanks to the help of Brooke's 11 points. Brooke dominated the fan voting, she received 6,554 total votes, so thank you for voting and leading Brooke to the win!
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/12/22/athlete-of-the-week-polls-will-run-throughout-holiday-week/87858591007/
From the time period of Dec. 26th to January 3rd, Union City had two athletes nominated for Erie Times-News Athlete of the week. Elijah Troyer is nominated for his performance against Reynolds where Eli scored a team high 17-points in the Bears big win 60-22.
Out other nominee is Ava Greer for the girls basketball team. In a 53-30 win over Titusville, Ava scored 14 points to lead the Bears.
Please take a moment to vote for Eli and Ava here!
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/12/29/erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-ballots-to-run-through-jan-3/87939718007/
Scheduling Update:
Today's Girls basketball game at Fairview Middle School against General McLane has been moved to a 2:45 start. This will be varsity only.
The Boys basketball game at Ft. LeBoeuf will also be varsity only at 6:00 PM.