After a successful weekend, Union City is going to be well represented at a few PIAA State Tournaments!
Van Ward will be competing for the gold in Hershey for the Wrestling team. Starting on Thursday at 9, Van will compete to bring a medal back to Union City for the first time since 2020.
Tickets for the wrestling tournament can be purchased here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQc_a2PvXoUN0n_EhBIPZEe48BDFbBMjQHMVEVXFB_dKmS_Q/viewform
The Girls Basketball team took down Mercer on Saturday to secure 3rd Place in District 10! Because of this, they will be traveling to Penns Manor High School in Clymer, PA for a game this Friday at 7. Tickets go on sale tonight at 6, a link to purchase tickets will be posted then!
Good Luck to all of our participants!
Today Union City was able to celebrate student-athletes who are representing Union City in post-season action this week!
Alena Urbanowicz will be swimming the 50 Free at the District 10 Championships at Spire Academy in Geneva, OH.
Rylen Sterling, Easton Betcher, Rian Moore, Wade Sterling, and Keegan Kucnik will be competing at Jr. High Wrestling States.
Van Ward, David Dominguez-Ashton, Kane Gregor, and Josh Mitcham will be wrestling at the Northwest Regional Tournament, looking to secure a place at states.
Our Girls Basketball team will be taking on Mercer on Saturday at Meadville (12:00 PM) looking to take 3rd place in District 10. This game will determine seeding for the PIAA State Playoffs.
GOOD LUCK TO ALL STUDENT-ATHLETES!
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Last night the Lady Bears battled hard in the District 10 Semi-Finals, but ultimately fell short against Wilmington. However, in that loss we had more history made for the program. Ava Greer now holds the Union City Lady Bear record for points in a season. Ava has scored 354 points so far this year, breaking the previous record of 342 set by Jamie Beeman back in 1998.
Ava will have a chance to extend the record this Saturday when Union City plays Mercer in the 3rd/4th place game to determine seeding for the PIAA Tournament. The game is at Meadville High School, starting at 12:00 PM.
Tonight the Union City Lady Bears will travel to Meadville to compete in the District 10 Semi-Finals! They will look to take down the Wilmington Greyhounds to secure a spot in the District 10 Finals. Game tips off at 7:30 PM. If you would like to support the Bears, tickets can be purchased at https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
This week, two Union City student-athletes are nominated for the Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week.
Van Ward was nominated as the top wrestler for winning the 107-pound title in Class 2A, logging a pin and a technical fall before a win by decision in the finals. With his win he moves onto the Northwest Regional as one of the top seed.
Vote for Van here:
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/wrestling/2026/02/23/vote-for-district-10-high-school-wrestler-of-the-week/88535999007/
The other Bear up for vote this week is Cooper Fox. Cooper had a game-high 27 points, highlighted by six 3-pointers. His efforts helped the Bears beat the Wilmington Greyhounds 88-65 in the first round of the district’s 2A tournament.
Vote for Cooper here:
https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/02/23/erie-times-news-athlete-of-the-week-feb-16-21/88807545007/
This past weekend, four members of our wrestling team competed at the District 10 Wrestling Championships at Sharon. Union City found a lot of success, both wrestlers and coaches. The highlight of the weekend was Van Ward placing first, becoming the best 107 pound wrestler in District 10! Our other wrestlers who competed, David Dominguez-Ashton, Josh Mitcham, and Kane Gregor all placed 6th. Because of their results, they will all move onto the Northwest Regional for a chance to go to States. Assistant Coach William Burgess was also awarded the District 10 Section 1 and the District 10 Assistant Coach of the Year!
Good job wrestling team and good luck this weekend!
The wrestlers will be in Sharon for the District 10 Championships.
Boys Basketball plays tonight at Mercyhurst University against Mercyhurst Prep at 6.
Girls Basketball plays Saturday at Grove City High School against Lakeview at noon.
If you would like to support the Bears at any of these events, you may purchase tickets at: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
Here is the ticketing information if you want to travel to support!
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The Boys Basketball team defeated Wilmington 88-65 last night at General McLane High School. With the win, the Bears advance to the District 10 Quarterfinals where they will take on Mercyhurst Prep this Friday at Mercyhurst University. The game will start at 6:00 PM.
Union City is represented well in the District 10 Playoffs this year. Here are the events happening this week that our Bears are participating in.
Boys Basketball- Tonight at General McLane High School against Wilmington- 7:00 PM
If they win tonight, they will play Friday against Mercyhurst Prep at a time and location TBA.
Girls Basketball- Saturday against Lakeview, time and location TBA.
Wrestling- District 10 Championships Friday and Saturday at Sharon High School. We have four wrestlers looking for the title- Van Ward, David Dominguez-Ashton, Josh Mitcham, and Kane Gregor.
Tickets can be purchased here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
If you are planning on going to any playoff event hosted by District 10, here are the new prices and options to purchase.
1. Presale and day-of-contest General Admission tickets will be a flat rate of $10.00 (no fees).
2. Presale Student tickets will be a flat rate of $7.00 (no fees). Student presale tickets will expire at midnight the day prior to each contest.
3. On the day of the contest, the only online ticket option available will be General Admission at $10.00 (no fees).
4. Cash sales at the gate will also be $10.00, and exact change will continue to be required.
Online tickets can be purchased here: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/piaadistrict10/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
It's time for PreK and Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year! Registration will take place by appointment only the week of March 23-27. Check out the flier below for details, including age requirements, and reach out to Ms. Reynolds at elementary school with any questions. Her contact information and all necessary documents needed for registration are listed below. #GoBears!
Cooper Fox, a sophomore on the boys basketball team, has been nominated for his performance against Erie Prep Academy. In the Union City 50-44 win, Cooper propelled the Bears with 21-points. Great job Cooper!
Please vote for Cooper here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/02/09/voting-encouraged-for-latest-district-10-athlete-of-the-week-ballots/88595097007/
Athletic Competitions for the Union City Bears this week:
Monday 2/9:
Swimming at home v. North East- 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball at Eisenhower- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Tuesday 2/10:
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball at Erie First- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Wednesday 2/11:
No Contest Scheduled
Thursday 2/12:
Swimming home v. Girard (SENIOR NIGHT!)- 6:00 PM
Girls JV/Varsity Basketball at Girard- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Friday 2/13:
Boys Wrestling Sectionals at Meadville- 4:30 PM
Girls Wrestling Districts at Sharon- 5:00 PM
Boys JV/Varsity Basketball home v. Mercyhurst Prep- JV Tip-Off at 6:00 PM
Saturday 2/14:
Boys Wrestling Sectionals at Meadville- 9:00 AM
Girls Wrestling Districts at Sharon- 9:00 AM
Attention UCASD Community: We have TWO digital literacy opportunities for community members this month through our ConnectUC program:
Tonight, February 5, 2026: Open Computer Lab Time - Community members can enter the MS/HS main entrance between 4:00-7:00 p.m. to come utilize some of our state-of-the-art laptops as part of our PBDA Digital Connectivity grant. Come on in and follow the signs to Lab #219.
Next Thursday, February 12, 2026: Digital Literacy Event #3 - We're hosting an open session on "Getting Started with Online Learning: Community College and Beyond," where community members can come explore learning opportunities, community college programs, and vocational training that fits around your schedule. We'll also showcase free learning modules through Metrix Learning and SkillUp PA that are great ways to amp up your resume and personal learning. The free event is from 5:00-6:00 and open to all community members.
Check out the details on the fliers below and visit https://www.ucasd.org/page/connectuc for more information.
Reminder: We still have laptops available for our FREE community laptop borrowing program, so please reach out to our Director of Curriculum and Special Programs, Mrs. Dell, at sdell@ucasd.org if you'd like to borrow one!
We look forward to connecting with you!
Two athletes who swim for Union City have been nominated for Erie Times-News Athlete of the Week.
Brayden Kelly won three events for the Bears, who beat the Corry Beavers 113-36.
Madison Link won individually and her relay teams won crucial races to propel the Bears to a 90-74 victory over Corry.
Vote for Brayden and Madison here: https://www.goerie.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/02/02/erie-times-news-pa-high-school-athlete-of-the-week-fan-vote-for-jan-26-21/88467035007/