Gateway Class of 2010 As the youngest of five in a sport loving family, Rob grew up cheering on his siblings from the sidelines at their many practices and games. As a young kid, he dreamed one day of playing football for Gateway on Friday nights – a long-standing family tradition. His grandfather played on[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 2008 Cameron Saddler had a career to remember at Gateway High School. It wasn’t just on the field that Cameron excelled, but also as an active member of his community. Cameron moved to Monroeville in the 5th grade, and for him, it was a major adjustment. New friends, new school, new teachers;[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 1986 Dan Schmitt, a name that resonates through the storied halls of Gateway High School, has imprinted an indelible legacy deeply rooted in his extraordinary achievements across the triumvirate of football, track, and wrestling. His journey, from a young athlete in the vibrant colors of Gateway to the ivory towers of Yale[…] [more…]
GATEWAY CLASS OF 1982 Harvey Smith is currently the offensive coordinator for the Gateway Gator Varsity Football Team. As of October 26, 2004, the Gators had won three consecutive conference titles and amassed an overall record of 26-6 including 20-0 in conference play. The Gators are seeded number two entering the 2004 WPIAL AAAA playoffs. […] [more…]
Gateway Class of 2005 Matt’s athletic journey started in youth sports in Monroeville, most prominently as a member of the North American Martyrs Wildcats basketball team. These competitive grade school team experiences under the direction of coach Tim Thorsen laid a foundation for Matt’s career, teaching him the athleticism and discipline required to set goals[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 1967 Paul’s passion for sports began at an early age. Growing up in his Monroeville neighborhood with his many sports enthusiastic friends, Paul’s summer days were filled with playing baseball, football and basketball. His first experience at organized sports was playing midget football for the ”Pitcairn Mohawks”. When Paul entered Monroeville Junior[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 1973 Gregg T. Nemec was born, raised, and continues to live in Turnpike Gardens, Monroeville, Pennsylvania. When he was growing up, Turnpike Gardens was an affordable housing development that attracted many young families. There was always someone to play with, making it the perfect place for Gregg and his two brothers, Mark[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 2004 To say that Mortty Ivy is one of the most prolific and recognized Gateway High School athletes is, to say the least, quite an understatement. His name is synonymous with the successes of Gateway football in the early 2000’s. Athletic from an early age, Mortty Ivy kicked off his football career[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 2005 Justin King, already a known budding star from his success in local youth football leagues and having placed third in the Junior Olympics track & field competition, first attended Gateway High School as a freshman in 2001. Justin immediately earned a spot on the varsity football team and began making an[…] [more…]
Gateway Class of 1970 Mark grew up in the Turnpike Gardens neighborhood in Monroeville, along with 4 brothers and 3 sisters. It was a brand new sub-division in 1955 and there was an abundance of new kids to play ball with and get into all manner of mischief. Mark’s first exposure to organized football came[…] [more…]
