Kids on the Pitch

Kids on the Pitch Podcast: North Catholic’s Devin Paschall, Oliver Joseph and Marcus Kurtz

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John Krysinsky
September 26, 2022

In the latest edition of Kids on the Pitch, we have three special guests, North Catholic’s Devin Paschell, Oliver Joseph and Marcus Kurtz who join PSN’s John Krysinsky to talk about Muscular Dystrophy Awareness game coming up on Thursday when they take on neighboring Mars in a key WPIAL Boys Soccer Class 3A Section 1 showdown.

As the boys prepare to take on Mars next week in our Awareness Game, please consider a donation to support MDA. @NCForeverTrue @pghsoccernow https://t.co/7mLhLujLmB

— NC Boys Soccer (@NCHSBoysSoccer) September 24, 2022

Devin shares his story and experience in being born with and following his passion of playing soccer while a rare muscular disorder, while his teammates join in on the discussion to talk about their inspiring teammate, the upcoming Muscular Dystrophy Awareness game vs Mars and North Catholic’s first year playing up against Class 3A competition.

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John Krysinsky

John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).