NEPA Elite Volleyball Club didn’t just compete this pass weekend — they made a statement. With five podium finishes, dominant performances across multiple age groups, and a culture built on discipline and unity, NEPA Elite continues to prove why it’s the #1 league in the Northeast and officially among the Top 10 clubs in Pennsylvania.
Rocco Spataro just didn’t turn heads as a freshman, he made a scene. Named the #1 freshmen javelin thrower in Pa. Spataro has his sights on bigger goals. Trips in the summer to East Stroudsburg South High School for American JavFest and the Keystone State Games solidified Spataro’s potential and just two weeks ago, Spataro, his family, and other throwers from the Jav Factory took a trip to LSU University for a seminar hosted by past Olympic greats and professional coaches. Sportzwire’s Doug Noldy had the opportunity to talk to Rocco and his mom Julie on what the JavFest and the event at LSU was all about. Spataro is determined to uphold the legacy of Lakeland’s past throwing greats that include names of Prawdzik, Pidgeon, Wormuth, Tuzze, Dippre. He’s not only embracing this legacy but committed to continuing it into the future.
Abington Heights turned a tight third quarter into a title clincher Monday night, pulling away late to beat Valley View 61 to 43 and secure the Lackawanna League Division I boys basketball championship.
Endless Momentum put itself back in the spotlight this weekend at the KRVA Pennsylvania Kickstarter, earning second and third place finishes out of a loaded 28 team field. Both Power Blue squads showcased poise, execution, and the competitive standard that continues to define the program.
Wallenpaupack standout Emma Ey has taken a major step onto the national stage, earning selection to the 2026 U16 USA Women’s National Field Hockey Team. The rising sophomore’s journey from local fields to national team training camps reflects years of dedication, elite production, and a deep love for the game that continues to open doors at the highest levels of competition.