SportzWire District 2 Week 10 Small School Top 10: Powered by Coach Howanitz Week 9 brought exciting matchups that caused some shuffling in the District 2 Small School rankings. Let’s break down how each team’s position has changed and analyze the key Week 9 games that led to the updates in the Week 10 rankings. 1. Scranton Prep (Previously: 1) Result: Scranton Prep 27, Jersey Shore 19 Scranton Prep remains the top team in the district after securing a solid win over Jersey Shore. With a 7-1 record, they are proving why they are a powerhouse in the small school division. Their defense and offensive execution have kept them at the top for yet another week.

Abington Heights secured the Lackawanna League Division I girls soccer title with a 1-0 victory over Valley View on Monday night. Lilia Calvert scored the game’s lone goal just under three minutes into the second half, giving the Lady Comets their third consecutive championship and 10th overall. This marks the first title for head coach Meghan Noone, who previously served as an assistant in 2022 and 2023. Abington Heights outshot Valley View 17-9, with corner kicks favoring the Lady Comets 5-4. Goalkeeper Olivia MacPherson recorded six saves for Abington Heights, while Valley View’s Megan Rucks tallied 11. Abington Heights improved to 16-1 overall and 12-1 in the league, while Valley View dropped to 16-2 overall and 11-2 in league play.

Nick Kucharski powered Valley View’s offense with 143 rushing yards and a touchdown, while quarterback Zach Cwalinski threw for two touchdowns. Kicker Braden Loff was reliable as ever, converting all five of his extra point attempts. The night was also special for seniors Jack Kovack and Joey Valvano, who both notched their first career touchdowns. Valley View Overcomes Slow Start to Secure 35-10 Win Over Wyoming Valley West.

Valley View Dominates North Pocono in 4-0 Victory Valley View’s girls’ soccer team continued their strong season with a commanding 4-0 win over North Pocono in a Lackawanna League Division I matchup. Callie Gillen led the charge with two goals, propelling the Cougars to a crucial victory. The scoring began in the first half when Callie Gillen found the back of the net twice in quick succession. Her first goal came off an assist from her sister, Sophia Gillen, at 24:27. Less than a minute later, she doubled the lead, scoring again with an assist from Smith at 25:07.

Montrose 3, Elk Lake 0 Gracie Dalton led the charge with a hat trick as Montrose secured a 3-0 victory over Elk Lake in Lackawanna League Division II action.

Abington Heights Clinches Lackawanna League Division I Boys Soccer Championship with 5-0 Win Over Scranton

Heroes On and Off the Field: Football and Firefighting Unite at Lackawanna Trail and Lakeland High Schools. For Lackawanna Trail football players Bubba Gow, Logan Edwards, Timmy Richmond, Colby Stanton, and Aaden Cobb, the firehouse is as familiar as the football field. For some, firefighting runs in the family. For others, it’s an opportunity to give back to the community that’s supported them throughout their lives. Either way, these young men have found a way to balance the heavy responsibilities of school, football, and firefighting—a feat that sets them apart as true local heroes. Lakeland’s Firefighter on the Field Just a few miles away at Lakeland High School, senior Ethan Kilmer is also balancing football and firefighting

Valley View Tops Honesdale 4-2 in Division I Match. Andrew Burman opened the scoring for Valley View at the 19:52 mark, followed by a goal from Jagger Roe at 35:53, giving the Cougars a 2-0 lead heading into halftime. Honesdale responded early in the second half when Ryan Brescia scored just over a minute after play resumed at 46:31, cutting Valley View’s lead to 2-1. However, the Cougars regained control as Jacob Bekele struck at 56:37, followed by a goal from Braden Loff, assisted by Kissel, at 63:34 to extend Valley View’s lead to 4-1

Cora Gallagher and Hanarra Timas led the offensive charge for Valley View, each recording 10 kills. Reilly Sprague added nine kills of her own, while Madison Hallock contributed significantly with 13 service points and an impressive 27 assists. Layla Marino also shined, delivering 11 aces, 21 service points, and four digs to help secure the win.

Tyler Bianchi’s Overtime Goal Lifts Scranton Prep Past North Pocono, 2-1. Tyler Bianchi delivered a clutch overtime goal to propel Scranton Prep to a 2-1 victory over North Pocono in a thrilling Lackawanna League Division I boys soccer matchup on Monday.

Abington Heights Blanks Delaware Valley, 4-0, to Stay Atop Division I Standings. The Comets, now 12-1 in the division and 14-3 overall, received goals from Michael Hiller, Joey Pivirotto, and James Mitchell to secure the win. With this result, Abington Heights maintains a one-game lead over Scranton Prep in Division I and continues to lead the District 2 Class 3A power ratings with a .723 mark. North Pocono (.703), Dallas (.695), and Valley View (.564) have also clinched playoff spots in the classification, which takes the top eight teams for the postseason.

Valley View Edges Mid Valley in Thrilling Five-Set Victory Valley View pulled off a hard-fought 3-2 win over Mid Valley in a Lackawanna League volleyball match, keeping their hopes alive for a District 2 Class 3A playoff berth. The Cougars triumphed with set scores of 14-25, 25-16, 25-20, 10-25, and 15-12. Cora Gallagher and Hanarra Timas led the charge for Valley View with 10 kills apiece, while Reilly Sprague added nine kills. Madison Hallock played a pivotal role, contributing 13 service points and 27 assists. Layla Marino had an outstanding performance at the service line, tallying 11 aces, 21 service points, and four digs. For Mid Valley, Aubrey Comstock stood out with eight aces, Mackenzie Richards added eight kills, Arianna Vitaletti led the defense with 13 digs, and Olivia Parry contributed seven digs. With the win, Valley View improved to 7-10 overall and 6-8 in the league, while Mid Valley dropped to 2-13 overall and 1-12 in league play. Valley View remains in contention for a playoff spot as the season winds down.

SportzWire Big School Top 10: Week 9 Update Powered by Coach Howanitz. As we head into Week 9, the battle for dominance in District 2 football is intensifying, with some teams rising and others slipping as the playoff picture begins to take shape. Here’s a breakdown of how the SportzWire Big School Top 10 has shifted following last week’s action, with results that shook up the middle of the rankings and saw new faces enter the fray. No Change at the Top At the very top, Valley View continues to assert itself as the #1 team in the district, holding off a tough challenge from Delaware Valley, winning 35-25 to improve to 7-1. The Cougars, powered by their consistent defense and big plays, remain the team to beat. Dallas stays strong at #2 after a commanding 37-14 victory over Crestwood, bringing their record to 5-3. The Mountaineers are proving that they can contend with the top teams, and they remain right on Valley View’s heels.

The Lake Lehman Field Hockey team is currently experiencing an impressive winning streak, having secured victories in 11 of their last 12 matches

Valley View Secures Seventh Straight Win with 35-25 Victory Over Delaware Valley