Ava Hazelton struck out 13 and Mid Valley rallied in the 6th to take down Lake-Lehman 6-4 in a back-and-forth playoff thriller. Cortazar tripled, Larson drove in two, and the Spartanettes move on.

In a tightly contested battle between two strong arms, Pittston’s Elijah Barr delivered a complete-game gem while his teammates made the most of limited opportunities to seal a 3-1 win over Abington Heights.

DUNMORE, Pa. — Holy Cross secured the District 2 Class 1A softball championship on Thursday with a decisive 8–1 victory over Old Forge, powered by a five-run explosion in the fifth inning.

Elk Lake came out swinging, but it was Old Forge who came out on top—and now they’re headed to the district championship.

The rosters for the 91st Annual Dream Game have been released, featuring standout senior athletes from across the region. Representing the City team under head coach Jake Manetti (West Scranton) are top talents like Treyvon Dickey (Scranton Prep), Gabe Franek (Dunmore), and Drew Kiesendahl (Wallenpaupack). On the County side, head coach Mike Schuback (Old Forge) leads a loaded roster highlighted by Zach Cwalinski (Valley View), Richie Kostoff (Riverside), and Mason Avery (Honesdale). The game is scheduled for July 23 at John Henzes Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Mary Lombardi’s four-hit game and Anne Carter’s 11 strikeouts helped Holy Redeemer erase an early deficit and secure an 8-4 postseason win over Elk Lake.

Alyssa Lynch’s bat and Areilla Bell’s arm proved to be the winning combination as North Pocono edged Abington Heights 5-4 in a back-and-forth battle.

Excerpt: In a game that lived up to the stakes, Dunmore erased a 3-0 deficit in the final inning, capping a dramatic rally with Evan Mizenko’s walk-off single to claim the District II 3A Championship over Riverside, 4-3.

Fans were treated to a masterclass in postseason baseball, with both teams locked in a scoreless duel through four innings. But in the top of the fifth, the Red Tornadoes finally cracked the code.

The Crusaders’ offense exploded with 14 hits, highlighted by a seven-run second inning and a five-run third that quickly put the game out of reach. Palmerton struggled both at the plate and in the field, managing just four hits and committing five costly errors, more than their run total.

The Crestwood Comets punched their ticket to the District 2 Class 4A championship game with a commanding 10-0, five-inning win over Wyoming Area in Monday’s semifinal matchup at home.

The 416 Project honors the lives of Shane Rivenburgh and David Duchnik—two beloved Lakeland alumni whose legacies continue to inspire through community-driven efforts. From impactful legislation like Shane’s Law and the Blue Light Law, to events such as the Shane Rivenburgh Big Ball Classic and the David Duchnik Memorial Golf Tournament, their memory fuels a mission of giving back. With over $100,000 already raised toward a planned indoor baseball training facility in Scott Township, this story is not just about loss—it’s about how a community comes together to build something lasting in their name.

A community once united in cheering his rise is now joined in grief and support. From Friday night lights to a future in the NFL, Julian Fleming’s journey has touched many—but today, hearts break not for what’s lost on the field, but for the life lost beside it. Rest in peace, Alyssa Boyd.

Steady on the hill, sharp in the field, and clutch when it counted—Wyoming Area’s playoff push is officially back on track.

Holy Redeemer made a statement Friday at Casey Park, blanking Dunmore 10-0 in a complete team performance that featured dominant pitching and explosive offense.