From backyard swings to championship greens, Scranton Prep’s Cole Powell has turned a childhood hobby into a record-setting rise. The sophomore standout capped his dream season by becoming the first golfer in school history to win an individual state title finishing an incredible 7-under at Penn State’s White Course. With his calm focus, relentless drive, and gratitude for the family and coaches who shaped him, Powell continues to redefine what it means to stay wired on and off the course.

District XI’s regular season closed with perfection at the top and chaos just below it. Parkland, Easton, Northwestern Lehigh, Notre Dame-Green Pond, and Schuylkill Haven all finish undefeated, while Liberty, Whitehall, and North Schuylkill gained key momentum heading into playoff football. The road to gold begins now across the Lehigh Valley and Schuylkill County.

Delaware Valley took care of business to finish with a .500 record and secure the No. 3 seed in the District 2 5A playoffs. Devin Estevez and Mike Iuzzolino both ran for two touchdowns, and Warriors Quarterback Colin McGarvey had one passing and one rushing touchdown.

Wyoming Area overcomes early 15-0 hole with dominant second-half performance to close regular season 9-1.

Blue Ridge setter McKenna Zick recorded her 1000th career assist and led the top seeded Lady Raiders to a 3-0 sweep over Elk Lake in the District 2 Class 2A quarterfinals. Zick finished with 28 assists and 13 service points, while teammate Abigail Gelinger added 13 kills, including the 500th of her career.

In a thrilling Week 10 finish, Susquehanna rallied past Holy Cross 21–20 for its first win of 2025. Gabe Maby scored twice and hit Mason Keyes for a two-point conversion to tie it, before freshman Joey Allen tossed the go-ahead touchdown then sealed it with a late interception after Holy Cross missed a potential game-winning two-point try.

Lackawanna Trail running back Isaac Ryon entered the Lions’ Week 10 matchup vs the Riverside Vikings with 1,730 rushing yards and 28 rushing touchdowns on the season. In the final regular season game of his high school career, he surpassed the 2,000 yard mark and 30 touchdown mark for the season.

Valley View closed out Senior Night with a 20-7 win over Wallenpaupack behind 285 rushing yards and three touchdowns, setting up a Halloween home playoff showdown with Dallas.

The top runners from across Northeast Pennsylvania met at the Wyoming County Fairgrounds for the District 2 Cross Country Championships, delivering strong performances and exciting finishes across every classification. The event showcased both seasoned veterans and breakout performances, with several programs once again proving why District 2 is one of the state’s most competitive regions.

Since midseason, powerhouses have flexed their dominance, underdogs have stolen headlines, and playoff positioning is starting to take shape. Comparing Week 5 to Week 9, some teams have surged with momentum, while others are scrambling to rediscover their early-season spark. Let’s dive into how the rankings look now — and who’s rising, falling, and holding strong as the postseason looms.

Riverside made a statement in one of Northeastern PA’s most storied rivalries, overwhelming Old Forge 49-8 under the lights. Junior Jared Jackson’s punt return touchdown set the tone early, and the Vikings never looked back, dominating on both sides of the ball. With standout performances from Brayden Rose, Ny-jai Scott-holt, and 4-star lineman Tavian Branch, Riverside’s energy carried through even after the starters exited. As the Vikings celebrate this emphatic win, their focus now turns to a high-stakes showdown with Lackawanna Trail—a clash many are calling the regional championship before the regional championship.

The Mid Valley-based NEPA Storm 10U softball team went undefeated in Apalachin, New York, posting wins over Eyota Travel Softball and Southern Tier Thunder. Grace Whitling and Frankie Nails each homered over the weekend, while pitchers Nora Piercy, Grace Eboli, and Emma Fredericks combined for 20 strikeouts across both games. The Storm’s explosive offense and dominant pitching set the tone as they now prepare for the USSSA Fall State Championship in Quakertown on November 1–2.

Caden’s leadership extends beyond his stats. As a three-year captain, his coach, Sante Romaldini, described him as a player who “sets the expectation on and off the field” and “motivates the rest of the team through his work ethic.” He’s become a four-year varsity starter, leading not just with goals, but with grit, vision, and composure.

Crestwood captured the Wyoming Valley Conference Division 1 championship with a 2–1 comeback victory over Wyoming Area on Saturday at Wilkes-Barre Area’s Wolfpack Stadium. Wyoming Area struck first late in the second quarter when Lucia Campenni scored off an assist from Juliana Siani, giving the Warriors a 1–0 halftime advantage.