Dallas Defeats Pittston Area Behind Hot Three-Point Shooting
By: Matt Flanagan | Sportzwire | February 4, 2025 | Photo courtesy Jake Speicher
Dallas, PA – The Dallas Mountaineers secured a commanding 68-50 victory over the Pittston Area Patriots on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, showcasing a dominant performance from beyond the arc. Dallas connected on 15 three-pointers, overwhelming Pittston Area’s defense and solidifying their place as one of the region’s top teams.
First Quarter: Dallas Sets the Tone
The game started with Dallas coming out firing, racking up 25 points in the first quarter while Pittston Area managed 16. The Mountaineers’ perimeter shooting was evident early, with Tyce Mason and Jude Nocito leading the charge. Pittston Area’s Silvio Giardina responded with strong offensive play, hitting multiple three-pointers to keep the Patriots in the game.
Second Quarter: Pittston Struggles to Close the Gap
Pittston Area aimed to slow down Dallas’ momentum in the second quarter, tightening their defense. The Patriots held Dallas to 12 points, their lowest-scoring quarter of the game. However, Pittston Area also struggled offensively, managing just 11 points, leaving them trailing 37-27 at halftime.
Third Quarter: Mountaineers Maintain Control
Coming out of the break, Dallas extended its lead behind Mason’s sharpshooting and Nocito’s aggressive playmaking. Despite Pittston Area’s defensive efforts, Dallas outscored them 13-8 in the third quarter, entering the final period with a comfortable 50-35 lead.
Fourth Quarter: Dallas Closes It Out
The Mountaineers sealed the win with another strong quarter, dropping 18 points to Pittston’s 15. Mason continued his stellar night, finishing with a game-high 19 points, including six three-pointers. Nocito added 17 points, hitting four shots from beyond the arc, while Jack Dale and Kael Berry chipped in with key baskets to keep the Patriots at bay.
Key Player Performances
Dallas Mountaineers
• Tyce Mason – 19 points, 6 three-pointers
• Jude Nocito – 17 points, 4 three-pointers, 3-6 FT
• Pat Flanagan – 10 points, 4 FGs
• Jack Dale – 6 points, 2 three-pointers
• Kael Berry – 6 points, 1 three-pointer
Pittston Area Patriots
• Lucas Lopresto – 18 points, 8 field goals, 1 three-pointer
• Silvio Giardina – 15 points, 3 three-pointers
• Aiden Lynn – 9 points, 3-5 FT
• Paul Jordan McGarry – 4 points
• Matt Walter & Aidan Clarke – 2 points each
Team Statistics Breakdown
• Dallas: 15 three-pointers, 22 total field goals, 9-17 FT
• Pittston Area: 4 three-pointers, 21 total field goals, 4-9 FT
Conclusion: Dallas’ Perimeter Dominance
Dallas’ ability to stretch the floor with their 15 three-pointers was the deciding factor in their victory. Pittston Area showed flashes of strong play, particularly from Lopresto and Giardina, but they struggled to match Dallas’ offensive efficiency.
