Dallas Responds to Red-Hot Start, Outlasts Abington Heights 64–46
By: Matt Flanagan | SportzWire | December 10, 2025 | Photo courtesy Jake Speicher
DALLAS, PA — For one electric quarter on Tuesday night, Abington Heights looked nearly unstoppable.
The Comets exploded out of the gate with one of the hottest shooting starts seen anywhere in District 2 this season, burying seven three-pointers in the opening quarter and stunning previously unbeaten Dallas with an early surge. The ball moved crisply, shots fell in waves, and Abington Heights controlled both the pace and confidence from the opening tip.
But Dallas never flinched.
After weathering the early storm, the Mountaineers locked in defensively, applying relentless ball pressure and forcing tougher looks. What began as a shootout quickly turned into a gritty, physical battle — exactly the type of game Dallas thrives in.
Abington Heights was led by Jordan Schaefer, who finished with 17 points, attacking off the dribble and knocking down timely shots to keep the Comets within reach. However, early foul trouble for Andrew Kettle in the second quarter proved costly, limiting one of Abington’s primary scoring threats during a critical stretch and disrupting their offensive rhythm.
Dallas answered with a balanced scoring attack and high-level defensive energy, anchored by Pat Flanagan’s 20-point performance. Flanagan set the tone attacking the rim, finishing through contact, and delivering in key moments as momentum swung. The Mountaineers’ supporting cast chipped in with strong rebounding, defensive pressure, and timely secondary scoring as Dallas steadily built control.
Despite the final margin, the game remained intense deep into the second half. Abington continued to battle behind Schaefer’s leadership, stringing together stops and brief runs. But every push was met with composure from Dallas — a defensive stand here, a transition finish there — as the Mountaineers maintained separation down the stretch.
The win adds to an impressive early-season résumé for Dallas, which already includes victories over Scranton, Bethlehem Liberty, and Lake-Lehman. Abington Heights leaves with a loss that still showcased its firepower, toughness, and shot-making ability.
The scoreboard reads 64–46, but anyone who watched knows this one was decided by grit, adjustment, and response — not just opening-quarter fireworks.
