District 2 Coaches Poll Heats Up: Big Schools and Small Schools Show Their Strength, Backed by Unity and Kleinbauer Mechanical

By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | August 20, 2025

In District 2, the preseason coaches’ polls for both Big School and Small School divisions have dropped and this isn’t one person’s take. It’s the ripple effect of dozens of voices, coaches from across the district weighing in, wrestling with strength of schedule, returning talent, scrimmage results, and trusted instincts. This isn’t fluff, this is feedback fine tuned through collective insight.

Despite the early August lull, District 2’s final scrimmages act like crankshaft checks, tuning lineups, testing depth charts, and simulating the heat of real competition before Week 1 kicks off in just days. No surprise that that same attention to performance carries over into the coaches’ voting.

Here’s what the consensus looked like:

Beyond pride and position, these polls represent a snapshot of trust from rivals past and present, all lending perspective on who is set to shine.

Building the Story: Coaches Craft the Heat Map

Let’s tap into why some programs land where they do, and how the preseason preparations echo the fine calibration of your HVAC system, balance, efficiency, and performance under pressure

Delaware Valley — Top Heat Output

A powerhouse with strong scrimmage results and returning leadership, Delaware Valley earned the nod for dominance. It’s like a high capacity unit that delivers reliable output without overheating.

Abington Heights and North Pocono — Balanced Cooling and Power

Abington Heights draws praise for roster depth that keeps pressure on opposing defenses. North Pocono, known for explosive plays, serves up heat when it counts. Together, they’re the adjustable thermostat, strong, responsive, and in control.

Mid Tier Contenders (Wilkes Barre, Dallas, Crestwood, Valley View)

These teams sit in the temperate zone of the poll, tight, razor pointed, ready for a late season surge. If the thermostat’s set right, they’ll crank it up.

Scranton, Pittston Area and Hazleton — Final Zone Adjustments

Poll makers see promise in these programs. They’re the ones waking early to check the ductwork, paying attention to details, scouting, thickening playbooks, seeking that spark to climb.

On the Small School front:

Scranton Prep — Furnace Full Blasting

Ranked No 1 after consensus voting, Scranton Prep’s energy and coaching cohesion earned the furnace metaphor. They’re locked in and delivering consistent heat across the board.

Lackawanna Trail and Dunmore — Rugged Warmers

Lackawanna Trail brings a history of District 2 A level championships and a firm reputation for disciplined wins. Dunmore brings consistent grunt play and prep work, effective, reliable, and gathering steam.

Mid Valley, Riverside and Carbondale — Primed for Ignite

These programs sit just behind the top tier, like thermostats poised to switch to high when opportunities knock. Strong foundations, ready to flip momentum.

Lakeland, Wyoming Area, Old Forge and Lake Lehman — Setup Phase

Each team checks parts, evaluating lineups, accessories, schemes, looking for that spark. If lit correctly, this cluster could rise fast.

The Coaches Poll: A Multi Voice Thermostat, Not a Single Dial

One coach put it best in a similar poll model. Each voter ranks teams from top to bottom, ten points for first, nine for second, and so on, ensuring every preseason opinion counts and no single voice dominates. That style of scoring helps explain how delicate shifts in rank, especially in the middle tiers, reflect nuanced feedback.

District 2’s coaches know that evaluations matter. Big programs want fair comparisons. Small programs want recognition of toughness and cohesion. When coaches vote, they’re assessing more than talent, they’re reading resumes, watching scrimmages, and comparing apples to apples. This builds trust.

In Summary: Turning Up the Heat with Kleinbauer Mechanical

This poll is not a solo play. It’s a collective engine, warmed up by coaches analyzing, adjusting, and judging performance. The preseason rankings tell a story of strength, persistence, and promise, all calibrated by professionals who know pressure builds champions.

And just like Kleinbauer Mechanical ensures your home keeps running smoothly when the heat’s on, these polls remind us that success, whether in football or HVAC, is built on preparation, precision, and real world feedback. Real Local. Real Honest. That’s District 2 football.

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