District 2 Heavyweights Collide as Dallas Welcomes Abington Heights
By: Matt Flanagan | SportzWire | December 7, 2025 | Photo courtesy Jake Speicher
It’s shaping up to be one of the most anticipated early-season games in District 2 as the Dallas Mountaineers host the Abington Heights Comets on Tuesday night. Dallas brings a perfect 3–0 record into the matchup and the confidence that comes with defending its home floor, while Abington Heights is unbeaten as well after opening the season with emphatic wins over Wyoming Valley West (79–47) and Shamokin Area (74–55). One team is looking to make a statement in front of its home crowd, the other is trying to remind everyone why it’s been one of the area’s most consistent programs.
For Abington Heights, everything flows through Jordan Shaffer, the Comets’ top scoring threat and a player known for his ability to take over a game. Shaffer brings a wealth of varsity experience and a calm presence in big moments, giving Abington a steady leader on the floor. Alongside him is senior guard Andrew Kettel, who provides steady ball-handling, energy, and versatility in the backcourt. Together, they help anchor a balanced Comets team that has shown it can score efficiently and defend at a high level through the season’s first two games.
Dallas will lean on a group that has already proven it can get the job done in different ways. Joey Nocito, Tyce Mason, and Pat Flanagan have set the tone early with their aggressive play and two-way impact, helping push the Mountaineers to their fast start. Adding important balance are Kael Berry and Chris Flanagan, who bring experience, poise, and timely contributions on both ends of the floor. With a packed gym expected and both teams unbeaten, Tuesday night feels like more than just another non-conference game — it feels like an early-season gut check for two programs heading in the right direction.
