Alyssa Lynch’s bat and Areilla Bell’s arm proved to be the winning combination as North Pocono edged Abington Heights 5-4 in a back-and-forth battle.

Excerpt: In a game that lived up to the stakes, Dunmore erased a 3-0 deficit in the final inning, capping a dramatic rally with Evan Mizenko’s walk-off single to claim the District II 3A Championship over Riverside, 4-3.

Fans were treated to a masterclass in postseason baseball, with both teams locked in a scoreless duel through four innings. But in the top of the fifth, the Red Tornadoes finally cracked the code.

The Crusaders’ offense exploded with 14 hits, highlighted by a seven-run second inning and a five-run third that quickly put the game out of reach. Palmerton struggled both at the plate and in the field, managing just four hits and committing five costly errors, more than their run total.

The Crestwood Comets punched their ticket to the District 2 Class 4A championship game with a commanding 10-0, five-inning win over Wyoming Area in Monday’s semifinal matchup at home.

The 416 Project honors the lives of Shane Rivenburgh and David Duchnik—two beloved Lakeland alumni whose legacies continue to inspire through community-driven efforts. From impactful legislation like Shane’s Law and the Blue Light Law, to events such as the Shane Rivenburgh Big Ball Classic and the David Duchnik Memorial Golf Tournament, their memory fuels a mission of giving back. With over $100,000 already raised toward a planned indoor baseball training facility in Scott Township, this story is not just about loss—it’s about how a community comes together to build something lasting in their name.

A community once united in cheering his rise is now joined in grief and support. From Friday night lights to a future in the NFL, Julian Fleming’s journey has touched many—but today, hearts break not for what’s lost on the field, but for the life lost beside it. Rest in peace, Alyssa Boyd.

Steady on the hill, sharp in the field, and clutch when it counted—Wyoming Area’s playoff push is officially back on track.

Holy Redeemer made a statement Friday at Casey Park, blanking Dunmore 10-0 in a complete team performance that featured dominant pitching and explosive offense.

The Abington Heights Comets took down their division rival in the North Pocono by a score of 11-2 on May 24. The win will send the Comets back to the District Two 5A championship game for the first time since 2021, and the key component behind that was starting pitcher Nick Bradley.

Cohen Orlandini’s go-ahead single in the seventh capped off a gritty comeback by Elk Lake, who battled back from a two-run deficit to eliminate Holy Cross 4-3 in Saturday’s playoff matchup.

It’s loud, it’s proud, and it’s straight from the heart. Every Memorial Day weekend, the streets of Jessup pulse with color, chaos, and community as St. Ubaldo Day brings generations together in a celebration where loyalty isn’t just worn — it’s carried. Wrapped around a centuries-old Italian tradition and fueled by hometown pride, this isn’t just a race — it’s the soul of Jessup on full display.

A team built on talent, toughness, and true character—the Lady Trojans are marching into the 5A final with momentum, heart, and a hunger for more. On Saturday, they reminded everyone that how you win is just as important as the scoreboard.

Despite battling rain, wind, and cold over the course of the two-day PIAA State Track & Field Championships at Shippensburg University, District 2 athletes rose above the elements and delivered medal-winning performances across multiple events. In a state as vast and competitive as Pennsylvania, with talent pouring in from every region, District 2 stood tall—capturing top-eight finishes in sprints, hurdles, relays, jumps, and throws.

Elk Lake flexed its offensive muscle Saturday with a rare feat—four home runs by players from four different grade levels—as the Lady Warriors rolled to an 18-3 mercy-rule win over Montrose.