The vision for MECCA Sports Inc. is deeply rooted in the Retherford family\'s own experience in the world of athletics. Al and Sarah, proud parents of three children who each competed or will complete, at the Division I level in various sports, understand the challenges that families face when guiding their kids toward success. As Sarah shared, “Our mission is for each athlete to achieve their greatest potential—not just as an athlete, but as a person.” Al added, “We’ve been through the journey ourselves, and we know the path. Our goal is to help other parents and athletes find their way through it, at the right time.”
Gia Caporuscio fired in 5 goals and Crestwood rolled past Lake-Lehman 18-4. Hannah Ziegler dominated the draw with 7 controls, and Addie Knorr added 4 goals in the win.
Crestwood looked to break the game open, and Chase Gaella hit a single to score two runs as the Comets secured a 6-2 victory over Nanticoke at Major League Field. Jaxon Fedak pitched four innings, striking out nine, while Paul Feisel and Connor Wagaman combined for three scoreless innings to seal the win.
King’s College senior pitcher Emily Novicki etched her name into the record books on April 4, 2025, as she recorded her 300th career strikeout during a game against Delaware Valley. The milestone not only marks a significant personal achievement but also brings her just six strikeouts away from becoming the second all-time leader in strikeouts in King’s College history.
Under the Friday night lights of PNC Field, Abington Heights turned in a statement win with dominant pitching, timely hitting, and flawless execution. Nick Bradley stole the show, while the Comets offense backed him up with firepower and focus.
In a dominant display of offense, Abington Heights High School overwhelmed Scranton High School with a 17-2 win on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The Comets came out swinging, scoring four runs in the first inning and exploding for eight more in the second, leaving the Knights struggling to keep pace.
In a high-scoring softball showdown on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Delaware Valley High School staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Scranton Prep 11-9. The Warriors, driven by clutch hitting and resilient pitching, erased an early deficit to secure the win.
Wyoming Area asserted its dominance on both sides of the track Thursday afternoon, winning 39 of 52 total scoring positions and sweeping Lake-Lehman in decisive fashion. Gashi and Gravine stole the show with multi-event wins, while depth in relays and field events propelled both squads to triple-digit team scores.
Cameron Montigney’s late-game heroics and a steady relief outing from B. Widdick helped Pittston Area hold off Hazleton Area 6-4 in a back-and-forth battle.
Dallas, PA – On Thursday, April 3rd, the Dallas High School Mountaineers showcased their offensive firepower, defeating Wyoming Valley West by a convincing score of 11-1. The game, held at Dallas High School, saw the Mountaineers take an early lead and never look back, maintaining their dominance throughout the five-inning contest.
Wallenpaupack needed just four innings to make a statement. With every starter contributing and the pitching staff nearly flawless, the Buckhorns made it clear they’re ready to be a force this season.
Ava Ruckle, Addisyn Diltz, and Jenna Robaczewski all had impressive performances at the plate, driving in crucial RBIs to contribute to the team\'s offensive surge. Ruckle and Robaczewski each recorded 2 RBIs, while Diltz drove in 3. The balanced attack from these key players, along with contributions from the rest of the lineup, made it clear that the Rangers were firing on all cylinders.
In a contest packed with fireworks, North Pocono proved they belong among the elite, handing top-ranked Valley View their first loss of the season behind timely hitting, a clutch performance from Amelia Bell, and a relentless offensive attack.
In a commanding display of offensive power, Mountain View High School routed Susquehanna Community High School 13-2 on Wednesday. The Eagles wasted no time, scoring four runs in the first inning and maintaining pressure throughout the game.
The Warriors erupted for seven runs in the third inning, which included three hits. Braydon McMicken drew a walk to score one, Brayden Miller’s single brought in another run, and Felker\'s sacrifice fly plated two more. Sherman followed with a two-run single, and an error allowed one additional run to score.