Abbi Call joined the 200-strikeout club and then went 4-for-4 with two home runs in Valley View’s 14-3 rout of Thomas Jefferson Friday, leading the Cougars with a three-hit, nine-strikeout performance in the circle.

Lake-Lehman rallied for six runs in the sixth inning, capped by Kaitlyn Brudnicki’s inside-the-park home run, to erase a five-run deficit and defeat Pittston Area 11-10 in a wild Friday softball showdown.

The 2025 Pennsylvania Sports Writers All-State Girls Basketball Teams were officially released Thursday afternoon, and District 2 made a powerful statement, with nine standout athletes and one notable alum receiving statewide honors across multiple PIAA classifications.

The Hurricanes rode a strong offensive showing and a steady scoring effort to a 9-5 victory over Nativity BVM on Wednesday in high school baseball action.

POCONO SUMMIT, PA — In a game full of offensive fireworks and wild momentum swings, the West Scranton Invaders rallied with a massive late-inning surge to defeat Pocono Mountain West 13-10 on Thursday afternoon.

For many, sports are an escape—an outlet for joy, competition, discipline, and purpose. But behind the wins, highlight reels, and headlines, there lies a truth that’s gaining more attention than ever: athletes struggle with mental health too.

Palisades wasted no time getting on the board, scoring two runs in the first inning and adding two more in the second to take an early 4-1 lead. After tacking on a run in the fifth, the Pirates broke the game open with a four-run sixth inning to stretch the advantage to 9-2.

On a picture-perfect Thursday afternoon, the softball diamond turned into a battlefield as unranked Dallas stunned the No. 1 ranked Tunkhannock Tigers in a nail-biting 6–5 victory. It was a game filled with momentum swings, clutch hits, and a resilient Mountaineer squad that refused to back down.

Holy Cross head coach Al Callejas proved age is just a number, torching the nets in New York City to win the Knicks Wellball Individual Shooting Championship with a lights-out performance under pressure.

Muncy’s bats came alive early and never let up, capitalizing on five Benton errors to keep the scoreboard busy. The Indians’ well-rounded effort featured contributions up and down the lineup, as they racked up 15 runs while limiting themselves to just two defensive errors.

Early specialization in youth sports might seem like the fast track to success—but a deep dive into NBA careers tells a different story. A study of first-round NBA draft picks from 2008 to 2015 revealed that athletes who played multiple sports in high school had significantly fewer injuries, played more games, and enjoyed longer careers than those who focused solely on basketball. With only 10 major injuries among multisport athletes compared to 116 in their single-sport peers, the numbers speak volumes. While some coaches still push for early specialization, others are beginning to recognize that building a strong, diverse athletic foundation isn’t a detour—it’s a long-term advantage.

Pittston Area’s softball team bounced back in a big way on Wednesday, powering past Crestwood 10–4 in an eight-inning showdown that showcased grit, timely hitting, and standout pitching from junior Samantha Herbert.

Sponsored by Nina’s Wing Bites & Pizza, Zoie Krupovich earns Player of the Game honors after a two-homer night that powered Valley View to a commanding 8-2 win over Wallenpaupack.

Mia Keenan went 4-for-4 and crushed a third-inning homer as West Scranton scored early and often, powering past Scranton Prep 18-3 in a dominant four-inning win.

The Dallas Mountaineers left no doubt on Monday afternoon, erupting for 11 runs in the third inning to power past Berwick in a dominant 14-1 victory at home.