Taylor Bolesta’s football journey is one that embodies grit, perseverance, and an unshakable belief in self. The former Stony Brook defensive tackle may not have entered his pro day with prototypical NFL size, but what he lacked in height and reach, he made up for in sheer effort, preparation, and heart.

Valley View used timely hitting, aggressive baserunning, and disciplined at-bats to take down Lakeland 10-4 on Thursday. With contributions up and down the lineup and a solid outing from Gianni Marino on the mound, the Cougars controlled the game from start to finish.

Amelia Bell dominated in the circle and at the plate, leading North Pocono to an 8-2 win over Dallas. Bell struck out 11 and added two hits and two RBIs, while Adysen Iyoobs two-run homer helped seal the victory. Dallas was led by Travers 2-for-2 effort and strong plate discipline, but the Lady Trojans pulled away with a big fifth and sixth inning.

Jules Galella continued her flawless start to the season, going 3-for-3 Thursday to improve to 6-for-6 overall as Holy Cross blanked Carbondale Area, 12-0. The Crusaders piled up 10 hits and stole six bases in the shutout win.

The Honesdale Varsity Hornets kicked off their season in dominant fashion with a 6-1 road win over the Wilkes-Barre Wolfpack.

Montrose powered past Tunkhannock in a high-scoring 32-14 victory, led by Hudson Aukemas 8-RBI explosion and a relentless offensive onslaught that saw the Meteors score in every inning. Despite a grand slam from Ethan Dominick, the Tigers couldn’t keep pace in this unforgettable barn burner.

Pittston Area improved to 4-0 with a dominant 11-3 win over Old Forge, fueled by timely hitting and strong pitching. Richard Tonte and Jake Aftewicz led the offense, while TJ Johnson struck out six in four innings to earn the win. The Patriots continue to emerge as a serious contender in District 2 boys baseball.

Meghan Hassaj’s perfect day at the plate and Ava Schmidt’s no-hitter highlighted a 15-0 statement win for Holy Cross over Lackawanna Trail on Tuesday afternoon.

Jack Augustine’s four goals, Logan Lawson’s dominance on faceoffs, and Ethan Zabroski’s milestone 600th career save propelled Crestwood to a 12-6 win over Selinsgrove.

Dallas High School opened their 2025 baseball season in commanding fashion with an 11-1 win over West Scranton on Tuesday afternoon. The Mountaineers wasted no time getting on the board, putting up six runs in the first inning and never looking back.

In a high-energy showdown, Hazleton Area (HAHS) overwhelmed Berwick (BHS) with an explosive offensive display, securing a dominant 16–6 victory in just five innings.

Clarks Summit, PA — Abington Heights boys lacrosse came out firing and never looked back in a commanding 16-7 win over Lewisburg on their home turf. The Comets controlled the pace from the opening whistle, putting together a balanced attack and strong defensive showing to move to a statement win early in the season.

In a game of two very different halves, Crestwood held off a fierce second-half surge by Lakeland to earn a 13-11 win in boys lacrosse action.

It was a dominant weekend for several local lacrosse programs, with Scranton Prep, Crestwood, and Abington Heights all turning in impressive performances. The Cavaliers overwhelmed North Pocono with a 15-1 victory, Crestwood’s girls edged Delaware Valley in a tight 10-8 battle, and Abington Heights rolled past Wyoming Area 16-2, showcasing firepower and depth across the board.

Valley View’s offense exploded for 11 runs behind home runs from Kalli Karwowski, Abbi Call, and Emily Moyles, while Taylor Cawley’s bases-clearing double highlighted a five-run sixth inning. Karwowski, batting .500 with three home runs on the season, continued to lead the charge. On the mound, Call delivered six strong innings, allowing just one unearned run and striking out four. Cora Castellani also stayed red-hot with a .667 batting average, and Ashlyn Palickar contributed two hits and an RBI. Holy Redeemer was limited to five hits, with Mary Lombardi scoring their only run.