Ello Soto’s vision for Do It 4 The Youth is simple: to provide every child with the opportunity to start young, build skills, and develop character through sports. By removing the financial barriers that prevent children from participating in athletic activities, Soto is helping to create a more equitable environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive.

Trailing by 13 points entering the fourth quarter, Dallas head coach Mark Belenski’s message was simple. We Pride ourselves on our defense. The Mountaineers outscored Holy Redeemer 18-2 in the fourth quarter to take a 54-51 victory to win the WVC Championship. “We just had to play our game in that fourth quarter.” Said Dallas sophomore forward Pat Flanagan who had a game high 20 points alongside senior guard Jude Nocito.

When the first quarter came to an end, it looked like me it was going to be a possible upset for Crestwood. Hazleton Area slammed the door on the upset by only allowing six total points in the second quarter. They led 40-24 at halftime en route to a 63-51 victory to win their second consecutive Wyoming Valley Conference Championship over Crestwood. Alexis Reimold had a game high 22 points and Kaitlyn Bindas added 15 for Hazleton Area.

The Les Richards Swimming Championships delivered a thrilling showcase of speed, endurance, and teamwork as swimmers set records, secured victories, and proved their dominance in the pool. With standout performances from Scranton Prep, Elk Lake, and Tunkhannock, the event highlighted both individual brilliance and collective team effort.

Hazleton Area has proven themselves as the top team in District 2 for the 2024-2025 season. Sophia Benyo had a game high 21 points and Kaitlyn Bindas added 20 as the Lady Cougars advanced to the WVC Championship with a 75-46 victory over Holy Redeemer. Hazleton Area is looking to repeat as WVC Champions.

After an 18-0 run by Lake-Lehman that spanned the first and second quarter, Crestwood was down nine. The Lady Comets slowly chipped away at the lead and took a short lead early in the third quarter. Crestwood trailed as much as seven in the fourth quarter but ended up not allowing any more Lake-Lehman points as Charlie Hiller had a team-high 13 points including a putback basket with 26 seconds left and Kate Gallagher added 10 points as the Lady Comets advanced to the WVC Finals with a 48-45 victory over Lake-Lehman.

Scranton Preps balanced attack and efficient shooting proved too much for Wallenpaupack. Doherty, Martin, and Rossi led the charge for the Cavaliers, while Blanding’s stellar 25-point performance couldn’t save the Buckhorns. Both teams matched in three-point shooting, but Prep’s 3 stars for the night proved to be a bit too much.

Susquehanna lit up the court on Senior Night, with Mason Keyes leading the way and the team draining nine three-pointers to secure a 55-40 win. Blue Ridge’s Gehrig Dibble led his team with 14 points, but the Sabers’ sharpshooting proved too much to overcome.

Senior sharpshooters Connor McNally and Gerry Rose both hit the 1,000-point milestone Friday night, leading the Riverside Vikings to a commanding 98-34 win over Western Wayne. The Vikings hit 17 three-pointers in the victory, setting the stage for Sunday’s Lackawanna Conference title clash against Holy Cross.

Allentown, PA – Emmaus High School delivered a commanding performance in the EPC Championship, securing the title with a 59-37 victory over Bethlehem Catholic at the PPL Center. From the opening tip to the final buzzer, the Green Hornets controlled the tempo, executed efficiently on both ends of the court, and left no doubt about their dominance.

ALLENTOWN — In a dramatic showdown at the PPL Center, Northampton edged Pocono Mountain West 55-54 in overtime to claim the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference (EPC) Championship on Tuesday night.

The game was a tough loss for Wilkes-Barre, who has been battling for a playoff spot all season. Though they played hard and showed great effort, it was Mont Alto\'s strong defensive plays and consistent scoring that ultimately secured the win.

Showing they can compete with the best, looking to end the regular season strong and keep momentum going into playoffs, Wilkes-Barre will look to build on this victory and secure another win against PS York on Friday during Senior Night and their final home game of the season.

Scranton’s Senior Night was a night to remember, as the Lady Knights finished their regular season with a 51-45 win over Valley View. Giada Costa reached 1,000 career points, a milestone that added even more emotion to an already special evening. Though Valley View’s second-half defense nearly sparked a comeback, Scranton’s second-quarter surge proved to be the difference.

On Senior Night, the Scranton Prep Classics delivered a memorable performance, defeating Wallenpaupack 72-38 and celebrating six standout seniors. Jenna Hillebrand and Maya Jenkins led the way with 19 points each, showcasing their skill and leadership. Jenkins, with three 3-pointers, fueled a strong outside shooting effort, as the Classics connected on six shots from beyond the arc. The victory sealed an undefeated league season and cemented Scranton Preps place as the top seed heading into the District 2 Class 4A playoffs.