Pitching, power, and poise — Pope John Paul II played championship-level baseball in Center Valley, and now stands one win away from the 4A state final.

The scoreboard closed the chapter, but North Pocono’s story this season was one of pride, perseverance, and a program on the rise. The Lady Trojans walk away with memories, momentum — and their heads held high.

A key second-inning surge proved to be the difference-maker as Mount Carmel plated two runs early to grab momentum. They added an insurance run in the fourth, and while the Eagles managed a lone tally in the third, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Red Tornadoes’ defensive sharpness and timely hitting.

A .478 hitter with a 0.39 ERA? Nick Bradley’s junior season reads like a video game stat sheet—but the Abington Heights ace is just getting started. Gatorade’s top player in PA brings the heat on the field and in the classroom.

The Classics Girls Basketball Camp is set to return this summer, running July 21–24 at the Xavier Center on the campus of Scranton Prep. Open to girls entering grades 4 through 8, the camp runs daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and offers a blend of individual instruction and team-oriented play.

In a evening that combined playoff nerves with program pride, Scranton Prep seized the spotlight — and made history in the process. From dominant draws to laser-accurate assists, the Cavaliers’ first step on the state stage looked anything but inexperienced.

Allison Rothenberger and Sadie Gilbert each scored six goals to lead Abington Heights to a historic 15-10 victory over Hershey in the first round of the PIAA Class 2A girls lacrosse playoffs. The win marks the program’s first-ever state playoff victory and keeps the Comets’ perfect season alive at 21-0.

South Williamsport earned a 10–0 shutout victory over Holy Redeemer on Monday in a PIAA Class 2A playoff game. The Mountaineers collected 14 hits and scored in five separate innings, ending the game in seven innings.

From the mound to the batter’s box to shortstop, Valley View found a way. Taylor Cawley’s solo homer and Kalli Karwowski’s highlight-reel play secured a 1-0 win and kept the Cougars dancing into the quarterfinals.

A five-run fifth inning proved to be the difference as Palmyra used timely hitting and flawless defense to defeat Pittston 7–3 on Monday in playoff action.

🏃‍♂️ Build-N-Athlete 5K & 10K Recap – A Race With Purpose 🏃‍♀️ On June 1st, the community came together in Peckville, PA for the first-ever Build-N-Athlete 10K, alongside a packed 5K and Kids Fun Run. From record-breaking finishes to family fun, basket raffles, and kids’ games, it was more than a race—it was a celebration of unity, wellness, and youth empowerment. Proceeds supported Build-N-Athlete, a nonprofit working to make sports gear and mentorship accessible for underprivileged youth in NEPA. With powerful finishes, smiling faces, and an unforgettable mission, this event proved—we’re not just building athletes. We’re building futures. 🌟 Learn more or get involved at buildnathlete.org

Fifty years ago, they wore bell-bottom jeans and played for medals their coach paid for out of pocket. Today, they take the field in matching team uniforms and celebrate with plaques & medals. But what ties North Pocono’s 1975 and 2025 District Champion softball teams together isn’t just the victories—it’s the heart. This is a story of two titles, one legacy, and generations of girls who played for each other, backed one another up, and proved that the game always gives back more than it takes.

Two homers. Four RBIs. Five strong innings. Taylor Cawley’s dominance on both sides of the ball lifted Valley View to a 7-3 win over Tunkhannock and the District 2 4A championship.

Ava Hazelton struck out 13 and Mid Valley rallied in the 6th to take down Lake-Lehman 6-4 in a back-and-forth playoff thriller. Cortazar tripled, Larson drove in two, and the Spartanettes move on.

In a tightly contested battle between two strong arms, Pittston’s Elijah Barr delivered a complete-game gem while his teammates made the most of limited opportunities to seal a 3-1 win over Abington Heights.