When the District 2 Coaches Poll was released this week, there was a new name among the top programs: Wilkes-Barre Area. Ranked No. 5, the Wolfpack are earning recognition for a season that feels different — one built on grit, balance, and a belief that they belong with the best.

Valley View protected home turf with a 3-1 win over Scranton Prep as Logan Cabrera opened the scoring and Braden Loff added two goals, while Soleil Shrestha netted the lone tally for the Cavaliers.

In Schuylkill County, few names carry the weight that Nativity BVM senior Trey Keating does. A record-setting scorer on the basketball court, a key contributor in baseball, and now a leader on a 15-1 golf team, Keating’s impact stretches far beyond athletics. He’s a Distinguished Honor student, Student Body President, and a role model who credits his family, coaches, and community for shaping his journey. Humble yet relentless, Trey isn’t chasing attention, he’s chasing excellence, and Nativity BVM is stronger for it.

Parkland’s first-quarter blitz, Peyton Falzone’s fireworks, and Williams Valley’s run-game clinic, Week 4 in District XI delivered blowouts, barnburners, and breakout stars. With Tony Sibilla and Keith Groller breaking down the movement, fueled by Fit AF Nutrition, see who surged, who survived, and what’s next as No. 1 is set to meet No. 2.

It was a picture-perfect evening for field hockey, and two of District 2’s premier programs delivered a battle worthy of the setting. Crestwood, ranked No. 1 in the latest coaches’ poll released earlier today, defended their home turf with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over rival Lake-Lehman.

Tunkhannock shook off early adversity and rolled to a 42–6 road win over Greater Nanticoke Area on Friday night, opening Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2 play with a statement.

All the scores and highlights from week 4 in District 2 Football.

Scranton left no doubt in this year’s Bell Game, storming past West Scranton 51-6 for a seventh straight rivalry win. Behind Brody Coyle’s dual-threat performance and a ground game that racked up over 220 yards, the Knights kept the Bell shining bright on their sideline.

Back under the lights after an ACL injury in last year’s playoffs, Will McPartland delivered an unforgettable return, accounting for seven total touchdowns as Scranton Prep erased a huge deficit to edge Delaware Valley 49-44.

Abington Heights used a dominant rushing attack and a 21-point second quarter to defeat Valley View 45–7 on Friday night in Clarks Summit. Jayden Anglin rushed for 155 yards and two scores, Nick Bradley accounted for three touchdowns, and kicker Jack Hartshorn went 6-for-6 on extra points and added a 28-yard field goal. Tristan Smith scored the Cougars’ lone touchdown in the third quarter, followed by a Braden Loff extra point. Halftime was delayed after Valley View was locked out of its locker room, leading to a late finish.

Under the glow of the Friday night lights and a crisp September breeze hinting at fall, the Saucon Valley Panthers hosted powerhouse Notre Dame Green Pond in a highly anticipated matchup. But what began as a promising night on home turf for the Panthers quickly turned into a statement win for the Crusaders, who rolled to a commanding 55-13 victory.

Dallas, PA – September 13, 2025 — There’s a new energy surrounding Misericordia football, and it was on full display Saturday afternoon at Mangelsdorf Field as the Cougars knocked off Albright, 42–21, to even their record at 1–1 and open MAC play with a statement victory.

WILKES-BARRE — Sometimes a season turns on a single play. For Dallas, that play came with four seconds left on a Friday night in September.

The lights were bright, the fireworks loud, but the biggest celebration came from the Holy Redeemer sideline. Brady McDermott’s four-touchdown night ended a 24-game drought as the Royals rallied past Susquehanna, 27-20, to spoil the Sabers’ annual night game and set a new tone for the season.

Carbondale’s annual “Salute to Service” game is more than football. Head coach Jeff Arthur and the Chargers honored veterans, first responders, and military families with a special Thursday night dinner that unveiled new jerseys and celebrated the deep ties between service and community.