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District 2 Football: Week One Predictions

District 2 Football: Week One Predictions

August 20, 2025 Nate Johns

The high school football season kicks off in Pennsylvania on Friday, August 22 and District Two schools will take part in 22 total games over the weekend. To commemorate the beginning of a new season, this is the debut of weekly predictions for every District Two game this season. Here are my picks for every game in week one.

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Introducing SportzWire’s 'Wired' Athlete of the Week

Introducing SportzWire’s 'Wired' Athlete of the Week

August 19, 2025 Justin Bradley

You asked for it, now we’re delivering! SportzWire is flipping the switch on our newest feature: Wired Athlete of the Week, powered by Envy Electrical. Each week, we’ll spotlight the athletes who light up the scoreboard, charge up their teams, and bring the kind of energy that sparks success on and off the field. From youth leagues to varsity, no stage is too small for this electrifying honor. Nominations are open now to shine on the areas BIGGEST stage!

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Falcons Land at No 12 as Final JUCO Season Kicks Off

Falcons Land at No 12 as Final JUCO Season Kicks Off

August 18, 2025 Justin Bradley

The Falcons open their final NJCAA season ranked No. 12 in the nation, with a loaded schedule and a new wave of playmakers ready to carry the torch. The journey begins September 6 at Scranton Memorial Stadium.

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Sofia Riddle: Wyoming Area’s Rising Star Blazing a Trail in Track, Academics, and Leadership

Sofia Riddle: Wyoming Area’s Rising Star Blazing a Trail in Track, Academics, and Leadership

August 17, 2025 Carrie Miner Yaple

Track is Her True Passion Though Sofia is involved in multiple sports, track has captured her heart. “Track is not all about placing and winning medals,” she explains. “It is about dedication, pushing my limits, competing, and most of all having fun and trying to beat my own times.” Her passion for the sport emerged during her 7th-grade year, when she made the difficult choice to step away from soccer — a sport she had played all her life — to focus on running.

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Countdown to Kickoff: District 2 Gears Up with Final Scrimmages

Countdown to Kickoff: District 2 Gears Up with Final Scrimmages

August 15, 2025 Justin Bradley

One week. That’s all that separates District 2 football fans from the roar of the crowd and the glow of Friday night lights. But before the real battles begin, every program in the region has one last test — a Saturday slate of scrimmages loaded with rivalries, road trips, and state-level challenges. From West Pittston to Montrose, it’s the final tune-up before the 2025 season kicks off, and the energy is already buzzing across Northeast Pennsylvania.

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From Setbacks to Slam Dunks: How Hunter Rhodes is Changing the Game for Players Worldwide

From Setbacks to Slam Dunks: How Hunter Rhodes is Changing the Game for Players Worldwide

August 15, 2025 Justin Bradley

Closing in on 200,000 followers after rebuilding from scratch, Hunter Rhodes is proving that setbacks don’t define you — your response does. Tap in to learn more about his relentless drive toward becoming an NBA skills trainer and how he’s created a dual meaning behind the phrase “Handle Life.”

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Breaking Barriers, Building Legacy: Coach Morrison’s Red Rose Thunder Vision for Basketball and Beyond

Breaking Barriers, Building Legacy: Coach Morrison’s Red Rose Thunder Vision for Basketball and Beyond

August 14, 2025 Marc Emile

But for Coach Morrison, it\'s about more than just talent. This year, the Thunder are proudly partnering with the Humaneight Foundation, an organization that designs clothing for neurodivergent individuals while conducting vital research to help create inclusive opportunities. This isn’t just another sponsorship, it’s a personal cause. The GM, her son Lucas, who has Aspergers, is making history as the youngest general manager in TBT history. For him and for Coach Morrison this partnership represents something bigger than basketball. “This is a dream partnership,” she says. “Winning is temporary. Changing the game is forever.”

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Honesdale Football Honors Samson Fluck with Annual #20 Jersey Presentation

Honesdale Football Honors Samson Fluck with Annual #20 Jersey Presentation

August 8, 2025 Brad Loff

Each season, Honesdale Football will honor the legacy of Samson Fluck by awarding jersey #20 to a player who exemplifies his unmatched work ethic, selflessness, and love for the game. In an emotional presentation surrounded by family and friends, Samson’s best friend Kobe White (#7) stood alongside Samson’s mother, Bethany Fine, and his younger brother, Cam, as the tradition was officially introduced—ensuring Samson’s spirit will live on through every snap, every season.

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West Scranton Jr Invaders Begin Season with an Emotional Tribute to Coach Tommy Selemba

West Scranton Jr Invaders Begin Season with an Emotional Tribute to Coach Tommy Selemba

August 8, 2025 Justin Bradley

He built more than a football program—he built a family. On a warm summer night in West Side, the glow of the Jr. Invaders’ annual bonfire wasn’t just from the flames—it was from the love, laughter, and memories shared for the man who gave his heart to this community. From Pearl Jam sing-alongs to a plaque that will stand for generations, the season kickoff was a moving tribute to Coach Tommy Selemba. Read how West Scranton came together to honor their champion.

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Whistles, Wisdom, and a New Wave: Referee Training Day Kicks Off Youth Football Season in NEPA

Whistles, Wisdom, and a New Wave: Referee Training Day Kicks Off Youth Football Season in NEPA

August 6, 2025 Justin Bradley

The season hasn’t even kicked off, but the action is already heating up at John Henzes Memorial Stadium. As the Valley View Jr Cougars and Dunmore Jr Bucks took the field, all eyes were on a different kind of roster — a new wave of referees learning the ropes. With officiating shortages making headlines across the country, Sunday’s ACCJFL Referee Training delivered something rare: packed stands, live reps, and a buzz of excitement from people stepping up to keep the game alive.

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New York Jets offensive linemen take on long range in Carbondale, PA

New York Jets offensive linemen take on long range in Carbondale, PA

August 6, 2025 Baylee Burkhardt

What happens when the New York Jets’ offensive line trades helmets for hunting gear in the hills of Carbondale, PA? From a 1,776-yard rifle range to a wild buffalo hunt, this isn’t your typical offseason workout. But for Joe Tippmann and his teammates, it’s about more than just pulling the trigger—it’s about honoring those who’ve served. A powerful connection between pro athletes and American Heroes is being built right here in NEPA. Read the full story on their unforgettable day at Camp Freedom and how a rookie’s cleats started it all.

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Meet Coach CB: The 6-Year-Old Coach Who’s Captivating the Sports World

Meet Coach CB: The 6-Year-Old Coach Who’s Captivating the Sports World

August 4, 2025 Justin Bradley

At just six years old, Coach Christopher Bess—better known as Coach CB—is already a viral sensation and one of the youngest, most passionate voices in youth sports. From locker room speeches that fire up entire teams to dropping basketball wisdom on national TV, Coach CB is showing the world that leadership has no age limit. In this week’s episode of The Game Time Athletics Podcast, powered by SportzWire, the rising star shares his journey, his coaching mindset, and some unforgettable stories that will leave you laughing—and inspired.

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Mia Hopkins Returns to Pittston to Inspire the Next Generation

Mia Hopkins Returns to Pittston to Inspire the Next Generation

August 4, 2025 Matt Flanagan

Pittston, PA – Pittston native and internationally known pro athlete Mia Hopkins is coming back home this August to lead two powerful basketball experiences designed to uplift, challenge, and empower young athletes in the area.

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Four Student-Athletes Earn 2025 FAME Scholarship for Dedication and Excellence

Four Student-Athletes Earn 2025 FAME Scholarship for Dedication and Excellence

August 2, 2025 Matt Flanagan

The 2025 FAME Scholarship recipients—Lauren Kane, Jimmy Gryskewicz, Ella Wilson, and Sarah Williams—embody everything the award stands for: relentless effort, consistent character, and a commitment to personal growth both on and off the field.

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The Road to Williamsport: 2025 Little League World Series Set to Begin

The Road to Williamsport: 2025 Little League World Series Set to Begin

July 31, 2025 Justin Bradley

Baseball’s biggest youth stage returns to Williamsport as the 2025 Little League World Series kicks off August 13. With Lamade Stadium set to host teams from across the globe, fans can expect thrilling games, timeless traditions, and the kind of summer nostalgia only the LLWS can deliver.

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