One of the Wyoming Valley’s most historic football traditions is getting a new backdrop for its diamond anniversary. The 75th UNICO Football Classic heads to Wilkes-Barre Area this month, bringing together the region’s top WVC senior standouts for one final night under the lights.
Last year, this Mother’s Day feature became one of our most shared and talked-about reads and with the SportzWire family nearly doubling in size since then, we had to bring it back. From the team moms and sideline super-fans to the carpool queens and concession stand legends, this one’s for every sports mom who makes the memories happen. Happy Mother’s Day to the real MVPs, there’s a good chance you’ll see someone you know in this article.
Gillian Parsons\' dominant 7 goals, 1 assist, 7 ground balls, and 9 draw controls propelled Holy Redeemer to a 19-5 win over Wallenpaupack. Allie Desciak hit her 50th career goal.
Friday night baseball at PNC Field brought clean defense, timely hitting, and a playoff-style atmosphere as Valley View and West Scranton squared off under the lights. And once the Cougars grabbed momentum early, they never really let it go.
Scranton Prep crushed Trinity 16-2, led by Owen McPartland\'s 5 goals and 1 assist. Will McPartland added 4 goals in the offensive showcase.
Senior night energy and a first-inning offensive explosion made for a pretty memorable Friday evening at North Pocono. Before the crowd could even settle in, the Lady Trojans were already piling up runs on the way to a dominant 13-1 win over Delaware Valley. With seniors Olivia Charles, Amelia Bell, and Paige Dymek honored before first pitch, North Pocono delivered the kind of performance that matched the occasion.
The lineup cards are still being filled out and the season isn’t over just yet, but in Old Forge, the realization is beginning to settle in. One of the community’s own is preparing to step away from the dugout. Before the final chapter closes, Doug Noldy caught up with longtime Blue Devils head coach Tony DiMattia to reflect on a baseball journey rooted in family, pride, and the heartbeat of a small town.
Some games are competitive. Others turn into complete takeovers. Friday belonged entirely to Abington Heights, as the Comets paired explosive offense with perfection in the circle during a dominant 12-0 win over Wallenpaupack. Adrianna Conrad was untouchable from the opening pitch, firing a five-inning perfect game while striking out eight of the 15 batters she faced.
Every time Hannah Chipego steps into the circle lately, history seems to follow. Friday night added another chapter, as the Lake-Lehman ace piled up strikeouts, added another dominant outing to her résumé, and reached a career milestone that only a few ever touch. With major matchups against Athens and Dallas looming next week, the Black Knights looked more than ready.
For six innings, Crestwood looked ready to leave PNC Field with a statement win. Then Dallas flipped the entire game upside down in one explosive inning, capped by a grand slam that sent the Mountaineers dugout into a frenzy.
Holy Redeemer celebrated Senior Night with a dominant 17-1 victory over Midd West, featuring several significant individual milestones by the Holy Redeemer squad.
Western Wayne defeated Holy Cross 4-3 with a late rally, fueled by Jake Grodack\'s pivotal hit. Despite the loss, freshman Chase Rutkoski starred for Holy Cross with 2 hits and a game-tying solo home run.
Berwick Bulldogs mercy-ruled Nanticoke 12-1. Emma Welsh delivered 5 RBI, including a home run.
The Tunkhannock Varsity Tigers put together a complete performance Thursday, using timely hitting, aggressive base running , and strong pitching to earn a 15-0 win over Wyoming Valley West.
Top-10 matchup. Packed tension. Two ace pitchers trading blows. Thursday night had all the ingredients of a postseason softball game, and Holy Cross rose to the moment behind Ava Schmidt’s electric performance in the circle. In a showdown between No. 5 Mid Valley and No. 7 Holy Cross in the latest SportzWire Coaches Poll, the Crusaders leaned on big swings and dominant pitching to earn a 5-2 road win.