Six games. Four championship matchups. A trip to the next round on the line. Fresh off an 11-1 opening playoff round, Nate Johns breaks down the District 2 title games, subregional championships and 4A semifinals. See who he’s picking to keep their season alive.
Penn State defeated Washington 28-25 in college football, holding off a second-half rally to improve to 5-4 overall this season.
Hazle Township 26, GWA 7: Jr Cougars claim the VFC Rookies Super Bowl
Bloomsburg High School junior Jharee Moore-Stewart has spent the past decade developing his skills, competing at a high level, and learning valuable life lessons through football. As a wide receiver and free safety, he brings his passion for the game to both sides of the field while setting his sights on playing college football after graduation.
Mountain Top Jr Comets 21, GWA Warriors 13: The Jr Comets claim their third straight Super Bowl title behind two Carter Crivellaro TDs and a late Henry Arcangeli to Maddox Centak score.
The former Bluejays standout has become the nation’s leading scorer at Oklahoma, carrying the lessons of her Pennsylvania roots into a standout collegiate career. For Kayla Keefer, soccer has always been more than a game. It has been a constant in her life since she was about 6 years old, a source of competition and community, and now, a path toward a future she hopes will include playing professionally.
Penn State football held off a late Washington comeback, winning 28-25 in Seattle behind two Rocco Becht touchdown passes.
A sophomore quarterback making the most of his opportunity. A junior receiver making a remarkable return to football. Together, Colin Dempsey and Cash Roe have become one of District 2’s most productive combinations, helping No. 6 Valley View knock off No. 3 Honesdale and keep its postseason run alive.
North Pocono continued to make its presence felt on the football field, putting together a dominant performance against Carbondale, earning a convincing 42-7 victory. After an opening drive that saw the Chargers move the ball but ultimately come up empty, the Trojans settled in and took control on both sides of the football.
Valley View football beat Honesdale 42-21 as Cash Roe caught three touchdown passes from Colin Dempsey on Friday night.
Thrust into the quarterback role after injuries reshaped Lakeland’s season, senior Chase Rosenkrans delivered his biggest performance when it mattered most. Five touchdowns, two interceptions on defense and a 36-13 semifinal victory over Riverside have the resilient Chiefs headed for a Class 2A championship showdown with undefeated Dunmore.
From overcoming injury to qualifying for the PIAA State Cross Country Championships, sophomore Alexa Prushinski has proven that determination has no finish line. And just when one historic opportunity arrives, another championship challenge awaits.
The Warriors captured the District 2 Class A championship Wednesday evening with a 2-0 victory over Lake-Lehman at Wilkes-Barre Area High School, using two third-quarter goals and a dominant defensive performance to secure their second district title in three seasons.
After years of dedication, perseverance, and overcoming adversity, Ben earns his place among Pennsylvania\'s best and becomes the first boys cross country state qualifier in Wilkes-Barre Area High School history since the merger.
After snapping a four-game losing streak against Purdue, Penn State heads to Washington looking to build on its improved rushing attack. Saturday’s matchup gives the Nittany Lions a chance to turn a much-needed win into lasting momentum.