LEHMAN, PA — The Dallas Mountaineers continued their impressive 2026 campaign Friday night, delivering another statement performance with a convincing 49–7 victory over Back Mountain rival Lake-Lehman. In one of the area’s most anticipated rivalry games, Dallas showcased its explosive offense, relentless defense, and championship-caliber execution to improve to 7–0 while capturing the Old Shoe for the fifth consecutive year.

Chase Sukanick piled up 142 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns as Sportzwire\'s No. 1 District 11 small school Northwestern Lehigh remained unbeaten with a 35-17 road victory over No. 10 big school Lehighton. The Tigers combined for 272 rushing yards to improve to 7-0.

Wyoming Area continued its impressive midseason surge Friday night, overwhelming Tunkhannock with an explosive offensive performance in a 55–14 victory. The Warriors wasted little time establishing control, scoring 28 first-quarter points and building a commanding 48–6 halftime advantage.

In a battle between two of District 2’s champions, the North Pocono Trojans and Scranton Prep Cavaliers delivered a game to remember Friday night. After four quarters of hard-fought football and three overtime periods, Scranton Prep escaped with a dramatic 37-36 victory over North Pocono, handing the Trojans their first loss of the season.

Sportzwire travels from Pennsylvania to Aledo for a Friday-night football showdown defined by big plays, school spirit and a second-half surge. ALEDO, Texas — Under a brilliant orange Texas sunset, the Aledo Bearcats delivered a commanding performance Friday night, overcoming an early deficit to defeat the visiting Bowie Volunteers, 45–7, in a District 3 conference matchup.

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After going two straight games without scoring, Abington Heights found its offense Thursday night. Jayden Anglin rushed for 155 yards and two touchdowns as the Comets knocked off Wallenpaupack, 21-7, in a much-needed victory.

Nanticoke girls soccer beat Western Wayne 2-1 behind second-half goals from Elizabeth Larson and Claire Wisnosky.

When it comes to Mount Carmel Area senior Jaylen Delaney, limiting him to one sport—or even one position—is nearly impossible. Delaney is a three-sport athlete for the Red Tornadoes, competing in football, basketball and baseball. On the football field, where he has become one of Mount Carmel’s key playmakers, he has lined up at receiver, running back, cornerback, safety and now quarterback.

Wilkes-Barre boys soccer beat Wyoming Valley West 2-1 in Kingston as Leandro Espinoza scored the winner in the second half.

DALLAS, Pa. — Keira McCaffrey is making her presence felt at the net this season, with the Misericordia standout earning national recognition as one of the top blockers in NCAA Division III volleyball.

October football is here, and so is the urgency. With four weeks remaining before the postseason, Nate Johns comes off a 14-3 week and puts his 87-28 season record on the line with 17 picks across District 2.

Wyoming Valley West continued to make its case as one of the Wyoming Valley Conference’s most dangerous field hockey teams, earning a 3-1 victory over Lackawanna Trail behind a huge performance from Ava Mullery.

COVINGTON TWP. — North Pocono took care of business on its home court Monday night, sweeping Dunmore 3-0 in a Lackawanna Division I girls volleyball matchup highlighted by the Lady Trojans’ annual Dig Cancer Pink Game.

Holy Redeemer quarterback Brady McDermott added 270 yards and four touchdowns to an already impressive season Saturday night. With McDermott among District 2’s top passing performers and Josh Grochowski leading the district’s receivers, the Royals have developed one of the area’s most productive connections.