Abington Heights Comets

Six innings. Three hits. One championship. Behind a dominant outing from Evan Ross, a clutch RBI double from Max Shursky, and a game-winning run in the sixth, Abington Little League Blue edged Moosic, 3-2, Saturday afternoon at the Ackerly Fairgrounds to capture the 2026 District 17 Majors Championship. The victory sends Abington to next week’s Section 5 Tournament as the Abington Little League All-Stars begin their quest to return to the Pennsylvania Little League State Tournament after last summer’s memorable run.

Two of District 2’s top lacrosse standouts are taking home one of the sport’s highest individual honors. Abington Heights’ Allie Rothenberger became a two-time USA Lacrosse All-American, while Crestwood’s Gia Caporuscio earned the prestigious recognition for the first time after a dominant junior campaign. Read more about their remarkable seasons and what’s next for both standout athletes.

From Player and Pitcher of the Year honors to a long list of First and Second Team selections, District 2’s best left their mark across Pennsylvania in 2026. State champions, state finalists, record breakers, and rising stars are all represented as the Pennsylvania Softball High School Coaches Association recognizes the Commonwealth’s elite. See which local standouts earned All-State recognition and relive the incredible seasons that put them among Pennsylvania’s best.

From future SEC stars to hometown heroes who powered unforgettable championship runs, District 2 made its presence felt across Pennsylvania. A total of 21 local players earned 2026 PSBCA All-State recognition, highlighting the incredible talent throughout the region. See which athletes landed First Team and Second Team honors, relive their standout seasons, and celebrate the players who proved they’re among the Commonwealth’s best right here!

Abington Little League put together another complete performance Tuesday night at Dunmore Little League, using a nine-run first two innings and a dominant effort on the mound to defeat North Pocono 10-0 in four innings during District 17 Minors pool play.

Abington Little League Blue wasted no time making a statement in District 17 Majors pool play, erupting for eight first-inning runs before cruising to an 11-0 victory over North East Connell at North Scranton Little League. Jaxon Hizny and Max Shursky combined on a five-inning no-hitter, while Evan Ross powered the offense with a two-run shot out of the park.

August Nealon collected three hits, Joseph Tomcykoski struck out eight, and North Pocono Dandy Lion used a six-run third inning to defeat Abington Little League 11-8 Thursday night at Aston Field in Spring Brook Township during District 17 11-Year-Old All-Star pool play.

One day after graduating from Abington Heights, Pennsylvania’s 2025 Gatorade Player of the Year found himself back on the same fields where his baseball journey began. Before heading to Auburn later this summer, Nick Bradley returned to Abington Little League to give back to the community that helped shape him and inspire the next generation of dreamers.

Twenty consecutive victories, a District 2 championship, and a trip to Penn State’s Beard Field highlighted a remarkable season for the Abington Heights Lady Comets. But on Thursday afternoon, a red-hot Shaler Area squad proved too much to overcome, ending the Comets’ championship run with a 10-0 victory in the PIAA Class 5A State Final.

A five-run second inning proved to be all Abington Heights needed Monday afternoon at Patriots Park. Eva Kane launched an inside the park grand slam and Adrianna Condrad delivered another masterclass in the circle as the Lady Comets blanked Upper Dublin, 7-0, to punch their ticket to the PIAA Class 5A Championship Game.

Twin Valley used an early offensive surge and never allowed the Lady Comets to fully settle in, defeating Abington Heights, 17–8, in the opening round of the PIAA Class 2A girls lacrosse playoffs

A year after North Pocono celebrated district gold, Abington Heights returned to the University of Scranton determined to flip the script. Behind a dominant performance from Adrianna Condrad and a four-RBI afternoon from Evelyn Henkels, the Lady Comets delivered when it mattered most to capture the District 2 Class 5A championship.

Last season’s District 2 championship matchup became this year’s semifinal rematch and once again, Pittston Area found a way. After briefly surrendering the lead in the middle innings, the Patriots responded with clutch swings, steady pitching from Elijah Barr, and a balanced offensive attack to pull away from Abington Heights, 6-2, and move one step closer to another district crown.

Scranton Prep edged Abington Heights 15-14 for the 2A District championship. Mackey Lynett (6 goals) and Brahman Pallia (3 goals, 4 assists) led their teams.

Down near the tracks edge, the noise from the infield was constant. There was no rail to separate the action, just the boundary line where passionate coaches stood screaming out split times, urging their athletes to find another gear. But the real story of the day unfolded right at the finish line. Frame after frame on my camera screen captured the absolute truth of the afternoon: competitors wearing completely different school colors running stride-for-stride, actively pulling each other along. You could see these athletes completely emptying the tank to cross the tape, some throwing their heads back in pure exhaustion, others letting out bursts of joy, and many collapsing into the arms of teammates or rivals alike. Looking at those frozen expressions, there was no doubt about it: every single competitor left a piece of themselves on that track.