Dallas Mountaineers

Now at the collegiate level, Brady is pursuing a degree in finance while continuing to chase his goals on the football field. His top priorities are earning a starting quarterback role and developing into the best version of himself both as a player and a person.

Hunter Pitcavage, a rising junior at Dallas High School, is proving to be one of the most versatile and dedicated athletes in the region. A standout in football, wrestling, and track and field, Pitcavage has been grinding through a rigorous year-round training regimen that’s paying off—especially in the javelin.

The Hazleton Area Lady Cougars delivered a defensive masterclass on Tuesday, overpowering Scranton Prep with a 31-22 victory. The Lady Cougars’ relentless pressure and interior dominance ensured they controlled the game from start to finish.

Despite these setbacks, Nick remains determined. With a new coaching staff coming in, he plans to return next season with renewed focus, ready to work hard, earn his spot, and be a key contributor. His ultimate goal is to help lead Keystone to a conference championship.

However, Molly’s journey hasn’t been without challenges. Heading into her junior year, she suffered a devastating torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus during AAU play.

One of the biggest influences in Kira’s journey has been Matt Flanagan, who has worked with her since eighth grade. His guidance, support, and shared work ethic have played a pivotal role in helping Kira elevate her game both mentally and physically. She speaks highly of their relationship and attributes much of her development to the foundation they built together.

But Nick’s success isn’t just about accolades; it’s deeply rooted in the people who have shaped him. He often praises his sixth-grade basketball coach for molding him into the player and leader he is today. “That coach instilled in me the values of leadership and perseverance,” Nick says, reflecting on the early mentorship that continues to guide him.

Molly Walsh, one of the top basketball players in District 2, has officially been cleared to return to play after missing her junior season due to a torn ACL.

Madison Hedglin’s journey into running began in the 7th grade, when she first stepped onto the cross country course and track.

With bases loaded and the pressure mounting, Coach Mia shouted from third, “There is no one better here.” Emily Moyles didn’t flinch — she launched the next pitch deep to center for a grand slam that sent Valley View surging into the title game.

Entering their district playoff semifinal game against Dallas, the Pittston Area Patriots had a record of 20-0. They kept their perfect season alive in dominating fashion, scoring a 16-6 win over their division rival Dallas Mountaineers. The win sends the Patriots to their third straight PIAA District Two Class AAAAA championship game.

Dallas used a mix of early offense and late power to earn a 7-2 win over Wallenpaupack on Tuesday.

Carolyn Comitz was unstoppable, driving in six runs including a three-run homer that marked her 100th career hit, while Nina Barrouk fired a one-hit shutout with 10 strikeouts as Dallas blanked Berwick 10-0.

One hour after taking down Wyoming Valley West 9-8 in a continued game from their own senior night, the Dallas Mountaineers beat the Lake-Lehman Black Knights 11-3 on their senior night. The Mountaineers played a complete game on both sides of the ball, led by junior pitcher Dominick Zangardi and senior outfielder Kaden Coyne.

The Tunkhannock Tigers softball team took down their conference rivals, the Dallas Mountaineers, 6-2 on May 8. This was the second meeting this season between the two schools, with Dallas winning the first matchup 6-5 back on April 17. The win marked the ninth straight for the Tigers as they improved to 16-1 on the season.