Hanover Area Hawkeyes

Hanover Area exploded for 393 total yards and three interceptions while Dewayne Downey and Deacon Eisenbach each scored twice, powering the Hawkeyes to a 47-0 win over Holy Cross. The Hawkeyes host Old Forge in Week 4, while the Crusaders travel to Carbondale.

On a night rich with history and high school football tradition, Marion Catholic spoiled the celebration with a commanding 42-24 victory over Hanover Area in the season opener, played at the oldest active football stadium in the region—celebrating its 101st year under the lights.

The District 2 preseason coaches’ poll has arrived, and the message is clear: this isn’t one person’s opinion, it’s the collective voice of coaches across the region weighing in on who’s ready to bring the heat. Delaware Valley leads the Big School rankings, while Scranton Prep tops the Small Schools, both programs seen as steady systems built for long runs. Backed by the insight of those who know the game best, these rankings act like a finely tuned HVAC unit balanced, efficient, and powerful. Thanks to sponsor Kleinbauer Mechanical, family owned and operated, for reminding us that whether it’s football or HVAC, reliability and honest work always rise to the top.

Wyoming Seminary exploded for six runs in the fifth inning to pull away from Hanover Area and secure a 9-2 win on Monday afternoon.

“Limits exist only in the mind.” For Matt Marcinek, these aren’t just words—they’re a way of life. Born with cerebral palsy, Matt could’ve let the world define him by his condition. Instead, he forged a path no one saw coming. Through sweat, science, and sheer will, he became a respected grappling coach, a mental performance expert, and the founder of No Limits Grappling Academy—Scranton’s powerhouse of No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu. His journey isn’t just about martial arts. It’s about refusing to be boxed in. About transforming pain into purpose. About proving that greatness isn’t reserved for the lucky or the able-bodied—it’s earned by those who keep showing up, even when it’s hard. In every class he teaches, every student he guides, and every story of struggle he helps rewrite, Matt’s message rings loud and clear: You are not your limitations. You are your mindset.

A tight battle through two quarters turned into a dominant second-half performance for Hazleton, fueled by Luis Guzmans 23-point showing and a barrage of seven three-pointers for the team. The Cougars 18-8 third-quarter surge proved decisive as they pulled away for a 60-41 victory, advancing in the PIAA 6A state tournament.

Tunkhannock, PA — In a dramatic Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2 matchup on Thursday night, the Tunkhannock Tigers staged a thrilling comeback to defeat the Hanover Area Hawkeyes 43-40 in overtime.

Hanover Area held off Wyoming Seminary 39-38 in a low-scoring, defensive battle. Noah Dewey led the Hawkeyes with 14 points, and critical free throws in the final quarter sealed the win. Wyoming Seminary’s Antek Evan led all scorers with 24 points in a hard-fought effort.

Wyoming Seminary dominated from start to finish in a 55-16 victory over Hanover Area on Friday night. Sophomore Ella Stambaugh led the Blue Knights with 20 points, while Clare Griffin added 12 in a balanced offensive effort. Wyoming Seminary’s defense was equally impressive, holding Hanover Area scoreless in the fourth quarter and limiting their opponents to just 16 total points. The win boosts the Blue Knights’ momentum as they prepare for upcoming matchups against Tunkhannock and Holy Redeemer.

The game was highlighted by an outstanding performance from Jozshua Miner, who led the way with 28 points.