North Pocono Trojans

When the lights were the brightest, Maggie Coleman delivered a performance for the ages. The Abington Heights senior put on a shooting clinic, pouring in 40 points and sinking an unbelievable 12 three-pointers to lead the Comets to a convincing 63-30 playoff victory over North Pocono on Wednesday night.

**Excerpt:** The Valley View Cougars delivered a commanding performance on Boys Basketball Youth Night, cruising to a 69-41 victory over North Pocono. From the opening tip, the Cougars set the tone with a 23-6 first-quarter surge, led by Beyon McLean’s game-high 23 points. Senior Noah Veno added 19 points, including four three-pointers, while Nick Kucharski contributed 13 points in a balanced offensive effort. Defensively, Valley View stifled North Pocono, holding them to just three three-pointers and forcing tough shots throughout the game. With the win, the Cougars improved to 14-3, solidifying their momentum as they eye a strong postseason run.

Lady Knights Edge Out North Pocono in a Thriller, 55-51 Maggie O’Shea led the way with 17 points, including 12 in the first half, as Scranton held off North Pocono for a 55-51 victory at Scranton High School. The Lady Knights built a 30-19 halftime lead, but North Pocono stormed back, narrowing the deficit to three points in the final minute. Scranton sealed the win with a late free throw, completing a season sweep over the Lady Trojans. Balanced scoring proved crucial for Scranton, with contributions from Jaelyn Akers (9 points), Chrissy Jacklinski (8 points), and Catherine Hill (6 points). North Pocono’s offense was paced by Julia Biko’s 12 points and Anna Clementoni’s 11. Despite a valiant comeback effort, the Lady Trojans fell short, dropping to 8-7 on the season. Scranton (10-5) now looks ahead to a matchup with Scranton Prep on January 27.

COVINGTON TOWNSHIP – The Scranton Prep Cavaliers secured a commanding 76-45 victory over North Pocono in a Lackawanna Division I basketball matchup on Monday, January 6, 2025.

“Valley View Stays Unbeaten” Cora Castellani scored 17 points to lead Valley View to a 47-29 victory over North Pocono. The Cougars’ defense shined, holding North Pocono to single-digit scoring in three quarters. With a 10-0 record, Valley View remains the team to beat.

District 2 Final Rankings Set the Stage for Playoff Showdowns The final regular-season rankings Powered by Coach Howanitz for District 2 Big School and small school teams have been released by SportzWire, with Valley View securing the top spot after an impressive season. Dallas and Delaware Valley closely followed at #2 and #3, respectively, each proving their strength and consistency. With the rankings now finalized, these teams turn their focus to the playoffs, where they’ll have the chance to prove their dominance on the field.

Wallenpaupack Triumphs in Boys AAA Team Competition at PIAA District 2 XC Championships

SportzWire District 2 Week 10 Big School Top 10: Powered by Coach Howanitz The results from Week 9 had a significant impact on the rankings, with many teams shifting positions based on their performances. Let’s break down the changes and analyze the key matchups that influenced this week’s standings. 1. Valley View (Previously: 1) Result: Valley View 35, Wyoming Valley West 10 Valley View retains the top spot after a commanding win over Wyoming Valley West. Their defense was suffocating, allowing only 10 points to an opponent yet to win a game. With an 8-1 record, Valley View continues to assert its dominance over District 2.

Valley View Dominates North Pocono in 4-0 Victory Valley View’s girls’ soccer team continued their strong season with a commanding 4-0 win over North Pocono in a Lackawanna League Division I matchup. Callie Gillen led the charge with two goals, propelling the Cougars to a crucial victory. The scoring began in the first half when Callie Gillen found the back of the net twice in quick succession. Her first goal came off an assist from her sister, Sophia Gillen, at 24:27. Less than a minute later, she doubled the lead, scoring again with an assist from Smith at 25:07.

Tyler Bianchi’s Overtime Goal Lifts Scranton Prep Past North Pocono, 2-1. Tyler Bianchi delivered a clutch overtime goal to propel Scranton Prep to a 2-1 victory over North Pocono in a thrilling Lackawanna League Division I boys soccer matchup on Monday.

SportzWire Big School Top 10: Week 9 Update Powered by Coach Howanitz. As we head into Week 9, the battle for dominance in District 2 football is intensifying, with some teams rising and others slipping as the playoff picture begins to take shape. Here’s a breakdown of how the SportzWire Big School Top 10 has shifted following last week’s action, with results that shook up the middle of the rankings and saw new faces enter the fray. No Change at the Top At the very top, Valley View continues to assert itself as the #1 team in the district, holding off a tough challenge from Delaware Valley, winning 35-25 to improve to 7-1. The Cougars, powered by their consistent defense and big plays, remain the team to beat. Dallas stays strong at #2 after a commanding 37-14 victory over Crestwood, bringing their record to 5-3. The Mountaineers are proving that they can contend with the top teams, and they remain right on Valley View’s heels.

Game Day Preview: Valley View Cougars vs. North Pocono Trojans

Week 6 Big School Rankings Shake-Up: Valley View Takes Top Spot (Powered By Coach Howanitz)