Pittston Area Patriots

PITTSTON TWP. — A dominant second quarter propelled No. 2 seed Pittston Area past Berwick, 53-31, in the district quarterfinals on Wednesday night. The Patriots, who held just a one-point lead after the first quarter, erupted for 23 points in the second to create a comfortable cushion that Berwick never recovered from.

Dallas, PA – The Dallas Mountaineers secured a commanding 68-50 victory over the Pittston Area Patriots on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, showcasing a dominant performance from beyond the arc. Dallas connected on 15 three-pointers, overwhelming Pittston Area’s defense and solidifying their place as one of the region’s top teams.

PITTSTON, PA — In a closely contested high school basketball game, Pittston Area narrowly defeated Wilkes-Barre Area 67–65 on Tuesday night. The game, played at Pittston Area’s home court, showcased standout performances, thrilling momentum swings, and a dramatic fourth-quarter finish.

Crestwood edged Pittston Area 34-33 in a defensive thriller on January 17, 2025. Kendall Petrosky led Crestwood with 12 points, including three three-pointers, while Jackie Gallagher hit 4-of-4 free throws to seal the win. For Pittston Area, Daniella Ranieli shined with a game-high 20 points, but the Patriots’ struggles at the line (60%) proved costly. Crestwood’s defense held Pittston Area to just 6 points in the final quarter to secure the victory.

In a thrilling battle of two top Division 1 teams, the Dallas Mountaineers emerged victorious with a 49-44 win over Pittston Area on Tuesday night, remaining undefeated in conference play. The highly competitive matchup saw high-intensity moments before Dallas secured the win late in the fourth quarter.

The Hazleton Area Cougars delivered a commanding performance on Friday night, securing a decisive 76-47 victory over the Pittston Area Patriots in high school basketball action. The game, held at Hazleton Area’s home court, saw a balanced offensive attack from the Cougars, while Pittston Area struggled to keep pace despite strong individual efforts.

In a dramatic comeback, the Pittston Area Patriots overcame a halftime deficit with a dominant second half to secure a 65-58 victory over Wyoming Valley West in a Wyoming Valley Conference (WVC) Division 1 matchup at WVW on Tuesday night.

Hazleton Shines in Dominant Victory Over Pittston Area The Hazleton Area girls basketball team delivered a commanding 78-50 win over Pittston Area, fueled by an explosive performance from Kaitlyn Bindas, who poured in 30 points, including 7 three-pointers at an impressive 58% shooting. Hazleton’s sharp shooting from beyond the arc—13 total three-pointers at 54%—proved too much for Pittston to handle. Despite a valiant effort from Daniella Ranieli, who led Pittston with 22 points and 4 three-pointers, Hazleton’s balanced offense, supported by Alexis Reimold’s 17 points and Sophia Benyo’s 12 points, secured the victory. Pittston struggled to keep up, shooting 38% from deep with 6 three-pointers and converting 61% from the free-throw line. Hazleton’s efficiency and depth made the difference in this one-sided matchup.

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

Abington Heights Secures Girls AAA Title at PIAA District 2 XC Championships The 2024 PIAA District 2 Cross Country Championships in Meshoppen, PA, were an exciting showcase of talent on October 23, 2024, at the Wyoming County Fairgrounds. The Girls AAA race was dominated by Abington Heights, who clinched the team title with a score of 32, besting strong competition from Crestwood and Hazleton Area.

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