Pocono Mountain West Panthers

ALLENTOWN — In a dramatic showdown at the PPL Center, Northampton edged Pocono Mountain West 55-54 in overtime to claim the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference (EPC) Championship on Tuesday night.

In a tightly contested battle, Pocono Mountain West secured a dramatic 55-52 overtime victory over Whitehall in the semifinals of the EPC playoffs, thanks to clutch free throws from KJ Koles and a game-saving defensive play by Jonathan Mateo at the end of regulation. With the win, Pocono Mountain West advances to the EPC championship game, where they will face Northampton on Thursday.

The District 11 Boys Big School Basketball landscape has seen some significant shifts in the latest rankings, with several teams jockeying for position as we head deeper into the season. After a thrilling stretch of games, here's a breakdown of the most recent updates in the rankings, highlighting key movements and staying power across the region.

The Pocono Mountain West Panthers claimed “King of the Mountain” in a thrilling 68-58 victory over the East Cardinals, fueled by KJ Coles 19 points, Adrian Britos 22-point performance, and a strong defensive effort in the fourth quarter.