Scranton Prep Cavaliers

The rosters for the 91st Annual Dream Game have been released, featuring standout senior athletes from across the region. Representing the City team under head coach Jake Manetti (West Scranton) are top talents like Treyvon Dickey (Scranton Prep), Gabe Franek (Dunmore), and Drew Kiesendahl (Wallenpaupack). On the County side, head coach Mike Schuback (Old Forge) leads a loaded roster highlighted by Zach Cwalinski (Valley View), Richie Kostoff (Riverside), and Mason Avery (Honesdale). The game is scheduled for July 23 at John Henzes Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Doug Pua delivered at the plate and Lorenzo Hernandez dominated on the mound as Mid Valley knocked off Scranton Prep 4-1 to punch their ticket to the District II AAAA final.

Crestwood claimed the District Championship in boys lacrosse on Wednesday with an impressive 12-6 victory over Scranton Prep on Prep’s home field.

A seven-run first inning and dominant pitching from Taylor Cawley lifted Valley View past Scranton Prep in a 13-0 shutout to open the playoffs.

With the top spot in District 2 on the line, Delaware Valley and Scranton Prep went toe-to-toe in a battle of 14-1 powerhouses. But when the dust settled, it was the Warriors who stole the spotlight—exploding for six unanswered goals in the fourth quarter to silence the home crowd and claim a dominant 12-5 victory. Fueled by grit, momentum, and a whole lot of fire, DV proved why they're a force to be reckoned with.

Senior attacker Brady Holmes stole the spotlight with an explosive eight-goal outing, powering the Scranton Prep Cavaliers past the Dallas Mountaineers in a dominant 20–8 win. With strong support from Mackie Lynott, Grady Toolan, and Braden McPartland, the Cavaliers showcased their offensive depth and gear up for a Friday night clash vs. Abington Heights.

Scranton Prep delivered one of the biggest upsets of the week, rallying in the bottom of the sixth to knock off No. 3-ranked Wallenpaupack 5-2 on Tuesday afternoon. Despite being unranked and trailing for much of the game, the Classics used a clutch sixth-inning surge and strong relief pitching to take down the heavily favored Buckhorns.

Allentown Central Catholic rode a nine-goal effort and a milestone moment from James McCarthy to a 16-11 win over Scranton Prep, as the midfielder celebrated his 100th career goal in Saturday’s nonleague showdown between District 2 & 11 heavyweights.

“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.

In a high-scoring softball showdown on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Delaware Valley High School staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Scranton Prep 11-9. The Warriors, driven by clutch hitting and resilient pitching, erased an early deficit to secure the win.

Scranton’s own Rachael Rose is officially on the move. The 5’7” point guard enters the portal after a dominant run at Wofford, where she averaged 22.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 5.4 assists last season. With elite performances against Power 4 programs and a 40% clip from deep, Rose has quickly become one of the most coveted mid-major transfers in the country.

It was a dominant weekend for several local lacrosse programs, with Scranton Prep, Crestwood, and Abington Heights all turning in impressive performances. The Cavaliers overwhelmed North Pocono with a 15-1 victory, Crestwood’s girls edged Delaware Valley in a tight 10-8 battle, and Abington Heights rolled past Wyoming Area 16-2, showcasing firepower and depth across the board.

After a successful coaching career spanning high school and college basketball, Andrew Kettel has announced his resignation as head coach of Keystone College to focus on his family. Known for leading Scranton Prep to multiple championships and making Keystone a competitive program, Kettels influence extends far beyond the court. He has been a key figure in NEPA basketball, advocating for local athletes and spearheading the Coaches vs. Cancer initiative, which has raised over $3 million for cancer research. Though stepping away from coaching, his legacy in the region remains undeniable.

Scranton Prep’s season came to a tough end Saturday night as the Classics fell to Neumann-Goretti, 59-48, in the PIAA Class 4A quarterfinals. Despite trailing by just one point entering the fourth quarter, Prep couldn’t hold off a 10-0 run by the Saints, who pulled away late to secure the win.

Berks Catholic executed their defensive plan to perfection, limiting Packy Doherty and Brycen Martin and holding off Scranton Prep 51-47 in the PIAA 4A second round. Brody Martin (15 points), Packy Doherty (14), and Brycen Martin (11) paced Prep, but Zach Suski and Kingston McKoy (16 each) along with Bryce Gumby (12) led the Saints to victory.