Valley View Cougars

Taylor Cawley was untouchable in the circle and the Cougars were unstoppable at the plate. With 13 strikeouts, 14 hits, and a roaring crowd behind them, Valley View rolled past Kennard-Dale 6-0 to claim the PIAA 4A State Championship in dominant fashion at Penn State.

With a field change, a spontaneous anthem, and a walk-off win, Valley View’s state quarterfinal was packed with heart. Abbi Call and Ashlyn Palickar delivered in the biggest moments to send the Cougars to the 4A semifinals.

SportzWire will provide live audio broadcasts of Monday’s PIAA softball semifinals, featuring Valley View vs. Northwestern Lehigh and Mid Valley vs. Pine Grove Area. Tony Sibilla of Penn Sports Radio will call the Valley View game, while Nate Johns and Paul Bo will cover Mid Valley. All four teams fall within SportzWire’s coverage area. Listen live at SportzWire.com. Tickets are available now at PIAA.org.

With the game on the line and the bases loaded, Zoie Krupovich made a sliding catch in center to halt a North Schuylkill rally and preserve the lead—earning the SportzWire Play of the Game. Add in a triple from Ashlyn Palickar and a complete game from Taylor Cawley, and Valley View was on its way to the state quarterfinals with a 6-2 win.

From the mound to the batter’s box to shortstop, Valley View found a way. Taylor Cawley’s solo homer and Kalli Karwowski’s highlight-reel play secured a 1-0 win and kept the Cougars dancing into the quarterfinals.

Two homers. Four RBIs. Five strong innings. Taylor Cawley’s dominance on both sides of the ball lifted Valley View to a 7-3 win over Tunkhannock and the District 2 4A championship.

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.

With bases loaded and the pressure mounting, Coach Mia shouted from third, “There is no one better here.” Emily Moyles didn’t flinch — she launched the next pitch deep to center for a grand slam that sent Valley View surging into the title game.

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.

Valley View’s track wasn’t just a venue for competition on Senior Night—it was a celebration of unity, friendship, and inclusion. As the Cougars hosted Wallenpaupack and Delaware Valley in a thrilling Unified tri-meet, the scoreboard lit up with Valley View’s 133-point victory, but the real triumph was far more profound. Athletes from all walks of life cheered, laughed, and competed side by side, creating an atmosphere that radiated joy and acceptance. For Valley View’s seniors, it was a bittersweet send-off filled with pride, love, and lifelong memories. The event wasn’t just a finale—it was a powerful reminder that when schools embrace Unified Sports, they build stronger, more compassionate communities.

Valley View’s offense erupted for 14 hits while Abbi Call and Taylor Cawley combined for nine strikeouts to hold off Wallenpaupack 9-3 in Wednesday’s district matchup.

Zach Cwalinski tossed a three-hit shutout and Valley View’s bats came alive just enough in the fifth inning to down Wallenpaupack 3-0 in a classic pitcher’s duel Wednesday evening.

On a night meant to honor their seniors, Valley View gave their home crowd plenty to cheer about with a dominant 16-0 shutout win over Scranton on Wednesday. Behind a flawless pitching performance from Taylor Cawley and an explosive four-hit, two-home-run game from Kalli Karwowski, the Cougars sent their seniors out in style.

In a battle that had all the energy of a championship final, Abington Heights and Valley View traded blow after blow until Isabella DeRiggi sealed the deal with a walk-off single in extras. Two of District 2’s finest left it all on the field — and the Comets walked away with the glory.

Nick Bradley struck out 16 and drove in a run to fuel Abington Heights’ 8-1 takedown of Valley View. A masterclass on the mound and a spark at the plate — Bradley delivered one of the most complete performances of the season.