Valley View Cougars

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — Valley View used a strong second-half performance to pull away Saturday afternoon, defeating Blue Mountain 49–28 in the opening round of the PIAA Class 4A girls basketball state playoffs.

Valley View continued its postseason momentum Friday night, earning a convincing 58–44 victory over Montoursville in the opening round of the PIAA Class 4A state playoffs.

NEPA Elite Volleyball Club continued to make a statement across the Northeast this weekend at the Irish Madness Invitational at Harrah’s in Atlantic City. Competing against 30+ teams from multiple states, NEPA Elite teams battled through high-level competition with 16U Wildfire and 17U Storm both finishing an impressive 4th place overall. Athletes representing over 28 schools across District 2, District 4, and District 11 came together to compete as one, proving that NEPA Elite continues to grow as one of the region’s most competitive and respected volleyball programs

Back-and-forth. Possession by possession. No breathing room. With Valley View refusing to fade, Scranton Prep delivered in the closing minutes at Mohegan Arena, clamping down defensively and knocking down clutch free throws to claim its fourth straight District 2 championship.

The Valley View Cougars 4th Grade Girls Travel Team went a perfect 3-0 at the Back Mountain Girls Shootout, earning the 4th Grade A Division championship and securing a spot in the State Championship set for March 13-15 in State College.

Because front row isn’t just a seat in the arena, it’s a place in the story. And the story is still being written.

Dallas showed resilience and composure when it mattered most, rallying late to defeat Valley View 46–43 in the District 2 Class 4A semifinals Friday night.

Valley View closed the regular season with a statement win Thursday night, outlasting Scranton 50 to 47 behind balanced scoring and clutch fourth quarter execution. Sadie Cardoni and Cora Castellani each scored 14 points as the Cougars secured their 17th win of the season.

Abington Heights turned a tight third quarter into a title clincher Monday night, pulling away late to beat Valley View 61 to 43 and secure the Lackawanna League Division I boys basketball championship.

Valley View set the tone from the opening tip and never looked back Friday night, using stifling defense and balanced scoring to secure a 55 to 28 Division I victory over Delaware Valley. Cora Castellani led all scorers with 21 points as the Cougars controlled the game in all four quarters.

Valley View and Delaware Valley turned a Unified Bocce match into a celebration of inclusion and sportsmanship on Thursday. With Valley View honoring its seniors, both teams delivered competitive play, constant encouragement, and a gym filled with cheers as Delaware Valley earned wins in both games.

Valley View used a strong second half push to rally past North Pocono, 57 to 49, Saturday afternoon in a Division I matchup. Trailing at halftime, the Cougars leaned on timely shooting and late game execution to remain unbeaten and continue their impressive early season run.

Valley View set the tone early and never looked back, building a first quarter lead and cruising to a 60 to 40 home victory over Pittston Area. Cash Roe led all scorers with 18 points, while Michael Muto and Jagger Roe added 14 apiece as the Cougars used balanced scoring and efficient shooting to control the game from start to finish.

The state’s biggest stage brought out the best in District 2’s top girls cross country teams and runners. Abington Heights senior Anna Pucilowski blazed her way to an 18th-place state medal, while Crestwood’s Katie Kozich and Delaware Valley’s Grace Holderith followed close behind with top-25 finishes. Elk Lake’s young core impressed in “Single A,” finishing just 41 points out of first with standout sophomore Kendyl Weisgold earning a 9th-place medal. Montrose, Wallenpaupack, and Valley View added strong team efforts in a day that showcased the depth, talent, and future promise of girls distance running across Northeast Pennsylvania.

Dallas controlled the ground game and capitalized on Valley View’s key penalties to pull away in the second half, earning a 17-0 shutout in cold and windy conditions Friday night in Archbald.