Valley View Cougars

The 2025 Cougar Soccer Camp at Valley View kicked off with nearly 100 young athletes filling the field with energy, excitement, and admiration. While the drills were sharp and the sun relentless, it was the quiet moments — like a camper gently playing with her coach Riley’s necklace as she knelt beside her — that told the real story. This camp isn’t just about soccer. It’s about connection, community, and the next generation finding inspiration in those who once stood where they stand now.

When the lights shine bright at John Henzes Veterans Memorial Stadium for the 91st Scranton Lions Club Dream Game, it won’t just be about touchdowns and tackles — it’ll be about tradition, legacy, and family. Logan Edwards, Demitrius Douglas, and Nick Kucharski each carry more than just their school pride into this historic all-star clash — they carry the last names that have already been etched into Dream Game lore. From Lackawanna Trail to Valley View, these younger brothers are ready to write the next chapter in their family’s football story, turning sibling rivalry into one final show of brotherly love on the gridiron.

Legacy Under the Lights: 91st Dream Game Media Day Unites Past and Future of NEPA Football VALLEY VIEW — The scent of summer grass and the echo of cleats on concrete set the stage under the bleachers of Valley View’s football stadium, where dozens of the region’s top high school football players gathered for the 91st Annual Dream Game Media Day. It was more than a press event. It was a reunion, a farewell, a coming-of-age story all in one. Hosted by longtime broadcaster Tony Sibila and Honesdale’s new head coach George Howanitz, Media Day was filled with stories from players on the cusp of adulthood and from coaches whose roots run deep in Northeastern Pennsylvania’s football soil. “It’s like a family reunion,” Howanitz said. “There’s history in every name on the roster.”

Both teams played with heart and hustle, but Carbino’s bats stayed hot through key innings to secure a 15-2 win over Abington in sectional tournament play.

A bases-clearing triple from Amira Aldubayan sparked a fourth-inning rally as Valley View powered past West Suburban 8-5 to open the Pennsylvania Major Softball Tournament with a thrilling comeback win.

Valley View put up 11 hits and didn’t allow a run in their 9-0 win over Back Mountain. Read the full stat breakdown from both sides in our recap.

A seven-run fourth inning lifted Carbino to a 12-6 win over Green Ridge in the 8-9-10 All-Star showdown, with standout games from Leo Heim, Liam Farrell, and Tyler Smolko.

Elio Brunori "Big Papi" with the grand slam and Mason B’s complete-game shutout lifted the Valley View All-Stars 9-10-11 to a 14-0 win over Wallenpaupack, securing the PENNSYLVANIA 9-11 YEAR OLD DISTRICT 32 CHAMPIONSHIP Tuesday night in Jessup.

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.