Valley View Cougars

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.

Abbi Call joined the 200-strikeout club and then went 4-for-4 with two home runs in Valley View’s 14-3 rout of Thomas Jefferson Friday, leading the Cougars with a three-hit, nine-strikeout performance in the circle.

Sponsored by Nina’s Wing Bites & Pizza, Zoie Krupovich earns Player of the Game honors after a two-homer night that powered Valley View to a commanding 8-2 win over Wallenpaupack.

🚨 Breaking News from SportzWire 🚨 Honesdale has landed one of District 2’s most respected coaches. Former Valley View head coach George Howanitz is officially taking over the Hornets football program—coming out of retirement and bringing a winning pedigree to Wayne County.

“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.

Under the Friday night lights of PNC Field, Abington Heights turned in a statement win with dominant pitching, timely hitting, and flawless execution. Nick Bradley stole the show, while the Comets offense backed him up with firepower and focus.

In a contest packed with fireworks, North Pocono proved they belong among the elite, handing top-ranked Valley View their first loss of the season behind timely hitting, a clutch performance from Amelia Bell, and a relentless offensive attack.