Valley View Cougars

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.

Valley View closed out Senior Night with a 20-7 win over Wallenpaupack behind 285 rushing yards and three touchdowns, setting up a Halloween home playoff showdown with Dallas.

Gabe Davis scored twice in a two-minute span, and Valley View leaned on 251 rushing yards to beat Wyoming Valley West 52-21. Davis caught a 35-yard touchdown from Caleb Brown, returned the ensuing kickoff 80 yards, and the Cougars finished it off with five rushing scores and a 34-yard field goal from Braden Loff.

Valley View capped its Senior Night with a 2-1 win over Delaware Valley at John Henzes Veterans Memorial Stadium. Jason Nagy opened the scoring for the Warriors on a first-half penalty kick before Jagger Roe headed in a cross from Ethan Namlick to tie it. Braden Loff then delivered the game-winner in the second half with a perfectly placed shot off the inside of the left post, completing the Cougars’ season sweep.

Valley View made Senior Night one to remember with a 3–0 shutout win over Scranton Prep. Callie Gillen scored twice and added an assist, while Mya Cesarini chipped in the final goal as the Cougars dominated from start to finish.

Braden Loff scored three goals and added an assist as Valley View rolled to a 6-0 victory over Honesdale at John Henzes Veterans Memorial Stadium. The Cougars controlled play from start to finish, outshooting the Hornets 24-5, while goalkeeper Aidan Kopa made five saves to post the shutout.

Delaware Valley’s balanced attack and relentless defense proved too much for Valley View Friday night, as the Warriors rolled to a 41-0 win in front of their home crowd. Quarterback Colin McGarvey threw for 250 yards and four touchdowns, while Valley View struggled to establish rhythm offensively, limited to just 131 total yards.

North Pocono erupted for 28 second-half points to pull away from Valley View, securing a 42–10 win despite an early left-hash field goal from Braden Loff. The Cougars now turn their focus to another big hurdle next week at Delaware Valley.

More than 400 Wallenpaupack Youth Soccer League members filled the field for the annual Youth Soccer Night, high-fiving varsity players and soaking in the spotlight before watching Valley View edge the Buckhorns, 2-1. The evening celebrated community, inspiration, and the next generation of players.

Mid Valley Stadium is the place to be this week as the community unites for a cause that’s bigger than the game. The Rally in the Valley kicks off Thursday night at 6 p.m. with a rivalry showdown against Valley View and continues Saturday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with youth soccer, junior high games, and a boys varsity matchup against Forest City. Fans can enjoy food, t-shirts, basket raffles, and a chance to win amazing prizes like a Camelback Resort overnight stay or a 20-person RailRiders luxury box. Come out, fill the stands, and show your support for Coaches vs. Cancer!

Nick Burak scored twice, including a first-half free kick, as Valley View earned a 4-2 Division I win over Scranton in Peckville. Noah Symuleski and Jagger Roe also scored for the Cougars, while Ahmani Wilonja netted both goals for the Knights.

Valley View leaned on timely deep shots, a physical ground game, and a defense that refused to budge to shut out Scranton 28 to 0 at John Henzes Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Valley View dominated every phase of the game Friday night at Honesdale, with a relentless ground attack, stifling defense, and flawless special teams leading to a 49-8 win.