Valley View Cougars

In a tri-match against Scranton Prep and Elk Lake, Morgan Chilek etched her name into Valley golf history with a stunning hole-in-one on Elkview’s ninth hole. Using a six iron, Chilek delivered the shot of the day, sending her ball straight to the pin and into the cup for a moment she’ll never forget.

Valley View protected home turf with a 3-1 win over Scranton Prep as Logan Cabrera opened the scoring and Braden Loff added two goals, while Soleil Shrestha netted the lone tally for the Cavaliers.

Abington Heights used a dominant rushing attack and a 21-point second quarter to defeat Valley View 45–7 on Friday night in Clarks Summit. Jayden Anglin rushed for 155 yards and two scores, Nick Bradley accounted for three touchdowns, and kicker Jack Hartshorn went 6-for-6 on extra points and added a 28-yard field goal. Tristan Smith scored the Cougars’ lone touchdown in the third quarter, followed by a Braden Loff extra point. Halftime was delayed after Valley View was locked out of its locker room, leading to a late finish.

Abington Heights used a three-goal second half to surge past Valley View, 3-1, in an LIAA Division 1 showdown, with Joey Pivirotto netting twice to lead the Comets.

Wilkes-Barre Area edged Valley View 16-14 in a game defined by strong defensive stands and critical special teams plays. Both offenses found success in the second quarter, but the Wolfpack’s late field goal and a fourth-down stop in the closing minutes proved to be the difference.

Wallenpaupack rolled to a 3–0 victory over Valley View behind goals from Colby Bonagura, Robert Kratzer and Colin McClintock. Dylan Duggan and Ben Cumberland chipped in assists as the Buckhorns locked down a clean sheet with a strong defensive effort.

Ethan Namlick and Braden Loff scored in the opening five minutes to give Valley View an early cushion, and the Cougars rode that momentum to a 3-0 shutout win over Scranton.

Valley View with a statement win on the road, grinding out a 24–13 victory over Crestwood. The Cougars leaned on their rushing attack as Jeffery Wasilchak punched in two short touchdowns and Tyler Muchal added another score, while sophomore kicker Braden Loff connected on a 41-yard field goal and went 3-for-3 on extra points. Valley View’s defense made key stops late, including an interception from Ashby Bachman, to close out the win. The defending District 2 Class 4A champions will now look ahead to their home opener against Wilkes-Barre Area   .

Valley View powered past Wyoming Area 5-2 behind a hat trick from Jagger Roe and two goals from Braden Loff, while Jacob Cobb and Ben Rogish scored for the Warriors in the second-half rally.

Lehigh’s 21-14 victory over Richmond wasn’t just a top-25 win to open the season, it was a showcase of grit, playmakers, and local talent making waves on the Division I stage. With Hayden Johnson (Manheim) delivering through the air, Jaden Green finding the end zone twice, and a defense that bent but didn’t break, the Mountain Hawks proved they’re built for the spotlight. For fans across Northeastern and Central PA, the connection runs even deeper. Familiar faces like Connor Hilling (Valley View), Aaron Crossley and Joseph Marranca (Wyoming Area), Jacob Albaugh (Delaware Valley), Matt McGowan (Hazleton Area), and Williamsport standouts Jamaire Harden and Connor Poole are now suiting up in brown and white. As SportzWire expands its footprint into the Lehigh Valley and Division I college football, expect even more coverage of the athletes you once cheered for on Friday nights, now making their mark on Saturdays.

Week 1 of District 2 football had it all, power in the trenches, highlight-reel returns, clutch kicks, and plenty of style. SportzWire rolled out its first slate of weekly features, celebrating the athletes who set the tone under the Friday night lights and the local sponsors who make it possible. From Lakelands dominant offensive line to Riversides game-winning heroics, Lackawanna Trails electric playmaking to Valley Views throwback swagger, these performances defined the opening weekend. And this is just the beginning. Each week, SportzWire will continue shining a spotlight on the athletes, the moments, and the stories that bring our communities together.

Valley View and Mid Valley battled in more than just a non-conference matchup Thursday night. It was friends turned rivals for 80 minutes, with bragging rights on the line before they reunite as teammates for Anthracite FC. In the end, Gavin Walsh set up Braden Loff for the decisive second-half goal, giving the Cougars a 1-0 win on their home field.

Valley View opened its 2025 season with a 14-10 victory over Scranton Prep in Archbald. Caleb Brown’s 48-yard touchdown pass to Gabe Davis and Tyler Muchal’s 18-yard scoring run highlighted the Cougars’ offense, while the defense locked down late to secure the win. Scranton Prep’s Mackey Lynett put the Cavaliers on the board with a fumble recovery touchdown, and Tyler Bianchi added a field goal, but Valley View’s balance on the ground and key second-half surge proved the difference.

The District 2 preseason coaches’ poll has arrived, and the message is clear: this isn’t one person’s opinion, it’s the collective voice of coaches across the region weighing in on who’s ready to bring the heat. Delaware Valley leads the Big School rankings, while Scranton Prep tops the Small Schools, both programs seen as steady systems built for long runs. Backed by the insight of those who know the game best, these rankings act like a finely tuned HVAC unit balanced, efficient, and powerful. Thanks to sponsor Kleinbauer Mechanical, family owned and operated, for reminding us that whether it’s football or HVAC, reliability and honest work always rise to the top.

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.