Wilkes-Barre Wolfpack

Behind a standout performance from Nathan Fritz, Wilkes-Barre Area stormed back from an early deficit to defeat Williamsport 9-3 on Friday.

Wilkes-Barre Area’s senior ace, James Bottger, delivered a commanding performance on the hill Tuesday evening, leading the Wolfpack to a 4–1 win over Wyoming Valley West in a pivotal district showdown.

Wilkes-Barre Area used a big third inning and clutch relief pitching to take down Nanticoke Area, 5–2, on Monday afternoon.

James Bottger’s home run and six total bases fueled Wilkes-Barre’s offense, while Nathan Fritz pitched a complete game with eight strikeouts to shut down Crestwood 4–2 on the road.

Senior standout Jordany Rodriguez etched his name into Wilkes-Barre Area history Wednesday night, recording his 500th career kill as the Wolfpack rolled to a straight-set victory over Lackawanna Trail. Backed by a resilient team effort and strong performances from Nick Delescavage and Rylie Ramirez, Wilkes-Barre improved to 6-1 on the season — proving they’re not just winning, they’re building a championship mindset.

The Pittston Area Patriots continued their winning ways with a dominant 5-0 victory over the Wilkes-Barre Area Wolfpack on Monday. Fueled by outstanding pitching and timely hitting, the Patriots maintained their momentum in what has been an impressive season.

In a commanding performance, the Wilkes-Barre Area Wolfpack overpowered the Dallas Mountaineers with an 11-0 shutout victory, displaying a combination of explosive offense and stellar pitching.

In a rain-soaked thriller that tested both skill and spirit, the Wilkes-Barre Area Wolfpack staged a stunning comeback to defeat the Scranton Knights 13-12 in extra innings. Down by seven runs early, the Wolfpack rallied behind clutch hitting, tight defense, and a dramatic walk-off single in the 8th inning to seal a game that will be remembered as one of the seasons most electrifying matchups.

The Honesdale Varsity Hornets kicked off their season in dominant fashion with a 6-1 road win over the Wilkes-Barre Wolfpack.

The Wilkes-Barre Wolfpack pulled off a big win at home, rallying late to beat the North Pocono Trojans 8-4 in a game that had plenty of twists and momentum swings. North Pocono had the early edge, but the Wolfpack stayed in it and delivered a game-changing sixth inning, scoring six runs to take control. Omar Jerez came up clutch with a big bases-clearing double, while Ben Thomas pitched strong in relief to earn the win. The Wolfpack’s discipline at the plate and timely hits made the difference, showing they’re a team that knows how to battle back and close strong.

The Wyoming Valley Conference (WVC) Division 1 basketball regular season and district playoff has officially come to a close, and with it comes the announcement of the league’s top performers. Wilkes-Barre Area’s Dave Jannuzzi was named the Division 1 MVP, an honor that comes as no surprise given his dominant season.

The 2024-2025 Wyoming Valley Conference (WVC) Division 1 basketball season has concluded, and the coaches have made their selections for the All-Star teams, recognizing the most outstanding players in the league. This year's honors feature impressive performances, with standout players from Hazleton, Pittston, Crestwood, Dallas, Wyoming Valley West, Berwick, and Wilkes-Barre Area making their mark.

The PTFCA Indoor State Championships saw some outstanding performances from District 2 athletes, as they made their mark against Pennsylvania’s best. With multiple top-10 finishes and personal bests, the championship meet proved that District 2 talent is ready to make noise as the outdoor season approaches.

Wilkes-Barre, PA – In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Hazleton Area Cougars avenged their regular-season losses to Wilkes-Barre Area, securing a 65-55 victory in the District 2-6A semifinals on Monday night. The win propels Hazleton into Saturday’s championship game against Scranton.

Wilkes-Barre Area claimed the Wyoming Valley Conference Division 1 title with a 73-62 win over Dallas. David Jannuzzi led with 29 points, including the 1,000th of his career, while Jacob Johnsons clutch shooting in the fourth quarter sealed the victory. The Wolfpack enters the conference tournament as the top seed.