Williamsport Millionaires

If Week 1 served as a wake-up call, Week 2 shook the very foundation of the District IV football landscape. While some teams solidified their places, others saw their early momentum derailed—and new contenders have stormed into the spotlight.

The game marked a statement performance for White, who has quickly emerged as one of the region’s most explosive offensive threats. In just two games, the senior has racked up six touchdowns, showcasing a rare blend of speed, vision, and power.

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.

As the dust settles on Week 1 of the high school football season, the District IV landscape has already seen its share of surprises, shakeups, and statement wins. The preseason rankings gave us a glimpse of potential, but now that the pads are popping and the games are official, it's clear some teams came out swinging—while others have ground to make up.

Coach's Health and Fitness Preseason District 4 Rankings: District IV football is loaded with talent and tradition from top to bottom. Whether it’s the returning champs or hungry underdogs, this season promises plenty of fireworks on Friday nights. Buckle up.

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

Williamsport wasted no time getting on the board, erupting for five runs in the first inning. They kept the momentum going with six more in the third and added another in the fifth. Liberty, however, kept pace with three runs in the opening frame, followed by four in the third, and turned up the heat in the later innings—scoring two runs apiece in the fifth, sixth, and seventh innings to seal the comeback.

Williamsport came alive in the third, stringing together timely hits and aggressive base running to take firm control of the game early. The Millionaires tacked on one run apiece in the fifth and sixth innings, building a 7-0 lead heading into the final frames.

Scranton punched its ticket to the Class 6A subregional championship with a thrilling 44-43 overtime win over Williamsport. Johnathon Levine led the way with 13 points, while Jayden Burrell added a double-double. The Knights clutch three-point shooting proved decisive as they now await their next challenge at the Mohegan Arena.

As we move into Week 8, there have been some notable shifts in the District 4 Big School Top 5 rankings. The biggest change comes at the #5 spot, while the top four teams continue to hold their positions after key matchups in Week 7. Here’s a breakdown of the movement from Week 7 to Week 8.

As we transition from Week 6 to Week 7 in District 4’s Big School Top 5 rankings, powered by Coach Hazlet, we’ve seen a few notable changes in positioning, driven by the performances of these standout programs. The shift in rankings reflects the ongoing competitive nature of the season, with key victories and tough losses causing movements across the board.

The District 4 Big School Top 5 rankings saw some shakeups after a competitive Week 5, with Shamokin maintaining its top spot, but key changes in the middle of the rankings, as Selinsgrove edged out Williamsport in a thrilling head-to-head battle.

The high school football season continues to provide thrilling moments, and Week 4 brought significant movement in the District 4 Big School rankings. With fierce battles on the field and some unexpected outcomes, the rankings saw a major shake-up, including a new leader. Here’s a breakdown of the key games and what they mean for the updated Week 5 rankings.