The hero of the night was Wilkes-Barre Area senior guard David Jannuzzi, who delivered a performance for the ages with a game-high 28 points, including a spectacular game-winning play in the final seconds.

Tunkhannock, PA — In a dramatic Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2 matchup on Thursday night, the Tunkhannock Tigers staged a thrilling comeback to defeat the Hanover Area Hawkeyes 43-40 in overtime.

In a dramatic high school basketball showdown, the Wyoming Area Warriors outlasted Wyoming Seminary in a double-overtime classic, securing a hard-fought 75-65 victory. The intense battle saw both teams trading momentum swings before the Warriors pulled away in the second overtime period, fueled by clutch performances from multiple players.

Big School Spotlight: Valley View holds strong at #1, while Scranton and Dallas keep the pressure on. Scranton Prep climbs to #4, proving their rising momentum! Small School Highlights: Holy Cross dominates at #1, with Riverside and Dunmore rounding out the top 3. The competition is fierce as teams fight for their place in the rankings!

The District 11 Boys Big School Basketball landscape has seen some significant shifts in the latest rankings, with several teams jockeying for position as we head deeper into the season. After a thrilling stretch of games, here\'s a breakdown of the most recent updates in the rankings, highlighting key movements and staying power across the region.

The District 11 Boys Small School Basketball rankings have seen a mix of familiar faces holding steady and new teams making significant moves up the list. As we approach the midway point of the season, the landscape has shifted with some notable changes, particularly in the middle of the rankings. Let’s dive into the latest updates and what they mean for the teams vying for supremacy in the district.

At Holy Redeemer High School, Wyoming Area secured a commanding 78-63 victory over the Royals in a fast-paced Wyoming Valley Conference basketball matchup. The Warriors’ offensive firepower proved too much for the home team as they pulled away with a consistent scoring effort led by standout performances from Lukas Burakiewicz and Luke Kopetchny.

WILKES-BARRE, PA — On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the Wilkes-Barre Area Wolfpack delivered a dominant performance against the Crestwood Comets, securing a commanding 53-30 victory on their home court. Wilkes-Barre Area’s balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for Crestwood, as the Wolfpack controlled the game from start to finish.

In front of a roaring crowd and packed student sections, the Riverside Vikings outlasted the Old Forge Blue Devils in a nail-biting overtime battle, 63-58. Nico Antoniacci led the charge for Riverside with an incredible 28-point performance, including five three-pointers and a perfect 5-for-5 from the line. Despite a valiant effort by Old Forge’s Cameron Parker and Camren Krushnowski, Riverside’s clutch play down the stretch sealed the win in a game that will be talked about for weeks.

In a thrilling Lackawanna Division III showdown, Carbondale Area secured their first win of the season, narrowly defeating Susquehanna 46-45. Cole Becchetti and Francisco Roman combined for 39 points, leading the Chargers to victory. Despite a strong effort from Griffin Fisk, who tallied 13 points, the Sabers fell just short in a game defined by clutch plays and missed opportunities.

The Hazleton Area Cougars delivered a commanding performance on Friday night, securing a decisive 76-47 victory over the Pittston Area Patriots in high school basketball action. The game, held at Hazleton Area’s home court, saw a balanced offensive attack from the Cougars, while Pittston Area struggled to keep pace despite strong individual efforts.

Wilkes-Barre, PA — On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, the Dallas boys’ basketball team secured a 57-49 victory over Wilkes-Barre Area in a well-contested matchup. The game showcased Dallas’s offensive efficiency and balanced scoring, allowing them to maintain control despite a strong effort from the Wolfpack.

The Wyoming Area Warriors powered past the Lake-Lehman Black Knights with a decisive 59-45 win in a Wyoming Valley Conference Division 2 matchup on Tuesday night. A dominant second quarter effort, where the Warriors outscored their hosts by 12 points, proved pivotal in securing the victory.

In a dramatic comeback, the Pittston Area Patriots overcame a halftime deficit with a dominant second half to secure a 65-58 victory over Wyoming Valley West in a Wyoming Valley Conference (WVC) Division 1 matchup at WVW on Tuesday night.

Honesdale, PA — On Monday, January 6, 2025, the Honesdale Hornets delivered a commanding performance on their home court, defeating the Western Wayne Wildcats 48-20 in a Lackawanna Division II boys’ basketball matchup. The Hornets’ balanced scoring, led by Rylan Montgomery, propelled them to victory as they improved their record to 6-5 overall and 2-1 in league play.