Quiet confidence meets Friday night dominance. Pittston Area’s Lucas LoPresto might speak softly, but his game talks loud. In one record-shattering night, the junior wideout etched his name into school history - three times over - cementing his place among the Patriots’ greats. Whether it’s football, basketball, or track and field, LoPresto’s drive for excellence never lets up. A 3.9 GPA student and community volunteer, he’s proof that true leaders shine just as bright off the field as they do under the lights.

Wilkes-Barre Area quarterback Jake Howe made history in Saturday’s 49–0 Battle of the Bridge win over Valley West, throwing for 192 yards and four scores to become the Wyoming Valley Conference’s all-time passing touchdown leader with 66 career scores. The Wolfpack improved to 5–3 on the season and now set their sights on Crestwood next week.

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.

Lock Haven University delivered a dominant performance on Saturday afternoon, defeating Bloomsburg University 38–17 in a Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Eastern Division matchup at Redman Stadium. The win marks the third consecutive triumph for the Bald Eagles over their in-state rivals and their first road victory of the season.

District XI’s heavyweights aren’t slowing down! Parkland, Easton, Southern Lehigh, Northwestern, NDGP, and Schuylkill Haven all remain perfect through seven weeks. But with rivalry matchups looming and playoff pushes heating up, the pressure is rising fast. Week 8 is shaping up to be the most defining yet.

Back-to-back five-TD games. Nearly 600 yards rushing in two weeks. Holy Cross senior Kevin Vincent has erupted as the Crusaders’ go-to playmaker, answering every challenge with grit, speed, and purpose. A 4.0+ student, league-champion jumper, and community leader, Vincent’s rise at running back feels like destiny, echoing the path of his late uncle, Bishop O’Hara legend Matt Caputo. A true Crusader on and off the field, Kevin Vincent is this week’s Wired Athlete of the Week.

Just when we thought Week 4 had flipped the script, Week 5 rewrote the entire playbook. In true District IV fashion, what looked like a return to order has instead given way to more volatility. Some teams solidified their status, others crumbled under pressure, and a few dark horses have suddenly become impossible to ignore. Comparing Week 4 to Week 5, it’s clear: the only constant in this season is change.

North Pocono continues to hold the top spot in the District 2 Big School Top 10, nearly doubling its point total from last week to 94. Abington Heights and Pittston Area remain close behind, while Valley View jumps into the top five. Delaware Valley also climbs a spot, pushing Crestwood down to eighth, as the middle of the rankings sees plenty of movement.

Berwick holds on to the top spot in the District 2 Small School Top 10, edging out Wyoming Area by just two points. Lackawanna Trail climbs into third, Scranton Prep surges into the top five, and Mid Valley makes one of the week’s biggest gains as the middle of the rankings tighten up.

In a single game, Lackawanna Trail senior Isaac Ryon proved why he’s the definition of a complete athlete. Racking up 308 rushing yards, 55 receiving yards, two interceptions, a field goal, and even 45 passing yards, Ryon impacted every phase of the field in a performance that won’t soon be forgotten. A three-sport standout who excels in football, wrestling, and baseball, Isaac’s relentless work ethic and humble leadership make him a true role model. From dominating under Friday night lights to giving back through community service, he embodies what it means to be Wired Different.

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.

DALLAS TWP. — Pittston Area defeated Dallas for the first time since 2013, earning a dramatic 36-35 overtime victory on Friday night in Wyoming Valley Conference Division 1 play.

District IV may have its favorites, but in this wild 2025 season, nothing is guaranteed once the lights come on Friday night.

Scranton left no doubt in this year’s Bell Game, storming past West Scranton 51-6 for a seventh straight rivalry win. Behind Brody Coyle’s dual-threat performance and a ground game that racked up over 220 yards, the Knights kept the Bell shining bright on their sideline.

Back under the lights after an ACL injury in last year’s playoffs, Will McPartland delivered an unforgettable return, accounting for seven total touchdowns as Scranton Prep erased a huge deficit to edge Delaware Valley 49-44.