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January 10, 2025 | Nate Johns

Classics Top Lady Cougars in Battle of Unbeatens

On January 10, two of the three remaining unbeaten girls basketball teams in District 2 faced off. The Valley View Lady Cougars hit the road to take on their biggest rivals, the Scranton Prep Classics. The Lackawanna League Division One matchup marked the first meeting between these two teams since the PIAA District 2 4A championship game last season, where the Classics took home the gold by a final score of 55-31. This time around, the Classics picked up the win again by a final score of 59-34. The Classics improve to 11-0 and the Lady Cougars fall to 11-1.

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January 9, 2025 | Matt Flanagan

Lake-Lehman Triumphs Over Nanticoke Area, 51-41, in Girls’ Basketball Showdown

The Lake-Lehman Black Knights secured a commanding 51-41 victory over the Nanticoke Area Trojanettes in an intense girls’ basketball matchup held at Lake-Lehman High School. Consistent scoring performances from Kathryn Morgan and Kinley Purdy, who each tallied 14 points, powered the Black Knights to a well-earned win on their home court.

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January 6, 2025 | Brad Loff

D2 Big School Girls Basketball Rankings (1/6/25)

Scranton Prep Eyes Another Statement Win in D2 Big School Rankings Scranton Prep remains firmly entrenched at the top of the NEPA Elite D2 Big School Girls Basketball Rankings after another dominant week, capped off by a 69-36 victory over Scranton. The undefeated Classics are gearing up for a high-profile showdown against No. 3 Valley View on January 10, a game that could shape the rest of the season. Will the Cougars defy expectations, or will Prep continue their march toward an undefeated season? All eyes are on this marquee matchup!

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January 2, 2025 | Brad Loff

Hazleton Area Shuts Down Wilkes-Barre Area in Dominant Victory

The Hazleton Area Cougars delivered a commanding 59-18 victory over the Wilkes-Barre Area Wolfpack, fueled by Kaitlyn Bindas’ 16 points and a relentless defensive effort. Holding the Wolfpack to single-digit scoring in every quarter, the Cougars showcased their dominance on both ends of the court, securing another statement win in their impressive season.

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December 30, 2024 | Nate Johns

Beviglia reaches 200 wins as Classics win Lynett

In 2015, Bob Beviglia was named head basketball coach of the Scranton Prep Classics. During his tenure, the team has achieved nine state playoff berths, seven district titles and 11 state playoff wins, including an appearance in last year\'s PIAA 4A State Championship. Sunday however, marked yet another milestone for arguably the most accomplished girls basketball coach in District 2, as he picked up his 200 win. The win also secured another Lynett Tournament championship, as the Classics knocked off the Scranton Lady Knights 56-41 in the final. The win marks the third Lynett victory for Scranton Prep since Beviglia took over in 2019, and their second in the last three seasons.

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