
SportzWire Live Scoreboards Expand Across District 2, 4 and 11
August 27, 2025 SportzWireSportzWire has taken game coverage to the next level with live scoreboards across District 2, 4, and 11. From Friday night football to weekday soccer and volleyball, our team is on the ground delivering real-time updates. Visit SportzWire.com, click the Live Scoring menu, and follow along. Special thanks to our main sponsor Redleaf for making it possible.

Sofia Riddle: Wyoming Area’s Rising Star Blazing a Trail in Track, Academics, and Leadership
August 17, 2025 Carrie Miner YapleTrack is Her True Passion Though Sofia is involved in multiple sports, track has captured her heart. “Track is not all about placing and winning medals,” she explains. “It is about dedication, pushing my limits, competing, and most of all having fun and trying to beat my own times.” Her passion for the sport emerged during her 7th-grade year, when she made the difficult choice to step away from soccer — a sport she had played all her life — to focus on running.

Rolling Forward: The VAIL Harrisonburg Cardinals Push Beyond Limits in Wheelchair Basketball
July 31, 2025 Carrie Miner YapleLike many adaptive sports teams, the Cardinals face steep challenges. Travel is logistically difficult and financially taxing — with the nearest team at least an hour away, and others as far as four or more hours. Equipment is also expensive: a good sports wheelchair can cost anywhere from $4,000 to $8,000. Ana credits the Kelly Brush Foundation with helping to cover the cost of her own chair. But what perhaps weighs heaviest is the emotional toll — the journey of adjusting to a new body, a new identity, and a world that still often lacks accessibility and awareness.

Girls JV Basketball Kingston Rec Summer League Action
July 10, 2025 Devan WadeThe Hazleton Area Lady Cougars delivered a defensive masterclass on Tuesday, overpowering Scranton Prep with a 31-22 victory. The Lady Cougars’ relentless pressure and interior dominance ensured they controlled the game from start to finish.

Molly Walsh – Dallas High School Basketball Standout
June 26, 2025 Marc EmileHowever, Molly’s journey hasn’t been without challenges. Heading into her junior year, she suffered a devastating torn ACL, MCL, and meniscus during AAU play.

Driven to Succeed: Lake-Lehman's Ella Wilson Heads to Mercy University as a Dual-Sport Star and Scholar-Athlete
June 15, 2025 Marc EmileHer achievements extend far beyond athletics. She is also a member of the National Honor Society with a flawless 4.0 GPA, Ella is a model of what it means to be both a student and athlete.

Classics Girls Basketball Camp Returns to Scranton Prep July 21–24
June 4, 2025 Matt FlanaganThe Classics Girls Basketball Camp is set to return this summer, running July 21–24 at the Xavier Center on the campus of Scranton Prep. Open to girls entering grades 4 through 8, the camp runs daily from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and offers a blend of individual instruction and team-oriented play.
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District 2 Athletes Shine in 2025 All-State Girls Basketball Selections
April 17, 2025 Matt FlanaganThe 2025 Pennsylvania Sports Writers All-State Girls Basketball Teams were officially released Thursday afternoon, and District 2 made a powerful statement, with nine standout athletes and one notable alum receiving statewide honors across multiple PIAA classifications.

Transfer Portal Spotlight: Rachael Rose a Scranton native Becomes Top Mid-Major Prospect
March 29, 2025 Brad LoffScranton’s own Rachael Rose is officially on the move. The 5’7” point guard enters the portal after a dominant run at Wofford, where she averaged 22.3 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 5.4 assists last season. With elite performances against Power 4 programs and a 40% clip from deep, Rose has quickly become one of the most coveted mid-major transfers in the country.

BREAKING NEWS: Penn State Guard Moriah Murray Enters Transfer Portal
March 25, 2025 Brad LoffPenn State guard Moriah Murray has officially entered the transfer portal after three impressive seasons in Happy Valley. The Dunmore native started 27 games this past season, averaging 8.4 points and leading the nation in three-point shooting early in the year with 37 triples. Her departure marks the fifth for the Lady Lions this offseason, as Murray looks to make her mark with a new program after a standout career in the Big Ten.

PIAA Quarterfinals: Loyalsock Township Overwhelms Dunmore in 60-36 Victory
March 14, 2025 Brad LoffLoyalsock Township’s dominant third-quarter surge proved too much for Dunmore, as the Lancers ran away with a decisive 60-36 victory in Round 3 of the PIAA playoffs. Led by Lacey Kriebel’s 24 points and a relentless defensive effort, Loyalsock overwhelmed the Bucks, setting the stage for their next challenge in the state tournament.

"Marian Catholic Stuns Elk Lake with Late Surge, Advances to PIAA Elite 8"
March 11, 2025 Carrie Miner YapleWhat stood out in this game was Marian Catholic’s sharpshooting from beyond the arc. The team hit 10 three-pointers on the night, providing a significant boost to their offensive attack. Elk Lake struggled to match that perimeter shooting, and despite a game-high 23 points from Leah Traver, the team couldn’t keep up with Marian Catholic’s balanced scoring.

Maya Jenkins Joins 1,000-Point Club as Scranton Prep Dominates in PIAA Opener
March 8, 2025 Brad LoffMaya Jenkins etched her name into Scranton Prep history on Saturday, scoring her 1,000th career point in a dominant 56-34 win over Delone Catholic in the PIAA Class 4A first round. The senior guard reached the milestone in the fourth quarter, capping off a stellar performance that helped the Classics (24-1) advance to the next round. Scranton Prep’s defense fueled the victory, holding Delone Catholic to just four second-quarter points while Bella Dennebaum led the scoring effort with 14. Up next, the Classics face Allentown Central Catholic with a trip to the state quarterfinals on the line.

Lady Crusaders Secure Defensive Battle, Advance to CYO State Semifinals
March 7, 2025 Brad LoffThe SCSP Varsity Lady Crusaders battled their way to a 27-22 victory over St. Joseph’s (Harrisburg) in a defensive showdown at the CYO State Championships. Led by M. Flynn’s 11 points and key defensive stops, SCSP held their opponent to just seven first-half points and iced the game at the free-throw line. With the win, they advance to the state semifinals tomorrow at 4:30 PM against Mother of Mercy Academy (Pittsburgh), one step closer to the championship.
2024-2025 WVC Division 2 Girls Coaches’ All-Stars: A Season of Excellence
March 4, 2025 Brad LoffThe 2024-2025 Wyoming Valley Conference (WVC) Division 2 Girls Coaches’ All-Stars list highlights the league’s best, with Ella Wilson (Lake-Lehman) earning MVP honors after a dominant season, racking up 396 points and leading her team to success. Ella Stambaugh (Wyoming Seminary) was named Player of the Year, lighting up the scoreboard with an impressive 515 points, while Coach Charlie Lavan (Lake-Lehman) took home Coach of the Year honors for his leadership. Joining them on the First-Team All-Stars are top performers like Bella Boylan (Holy Redeemer), Kate Reed (Nanticoke), and Kinley Purdy (Lake-Lehman), each making a major impact for their teams. Meanwhile, McKenzie Chirnock (Holy Redeemer), Kathryn Morgan (Lake-Lehman), and Lourianna Alston (Tunkhannock) headline the Second-Team selections, showcasing the depth of talent in the WVC. With a mix of seasoned seniors and rising underclassmen, this year’s All-Stars not only delivered standout performances but also set the stage for the future of Wyoming Valley Conference girls’ basketball.