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Athens' Burgess, Sayre's Malanoski Log Wins At Kirby Relays Classic

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - Athens senior Abby Burgess and Sayre Hudson Malanoski earned the only first-place finished for Valley athletes Thursday at the Ron Kirby Classic Relays, with both Athens teams recording top-four finishes in track & field action.

Burgess, Vough Lead Athens To Wins Over Sayre, NEB; Cole A Double-Winner For Redskins

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Senior Abby Burgess and sophomore Alissa Vough were triple-winners to lead Athens to wins over Sayre and Northeast Bradford here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls track & field action, and Sayre senior Emma Cole was a double-winner.

Cook Leads Athens To Wins Over NEB, Sayre

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Senior Ryan Cook was a quad-winner to lead Athens to wins over Northeast Bradford and Sayre here Tuesday afternoon in NTL boys track & field action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens' Hiley Fans 14 In One-Hit Win Over Wellsboro

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens and Wellsboro combined for three hits in a rain-shortened NTL defensive battle which the Wildcats won, 2-0, here Thursday.

Wellsboro Edges Athens In Season-Opening Quad Meet

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens sophomore Patrick Umber won a pair of individual events, and junior Ryder Morley and seniors Chase Ingram and Brendan Comstock each won one event, but Wellsboro came out on top in the NTL boys track & field quad meet here Wednesday at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Tops Canton, Sayre; Falls To Wellsboro In Season-Opening Quad Meet

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Wellsboro won 10 events to record wins over Athens, Canton, and Sayre in a quad meet here Wednesday afternoon in NTL girls track & field action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Opens Season With 7-3 Win At Towanda

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens jumped out to a 5-0 lead early and that was more than enough run support for Athens ace Gretchan Hiley in a season-opening, 7-3, win over Towanda here on a cold Saturday afternoon.

Athens Advances Four To States; Wins Central Region Title

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:54:12 +0000

MILTON, Pa. - Led by senior Hanna Rathbun, Athens advanced four wrestlers to the PIAA Championships, and won the PIAA Central Region Girls Wrestling team championships here Saturday at Milton High School.

Athens' Davidson Hershey-Bound After Fifth-Place Finish At Class 3A Regionals

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:54:12 +0000

BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Athens junior Connor Davidson won one match Saturday here at the PIAA, Class 3A Northeast Regional Wrestling Championships, but that win punched his ticket to the PIAA Championships at Hershey.

Athens Boys' 400 Free Relay Punches Ticket To States; Boys Place Third, Girls Fifth At Districts

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens juniors Brayden Pettitt, Eli Hicks, Dominic Musick and Eli Hicks punched their ticket to States here Thursday night with a gold-medal effort in the 400-yard freestyle relay here at Day 2 of the District 4 Boys Swimming Championships at Williamsport High School.

Pettitt, Hicks Lead Athens In Day 1 Of Districts

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Junior Brayden Pettitt and Eli Hicks each recorded a pair of second-place finishes to help Athens to third place here Wednesday night after Day 1 of the District 4, Class AA Boys Swimming Championships at Williamsport High School.

Panek Records Pair Of Third-Place Finishes To Pace Athens At Day 1 Of Districts

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Senior Evelyn Panek had a pair of top-three finishes to pace Athens here on Day 1 of the District 4, Class AA Girls Swimming Championships at Williamsport High School.

Grubb Finishes Second At Class AA Championships; Punches Ticket To States

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG - Athens senior Penelope Grubb finished second Saturday at the District 4, Class AA Girls Diving Championships here at Bloomsburg High School and punched her ticket the PIAA Championships.

Athens Crowns Four Champs; Advances Five To Class 3A Regionals

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens crowned four champs and one-runner-up here Saturday at the District 4, Class 3A Wrestling Championships, and will advance five wrestlers to next weekend\'s Northeast Regionals.

Southern Lehigh's Sharpshooters Take Down Athens, 59-29, In Class 5A Quarterfinals

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, Pa. - Fifth-seeded Athens kept it close for about 10 minutes, but fourth-seeded Southern Lehigh\'s long-range took its toll in a 59-29 win here Friday night in the quarterfinals of the District 11 Class 5A boys basketball playoffs.

Top-Seeded Central Columbia Rolls Over Athens, 64-20

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG - Unbeaten Central Columbia proved its top seed here Thursday night in the quarterfinals of the District 4, Class 4A girls basketball playoffs with a 64-20 win over eighth-seeded Athens.

Record Falls As Athens Girls, Boys Post Big Wins Over Wellsboro On 'Senior Day'

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The foursome of seniors Olivia Thompson, Elizabeth Denlinger, Evey Panek and junior Kaitlyn Leonard \"set the tone\" with a school-record time in the first event of the meet as the Athens girls and boys posted big wins over Wellsboro here Thursday on \"Senior Day.\"

Towanda Overcomes Athens' Fast Start In 48-37 Win

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens jumped out to an early lead, but Towanda rallied for a 48-37 win here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Closes Regular Season With 67-6 Win Over Ithaca

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ITHACA - Athens closed out the regular season with a dominating 67-6 win over Ithaca here Wednesday night in non-league wrestling action.

Fast Start Propels Athens To 74-27 Romp Over Sayre

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Athens scored the first 24 points of the game on its way to a 74-27 win over Sayre here Wednesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Athens Cruises To Big Win Over Sayre

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored the first 20 points of the game and coasted to a 61-10 win over Sayre here Tuesday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Davidson Leads Three Wildcats To Podium At Rugged Coal Cracker Invite

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

LEHIGHTON, Pa. - Junior Connor Davidson led three Athens wrestlers to the podium here Saturday at the rugged 57-team Coal Cracker Invite at Lehighton High School.

Athens Overcomes Cold Start In 31-17 Win Over Williamson

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. - Defense kept Athens in the game early until its offense found its footing here Saturday afternoon in a 31-17 win over Williamson in NTL girls basketball action.

Athens Boys Earn Third Win In Less Than 24 Hours; Lady Wildcats Fall To Lewisburg

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Swimming for the second time in less than 24 hours, the Athens boys recorded a big win over Lewisburg here Saturday, while the Lady Wildcats fell in non-league swimming action.

Athens Boys, Girls Register Wins Over Central Columbia, Wellsboro

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The Athens boys and girls both registered wins over Wellsboro and Central Columbia here Friday in non-league swimming action, with the Lady Wildcats winning the meet-closing 400 free relay to secure the victory.

Athens Falls To Northeast Bradford, 55-47

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Northeast Bradford built an 11-point lead through the first three quarters in a 55-47 win over Athens here Friday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Athens Can't Dig Out Of Early Hole In 42-33 Loss To NEB

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ROME, Pa. - Northeast Bradford jumped out to an eight-point first-quarter lead, and Athens never recovered in a 42-33 loss here Thursday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Athens Ride Flurry Of Pins To 60-16 Win Over Towanda

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won nine of the 10 contested weight classes - all by fall - in a 60-16 win over Towanda here Wednesday night in NTL girls wrestling action.

Athens Rallies Late To Top Towanda, 43-30

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens closed out the match with four straight wins to rally for a 43-30 win over Towanda here Wednesday night in NTL wrestling action.

Athens Rides Hot Start To 72-19 Win Over Canton

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - Athens got off to a blazing hot start, and rolled to a 72-19 win over Canton here Wednesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Canton Rallies Past Athens, 31-25

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Canton closed the game strong, and rallied for a 31-25 win over Athens here Tuesday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Panek, Pettitt, Hicks Pace Athens' Efforts At Tunkhannock Invite

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

TUNKHANNOCK - Senior Evelyn Panek, and juniors Brayden Pettitt and Eli Hicks each registered four top-four finishes to pace Athens here Saturday at the Tunkhannock Swimming & Diving Invitational.

Nason, Rathbun Lead Athens To Second-Place Finish At Coal Cracker Invite

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

JIM THORPE, Pa. - Led by seniors Leah Nason and Hanna Rathbun, Athens sent four wrestlers to the podium and finished second in the team standings at the rugged Coal Cracker Girls Wrestling Invite.

Kemp, Friend Power Athens To 72-62 Win Over Towanda

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens coach Jim Lister has been pleased with his team\'s play on the defensive end. On Saturday afternoon, the Wildcat offense was on full display in a 72-62 win over Towanda in NTL boys basketball action.

Athens Rolls In 47-14 Rout Of Wellsboro

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens turned in a stellar performance on both ends of the floor in a 47-14 rout of Wellsboro here Friday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Advances Six To Quarterfinals; Leads 58-Team Field After Day 1 At Coal Cracker Invite

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

JIM THORPE, Pa. - Athens advanced six girls in the quarterfinals, and has five more alive in wrestlebacks after Friday action here at Coal Cracker Invite at Jim Thorpe High School.

Athens Rolls To 59-17 Win Over North Penn-Liberty

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY - Athens won the final 10 weight classes to overcome an early deficit on its way to a 59-17 win over North Penn-Liberty here Thursday night in NTL wrestling action.

Athens Shuts Down Wellsboro In 40-27 Win; Lister Logs 100th Career Win

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens turned in a strong defensive effort in a 40-27 win over Wellsboro here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

Offensive Struggles Leads To Athens' 41-26 Loss At Wyalusing

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens struggled on the offensive end of the floor for the majority of the game and Wyalusing took advantage in a 41-26 win here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Wyalusing Rolls Past Athens, 58-32

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Wyalusing took advantage of a cold shooting night by Athens, and rolled to a 58-32 win here Tuesday night in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Campbell, Comstock, Davidson Pace Athens' Efforts At Rugged Mid-Winter Mayhem Tourney

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

INDIANA, Pa. - Junior Zaine Campbell and first-year senior Brenden Comstock each registered four wins, but came up short of the podium here over the weekend at the rugged Mid-Winter Mayhem wrestling tournament at Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Division-Leading Troy Rolls Past Athens, 52-29

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Division-leading Troy remained unbeaten in league play with a 52-29 win over Athens here Friday night in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

Hobday Comes Up Big In Athens' 61-50 Win Over Troy

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Eli Hobday hit some key jumpers to help Athens build its lead, then made five straight free throws down the stretch to lead Athens to a 61-50 win over Troy here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

Athens Girls, Boys Post Wins Over Towanda

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The Athens girls and boys, thanks to five quad-winners, posted big wins over Towanda here Thursday afternoon in NTL swimming action.

Athens Tops Selinsgrove; Falls To Powerhouse Hughesville

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

SELINSGROVE - Athens pulled pulled out a win over Selinsgrove Wednesday night, but powerhouse Hughesville proved a bit too much as the Wildcats split a pair of girls wrestling duals.

Athens Tops Troy, 41-35

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Athens enjoyed an 18-point advantage in forfeits and that was the difference in the Wildcats\' 41-35 win over Troy here Wednesday night in NTL wrestling action at the Commons Building.

Athens Rides Strong Second Half To 44-34 Win Over NP-Mansfield

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens used a strong second half to rally for a 44-34 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Wednesday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

VanDyke Sets Tone For Athens In 39-21 Win Over Canton

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Freshman Chace VanDyke set the tone early for Athens with a big come-from-behind win, and the Wildcats won five of the next six matches to top Canton, 39-21, here Tuesday night in NTL wrestling action.

Williamsport Tops Athens, 35-28

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - After being shut down in the first half by Athens\' stingy defense, Williamsport turned the tables in the second half and rallied for a 35-28 win here Tuesday night in non-league girls basketball action.

NP-Mansfield Upends Athens, 46-44

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - North Penn-Mansfield took the lead late in the third quarter and made enough free throws in the fourth quarter to pull out a 46-44 win over Athens here Tuesday night in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Rathbun Wins Title; Athens Places Second At Curwensville Tournament

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

CURWENSVILLE, Pa. - Senior Hannah Rathbun won her fourth tournament title of the season and remains unbeaten. She led eight Wildcats to the podium in a second-place team finish here Saturday at the rugged Curwensville Tournament.

Pettitt Breaks Two Meet Record To Pace Strong Athens Showing At 'Keep The Beat Invite'

Sat, 03 Jan 2026 16:54:12 +0000

DIMOCK, Pa. - Junior Brayden Pettitt won four events, and set a pair of new meet records to lead the Athens swim teams in a strong showing here Friday at the Keep the Beat Invitational at Elk Lake High School.

Athens Holds Off Owego To Claim Chop Out Hunger Championship

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens overcame a slow start, then held off a late charge to defeat Owego, 35-32, to claim the title at the 2025 CHOP Out Hunger Holiday Basketball Tournament here Tuesday.

Athens Takes Shootout Over Candor To Win Chop Oout Hunger Championship

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Four Athens players and three more from Candor scored in double figures as the Wildcats won a 67-65 shootout at the 2025 CHOP Out Hunger Holiday Basketball Tournament here Tuesday.

Well-Rounded Effort Leads Athens Past Tioga

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens put together a well-rounded effort on the hardwood to roll past Tioga, 62-31, in the opening round of the 2025 CHOP Out Hunger Holiday Basketball Tournament here Monday.

Defense Highlights Athens' Rout Of Tioga

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens showcased an impressive defensive effort to rout Tioga, 54-16, in the opening round of the 2025 CHOP Out Hunger Holiday Basketball Tournament here Monday.

Athens Crowns Six Champs At Panther Valley Classic

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

CRESSON, Pa. - Athens crowned six champions and had three others finish in the top-four here Saturday in girls wrestling action at the Panther Valley Classic here on the campus of Mount Aloysius College.

Barrett Athens' Lone Place-Finisher At Rugged Panther Valley Classic

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

CRESSON, Pa. - Sophomore Treyton Barrett was Athens\' lone place-winner here Saturday in boys wrestling action at the rugged Panther Valley Classic here on the campus of Mount Aloysius College.

Offensive Woes In Second Half Doom Athens In 34-23 Loss To Towanda

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens led at the half, but went stone cold in the second half in a 34-23 loss to Towanda here Friday night in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

Athens Boys, Girls Sweep Towanda, Wellsboro

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Juniors Brayden Pettitt, Eli Hicks and Dominic Musick won four events apiece to lead the Athens boys to wins over Towanda and Wellsboro, while seniors Olivia Thompson and Evelyn Panek were quad-winner to pace the Lady Wildcats to a pair of wins in NTL swimming action here Thursday afternoon.

Athens Cruises To 63-32 Win Over Cowanesque Valley

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - Athens pulled away steadily for three quarters, then blew the game wide-open late in a 63-32 romp over Cowanesque Valley here Thursday night NTL boys basketball action.

Jarvis Sparks Athens In Rout Of Cowanesque Valley

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior McKenna Jarvis sparked a first-quarter blitz that propelled Athens in a 60-14 rout of Cowanesque Valley here Wednesday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Athens Bounces Back To Top NP-Liberty, 63-45

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens got out to a quick start, then pulled away in the second half of a 63-45 win over North Penn-Liberty here Tuesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Rathbun, Payne Win Titles; Lead Athens To Second-Place Finish At Queen Of The Hive Tournament

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

HONESDALE, Pa. - Senior Hanna Rathbun and freshman Skylynn Payne each won individual titles for the second weekend in a row, and led Athens to a second-place finish at the rugged Queen of the Hive Tournament.

Athens Comeback Falls Short In Loss To Newfield In Consolation Game Of JC Tip-Off Tourney

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

JOHNSON CITY - After falling behind by as many as 17 points, Athens closed the gap in the third quarter but came up short in a 60-48 loss to Newfield here Saturday afternoon in the consolation of the Johnson City Tip-Off Tournament.

Athens Falls To Norwich, 68-50, In Opening Round Of JC Tip-Off Tourney

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

JOHNSON CITY - Norwich used a strong second quarter to take control on its way to a 68-50 win over Athens here Thursday evening in the opening round of the Johnson City Tip-Off Tournament.

Thompson, Panek Pace Athens' Efforts Against Tunkhannock

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Olivia Thompson won four events, and senior Evelyn Panek was a triple-winner to pace Athens\' efforts against Tunkhannock in a non-scoring girls swim meet, while junior Brayden Pettitt logged the Wildcats\' only two wins against the powerhouse Tigers.

Williamson Takes Control Early In 44-29 Win Over Athens

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. - Williamson won six weight classes in a row early to take control on its way to a 44-29 win over Athens here Tuesday night in NTL wrestling action.

Athens Cruises To 60-19 Win Over Williamson In Season-Opener

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens got off to a fast start and cruised to a 60-19 season-opening win over Williamson here Monday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Athens Crowns Two Champs - Cooke And Barrett; Places Second At Jarvis Tournament

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Brendan Cooke and sophomore Treyton Barrett each won weight-class titles here Saturday at the annual Jarvis Memorial Wrestling Tournament, while four of their teammates were runners-up.

Athens Crowns Three Champs; Wins Team Title At Jarvis Tournament

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens crowned three champs - senior Hanna Rathbun, junior Joyce Clink, and freshman Skylynn Payne - and had two runners-up, and won the team title here Saturday at the annual Jarvis Memorial Girls Wrestling Tournament.

Athens Drops 40-24 Decision To Central Martinsburg In Colsolation Game of Central Mountain Tip-Off Tournament

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MILL HALL, Pa. - Athens struggled from the field at the the halftime break, and Central Martinsburg used a 13-3 third-quarter run to blow open a tie game en route to a 40-24 win here Saturday in the consolation game of the Central Mountain Girls Basketball Tip-Off Tournament.

Hicks, Pettitt Lead Athens Boys To Third-Place Finish At Blue Jay First Chance Invite; Lady 'Cats Place Fifth

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG - Junior Eli Hicks earned Athens\' lone win, and junior Brayden Pettitt posted four top-three finishes to lead the Wildcats to a third-place finish in the boys portion of the Bluejay First Chance Invitational, while the Athens girls finished fifth in the team standings.

Brookville Tops Athens, 48-34, In Opening Round Of Central Mountain Tip-Off Tourney

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MILL HALL, Pa. - Brookville jumped out to a quick lead, and pulled away for a 48-34 win over Athens here Friday night in the opening round of the Central Mountain Tip-Off Tournament.

Athens Blanks Wellsboro, 63-0, In Season-Opener

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won all seven contested weight classes, including six by first-period falls, in a season-opening, 63-0, whitewashing of Wellsboro here Thursday night in NTL wrestling action.

Athens Falls In Season-Opener At Johnson City, 49-33

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:54:12 +0000

JOHNSON CITY - Athens got off to a slow start and never recovered in a 49-33 season-opening setback to Johnson City here Wednesday night in non-league girls basketball action.

Athens Swept By District 2 Champ Berwick In Opening Round Of Class 3A Playoffs

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - District 2 champion Berwick got off to quick starts in each of the first two sets and rolled to a sweep of Athens here Tuesday night in the opening round of the PIAA, Class 3A volleyball playoffs.

Athens' Vough Pleased With First Trip To States; Finishes 72nd In Class 3A Race

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY - Athens sophomore Alissa Vough ran to a top 75-finish at the PIAA, Class AA Girlsâ€™ Cross-country Championships here Saturday on the Hershey Parkview 5K course.

Jersey Shore Rolls Over Athens In Class 4a Semis

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 16:54:12 +0000

JERSEY SHORE - Bo Sechrist ran for six TDs to key Jersey Shore\'s offensive onslaught in a 73-14 win over Athens here Friday night in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 4A football playoffs.

Athens Sweeps Danville To Win First District Title In 20 Years

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens got off to strong starts in each of the three sets in a dominant sweep of Danville to win its first District 4 title in 20 years here Wednesday night at Williamsport High School.

Athens Drops Season Finale At Bloomsburg

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG - Bloomsburg scored late in the game to break a tie and post a 3-2 win over Athens here Saturday in non-league girls soccer action.

Athens Sweeps NEB For Third Straight Win

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ROME, Pa. - Athens swept past Northeast Bradford for its third straight win here Saturday afternoon in NTL volleyball action.

Davidson, Defense Carries Athens To 41-14 Win Over Muncy

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Connor Davidson ran for three TDs, and the Athens defense accounted for two TDs as the Wildcats raced out to a 34-0 lead on its way to a 41-14 \"Senior Night\" win here Friday night in NTL football action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Dominant In Sweep Of Cowanesque Valley

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - Athens used a dominant performance to post its second win in a row, sweeping past Cowanesque Valley here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens Tops Canton In Four Sets

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won the final two sets to pull out a hard-fought, four-set Senior Night win over Canton here Tuesday night in NTL volleyball action.

Patton's Hat Trick Leads Athens To 5-1 Win Over Tioga

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Delanie Patton netted a hat trick to lead Athens to a 5-1 Senior Night win over Tioga here Monday evening in non-league girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Second-Half Penalty Kick Dooms Athens In 1-0 Loss To Horseheads In Regular Season Finale

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Horseheads scored on a penalty kick midway through the second half to break a scoreless tie in a 1-0 win over Athens in non-league boys soccer action here Tuesday night.

Athens Pulls Away For 56-28 Homecoming Win Over Wyalusing

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens pulled away in the second half, but it was a series of plays right before the end of the first half that seemed to turn the momentum totally in Athens\' favor in its 56-28 Homecoming win over Wyalusing in NTL Large School football action here Saturday afternoon.

Athens' Hicks Punches Ticket To States With Second-Place Finish At Class 3A Champiomships; Athens' Owen Post Best Round On Day 2, Finishes Third

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens junior Eli Hicks finished second at the District 4, Class AAA Boys Golf Championships, while sophomore Ty Owen posted the best round of the day to move up the leaderboard to third place here at the Williamsport Country Club.

Vough, Shores Ppst Top-10 Finishes; Athens Girls, Boys Both Place Sixth At Bob Greene Invite

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

NEWARK VALLEY - Sophomore Alissa Vough and junior Jacob Shores posted top-10 finishes to lead the Athens girls and boys to sixth-place finishes here Friday afternoon at the Bob Greene Cross Country Invitational.

Hicks Leads Class 3A Field, Owen Makes Cut To Play In Day 2

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MONTGOMERY - Athens junior Eli Hicks leads after Day 1 of the District 4, Class AAA boys golf championships, and sophomore Ty Owen also made the cut here at White Deer Golf Course.

North Penn-Liberty Dashes Athens' Unbeaten League Season With 1-0 Overtime Win

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - North Penn-Liberty dashed Athens\' hopes of an unbeaten and unscored upon league season with a 1-0 overtime win here Thursday in NTL boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Swept By Dallas In Non-League Tilt

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

DALLAS, Pa. - After a long drive, Athens came up short in a 3-0 loss to Dallas here Thursday night in non-league volleyball action.

Athens Blanks Galeton, 2-0; Clinches First NTL Title Since 2021

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

GALETON - Athens battled the weather and a pesky Galeton squad, winning a 2-0 decision here Tuesday night to clinch its first NLT boys soccer title since 2021.

Athens Finishes Fourth At Volley In The Valley JV Tournament

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens hosted and placed fourth in the second annual Volley in the Valley JV Tournament here Saturday.

Davidson Throws School-Record Six TD Passes In Athens' 54-7 Win Over Towanda

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Junior QB Connor Davidson threw for what is believed to be a school-record six TDs to lead Athens to a 54-7 win over Towanda here Friday night in NTL Large School Division football action at the Endless Mountains Sports Complex.

Athens Pulls Out 2-1 Lead At Chenango Valley

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

BINGHAMTON - Senior Lizzie Gorsline buried a long free kick into the back of the net with 6 1/2 minutes remaining in the game to lift Athens to a 2-1 win over Chenango Valley here Friday night in non-league girls soccer action.

Mansfield Shuts Down Athens, 2-0

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Brooke Wilcox scored a pair of goals to lift North Penn-Mansfield to a 2-0 win over Athens here Thursday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Wins First Set; Wellsboro Rallies For 3-1 Win

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens pulled out a hard-fought win in the first set, but Wellsboro re-group to win the next three sets for a 3-1 win here Thursday night in NTL Large School volleyball action.

Hicks Leads Athens To Runner-Up Finish At Class 3A Championships

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MONTGOMERY - Athens junior Eli Hicks shot a 77, but Jersey Shore had Shore had three golfers shoot 77 or better to win the District 4, Class 3A golf title here Wednesday afternoon at White Deer Golf Course.

Athens Blanks Towanda, 3-0, For 11th Shutout Of Season

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Three different Athens players found the net, two off assists from freshman Chase Gombocz, in a 3-0 win over Towanda here Wednesday night in the \"Kick Out Cancer\" game here at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Rides Early PK To 1-0 Win Over Wellsboro

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Junior Delanie Patton converted a penalty kick about five minutes into the game, and the Athens defense made it stand in a 1-0 win over Wellsboro here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Avenges Early-Season Loss; Beats Towanda In Four Sets

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens avenged an early-season loss with a 3-1 win over Towanda here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Athens Girls Win Two Of Three At Towanda Quad Meet; Athens Boys Go 0-3

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Towanda had five of the top five finishers to go 3-0 in the girls race, but sophomore Alissa Vough\'s third-place finish led Athens to a pair of wins here Tuesday in NTL cross country action. The Athens boy were 0-3 on the day.

Athens Drops 2-0 Decision To State-Ranked Maine-Endwell

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ENDWELL - Athens battled for 80 minutes, but dropped a 2-0 decision to state-ranked Maine-Endwell here Monday night in non-league boys soccer action.

Liverpool Edges Athens, 1-0, At Hall Of Fame Tournament

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ONEONTA - Liverpool scored early in the second half to pull out a 1-0 win over Athens here Sunday afternoon at the Hall of Fame Tournament.

Athens' Shores Lead Valley Contingent At Prestigious McQuaid Invite

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ROCHESTER - The Waverly and Athens boys both placed in the top-20 here Saturday morning in the Varsity A-1 (Small School) race at the prestigious McQuaid Invitational here at Genesee Valley Park.

Athens Sweeps Selinsgrove To Snap Six-Game Losing Streak

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens snapped a six-game losing streak with a sweep of Selinsgrove here Saturday afternoon in non-league volleyball action.

Athens, Wellsboro Battle To 0-0 Double-OT Deadlock

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens and Wellsboro battled through 100 minutes to a 0-0 double-overtime tie here Saturday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

Williamsport Rides Fast Start To 6-1 Win Over Athens

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Williamsport jumped out to a 3-0 first-half lead, and added three more goals in the second half in a 6-1 win over Athens here Saturday in non-league girls soccer action.

Athens Battles Back In 35-22 Win Over Wellsboro

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens had its back against the wall midway through the third quarter, but behind a dominating offensive line, senior Karson Sipley rushed for four TDs in the final 15 minutes of the game to lift Athens to a 35-22 win over Wellsboro here Friday night in NTL Large School Division football action.

Late Surge Lifts Troy To 5-2 Win Over Athens

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Troy scored three goals in the second half to pull away from Athens in a 5-2 win here Thursday night in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Starts Fast, But Troy Prevails In Four Sets

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens got off to a quick start, but Troy regrouped to win a 3-1 decision here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Gombocz Powers Athens In 2-0 Win Over Williamson

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Freshman Chase Gombocz scored one goal and assisted on the other goal, and the Athens defense posted another shutout in a 2-0 win over Williamson here Wednesday night in NTL boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Rides Defense To 2-1 Win Over Wyalusing

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens rode a strong defensive effort and a pair of timely goals to a 2-1 win over Wyalusing here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action.

Athens Back On The Defensive; Edges Williamson, 1-0

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. - Senior Chase Ingram scored late in the first half, and the Athens defense made it stand for more than 48 minutes in a 1-0 win over Williamson in a key NTL boys soccer battle here Saturday afternoon.

Davidson, Sipley Leads Athens In 54-13 Rout Of North Penn-Mansfield

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

BLOSSBURG, Pa. - Junior Connor Davidson threw for three scores, and ran for another, and senior Karson Sipley also accounted for four TDs as Athens raced out to a 34-0 halftime lead on its way to a 54-13 win over previously-unbeaten North Penn-Mansfield here Friday night in NTL Large School football action.

Vough Finishes In Top-10 At Dash In The Dark Invite

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

OWEGO - Athens sophomore Alissa Vough ran to a top-10 finish to lead the Lady Wildcats to a fifth-place finish in the Large School Division here Friday night at the \"Dash in the Dark\" girls cross country invitational.

Athens' Shores Leads Valley Contingent At Dash In The Dark

Sat, 20 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

OWEGO - Athens junior Jacob Shores posted a top-20 finish to lead the Valley contingent, which also included runners from Waverly and Tioga, here at the second annual \"Dash in the Dark\" at Owego Free Academy.

Athens Pulls Out 2-1 Win Over Wyalusing

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Abby Burgess netted the game-winner late in the game to lift Athens to a 2-1 win over Wyalusing here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens' Vough, Shores Run To First-Place Finishes At Tri-Meet

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens sophomore Alissa Vough and junior Jacob Shores each notched first-place finishes here Tuesday afternoon in an NTL cross country tri-meet.

Troy Blanks Athens, 2-0, In Key Early-Season Battle

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

EAST TROY - Troy took a major step toward its sixth straight NTL girls soccer title Wednesday afternoon with a 2-0 win over Athens.

Athens Girls Top Wellsboro; Boys Fall

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Wellsboro claimed two of the top three spots, but Athens\' depth prevailed in a 25-35 win here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls cross country action, while the Wildcat boys dropped a 21-35 decision.

Owen Paces Athens In Wins Over Canton, CV

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - Sophomore Ty Owen shot even-par to lead Athens to wins over Canton and Cowanesque Valley here Monday in NTL golf action at the River Valley Golf Course.

Athens Drops Five-Set Classic To Towanda

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won two of the first three sets, but Towanda rallied for a 3-2 win here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Athens Blanks Troy, 4-0; Runs Record To 4-0

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens was dominant defensively, and sophomore Patrick Umber and senior Chase Ingram highlighted the highest-scoring game of the year for the Wildcats in a 4-0 win over Troy here Tuesday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

Patton Powers Athens To 2-1 Win Over NP-Mansfield

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - Junior Delanie Patton scored two goals to lift Athens to a 2-1 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Saturday in NTL Large School Division girls soccer action.

Vough, Shores Pace Athens At Forbes Invitational

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ONEONTA - Sophomore Alissa Vough ran to a fifth-place finish, and junior Jacob Shores had a top-20 finish to pace Athens here Saturday at the Dave Forbes Cross Country Invitational.

Athens Rides Fast Start, Five TDs By Davidson To 56-22 Win Over Canton

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens could not have gotten off to a better start, scoring three touchdowns in the first 5 1/2 minutes of the game on its way to a 56-22 shellacking of Canton here Friday night in NTL Large School football action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens' Rally Falls Short In Five-Set Loss To North Penn-Liberty

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens rallied from a 2-0 deficit, but North Penn-Liberty regrouped to pull out a five-set win here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Athens Falls To Wellsboro, Ties With North Penn-Mansfield

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Wellsboro took advantage of its home course to notch wins over Athens and North Penn-Mansfield here Wednesday afternoon in NTL golf action at the Tyoga Country Club.

Athens Blanks Wellsboro, 2-0; Improves To 3-0

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens scored a pair of second-half goals, sandwiched around junior Zach Fisher stop of a Wellsboro penalty kick, in the Wildcats\' 2-0 win here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division boys soccer action.

Athens Sweeps Waverly For First Win Of Season

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WAVERLY - Athens got off to a fast start and cruised to a sweep of Waverly here Tuesday night in non-league volleyball action.

Athens Girls Earn Split In Tri-Meet; Wildcat Boys Drop A Pair

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The Athens girls earned a split, topping Northeast Bradford, but falling to Sullivan County, while the Wildcat boys dropped a pair of decisions here Tuesday afternoon in the season-opening cross country tri-meet at Round Top Park.

Athens Shuts Down Elk Lake In 2-0 Win

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens used stifling defense to post a dominant 2-0 win over Elk Lake here Saturday afternoon in non-league boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Cruises Past Northwest Area, 49-20

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

SHICKSHINNY, Pa. - Athens rolled up 475 yards in total offense, and forced five turnovers on defense in racing out to a 49-6 lead on its way to a 49-20 win over Northwest Area here Friday night in NTL football action.

Athens Bounces Back To Top Towanda, 1-

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Olivia Thompson scored the game\'s only goal midway through the first half, and that was all the Athens defense needed in a 1-0 win over Towanda here Thursday night in NTL girls soccer win.

Athens Wins First Set; Troy Rallies For 3-1 Win

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Athens started fast with a win in the first set, but defending Large School champion Troy rallied to win the next three sets for a 3-1 win here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens Blanks NEB, 1-0, In Season-Opener; Reynard Notches First Career Coaching Win

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ROME - Senior Chase Ingram broke a scoreless tie early in the second half, and the Athens defense made it stand in a 1-0 season-opening win over Northeast Bradford here Wednesday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

Athens Notches Wins Over Sayre, Wyalusing

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WAVERLY - Junior Eli Hicks fired an even-par 37 to lead Athens to wins over Wyalusing and Sayre here Wednesday afternoon in NTL golf action on the front nine at Shepard Hills.

Wellsboro Blanks Athens, 2-0, In Season-Opener

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Wellsboro scored in the 15th minute of the game, and made it stand, adding an insurance goal late in a 2-0 season-opening win over Athens here Tuesday in a key early-season NTL girls soccer match-up.

Wyalusing Sweeps Athens In Season Opener

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Wyalusing pulled out a hard-fought win in the first set on its way to a season-opening sweep of Athens here Tuesday night in NTL volleyball action.

Davidson Powers Athens In 47-27 Thrashing Of South Williamsport In Season Opener

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Connor Davidson threw for four TDs, and ran for another to lead Athens to a 47-27 season-opening win over South Williamsport here Friday night in non-league football action at Alumni Stadium.

Towanda Wins Third In A Row; Edges Athens By 1 Stroke

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Towanda made it three in a row, but just barely, edging Athens by 1 stroke Monday in the third NTL golf match of the season here at the Tyoga Country Club.

Towanda Makes It Two In A Row; Athens Finishes Second At River Valley

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - Towanda made it two in a row, topping runner-up Athens by 26 strokes here Thursday morning at River Valley Golf Course in the second NTL golf match of the season.

Towanda Puts An End To Athens' 22-Match League Win Streak

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Towanda had home-field advantage, and took advantage of it to post a first-place finish here in the first NTL match of 2025 at the Towanda Country Club, snapping Athens\' 22-match league win streak.

Athens Wins First-Ever District 4 Title; Tops Central Columbia, 4-1

Fri, 30 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

W\'PORT - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley had another outstanding performance in the pitcher\'s circle, and senior Gretchen Schmieg contributed the \"biggest hit of her life\" to lift Athens to a 4-1 win over Central Columbiahere Thursday afternoon at Elm Park.

Burgess Runs PR To Earn Fourth-Place Medal At Class 3A Championships

Sun, 25 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

SHIPPENSBURG - Coming into this season, Athens junior Abby Burgess knew the odds of getting on to the PIAA Track and Field state podium this year were longer due to them moving up to Class 3A. Still, the junior snuck into the 100-meter finals, then moved up from the eighth seed to finish fourth in the state in 12.12 seconds here Saturday at Shippensburg University.

Hiley Powers Athens In 2-0 Win Over Jersey Shore, And Into First District Championship Game Since 2015

Sun, 25 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

W\'PORT - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley spun a 1-hitter, and her base-running in the first inning created all the runs Athens would need in a 2-0 win over Jersey Shore here Saturday afternoon in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 4A softball playoffs here at Elm Park.

Burgess Qualifies For 100-Meter Dash Finals; Guaranteed Of State Medal

Sat, 24 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

SHIPPENSBURG - Athens junior Abby Burgess has had her fair share of near-misses in her track and field career, but at the PIAA Track and Field Championships Friday she came out on the bright side of a close shave, earning a spot in the Class AAA 100-meter finals by .01 seconds.

Montoursville Rides Pair Of Big Innings To 11-1 Win Over Athens In Class 4A Semis

Wed, 21 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens sophomore Brendan Cooke hit a towering home run in the top of the second inning to tie the score, but the rest of the game was all Montoursville.

Babcock Punches Ticket To States; Wins High Jump Gold At Class 3A Championships

Fri, 16 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Senior Jase Babcock cleared a personal-best height in the high jump and punched his ticket to the PIAA Championships with a gold-medal performance here Thursday at Day 1 of the District 4, Class 3A Track & Field Championships.

Athens Drops Regular-Season Finale, 9-6, At Hughesville

Fri, 16 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

HUGHESVILLE - Hughesville raced out to an early lead, and held on to beat Athens, 9-6, here Thursday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

Athens Outslugs Canton In 15-7 Win

Thu, 15 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - Athens jumped on Canton early, but needed a late surge to pull away for a 15-7 six-inning win here Wednesday afternoon in NTL baseball action.

Maddie Hiley Tosses No-Hitter; Athens Blanks Canton, 11-0

Thu, 15 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - In just her second start of the season, junior Maddie Hiley tossed a no-hitter to lead Athens to an 11-0 five-inning win over Canton here Wednesday afternoon in NTL softball action.

Athens Weathers Trouble To Top Wellsboro, 5-1

Wed, 14 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley pitched out of trouble on several occasions, helping Athens to a 5-1 win over Wellsboro in NTL Large School Division softball action here on a rainy Tuesday afternoon.

Hiley's 2-Hitter Leads Athens To Its School-Record 16th Win Of Season

Tue, 13 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley tossed a 2-hitter to lead Athens to a school-record 16th victory - a 3-0 win over South Williamsport - here Monday afternoon in non-league softball action.

Wellsboro Knocks Off Athens, 8-5

Mon, 12 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The Mascho brothers - Max and Marek - combined to limit Athens to three hits, helping Wellsboro to a come-from-behind, 8-5, win here Sunday afternoon in NTL baseball action.

Bronson, Burgess Lead Athens To 10th Straight League Championship

Sat, 10 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Sara Bronson and junior Abby Burgess each had two first-place and two second-place finishes to lead Athens to its 10th straight NTL Championship here Friday afternoon at the league meet at Alumni Stadium.

Ankam, Wanck, Babcock Lead Athens To Second-Place Finish At League Meet

Sat, 10 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Ronel Ankam logged Athens\' only individual win, and two relays also earned gold to help the Wildcats to a second-place finish here Friday at the NTL Boys Track & Field Championships at Alumni Stadium.

Davidson Throws 2-Hitter; Athens Blanks CV, 12-0

Fri, 09 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD - Sophomore Connor Davidson tossed a 2-hitter, and received plenty of offensive support in Athens\' 12-0 five-inning win over Cowanesque Valley here Thursday afternoon in NTL baseball action.

Athens Pounds Out 19-3 Win Over Cowanesque Valley

Fri, 09 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD - Athens banged out 15 hits, played flawless defense, and scored 11 runs in the seventh inning to beat Cowanesque Valley, 19-3, here Thursday in NTL softball action.

Thetga's Walk-Off Single Caps Wildcats' Comeback Win Over NP-M

Thu, 08 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - North Penn-Mansfield rallied with five runs in the top of the seventh, but sophomore Duncan Thetga\'s walk-off RBI single in the home half capped Athens\' wild 8-7 win here Wednesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

NP-L Hands Athens First Loss Of Season; Avenges Early-Season Loss

Thu, 08 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - North Penn-Liberty scored the game\'s only run in the second inning to win a battle of 1-hitters in a 1-0 win over Athens here Wednesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division action.

Athens Holds Off Milton, 5-3

Tue, 06 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens jumped out to a 5-0 lead, and held on for a 5-3 win over Milton here Monday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

Wheeler Tosses 1-Hitter; Athens Rolls Past Wyalusing, 11-1

Fri, 02 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored early and often in support of sophomore Kam Wheeler\'s strong pitching performance in an 11-1 six-inning win over Wyalusing here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

Homers By Jarvis, Finan Back Hiley's 1-Hitter; Athens Edges Wyalusing, 3-1

Fri, 02 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Unbeaten Athens played long ball in support of sophomore Gretchan Hiley\'s 1-hitter in a 3-1 win over a much-improved Wyalusing here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

Athens Rolls Over Hornell, 15-0; Improves To 13-0

Thu, 01 May 2025 16:54:12 +0000

HORNELL - Athens scored two runs in the top of the first inning, then added runs in bunches on its way to a 15-0 win over Hornell here Wednesday afternoon in non-league softball action.

Athens Wins Central Columbia Tournament

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG - Unbeaten Athens kept rolling with wins over Central Columbia and Berwick here Sunday at the Central Columbia Softball Tournament.

Wanck, Burgess, Bronson Lead Athens At Lasagna Invite

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Sophomore Graham Wanck led the Athens boys to a fifth-place finish here Friday at a rainy Lasagna Track & Field Invite, while junior double-winner Abby Burgess and senior Sara Bronson helped the Lady Wildcats to a fourth-place finish.

Flynn Powers Athens In 14-2 Win Over Sayre

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Sophomore Brady Flynn tossed a complete game, and powered Athens at the plate in a 14-2 six-inning win over Sayre here Friday afternoon in NTL baseball action at Riverfront Park.

Hiley's 1-Hitter, Paul's Homer Lifts Unbeaten Athens To 1-0 Win Over Troy

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

EAST TROY - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley pitched her fourth shutout of the season - a one-hit gem, and freshman Memphis Paul provided the offense to lead Athens to a 1-0 win over Troy here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School softball action.

Errors Prove Costly As Athens Drops 8-4 Decision At Troy For First League Loss Of Season

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

EAST TROY - Athens could not overcome seven errors as Troy handed the Wildcats their first NTL loss of the season here Thursday in Large School Division baseball action.

Athens Girls, Boys Both Win Quad Meet

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Sara Bronson and junior Abby Burgess were four-time winners to lead the Lady Wildcats to wins over Troy, Wyalusing, and Sayre, while the Athens boys used superior depth to pull out three wins here Tuesday in NTL track & field action at Alumni Stadium.

Hiley Tosses Another Gem; Athens Blanks NEB, 4-0

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ROME - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley continued her dominance in the pitcher\'s circle in leading Athens to a 4-0 win over Northeast Bradford here Tuesday afternoon in NTL softball action.

Bronson, Burgess Turn In Strong Performances At Roddick Invitational

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

SHIPPENSBURG - Athens junior Abby Burgess and senior Sara Bronson each placed in one event, and Bronson did so in record-breaking fashion here Saturday at the 98th annual Roddick Invitational at Shippensburg University.

Strong Pitching Carries Athens To Wins Over Towanda, Edison In Same Day

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Connor Davidson and junior Nick Grazul each turned in strong pitching performances to lead Athens to wins over Towanda and Thomas A. Edison Saturday afternoon in baseball action.

Athens Tops NP-Liberty; Snaps 50-Game Regular-Season Win Streak

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - It had been nearly three years since North Penn-Liberty lost a regular-season game, but unbeaten Athens ended NP-L\'s 50-game win streak here Friday afternoon with a 5-1 win in NTL Large School softball action.

Williamsport Hands Athens First Loss, 10-9, In Walk-Off Fashion

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens rallied to take the lead in the top of the sixth inning, but Williamsport pulled out a 10-9 walk-off win with a pair of runs in the bottom of the seventh here Thursday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

Athens Blanks Tioga, 13-0, In Battle Of Unbeatens

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA CENTER - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley pitched four strong innings, and Athens took control of the game in the second inning on its way to a 13-0 five-inning non-league softball win over Tioga here Thursday afternoon.

Burgess Leads Athens Girls To Win; Athens Boys Also Top Towanda

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Abby Burgess won four events to lead the Lady Wildcats to a narrow win over Towanda, while the Athens boys had multiple double-winners to top the Black Knights here Tuesday afternoon in NTL track & field action at Alumni Stadium.

Grazul Dominant On Mound In Leading Athens To 7-0 Win Over Towanda At PNC Field

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MOOSIC, Pa. - Junior Nick Grazul mowed down Towanda batters in six innings of two-hit ball to lead unbeaten Athens to a 7-0 win over Towanda here Sunday evening in NTL baseball action at PNC Field.

Hiley Tosses 2-Hitter; Athens Blanks Williamson, 7-0

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley was nearly unhittable, leading Athens to a 7-0 win over Williamson here Wednesday afternoon in NTL softball action.

Davidson Tosses Four-Inning Gem; Athens Blanks Williamson, 12-0

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Connor Davidson pitched four strong innings, and Athens scored a crooked number in each of its four at-bats in a five-inning, 12-0, win over Williamson here Wednesday afternoon in NTL baseball action.

Athens Boys, Girls Post Big Wins Over Canton

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Ryan Cook and sophomore Graham Wanck each won three events to lead the Athens boys to a lopsided win over Canton, while the Lady Wildcats also posted a win in NTL track & field action here on a frigid Tuesday afternoon.

Athens Puts Game Away Late; Tops Sayre, 8-1

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored four runs in the bottom of the sixth inning to put away a hard-fought, 8-1, win over Sayre here Thursday night in NTL baseball action.

Athens Strikes Early; Tops Sayre, 11-1, In Five Innings

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens took a commanding lead early, and cruised to an 11-1 five-inning win over Sayre here Thursday afternoon in NTL softball action.

Cooke's Heroics Lifts Athens To 9-6 Extra-Inning Win Over North Penn-Mansfield

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Brendan Cooke\'s two-RBI single up the middle in the top of the eighth lifted Athens an 9-6 extra-inning win over North Penn-Mansfield here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School baseball action.

Athens Runs Record To 4-0; Tops Wyalusing 17-4

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens scored two runs in the top of the first inning, then blew the game open in the second on its way to a 17-4 win over Wyalusing here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School softball action.

Athens Pounds Out 19-4 Win Over Wyalusing; Improves To 3-0

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens scored in every inning, including a nine-run outburst in the second inning, en route to a 19-4 four-inning win over Wyalusing here Thursday in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

Athens Opens SEASON With Convincing Wins Over Wyalusing

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - The Athens boys and girls both posted convincing season-opening wins over Wyalusing here on a chilly Monday afternoon in NTL Large School track & field action.

Athens Rides Big Inning To 16-10 Win Over Wellsboro

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens plated 10 runs in the top of the fourth inning to blow open a one-run game on its way to a 16-10 slugfest win here Monday afternoon in NTL baseball action.

Athens Tops Wellsboro, 10-4; Improves To 4-0

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens scored plenty of runs early on its way to a 10-4 win over Wellsboro here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School softball action.

Athens Snaps Losing Streak Against Troy With 5-3 Win

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens hasn\'t had much luck against Troy recently, but that all changed Monday as they jumped out early, and held on late to beat the Trojans, 5-3, during NTL Large School softball action.

Athens Pounds Out 14-4 Win Over Defending Division Champ Troy

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored seven runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to walk-off with a 14-4 five-inning win over defending division champion Troy in its season-opener here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School baseball action.

Hiley Tosses 2-Hit Gem; Athens Blanks Towanda, 2-0, In Season Opener

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Gretchan Hiley opened the season with a dominant performance to lead Athens to a 2-0 win over Towanda here on a windy Saturday afternoon in NTL softball action.

Campbell, Barrett Win Titles; Athens Advances 10 To North East Regionals

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Sophomore Zaine Campbell and freshman Treyton Barrett won titles, and Athens advanced 10 wrestlers to next weekend\'s North East Regionals here Saturday at the District 4, Class 3A wrestling championships at Williamsport High School.

Slow Start Dooms Athens In 64-35 Loss To Jersey Shore In Class 4A Quarterfinals

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

JERSEY SHORE - Athens got off to a slow start, and never recovered in a 64-35 loss to Jersey Shore here Thursday night in the quarterfinals of the District 4, Class 4A girls basketball playoffs.

Athens Crowns Three Champs, Advances Eight To Regionals

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens crowned three champs - senior Emma Renninger, junior Leah Nason, and sophomore Abigail Wagner, and advanced eight girls to Regionals here Saturday afternoon, while placing second at the District 4 Girls Wrestling Championships at Williamsport High School.

Jarvis, Wheeler Come Through In Clutch; Athens Tops Wyalusing, 39-35

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore McKenna Jarvis scored five straight points early in the fourth quarter to give Athens the lead for good, and senior Addison Wheeler nailed down a 39-35 win over Wyalusing with four free throws in the final 15 seconds here Monday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Rides Big Second Half To 65-45 Win Over Blue Ridge

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

NEW MILFORD, Pa. - Athens played four quarters of \"intense\" defense, and the offense caught up in the second half of a 65-45 win over Blue Ridge here Monday night in non-league boys basketball action.

Panek, Record-Breaking Boys Relay Pace Athens' Efforts At Williamsport

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Junior Evelyn Panek logged Athens\' only win here Saturday at the Williamsport Swimming & Diving Invitational, while the Wildcat foursome of seniors Ethan Hicks and Ronel Ankam and sophomores Brayden Pettitt and Eli Hicks set a new school record in the 400-yard freestyle relay.

Mount Carmel Pulls Away In Fourth Quarter Of 70-47 Win Over Athens

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Mount Carmel used a big fourth quarter to blow open a close game en route to a 70-47 win over Athens here Saturday afternoon in non-league boys basketball action.

Athens Hangs Tough In 71-52 Loss To Division Champion Troy

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Division champion Troy used a strong fourth quarter to put away a game Athens team in a 71-52 win here Friday night in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Athens Drops 35-29 Decision To Warrior Run

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TURBOTVILLE, Pa. - Warrior Run won four of the last five matches here Wednesday night to pull out a 35-29 win over Athens in non-league wrestling action.

Athens Hangs Tough In 50-39 Loss To Division Champ Troy

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Troy took the lead early on its way to a 50-39 win over a pesky Athens squad here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

North Penn-Mansfield Rides Fast Start To 67-46 Win Over Athens

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - North Penn-Mansfield jumped out to a 10-point first quarter lead en route to a 67-46 win over Athens here Wednesday night in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Athens Boys, Girls Post Big Wins Over Bloomsburg

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomores Brayden Pettitt and Eli Hicks, and senior Ethan Hicks won four events apiece to lead the Athens boys to a 106-50 win over Bloomsburg, while juniors Evelyn Panek and Olivia Thompson were triple-winners to lead the Lady Wildcats to a 90-59 win here Thursday in non-league swimming & diving action.

Athens Jumps Out To Big Lead, Holds Off NP-Mansfield Late For 47-40 Win

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored the first 14 points the game, then fended off a North Penn-Mansfield second-half comeback attempt in a 47-40 win here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Places Second At Williamsport Girls Showcase

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Senior Emma Renninger was Athens\' lone champion, but seven of her teammates also reached the podium to lead the Wildcats to a second-place finish here Saturday afternoon at the Williamsport Girls Wrestling Showcase.

Athens Rides Fast Start To 56-26 Win Over Wellsboro

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens jumped out to an early double-digit lead, and cruised to a 56-26 win over Wellsboro here Saturday afternoon in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Falls To Shik In Finals Of Class 3A Duals

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MILTON - Top-seeded Athens rolled over Williamsport in the semifinals, but second-seed Shikellamy got off to a fast start on its way to a 43-20 win over the Wildcats in the championship match of the District 4, Class AAA Duals here Saturday afternoon.

Defense Again Carries Athens; 'Cats Avenge Early-Season Loss With 45-41 Win Over Towanda

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Juniors Nick Grazul and Adam Kemp spark Athens in a big third quarter that propelled the Wildcats to a 45-41 win over Towanda here Friday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

Athens Boys, Girls Pick Up Wins Over Towanda, Wellsboro On Senior Night

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The Athens boys and girls celebrated Senior Night with big wins over Wellsboro and Towanda here Thursday in NTL swimming action.

Towanda Avenges Early-Season Loss With 47-37 Win Over Athens

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens led at the half, but Towanda used a strong second half to post a 47-37 win here Thursday night in NTL Large School girls basketball.

Athens Rides Defense To 51-31 Win Over Sayre

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sayre led by one point after the first quarter, but Athens\' defense dominated the next two quarters, and its offense took over in the final stanza of a 51-31 win here Wednesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Athens Boys, Girls Post Big Wins Over Lewisburg

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Ethan Hicks, and sophomore Brayden Pettitt and Eli Hicks were quad-winners to lead the Athens boys to a big win over Lewisburg, while juniors Elizabeth Denlinger, Olivia Thompson, and Evelyn Panek were triple-winners to lead the Lady Wildcats to a victory in non-league swimming action.

Early Threes Propel Athens To Big Win Over Sayre

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Athens dialed up long-distance early, and led by 14 after the first quarter on its way to a 60-13 win over Sayre here Tuesday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Athens Tops Wyalusing, 45-36; Improves To 13-3 On Season

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - After three quarters of back-and-forth basketball, Athens used a strong fourth quarter to pull out a 45-36 win over Wyalusing here Monday night in NTL junior varsity boys basketball action.

Wheeler's Career Night Leads Athens To 47-24 Win Over Trumansburg

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Addy Wheeler posted a double-double, including a career-high 25 points, to lead Athens to a 47-24 win over Trumansburg here Monday night in non-league girls basketball action.

Fourth-Quarter Run Lifts Athens To 47-38 Win Over Wyalusing

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - After playing even for three quarters, Athens turned up the defensive pressure, and pulled out a 47-38 win over Wyalusing here Monday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

Babcock Delivers In Final Seconds; Athens Tops NEB, 50-45

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ROME - Jase Babcock scored five points in the last 30 seconds to propel Athens past NEB, 50-45, in a defensive battle during NTL boys\' hoops action Friday.

Campbell Reaches Quarterfinals At Coal Crakcer; Three Other Wildcats Alive In Wrestlebacks

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

LEHIGHTON, Pa. - Sophomore Zaine Campbell reached the quarterfinals, and three of his teammates are still alive in the consolation bracket after Day 1 of action here Friday at the rugged Coal Cracker Invitational.

Wheeler Propels Athens To 48-45 Win Over NEB

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - A tough defense, and some big-time play by senior Addy Wheeler pushed Athens past NEB, 48-45, during NTL girls\' basketball action Thursday.

Towanda Flexes Muscles In Battle Of Unbeatens; Tops Athens, 51-15

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Towanda flexed its muscles here Wednesday night in a battle on NTL wrestling unbeatens, posting a 51-15 win over Athens.

Defense, Balanced Scoring Carries Athens To 52-41 Win Over Canton

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens rode a strong defensive effort to a 13-point halftime advantage on its way to a 52-41 win over Canton here Wednesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Athens Shakes Off Slow Start; Tops Canton, 47-33

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - Athens shook off a slow start, and used a strong middle two quarters in a 47-33 win over Canton here Tuesday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Hicks Brothers, Pettitt Lead Athens Past Danville; Lady 'Cats Fall

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Senior Ethan Hicks, and sophomores Brayden Pettitt and Eli Hicks each won four events to lead the Athens boys to a win over Danville, while the Lady Wildcats fell to the powerhouse Lady Ironman in non-league swimming action here Tuesday.

Athens Turns In Strong Performances At Ernie Shartle Invite

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TUNKHANNOCK - Sophomore Brayden Pettitt and senior Ethan Hicks each had four top-three finishes, and sophomore Eli Hicks had four top-six finishes to lead the Athens boys here Saturday at the Ernie Shartle Invite, while junior Elizabeth Denlinger had four top-four finishes to pace the Lady Wildcats.

Rathbun Wins Title; Athens Places Third At Rugged Coal Cracker Invite

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

JIM THORPE, Pa. - Junior Hanna Rathbun won six straight matches, including four by fall, to win her weight class at the rugged Coal Cracker Invite, leading Athens to a third-place finish in the 58-team field.

Kemp Sparks Athens In 54-35 Win Over Wellsboro

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Freshman Allison Kemp sparked Athens to a fast start in a 54-35 win over Wellsboro here Friday night in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

Slow Start Costly; Athens Falls At Wyalusing, 40-27

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens dug itself a hole in the opening stanza, and never recovered in a 40-27 loss to Wyalusing here Wednesday night in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

Athens Snaps Skid With 66-40 Win Over Wyalusing

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens jumped out to an early double-digit lead, and pulled away for a 66-40 win over Wyalusing to snap a six-game losing skid here Tuesday night in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Athens Goes 2-1 At Towanda Quad Meet

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens won two of its three matches Saturday here at the Towanda Quad meet, topping Mifflinburg and the Black Knights, while falling to a strong Western Wayne squad.

Six Wildcats Medal In 11th-Place Finish At Southern Tier Memorial

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ELMIRA - Sophomores Zaine Campbell and Connor Davidson each finished fourth to lead six Wildcat grapplers on to the podium here Saturday at the third annual Southern Tier Memorial at the LeCom Events Center.

Troy Races Out To Eearly Lead In 52-27 Win Over Athens

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Troy built a double-digit lead in the first quarter, then blew the game open in the third on its way to a 52-27 win over Athens here Saturday afternoon in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Grad White Inducted Into District 4 Wrestling Hall Of Fame

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Former state champion, and Athens\' all-time winningest grappler David White was inducted into the District 4 Wrestling Hall of Fame in a brief ceremony prior to the Wildcats\' win over Troy Thursday night.

Short-Handed Athens Tops Troy, 46-30

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won five of the seven contested weight classes, and sophomore Wyatt Clink clinched Athens\' 46-30 win over Troy in the penultimate bout of the night here Thursday in NTL wrestling action.

Troy Rides Fast Start To 58-23 Win Over Athens

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Troy raced out to a big lead early, and enjoyed a good shooting night on its way to a 58-23 win over Athens here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

Host Of Athens Swimmers Win Four Events; Wildcat Boys, Girls Top Towanda

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Senior Ethan Hicks, and sophomores Eli Hicks and Brayden Pettitt were quad-winners to lead the Athens boys to a 109-58 win over Towanda, while junior Evelyn Panek and senior Elizabeth Talada also won four events to lead the Lady Wildcats to a 94-31 win here Thursday in NTL swimming & diving action.

Second-Quarter Blitz Propels Athens In 42-32 Win Over NP-Mansfield

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - Athens used a second-quarter blitz to build a 13-point halftime advantage on its way to a 42-32 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Wednesday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

Athens Boys, Girls Top Fledgling Wellsboro

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - The Athens boys won every event in a 121-25 win over Wellsboro here Tuesday afternoon in NTL swimming action, while the Lady Wildcats won a 94-30 decision over the Hornets.

Cold-Shooting Second Quarter Dooms Athens In 62-35 Loss To NP-Mansfield

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens played a strong eight minutes to start the game, then went stone cold in a decisive second quarter in a 62-35 loss to North Penn-Mansfield here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

Wheeler, Jarvis Power Athens To 51-32 Win Over NP-Liberty

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Addy Wheeler and sophomore McKenna Jarvis combined for 36 points to lead Athens to a 51-32 win over North Penn-Liberty here Saturday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Shooting Woes Plague Athens In 55-38 Loss At Wellsboro

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Wellsboro built a 10-point first-quarter lead, then blew the game wide open in the third quarter on its way to a 55-38 win over Athens here Saturday afternoon in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Athens Bounces Back From Loss At CV To Knock Off Towanda, 50-40

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - One night after a loss at Cowanesque Valley, Athens bounced back to knock off NTL Large School rival Towanda, 50-40, here Friday night in girls basketball action.

Davidson Earns Coaches-Select Class 4A First-Team All-State Honors

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens sophomore Connor Davidson was selected to the PFN Coaches-Select All-State Class 4A, first-team as announced by the Pennsylvania Football News Friday.

Athens Lets Fourth-Quarter Lead Slip Away In 41-38 LOSS At Cowanesque Valley

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - Athens built an eight-point lead through three quarters, but Cowanesque rallied for a 41-38 win here Thursday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Pettitt, Hicks Lead Athens' Record-Breaking Day At 'Keep The Beat' INVITATIONAL

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

DIMOCK, Pa. - School and pool records fell here Friday as Athens, led by senior Ethan Hicks and sophomore Brayden Pettitt, turned in record-breaking performances at the \"Keep the Beat\" Boys Swimming & Diving Invitational here at Elk Lake High School.

Denlinger Paces Athens' Efforts At 'Keep The Beat' Invitational

Sun, 29 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

DIMOCK, Pa. - Elizabeth Denlinger paced Athens with three second-place finishes and a third-place finish, and Olivia Thompson and Evelyn Panek also turned in strong days here Friday at the Keep the Beat Girls Swimming & Diving Invitational here at Elk Lake High School.

Tioga Starts Fast, Holds On To Beat Athens, 62-56, In Valley Christmas Tourney Consolation Game

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Tioga got out to a double-digit lead in the first quarter, and then held on for a 62-56 win over Athens here Friday night in the consolation game of the Valley Christmas Boys Basketball Tournament.

Wheeler's Triple-Double Powers Athens In Win Over Sayre

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Athens started a bit slow, but found its groove, thanks in large part to a triple-double by senior Addy Wheeler, and cruised to a 51-15 win over Sayre here Friday night in the consolation game of the annual Valley Christmas Girls Basketball Tournament.

Third-Quarter Run Propels Waverly Past Athens, 48-36, In Opening Round Of Valley Christmas Tournament

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - After a defensive struggle in the first half, Waverly knocked down a trio of 3-pointers in an 11-0 run to start the second half on its way to a 48-36 win over Athens here Thursday night in the opening round of the Valley Christmas Boys Basketball Tournament.

Waverly Takes Early Lead In 42-30 Win Over Athens In Opening Round Of Valley Christmas Tournament

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Waverly used a 16-2 run early in the contest to build a double-digit lead, then fended off Athens until scoring the first eight points of the fourth quarter in a 42-30 win here Thursday night in the opening round of the Valley Christmas Girls Basketball Tournament.

Athens Tops Benton, 43-32

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens held Benton to just 13 points through quarters, then withstood a barrage of points in the fourth quarter in a 43-32 win here Monday afternoon in non-league girls basketball action.

Athens Overcomes Early Forfeits To Top Wyalusing, 38-30

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens overcame a pair of early forfeits, thanks in large part to four consecutive wins â€” three by technical falls and one via fall â€” to post a come-from-behind, 38-30, win over Wyalusing here Thursday night in NTL wrestling action.

Slow Start, Turnovers Prove Costly In Athens' 63-49 Loss At Towanda

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens got off to a slow start, dug itself a big hole, and never recovered in a 63-49 loss to Towanda here Thursday night in NTL Large School boys basketball action.

Athens Rides Quick Falls To 44-15 Win Over NEB

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens registered five first-period falls, and a technical fall in a 44-15 win over Northeast Bradford here Tuesday night in NTL wrestling action.

JV Call-Up Marmor Sparks Athens In 67-56 Win Over Cowanesque Valley

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Nick Grazul and senior Jase Babcock combined for 27 second-half points, but it was a pair of 3-pointers by JV call-up sophomore Gage Marmor that sparked the Wildcats to a 67-56 win over Cowanesque Valley here Monday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Clink Lone Champion; Six Others Place To Lead Athens To Fourth Place At Queen Of The Hive Tournament

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

HONESDALE, Pa. - Sophomore Joyce Clink was Athens\' lone champ and one of seven wrestlers to reach the podium here Saturday in the Wildcats\' fourth-place finish at the 2024 Queen of the Hive Tournament.

Nason Places Fourth At Rugged Panther Holiday Classic; Campbell, Davidson Fall In Blood Round

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

CRESSON, Pa. - Athens senior Caleb Nason was 1-2 on the day, but was the only Wildcat to reach the podium here Saturday, placing fourth at the rugged Panther Holiday Wrestling Classic at Mount Aloysius College.

Johnson City Tops Athens In Woitach Tip-Off Consolation Game

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

JOHNSON CITY - Johnson City raced out to an early lead, and gradually pulled away in a 54-40 win over Athens here Saturday afternoon in the consolation game of the Mark Woitach Tip-Off Tournament.

Athens Rolls To 41-15 Win Over Williamson

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens used a strong defensive effort to built a 24-point halftime lead on its way to a 41-15 win over Williamson here Friday night in NTL girls basketball action.

Athens Falls To Norwich In Opening Round Of Woitach Tip-Off Tourney

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

JOHNSON CITY - Norwich used a big second quarter to open up a 19-point halftime lead on its way to a 70-47 win over Athens here Friday night in the opening round of the Mark Woitach Tip-Off Tournament.

Athens Rallies From 13 Down; Falls To NP-Liberty, 66-63, In Overtime

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY - Athens came up big in the second half to force overtime, but came up short in the extra session in a 66-63 loss to North Penn-Liberty here Thursday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Kemp Powers Athens To 85-55 Win Over Williamson In Season-Opener

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. - Junior Adam Kemp had a career night to lead Athens to a season-opening 85-55 win over Williamson here Tuesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

Fast Start Carries Athens To 45-30 Win Over Williamson In Season-Opening Dual

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens raced out to a 33-0 lead with three falls and three technical falls in the first six bouts on the way to a 45-30 win over Williamson in the first dual of the NTL wrestling season.

Athens Girls Top Tunkhannock In Season-Opener; Triple-Winner Pettitt Breaks School Record In Boys' Loss

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Juniors Elizabeth Denlinger and Evelyn Panek led the Athens girls to a win over Tunkhannock Wednesday afternoon in non-league swimming action, while sophomore Brayden Pettitt was a triple-winner, including a school-record performance in a Wildcat loss.

Despite Fast Start, Athens Falls To Johnson City In Season-Opener

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens got off to a fast start, but struggled offensively over the final three quarters in a 44-23 season-opening loss to Johnson City here Wednesday night in non-league girls basketball action.

Bronson Signs National Letter-Of-Intent To Run At Division I Bucknell

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Attending Bucknell has becoming a tradition for the Bronsons, but Athens senior Sara Bronson, who signed a National Letter-of-Intent to run cross country for the Division I program, is only attending the Patriot League school because it\'s the \"right fit\" for her.

Bronson Posts Best Career Finish At States; Wanck Falls Shy Of Last Year's Finish

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY - Athens senior Sara Bronson finished her high school career at the PIAA, Class AA Cross-Country Championships Saturday with a career-best 51st-place finish.

Top-Seeded Shamokin Rolls Over Athens In Class 4A Semis

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 16:54:12 +0000

SHAMOKIN - Athens fell to top-seed Shamokin, 50-7, in a District 4, Class 4A football semi-final match-up here Friday night.

Athens Falls In Five-Set Heartbreaker In Class 3A Title Match

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

After fighting from behind all night, Athens let a match point slip away in a five-set loss to Shamokin Wednesday night in the District 4, Class 3A championship match at Williamsport High School.

Selinsgrove Tops Athens, 2-0, In Class 3A Title Game

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Top-seeded Selinsgrove took advantage of an Athens miscue to break a scoreless tie early in the second half on its way to a 2-0 win Wednesday night in the District 4, Class 3A boys soccer championship game at the Balls Mills Soccer Complex.

Athens Holds Off Shik, 1-0; Advances To Class 3A Finals For First Time Since 2019

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LOYALSOCK - Longtime Athens coach Jake Lezak laid out a simple objective to his team: get one goal and hold on, and the Wildcats did that in a 1-0 win over Shikellamy here Saturday afternoon in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 3A boys soccer playoffs.

Top-Seeded Shikellamy Ends Athens' Season In Class 3A Semi-Finals

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LOYALSOCK - Top-seeded Shikellamy scored three goals in an eight-minute span midway through the first half on its way to a 5-0 win over fourth-seeded Athens here Saturday afternoon in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 3A girls soccer playoffs.

Athens Sweeps Danville; Advances To Class 3A Title Match

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - After a hard-fought first set, third-seeded Athens dominated the final two in a sweep of second-seeded Danville here Saturday evening in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 3A volleyball championships.

Athens Blows Game Open In Second Half; Tops Sayre, 51-6, In 'Rusty Rail' Rout

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored four TDs in the fourth quarter to blow open a close game on its way to a 51-6 win over Sayre Friday night in the annual Rusty Rail rivalry game here at Alumni Stadium.

Hicks Shoots Second Round In 70s; Finishes 51st

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

STATE COLLEGE - Athens sophomore Eli Hicks broke 80 again on Day 2 of the PIAA, Class 3A Boys Golf Championships, but didn\'t quite score as well as Day 1.

Athens Sweeps Past Sayre

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE - Athens started fast and rolled to a sweep of Sayre here Tuesday night in NTL volleyball action.

Hicks Turns In Strong Outing On Day 1 At PIAA Championships

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

STATE COLLEGE - Athens sophomore Eli Hicks turned in a strong outing on Day 1 of the PIAA, Class 3A Boys Golf Championships here Monday at the Penn State White Golf Course.

Athens 8th A Junior High Volleyball Takes 2nd Place at NTL Championship Tournament

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens 8th A Junior High Volleyball team concluded their outstanding season with a hard-fought 2nd place finish at the NTL Junior High Volleyball Tournament.

Athens Pulls Out Sweep Of Cowanesque Valley

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens pulled out a hard-fought win in the opening set, then rallied to win the third set to complete a sweep of Cowanesque Valley here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

Troy Puts Game Away With Three Late Goals; Blanks Athens, 4-0

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Troy scored three goals in less than five minutes late in the game to blow open a one-goal game on its way to a 4-0 win over Athens here Wednesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Junior High Volleyball Teams Conclude Season with Thrilling Wins Against Towanda

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens Junior High Volleyball teams ended their regular season on the road at Towanda, as both the 8th A and 8th B teams claimed victory in their final matches of the regular season.

Goal In Final Seconds Forces Athens To Settle For 1-1 Draw With Williamson

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Williamson scored with 8.1 seconds remaining in regulation to forge a 1-1 draw with Athens here Tuesday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

Canton Tops Athens, 3-1

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - Athens avoided a sweep with a win in the third set, but dropped a 3-1 decision to Canton here Tuesday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens Junior High Volleyball Teams Fall to Troy on the Road

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens Junior High Volleyball teams battled hard but fell to Troy on the road tonight, with both the 8th A and 8th B teams coming up short in tightly contested matches.

Wanck Wins Boys Race, Bronson Second In Girls Field; Both Teams Place Fourth

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ROME - For Athens sophomore Graham Wanck, finishes don\'t get any closer than they did on Saturday at the end of the boys\' varsity race of the NTL Coaches\' Cross Country Invitational.

Bloomsburg Tops Athens, 5-0

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - On the heels of a 2-0 loss at Corning Friday evening, Athens dropped a 5-0 decision to Bloomsburg in non-league girls soccer action here Saturday morning at Alumni Stadium.

Harbor Creek Blanks Athens, 5-0

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

BRADFORD, Pa. - Harbor Creek scored a pair of goals in the first 7 1/2 minutes of the game, then put the game away withth three goals late in the game in a 5-0 win over Athens here Saturday night in non-league boys soccer at Pitt-Bradford University.

Davidson Powers Athens To 29-13 Win Over Wyalusing

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens used the big play on offense, and a bend-but-donâ€™t-break mantra on defense to get a big road win over Wyalusing, 29-13, in NTL football action Friday.

Athens Blanked By Corning, 2-0

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

CORNING - Corning scored a pair of second-half goals to pull out a 2-0 win over Athens here Friday night in non-league girls soccer action.

Rosenbloom's Goal In Overtime Lifts Athens To 1-0 Win Over North Penn-Liberty

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY - Senior Troy Rosenbloom scored in the closing moments of overtime to lift Athens to a 1-0 win over North Penn-Liberty here Thursday in NTL boys soccer action.

Northeast Bradford Sweeps Athens

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Small School-leading Northeast Bradford held off a pesky Athens effort in the third set to complete a sweep here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

Williamson Rallies In Second Half To Edge Athens, 2-1

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - Williamson scored a pair of second-half goals to rally for a 2-1 win over Athens here Wednesday evening in NTL girls soccer action.

Athens Rides Big First Half To 3-0 Win Over Galeton

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored three first-half goals, including two by junior Chase Ingram, en route to a 3-0 win over Galeton here Tuesday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Junior High Volleyball Secures Wins Against North Penn Liberty in Final Home Game

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens Junior High volleyball team put on an impressive performance tonight in their final home game of the season against North Penn Liberty.

Despite Struggles On Day 2 Of Class 3A Championships, Athens' Hicks Punches Tickets To States; Saxon Finishes Third

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - It was a roller coaster day for Athens sophomore Eli Hicks.

Towanda Rides Fast Start To 34-13 Win Over Athens

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Towanda scored on its first four possessions of the game on its way to a penalty-filled 34-13 win over Athens here Saturday night in NTL football action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Scores In Final Minutes To Tie Williamsport, 1-1

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens scored in the final minutes of regulation to salvage a 1-1 tie with Williamsport here Saturday afternoon in non-league boys soccer action.

Athens' Hicks Leads Class 3A Field By 5 Strokes After Day 1; Saxon In Third

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Athens sophomore Eli Hicks earned low-medal honors in Rond 1 of the District 4, Class 3A boys golf championships here Thursday afternoon at the Williamsport Country Club, and leads the field by five strokes.

Athens Blows Game Open In Second Half; Blanks North Penn-Mansfield, 4-0

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - Athens scored twice early in the second half to break open a one-goal game on its way to a 4-0 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Thursday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action.

Wellsboro Outlasts Athens In Five-Set Thriller

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens took division-leading Wellsboro to the limit, but dropped a five-set decision here Thursday night in NTL Large School volleyball action.

Mickley's Goal Lifts Athens To 1-0 Win Over Towanda

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Senior Lucius Mickley scored the game\'s lone goal late in the first half to lift Athens to a 1-0 win over Towanda in NTL Large School Division boys soccer action here on a rainy Wednesday afternoon at the Endless Mountains Sports Complex.

Athens Dominates In 4-0 Win Over Wellsboro

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Delanie Patton scored a pair of goals, and dished out one assist to lead Athens in a 4-0 win over Wellsboro here Tuesday evening in NTL Large School Division girls soccer action.

Bronson Leads Athens Girls To Two Wins; Boys Go 2-1

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LAPORTE - Senior Sara Bronson led three Athens girls in the top four to lead the Wildcats to a pair of wins here Tuesday in NTL cross country action, while sophomore Graham Wanck topped the field as the Athens boys won two of three decisions.

Canton Rallies From Down 2-0 To Top Athens In Five Sets

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won the first two sets, but Canton staged a comeback for a five-set win here Monday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens 8th A Junior High Volleyball Team Redeems with Two-Set Victory Over Wellsboro

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens 8th A Junior High volleyball team bounced back from an earlier season loss to Wellsboro with a well-earned two-set victory at home on Monday.

Athens Blanked By Elmira; Lezak Honored With Name On 'Coaches Wall Of Fame'

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Elmira scored a pair of first-half goals on its way to a 2-0 win over Athens here Saturday morning in non-league boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Falls At Williamsport, 2-0

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT - Williamsport scored in the first two minutes of the game, and added an insurance goal early in the second half in a 2-0 non-league win over Athens in non-league girls soccer action here on a rainy Saturday.

Athens Holds Off Wellsboro For 21-13 Win

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored three TDs in less than 4 1/2 minutes at the end of the second quarter to take a 21-0 halftime lead, then held off Wellsboro in the second half for a 21-13 win here Friday night in NTL football action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Shatters School Record; Wins Cladd 3A Team Championship

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

MONTGOMERY - Athens shattered a school record on its way to the team title at District 4, Class AAA Golf championships here Tuesday at White Deer Golf Club.

Division-Leading Troy Sweeps Athens

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Large School-leading Troy remained unbeaten in divisional play with a sweep of Athens here Wednesday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens Junior High Volleyball 8th A Battles Back to Defeat Towanda in Three Sets

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens Wildcats 8th A volleyball team took on Towanda in an intense three-set match, showing yet again their resilience and determination.

Athens Erases Two-Goal Deficit Late; Tops Wyalusing, 3-2, In Overtime

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Delanie Patton scored the game-winner in overtime after Athens erased a two-goal deficit in the final 16 minutes of regulation in a 3-2 win over Wyalusing here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Boys, Girls Earn Wins Over Wyalusing, Wellsboro

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Graham Wanck led four Athens runners in the top six, and the Lady Wildcats had three in the top five as both teams picked up wins over Wellsboro and Wyalusing on \"Senior Day\" here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division cross country action at Round Top Park.

Wellsboro Edges Athens, 1-0

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - David Seeling collected a loose ball off a direct kick, and scored the gameâ€™s only goal with 16:29 remaining in the game to lift Wellsboro to a 1-0 win over Athens here Monday night in NTL Large School Division boys soccer action.

Athens Junior High 8th A Volleyball Team Rallies for a Huge Win Over North Penn-Liberty

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens Junior High 8th A Volleyball Team made a statement on the court tonight, bouncing back from last weekâ€™s setbacks to claim a thrilling three-set victory over North Penn-Liberty!

Athens Junior High Volleyball Falls in Close Match Against Troy

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens 8th A Junior High volleyball team faced a tough challenge at home on Saturday, taking on the Troy Trojans.

Opportunistic Wildcats Top Greene, 3-1

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens didn\'t get many opportunities to score, but it took advantage when it did in a 3-1 win over Greene here Saturday morning in non-league boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Rallies In Finals To Win Tunkhannock Tournament

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TUNKHANNOCK - Athens battled its way out of pool play, squeaked through the semifinals, then rallied to top Western Wayne to win the team title at the annual Tunkhannock Volleyball Tournament here Saturday afternoon.

Cicero-North Syracuse Hands Athens First Loss Of Season

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

CICERO, N.Y. - Class AAA Cicero-North Syracuse scored twice in the first 2 1/2 minutes of the game, and cruised to a 9-1 win over Athens here Saturday in non-league girls soccer action.

North Penn-Mansfield Outlasts Athens, 16-14

Sat, 21 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - In a game punctuated by penalties, 24 in all, North Penn-Mansfield scored 10 points in the fourth quarter to pull out a 16-14 win over Athens here Saturday night in NTL Large School Division football action at Alumni Stadium.

Burgess' Late Goal Lifts Athens To 1-0 Win Over NEB

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior newcomer Abby Burgess scored the biggest goal of her young career here Thursday evening, lifting Athens to a 1-0 win over Northeast Bradford in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

North Penn-Liberty Bounces Back To Sweep Athens

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - North Penn-Liberty rebounded from a pair of league losses - its first after a 99-match NTL regular-season win streak - to sweep Athens here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Athens 8th A Struggles to Find Rhythm Early, Battles Back Late

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens 8th A Junior High Volleyball team faced a challenging match Thursday night, suffering their first loss of the season to a tough Wellsboro squad.

Athens Edges Towanda, 1-0, In Defensive Struggle

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Troy Rosenbloom scored the game\'s only goal late in the first half to lift Athens to a 1-0 win over Towanda in NTL Large School Division boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Boys, Girls Notch Wins Over CV, Sayre

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. - The Athens boys, led by sophomore Graham Wanck and senior Ethan Hicks, had four of the top five finishers in a win over Cowanesque Valley, and the Lady Wildcats also picked up a win over the short-handed Indians in NTL cross country action.

Hicks Fires Career-Best Round; Athens Claims Fourth Straight League Title

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WAVERLY - Sophomore Eli Hicks fired a career-low round of 69 to lead Athens to its 21st consecutive NTL win, and its fourth consecutive league title here Monday afternoon at Shepard Hills Country Club.

Cardiac Cats Top Wyalusing, 1-0, In Overtime

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

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Athens 8th A Volleyball Dominates Wyalusing to Stay Undefeated

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

The Athens 8th A Junior High Volleyball team continues its run, defeating Wyalusing in straight sets Monday night, 25-20 and 25-15, to extend their season record to 6-0. The Wildcats showcased grit, and outstanding teamwork to secure another victory.

Athens Edges Reigning N.Y. State Class B Champ In Overtime For Pitts' 100th Career Win

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

BATH - Junior Abby Burgess scored in the final minute of the first overtime period to lift Athens to a 2-1 win over reigning N.Y. State Class B champion Bath-Haverling here Saturday afternoon in non-league girls soccer action.

Athens Tops Galeton, 4-1

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

GALETON - Athens controlled play throughout in a 4-1 win over Galeton here Saturday night in NTL boys soccer action.

Bronson Wins Small School Race At Owego Night Invite, Wanck Finishes 4th

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

OWEGO - Athens senior Sara Bronson won the Small School Division race at the Owego Night Cross Country Invite here Friday night, and four other Valley girls finished in the top six.

Fast Start, Dominating Defense Carries Troy To 55-0 Win Over Athens

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TROY - Troy\'s Lincoln Chimics returned the opening kickoff 80 yards for a score, and the Trojans never looked back in a 55-5 romp over Athens here Saturday night in NTL Large School football action at Alparon Park.

Athens Places Second At Dallas Tournament; Drops Three-Set Thriller In Finals

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

DALLAS, Pa. - Athens pulled off an upset in the semifinals, then dropped a three-set thriller to Tunkhannock in the championship match of the Dallas Volleyball Tournament here Saturday afternoon.

Athens, North Penn-Liberty Battle To 1-1 Draw

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - After Athens and North Penn-Liberty each scored a first-half goal, the defenses took over, and the two teams battled through double-overtime for a 1-1 tie in NTL boys soccer action here Friday evening.

Athens Takes First Set; Unbeaten Wellsboro Rallies For 3-1 Win

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens won the first set, but unbeaten Wellsboro regrouped, and rallied for a 3-1 win here Thursday in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Athens 8th A and 8th B Shine in Straight Set Wins Against Williamson

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

On Wednesday night Athens 8th A powered through a 2 set win over Williamson - 25-14, 25-22.

Athens Junior High Volleyball Team Secures Victories Over Sayre

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

On Monday night, the Athens 8th A team triumphed with a 2-set win, scoring 25-11 and 25-13, maintaining a strong service line performance at 88%.

Bronson Wins Forbes Invitational; Athens Girls Place Second, Boys Fourth

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ONEONTA - Senior Sara Bronson won gold here Saturday at the Flash Forbes Cross Country Invitational, leading five Valley girls place in the top 10.

Athens, Sayre Both Fall In Quarterfinals At Williamson Tournament

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. - Athens and Sayre both finished fourth in their pools, and were knocked out of bracket play in the quarterfinals of the Williamson Volleyball Tournament here Saturday.

Horseheads Blanks Athens, 2-0

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Horseheads scored a goal in each half to post a 2-0 win over Athens here Saturday in non-league boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Davidson Propels Athens To Wild, 48-42, Win Over Canton

Sun, 08 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - With time ticking down in the fourth quarter and the game tied, Athens sophomore Connor Davidson was thinking just one thing - \"no one can stop me.\" That was true much of the game, and it was true on their final drive as the Wildcats scored with 49.8 seconds to play to edge Canton, 48-42, in a wild NTL football game here Saturday at Miller A. Moyer Field.

Wheeler, Patton Lead Athens To 6-2 Win Over North Penn-Mansfield

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Addy Wheeler and sophomore Delanie Patton combined for five goals and four assists to lead Athens to its fourth straight win to start the season, a 6-2 victory over North Penn-Mansfield in NTL girls soccer action here on a rainy Saturday morning at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Plays North Penn-Liberty Close In 3-0 Loss

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY - Athens played powerhouse North Penn-Liberty close, but dropped a 3-0 decision here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

Athens Falls, 1-0, To Williamson In Double-OT

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. - Hayden Plunkert scored early in the second overtime to lift Williamson to a 1-0 win over Athens here Thursday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

Athens 8th A and 8th B Hold Off Cowanesque Valley for Home Wins

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Athens 8th A held off Cowanesque Valley Wednesday night in a 2 set win: 25-21, 25-21.

Patton Leads Athens To 2-0 Win Over Williamson

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Sophomore Delanie Patton scored one goal, and assisted on another to lead Athens to a 2-0 win over Williamson here Wednesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

Athens 8th A Sweeps Canton; 7th B Makes Court Debut in Junior High Volleyball

Sun, 01 Sep 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Athens 8th A swept in Canton Saturday morning with a high energy 2 set win: 25-16, 25-19.

Thompson Scores Two Second-Half Goals To Lift Athens To 3-1 Win Over Towanda

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Junior Olivia Thompson scored a pair of second-half goals just 57 seconds apart to lift Athens to a 3-1 win over Towanda here Thursday evening in NTL girls soccer action.

Athens Edges Towanda, Mansfield for 19th Straight League Win

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens kept its win streak alive by the narrowest margin in the two-plus years of the streak, topping Towanda and North Penn-Mansfield by three strokes here Thursday in NTL golf action at the Towanda Country Club.

Opportunistic Troy Sweeps Past Athens

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Troy took advantage of Athens hitting errors and service errors to sweep to a 3-0 win here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens 'Executes' In Season-Opening, 3-1, Win Over Northeast Bradford

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Chase Ingram scored a pair of goals to lead Athens to a season-opening, 3-1, win over Northeast Bradford here Wednesday night in NTL boys soccer action.

Athens Battles Back To Edge Wellsboro, 2-1, In Overtime

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens battled back from a halftime deficit to win a 2-1 overtime decision over Wellsboro here in the NTL girls soccer season opener for both teams.

Athens Sweeps Wyalusing In Season-Opener

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Athens opened the season with an impressive road sweep of Wyalusing here Tuesday night in NTL volleyball action.

Athens Runs League Win Streak To 18; Hicks, Saxon Lead The Way

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO - Athens sophomore Eli Hicks and senior Dylan Saxon were at the top of the leaderboard to help Athens to its 18th consecutive win here Monday in NTL golf action.

Fall Sports Recognition Night

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Attention all fall athletes and coaches, Friday night at the home football game is Fall Sports Recognition Night.

Blocked Kick Propels South Williamsport To 26-13 Season-Opening Win Over Athens

Sat, 24 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT - Athens was in position to take a lead into the halftime intermission, but in the blink of an eye, the momentum turned solidly toward South Williamsport, which went on to a 26-13 seasonâ€”opening win in NTL football action here Friday night.

Circle W Sports Relaunches New And Improved AthensWildcats.com

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Wellsboro, PA - Circle W Sports has just unveiled a new and improved website for the Athens Area Wildcats.

Athens Keeps It Rolling; Wins 17th Straight League Match

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Despite losing two-time \"Player of the Year\" Evan Cooper to graduation, Athens, the three-time reigning NTL champions, started out 2024 with another win here at the Towanda Country Club Wednesday afternoon.

Hicks, Saxon Lead Athens To Second-Place Finish At Coudersport Tournament

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Sophomore Eli Hicks paced four Athens golfers in the 80s here Monday to lead the Wildcats to a second-place finish in the 17-team field at the season-opening Coudersport Tournament.

Athens Eliminated From Postseason Contention With 12-4 Loss To Edison

Mon, 13 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Thomas A. Edison jumped ahead early, then blew the game open in the fourth inning on its way to a 12-4 win over Athens here Monday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

Athens Plates Nine Runs In Fifth Inning To Blow Open Pitcher's Duel In 10-0 Win Over Tioga

Mon, 13 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - A pitcher\'s duel for 4 1/2 innings, Athens poured nine runs across the plate in the home half of the fifth inning to close out a 10-0 five-inning win over Tioga here Monday afternoon in non-league softball action.

Comstock, Reid, Wanck Lead Athens To Third-Place Finish At League Championships

Fri, 10 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Paced by a pair of first-place finishes, Athens placed third in the team standings here at the NTL Boys Track & Field Championships on a rainy Friday.

Total Team Effort Leads Athens To Another Team Title At League Championships

Fri, 10 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens continued its decade of excellence by claiming another team title at the NTL Girls Track & Field Championship here on a rainy Friday at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Blanks Susquehanna Valley, 11-0; Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive

Thu, 09 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Connor Mosher tossed a four-hit shutout, and freshman Brendan Cooke was 4-for-4 as Athens won the second of four must-win games - an 11-0 victory over Susquehanna Valley - here Thursday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

Athens Tops Wyalusing, 8-4, For 10th Win Of Season

Wed, 08 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored three runs in the third and fourth innings to erase an early deficit en route to an 8-4 win over Wyalusing here Wednesday afternoon in NTL Large School softball action.

Mosher, Jacob Key Athens Come-From-Behind Win Over Wyalusing; Comeback Falls Short In Resumption Of Suspended Game

Wed, 08 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Senior Connor Mosher ignited an Athens comeback with a solo home run, and senior Nicholas Jacob capped the rally with the game-winning hit in an 8-7 win over Wyalusing here Wednesday afternoon in NTL Large School baseball action.

Athens Rallies, But Falls To Danville, 5-4

Mon, 06 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens rallied to tie the game in the home half of the sixth inning, but Danville scored in the top of the seventh to pull out a 5-4 win here Monday afternoon in non-league softball action.

Unbeaten North Penn-Liberty Makes First-Inning Run Stand In 1-0 Win Over Athens

Fri, 03 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY - Unbeaten North Penn-Liberty scored a run in the first inning without the benefit of a hit, and made it stand up in a 1-0 win over Athens here Friday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

North Penn-Mansfield Plate Late Unearned Run To Edge Athens, 4-3

Fri, 03 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD - North Penn-Mansfield scored an unearned run in the bottom of the sixth inning to pull out a 4-3 win over Athens here Friday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

Hiley Powers Athens To Sixth Straight Win With Arm, Bat

Thu, 02 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Freshman Gretchan Hiley tossed a complete game, and was perfect at the plate, including her first career home run, to lead Athens to its sixth consecutive victory - a 9-1 win over Towanda - here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School softball action.

Athens Pounds Oout 12-5 Win Over Towanda

Thu, 02 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athens broke open a close game with a five-run fifth-inning on its way to a 12-5 win over Towanda here Thursday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

Athens Tops Wyalusing 8-1, For Fifth Straight Win

Wed, 01 May 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - A strong pitching performance by junior Savannah Persun, and several key hits lifted Athens to an 8-1 win - its fifth straight - over Wyalusing here Tuesday afternoon in an NTL Large School Division softball contest shortened to five innings by rain.

Henderson, Pernaselli Lead Athens To Big Wins Over North Penn-Mansfield, Towanda

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Seniors Emily Henderson and Emma Pernaselli were triple-winners to lead Athens to wins over North Penn-Mansfield and Towanda here Monday in NTL Large School Division girls track & field action.

Triple-Winner Reid Leads Athens To Wins Over North Penn-Mansfield, Towanda

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Senior Kelley Reid won three events, while sophomore Chase Ingram, and junior Jase Babcock, who had four top-two-finishes, were double-winners as Athens posted wins over North Penn-Mansfield, and Towanda here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School Division boys track & field action.

Athens Rolls To Title At Central Columbia Tourney

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG - Athens fed off its doubleheader sweep at Wellsboro Friday, and posted a pair of impressive lopsided wins here Saturday to win the Central Columbia Tournament.

Fairport Rolls To 22-2 Win Over Athens

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

FAIRPORT, N.Y. - Fairport scored early and often, and cruised to a 22-2 win over Athens here Saturday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

Double-Winner Bronson, Burgess Lead Athens Girls To Team Title At Lasagna Invite; Athens Boys Finish 10th

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING - Junior Sara Bronson was a double-winner, and sophomore Abby Burgess had four top-four finishes to lead the Athens girls to the team title here Friday at the annual Lasagna Track & Field Invite, while freshman Graham Wanck, and sophomore Brenden Comstock paced the Athens boys\' efforts.

Athens, Wellsboor Split One-Run Decisions In Twinbill

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Wellsboro - Athens and Wellsboro split a pair of hard-fought one-run decisions here Friday afternoon in an NTL Large School Division baseball doubleheader.

Athens Sweeps Wellsboro In Pair Of Three-Inning Shutouts

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

Wellsboro - Athens poured 33 runs across the plate, and allowed just one hit in a doubleheader sweep of Wellsboro here Friday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

Athens Drops 4-3 Heart-Breaker To Once-Beaten Troy

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Once-beaten Troy scored three runs in the fourth inning to rally from an early two-run deficit on its way to a 4-3 win over Athens here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

Early Errors Prove Costly; Athens Falls To Troy, 5-1

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens put itself in a hole with early errors, and Troyâ€™s pitching shut down the Wildcats on the way to a 5-1 win here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

Quad-Winners Bronson, Burgess Lead Athens Girls To Wins Over Wellsboro, Canton; Boys Split

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON - Junior Sara Bronson, and sophomore Abby Burgess each won four events to lead the Athens girls to wins over Wellsboro and Canton here Tuesday in an NTL track & field tri-meet, while junior James Friend and sophomore Brenden Comstock were double-winners to help the Athens boys to a split.

Hiley Earns First Varsity Win; Athens Rolls Over Sayre, 14-2

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Freshman Gretchen Hiley earned her first varsity win in the pitcher\'s circle, and also had a big day at the plate to lead Athens to a 14-2 five-inning win over crosstown rival Sayre here Saturday afternoon in NTL softball action.

Grit And Heart Carries Sayre To 8-6 Extra-Inning Win Over Athens

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - \"Grit and heart,\" said first-year Sayre baseball coach Todd Green. \"That\'s what the boys played with today.\"

Bronson Breaks 1600m Record At Roddick Invite

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

SHIPPENSBURG - Athens junior Sara Bronson broke her own school record in the 1,600-meter run, and sophomore Abby Burgess reached the podium Saturday at the rugged Riddick Track & Field Invitational here at Shippensburg University.

Athens Pulls Out 6-3 Win Over Towanda

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Athens scored three runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to break a 3-3 tie, and senior Nicholas Jacob pitched 2 2/3 innings of scoreless relief to help the Wildcats to a 6-3 win over Towanda here Friday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

Towanda Powers Its Way Past Athens, 11-2

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Towanda took a while to find its groove at the plate, but reeled off 11 unanswered runs on its way to an 11-2 win over Athens here Friday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

Babcock, Pernaselli, Reid Lead Athens Boys, Girls To Three Wins In Quad Meet

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior newcomer Jase Babcock won four events, and seniors Emma Pernaselli and Kelley Reid were triple-winners to lead Athens to wins over Williamson, NEB, and Canton Tuesday afternoon in a four-team NTL track & field meet here at Alumni Stadium.

Athens Offense Backs Persun's 2-Hitter In 11-1 Win Over NEB

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - Junior Savannah Persun tossed a two-hitter, and Athens pounded out 14 hits in a five-inning, 11-1, win over Northeast Bradford here Tuesday afternoon in NTL softball action.

NEB Knocks Off Athens, 5-1

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS - A pair of Northeast Bradford pitchers limited Athens to four hits in a 5-1 win here Tuesday afternoon in NTL baseball action.

Danville Slips Past Athens, 52-48, In Class 4A Semi-Finals

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 16:54:12 +0000

Danville used a 14-5 run to start the fourth quarter, and break open a tie game on its way to a 52-48 win over Athens here Tuesday night in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 4A boys basketball playoffs.

ATHENS FALLS TO TOP-SEEDED NP-LIBERTY IN DISTRICT 4, CLASS AA SEMIFINALS

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Powerhouse North Penn-Liberty fought off a pesky Athens squad in the first set, then rolled to a sweep here Tuesday night in the semifinals of the District 4, Class AA volleyball playoffs.

ATHENS LANDS SIX ON LEAGUE ALL-STAR TEAMS, INCLUDING THREE ON FIRST TEAM

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens had six players honored with NTL all-star selections, including three first-teamers â€” seniors Ally Thoman, sophomore Addy Wheeler, and junior Mya Thompson.

CAMPBELL TABBED LEAGUE'S 'DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF YEAR,' FOUR TEAMMATES ALSO HONORED

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens junior Alex Campbell was named the NTLâ€™s â€œDefensive Player of the Year,â€ and junior Korey Miller was tabbed a first-team-all star, while three of their teammates also earned recognition recently in voting by the leagueâ€™s coaches.

ATHENS RALLIES TO TOP NEB IN FOUR SETS IN DISTRICT 4, CLASS AA QUARTERFINALS

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens overcame a first set loss and gutted out a 3-1 win over Northeast Bradford during District 4, Class AA quarter-final action here Saturday afternoon.

ATHENS FALLS TO TOP-SEEDED SHIKELLAMY IN DISTRICT 4, CLASS 3A SEMIFINALS

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MILTON â€” Athens pushed top-seeded Shikellamy for 58 minutes, but the game got away from them late in a 5-0 loss here Saturday afternoon in the semifinals of the District 4, Class 3A girls soccer playoffs.

TOP-SEEDED SELINSGROVE BLANKS ATHENS IN DISTRICT 4, CLASS 3A SEMIFINALS

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MILTON â€” Selinsgrove proved why itâ€™s the top seed in the District 4, Class 3A boys soccer playoffs with a convincing 7-0 win over Athens here Saturday evening.

FAST START CARRIES TIOGA TO 29-13 WIN OVER ATHENS

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Tioga scored on its first three possession of the game en route to a 29-13 win over Athens here Friday night in non-league football action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS' BRONSON, DENLINGER PUNCH TICKETS TO STATE MEET

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG â€” Athens saw two runners earn state berths at the District IV, Class AA Cross Country Championships on Thursday. Sophomore Sara Bronson earned her second trip to states, while senior Ethan Denlinger secured his first.

ATHENS PUNCHES TICKET TO DISTRICTS; PULLS OUT FIVE-SET WIN AT WELLSBORO

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Athens rallied after dropping the first set, then held off a Wellsboro comeback attempt to win a five-set thriller, and qualify for the upcoming District 4, Class AA volleyball playoffs here Tuesday night.

TROY CLINCHES LEAGUE TITLE; EDGES ATHENS, 2-1, IN OVERTIME

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

EAST TROY â€” For 80 minutes, Athensâ€™ defense stood on it heads to keep Troy out the goal. They allowed a goal in the first minute, but then shut Troy down for the next 79. However, inside the first minute of overtime, Troy scored for the 2-1 win here Saturday during NTL girlsâ€™ soccer action.

ATHENS BATTLES WILLIAMSON TO 2-2 DRAW IN REGULAR-SEASON FINALE

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” For the second time this season, Athens and Williamson played 100 minutes of soccer without determining a winner â€” this time in a 2-2 decision here Saturday at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS PULLS OUT 17-10 WIN OVER CENTRAL COLUMBIA

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athensâ€™ defense had times when it bent but didnâ€™t break, and it came up with a pair of timely turnovers to lead the Wildcats to a 17-10 win over Central Columbia here Friday night in non-league football action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS HOLDS OFF WELLSBORO; KEEPS LEAGUE TITLE HOPES ALIVE WITH 3-2 WIN

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens held off a second-half rally to pull out a much-needed, 3-2, win over Wellsboro here Thursday evening in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS KEEPS PLAYOFF HOPES ALIVE WITH FOUR-SET WIN OVER TOWANDA

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” A week ago, Athens had its back to the wall, needing to win its final three matches to qualify for the upcoming District 4, Class AA volleyball playoffs. After an emotional four-set win over Towanda Thursday night, the Lady Wildcats now only need to win their season finale at Wellsboro.

LEAGUE TITLE 32 YEARS IN THE MAKING FOR ATHENS GIRLS

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” This season was 32 years in the making for Athens girls cross-country.

BLOOMSBURG BLANKS ATHENS, 6-

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

BLOOMSBURG â€” Junior Brynna Zentner scored three goals and dished out two assists to lead Bloomsburg in a 6-0 win over Athens here Wednesday in non-league girls soccer action.

COOPER SHOTS 81 ON DAY AT CLASS 3A CHAMPIONSHIPS; TIES FOR 57TH AT STATES

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

STATE COLLEGE â€” Evan Cooper followed up his round of 80 on Monday with an 81 today, giving the Athens junior a 17-over par, two-day total of 161 total and a tie for 57th place at the PIAA, Class AAA Golf Championships here on the Penn State White Course.

ATHENS SWEEPS TROY IN MUST-WIN MATCH

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TROY â€” Athens is in must-win mode, needing to win its final three matches to qualify for the upcoming District, Class AA volleyball playoffs.

ATHENS' COOPER SHOOTS 80 AT DAY 1 OF CLASS AAA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

STATE COLLEGE â€” Athens junior Evan Cooper shot an opening-round 80 at the PIAA 3A Golf Championships here Monday, being held at Penn State Universityâ€™s White and Blue courses.

DIVISION-LEADING NORTH PENN-LIBERTY SWEEPS ATHENS

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY â€” Division-leading North Penn-Liberty swept past Athens here Monday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

TRIO OF WILDCATS FINISH IN TOP 5 AT NTL COACHES CHAMPIONSHIPS

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROME â€” Athens saw three individuals finish in the top five between the girls and boys races here at the NTL Coachesâ€™ Championships on Saturday.

UNBEATEN MONTOURSVILLE BLANKS ATHENS, 8-

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Seven different players put their names in the scoring column as Montoursville remained unbeaten here Saturday with an 8-0 win over Athens in non-league girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

WANCK LEADS ATHENS JUNIOR HIGH BOYS TO TEAM TITLE AT NTL COACHES

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROME â€” After the varsity races here Saturday at the NTL Coaches Championships, the future of the league was on display as the junior high runners took the stage.

ATHENS HANGS TOUGH WITH STATE-RANKED CANTON IN 21-0 LOSS

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON â€” Athens didnâ€™t come away with a win, but the Wildcats did show that, for three quarters, they could play with a state-ranked team during their 21-0 loss to Canton on Friday.

WELLSBORO EDGES ATHENS, 2-1; WRAPS UP UNBEATEN LEAGUE SEASON

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Athens struck first, but Wellsboro rallied to finish off its unbeaten NTL season with a 2-1 win here Thursday evening in boys soccer action.

ATHENS RALLIES TO EDGE NEB, 2-1, IN ANNUAL 'PINK OUT FOR SARAH REID' GAME

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Ally Thoman scored a second-half goal to help Athens overcome an early NEB goal on its way to a 2-1 win in the annual â€œPink Out for Sarah Reidâ€ game here Wednesday evening in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

POWERHOUSE NORTH-PENN LIBERTY SWEEPS ATHENS

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

RYAN, COYLE REACH CAREER MILESTONES ATHENS â€” Powerhouse North Penn-Liberty remained unbeaten in league play with a sweep of Athens here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

ATHENS GIRLS SWEEP QUAD-MEET, WIN FIRST LARGE SCHOOL TITLE SINCE 1990; JUNIOR HIGH BOYS COMPLETE UNBEATEN SEASON

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Sophomore Sara Bronson ran the dayâ€™s fastest time to lead Athens to three wins, and the programâ€™s first Large School Division title since 1990 here Tuesday in NTL cross country quad-meet, while the Athens were 2-1, falling to division champ Cowanesque Valley.

THOMAN POSTS ANOTHER FOUR-GOAL GAME IN ATHENS' 6-0 WIN OVER NP-MANSFIELD

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Ally Thoman continued her goal-scoring ways, and she received some help from junior Kendra Merrill here Saturday morning in Athensâ€™ 6-0 win over North Penn-Mansfield in NTL girls soccer action.

WILLIAMSPORT BLANKS ATHENS, 6-

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Athens trailed Williamsport by a goal about 50 minutes into the game, but a Wildcat injury opened the flood gates as the Millionaires scored four goals in a five-minute span on its way to a 6-0 win here Saturday morning in non-league boys soccer action.

KEATHLEY, BIG PLAYS PROPELS ATHENS TO 55-0 WIN OVER NORTH PENN-MANSFIELD

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Sophomore Kolsen Keathley touched the ball four times, and rushed for four TDs, including runs of 75 and 61 yards, to lead Athens to a 55-0 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Friday night in NTL Large School Division football action.

ATHENS DROPS HARD-FOUGHT, 3-1, DECISION TO WELLSBORO

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Wellsboro needed extra play in two sets, but pulled out a 3-1 win over Athens here Thursday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

ATHENS FALLS AT HORSEHEADS, 1-

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HORSEHEADS â€” Tes Eisner scored late in the game to lift Horseheads to a 1-0 win over Athens here Friday night in non-league girls soccer action.

ATHENS' WANCK WINS BOB GREENE INVITE; LEADS ATHENS TO SECOND-PLACE FINISH

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

VOUGH FINISHES THIRD IN GIRLS RACE NEWARK VALLEY â€” On the heels of winning the prestigious McQuaid Invitational, Athens 8th-grader Graham Wanck won the modified boys race at the Bob Greene Cross Country Invite, and Eli Hicks placed sixth to lead the junior Wildcats to a second-place finish in the team standings.

ATHENS TOPS TROY, 3-2

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

EAST TROY â€” Sophomore Marcos Quiros scored to give Athens the early lead, and the Wildcats never trailed in a 3-2 win over Troy here Thursday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

ATHENS' HICKS, DENLINGER FINISH IN TOP-12 AT BOB GREENE INVITE

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

NEWARK VALLEY â€” Athens sophomore Ethan Hicks, and senior Ethan Denlinger each finished in the top-12 here Thursday afternoon in the boys race at the Bob Greene Cross Country Invitational.

ATHENS' BRONSON LEADS FOUR VALLEY RUNNERS IN TOP-16 AT BOB GREENE INVITE

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

NEWARK VALLEY â€” Athens sophomore Sara Bronson led four Valley runners in the top-16 here Thursday afternoon in the girls portion of the Bob Greene Cross Country Invitational.

ATHENS RALLIES IN SECOND HALF; EDGES WELLSBORO, 3-

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Senior Ally Thoman scored a pair of second-half goals to help Athens to a come-from-behind, 3-2, win over Wellsboro here Wednesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division girls soccer action.

RYAN POWERS ATHENS IN FOUR-SET WIN OVER TOWANDA

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Short-handed Athens, led by senior Jenny Ryanâ€™s quadruple-double, got stronger as the night went on, rallying after dropping the first set for a 3-1 win over Towanda here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

ATHENS BOYS, GIRLS TOP WELLSBORO, FALL TO WYALUSING

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” The Athens boys and girls both dropped decisions to Wyalusing, and registered wins over Wellsboro here Tuesday afternoon in an NTL double-dual cross country meet at Round Top Park.

MIXTURE OF 'TALENT AND TOUGHNESS' HAS PUT LISTER ATOP ATHENS' ALL-TIME PASSING YARDAGE LIST

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens senior Mason Lister has used a mixture of talent and toughness to start at quarterback in 35 straight games, and now stands as the programâ€™s all-time passing yardage leader with 4,618 yards.

ATHENS' COOPER PUNCHES TICKET TO STATES; SAXON FINISHES 7TH

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Athens junior Evan Cooper entered Day 2 of the District 4, Class AAA golf championships in good position to punch his ticket to the PIAA Championships.

HICKS, DENLINGER PACE ATHENS AT RUGGED McQUAID INVITATIONAL

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROCHESTER â€” Sophomore Ethan Hicks and senior Ethan Denlinger both finished in the top-30 to lead Athens in the Small Schools A-2 race here Saturday at the rugged McQuaid Cross Country Invitational.

ATHENS' BRONSON SISTERS, WAVERLY'S VAUGHN TURN IN STRONG PERFORMANCES AT McQUAID INVITATIONAL

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROCHESTER â€” Athens sophomore Sara Bronson and senior Emma Bronson, and Waverly junior Elizabeth Vaughn turned in top-50 performances here Saturday in the girls Small School race at the prestigious McQuaid Cross Country Invitational.

ATHENS' WANCK SETS COURSE RECORD, WINS PRESTIGIOUS McQUAID INVITATIONAL

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROCHESTER â€” Eighth-grader Graham Wanck accomplished something most high school runners, regardless of age, only dream of, winning the junior high title at the prestigious McQuaid Cross Country Invitational here Saturday.

MILLER POWERS ATHENS TO 4-0 WIN OVER NEB

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Junior Korey Miller had a career day, scoring four goals in the first half to lead Athens to a 4-1 win over Northeast Bradford here Saturday morning in NTL boys soccer action to cap off a successful Homecoming Weekend.

BIG SECOND HALF PROPELS ATHENS TO 34-0 WIN OVER TOWANDA

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens overcame a â€œreally, really ugly first half.â€ and used a pair of special teams TDs to blow open a close game en route to a 34-0 win over NTL Large School football rival Towanda here on a Homecoming Friday night at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS FINISHES SECOND IN CLASS AAA; COOPER, SAXON IN CONTENTION FOR STATES

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Junior Evan Cooper and sophomore Dylan Saxon are in contention to advance to States after Day 1 of the District 4, Class AAA Golf Championships here Thursday at the Williamsport Country Club.

ATHENS, WILLIAMSON FIT TO BE TIED; BATTLE TO 0-0 DOUBLE-OT DRAW

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION, Pa. â€” Athens and Williamson walked on the pitch here Wednesday afternoon tied for second place in the NTL boys soccer standings, and 100 minutes of scoreless action later â€” a 0-0 double-OT draw â€” the two teams were fittingly still tied.

ATHENS TOPS TROY, 3-

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Troy was able to force a fourth set, but Athens got back on the winning track with a 3-1 win here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division volleyball action.

UNBEATEN ATHENS GIRLS TOP TOWANDA; BOYS FALL

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

THOMAN SCORES FOUR TIMES; LEADS ATHENS IN 5-4 WIN OVER WYALUSING

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING â€” Senior Ally Thoman scored four goals to lead Athens in a come-from-behind, 5-3, win over Wyalusing here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action.

ATHENS FINISHES OFF PERFECT LEAGUE SEASON WITH WIN AT TOMASSO'S

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

CHEMUNG â€” Athens junior Evan Cooper earned low-medal honors, and the Wildcats top four golfer finished in the top 12 as they finished off a perfect NTL season here in the final league golf match of the season at Tomassoâ€™s Golf Course.

MILLER, POST NET HAT TRICKS; ATHENS ROUTS TOWANDA, 9-

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Junior Korey Miller had three goals and two assists, and senior Brayden Post also had a hat trick to pace Athens in a 9-1 rout of Towanda here Monday night in NTL boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS DROPS 5-1 DECISION TO POWERHOUSE CORNING

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Corning scored three goals in the final 23 minutes, including two in the closing minutes, to blow open a close game and win a 5-1 decision over Athens here Friday night in non-league boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

HICKS, DELINGER PACE ATHENS IN FOURTH-PLACE FINISH AT OWEGO INVITE

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

OWEGO â€” Sophomore Ethan Hicks and senior Ethan Denlinger both turned in top-10 performances to lead Athens to a fourth-place finish in the Large School Division here Saturday morning at the Owego Cross Country Invitational.

BRONSON SISTERS LEAD ATHENS TO FOURTH-PLACE LARGE SCHOOL FINISH AT OWEGO INVITE

Sat, 24 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

OWEGO â€” Sophomore Sara Bronson finished third, and senior Emma Bronson was 10th to pace Athens to a fourth-place finish in the Large School Division here Saturday at the Owego Cross Country Invitational.

TROY GRINDS OUT 32-7 WIN OVER ATHENS

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TROY â€” Athens couldnâ€™t take advantage of prime field position early, and didnâ€™t have an answer for Troyâ€™s run game as it lost, 32-7, in NTL Large School football action here Friday at Alparon Park.

ATHENS SWEPT BY WYALUSING

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING â€” Wyalusing pulled out a tightly-contested first set, then cruised to a sweep of Athens here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

ATHENS, TOWANDA PLAY TO 1-1 DRAW

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Athens scored early in the game, but played more than 90 minutes without another goal in a 1-1 double-overtime tie against Towanda here Thursday evening in NTL girls soccer action.

ATHENS HANDS NEB FIRST LEAGUE LOSS, 5-

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROME, Pa. â€” Sophomore Marco Quiros netted a first-half hat trick as Athens handed Northeast Bradford its first NTL boys soccer loss, a 5-0 decision here Wednesday afternoon.

ATHENS DROPS FIVE-SET DECISION TO WILLIAMSON

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” For the second time in five days, Athens found itself in an epic five-set battle. This time, however, the Lady Wildcats came up short in a 3-2 loss to Williamson here Tuesday night in NTL volleyball action.

ATHENS WINS AGAIN; CLINCHES SECOND STRAIGHT LEAGUE TITLE

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Athens had four of the top 11 scorers, led by low-medal winner junior Evan Cooper, to win its sixth straight NTL golf match and clinched its second straight league title here Tuesday afternoon at the Towanda Country Club.

ATHENS RALLIES IN SECOND HALF TO EDGE WYALUSING, 2-

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens scored a pair of second-half goals to rally for a 2-1 win over Wyalusing here Tuesday evening in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium, snapping a three-game losing streak.

ATHENS GIRLS TOP TROY TO TAKE CONTOL OF DIVISION TITLE CHASE; ATHENS BOYS SPLIT

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS TOWNSHIP â€” The Bronson sisters â€” sophomore Sara and senior Emma â€” finished 1-2 to lead the Athens girls to wins over Troy and Sayre to take control of the NTL Large School Division title chase, while the Athens boys topped Sayre, but dropped a decision to Troy.

OPPORTUNISTIC ATHENS RALLIES TO EDGE HORSEHEADS, 2-

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Neither team managed many shots-on-goal in a defensive battle, but Athens made the more its opportunities, scoring on both of its second-half shots to pull out a 2-1 non-league win over Horseheads here Monday evening in boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

MIDD-WEST PUTS ATHENS AWAY IN SECOND HALF

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Midd-West pumped in four second-half goals to blow open a close game en route to a 5-0 non-league win over Athens here Saturday afternoon in boys soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS DROPS NON-LEAGUE GAMES TO BALDWINSVILLE, CICERO-NORTH SYRACUSE

Sat, 17 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

NORTH SYRACUSE â€” Athens dropped a pair of decisions over the weekend, falling to Baldwinsville and Cicero-North Syracuse â€” both Class AA programs â€” at the â€œNorth-South Challengeâ€ here at Cicero-North Syracuse High School.

ATHENS RIDES DEFENSE TO FIRST WIN OVER WELLSBORO SINCE 201

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Wellsboro scored on its first possession, but the Athens defense kept them off the board until the final minute of the game in a 23-13 win here Friday night in NTL Large School football action.

ATHENS RALLIES TO TOP SAYRE IN FIVE-SET THRILLER

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE â€” Senior Jenny Ryan posted a quadruple-double, and senior Audrey Clare added a triple-doubles to lead Athens in a come-from-behind, 3-2, win over Sayre here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

DEFENDING LEAGUE CHAMPION TROY BLANKS ATHENS, 3-

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Defending league champion Troy remained near the top of the league standings with a 3-0 win over Athens here Thursday evening in NTL girls soccer action.

UNBEATEN WELLSBORO EDGES ATHENS, 2-1, IN OVERTIME

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” There are few things guaranteed in life, but one of them is the fact that when the Athens and Wellsboro boys soccer teams square off, itâ€™s going to be a hard-fought and tightly-contested game, and it will have league title implications.

BALANCED WILDCATS PLACE FIRST AT LEAGUE MATCH FOR FIFTH STRAIGHT WEEK

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD, Pa. â€” All six of Athensâ€™ golfers placed in the top 15, and the Wildcats took first place for the fifth consecutive week here at the NTL golf match at River Valley Country Club.

ATHENS BOUNCES BACK TO BLANK NP-MANSFIELD, 4-

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Freshman Kaitlyn Sutton netted her second hat trick of the young season as Athens bounced back from a loss to Waverly Monday night with a 4-0 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Tuesday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action.

ATHENS GIRLS, BOYS SPLIT WITH NEB, SULLIVAN COUNTY

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROME â€” The Athens boys and girls both earned splits in their tri-meets here Tuesday afternoon, beating Sullivan County, but falling to Northeast Bradford in NTL cross country action.

WAVERLY BLANKS ATHENS, 2-

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WAVERLY â€” Junior Lea VanAllen delivered a pair long second-half goals to lift Waverly to a 2-0 win over crosstown rival Athens here Monday night in non-league girls soccer action at Memorial Stadium.

ATHENS FALLS IN SEMIS AT WILLIAMSON TOURNEY

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION â€” Athens advanced to the semifinals, while Sayre fell in the quarterfinals â€” both losing to eventual runner-up Coudersport â€” here Saturday at the annual Williamson Volleyball Tournament.

BRONSONS LEAD ATHENS GIRLS TO FIFTH-PLACE FINISH AT FORBES INVITATIONAL

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ONEONTA â€” Sophomore Sara Bronson and senior Emma Bronson both ran to top-10 finishes to pace Athens in a fifth-place finish here Saturday at the Dave Forbes Cross Country Invitational.

POST LEADS ATHENS IN 3-1 WIN OVER GALETON

Sat, 10 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

GALETON â€” Senior Brayden Post scored a pair of goals to lead Athens to a 3-1 win over Galeton here Saturday night in NTL boys soccer action.

ATHENS RIDES BIG SECOND QUARTER TO 55-7 WIN OVER WYALUSING

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING â€” Athens scored four TDs in the second quarter on its way to a 55-7 win over Wyalusing here Friday night in NTL Large School Division football action.

ATHENS RALLIES TO TOP COWANESQUE VALLEY, 3-1

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens overcame a slow start and rallied for a 3-1 win over Cowanesque Valley here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

NORTHEAST BRADFORD RALLIES PAST ATHENS, 4-

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROME, Pa. â€” Athens scored twice early, but Northeast Bradford shut them down the rest of the way and rallied for a 4-2 win here Thursday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action.

ATHENS EDGES NP-LIBERTY, 1-

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Sophomore Isaac Wilcox, off a feed from junior Korey Miller, scored 84 seconds into the game, and the Athens defense made it stand in a 1-0 win over North Penn-Liberty here Wednesday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

CANTON SWEEPS PAST ATHENS

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

CANTON â€” Canton continued it strong early-season play, sweeping Athens here Tuesday night to improve to 3-0 in NTL volleyball action.

COOPER LEADS BALANCED WILDCATS TO FOURTH STRAIGHT FIRST-PLACE FINISH

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Athensâ€™ top five golfers finished in the top 15 to lead the Wildcats to their fourth straight first-place finish in NTL boys golf action here Tuesday afternoon at Corey Creek Golf Club.

ATHENS DROPS PAIR OF DECISIONS AT MONTOURSVILLE TOURNAMENT

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MONTOURSVILLE â€” Athens dropped a pair of close decisions here Saturday to finish fourth at the Montoursville boys soccer tournament.

Athens Rolls Past Cowanesque Valley, 48-0

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Mason Lister threw four TD passes, and senior Caleb Nichols ran for two to lead Athens to a 48-0 win over Cowanesque Valley here Friday night in NTL football action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS SWEEPS NEB IN SEASON OPENER

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens pulled out a close decision in the second set on its way to a season-opening sweep of Northeast Bradford here Thursday night in NTL volleyball action.

COOPER, SULLIVAN LEAD ATHENS TO THIRD STRAIGHT FIRST-PLACE FINISH

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Led by junior Evan Cooper, Athens had four scorers in the top 10 to win its third straight league match here Thursday afternoon in NTL golf action at the Towanda Country Club.

THOMAN, SUTTON LEAD ATHENS TO SEASON-OPENING, 6-3, WIN OVER WILLIAMSON

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Ally Thoman scored a pair of first-half goals, and freshman Kaitlyn Sutton netted a hat trick in her first varsity game to lead Athens to a season-opening, 6-3, win over Williamson here Thursday afternoon in NTL girls soccer action at Alumni Stadium.

MILLER, VanHELDEN LEAD ATHENS TO 5-0 WIN OVER NORTH PENN-LIBERTY

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY â€” Junior Korey Miller scored a pair of goals, and senior Levent Van Helden doled out two assists, and tallied one goal to lead Athens to a 5-0 win over North Penn-Liberty here Thursday afternoon in NTL boys soccer action.

ATHENS RIDES BIG FIRST HALF TO SEASON-OPENING, 6-1, WIN OVER TROY

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens scored five goals in a dominant first half on its way to a 6-1 win over Troy here Wednesday evening in NTL boys soccer action.

BIG PLAYS PROVE COSTLY; ATHENS DROPS OPENER, 33-14, TO EXECUTIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Executive Education Academy used a pair long pass plays late in the first half to take control on its way to a 33-14 season-opening win over Athens here Friday night in non-league football action at Alumni Stadium.

ATHENS WINS AGAIN; TOPS FIELD BY 10 STROKES AT TYOGA COUNTRY CLUB

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Athens, led by junior Evan Cooper, had three golfers in the top seven to record its second straight first-place finish in NTL golf action here Monday afternoon at the Tyoga Country Club.

COOPER LEAD ATHENS TO SIXTH-PLACE FINISH AT SELINSGROVE INVITE

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SELINSGROVE, Pa. â€” Sophomore Dylan Saxon had a career-best day, and junior Evan Cooper continued his strong play to lead Athens to a top-10 finish here Saturday in the Selinsgrove Invitational at the Susquehanna Valley Country Club.

ATHENS WINS OPENING LEAGUE MATCH

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WAVERLY â€” Athens junior Evan Cooper earned low-medal honors, leading Athens to a 6-0 record in the opening NTL golf match of the season here Wednesday afternoon at The Club at Shepard Hills.

WRIGHT, BRONSONS NARROWLY MISS OUT ON TRIP TO STATES â€” SARA BRONSON, EMMA BRONSON EACH BREAK SCHOOL RECORD

Sat, 21 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Athens saw several athletes come up just short of making States at the District IV Track and Field Championships here Saturday.

ATHENS FALLS TO LEWISBURG, 5-3, IN CLASS 4A QUARTERFINALS

Sat, 21 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

LEWISBURG â€” Athens outhit Lewisburg, 10-1, but the Green Dragons took advantage of base on balls, and three costly errors early in the game to pull out a 5-3 win here Saturday in the quarterfinals of the District 4, Class AAAA baseball playoffs.

ATHENS TEAMS EARN FOUR MEDALS AT DAY 1 OF DISTRICT MEET

Thu, 19 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” The Lady Wildcats, competing in Class 3A, brought home a trio of medals from Day 1 of the District 4 Track & Field Championships, while the Class AA Athens boys earned one medal.

ATHENS FALLS AT MONTGOMERY IN SEASON FINALE; ELIMINATED FROM POSTSEASON PLAY

Wed, 18 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MONTGOMERY â€” Faith Persing tossed a three-hitter, and drove in four runs to lead Montgomery to a four-inning, 15-0, win over Athens here Wednesday in non-league softball action.

ATHENS FALLS TO SAYRE, 15-3, AT PNC FIELD

Sun, 15 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SCRANTON â€” Sayre poured nine runs across the plate in the second inning to erase an early deficit en route to a 15-3 five-inning win over Athens here Sunday afternoon at PNC Field.

THENS PULLS OUT 8-4 WIN OVER TIOGA IN OPENER OF 'BATTLE AT THE BORDER'

Sat, 14 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens used a five-run fourth-inning rally to erase an early deficit on its way to an 8-4 win over Tioga here Saturday morning in the opening game of the softball â€œBattle at the Border.â€

PERSUN SHINES, LEADS ATHENS TO 11-1 WIN OVER WAVERLY IN 'BATTLE AT THE BORDER' FINALE

Sat, 14 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” After pitching seven inning in a win over Tioga earlier in the day, Athens freshman Savanah Persun told her coach she â€œwanted the ballâ€ again against Waverly here Saturday afternoon in the nightcap of the â€œBattle at the Border.â€

LADY WILDCATS WIN LEAGUE MEET; ATHENS BOYS FINISH THIRD

Fri, 13 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” The Athens girls track and field team continued their dominance at the NTL Championships, pulling away late to claim the title with 159 points.

ATHENS EDGES WATKINS GLEN / O-M, 2-1, BEHIND PITCHING GEM FROM KRAFT

Fri, 13 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Junior Lucas Kraft pitched a complete-game, and drove in the winning run in the sixth inning to lead Athens to a 2-1 win over Watkins Glen / Odessa-Montour here Friday afternoon in non-league baseball action.

LISTER, SULLIVAN COMBINE ON FIVE-HITTER; LEAD ATHENS TO 7-0 WIN OVER NP-MANSFIELD

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Juniors Mason Lister and Cameron Sullivan combined on a five-hit shutout to lead Athens to a 7-0 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

NP-LIBERTY BESTS ATHENS, 9-4, DESPITE MACIK'S TWO HOME RUNS

Mon, 09 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Athens senior Caydence Macik belt a pair of solo home runs, but North Penn-Liberty ace Mackenzi Tice held down the rest of the line-up in a 9-4 win here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

CANTON PULLS AWAY LATE IN 10-3 WIN OVER ATHENS

Thu, 05 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Canton scored five runs in the top of the sixth inning to blow open a close game en route to a 10-3 win over Athens here Thursday afternoon in NTL softball action.

WALKER, FRIEND LEAD ATHENS TO WINS OVER NEB, NP-M IN FINAL DUALS OF SEASON; BRONSON BREAKS SCHOOL RECORD IN 1,60

Tue, 03 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Hannah Walker won four events, and junior Cassy Friend was a triple-winner to lead Athens to regular-season closing wins over Northeast Bradford and North Penn-Mansfield here Tuesday afternoon in NTL track & field action.

ATHENS CLOSES DUAL SEASON WITH WINS OVER NEB, NP-MANSFIELD

Tue, 03 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Junior Jaden Wright was a four-time winner, and senior Kyle Anthony was a triple-winner to lead Athens to wins over Northeast Bradford and North Penn-Mansfield here Tuesday afternoon in NTL track & field action.

BANGED-UP' ATHENS FALLS AT WELLSBORO, 13-

Tue, 03 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Athens struck first in the top of the first inning, but Wellsboro answered with a flurry of runs in a 13-3 win here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School Division softball action.

WELLSBORO TOPS ATHENS, 11-

Tue, 03 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Wellsboro plated six runs in the home half of the sixth inning to blow open a close game en route to an 11-4 win over Athens here Tuesday afternoon in NTL Large School baseball action.

WYALUSING AVENGES LOSS WITH 13-3 WIN OVER ATHENS

Mon, 02 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Wyalusing built a big lead early, and took advantage of nine Athens errors in a 13-3 win here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School softball action.

WYALUSING REMAINS UNBEATEN WITH 7-4 WIN OVER ATHENS

Mon, 02 May 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Unbeaten Wyalusing scored an unearned run on two Athens errors on the same play in the top of the third inning to take the lead for good on its way to a 7-4 win over Athens here Monday afternoon in NTL Large School Division baseball action.

ATHENS EDGES CV, 2-1, IN SEASON OPENER

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Karter Rude helped Athens manufacture both of its runs, and juniors Lucas Kraft and Cameron Sullivan combined on a strong pitching performance to lead the Wildcats to a season-opening, 2-1, win over Cowanesque Valley here Friday afternoon.

ATHENS DROPS SEASON OPENER TO CV, 12-

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Cowanesque Valley erupted for eight runs in the top of the third inning en route to a season-opening, 12-2, win over Athens here Friday afternoon in NTL softball action.

BRADLEY WINS PIAA GOLD IN DRAMATIC FASHION

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Athens senior Gavin Bradley has tasted defeat on PIAAâ€™s biggest stage, and he didnâ€™t want to feel that way again. His takedown late in the third period lifted him to PIAA gold in the 113-pound bracket here Saturday afternoon in the Class AA Wrestling Championships at the Giant Center.

BRADLEY CONTINUES CHASE; RIDES THIRD-PERIOD FALL INTO SEMIFINALS

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Once Athens senior Gavin Bradley caught up to Quaker Valley sophomore Jack Kazalas, it was all over â€” a third-period fall here Friday morning to advance to the 113-pound semifinals of the PIAA Class AA Wrestling Championships at The Gian Center.

RUDE BOWS OUT IN SECOND ROUND OF WRESTLEBACKS AT CLASS AA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Athens senior Karter Rude saw his high school career come to an end Friday morning with a setback in the second round of wrestlebacks here at the PIAA Class AA Championships at the Giant Center.

ARCHBISHOP CARROLL ENDS ATHENS' RUN IN 'SWEET 16' OF 4A PLAYOFFS

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SHAMOKIN â€” Archbishop Carroll used an early 19-2 run to take control, and end Athensâ€™ season with an 83-38 win in the â€œSweet 16â€ of the PIAA, Class 4A boys basketball playoffs here Friday night.

BRADLEY EXECUTES GAME PLAN IN SEMI-FINAL WIN; WILL WRESTLE FOR PIAA GOLD

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Athens senior Gavin Bradley executed his game plan and pulled out a 4-1 decision over Faith Academy Christian freshman ace Gauge Botero Friday night to advance to the 113-pound finals of the PIAA, Class AA Wrestling Championships here at The Giant Center.

BRADLEY SCORES MAJOR DECISION IN OPENING ROUND OF CLASS AA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Athens senior Gavin Bradley, a state runner-up last year, may not have wrestled his best, but he still advanced to the quarterfinals with a 16-5 major decision in the opening round of the PIAA Class AA Wrestling Championships here Thursday morning at The Giant Center.

RUDE DROPS HEARTREAKER IN OPENING ROUND OF CLASS AA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Athens senior Karter Rude wrestled a strong four minutes, but got caught in a scramble early in the third period, and dropped a 5-2 decision in the opening round of the PIAA, Class AA wrestling championships here Thursday morning.

RUDE ADVANCES IN CLASS AA WRESTLEBACKS WITH SECOND-PERIOD FALL

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

HERSHEY â€” Athens senior Karter Rude bounced back from an opening-round loss with a second-period fall to advance in the 152-pound consolation bracket here Thursday afternoon at the PIAA, Class AA Wrestling Championships at The Giant Center.

ATHENS EDGES MID-VALLEY, 42-40, FOR FIRST STATE PLAYOFF WIN SINCE 195

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SCRANTON â€” Senior J.J. Babcock made big play after big play, senior Ryan Thompson canned a clutch 3-pointer, and senior Tucker Brown scored the game-winning points for the second time in three postseason games as Athens fended off a strong second-half effort by Mid-Valley to pull out a 42-40 win in the opening round of the PIAA Class 4A boys basketball playoffs here Tuesday night at Lackawanna College.

BRADLEY WINS THIRD STRAIGHT TITLE, QUALIFIES FOR STATES FOR FOURTH TIME; RUDE PUNCHES TICKET TO HERSHEY FOR FIRST TIME

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Senior Gavin Bradley became the second wrestler in Athens program history to qualify for the PIAA Championships four times here Saturday, while senior Karter Rude punched his ticket to Hershey for the first time.

SHOOTING WOES PROVES COSTLY; ATHENS FALLS, 71-58, TO LEWISBURG IN CLASS 4A TITLE GAME

Sat, 05 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” All season long, Athens feasted on lay-ups as a key cog of its offense, and that continued against Lewisburg. The difference against the Green Dragons was that those lay-ups didnâ€™t go down, with the Wildcats falling 71-58 in District 4, Class AAAA boysâ€™ basketball championship game Saturday.

ATHENS ADVANCES TWO TO SEMIFINALS; TWO FALL INTO CONSOLATION BRACKET

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Athens advanced two wrestlers â€” seniors Gavin Bradley and Karter Rude â€” to Saturday morningâ€™s semifinals, while two Wildcats fell into the consolation bracket here Friday night at the District 4, Class AA Wrestling Championships.

ATHENS FINISHES UP STRONG PERFORMANCE AT D4 CHAMPIONSHIPS

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Athens had five different swimmers, led by senior Brooke Kopatz and freshman Ethan Hicks, earn a pair of medals here Thursday night at Day 2 of the District 4 Swimming & Diving Championships.

DEFOREST, WILLIAMS PACE ATHENS AT DAY 1 OF D4 CHAMPIONSHIPS; BOTH TEAMS IN FOURTH PLACE

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Juniors Chris DeForest and Taegan Williams had the top performances for Athens in Day 1 at the District 4 Swimming & Diving Championships, leading both the boys and girls teams into fourth place at the midway point.

BROWN'S LATE FREE THROWS LIFT ATHENS TO 41-40 WIN OVER SHAMOKIN, INTO CLASS 4A TITLE GAME

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Senior Tucker Brown buried two free throws with 16 seconds remaining to lift Athens to a 41-40 win over Shamokin, and into the District 4, Class 4A championship game.

ATHENS ADVANCES FOUR TO NORTHEAST REGIONAL

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” It was a good day for Athens wrestling, but it could have been better. Four wrestlers made it through to regionals â€” the highest number of any team from the NTL, but none of them won their medal-round match.

ATHENS ADVANCES THREE TO SEMIFINALS OF CLASS AA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WILLIAMSPORT â€” Athens advanced three wrestlers â€” seniors Karter Rude and Gavin Bradley, and junior Jake Courtney â€” into the semifinals of Saturdayâ€™s District 4, Class AA Wrestling Championships.

ATHENS RIDES DEFENSE TO 57-23 ROUT OF MILTON IN CLASS 4A QUARTERFINALS

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens allowed seven first-half points, limited Milton to 15-percent shooting from the field in the game, and forced 28 turnovers in a 57-23 rout here Friday night in the quarterfinals of the District 4, Class AAAA boys basketball playoffs.

LEWISBURG EDGES ATHENS IN DEFENSIVE BATTLE IN CLASS 4A QUARTERFINALS

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” When two teams play good man-to-man defense, points can be hard to come by.

TOWANDA HOLDS OFF ATHENS, 43-37, TO WIN 'SHOWDOWN

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE â€” For two-and-a-half quarters, Athens was able to hang with Towanda, but a Black Knight run late in the third quarter, and early in the fourth, helped them edge the Wildcats, 43-37, for the NTL Showdown title Saturday.

ATHENS WINS 'SHOWDOWN;' EDGES TROY, 68-67, IN OVERTIME

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

SAYRE â€” In a game no fan wanted to end, Athens and Troy needed extra time to decide who was going to walk out with the NTL Showdown Trophy. And, in the end, the Wildcats got a Nalen Carling free throw with 49.9 seconds remaining to take a 1-point lead, and made it stick defensively to beat the Trojans, 68-67, in boysâ€™ basketball action Saturday.â€¨

ATHENS CROWNS TWO CHAMPS, ADVANCES SIX IN THIRD-PLACE PERFORMANCE AT NORTH SECTION TOURNAMENT

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens crowned two champs, and will advance six wrestlers to next weekendâ€™s District 4 Championships after a third-place finish here Saturday at the North Section Tournament.

MACIK, STRONG DEFENSE PROPEL ATHENS INTO NTL SHOWDOWN FINAL

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ROME â€” A dominant defensive effort, and a 28-point showing by Caydence Macik helped lead the Athens Wildcats past Northeast Bradford 37-25 in the semifinals of the NTL Showdown on Thursday night.

BABCOCK DOMINATES AS ATHENS OVERCOMES HOT WYALUSING SHOOTING TO MAKE NTL SHOWDOWN FINAL

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING â€” The Wyalusing Rams came out firing in the NTL Showdown on Thursday night, but Athens had the answer every time in a 74-69 win.

ATHENS THUMPS WILLIAMSON; SEWS UP SPOT IN NTL SHOWDOWN

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION â€” Athens took command early, and cruised to a 67-42 win over Williamson here Wednesday night to clinch a berth in the NTL Boys Basketball Showdown.

ATHENS JVs ROLL OVER WILLIAMSON; FINISHES SEASON AT 19-3

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TIOGA JUNCTION â€” Athens displayed offensive firepower in the first quarter, and shutdown defense in the middle two en route to a season-ending 52-19 win over Williamson here Wednesday evening in NTL Large School junior varsity boys basketball action.

ATHENS ROLLS TO BIG WIN OVER NP-M IN REGULAR SEASON FINALE

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Freshman Addy Wheeler scored a career-high 18 points to lead Athens to a regular season-ending, 45-12, win over North Penn-Mansfield here Monday night in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

BABCOCK CLOSES IN ON ANOTHER MILESTONE AS ATHENS ROLLS TO 79-45 WIN OVER TOWANDA

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA - Athensâ€™ J,J, Babcock inched closer to his 500th rebound in a 79-45 win over Towanda during NTL Boysâ€™ basketball action Monday.

ATHENS RACKS UP THREE WINS IN FOUR DAYS OVER DIVISIONAL RIVALS

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens earned three wins in four nights over NTL Large School Divisional opponents, including a victory over Troy to avenge a loss earlier this season, to improve to 18-3 on the season.

ATHENS COMEBACK FALLS SHORT IN 70-64 SETBACK AT TROY

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TROY â€” Athens came within a rimmed out lay-up of possibly taking hold of the NTL Large School title chase, but ultimately ran out of gas as it fell to Troy, 70-64, in boys basketball action here Saturday at the Commons Building.

CARLING, DEFENSE PACE ATHENS IN 48-40 WIN OVER WELLSBORO; BABCOCK NETS 1,000TH CAREER POINT

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Senior Nalen Carling fueled a strong first half, and his classmate J.J. Babcock netted his 1,000th career point in Athensâ€™ 48-40 win over Wellsboro here Friday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

ATHENS POSTS CONVINCING WINS OVER TOWANDA ON SENIOR NIGHT

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” The Athens boys and girls rolled to big wins over Towanda on Senior Night here Thursday in NTL swimming & diving action.

ATHENS ROLLS TO 45-24 WIN OVER NP-MANSFIELD

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens used balanced scoring to pull away from North Penn-Mansfield for a 45-24 win here Wednesday night in NTL junior varsity boys basketball action.

DEFENSE, MACIK LIFT ATHENS TO 45-26 WIN OVER TROY

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens dished out a large dose of senior Caydence Macik, and an even bigger dose of defense in a 45-26 win over Troy here Thursday night in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

ATHENS' PRESSURE TOO MUCH FOR NP-M IN 63-25 ROMP

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Fueled by its full-court pressure, Athens used a 28-2 run in a 12-minute span that extended from the first to the third quarters on its way to a 63-25 win over North Penn-Mansfield here Wednesday night in NTL Large School Division boys basketball action.

ATHENS SHAKES OFF SLOW STARTS; PULLS AWAY FROM WYALUSING, 56-2

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens shook off a slow start, then pulled away for a 56-29 win over Wyalusing here Tuesday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

ATHENS CLOSES STRONG IN 52-37 WIN OVER WELLSBORO

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WELLSBORO â€” Thanks in part to a switch back to full-court pressure with five minutes remaining, Athens closed the game with a 16-2 run in a 52-37 win over Wellsboro here Monday night in NTL Large School Division girls basketball action.

ATHENS SCORES FIRST 21 POINTS IN 51-19 WIN OVER SULLIVAN COUNTY

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

LAPORTE, Pa. â€” Athens scored the first 21 points of the game, and cruised to a 51-19 win over Sullivan County Saturday afternoon in non-league girls basketball action.

SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT TOPS ATHENS, 39-28, IN OPENING ROUND OF D4 DUALS

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens lost the pre-match coin flip, a couple of â€œtoss-upâ€ matches, and eventually a 39-28 decision to South Williamsport here Wednesday night in the opening round of the District 4 Wrestling Duals.

ATHENS BOYS TOP ELK LAKE; LADY WILDCATS FALL

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:54:12 +0000

DIMOCK, Pa. â€” Junior Ethan Denlinger and freshman Ethan Hicks were triple-winners to lead Athens to a 101-59 win over Elk Lake here Tuesday afternoon in non-league swimming action, while the Lady Wildcats dropped a 102-83 decision.

MISSED OPPORTUNITIES COST ATHENS IN 43-32 LOSS TO TOWANDA

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Missed opportunities haunted Athens on Monday as their defense kept them in the game against the league unbeaten Towanda, but they didnâ€™t hit the shots they needed to to get the win, falling, 43-32. to the Knights in NTL Large School girls basketball action.

BRADLEY WINS TITLE, RUDE, COURTNEY RUNNERS-UP TO LEAD ATHENS IN THIRD-PLACE FINISH AT BEDFORD TOURNAMENT

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

BEDFORD, Pa. â€” Unbeaten senior Gavin Bradley bumped up a weight class this weekend, and still ran the table to win the 120-pound crown at the annual Thomas Chevrolet Tournament, while five of his teammates also placed to help the Wildcats to a third-place finish in the team standings.

SECOND QUARTER SINKS ATHENS IN 69-38 LOSS TO DALLAS

Sat, 29 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens led by five points after the first quarter, but walked into the halftime locker room down by 21 in a 69-38 loss to Dallas here Saturday evening in non-league boys basketball action.

ATHENS ADVANCES FOUR TO SEMIFINALS OF BEDFORD TOURNAMENT; THREE ALIVE IN WRESTLEBACKS

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

BEDFORD, Pa. â€” Athens advanced four wrestlers to the semifinals, has three alive in wrestlebacks, and sits in fourth place after Day 1 at the rugged Thomas Chevrolet Tournament.

ATHENS BUILDS BIG LEAD EARLY IN 47-12 WIN OVER COWANESQUE VALLEY

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens kept Cowanesque Valley off the board in the first quarter, and built a quick double-digit lead en route to a 47-12 win here Friday night in NTL girls basketball action.

TOWANDA CRUISES TO 52-25 WIN OVER ATHENS

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Athens dug itself a big hole early, and Paige Manchester and Porscia Bennett made sure the Lady Wildcats wouldnâ€™t get out of it, leading Towanda to a lopsided 52-25 win here Thursday night in a key NTL Large School girls basketball match-up.

ATHENS RIDES BIG FIRST HALF TO 62-40 WIN AT COWANESQUE VALLEY

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD â€” Athens used a 9-0 run early in the first quarter, and a 16-2 blitz that bridged the first two quarters to build a 26-point halftime lead in a 62-40 win over Cowanesque Valley here Thursday night in NTL boys basketball action.

BRONSON POWERS ATHENS TO 32-11 WIN OVER TOWANDA

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Sara Bronson pumped in 22 points to lead Athens to a 32-11 win over Towanda here Thursday evening in NTL Large School junior varsity girls basketball action.

BIG FIRST HALF PROPELS ATHENS JVs TO 62-40 WIN OVER COWANESQUE VALLEY

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WESTFIELD â€” Athens used a big second-quarter run to take total control of the game on its way to a 62-40 win over Cowanesque Valley Thursday evening in NTL junior varsity boys basketball action.

TOWANDA HOLDS OFF ATHENS, 34-2

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Despite having a gauntlet of matches at the end of the season, Towanda had a goal of finishing their NTL schedule strong, and they accomplished that on Wednesday with a 34-29 win over Athens.

ATHENS ROLLS TO 58-21 WIN OVER NORTH PENN-LIBERTY

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY â€” Athens raced out to a quick double-digit lead, and blew the game wide open by halftime on its way to a 58-21 win over North Penn-Liberty here Wednesday night in NTL girls basketball action.

ATHENS JVs SHUTS OUT NP-L IN SECOND HALF OF 25-12 WIN

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

LIBERTY â€” Athens held North Penn-Liberty scoreless in the second half to pull away for a 25-12 win here Wednesday night in NTL junior varsity girls basketball action.

ATHENS TOPS NP-LIBERTY, 66-59, FOR SECOND BIG WIN IN 24 HOURS

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens overcame a slow start with a big third quarter, let a 14-point lead slip through its fingers, then pulled out a 56-49 win over North Penn-Liberty here Tuesday night in NTL boys basketball action.

ATHENS WINS FINAL SIX BOUTS IN 51-18 WIN OVER WAVERLY

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens won the final six bouts of the night to top Waverly, 51-18, here Tuesday night in non-league wrestling action.

ATHENS JVs ROLL OVER NORTH PENN-LIBERTY, 44-20

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Athens used a strong second half to blow open a close game on its way to a 44-20 win over North Penn-Liberty here Tuesday evening in NTL junior varsity boys basketball action.

ATHENS EDGES TROY, 61-57, IN MUST-WIN GAME

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” With two league losses already, and playing league unbeaten Troy, Athens knew this game was do-or-die if it wanted to stay in the hunt for an NTL title. And, with their backs against the wall, the Wildcats did that, beating the Trojans 61-57 in boys basketball action Monday.

ATHENS BOYS TOP DANVILLE; LADY WILDCATS FALL

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

DANVILLE â€” Junior Chris DeForest won four events to lead Athens to a 57-37 win over Danville Monday afternoon in non-league swimming action, while the Lady Wildcats dropped a 76-25 decision.

TROY STARTS FAST, HOLDS OFF ATHENS, 40-3

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” Troy jumped out to a big lead early, then made its free throws down the stretch to hold off Athens for a 40-33 win over Athens here Monday night in NTL Large School junior varsity boys basketball action.

ATHENS JVs TOP BENTON; FALL AT NP-MANSFIELD

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

BENTON â€” Athens took the lead early, maintained the lead throughout, and pulled out a 27-20 win over Benton here Saturday afternoon in non-league junior varsity girls basketball action.

MACIK HAULS DOWN MILESTONE REBOUND IN ATHENS' 50-16 WIN OVER BENTON

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

BENTON â€” Senior Caydence Macik scored 22 points, and hauled down her 600th career rebound to lead Athens in a 50-16 win over Benton here Saturday afternoon in non-league girls basketball action.

ATHENS GIRLS TOP LEWISBURG; BOYS DROP CLOSE DECISION

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

TOWANDA â€” Senior Brooke Kopatz, and juniors Taegan Williams and Taylar Fisher were double-winners to lead Athens to a 60-36 win over Lewisburg here Saturday afternoon, while the Wildcat boys dropped a 53-48 decision in non-league swimming action.

ATHNES EDGES WYALUSING, 32-3

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

ATHENS â€” There are two keys to winning dual meets: unheralded wrestlers stepping up with big wins, and those same wrestlers avoiding giving up bonus points if they donâ€™t win.

ATHENS RIDES DEFENSE AGAIN; ROLLS TO 56-21 WIN OVER NP-MANSFIELD

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

MANSFIELD â€” Athens limited North Penn-Mansfield to just two first-half field goals, and built a 19-point lead on its way to a 56-21 win over North Penn-Mansfield her Friday night in NTL girls basketball action.

WYALUSING TAKES ADVANTAGE OF TECHNICAL; TOPS ATHENS, 66-6

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING â€” Athens may have played one of its best first halves offensively this season, taking an 8-point lead on Wyalusing, but couldnâ€™t continue it in the second half as the Rams chipped away at the lead. Then, with both teams going back-and-forth in the final minutes, a technical foul against Athens set them back, and Wyalusing pulled out a 66-61 win in NTL boysâ€™ basketball action Friday.â€¨

MILLER LIFTS ATHENS JVs LATE IN 36-33 WIN OVER WYALUSING

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:54:12 +0000

WYALUSING â€” Korey Miller hit a pair of free throws to tie the game, then knocked down the game-winning 3-pointer in the final 90 seconds to lift Athens to a 36-33 win over Wyalusing here Friday night in NTL junior varsity boys basketball action.

ATHENS EARNS PAIR OF WINS; SHUTS OUT NEB, SAYRE