https://sportzwire.com ed@circlewsports.com (Ed Weaver) ed@circlewsports.com (Ed Weaver) en-us Copyright (C) 2026 SportzWire Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:58:03 +0000 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>High school sports are not defined by one season or one scoreboard. From fields and courts to pools, mats, and tracks, every sport carries moments of growth, resilience, and teamwork that shape athletes far beyond the final result. SportzWire is here to tell those stories, the ones that matter most.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/where-every-sport-has-a-story Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>For Northwest Area High School senior Michael Fritz, running isn’t just a sport — it’s a way of life, a journey of faith, family, and perseverance. A standout in both Cross Country and Track, Michael has spent his high school career building a legacy of excellence, humility, and leadership.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/sportzwire-spotlight-michael-fritz--running-with-purpose Sun, 02 Nov 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>The “Single A” boys’ race was the highlight of the day, showcasing District 2’s best as Elk Lake stormed to a state championship and Riverside claimed silver. Led by Kendle Jones’ blazing 16:05 runner-up finish, Elk Lake’s top trio set the tone early, while sophomore Trevor Upright and senior Whalen Kinney sealed the title with clutch second-half surges. Riverside countered with tight pack running from Mikey Schimelfenig and the Connor brothers to secure second place. District 2 shined across the board with standout medal runs from Susquehanna’s Maxx Kelly, Lackawanna Trail’s Avery Ronchi, and solid performances from Lakeland and Blue Ridge to cap an unforgettable day for the region.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/elk-lake-captures-state-gold-as-district-2-dominates-single-a-boys-race Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>The top runners from across Northeast Pennsylvania met at the Wyoming County Fairgrounds for the District 2 Cross Country Championships, delivering strong performances and exciting finishes across every classification. The event showcased both seasoned veterans and breakout performances, with several programs once again proving why District 2 is one of the state’s most competitive regions.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/district-2-cross-country-championships-familiar-faces-shine-as-new-champions-emerge Fri, 17 Oct 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>For Jon Casey and Kathleen Casey Anderson, this year’s Steamtown Marathon was more than 26.2 miles, it was a heartfelt tribute and a stride toward change. Running in memory of their late mother, Susan Casey, and in honor of young Eddie Kaufman’s courageous battle, the siblings carried the spirit of Build-N-Athlete’s mission with every step: breaking barriers so every child can play the sport they love. Kathleen’s third-place overall finish in 2:52 wasn’t just a personal triumph, it symbolized the power of purpose, community, and running for something bigger than yourself.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/running-with-purpose-build-n-athlete-turns-the-steamtown-marathon-into-a-mission-of-love-and-legacy Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Fog rolled over Bloomsburg University as the NEPA Invitational 2025 opened with the girls’ and boys’ junior high 3200-meter races. Shikellamy’s Carly Ross dominated the girls’ field in 11:10, while Danville claimed the team title with 91 points. On the boys’ side, Holy Redeemer’s Frank Pacelli edged Lewisburg’s Taylor Gulden-Luthi in a dramatic finish, clocking 10:00 to 10:01. District 2 runners shined with six top-12 finishes, led by Riverside’s Conner Moore in fifth. Lewisburg’s depth secured the boys’ team crown, while Crestwood placed second and Mid Valley edged Riverside by one point for fifth.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/nepa-invitational-2025-junior-high-3200m-showcases-rising-stars Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>The NEPA Invitational 2025 at Bloomsburg University featured standout varsity races as Warrior Run’s Clair Dufrene cruised to a dominant win in the girls’ race, while Northwestern’s Michael Fritz captured the boys’ crown. Local teams Hazleton Area and Riverside impressed with depth and top finishes, with Riverside earning the boys’ team title.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/varsity-stars-shine-at-nepa-invitational-2025-in-bloomsburg Fri, 26 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Mid Valley’s Jacob Borrelli stole the spotlight in Week 4 of the Lackawanna League Cluster Meets, breaking both the course and school record with a blistering 16:37 to lead the Spartans past Riverside in a 27-29 thriller. Elk Lake’s Kendel Jones also etched his name into history with a 15:30 at Valley View, pacing a 1-2-3 sweep, while Wallenpaupack’s Aiden Janowicz edged Maxx Kelly by just 0.3 seconds in a dramatic finish. On the girls’ side, Abington’s Anna Pucilowski turned in a dominant 18:21 to keep the Comets unbeaten, Old Forge won by a single point over Mid Valley, and Wallenpaupack’s depth carried the day against Delaware Valley.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/week-4-lackawanna-league-cluster-meets-deliver-record-runs-and-razor-thin-finishes Sun, 21 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>District 2 athletes made their presence felt at the Foundation Invitational in Hershey, turning in standout performances against some of the state’s best. Elk Lake and Riverside battled to second and third in the Single A boys race, while Kendyl Weisgold of Elk Lake grabbed a top-five finish in the girls competition. With multiple medalists and several teams cracking the top 20 overall, the day proved District 2 will be a force when the state championships return to the Park.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/district-2-runners-shine-at-hersheys-foundation-invitational Fri, 19 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Riverside, Mid Valley, Abington Heights and Elk Lake each showcased their depth in a packed week of Lackawanna League cluster meets, with standout wins from Mikey Schimelfenig, Seamus Wallace, Anna Puculowski and Kendle Jones leading the way across the region.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/dominant-performances-highlight-busy-week-of-lackawanna-league-cross-country-cluster-meets Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Mid Valley had a big day, with the boys cross country team knocking off last year’s league champs behind individual winner Jacob Borrelli and five Spartans finishing in the top nine, while the soccer team battled past Lakeland 2-1 thanks to goals from Tyler Narcoonis and Ethan Johnson.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/mid-valley-delivered-a-pair-of-statement-wins-on-the-local-sports-scene-showing-strength-both-on-the-trails-and-on-the-pitch Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Week 2 of the Lackawanna League cross country season delivered dominant team showings and individual breakthroughs across cluster meets. Elk Lake’s boys swept the top three spots behind Kendel Jones, Mid Valley’s Jacob Borrelli powered the Spartans past Wallenpaupack, and Susquehanna’s Kiera Burke cruised to a commanding win. Abington Heights and Valley View’s girls also flexed their depth, while Holy Cross’s Thomas Gavin earned his first cluster victory on the boys’ side.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/lackawanna-league-week-2-cross-country-rundown-big-wins-and-standout-performances Sat, 06 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Heat was no match for Holy Redeemer’s Frank Pacelli, who took control early and never looked back in the Junior High Boys race at the Commissioner’s Invitational. Pacelli crossed the line in 9:16, a full 26 seconds ahead of Abington’s Jack Stopper. While Pacelli ran away with the individual crown, Stopper’s runner-up finish helped power Abington Heights to the team title, placing five runners in the top 14. Danville secured second place behind strong runs from Cade Mulcahy and Sam Didomenico, with Riverside rounding out the top three thanks to a third-place finish by Connor Moore.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/holy-redeemers-pacelli-dominates-junior-high-boys-race-at-commissioners-invite Sat, 06 Sep 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>Rain poured throughout the Varsity Boys race at the Lackawanna County Commissioner’s Meet, but that didn’t slow Elk Lake’s star duo. Kendel Jones and Cody Adams went one-two with Parker Upright in fourth, yet Riverside’s depth proved too much to overcome. Led by Mikey Schimelfenig’s clutch third-place finish and four more inside the top 20, the Vikings claimed the team title with 51 points. Elk Lake settled for second with 61, just edging Wallenpaupack by a single point, as the Buckhorns placed eight runners in the top 25. The battle of front-runners versus depth highlighted District 2’s small school strength, promising a thrilling season ahead.</p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/riverside-depth-overpowers-elk-lake-duo-in-varsity-boys-commissioners-meet Sat, 30 Aug 2025 04:58:03 +0000 <p>The 2025 cross-country season began in classic fashion with the 50th Annual Cliff Robbins Sr. Memorial Invitational, held Saturday at Misericordia University’s Letterkenny Fields course in Dallas. Hosted by the Wyoming Valley Striders, the meet has become a Labor Day weekend tradition and one of the most respected early-season races in Pennsylvania. </p> https://sportzwire.com/news/2025/cliff-robbins-invitational-opens-2025-cross-country-season-at-misericordia