District 2
Howe breaks records in rout of Millionaires in D2 6A championship 42-14
November 8, 2025 | EJ Samuel
Truly a special night in the Wilkes-Barre Area as the Wolfpack won districts for the first time since the merger. Wilkes-Barre came out swinging and didn’t pull any punches as the cruised easily to a 42-14 victory over the Williamsport Millionaires. Jake Howe had himself an even crazier night, as not only did he […]
Scranton Prep wins District 2 3A Championship in Convincing Fashion
November 8, 2025 | John Kotsko
Scranton Prep head coach Terry Gallagher said when Will McPartland was a sophomore that he will be one the best players that has played at Scranton Prep. McPartland had six total touchdowns as the Cavaliers took the District 2 3A Championship with a 42-7 victory at Berwick. “I’m proud of the kids. We went through […]
North Pocono Trojans 4A Champions Over Dallas 38-6 (Video Highlights)
November 8, 2025 | Jake Mills
The North Pocono Trojans win the PIAA District 2 4A Championship over Dallas 38-6. The Trojans finished district play 12-0 while Dallas was off of a five game win streak finishing 6-6 on the year. The Mountaineer’s last loss up until tonight was in week 6 against North Pocono. Cole West had two touchdowns and […]
Lakeland too much for Dunmore, wins District 2 Class 2A Championship (VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS)
November 8, 2025 | Jared Samuel
On a windy and rainy night up on the hilltop at Lakeland High School, the Chiefs played host to the Dunmore Bucks. Lakeland played great defense, and used a balanced offensive attack early to keep Dunmore off track, and the Chiefs defeated the Bucks 27-7 for the District 2 Class 2A Championship. Lakeland QB David […]
The J-Man’s View of District 2: Championship week!!
November 5, 2025 | Jared Samuel
It was a wild opening week for the District 2 playoffs. We had 3 teams who came in with 5-5 records that advanced to the championship game! If you have read any of my articles up to this point, then you probably already know why that happened….but if not, here’s the secret sauce: the programs […]
Dallas Posts Shutout in Opening Round 17-0 Over Valley View (Video Highlights)
November 1, 2025 | Jake Mills
The Dallas Mountaineers post a shutout 17-0 in the opening round of the 4A playoffs. This game was scoreless through almost 3 quarters, Nico Wilk wasn’t having any of that. He scored both the Mountaineers touchdowns and had a pick, Brandon Miller hit a field goal for the final score of the game. Wilk scored […]
Wilkes-Barre Area advances to Subregional Final
November 1, 2025 | John Kotsko
After a slow start, Wilkes-Barre Area looked like a team that couldn’t be stopped on offense. Jake Howe had five total touchdowns and Running back Davon Underwood had four total touchdowns as Wilkes-Barre Area advances to the Subregional Final with a 46-20 victory over Hazleton Area. “Those guys gave their hearts to this team for […]
Scranton Prep dominates Wyoming Area, advances to D2 Class 3A title game (VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS)
November 1, 2025 | Jared Samuel
Scranton Prep and Wyoming Area played an early chess match over who could stop the running game of the other, and once that was settled it was the Cavaliers that ripped it open in a 42-0 dominating win over the Warriors. QB Will McPartland had 2 rushing TD’s and a passing TD, and RB Anthony […]
Berwick Bulldogs take a bite out of the Hanover Area Hawkeyes
November 1, 2025 | Brian "Hollywood" Ptashinski
Another record-setting night at Crispin Field. BERWICK- The Berwick Bulldogs used a tenacious defense and a formidable rushing attack that produced over 400 yards of offense, so much so that the ‘Dawgs did not attempt a single pass all night to eliminate the Hanover Area Hawkeyes from the PIAA District 2 3A playoffs by a […]
Delaware Valley gets it done in a dogfight at Pittston Area 7-6 (Video Highlights)
November 1, 2025 | EJ Samuel
The Delaware Valley Warriors found themselves on the road at Pittston to start the playoffs, and while it was windy and cold, they didn’t halt business operations. Pittston Area gave the Warriors everything they had, which included scoring first, but it was ultimately not enough. The big thing in this game as described by Delaware […]
Wallenpaupack Wins 4A Eastern Conference Championship over Honesdale 47-20 (Video Highlights)
October 30, 2025 | Jake Mills
Wallenpaupack wins the 4A Eastern Conference over Honesdale 47-20. Logan Caruso and Ryan Vargo had two touchdowns. Quarterback Jake Rafferty threw for two touchdowns and ran one in as well. Ed Kiesendahl ran a kickoff back for a touchdown after Honesdale’s first touchdown of the game. Offensive and Defensive Lineman Tyler Gallo ran in the […]
The J-Man’s View of District 2: “Ah, playoffs?! Don’t talk about – playoffs?! You kiddin’ me?!!”
October 30, 2025 | Jared Samuel
Check out our live playoff brackets here: PLAYOFF BRACKETS Ahhhhh yes. Who doesn’t remember that famous rant! In this case however, contrary to what Jim Mora would want, I will talk about playoffs. It has all come down to this, and over the next 2 weekends we will crown 4 District champs and 2 sub-regional champs. […]
Hittin’ The Road with Travelin’ Matt – Week 10 (Playoff Pandemonium)
October 28, 2025 | Matt Herring
Each week Travelin’ Matt traverses Pennsylvania attending the hottest high school football games and best matchups in the Commonwealth. Follow his exploits each week as he documents his journey from Week Zero to the Pennsylvania State Football Finals! Thursday, October 30 6A Spring-Ford (6-4) at 6A Downingtown East (7-3) Friday, October 31 2A […]
Dallas takes advantage early, beats Lehman in 77th Old Shoe Game
October 25, 2025 | EJ Samuel
There are many storied rivalries in D2 high school football, but none (besides maybe WA/PA) come close to the Old Shoe Game. Dallas took advantage early by forcing a safety and scoring 2 touchdowns after that to put up 24 points in the first half. It was all downhill from there and besides a fantastic […]
Hanover Area secures first winning season since 2014 in San Souci Struggle victory
October 25, 2025 | John Kotsko
The Hawkeyes were looking to get their first winning season in 11 seasons with a win against rival Nanticoke. From Dawin Downey’s opening kickoff for a touchdown to Tajir Collins interception return, Hanover Area was fantastic in all aspects of the game as they took a 63-0 victory over Nanticoke in the San Souci Struggle. […]
Lackawanna Trail dominates Riverside, Wins Lackawanna Conference Division 3 Title (VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS)
October 25, 2025 | Jared Samuel
Lackawanna Trail RB Isaac Ryon had a gigantic night with 370 rushing yards and 5 rushing TD’s and the Lion defense swarmed all night. The Lions led 27-0 at the half and 40-0 after 3 quarters and cruised to a 40-14 win that clinched the Lackawanna Conference Division 3 title for the 3rd year in […]
Ciampi Leads Warriors to Rivalry Win Over Pittston Area 41-22 (Video Highlights)
October 25, 2025 | Jake Mills
The Wyoming Area Warriors get the comeback victory in the annual “Battle of the Bridge” rivalry game over Pittston Area 41-22. Nick Ciampi won the Falcone Award, which is awarded to the game’s MVP, after he scored three touchdowns and sparked the offense after being down 15-0. The Patriots of Pittston Area came out firing […]
Delaware Valley gets lopsided win over Scranton (VIDEO RECAP)
October 23, 2025 | Jared Samuel
Delaware Valley utilized their hurry-up offense extensively to get out to a big early lead, invoking the mercy rule right at halftime, and the Warriors defeated Scranton 49-19 at Scranton Veterans Memorial Stadium. Delaware Valley RB Mike Iuzzolino had 2 rushing TD’s, RB Devin Estevez had 2 rushing TD’s and QB Colin McGarvey ran for […]
The J-Man’s View of District 2: Rivals!
October 23, 2025 | Jared Samuel
This week, prior to next week’s “Playoff Preview”, I’m going to do a preview of several of the rivalry games we have this week that are being covered by PFN staff in District 2. Let’s get after it! The outlook from up on the mountain: Here’s a look at some of this week’s rivalry games. Pittston […]
Berwick Blanks Selinsgrove 56-0 Behind Wilkerson’s 4 Touchdowns (VIDEO RECAP)
October 18, 2025 | Davin Ridall
BERWICK – Last season around this time, the Bulldogs sat at 3-6, fighting for a spot in the District 2 playoffs. This year however has been a complete turnaround for Berwick. The Bulldogs rode another strong performance from Ty’Meere Wilkerson to a 56-0 demolition of Selingrove, winning their ninth straight game. The story for Wilkerson […]
Jersey Shore comes up short against Scranton Prep
October 18, 2025 | Ryan States
Photo: Richard Finner Kane Dunmore, Pa. — It was certainly a game to forget for the (6-3) Jersey Shore Bulldogs on Friday Oct. 18th, traveling up to Dunmore, Pennsylvania to take on the (5-4) Scranton Prep Cavaliers. Scranton Prep came into the game on a hot streak, and the winners of three out of their […]
Wilkes-Barre Area gets big road win over Crestwood
October 18, 2025 | John Kotsko
On the opening drive, Crestwood was moving well on Wilkes-Barre Area’s defense. An interception by Gene Ardo on the opening drive built the momentum for the Wolf Pack as Davon Underwood scored on the first play from scrimmage and Jake Howe threw for two touchdowns and also added a rushing touchdown as Wilkes-Barre Area took […]
North Pocono downs Delaware Valley in OT, Claims Conference Title (VIDEO RECAP)
October 18, 2025 | Jared Samuel
North Pocono was stunned a bit early by the fast-paced offense that Delaware Valley started out with, then traded blows with the Warriors in a strong 2nd half to take it to overtime. In the extra frame, North Pocono made a huge stop on a 4th-and-goal from the 4 to get a 28-21 overtime win […]
Mid Valley offense pounds Western Wayne 38-0 (VIDEO)
October 18, 2025 | EJ Samuel
2 teams that were not where they wanted to be this year, especially compared to last year, but nonetheless they both were focused on 1 game at a time. Mid Valley, however, came prepared on a different level. Right off the hop, Mid Valley looked like the more energetic teamand it served them well. The […]
Scranton at Abington Heights Video Highlights
October 17, 2025 | Jake Mills
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Abington Heights dominates Scranton
October 16, 2025 | Jared Samuel
Abington Heights scored early and often in the first half and invoked the mercy rule for the entire 2nd half as the Comets totally dominated the Scranton Knights 49-13 on a windy and cold evening up in Clarks Summit. Abington Heights got a rushing TD and a passing TD from QB Noah Kayal and also […]
The J-Man’s View of District 2: “Almost there”…..and “It’s a trap!”
October 16, 2025 | Jared Samuel
There’s the scene in Star Wars Episode IV where the X-Wings are making their first run to try to destroy the Death Star. The Red Leader keeps saying “almost there” as all of the escorts around him are getting picked off by Darth Vader. How is it that I immediately thought of this when I […]
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