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Matt Cognetti succeeds Tony Battaglia as head coach of Scranton High School boys basketball, aiming to build on a storied legacy while focusing on player development and a smooth transition.
The Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone in Scranton will feature live concerts, food vendors, and large screens for viewing the World Cup Final and Bronze Final matches, with performances by Hanson and Tonic, family-friendly activities, and a statewide air quality alert due to wildfire smoke.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has ignited renewed interest in soccer across the United States, especially in Northeast Pennsylvania, where local teams, coaches, and fans reflect on the tournament's impact and the challenges that remain.
Cam Johnson’s recent signing brings veteran experience to the Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguins, but it also raises questions about the future of 19‑year‑old Gabriel D’Aigle and the developmental structure of the franchise’s affiliates.
A four‑day pre‑season camp at Keystone College brings together players, coaches and a vision of growth, blending local ambition with the rising tide of soccer enthusiasm in the United States.
The two‑day tournament, open to players of all ages, will raise money for NEPA Coaches vs. Cancer, with registration closing July 20.
High school athletes in Pennsylvania will soon train under Pete Cordelli Jr., Luther Richesson, Tyler Windau, Brett Stage, Chris Snee, CJ Dippre and other notable figures at a series of quarterback and youth football camps scheduled for June.
The Toronto Marlies, bolstered by Ryan Tverberg’s two‑goal performance and Artur Akhtyamov’s 36‑save outing, look to secure their sixth Eastern Conference Finals berth when they host the Cleveland Monsters in a decisive Game 5 of the North Division finals.
Mid Valley’s baseball team defeated Crestwood 12-4 in the District 2 Class 4A semifinals, with standout performances from Cooper Lukasavage and Joe Romanosky. The Vikings will face Wyoming Area for the championship, aiming for a third straight district title.
The recent opening of basketball and pickleball courts at Nay Aug Park marks a major upgrade, backed by joint state and municipal funding, and precedes a multi‑million‑dollar pool reconstruction.