Savage and Thompson fuel late run as Neumann boys hold off South to reach district final

February 25, 2023

South Williamsport surging and its crowd roaring, St. John Neumann forward Joe Savage knew something must be done. Davion Hill was saddled with four fouls, so Savage decided his time was now. After South hard roared back from a 20-point halftime deficit and cut Neumann's lead to five, Savage attacked the basket, made a runner while being fouled and converted a 3-point play. Savage's clutch play with 2 minutes, 13 seconds remaining restored order, helped ignite a game-clinching run and pointed the way to a fifth straight district championship appearance. Daiton Thompson followed ...

Playoff Roundup: Lewisburg boys surge into semifinals

February 25, 2023

Defending District 4 Class AAAA champion Lewisburg opened its title defense in strong fashion, defeating rival Mifflinburg, 66-54 in Friday's quarterfinals. The Dragons dominated the final three quarters after Mifflinburg took a lead into the second. Cam Michaels scored a game-high 24 points as Lewisburg (15-8) earned a spot in next week's semifinals against top-seeded Shamokin. Lewisburg made 10 3-pointers with Devin Bodden connecting on four and finishing with 12 points. Henry Harrison scored nine and Jack Blough eight. Shamokin cruised into the semifinals, defeating Montoursville, ...

Sister Act 2: Dadzie sisters help power Loyalsock to district playoff win against Troy

February 24, 2023

Izzy and Alaina Dadzie dealt seven combined assists Friday night against Troy. Almost every assist featured the sisters finding each other. Oh, they did a lot more, too, but those assists drove home the special connection these two share. And with both playing outstanding games at C.I's ...

Breakthrough: Williamsport girls defeat top-seeded Hazleton and reach district final

February 24, 2023

Williamsport players shed tears following Friday's District 2-4 Class AAAAAA semifinal at Hazleton. These were not sad tears, nor current players. These were Williamsport alumni who made the road trip, hoping their alma mater could finally slay a beast which had repeatedly doused its dreams over the years. And after this resilient, determined Williamsport team slayed that dragon, the past Millionaires could not hide their joy. These were happy tears as Williamsport earned a spot in the district championship. Playing tremendous defense and producing excellent offensive balance, ...

Well done: Weller’s big night helps Neumann girls reach District 4 Class A semifinals

February 23, 2023

Lizzie Weller produced an impressive stat line Thursday against Benton. It was the way Weller achieved those gaudy numbers which really stood out. Relentlessly competing, Weller played one of her best high school games at the perfect time. A force in all areas, Weller scored 14 points, ...

Wright and Moy return to help Neumann boys win; reach District 4 semifinals

February 23, 2023

Kane Wright and Tyrick Moy missed the previous two weeks after suffering late-season injuries. Watching them play Thursday against Northeast Bradford, nobody could tell. Wright and Moy returned by providing big sparks off the bench. They hustled, they fiercely competed, and they did all the ...