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SPORT SHOT! January 2017
Vol. 3 Issue 12
For the athlete in all of us
CASE Y CLASSIC Back Mountain, WVW face off in annual Casey Classic Tournament Pages 4-5
JH GIRLS BASKETBALL Wyoming Area, LakeLehman junior high teams compete in match-up Page 12
JEFF DUNN TOURNEY JH wrestling tournament draws players from across Wyoming Valley Pages 18-19
SOARING PAST DEFENDERS Senior Spotlight: Katie Romanowski, Wyoming Sem page 13 Varsity ice hockey kicks off winter season in Wilkes-Barre, pages 14-15
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Editor’s Note: Stick to Those New Year’s Resolutions January is easily the busiest time for gyms. After a season of eating, drinking and being merry, many sign up or renew their memberships at the start of the New Year. But, the gym always seems to quiet down by the end of winter, many giving up on their New Year’s Resolutions. I think the problem here is that people are setting unrealistic goals for themselves and after a month or two of trying find it too difficult and quit. If you’re setting a Resolution for a healthier 2017, here are some tips to get you started. Be Realistic Looking to start running again? Don’t make it your resolution to start running in just a few weeks if you’ve been on the couch the past few months. Take it slow and set your goal as something you can attain over time, not immediately. Find a Buddy It’s harder to back out of a committment if someone else is relying on you. This has definitely
worked for me in the past. Last year I wanted to start taking an exercise class at a local gym and knew I wouldn’t go alone. So, I asked a friend to join me. Having her counting on me made it hard for me to skip out just because I was tired or didn’t feel like going. Track your Progress As you all know, I started using a FitBit in early 2016 and I can without a doubt say this helps motivate me. By setting a daily step goal of 10,000 steps, I want to hit that every day. If I’m only at a few thousand for the day, I’m more motivated to get to the gym and hit my goal. FitBit also has daily or weekly challenges that you and your friends can participate in together. This also helps because you don’t want to be the slacker of the group! Stick to It Experts say it takes about 21 days for a new activity to become a habit and six months for it to become part of your personality. It won’t happen overnight, so be persistent and patient!
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Winter Dodgeball League The Kingston Rec Center is accepting registrations for its Winter Dodgeball League. The league runs from January 4 to March 1. Open to players ages 8-18. Cost is $45 per player. For more information, call 570-287-1106.
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Varsity Girls Basketball Coaches Winter sports are back! Brush up on your knowledge of the varsity girls basketball coaches’ last names by searching the word scramble below.
On the cover: Nanticoke Area’s Lisa Radziak goes up for a shot through a host of Wyoming Seminary defenders. Photo by Frank Lauri
Editor/Publisher: Ellen Hoffman PO Box 1778 Kingston, PA 18704 wyomingvalleysportshot.com wyomingvalleysportshot@gmail.com or 570.406.3335
Beginner’s Yoga Workshop January 11-February 15 from 7:308:45 PM at Balance Yoga in Forty Fort. Introduction to foundational asanas (poses), pranayama (breath work) and meditation/relaxation. All are welcome! Call the studio to register 570-714-2777.
King’s College Women’s Lacrosse Clinic Saturday, February 11 from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM at the Betzler Athletic Complex. Open to students in grades 9 through 12. Registration fee is $75. Contact Ashley Stevens at 570-2085900 ext. 5443 or ashleystevens@ kings.edu or for more information.
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Cupid’s Chase 5K Saturday, February 11 at 10 AM in Kirby Park. Registration opens at 8 AM. Registration fees start at $30 if registered before February 10. $40 day of event.Visit www.comop.org/ cupidschase/ for more information.
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Adult Racquetball League The Kingston Rec Center is taking registrations for its adult racquetball league. The league runs Tuesdays and Thursdays starting January 9. Cost is $30 for a member of the Rec or $40 for a non-member. For more information, call 570-287-1106.
Wilkes Winter Softball Camp Sunday, January 22 at Wilkes’ University Center on Main Street in Wilkes-Barre. Defense session runs 9-noon and hitting session runs 1-3 PM. Cost varies from $40-50 per player. For more information contact Coach Maulonico at 570-408-4031 or sarah.maulonico@wilkes.edu.
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32nd Annual New Year’s Day Fun Run Sunday, January 1 at noon at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre. The Wyoming Valley Striders are hosting their annual FREE event to kick off the New Year. This is a training run with no set distance. Message the Wyoming Valley Striders Facebook page for more information.
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Senior Spotlight: Katie Romanowski By Ellen Hoffman
Years before Katie Romanowski’s college from the offensive side of the field to defense, search began,Villanova University was a name something she says was the right move. spoken highly of in her family. Her older sister, “I thought I excelled in the defensive Ann, chose Villanova as where she’d further position and working with the people around her education as well as contribute to the me,” she said. “My coaches made that decision Division 1 field hockey team. because they kept moving me back. I was Romanowski looked at one or two other forward and then midfielder and then universities before choosing that same path. eventually I ended up on defense.” “My sister had a great experience there and She hopes to continue excelling when she she loved the coaching staff,” she said. “I got joins the Wildcats in the fall. to know them pretty well so that really “I think the speed of the game increases influenced my decision.” [at the Division 1 level] so really working Romanowski, a member of the Class on speed and then speed of my stick skills is of 2017 at Wyoming Seminary, has been part something I’m focused on,” she said. “Just inof the field creasing my level hockey team of play overall.” since her Romanowski freshman had always hoped year. She says Division 1 play her first year would be in her was her most future. Junior exciting, and year it became the most reality when she challenging. committed to In 2013, the Villanova. Blue Knights “I always took home thought it’d be a the State possibility for me Championto play Division ship, defeat1 and it kind of ing reigning became more Seated from left: Erica Romanowski, mother; Katie Romanowski, athlete; and Tom champions, the Romanowski, father. Standing, from left: Kevin Rea, president, Wyoming Seminary; real my junior and Karen Klassner, director of athletics and head varsity field hockey coach. Crestwood year when I Comets. started thinking But, moving from middle school to high that it was for sure something that I wanted school play proved challenging. to do in my future.” “My freshman year I was very stressed out She’s going into the business school but is about playing,” she said. “I just don’t think I unsure of her major or concentration. was mature enough yet to deal with everyWhile she’s looking forward to finishing thing I needed to and the pressure that was out her senior year at Wyoming Seminary and being put on me.” for what the future holds in Philadelphia, Through dedication to her game and her Romanowski knows she’ll miss her teammates. team, she grew not only individually but “I’ll miss the team I played with my senior as part of the team, even being named a year,” she said. “They’re all such great people.” co-captain during her senior season. To the remaining members of the team, “By senior year it came easy to me and I and any newcomers for the 2017 season, think it all worked out how it was supposed Romanowski says to “keep working hard and to.” try to come out with a win next season.” Like many players, Romanowski’s senior Senior Spotlight is a monthly feature that will season was her favorite, even if the Blue highlight the success and determination of an Knights didn’t make it to the State upcoming 2017 high school graduate from the Championship like they’d hoped. Wyoming Valley who excelled in athletics and is “We just had the best team this year. taking those skills to the collegiate level. Photo Everyone was friends and there were never submitted by Gail Smallwood, Associate Director of any problems among the players.” Communications at Wyoming Seminary. This past season, Romanowski made a move
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WVW Defeats Back Mountain in Casey Classic Game The Wyoming Valley West Spartans outscore Back Mountain 7-3 to move on in tournament - December 27
Wyoming Valley West’s Jake Bartosiewcz moves the puck down the ice.
Back Mountain’s Joseph Elias brings the puck out of the corner during the 2016 Casey Classic.
Above, Back Mountain’s Sergey Montrose sets for a shot. Right, Back Mountain’s David Smith (18) and Wyoming Valley West’s Colton Buckland (54) battle for the puck. Back Mountain’s Kiana Price moves the puck down the ice at the Toyota SportsPlex in Wilkes-Barre.
Clockwise from above, Back Mountain’s Trevor Kruczek takes a shot on WVW goalie Ken Vought. Back Mountain’s Trevor Kruczek moves down the ice. Back Mountain’s goalie Corey McAndrew blocks a shot during the 2016 Casey Classic. WVW’s Jake Bartosiewcz (94) brings the puck down the ice.
Wyoming Valley West’s Sal Gurnari reacts after a goal during the 2016 Casey Classic.
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Page 5 Clockwise from far left, Wyoming Valley West’s Jim Balavage takes a shot during the 2016 Casey Classic. Back Mountain’s Christopher Ritz (2) takes a shot in some traffic during the 2016 Casey Classic. Wyoming Valley West’s Jake Bartosiewcz (94) checks Back Mountain’s Alan Grow (7) during the 2016 Casey Classic. Back Mountain’s Joseph Elias (68) and WVW’s Jake Bartosiewcz (94) fight for the puck during the 2016 Casey Classic. Back Mountain’s Joseph Ciaccia spends time in the penalty box. Photos by Frank Lauri
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Nanticoke Hustles Past Wyoming Seminary in 74-28 Win The Nanticoke Trojanettes defeat Wyoming Seminary’s Blue Knights in regular season play - December 21
The Nanticoke Area Trojanettes take the floor and do their pre-game huddle before a game against Wyoming Seminary.
Wyoming Seminary’s Alex Wesneski (12) takes a shot over Nanticoke Area’s Katie Butczynski (42).
Nanticoke Area’s Jil Baron takes a shot from the corner in a game against Wyoming Seminary
Nanticoke Area’s Riley Klepadlo (2) takes a shot over Wyoming Seminary’s Julia Gabriel (13) during a game in Kingston.
Left to right, Wyoming Seminary’s Julia Gabriel (13) moves the ball around Nanticoke Area’s Riley Klepadlo (2). Nanticoke Area’s Riley Klepadlo (2) shoots a three-pointer over Wyoming Seminary’s MT Lehman (3). Nanticoke Area’s Kayla Aufiero brings the ball down the court in a game against Wyoming Seminary. Photos by Frank Lauri
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Wyoming Seminary stands to face the flag during the National Anthem.
Wyoming Seminary’s Alex Wesneski (12) tries to beat Nanticoke Area’s Katie Butczynski (42) on a fast break.
Wyoming Seminary’s Alex Wesneski (12) goes up for a shot and is fouled by Nanticoke Area’s Alexis Pyzia (13).
Wyoming Seminary’s Annemaaike Reitsma (4) goes up for a shot and is fouled by Nanticoke Area’s Alexis Pyzia (13). Far left above, Wyoming Seminary’s Julia Gabriel (13) takes a shot from the corner with Nanticoke Area’s Alexis Pyzia (13) defending. Far left, Nanticoke Area’s Kayla Aufiero (12) looks to take a shot over Wyoming Seminary’s Annemaaike Reitsma (4). Left, Wyoming Seminary’s Alex Wesneski (12) drives the ball around Nanticoke Area’s Lisa Radziak (23) during a game in Kingston.
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Comets Can’t Escape Mounts’ Hold in Varsity Match-Up The Crestwood Comets fall to the Dallas Mountaineers in a 40-24 finish - December 20 Left to right, Dallas’ Nick Solinsky (left) grabs Chris Kremski, of Crestwood’s leg in a 138 lb. match at Dallas High School. Dallas’ Shawn Menninger (top) reacts after defeating Shane O’Roarke, of Crestwood, 3-1 in a 200 lb. match at Dallas High School. Photos by Frank Lauri
Dallas’ Justin Hutchins (top) controls Crestwood’s Justin Lukashewski in a 170 lb. match in Dallas.
Dallas’ Xavier Barber (top) tries to turn Crestwood’s Ryan Black in a 182 lb. match-up.
Left to right, Crestwood’s Saige George (bottom) shoots in for a takedown against Dallas’ Alec Sampson in the 152 lb. match-up. Crestwood’s Ron Grevera and Dallas’ John Bet congratulate each other after their 145 lb. bout at a match at Dallas High School. Dallas’ Moustafa Almecky (top) tries to control Crestwood’s Paul Ashton in a 195 lb. match at Dallas High School.
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Dallas’ Alec Sampson (top) controls Crestwood’s Saige George in a 152 lb. match at Dallas High School.
Crestwood’s Garrett Swank (top) checks the clock as he works the arm of Dallas’ Eric Kriner in the 126 lb. match-up.
Clockwise from upper left, Dallas’ Cade Kravitz (right) tries to break free from Crestwood’s Tyler Shaud in a 132 lb. match at Dallas High School. Dallas’ Cade Kravitz (top) works the head of Crestwood’s Tyler Shaud. Crestwood’s Ron Grevera controls Dallas’ John Bet in a 145 lb. match at Dallas High School.
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Dallas Squashes Lake-Lehman in Back Mountain Rivalry The Dallas Mountaineers capture a 62-23 win over the Lake-Lehman Black Knights - December 12
Top left, Lake-Lehman’s Walker Shaw (1) and Dallas’ Ethan Szczencinski (42) go up for the opening tip during a regular season game. Top right, Dallas’ Alex Charlton (4) brings the ball down the court in a game against Lake-Lehman. Above, Lake-Lehman’s Walkker Shaw (1) drives in for a shot between a hose of Dallas defenders. Right, Dallas’ Ethan Szczencinski (42) goes up for a shot surrounded by Lake-Lehman defenders. Far right, Lake-Lehman coach Ed Grant talks to his team during a time out in a game against Dallas.
Dallas’ Brody Strickland (44) is fouled by Lake-Lehman’s Donnie Thompson (11).
Dallas’ Jay Bitner (35) looks to pass the ball in a recent game against Lake-Lehman.
Lake-Lehman’s Justin Fell (45) tries to block a shot from Dallas’ Nick Kocher (11).
Dallas’ Steven Finarelli (12) leaps into the air hoping to block a pass from Lake-Lehman’s Garrett Weston (5).
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Left to right, Lake-Lehman’s Mike Sikora (35) goes up for a shot and is fouled by Dallas’ Ben O’Connell (1). Dallas’ Joey Parsons (14) drives to the net between two LakeLehman defenders. Dallas’ Ethan Szczencinski (42) looks to move the ball around Lake-Lehman’s Cole Spencer (32). Photos by Frank Lauri
Above, Lake-Lehman’s Walkker Shaw (1) passes the ball between Dallas’ Matt Mathers (21) and Ben O’Connell (1).
Clockwise from above, Lake-Lehman’s Cole Spencer (32) is double teamed by Dallas’ Michael Farrell (55) and Zach Charlton (25). Lake-Lehman’s Cole Spencer (32) tries to block Dallas’ Jay Bitner (35) during a recent game. Dallas’ Joey Parsons (14) goes up for a shot past Lake-Lehman’s Cole Spencer (32). Dallas’ Nick Kocher (11) passes the ball behind Lake-Lehman’s C.J. Cerone (20). Lake-Lehman’s Cole Spencer (32) shoots a foul shot during a recent game against Dallas.
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Black Knights Triumph Over Warriors in 34-10 Finish
Lake-Lehman’s junior high basketball team defeats Wyoming Area during the regular season - December 11 Clockwise from middle, Madeline Chervenitski, of Wyoming Area, pushes the ball back into play. Taylor Polma, of Lake-Lehman, goes up for a shot as Wyoming Area’s Holly Robbins reaches to block. Wyoming Area’s Holly Robbins and Lake-Lehman’s Taylor Polma battle for control of the ball. A Lake-Lehman player dribbles down for a lay up with pressure from Wyoming Area’s Gabby Gumble. Photos by Mary Bove
Top to bottom, Wyoming Area’s Skylar May dribbles to the basket with pressure from the Lake-Lehman Black Knights. Wyoming Area’s Gabby Gumble gets the ball into play as Lake-Lehman defenders try to block during a junior high girls basketball game.
Lake-Lehman’s Taylor Polma goes up for a shot as Wyoming Area’s Kylee Fay (44) attempts a block.
Lake-Lehman’s Krista Soblick (23) dribbles down the court as Wyoming Area’s Skylar May (5) defends.
Lake-Lehman’s Maddy Park tries to keep hold of the ball as Wyoming Area’s Madeline Chervenitski
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TIME OUT with Derrick Simms By Ellen Hoffman Wyoming Valley West Class of 2013 graduate Derrick Simms was an All-Star athlete, contributing to both the football and wrestling teams throughout his high school career. Simms benefitted from the different coaching staffs he was able to learn from as a high school athlete. Now, as the assistant wrestling coach at WVW, he hopes he can help these high school athletes grow, just like he did. How did you become interested in wrestling? One of my very first memories was when my brother and I were wrestling in the living room of our house and broke pretty much everything in our path. Once we were both old enough to join our father said, “That’s it! You’re both joining wrestling, that way you can wrestle all you want but somewhere other than our living room.” I guess you can say I have been interested in wrestling for as long as I can remember.
What made you interested in coaching? My father, George Simms, always coached Wyoming Valley West’s football team. Growing up, I always wanted to be included and be out there on the field so I would work as the water boy. I used to love watching the passion and dedication my father had towards bettering the lives of those he taught. I knew even back then that one day I wanted to coach so I could help the kids better themselves and show them the same passion and dedication I saw in my father. What do you hope to instill in your players? Maybe something you took away from one of your coaches? Throughout my life I always had a great motivator, my older brother George Simms. Of course I always wanted to be just like him so we were in constant competition in basically everything. George wanted
and motivate them to always work harder and never give up on themselves. In life, you get out what you put in and I want the best possible outcomes and opportunities for all of our wrestlers.
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me to better myself instead of just beat me in the small competitions we had. He always taught me to run faster, jump higher and to go the distance. Most importantly, he taught me to never stop trying to improve myself because you can always be better. If nothing else, I hope to show the team this same mentality
Tell me about a time this season when you knew coaching the Spartans was the right place for you? I knew coming back to my Alma Mater was the right decision the second I walked through the wrestling room doors and saw my old coach Fuzzy, Bill O’Rourke. I felt back at home and extremely honored to be there following in the footsteps of some great previous coaches who I have had the honor of meeting. One word that describes your coaching technique. Aggressive. During matches, I always have a notebook and pen in my hand. Throughout the length of the
match if I see anything that needs to be corrected or improved I immediately write it down so that we can review it the next day. At practice when we go over the findings I show the kids what happened, how they could have avoided it and ways to get out of it instead of just telling them it was wrong. This way, they are improving themselves and the team. Problems that are never fixed will always be problems; problems that are fixed can only get better from there. Hopes for this season for the Spartans? My hopes are minimal injuries, team growth and improvement, and an overall successful season. I want to give the wrestlers the opportunity to showcase their talent and to improve on what they already know. Lastly, my hope for this season is to show the kids they can go the distance and they are worth the effort.
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Crestwood Shuts Down Pittston Area in 8-0 Victory Local varsity ice hockey teams meet for competition; Crestwood comes out on top - December 16 Left to right, Pittston Area’s goalie Joseph Stella (8) saves the puck from going into the net during a game against Crestwood. Pittston Area’s Zachary Miller (22) tries to get by Crestwood’s Shane Angle (17) during a game at the Toyota SportsPlex in Wilkes-Barre. Below, Pittston Area’s Trent Hilbert (81) tries to get by Crestwood’s Shane Angle (17) during a varsity match. Photos by Ralph Francello
Crestwood’s Joshua Edwards (58) skates with the puck past Pittston Area Patriots players during a game in Wilkes-Barre.
Crestwood’s Jared McCune (46) skates with the puck against Pittston Area.
Crestwood’s John Van Fossen (52) and Pittston Area’s Ryan Winters (78) fight for the puck at the Toyota SportsPlex.
Above, Crestwood’s goalie Patrick Croke takes a drink. Crestwood’s Shane Angle (17) checks Pittston Area’s Colton Mackell (12) against the board.
Crestwood’s Joshua Edwards (58) looks to take a shot against Pittston Area’s goalie Joseph Stella (8).
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Page 15 Pittston Area’s Colton Mackell (12) tries to get by Crestwood’s Shane Angle (17). Fans pose during an ice hockey matchup between Crestwood and Pittston Area at the Toyota SportsPlex in Wilkes-Barre.
Clockwise from above left, Pittston Area’s Geoffrey Walton (38) and Crestwood’s Joshua Edwards (58) fight for the puck during a game at the Toyota SportsPlex in Wilkes-Barre. Crestwood’s Jared McCune (46) celebrates a goal against Pittston Area Patriots with his team at the Toyota SportsPlex. Pittston Area’s goalie Joseph Stella (8) saves the puck from going into the net during a game against Crestwood. Crestwood Comets’ ice hockey coach goes over plays during a game against Pittston Area at the Toyota SportsPlex in Wilkes-Barre.
Above, Crestwood’s Jared McCune (46) looks to shoot the puck past Pittston Area’s Trent Hilbert (81). Crestwood’s Kevin Frisbie (67) and Pittston Area’s Geoffrey Walton (38) battle for the puck.
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Mountaineers Squeeze Past Grenadiers in 38-37 Win
Junior high teams from Dallas, GAR compete in regular season basketball match-up - December 11
Clockwise from above, Regan Holden, of GAR, takes a free throw during the second quarter. Dallas’ Gianna Dickson and GAR’s Emily Engle fight for possession of the ball during a junior high basketball game.
Nadia Evanosky, of Dallas, looks for an open teammate as GAR’s Nina Germano and Gloria Adjayi defend.
Clockwise from above, Megan Macneely, of Dallas, tries to dribble around GAR’s Anala Williams. Nina Germano, of GAR, takes a free throw during overtime against Dallas. GAR head coach Mahogany Spence and players cheer on their teammates.
GAR’s Kiana Everett tries to put up a shot as Dallas’ Audrey Delgavido, Lexi Strobel block.
GAR’s Gloria Adjayi tries to pass the ball around Dallas defenders Nadia Evanosky (4) and Lily Lombardo (22). Dallas’ Kiah Donnelly tries to hold on to the ball as GAR’s Emily Engle tries to take control. Photos by Mary Bove
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Dallas’ Kiah Donnelly looses control of the ball with pressure from GAR’s Alexis Altenor.
Dallas’ Julia Sciandra dribbles to the basket as GAR’s Nina Germano rushes to defend.
GAR’s Nina Germano looks for an open teammate for a pass as Dallas’ Chloe Burke tries to block during the second quarter.
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Annual JH Wrestling Tournament Draws Large Crowd The Jeff Dunn Memorial Junior High Wrestling Tournament brings local, out of town wrestlers - December 10 Left to right, Wyoming Valley West’s Zander Remakus (top) gets LakeLehman’s Mason Konigus (bottom) in a arm lock hold. Pittston Area’s Crystal Smith looks at her opponent during the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wresting Tournament at Pittston Area High School.
Clockwise from above, Hanover Area’s Liam Reilly (front) tries to break free from Pittston Area’s Thaddeus Mead. Lake-Lehman’s Ryan Kane, looks at the scoreboard during his match. Dallas’ Thaddeus Mead (top) tries to put a move on Shikellamy’s Brandon Burkhart. Photos by Ralph Francello
Top to bottom, Pittston Area’s CJ DeMark (top) tries to get Benton’s Lucas Welliver (bottom) in a arm lock during the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wrestling Tournament. A large crowd attended the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wresting Tournament at Pittston HS.
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Page 19 Clockwise from far left, Hanover Area’s Hunter Karpovich (top) tries to get a hold on Wallenpaupack’s Dylan Hartman (bottom). Pittston Area’s Lochlan Messner (front) tries to break free from Miltons Jaden Wagner (behind). Hanover Area’s Cael Davis (top) puts a move on Bellefonte’s Aidan O’Shea (bottom) during the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wresting Tournament at Pittston Area High School. A large crowd fills the Pittston Area High School gym for the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wresting Tournament. Dallas’ Thaddeus Mead (top) tries to put a move on Shikellamy’s Brandon Burkhart (bottom). Crestwood’s Anthony Caporuscio (top) gets a head lock on Milton’s Joe Rodriguez (bottom).
Left to right, Pittston Area’s Anthony Thomas looks at the scoreboard during his match. PIAA Wrestling Referee, Kevin Wagner, officiated during the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wresting Tournament. Hanover Area’s Caden Schiel warms up before his match during the Jeff Dunn Memorial Wrestling Tournament
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