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Lenape Valley stuns second-seeded Wallington in N1,G2 first round

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Paige Henriksen pitched a complete game with six strikeouts as 15th-seeded Lenape Valley stunned second-seeded Wallington, 5-4, in the first round of the North 1, Group 1 tournament in Wallington.

The Patriots (6-14) collected 12 hits and took advantage of four Wallington errors to secure their first state tournament victory since 2019.

Lenape Valley broke through in the second inning, scoring three runs to take an early lead. Callie Stevenson delivered a key hit during the rally, part of her 2-for-4 day that included a double and two RBI.

Wallington (18-9) responded with a run in the third inning, but Lenape Valley extended its lead to 5-1 with two more runs in the fifth. Michaela Dennehy went 2-for-4 with a triple and an RBI, while Ava Hosonitz finished 2-for-3 with an RBI for the Patriots.

The Panthers mounted a comeback in the bottom of the fifth, scoring three runs to cut the deficit to 5-4. Emely Campos led Wallington’s offense, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, while Morgan Gurdak added an RBI hit and drew a walk.

Henriksen shut down the Panthers in the final two innings to preserve the victory. The right-hander scattered seven hits while walking just two batters in her complete-game effort.

Despite a strong pitching performance from Delilah Tabaka, who struck out nine Patriots over seven innings with only one walk, Wallington couldn’t overcome its defensive miscues. The Panthers stranded 10 runners on base throughout the game.

With the upset victory, Lenape Valley advances to face 10th-seeded Hawthorne in the quarterfinals.

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John Francis Patackas – Scranton Times-Tribune

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John Francis Patackas OBITUARY

John Francis Patackas, 75, of Scranton, died unexpectedly at home on Friday, May 18, 2018. He was born in Nanticoke, Pa. to the late Matthew and Bernice (Grisman) Patackas.

He received an associate degree in electrical and technology engineering from Penn State University. He was a member of the United States Army Reserve. He worked several years for PennDOT as a bridge surveyor. He also worked at McGregor Iron as a project manager for many years. He was currently semiretired and working from home for Pleasant Mount Welding, Carbondale, Pa.

John truly enjoyed life. When God made him, he broke the mold. He was always happy, never complained and would help anyone, anywhere at any time. He was one-of-a-kind. John also loved reading, writing and working in his garden. He was also a silent member of the band Main Offender. He was well-known in the neighborhood and was known as the “neighborhood dad” when his kids were growing up.

John’s greatest accomplishment in life was his family. He, along with his wife of 53 years, Rose, built a family of true unconditional love. He was a great role model for his children and grandchildren. He was proud to see his children grow up to be fine adults. He loved being a part of the different stages of their lives. His greatest role in life was that of being a grandfather. He spent countless hours with his grandchildren playing games, going for ice cream, mini-golf, amusement parks and Sunday dinners with the family. His grandchildren adored him immensely. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.

Surviving are his wife, Rose (Avena); children, John Patackas Jr. and wife, Teresita, Tunkhannock; Denise Cosgrove and husband, Bill, Scranton; Jeff Patackas and wife, Gena, Olyphant; and…

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PHOTOS: Alice Cooper performs at Mohegan Sun

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Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
Alice Cooper came to an almost sold out concert at Mohegan Sun, Friday evening singing many of his original hits. (Photo: Mark Maglio)
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COLLEGE SIGNINGS

Dallas swimming standout Lydia Gonzales will swim at Division I University of Connecticut. Front, from left: Apryl Gonzales, mother; Lydia Gonzales; Madelyn Gonzales, sister; and Matthew Gonzales, father. Back: Ed Zawatski, club team coach; Romayne Mosier, retired Dallas head coach; Grant Luksic, current Dallas head coach; Dwin Doran, club team coach; and Mike Richards, Dallas athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Dallas standout Kaden Coyne will play baseball at Division I University of Massachusetts. Front, from left: Kevin Coyne, father; Kaden Coyne; Karen Coyne, mother; and Liam Coyne, brother. Back: Mike Viglone, Dallas baseball head coach; Mollie Coyne, sister; Gracie Coyne, sister; Sal Biasi, trainer; and Michael Richards, Dallas athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Dallas soccer senior Jamie Timlin will continue her academic and athletic careers at Division II Lock Haven University. Front, from left: Sue Timlin, mother; Jamie Timlin; and George Butwin, father. Back: Matt Flannigan, Fame Strength; Nicole Pekarski, Dallas girls soccer head coach; and Michael Richards, Dallas athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Nanticoke Area basketball player Caityln Majiros will attend Gwynedd Mercy University. Front, from left: Ann Majiros, mother; Caitlyn; Jason Majiros, father; and Emily Majiros, sister. Back: Ed Grant, Nanticoke Area girls basketball head coach; Brandon Collins, Nanticoke Area assistant principal; Amy Scibek, Nanticoke Area principal; and Ken Bartuska, Nanticoke Area athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Biggest upsets of the 2025 NJSIAA softball playoffs so far

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Softball: Camden Catholic vs. Paul VI, SJ Non-Public A first-round, May 27, 2025

The 2025 NJSIAA softball state tournament is well underway, and as there are every year, this year has provided for some major upsets.

Take a look at all the seeded upsets by section ahead of Friday’s public first round and quarterfinal games.

We highlighted every double-digit seeds that won as well as non-public quarterfinal upsets.

North 1, Group 1

Late run sparks North Warren

The 13th-seeded Patriots scored a late run in the top of the seventh inning to go on the road and defeat fourth-seeded Butler, 5-4. Hannah Allen and Kayleigh Dolinsky each drove in two runs for the Patriots, while Riley Grandin allowed just one earned run in five innings and Carly Selesky tossed two no-hit innings in relief with five strikeouts.

Bears roar in upset

Three hits, two doublesand three RBI by catcher Alexis Palmer helped 10th-seeded Hawthorne get past seventh-seeded Hasbrouck Heights, 6-3, in a game that was played over two days due to weather. Karlie Stier struck out 10 in the effort for Hawthorne. The Bears will now host 15th-seeded Lenape Valley in the only all-double digit quarterfinal in North Jersey so far.

Lenape Valley wins first playoff game in six years

It’s been six years since Lenape Valley last won a postseason game but the 15th-seeded Patriots — who were 5-14 entering the state tournament — made their trek to Wallington worth it as they downed the second-seeded Panthers, 5-4 for the team’s first playoff win since 2019. Callie Stevenson drove in two runs for Lenape Valley, while Paige Henriksen struck out six in seven innings of work and scattered seven hits and two walks.

North 1, Group 3

Wayne Hills gets over hump, springs biggest upset

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Lake-Lehman Continues Home Dominance on Thursday

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04/24/25 @ Greater Nanticoke Area	21
04/29/25 @ MMI Preparatory School	17
04/29/25 @ MMI Preparatory School	17
04/02/25 vs Greater Nanticoke Area	15
05/01/25 vs Hanover Area	10

Lake-Lehman‘s game last Monday was a loss, but they didn’t let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victors by an 11-2 margin over the Western Wayne Wildcats. Considering the Knights have won 14 matchups by more than five runs this season, Thursday’s blowout was nothing new.

Hannah Chipego spent all seven innings on the mound, and it’s clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on three hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn’t tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she’s pitched this season.

On the hitting side, Kirsten Finarelli was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. That’s the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Kaitlyn Brudnicki, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs.

They weren’t the only ones working in the home run department: Lake-Lehman lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Western Wayne didn’t launched any home runs.

Lake-Lehman pushed their record up to 18-2 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.4 runs on average over those games. As for Western Wayne, their loss dropped their record down to 8-12.

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Hawthorne keeps underdog status alive, makes N1G1 semis as 10-seed

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Like all good cleanup hitters, Hawthorne junior Ava Martinello revels the opportunity to be called upon to produce runs for the Bears.

And she was in top form at the absolute perfect time on Friday as she went 2-for-2 with two RBI and a solo homer as 10th-seeded Hawthorne downed 15th-seeded Lenape Valley, 3-1, in the North 1, Group 1 quarterfinals.

“It suits me, and it makes me want to hit more,” Martinello said. “I’m more excited to go up there and hit.”

Martinello’s solo shot in the bottom of the second inning was particularly big as it tied the game at 1-1 after Lenape Valley’s Callie Stevenson hit a solo homer of her own in the top of the second.

The Patriots, who were fresh off a 5-4 upset over second-seeded Wallington on Thursday, trotted out rookie hurler Michaela Dennehy and that presented issues for Hawthorne.

Dennehy threw hardly any fastballs, instead relying on changeups, screwballs, drop balls and more as she was largely able to keep Hawthorne’s offense off balance. And the Bears only mustered five hits as a team, struck out six times and grounded into two double plays in the infield with the bases loaded.

“We generally don’t love facing that style of pitching,” Hawthorne coach Mook Iannacone said. “It takes time to adjust. Even if I tell them it’s like doing front toss with me and I tell them to sit back and drive it up the middle, it’s tough.”

Eventually, Hawthorne figured things out and was able to time up Dennehy and make some harder contact, including a double by Emma Riglewicz and some hard hit singles to the outfield.

But, thanks to Martinello’s home run, Iannacone knew eventually Hawthorne would figure things out.

“She’s our power hitter and our muscle,” Iannacone said. “We don’t have many home runs but she’s got a…

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