HS ROUNDUP: Two Mathes goals lift Black Knights over Tigers

Key Takeaways:

• Lake-Lehman secured a 2–0 shutout against Tunkhannock
• Andrew Mathes scored both goals in the first half for Lake-Lehman
• The Black Knights led in shots and corners throughout the game
• Wilkes-Barre Area edged out Dallas 2–1 in another key matchup
• Addison Corchado notched two goals, while goalkeeper Victoria Luna made nine saves

Lake-Lehman Seizes the Early Lead

Lake-Lehman took control from the opening whistle against Tunkhannock, with forward Andrew Mathes finding the net twice in the first half. Both goals came at crucial moments—once at the 11:15 mark with an assist from Finn Cronin, and again at 5:07 off a pass from Hunter Palka.

A Look at the Stats

The Black Knights demonstrated their dominance through a decisive advantage in shots and corners. Below is a breakdown of the game’s key statistics:

Goalkeeper Dillon of Tunkhannock recorded seven saves, while Lake-Lehman’s keeper, Chapple, needed only two.

Wilkes-Barre Area’s Narrow Triumph

On the girls’ side, Wilkes-Barre Area pulled out a 2–1 victory over Dallas. Forward Addison Corchado scored twice in the first half, providing her team with an early advantage. Holding the lead through determined defense, Wilkes-Barre Area benefited from nine saves by goalkeeper Victoria Luna. In spite of a goal from Dallas’s Mia DelGaudio, the game ended 2–1 in favor of Wilkes-Barre.

Defining Performances

These wins underscore two teams making strong statements in the Wyoming Valley Conference. Lake-Lehman’s shutout victory reflects both a potent offense and an effective defensive line, while Wilkes-Barre Area’s performance highlights crucial plays from Corchado and Luna. As the season progresses, these matches could influence momentum and place both winning teams in favorable positions for future conference play.