There was early excitement for Pittston after they claimed the first score on Friday, but it was Wilkes-Barre who ended up claiming the real prize. The Pittston Patriots took a 21-10 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Wilkes-Barre Wolfpack. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Patriots of the 35-21 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2021.
Wilkes-Barre's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was JAKE HOWE, who threw for 147 yards and two touchdowns. DAVON UNDERWOOD also helped with two touchdowns in total.
Pittston is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5. As for Wilkes-Barre, their win bumped their record up to 3-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Pittston will challenge Hazleton Area at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Wilkes-Barre, they will face off against Wyoming Valley West at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday. Wyoming Valley West is on a four-game streak of home losses, Wilkes-Barre a five-game streak of away losses dating back to last season, but someone's luck is about to change.
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