PERFECT END: Krupovich, Valley View capture second straight state title

PERFECT END: Krupovich, Valley View capture second straight state title

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 39 of the Film Room Podcast! The Times-Tribune Athlete of the Week Valley View softball player Zoie Krupovich joins hosts Joe Baress and Scott Walsh to discuss her team winning a second straight PIAA Class 4A title, her performance in the championship game, what the second title meant to her, the atmosphere of the game and the Valley View fans, the team's nine-run inning, how the team developed throughout the season, how she got started in softball, her leadership role with the team and more. We also further discuss the incredible softball season for Lackawanna League and District 2 teams, Pocono Raceway weekend, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins and the New York Knicks winning their first NBA championship in 53 years. You can listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music and, of course, Podbean. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

DISTRICT 2 BASEBALL/SOFTBALL TITLE GAME PREVIEW: Riverside’s Jose Sosa joins the episode

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 38 of the Film Room Podcast! Riverside baseball player Jose Sosa joins hosts Joe Baress and Scott Walsh to discuss Tuesday's District 2 Class 3A baseball championship game, the Vikings' dynamic offense, how he got started in baseball, his post-graduation plans, advice for young athletes starting off in the sport and more. We also break down the District 2 baseball and softball title games that start Tuesday and end Friday with 12 champions set to be crowned. We also discuss other great performances from last week, the District 2 girls and boys lacrosse title games and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins advancing to the conference final, and look back on Kyle Busch's career after his tragic death last week.   You can listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music and, of course, Podbean. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

SEIZE THE MOMENT: Dunmore’s Costanzo posts records at districts

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 37 of the Film Room Podcast! The Times-Tribune Athlete of the Week Dunmore track and field athlete Jake Costanzo joins hosts Joe Baress and Joby Fawcett to discuss his record-setting performance at the District 2 Class 2A Track and Field Championships, his preparation for the state championships, the immense talent on his team and in the area, the biggest difference between this track season and last year, playing basketball and football at Dunmore and more.  We also preview the PIAA Track and Field Championships and look back at the District 2 Championships, preview the District 2 Class 2A boys and girls lacrosse championships and the District 2 Class 2A and 3A boys volleyball championships and look at what's ahead in the District 2 baseball and softball championships. You can listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music and, of course, Podbean. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

DIALED IN: Mid Valley’s Hazelton stellar in shutout wins

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 36 the Film Room Podcast! The Times-Tribune Athlete of the Week Mid Valley softball player Ava Hazelton joins hosts Joe Baress and Joby Fawcett to discuss her performance last week, her pitch selection process with her coach Michael Piercy, her mentality in the circle, how she got started in the sport, being a leader and more. We also take a deep dive into the state House approving House Bill 41, which allows the PIAA to separate public and private school playoffs, discussing what's next, the issue of fairness and what it could mean for area schools. Joe, a Holy Cross graduate, gives his perspective on public vs. private. We also discuss other great performances from last week, and look ahead to another busy week in the spring sports season, which includes baseball and softball teams battling for league titles, the Robert Spagna Championships with the District 2 Championships the following week in track and field and District 2 Tennis Championships. You can listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music and, of course, Podbean. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

HITTING HER STRIDE: Abington Heights’ Brister boasts another big week

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 35 of the Film Room Podcast! The Times-Tribune Athlete of the Week Abington Heights softball player Avary Brister joins host Joe Baress to discuss how she got started in the sport, which teammates impressed her so far this season, her role with the team, what her family has meant to her, what it's like playing in Lackawanna League Division I and more. Then, co-host Joby Fawcett joins the episode to discuss other great games and performances across the spring sports from last week, Tony Battaglia taking a sabbatical, the UNICO Soccer Cup all-star games and Wyoming Area and Penn State product Dom DeLuca signing with the Ravens and look ahead to this week. You can listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music and, of course, Podbean. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.