Third-quarter run keys Abington Heights' victory

Comets pull away from Delaware Valley in Lackawanna League Division I boys basketball

Jan. 29, 2026 at 10:55pm

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Abington Heights used a big third quarter to pull away from Delaware Valley for a 72-50 win Thursday in Lackawanna League Division I boys basketball. Leading by five at halftime, the No. 3 Comets outscored the No. 8 Warriors 15-5 in the third quarter to extend their advantage to double digits.

Why it matters

This victory keeps Abington Heights undefeated in league play and solidifies their position as one of the top teams in the Lackawanna League. The game also highlights the competitive nature of the Lackawanna League Division I boys basketball race, with several teams vying for playoff positioning.

The details

Jordan Shaffer finished with 21 points for Abington Heights, while Finn Goldberg followed with 19. Trey Newton led Delaware Valley with 13 points and Tyler Lombardo added 11.

  • Abington Heights outscored Delaware Valley 15-5 in the third quarter.

The players

Jordan Shaffer

A player for Abington Heights who scored 21 points in the game.

Finn Goldberg

A player for Abington Heights who scored 19 points in the game.

Trey Newton

A player for Delaware Valley who scored 13 points in the game.

Tyler Lombardo

A player for Delaware Valley who scored 11 points in the game.

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The takeaway

Abington Heights' strong third-quarter performance was the key to their victory over Delaware Valley, showcasing the Comets' ability to pull away from opponents and solidify their position as one of the top teams in the Lackawanna League.