The Raiders’ initial foray into the world of unified sports this spring has been a huge success.
Jeff Falk
Jeff Falk is a seasoned journalist based in Lebanon, PA. He's a graduate of Cedar Crest High School, Penn State University, and a lifelong resident of Lebanon, born and raised. Currently, he is a feature writer for Engle Publishing in Lancaster, the editor of LebCoSports.com, sports director at WLBR 1270, a contributor to TheBurg, a former photographer and writer for Go Local magazine, a correspondent for The Lebanon Daily News, and a freelancer for LebTown. Formerly, he was a sportswriter at The Lebanon Daily News, the publisher of LebanonSportsBuzz.com, a writer for Harrisburg magazine, a news and sports correspondent for Lancaster Newspapers, a contributor to OnThePulse News, and a freelancer for The Hummelstown Sun. Jeff is married to Lori Messersmith-Falk, he's the father of three grown children, and he enjoys traveling, reading, theater, movies, music, sports, and history.
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With Patrick Ratke at helm, Flying Dutchmen seek to navigate change
One of the most challenging aspects of new Lebanon Valley College director of athletics Patrick Ratke’s position is rolling with constant change.
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With new pavilion, Colebrook Crossing doubles down on initial success
The owners of local ice cream eatery Colebrook Crossing recently had a pavilion built at an adjacent playground and donated it to South Londonderry Township.
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Lebanon County Track and Field Championships: A celebration of athleticism and community spirit
On Friday evening, enthusiastic student-athletes from all six Lebanon County school districts converged on Cedar Crest’s Earl Boltz Stadium to celebrate Lebanon County’s most popular spring sport.
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Something mysterious has brought Tyler Pritchett and Lebanon football together
Tyler Pritchett, a former Division I player and college-level coach, has been appointed as the new head coach for Lebanon High School’s struggling football program, aiming to revitalize it with a faith-driven approach.
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Palmyra Cougars on the prowl for big games: From underdogs to contenders
Through hard work and dedication, the Palmyra girls’ basketball team has created its own good fortune this season.
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Lebanon Biddy Basketball helps young Cedars spread their branches
For years, the Lebanon Biddy program has helped local city youth find themselves and find their way through basketball.
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Under Rob Wildasin, Falcon football team saw personal and collective growth
Before his recent resignation, Wildasin helped elevate Cedar Crest’s level of play.
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Lebanon High’s football struggles reflect wider issues in urban school districts
Finding a replacement for head coach Frank Isenberg is just one of the many football challenges facing the Cedars.
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Preseason All-Lebanon County Boys’ Basketball Team poised for 2023-24 runs
LebTown’s inaugural preseason squad features the top boys’ basketball players from Lebanon County
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Preseason All-Lebanon County Girls’ Basketball team has a lot of everything
Meet the players who are projected to be the top performers in local girls’ basketball this winter.
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State championship again eludes Palmyra in 3-1 loss to Villa Maria
The Cougars give it their all, but fall short in a 3-1 loss to Villa Maria in the PIAA Class AA title tilt at Cumberland Valley.
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Palmyra’s yearly pursuit of PIAA gold takes familiar turn with Hershey win
The Cougars defeated Hershey 3-1 to qualify for their eighth state championship game in ten years, and tenth overall. Palmyra will play for the title on Saturday at 1 p.m. at Cumberland Valley High School.
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For ELCO, playoff loss to Twin Valley is both an end and beginning
Despite at times being over matched, the Raiders don’t go down without a fight.
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Introducing the local coaches’ All-Lebanon County Football Team for 2023
These young men are all-stars in their coaches’ eyes.
