Blue Mountain Remains No. 1 as Schuylkill Haven and Pottsville Enter Power 5

Week 7 produced the biggest shake-up yet in the Skook News Schuylkill County Power 5, with two teams entering the rankings.

Blue Mountain continued its dominant season, Williams Valley survived an overtime scare and Tri-Valley rebounded from its second loss. Schuylkill Haven surged into the rankings following a statement victory, while Pottsville’s third consecutive dominant performance earned the Crimson Tide the final position.

Williams Valley Introduces 2026 Homecoming Court

The 2026 Williams Valley Homecoming Court.

Williams Valley has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court, featuring eight students who will represent the school during this year’s homecoming festivities.

Williams Valley Erases Early Deficit to Defeat North Schuylkill

Williams Valley scored 19 unanswered points after falling behind by two touchdowns to defeat North Schuylkill 19-14 on Friday night.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Williams Valley Class of 2026

Congratulations to the Williams Valley Class of 2026

Williams Valley Honors Two Graduates with Valley Lifelong Alumni Music Awards

The Williams Valley Alumni Band Association presented its annual Valley Lifelong Alumni Music Awards on May 5 during the Spring Choral and Band Concert, recognizing two graduates who have continued their dedication to music long after their high school years.

Williams Valley To Perform The Addams Family

A cast and crew of more than 30 students will take the stage at Williams Valley High School next week as they present The Addams Family.

Williams Valley Pulls Away Early to Defeat Tri-Valley in Division 2 Matchup

Williams Valley used a fast start and steady scoring throughout to earn a 47–31 victory over Tri-Valley in a Schuylkill League Division 2 girls basketball matchup.

Williams Valley Outlasts Minersville in Shootout

In one of the most exciting early-season matchups in Schuylkill County football, Williams Valley outlasted Minersville, 43-40, on Friday night in a back-and-forth shootout between two undefeated teams.

PHOTOS: Schuylkill League Softball Semi - Pine Grove vs. Williams Valley

On Thursday, May 15th, 2025, the Schuylkill League Softball semifinals were held at North Schuylkill's Dot Seidel Field, where during game 2 of the day, Williams Valley faced Pine Grove Area.

SCHUYLKILL GRADUATES: Williams Valley Class of 2025

Congratulations to the graduating Senior Class of Williams Valley High School.

Tamaqua Lady Raiders Hold Off Williams Valley to Advance to Schuylkill League Semifinals

The Tamaqua Area Lady Raiders secured a hard-fought 41-36 victory over the Williams Valley Lady Vikings in the Schuylkill League Girls High School Basketball Quarterfinals on Saturday, punching their ticket to the semifinals.

Sage Smeltz Shines as Schuylkill Chapter #25’s First Female Football Honoree

In a historic milestone for the Schuylkill Chapter No. 25 of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame, Sage Smeltz of Williams Valley High School has become the first female football Scholar Athlete in the chapter’s history. 

DISTRICT XI BOYS SOCCER: Minersville’s Jordan Bowers Hat Trick Propels Battlin' Miners to Victory Over Williams Valley

In an intense District XI Boys Soccer Class 1A quarterfinal matchup, the Minersville Battlin' Miners secured a hard-fought 3-2 victory over the Williams Valley Vikings.

DISTRICT XI GIRLS SOCCER: Williams Valley Advances to Semifinals After Shootout Win Over Minersville

In a District XI Class 1A quarterfinal match, the Williams Valley Vikings and Minersville Battlin' Miners fought through 80 minutes of regulation, two overtimes, and a penalty shootout to determine who would move on in the postseason. 

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Williams Valley Shuts Out Marian Catholic

The Williams Valley Vikings took a commanding 33-0 victory over the Marian Catholic Colts Friday evening. 

Williams Valley Crowns 2024 Homecoming Queen

On Friday night, Williams Valley crowned their 2024 Homecoming Queen during halftime of their football game against Marian Catholic.

Williams Valley Announces 2024 Homecoming Court

Williams Valley will be celebrating its 2024 Homecoming on Friday, October 11th, 2024 when the football team plays host to Marian Catholic.

DISTRICT XI: Mahanoy Area Boys Continue Dominance in Quarterfinal Win Over Williams Valley

On Saturday, the Mahanoy Area Golden Bears showcased their teamwork as they faced the Williams Valley Vikings in the District XI 2A Boys Basketball Quarterfinal. 

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Dunmore Ends Williams Valley's Season in First Round

The Dunmore Bucks travelled to Schuylkill County Friday night to face off against the Williams Valley Vikings in the first round of the PIAA Class 2A Football Playoffs.

MEET THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MARCHING BANDS: Williams Valley Viking Pride Marching Band

      

MEET THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MARCHING BANDS

Williams Valley Viking Pride Marching Band

MEET THE SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MARCHING BANDS is back, highlighting the Marching Bands from our Schuylkill County School Districts.  Next to be featured for the 2023 season is the marching band from Williams Valley, directed by Matthew Paul Haas.