It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Nazareth Hall Tract gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Nazareth, PA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“Ken and Rebecca have been extremely helpful during the process of finding in-home care for my in-laws. They have been sensitive to our needs, diligent in their efforts to provide the best possible care, and consistent in their follow-up to see if things are satisfactory. We have been executing this process from out-of-state and the process has been very smooth. Through phone calls and face-to-face meetings when possible, both Ken and Rebecca have been professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend Always Best Care Senior Services.”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Sycamore Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Beck's Land & Sea House or visit Moravian Historical Society, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Nazareth, PA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Nazareth, PA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Nazareth, PA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
NAZARETH, Pa. - A new destination for antique and vintage items, including artwork, clothing, furniture and household goods, is coming soon to Northampton County.Blackbird Antiques, a family-run store offering a wide assortment of unique antiques and vintage pieces, is expected to open in late April or early May at 19 Belvidere St. in Nazareth, co-owner Abby Bachstein said.The business is a family affair, with Bachstein's father, Aaron Bachstein, her mother, Heather Bachstein, and her brother, Ethan Bachstein, all helping out i...
NAZARETH, Pa. - A new destination for antique and vintage items, including artwork, clothing, furniture and household goods, is coming soon to Northampton County.
Blackbird Antiques, a family-run store offering a wide assortment of unique antiques and vintage pieces, is expected to open in late April or early May at 19 Belvidere St. in Nazareth, co-owner Abby Bachstein said.
The business is a family affair, with Bachstein's father, Aaron Bachstein, her mother, Heather Bachstein, and her brother, Ethan Bachstein, all helping out in various capacities.
"For years, it's been a dream of ours as a family to open an antique store, and we're excited to finally be doing it," Abby said.
"We live in Nazareth, and when we passed by the space that we now rent, we thought, 'Oh my gosh, what an awesome opportunity to finally do what we've wanted to do for so long.' It's like a dream come true."
A passion for seeking out and collecting one-of-a-kind antiques is a Bachstein "family trait" that's been passed down through generations, Abby said.
Since she was a child, Abby's enjoyed antiquing with her father, who did the same with his father.
The family's large personal collection of antiques has been assembled over decades via auctions, estate sales and other antique stores, Abby said.
"Since I was little, antiquing is something we've done as a family," Abby said.
"My grandfather's also a collector. So, my dad grew up going to auctions and antique stores with his dad, and that kind of got passed on to him. He enjoyed doing it and then started bringing us along with him to do antiquing and auctions as well. With this new store, it'll be primarily my dad and I running things, but everyone is helping out."
Blackbird Antiques will feature a wide assortment of antiques and vintage pieces, including furniture such as chairs and coffee tables; artwork such as paintings and sculptures; tableware such as glasses and mugs; and various decorative and functional items such as lamps, pottery, cut glass, pressed glass, duck decoys and record players.
There also will be a small selection of vintage clothing and fashion accessories such as jewelry and hats.
Consignment opportunities will be available beginning within a couple of months of the store's opening, Abby said.
"We'll be carrying a little bit of everything, including early primitive and mid-century modern items as well as some military items," Abby said.
"We go all over the place for the inventory. There's a plethora of really good auctions in this area as well as within about a two-hour drive. My dad is also really into online auctions."
Blackbird Antiques, whose name was partially inspired by the Bachsteins' fondness for famed writer Edgar Allan Poe and one of his signature works, "The Raven," will occupy a soon-to-be-updated space that was previously home to a thrift shop, Abby said.
The family is planning to add new wall paint and other cosmetic touches to the space.
The Bachsteins are excited to join Nazareth's vibrant business scene, which includes neighboring retail stores such as The Hive, a market showcasing hand-crafted items from more than 130 Lehigh Valley area vendors.
"Nazareth is such a beautiful town to walk around, especially on that stretch," Abby said.
"There's a bunch of other local businesses nearby that have reached out to welcome us, and we're so appreciative of the support that we've received. We've also met a lot of people in the area who are very excited and supportive. So, it's been a very sweet, warm welcome, and we're super excited."
For the latest Blackbird Antiques updates, including an official opening announcement, follow the business' pages on Facebook and Instagram.
L. NAZARETH TWP., Pa. – A restaurant space that was vacated in late 2024 is now home to a new tasty concept in Northampton County.La Hacienda Mexican Grill, a full-service eatery offering authentic Mexican cuisine, opened about a week ago at 848 Nazareth Pike in Lower Nazareth Township.The updated Raceway Plaza space previously housed a location of Carl’s Corner, a fast-casual eatery serving up cheesesteaks, sandwiches and more, which ...
L. NAZARETH TWP., Pa. – A restaurant space that was vacated in late 2024 is now home to a new tasty concept in Northampton County.
La Hacienda Mexican Grill, a full-service eatery offering authentic Mexican cuisine, opened about a week ago at 848 Nazareth Pike in Lower Nazareth Township.
The updated Raceway Plaza space previously housed a location of Carl’s Corner, a fast-casual eatery serving up cheesesteaks, sandwiches and more, which closed in November.
Carl’s Corner’s flagship location, at 2 W. Elizabeth Ave. in Bethlehem, continues to operate.
La Hacienda, with seating for around 30 guests, offers a wide array of made-from-scratch Mexican dishes, including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas and flautas, co-owner Ishmael Morales said.
Guests can enjoy appetizers such as nachos supreme, guacamole dip and empanadas; soups such as beef, chicken and tripe; and burritos (stuffed with rice, beans, cheddar cheese, sour cream, pico de gallo, avocado and queso fresco) such as al pastor (marinated pork), beef, chicken, beef and chicken, and chorizo (Mexican sausage). Any burrito can be made into a bowl.
Mexican tacos, starting at $11.75 and served in orders of three, include beef, chicken, al pastor, chorizo, lengua (beef tongue), shrimp and birria (served with consume to dip). Customers have their choice of corn or flour tortillas.
Other menu highlights include a wide variety of salads, enchiladas, tamales and fajitas.
Customers also can enjoy burgers and Mexican tortas (toasted sandwiches with choice of meat, jalapenos, lettuce, onions, salsa, tomato, mayonnaise and avocado).
Other Central American specialties include pupusas, baleadas, garnachas (fried corn tortillas with beef, mayonnaise, fried cabbage, escabeche, salsa and queso) and shucos (choice of meat on toasted roll with chimichurri, avocado, salad cabbage, mayonnaise and salsa de la casa).
Morales is no stranger to the Nazareth area dining scene.
He also operates the nearby Tuscana Pizza & Pasta on Easton-Nazareth Highway in Lower Nazareth.
“I’m very excited to bring another restaurant to Nazareth,” Morales said. “I have a partner who will be helping run the day-to-day operations.”
The BYOB La Hacienda offers booth seating, and it also offer take-out and delivery services.
Morales and his team added new kitchen equipment, and they also implemented cosmetic upgrades, including vibrant, hand-painted wall murals of various Mexican scenes.
Prior to Carl's Corner's time in the space, the Raceway Plaza spot was also home to other dining establishments, including J’s Steaks & Subs, Las Cazuelas Mexican Restaurant and Three Way Cafe.
La Hacienda’s debut is more good news for the Nazareth area dining scene, which welcomed Angry Dumpling – a restaurant specializing in handmade Chinese dumplings – in late 2024.
Other Nazareth area businesses dishing out Mexican specialties include Los Comprades Mexican Restaurant and Rice 'N Beans.
L. NAZARETH TWP., Pa. – A restaurant space that was vacated in late 2024 will soon be home to a new tasty concept in Northampton County.La Hacienda Mexican Grill, a full-service eatery offering authentic Mexican cuisine, is expected to open in about two weeks at 848 Nazareth Pike in Lower Nazareth Township, co-owner Ishmael Morales said.The updated Raceway Plaza space previously housed a location of Carl’s Corner, a fast-casual eatery serving up cheesesteaks, sandwiches and more, which ...
L. NAZARETH TWP., Pa. – A restaurant space that was vacated in late 2024 will soon be home to a new tasty concept in Northampton County.
La Hacienda Mexican Grill, a full-service eatery offering authentic Mexican cuisine, is expected to open in about two weeks at 848 Nazareth Pike in Lower Nazareth Township, co-owner Ishmael Morales said.
The updated Raceway Plaza space previously housed a location of Carl’s Corner, a fast-casual eatery serving up cheesesteaks, sandwiches and more, which closed in November.
Carl’s Corner’s flagship location, which has operated for more than 25 years at 2 W. Elizabeth Ave. in Bethlehem, continues to operate.
La Hacienda, with seating for around 30 guests, will offer a wide array of made-from-scratch Mexican dishes, including tacos, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas and chilaquiles, Morales said.
Morales is no stranger to the Nazareth area dining scene.
He also operates the nearby Tuscana Pizza & Pasta on Easton-Nazareth Highway in Lower Nazareth.
“I’m very excited to bring another restaurant to Nazareth,” Morales said. “I have a partner who will be helping run the day-to-day operations.”
The BYOB La Hacienda will offer booth seating, and it also will offer take-out service.
Morales and his team have added new kitchen equipment, and they’re also implementing cosmetic upgrades, including vibrant, hand-painted wall murals of various Mexican scenes.
Prior to Carl's Corner's time in the space, the Raceway Plaza spot was also home to other dining establishments, including J’s Steaks & Subs, Las Cazuelas Mexican Restaurant and Three Way Cafe.
La Hacienda’s upcoming opening is more good news for the Nazareth area dining scene, which welcomed Angry Dumpling – a restaurant specializing in handmade Chinese dumplings – in late 2024.
Other Nazareth area businesses dishing out Mexican specialties include Los Comprades Mexican Restaurant and Rice 'N Beans.
Social media pages, where individuals can follow the latest La Hacienda updates, are coming soon, Morales said.
Golden Hawks secure another championship as Nazareth puts up a fight in thrilling PIAA AAA state dual finalBethlehem Catholic celebrated its fourth consecutive PIAA Class AAA Dual Meet State Championship, after topping Nazareth in the 2025 final. / Bethlehem Catholic AthleticsWhen comparing the wrestling rosters of the AAA teams in the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athlatic Associ...
Golden Hawks secure another championship as Nazareth puts up a fight in thrilling PIAA AAA state dual final
Bethlehem Catholic celebrated its fourth consecutive PIAA Class AAA Dual Meet State Championship, after topping Nazareth in the 2025 final. / Bethlehem Catholic Athletics
When comparing the wrestling rosters of the AAA teams in the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athlatic Association (PIAA) State Dual Championship Final to those in the AA Final (No. 1 Faith Christian Academy and No. 2 Bishop McCort) it makes sense that Bethlehem Catholic comes in at just 29 in our national rankings and Nazareth does not appear in them. The AA teams are loaded with nationally ranked grapplers, while the AAA teams have just over a handful with six, five belonging to Bethlehem Catholic.
The stars did their jobs for each team as none of them met head-to-head and all six put wins in the scorebook. Based on star power, it was logical to expect the Golden Hawks to come through with their fourth consecutive AAA dual meet crown and they did, topping Nazareth, 44-28, Saturday at Altoona High School.
In a dual that started at 114-pounds, Nazareth’s Michael Good ended the opener rather quickly with a 36 second pin of Louden Hower to give the underdogs the early edge, 6-0.
The joy was short-lived for the Blue Eagles as Bethlehem would rally for two straight pins by the Dillards, Reef and Keanu, to go up, 12-6. No. 22 Reef Dillard waited until the final round to post his fall, 5:16, over Remy Trech at 121. No. 5 Keanu Dillard cut his bout with Cooper Wenrich, at 127, off midway through the first frame, 1:16, for a 12-6 advantage.
Nazareth came rambling back with two wins of their own when Jack Campbell posed a 15-3 major decision of Ryder Campbell at 133. After Tahir Parkins (No. 2 at 145) received a forfeit at 139, his team was back out front, 16-12.
At 145, Marco Frinzi kept the Blue Eagles from adding more to their tally by throwing a 21-3 technical fall of Chase Brown up for the crowd to enjoy, but this still left his squad down by one, 17-16.
Instead of building off Frinzi’s example, Nazareth’s Cade Campbell shut the Golden Hawks down with a quick pin (1:03) in his 152-pound bout with Zach Papcsy to extend the upset dreams with a 22-17 margin.
Unfortunately for the Blue Eagles, Bethlehem Catholic had two of its superstars queued up next in Charlie Scanlan (No. 30 at 157) and Shane McFillin (No. 28 at 165). Scanlan came out at 160 and decked Dominick Tunison 16 seconds into the second period. McFillin rolled to a 15-0 tech versus Elijah Simak at 172, regaining the lead for the defending champs, 28-22.
At 189, Nazareth’s Brayden Zeurcher flattened Justin Martinez in the opening frame, 1:20, to bring the team tally to a draw at 28 with three matches to go.
James Deluise (215) deflated the Blue Eagle fans with a 15-0 tech fall against Vincent Giacobbe and heavyweight Connor Gillahan broke their hearts with a third period fall in his meeting with Jacob Cozze that sealed the win and fourth consecutive AAA dual meet crown for the Golden Hawks.
No. 16 Nico Emili would add another win to Bethlehem Catholic’s count with a 16-1 tech of Derek Fulmer to make the final score, 44-28.
In the semis, Bethlehem Catholic had a close encounter with Connellsville that ended with a 29-23 score. In the quarters they downed Council Rock North, 43-14.
The Connellsville dual saw the Golden Hawks start off down 10-4 before three wins in a row gave them a 14-10 lead. Two of those wins were by the Dillards, Reef at 121 and Keanu at 133, with Andre Cerrato picking up the win at 127.
Connellsville’s Honorable Mention Kai Vielma (139) tied it all back up at 14 with a major decision over Ryder Campbell. Two squads would trade pins over the next two weights to keep it tied.
With the score knotted at 20 all, Scanlan took out Evan Petrovich (No. 20 at 150), 4-1, at 160 and McFillin blanked Lonzy Vielma, 7-0, at 172, which was followed by Deluise’s 8-1 decision of Cooper Lemb at 189 to push Bethlehem Catholic out to an insurmountable 29-20 edge with one bout left on the card.
Connellsville’s Christopher Cook ended things positively for his side with a 10-4 win against Gillahan at 215 to end the affair.
Nazareth had a close quarter final with Franklin Regional that resulted in a 32-29 win. In the semis, Nazareth beat Boyertown, 42-21.
Connellsville defeated Boyertown, 37-21, to take third.
(match started at 114)
114-Michael Good (N) pinned Louden Hower, :36
121-Reef Dillard (BC) pinned Remy Trach, 5:16
127-Keanu Dillard (BC) pinned Cooper Wenrich, 1:16
133-Jack Campbell (N) maj dec Ryder Campbell, 15-3
139-Tahir Parkins (N) won by forfeit
145-Marco Frinzi (BC) tech fall Chase Brown, 21-3
152-Cade Campbell (N) pinned Zach Papcsy, 1:03
160-Charlie Scanlan (BC) pinned Dominick Tunison, 2:16
172-Shane McFillin (BC) tech fall Elijah Simak, 15-0
189-Brayden Zeurcher (N) pinned Justin Martinez, 1:20
215-James Deluise (BC) tech fall Vincent Giacobbe, 15-0
285-Connor Gillahan (BC) pinned Jacob Cozze, 5:05
107-Nico Emili (BC) tech fall Derek Fulmer, 16-1
Billy Buckheit is a long-time high school wrestling expert and journalist who has been doing the individual national high school wrestling rankings for SBLive Sports since 2022. He also provides coverage a major high school wrestling tournaments throughout the year. Billy previously served as the senior wrestling writer for Varsity Sports Network and the Baltimore Banner. He has also served on the seeding committees for many prestigious regional and national tournaments. In addition, he is the editor of Billy B's Wrestling World, a popular Facebook page dedicated to high school wrestling, and is an editorial contributor for the Maryland State Wrestling Association (MSWA).
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