About Us
UPDATED 2025
Welcome to LLHoops.com!
LLhoops.com has been a source for information on the Lancaster-Lebanon League since 2000. We are nearing 30 years of digital coverage of the Lancaster-Lebanon League boys’ basketball scene.
LLhoops has been recognized by various sources as credentialed media by the Lancaster-Lebanon League, District 3, and the PIAA just to name a very few governing bodies. We are also a voting member of the All-State teams as well.
LLhoops is the brainchild of Dell Jackson. Jackson coached (Penn Manor/Donegal) and played in the L-L (Annville-Cleona ‘75). LLhoops was the first local site to post scores online on game days, post digital picturess, update standings daily, keep and post L-L scoring averages, post rankings of both PA State and District 3 weekly (courtesy of the late Jerry Shenk), post All-Decade L-L Teams, along with keeping an accurate history of the L-L playoffs since its inception in 1973.
Unfortunately, just days prior to the start of the 2024-25 season, Dell suffered a medical episode and was then diagnosed with Glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Despite receiving an incredibly difficult prognosis, Dell refused to play a victim to his situation and made it a point to still go out and attend games that year amid his ongoing health battle while continuing to hold court in the gym as a local legend within the local HS basketball circles. Sadly, we lost Dell in his courageous fight in late May 2025. We will all forever be in his debt for his creation that has brought so much enjoyment to now generations of basketball fans and will miss him greatly each and every season.
Our online presence continues to grow, with over 100,000+ unique followers and many, many returning visitors on an annual basis.
In 2024, we launched the LLhoops app: offering a user-friendly experience for checking scores on the go.
We wrote and published a book “Fifty years of Lancaster-Lebanon League Boys’ Basketball,” which tells the story of the league in the words of the people who created the story and the journalists who’ve written about it.
Needless to say, LLhoops continues to evolve and shift amid an ever-changing social media landscape. Follow along for scores, interviews, and on the ground coverage and more: X, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube.
Thank you for the many years of support. We would like to thank the players, coaches, athletic directors, and league officials for providing us with information and allowing us to be BIG FANS of the game.
ABOUT OUR STAFF:
Bruce Badgley enhances our coverage with his live streaming expertise and insightful updates on the Berks Beat. With his new feature, Berks Beat, Bruce brings a fresh perspective and real-time updates to our site. Be sure to follow Bruce for the latest news and video content on Twitter at @BruceBadgley. He produces all of our live-stream content.
Andy Herr brings a fresh, youthful perspective to our coverage with his impressive commitment to the Lancaster-Lebanon League. Known for his thorough approach, Andy has covered every team in the LL. His weekly feature, “Andy’s Take,” provides detailed game wraps. Fans appreciate his engaging updates on Twitter at @AndyBrackets, where he shares his insightful coverage and analysis.
David Kehler offers expert coverage from the Philadelphia area and provides in-depth insights into PIAA basketball. With over 20 years of experience in the field, including a notable tenure at the Philadelphia Inquirer, David brings a wealth of knowledge about the history and current landscape of Philadelphia high school basketball. Follow David on Twitter at @david_kehler for comprehensive reports and updates from one of the most experienced voices in the sport.
David Bray Jr. covers the Mid-Penn Keystone Conference with enthusiasm and insight. A recent graduate of Hershey High School and currently a student at Elizabethtown College, David leverages his strong connections with local teams and coaches to provide in-depth coverage. Known for his superb interviewing skills, David contributes not only through written content but also with various video projects and editing. His multifaceted approach adds valuable depth to our coverage. Follow him @KeystoneBBall.
Jon K (@LLHoopsNEPbeat) delivers unparalleled coverage of the Northeastern part of Pennsylvania, covering both boys’ and girls’ leagues with exceptional dedication. His comprehensive reporting includes weekly schedules, standings updates, and detailed game coverage. For District 2, Jon’s thoroughness and commitment are unmatched. With over 10 years of coverage with LLhoops, his extensive knowledge and reliable reporting have become a cornerstone of our coverage.
Our announcers for our live stream games are excellent: Warren Goodling, John Graham, Bruce Badgley, TJ Eck – guest announcers have included Jim Kreider, Chris Sherwood, Mike Gross and Doug Kraft. Past contributors included Dave Porter, Tom Boyd, Jerry Shenk, and various coaches.
PHOTOGRAPHERS:
Mark22 is a seasoned sports photojournalist and historian based in Central PA. His outstanding photography has earned recognition both locally and nationally, showcasing his exceptional ability to capture the essence of sports moments.
Rachel Horst, known as Hosh Posh, is a dedicated full-time photographer specializing in stunning portraits and captivating images. We’re thrilled to have Rachel’s exceptional photographic skills contribute to our team.
Additional photography has been provided by Lee Vivian, Cisco Soto, and others.
Special Thanks:
Ed Weaver, Circle W Sports, is our web designer and tech support. Circle W Sports has helped us with a redesign, which includes updated scores and standings on game day. We couldn’t do it without him!
Dessie Jackson (dessiejackson.com) for providing us with our various logos throughout the years.
A very special thanks to our advertisers (found at the bottom of our website). We cannot operate without their help.
Any business that would like to sponsor the site or a particular page, please contact us: llhoopsandy@gmail.com.
