As we get closer to the playoffs, teams are shifting into another gear. The Proctor Raiders continue to impress improving to 12-1, 8-0 in the league. They hammered Nottingham and Liverpool. After this Fridays game they take a break like many teams do for regents week. We all know what Deandre Preaster can do, but not many realize what a strong supporting cast he has led by Desmond Tillery, Collis Maddox, Mike Scotellaro and Almir Gredelj. Their chemistry on the court is uncanny. If they continue to learn from coaches Norm Stamboly and Mark F. Joseph, this team will win another Section III title.
Another team that is like a fine wine...(getting better with age) is West Canada. At 13-0 the Indians hold on to their number one state ranking. While Sauquoit gave them a run last week, they seemed to shift into that other gear I was talking about to win. Steve Porter has a championship team he continues to mold. They want to avenge last years early playoff exit in the worst way.
While VVS continues to impress with the way they play basketball, watch out for Notre Dame. They are a team that just when you think they may have a down year, they start to gel. Jarrell Hunter and Matt Petrone have excelled this season along side potential all star Pat Moore. They are starting to click on offense and their defense, which is a Juggler staple, is nearing what many feel is where its expected to be. Can you ever count out a Mike Durr coached team? I think not.
How about Adirondack. I know I mentioned this last week, but they are on a roll. This week they beat Division rival Dolgeville in overtime. Nick Winters, Scott Dunlap, Cody Hitt are three solid players. The division title will go through Boonville this season.
Cooperstown was impressive this week in their win over Mt.Markham. They are state ranked and now have two wins over the Mustangs this season.
Division IV will come down to two teams. Richfield and NY Mills. Right now its a toss up as the teams have yet to play each other.
As for the ladies. Cream of the crop:
New Hartford, Nicole Karam is arguably the best player in the area. She's scored over 30 points in her last two games.
Little Falls rules the roost in CSC Division I. Terzi leads that team to another sectional title.
However, Cooperstown is still unbeaten. Their starting five is sharp led by Samantha Fox and Jen Wehner.
RCH and WCV will battle for supremecy in Divison III
NY Mills will win Division IV behind Sam Szkotak, and she certainly can lay claim to the areas top player title.
Your opinion is greatly appreciated...let me know what you think.
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Friday, January 11, 2008
Sorry For The Delay....Now Lets Play!
High school hoops are a hopin now! Just about midway though the season and we all know that Proctor is for real, West Canada deserves to be ranked number one in the state, and no matter what anyone says, you cannot count out the Notre Dame Jugglers.
A heartfelt congratulations to Al Knapp for his 500th coaching victory. You earned it and cudos to all your present and past players as well.
So lets look at the divisions. Tri Valley East is a three teams race with New Hartford and Whitesboro neck and neck....as I said, don't underestimate Notre Dame. The West is owned by VVS.
CSC Division I: Nick Palczak is doing a great job with Adirondack. However, Mohawk is having a great season as well and never count out Dolgeville.
CSC Division II: Cooperstown is definately the team to beat at 12-1. Guys like Brad Ashford, Eric Jederlinic and Quinn Snyder make that team click. Rightbehindthem though is Mt. Markham. Coach Buffa has some stars on that team including Josh Pugh and Kyle Maxson. Sauquoit is good, but they need to find consistency.
CSC Division III: After top ranked West Canada, its pretty even with the next tier. Oriskany, RCH and Hamilton can beat each other on any given night.
CSC Division IV: For the first time since I've been here, NY Mills may have a run for their money in Richfield Springs. That doesn't mean the Marauders are done for goodness sake, they are 8-2. However,the Indians seem to know how to win close games. Should be a fun second half of the season.
I mentioned Proctor earlier....they are such a fun team to watch, much like West Canada. They are fast, play great defense and Deandre Preaster is a human highlight reel.
The big weekend game is a rivalry rematch as Dolgeville hosts West Canada. If you are looking for a game to go to on Saturday...that's the one!
A heartfelt congratulations to Al Knapp for his 500th coaching victory. You earned it and cudos to all your present and past players as well.
So lets look at the divisions. Tri Valley East is a three teams race with New Hartford and Whitesboro neck and neck....as I said, don't underestimate Notre Dame. The West is owned by VVS.
CSC Division I: Nick Palczak is doing a great job with Adirondack. However, Mohawk is having a great season as well and never count out Dolgeville.
CSC Division II: Cooperstown is definately the team to beat at 12-1. Guys like Brad Ashford, Eric Jederlinic and Quinn Snyder make that team click. Rightbehindthem though is Mt. Markham. Coach Buffa has some stars on that team including Josh Pugh and Kyle Maxson. Sauquoit is good, but they need to find consistency.
CSC Division III: After top ranked West Canada, its pretty even with the next tier. Oriskany, RCH and Hamilton can beat each other on any given night.
CSC Division IV: For the first time since I've been here, NY Mills may have a run for their money in Richfield Springs. That doesn't mean the Marauders are done for goodness sake, they are 8-2. However,the Indians seem to know how to win close games. Should be a fun second half of the season.
I mentioned Proctor earlier....they are such a fun team to watch, much like West Canada. They are fast, play great defense and Deandre Preaster is a human highlight reel.
The big weekend game is a rivalry rematch as Dolgeville hosts West Canada. If you are looking for a game to go to on Saturday...that's the one!
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