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Sports Briefs
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Freshmen Basketball home vs. Corcoran @ 430
Boys JV Wrestling home vs. Mexico @ 5
Boys JV Basketball home vs. Proctor @ 530
Boys Varsity Basketball home vs. Proctor @ 7
Boys Varsity Hockey home vs. Ogdensburg @ 7
Boys Varsity Wrestling home vs. Mexico @ 7
Girls Varsity Bowling Keeps On Rolling
The girls varsity bowling team traveled to Strike N Spare Lanes last night to take on Nottingham, winning 5-0. Olivia Bodley had a high game of 236 and a high series of 611. Adreonna Armstrong bowled a series of 579 and Sarah Foley also rolled her way to a 560. The girls are 11-2 on the season.
Boys Swimming Suffers Setback
The boys varsity swimming team was sunk by Liverpool last night at home 93-88. Winning individual events were Dave Waite in diving with a score of 245.35 and Chris Debany in the 100 breast with a time of 1:21.95. RFA's Noyes, Hughes, Pawlikows, and Brement won the 200 free relay in 1:44.14 and Hughes, Gymburch, Slagle, and Debany won the 400 free relay in 4:29.64.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Varsity Ice Hockey Home vs. Salmon River @ 1
Girls JV Basketball Home vs Ichabod Crane @ 1
Girls Varsity Basketball Home vs Ichabod Crane @ 2:30
Boys JV Basketball @ Oneida @ 5
Boys Varsity Basketball @ Oneida @ 7
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling @ Nottingham @ 330
Girls Varsity Bowling @ Nottingham @ 330
Boys Freshmen Basketball home vs. Oneida @ 430
Boys Varsity Swimming home vs. Liverpool @ 5
Girls Varsity Bowling Strikes Again
The girls bowling team defeated Proctor 4-1 in a contest at King Pin Lanes last night. Melody Gifford had a high game of 214 and a series high of 559. Olivia Bodley bowled a 529 and Sarah Foley rolled her way to a series of 522. The girls are 10-2 on the season and 2-0 in league play.
Varsity Wrestling Pins Redhawks 32-27
In wrestling action last night the RFA wrestlers defeated Central Square 32-27. Recording victories in their respective weight classes were Brandon Engelbretson 103; Antonio DeLuco 112; Brent Valentine 119; Ryan Misurda 125; Stefano Iodice 152; Dan Secor 160; Steve Pawlikowski 171; and Matt Leggett 189. The squads record stands at 10-10 on the season.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling home vs. Proctor @ 330
Boys Varsity Bowling home vs. Proctor @ 330
Boys JV Wrestling @ Central Square @ 530
Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Central Square @ 630
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Illion @ 4
Boys JV Basketball @ Fayetteville- Manlius @ 530
Girls JV Basketball home vs. Fayetteville- Manlius @ 530
Boys Varsity Basketball @ Fayette- Manlius @ 7
Girls Varsity Basketball home vs. Fayetteville- Manlius @ 7
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey @ Hamilton @ 730
MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling @ CNS @ 330
Girls Varsity Bowling @ CNS @ 330
Boys Varsity Swimming home vs. CNS @ 5
Black Knights Fall To Glens Falls
In contest, the varsity ice hockey team fell to 7-7-1 after a 5-1 loss to Glens Falls. Scoring the lone goal for the squad was freshmen Garrett Reilley and Sophomore Max Bartell and Senior Adam Davis racked up points for the assist.
Boys Varsity Basketball Loses Yet Again
The boys varsity basketball team played host to the West Genesee Wildcats on Friday night in a 66-49 loss. Tim Abone led Rome with 10 points and Garrett Redding chipped in with 9 points on then night. The team is now 1-6 on the year and returns to action on Tuesday night when they travel to F-M.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 10, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Hockey home vs. Glens Falls @ 1
FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling @ Central Square @ 330
Boys Varsity Bowling @ Central Square @ 330
Boys JV Basketball home vs. West Genesee @ 530
Girls JV Basketball @ West Genesee @ 530
Boys Varsity Basketball home vs. West Genesee @ 7
Girls Varsity Basketball @ West Genesee @ 7
Boys Varsity Hockey home vs. New Hartford @ 7
THURSDAY, JANUARY 8, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling @ Fayetteville- Manlius @ 330
Girls Varsity Bowling @ Fayetteville- Manlius @ 330
Boys Freshmen Basketball Home vs. Corcoran @ 430
Boys Varsity Swimming @ Nottingham @ 530
Girls Bowling off to 8-1 Start
The varsity girls bowling team continued their great start to its season on Tuesday night by defeating visiting Nottingham 5-0. Melody Gifford had the high game of 253 and overall series with 623. Olivia Bodley also had a series high of 623 and Sarah Foley had a series of 500. The girls are 8-1 overall on the season and 2-0 in league contests.
Girls basketball defeated by Corcoran
The girls varsity basketball squad suffered a 64-41 loss to Corcoran.
Despite the setback, Lyndsey Brognano led the team with 13 points and Heather Fish chipped in with 5 points. Paige DiBerardino and Ashely Millner also helped out with 4 points a-piece.
TUESDAY, JANUARY 6, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling Home vs Nottingham @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Bowling Home vs Nottingham @ 3:30
Boys JV Basketball @ Corcoran @ 5
Girls JV Basketball Home vs Corcoran @ 5
Boys Varsity Basketball @ Corcoran @ 6:30
Girls Varsity Basketball Home vs Corcoran @ 6:30
MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling home vs. VVS @ 4
Girls Varsity Bowling @ VVS @ 4
Boys Freshmen Basketball @ West Genesee @ 430
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Due to the approaching winter storm and school being let out early, there are no after school activities.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling @ Liverpool @ 330
Boys Varsity Bowling @ Liverpool @ 330
Boys Freshmen Basketball home vs. Central Square @ 5
Boys Varsity Swimming @ Baldwinsville @ 5
Boys Varsity Hockey @ Westmoreland @ 730
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling @ Baldwinsville @ 330
Boys Varsity Bowling @ Baldwinsville @ 330
Boys Freshmen Basketball home vs. New Hartford @ 4
Girls Varsity Basketball home vs. Henninger @ 530
Boys Jv Basketball @ Henninger @ 530
Boys Varsity Basketball @ Henninger @ 7
Boys Varsity Hockey @ Cazenovia @ 7
MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Wrestling home vs. New Hartford @ 4
Boys Jv Wrestling home vs. New Hartford @ 4
Boys freshmen Basketball @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 515
Girls Jv Basketball home vs. Henninger @530
Varsity Football and Cheer Leading Awards Handed Out
The RFA Varsity Football and Cheer Leading teams capped off their season for good last night at their annual banquet at The Beaches. The following players and cheer leaders were awarded. Senior Marco Dominic was named MVP, Senior Kyle Jones Most Improved Defensive player, Senior Cornell Parrish Most Improved Offensive player, Sophomore Dan Secor Top Defensive Back, and Junior Kyle Kimball Top Offensive Back.
Also, Seniors Corey White and Zach Ciccotti were co- Top Defensive Lineman, Senior Justin Torres Top Offensive Lineman, Junior Zach Hemphill Unsung Hero, Ciccotti Enthusiasm Award, Senior Mark Capponi Dedication Award, and Senior Eric Townsend was awarded the Principal's Award for having the highest academic average of all seniors.
Other awards were handed out to Justin Torres for the Pride and Tradition Award, Sophomore Devante Marshall Scout Team Award, Senior Jordan Gualteri Sacrifice Award, and Ciccotti and Justin Torres were awarded the award for playing through pain/injury and not missing a game all season by trainer Kelly Hoke.
Varsity cheer leaders awarded were Sophomore Sarah Burke for Most Improved, Junior Nora Bohning Most Spirited, and Senior Ashley Baker for the Coaches Award.
A special farewell is necessary to head coach Mike Davis, who capped off his retirement last night after 35 years of coaching football; 8 at RFA. Best wishes to him and his family. Enjoy Coach!
RFA Hockey rips its way past Clinton
The Varsity Ice Hockey team went on the road to defeat the hosts Clinton 5-2 on Friday night in a Division II east battle. RFA ripped a total of 55 shots on net in the contest. TJ Reilley and Dustin Frankey led the assault with 2 goals and 2 assists a piece. Nick Tardugno also scored for Rome and Max Bartell had 2 assists.
The win improves the team to 3-0 in league play and 5-2 overall on the year. The Black Knights return to action on Tuesday when they travel to Cazenovia for a 7pm start.
Varsity Basketball passes Baldwinsville
The girls varsity basketball squad dominated visiting Baldwinsville by a 49 to 29 margin. Leading the team was Lyndsey Brognano with 12 points and Ashleigh Nelson, Kayla Smith and Allyson Eggan added seven points a piece. The girls will be back in action when they host Henninger on Tuesday, December 16, at 7:00.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling home vs. Baldwinsville @ 330
Boys Varsity Bowling home vs. Baldwinsville @ 330
Girls Jv Basketball home vs. Baldwinsville @ 530
Girls Varsity Basketball home vs. Baldwinsville @ 7
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey @ Clinton @ 730
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys JV Wrestling Tournament @ CNS ALL DAY
Boys Varsity Wrestling Tournament @ Whitesboro @ 9am
Boys JV Basketball @ Oneida @ 1
Boys Varsity Basketball @ Oneida @ 3
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Freshmen Basketball home vs. Baldwinsville @ 5
Boys Jv Wrestling @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 6
Boys Varsity Wrestling @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 7
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling @ West Gensesee @ 330
Boys Varsity Swimming @ Auburn @ 5
Black Knights Skate Over Proctor
RFA beat Proctor 6-3 for their second straight win last night at Kennedy Arena. The leading scorer for the Black Knights was senior Dustin Franke who had two goals and one assist. Sophomore Tj Reilley had a short handed goal to go along with four assist. Senior Adam Davis and sophomores Max Bartell and Nic Tardugno each netted a goal for RFA. Bartell, Davis, freshmen Robbie Waller, and sophomore Kyle Williams each added an assist. The Black Knights dominated with 50 shots on goal and junior goalie Mike Endres stopped 13- 15 shots by Proctor. Midway through the first period freshmen Garrett Reilley injured his shoulder. His time out is yet to be determined.
The Knights will be back in action on Friday night on the road when they face long time rival Clinton. RFA's next home game game will be against the Bulldogs of Westmorland on Tuesday, December 23. Face off is scheduled for 7pm.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Jv Basketball @ Corcoran @ 5
Girls Varsity Basketball @ Corcoran @ 630
Boys Varsity Hockey home vs. Proctor @ 7
MONDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling Home vs VVS @ 4
Boys Varsity Bowling @ VVS @ 4
Lady Knights defeat West Genesee
The RFA girls basketball team earned a big win against the visiting Wildcats 55-39 Friday night. The win avenged a loss to West Genny last year in the first round of the sectional playoffs.
Lyndsey Brognano led the way with 27 points and Maddy Pegues played a strong game with 13 points and 12 rebounds. Allyson Eggan also had 9 points and Kayla Smith chipped in 4 assists and 5 steals. The girls stand at 2-1 on the season. They return to action Tuesday night when they travel to Corcoran.
JV Girls Basketball wins
The JV lady knights defeated West Genesee 41-35 Friday night in their home opener. Alana Quance led the charge with 17 points. Jamie Marcinkowski also had 8 points and 9 rebounds and Katie Mott had 6 assists.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Jv Basketball home vs. West Genesee @ 530
Girls Varsity Basketball home vs. West Genesee @ 7
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Swimming @ West Genesee @ 5
Boys Jv Basketball home vs. Fayetteville - Manlius @ 530
Boys Freshmen Basketball @ Proctor @ 6
Boys Varsity Basketball home vs. Fayetteville - Manlius @ 7
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling @ Henninger @ 330
Girls Varsity Bowling @ Henninger @ 330
Boys JV Wrestling home vs. CNS @ 6
Boys Varsity Wrestling home vs CNS
Black Knights Win League Opener
There is nothing like keeping your fans tuned into the game until the last second. The boys varsity ice hockey team did just that. Sophomore Tj Reilley led the squad, with two goals, to a thrilling 3-2 win over rival Whitesboro. The first goal of the game was scored by Freshmen Robbie Waller, who also added an assist to one of Reilley's goals. Junior Mike Endres had 19 saves in net for the black knights. The team comes back with a home game Tuesday December 9 vs. Proctor.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey @ Whitesboro @ 730
MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2008
Lady Black Knights Finish 3rd in Tournament
The RFA varsity girls basketball team finished in 3rd place on Saturday in Proctor's annual season opening tournament. The girls lost to host Proctor 48-40 on Friday night and defeated Whitesboro 44-41 on Saturday.
Against Proctor, Lyndsey Brognano led RFA with 18 points. Kayla Smith had 9 points, 4 assists and 5 steals and Paige Diberardino and Allyson Eggan chipped in with 7 and 6 points respectively. Brognano also led the way against Whitesboro scoring 15 points in the win. The girls are 1-1 on the season.
Black Knights finish 1-1 in High School Hockey Classic
After losing to New Hartford 5-3 Friday evening at the Utica Auditorium the knights bounced back to beat Whitesboro 3-0 in the consolation game.
The squad finished in third place behind Clinton in second, and New Hartford in first. League play opens Tuesday at Whitesboro.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling @ New Hartford @ 4
Girls Varsity Bowling Home vs New Hartford @ 4
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey @ West Genesee @ 7:30
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls JV Basketball @ Proctor Tip Off Classic @ TBA
Girls Varsity Basketball @ Proctor Tip Off Classic @ TBA
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey vs New Hartford @ 6 @ Utica Aud
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls JV Basketball @ Proctor Tip Off Classic @ TBA
Girls Varsity Basketball @ Proctor Tip Off Classic @ TBA
Boys Varsity Ice Hockey vs Clinton/Whitesboro @ TBD @ Utica Aud
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys and Girls Varsity Bowling CNYCL Tournament @ Strike N Spare @ 3:30
Boys Freshman Basketball Home vs CNS @ 5
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2008
Boys Basketball Rosters Selected
The boys varsity basketball team will have 15 players on a somewhat large roster this season. They are coached by Nick Medicis. Seniors include Mark Capponi, Andy D'Amore, Ryan Cooke, Zach Sjoblom, Tom Williams, and Josh Kozlowski. Juniors are Tim Abone, Pablo Cruz, Max Ellis, David Hines, Domingo Pierce, Garrett Redding, Eric Williams, and Phil Wimberly. Freshman Anthony Rowlands rounds out the roster for RFA.
The JV basketball team will be coached by Rick Cooke. The team consists of 15 players also. Sophomores are Dylan Gratch, Dom Griggs, Jordan Henry, Larhan Mims, Isaiah Olivo, and Jason Simmons. The nine freshman include Zach Barrigar, Steven Eychner, Jon Griggs, Brandon Gullo, Justin Henry, Ryan Hughes, Rich Stapleton, Dylan Thomas, and Joel Wendt.
The Freshman team is led by their new coach, Coach Scoones. The boys team consists of 14 players, 9 freshman and 5 8th graders. Freshman include Lenny Benedetto, Desmond Clark, Marquise Ellis, Brandon Fernandez, Collin LaRoche, Mark Melioris, Ryan Metott, Lloyd Parkmond, and Thomas Torres. The 8th graders are Jeff Cooke, Spencer Kahler, Saleem Lewis, John Pich, and Marvin Sherman.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity & JV Basketball Tryouts Start Today @ 3pm
Girls Varsity & JV Basketball Tryouts Start Today @ 5pm
Varsity Hockey Tryouts Start Today @ 3pm
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2008
Mike Davis is Out as RFA Head Football Coach
Mike Davis has resigned as the head coach of RFA football after 8 seasons at the helm. In eight seasons he had compiled a record of 43-32 and has made the sectional playoffs each year. He also won three league titles with RFA.
He is resigning after a total of 35 years coaching football. A Rome Sports Hall of Famer, Davis coached 17 years as an assistant at Hamilton College, 7 years as head coach at RCH, and 8 with RFA. At RCH he put together a record of 43-16-2, winning two sectional titles.
Coach Davis was very emotional on Monday afternoon when he announced his retirement to his players during a team meeting. The game of football means a lot to him, but he would like to have more time to spend with his family. People don't realize how much time he puts into coaching varsity football.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2008
Varsity Football Season Comes to an End in Semis
The RFA Black Knights fell to the Black Knights of Henninger 28-0 on Saturday in a Sectional Semi-final game at Cicero North Syracuse high school. The loss to Henninger was the second in the last three weeks for RFA. Rome ended the year with a 6-3 record and graduates 21 seniors. Also, Head Coach Mike Davis announced his official retirement from football on Monday. He has been coaching football for 35 years, 8 with RFA.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys and Girls X-Country @ Jamesville Beach State Park @ 9am *Sectionals*
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Football vs Henninger @ CNS @ 4pm *Sectional Semi-Final*
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Gymnastics @ Valley Gymnastics @ 8:30am *Sectionals*
Girls Varsity Field Hockey vs Liverpool @ Homer @ 7 *Sectional Semi-Final*
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Winter Cheerleading Tryouts @ Stadium Support @ 3
Varsity Tennis Awards Handed Out
The girls tennis team handed out their annual awards last Tuesday, October 21st during their banquet. Best Doubles was awarded to seniors Monica Nouvongt and Renee Kennedy. Best Singles went to freshman Nicole Anken. Best Attitude was won by senior Ashley Pacicca and Most Improved by junior Kathryne Davis. Last but no least, junior Carrie Last was awarded the Coaches Award.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Winter Cheerleading Tryouts @ Stadium Support @ 3
RFA Field Hockey Waits Two More Days
The varsity field hockey team was supposed to be playing in the section three semi- finals tonight at Homer vs. Liverpool, but due to expected weather conditions the game has been postponed until Thursday evening. The game will still be held at Homer.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Winter Cheerleading Tryouts @ Stadium Support @ 3
RFA Football Wins Overtime Thriller at CBA
The varsity football team traveled to CBA on Friday night to kick off sectionals, not to be denied. The 5th seeded Black Knights defeated the 4th seeded Brothers 27-26 in OT in a quarterfinal classic.
Trailing 13-0 at half, RFA outscored CBA 20-7 in the second half to force OT and capitalized on a CBA missed extra point to win the game. Kyle Kimball scored to tie the game at 26-26 and Andy D'Amore kicked through the extra point for a dramatic victory.
Offensively, RFA was led by Kyle Kimball who rushed for 130 yards on 26 carries and a touchdown, and Mark Capponi who threw for 187 yards, 2 touchdowns, and ran for another. Josh Royce broke out for 8 catches for 106 yards and a touchdown and Marco Dominic also had a 9 yard touchdown catch to force OT.
Defensively, Kyle Jones led the way for the Black Knights with 12 tackles and a forced fumble, recovered by Dante Mezza. Also, Zach Ciccotti had 11 tackles and Dan Secor had 10. RFA will return to action on Saturday when they face Henninger at CNS in a 4pm Sectional Semi-Final start. The team will try to avenge a 2 point loss to Henninger which came on RFA's senior night.
Boys Varsity Soccer defeated in OT
The boys soccer team ended their season in sectionals with a tough home loss to visiting CBA 3-2 in OT. Mario Gomez and Nick Angelicola each had a goal, and Anthony Dejean and Frank Mellace had assists. Goalie Dominic Dimaggio had 11 saves in net. RFA finished their season with a record of 14-4-1 overall.
X-Country Sectional Meet to be at Jamesville Beach
By Jordon Hoffman
Next Friday, October 31, 2008 the RFA Boys Cross-Country team has a Sectional meet at Jamesville Beach. The boy's runners are Frank Mastraccio, Tyler Butters, Kegan Marchioni, Ryan Misurda, Connor Butters, Joe Mastraccio, Jordon Hoffman, Kegan Dewey, and Lance Russ.
The boys qualified to run at the Sectional meet by breaking 19 minutes, on a 5k (3 mile) course. The boys will be leaving after 1st period to the meet. Good Luck to the Boys Cross-Country team from us at Knight Times.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Gymnastics Home vs Marcellus @ 4 *Senior Night*
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs CBA @ 7 *Sectional Quarterfinals*
Boys Varsity Football @ CBA @ 7 *Sectional Quarterfinals*
Cross Country Runners Fare Well in League Meet
The RFA boys and girls cross country teams hosted the CNYCL League Meet at Staley Elementary School on Wednesday night. Both teams finished 2nd and 3rd overall respectively. For the boys Frank Mastraccio finished 5th, Tyler Butters was 11th, Kegan Marchione was 13th, and Ryan Misurda was 21st. As for the girls, Shelby Knapp came in 9th, Christy Sirni was 14th, Jessica Razy took 20th, and Kristie Richardson came in 26th.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Freshman Soccer Home vs CNS @ 4:30 (John Joy)
Boys Freshman Soccer @ CNS @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Swimming Home vs Skaneateles @ 5
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs F-M @ 6 *Sectional Quarterfinals*
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Central Square @ 6:30
Lady Knights Soccer Suffers Tough Loss
The RFA girls soccer team's sectional run came up short as they lost 2-1 to visiting Auburn last night at the stadium. Jackie Welch scored the lone goal, assisted by Molly Messenger and Erin Thomas. Emma Duchesneau had 10 saves in net. The loss ended the season for RFA with a record of 10-7-2.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Gymnastics @ Baldwinsville @ 5
Girls Varsity Swimming @ Baldwinsville @ 5
Girls JV Volleyball Home vs Fowler @ 5
Boys Varsity X-Country Home vs CNYCL League Meet @ 5 (Staley)
Girls Varsity X-Country Home vs CNYCL League Meet @ 5 (Staley)
Girls Varsity Volleyball Home vs Fowler @ 6
Girls Varsity Soccer Home vs Auburn @ 7 *Sectionals*
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Freshman Soccer Home vs F-M @ 4:30 (John Joy)
Girls JV Volleyball Home vs CNS @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball Home vs CNS @ 6
MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls JV Volleyball @ Proctor @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Proctor @ 6
Varsity Football falls to Henninger
The Black Knights of Rome were defeated by the Black Knights of Henninger on Friday night 30-28 at the stadium. Overcoming an 18-0 deficit to take a 28-24 lead, RFA couldn't overcome some costly turnovers and big plays by Henninger in the loss.
Offensively Rome was led by Kyle Kimball who rushed for 183 yards and 3 touchdowns on just 23 carries. Josh Royce also scored a touchdown for Rome on offensive as he recovered a fumble from 2 yards out. For Kimball, he ran past the 1,000 yard mark on the season. Mark Capponi was 10-17 passing on the night.
The loss drops RFA to 5-2 overall and 3-2 in league play. The Black Knights recieved the 3 seed for sectionals and will travel to take on CBA on Friday night in a 7pm start.
Varsity Field Hockey Wins Big
The varsity field hockey team won 7-0 vs. Cato- Meridian, saturday morning. Victoria Ceravolo and Alexis Zakala led the offense with two goals each. Kaysie Gregory, Kayla Smith, Erin Smith, and Delaney Hughes each chipped in one goal.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Football Home vs. Henniger @ 730 *Homecoming Game*
Janes Leads Boys Varsity Soccer to Win
On his senior night Neil Janes led the offense with two goals in the 3-1 win over visiting Nottingham. Chipping in the last goal was junior Nick Angelicola, and in net junior Dominic Dimaggio had five saves. Other seniors honored in last nights contest were, Raymond Seymour, Brien Burke, Mario Gomez, Dan Smith, Nick Tallerino, Jeff Streifert, Josh Sexton, and Chris Destito.
Overtime Win for Girls Varsity Soccer
In double overtime, junior Sarah Southwell scored the lone goal for the lady knights off a pass from sophomore Leigh Shoemaker, for the win. Emma Duchesneau had two saves in net.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys JV Football @ Henniger @ 10
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ Cato- Meridian @ 10
Girls JV Field Hockey @ Cato- Meridian @ 10
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls JV Soccer @ Nottingham @ 4
Girls Varsity Swimming Home vs Henninger @ 4:30
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Nottingham @ 4:30 (Base field)
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Nottingham @ 6
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Nottingham @ 7 *Senior Night*
Varsity Swimming beats Proctor
The girls varsity swimming squad deafeated visiting Proctor 99-78 on Tuesday. Taylor Pettinelli won the 200 meter individual medley and the 100 meter freestyle. Katie Dibert won the 200 freestyle as Stephanie Dibert also won the 100 butterfly. Other wins included Sam Brookins in the 1 meter diving competition and Danielle DeSalvio in the 100 backstroke.
Boys JV Soccer defeats Henninger
The Black Knights shutout Henninger 3-0 on the road Tuesday. Dakota Costello recorded a hat trick scoring all three goals. Brandon Bielby and Dominic Storms recorded assists and goalie Gavin Maloney had 4 saves for his 8th shutout of the season. The team improved to 8-5-4.
JV Lady Knights shutout Henninger
The RFA girls soccer team defeated Henninger 4-0 at home on Tuesday. Lindsay Nowicki, Courtney Wheeler, Halie Schoff, and Nicole Vanderjagt scored a goal each. Nowicki also had three assists and Megan O'Connell had two assists. The girls improved to 9-6-2 on the season.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Freshman Soccer Home vs East Syracuse Minoa @ 4 (John Joy)
Girls Varsity X-Counry @ F-M @ 4
Boys Varsity X-Country @ F-M @ 4
Girls JV Volleyball Home vs Liverpool @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball Home vs Liverpool @ 6
Girls Varsity Gymnastics @ Proctor @ 6
Angelicola leads the way for RFA Soccer
The boys varsity soccer team defeated host Henninger 2-0 last night. Nick Angelicola led the way, scoring both goals. Brian Burke added an assist and goalkeeper Danny Smith had 4 saves. The win improves the team to 13-3-1 overall.
Girls soccer takes the win on senior night
The girls varsity soccer squad trounced visiting Henninger by a 7-0 margin Tuesday night at the stadium.
Leading the team was junior Erin Thomas with 2 goals and 2 assists. Senior Jackie Welch, juniors Sarah Southwell and Danielle Pauba, and sophomores Tricia Metzger and Leigh Shoemaker each added one goal apiece. Senior goalie Emma Ducshesneau recorded 9 saves in net.
Honorary seniors included Emma Ducshesneau, Kaitlin Fahey, Maria Tomassi, and Jackie Welch.
Field Hockey ties F-M
Senior Ariana Smith scored the lone goal for the girls varsity field hockey squad in a tie with Fayetteville-Manlius 1-1 Tuesday night.
Freshman Kaysie Gregory assisted Smith for the goal and senior goalie Alex Towne recorded 4 saves. The teams record is now 8-5-2 overall.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Swimming Home vs Proctor @ 4
Boys JV Soccer @ Henninger @ 4:30
Girls JV Field Hockey @ F-M @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ F-M @ 4:30
Girls JV Soccer Home vs Henninger @ 5 (Base field)
Boys Varsity Soccer @ Henninger @ 6:30
Girls Varsity Soccer Home vs Henninger @ 7 *Senior Night*
Lady Knights soccer wins Dundon tournament
The RFA girls varsity soccer team won the Joe Dundon tournament with victories over Ilion 7-0 and Oneida 1-0. Against Ilion on Saturday night, Sarah Southwell led the way with 2 goals, followed by Leigh Shoemaker with a goal and 4 assists, and Erin Thomas and Maria Tomassi with a goal apiece. Erica Foley also recorded an assist. In net, Emma Duchesneau and Karina Swanson had 4 saves each.
In the championship game on Sunday night, Danielle Pauba scored the game winner for RFA, assisted by Jackie Welch. Goalkeeper Duchesneau recorded her 7th shutout of the season, recording seven saves. Southwell and Pauba were awarded player of the match for both games respectively, and Thomas was awarded the outstanding offense award
Lady Knights who made the all-tournament team were Hilary Baker, Southwell, Shoemaker, Thomas, and Welch. Also, Baker was awarded MVP of the tournament. The girls return to action tonight as they play host to Henninger @ 7 for Senior Night.
Seniors Honored, Varsity Field Hockey Ties
During their senior night the varsity field hockey team tied Baldwinsville 4-4 Friday night at the stadium. Kayla Smith led the offense with two goals and one assist. Kelsey Bird and Ariana Smith also chipped in one goal each, and Stacie Skidmore recorded three assists. In net Alex Towne had 12 saves.
The seniors honored that night were Kelsey Bird, Kelsey Lovett, Ashleigh Nelson, Carissa Thompson, Britleigh Hawkins, Alex Towne, Ariana Smith, Jessica Harvey, Erin Smith, and Victoria Ceravolo.
RFA Football records big win on the road
The Black Knights traveled to Corcoran on Friday Night and defeated the hosts 19-0. The defense came up big all night, shutting down the Cougars and forcing 4 key turnovers. Ryan Cooke and Dante Mezza had a forced fumble and a fumble recovery each, and Marco Dominic also recovered a fumble forced by Dan Secor. Cooke also recorded an interception.
Offensively RFA was led by Kyle Kimball, who rushed for 119 yards on 24 carries and scored 2 touchdowns. Dominic also scored on a 19 yard touchdown pass from Mark Capponi. On the other side of the ball, Secor led the way with 13 tackles and 1 1/2 sacks. Kyle Jones also chipped in with 9 tackles and Zach Ciccotti had 8.
The win improves the Black Knights to 5-1 on the season and 3-1 in league play, setting up a battle for the division crown on Friday night as they square off against 1st place Henninger. The game will also be the boys Senior Night and Homecoming game.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Freshman Soccer @ Baldwinsville @ 4:30
Boys Freshman Soccer Home vs Baldwinsville @ 4:45 (Franklyn Field)
Girls Varsity Swimming @ Oswego @ 5
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Oswego @ 5
Girls JV Field Hockey Home vs Baldwinsville @ 5:30
Boys Varsity Football @ Corcoran @ 6
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs Baldwinsville @ 7 *Senior Night*
Black Knights Soccer Squad Ties State-Ranked CNS
The boys varsity soccer team tied the #3 team in the state 0-0 last night in OT on the road at CNS. Dominic Dimaggio recorded yet another shutout in goal making a ridiculous 20 saves. The tie improves the team to 12-2-1 on the season.
Girls Varsity Soccer ties CNS
The Lady Knights tied visiting CNS 1-1 in OT last night at the stadium. Sarah Southwell scored the lone goal for RFA, assisted by Hilary Baker. Emma Duchesneau had 9 saves in net. The girls improved to 6-6-2 overall and 4-4-2 in league play.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Tennis Home vs VVS @ 3:30
Girls JV Soccer Home vs CNS @ 4:30 (Base field)
Boys JV Soccer @ CNS @ 5
Girls JV Volleyball @ West Genesee @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ West Genesee @ 6
Girls Varsity Soccer Home vs CNS @ 7
Boys Varsity Soccer @ CNS @ 7
A Shut- Out for Varsity Field Hockey
In a contest vs. Auburn, the varsity field hockey team came out on top with a 4-0 win. Goal scorers for the squad were Erin Smith, Alexis Zakala, Ariana Smith, and Stacie Skidmore. Delaney Hughes and Kaysie Gregory combined for two assists, and Alex Towne had five saves in the net to help improve the Knight's record to 8-6 overall. The squad is back in action Friday night, for senior night vs. Baldwinsville at seven at the stadium.
JV Soccer Squads Defeat Corcoran
The Boys JV squad won 1-0 against the visitors. Dakota Costello scored the game winner assisted by Sam Pomilio and keeper Gavin Maloney had 4 saves. The team improved to 7-3-4 overall.
The Lady Knights defeated Corcoran on the road 6-0. Lindsay Nowicki and Courtney Wheeler led the way with 2 goals apiece. Megan O'Connell and Mary Resnach also scored. Also, Nowicki, O'Connell and Natalie Streifert had an assist each. Rachel Noone had 6 saves in net.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Tennis Home vs Central Square @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Gymnastics Home vs Central Square @ 5
Boys Varsity X-Country @ Oswego @ 5
Girls Varsity X-Country @ Oswego @ 5
Girls JV Field Hockey Home vs Auburn @ 5:30 (HS field)
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs Auburn @ 5:30
Southwell and Thomas Lead Varsity Soccer to a Big Win.
Sarah Southwell and Erin Thomas each had two goals in Tuesday nights contest against Corcoran. Other team members chipping in goals were Leigh Shoemaker, Molly Messenger, Alyssa Torres, Brittany Bartlett, and Amanda Ingham. Emma Duchesneau had three saves and Karina Swanson had one. The girls are 6-6-1 overall.
Varsity Boys Soccer Improves to 12-2 Overall.
Richard Hojnacki, Anthony DeJean, Neil Janes, and Zach Joyce each had one goal to help the team improve to an outstanding record of 12-2. Dominic DiMaggio had five saves in the net for the Knights.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf @ F-M @ 3:30
Girls JV Soccer @ Corcoran @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Corcoran @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Henninger @ 4:30
Girls JV Volleyball @ Corcoran @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Gymnastics @ Jamesville-Dewitt @ 5
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Corcoran @ 5 (Base field)
Girls Varsity Swimming @ New Hartford @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Corcoran @ 5:30
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Corcoran @ 7
Varsity Soccer Wins on the Road
The Black Knights earned a 2-1 victory last night at Central Square. Anthony Dejean led the way scoring both goals. Nick Angelicola chipped in with an assist. Goalie Dominic Dimaggio had 6 saves in net. The win improves the boys to 11-2 on the season and 6-1 in league play.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf @ Oswego @ 3:30
Girls JV Volleyball @ Henninger @ 4:30
Boys Freshman Soccer Home vs CNS @ 4:30 (Franklyn Field)
Girls Freshman Soccer @ CNS @ 4:30
Boys JV Soccer @ Central Square @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Henninger @ 6
Boys Varsity Soccer @ Central Square @ 7
Varsity Football loses for the first time
The Black Knights lost a tough one on the road in Baldwinsville 27-24 on Friday night. After squandering a 14-0 lead, RFA took the final blow, leading 24-21, when Baldwinsville scored to take the lead for good with 4 minutes left in the game. Two costly fumbles changed the outcome of the game.
Kyle Kimball led the way again, rushing for 169 yards on 20 carries and scoring a touchdown. Mark Capponi also rushed for two touchdowns for Rome and Andy D'Amore had a 33 yard field goal to round out the scoring for the Black Knights.
Defensively Dante Mezza and Zach Ciccotti led the way with 13 tackles and 12 tackles and 2 sacks respectively. Corey White also had 7 tackles and a sack. The loss sets the team at 4-1 overall and 2-1 in league play on the season. RFA returns to action on Friday night when they travel to Corcoran for a 6pm start.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Freshman Soccer Home vs F-M @ 4 (Franklyn Field)
JV Field Hockey Home vs Greene @ 4
Girls Freshman Soccer @ F-M @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Gymnastics @ Oswego @ 5
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs Greene @ 5:30
Boys Varsity Football @ Baldwinsville @ 6:30
Knight Time Classic
Tonight the JV field hockey team kicks off the Knight Time Classic with a game at four vs. Greene at the stadium. The varsity squad also plays Greene tonight at seven at the stadium. Saturdays games are still to be announced based on the results of tonight.
Destito leads way for RFA Soccer
Chris Destito scored 2 goals last night to give the Black Knights a 2-0 win over host West Genesee. Neil Janes and Anthony Dejean had an assist each. Dominic Dimaggio had 11 saves in recording the shutout. The win ups RFA's record to 10-2 overall.
Girls Varsity Soccer defeats West Genny
The Lady Knights defeated visiting West Genesee 1-0 last night at the stadium on fan appreciation night. Erin Thomas scored the lone goal, assisted by Kaitlin Fahey. Emma Duchesneau was strong in net recording 14 saves. With the win the girls stand at 5-6-1 overall and 3-4-1 in league play.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity X-Country @ Schenectady @ 9
Boys JV Football Home vs Baldwinsville @ 10
Girls JV Volleyball Home vs CNS @ 2
Girls Varsity Volleyball Home vs CNS @ 4
Girls JV Field Hockey Home vs TBA @ TBA
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs TBA @ TBA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls JV Soccer Home vs West Genesee @ 5
Boys JV Soccer @ West Genesee @ 5
Girls JV Volleyball Home vs Nottingham @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball Home vs Nottingham @ 6
Girls Varsity Soccer Home vs West Genesee @ 7
Boys Varsity Soccer @ West Genesee @ 7
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf @ Proctor @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Oswego @ 5
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs. CNS @ 5:30
Girls JV Field Hockey Home vs. CNS @ 5:30 (HS grass field)
Boys Soccer Keeps on Rolling
The boys Varsity soccer team defeated Auburn 3-1 at the stadium last night. Senior Captain Neil Janes led the scoring putting in 2 goals. Junior Anthony Dejean also had a goal. Juniors Jake Quatrinni, Frank Mellace, and goalie Dominic Dimaggio each had an assist.
Dimaggio had 4 saves in net for RFA. The win improves the Black Knights to 9-2 on the season. They return to action on Thursday when they visit West Genesee.
Auburn shuts out JV football
By Ed Zakrzewski
The RFA JV football team was shut out at home on Saturday 8-0 against visiting Auburn. The Black Knight's offense was no where to be found Saturday except for the additions of running back Richard Stapleton and receiver Brandon Bertrand.
Stapleton had 130 yards total, 121 rushing and 9 yards receiving. Bertrand chipped in with 51 yards receiving. Quarterback Kyle Hash also threw for 120 yards, but had a key interception on the Black Knight's last drive. Intended for receiver Tim Saccento, Hash's throw was picked off with a minute and thirty seconds left in the game.
Defensively for RFA, Charlie Zonniville led the way with five tackles and a fumble recovery. Also, Matt Vodka had three tackles and a fumble recovery, and line backer Jason Simmons had four tackles.
RFA hopes to break there two game losing streak when they host Baldwinsville on October 4th at the stadium. Kickoff time is scheduled for 10:00am.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf @ Oswego @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Oneida @ 3:30
Boys Freshman Soccer Home vs West Genesee @ 4 (Franklyn Field)
Girls JV Volleyball Home vs Institute of Technology @ 4:30
Girls JV Soccer @ Auburn @ 5
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Auburn @ 5
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Auburn @ 5
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Auburn @ 7
Varsity Field Hockey Pulls Out a Goal in Overtime
Junior Kayla Smith scores the only goal with an assist from senior Carissa Thompson in overtime for the 1-0 win over Auburn. In net senior Alex Towne had three saves. The Lady Knights are back in action Wednesday, October 1st, hosting CNS.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf Home vs Corcoran @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Baldwinsville @ 4:30
Girls JV Field Hockey @ Auburn @ 5
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ Auburn @ 5
RFA Football starts off road trip with shutout
The Black Knights kicked off their road trip on Friday night with a 20-0 shutout in Auburn. The game was the first of three straight road games for RFA. Kyle Kimball put in the big plays, rushing for 214 yards on 27 carries and scoring 3 touchdowns.
Also offensively, Mark Capponi was 7-11 passing for 67 yards. However, it was the defense that controlled the game all night long. The defense surrendered only 165 yards and sacked the quarterback 6 times. Corey White led with 11 tackles and 2 1/2 sacks and Zach Ciccotti, Jordan Gualteri, and Garrett Redding also had sacks.
Dante Mezza chipped in with 9 tackles also and Zack Hemphill had 6. The win improves the Black Knights to 4-0 overall and 2-0 in league play. RFA plays next on Friday night when they travel to Baldwinsville for a 6:30pm start.
Boys Varsity Soccer Improves to 8-2
Neil Janes and Chris Destito led the offense with two goals each to help the 6-3 win over Carthage. Anthony DeJean and Frank Mellace also put in a goal apiece. Danny Smith recorded seven saves in the net for the knights.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Girls Varsity Swimming Home vs Liverpool @ 5
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ Liverpool @ 7
Boys Varsity Football @ Auburn @ 7
Lady Knights beat F-M
The Varsity Girls soccer team defeated visiting Fayetteville - Manlius 3-2 last night. Goals were scored by Jackie Welch, Erin Thomas, and Danielle Pauba. Thomas also had an assist, as did Sarah Southwell and Hannah Charney. Emma Duchesneau had a solid game in net recording 14 saves. The win improves the girls to 4-4-1 overall and 2-2-1 in league play. They return to action Saturday when they travel to Liverpool.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity X-Country @ Proctor @ 9
Girls Varsity X-Country @ Proctor @ 9
Boys JV Football Home vs Auburn @ 10
Girls JV Volleyball @ F-M @ 10:30
Girls JV Soccer @ Liverpool @ 11
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Liverpool @ 11
Boys Varsity Soccer @ Carthage @ 11
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ F-M @ 11:30
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2008
Tonight's Sports Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf @ Central Square @ 3:30
Girls JV Field hockey @ Liverpool @ 4:30
Girls Freshmen Soccer @ East Syracuse Minoa @ 4:30
Girls JV Soccer Home vs. Fayetteville - Manlius (Base Gym Field) @ 5
Boys JV Soccer @ Fayettville - Manlius @ 5:15
Girls Varsity Soccer home vs. Fayettville - Manlius @ 5:30 (turf field)
Boys Varsity Soccer @ Fayettville - Manlius @ 6:30
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity X-Country @ Corcoran @ 4
Girls Varsity X-Country @ Corcoran @ 4
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Corcoran @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Gymnastics Home vs Liverpool @ 5 (stadium support)
Girls JV Volleyball @ Baldwinsville @ 5
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Baldwinsville @ 6
Varsity Field Hockey Shuts Out Port Byron
Sophomore Stacie Skidmore lead the offense with two goals to help improve the record to 5-3 overall. Other goal scorers were, Kelsey Bird, Delaney Hughes, Ariana Smith and Alexis Zakala. In the net Alex Towne had two saves and Danielle Famolaro had five saves.
Girls Tennis loses to Proctor 4-3
Junior Dona Occhipinti won third singles by forfeit, Sophomore Judy Benjamin and junior Kathryne Davis won third doubles in three sets. Junior Alex McMay and Senior Katey Portner won fourth doubles. Overall the squad is 2-10
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Tennis Home vs Proctor @ 4
Boys Freshman Soccer @ Baldwinsville @ 4:30
Girls JV Field Hockey Home vs Port Byron @ 5:30 (HS field)
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs Port Byron @ 7
JV girls soccer downs Central Square
The squad improved to 6-1 with a 1-0 win over Central Square. Kelsey Witzigman scored the first and only goal with an assist from Mia Hernandez. Goalie Hannah Wasco recorded a shut out off of four shots.
JV Boys Soccer Tie with Rival Proctor
Jake Gulla scored the only goal for the boys JV soccer team on saturday at the stadium. Gavin Maloney recorded five saves for the Knights.
Girls Tennis Lose to Auburn
The Rfa girls tennis team lost 6-1 to host Auburn. Earning the lone win for the girls was senior Erin Hall, winning in three sets. The team is now 2-8 this season.
Boys Varsity Soccer Improves to 7-1
Mario Gomez scored 2 goals to lead the way for RFA last night in a 4-0 home victory over Central Square. Anthony Dejean and Neil Janes also had a goal apiece, and Janes and Nick Angelicola each had an assist.
Dominic DiMaggio recorded another shutout in goal with 3 saves. The win improves the Black Knights to 7-1 overall on the season, one of the best starts for the boys in recent history.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Auburn @ 5
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Central Square @ 5 (Base Field)
Girls Freshman Soccer Home vs Baldwinsville @ 5 (John Joy)
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Central Square @ 7
Turnovers kill JV Black Knights
RFA's JV football team traveled to Central Square on Thursday and came back empty handed losing 42-16.
Central Square scored 42 points with a total of 366 yards of offense. The Black Knights committed six turnovers on five interceptions and a fumble. Of the 167 total yards of offense, sophomore Tim Saccento had 94 yards receiving and sophomore Brandon Bertrand had 20 yards receiving. The Knights are led by quarterback Kyle Hash.
On defense, linebacker Dakota Davis had four and a half tackles and a fumble recovery for a touchdown. Bertrand also had 3 tackles. The Black Knights hope to recover on Saturday when they host Auburn.
RFA Football stays undefeated
The Black Knights defeated Central Square 42-14 on Friday night at the stadium. The win improves the team to 3-0 on the season and 1-0 in league play.
Ryan Cooke turned in the big play on defense, returning a Zach Ciccotti forced fumble 61 yards for a touchdown. Ciccotti also led the way with 13 tackles and Corey White had 2 sacks.
Offensively Kyle Kimball had another strong game rushing for 114 yards on 21 carries, and scoring 3 touchdowns. Cooke also caught a 13 yard touchdown pass, from Mark Capponi, who finished the night 6 for 9 through the air for 80 yards and a TD. Newcomer Zach Hemphill, nicknamed Redhawk, also scored on a 5 yard run against his former team.
RFA returns to action Friday night on the road against Auburn.
Boys Varsity Soccer beats Proctor again
The Boys soccer team recorded its second vicotry of the season against Proctor 2-1 Saturday at the stadium. Anthony Dejean and Chris Destito scored goals and Nick Angelicola had an assist.
Goalie Dominic Dimaggio had 3 saves in net for RFA, who improves to 6-1 overall on the season.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf @ Liverpool @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Tennis Home vs Nottingham @ 4
Boys Varsity Football Home vs Central Square @ 7:30
Boys soccer defeated for first time vs the Bees
The RFA boys soccer team suffered a home loss 5-1 last night. Neil Janes scored the lone goal. The loss puts the team at 5-1 on the season. They play next in a home contest Saturday vs Proctor.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
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Boys and Girls Varsity X-Country @ New Hartford @ 9am
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Proctor @ 10am
Girls Freshman Soccer Home vs CNS @ 10am (John E. Joy)
Boys Freshman Soccer @ CNS @ 10am
Girls Varsity Swimming Home vs Adirondack/South Lewis @ 10am
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ Watertown @ 11am
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Proctor @ 12pm
Girls JV Soccer @ Central Square @ 1pm
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Central Square @ 1pm
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Baldwinsville @ 4:30 (Base Field)
Girls JV Soccer @ Baldwinsville @ 5
Girls Varsity Field Hockey Home vs F-M @ 5:30
Girls JV Field Hockey Home vs F-M @ 5:30 (Grass Field @ HS)
Girls Varsity Soccer @ Baldwinsville @ 6
JV Football @ Central Square @ 6
Girls Varsity Swimming Home vs F-M @ 6:30
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Baldwinsville @ 7
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf Home vs CNS @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Tennis @ Proctor @ 4
Boys Varsity and JV X-Country Home vs Auburn at 5
Girls Varsity and JV X-Country Home vs Auburn at 5
Janes wins it for Black Knights in OT
Neil Janes knocked in the game winning goal in double overtime for RFA on the road against host Oswego. The goal was assisted by Mario Gomez and Dominic Dimaggio recorded another shutout with 7 saves in net.
The win improved the boys to 5-0 on the season and 2-0 in league play.
There next game will be Thursday as they host Baldwinsville at 7pm.
Varsity Girls Soccer Ties Oswego
The Lady Knights tied in double overtime vs. visiting Oswego. Emma Duchesneau had 9 saves in net. The team's record improved to 3-2-1 overall and 1-0-1 in league play.
Varsity Field Hockey Falls to Baldwinsville
Sophomore Alexis Zakala scored the loan goal for the Lady Knights, who fell to 2-3 overall with a 2-1 loss in overtime. Next the team hosts hosts F.M. on Thursday the 17th.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Field Hockey @ Baldwinsville @ 4:30
Boys JV Soccer @ Oswego @ 5
Boys Varsity Soccer @ Oswego @ 5
Girls JV Soccer Home vs Oswego @ 5 (Base Field)
Girls Varsity Swimming @ West Genesee @ 5
Girls Varsity Soccer Home vs Oswego @ 5:30
Girls JV Volleyball @ Central Square @ 5:30
Girls JV Field Hockey @ Baldwinsville @ 6
Girls Varsity Volleyball @ Central Square @ 7
RFA Football beats rival Proctor 21-18 in the rain
Kyle Kimball led the Black Knights to a big road victory to cap off non-league play. Kimball had three touchdowns, running in two and throwing another to Marco Dominic on a halfback toss pass. Kimball finished the day with 130 yards on the ground.
Mark Capponi chipped in by going 7 of 10 passing for 66 yards and Zach Hemphill rushed for 38 yards. The defense was led by Zach Ciccotti with 9 tackles and a sack, and Corey White with 2 sacks.
The win improves the boys to 2-0 on the season. They play next on Friday, September 19th at home vs Central Square for a 7:30pm start.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Golf; home vs. Henninger @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Tennis; away @ Oswego @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Swimming; away @ Auburn @ 5:00
Girls JV Volleyball; away @ Fowler @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Volleyball; away @ Fowler @ 6:00
Boys Varsity Football; away @ Proctor @ 7:00
Saturday's Schedule
Boys and Girls Cross Country; away @ Chittenango @ 9:00
Boys JV Soccer; home vs. New Hartford @ 10:00
Girls V and JV Soccer; home vs. Nottingham @ 12:00
Gomez scores lone goal to lead Rome
Senior Mario Gomez scored off of a penalty kick to lead the boys varsity squad to a 1-0 victory over Liverpool. Junior goalie Dominic DiMaggio recorded five saves in the net.
The boys upped their record to 4-0 and they will be back in action on Tuesday, September 16, when they travel to Oswego for a 5:00 game.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys JV Football Home vs Proctor @ 4:30
Boys JV Soccer Home vs Liverpool @ 5 (Base Field)
Boys Varsity Soccer Home vs Liverpool @ 7
Varsity and JV field hockey falls to powerhouse CNS
The varsity field hockey teams lost to CNS. The squad lost 2-0. Goalie Alex Towne had seven saves The next game is Tuesday the 16 at Baldwinsville.
Boys JV Soccer Still Unbeaten
Ryan Fanelli scored Rome's loan goal off a rebound shot by Kyle Williams in RFA's 1-1 tie agianst visiting Proctor.
Gavin Maloney made 6 saves in goal. The tie improves the Black Knights to 2-0-1 on the season.
JV Girls Soccer Team Strikes Proctor
Mia Hernandez and Natlie Streifert scored 2 goals apiece in a 7-1 victory for Rome. Halie Schoff and Megan O'Connell also chipped in a goal apiece.
Hannah Wasco also had a save in net for the Lady Knights. The win improves the girls to 3-1 on the season.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Tennis; away @ West Genesee @ 4:30
Boys and Girls Varsity X-Country Home vs Central Square @4:30
Girls Varsity Swimming; home vs Nottingham @ 5:00
Junior Varsity Field Hockey; away @ C-NS @ 5:30
Varsity Field Hockey; away @ C-NS @ 7:00
Boys Varsity Soccer team remains undefeated
Led by junior Mike Endres' game winning penalty kick in OT, the boys varsity soccer squad remained undefeated by beating host Proctor with a score of 2-1.
Sophomore Joey Nowicki added a goal, assisted by Nick Angelicola, and Dominic Dimaggio had a strong game in net with 14 saves for the Black Knights.
Baker leads girls soccer team in shut-out
Junior Hilary Baker led the girls varsity soccer team's offense with five goals and one assist in an 11-0 shut-out over visiting Proctor.
Senior Jackie Welch and Sarah Southwell each added two goals, and juniors Molly Messenger and Shelli Jensen rounded out the 11 goals with one each. Those who recorded assists included Molly Messenger, Kaitlin Fahey, Jessica Lomazzo, Alyssa Torres, Leigh Shoemaker and Erin Thomas.
Emma Duchesneu and Karina Swanson each had four saves in the net for the Lady Black Knights.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Football; home vs. Whitesboro @ 7:30
MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no events scheduled for tonight.
Carter leads Rome at New York Sate Meet
Senior Shawn Carter led the contingent of Rome athletes competing in the New York State Meet with a fifth place finish in the triple jump. Carter jumped a phenomenal 46 feet 5 and a half inches.
Also finishing strong was sophomore Anthony DeJean who finished seventh in the long jump event and junior Justin Torres who recorded an eighth place finish in the shot-put event.
On the girls side, the 4x100 relay team of seniors Kaleigh McKinney and Chanelle McWilliams and sophomores Hilary Baker and Jessica Razy placed eighth overall. Sophomore Kelly Benfey also went to the meet for the pole vault event. She did not make the opening height and could no longer continue on in the competition.
MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no events scheduled for tonight.
FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no events scheduled for tonight.
Track stars headed to States
Seniors Chanelle McWilliams and Kaleigh McKinney teamed up with sophomores Jessica Razy and Hilary Baker in the 4x100 meter relay event and broke the school record in qualifying for the state meet. Sophomore Kelly Benfey also qualified for states in the pole vault event.
They will compete in the New York State Meet held in Buffalo next Friday and Saturday.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Baseball; Section 3 Finals (more information is unavailable)
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Auburn @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Softball; Section 3 Semi-finals vs. Liverpool @ 7:30
TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no events scheduled for tonight.
THURSDAY, MAY 29, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; quarterfinals @ C-NS @ 4:00
Girls Varsity Track; sectional meet @ home @ 4:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; home vs. Proctor @ 4:00
Boys Varsity Baseball; sectional game @ home @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Softball; sectional game @ home @ 4:30
Track athletes successful at sectionals
Members of the boys varsity track and field squad were able to compete in the Section III meet held at C-NS yesterday.
Leading the pack was the 4x100 meter relay team of seniors Shawn Carter and Santino Emmanuele, junior Eric Bowles and sophomore Anthony DeJean who took second place in the event, falling to Henninger by just twenty-eight hundreths of a second. Carter also took second place in the triple jump and third place in the 200 meter dash and Emmanuele finished in third place in the 110 meter high hurdles. Dejean also recorded a second place finish in the long jump.
The relay team of seniors Nick Misurda and Andrew Roderick, junior Lance Russ, and sophomore Frank Mastraccio placed third in the 4x400 meter relay and Russ and Mastraccio also teamed up with senior Todd Butters and junior Ryan Misurda to take third place in the 4x800 meter relay.
Junior Justin Torres led the weight-throwers with a second place finish in the shot-put. Also, senior Sean Bereza placed ninth and junior Roger Trigo placed eleventh in the shot-put. Great job, boys!
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Golf; sectional match @ Green Lakes @ 8:15
Boys Varsity Track; sectional meet @ Cicero-North Syracuse @ 4:00
Black Knights rank second in league
The boys varsity baseball team are ranked second seed in the CNYCL league for the Class AA division.
The team's went 10-2 in the leauge and their overall record is 15-7. The team will begin the sectional playoffs when they face either Watertown or Proctor at home this Thursday with a 4:30 start at Delutis Field.
THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Freshman Lacrosse; away @ 4:30 @ Liverpool
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ 4:30 @ Liverpool
Girls Varsity Track; League Meet @ home @ 4:30
Boys Varsity Track; League Meet away @ C-NS @ 4:30
Girls lacrosse drops in last game
The girls varsity lacrosse squad lost a close game to visiting Oswego by a 12-7 margin.
Despite the setback, sophomore Erin Thomas led the team with five goals and junior Abby DePaul chipped in with two goals. Senior goalie Sam Vetrone recorded 11 saves in the net and eight-grade goalie Danielle Famolaro tallied two goals for the Lady Black Knights.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Junior Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Oswego @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Oswego @ 7:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. OSwego @ 7:00
Senior Night for girls lacrosse
Tonight the girls varsity lacrosse squad will face Oswego at home for their senior night. The senior night ceramony begins at 6:30 and the game begins at 7:00 at the stadium.
Seniors being honored include Melissa Cignarale, Arielle Sanzone, Laura Schilling, Lisa Schilling, and Sam Vetrone. Good luck, girls!
TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; home vs. Oswego @ 3:30
Boys Freshman Lacrosse; home vs. Cicero-North Syracuse @ 4:30
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Oswego @ 5:00
Boys lacrosse falls to Whitesboro
The boys varsity lacrosse squad was defeated by visiting Whitesboro last night at the stadium by a 9-6 margin.
Junior Marco Dominic led the team with three goals and one assist and junior Corey White recorded three goals for the Black Knights. Junior Ray Lanzi tallied 12 saves in the net.
This game was also the team's senior night. Seniors honored include Jason Calandra, Josh Costello, Bryan Endres, Kyle Giczkowski, Mark Kullmann, Matt Linderman,Steve Mack, John Pettinelli, Aaron Premo, Ryan Shenk, Mike Ungeitis, and Ronnie Weis.
Baseball still going strong
The boys varsity baseball squad crushed Proctor 8-1 last night at Murnane Field. The Knights have clinched a share of CNYCL National division title and if Liverpool loses one of their two remaining games, Coach Davis' team will win the league title outright.
In last night's game, senior Kyle Richardson pitched a six-hitter and struck out ten to hold back Proctor and junior Mark Capponi led the offense with two hits and two RBIs Black Knights. The team finished the season with a 15-7 overall record and 10-2 in the league.
The Knights will find out Sunday night who they will meet in Sectionals.
MONDAY, MAY 19, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; away @ Proctor @ 3:30
Boys JV Baseball; away @ Proctor @ 4:30
Boys Varsity Baseball; away @ Proctor @ 5:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; home vs. Whitesboro @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Whitesboro @ 7:30
FRIDAY, MAY 16, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Nottingham @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Golf; home vs. Liverpool @ 4:00
Boys Varsity Tennis; away @ Liverpool @ 4:30
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 4:30
Girls JV and V Softball; away @ Henninger @ 5:00
Softball Scores a win on Senior Night
The girls varsity softball squad shut-out visiting Central Square by a 2-0 margin.
Leading the team offensively were seniors Julie VanMeter and Brenna Ricci and junior Lyndsey Brognano who recorded one hit a-piece. Senior pitcher Courtney Creedon struck out ten and only allowed four hits over the course of the game.
This game was also the team's Senior Night. Seniors that were honored include Lindsay Barone, Courtney Creedon, Alison Peal, Danielle Phillips, Brenna Ricci, Janet Rolf, Julie VanMeter, and Sarah Westfall.
Girls track runs to victory
The girls varsity track and field team recorded an 82-50 victory against host Henninger.
Individually leading the Lady Black Knights was senior Chanelle McWilliams with a first place finish in the 400-meter long hurdles, 100-meter high hurdles, and the triple jump. Other first place finishers include sophomore Kelly Benfey in the long jump and the high jump, sophomore Christy Sirni in the 800-meter run, and sophomore Shelby Knapp in the 1500 and the 3000.
Boys defeat Henninger
The boys varsity track team also dominated Henninger by an 89-50 margin.
Individual winners include sophomore Frank Mastraccio in the 1600 and pole vault event, senior Santino Emmanuele in the 110 high hurdles, senior Nick Misurda in the 400 meter run, and senior Aaron Mott in the 800-meter run.
Other winners include senior Todd Butters in the 3200, sophomore Anthony DeJean in the long jump, junior Billy Parker in the high jump, senior Shawn Carter in the triple jump, and senior Josiah Claypool in the discus event.
Boys dominate Indian River in lacrosse
The boys varsity lacrosse team defeated Indian River by a 13-9 margin.
Leading the team were seniors Ryan Shenk and John Pettinelli and junior Marco Dominic with three goals each.
Also scoring for Rome was junior Corey White and seniors Mike Ungeitis, Bryan Endres, and Matt Linderman. Junior goalie Ray Lanzi recorded 11 saves in the net.
The boys are back in action tonight when they face Nottingham at the stadium at 3:30.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; away vs. Auburn @ Nottingham @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Track and Field; away @ Henninger @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Softball; home vs. Central Square @ 5:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Indian River @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Liverpool @ 7:00
Girls lacrosse falls to Corcoran
The girls varsity lacrosse squad fell to host Corcoran 18-8 last night.
Despite the setback, sophomore Erica Foley led the team with three goals and one assist and sophomore Erin Thomas also helped out with three goals.
Junior Abby DePaul also chipped in with two goals for the Lady Black Knights.
The girls are back in action tonight when they face Liverpool at the stadium with a 7:00 start.
Boys edged by Corcoran
The boys varsity lacrosse team dropped a close game to visiting Corcoran in over time by a 11-10 margin.
Regardless of the loss, senior Ryan Shenk led the offense with three goals. Junior Marco Dominic helped out with one goal and five assists and junior Corey White tallied one goal and two assists for the Black Knights.
Junior goalie Ray Lanzi recorded 11 saves in the net.
Boys baseball downed by Oswego
The boys varsity baseball squad dropped a 10-4 contest to Oswego last night.
Leading the Black Knights was senior Kyle Richardson with two hits and and RBI and senior Ryan Harris with a homerun.
The boys dropped their record to 8-2 on the season.
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Baseball; home vs. Oswego @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Tennis; home vs. West Genesee @ 5:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; home vs. Corcoran @ 5:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Baldwinsville @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Corcoran @ 6:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Corcoran @ 7:00
Baker guides Rome past Corcoran
Senior Garrett Baker hit a grand slam and was a double shy of a cycle to lead the Black Knights to a 10-1 win against Corcoran. Baker also struck out 11 and walked one from the mound.
Seniors Kyle Richardson and Rocco DeBlasiis also recorded two hits and two RBIs a-piece. Junior Mark Capponi also helped out with two hits and one RBI.
The team upped it's record to 8-1 on the season.
FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls JV and V Softball; home vs. Fayetteville-Manlius @ 4:30
Boys Varsity Tennis; home vs. Henninger @ 4:30
Boys V and JV Baseball; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. West Genesee @ 5:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; away @ West Genesee @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; away @ West Genesee @ 5:30
Boys baseball falls to Oswego
The boys junior varsity baseball squad was edged by host Oswego by a 6-5 margin.
Leading the team offensively were sophomores Nick Brement, Jon Sandberg and Jeremy Seaton with one RBI a-piece. Sophomore pitcher Paul Colangelo tallied four stikeouts for the Black Knights.
h4>THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Track; home vs. Liverpool @ 4:30
Boys Varsity Tennis; home vs. Nottingham @ 4:30
Boys JV and V Baseball; away @ Baldwinsville @ 4:30
WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; away @ C-NS @ 3:30
Boys Varsity Tennis; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 4:00
Boys Varsity Track and Field; home vs. Liverpool @ 4:30
Boys Varsity Baseball; home vs. Oswego @ 5:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; home vs. C-NS @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. C-NS @ 7:00
Softball rolls past Oswego
The girls varsity softball team defeated host Oswego by a 5-1 margin.
Leading the team was senior Danielle Phillips with three hits and three RBIs and junior Sarah Eggan chipped in with three hits.
The squad upped its record to 12-4 on the season.
Lacrosse girls fall to C-NS
The girls varsity lacrosse squad dropped a 19-4 game to host Cicero-North Syracuse.
Sophomore Erin Thomas led the team with 3 goals and sophomore Kayla Smith had one goal off an assist from Thomas. Senior goalie Sam Vetrone recorded and outstanding 28 saves in the net.
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Freshman Lacrosse; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 4:30
Girls V and JV Softball; away @ Oswego @ 5:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Central Square @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse @ 6:00
Rome softball and baseball sweep Proctor
Senior Garrett Baker led the boys varsity baseball squad to a 6-3 win with a season-high 12 strikeouts from the mound. Baker also drove in three runs and senior Kyle Richardson scored three runs and recorded two hits for the 5-1 Black Knights.
In varsity softball action, the girls edged Proctor 2-1. The Lady Knights secured their win off of a double play made by senior catcher Danielle Phillips and junior shortstop Lyndsey Brognano. Brognano also recored one hit and one RBI for the team. Senior pitcher Courtney Creedon tallied six strikeouts from the mound.
MONDAY, MAY 5, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Tennis; home vs. Proctor @ 4:00
Girls JV and V Softball; away @ Proctor @ 4:30
Boys JV and V Baseball; home vs. Proctor @ 5:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; home vs. Clinton @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Clinton @ 7:00
Razy leads the track girls
Sophomore Jessica Razy individually won the 100 and 200 meter runs and was the anchor in the winning 4 by 100 meter relay to lead the Lady Knights to a second place win overall in their home invitational this past Saturday.
Other first place finishers include senior Hannah Hoffman in the 3000 meter run, senior Chanelle McWilliams in the pentathalon, and the 4 by 100 meter relay team of Razy, and sophomore Hilary Baker and freshmen Taylor Moore and Judy Benjamin.
Baldwinsville bashes Rome at Lacrosse
The boys varsity lacrosse squad dropped to host Baldwinsville by an 11-5 margin. Leading the 3-9 Black Knights was junior Marco Dominic with three goals and seniors Ryan Shenk and Jason Calandra with one goal a-piece.
Junior Neil Janes chipped in with two assists and junior goalie Ray Lanzi recorded 15 saves in the net. The boys are back in action tonight when they face Clinton at home with a 7:00 start.
In girls lacrosse action, the Lady Knights also fell to Baldwinsville by a 22-3 margin. Despite the setback, junior Vic Ceravolo and sophomores Erin Thomas and Erica Foley each scored one goal a-piece to lead the team.
Boys edged by Central Square
The boys varsity tennis squad lost a close match to visiting Central Square by a 4-3 margin.
Senior Dylan Lazovik and junior Amit Goel each won their singles match and seniors Dan Franz and Jake Ruzanski teamed up to win their first doubles match. The boys fell to 1-7 on the season.
FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys JV lacrosse; away @ Baldwinsville @ 4:30
Boys V and JV Baseball; away @ Baldwinsville @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Baldwinsville @ 6:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Baldwinsville @ 7:00
Fans in the Stands Night
The girls varsity lacrosse squad is hosting its second annual Fans in the Stands Night tonight.
The Lady Knights will face the Baldwinsville Bees with a 7:00 start at the stadium. Admission is free. Come support the girls lacrosse team!
THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Track; home vs. Cicero-North Syracuse @ 4:30
Girls V and JV Softball; home vs.Baldwinsville @ 5:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; home vs. Auburn @ 5:00
Girls softball shuts-out Auburn
The girls varsity softball squad defeated Proctor by a 6-0 margin last night. Leading the team was junior Lyndsey Brognano with a double, triple, and four RBIs. The Lady Knights upped its record to 9-3.
Baseball falls to Auburn
The boys varsity baseball squad suffered a 12-4 loss to Auburn. Senior pitcher Garrett Baker only allowed six hits and struck out 4 from the mound.
The boys are back in action this Friday when they face Baldwinsville on the road.
The boys varsity lacrosse squad was upset by visiting Fayetteville-Manlius by a 20-4 margin.
Despite the loss, junior Marco Dominic led the offense for Rome with 2 goals and 1 assist. Seniors Bryan Endres and Jason Calandra also scored one goal a-piece. Junior goalie Ray Lanzi recorded 6 saves in the net.
C-NS runs past Rome
The boys varsity track and field squad was crushed by host Cicero-North Syracuse with a score of 84-57.
Despite the setback, many athletes took first place in their event.
First place finishers include senior Shawn Carter in the 100 meter run and triple jump, senior Santino Emmanuele in the 400 meter run and the long jump, and sophomore Anthony DeJean in the 200 meter run. Other event winners include junior Justin Torres in the shot-put and senior Josiah Claypool in the discus event.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; home vs. West Genesee @ 3:30
Boys Varsity Track; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse @ 4:30
Boys Freshman Lacrosse; home vs. Liverpool @ 4:30
Boys JV and V Baseball; home vs. Auburn @ 5:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; home vs. East Syracuse Minoa @ 5:00
Girls JV and V Softball; away @ Auburn @ 5:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; home vs. Fayetteville-Manlius @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Tennis; away @ Oswego @ 5:00
Girls lacrosse downed
The girls varsity lacrosse squad was trounced by host Fayettville-Manlius by a 22-2 margin.
Scoring the only two goals for the team were sophomores Erin Thomas and Kayla Smith. Both goals were unassisted.
The girls will be back in action this Friday for their second annual Fans in the Stands night. They are playing at the stadium against Baldwinsville with a 7:00 start.
TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys V and JV baseball; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 7:00
Boys drop to Henninger
The boys varsity lacrosse squad fell to host Henninger 10-8 last night.
Senior Bryan Endres led the offense with three goals and junior Marco Dominic and Corey White added two goals a-piece. Junior goalie Ray Lanzi recorded 12 saves in the net.
MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; away @ Oswego @ 3:30
Boys JV Lacrosse; away @ Henninger @ 4:00
Boys Varsity Tennis; home vs. Nottingham @ 4:30
Boys JV Baseball; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse @ 4:30
Boys Freshman Lacrosse; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Henninger @ 5:30
Boys Varsity Baseball; away @ Cicero-North Syracuse
Black Knights hand Liverpool first loss
The boys varsity baseball squad edged undefeated Liverpool, ranked fourth in the state, 4-3.
Leading the offense were seniors Kyle Richardson and Rocco DeBlasiis, and junior Mark Capponi with two hits a-piece. Senior Ryan Harris also added two RBIs.
Senior Garrett Baker recorded six strikeouts and no walks from the mound.
Boys track comes out on top
The boys varsity track team placed first at the Cook-Destefano Relays this past weekend with a total of 123 points.
Individual wins include senior Todd Butters, juniors Lance Russ and Ryan Misurda and sophomore Frank Mastraccio in the 3200 meter run, senior Santino Emmanuele in the 110 meter hurdles, and seniors Santino Emmanuele, Nick Misurda, Tyreik Carter, and Shawn Carter in the 800 meter relay.
Field event winners include senior Shawn Carter in the long jump, junior Robert Trigo in the shot-put, and junior Justin Torres in the discus event.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; home vs. Proctor @ 3:30
Girls Varsity Track and Field; home vs. Proctor @ 4:00
Boys V and JV Baseball; away @ West Genesee @ 5:00
Girls V and JV Softball; home vs. West Genesee @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Proctor @ 7:00
Boys track trounces Proctor
The varsity boys track and field squad dominated host Proctor 106.33-33.6, winning 15 out of 17 total events.
Sophomore Anthony DeJean shined by taking first place in 100-meter dash, 1600-meter relay, the 200-meter run, and the long jump. Senior Santino Emmanuele also excelled in the 110-meter hurdles, the 400-meter run, and the high jump.
Other first place finishers include sophomore Frank Mastraccio for the 1600-meter run, junior Billy Parker in the 400-meter hurdles, junior Ryan Misurda in the 800-meter run, and senior Shawn Carter in the triple jump.
Also, junior Justin Torres in the shot put event, senior Josiah Claypoool in the discuss, and Mastraccio also finished first in the pole vault evet.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Golf; home vs. Fayetteville-Manlius @ 3:30
Boys Varsity Track; away @ Proctor @ 4:00
Boys Freshman Baseball; away @ Proctor @ 4:00
Boys JV Lacrosse; away @ Watertown @ 5:00
Girls lacrosse begins a winning streak
The girls varsity lacrosse squad is on a two game winning streak after beating Central Square 15-10 over break, and defeated visiting New Hartford last night at the stadium.
Leading the team in the 14-3 win were junior Abby DePaul with four goals and three assists and sophomore Erin Thomas with four goals and one assist. Sophomore Erica Foley tallied three goals and one assist and senior Melissa Cignarale had one goal and one assist.
Eighth-grade goalie Danielle Famolaro recorded 5 saves in the net.
Boys baseball shut-out Nottingham
The boys varsity baseball squad shut-out Nottingham with a 9-0 margin. Senior Kyle Richardson struck out 10 and pitched a three-hitter from the mound.
The boys will be back in action on Wednesday when they travel to West Genesee for a 4:00 game.
Nottingham can't handle girls softball
The girls varsity softball squad defeated Nottingham in a 15-0 shut-out. Leading the way for the Lady Knights was senior Julie VanMeter with two triples and 4 RBIs. Senior pitcher Courtney Creedon also helped out with 11 strikeouts on the mound.
MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Baseball; away @ Nottingham @ 4:30
Girls V and JV Softball; home vs. Nottingham @ 5:00
Boys Varsity Tennis; away @ Baldwinsville @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. New Hartford @ 6:00
Girls Softball Wins off a no-hitter
Senior pitcher Courtney Creedon led the girls varsity softball squad to an 8-1 victory over Baldwinsville with a no-hitter.
Senior Julie VanMeter recorded three hits and senior Danielle Phillips added two hits and one RBI for the 3-3 Lady Knights. Brenna Ricci also added two RBIs.
The Lady Knights will be back in action tonight at Kost Field with a 5:00 start against visiting Nottingham.
Girls Excel on the track
The girls varsity track and field squad defeated visiting Baldwinsville last Thursday at the Stadium.
Leading the team was senior Chanelle McWilliams with a first place finish in the 800 meter race, the 400 meter race, and the triple jump event. Senior Kaleigh McKinney was also victorious in the 100 meter and 200 meter race and sophomore Kelly Benfey placed first in the pole vault and the long jump.
Great job, ladies!
THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Freshman Baseball; home scrimmage vs. Oswego at 5:00
Softball Victorious
The girls varsity softball squad triumphed over a 6-2 victory against visiting Fayetteville-Manlius. Leading the team on offense was junior Lyndsey Brognano with 2 hits and 3 RBIs. Freshman Allyson Eggan also helped out with 2 RBIs.
Baseball falls short
The boys varsity baseball team lost to host Fayetteville-Manlius by a 6-2 margin. Scoring the two runs for Rome were juniors Andy D'Amore and Zach Ciccotti of a hit from senior Kal Campbell.
The boys fell to 1-3 on the season.
Girls lacrosse can't handle Henninger
The girls varsity lacrosse squad got crushed by host Henninger by a 18-4 margin. Leading the way for the Lady Knights was sophomore Erin Thomas with 3 goals.
Sophomore Erica Foley recorded one goal and junior Abby DePaul tallied one assist for the team. Senior goalie Sam Vetrone had 8 saves in the net and eighth-grade goalie Danielle Famolaro had 9 saves.
Boys tennis clenches win in season opener
The boys varsity tennis team took home its first win over opponent Henninger in a 4-3 victory. Scoring wins for the team were singles players junior Amit Goel and senior Dylan Lazovik and the doubles teams of seniors Jake Ruzanski and Dan Franz and also junior Peter Monahan and freshman Alex Felice.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls JV and V Softball; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 4:30
Boys Varsity Tennis; away @ Henninger @ 4:30
Boys V and JV Baseball; home vs. Fayetteville-Manlius @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; away @ Henninger @ 5:00
Boys Baseball Dominates
The boys varsity baseball squad crushed visiting Holland Patent 6-1 last night at Delutis Field. Junior relief pitcher Mark Capponi struck out eight from the mound and senior Ryan Harris had a two run triple to lead the Black Knights.
The boys will be back in action tonight when they face visiting Fayetteville-Manlius at Delutis Field at 5:00
TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys JV and V Baseball; home vs. Holland Patent @ 4:00
Boys Track; home scrimmage vs. Clinton @ 4:00
Boys Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Hamilton @ 6:30
Girls softball triumph
In girls varsity softball action, senior pitcher Courtney Creedon led the Lady Knights to a 1-0 victory over rival Liverpool with 16 strikeouts and no walks.
Scoring the only run for Rome was junior Lyndsey Brognano. Brognano and senior Danielle Phillips were the only two players to get a hit.
In junior varsity action, the girls edged Liverpool 13-12.
Baseball falls
The boys varsity baseball squad endured a 4-1 loss to host Liverpool. Senior Kyle Richardson led the way by recording eight strikeouts and 2 of Rome's three hits. The boys fell to 0-2 on the season.
Lacrosse Girls Lose
The girls varsity lacrosse squad fell to visiting Cocoran by a 16-6 margin. Despite the setback, sophomore Erin Thomas led the offense with three goals and one assist.
Also helping out the 1-3 Lady Knights was junior Abby DePaul with two goals and sophomore Kayla Smith with one goal and one assist. Senior goalie Sam Vetrone and eigth-grade goalie Danielle Famolaro recorded 12 saves total in the net.
MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys V and JV Baseball; away @ Liverpool @ 5:00
Girls V and JV Softball; home vs. Liverpool @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Cocoran @ 6:00
Girls softball team defeated by rival Proctor
The girls varsity softball squad opened their season with a 3-1 loss to visiting Proctor. Despite the setback, senior Janet Rolf led the offense with three RBIs and senior Brenna Ricci and junior Lyndsey Brognano had one hit each.
In junior varsity action, the girls defeated visiting Proctor by a 5-2 margin. Leading the way was freshman Nicole Kieffer with a double and two runs. Sophomore Kelly Miller recorded two RBIs and freshman Rachel McNamara had one RBI to lead the Lady Knights.
The girls will be back in action on Monday, April 7, at Kost Field with a 5:00 start.
Girls lacrosse team loses to Watertown
The Girls varsity lacrosse squad was defeated by visiting Watertown 17-9. Sophomore Erin Thomas led the way with four goals and two assists and sophomore Kayla Smith added two goals and one assist.
The girls fell to 1-3 on the season and they will be back in action tonight, at the stadium, with a 6:00 start.
THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Track; home scrimmage vs. Holland Patent @ 3:30
Girls JV and V Softball; home vs. Proctor @ 4:00
Boys JV and V Baseball; away @ Proctor @ 4:30
Girls Lacrosse Triumph
The girls varsity lacrosse team had their first victory of the season over IHC with a final score of 7-6. Leading the way for the Lady Knights was sophomore Erin Thomas with 3 goals.
Sophomore Kayla Smith helped out with one goal and one assist and junior Victoria Ceravolo, sophomore Erica Foley, and freshman Kelsey Cacciatori had one goal a-piece. Junior Abby DePaul also tallied one assist for the team. Senior goalkeeper Sam Vetrone recorded 12 saves in the net.
The girls will be back in action on Friday night at the stadium against Watertown with a 5:00 start.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Softball; home vs. Proctor @ 4:00
Boys JV Baseball; away @ Proctor @ 4:00
Boys Varsity Baseball; away @ Proctor @ 4:30
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. IHC @ 5:00
TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
MONDAY, MARCH 31, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls JV Softball; away scrimmage vs. Whitesboro @ 3:30
Boys JV Lacrosse; home scrimmage vs. East-Syracuse Minoa @ 4:30
FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Lacrosse; home vs. Watertown @ 7:00
THURSDAY, MARCH 27, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys varsity lacrosse; home scrimmmage vs. Auburn @ 5:30
Girls lacrosse defeated
In its home opener against Fulton, the girls varsity lacrosse team suffered a 10-8 loss last night at RFA stadium.
Despite the setback, sophomore Erin Thomas led the team with 3 goals. Also scoring were sophomores Erica Foley and Kayla Smith with 2 points a-piece and freshman Kelsey Cacciatori with 1 goal. Senior goalie Sam Vetrone recorded 21 saves in the net.
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls varsity lacrosse; home scrimmage vs. Cazenovia @ 5:00
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Girls lacrosse players needed
Have you ever wanted to play lacrosse? Now is your chance to try.
The girls lacrosse program needs members in order to form a varsity and junior varsity squad this year. No experience is required. For more information, please see Coach Harjung.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Track stars excel at State Meet
Sophomore Kelly Benfey led the way for the Rome girls with a fourth place finish in the pole vault at the state meet over the weekend. Benfey recorded a height of 10 feet six inches in the vault.
The 4x200 meter relay team of seniors Chanelle McWilliams and Kaleigh McKinney, and sophomores Hilary Baker and Jessica Razy, finished in seventh place overall with a time of 1:47. McKinney also had a 14th place showing in the 300 meter dash. Junior Nicole Wasco finished 18th in the shot put event.
In boys track action, seniors Shawn Carter and Santino Emmanuele went for the triple jump and the 55-meter hurdles. Carter finished in eleventh place with a jump of 44 feet and 1.75 inches and Emmanuele finished 22nd in the hurdle event with a finish time of 8.17 seconds.
Great job, team!
FRIDAY, MARCH 7, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Track girls head to states
Members of the girls indoor track team are bound for the New York State Meet this Saturday.
The 800 meter relay team of seniors Kaleigh McKinney and Chanelle McWilliams, and sophomores Hilary Baker and Jessica Razy, are going as well as sophomore Kelly Benfey for the pole vault event. Junior Nicole Wasco will be going for the shot put and McKinney will also be going for the 300 meter race.
This select team will also be going to a national championship on March 14-16 in New York City.
THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls freshman basketball; away @ Jamesville Dewitt @ 4:30
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Boys track team in need
The boys indoor track team has members who have qualified for the State meet and are seeking money to help fund the trip. Because the meet is not sanctioned by NYSPHSAA, our School District is unable to help with the funding. The cost of traveling, hotels, food and entry fees are the main concerns for these athletes.
Athletes who have qualified include senior Josiah Claypool in the weight throw, and the relay team of seniors Shawn Carter and Santino Emmanuele, and sophomores Anthony DeJean and Kyle Kimball have qualified for the 4x200 meter relay. Carter also qualified for the triple jump event.
Any donations made to this cause would be greatly appreciated. Please send all donations to Coach Billie Mays at Rome Free Academy High School: 95 Dart Circle, Rome NY 13441. Please make all checks out to coach Billie Mays, as well.
Another way to help out is by bringing any returnable cans/bottles to the D-N-B Return Center at 302 East Dominick Street in Rome. Be sure to tell them to put it on the RFA Boys Track Account.
Everything done to help this cause will be greatly appreciated.
TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Spoor ranks 12th at State Meet
Senior gymnast Kaelei Spoor finished in twelfth place overall with a total score of 36.225. The meet was held over the weekend at Carmel High School. Great job, Kaelei!
Bowlers succesful in state meet
Senior Joe Grago led the way to a fifth place team finish at the state meet held over the weekend. Grago tallied a high of 236 and a total pinfall of 1,338 over the course of six games to lead the Black Knights.
Sophomore Travis Holmes also recorded a high of 247 to lead him to a nineteenth place finish individually. Senior Glenn Seeley also helped the team out with his high of 210 and a 34th place finish overall.
Others who participated included seniors Robert Folsom and Andrew Jones, and sophomores Sean Bird, Ben Salisbury, and Seth Abel.
On the girls side, senior Jessica Kinney finished 24th individually at the girls state bowling meet over the weekend.
MONDAY, MARCH 3, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; home vs. Fayetteville-Manlius @ 4:30
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; home vs. CNS @ 4:30
Brement heads to State Meet
Due to his success in the Section 3 meet, sophomore Nick Brement has qualified for his first state meet.
He placed third overall in the sectional contest with a score of 401.5, nearly five points over the state meet requirement. The state meet is to be held tonight and tomorrow at the Nassau Count Aquatic Center in Nassau.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Boys advance to state meet
Congratulations to seniors Shawn Carter and Santino Emmanuele for qualifying for the State Meet for indoor track. Carter will be going for the triple jump and Emmanuele will be going for the 55-meter hurdles.
Boys bowlers qualify for states
Members of the boys varsity bowling squad have also qualified for their state meet.
Members include seniors Glen Sealey, Andrew Jones, Joe Grago, Robert Folsom, and sophomores Travis Holmes, Sean Bird, Seth Abel, and Ben Salisbury. Great job boys!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; away vs. Central Square @ 4:30
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
There are no games tonight.
Barrett named a hockey all-star
Congratulations to senior hockey player, Mike Barrett, who has been named a Section 3 Division 2 East all-star on the defensive end.
Other members of the hockey squad also were honored. Senior goalie Rich Metzger, senior Mark Bartlett, and junior Marco Dominic were all named to the second team. Senior Bryan Endres, junior Dustin Frankey, sophomore Matt DeMatteo, and freshman T.J. Reilley all recieved honorable mentions.
Wrestlers successful at section meet
Members of the varsity wrestling squad were able to participate in the Section 3 championship held last Friday night at C-NS.
Leading the way for the Black Knights was junior Ryan Misurda who went 3-1 in the 125 pound weight class to finish third in his division. Misurda finished his season with a personal record of 38-8, setting a new school record of wins in a season.
Other wrestlers that placed include juniors Brent Valentine and Stefano Iodice who each took sixth place in their respective weight classes.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Varsity Wrestling;home vs. Ilion @ 5:00
Champions on the Girls Track Team
Sophomore Kelly Benfey was crowned the Section III pole vault champion at the the sectional meet held at the Manley Field House last Monday night. Benfey had a vault of 10 feet and 6 inches, while she also added a second place showing in the triple jump.
Senior Kaleigh McKinney also was the champion of the 300 meter dash. McKinney finished with a 42.10 seconds to win the event. McKinney also had a fourth place showing in the 55 meter dash.
The team as a unit placed fourth with a total of 58 points.
Also placing for the team was junior Nicole Wasco with a second place finish in the shot put and sophomore Jessica Razy had a second place showing in the 300 meter dash and a fifth place showing in the 55 meter dash. The 4 by 200 meter really team composed of freshman Judy Benjamin, sophomore Hilary Baker, junior Dana LaBouef and senior Chanelle McWilliams finished in fourth place. McWilliams also finished fourth in the 55 meter hurdles.
The team will be back in action Monday February 18, when the travel to the Manley Field House to compete in the OHSL/CNYCL league championships.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; away @ Institute of Technology @ 4:30
Girls JV Basketball; home vs. Liverpool @ 5:00
Girls Varsity Basketball; home vs. Liverpool @ 7:00
V and JV Wrestling; away @ Oswego @ 6:00
Boys Varsity Basketball; away @ CBA @ 7:00
Kinney earns second trip to state bowling meet
Senior bowler Jessica Kinney qualified for the girls state bowling meet after her sixth place finish in the Seciton 3 tournament. This is the second time Kinney has qualified for the meet; the first time being her freshman year.
The meet will be held at White Plain Lanes on March 1-2.
Hockey suffer loss to Whitesboro
The varsity hockey squad suffered a 6-2 setback to visiting Whitesboro last Friday night. The team fell to 13-9-2 on the season.
Despite this loss, the team's record was still good enough for them to qualify for the sectional play-offs. The squad will take on host Corcoran Friday night with a 7:00 start.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling; away @ V.V.S. @ 4:00
Girls Freshman Basketball; home vs. Baldwinsville @ 5:00
Girls Junior Varsity Basketball; away @ C-NS @ 4:45
Girls Varsity Basketball; away @ C-NS @ 6:30
Boys Junior Varsity Basketball; home vs. C-NS @ 5:30
Boys Varsity Basketball; home vs. C-NS @ 7:00
Varsity Hockey; home vs. Whitesboro @ 7:00
Hockey victorious
The varsity hockey squad defeated visiting Hamilton by a 4-1 margin. Freshman T.J. Reilley led the way with one goal and 2 assists.
Also scoring for the team was senior Bryan Endres with one goal, junior Dustin Frankey with one goal and one assist, and freshman Max Bartell with one goal and one assist. Senior goalie Rich Metzger recorded 16 saves between the pipes. The squad upped their record to 13-8-2 on the season.
The team's next game is tonight at Kennedy Arena against rival Whitesboro with a 7:00 start.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; away at East Syracuse-Minoa @ 4:30
Varsity Ice Hockey; home vs Hamilton @ 7:15
Boys suffer loss on the road
The boys varsity basketball squad suffered a 65-52 loss to host Baldwinsville.
Senior Garrett Baker led the way with 19 points and senior Ronnie Weis and junior Tom Williams added seven points a-piece. The squad fell to 3-16 on the season.
Boys fall to B-ville
The boys junior varsity basketball squad fell to host Baldwinsville 62-54. Despite the setback, sophomore Max Ellis led the way with 29 points.
Junior Andy D≠amore added 10 points and sophomore Brian Townsend snagged nine rebounds.
The boys will be back in action on Friday night against visiting C-NS with a 5:30 JV tipoff.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls JV Basketball; home vs. Liverpool @ 5:30
Girls Varsity Basketball; home vs. Liverpool @ 7:30
JV Wrestling; away @ Oswego @ 6:00
Varsity Wrestling; away @ Oswego @ 7:00
Varsity Hockey; away @ Hamilton @ 7:30
Girls edge B-ville
The girls varsity basketball squad edged visiting Baldwinsville by a 45-41 margin in double overtime. Leading the way was junior Heather Fish with 20 points, three steals, and three assists.
Senior Paige Amidon added 8 points and junior Lyndsey Brognano chipped in with 7 points for the team. The girls upped their record to 9-9 on the season.
Girls Dominate Baldwinsville
In girls junior varsity action, the squad defeated visiting Baldwinsville by a 59-22 margin. Leading the way to the victory was freshman Leigh Shoemaker with eleven points closely followed by eighth-grader Kaysie Gregory with 10 points.
Sophomores Sasha Watts and Ashley Millner also helped out with eight and six points, respectively. Millner also tallied 12 rebounds for the 16-1 Lady Knights.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys V Swimming; away @ Oswego @ 5:00
Boys JV Basketball; away @ Baldwinsville @ 5:00
Boys V Basketball; away @ Baldwinsville @ 7:00
Girls Freshman Basketball; away @ Oswego @ 5:30
Girls JV Basketball; home vs. Baldwinsville @ 5:30
Girls V Basketball; home vs. Baldwinsville @ 7:00
Boys Bowling roll past Proctor
The boys varsity bowling squad defeated visiting Proctor by a 7-4 margin. Sophomore Travis Holmes led the way with a high of 241 and a 626 series. Senior Joe Grago also had a high series of 659.
The boys upped their record to 12-7 on the season.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Bowling; home vs Proctor @ 3:30
Boys Bowling; home vs Proctor @ 3:30
Girls Basketball Suffers
The girls varsity basketball squad was defeated by visiting Francis Lewis by a 53-44 margin.
Despite the setback, junior Lyndsey Brognano led the way with 17 points followed by Heather Fish with 13 points. The team fell to 8-9 on the season.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Bowling; home vs. Holland Patent @ 3:30
Boys Varsity Swimming; away vs. Fayetteville Manlius @5:00
Girls Freshman Basketball; home vs. Jamesville-Dewitt @ 5:30
Varsity Ice Hockey; home vs. New Hartford @ 7:00
Girls Basketball Suffers on Senior Night
Last night, January 30, was the varsity girls basketball squad's senior night. Seniors honored included Paige Amidon and Brenna Ricci.
However, the team suffered a 47-28 loss to visiting Oswego. Leading the way was Amidon with 8 points and Ricci with 6 points. The girls fell to 8-8 on the season.
Big win for JV Girls
The girls junior varsity basketball squad edged undefeated Oswego last night in overtime by a 48-44 margin. The girls made an amazing comeback, starting with only one point in the first quarter to a 44-44 tie at the end of the game.
In overtime, freshman Allyson Eggan made 3 foul shots to take the lead and freshman Alexis Zakala sealed in the win by making another foul shot after that. The girls upped their record to 15-1 on the season.
Girls bowling take setback
The girls varsity bowling squad got shut-out by Proctor 7-0. Scoring for Rome was senior Jessica Kinney with a 238 game and a 662 series. The squad fell to 7-10 on the season.
Boys bowling defeated
Boys varsity bowling squad suffered a close match to Proctor with score of 4-3. The team was led by senior Glenn Seeley with a score of 225, followed by senior Joe Grago with a score of 223 and a 608 series.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 30, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Varsity Basketball; home vs. Oswego @ 7:30
Girls Junior Varsity Basketball; home vs. Oswego @ 5:00
TUESDAY, JANUARY 29, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; home vs. Proctor @ 4:30
Girls Jv Basketball; away vs. Watertown @ 5:30
Girls Varisty Basketball; away vs. Watertown @ 7:00
Varsity Hockey; away vs. Westmorland @ 7:30
Girls Bowling shut out
Though senior Jessica Kinney led the Lady Knights with a score of 202 and a 573 series, it was not enough to stop powerhouse East Syracuse-Minoa.
The Lady Knights lost by a 7-0 margin and fell to 5-3 in the league.
MONDAY, JANUARY 28, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls Freshman Basketball; away @ Fayetteville-Manlius @ 5:00
Girls and Boys Varsity Bowling; home v East Syracuse Minoa @ 5:00
Boys Swimming; @ Cicero North Syracuse @ 6:00
Black Knights Fall in Overtime
The varsity hockey squad suffered to rival Clinton by a slim 3-2 margin in overtime.
Scoring the two goals for the team were seniors Mark Bartlett and Bryan Endres. Bartlett and junior Marco Dominic each added an assist. The team fell to 7-3 in the league.
Girls Basketball Still Strong
The girls junior varsity basketball squad is doing extremely well this season. They are on a ten game winning streak and their record is 13-1 so far.
The only game the girls lost was an away game against West Genesee. The girls avenged their only loss upon playing West Genesee a second time at home. Keep up the good work girls!
FRIDAY, JANUARY 18, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys Varsity Bowling; away v Holland Patent @ 3:30
Boys & Girls Indoor Track; away @ Colgate University @ 4:30
Girls Junior Varsity; away v Proctor @ 5:30
Girls Freshman Basketball; home v West Genesee @ 5:30
Girls Varsity Basketball; away v Proctor @ 7:00
Varsity Ice Hockey; away v Ogdensburg Free Academy @ 7:00
Boys & Girls Bowling rolls past FM
The boys & girls varsity bowling team both defeated Fayeteville-Manlius by a 5-2 margin.
Leading the way for the boys team was senior Robert Folsom with a high game of 258 and a high series of 713 and sophomore Travis Holmes with a high series of 646.
In girls bowling action, senior Jessica Kinney paced the Lady Black Knights with a high game of 193 and a high series of 464.
The boys upped their record to 8-5 overall and will be back in action tonight, while the girls improved their record to 4-2.
THURSDAY, JANUARY 17, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Girls & Boys Varsity Bowling; away v FM @ 3:30
Boys Varsity Swimming; away v Liverpool @ 5:30
Central Square pins Knights
The varsity wrestling team suffered a stinging 51-10 setback to guest Liverpool.
Earning wins for the team in the respected weight classes were juniors Ryan Misurda and Stefano Iodice.
The Black Knights will be back in action Tuesday when they take on guest Liverpool with a 5:00 junior varsity start and a 7:00 varsity start.
JV boy earns fifth win
The boys junior varsity basketball team edged guest Fayetteville-Manlius 55-48.
Sophomore Max Ellis paced the way for the Black Knights with 20 points, while sophomore Tim Abone added 11 points and seven assists. Junior Andy D'Amore also tallied 11 points in the victory.
The Black Knights upped their record to 5-10 overall.
JV girls basketball earns win
The girls junior varsity basketball team defeated host Fayetteville-Manlius by a 52-42 margin.
Leading scorers for the Black Knights included freshman Allyson Eggan with 12 points and seven steals, freshman Leigh Shoemaker added 11 points, sophomore Jensen Metott with 10 points, freshman Katie Mott with 6 points, and sophomore Sasha Watts with 5 points.
The Lady Black Knights improved to 11-1 on the season.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2008
Tonight's Sport Schedule
Boys & Girls Varsity Bowling; away v FM @ 3:30
Junior Varsity Wrestling; home v Central Square @ 5:30
Varsity Wrestling; home v Central Square @ 7:00
Triumph victory for hockey
The varsity hockey team downed guest Proctor last night at the arena by a 15-2 margin. It was also an historic night for the Black Knights while both eighth graders scored their first varsity goals and also that senior Ashley Armstrong was the first girl to assist in scoring and have many shots on goal.
Junior Dustin Frankey paced the way for the victory with a hat trick and an assist. While freshman T.J. Reilley and seniors Jason Calandra and Ryan Harriseach had two goals. Scoring one goal apiece for the Black Knights were seniors Mark Bartlett,and Bryan Endres. Also scoring one goal apiece was junior Marco Dominic, and sophomores Matt DeMatteo, and eighth graders Garrett Reilley and Robby Waller.
Freshman goal tender Derek Pfeiffer had 12 saves for the team between the pipes.
With this win, the Black Knights improved their record to 8-6-1 overall and will be back in action Friday |
