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Latimer says executive order protects union By JAMES PERO Staff Writer
Residential mail theft hot across Westchester County Residents in Westchester have reported a rash of mail theft, according to the county district attorney, who is urging residents to keep a more watchful eye. In some instances, a notice from the Board of Legislators states, mail is stolen directly from mailboxes by using keys or other fishing techniques, while other reports have included an entire mailbox being taken with the mail, which sometimes contains sensitive items like personal checks. If checks are stolen, thieves can also “wash” a check—removing the ink used to fill in the amount—and empty victims’ bank accounts by forging their own information. Residents have increasingly reported stolen mail in particulars areas in New Rochelle, Bronxville, Purchase, Mount Vernon,
Tarrytown and elsewhere across the county, said Board of Legislators Chairman Ben Boykin, a White Plains Democrat. In the city of Yonkers alone, according to city officials in June, $660,000 was stolen by mail thieves since January of this year from 85 different victims, according to city officials. Members of Congress, in a letter sent back in May, urged U.S. Post Master General Megan Brennan to bolster the amount of mail inspectors assigned to combat fraud in the area. “Mail theft threatens the livelihood of our constituents and impacts our most vulnerable populations,” the letter states. “These thefts occur, daily, rapidly and significantly, decreasing the reliability of the [U.S] Postal Service.” According to the letter from
Mail theft has hit Westchester hard and now county officials are asking for more support from the U.S. Postal Service.
Congress, there are three fulltime mail inspectors—the primary enforcement arm of the U.S. Postal Service—that cover the Bronx in New York City and Westchester and Rockland coun-
ties in the Hudson Valley. “We need [Congress]to intervene immediately with the U.S. Postal Service and have them initiate a comprehensive program to aggressively address this problem,” said Scarpino in a statement. “Our constituents deserve better.” While the county awaits intervention from the federal level, Scarpino said that residents in Westchester and elsewhere can avoid having their mail stolen by changing some practices. Specifically, a notice recommends avoiding sending checks in the mail—opting instead for online payments—reporting mail that has not arrived at its intended destination, using gel pens that are less easily “washed” by scammers, and more adamantly checking bank and credit card statements. -Reporting by James Pero
Westchester County Executive George Latimer has signed an executive order seeking to prevent what he characterizes as union busting tactics after a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision rendered in late June. The order, which was signed on July 20, will look to deter the dissemination of personal information—in particular union membership—that Latimer, a Democrat, says could be used by outside agencies to convince or pressure unionized workers to leave their collective bargaining. The rule will forbid county employees from sharing information about union membership with outside agencies. “What this executive order does is it diminishes the opportunity for people from outside of Westchester County to manipulate the system, to try and destabilize unions because they have their own ideology,” said Latimer said in a statement. “We know we’ll have our disagreements, but we will work through them, and we will handle them without any outside interference.” The executive order comes a little more than a month after a widely recognized Supreme Court ruling, Janus v. AFSCME, in which a 5-4 decision ruled that government workers represented by a union that choose not join may withhold their union dues. Conservative proponents of the decision say that “fair-share” rules that forced non-members to contribute union dues to collectives that they weren’t members of was an infringement on the workers’ free speech. The union
dues, they say, were used to fund organizations that lobby governments and ultimately affect government spending. Opponents, however, have criticized the decision as a political move to undermine public sector unions who represent non-union members in collective bargaining agreements— agreements that are reached with governments and employers to strengthen conditions for workers. A decision by Latimer to sign the executive order shadows a move by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, a Democrat, who enacted a similar measure on the state level directly following the Supreme Court ruling. Cuomo’s order affects employees throughout the state level, prohibiting them from sharing information with agencies that may be looking to poach nonunion members. “The Supreme Court’s devastating Janus decision was advanced by billionaires and extreme conservatives who want to destroy the labor movement, and now those same forces are shamelessly trying to intimidate public employees into leaving unions,” Cuomo said in a statement. Meanwhile, the county has been unable to reach a new contract with its largest union, the Civil Service Employees Association, CSEA, since 2010 and is still in the process of negotiating a new contract. Bleak projections on the county’s financial outlook have been concerning due to outstanding contractual pay raises and benefits. CONTACT: james@hometwn.com
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Fordham Univ. launches program for au pairs
Fordham University’s Harrison campus will be home to a new program for au pairs. Westchester County is home to hundreds of au pairs.
Westchester is the home of hundreds of au pairs from around the world. Internationally-born, these individuals are typically between 18 and 26 years of age and are authorized by the U.S. Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs to care for American children in exchange for a small stipend and free room and board. As part of their J-1 visa, au pairs are required to complete the equivalent of six credit hours (72 hours class time) at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. Fordham University’s School of Professional and Continuing Studies recently launched a program for au pairs. The new suite of courses allows participants to earn up to 40 hours of class time at the institution’s Westchester campus in West Harrison. Classes are offered as one- or two-day weekend intensives or as evening classes. Additionally, the school
offers a deeply discounted rate to au pairs from recognized agencies. “The post-secondary credit requirement can be problematic for many au pairs due to the cost of instruction,” said Dr. Anthony Davidson, dean of the school’s Professional and Continuing Studies. “We are pleased to expand our offerings to benefit these hardworking individuals so that they may continue to gain knowledge and expertise in a field which serves our county well. Our first class, Abnormal Psychology in Society, which was held on June 23 and 24, drew students from South America, Europe and Eurasia.” Upcoming September classes, which feature topics like consumer behavior, social media and digital marketing, include: Introduction to Social Media Marketing: This course is de-
signed to provide an introduction to the operational mechanics and key marketing and communication strategies associated with Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+ and Pinterest. In addition, participants will learn how to leverage social media to enhance their online reputation and expand their career opportunities. Purchasing Power: Understanding Consumer Behavior: Understand how consumers behave in the pre-purchase, during-purchase and post-purchase phases. In this interactive class, students will gain insights into the types of topics that companies explore and analyze when developing a marketing strategy and tactical marketing plans for target markets. For more information about the Au Pair Program, including registration details, visit fordham. edu/aupair. (Submitted)
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Community news TYA Baseball spring registration Registration for the spring 2018 Tuckahoe Youth Association, TYA, recreation baseball season is now open. The program will offer baseball for the divisions/age groups listed below for children living in or attending schools in the Eastchester, Tuckahoe and Bronxville: - Tee Ball (boys and girls ages 4 and 5), fee: $135 - Rookies Baseball Division (boys and girls ages 6 and 7), fee: $175 - Youth Baseball Division (boys and girls age 8), fee: $175 - Minors Baseball Division (boys and girls ages 9 and 10), fee: $175 - Majors Baseball Division (boys and girls ages 11 and 12), fee: $175 The season will be from mid-April until late June. All divisions are based on the children’s ages as of May 1, 2018 (playing age). Games will be played at Labriola Field, Haindl Field, the Immaculate Conception School Field, Chester Heights Field
Student employment opportunity Lake Isle is currently accepting employment applications for lifeguards. Download an application at lakeislecountryclub.com and submit it at the main office at Lake Isle. You must be at least 16 years old to apply. The contact person is George Papademetriou, the general manager at Lake Isle Country Club.
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County news Golf course openings The six county-owned golf courses are now open, with the last of the snow melting. The courses are: Dunwoodie, 231-3490, and Sprain Lake, 231-3481, both in Yonkers; Maple Moor, 995-9200, in White Plains; Mohansic, 862-5283, in Yorktown Heights; Saxon Woods, 231-3461, in Scarsdale; and Hudson Hills, 864-3000, in Ossining. For more information, visit golf.westchestergov.com. Deadline for our What’s Going On section is every Thursday at noon. Though space is not guaranteed, we will do our best to accommodate your listing. Please send all items to news@hometwn.com.
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Eastchester student meets Bon Jovi When Eastchester’s Melina Kokkalas, 9, grows up, she wants to be a chef and own her own restaurant for people in need—
people that might not be able to afford a nutritious meal. And that is exactly what the JBJ Soul Kitchen does. JBJ Soul Kitchen
Rock legend Jon Bon Jovi meets with Eastchester student Melina Kokkalas at his non-profit community restaurant.
is a non-profit community restaurant, run by The Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, that serves paying and in-need customers.Special thanks to everyone at this amazing place for cooking up the perfect Dream Day for our latest national contest winner. Melina, a student at the Anne Hutchinson School, assisted the restaurant with pre-dinner preparations, and helped pick organic vegetables from the lush garden on premises. She also enjoyed a delicious three-course dinner with her mom and Loukoumi Foundation President Nick Katsoris, and was treated to a very special visit from Jon Bon Jovi himself. The Grammy Award-winning rock star and renowned philanthropist spoke with Melina about her Dream Day, offering her encouraging words followed by photos. In fact, Melina is so inspired that she and the Loukoumi Foundation now want to help raise funds for the JBJ Soul Kitchen. Stay tuned for more details. For more on the Loukoumi Make A Difference Foundation and our Dream Day Contest, LoukoumiFoundation.org and view our 10-year anniversary Dream Day video. (Submitted)
Anne Hutch student Melina Kokkalas picks organic vegetables from the JBJ Soul Kitchen garden in Red Bank, New Jersey. Photos courtesy Nick Katsoris
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JAZZ FEST announces lineup for
ArtsWestchester has announced that JazzFest White Plains will return for its seventh annual celebration in downtown White Plains from Sept. 12-16, featuring 20 established and up-and-coming artists performing free or affordably priced concerts throughout the city. JazzFest White Plains is a collaboration between ArtsWestchester, the city of White Plains and the White Plains Business Improvement District. Spanning five days and featuring an array of different jazz styles and performance venues, the event promises to be a great cultural experience for everyone from jazz enthusiasts to families and casual listeners. “Jazz is something to be experienced, and thanks to JazzFest White Plains, we are making the music easily accessible for all to enjoy,” said Janet Langsam, CEO of ArtsWestchester. “Each year is a unique celebration of the performers,
the places throughout the city of White Plains that host these incredible concerts, and most of all, the people who come out to listen. We are especially looking forward to hosting several performances in ArtsWestchester’s gallery, including The Emmet Cohen Trio, Veronica Swift and The Rudresh Mahanthappa Trio.” White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach added, “JazzFest White Plains adds such vibrancy and spirit to downtown White Plains. It truly has become a tradition we look forward to all year long, bringing people together in a shared passion for music and culture. I never miss it, and I look forward to seeing my fellow jazz lovers again this September.” Visit artsw.org/jazzfest for more information or to purchase tickets. (Submitted)
The 2018 JazzFest White Plains lineup includes:
Veronica Swift
Wedneday, Sept. 12 • Pablo Mayor – Downtown Music at Grace Church | Noon • Art Bennett – Court Street Farmer’s Market | 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Arturo O’Farrill
DOWNTOWN WHITE PLAINS JAZZ STROLL: • Albert Rivera – Mediterraneo White Plains | 6 p.m. • Alexis Cole – Morton’s The Steakhouse | 7 p.m. • Emedin Rivera & Tropical Turbulence – Sofrito | 8 p.m. • Gil Parris – Ron Blacks Beer Hall | 9:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 13 • Jazz & Java with Carl Viggiani – White Plains Public Library | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. • The Burr Johnson Band – Galleria White Plains | 12:15 p.m. • The Emmet Cohen Trio – ArtsWestchester | 7 p.m. | $20 • Veronica Swift – ArtsWestchester | 8:30 p.m. | $20 ($35 combo for both Thursday evening sets or $20 each) Friday, Sept. 14 • Jazz & Java with Carl Viggiani – White Plains Public Library | 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. • Rocky Middleton Jazz Ensemble – White Plains Plaza, 1 N. Broadway | 5 p.m. • The Rudresh Mahanthappa Trio – ArtsWestchester | 8 p.m. | $25 • Jazz Jam – ArtsWestchester | 10 p.m. | $5 Saturday, Sept. 15 • Brian Carter – Court Street Farmer’s Market | 11 a.m. to1 p.m. • Hands-On Jazz for Families – White Plains Public Library | 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. • Arturo O’Farrill Sextet – White Plains Performing Arts Center | 8 p.m. | $24-$44 Sunday, Sept. 16 | Free event WHITE PLAINS JAZZ & FOOD FESTIVAL | Noon – 5:30 p.m. Mamaroneck Avenue at Main Street, White Plains, NY • Pete Malinverni & the SUNY Purchase Jazz All-Stars | Noon • Jay Hoggard Quartet | 1:05 p.m. • Samba New York! | 2:10 p.m. • Lakecia Benjamin & Soul Squad | 3:20 p.m. • Marquis Hill Blacktet | 4:30 p.m.
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Financing the War and Feeding the Soldiers HISTORICALLY SPEAKING Richard Forliano
Barbara Davis, New Rochelle City Historian In 1917, President Woodrow Wilson committed America to the deadliest war in history. The war had to be paid for. Before the war, the federal budget would grow from $742 million in 1916 to nearly $4 billion in the war’s last year of 1918. When the war was over, it proved at that time to be the most expensive war that the U.S. had ever participated in. David Kennedy, the Pulitzer Prize-winning World War I historian believes that, “In the world’s first industrial war, money, materials and food played as important a part as the men fighting in the trenches.” The federal government, with the use of the recently instituted federal income tax, dramatically increased its power and reach. Future 20 and 21st century wars, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Operation Desert Storm and the War on Terror received their funding primarily through the income tax and the expansion of the federal deficit. But in World War I, only 22 percent of the funding came from the federal taxes. Almost 60 percent of the funding came from the public sale of Liberty Bonds. Secretary of the Treasury William McAdoo, President Wilson’s son-in law, believed that we must go directly to the people and “that meant everybody— to businessmen, workmen, farmers, bankers, millionaires, school teachers, laborers.” McAdoo with the support of the Committee on Public Information encouraged borrowing from the American public. A major advertising effort was designed to get the American people committed to the selling and buying of Liberty Bonds. All forms of media, including news articles, songs, plays, parades and posters, were utilized. The country was pampered with posters by noted artists to energize the public to buy Liberty Bonds. Celebrities like Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford encouraged monster rallies to buy bonds. Four-minute men made speeches linking a person’s patriotic duty to being involved with the purchase of bonds. Even the service of the nation’s Boy Scouts was enlisted. Every scout was given the opportunity to do his share for his country under the slogan, “Every Scout to Save a Soldier.” Posters used strong graphics
In World War I, almost 60 percent of the funding came from privately purchased Liberty Bonds to support the war effort. Photo courtesy Richard Forliano
and fear to encourage participation. The Liberty Loan campaign also appealed to other emotions: guilt, revenge, competitiveness, herd and maternal instincts and more. More than 9 million people purchased $3.8 billion of these bonds. Many communities took pride in exceeding their quotas for bond participation. The village of Bronxville in the town of Eastchester almost doubled its total. And the 2 million soldiers fighting in France had to be fed. In 1917, the U.S. Food Administration was established to manage the wartime supply, conservation, and distribution and transportation of food. The administration, headed by future President Herbert Hoover, developed a voluntary program that relied on America’s compassion and sense of patriotism to support the larger war effort. Citizen on the home front were urged to reduce their personal consumption of meat, wheat, fats and sugar. Promotions such as “Meatless Tuesdays” and “Wheatless Wednesdays” implored Americans to change their eating habits voluntarily to increase food shipments to the troops. Local gardeners began to grow vegetable gardens to alleviate food shortages. A War Cook Book published by the Bronxville branch of the National League for Women’s Service offered new “economical and savory” recipes for meatless and wheatless days. An April 1918 ad extolled the benefits of manure in one’s war garden. Farms on California Road in Eastchester and North
Columbus Avenue in Mount Vernon provided free manure. An article in the Yonkers Statesman expressed the importance of food conservation best. “When you save food you are helping the U.S. and her allies win the war; when you waste food, whether deliberately or through ignorance, you are giving aid and comfort to the enemy.” Many thanks to the lower Westchester Historians Roundtable for their pioneering research that made this article possible: Eloise Morgan, former Bronxville village historian; Ray Gelebracht, Bronxville village historian; Phil White, Tuckahoe village historian; Gigi Carnes, president: Crestwood Historical Society; Lissa Halen, curator for Eastchester Historical Society; David Osborn, site manager, Saint Paul’s National Historic Site; Donna Jackson, acting Mount Vernon city historian; and especially Barbara Davis, New Rochelle city historian. Please contact us historian@ eastchesterhistoricalsociety.org with any comments or questions you have about this column. For more information on the Eastchester Historical Society and its numerous programs, visit eastchesterhistoricalsociety.org.
One River School exhibition celebrates street art One River School of Art + Design in collaboration with the The Westchester Mall in White Plains, will exhibit artwork from two weeks of Street Art camp by Westchester County art students ages 8 to 18, from our Larchmont and Hartsdale locations. Students created paintings inspired by graffiti and street art to convey their own individual messages. Students thought about the impact of different types of public art while exploring how audience and location function in the creation of motifs and iconography. Artists like Banksy have placed graffiti on the map, and our campers were able to study the street art movement and create their own large-scale paintings on wood panels with acrylic spray paint.Anonymity, surprise, cleverness and message are important elements to consider when approaching a project around graffiti, street and public art. Students may be most familiar with the look of graffiti and its appropriation in advertising and popular culture. Students were challenged to consider their own style when
creating pieces throughout this camp.Join us for the opening reception of The Street Art Painting exhibition at The Westchester Mall in White Plains on Thursday, Aug. 2, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Light refreshments will be
served. The exhibition will be displayed at the Savor Level Top Floor and will remain on display through mid-September. RSVP to the exhibition opening, visit larchmont.oneriverschool.com/ events. (Submitted)
OPENING RECEPTION: AUG. 2, 6 P.M. TO 8 P.M. The Westchester Mall 125 Westchester Ave., White Plains, NY 10601
Please contact us at historian@eastchesterhistoricalsociety.org about any comments or questions you might have about this column. Also, any questions about sources of information will be addressed. One River School will hold an exhibition in conjunction with the Westchester Mall, showcasing some of the design school’s street art camp work. Photo/hasrtsdale.oneriverschool.com
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Playland Kiddy Coaster designated as landmark We have all taken a ride on Playland’s Kiddy Coaster—some of us hundreds of times. And now, the coaster is going down in history. Playland’s Kiddy Coaster, a peren-
nial favorite since its 1928 premier at the park, will be designated a Roller Coaster Landmark by the American Coaster Enthusiasts, ACE, the world’s first and largest organization of
roller coaster and amusement park fans, during a ceremony on July 28.“The Kiddy Coaster has been providing pint-size thrills for youngsters since day one at Playland,” Westchester Coun-
Playland’s Kiddy Coaster is set to be designated a landmark ride by the American Coaster Enthusiasts at a ceremony on June 28. One of seven original rides still in existence at the park, first opened on May 26, 1928. File photo
ty Executive George Latimer said. “Today this very special ride, one of seven original rides that pre-date 1930, joins its ‘big brother,’ the iconic Dragon Coaster as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark.” The Kiddy Coaster was designed by Frank W. Darling who was hired by the county Park Commission to construct, operate and
manage Playland in 1927. Reaching a maximum height of 16 feet, the 485-foot long oval-shaped ride, which features four gentle dips, including a swooping turnaround drop, opened with the park on May 26, 1928. The ACE Roller Coaster Landmark program was started in 2002 to honor roller coasters of particular historic significance.
To date, 41 coasters have received the ACE Landmark designation. ACE is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to the preservation, promotion, appreciation and safe enjoyment of roller coasters. With more than 5,000 members in 50 states and 16 countries, ACE is the largest amusement park enthusiast organization in the world.(Submitted)
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Still fearing the Yanks LIVE MIKE Mike Smith
It didn’t take as long as I would have thought, but, as a Red Sox fan, it’s finally time to start hating the Yankees again. Over the last two seasons, the Yankees have been a challenging team to root against. Of course, as a Sox fan, I do my best, but their young lineup, filled with exciting, home grown prospects, have made them more of a compelling rival than anything else; the kind of ballclub you are glad is in the mix because baseball is a more interesting place with them around. But at this moment? It’s starting to feel like 2003 all over again. Sure the Red Sox have been playing well; they currently hold a five game lead over the Bombers in the American League East. But despite the Yanks’ “struggles” (they have the third-best record in the Majors) Sox fans of a certain age are beginning to get that overwhelming sense of dread
and foreboding that seemed to attach itself to the fan base every summer prior to 2004’s World Series title. First of all, the Yankees’ lineup—which hadn’t really started clicking as a unit despite racking up 515 runs as of July 24, has started to show signs of reaching it’s full potential; rookie phenom Gleyber Torres is coming off the Disabled List and oft-injured first baseman Greg Bird is starting to find his stroke. Judge and Stanton are hitting the longball with regularity, combining for 49 homers to this point. Luis Severino has continued as the kind of front-line starter that could spell disaster for opponents, especially in the postseason; and the already dominant bullpen just got stronger with Tuesday’s trade for Baltimore closer Zach Britton, a nasty lefthander who was the best relief pitcher in baseball just two seasons ago. And how did the Red Sox respond? By acquiring former Yankee Nathan Eovaldi, a hard-throwing righty with a tendency to give up home runs. He
should be a perfect fit in the cozy confines of Fenway Park, right! So as the Yankees make their inevitable August march to claim the AL East championship, it’s time for Red Sox fans to revert to form and cheer for the misfortunes of the Bombers as much as we cheer for our own team’s success. That’s why I watched Yankees fans respond to Gary Sanchez apparent lack of hustle on Monday with unadulterated glee. For those who didn’t watch the game against Tampa Bay, Sanchez “loafed” on two plays that ultimately cost the Yankees a win. He would go on the DL the next day in a dubious ploy by Yankee management to save face, but seeing Yankee Nation lambast the best offensive catcher in the game for about 24 hours was absolutely music to my ears. The Yankee catcher Gary Sanchez was moved to the Disabled List on July 24, one day after his lack of hustle cost the Yankees a game. For Sox fans like Mike Smith, it may be one last laugh at the hard-charging fact that the very next day, San- Yankees. Photo courtesy Wikipedia.org chez’s backup, Austin Romine was given the MLB’s Heart and should be more focused on the season, it’s still tough to escape viate those feelings of inadequaHustle Award made things that ball games they win than the var- that little-brother complex that cy? I’d sure like to find out. much sweeter. ious missteps made by the Yanks. has defined our fanbase for the Of course, it’s petty. The Sox But even with three titles to our better part of 100 years. Follow Mike on Twitter have a great team this year, so I name since that magical 2004 Would a fourth title help alle@LiveMike_Sports
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Laverty wins dive competition By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On July 24, the Westchester County Swimming and Diving Championships officially kicked off at Eastchester’s Lake Isle Country Club, as local divers were able to find a break in the inclement weather to showcase their talents. The first event champion would come from the Rye Golf Club, as Katie Laverty edged the field in the 14-17 girls division, finishing with a top mark of 223.85. Laverty, 16, narrowly outscored Pelham Country Club’s Jennifer Bell (219.65) the reigning dive champion, but felt that she could have finished even stronger had her execution been slightly sharper. “For the most part I think I did pretty well today,” said Laverty, a rising junior at Rye High School. “There were a few dives I think could have done better, but overall, I think I had a pretty solid meet.” Behind the top two finishers, the top five was rounded out by Ines Nix (200.90) from the Lewisboro Town Swim Team, Meera Kasturi (182.65) from
Greenburgh and Lizzie Tirado (178.60) from the Westwood Swim and Tennis Association. The field of 16 divers were forced to get started a little earlier than expected, as Westchester County Swim Association, WCSA, organizers pushed up the start of the event by more than an hour in order to make the most of a brief respite from the rain that postponed the 10-13 division meet on July 23. “It was a little harder getting up in the morning; around 6:45, my mother was telling me to get out of bed,” Laverty said. “But once I got out here and got in the water, it was fine.” Laverty’s first-place finish earned Rye Golf Club nine points toward the team’s overall point total and staked her squad to an early lead as the rest of the dive divisions prepare to compete this week, after press time. Those points will be added to the totals picked up by each organization’s swimmers next week, as the local clubs take to the pool at Rye Playland to eventually determine this year’s swimming and diving champion. Last year, Lake Isle’s girls
won handily, outpointing Rye Golf Club 215-114, while Wykagyl Country Club’s boys picked up the title with 201 points. At the end of the day though, Laverty believes that win or lose, competing at the WCSA championships is always about enjoying the moment. “All these girls and I are friends, we see each other during the winter, so it’s a no pressure kind of meet,” she said. “It’s just about having fun and diving the best you can.” CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
WCSA 93rd Annual Championships Girls’ 14-17 year old division 1. Katie Laverty Rye Golf Club 223.85 2. Jennifer Bell Pelham Country Club 219.65 3. Ines Nix Lewisboro 200.90 4. Meera Kasturi Greenburgh 182.65 5. Lizzie Tirado Westwood Swim and Tennis 178.60
Rye Golf Club’s Katie Laverty accepts her first-place medal at the Westchester Swimming and Diving Championships on July 24. Laverty took the top spot in the girls 14-17 age division with a score of 223.85. Photo/Mike Smith
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Versatility key for football teams By MIKE SMITH Sports Editor On July 16, Lohud.com released its finalists for the annual Super 11 team—a preseason list put together by the publication to honor the best returning high school football players in the area. And while a roll call of 34 finalists predictably reads like a who’s who of players ready to become household names once September rolls around, it also shines a light on a transformation taking place in football circles; notably the rise of the hybrid player. Many of the 34 finalists fit tried-and-true football molds. Big-armed Rye quarterback Declan Lavelle, speedy Huguenot wideout Omari Walker and every-down New Rochelle running back Jordan Forrest—not to mention stalwart defensive presences like the Garnets’ Jack Iuliano and New Ro’s Khairi Manns—are among the many who fit roles that have been recognizable in the sport over the last half century. But others, like Harrison’s D’Andre Cosby and Mamaroneck’s Shane Smith have shined while playing more fluid roles for their teams and could very well be a product of football’s evolution. Smith, a rising senior, had his position listed as “athlete” on the 2017 Tigers’ roster and for good reason; he saw time at wide receiver and running back and excelled at both, gaining nearly 1,000 yards from scrimmage in just eight games of action last year. According to Mamaroneck head coach Anthony Vitti, Smith’s versatility—as well as his speed—is a big reason the 6’1, 195 pounder has had so much success in two seasons on the varsity level. “Football as a game is becoming more multidimensional and you’re seeing guys less stuck in roles,” Vitti said. “Shane has tremendous ability as a runner and a receiver, which offers us the freedom to move him around and get him in a spot where we can get him in the open field to break tackles.” Unlike Smith, Cosby does have a set position—he’s listed as a running back on Harrison’s roster—but the 5’8 speedster is used in a variety of packages, much like his fellow finalist. Opposing defenses were just as likely to see Cosby in the backfield as split out wide last year and needed to fo-
Rye’s Declan Lavelle throws a pass in 2017. Lavelle is one of seven local players named as a finalist for Lohud.com’s Super 11 team.
cus their efforts on stopping him between the tackles as well as making catches downfield. Similar to the way Mamaroneck worked for different scenarios to get Smith in open space, much of Harrison’s game plan has been centered on finding ways for Cosby to exploit mismatches. “He’s such a threat with the ball in his hands, we like to move him around and try to find different avenues for him to be dynamic,” said Huskies’ coach Dom Zanot. “And once he became comfortable in that role, he was really dynamite for us.” According to Zanot, many area coaches are embracing new ways of isolating playmakers in today’s game, leading to high school football looking markedly different than it did just 15 years ago. “The old I-formation toss sweep has now turned into a player catching a bubble screen pass, and the old I-formation tailbacks have given way to more versatile players,” he said. “Those guys who used to be Power-I tailbacks can run those same plays from different formations.” Zanot believes this shift occurred in higher levels of football first, noting that the days of a running back-centric NFL have given way to a more wide open style of play. “I think it started in college and the NFL, and has trickled down to the high school game,”
he said. “We might not have an 1,000 yard rusher, but players like D’Andre are going to get those 1,000 yards whether it’s in the air or someone handing them the ball.” Both Vitti and Zanot note that their Super 11 finalists share a similar unselfish attitude that helps free up opportunities for the team’s other skilled position players. These types of hybrid players, they say, need to have that team-first mindset. “[Shane] opens things up for the other guys because he always needs some type of attention from the defense,” Vitti said. “If he’s in the backfield and the defense is heavy in the box, we can go to guys on the outside.” Zanot added, “[Having a player like D’Andre] helps definitely, but it’s more effective when you have those other threats on the field. We’ve got guys like Alejandro Aguirre, Frank Nannariello and Justin Altamuro coming back, and D’Andre allows those players to be more dynamic as well.” The official high school football season will begin with twoa-days starting on Aug. 13. The Super 11 team will be announced on Aug. 26, and the first game of the 2018 season will be played on Aug. 31 when Ramapo travels to take on Arlington. CONTACT: sports@hometwn.com
D’Andre Cosby breaks a tackle against Byram Hills during the 2017 season. Cosby—who shined as a running back and receiver last year—was recently named as a finalist for Lohud.com’s Super 11 team.
Shane Smith goes up for a ball against Scarsdale in 2016. Over the past two seasons, Smith has become a multi-purpose threat for Mamaroneck. Photos/Mike Smith