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all new season for flyers

coach: Kevin Dolan conference: catholic high school football league 2015 recorD: 0-9

Players to watch: senior quarterback Matthew Chmil, senior running back Frank Tangredi, senior running PJ McManus, senior offensive tackle Paul Samms, senior wide receiver Dominic Doria, senior linebacker James Errante, senior defensive end Luke Pacher and senior defensive back Nick Daly.

After a difficult 2015 season, the Flyers will look to build on the improvements they made at the end

of their winless campaign.

With first-year head coach Kevin Dolan at the helm, the Flyers will look to make a transition that will steer them in the right direction.

“We are obviously looking to improve on last year,” Dolan said. “The kids are entering this season with a tremendous amount of confidence and high expectations.”

Although they graduated 25 players last season, Dolan said the Flyers had the opportunity to play a number of underclassmen.

He said this gives them a high number of experienced players returning to the gridiron this year.

Seniors Matthew Chmil, Frank Tangredi, Paul Samms, Dominic Doria, James Errante, and Luke Pacher are among the key returners for the Flyers.

Dolan said seniors PJ McManus and Nick Daly are two newcomers that will also make an impact.

Dolan said Chmil is a quarterback that has size, range and tremendous athletic ability. He said Tangredi and McManus should complement each oth-

er on the back field.

Samms, an offensive lineman, will be the foundation of their offensive line according to Dolan.

He said he also believes Doria will have a great season for the Flyers at wide receiver.

“Dominic Doria is expected to do great things for us in 2016,” Dolan said.

“Offensively we also have a lot of talent on the perimeter.”

James Errante and Luke Pacher return at linebacker and defensive end respectively.

Dolan said the coaching staff has high expectations for the defense, not only for their ability, but also for their experience.

He said he describes Nick Daly as a strong defensive back who is poised to show a lot for the Flyers this year.

Dolan said the Catholic Football League is an extremely competitive, ability-based league. He said their approach to success is to take the season one day, one practice, one scrimmage and one game at a time.

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Date: 9/10 time: 1:30 p.m home: chaminade hS visitor: kellenberg hS

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Date: 9/17 time: 1:30 p.m. home: chaminade hS visitor: St. anthony’s hS

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Date: 9/24 time: 1:30 p.m. home: St. peter’s hS visitor: chaminade hS

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Date: 10/2 time: 1:30 p.m. home: chaminade hS visitor: monsignor farrell hS

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Date: 10/8 time: 1:30 p.m. home: holy cross hS visitor: chaminade hS

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Date: 10/15 time: 1:30 p.m. home: cardinal hayes hS visitor: chaminade hS

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Date: 10/22 time: 1:30 p.m. home: chaminade hS visitor: fordham prep hS Date: 10/29 time: 2:00 p.m. home: chaminade hS visitor: archbishop Stepinac hS

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: Floral park Hs

rebuilding for a better season

coach : miKe spina conference 3 2015 recorD: 3-5

Players to watch — senior linebacker/ running back Cole Horan, senior offensive/defensive linemen Michael Meegan, and senior quarterback Kyle Hilaire After coming up short in a crucial Week 7 matchup against Lybrook last season, the Knights missed the postseason.

After graduating roughly 20 players from last year’s team, head coach Mike Spina will look to

reconstruct his football program this season.

“We really are in the rebuilding process right now,” Spina said. “We’re hoping that as the 14th seed this year we’ll get a little bit relieved, be able to be competitive and start building that winning tradition back up in Floral Park.”

Leading the way for the Knights this year are seniors Cole Horan and Michael Meegan. Horan, a middle linebacker and running back, will be a fourth year varsity player and is Spina’s top guy on the gridiron this season.

Meegan, a two-way starter who transferred over from St. Anthony’s a couple of years ago, will be counted on to help anchor a young and inexperienced line.

Spina said the Knights will also rely on their first year starting quarterback Kyle Hilaire to help them win some games this campaign.

He said he expects a lot more play action from the senior and is hoping he does a great job with ball control.

“We’re gonna be more of a running team than anything this year,” he said. “He’s gonna have to show his leadership skills for us to be successful.”

Although Spina said he feels that the Knights aren’t expected to win it all, their goal is to remain competitive each and every week.

Spina said he is aiming to get his squad over the hump where they were hovering around the .500 mark for the last couple of seasons. He said though, that he believes finishing the year 4-4 or even 5-3 will grant them a successful season.

“We’re not a county championship team right now,” Spina said. “We might not even be a playoff team. If we are, that would be great. I always strive to be a playoff team and to be the best of the best but in reality, we got chosen to be the fourteenth seed, so we’re rebuilding.”

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: new hyde park hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Valley Stream n. hS visitor: floral park hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: lynbrook hS visitor: floral park hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: roslyn hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 p.m. home: new hyde park hS visitor: floral park hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: Valley Stream n. hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Glen cove hS visitor: floral park hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: South Side hS

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: gn nortH Hs

blazers focus on offense

coach: Kevin graham conference: 2 2015 recorD: 1-7

Players to watch — senior wide receiver/ free safety Joe Gad, senior quarterback Jared Kaiman, senior wide receiver/cornerback Nir Alishian, senior wide receiver/ cornerback Aaron Lopez, senior running back Jeremy Landsman and junior running back Edan Cohen After finishing with a 1-7 season in 2015, the Blazers are hoping for a much better outing in 2016.

Head coach Kevin Graham said he expects

the Blazers to be a more competitive squad in a tough Conference 2, despite a difficult schedule.

“We have the potential to upset some of the higher seeded teams on our schedule with the skill players that lead our team,” Graham said. “4-4 is my honest expectation but anything can happen. There is no telling what our final record will be.”

After graduating 10 seniors from last year’s edition, the Blazers will look to their current crop of seniors to guide them through the grueling season, according to Graham.

Jared Kaiman, Joe Gad, Nir Alishian, Aaron Lopez and Jeremy Landsman will lead the pack with their experience at the varsity level, he said.

Gad, who was named All Conference, along with Alishian and Lopez, will be the main threats on offense as wide receivers, Graham said.

Landsman and junior Edan Cohen are described by Graham as quality running backs. These boys provide plenty of options for Kaiman in the pocket, he said.

Graham also said Kaiman possesses “a high football IQ and is an extension of the coaching staff on the field.”

Graham said that to win, the Blazers will look to control the ball and win the time of possession through their short passing game. The offensive game and play of their seniors will be a big factor in determining the Blazers’ season.

“Our strength is our skill groups and our senior class,” he said. “I am optimistic that our lineman will be able to bring the intensity and technique needed to find our running backs space to utilize our overall team speed.”

According to Graham, their biggest challenge will be against Mepham, who they open the season against and Long Beach, who they will face in a critical week seven matchup.

To have a successful season, the Blazers will rely on using their offensive arsenals and skills to their advantage as they prepare to go to battle with some of the top teams in ConferContinued on Page 56

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: mepham hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: Jericho hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 p.m. home: calhoun hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: long Beach hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: manhasset hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: gn soutH Hs

nowhere to go but up

coach: michael passuello conference 2 2015 recorD: 0-8

Players to watch — senior running back Ray White, senior linebacker Karan Thadhani, junior linebacker Josh Gal, junior linebacker Matt Solomon, junior quarterback Christopher Kaczynski, and sophomore quarterback Isaac Hamooz

After a forgettable 2015 campaign, the Rebels will look to have a much more improved team this year, along with some new players.

Head coach Michael Passuello said he expects his team to put up some wins and is hoping for a fun filled, competitive season.

The trio of senior Karan Thadhani and juniors Josh Gal and Matt Solomon will anchor the defense as the Rebel’s linebackers.

Senior Ray White will be the key offensive player at running back.

“They have been great leaders” Passuello said. “They’re always doing the right thing and leading by example.”

According to Passuello, one area the Rebels are looking to improve on is their defense.

“We are hoping the extra reps during the summer will give our defense a little faster response time” he said. “This is an area that we have needed help with.”

Passuello said he regards Great Neck North and Jericho as the Rebel’s biggest challengers this year.

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North is always the most emotional game because all the kids know each other and we play them twice. We also play Jericho twice, which should be competitive as well.”

— michael passuello

“North is always the most emotional game because all the kids know each other and we play them twice” Passuello said. “We also play Jericho twice, which should be competitive as well.”

Passuello said he is hoping that the Rebel’s new team logo can provide a much needed jolt.

The logo was designed by a former player who was the quarterback to the Rebel’s only undefeated season.

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Jericho hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Sewanhaka hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Jericho hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: kennedy Bellmore hS visitor: Great neck South hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: calhoun hS

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: Herricks Hs

highlanders: not intimidated

coach: miKe yoo conference: conference 2 2015 recorD: 3-5 (conference 1)

Players to Watch- Mike Saleme, WR/DB, Mike Scaldaferri, C/LB, Mike Chase, RB/ LB, Lou Mangia, WR/DB, Anthony Esposito, RB/DB

After missing the postseason last season with a 3-5 record, the Highlanders will look to break their 20year playoff drought in a competitive Conference 2.

With 20 seniors graduating from last year’s edition, head coach Michael Yoo will rely on his top returning and experience players to lead his squad on the gridiron against some of the best teams in their new conference.

“If we’re going to be a playoff team, we have to go out and compete against the best in Conference 2,” he said. “We’re ready to do that.”

The Highlanders are expected to be a more complete team on offense, where they play with a fast pace tempo.

Wide receiver Mike Saleme will be the go to guy on the Highlanders offensive attack.

With Saleme on the field, Yoo said, space will be opened for the other offensive weapons such as wide receiver Lou Mangia and running backs Mike

Chase and Anthony Esposito.

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If we’re going to be a playoff team, we have to go out and compete against the best in Conference 2.” — michael yoo Up front, the team will return Mike Scaldaferri, Ben Chase, and Albert Lee on the offensive line, which will open up some big holes for the Highlander’s running game.

Joey Carmody rounds out the ground game alongside Chase and Esposito.

Yoo said he feels the team will be competitive as long as they stay healthy. He said he also believes his team matches up well on the offensive side of the ball with most teams.

The Highlanders will open up the new year against fifth-seeded Long Beach on the road.

“We’re not intimidated by a top 5 seed,” Yoo said. “ We want to play a tough schedule.”

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: long Beach hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 9/16/16 time: 2 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: calhoun hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 p.m. home: carey hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: manhasset hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: macarthur hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Sewanhaka hS visitor: herricks hS

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: manHasset Hs

indians look to break playoff drought this year

coach: henry simpKins conference 2 2015 recorD: 3-5

Players to watch — senior tackle Gavin Olsen, senior fullback/defensive end William Theodoropulos, senior defensive/offensive lineman Nick Troia, senior offensive/ defensive lineman Christian Andriotis, senior tight end/ outside linebacker Peter Conlan, senior offensive line/ middle linebacker Danny Hedberg, senior offensive/defensive lineman Jake Shefcik, and junior running back/outside linebacker Jallah Stephenson

After finishing last season 3-5 and missing the postseason for the fifth consecutive year, the Indians will attempt to end their drought this year.

After dropping their first five games, head coach Henry Simpkins said he is looking to build on their three game winning streak that concluded their 2015 season.

“Around midseason last year, we changed our offense,” Simpkins said.

“We started running an explosive, power offense which turned our season around.”

After graduating nine players from last season’s edition, the Indians will bring back seniors Gavin Olsen, William Theodoropulos, Nick Troia, Christian Andriotis, Peter Conlan and junior Jallah Stephenson.

The Indians will also bring in firstyear seniors Danny Hedberg and Jake Shefcik.

According to Simpkins, the Indian’s biggest strengths will be their offensive and defensive line and the depth they have at these positions.

Olsen leads them at tackle. Troia,

Andriotis and Shefcik will play on both sides of the line of scrimmage.

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We hope to make a playoff run this year. These seniors had a 7-1 junior varsity season.”

— Henry simpkins Theodoropulos will play fullback and defensive end. Conlon and Stephenson will be outside linebackers on defense while Conlon will play tight end and Stephenson runs the ball on offense.

Hedberg will serve as an offensive lineman and play middle line back.

Simpkins said he expects their top competition in Conference 2 to come from Carey, MacArthur and Garden City.

He said he is depending on his twoyear varsity starters to get the Indians over the hump with their experience this season.

“We hope to make a playoff run this year,” Simpkins said. “These seniors had a 7-1 junior varsity season and their work ethics throughout the spring and summer is leading us in the right direction.”

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 pm home: kennedy Bellmore hS visitor: manhasset hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 2pm home: Garden city hS visitor: manhasset hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 pm home: manhasset hS visitor: Jericho hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 pm home: manhasset hS visitor: macarthur hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 pm home: long Beach hS visitor: manhasset hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 pm home: herricks hS visitor: manhasset hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 pm home: manhasset hS visitor: carey hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 pm home: manhasset hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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new coach for gladiators

coach: colin maier conference 3 2015 recorD: 5-3 playoffs: lost in Quarterfinals to carey

Players to watch — senior wide receiver/ defensive back Steven Chambers, senior running back/ linebacker Brian Hoerter, senior quarterback Nick Pellegrino, senior offensive/defensive linemen Dan Diaz, and senior linebacker/offensive line Rob Mirabile.

After finishing 5-3 and losing to Carey in the quarterfinals, the Gladiators will return for a new season under a new head coach. Colin Maier will take over the helm as he looks to instill a system

that preaches hard work and overall team improvement.

“If we take every practice and every play seriously and work hard every day, good things are gonna happen,” Maier said. “That’s what we expect.”

According to Maier, the Gladiator’s biggest area of concern is having the team understand the new mentality and getting everyone on the same page for the upcoming year.

Maier also stressed that the boys will have to adapt to the styles of coaching that the staff will utilize.

“I expect the team to get better all the time by playing physical, fast and hard in every game,” Maier said.

“Right now, I want this team to get better every day and play in every play and every down as hard as they can.”

The Gladiators graduated 17 players from last year’s edition.

Seniors Steven Chambers, Brian Hoerter, Nick Pellegrino, Dan Diaz and Rob Mirabile will be looking to take charge.

According to Maier, these boys are players who had significant playing time and success as juniors last year.

Their experience at the varsity level and athleticism will be the team’s biggest strengths for this campaign, he said.

Chambers is a wide receiver and defensive back for the Gladiators. Maier said he is intrigued by Chamber’s intense energy and work ethic.

“Chamber’s athletic abilities are very good,” Maier said. “He goes after the ball and catches the ball well.”

Maier described Hoerter as an aggressive linebacker and smart football player.

Pellegrino, who will be returning as quarterback, didn’t start last year and will get his shot this year. He is also one of the team captains.

Maier said he has done a good job of grasping the offense.

Diaz, who plays on both the offensive and defensive line, is a strong player with quick feet and size.

Mirabile, a starting linebacker from last season, is a strong, smart football player according to Maier.

“I think they’re very confident in their ability,” he said. “They had some Continued on Page 37

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: new hyde park hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 2 p.m. home: new hyde park hS visitor: Glen cove hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: division avenue hS visitor: new hyde park hS

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Date: 10/01/16 time: 3 p.m. home: Valley Stream hS visitor: new hyde park hS

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Date: 10/08/16 time: 2 p.m. home: new hyde park hS visitor: floral park hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 3 p.m. home: Glen cove hS visitor: new hyde park hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: new hyde park hS visitor: South Side hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: new hyde park hS visitor: hewlett hS

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Vikings sailing into independent play

coach: aDam hovorKa inDepenDent 2015 recorD: 1-7

Players to Watch: senior quarterback Jacob Kaypour, senior offensive/defensive lineman Justin Marabilla, senior running back/linebacker Jose Ramirez, and senior wide receiver/safety Jajuan Curtis

After finishing 1-7 in Nassau Conference 1, the Vikings will be playing an independent schedule for 2016.

New head coach Adam Hovorka said that this decision would grant the team a better opportunity and different competition.

According to Hovorka, the key players for the Vikings will be seniors Jacob Kaypour, Justin Marabilla, Jose Ramirez and Jajuan Curtis.

“They got some experience, they’re leaders and the kids respect them,” Hovorka said. “They work hard and they’re good football players.”

Hovorka said Kaypour will be one of the quarterbacks fighting for a starting spot this season.

He said Marabilla will be a two way starter on the line. Ramirez will be a running back on offense and a linebacker on defense while Curtis will split his time at wide receiver and safety.

One area the Vikings are looking to address is their play at the line of scrimmage, Hovorka said.

“You win and lose football games

with your offensive and defensive line,” Hovorka said. “We got to get better on both.”

Hovorka said he is looking forward to coaching football in his inaugural season with the Vikings and is looking to get the boys going on the right track.

“We’re not going by wins and losses,” Hovorka said. “I think that’s down the road. We’re trying to build the program, be competitive, import some

toughness, effort and team morale.”

The Vikings will play their games primarily against teams from Westchester County, where they will be unfamiliar against their opponents.

“We got a great opportunity to play outside of Long Island,” Hovorka said.

“It’s a pretty cool thing. No one else on Long Island is able to do this. It’s a good experience.”

Hs sports preview :: Football :: roslyn Hs

bulldogs fight to make playoffs

coach: michael corcoran conference: conference 3 2015 recorD: 5-3

Players to watch: senior quarterback/ safety Adam Combs, senior running back/linebacker Marc Azouley, senior wide receiver Joe Cinque, senior offensive/defensive lineman Austen Scalavino, senior wide receiver/defensive end Omar Burns, senior offensive/defensive lineman Jake Schulman, junior linebacker Jake Steffen, junior running back/defensive back Prince Butler, junior offensive/defensive lineman Cristian Gonzalez and junior linebacker Nate Epprecht

After finishing 5-3 last year, the Bulldogs will move into Conference 3, where they will look to fend off their new competition.

Head coach Michael Corcoran said after miss-

ing the postseason in Conference 4 last year, the Bulldogs’ mission is to be a playoff team.

“This season we are seeded ninth in Conference 3,” Corcoran said. “This conference is loaded with good teams and we hope to be competitive in every game we play, with a chance to win.”

After graduating eight boys from last year’s squad, the Bulldogs return seniors Adam Combs, Marc Azouley, Joe Cinque, Austen Scalavino, Omar Burns, and Jake Schulman. Juniors Jake Steffen, Prince Butler, Cristian Gonzalez and Nate Epprecht will be back this season for the Bulldogs as well.

Combs, who was named All County last season as quarterback, will also play safety on defense.

Corcoran said Combs has been a starter every year at quarterback since his freshman year. Azouley, he said, will return as a two-way starter at fullback and linebacker and will be a captain for the Bulldogs this year.

“I expect Marc to be the leader on

the defensive side of the ball and have a great year,” Corcoran said. “Marc is a hard-nosed tough, physical football player.”

He said Cinque will be back as a starting receiver after coming off a good season a year ago. Cinque showed great improvements as the team expects big things from him this season, Corcoran said.

He said he believes Scalavino will also break out this year as a returning two way starter on the line.

Burns and Schulman will also help the Bulldogs in their respective positions after missing some time last season, Corcoran said.

“Omar missed last year because of shoulder surgery and was a starter for us as a sophomore at receiver and defensive end,” he said. “After starting for us on the offensive line as a sophomore, Jake’s return will really bolster our offensive and defensive lines.”

Corcoran said Steffen had an excellent season last year until he got injured in the fourth week of the season.

The team, he said, will rely on him Continued on Page 56

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Bethpage hS visitor: roslyn hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 2 p.m. home: roslyn hS visitor: South Side hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: roslyn hS visitor: Valley Stream n. hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: roslyn hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 p.m. home: plainedge hS visitor: roslyn hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: roslyn hS visitor: division avenue hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: roslyn hS visitor: wantagh hS

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Date: 10/28/16 time: 6 p.m. home: lynbrook hS visitor: roslyn hS

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: sewanHaka Hs

indians look to remain in conference mix

coach: george Kasimatis conference: conference 2 2015 recorD: 2-6

Players to watch: senior quarterback Alex Chery, senior running back/linebacker Richie Beaubrun, senior wide receiver/defensive back Lehman Clark, senior defensive back/wide receiver Stephane Eugene, senior cornerback/wide receiver Marty Lee-Mitchell, senior defensive back/wide receiver Yvans Oscar, senior safety/linebacker Jahzyah Parache, and senior offensive/defensive lineman Joe Annunziata

After finishing last season 2-6, the Indians will look to bounce back in a tough Conference 2.

Head coach George Kasimatis said he told his team to prepare every day as they look to accomplish the goals they set out to achieve.

According to Kasimatis, one of those goals is for his team to be disciplined and play mistake-free football.

“We look at some of the better teams in our conference and the first thing that comes to mind is mistake free football,” Kasimatis said. “A lot of times, there would be a turnover or penalty and these teams would take advantage of that.”

After graduating 20 players from last year’s team, the Indians look for their returning seniors to help guide the underclassmen, Kasimatis said.

“We have very mature kids who care about each other,” Kasimatis said. “These guys are all into the same

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This year, we are ranked again as a playoff team and hopefully, we are heading in the right direction.”

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Kasimatis said he believes that the conference is loaded with talent and that every week will be a challenge for the Indians. He wants to stay away from injuries and mistakes that plagued the team last season, he said.

“We were very competitive against a lot of really good teams last year,” he said. “They were better because they were a lot more disciplined than us. This year, we are ranked again as a playoff team and hopefully, we are heading in the right direction.”

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game scHedule

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Sewanhaka hS visitor: elmont hS

2

Date: 9/17/16 time: 2 p.m. home: macarthur hS visitor: Sewanhaka hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Sewanhaka hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 3 p.m. home: kennedy Bellmore visitor: Sewanhaka hS

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Date: 10/8/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Sewanhaka hS visitor: mepham hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: calhoun hS visitor: Sewanhaka hS

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Date: 10/22/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Garden city hS visitor: Sewanhaka hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Sewanhaka hS visitor: herricks

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Hs sports preview :: Football :: wHeatley Hs

wild frogsʼ 10th season

coach: richarD Donovan/ tim moran conference: conference 4 2015 recorD: 5-3 playoffs: lost in Quarterfinals to clarKe

Players to watch — senior quarterback Chris Kelly, senior wing back Dominic Pascarella, senior defensive end Matt Cristina, senior center Matt Teemsma, senior offensive guard Sahaj Gulati, and junior wing back Luke Caliendo After losing in the quarterfinals in back to back seasons, the Wild Frogs will once again attempt to reach the postseason and possibly beyond.

The Wild Frogs will be entering their tenth season as a merger between Carle Place and Wheatley’s football programs.

Head Coach Richard Donovan stressed that it’s a natural progression for his seniors, as many of them have been on the team since their sophomore year.

“It sounds a little cliché but you have to be in the big games before you learn how to win the big games,” Donovan said.

He said he is looking for his experienced players to be able to take the next step and also be able to guide the younger players through the program.

Senior quarterback Chris Kelly, who is a tri-athlete, mainly is a run option quarterback.

He will use wingbacks junior Luke Caliendo and senior Dominic Pascarella often as they are a run first offense.

Senior offensive guard Sahaj Gulati and senior center Matt Teemsma will provide the blocking as they are

solid players in the trenches.

Senior defensive end Matt Cristina adds stability on the defensive side with his size and agility.

Donovan said he believes he has depth at the skill positions but the offensive and defensive line play will be vital to their success.

“We have an experienced group with playoff experience, strong work ethic and commitment,” he said. “We hope it’s enough to get us a first round win, where we can then advance to the Final Four in our conference.”

Seaford, Locust Valley, North Shore, West Hempstead and Clarke are traditionally strong programs that will provide a challenge for the Wild Frogs this season, according to Donovan.

To get over the first round hump, the Wild Frogs will have to play well against these teams in order to take that next step, he said.

Hs sports preview :: soccer :: Floral park Hs

lady knights look to win

coach: maryl fitZpatricK 2015 recorD: 12-4-1 playoffs: lost to Wantagh in first rounD of nassau a playoffs conference: conference 4

Players to watch — senior center attack Aideen Gill, senior forward Jacqui Diffley, senior defender Lyanne O’Rourke, junior midfielder Alyssa DiLorenzo, and junior defender Tate Horan.

After bowing out in the first round of the Nassau A playoffs against Wantagh, the Lady Knights will transition into a new conference this year.

Head coach Maryl Fitzpatrick said she is expecting her squad to repeat the success they had in Conferences 5 and 6.

“This season the girls are moving up to Conference 4,” Fitzpatrick said.

“We are looking forward to new competition and plan to stay competitive.”

Returning to the field are captains Aideen Gill, Jacqui Diffley and Alyssa DiLorenzo. Junior and senior defenders Tate Horan and Lyanne O’Rourke are back as second year varsity players.

According to Fitzpatrick, the Lady Knight’s defense is strong thanks to these two athletes.

“Tate has taken on any role we ask of her including goalie,” Fitzpatrick said. “She is a quick learner and really works hard to understand the technical side of the game. Lyanne is very physical and willing to take down the opposing team’s attackers.”

Fitzpatrick described Gill, a senior center attacker, as an overall team leader that motivates the Lady Knights on and off the field.

“Her strengths are her footwork and passing,” Fitzpatrick said. “She led the team in assists last season.”

Diffley is a senior attacker who was named All-County and Conference 5 Player of the Year.

At midfield, DiLorenzo rounds out the leadership that the Lady Knights boost. Fitzpatrick is counting on Diffley to score more goals once again for the Knights.

“I expect Jacqui to lead the team in goals for the third consecutive year “Fitzpatrick said. “She is great at creating opportunities to find the net.”

Fitzpatrick touts DiLorenzo as a tough, versatile player who will do whatever it takes to help the team.

“She has excellent field vision and communication skills,” he said. “She scores and supports the defense as needed.”

Fitzpatrick said she stressed that the girl’s work ethic is their biggest strength after successfully rebuilding their program for the past three years.

“The girls work hard every day,” Continued on Page 56

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Date: 9/10/16 time: 2 p.m. home: east rockaway hS visitor: wheatley/carle pl. hS

2

Date: 9/16/16 time: 7 p.m. home: wheatley/carle pl. hS visitor: north Shore hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Valley Stream South hS visitor: wheatley/carle pl. hS

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Date: 10/1/16 time: 7 p.m. home: wheatley/carle pl. hS visitor: locust Valley

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Date: 10/7/16 time: 7:30 p.m. home: wheatley/carle pl. hS visitor: cold Spring harbor

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 2 p.m. home: Seaford hS visitor: wheatley/carle pl. hS

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Date: 10/21/16 time: 7 p.m. home: wheatley/carle pl. hS visitor: clarke hS Date: 10/29/16 time: 2 p.m. home: island trees hS visitor: wheatley/carle pl. hS

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Date: 09/08/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: division avenue hS visitor: floral park hS Date: 09/09/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Glen cove hS visitor: floral park hS Date: 09/13/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: friends academy visitor: floral park hS

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Date: 09/19/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: clarke hS visitor: floral park hS Date: 09/21/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: friends academy Date: 09/23/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: floral park hS visitor: carey h.S Date: 09/26/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: carle place hS visitor: floral park hS Date: 09/28/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: hewlett hS visitor: floral park hS

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: gn nortH Hs

lady blazers to compete for diVision crown

coach: eriK connolly conference: aa-4 (formerly ab-5) 2015 recorD: 11-1-2

Players to watch — senior defender Alex Mirro, junior midfielder Julia Doppelt, sophomore forward Maya Ran, and sophomore defender Bella Mirro After posting an 11-1-2 record last season, the Lady Blazers are ready to contend for a division title in the AA-4 Conference.

The team’s key returning players consist of senior Alex Mirro and sophomore Bella Mirro, as they lead the team’s defense.

Junior Julia Doppelt will be the Lady Blazers’ top midfielder while sophomore Maya Ran will be the player to keep an eye on up front.

“My top players are all experienced and play on outside teams,” Lady Blazers head coach Erik Connolly said. “They are also extremely intelligent, well-mannered and believe in what we are trying to accomplish”.

Connolly said he expects a very strong Floral Park team along with a gritty and tough Locust Valley squad to be the Lady Blazers’ top competition in their conference this season.

The Lady Blazers will look to utilize their high energized attack to help them remain among one of the top tier teams in Conference AA-4.

Their offensive approach will allow them to pin down opponents in their own end, which will lead to more opportunistic scoring chances.

Despite an exciting and explosive

offense, Connolly said, he is looking to address the team’s transition game as they sometimes get caught up on the counter attack from the opposition.

Another area of concern for the Lady Blazers is overcoming the loss of

“

My top players are all experienced and play on outside teams. They are also extremely intelligent, well-mannered and believe in what we are trying to accomplish” — erik connolly

their All County goaltender.

Connolly said he is confident that the girls can push forward with the team they have for this season.

“We used to rely on her to keep us in games,” he said. “I feel the girls will band together and pick up the slack from losing her.”

The Lady Blazers will use their attack to help lead them in the conference and perhaps deep into the postseason, Connolly said.

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game scHedule Date: 9/02/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: wheatley hS visitor: Great neck north hS Date: 9/07/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: oyster Bay hS visitor: Great neck north hS Date: 9/09/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 10/01/16 time: 2:00 p.m. home: Seaford hS visitor: Great neck north hS Date: 10/06/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: Valley Stream hS Date: 10/14/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: locust Valley hS visitor: Great neck north hS Date: 10/17/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: malverne hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: gn soutH Hs

bulldogs stay competitiVe

coach: bill neville conference: a-5 (formerly aa-3) 2015 recorD: 7-3 in conference (7-5-1 overall)

Players to watch — senior defensive midfielder Danielle DelPonte, senior midfielder/attacker Brooke Labonski, senior midfielder Theodora Papadoniou, senior attacker Marianna Vukosa, junior goaltender Silvana Seidiata and sophomore defender Paden Dvoor After finishing in second place in the AA-3 Conference, the Lady Rebels will move into Con-

ference A-5 for the 2016 soccer season.

Despite being unfamiliar with most of the teams in their new conference, the mission remains the same according to head coach Bill Neville.

“We are new to the conference and expect good competition from the other teams,” Neville said. “Our primary focus is to win each game and each challenge that is in front of us.”

The only team that the Lady Rebels know very well in their new conference is Great Neck North.

Neville said he expects a hardfought challenge from their hometown rivals as they have had in previous non-league games.

After graduating eight seniors last year, Neville said he expects his present senior captains Danielle DelPonte, Brooke Labonski and Theodora Papadoniou to lead the charge for the Lady Rebels this year.

All three will return in their fourth season at the varsity level.

“The senior class had the greatest

representation on last year’s team,” Neville said. “Our captains will be instrumental in putting this season together. They will be critical for keeping the team focused on our goal of having a successful season.”

DelPonte provides versatility and emerged as a strong defensive midfielder last season, Neville said.

She will be counted on to set the tone for the Lady Rebels, he said.

Neville said Labonski, another emerging player, will also be essential to the Lady Rebels’ success as she is an aggressive playmaker that is always a threat on the field.

After suffering a knee injury from last season, Papadoniou is healthy and ready to go for the upcoming season.

The midfielder looks to recapture her form that made her one of the strongest players on the team in her first two seasons at the varsity level.

Rounding out the Lady Rebel’s arsenal is sophomore defender Paden Dvoor, All Class junior goaltender Silvana Seidiata and All Conference attacker Marianna Vukosa.

Hs sports preview :: soccer :: Herricks Hs

highlanders build on last yearʼs success

coach: Jessica henry conference: aa-2 2015 recorD: 8-6-2 overall (6-5-2 in conference) postseason: lost to port Washington in nassau aa Quarterfinals

Players to Watch - senior Caitlin Cosme, senior goalie Elaine Liu, and junior goalie Erica Lorenzana The Lady Highlanders concluded last season with an 8-6-2 overall record, where they went 6-5-2 in conference matchups.

After gaining some momentum towards the

end of the season, their run would come to an end against Port Washington in the Nassau AA quarterfinals.

This season, the Lady Highlanders expect to qualify for the postseason for a second straight season, which is something the team hasn’t accomplished in a long time, according to head coach Jessica Henry.

Henry said expects senior Caitlin Cosme, senior goaltender Elaine Liu and junior goalkeeper Erica Lorenzana to lead the team this season.

“Each player has a roll,” Henry said. “Our top players help lead each individual on and off the field to be the best they can be and to help others fill their roll.”

To remain competitive once again, the Lady Highlanders will need to work on moving the ball through the midfield just like they did a year ago.

Another key to success for the Lady Highlanders this season will be

playing and getting it done as a unit.

Henry said she believes this can be achieved thanks to the girls having great team chemistry both on and off the field.

“I feel that this is important in order to be competitive on a daily basis,” Henry said. “Having faith in each other to do the right thing is something our top players instill in everyone.”

In terms of competition, the battle for supremacy in Conference AA-2 will be a tough one.

For the girls to win, they’ll have to grind it out all season to reach their goals, she said.

Henry said she feels that the conference is balanced out and adding Hicksville from Conference AA-1 makes the path harder.

“The team that comes out and competes the hardest will come out on top,” Henry said. “Hicksville will be just as difficult to beat as every else.”

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Date: 9/7/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Valley Stream central hS

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Date: 9/9/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck north hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 9/13/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: oyster Bay hS

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Date: 9/15/16 time: 4:15 p.m. home: Valley Stream South hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 9/17/16 time: 10 a.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Seaford hS

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Date: 9/20/16 time: 4:15 p.m home: malverne hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 9/22/16 time: 4:15 p.m. home: locust Valley hS visitor: Great neck South hS

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Date: 9/24/16 time: Bye

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Date: 9/27/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Great neck north hS

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Date: 9/29/16 time: 4:15 p.m. home: oyster Bay hS visitor: Great neck South hS Date: 10/1/16 time: 2:00 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: Valley Stream South hS Date: 10/6/16 time: 4:15 p.m. home: Seaford hS visitor: Great neck South hS Date: 10/14/16 time: 4:45 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: malverne hS Date: 10/17/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Great neck South hS visitor: locust Valley hS

game scHedule 1

Date: 9/3/16time: 10 a.m. home: kennedy Bellmore hS visitor: herricks hS

2

Date: 9/15/16 time: 4:15 p.m home: herricks hS visitor: plainview Jfk hS

3

Date: 9/19/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: Baldwin hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 9/21/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: long Beach hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 9/23/16 time: 4:15 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: farmingdale hS

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Date: 9/26/16 time: 4:15 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: hicksville hS

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Date: 9/28/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: plainview Jfk hS visitor: herricks hS

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Date: 9/30/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: Baldwin hS

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Date: 10/5/16 time: 4:30 p.m. home: herricks hS visitor: long Beach hS

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Date: 10/15/16 time: 10 a.m. home: farmingdale hS visitor: herricks hS

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: manHasset Hs

game scHedule

Vying for the championship

coach: christopher Keen conference: a-1 2015 recorD: 7-3-6 playoffs: lost to islanD trees in nassau a Quarterfinals

Players to Watch — junior forward Halle Palmedo, junior goaltender Laura Ferraris, and junior defender Olivia Wesch After having a year of experience at the Division 1 level, the Lady Indians will head into the new season ready to compete for a division title and make a run to the County Championship.

The Lady Indians graduated 10 seniors from last year’s team.

Returning to the team this season is a trio of juniors who bring plenty of experience to the table.

Two time All-County forward Halle Palmedo leads the attack, two time All-Class defender Olivia ADVERTORIAL

Wesch leads on the back end and in the net is All-County goalkeeper Laura Ferraris.

These three girls will be crucial to the Lady Indian’s success.

“I am returning a strong core of juniors who now have a lot of playoff experience, since they have been up on the varsity level as freshmen,” Lady Indians head coach Christopher Keen said. “I think these girls that are on my team currently, represent the gradual transformation in Manhasset soccer.”

The Lady Indians’ biggest competition from the conference will be powerhouses Garden City and South Side.

Keen stressed despite the challenge, he feels his squad can go toe to toe with anyone in the division.

“Our whole division is strong and I feel like any team can win on any given day,” Keen said. “Obviously Garden City and South Side get the notoriety, but I thought it could have been any one of us competing for the county title.”

The girl’s biggest strengths this season will be their team chemistry and postseason experience.

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Using this to their advantage, Keen said, can give them that extra push to make their County Championship aspirations a reality.

The Lady Indians are familiar with one another both on and off the field and know what it takes to win. They’ll look to take last season’s devastating 2-1 lost to Island Trees as motivation to make a deeper run this campaign.

“They have tasted defeat in the playoffs and they are not satisfied,” Keen said. “I know our girls were upset with our loss in the quarter finals, a game we were winning 1-0, and they want to avenge that loss.”

One area that Keen always emphasized with the team is the mental aspect of the game. He said he stresses that teams who are mentally prepared have a greater chance of succeeding.

With their competitiveness and determination being their greatest assets, the Lady Indians will look to channel their focus on a brand new year, Keen said. They’ll make an attempt to take the next step further towards a county title in a wide open conference.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: mineola Hs

lady mustangs aim high

coach: Katherine bennett conference: conference ab6 2015 recorD: 0-7-3

Players to watch: senior defender Jillian Palma, sophomore midfielder Allison Mendes and sophomore center midfielder Nicole Genova After finishing 0-7-3 in Conference AB5, the Lady Mustangs will look to start anew in Conference AB6.

Head coach Katherine Bennett said she has high expectations for her squad this season.

“I would like to see them become a stronger

group of players both on and off the field,” Bennett said. “I hope that they can gel better as a cohesive unit of players before stepping onto the field for their first match.”

After graduating five players from last year’s edition, the Lady Mustangs will bring back senior Jillian Palma, and sophomores Allison Mendes and Nicole Genova.

Palma was voted as an All-Conference player last season. Bennett said Palma was one of the Lady’s Mustangs strongest defenders and Mendes was their leading scorer at midfield.

Bennett said Genova is a center midfielder who takes control of the pace and play of the game.

“My top players are gritty, tough and aggressive girls,” Bennet said. “I think once they start pushing themselves and getting others involved, we will grow stronger as a team.”

Bennett said the team’s biggest strength is their adaptability.

She added there are many times where she calls upon a defender to move up the field and try to add to the

attack.

“My girls are all open to helping the team out in any way they can,” Bennett said. “They are ready for challenges and don’t back down.”

Bennett said the team will need to work on their speed, endurance and strength.

The girls will also need to push themselves harder so they can win more 50/50 balls against their opponents and be able to play a full game with ease, she said.

Bennett said the Lady Mustang’s top competition this year will be Sewanhaka and Glen Cove, which have given them trouble in the past.

“They both have fast, talented and aggressive players, who are not afraid to fight for a loose ball,” Bennett said.

“We will need to work on moving the ball quickly and accurately down the field to keep them on the move and not allow to them to trap us in 50/50 balls.”

Bennett said to meet their expectations, the Lady Mustangs will work

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: new Hyde pk Hs

building team chemistry

coach: Kim teemsma conference 3 2015 recorD: 2-8

Players to watch — senior midfielder Tiffany Velin, junior midfielder Mackenzie Griffin, junior midfielder Logan Ward, sophomore forward Julia Aronov, sophomore forward Marina Pappas, and sophomore defender Joanna Mauceri After finishing 2-8 last season, the Lady Gladiators will enter the new year in a new conference with a blooming squad.

After graduating five players from last year’s

edition, the Lady Gladiators will work on establishing their depth in order to have a successful soccer campaign.

“We are fairly young, so our goal is to gel together to create flow on the field,” Lady Gladiators head coach Kim Teemsma said. “We are looking forward to a competitive season.”

The key players to watch for the Gladiators this year are senior Tiffany Velin, juniors Mackenzie Griffin and Logan Ward. Sophomores Julia Aronov, Marina Pappas and Joanna Mauceri round out the core players the Lady Gladiators will build around this year, according to Teemsma.

Ward, Velin, and Griffin make up the midfield and are all very strong versatile players to keep an eye on.

They all racked up awards for their outstanding play with Ward named All-Conference, Velin amed All-County and Griffin named AllClass, along with Mauceri, who patrols the defense, and earned All-Class honors as well. Aronov, another AllClass recipient and Pappas will lead the offense.

“Each player has a role on the team,” Teemsma said. “They are all expected to work hard for each other in order for our team to reach its season’s goal.”

The Lady Gladiators’ biggest asset going into the new season will be the experience they possess on the varsity stage. With the majority of the girls having played at the varsity level since eighth and ninth grade, Teemsma is counting on this experience to help them going forward.

“They have been working together for some time now,” she said. “We think this will be beneficial to us during the season by being able to read each other on the field. Movement without the ball and knowing our teammates tendencies to create the transitions is what we’re looking for.”

While the defense has been a strong point for the Lady Gladiators, the offense has been their Achilles’ heel, as the team has had difficulty scoring goals.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: sewanHaka Hs

team banks on younger players to take next step

coach: eric premisler conference: 6a 2015 recorD: 4-4-2

Players to watch- Senior forward Jazlynn Diaz and senior midfielder Stephanie Karczewski After finishing 4-4-2 and missing the playoffs, the Lady Indians will look to regroup and put up a stronger outing this season.

To achieve their goals, head coach Eric Premisler is hoping the younger players can complement the play of their veterans and eventually

emerge as key weapons on the field themselves.

Premisler said he is counting on this partnership between his senior leaders and his younger players.

“We try and integrate the best we can with the returning players and the new or younger players,” Premisler said. “My expectations are high as we have a few young players coming up that can fill some roles and help the team.”

After graduating three seniors last season, All-Class forward Jazlynn Diaz and midfielder Stephanie Karczewski will be the Lady Indians’ key players to watch this year.

Diaz was improving daily last season as she will be the main threat up front.

Karczewski needs to remain healthy so that her skills and knowledge of the game can be an asset, according to Premisler.

Premisler describes this group as dedicated players who want to be successful and leaders that help build a

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Premisler said he is looking to address the Lady Indians’ scoring issues and attacking from a defensive position. His plan, he said, is to throw more bodies in the attacking zone.

“Scoring has always been a problem for us,” he said. Our defense will still be a priority but our system will encourage movement out of the back with and without the ball to give more offensive pressure and more scoring chances.”

Their main competition from the conference will be against Mineola and Glen Cove, he said.

Premisler likes what he sees from the next wave of emerging varsity players as he expects them to mesh well with the rest of the team.

He said that if they can straighten out their scoring woes and the younger players can take the next step forward, they may be an interesting team in Conference 6A this year.

“The girls have incredible heart and they work hard,” Premisler said.

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HS SPORTS PREVIEW :: SOCCER :: WHEATLEY HS

LADY WILDCATS HOPE TO REPEAT

COACH: PAUL PAINO CONFERENCE: AB-3 2015 RECORD: 11-1 PLAYOFFS: COUNTY CHAMPIONS

Players to watch — seniors: defender Gretchen Keller, forward Allison LaMonica, midfielder Brianna O’Brien and forward Micki Wain. juniors: midfielder Rachel Bergsohn and forward Nicole Hetzel. Sophomores: midfielder Tiffany Bernot, defender Samantha Rothstein and goaltender Sydney Silverman.

Coming off three consecutive county championships, the Lady Wildcats will look to defend

their title once again.

Head coach Paul Paino expects another strong campaign from his seasoned squad.

“They play hard in every game and they support each other on and off the field,” Paino said. “They are an experienced, dedicated and talented group.”

After graduating 10 players from last year, the Lady Wildcats remain strong and deep as they provide a plethora of depth and postseason experience on the field.

Leading the offensive attack up front are seniors Allison LaMonica and Micki Wain and junior Nicole Hetzel.

On defense, the Wildcats are anchored by senior Gretchen Keller and sophomore Samantha Rothstein. Senior Brianna O’Brien, junior Rachel Bergsohn and sophomore Tiffany Bernot round out the midfield and sophomore goalkeeper Sydney Silverman returns in her third season at the varsity level. LaMonica, O’Brien, Bernot and Silverman were named to All

Conference last year.

The team’s biggest strength this year will come from the offense and midfield.

LaMonica and O’Brien will use their speed to record some goals and assists, while Wain will look to use her shot and ability to finish.

These three will create havoc in front of the net, Paino said.

Bernot will be the catalyst at midfield as she will look to distribute the ball.

She also has a powerful shot that enables her to shoot from any point in the defensive third.

The Wildcats’ game plan for this year will be creating speed and moving the ball effectively through the midfield, Paino said.

Keller and Rothstein will fill the void on defense after the Lady Wildcats graduated three of their most experience players last season.

Silverman gears up for another strong season in goal as Paino expects an impressive campaign from the

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2015 recorD: 7-1-3 The Knights will bring back six Schaeffer garnered All-Conference northshorechild.org playoffs: county returning starters from last year plus honors and are senior captains as well. champions a new crop of young and motivated “Brendan will be a fourth year Players to watch — senior forward players. varsity player and is just a true tough Lorenzo Arrindell, senior forward Luke Among the talented include first- athlete,” he said. “He is scrappy and deArmas, senior midfielder Michael Baldini, senior midyear varsity players junior Richard always finds himself in the right place. fielder Brendan Fogarty, senior midfielder Daniel SchaefVentura and freshman Harry Schlech- Daniel is the best player I have in open fer, senior defender/center back Logan Buckley, junior ter. space and Michael is the most coachgoaltender Brian Hamerman and junior goaltender Cesar “Both players have great ball skills able player I have ever had.”

Vasconez, junior forward Richard Ventura and freshman and soccer I.Q. for their age,” Pokojny Although the Knight’s defense forward Harry Schlechter said. “They both always look to move is relatively new, they do bring back the ball forward and attack.” senior center back Logan Buckley, a With most of the offense return- third-year starter.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: gn nortH Hs

blazers: on fast track to win

coach: Kieran griffin conference: a-1 2015 recorD: 8-5-3 overall (6-3-2 in conference) playoffs: lost to h. franK carey high school in nassau a Quarterfinals

Players to Watch — senior midfielder Jordan Grief, senior midfielder Jordan Zavan, senior defender Jared Schwartz, senior outside midfield/striker Charlie Hakimi, senior outside defensive back/midfield Tanner Zar, senior outside midfield Dylan Silverstein and junior center back/defensive midfield Julien Hakimian After graduating several key players from last year’s team, the Great Neck North High School

Blazers are seeking to build momentum heading into the new season with a fast start.

The Blazers reached the postseason for the fifth straight season last year, but saw their run come to an end against H. Frank Carey High School in the Nassau Class A quarterfinals.

Head Coach Kieran Griffin expects his team to clash with Carey and Great Neck South for the top spot in the Nassau A-1 Conference.

“Carey and Great Neck South [High School] will be formidable foes this season” Griffin said. “I pick them as the conference favorites.”

The Blazers will be led by their senior captains Jordan Grief, Jordan Zavan, and Jared Schwartz.

Grief, who was named All Conference, and Zavan make up a solid nucleus at midfield while Schwartz will help anchor the defensive unit.

Griffin also believes that seniors Charlie Hakimi, Tanner Zar, Dylan Silverstein and All Conference junior Julien Hakimian will all play critical roles for the team this season.

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The biggest question for the Blazers going into the season is where the offense will come from.

Griffin said he believes this is a chance for some players to elevate their game and help provide some scoring punch after graduating two of their big strikers.

Their one-two punch last season came from two All-County players.

Griffin said the Blazers can’t just rely on one player to carry the workload this season.

He said that having multiple scoring threats will make them a more balanced and complete team this season.

“We graduated our two real offensive threats,” Griffin said. “It will be an opportunity for players to step up and make a name for themselves.”

The Blazers’ fast style of play and defensive responsibilities, he said, will be essential to their success this season.

Despite not having any individual player that can wear down anyone’s defense, the Blazers will look to move

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: gn soutH Hs

rebels: back for another run

coach: christopher mccann conference: a-1 2015 recorD: 7-6-2 playoffs: lost to hicKsville in nassau aa Quarterfinals

Players to Watch — senior forward Jorey Garcia, senior center-midfielder Warner Tsang, senior goaltender Jonathan Farkas, senior forward Christopher Aguirre, junior midfielder Chris Park, and junior forward Gerson Arevalo After bowing out to Hicksville in the Nassau AA quarterfinals a year ago, the Great Neck South High School Rebels are back at it again for another run.

Head coach Christopher McCann and his team are expecting to put together a good season in a tight A-1 Conference.

“I expect a very hungry team to work hard from day one and compete with some of the best teams in the division” McCann said. “I also expect there to be many ups and downs and some experimentation with positioning at the beginning. We will ultimately be able to put a team on the field that can go toe to toe with any opposition.”

Returning to the field for the Rebels are seniors Jorey Garcia, Warner Tsang, Jonathan Farkas, Christopher Aguirre and juniors Chris Park and Gerson Arevalo. Garcia, Aguirre and Arevalo will provide some scoring punch up front as forwards.

Tsang and Park will form a solid pair as midfielders and Farkas will be the goalie that will keep his team in it every game.

After graduating 13 players from last season, with six of them starters, McCann expects this year’s core to

step up and take on bigger roles.

“They need to make sure that practices are taken seriously, the team remains focused, and that everyone buys into the system which we are trying to orchestrate” McCann said. “Our best players need to not only perform to their best ability, but pick up those around them as we move forward together through a vigorous season.”

The Rebels will look for their attack and their ability to finish and score goals, to get through their conference.

Last season, they didn’t have a pure goal scorer and relied on everyone to pinch in on offense.

This year, McCann said, he is hoping they will be able to continue that same trend.

Their biggest area of concern is their defense, where they are looking for some players to step up and take on bigger roles.

With their defensive corps from last season gone, McCann said, he is up to the challenge of selecting the right players to slot in and put it all toContinued on Page 56

Hs sports preview :: soccer :: Herricks Hs

knowing what it takes to win

coach: sean Johnson conference- aa-4 2015 recorD- 2-9-1 overall

Players to Watch — senior center midfielder Alan Ponieman, senior Winger Yianni Nictas, senior Wingback Anthony Pugliese With 15 players graduating from last year’s team, the Highlanders are counting on their returning and younger players to take the next step forward in Herrick’s soccer program.

“The younger players have seen how a solid

group of seniors can have a mixture of bad luck and a drop in form” head coach Sean Johnson said. “They don’t want to replicate that this year” All returning players are motivated to train their hardest in order to force their own luck moving forward for the upcoming season.

They know that with the loss of so many players from last year’s team, that this upcoming season will feature a brand new squad. Leading the way for the Highlanders are seniors Alan Ponieman, Yianni Nictas, and Anthony Pugliese, who all possess versatility and a plethora of experience at the varsity level.

“They know what it takes to be successful in school ball and have already experienced how different it is from playing at their prestigious club teams” Johnson said. “This season is where they make that mental and tactical adjustment.”

Johnson said he believes that the competition both in and out of league play will be challenging.

He stressed that the boys would

need to turn in good performances against teams outside the conference while fighting hard to earn some wins in conference play.

Although ending their playoff drought is their objective, the High-

“

We will have to focus on one game at a time, making sure we make those crucial points we gain along the way, add up in the end.” — sean Johnson landers are simply focused on putting together a good season and finishing strong, Johnson said.

To reach the postseason for the first time in many years, it will all depend on how they fare against their conference foes, especially in meaningful games come October.

“It’s all about finishing well in our group” Johnson said. “We will have to focus on one game at a time, making sure we make those crucial points we gain along the way, add up in the end.”

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: manHasset

indians to battle with the best of the best

coach: marK giarDino conference: conference a-1 2015 recorD: 4-4-3 playoffs: lost in nassau a first rounD to laWrence

Players to watch — Senior goaltender Jamie Weiss, senior forward Jack Keogh, senior forward John Psyllos, senior defender/midfielder Antonio Mirante, junior defender Alex Maleno, junior midfielder Jake Temares, and junior midfielder/forward Luke Ferrone After coming up short in the opening round of the playoffs to Lawrence, the Indians will enter

the new year with a younger team after graduating 12 players last season.

Head coach Mark Giardino expects his squad to be faster and talented as they prepare for battle in a tough Conference A-1.

“Conference A-1 is a grind and there are no easy wins,” Giardino said. “We will look to compete every day and hope to be in the mix when the season comes to an end.”

Returning this year are seniors Jamie Weiss, Jack Keogh, John Psyllos, and Antonio Mirante.

The Indians also bring back juniors Alex Maleno, Jake Temares, and Luke Ferrone.

Giardino said Maleno is an AllConference player who plays defense and is a natural leader.

“Alex plays a ton of soccer,” Giardino said. “He’ll play whatever position we need him to whether it be centerback or center midfield.”

The area he is looking to fix, Giardino said, is the offense, which is young and inexperienced.

Psyllos, Keogh, Ferrone and Temares all had significant time on defense and midfield last season.

Giardino said he wants them to play more of an offensive role this year.

Psyllos and Keogh will play forward as Ferrone and Temares will patrol midfield.

“I don’t know where our goals will come from, but we won’t give up a lot of goals” Giardino said. “We will need Psyllos, Keogh, Ferrone and Temares to find the back of the net.”

Defense and goaltending will be the Indians biggest strength this year, according to Giardino.

He said the team will be returning a majority of their defensive corps.

Last year, they played their best soccer in the second half of the season and made the playoffs due to the play of Weiss in goal.

Giardino said he will have to be at his best in order to reach the postseason once again.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: mineola Hs

mustangs to push for title

coach: paul pereira conference abc-iii 2015 recorD: 7-6-3 playoffs: lost in nassau class a seconD rounD to glen cove

Players to watch — Senior forward Dimas Cabrera, senior midfielder Brandon Mendes, senior midfielder Luis Tinoco, senior defender Anthony Abbatiello, senior defender Michael Rodrigues, junior defender Flavio Anjo, and sophomore goaltender Manny Mirao.

The Mustangs finished their 2015 regular season campaign 7-6-3 in Conference ABC-III. Their season would come to an end after los-

ing in the second round of the Nassau Class A playoffs to Glen Cove.

Head coach Paul Pereira said the Mustangs will look to go further this season as they pursue a conference championship.

“We expect to field a highly competitive team that will compete for a conference title,” Pereira said. “We’re looking to make a deep run into the playoffs after bowing out last year in the second round.”

The Mustang’s top players this year will be Dimas Cabrera, Brandon Mendes, Luis Tinoco, Anthony Abbatiello, Michael Rodrigues, Flavio Anjo and Manny Mirao.

Cabrera is an All-County winner while Tinoco, Abbatiello and Rodrigues earned All-Conference honors.

Pereira lauded Cabrera, Mendes, Tinoco, Rodrigues and Anjo as sound soccer players.

Cabrera was one of the county’s leading scorers last season and Pereira said he expects him to repeat his suc-

cess.

Mendes is described by Pereira as a versatile midfielder that can control the ball, take shots and play defense.

Tinoco will share the midfield with Mendes and has a great shot on set pieces. Pereira said he is expecting him to add some goals and assists.

Anjo, Abbatiello and Rodrigues will anchor the defense and Mirao in net will make goals hard to come by for opponents, according to Pereira.

“They are technically sound, physically and mentally strong,” he said.

“They know that they are capable of accomplishing some great things this season and I believe they will work tirelessly to achieve their goals.”

The Mustangs’ area of strength will be their technical and tactical abilities according to Pereira. He also said the team’s size and strength will be an asset as well.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: new Hyde pk Hs

reaching for more in the new season

coach: virglio meo conference a-1 2015 recorD: 2-8-1

Players to watch — senior midfielder Brandon Gutierrez and senior midfielder Matthew Lorandini After finishing last season 2-8-1 under first year head coach Virglio Meo, the Gladiators will look to make progress as they seek to build on

playing a better quality of soccer this season.

“We will have a young, athletic team,” Meo said. “We expect to have an improved record this year. That is the expectation every year.”

After graduating six players from last year’s squad, the Gladiators will bring back senior midfielders Brandon Gutierrez and Matthew Lorandini.

Gutierrez received All-Conference honors a year ago. Meo pegs these two seniors as well rounded players.

“They both started every game for me last year,” Meo said. “They will be key components to the middle of our field.”

According to Meo, the Gladiators biggest strength is that they will be strong on defense. He also said the Gladiators are an athletic and versatile team.

Meo said youth will be the team’s

weakness as they have graduated six starters from last season.

He said he will look to incorporate several young players to slot into these roles as starters this year.

In terms of competition, Meo said he expects every team in their conference to be a challenge as they play in an extremely competitive division.

He said his game plan to achieve expectations is and always will be hard work and commitment. His team, he said, will not lose games because opponents outworked them.

Meo said he is banking on his key players to help lead the Gladiators to success this campaign.

“Our top players provide the veteran leadership and example that the younger core needs,” he said. “They have been on this team for four years now.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: roslyn Hs

potent attack from bulldogs

coach: Juan meJia conference: conference a1 2015 recorD: 10-6 playoffs: lost to south siDe in nassau a seconD rounD

Players to watch — senior midfielder Austin Reimer, senior forward Josh Weisbach, senior midfielder Andrew Markman, and senior goaltender Jordan Rich.

After finishing 10-6 in Conference A2 and bowing out to South Side in the second round of the Nassau A playoffs, the Roslyn Bulldogs boys’ soccer team will look to build on last year’s run.

Coach Juan Mejia said his team’s mission is to play further into the postseason, and to have the opportunity to hoist a county championship.

“We’re bringing back 85 percent of my starters from last year,” Mejia said. “They’re older, wiser, a little bigger, faster and stronger. Hopefully that is

what’s going to get us over the hump.”

After graduating four players from last year, the Bulldogs will return seniors Austin Reimer, Josh Weisbach, Andrew Markman and Jordan Rich.

Each player earned All-Conference honors and all will be entering their fourth season at the varsity level.

“They’ve been under the same philosophy and I think as a coach, you’re looking for that year where you have a lot of seniors who been in the program and they’re peaking at the same point,” Mejia said. “Because of their leadership and the fact that they are talented players who been in the program for so long, they are going to give us a chance to go far this year.”

He describes Markman as a technical player at midfield and expects him to lead the Bulldogs in team assist. He also called Reimer, another midfielder, the engine of their team.

“He’s going to cover a lot of ground and is very athletic,” Mejia said. “He’s going to win balls for us and keep possession. That’s what he is going to bring

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Mejia described Weisbach as a forward who is tall and can play on both sides of the ball.

“I think he can score some goals for us,” Mejia said. “At the same time, at the end of a winning game where we are trying to secure a win, he can play as a center back and hold the fort for us.”

Mejia lauded Rich for his performance in the net last year and touted him for being a vocal and talented goalie that is good on set pieces and distributing the ball.

Mejia said he3 is looking for more the same from his goalie this season.

“We’re always looking for that one save that will keep you in the game, he said.

The Bulldog’s system consists of smart play and keeping possession of the ball. This will be there biggest strength going into the new season, Mejia said.

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Hs sports preview :: soccer :: wHeatley Hs

wildcats seek to be champs

coach: steve caDet conference: conference abc 3 2015 recorD: 9-2 in conference 9-7 overall playoffs: lost in nassau b championship game to carle place

Players to watch — senior Forward Josh Wolff, senior midfielder Joey Dinetz, junior goaltender Zach Jacobs, junior defenseman Christian Cucinella, and sophomore forward Nick Tagios After coming up short in the Nassau B Championship game against Carle Place, the Wildcats will look to take another crack at a title run with a

younger squad this season.

According to Wildcats head coach Steve Cadet, the team can remain among the elite teams in a tough Conference ABC 3.

“Although we have a young team with a majority of 10th and 11th graders, we still look to be in the running for the Class B title,” Cadet said. “The conference will be very competitive and aiming for a top four finish will be our goal.”

The Wildcats graduated four starters from last season’s team. Two of those players led the offense and combined for 25 goals.

This will be the biggest area Cadet seeks to address this season as the Wildcats will miss their offensive production.

Two forwards that are being groomed to step up into the role are senior Josh Wolff and sophomore Nick Tagios.

All-Conference senior midfielder Joey Dinetz will patrol the midfield while junior defender Christian Cucinella will lead the defense.

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We still look to be in the running for the Class B title.”

— steve cadet

With the offense remaining as a work in progress, Cadet will be looking to take a different approach for this season.

Team defense and the play of AllConference junior goalkeeper Zach Jacobs will be essential for the Wildcats’ success according to Cadet.

“This year’s team may have to rely more on their defense to carry them through the campaign,” Cadet said.

“We always strive to be one of the fittest teams in the conference and that will be the same again this season.”

Cadet said the Wildcats have several teams that will pose a threat to them in their conference this season.

Carle Place, Friend’s Academy, Island Trees and newly added Valley Stream South will be the teams that the Wildcats to go to battle with all year long, he said

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Continued from Page 33 They will open up the season on the road against Kellenberg on Sept. 10. The following week, the Flyers will have their homecoming matchup against St. Anthony’s on Sept. 17.

“There are no days off in the Catholic Football League,” Dolan said. “ The dynamics within and without our team are changing daily. We need to stay focused on ourselves, take care of business in our own house and then be prepared to compete every Saturday.”

As a Chaminade alumni, Dolan said he is excited about the opportunity of leading the Flyers in his inaugural year after taking over the reins from former football player and Flyers head coach Stephen Boyd.

“Any time you have a transition in head coach, there are always challenges,” Dolan said. The program is strong, the players are strong and his assistance and friendship in this transition will never be forgotten.”

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Continued from Page 34 ence 2, he said.

“They are a very tight knit group,” Graham said. “Despite our lack of depth, they have been preparing extremely hard since our season ended last year. I am excited to see our hard work in the weight room transfer over to the field.”

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Continued from Page 34 Cove and Wantagh, which will be moving over from Conference 2 according to Spina.

To get through the conference, they’re looking to get off to a good start.

Spina said he is hoping that he and the rest of his coaching staff can get the Knights on the right path in order to win both now and in the long term.

“Right now, we gotta get competitive and some wins under our belt,” he said.

“My job is to get the kids into believing in themselves once again because the more you lose, the more kids don’t want to work and put in the extra time. We’re trying to change up that philosophy once again.”

and Azouley to team up and stop the run as linebackers.

Butler, Gonzalez and Epprecht are all returning players who are expected to make big contributions on the field, Corcoran said.

He said the team’s biggest strength is the offense with Combs back at the helm, where he has plenty of weapons to choose from.

But, he added, he is aiming to get stronger on the defensive side of the ball.

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Continued from Page 40 she said. “They are willing to put in the time to succeed together.”

One area of focus this year is to continue developing each individual player’s soccer IQ, she added.

“Many of the girls on the team are set on playing one position or side of the field,” she said. “By developing their basic skills, I hope to help them find the confidence to play outside of their comfort zone.”

The Lady Knights’ biggest challenges will be against Clarke and Carey this season, according to Fitzpatrick.

“Clarke has a strong soccer history through the East Meadow program,” Fitzpatrick said. “Carey has talented athletes and being a rival in the district makes the games even more fun.”

As they begin a new season in another conference, the Lady Knights will look to remain competitive once again.

Fitzpatrick said that if her captains and top players continue to set the tone for the team, everyone will benefit in keeping their winning ways going.

“The dedication helped them win Conferences 5 and 6,” Fitzpatrick said. “If they can come back conditioned and motivated to play together, they will be unstoppable.”

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Continued from Page 44 work on finishing so that they can create a threat on both sides of the ball.

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Teemsma said the girls are ready to go to battle with anyone in the new conference.

“Each team must be taken seriously,” she said. “We are in a new conference so we are looking forward to some new competition.”

The plan, Teemsma said, is to make sure that the hard work during the summer and preseason will translate into the Lady Gladiator’s reaching their goals on the field.

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Continued from Page 44 on building their confidence on the field and increasing their abilities to communicate with one another.

“We will be working on team building activities and more strength training to become a more competitive and scrappy team,” she said. “I have a group of very intelligent young ladies who put forth their full effort, not only into soccer, but also in the classroom as well, which I am very proud of as a coach.”

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Continued from Page 45 “We struggled last season scoring goals. If we can use some of our new players and fix our scoring problem, the hard work and dedication that these girls are capable of will lead to a great season.”

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Continued from Page 46 standout sophomore.

“Sydney has two years of competitive varsity experience and has gone to the playoffs twice already,” Paino said.

“She can and will handle the pressure in the goal box.”

The team will remain in a competitive AB-3 Conference along with New Hyde Park, Bethpage, Jericho, West Hempstead, Roslyn and Division.

“They understand how to play in pressure filled games,” Paino said. “We have talent throughout the entire program.”

To win it all once again, the Lady Wildcats are expected to go out every day and compete as the hunger to win still remains, he said.

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Continued from Page 49 the ball quickly to create openings for their attack.

As a unit, the team’s defense will need to be well-organized if they are to have a chance of shutting down some of the conference’s top returning offensive players.

If they can succeed in this area, they may have a chance to compete once again in their conference and qualify for the playoffs for the sixth consecutive season.

“Our team will be a hardworking group that will need to do all the intangibles well,” Griffin said. “I am hopeful

that the boys will train hard and begin the season in good shape so we can hit the ground running.”

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Continued from Page 47 toughest and strongest player they have.

“He knows his role and is much underappreciated and often overlooked,” he said. “He does all the dirty work and his decision making is the best on the team. He understands team defense and knows where to be.”

Pokojny explains that the Knight’s biggest strengths are the player’s attitude and commitment to their program.

Their counter attack, attacking offense and set pieces, along with their experience in big games are also beneficial to them according to Pokojny.

Pokojny also said that the Knight’s area of concern is their inexperienced back line.

Pokojny said South Side and Glen Cove will be their biggest challenges this season.

“South Side has one of the best soccer programs in the county and are always tough,” Pokojny said. “Glen Cove is returning a lot of great players including, the player of the year last year.

They have players returning who scored 39 goals last season.”

After winning it all last year, Pokojny said is hoping the Knights can repeat and build on their championship season.

Tp be in the mix for the county, Pokojny said the boys will have to come up big in crucial spots.

“We need to grow as a team and have our defense become one close tight unit,” he said. “After last years’ success, we wish to continue and hopefully surpass it this year. This is the deepest team I have ever coached and I can’t wait for the season to start.”

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Continued from Page 50 gether before the season gets underway.

“From a tactical standpoint, we need to play team defense with as many players behind the ball as possible” he said. “We will hope to spread the field and find holes in the attacking third.”

As far as competition goes, McCann said he believes that every team, including the Rebels, has a real shot at winning the Nassau County Championship.

To get there, they’ll have to grind it out through their conference.

For the Rebels, they are ready to embrace the competition and do whatever it takes to hoist a championship title.

“This conference does not have one game on the schedule where you can afford to be relaxed and make several errors in a game” McCann said. “Each game will be an 80 minute battle and every team will be difficult to beat.”

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Continued from Page 51 ond half of last season that lead to our run to the playoffs,” Giardino said. “He’s going to have to be our best player again this year.”

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petitive, the new teams coming in are also going to be a challenge.

“Perennial powers Garden City, Jericho, Great Neck North, Great Neck South, Roslyn and now Carey are all very strong” Giardino said. “MacArthur, Mepham, and Great Neck South all were playoff teams in the AA classification last year. Sewanhaka, JFK Bellmore, Elmont, and New Hyde Park are all tough as well.”

To get back to the postseason, Giardino said he is hoping that with a closer group of players and better leadership and camaraderie, they can use their team chemistry to outwork the other teams.

“In order for our team to be successful, our best players are going to have to be our hardest workers” he said. “I believe that if we practice and prepare to win, we will compete in every game that we play this season.”

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Continued from Page 52 cally,” Pereira said. “Our team unity and team chemistry is also a plus. These young men are a hardworking dedicated bunch.”

Pereira’s area of concern will be the boy’s ability to believe in themselves going into each and every match.

“Although we are a strong team, we need to take it one game at a time and not take anything for granted or have a false sense of confidence. There will be bumps in the road but we need to continue to work hard towards our ultimate goal.”

Pereira said he expects Cold Spring Harbor, Carle Place, Wheatley and Friend’s Academy to be his team’s biggest challengers in the conference this season.

“All of these programs have a long and rich tradition of winning,” Pereira said. “They always field highly competitive teams.”

He said that if his team can remain

healthy and play together as a unit, they will be a tough team to beat.

“The team has excellent players with most of them having years of varsity experience,” Pereira said. “Our team chemistry is outstanding and expectations are high.”

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Continued from Page 54 fielders and a back line that will be much improved from a year ago.

“If you have the ball, chances are you’re going to get some scoring opportunities,” he said. “If you don’t, defensively you’re just chasing and the chances are, you may not score.”

The biggest question marks heading into the 2016 season is how they will score some goals in the attacking third and replacing one of their strikers, Mejia said.

“We’re a 4-4-2 team,” Mejia said. “Attacking in the final third is going to be my challenge this year and what we’re going to work on. We can keep possession, but once we get into the attacking third, can we score some goals?”

Mejia said teams such as Garden City, Jericho, Carey and South Side would be the teams that pose a threat to the Bulldogs this season.

He said he is hoping by the end of October, the Bulldogs will be peaking at the right time and can make a potential deep run. He is confident that the boys are ready to get to where they want to be and put in the work.

“Achieving those goals takes a lot of work and it takes 24 guys to be on the same page, taking it one game at a time,” Mejia said. “What I expect from my players is can they bring day in and day out, their best. From there, you build that foundation and you’re hoping you can achieve that goal.”

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