The 2012-13 Pennsylvania Sports Writers All-State Boys Basketball teams, including each player’s school, height, class and scoring average.
CLASS AAAA
FIRST TEAM
Shawn Anderson, New Castle, 6-3, sr., 20.2 ppg
Rondae Jefferson, Chester, 6-7, sr., 15.5 ppg
B.J. Johnson, Lower Merion, 6-7, sr., 16.5 ppg
Jahad Thomas, Williamsport, 6-2, sr., 18.0 ppg
Geno Thorpe, Shaler, 6-3, sr., 26.3 ppg
Stephen Vasturia, St. Joseph’s Prep, 6-5, sr., 20.5 ppg
SECOND TEAM
Yohanny Dalembert, Lower Merion, 6-7, sr., 10.8 ppg
Shep Garner, Roman Catholic, 6-2, jr., 15.7 ppg
Miles Overton, St. Joseph’s Prep, 6-4, sr., 15.7 ppg
Cole Renninger, Central Mountain, sr., 27.2 ppg
Darius Robinson, Chester, 6-1, sr., 11.8 ppg
Isaiah Washington, Williamsport, 6-4, jr., 15.9 ppg
Sheldon Zablotny, Cathedral Prep, 6-0, sr., 19.1 ppg
THIRD TEAM
Sal Biasi, Hazleton, 5-11, jr., 26.8 ppg
Richard Granberry, Chester, 6-7, sr., 12.3 ppg
Ryan Luther, Hampton, 6-7, jr., 21.1 ppg
Tavon Parker, York, 6-3, sr., 20.4 ppg
Devonne Pinkard, J.P. McCaskey, 6-6, sr., 18.1 ppg
Jahaad Proctor, Harrisburg, 6-2, so, 13.5 ppg
Amar Stukes, La Salle College, 6-1, sr., 19.6 ppg
PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Rondae Jefferson, Chester
COACH OF THE YEAR: Gregg Downer, Lower Merion
CLASS AAA
FIRST TEAM
Muhammad Ali Abdur-Rahkman, Allentown Central Catholic, 6-4, jr., 21.2 ppg
Brandon Austin, Imhotep Charter, 6-7, sr.,, 17.0 ppg
John Davis, Neumann-Goretti, 6-5, sr., 13.4 ppg
Ja’Quan Newton, Neumann-Goretti, 6-3, jr., 18.4 ppg
J.C. Show, Abington Heights, 6-2, jr., 19.0 ppg
Devin Wilson, Montour, 6-4, sr., 16.9 ppg
SECOND TEAM
Jason Dietrich, Donegal, 6-3, sr., 15.3 ppg
Martin Dietrich, Donegal, 6-3, sr., 15.4 ppg
Nana Foulland, Berks Catholic, 6-9, jr., 14.0 ppg
Derrick Jones, Archbishop Carroll, 6-6, so, 14.1 ppg
Jaymon Mason, General McLane, 6-3, sr., 26.8 ppg
Khalid Nwandu, Northeastern, 6-2, sr., 20.6 ppg
Yosef Yacob, Archbishop Carroll, 6-0, sr., 13.0 ppg
THIRD TEAM
Spencer Casson, Chartiers Valley, 6-6, sr., 11.4 ppg
Matt Husek, Bethlehem Catholic, 6-11, sr., 16.0 ppg
Matt Knowles, Scranton Prep, 6-1, sr., 14.6 ppg
Phillip Madison, Greater Johnstown, 5-9, sr., 20.3 ppg
Basil Thompson, Imhotep Charter, 6-6, jr., 9.7 ppg
Ernie Tyler, Shikellamy, 6-3, sr., 13.2 ppg
PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Brandon Austin, Imhotep Charter
COACH OF THE YEAR: Ryan Butt, Donegal
CLASS AA
FIRST TEAM
Drew Cook, Beaver Falls, 6-2, sr., 15.9 ppg
Elijah Cottrill, Beaver Falls, 6-3, jr., 16.4 ppg
Matthew Dogan, West Middlesex, 6-6, sr., 25.7 ppg
Josh Kosin, Holy Cross, 6-7, sr., 19.6 ppg
A.J. Leahey, Penn Cambria, 6-7, sr., 20.8 ppg
Roger Wilson, Loyalsock, 6-5, sr., 15.0 ppg
SECOND TEAM
Dominick Antonelli, Trinity, 6-2, jr., 13.2 ppg
Noah Davis, Bellwood-Antis, 6-6, sr., 22.1 ppg
David Johnson, Communications Tech, 5-11, sr., 17.8 ppg
Julian Moore, Germantown Academy, 6-9, sr., 14.5 ppg
Rasheed Moore, Meyers, 6-6, sr., 16.5 ppg
Brett Smith, Delone Catholic, 5-10, sr., 13.9 ppg
Nemo Trexler, Bishop McCort, 6-4, jr., 18.8 ppg
THIRD TEAM
Travis Conrad, Lewisburg, 5-10, sr., 15.0 ppg
Kyle Datres, Loyalsock, 5-10, soph., 9.9 ppg
Jahyde Gardiner, Freire Charter, 6-5, jr., 18.2 ppg
Jordan Jackson, Wellsboro, 5-11, sr., 14.0 ppg
Nick Lorenz, East Juniata, 6-1, jr., 21.0 ppg
Ronnie Tomasetti, Mid Valley, 6-4, sr., 13.3 ppg
Josh Wise, Washington, 6-2, sr., 21.9 ppg
PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Josh Kosin, Holy Cross
COACH OF THE YEAR: Doug Biega, Beaver Falls
CLASS A
FIRST TEAM
Sammy Foreman, Vaux, 6-0, so, 12.2 ppg
Ryan Fyock, Shade, 6-1, sr., 25.2 ppg
Rysheed Jordan, Vaux, 6-4, sr., 24.8 ppg
Elijah Minnie, Lincoln Park, 6-9, jr., 20.1 ppg
Cole Peterson, Johnsonburg, 5-10, jr., 15.6 ppg
Jeremiah Worthem, Math, Civics & Sciences, 6-7, sr., 15.7 ppg
SECOND TEAM
Aondofa Anyam, Church Farm, 5-10, jr., 12.2 ppg
Dalton Cesarz, Blacklick Valley, 6-1, sr., 25.7 ppg
Alize Johnson, St. John Neumann, 6-5, jr., 18.0 ppg
Britton Lee, Math, Civics & Sciences, 5-11, sr., 10.0 ppg
Maverick Rowan, Lincoln Park, 6-5, fr, 23.5 ppg
Danny Savulchak, North Catholic, 6-4, sr., 20.5 ppg
Wade Walker, Shade, 6-5, sr., 18.0 ppg
THIRD TEAM
Cameron Grumley, Johnsonburg, 5-9, jr., 15.5 ppg
Brandon Martinazzi, Bishop Carroll, 5-9, soph., 17.8 ppg
Timmy Orr, Lebanon Catholic, 6-2, sr., 17.4 ppg
Zach Smith, Smethport, 6-4, sr., 22.3 ppg
Dache Talbert, Sankofa Freedom, 5-8 sr., 15.5 ppg
Shafeek Taylor, Math, Civics & Sciences, 6-4, sr., 8.3 ppg
Ryan Wolf, Vincentian, 5-9, so, 21.3 ppg
PLAYER OF THE YEAR: Rysheed Jordan, Vaux
COACH OF THE YEAR: Bill Shuey, Johnsonburg
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Wednesday, April 3, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
The South girls' All-Stars
There have been three girls' basketball players from The Tribune-Democrat coverage area to score 2,000 career points. One of them - Shanksville-Stonycreek senior Kayla Stockenus - will play in Saturday's AmeriServ Senior Hoops Showcase as part of the South roster.
Stockenus is one of several standouts for the South, which will be coached by Berlin Brothersvalley's Rachel Prosser. Under Prosser's guidance, the Mountaineers defeated Portage in the first round of the PIAA Class A playoffs and held a lead late in the fourth quarter against eventual PIAA runner-up Vincentian Academy in the second round.
The scene at Pitt-Johnstown's Sports Center won't be nearly as intense as the state playoffs. Still, the South roster is filled with players who experienced the thrills of the PIAA tournament.
Coach: Rachel Prosser, Berlin
A perennial contender in District 5 and frequent quest of the PIAA Class A playoffs, Berlin finished 23-5 with only one senior receiving significant minutes.
Players (in alphabetical order)
Carly Baer, Conemaugh Township
Multi-faceted senior averaged 7.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists.
Lyndy Baer, Conemaugh Township
The Indians reached the second round of the PIAA Class A playoffs behind a balanced attack. Baer, a 1,000-point scorer, averaged 11.8 points, 4.7 assists and made 52 3-pointers.
Elizabeth Chobany, Ferndale
The Yellow Jackets struggled in the win column, but Chobany was a bright spot. Chobany averaged 15.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 4.9 steals.
Alexis Jo Dona, Richland
Injuries shortened a promising senior season, but she averaged 6.6 points in limited duty.
Katie Gehlmann, Richland
Gehlmann averaged 12.7 points, 5.0 assists and made 32 3-pointers.
Maddy Grimm, Ligonier Valley
It's tough finding a player from District 6 with better numbers than the Kent State softball signee. Grimm averaged team highs in points (13.1), rebounds (6.8), steals (5.9), blocks (2.1) and assists (5.4).
Stephanie Hrbal, Bishop McCort
Hrbal ranked second on team in scoring (8.3) and averaged 3.0 rebounds.
Sarah Pfeil, Richland
Pfeil averaged a team-high 14.1 points with 6.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game.
Marah Riley, Berlin
The lone senior in the Mountaineers' starting lineup, Riley could run the offense and get to the basket.
Kelsey Smith, Conemaugh Township
A combo guard/forward, Smith averaged 9.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.6 assists.
Kayla Stockenus, Shanksville-Stonycreek
Stockenus averaged 31.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.4 steals and made 172 free throws.
Stockenus is one of several standouts for the South, which will be coached by Berlin Brothersvalley's Rachel Prosser. Under Prosser's guidance, the Mountaineers defeated Portage in the first round of the PIAA Class A playoffs and held a lead late in the fourth quarter against eventual PIAA runner-up Vincentian Academy in the second round.
The scene at Pitt-Johnstown's Sports Center won't be nearly as intense as the state playoffs. Still, the South roster is filled with players who experienced the thrills of the PIAA tournament.
Coach: Rachel Prosser, Berlin
A perennial contender in District 5 and frequent quest of the PIAA Class A playoffs, Berlin finished 23-5 with only one senior receiving significant minutes.
Players (in alphabetical order)
Carly Baer, Conemaugh Township
Multi-faceted senior averaged 7.5 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists.
Lyndy Baer, Conemaugh Township
The Indians reached the second round of the PIAA Class A playoffs behind a balanced attack. Baer, a 1,000-point scorer, averaged 11.8 points, 4.7 assists and made 52 3-pointers.
Elizabeth Chobany, Ferndale
The Yellow Jackets struggled in the win column, but Chobany was a bright spot. Chobany averaged 15.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 4.9 steals.
Alexis Jo Dona, Richland
Injuries shortened a promising senior season, but she averaged 6.6 points in limited duty.
Katie Gehlmann, Richland
Gehlmann averaged 12.7 points, 5.0 assists and made 32 3-pointers.
Maddy Grimm, Ligonier Valley
It's tough finding a player from District 6 with better numbers than the Kent State softball signee. Grimm averaged team highs in points (13.1), rebounds (6.8), steals (5.9), blocks (2.1) and assists (5.4).
Stephanie Hrbal, Bishop McCort
Hrbal ranked second on team in scoring (8.3) and averaged 3.0 rebounds.
Sarah Pfeil, Richland
Pfeil averaged a team-high 14.1 points with 6.3 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game.
Marah Riley, Berlin
The lone senior in the Mountaineers' starting lineup, Riley could run the offense and get to the basket.
Kelsey Smith, Conemaugh Township
A combo guard/forward, Smith averaged 9.0 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.6 assists.
Kayla Stockenus, Shanksville-Stonycreek
Stockenus averaged 31.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.4 steals and made 172 free throws.
Sunday, March 10, 2013
PIAA basketball second round
Fourteen teams from The Tribune-Democrat coverage area entered the PIAA boys' and girls' basketball playoffs.
A whopping nine remain.
The following are the sites and times for the second-round contests involving local teams.
A whopping nine remain.
The following are the sites and times for the second-round contests involving local teams.
Tuesday, March 11 Basketball High School Boys PIAA Tournament Class A – Second Round At Hempfield Vincentian Academy vs. Bishop Carroll, 5 p.m. At Bald Eagle Area Shade vs. Johnsonburg, 7 p.m. Class AAA – Second Round At Hempfield Greater Johnstown vs. Chartiers Valley, 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 12 Basketball High School Boys PIAA Tournament Class AA – Second Round At Richland Conemaugh Township vs. Northern Cambria, 7 p.m. At Clarion University Bishop McCort vs. West Middlesex, 7:30 p.m. High School Girls PIAA Tournament Class A – Second Round At Hempfield Vincentian Academy vs. Berlin Brothersvalley, 6 p.m. At Indiana Conemaugh Township vs. Clarion Area, 6 p.m. Class AAA – Second Round At Hempfield Forest Hills vs. Blackhawk, 7:30 p.m.
Monday, March 4, 2013
Area PIAA basketball games
Boys
Tuesday
Class AA
Play-in
Conemaugh Township (22-3) vs. Westinghouse (14-10), 7 p.m. at Somerset
Friday
First round
Class AAA
Greater Johnstown (15-7) vs. Lancaster Catholic (18-9), 6:30 p.m. at Central Cambria
Class A
Bishop Carroll (21-5) vs. Shanksville (21-4), 8 p.m. at Central CambriaShade (25-1) vs. North Catholic (16-6), 7:30 at Pitt-Johnstown
Saturday
Class AA
First round
Penn Cambria (20-4) vs. Greensburg Central Catholic (22-2), 4 p.m. at AltoonaNorthern Cambria (21-5) vs. Apollo-Ridge (18-8), 7 p.m. at Central Cambria
Bishop McCort (18-8) vs. Burrell (19-7), 4:30 p.m. at Gateway
* Conemaugh Township (22-3) vs. Brentwood (14-10), 7:30 p.m. at Pitt-Johnstown
* - Site and time for Conemaugh Township if victorious in Tuesday's play-in game.
Girls
Friday
Class AA
First round
Westmont Hilltop (21-5) vs. Bishop Canevin (22-4), 6 p.m. at North Hills
Saturday
Class AAA
First round
Forest Hills (19-4) vs. Hampton (18-6), 5:30 p.m. at Central CambriaLigonier Valley (16-7) vs. Franklin (24-1), 4:30 p.m. at Slippery Rock University
Class A
Portage (22-3) vs. Berlin (22-4), 4 p.m. at Central CambriaConemaugh Township (21-4) vs. Quigley Catholic (18-6), 5:30 p.m. at Pitt-Johnstown
Monday, February 18, 2013
Tribune-Democrat boys' basketball rankings
Tradition-rich programs like Bishop McCort do not believe in moral victories, but the Crimson Crushers sure garnered a lot of attention the past week ... and it all started with a loss at Greensburg Central Catholic on Monday.
For starters, the Centurions have been a state power the last several years. This year is no different as GCC sports a 21-1 record with its lone loss at Quad-A Gateway. GCC is ranked No. 2 in Class AA in the state according to the Patriot-News of Harrisburg and there are many on the western side of Pennsylvania that believe GCC is the best team in the classification.
Bishop McCort, the defending District 6 Class AA champs, lost 81-72 on Monday in a highly competitive game as Nemo Trexler scored 32 points for the Crimson Crushers. GCC is one tough place to play.
Bishop McCort followed with a tough win at Greater Johnstown and by rallying from a double-digit deficit to defeat Bishop Carroll for the LHAC championship. It's McCort's second win over Carroll this season.
1. Bishop McCort 15-7
Forget the record, the Crimson Crushers are ready for the postseason, even as the No. 6 seed in District 6.
2. Bishop Carroll 19-4
Huskies enter District 6 Class A bracket as top seed.
3. Shade 22-1
Panthers went 24 of 25 from free-throw line in WestPAC title game - a convincing win over Conemaugh Township.
4. Penn Cambria 17-4
UPJ recruit A.J. Leahey is averaging 19.9 points, 11.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.5 blocks per game.
5. Northern Cambria 18-4
Colts bringing a five-game win streak into District 6 Class AA playoffs.
6. Conemaugh Township 20-3
Loss to Shade snapped 18-game win streak for Chuck Lesko's Indians.
7. Greater Johnstown 14-7
Trojans played just one game last week - a loss to Bishop McCort - and have this week off before the District 6 Class AAA championship game next week.
8. Somerset 14-8
Golden Eagles ended regular season on up note with wins at Richland and Bedford. They play the Bisons again in the D6 AAA semis.
9. Shanksville-Stonycreek 19-3
Vikings' loss to Shade was second home setback of season. First came against Conemaugh Township.
10. Ligonier Valley 14-7
Surging Rams have won five consecutive games entering postseason.
For starters, the Centurions have been a state power the last several years. This year is no different as GCC sports a 21-1 record with its lone loss at Quad-A Gateway. GCC is ranked No. 2 in Class AA in the state according to the Patriot-News of Harrisburg and there are many on the western side of Pennsylvania that believe GCC is the best team in the classification.
Bishop McCort, the defending District 6 Class AA champs, lost 81-72 on Monday in a highly competitive game as Nemo Trexler scored 32 points for the Crimson Crushers. GCC is one tough place to play.
Bishop McCort followed with a tough win at Greater Johnstown and by rallying from a double-digit deficit to defeat Bishop Carroll for the LHAC championship. It's McCort's second win over Carroll this season.
1. Bishop McCort 15-7
Forget the record, the Crimson Crushers are ready for the postseason, even as the No. 6 seed in District 6.
2. Bishop Carroll 19-4
Huskies enter District 6 Class A bracket as top seed.
3. Shade 22-1
Panthers went 24 of 25 from free-throw line in WestPAC title game - a convincing win over Conemaugh Township.
4. Penn Cambria 17-4
UPJ recruit A.J. Leahey is averaging 19.9 points, 11.8 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 2.5 blocks per game.
5. Northern Cambria 18-4
Colts bringing a five-game win streak into District 6 Class AA playoffs.
6. Conemaugh Township 20-3
Loss to Shade snapped 18-game win streak for Chuck Lesko's Indians.
7. Greater Johnstown 14-7
Trojans played just one game last week - a loss to Bishop McCort - and have this week off before the District 6 Class AAA championship game next week.
8. Somerset 14-8
Golden Eagles ended regular season on up note with wins at Richland and Bedford. They play the Bisons again in the D6 AAA semis.
9. Shanksville-Stonycreek 19-3
Vikings' loss to Shade was second home setback of season. First came against Conemaugh Township.
10. Ligonier Valley 14-7
Surging Rams have won five consecutive games entering postseason.
Saturday, February 16, 2013
District 6 girls' Class AA preview
Top seeds: 1. Bald Eagle Area (20-1), 2. Bellwood-Antis (19-1), 3. Westmont Hilltop (19-3), 4. Blairsville (21-1).
Defending champion: Forest Hills.
Top players: Erin Rodgers, Paige Lamberson (Westmont Hilltop), Sarah Pfeil, Katie Gehlmann (Richland), Mackenzie Barbin, Emily Daley (Bishop McCort), Bri Wasser, Taylor King-Brothers (Central Cambria), Kaitlyn Krug, Bri Mulhern (Penn Cambria), Marissa Ward (Bald Eagle), Mackenzie Livingston (Blairsville).
The skinny: Bald Eagle's record is impressive. The level of competition they played isn't. Ditto for Bellwood-Antis. ... The Hilltoppers play Bishop Guilfoyle for the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference title later today. ... Blairsville averages close to 70 points per game and is coached by former Richland coach Ralph McGinnis. ... Richland is seeded seventh and if the Rams get past Central Cambria, they could give No. 2 Bellwood-Antis trouble. ... Bishop McCort has displayed considerable improvement as the season has progressed.
Sleeper: Richland.
Prediction: Blairsville over Westmont Hilltop.
Defending champion: Forest Hills.
Top players: Erin Rodgers, Paige Lamberson (Westmont Hilltop), Sarah Pfeil, Katie Gehlmann (Richland), Mackenzie Barbin, Emily Daley (Bishop McCort), Bri Wasser, Taylor King-Brothers (Central Cambria), Kaitlyn Krug, Bri Mulhern (Penn Cambria), Marissa Ward (Bald Eagle), Mackenzie Livingston (Blairsville).
The skinny: Bald Eagle's record is impressive. The level of competition they played isn't. Ditto for Bellwood-Antis. ... The Hilltoppers play Bishop Guilfoyle for the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference title later today. ... Blairsville averages close to 70 points per game and is coached by former Richland coach Ralph McGinnis. ... Richland is seeded seventh and if the Rams get past Central Cambria, they could give No. 2 Bellwood-Antis trouble. ... Bishop McCort has displayed considerable improvement as the season has progressed.
Sleeper: Richland.
Prediction: Blairsville over Westmont Hilltop.
Friday, February 15, 2013
District 6 boys' Class AA playoff preview
Top seeds: 1. Bald Eagle Area (19-2), 2. Penn Cambria (17-4), 3. Bellwood-Antis (18-2), 4. Tyrone (16-5).
Defending champion: Bishop McCort
Players to watch: A.J. Leahey, Devin Lawhead (Penn Cambria), Nemo Trexler, Billy Hipp (Bishop McCort), Kyle Flick (Richland), Adam Polites, Jeff Hogan (Northern Cambria), Isaac Vescovi (Cambria Heights), Dennis Fisher (Bald Eagle Area), Noah Davis (Bellwood-Antis).
The skinny: Only two of the bracket's top eight seeds hail from the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference - Penn Cambria (second), Bishop McCort (eighth). Both are capable of making a postseason push. Richland is seeded 12th and had an up-and-down season, yet the Rams figure to be a very difficult first-round opponent for Northern Cambria, which is the defending D6 Class A champ. Thanks to WJAC's Matt Maisel, who alerted The Varsity Club that Bellwood-Antis' Noah Davis, who averages more than 22 ppg, has a broken wrist but played in the Blue Devils' most recent game.
Sleeper: Bishop McCort
Championship: Bishop McCort over Tyrone.
Defending champion: Bishop McCort
Players to watch: A.J. Leahey, Devin Lawhead (Penn Cambria), Nemo Trexler, Billy Hipp (Bishop McCort), Kyle Flick (Richland), Adam Polites, Jeff Hogan (Northern Cambria), Isaac Vescovi (Cambria Heights), Dennis Fisher (Bald Eagle Area), Noah Davis (Bellwood-Antis).
The skinny: Only two of the bracket's top eight seeds hail from the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference - Penn Cambria (second), Bishop McCort (eighth). Both are capable of making a postseason push. Richland is seeded 12th and had an up-and-down season, yet the Rams figure to be a very difficult first-round opponent for Northern Cambria, which is the defending D6 Class A champ. Thanks to WJAC's Matt Maisel, who alerted The Varsity Club that Bellwood-Antis' Noah Davis, who averages more than 22 ppg, has a broken wrist but played in the Blue Devils' most recent game.
Sleeper: Bishop McCort
Championship: Bishop McCort over Tyrone.
Monday, February 11, 2013
T-D boys' basketball rankings
1. Bishop Carroll 16-3
Despite home loss to Bishop Guilfoyle, Huskies still worthy of top spot for now.
2. Penn Cambria 16-3
Panthers peaking at right time, especially with road game at Bishop Carroll on Wednesday.
3. Conemaugh Township 17-2
Indians face intriguing nonconference game tonight against a Richland team capable of beating anyone.
4. Bishop McCort 13-6
Crushers post impressive back-to-back wins against Somerset and Richland. Tonight's game at Greensburg Central Catholic could show how ready McCort is for postseason.
5. Northern Cambria 15-4
Colts haven't lost a home game in Heritage Conference play. They host Homer-Center in key game Tuesday.
6. Greater Johnstown 14-6
Trojans can play for LHAC championship with win vs. Bishop McCort on Wednesday.
7. Shade 19-1
Panthers can clinch spot in WestPAC title game with win at Shanksville Stonycreek. Could Ryan Fyock play in key game?
8. Shanksville Stonycreek 18-2
Vikings just keep winning and they host Shade on Tuesday. Their the only team to beat the Panthers.
9. Somerset 12-7
Up-and-down Golden Eagles have lost two of three. Of course, those losses are against Greater Johnstown and Bishop McCort.
10. Ligonier Valley 11-7
New to rankings, Rams probably need to win tonight at homes against Penn Cambria to stay.
Despite home loss to Bishop Guilfoyle, Huskies still worthy of top spot for now.
2. Penn Cambria 16-3
Panthers peaking at right time, especially with road game at Bishop Carroll on Wednesday.
3. Conemaugh Township 17-2
Indians face intriguing nonconference game tonight against a Richland team capable of beating anyone.
4. Bishop McCort 13-6
Crushers post impressive back-to-back wins against Somerset and Richland. Tonight's game at Greensburg Central Catholic could show how ready McCort is for postseason.
5. Northern Cambria 15-4
Colts haven't lost a home game in Heritage Conference play. They host Homer-Center in key game Tuesday.
6. Greater Johnstown 14-6
Trojans can play for LHAC championship with win vs. Bishop McCort on Wednesday.
7. Shade 19-1
Panthers can clinch spot in WestPAC title game with win at Shanksville Stonycreek. Could Ryan Fyock play in key game?
8. Shanksville Stonycreek 18-2
Vikings just keep winning and they host Shade on Tuesday. Their the only team to beat the Panthers.
9. Somerset 12-7
Up-and-down Golden Eagles have lost two of three. Of course, those losses are against Greater Johnstown and Bishop McCort.
10. Ligonier Valley 11-7
New to rankings, Rams probably need to win tonight at homes against Penn Cambria to stay.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Patriot-News boys' basketball rankings
Class AAAA
1. Chester (12-3)
2. Lower Merion (14-2)
3. Harrisburg (14-1)
4. McCaskey (14-2)
5. New Castle (15-0)
6. St. Joseph’s Prep (12-3)
7. Cathedral Prep (13-2)
8. Williamsport (13-2)
9. North Allegheny (13-1)
10. York (14-2)
Honorable mention
Abington (11-4), Council Rock North (13-2), Norristown (12-3), Penn Wood (9-4), Pennsbury (11-3), Ridley (13-2), Great Valley (15-0), Hatboro-Horsham (13-2), Gateway (10-2), Hampton (12-3), Seneca Valley (12-3), Bethel Park (14-1), Roman Catholic (11-4), La Salle College (12-4), Martin Luther King (15-0), State College (12-3), Parkland (13-3) , Pocono Mountain West (12-2).
Class AAA
1. Imhotep Charter (14-3)
2. Neumann-Goretti (11-4)
3. Allentown Central Catholic (13-2)
4. Mars (13-2)
5. Archbishop Carroll (12-3)
6. Beaver Area (13-1)
7. Chartiers Valley (13-1)
8. Susquehanna Twp (16-1)
9. Abington Heights (11-2)
10. Berks Catholic (14-3)
Honorable mention
Bishop McDevitt (10-5), Donegal (17-0), Greencastle-Antrim (12-3), Palmyra (11-5) Steel-High (13-2), Gettysburg (14-4), Montour (10-4), Thomas Jefferson (10-4), Uniontown (12-2),West Mifflin (11-3), Central Valley (12-4), General McLane (10-3), Hickory (10-2), Girard (10-3), Wilson Area (15-1), Pottsville (11-4), Holy Ghost Prep (11-3), Glen Mills (10-4) , Philadelphia Electrical (9-8), Archbishop Wood (8-5), Danville (10-2).
Class AA
1. Meyers (12-1)
2. Beaver Falls (12-3)
3. Greensburg Central Catholic (15-1)
4. Jeannette (13-2)
5. Holy Cross (10-3)
6. Trinity (11-3)
7. Communications Tech (9-4)
8. West Middlesex (11-3)
9. Loyalsock (10-2)
10. Lewisburg (11-1)
Honorable mention
Dunmore (8-5), Mid Valley (12-2), Riverside (10-4), Seton-La Salle (13-2), Sto-Rox (8-5), Quaker Valley (12-3), Serra Catholic (12-2), Lakeview (12-2), Mercyhurst Prep (9-5), Bald Eagle Area (12-1, Bishop McCort (8-4), Wellsboro (14-1), Constitution (9-7), Del-Val Charter (7-8) and Freire Charter (11-5).
Class A
1. Math, Civics & Sciences (15-0)
2. Vaux (10-5)
3. Lincoln Park (10-4)
4. Church Farm (10-4)
5. Johnsonburg (13-1)
6. Bishop Carroll (11-2)
7. Vincentian (14-1)
8. Ridgway (11-3)
9. St. John Neumann (12-0)
10. Bishop Guilfoyle (11-2)
Honorable mention
Shade (12-1), Shanksville-Stonycreek (11-1), North Catholic (10-4), Union Area (13-2), OLSH (11-3), Clairton (8-3), Smethport (12-1), North Clarion (13-1), A-C Valley (12-2), Elk County Catholic (10-3), Clarion (11-3), Mahanoy Area (12-3), Marian Catholic (13-3), Pius X (12-2), Shenandoah Valley (11-4), Lourdes Regional (11-4), Sullivan County (14-1), Muncy (8-3), Greenwood (15-2), Lebanon Catholic (12-4), New Hope Academy (12-2), Kennedy Catholic (8-3), Old Forge (9-5), Delco Christian (10-4).
1. Chester (12-3)
2. Lower Merion (14-2)
3. Harrisburg (14-1)
4. McCaskey (14-2)
5. New Castle (15-0)
6. St. Joseph’s Prep (12-3)
7. Cathedral Prep (13-2)
8. Williamsport (13-2)
9. North Allegheny (13-1)
10. York (14-2)
Honorable mention
Abington (11-4), Council Rock North (13-2), Norristown (12-3), Penn Wood (9-4), Pennsbury (11-3), Ridley (13-2), Great Valley (15-0), Hatboro-Horsham (13-2), Gateway (10-2), Hampton (12-3), Seneca Valley (12-3), Bethel Park (14-1), Roman Catholic (11-4), La Salle College (12-4), Martin Luther King (15-0), State College (12-3), Parkland (13-3) , Pocono Mountain West (12-2).
Class AAA
1. Imhotep Charter (14-3)
2. Neumann-Goretti (11-4)
3. Allentown Central Catholic (13-2)
4. Mars (13-2)
5. Archbishop Carroll (12-3)
6. Beaver Area (13-1)
7. Chartiers Valley (13-1)
8. Susquehanna Twp (16-1)
9. Abington Heights (11-2)
10. Berks Catholic (14-3)
Honorable mention
Bishop McDevitt (10-5), Donegal (17-0), Greencastle-Antrim (12-3), Palmyra (11-5) Steel-High (13-2), Gettysburg (14-4), Montour (10-4), Thomas Jefferson (10-4), Uniontown (12-2),West Mifflin (11-3), Central Valley (12-4), General McLane (10-3), Hickory (10-2), Girard (10-3), Wilson Area (15-1), Pottsville (11-4), Holy Ghost Prep (11-3), Glen Mills (10-4) , Philadelphia Electrical (9-8), Archbishop Wood (8-5), Danville (10-2).
Class AA
1. Meyers (12-1)
2. Beaver Falls (12-3)
3. Greensburg Central Catholic (15-1)
4. Jeannette (13-2)
5. Holy Cross (10-3)
6. Trinity (11-3)
7. Communications Tech (9-4)
8. West Middlesex (11-3)
9. Loyalsock (10-2)
10. Lewisburg (11-1)
Honorable mention
Dunmore (8-5), Mid Valley (12-2), Riverside (10-4), Seton-La Salle (13-2), Sto-Rox (8-5), Quaker Valley (12-3), Serra Catholic (12-2), Lakeview (12-2), Mercyhurst Prep (9-5), Bald Eagle Area (12-1, Bishop McCort (8-4), Wellsboro (14-1), Constitution (9-7), Del-Val Charter (7-8) and Freire Charter (11-5).
Class A
1. Math, Civics & Sciences (15-0)
2. Vaux (10-5)
3. Lincoln Park (10-4)
4. Church Farm (10-4)
5. Johnsonburg (13-1)
6. Bishop Carroll (11-2)
7. Vincentian (14-1)
8. Ridgway (11-3)
9. St. John Neumann (12-0)
10. Bishop Guilfoyle (11-2)
Honorable mention
Shade (12-1), Shanksville-Stonycreek (11-1), North Catholic (10-4), Union Area (13-2), OLSH (11-3), Clairton (8-3), Smethport (12-1), North Clarion (13-1), A-C Valley (12-2), Elk County Catholic (10-3), Clarion (11-3), Mahanoy Area (12-3), Marian Catholic (13-3), Pius X (12-2), Shenandoah Valley (11-4), Lourdes Regional (11-4), Sullivan County (14-1), Muncy (8-3), Greenwood (15-2), Lebanon Catholic (12-4), New Hope Academy (12-2), Kennedy Catholic (8-3), Old Forge (9-5), Delco Christian (10-4).
Monday, January 21, 2013
T-D boys' basketball rankings
The hottest team in The Tribune-Democrat coverage area? It's the Bishop Carroll boys.
Consider:
* The Huskies have won eight consecutive games and ascended to the top of the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference Section 1 standings.
* During that span, Bishop Carroll won at Bishop Guilfoyle by 24, at Penn Cambria by 11, at Vincentian Academy by two on a Saturday and at Cambria Heights by 23.
* Even the Huskies' most recent loss was impressive. Bishop Carroll took Bishop McCort to overtime at McCort before losing by three points.
* Sophomore Brandon Martinazzi is emerging as a big-game player and Marcus Lee is a force inside.
After a game tonight against North Star, Bishop Carroll faces two tough tests - home against Greater Johhnstown on Wednesday and at Richland on Friday.
For now, the Huskies have accomplished more than enough to replace Shade atop The Tribune-Democrat boys basketball rankings.
1. Bishop Carroll 11-2
Huskies haven't lost since Dec. 22 or to any Class A team.
2. Northern Cambria 11-3
Colts living up to preseason billing. Big home game versus Ligonier Valley on Thursday.
3. Bishop McCort 8-4
The Crimson Crushers show moxie late against Trojans, but stumbled early in week against Richland.
4. Greater Johnstown 9-4
Roshon Fields and Phil Madison playing well in the big games.
5. Penn Cambria 10-3
A.J. Leahey is as talented as any player around. UPJ has to be happy about that.
6. Shanksville-Stonycreek 11-1
Vikings' Carter Slade hits buzzer-beater at Shade. Three tough games this week.
7. Conemaugh Township 10-2
Indians haven't played a close game in more than a month.
8. Shade 12-1
Panthers lost at buzzer to Shanksville minus leading scorer Ryan Fyock.
9. Somerset 10-5
Jake Close found his scoring touch and Eagles scored big win versus Richland.
10. Richland 7-4
Bishop McCort win proves Rams capable of beating any area team.
Consider:
* The Huskies have won eight consecutive games and ascended to the top of the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference Section 1 standings.
* During that span, Bishop Carroll won at Bishop Guilfoyle by 24, at Penn Cambria by 11, at Vincentian Academy by two on a Saturday and at Cambria Heights by 23.
* Even the Huskies' most recent loss was impressive. Bishop Carroll took Bishop McCort to overtime at McCort before losing by three points.
* Sophomore Brandon Martinazzi is emerging as a big-game player and Marcus Lee is a force inside.
After a game tonight against North Star, Bishop Carroll faces two tough tests - home against Greater Johhnstown on Wednesday and at Richland on Friday.
For now, the Huskies have accomplished more than enough to replace Shade atop The Tribune-Democrat boys basketball rankings.
1. Bishop Carroll 11-2
Huskies haven't lost since Dec. 22 or to any Class A team.
2. Northern Cambria 11-3
Colts living up to preseason billing. Big home game versus Ligonier Valley on Thursday.
3. Bishop McCort 8-4
The Crimson Crushers show moxie late against Trojans, but stumbled early in week against Richland.
4. Greater Johnstown 9-4
Roshon Fields and Phil Madison playing well in the big games.
5. Penn Cambria 10-3
A.J. Leahey is as talented as any player around. UPJ has to be happy about that.
6. Shanksville-Stonycreek 11-1
Vikings' Carter Slade hits buzzer-beater at Shade. Three tough games this week.
7. Conemaugh Township 10-2
Indians haven't played a close game in more than a month.
8. Shade 12-1
Panthers lost at buzzer to Shanksville minus leading scorer Ryan Fyock.
9. Somerset 10-5
Jake Close found his scoring touch and Eagles scored big win versus Richland.
10. Richland 7-4
Bishop McCort win proves Rams capable of beating any area team.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Patriot-News boys basketball rankings
Class AAAA
1. Chester (9-3)
2. Lower Merion (12-1)
3. St. Joseph’s Prep (10-2)
4. Harrisburg (12-1)
5. McCaskey (12-2)
6. New Castle (13-0)
7. Cathedral Prep (11-1)
8. Abington (10-2)
9. Williamsport (11-2)
10. Parkland (11-1)
Honorable mention
York (11-2), Council Rock North (11-1), Norristown (9-3), Penn Wood (8-2), Pennsbury (8-3), Ridley (12-1), Pocono Mountain West (9-2), Gateway (9-1), North Allegheny (11-1), Hampton (11-2), Seneca Valley (9-3), State College (10-3), La Salle College (8-4), Roman Catholic outfit (9-4), Martin Luther King (13-0).
Class AAA
1. Imhotep Charter (11-3)
2. Neumann-Goretti (8-4)
3. Allentown Central Catholic (11-2)
4. Mars (11-2)
5. Beaver Area (12-0)
6. Chartiers Valley (11-1)
7. Archbishop Carroll (9-3)
8. Susquehanna Twp (14-1)
9. Abington Heights (9-2)
10. Berks Catholic (11-3)
Honorable mention
Bishop McDevitt (9-4), Donegal (14-0), Palmyra (10-5), Greencastle-Antrim (11-2), Steel-High (11-2), South Fayette (11-2) Thomas Jefferson (9-3), Glen Mills (7-4), Holy Ghost Prep (8-3), General McLane (8-3), Hickory (8-2), Meadville (9-2), Wilson Area (13-1), Philly Electrical (8-7), Archbishop Wood (8-4).
Class AA
1. Meyers (10-1)
2. Beaver Falls (10-3)
3. Jeannette (12-1).
4. Greensburg Central Catholic (13-1)
5. Holy Cross (8-3)
6. Trinity (9-3)
7. Communications Tech (8-3)
8. West Middlesex (8-3)
9. Loyalsock (8-2)
10. Lewisburg (10-0)
Honorable mention
Constitution (8-5), Del-Val Charter (6-7), Freire Charter (9-5), Dunmore (7-4), Mid Valley (10-2), Riverside (9-3), Delone Catholic (8-4), Wellsboro (13-1), Bald Eagle Area (11-0), Bishop McCort (7-3), Mercyhurst Prep (7-5), Lakeview (10-2), Quaker Valley (10-3), Washington (11-2), Seton-La Salle (11-2), Serra Catholic (10-2).
Class A
1. Math, Civics & Sciences (12-0)
2. Vaux (7-5)
3. Lincoln Park (8-4)
4. Church Farm (9-4)
5. Johnsonburg (10-1)
6. Bishop Carroll (9-2)
7. Vincentian (11-1)
8. Ridgway (11-2)
9. Shade (10-0)
10. St. John Neumann (10-0)
Honorable mention
North Catholic (8-4), Sullivan (11-1), Muncy (7-2), Lourdes (9-3), Mahanoy Area (10-3), Marian Catholic (10-3), Pius X (10-2), Shenandoah Valley (9-3), Bishop Guilfoyle (7-2), Shanksville-Stonycreek (9-1), Kennedy Catholic (6-3), Greenwood (12-2), Lebanon Catholic (11-3), New Hope Academy (8-2), Smethport (10-1), North Clarion (11-1), A-C Valley (11-1), Elk County Catholic (8-3), Old Forge (8-4), Delco Christian (8-3)
1. Chester (9-3)
2. Lower Merion (12-1)
3. St. Joseph’s Prep (10-2)
4. Harrisburg (12-1)
5. McCaskey (12-2)
6. New Castle (13-0)
7. Cathedral Prep (11-1)
8. Abington (10-2)
9. Williamsport (11-2)
10. Parkland (11-1)
Honorable mention
York (11-2), Council Rock North (11-1), Norristown (9-3), Penn Wood (8-2), Pennsbury (8-3), Ridley (12-1), Pocono Mountain West (9-2), Gateway (9-1), North Allegheny (11-1), Hampton (11-2), Seneca Valley (9-3), State College (10-3), La Salle College (8-4), Roman Catholic outfit (9-4), Martin Luther King (13-0).
Class AAA
1. Imhotep Charter (11-3)
2. Neumann-Goretti (8-4)
3. Allentown Central Catholic (11-2)
4. Mars (11-2)
5. Beaver Area (12-0)
6. Chartiers Valley (11-1)
7. Archbishop Carroll (9-3)
8. Susquehanna Twp (14-1)
9. Abington Heights (9-2)
10. Berks Catholic (11-3)
Honorable mention
Bishop McDevitt (9-4), Donegal (14-0), Palmyra (10-5), Greencastle-Antrim (11-2), Steel-High (11-2), South Fayette (11-2) Thomas Jefferson (9-3), Glen Mills (7-4), Holy Ghost Prep (8-3), General McLane (8-3), Hickory (8-2), Meadville (9-2), Wilson Area (13-1), Philly Electrical (8-7), Archbishop Wood (8-4).
Class AA
1. Meyers (10-1)
2. Beaver Falls (10-3)
3. Jeannette (12-1).
4. Greensburg Central Catholic (13-1)
5. Holy Cross (8-3)
6. Trinity (9-3)
7. Communications Tech (8-3)
8. West Middlesex (8-3)
9. Loyalsock (8-2)
10. Lewisburg (10-0)
Honorable mention
Constitution (8-5), Del-Val Charter (6-7), Freire Charter (9-5), Dunmore (7-4), Mid Valley (10-2), Riverside (9-3), Delone Catholic (8-4), Wellsboro (13-1), Bald Eagle Area (11-0), Bishop McCort (7-3), Mercyhurst Prep (7-5), Lakeview (10-2), Quaker Valley (10-3), Washington (11-2), Seton-La Salle (11-2), Serra Catholic (10-2).
Class A
1. Math, Civics & Sciences (12-0)
2. Vaux (7-5)
3. Lincoln Park (8-4)
4. Church Farm (9-4)
5. Johnsonburg (10-1)
6. Bishop Carroll (9-2)
7. Vincentian (11-1)
8. Ridgway (11-2)
9. Shade (10-0)
10. St. John Neumann (10-0)
Honorable mention
North Catholic (8-4), Sullivan (11-1), Muncy (7-2), Lourdes (9-3), Mahanoy Area (10-3), Marian Catholic (10-3), Pius X (10-2), Shenandoah Valley (9-3), Bishop Guilfoyle (7-2), Shanksville-Stonycreek (9-1), Kennedy Catholic (6-3), Greenwood (12-2), Lebanon Catholic (11-3), New Hope Academy (8-2), Smethport (10-1), North Clarion (11-1), A-C Valley (11-1), Elk County Catholic (8-3), Old Forge (8-4), Delco Christian (8-3)
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
T-D boys' basketball rankings
There were a pair of impressive, eye-opening victories the past week.
The first happened on Saturday as Bishop Carroll traveled to unbeaten Vincentian Academy, which is located a couple miles north of Ross Park Mall, and defeated the Royals, 81-81. Vincentian was a top-10 team in PIAA Class A according to the Patriot-News of Harrisburg. Credit Bishop Carroll for playing with focus following a long Saturday road trip.
On Monday night, Greater Johnstown traveled to Altoona for a clash of old-school rivals. The Mountain Lions were coming off a win over State College, but the undaunted Trojans put together a strong third quarter and got another standout performance from Philip Madison en route to a confidence-building 60-45 win.
With the postseason coming into view, both victories are good signs for the Huskies and Trojans.
1. Shade 11-0
Panthers face difficult home game tonight vs. one-loss Shanksville-Stonycreek.
2. Greater Johnstown 8-3
Difficult nonconference schedule starting to pay off in win column.
3. Bishop Carroll 9-2
Face another difficult test Friday at Penn Cambria.
4. Penn Camrbia 9-2
After back-to-back one-point losses, Panthers have blown out three consecutive opponents.
5. Bishop McCort 8-3
Crimson Crushers are as talented as any team around.
6. Northern Cambria 10-3
Five-game win streak has put shaky start in the past.
7. Shanksville-Stonycreek 9-1
Tiny Shanksville's lone loss is to Class AAA Somerset.
8. Cambria Heights 8-4
Two trips to Ebensburg resulted in a split, including a 23-point loss to Bishop Carroll.
9. Conemaugh Township 7-2
The Indians must take offense to giving up points judging by their scores.
10. Somerset 7-5
The Golden Eagles can hang with any team as long as the 3-pointers are falling.
The first happened on Saturday as Bishop Carroll traveled to unbeaten Vincentian Academy, which is located a couple miles north of Ross Park Mall, and defeated the Royals, 81-81. Vincentian was a top-10 team in PIAA Class A according to the Patriot-News of Harrisburg. Credit Bishop Carroll for playing with focus following a long Saturday road trip.
On Monday night, Greater Johnstown traveled to Altoona for a clash of old-school rivals. The Mountain Lions were coming off a win over State College, but the undaunted Trojans put together a strong third quarter and got another standout performance from Philip Madison en route to a confidence-building 60-45 win.
With the postseason coming into view, both victories are good signs for the Huskies and Trojans.
1. Shade 11-0
Panthers face difficult home game tonight vs. one-loss Shanksville-Stonycreek.
2. Greater Johnstown 8-3
Difficult nonconference schedule starting to pay off in win column.
3. Bishop Carroll 9-2
Face another difficult test Friday at Penn Cambria.
4. Penn Camrbia 9-2
After back-to-back one-point losses, Panthers have blown out three consecutive opponents.
5. Bishop McCort 8-3
Crimson Crushers are as talented as any team around.
6. Northern Cambria 10-3
Five-game win streak has put shaky start in the past.
7. Shanksville-Stonycreek 9-1
Tiny Shanksville's lone loss is to Class AAA Somerset.
8. Cambria Heights 8-4
Two trips to Ebensburg resulted in a split, including a 23-point loss to Bishop Carroll.
9. Conemaugh Township 7-2
The Indians must take offense to giving up points judging by their scores.
10. Somerset 7-5
The Golden Eagles can hang with any team as long as the 3-pointers are falling.
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Patriot-News boys' basketball rankings
Class AAAA
1. Chester (7-2)
2. Lower Merion (9-1)
3. St. Joseph’s Prep (8-2)
4. Harrisburg (10-1)
5. McCaskey (9-2) .
6. New Castle (10-0)
7. Cathedral Prep (9-1)
8. North Allegheny (10-0)
9. Hampton (10-0)
10. Williamsport (9-2)
HONORABLE MENTION
York (8-2), Abington (8-2), Bensalem (7-2), Council Rock North (8-1), Norristown (8-2), Penn Wood (7-1), Bethlehem Liberty (6-2), Easton (6-3), Parkland (8-1), Pocono Mountain West (7-1), Gateway (7-1), State College (8-2), La Salle College (7-3), Roman Catholic (7-4), Martin Luther King (10-0).
Class AAA
1. Neumann-Goretti (7-3)
2. Imhotep Charter (7-3)
3. Chartiers Valley (8-0)
4. Archbishop Carroll (8-2)
5. Abington Heights (7-1)
6. Mars (9-2)
7. Allentown Central Catholic (8-2)
8. Beaver Area (10-0)
9. Archbishop Wood (7-3)
10. Susquehanna Twp (10-1)
HONORABLE MENTION
Berks Catholic (6-3), Bishop McDevitt (8-3), Donegal (11-0), Palmyra (9-3), General McLane (6-2), Hickory (6-2), Warren (6-1), Meadville (8-2), Montour (7-2), South Fayette (7-2), West Mifflin (8-2), Wilson Area (10-1), Holy Ghost Prep (7-2, Philly Electrical (6-5).
Class AA
1. Meyers (8-1)]
2. Trinity (8-2)
3. Beaver Falls (8-2)
4. Communications Tech (6-2)
5. Holy Cross (6-3)
6. Constitution (8-3)
7. Jeannette (10-1)
8. Greensburg Central Catholic (10-1)
9. West Middlesex (5-3)
10. Loyalsock (7-1)
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Bishop McCort (5-2), Mercyhurst Prep (5-5) , Sto-Rox (5-4), Delone Catholic Squires (6-4), Lakeview (9-1), Seton-La Salle (9-2), Lewisburg (8-0), Serra Catholic (9-1), Del-Val Charter (5-3), Dunmore (6-3).
Class A
1. Math, Civics & Sciences (10-0)
2. Vaux (4-5)
3. Church Farm (7-3)
4. Lincoln Park (5-4)
5. Johnsonburg (8-1)
6. North Catholic (7-2)
7. Vincentian (9-0)
8. Ridgway (9-2)
9. Shade (10-0)
10. Sullivan County (9-0)
HONORABLE MENTION
Old Forge (8-2), Kennedy Catholic (4-3), Shanksville-Stonycreek (7-1), Greenwood (9-2), Lebanon Catholic (9-2), New Hope Academy (7-2), St. John Neumann (8-0), Lourdes Regional (8-2), Bishop Carroll (6-2), Bishop Guilfoyle (5-1), Clairton (3-1), Our Lady of Sacred Heart (9-1), Union (9-1), Elk County Catholic (6-3), North Clarion (8-1), Smethport (8-1), Mahanoy Area (8-3), Marian Catholic (8-2), Pius X (8-2), Shenandoah Valley (6-3).
1. Chester (7-2)
2. Lower Merion (9-1)
3. St. Joseph’s Prep (8-2)
4. Harrisburg (10-1)
5. McCaskey (9-2) .
6. New Castle (10-0)
7. Cathedral Prep (9-1)
8. North Allegheny (10-0)
9. Hampton (10-0)
10. Williamsport (9-2)
HONORABLE MENTION
York (8-2), Abington (8-2), Bensalem (7-2), Council Rock North (8-1), Norristown (8-2), Penn Wood (7-1), Bethlehem Liberty (6-2), Easton (6-3), Parkland (8-1), Pocono Mountain West (7-1), Gateway (7-1), State College (8-2), La Salle College (7-3), Roman Catholic (7-4), Martin Luther King (10-0).
Class AAA
1. Neumann-Goretti (7-3)
2. Imhotep Charter (7-3)
3. Chartiers Valley (8-0)
4. Archbishop Carroll (8-2)
5. Abington Heights (7-1)
6. Mars (9-2)
7. Allentown Central Catholic (8-2)
8. Beaver Area (10-0)
9. Archbishop Wood (7-3)
10. Susquehanna Twp (10-1)
HONORABLE MENTION
Berks Catholic (6-3), Bishop McDevitt (8-3), Donegal (11-0), Palmyra (9-3), General McLane (6-2), Hickory (6-2), Warren (6-1), Meadville (8-2), Montour (7-2), South Fayette (7-2), West Mifflin (8-2), Wilson Area (10-1), Holy Ghost Prep (7-2, Philly Electrical (6-5).
Class AA
1. Meyers (8-1)]
2. Trinity (8-2)
3. Beaver Falls (8-2)
4. Communications Tech (6-2)
5. Holy Cross (6-3)
6. Constitution (8-3)
7. Jeannette (10-1)
8. Greensburg Central Catholic (10-1)
9. West Middlesex (5-3)
10. Loyalsock (7-1)
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Bishop McCort (5-2), Mercyhurst Prep (5-5) , Sto-Rox (5-4), Delone Catholic Squires (6-4), Lakeview (9-1), Seton-La Salle (9-2), Lewisburg (8-0), Serra Catholic (9-1), Del-Val Charter (5-3), Dunmore (6-3).
Class A
1. Math, Civics & Sciences (10-0)
2. Vaux (4-5)
3. Church Farm (7-3)
4. Lincoln Park (5-4)
5. Johnsonburg (8-1)
6. North Catholic (7-2)
7. Vincentian (9-0)
8. Ridgway (9-2)
9. Shade (10-0)
10. Sullivan County (9-0)
HONORABLE MENTION
Old Forge (8-2), Kennedy Catholic (4-3), Shanksville-Stonycreek (7-1), Greenwood (9-2), Lebanon Catholic (9-2), New Hope Academy (7-2), St. John Neumann (8-0), Lourdes Regional (8-2), Bishop Carroll (6-2), Bishop Guilfoyle (5-1), Clairton (3-1), Our Lady of Sacred Heart (9-1), Union (9-1), Elk County Catholic (6-3), North Clarion (8-1), Smethport (8-1), Mahanoy Area (8-3), Marian Catholic (8-2), Pius X (8-2), Shenandoah Valley (6-3).
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
The season's first Tribune-Democrat basketball rankings
Other work commitments have kept The Varsity Club on the quiet side in recent weeks, and there were even thoughts of keeping the blog dedicated to high school football. But we're going to crank things up for the rest of the winter sports season and see how things go.
T-D sports staffer Shawn Curtis suggested The Varsity Club offer the area's first intergender basketball rankings. Interesting idea (kind of), but we'll keep things separate ... at least for now.
Since most teams are at or nearing the halfway mark of the regular season, seems like a good time to do some local basketball rankings.
Boys
1. Shade 10-0
2. Bishop McCort 6-2
3. Greater Johnstown 6-3
4. Penn Cambria 7-2
5. Somerset 7-4
6. Bishop Carroll 7-2
7. Cambria Heights 7-3
8. Northern Cambria 7-3
9. Richland 4-1
10. Conemaugh Township 6-2
Girls
1. Richland 9-1
2. Forest Hills 8-2
3. Berlin 8-2
4. Portage 9-1
5. Ligonier Valley 7-2
6. Westmobt Hilltop 7-2
7. Conemaugh Valley 7-2
8. Meyersdale 7-1
9. United 7-4
10. Conemaugh Township 7-2
T-D sports staffer Shawn Curtis suggested The Varsity Club offer the area's first intergender basketball rankings. Interesting idea (kind of), but we'll keep things separate ... at least for now.
Since most teams are at or nearing the halfway mark of the regular season, seems like a good time to do some local basketball rankings.
Boys
1. Shade 10-0
2. Bishop McCort 6-2
3. Greater Johnstown 6-3
4. Penn Cambria 7-2
5. Somerset 7-4
6. Bishop Carroll 7-2
7. Cambria Heights 7-3
8. Northern Cambria 7-3
9. Richland 4-1
10. Conemaugh Township 6-2
Girls
1. Richland 9-1
2. Forest Hills 8-2
3. Berlin 8-2
4. Portage 9-1
5. Ligonier Valley 7-2
6. Westmobt Hilltop 7-2
7. Conemaugh Valley 7-2
8. Meyersdale 7-1
9. United 7-4
10. Conemaugh Township 7-2
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Area well represented on PFN All-State teams
The Pennsylvania Football news released its comprehensive All-State teams on Tuesday, and the area is well-represented, particularly in Class AA.
If you want to read the entire list of players, click here.
Locally, many of the players – Richland's Tanner Solarczyk, Berlin' Drew Glotflety and Penn Cambria Mack Behe – one would expect to be recognized were. There were a few surprises, too.
Greater Johnstown's Dalvin Williams was the lone local representative on the Class AAA team. He earned second-team honors at linebacker after he finished the regular season with 149 tackles. Williams was a first-team selection to the Pennsylvania Sports Writers' All-State team and had 10 or more tackles in all 10 of the Trojans' games.
Solarczyk, selected Tribune-Democrat Offensive Player of the Year, was a first-team running back in Class AA and was joined on the first team by Rams receiver Kyle Flick. Richland also placed quarterback Matt Shaffer on the second team along with lineman Josh Dininny. Receiver Luke Shertzer was the fifth Richland player selected as he made third team offense.
Ligonier Valley placed two on the Class AA offense. Lineman Micah Tennant, who will play at Lehigh, was a second-team selection and Ryan Torrance made third team at running back.
Forest Hills receiver Jared Shope, who spent time at quarterback this season because of an injury to Rangers starter Joe Donoughe, was a third-team selection.
Behe made the PA Sports Writers All-State team at linebacker as a junior and a senior, so it's no surprise that the disruptive force from Penn Cambria earned a first-team spot in Class AA. He's joined at linebacker by Ligonier's Stuart Urch, who had 20 sacks.
Central Cambria defensive lineman Tyler Gironda was a third-team selection in Class AA.
Two area talents landed on the Class A second team offense in Bishop McCort kicker Jordan Spangler and Berlin's Drew Glotfelty. Spangler kicked nine field goals in addition to being one of the area's premier pass catchers. Glotfelty, along with Solarczyk, rushed for 2,000 yards.
Berlin offensive lineman Levi Bowser was a third-team selection along with Shade running back Brock Medva.
Luke DiFrancesco, another of Bishop McCort's talented receivers, earned second-team honors at defensive back. He was joined by emerging defensive lineman Stew Trulick of Berlin and Norther Cambria linebacker Alex Atkins – Tribune-Democrat Defensive Player of the Year. Atkins finished the season with 160 tackles.
Windber placed three players on the third team in receiver Matt Barkley, punter Dustin Blough and defensive back Devon Tomlinson. North Star's Brantley Rice was also a third-team pick at defensive back.
If you want to read the entire list of players, click here.
Locally, many of the players – Richland's Tanner Solarczyk, Berlin' Drew Glotflety and Penn Cambria Mack Behe – one would expect to be recognized were. There were a few surprises, too.
Greater Johnstown's Dalvin Williams was the lone local representative on the Class AAA team. He earned second-team honors at linebacker after he finished the regular season with 149 tackles. Williams was a first-team selection to the Pennsylvania Sports Writers' All-State team and had 10 or more tackles in all 10 of the Trojans' games.
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| Richland's Kyle Flick |
Ligonier Valley placed two on the Class AA offense. Lineman Micah Tennant, who will play at Lehigh, was a second-team selection and Ryan Torrance made third team at running back.
Forest Hills receiver Jared Shope, who spent time at quarterback this season because of an injury to Rangers starter Joe Donoughe, was a third-team selection.
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| Ligonier Valley's Stuart Urch |
Central Cambria defensive lineman Tyler Gironda was a third-team selection in Class AA.
Two area talents landed on the Class A second team offense in Bishop McCort kicker Jordan Spangler and Berlin's Drew Glotfelty. Spangler kicked nine field goals in addition to being one of the area's premier pass catchers. Glotfelty, along with Solarczyk, rushed for 2,000 yards.
Berlin offensive lineman Levi Bowser was a third-team selection along with Shade running back Brock Medva.
Luke DiFrancesco, another of Bishop McCort's talented receivers, earned second-team honors at defensive back. He was joined by emerging defensive lineman Stew Trulick of Berlin and Norther Cambria linebacker Alex Atkins – Tribune-Democrat Defensive Player of the Year. Atkins finished the season with 160 tackles.
Windber placed three players on the third team in receiver Matt Barkley, punter Dustin Blough and defensive back Devon Tomlinson. North Star's Brantley Rice was also a third-team pick at defensive back.
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Bishop McCort/Bellwood-Antis capsule
Bishop McCort (9-3) vs. Bellwood (11-1)
What: District 6 Class A championship.
When: Saturday, 7 p.m.
Where: Mansion Park, Altoona.
District titles: Bishop McCort, 5 – 2001, 2006, 2007 (Class AA), 2008, 2009 (Class A). Bellwood-Antis, 5 – 1988 (Class AA), 1997, 2004, 2006, 2007 (Class A).
Bishop McCort scores: Bishop Carroll (W, 38-18), Forest Hills (W, 10-6), Somerset (L, 19-14), Bedford (W, 38-14), Richland (L, 17-10), Westmont Hilltop (W, 35-0), Greater Johnstown (W, 28-18), Cambria Heights (L, 21-19), Bishop Guilfoyle (W, 37-0), Central Cambria (W, 38-13), Penns Manor (W, 32-29), Northern Cambria (W, 45-6).
Bellwood-Antis scores: Tyrone (W, 22-15), Moshannon Valley (W, 35-14), West Branch (W, 54-20), Juniata Valley (W, 47-34), Mt. Union (W, 21-0), Everett (W, 41-14), Southern Huntingdon (W,
39-3), Northern Bedford (W, 20-0), Glendale (W, 41-13), Richland (L, 14-7), Glendale (W, 40-14), Bishop Guilfoyle (W, 19-6).
What: District 6 Class A championship.
When: Saturday, 7 p.m.
Where: Mansion Park, Altoona.
District titles: Bishop McCort, 5 – 2001, 2006, 2007 (Class AA), 2008, 2009 (Class A). Bellwood-Antis, 5 – 1988 (Class AA), 1997, 2004, 2006, 2007 (Class A).
Bishop McCort scores: Bishop Carroll (W, 38-18), Forest Hills (W, 10-6), Somerset (L, 19-14), Bedford (W, 38-14), Richland (L, 17-10), Westmont Hilltop (W, 35-0), Greater Johnstown (W, 28-18), Cambria Heights (L, 21-19), Bishop Guilfoyle (W, 37-0), Central Cambria (W, 38-13), Penns Manor (W, 32-29), Northern Cambria (W, 45-6).
Bellwood-Antis scores: Tyrone (W, 22-15), Moshannon Valley (W, 35-14), West Branch (W, 54-20), Juniata Valley (W, 47-34), Mt. Union (W, 21-0), Everett (W, 41-14), Southern Huntingdon (W,
39-3), Northern Bedford (W, 20-0), Glendale (W, 41-13), Richland (L, 14-7), Glendale (W, 40-14), Bishop Guilfoyle (W, 19-6).
Monday, November 19, 2012
Tribune-Democrat football rankings
Regardless of classification ...
1. Richland 12-0 (Class AA)
Noteworthy: Richland remains area's most consistently excellent team. Rams make District 6-AA title game for second straight year. This year, it's being dubbed the Bailey Bowl as Brandon Bailey's Richland Rams play father Don Bailey's Forest Hills Rangers.
2. Forest Hills 9-3 (AA)
Noteworthy: Rangers have been one of Class AA's best teams since Week 6. Father/son coaching matchups happen occasionally, but one has to wonder if it's ever actually happened in a PIAA playoff game.
3. Bishop McCort 9-3 (A)
Noteworthy: It's late November, so that must mean it's time for the annual playoff matchup between Class A powers Bishop McCort and Bellwood-Antis. The winner could be set for a long postseason run.
4. Berlin 10-1 (A)
Noteworthy: Not sure why, but it seems like Mountaineers coach Doug Paul doesn't get enough credit. He's not afraid to alter schemes, play calls or signals or even move players to different positions if he believes it gives Berlin a chance.
5. North Star 10-2 (A)
Noteworthy: The District 5 Class A championship will be contested Friday night. That must mean North Star is still playing. The Cougars are in the title game ... again, and their defense is playing at en elite level.
6. Chestnut Ridge 6-5 (AA)
Noteworthy: Chestnut Ridge won its first playoff game two weeks ago against Everett. The Lions had a week off now travel to Clarion University to play District 9's Karns City. Ridge played a difficult, nomadic schedule. Now, the ever-improving Lions will find out if it pays off.
1. Richland 12-0 (Class AA)
Noteworthy: Richland remains area's most consistently excellent team. Rams make District 6-AA title game for second straight year. This year, it's being dubbed the Bailey Bowl as Brandon Bailey's Richland Rams play father Don Bailey's Forest Hills Rangers.
2. Forest Hills 9-3 (AA)
Noteworthy: Rangers have been one of Class AA's best teams since Week 6. Father/son coaching matchups happen occasionally, but one has to wonder if it's ever actually happened in a PIAA playoff game.
3. Bishop McCort 9-3 (A)
Noteworthy: It's late November, so that must mean it's time for the annual playoff matchup between Class A powers Bishop McCort and Bellwood-Antis. The winner could be set for a long postseason run.
4. Berlin 10-1 (A)
Noteworthy: Not sure why, but it seems like Mountaineers coach Doug Paul doesn't get enough credit. He's not afraid to alter schemes, play calls or signals or even move players to different positions if he believes it gives Berlin a chance.
5. North Star 10-2 (A)
Noteworthy: The District 5 Class A championship will be contested Friday night. That must mean North Star is still playing. The Cougars are in the title game ... again, and their defense is playing at en elite level.
6. Chestnut Ridge 6-5 (AA)
Noteworthy: Chestnut Ridge won its first playoff game two weeks ago against Everett. The Lions had a week off now travel to Clarion University to play District 9's Karns City. Ridge played a difficult, nomadic schedule. Now, the ever-improving Lions will find out if it pays off.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
PA Football News rankings
Class AAAA:
Rank - School - District - Record - Score - Last Weeks Ranking
1. North Allegheny (7) (12-0) Defeated Seneca Valley, 47-17 (1)
2. LaSalle College (12) (10-1) Defeated Frandford, 37-20 (2)
3. Wilson (West Lawn) (3) (11-1) Defeated Central York, 35-10 (4)
4. Pennridge (1) (11-1) Defeated Pennsbury, 28-27 (5)
Rank - School - District - Record - Score - Last Weeks Ranking
1. North Allegheny (7) (12-0) Defeated Seneca Valley, 47-17 (1)
2. LaSalle College (12) (10-1) Defeated Frandford, 37-20 (2)
3. Wilson (West Lawn) (3) (11-1) Defeated Central York, 35-10 (4)
4. Pennridge (1) (11-1) Defeated Pennsbury, 28-27 (5)
5.
Harrisburg (3) (10-2) Defeated Cumberland Valley, 47-28 (10)
6. St. Joseph's Prep (12) (9-1) Season Complete (6)
7. Woodland Hills (7) (10-2) Defeated Upper St. Clair, 42-20 (HM)
6. St. Joseph's Prep (12) (9-1) Season Complete (6)
7. Woodland Hills (7) (10-2) Defeated Upper St. Clair, 42-20 (HM)
8.
Parkland (11) (10-2) Defeated Pleasant Valley, 37-0 (HM)
9. Central Dauphin (3) (10-2) Defeated Manheim Township, 38-30 (HM)
10. Neshaminy (1) (9-3) Defeated Central Bucks South, 14-7 (HM)
9. Central Dauphin (3) (10-2) Defeated Manheim Township, 38-30 (HM)
10. Neshaminy (1) (9-3) Defeated Central Bucks South, 14-7 (HM)
Honorable Mention:
Central
Bucks South (10-2)
Coatesville
(1) (10-2)
Delaware Valley (2) (11-1)
Delaware Valley (2) (11-1)
Downingtown
East (1) (10-1)
Governor
Mifflin (3) (10-2)
McDowell
(10) (6-5)
Ridley
(1) (11-1)
Scranton
(2) (11-1)
Spring-Ford (1) (11-1)
Spring-Ford (1) (11-1)
Upper
St. Clair (7) (10-2)
Class AAA:
Rank - School - District
1. Bishop McDevitt (3) (12-0) Defeated Conrad Weiser, 42-21 (1)
2. Cathedral Prep (10) (11-0) Defeated Warren Area, 54-12 (2)
3. Archbishop Wood (12) (10-2) Defeated Edward Bok Vo-Tech, 49-28 (5)
4. West York (3) (12-0) Defeated Spring Grove, 42-27 (7)
5. West Allegheny (7) (11-1) Defeated Thomas Jefferson, 24-7 (8)
6.
West Mifflin (7) (11-1) Defeated Central Valley, 36-35 (OT) (9)
7. Susquehanna Township (3) (10-2) Defeated Manheim Central, 27-17
8. Abington Heights (2) (10-2) Defeated Berwick Area, 44-35 (HM)
9. General McLane (10) (9-2) Defeated Slippery Rock, 46-42 (HM)
10. Selinsgrove (4) (9-3) Defeated Milton Area, 31-0 (HM)
Honorable Mention:
7. Susquehanna Township (3) (10-2) Defeated Manheim Central, 27-17
8. Abington Heights (2) (10-2) Defeated Berwick Area, 44-35 (HM)
9. General McLane (10) (9-2) Defeated Slippery Rock, 46-42 (HM)
10. Selinsgrove (4) (9-3) Defeated Milton Area, 31-0 (HM)
Honorable Mention:
Berwick
Area (2) (10-2)
Central
Valley (7) (9-2)
Clearfield (9) (11-1)
Clearfield (9) (11-1)
Garden
Spot (3) (10-1)
Interboro
(1)(10-2)
Lancaster
Catholic (3) (9-3)
Pottsgrove
(1) (11-1)
Thomas
Jefferson (7) (11-1)
West
Chester Henderson (1) (9-3)
Class AA:
Rank - School - District
1. Aliquippa (7) (12-0) Defeated Jeannette, 56-0 (1)
2. Wyomissing (3) (12-0) Defeated Schuylkill Valley, 42-14 (2)
3. Imhotep Charter (12) (12-0) Defeated West Catholic, 40-8 (3)
4. Washington (7) (12-0) Defeated South Fayette, 26-14 (5)
5. Richland (6) (12-0) Defeated Tyrone Area, 43-22 (7)
6. Bermudian Springs (3) (12-0) Defeated Biglerville, 34-14 (8)
7. Hickory (10) (9-1) Defeated Grove City, 35-13 (10)
8. Pen Argyl (11) (10-2) Defeated Catasauqua, 26-20 (HM)
9. South Fayette (7) (11-1) Lost to Washington, 26-14 (4)
10. Danville (4) (11-2) Defeated Athens, 14-13
Honorable Mention:
Catasauqua
(11) (11-1)
Forest
Hills (6) (9-3)
Jeannette
(7) (10-2)
Karns
City (9) (9-3)
Mount
Carmel Area (4) (8-4)
Wilmington
(10) (9-2)
Wyoming
Area (2) (10-2)
Class A:
Rank - School - District
1. Clairton (7) (12-0) Defeated Neshannock, 37-3 (1) (59 Straight Wins - Ties the state Record)
2. Southern Columbia (4) (12-0) Defeated South Williamsport, 47-12 (2)
3. Port Allegany (9) (12-0) Defeated Elk County Catholic, 48-7 (4)
4. Williams Valley (11) (12-0) Defeated Tri-Valley, 48-0 (5)
5. Dunmore (2) (11-1) Defeated Old Forge, 7-6 (6)
6. Sto-Rox (7) (11-1) Defeated Pittsburgh North Catholic, 34-20 (8)
7. Bellwood-Antis (6) (11-1) Defeated Bishop Guilfoyle, 19-6 (9)
8. Sharpsville (10) (10-1) Defeated Lakeview, 41-34 (10)
9.
Old Forge (2) (11-1) Lost to Dunmore, 7-6 (3)
10. West Middlesex (10) (10-2) Defeated Farrell, 42-0 (HM) Honorable Mention:
Berlin Brothersvalley (5) (10-1)
10. West Middlesex (10) (10-2) Defeated Farrell, 42-0 (HM) Honorable Mention:
Berlin Brothersvalley (5) (10-1)
Bishop
McCort (6) (9-3)
Bristol
(1) (8-1)
Clarion Area (9) (12-0)
Clarion Area (9) (12-0)
Delone
Catholic (3) (8-3)
Monessen (7) (9-2)
Monessen (7) (9-2)
Neshannock
(7) (10-2)
North
Star (5) (10-2)
Steelton-Highspire
(3) (8-3)
Tri-Valley
(11) (10-2)
Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Bishop McCort's playoff journey takes flight
Bishop McCort has moved the football more successfully through the air than on the ground during the 2012 season, but the Crushers aren't following all the trends infiltrating passing games at the high school level.
The Crushers' offense isn't a spread. They don't always line up in shotgun formation. It's certainly far from dink and dunk.
To the contrary, Bishop McCort is not shy about taking chances downfield. Those gambles paid off with a 32-29 victory last Friday at Penns Manor in the quarterfinals of the District 6 Class A playoffs.
Old-time fans of the Oakland Raiders would have come away impressed by the performance of Bishop McCort senior quarterback Zaine Tomkowski, who completed 8 of 13 passes for 211 yards and three touchdowns.
That's an average of 26.4 yards per completion. Move over Daryle Lamonica and Ken Stabler.
"Zaine has a really good arm and he throws well on the run," Bishop McCort coach Kevin Sheridan said following the victory over the third-seeded Colts that gave the Crushers (8-3) a home game Saturday night against Northern Cambria (8-3) in the semifinals.
But, in an interesting twist, Bishop McCort set up its highly effective passing game by running the football with a moderate degree of success against Penns Manor.
The Crushers ran 37 times for 120 yards. It was just enough to open things up in the passing game.
"We knew going into the game when we watched these guys (Penns Manor) on film, their defense is so strong, we simply can't win just by throwing the football," Sheridan added.
On McCort's opening drive, senior Dustin Belsky went at the Penns Manor defense on a succession of run plays and it set up the game's first touchdown.
Tomkowski's first pass attempt was a classic dropback, complete with a double arm pump fake to freeze the defense, and it allowed receiver Jordan Spangler to get behind the defense. Spangler made a nice catch on the high-arching 29-yard touchdown.
"We wanted to establish the run game," Tomkowski explained. "Once we did that, we wanted to go over the top, especially when they put eight, nine guys in the box."
Tomkowski later connected on a 67-yard touchdown pass to Spangler, who had three catches for 111 yards and had the game-saving interception with a minute remaining. Ryan Siwy added an 18-yard touchdown reception. Tomkowski's 211 passing yards were his most since a Week 4 win over Bedford.
"I get very greedy out there," Tomkowski said. "I always want to go over the top for it all."
His play against Penns Manor helped the Bishop McCort defense overcome another amazing performance from Comets quarterback Danny Ferens, who battled a virus to rush for a season-high 264 yards in his final high school football game.
"I would say Danny Ferens is unlike anyone we've seen in a while," Sheridan said. "The last kid we ran into who could run like that was Antwuan Reed."
Tomkowski may not run like Ferens, but he sure can throw the football.
For the season, Tomkowski has completed 99 of 183 passes for 1,511 yards and 12 touchdowns against five interceptions. Impressive numbers made more so considering that Bishop McCort, unlike many Class A teams still playing, doesn't get to play a schedule full of inferior competition.
Spangler has 49 catches for 710 yards and eight touchdowns. Luke DiFrancesco is also a big-play threat. He has 25 catches for 513 yards and four scores.
The Crushers' offense isn't a spread. They don't always line up in shotgun formation. It's certainly far from dink and dunk.
To the contrary, Bishop McCort is not shy about taking chances downfield. Those gambles paid off with a 32-29 victory last Friday at Penns Manor in the quarterfinals of the District 6 Class A playoffs.
Old-time fans of the Oakland Raiders would have come away impressed by the performance of Bishop McCort senior quarterback Zaine Tomkowski, who completed 8 of 13 passes for 211 yards and three touchdowns.
That's an average of 26.4 yards per completion. Move over Daryle Lamonica and Ken Stabler.
"Zaine has a really good arm and he throws well on the run," Bishop McCort coach Kevin Sheridan said following the victory over the third-seeded Colts that gave the Crushers (8-3) a home game Saturday night against Northern Cambria (8-3) in the semifinals.
But, in an interesting twist, Bishop McCort set up its highly effective passing game by running the football with a moderate degree of success against Penns Manor.
The Crushers ran 37 times for 120 yards. It was just enough to open things up in the passing game.
"We knew going into the game when we watched these guys (Penns Manor) on film, their defense is so strong, we simply can't win just by throwing the football," Sheridan added.
On McCort's opening drive, senior Dustin Belsky went at the Penns Manor defense on a succession of run plays and it set up the game's first touchdown.
Tomkowski's first pass attempt was a classic dropback, complete with a double arm pump fake to freeze the defense, and it allowed receiver Jordan Spangler to get behind the defense. Spangler made a nice catch on the high-arching 29-yard touchdown.
"We wanted to establish the run game," Tomkowski explained. "Once we did that, we wanted to go over the top, especially when they put eight, nine guys in the box."
Tomkowski later connected on a 67-yard touchdown pass to Spangler, who had three catches for 111 yards and had the game-saving interception with a minute remaining. Ryan Siwy added an 18-yard touchdown reception. Tomkowski's 211 passing yards were his most since a Week 4 win over Bedford.
"I get very greedy out there," Tomkowski said. "I always want to go over the top for it all."
His play against Penns Manor helped the Bishop McCort defense overcome another amazing performance from Comets quarterback Danny Ferens, who battled a virus to rush for a season-high 264 yards in his final high school football game.
"I would say Danny Ferens is unlike anyone we've seen in a while," Sheridan said. "The last kid we ran into who could run like that was Antwuan Reed."
Tomkowski may not run like Ferens, but he sure can throw the football.
For the season, Tomkowski has completed 99 of 183 passes for 1,511 yards and 12 touchdowns against five interceptions. Impressive numbers made more so considering that Bishop McCort, unlike many Class A teams still playing, doesn't get to play a schedule full of inferior competition.
Spangler has 49 catches for 710 yards and eight touchdowns. Luke DiFrancesco is also a big-play threat. He has 25 catches for 513 yards and four scores.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Tribune-Democrat football rankings
Regardless of classification ...
1. Richland 11-0 (Class AA)
2. Ligonier Valley 10-1 (AA)
3. Forest Hills 8-3 (AA)
4. Bishop McCort 8-3 (A)
5. Northern Cambria 8-3 (A)
6. Berlin 9-1 (A)
7. Windber 9-2 (A)
8. North Star 9-2 (A)
9. Chestnut Ridge 6-5 (AA)
1. Richland 11-0 (Class AA)
2. Ligonier Valley 10-1 (AA)
3. Forest Hills 8-3 (AA)
4. Bishop McCort 8-3 (A)
5. Northern Cambria 8-3 (A)
6. Berlin 9-1 (A)
7. Windber 9-2 (A)
8. North Star 9-2 (A)
9. Chestnut Ridge 6-5 (AA)
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