“The dedication and hard work he puts in every day has definitely rubbed off on the team and has brought us a lot of success. MaxPreps has compiled a list of the longest high school basketball wins streaks, with the minimum total on the list starting at 50 and reaching all the way to the incredible total of 159 straight wins by Passaic (N.J.) in the 1920s. We also shared the ball well and we were very active on the offensive boards. Caravel (7-2) 10. But he doesn’t go overboard. Senior Cam Latronica, a 6-foot-4 “stretch four” forward who did not play as a junior, has been a force at both ends, averaging close to a double-double (16.3 points, 9.6 rebounds). “Fingers crossed we make it through the year,” one Shoreline boys coach said after his team’s sixth game last week. OVERALL 24-3 0.89 Win % LEAGUE 10-0 1stMid-Eastern. 61-38 (W) Shenandoah vs. Eastern Hancock. The Highlanders haven’t beaten the Panthers since at least the 2010-11 season. The Middletown High School North Community is committed to developing each individual’s maximum potential for acquiring, using, and enjoying knowledge so that each may become a productive and caring member of our society. A Shoreline coach who watched the stream of Xavier’s game against Notre Dame of West Haven used the word “pure” to describe Menard’s shooting touch. Use the 'Report' link on “The kids are enjoying playing with each other. ** The Middletown boys rebounded nicely from a turnover-ridden, 50-45 loss to Maloney by crushing Bulkeley (67-23) the following night and Platt (83-51) two nights later to improve to 5-1. ** After Tiger Woods’ latest mishap with a motor vehicle, we can only hope that he will come out of it whole. “At UConn, I’m thinking it’ll be more of the same. Don't Threaten. Better put, it is a testament to the time and effort that athletic directors, staff and coaches have logged to ensure that their playing environments are as safe as possible — for their teams and the visitors to their gyms — so that high school sports can go on. His outgoing personality and strong work ethic will mesh well with his new team, I’m certain. Only a few are short of having six games in the books. In Xavier’s win over Lyman Hall on Friday, Menard scored 22, Hunter had 14 and Nick Beaulieu filled the box with eight points, seven rebounds and four blocks. If the lane is open he takes it, if the shot is there he takes it. “He’s playing with confidence and he’s not overdoing it,” Privott said. Low around 20F. ** Call this Big Monday for Shoreline Conference girls basketball. Some schools even make the effort to condense games into two-minute highlight clips. Jaxson Morkis also had seven rebounds. Chariho moved to 3-5 overall and 3-4 in the league. Mostly clear. Seniors Cody Daggett, who scored a game-high 23 in Friday’s win at North Branford, is averaging 14.8 ppg and Mason Piersall (10.2) is the third Highlander averaging in double figures. Don't knowingly lie about anyone accounts, the history behind an article. He’s taking what the defense gives him. MHS has torn through this year’s solely regional slate of Central Connecticut Conference games, but that changes Tuesday when No. The Dragons visit Newington (4-2) on Tuesday in their only meeting of the regular season. Against Platt, sophomore guard Marshall Butler extended his stretch of strong play with 16 points. Elon Musk Is No Longer the Second-Richest Person in the World. Despite school bans on fan attendance at the direction of the CIAC, moms, dads, grandparents and classmates have not been shut out of the game experience. The 12-game regular season has reached the halfway point for Middletown teams and most of the Shoreline Conference Dozen. This being March 1, it is a feat in itself. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Basketball coaches are still coaching and their teams are still competing. Her ability to convert from close range made those points against Platt pile up. COMING THURSDAY:Delaware Online to host high school … Thursday’s high school basketball playoff scores Shared Sports ... Colbert was honored in the pregame with a celebratory basketball documenting her achievement in the win over Middletown … "Robinson was averaging 12-13 points a game and he shut him out literally," Chariho coach Corey Downey said. In the Falcons’ win over North Haven, his all-around game stood out when he turned in 19 points, 11 rebounds and six assists. Following a 45-year ban on high school basketball state championship tournaments in New York State, the State Education Department granted approval in 1978 for the first boys Federation tournament to be conducted on an experimental basis. ** Middletown senior Sean Ahern has committed to run cross country and track at UConn. He's currently the nation's all-time high school leader in steals, and ranks No. ** Serious question: What will the plan be to keep Beman Middle School’s ground-to-roof glass windows clean on a regular basis? ... 7354 W Us Hwy 36 Middletown, IN 47356. The thing that can get lost is we have a very unselfish team with lots of offensive threats, so her numbers are very good, but her impact and ability level has gone up tremendously.”. In the COVID era, live streaming of high school sports feels like a game changer. Sam Bettencourt finished with nine for the Tigers, and Emma Lopes had five. Seniors Michael Morgan and Zykarie Wilborn are back in the lineup, too. And Woods is in line for career win No. Cromwell’s experience is rising to the surface, especially on the defensive end, with the Panthers having won three straight after a 1-2 start. One AD told me she believes that live streaming is here to stay. ** Finally, it’s a good day when Neil’s Donuts coupons show up in the mail. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, Middletown junior Tyah Pettaway, left, scored 30 points in the unbeaten Blue Dragons’ fifth victory of the season, 74-44 against Platt. Winds light and variable. In Xavier’s season opener, a 76-43 win at Branford, he was on point with his shot, making six 3-pointers and finishing with 33 points. In My Own Shoes: I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired! each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Daggett also averages 5.0 rebounds, 3.6 assists and three steals per game. ** Portland’s Bradbury says the Portland Middle School basketball program has 42 boys involved this year, another sign of promise for the high school programs. LaBelle also contributed seven assists. “It’s great to see such excitement in the program,” he said. Pettaway, a 5-foot-8 guard, leads the team in scoring at 15 points per game. Or the day after tomorrow. New Philadelphia 55, Marietta 42. Junior guard Shadae Bushay (10 ppg) and senior Kya Mayo (8.6 ppg) have been solid complements to Pettaway on the offensive end. “We’re really looking forward to this game,” said Bradbury, who was trying like heck to contain his excitement. 6. He’ll get top-notch coaching and finally have guys on his level to train with every day. Reactions. Augeri: Taking stock as high school basketball season hits midway point. person will not be tolerated. Marshall doesn’t have to create. Because coaches this winter are not allowed into gyms to scout opponents, some use the service for that purpose and watch the next day. Mariah Ramos scored a game-high 14 points to lead Tiverton to a 39-30 win over Middletown on Thursday night. That’s what’s impressive about Marshall.”. Latest Updates. ** If not for a shaky opener against defending Shoreline champion Old Lyme, the Portland boys could be 5-0. “He rebounds with a passion.”. or anything. “Overall, Tyah is clearly improved from last season. “The last two games, we shared the ball a lot better,” coach Rick Privott said. HOME 10-1 AWAY 7-1 NEUTRAL 7-1. “He knows he can shoot and he knows my policy that if gets an open shot, he’s welcome to take it. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Basketball coaches are still coaching and their teams are still competing. Sponsored by Antonino Auto Group: For the remainder of the school year, The Westerly Sun will be selecting a high school Athlete of the Week. This being March 1, it is a feat in itself. Blue Dragons coach Rob Weston was not short on superlatives in describing what Ahern has meant to the programs at MHS the last four years. The Blue Devils are in the midst of playing six games in 10 days. The team shared the ball extremely well against Platt and continues to support one another in this unique setting.”. “She truly only cares about whether we score more than our opponents.”. Salesianum (5-2) 9. Share with Us. Oof. Liam Flynn finished with 11 points and also defended Middletown's Timothy Robinson, holding him scoreless. Arruda’s goals-against-average now sits at .915. A no-brainer. There’s more intrigue. The story is unsettling and unnerving and unlike any I have seen in years, but it’s also topical and important to think about, especially for a younger generation. 56, N. Jackson Jackson-Milton 50. 7. Shenandoah High School Basketball; Shenandoah Basketball. Junior center Elijah Wilborn scored 15 and junior guard Matt Steuerwald also was in double figures. Tiverton High School goalie Ethan Arruda made 42 saves on Friday night and stopped all but two of 47 shots in the overtime loss. 10. “Now that we’re into a rhythm with practices and watching film, watching their confidence grow is tremendous to see.”. The Highlanders are riding high with four straight wins heading into Monday’s home game against Valley Regional (4-2). Ty’mir Jackson scored 27 points, and Tajae Broadie had 10 points and 12 bounds for Middletown. MIDDLETOWN — Tyler LaBelle and Zoot Boschwitz scored 14 points each as Chariho High downed Middletown, 63-42, in a Division II boys basketball game on Sunday. Howard (7-0) 7. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. You have permission to edit this article. The Coginchaug boys program, for example, is in catch-up mode from an early-February quarantine. ** Let us not forget that Doug Elliot, whose name now graces the UConn baseball facility, played for Middletown’s Malloves Jewelers during their heyday in the Greater Hartford Twilight League. Defending champion East Hampton puts its 6-0 mark on the line against host Coginchaug. No one can predict what tomorrow will bring. Both teams have won five straight. Looking back: UConn women's basketball's history in Big... NWHL reschedules 2021 Isobel Cup Playoffs after February... 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I hope that those parents who have been vocal in their disappointment of not being able to attend in person also find a moment to thank these good folks for the painstaking days and nights they have spent toward the cause. "We did a great job with our help defense. Meanwhile, Morgan and Old Lyme, both 5-1, meet in Clinton. The Blue Raiders closed out their regular season at … ** Collin Morikawa should be among the favorites at the Masters after winning the WGC-Workday Championship by three shots. Low around 20F. The Chargers, who are still in contention for a Division II playoff spot, close the season with home games against Toll Gate on Monday and Coventry on Wednesday. Keep it Clean. New Middletown Spring. “We were able to force a lot of turnovers from our press and it seemed like every time she got near the basket, she finished,” Smernoff said. Winds light and variable.. Mostly clear. Ultimately, I believe he’ll take on the challenges of Division I head-on and emerge as a very accomplished runner and well-respected teammate.”. Here’s more of the good stuff going on around the area of late: ** Middletown junior Tyah Pettaway scored 30 points in the unbeaten Blue Dragons’ fifth victory of the season, 74-44 against Platt. The Blue Devils started 4-0 and are coming off their first loss, 38-32 against Cromwell. Mitch Stephens of Max Preps called Kidd the "best high school basketball player I ever covered." I’m not saying they didn’t play together against Maloney, but Maloney was a good team.”. But the Falcons player to dial in on now and over the next two seasons is sophomore Justin Menard, who just happens to be the grandson of Tom LaBella, who won three state championships with the Middletown Tigers way back when. Jarrett Boisclair finished with nine points, seven rebounds and nine assists. Bradbury played for Kevin Woods at Valley not too long ago and considers him a mentor, so it will be interesting to see how their competitive natures will work at this level. Douglas Madden led Middletown (1-7, 1-7 Division II) with 15 points. We'd love to hear eyewitness The sophomore finished first on the beam and was second on the vault and bars. Look Who Beat Him. 8. Be Nice. Middletown rode a ten-point halftime lead to a 52-28 win over visiting Trinity High School in boys basketball action in Middletown, Pa., Feb. … “I thought it was tough to judge us on that first game,” new coach David Bradbury Jr. said. “Cam has a good build and is long and athletic with great anticipation skills,” Bradbury said. Coach Mike Kohs has four seniors on this year’s roster, but only Parker Hunter played varsity minutes a year ago. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism Be Proactive. A 6-foot-1 guard, Menard can shoot and score, and he handles the ball and plays good defense. “We definitely feel after this performance that with a few solid practices, we can make things very interesting Tuesday. The latter film was well worth the $20 rental on Prime. The nominees for the week ending Feb. 27 are as follows: Our mission: To be the primary catalyst that motivates people to contribute to the intellectual, civic and economic vitality of our communities. The numbers are up for the girls as well at the middle school. Schools have performed a valuable service by streaming games live through the subscription-based NFHS Network, YouTube or Facebook Live. JV boys basketball. “Sean came in as one of our best runners and his inspiration and leadership has earned him the respect of his peers,” said Weston. History. Hunter is having a very good start, averaging 15.2 points and having a presence on the glass. 3 Newington (5-0) comes for a visit. Also having a runner that can compete with some of the best in the state on a team without a rich history of that, is invaluable. Bradbury was Valley’s freshman coach last season, so he knows the Warriors inside and out. "It was probably out best effort of the season.". “The team knows that Tuesday will be a terrific challenge,” coach Rob Smernoff said. Voting closes on Tuesday at 9am and the selection will be announced on Thursday. Elliot played at UConn, graduating in 1982, since has been a loyal supporter of the Huskies program. Caesar Rodney (6-3) 8. Be Truthful. He has 19 threes in five games, has scored 22 or more three times and is averaging 22 per game. MIDDLETOWN — Tyler LaBelle and Zoot Boschwitz scored 14 points each as Chariho High downed Middletown, 63-42, in a Division II boys basketball game on … Middletown (5-2) 6. 9. 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Practicing Faith: God’s love fits just like a (Steelers) glove, Postscripts: Keeping the word of the Lord alive at a small church south of the border. ** The performances of Frances McDormand in “Nomadland,” Daniel Kuluuya in “Judas and the Black Messiah” and Carey Mulligan in “Promising Young Woman” were just spectacular. Pilgrim 61, Middletown 47 Girls basketball: Middletown South edges past Trinity Hall Updated Feb 08, 2021; Posted Feb 08, 2021 Isabella Orlando (left) looks for an open team mate in action last season. ** Coginchaug gymnast Ali Albanese, who competes with Daniel Hand’s team, finished second in the all-around in a meet that included Mercy and Guilford. 200 on Monday. The quality of East Hampton’s stream was excellent. “Tyah is not a ‘me first’ kid who only cares about stats,” Smernoff said. Tiverton 39, Middletown 30. Smernoff had high praise for Pettaway, who has raised her game this year. 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