Pickin' Splinters

Rochester's Independent Sports Source

Team of the Week: Eastridge Lancers

by Leave a Comment

By JOHN LIKANJE

The Eastridge Lancers have stormed out of the gates with six wins in their first seven games, including two last week. On Wednesday night, Dan Roser’s squad defended home court against NYS Class A runner-up, Pittsford Mendon. It was the first time a Section V team defeated Mendon since February 28, 2018, when Greece Athena accomplished the feat in the Class A1 sectional semifinals. Senior guard Tony Arnold exploded for a season-high 32 points, his highest scoring output over the last two seasons. The Lancers followed up with a 99-point outburst in a road win at Monroe, Friday night. Eastridge is participating in the Hilton Christmas Tournament on December 27th and 28th. The Lancers will match up with Greece Athena and the winner plays either Eugenio Maria or Hilton in the championship.

WE DIDN’T FORGET ABOUT…..

The Fairport Red Raiders grinded out a 49-44 road win over the Irondequoit Eagles to hand them their first loss of the season. Scott Fitch’s squad followed up with a 70-49 victory over Webster Schroeder, who was coming off a win at Churchville-Chili. Ryan Lucey combined for 42 points in both games. Victor compiled a pair of dominating wins over Gates-Chili (87-57) and archrival Canandaigua (77-33) to improve its season record to 6-0. Avon bounced back from back-to-back losses with two wins last week, including defeating School of the Arts, 60-49, Friday night. Jaden Courtemanche scored a career-high 17 points off the bench. Wayne beat a pair of divisional rivals last week, Midlakes (64-30) and Newark (56-39), to improve to 5-0 this season. Eli Schictel led four players in double figures with 14 points, Friday night. Caledonia-Mumford defended home court against Pavilion (77-34) and York (71-54) last week. The reigning Class C3 champions have won six straight games since dropping their season opener.

CANISIUS AND MCQUAID TO RESUME RIVALRY ON MONDAY

The storied rivals will take to the hardwood Monday afternoon at 2:30 p.m. at McQuaid Jesuit High School. McQuaid is looking to bounce back from back-to-back losses. Canisius has won its first four games, including a 93-61 victory at Bishop Kearney Wednesday night. Canisius has won the last five head-to-head matchups against McQuaid as well. McQuaid’s last victory in the rivalry was December 10, 2005.

HOLIDAY TOURNAMENTS SET TO TIP OFF THIS WEEKEND

A dozen holiday tournaments featuring 44 teams are set to tip off around the Rochester area this weekend. The first round of each tournament will be played on Friday followed by the consolation and championship games on Saturday. Here are two matchups to watch out for:

Leadership Academy (7-0) vs. UPrep (6-1) – Leadership Academy is averaging 86.7 points per game and UPrep scores 80.0. Game is scheduled for Friday at 6 p.m. at the Aquinas Institute.

Gananda (4-1) vs. Caledonia-Mumford (6-1) – Gananda averages 62.2 points per game and holds opponents to 58.4. Caledonia-Mumford scores 68.1 points per game and allows 50.3. Game is scheduled for Friday at 7 p.m. at Caledonia-Mumford High School.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK

Mike Knight is the hero as he beats the buzzer to lift Canisteo-Greenwood over Jasper-Troupsburg.

Melvin Council, Jr. showcases his hops in the Bishop Kearney Showcase, Saturday afternoon. The senior guard had four dunks in this game.

Adonis Flagler beats the buzzer with a tough bucket and the foul as part of his career night.

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *