Taking a look at some of the top performers on the hardwood from the week of December 1st-7th. Shariona Blocker 5-foot-10, Jr. G East High Eagles (RCAC) - Athletically gifted ball handler who can finish with either hand at the rim. Blocker possesses a quick first step which she uses to get defenders on their heels, thrives on contact near the basket, she sheds opposing players … [Read more...] about Kamerin Poromon, Tyler Williams and the Starting Five
Mason leads potent long-range attack; Thomas takes Masino Tip Off
By PAUL GOTHAM IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. -- No one would have blamed the Webster Thomas boys' basketball team if they requested to take home the rims from the Eastridge High School gymnasium. At the very least, the school's maintenance staff might consider changing the nets because the Titans wore 'em out Saturday night. In an eye-popping performance Thomas shooters connected on 19 … [Read more...] about Mason leads potent long-range attack; Thomas takes Masino Tip Off
Bounce-back day: Churchville-Chili downs NE Douglass
By PAUL GOTHAM IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. -- The Churchville-Chili boys' basketball team scored the first seven points and never trailed on their way to an 82-67 win over NE Douglass in the consolation round of the Al Masino Tip Off Tournament at Eastridge High School, Saturday. John Keele led four in double figures, and the Saints picked up their first win of the season. "Last night … [Read more...] about Bounce-back day: Churchville-Chili downs NE Douglass
DiGiovanni highlights late Sutherland run
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Call it off-season conditioning. When Ben DiGiovanni finishes his time at Pittsford Sutherland High School, he will head east to continue his scholastic and athletic careers at Dartmouth College where he will battle against Ivy League foes ... on the lacrosse field. For the next few months, though, the Knights' guard will spend his time … [Read more...] about DiGiovanni highlights late Sutherland run
Keenan Robertson, Jacob Shadders and the Junior Starting Five
With 30 games on tonight's slate, Section V boys' basketball will be in full stride. Here are the 11th grade student-athletes who will be making the plays this season. Ethain Clarke-Desouza 6-foot-1 Jr. G School of the Arts Silverhawks (RCAC) - Exciting potential, rugged guard who sheds contact on his way to the basket, able to finish with either hand in traffic, impressive … [Read more...] about Keenan Robertson, Jacob Shadders and the Junior Starting Five