By BILLY HEYEN PITTSFORD, N.Y. — The Rainbow Classic, begun in 2001, is older than any of the players who took part in the Pittsford rivalry game Tuesday night. As young Pittsford hoopers, they grew up playing together and dreaming of taking part in the biggest game in town. Tuesday’s edition wasn’t like many of the others, but it was still a special night for those … [Read more...] about Pittsford Mendon’s defense keys Rainbow Classic win
‘Where is he?’ Aquinas’ bold defensive gameplan keys win over McQuaid
By BILLY HEYEN ROCHESTER, N.Y. — When McQuaid took the ball from Aquinas after a missed shot or a turnover, the Li’l Irish sideline almost always featured a shout of three words. “Where is he?” “He” in this case referred to Keith Warren, the Knights’ point guard coming off a 44-point game Saturday. Aquinas did everything in its power to slow down Warren. “Takes a special … [Read more...] about ‘Where is he?’ Aquinas’ bold defensive gameplan keys win over McQuaid
Penfield prevails in overtime of chaotic, 59-55 win over Irondequoit
By BILLY HEYEN PENFIELD, N.Y. — After a call they disagreed with, Penfield could’ve let Sunday night’s game slip away. Instead, the Patriots forced overtime and prevailed in the extra period. “Coach said it’s zero-zero, and it’s time to show out now,” Penfield point guard Ty Salmon said. “We did the best we could do.” Penfield (5-1) came back to beat Irondequoit (3-2), … [Read more...] about Penfield prevails in overtime of chaotic, 59-55 win over Irondequoit
Jackson Green, the ‘future,’ flashes upside in Pittsford Mendon’s win over Eastridge
By BILLY HEYEN PITTSFORD, N.Y. — Jackson Green trailed an Eastridge ball handler down the lane during Saturday’s first half. It looked for a moment like Green had been beaten as Mykael Miller scooped the ball up toward the backboard. But no, there was Green flying in to smash the ball off the board. It would’ve been the day’s standout play on its own, not to mention Green … [Read more...] about Jackson Green, the ‘future,’ flashes upside in Pittsford Mendon’s win over Eastridge
Newly committed Jacob Shadders shines on Pittsford Mendon Senior Day
By BILLY HEYEN PITTSFORD, N.Y. — The last few days have provided plenty of reasons for Jacob Shadders to smile. He committed to play basketball at Division I Charleston Southern University on Friday, and he and his Pittsford Mendon teammates celebrated their Senior Day on Saturday. But the biggest grin on Shadders’ face Saturday came when his junior brother, Tyler, nailed a … [Read more...] about Newly committed Jacob Shadders shines on Pittsford Mendon Senior Day