Bishop Kearney's Michael Gentile has scored in double figures in each of the last five games. (Photo: SUE KANE) By MATT TRABOLD TRABS KEEPS TABS Cult Heroes to Watch for as the Postseason Approaches The aspect of the basketball world dealing with cult heroes is one of the major reasons the sport is great and thoroughly popular. Cult heroes may not be the top option … [Read more...] about Trabs Gabs: Cult heroes among local cagers
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Drumgoole looks to make decision by end of March
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Gerald Drumgoole will make his third official college visit at the University of Pittsburgh (Atlantic Coast Conference) from February 9-11th. The former Irondequoit Eagle hopes to make his college commitment prior to the NCAA's signing period which begins on April 17th. "It’s definitely fun," Drumgoole said Thursday by phone. "I’m just … [Read more...] about Drumgoole looks to make decision by end of March
McCauley sees hungry Pickett only getting better
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Section V hoops' fans already knew what Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference followers are learning about Jalen Pickett: the former Aquinas Institute standout can dominate on the basketball court. Earlier this week, the Siena Saints' freshman guard earned his fifth straight and seventh overall MAAC Rookie of the Week honor. Pickett's high … [Read more...] about McCauley sees hungry Pickett only getting better
Stats and facts as Bonnies prepare for primetime
By CHUCKIE MAGGIO Before St. Bonaventure hosts Davidson at the Reilly Center Friday night, in a matchup that will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2, here's a grab bag of 12 stats and facts about the Bonnies and Wildcats: 1. St. Bonaventure and Davidson have played seven times since Davidson joined the A-10 in 2014. Four of those games have been decided by five points or … [Read more...] about Stats and facts as Bonnies prepare for primetime
Lyons rolls in second half, wins eighth straight
By JOHN LIKANE ROCHESTER, N.Y. - The Lyons boys' varsity basketball team has three goals with 16 days remaining in the regular season: win the Wayne County division title, Class C2 sectional title and a state title. "One game at a time, but we have our eye on the prize," Lyons head coach Dean Schott II said after the 82-44 win over East Rochester, Tuesday night. The … [Read more...] about Lyons rolls in second half, wins eighth straight