By KEVIN L. SMITH The St. Bonaventure men's basketball team kicks off its 2023-24 campaign at home against non-league foe Longwood on Monday. It's the first time the Bonnies and Lancers will square off in the respective programs' histories. It's also only the second time that Bonas will face a Big South opponent, with the first one a 79-72 win over Presbyterian at a 2007 … [Read more...] about Game Preview: Bonnies men’s basketball opens season at home against Longwood
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Section V Girls’ Soccer announces 2023 All-Tournament selections
By JOHN LIKANJE Seven schools claimed sectional championships during the recent playoffs. Section V Girls’ Soccer acknowledged the student-athletes that led those teams and more with the 2023 All-Tournament Teams. Fairport won the AAA title and Andrea Wilson led the way with the lone goal in overtime. The junior midfielder along with Gianna Romano, Mary Kate Rudnicki and … [Read more...] about Section V Girls’ Soccer announces 2023 All-Tournament selections
NBA Recap: Isaiah Stewart continues to contribute for Pistons
By KEVIN L. SMITH Rochester native Isaiah Stewart contributed well for the Detroit Pistons in the past week. In the Pistons' 110-101 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers last Wednesday, the 6'8" center finished with 12 points, six boards, four assists and a steal in 33 minutes. Then on Thursday in Detroit's 125-116 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, Stewart had 11 points, … [Read more...] about NBA Recap: Isaiah Stewart continues to contribute for Pistons
Pucko: October was fun while it lasted
As aired originally on The Rochester Press Box We come to mourn the passing of October. It's gone and we can't get it back. Snow on November first served as a cruel reminder. When we consider the best month of the year for sports, the home to the Hunter's Moon is tough to beat. Especially this year. Consider the final week. We began with an NFL … [Read more...] about Pucko: October was fun while it lasted
Nazareth wins third-straight Empire 8 Women’s Soccer Championship with 3-0 victory over St. John Fisher
Courtesy of Empire8.com ROCHESTER, NY – Empire 8 Tournament Most Valuable Player Tatum Overton scored twice and Makaelynn Neivel tacked on an insurance goal on Saturday at Golden Flyer Stadium to help Nazareth defeat St. John Fisher 3-0 for its third straight Empire 8 title in the 2023 league championship game. Goalkeeper Annika Monfort made 10 saves, stretching her streak … [Read more...] about Nazareth wins third-straight Empire 8 Women’s Soccer Championship with 3-0 victory over St. John Fisher