By BILLY HEYEN WEBSTER, N.Y. — Luke Melidona wasn’t the first option on Irondequoit’s last-ditch play to win Saturday, but he was the player who got open. The senior point guard cut from his right to left, facing the inbounder Connor Shafer and away from the basket he had 2.7 seconds to attempt a shot at. On the catch, Melidona took one dribble as he turned upcourt before … [Read more...] about Luke Melidona’s beyond halfcourt heave extends Irondequoit’s streak
Chris Cardon
Leonardo’s shooting sparks Irondequoit in 75-59 win over rivals Eastridge
By BILLY HEYEN IRONDEQUOIT, N.Y. — As the third quarter clock ran down, the basketball found its way to Nick Leonardo. He’d started the game hot but hadn’t scored in approximately an hour of real time and more than two quarters of game action. He wasn’t sure exactly how much time was on the clock, either. All Leonardo knew was that he had to shoot. So from just inside the … [Read more...] about Leonardo’s shooting sparks Irondequoit in 75-59 win over rivals Eastridge
Red Wings announce 2017 Walk of Fame Class
Courtesy of RedWingsBaseball.com ROCHESTER, NY – The Rochester Red Wings have announced the 2017 Walk of Fame Class. The group will be inducted on Sunday, August 13 prior to the Red Wings 1:35 p.m. game against the Norfolk Tides. The 2017 inductees are as follows: J.C. DeLass Media Patrick Sloan Media Charlie Wagner Media Linda … [Read more...] about Red Wings announce 2017 Walk of Fame Class
Irondequoit leaves no doubt, claims A1 title
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Chants of "This Is Our House! This Is Our House!" rained down from the Irondequoit student section. After the Eagles performance this season on Jeff Fitch Court at Fairport High School, who can question them. Tournament MVP Gerald Drumgoole paced four in double figures as Irondequoit stormed out to an early lead and never trailed en … [Read more...] about Irondequoit leaves no doubt, claims A1 title
Goldsberry, Irondequoit run past Hilton
By PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- Irondequoit head coach Chris Cardon lamented his defense one week ago after the Eagles season-opening win over Wilson Magnet. Tuesday night, the 31st-year coach saw some positives. Alex Goldsberry netted 18 of his game-high 21 points in the first half as the Eagles sprinted to a double-digit lead and never looked back in an 85-43 victory … [Read more...] about Goldsberry, Irondequoit run past Hilton