By PAUL GOTHAM The calendar page flipped to February, and the remaining regular season games for each of the local high school teams can be counted on one hand. Jockeying for position in the upcoming sectionals as well as league crowns are at hand. Plenty of great action this weekend. Here are a few of the key tilts: FRIDAY Bishop Kearney Kings (7-8) at McQuaid Jesuit … [Read more...] about Bishop Kearney at McQuaid highlights weekend action
Dez Ellis
Dez Ellis, Keith Slack and the Starting Five
By PAUL GOTHAM A look at some of last week's (12/18-12/23) best performances when yours truly was on hand. Daniel Cook 6-foot-5, Jr. G/F Pittsford Mendon Vikings (Monroe County Division III) - Scratching the surface of his ability, is listed as a guard/forward but did most of his work on the block, impressive back-to-basket game, can sense defensive pressure and makes … [Read more...] about Dez Ellis, Keith Slack and the Starting Five
Ellis and Watson pace offense; Leadership claims early lead in RCAC
BY PAUL GOTHAM ROCHESTER, N.Y. -- For now the RCAC belongs to the basketball team at the Leadership Academy for Young Men. After Wednesday night's convincing victory, it's hard to see the Lions surrendering their top spot in the league's Division A any time soon. Dez Ellis and Rondell Watson combined to score 59 points, and Leadership ran away from the Monroe … [Read more...] about Ellis and Watson pace offense; Leadership claims early lead in RCAC