On Friday, December 1st, Saturday, December 2nd, and Sunday, December 3rd, the Western Athletic Conference will be sponsoring a Coaches vs. Cancer Tip-Off Classic fundraiser at Fulton-Montgomery Community College. This is the 10th consecutive year we have held this event (minus the 2020-2021 school year due to the pandemic) and we are looking forward to a record number of high schools participating. During the past four full seasons alone, we have raised over $20,000 for the American Cancer Society. While I have stepped down as the Boys Varsity Basketball Coach at Northville, it is my plan to continue running this event each season.
This year's three-day event will feature 16 Boys' Varsity High School Basketball games. The following schools are scheduled to participate: Northville, Sharon Springs, Berne-Knox-Westerlo, Maple Hill, Corinth, Wells, Middleburgh, Richfield Springs, Oppenheim-Ephratah-St. Johnsville, Fort Plain, South Kortright, Argyle, Duanesburg, Canajoharie, Lake George, Edmeston, Hadley-Luzerne, Mayfield, Cherry Valley-Springfield, Galway, Johnstown, Schoharie, Salem, Notre Dame-Bishop Gibbons, Lansingburgh, Fonda-Fultonville, Voorheesville, Gloversville, Tamarac, Broadalbin-Perth, and Cobleskill-Richmondville.
We will also be holding a raffle during the event for various items donated by the community. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the American Cancer Society. I have attached a flyer for the event and have also included the schedule below.
We anticipate big crowds this year due to many larger schools agreeing to participate but we are still looking to maximize the number of people in attendance however we can. If you could please help us advertise this event over the next few weeks, it would be greatly appreciated. If you have any specific questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. Thank you so much for your help and support.
(From John Karbowski - Northville HS)
In Section 2 Class D Super Bowl title game Stillwater emerged victorious securing a commanding 41-14 win over Warrensburg/Lake George/Bolton. The contest, filled with momentum swings and standout performances, unfolded like this:
First Quarter:
• Warrensburg/Lake George/Bolton took an early lead with Nick Jeckel's 45-yard touchdown reception from Caden Allen. However, the subsequent two-point conversion attempt was unsuccessful.
Second Quarter:
• Stillwater responded emphatically in the second quarter. Jaxon Mueller powered through the defense with a 1-yard rushing touchdown, followed by Landen Staie's successful kick.
• Mueller continued to showcase his versatility, connecting with Lukas Lilac for a 29-yard touchdown pass, extending Stillwater's lead.
• Warrensburg/Lake George/Bolton fought back as Caden Allen executed a 4-yard rushing touchdown, with Jack Welch securing the two-point conversion.
Third Quarter:
• Stillwater maintained their offensive prowess in the third quarter. Lukas Lilac added to the lead with an 11-yard rushing touchdown, although the ensuing kick was blocked.
• The defensive unit for Stillwater showcased its impact, as Brody Burdo intercepted a pass in the end zone, after Stillwater pinned the Wolverines back at their one yard line. Landen Staie's PAT kick was good.
Fourth Quarter:
• Jaxon Mueller continued to dominate, adding a 1-yard rushing touchdown to his impressive performance. Landen Staie's successful kick sealed Stillwater's victory and the Section 2 Class D Super Bowl title.
Scoring Recap:
• First Quarter:
• W/LG/B: Nick Jeckel 45 pass from Caden Allen (Run failed)
• Second Quarter:
• S: Jaxon Mueller 1 run (Landen Staie kick)
• S: Lukas Lilac 29 pass from Mueller (Landen Staie kick)
• W/LG/B: Caden Allen 4 run (Jack Welch pass from Caden Allen)
• S: Jaxson Mueller 14 run (Landen Staie kick)
• Third Quarter:
• S: Lukas Lilac 11 run (Kick blocked)
• S: Brody Burdo interception in end zone (Landen Staie kick)
• Fourth Quarter:
• S: Jaxson Mueller 1 run (Landen Staie kick)
•Ravena emerged victorious in the Class B Super Bowl in a hard-fought battle against Glens Falls, securing a 35-27 triumph. Scoring action:
•First Quarter:
•Ravena struck first in the opening quarter as Mason Carkner bulldozed his way into the end zone with a 1-yard run. The ensuing kick, however, was blocked.
•Second Quarter:
•Ravena continued their defensive prowess in the second quarter, with Wyatt Algozzine intercepting a pass and returning it for an 87-yard touchdown. Despite a failed conversion, Ravena maintained control.
•Glens Falls responded with a 69-yard touchdown pass from Brody Holcomb to Kellen Driscoll, but a missed kick left them trailing.
•Ravena extended their lead with Ethan Green's impressive 56-yard run.
•Glens Falls managed to close the gap with Driscoll catching a 14-yard pass from Holcomb.
•Third Quarter:
•Ravena's Kaden Potter added to the lead with a 1-yard rushing touchdown, followed by a successful conversion by Carkner.
•Glens Falls countered with Dimaggio Riley powering through for a 4-yard rushing touchdown, keeping the game close.
•Fourth Quarter:
•The final quarter intensified as Ravena's Dom Paljusaj broke through with a 27-yard run, extending their lead.
•Glens Falls, refusing to back down, responded with Driscoll catching a 13-yard pass from Holcomb.
•Scoring Summary:
•First Quarter:
•RCS: Mason Carkner 1 run (Kick blocked)
•Second Quarter:
•RCS: Wyatt Algozzine 87 interception return (Run failed)
•GF: Kellen Driscoll 69 pass from Brody Holcomb (Kick failed)
•RCS: Ethan Green 56 run (Mason Carkner run)
•GF: Driscoll 14 pass from Holcomb (Bryce McClenning kick)
•Third Quarter:
•RCS: Kaden Potter 1 run (Mason Carkner run)
•GF: Dimaggio Riley 4 run (Bryce McClenning kick)
•Fourth Quarter:
•RCS: Dom Paljusaj 27 run (Jack McFarren kick)
•GF: Driscoll 13 pass from Holcomb (Bryce McClenning kick)
