JOHN S.BURKE HIGH SCHOOL ICE HOCKEY

Burke Catholic Drops Program

2011-09-09T10:52:00.000-05:00

09/09/2011

Just as Burke Catholic decided to join the Catholic School League, the school announced it will be dropping the ice hockey program. All involved did everything in their power to keep the program alive, yet dwindling roster numbers , the closing of Ice Time Sports, and a sour economy, dictated the end results. So after a fine eleven year run, originated by Mr. John Dolan, the doors will close on a program that was extremely successful yet a victim of the times.

Thanks to all who made the program so successful.

Coach Trezza

Burke Catholic Joins Catholic School League

2011-09-06T14:09:00.000-05:00

09/06/2011

Burke Catholic Ice Hockey will play its inaugural season in the 'A' Division of CHSHL. The 'A' Division is comprised of the following teams: St. Joe By The Sea(SI), Msgr. Farrell, Fordham Prep, Iona Prep, Chaminade, St. Anthony, St. Mary. Scheduled games will begin in November.

The eight team league will alleviate many of the scheduling problems the Eagles had encountered with their past affiliation with section 9 hockey. The overall competition will be much better, the league more defined (14 league games), and a playoff schedule that could lead to a berth in a NYS championship vs the winner from the Buffalo Region.

Although the news is exciting, the season will be a challenging one for the Eagles. The 'A' division of the CHSHL will test a very young Squad that will need to be committed to perform at its very best.

With the closing of Ice Time Sports , the Eagles will be practicing and playing some home games at the Palisades Ice Rink in the Palisades mall.

Wednesday Sept. 10TH after school will be the first mandatory meeting for all students interested in joining the team. Practice sessions .. requirements..uniforms .. will be discussed at the meeting.

Spring Clinic

2011-04-06T05:54:00.001-05:00

04/05/2011
The Spring clinic roster continues to grow. Each Wednesday beginning April 6th--8-9:15pm we will have a scrimmage clinic: 15 to 20 minutes of drills followed by a scrimmage game each week.

There is a good mix of players from around the area with Burke , Monroe, NFA, Warwick being represented. There are several 8th graders getting ready for their high school careers; all are travel players and have played with their JV teams.

As of this post will are still looking for players; any school district ok--no seniors. We hope to have a 22-24 player roster. Perfect opportunity to skate in the spring against a good mix of local players. Teams will mix and match each week.

Spring Roster to date

Basic Information: HS Players...Wednesdays 8-9:15....USA Insurance required....Cost $200.00.....

Email coach Coach Trezza if interested.

HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY GAME CLINIC/SCRIMMAGE

2011-03-16T10:21:00.000-05:00

OPEN TO ALL HIGH SCHOOL PLAYERS
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS 8 WEEKS--APRIL THRU JUNE--8-9:15
COST $200.00
ALL PLAYERS NEED: USA INSURANCE--FULL EQUIPMENT--WHITE/BLACK JERSEY
FORMAT: 15-20 MINUTES DRILLS FOLLOWED BY WEEKLY SCRIMMAGES--TEAMS WILL BE MIXED AND MATCHED EACH WEEK

Please Register by: 03/23/11

Interested; Contact Coach AL TREZZA -- HEAD COACH BURKE CATHOLIC
EMAIL: BURKECATHOLIC@GMAIL.COM for APPLICATION/REGISTER
PHONE:845-386-8272
FIRST COME FIRST SERVE---MAXIMUM 30 SPACES OPEN

Hit Link:

Application: Register...print....bring 1st night

You Win Some...You Lose Some......Enjoy the Ride...

2011-03-14T06:32:00.002-05:00

03/14/11

After a season of ups and downs, the Burke Varsity suffered a 7-1 loss in their state regional game at the hands of the Pelham Pelicans , the Section 1 D2 champs. After running through their playoffs with three straight wins , including an upset 1-0 upset win over Rye, the Pelicans brought their well tested 'A' game to their home arena; the Eagles had no answers.

Eagle goaltender Eric Hayden stepped up his game facing 52 shots on net while Richard Hudzik scored the lone Eagle goal.

More than the chance to go to the NYS Regionals, the loss was the last game for a fine group of seniors: Mike McAteer, Mark McAteer, Richard Hudzik, Yale Gropman, Alex Day, Craig Mende, Danny Gilmore. Unlike some recent reports on the shortcomings of some local athletes, all the Burke boys will graduate, all have been accepted into a college , all are pretty good friends, all are still smiling, all have the foundation for a great future. Despite injuries, a diminished bench, O'Neill dropping out of the league, a shortened schedule, the seniors never wavered from their loyalty to the Burke program; no losers here.

What goes around comes around.....Pelham lost their first game in Utica on a questionable goal that seemed to hit the crossbar. Burke's 2008 trip to Utica ended on a questionable goal that seemed to hit the crossbar: opponent Pelham. Go figure.

Suffern , Section 1 D1 champs and ranked the #1 team in the state for most of he season , saw their season end in a first round loss in Utica
.

Sometimes you win , sometimes you lose....enjoy the ride.

Burke Alumni Keeps Rolling Along........

2011-03-03T18:58:00.001-05:00

03/04/11

Nice article on Burke Catholic and Ice Hockey Alumni Tommy Farr in the TH-Record .

Tommy did a terrific job playing wing for the Eagles ; displaying speed and a quick shot. He helped the Eagles capture a Section 9 overall championship in '08 when Burke Catholic won a thrilling 1-0 victory over Monroe to win the Section title.

Check out below the You Tube link below. Tommy hits post late....Burke holds on for Championship.

Burke Catholic Section IX Champs

State Regional: Burke Catholic vs Pelham..03/05/2011-4pm Ice Hutch

2011-02-27T22:26:00.013-05:00

02/27/11

A hard fought 1-0 victory by Pelham over Rye labeled the D2 Regional NYS Regional opponent for Burke Catholic. The game was played at West Point with an enthusiastic crowd of supporters for both sides.

The defensive contest was decided on a tip in goal midway through the third period.

Pelham and Burke Catholic will now do battle for the second time in three years. The winner will gain the right to go to the final four in Utica and a chance for a state title.

In the early game , the number one ranked D1 team in the state , Suffern, defeated White Plains 4-1. Suffern will now play Monroe Woodbury in the D1 Regional.

Both games will be played next week on Section 1 ice;

Burke Catholic vs Pelham -- Saturday 03/05--4 pm--Ice Hutch.

Hats off to Section 1 for an exciting well organized section final.

Weekly Schedule:
Tuesday: Off Ice : 3-4pm-Burke
Wednesday: Varsity Practice-5-6pm
Friday: Varsity Practice: 4:45-5:45pm
Saturday: Regional Playoff vs Pelham--@Ice Hutch..4pm--bus 1:15@ Burke

PLAYOFFS....

2011-02-25T14:07:00.008-05:00

02/26/11

Section Playoffs--D2--Rye vs Phellam-West Point-6:30pm
Winner will play Burke Catholic for D2--NYS Regional Title-03/05/11 TBA

Weekly Schedule:

Tuesday: Off Ice : 3-4pm-Burke
Wednesday: Varsity Practice-5-6pm
Friday: Varsity Practice: 4:45-5:45pm
Saturday: Regional Playoff vs Phelham--TBA

Road To Utica Must Pass Through Section 1...........

2011-02-18T19:02:00.000-05:00

02/18/2011

Follow the playoff bracket of Section 1 -- Burke Catholic's first Regional opponent.

SECTION ONE--NYS PLAYOFF BRACKETS

Too Little Too Late..............

2011-02-16T07:10:00.002-05:00

02/15/11

On Sunday night, a hard fought contest vs Clarkstown at the Palisades resulted in a 6-5 Varsity loss. Senior Richard Hudzik and Freshman Dylan Healey led the offense with two goals each while Freshman Ian Bernes completed the offensive output for the Eagles with one goal.

Hudzik and Healey both played their best game of the season. The Eagles out shot their opponents 35 to 30 yet could not put a win in the books.

Once again shorthanded by two late scratches , the varsity did not falter despite being down early in the contest 3-1 and late in the third period 6-4; the Eagles continued to ramp up the attack.

Too Little Too Late.......

Skating in Circles:

The JV is invited to skate with the Varsity @ the next three practices--Thursday 4-5--Monday 5-6--Thursday 4-5. There are no more JV practices. If possible we will line up some games.

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

Thursday: Practice 4-5
NO FRIDAY PRACTICE.
02/19 Saturday: Varsity...9pm-10:30pm...possible scrimmage or practice.
02/21 Monday : 5-6
02/24Thursday: 4-5
02/26 Saturday : 9-10:30 .. tba...
03/04 Friday: Varsity 4:45-5:45
03/05 Saturday--State Regional Tournament vs Section 1 Away.

Thanks to TH-Record reporter William Montgomery for a nice article on some of our senior boys. Although only three of seniors were profiled, hats off to all the seniors who have carried the team through-out the entire season.

Any JV player that would like to visit the school or receive additional information on attending the school...please contact MR. Dolan @ 845-294-5481 or Coach Trezza 845-386-8272.

Weather Again Forces JV Game to be Cancelled

2011-02-05T14:36:00.000-05:00

02/05/11

Albany Academy has cancelled due to weather conditions. Unfortunately the weather has reeked havoc on the schedule. We will do our best to make up some of the games.

Any JV player is welcome to skate with the Varsity on Thursdays -- 4 TO 5 PM--. Friday practice is still 4:45 to 5:45. We hope to do more scrimmaging with the Varsity at the Friday practice. The Varsity season is winding down as they get ready for their Regional play-off on 03/05.

Varsity Notes: Seniors Alex Day, assisted by Sophomore Stephen Speer, and Richard Hudzik, assisted by Senior Mike McAteer, each scored a goal as the Eagles fought to a 2-2 tie vs the Harvey school in Katonah. Eric Hayden steered away 24 shots on net while the Eagle offense peppered the Harvey net minder with 28 shots.

Although fast an furious , neither team could get the game winner in overtime.

All Together Now...

2011-02-01T18:18:00.003-05:00

02/01/11

For the first time in two months the Varsity had a full squad on hand vs Monroe . Although the results were not pretty , having a full bench was a welcome change to the sparse gathering of the last several games.. Truth is , Monroe is now a scrimmage game for the Eagles - albeit a heated one. Since the revised Section IX format; which eliminates any competition for league placement or playoffs, and O'Neill dropping their program, the Eagles are now the sole D2 team in the section. They will play in the first round of the state Regionals vs Section 1 regardless of their record.

Section IX needs an overhaul. With the new State mandate of a 20 game schedule , the majority of games are independent from the league. Scheduling games has become very difficult since other teams use up their allotment of games to play their league schedule. Joining forces with Section 1 , which has numerous teams in many divisions , would make for some practical sense.

Burke Catholic is exploring its options. There is the possibility of playing in the Catholic School league or the newly formed Harvey boarding school league for next season. The local rivalries have been good. Scheduled games within the area can continue ; but it's time for a better format.

Proud to be an Eagle: Despite getting pushed, shoved, and taunted ( a poor display of sportsmanship by their opponents) , the Varsity boys took their lumps in stride. The upperclassman showed true character
in maintaining their composure, the underclassman gave it their best effort, collectively the team supported each other. Easy to be supportive while winning, but a true test of character is how you act in defeat.

Skating in Circles:

Glad to see Senior Craig Mende and family all ok after a fire destroyed their house ..Hockey equipment survived and Craig , being the ultimate team player, showed up to play..... Junior Connor Dolansky and Nick Musco, back from a long stretch on the DL, starting to get their hockey legs back...Mr. Dolan still recovering from a snow blower accident and we wish him the best--.ALUMNI STUFF...Burke's all time leading scorer, Jason Healey, lighting it up for the Junior B Hitman--tied for league scoring title...Burke Alumni , Tommy Mahoney and Chris Reinfried , leading ACHA Siena to a #1 ranking in the Northeast D1 Club Ranks...Billy Hluchan(American University) and Greg Bruschette ( Iona) trading in the skates and winning several battle of the bands contest with their group Shack...all three captains-- Mike McAteer, Mark McAteer, and Richard Hudzik all accepted to Johnson & Wales University ( mercy).........

Weekly Schedule:

Thursday : Regular Practice
Friday: Varsity Game vs Harvey--@Katonah--4pm-Bus leaves school 2pm
Friday: JV practice 4:45
Saturday : JV vs Albany Academy--7:45 @ Ice Time

SUNDAY'S JV GAME VS IONA CANCELED....

2011-01-20T22:29:00.000-05:00

01/20/2011

SUNDAY'S JV GAME VS IONA CANCELED..........01/23/2011...game will be re-scheduled if possible.

The ' Alamo Gang'......

2011-01-16T10:02:00.035-05:00

Holding down the fort might be a little gar fetched, yet the Burke Catholic Varsity, with only 10 skaters including their starting goaltender playing left wing, lost in a shoot-out 4-3 in the first round of the Scarsdale Tournament; Final score Stepinac 4 Burke Catholic 3.

Freshman goaltender Stephen Herschel did all he could to compete for the victory, stopping 22 shots , while regular starting goaltender Eric Hayden did a fine job skating out of the net for the first time in his Varsity career.

Jumping out to a 3-1 lead looked promising for the undermanned Eagles, yet penalties and fatigue finally took their toll.

Seniors Alex Day, Richard Hudzik, Mark McAteer provided the offense with one goal each.

Despite several opportunities in the final seconds of over-time to put a win in the books, the Eagles gallant effort came up a short.

Sunday's Consolation game vs Scarsdale proved to be the second thriller of the weekend. Nick Musco wristed what was the winning goal with two minutes remaining in the third period as the abbreviated Eagle varsity squeezed out a 2-1 win.

Junior net minder Eric Hayden turned away 26 shots while the defense led by seniors Alex Day and Richard Hudzik were stellar in front of him. Seniors Mike McAteer and Craig Mende logged heavy duty minutes to helped secure the win while underclassmen Teresa Segreti, Steven Speer , Sean Matusch , and Nick Musco played significant roles in the victory.

Clinging to a one goal lead provided by all-tournament team selection senior Mike McAteer early in the contest, the Eagles finally cracked with three minutes left in the third period, as the Scarsdale Raiders found the back of the Eagles Net.

Time to pack it in...no way... not for the 'Alamo Gang ' who would not be denied; responding with a quick score of their own.

Overall an excellent effort for the Tournament Weekend.

Weekly Schedule::

Monday Optional practice--regular time.
Wednesday--JV scrimmage vs NFA--4-5:30
Thursday Regular Practice--Varsity be sure to wear practice Jerseys.
Friday-JV and Varsity Practice-4:45
Sunday--JV away @Ice Hutch vs Iona Prep--8:15PM
Monday--Varsity Pictures--Regular Practice

NFA JV GAME CANCELED..01/12/11....

2011-01-12T11:49:00.000-05:00

01/12/2011

NFA has canceled today's JV game. Please pass the word to teammates.

Any JV player is welcome to skate with our varsity on Thursday -- 4 to 5pm--please wear Burke Jersey if you plan on attending.

Friday regular practice.

Dynamic Duos (brothers) at the Burke Outdoor Rink.....

Mac Boys....Dolanskys....Healeys...............

Maybe with a shoveling crew we can get the rink open this year .......

VARSITY SPLITS SECTION 9 WEEKEND.....

2011-01-11T22:23:00.002-05:00

01/11/11

Senior Richard Hudzik registered four goals as the Varsity continued their dominance over a young NFA team on Saturday.; final score Burke 10 NFA 2.

Sunday night sang another tune vs section rival Monroe Woodbury. After sophomore Sean Matusch hammered a slap shot into the upper corner to bring the varsity within one, the varsity surrendered three unanswered goals to absorb a 5-1 loss. Senior Hudzik scored the lone Eagle goal

The effort was good, the pace was fast, yet the results in the win column came up empty.

Weekend Specials.....

Senior Richard Hudzik has played both ends of the ice for the last several games. Normally a forward for the first line, the four year varsity member has shored-up the defense with the absence of Conner Dolansky; accepting the role without complaint. With a good shot and strong skating style, Richard has been a main factor keeping the varsity competitive.

Sophomore Sean Matusch continues to improve his game . The lanky defenseman has settled down from his early season development to be one of the main anchors on the Burke defense. Sean's rocket goal in the Monroe game demonstrated his quick strong shot being his best asset while his defense around the net has improved each week.

Freshman Dylan Healey, finally healthy, is starting to find a home on the offense. Playing mostly center over the weekend, Dylan showed a slick skating style with good vision of the ice. Only good things to come.

Welcome Back....

Sophomore Nick Musco back from a leg injury....Senior Yale Gropman back from his trip to India (nice winter vacation).

Schedule for the Week:

Monday--regular practice
Wednesday--JV scrimmage vs NFA--4PM (weather permitting-check website )
Thursday--Practice open to all JV and Varsity--4-5pm
Friday ---Practice open to all JV and Varsity--4:45-5:45
Saturday-Varsity @ Scarsdale Tournament Ice Hutch--see schedule
Sunday -Varsity @ Scarsdale Tournament Ice Hutch--see schedule
Monday -- Varsity Pictures--practice.

* note JV wear Burke jerseys @ all practices

GAME @Harvey School Cancelled........PRACTICE CANCELLED

2011-01-07T10:56:00.001-05:00

01/07/11

ALL Activities are cancelled today--Friday 01/07/11--due to weather. Next game for Varsity is Saturday 01/08/11 vs NFA---7PM.

A JV practice/scrimmage vs NFA has been added for Wednesday 01/12/11 at Ice Time. The Ice Slot is from 3:30 to 5pm--considering the early session players will be allowed to arrive late. Bring Jersey.

COVER GIRL....

2011-01-05T08:16:00.000-05:00

Varsity 845

Hockey: Segreti breaks the ice with boys

Burke sophomore only girl in Section 9 hockey
By BY WILLIAM MONTGOMERY

Times Herald-Record
Published: 2:00 AM - 01/05/11
TOWN OF NEWBURGH — Al Trezza, coach of the John S. Burke Catholic ice hockey team, joked with sophomore forward Teresa Segreti that some people are going to think of her as a novelty act — a traveling sideshow. Step right up and see the hockey player with a ponytail!.........click to Article...

Senior Captains Got It Figured Out : Finishing Up Strong...

2011-01-03T23:12:00.003-05:00

01/03/2010

After a long mid season break , the Eagle Varsity led by Senior Captains Mike and Mark McAteer, Richard Hudzik, and Assistant Captain Craig Mende , hope to finish the season in strong fashion.

In a season plagued with injuries and some tough losses , the senior captains have logged plenty of ice time. All four have played multiple positions without complaint while accepting their roles as mentors to the younger players.

Four years with the team; the first two seasons working their way up with spot roles on a strong state bound twenty man roster; all the boys are now reaping the rewards of their hard work; lots of playing time, leaders of the team, good student athletes, looking ahead to college, having fun.

Think they got it figured out.....maybe that's why they're always smiling.

Weekly Schedule:
Monday - Regular Practice
Thursday- Regular Practice
Friday--JV practice 4:30-5:45
Friday--Varsity vs Harvey-away 5pm-(bus)
Saturday--Varsity vs NFA-6PM
Sunday--Varsity vs Monroe - 6PM

JV GAME vs ST. JOE'S CANCELLED

2010-12-27T08:07:00.001-05:00

12/27/2010

Due to poor weather conditions -- today's game vs ST.Joe's is cancelled. Next practice will be Thursday 12/30 -- 4-5 pm @ Ice Time......please spread the word.

Skating In Circles....Varsity Drops Two ...

2010-12-20T12:14:00.005-05:00

12/20/10

Glens Falls and Msgr. Farrell, two formidable teams on the schedule, proved to be too much for the shorthanded Varsity; resulting in 3-1( Glens Falls) and 6-2 (Farrell) defeats.

Playing their eight game in eleven days, skating with only ten players due to injuries and vacation, the Burke Boys ( girl) gave both opponents a run for their money; only to come up empty late in the game. Despite the set backs, the grit of the varsity was on display throughout the weekend.

A Holiday break may be just what the doctor ordered.

Notes: Team Pictures on Monday-Re-echeduled...All games this week will be re-scheduled.

Alumni Notes: Please read the following message from MR. Kless regarding practice with the Varsity. Would love to see Alums at practice during the vacation..but NYS rule states NO....Still come by and say hello...

Coaches,

Now that colleges are on Christmas break, some of our alumni may be asking to come and practice/scrimmage with your teams. Please know that NYSPHSAA Representation Standard prohibits games and practices between students and adults during the season. Alums are more than welcome to attend practice, with your approval obviously, but as spectators only. Alums, or any other adults for that matter, are not permitted to give instruction/coaching or participate in any drills or scrimmages.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE:

Monday: Practice/Team Pictures
Tuesday: Iona Game Re-schedlued
Thursday: Game Re-scheduled
NO PRACTICE FRIDAY DEC 24TH----next practice DEC 30TH -- 4PM TO 5PM---ALL JV/VARSITY.
NO PRACTICE FRIDAY DEC 31ST.
Monday: Dec 27th--JV vs ST.Joe--4:40 Start @ Sport-o-Rama--

Merry Christmas ........ Coach Trezza

WORKING OVERTIME REAPS REWARDS.....

2010-12-19T00:17:00.001-05:00

12/18/10

Freshman Ian Bernes completed his hat trick in grand form; scoring an overtime goal to pace the Baby Eagles to a 4-3 victory over Catholic school rival Iona Prep.

In the most exciting game of the season , steady Goaltending by Ryan Glander and Stephen Herschel helped lead the JV team to victory. Aidan Ludington completed the scoring for the Eagles . David Malota stood out on defense.

The pace was fast, the defense was good, the goaltending was solid. Not a bad way to stay undefeated.Due to the Holidays there will be no practice 12/24 -- next game 12/27 vs ST.Joe's @ Sportorama 4:40pm

BABY EAGLES FLYING....Live with Matt and Mike

2010-12-18T10:24:00.001-05:00

12/18/10

The Baby Eagles swept the season series with Msgr. Farrell with a 6-2 victory at the Staten Island Pavilion on Tuesday. Dylan Healey wasted no time setting the tone for the Eagles with a goal 10 seconds into the game and Ian Bernes added two quick goals for the 3-0 lead; the Eagles never looked back.

Ryan Glander and Stephen Herschel shut down the Lions in goal- allowing two goals on 24 shots while Matt Wilson and Connor Healey helped shore up the defense. Jack Tofallos, Teresa Segreti, Kyle McNamara completed the Eagle's scoring.

On Friday NFA became the latest prey of the JV team . The scrimmage displayed lots of offense and good defense by the JV team led by Sophomore Sean Matusch and Kyle McNamara. Stephen Seccafico scored his first Eagle goal.

A Saturday 7:45pm contest vs Iona Prep will be up next for the JV team. The game will be live on Internet radio hosted by Matt and Mike the regular Burke Catholic announcers. The game will also be archived on their Web Site.. Anyone interested in sponsoring any of the Broadcasts can contact Coach Trezza for details.

Close But No Cigar.....

2010-12-13T12:25:00.002-05:00

12/10./2010

Young Birds earn their wings........
Freshman Ian Bernes registered his first hat trick as an Eagle to lead the Varsity to a 8-1 win over league rivals NFA. Senior Mark McAteer also had a big five point night - netting two goals and three assist - as the offense came to life pouring 49 shots on goal. Sophomore Sean Matusch(2)and Senior Richard Hudzik rounded out the offensive outburst; final score Eagles 8 NFA 1.

On the defensive side of the blue line, Senior Alex Day led a shortened staff of defenseman to help seal the victory. Senior Yale Gropman, Sophomore Sean Matusch, and Freshman Dylan Healey, shut down any ideas NFA had about scoring. With Connor Dolansky sustaining a wrist injury, the defense worked overtime in the win.

This year's version of Burke Hockey is a work in progress. Long way to go but with the win a good step forward.

HATS OFF: Mike McAteer, Mark McAteer, Richard Hudzik have been chosen as this year's Varsity Captains while Craig Mende and Connor Dolansky will wear the ' A'.

12/11/2010

With the loss of Junior defenseman Connor Dolansky to a wrist injury, the short bench of the Eagles proved to be costly.A weary Eagles defense allowed three third period goals to the Harvey School to absorb a 5-3 loss at Ice Time. Junior goaltender Eric Haden was solid in net but could not save the day. Feshman Ian Bernes, Senior Mark McAteer, and Senior Richard Hudzik continued with their hot hands; each scoring a goal.

12/12/2010

For the second straight night, the varsity went head to head with a good opponent only to fall short in the third period; final score Iona Prep 4 Burke 2. After falling behind 2-0 early , the Eagles stormed back with a power play goal by Senior Alex Day and a 40 ft slap shot goal by Sean Matusch to even things at 2. Iona got the advantage with a third period goal and the game clincher with an empty net tally.

Close but no cigar. The injury ridden Eagles continue to improve and be competitive yet are still trying to figure out how to win. There is no lack of effort in their quest.

Skating in Circles:

Connor Dolansky will be out 4-6 weeks with a broken bone in the wrist area. Connor's loss is a big one for the Eagles as Connor has done a fine job helping lead the defense. Connor is already chomping on the bit to return hopefully sometime in late January..... Nick Musco is rumored to be a week or two away from getting back into action. A leg injury has kept him sidelined since early off-ice practices.....Freshman Dylan Healey has done a fine job on defense since joining the team. Normally a forward, Dylan has stepped up to help out a struggling undermanned defense...senior Yale Gropman has brought his feisty championship soccer attitude to the Eagle defense. Direct from his competitions in this year's NYS Soccer State final , Yale has shown he will not back down when the corners call.....

Weekly Schedule:

Monday: regular practice
Tuesday: JV vs Farrell at Staten Island Pavilion 7:20pm-no bus
Wednesday: Varsity vs Fieldstone at Fieldstone 6:15pm-bus
Thursday: Regular Practice
Friday: JV vs NFA 4:30----Varsity vs Glenn Falls 9:30pm
Saturday: JV vs Iona Prep 7:45pm
Sunday: Varsity vs Farrell 6:15pm

JV ROUTS...VARSITY LOOKS TO IMPROVE...

2010-12-07T01:58:00.003-05:00

11/06/10

The Baby Eagles skated over ST. Joseph's with an impressive 8-0 win on Saturday at Ice Time. Dylan Healey and Kyle McNamara led the offense; scoring two goals each while Stephen Herschel and Ryan Glander pitched the shutout.

Next Practice Friday 11/10/10- 4:45pm..Next Game Tuesday-11/14/10-- 7:20pm @ Staten Island Pavilion vs Msg. Farrell.

The Varsity will look to improve from their slow start with three games at home this weekend.

Weekly Schedule:

Monday: Regular practice
Tuesday: Office-school
Thursday: Regular practice

Friday: Jv Practice 4:45
Friday: Varsity vs NFA 9:30 PM..IceTime
Saturday: Varsity vs Harvey 7:45pm.. IceTime
Sunday: Varsity vs Iona Prep 6:15pm.. IceTime

Game @Harvey School Cancelled........

2010-12-01T14:12:00.000-05:00

12/01/2010

Due to the weather and loss of electric power @ the Harvey School , today's game cancelled.....better days ahead

Two Steps Forward...One Step Back......Next....

2010-11-30T11:58:00.004-05:00

11/29/10

Forward...Despite losing 2 of 3 at the White Plains Tournament, the Burke Eagles demonstrated some grit over the Holiday weekend. After a 6-0 loss to Tournament winners and Section 1X rivals Monroe Woodbury , the Varsity lost a hard fought contest vs Salem 3-2. A 8-0 win over NFA concluded the long Holiday weekend which also saw the Eagles win all three of its 30 minute scrimmages vs Scarsdale, Fieldstone, North Rockland.

The defensive team of Alex Day, Yale Gropman, Sean Matusch, Connor Dolansky continued to improve in front of goaltenders Eric Hayden and Steven Herschel; they allowed the opponents only one goal in the scrimmages and played tough in the Tournament.

Michael McAteer led the Eagles offense with four goals and nine assist while Richard Hudzik chipped in with three goals and four assist.

Backward ..... On Monday a speedy St. Joes team put some added pressure on the Eagle defense as they skated to a 7-1 victory over the Burke varsity. Despite out shooting their opponents , a lack-luster defensive effort by the entire Burke team set the tone for the loss.

One way hockey usually ends up one way......

Next Step.... Varsity heads to the Harvey School Wednesday for an afternoon contest.

Weekly Schedule:

Wednesday : Varsity vs Harvey School
Thursday : Regular Practice
Friday: Regular JV/VARSITY Practice
Saturday : JV vs St.Joes - IceTime 7:30

Bloated Weekend...

2010-11-24T16:38:00.005-05:00

11/24/2010

Hockey Overload. The Varsity Eagles will be very busy this Holiday weekend. Friday will see the Eagles play their initial White Plains Tournament game vs Monroe at Ebersole Rink 11 am. . Saturday will feature the Eagle's traditional sojourn to the Ice Hutch for the Scarsdale Jamboree scrimmage 11am to 2pm; they will compete in three thirty minute periods vs three different teams: Scarsdale, Fieldstone Prep, North Rockland.

The rest of the weekend will consist of two games to complete the White Plains Tournament. Ending the four day marathon will be a 5pm home game vs ST.Joseph on Monday.

After a solid scrimmage vs Clarkstown , led by the offensive play of Seniors Michael McAteer, Mark McAteer, Richard Hudzik, and the improved defensive play of Junior Connor Dolanski, the Varsity will get a a full weekend of skating to build on their team play.

Directions to Ebersole Rink:

53 Lake St.
White Plains, NY 10605
914-422-1348

Directions to Ice Hutch:

Ice Hutch
655 Garden Avenue
Mount Vernon , NY 10550
(914) 699-6787

First time for everything....

2010-11-21T20:22:00.002-05:00

11/20/2010

The Varsity stumbled out of the gate in their first exhibition contest of the season. Msg. Farrell of Staten Island brought all their weapons against the Eagles to gain the victory; final score 10-3.

Despite the score, the newest version of Burke Varsity Hockey skated to a night of firsts:

Sophomore Teresa Segreti became the first female player to skate for the Varsity. Teresa, who also carried a 97 average for the first marking period, did a very nice job both on wing and on defense.

Freshman Dylan Healey and Ian Bernes got their first taste of Varsity hockey; a little bitter for the newest Healey addition who sustained a shoulder strain early in the contest and had to be sidelined but sweet for Ian who registered his first Eagle goal.

Freshman Goaltender Stephen Herschel got his first look from between the pipes. Stephen , who saw 12 shots on net in the third period, also suits up for the JV squad.

Look for this Eagle team to battle all season. With their ranks somewhat depleted through graduations and the loss of several key players, look to the Seniors to carry the load. Mike and Mark McAteer , Richard Hudzik, Alex Day, Yale Gropman, Craig Mende, will see plenty of ice time.

The Season will really kick-off this week with a plenty of Holiday action scheduled.

UP-COMING SCHEDULE::

Monday: Scrimmage @ Palisades vs Clarkstown ( Bus leaves immediately after school)
Tuesday : Off Ice @ Primo Sports 3:30 to 4:45 pm
Friday: White Plains Tournament ( see schedule)
Saturday: Scarsdale Jamboree @ Ice Hutch///White Plains Tournament( see schedule )
Sunday: White Plains Tournament( see schedule)
Monday: Varsity vs St. Joseph 5pm @ Ice Time
Wednesday: Harvey School @ Katonah

Happy Thanksgiving.....

Little Eagles Start To Fly

2010-11-15T21:41:00.010-05:00

11/15/2010

One year ago Msgr. Farrell pushed around the Burke JV team . Bigger, faster, and ready to go , the Baby Eagles returned the favor with a 6-5 victory at Ice Time on Sunday.

After Burke scored three goals in the first period , Farrell responded with their own offensive flurry; scoring four goals to take the lead. After trading third period goals, a late score by the Eagles sealed the victory.

Varsity Gets it Going....

Tuesday will see the Varsity begin their season with a trip to the Pavilion in Staten Island. Msgr. Farrell, last year's Catholic School Champs, will be waiting. With a new group of seniors , a supporting group of juniors and sophomores, and some talented freshman, the Burke squad will try to revenge last year's loss to Farrell and kick off their season with a victory.

Here we go....have fun.........

Weekly Schedule:

Monday..regular practice
Tuesday .. Varsity @ Msg Farrell..7:20
Thursday..regular practice
Friday..JV & Varsity practice..4:30-5:45.
Saturday scrimmage @ Lakeland cancelled.

2010-11-08T06:20:00.006-05:00

Senior Richard Hudzik leads the way as off-ice practice along with on ice preparation for the season continues. Richard has been a four year member of the team. Richard will be looked to for his leadership and his offensive abilities on the ice.

Schedule of Week 11/08/10:

Monday practice 5-6pm IceTime
Tuesday off ice 2:45 @ school
Thursday practice 4-5pm IceTime
Friday practice ( with JV) 4:30-5:45
JV game..Sunday..6pm..IceTime...Msg Farrell...

HOCKEY SEASON BEGINS

2010-10-31T20:29:00.006-05:00

Junior Goaltender:

Eric Hayden

Eric will be returning for his third season with the Eagles. After a Freshman season as the JV goaltender , Eric jumped into the fire as last year's starting Varsity Goaltender. Eric had an excellent 2009/10 season and continued to improve as the season progressed.

11/31/10

Practice Schedule:

Monday 11/01/10 .... 4:45 - 6pm
Tuesday 11/02/10.... Senior practice @ school-3pm
Thursday 11/04/10.. 3:45 - 5PM
Friday 11/05/0......... 4:15-5:30

New Season-New Seniors- New Faces

2010-10-26T05:37:00.008-05:00

10/25/2010

Burke Catholic has begun their off-ice workouts: fitness/running at the school - cycling at the YMCA.

Led by Seniors, Mark and Mike McAteer, Richard Hudzik, Matt Lounsbury, Craig Mende, the Eagles are working on conditioning to prepare them for the season.

With each new season challenges arise, yet with the loss of last year's top gunners , Jay Healey , Dillon Dolansky, Josh Koerner, the 2010 season might prove to be a little more so.

If the early work-outs are any indication of commitment to the season , then the current team should do quite well; attendance has been excellent and the seniors have taken their inherited role as leaders with enthusiasm. Question is.... can they skate as well as they run. Stay tuned. On ice practices start November 1.

Burke Boys Scoop Up Awards.....

2010-03-16T08:39:00.010-05:00

03/16/2010

Seniors Jay Healey, Dillon Dolansky , and Junior Josh Koerner were selected first team ALL-Record Team. For the second year running Burke Catholic placed three players on the first team. This was also the second first team selection for Jay Healey.

Josh Koerner was also selected for the Honorable Mention Team chosen by coaches and representatives The New York State High School Hockey Coaches Association.

Congratulations to the Boys for their fine seasons.

In case you missed it: IT HAPPENS.........

Burke Catholic had its own kind of meltdown in the Regional--giving up 5 goals in just about three minutes. How about #2 ranked Suffern. Leading 3-1 with .31 seconds to play, the Section 1 Mounties were shocked by eventual D1 Camps West Genesee(#1) in with a real tough 4-3 OT loss.

Sometimes you win and sometimes you........

Read all about it....

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D2 FINAL BRACKET AND RESULTS.

D1 FINAL BRACKET AND RESULTS.

Notes: Dinner tentatively scheduled for Sunday 04/18/10.

In A NY Minute...........

2010-03-08T18:30:00.015-05:00

03/08/2010

The Burke Varsity Season came to a screeching halt with a 7-3 loss to ST. Lawrence. Sporting a 3-0 lead on the blades of Junior Josh Koerner, the Eagles gave it all back and then some, as the Lallies tallied for 5 goals in 2min and 43 seconds to take a 5-3 lead to the first intermission...

Although the young Eagles battled the rest of

the way -they never recovered. St.Lawrence will now head to Utica to play in the Final Four. We wish them luck.

Josh Koerner capped off his breakout season with a hat trick - including two short handed

goals. Josh's energy and fine play lifted the Eagles through-out the season.

Seniors Jay Healey and Dillon Dolansky played their final game for Burke Catholic. Both boys were four year varsity players with two overall Section 9 championships, three D2 championships, a Regional championship, and a trip to the State Final Four under their belt....not to shabby. Senior Austin Spears also ended his brief career with the Eagles . A late comer, who until this year never played goaltender, Austin was a big help in practice and a solid respected member of the team.

The Eagles were competitive throughout the season. Their 13-8 overall record-winners of The Scarsdale Tournment-Section 9 D2 Champions was above and beyond any early expectations.

With a good Junior class waiting to take its leadership role as seniors and a good supporting group of underclassmen- with playing experience - next year's team looks promising.

Varsity Section 9 D2 Champs...The Road To Utica....

2010-03-02T10:17:00.015-05:00

03/02/2010

Junior Josh Koerner spearheaded an 8-0 trouncing of O'Neill, propelling the Burke Catholic Varsity into a weekend showdown with Section 10 champs ST. Lawrence Central Larries for the NYS HS Regional title.

Burke will host the game Saturday 1pm at Ice time Sports.

Saturday's game will mark the third consecutive year the Eagles have earned a chance to compete in the Finals at Utica NY March 13/14th.

Although a 1-2 overall Regional record, the Eagles have represented themselves well. Both losses at the hands of Sweet Home were by one goal; including a heartbreaking 2-1 overtime loss in 2007/08.

The third trip proved to be a charm. The Eagles 4-0 shutdown of Salmon River at the Shamrock's hostile rink gave Burke their first trip to the Final Four.

A disputed goal ended the Eagles quest in Utica as Phelam skated to the 3-2 semi final victory.

So....with a 13-7 final record , a young Eagles squad led by Senior Captains Jay Healey and Dillon Dolansky, will give their best effort to continue on the road to Utica.

Go Eagles................

Siena Boys @ Ice time

2010-02-27T12:38:00.004-05:00

02/27/10

Siena's ACHA D3 club team will be playing tonight 8pm @ Ice Time. Burke graduates Tommy Mahoney, Alex Pizzano, Mike Beck , Danny Kelly, Andrew Keating should be in the line-up.

If Siena wins Saturday's game , they will play in their league final Sunday night at Ice Time.

Good opportunity to support the former Eagles while checking out the Siena program.

Friday's Practice Cancelled

2010-02-26T11:08:00.003-05:00

02/26/10

Friday's Practice Cancelled----Sunday's game vs O'Neill 5:45pm--if it Stops snowing......

No Practice Today

2010-02-25T12:21:00.008-05:00

02/25/10--No practice today...Mother Nature Wins......Make sure to check about Friday's practice......

Sunday's game is 5:45 PM vs O'Neill -- playoffs...!!!

Cycling CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW

2010-02-23T14:32:00.001-05:00

Today 02/23/2010---cycling cancelled.

NO PHONES..WEATHER..ECONOMY

2010-02-17T13:32:00.005-05:00

02/16/2010

Don Bosco Prep scored early and often to defeat the Eagles 9-5. Goaltender Eric Hayden, who has been one of the biggest surprises of the season, had very little help defensively with the Bosco offensive attack.

Bosco, which had 90 players tryout for their team in the fall, kept the pressure on the Eagles through out the game. Josh Koerner was the lone bright spot for the varsity , bringing the roster challenged Eagles back from a 5-0 deficit to a 6-4 game. Josh , using his outstanding speed, scored his 5th hat trick of the season. Yale Gropman and Richard Hudzik completed the Eagle scoring.

With Ithaca cancelling their game this Friday ( they could not afford the motel) the Eagles have completed their regular season with a 12-7 record.

Friday's game slot will be utilized yet senior night will have to be re-scheduled again. Ithaca becomes the third team that has cancelled with very little notice. A NY State mandate of playing 20 games ( down from 24), weather, and now the economy , has wreaked some havoc on the schedule.

The JV team will be playing this Saturday 8:15pm@ Icetime. This is the re-scheduled game vs Farrell.

The Eagles will now prepare for their must win playoff game vs O'Neill on Sunday the 28th.

CYCLING CANCELLED DUE TO SNOW

2010-02-16T14:39:00.003-05:00

Study Hard..Play Hard..Reap the Rewards...

2010-02-13T08:55:00.004-05:00

02/14/2010

It's been no secret that the Burke Catholic Hockey team has been one of the most successful hockey programs in the local area; over the course of the last two seasons- Section 9 and D2

Champs-Last Year's Regional Champs ; A 65 and 26 record over the last four years. Many of those players have moved on to play college hockey and have been very successful. Last week , theTimes Herald Record posted a story listing the former Eagles currently playing in the college ranks . The schools range from Siena, American University, Niagra, and New Haven.

All of the players mentioned in the article play for teams registered in American College Hockey Association. It is comprised of colleges throughout the county representing different geographical areas. There are D1-D2-D3 men and women teams. Depending on the program, they play a very competitive schedule highlighted by National Championships.

Point: if you can get into a college you can continue to play. Burke Catholic is very proud of the fact that the boys mentioned in the article had the grades and the SAT scores to be accepted by their respective institutions. Their hard work both on and off the ice enabled them the opportunity to be classified as student athletes at the Collegiate level.

So...Study hard..Play hard..Reap the rewards....

NOTES: Siena's D3 team will be playing in their playoffs at IceTime the last weekend in February...Coach Scott Malinowski jr is a graduate of the college ranks--Scott was a member of two time National Champs Morrisville College and a graduate of Towson State College where he played for their D1 club program.......Baseball calls: Coach Alex Trezza - former StonyBrook University D1 Club Ice Hockey all time leading scorer and currently professional Baseball player for the Worcester Tornadoes, has accepted an assistant coaching job at Anna Marie College in Worcester Mass. Alex, with eight years of minor league expierience with the Detroit Tigers , Colorado Rockies, North Shore Spirit, will

continue his career with the Tornadoes while working towards his masters and coaching at the collegiate level....Coach John Conroy has been a big help on the bench this year--he has volunteered his time while attending Mount St. Mary College where he is a member of their D3 baseball team-John had a great fall season and will be the Mount's starting first baseman.

Make sure to check the schedule for the final games of the year. Sunday's Jv will have to be re-scheduled as Msg. Farrell has canceled.

Eagles Roll..Work Toward Playoffs....

2010-02-06T09:27:00.004-05:00

02/06/10

Junior Craig Mende forced an offensive turnover inside the blue line and Jay Healey finished the work with one of his 5 points on the night , helping lift the Eagles to thier 13 win of the season.

Final score: Eagles 6- Beekman 3.

With Beekman rolling into town from upstate New York, 10-2 and ranked in the top ten of D2 schools , the Eagles were more than up to the challenge. Josh Koerner(3/1), Jay Healey(1/4), Richard Hudzik(1), Alex Day(1), lit up the scoreboard while Dillon Dolansky and his defensive crew helped secure the well earned victory.

Sophomore Goaltender Eric Hayden stopped 23 of 26 shots while the penalty kill unit led by Mike McAteer killed off five of six odd man advantages.

The Eagles improve to 13-6 on the season with the playoffs , regional, final four placement, up for grabs.

Notes: Msg. Farrell has canceled Saturday's game due to ' maybe a chance' of snow. The Varsity will scrimmage NFA-8pm...Senior Night will be moved to 02/19.....Glad to report Mark McAteer is back home and getting better....

Those that think they can succeed usually do.........

Listen to replay of game from Matt and Mike....

Add One To The Trophy Case....

2010-01-28T05:29:00.005-05:00

01/27/2010

Co-Captains Seniors Dillon Dolansky and Jay Healey led the Varsity to a victory over The Harvey School in the finals of the Scarsdale Tournament; Final score 6-2.

In a final game that had to be re-scheduled to Wednesday afternoon at The Harvey School, the Eagles shut down the Cavaliers over the last two periods to gain the win.

Jay Healey netted 4 goals and 2 assist to lead the offense while Juniors Mike McAteer and Richard Hudzik completed the scoring with one goal each.

Dillon Dolansky gained the Tournament Defensive MVP award for his fine play and Co-Captain Jay Healey received the Tournament Offensive MVP award. Mike McAteer and Richard Hudzik were selected to The All-Tournament team.

After allowing two goals in the first period, the Eagles went into shut down mode; led by a tough defense and sophomore goaltender Eric Hayden ( saving 15 of 17 shots on net) .

The solid team effort helped bring home the Hardware....

The varsity will get the weekend off as they recharge for the final weeks of the season. Their toughest competition will be in the weeks ahead-D1 teams Beekman, Msg. Farrell, Ithaca- as they prep for another bid to the NYS D2 final four in Utica.

Notes: JV in action Friday 4:pm vs NFA--Saturday 8pm vs Lakeland.

DEFENSIVE BATTLE ENDS IN LOSS....

2010-01-23T21:27:00.017-05:00

01/23/10

IN the best Section 9 contest of the year, Monroe netted a late third period goal to defeat the Burke varsity 2-1.

Sophomore goaltender Eric Hayden once again stepped up his game to turn away 16 0f 18 Crusader shots; including a penalty shot with three minutes left in the game.

The Eagles overall defensive game dramatically improved yet missed opportunities by the offense sealed the Eagle's fate.

Senior Dillon Dolansky led the defensive team of Connor Dolansky, Alex Day, and Freshman Liam Hatch to their best performance of the season.

Mike McAteer scored the lone Eagle goal.

The Varsity will now travel on Wednesday to Katonah to finish the Scarsdale Tournament that was postponed due to snow. Game time 3:45 vs The Harvey School. Bus leaves at 1:30.

Alumni: Dane Wakefield is back at school leading the Niagra D1 club team.

Since returning , Dane is 4-0-0-1 (one shootout loss). These games include his second

shutout of the season along with a 6-3 win against the nations 11th best (Robert Morris Univerity). Included are two shootouts, winning vs a good team (Mercyhurst) but loosing

in a 13

round shootout to Buffalo. He even had an assist vs Robert Morris........

Burke Graduates Alex Pizzano and the Siena boys-Danny Kelly, Andrew Keating , Tommy Mahoney, Mike Beck, gained a split over the weekend in their D3 Siena contests. Look for the Siena gang as they play in their Regionals late February.

Billy Hluchan is back playing with his club team at American University. After his successful sailing season at the University , Billy will now try to get his hockey team into the

playoffs.

Family Affair:::Healeys---Dolanskys---McAteers

First Timers.........

2010-01-23T10:49:00.006-05:00

01/22/2010

Like a boxer absorbing punches , NFA finally wilted under the the relentless Eagle pressure and 48-7 shot advantage to hand Burke Catholic a 8-1 Section 9 victory.

Sophomore TJ Whidden (1) and Junior defenseman Alex Day (2) recorded their first career varsity goals in the win. Jay Healey(2), Mike McAteer, Josh Koerner, Richard Hudzik, all joined the offensive party.

Goaltenders Junior Eric Hayden and Senior Austin Speers enjoyed the view.

The Eagles will now take on the tougher challenge of Monroe Woodbury on Saturday 6pm Ice Time .

JV BOYS VISIT STATEN ISLAND......

2010-01-20T16:53:00.009-05:00

01/20/2010

With the City skyline on one side and the famous Staten Landfill on the other, the JV boys encountered a rough Msgr. Farrell team on Wednesday. Despite a gallant effort by a Burke team comprised of 7th thru 10th graders, the young Eagles fell to the older more physical Msgr. Farrell team.

With only a 3-2 deficit into the third period , the Eaglets could not hold off the Raiders; final score Farrell 6 Burke 3.

NOTES: Friday's JV game vs NFA has been moved to next Friday's practice slot---There is an optional practice for both JV and Varsity Friday 22nd-- 4:15 -5:15.----Varsity game vs NFA-Friday 22nd- 9:30 IceTime//Saturday 23rd vs Monroe 6pm........Varsity will make up the Scarsdale tournament final game vs Harvey --Wed 01/27 3:45pm at the Harvey Rink in Katonah..Bus will leave school 1:45pm....Varsity will have to go without the services of JuniorMark McAteer sidelined with a dose of appendicitis..with a little luck he'll be back before the end of the season...

SUNDAY'S GAME CANCELLED

2010-01-17T17:34:00.003-05:00

01/17/10

Due to poor weather conditions we have cancelled our game at the Ice Hutch. The tournament director will try to re-schedule the game.

We will have our regular practice on Monday.

Eagles Fly Into Tournament Finals........Juniors Rule...

2010-01-17T12:13:00.005-05:00

01/16/2010

Despite jumping out to a 5-1 lead , Burke Catholic fought off an aggressive Fordham Prep team to secure a place in the finals of the Scarsdale Tournament; final score Eagles 5 Prep 4.

With the win , the varsity will play Sunday Night 7pm @ the Ice Hutch for the Championship vs The Harvey School.

Juniors Craig Mende, Richard Hudzig, Josh Koerner (2) , all found net along with senior co-captain Jason Healey to stake the Eagles to the hard earned victory.

Senior Dillon Dolansky played his usual stellar defense shouldering the major brunt of the defensive work.

Eric Hayden stopped 18 of 22 while the Eagles blasted 32 shots on their opponent.

Burke improves to 9-5 overall.....

Look and You Shall Find........

2010-01-11T21:19:00.013-05:00

Well it's not the rink Burke Catholic has been talking of building, but as far as the Hockey team is concerned, it will do for now; A very large pond found by Mr.Dolan and Msgnr Byrnes when Burke purchased the land next to the school.

With all the boys and coaches helping out with the clearing of the snow - a rink was born. Hopefully the ice will stay frozen for a while.............

01/15 Game vs NFA will be re-scheduled ; TBA

The Mad Hatter.....Burke Improves To 8-5....

2010-01-09T06:51:00.007-05:00

01/08/10

Senior Jason Healey rifled an empty net goal to complete his hat trick and a 5 point night as the Burke Catholic Varsity defeated ST. Joes 5-3 at Sport-O-Rama.

Line mate Junior Richard Hudzik contributed 2 goals and 2 assist, while Sophomore Goaltender Eric Hayden stopped 16 of 19 shots in the victory.

Once again the Eagles set the tone early , skating out to a 4-1 lead , only to see a late flurry by their opponent make things interesting. Clinging to a 4-3 lead , the senior co-captain Healey,

buried the empty netter while squashing St. Joe's visions of a comeback win.

Junior Craig Mende continues his fine play. The ' Charlie Hustle ' of Burke Hockey has solidified the defensive play of the third line.

After a weekend off, the Eagles will get ready for a busy three games in three night set Friday, Saturday, Sunday....

Three Periods to a Hockey Game......

2010-01-04T16:02:00.011-05:00

01/04/2010

After taking a 2-0 lead into the third period , Burke Catholic surrendered 5 goals to absorb a disappointing 5-3 loss to Catholic School rival Iona Prep. Resident sharp shooters Jay Healey and Josh Koerner, along with Sophomore defenseman Connor Dolansky, provided the offense which came up to little to late.

With the Eagles sporting a 2-0 advantage , the Gaels came out flying to start the third period. The swarming Gail offense was too much for the young defensive corps of Eagles as the 2-0 advantage quickly evaporated to a 3-2 deficit. Connor Dolansky and the Eagles responded with a power play goal yet a late game penalty call against Burke snuffed out any hopes of an Eagle rally.

Penalties hurt the Eagles in this contest; Iona scored three power play goals including the game winner.

Despite the setback, the Eagles once again proved they can play with a D1 team . Late goal decisions on the losing end have become the common thread for the season, yet the Eagles have been very competitive.

The Eagles will have to maintain their effort for three periods and be more disciplined to return to the State Final Four.

Notes: Friday's Varsity game is away 8:45 pm at Sport-o-Rama …..JV will play Warwick on the Friday practice slot.

Coming Of Age.....Hayden Earns Award....

2010-01-01T10:31:00.020-05:00

Led by sophomore goaltender Eric Hayden , the penalty killing unit of Senior Dillon Dolansky, Sophomore Connor Dolansky, Junior Mark McAteer, killed off a 5-3 power play advantage for Lakeland/Panas to help secure a hard fought 4-3 victory for the gritty Burke Catholic Eagles.

Playing in the consolation game of the first annual Suffern Tournament, Senior Jay Healey led the offense with two goals and an assist - including a game winning tally late in the third period. Junior Josh Koerner and Dillon Dolansky also found the net while Eric Hayden stopped 25 shots to preserve the victory.

The effort was a good response to the 5-0 loss the previous night to Suffern. The play of the third line consisting of Junior Craig Mende, Freshman Sean Matusch and Nick Musco, helped the Eagles commit to a more defensive style game that has been suspect as of late.

Eric Hayden's play in goal throughout the Tournament helped earn him a spot on the All-Tournament Team. Eric faced 70 shots on net - stopping 62.

Burke improves to 7-4 on the season.

The varsity opens the second half of the season with a game on Sunday vs Catholic school rivals Iona Prep - 8:45pm @ Ice Time.

Notes: Regular practice begins Monday Jan 4 ( Mondays 5-6//Thursdays 5:30-6:30)--Friday's game vs St.Joe's will be played @ Sportorama 8:45 pm.

Gallant Effort Not Enough...Eagles Suffer First Sect 9 Loss...

2009-12-21T15:58:00.007-05:00

12/21/2009

Despite a gallant effort by the Eagles , Monroe proved to be the better offensive team on this Sunday night ; scoring four goals in the final period to down the varsity 8-4 in the first meeting of Section 9 rivals.

The Eagles did not go down without a fight. Trailing from the early going, Jay Healey(2), Josh Koerner, Richard Hudzik all scored goals to help bring the Eagles back from a 4-1 deficit.

But to no avail.

Missed opportunities, a goal called back , overall poor defensive play , helped fuel a Monroe team which took full advantage and pull away for the victory.

Senior Dillon Dolansky once again showed his determination and grit with a another fine effort.

With the toughest part of the schedule ahead of them, the young Eagles will have to team together as they struggle for another State Regional berth.

Notes: Next practice Monday Dec 28--3:45 to 5:15....Next Games --The Suffern Tournament Dec 29th/30th at Sport-o-Rama.....The JV team won their weekend game with a 5-3 victory over ST. Joes. ...... Thanks to the girls who showed up for our family skate.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to All..................

CITY LIGHTS..HEALEY PACES EAGLES....

2009-12-18T14:03:00.013-05:00

12/16/09

The Varsity continue its torrid scoring pace

(21 goals in two games) as the offense help pound Fieldstone Prep 9-3 at Riverside Drive, Manhattan.

Revenging a 2-1 scrimmage loss early in the season , the Eagles , led by Senior Jay Healey's 5 goals, dominated throughout the fast paced game. Goaltender Eric Hayden steered away 15 shots while the offense blasted 32 shots on their opponent's net.

Joining the Healey offensive party, Josh Koerner, Mike and Mark McAteer, Richard Hudzik, all contributed with goals.

Some of the newcomers also gave a good effort ; Freshman Steven Speers, Bailey Goumas, Liam Hatch, Sean Matusch, Sophomore TJ Whidden , and upperclassmen Matt Lounsbury and Austin Spears got playing time under the city lights.

The Eagles will need all cylinders working on Sunday as main rivals Monroe Woodbury arrives 6pm @ Ice Time. The Eagles have taken the last two season series from the boys in purple.

Notes: The JV jumps into action with their first home game of the season Saturday vs St. Joes--4:15pm @ Icetime....Saturday's varsity game has been changed to a later date (check schedule). There will be practice 6pm @ Ice Time. Any Alumni members home for the Holidays are welcome to skate.....check out the nice article from the Th-Record on Junior Josh Koerner....

UPDATES AND CHANGES

2009-12-15T14:03:00.006-05:00

12/15/09

Saturday's Varsity game vs Farrell has been changed to Saturday 02/06--8pm @ Ice Time. There will be a practice this Saturday 12/19/09 at 6pm @Icetime.

JV game on 02/06 has been cancelled. A JV game has been added on Tuesday 01/19 @ the Pavilion in Staten Island 6:30 pm vs Farrell. There will be a bus leaving Burke 3:30pm.

Reminder:: Get all the support you can for Burke vs Monroe this Sunday 6pm @ Ice Time...This Friday 12/18 open skate for all Burke Family & Friends on the JV slot 4:15-5:15...Don't forget to listen to Matt & Mike on Internet Radio ......

Alumni Boys at Siena continue to play well . Pictured - Andrew Keating, Alex Pizzano , Tommy Mahoney,Danny Kelly.

The Siena team will be at Ice Time in February for their Regional Playoffs.

FILLING UP THE SCORE SHEET...

2009-12-13T18:18:00.009-05:00

After a rough road trip to the Pavilion in Staten Island - Msg Farrell 6 Burke Catholic 2- the Eagles came out flying against Section 9 D2 opponent O'Neill. Three players : Josh Koerner, Jay Healey, and Richard Hudzik combined for 12 goals and 6 assist; final score Burke Catholic 12 O'Neill 2.

Josh Koerner recorded a season high 5 goals while Jay Healey racked up 8 points with four goals and four assist. Richard Hudzik scored his first hat trick of the season while defenseman Dillon Dolansky joined the offensive party with 4 assist.

Craig Mende, Alex Day, Bailey Goumas, all posted their first points of the season.

Senior Goaltender Austin Spears , inserted as a late game replacement for Eric Hayden, got his first opportunity to play in a varsity game.

Notes: There will be an open skate for all family and friends @ Ice time Friday 18th--4:15-5:15..no Hockey equipment. Rentals s/b available--make sure to tune into Matt & Mike on the internet. Some of the O'Neill game is archived. Just press play.

EAGLES FLY HIGH....TWO SECTION 9 WINS

2009-12-05T16:52:00.012-05:00

12/06/2009

The 2009/10 Section 9 campaign got off to a good start with the Eagles posting a 5-1 victory over D2 rival O'Neill and a 5-2 victory over NFA.

A Thursday night contest at West Point vs O'Neill was highlighted by Junior Josh Koerner flashing his excellent speed and energy to record his third hat trick of the young season. Mark McAteer and Richard Hudzik also found the net while Sophomore Goaltender Eric Hayden stopped 14 of 15 shots to preserve the win.

Senior co-captain Jay Healey chipped in with 4 assist.

On the defensive side the Dolansky brothers , Dillon and Connor, played their usually steady game helping limit the Raiders to 15 shots on net.

Sunday's home game continued the Josh Koerner show. Another hat trick and an assist sparked a 48 shot offensive onslaught resulting in the 5-2 victory; Josh is on a torrid scoring pace with 14 goals and 3 assist in the first five games of the season. Jay Healey and Mark McAteer completed the scoring with one goal each.

Junior Mike McAteer continued his fine play on both ends of the ice .

Off to a 4-1 start , the Eagles will now head to Staten Island on Tuesday to play Catholic School opponent Msg Farrell at the Pavillion. Bus leaves at 3:30pm--meet at HS 3:15PM.

OT Loss Closes Tough Holiday Weekend

2009-11-30T11:41:00.007-05:00

With a once in a lifetime penalty call--highlighted and studied laboriously in the ref's free time--Lakeland/ Panas took advantage of the gift to tie the score at three and eventually win 4-3 in overtime over the weekend weary Eagles.

With multiple scrimmages and a high paced Lakeland contest on tap for the Holiday weekend, the Eagles played well in their first tough competition of the season.

Friday and Saturday featured the Salmon River Shamrocks, ready and willing to get revenge from last year's loss at the Regionals . Both teams came out swinging - 37 penalties dished out in Friday's game by the men in stripes-with Salmon River surviving the 2-1 scrimmage.

Saturday's Scarsdale Jamboree scrimmage brought more of the same effort and the same results. Shamrocks 2...Burke Catholic 1.

Burke also split scrimmages at the Scarsdale Jamboree with a 3-2 loss to Fieldstone Prep and a 3-1 win over Scarsdale.

Josh Koerner continued his fine offensive play with multiple goals for the weekend along with a solid defensive effort by Dillon Dolanski. Jay Healey,Nick Musco, and Richard Hudzig also chipped in on the offensive side.

The revamped Eagles will now play their first League contests of the season ; O'Neil on Thursday at West Point and NFA at home on Sunday.

Koerner's Energy- Speed Leads Eagles

2009-11-22T20:43:00.004-05:00

11/21/2009

Five unanswered goals propelled the Burke Catholic Eagles to a 7-4 victory over Lakeland /Panas.

Junior Josh Koerner continued his fine play,scoring his second hat trick of the season, while senior Jay Healey registered a goal and three assists. Junior Richard Hudzig, sophomore Connor Dolanski , and freshman Nicholas Musco rounded out the scoring for the Eagles. (Connor and Nick's goals were the first of their careers.)

Sophomore goaltender Eric Hayden continued to impress with a fine 25 save effort.

The young defensive unit of Liam Hatch, Yale Gropman, Conner Dolanski, Alex Day, led by Co-Capt Dillon Dolanski are improving with each shift.

Despite the loss of 20 seniors over the past two seasons , the young Eagles seem fit and ready to take on the challenges of the new season. With a tough Holiday weekend on tap, including last year's state regional opponent Salmon River on Friday, they will have their work cut out for them.

Eagles Get First Win..........

2009-11-15T21:06:00.009-05:00

Junior Josh Koerner flew out of the gates and into a new season scoring four goals to lead the Eagles to their first win of the year. Final score Burke Catholic 5 Iona Prep 3.

With some quick skating and accurate shooting , Josh ignited a revamped Eagle team that lost 20 seniors over the course of the last two seasons.

Senior Defenseman Dillon Dolanski was rock solid on defense while senior Jay Healey logged major minutes in the victory.

Junior forward Richard Hudzig scored his first goal of the season, while the Mac boys , Michael and Mark , played aggressive two way hockey.

Sophomore goaltender Eric Hayden responded to his first varsity start in goal , registering 17 saves - including a penalty shot - to preserve the victory.

With many new faces in the line-up, the Eagles got off to good start in defense of their Section 9 and Regional titles of last season.

Notes: Seniors Dillon Dolanski and Jay Healey have been chosen by the coaches to wear the Captain's 'C'. Both players are four year members of the team and excellent student athletes. Junior Josh Koerner , a three year member of the team , will be the Assistant Captain.

Burke Catholic Ice Hockey News (10/19/2009)

2009-10-19T10:35:00.006-05:00

We have begun our off season work-outs on Mondays after school from 3pm to approximately 4:30pm. Beginning Thursday 10/22 -4:30pm to 5:30pm( and for the next two Thursdays) our fitness program will move to the YMCA in Middletown.
81 Highland AveMiddletown, NY 10940-5413(845) 344-9622Get directions

Laura Baird will conduct spinning(cycle) classes to condition our players for the season. There is a $10.00 charge per/session payable to Al Trezza.
Highly suggested to bring: sneakers- shorts-change of shirt-water*--players to provide own transportation to the YMCA.

On Ice Sessions will begin 11/02/09 for all Varsity and new members to the team.

We will be posting all information on:

Coach Trezza's Official HockeyWebsite.:http://www.burkehockey.blogspot.com/ .

JV NEWS:

There will be a JV team consisting of swing players from the Varsity, JV players from the High School, 7th and 8th graders considering Burke Catholic for High School. Check Web site for details when they are available.

Information Central:
--In school announcements
--Web Page: http://www.burkehockey.blogspot.com/
--Email: burkehockey@gmail.com
--Occassional Text Message for changes in schedule.

I will try to keep everyone as informed as possible. It is the player’s responsibility to stay informed. Contact:::: Coach Trezza: Phone / Text388272::::::::::Email:: burkehockeyhockey@gmail.com
Parent Meeting in November.

Something New::
Burke Catholic Ice Hockey on the Web:: Live Broadcasting of Games on Web: Mike and Matt on the Air .
Check Their Site for all The Info:

Early Season Workouts Begin

2009-09-27T20:25:00.003-05:00

9/28/2009 - The Burke hockey team will have their first meeting and off ice practice on Monday 09/28/2009. All players should be in attendance.

Off-ice practices will continue throughout October with cycling and spinning for fitness beginning in three weeks.

The last two seasons have been very sucessful. Pre-season conditioning and off-ice training has played a big roll in the team's accomplishments. With the graduation of nine seniors the opportunities and challenges of this year's team will be substantial.

Alumni Notes:

Goaltender Dane Wakefield is off to nice start with the Niagra University Club Team. Dane's impressive pre-season earned him his first start of the year -- not bad for a freshman. Check out the team's web page http://www.nuachahockey.com/index.php.

Dane's performance last year was outstanding as he helped lead the Burke Catholic Eagles to their first regional championship and first trip to the state final four.

HEY COACH--WRONG SPORT!!

2009-06-13T10:56:00.003-05:00

By Chad Garner CORRESPONDENT

Worcester’s Alex Trezza hits a solo home run in the third inning. (T&G Staff/JIM COLLINS)WORCESTER —

What started out as a promising four-game series for the Worcester Tornadoes turned out to be pretty mediocre.
While the Tornadoes won the first two games against the American Defenders of New Hampshire, they watched the visitors — dressed in camouflage uniforms — salvage a series split with a ninth-inning rally on Saturday night and yesterday’s 7-4 win at Hanover Insurance Park at Fitton Field.
“We went out there and took two to start off with, it’s just a matter of closing out the series,” said Worcester starting pitcher Matt Weagle, who absorbed the loss. “They are a good team. They’re not just going to lay down and die for us, we’ve just got to finish it.”

Worcester took a 1-0 lead in the second inning off New Hampshire winning pitcher Miguel Flores, who was making his first start of the season. Mike MacMillan flicked a single over the first baseman’s head and hustled around to score on Jeff LaHair’s RBI triple to left field that took a bad hop and skipped past Jerod Edmondson.
But New Hampshire struck for two runs off right-hander Weagle. Argenis Tavarez got aboard on a one-out infield single, and designated hitter Rob Riley lined a single to right. Both scored on Boomer Berry’s booming two-run double off the right field wall.

Worcester catcher Alex Trezza got the Tornadoes back even at 2-2 with a towering solo home run to right.

Weagle labored in the third inning, as Edward Ovalle drilled a double off the right field wall and Edmondson followed with an RBI single up the middle. Weagle’s errant pickoff throw to first base allowed Edmondson to scamper to third on the two-base error, and the left fielder trotted home on Tavarez’s sacrifice fly to left for a 4-2 lead.

Clyde Williams drilled a solo homer to right, and Chris Kelly doubled to the left-center gap in the fifth inning, prompting Tornadoes manager Rich Gedman to call to the bullpen. Reliever Nick Conway came in and served up RBI singles to Ovalle and Tavarez.
Weagle allowed six runs (five earned) on seven hits with three walks and two strikeouts in 4-1/3 innings.

“I’m very disappointed in myself, but in five days, I’ll get the ball again, and I’ll make up for it,” Weagle said.
Worcester cut the deficit to 7-3 with a bases-loaded walk to Carlos Sosa in the fifth.

The Tornadoes kept chipping away, scoring one run as the hosts trailed, 7-4, after six innings.
LaHair greeted New Hampshire reliever Keith Renaud, a Southbridge native, with a single to center. Heath Keel walk, and Garrett Olson drilled an RBI double to left.

“I think we have a pretty good squad over here, and we’re not going to let these two games get to us,” said LaHair, who went 2 for 4 with an RBI.

Spring League No...Fall Information

2009-04-17T09:33:00.003-05:00

Sorry to inform you ( Ice Time let me know on Thursday)-- we will not be skating this spring.

Ice time will not be having a Spring League -- they were not able to get enough teams to participate- so we will NOT be playing Spring League. We will have a meeting before the school year is out pertaining to next year and summer conditioning. Any information will be emailed to players entering the school next season.

NOTES:
WE will have a JV Team next season.
Word is out: Top HS teams in the State want to play us: Next year's schedule will include Salmon River, Pitsfield, Whitesboro.
Any players that want to participate in Fall Hockey with Coach Gerry Hluchan and Bob Pizzano contact coach Hluchan.. They will have several games and practices for the pre-season depending on the # of players signing on.
. Contact Coach Hluchan if you are interested. GHLUCHAN@YAHOO.COM.

Stay focused in school. All our captains and many of our players were on the Honor Roll this season; proof you can participate in a sport at a high level of commitment while you excel in the classroom. We would like to have the entire team follow suit.

Congratulations to the initial TH-Record All-Stars--which Burke spotted three of the top five players -- four players over-all: Chris Reinfried, Jason Healey, Dane Wakefield, Tommy Mahoney.

Congratulations to all our seniors for a terrific season and the entire team for their 5th place final ranking in the state. http://www.nyshshca.org/

Spring League--CANCELLED

2009-04-03T17:30:00.006-05:00

Spring League Information::

All current Burke Players ( sorry no seniors) that are in the school as well as all players signed up to attend Burke in the fall are welcome to participate on our Spring team. We will be playing in the Ice Time League.

Big Dogs and NFA are confirmed. Arlington ,Henrik Hudson, Washingtonville ,John Jay to confirm.

The fee will be based on the number of players that sign up to play. You must confirm with Coach Trezza ( Burkehockey@gmail.com) or Mr. Matusch (matusch18@yahoo.com)that you are playing . Every player needs USA Insurance( everyone should have already registered) - no exceptions.

League Info:::10 games plus playoffs.each team will have 5 games at Ice Time and 5 at Mid-Hudson Civic Center.Ice Time has a Saturday evening slot worked out. Civic Center ice slots will vary.

This will be a good opportunity to get insight on next year's team and for the younger players to get some experience. We will try to get one practice in before we begin the games. Payment will be due before the first game. All Checks made payable to : Gypsy Hockey Club. Play will begin approximately 3rd week of April.

The road to return to Utica starts now.........

Varsity Bid For State Title Falls Short

2009-03-15T12:17:00.008-05:00

Burke Catholic moved into a new neighborhood on Saturday; the NYS High School finals in Utica NY. Never before has a Burke Hockey team reached the 'Final Four' and dispite a tough 3-2 loss to Section 1 Pelham, the Eagles represented John S Burke Catholic and Section 9 with their usual class and grit.

After a scoreless first period , Senior co-captain Tommy Mahoney got the Eagles on the board with a short wrist shot. With Senior Goaltender Dane Wakefield working on his ninth straight shut-out period and the Salmon River shut-out fresh in their memory banks , the varsity had their sites on the Sunday finals; Pelham had other ideas.

Two goals ( one legitimate, one questionable) in 49 seconds put the Eagles is desperation mode and a deficit to tough to overcome.

As with last year's team , this Burke varsity would not go away easy. Junior Jason Healey once again demonstrated his big game abilities with an unassisted breakaway goal , his 6th goal of the post season, to get the varsity within one.

That would be as close to the State Championship they would get.

With their trip to the State Final Four the Burke Varsity reached new heights . A 19-5-2 record, Overall Section 9 League Champions, Divison 2 Section Champions., State Regional Champions, indicated a terrific season that fell just short of spectacular.

Hats off to the entire team. Especially the seniors who represented the program in such a positive way.

NOTES:

Game on the internet--Video of game--make sure to check out about 1.39 time line--still looks like it hit the cross bar.

NORTHCOUNTRYSPORTS.NET--Internet broadcast of games from Utica.

Tournament Information

2009-03-10T15:48:00.010-05:00

Parents of seniors on senior trip: Please arrange for p/u from airport on Friday. We will have practice 7:30-8:30 Friday night at the Utica Auditorium ( same place as the game--5 minutes from Best Western).

Hotel Information: Call by Wednesday--$65.00

Best Western Gateway Adirondack Inn

175 North Genesee Street Utica, NY 13502

315-732-4121

Game Location: ( all D1 and D2 games will be played at the same place)

Utica Memorial Auditorium
www.uticaaud.org400 Oriskany St WUtica, NY 13502(315) 738-0164Get directions

We will be having practice at The Utica Auditorium --7:30 to 8:30-pm on Friday

Game Time on Saturday is 10am. We need to be at the rink by 8:30 AM--Bring both Jerseys.

UTICA HERE WE COME!!! Varsity Shuts Down Salmon River 4-0--Moves to State Final Four.

2009-03-09T09:56:00.009-05:00

Before a packed house of rabid Salmon River fans the Burke Catholic Varsity played an outstanding game to move on to the Final Four of the D2 State Championship in Utica NY 10 am Saturday 03/14/07.

Playing their system to perfection , the Eagles shut down the perennial state powerhouse Salmon River with a well deserved 4-0 victory and the program's first ever regional win.

Senior Goaltender Dane Wakefield registered the shut-out while the entire team earned the victory.

Junior Mark Woinicki jumped started the offense with his first period goal as the Burke boys never looked back. Senior captain Chris Reinfried , Sophomore Josh Koerner , Junior Jason Healey completed the scoring.

Tommy Mahoney, Andrew Keating, Danny Kelly, Dillion Dolanski, Connor Dolanski, Chuck Gabriele played outstanding defense.

The Eagles now move on to the State Final Four in Utica 03/14--10 AM; details to follow.

The Internet broadcast of the game and many photos on the event are still on-line at NorthCountrysports.net........

Bwhat........BC.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday--Practice 4:15
Tuesday --Cycling 6:45 at YMCA -- wear Burke T Shirt
Wednesday--Practice 4:15
Thursday -- tba
Friday --Practice in Utica - 7:30--8:30pm at Utica Memorial Arena
Saturday -- Final Four Game 10am vs Phelham
Sunday --FINALS TBA

MOTEL INFORMATION

2009-03-03T15:32:00.003-05:00

We have changed motel information: New Location:

If you already booked original motel--you can cancel and re-book or stay.

QUALITY INN-Massena NY.--315-769-2441--Under BURKE CATHOLIC

Practice on Friday is at 9:15 pm at the ST. Lawrence Ctr Arena in Massena NY--315-764-0684.

Eagles vs Salmon River --Saturday 6:30pm--Section 9 Champs Look To Advance To State Final Four

2009-03-02T10:55:00.007-05:00

03/02/09

Salmon River will be the Varsity's opponent for the state regional playoff game. The game will be played at Salmon River HS -03/07--- 6:30 PM . The game will be broadcast over the Internet at NorthCountrysports.net.

The Eagles will be looking to advance to the Final Four of the State Finals in Utica March 14th.

Schedule for week:

Monday --regular practice

Tuesday--off

Wednesday--Practice 4:15 -5:15 (note time change)

Thursday--Practice 5:30 - 6:30

Friday -- Practice UP NORTH--9:15 pm - St Lawrence Ctr

Saturday-- Section Regional vs Salmon River -- 6pm -- @ Salmon River HS

Eagles Soar--Sweep Section 9 & D2 Championships

2009-02-24T22:18:00.011-05:00

Jay Healey and company skated to their final Section 9 victory of the season with an impressive 6-0 over D2 rivals O'Neill. With the win, the Burke varsity secured a state regional birth somewhere near Potsdam ( TBA) March 7th vs the winner of section 10. The win also ensured an undefeated season within league play (9-0-1) and the first Burke Catholic team to repeat as section champions. All in all quite a season.

As he has done all season, Junior Jason Healey lifted the offense on his shoulders with a four goal game. With 36 goals and 20 assist Jason has put together a terrific offensive campaign. Jason along with senior linemate Chris Reinfried have formed a tandem that might be hard to top in the eight year history of the program.

Senior goaltender Dane Wakefield was as good as he had to be with the shutout win while Danny Kelly and the defense of Mahoney, Dolanski , Keating and Gabriele allowed only 13 shots on net.

Sophomores Josh Koerner and Mark McAteer completed the scoring for the Eagles. A total team effort secured the victory.

The varsity will now attempt to get to the final four in Utica on March 14th and a possible state championship.

A regional win stands in its way.

Weekly Schedule:
Monday 02/23--regular practice
Tuesday 02/24--Cycling with Laura--YMCA
Friday 02/26--practice 4:15pm
Monday 03/02-- practice 5pm
Tuesday 03/03--Cycling with Laura--YMCA
Wednesday03/04 --Practice 4:15
Thursday 03/05 off ice
Friday 03/06 Practice in Potsdam (tba)
Saturday 03/07 Regional playoff vs Section 10

WINNING WEEKEND--SECTION 9 CHAMPIONS

2009-02-14T13:00:00.031-05:00

After five months of hard work the Burke Catholic Varsity stormed through the Weekend in dramatic fashion to clinch their second consecutive Section title. Victories over league opponents NFA( 4-1), Monroe 5-4, O'Neill ( 8-1) left no doubt about their championship status

The winning weekend kicked off with a 4-1 victory over NFA. With the Goldbacks clinging to 1-0 lead late in the second period, the Eagles leading scorer Jayson Healey wristed a shot into the upper corner of the net to get things even; the Eagles never looked back.

Sophomore Josh Koerner (2g) and Chris Reinfried(2a) teamed up to score two shorthanded goals while Tommy Mahoney added a power play goal to seal the contest. Senior goaltender Dane Wakefield steered aside all but one shot as the defense allowed only 11 shots on net. The offense blasted 48 shots on their opponents.

On Saturday , with the opportunity to clinch the section title, the Eagles responded with a gritty winning effort . Two seniors , Andrew Keating and Taylor Stuart, teamed up with what would be the most exciting play of their Eagle careers.

With just over a minute remaining in a classic 4-4 Burke/Monroe battle , defensman Keating pinched along the offensive blue line- fighting his way to the corner with the puck. A quick pass to the front of the net found a scrum of players and Taylor Stuart waiting to finish off the Knights.

Taylor's first goal of the season secured the win and the Championship; Final Burke Catholic 5 Monroe 4.

Jayson Healey, Josh Koerner, Mark Woinicki, Chris Reinfried accounted for the balance of the scoring. Senior Goaltender Dane Wakefielded stopped 22 of 26 shots.

With title in hand, Sunday's contest vs O'Neill was an exclamation point to the regular season. Seven different players found the net with Jayson Healey again leading the charge with two goals and an assist. Josh Koerner completed his terrific weekend ( 4 goals) with a third period tally. Final score Varsity 8 O'Neill 1.

Sunday's game also featured ' Senior Night' as seniors and their parents received recognition for their participation in the Burke program.

Senior Dane Wakefield (our resident quote master) summed it up best. " I think we really came together as a team".

With the victories, the Eagles improve to 16-4-2. A February 22nd meeting with O'Neill at Icetime will decide which team will represent Section 9 in the Div 2 State regional in Potsdham March 7th.

Notes: Thanks to Tim Hluchan for the Photos--No Thanks to the Th-Record for no coverage of the team's accomplishments. Two years running they have provided no coverage on our Section wins.

Weekend Schedule:

Monday--Regular practice

Tuesday--Cycling fitness at YMCA-4:30pm

Wednesday--Varsity game vs ST.Joes at Sport-O-Rama--3pm

Wednesday-- All players -JV/VARSITY- friends - family- invited to open skate 7-8pm. No Hockey equipment.

Friday--Varsity practice 4:15pm

Sunday -- Div 2 Championship--Burke vs O'Neill 6pm

Varsity Looks To Repeat-- Advance - Senior Night

2009-02-10T19:46:00.018-05:00

02/10/2009

Heading into the final weekend of the season, the Burke varsity sitting on top of the standings, looks to repeat as Section 9 Champions.

The task will not be easy as all three league opponents will be waiting to knock off the Eagles; NFA on Friday 9:30pm-Monroe 6:30 on Saturday-O'Neill 4:30 on Sunday.

If the Eagles can repeat, they will be the first Burke Hockey team to win back to back league championships.

Following the tough weekend encounters, the varsity will play O'Neill on February 22nd to decide the D2 league championship. The winner heads to Potstown for the state regional final and a chance to compete in Utica for the state title.

Notes:

Sunday's Game vs O'Neill will also be Senior Night. We will recognize our seniors (Chris Reinfried, Tommy Mahoney, Dane Wakefield, Danny Kelly, Chuck Gabriele, Andrew Musco, Taylor Stuart, Brendan Menkens, Andrew Keating, Colton McGovern, and their parents) for their participation and loyalty to the Burke Hockey program.

The JV game on February 16th has been cancelled.

Weekly Schedule:

Monday : Regular Practice

Tuesday : off Ice -Ymca

Wednesday: Regular Practice

Friday: JV final Practice -4:15 Ice Time

Friday: Varsity vs NFA-9:30pm Ice Time

Saturday: Varsity vs Monroe-6:30pm Ice Time

Sunday : Varsity vs O'Neill - 4:30pm Ice Time

The Battle Continues....

2009-02-03T09:14:00.008-05:00

01/31/2009

Two goals by Eagle sharpshooter Jason Healey were not enough to clinch a victory over fierce rivals Monroe Wooodbury on Saturday , as the Knights answered with two goals in the final period to get the contest even at 2-2. The five minute overtime period proved to be as exciting as the first 45 minutes with end to end rushes by both teams ending in futility.

Senior Goaltender Dane Wakefield was up to the challenge, turning away 30 of the 32 shots while the Eagles tested the Monroe goaltender with 29 shots on net.

With Chuck Gabriele filling in very nicely at the center position, the defensive four of Tommy Mahoney, Danny Kelley, Andrew Keating, Dillon Dolanski, worked very hard on defense.

With the tie, the Eagles improve to 13-4-2 . They continue to sit on top of the Section 9 standings entering the final days of the season. With three league games remaining, including Monroe, the varsity will have to play their best hockey of the season to repeat as section champions.

Weekly Schedule:

Monday --regular practice

Wednesday--regular practice

Thursday --Off Ice

Friday --JV practice 4:15pm

Friday--Varsity vs Beekmantown 9:30 pm Ice Time.

Saturday--JV Game vs Lakeland Panas--7pm Ice Time

Sunday -- Varsity vs Stepinac--4:30 pm Ice Time

Tonight's practice cancelled Wed, January 28, 2009

2009-01-28T15:28:00.002-05:00

Tonight's practice is cancelled-January 28, 2009.
Next practice is Friday, January 30, 2009 at 4:15.

Weekend Sweep Keeps Varsity On Top

2009-01-27T09:59:00.010-05:00

01/26/09

Soph Craig Mende took full advantage of his increased ice time scoring two goals in two nights as the Burke varsity swept section 9 opponents O'Neil (3-1) and NFA (6-2).

The red hot line of red of Reinfried(1/2), Healey(4/1), Woinicki(1/3) , continued its torrid scoring pace ; recording 12 points over the course of the weekend. Senior Chuck Gabriele and Sophomore Richard Hudzik also found the net .

The Burke offense pounded out 99 shots (44/50) on the opponent's goaltenders. In contrast, the Eagle defense allowed a paltry( tx coach) 27 shots on senior goaltender Dane Wakefield.

With the victory, the Varsity remains on top of the Section 9 standings.

Next Game Saturday 01/31 vs Monroe as the Eagles continue their quest to repeat as Section champions.

The JV will also jump into action with a tough contest against Iona Prep; 8pm Friday 01/30.

Weekly Schedule:

Monday-01/26- regular practice
Wednesday 01/28-regular practice
Friday - 01/30- Varsity practice 4:15-5:15

Friday - 01/30- JV vs Iona Prep--Ice Time--8pm

Saturday 01/31- Varsity vs Monroe--Ice Time -- 6:30PM

Sunday - 02/01- Varsity vs Chaminade --4:30pm

Eagles Fall Short At Scarsdale Tournament

2009-01-20T08:15:00.013-05:00

01/20/09

Despite the Eagles out-shooting Scarsdale 16-2 in the first period and 28 to 13 overall , the Burke varsity limped home with a second place finish; final score Scarsdale 4 Burke 3.

Jason Healey (1) , Tommy Mahoney (1) , and Richard Hudzik (1) provided the offense in the loss.

On Saturday Jason Healey (2/2), Mark Woinicki (2/1), and Chris Reinfried (1/3) spearheaded the attack as the Varsity moved to the finals with a 5-1 victory over Bethlehem.

The defense was lead by Danny Kelly who with Jason Healey were voted to the ALL-Tournament Team.

Weekly Schedule:
01/19 Monday--regular practice
01/21 Wednesday--regular practice
01/22 Thursday--Oneill Game at West PT--9:30pm( make-up)
01/23 Friday--4:15-5:15 JV practice
01/23 Friday--9:30pm--Varsity vs Newburgh--Ice Time
01/24 Saturday-7:00pm--Varsity vs St.Joe's--Sport-0-Rama

Side Notes:
Jason Healey leads all scorers with 25 pts--(15 goals/10 assists) followed by Captain Chris Reinfried's 19 pts (4 goals/15 assists).

Please Read the account of the game in the Scarsdale local press:
http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=2009901190335

O'Neill Game Cancelled Due To Sunshine

2009-01-15T11:27:00.001-05:00

01/15/09 Tonight's Game Cancelled.

Varsity Skates Past Fordham Prep

2009-01-12T13:31:00.002-05:00

01/12/09

The Eagles added another Catholic School team to their conquered list with a convincing 5-3 victory over Fordham Prep. The game, played away at Rye Playland, featured another offensive outburst from the Healey, Reinfried , Woinicki line as well as fine efforts from senior defensman Tommy Mahoney and Goaltender Dane Wakefield.

Sophomore Richard Hudzik also scored a power play goal to help lift theEagles.

With three starters still out with injuries, the Varsity picked up their game to come away with the win.

Side Notes:

Senior Andrew Musco did what very few opponents have done this year; score a goal on Dane. Not unusual except for the fact that Andrew , not to be denied, knocked in his own rebound!!!.
Musco has stepped up his game this year centering the second and third lines.

Little Eagles Battle Stepinac:

The Burke JV loaded with 6th 7th and 8th graders skated to a 4-3 loss Sunday at Ice Time. Athough Stepinac held the height and weight advantage , playing all high school players, the speedy JR Eagles just came up just short of the victory.

Reinfried and Wakfield tell it like it is. See Th-Record Article:

http://www.recordonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090112/SPORTS31/901120325

Weekly Schedule:
Monday --regular practice
Wednesday --regular practice
Thursday --Varsity game vs O'Neill--9pm at West Point
Friday -- Combined Practice JV and Varsity 4:15pm
Saturday--Varsity at Scarsdale Tournamnet--3pm vs Bethlehem--Ice Hutch
Sunday --Final of Tournament TBA

Varsity Game vs Farrell Canceled 01/10/09

2009-01-10T12:16:00.003-05:00

Tonight's Game vs Msgr. Farrell is cancelled due to the weather.

Congratulations to our team Captains , Chris Reinfried and Tommy Mahoney, the Assistants, Andrew Keating and Jason Healey. Not only are they doing a nice job leading the team on the ice, they are also leading the way in the classroom. All the boys are Honor Roll students attaining a 90+ average to date.

BANGED UP AND BRUISED

2009-01-05T21:29:00.014-05:00

01/05/2009
The Eagles limped to their final game of the Holiday season with 4-1 victory over Paramus Catholic. The Healey,Reinfried,Hudzik line produced all the offensive damage as goaltenders Dane Wakefield and Brendan Menkens shut the door on Paramus.

With a busy holiday schedule that saw the varsity play its toughest competition of the year, losses to Iona Prep and Whitesboro were the direct result of the varsity's undisciplined play.

A total of 60 minutes in penalties by the Eagles erased any opportunity for the Eagles to succeed.

A bounce back 2-2 tie against a tough Pitsford team at the Ice Plex Tournament and the win against Paramus provided a nice finish to a rough week.

Senior Goaltender Brendan Menkens earned his first varsity win stopping 32 shots on net....

With the loss of Dolanski, the defensive unit of Kelly, Gabriele, Keating, Mahoney , Connor Dolanski worked overtime to secure the backline.

From the hospital bed.............

The injury list continues to mount with four starters sporting bandages or casts. Dillon Dolanski, Mark Woinicki,Mark McAteer , Josh Koerner, will be sidelined until further notice. Hopefully they will heal quickly and return for some important games late in the season.

Seniors Head For Homestretch.......... No Seniors on the disabled list. Look for a strong finish from the Senior boys.

Menkens, Stuart,Mahoney, Reinfried,Keating, Wakefield,

Gabriele, Musco, Kelly

Weekly Schedule:

Monday 01/05--Regular Practice

Wednesday 01/07--Regular Practice

Thursday 01/08 --Off Ice Practice

Friday 01/09 -- Varsity at Fordham Prep--5:30--Bus.

Friday JV practice 4:15-5:15
Saturday 01/10 --Varsity vs Msg Farrell - Ice Time.

Sunday--01/11 JV Game 2:45 vs Stepinac--Ice Time.

Thanks to Mr. Gropman ( Yale's dad) for the Photos.

Eagles Fly High With Two Section 9 Wins

2008-12-22T09:00:00.012-05:00

Jason Healey( 4 goals-3 assist) and Chris Reinfried(1 goal-6 assist) continued their torrid offensive streak registering 14 points over the weekend as the Varsity swept section 9 opponents O'Neill and Monroe Woodbury. Senior Goaltender Dane Wakefield had a nice little streak of his own as he recorded two shutouts in the victories.

Josh Koerner was the offensive star on Saturday with his two goal effort, yet it was the defense that shined in the win; allowing only 9 shots on net to preserve the shutout.

On Sunday the defense got tougher and better. Led by Wakefield's excellent 32 save effort, the defensive team of Mahoney, Kelly, Keating, Dolanski , Gabrielle, continually forced the Knight's shots far and wide.

Nice Weekend...good team effort.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
Monday 12/22--regular practice
Friday 12/26-- no practice for JV or Varsity
Saturday 12/27-- Varsity game--Iona Prep --IceHutch --12:30pm
Monday 12/29--Varsity Tournament Away
Tuesday 12/30--Varsity Tournament Away

Friday 01/02/09--JV vs NFA--HOME--4:15PM

Friday 01/02/09--Varsity away Paramus Catholic at Ice House Hackensack 6:15pm

Friday's Varsity Game and JV Skate Canceled

2008-12-19T12:06:00.004-05:00

12/19/08

Friday's Varsity Game and JV Skate Canceled due to weather. Varsity will next play at home vs League rival O'Neill 6:30pm on Saturday 12/20. Sunday's game vs Monroe is at 6:pm not 6:30 as previously posted.

Late Goal Lifts Eagles Over Stepinac

2008-12-15T13:44:00.010-05:00

11/15/2008

Sophomore Richard Hudzik rifled home a power play goal with 3:25 left in the third period to secure a hard earned win over Catholic School rival Stepinac; Final Score a 4-3 win for the Eagles.

After falling behind by two goals twice in the contest, 2-0 and 3-1, Jason Healey and company got the Eagles to within one. Jason scored two goals while continuing to lead the team in scoring.

A hard working goal by the second line got the varsity even as Josh Koerner banged home a Mark McAteer rebound to knot the score at three.

Mike McAteer also recorded an assist.

Goaltender Dane Wakefied and the defense shut down Stepinac in the third as Richard Hudzik scored the game winner assisted by Reinfried and Healey.

Andrew Keating led the defense with some fine play.

With the win the Varsity improves to 3-0 overall with a big three game set coming up this weekend.

Eagle notes: The JV team recorded their first win of the season with a 5-1 pasting of NFA. Goaltenders Eric Hayden and Joe Miano led the way in the victory.

Weekly Schedule.

Monday 12/15--Regular Practice
Wednesday 12/17-- Regular Practice
Thursday 12/18--Off Ice Practice at School
Friday 12/19--Varsity away at Chaminade (bus)
Friday 12/19--JV Family Skate 4:15 to 5:15
Friday 12/19--JV Game vs NFA --9:30PM
Saturday 12/20--Varsity vs O'Neil--League Game--6:30pm
Sunday 12/21--Varsity vs Monroe--League Game--6:30pm

GAME CANCELLED VS FIELDSTONE PREP

2008-12-10T14:11:00.002-05:00

12/11/08

Tonight's game vs Fieldstone Prep cancelled due to weather. There will be practice regular time 7-8pm. We will share ice with JV.

Family Affair Leads Varsity To League Win

2008-12-08T10:34:00.008-05:00

12/07/2008-

Sophomore Mike McAteer netted two goals and Mark McAteer gained an assist leading the Varsity to their first league win of the year: final score Burke 3 NFA 1.

Jason Healey completed the scoring with his lone goal while Senior goaltender Dane Wakefield stopped 14 shots in the victory.

Freshman Connor Dolanski gained his first point at the Varsity level, an assist , while big Brother Dillon continued his fine play on defense.

With the win the Eagles improve to 2-0 / 1-0 Sect 9.

(Check out TH-record.com--sports 845--for more photos of game.)

Weekly Schedule:

Monday-12/08-- 5-6pm practice
Wednesday - 12/10 Game Away--(Bus)--Fieldstone Prep--Away
Wednesday-12/10 JV practice 7-8pm
Thursday - 12/11--Off Ice--3-4:15pm
Friday 12/12--JV Game --4:15-5:15--NFA
Sunday 12/14--Varsity Away --Ice Hutch--8PM vs Stepinac

The Season is heating up.....

Varsity Continues Winning Ways

2008-11-30T20:17:00.010-05:00

Senior Goaltender Dane Wakefield shut down Pearl River and Scarsdale to lead the Varsity to a 2 win /1 tie Tournament win at the Ice Hutch.

The round robin tournament, which featured three 30 minute periods against different opponents, started slowly for the Eagles.

After allowing two early goals to Fieldstone Prep , the Varsity mounted a comeback highlighted by Mark Woiniki's goal with six seconds remaining to gain the tie , followed by two shutout wins ; 7-0 and 3-0.

The third line consisting of sophomores Mark McAteer, Mike McAteer, and Craig Mende, all contributed to the win with goals.

Weekly Schedule:

12/01-Monday-practice 5-6pm
12/03-Wednesday-practice-7-8pm
12/04-Thursday-off ice practice -3-:4:15 at Burke
12/05-Friday - JV Practice--4:15-5:15pm

12/07 - Sunday-Varsity vs Newburgh--2:45pm -- League Game.

JV Begins Season Friday 12/05--4:15pm

2008-11-30T20:13:00.002-05:00

Our first JV practice/meeting will be on Friday 12/05/08--4:15pm-5:15pm at Ice Time. We will be skating a regular practice followed by a short meeting about the season. Our first game will be the following Friday 4:15 to 5:15pm vs Newburgh. We will play as many games as possible at the Friday slot- if no game we will practice/scrimmage.

Our objective is to develop our JV program which will be a feeder for our very successful varsity program.

For the players who are not currently at Burke- there is no commitment to attending the school. We would hope you might consider the possibility.

We hope to play approximately 8 to12 games vs club teams and Catholic schools such as Stepinac/Iona Prep/Fordham Prep..

The fee will be minimal, approximately $100-$150.00 for the season. We will not interfere with the travel schedules.

Varsity coaches, Al Trezza and Alex Trezza, will supervise the program. Scott Malonowski will be the Head Coach.

Please bring the following to the practice:

Full Equipment and be ready to skate
A copy of the players USA Hockey Registration form.
Please be ready to skate at 4:15 prompt--please attend a 15 minute meeting after practice.

HEALEY / REINFRIED ICE FARRELL

2008-11-25T09:05:00.004-05:00

11/24/2008

Junior Jayson Healey wristed a goal with 1:55 left in regulation time to lift the Burke Varsity to a 6-4 road victory over Msgr. Farrell. Captain Chris Reinfried capped off the wild offensive game with an open net goal, his second goal on the night.

Senior Goaltender Colton McGovern , getting his first start in a Burke Jersey, recorded 44 saves in the victory.

The pedal to the metal game highlighted 78 shots on goal as the scrappy Eagles refused to be denied the win.

Sophomores Josh Koerner and Richard Hudzik registered their first goals of the young season.

Senior Defenseman Danny Kelly recorded two assist.

Varsity Ends Pre-Season 3-1

2008-11-23T15:44:00.010-05:00

11/24/2008

On Saturday the offense continued to load up on goals with a decisive 8-1 win over ST.Joes . The line of Jason Healey, Chris Reinfried , and Mark Woiniki continued their fine offensive production while Andrew Keating dished out some big checks to lead the defense.

The win was the first over St. Joes in three years.

Sunday's opponent, Catholic School Champs Iona Prep, presented the first big test of the season for the varsity. Although the results were not on the win side ( L 5-4) , the Eagles played inspired hockey only to surrender the tie breaker in the final minutes of play.

Once again the Healey, Reinfried , Woiniki line led the offense while Tommy Mahoney and Dillon Dolanski played strong defensively.

Sophomore Josh Koerner helped the cause with an extra effort goal and aggressive play.

The Eagles continue their play Monday at the Staten Island Pavilion- 7:20 pm-vs Msgr Farrell.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE:

Monday 11/24/08--away game vs Msgr Farrell at SI--7:20

Tuesday 11/25/08- off ice practice after school

Wednesday 11/26/08 - Regular Practice - 6:45-8pm

Saturday 11/29/08- tri period scrimmage at Ice Hutch

Happy Thanksgiving.....

VARSITY CAPTAINS

2008-11-22T09:23:00.005-05:00

Chris Reinfried and Tommy Mahoney have been selected as this year's captains. Senior Andrew Keating and junior Jayson Healey will be the assistants.

ALL the players, who are also honor students , were voted to wear the letters by their teammates and coaches.

Other Notes: Their will be a parents meeting at 5pm on Sunday 11/23 at Ice Time before the Iona Game. Coaches will outline the up-coming season and the tournament in December.

The JV games for next week have been re-scheduled. Jv practices/games will begin 12/05 - 4:15pm at Ice Time. All JV players need to be USA Hockey Insured. See coach for details.

Varsity Jump Starts Season

2008-11-16T09:33:00.004-05:00

With a new line-up consisting of 10 seniors, 3 juniors, 5 sophomores, 1 freshman , the Eagles opened their 2008/09 season with two scrimmage wins over Lakeland. The Varsity outscored Lakeland 15 to 3 over the course of the two games.

Senior Chris Reinfried set the tone for the Burke boys with his usual aggressive play , while Jason Healey and Mark Woinicki led the offense. Goaltenders Dane Wakefield and Colton McGovern shut down Lakeland, allowing 3 goals on 26 shots, while seniors Tommy Mahoney, Andrew Keating , and Danny Kelly did a nice job on defense.

The schedule ahead will touch off a tough week against Catholic School opponents ST. Joes and Iona Prep at home followed by Msgr. Farrell at Staten Island.

The upcoming games should give a good indication of how competitive the Eagles will be against better competition.

Week Ahead:

11/17-Monday-practice 5-6pm

11/19-Wednesday-practice-7-8pm

11/20-Thursday-off ice practice -3-:4:15 at Burke

11/22-Saturday 6:30pm-Ice Time-vs ST.Joes

11/23-Sunday 6:30pm - Ice Time -vs Iona Prep

11/24-Monday 6:30pm-Staten Island Pavilion-Msgr. Farrell

2008/09 Season Begins

2008-11-09T06:28:00.012-05:00

The John S Burke Hockey 2008/09 season is underway. With the graduation of nine seniors ( and starters) from last year's very successful Section 9 Championship team , the Eagles will be depending on many new faces to support the team. Although the season has just officially begun as of November 1st , many of the players have participated in six weeks of fitness training to ready themselves for the season. The training , supervised by coach Trezza jr, included running, stretching, cycling, and circuit fitness dynamics.

The season jumps right into action with our first scrimmage Monday 9:15 pm at Ice Time vs Lakeland. This is the first of 5 scrimmages that will compliment a 24 game schedule that includes Section 9 rivals O'Neill, Monroe , Newburgh as well as Catholic School teams as Paramus, Chaminade , Stephinac, Farrell, Iona, Fordham Prep, and St.Joes. The Eagles will also participate in two Tournaments: The Albany Invitational ( overnight) and The Ice Hutch Tournament.

All information pertaining to the season has been sent home by way of the players. As we did last year , we will try to keep the web page updated with all necessary information and game highlights.

Anyone that would like to keep a digital picture record of the season is welcome. Last year's video of the season by Mrs. Pizzano was well appreciated, especially by the graduating seniors.

Looks to be an exciting season. Go Eagles......................

Weekly Updates:

Monday 11/10-Practice 5-6pm//Scimmage vs Lakeland 9:15pm
Wednesday 11/12-Practice 7-8pm
Thursday 11/13 - off ice practice 3-4:15pm
Sunday 11/16 - Scrimmage 6:20 pm Brewster vs Lakeland

Team Updates(04/08)

2008-04-06T15:17:00.007-05:00

Year's Highlights:
Winners of the Clarkstown Tournament
Section 9 Overall Champions
Section 9 D2 Champions
John S Burke ranked #10 in the final NYS rankings.
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We will be notifying team members shortly about our end of year party. Hopefully everyone will make plans to attend. It will cap off a great season and also give our senior players the send-off they deserve.

Seniors ( senior parents)
Please email Mrs. Pizzano a mite hockey photo . She is producing a video highlight of the season and would like to get some early pictures of the seniors: Please asap.
http://KPIZZANO@hvc.rr.com/

REMINDER:: Our Spring Clinic will be 3 sessions:(rink took back 1 slot):

Tues. 4/29 --------7-8pm.
Tues. 5/6 --------- 7-8pm
Tues. 5/13------ - 7:45-8:45pm

We would like to get 20 players signed on--This would be a good opportunity to scrimmage and begin establishing next year's varsity team. Current seniors and new players are welcome. You must email coach if you will be attending.

Sign-ups to date:

D1 DREAMING

2008-03-13T15:10:00.002-05:00

by Gerald D. Skoning/Special to USCHO
March 6 — The rosters of Division I college hockey teams consist almost entirely of players who have spent a year or two playing for “junior” hockey clubs. Only a very few players on these Division I clubs have entered college directly out of high school. As a result, the quality of college hockey has been enhanced, but this improvement has had a negative impact on the “student” part of the vaunted student-athlete experience.(hit link above--tx Mr. Pizzano)

Thinking Scholarship--???

2008-03-13T10:45:00.001-05:00

THE SCHOLARSHIP DIVIDE; Expectations Lose to Reality of Sports Scholarships
...bring harmony on teams, however, and scholarships can be at the heart of the unrest...year athletes to relinquish their scholarships. “Kids who have worked their...qualifications.” The math of athletic scholarships is complicated and widely misunderstood...
March 10, 2008 - By BILL PENNINGTON - Front Page

THE SCHOLARSHIP DIVIDE; Recruits Clamor for More From Coaches With Less
...television, controlling a bevy of full scholarships and a sophisticated marketing machine...dole out the equivalent of six full scholarships across four years. “Except...promote the notion that some athletic scholarships go unclaimed. In interviews with more...
March 11, 2008 - By BILL PENNINGTON - Education

THE SCHOLARSHIP DIVIDE; It’s Not an Adventure, It’s a Job
...scholarship at Delaware, said 5 of the 12 women she entered with were no longer on the team. Most had relinquished their scholarships. Joe Taylor, a junior soccer player at Villanova, said he was one of four left from a freshman recruiting class of 10...
March 12, 2008 - By BILL PENNINGTON - Education

Spring Clinic Notes::

2008-03-07T13:49:00.004-05:00

Burke Alumni spark Siena to ACHA Nationals ---Sporting their playoff beards: Pat Markiewicz---James Whalen-Eric Reinfried

Good Luck In Florida.

Spring Clinic Notes::

Any Player that would like to sign -up for the spring scrimmages please email Coach Trezza ASAP--We need at least 15 players. Any current players ( including seniors) or players that will/might be coming to the school are welcome. Approximate cost: $80-$100 for the 4 weeks. Spread the word.

Tues. 4/22 -7-8pm.
Tues. 4/29 -7-8pm.
Tues. 5/6 - 7-8pm
Tues. 5/13 - 7:45-8:45pm.

Tough Ending To Great Year

2008-03-04T17:38:00.004-05:00

03/04/08 Just when it seemed the Eagles would skate their way to Utica and the final four , a strong dose of reality in the form of a sudden death overtime loss to Sweet Home ended a great season. By now the details have been written in the TH-record and the hurt still resides with all those who care; yet detail will not overshadow a terrific season by the Varsity.

A 17-5-2 record, winners of the Clarkstown Tournament , Section 9 Div 2 Champions, Section 9 overall Champions, and a class act finish in probably one of the most exciting games at IceTime in recent memory, highlighted the season.

No loss will diminish their accomplishments nor their representation of school and team.

Congratulations to the seniors and all the team members for accepting the challenge to excel and playing out their mantra ' The Time is Now' .................

Notes:
Jv and Varsity season is over--there will be a team pizza party late March or early April---There will be a School Awards dinner ( listen for details in school)---we are trying to secure some ice in April and May for team scrimmages ( all current players- varsity jv-new players will be invited ( if we can get a decent ice slot)....look for details.