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

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....

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

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...

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

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

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

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..........

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)

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

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!!

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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....

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

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

Weekend Sweep Keeps Varsity On Top

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

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

01/15/09 Tonight's Game Cancelled.

Varsity Skates Past Fordham Prep

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

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

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.