Rich Monetti
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Andy Hammerstein Shares Music and Stories of his Grandfather Oscar Hammerstein
On Saturday March 11, at the Bedford Playhouse, the grandson of Oscar Hammerstein hosted a fundraiser to benefit the local hub. Hammerstein’s Broadway: An Enchanted Evening of Stories & Song played to a packed house, and in having hearts soar, Andy Hammerstein downplayed his role.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Beat
Mahopac Opens with 8-2 Win over John Jay
So far Mahopac Softball has had to endure two rainouts, and Ally Wanner hasn’t taken kindly for the bad weather. “I was really mad,” she said, but finally getting the chance on Monday, April 3, it was John Jay that felt Mahopac's wrath in the opener.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
After Defeating Pelham, John Jay has Strong Showing in Loss to Defending State Champs
John Jay opened the season on a good note at home versus Pelham on Tuesday, March 28. An 8-4 victory, the boys then faced a pretty tall order in their Friday night match up. The defending state champs from Manhassett brought their swag to Contest Field and pretty much left with it intact in an 11-5 victory. But John Jay still gained in the loss, and Andrew Kiefer gave voice to the sentiment.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Beats Brewster 11-0
After showing little mercy to Fox Lane on Saturday, March 25, John Jay was no more obliging to Brewster on Monday. The Wolves scored an 11-0 victory, and while there was plenty of status quo with a large returning contingent of players, the draw position had a new look and didn’t disappoint.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
Mahopac Plays to the end in 38-6 Loss to Scarsdale
On Tuesday March 28, after Mahopac quickly went out on their first possession, Scarsdale ran only three plays before they were in the end zone. Ivy Boockvar hit Chloe Paquin for a 33 yard touchdown pass, and unfortunately, 32 consecutive Scarsdale points were on the way. Still, Mahopac did send their fans home happy by playing to the end - and then some.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Boys Lacrosse Preview and Photos from Wilton Game
See photos at end The last time we saw, the boys lacrosse team they led 9-8 lead over Yorktown with 90 seconds to go in the Section One Semifinals. The Wolves were unable to hold onto the lead and lost 10-9 in overtime. Ten months later, Coach Mike Bocklet only see positive residue from the pain.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
The Wedding Singer has Somers Walking on Air
On Friday night March 24, the Somers High School Drama Club put on the musical production of The Wedding Singer, and without question, the audience stirred to the sound, the uplifting beat and endearing love story. Of course, the reception is never a given, and lead actress Caitlyn Stellwagen voiced the realization of what it meant to actually hit the high notes.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Education
Somers Rockers Make Music on the House at the School of Rock
One great show can change the world, according to Jack Black in the School of Rock. Maybe, but without a doubt, the world Andrew Tatela lived in changed when he first performed live. “Once I played in front of a crowd, that was it,” said the Somers High School senior, and with a group of fellow Tuskers, they’re making a mark with our own School of Rock in Bedford.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Education
John Jay Stands Tall in Second Round Win versus Hillcrest
On Friday March 10, the John Jay Howlers matched up against Hillcrest in the second round of the Tri-County Basketball League playoff. After an even up game in the early going, the visitors jumped out to a nine point lead on the strong play of Luke DeSola and Owen Farrell, and it looked like the game was going to get away. But John Jay refused to worry about appearances, and when the final buzzer sounded, Hillcrest were the ones who got the dress down.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Tri-County Championship Games
5/6 Team Wins Championship After defeating Yorktown 55-20 on Saturday, March 11, the John Jay Howlers lined up with Mamaroneck for the finals of the Tri-County Basketball League. The Championship at stake, the drama didn’t last very long at the House of Sports in Ardsley on Sunday.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Softball Preview and Photos from Fox Lane game
See Photos at end Last year, John Jay played to about a .500 regular season, and beat Somers in the first round of the sectionals. “We didn’t start off great, but by the end of the season we were rockin and rollin and played well,” said Head Coach Steve DelMoro. The Wolves lost to Mahopac in the next round, though, and while the 8-1 defeat was disappointing, the coach thinks this year’s biggest concern speaks well to the new season.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced
A Lot Like the Varsity, John Jay 5/6 Team Wins First Round Game Versus Mahopac
With the spotlight off the sports scene at the high school, the youth teams are stepping up and filling the void. The girls Tri-County Basketball travel team did the honors versus Mahopac on Thursday, March 2 at Lewisboro Elementary and definitely didn’t leave the fanbase feeling empty handed afterwards.
By Rich Monettiabout a year ago in Unbalanced