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Somers Falls in Section Final Loss to Rye
See Photos at end After holding on for a 7-6 victory over Pelham last week, top seeded Rye awaited the Tuskers in the section finals. The upgrade in completion didn’t take long to reveal. At the same time, Rye also noticed an uptake in intensity. Somers fought back from 5-1 and 11-4 deficits that didn’t surprise Coach Jordan Hirsch. “They are always ready for a battle,” he boasted. But the favorites seemed to have an extra gear that the defending state champs could not match.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
Stanley Cup Final Game Six: Hurricane Stanley, 20 Years Later
There is always something extra special about that first game with the Stanley Cup in the building. No matter who it is, whether it's your favorite team, a team you respect, or a team you despise, when said team is one win away from capturing that Cup, it's always a sight to see. On this Sunday evening in Vegas, the Carolina Hurricanes entered Game Six of the Stanley Cup Final needing just one win to get Lord Stanley's holy grail, the absolute hardest trophy to win.
By Clyde E. Dawkins4 months ago in Unbalanced
Somers Heads to Section Finals with 7-6 Thriller Over Pelham
Scroll to end for photos In the semifinal round of the sectionals at Somers on Saturday May 30, Pelham’s 1-0 lead at 8:14 amounted to their last lead of the game. The Pelicans definitely didn’t go away, though. A Somers turnover gave Pelham the ball with 55 seconds remaining in the game, but the Tuskers always feel comfortable having Hudson Ruby as the last line of defense. “He’s just the guy who makes all these plays,” said Holden Brelesky, and with Pelham’s big time scorer making a lateral rush on the goal line, the Somers stop gap engaged his silencer
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
Stanley Cup Final Game Five: Best-of-Three
It is always very interesting when a best-of-seven series is 2-2 after four games. A 1-1 tie after two games turns the series into a best-of-five, but a 2-2 tie after four games turns the series into a very pivotal best-of-three. In sports, the only best-of-three series is MLB's Wild Card Series, but even so, a best-of-three format leaves very, very little room for error. This is what the Vegas Golden Knights and the Carolina Hurricanes faced on a Thursday Night in Raleigh.
By Clyde E. Dawkins4 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Advances with Easy Win Over Tappan Zee
See Photos Below On Tuesday May 26, John Jay jumped out to an 8-1 lead versus Tappan Zee and looked on their way to an easy afternoon. Then the Dutchman scored three straight, and needing a spark, Fin Degl knew exactly which Wolf could turn the ignition.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
Somers Defeats Pearl River in Quarterfinals
See Photos at end On Wednesday May 27, Somers hosted Pearl River in the quarterfinals of the sectionals, and the Tuskers were definitely not slowed by the Pirates late arrival. “We really showed up today,” said Dylan Jimenez, but the final tally proved the comment an understatement.
By Rich Monetti4 months ago in Unbalanced
Knicks Fever Meets Security Concerns: The Debate Over Public Celebrations in New York
The New York Knicks' remarkable journey to the NBA Finals has given basketball fans across the city a reason to celebrate. For the first time in decades, New York finds itself at the center of the basketball world, with Madison Square Garden once again serving as the stage for one of sports' biggest events. The excitement has energized neighborhoods, packed sports bars, and united fans from all walks of life.
By Mr How4 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay ends Regular Season with 12-3 Victory over Byram Hills
Scroll to end for photos On Tuesday May 19, John Jay traveled to Byram Hills, and Peter Hill admitted the team came out kind of lackadaisical. No score after six full minutes said as much, but not long after, the heavy lifting began.
By Rich Monetti5 months ago in Unbalanced
Somers Beats John Jay in the Circle and Between the Pipes
Scroll to end for photos On Friday night May 15, Somers traveled Route 35 for another chapter in their crosstown rivalry with John Jay and the first half back and forth really lived up. 4-3 in favor of Somers, John Jay was poised to continue the script in the final minutes. But the narrative ended, and Hudson Ruby was the scribe.
By Rich Monetti5 months ago in Unbalanced
Stanley Cup Final Game Four: You're Never Too Old to Score Game-Winning Goals
When this year's Stanley Cup Final became official, there was a collective groan. The Vegas Golden Knights facing the Carolina Hurricanes was not the ideal match for many fans. It was believed by many fans that this series would be a ratings nightmare. The hockey fandom was convinced that no one would watch this series, and that it would a disaster.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
Trump Makes NBA History as First Sitting President to Attend the Finals
The NBA Finals are known for producing unforgettable moments. Championship-winning shots, legendary performances, and dramatic comebacks often dominate the headlines. Yet during Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Finals, history was made before the opening tip even took place. President Donald Trump attended the game at Madison Square Garden, becoming the first sitting president in American history to attend an NBA Finals contest.
By Mr How5 months ago in Unbalanced
Stanley Cup Final Game Three: How it Started, How it Went, and How it Ended
Tonight's Stanley Cup Final recap is brought to you by the letters "S," "M," "F," and "H." Game One of this year's Stanley Cup Final saw the Carolina Hurricanes start off with two goals off the bat, only for the Vegas Golden Knights to catch up, come back, and win it. Game Two saw the Golden Knights put in two despite barely getting shots, but the Hurricanes came back and ended up winning in overtime. Lost in all of that madness is the fact this Cup Final is knotted at 1-1, and the scene now shifts to Sin City. Las Vegas, which has hosted the last two WrestleManias, plays host to Game Three of this Final--a pivotal Game Three at that.
By Clyde E. Dawkins5 months ago in Unbalanced
