Article by Phoenix writer Isabel Connolly ’23 In back-to-back games on January 31 and February 1, the girls of Kellenberg’s junior varsity basketball team tacked on two more wins against the Gaels of St. Mary’s. Top scorers included sophomore Erin Occhino and freshman Elizabeth Healy, each scoring 13 points. Sophomore Daniella Espina also scored 9…
Article by Phoenix writer Isabel Connolly ’23: On January 17th the Lady Firebirds of the freshmen and sophomore track team competed in their championship. Gabriellla Doris won a gold medal in the shot put. Martine Demeseyeux had a gold medal victory in the triple jump. Martine also took a bronze in the 300 meters with…
Article by Phoenix writer Amir Jeudy ’22: The Girls JV basketball team defeated the Cougars of St. John the Baptist on Tuesday January 18th, by a commanding score of 37-18. The team came out strong after the opening tip-off , putting up 17 points in the first quarter. They continued this strong trend throughout the…
Article by Phoenix writer Angelo Tsassis ’22: The Girls JV A Soccer Team defeated the Lady Spartans of Sacred Heart in the league semi-final game by a score of 1-0. Freshman Olivia Jungkunst scored off a beautiful free kick in the first half to give the Firebirds the 1-0 lead and they never looked back.…
Article by Phoenix writer Angelo Tsassis ’22: In spectacular fashion, the JV A Boys Soccer Team defeated the St. Anthony’s A team 2-0. Sophomore Jonathan Cardo had an outstanding free kick from 30 out that went crossbar down putting the Firebirds up 1-0. In the second half, Sophomore Zach Oliveira cut the ball back and…
Article by Phoenix writer Isabel Connolly ’23: On November 1st, Kellenberg’s JV Volleyball team traveled to a neutral site to defend their undefeated season and bring home a league championship. The Firebirds capped off their stellar season with a victory over the Friars of St. Anthony’s in two straight sets with scores of 25-21 and…
Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Connor, ’21: The Firebird J.V. Hockey Team faced off against Iona Prep early Saturday, March 13. Halfway through the second period, Kieran Laffey ’23 put the Firebirds on the board first. This was quickly followed up with a second goal scored by Angelo Coschingnano ’23. Kellenberg powered through the Third…
Article by Phoenix writer Mary O’Connor, ’21: Every time the members of the girls JV basketball team step onto the court they make every moment count. On Monday, March 15, the lady firebirds defeated Sacred Heart by a score of 39 to 25 and became undefeated league champions. Down by one point halfway through the…
By Grace Catinella, ’21: The Girls JV Basketball Team had three straight wins against Our Lady of Mercy, Sacred Heart, and St. John the Baptist where they averaged about 45 points a game. Lead scorers of the weekend were Natalie Sheridan ‘23 with 24 points, Nora Casey ‘23 with 21 points, Kat Schencman ‘24 with…
On March 6, the winter freshman and junior varsity athletics programs gathered to honor the athletes of the winter season. Awards were given for most committed, most improved, and most valuable athletes on each team. The Most Improved Player Award is awarded to the athlete who displayed the greatest amount of improvement and growth in their…