Spring sports season has come to an end, and it’s time to honor the remarkable achievements of our high school athletes. From exhilarating matches to outstanding teamwork, this season has been nothing short of exceptional. Today, we celebrate the winners of three prestigious awards that recognize dedication, growth, and outstanding contributions. The Bernie Ward Commitment…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Noumair ’24: On Saturday, the boys track team took their talents upstate to compete in the “Race at the Oval Office” at FDR High School in Staatsburg, where the highlight of the day came in the 100 meter final when senior Kavon Morris demolished his personal record running an astounding…
Article by Phoenix writer Cristina Palmieri ’25: On March 31, the girls JV softball team took the field against the Friars of St. Anthony’s. Anna Anzalone and Michaela Ressegger started off the offense by shocking the Friars with precision execution of the short game. But their two runs in the first would be followed by…
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: On Saturday, April 1, the Firebird boys track team opened up the 2023 spring season with some solid performances at the Valley Stream Challenge. William Mullin leaped to 3rd place in the 400-meter hurdles and Danny Carsey ranked 6th in the 110-meter hurdles. Mario Sanabria raced to a…
Article by Phoenix writer Griffin Noumair ’24: On March 4th, senior Memphis Ling, captain of varsity bowling team, completed his impressive Kellenberg career by competing in the New York State bowling championship. After a slow first game, Memphis bounced back and rolled a 269, the second highest of the day. Ultimately, he came up just…
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: In an ever evolving weather day on April 2, the Lady Firebird track and field team stayed firm and determined. Chelsea Ezumah had her best day with a medal performance in the shot pout and a personal best in the discus, Olivia Spirakis picked up from her award…
Article by Phoenix writer Paulina Barnjak ’24: On Friday, April 14th, Kellenberg’s own Varsity Softball team hosted their annual benefit game. The team played the St. Francis Prep Terriers at Bob Klein Field, home of Molloy University’s softball program. All the money raised was donated to LICADD, the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug…
Article by Phoenix writer Lauren DeRiggi ’24: The Boy’s Track and Field team competed at the Nike Indoor National track meet on March 10th and 11th at the Nike Armory in Washington Heights, NY. This marked the first time in Kellenberg Memorial history where the team qualified for the 4×200 championship category. The relay consisted…
Article by Phoenix writer Lauren DeRiggi ’24: The Kellenberg Memorial Dance Team traveled to Orlando, Florida to compete at the NDA High School National Dance Competition, which takes place March 1st through March 6th. The team consisted of 19 dedicated and talented students who competed in the small varsity group categories for Hip Hop, Pom,…
Article by Phoenix writer Nicholas Cortese ’23: On Monday, January 30, the girls bowling team matched up with Our Lady of Mercy. Kellenberg entered Garden City Lanes with a 5-3 record and the desire to build momentum going into playoffs. The OLMA girls tried to break Kellenberg’s stride, but the Firebirds showed no mercy. The…