Christian Brothers Academy Ice Hockey: CBA Hockey News
CBA upsets Bethlehem in Sectionals
John Bassett had two goals, including the game-winner, to lead 5th-seeded CBA to an upset over 4th-seed Bethlehem 4-2 in the CDHSHL quarterfinals at Bethlehem.
Dean McMahon had two assists and Dakota Smith stopped 31 shots for the Brothers.
Friday, February 3
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Vote for Evan Van Epps in the Spotlight Newspapers' poll on the best CDHSHL Division 1 player. Evan is third overall in points in CDHSHL play.
Tuesday, January 31
Dean McMahon earns player of the week honors
Check out the video featuring Evan Van Epps, Brad Harrison, Dakota Smith and Dean McMahon. McMahon earned Fox 23 High School Sports Show Player of the Week honors.
Saturday, January 28
CBA beats Queensbury at Lake George Forum
From the Post-Star:
CBA 2, Queensbury 1
LAKE GEORGE -- Down by one goal heading into the third period, Queensbury's Kyle Fitscher scored off a Kade Kirby assist to tie things up, but CBA's Evan Van Epps scored the eventual game winner off a John Bassett pass.
Dakota Smith had 34 saves for CBA. Dean McMahon had the first goal for CBA on assists from Van Epps and Bassett.
CBA (9-4, 9-7-1) 0 1 1 - 2
Queensbury (4-5, 7-10) 0 0 1 - 1
First period - None.
Second period - 1, CBA, McMahon (Van Epps, Bassett), 9:14.
Third period - 2, Queensbury, Fitscher (Kirby), 7:57; 3, CBA, Van Epps (Bassett), 10:23
Goalies-saves - Smith (CBA) 34; Orban (Q) 20.
Monday, January 16
Big week for CBA hockey
CBA Brothers won the last two Capital District High School Hockey League games in thrilling style.
Evan Van Epps scored at 3:10 of overtime to lift visiting CBA past Glens Falls 2-1 in a Capital District High School Hockey League game on Thursday night. The Brothers (5-6-1, 5-3) took a 1-0 lead on Dean McMahon's goal 1:16 into the third period. The Indians (6-5-2, 3-2) came back to tie the score at 1 on Matt Girard's tally 1:32 later. Kyle Stockman had 35 saves for CBA and Tyler Mello stopped 15 shots for Glens Falls.
Here is the link to the Times Union story.
On Saturday night, the Brothers played a solid game with contributions from many players.
Kyle Stockman
finished with 25 saves for the Brothers.
Jan 14 2012
GM 0-0-1-1
CBA 1-3-2-6
1st period:
CBA 7:13 Zach Swanteck (g) Evan Van Epps (a) Dean McMahon (A)
2nd period:
CBA 14:33 John Bassett (G) Chris O'Keffe (A) McMahon (A)
CBA 4:38 Swanteck (G) McMahon (A) Bassett (A)
CBA 2:45 Bassett (G) Swanteck (A) Brad Harrison (A)
3rd period
CBA 14:16 O'Keefe (G) Bassett (A) Van Epps (A)
CBA 5:58 Bassett (G) Cody Greenwald (A)
John Bassett was named a top performer by the Times Union in James Allen's Athlete of the Week column published today.
Evan Van Epps, Dean McMahon and John Bassett were all featured in the Times Union hockey midseason report.
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CBA wins thriller against Burnt Hills
The Brothers extended their winning streak to 3 games with a 2-1 victory over Burnt Hills Friday at the Albany County Hockey facility. Sidelines, the Times Union's High School sports blog, has the entire game video posted online. See it here. Below is Fox News high school sports show coverage.
Thursday, December 29
Brothers win 4-0 against La Salle
Click here for link toYNN coverage of the Brothers' 4-0 win over La Salle. CBA hockey alumni played a spirited game prior to the La Salle game at the Albany County Hockey Facility. Here is the link to the Times Union's Sidelines blog which includes videos of both La Salle and Bethlehem games. Below is the Fox 23 high school report:
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CBA wins Times Union Center game vs Guilderland
In the first of two high school hockey events at the Times Union Center this year, CBA on Saturday defeated Guilderland/Mohonasen 6-4.
Evan
Van Epps had two goals and an assist and defenseman John Bassett had two
goals to lead CBA. Andrew Mundweiler of Guilderland/Mohonasen had 2
goals and an assist.
The game was held prior to the Albany Devils hockey game against Springfield.
“We are here to win games, and we also want to give back to the community,” said Christopher Ciceri, Albany Devils’ CEO, about the high school games.
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Advance tickets for Times Union Center game on sale now
December 17
CBA vs. Guilderland/Mohonason @ 3:30 pm
Albany Devils Game @ 7pm
Tickets are just $15!
Thursday, November 10
Section 2 has a new website
Check it out.
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Wilgocki honored at Section II finals
David Wilgocki, pictured with mom Valerie and coach Jason Tapp, was honored during pre-game ceremonies at the Section II finals Thursday night. He was named to the 3rd team of the Capital District High School Hockey League. David also was awarded his trophy for being the Most Valuable Player of the Lake Placid tournament. Saratoga won the game 3-2, which was reflected in our Web site poll where our intelligent hockey fans predicted Saratoga would win over Shen by a 2 to 1 margin.
Congratulations to Steve Basile, Evan VanEpps, John Bassett and Ted Meybaum for receiving Honorable Mention for Section II.
Way to go Brothers!!!!
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Players, volunteers honored at banquet
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Players in their dress blues were honored at the annual hockey banquet Wednesday, March 16.
Each player was presented with a plaque and a copy of the team video. Seniors were honored and awards were given out:
Congratulations to team mom Val Wilgocki and Booster Club President Carm Basile for earning volunteer awards. Val earned the Neil O'Connor Award. This award is presented to a volunteer who has over time shown a commitment through service to the CBA Hockey program. This individual has worked quietly and tirelessly on behalf of the program, expecting nothing in return. Carn also earned a volunteer special appreciation award, which is presented to an individual who has given special efforts to the CBA hockey team.
Paul Lovejoy Memorial Award: Ted Meybaum
This award is in memory of Paul Lovejoy, Class of 1971. This annual award is bestowed to a varsity hockey player at CBA who has made an outstanding contribution to the hockey team.
Most Improved Player Award: Cody Greenwald
This annual award is made to the varsity hockey player at CBA who has worked to improve his playing ability through the course of the season while maintaining his commitment to the team.
Most Valuable Player Award: Steve Basile
This annual award is made to the varsity hockey player at CBA who has meant the most to the team. This is a well-rounded player-person who sets the highest example through his attitude and ability.
Dennis Patrick Murphy Award: Evan VanEpps
Dennis Murphy is the founder of the Christian Brothers Academy Hockey Program. This annual award is given to the varsity hockey player at CBA who demonstrating the same level of dedication and commitment to his team, school and family that Dennis Patrick Murphy showed to all of us.
Coaches Award: Casey Hladik
This award is presented to the varsity hockey player at CBA who has earned special recognition from the coaching staff for dedication and commitment to the team
Tuesday, February 22
Season's photos
Visit the team photo website http://joyceb10.smugmug.com/
and submit your photos for the end-of-year video. Deadline is March 1st. Send an email to jbassett1@nycap.rr.com
Thanks to Joe Glennon for his professional-quality photographs!
Tuesday, February 22
New York State rankings
CBA ended the 2010-2011 season ranked 24th in the Division 1 state high school rankings.
Other Capital District High School League school rankings, going into Thursday's finals:
Saratoga: 5th
Shen: 6th
CBA: 24th
Bethlehem: 25th
Shaker/Colonie: 33rd
Nisky/Schenectady: 45th
Saturday, February 19
Hockey Banquet
The hockey banquet will be held March 16, 2011 at the Century House. Fun, food, awards and planning for next year. Great season Brothers!!!
Friday, February 18
McMahon's Hat Trick Enables to Brothers to Skate Past Jets
Monday, February 14
David Wilgocki CDHSHL 3rd Team All-Star
Congratulations to David Wilgocki for making the CDHSHL 3rd All-Star Team! David also received Athlete of the Week Runner-Up in the Times Union this week.
Congratulations to Steve Basile, Evan VanEpps, John Bassett and Ted Meybaum for receiving Honorable Mention!!
Way to go Brothers!!!!
Monday, February 14
Casey Crotty FOX 23 1st Star of the Week
Good job Casey!!!!!
Saturday, February 12
Brothers win Lake Placid Winter Tournament
Click on the headline for a game writeup from the Press Republican.
Congratulations to Dean McMahon, Casey Crotty and Zach Baron for making All Tournament Team
Congratulations to David Wilgocki - Tournament MVP
Way to go Brothers!!!!
Thursday, February 10
John Bassett Three Stars of the Week on FOX 23 HS Sports Show
Way to go John!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, February 10
Highlights from LaSalle Game from FOX 23 Sports
Thursday, February 10
Highlights from BH/BL Game from FOX 23
Wednesday, December 29
Meybaum and Wilgocki make All-Star Tournament Team
Congratulations to Ted Meybaum and David Wilgocki for making the All-Tournament Team in the Mamaroneck Tigers 2010 Tournament.
Way to go Brothers!!!!!
Friday, September 23
Alumni game: Save the date
SAVE THE DATE:
Wed. Dec 28 Alumni Game followed by game vs. LaSalle
Alumni game starts at 4:30; varsity game vs. LaSalle at 6:30
Tuesday, October 5
NYSPHSAA Honor
On October 6th, the New York State Public High School Athletic Association will designate Christian Brothers Academy as a Scholar/Athlete School of Distinction. During 2009-2010, every CBA varsity athletic team earned a GPA of 90 or better during their season. Of the 775 participating schools in the state, only nine achieved this distinction last year.
WAY TO GO BROTHERS!!!!
Saturday, December 11
Brothers Sweep North Country - WIn Canton Golden Bears Tournament
CBA were the winners of the Canton Ice Hockey Tournament on 12/10 & 12/11 beating Posdam 4-1 and Canton 3-0. Good job Brothers!!
Tournament MVP - Mike Dougherty Congrats Mike!!!
