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HUSKY HIGHLIGHTS

Winter 2024-2025
Dear Harrison Community,
 
I am pleased to share the achievements of our Husky athletes, who have experienced a season filled with personal bests, new school records, and a league championship. We take pride in their athletic and academic accomplishments, but we are most impressed by their character and integrity. 
 
Some notable achievements include: 
  • Nine Varsity teams received Scholar Athlete recognition from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. 
  • The Ice Hockey team captured a second consecutive League Championship; Isaac Schultz, Julian Gahr, and Jack Mazzella each scored their 100th career point, and Isaac Schultz was named League Player of the Year. 
  • Mia Strazza set a school record in basketball, scoring 1,573 career points, and was named League Player of the Year. 
  • Aidan Grant broke the school record in the 200 freestyle and qualified for the New York State Championship. 
  • Thalia Lemaire won the Indoor Track and Field Section 1 Class A Long Jump. 
Our student athletes showed resilience, respect, and unwavering commitment to their teams throughout the winter season. They embody the values of our school community and inspire us with their grace, dignity, and Husky Pride in all they do. The leadership and mentorship of our coaches are invaluable. We thank our community for its continued enthusiasm and encouragement. 
 
Enjoy this edition of Husky Highlights featuring our winter student athletes. 

 

Sincerely,

Louis N. Wool, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

Winter 2024-25 Season Highlights

  • Nine Varsity teams earned Scholar Athlete recognition from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association
  • Varsity Ice Hockey team won the League Championship for the second consecutive year
  • 8 student athletes were named All Section
  • 1 student athlete was named All Conference
  • 1 student athlete was named All County 
  • 22 student athletes were named All League
  • Mia Strazza was named LoHud Girls Basketball Player of the Week, to the LoHud Super 7 team, League Player of the Year, and is Harrison’s all time leading scorer
  • Isaac Schultz was named Ice Hockey League MVP and earned the Doc Rasbeck Academic Award for academic and athletic accomplishments
  • Aidan Grant broke the school record in the 200 freestyle and qualified for the New York State Swim Championship
  • Isaac Schultz, Julian Gahr, and Jack Mazzella each recorded their 100th career point this hockey season
  • Joe Crupi was named to the Lohud Boys Basketball Preseason Watch List and earned Lohud Boys Basketball Player of the Week
  • Matt McCoy was named to the Lohud Boys Basketball Preseason Watch List and earned Game Day 1 - Playoff Player of the Day 
  • George Veintimilla earned Most Outstanding Wrestler at the Carlucci Duals
  • Lorenzo Gunzer earned Sophomore Most Outstanding Wrestler at the Westchester County Championship
  • Thalia Lemaire won the Indoor Track and Field Section 1 Class A Long Jump

Nine Varsity Teams Earn Scholar Athlete Recognition

This season nine varsity teams received Scholar Athlete recognition from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA). To receive scholar athlete recognition, 75% of the team roster must have an average GPA of at least 90. At the end of each season, the NYSPHSAA honors teams who have achieved this academic success by awarding Scholar Athlete recognition.

Team Highlights

Ice Hockey

Record: 13-9-1
League Record: 6-2
League Champions
Scholar Athlete Team
The Titans began the season as Champions of the White Plains Thanksgiving Tournament for the second successive year. The boys faced a series of challenges throughout the season, but hit their stride and played solid hockey into the home stretch to lock down their second successive League B Title Championship with a league record of 6-2. The team advanced to the section semifinals losing to a solid Rivertowns team 4-0. Senior Isaac Schultz and Juniors Jack Mazzella and Julian Gahr recorded 100 career points. The Varsity and Modified teams raised over $18,000 in its inaugural Hockey Fights Cancer Night. The team received the Howard Kosel Team Sportsmanship Award, a recognition presented by the Section 1 Coaches Association to one team in each league for exhibiting respect to officials, opponents and spectators on and off the ice. 
 
Awards and Recognitions
League MVP: Isaac Schultz
All Section: Isaac Schultz, Jack Mazzella
All League: Isaac Schultz, Jack Mazzella, Julian Gahr

 

Boys Basketball

Record: 13-9
Scholar Athlete Team

The Harrison Boys Varsity Basketball team left it all on the court this season, facing one of the most competitive schedules in the section. At every game the boys took the court with heart and hustle, never wavering, win or lose. The team posted wins over Newburgh, Woodlands, and beat Eastchester and Pelham (twice!). They advanced to the playoffs and outscored higher ranked Fox Lane by 22 points in the first round. Senior Joe Crupi ended the season with the second most assists and steals in school history. 

 
Awards and Recognitions
All Section: Joe Crupi
All Conference: Matt McCoy
All League: Ben Ptashnik

Girls Basketball

Record: 9-12
Scholar Athlete Team
The team wrapped up the season with a solid record of 9-12 overall and 4-4 in league play. The girls demonstrated tremendous growth and resilience throughout the year and faced challenges with  remarkable determination and grit. One of the season’s standout moments was the incredible win over league rival Rye—an unforgettable performance that exemplified our team’s heart and camaraderie. With her trademark dedication and hard work, Mia Strazza became the school’s all-time leading scorer with 1,573 career points.  
 
Awards and Recognitions
All-Section: Mia Strazza
All-League: Mia Strazza
 

Boys Swimming

Record: 10-1
Scholar Athlete Team

The Boys Varsity Swim Team finished their season with an impressive record of 10-1, finishing second at the League Championships and sixteenth overall at the Section One Meet. The boys' hard work and preparation paid off, six members of the team qualified to compete at sectionals: Aidan Grant in the 200 and 500 freestyle, Nico da Silva in the 200 and 100 breaststroke, Mark Colaccioppo in the 100 butterfly, Massimo Realiin the 100 backstroke, and Kata Oka, Matthias Kohn, and John Colaccippo as alternates in the 100 butterfly, the 200 freestyle and 500 freestyle.  Aidan Grant broke the school record in the 200 freestyle at the Section One Championship, and qualified to compete at the New York State Swimming Championship. 

 
Awards and Recognitions
All Section: Aidan Grant
All League: Aidan Grant, Colby Clair,  John Colacioppo

Cheer

Scholar Athlete Team
The Cheer team posted an impressive Winter season, placing 1st at the New Rochelle Competition, 2nd at the County Center Invitational and 3rd at Sectionals. The seniors demonstrated true leadership throughout the season and served as role models and mentors. The future looks bright for this young team!
 
Awards and Recognitions
All Section: Alexandra Paternoster, Leia Pansarella
All League: Chloe Rooney, Avery Borman, Alexandra Paternoster, Leia Pansarella

Boys Bowling

Record 11-3
Scholar Athlete Team
The Boys Bowling team took second in the League with a record of 11-3. Senior Captains Kyojiro Yamada and Dylan McKiernan and junior Joseph DiFeo were All-League. Kyojiro had an amazing season and scored the highest average in the league, which earned him a well-deserved spot in the sectional tournament. 
 
Awards and Recognitions
All League: Kyojiro Yamada, Dylan McKiernan, Joseph DiFeo
 

Girls Bowling

Record: 10-4
Scholar Athlete Team
The Girls Bowling team faced a competitive schedule this season, and placed second in the League. The girls approached each practice and match with a sense of purpose, and each member of the team hit some amazing benchmarks. Eleanor Gilmore scored a career high game of 173.
 
Awards and Recognitions
All League: Kimberly Figueiredo, Eleanor Gilmore

Boys Indoor Track

League Finish: 2nd
Scholar Athlete Team
In addition to four League Champions in individual events, a young Boys Winter Track team set 150 new personal records, and showed remarkable improvement each week across all events. Nine boys qualified for the Westchester County Championships, ten qualified for Class A Championships, and nine advanced to the State Qualifier Meet. 
 
Awards and Recognitions
All County Honorable Mention: Ben Fontecchio
All League: Luca Reali (55m Dash), Simon Modica (600m), Ben Fontecchio (Shot Put), Ryu Irahara (Triple Jump)

Girls Indoor Track

League Finish: 3rd
Scholar Athlete Team
The Girls Winter Track and Field team posted a strong showing at the League Championships with several impressive personal best performances. Twelve members contributed to the overall team score, helping the team secure an impressive 3rd place finish.
 
Awards and Recognitions
Sectional Champion: Thalia Lemaire (Long Jump)
All League Honorable Mention: Kinga Kozyra and Thalia Lemaire

Wrestling

Record: 9-15
A young Husky Wrestling Team put their best foot forward and took it to the mats at  each practice, match, and tournament. The boys jump-started the season against 20+ teams by finishing 8th at the Edgemont Wrestling Tournament with multiple place winners.  The Husky wrestlers completed the season with four more wins than last year and are eyeing continued improvement going forward.  The team also came together to support, honor, and remember student athlete Mark Anthony Giordano by volunteering at the Port Chester Food Drive where they helped distribute over 4,000 pounds of food to the community.
 
Awards and Recognitions
All County: Lorenzo Gunzer
All League: Alejandro Gutierrez, Lorenzo Gunzer; Honorable Mention: Kieran Frawley

LMK Students: Determined, Dedicated Athletes

Modified Sports: The modified winter season was a tremendous success for LMK student athletes, who excelled in multiple sports. The basketball teams demonstrated impressive teamwork and skill, and wrestlers brought strength and determination on the mats. Track athletes pushed their limits, setting personal bests and earning recognition for their efforts at the Rockland Community College meets. The cheerleaders had a remarkable season, placing in multiple competitions and taking home a first-place victory. This season highlighted the hard work, perseverance, and spirit of our middle school student-athletes, making it a memorable one for students, coaches, and fans!
 
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Department of Physical Education, Health and Athletics
Chris Galano, Director     
Danny Gonzalez, Assistant Director
 

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