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HUSKY ATHLETICS NEWSLETTER

Spring 2024
Dear Harrison Community,
 
Spring 2024 was an outstanding season for our Harrison Huskies, and the Husky Athletics newsletter captures their many accomplishments.
 
  • Section 1 Championship in Softball for the first time in school history
  • 3 League Championships - Baseball, Softball and Boys Golf 
  • Tommy Mangan and Henry Hurvitz played on the Section 1 Golf Team that won the State Championship
  • Tommy Mangan, Gabriella Triano, Alexia Cozzali and Barbara Jo Copolla were named All-State Athletes
  • Mary Gilmore (High Jump) and Lucia Lammers (Pentathlon) were Class A Champions
  • Marco Citro was Baseball League Pitcher of the Year 
  • Gabriella Triano was Softball League Pitcher of the Year
  • Coach DiRuocco (Baseball) and Coach Marino (Softball) were Coaches of the Year

Our students continue to perform and achieve at high levels, and their character and compassion on and off the field are noted by opponents, community members, and even complete strangers who have written to me about their exemplary and thoughtful behavior.  We could not be more proud of all of them and all they have accomplished.

You will share in our Husky Pride as you read this edition of Husky Athletics.

Sincerely,

Louis N. Wool, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

SPRING 2024 Season Highlights

  • Section 1 Championship in Softball for the first time in school history

  • 3 League Championship Teams: Baseball, Softball, Boys Golf 

  • 2 student athletes named National Qualifiers - Fabio Camacho and Amelie Escamilla for Track and Field

  • 12 student athletes named All Section

  • 4 student athletes named All-State - Tommy Mangan, Gabriella Triano, Alexia Cozzali and Barbara Jo Copolla

  • 2 student athletes were Class A Champion - Mary Gilmore and Lucia Lammers

  • 3 student athletes named All County 

  • 32 student athletes named All League

  • 9 Varsity teams were Scholar Athlete teams

  • Tommy Mangan and Henry Hurvitz were members of the Section 1 Golf Team that won the New York State Championship

  • Tommy Mangan earned All-State Honors in the New York State Individual Golf Tournament

  • Marco Citro was named League Pitcher of the Year and was a Diamond 9+1 Award Recipient

  • Keni Franck earned Diamond 9+1 Honorable Mention

  • Gabriella Triano was named league Pitcher of the Year, received the Tom "Skip" Walsh Scholarship, and broke the school strikeout record 

  • Gabriella Triano earned 2nd Team All State, Alexia Cozzali 4th Team All State,  and Barbara Jo Copolla 5thTeam All State in Softball 

  • Stella Perini won the Jackie Pitts Award and was named to the Lacrosse Golden Dozen for Lacrosse

  • Micheal Olsey won Lohud Player of the Week for Baseball 

  • Coach DiRuocco (Baseball) and Coach Marino (Softball) won League Coach of the Year 

Team Highlights


Softball

19-6
Scholar Athlete Team
League Champions 
Class AA Section 1 Champions

The Varsity Girls Softball team had a historic season winning its very first Section 1 Championship.  The team was led by three stellar seniors Gabriella Triano, Olivia Greco and Ava Gurgitano. Gabriella was a dominant pitcher throughout the season and set a school record for strikeouts.  Many of the girls contributed to the overall success and this team will be forever remembered for its determination, hard work and cohesiveness. Gabrilla Triano earned the  Tom "Skip" Walsh Scholarship, presented by the Section 1 Coaches Association for excellence on the field, in the classroom and in the community.

 
Awards and Recognitions
League Pitcher of the Year: Gabriella Triano
All Section: Barbara Jo Coppola, Alexia Cozzali, Gabriella Triano; Honorable Mention: Jordanna Yomtov
All League: Barbaro Jo Coppola, Alexis Cozzali, Gabriella Triano, Jordanna Yomtov, Olivia Greco, Ava Taddeo
League Coach of the Year: Dean Marino

Boys Golf

Record: 18-3
League Champions
Scholar Athlete Team 

Boys Golf dominated the links this season, ultimately earning the League Championship.  The team was led by seniors Tommy Mangan and Henry Hurvitz, who both played for the Section 1 New York State Championship team.  Tommy Mangan also placed in the individual state tournament declaring him an  All-State golfer. The team is graduating many seniors, but the Huskies look to build off this season’s success. 

 
Awards and Recognitions
All State: Tommy Mangan 
All State Team Championship: Tommy Mangan, Henry Hurvitz
All Section: Tommy Mangan, Henry Hurvitz
All Conference: Tommy Mangan, Henry Hurvitz, Jake Hurvitz
All League: Tommy Mangan, Henry Hurvitz, Jake Hurvitz

Baseball 

Record: 13-9
League Champions 
Scholar Athlete Team

The Harrison Varsity Baseball team had another stellar season despite being moved up to the Section 1 AAA League.  The team came together and had quality wins over top Section 1 opponents like Fox Lane and Mamaroneck to earn a League Championship.  The boys bonded together with a strong first round playoff win, but eventually fell in the quarter finals.  Marco Citro and Keni Franck led the team with their electric arms and leadership.  

Awards and Recognitions

League Pitcher of the Year: Marco Citro
All Section: Marco Citro, Keni Franck; Honorable Mention: Micheal Olsey
All League: Marco Citro, Keni Franck, Micheal Olsey, Dante Lanza, Jackson Schiro
League Coach of the Year: Marco DiRuocco 

Girls Track and Field

Scholar Athlete Team 

Throughout the season, the Girls Track team competed in several invitationals, Pirate Relays, Gold Rush, Mountie Madness and Rasbeck relays, facing off against top competitors in Westchester. Many of the athletes finished in the top 10 and achieved personal bests, and the team secured 4th place at the League Championship meet. Mary Gilmore (High Jump) and Lucia Lammers (Pentathlon) won Class A Champion titles, leading the team to a 5th place overall finish against top competitors in the section. Additionally, Stella O’Connell set a new school record in the Javelin. 

Awards and Recognitions
Class A Championship: Mary Gilmore and Lucia Lammers
School Record: Stella O'Connell

Boys Track and Field 

Scholar Athlete Team
The Boys Spring Track team competed hard this season and placed 2nd at the League Championship meet. Fabio Camacho broke our school Hammer Throw record and qualified for the National Championship. Andrew Araujo (Pole Vault) and Joseph Crupi (Long Jump) earned all-league honors.

Awards and Recognitions
All-League: Andrew Araujo, Joe Crupi

Girls Golf

Record: 8-3
Scholar Athlete Team
 
The Girls Golf team worked hard this season both on and off the course.  Driven by a passion for the game and hard work they posted a winning and successful season, ending with an overall record of 8-3 and 6-1 in the league.  Throughout the season, the team consistently worked on and showcased individual skills, while creating a strong team spirit.  They were guided by their team motto, Patience, Persistence, Practice, throughout the season.  
 
Awards and Recognitions
All-Conference: Isabella Cajahuanca
All League: Isabella Cajahuanca, Olivia Naporano, Beverly Kang

Girls Lacrosse

Record: 10-6
Scholar Athlete Team

The Varsity Girls Lacrosse team played one of the toughest schedules in Section 1, and demonstrated grit and determination throughout the season.  Led by senior Captain Stella Perini, the team earned a spot in the quarter finals.  The team has many returning players and will be in the mix for a championship behind their three juniors Lila Berkery, Harper Lapin and Chelsea Porto.  Stella Perini earned the Jackie Pitts Award presented by the Coaches Association to seniors who go above and beyond in service to their team, school and community, honor the game of lacrosse, are great teammates and outstanding students.

 
Awards and Recognitions
All- Section: Lila Berkery, Harper Lapin; Honorable Mention: Stella Perini
All-League: Lila Berkery, Harper Lapin, Stella Perini, Harper Canell

Boys Lacrosse

Record: 8-9
Scholar Athlete Team
 
The Varsity Boys Lacrosse team had a successful and competitive season finishing with an 8-9 record. Every player improved their game, and the team earned the highest win total in the last three seasons. A young and competitive offense netted 159 goals in 17 games. The Huskies defense was strong and tough to beat, helping the team gain its first playoff berth in 2 seasons.

Awards and Recognitions
All League: Nash Mayclim, Issac Shultz, Luke Riccio, Austin Margolies, Colin Park

Boys Tennis

Record: 3-10
Scholar Athlete Team
 

The Harrison Varsity Boys Tennis team demonstrated perseverance and grit all season, led by senior Noah Geller.  There are many new players on the team who held their own in a very competitive league.  The players demonstrated improvement as the season progressed and the future looks bright for this young team.

 
Awards and Recognitions
All-League: Noah Geller

22 Huskies Headed to the NCAA

Twenty-two Harrison athletes committed to compete in NCAA Division 1 and 3 collegiate athletics.  Congratulations to all our student athletes who are taking Husky Pride to the next level!

 
Division 1
Sofia Miller - Soccer - Binghamton University
Tommy Mangan - Boston College - Golf 
Olivia Fernandez - Basketball - Bryant University 
Bianca Minichiello - Cheer - Hofstra University
Danielka Solis - Cheer - Hofstra University
Sandeep Fernando - Track - Sacred Heart University 
Calise Mendoza - Cheer - St John’s University
Marco Citro - Baseball - College of the Holy Cross
Grace Peacock - University of Southern California 
Alexandra Wong - University of Pennsylvania 
Teddy Mangan - Georgetown University
 
Division 3
Gabriella Triano - Softball - Carnegie Mellon University
Lily Seibel - Volleyball - Rivier University
Keni Franck - Baseball - Brandeis University
Jayson Viola - Soccer - SUNY Potsdam
Braiden Sottile - Soccer - Arcadia University
Gianluca Santarelli - Football - Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Mia Boda - Soccer - Illinois Institute of Technology 
Sean Valle - Track - SUNY Cortland
Thomas Pasqualini - Lacrosse - SUNY Purchase
Kelly Newman - Track - SUNY Cortland
Nolan Regan - Track - McGill University 

LMK Student Athletes Build Skills, Team Spirit

Modified Sports: The modified program saw remarkable success with over 150 students enthusiastically participating in Baseball, Softball, Lacrosse, and Track and Field. The program fostered an engaging and vibrant learning environment. Players and coaches highlighted the program's core values of rigor, communication, development and accountability throughout the season, and students improved at all levels of play.  The success of the modified program underscores its positive impact on our athletics program at the high school. The future is promising for our young Huskies!

 
Intramural Sports:  This spring’s pilot  intramural program included Lacrosse, Field Hockey, and Flag Football. The program, designed to promote inclusivity and active participation among 6th grade students, was a great success. Students embraced the opportunity to compete, and develop a sense of camaraderie and healthy competition, while learning new skills. The program’s success is attributed to a dedicated coaching staff,  as well as the enthusiasm and engagement of our students.
 
Department of Physical Education, Health and Athletics

Chris Galano, Director (galanoc@harrisoncsd.org)     
Danny Gonzalez, Assistant Director (gonzalezda@harrisoncsd.org)