Sting Come Away With Senior Night Victory Behind Monster Game From Fischer
January 29th, 2014- Last night, Varsity Girls Basketball played a very good Bruriah team, and came out on top by a score of 45-38.
The game started out slow, with SAR jumping out to a 7-4 lead after one quarter behind senior Samantha Hollenberg's three points and five rebounds.
SAR was able to hold onto their slim lead at the end of the second and third quarters, leading 14-12 and 26-22, respectively.
In the beginning of the fourth quarter, Bruriah, led by junior Nikki Bick, started hitting clutch shots to take the lead. But as soon as it seemed as if the momentum had shifted to the visiting team, sophomore Dahlia Fischer knocked down a huge three-pointer to regain the lead. After that shot, the rest of the game belonged to Fischer. She hit a second three-pointer to stretch the lead to six, and hit many free throws at the end to ice the game.
As Fischer put it, "As a point guard, I was figuring out what was best for my team and what I could do to help my team win." Fischer is a great distributor, yet never shies away from a big shot. Those two three-pointers are a big reason SAR came away with the win.
Fischer led SAR with a whopping 24 points, Hollenberg scored nine, and senior Sofie Levinson added four points and three steals.
Lastly, congrats to the seven seniors- Hollenberg, Levinson, Sara Waxman, Ali Trachtenberg, Yaela Halper, Avital Goldstein and Arly Mintz, on playing their final regular season home game. Hopefully, a playoff home game will follow, but if not, this was a great way for the seniors to go out.
The Lady Sting now sit at 8-2. Their next game is on Monday February 3rd at Bruriah.
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Thursday, January 30, 2014
Varsity Boys Basketball vs. TABC
TABC, led by Zirman, Storm Past SAR
January 28th, 2014- SAR fell to TABC 46-32 in a contest between two of the league's up-and-coming teams. SAR was down 10-2 after 1, and was unable to grab a lead as TABC, led by center Yehoshua Zirman, took a 21-16 lead into the half. Midway through the fourth, Sammy Hyman hurt his ankle, knocking him out of the game and causing a serious blow to an already faltering Sting team. The effort and energy was there, but execution at times was sadly nonexistent. SAR looks to rebound with two big home games against Kushner and Heschel.
January 28th, 2014- SAR fell to TABC 46-32 in a contest between two of the league's up-and-coming teams. SAR was down 10-2 after 1, and was unable to grab a lead as TABC, led by center Yehoshua Zirman, took a 21-16 lead into the half. Midway through the fourth, Sammy Hyman hurt his ankle, knocking him out of the game and causing a serious blow to an already faltering Sting team. The effort and energy was there, but execution at times was sadly nonexistent. SAR looks to rebound with two big home games against Kushner and Heschel.
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Varsity Hockey vs. MTA
Varsity Hockey Falls To MTA; Tough Season Comes To An End
January 28th, 2014- In an inspired effort, SAR fell to MTA 5-2, effectively ending its season just short of a playoff berth. Overall, the Sting stood tall against the Lions in a winner-take-all affair, with the score even at two late in the game. SAR, based on the points system in the standings, had to win in regulation, or else it wouldn't qualify for the postseason. So as SAR pressured MTA's defense, MTA was able to capitalize with a clutch goal, putting them up 3-2. SAR was forced to pull Fortgang out of net, and MTA scored two more goals to finish off the Sting for good. Although SAR didn't make the playoffs, they showed much growth and maturation over the course of the season. Look for SAR to be a force next year with the bulk of its players returning for another campaign.
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January 28th, 2014- In an inspired effort, SAR fell to MTA 5-2, effectively ending its season just short of a playoff berth. Overall, the Sting stood tall against the Lions in a winner-take-all affair, with the score even at two late in the game. SAR, based on the points system in the standings, had to win in regulation, or else it wouldn't qualify for the postseason. So as SAR pressured MTA's defense, MTA was able to capitalize with a clutch goal, putting them up 3-2. SAR was forced to pull Fortgang out of net, and MTA scored two more goals to finish off the Sting for good. Although SAR didn't make the playoffs, they showed much growth and maturation over the course of the season. Look for SAR to be a force next year with the bulk of its players returning for another campaign.
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Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Wrestling vs. Frisch
Undeterred by Frisch's Wrestling Tradition, SAR Picks Up a Big Win
January 27th, 2014- Last night, the SAR boys wrestling team took on the Frisch Cougars in Paramus, NJ. Although Frisch is known for their top notch wrestling history, the Sting were not going to let that get in their head. With former Frisch captain and three time Wittenberg champion Zach Kahan leading the way, his SAR boys confidently onto the mat, and they came away with a victory. The match started off with a Frisch forfeit at the 106 lbs. matchup, leaving the 80 lb. Ori Feinberg with the win. Jeremy Berger, the runner up from last year's Wittenberg tournament, came into wrestle at 113 lbs. Jeremy was in control the entire match. Although he was unable to get the pin, Jeremy won with a final score of 15-4. With Berger cutting to 113, that left the 120 weight class all to Leo Weiner. Leo came in with his right foot forward and his hands up for his first start of the season. Leo has mastered the his double leg shot, and occasionally throws in a few of his own tricks by sweeping his opponents right off their feet. In the 126 lb. class, the Sting were represented by the fearless and ruthless Jonathan Weiner. Jon took on the third place winner from last year's tournament, Joshua Fischman, and won in a 4OT thriller. Sting captain Josh Shaw won easily in 36 seconds to put his shaky season back on track. At 145 lbs. Zach Smart showed up to the match ready to fight and showed us the true meaning of technique. Smart's everlasting stamina mixed with his spot on technique translates to his success on the mat. Wrestling at 160, freshmen Liav Garbuz really proved himself. Winning his first match of the season, this is Liav's turning point in the season, and we can't wait for Liav to tear it up in the upcoming Wittenberg tournament. After a 170 lbs. and 182 lbs. loss, Frisch forfeited three matches in a row at 195 lbs. 220 lbs. and 285 lbs. The final score was 55 - 24 in favor of your SAR Sting.
Sting Report
January 27th, 2014- Last night, the SAR boys wrestling team took on the Frisch Cougars in Paramus, NJ. Although Frisch is known for their top notch wrestling history, the Sting were not going to let that get in their head. With former Frisch captain and three time Wittenberg champion Zach Kahan leading the way, his SAR boys confidently onto the mat, and they came away with a victory. The match started off with a Frisch forfeit at the 106 lbs. matchup, leaving the 80 lb. Ori Feinberg with the win. Jeremy Berger, the runner up from last year's Wittenberg tournament, came into wrestle at 113 lbs. Jeremy was in control the entire match. Although he was unable to get the pin, Jeremy won with a final score of 15-4. With Berger cutting to 113, that left the 120 weight class all to Leo Weiner. Leo came in with his right foot forward and his hands up for his first start of the season. Leo has mastered the his double leg shot, and occasionally throws in a few of his own tricks by sweeping his opponents right off their feet. In the 126 lb. class, the Sting were represented by the fearless and ruthless Jonathan Weiner. Jon took on the third place winner from last year's tournament, Joshua Fischman, and won in a 4OT thriller. Sting captain Josh Shaw won easily in 36 seconds to put his shaky season back on track. At 145 lbs. Zach Smart showed up to the match ready to fight and showed us the true meaning of technique. Smart's everlasting stamina mixed with his spot on technique translates to his success on the mat. Wrestling at 160, freshmen Liav Garbuz really proved himself. Winning his first match of the season, this is Liav's turning point in the season, and we can't wait for Liav to tear it up in the upcoming Wittenberg tournament. After a 170 lbs. and 182 lbs. loss, Frisch forfeited three matches in a row at 195 lbs. 220 lbs. and 285 lbs. The final score was 55 - 24 in favor of your SAR Sting.
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Monday, January 20, 2014
Varsity Boys Hockey vs. Ramaz
Sting Fall to Ramaz; Season Comes Down to Matchup Against MTA
January 18th, 2014- In the second game of the Alan T. Brown Foundation doubleheader, Varsity Boys Hockey fell to Ramaz 4-2.
Much like Thursday night's SAR-Ramaz basketball game and the JV Boys Hockey game preceding it, the game was physical from the get-go.
In the first period, the Sting (Zach Ungar) and the Rams each had a goal. In the second period, thanks to some controversial calls, Ramaz added two more goals and appeared to be in control. However, that was short-lived, as junior Sam Schwalbe scored a third period goal to cut SAR's deficit to one.
Unfortunately, that was as close as they'd get, as Ramaz scored an empty netter with the clock winding down to seal the win.
Daniel Schub's three goals led Ramaz, who now sit at 7-5-0-2 (16 points). The Sting drop to 5-7-1 (11 points) and must beat MTA in an elimination game on January 28th to secure a playoff spot.
Sting Report
January 18th, 2014- In the second game of the Alan T. Brown Foundation doubleheader, Varsity Boys Hockey fell to Ramaz 4-2.
Much like Thursday night's SAR-Ramaz basketball game and the JV Boys Hockey game preceding it, the game was physical from the get-go.
In the first period, the Sting (Zach Ungar) and the Rams each had a goal. In the second period, thanks to some controversial calls, Ramaz added two more goals and appeared to be in control. However, that was short-lived, as junior Sam Schwalbe scored a third period goal to cut SAR's deficit to one.
Unfortunately, that was as close as they'd get, as Ramaz scored an empty netter with the clock winding down to seal the win.
Daniel Schub's three goals led Ramaz, who now sit at 7-5-0-2 (16 points). The Sting drop to 5-7-1 (11 points) and must beat MTA in an elimination game on January 28th to secure a playoff spot.
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JV Boys Hockey vs. Ramaz
Sting Earn Big Win Behind Teigman's Two Goals
January 18th, 2014- On Saturday night, JV Boys Hockey traveled to the Upper East Side to take on Ramaz in the opening game of the Alan T Brown Foundation doubleheader. Things didn't look so great for the Sting in the beginning, as Ramaz scored an early goal. However, shortly after that, Andrew Teigman put one in the net in the opening seconds of a Power Play. Ramaz then scored a second goal, ending the first period with a one-goal lead.
As the second period began, there were doubts about the outcome of the game. However, in the middle of the period, Teigman scored another Power Play goal to tie the game at 2.
In the third period, freshman superstar Solomon Frelich broke the tie with another Power Play goal, which gave the Sting their first lead of the game. SAR controlled the rest of the game, and were able to escape with the close win.
The Sting end their 7-3 season, and look to carry the momentum of this big win into the playoffs.
Sting Report
January 18th, 2014- On Saturday night, JV Boys Hockey traveled to the Upper East Side to take on Ramaz in the opening game of the Alan T Brown Foundation doubleheader. Things didn't look so great for the Sting in the beginning, as Ramaz scored an early goal. However, shortly after that, Andrew Teigman put one in the net in the opening seconds of a Power Play. Ramaz then scored a second goal, ending the first period with a one-goal lead.
As the second period began, there were doubts about the outcome of the game. However, in the middle of the period, Teigman scored another Power Play goal to tie the game at 2.
In the third period, freshman superstar Solomon Frelich broke the tie with another Power Play goal, which gave the Sting their first lead of the game. SAR controlled the rest of the game, and were able to escape with the close win.
The Sting end their 7-3 season, and look to carry the momentum of this big win into the playoffs.
Sting Report
Sunday, January 19, 2014
Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Bronx Science (Exhibition)
Sting roll past Bronx Science in Exhibition
January 18th, 2014- The SAR Sting wallopped Bronx Science in an exhibition game, 46-33. For the Sting, Sammy Marcus led the charge with 13 points. He was followed by Sammy Hyman who had 12, and Josh Shenwick, who had 10. Perhaps most important was Daniel Jonas’s 8 points, finally jumping out of the shooting funk he had been in over the last few games. The Sting jumped out to an 18 point lead at the half, and the game was never close. Bronx Science did not come within 10 points after the 1st quarter. Jared Frenkel got a rare start on the night, and brought energy and keyed ball movement that led to multiple easy baskets. The Sting have a big game against 2nd place Heschel Heat coming up Wednesday Night at SAR.
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Friday, January 17, 2014
Varsity Boys Basketball vs. Ramaz
Cappell's Last Second Trey Gives Ramaz the Win
January 16th, 2014- Whenever SAR takes on Ramaz in basketball, the game is sure to be hard-fought and physical. This game was no exception, as Ramaz eked out a 45-44 win against the Sting.
In the first quarter, points were hard to come by. The teams were tied at 5 with 5:30 remaining in the quarter, but each team managed only two points for the rest of the quarter. In the second quarter, the Rams, led by Aaron Cohen, went on a mini-run to go up 24-18 at the half.
SAR was not intimidated by their halftime deficit, and went on a 13-4 run in the third quarter to give them a 31-28 lead. The Sting continued their momentum into the fourth quarter, and led by a many as six points.
But as time was running out, Ramaz proved why they are one of the league's elite teams. The Rams never let SAR's lead get out of hand, and they headed into the final possession of the game down just 44-42. The Rams wanted the ball in sharpshooter Jamie Cappell's hands, and that's what happened. Cappell, who had been held in check for most of the game, delivered a huge three-pointer with 0.2 seconds left on the clock to give Ramaz the win and the Western Division title.
Point guard Sammy Hyman played a phenomenal game for the Sting, leading the team with 18 points. Sammy Marcus scored nine points and had an insane seven offensive rebounds, and Zach Wohlberg scored nine as well for the Sting.
Despite the loss, SAR put on an impressive showing, and still look like a team primed for a deep playoff run. Their next game is this Wednesday, January 22nd, at home against Heschel.
Sting Report
January 16th, 2014- Whenever SAR takes on Ramaz in basketball, the game is sure to be hard-fought and physical. This game was no exception, as Ramaz eked out a 45-44 win against the Sting.
In the first quarter, points were hard to come by. The teams were tied at 5 with 5:30 remaining in the quarter, but each team managed only two points for the rest of the quarter. In the second quarter, the Rams, led by Aaron Cohen, went on a mini-run to go up 24-18 at the half.
SAR was not intimidated by their halftime deficit, and went on a 13-4 run in the third quarter to give them a 31-28 lead. The Sting continued their momentum into the fourth quarter, and led by a many as six points.
But as time was running out, Ramaz proved why they are one of the league's elite teams. The Rams never let SAR's lead get out of hand, and they headed into the final possession of the game down just 44-42. The Rams wanted the ball in sharpshooter Jamie Cappell's hands, and that's what happened. Cappell, who had been held in check for most of the game, delivered a huge three-pointer with 0.2 seconds left on the clock to give Ramaz the win and the Western Division title.
Point guard Sammy Hyman played a phenomenal game for the Sting, leading the team with 18 points. Sammy Marcus scored nine points and had an insane seven offensive rebounds, and Zach Wohlberg scored nine as well for the Sting.
Despite the loss, SAR put on an impressive showing, and still look like a team primed for a deep playoff run. Their next game is this Wednesday, January 22nd, at home against Heschel.
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JV Boys Basketball vs. RAMAZ
January 16th, 2014- SAR JV Boys Basketball defeated Ramaz, 38-23, raising its record to 8-0 and capturing a division championship. Up 20-15 at the half, SAR held Ramaz to only 8 second half points, including an impressive 3 in the 4th quarter. Behind a press defense, SAR raised the intensity another notch when it mattered most. Rafi Kubersky led the Sting in scoring with 14 and Ariel Smith played a near flawless game with a combination of stellar defense and terrific passing. Players off the bench brought tremendous energy and passion to the game. And Eitan Hain sealed the game with clutch free throws, to go along with two 3-pointers. Up next for SAR is a home game against Westchester Hebrew High School on 1/23.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
JV Boys Basketball vs. HESCHEL
Big Second Half Carries Sting to Victory
January 13th, 2014- The JV boys basketball team defeated Heschel, 44-33, in an important game with division championship ramifications, elevating SAR's record to 7-0. Despite falling behind 17-7 midway through the third, the Sting's comeback spirit never waned and SAR was tied at the half with the Heat, 21-21. In the third quarter, the good times kept rolling as SAR went on a 16-0 blitz to finish the third. The 30-4 run put the game out of contention in the 4th and SAR held on. Led by the scoring of Ariel Smith, Rafi Kubersky, and Dovie Marcus, and stellar all-around play by all of their teammates, SAR looked its best when it mattered most.
Sting Report
January 13th, 2014- The JV boys basketball team defeated Heschel, 44-33, in an important game with division championship ramifications, elevating SAR's record to 7-0. Despite falling behind 17-7 midway through the third, the Sting's comeback spirit never waned and SAR was tied at the half with the Heat, 21-21. In the third quarter, the good times kept rolling as SAR went on a 16-0 blitz to finish the third. The 30-4 run put the game out of contention in the 4th and SAR held on. Led by the scoring of Ariel Smith, Rafi Kubersky, and Dovie Marcus, and stellar all-around play by all of their teammates, SAR looked its best when it mattered most.
Sting Report
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Varsity Girls Volleyball vs. Bruriah
Sting Come Out On Top In Seniors' Final Home Game
January 7th, 2014- Varsity Girls Volleyball defeated Bruriah High School on Tuesday night by a score of 25-20, 25-13, 25-15. This game was the final home game for the seven seniors- Denna Woloshin, Rachel Weintraub, Ariana Shimoff, Rebecca Klestzick, Noa Stein, Laura Smerling, and Ruby Toledo, and Coach Gryzlo could not have been happier with how it went down. As Gryzlo put it, "Everyone contributed to the wonderful win", with no one player standing out. Unlike some sports, it's nearly impossible for a single player to win a game of volleyball for their team. Teamwork is of utmost importance, and the Sting's performance on Tuesday bodes well for them as the season progresses.
Once again, congratulations to all the seniors, and thank you for all the time and energy you invested to help out your teammates!
The team now stands at 4-3. Their next game is on January 16th at Ramaz.
Sting Report
January 7th, 2014- Varsity Girls Volleyball defeated Bruriah High School on Tuesday night by a score of 25-20, 25-13, 25-15. This game was the final home game for the seven seniors- Denna Woloshin, Rachel Weintraub, Ariana Shimoff, Rebecca Klestzick, Noa Stein, Laura Smerling, and Ruby Toledo, and Coach Gryzlo could not have been happier with how it went down. As Gryzlo put it, "Everyone contributed to the wonderful win", with no one player standing out. Unlike some sports, it's nearly impossible for a single player to win a game of volleyball for their team. Teamwork is of utmost importance, and the Sting's performance on Tuesday bodes well for them as the season progresses.
Once again, congratulations to all the seniors, and thank you for all the time and energy you invested to help out your teammates!
The team now stands at 4-3. Their next game is on January 16th at Ramaz.
Sting Report
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Varsity Boys Basketball vs. MTA
Sting Play Spoiler Role
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JV Boys Basketball vs. MTA
Sting Sharp Following Winter Break
January 6th, 2014- In its first game back since winter break, SAR JV Boys Basketball defeated MTA, 41-38, at the YU gym. Though it led for most of the game, SAR was never able to break away with a large lead and MTA kept chipping back. Led by Rafi Kubersky's 13 points, including all 8 of the team's points in the 3rd quarter, SAR saw an 11-point halftime lead dissipate. However, in the fourth, the Sting put the defensive clamps on the Lions in the final minutes and Eitan Hain hit two very clutch free throws on a one and one, widening the one point lead to three with only a few ticks left on the clock. Dovie Marcus scored 8, including two 3-pointers in the first quarter to get the SAR offense going.
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Varsity Girls Basketball vs. Hillel
Shorthanded Lady Sting Hold On to Beat Hillel
January 5th, 2014- Down two starters and facing a solid Hillel team, SAR Varsity Girls Basketball knew that Sunday's game would present a challenge. The Lady Sting were up for it, and came away with a 28-24 victory.
SAR took an early 6-0 lead thanks to sophomore Leah Shulman's clutch free-throw shooting. However, Hillel was able to keep it close for the rest of the half, and went to the locker room trailing only by four.
During the third quarter, a combination of a cold streak of Hillel shots and strong inside play from junior Rebecca Packer helped give the Lady Sting a seemingly comfortable 25-18 with one quarter to play.
However, this game was far from over. In the early stages of the fourth quarter, Hillel's shots were falling, SAR's were not, and all of the sudden, SAR's lead shrank to 27-24 with the game winding down.
Hillel had opportunities to tie the game or cut the deficit to one, but were unable to capitalize. With just over a minute to play, sophomore Dahlia Fischer was fouled, and hit what proved to be the game-clinching free throw.
While not their best game overall, the Lady Sting were admirably able to overcome the absences of seniors Ali Trachtenberg and Sara Waxman, as well as junior Lilly Scherban, to improve to 6-2 on the season. While there are still some big games left to be played, the Lady Sting are currently in great position to clinch a home playoff game.
Their next game is this Thursday (1/9) at home against Ma'ayanot.
Sting Report
January 5th, 2014- Down two starters and facing a solid Hillel team, SAR Varsity Girls Basketball knew that Sunday's game would present a challenge. The Lady Sting were up for it, and came away with a 28-24 victory.
SAR took an early 6-0 lead thanks to sophomore Leah Shulman's clutch free-throw shooting. However, Hillel was able to keep it close for the rest of the half, and went to the locker room trailing only by four.
During the third quarter, a combination of a cold streak of Hillel shots and strong inside play from junior Rebecca Packer helped give the Lady Sting a seemingly comfortable 25-18 with one quarter to play.
However, this game was far from over. In the early stages of the fourth quarter, Hillel's shots were falling, SAR's were not, and all of the sudden, SAR's lead shrank to 27-24 with the game winding down.
Hillel had opportunities to tie the game or cut the deficit to one, but were unable to capitalize. With just over a minute to play, sophomore Dahlia Fischer was fouled, and hit what proved to be the game-clinching free throw.
While not their best game overall, the Lady Sting were admirably able to overcome the absences of seniors Ali Trachtenberg and Sara Waxman, as well as junior Lilly Scherban, to improve to 6-2 on the season. While there are still some big games left to be played, the Lady Sting are currently in great position to clinch a home playoff game.
Their next game is this Thursday (1/9) at home against Ma'ayanot.
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