Berlin High School senior, Matt Berish, has joined an elite fraternity of college bound athletes from around the country. Matt was recently chosen to participate in Coast to Coast Baseball’s Florida showcase event being held this December. With a combination of excellent coaching, outstanding competition and unparalleled education, Coast to Coast Baseball prepares the nation’s top amateur players for success at the collegiate and professional level.
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Sports Outdoors
Grafton Man Earns Promotion
submitted by Bob Fish
Timothy Etman from Grafton was recently promoted to 4th Degree Black Belt in a ceremony held at the Stephentown Town Hall. Etman’s rank is recognized by the following organization: John Izzo’s Okinawan Karate, Stephentown Self Defense Systems and Green Island Academy of Martial Arts. On behalf of the instructors and students of these organizations we wish to congratulate Mr. Etman on his achievement.
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Panther Boys Soccer Has High Hopes For The Season
by Julie Luciano
The Hoosick Falls Varsity Boys soccer team ended last season with a loss at the Sectional Semifinals, and the team is very sure that that is not how it will be ending this year. With the new additions to the team and some position rearrangement, Coach Josh Meyer is expecting a better outcome. “We lost some great seniors last year, but the new boys are great; they are more than capable of filling in the holes. Everyone on the team is versatile it’s great.” [Read more…] about Panther Boys Soccer Has High Hopes For The Season
The 2010 Lady Panthers Are At It Again
by Julie Luciano
Hoping for back to back league championships the girls came out strong competing against Maple Hill and Lansingburgh in two scrimmages played on their home pitch on September 7. They tied the first game 2-2 with a goal from Meaghan McKee and another quick goal from a new addition to the team, Emma Frickie. In their second game of the day they started strong and ended strong winning 2-0. Seventh-grader Jordyn Hanes and tenth-grader Grace Delurey each added one assist and one goal.
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Petersburgh Turkey Shoot
It’s time to win that turkey again this year! The Petersburgh Rod and Gun Club will be holding its Fall Turkey Shoot on
September 26 and October 3, rain date October 10, at 12 noon at the Clubhouse on Scriven Road. Spend an exciting afternoon with your family. Hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage and peppers, homemade pies, popcorn and beverages are just a few of the items we offer. We are continuing with our Summer 50/50 which has been growing all summer. Raffles will also be offered. Remember, shotguns and .22 rifles only – no 10 gauge shotguns. Questions? Call 283-4890. Hope to see you there.
Hunter Safety Course
The Petersburgh Rod and Gun Club is offering a Hunter Safety Course on October 8 (evening) and October 9. You must attend both sessions. Now is your chance to become eligible for your hunting license this Fall. Please call Marvin at 283-4248 before 9 pm to sign up. Only the first 20 people will be accepted.
GLSP September Calendar
17-Friday, Star Watch at 7:30 pm at Main Lot. Enjoy a guided tour of the night sky with Albany Area Astronomers Association. Telescopes provided. Rain date: Saturday, 9/18.
18–Saturday, American Littoral Society Shoreline Cleanup at 10 am. Join thousands of people around the world all cleaning up freshwater and marine shorelines. Pre-registration requested.
18-Saturday, Empire Orienteering Meet at 10 am. Courses for all levels of experience. Compete on your own or with a group. For more information, contact Pat Dunlavey of Empire Orienteering Club at 413)458-9273.
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Are You Ready For Some Football?
Friday Night Under The Lights
by Bea Peterson
The HFCS Football Season begins Friday, September 3, at 7 pm at home against Corinth. The new bleachers and press box are in place. There is a classy white fence trimming the field. The food bar, a fairly recent addition, is set to go. The only hang up may be the weather. It will be in the 80s until the sun goes down, and there is a possibility of rain. Fans will just have to wait and see.
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Petersburgh-Berlin Scout Troop #222 Builds Trail Kiosk For Cherry Plain State Park
submitted by Elizabeth Wagner
Since April, local Scout Troop #222 has worked during its weekly meetings on the construction of a beautiful trail kiosk for Cherry Plain State Park. On Monday, August 24, the kiosk was officially installed at the trail head of the charcoal kiln trail, which also leads into the expansive Capital District Wildlife Management Area’s (CDWMA) trail system.
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HFCS Golf Team Wins First Two Matches
by Bea Peterson
Hoosick Falls Central School Golf Coach Pam Hatfield is pleased that her team is doing so well at the start of the season. On Tuesday, August 31, they golfed against Hoosic Valley on their home course, the Battenkill Country Club. In the match play HF’s Jordan Colvin was even with HV’s Kevin White. HF’s Kealan Hitt was 1 up on HV’s Frank Acker. HF’s Todd Rogers, 2-1 over HV’s Matt Espey. HF’s James Lynch was 3-1 against HV’s Ryan Heslin. HF’s Mitchell Andrew was 4-3 over HV’s John Houston. The victory belonged to Hoosick Falls, 3½ to ½.
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