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Fairfield Scores And Standings: Jan. 25
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will make his second book-signing appearance at the new Fairfield University Bookstore in downtown Fairfield, 1499 Post Road on Saturday from 2-4 p.m.
His new book, Hoops in Connecticut: The Nutmeg State's Passion for Basketball, published by The History Press, will be available for purchase. A press release and a jpg of the cover are attached for your perusal.
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The book is a compact history of basketball in the state of Connecticut, covering outstanding high school teams, college teams and the 33 state natives who have played in the NBA. There are interviews with many of the game's luminaries -- from Naismith Basketball Hall-of-Famer Calvin Murphy (Norwalk) to former NBA stars Charles Smith, Vin Baker, John Bagley, Wes Matthews and the late John Williamson, from former Harlem Globetrotter Alvin Clinkscales to Johnny Egan, Chris Smith, Chuck Aleksinas, Tony Hanson, Ed Goldstone and the inimitable Frank "Porky" Vieira.
Several coaches are featured: The late Fred Barakat of Fairfield University, Dave Bike of Sacred Heart, Dee Rowe, Joe Vancisin, Bill Detrick, Frank Crisafi and Harrison Taylor.
From an area standpoint, there is a strong emphasis on Fairfield University, Sacred Heart University; Roger Ludlowe High School's 1954-55 New England championship team, Bassick High of Bridgeport's undefeated 1988-89 state championship team, and the myriad athletes and coaches who emerged from the Bridgeport playgrounds -- Messrs. Vieira, Vancisin, Taylor, the two Smiths, Matthews, Walter Luckett, Clinkscales, Bagley, et al.
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There are more than 90 images, including a color photo of UConn's 2010-11 NCAA championship team visiting President Obama at the White House.
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scored 14 points and grabbed 14 rebounds as the Fairfield Prep basketball team defeated Hamden 74-45 on Tuesday.
Tarpey also handed out eight assists for the Jesuits, who posted their fourth straight win to improve to 10-2.
Tim Butala added 16 points for Fairfield Prep while Michael Boateng had 12 points for the Green Dragons (6-5).
The Jesuits built a 16-6 lead after the first quarter, then saw Hamden oull within 29-23 at the intermission.
But the Jesuits put away the contest with a 21-8 burst in the third quarter, then outscored Hamden 24-14 in the final period.
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Earl Coleman converted a three-point play with under five seconds remaining, giving the Notre Dame of Fairfield boys basketball team a 59-56 victory over Newtown.
Arkel Miles had 18 points and 11 rebounds for the Lancers, who won their third straight game to improve to 8-4.
Coleman added 12 points for Notre Dame, which built a 20-10 lead after the first quarter and led 30-24 at the half.
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Fairfield Prep hockey player Matthew Brophy and wrestler Thomas Voreyer have been recognized as SportsCenter of Connecticut/Southern Connecticut Conference scholar athletes for the month of December.
A two-sport (ice hockey and lacrosse) standout for the Jesuits, Brophy has been an outstanding performer in the classroom with a 3.68 grade-point average and advanced placement courseload.
A member of the National Honor Society, Brophy is a peer Tutor and has participated in Prep’s urban plunge, a three-day urban immersion service program. On the ice, he is serving as captain of the Jesuits this winter.
“Matt is an exceptional student and well-rounded athlete and has emerged as a trustworthy leader and inspirational voice for his teammates," Jesuits hockey coach Matt Sather said.
The captain of the Jesuits’ wrestling squad, Voreyer has been a standout in the classroom with an advance course load of studies and an impressive 3.6 grade-point average.
A member of the National Honor Society, Voreyer is a peer tutor and member of Prep’s select choir, political awareness and debate clubs. He is a four-year varsity wrestling letter winner.
“Through his hard work, determination and focus, Tom consistently leads by example in all categories that make up the mold of a scholar athlete," Prep assistant wrestling coach Corey Dennis said.
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The FCIAC cheerleading and partner stunt championships will take place at 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Fairfield Ludlowe High School.
There will be 17 schools from the conference competing. The ticket prices are $5 for students and $7 for adults.
The event includes routines performed by full cheerleading teams from the FCIAC along with teams in the Partner Stunt competition.
The event moves to Fairfield Ludlowe after taking place at the Zeoli Field House in Wilton for the past four years.
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The Bridgeport Sound Tigers, members of the Sound Tigers Booster Club and Special Olympics Connecticut are teaming up to hold the second annual Special Olympics Floor Hockey Invitational.
The event will give Special Olympics athletes who are floor hockey players from the Trumbull Tigers, Hamden New Haven Nighthawks, Mighty Ducks and Norwalk Green Machine Special Olympics teams the chance to hone their skills and face off with each other.
Fairfield University is graciously providing a venue at no cost. It will take place on Saturday, Feb. 18 from 8:30am to 1pm at The Leslie C. Quick Jr. Recreation Complex (Field House).
Those interested in learning more about Special Olympics and its floor hockey program or just want to come and cheer on the athletes are invited to attend. To find out more, please contact Special Olympics at 203-380-9990, ext. 604 or jaya@soct.org.
Members of the Bridgeport Sound Tigers Hockey Team and “Storm” are scheduled to appear to provide encouragement, sign autographs and take photos with the Special Olympics athletes.
Sound Tigers Booster Club members will provide volunteer support and are donating medals for the competition. As this is a Special Olympics-sanctioned event, play and equipment used will abide by the rules and guidelines set forth by the organization and qualified refs will officiate.
About 60 Special Olympics athletes who are currently enrolled in floor hockey training will participate. This invitational provides an additional opportunity for the teams to practice their skills and plays prior to competing in Special Olympics’ Winter Games Floor Hockey competitions to be held in East Hartford during the weekend of March 3-4.
The Sound Tigers will also host their “Special Olympics Connecticut Night with the Sound Tigers” at the Webster Bank Arena that night; as the Sound Tigers take on the Adirondack Phantoms. To purchase tickets go to www.soundtigers.com/ticket/group/2 and use the source code: SOCT or call 203-380-9990, ext. 604.
TUESDAY'S RESULTS
Boys basketball
Fairfield Prep 74, Hamden 45
Fairfield Ludlowe 44, Farirfield Warde 43
Notre Dame-Fairfield 59, Newtown 56
Girls basketball
Fairfield Warde 46, Fairfield Ludlowe 43
Newtown 69, Notre Dame-Fairfield 36
Girls hockey
Staples-Trumbull at Fairfield Ludlowe
Boys swimming
Fairfield Prep 108, Notre Dame-West Haven 73
WEDNESDAY'S SCHEDULE
Boys hockey
Fairfield at Trumbull, 7:30 p.m., Shelton Rinks
Wrestling
Ridgefield at Fairfield Ludlowe, 6 p.m.
Danbury at Fairfield Warde, 6:30 p.m.
Cheshire at Fairfield Prep, 4 p.m.
STANDINGS
BOYS BASKETBALL
West Division
FCIAC Record
Overall Record
Greenwich 7-3 9-3 Bridgeport Central 7-3 7-3 Danbury 6-3 8-3 Westhill 6-3 7-4 Staples 5-4 6-5 Trumbull 5-4 6-5Central Division
FCIAC Record
Overall Record
Ridgefield 8-1 10-1 Norwalk 5-5 7-5 Stamford 4-5 5-6 Fairfield Ludlowe 2-7 2-9 McMahon 1-9 1-11 Harding 1-9 2-10East Division
FCIAC Record
Overall Record
St. Joseph 9-0 11-0 Trinity Catholic 8-2 9-3 Bassick 7-2 9-2 Fairfield-Warde 3-6 5-6 Wilton 3-6 5-6 Darien 1-9 2-10 New Canaan 0-9 1-10GIRLS BASKETBALL
West Division
FCIAC Record
Overall Record Danbury 11-0 13-0 Trumbull 10-1 12-1 Staples 7-4 8-5 Westhill 7-4 8-5 Greenwich 2-9 2-10 Bridgeport Central 1-10 2-11Central Division
Stamford 7-3 7-5 Norwalk 6-5 8-5 Fairfield Ludlowe 4-7 5-8 Ridgefield 4-7 4-9 McMahon 3-9 3-11 Harding 1-11 3-11East Division
St. Joseph 10-2 12-2 Wilton 9-2 9-3 Trinity Catholic 7-5 8-6 Darien 6-5 7-6 New Canaan 6-5 8-5 Fairfield Warde 6-5 8-5 Bassick 0-12 0-13BOYS HOCKEY
Girls Hockey
Teams FCIAC Record FCIAC Pts Overall Record New Canaan 6-0 12 11-0 Ridgefield 6-1 12 9-3 Darien 5-1 10 7-2 Greenwich 4-3 8 5-4-1 Wilton 3-4 6 3-5-1 Fairfield 2-5 4 3-6 Trumbull-Staples 1-6 2 3-7 Stamford 0-6 0 1-6
