

A winning mentality
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor “Winning a state championship is what dreams are made of and the most surreal feeling,” St. Mary’s soccer player Brooke Sullivan. It seems whatever sport Brooke Sullivan plays she wins. She has been part of a St. Mary’s soccer team that has won the Monsignor Martin title numerous times, and she was part of the St. Mary’s lacrosse squad that pulled the big upset when they defeated Nichols for the title two years ago. Winning the State title
Nov 17


Starpoint's Casero battles back from injury
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor It’s never easy coming back from injury, especially a major one. But, that’s what Starpoint High School sophomore soccer player Avery Casero had to deal with. After only appearing in one game her freshman season, Casero knew she had a long road back. Dealing with a major injury just isn’t physical, but mental, as well. The long hours of rehab can take a toll on anyone. With the injury Casero lost that confidence she once had. She needed tim
Nov 13


Sikorski does the dirty work for Frontier
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor Frontier High School senior soccer player Paige Sikorski might not be counted on to score goals during the season, but her job is much more important than that. Sikorski is counted on to do all the dirty work in the middle of the pitch. She is counted on to hold up play, and win the ball, to get her team back on the offensive. She must be doing her job right as Frontier heads into the playoffs at 13-2-1 overall, It’s her play in the midfiel
Oct 22


McCormick's postive attitude gets her through
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor She knew when it happened, but was still hoping it was a bad dream. When Williamsville South High...
Oct 9


Cummins one of the best at her position for Lancaster
By Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor When you are a younger player on a team you are just looking to fit in. You hope you get playing...
Oct 8


Franks carving out her own legacy
By Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor Girls flag football is still a new sport at the high school levl, but these young ladies are already...
Sep 10


Colosimo getting the most out of her career
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor As the high school soccer season gets underway, this is just the start of the athletic season for...
Sep 9


Breaking records; reaching milestones
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor It has been a pretty good year for North Tonawanda High School junior softball player Addison...
Jun 30


Chasing down the competition
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor It has been quite the year for Frontier High School’s Lillie Bogdan. Not only did she commit to run...
Jun 26


On the run: McCarthy excels from the start
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor Photos: Geoff Schneider @gmphoto You step up to the line and all you can hear is your thoughts. You...
Jun 2


Catching on: Sheehan puts in the work
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor It’s the toughest position on the field, and one of the most physical. Being a catcher is not an easy...
Apr 16


Robertson continues to grow her game at West
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor Photos: Geoff Schneider @gmsphotowny Reaching milestones is what makes sports exciting. Everyone...
Apr 9


Oh Captain my Captain
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor Photos: Geoff Schneider It’s a privilege that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Being named a captain at...
Apr 2


Prospecting talent
by Matthew Ondesko, Managing Editor Photos: WNY Prospects There was a time when a player would finish his high school baseball season and...
Mar 18


South's Marranca commits to Iona
by Matthew Ondesko, Managing Editor It’s always a joyous time when a player is able to see all their hard work come to fruition. Signing...
Mar 11


Ford ready to take her game to the next level
by Matthew Ondesko: Managing Editor Former Pittsburgh Pirates utility player Benny DiStefano was the last left-handed catcher in the...
Feb 25


Dedication, hardwork, pays off for Malush
by Matthew Ondesko, Managing Editor There is no substitution for hard work. Natalie Malush knew she always wanted to play lacrosse at the...
Feb 10


Flag football initiative launched in middle school
In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Day, the Buffalo Bills are excited to announce that the Ralph C. Wilson, Jr....
Feb 5


Springville looks to get over the hump
by Matthew Ondesko, Managing Editor It’s another blustery January day in Springville, and the Springville girls’ basketball team is in...
Feb 1


Pignone shows off her leadership skills
by Matthew Ondesko, Managing Editor When Ashlyn Pignone stepped on the softball diamond her freshman year she didn't know what to expect....
Jan 29





