Two coaching legends at St. John’s Prep, Astoria (formerly Mater Christi H.S.), will live forever in the school’s gymnasium. On Nov. 24, the school hosted a court-naming ceremony during the boys’ varsity basketball game to honor longtime coaches Jim Gatto and the late Ed Flood — both of whom dedicated their lives to the school’s community. Former student-athletes, teachers, administrators, and family members returned to celebrate these two coaching titans.
Holy Cross H.S., Flushing, held its Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Nov. 16 to honor a group of individuals who have made their old stomping grounds very proud.
As National Breast Cancer Awareness Month winds down, St. Edmund Prep H.S., Sheepshead Bay, has once again rallied for the cause through a monthlong series of events to raise awareness and funds.
Given the rich history and tradition of hoops in the five boroughs, basketball is undeniably New York City’s game.
St. Edmund Prep H.S., Sheepshead Bay, has installed a new gymnasium floor to further enhance the student-athlete experience at the South Brooklyn school.
Longtime basketball coach Barry “Slice” Rohrssen reflects on his life of service, shaped by his Catholic faith and dedication to mentoring young players.
Most high schoolers spend their summer vacation in New York City at the beach, hanging out with friends, and playing way too many video games.
When we think of a hall of fame, typically it’s reserved for athletes who were the cream of the crop in their respective sports who are being honored for their greatness years after their playing careers have finished.
After another competitive season of CHSAA baseball and softball action, here’s a look at The Tablet’s 2024 All-Star teams in both sports. Special thanks to the league’s coaches for providing nominations.
Since it likely will still be a while until a professional baseball team brings a championship back to Queens, we can at least rely on our local high school teams to shine on the biggest stage. Archbishop Molloy H.S., Briarwood, and St. John’s Prep, Astoria, each won their respective varsity baseball league championships. The Stanners took home the CHSAA ‘AA’ state title, while the Red Storm captured the ‘A’ city championship.
