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Skate To Hockey League Playoffs
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In the 1975-76 Hockey Season, Fordham Prep saw its team, in
only its third year of existence, become a first place contender in
the Catholic High School Hockey League. *
In mid-September, as the club started its off-ice training, the players
worked hard because they felt they had a winning team. Hard
work combined with enormous enthusiasm soon yielded a 1 1-5-1
record. The turning point of the season came when the team tied
lona 4-4 in their third game. This was the Prep's best showing
against an established team and gave them the badly needed confidence
they sought.
With a new zest of confidence and led by the high scoring line
of Sean Moran, Tony Riocci, and Charlie Granda, Fordham sped to
the top to stay in a constant battle with All Hallows for first place.
The highlight of the season occurred when Fordham avenged an
8-1 loss to Spellman at the Nassau Coliseum by beating them
soundly 7-0. In this game a total team effort, along with the standup
goal tending of Paul Kopera, gave Fordham its third shutout in
seven games. Bill Andrews gave the team its first two shutouts in
decisive fashion against St. Raymonds and Dubios.
Fordham proved itself to the league as it gave city champion
Cardinal Hayes its most evenly matched game in at least three years
of competition. Fordham demonstrated that they weren't a "Cinderella"
team but a true winner. Led by the aggressive play of
alternate captain Ken DeLasho and the hard hitting of Joe Scilufo
and Mike Boyle, Fordham threatened Hayes' unbeaten record. Scoring
three goals in the third period, Fordham lost a tough game 7-4.
Under the guidance of Coach Abbatini and Moderator Fr. Jordan,
the team completed its first highly successful season. As the RAM-
KIN goes to press, the Prep could possibly have a city-championship
on its hands. With the young depth of players like Sophomores
Steve Bassetti, Tom Monahan, and Steve Mauro, along with Freshmen
Chris Grace and Billy Mclntyre. the team will have plenty of
talent for years to come.
Charlie Granda faces off against opponent
John Murphy tangles with rival player for puck