February 2016 - La Salle Academy

Cardinal Basketball Semi-final Results!

February 29, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

LaSalle’s Varsity Basketball team fell in the semi-finals on Sunday to Sacred Heart 60-51 at Holy Cross High School in Queens.

A tight contest throughout, the Cardinals held a 3 point lead at halftime and the game was tied entering the final quarter. The Cardinals were unable to finish this game out, eventually falling by 9 points.

Isaiah Allen-Smith, playing his most complete game of the season, led the Cardinals with 21 points and 8 rebounds. Bryce Council added 8 points.

While a disappointing conclusion to the Varsity Basketball season, the 2016 team was able to win the B Division Regular Season with one of the better records (16-6) in the last 10 years.

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La Salle Boys Travel to NOLA!

February 29, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

The French club at La Salle took advantage of their mid-winter recess and took a La Salle in the City trip to New Orleans, Louisiana. Veteran guidance officer Beverly Fields takes the French Club there every year for the last two years, and they have a fabulous time. The boys experienced the NOLA culture by eating food, taking tours, and hearing music. This is just one of many trips the La Salle young men take throughout the year to experience hands-on learning. Check out some of the pictures taken on the trip!

February 23, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

We’ve got some great events coming up for you and the whole La Salle community. I hope we’ll see you there!

Our first annual memorial mass coming up this weekend so RSVP now. We’ll remember alumni with a service at 1:30 pm at Holy Redeemer Church at 173 3rd Street and then come together for an early dinner at the William C. McKeown ’59 Alumni Center, 44 East 2nd Street.

Can’t make it on Sunday? Then join us at the St. Patrick’s Day brunch and march with La Salle students and faculty in the Parade!

The brunch will be held from 10:00 am to noon on March 17, at the New York City office of Avison Young at 1166 6th Avenue on the 15th floor. You are also welcome to join La Salle’s entire student body and faculty as we march in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. La Salle’s parade participants will meet at 1:45 p.m. on West 46th Street between 5th and 6th avenue. You are welcome to attend either gathering, depending on your plans for the day. P.S. Please RSVP by March 11th to Zenaida Sonberg at 212-475-8940 x205, or e-mail at [email protected].

We hope to see you soon!

LSA Celebrates Black History Month Mass at St. Pat’s

February 22, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

La Salle Academy participated in the Black History Month Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on Sunday, February 7^th. More than 20 La Salle students and their families attended the Mass that was celebrated by Timothy Cardinal Dolan.

Pictured from left are four of our students—Jayden McCoy, David Goudet Turner, Rohan Tucker and Joseph Palaguachi—who brought up the offertory gifts. This photo was pictured in this week’s edition of Catholic New York.

Freshmen Cardinals Win the City Championship!

February 21, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

Today the Cardinals defeated Regis 46-44 to win the CHAMPIONSHIP! The Cardinals came out with a strong effort and jumped out early with a 13 point lead. Regis battled back and tied the game with 10 second left in the 4th quarter. Josiah and Jimmy executed a pick and roll to score the game winning bucket with 2 seconds left on the clock. It was a hard fought back and forth game with the Cardinals coming out on top. The Cardinals were lead by Josiah Chandler (15 points 7 assist) and Jimmy Romero (16 points 16 rebounds). This win was a total team effort and the first Freshman Championship since 1964.

La Salle’s JV Team Advances to City Semi-Finals

February 17, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

La Salle’s JV team advanced to City Semi-Finals with a 57-42 victory over St. John’s Prep on Tuesday afternoon. Led by Nathaniel Kramer (19 points) and Kamau Oliver (12 points), the Cardinals led the entire game with stout defense, earning an early lead that held up through all four quarters.

JV advances to the semi-finals on Thursday vs. Moore Catholic. The game will be played at Sacred Heart at 5:00 pm.

Senior Basketball Night!

February 11, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

On Tuesday’s Senior Night, Traigan James had a game-high 25 points, as LaSalle Academy clinched first place in the CHSAA B Division with a 77-57 win over St. John’s Prep on Tuesday. St. John’s Prep opened the game on a 7-2 run before LaSalle countered with an 8-0 run led by J’nie Williams (16 points) en route to a 23-16 lead at the end of the first. LaSalle blew the game open in the second, outscoring St. John’s Prep 28-8 behind Bryce Council, Korey Williams and James, who combined for 26 second-quarter points. Korey Williams had 14 points and Council had 12 points for LaSalle, who finished the CHSAA regular season with a league record of 9-2 clinching the school’s first regular season Division title in over ten years.

Check out this video clip of the game!

Check out this article about the game!

Career Day

February 9, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

Attention all alumni! Share your career experience with one or more classes at La Salle Academy’s upcoming Career Day! Feel free to stay all or part of the day. A light breakfast and hot lunch will be served for all participants.

When: March 18, 9:00AM to 2:15PM

If interested, please contact Ann Straub at 212-475-8940 ext. 376 or [email protected].

La Salle’s Big Basketball Weekend!

February 9, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

Alumni Basketball Night

La Salle hosted Alumni Basketball Night on Friday, February 5th for the triple header game against Regis High School. All three teams played tremendously with freshmen and JV losing only by one point in overtime games. In the finale of an exciting night of basketball, La Salle’s Varsity basketball team defeated Regis 54-45 on Friday night. The gym was packed with fans including many La Salle alumni from all different years. The 2004 City Championship team was honored with a special presentation and gifts during halftime of the senior game. Check out the pictures below to see what a great night is was!

JV vs. Lab High School

On Monday, La Salle’s JV basketball (13-8,6-4) beats Lab HS for a 52-41 non-league game win. The Cardinals gave it a total team effort to pull off the win after starting the 1st quarter flat. The team was lead by Timothy Leong (13 points 5 steals 3 assist) followed by Chad Vickers (11 points 6 rebounds).

Don’t miss tonight’s Senior Basketball Night! JV and Varsity play Saint John’s Prep at home!

Brother Thomas Scanlan, FSC, receives ACCU’s Hesburgh Award

February 4, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

Brother Thomas Scanlan, FSC, a member of the Board of Trustees at La Salle Academy, recently received the prestigious Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., Award from the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU). Brother Thomas was the president of Manhattan College from 1987 to 2009.

Named in honor of the influential former Notre Dame President, the award is typically given to a former college president who has made outstanding contributions to Catholic higher education through service and academic work.

As Manhattan College’s 18th president, Brother Thomas helped the College increase its enrollment by 120 percent with a 100-point increase in SAT scores, while achieving accreditations by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC).

Before his time at Manhattan College, Brother Thomas served as vice chancellor and chief executive officer at Bethlehem University in Palestine.

Watch a video showcasing Brother Thomas’ transformative work at Manhattan College.

Cardinal Basketball Results!

February 3, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

Varsity Cardinal Update:

LaSalle’s Varsity (14-3, 7-1) scored a big league win on Monday night over Salesian 69-55. Trailing by 5 points at halftime, the Cardinals played great defense in the 2nd half, used a 18-8 3rd quarter run to gain control and were able to avenge their only league loss from two weeks ago.

LaSalle’s Varsity team lost at home on Tuesday night to Sacred Heart 75-66. Leading going into the 4th quarter, the Cardinals gave up a season high 33 points in the 4th quarter.

The Cardinals were led by Traigan James’ 21 points and 14 rebounds. The team returns to action Friday night vs Regis as part of our Alumni Night triple-header.

Check out this article!

JV Cardinal Update:

Lasalle’s JV basketball (11-7,5-3) wins 59-56 for a league game win against Sacred Heart. The Cardinals were led by Nathaniel Kramer (15 points) followed by Chad Vickers (14 points).

JV Cardinals return to the court today against Salesian!

Make sure to cheer on all three Cardinal basketball teams on Friday night against Regis!

La Salle vs. Cathedral Prep!

February 1, 2016/by dev_cfmfsh

On Saturday, La Salle’s Varsity Cardinals were led by J’nie Williams (18 points) and Bryce Council (17 points, 6 assists) as they pulled away in the 3^rd quarter for a 59-31 victory over Cathedral Prep in Basketball.

Meanwhile, JV Cardinals bounced back into the win column with a 62-34 league game win over Cathedral Prep. The JV team was led by Chad Vickers (15 points) and Nathanial Kramer (12 points).

Varsity returns to action on Monday afternoon vs. Salesian at home and JV returns tomorrow, February 2^nd for a double header at home against Sacred Heart! Go La Salle!