The FCIAC has three teams in the top seven of the latest GameTimeCT Top 10 boys ice hockey poll, with the unbeaten Ridgefield Tigers topping the field at No. 1. For the story and the complete rankings, click here
STAMFORD — When the Trinity Catholic football coach and athletic director resigned on back-to-back days in December, it threw up red flags. When the girls basketball coach left two weeks later, in the middle of the season, it left many around Stamford and the FCIAC speculating about what was happening at the school. Click here … Read more
Matt Becker dribbled as fast as he could down the left side of the court, switched directions, threw a floater up in the lane over a defender with his right hand, then hoped for the best. He and Warde’s hopes came true. Becker’s shot hit the back of the rim and went through the hoop … Read more
NORWALK — Norwalk coach Ricky Fuller has been hounding junior Belinda Hunte all season, trying to help the guard elevate her game. Hunte has gone in and out of the starting lineup, but Monday prior to the No. 1 Bears facing No. 4 Trumbull, Fuller had a feeling Hunte should be in the starting five. … Read more
DARIEN — With 40 seconds remaining in their basketball game against the Harding Presidents, the Darien Blue Wave had seen a 15-point lead advantage evaporate and were in danger of having their first bid to secure a state tournament berth slip away. Then a freshman stepped up and played the hero. Miles Drake took a … Read more
The playoff picture has gotten more into focus regarding which six teams will partake in the 2018-19 FCIAC boys ice hockey tournament which takes place from Feb. 23-March 2, while the four-team field is already set for the FCIAC girls ice hockey tournament which commences Feb. 20. Ridgefield’s undefeated boys team, which is 9-0-0 in … Read more
RIDGEFIELD — Earlier this season, the New Canaan boys basketball team qualified for its first state tournament in 10 years. On Monday night, the resurgent Rams ended a slightly longer absence. By playing intense defense, finishing enough elongated possessions with baskets, and making free throws in crunch time, New Canaan knocked off Ridgefield, 60-53. The … Read more
DANBURY — A one-possession game in the final 90 seconds is exactly when stars deliver in crunch time. Danbury’s 1-2 punch delivered the knockout blow within 20 seconds to fend off a strong force to stay atop the FCIAC. Denali Burton and Javon Hernandez converted layups down the stretch to help Danbury topple Wilton 61-53 … Read more
NEW CANAAN — Emotions run the full gamut every season at the Joe Sikorski FCIAC Wrestling Tournament. From Staples’ Jacob Rizy raising his arms to the air after dramatically turning and pinning his opponent for a heavyweight title; to Trumbull’s Joseph Palmieri finally defeating a rival on a championship stage; and even to Danbury’s Ryan … Read more
NEW HAVEN — As it usually does in state competition, the Southern Connecticut Conference had its share of success on Saturday at the CIAC Class LL indoor track and field championships at Floyd Little Athletic Center. Click here for more