St John's v Seton Hall game

Had a great time last night at the St John's v Seton Hall basketball game! GraceAnne and Grace Stone watched intently while the Red Storm rolled over the Pirates. Getting the girls out to games like this is great for them. They learn a lot but they also get a love and appreciation for the game and the hard work that goes into becoming a good player. Coach Duffy and Coach Arico both waved to the girls from the bench which was very nice. Makes them feel like they are a part of things.



On Monday we went to see the Glen Cove varsity girls play. They beat Sewanhaka and both the Glen Cove eighth graders, Taylah Hudson and McKayla Hernandez, had good games leading the team in scoring. McKayla led the team again last night with 17 points in another win but... Taylah broke her pinky finger. Hoping for a quick and painless recovery, very nice kid, great player.

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