2013-2014 MSG Varsity Basketball Year in Review
MSGVarsity.com will take a look back at the recently completed 2013-14 high school campaign every Tuesday throughout the summer. In the third week of the ‘Year in Review’, we recap the exciting basketball action that took place in New York City.
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One to Remember:
Christ the King ruled at the top of the New York City boys basketball rankings by winning the CHSAA Class AA Intersectional basketball championship and its second consecutive New York State Federation title over Long Island Lutheran in Albany.
The Royals, coached by Joe Arbitello, defended its CHSAA title with seniors Andre Walker and Adonis Delarosa showcasing leadership while younger players like Rawle Alkins and Travis Atson
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Alumni Update
Former Royal standout Terrel Hunt has made the cover of the ACC magazine.
Hunt, who starred in basketball and football while at CK, had a stellar season for the Syracuse Orangemen this year.
He helped lead Syracuse to a .500 record, their first in the ACC, and guided them to a bowl game victory.
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Rawle Alkins and Adonis Delarosa of Christ the King among members of Daily News all-city boys basketball team
Being named one of the five best boys basketball players in New York City isn't easy, and it's not an honor that comes overnight. It takes hard work and dedication.
Here are the players we've selected as the best of the best, as well as the city's top coaches.
Rawle Alkins, Christ the King, Soph.
Think about what Alkins has already done in two seasons with the Royals and then try to think about how he can top it over his final two high school years. It won’t be easy but Alkins has the talent to go down as one of the city’s all-time greats. Already the owner of a pair of city championships and two state titles, Alkins fits in nicely among a group of Christ the King legends. It’ll be interesting to see where this
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Adonis DelaRosa is NYDaily News Queens Player of the Year; Alkins and Atson Make First Team
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Queens boys player of the year
Adonis Delarosa Christ the King, Sr.
In a city dominated by guards and wings, the appropriately named Adonis was a mammoth presence all season long.
The 6-11 senior constantly created matchup problems and every season has lost weight - he’s down about 100 pounds since his freshman year - improved his footwork and displayed deft touch. He was always the difference-maker for the Royals as a defensive force who averaged 12 points and 12 rebounds a game. His offensive range has grown to add a quality mid-range jumper that gives him the ability to put up 30-plus points.
The St. John’s recruit finished his high school career with back-to-back city and state Federation championships.
Rawle Alkins Christ the
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CK gets League Victory over TMLA
When Destiny Marino stepped to the plate with her team trailing Mary Louis 2-0, with two runners on the Christ the King senior wanted to make an impact. The ball she hit made an impact as it cleared the fence at Juniper Valley Park and cleared the bases. Christ the King took a 3-2 lead in the CHSAA contest.
TMLA would comeback and score 3 runs in the top of the last innning to take a 5-3 lead in to the last half inning. But the Royals did not quit. Junior Kaitlyn Finneran came through with the winning hit as Christ the King scored 3 times in the bottom of the frame and walked off with a 6-5 victory.
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Men's JV fall in title game
On Saturday, the JV Royals took on Cardinal Hayes for the CHSAA "AA" Intersectional Title.
The Royals would get off to a slow start, and play sloppy throughout. Tracey Cleckley, CK's leading scorer on the season, would be the only consistent threat as the Royals tried to stay in the game. Cleckley, though, after scoring 23 points, would foul out with four minutes to go in the fourth quarter. For his efforts, the Royals maintained just a ten point deficit, as Cleckley did all he could to keep CK in the game.
With Cleckley out, CK would look to others to step up their game. They found someone, in starting guard Ronald Jefferson. Jefferson would play the game of his life, hitting three three-pointers in the game's final three minutes.
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Freshmen Win City Championship
On Saturday, the Freshmen Royals capped off a great season by beating St. Raymond's for the CHSAA "AA" Intersectional Championship, 79-74.
CK had a big lead early, and were up by as much as 17 points heading into halftime.
The third quarter saw the Ravens charge back to knot the score at 52 heading into the 4th quarter. Both with the stakes raised, CK responded, outscoring the Ravens by a score of 27-22 in the 4th, to claim the championship.
CK finished the season with an overall 24-1 record, including a 16-1 record in the league. The victory over St. Rays was CK's second of the season. They had previously beaten St. Ray's in the bronx by a score of 69-67.
Game Notes:
Jose Alvarado led all scorer's with a game-high 29
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CHSAA Playoffs at Christ the King
The CHSAA Girls Semi-Finals will be played at Christ the King. Thursday February 27th. Games will be as follows:
5:00 PM Nazareth Regional vs. Archbishop Molloy
7:00 PM Bishop Loughlin vs. Christ the King
Winners will play in the Brooklyn -Queens Diocesan Championship on Saturday 3/1, 6:00 PM at St. Francis Prep.
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VARSITY B FALLS TO MOLLOY IN SEMI FINAL MATCH UP 56-53
THE ROYALS LOST LAST NIGHT TO MOLLOY 56-53. THE LOSS ENDED THEIR TRY FOR A 3RD CITY CHAMPIONSHIP IN A ROW.THE ROYALS WERE LEAD BY 1ST TEAM ALL CONFERENCE PLAYER CARDELL SNODDY WITH 19 POINTS, MIKE HILL ADDED 11 MIKE LOOP HAD 9. THE ROYALS FINISHED THE SEASON 16-10 WITH A 12-4 LEAGUE RECORD. THE VARSITY B COACHES AND PLAYERS WOULD LIKE TO THANK THEIR FAMILY AND FRIENDS FOR ALL THEIR SUPPORT THIS SEASON.
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