Library offering insider look at Villanova hoops
Sportswriter to discuss new book on game-changing 1985 upset
Relive Villanova’s shocking 1985 upset of Georgetown, a game that changed the landscape of college hoops forever, through the eyes of veteran sportswriter Frank Fitzpatrick.
The Chester County Library and District Center in Exton will host Fitzpatrick on Tuesday, April 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Struble Room, where he will lead a discussion...
Coatesville holds off McCaskey, 52-51, advances in states
Sets up second-round matchup against Norristown
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville’s Jaquan Hollingshed attacks the rim, during Saturday’s 52-51 win over JP McCaskey in the opening round of the state boys basketball playoffs. Throughout the first half, the Red Raiders had success on offense, looking comfortable and taking the lead. The second half was a completely different...
Coatesville batters Upper Darby, 76-43
Red Raiders set to enter state playoffs with momentum
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville’s Jaquan Hollingshed tips a rebound back in for two, en route to the Red Raiders’ 76-43 win, Friday night over Upper Darby. Though Coatesville did not miss many shots Friday night, they did well on the offensive boards when they did.
DREXEL HILL – Sports are a proving ground, a...
Coatesville advances in states, 65-57
Knocks off Hatboro-Horsham, but tough contest against Lower Merion looms
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville’s Jaquan Hollingshed attempts a shot from below the basket. Hollingshed was a force in the paint, grabbing boards, scoring, and opening up opportunities for his teammates, as the Red Raiders won a 65-57 decision, Tuesday.
HORSHAM – Winning games—especially playoff...
Coatesville knocks off Great Valley for league title
Red Raiders hand Patriots first loss, grab Ches-Mont championship
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville players, students, fans and cheerleaders celebrate a Ches-Mont Championship after the game, after beating Great Valley, 51-46, Tuesday night. The Red Raiders were underdogs going in against an undefeated Great Valley but kept the game close and made big plays late in the game to pull...
Coatesville falls to Henderson, 44-36
Shots just won’t fall as Red Raiders drop season finale
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Zaria Reeves attempts a difficult shot under pressure. For the most part, Coatesville played a complete offense and was able to open up driving lanes.
CALN – A team can run its offense efficiently, distribute the ball, and make the right drives, press on defense, force turnovers, and grab rebounds,...
Coatesville falls to WC East, 30-25
Lack of calls in the paint hurt Red Raiders, losing streak hits four
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville’s Nafisa Saunders pulls up late in the game, Thursday, as the Red Raiders fell 30-25. Though they mounted an admirable comeback, the Red Raiders fell short in the final two minutes.
CALN – No matter how hard a team plays, they will never control everything that happens...
Coatesville dominates Holy Ghost, 63-33
Red Raiders have easy route to fifth straight win
Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville Area High School’s Tyler Burke attacks the bucket from the low post. Burke’s strength drew the defense’s attention and opened up his teammates, helping the Red Raiders coast to an easy 63-33 win over Holy Ghost Prep.
CALN – In some games, one team is flat out better than the other.
Coatesville...
Coatesville holds off Downingtown East, 67-57
Mentally tough effort spurs Red Raiders to Ches-Mont win
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
Coatesville’s Chris Jones comes off of a pick in the third quarter of Thursday’s game. Even when he does not score many, Jones is a constant threat from outside.
CALN – In close games, skill and physical advantage are not enough to win. Players must control their emotions to stay focused...
Coatesville girls fall to Shanahan, 45-27
Red Raiders never find synch in uneven performance
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, the Times
Coatesville made some hard drives into the paint all night but failed to convert many of the resulting foul shots.
CALN – Turnovers and missed foul shots played large parts in the Coatesville girls basketball team’s 45-27 loss to Bishop Shanahan Thursday night. An injury to sophomore Lindsay Mills in the...
