Varsity Basketball Finally Opens Season with a hard fought victory - DDS-35 WMS-31

After being snowed out for their first two home games, the varsity basketball team traveled to Washington Montessori on Wednesday afternoon for their long awaited opening game. As if the team hadn’t had enough delays, a bus scheduling problem almost left this game in jeopardy. Special thanks to parents Mitzi Stamer and Ron Wilson for driving the team to our game. Also, thanks to Nigel Pink and Eileen Shaw for their help with contacting parents and securing permission to drive our personal vehicles to the game. The team did not want to miss another opportunity to play.
The team got off to a sluggish start but managed to stay ahead throughout the first half. Everyone was trying to shake off those first game jitters. As the team ran their plays and started to gain a little confidence, things started to fall into place. The first half ended with DDS up by 3 points. A very different DDS team emerged for the second half, more focused and ready to prove they were not satisfied with their first half performance. The seesaw battle continued, but DDS was playing with a fire and focus that was missing in the first half. The energy level was very contagious. Even the players on the bench were cheering and encouraging their teammates. Tri-captains Griffin, Hudson, and Adam anchored both the offensive flow of the game and played some very tough defense. These three team leaders combined for a total of 31 points and each provided the spark that we needed at just the right time. When our man-to-man coverage was allowing too many easy layups, we switched to our tight 2-3 zone defense, clogging up the middle, and causing the WMS players to have to work very hard for their shots. Danielle and Christian were especially tenacious on defense with both causing numerous jump balls and possession opportunities. Christian scored his first varsity basket with a great pass from Griffin. Roan and Shriman were quite active on defense and positioned themselves for some great rebounds, leading to many excellent fast break opportunities. Shriman accounted for our other basket. Overall, it was a great start for our team.
Our kids learned the value of not only being physically prepared for every game, but mentally prepared as well. They also know that WMS has some very good athletes, but our desire, determination, and will were the difference that sealed the victory for us. After the team enjoys their holiday break, they know we have just one practice to prepare for perennial powerhouse, Rumsey on Wednesday, January 9, 2008 at home. We hope you will be able to come and cheer for our team. Happy Holidays from the basketball coaches and players to the entire DDS community.

DDS Sports Schedule (Week beginning Monday December 17th)

What's going on during our last week of sports in the year 2007?
Monday - All teams are practicing as usual. Reminder that for practices, Volleyball and Squash pick up is at the lower school gym at 4:45 p.m. Varsity and JV Basketball pick up is at 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday - Varsity Basketball have a game away @ Washington Montessori start 3:30 p.m. Pick up will be at 5:45 p.m. Squash will be practicing at Millbrook School. Pick up for this day only will be at Millbrook School @ 4:30 p.m. Volleyball have practice as usual.
Thursday - All teams have practice as usual. Squash will be at Vassar College. Pick up will be at 5:45 p.m.
Friday - No Sport today - Happy Holidays to everyone!

Additional Basketball Game v Washington Montessori on Wednesday Dec 19th

Due to the disappointing weather and the cancellation of two varsity basketball games, we have managed to secure a game before the holidays away against Washington Montessori School on Wednesday December 19th starting at 3:30 p.m. Pick Up time is at 5:45 p.mn. at DDS.

Squash News

The date of our three way squash meet on Wed Feb 13th, is now on Wed Feb 6th starting at 3:30 p.m. at Millbrook School.
On Wed Jan 30th, we will not be able to practice at Millbrook School as their JV team need the courts! I will try and find an alternative venue if possible for that date!
I have also pencilled in a possible match v Westover School on Wednesday Jan 23rd (away) 3:30 start. It's quite a journey, but they do have players our own age. Only our top 8 will play on that date though!

DDS Sports Scedule (Week beginning Monday December 10th 2007)

Monday December 10th - Varsity Basketball v T. Pawling @ DDS starting 3:30 p.m. Pick up at 4:45 p.m. Squash practice at Millbrook School 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.- pick up at DDS 4:45 p.m. Volleyball practice 4:45 p.m. pick up.
Wednesday December 12th. - Varsity and JV Basketball practice 5:00 p.m. pick up. Squash practice at Millbrook School 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. - pick up at 4:45 p.m. Volleyball practice 4:45 p.m. pick up.
Thursday December 13th - Varsity Basketball game v Kildonan @ DDS starting at 3:30 p.m. Pick up at 4:45 p.m. - Squash practice at Vassar College 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. Pick up at 5:45 p.m. - Volleyball practice pick up at 4:45 p.m.
Friday December 14th - JV Basketball game v Mizzentop @ DDS 3:30 p.m. start. Pick up at 4:45 p.m. No squash. Volleyball practice - pick up at 4:45 p.m.

DDS BASKETBALL TEAMS OPEN THEIR SEASONS THIS WEEK (Report by Coach "O")

The DDS Varsity and JV basketball teams are very excited that their hard work during the last two weeks will finally be tested. This week the varsity has two games and the JV’s play one. All of the games are at home in the Bontecou Gym at 3:30, so please come and cheer for our teams. The varsity will face Trinity-Pawling on Monday and Kildonan on Thursday, while the JV’s will face Mizzentop on Friday.

This year the varsity is lead by Tri-Captains Griffin Wilson, Hudson Kuras, and Adam Baker. Joining the captains are fellow eighth graders Shriman Balasubramanian, Cooper Davis, and Austin Christensen. Danielle Stamer, Ben Poholchuk, Jackson Ryan, and Matthew Stapylton represent the seventh grade. Rounding out the team are sixth graders Christian Ouellette and Roan Gideon. They have all worked extremely hard to learn their playbook and have made great strides in a very short period of time.

The JV’s have been very active at the other end of the court running offensive and defensive drills and learning a great new pre-game warm-up routine. The team is made up of seventh graders Jon Hill, Sebastian Barry, and TJ Sayah. Joining them are fifth graders Taylor Digilio, Maggie Dull, Sean Gorwara, David and Nick Akst, Matthew Pelletier, Alex Quartararo, Nicholas Salnikoff, and Bernadette Winby.

The basketball program has also started a mentoring program this season. Varsity players have been assigned a younger player to act as their advisor and guide during the entire season. It is a great way for everyone to get to know each other better and become good teammates.

The teams look forward to your support and hope to see everyone at opening day.

DDS Squash Team plays great game against Indian Mountain and Millbrook School - Wednesday December 5th

Playing against older and generally more experienced opposition, the DDS Squash team played exceptionally well to bravely lose the match against Indian Mountain School, and to tie the match against Millbrook School. The final score against Indian Mountain School was as follows: Indian Mountain won 7 matches and DDS won 3 matches. The final score against Millbrook School, was as follows: Millbrook School won 3 matches and DDS won 3 matches. Congratulations to the whole team for their efforts!! Although this was our first game of the season and with very little practice time under our belt, our players demonstrated solid basic skills and played with effort and enthusiasm. Once we get the hang of basic tactics, like getting the ball past players into the corners and dominating the "T", we will reap even more success at our next game in January.

Basketball Schedule Change 2008

A schedule change has been forced upon us. The JV bball game @ home v Washington Montessori School has been changed from Thursday 10th January to Thursday February
14th. It is still at DDS!

What's Happening This Week Monday December 3rd - Friday December 7th

This week we have two games involving Volleyball and Squash. On Monday December 3rd, we again entertain Melrose School for a Volleball scrimmage. It is early days for competitive games but Melrose have a limited window of time in which to play, so at least our players will be getting match experience very early on!
On Wednesday December 5th (Happy Birthday Rebecca!), the Squash team play a three way game against Indian Moutain School and Millbrook School. It is our first game of the season, and the players are looking forward to it in eager anticipation.
The week therefore looks like this:

Monday December 3rd - JV & Varsity Volleyball v Melrose 3:30 Start, 4:45 pick up.
Squash practice at Millbrook School 4:45 pick up at DDS lower school gym. JV and Varsity Basketball practice 5:00 p.m. pick up.

Wednesday December 5th - Squash v Indian Mountain/Millbrook School @ Millbrook School. Pick up time TBA. Volleyball(pick up 4:45 p.m.) and Basketball( pick up 5:00 p.m.) practice as usual.

Thursday December 6th - Squash practice at Vassar College. Pick up 5:45 p.m. at DDS Lower School Gym. Volleyball(pick up 4:45) and Basketball (pick up 5:00 p.m.) practice as usual.

Friday December 7th - Basketball (pick up 5:00 p.m.) and Volleyball (pick up 4:45 p.m.) practice as usual. No Squash practice on Fridays!

What's Happening This Week! - Week beginning Monday November 19th 2007

Monday November 19th - Basketball Camp, starts at 3:30 p.m.
Parent Pick Up at 5:00 p.m.
- Squash Players meeting in the Bontecou gym 3:20 - 4:00 p.m.
Parent Pick Up at 4:00 p.m.

SPORTS BLOG WISHES EVERYONE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

JV Soccer Report v Rumsey on Friday November 9th 2007

The JV Soccer Team concluded their season with a loss to a very talented Rumsey team 5-1. Alex scored our lone goal unassisted after dribbling around a number of Rumsey's defensive players. The defense played strong and never let us down but the Rumsey team had some very skillful players. On an extremely positive note the JV Team had a most improved season over last year. Nine different players scored this year. They were; Christian, Isabel, Chloe, Taylor, Matthew, Alex, Sean, Andrew, and Nick. Each of those players also assisted in goals as did Caitlin. The team scored a total of 29 goals and only allowed 25. Alex and Andrew shared most of the time in goal and did extremely well. Of those 25 goals, 9 were scored by Rumsey in our two meetings. The team finished with a very respectable record of 5 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie.
Thank-you parents for sharing your children with me. Thank-you Coach B for your assistance this season. And thank-you Coach Pink for asking me back! I really enjoyed myself and saw much improvement over the season. It was GREAT FUN.
Coach R

Winter Sports Meetings - Monday November 12th

Please try and attend the winter sport meetings on Monday. Just to remind you, those of you who have students playing volleyball and squash, should meet in the Bontecou gym at 3:30 p.m. If your student is playing basketball, then you should meet at 4:30 p.m. in the Bontecou gym.

DDS Varsity Soccer Report v Oakwood School on Friday November 9th

As usual, Oakwood School did not field a very strong side, and with this being our eighth graders last game for their school, it was a challenge to keep them all on the field and to keep the score respectable. It was also a goal of ours to get some more players on the scoresheet, and this was in fact done with the tremendous support of our more experienced players. It was Caleb who opened the scoring for DDS early in the game with a well struck shot from about 10 yards out, low into the net. It was in fact his first goal for the team which is surprising as he confidently dispatched his shot with power and accuracy! Hudson, and then Griffin, each scored a goal apiece and to be truthful, these two experienced campaigners could have added a few more to their individual tally, if it wasn't for the fact that they were trying so hard to get others in for goal! At half time, the score was 3-1. Kayleigh, who had been doing an excellent job once more on the right flank, had to leave. In the second half we got off to a great start when Austin struck a decisive shot into the goal for his second one this year. Roan also got his second for the year, a special one for him as he now has scored with both left and right feet! However, the stage was set for Adrienne, desperate to get her name on the team sheet before the game was over. And this she did, as the ball fell kindly to her in the penalty area and she struck it confidently with her left foot low into the corner of the net! 6-1 DDS. The drama was not yet over. Alexa, playing forward out of her normal position, came close to getting another. Then we had a penalty! Up stepped Cooper to try for his best opportunity to score a goal for the team before the season finished. However, it was not to be as he saw his effort slide past the wrong side of the left hand upright. Tough luck Cooper! Still, he should be proud of the way he has played overall this season, as can the rest of the team. Even so, this day belonged to our eighth graders who have served this team so well over this and past seasons. We wish them luck in their new schools next year!!

Honors even at Staff/Parent v School Soccer Match

They came to play! They came to win! Both teams put all that they had in to this popular event which saw a dramatic last gasp equalizer by Hudson, saving the blushes of a school team that has got used to success this season! Little did the students know, that before the game, the S/P team were busy preparing their secret plan, and what a plan it was too....Operation Launch Mr. Blakeley! Early in to the first half, Mr Blakeley struck with a fine angled shot in to the corner of the net. He wasn't finished there as he continued to threaten the school defense with his dynamic speed and clinical finishing. This goal equalised a fine effort by Hudson who blasted past a bewildered Linda Bhangdia in goal. Linda by the way was playing very well at this time! 1-1 and all to play for. The S/P defense were doing a fine job. Marshalled by the ever athletic Mrs Bettigole, Ms Roberts, Ms Schoch and Mrs Hathaway were giving nothing away and Ms Ackers was running her socks off in midfield! Mark Kuras was also doing a fine job up front keeping the school team on their toes. Before long, the school team were in the lead after Griffin found himself free in the box and hit the ball hard into the net. Game on!! At last all Mark Kuras's work paid off and with the energetic running of Margaret Colangelo to assist him, he drove the ball beautifully into the net from short range. This seemed to spur Mr. Blakely on and taking a crisp pass from midfield, he crashed a hammer shot into the roof of the net. This lead to a frantic last few minutes which eventually saw Hudson's equalizer and second goal of the game, scream past the outstretched hands of Mrs Yager! A 3-3 tie and a good game was had by all!

Cross Country Photos from Race @ Indian Mountain School on Wednesday November 7th

Varsity Soccer Report v Washington Montessori School on Wednesday November 7th

This evenly matched game was finally settled in the last 10 minutes of the game when Washington Montessori bundled in a close range shot after some sustained pressure on the DDS goal, making the score 3-2 for Washington Montessori. On a cold crisp afternoon, the game started well for us and Hudson netted from a Kayleigh cross early in the first half. The score was soon 1-1 when after some heroic goalkeeping by Daniel, a loose ball managed to slip under her body and into the net. In the second half, a lot more goals could and should have been scored by both sides. There was some desperate defending at times by the DDS defense, but lead by Roan and some terrific covering by Alexa, the team held on. However, Washinton Montessori did manage to score, when one of their forwards was allowed to advance unhindered and crack a fine shot in to the back of the net. Regaining the initiative however, DDS hit back and Griffin soon equalised with a firm drive in to the bottom corner of the WM net. Playing well in the second half, was Adrienne who made some great passes with the midfield and her fellow forwards. Overall, we played well but were unable to score the goals that would have secured the victory. Two games are now left on our calendar: Parent/Staff game today (Thursday) at 3:30 p.m. and V Oakwood tomorrow (Friday) starting at 3:15 p.m. Don't forget the pizza party afterwards in the Dining Hall at approx 4:30 p.m.

JV Soccer Report @ Home v Washington Montessori School

The JV Soccer Team lost to Washington Montessori School on Monday afternoon 4-1. DDS started the scoring with a nice long pass from Nick up the center of the field that Christian controlled on the bounce and lofted it over the keepers hands. From then on DDS just couldn't seem to finish. The team did put together some nice pass combinations and had numerous shots on goal. Friday will end the season with a home game against Rumsey, followed by a pizza party. Please get your money into Coach Pink or myself ASAP. Thanks
Coach R

Varsity Soccer pre-game talk v Poughkeepsie Day School

DDS BASKETBALL SEASON IS ALMOST HERE

The official DDS basketball season will not start until Monday, November 26th, but a great deal has been going on behind the scenes to get ready for that day.

Joining the team this year will be Mr. Cissel, who takes over as coach of JV team. Joining Mr. Cissel and Coach Ouellette will be Mr. Mark Kuras. Mr. Kuras will work with our guards this year, leaving off where Coach Zanardi did last year. We will even have a guest appearance from Coach Zanardi sometime in January 2008.

The team has a very strong group of veteran players returning to the hardwood this season. They include Griffin, Hudson, Cooper, Austin, Adam, Shriman, Sebastian, Jon, Ben, Jackson, Danielle, Matthew, Christian, Roan, Zach and TJ, who has decided to play this year instead of being the team manager.

We are excited to welcome to our program a great 5th grade class that includes Andrew, Taylor, Maggie, Sean, Nick, David, Nicholas, and Matthew. It is a pleasure to have this talented class join our team. Welcome 5th graders.

The team is looking for anyone interested in being a scorekeeper for the varsity and JV teams and also for a clock operator for our home games. We will teach you everything you need to know, so contact Mr. Pink or Mr. Ouellette if you are interested.

The preseason starts on Monday, November 12th with a meeting of all players in the Bontecou Gym from 3:30–4:30PM. This is a required meeting for all players. Parents will meet at 4:30PM for an overview of the season.

One week later, on Monday, November 19th all the players will attend a basketball camp from 3:30PM-5PM in the Bontecou Gym. This is when the JV and varsity teams will be chosen. These are the only required meetings for the basketball players before the Thanksgiving break.

The season officially starts on Monday, November 26th from 3:30-5PM in the Bontecou gym. I hope everyone is looking forward to a great season.

Varsity Soccer Report for game v Trinity Pawling School on Friday November 2nd

Trinity Pawling came to this game with 13 select players and with determination to overturn the only team to have beaten them this year. They started the game strongly and by mid-way into the second half had built up a lead of 3 goals to 0. This scoreline certainly did not reflect a dominance on their part, only an inability on ours to convert the number of chances that were falling our way. Danielle had another superb half in goal and was unlucky to concede the one goal on her watch! Without Roan at the back and Hudson in midfield we started the game very sluggish and did not put the TP players under much pressure. Golf and Christian were very solid in the middle at the back and the midfield were working hard to obtain and keep possession. THe fightback started with an opportunist goal from Griffin who turned on the volley and sent a low shot into the far corner of the net. It was Griffin who scored a close range second and Jackson who cracked a firce shot into the roof of the net to equalise. With less than two minutes to go, Christian was forced to go off injured and TP capitalized on a moment of madness in defense to ram home the winner. The initial disappointment could be felt around the team, having come back so strongly. However, I have to say that I was extremely proud of the way these guys fought back from a 3 goal deficit. WEll done DDS!! Next game away at Washington Montessori on Wednesday November 7th. (Don't forget there is no practce on Monday November 5th due to Staff/Parents v School Hockey Match HOO DA DA!

JV Soccer Report for away game v Steiner on Thursday November 1st

The JV Soccer Team controlled the play of the game Thursday and defeated Steiner 1-0. The offense put many shots on goal, into the hands of the keeper, just over the crossbar or just wide. Finally Sean connected a short pass to Christian who found the far corner of the net. Nice work boys. The team has been working on holding their postions and connecting passes and did an excellent job of it during this game.

I apologize for the late hour of return. We started the game late due to wrong directions that both the bus driver and I had. Then the Steiner coach wanted to wait for an official. No official came. Finally at the conclusion of the game we wanted to get started as quickly as possible and planned on phoning while on the bus. Not a great plan since there is no cell reception in that area. Both the bus driver and I were without cell for a good 20-30 minutes. Sorry.

Finally a reminder that we have two more games. Our last game is next friday and we are planning a little pizza party celebration after the game. Each player needs to bring in $5 to cover the cost. Please send in the money ASAP. Thanks.
Coach R


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Field Hockey Report v Mizzentop School on Thursday November 1st

The varsity field hockey team defeated Mizzentop on Thursday, with a score of 2-0. 8th grade Captain, Gracie Howland tore up the field for the entire 60 minutes of play. Our other Captain, Sarah Anthony, caught Mizzentop's goalie on her heels and put a shot into the lower right corner within the first 5 minutes of play.
After half time, the lady Tigers came back onto the field with authority, and 6th grader Sophie Perekslis added another goal to the lower left corner. 7th grade goalie, Hanna Carlin saved 2 AMAZING shots in the second half, keeping the Tigers ahead from start to finish.
The varsity field hockey team has had an absolutely AWESOME season. Our last game is HOME on Wednesday, November 7 at 3:15pm. We hope to see you all out there cheering us on! In the words on Mr. Pink, HOOO-DA! Don't forget parents, the game against the students is on Monday November 5th starting at 3:30 p.m. DeleteReplyForwardSpamMove...

Sports Schedule for week beginning Monday November 5th

Monday November 5th - JV Soccer @ home to Washington Montessori Start 3:15 p.m. Pick up at 4:30 p.m.
- Staff/Parents v School Field Hockey Team - Start as close to 3:30 p.m. as posible
Pick up @ 4:45 p.m.

Wednesday November 7th - Varsity Soccer away @ Washington Montessori. Start 3:30 p.m.
Pick up 5:30 p.m.
- Field Hockey @ home to Maplebrook School - Start 3:15 p.m. Pick up 4:30 p.m.
- Cross Country away @ Indian Mountain School - Start 3:00 p.m. pick up by parents @ 3:45 p.m.
Thursday November 8th - Staff/Parents v School Varsity Soccer Team - Start as close to 3:30 p.m. as possible. Pick up 4:45 p.m.

Friday November 9th - Varsity Soccer @ home to Oakwood School - Start 3:15 p.m.
Pick up 5:00 p.m. from Dining Hall after Pizza Party.
JV Soccer @ home to Rumsey School - Start 3:15 p.m. Pick up 5:00 p.m.from Dining Hall after Pizza Party.

THIS CONCLUDES THE FALL SPORTS SEASON.
F.Y.I. The parents winter sports meeting takes place on Monday November 12th. Squash and Volleyball parents meet in the Bontecou Gym at 3:30 p.m. and Basketball parents meet at 4:30 p.m
On Monday November 19th, there is a basketball camp for all basketball players in the Bontecou Gym 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Apart from this all winter sports start officially on Monday November 26th.

I would just like to take this opportunity to thank all those parents who have been supportive of the after school sports program and coming to games when possible.

Nigel Pink

Schedule Change - Field Hockey

The venue for field hockey's final game against Maplebrook next WEdnesday(November 7th) has been changed to home at DDS. The game starts at 3:15 p.m.

Varsity Soccer Report v Steiner School on Thursday November 1st

The final score of 4-4 in this game reflected an exciting but frustrating game which had the DDS parent supporters wondering just what we had to do in order to get the ball in to the back of the net. Sure we scored 4, but it should have been many more as chance after chance went perilously close. To be fair to Steiner, they had some very good players, one in particular who continuously threatened our defense with his skill and prolific shooting. The fact that he scored all four goals was a tribute to his talent! Having said this, for most of the game our defenders handled him well and were superb in covering each other at times. Every time they scored, we equalised but were unable to get our noses in front. Hudson worked diligently and effectively in midfield and Griffin was continuously looking to set up the forwards for shooting chances. In fact, it was Griffin who equalised their first goal with a firm shot into the corner. In the meantime, we were unable to capitalize on a number of shooting opportunities and the score remained 1-1. Again their no. 9 broke the deadlock but DDS hit straight back with a fine shot from Kayleigh in to the corner of the net. It was Kayleigh again in the second half who scored our third goal. Jackson had alot to do with this goal, skillfully driving the ball back from the goal line into Kayleigh's path. Adrienne too was playing well on the wing. Finally with ten minutes to go, and 4-3 down, Sebastian netted from close range to seal the tie. With still time left, DDS went for the win, but were unable to get that much needed goal. Tomorrow (Friday), we play Trinity Pawling at home..3:30 p.m. start.

DDS Squash Team looks forward to a great season

The 2006/2007 winter sports season saw the formation of the first Dutchess Day School Squash Team. This year, nine players are returning to play and we welcome two newcomers to our ranks. Sarah Anthony, Lucy Roemer, Caleb Tuke, Zoe Wilson,Kayleigh Bhangdia, Hanna Carlin, Isabel and Hadley Stack and Denny Smythe are going for their second season with Hugo Wasserman and Elizabeth Quartararo joining them to make a formidable team this year. Thanks to the generosity of Millbrook School, we will be using their courts at least twice a week with possibly one weekly visit to Vassar College. We also have a schedule of three matches to be played against Indian Mountain School at Millbrook School courts. The dates of these are as follows:
1) Wednesday December 5th @ Millbrook School starting at 3:30 p.m.
2) Wednesday January 16th @ Millbrook School starting at 3:30 p.m.
3) Wednesday February 13th @ Millbrook School starting at 3:30 p.m.

Further matches should hopefully be possible against Millbrook School Thirds (recreational but older players)

All in all we are looking forward to an exciting season...and remember squash players....to the left, to the left, everything you own in a box to the left!!

Parents Winter Sports Meetings - Monday 12th November 2007

Fall sports end on Friday November 9th with two soccer games, Varsity at home to Oakwood School and JV at home to Rumsey. On the following Monday (12th November)), we will be holding our annual Winter Sports Program meetings for parents and players. Our winter sports this year are once more Varsity and JV Basketball, Varsity and JV Volleyball and Squash.
Volleyball and Squashplayers and parents will meet in the Bontecou Gym conference room at 3:30 p.m. for a half hour meeting. You will get to meet the coaches from these sports and learn valuable information about the program. Please try and attend!
For Basketball players and parents, the meeting schedule is a little different. The players will have a meeting with their coaches from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. and then the parents will join the meeting at 4:30 p.m. for approx half an hour.
The basketball players are also expected to attend a basketball camp on Monday November 19th from 3:20 - 5:00 p.m. Varsity and JV teams will be chosen on this day. The regular basketball schedule of practice and games starts on Monday November 26th
The squash and volleyball schedule of practice and games starts on Monday November 26th.

JV Soccer Report for away game v Poughkeepsie Day School on Monday October 29th

DDS's Junior Varsity Soccer Team tied Poughkeepsie Day School on Monday, 1-1. Isabel worked the ball through the middle of the field and passed off to Alex who found the net late in the second half. PDS had scored earlier on in the half and then both teams settled into an evenly played match. DDS came out strong in the second half and had at least a dozen opportunities to score but we just couldn't seem to finish. Alex and Andrew took turns as the keeper. Alex had a few nice saves but Andrew wasn't tested as DDS's defense played a solid second half.
Parents please remind your children that we have an away game on Thurs. It is a long bus ride to Steiner and the players have been asked not to bring their backpacks on the bus if they are riding the bus home. Room on the small buses is very tight. Thank you. No practice Wednesday. Everyone have a safe and fun halloween.

Cross Country Awards for Dutchess Hall of Fame Race - Bernadette, Heather and Abby

Start of 5K Dutchess Hall of Fame Race(Adam Baker is center)

Cross Country - Dutchess County Hall of Fame Race on Sunday October 28th - RESULTS

FEMALE - Overall
1-Taylor Creagh (11) 6:25;
Under 8's
1-Alyssa Villielm (7) 8:10;
2-Danielle Long (4) 15:06;
Under 11's
1-Bernadette Winby (10) 6:57
Under 14's
1-Taylor Creagh (11) 6:25;
2-Heather Harris (13) 6:35;
3-Abby Paglia (11) 7:08;

MALE - 5Km Race
Overall
72 - Adam Baker

Congratulations to all runners. I apologise for lack of photos at present. I am having trouble downloading them on to the blog!

End of Season Soccer Pizza Party

On November 9th, both Varsity (v Oakwood) and JV (v Rumsey) finish their season with home games which start at 3:15 p.m. Following this, both teams will celebrate their successful seasons with a pizza party which will take place in the school dining hall following the game. We are asking (and have already started collecting),that players provide $5 each for pizza and drink. Please send in the money as soon as possible to Mr. Pink.

Sports Schedule for week beginning Monday October 29th

Varsity Soccer have a game at home to Steiner School on Thursday November 1st ...Start 3:30 p.m....Pick up 4:45 p.m.

JV Soccer have two games next week. On Monday October 29th, they are away to Poughkeepsie Day School...Start 3:30 p.m....Pick up 5:30 p.m.
On Thursday November 1st, they are away to Steiner School ..Start 3:30 p.m....pick up 5:45 p.m.

Field Hockey play Mizzentop at home on Thursday Nov 1st starting at 3:45 p.m....pick up 3:45 p.m.

Reminder that Staff/Parents v Field Hockey is on Monday November 5th (Guy Fawkes Day) and v Varsity Soccer on Thursday November 8th. Both start at 3:30 p.m.

Varsity Soccer v Poughkeepsie Day School on Thursday October 25th

Poughkeepsie Day School gave our team the toughest challenge yet and it was only in the last few minutes of the game that Hudson waltzed in to the opposing team's area with the ball at his feet and coolly slotted the winning goal past a bewildered goalkeeper. The score now at 3-2 in Dutchess Day School's favor was to remain the final score.
We started the game very brightly and Kayleigh was creating havoc on the right flank. Time and time again she crossed the ball only for the Poughkeepsie goalkeeper to pluck gratefully out of the air. Those balls that eluded his clutching hands seemed to stay miraculously away from our eager forwards. Both Caleb and Sebastian were constantly frustrated as the ball passed tantalizingly close!
Our first goal was the result of a handball in the penalty area and Griffin stepped up to dispatch the ball low to the keeper's left....1-0! Immediately, Poughkeepsie responded and from a direct free kick floated the ball through Danielle's outstretched hands... 1-1! Soon after, we were 2-1 down as a resurgent Poughkeepsie team capitalized on some unusual sloppy defending on our part. Overall though, Roan, Christian,Golf, Alexa and Jon had very good games.
Not before too long, we were level with Sebastian turning on the ball to score a nice goal in off the far post. Cooper buzzed workmanlike in midfield with Griffin continuing to look for the opportunity to unleash one of his blockbusting shots at goal. However, it was left to Hudson's impressive coolness to seal the victory for DDS. Our next game is one week away on Thursday November 1st against Steiner School.

JV Soccer v Melrose on Monday October 22nd

The JV Soccer Team added another tally to their win column defeating
Melrose this past Monday, 4-2. Alex and Andrew again shared the goalkeeping responsibilities and both boys played strong. Andrew had an exceptional day on the field also, as he scored twice with assists going to Christian
and Caitlin. Sean scored with a little help from Alex, and Taylor put a
penalty kick into the cage. Many thanks to Coach B for taking over the
coaching duties. Nice job team. Remember that the Rumsey game has been
moved to a home game on Friday Nov 9th, after which we'll have a little
pizza celebration party. Also there will be no field practice for the JV
team on Thursday Nov. 8. The staff/parents team is scheduled to take on the
Varsity Soccer team that afternoon and the JV players should plan on supporting the team of their choice that afternoon. The JV Team will be traveling to Poughkeepsie Day on Monday, Oct. 29th. See you there.
Coach R

Schedule Change - JV Soccer

The JV soccer game against Rumsey School scheduled for Friday October 26th, has now been changed to Friday November 9th starting at 3:15 p.m. The game is now at home!

Field Hockey Report v Rumsy School on Thursday October 18th

The Dutchess Day School field hockey team remains undefeated after another well-earned win last week against Rumsey. The Lady Tigers walked away with a strong 7-0 win. Lizzy Quartararo and Sarah Anthony put two shots each past Rumsey's goalie, while Lucy Roemer, Zoe Wilson and Gracie Howland added one goal each. Delaney Bailey played an exceptional game up at the front line. Claire Shoppe and Denny Smythe also dominated at midfield. Dutchess Day's goalie, Hanna Carlin, has proven to be the Tiger's backbone as she has yet to be scored on this season! Our next game is home on Wednesday, October 24. We hope to see you all there while we take on Maplebrook for the second time this season. HOO-RAH!!

Varsity Soccer v Mizzentop on Friday October 19th

Although the game finished in a rainstorm, the weather for the most part was very amenable. Mizzentop started the game in lively fashion and were rewarded with an unstoppable shot by their best player, no. 11, who sent the ball rocketing in to our net. DDS responded immediately with a superbly taken goal by Hudson, starting the game in the unfamiliar role of center forward.The goal resulted after good work from Cooper who played his best game of the season so far. In fact it was pressure from Cooper that led to our second goal, an unfortunate header by a Mizzentop defender into his own net. Sebastian and Jackson, coming into the attack, both scored excellent goals to give us a 4-1 lead at the half. Jackson's goal in particular will be remembered for it's ferocity, being belted with his right foot, one touch, in to the roof of the Mizzentop net. In defense, a change meant Roan moving in to midfield and Griffin playing the role of sweeper. Griffin did this so well that it brought back memories of the great Franz Beckenbauer confidently controlling the game from the back of defense. In the second half, we started to lose concentration and Mizzentop scored two quick goals to bring the score to 4-3 in our favor. Fortunately, the ship was steadied and another goal by Sebastian was steered confidently in to the net. Caleb, still searching for his first goal of the season, also came close but was denied by alert defending. Golf and Alexa also stood out at the back for their solid and determined defending. Overall, another terrific performance!! Next week's game is on Thursday away at Poughkeepsie Day School. Parents, keep that superb support going!

Sports Schedule. - Week beginning Monday October 22nd

Monday October 22nd - JV Soccer away to Melrose 3:30 p.m start/5:30 p.m. pick up

Wednesday October 24th - Field Hockey home to Maplebrook 3:30 p.m. start/4:45 p.m. pick up

Thursday October 25th - Varsity Soccer away to Poughkeepsie Day School 3:30 p.m. start/5:30 p.m. pick up

Friday October 26th - Field Hockey home to Rumsey 3:30 p.m.start/4:45 p.m. pick up

Friday October 26th - JV Soccer away to Rumsey 3:30 p.m. start/5:45 p.m. pick up
* please note that Rumsey have asked to reschedule this game. I will let JV parents know what's happening as soon as I contact their Athletic Director. (The request was left on my answer phone late Friday afternoon)

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JV Soccer v Rumsey School on Thursday October 18th

The JV Soccer Team played their best game to date against Rumsey on Thursday
afternoon. The final score of 4-1 in favor of Rumsey doesn't tell the whole
story. Rumsey scored two excellent goals in the first half and two more that were definitely on the fortunate side. Rumsey is a very talented team and DDS stepped up to their level and played excellent soccer. The forwards and midfielders put together some great passes and had a number of good shots on goal during the first half. Andrew and Christian teamed up on one such play with Christian finding the net. During the second half of play, DDS tightened their defense and Alex had an excellent half in goal. The team started to crowd in the center of the field, but their determination to hold Rumsey scoreless in the second half was successful. Way to go JV!
Our next game is at Melrose on Monday.

Varsity Soccer V Melrose Photos

Photos courtesy of Dave Stamer and Peggy Kuras

Report on DDS Varsity Soccer v Melrose on Monday October 15th

Another very competent performance by the DDS Varsity Soccer team meant a comfortable home 7-2 victory over a spirited Melrose team. The game started very much in our favor with Kayleigh and Griffen both scoring during a sustained bout of DDS pressure. Melrose tried gamely to reduce the deficit and were rewarded with a penalty which unfortunately crashed against the bar and was cleared by relieved DDS defenders. At first the DDS defense were feeling the tension of the game and the ball at times was zinging around our penalty area with no one able to put their foot on the ball and slow it down. Gradually heads began to look up and more control of the ball was in evidence as passes started to hit their target. Sebastian came on late into the half, and not for the first time, scored with his first touch of the game. Probably the most unfortunate player not to hit the back of the net was Hudson who found frequent goal scoring positions but was just unable to get enough power or angle on the ball to get it past the Melrose keeper. However all credit to him and frequent providers Griffin and Kayleigh for their persistent play. At the back, Danielle was having her usual solid game in goal and defenders Golf, Austin, Christian, Roan, Alexa and Jon were harassing and chasing the opposition offense who were constantly seeking a way through our defense.
The second half saw Dutchess Day push continuously into the Melrose half of the field. Another goal by Sebastian put us firmly in the driving seat. Melrose got one back, Kayleigh restored our lead only for Melrose to hit another to make the score 5-2. DDS were not finished yet. Midfield players Caleb and Cooper kept the engines running, Matt was performing the occasional heroics in goal and forwards Jackson and Adrienne were keenly setting up more chances on goal. Danielle, now at center forward, slotted in another goal with team sweeper, Roan, moving fluidly in midfield finishing off a great pass from Caleb, with an accurate shot into the Melrose net. The jubilant Roan was particularly ecstatic as he had scored with his unfashionable right foot. Although we still have much to work on, this was another pleasing performance. Our next game is against Mizzentop at home on Friday October 19th starting at 3:45 p.m. Come along and support!

DDS Field Hockey Report v Mizzentop on Friday October 12th

The Dutchess Day School field hockey team battled for 60 minutes straight last week in their game against Mizzentop; unfortunately both teams walked off the field scoreless. Dutchess Day's goalie, Hanna Carlin, has continued to shut down any and every shot taken. The lady Tigers fought until the final whistle was blown. We have another shot against Mizzentop and hope to see you all there! Come on out on Thursday when we take on Rumsey! HOO-RAH!

Recent Cross-Country races against Maplebrook School

Photos courtesy of Carolyn Scott

Plea for Field hockey photos

I am wondering when I am going to receive the first accusation of giving the field hockey team less coverage than the soccer teams! I am trying not to do that but to date I have received no photos from field hockey parents to put on the blog. The team reports are edited and put on the blog very shortly after I receive them. Please. please field hockey parents, send me some photos and I will get them on the blog and indeed on the noticeboard at school too, as soon as I receve them!

JV Soccer Report v Indian Mountain @ home on Friday October 12th

The JV Soccer Team met IMS for the second time this year and defeated them 5-2. Andrew and Alex split the time in the goal cage and each player only allowed one goal. Offensively in the first half, Alex assisted in 2 goals. He passed a great ball to Christian who scored and a short time later he passed off to Isabel who put her shot away. Chloe found the goal cage after dribbling through the defense and later passed off to Christian who tallied his second score of the game. The remaining goal was scored by Andrew after Isabel started the play from mid field. The defense continues to play strong and the fifth grade girls; Caitlin, Chelsea, Erica, and Hannah did an excellent job playing some new positions during the game. Sean showed great aggressive hustle during the second half, putting the ball in the cage after an IMS goal kick. Unfortunately the ball never crossed the line of the 18 yard box. In the last game, Andrew did the same thing. Great offensive play by both boys but the rule of the game is that on a goal kick the ball must clear the 18 yard box before either team can touch it. If the ball doesn't clear the box it's a re-kick. We are learning this rule ......the hard way! Next game is at home against Rumsey on Thursday October 18th. See you Coach R

Schedule of sports games for week beginning Monday October 15th

Varsity Soccer - Monday October 15th @ home v Melrose 3:45 start / 5:00 p.m. pick-up
- Friday October 19th @ home v Mizzentop 3:45 start / 5:00 p.m. pick-up

JV Soccer - Thursday October 18th @ home v Rumsey 3:30 start / 4:45 p.m. pick-up

Field Hockey - Thursday October 18th @ home v Rumsey 3:30 start / 4:45 p.m. pick-up

Varsity Soccer photos from game v Kildonan on Wednesday October 10th