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Courtney Desmond Earns E8 Recognition

Downstate alumni Courtney Desmond, now a freshman middle blocker at Hartwick, was recognized by the Empire 8 coaches for her stellar first season as the Empire 8 announced its 2008 all-conference awards. Desmond received Honorable Mention and was named to the conference Sportswoman of the Year team. She was the only freshman of 18 players recognized on this year's Empire 8 squads. For more details, click here to see the full article.

Jessica Zerega named to the 2008 SUNYAC All Conference Team

Congrats to Downstate Alumni Jessica Zerega for being named to the 2008 SUNYAC All Conference team!  Jessica played three years at Downstate and is currently a Freshman and the starting Libero at SUNY Oneonta with another Downstate alumni, Senior Jessica Ptasnick.  Read more.

Danielle Etta named UPS Player of the Week!

Congratulations to Downstate alumni Dani Etta as she was selected as the UPS Player of the Week! Dani played 6 years for Downstate Juniors and is currently a freshman at the University of Harford. For more details, see the article here.

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BUCKNELL Signs Ragin Jackson for their Fall 2009 Class
JacksonCongrats go out to Ragin Jackson for signing with Coach Cindy Opalski and the Bucknell University Bisons!! Ragin, currently a senior at Hendrick Hudson High School and about to start her second year on Downstate's top 18s team, will be attending Bucknell in the Fall of '09.  Good Luck Ragin and congrats!!
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Team Assignments and Rosters PDF Print E-mail
Sunday, 23 November 2008 18:39

We are starting to post rosters for the teams in the "Team Information" section (see the tab near the top of the page). If you see a mistake, please drop an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and let us know!  All players will need to print the Downstate Member Agreement, fill it in and sign it, and return it along with the initial payment at your next practice.

All Metro team athletes will practice on Monday, December 1st.
12s, 13s, 14s, and 15s teams will practice from 5:30p to 7:30p.
16s and 17s Metro teams will practice from 7:30p to 9:30p.

All Travel team athletes will practice on Tuesday, December 2nd.
14s, 152, and 153 will practice from 5:30p to 7:00p.
151 and 16s will practice from 7:00p to 8:30p.
17s and 18s will practice from 8:30p to 10:00p.

Please note that this is NOT the normal practice schedule. We'll begin regular practices on Sunday, December 7th.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 25 November 2008 16:54
 
Pot-Luck Dinner to Kick Off the New Season! PDF Print E-mail
Saturday, 15 November 2008 22:32

potluckMark your calendars now and reserve Saturday evening, December 6th, for the Downstate Pot-Luck Dinner!  This is the kick off event for the new season and all players should attend, with at least one parent.  We'll cover lots of things about Downstate, expectations, schedules, travel, tournaments, practices, and more!

Plan on arriving at about 6:00p, and dinner will begin by 7:00p.  We could use LOTS of help in setting up as we completely transform the Downstate Athletic Center from a state-of-the-art volleyball facility to a dining hall! Help should plan on arriving around 3:00p.

We are requesting that each of you bring an item from the list below. Each player should bring the item listed next to their team. Please bring your item in a disposable tray or pan if possible. If any serving utensils are required, please bring them and mark them. If for any reason you are unable to attend, please notify your coach immediately.

TEAM POT-LUCK ITEM
18 Black 1 Dessert item
18 Red 1 Covered Dish/Main Course
17 Black 1 Covered Dish/Main Course
17 Red 1 Covered Dish/Main Course
17 Silver 1 Dessert item
16 Black 1 Covered Dish/Main Course
16 Red 1 Salad Item
16 Blue 1 Salad Item
16 Silver 1 Salad Item
15 Black 1 Covered Dish/Main Course
15 Red 1 Dessert Item
15 White 1 Dessert Item
15 Blue 3 Bottles Soda/Juice and 40 Cups
15 Silver 40 Plates, Forks/Spoons/Knives and Napkins Each
14 Black 3 Bottles Soda/Juice and 40 Cups
14 Red 3 Bottles Soda/Juice and 40Cups
14 Blue 3 Bottles Soda/Juice and 40 Cups
13 Blue 40 Plates, Forks/Spoons/Knives and Napkins Each
12 Blue 40 Plates, Forks/Spoons/Knives and Napkins Each
Last Updated on Tuesday, 25 November 2008 16:52
 
HenHud Wins State Championship! PDF Print E-mail
Sunday, 16 November 2008 16:48

HenHudStateChampsCongratulations to Hendrick Hudson as they win the New York Class B State Championship in a thrilling 5 set victory over nationally ranked Eden!  Westlake completed a fantastic season by making it to the finals of Class C and Haldane took 3rd place in class D. Suffern and Fox Lane also had great seasons as they both made it to the State Quarter-Final round.

All five of these outstanding teams are peppered with fellow players from Downstate Juniors!  Be sure to congratulate them when you see them next at the DAC!

Dan and Joel, and the rest of the Downstate coaching staff, are proud of all the outstanding athletes that competed in the New York state championships!

Bravo!
Last Updated on Sunday, 16 November 2008 17:35