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FALCON SUCCESS 2011 CONTINUES
Posted: Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 19:33
FALCONS FLYING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
As we wade through that ocean of emotion that is North Catholic Soccer this holiday season, we take comfort and pride in the recent accomplishments and milestones of our soccer alumni.
On Tuesday evening, Wendell "Steve" Beres '00, former All-Catholic and Catholic League Champ at NC, completed his third season as head coach at Council Rock North. The Indians made it to the semi-finals of the state tournament before succumbing to No. 1-ranked Conestoga in Pks. Assisted by long- time North coach Tom Crossett, Rock won their division in regular season play. Beres is employed by the U.S. government at the Naval Depot and is the father of two young girls with one on the way. He and his wife Kate reside in Montgomeryville.
Congratulations to Pat Farrell '71, head coach of LaSalle University soccer, on guiding the Explorers to the semi-finals of the A-10 tounament. Future Hall of Famer goalkeeper John McCarthy patrolled the box for Coach Farrell. McCarthy leads the nation in two categories for LaSalle. Sophomore Nicky Stangler of Gwynedd-Mercy attained all-conference honors.
An overflow crowd filled Shissler Rec/Newt's Field on Saturday, Nov. 5 to witness the greatest scholastic stars in Philadelphia history as the North Catholic Soccer Alumni game returned to its roots in Fishtown. No less than ten Hall of Famers were in attendance as a spirited touch game played out in front of an enthusiastic audience. Following the game the Falcon booters visited the Starboard Side Tavern at Gaul and Norris where local Fishtown men Jerry Franklin, Half Moon McKnight and Dennis Maguire hosted an evening of fun, fellowship and soft drinks. Pictures of the epic event are on Dave Rotan's Facebook page, and we thank him for his most talented effort on our behalf.
Congratulations are in order for North Catholic greats Steve Wacker, Steve Pio, Kevin Olinger, and Joey Rudolph on the births of their first children (that we know of). Hall of Famer Pat Morris will once again put on the boots in the MISL. Congrats also to Tony Rod Jr. on his nuptuals to Mel. (that's a wedding)
On behalf of North Catholic Soccer, Happy Thanksgiving to all and we'll see you at the football ga.....oh, no I guess we won't. Thanks Vince, thanks Joe!
NEVER FORGET, NEVER FORGIVE.
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FALCONS DOMINATE PCL ALL-CATHOLIC SELECTIONS
Posted: Saturday, October 29, 2011 at 13:23
North Catholic Soccer Continues to Dominate City Soccer
Seven North soccer players were selected to the PCL All-Catholic teams last week much to the chagrin of those weasels named Joe and Vince. Hard to believe that after two years, North soccer continues to influence outcomes and titles.
Five Norphons were selected to the coveted First Team. These boys are Sr. Khristian Hall of LaSalle (and a four time All-Catholic selection), Sr. Matt Martinez of Archbishop Ryan (two time selection), Jr. Justine Hiltwine of Fr. Judge and from Roman Catholic, Srs. Tom Kostic and Norman “Boomer” Stiegelman.
Named to the Second team and first time selections were Jrs. Danny O’Brien and Dylan Rutledge.
Congratulations to each and every one of you. Falcons Till You Die.
On Sunday, October 29th, weather permitting, 11 North Catholic Falcons will battle for the chance to compete in the PCL final on Tuesday. This game, matching Judge vs. Roman, is a reply of a game played a week ago that saw these teams tie 1-1. In the first game, Ryan vs. LaSalle, first teamers Hall and Martinez will battle one another for the other slot.
FABLIO!
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SECOND SEASON: NORTH TITLE HUNTING AGAIN
Posted: Sunday, October 23, 2011 at 18:51
PCL Enters Second Season
North a Major Factor in 2011 Playoffs
On Tuesday, the quarter-finals of the PCL 2011 season will take place and like every year since the PCL began playing soccer; North Catholic is a prime contributor to those teams that are succeeding. This is much to the angst of the Archdiocese who despicably believed that by now, North would be a distant memory. Well, just like its abuse and pedophile problems, it will take a couple of millenniums to forget North Catholic. I guess Joe and Vince failed at this time and this is why we will Never Forget and we will Never forgive. I digress, as usual and again……
At LaSalle this year, Sr. Khristian Hall has been a major cog in the offensive success of the Explorers. This team is both undefeated in the PCL and unscored upon. Hall has been one of the centerpieces of the lineup contributing to this success. There are several other Explorers who should have ended up at North as well but I will not digress again, at least this time.
Judge, standing second, cannot roll without the midfield play of Jr. Justine Hiltwine. He is joined by Jr. Kevin Lockhart (currently injured) and Jr. Teddy Machioca as part of the Crusaders who this year broke out an all red uniform. I could never think that red would be a bad color until you see this outfit. Style points not, but they could win it all nonetheless.
Ryan landed third and one of the prime reasons is the play of Sr. defender Matt Martinez. Matt patrols the backline of the Raiders defensive line and his effectiveness is no less than some of the great Ryan “sweepers” from years past. Ryan will not be successful without Martinez having a good game.
Finally there is the Cahillites of Roman. They landed in fourth and received a first round bye as a result. They will open against Egan on Tuesday at 6 PM at Lighthouse Field. Roman was the main repository of the North boys with its closing. Jr. Dylan Rutledge, Jr. Dan O’Brien, Jr. Mike Flanagan, Jr. Billy Broadbent have been a huge part of this resurgence but the two mainstays this year have been Sr. Norman “Boomer” Stiegelman and Defender, Tommy Kostic. Roman seems to be peaking as this second season approaches. I would be remiss if I did not point out that Asst. Head Coach Jerry Brindisi is a major major reason for this success. Last year’s goal was to make the playoffs, this year’s was to earn a bye and win a quarter-final game. Tuesday will unveil how successful this year has been.
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