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Article by Hall of Fame committee, photo by Kathy Kemp Throughout his career, Mike has earned six Varsity Letters — Football (2), Wrestling (2), Baseball (2) — and won the following awards: • • • • •
Breslowski Award — Outstanding Junior Ter Louw Award — Outstanding Senior Wagner Award — Leadership VFW Award — Citizenship Fitzsimmons Award — Wrestler of the Year
A First Division I wrestler from BHS, Mike attended the University of Notre Dame on a wrestling scholarship. As a three-year starter and team captain, he played football as a walk-on. Mike was also a part of the Notre
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Section V Baseball Hall of Fame welcomes new members Article and photos by Ory Mee The Section V Baseball Hall of Fame welcomed its next induction class on June 25th at Frontier Field, before the Rochester Red Wings Triple-A professional game. There are former coaches at Batavia and Kendall, plus former players at Brockport, Bath-Haverling, and Irondequoit in this year’s group. Click on the Section V Hall of Fame link at www.sectionvbaseball.com to see nomination forms.
This year’s class: Peter Agostinelli from Brockport played with the Blue Devils from 1985-87, before moving on to Monroe Community College, University of South Carolina-Upstate then the Philadelphia Phillies organization. Rick Czajkowski from Bath Haverling was a 1988 graduate who played shortstop for three seasons. Drafted by the Houston Astros, he also played on scholarship at Ohio University. Pep Johnson, a Batavia coach, coached the Blue Devils from 197398, winning several Section V
championships and Monroe County league/division titles. Richard Reynolds was a Brockport player and Kendall coach. The Cleveland Indians drafted the 1950 Brockport graduate. Reynolds enlisted in the Marines and later earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees. He coached at Kendall for 21 years and became the school’s athletic director. Richard Smith from Irondequoit pitched at Irondequoit before moving on to the University of Maryland and the Baltimore Orioles organization. He remains involved in the game through the youth programs in Penfield.
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Kendall Graduates Excel Sheena Maynard
Graduated Kendall 2003 Sheena Maynard graduated from Kendall in 2003. She played Soccer 1, 2, 3, Volleyball 4, and Basketball 1, 2. In her junior and senior years, she played AAU for St. Monica’s travel team. During that time, she played all over the North East, and she only lost one game in her two years as player. In 2003, Sheena moved to Florida to attend Eastern Florida State, taking Veterinary Technology. She earned Associate of Science in 2005 and Associate of Arts in 2006. Sheena made the All-Florida Academic Team and won a full scholarship to St Petersburg College. She graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2007 with a Bachelor of Applied
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Science in Veterinary Technology, Clinical, and Hospital Management. Between 2013 and 2015, Sheena worked at Suntree Animal Hospital, Animal Cancer Clinic, and Kehoe Animal Clinic while taking pre-requisite classes for Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Holds a student flying license for single engine aircraft. In 2017, Sheena is attending University of Florida Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program.
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Graduated Kendall 2001 Jared Maynard graduated from Kendall 2001. He played Soccer 1,2,3,4, Golf 1,2,3,4, and Basketball 1,2,3,4 He moved to varsity basketball as a sophomore. He won one sectional title in his junior year and was named to the Section V all-tournament team. Jared moved to Florida to attend Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), majoring in Aviation Management from 2001 until 2004, and he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He earned his Masters in Business from Florida Institute of Technology in 2010, graduating Magna Cum Laude.
He holds many pilots certificates including commercial instrument pilot (ASEL, Jared Maynard AMEL, and ASES), and he is a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, and MEI) He served as Grounds Operation Manager for FIT aviation from 2001 until 2005, he was a Corporate Pilot for Communications Laboratories Inc from 2005 until 2008, and he served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Communications Laboratories Inc from 2006 to 2011. In 2011, he was promoted to Vice-President Sales & Marketing at Communications Laboratories, and he held that post until 2016, when he accepted his current position at Sat Com Direct as Aircraft Resale Sales Manager. Jared married Megan Kuenzer, a Physician Assistant, in 2010. Jared also holds many Scuba certifications, including TDI — cave and trimix, EFR Instructor — CPR/AED/ First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult, PADI – Open Water Instructor, SSI – Century 100 Instructor, Scuba-pro — certified Technician.
Pushing BAC the Effects of Cancer for Boaters and their Families
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U.S. Brig Niagara made her debut in Rochester, New York Article and photos by Marianne Warfle The U.S. Brig Niagara sailed into the Port of Rochester Marina in Rochester, New York, Thursday, July 26, 2017 for a full weekend of touring. Niagara was captained by Rochester native David Goldman, and the Rochester community came out in droves on a beautiful weekend in Charlotte to board and tour an authentic War of 1812 Flagship. “We’re elated at the success of our debut in the City of Rochester. We certainly hope the community enjoyed this historical experience and we are able to make Rochester an annual visiting port as we move forward,” said E. Shawn Waskiewicz, Executive Director of the Flagship Niagara League. Marianne Warfle, Harbor Master of the Port of Rochester Marina, said, “We are so excited to have hosted the U.S. Brig Niagara to the City of Rochester. Our city and port have so much to offer, and we’re thrilled to be able to showcase that with the addition of this historic tall ship.” While Niagara was in port, tours were offered daily, and $1.00 from each ticket sold was donated to support the
Strong Museum of Play. Visitors also had the opportunity to experience firsthand a tall ship under full sail with a sold out four-hour sail on Monday, July 31st. It was an incredible sight off the shores of Lake Ontario as the crew and guests worked the sails on a relatively windy day. Pennsylvania’s U.S. Brig Niagara is a reproduction of the relief flagship, the Commodore, that Oliver Hazard Perry captained in the Battle of Lake Erie, a major naval battle of the War of 1812. Port visitors enjoyed learning about the history of the ship as well as the diverse maritime experiences of our crew. Guests were welcome to come aboard to authentically interpret life at sea, maritime history, and Niagara’s role in the War of 1812.
The U.S. Brig Niagara is owned by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, administered by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, and is operated by the Flagship Niagara League (FNL), a 501 (C)(3) non-profit educational associate organization of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), chartered to facilitate citizen participation and operation of the U.S. Brig Niagara and its homeport, Erie Maritime Museum.
Recreation and Community Centers across the city have a new name. Introducing R-Centers, a bold new take on city recreation. The new R-Centers are more than just a new name, they are a complete rethinking of what it means to be a true community center. It is a promise to Rochester residents to be a positive force in the community that molds and changes lives. R-Centers strive to meet this mission by offering first-rate programs, facilities and professional staff to promote healthy living, education, creativity, self-discovery and positive relationships.
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Roosevelt Bouie: Floating to rebound Article and photos by David Brickman, owner of Bodymind Float Center At seven feet tall, Roosevelt Bouie is a gentle giant — if you meet him off the court. He speaks quietly, and he laughs a lot. “When you get used to feeling good, you want to feel good all the time. I live a clean life. I don’t drink; I don’t smoke; I take care of myself. I’ve tried everything. The thing that impressed me the most was floating.” Bouie led the Syracuse Orangemen to four NCAA tournaments and played in Italy’s top professional league where he was a five-time all-star player. “I was very methodical with my fitness during my playing career. I had my own stationary bike, stair climber, whirlpool, ultrasound, heating lamps. I took really good care of myself. I would stretch for a half hour before and after practice. “Once I hurt my back when my chiropractor was on tour with the Italian national soccer team. Athletes will do whatever it takes to feel better. I knew someone who had a float tank. I had nothing to lose, so I gave it a try. I got in the tank and closed the door. Five minutes later I was asleep. I remember dreaming in technicolor. I woke and wondered what position my body was in, something athletes generally
know at all times. I imagined I was lying with my legs together and my arms at my sides. To my surprise, I discovered I was spread out and totally relaxed. I arched my back and, to my amazement, my entire spine cracked, from my neck to my lower back. It was the most incredible thing. When I got out of the tank the pain was gone and I was totally rejuvenated. It changed my whole outlook.” Bouie still vividly recalls the demands of playing professionally. “During a game, you work your muscles to the extreme. Afterwards you have to detox. We’d have a day and a half off. Then we’d practice just to break a sweat and get rid of some of the toxins. If I could have floated, it would have relieved me of all the toxins, all the stiffness. I wouldn’t have lost that day and a half. I could have done that in one hour in a float tank!” Bouie is convinced that floatation therapy is a boon to the serious athlete. “It would definitely be beneficial to players. Once I tried a float tank, I wanted to have one in my house so I
could use it every day. When I was hurt, I would go into a game feeling like I was wearing a heavy suit.” He laughs, “After floating, I felt like, ‘You better stay out of my way’! Being an athlete, you want to feel the best you can every day, all day-and you strive to do that. I know that if an athlete tries floating, they’re going to like it. If I had known about floating during my career, I would have played four or five more years.” With locations in Rochester and Syracuse, you can learn more at www.BodymindFloatCenter.com.
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Kendall Eagles soar to great academic heights Article by Kevin Watson, Athletic Director at Kendall Central School District and photo by Sue Kingsbury In August, Kendall Central School District was one of six schools in Section V (approximately 110 schools) to receive the New York State Public High School Athletic Association’s School of Excellence Award — a coveted honor awarded only to schools that feature 90 percent or more of their varsity teams with a GPA of 90 percent or higher. 93 percent of Kendall’s Varsity Teams maintained a GPA of 90 percent or higher during the 2016-2017 school year! Front (L-R): Michela Hanlon (Varsity Soccer), Shianna Patten (Varsity Volleyball), Taylor ReQua (Varsity Soccer), Megan Hardenbrook (Varsity Soccer), Miguel Aguirre (Varsity Soccer), Jeremy Browe (Varsity Soccer), Lyndsay Wright (Varsity Soccer). Back: Kevin Watson (Athletic Director at Kendall Central School District)
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the season. She is also a two-time ECC Rookie of the Week recipient. She ranked fifth in class C for goals and assists scoring 29 goals and 7 assists her senior year. In addition to soccer, Maya was also high school track standout. She was a member of the 4x400 relay that was ranked the ninth-fastest in the nation at the National Junior Olympics in 2012. She holds five school records in track for the 100, 800, 4x100 relay, 4x400 relay, and 4x800 relay.
IU Men’s Golf Adds Evan Gaesser to Roster Indiana University men’s golf head coach Mike Mayer has announced that Evan Gaesser will join the program starting this fall after transferring from LaSalle University. Gaesser will be a sophomore at Indiana and has three years of eligibility remaining. “We think that Evan can come in and fill a much-needed role for us,” Coach Mayer said. “He had an outstanding freshman year at LaSalle and is finishing up a very solid summer of golf that has included winning the 90th Annual Rochester Country Club
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Invitational and playing very well in an elite field at the Monroe Invitational. He is a very fundamentally sound golfer with impeccable academic credentials. We think he’s going to be a great fit, not just to our team, but to the university overall, and we look forward to working with him.” Gaesser finished the 2016-17 season at LaSalle with a scoring average of 75.68, which ranked second on the team.
Maya Rutland #13 Soccer Maya is a Freshman (2016) at Roberts Wesleyan College. She started in all 17 games and finished the season tied for second on the team in points with 11 (5 goals, 1 assist), tied with twin sister Taylor. She registered 32 total shots during
Taylor Rutland #12 Soccer Taylor is a Freshman (2016) at Roberts Wesleyan College. She has played in 16 games with six total starts. She has scored five goals with one assist and ranks second
sports@school on the team with 34 total shots. Taylor attended Kendall High School where she played midfielder and forward. She was named Section V All-Star two times, and she was twice honored to the Genesee Region League All-Star Team. She ranked 18th in class C for goals and assists, and totaled 21 goals and 20 assists in her three years on the varsity squad. She played premier club soccer for Rochester Jr.
Rhinos. The club team participated in NYW State Cup Final Four. In addition to soccer, Taylor was also high school track standout. She was a member of 4x400 relay that was ranked the ninth-fastest in the nation at the National Junior Olympics in 2012. She holds seven school records in track for the 400, 200, high jump, shot put, 4x100 relay, 4x400 relay and 4x800 relay.
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