PCCA NEWSLETTER
WINTER 2018
Message from the President
As the winter season is gearing up, the Passaic County Executive Board wishes all our athletes and coaches the best as you compete in league, county, and state championship play. It is our hope that you enjoy the camaraderie of teammates and the thrill of competition. The Passaic County Coaches Association is very proud of the numerous county tournaments it hosts and looks forward to all the excitement that comes along with them. May the New Year bring you and your team success, good health, and happiness.
Colleen M. Moyle
President
Fall Coaches of the Year
Congratulations to the following
Cross-Country (Boys)–Dennys Falcon, Passaic
Cross-Country (Girls)–John Pontes, Clifton
Field Hockey– Krista Provost, West Milford
Football–Rande Roca, Manchester
Gymnastics–Samantha Colangelo, Wayne Valley
Soccer (Boys)–Marc Pollaro, Passaic
Soccer (Girls)–Greg Rehberger, Wayne Hills
Tennis (Girls)–Chad Cole, Clifton
Volleyball–Alima Pudup, Passaic County Tech
Life Member
One outstanding gentleman was inducted as a life member in December at the PCCA Annual Awards Night. Bob Bishop, Wayne Valley, is our newest member of this elite group. If you have a future nominee for this award, contact an executive committee member.
20 Year Service Award
The following were honored for twenty years of service to the county:
Eastern Christian–Terry Allen
Passaic–William Curry
Wayne Hills–Brad Smith & Mike Shale
Wayne Valley–Lorene Bishop
West Milford– Ray La Croix & Craig Spencer
Special Award of Honor
Joe Costello was honored for his contributions to the Passaic County Coaches Association. Joe worked for the Suburban Trends and provided excellent coverage of our county athletes.
Coaches’ Directory
A copy of the directory has been sent to each school. It is suggested that the directory be copied as needed and made available to all your coaches.
News from the Treasurer
All newly appointed coaches should contact their athletic director or county representative to become a member of the PCCA. You must be a member to seed the tournaments, nominate, and vote for all-county athletes, and be eligible for coach of the year. Remember, the county card admits only you and a guest to all county games and should be carried with you. All correspondence to Bob Dondero should be sent to 1206 Richmond Road, West Milford, NJ 07480.
Update Information
Attention all Athletic Directors, County Representatives, and Secretaries: Please update your email addresses, as necessary.
Fall Sports Champions
Cross-Country (Boys)—Passaic HS
Cross-Country (Girls)—Clifton HS
Field Hockey—West Milford HS
Gymnastics—Wayne Valley HS
Soccer (Boys)—Clifton HS
Soccer (Girls)—Lakeland & Wayne Hills HS (co-champions)
Tennis (Girls)—Wayne Hills HS
Volleyball—Wayne Valley
Upcoming Events
Friday, January 19th at the Brownstone – Winter Athletic Directors & Trainers Meeting @ 10 AM
Wednesday, March 27 at the Brownstone – Beefsteak & Awards Night @ 7:30 PM
Thursday, May 24th at the Brownstone – Spring Athletic Directors Meeting @ 10 AM
Monday, June 11th at the Tides – Girls’ All-County Awards Dinner @ 7:00 PM
Tuesday, June 12th at the Tides – Boys’ All-County Awards Dinner @ 7:00 PM
Winter Tournament Dates
Boys’ Basketball—-Saturday, Feb. 17th at Kennedy (Semi-Finals)
Saturday, Feb. 24th at Wayne Valley (Finals)
Girls’ Basketball—-Saturday, Feb. 17th at Kennedy (Semi-Finals)
Saturday, Feb. 24th at Wayne Valley (Finals)
Bowling—-Friday, Jan. 19th at Parkway Lanes
Indoor Track—-Monday, Jan. 29th at Ocean Breeze, Staten Island
Wrestling—-Saturday, Jan. 27th at West Milford
Girls’ Fencing—-Friday, Feb. 9th at Wayne Valley
Swimming—-Saturday, Jan. 6th at Passaic County Tech
Ice Hockey—-Friday, Jan. 12th at Floyd Hall Arena (Preliminary Game)
Saturday, Jan. 13th at Floyd Hall Arena (Semi-Finals)
Monday, Jan. 15th at Floyd Hall Arena (Finals)
Reminder
The next deadline for the newsletter is March 15th. Send all information to Sharon Hughes at sharonhughes13@optonline.net
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