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Eastern Rensselaer County's Community Newspaper

Hoosick School Dist.

Panthers Hold On To Win, 21 – 17, After Postponement For No Refs

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by Steve Bradley

The Panthers had a different type of weekend starting at kick-off time on Friday evening. Everything was in place for Friday night lights at HFCS – Class C Hoosick Falls Panthers against Class B Broadalbin – Perth Patriots. The teams were ready, the snack bar was open, the crowd was pumped, and the weather was warm. The Alma Mater and the Star Spangled Banner were sung, and the crowd cheered. Let the game begin. Oh, wait, there are no referees. We can’t play a football game without referees.

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The College Completion Project At HFCS

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by Alex Brooks

At the Hoosick Falls School Board meeting on September 18 School District Superintendent Ken Facin talked about the College Completion Project that he has initiated at Hoosick Falls.

He said many students don’t even start thinking about college until they are a junior or senior in the high school, which he said is “way too late.” He said, “We want to expose students at an early age” to the possibilities for higher education so that an awareness of and aspiration to higher education can help them prepare themselves to be successful getting into college and in their studies once they get there.

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Letter To The Editor – Does HFCS Know What The ADA Is?

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Dear Editor:

On Thursday afternoon (September 4) I went to a local automotive repair business in Bennington, VT, to have my wheelchair van’s oil changed and checked before I drove to the Syracuse Carrier Dome on Sunday, September 7, to watch the Hoosick Falls Football Team, of which my son is a member, play in the High School Kick-off Classic, one of only 18 schools in New York State to receive the honor, but the mechanic drove it off the side of the cement lift slamming the van into a cement wall leaving it severely damaged and unsafe to drive to Syracuse

Since I am a quadriplegic of 43 years and use a power wheelchair for mobility I am forced to use a vehicle that either has a wheelchair lift or a ramping system. My son knowing that Hoosick Falls was sending buses for cheerleaders/band and fans took it upon himself on Friday to ask the Athletic Director (Mr. Tom Husser) if one of the wheelchair buses could be sent so his dad could go? He was told NO, without hesitation.

Some of the football coaches also asked; they, too, were told no. My wife and other ambulatory parents were allowed to ride the fan buses but not me. On the bus ride to Syracuse, my wife was told by the driver, if more ambulatory buses were needed, they were to be added.

Recently I went with my son to the yearly Code of Conduct meeting required for any student who is going to play sports at Hoosick Falls. Two ex-NAVY SEALS spoke about how it takes parents, coaches, students and school administrators working together for the students’ teams to be successful.

I think the students, coaches and parents understand the philosophy, but I am not sure the school administration does. My son is a senior, and unless the football team ends up in the championship game again, I will never get to see my son’s team play at the Dome again. I know Coach Jones and his team will try their hardest to make it back to the Dome, and I pray that happens, but just in case it doesn’t, I have to ask again WHY COULDN’T THEY SEND A LIFT BUS to allow me or a student or any other individual with a disability to go to the game?

So I ask, why couldn’t a lift equipped bus have been added? I have managed transportation systems throughout the United States for over 35 years and during most of that time the Americans with Disabilities Act (passed July 26, 1991) which protects persons with disabilities from discriminations has been in effect. Doesn’t the Hoosick Falls Administration know what the ADA is?

On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was told to move to the back of the city bus but stood her ground by refusing, and the whole world heard her. Fifty-nine years later discrimination still exists, however, now, individuals try harder to keep it quiet!

Sincerely,

Richard Pitt

Oak Street, Hoosick Falls

Panthers Maul Bengals, 58 – 6

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by Steve Bradley

Tamarac. They never had a chance.

After making the short drive down Route 7 to Tamarac High School, the Panthers took to the field last Friday to face the Tamarac Bengals. The Bengals were bringing their 0 – 2 record into the game and hoping to end the Panthers’ 52 game Section II winning streak.

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Panther Field Hockey – Shut Out, Shut Out, Shut Out

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by Steve Bradley

Last Thursday the Panther field hockey team travelled down Route 22 to Taconic Hills High. The Panthers defeated the Titans 6 – 0. Caytlyn Springer tallied two goals, Liz Ryan, Ally Burdick, Maddy Ryan and Alexis Carreas each had one goal in the victory. Maddy and Liz Ryan each added one assist.

Cassie Sherman had two saves in goal; the Taconic Hills goalie made 21.

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HFCS Ladies Soccer Wins Three

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by Steve Bradley

The HFCS Ladies soccer team is on a roll, ending the week with a 7 – 1 overall record and 6 – 0 in league play. Over the past week the Panthers defeated Cambridge, Stillwater and Greenwich.

At home on DeLurey Field, in the Cambridge game, the Panthers took a 2 goal lead into the half and won the game going away, 5 – 1. Rachel Pine and Taylor Mann each scored twice, and Jordyn Haynes scored once to take the win. Goalie Jayde Tutunjian had five saves. Cambridge goalie Courtney Davis had 11 saves for the Indians.

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HFCS Flu Shot Clinic

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An on site flu shot clinic is being held on Wednesday, October 8, at Hoosick Falls Central School from 2 to 5 pm. The clinic will be in the auditorium on the stage. Enter through the high school.

The clinic is open to the public – to parents, children and adults in the community. The shot is covered by insurance or a fee of $27. The shots are being given by Blue Shield and the HFCS Wellness Committee.

HFCS Pre-Licensing Course

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The NYS  5 hour pre-licensing course, needed to obtain a NYS driver’s license, will be offered on Thursday, October 2, at the Hoosick Falls Central School.  Registration is that evening from 4:30 to 5 pm in the High School office. Preregistration is not needed.  A valid learner’s permit and $35 correct cash or check is needed.  Please call Terri Burdick, registrar, (686-9492, x 1034) with any questions.

Panthers Blast Past Lake George/Hadley-Luzerne, 41 – 0

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by Steve Bradley

On a drizzly Friday evening, the Hoosick Falls Panthers Football team completely dominated Lake George / Hadley-Luzerne. The Panthers took control, once again, on the first offensive play of the game. Quarterback Garrett Wright took the snap and lofted a perfectly thrown pass to Austin Pitt, who was racing down the sideline. Pitt continued down the sideline until he was in the end zone. The 55 yard play gave the Panthers a 6 – 0 lead seconds into the game, and they would never look back.

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