Friday, September 23, 2016 The Garden City News
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The Men’s Association News Thunder 8’s fall short against Rosedale New President
Congratulations and all the best to incoming President Jim Connolly !!! Many thanks and much appreciation to outgoing President John Blair for all his efforts during his two years of service to the TMA!
President’s Bio
Conor Fortney (31), Timothy Levelis (55) and the entire defense played a great game holding Rosedale to only 6 points. The Thunder 8’s took the long drive to Queens this past Sunday but the outcome was not what they hoped for as they lost in a hard fought game to the Rosedale Jets 0-6. Team Captains James Delligatti, Kevin Brennan, Justin Baiker and James Sullivan met the Jets for the pregame coin toss and it was decided that Garden City would get the ball first. Quarterback Ryan Haniffy handed the ball off to Owen Andersen and Chase Kraus for some tough yards but they were unsuccessful in their initial drive and turned the ball over on downs. Rosedale would test the Thunder defense and they were successful on a long run down the left sideline. They were able to follow that up and finish their drive with a touchdown but the defense held strong and stopped the extra point attempt. That early touchdown would be the only scoring of the game as The Thunder defense led by Linebacker Matt Uhoda, and defensive lineman Kieran Walsh and Garvis Toler shut down any further Rosedale momentum. James Logler and Alex Giuffre were able to clog up the middle of the defense while Timothy
Levelis and Conor Fortney contained the edge for Garden City. Mark Gemmel and Angelo Cupani also took their turn at stuffing the Jets while Patrick Corrigan and Gabe Cohen continued to send Rosedale backwards. The secondary was on their toes and Chris Dell, Patrick Polley, Troy Kakoyiannis and Greg Buccella were terrific all game against the speedy Jets. The Thunder Offense was able to put together a second half drive that took them all the way inside the Rosedale 5 yard line led by amazing runs by Quarterback, William Lentini and running back, Merit Ruckh as well as strong upfront blocking by Mike Griffin and Thomas Gamba. However Rosedale was able to hold tough and Garden City’s drive would unfortunately fall short of the end zone. The Thunder 8’s will be back on the road next Sunday against Long Beach. They are excited to get back a healthy Will Mattice, who was injured for the Rosedale game. The boys have been dedicating themselves to this team and working extremely hard since August 1st. They will learn from this loss and be better in the end because of it.
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Jim Connolly is the newest president of the TMA, now at the start of his two year term. He is a 1987 graduate of Garden City High School, having played on the soccer and basketball teams. He then attended St. John’s University, where he was a member of the soccer program, finishing his studies in 1991. Jim, and his wife Kathy have four children, Luke who is a junior and James a freshman, both at GCHS. Finn is in 7th grade and attends the Middle School. The youngest is their daughter, Kate, a fourth grader. In addition to his responsibilities with the TMA, Jim has been very involved with the Boards of the GCYL and Centennials. He has been an active coach for his children in GCAA and CYO Basketball, Centennial Soccer, Thunder Football and GCYL Lacrosse. Best of luck Jim !!!
Next Meeting
Attention all Directors! The second meeting of the year will be held at Doc O’Grady’s in early October. Watch for the e-mail to be sent by the President for exact details. Please make every effort to attend. Your voice needs to be heard!
50/50 Raffles
This is usually the biggest fundraiser of the year. Tickets have been distributed thru the “fall mailing” to all Garden City residents. Additional will be on sale at all home football games. Also, see the TMA website for direst purchases or send an e-mail to tmagcny@gmail. com to request more tix. The drawing of the winning numbers will be held at halftime of the last home football game, Saturday, October 22nd. REMINDER: All Directors are responsible for selling $500 worth of tickets.
Upcoming GCHS Home Schedule
Friday, Sept. 23---Girls JV Soccer, 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24---Boys JV Soccer, 10:00 a.m.; Varsity Football, 2:00 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26---Girls Varsity Tennis, 4:15 p.m.; Girls JV Field Hockey, 4:30 p.m.; Girls JV Soccer, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 27---Boys Varsity Golf (at Cherry Valley Club), 3:30 p.m.; Boys Varsity Soccer, 4:15 p.m.; Girls JV Volleyball, 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 28---Boys Varsity Golf (at Garden City Country Club), 3:30 p.m.; Girls JV Tennis, 4:15 p.m.; Girls JV Field Hockey, 4:30 p.m.; Girls Varsity Soccer, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 29---Girls Varsity Volleyball, 4:30 p.m.; Boys JV Soccer, 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30---Girls JV Soccer,
4:30 p.m.; Girls Varsity Field Hockey, 4:30 p.m.; Girls Varsity Tennis, 4:45 p.m.
TMA Website
Now can be accessed thru www. gctma.org. Note: this is the new web site we have been working towards which is much more friendlier “domain” name. Check it out !!! Signup to be a Director, ability to pay dues, make a donation to one of our many causes, etc. Take a look. We welcome all feedback!
Facebook page
Yes, we have reached the modern times Another venue to find out about the TMA and all we do!
Who we are
For over 80 years, The Men’s Association or simply the TMA has supported the athletic and social activities of students in the Garden City schools and promoted good sportsmanship as well as ideal citizenship. The TMA is composed of more than 100 active Directors, 50 Life Directors and 500 Family members. With the generous support of our fellow residents, the Men’s Association has been involved in a great number of projects covering a wide range of interests. While we are still primarily committed to the athletic programs at the Middle School and High School, in recent years the TMA has expanded their support and sponsorship to other programs benefiting a wider range of students in the Garden City Schools. Some of these programs are SEPTA, the Jamie and Paige Malone Foundation, Best Buddies, the GC High School Marching Band, BAA/GAA Awards Night, Middle School Bagel Bash, Reeves Scholarship, Bethany LeSueur Jersey Retirement Ceremony, GCHS Stem Program, CPR training for all coaches, HUDL, 9th grade BBQ, Kickline, GCTA Hurricane Relief Fundraiser and the FatherDaughter and Mother-Son dances. All of this would not be possible without your continued assistance on aiding all we do. Thanks to all who contribute!
How You Can Join
The TMA is always looking for potential new members. If you’re a father who has a child or children in the GC School District and are willing to be involved please contact one of the Officers or Directors for an application. Thanks for all your support! Special thanks to all those who have joined as family members! Go Trojans! Important - Any directors who have not paid their annual dues, please mail your $100 check to the treasurer!
TMA Officers
Jim Connolly--Incoming President John Blair--Outgoing President Bob Leggett---Treasurer Pete Haeffner Rob McLoughlin Bob Basel