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Hand sets school record as Spartan field hockey wins on Senior Day

QUEENSBURY — The Queensbury varsity field hockey team celebrated its seniors on Tuesday, earning a 10-0 win over Gloversville.

Senior Dani Hand scored six goals for the Spartans, setting a new single-game team record. Hand had previously tied the school record with a five-goal game in September of last season. Kara Zappone (2002) and Deb Roberts (1975) also scored five goals in one game for the Spartans.

Kendra Ballard had a goal and an assist, while Katie Gannon, Maddy Moger, and Mia Lemery all added goals. Kaitlyn Barton had two assists for Queensbury, while Gianna Marcantonio and Brianna Zehr each added one assist.

Larissa Sheffield stopped nine shots in goal for Gloversville, who were held without a shot on goal in the game. 

Queensbury will play at Schuylerville at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, finishing the regular season with a road contest against Granville at 4:30 p.m. Friday.

Queensbury tennis advances past Scotia-Glenville in sectionals

QUEENSBURY — The Queensbury varsity girls tennis team picked up a playoff win on Tuesday, advancing to the Section 2 Class A semifinals with a 5-2 win over Scotia-Glenville at home.

The Spartans improved to 13-3 on the season, and will face #1 seed Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake in the semifinals at 3 p.m. today. Full results from the quarterfinal match are below.

Singles

  1. Isabel Amurao (S-G) def. Nicole Greenstein, 7-5, 6-0.
  2. Lindsey Pepe (QBY) def. Lillian Liberatore, 6-7 (2-7), 6-3, 11-9*.
  3. Tessa Murray (QBY) def. Natalie McGlauflin, 6-2, 7-5.
  4. Emma Klejsmyt (S-G) def. Briana Guay, 6-3, 6-2.
  5. Johanna Troelstra (QBY) def. Ana Kittle, 6-4, 6-2.

*= The third set was played as a tiebreaker after the team match was clinched.

Doubles

  1. Lilly Trowbridge / Sedona Jones (QBY) def. Amelia Diggins / Allison McGlauflin, 6-2, 6-0.
  2. Maria Conway / Amy Winchell (QBY) def. Hailey Suits / Jillian Edgar, 6-0, 6-0.

Donald Raymond

FORT ANN — Donald Ivan Raymond, 33, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 6, 2022.

Born October 2, 1989, in Glens Falls he was the son of the late Barry G. Raymond.

Donald attended Fort Ann Central schools and went on to work as a roofer for many years. He was married to Tamara Miller.

He truly loved helping people and was a hero in the eyes of all who knew him. He was the kind of person who would give you the shirt off his back and would go without to make sure everyone else was provided for. He just wanted to fit in and be accepted.

Some of Donald’s enjoyments in life were fishing, camping, bonfires, boating, swimming, the great outdoors, riding his motorbike, roofing, and working with his hands. He had a love of all children, especially his own son and daughter.

In addition to his father, Donald was predeceased by his brother, Barry G. Raymond, Jr.

Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Charlotte; wife, Tamara Miller; children, Raynan Raymond and Ryland Daniels; stepsister, Shannon; several aunts and uncles, most notably, Deborah Turnbull who was like a mother to Donald and raised him as her own; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; as well as many friends.

There will be no calling hours.

The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to Baker Funeral Home, for a wonderful job and all of their help at such a difficult time.

In loving memory of Donald, contributions may be made to SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Ave., Queensbury, NY 12804, or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 2 Pine West Plaza #202, Albany, NY 12205.

Condolences may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.

Kimiko Kurosaka

QUEENSBURY — Kimiko Lynn Kurosaka, 64, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2022, at her home.

Born September 21, 1958, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of George and Mikiko (Kashiwabara) Kurosaka.

Kimiko earned her bachelor’s degree and went on to work in the Snuggery at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Some of her enjoyments in life were Harry Potter, reading, doing crafts, and going skiing.

In addition to her parents, Kimiko was predeceased by her sister, Jane Kurosaka.

Those left to cherish her memory are her uncles, Kiyo (Amy) Kashiwabara and John; aunt, Sakai Hata; cousins, Mits, Dora, and Holly Kashiwabara; also, her beloved collie, Arienn.

Calling hours will take place Wednesday, October 12, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804.

A graveside ceremony will take place on Friday, October 14, at 11:00 a.m. in Pine View Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at 13 Arbutus Dr., in Queensbury following the graveside ceremony.

The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the wonderful caregivers who have taken care of Kimiko (Kimi) for the last few years. This includes, Rebecca Hack, Theresa Hack, Shelby Hack, Brooke Viele, Kerry Gabrielle Maclin, Tess Harrington, Linda LaFond and all the other ladies who had a special place in Kimi’s heart. 

Condolences and floral arrangements may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.

Police Blotter: October 3 – October 9, 2022

William G. McNeff, 35, was arrested for Violation of Family Court Act

Kristopher T. Green, 34, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle, Aggravated DWI; 1st Offense

Alfred L. Lambdin, 39, was arrested on an active warrant

Ashley L. Buckley, 28, was arrested for Petit Larceny

Katherine J. Frasier, 26, was arrested for 3rd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle

Amanda L. Mitchell, 38, was arrested for Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance

Lyisha L. Newton, 36, was arrested for 2nd Degree Aggravated Unlicensed Operation

Mace M. McCann, 30, was arrested for Aggravated DWI; 1st Offense

Devin J. Brown, 23, was arrested for 4th Degree Criminal Mischief

Kendra E. Swisher, 26, was arrested for 2nd Degree Harassment

WARREN COUNTY SHERIFF

On Saturday Oct 8 at approximately 3:41 p.m. the Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a single motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Potter Road and West Mountain Road in the Town of Queensbury. Investigators determined that the operator of the vehicle, Michael J. Duell, 27, of Queensbury, was intoxicated. Duell later submitted to a chemical test to determine the alcohol content of his blood, the results of which showed a BAC of .26%. Duell was issued an appearance ticket for Felony Aggravated Driving While Intoxicated, Felony Driving While Intoxicated having had a prior conviction within the last 10 years, and Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident. Duell is due in Queensbury Town Court at a later date.

On Saturday Oct 8 the Warren County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a stolen motor vehicle from the Full Belly Deli located at 2378 State Route 28 in the Town of Johnsburg. During the course of a police investigation it was determined that the vehicle was stolen by a 38-year-old parolee, William J. Blair of Indian Lake. Blair was charged with one felony count of Grand Larceny in the Third Degree and a subsequent parole violation. He was arraigned at the Warren County Centralized Arraignment Court and remanded to the Warren County Correctional Facility. He is scheduled to appear in the Johnsburg Town Court on a later date.

Glens Falls names Drawbridge as new Communications Director

Photo by Super Source Media

GLENS FALLS — Glens Falls Mayor Bill Collins announced today that he has appointed Tim Drawbridge as the city’s next Communications Director.

Drawbridge, a native of South Glens Falls, currently serves as a meteorologist for WTEN-TV in Albany, but he has a history of developing public relations campaigns, and assisting local nonprofits with developing and distributing messages, according to a release from the Mayor’s office.

“We are happy to add Tim to our great team working hard in City Hall,” Mayor Collins said in the release. “His work behind the scenes, literally, with regional nonprofits to help them develop their outreach and their voices will be very helpful as the City develops new outreach processes. Tim’s communications talent is evident, as anyone who has watched him deliver his reports on TV.”

“I am very happy to join the team at this exciting time in the city’s long history,” Drawbridge said. “Between the Downtown Revitalization Initiative plans that are moving forward, and the historic investments in paving and sidewalks in the city’s neighborhoods, there’s a lot happening in ‘Hometown USA.’”

Drawbridge officially began his role today on a part-time basis until his contract with WTEN-TV is fulfilled. 

“I am looking forward to digging into all of the good news, and ensuring it is getting out into the community,” said Drawbridge.

“We very much look forward to Tim’s contributions in the city’s communication efforts,” Collins said in the release.

Adirondack Thunder open training camp today

GLENS FALLS — The Adirondack Thunder opened its training camp today, Oct. 10, at Cool Insuring Arena ahead of the team’s first preseason game on Friday.

Training camp is free to attend. Tickets for the Thunder’s preseason contest against the Reading Royals on Friday are $10.00. This game is included in the package for season ticket holders, according to a press release from the team.

All attendees, including season ticket holders, will be entered to win a four-pack of tickets to the Thunder’s regular-season home opener against the Worcester Railers on Oct. 29. 

The team is also offering an ‘Opening Night 4-Pack’ for the home opener, including four tickets, a Thunder hat, and an additional flex ticket for $75.00. Tickets can be purchased at the Thunder front office or by calling 518-480-3355, the release says.

Fridays will also be ‘Labatt Blue Night’ at Cool Insuring Arena. As part of the team’s partnership with Saratoga Eagle, Labatt Blue cans will be sold for $2.00 through the end of the first period of play on Fridays.

Season tickets for the 2022-23 season are on sale, with more information on ticket packages available at www.echlthunder.com/tickets

Below are ice times for each day of the Thunder’s training camp:

  • Monday, Oct. 10: (10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.)
  • Tuesday, Oct. 11: (10:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, Oct. 12: (10:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.)
  • Thursday, Oct. 13: (10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.)

Queensbury football beats Mohonasen for first win

SCHENECTADY — The Queensbury varsity football team picked up its first win of the season on Friday, building an early lead and holding on for a 29-14 victory over Mohonasen on the road.

The Spartans scored first after an 88-yard drive in the opening quarter, with Ian Reynolds breaking free for a 53-yard touchdown run. A two-point conversion from Zavry Ward to Trevon Bailey gave Queensbury an 8-0 lead.

The Warriors, however, answered immediately, with Mike DonVito returning the ensuing kickoff 76 yards for a score. The two-point attempt was stopped, keeping Queensbury in front, 8-6.

Late in the first quarter, the Spartans extended the lead after Bailey broke free on 4th down for a 52-yard touchdown run. An extra point by Matt DiCaprio gave Queensbury a 15-6 lead after one quarter.

With 3:23 left in the first half, the Spartans added another score, finishing a lengthy 10-play drive with a two-yard touchdown run by Ryan Blanchard. Blanchard previously extended the drive with a 16-yard reception on third down, while Ward set up the touchdown with a 37-yard completion to Bailey inside the five-yard line.

Queensbury took a 22-6 lead into halftime, and after a scoreless third quarter, added another touchdown midway through the fourth. A 14-play drive that included multiple fourth-down conversions, including a 28-yard pass to Blanchard on 4th and 12, resulted in Blanchard’s second touchdown. A DiCaprio extra point gave the Spartans a 29-6 lead with 5:18 to play.

Mohon answered on the ensuing drive, as Elias Cruz capped off a 46-yard drive with a nine-yard touchdown run. Nick Boilard converted the two-point attempt, making it 29-14 with 3:07 remaining.

The Spartans were able to run out the remaining clock, sealing a 29-14 victory on the road. 

For Queensbury, Reynolds gained 96 yards and a touchdown on eight carries in the win. Bailey had 66 yards and a touchdown on nine carries, while Blanchard ran 11 times for 23 yards and two scores. Ward had 25 yards on eight carries, with Isaiah Engel adding 27 yards on four rushes.

Ward was 4-5 passing for 77 yards, with Blanchard hauling in two receptions for 44 yards. Bailey had one catch for 37 yards in the win. Queensbury gained 314 total yards in 47 plays, and held the Warriors to 140 yards on 41 plays.

Queensbury improves to 1-4 on the season, and will return to divisional play this week, battling Burnt Hills on the road at 7 p.m. on Friday.

Queensbury varsity soccer teams earn weekend wins

Spartan boys soccer defeats Hudson Falls on senior day

QUEENSBURY — The Queensbury varsity boys soccer team celebrated its seniors with a win on Friday, defeating Hudson Falls 5-0 during the Spartans’ Senior Day celebration.

Queensbury built a sizable lead early on, scoring four unanswered goals in the opening half of play. Luke Eichin and Ian Rathbun each scored twice for the Spartans, sending them to the half with a 4-0 advantage.

Ethan Moger added another goal in the second half, extending the lead to 5-0. Jake Afsar-Keshmiri stopped one shot in goal, recording his ninth shutout of the season for the Spartans.

Rathbun and Eichen each had two goals and an assist for Queensbury, while Moger scored a goal. Max Roca also added an assist for the Spartans.

Queensbury (8-1-4, 8-1-2 Foothills) will play at Broadalbin-Perth at 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 12.

Queensbury girls soccer runs past Johnstown

QUEENSBURY — The Queensbury varsity girls soccer team pulled away in the second half on Saturday, cruising to a 7-0 win over Johnstown behind a balanced offensive attack.

Meredith Montgomery had two goals and two assists for the Spartans, while Ava Stewart had two goals and an assist. Mia Keshmiri, Kayla Zehr, and Aislynn Dixon all added goals, with Allison Dittrich adding an assist.

Shea Canavan stopped 1 shot in goal for Queensbury, earning the shutout. Jordyn Tarbox made 19 saves in goal for Johnstown.

Queensbury will play at Broadalbin-Perth tomorrow at 7 p.m.

Herbert Rogers

Herbert Jackson Rogers, 68, peacefully went to be with his lord on the seventh of October, two thousand twenty-two while surrounded by his loved ones. 

Born on February 7, 1954, Herbert was the son of Charles Rogers and Ruth Tucker.

Herbert was a wise man with many talents. He enjoyed horses, playing piano, guitar and the banjo as well as creating art that was later sold in galleries. He loved the outdoors and was a very hardworking man who had a great love for all Fords. Herbert was also a very religious man who offered help to strangers without pause. His family will forever remember him as their strength.

Herbert touched the lives and souls in all over his living years, from neighbors to people around the world. He has left his love and many lasting memories for each and every one of his loved ones to hold dear. Family; That is what he loved most in life.

In addition to his parents, Herbert was predeceased by many siblings and loved ones.

Those left to cherish in his memory are his loving and devoted wife of 46 years who have shared a home in Cossayuna, NY for many decades, Lorrie Rogers; their three children Bill Rogers, his wife Melissa, Thomas Rogers and Angie Boone; seven of his twelve siblings; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and many other close loved ones.

The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to High Peaks Hospice, Dr. Mason, and Dr. Zagar at Glens Falls Hospital along with their staff and all other doctors and nursing who have helped during Herbert’s courageous battle, for the consistent care and comfort they provided.

At his request, a memorial service will not take place as Herbert had all the love and support he needed during his very wonderful time on earth.

If you would like to donate in his name, please consider the American Cancer Institute, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110.

Condolences may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.