By Matt DeGeorge Just 14 minutes, 35 seconds into their quest for a state title, it all could’ve gone up in smoke for Archbishop Carroll, in one Derrick Jones-shaped heap on the court. But while Jones recovered briefly on the…
Math, Civics and Science routs Delco Christian
By Matthew Waters When the clock hit zeros, the Delco Christian Knights couldn’t gather their belongings quick enough to get away from the floor, walking away from a 100-50 loss to Math, Civics and Science in the first round of…
Chester vs Carlisle: Preview
Class AAAA First Round Chester (1-1, 22-5) vs. Carlisle (3-7, 18-8) Site: Coatesville High School Time: Saturday, 4:30 Coaches: Chester – Larry Yarbray (6th season) Carlisle – Andre Anderson (3rd season) PIAA titles: Chester – 8 (1983, 1989, 1994, 2000,…
Haverford’s states team a throwback to 1970 squad
By Bob Grotz It’s been more than a while for Haverford High. The Fords haven’t appeared in the PIAA boys state basketball tournament in their 39-year-old head coach’s lifetime. The last time they qualified for states, the players were…
Carroll out to prove it’s best in the state
By Matt DeGeorge There’s no need for hushed tones or minced words. There’s an obvious reality that pervades Archbishop Carroll’s workouts. “It’s the same story as last year. We haven’t won anything yet,’ senior guard Joe Mostardi said Wednesday. “I…
History of Chester vs Carlisle
By Dave Burman, 105.5 WCHX radio 1958-59 ———– Chester 88, Carlisle 66 state quarterfinals (March 14th). Chester lost to Farrell in state championship game, 76-66 1982-83 ———- Chester 79, Carlisle ( Jeff Lebo as a soph) 74 (2 OT) state…