Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Girls team overcame local rival Brick Township before winning the title
The Lady Hawks bowlers once again proved that they are a state powerhouse as they took the top spot in the NJSIAA Tournament of Champions last week. Though the girls finished third in the Shore Conference A South during the regular season behind first place Brick Township and second place Brick Memorial, they bounced back to defeat the former during tournament play on Feb. 13. The Manchester team then swept Cardinal McCarrick in the finals to clinch their second championship title in four years, the last being in 2009. "Nothing could be taken lightly," said head coach Mike McCrae, whose team won the Group II title from 2009 through 2011. "The five varsity starters stayed strong the whole day. It was a day of no mistakes, and their training…
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Events in and around Manchester this weekend
Looking for something to do locally this weekend? Check out these nearby events and feel free to contribute your own, either in the comments section below or on our events calendar. 1. In Hawks sports action this weekend, the boys and girls bowling teams will compete in tournaments on Saturday beginning at 12:30 p.m. at Ocean Lanes in Lakewood. That same day, Manchester runners will compete in the Ocean County Indoor Relays at the John Bennett Indoor Athletic Complex in Toms River at 9 a.m. Tickets are available by calling 908-433-3570. 2. The Ocean County Artists Guild, 22 Chestnut St. in Island Heights, will hold a reception on Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. featuring works from faculty and members. Call 732-270-3111 for more information…
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Manchester bowlers will face rival Brick Memorial on Tuesday afternoon
Two weeks into their seasons, both the boys and girls Hawks bowling teams are sitting at the top of the standings. The boys team leads Brick Memorial for the top Shore Conference A South spot, while the girls team trails Brick Township by one game for the lead. Both teams have critical matchups Tuesday afternoon when they face Brick Township. Looking back on last week, the Hawks boys team performed "up to our expected potential" swept Toms River South on Dec. 6, said coach Bryan Vargas. Of the senior bowlers, Ryan Kenny shot a 664, Alan Garcia rolled the day's high game of 259 and posted a 646 series and Christian Robinson came in with a 634 series. "Toms River South always gives us problems, but today, we didn't have any we couldn't …
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Events in and around Manchester this weekend
1. The South Jersey Singles bowling tournament kicks off at 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Ocean Lanes in Lakewood. Last week, the Hawks boys and girls bowling teams put forth admirable showings at the Bishop Ahr Holiday Classic in New Brunswick. 2. Kevin's Kids volunteers will head out to the stores to shop for toys for families in need on Saturday. Then, on Sunday, volunteers will gather at Manchester Township Middle School to wrap and ready the gifts for distribution. Read more about their busy weekend on Manchester Patch. 3. The Manchester Police Athletic League is holding its Lunch with Santa at Ridgeway Elementary School at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturday. A $6 pre-registration fee was required for the event. More information is available by …
Monday, December 5, 2011
Teams lose two to Brick Memorial but bounce back at weekend tournament
Though the Hawks bowling teams lost two games to Brick Memorial in their season opening matchups Friday, both teams bounced back to find success in a weekend tournament. The girls team captured the first place spot in the tournament, while the boys finished fifth. "The girls would not be denied," said their coach, Mike McCrae. Despite a "disappointing" opener against Brick Memorial in which his team lost two of three games, McCrae said that his bowlers had the determination to bounce back for the Bishop Ahr Holiday Classic in North Brunswick on Saturday. The Lady Hawks swept the girls side of the tournament, finishing ahead of Brick Memorial and Brick Township, which placed second and third, respectively. McCrae said that the girl's …
Friday, December 2, 2011
Five things to know in and around Manchester today
1. The annual Hawkapalooza Lip Sync Contest in Manchester Township High School's auditorium will be held at 7 p.m. Tickets are $5 and proceeds benefit the Kevin's Kids holiday toy drive. 2. Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to attend the Chess Club at Manchester's library from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. The library asks that participants bring their own boards. 3. The Hawks boys and girls bowling teams will kick off their seasons versus Brick Memorial at Ocean Lanes at 3 p.m. 4. The United Way of Ocean County will hold its Casino Night at the Eagle Ridge Golf Club in Lakewood from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, call 732-240-0311. 5. The open enrollment period for the Medicare prescription drug program began Oct. 15. This …
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
As he prepares to graduate, senior tells teammates to "stay hungry"
It’s the last game of the season with a trip to the playoffs on the line. A veteran player steps up, battling back from injury, to help guide his team to one last shot at glory. If this were a movie review, the filmmaker might be chastised for using a cliché that never happens in everyday life. But don’t tell that to Manchester Township High School senior Andrew Kettmann, as the Hawks bowler found himself in a similar position just a few months ago. Returning in the second half of the season from a foot injury that sidelined him for several matches, Kettmann helped his squad narrowly pass Toms River East by a single game for a trip to the Shore Conference Tournament. At the time, Hawks head coach Bryan Vargas described Kettmann’s return as…
Mark Wendell
3:59 pm on Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Congrats to Coach McCre and all the Lady Hawks. They are all lovely girls and deserve their championship. more ›