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March 25, 2011

• 8:28 AM D1 Hockey on Unlike Rhode Island, Virginia does it right in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Smithfield, a public school, had 11 wins in the 2009-2010 season (second most wins in the division) this was prior to the ten team division and every school was played three times. Smithfield beat every private school, some more then once, except for Mount which they lost 4-2, 4-2 and 4-1. If that is not a completive public school I don’t know what is. People need to give these public schools a chance to build a program and it may be a little more cyclic then the private schools but I think these kids should be given the opportunity to compete in the highest level of Hockey in RI without having to pay to get there. Realistically most families especially in today’s economy do not have the means to send the kids to private school. PC basket ball is a great example they play in one of if not the toughest conference in America. Should they not compete in the league because they are not a year in and year out powerhouse like UConn. Maybe RIIL should look at something similar to basket ball where you have your division regular season winners and then have one overall State Champion. I would rather have my son compete with the best and not win a championship then play in another division and run the table.

  
  

  March 24, 2011

• 3:07 PM Matt on Unlike Rhode Island, Virginia does it right in Projo GameTime Blog:

  I don't think its fair to draw an analogy between VA and RI high school sports. A quick google search of the independent and catholic championships offered in VA indicate that between 20-30 teams compete in these championships each year in VA, for instance swimming http://www.pvswim.org/hsresults.html. If that were the case in RI then I would be all for separate championships, but it is simply not. In all of RI, there were fewer than 25 male swimming teams competing this year with only a handful being private/catholic, so I don't think a VA to RI comparison is in any sense fair. Public schools may have an uphill battle against catholic schools who draw student from all over the state, but they can and do compete. Just look at South Kingston tennis for an example.

  
  

  March 22, 2011

• 1:55 PM Brad on Unlike Rhode Island, Virginia does it right in Projo GameTime Blog:

  I disagree completely. Tiverton defeated Hendricken and La Salle this year in the Basketball Playoffs. Portsmouth defeated St. Rays twice this year, and La Salle once. Cranston West won the Division 1 Tournament. This proves that public schools can definately compete with private/catholic schools. In fact, public schools usually target their games against Hendricken or La Salle as as games they want the victory in the most. The new system for Basketball is great because it allows the small schools to have their championship tournaments and compete with the larger schools in the State-Wide Tournament. Hockey may be a different case, because quite obviously the upper echelon in Division 1 are private schools and the Public Schools do not stand a chance against them. The other divisions are different with great competition, especially Division 2. That system may need to be changed i agree because of the dominance of Mount, but the Basketball system is fine the way it is. There aren't enough Private schools to form their own league and in Basketball the private/catholic schools may be good year in and year out, but there are always Public Schools with the talent to defeat them, year to year it is harder to keep a Public School team at a high level, but there are always a few teams who are very talented, i.e CW, NK, NP, Rogers, Tiverton, Portsmouth, Central, ect. who can and did beat the Private schools.

  
  

  March 22, 2011

• 12:35 PM Ed McNaught on Unlike Rhode Island, Virginia does it right in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Could not agree more ... nice story Jim !! I wonder if any of this will ever sink in with the RIIL ?!?

  
  

  March 21, 2011

• 5:30 PM Joe Midrid on Unlike Rhode Island, Virginia does it right in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Jim, Great call, someone needs to step up and resolve this issue. I believe the problem lies within the RIIL, most are former students of these schools. The RIIL needs to give all schools small and large a chance to compete. We all know these schools' recruit through their BOOSTERS. Will someone step up!!

  
  

  March 13, 2011

• 12:54 PM Joan on Buehrer leads Hendricken into DI Hockey Finals in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Congratulations Robbie, the entire Bishop Hendricken hockey team and the coaching staff; it truly was a team effort. Good luck next week; you can do it.

  
  

  March 8, 2011

• 1:45 PM Dennis on Hendricken's title streak is intact for now in Projo GameTime Blog:

  That is not correct. The state tourny is in its first year since 1965. Hendricken won the championships in Division One and Class A as it used be called. This ended when they lost to Central. It only makes sense. They didn't win the state tourney the last 7 years, it was not around. Just think about it, it should make easy sense to you. The state is not considering them still defending chamsp.

  
  

  March 7, 2011

• 2:02 PM track on N. Kingstown's McAdams named Athlete of the Week in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Nice too see recognition for some of RI's OUTSTANDING Track and Field talent!!! Great job to Aisha!! We had other New England Championships as well!! Congrats to Ryan Meehan, Two Mile, Jalen Young, 300, and Fred Gobewole, 55 dash.

  
  

  March 3, 2011

• 10:54 AM Oscar Martinez on Live coverage of boys basketball state tournament starts Monday in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Where's the live coverage for the HS state tournament that passed us recently?

  
  

  February 28, 2011

• 3:10 PM Donna Beauregard on Meyers named Athlete of the Week in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Congratulations Mikey! You are a Team Leader and an Incredible Athelte! I hope you'll continue to help out with Vet's Wrestling in the future. The boys look up to you! You've made everyone proud. Best of luck to you! Donna & Casey Beauregard

  
  

  February 7, 2011

• 9:37 AM LSA'70 on La Salle hands Mount first hockey loss in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Great win Rams. Always makes my day when we are able to beat the Mount. Best wishes for continued success the rest of the season.

  
  

  December 13, 2010

• 8:25 PM Jeff Goss on Portsmouth's Lunney is new RIIL assistant director in Projo GameTime Blog:

  The RIIL is getting a very well qualified and deserving man. I wish nothing but the best to Mike and his family. He will always be a Patriot. Jeff Goss Assistant Principal Portsmouth HS

  
  

  December 1, 2010

• 12:02 PM Gerald M. Carbone on Conte's field goal gives Hendricken victory in Projo GameTime Blog:

  I had no rooting interest in this -- I just live near Hendricken so I went, and it was the most exciting football game I have ever seen. A Hawks receiver (Zach Padula?) got knocked unconscious in the end zone but held onto the ball for the game-tying touchdown! When the center snapped the ball for Conte's game-winning field goal there were two seconds on the clock. Hendricken got some lucky bounces: the Townies perfectly defended a Hail Mary pass just before the half, and the tip went right to No. 22, perhaps the best player on the field though EP's no. 66 may yet win a scholarship. And the ball bounced just right for the Hawks on a fourth-quarter onsides kick. I mean: a Hail Mary pass for a touchdown, a successful onsides kick, an unconscious receiver hanging onto a touchdown, and a last second field goal -- what a game! The Townies have nothing to hang their heads about. Congratulations to both teams; they played like champions.

  
  

  October 31, 2010

• 1:00 PM irish guy on Rogers earns top Division III football playoff seed in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Is it time for Rogers to move up to Division II? It has a great coach who has himself was a star at Rogers.

  
  

  October 31, 2010

• 12:16 AM GERRY HAMILTON on Bay View wins Division I tennis title in Projo GameTime Blog:

  GOOD GAME MADELINE LUSI, I`M PROUD OF YOU!

  
  

  September 3, 2010

• 2:29 PM MeanE on Football Round Robins postponed in Projo GameTime Blog:

  That's great and all, but where are the scores from yesterday's injury fund games?

  
  

  July 8, 2010

• 5:24 PM John P. costa on Longtime soccer coach Avila dies of apparent heart attack in Projo GameTime Blog:

  I am the son-in-law of the late Joseph Avila. Thanks to all who have left comments. We appreciate everyone during this tough time. I am married to his daughter, Patricia. We would like to start a fund or some type of memorial in his name for Soccer athletes in Rhode Island. If anyone can give us any information on how to get this started, or who to contact first, it would be greatly appreciated. thank you.

  
  

  July 5, 2010

• 9:58 AM Tom Wittick on Longtime soccer coach Avila dies of apparent heart attack in Projo GameTime Blog:

  I was one of the people that performed CPR on Joe at the Pullman Plaza hotel along with a nurse that I do not know. I am so sorry for your loss and wish the outcome had been different. Please know that Joe tried very hard to come back to everyone that day and many people did all they could to help him. My family and I extend our prayers to all that knew Joe. I didn't know Joe but, from what I have read about his life, I am sure that he is in a better place watching over all those he knew and loved.

  
  

  July 3, 2010

• 9:50 AM Philip & Marisa Braga on Longtime soccer coach Avila dies of apparent heart attack in Projo GameTime Blog:

  We have been neighbors of Joe & Harriet for the past 4 years and they truly are our best neighbors. Joe always seemed to be in a good mood, always smiling. If it was helping me shovel snow from my driveway or seeing him bright & early in the morning packing his golf bag in his truck. It was a shock to hear of your passing. We are deeply saddened and you will truly be missed. Harriet - Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.

  
  

  July 2, 2010

• 8:43 AM Amanda Pacheco on Longtime soccer coach Avila dies of apparent heart attack in Projo GameTime Blog:

  Coach Joe, What an awesome man. He was a great coach with an unbelievable personality and a contagious smile. As a former player of his, and a girl who has played soccer since 5 years old, I can honestly say he was one of my favorite and most respected coaches of all time. He was more than a coach to me, he was a mentor and someone I was always excited to see. He was taken way too soon, I truly can't believe what has happened and I wish I could be in R.I. to pay tribute to him and celebrate his life, but he and his family are in my thoughts, many miles away. You will never be forgotten coach, we will all love and miss you. ~Amanda