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Making a case for a new Sports and Fitness Center : Accessibility, condition of building and fields could be improved
After high school a lot of student athletes who decide that they want to continue their career in athletics begin the process of choosing a school. When choosing a school, as I wrote about in my last article, there are many different things you must think about before deciding where to go. One of the … Continue reading Making a case for a new Sports and Fitness Center : ... Read More
NECC Knight Luis Reynoso named to NJCAA first team all-American
Men’s basketball forward, Luis Reynoso, named to the men’s basketball all-American first team, the first Knight in program history to do so. In Reynoso’s 2022-2023 campaign he appeared in 32 of the 35 games. Reynoso averaged 19 Points and 25.2 minutes per game. He led the league in defensive rebounds (292) and total rebounds (423). Reynoso … Continue reading NECC Knight ... Read More
Domenic Crocenzie awarded player of the week
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Knights player Domenic Cocenzie named NJCAA player of the week
Freshman infielder Domenic Crocenzie of North Providence, RI was named NJCAA national player of the week. The NJCAA announced the selection for the week ending on March 26th. The Knights opened region 21 play with a three game series sweep against Roxbury community college that week. In the series Crocenzie batted .857% (6-for-7) hitting one HR … Continue reading Domeni... Read More
Knights defeat Roxbury, complete home stand sweep
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Infielder Kevin Rodriguez of Manchester, NH taking an at bat
The Knights (9-5) wrapped up their three-game home stand with a 12-0 victory against Roxbury community college (0-3) on March 26th at Trinity stadium. Richard de la Cruz of Boston, MA had an impressive day at the plate going (2-for -3) driving in six RBIs with a double and HR. Kyle Hsu of Brookline, NH … Continue reading Knights defeat Roxbury, complete home stand sweep... Read More
Knights score 48 runs in double header sweep against Roxbury
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Outfielder Jomar Moreta of Lynn, MA at bat
The Knight’s kicked off their first home stand of the season March 24th with a bang outscoring Roxbury community college by a combined score of 48-0 in a double header. The Knights, who were dominant both on the mound and at the plate, claimed game one 30-0 and game two 18-0. Each game was halted … Continue reading Knights score 48 runs in double header sweep against Rox... Read More
Knights place 5th with win over Dupage in NJCAA national tournament
The knights beat The college of Dupage 89- 66 on March 18th to claim fifth place in Northern Essex community college’s first appearance in the national NJCAA tournament. They finished the season 2-1 in tournament play and a 33-2 overall season record. Additionally, they secured a NJCAA region 21 and NJCAA East region district title. … Continue reading Knights place 5th... Read More
Knights basketball defeat Mohawk Valley 67-62, advance to fifth place game
After a loss in the quarterfinals The Knights rebounded on March 17th with a 67-62 victory over Mohawk Valley community college to advance to the 5th place game. This was their 32nd win in 34 games. NJCAA’s first team all-region member Luis Reynoso of Lawarence recorded his 27th double-double of the season. Reynoso dropped 25 points and … Continue reading Knights baske... Read More
Late comeback push falls short as men’s basketball season ends 69-67
The Knights fell 69-67 against Northampton community college on March 16 in the quarterfinals of the NJCAA tournament. Down by two in the closing seconds of the game, Luis Reynoso of Lawarence attempted a shot from behind the arc that rimmed out as time expired ending their quest for a national championship. The Knights jumped … Continue reading Late comeback push fall... Read More
NECC hits the slopes
Professor Douglas Leafer
Students in photo are: L to R: (top row): Zak Nadar; Josh Leaffer, (Professor Doug Leaffer), Scotty Silva, Franzi Hoene, Ethan Doherty, Patrick Mattin, Edward Hoene Front row: Chris Drew, Lauren Rafferty
For the first time in five years NECC students hit the slopes at Gunsmoke mountain in Gilford, N.H. for a skiing trip on March 10th. Nine students participated in the NECC athletics and recreation sponsored trip led by engineering professor Douglas Leaffer. Students enjoyed the trails on Gunsmoke mountain with both snowboards and skis. Professor Leafer is … Continue read... Read More
Three men’s basketball players and head coach receive national honors
Northern Essex community college
Three Knights and Head coach earn region 21 East/District honors
On March 6th it was announced by the NJCAA men’s region 21 committee three Knights, Luis Reynoso and Jeremiah Melendez both of Lawarence and Mehmet Asik of Ankara, Turkey received national recognition. In addition, Darren Stratton was named regional head coach of the year. In 29 games Reynoso averaged 19.2 points per game and recorded 26 double-doubles. … Contin... Read More