Mr. Settembrino receives NJIC Meadowlands Girls’ Volleyball Coach of the Year award
Yomarie Llanos, Staff Writer
December 9, 2014
After an undefeated season for Becton’s Volleyball Team, which included an 18-0 League Championship, Physical Education Teacher Mr. Settembrino recently won the award as the 2014-15 NJIC Meadowlands Girls’ Volleyball Coach of the Year. This accolade will be his second one after receiving a previous...
Running back Roy Forys receives prestigious 2014 NJ Mini Max High School Award
November 26, 2014
Senior Roy Forys was selected, along with 56 other athletes in the state of New Jersey, to receive the 2014 NJ Mini Max High School Award. Recipients are evaluated according to football statistics, academics, and community service, and the football player was nominated by Head Coach Chuck Kalendar...
St. Lawrence University football coach seeks out exceptional seniors
Devyn Di Meola, Editor
November 23, 2014
Assistant Football Coach Mr. Brandon Lemon recently visited Becton in hopes of recruiting players for St. Lawrence University’s football team. This select group included five seniors: Roy Forys, Giuseppe Giraldo, Dylan Lewin, Giuseppe Penna, and John Zierold. The coach described the academic, social,...
Becton football advances to round 2 of North 1, Group 1 playoffs
Miranda Febus, Editor
November 18, 2014
The varsity football team has impressively advanced to another round of the State playoffs. The team defeated Bogota on Friday night, Nov. 14, with a score of 51-14. With plenty of interceptions led by Senior Roy Rorys, Becton was able to score multiple touchdowns, leaving no room for Bogota to hold...
Becton volleyball team walks off court with pride
Devyn Di Meola, Editor
November 12, 2014
Becton Girls’ Volleyball showed tremendous effort in their struggle against Kinnelon in the State Quarterfinals, but were ultimately defeated with scores of 25-12 and 25-19. Despite their disheartening loss, girls’ volleyball has left behind a legacy of accomplishments and a prosperous season that...
End of successful soccer season leaves seniors feeling bittersweet
Jared Farhat, Sports Writer
November 5, 2014
Becton’s Senior Night was a huge success for both the girls’ and boys’ soccer programs. The games were memorable, bringing a sense of excitement to all seniors involved, on and off the field. The boys’ team played St. Mary’s and won 4-1, bringing their overall record to 9-7. Although it...
Undefeated Becton Volleyball Team wins first County League Title in 30 years
Jamie Scangarella, Staff Writer
October 28, 2014
The undefeated Becton Volleyball Team won the Bergen County League Title after a triumphant win against the Wood Ridge Blue Devils on Oct. 24. The final scores of the games were 25-13 and 26-24. The Lady Wildcats are ranked 4th in the state of New Jersey for the Group 1 Division with a record of 21-4. Coach...
Wildcats beat Falcons at Homecoming Game; Isaac and Kennedy named king and queen
John Rotella, Staff Writer
October 17, 2014
The Becton Homecoming Game ended with a victory over the Saddle Brook Falcons, 35-14, and the announcement of Homecoming King and Queen, Rameen Isaac and Shannon Kennedy, on Oct. 17. “The game had a great atmosphere, and the entire homecoming court was fantastic. I was very pleased at how the entire...
Undefeated Becton Volleyball Team wins Hackensack Lady Comets Invitational; 14-0 record
Jamie Scangarella, Staff Writer
October 7, 2014
Becton’s undefeated varsity volleyball team has begun their season with triumph. The team’s current record stands at 14-0 and they intend keeping this streak going throughout the remainder of the season. At the Hackensack Volleyball Tournament, the girls brought home the gold after knocking out...
Boys’ and girls’ soccer teams hold winning records; Boys qualify for counties
Klaudia Ryznar, Staff Writer
October 5, 2014
With a winning record and high spirits, the boys’ soccer team has started off on the right foot. Recent victories against St. Mary’s, Weehawken, and Paterson Charter have proved the team as a competitive force in the league. The entire team has high expectations and hopes for a mini...
Becton Cross Country Team goes the extra mile
Nadia Gani, Staff Writer
October 4, 2014
For the Becton Cross Country Team, it has been one hill of a season. Simultaneously competing against North Arlington and Paterson Charter, the team currently has a record of 2-2. Cross country captains include Senior Matt Cano and Junior Brent Addeo, who strive to lead their teammates to success....
Becton Football continues winning streak; beats Secaucus, 30-6, after decade of playing
Jared Farhat, Sports Writer
October 4, 2014
Kicking off a great season, the Becton Varsity Football Team is back at it again. The group of boys started with a blowout win over Emerson beating them 44-23. Senior Nick Barbo, first year starting quarterback stated, “We are looking forward to the Secaucus game as well as the black out game.”...