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C-NS, Liverpool battle after losses
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by Phil Blackwell
f there was nothing else other than the “Star Wars” Cup on the line, the annual football game between CiceroNorth Syracuse and Liverpool would carry plenty of emotion and passion. Now, though, a sense of urgency surrounds Friday’s renewal of this rivalry at LHS Stadium, based on what just took place. In their first encounter since last November’s Section III Class AA final last Friday night at Bragman Stadium, C-NS lost 34-18 to Christian Brothers Academy, the Northstars done in by missed opportunities in the early stages and a key absence. Not far away, Liverpool, once 3-0, took its second consecutive defeat at the hands of another rival, Baldwinsville, who pulled away in the late stages to beat the Warriors 26-15. At C-NS, the highly-anticipated showdown between the 5-0 Northstars and 5-0 CBA would turn against the hosts on two fronts. Even before kickoff, the Northstars learned it would not have kicker Jakob Purdy available, meaning that, whenever it got near the end zone, it would have to go for touchdowns and two-point conversions rather than having the option to kick for points. More importantly, though, was that C-NS, with a chance to go in front two different times in the first half, could not do so, first by seeing an eight-plus minute opening drive stall at the CBA 20-yard line. Then, after a blocked punt late in the second quarter, the Northstars, trailing 7-6, again drove inside the Brothers’ 20 and, again, were stopped on fourth down. Right after, CBA drove down the field and scored on a 30-yard pass from Porter Matt to Jason Brunson, then took the second-half kickoff and, mostly on the running of Jamier Handford, drove to the C-NS 12, from where Isaiah Coleman scored to make it 21-6. All night long, Handford hurt the Northstars. His interception at midfield early in the second quarter set up the Brothers’ first TD, a two-yard run by Handford after he had gained all the yards on a 48-yard march. Football l Page 2
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Liverpool running back Tyler Vivacqua (24) is grabbed by the face mask by a Baldwinsville defender on a run to the sideline next to Oakley Keegan (88) in last Friday’s game. The Warriors lost to the Bees 26-15.
Candidate meet and greet planned The Town of Clay Senior Citizens will host an informal meet and greet the candidates on Thursday, Oct. 26, at the Town of Clay Senior Center, 4948 Route 31, Clay.
Doors open 10:30 a.m.; candidates speak at 11:30 a.m. Light refreshments provided. For info contact Chrissy Clancy, senior coordinator, at 315-652-3800 ext. 137 or cclancy@ townofclay.org.
Liverpool High School provides students career, technical education opportunities By Janelle Davis
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Clarinetist Anthony Joseph leads his Swingtet performing a tribute to composer George Gershwin with a free concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 15, at Liverpool Public Library.
The Anthony Joseph Swingtet pays tribute to Gershwin Sunday By Russ Tarby Contributing Writer
Composer George Gershwin died an untimely death after suffering from a brain tumor at age 38 back in 1937. Although his life was cut tragically short, he packed plenty of music into his 20-year career, composing countless symphonies, musicals, operas and many of the most memorable melodies that comprise the Great American Songbook. Some of those standards include “Oh, Lady Be Good,” “Summertime,” “They Can’t Take that Away from Me” and “S’Wonderful.” In 1924, he teamed up with the Paul Whiteman Orchestra to present his masterful jazz-classical concerto, “Rhapsody in Blue.” At 2 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 15, the
Anthony Joseph Swingtet will celebrate the marvelous music of George Gershwin at the Carman Community Room, Liverpool Public Library, 310 Tulip St. Sunday’s performance is the second event in the library’s fall concert series titled “Resounding Reeds.” One of Central New York’s most gifted clarinet players, retired Oswego educator Tony Joseph explained why he decided to focus on Gershwin. “Every so often I really enjoy presenting tribute/theme shows,” he wrote in an email. His Swingtet previously performed musical salutes to songwriter Jimmy Van Heusen, bandleader Duke Ellington and clarinetist Benny Goodman. “The inspiration for choosing Gershwin’s music came to me as I Concert l Page 2
High school is a time for growth, discovery, and change as well as a time to consider and explore future career opportunities. To achieve this, students need access to identify their aspirations, career interests, and confidence to successfully proceed on a suitable path. The Liverpool Central School District recognizes this, as well as the importance of providing their students with the authentic learning experiences to do so. “One of the things that we’re most proud of at Liverpool are the opportunities that we can offer our students. To be able to offer as many opportunities to students as possible is one of our values, and part of our mission,” Briana O’Brien, associate principal at Liverpool High School, said. During the 2022-2023 school year, Liverpool High School began providing several new Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs for their students. Such programs include: Business administration, communication arts, drone technology (RPAS), early childhood education, hospitality, restaurant management and culinary arts, and preapprenticeship for the trades. O’Brien said the program developed from an initial drone technology program the district implemented a couple of years ago. The program was very successful and unique to Liverpool. After consulting with the board of education, the community, parents, students, and local businesses, the district was on its way to providing additional unique opportunities for students. These opportunities take place at the school. “The feedback from the students was that they
wanted to stay on school grounds for this program. They wanted to stay where their friends are and where they can quickly access support,” O’Brien said. Teachers are providing the educational component and working along with Amanda Iannicello, CTEworkbasedlearningcoordinator,theyareclosely involved with communication with local businesses and colleges that want to come talk to the students about potential employment opportunities and post-secondary certifications. Students can visit the participating local community industries and hear from guest speakers about careers in these industries. Workers from the industry also have the option to visit the high school to speak. The response from both students and teachers has been positive. “Students are asking for these specific courses, enrolling in them, and continuing with them which is very exciting,” O’Brien said. Teachers love the unique, and sometimes nontraditional, classroom experiences they get to provide the students, according to O’Brien. “The teachers feel supported and we’re happy to support them because we know they’re providing valuable opportunities for our kids,” O’Brien said. The benefits of these CTE programs go beyond exposing students to various industries. For example, the pre-apprenticeship students are able to get their OSHA 10 certifications by the end of their senior year. “Students are not only gaining contacts and experience within these industries, but they’re also coming out with some sort of credential from our program,” O’Brien said. Liverpool currently has a solid internship for the School l Page 2
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