Thursday, September 1, 2011
As the Solon Comets take on the Northeast Ohio Conference and beyond, Solon Patch is your go-to source for coverage and features about the team this season
High school football season is in full swing and in the state of Ohio, and that's a big deal. In Solon, home of the top-ranked Comets, it's even bigger. We know that Solon Comets football is important to you – we fully expect Stewart Field to be rocking this fall – and we want to be your source for all the team coverage you need as the Comets seek gridiron glory this season. Throughout the season, we will have tons of news and information for you to get closer to the team. We've already published our two-part preview, featuring a conversation with Head Coach Jim McQuaide and a look at players to watch and top games. Every week as the season rolls on, we'll also have: 1. Game-day Coverage: Every week, we will be on the sidelines covering …
Friday, August 26, 2011
Lady Comet soccer team ties defending state champion Walsh Jesuit and more news from the last week in Solon sports
The Solon Sports Recap is a weekly look at Solon High School sports teams in action over the last week and quick previews of what's to come next week. Come to Solon Patch every Friday afternoon to get all the sports you need. Solon's fall sports season is already in full swing with the Comets starting fast in soccer, girls tennis and golf. The volleyball and cross country teams open their seasons Saturday. GIRLS' SOCCER Coach Dave FitzGerald said his team would surprise a few people this year and it didn't take the Lady Comets long to back up that statement. Solon battled defending state champion Walsh Jesuit to a 0-0 draw. Goalkeeper Kristen Confroy had a huge game, coming up with 11 saves, and the Lady Comet defenders kept five-time …
Monday, August 22, 2011
Girls' tennis team captures Medina Doubles Tournament
Solon's fall sports teams are off to fast starts to the new season with strong performances from the girls' and boys' golf teams and an early season tournament triumph from the girls' tennis team. Girls' Tennis Solon captured the top spot in the Medina Doubles Tournament Saturday, finishing with a team total of 29 points to edge CVCA (27 points) for first place. The Lady Comets got first places from the second doubles team of Daisy Chung and Danielle Pivovar (6-0, 6-4), the third doubles team of Hailey Baird and Lisa Guo (6-2, 7-5) and the fourth doubles team of Monika Bandi and Alana Fayman (6-4, 6-4). The first doubles team of Tinisee Kandakai and Jamie Marks took a fourth place after a tough 7-6, 6-2 setback in the consolation finals. …
Monday, July 25, 2011
Current and former Comet booters meet on the field in annual contest
Some former Solon soccer players found out you really can go home again Saturday. The Comet soccer program held its annual alumni game at Stewart Field Saturday night and the graduates were able to come away with a hard-fought 1-0 triumph over the current varsity. The game was followed with a dinner and a lot of reminiscing by Solon players, parents and coaches. "We like to keep the alumni connected with the current players and it's a good event for our program," said Comet head coach Ryan Conner. "They have had success before I got here and we want to keep building on that tradition." Not only a fun event for everyone involved, the alumni game also provides players on both sides a chance to become involved in some spirited soccer on the …
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
After recent tough losses to top teams, Comets defeat Chagrin Falls 16-2
After tough losses to tough teams in Medina and Western Reserve Academy, Solon lacrosse took it to Chagrin Falls 16-2 to return to the win column. The victory lifts the Comets to a 9-4 record. Sam Littman and Sean Smith led the way for the Comets with three goals each, and Josh Low collected five saves. GAME STATISTICS
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Here's what you need to do to thrive today!
Here's five things you should know today in Solon, courtesy of Solon Patch: 1. Baseball playoffs: Comets baseball takes on Hudson in the Division I District semifinal game. First pitch at 7 p.m. in Hudson. Check out Solon Patch first thing Wednesday for complete coverage. 2. School Funding Town Hall This Week: A town-hall -style meeting to discuss school funding is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday at Solon High School. The event is sponsored by the Southeast Republican Club. 3. We Want Bloggers: Solon Patch is looking for bloggers who want to share their opinions. How do you do it? Read this and then contact the editor. 4. In Case You Missed It: Solon Police Department is now using social media to reach out to residents with up-to-date …
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Solon High School's Science Olympiad team finished second at the state tournament, led by their graduating seniors. Up next? nationals?
Whiz Kids of the Week: Solon High's Science Olympiad Team Seniors Sonia Godbole, Nick Palumbo, Eugene Rabinovich, Stephanie Sang, Daniel Sperling and Lillian Sun (and the rest of the high school and middle school teams) Accomplishment: The seniors be recognized for their achievements during high school as they near graduation, but they also really rocked during the recent Science Olympiad state tournament, leading the team to a second place finish. That's in a field of 40 teams! Both teams are now headed to Nationals! That competition is set for May 18-21 at the University of Wisconsin. The middle school team has won the competition three years in a row. For a complete list of winners, visit Solon Science Olympiad on the Web. And make sure…
Friday, April 29, 2011
Late-inning heroics spark Lady Comets to softball victories, and more from the Comets playing fields
The Week in Solon Sports is just that – a weekly look at Solon High School sports teams in action over the last week and quick previews of what's to come next week. Come to Solon Patch every Friday afternoon to get all the sports you need. SOFTBALL Some late-inning heroics gave Solon's softball team a pair of big Northeast Ohio Conference River Division victories this week as the Lady Comets came from behind to down Twinsburg and Stow. Kristen Confroy tripled twice, drove in two runs and scored the winning run on a hit by teammate Carly Simecek in the seventh inning of a 5-4 win over Stow on Thursday. Dani Zysek gained her sixth win of the season on the mound, striking out eight as Solon improved to 2-2 in the River Division. Solon plated…
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Senior DeAndre Payton leads Solon to the win, but loses something to – his cellphone and $25 are stolen at game's halftime
If you want to call Solon's DeAndre Payton to congratulate him on his fine performance in the Comets' 58-50 sectionals victory, you may have to wait a few days. At halftime, he discovered his cell phone and $25 were stolen. Fortunately, Payton had a good attitude about the whole thing. The Comets won and Payton was clearly the star of the game, getting crucial scores in the big moments to help put his team over Lakeside Ashtabula in their opening-round sectional victory. “I’m not going to worry about it,” Payton said of his missing cell phone. “It’s just a material item.” Payton had the presence of mind to score 17 points to lead the Comets (8-13) over Lakeside (15-6), and teammate Christopher Cromity backed him up with 14 points. Although…
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Humphrey, who will be playing football at Kent State next year, will be honored by the Cleveland Touchdown Club on March 5
It's been a good month for Solon's Chris Humphrey. First, the Comets' two-way threat signed a scholarship to play wide receiver at Kent State University. Now, Humphrey has been named Cuyahoga County's Defensive Player of the Year by the Cleveland Touchdown Club, according to Solon City Schools. Humphrey was a jack-of-all-trades on the field this past season for the Comets, excelling on offensive, defense and special teams. He played quarterback on offense, throwing 655 yards and four touchdowns and rushing for 841 yards and 16 touchdowns, according to the school's statistics for the 2010 season. As a safety, Humphrey recorded 20 tackles, three interceptions and a fumble. He took two of his picks and the fumble recovery back for touchdowns…
Carol L Smith
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