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Women's Basketball Meeting
Sunday, September 7th
There will be a meeting for those interested in joining the womens basketball team Thursday Sept. 11 @ 3:30 in room 222 of the Physical Education building. Interested students must be enrolled in at least 12 credits.For further information contact head coach Peggy Roda @ Peggy.Roda@sunyorange.edu or 341-4304.
2008 Volleyball Team Information
Monday, August 18th
There will be an informational meeting for those interested in becoming a part of the women's volleyball team Tuesday August 26 @ 11am in room 222 of the Phys. Ed. building. Athletes should have an updated physical done prior to tryouts. Tryouts will start Wednesday Aug. 27 @ 3:30 in the Gym. If interested and cannot attend, please contact head coach Peggy Roda @ peggy.roda@sunyorange.edu.
Women fall short in Regional Final
Wednesday, June 4th
The womens basketball team ended its season with a loss to Community College of Rhode Island 87-54. CCRI, ranked 3rd in the country defensively, played aggressive defense which created 25 Orange turnovers.For the Colts, Kelly Vaughan 22pts 15 reb,Chelsea Gallagher 12 pts 10 reb, and Jennifer Stefanowicz 10 pts. Orange finishes its season 17-10.
Softball Team Falls in District G Finals
Tuesday, May 13th
The women's softball team lost to Region XIX champions Delaware Technical College
0-7 & 0-4 Saturday in the District G finals in Delaware.<br /><br />
The Colts were no hit in the first game.In the second game the only offense came on four singles; one each by Chelsea Gallagher, Jenn Stefanowicz, Kaitlyn Andryshak and Courtney Spreer. It was the only time in 36 games Orange(23-13) was shut out.
Golfer Eric Mahany Qualifies for National Tournament
Tuesday, May 13th
Erik Mahany finished at 29-over-par 173 and tied for fourth place in the Region XV men's golf championships held at Grossingers Country Club in Liberty last week. The finish qualified Mahany for the National Tournament held in June. SUNY Orange finished second in the tournament to Nassau CC.
Colts Named to Postseason Teams
Tuesday, May 13th
The SUNY Orange baseball team had four players named to the All Mid Hudson Conference Baseball team. Named to the first team were RHP Mike Murtagh, and OF Chris Lapenna and Sean Morris. OF/ DH Jordan Dillard was selected to the second team. LaPenna was also selected to the 1st team All Region 15. Murtagh, a sophomore has signed a letter of intent with Lenoir-Rhyne College in Hickory NC. LaPenna, Morris and Dillard are freshman that will be returning to lead the Colts next year.
Softball Region XXI Champions
Monday, April 28th
The softball team won its third consecutive Region XXI title this weekend in Rhode Island. The Colts started the weekend by beating Dean College 8-0 and CCRI 5-2 on Saturday. Pitchers Courtney Spreer and Ashlee Renswick both picked up wins.Against Dean, Jenn Stefanowicz went 2 for 3 with a home run, Renwick was 2 for 3 with two RBI and Christie Alvarez was 3 for 4. In the CCRI game, Renwick was 2 for 3, and Chelsea Gallagher went 3 for 4. Sundays championship game saw the Colts facing CCRI again. Orange won 6-1 behind the pitching of Courtney Spreer who scattered four hits and struck out four. Kaitlyn Andryshak was 2 for 4 and Stefanowicz went 4 for 4 on the day capped off with a monstrous two run home run to chase the CCRI pitcher out of the game. The Colts improve to 23-11 and will advance to the District G Championship vs the Region XIX winner May 3 and 4.
Colts come back to beat SCCC
Wednesday, April 9th
The SUNY Orange Colts baseball team won in dramatic fashion on Tuesday, staging a come from behind, 9th inning win. The Colts spotted Sullivan 7 runs early, and led by the relief work of John Lacey (Monticello) chipped back into the game. Going into the bottom of the ninth, Orange trailed 10-7. The Colts loaded the bases with no out, and Phil Novins (Pine Bush) cleared the bases with a tying double. The bases were loaded intentionally, and with one out Sean Morris (Conrad Wiser) worked a 3-2 walk to plate the winning run. The Colts will be home this week on Thursday and Friday at 3:30.
Morris one win away from 300
Sunday, March 30th
Softball coach Stacey Morris needs one win to reach 300 in her 15 year career. The Colts are 8-2 this year and take on Gloucester C.C.for a double header today(3/30) at 12:00 at Francher-Davidge Park in Middletown.
Colts Open Season with Split
Monday, March 17th
The SUNY Orange Colts baseball team opened its 2008 season with a doubleheader split on Saturday. The Colts won the opener 4-0 behind a combined shutout performance from Mike Murtagh and Sean Stewart. The Colts were led by Brian Shannon who scored two runs, Dave Luczyski and Scott Huff who each delivered RBI hits. The Colts dropped the nightcap 11-2. The Colts are in action again this Friday and Saturday vs. Monroe College and Union County.
Orange Men lose In Championship
Sunday, March 2nd
Warwick, RI- The Orange men's basketball team lost to CCRI 89-74 in the region XXI championship game. Orange trailed 41-36 at the half. Orange was led by sophomore Stefan Bonneau who netted 37 points. Bonneau also grabbed 7 rebounds. Freshman Riiny Ngot chipped in with 16 points. Orange finishes the year 20-11. It is the third straight 20 win season for the Colts.
Box Score
Orange (74)
Bonneau 11-19 12-13 37, Cornine 3-7 0-3 6, Green 1-2 1-2 3, Ngot 4-8 8-9 16, Jenkins 3-6 0-0 6, Melendez 1-3 0-0 3, Smith 1-2 0-0 3, McMillin 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 24-51 21-27 74.
Women Win Region XXI Semi Final
Thursday, February 28th
The womens basketball team beat Dean College 94-69 to advance to the final game of the Region XXI Tournament. Orange, who led 45-34 at halftime, had five players in double figures. With 10 minutes left in the game, the Colts were ahead by only four before pulling away for good.
Kelly Vaughan 23 pts 14 reb, Jennifer Stefanowicz 22 pts 13 assists 7 steals, Chelsea Gallagher 18 pts, Carlie Moore 12 pts, Alyssa Raldiris 11 pts. Next up for the Colts(17-9) is C C Rhode Island Sunday March 2 @ Noon @ CCRI.
Women Win Mid-Hudson Conference Tournament
Sunday, February 24th
The women's basketball team beat Westchester 86-64 to win the Mid-Hudson Conference Championship.Orange had five players in double figures. Tournament MVP Kelly Vaughan led the way with 24 points and 12 reb. Chrissy Roda 14 pts and Alyssa Raldiris 13 pts were named to the All-Tournament team. Jennifer Stefanowicz turned in a solid performance with 10 pts and 12 assists, and Chelsea Gallagher had 10 pts. The Colts will play Dean College March 27 at Dean @ 7pm. Orange improves its record to 16-9.
Bonneau scores 1,000th point
Sunday, February 24th
Sophomore Stefan Bonneau became the 11th player in Suny Orange history to score 1,000 points. Bonneau scored 26 points in Orange's 63-62 semi-final loss to Westchester CC. The 26 points gives him exactly 1,000. Bonneau hit the milestone in only 48 games. "This a great accomplishment for Stefan, he has put in a lot of hard work, he deserves it" said coach Rickard. Bonneau missed the first semester with a broken left wrist.
All-Alumni Day
Tuesday, February 5th
MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. – An afternoon of basketball, refreshments, fellowship and opportunities to reconnect with their alma mater awaits SUNY Orange alumni this February when the College hosts its annual All-Alumni Day on Saturday, Feb. 16, in the Physical Education Building.
The day will feature a women’s and men’s basketball doubleheader along with a between-games reception. All alumni, College faculty and staff members are invited, and are encouraged to bring their families. Admission to all events is free.
The women’s hardwood squad will host Morris Community College at 1 p.m., followed by the men’s contest with Suffolk Community College at 3 p.m. There will be prize giveaways throughout the day, along with exciting halftime contests. Because the women’s and men’s teams will both be making their final regular season home appearances, the second-year players on each team will be formally recognized during pregame ceremonies.
For more information, contact Athletic Director Wayne Smith at (845) 341-4261.
Volleyball Wins Regional Quaterfinal
Tuesday, October 30th
The women's volleyball team took another step toward a Region XV championship by beating #6 seed F.I.T. 3-1.The Colts,third seed in the tournament, came out on fire and took the first game 30-17. Orange won the second game 30-24 before suffering a let down in game three. The Colts were down 13-4 and closed the gap to 17-14 before dropping 24-30. The fourth and final game again saw the Colts on fire winning 30-18. Katie Barry-21 assists,2 kills,3 digs;Michelle DeNisco-5 kills,6 blocks,3 digs;Kerri Gannon-13 kills,3 aces,4 digs:Kelly Vaughan-4 kills, 3 aces,3 blocks:Alyssa DeGennaro-4 aces,2 kills;Kaitlin Andryshak-6 digs;Melanie Bernieri-6 digs. Semi Final game Saturday Nov. 3 at Nassau CC @ 12:00.
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Wayne Smith
Athletic Director
(845) 341-4261
Stacey Morris
Assistant Athletic Director
(845) 341-4215
Terry Visser
Senior secretary
(845) 341-4242