Boys Cross Country places 9th at States

F-F's Boys Cross Country team placed 9th in Class C at the NYSPHSAA meet in Plattsburgh on Saturday, Nov. 14. Coached by Mark Therrien and Mike Benton, the squad proudly represented Section II in their outing.

Congratulations to Ian Chapin 91st, Kyle Geniti 100th, Zak Godfrey 70th, Mike Guiffre, Cody Russell 95th, Cody Shave 76th, Michael Scott 103rd, and Matt Hoffman 113th.

Eighth grade girls shine at States

Eighth graders Kim Geniti finished 51st and Samantha Phelps finished 73rd at in Class C at the NYSPHSAA meet in Plattsburgh on Saturday, Nov. 14. The two girls were among only 16 eighth graders who qualified among the 598 girl runners from around the state. Kim posted the second fastest time of all Section II Class C runners.

Noonan to be honored for coaching service

F-F teacher and coach Shannon Noonan will receive the New York State Coaches Association's Honor Award for his years of outstanding service, dedication and excellence. He will receive his award during ceremonies at the Turning Stone Casino on Thursday, Nov. 19.

Over his years, Mr. Noonan has served as Fonda-Fultonville's:

• Head Boys' Basketball Coach (2nd winningest coach in FF school history)

• Modified Baseball Coach

• Modified Football Coach (3 times)

• Modified Boys' Basketball Coach (his time in this capacity led to various new bylaws for the sport )

• Modified Girls' Basketball Coach

• Head Golf Coach (started the program)

• Head Bowling Coach (started the program)