HVCC This Week in Sports

The Vikings Athletics Department recently welcomed Taylor Ringer, who was named assistant athletic trainer. Taylor is a board-certified athletic trainer and is currently a member of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association. She graduated from SUNY Cortland, where she received her master’s degree in athletic training and her bachelor’s degree in exercise science. The Valley is excited to have Taylor as a resource and a key part of athlete experience and performance.

Men’s Basketball played in a game against Orange County Community College on Thursday evening, November 7. The game, played on away courts, served as the team’s season opener, which ended in an unfortunate loss. Viking athletes kept the game close and fought hard to try and turn around the score. Players James Blake and Tijahn Reed led the team through the game, each totaling 12 points. The team is hopeful of future success, playing Herkimer on Wednesday, November 13.

Women’s Basketball started their season with success, winning their season opener against Orange County Community College. Team captain Leah Pergola led the team with a total of 20 points, shortly followed by Stylianna Mantzouris and Gracemary Baumann each with 13 points. The Vikings hope that they maintain their overall success as the season plays out.