UPDATE: The highly anticipated 19th annual Coaches Choice USA Staten Island vs. New Jersey Challenge is set to ignite excitement this Sunday, November 5, 2023, at Moore Catholic High School in Graniteville. This year’s event features an exhilarating lineup of five games, showcasing local talent and competitive spirit.
In a notable twist, the second game will spotlight a thrilling matchup between Staten Island Academy and Bound Brook, where both head coaches are distinguished former Jaques Award winners. Sandy Litkenhaus, recognized for her excellence in the 1986-87 season, will make her debut as the head coach for Staten Island Academy. Opposing her is Jen Derenjanik, a remarkable three-time Jaques winner, who enters her 12th season at the helm of Bound Brook.
This thrilling event is made possible by the support of former Islander and St. John Villa varsity coach James Martinos, who continues to promote basketball excellence in the community.
The matchups for Sunday are as follows:
– Tottenville vs. Spotswood at 11:00 a.m.
– Staten Island Academy vs. Bound Brook at 12:30 p.m.
– Notre Dame Academy vs. Mount St. Mary at 2:05 p.m.
– St. Joseph by-the-Sea vs. East Brunswick at 3:45 p.m.
– Moore Catholic vs. Snyder at 5:20 p.m.
Fans can expect an exhilarating day filled with competitive action and the celebration of local talent, including the unique storyline of coaches with deep roots in the Staten Island basketball community. The stakes are high, and the atmosphere is sure to be electric as these teams vie for victory.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event — mark your calendars and support the future stars of high school basketball!
