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Predator Camp Report
6-30-09
New York, NY; The predators hosted the NY Venom last weekend in a controlled scrimmage where both teams put in some good work on the field. "I wanted to see what the new players could do on defense and I was really impressed with their speed and hustle." Said Defensive Coach Pucciarelli "This is up their with some of the best defenive talent we've ever had on the squad, I really expect us to do big things" he added.
On the injury frontier the Predators again lost Angel Pagan for the season as he tore all of his ligaments in his leg. "It's a shame he was really doing real well this season, we wish the best during his recovery" mentioned Coach Aiello "We've really lost a solid team player in Angel" Added team President Bill Simo
Next up for the Predators is another full team practice next week then they Host last years Metro West division winner the Brooklyn Blue Devils.
In other news the Predators named Damian McCaig as a team captain. "Damian leads by example, never misses practice and brings it up a notch during all games, he's the type of person that players will follow onto the field without any hesitation" Commented Simo. The Predators schedule has also changed as the New Jersey Lions have been replaced with the LI Seahawks. "The NY Jaguars had a few issues getting off the ground this season so the league had to adjust the schedule" said Simo
6-1-09
New York, NY The Predators have opened camp now for several weeks and while the expectations run high, question marks are abound before the seasons starts. As the season nears it has become a certain that a few players that the Preds have relied on for the past couple of seasons have retired or taken the year off. Most notiable is the departure of Lou Scala. "Lou was an integral part of the teams success over the past 6 seasons and holds every Predator record for a QB. He was a leader and will be soley missed by the team" Said Team President Bill Simo. While Lou's departure has been known for quite some time others like WR Bruce Dudley, CB Ben Rodriguez, SS Godfrey Zueletta, OG Elijah Tucker and OG Devin Turner were unforseen. "These players were all big parts of the teams success over the past couple of seasons" added Simo "We're really going to miss them but that's the reaility of the game" added Head Coach Matt Aiello "Anytime you lose 4 or 5 starters from an offensive it's get's tuff but we'll adjust and make it work" he added
While there has been some departures there have also been a few returns. Phil Rossamando, Jerone Antoine and Joe Romero will be back with the team this year to help solidfy a highly touted defensive line. "Along with Polizzi, Wiltshire and Pielich this should really bring back the the health of the defensive unit" Said Simo. While there are many new comers the QB position has been a battle with Moe, Gino Scarano, Chris App and Richie Doyle. WR newcomers Walter Carter, Ryan Sullivan and Steve Messam. Also impressive are offensive lineman Isacc Brockman and Suarez. "We have a few more guys coming back from arena and college this week but overall the quality of players is very good" mentioned Aiello
Coach Pucc will access the defensive newcomers after next Wednesday's practice and both Coach Cardinale's will detail the special teams in two weeks.
Predators Rookie and Veteran Training Camp Opens in April
The Predators will be opening up camp this year on April 4th over at Lt Nick Lea Field in South Beach on Father Cappodanno Blvd at 1pm. This season the rookies will be practicing along with other rookies until April 18th when at that time practice becomes mandatory for the entire team. All rookies are required to bring a $25 registration fee. If the rookie registration fee is not paid you can not practice with the team. PRACTICE STARTS AT 2PM
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Field is located before Seaview Ave and just before the Rodeo. (SI Hospital Seaview Ave.) LT. NICK LIA, USMC FOOTBALL FIELD.
500 Father Capodanno Blvd. Staten Island, NY 10305
From the Bk/Queens/BX,NYC take BQE to Verr. Bridge. Take the First exit which is Father Capodanno Blvd. Fields will be on your right in about 2.5 miles.
From Jersey take SI Expressway to last exit Father Capodanno. Make right at light look for fields on right 2.5 miles down the road.
If you are interested fill out the application and a team rep will get back to you ASAP Predators Player Application
Note: There will be a $25 registration fee paid in cash the day of the start of mini-camp or online here using paypal. If using paypal please make sure you note the correct name so we can attach it to your applications. Players that don't have the registration fee will not be allowed to particpate. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
Predator 2008 Award Winners & Other News
Staten, Island,NY The NY Predators celebrated it's 2008 season by having it's awards dinner at Big Nose Kates in Staten Island. BNK sponsored both the party and awards and made the evening a great success. The 2008 award winners were;
Damian McCaig - Rookie Of the Year
Chris Knapp - Offensive Lineman of the Year
Phil Castallani - Defensive Lineman of the Year
Shameek Champagne - Defensive MVP
Chi Chi Mansaray - Offensive MVP
Kareen Moon - Team MVP
Among those honored were the Code Red Dancers, Head Coach Matt Aiello, Defensive and Asst. Head Coach Vinny Pucciarelli.
The Predators also announced some coaching changes for the 2009 season. The Predators have named Charlie Buddensick offensive coordinator for the 2009 season. Many will recognize Charlie from manning the Susan Wagner Falcons H.S. sidelines over the past 20 years. Charlie's experience will be an invaluable asset to the teams future success. Additionally Rob Miller has been named WR coach. Rob a former Predator player and co-founded the Predators. Joe Cardinale Sr. and Jr. will also be back with the team this season. Joe Sr. will act as a special assistant to the head coach and Junior will be taking over the special teams unit again as he did prior to going away to college. The additions along with many new roster additions should make for another succesful season in 2009
Predators CODE REDdancers look to bring home second national title
Many people within the organization may not know this but the Predators dance team "Code Red" won a NDS national title in 2008. In 2009 they will be competing once again in many competitions from April to June. During much of the past 3 years they have been working hard at promoting themselves as part of the New York Predators and expanding our fan base while at the same time practicing at least twice a week throughout the entire year. The Predators organization would like to thank Code Red for all their efforts and will be rooting for them at this years competitions! For more information about Code Red, click on the Code Red link on the main menu of our site
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