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Ilion Sports Information

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Ilion High - All Sports Season Schedules


Don Taylor - Ilion NY
Don Taylor Class of 1947 - Ilion's Number 1 Fan

Don Taylor '47, 82, a lifelong resident of Ilion, passed into the arms of the Lord on Saturday afternoon, May 19, 2012 in St Elizabeth’s Hospital in Utica, NY. He began his local legendary coaching career in 1953. For the next 43 years he was the CYO basketball coach at Annunciation Catholic School where he taught hundreds of young men, not only the finer points of playing basketball but what it took to be a man of integrity. The Annunciation gymnasium was dedicated in his honor as the Don Taylor gymnasium. Mr. Taylor was the official timer at the track and field events at Ilion High School. (May 12, 2012)

Lever Cup....

    Brett Leon and Nate Pearson are the 2010 recipients of the The Lever Cup. The cup is awarded to the boy who has earned the greatest number of points based on scholastic and athletic work. A list of other 2010 Block I Award recipients is available on The Evening Telegram web site. (July 3, 2010)

Jerry Walsh "CakeEater Classic" Memorial Golf Tournament

    "My Dad, Jerry Walsh, was a 1966 graduate of Ilion High School. Unfortunately, he passed away on August 13, 2008 after a 15 month battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). Our family has decided to hold a golf tournament in his memory to benefit ALS of Utica for patient/family care and national research. We invite all Ilion alumni to join us on Sunday May 31 at Hidden Valley Golf Club in Whitesboro. For more information please call Carol Walsh at 894-9115 or email carolwalsh@twcny.rr.com or visit our website at www.cakeeaterclassic.com. We hope to see as many alumni as possible. It is our hope that we can save other families from experiencing such a painful loss due to this horrible disease." Chris Walsh (May 5, 2009)

All Sports Season Schedules....

David P. Whalen Memorial Park Golf Outing.....

    In memory of David P. Whalen, Ilion Class of 1974, plans are currently underway for a golf outing to benefit The David P. Whalen Community Park.

    (Four Man Scramble Format)
    June 21, 2008 10 AM
    The Hidden Valley Golf Course - located on Castle Road, Whitesboro, NY
    Cost:$70 per person (includes golf, cart, lunch & steak dinner)
    Non-Golfers are welcome for dinner ($20)

    If interested, Call Larry Woody at 894-3773

    Make checks payable to: David P. Whalen Memorial
    Mail to Larry Woody, 160 Barringer Road, Ilion NY 13357
    (modified March 7, 2008)



Hershey Track & Field Youth Program 2008....

    The 16th Annual Hershey's Track & Field Games will be held on May 31, 2008 at the Ilion High School Track, as well as the New York State West Finals, Saturday June 21. We need your help to make it a success. Please e-mail Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If you're new to the event, "WELCOME". Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 at 315-894-5636 or e-mail davew@ilionhershey.com. Interested children (ages 9-14, effective 12-31-08) may pick up entry forms at the Ilion Public Library, Mohawk YMCA, or the Physical Education office at your school. Entry forms must be mailed in ASAP. Registration Night at the Ilion Public Library is Tuesday, May 20 7:00-8:30 pm. Check out the Hershey website at www.ilionhershey.com. (Jan 26, 2008)

Tribute to Bob Turley.....

Terry Baker '67, email , from Attleboro, MA, sent a tribute to Bob Turley. (Dec 14, 2007)

    "Hello. What a nice site. Good job by all involved. Hey, this past June the new athletic facilities were dedicated to Ilion graduate, Class of 67, long time teacher, coach and Athletic Director, Bob Turley. What a great honor for Bob and well deserved. Bob graduated from Springfield College and returned to his alma mater, Ilion, to teach, coach and mentor thousands of Ilion students. Bob has touched so many Ilion graduates in such a positive way. Bob's commitment to the students of Ilion High School is second to no one I have ever encountered. Turl, thanks from all of us who know you and have had the experience to play for you. Much happiness in you and Rory's retirement. Coach Robert Turley, Class of 1967, has left his mark on Ilion High School." (Dec 15, 2007)

Ilion Community Park to be renamed David P. Whalen Community Park.....



Hershey Track & Field Youth Program 2007....

    The 15th Annual Hershey's Track & Field Games will be held on June 2, 2007 at the Ilion High School Track, as well as the New York State West Finals, Saturday July 7th. We need your help to make it a success. Please email Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If you're new to the event, "WELCOME". Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 at 315-894-5636 or e-mail davew@ilionhershey.com. Interested children (ages 9-14, effective 12-31-07) may pick up entry forms at the Ilion Public Library, Mohawk YMCA, or the Physical Education office at your school. Entry forms must be mailed in ASAP. Registration Night at the Ilion Public Library is Tuesday, May 22 7:00-8:30 pm. Check out the Hershey website at www.ilionhershey.com. (Jan 2, 2007)

Sports Pictures on WKTV....

Lever Cup....

    Christopher G. Maley, is the 2006 recipient of the The Lever Cup. The cup is awarded to the boy who has earned the greatest number of points based on scholastic and athletic work. (July 11, 2006)

Hershey Track & Field Youth Program 2006....

    The 14th Annual District Hershey's Track & Field Youth Program will be held on June 3, 2006 at the Ilion High School Track, as well as the New York State West Finals, Saturday July 8th. We need your help to make it a success. Please email Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If you're new to the event, "WELCOME". Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 at 315-894-5636 or e-mail davew@ilionhershey.com. Interested students (ages 9-14, effective 12-31-06) may pick up entry forms at the Ilion Public Library, Mohawk YMCA, or the Physical Education office at your school. Entry forms must be mailed in ASAP. Registration Night at the Ilion Public Library is Tuesday, May 23 7:00-8:30 pm. Check out the Hershey website at at www.ilionhershey.com. (Feb 28, 2006)

Lever Cup....

    Joel Bigelow, is the 2005 recipient of the The Lever Cup. The cup is awarded to the boy who has earned the greatest number of points based on scholastic and athletic work. (June 20, 2005)

Hershey Track & Field Youth Program 2005....

    The Thirteenth Annual District Hershey's Track & Field Youth Program will be held on June 4, 2005 at the Ilion High School Track, as well as the New York State West Finals, Saturday July 9th. We need your help to make it a success. Please email Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If you're new to the event, "WELCOME". Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 at 315-894-5636 or e-mail davew@ilionhershey.com. Interested students (ages 9-14, effective 12-31-05) may pick up entry forms at the Ilion Public Library, Mohawk YMCA, or the Physical Education office at your school. Entry forms must be mailed in ASAP. Registration Night at the Ilion Public Library is Wednesday June 1st 6:30-8:00 pm. Check out the Hershey website at at www.ilionhershey.com. (Jan 8, 2005)

Lever Cup....

    Robert Raux, is the 2004 recipient of the The Lever Cup. The cup is awarded to the boy who has earned the greatest number of points based on scholastic and athletic work. (Jan 5, 2005)

Hershey Track & Field Youth Program 2004....

    The Twelfth Annual District Hershey Track & Field Youth Program will be held on June 5, 2004 at the Ilion High School Track, as well as the New York State West Finals, Saturday July 10th. We need your help to make it a success. Please email Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If you're new to the event, "WELCOME". Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 at 315-894-5636 or e-mail davew@ilionhershey.com. Interested students (ages 9-14, effective 12-31-04) may pick up entry forms at the Ilion Public Library, Mohawk YMCA, or the Physical Education office at your school. Entry forms must be mailed in ASAP. Registration Night at the Ilion Public Library is Tuesday June 1st 6:30-8:00 pm. Check out the Hershey website at www.ilionhershey.com. (September 29, 2003)

Lever Cup....

    Jordan Burger, son of Lance Burger '75 and Leslie (Ford) Burger '75, is the 2003 recipient of the The Lever Cup. The cup is awarded to the boy who has earned the greatest number of points based on scholastic and athletic work. (July 18, 2003)

Hershey Track & Field Youth Program....

    The Eleventh Annual District Hershey Track & Field Youth Program will be held on May 31st, 2003 at the Ilion High School Track, as well as the New York State West Finals, Saturday July 12th. We need your help to make it a success. Please email Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If you're new to the event, "WELCOME". Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 at 315-894-5636 or e-mail FirebirdDW@yahoo.com. Interested students (ages 9-14, effective 12-31-03) may pick up entry forms at the Ilion Public Library, Mohawk YMCA, or the Physical Education office at your school. Entry forms must be mailed in ASAP. Registration Night at the Ilion Public Library is Tuesday May 27 6:30-8:00 pm. Check out the Hershey website at http://www.ilionny.com/hershey/. (May 29, 2003)

2002 Fall Football Schedule....

Jordan Burger takes sixth in state wrestling tournament ....

    Ilion Junior, Jordan Burger, [son of Lance and Leslie (Ford) Burger '75], at 160 pounds placed sixth in the state wrestling tournament Saturday, March 2, 2002. Burger ended the year at 37-6 to tie Brad Darrow for the single-season record for wins. (Updated March 6, 2002)

Hershey Track & Field Youth Program....

    The Tenth Annual Hershey Track & Field Youth Program will be held on June 1st, 2002 and we need your help to make it a success again this year. Please email Dave Williams if you would be willing to assist in the planning and/or running of this year's meet. If you've helped out in the past, thanks again. If your new to the event, "WELCOME".

    Volunteer's call Dave Williams, Class of '70 894-5636 or e-mail FirebirdDW@yahoo.com

    Check out his World Wide Web Home Page at: The Official Website for the Mohawk Valley Hershey Track & Field Youth Program. (Updated Oct 19, 2002)

Ilion High Golf

Ilion Boys Volleyball

Wide Receivers Coach at Hartwick College.....

LeMoyne Volleyball Coach.....

    Mike Stephens '85 is the an assistant coach at Le Moyne. He has also coached high school volleyball for the past 11 years. (January 12, 2002)

Olympic Torch Relay.....

    Dave Williams '70 was nominated by Mrs. Hand (her son Tyler participated in the Herhsey Program for 6 years) from Herkimer to participate in the Olympic Torch Relay. Dave was selected to to carry the Flame when it goes through Utica next Sunday, December 30th at 1:44 p.m. His particular segment will be on Genessee Street from Cottage Place to Tracy Street. He'd like to share this moment with all his friends, family and all everyone who has been involved in the Hershey Track & Field Youth Program, so your invited to come and cheer Dave on next Sunday. (December 24, 2001)

IHS 1960 Classmate carries torch in Olympic Relay....

    Former classmate, Edward J. Conte, age 59, achieved the honor of being a torchbearer in the Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Relay in Greenville, S.C. He had to carry the torch for his 2/10 of a mile while in a wheelchair due to his muscular dystrophy. Edward currently lives in Loudon, Tenn. He's the second member of his family to join the select list of people chosen to carry the Olympic flame. Conte's daughter, Danielle, 32, was a torchbearer in Greensboro, N.C. for the 1996 Summer Olympic Games which were held in Atlanta. His daughter, along with several friends, wrote a letter to the Olympic Committee nominating him for the honor. "It was magical. It was fantastic. I tried to think of all the people who have helped me through the years in my child advocacy work. I felt like I was representing all those people," said Conte of his torch-bearing experience. Ed's route did not begin until 11 p.m. "It was fantastic. There were crowds of people lined up in the streets and the sidewalks who were really cheering me on. Even at 11 there were tons of people out," said Conte, who added that the feeling of national unity at the Relay was particularly strong because of the events that happened on Sept. 11. Among those rooting him on were several members of his family, including both of his sisters, Donna Fifield and Norma Powers of Ilion, his wife, Jeanette, Danielle and his other daughter Kristen. In addition, some of Conte's friends from Vestal, N.Y. were on hand for the occasion. Ed's journey of community service started in Ilion as a teen-ager, when he became active with youth programs at the Methodist Church and the YMCA. Currently, Conte is trying to establish a child advocacy center in Tennessee that would provide several services in one place for children who have been sexually abused. He is the son of the late Iva and Louis Conte of Ilion and has also been actively involved with the Make-a-Wish Foundation along with other advocacy-minded organizations. (Source "The Evening Telegram - December 8, 2001)

St. Lawrence University Staff.....

September 7, Celebration....

    Former Football Players are invited to A Tribute to Coach Nick Pannes on September 7, 2001. Click here for all the details. (Updated August 10 2001)

2001 Boilermaker Results....

    Now available - the 2001 Race Results for Ilionites running in the annual 15k Road Race. Be sure to check out results for Class of 1992 alumnus, Chris Getman. Congratulations Chris on your fastest Boilermaker ever! Search for more results here (Updated July 14 2001)

2001 Fall Football Schedule....

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Created and maintained by Aileen Carney Sweeney - Class of 1974
Updated - January 17, 2005

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