Sports Stories - Varsity Boys & Girls Swimming 2012-2013
Swimmers Play Waiting Game On Extension Of Post Season
February 9, 2013
CHEEKTOWAGA -- The Boys Varsity Swim team competed in the Class C Championship meet on Saturday and finished a respectable 7th out of 16 teams. The 200 Medley Relay of Brian Alt, Tyler Swann, John Stansbury, and Casey Webb swam a season best time and finished in fourth place which was good enough to earn a sectional patch. Alt swam a personal best time in the 100 Backstroke finishing third while setting a new school record, also good for a sectional patch.
Achieving personal best times at the event were Zach Shaft in the 100 and 200 Free; Nick Israel 100 Back and 50 Free; Tyler Swann 50 Free; Nolan Bouchane 100 Breaststroke; Casey Webb 50 and 100 Free; Zach Smolinsky 100 Free.
The team will now wait until Tuesday to find out if they will be competing at sectionals and state qualifiers this Friday at Clarence.
Alt Wins Two Events At N-O League Championships
February 5, 2013
BARKER -- The Varsity Swim team began its post season on Tuesday night with a strong showing at the Niagara-Orleans League Championship Meet. Congratulations to Captain Brian Alt who led the Raiders with a league title in two events. Alt brought home the the 100 Backstroke and 200 Individual Medley. Other top finishers were Zach Shaft, 5th in the 200 Free; Nick Israel, 4th in the 100 Backstroke; John Stansbury, 3rd in the 100 Butterfly; Casey Webb, 3rd in the 50 Free; Tyler Swann, 3rd in the 100 Breaststroke; Nolan Bouchane, 6th in the 100 Breaststroke.
The team posted 6 personal best times at the meet and also had strong performances by seventh graders Collin Webb and Andrew Jenks. The next meet is the Class C Championship on Saturday at Maryvale High School.
Girls Swimmers Take Fifth At Crossover Meet With Genesee Region
February 1, 2013
AKRON -- The Lady Raiders Varsity Swim team competed in their last meet of the season Friday night at the Genesee Region - Niagara-Orleans League Crossover Meet at Akron High School. Barker swam exceptionally well recording 14 personal best times while cruising to a 5th place finish out of 14 teams. Top finishers were: Emma Jenks, 5th place in the 50 Free; Madison Greenwald, 8th place in the 50 Free; Meghan Menz, 10th place in the 100 Fly; Brooke Targus, 8th place in the 100 Back and 200 IM; Haley Richbart, 7th place in the 100 Breaststroke; Ruth Gendrue, 6th place in the 200 IM and 5th place in the 500 Free.
Also, seventh grader Sara Gendrue placed 9th in the 100 Breaststroke and eighth grader Anie Carestia placed 19th in the breaststroke. The team now says good-bye and best of luck in the future to seniors Amanda Austin, Ruth Gendrue, and Meghan Menz. The work ethic, positive attitude and contributions of these three swimmers to the Barker Swim program will be missed.
Gendrue And Richbart Grab Ribbons At All League
January 29, 2013
AKRON -- The Niagara-Orleans League Girls Championship Meet was held in Akron on Tuesday night where the Lady Raiders swam 11 of their best times. Ribbon winners were Ruth Gendrue who was 3rd in the 200 IM and 5th in the 500 Free, Hayley Richbart who earned 2nd place with a personal best time in the 100 Breaststroke, Emma Jenks was 5th in the 50 Free and 6th in the 100 Free, and Madison Greenwald who took 4th in the 50 Free with a personal best time.
Both 200 Medley Relay teams had best times. Elise Zapp, Sara Gendrue, Allie Austin and Madison Greenwald placed 3rd in their heat while Brooke Targus, Hayley Richbart, Meghan Menz, and Emma Jenks placed 5th. The last event of the evening, the 400 Relay, swam by Erin Greenwald, Allie Austin, Emma Fox, and Anie Carestia earned a best time and placed 3rd in their heat.
The last meet of the season will be this Friday at Akron for the N-O/GR Crossover meet. Start time is 6:00 pm.
10 Senior Swimmers Recognized
January 24, 2013
BARKER -- The Varsity Swim team had a fantastic week ending with Senior Night and a split against Newfane on Thursday. The boys team swam to victory over the Panthers while the girls team swam well, but were unable to catch the league leaders. Barker produced multiple best times on both sides. Seniors recognized for Barker were Amanda Austin, Ruth Gendrue, Rheanne Levy, Meghan Menz, Fede Romor, Brian Alt, Alfredo Bautista, Nick Israel, Zach Shaft and Zach Smolinsky as they swam their last home meet. Their work ethic, commitment to team and willingness to assist the younger swimmers in improving their stroke is already reaping huge dividends on the team.
Next up is All League and sectionals.
Swimmers Edge Akron After Relay Wins
January 17, 2013
BARKER -- The Varsity swim teams recorded a double win as both the girls and boys touched out the visiting Akron Tigers in a Niagara-Orleans League contest on Thursday night. The sirls team avenged an earlier loss by turning the tide on the Lady Tigers. Even though Barker won 5 first place events, the two teams were tied leading into the final relay. Barker's team of Ruth Gendrue, Meghan Menz, Renee Levy, and Emma Jenks took first place to secure the win as the crowd roared.
The boys continued their winning ways by claiming 7 first place finishes. Brian Alt and Casey Webb were both double winners with personal best times. As with the girls, the meet came down to the last relay and the Barker team of John Stansbury, Zach Smolinsky, Zach Shaft and Brian Alt secured the win.
The depth of both teams continues to contribute to the victories. Specifically, Nick Israel, Alonzo St. Louis, Alex Goodlander, Anie Carestia, Madison Greenwald and Erin Greenwald.
The next meet is Thursday against Newfane. The team will recognize the seniors prior to the contest.
Jenks Grabs Two Wins At Albion
January 15, 2013
ALBION -- The Barker Swim teams traveled to Albion on Tuesday to take on the Purple Eagles for their last road meet of the season. The girls won 62-34 and the guys won 73-21. Both teams took 9 of 11 first place finishes. Double winners for the girls were Emma Jenks in the 50 and 100 Free and Brooke Targus in the 200 IM and 100 Backstroke. Brian Alt was a winner in both the 200 IM and the 100 Backstroke.
The next meet is against Akron on Thursday at 4:30.
Alt Takes 100 Back at Roy-Hart
January 10, 2013
MIDDLEPORT -- The Barker Swim teams traveled to Roy-Hart on Thursday night to take on the Rams. The girls came away with three first place finishes. Individual winners for Barker were Emma Jenks in the 100 Free and Haley Richbart in the 100 Breaststroke.
The boys were out to avenge their only loss of season on Thursday. The meet started off great as Barker won the Medley Relay. The Raiders also won the 200 Free Relay and Brain Alt won the 100 Backstroke. Barker was able to keep it close as their depth and versatility showed. The boys are currently in second place in the N-O League with both losses coming at the hands of Roy-Hart. The girls are in fourth.
The next swim meet is Tuesday against Albion.
Girls Swimmers Take All Events
January 8, 2013
BARKER -- The Varsity Swim teams battled the Medina Mustangs and the flu bug en route to a double win on Tuesday night. Barker’s depth and versatility prevailed. The girls won 91-79 as they swam away with every first place event. There were multiple personal best times including Meghan Menz, Emma Jenks, Melissa Pestinger, and Sara Gendrue. Inspiring performances were provided by Dillynn Taylor and Erin Greenwald as they battled thru injury and illness.
The boys team swept 8 of 11 first place events recording their first season sweep of the Mustang team in years. The boys were led by Brian Alt, Zack Shaft, Casey Webb, Zach Smolinsky and John Stansbury. Outstanding performances by Alonzo St. Louis, Nick Israel, Donavan Haag, Nolan Bouchane and Alexander Goodlander sealed the win.
The boys are now 8–2 and the girls 6–4. The next meet is Thursday at 4:30 at Roy-Hart.
Webb Takes 50 Free At Newfane
January 3, 2013
NEWFANE -- The Barker Swim teams traveled to Newfane on Thursday night and came away with a split. The guys mixed up the line-up and swam to a 104–60 victory by taking 9 of 11 first places. Zach Shaft won the 200 IM, Casey Webb the 50 Free, Nolan Bouchane the 100 Breast, John Stansbury the 100 Fly, and Brian Alt was a double winner in the 200 Free and 100 Back. Also, grabbing points for the guys were Collin Webb, Alex Goodlander, Dustin Walters, and Patrick Desmarias.
The girls team swam fast, but were no match for the league leaders. Some of the young swimmers that stood out were Melissa Pestinger, Allison Austin, Brooke Targus, Maya Gooding, Madison Greenwald, and Renee Levy.
The next meet is Tuesday at home against Medina.
Levy And Richbart Both Take First At Akron
December 20, 2012
AKRON -- The Varsity Swim teams split with Akron last night. The boys touched out Akron with an 88-82 win as Brian Alt swam the final leg of the 400 Relay. Alt followed Zack Smolinsky, John Stansbury, and Zach Shaft. Casey Webb swam his best time to win the 50 Free in 24.69 seconds.
The girls fought hard, but the night ended with a 91-79 loss. Renee Levy and Hayley Richbart each had a first place finish along with the 200 Free Relay team of included Levy, Meghan Menz, Ruth Gendrue, and Emma Jenks. Madison Greenwald, Anie Carestia, Emma Fox, Allie Austin, and Madison Dryburgh were also some of the key swimmers.
Girls Swimmers Take All Three Relays Against Albion
December 17, 2012
BARKER -- The Boys and Girls Varsity Swim teams had solid wins over the Albion Purple Eagles on Monday night. The girls won 102-62 with Ruth Gendrue, Emma Jenks, Meghan Menz, Brooke Targus, and Hayley Richbart each having a first place finish. The girls also took all three relays which added Renee Levy and Madison Greenwald to the top finishers. Grayce Weller, Maya Gooding, Natalie Menz, Sara Gendrue, Maddison Dryburgh and Anie Carestia also had solid performances that contributed to the team win.
The boys had an impressive 101-58 win over Albion with first place finishes by Zach Shaft, Brian Alt, Casey Web, John Stansbury, Tyler Swann and Zack Smolinsky. Andrew Jenks, Alex Goodlander, Patrick Desmarais and Alfredo Bautista also swam great times to contribute to the win.
Barker goes on the road Thursday to take on Akron at 4:30 pm.
Swim Team Faces Roy-Hart In Front Of Packed House
December 13, 2012
BARKER -- The bleachers were packed with fans to watch the Barker Raiders and the Roy-Hart Rams compete in the pool on Thursday night. The Lady Raiders team produced many personal best times, but were unable to overtake the Rams. Emma Jenks won the 100 Free with a personal best time. Also swimming fast for Barker was Erin Greenwald, Allison Austin, Emma Fox, Anie Carestia, Brooke Targus and Dillynn Taylor.
The boys team swam well as Brian Alt was an individual winner in the 100 Backstroke. The 200 Free Relay of Zach Shaft, Zach Smolinsky, John Stansbury, and Casey Webb took first place. Donnie Haag, Andrew Jenks, John Stansbury, and Dustin Walters also swam personal best times.
Both teams are both 1-1 in league competition. The next meet is Monday at 4:30 versus Albion.
Boys Grab Final Relay To Win At Medina
December 11, 2012
MEDINA -- The Boys and Girls Varsity Swim teams began their league competition with a meet against Medina on Tuesday night. Both teams won hard fought battles over the Sea Horses. The girls swam to a 93-77 victory with eight first place finishes. Ruth Gendrue had two individual wins while Emma Jenks, Renee Levy and Dillynn Taylor each added one. All three relays also placed first.
The boys gave their all and took control to win the meet by grabbing the last relay for an 86-84 win. Zach Shaft, John Stansbury, Tim Flint, and Tyler Swann each earned a first place finish as Brian Alt had two individual firsts for the team.
Every swimmer contributed to these wins. The team is hoping for a big crowd on Thursday as they host the Roy-Hart Channel Cats. The meet starts at 4:30 pm.
Double Win For Swim Teams
December 6, 2012
BARKER -- The Barker swim teams played host to Wheatland Chili on Thursday night in the last of their non-league contests. Both Barker teams won by large margins as the teams showcased their veteran leadership and overall team depth and strength. Brian Alt, John Stansbury, Ruth Gendrue and Renee Levy were all double winners. First place finishers were Haley Richbart, Dillion Taylor, Tyler Swann and Zach Smolinsky.
Both teams are showing lots of improvement with Madison Greenwald, Patrick Desmarias, Elise Zapp, Sara Gendrue, Andrew Jenks, Grayce Weller, Natilie Menz, and Collin Webb swimming fast. Congratulations go Alex Goodlander and Allison Austin for swimming their first 100 Fly of the season with many more to come.
The girls and boys teams are now 3-1 on the season. League competition begins at Medina on Tuesday at 4:30.
Trip To Alexander Successful For Girls Swim Team
December 4, 2012
ALEXANDER -- The Barker Swim teams traveled to Alexander on Tuesday night to take on the Alexander Trojans. The Lady Raiders showed their strength and depth by swimming to first place in nine of the eleven events and winning the meet 62-33. First place finishers for the girls were Dillynn Taylor - 100 Back, Brooke Targus -200 IM, Meghan Menz - 100 Fly, Hayley Richbart - 100 Breast Stroke, and Ruth Gendrue 200 and 500 Free. The Lady Raiders also swept the relays and had a strong showing from Madison Greenwald, Madison Dryburgh, Allison Austin, Anie Carestia and Leah Perkins.
The boys team swam hard, but were just touched out by Alexander 51-50. Brian Alt was a double winner for the guys in both the 200 IM and 100 Back. Tyler Swan picked up a first in the 100 Breast Stroke. The team had strong performances by Nick Israel, Donnie Haag, Alex Goodlander, Tim Flint and Alonzo St. Louis.
Both teams stand at 2 wins 1 loss on the season. The next meet is at home on Thursday at 4:30 pm.
Alt & Shaft Are Double Winners In Swimming Victory
November 29, 2012
BARKER -- The Varsity Swim teams hosted the Attic Blue Devils on Thursday night and the boys' team continued their winning ways with a 112-50 victory. The senior captains led the way as Brain Alt and Zach Shaft were both double winners. Alt took the 200 IM and 100 Backstroke while Shaft was victorious in both the 200 and 100 Free. Also grabbing first place were Casey Webb in the 50 Free and John Stansbury in the 100 Fly.
The Lady Raiders lost a close one captain Ruth Gendrue leading the way. Gendrue posted wins in both the 200 IM and 500 Free. Brooke Targus claimed first in the 100 Backstroke.
Between the two teams there were over 25 personal best times posted. The fast times for both teams are just the beginning. The next meet is at Alexander on Tuesday.
Swim Teams Off And Racing
November 27, 2012
BERGEN -- The Varsity Swim teams traveled to Byron-Bergen last night and came away with two wins to start the season on a high note for both teams. The girls picked up a 96-71 victory while the boys finished with a very impressive 102-43 advantage. Both teams benefited from strong performances by the veteran swimmers and the quality contributions by the newcomers. First place finishers for the ladies were: 200 Free - Renee Levy, 200 IM and 500 Free - Ruth Gendrue, 100 Fly - Meghan Menz, 100 Free - Emma Jenks, 200 Free Relay - Brooke Targus, Jenks, Menz and Gendrue.
First place finishers for the boys: 200 Medley Relay - Brian Alt, Tyler Swan, John Stansbury and Zach Smolinsky, 200 Free - Zach Shaft, 50 Free - Casey Webb, 500 Free and 100 Back - Alt, 100 Free - Smolinsky. Barker also won both the 200 and 400 Free Relays.
The next meet is Thursday in Barker at 4:30 against Attica.