Season ends in Regional semi-finals

Wednesday night saw the end of the Trojans season as they fell to Walther Lutheran 64-60. Although last month the Trojans lost to Walther by 20, this game was much closer. At the half the teams were tied 26-26. During the second half, the Broncos were able to expand their league to 11 points on two different occasions. Both times, the Trojans would not go away and kept grinding to make it a game until the final buzzer. Actually, the Trojans cut the lead to 3 with 17 seconds to play. Walther hit their free throws down the stretch to get the victory.

Danny Leach (21 pts, 3 rebs, 1 assist), Matt Robinson (13 pts, 6 rebs, 3 assists, 2 stls), Chris Ridolphi (9 pts, 10 rebs, 3 assists, 1 stl), Connor VanderBrug (8 pts, 5 rebs, 1 stl), Matt Morrison (3 pts, 4 rebs, 2 assists), Tyler VanderBrug (5 pts, 3 rebs, 2 assists, 1 stl), and Luke Davidson (3 rebs, 1 assist)all cracked the stat sheet.

It was disappointing to drop the contest but the coaches were proud of the guys for battling until the end.

On a better note -- congratulations to Matt Robinson and Tyler VanderBrug who advanced in the 3 pt shooting contest. They both will shoot on Friday night at Westmont around 6:40 with a chance to advance to sectionals.

The Trojans finish at 15-14 and 6-6 on the season. Thank you to all parents and fans for all of your support.

The Coaching staff would also like to thank the outgoing seniors for their contributions to the basketball program. Brennen Lindsey, Drew Miller, Matthew Morrison, Chris Ridolphi, Matt Robinson, Aaron Snoeyink, and Tyler VanderBrug, you will surely be missed.

Trojans get Regional victory vs Lisle

Regional play opened Tuesday night at Westmont for the Trojans. The Trojans played Lisle High School. Once again the Trojans got off to a very poor start and Lisle led 14-5 at the end of the 1st quarter. The Trojans made a slight comeback but were still down 22-16 at the half. The Trojans then played a strong 3rd quarter outscoring the Lions 20-8 for a 36-30 lead at the end of 3. The 4th quarter was played even and the Trojans were able to sink their free throws down the stretch for a 51-45 victory.

The Trojans played a solid second half and had contributions from many. Matt Robinson (5 rebs, 2 stls, 2 assists), Chris Ridolphi (4 assists, 2 stls, 3 rebs, 7 pts), Aaron Snoeyink (1 reb), Danny Leach (3 assists, 3 rebs, 1 stl, 21 pts), Tyler VanderBrug (5 rebs, 2 assists, 1 stl, 14 pts), Luke Davidson (5 rebs, 1 stl, 1 pt), Brennen Lindsey, and Connor VanderBrug (3 rebs, 1 assist, 8 pts) all saw time in the victory.

The Trojans will play tonight (Wednesday) in the Regional Semi-finals vs. Walther Lutheran. The game is played at Westmont High School and begins at 8:10 pm. Please come out and support the team.

Week of February 20

Monday Feb. 20 Practice 10:00-11:30 am

Tuesday Feb. 21 Practice 3:10-3:45
Regional Game vs Lisle at Westmont at 8:10 pm

Wednesday Feb. 22 Practice 3:10-3:45
Possible Regional game at Westmont at 8:10 pm

Thursday Feb. 23 Practice 3:05-4:45
Possible pasta party after practice

Friday Feb. 24 Practice 3:05-4:45
Possible Regional Championship at Westmont at 7:30 pm

Saturday Feb. 25 Practice 10:00-11:00 am

Trojans secure Homecoming Victory vs. Fenton

Friday night was Homecoming and also the end of the regular season. On a very busy evening, the Trojans enjoyed a great crowd as the gym was packed for Homecoming night. The night began with Trojan players Jimmy Larkin, Aaron Snoeyink, and Chris Ridolphi walking out with the Homecoming court. Congratulations to these men on their selection by their classmates. Also congratulations to Chris Ridolphi who was named the Homecoming King.

After pictures, it was time to quickly change from the suits to the uniforms for the basketball game against the Fenton Bison. Unfortunately, the Trojans came out flat in the first half and found themselves behind at halftime by a score of 29-18. Behind the hot shooting of Danny Leach (30 pts, 2 rebs, 2 assists, 1 stl) the Trojans were able to regroup and finish strong in the second half. The final score saw the Trojans secure a victory by a score of 55-53. Chris Ridolphi (9 pts, 6 rebs, 4 assists, 1 stl), Matt Morrison (6 rebs, 3 stls, 2 pts), Tyler VanderBrug (6 pts, 4 rebs, 2 assists, 1 stl), Connor VanderBrug (8 pts, 3 assists, 2 rebs, 1 stl), Luke Davidson (2 pts, 1 reb, 1 assist), Matt Robinson (4 rebs),and Aaron Snoeyink (1 reb)all cracked the stat sheet on the evening.

The Trojans would like to thank all the alumni and fans who have given such strong support this season. The Trojans end the regular season at 14-13 and 6-6 in conference play to finish in 4th place behind Riverside Brookfield, Ridgewood, and Glenbard South. The Trojans open regional play at Westmont on Tuesday night at 8:10 pm vs. Lisle High School. Please come out and support the Trojans as they begin state tournament play.

VanderBrug fuels victory in comeback vs Elmwood Park

On Tuesday night, the Trojans traveled to Elmwood Park for a conference game vs the Tigers. Elmwood Park came out firing shooting 5-7 from 3 pt range. The Trojans were able to remain close but Elmwood Park continued it's offensive output and the Trojans found themselves in a hole at halftime by a score of 34-42. During the second half, the Trojans turned up the defense and were able to hold the Tigers to just 6 points in the 3rd quarter for a 51-48 lead after 3. The Trojans were able to play an even quarter in the final stanza and register a 63-60 victory.

Senior Tyler VanderBrug had a monster night scoring 25 points to go along with 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals. Although a less than stellar defensive effort in the first half, the Trojans re-grouped and played a good second half. Chris Ridolphi (15 pts, 4 rebs, 4 assists), Danny Leach (10 pts, 4 assists, 3 rebs, 2 stls), Matt Morrison (6 pts, 2 assists, 2 blks, 1 stl, 1 reb), Connor VanderBrug (5 pts, 3 rebs, 1 assist), Aaron Snoeyink (4 rebs, 1 assist), Luke Davidson (2 pts, 2 assists, 1 reb), Matt Robinson (3 rebs, 2 assists, 1 stl), and Drew Miller (1 reb) all contributed on the stat sheet on the night.

The Trojans close the regular season on Friday night with HOMECOMING at 7:00 pm vs. Fenton.

Please come out and support the Trojans.

Tonight's game with Elmwood Park time change

Tonight's game at Elmwood Park will be at 7:30 pm rather than the 7:00 pm time stated earlier. They will be playing the freshman at 4:30 followed by the sophomores at 6:00. The varsity will follow at 7:30 pm.

I apologize for any inconvenience.

Schedule for the week 2/13

Monday 2/13 Practice 3:05-4:45
Tuesday 2/14 Away game at Elmwood Park 7:00 pm
Wednesday 2/15 Practice 3:10-4:45
Thursday 2/16 Practice 4:40-6:15
Thursday 2/16 Pasta Dinner after practice
Friday 2/17 Homecoming game vs Fenton 7:00 pm.
Saturday 2/18 Practice 10:00 am-11:00 am

Timothy Christian edged by Ridgewood

On Friday night, the Trojans traveled to Ridgewood to play the 2nd place Rebels. Because of some hot shooting by Ridgewood, the Trojans found themselves down 36-26 at the half. The Trojans found themselves down by 15 but would battle back and cut the lead to 1 with 1:30 to play in the 4th quarter. Ridgewood made free throws to make the final score Ridgewood 73 and Timothy 67.

A strong effort from the Trojans on this night but the could not get the necessary stops or baskets to pull out the win. 4 players Tyler VanderBrug (21pts, 6 rebs, 5 assists), Danny Leach (17 pts, 4 rebs, 1 assist, 1 stl), Connor VanderBrug (11 pts, 6 rebs, 1 assist, 1 blk) and Chris Ridolphi (10 pts, 3 rebs, 5 assists) scored in double figures on the night. Matt Morrison (7 rebounds, 4 pts, 2 stls, 1 assist, 1 blk), Luke Davidson (5 rebs, 4 pts, 1 assist), and Matt Robinson (2 assists, 4 rebs)also broought tremendous energy on this night.

The Trojans finish up their regular season this week. Tuesday night they will play on the road vs. Elmwood Park with a game time of 7:00 pm. Friday night will be homecoming vs. Fenton. Game time is scheduled for 7:00 pm.

Please keep coming out and supporting the Trojans.

Schedule for the week of 2/6

Monday 2/6 Devotions at 4:00 pm
Practice at 4:25-5:40

Tuesday 2/7 Home Game vs. Riverside Brookfield 7:00 pm
SENIOR NIGHT -- PARENTS SHOULD BE READY TO WALK OUT WITH THEIR SONS AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE SOPHOMORE GAME. THIS WILL PROBABLY BE AROUND 6:45.

Wednesday 2/8 Practice 3:05-4:45

Thursday 2/9 Practice 3:05-4:45 (THIS IS A CHANGE FROM ORIGINAL SCHEDULE)

Friday 2/10 Away Game at Ridgewood at 7:00 pm

Saturday 2/11 Practice 10:00-11:30 am



Regional assignments from the IHSA came out. The Trojans play on Tuesday Feb. 21 at Westmont High School vs. Lisle High School. Game time is 8:10 pm. If we win we play on Wednesday Feb. 22 at 8:10 pm. Regional championship will be on Friday Feb. 24 at 7:30 pm.

Trojans victorious vs. Illiana Christian

On Friday night, the Trojans traveled to Illiana Christian for a tough conference match-up. It was Illiana's homecoming and the gym was packed and rocking all night. It was a great high school atmosphere. The game did not dissapoint as the fans were treated to a hard fought game. The first half was back and forth with the Trojans able to take the lead on a 3 pt basket by Danny Leach. The Trojans led at the half 25-24. During the 3rd quarter, the Trojans were able to extend their lead 37-29. The Vikings would battle back but the Trojans were able to hit their free throws down the stretch and finish with a 54-50 victory.

Chris Ridolphi was strong shooting free throws (8-10) and finished the night with 16 pts, 5 rebs, 5 assists, and 3 stls. Matt Morrison was a force on the boards with 9 rebounds, 4 pts,1 block, and 1 assist. Danny Leach (8 pts, 7 rebs, 1 stl, 1 assist), and Tyler VanderBrug (13 pts, 2 rebs, 1 stl, 1 assist) had good games as well. Matt Robinson (5 pts, 2 rebs, 2 stls), Aaron Snoeyink (2 pts), and Luke Davidson came off the bench with a tremendous amount of energy to solidfy the Trojan attack. The Trojans would like to say THANK YOU to all the fans who made the trip out to Illiana. The entire team really fed off the support. Please keep coming out and supporting the Trojans.

Our next game is on Tuesday night at home vs. Riverside Brookfield at 7:00 pm. It is Senior night and we would love to have you come out and support our seniors.

A clip of the Illiana and Timothy game was broadcast on Comcast High School lights. It can be found at the following link on part two around the 6:46 mark.

http://www.csnchicago.com/pages/video_highschool_lites/#

Trojans drop close contest with Glenbard South

On Tuesday night, the Trojans started the second half of the conference season. They had lost to the Raiders earlier in the season by 17 pts. Tuesday night was a battle that went down to the wire. In the end however the Trojans found themselves on the losing end 61-59. Danny Leach was the leading scorer on the night with 21 pts (1 reb, 1 stl). Chris Ridolphi chipped in with 15 pts (6 rebs, 4 stls, 5 assists). Matt Morrison had a solid game with 10 pts (4 rebs, 2 blocks, 1 stl, 1 assist). Connor VanderBrug (7 pts, 7 rebs, 2 assists), Tyler VanderBrug (3 pts, 4 rebs, 2 stls, 7 assists), Luke Davidson (3 pts, 2 assists), Matt Robinson (2 rebs, 2 assists) and Aaron Snoeyink all made contributions in the game. The entire team brought a strong positive energy and made a strong push to try to pull out the win but the Trojans came up a little short.

The Trojans will next play on Friday night at Illiana Christian. Please come out and support the Trojans. It is Illiana's homecoming so the place should be packed. We would love to see a great turnout from the Trojan faithful. We really appreciate the support.

On Saturday night, the Trojans will have their service project at a local PADS church in Elmhurst. The Trojans will be working setting up beds and serving some of the homeless in the Elmhurst area.