EPHS Girls Volleyball
The Townies girls volleyball team is off and running in their return to Division 1 play this season with an 8-1 record. East Providence defeated Cumberland, Classical, South Kingstown, Barrington, Chariho, East Greenwich and Cranston East before losing to also undefeated North Kingstown. The Townies then bounced back with a win over Cranston West. The team was down two sets in a match last month at East Greenwich but came back to win in 5 sets. Keira Mullen had 21 kills, 16 assists, 8 digs, 6 blocks and 2 aces to lead the Townies come from behind victory. Ellie Vest also excelled with 15 kills, 9 digs and 2 aces for EP.
The team jumped out in front of Barrington by two sets and then saw the Eagles tie the match with two sets. However, East Providence roared back to take the match by winning a fifth set. Keira Mullen had a triple double with 14 kills, 16 assists, 10 digs, 4 aces and added 4 blocks. Ellie Vest was key with 7 kills, 10 digs and 4 aces.
Other action last month saw EP defeat South Kingstown and Classical. In beating South Kingstown, once again Mullen paced the Townie attack with 8 kills, 10 assists, 3 aces and 2 blocks. In the Townie win over Classical, Mullen had a game high 10 kills and Vest scored 8 aces.
Ninth and tenth grade volleyball players came in second place at the annual ninth/tenth grade tournament. Ten high schools participated in a day long program at EPHS. Sophomores Kaia Greene and Audrey Bernard were selected to the All-Tournament team. Games remaining:
10/01/24 06:30 PM @ LaSalle Academy
10/03/24 06:30 PM @ Coventry High School
10/07/24 06:30 PM @ North Kingstown High School
10/09/24 06:30 PM Prout School @ EPHS
10/15/24 06:00 PM @ South Kingstown High School
10/21/24 06:30 PM Coventry High School @ EPHS
10/23/24 06:00 PM @ Chariho High School
10/25/24 06:00 PM @ Portsmouth High School
EPHS Boys & Girls Cross Country
Although struggling some so far during a dual meet the team defeated Tiverton High School and lost to both Barrington High School and St.Ray's. Senior Will Anthony was a highlight, running a career best time during the meet. Also the following boys ran season best times during the meet: Gerry Gagnon, Sean Black, Dan Lukusa, Deacon Mcshane, Ben Sousa, Tyler Rodrigues, Jason Brown, James Cassamas, Aubrey Mitsch, Ethan Pereira, Kingston Ferreira, Anthony Mendonce, and Ethan Mendonca.
The girls cross country team faced some of the toughest competitors in the division. “Despite the challenges, our team showed incredible strength and determination, coming away with one impressive victory!” said coach Pati Piros. “Our top three finishers: Katie Patalano, Sadie Gagnon and Abbie Beatrice. These athletes led the pack and showcased outstanding performances! Additionally, Aneska Ambroz and Caitlyn Chiong also contributed crucial points to secure our team's overall success,” added the coach. Both Piros and boys coach Bob Lyons were excited that their respective rosters were large. “We have a lot of athletes competing in tough competitive events.”
From the coaches: “Our girls cross country team showed great effort, defeating PCD, although we faced tough competition from Mt. Hope and Bayview. A big shout-out to Katie Patalano for finishing 6th, and Mel Sotomayor for coming in 7th. Abigail Beatrice, Caitlyn Chiong, and Sophie Olive also contributed strong performances to help secure our team score. Special recognition goes to Lia Urena, who made an impressive improvement by shaving 4 minutes off her time from the last meet.
The boys cross country team defeated PCD and tied Mt. Hope during their dual meet. Will Anthony, Gerry Gagnon, and Sean Black finished in the top ten at the meet while recording personal best times. The following young men also ran well and recorded personal best times at the meet: Deacon McShane, Gus Belanger, Jason Brown, Chase Cardin, Ryan Mottur, Anthony Mendonca, Max Correiro, and Ethan Mendonca.”
Cross Country Upcoming Meets:
10/17/24 4:00 PM Invitational Multiple Schools @ Burrillville High School
10/17/24 4:45 PM Invitational Multiple Schools @ Glen Park/Polo Grounds
10/19/24 11:00 AM Providence Country Day/Juanita Sanchez @ PCD
10/21/24 4:00 PM Freshman Championship Multiple Schools @ Deerfield Park
10/26/24 10:00 AM Class Championship Multiple Schools @ Ponaganset High
11/02/24 2:15 PM State Championship @ Ponagansett High
EPHS Football
The Townies broke into the win column with a 29-0 shutout over Mt. Pleasant High at Conley Stadium on September 27th. The win, other than the Townies injury-fund game victory against Barrington High. East Providence was coming off a 30-22 loss to West Warwick and a 26-0 loss to Westerly. East Providence started out a bit sloppy on offense including a fumble but the defense was dominate throughout and QB Jacob Duarte eventually got the Townies offense into gear. The junior quarterback handed off to Shadean Lovett who scampered in on a 30-yard touchdown run. Later in the quarter Duarte would run for a short TD and the Townies were up at halftime 16-0 after EP made two-point conversions on both scores. The Townies came out strong in the second half and quickly scored again on an Aithan Vazquez. Isaac Fox brought the kickoff beyond midfield to set up the momentum. Elijah Bento had a key interception to give the Townies the ball again and Isaac Fox ran in a few plays letter to bring the score to 29-0. Duarte and the EP offense were good for close to 300 yards and averaged about 7 yards per carry. The Townies defense held off the Kilties all game. Remaining games are:
10/04/24 6:00 PM Coventry High School @ EPHS
10/11/24 6:00 PM Shea High School @ EPHS
10/18/24 6:00 PM South Kingstown @ EPHS
10/26/24 11:00 AM @ Moses Brown High School
11/02/24 10:30 AM Tolman High School @ EPHS
11/28/24 10:30 AM La Salle Academy @ EPHS
EPHS Girls Tennis
Townie girls tennis are off to a 5-3 season and look pretty good. They’ve had opening season wins over North Smithfield, St. Raphael Academy, North Providence, Woonsocket and Lincoln School. Losses came from Westerly, Prout and Lincoln School. In a tennis match against previously undefeated Lincoln School 4-3, leading the way was Abigail Ellison winning her match in straight sets, 6-0, 6-1. Hope Moran was the second point for the Townies winning her match 6-2, 6-1. First doubles made up of Rylee Thurber and Isabella Periquito won their match 7-6, 6-4. Second doubles made up of Megan Pita and Ava Domingues won their match 6-4, 6-0. Matches remaining are:
10/01/24 4:00 PM Cranston East @ EPHS
10/03/24 4:00 PM @ Rogers High School
10/04/24 5:00 PM Chariho High @ EPHS
10/07/24 3:30 PM @ Middletown High (Gaudet)
10/09/24 4:00 PM @ Cumberland High School
10/15/24 5:00 PM Pilgrim High @ EPHS
10/16/24 4:00 PM Tiverton High @ EPHS
Extra! –A message from Townie tennis coach Slade Sharma: “Congratulations to Abigail Ellison for winning the RI Division II Singles Tournament! Townies have known that she’s the best already, but now it’s official. Abigail has made history by being the first East Providence tennis player to win the Division II singles tournament! Her team, coaches, and parents are beyond proud of her.” - Coach Sharma
EPHS Boys Soccer
The young team is building the program and is 1-6-1 so far. The Townies held their own in a September 19 contest against Hendricken in a 1-0 loss. EP defeated PCD 2-0 in the opener. Sam Jackson started the scoring on a header off a free kick from Kendrick Costa. For the second goal, Rafael Ferreira crossed a nice ball that Nigel Fernandes put in the net. There were 22 shots on goal for the game. Kyle Desrosiers had 5 saves for the Townies in goal. The team really improved in that tough loss to Hendricken and looks to find a winning path. Games remaining:
10/03/24 6:30 PM Central High School @ EPHS
10/05/24 2:00 PM @ LaSalle
10/08/24 6:30 PM South Kingstown High @ EPHS
10/12/24 12:00 PM Hendricken High @ EPHS
10/15/24 6:30 PM La Salle Academy @ EPHS
10/17/24 6:30 PM Cumberland High School @ EPHS
10/19/24 12:00 PM Cranston West @ EPHS
10/22/24 6:30 PM Barrington High School @ EPHS
EPHS Girls Soccer
The girls soccer squad is at 4-2-1 in an impressive start this year. Townies have wins over West Warwick, PCD, Middletown and North Smithfield. They lost to North Providence twice and tied with Tollgate. To date, Alyssa Karalekas has been leading the Townies in goals scored. Games remaining are:
10/07/24 6:00 PM @ Coventry High School
10/11/24 4:00 PM @ West Warwick High School
10/14/24 6:30 PM Middletown High @ EPHS
10/16/24 6:30 PM Prout School @ EPHS
10/22/24 3:45 PM @ Moses Brown High School
10/25/24 6:30 PM Ponaganset High School @ EPHS
Middle School Mayor’s Cup Soccer Games
The annual Middle School boys and girls Mayor’s Cup games were held last month before a large crowd at Townie Stadium at East Providence High School. Two very spirited games were held and both went to exciting overtime contests. “Both the Martin and Riverside Middle School girls teams played their hearts out and left it all on the field,” said the game’s sponsor Mayor Bob DaSilva. “The regulation game ended in 0-0 tie. They went to two 5-minute overtime halves to determine the winner of the Cup. With less than two minutes left in the second overtime half Riverside scored an amazing goal to earn them the cup. Well played by all,” added DaSilva.
The boys game was just as exciting. “What an incredible game,” critiqued DaSilva. The score at end of regulation was 1-1. The game went to two 5-minute overtime halves and was 2-2 at the end of overtime. The cup winner was decided on penalty kicks. Martin pulled it out and took the cup.
“You both played great today and represented your schools well,” DaSilva told the teams at each game’s conclusion. “You can look forward to playing here before big crowds as Townies soon.”
EPHS Hall of Fame Tickets
Order your East Providence High School Hall of Fame tickets ASAP! When: Sunday October 20, 2024. Time: 12 noon reception followed by dinner & ceremony at 12:30 pm. Where: EPHS Student Union Cafeteria. Tickets: $40. Per Person. Checks should be made out to “EPHS Hall of Fame” and forwarded to: EPHS Hall of Fame, PO Box 16571, Rumford, RI 02916. Tickets will not be available at the door. RESERVATIONS ARE DUE BY OCTOBER 9, 2024. 2024 inductees are: Robert Fontes Class of 1959, Robert E. Rock Class of 1972, Richard J.G. Martin Class of 1974, Robert A. Good Class of 1977, Gregg M. Amore Class of 1984 and George Donovan, Honorary Class. 2022 inductee Jennifer Griffith will also be present.
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