Girls Basketball - 2016/2017

Members of PS4's Girls Basketball Team led by Coach McArdle

The 2016-2017 girls basketball team looks to have another strong season under the leadership of five returning players! According to Coach McArdle, with the experience of these athletes along with the new additions this season will be very successful. "This year", says Coach McArdle, "the students are focused on what it means to be a student-athlete and the responsibility that comes with being part of a team." Keep up the great work team! Ellington P.R.I.D.E.!

Derek Jeter's Turn2 Us Foundation sponsors the basketball program at PS4. Turn 2 Us is a comprehensive wellness program. The mission of program is to enable youth to internalize different methods which encourage healthy lifestyles through a variety of physical and psycho-educational awareness activities. PS4 is thankful to Derek Jeter and his foundation for sponsoring our basketball program and helping students lead healthy lifestyles. Click here for more information.

Cluster Teacher Awards Ceremony - 2015

Attendees at the Cluster Teacher Awards Ceremony on December 8, 2015.

Congratulations to all the award winners that received certificates at the Cluster Teacher Awards Ceremony! Nearly fifty parents and guests attended the ceremony to see their child receive an award from PS4's Cluster Teachers!  The Cluster teachers work with all PS4 students each week to teach Science, Technology, Social Studies, Physical Education, Reading, Music and Math.

Upon careful consideration of classwork, effort, character and citizenship, fifteen students were selected to receive an award in the auditorium.  On behalf of all Ms. McLeod (Reading), Mr. Means (Music),  Ms. McArdle (Physical Education), Ms. Baez (Science), Mr. Cesani (Technology) and Mr. Harris (Social Studies), congratulations to all the award winners!  Take a look at the slideshow below for more photos from the event.

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After the Game: Notes From Coach McArdle

The PS4 Girls Basketball Team played against PS189.

 

On Thursday November 19th, the PS4 Girls Basketball team defeated PS 189 19-10!  Adriana M. (class 401) started her first game as the point guard. Adriana's smart passing decisions helped PS4 score most of their points. Skyla W.(class 520) led the team again in points scored with 7. Luna U. (class 520) and Ariana P. (class 502) both scored 4 points. Leilanie V (class 501) was great on defense!  Her aggressiveness helped make her the team's leader in steals. The girls are continuing to improve their skills and develop as basketball players. With only 5 games played, the girls are headed to another promising season!

 

After the Game: Words from Ms. McArdle - Basketball Coach

Girl's Basketball Team with Coach McArdle

On October 29, 2015 the PS4 Girl's Basketball team played their first home game of the season! Luna U, #4 forward from Mr. Keys 5th grade class, loved the feeling of playing a home-game.  "We went inside the gym to practice, then started saying "PS4-PS4-PS4" and everyone joined us", she said.  "Hearing everyone cheer for us gave the team more energy to beat PS189." 

With a packed house in attendance, PS4 beat PS189 with a score of 11-3!  Skyla W. led the team in scoring 8 points! Genesis G. and Ginayah B. were both vital scorers, as well.  Hensey J. was tremendous on defense, leading the team in steals. With only playing 2 games so far this season, PS4 looks like they will have another successful year.   Keep up the great work girls!

It's Baseball Season!

Assistant Coach McArdle (far left) and Coach Nycz (far right) with the PS4 Wolves Baseball team.

Baseball season has begun!  This year, the Duke Ellington Wolves are looking to bounce back from a down year with second year coach Mr. Nycz!  "This year's team has great talent from both fourth and fifth grade".  Coach Nycz also believes his new assistant coach, Coach McArdle, will help the team improve skills and win games.

The PS4 baseball team is one of many supported by the Turn2 Us Organization, funded by Derek Jeter.  Coach Nycz describes the Turn2 Us Baseball League as a league that is full of good teams.  "You can't overlook any team", he said.  "But PS 173, the defending champions, look to pose the biggest threat".  The Wolves start their championship journey with their first game on March 28th.

The First Two Games of the Season

The PS4 Wolves played PS48, winning their first game of the season.

The Duke Ellington Wolves are 1-1 after playing their first two games of the season. In the first week, The Wolves led by their new coach (Coach Mcardle) beat their uptown rivals PS48 at home by a score of 24-20. The team was led by returning starters Dave C., Tyrese T. and Ayinde V.  Each player scored at least 4 points to help PS4 win their first game. The second game, against PS4's downtown rivals at PS28, ended with a loss by a score 34-20.

Boys coach, Coach McArdle, said that PS28 was a tough team and PS4 will have a better chance at a home game.  The PS28 Boys Basketball team is the 2014 Turn2 Us Champions.  "We should have a better chance next time, said Coach McArdle.  "We learned some things in this loss that should help us next time earn a victory." At one win and one loss, The PS4 Wolves are looking forward to their next game and next opportunity to become a better team.