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Knights score 48 runs in double header sweep against Roxbury
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Outfielder Jomar Moreta of Lynn, MA at bat
The Knight’s kicked off their first home stand of the season March 24th with a bang outscoring Roxbury community college by a combined score of 48-0 in a double header. The Knights, who were dominant both on the mound and at the plate, claimed game one 30-0 and game two 18-0. Each game was halted … Continue reading Knights score 48 runs in double header sweep against Rox... Read More
Knights place 5th with win over Dupage in NJCAA national tournament
The knights beat The college of Dupage 89- 66 on March 18th to claim fifth place in Northern Essex community college’s first appearance in the national NJCAA tournament. They finished the season 2-1 in tournament play and a 33-2 overall season record. Additionally, they secured a NJCAA region 21 and NJCAA East region district title. … Continue reading Knights place 5th... Read More
Knights basketball defeat Mohawk Valley 67-62, advance to fifth place game
After a loss in the quarterfinals The Knights rebounded on March 17th with a 67-62 victory over Mohawk Valley community college to advance to the 5th place game. This was their 32nd win in 34 games. NJCAA’s first team all-region member Luis Reynoso of Lawarence recorded his 27th double-double of the season. Reynoso dropped 25 points and … Continue reading Knights baske... Read More
Late comeback push falls short as men’s basketball season ends 69-67
The Knights fell 69-67 against Northampton community college on March 16 in the quarterfinals of the NJCAA tournament. Down by two in the closing seconds of the game, Luis Reynoso of Lawarence attempted a shot from behind the arc that rimmed out as time expired ending their quest for a national championship. The Knights jumped … Continue reading Late comeback push fall... Read More
NECC hits the slopes
Professor Douglas Leafer
Students in photo are: L to R: (top row): Zak Nadar; Josh Leaffer, (Professor Doug Leaffer), Scotty Silva, Franzi Hoene, Ethan Doherty, Patrick Mattin, Edward Hoene Front row: Chris Drew, Lauren Rafferty
For the first time in five years NECC students hit the slopes at Gunsmoke mountain in Gilford, N.H. for a skiing trip on March 10th. Nine students participated in the NECC athletics and recreation sponsored trip led by engineering professor Douglas Leaffer. Students enjoyed the trails on Gunsmoke mountain with both snowboards and skis. Professor Leafer is … Continue read... Read More
Three men’s basketball players and head coach receive national honors
Northern Essex community college
Three Knights and Head coach earn region 21 East/District honors
On March 6th it was announced by the NJCAA men’s region 21 committee three Knights, Luis Reynoso and Jeremiah Melendez both of Lawarence and Mehmet Asik of Ankara, Turkey received national recognition. In addition, Darren Stratton was named regional head coach of the year. In 29 games Reynoso averaged 19.2 points per game and recorded 26 double-doubles. … Contin... Read More
Men’s Basketball secure first program Region 21 East/District title, win 91-76.
On championship Sunday, March 6th Men’s basketball defeated Roxbury community college 91-76 to claim their first region 21 East/District championship title. In addition, the nationally ranked Knights extended their winning streak to 27. The win advances The Knights to their first NJCAA championship tournament in program history. The knights jumped out to a fast lead when Mehmet... Read More
Knights mens’s basketball advance to Region 21/East District finals with a 93-53 victory over MassBay.
On Saturday March 5th The Knights beat MassBay community college 93-53 at Holyoke community college in the Bartley center. The win marks their second consecutive Region 21 East/District finals appearance and their 26th consecutive win. They faced Roxbury community college on championship Sunday. Four Knights scored double digits points. Those players were Jeremiah Melendez of ... Read More
A second half surge fuels a 98-63 win, NECC men’s basketball advances to semi-finals
Photo by Daniel Henrick
Jeremiah Melendez of Lawrence lines up a three pointer in a game against Rhode Island Community College on Feb. 25.
A second half surge fuels a 98-63 win, advance to semi-finals In the quarterfinals of the region 21 East district playoff tournament The Knights took down Rhode Island Community college (RICC) 98-63 on Feb. 25. They advanced to face MassBay in the semi-finals of the region 21 East district tournament. A dominant performance from bench … Continue reading A second half s... Read More
NECC student skiing trip offered
Interested in hitting the slopes? The NECC athletics and recreation are organizing a skiing trip to Gunstock Mountain in Gilford, NH. Interested students must apply by March 3 at the Athletic center desk. The ticket price is $27 per student (if the student is under the age of 23). Costs include a van ride to Gunstock. The costs do not … Continue reading NECC student skii... Read More