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Royals Frosh Take CHSAA Gold
03/07/2010 - 09:16 PM

Isaiah Lewis and Jon Severe help lead the Royals to an undefeated City Championship

Saturday's contest between Christ the King Royals and the Archbishop Molloy Stanners featured the two top tiered freshmen teams in the CHSAA.

In a way, the freshmen championship is more pressurized than the varsity chip in that you only get one shot at reaching that goal in your entire high school career. On this night at Holy Cross high school in Flushing, NY, that honor would belong to the Royals as they upended the Stanners, 65-52.

Launched by the play of Isaiah Lewis, C.T.K. would go into the second quarter up, 14-11 but Isaiah Tucker would lead Molloy on a 6-2 run to give the Stanners a 17-16 lead with 4:45 remaining in the half.

Lewis, with the aid of Brandon King would retake the lead for the Royals but Tyler Bennett and big man Marko Kozul would give the Stanners a 26-25 lead going in the locker room.

Molloy would maintain their lead for the first two minutes with a strong defensive stance but Kentrall Brooks would go 2 for 2 from the charity stripe to once again give the Royals the advantage by a point.
Christ the King would extend their lead as James Coleman would score in the paint while drawing Kozul's fourth foul with 3:36 to go in the third.

Bennett would have a impactful game closing the gap for Molloy but Jonathan Severe would power up in the paint to put the Royals up 37-35. Lewis would then steal the ball to score with 54 seconds on the clock and after a Stanners turnover the freshman would run the clock down and feed the ball to Coleman to end the quarter.

Starting the fourth quarter in a 41-35 disadvantage, Coleman would quickly score, punting C.T.K.'s lead to 8 points.

Tucker would try to keep Molloy in the hunt but Severe and Coleman would tag team to give the Royals a 50-39 lead with 4:53 to go.

Severe's relentless attack inside and key blocks on defense would result in a 13-4 run that left the young Stanners squad in a 54-39 debacle. Bennett would provide a one-man 5-0 run for Molloy, leaving them still down by 12 points with 3:54 left in regulation.

Any hope of a run was dashed as Kozul would get his fifth foul with 2:36 on the clock. Still down 12, Molloy would have to settle for second place.

Isaiah Lewis scored a game high 23 point with Jonathan Severe scoring 14 points. Tyler Bennett paced Molloy with 19 points with Isaih Tucker adding 15 points.

CK Freshmen Are Undefeated City Champions
03/06/2010 - 11:40 PM

CK's 2009-2010 Undefeated Freshmen City Champions

On Saturday night, the Christ the King Freshmen Royals finished an undefeated City Championship season with a 65 - 52 victory over Archbishop Molloy HS. In front of a packed Holy Cross gymnasium, the Royals used a huge 4th quarter scoring run to close out the game with a win.

Early on, it appeared as though the game would go down to the wire. With both teams trading baskets, and James Coleman and Kentrall Brooks both sitting with early foul trouble, CK would call upon Isaiah Lewis and reserve Brandon King to pick up the slack on offense. Lewis scored 8 of his game high 23 points in the quarter, while King would provide a spark off the bench and chip in with 4 points. Maynard Grant would also step up and play big minutes on the defensive end.

During the second quarter, King and Lewis would again provide all of the Royals offense, accounting for 9 out of the teams 11 points. Molloy outscored the Royals in the second quarter 15 - 11, sending the CK into their locker down by 1. This was the first half time deficit Christ the King faced all year. Isaiah Tucker and Marco Kozul kept the Stanners in the game, taking advantage of the early foul trouble being suffered by CK.

As the third quarter began, Jonathon Severe and James Coleman would awaken and have a huge impact for the Royals. The two combined for 13 points in the quarter. Coleman scored his points in the paint at will, as Molloy's front line just did not have the muscle to slow him down. Severe was able to force turnovers on the perimeter and convert them into the points the Royals needed. Their offensive production, along with the defensive presence of 6'6" center Kentrall Brooks (4 blocked shots), allowed the Royals to change the momentum in their favor entering the final quarter.

In the 4th quarter; CK's Coleman, Severe, Lewis, Brooks, and point guard Malik Harmon ran their offense masterfully, scoring on the perimeter and in the paint at will. Malik Harmon's steady play allowed the Royals to settle into their potent offense that was just too much for Molloy. CK's defense was stellar, holding Molloy's starting front line to a combined 11 points in the second half. When it was all said and done, Christ the King won the City Championship.

Isaiah Lewis led the team with 23 points, followed by Severe and Coleman's combined 28 points (14 apiece), of which they scored 26 in the second half.

Congratulations to all of the members of the team and coaching staff on a great season!

Christ the King Freshmen beat St. Raymond's in Semifinals; Advance to City Championship
03/03/2010 - 10:11 AM

The #1 Christ the King Freshmen Royals beat #4 St. Raymond's 84-68 last night in the CHSAA "AA" semifinals.

Isaiah Lewis led Christ the King with 26 points & 10 assists, Jonathan Severe had 23 pts (hitting 7 3pt FG's), and James Coleman had 20 pts & 7 rebounds.

The win now advances the Royals into the Freshmen City Championship game, where they will face #2 Archbishop Molloy HS (who defeated #3 Rice HS in the other semifinal game).

Championship game will be played Saturday, March 6th at Holy Cross HS. Game time is 6pm.

CTK Freshmen Basketball beat St. Raymond's, finish regular season 20-0!
02/16/2010 - 11:43 AM

The Christ the King Freshmen Royals beat St. Raymond's yesterday afternoon 86-58 to finish the regular season with an amazing 20-0 overall (16-0 CHSAA "AA" league record). Congratulations to the entire Freshmen team & coaching staff.

The game was a fast-paced shootout. Isaiah Lewis was up for the battle, scoring the team's first 11 points himself. Jonathan Severe quickly made his presence felt with consecutive one-handed dunks, helping CK lead 44-26 at halftime. The Royals would go onto to cruise to the win, having many contributors on the offensive & defensive end. Isaiah Lewis would finish with 26 points (20 of them in the 1st half). Jonathan Severe had 23 points, with 4 highlight dunks. Maynard Grant had a double-double with 10 points & 10 rebounds. Brandon King was a huge spark off the bench, finishing with 14 points & 7 rebounds. Malik Harmon ran the team as he's done all season with 7 assists & 4 steals.

The playoffs await the #1 CK Freshmen Royals next week.

CTK beats Rice, Clinches 1st Place
02/07/2010 - 10:24 PM

Brandon King scores 14 pts to lead CK over Rice

The Christ the King Men's Freshmen team clinched the top seed in the city-wide playoffs with a 75 - 71 win over the Raiders of Rice High School Sunday.

Not to be overshadowed by Super Bowl Sunday, the freshmen showed why their game was the game to watch. With an estimated crowd of over 1000 people for the 12:00 start, it appeared as though Rice was going to run away with the game early. They jumped out to a 7 - 2 lead, only to see the Royals charge right back and tie the score at 16 by the end of the 1st quarter. Leading the charge for the Royals was Jonathon Severe and Isaiah Lewis, as they came up with big steals in the press and converted a number of transition baskets.

The second quarter saw back and forth action as both teams traded basket. James Coleman asserted himself inside, showing why he was the most dominating offensive player in the paint. He scored 7 points in the quarter, allowing Lewis and King to get wide open shots, which they would convert. Midway through the quarter, Severe changed the momentum in favor of the Royals with a monster one handed dunk in transition that brought the crowd to their feet. The Royals would go into half-time with a commanding 13 point lead.

The third quarter saw key reserves Brandon King and Maynard Grant show why they are such valuable members of the team. They played stellar defense, out-muscled Rice on the boards, and converted open shots at will. CK went in to the fourth quarter up 55 - 48.

Though Rice made a late charge, CK was able to hold on for the victory. James Coleman lead the Royals in scoring (22 points) and rebounding (12 rebounds), in addition to shooting a season best 8 for 13 from the foul line. Kentrall Brooks continued to block shots at a record pace, leading the Royals in that category with 6. The true MVP honors for the game belong to the Royals bench. Maynard Grant and Brandon King combined for 22 points, and a combined 10 of 16 from the foul line. It was Brandon King's 2 free throws with under 6 seconds left in the game that secured the victory, putting the Royals up by 4, 75 - 71. Grant played huge minutes in place of Kentrall Brooks, who had to fight through foul trouble for much of the second half. His contrinutions on defense, and ability to score in the paint were pivotol in allowing CK to come away with the win. Both King and Grant played their best games of the season.

The Royals have 2 games remaining on the season, both league contests. They will take on Holy Cross in the first game of a triple-header on Friday, February 12th, at Holy Cross High School (4:00pm). They finish out the regular season on Monday the 15th at St. Raymond's.

CK Freshmen Hold Off Xaverian, 72 - 66
01/11/2010 - 08:14 PM

James Coleman leads the Royals to victory with 23 points and 11 Rebounds

After two close games against league opponents Rice and Molloy, CTK was again tested in a hard fought game with the Clippers of Xaverian High School. The game was close from the start, as both teams would exchange the lead several times in the early going. Lamel Faizon led the charge for Xaverian, as he penetrated the lane with success, distributing to his teammates and scoring in the paint. Though; CTK would hold a five point advantage at the end of the first eight minutes (18 - 13) behind the hot outside shooting of guards Jonathon Severe, Isaiah Lewis, and Malik Harmon.

As the second quarter began, and Lewis and Severe both encountered foul trouble, James Coleman began to take advantage of his size and strength in the paint. He scored 6 points in the quarter, and continually kept the Clippers to one and done as he snatched every rebound. For the Clippers, they took advantage of CTK's mistakes by hitting open three-pointers and converting their free throw attempts. The Royals would go in to half-time down 34 - 32, the first half-time deficit for the freshmen all season.

Entering the third, the Royals used their athleticism and turned up the defensive intensity, causing the Clippers to turn the ball over. James Coleman continued his strong play by getting out on the break and converting easy lay-ups in transition. Kentrall Brooks, the Royals starting Center, would make his defensive presence known by blocking two shots and changing countless others. Isaiah Lewis and Jonathon Severe would continue their hot shooting, combining for 12 points in the quarter. Maynard Grant and Isaiah Cosbert both provided contributions on defense and offense, allowing the Royals to maintain a steady flow, and control the tempo of the game. Nick Canepa would also contribute, being forced to guard Clippers that had a clear size advantage.

The Royals would gain a ten point advantage with 3 minutes to play in the 4th (67 - 57), but would have to hold off a Xaverian comeback for the win. Malik Harmon was instrumental in protecting the ball on offense in the latter stages of the game. Harmon did not commit a single turnover, and finsihed with 7 assists, finding open teammates inside the paint and on the wing. Brandon King, a key reserve, would prove to be invaluable on the defensive end for the Royals as he was able to prevent the guards for Xaverian from getting in the paint and scoring.

For the Royals, James Coleman finished with a game high 23 points and 11 rebounds. Kentrall Brooks added 11 rebounds as well. Isaiah Lewis and Jonathon severe scored 22 and 16 respectively, on a combined 17 for 28 shooting from the field. 10 Royals saw action in this game, indicating the depth of the bench and the ability of all of the players to contribute to an overall great team win.

Up next for the Royals will be a freshmen JV doubleheader vs. St. Raymonds on January 19th on CK's home court.

Men's Freshmen Beat Rice, Improve to 7 - 0
01/06/2010 - 07:57 PM

Jonathon Severe scores from the line during CK's 71 - 66 victory over the Rice Raiders

*Article courtesy of www.intheloopny.com

The Christ the King Royals took on the Rice High School Raiders at Gauchos gym in Game 1 of a freshman, junior varsity doubleheader. This was a see-saw game with the lead changing back and forth throughout most of the game. The standout moment of the game came in the 1st half when #23 Jonathan Severe, who finished with 16 points, flashed down the court on a fast break and pulled off a one-hand tomahawk dunk, LeBron style. The dunk was a momentum shifter for the time being.

The Raiders were led by guard #3 Francisco Infante, who finished with 15 points. The Raiders would tie the game at 56 with 4:39 left in the fourth quarter. The Royals’ Isaiah Lewis, who finished with a game high 31 points, would knock down a clutch jumper to give the Royals a 58-56 lead. Christ the King would not give up the lead again winning the game 71-66.

This was a tough game for both teams and Christ the King was able to pull it off because of a tough player, #32 James Coleman, who finished with 15 points. Coleman was all over the place scoring, grabbing rebounds, playing scrappy defense, and taking crucial charges. Coleman does it all for the Royals, without saying a word or losing his composure. This kind of play is exciting and does not fly under the radar. We at In The Loop, and basketball lovers around the world notice it.

Christ the King Freshmen are IAABO Champions
12/15/2009 - 08:38 PM

Check out some of the highligts from the Men's Freshmen game vs. Holy Cross

http://www.intheloopny.com/post.php?s=1&p=1007

Courtesy of www.intheloopny.com

CK Freshmen Boys Win Preseason IAABO Title
12/14/2009 - 11:31 AM

Congratulations to the Christ the King Freshmen Basketball team for winning the Preseason IAABO Title, beating Holy Cross 66-53!

Championship game MVP: Isaiah Lewis
Tournament MVP: Malik Harmon

*Article from NYHoops.com:

    Christ the King Freshmen outscored Holy Cross 27-19 in the third quarter to break open what had been a close game. They then got key plays down the stretch primarily from guards Isaiah Lewis and Jonathan Severe to secure a well earned 66-53 victory and the championship of the John Fouchet Memorial Freshman Tournament at St. Francis Prep.

   Although both teams feature players with great talent and athleticism, the first half was very much a tactical game. Holy Cross used a well-executed zone defense to negate the ability of CK’s guards to penetrate and make plays. Both Lewis and Severe were impatient, driving the lane sometimes after only one or two passes and forcing some tough, quick and off balance shots. And while the Royals would take a 26-22 advantage into the locker room, the low score was an indication that Holy Cross had the tempo of the game where they liked it. While the zone defense was a terrific team effort, guards Omar and Terrell Williams provided the first half offensive punch for the Knights with 8 and 6 points respectively. More importantly perhaps they forced CK to go to its bench as key players picked up early fouls.

   The improvement in Christ the King’s play was almost immediate as the third quarter began. On their first possession they went inside to developing big man Kentrall Brooks who powered in a basket from the right block. Then after point guard Malik Harmon, who was rewarded for a terrific effort throughout the tournament with MVP honors. was forced to leave the game after two fouls in rapid succession gave him three for the game, Lewis stepped in and began to make plays.
   “My touch was off”, Lewis said of his first half struggles. But in the final two quarters he not only found his shooting touch, connecting primarily from middle distance and on one triple, but found his passing touch as well. He did a terrific job finding Severe in transition, involving both Brooks and James Coleman on the interior for baskets and using his length on defense to get deflections and help the Royals get transition hoops. The four point half time advantage was tripled to 12 points (53-41) as the fourth quarter began.

   To their credit the Knights were able to regain their footing Christ the King’s decisive spurt. Coach Kevin Hamilton moved 6’2” Akil Sprull to the top of the key in their zone offense and he was effective driving into gaps and finishing. He and 6’4” Chris Hayles were the Knights most effective players throughout the tournament while 6’2” Ryan Wilson, a player not on our September list showed terrific rebounding ability, length and athleticism and should be added to any future prospect list we make for 2013. Reserve guard Omar Davis also made two terrific drives and hit a clutch jumper as the Knights tried to get within striking distance.

   Christ the King showed its balance and depth as they kept the Knights at arms length in the final period. Severe, who finished with 17 points hit a rally-stopping triple from the right corner after reserve Brandon King had taken a pass from Lewis and connected from the left side. For Christ the King Lewis finished with a game high 18 points while Sprull and Omar Williams led Holy Cross with 10 each.

   It’s quite possible fans and scouts in attendance yesterday got an early preview of the freshman city championship game that will take place in March of 2010. These two teams, along with St. Ray’s in the New York Archdiocese appear to have the top freshman classes. The Knights and Royals had a great week to open the season and these two talented and well coach teams set the course for a great season of improvement and success.

CK Freshmen Boys Beat Molloy; Advance to Preseason IAABO Final
12/09/2009 - 11:15 AM

The Christ the King Boys' Freshmen basketball continues to impress as they faced Archbishop Molloy in the Preseason IAABO semifinal game at St. Francis Prep HS last night. The Royals took a 12-6 lead at the end of the 1st quarter & a 32-14 lead at halftime. From there, the Royals would use team chemistry, hard-nosed defense & rebounding to cruise to a 78-47 win against Molloy.

For the Royals, Jonathan Severe once again led a balanced offensive effort with 21 pts & 4 rebounds. Isaiah Lewis (who sat out much of the 1st half with 2 quick fouls) came alive in the 2nd half to finish with 13 pts & 6 assists. James Coleman continues to be a force down low finishing with a double-double (10 pts & 13 rebounds). Malik Harmon ran the team, with 8 assists, 2 steals, & 0 turnovers. Key reserves Isiah Cosbert, Brandon King, & Maynard Grant also contributed to the win with hustle, 3pt shooting, toughness & rebounding.

Up next is the Preseason IAABO championship game Sunday 4:45pm vs. Holy Cross (at St. Francis Prep gym).

CK Freshmen Headed to IAABO Semifinal's
12/06/2009 - 09:09 PM

The Men's Freshmen Basketball team had a very successful opener vs. St. Peter's in the quarterfinal round of the preseason IAABO tournament. The Royal's fell behind 2 - 0 after the opening tip, and then proceeded to go on a 10 - 2 run, never relinquishing the lead.

For the Royals, Jonathon Severe led a balanced offensive attack by scoring 24 points. James Coleman finished with 20 points and 6 rebounds while Isaiah Lewis and Malik Harmon led the way with 5 assists apiece. In all, eleven players scored for the Royals as they knocked off St. Peters by a score of 76 - 48.

Up next for the Royals is rival Archbishop Molloy is the semifinal game Tuesday evening at St. Francis Prep. Game time is 6:30pm.


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