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A Rich Tradition of Athletic Success
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Our Goal

The Saratoga Central Catholic Athletic Department's goal is to help every student-athlete reach their fullest potential in the classroom, in competition, and in the community. Our athletic programs emphasize skill development, physical conditioning, sportsmanship, and a competitive mindset, preparing students to succeed at the next level of athletics and beyond.

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We encourage students to compete in multiple sports throughout the school year rather than specialize in just one. Participating in different sports allows our athletes to develop a broader range of skills, improve their overall athleticism, and make the most of the opportunities available at SCC.

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Alphonse Lambert '84 | Director of Athletics

alambert@saratogacatholic.org

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Shea Bromirski | Assistant Director of Athletics

sbromirski@saratogacatholic.org

Teams & History
  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Molly Gallagher (2023–Present)

    • Under the leadership of Coach Molly Gallagher, the Saints volleyball program has continued to grow and strengthen since 2023, earning its first league championship since 2018 in Fall 2026.

     

    League Championships:

    • 2026

    • 2018

    • 2017

    • 2016

    • 2007

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Dale Long (2014–Present)

    • The Saints primarily host their home matches at Saratoga Spa State Park.

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    League Championships:

    • 2021

    • 2020

    • 2018

    • 2017

    • 2015

    • 2014

    • 2013

    • 2011

    • 2010

    • 2009

    • 1998

    • 1997

    • 1996

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    Sectional Championships:

    • 2015

    • 2014

    • 2013

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Mike Ponticello (2026-present)

    • Established in 2021, SCC's girls golf program was among the first of its kind in New York State and the first in the Wasaren League to field a full roster.

    • The Saints compete independently against schools throughout the Capital Region.

    • The program earned its first victory in Fall 2022 against Class A Mohonasen High School.

  • Fast Facts:

    • ​Head Coach: Ian Godfrey (Stillwater High School)

    • Established in Spring 2024, the Stillwater–Saratoga Catholic football partnership allows SCC student-athletes to compete at the varsity, JV, and modified levels.

    • Stillwater's football program was the 2023 New York State Championship runner-up.

    • In Fall 2026, the program transitioned to 8-man football, a format increasingly adopted by smaller schools throughout New York State and the Capital Region.

    • SCC provides transportation for student-athletes to Stillwater High School for practices and games.

    • Home games are played on the turf field at Stillwater High School.

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    League Championships:

    • 1974

    • 1973

    • 1966

    • 1952

    • 1949

    • 1948

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Tommy Gringas (2025–Present)

    • The Saints play their home games at Gavin Park in Wilton, NY.

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coaches: Brian Venn & Tony Nucera (2024–Present)

    • The Saints compete independently against schools throughout the Capital Region.

    • Home games are primarily played at Gavin Park in Wilton, NY.

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Dan Kumlander

    • The Saints host their home cross country meets at Saratoga Spa State Park.
       

    League Championships:

    • 2017

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Dan Kumlander

    • The Saints host their home cross country meets at Saratoga Spa State Park.
       

    League Championships:

    • 2014

    • 2013

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Shea Bromirski (2022–Present)

    • In addition to coaching, Bromirski teaches Physical Education at SCC and serves as Assistant Director of Athletics.

    • Coach Bromirski previously served as an assistant collegiate coach at The College of Saint Rose and Southern Vermont College.

    • A former All-Conference player at Saint Rose, Bromirski averaged 30 points per game during his high school career at Cambridge and also serves as a trainer with Dags Basketball.

    • Led the Saints to a league championship in 2026.
       

    League Championships:

    • 2026

    • 2014

    • 2011

    • 2008

    • 2007

    • 2005

    • 1999

    • 1994

    • 1993

    • 1992

    • 1990

    • 1989

    • 1987

    • 1986

    • 1985

    • 1984

    • 1982

    • 1977

    • 1973

    • 1965

    • 1960

    • 1958

    • 1951

    • 1945
       

    Sectional Championships:

    • 2016

    • 1989

    • 1977
       

    Regional Championships:

    • 1989

    • 1977
       

    New York State Championships:

    • 1973

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Athena DiLorenzo-Ryan (2023–Present)

    • Coach DiLorenzo-Ryan led the Saints to their first sectional championship in program history in 2026.

    • Notable Alumni & Athletes: Sophia Ryan became SCC's all-time leading scorer as a junior, surpassing 1,000 career points during a thrilling 57–56 victory over Lake George.

    • Ryan also broke the school's single-game scoring record with 38 points, including a school-record nine three-pointers, in a 51–41 victory over Waterford. The previous record of 36 points was set by Jennifer Delaney in 1999.
       

    League Championships:

    • 2003

    • 1999

    • 1998

    • 1991

    • 1988

    • 1983
       

    Sectional Championships:

    • 2026

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: LJ LaFiura ’20

    • The Saints compete in the Wasaren League.

    • Coach LaFiura is an SCC alumnus and was a member of the Saints' 2019 sectional championship team.
       

    Sectional Championships:

    • 2019

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Alphonse Lambert ’84

    • A member of the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame, Coach Lambert has earned more than 600 career coaching victories, ranking among the winningest high school baseball coaches in New York State history.

    • Coaching Honors: 2025 Section II Coach of the Year, 2025 Wasaren League Coach of the Year, 2010 Diamond Sports Regional Coach of the Year, and back-to-back Small School Regional Coach of the Year (2025 & 2026).

    • Hall of Fame Coaching Staff: Head Coach Alphonse Lambert ’84 and Assistant Coach Dale Long are both inductees of the New York State Baseball Hall of Fame.

    • The Saints captured back-to-back New York State Championships in 2025 and 2026, winning league, sectional, regional, and state titles in both seasons.

    • For more than 15 years, the Saints have traveled to ESPN Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, for annual spring training, competing against top high school programs from across the country.

    • Professional Baseball Alumni: Tim Stauffer ’00 (San Diego Padres, Minnesota Twins, New York Mets) and Christian Garcia ’09 (Houston Astros draft pick, Tri-City ValleyCats).

    • Recent Collegiate Athletes: Carson Moser ’26 (Duke University) and Pierce Byrne ’26 (Siena College).
       

    League Championships:

    • 2026

    • 2025

    • 2019

    • 2018

    • 2017

    • 2016

    • 2015

    • 2014

    • 2012

    • 2011

    • 2010

    • 2004

    • 2002

    • 2000

    • 1997

    • 1992

    • 1991

    • 1973

    • 1972

    • 1965

    • 1962

    • 1961

    • 1960

    • 1959

    • 1958

    • 1943
       

    Sectional Championships:

    • 2026

    • 2025

    • 2011

    • 2010

    • 2009

    • 2007

    • 2000
       

    Regional Championships:

    • 2026

    • 2025

    • 2011

    • 2010

    • 2000
       

    New York State Championships:

    • 2026

    • 2025

  • Fast Facts:

    • Head Coach: Abby Arceneaux (2023–Present)

    • Coach Arceneaux brings 16 years of collegiate coaching experience, including nine years as a Division II head coach, four years as a Division I assistant coach, and three years coaching at the Division III level.

    • A former All-American softball player at Union College, Arceneaux was named Liberty League Rookie of the Year and earned First Team All-Star honors all four years.

    • A graduate of Mechanicville High School, Arceneaux is an inductee of both the New York State High School Hall of Fame and Mechanicville Athletics Hall of Fame. She led Mechanicville to a Class C State Championship and was twice named New York State Player of the Year.
       

    League Championships:

    • 2021

    • 2010

    • 2008

    • 2007

    • 2006

    • 1998

    • 1997

    • 1996
       

    Sectional Championships:

    • 1998

    • 1997

    • 1993

  • Fast Facts:

    • The Saints track and field program competes in the Wasaren League and participates in invitational meets throughout the Capital Region.

  • Fast Facts:

    • The Saints track and field program competes in the Wasaren League and participates in invitational meets throughout the Capital Region.

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