Episode 27
Original Cablecast: December 27, 2008
On this episode, we are joined by Zach Braziller of fiveboroughsports.com who gives viewers a little insight on what to expect in the coming high school basketball season as well as highlights from 2008 and predictions for 2009. We also take a look into PSAL’s (Public School Athletic League) decision to move East New York’s Transit Tech Boys Basketball squad from a single A division to the AA division team. How will this transition affect Transit Tech’s hopes for a championship win in the coming season?
Episode 26
Original Cablecast: December 13, 2008
We kick off this episode with a recap of the 2008 High School Football season and are joined by Vinny Aceto of WNYE’s 91.5 “On The Sidelines” and Elio Velez of the New York Daily News to make sure that every exciting play is accounted for. Also, Fort Hamilton Head Football Coach Vince Laino and his son, quarterback Frank Laino, talk about how their relationship works on and off the field and their team’s second undefeated season in three years.
Episode 25
Original Cablecast: November 22, 2008
Host Micheal Bellamy is joined by St. Francis College’s Irma Garcia to discuss her becoming the first Hispanic female Athletic Director for a Division 1 college (and get filled in on SFC’s top-ranked water polo team). We’ll then recap the jump-out-of-your-seat moments on the gridiron in our new feature “High School Football Plays of the Month.” In “Skills and Drills,” Mo-Better Jaguar Head Football Coach Chris Legree teaches some of the finer points of offensive blocking. Then, The Soul Tigers Marching Band makes it look easy—but we see just what it takes to march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. (And you thought chewing gum and walking was tough!
Episode 24
Original Cablecast: November 8, 2008
On this new episode of In The Zone, host Micheal Bellamy is joined by Doug Burrow to talk about the life of his former teammate, national amateur cyclist champion Perry Metzler; Mo-Better Jaguars Football Coach Chris Legree demonstrates the finer points of tackling with his Tag Blocking techniques on Skills and Drills; then, the game of golf is brought to the hood by the Finer Life Golf Foundation.
Episode 23
Original Cablecast: October 25, 2008
Host Micheal Bellamy finds out from baseball card aficionado Brian Cataquet just how much those old cards you’ve got hidden away are really worth. Then, we meet the “Ambassador of Basketball”—NBA All Star World B. Free—and see how he’s helping his old team, the Philadelphia 76ers. Later, Ashley Allison revisits past sports legends of the Boys and Girls High School and Coach Chris Legree, founder of the Mo-Better Jaguars Football Organization, demonstrates how to perfectly sweep off a defender, or bring down a quick wide receiver on ‘Skills & Drills’. Finally, a new feature: ‘The Plays of October’, which brings you the best plays seen on area high school football fields.
Episode 22
Original Cablecast: October 11, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone, we talk with Executive Director of Public School Athletic League, Donald Douglas, to discover what’s going on in gymnasiums across the borough (hint: it involves wickets and the Dutch); on Skills & Drills Chris Lagree, founder and head coach for the Mo-Better Jaguars Football Organization, demonstrates the classic high-step drill for agility and strength; we also feature the Canarsie Chiefs Boys Soccer Club and revisit Aviator Sportsplex’s hockey program. Then, we visit the Prospect Park Parade Ground and cheer for former minor league baseball players (ages 50s-70s) at The Old Timers Baseball Game.
Episode 21
Original Cablecast: September 27, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone we’ll recap the high school gridiron action for the month of September with Vernon Jones of NYC Sports Network. Then, on our Skills and Drills segment, we'll learn how to deliver the perfect Olympic jab with Gymu Boxing's Kelly Richardson. Later, our aching joints will scout out Sheepshead Bay High School’s sports medicine program before we take a Super Bowl shuffle down memory lane with Chicago Bear #55, Otis Wilson.
Episode 20
Original Cablecast: September 13, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone, Host Micheal Bellamy discusses the 2008 High School Football season from South Shore High School. Elio Velez of the NY Daily News and Vinny Aceto of On The Sidelines WNYC 91.5 give their exciting opinions about the 2008 High School Football season. Micheal also sits down one on one with PSAL Football Commissioner Alan Arbuse and Canarsie High School Head Football Coach Mike Camardese.
Episode 19
Original Cablecast: July 26, 2008
In this episode Host Micheal Bellamy discusses street basketball with Jerry Niles of the Ruben “Shu” Basketball Classic Foundation. Reporter Ashley Allison shifts gears with Steve Smith, a professional cyclist with Team Guyana. Former middleweight champ Winky Wright, discusses the state of boxing in Brookyn. Joshua Skurnik, a three team coach at East Transit Tech, is profiled about how he does it all for the love of the game.
Also in this episode: Pick up a few boxing skills from Gymu boxing trainer Kelly Ricardson in our regular feature “Skills and Drills”.
Episode 18
Original Cablecast: July 12, 2008
On this episode, we'll hear about a Brooklyn basketballer's trip to China to teach basketball; discover why Brooklyn-based trainer Kelly Richardson has such a knack for developing amateur and professional boxers (and learn to throw a few punches from Kelly in a Skills and Drills segment); find out how to keep joints flexible and loose with Bikram Yoga; and take a look at rhythm gymnastics at Aviator Sportsplex.
Episode 17
Original Cablecast: June 28, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone, host Micheal Bellamy takes us to opening day at Keyspan Park, where our own Brooklyn Cyclones take on the Staten Island Yankees. Joining Bellamy is Elio Velez of the Daily News; the two recap the 2007 season and discuss prospects for the season just launched. Then we’ll continue our baseball coverage with a look at PSAL championship baseball and something new – high school cricket.
Episode 16
Original Cablecast: June 16, 2008
On this episode, host Micheal Bellamy and Elio Velez of the Daily News have a wrap up discussion about the spring 2008 season in high school baseball, softball and basketball. Reporter Ashley Allison investigates the most effective techniques and equipment for jogging.
Also: A Skills and Drills segment with Madison Softball Coach Bill Dumon.
Episode 15
Original Cablecast: May 21, 2008
On this episode, host Micheal Bellamy discusses the sport of cricket with Cliff Roye of the Metropolitan Cricket League and Derrick Morrison of North Province. Also, reporter Ashley Allison will take us inside the brand new high school cricket scene.
Also: Pick up a few softball tips from Madison High School’s Head Softball Coach Bill Dumont in our regular feature “Skills and Drills”. And go “Inside Track” as we look in again on the remarkable track and field athletes of East Transit Tech High School.
Episode 14
Original Cablecast: May 10, 2008
On this episode, host Micheal Bellamy talks with Julio Pabon, Chairman and CEO of Latino Sports Ventures, an organization that has been promoting and supporting Latino participation in athletics for almost ten years. Reporter Ashley Allison takes us on a visit to the Brooklyn Fencing Center. Also, we’ll meet East Transit Tech High School’s boys’ basketball team, two time PSAL single A division champs.
Also: Pick up a few batting pointers with our Skills and Drills segment on baseball.
Episode 13
Original Cablecast: April 26, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone, Host Micheal Bellamy discusses ongoing steroid use with health experts Danny O’Connor of LIU, Devon Taylor of Professional Physical Therapy and Herman Smalls of Specialized Fitness. Also, we’ll meet the Midwood Hornets girl’s lacrosse team, who’ve moved from being a developmental team to a competitive one in the past year.
Also: In our special segments, Inside Track will focus on East Transit Tech’s outdoor track and field team, and Skills and Drills will offer some tips on baseball.
Episode 12
Original Cablecast: April 12, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone: We’ll look at the Brooklyn Barons Rugby club, a high school club for students looking to take their skills to the next level. Also we’ll talk to two Brooklyn parents about how high school students should prepare for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)’s acceptance requirements. And, lastly, find out what it takes to move through the belt levels at a Brooklyn martial arts studio.
Episode 11
Original Cablecast: March 22, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone, Matt Levine of CityLAX is in the house to discuss the emerging success of high school lacrosse throughout Brooklyn. A feature on the Brooklyn Crescents Youth Lacrosse Club shows some of the kids in action. We’ll also learn a tip or two on the sport with a Skills and Drills segment on Lacrosse 101. Also in this episode: a profile on the Abraham Lincoln High School PSAL boys basketball title win over Boys & Girls High School at Madison Square Gardenl and our ongoing saga of Inside Track continues at East Transit Tech High School.
Episode 10
Original Cablecast: March 8, 2008
In this episode, get ready to lace up your pads and skates for ice hockey at Aviator Sportsplex. Then, we’ll check out “Wally Ball” action at the Eastern Athletic Club in Brooklyn Heights. In the studio, host Micheal Bellamy talks with motivational speaker and basketball coach Lecelle Providence about how to improve your game off and on the court. Get the low-down on high school Lacrosse and the outlook for the coming sping season from Matt Levine of City Lax. Finally, we close out with coverage of NYC’s high school basketball championship game at Madison Square Garden.
Episode 9
Original Cablecast: February 23, 2008
On this episode of In The Zone, host Micheal Bellamy welcomes Donald Douglas, executive director of the Public Schools Athletic League. Ashley Allison gives a poolside report about the Piranhas of the Bed-Stuy YMCA. After sitting out a year, two time Daily News Golden Glove Champ in the 119 lb class Cara Castronuova discusses coming back into the ring. Speaking of boxing, learn how to carefully wrap your hands before you put the goves on in a Skills and Drills segment. And our ongoing Inside Track sage continues with East Transit Tech High School.
Episode 8
Original Cablecast: February 9, 2008
In this episode of In the Zone, find out what’s happening in the City University of New York Athletic Conference when host Micheal Bellamy sits down with CUNY’s Executive Sports Director Zak Ivkovic. Also in this episode, Ashley Allison explores rock climbing at the Power Play Recreational Center in downtown Brooklyn. In a Skills and Drills segment, learn how you can keep your tennis skills sharp during the winter under the bubble. Also, discover how Prospect Park Tennis Center Director Paul Campbell keeps his racquet going all year long.
Episode 7
Original Cablecast: January 12, 2008
In this episode, host Micheal Bellamy, Elio Velez of NY Daily and Marcus Henry of Newsday review the year in Brooklyn sports 2007 – and offer their predictions and projections for the new sports year upon us. Reporter Ashley Allison takes us ringside for the wedding of the year at Gleasons Gym. And we’ll help you beat the winter blues with a look at indoor tennis at Prospect Park.