47th Annual New Years Singles Classic
Staten Island Lions fundraise for trip to national championships
By: Justine Re | Staten Island
Published 6:00 PM ET NOV. 25, 2022
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It’s down to the wire for the undefeated Staten Island football team, the Staten Island Lions.
“It means a lot. This is my first year playing football on a team. I usually play football for fun but now that I’m playing on a team since it’s my first year, it’s very special,” Anthony Schipani, an athlete, said. When Schipani joined the Staten Island Lions, he never dreamed he and his teammates would head to the Super Bowl.
Jimmy Durkin, assistant coach and president of the league, is hoping the bowling event raises the money they need.
They held a fundraiser Friday at Rab’s Country Lanes for the upcoming trip.
“The smiles on their face when they finally knew they were going and the announcer saying and Staten Island is going to Florida you can just see the excitement on their faces,” Durkin said.
The team of 13- and 14-year-olds are heading to the Pop Warner Super Bowl in Orlando, which some may say it’s the little league World Series for football.
“We started the league in 2008 for the 2009 season and this is the first team to go to the national championship,” Durkin said.
In order to take the trip, they need to save up. The team started a GoFundMe account, where they raised $21,000 so far and need to reach $35,000.
“We’re fundraising to offset the cost of airfare, hotels and meals,” Durkin said.
The team hopes to raise $600 at the bowling fundraiser. It was $25 for people to take part.
For an extra boost, the bowling alley is donating $10 for every person who bowls.
“Hopefully they’ll raise a lot of money, enjoy some camaraderie today and have a great time,” Nazareth Laursen, Rab’s general manager, said.
Schipani ’s mother, Lori Ann DeJesus-Schipani, said considering the steep costs of the trip this fundraiser could really help parents of the players.
“I mean it’s expensive haha it was a shock I mean it really wasn’t a shock they were undefeated all season these boys are outstanding,” DeJesus-Schipani said.
Schipani and his friends hope to keep the winning streak going to win the Super Bowl.
“Definitely beat all of the national championship beating all those teams. It’s gonna be good,” he said.
“It feels like really good. I’ve never had this experience before,” Austin Busso, an athlete, said.
“We worked all season to do this. It’s just fun winning with all of the teams and the coaches,” Jaden DiLorenzo, an athlete, said.
The team will head to Florida Friday, Dec. 2.
Thanksgiving Leftovers Adult/Child No-Tap Doubles Tournament
Staten Island Chamber Members Hit the Lanes for Fall Member Meetup
By Danielle Wiseman, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce
On Tuesday, September 21st, the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce held its fall Member Meetup, “Roll Down to Rab’s,” co-sponsored by Aurora Computer Technology and Rab’s Country Lanes. Approximately 50 Chamber members gathered at Rab’s on Tuesday for an evening of networking, appetizers, and, of course, bowling.
The event kicked off in the charming High Roller’s Lounge, a hidden gem at Rab’s featuring an extensive bar, lounge area, and pool tables. Rab’s also generously provided food and drinks for event attendees.
Linda Baran, President and CEO of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, started her remarks by thanking hosts Frank Wilkinson, owner of Rab’s Country Lanes, and Pat Buono, owner of Aurora Computer Technology. She continued by introducing new members Caileen Gonzalez of Tiny to Tall Tutoring, Dr. Ife Akinsheye Damon of The Community-Based Education Movement, and Irina Portnova of Life Palette Coaching.
Frank Scarangello, Chairman of the Board of the Staten Island Chamber of Commerce, provided additional commentary during the new member introductions, asking questions and offering words of support. “Listen, you have to come to these events, mix, and make it fun,” says Scarangello. “The Chamber has a ton of unique, new businesses that a lot of us old folks aren’t quite aware of yet, and that’s why we’re here. There are a bunch of people in this room who have a lot to share with us, and we want them to share. We push them to share!”
Members ended the night with some hearty rounds of bowling, bonding with familiar and unfamiliar faces alike. Thank you again to Rab’s Country Lanes and Aurora Computer Technology, and we hope to see you at the next Member Meetup!
A photo gallery from the event can be viewed by clicking here along with the full story. All photos by Steve White, Staten Arts Photography.
League Bowlers Wanted! There’s still time to get in the game!
The 2022-23 League Bowling Season is underway, and there is still time to get in on the fun!
Whether you’re a novice or a pro, there’s a league for you. Get in the game for a lifetime of memories, why? Camaraderie, Fun, Fitness, Relaxation with your friends and family!
We have openings in the following leagues:
Mixed Leagues
Wednesday, 6:30 PM – MisMates | Individuals
Thursday, 6:25 PM – Thursday Night Mixed League | Individuals
Friday, 7:00 PM – Friday Mixed Quartets | 1 Team & Individuals
Friday, 7:00 PM – Flagship Brewery Friday Bowlers | Teams, Couples, Individuals
Saturday, 6:00 PM – Fil-Am Bowling League| Teams, Couples, Individuals
Once-A-Month Mixed Leagues
Saturday 7:30 PM – Saturday Nite Out | Teams, Couples, Individuals
Senior Leagues
Monday 9:30 AM – Golden Oldies, 55+ | Individuals
Tuesday & Thursday 9:30 AM – Rab’s Senior Men’s Club | Come down and join us!
Ladies Daytime Leagues
Teams & Individuals welcome in all leagues:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday – 9:30 AM
Thursday – 12:00 PM
Friday – 9:50 AM
Men’s Leagues
Monday, 8:30 PM – Holy Spirit | Individuals
Tuesday, 6:25 PM – Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Co. & Rab Wilkinson Memorial Men’s League | Individuals
Tuesday, 9:30 PM – Mike Massaroli Memorial Men’s League | Teams
Thursday, 6:25 PM – Richmond County American Legion-McGuire Men | Individuals
Family League
Sunday, 9:30 AM – Rab’s Family Fun League | Teams, Duos, Individuals
Youth Leagues – Open to all under the age of 18
Click Here to Learn More about Youth Leagues and to Register Your Child today!
I’m Interested in Joining a League at Rab’s!
Cosmic Bowling: 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Open Lanes are available to the public. Reservations suggested. Click Here to make a reservation!
Cosmic Bowling: 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Open Lanes are available to the public. Reservations suggested. Click Here to make a reservation!
Cosmic Bowling: 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Open Lanes are available to the public. Reservations suggested. Click Here to make a reservation!
Cosmic Bowling: 10:00 PM to 2:00 AM
Open Lanes are available to the public. Reservations suggested. Click Here to make a reservation!
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