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Rare photos from decades of Section V football history | Exclusive
Rare photos from decades of Section V football history | Exclusive As the 2026 Section V football season gets underway with the first full slate of games, it's the perfect time to look back at the players, teams and moments that helped shape the sport across the Rochester region. From longtime powers and championship runs to unforgettable performances and rivalries, Section V football has produced no shortage of memorable moments over the years.
Rare photos from decades of Section V football history | Exclusive Original
Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Sept. 4, 2026, 4:20 a.m. ET The article features photo galleries showcasing decades of Section V football history. These galleries highlight memorable teams, players, and moments from across the Rochester region. As the 2026 Section V football season gets underway with the first full slate of games, it's the perfect time to look back at the players, teams and moments that helped shape the sport across the Rochester region.
Section V football through the years in unforgettable photos | Exclusive Original
Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Aug. 24, 2026, 3:00 a.m. ET The article features photo galleries showcasing decades of Section V football history. These galleries highlight memorable teams, players, and moments from across the Rochester region. As the 2026 high school football season draws closer, it's time to start getting ready for another fall of football across Section V.
Follow updates as Bills close out training camp at St. John Fisher
Follow updates as Bills close out training camp at St. John Fisher The final day of Buffalo Bills training camp at St. John Fisher is here, and we'll be live all morning with updates as the team wraps up its 2026 stay on campus. There's still plenty to watch before camp comes to a close. We'll be tracking position battles, standout performances, injury updates, big plays, memorable moments and anything else that catches our eye during practice.
Follow updates as Bills close out training camp at St. John Fisher
9:50 am ET NFL officials working practice Sal Maiorana For the first time this summer, NFL officials have made their way to Bills training camp and are officiating all parts of the practice. Each year the officials hit training camps not only to help teams get used to being watched closely for infractions, but to hone their own skills. It is expected that this crew will be in Orchard Park Saturday night when the Bills practice in the new stadium.
Buffalo Bills training camp live updates, news and injuries from Day 6 Original
Sal Maiorana Ryan Miller Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Updated Aug. 6, 2026, 7:56 a.m. ET The Buffalo Bills are set to begin their sixth day of open practice at training camp at St. John Fisher University, and after Tuesday’s salty drills, who knows what we can expect. The sun was finally out at camp, temperatures were up, and the Bills were wearing their pads for the entire practice for the first time.
From downtown to the lakeshore: 100 years of July 4th in Rochester Original
June 25, 2026, 3:00 a.m. ET Under the colors of the American flag blowing in the wind, the Webster Marching Band performs for the hundreds that line the parade route at the annual Independence Day Parade in the village of Penfield in 2014. SHAWN DOWD/Rochester Democrat And Chronicle File Photo An estimated 50,000 people packed downtown Rochester to watch a fireworks display in 1978. Rochester Democrat And Chronicle File Photos Fourth of July fireworks explode above downtown Rochester in 1996.
Abby Wambach, National Soccer Hall of Famer, Rochester legend Original
June 23, 2026, 3:00 a.m. ET U.S. forward Abby Wambach (20) celebrates after defeating Japan in the final of the FIFA 2015 Women's World Cup. Wambach is America's top goalscorer in international-play history. Michael Chow-USA TODAY Sports Ella Masar, Chicago Red Stars, heads the ball away from Abby Wambach, right, of the Washington Freedom during the first half of a 2010 match. In 2011, she was the first soccer player of any gender to be named Athlete of the Year by the Associated Press.
How Rochester will celebrate America’s 250th birthday
The United States of America turns 250 years old on July 4, 2026, a time for Rochester-area residents to celebrate and reflect and in some cases perhaps even protest. The occasion of the semiquincentennial might not be quite the red, white and blue extravaganza that marked the bicentennial year in 1976; America reaches this occasion at a time of intense political polarization and deep concerns about affordability and new technologies like artificial intelligence.
How Rochester will celebrate America’s 250th birthday Original
Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle June 4, 2026, 6:51 p.m. ET The United States of America turns 250 years old on July 4, 2026, a time for Rochester-area residents to celebrate and reflect and in some cases perhaps even protest.
Bills make another trade, swap fourth round picks with Raiders: What we know Original
Updated April 25, 2026, 12:20 p.m. ET The Buffalo Bills yet and another trade during the 2026 NFL Draft, this time with the Las Vegas Raiders. The Bills moved down one pick in the fourth round and receive a seventh round pick in 2027. Bills and Raiders trade details Bills receive: Round 4, No. 102 overall Round 7 in 2027 draft Raiders receive: The Raiders selected cornerback Jermod McCoy of Tennessee with the pick.
Christmas tractor parade kicks off holiday season in upstate New York Original
Scott Norris Crowds lined Main Street in Manchester as tractors rolled by during the annual Lighted Tractor Christmas Parade Saturday, November 22, 2025. Scott Norris/Rochester Democrat And Chronicle Crowds lined Main Street in Manchester as tractors rolled by during the annual Lighted Tractor Christmas Parade Saturday, November 22, 2025.
These 10 Bills-Dolphins classics are among the best ever played in Highmark Stadium Original
This story is part of a series from Sal Maiorana documenting the unforgettable moments in the current Highmark Stadium. Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle Things certainly did not start well for the Buffalo Bills in their new 80,000-seat stadium in Orchard Park when it came to playing AFC East rival Miami. The place opened in 1973 and the Dolphins' decade-long domination of the Bills was already in full force as they won both games in 1970, 1971 and 1972.
Buffalo Bills mock draft roundup: 59 predictions for who Brandon Beane picks in first round Original
Most mock drafts predict the Buffalo Bills will select a defensive player with their first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. DT Kenneth Grant was the most popular Bills pick (16.9% of the time) among 56 NFL mock drafts. The Bills opted to trade up or down in seven out of 59 (11.9%) mock drafts. The Buffalo Bills aren't on the clock yet, but that hasn't kept experts from weighing in.
Honeoye standout is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 3,000 votes, Landon Washburn is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for March 10-16 presented by Faber Builders. The Honeoye basketball star scored 26 points in the Bulldogs' thrilling 64-60 win over Westfield in regionals to advance to the program's first state final four. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Keshequa star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With nearly 5,800 votes, Braelyn Isaman is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for March 3-9 presented by Faber Builders. The Keshequa sophomore scored 20 points and was the Class C-2 tournament MVP as the Wildcats earned their 10th Section V title. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best.
World of Inquiry pulls away from Waterloo for Section V boys basketball championship Original
World of Inquiry pulled away from Waterloo to win the Section V boys basketball Class B1 championship, the first for the Griffins. World of Inquiry defeated Hornell, 65-38, to advance to the title game while Waterloo topped Mynderse, 63-52, in the semifinals. Follow updates here as the game unfolds.
Palmyra-Macedon star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 13,000 votes, Shelby Geer is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Feb. 10-16 presented by Faber Builders. The Palmyra-Macedon basketball star scored 14 points during a 58-49 win over Bloomfield. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best. The poll is live until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Naples star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 22,000 votes, Sadie Gursslin is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Feb. 3-9 presented by Faber Builders. The Naples athlete won the Section V Class D diving championship with 342.30 points. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best. The poll is live until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Pavilion star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 12,000 votes, Ella Tillotson is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Jan. 27-Feb. 2 presented by Faber Builders. The Pavilion senior nearly had a triple-double in a 59-57 win over Pembroke, with 34 points, 10 steals and nine rebounds. She then scored 25 points against Mount Morris. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Pittsford Mendon star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 18,000 votes, Gabby Esposito is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Jan. 20-26 presented by Faber Builders. The Pittsford Mendon senior led the team to a pair of wins last week, scoring a team-high 14 points against Brockport followed by a 21-point outing against Victor. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Dundee/Bradford star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 11,000 votes, Kendall Parker is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Jan. 13-19 presented by Faber Builders. The Dundee/Bradford senior narrowly missed a triple-double in a win over South Seneca on Thursday. Parker finished with 26 points, 19 rebounds and nine assists. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Spencerport standout is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 7,000 votes, Ryan Cieslinski is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for Dec. 23-Jan. 5 presented by Faber Builders. The Spencerport senior was named outstanding lower weights wrestler Dec. 28 after he won the 124-pound weight class at his school's Teike/Bernabi Tournament. During the winter season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Star golfer wins Section V's Girls Athlete of the Fall presented by Faber Builders
With over 39,000 votes, Destiny Jodoin is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Fall presented by Faber Builders. Nobody has shown brighter this season than Victor's golfing star, who was the only two-time Athlete of the Week winner among girls. Destiny first won in late September after she shot the lowest scores in two of Victor's three matches. Then she capped her season by winning the Section V Girls Golf Championship in mid-October and picked up her second Athlete-of-the-Week honor.
Soccer star is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Fall presented by Faber Builders
With almost 700 votes, Cash Rosado is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Fall presented by Faber Builders. Brockport forward Cash Rosado was "money" this season for the Blue Devils. He was so good, in fact, that the prolific scorer became the only player this season to win Boys Athlete of the Week twice. The Brockport star first won Athlete of the Week in late September after scoring five of the Blue Devils’ six goals in a win over Greece Olympia.
Brighton star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 29,000 votes, Carly Giebel is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Nov. 11-17 presented by Faber Builders. Brighton's volleyball star played well at the net during the Bruins' 3-1 regionals win over Williamsville North to advance to the NYSPHSAA championship tournament for the first time in program history. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Fairport star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 20,000 votes, Addison Tally is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Nov. 4-10 presented by Faber Builders. The Fairport keeper had six saves in a shutout win over Lancaster-VI in the NYSPHSAA Class AAA regionals. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best. The poll is live until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
The junior forward scored three goals in the first half of the section title win over Pittsford Mendon.
With over 7,000 votes, Cash Rosado is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 27-Nov. 3 presented by Faber Builders. Brockport’s junior forward scored three goals in the first half of the Blue Devils’ Class A section title win over Pittsford Mendon on Saturday. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best.
Aquinas star is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 20,000 votes, Lucas Leone is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week for Oct. 20-26 presented by Faber Builders. The Aquinas senior became the Section V all-time leader in tackles, according to the team's coaches, during a 31-14 win over Hilton. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Football Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best.
Rush-Henrietta star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 12,000 votes, Haylie Smith is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Oct. 20-26 presented by Faber Builders. Rush-Henrietta's senior, the 2023 Democrat and Chronicle All-Greater Rochester Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year, won the Monroe County Invitational. She finished the race at Parma Park in 17 minutes, 59.7 second, the only runner to tackle the 5k course in less than 18:00.
Who's on the ballot in Rochester for the 2024 election?
Who's on the ballot in Rochester for the 2024 election? These candidates are on the ballot in Rochester. Definitions of party abbreviations are listed below. Candidates are listed by party affiliation as per the convention used by the Monroe County Board of Elections official candidate list. You can find more about each race at the links provided below.
Keshequa standout is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With almost 11,000 votes, Ian Hinrich is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 20-26 presented by Faber Builders. The Keshequa senior had five goals and two assists in a Class D pre-quarterfinal win over Andover-Whitesville on Tuesday, and in the process became the program’s all-time leading scorer with 95 goals. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Victor standout is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With almost 12,000 votes, Tripp Flansburg is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 7-13 presented by Faber Builders. Victor's boys volleyball star put down eight kills and 10 blocks during a tight 3-1 win over Pittsford. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best. The poll is live until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Wayne star is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 16,000 votes, Brodie Newmyer is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week for Oct. 7-13 presented by Faber Builders. The Wayne sophomore quarterback threw two touchdown passes and had 151 yards passing in a defensive battle against Dansville/Wayland-Cohocton won by the Eagles 14-6. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Football Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Pittsford Sutherland standout is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With almost 19,000 votes, Will Tempest is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for Sept. 30 - Oct. 6 presented by Faber Builders. The Pittsford Sutherland senior, who delayed the start of his cross country season, followed up a first-place finish in a Monroe County league meet at Barker Road Middle School by winning the Marcus Whitman Cross Country Invitational. Two runners from Alden in Section VI came in second- and third-place.
Greece Olympia/Odyssey star is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 11,000 votes, Matt Valicenti is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week for Sept. 30 - Oct. 6 presented by Faber Builders. The senior quarterback/defensive back on the Greece Olympia/Odyssey team had a passing touchdown, 125 passing yards and 54 rushing yards on eight carries on offenses. On defense, he returned an interception 96 yards for a touchdown during a 42-30 loss to Palmyra-Macedon.
Brighton star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 11,000 votes, Lucrezia Pavan is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Sept. 23-29 presented by Faber Builders. She eclipsed 1,000 career points for Brighton in a straight sets win over Irondequoit, then put down 22 kills in a five-set win over Churchville-Chili. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best.
McQuaid star is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 7,500 votes, Allen Nesmith is Section V's Football Athlete of the Week for Sept. 16-22 presented by Faber Builders. The senior scored five touchdowns while gaining 212 yards on 15 carries, as McQuaid defeated Penfield 38-27. One of his scoring runs was 57 yards. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Football Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best.
ESPN's top NBA insider to become GM of St. Bonaventure men's basketball program
Show Caption Hide Caption Top 5 NBA big men heading into the 2024 season The top 4 big men of the 2024 NBA season were easy to pick, but the For The Hoops crew all had different answers for the fifth and final spot Adrian Wojnarowski, ESPN's senior writer and NBA insider, is leaving the news industry, he announced Wednesday morning in a social media post. Wojnarowski has agreed to become the general manager of the St. Bonaventure men's basketball program, according to ESPN.
ESPN's top NBA insider to become GM of St. Bonaventure men's basketball program
Show Caption Hide Caption Top 5 NBA big men heading into the 2024 season The top 4 big men of the 2024 NBA season were easy to pick, but the For The Hoops crew all had different answers for the fifth and final spot Adrian Wojnarowski, ESPN's senior writer and NBA insider, is leaving the news industry, he announced Wednesday morning in a social media post. Wojnarowski has agreed to become the general manager of the St. Bonaventure men's basketball program, according to ESPN.
Wheatland-Chili star is Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 18,000 votes, Vanessa Guerrero is the Section V's Girls Athlete of the Week for Sept. 9-15 presented by Faber Builders. The Wheatland-Chili star tallied three goals and three assists in a big win over Alexander on Friday. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best. The poll is live until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Newark standout is Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week presented by Faber Builders
With over 7,000 votes, Kaiden Carr is the Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for September 2-8 presented by Faber Builders. Newark's junior racked up four goals in a victory over Finger Lakes rival Midlakes last Thursday. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances. Your vote determines who is honored as Section V's best. The poll is live until 8 p.m. Tuesday.
Section V football prepares to kick off: Top players, schedules for area teams Original
We're gearing up for the start of the 2024 Section V football season by taking a look at where several program stand as the start of the season approaches. The first weekend of games is less that a week away. You can find the links for each team we've profiled below. Check back each day as we add more schools through the end of August.
Meet the 2024 All-Greater Rochester Girls Bowling Team
The All-Greater Rochester Girls Basketball Team was selected by coaches with input from Democrat and Chronicle and Daily Messenger Post sportswriters. Bowler of the Year Year: Senior Parents: Lisa and Joseph Czerw Key accomplishments: Bowling a 1250 at the NYS championships. Future plans: Attend Lawrence Technological University for mechanical engineering. Year: Junior Parent: Samantha Bohrer Key accomplishments: Bowling a 242 and a 240 to make a 482 series for two games.
What channel is the 2024 WNBA draft on? How to watch every round Original
The 2024 WNBA draft class is loaded with talent. Caitlin Clark, the Iowa star and NCAA's all-time leading scorer, is nearly a lock to be chosen first overall by the Indiana Fever Monday evening. But there is plenty of star power after that pick. LSU's Angel Reese, South Carolina's Kamilla Cardoso, Stanford's Cameron Brink, Tennessee's Rickea Jackson, Ohio State's Jacy Sheldon, UConn's Aaliyah Edwards and Syracuse star Dyaisha Fair will still be on the board.
Section V scores for Rochester area high school winter sports 2023-24
ROCHESTER NY - To report Section V high school sports scores: Coaches or team representatives are asked to send Section V high schools sports results as soon as possible after games, meets and matches by emailing sports@democratandchronicle.com. Please include a name and contact number. The results for the Section V 2023-24 winter season are kept in files for each sport. Linked below are the scores for each sport. Bookmark your favorite sport to keep track of scores all season long.
What bird is in my backyard? Here are the top 5 birds you may see in New York this month
Are you curious which birds are still in your background? USA TODAY has a ranking determined by adding the number of times each bird was listed as most-sighted for each state, each month. For example, over six seasons, the house sparrow was listed as top bird 76 times across the country. The type of bird you are most likely to see in New York in November is the house sparrow. Learn about the most sighted birds in New York below the graphic.
Aquinas soccer star is Advantage Federal Credit Union's Athlete of the Week
Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle With over 28,000 votes, John Leary is the Advantage Federal Credit Union's Athlete of the Week for Nov. 6-12. The Aquinas senior scored the winning goals in the Class A boys soccer state tournament final and semifinals to help deliver the state title to the Section V champion. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Cuba-Rushford/Hinsdale soccer star is Advantage Federal Credit Union's Athlete of the Week
Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle With over 8,000 votes, Tanner Lewis is the Advantage Federal Credit Union's Athlete of the Week for Oct. 23-29. The senior on the Cuba-Rushford/Hinsdale boys soccer team scored both his team's goals in the Section V Class C2 final, a 2-1 victory. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
Monroe star quarterback is Advantage Federal Credit Union's Athlete of the Week Original
Scott Norris Rochester Democrat and Chronicle With 9,042 votes, Khaya Moses is the Advantage Federal Credit Union's Athlete of the Week for Oct. 9-15. The Monroe senior quarterback came close to state and Section V records when he threw seven touchdown passes during a 48-0 win at Wayne. During the fall season, the poll launches on Mondays at democratandchronicle.com to determine the Athlete of the Week from the previous week's top performances.
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