Gill St. Bernard’s Fall Athletic Season Preview 2024 

As the fall season kicks off at Gill St. Bernard's, the anticipation is high for another exciting year of athletics. With a lineup of dedicated student-athletes, experienced coaches, and a supportive community, the Knights are ready to compete at the highest level. This fall, GSB teams will look to build on past successes while embracing new challenges, all while fostering the school’s core values of courage, integrity, and respect. From the soccer fields to the tennis courts, it's shaping up to be an unforgettable season! 

BOYS’ SOCCER

2023 Review

Fifth straight NJSIAA Non-Public B State Championship; North Jersey, Non-Public B Sectional Champions; 12-6-2 record (4-3-1 Skyland–Delaware) 

2024 Varsity Roster 

12th Grade: David Pressley, Alex Chyzowych, Dylan Palmieri, Daniel Scali, Nathaniel Shen, Michael Taliano, Daniel Vasquez, Max Voigt 

11th Grade: Branden Ferreira, Robert Judd, Declan Marcucci, Michael Marino, Jackson Murray, Andrew Smith 

10th Grade: Carter Cistaro, Jackson Collins, Harry Finn, Nicholas Fusari, Derek Palmieri, Renato Panetta, Jeancarlo Sanchez, Denny Trainor 

9th Grade: Henry Rzemieniewski, Julio Rzemieniewski, Felipe Zumbado 

COACH’S CORNER 

“Our coaching staff has high hopes for the team this season, as we look to continue to grow our program into one of the top schools in the state. We purposely loaded our schedule with some of the highest ranked schools in the state, so we would be competing at the highest level possible. Rather than be concerned with our overall record, we want to play our best brand of soccer with the best opposition to get the boys prepared for the postseason runs and for their college soccer careers once they move on from GSB. We hope to continue our streak of winning the state finals and also have our eyes on winning the county tournament for the first time since 2019.  

With plenty of last year's seniors graduating, there are big shoes to fill for the current seniors. Captains Daniel Scali and Dylan Palmieri will headline the senior class that has plenty of leadership and experience. Their qualities on and off the field will serve as an example for our younger guys who all have aspirations to succeed at a high level. Seniors Michael Taliano, Nathaniel Shen, Alex Chyzowych, Daniel Vasquez, David Pressley, and Max Voigt will also contribute in a huge way as they look to carry their team to another season of victories.  

The junior class also returns a solid group of athletes who have seen vital minutes on the field in big games. Michael Marino, Brendan Ferreira, Robbie Judd, Andrew Smith, and Jackson Murray will lead the midfield and attack over the course of the season as they look to get on the scoresheet frequently. Sophomores JeanCarlo Sanchez, Renato Panetta, Carter Cistaro, Jackson Collins, Harry Finn, Derek Palmieri, Nicky Fusari, and Denny Trainor will add more talent to the midfield, back line, and in net. Newcomer Felipe Zumbado will anchor the defense in net after taking over for a four year starter in Michael Dumiec, and he will be joined by fellow freshman keeper Dylan Murray. 

During the preseason, the Knights put on strong performances against Morris Hills, Mendham, and Bernards scoring four goals and allowing zero. They look to put a few strong showings up as they take on local rivals in regular season matches.” 

-- Head Coach Tony Bednarsky and Assistant Head Coach Tim DiBisceglie 

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GIRLS’ SOCCER

2023 Review

Senior Dana Lotito earned seventh-highest goal scorer in GSB girls’ soccer history with a career total of 48 goals; Team advanced to the Quarterfinal Round of the NJSIAA Non-Public B Tournament; 4-13 record (1-9 record Skyland–Valley) 

2024 Varsity Roster 

12th Grade: Josephine Adebambo, Sofia Criscola (Captain), Meredith Klosek (Captain), Addison Rodriguez 

11th Grade: Ava Hearn, Chloe Lemanowicz, Jessica Sconda 

10th Grade: Callan Andreski, Brenna Buraszeski, Emma Hyland, Daphne Kibler, Emery Scavino 

9th Grade: Olivia Corrado, Calista Huerfano, Amelia Litchfield, Erin Ott, Elizabeth Paolinis, Maddy Sabol 

COACH’S CORNER 

“The coaches are very excited about our upcoming season this year. The team has been dedicated to working hard both on and off the field. Throughout the summer, the team has made it a priority to set expectations for all that they would like to achieve and strive for. The 2023 season had its challenges; however, with key returning players and newcomers that will make an immediate impact, the team is focused on our goals and ready to compete. We hope to win our conference and make it further in postseason tournament play. 

“We are lucky to have a strong core group of returning players and will look to the leadership of our senior Captain Meredith Klosek playing in the attack and fellow senior Captain midfielder Sofia Criscola. Senior defender Addison Rodriguez and senior forward Josephine Adebambo will have great influence on the team’s success. 

We will rely on our junior class to defend our back line: defender Ava Hearn, defender Jessica Sconda, and goalkeeper Chloe Lemanowicz.  

We have a talented sophomore class who will look to make their mark all across the field: midfielder Brenna Buraseski, defender Callan Andreski, transfer midfielder Emma Hyland, defender Emery Scavino, and goalkeeper Daphne Kibler.  

Rounding out the roster is our freshman class, who we expect to step right in and contribute on the field: defender Olivia Corrado, midfielder Calista Huerfano, forward Amelia Litchfield, midfielder Erin Ott, midfielder Elizabeth Paolini, and midfielder Madelyn Sabol. 

 After a strong showing during our preseason scrimmages against Villa Walsh and Morris Catholic, the team has great momentum to build off as we head into the season.” 

-- Head Coach Donna Bednarsky and Assistant Head Coach Cassie Cascini 

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GIRLS’ TENNIS 

2023 Review 

The team upped their win total for the second consecutive year to finish with a 7-9 record (3-8 record Skyland-Raritan).  

2024 Varsity Roster 

12th Grade: Bianca Cooper, Jillian Garrubbo (Captain), Alexa Gnapp, Campbell Macak 

11th Grade: Chloe Garrubbo 

10th Grade: Elsa Coates, Reyna Facenda, Aideen Manning, Sambavi Saravanmoorthy 

9th Grade: Elisabeth Tansey, Abigail Wagman 

COACH’S CORNER 

“This year we have continued to increase the overall roster size for the Varsity and JV Teams to 27 players!  

The varsity team is led by senior Captain Jillian Garrubbo, who teamed with senior Bianca Cooper at the First Doubles position last year. Garrubbo looks to play some singles this season in addition to doubles.   

Two sophomores look to play the top two positions, First Singles and Second Singles: Sambavi (Sambi) Saravanmoorthy and Reyna Facenda have continued to improve and look to take the next step this season!  

Other varsity players are junior Chloe Garrubbo and seniors Alexa Gnapp and Campbell Macak, who have had a very good pre-season and are ready to take on the competition.  Sophomores Elsa Coates, Reyna Facenda, and Aidenn Manning have been playing well, and freshman Elisabeth (Elise) Tansey and Abigail Wagman, who should also see varsity time, round out the roster. 

Our aspirations this year are to continue to improve our consistency, which leads to success in Match-Play.  I like to emphasize "you play the way you practice!”, and I encourage the girls to follow this motto! 

I want to thank Athletic Director Jenn Noon and Athletic Trainer Glen DePino for all of their help and guidance during the pre-season and beyond!” 

-- Head Coach Chris Walsh and Assistant Coach Christina Hill 

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VOLLEYBALL

2023 Review

The program secured the first-ever Skyland Conference–Valley Division Championship in 2023 with a 10-8 record (9-1 in Skyland-Valley), and they earned their first NJSIAA State Tournament bid. 

2024 Varsity Roster 

12th Grade: Akshara Datla, Natasha Elleston, Catherine Lutz, Ava Roslund, Anya Verma 

11th Grade: Annabelle Beekman, Hannah "Gee" Dietzel, Avery Harris, Samantha Kalinak, Mia Liberti, Brynn McCarthy, Ariana Tellalian 

10th Grade: Charlotte Brown, Piper Macak, Sierra Salko, Hope Wilson 

COACH’S CORNER 

“This year we have a great group of girls. They are all there to support each other and cheer on the team.  

After a great season last year and becoming co-division champions for the first time in program history, the Knights are ready to take on the Skyland conference again! The team has many challenges ahead with some new opponents as well as some exciting rematches, and we will again work to qualify for the state tournament.  

This team has lots of talent but some varsity players to watch are #1 Ariana Tellalian (setter) and #14 Sierra Salko (middle hitter). The JV also has a few outstanding players, #24 Charlotte Brown (outside hitter) and #8 Hope Wilson (setter).  

I look forward to an exciting season ahead.” 

-- Head Coach Christina Temnycky 

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CROSS COUNTRY 

2023 Review

Meet of Champions Qualifier (Ema Hercules); Prep Championships – 4th place finish Boys’ Cross Country Team; Prep Championships – 4th place finish Girls’ Cross Country Team 

2024 Girls' Roster

12th Grade: Kendall Bell, Angelina Bonaventura, Madeline Craig, Ema Hercules, Katherine "Kate" Horton, Eliana Roslund, Bridget Wood 
11th Grade: Braelyn Brandl, Gurnoor Pakka 
10th Grade: Suzanne Horton 

2024 Boys' Roster

12th Grade: James O'Brien, Nathaniel Pollard 
11th Grade: Evan Alfaro, Carlos Alberto, Coronado Diaz, Jasper Guella, Davis Herr, Benjamin Keller, Oliver Litchfield, Neil Procaccino, Clarence Wu 
10th Grade: Tyler Bilanin, Chase Cignarella, Hunter Danowski, Freddie Ehbar, Tucker Spence 
9th Grade: Josh Boanpong, Evan Mendez, Ryan Tedesco 

COACH’S CORNER 

“Dedication and hard work will define the GSB 2024 Girls’ Cross Country team this year. The common characteristics and goals shared by its ten-member team are reliability and supportiveness, and the team is led by its seven seniors, all with strong running experiences. The team does not complain about workouts, and they have all done their off-season training. This team is very strong and fast, and I expect high team results. They are more than ready to race for the Mountain Division title!   

Four-year varsity runners include Ema Hercules, Ellie Roslund, Katie Horton, and Angie Bonaventura. Kendall Bell, Maddie Craig, and Bridget Wood all have a varsity season under their belts. Junior Gurnoor Pakka, who is running cross country for the first time, looks to break into the top five positions. Sophomore Suzanna Horton and junior Braelyn Brandel will add running depth for the team. 

On the boy’s side, senior James O’Brien, a three-year cross country team member, states that cross-country is a team sport, and that is very true. Every scoring member will have a significant impact on the outcome of a race! He is joined by fellow senior Nathaniel Pollard. Juniors Oliver Litchfield, Davis Herr, Ben Keller, and Evan Alfaro are returning letter winners who will also score for the boys' team.  

The boys’ team has been blessed with strong team chemistry, and we will continue to foster the spirit of camaraderie by encouraging every member of the team to improve. We train hard (on the rolling hills of the beautiful Home Winds Farm course) and are developing perseverance, tenacity and a "Never Quit" attitude.” 

-- Head Coach Mike Parker 

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