Head coach: Joe Sapienza
Key players: James Currier (WR/DB), Ryan Duncan (QB/DB), Brian Katchman (OT/LB), Alex Kundel (WR/DB), Max Schuster (RB/LB)
Outlook: The Blackbirds are setting their sights high once again, thanks to a roster that includes several returning players on offense and defense.
We have eight returning offensive players and seven returning defensive players from a team that made the playoffs last year, said Sapienza. `I think we’re among the best [in Class C]. We have a big group of seniors with high expectations. They expect to win.`
The Class C field is crowded with contenders, though. Several teams are expected to challenge defending champion Hoosick Falls for the Sectional title.
`I think for us, it’s still the same teams to beat ` Fonda, Watervliet and Chatham,` said Sapienza.
The Blackbirds begin their season Saturday when they host Mechanicville at Buckley Memorial Field. Then, they travel to Fonda Sept. 11.“
