Ironmen Cap Off Regular Season

Ironmen Cap Off Regular Season

Newark, NJ – Don Bosco closed out the 2018-19 regular season by taking on non-conference opponent St. Joe’s Metuchen at the Prudential Center in Newark.  The Ironmen offense came out strong, as Sophomore Connor Sedlak (8G, 5A) led the way with four points on the night, notching 2 goals and 2 assists.  Junior Robbie Greenleaf and Senior Captain Tyler Sedlak each contributed with 2 goals of their own, as Bosco continued its dominance over non-conference opponents, going 7-0 on the year. Bosco’s offense was dominant all game long, but it was their defense and strong goaltending from Max Schwarz and Kevin Rose, who combined for the shutout, turning aside 18 St. Joe’s shots.

With the regular season now finished, DBP will now turn their attention to the Gordon Conference playoffs.  Led by Senior Goaltender Max Schwarz (18-1, 1.44 GAA, 93.4 Sv%) as well as well as Senior Captains Liam McLinskey (22G, 34A), TJ Schweighardt (10G, 23A) and Tyler Sedlak (33G, 25A) the Ironmen will look to continue their torrid offense pace against St Peter’s Prep on Monday night in the Gordon Cup Quarterfinals at the Ice Vault.

The game will begin at 8:30 pm, but will be proceeded by the annual Senior Night festivities, starting at 8:15 pm.

Bosco Hockey Continues Winning Ways

Bosco Hockey Continues Winning Ways

Junior Will Fortescue (13) Celebrates His 1st Period Goal During the BCCA Final

Wayne, NJ – Since suffering their lone loss of the season to CBA in early December, the Ironmen have won 14 straight games.  In the

amidst of this win streak, Bosco has beaten defending Massachusetts State Champion BC High, won their eighth straight Bergen County Championship and captured their second consecutive Gordon Conference regular season title, by winning eight straight conference games.

Outscoring opponents 81-18 during their win streak, Bosco has featured a balanced attack, with contributions coming up and down the roster.  Led by Senior Captains TJ Schweighardt (9-20-29), Tyler Sedlak (28-20-48) and Quinnipiac commit Liam McLinskey (18-28-46) the offense has produced at a consistent pace all season.  Additional contributions from Sophhomore Zack Hammond (8-4-12), Junior Hunter McGee (4-15-19) and Senior Michael Forgione (3-10-13) have provided even more offensive firepower and highlighted the scoring depth of the Ironmen.
Also fueling the attack while providing stability on the blueline, Sophomore Defenseman Damien Carfagna (4-16-20) and Junior Will Fortescue (2-11-13) have provided timely goals while stifling opposing offenses.

Greg Toskos-Head Coach and Captains Liam McLinskey (2), Tyler Sedlak (17) & TJ Schweighardt (5) Accept the BCCA Championship Trophy

In addition to their torrid offensive pace, Goalies Max Schwarz (15-1, 1.50 GA, 93.4 Sv%) and Kevin Rose (2-0, 0.50 GA, 96.5 Sv%) continue to dominate games between the pipes and limit opponents second chance opportunities for Don Bosco.

Up next, Don Bosco plays their last regular season home game vs Gordon Coference foe Pope John, 8:45 pm at the Ice Vault.
Coach Toskos Reaches Milestone

Coach Toskos Reaches Milestone

Wayne, NJ – This past Friday, the Ironmen took part in a little bit of history.  After closing out Ramsey in the quarter-finals of the Bergen County Tournament 10-0, Greg Toskos earned his 200th win as Head Coach.

Captain TJ Schweighardt ’19 leads all Ironmen defensemen with 29 points on the season (9 G, 20 A)

Five different players scored goals for Bosco, led by their trio of Senior Captains.  TJ Schweighardt (9 G, 20 A) had 6 assists on the night, while forwards Tyler Sedlak (23 G, 18 A) added 3 goals and 2 assists and Liam McLinskey (17 G, 22 A) chipped in with a pair of goals and 2 assists to pace Ironmen offense.

Since taking over the program 13 seasons ago, Coach Toskos has gone 201-99-25, while making three state finals appearances, one Gordon Cup Championship and won seven straight Bergen County Tournament championships as the Ironmen’s bench boss.

Following the game, Coach Toskos said, “We are lucky to have outstanding kids and even better players…they win the games, not us.”

Congrats Coach!

The Ironmen return to action Monday night (Jan. 21) 7pm vs Bergen Catholic, in he Bergen County Tournament semi-finals.

Ironmen Start 2019 Strong

Ironmen Start 2019 Strong

Ramsey, NJ – Led by strong goaltending and an equally strong trio of Senior captains, Don Bosco took to the road for the teams annual trip to Boston in early December. Senior Captain Tyler Sedlak (16 G, 14A) led the Bosco offensive, notching four goals, as the Ironmen defeated defending Massachusetts State Super 8 champion BC High (4-2) at Bentley University.

Tyler Sedlak celebrates 1 of his 4 goals

A quick turnaround the following afternoon, saw the Ironmen take on an an upstart Catholic Memorial (6-2) at Providence College.  Captains Liam McLinskey (13 G, 16A) and TJ Schweighardt (8 G, 10 A) led a relentless attack that saw the Ironmen bury 6 six goals to finish the road trip 2-0.

TJ Schweighardt rifles a shot thru traffic vs CM

Jumping right back into Gordon conference play, Bosco took two games from rival Bergen Catholic to close out 2018.

The Ironmen continue to reap the rewards of strong goaltending from Senior Max Schwarz, who has been excellent for Don Bosco, going 11-1, with a 1.64 GAA and a 93.1% Save Percentage.  Since the calendar has turned to 2019, Max has continued his strong play.   Holding Princeton Day to one goal in a 4-1 win and posting a shutout on the road against #2 ranked Delbarton.

Following two more Gordon conference wins over Gloucester Catholic (7-4) and St Augustine’s (7-2), Bosco will begin Bergen County Tournament play against Ramsey on Friday night then take on #3 CBA Sunday, January 20 6:15 pm at home.

Goaltender Max Schwarz denies a BC High scoring chance

Contributions have come from everywhere for the Ironmen, as Sophomores Damien Carfagna (3 G, 10 A), Zach Hammond (5 G, 2 A) along with Juniors Hunter McGee (2 G, 7 A) and Will Fortescue (1 G, 7 A) have provided balance and depth.  While Seniors Michael Forgione (2 G, 7 A) and Mark Garfinkel (3 G, 3 A) have played crucial roles during the early part of the season.

Ironmen Off To 3-0 Start

Ironmen Off To 3-0 Start

The Ironmen opened the season in solid fashion with back to back wins over Gordon Conference rivals Delbarton and Gloucester Catholic.  Bosco jumped out to a quick 2-0 lead in the first period of the Delbarton game on goals by Senior Captain TJ Schweighardt and Senior Mark Garfinkel.  Delbarton put on some pressure in the second period, cutting the lead in half, but Schweighardt ripped a shot top shelf mid 3rd period to put the game away and a 3-1 victory.  Senior Max Schwarz was awesome in goal making 24 saves.  The following night,  Senior Co-Captain Tyler Sedlak popped home 2 goals while Co Captain Liam McLinskey added 2 assists in a 4-1 win over the GC Rams. Will Fortescue and Zack Hammond rounded out the scoring for the Ironman as Schwarz picked up his second win in back to back games.

CJ McGee Commits To Quinnipiac

CJ McGee Commits To Quinnipiac

Former Captain CJ McGee has committed to Quinnipiac University.  McGee graduated Don Bosco in 2017 and led the Ironmen to a four straight Bergen County Championships and a State Finals appearance.  “CJ is such a competitor” said Bosco Head Coach Greg Toskos.  “He was a 2 year captain for us and helped bring this program to become one of the state’s elite.  We are all very proud of CJ and his commitment.  Quinnipiac is getting a great kid and an excellent hockey player.”  McGee finished his Ironman career with 6 goals, 34 assists for 40 points and was a plus 58 in his four year varsity career.  CJ will join Ironmen John Campomenosi and Liam McLinskey as future Bobcats.