Boys Soccer
Soccer games can turn on a single strike – and in Peekskill’s Sept. 26 match against Brewster, there were several. In a scrappy, end-to-end contest at Torpy Field, the Red Devils earned their second win of the season with a dramatic 3-2 victory.
Peekskill came out firing from the opening whistle, pressing Brewster high and forcing mistakes. Just two minutes in, Eddy Farfan put the Red Devils ahead with a low driven shot from outside the box that nestled into the bottom-left corner. Brewster responded five minutes later when Nicholas Arciuolo unleashed a long effort from the 30-yard line that seemed more like a pass than a shot, but it somehow looped past goalkeeper Jonathan Farez to level the score at 1–1.
With 11 minutes left in the first half, Peekskill senior captain Maddox Lozada produced a moment of brilliance. Surrounded by defenders and far from goal, Lozada struck a stunning long-range shot into the top-right corner – a goal that instantly ignited the home crowd. In disbelief, Lozada ripped off his jersey and celebrated with teammates as Peekskill reclaimed the lead heading into halftime. [View Lozada’s goal below]
The second half proved a bit tougher as Brewster refused to fold. Midway through the second half, a messy corner sequence ended with Andy Sagastume slotting home from close range to make it 2–2. As the time ticked down, the game seemed destined for a draw – until luck tilted back in Peekskill’s favor.
In the last five minutes, a cleared corner kick fell to defender Cris Lazo outside the box. Lazo lofted what looked like a cross, but after a missed touch in the penalty area, the ball bounced into the net. The unexpected strike sent the Red Devils into jubilation and stood as the match-winner.
With the victory, Peekskill improved to 2-3-2 on the season. Up next, the Red Devils host Poughkeepsie on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 6 p.m. and Carmel on Friday, Oct. 3, at 6:30 p.m., before traveling to Lakeland on Monday, Oct. 6, at 6:30 p.m.
Girls Soccer
Peekskill girls soccer keeps strolling, improving to 9-1 after three straight victories.
On Sept. 25, the Red Devils defeated Spring Valley for the second time in four days, this time by a score of 3–1. Jozelyn Zhinin, Valeria Otavalo, and Dayana Sari all found the back of the net. Zhinin added an assist, while Brianna Tuba contributed two.
Peekskill followed up the next day (Sept. 26) with another 3–1 win, this time over Putnam Valley. Zhinin scored once and assisted once, while Kimberly Alfaro struck twice – one of those set up by Ashlee Ordonez. Alfaro currently leads the team with 12 goals.
Three days later, on Sept. 29, Peekskill cruised past Woodlands, 5-0. Goal scorers included Otavalo (3), Zhinin, and Tuba. Sari chipped in with three assists, while goalkeeper Victoria Jovel secured her third clean sheet of the season.
Now 9–1, the Red Devils will host Roosevelt on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 4:30 p.m., then travel to Alexander Hamilton on Friday, Oct. 3, at 4:45 p.m. They return home Monday, Oct. 6, at 5:30 p.m. to face Mount Vernon on Senior Night.
Football
On Sept. 27, the Peekskill Red Devils earned a decisive 35-22 victory over Albertus Magnus at Torpy Field, improving their season record to 3-1.
Running back Craig Jacobs led the charge, carrying the ball 18 times for 187 yards and five touchdowns. Christian Preston added 56 rushing yards on 10 carries and had a two-point conversion. Joseph Walker contributed 67 yards on eight carries, recovered an onside kick, and intercepted two passes. Darius Smythe had 16 yards and forced a fumble.
After impressing against Albertus Magnus, Jacobs was nominated for Lohud Football Player of the Week for Sept. 26-27. Fans can cast their votes in the online poll until Wednesday, Oct. 1, at 3 p.m. The winner will be announced on Lohud’s sports social media accounts.
Peekskill will look to keep its momentum going on the road against Tappan Zee on Friday, Oct. 3, at 6:30 p.m.
Girls Swimming
On Sept. 25, the Peekskill girls swim team defeated Brewster 98-54. Lily Counts and Paula Pauta each earned three first-place finishes, while Katherine Alvarez secured two. Four swimmers recorded personal bests for the season. The meet also honored senior Peekskill swimmers, including Honalee Monchinski, Katherine Alvarez, Inara Concepcion, and Miranda Berger.
The Red Devils remain undefeated with a 3-0 record. Peekskill will next travel to Yonkers for a meet on Friday, October 3, at 4:30 p.m
Girls Volleyball
After a string of tough losses, Peekskill rebounded with a much-needed 3-0 home victory over Spring Valley on Sept. 29. The Red Devils took the sets by scores of 25-15, 25-17 and 25-15.
A scheduled matchup against Yonkers on Sept. 25 was canceled due to a scheduling glitch, according to Peekskill head coach Dennis Adams.
With the win, Peekskill improves to 4-5 on the season. Up next, the Red Devils will travel to Horace Greeley on Friday, Oct. 3, at 4:30 p.m., followed by a tournament at Alexander Hamilton High School on Saturday, Oct. 4. Peekskill will also host Mahopac on Monday, Oct. 6, at 4:30 p.m.
