Glen Cove Rifle Team Scores Bronze at State Tournament

The Glen Cove rifle team placed third in the New York State Public High School Athletic Association State Tournament on Feb. 28.

The team spent three weeks practicing the new rules and guidelines for shooting at the state tournament, which are different than what is used during regular season matches. The student-athletes practiced mornings before school to get prepared.

Four team members – three sophomores and one senior – were responsible for the team score. Matt Pemberton shot extremely well and finished fifth overall with a score of 283. Julie Micko finished 15th with a score of 264, and Peter Budraitis finished 16th with a score of 263. In addition, Selena Guastella shot a 252, and Matt Arena shot a 247.

Glen Cove High School has been to the NYSPHSAA State Tournament three times in the past 15 years. This year, the team set a school record with a score of a 1057, and is looking forward to returning to the NYSPHSAA State Championship next year.

Photo courtesy of Glen Cove City School District: Members of Glen Cove High School’s Rifle Team are pictured with coach Richard Bullis (center).

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