Inspirational Book Recounts Life Of Revered Former Canarsien, Star Baseball Player Salvatore Aprea


By Jerry Del Priore In the book tilted When Dreams Never Die, author Gary Robert Wallace depicts the life of former well-regarded Canarsie resident and local standout baseball player and coach Salvatore Aprea. Aprea put up impressive stats as a pitcher and outfielder with Tilden High School and Holy Family Senior CYO travel team, which … Continue reading Inspirational Book Recounts Life Of Revered Former Canarsien, Star Baseball Player Salvatore Aprea

Former Longtime Chiefs’ Gridiron Announcer Andy Rizzo Reflects On Days Behind The Mic


Andy Rizzo looks back on his days behind the mic at Canarsie High School in Brooklyn.

Ex-Canarsie High School Sports Standout Enjoys Success In The Music Biz


As a youth, former Canarsie High School three-sport athlete Joe Rizzo balanced his life between his two loves: athletics and music. He received his first turntable from his dad, Andy, at the age of 14 and began spinning records for fun. Rizzo played football, baseball and basketball for the Canarsie Chiefs while continuing to hone his … Continue reading Ex-Canarsie High School Sports Standout Enjoys Success In The Music Biz