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The Tappan Zee basketball program has become synonymous with winning. Yet somehow they've been a part of so many iconic playoff defeats. On Saturday, the Dutchmen buried "the demons" and, for all the players and coaches before them, authored their greatest moment: Capturing the NYSPHSAA Class A State Championship.... show more

Kevin Devaney Jr.

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Jim Berrigan3 years ago

TZ Hoops is lunch pail basketball Go to work, prepare, play hard as a team. No one cares who scores, only that the team does. Preventing points is equal to scoring them. The flashiest highlight is the final scoreboard. Get paid in wins. Great work & coverage Kevin, thank you!!

TZ Boys Basketball3 years ago

An absolute master class from the best in the business. Thank you, Kevin. These guys have worked so hard to accomplish their dreams.

Tyrone Carver Jr.3 years ago

Very well done KDJ

robert fairclough3 years ago

TZ and George won 1 or 2 games his second year coaching. He was the same guy who loved his players and cared just as much. Well done George. Our family is so happy for you.

Timothy Tarpey3 years ago

Great job Kevin! Thanks for all you do for the HS sports. It was a truly amazing season with Tappan Zee Dutchman. The boys never gave up and gave it their all every game! Defense and grit wins games.

Chris Agostino3 years ago

Congratulations to TZ community and the basketball program!! Coach is a class act who wins with class and loses with class!! He deserves this championship more than anyone!!

Rudy Arietta3 years ago

@TappanAnd This is great! Nicely done Kevin!

Steve3 years ago

Congrats TZ! It was a pleasure following this season. A well-deserved state title👏👏

AG3 years ago

Amazing piece here. High school sports are so special when it comes to culture in their communities. This team will live on in stories and history forever.

Mark Canno3 years ago

DEVANEY at his best. Incredible video!!!

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