In 2001, the Colonie Lady Raiders, led by future Colonie Athletic Hall of Famers, Kim Corbitt and Michelle Blot, fought their way through a tough sectional field and went on to capture the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) Class A large school title. The team beat each of their opponents by 28 points or more. From there, the Lady Raiders advanced to the Federation Tournament, where Section 2 teams historically fared poorly. But not this time, as Michelle Blot scored a Federation record 43 points to propel Colonie to the Federation Class A title, beating New York City champion Murry Bergtraum 72-55. This historic win culminated a storybook 27-1 season, with only one close mid-year loss standing in the way of an undefeated record.The 2000-2001 team was talented. Four of the team’s 12 members went on to earn college basketball scholarships. But what stood out about this team was their togetherness and tenacity. They battled all opponents to be able to stand as one in the winner’s circle. When the team needed someone to step up, they did. The foundation of this team was built on their collective intensity, determination and teamwork. The successes they achieved were a product of their confidence in one another and their willingness to sacrifice to achieve the team’s goals.The Lady Raiders were not only winners on the court but excelled in the classroom as well. They achieved a cumulative grade point average of 96.5 which earned them the Athletic Scholars team award from New York State. These achievements were duly noted by the Basketball Coaches Association of New York who recognized the 2000-2001 Colonie Lady Raiders as one of New York State’s “GREAT TEAMS.”

2001 Team Members

Head Coach Karen Bonitatibus 2022 HOF Inductee

Assistant Coach Wendy Kelley 2024 HOF Inductee

Junior Varsity Coach Danielle Blot

Kim Corbitt (Captain Senior) 2019, HOF Inductee

Christine Wilber (Captain Senior)

Susan Anamier (Senior)

Danielle White (Senior)

Michelle Blot (Junior) 2020 HOF Inductee

Renee Blot (Junior)

Katie Maloney (Junior)

Rachel Longtin (Junior)

Sharday Lewis (Junior)

Erin Murphy (Sophomore)

Jessica Tremblay (Sophomore)

Krysta Peplowski (Sophomore)