Security Concerns Postpone Mount Vernon-New Rochelle Basketball Game

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. – Security concerns forced the postponement of Friday’s boys basketball game between Mount Vernon and New Rochelle. The game will be played at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28.

The New Rochelle-Mount Vernon boys basketball game has been postponed to Jan. 28 amid security concerns.
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Tom Renner

01/17/2014 4:00 p.m.

New Rochelle will charge $5 admission for the game for adults, and $2 for students. Fans must have identification to purchase a ticket.

According to a post on lohudblogs.com, the game was postponed by threats on social media and ongoing issues involving members of the community. The incidents do not involve players.

In October 2005, a football game was played on a Friday morning during school and spectators were not permitted to attend due to threat of violence in the communities. New Rochelle is 3-4, while Mount Vernon is 6-1. The teams are also scheduled to meet on Feb. 5.

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