Steven Smith returns to try and help the Mavs to another district title in 2010.By DAN HAWTHORNE
Sports Editor

Before the 2010 basketball season gets underway at Manchester Academy, first year head boys basketball coach Mark Alexander has already had setbacks. The success of the varsity football team reaching the playoffs, which includes at least four starters on the court, has put basketball on hold; for now.  
Alexander was able to work with the players a little bit over the summer, traveling to various camps around the region trying to get an idea of what the team will look like.