Tuesday night was a special one at Colonie Central High School as the final buzzer sounded on a win over Burnt Hills–Ballston Lake, Girls Basketball Head Coach Heather DiBiase did more than notch another victory. She made history.

With the win, DiBiase earned her 269th victory at Colonie, surpassing the long-standing record held by former coach Karen Bonitatibus to become the winningest coach in program history. The milestone was especially meaningful because it happened on the home court, surrounded by the players and teams who have been part of so many of her wins.

This achievement comes shortly after another career milestone: in January 2025, DiBiase was honored for reaching 300 total career victories, combining her wins at Colonie with 56 wins from her first four seasons as head coach at Johnstown.

Even on a historic night, DiBiase kept the focus on her team rather than the numbers.

Breaking the record is truly humbling, especially knowing the standard that Karen set for the program and for high school girls basketball, DiBiase said after the game.  “I’m grateful to our players, staff, families, and community who make it a privilege to coach here every day.”

Now in her 19th season, DiBiase has the Wolf Pack rolling with an impressive 17–1 record, continuing a recent era of success that has included multiple sectional championships.

“Heather’s impact goes far beyond the scoreboard,” said Supervisor of Athletics William Roemer. “She is an exceptional coach, mentor, and role model for our student-athletes. This record reflects her commitment to Colonie and the countless lives she has influenced along the way.”

Breaking a record once held by a legendary figure in Colonie athletics adds another remarkable chapter to a legacy built on consistency, strong relationships, and a true love of the game. DiBiase’s success didn’t start with a clipboard. She was a three-sport standout at Queensbury High School, leading teams to championships in basketball, field hockey, and softball, and was inducted into the Queensbury Hall of Fame in 2024.

Congratulations to Coach DiBiase on setting a new standard at Colonie.