He retired from coaching football at Solvay in 2003, a position he’d held since 1970. In that time, the Bearcats emerged as a force in high school football. Under Merola, Solvay won 17 league ...

Solvay, NY -- It's been 25 years since Solvay High School's last bonfire. A group of about 30 parent volunteers, led by Tony and Lisa Callisto, have been working to bring back the bonfire and some ...

Solvay High School to name football field after legendary coach Al Merola. by Niko Tamurian. Tue, September 4th 2012 at 5:48 PM. Updated Thu, July 23rd 2015 at 5:35 PM.