The two-time defending champions of the Monsignor Martin Athletic Association are preparing to hit the pitch next week with what is a great start to one the best schedules in the state. Fifth-year coach Orville Roberts and CHS Soccer have put together their usual top-flight lineup of outstanding opponents from Western New York and beyond, including a spot in a terrific season-opening event hosted by Clarence High School. The Crusaders will open their year against two Section VI powers at the Private vs. Public Showcase Cup. Canisius begins its season against defending Section VI Class AAA champion Lancaster at Clarence at 2 p.m. Tuesday; the Crusaders face defending Section VI Class AA champion Clarence on the Red Devils’ home turf at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3. St. Joe’s, finalist in the last two Monsignor Martin title games, will also represent the MMAA in the event. CHS, which advanced to last year’s New York State Catholic High School Athletic Assocation championship, will als...