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AVON OLD FARMS SCHOOL 2006-07
Athletic Summary
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From the Athletic Director
Avon Old Farms Athletics
T
here is a limited and ever-diminishing window of time in a young
man’s life to play team sports. This is one of the reasons that we
offer 36 competitive teams in 15 different sports. In my opinion,
deciding to participate on a competitive team is one of the best choices a
young person can make.
THE AVON OLD FARMS WEB SITE
All athletics information is posted on our web site,
www.avonoldfarms.com, and is updated frequently.
ATHLETIC SCHEDULES
Printed athletic schedules for each of the three seasons
are produced at least one week prior to the start of each season.
These are available for the asking from any of the administrative offices.
Schedules are available earlier on the web site team pages.
DIRECTIONS TO ATHLETIC CONTESTS
Directions to athletic contests are available on our web site;
printed copies are also available from the publications office.
For additional copies of the 2006-07 Athletic Summary,
please contact Brian Doyle, Director of Athletics.
Brian P. Doyle, Director of Athletics
Office: 860.404.4228
Fax: 860.404.4136
As the Athletic Director, it is my goal to uphold the traditions and core
values which my predecessors have worked so hard to instill over the last
several decades. Sportsmanship, dedication, commitment, team work,
and the idea of sacrificing one’s own ego for the good of the whole are
the hallmarks of our program. I hope that our student-athletes embrace
these qualities and make them part of their persona as they journey from
boyhood to manhood.
I feel very fortunate to be surrounded by such a talented group of
coaches and athletes. If you have ever been to an Avon Old Farms
athletic contest, you know that our athletes compete hard and that out
fans cheer loudly. What you might not know is that our coaches spend
several hours each day preparing for practices, planning for games, and
even driving the team busses! There is a tremendous amount of effort
involved from everyone! I sincerely believe that our coaches are fortunate
to have such a talented group of athletes and that our athletes are lucky
to have such qualified and dedicated coaches. It is a good match.
I hope to see you on the sidelines next fall!
Sincerely,
Brian P. Doyle
Director of Athletics
May 2007
Avon Old Farms School
500 Old Farms Road
Avon, CT 06001
© 2007 by Avon Old Farms School.
On the cover: Avon’s Varsity Hockey team defeated Hotchkiss and Nobles en route to the New England Division 1 Prep Hockey Championship game
held in Salem, New Hampshire in March. Avon prevailed in the final match, defeating Belmont Hill, 3-0. The 2007 championship marks Avon’s third
New England Division 1 Hockey title in four years, and their sixth overall: previous titles were captured in 1989, 1993, 2000, 2004, and 2005.
(Cover photos by B. Patrick Murray)
2006-07 Athletics Athletic Summary 2005-06
Fall Sports 3
4
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extra 64
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Avon Old Farms School 2006-07
Varsity Football...............................................4
Junior Varsity Football....................................6
Thirds Football................................................8
Varsity Soccer................................................10
Junior Varsity Soccer.....................................13
Thirds Soccer.................................................14
Fourths Soccer...............................................16
Fifths Soccer..................................................18
Cross-Country...............................................20
Winter Sports 22
Varsity Hockey..............................................23
Varsity ‘B’ Hockey.........................................27
Junior Varsity Hockey...................................28
Futures Hockey..............................................30
Thirds Hockey...............................................31
Varsity Basketball..........................................32
Junior Varsity Basketball...............................34
Thirds Basketball...........................................36
Riflery.............................................................38
Ski Team.......................................................39
Varsity Squash..............................................40
Junior Varsity Squash...................................41
Swimming......................................................42
Wrestling.......................................................43
Spring Sports 45
Varsity Baseball.............................................46
Varsity ‘B’ Baseball........................................48
Junior Varsity Baseball..................................49
Thirds Baseball..............................................50
Varsity Lacrosse.............................................52
Varsity ‘B’ Lacrosse........................................54
Junior Varsity Lacrosse..................................55
Thirds Lacrosse..............................................56
Varsity Golf...................................................58
Junior Varsity Golf........................................59
Varsity Tennis...............................................60
Junior Varsity Tennis....................................61
Track & Field................................................62
Fall Sports
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2006-07 Athletics Fall Sports
Fall Sports
Varsity Football
#
Name
Position
Ht
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2
3
5
6
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18
19
20
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81
86
87
88
89
Helstowski, Chet
Brechbueler, Tim
Higginbotham, Jon
Cox, Michael
Cheyne, Corey
Driscoll, Blaise
Hodgkinson, John
Bergeron, Dominic
Young, Langley
Hodgkinson, John
Quinn, Dempsey
Moffie, Lee
Mehra, Kinley
Beath, Matt
Miller, Pat
Rubin, Mike
D’Amelio, Joe
Demopoulos, Alex
Severni, Paul
Giamalis, Matt
Beath, Ben
Levine, Brian
Jennings, Ryan
Bambrick, Tyler
Henderson, Dan
Miller, Jeff
Recchia, Mike
Deluga, Drake
Buchanon, Nick
Hartman, Chris
Schultz, Tyler
Piercey, Evan
Lyons, Andrew
Mapes, Tom
O’ Keefe, Connor
Holst-Grubbe, Peter
Angel, Randall
Beyer, Douglas
Naraine, Branden
Keller, Matt
Sieber, William
Brumbaugh, Cody
Menard, David
Riley, Ben
Thompson, Preston
Carter, Nick
Driscoll, Mike
Shaw, Mickey
Trask, Brett
K
WR/S
TB
TB
RB/DB
QB/DB
WR/S
RB/LB
WR/S
WR/DE
QB/S
QB
S/WR
WR/CB
WR
WR/S
WR/CB
TB/S
WR/S
WR/CB
WR/CB
WR/S
WR/DB
WR/LB
FB/DE
WR/DB
RB/LB
TE/DE
WR/DB
FB/LB
OG/LB
OG/LB
OT/DT
LB
OT/DT
OG/DT
C/DT
OT/DT
OT/DT
OT/DT
OT/DT
G/DT
OT/DT
TE/DE
TE/DE
TE/DE
SE/DD
SE/DB
TE/DE
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6’2’’
6’3”
6’2”
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6’0”
6’1”
5’11”
6’0”
6’0”
5’9”
5’11’’
5’6”
5’11”
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6’1”
6’1’’
6’2”
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6’0’’
6’2’’
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5’10”
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6’3”
5’10”
6’3”
6’2”
6’2’’
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Wt Class
Hometown
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190
195
160
185
180
193
165
175
185
195
175
180
155
160
185
175
175
160
150
210
170
172
220
160
210
200
205
190
190
200
210
190
225
225
255
250
280
220
230
310
280
220
195
210
160
185
225
Bridgehampton, NY
Gillette, NJ
Winthrop, MA
Dorchester, MA
Simsbury, CT
Avon, CT
Piedmont, CA
Montreal, PQ, Canada
St. Albans, NY
Piedmont, CT
Pittsfield, MA
Wallingford, CT
New York, NY
St. Louis, MO
Avon, CT
Avon, CT
Warren, NJ
Avon, CT
Avon, CT
Farmington, CT
St. Louis, MO
Westport, CT
Weatogue, CT
Houston,TX
Ridgewood, NJ
Key Biscayne, FL
Fairfield, CT
Dennis, MA
Bradenton, FL
Cohasset, MA
West Simsbury, CT
South Salem, NY
Westfield, MA
North Haledon, NJ
Wellesley, MA
Torrington, CT
Emmaus, PA
Chappaqa, NY
Windsor, CT
New Canaan, CT
Bethesda, MD
Redwood City, CA
Norwalk, CT
Hingham, MA
Portsmouth, NH
Windermere, FL
Millington, NJ
Burlington, CT
Somers, CT
Jr
So
Sr
Sr
So
Sr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Sr
Sr
So
Jr
Sr
Sr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Sr
So
Sr
Jr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Jr
Sr
Sr
Sr
Jr
Sr
Sr
So
Jr
Sr
Jr
Sr
Sr
Sr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Sr
Sr
Jr
Captains: Jon Higginbotham, Dempsey Quinn, Mike Recchia
Coaches: Kevin Driscoll ’72, Tim Roller, Lee Huguley ’92, Kevin Lawrence ’98
Manager: Pierce Ford ’09
Varsity Football
The varsity football team finished the 2006 season
with a record of five wins and three losses, wins coming against Taft, Kent, Loomis, Hotchkiss, and Northfield Mount Hermon. Outstanding captains Dempsey
Quinn, Mike Recchia, and Jon Higginbotham led
this senior-laden team. These three fine young men
always led through their actions on and off the field
with a devotion to each of their teammates and to the
game of football. Joining the captains were seniors
Matt Beath, Pat Miller, Mike Rubin, Matt Giamalis,
Brian Levine, Tyler Bambrick, Chris Hartmann,
Tyler Schultz, Andrew Lyons, Tom Mapes, Randall
Angel, Brandon Naraine, Matt Keller, Will Sieber,
Cody Brumbaugh, Nick Carter, and Mickey Shaw,
who formed an incredibly hard-working and cohesive
unit, approaching each practice with hard work and
a willingness to sacrifice their personal wants for the
good of the team. On game day, the men of Avon always conducted themselves with good sportsmanship
Avon
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20
20
21
35
27
0
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and respect for their opponents. They always played
the game with a reckless abandon and with a strong
will to win. The future looks bright with the return
of many talented underclassmen and the addition of
many members of our talented junior varsity squad.
This year’s squad was composed of thirty-six players who began their careers on the thirds or junior
varsity levels. This is a glowing testament to the fine
coaching being given to our lower level teams. The
seniors from this team will be greatly missed next season and we wish them all luck and success next year
in college and in all of their future endeavors.
Most Valuable Player: Dempsey Quinn
Coach’s Award: Tyler Schultz
Best Offensive Player: John Hodgkinson
Best Defensive Player: Tyler Bambrick
Most Improved Offensive Player: Blaise Driscoll
Most Improved Defensive Player: Patrick Miller
Varsity Football
Season Record: 5-3
Opponent
Taft
Salisbury
Trinity-Pawling
Kent
Loomis Chaffee
Hotchkiss Deerfield
NMH
Score
7
32
28
18
14
17
12
24
2006-07 Athletics Fall Sports
Fall Sports
JUNIOR Varsity Football
# Name
Position
Class
Hometown
19 Beath, Ben
DB, WR
Jr
St. Louis, MO
30 Brown, Hunter
RB, LB
Jr
Huntsville, AL
5 Buchanan, Nicholas
WR,DB,QB
Sr
Brattington, FL
7 Buenaventura, Michael
WR, DB
Jr
West Hartford, CT
23 Chamness, James
RB, DB
Jr
Collegeville, PA
Cheyne, Cory
RB, LB, DB
So
Simsbury, CT
34 Cox, Nicholas
RB, LB
So
Dorchester, MA
55 Cummings, Conor
WR, DB
So
West Hartford, CT
64 Dillon, Andrew
OL, DL
Jr
Torrington, CT
44 Dowd, John
DE, DT, WR Sr
Longmeadow, MA
32 Driscoll, John
WR, DB
Fr
Millington, NJ
Flanagan, Brendan
WR, DB
So
West Hartford, CT
87 Frageau, James
WR, DB
Jr
Wolcott, CT
11 Govoni, Michael
DE,DB, WR So
Brewster, MA
22 Halvorsen, Johan
C, DE, FB
So
Oslo, Norway
42 Hampton, Christopher
OL, DL
So
Farmington, CT
76 Hofer, Ross
OL, DL
So
Farmington, CT
21 Jennings, Ryan
DB, TE
Jr
Simsbury, CT
80 Joyce, Mark
DE, WR
So
Needham, MA
Kerwin, Grant
OL, DE
Jr
Princeton, RI
89 Marx, Christopher
DE, TE
Jr
Ridgewood, NJ
Mehra, Kinley
DB, WR
Jr
New York, NY
50 Meyers, Eric
LB, C
Jr
Bristol, CT
Miller, Jeffrey
WR, DB, QB Jr
Miami, FL
88 Miller, Patrick
DB, WR, QB, K So
Bristol, CT
13 Moffie, Lee
QB, DB, P
So
Wallingford, CT
26 Phucas, Alexander
DB, WR
So
Norristown, PA
65 Tsacoyeanes, Nicholas
OL, DL
So
Avon, CT
8 Wilkins, Jerome
WR, DB, QB Jr
Baltimore, MD
Wilson, Patrick
OL, DL, P, K So
Berlin, CT
Coaches: Karl Hall, Tyler Wells ’02
Manager: Duncan Roberts ’08
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Junior Varsity Football
The junior varsity football team finished on a
high note, winning five out of its last seven games.
During that stretch, Avon outscored its opponents by
a margin of 245 to 102. Leading the way offensively
for Avon was James Chamness, who amassed nearly
1,000 yards rushing and added 10 touchdowns this
season. Quarterback Lee Moffee along with receivers
Mark Joyce, Patrick Miller, and Jack Dowd provided
the passing attack. The offensive line consisting of
Eric Myers, Drew Dillon, Patrick Wilson, Ross Hofer,
and Jack Dowd came together through the season to
become cohesive, formidable unit. Fullback Hunter
Brown provided the key blocks that often sprung Chamness and Corey Cheyne for long runs through out
the season. When not playing with the varsity squad,
Corey Cheyne provided a definite spark, rushing for
over 600 yards in the limited time that he played with
the Junior Varsity squad.
Defensively, the secondary of Ben Beath, Jerome
“Batman” Wilkins, and John Driscoll bewildered the
opposing quarterbacks by tallying 6 interceptions this
season. Linebackers Nick Cox, Hunter Brown, and
Eric Myers laid hard hits on the opposing running
backs, causing several fumbles. The defensive line
of Drew Dillon, Ross Hofer, Pat Wilson, and Nick
Avon
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18
28
28
29
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9
15
16
40
Junior Varsity Football
Season Record: 5-5
Opponent
Deerfield
Salisbury
Forman
Loomis Chaffee
Canton HS
Taft
Salisbury
Eaglebrook
Trinity-Pawling
NMH
Score
8
22
46
6
20
16
20
30
14
6
Tsacoyeanes stopped the running game up the middle
and forced opponents to run outside. One of Avon’s
prime weapons was their kicker Eóin Lennon. Lennon gave the Winged Beavers good field position all
year with his booming kicks out of the end zone. He
also had 7 successful on-side kicks this season. The
junior varsity players who will return next season will
play a significant role in the success of the varsity
team next year.
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Fall Sports
Fall Sports
THIRDS Football
# Name
Position
Class
Hometown
2 Hodgkinson, Jeff
QB/DB
Fr
Piedmont, CA
5 McKeon, Mike
TB/DB
Fr
Berwyn, PA
10 Kipnis, Max
QB/DB
So
South Salem, NY
13 LaBarge, Matt
QB/DB
Fr
Lynnfield, MA
15 Jandreau, Dan
WR/DB
So
Bristol, CT
19 Rosichan, Will
TE/DE
So
Ridgewood, NJ
23 Havron, Taft
FB/LB
Fr
Hunstville, AL
25 Lee, Mike
TB/LB
Fr
Simsbury, CT
30 Young, Lincoln
TB/LB
Fr
Simsbury, CT
34 Sur, Minkyo
FB/LB
Fr
North Haven, CT
35 Papadopoulos, Demetrios WR/DB
Fr
Avon, CT
40 Tepper, Craig
WR/DB
Fr
Avon, CT
41 Gutierrez, Tom
WR/K/DB
So
Colchester, VT
42 Giamalis, Greg
WR/DB
Fr
Farmington, CT
43 Tynell, Alex
WR/DB
Fr
North Falmouth, MA
45 Regalado, Ricky
WR/DB
Fr
Hamilton, NJ
50 Zamojski, Aaron
G/DT
Fr
Bristol, CT
52 Skirvin, Taylor
G/LB
So
Farmington, CT
53 Bartell, Jackson
G/DT
Fr
West Hartford, CT
55 Salamone, John
G/LB
Fr
Chappaqua, NY
56 Stetson, Max
C/LB
Fr
Mansfield, CT
58 Hampton, Patrick
C/DT
Fr
Farmington, CT
60 Clinton, Blake
T/DT
Fr
Avon, CT
61 Lee, Soon Min
T/DT
Fr
Seoul, Korea
62 Arnell, Tom
C/DT
Fr
Katonah, NY
65 McClane, Ryan
T/DE
Fr
Canton, CT
68 Finucane, Matt
G/DT
Fr
Farmington, CT
70 Nissley, Jonas
T/DT
Fr
Bainbridge, PA
78 Farrow, Isaiah
T/DT
Fr
Bridgewater, CT
80 Kapneck, Jake
WR/DT
Fr
Livingston, NJ
81 O’Brien, Casey
TE/DE
Fr
Avon, CT
83 Spencer, Grey
TE/DE
So
Birmingham, AL
85 Kelly, Foster
WR/DB
Fr
Arlington, VA
88 Redfearn, Jake
WR/DB
Fr
Marshfield, MA
Captains: John Salamone, Max Stetson, Minkyo Sur
Coaches: Andy Riemer, Jon Bolton, JR Zavisza
Manager: Jake Hoss ’10
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THIRDS Football
The thirds football team had a fine season in 2006,
finishing with a record of 4-6. The season began on
a beautiful afternoon versus the Salisbury thirds
squad¬¬. The defense played well, allowing only two
touchdowns; however, our offense struggled for much
of the game. We finally got on the board with about a
minute to go in the game when Max Kipnis connected
with Demetrios “Big Papi” Papadopoulos on a 35-yard
touchdown pass. The two point conversion pass from
Kipnis to Will Rosichan was completed as well. After
recovering the onside kick, we were unable to advance
far enough to tie the game.
Nevertheless, we entered the next couple of games
with a little bit of confidence. Playing our next game
at the Rectory School, the Winged Beavers jumped
out to a 14-0 lead. However, a few turnovers allowed
Rectory to get back in the game and tie the score at 14
by halftime. Rectory returned the opening kickoff of
the second half for touchdown and added a two-point
conversion to take the lead 22-14. Never panicking, the
rushing attack, led by freshmen Mike Lee, Mike Sur,
and Lincoln Young, ground up the Rectory defense on
an 80-yard touchdown drive to make the score 22-20.
Then early in the fourth quarter, Kipnis again connected with Papadopoulos, this time on a 40-yard strike to
put Avon back in the lead. The defense held up, forcing
Rectory turnovers on each of their final three possessions to win the game.
Our game with Worcester Academy was even more
exciting. After recovering a fumble on the first play
from scrimmage, the Avon offense marched down
the field and punched the ball into the end zone for
a 6-0 lead. This game would be a true see-saw affair,
as Worcester then tied the game. The game became
truly exciting in the latter stages of the fourth quarter;
after forcing a turnover deep in opposition territory,
Avon scored a go-ahead TD with about 6 minutes to
go. Worcester then marched down the field and scored
with about a minute to go, tying the game. Just when it
appeared we were heading for overtime, Demetrios Papadopoulos again stepped up by returning the ensuing
kickoff 80 yards for the game-winning touchdown.
The next few games saw us fall back a little bit. Our
offense had trouble scoring points, and the burden was
too much to bear for our defense. We lost in succession
to the Suffield JV, 28-0, Brunswick Thirds, 16-14, and
Westminster JV, 30-6. When we boarded the bus for
our rematch with Brunswick in Greenwich, the team
was determined to break the losing streak. With an
outstanding defensive effort, the Winged Beavers made
Mike Lee’s one-yard TD run stand up in a hard-fought
6-0 victory over the Bruins.
Our final stretch of the year brought more heartbreak. A trip to Rumsey Hall did not go well. After
jumping out to an 8-0 lead, our defense had trouble
much of the afternoon with Rumsey’s rushing attack
and the Beavers eventually fell 26-14. Our game with
Cardigan Mountain School was even more heartbreaking. The defense, led by freshmen John Salamone, Max
Stetson, Patrick Hampton, Mike Lee, and Mike Sur,
shined in this game. In the first quarter alone we had
four goal-line stands. While the offense had trouble
moving the ball out of our own end, the defense helped
keep us in the game. Despite playing much of the
first half inside our own 30, the score at halftime was
only 6-0. Opening the second half with our best field
position of the afternoon, we were finally able to drive
down the field and tie the game at six. Unfortunately,
Cardigan was able to score on two long runs during the
third quarter to take a 20-6 lead. The Winged Beavers
did not give up. With about five minutes remaining,
Max Kipnis threw a 60-yard TD pass to freshmen Casey
O’Brien, making the score 20-12. The defense then
went out and forced Cardigan back on three straight
plays and got the ball back for the Winged Beavers. The
Avon offense then mounted another drive, moving to
the Cardigan 25, but unfortunately the clock expired.
Throughout the day, the defense was outstanding, forcing Cardigan to dig deep into their bag of tricks.
Our season ended on a high note with the team
defeating Indian Mountain School 14-12 in a game
played in nothing short of a monsoon. Handling the
poor conditions well, sophomore kicker Tom Gutierrez
nailed his first two extra points to provide the margin
of victory. Overall, it was a fun season and Coaches
Riemer, Bolton, and Zavisza wish all of the players
success in future years. Many of these players will be
making a contribution to the varsity in a few short years
and we will follow their careers with great interest.
Avon
8
28
24
0
14
6
6
16
12
14
Thirds Football
Season Record: 4-6
Opponent
Salisbury
Rectory
Worcester Academy
Suffield
Brunswick
Westminster
Brunswick
Rumsey Hall
Cardigan Mountain
Indian Mountain
Score
16
22
18
28
16
30
0
28
20
12
Fall Sports
Fall Sports
Varsity SOCCER
#
Name
Position Class
Hometown
2
DeBlasio, Nick
F
Jr
South Barrington, IL
3
Rinaldo, Dominic
F
Jr
South Windsor, CT
4
Mullane, Patrick
B
So
Wallingford, CT
5
Giuliano, Mike
B
So
Columbia, CT
6
LaVorgna, Eric
M
Jr
North Haven, CT
7
Bradley, Colin
M
So
West Hartford, CT
8
Gurry, Jon B
Sr
Andover, MA
9
Eichas, James
F
Sr
Hilton, NY
10
Haddad, Tyler
M
Sr
Longmeadow, MA
11
Bonino, Nick
M
Sr
Unionville, CT
12
Ward, Ryan
B
Sr
Canton, CT
13
Gantsoudes, Nick
M
Jr
Redding, CT
14
Whitting, Terrell
F
So
Naugatuck,CT
15
Blaine, Matt
M
Sr
West Hartford, CT
16
Seltenright, Peter
M
Sr
Harbor Springs, MI
17
LeClerc, Andrew
M
Jr
Middletown, MD
18
Soares, Trent
F
So
Old Lyme, CT
19
Braggs, Tom
B
Sr
Bath, ME
20
Russell, Tim
B
Sr
Rocky Hill, CT
21
San Gabino, Alejandro
M
Sr
Madrid, Spain
22
Clark, Tim
B
Jr
West Springfield, MA
23
Solomon, Matt
M
Jr
Avon, CT
Schreiber, Eric
GK
Sr
Sudbury, MA
Seymour, Luke
GK
Sr
Canton, NY
Captains: Tyler Haddad, Eric LaVorgna, Jon Gurry
Coaches: Ron Nentwig, Corey Gammill
Manager: Casey Coons ’07, Jordan Lynch ’08
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Varsity Soccer
The varsity soccer team enjoyed another successful
season, led by tri-captains Tyler Haddad (WNEPSSA
All-Star Selection), Eric LaVorgna (All-State Selection), and Jon Gurry (WNEPSSA All-Star Selection
and MVP). Also providing leadership were Jim Eichas
(MVP) and Luke Seymour, both WNEPSSA and
NEPSSA All-Star Selections. Ryan Ward and Matt
Blaine were selected to play in the Connecticut Senior
Bowl game. Rounding out the senior roster were Nick
Bonino (MIP), Eric Schreiber, Alejandro San Gabino,
Tim Russell, Tom Bragg, and Peter Seltenright who all
contributed significantly throughout the season. We
congratulate the seniors on their accomplishments
during the past season.
The Winged Beavers started out the season posting
a record of 6-1-1. More importantly, they were playing
the best soccer I had witnessed in my tenure here at
Avon, and posted impressive wins over Northfield
Mount Hermon (eventual New England Champs),
Deerfield (2-0), Salisbury (3-1), and Brunswick (4-0).
Jim Eichas and Terrell Whitting were largely responsible for the 19 goals tallied during this stretch of the
season. However, Nick Gantsoudes, Drew LeClerc,
Colin Bradley, and Matt Solomon provided valuable
assists in their scoring spree. The defensive ranks
of Jon Gurry, Mike Giuliano, Eric LaVorgna, Ryan
Ward, Tom Bragg, and Pat Mullane only allowed five
goals during this initial stretch. Goalies Luke Seymour
and Eric Schreiber had their say in the defensive
stand with a few shutouts of their own.
Unfortunately, disaster struck on Parents Weekend
with a 1-4 loss. The loss was hard enough to swallow, but injuries to Nick Gantsoudes, Tyler Haddad,
and Jim Eichas were difficult to digest. Next on the
calendar was a road trip to Pomfret to play the Tabor
School. The soccer gods added insult to injury with
Eric LaVorgna and Nick Bonino sustaining significant
injuries. However, Nick was able to heal and was back
on the field within two weeks. Things did not look
good as Avon’s next scheduled match was against
Westminster on their Parents Weekend. Within
fifteen minutes of the start of the game, Jon Gurry
was sidelined with an injury for the remainder of the
match. With many players out, Nick DeBlaiso, Trent
Soares, Tom Bragg, Alejandro San Gabino, Matt
Solomon, and Tim Clark stepped up and preserved a
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Varsity Soccer
Season Record: 10-4-3
Avon
Opponent
Score
2
Trinity-Pawling 1
0
Taft
1
4
Brunswick
0
5
Canterbury
0
3
Salisbury
1
1
Hotchkiss
1
2
Deerfield
0
2 Northfield Mount Hermon 1
1
Hopkins
5
5
Tabor
1
1
Westminster
0
1
Kent
1
0
Loomis Chaffee
0
2
Choate
0
1
Berkshire
0
1 Wilbraham and Monson
4
0 Worcester Academy (Q-Final) 2
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critical 1-0 win.
Next Avon limped to the Kent School and came
away with a disappointing 2-1 loss. The soccer gods
intervened and the Kingswood-Oxford match was
cancelled due to weather. This was a significant break
as it gave the team time to heal; Loomis Chaffee was
scheduled next, with Choate, Berkshire, and the
Wilbraham Monson School looming on the horizon.
Three of these teams were currently ranked in the
top five in the league. These games would be critical if Avon was to have any dreams of post-season
play. Against the undefeated Loomis Chaffee team,
we came away with a draw. Next, the team hosted
Choate and after ninety minutes of play, secured a
solid 2-0 victory. With two games remaining on the
schedule, the team needed one more win to earn a
tournament berth. Berkshire came to town highly
ranked, and in the pouring rain, the Beavers found a
way to win 1-0 to secure its third consecutive post-season appearance.
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Avon was seeded 8th in the NEPSSA tournament.
Unfortunately, the seedings were not on our side
and this meant a trip to Worcester Academy to play
the number-one ranked team in New England. The
Winged Beavers gave the home team all they could
handle during the first half, resulting in a 0-0 draw.
However, Worcester found the back of the net early
in the second half on a superb strike. Avon continued to counter well, but in the end, could not find
the equalizer. Worcester Academy added another goal
late in the game to secure the 2-0 victory.
Coach Gammill and I were very proud of this
year’s team, especially their perseverance in getting
the job done. We wish the seniors the best of luck in
their future endeavors.
Most Improved Player – Nick Bonino
Best Offensive Player – Jim Eichas
Best Defensive Player – Jon Gurry
Coach’s Award – Tyler Haddad & Matt Blaine
# Name
Position Class Hometown
2 Quick, Evan
M
Jr
Harwinton, CT
3 Pritchett, Jordan
M
Jr
Ketchum, ID
4 Endorf, Ryan
D
Jr
Granby, CT
5 Bennini, Flavio
D
Jr
Lugano, Switzerland
6 Serra, Juan
D
Jr
Madrid, Spain
7 Lim, Jae Woo
M
Jr
Seoul, Korea
8 Bourgault, Jake
M/F
So
Avon, CT
9 Wieland, Chris
D
Jr
Royal Palm Beach, FL
10 Scali, Mike
M/D
So
Chappaqua, NY
11 Farkas, Nick
F
Jr
New Hartford, CT
12 Cruice, Peter
D
So
Greenville, DE
16 Cooper, Drew
M
Fr
Portland, CT
17 Bogdan, Dan
F
Jr
Westfield, MA
18 Casella, Ian
D
So
Becket, MA
19 Ruhlig, Chris
M
Jr
Islip Terrace, NY
20 Lee, Yong Bok
F
Jr
Seoul, Korea
21 Sosa, Carlos
M/D
Sr
Panama City, Panama
23 Levesque, Marcel
F
Fr
Unionville, CT
24 Willbrant, Joel
D
Jr
Londonderry, NH
26 Riccio, Alex
M
So
Simsbury, CT
Colletti, Rich
GK
So
Lutz, FL
Wolfel, Chris
GK
Jr
Unionville, CT
Captains: Nick Farkas, Carlos Sosa, Chris Wieland
Coaches: Josh King, Peter Rice ’76
The 2006-07 junior varsity soccer team had
a remarkable season. Returning several players
from last year’s squad and adding many talented
newcomers, the Winged Beavers had an undefeated
10-0-3 record. Prior to the first game, the team elected
three co-captains, all returning players; the lone
senior on the team, Carlos Sosa, and two juniors,
Nick Farkas and Chris Wieland would lead the team
through its season.
The season opened with two road games. The first
was a 3-1 win over Trinity-Pawling. The following
Saturday, the team headed to Taft; in their previous
three meetings, Taft had beaten Avon, and this year’s
team was eager to exact revenge. In a tightly contested
match, Avon was able to squeeze in a goal just before
halftime when Dan Bogdan sent Nick Farkas through
on a breakaway. In the second half, Avon controlled
much of the action, and only managed to find the
net again in the waning minutes, as Carlos Sosa
scored to account for the 2-0 final.
Avon
3
2
6
0
2
6
3
6
2
1
2
2
4
Junior Varsity Soccer
Opponent
Score
Trinity-Pawling 1
Taft
0
Canterbury
0
Hotchkiss
0
Loomis Chaffee
2
Suffield
0
Hopkins
0
Northfield Mount Hermon 1
Westminster
0
Kent
1
Deerfield
1
Choate
0
Berkshire
1
Avon did not have much time to rest on its
laurels, returning home for its home opener against
Canterbury. Avon dominated the Saints, winning
6-0. In the following game, Avon hosted Hotchkiss,
another team with a lengthy unbeaten streak against
the Winged Beavers. In one of the most closely
contested games of the season, both teams had
several good scoring opportunities, but neither team
could get a ball past the goalkeepers and the game
ended in a 0-0 draw. The Avon goalies, Rich Colletti
and Chris Wolfel each made some big saves to keep
Avon in the game.
The following game was a back-and-forth affair
against rival Loomis Chaffee. Avon twice found
itself down a goal, but rallied both times to tie the
score. The game ended as a 2-2 tie. This was the most
goals Avon allowed in a game all season. After two
consecutive ties, the team was eager to get back in
the win column, and they did so with conviction,
running off a four-game winning streak. They beat
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Suffield, Hopkins, Northfield Mount Hermon, and
Westminster by a combined score of 17-1.
On a roll, the team traveled to Kent on a windy, cool
day. After allowing a goal in the opening moments,
Avon settled down and soon tied the score. Both teams
had several chances to take the lead, but this one was
destined to end in a tie, 1-1. The team traveled to
Deerfield for its next game, yet another team with recent
success against Avon. The Winged Beavers exacted some
more revenge, winning 2-1 on Chris Ruhlig’s first goal
of the season. Avon completed its unbeaten run with
two more wins at home, 2-0 against Choate and a 4-1
rain and mud soaked win over Berkshire.
What made this team so special were its players. A
quartet of forwards, Nick Farkas, Dan Bogdan, Scotty
Lee, and Marcel Levesque, led a potent attack that
netted 39 goals in 13 games. Our midfielders did an
excellent job controlling the field and keeping the
pressure on the other team’s defense. Carlos Sosa, Jake
Bourgault, Jordan Pritchett and Alex Riccio dominated
the center of the field, while the fleet feet of Chris
Ruhlig, Evan Quick, Drew Cooper, and Mike Scali
controlled the sides of the field. The defense was again
a strength of the team, as Avon only surrendered 7
goals all season. Ian Casella led the defense as sweeper,
with Chris Wieland, Juan Serra, Flavio Bennini, Ryan
Endorf, and Joel Willbrant playing in front of him.
With Rich Colletti and Chris Wolfel patrolling the nets,
Avon had two reliable goalkeepers to back everyone
up and keep the team in many games. The team also
spent much of the season without Jae Woo Lim, who
was injured early in the season. Despite the loss of this
talented three-year JV player, the team showed its depth
and skill to come together like they did and achieve an
undefeated season.
THIRDS SOCCER
#
Name
Position
Class Hometown
31
Allen, Normand M
So
North Granby, CT
35
Barnes, Guillermo M
So
Mexico City, Mexico
39
Birch, Patrick FB
So
Farmington, CT
21
Blanchard, Travis M
Jr
West Simsbury, CT
33
Campbell, Christopher M
Jr
Brooklyn, NY
7
Canning, Christopher
M
Sr
Unionville, CT
23
Cassidy, Philip
FB
Sr
Woodbury, CT
1
Connelly, John M
Sr
Bloomfield, CT
45
Cunningham, Tanner GK
Fr
New Hartford, CT
11
Enloe, Patrick M
Sr
Stuart, FL
43
Frankenberger, Johan F
Fr
El Segundo, CA
29
Gerdner, Eric F
So
Simsbury, CT
5
Groezinger, Ian
F
So
Brielle, NJ
41
Kampfman, William FB
Fr
Plainville, CT
13
Kimmerle, Sam M
So
New Hartford, CT
3
Longo, Timothy M
Jr
Plainville, CT
25
Loveland, Daniel FB
So
Bristol, CT
27
McEachin, Philip F
Sr
Avon, CT
9
Petersen, Ryan
GK
Sr
Shrewsbury, NJ
19
Speace, Graham F
So
Shavertown, PA
37
St. John, Ford FB
So
Canton, CT
15
Wilson, Armand FB
Sr
Fairfield, CT
17
Witkiewicz, Daniel M
Jr
Bristol, CT
Captains: Chris Canning, Philip Cassidy, Ryan Petersen
Coaches: Brian Cugell, David McElheny
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What a great season – twelve wins and one loss, nine
shutouts, and only five goals given up all season!! More
important than the numbers, however, was the character
of the team that evolved as the season progressed. Older
players and younger players – experienced and less
experienced – all melded together to form a team that was
always competitive, without being obsessed, and fun, but
still focused. This year’s team was a truly enjoyable group
to work with.
Highlights were plentiful this season, starting with
victories over always competitive Loomis, Taft, Salisbury,
Choate, and Deerfield. And, while every member of the
team seemed to step up at some point in the season,
there were certain plays and players that stood out. Chris
Canning was a one-man wrecking machine late in the Taft
game, ranging from one side of the field to the other to
stuff Taft’s attempts to clear their own end. Phil Cassidy
scored one in the second Westminster game, picking
up a drop ball and floating a shot over the goalie. Phil
McEachin found the net in the first half of the Salisbury
game off a beautiful one-time touch from Eric Gerdner.
Tanner Cunningham set up the third goal in the first
Westminster game, making a run down the right wing,
crossing the ball, and hitting Graham Speace, in full stride,
who touched the ball over the goalie. Against Berkshire,
Guillermo Barnes picked up the ball on the left side, faked
a defender, and then slid the ball to breaking Graham
Speace, just inside the eighteen, who “nutmegged” the
goalkeeper. Not to be outdone, Phil McEachin took the
ball from the Berkshire goalie in the second half, and
calmly lobbed a cross to Eric Gerdner who headed the
ball into the empty net. With both of our sweepers out,
Phil Cassidy and Armand Wilson anchored a defense that
stymied numerous attacks and limited a daunting Loomis
offense to a mere two shots on net.
I would like to acknowledge the superb play and
leadership of this year’s captains – Chris Canning, Phil
Cassidy, and Ryan Petersen.
Congratulations to this year’s award winners (as voted
on by members of the team). “Most Improved Player” went
to Tim Longo. Chris Canning was voted “Best Offensive
Player,” while Phil Cassidy was selected “Best Defensive
Player.” And, no surprise to anyone who saw even one of
our games, “Most Valuable Player” had co-winners – Chris
Canning and Phil Cassidy. Congratulations on earning the
recognition of your teammates and coaches, and opposing
coaches as well!
Finally, a special thanks to the man who watched my
back during the vicious spitball fights on the long road
trips back from games in Greenwich and Pawling – Coach
Cugell.
Thank you to the team, from your coaches, for
your humour, enthusiasm, energy, and dedication, and
congratulations on a superb season!
Avon
5
5
6
4
2
5
5
0
7
2
2
5
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Opponent
Brunswick
Trinity-Pawling Canterbury
Taft
Salisbury
Pomfret
Westminster
Kent Westminster
Loomis Chaffee
Deerfield
Choate
Berkshire
Score
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
2
0
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FOURTHS SOCCER
# Name
4 Biggart, Erik
D
Jr
Cheshire, CT
5 Hickey, Will
M
Jr
Shrewsbury, NJ
6 Clark, Mark
GK
So
New York, NY
7 Hong, J.T. D
Jr
Seoul, Korea
10 Stacey, Eric
M
Sr
Weatogue, CT
11 Simon, Benjamin
F/M
Jr
Canton, CT
12 Boulus, Alex
D
Jr
Del Ray Beach, FL
13 Stallmeyer, James
M
Sr
Canton, CT
14 Springer, George
F/M
Jr
New Britain, CT
15 Chow, Augustus
M
Sr
Boston, MA
16 Wasserbauer, Perry
M
So
Canton, CT
17 Nakamura, Kaz
M/F
So
Williamsburg, VA
20 Lapin, Ian
M/GK
So
Portland, CT
21 Woodwell, Rich
M
Jr
Ho Ho Kus, NJ
22 Kiene, Tim
D
Fr
South Windsor, CT
23 Diaz De La Guardia, Domingo M
Fr
Panama City, Panama
24 Wachter, Brahm
M/GK
Jr
New York, NY
25 Broatch, Ethan M
So
Woodstock, CT
26 Lee, Ji Hoon
F
Jr
Seoul, Korea
27 Harris, Dan
M
Jr
Burlington, CT
28 Biekert, Nicolas
M/F
So
Avon, CT
29 Berry, Frederick
M/F
So
South Hamilton, MA
30 Coco, Andrew
M
Jr
North Clarendon, VT
31 Silverman, Jesse
M/D
So
Avon, CT
32 Beir, Alexander
M
Jr
Avon, CT
34 Greenfield, Mark
MGR
Sr
Nantucket, MA
38 Forkey, Blake
M/GK
Jr
Boca Raton, FL
42 Beaupre, Timothy
M/F
Jr
Kensington, CT
44 Sica, Nicholas
M
Jr
Staten Island, NY
48 Parra, Juan
M
Sr
Union City, NJ
50 Kassel, Adam
M/F/D
Jr
Avon, CT
52 Zinn, Nathan
M/F/D
Sr
Kensington, CT
53 Olsen, Blake
M
Jr
Farmington, CT
54 Kinney, Sam
M/F
Jr
West Simsbury, CT
59 Choi, Samson
M
Sr
Seoul, Korea
Captains: Juan Parra, Augustus Chow, Samson Choi, George Springer
Coaches: Tim Beneski, Jermaine Matheson ’97
Manager: Mark Greenfield ’07
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Fourths Soccer
The 2006-07 Mighty Mighty Fourths proved themselves
to be worthy heirs to their predecessors. A slow start—two
losses to begin the season—had the faithful reeling, but
there was naught to fear; the fearless and feckless Fourths
of ‘06 would not be denied their place in the winning
tradition. Undaunted, the boys recovered and were
victorious in nine straight matches, including a revenge
win against Granby, who had bested the Beavers in the
second game of the season.
It was not until they faced season opener Salisbury that
the Mighty Mighties would be halted again. Certainly this
gives fodder for future teams to be even more motivated to
slaughter Salisbury in years to come.
The story of this team, however, is its players. The
senior six, a truly memorable group, led the team by
word and deed. Captains Gus Chow, Juan Parra, and
Sampson Choi were outstanding in all aspects of their
game. All three veteran Fourths players proved their mettle
in a variety of ways, not the least of which was the vast
improvement each made over his career.
Eric Stacey and Nathan Zinn were also valiant and
loyal warriors to the cause. Both have played offense and
defense at various points in the season and were willing to
do whatever was asked of them to aid in the team’s success.
Our loyal manager, Mark Greenfield, was a huge help in
managing the logistics of such a large team.
Undoubtedly, the play of the year was the flip throw.
No one who saw us could deny that Captain George
Springer, the most athletic member of the team, brought a
special feature to the team when he unleashed his monster
throws. George was even able to score a goal, when a
panicked netminder attempted to stop the rocket coming
towards him and deflected the ball into the back of the
onion sack. Certainly, a memorable moment of the season
occurred when members of our opposition seated on their
bench took out camera phones and snapped pictures of
George in action while we were burying their teammates
on the pitch.
Seventeen juniors were a part of this year’s team, each
of whom made important contributions. Defensively,
Erik Biggart, who played every minute of every game,
was not only the goalie’s best friend as the sweeper back,
but he was also the winner of this year’s “Sexiest Flow”
competition, a huge accomplishment and an honor to
both Erik and his hair. Alexander Boulos, a newcomer to
Avon, jumped in with both feet and made a big impression
as a talented and enthusiastic player. J.T. Hong showed his
leadership and eagerness throughout the season. The day
boy posse, featuring Ben Simon, James Stallmeyer, Blake
Olsen (in spirit), and Sam Kinney provided some awesome
offense. Brahm Wachter came out of nowhere to be an
outstanding goaltender. Nick Sica improved dramatically
from his sophomore season to be a tremendous force.
Dan Harris, a legacy, proved his devotion to the team
over and over again with some outstanding play and great
team spirit. Andrew Coco was injured, but gave his all
every chance he had. Blake Forkey played every game with
near Yoon Namgung perfection. Tim Beaupre, the most
important free agent acquisition in the history of the
MM4s, once again proved his worth. Richard Woodwell,
did not just play MM4 soccer, he lived it. The most feared
duo on any team that we saw this year, however, were our
own; Alex Beir and Ji Hoon Lee proved to be the most
fearsome pair of forwards anywhere. They scored at will,
or so it seemed, and while each amassed prodigious goal
totals, it was all about the team for both of these guys.
The sophomores were a much smaller group, but
with no less important an impact. Domingo Diaz de la
Guardia, another legacy whose cousin, Nico, once tore up
the fields suffered from a leg injury for much of the season
and was unable to play as much as he would have wished.
However, Mark Clark proved to be unassailable in goal,
giving us the delightful problem of which terrific goalie to
start. Devoted Red Sox fan Fred Whit “Red” Berry, Perry
Wasserbauer, and Ethan Broatch, were all new students
to the school who made quick impacts. Size, speed, and
telecommunications mastery were tools that these three
brought to the team. Nick Biekert brought his awesome
footwork, Kaz Nakamura his incredible speed, and Jesse
“Spoons” Silverman just brought his “A” game every day,
baby. Ian Lapin, one of the last cuts from the ’05-’06 team,
came with a vengeance. Every time he touched the ball,
good things happened.
The lone freshman on the team was often mistakenly
thought to be the lone PG. Tim “Manchild” Kiene, a
phenomenal athlete and a wonderful young man fit right
in with his older, more experienced Avon brothers with his
characteristic good humor and eager attitude. Tim was a
great addition to the squad this year.
Another key member of the squad was Coach Jermaine
Matheson. An Avonian and Order of Old Farms recipient,
Coach Matheson was truly an inspired and inspiring
addition to the team. He brought much to this group.
Every single member of this team brought honor to his
school and his team this year. Everybody did something
well on the field; that is not a surprise. But the fact that
every single member of this team continued one of the
great sports traditions at Avon is noteworthy. This was
a team of champions. This was Avon Old Farms Mighty
Mighty Fourths.
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Avon
Opponent
Score
4
Salisbury
5
2
Granby HS
3
10
Deerfield
1
5
Kingswood-Oxford
0
10
Kingswood-Oxford
0
5
Rectory
3
2
Suffield
1
6
Westminster
2
7
Granby HS
0
2
Westminster
0
5
Rumsey Hall
4
2
Salisbury
4
5
Kingswood-Oxford
0
2
Suffield
1
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FIFTHS SOCCER
#
Name
Class
Hometown
1
Bova, Parker
Fr
Avon, CT
2
Brackett, Connor
Fr
Avon, CT
3
Brackett, Riggs
Fr
Avon, CT
4
Cambell, Andrew
Fr
Brooklyn, NY
5
Cha, Brian
So
Seoul, Korea
6
Choe, Woo Soo
Fr
Seoul, Korea
7
Custer, Ben
Fr
Avon, CT
8
Devine, Mike
Fr
Chesire, CT
9
Fogarty, Mike
So
East Setauket, NY
10
Galper, Mike
Fr
Medford, MA
11
Goetjen, Austin
Fr
Simsbury, CT
12
Gorham, Patrick
Fr
Avon, CT
13
Helberg, Brendan
Fr
Newington, CT
14
Isom, John
Fr
New York, NY
15
Jeong, Sung Jin
So
Seoul, Korea
16
Kim, Taeik
Fr
Seoul, Korea
17
Kwon, Tae Wan
Fr
Seoul, Korea
18
LaRocque, Ben
Fr
Avon, CT
19
Lee, James
So
Seoul, Korea
20
Levy, Alex
Fr
Farmington, CT
21
Lin, Kevin
Fr
Avon, CT
22
Lindblad, Geoffrey
So
Boca Raton, FL
23
Lisicky, Joe
Fr
Chadds Ford, PA
24
McDonnell, Conor
Fr
Avon, CT
25
Reed, Declan
Fr
Suffield, CT
26
Rodriguez Mas, Ignacio
So
Malaga, Spain
27
Rubinfeld, Jon
Fr
Avon, CT
28
Ryan Randall
Fr
Farmington, CT
29
Shim, Sengwan
So
Seoul, Korea
30
Solomon, Mike
Fr
Avon, CT
31
Stallmeyer, Comie
Fr
Canton, CT
32
Thomas, Kevin
Fr
Freehold, NJ
33
Williams, Ben
Fr
Brooklyn, NY
34
Fenkel, Max
So
Meadowbrook, PA
35
Agliato, Joe
So
Hauppauge, NY
36
Mimms, Paul
Fr
Fairfield, CT
Captains: Joe Lisiky, Riggs Brackett, Tae Wan Kwon
Coaches: Alan Leathers ’78, Patrick Murray, Jamie Reece
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The 2007 Fifths Soccer team was comprised of
players with a diverse background of talents and
athletic abilities. The season was positive overall with
all players learning about the game of soccer and
sportsmanship while competing competitively with
some of the top freshmen-level programs in New
England. The season started with a dramatic 0-5
loss to a talented Renbrook varsity team. Instead of
getting down on themselves, Avon fifths soccer rallied
back and earned a crushing victory over an older and
larger Suffield Academy team, followed by a hard
fought tie with an extremely skilled and aggressive
Rumsey Hall varsity team.
The team had its ups and downs, but ended the
season with a winning record. All players made
significant contributions to the season and as is fifths
tradition, all players came away from the season being
in much better physical shape than many of their
fellow students. Congratulations and thank you for a
wonderful season full of fun and lessons for all.
Avon
0
5
1
0
3
2
1
4
4
5
4
1
5
4
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Opponent
Renbrook School
Suffield
Rumsey Hall
Westminster
Suffield
Renbrook School
Avon HS
Hebrew HS
Rectory
Rectory
Watkinson
Gunnery
Suffield
Gunnery
Score
5
1
1
2
1
2
3
2
1
3
1
2
1
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CROSS-COUNTRY
Last, First
Year
Hometown
Brockmeyer, Cael
So
North Conway, NH
Brogan, Nick
So
Ocean Ridge, FL
Books, Martin
Sr
Richardson, TX
Cottrell, Craig
So
Glastonbury, CT
Coz, Matt
Fr
Suffield, CT
Coz, Will
So
Suffield, CT
Cusano, Anthony
So
Whethersfield,CT
Donahue, Tyler
So
Watertown, CT
Doyle, Andre
Fr
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Gittleman, Aaron
Sr
Katonah, NY
Hannan, Tully
So
West Hartford, CT
Haspilaire, Jon
Sr
Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Hershy, Evan
Fr
Tiberon, CA
Hubbard, Roy
Sr
Niantic, CT
Kang, Soochun
So
Seoul, Korea
Kim, Tae Yoon
So
Seoul, Korea
Konferowicz, Rob
So
Southington, CT
Lautensak, Mark
Jr
Simsbury, CT
Palen, Nick
Fr
Farmington, CT
Patterson, Rob
Jr
Charlottesville, VA
Reed, Mike
Fr
Canton, CT
Reilly, Mike
Jr
Kensington, CT
Rotchford, J.P.
So
Runsun, NJ
Sanstrom, Dan
Fr
Marriottsville, MD
Sartori, Jerry
Jr
East Granby, CT
Smith, Van Noy
Fr
Charleston, SC
Springer, Anthony
Fr
Hartford, CT
Suh, Kiho
Jr
Seoul, Korea
Sumner, Eddie
Sr
Fairfield, CT
Tucker, Steven
Sr
Harwichport, MA
Weeks, Mike
So
Maplewood, NJ
West Cameron
Sr
New Britain, CT
Wiles, Bobby
Fr
Longmeadow, MA
Wilson, Spencer
Sr
Kensington, CT
Winer, Chris
Fr
Farmington, CT
Captains: Tully Hannan, Mike Reilly, Eddie Sumner
Coaches: Michael Schleer, John Bourgault ’80
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Cross-Country
The Avon Old Farms Cross-Country Harriers had
another outstanding season. With a record number
of runners coming out for the team, the squad,
consisting of mostly sophomores and freshmen, raced
extremely well throughout the season.
During sports camp, the top returnees found
themselves waking up early for their daily Navy SEAL
workout in order to train not just the body but also
the mind. Coach Bourgault led the daunting charge
as the crafty veterans cheered the rookies on through
the workout. Christmas came early for Avon, as the
team picked up free agent Coach Tom Drescher,
with his “Green Mountain” personality; he quickly
became a source of inspiration for the runners. Every
afternoon the team went on adventure runs: climbing
mountains, crossing streams and leaping over logs,
struggling through eight-mile marathon courses on
foreign terrain, and even once, on a particularly hot
day, trekking to everyone’s favorite Italian ice joint.
When camp was over, the team was ready for their
next big challenge: race day.
Throughout the season, it was apparent that the
Avon harriers would have to overcome their relative
inexperience in order to beat the veteran teams
around the league. The training schedule was devised
to improve the overall strength of each runner, and
then to develop specific racing skills. To ensure
success, the foundation of such a program had to be
established through many lengthy endurance runs.
The team would have been lost without the senior
leadership of Captain Eddie Sumner. He established
himself as the heart and soul of the team. However,
it quickly became apparent that captain and rookie
sensation Tully Hannan ‘09 would lead the pack
across the finish line as an extremely talented novice
runner. Seasoned seniors Cam West, Steven Tucker,
and Spencer Wilson knew the ropes and shared their
experiences with the younger runners. Junior captain
Mike Reilly took control of camp and modeled what
a tenacious runner looks and acts like on a daily
basis. Unfortunately, Avon’s Tyler Donahue ‘09, the
top returnee from last season, was plagued by injury
and forced to sit for most of the season. Sophomores
Rob Konferowicz and Anthony Cusano were two top
returnees fresh off the summer ice and ready to help
score some points for the Beavers. Freshmen Nick
Palen, Mike Reed, Matt Coz, and Anthony Springer
made significant progress as they led the JV squad
to a 5-5 record, foreshadowing the bright future
of Avon’s cross-country program. John Haspilaire
’07, Martin Brooks ’07, JP Rotchford ’09 and Rob
Patterson ’08 evolved into competitive runners who
took great pride in their conditioning programs.
Will Coz ’09 and Mark Lautensack ’08 drove home
our team’s maxim - “In the room where lizards play
saxophones”—by pushing themselves out of their
comfort zones everyday and never complaining,
always cheering on their teammates.
In many ways, the team had an extraordinary
season and learned some powerful lessons along
the way. They came to understand the meaning
of commitment and courage, and the difference
between pride and arrogance. The squad finished
the season at the New England Championships in
thrilling fashion, beating two very solid teams who
had beaten them the week before and proving that
the Winged Harriers subscribe fully to our school
motto: Aspirando et Perseverando.
Cross-Country
Season Record: 5-6
Opponent(s)
Salisbury, Trinity-Pawling
Hotchkiss, Berkshire, Suffield
Suffield, Milbrook, Pomfret
Williston
Kent
Westminster
Williston Invitational
Founders League Champships
New England Championships
Place
2nd
3rd
2nd
1st
2nd
2nd
4th
9th
9th
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H OTC H K I S S 0
S E M I - F I NA L
AVON 3
NOBLES 1
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AVON 3
BELMONT HILL 0
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VARSITY HOCKEY
# Name
Position
Ht
Wt
Class Hometown
1 Brady Kain
G
6’
175
Sr
Gloucester, MA
3 Cam Atkinson
F
5’9”
165
Jr
Greenwich, CT
4 Brad Cooper
D
5’9”
170
Jr
Boca Raton, FL
5 Patrick Mullane
F
6’
180
So
Wallingford, CT
6 Ryan Butler
F
5’9”
170
Sr
Arlington, MA
7 Danny New
D
6’”
175
Jr
White Plains, NY
8 Jon Gurry
D
5’11”
165
Sr
Andover, MA
9 Ryan Petersen
F
6’
180
Sr
Shrewsbury, NJ
10 Rick Longobardi
F
6’
175
Jr
Northford, CT
11 Nick Bonino
F
6’1
180
Sr
Farmington, CT
12 Ken Trentowski
D
6’1”
180
Sr
Ronkonkoma, NY
13 Lee Moffie
D
6’1”
190
So
Wallingford, CT
14 Tom Atkinson
F
5’10”
170
Sr
Greenwich, CT
15 James Chamness
F
5’9”
170
Jr
Collegeville, PA
16 Brad Peltz
F
6’
170
So
Mount Kisco, NY
17 Ryan Liebel F
6’1”
190
Sr
Longmeadow, MA
18 Jon Higginbotham F
6’1”
205
Sr
Winthrop, MA
19 Peter Seltenright
F
5’9”
175
Sr
Harbor Springs, MI
20 Brian Malchoff
D
5’10”
175
Sr
West Hartford, CT
21 Sam Ward
D
5’11”
195
Sr
Manitowoc, WI
22 Chris Wieland
F
5’10”
170
Jr
24 Tom Mapes
F
5’10”
190
Sr
Glen Rock, NJ
29 Randy Wolcott
G
6’2”
190
Sr
East Haven, CT
30 Patrick Enloe
G
5’9”
160
Sr
Stuart, FL
Captains: Nick Bonino, Brian Malchoff, Ken Trentowski
Coaches: John T. Gardner, Brian Doyle, Bill Maniscalco
Manager: Matt Blaine ’07, Matt Giamalis ’07
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Founders League Champions
New England Division 1 Prep School Champions
The Avon Old Farms varsity hockey team achieved
all of their goals during the 2006-07 season, winning
the Annual AOF Christmas Hockey Classic, the
Founders League, and ascending to a record sixth
New England Division I Prep School Championship.
The team had a 22-4-2 record and proved to be
one of the most exciting teams to watch with their
dynamic speed and passing.
The season opened in an inauspicious manner
with a 4-2 loss to South Kent. Avon had a 2-1 lead
which evaporated late in the third period. The
first win of the year came at Albany Academy;
10-0, behind Chris Wieland’s hat trick and Nick
Bonino’s six points. At home, Taft squeaked out
a 3-2 decision as goals from Pat Mullane and Chris
Wieland were not enough, Pat Enloe spun a 6-0
shutout over Trinity-Pawling as six different skaters
scored. A crucial 2-1 road win at Deerfield gave the
team confidence heading into the Christmas Classic
Avon
2
10
2
6
2
4
7
7
5
2
6
7
7
8
6
3
5
5
3
5
4
2
2
8
5
3
3
3
behind Tom Atkinson’s goals and Randy Wolcott’s
42 saves.
The first round at the Avon Christmas Hockey
Classic produced a 4-3 verdict over Berkshire behind
Cam Atkinson’s two goals. Brady Kain and Randy
Wolcott split the goal tending duties in the 7-2 win
over Loomis. The Friday night tilt versus Tabor
resulted in a 7-1 Avon win behind Bonino’s two
goals. In the championship 5-2 win over Gunnery,
Cam Atkinson’s two goals sparked the team and
earned him the MVP trophy.
Returning from a two week break, Avon traveled
to Taft and was frustrated by a 2-2 tie. On the road
at Hotchkiss, the team earned an impressive 6-3 win
over a previously undefeated team. A Nick Bonino
hat trick led the way. At Kent, the Atkinson brothers
notched two goals apiece in a 7-2 victory. John
Higginbotham scored twice and Ken Trentowski
had three points in a sloppy 7-5 win at Pomfret. Pat
Enloe shut out NMH at home as once again Avon
received balanced scoring from eight different skaters.
A 6-2 win over Berkshire was punctuated by a five
Season Record: 22-4-2 Player Statistics
Opponent
Score Player
Goals
Assists Points
South Kent
4
Bonino
24
42
66
Albany Academy
0
C. Atkinson
28
24
52
Taft
3
T. Atkinson
15
27
42
Trinity-Pawling
0
Wieland
14
10
24
Deerfield
1
Trentowski
3
19
22
Berkshire
3
Mullane
8
12
20
Loomis Chaffee
2
Malchoff
7
9
16
Tabor
1
Chamness
4
10
14
Gunnery
2
Butler
5
7
12
Taft
2
Peltz
7
4
11
Hotchkiss
3
Higginbotham 6
5
11
Kent
2
Moffie
3
6
9
Pomfret
5
Liebel
2
6
8
NMH
0
Petersen
0
8
8
Berkshire
2
Cooper
1
6
7
Westminster
1
Longobardi
2
3
5
Loomis Chaffee
1
Seltenright
3
1
4
Choate
3
Gurry
1
3
4
Westminster
4
Ward
0
4
4
Gunnery
0
Mapes
1
2
3
Deerfield
1
New
0
3
3
Choate
2
Salisbury
4
Goalies
Games
Saves GA GAPG
Canterbury
2
Enloe
13 2/3
394
15
1.1
Loomis Chaffee
0
Wolcott
13 2/3
395
30
2.19
Hotchkiss
0
Kain 3/4
15
3
3.98
Noble Greenough
1
Belmont Hill
0
Save Pct.
0.963
0.929
0.833
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Varsity Hockey, Continued
goal first period outburst led by Bonino’s two goals.
In a packed Jennings – Fairchild Rink, Avon turned
back Westminster by a 3-1 score. A 5-1 win over
Loomis followed with scoring from Cam Atkinson,
Ryan Butler and Brad Peltz. A late third period
goal by Nick Bonino led the team to a fast-paced 5-3
victory at Choate. The team’s winning streak was
stopped at Westminster by a 4-3 score despite two
goals from Brian Malchoff.
Returning from long winter weekend, the team
whipped Gunnery 5-0 with Pat Enloe earning
another shutout. A hard hitting 4-1 win over
Deerfield was highlighted by goals from
Brian Malchoff, Lee Moffie, Chris
Wieland, and Tom Atkinson. The
team next played Choate to a 2-2
tie. A frustrating 4-2 loss to Salisbury
gave the team new resolve to tighten
up defensively which they did in an 8-2
thrashing of Canterbury. In the regular
season finale at Loomis, Randy Wolcott
spun a shutout and Jon Gurry sniped a
goal in the 5-0 win. With this win, the
team clinched the Founders League
Championship.
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In the quarterfinal round of the playoffs, before
an overflow crowd at Jennings-Fairchild Rink, Cam
Atkinson scored twice and Pat Enloe was dazzling
in a 3-0 win over Hotchkiss. The team journeyed
to Salem, New Hampshire to face Noble and
Greenough in a semifinal match-up. Erasing a 1-0
deficit in the second period with three goals, led by
James Chamness, Nick Bonino, and Cam Atkinson,
the team earned a 3-1 win. The following day, the
team secured the school its sixth New England
Championship before 2,500 fans—a textbook
defensive effort with two goals from Nick Bonino and
one from Tom Atkinson paced Avon to a
3-0 triumph over Belmont Hill.
The outstanding leadership from the
senior players and in particular, captains
Brian Malchoff, Ken Trentowski, and
Nick Bonino, was responsible for the
team’s success. They rose to the occasion and
played championship hockey when it counted.
With the loss of many excellent senior
players, next year’s team will have to work
extremely hard to duplicate the 2006-07
team’s accomplishments.
# Name
1 Buenaventurra, Mike
G
Jr
Hartford, CT
2 Hollady, David
D
Jr
Lake Angelus, MI
3 Sica, Nick
D
Jr
Staten Island, NY
4 Leclerc, Drew
F
Jr
Avon, CT
5 Clarke, Tim
F
Jr
6 Zieky, Jake
D
Jr
Avon, CT
7 Murphy, Sean
F
Jr
Avon, CT
8 Hebb, Sam
D
Jr
Amherst, MA
9 Keogh, Devin
F
Sr
Fairfield, CT
10 Aragona, Andrew
F
Sr
Dallas,TX
11 Coons, Casey
F
Sr
Avon, CT
12 Ward, Ryan
D
Sr
Canton, CT
14 Sumner, Eddie
D
Sr
Fairfield, CT
15 Cooke, Michael
F
Sr
Windsor, CT
16 Goetjen, Kurt
F
Sr
Simsbury, CT
17 Grenier, Jeremy
F
Sr
Thomaston, CT
18 Bogdan, Dan
F
Jr
Westfield, MA
19 Seymour, Luke
F
Sr
Canton, NY
20 Pritchett, Jordan
F
Jr
Ketchum, ID
21 Cox, Mike
F
Sr
Dorchester, MA
22 Krauter, Neil
D
Jr
Montclair, NJ
23 Holst-Grubbe, Peter
D
Jr
Torrington, CT
27 Caffrey, Shane
F
Sr
Scituate, MA
29 Bennini, Flavio
G
Jr
Lugano, Switzerland
30 Marro, Dan
G
Sr
Sarasota, FL
Deblasio, Nick
F
Sr
Barrington, IL
Schneider, Curt
D
Sr
Bradenton, FL
Captain: Casey Coons
Managers: Jim Eichas, Drew Lyons, Josh Wolfe
Coaches: Corey Gammill, Ron Nentwig
This season was filled with many highs and fortunately,
very few lows. The success of a team can be largely attributed to those who make it up. One would be hard pressed
to find a better group of guys than on this team. In times
of adversity, they never gave up, and during practice they
always had a fun, yet productive spirit.
Looking back on this season, two aspects define this
team: first, the camaraderie that they shared, and second,
the balance of the team. We had four lines that played
fairly consistently throughout the season and when the
final points are calculated, every single line contributed
evenly to the point production as well as to the productivity of the team.
There are two highlights that stand out from the
season. They occurred on a weekend when we had two
games, first against the NJ Kings, and second against a
strong Salisbury team. On Friday night versus the Kings,
we did not play our best game, but managed a tie and had
some fun taking the game to a shootout. In the shootout,
Dan Marro saved all three shots, and Nick Sica scored the
game winning goal. The real exciting part of that weekend
though, came the following evening when the team rebounded and arguably played our best game of the season,
Varsity B Hockey
Avon
Opponent
Score
6
East Longmeadow HS 5
2
Cathedral HS
7
1
Longmeadow HS
2
3
Notre Dame HS
4
4
NY Warriors
2
7
NE Falcons
2
2
Cushing
5
5
Simsbury HS
2
4
Salisbury
5
3
Hudson Valley
1
4
NE Falcons
0
1
Academy of St. Louis
6
3
NJ Kings
2
4
Salisbury
3
8
Cushing
2
5
Minnechaug HS
1
2 Cushing (Cushing Tourney) 4
9 Tabor (Cushing Tourney) 1
showing determination and resilience to beat Salisbury 4-3
in overtime.
As always, the team finished the season with a tournament at Cushing Academy. Unfortunately, despite a strong
effort, the VB team lost the first game to Cushing Academy. Strong play was contributed by John Hodgkinson and
Neil Krauter, who both improved tremendously throughout the course of the season. The following evening, on
the back of Jordan Pritchett (4 goals) and Tim Clarke (2
goals and 2 assists), the Winged Beavers rebounded to beat
Tabor Academy 9-1. In the words of Drew Leclerc “only
300 days left until the Bob Rust!”
Particular note this season goes to the Team’s three
captains, Casey Coons, Devon Keough, and Ryan Ward.
All three EARNED Coach’s Awards for their leadership,
determination, and strong play. Seniors Andrew Aragona,
Jeremy Grenier, Curtis Schneider, and Eddie Sumner will
be missed.
The 2006-07 varsity B hockey players were a special
group of guys who certainly embraced the philosophy
“work hard, play hard.” They were one of the few groups
who were able to find “the balance,” and for that, Coach
Gammill and Nentwig are appreciative.
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#
Name
Position
Class
Hometown
1
Max Fenkell
G
So
Meadowbrook, PA
3
Ryan Jennings
D
Jr
Weatogue, CT
4
Tim Kiene
D
Fr
South Windsor, CT
5
Ward Waesche
D
So
Greenwich, CT
6
Paul Mimms
F
Fr
Fairfield, CT
7
Alex Riccio
D
So
Simsbury, CT
8
Joe Ramieri
D
So
Smithfield, RI
9
Anthony Cusano
F
So
Wethersfield, CT
11
Joe Agliato
F
So
Hauppauge, NY
12
Mark Joyce
F
So
Needham, MA
13
Blake Forkey
F
Jr
Boca Raton, FL
15
Peter Cruice
F
So
Greenville, DE
16
Scott Kelleher
D/F
Jr
Farmington, CT
17
Robert Konferowicz
F
So
Southington, CT
18
James Frageau
F
Jr
Wolcott, CT
19
Chris Ruhlig
F
Jr
Islip Terrace, NY
20
Geoff Lindblad
F
So
Boca Raton, FL
21
Alex Phucas
F
So
Norristown, PA
22
David Bauchiero
F
So
Southington, CT
30
Doug Margison
G
So
Avon, CT
Coaches: Geoff Barlow ’98, Tyler Wells ’02
Managers: Randall Angel ’07, Jack Dowd ’07, Will Coz ’09
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The 2006-07 junior varsity hockey team finished the season with
a 10-6-2 record. This year’s team had no returning players from the
year before. The beginning of the season was dedicated to coming
together as a team. The first game was a convincing 3-0 victory over
Canterbury, where Max Fenkell posted the shutout. That game was
followed by a 3-2 win against a very physical Trinity-Pawling team
where Doug Margison made numerous key saves. After losing the
next two games, the team returned to their winning ways, beating
Hotchkiss 3-2. Alternating wins and losses, the team found itself
with a 5-5-1 record at the end of January. The next game was against
rival Westminster and became the turning point of the season. After
some bad bounces, the Winged Beavers were down 5-1 after two
periods. Not giving up, the team scored two goals, but was still down
5-3 with a minute and a half left. Gaining an extra skater on the ice
from the pulled goalie, Avon managed to find the back of the net—
twice—co-captain Alex Riccio scoring with just seconds left to tie the
score. Overtime went by without either team scoring and the game
ended in a 5-5 tie. Then, in a well-played game, the team downed
Eaglebrook 4-1. Next was a chippy battle with Deerfield, with the
Winged Beavers coming out on top, 1-0. Jimmy Frageau, Paul
Mimms, and co-captain Mark Joyce then led the offense in a 6-2
win over the Philly Little Flyers. Following a tough loss to Gunnery,
the season ended on a short streak with wins over Westminster and
Loomis Chaffee.
Junior Varsity Hockey
Avon
Opponent
3
Canterbury
3
Trinity-Pawling 1
Syracuse Stars
3
Mid-Fairfield
0
Taft
3
Hotchkiss
0
Kent
3
Cardigan Mountain
3
CT Lasers
2
Berkshire
0
NJ Avalanche
5
Westminster
4
Eaglebrook 1
Deerfield
6
Philly Little Flyers
1
Gunnery
5
Westminster
11
Loomis Chaffee
Score
0
2
2
3
2
2
4
2
4
1
2
5
1
0
2
2
1
0
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Futures Hockey
# Name
Position Year
Hometown
Season Record: 7-10
1 Meyers, Eric
G
Jr
Brostol, CT
Avon
Opponent
Score
2 Sanstrom, Dan
D
Fr
Marriottsville, MD
5
Springfield
Pics
4
3 Rotchford, JP
D
So
Rumson, NJ
1
Fairfield
CD
3
4 Reed, Michael
D
Fr
Canton, CT
3
Team Florida
5
5 Fogarty, Mike
F
So
East Setauket, NY
0
Syracuse Stars
8
7 Brockmeyer, Cael
D
So
Kearsarge, NH
2
Springfield Pics
7
9 Lisicki, Joe
F
Fr
Chadds Ford, PA
2
Southern CT
3
11 Cottrell, Craig
D
So
Glastonbury, CT
4
NJ Kings
1
12 Havron, Taft
F
Fr
Huntsville, AL
5
Hudson Valley
6
13 Garland, Graham
F
So
Mequon, WI
6
Minutemen Flames
1
14 Frankenberger, Johan
F
Fr
El Segundo, CA
0
Cathedral JV
2
2
Berkshire AAA
5
15 Palen, Nick
F
Fr
Farmington, CT
4
Fairfield CD
5
16 Salamone, John
D
Fr
Chappaqua, NY
5
CT Lazers
3
17 Devine, Mike
F
Fr
Cheshire, CT
6
CT Clippers
1
19 Stetson, Max
F
Fr
Mansfield, CT
4
Springfield
Pics
0
20 Casella, Ian
D/F
So
Becket, MA
1
Pomfret
3
23 Wiles, Rob
F
Fr
Longmeadow, MA
9
Cathedral
1
24 Helberg, Brendon
F
Fr
Newington, CT
29 LaBarge, Matt
G
Fr
Lynnfield, MA
Captains: Craig Cottrell, Graham Garland, JP Rotchford
Coaches: JR Zavisza, Tim Stay ’97
game losing streak followed, including another thrilling yet
Manager: Mike Lee ’10
The Futures hockey team finished the year with a 7-10
record. While the record alone is not impressive, it should
not overshadow the achievements that the team made over
the course of the season. Strong leadership and improved
defensive, offensive, and team play helped the Futures to a
strong season of development.
The young Winged Beavers came out in the first game
and showed a lot of promise with a thrilling 5-4 overtime
win against the Springfield Pics. Joe Lisicki scored late
in the overtime period to give the Futures their first win
of the season, with Matt Labarge earning the win in net.
Unfortunately, the momentum of the big win stopped, as
the team went on to a five-game losing streak. It became clear
that the team was going to have to work harder and more
intensely to improve and get back in the winning column.
The slump ended on January 12th with a 4-1 victory over the
New Jersey Kings. Brendan Helberg notched the ultimate
game winner off of a pass from Ian Casella. On the next day,
the team suffered a heartbreaking 6-5 overtime loss against
Hudson Valley. The tough and hardworking mentality that
would fully characterize the team by the season’s end began
to take shape during these two games. This identity was
coupled with a style of play that called for simple and smart
hockey. The team was led by Taft Havron, Dan Sandstrom,
Ian Casella, Graham Garland, and J.P. Rotchford who all
helped to set the tone of the team both on and off the ice.
The Winged Beavers’ next win came against the
Minutemen Flames on January 14. Joe Lisicki was a standout
in this game scoring four goals in the 6-0 victory. A three
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heartbreaking overtime loss against Fairfield Country Day.
The team rebounded to beat the Connecticut Clippers,
Connecticut Lazers, and Springfield Pics. The 5-3 win versus
the Connecticut Lazers serves as an example of the team’s
progress and commitment to improvement; earlier in the
year, the Winged Beavers suffered a 7-2 defeat at the hands
of the Lazers. The 4-0 win against the Springfield Pics on
February 17 again marked the team’s progress. Eric Meyers
earned the team’s first and only shutout of the season in
this contest. Joe Lisicky suffered a season ending ankle
injury that; at first look, it would leave a hole in the Futures’
offensive production. Fortunately, Mike Devine stepped up
and had a seven goal and nine-point explosion in the final
three contests. The team’s progress was again displayed in
the 9-1 win against the Cathedral JV, who Avon suffered a
2-0 loss against just one month earlier. Havron and Devine
combined for the nine goals in this contest.
The final piece of the season was the awards ceremony.
Three players were acknowledged for their outstanding
contributions to the team. Ian Casella was recognized as the
team’s most improved player. In addition, Taft Havron was
recognized for his tireless and fearless work-ethic, as he took
home the Hard-Hat Award for the team’s hardest working
player. Graham Garland earned the Most Valuable Player
distinction for his strong leadership and his offensive and
defensive contributions.
As a whole, the year was filled with ups and downs, but
the team improved greatly over the course of the season.
Unfortunately, the year ended too quickly for the Futures, as
the team was just beginning to play great hockey.
THIRDS HOCKEY
Name
Position Year
Hometown
1 Sawicki, Kevin
G
Jr
Amherst, MA
30 Foote, Paul
G
Jr
Hartford, CT
5 Young, Lincoln
D
Fr
Simsbury, CT
3 Reed, Michael
D
Fr
Canton, CT
4 Giuliano, Michael D
So
Columbia, CT
5 Demopoulos, Alex D
Jr
Avon, CT
22 Halvorsen, Johan D
So
Oslo, Norway
23 Lynch, Jordan
D
Jr
Avon, CT
2 McClane, Ryan
D
Fr
Canton, CT
18 Lee, Ji Hoon
F
Jr
Seoul, Korea
10 Kerwin, Grant
F
Jr
Pennington, NJ
6 Redfearn, Jake
F
Fr
Marshfield, MA
21 Greenfield, Mark F
Sr
Nantucket, MA
13 Tepper, Craig
F
Fr
Avon, CT
8 Hodgkinson, Jeff F
Fr
Piedmont, CA
9 Groezinger, Ian
F
So
Brielle, NJ
16 Cox, Nick
F
So
Dorchester, MA
11 Colletti, Rich
F
So
Lutz, FL
12 Berry, Whit
F
So
Hamilton, MA
17 Dillion, Andrew
F
Jr
Torrington, CT
18 Clark, Mark
F
So
New York, NY
15 Clinton, Blake
F
Fr
Avon, CT
14 Randall, Ryan
F
Fr
Farmington, CT
13 Biggart, Eric
F
Jr
Cheshire, CT
6 Speace, Graham
F
So
Shavertown, PA
7 Galper, Michael
F
Fr
Medford, NY
Captains: Alex Demopoulos, Mark Greenfield, Jordan Lynch
Coaches: James Reece, Nathaniel Custer
Managers: Ben Custer ’10, Kevin Sisti ’08
Avon
3
3
6
7
6
6
5
1
2
2
1
5
4
1
7
Thirds Hockey
Season Record: 5-7
Opponent
Cathedral
South Kent
Trinity-Pawling
Berkshire
Eaglebrook
St. Peter’s Marion
Salisbury
CT Wolves
South Kent
Berkshire
Westminster
Taft
Salisbury
CT Lasers
Avon Panthers
Score
2
1
4
1
7
7
6
5
8
3
3
3
5
3
2
Thirds Hockey commenced the 2006-07 season on a high note by
winning their first four games, which included victories over conference rivals Trinity-Pawling, Berkshire, and South Kent. Unfortunately,
the team could not keep their unbeaten streak alive as they suffered
seven straight losses during the month of January. However, these
losses were all close, competitive contests. Five of the nine losses were
decided by a single goal. This demonstrated the team’s enduring effort
and “no quit” attitude, especially when falling behind. Fortunately,
Thirds Hockey concluded their season with two victories, including a
nice win at Taft School. Despite being a team game, strong individual
efforts from goalie Paul Foote and defenseman Alex Demopoulos
proved valuable in the team’s success. All members of Thirds Hockey
further developed their fundamental skills, in addition to learning the
valuable lessons of teamwork and sportsmanship.
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VARSITY BASKETBALL
#
Name
Position
Ht
Wt
Class
Hometown
20 Matt Beath
F
6’1” 180
Sr St. Louis, MO
10 Tom Bragg
F
6’3” 175
Sr Bath, ME
23 Tim Brechbuehler
F
6’7” 200 So Gillette, NJ
30 Joe D’Amelio
G
5’10” 185
Jr
Warren, NJ
22 Blaise Driscoll
F
6’1” 180
Jr
Avon, CT
34 Matt Doyle
F
6’2” 185
Jr
White Plains, NY
21 Jon Haspilaire
G
6’1” 175
Sr Atlantic Highlands, NJ
31 Eoin Lennon
G
6’1” 175
Sr Belfast, Northern Ireland
33 Chris Marx
F
6’3” 175
Jr
Ridgewood, NJ
11 Patrick Miller
G
5’11” 160
Sr Avon, CT
12 Dempsey Quinn
F
6’4” 185
Sr Pittsfield, MA
25 Ben Riley
F
6’3” 220
Jr
Hingham, MA
24 Leslie Spalding, Jr.
G
5’10” 165
Jr
San Jose, Costa Rica
32 Langley Young
G/F
6’2” 175
Jr
Saint Albans, NY
Captain: Dempsey Quinn
Coaches: Tim Roller, Graham Callaghan ’95
Managers: Chris Campbell ’08, Drake Deluga ’08, Pierce Ford ’09
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Varsity Basketball
The varsity basketball team entered the 2006-07 season
full of hope and excitement. The new field house at Avon
had just opened in October and the basketball team was
going to play its first season on Cole Court. The new facility
is one of the finest prep school facilities in New England.
Combine with that a core of five returning varsity players
and ten promising newcomers and it is easy to understand
the excitement that surrounded the team heading into the
season. Unfortunately the team did not meet its overall goals
and finished the year with a disappointing 10-12 record.
With ten new players on the team we knew that we were
going to have to contend with some chemistry and cohesion
issues early in the season. That process was only lengthened
by the fact that throughout the season we had several players
either injured or sick, causing them to miss several practices
and games. As a result, the team did not gel as a complete
unit until late in the year, which caused inconsistency. At
times, we had flashes of brilliance, but we also cost ourselves
some potential victories with our erratic play.
Our lack of consistency is clearly visible in the fact that
our longest winning streak of the season was three games
which came very late in the year. We also never lost more
than three games in a row, and only did that once. There
were, however, several exciting basketball games this year.
Participating in the Hill School Tournament, the Winged
Beavers were able to come from behind to beat St. Anne’s
Belfield in dramatic fashion. We also had two very tight
games with Trinity-Pawling, losing one in overtime and
another with Trinity-Pawling scoring the go ahead basket
with less than two seconds remaining. Sandwiched between
the T-P games was a match against Williston Northampton,
in which we put together a tremendous second half run and
then hung on to win by two points. We then went to Kent
and played well enough to come away with a win, only to see
them come to Avon a week later and take the lead with only
thirty-five seconds remaining in the game. Our buzzer-beater
bounced off the rim, producing another tough loss. Then
late in the season we had an excellent run of three games in
three days, winning all of them and playing well as a team.
That winning streak brought us back to a .500 record, but
unfortunately we finished the season with two losses.
We say goodbye to seven players from this year’s team.
Captain Dempsey Quinn missed twelve games due to injury,
but returned and finished the season in strong fashion and
was our third leading rebounder. Tom Bragg contributed a
solid all-around game to the team and was the team leader in
three-point shooting percentage, second leading rebounder,
and third leading scorer. We will also miss the steady play
of Jon Hasplilaire and Eoin Lennon, as well as the energy
and contributions of Jim Eichas and two-year team members
Patrick Miller and Matt Beath. We want to thank all of these
young men for their hard work and contributions to the
Avon basketball program. We wish them the best of luck in
all their future endeavors.
Looking ahead to next season we do return eight players.
Junior Joe D’Amelio (1st Team All Tri-State League) was this
year’s leading scorer and our leader in steals, and sophomore
Tim Brechbuehler (2nd Team All Tri-State League) was the
team’s leading rebounder and shot blocker and finished
second in scoring. Langley Young will serve as next year’s
captain. Most Improved Award Co-Winners Blaise Driscoll
and Ben Riley both return, and rounding out our returning
squad are Leslie Spalding, Matt Doyle, and Chris Marx. We
are very excited about our chance to have a more successful
season next year with this group of returning players.
Truman Johnson Award — Dempsey Quinn
Most Improved Players — Blaise Driscoll and Ben Riley
Varsity Basketball
Season Record: 11-11
Avon
Opponent
Score
58
Salisbury
70
53
Suffield
58
50
Kingswood-Oxford
43
52
Loomis Chaffee
79
58
Calvert Hall (Hill Tourney)
72
70
Phillips Exeter (Hill Tourney)
48
64 St. Anne’s, Belfield, VA (Hill Tourney) 62
40
Hotchkiss
44
80
Berkshire
60
52
Canterbury
44
66
Trinity-Pawling
74 (OT)
71
Williston
69
70
Trinity-Pawling
71
57
Westminster
52
77
Kent
64
59
Kent
60
57
Taft
71
98
Hotchkiss
62
75
Choate
67
70
Berkshire
51
56
Taft
65
54
Canterbury
67
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JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL
#
Name
31
12
32
34
24
11
14
33
10
20
15
23
25
35
Allen, Normand
Beath, Ben
Beir, Alex
Keller, Chane
Levesque, Marcel
Lipkvich, Kyle
Mehra, Kinley
Miller, Greg
Miller, Pat
Primus, Lester
Russell, Tim
Solomon, Matt
Wilkins, Jerome
Wilson, Pat
Position
Class
F
G
G/F
F
G
F
G/F
F
G
G
C
G
G
C
So
So
So
Jr
Fr
Jr
Jr
Jr
So
So
Sr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Junior Varsity Basketball
Hometown
North Granby, CT
St. Louis, MO
Avon, CT
Effingham, IL
Unionville, CT
Madison, CT
New York, NY
Bristol, CT
Avon, CT
Windsor, CT
Kensington, CT
Avon, CT
Baltimore, MD
Kensington, CT
Captains: Greg Miller, Lester Primus, Tim Russell
Coaches: Brian Cugell, Nick Wilbur ’02
Manager: Alex Rey-Brooks ’08
Avon
46
48
31
44
46
54
52
43
38
47
48
60
52
50
47
43
50
54
38
Junior Varsity Basketball
Season Record: 10-8
Opponent
Score
Salisbury
33
Suffield
14
Kingswood-Oxford
45
Loomis Chaffee
36
Hotchkiss
48
Berkshire
33
Canterbury
53
Trinity-Pawling
53
Salisbury
47
Trinity-Pawling
44
Westminster
37
Kent
49
Kent
43
Taft
57
Choate
51
Berkshire
31
Taft
61
Canterbury
43
The JV basketball team finished with a record of 10-8, a
slight improvement over the past two seasons. With a team
of character players, the entire squad was able to contribute
in some way or another and helped to build good chemistry.
These athletes were a good group of guys and it was a pleasure to coach them.
We had numerous highlights during the season. Avon had
season sweeps of Berkshire and Kent, hard-fought splits with
Trinity-Pawling and Salisbury, and a big victory over Canterbury to finish the season. Down by one against Hotchkiss
with less than three seconds remaining, Greg Miller threw a
full-court pass to brother Pat on a set inbounds play. Pat beat
the last defender from the corner but was fouled on his lay-up
attempt. Alas, Pat missed the free throws, but rebounded well
with 11 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists in a victory over
Canterbury. Another team highlight was early in the year
against Suffield Academy. Our defense clamped down and
gave up only 14 points for the entire game, only 6 points in
the second half.
Offensively, our two big guns were two of our captains for
the 06-07 season: Lester Primus and Tim Russell had many
effective games, putting up big points. Lester Primus, running
the point, never finished with fewer than 10 points. His
average for the season was a robust 16.5 points per game, in
addition to passing some of the finest assists during the year.
There were also games where no matter the shot selection,
Tim Russell’s shots were tickling the twine. Against a strong
Hotchkiss team, Captain Russell went on a rampage, scoring
22 points from all angles, including his calm stroke at the free
throw line.
Our third co-captain, Greg Miller, was a maniac underneath the boards, vacuuming up any loose balls in sight.
Particularly strong performances were his 10, 10, and 4
against Choate and his 6 points and 13 rebounds against
Canterbury. Also strong on the boards throughout the season
was Pat Wilson, who showed a deft touch around the basket
as well as being a huge defender in the paint, altering many
an opponent’s shot.
In addition to the play and leadership of this year’s
captains, other players should be recognized for strong efforts
– Norm Allen for his smooth baseline jumper, Kinley Mehra
for fitting some strong passes into tight spaces in the paint,
Jerome Wilkins and Kyle Lipkvich for their all-out hustle on
the defensive end of the court and to Ben Beath, who by the
end of the season became a more intelligent point guard,
eliminating mistakes and turnovers from his game and driving aggressively to the basket.
Thanks are in order for Coach Wilbur, who ably
broke down our offensive and defensive sets, showing the
players what they needed to do, and who always set a high
standard at practice. His help this season allowed for the
team to build more fundamentally sound players. It was a
good season, and hopefully will allow a few of our players
to help Coach Roller at the varsity level next year. With a
strong returning group next winter and hopefully some help
from the 3rds program, the JV basketball team will be able to
continue to improve as players as well as in the win column.
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THIRDS BASKETBALL
Thirds Basketball
# Name
12 Colin Bradley
G/F
So
West Hartford, CT
43 Tyler Donahue
F
So
Watertown, CT
5 John Driscoll
G/F
So
Millington, NJ
15 Brendan Flanagan
G
So
West Hartford, CT
11 Mike Govoni
G/F
So
Brewster, MA
21 Jake Kapneck
G/F
Fr
Livingston, NJ
20 James Lee
G
So
Seoul, S.Korea
51 Adrian L’Hostis
C
Jr
Farmington, CT
45 Xin Liu
G
So
Guangdong, China
44 Connor O’Keefe
C
So
Wellesley, MA
13 Seung Hwan Shim
C
So
Seoul, Korea
14 Anthony Springer
G/F
Fr
Hartford, CT
10 Trent Soares
G
So
Old Lyme, CT
33 Perry Wasserbauer
F
So
Canton, CT
50 Mike Weeks
G
So
Maplewood, NJ
Captains: Trent Soares, Mike Weeks
Coaches: Alan Leathers ’78, Ted Garber
Manager: Torrey Proctor ’10
Avon
41
52
25
43
53
41
60
55
48
41
48
44
49
57
61
54
37
49
40
Thirds Basketball
Season Record: 15-3
Opponent
Salisbury Taft
Canterbury
Deerfield
Renbrook
Salisbury Kingswood-Oxford
Berkshire
Suffield
Canterbury
Westminster
Rectory
Choate
Renbrook
Kingswood-Oxford
Kent
Taft
Choate
Score
27
35
28
45
42
37
39
24
34
20
36
66
24
47
39
41
35
45
The thirds basketball team had an outstanding season
finishing with a 15-3 record. The team was comprised of
some talented athletes and it was evident from the onset
that the team needed to take advantage of their quickness
and speed. The team also had a wealth of depth to fall
back on which was helpful to keep pressure on opposing
teams. The Winged Beavers started the season at 2-2,
having lost to Canterbury and Deerfield by a total of five
points. The chemistry of the team was still a work in progress; after the first four games, however, the team started
coming together and proceeded to win 13 of their last 14
games to end the season. This run included an impressive
41-20 victory over Canterbury to avenge the earlier loss.
The team was led in scoring by Trent Soares, who ran
the offense from the point guard position. He was not shy
when it came to the offensive end of the floor, throwing
up shots from all over the court. He was also productive
in running the offense and getting the ball to the open
players. Mike Govoni was a nice addition to the team with
his height and offensive skills. James Lee was also an important part of the offense and was probably the hardest
working player on the floor in practice and during games.
He was nominated as the Most Improved Player for these
reasons. Anthony Springer was also an important part of
the team’s success. He might not have been the most naturally talented player on the team, but he worked hard and
got the most out of his talent. That is why he was chosen
as the team’s Most Valuable Player. John Driscoll and
Colin Bradley were two of the most athletic players on the
team and made valuable contributions at both ends of the
floor. Connor O’Keefe was a huge presence underneath
the basket and was strong on the boards. He picked up
most of his points after getting offensive rebounds. His
wide body was a dominating presence in the paint.
The balance of the team included hard working players such as Seung Hwan Shim, Brendan Flanagan, Perry
Wasserbauer, Tyler Donahue, Andrew Campbell, and
Adrian L’Hostis. They played important roles in filling in
when necessary and providing much needed depth to an
already strong lineup.
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SKI Team
RIFLERY
The Avon riflery team had a very successful season,
despite missing a bid into the Connecticut Shoot Off by
only a few points to Suffield Academy. Our top scorer,
Chet Helstowski ’07, always pulled through with some
personal highs. Jesse Silverman ’08 and Scott Lee ’08
were elected to the Connecticut All State team, consisting of the top ten shooters in the state of Connecticut,
picked by a selection committee. Grey Spencer ’09 fired
a 193x200 in one of the matches, which was an all-time
high score for him. Kiho Suh ’08 rounded out our most
experienced shooters on the team. The future looks good
for the Winged Beavers; seven members of the class of
2010 joined the team this season: Nick Fikre, Taeik Kim,
Tae Wan Kwon, Will Rosichan, Alex Tynell, Aaron Zomojski, and Herbert (Jake) Hoss will all be back next year
with experience under their belts. The team was highly
motivated this year, especially since there were so many
young shooters on the team. The team is looking forward to at least two or three great seasons in the future.
Avon
880
906
1st
885
895
912
897
1st
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Riflery
Season Record: 6-2
Opponent
Wilbraham & Monson
Loomis Chaffee
NYMA
Suffield
Loomis Chaffee
St. Paul
Wilbraham & Monson
Suffield
Score
855
844
915
892
886
922
Name
Fikre, Nicholas
Helstowski, Chester
Hoss, Herbert
Jeong, Sung Jin
Kim, Taeik
Kwon, Tae Wan
Lee, Young Bok
Rosichan, William
Silverman, Jesse
Spencer, Grey
Suh, Ki Ho
Tynell, Alexander
Zamojski, Aaron
Year
So
Jr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Jr
So
So
So
Jr
Fr
Fr
Hometown
Greenwich, CT
Bridgehampton, NY
Bradenton, FL
Seoul, Korea
Seoul, Korea
Seoul, Korea
Seoul, Korea
Ridgewood, NJ
Avon, CT
Birmingham, NC
Seoul, Korea
North Falmouth, MA
Bristol, CT
Captains: Chester Helstowski, Yong Bok Lee
Coaches: Dave Lyman
Name
Carbone, Preston
Haeflich, Michael
Lim, Jae Woo
Moore, Brandon
Witkiewicz, Dan
Birch, Pat
Loveland, Dan
Brackett, Connor
Brackett, Riggs
Cunningham, Tanner
Hampton, Patrick
McKeon, Michael
Year
Sr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Jr
So
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
Fr
Fr
Hometown
Farmington, CT
West Hartford, CT
Seoul, South Korea
Torrington, CT
Bristol, CT
Farmington, CT
Bristol, CT
Avon, CT
Avon, CT
New Hartford, CT
Farmington, CT
Berwyn, PA
Reed, Declan
Fr
West Suffield, CT
Captains: Preston Carbone, Michael Haeflich
Coaches: Andy Riemer, Josh King
Manager: Michael McKeon ’10
The ski team enjoyed a fine season this winter, accumulating a league record of 23-8. The season got off to a bit of
a rocky start as Mother Nature did not cooperate. Despite
record-high temperatures for much of January, the team
pushed on and made the best of the difficult conditions.
With only 5 racers returning from last year’s team, our
youth and inexperience showed during the regular season.
However, as the team moved into the “Championship”
portion of the schedule, they showed a lot of improvement
and growth. At the BSL GS Championships, the team
finished third out of ten teams, with Mike Haeflich ’07
finishing 1st overall. The following week, the team placed
6th out of 12 teams at the NEPSAC Class A Championships. This was the first time Avon competed at this level
and the team acquitted themselves quite well against an
elite level of competition. Haeflich once again had a strong
day, finishing 8th in GS and 11th in slalom (missing 10th
by .02 seconds). Our final varsity race of the year was the
BSL Slalom Championships. Going into the race the
team trailed Berkshire by 50 points and Salisbury by 4.
Through some fine ski racing, we made up these deficits in
spades, defeating both of those teams by a healthy margin. Individually, Tanner Cunningham ’10 placed fourth,
Preston Carbone ’07 finished eighth, while Jae Woo Lim
’08 turned in the best performance of his career, finishing
13th. Unfortunately, our efforts were not enough to defeat
a talented and deep team from Suffield. Nevertheless, the
2nd place finish in the Berkshire Ski League was one of
the best in school history.
The team will say goodbye to two varsity racers this
Place
3rd
3rd
2nd
3rd
6th
4th
2nd
Ski Team
Season Record: 23-8
Opponents
Salisbury, Suffield, T-P, MPS
Salisbury, Loomis, T-P, MPS
Loomis, K-O, Taft, Salisbury
GS Championships
NEPSAC Class A Championships
Berkshire League Championships
BSL SL Championships
year. Senior co-captains Mike Haeflich and Preston
Carbone each skied for the varsity team for four seasons.
Haeflich had an outstanding career that included individual wins in several races and recognition as an All-New
England ski racer each year he was on the team. Carbone
played a very important role in the team’s success through
the years, consistently finishing races with strong times.
During their time in the program, the team amassed a
record of 86-23, putting them among the best classes in the
history of the Avon Old Farms ski team. Their leadership
and presence will be greatly missed.
The team returns a series of strong varsity racers next
year. This group will be led by juniors Jae Woo Lim,
Brandon Moore, and Dan Witkiewicz. Each of these boys
has been on the team the past three seasons and has garnered some varsity experience. Sophomore Patrick Birch
and freshmen Riggs Brackett, Declan Reed, and Tanner
Cunningham had impressive seasons and much will be
expected of them next year. Each boy competed in several
varsity races this year. In addition, JV Racers Dan Loveland
’09, Patrick Hampton ’10, and Connor Brackett
’10 will look to compete for varsity spots next
winter. In short, the team has had a fine season
and the prospects for the future of the program
are bright.
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VARSITY SQUASH
The 2006-07 season welcomed many new faces to the
varsity squash program at Avon. The five players to join the
team were Robert Patterson ’08, Tyler Schultz ’07, Zachary
Green ’07, Parker Bova ’10, and John Connolly ’08. Returnees Craig Kubasek ’07, Spencer Bova ’08, and captain
Grant Palermo ’07 took on the task of introducing the new
players to the complexity of the game. This was clearly going to be a “rebuilding” season and the team’s goals were to
work daily to improve its skills and to learn the fundamentals of squash. Although the team finished the season with
a record of 4-12 and finished 11th in the New England
Class “B” Tournament, this does not reflect the effort each
player put into the season and the improvements that they
have accomplished.
This year’s Most Improved Player award goes to Tyler
Schultz ’07. Tyler’s “never say die” attitude on the courts
allowed him to get to shots most players would not even
consider. His relentless plays also paid off during the New
England Tournament were he defeated some of the opponents he had lost to during the season. Craig Kubasic ’07
was the recipient of this year’s Most Valuable Player Award.
Craig has been a two-year member of the varsity squash
team. This season he faced the best players in New England
and always had respectable finishes. Thank you to Craig
and all the seniors for all their hard work; the class of 2007
will be missed next year on the courts.
Varsity Squash
Season Record: 4-12
Avon
Opponent
Score
0
St. George’s
7
0
Taft
7
4
Millbrook
3
0
Salisbury
7
0
Loomis Chaffee
7
2
Pomfret
5
3
Williston
4
0
Suffield
7
0
Trinity-Pawling
7
6
Berkshire
1
5
Kent
2
2
Deerfield
5
0
Westminster
7
5
Kingswood-Oxford
2
0
Choate
7
0
Hotchkiss
7
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# Name
Year
JUNIOR VARSITY SQUASH
Hometown
1 Grant Palermo
Sr
Greenwich, CT
2 Craig Kubasek
Sr
West Simsbury, CT
3 Spencer Bova
Jr
Avon, CT
4 Tyler Schultz
Sr
West Simsbury, CT
5 Robert Patterson
Jr
Charlottesville, VA
6 Zachary Green
Sr
Bloomfield, CT
7 Evan Quick
Jr
Harwinton,CT
8 Parker Bova
Fr
Avon, CT
Captain: Grant Palermo ’07
Coach: Peter Deckers ’90
Name
Year
Barnes, Guillermo
So
Brown, Chris
Jr
Choe, Woo Soo
Fr
Ciejek, Jared
Jr
Davis, Emil
So
Diaz, Domingo
So
Giamalis, Greg
Fr
Kock, Marshall
Jr
O’Brien, Casey
Fr
Rodriguez Mas, Ignacio So
Rubinfeld, John
Fr
Ryan, Connor
So
Smith, Van Noy
Fr
St. John, Ford
So
Thompson, Preston
Jr
Wachter, Brahm
Jr
Zieky, Connor
Fr
Coach: B. Patrick Murray
Hometown
Mexico City, Mexico
St. George’s, Bermuda
Seoul, Korea
Longmeadow, MA
Granby, CT
Panama, Panama
Farmington, CT
Rowayton, CT
Avon, CT
Malaga, Spain
Avon, CT
Beverly Farms, MA
Charleston, NC
Canton, CT
Portsmouth, NH
New York, NY
Avon, CT
Avon
0
0
0
0
3
1
6
5
7
0
4
1
0
3
0
0
Junior Varsity Squash
Season Record: 4-12
Opponent
Score
St. George’s
7
Taft
7
Choate
7
Loomis Chaffee
7
Pomfret
4
Taft
6
Williston
1
Suffield
2
Trinity-Pawling
0
Hotchkiss
7
Kent
3
Deerfield
6
Westminster
7
Kent
4
Hotchkiss
7
Salisbury
7
The AOF JV squash team had a tremendous year. In the
previous season the team had all away games and practices,
creating a long and difficult season. This year we opened up
our new gorgeous squash pavilion. Now that we have the
nicest courts in the league, the team this year more than doubled in size from the previous season with interest growing
among the students, and the players fought hard and played
well to defend our new home turf. They boasted more wins
this season than the cumulative wins in the past two seasons
and some individual players won more than their fair share of
individual matches, including Ford St. John and team MVP
Jared Cijek.
All players made significant contributions to the season
and significant progress towards becoming better players. I
am immensely pleased with the season and each member of
the team. Congratulations on a wonderful season full of fun
and lessons for all.
Winter Sports
Winter Sports
SWIMMING
Varsity Swimming
Name
Year
Hometown
Season Record: 2-10
Barker, Zachary
Sr
Westfield, MA
Avon
Opponent
Score
Brogan, Nicholas
Fr
Ocean Ridge, FL
61
Kingswood-Oxford
105
Canning, Christopher
Sr
Unionville, CT
70
Hopkins
95
Cha, Dong Young
So
Seoul, Korea
61
Kingswood-Oxford
105
DiFiglia, Mike
Jr
Little Silver, NJ
47
Choate
120
Goetjen, Austin
Fr
Simsbury, CT
85
Iona Prep 76
Gutierrez, Tom
So
Colchester, VT
46
Loomis Chaffee
135
Hannan, Tully
So
West Hartford, CT
Kassel, Adam
Jr
Avon, CT
49
Suffield
118
Levy, Alex
Fr
Farmington, CT
51
Canterbury
42
Liu, Xin
So
Canton, China
66
Kent
85
62
Westminster
118
Longo, Pete
Sr
Farmington, CT
59
Hotchkiss
121
Mangan, Mike
Jr
Farmington, CT
Western New Englands 4th
Miller, Jeff
Jr
Miami, FL
NE Championships 14th
Piercey, Evan
Jr
Westchester, NY
Stallmeyer, Comie
Fr
Canton, CT
Captains: Zachary Barker, Chris Canning
The swimming began early Saturday morning with only
Coaches: Emily Moir, Thomas Drescher
a brief hiatus from the deafening crowd and strong energy
of the pool between prelims and finals. In prelims, freshManager: A.J. Hermandorfer ’07 The Avon Old Farms varsity swimming team dedicated
themselves to a grueling travel routine, ten hours in the
pool, and tough practices this year. Faced with a relatively
small and inexperienced team to guide, captains Zack
Barker and Chris Canning led the team by example. By
maintaining encouraging attitudes, determined spirits,
and high goals for themselves, Zack and Chris inspired
other members of the team to achieve their best. It was
with their leadership that the team’s positive character and
sense of achievement developed.
Although the season ended in a losing record of 2-10,
there was a high sense of achievement for all members of
the team through out the year. In the first meets versus
Hopkins and a large Kingswood-Oxford team, Avon proved
to be a team worth reckoning but were alas over-powered
and outnumbered.
Avon was then swept away by the dominating force of
Choate, however rallied together to defeat Iona Prep in
the first win of the season. Feeling positive from their win
against a tough team, Avon put together their best efforts
for dual meets against Loomis Chaffe, Northfield Mount
Hermon, and Suffield Academy, but did not have the
depth to be victorious. Then, in a thrilling meet at Canterbury School, Avon secured the win in the final relay.
At the Western New England Championship meet,
Pete Longo, Zack Barker, Adam Kassel, Nick Brogan, and
Mike Mangan showed some amazing swims, and Chris
Canning placed 2nd and 3rd in the 50 and 100-yard
freestyle events. The team pulled away from competitors to
earn a 4th place finish, and seemed relaxed and excited as
they looked forward to New England Championships at
Deerfield the next weekend.
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men Comie Stallmeyer and Alex Levy showed that they
liked stiff competition; each posted at least one season-best
time. Adam Kassel dropped time again in his 500, 200,
and 100 yard swims, while Tully Hannan stepped up to
the plate in his 500 and earned a season best time in his
100-yard breast stroke. Mike Mangan and Zack Barker were
both powerful in the 200-yard individual medleys and 100yard backstrokes, each also earning season best times in at
least one personal event. Chris Canning iced his senior
year with his highest placements ever at New England
Championships: 3rd place in the 50-yard freestyle and 7th
place in the 100-yard freestyle. The 400-yard relay team
comprised of Zack Barker, Evan Piercey, Adam Kassel, and
Chris Canning topped off the night with a season best
time and 14th place finish.
The team next year will welcome the return of the
majority of the players and should prove to be much more
experienced. Next year’s senior leaders Evan Piercey and
Adam Kassel will each return to the sport with more
experience, talent, and determination. The team also bids
farewell to two of the most talented members of the team:
captains Zack Barker and Chris Canning. Each devoted
four years to the sport, and both have had tremendous successes. With humble hearts and a deep passion invested in
the team, they led the team this year and it is with a heavy
heart that the team bids them farewell. You will both be
deeply missed next year.
I would lastly like to acknowledge the dedication from
Coach Tom Drescher. He was the driver to almost every
meet and practice, and he wrote many superb write-ups
following competitions. He was a great first-year coach!
May the team next year have such humor, energy, spirit,
and heart!
WRESTLING
Name
Bambrick, Tyler
Bergeron, Dominic
Biggart, Erik
Bourgault, Jake
Cassidy, Phil
Cheyne, Cory
Chodar, Ben
Chow, Gus
Coco, Andrew
Coz, Matt
deSolliers-Doyle, Andre
Dillon, Andrew
Donahue, Zach
Douville, Sean
Farrow, Isiah
Frank, Carter
Gittleman, Aaron
Hartmann, Chris
Hershy, Evan
Hofer, Ross
Hubbard, Roy
Kang, Johnny
Kim, Tyler
Kipnis, Max
Konferowicz, Rob
Lapin, Ian
LaRocque, Ben
Lee, Leo
Longo, Tim
Murray, Matt
Nakamura, Kaz
Nissley, Jonas
Papadopoulos, Demitris
Regalado, Ricky
Sartori, Jerry
Sieber, Will
Solomon, Mike
Sosa, Carlos
Stanton, Chris
Sur, Mike
Tiernan, Sears
Webb, Chandler
Wilson, Spencer
Winer, Chris
Woodwell, Richard
Wt
171
187
140
119
130
160
140
152
112
119
119
215
189
160
275
140
145
189
140
275
189
160
125
145
125
160
130
150
135
125
135
215
119
103
160
215
103
160
140
152
275
125
150
125
151
Class
Sr
Jr
Jr
So
Sr
So
Jr
Sr
Jr
Fr
Fr
Jr
Sr
Sr
Fr
Sr
Sr
Sr
Fr
So
Sr
So
So
So
So
So
Fr
So
Jr
Jr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
Jr
Sr
Fr
Sr
Jr
Fr
Jr
So
Sr
Fr
Jr
Hometown
Houston, TX
Longueuil, PQ, Canada
Cheshire, CT
Avon, CT
Woodbury, CT
Simsbury, CT
Mill Valley, CA
Boston, MA
North Clarendon, VT
Suffield, CT
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Torrington, CT
Watertown, CT
Ridgefield, CT
Bridgewater, CT
New Canaan, CT
Katonah, NY
Cohasset, MA
Tiburon, CA
Farmington, CT
Niantic, CT
Seoul, Korea
Surrey, BC, Canada
South Salem, NY
Southington, CT
Portland, CT
Avon, CT
Seoul, Korea
Plainville, CT
Wyckoff, NJ
Williamsburg, VA
Bainbridge, PA
Avon, CT
Hamilton, NJ
East Granby, CT
Bethesda, MD
Avon, CT
Panama, Panama
Belmont, MA
North Haven, CT
Delray Beach, FL
Quincy, MA
Kensington, CT
Farmington, CT
Ho Ho Kus, NJ
Captains: Phil Cassidy, Aaron Gittleman, Roy Hubbard
Coaches: John Bougault ’80, Jon Bolton
Managers: Danny Arguedas ’07, Benny Williams ’10
Winter Sports
VArsity Wrestling
This season was filled with enthusiasm, commitment,
and hard work. This year’s wrestling room stabilized with 40
dedicated wrestlers, after starting the season with 52 athletes.
Injuries and a change of heart reduced the numbers, but
not the drive and intensity of those remaining. Our varsity
season was a success mainly because we had all weight classes
filled with depth, and although we are graduating several
starters this year, we will once again have a very strong squad
returning next year.
First-year wrestler Ricky Regalado proved himself to be
a tough competitor all season at 103 lbs. His teammates
nicknamed him “Spiderman” because of his excellent use of
his legs. We are looking forward to his return. Andrew Coco
was a dynamo at 112 lbs. In his second year, he really began
to understand the sport and became a strong and instinctive
wrestler. All eyes are on him next year. Jake Bourgault, at
119 lbs., likewise “turned the corner” in his second year on
the team. On two back-to-back occasions, Jake’s success in
his individual matches secured victories for the Avon squad
(against Salisbury and Choate). If he continues on his current
trajectory, he will certainly be a force to be reckoned with
in this league. Matt Murray remained dominant at 125 lbs.
His skill and tenacity certainly motivate his teammates and
strike fear (or at least trepidation) in his opponents. Matt
was overwhelmingly elected by his teammates to lead the
team as captain in the 2007-08 season. Co-captain “Silent”
Phil Cassidy had a great year as well and finished his high
school wrestling career on a very strong note. Like Murray,
Phil dominated his field at 130 lbs. His quiet, yet effective
leadership will be missed next year. Kaz Nakamura, also in his
second year, was a solid wrestler at 135 lbs. and will be one
of the cornerstones of next year’s squad. His head and arm
throw has already become legendary throughout the league.
Chris Stanton was a powerhouse this year at 140 lbs. and we
are pleased to see him as a returner next year.
We began the year with co-captain Aaron Gittleman
manning 145 lbs., but early in the season, Aaron was
sidelined with a season-ending operation in his abdomen.
The day after his surgery, Aaron drove himself to one of
our early quad meets and provided encouragement and
leadership from the coaches’ corner. Aaron also made it to all
the morning weigh-ins, even though he was not competing.
A true sign of dedication to the team! Courageously, Ben
Chodar stepped up from the JV squad to fill the vacancy
left by Aaron’s sudden and unexpected departure and
had a winning season while gaining much valuable varsity
experience.
Sean Douville began the season at 152 lbs., but he
too suffered a season-ending injury. He was replaced by
sophomore “Mad” Max Kipnis, who faced some of the
toughest competitors the league had to throw at him, and
finished in fine style. Carlos “Mang” Sosa competed well at
160 lbs. and completed his high school wrestling career in
fine style after only competing for two years. His strength
and tenacity will be missed next year, yet long remembered.
Senior Tyler Bambrick performed well at 171 lbs., especially
when considering he was a first year wrestler. Always tough,
always giving 100%, he was a pleasure to have on the team
and set a great example for his teammates. We all wish him
the best in his years at West Point and beyond. Co-captain
Roy Hubbard was one of the mainstays of the varsity lineup
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at 189 lbs. Spending three of his last four years on the
squad, Roy has become an accomplished wrestler and an
outstanding leader. His legacy has been firmly established
within this wrestling program. Chris Hartmann had a great
season and was a consistent contributor to the team’s success
at 215 lbs. His energy, enthusiasm and leadership will be
missed. Sears Tiernan rounded out the varsity line-up, and
well represented Avon at 285 lbs. He had over 20 wins this
season, finished in 2nd place at our league tournament,
wrestled well at the national Tournament, and took home
some hardware at the New Englands. He has also been
unanimously elected to lead the team next year as captain
along side Matt Murray. With too many fine men to
mention, the JV program is progressing nicely and we will be
drawing heavily from this year’s lineup to fill several vacancies
in next year’s varsity squad. Matt Coz, Timmy Longo, Mike
Sur, and Isaiah Farrow are showing particular promise, and
we are looking forward to their return.
Special thanks are offered to Coach John Benoit who
once again provided his many years of extensive expertise
to this program. The entire team is also grateful to all the
parents, friends, and students who supported this growing
program over the course of our season.
Varsity Wrestling
Season Record: 9-6
Avon
Opponent
Score
Canterbury Invitational
6th
42
Hotchkiss
38
Loomis Chaffee Tournament
5th
30
Taft
42
Gunnery, Hamden Hall
1st
Hopkins, Loomis, Trinity-Pawling 3rd
42
Salisbury
35
NMH Invitational 3rd
Pomfret
2nd
Hotchkiss
1st
45
Williston
30
54
Canterbury
27
Western New Englands
6th
SPRING Sports
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Spring Sports
Spring Sports
VARSITY BASEBALL
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Name
Position
Ward, Ryan
OF
Caffrey, Shane
P/OF
Zabel, Adam
2B
Springer, George
OF
Clark, Tim
SS
Giamalis, Matt
OF
Driscoll, Blaise
P
Hebb, Sam
C
Miller, Patrick
3B
Rubin, Mike
OF/P
Miller, Patrick
2B
Quinn, Dempsey
SS
Severni, Paul
3B
Kelleher, Scott
1B
Beir, Alex
P
Corrigan, Dan
P/1B
Miller, Greg
3B/OF
Deluga, Drake
1B
Brockmeyer, Cael
C
Bambrick, Tyler
C
Mapes, Tom
C/OF
Brechbuehler, Tim
P
Wolfe, Nick
P
Class
Sr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Sr
So
Sr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Jr
Jr
So
Sr
Sr
So
Sr
Hometown
Winchester, CT
Scituate, MA
Avon, CT
New Britain, CT
Farmington, CT
Avon, CT
Amherst, MA
Avon, CT
Avon, CT
Bristol, CT
Pittsfield, MA
Avon, CT
Farmington, CT
Avon, CT
Portsmouth, RI
Bristol, CT
Dennis, MA
Kearsarge, NH
Houston, TX
North Haledon, NJ
Gillette, NJ
Newtonville, MA
VArsity Baseball, continued
spots and played effective defense, while producing solid
results at the plate. Matt Giamalis, Shane Caffery, and
Tom Mapes saw time in the outfield as well. Mapes was the
team’s starting designated hitter, and was an outstanding
offensive force, providing substantial production in the
middle of the order.
The catching duties were shared by the trio of Tyler
Bambrick, Sam Hebb, and sophomore Cael Brockmeyer.
Bambrick and Hebb saw the majority of the action and
were effective offensive players. In addition, this group
provided strong leadership and direction for the Avon
defense.
In the final analysis, the 2007 team was a fun group
that possessed talent and enthusiasm for the game. The
players worked hard, played together, and remained positive and supportive throughout the season. The program
sincerely thanks the seniors for their steadfast effort and
commitment to the game. The program looks forward to
charging after the league title in 2008 with a strong group
of returning players and upcoming talent.
Most Valuable Player: Dan Corrigan
Most Valuable Pitcher: George Springer
Most Improved Player: Patrick Miller
Juan Comella Award (for inspired play and dedication to
baseball): Dempsey Quinn
Varsity Baseball
Season Record: 14-4 (as of 5/22/2007)
Avon
Opponent
Score
12
Choate
11
14
St. Luke’s
0
3
Loomis Chaffee (DH)
4
7
Loomis Chaffee (DH)
6
4
Trinity-Pawling
1
15
Northfield Mount Hermon
1
3
Loomis Chaffee
1
8
Hotchkiss
3
2
Kent
4
7
Taft
0
5
Kingswood-Oxford
7
4
Trinity-Pawling
1
9
Taft
4
7
Hotchkiss
0
4
Choate
7
3
Deerfield
2
3
Westminster (DH)
0
13
Westminster (DH)
4
Gunnery
Kent
Captains: Patrick Miller, Dempsey Quinn
Coaches: Rob Dowling ’91, Brian Doyle, Michael Schleer
The 2007 varsity baseball team was a competitive and
talented group that enjoyed a successful season. With two
games remaining, the team’s record stands at 14-4.
The team was led by an outstanding pitching staff. Dan
Corrigan took on many of the team’s toughest opponents
and pitched well each time he took the mound. He earned
impressive wins against Loomis, Trinity-Pawling, Hotchkiss, and Taft. Corrigan was followed in the rotation by
Nick Wolfe, who was outstanding all season long, especially in the early going when he won his first four decisions
for the Winged Beavers. Corrigan and Wolfe were backed
up by a deep staff that included Alex Beir, Tim Brechbuehler, Blaise Driscoll, Shane Caffrey, and Mike Rubin. Beir
earned a win against Loomis, Brechbuehler against Choate, Driscoll against Trinity-Pawling, and Caffrey against
Deerfield. Pitching talent and depth was a strong point of
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the year’s team and was pivotal in their success.
Avon’s infield was led by captains Dempsey Quinn
and Patrick Miller. Both provided outstanding leadership, defensive talent, and offensive punch. The captains
were supported by veterans Adam Zabel and Tim Clark.
Newcomers Drake Deluga (team leader in home runs),
Pat Miller, Paul Severni, and Scott Kelleher rounded out a
very gifted and deep infield group. This unit was talented,
versatile, and enthusiastic.
The outfield was unquestionably led by the team’s
Most Valuable Player, George Springer. Springer was an
excellent defender, covering a lot of ground in centerfield,
and possessing an excellent throwing arm. He also led the
team in many offensive categories, including hits, batting
average, and runs scored. Ryan Ward, Mike Rubin, and
Greg Miller shared the majority of the time at the “corner”
Spring Sports
Spring Sports
VARSITY ‘B’ BASEBALL
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Name
Position Class
Chet Helstowski 2B, SS, P Jr
Sam Hoffman
SS, P
Sr
Tim Longo
2B
Jr
Chris Berg
INF, P
Sr
John Connelly
OF
Sr
Andrew Somen
OF, P
Sr
Juan Parra
OF
Sr
Paul Foote
3B, 2B Sr
Blake Forkey
OF
Jr
Chris Wieland
OF
Jr
Jim Frageau
INF, C
Jr
Eric Schreiber
OF, P
Sr
Zach Green
OF, 1B, P Sr
Evan Piercey
1B, C
Jr
Joe Wrotniak
C, INF Sr
Reid Ebersole
P
Jr
Hometown
Bridgehampton, NY
Medfield, MA
Plainville, CT
Avon, CT
Bloomfield, CT
Simsbury, CT
Union City, NJ
Hartford, CT
Boca Raton, FL
Wolcott, CT
Sudbury, MA
Bloomfield, CT
South Salem, NY
Farmington, CT
Glen Ellyn, IL
Avon
3
8
1
5
8
5
Varsity ‘B’ Baseball
Season Record: 1-5
Opponent
Score
Farmington HS
4
Loomis Chaffee
6
Forman School
7
Farmington HS
6
Avon High School
15
Avon High School 7
Bristol Eastern
Coach: Andy Riemer
In its inaugural season, the Varsity B Baseball is off to
decent start. While the team’s record may not show this (15 as of this writing, with two to play), the boys have played
hard and have lost some tough games.
Our season opened on a frigid afternoon versus the
Farmington HS JV. Sam Hoffman was on the hill and
pitched 5 innings of 2-run ball. Despite a driving snow
storm hampering each team’s ability to see the ball, this
was a tightly played affair with strong defense and pitching
on both sides. Evan Piercey was the offensive hero of the
day with a 2-3 performance and 2 RBIs.
After a three-week weather-imposed hiatus, the team
journeyed to Windsor to take on the Loomis Chaffee
Pelicans. Avon jumped out to a 4-0 lead on the strength
of a Joe Wrotniak 2 RBI double and Evan Piercey’s 2-run
homer. Piercey and Wrotniak would strike again in the
third. Wrotniak hit an RBI double while Piercey stroked
his second home run of the game, a monster shot to
center. Piercey would add one more RBI in the 5th bringing his total for the day to 5. On the hill, Andrew Somen
pitched 5 strong innings for the win and Sam Hoffman
pitched the final two (4 K’s) for the save.
After losing to the Forman varsity 7-1, the team
returned home for a rematch with the Farmington HS JV.
Once again this was a tight game. While the weather con-
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ditions were significantly better and the offensive production was improved, we fell once again in the last inning,
losing 6-5.
We then had two tough games against intra-city rival
Avon HS. Playing twice in three days we lost 15-8 and 7-5
to a very good offensive and defensive team. With two
games remaining, the spirit of the team remains strong as
we look conclude the first season of Varsity B Baseball at
Avon on a positive note.
JUNIOR VARSITY BASEBALL
Name
Soares, Trent
OF/P
So Old Lyme, CT
Mullane, Pat
2B
So Wallingford, CT
Primus, Lester
OF
So Windsor, CT
Scali, Mike
SS/OF So Chappaqua, NY
Mehra, Kinley
OF
Jr
New York, NY
Coz, Will
OF/P
So Suffield, CT
Agliato, Joe
C/2B
So Long Island, NY
Proctor, Torrey
P/3B
Fr
Scituate, MA
Allen, Norm
3B/P
So North Granby, CT
Salamone, John
C
Fr
Chappaqua, NY
Cusano, Anthony
P/OF/IF So Wethersfield, CT
Berry, Whit
1B
So Hamilton, MA
Govoni, Mike
SS/P/OF So Cape Cod, MA
Ventura, Andres
P
So Panama City, Panama
Garland, Graham
P
So Mequon, WI
Kiene, Tim
1B
Fr
South Windsor, CT
Coaches: Graham Callaghan ’95, Tom Drescher
The junior varsity baseball squad posted another 12-win
season, compiling a 12-2 record with one game left to play
at the time of this summary. The team racked up victories
behind a consistently strong offense (averaging near 10 runs
a game) and solid pitching (allowing near five runs a game).
Poor defense contributed to the two losses, but game in and
game out, Avon tossed around the leather in impressive
fashion.
Avon’s formidable offensive attack was relentless with a
line-up featuring 10 capable batsmen (we use an extra-hitter at
the junior varsity level). The team scored over 10 runs a game
in each of the first five games of the year against some tough
opponents like Worcester Academy, Taft, Loomis Chaffee,
and Salisbury. Typically, Trent Soares and Michael Scali set
the table and wreaked havoc on the base paths, stealing their
way into scoring position for sluggers Tim Kiene, Pat Mullane, John Salamone, and Kinley Mehra. John Salamone’s
two-homer, 4-for-5 effort at Taft could be considered one of
the more memorable single-game offensive performances
during the season. This year’s line-up, however, did not get
any easier for opposing pitchers to deal with after the first six
hitters. Lester Primus produced throughout the year from the
second half of the batting order, as did Whit Berry, Norm
Allen, Anthony Cusano, Torrey Proctor, and Joe Agliato.
Andres Ventura and Graham Garland swung hot bats in the
second half of the season, recording multi-hit games down
the stretch.
Junior Varsity Baseball
Season Record: 12-2
Avon
Opponent
10
Worcester 19
Suffield
13
Taft 11
Loomis Chaffee
19
Salisbury
5
Choate
9
Hotchkiss
7
Salisbury
7
Hopkins
9
Westminster
9
Choate
13
Hotchkiss
10
Brunswick
10
Hopkins
CT Vipers
Score
5
1
2
13
0
15
4
5
0
4
2
2
0
1
New to the team, Graham Garland anchored the pitching
staff, notching five wins on the season. Garland’s repertoire
consisted of a number of breaking pitches to compliment
an imposing fastball, and in a word, Garland was downright
dominant throughout the year. In his first outing against
Suffield Academy, he struck out the first seven batters he
faced. Trent Soares was the left-handed ace of the staff, always
competing and patrolling the middle of the diamond with as
much tenacity and range as he did center field when he was
not pitching. Torrey Proctor, a hard-throwing right-hander,
started a couple of games but was most effective out of the
bullpen, particularly early on in the season against Worcester
Academy when he inherited a bases-loaded situation late in
the game and battled out to help preserve a 10-5 victory. Lester Primus, Norm Allen, and Anthony Cusano also toed the
rubber during the season to help secure Avon wins.
Defensively, the 2007 squad had “web-gem” ability. The
shortstop-second baseman tandem of Michael Scali and Pat
Mullane spun numerous double plays during the season,
including three against Taft. Norm Allen displayed one of the
strongest arms in the league from third base, and Tim Kiene
and Whit Berry split time at first base, providing big targets
and sure hands for the infielders. Andres Ventura and Torrey
Proctor saw time on the hot corner, bolstering the defense
in the late innings. Behind the plate, John Salamone and
Joe Agliato captained the infielders. A team is fortunate to
have one talented catcher, never mind two like Salamone and
Spring Sports
Spring Sports
Junior VArsity Baseball, Continued
Agliato. In the outfield, Anthony Cusano, Lester Primus,
Mike Govoni, Will Coz, and Kinley Mehra shared time
in left and right field. Primus and Mehra also served ably
in center when Trent Soares was on the mound; however,
Soares deserves to be singled out for his defensive efforts.
Soares played an incredible center field all season, but his
best game came at Hotchkiss as he ran down a couple of
deep flies that looked as though they were sure extra-base
hits. Extra bases for Hotchkiss in that game could have
made a difference as Avon worked to hold on and ultimately preserve the 9-4 lead.
The 2007 junior varsity baseball team possessed a great
deal of talent, but perhaps their best attribute was their
passion for the game and their willingness to work as a
team to play the best baseball that they could.
THIRDS BASEBALL
Name
Chow, Gus
Coz, Matt
Endorf, Ryan
Flanagan, Brendan
Galper, Michael
Giamalis, Greg
Groezinger, Ian
Lapin, Ian
Hoss, Jake
Jeong, Sung Jin
Kapneck, Jake
Kimmerle, Sam
Kipnis, Max
Lin, Kevin
Lindblad, Geoff
McDonnell, Conor
Nissley, Jonas
O’Brien, Casey
Phucas, Alex
Randall, Ryan
Regalado, Ricky
Silverman, Jesse
Speace, Graham
Tepper, Craig
William, Benny
Zamojski, Aaron
William, Benny
Position
Manager
P, INF
P, INF
C
INF
2B
P, CF
OF
OF
OF
OF
INF
P, INF
OF, INF
INF, OF
INF
1B
P, INF
3B
P, INF
INF, OF
2B
OF
1B
OF
OF
OF
Year
Sr
Fr
Jr
So
Fr
Fr
So
So
Fr
So
Fr
So
So
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
So
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
Fr
Hometown
Boston, MA
Suffield, CT
Granby, CT
West Hartford, CT
Medford, NY
Avon, CT
Brielle, NJ
Portland, CT
Bradenton, FL
Seoul, Korea
Livingston, NJ
New Hartford, CT
South Salem, NY
Taiwan, ROC
Boca Raton, FL
Avon, CT
Bainbridge, PA
Avon, CT
Norristown, PA
Farmington, CT
Hamilton, NJ
Avon, CT
Shavertown, PA
Avon, CT
Brooklyn, NY
Bristol, CT
Brooklyn, NY
Captains: Ryan Endorf, Brendan Flanagan, Ian Groezinger
Coaches: Tim Beneski, Dan Last
Manager: Gus Chow ’07
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Avon
9
5
7
3
11
5
9
5
4
9
7
4
3
6
4
Thirds Baseball
Season Record: 6-9
Opponent
Eaglebrook
Westminster Eaglebrook
Rectory
Renbrook Watkinson
Kent
Rectory
Berkshire
Watkinson
Gunnery
Farmington HS JV
Renbrook
Trinity-Pawling Farmington HS JV
Score
8
16
20
6
4
10
2
11
9
1
8
18
1
5
14
Thirds Baseball, continued
This year’s thirds baseball team has traveled a long
and winding road. There have been some spectacular
moments, such as our come-from-behind win against
Eaglebrook, as well as some less enjoyable times, but
nevertheless, the team persevered and will finish the
2006-07 season with pride.
Several freshmen made big impacts on this team and
suggest that the future of Avon baseball is bright. Notably,
the keystone combo of Greg Giamalis and Matthew Coz
was one of the strongest middle infields in the history of
the program. Both of these players were adept at other
positions as well, with Coz also catching and pitching and
Giamalis, a wonderful hitter, playing short, second, or
third with equal dexterity. Craig Tepper proved himself
to be an outstanding first baseman and a great hitter.
Tep delivered a lot of timely hits throughout the season
and saved a more than a few outs with great glove work.
At third base, frosh Conor McDonnell did a fine job
defensively and turned into a great line drive hitter.
We also had some big help from Benny Williams,
one of the most dedicated players on the team (both
before and after his broken nose); Jake Hoss, who bravely
played catcher as well as outfield and EH; Kevin Lin, Mr.
Hustle, the guy who would do anything to help the team,
and Aaron Zamojski, who learned the game for the first
time on this team. Casey O’Brien appeared in a variety
of positions, including first, pitcher, outfield, and EH,
contributing at each, and Ryan Randall, the fireballing
freshman, pitched very well in several outings this year in
addition to time at second and third. Jonas Nissley, Ricky
Regalado, and Alex Tynell all had their seasons shortened
by injuries, but each contributed in his own way before
moving to the Disabled List.
The Captains of this team were three outstanding ball
players and outstanding young men. Ryan Endorf, Mr.
Thirds, was lights out repeatedly on the mound. He proved
himself to be a tremendously devoted and loyal member
of the team. Our catcher, Brendan Flanagan, took more
abuse than ought to be legal. In addition to the standard
beating every catcher endures, Brendan also led the team
in being hit by pitches—what a teammate! Ian Groezinger,
the ideal number 3 hitter, again played brilliant
centerfield, pitched well in starts and relief appearances,
and led the team on and off the field. It was wonderful to
have such great guys on the team.
Other sophomores included Sam Kimmerle, a leader
and fine outfielder; Ian Lapin, solid in center and a muchimproved hitter over last year; Jesse “Spoons” Silverman, a
very hardworking ballplayer; and Geoff Lindblad, new to
school this year and eager to make an impression. Two of
our top sophomore additions this year were certainly Alex
Phucas and Max Kipnis. Alex started a couple of rallies on
his own with timely hitting and great base running, and
Max could hit, pitch, and play the infield with great skill.
Graham Speace, not a ballplayer by instinct, but one of the
hardest working boys on the team, was a spot starter and
good asset for the team. Jake Kapneck, Connor Zieky, and
Michael Galper also appeared in games.
This was a team with lots of character and lots of
characters. Yet through it all, those boys who wanted to
make the most of it did so. I am very proud of the guys
who stuck to business and became better ballplayers.
Coach Last was an extraordinary addition to this team,
and we were lucky to have him.
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Spring Sports
VARSITY LACROSSE
# Name
Position Class
1 Demopoulos, Alex
A
Jr
2 Murray, Matt
G
Jr
3 Atkinson, Cam
M
Jr
4 Liebel, Ryan
A
Sr
5 Krauter, Neil
M
Jr
6 Miller, Jeff
A
Jr
7 Marx, Chris
A
Jr
8 Hodgkinson, John
M
Jr
9 Palermo, Grant
A
Sr
10 Butterfield-Bragg, Tom M
Sr
11 Coons, Casey
M
Sr
12 Leclerc, Drew
M
Jr
13 Brooks, Martin
M
Jr
14 Gantsoudes, Nick
M
Jr
15 New, Dan
M
Jr
16 Libby, Ben
G
Sr
17 Murphy, Sean
M
Jr
18 Sieber, Will
D
Sr
19 Thompson, Preston
A
Jr
20 Malchoff, Brian
G
Sr
21 Lipkvich, Kyle
M
Jr
22 Gittleman, Aaron
D
Sr
24 Henderson, Greg
D
Jr
25 Carpenter, Matt
A
Sr
26 Beath, Matt
D
Jr
27 Bonino, Nick
D
Sr
28 Hartmann, Chris
D
Jr
29 Hermandorfer, AJ
D
Sr
30 Shaw, Mickey
D
Sr
31 DiFiglia, Mike
D
Jr
32 Schultz, Tyler
D
Sr
Captains: Aaron Gittleman, Ryan Liebel
Coaches: Ted Garber, Corey Gammill
Managers: Jim Eichas ’08, Ryan Butler ’07
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Hometown
Avon, CT
Wyckoff, NJ
Riverside, CT
Longmeadow, MA
Montclair, NJ
Key Biscayne, FL
Ridgewood, NJ
Piedmont, CA
Greenwich, CT
Hyde, ME
Avon, CT
Avon, CT
Richardson, TX
Redding, CT
North White Plains, NY
Cohasset, MA
Avon, CT
Bethesda, MD
Portsmouth, NH
West Hartford, CT
Madison, CT
Katonah, NY
Ridgewood, NJ
Windsor, CT
St. Louis,MO
Unionville, CT
Cohasset, MA
Clifton, VA
Burlington, CT
Little Silver, NJ
West Simsbury, CT
Varsity Lacrosse, continued
The 2007 varsity lacrosse team continued to have another
highly competitive spring as they posted an exciting season
under Coach Garber and Coach Gammill, and they once
again maintained an effort to be able to compete as one of
the top teams in Western New England and in the Founders
League. Coach Garber and four assistant coaches traveled
to Orlando, Florida, with 42 players to a pre-season training
camp at Disney World for five days over spring break. While
in Florida, the team had a great deal of success while undertaking a rigorous training schedule, which included tactical
drill work as well as scrimmages against secondary school
teams from various parts of the country.
Upon returning from their noteworthy trip, the Men of
Avon started off their season with a big win over a veteran
team of PGs from Northfield, 9-8. This win spearheaded the
team’s winning momentum as they won the next three games
over Phillips-Exeter, Tabor, and Minnechaug HS by averaging
ten goals per game, while holding each tough opponent to
less than 5 goals. There was little time to celebrate however,
as the upcoming opponent was vs. a much improved Choate
squad on enemy turf. In a battle of defenses, Choate came out
on top, 6-3. But, in Winger Beaver fashion, Avon rebounded
from their disappointing loss by upsetting a fired-up Westminster team on Westy’s home field, 7-6. This important win gave
Avon continued team confidence as they traveled away and
beat a very feisty Kent team 12-7. and then the Men of Avon
returned home and upset a very talented Brunswick team in a
game that could have gone either way, 5-4.
With no rest for the weary, an undefeated and always
tough Hotchkiss team traveled to Avon in hopes of avenging
the 2 losses that Avon had pinned on them the 2 previous
years. That game was played on a beautiful sunny day and the
fans got their moneys’ worth as both teams battled through
2 sudden-death overtimes before the visiting Hotchkiss team
scored the game winner in transition. Once again, the Men
of Avon showed their true character as they responded with a
huge, 19-11 dominating win over a highly touted Trinity-Pawling squad.
The high flying momentum continued to be unleashed
both offensively and defensively against an overwhelmed
Canterbury team, 19-1. However, next up was arch-rival,
#1 ranked and undefeated Deerfield at Deerfield on their
Parents Weekend. Avon lost the game by 6 goals, but the
only frustration that was felt from the tough loss was due to
unforced errors that Avon committed, enabling Deerfield to
build up a winning margin. The next game was against an
always competitive and skilled Taft team away. What started
out as a beautiful sunny day turned into a day filled with torrential rain. However, Avon won its 10th game of the season
for the second year in a row with a 12-4 victory. This followed
by a dramatic, hard-fought win at home versus perennial rival
Salisbury on Avon’s Alumni Weekend, 6-5. This win was
especially sweet, as it marked the final home match in each
senior Winged Beaver’s career at Avon. The final match of
the season occurs at Loomis. The Beavers look forward to the
tough challenge that lies ahead as they continue to strive to be
one of the top Division 1 lacrosse teams in New England.
All season long, the team has been well represented by a
strong core of upper classmen, led by captains Ryan Liebel
and Aaron Gittleman. Also finishing up a commendable
career as a multi- year varsity player on attack is Grant
Palermo and first year senior, Matt Carpenter. The midfield
units were spearheaded by first year seniors Tom Bragg
and Marty Brooks along with veteran Casey Coons (CCP
specialist). A veteran defensive squad did a tremendous
job this past season, led by the starting goalkeepers Brian
Malchoff and Ben Libby (“Cyclops specialist”). Avon will
miss the veteran leadership of their long poles led by, Matt
Beath, Nick Bonino, AJ Hermandorfer, Mickey Shaw, and
Will Sieber, along with Chris Hartmann and Tyler Schultz.
Once again, assistant coach Corey Gammill did a terrific
job running the offense and directing the substitution box
all season long. A special thanks to Jim Eichas and Ryan
Butler for their outstanding job as the team’s managers and
scorekeepers.
Varsity Lacrosse
Avon
Opponent
Score
5
Phillips Exeter
4
10
Tabor
3
16
Minnechaug HS
5
3
Choate
6
7
Westminster
6
12
Kent
7
5
Brunswick
4
10
Hotchkiss
11 (OT)
19
Trinity-Pawling 11
19
Canterbury
1
4
Deerfield
10
12
Taft
4
6
Salisbury
5
Loomis Chaffee
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Spring Sports
VARSITY ‘B’ LACROSSE
# Name
1 Canning, Christopher
D
Sr
Unionville, CT
2 Carter, Nicholas
M
Sr
Sarasota, FL
3 Chamness, James
M
Jr
Collegeville, PA
4 Coco, Andrew
A
Jr
North Clareton, VT
5 Dillon, Drew
D
Jr
Torrington, CT
6 Enloe, Patrick
M
Sr
Stuart, FL
7 Grenier, Jeremy
M
Sr
Thomaston, CT
8 Hubbard, Roy
D
Sr
Niantic, CT
9 Kain, Brady
M
Sr
Gloucester, MA
10 Keller, Matthew
D
Sr
New Canaan, CT
11 Keogh, Devin
M
Sr
Fairfield, CT
12 Kerwin, Grant
M
Jr
Princeton, NJ
14 Lautensack, Mark
D
Jr
Simsbury, CT
15 Lennon, Eoin
D
Sr
Belfast, Ireland
17 Longo, Peter
M
Sr
Farmington, CT
18 Longobardi, Rick
M
Jr
Northford, CT
19 Lyons, Andrew
M
Sr
Westfield, MA
20 Petersen, Ryan
A
Sr
Shrewsbury, MA
21 Pritchett, Jordan
A
Jr
Sun Valley, ID
23 Quick, Evan
M
Jr
Harwington, MA
24 Recchia, Michael
G
Sr
Fairfield, CT
25 Sisti, Kevin
D
Sr
Farmington, CT
26 Sowicki, Kevin
D
Jr
Boston, MA
27 Trentowski, Kenny
M
Sr
East Hampton, NY
28 Tucker, Steven
M
Sr
Harwichport, MA
29 Wallace, Ted
A
Jr
Winchester, MA
30 Wilson, Armand
A
Jr
Fairfield, CT
31 Wolcott, Randy
M
Sr
East Haven, CT
32 Woodwell, Richard
M
Jr
Hoitokus, NJ
33 Zinn, Nathan
D
Sr
Berlin, CT
34 Carnes, William
A
Sr
Farmington, CT
35 Kubasek, Craig
A
Sr
Simsbury, CT
36 Haeflick, Michael
M
Sr
West Hartford, CT
37 Harris, Daniel
M
Jr
Burlington, CT
Frank, Carter
MGR
Sr
Pasedena, CA
Coaches: Tyler Wells ’02, Greg Squier
Manager: Carter Frank ’07
The 2007 varsity B lacrosse team had an extremely successful
season, ultimately finishing up with a record of 8 wins and 2 losses.
The onset of the season was initially slowed by Mother Nature, as a
spring snowfall resulted in the postponement of our first contest. By
Saturday April 7th, the boys were hungry for some competition. The
Pomfret school was the first victim of the train that was the 2007
varsity “B” lacrosse team. Led by senior goaltender and captain Michael Recchia (who posted his first ever career shutout), the Beavers
steamrolled Pomfret. However, they didn’t stop there. The Pomfret
win was followed by a string of six more victories, each seemingly
more impressive than the last. With Recchia between the pipes, the
close defense was anchored by Chris Canning, Roy Hubbard, and
co-captain Kevin Sisti. The speedy James Chamness and the quickly
improving “Irish Assassin,” Eóin Lennon, rose to the occasion as
defensive stalwarts from the midfield.
Offensively, the VB laxers were led by attackers Ryan Petersen,
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Avon
13
9
13
14
10
10
5
11
7
8
Varsity B Lacrosse
Season Record: 8-2
Opponent
Score
Pomfret
0
Berkshire County HS
3
Franklin County HS
2
Franklin County HS
3
Cheshire Academy 9 (OT)
Hyde
9 (OT)
Loomis Chaffee JV
11
Hamden Hall
2
Salisbury
9
Berkshire County HS
5
Cheshire Academy
Craig Kubasek, and the “assist man” himself, Mr. Armand Wilson.
Avon also boasted the most potent “sixth man” in the league, as Ted
“The Magician” Wallace would come off the bench and provide us
with some much needed offensive swagger. The offensive midfielders
were led by trio of Devin Keogh, Patrick Enloe, and Brady Kain, and
the ever flavorful triumvirate of Rick Longobardi, Nick Carter, and
Kenny “The Spark Plug” Trentowski.
The highlights of the winning streak were two back to back,
come from behind overtime victories in the hostile environments
of both the Hyde School and Cheshire Academy. These wins will
forever be remembered by both the players and those fans who were
lucky enough to attend. The only 2 losses came late in the season, as
the Beavers came up just shy in two hard-fought battles with Loomis
and Salisbury. The legacy of this team, however, had already been
established, and the 2007 varsity B lacrosse season will certainly go
down as one to remember.
JUNIOR VARSITY LACROSSE
#
Name
2 Benjamin Beath
A
So
St. Louis, MO
5 Matthew Labarge
M
Fr
Lynnfield, MA
6 Mark Joyce
M
So
Needham, MA
7 Max Fenkell
M
So
Meadowbrook, PA
8 Michael Mckeon
M
Fr
Berwyn, PA
9 Chandler Webb
G
So
Newport, RI
10 Brad Peltz
A
So
Mt. Kisco, NY
11 Conor Cummings
A
So
West Hartford, CT
13 Eric Meyers
D
Jr
Bristol, CT
14 J. P. Rotchford
D
So
Rumson, NJ
15 Jeffrey Hodgkinson
M
Fr
Piedmont, CA
16 Joseph Ramieri
M
So
Providence, RI
17 Paul Mimms
M
Fr
Fairfield, CT
18 Michael Lee
G
Fr
Simsbury, CT
19 Christopher Ruhlig
M
Jr
Islip Terrace, NY
20 Ian Casella
D
So
Becket, MA
21 Craig Cottrell
A
So
Glastonbury, CT
22 Michael Devine
A
Fr
Cheshire, CT
23 Alex Riccio
M
So
Simsbury, CT
24 David Bauchiero
A
So
Southington, CT
27 Robert Wiles
D
Fr
Longmeadow, MA
29 Richard Colletti
D
So
Lutz, FL
30 Connor O’Keefe
D
So
Wellesley, MA
31 Cory Cheyne
M
So
Simsbury, CT
35 Ward Waesche
G
So
Greenwich, CT
36 Perry Wasserbauer
M
So
Canton, CT
40 Patrick Birch
M
So
Farmington, CT
Captains: Ben Beath, J.P. Rotchford, Chris Ruhlig
Coaches: Peter Rice ’76, Nick Wilbur ’02 The junior varsity lacrosse team compiled an impressive
record of nine wins and three losses this spring with one game
remaining. Led by tri-captains JP Rotchford, Chris Ruhlig,
and Ben Beath, the team outscored their opponents by a margin of ninety goals to our opponents thirty-four. We averaged
just under eight goals a game and gave up an average of under
three goals a game.
With only four returning players from the previous year,
it was a challenge to come together as a team and execute the
systems that are fundamental to successful lacrosse. Many of
the players demonstrated a considerable amount of growth,
and perhaps this was most true of our freshman midfielders
Matt LaBarge, Jeff Hodgkinson, Paul Mimms, and Michael
Mckeon. Their improvement in all aspects of the game added
depth to our roster as we got deep into the season. Max
Fenkel developed nicely in his role as a face-off specialist, and
Perry Wasserbauer improved dramatically in his ability to
handle the ball and serve as a short-stick mandown defender.
Our defense was anchored by freshman goaltender Mike
Junior Varsity Lacrosse
Avon
Opponent
Score
7
Watertown HS
2
10
Tabor
3
8
Choate
2
4
Westminster
5
14
Kent 1
9
Eaglebrook
3
0
Hotchkiss
4
7
Trinity-Pawling 6 (OT)
11
Canterbury
2
1
Deerfield
5
5
Taft
2
6
Salisbury
5
Loomis Chaffee
Lee who earned the majority of the playing time in games
through his consistent hard-work in practices and games.
Goaltenders Ward Waesche and Chandler Webb also contributed significantly to our success, most notably in our games
against Choate, Deerfield, and Canterbury. Longstick midfield defender Ian Casella was nothing short of a warrior at
his position, and close defenders JP Rotchford, Bobby Wiles,
Eric Meyers, Richard Colletti, and Connor O’Keefe shared
time in the close defense. Freshman Joe Lisicky, coming off
of a serious injury incurred this winter, earned a starting
position in the close defense by the final stretch of the season,
demonstrating some exceptional ability at that position.
Our offense was led by the goal-scoring attack combination of Craig Cottrell, Chris Ruhlig, Mike Devine, and Ben
Beath. Alex Riccio, Mark Joyce, and David Bauchiero also
contributed significantly to our offensive totals. Together, the
group served as our extra-man-offense unit throughout the
season. Attackmen Conor Cummings and Joe Ramieri each
had several points over the course of the season as well.
Spring Sports
Spring Sports
Junior Varsity Lacrosse, continued
Our most memorable game of the season was the thrilling
“impossible dream,” a come-from-behind victory over a capable
and confident Trinity-Pawling team. After what had been a
somewhat frustrating day for players and coaches alike, we
came together in the final minutes of that game to execute our
offense in stellar fashion. In less than a three minute span, we
came back from a 6-3 deficit to force the game into overtime,
Thirds Lacrosse, continued
scoring with only two seconds remaining on the clock. In overtime, despite being down a man due to a penalty, freshman Joe
Lisicky scooped up a loose ball, charged over the midfield line,
and dished the ball to attackman Mike Devine. Mike walked
in alone and buried a high shot under the crossbar to win the
game. That was a moment that none of us will forget for a long
time to come.
THIRDS LACROSSE
#
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
Name
Position
Arnell, Tommy
D
Bartell, Jackson
D
Birch, Patrick
M
Brackett, Riggs
M
Cambell, Andrew
M
Clarke, Mark
A
Clinton, Blake
A
Cunningham, Tanner
D
Custer, Ben
D
Fogarty, Mike
M
Frankenberger, Johan
M
Goetjen, Austin
M
Gorham, Patrick
M
Hallenbeck, Cameron
M
Hampton, Chris
D
Hampton, Patrick
D
Havron, Taft
M
Helberg, Brendan
G
Hershy, Evan
M
Hofer, Ross
D
Kampfman, Will
M
Kearny, Greg
M
Kelly, Foster
A
LaRocque, Ben
D
Lee, Soo Min
M
Loveland, Dan
M
Mahoney, John
D
Nakamura, Kaz
M
Palen, Nick
A
Papadopoulos, Demetrius
M
Redfearn, Jacob
D
Reed, Mike
M
Reller, Thomas
D
Rosichan, Will
A
Rubinfeld, Jon
M
Sanstrom, Bubba
M
Skirvin, Taylor
D
Smith, David
M
Stallmeyer, Comie
M
Stetson, Maxwell
A
Tsacoyeanes, Nick
D
Young, Lincoln
G
Class
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
So
So
Sr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Fr
Fr
So
Fr
Hometown
Katonah, NY
West Hartford, CT
Farmington, CT
Avon, CT
Brooklyn, NY
New York, NY
Avon, CT
New Hartford, CT
Avon, CT
East Setauket, NY
El Segundo, CA
Simsbury, CT
Avon, CT
Fairfield, CT
Farmington, CT
Farmington, CT
Huntsville, AL
Newington, CT
Tiburon, CA
Farmington, CT
Plainville, CT
Avon, CT
Washington, DC
Avon, CT
Seoul, Korea
Bristol, CT
Irvine, CA
Williamsburg, VA
Farmington, CT
Avon, CT
Marshfield, MA
Canton, CT
Avon, CT
Ridgewood, NJ
Avon, CT
Mariottsville, MD
Farmington, CT
Charleston, SC
Canton, CT
Mansfield, CT
Avon, CT
Simsbury, CT
The thirds lacrosse team had a difficult season this year.
Led by their three captains, returning player Pat Hampton
and first year players Bubba Sanstrom and Lincoln Young,
they started on a good step winning the first two games
of the season but then met some tough competition that
we were unable to beat. The defense, led by returning
player Nick Tsacoyeanes and goalies Brendan Helberg and
Lincoln Young stood strong, allowed more than 6 goals in
only a handful of games. Despite a young defensive line,
all defensemen played well, learning their positions and
how to strip an attackman of the ball quickly. Our greatest
obstacle to overcome was our inability to find the net on
offense. Unlike many young offenses, Avon was willing to
hold on to the ball and pass it around instead of taking
chances and trying to make runs to the goal. By mid-way
through the season the midfielders and attackmen started
to understand how to beat a defense and began to compliment the hard work done by the long poles by scoring
often. Johan Frankenberger led the team with 11 goals and
Will Rosichan, Mark Clarke, and Pat Birch were all close
behind in points.
Overall, the season was an excellent season. All the
players rallied after the initial losses to become a tough,
cohesive unit. By the end of the season there was hardly
a ground ball that was lost or a clear by an opposing team
that was allowed down the field. The growth by each
and every member of this team is extraordinary and they
should all be proud that they went from a 2-6 team to the
potential of having a winning season.
Thirds Lacrosse
Avon
Opponent
Score
8
Berkshire
3
6
Loomis Chaffee
4
3
Kent
6
4
Deerfield
5
3
Westminster
5
7
Xavier HS
9
5
Hyde
4
4
Rectory
6
1
Williston
9
6
Pomfret
4
4
Deerfield
9
7
Suffield JV
4
7
Taft
8
Forman School
Westminster
Captains: Bubba Sanstrom, Lincoln Young, Chris Hampton
Coaches: B. Patrick Murray, JR Zavisa
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Spring Sports
Spring Sports
VARSITY GOLF
Name
Year
Hometown
Spencer Bova
Jr
Avon, CT
Nick Sica
Jr
Staten Island, NY
Kurt Goetjen
Sr
Simsbury, CT
Jon Gurry
Sr
Andover, MA
Michael Cooke
Sr
Windsor, CT
Parker Bova
Fr
Avon, CT
Peter Seltenright
Sr
Harbor Springs, MI
Captains: Spencer Bova, Nick Sica
Coach: Peter Deckers ’90
The varsity golf team had an awe-inspiring 2007
campaign, posting a regular season record of 17 wins and
4 losses. In tournament play, Avon finished second in the
2007 Coppola Cup. Finding themselves behind by twelve
strokes in the first week, the team rallied during week two.
Unfortunately, Avon finished just three strokes shy of defeating a strong Kingswood team. Finally, with the Founders League Championship and the Kingswood Invitational
Tournament to be determined in the later part of May,
the Winged Beavers have already made this an extremely
successful season.
Co-Captains Spencer Bova and Nick Sica were the
backbone of the 2007 squad. In addition to playing consistent golf throughout the spring, both were able to finish a
match as medalist (lowest score). Rounding off the varsity
ladder were Kurt Goetjen, Jon Gurry, Peter Seltenright,
and Parker Bova, who all made notable contributions at
different times throughout the season. Freshman Parker
Bova even posted a few medalist scores near the end of the
season.
For the second year running, Spencer Bova earned the
Tom and Dottie Prunell Most Valuable Player Golf Award.
After earning a varsity letter in his freshman year, Spencer
has continued to develop as a golfer. In 2006 Spencer
impressed the league by winning medalist honors in the
KIT. This season Spencer has continued his solid play
and finished the year with the lowest 9-hole stroke average
(37.7) on the team.
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Avon
190
192
1st
1st
2nd
2nd
1st
211
3rd
1st
1st
2nd
1st
2nd
Varsity Golf
Opponent
South Kent School
Deerfield
Loomis Chaffee, Williston
Canterbury, Kingswood-Oxford
Coppola Cup, Week 1
Millbrook, Salisbury
Westminster, Hopkins
Suffield
Hotchkiss, Taft, Westminster
Berkshire, Kent
Kent, Milbrook
Coppola Cup, Week 2
Hotchkiss, Canterbury, T-P
Founders League Championships
KIT Invitational @ Oak Ridge
JUNIOR VARSITY GOLF
Name
Score
245
186
223
Peter Seltenright proved to be the team’s 2007 Most
Improved Player. Peter narrowly missed making the Avon
golf team during the 2006 season. Most juniors would
be discouraged by this, but Peter was not. Instead, Peter
concentrated on his game in the off-season and became
one of the foundational players on this year’s team. Peter’s
level-headed playing style often gave him the upper hand
in matches.
Varsity golf will miss its senior class next season. Kurt
Goetjen, Jon Gurry, and Peter Seltenright have been very
consistent this year and leave big shoes for members of the
AOF JV squad to fill. Congratulations and best of luck in
college next year!
Year
Creed, Tyler
Sr
Lynch, Jordan
Jr
Donahue, Tyler
So
Konferowicz, Robert So
Jandreau, Daniel
So
Levy, Alex
Fr
Levesque, Marcel
Fr
Coach: Jamie Reece
Hometown
West Hartford, CT
Avon, CT
Watertown, CT
Southington, CT
Bristol, CT
Farmington, CT
Unionville, CT
Junior Varsity Golf
Avon
Opponent
1st
Canterbury
215
Hotchkiss
2nd
Loomis Chaffee, Westminster
3rd
Taft, Westminster
210
Berkshire
215
Williston
210
Choate
212
K-O, Loomis Chaffee
228
Westminster
Rectory
Score
231
244
219
220
230
222
The 2007 junior varsity golf team remained
competitive throughout the entire spring season. A
winning record, which included seven victories over
Founders League rivals Salisbury, Loomis Chaffee,
Hotchkiss, Choate, and Canterbury, was the result
of a full team effort. First year players Marcel
Levesque, Tyler Donahue, Rob Konferowicz, Jordan
Lynch, and Alex Levy contributed to the success
of the team as much as veterans Dan Jandreau and
Tyler Creed. In addition to a strong team effort
demonstrated in each match, all members of JV
golf improved their fundamental skills, while also
learning lessons in course management. In addition,
these men proved to be true gentlemen who perfected proper etiquette each time they took to the
links. Although the team is sad to be losing senior
Tyler Creed, Avon’s JV golf team should remain
competitive as it has a strong foundation made up
of a talented group of underclassmen. Hopefully all
members of the team will continue to improve their
game and strengthen their swings over the summer,
which will help ensure future success whether at the
varsity or junior varsity level.
Spring Sports
Spring Sports
VARSITY TENNIS
Name
Year Hometown
Cruice, Peter
So Greenville, DE
Margison, Doug
So Farmington, CT
Broatch, Ethan
So Avon, CT
St. John, Ford
So Canton, CT
Serra, Juan
Jr Madrid, Spain
Diaz de la Guardia, Domingo So Panama City, Panama
Biggart, Erik
Jr Cheshire, CT
Wachter, Abraham
Jr New York, NY
Marro, Dan
Sr Sarasota, FL
Buenaventura, Mike
Jr Hartford, CT
Gutierrez, Tom
So Colchester, VT
Lee, Ji Hoon
Jr Seoul, Korea
Captains: Dan Marro, Peter Cruice
Coach: Alan Leathers ’78
Most Valuable Player: Peter Cruice
Most Improved Player: Ford St. John
Coach’s Award: Dan Marro
The Varsity tennis team had its work cut out with a
young squad and little match experience entering the
season. The starting lineup consisted of four sophomores
and two juniors with most of the players playing tennis predominantly only during the season. The team put forth a
good effort despite the lack of experience and demonstrated a marked improvement over the course of the season.
The team started the season with a spring break trip
to Sarasota, Florida, which was a great bonding experience for all of those in attendance. During the season, the
team was led by captains Dan Marro and Peter Cruice.
Sophomore Peter Cruice played the number one position
in singles and was matched up against some pretty stiff
competition. He managed to hold his own against these
top-level players and even come out on top on a number of
occasions. Peter was followed in the lineup by Juan Serra,
Erik Biggart, and Ethan Broatch. The three players had
extremely challenging competition having to play some of
the top teams in New England, including Taft, Hotchkiss,
Salisbury, and Kent, all four of whom played in the yearending New England Championships. The balance of the
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Varsity Tennis
Avon
Opponent
Score
0
Taft
7
0
Kent
7
5
Canterbury
2
0
Hotchkiss
7
0
Loomis Chaffee
7
7
Trinity-Pawling
0
1
Cheshire Academy
6
0
Salisbury
7
3
Pomfret
4
0
Suffield
7
2
Kingswood-Oxford
5
1
Williston
6
3
Westminster
4
1
Gunnery
6
2
Berkshire
5
Choate
team varied from match to match and included the likes
of Doug Margison, Brahm Wachter, Domingo Diaz de la
Guardia, Ford St. John and Tom Gutierrez. It certainly was
a rebuilding year for the tennis squad but the experience
gained by these young players will hopefully be invaluable
for the upcoming years.
JUNIOR VARSITY TENNIS
Name
Bourgault, Jake
Cha, Dong Young
Chodar, Ben
Stacey, Eric
West, Cameron
L’Hostis, Adrian
Brown, Chris
Cijek, Jared
Davis, Emil
Fikre, Nick
Isom, Jack
Year
Fr
Fr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
So
So
So
So
Fr
Hometown
Avon, CT
Seoul, South Korea
Mill Valley, CA
Weatogue, CT
New Britain, CT
Farmington, CT
St. Georges, Bermuda
Longmeadow, MA
Belle Fonte, PA
Greenwich, CT
New York, NY
Junior Varsity Tennis
Avon
Opponent
Score
0
Eaglebrook
7
1
Kent
6
7
Canterbury
0
5
Berkshire
2
7
Cheshire Academy
0
3
Salisbury
4
6
Kingswood-Oxford
1
1
Taft
6
6
Williston
1
1
Hotchkiss
6
5
Suffield
2
3
Westminster
4
Choate
Coaches: Josh King, Brian Cugell
The 2007 junior varsity tennis team had a successful season, greatly improving from the year before. In
2006, JV tennis won 3 matches. With one match still to
play at the time of writing, the 2007 squad had already
compiled 6 victories. A solid mix of returning and new
players strengthened the team, making JV Winged Beavers
a formidable opponent. Returning from last year’s team
were senior captain Cam West, senior Eric Stacey, junior
Ben Chodar, and sophomores Jake Bourgault and Dong
Young Cha. New to the team this year were junior Adrian
L’Hostis, sophomores Chris Brown, Jared Ciejek, Emil
Davis, and Nick Fikre, and freshman Jack Isom.
The season got off to a slow start, as Avon suffered two lopsided defeats, 7-0 against Eaglebrook and 6-1
against Kent. The coaches did have some optimism after
the Kent match, as several of the matches in that contest
were very close. Avon finally got into the win column in its
next match, blanking Canterbury 7-0. A 5-2 win over Berkshire and a 7-0 romp over Cheshire Academy followed, and
Avon found itself with a winning record at 3-2.
From then on, the Beavers followed a pattern of
alternating wins and losses. The three game win streak was
halted by Salisbury, who snuck past the Winged Beavers
4-3. A 6-1 win over Kingswood followed. In its next match,
the team faced a very good Taft team and were blanked
7-0. The team then trumped over Williston Northampton
6-1. Hotchkiss defeated Avon 6-1, only to have Avon come
back and beat Suffield 5-2 and then Westminster 4-3 in its
latest match.
Newcomers dominated the singles lineup for Avon.
Jared Ciejek, Nick Fikre, and Adrian L’Hostis occupied the
top three spots on the ladder for the whole season, at times
trading positions. All played very well in every match and
were indispensable in each of the team’s wins. Jack Isom
held down the number 4 spot on the team for much of
the season, playing very well and earning some important
victories for Avon. Eric Stacey and Chris Brown traded the
number 5 spot often, both earning big wins for the team,
and the number 6 spot was usually up for grabs, with Jake
Bourgault, Ben Chodar, Cam West, and Chris Brown all
seeing significant time at that spot.
Avon featured a strong doubles lineup as well,
with Adrian L’Hostis teaming with Dong Young Cha
for many matches. Jake Bourgault and Cam West made
another strong team that saw a lot of action. Emil Davis
played with several teammates in doubles, showing his ability to adapt to his partner’s playing style.
In all, every player played at least one match in
both singles and doubles, showing the depth and versatility
of this team.
Spring Sports
Spring Sports
TRACK & FIELD
Name
Angel, Randall
Bergeron, Dominic
Beyer, Douglas
Brumbaugh, Jonathan
Campbell, Christopher
Cox, Michael
Cox, Nicholas
DeBlasio, Nicholas
Doyle, Matthew
Driscoll, John
Driscoll, Michael
Farrow, Isaiah
Ford, Pierce
Halvorsen, Martin
Hannan, Tully
Haspilaire, Jonathan
Higginbotham, Jon
Hollady, David
Holst-Grubbe, Peter
Hong, Jae Taek
Jennings, Ryan
Kang John
Kim,Tae Yoon
Kwon, Tae wan
Lee, Yong Bok
Levine, Brian
Mangan, Michael
Moore, Brandon
Naraine, Branden
Patterson, Robert
Reilly, Michael
Riley, Benjamin
Roberts, Duncan
Rodriquez, Ignacio
Solomon, Matthew
Spalding, Leslie
Spencer, Grey
Springer, Anthony
Suh, Kiho
Ward, Samuel
Weeks, Michael
Wilkins, Jerome
Winer, Christopher
Witkiewicz, Daniel
Young, Langley
Position
DISC, SHOT
100,200
DISC,SHOT
DISC, SHOT
100,200
100,200,4X100
100,200,4X100
100,200
100, LJ, TJ
100, 200
100,200
DISC,SHOT
DISC, SHOT
1500, 3000
1500, 3000
1500, 800
LJ.HJ, 4X100
200, 400
DISC, SHOT, JAV
JAV, DISC
JAV, DISC
1500, 800
1500
100,200,400
HH,IMH,4X400
100,200
1500
SHOT,DISC
DISC,SHOT
800,400,200
1500,3000, 4X400
SHOT,DISC,JAV
SHOT,DISC,JAV
1500
100, 200
100,200,LJ
100,200
1,500,800
1500, 3000
800,400, 4X400
100,200,LJ
100,200
1500, 3000
8,001,500
LJ,TJ,100, 4X100
Class
Sr
Jr
Jr
Sr
Jr
Jr
So
Jr
Jr
So
Jr
Fr
So
So
So
Sr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
So
So
Fr
Jr
Sr
So
Jr
Sr
Jr
Jr
Jr
Jr
So
Jr
Jr
So
Fr
Jr
Sr
So
Jr
Fr
Jr
Jr
Hometown
Emmanus,Canada
Montreal, Canada
Chappaqua, NY
Redwood City, CA
Brooklyn, NY
Dorchester, MA
Dorchester, MA
Barrington, Ill
White Plains, NY
Millington, NJ
Longhill, NJ
Bridgewater, CT
Fairfield,CT
Oslo, Norway
West Hartford, CT
Atlantic Highplains, NJ
Winthrop, MA
Detroit, MI
Torrington, CT
Seoul, Korea
Simsbury, CT
Seoul, Korea
Surrey, Canada
Seoul, Korea
Seoul, Korea
Westport, CT
Farmington, CT
Torrington, CT
Windsor, CT
Charlottesville, VA
Berlin, CT
Hingham, MA
Dhahran, Saudi Araba
Malaga, Spain
Avon, CT.
San Jose, Costa Rica
Vestavia, AL
Hartford, CT
Seoul, Korea
Manitowoe, WI
Maplewood, NJ
Baltimore, MD
Farmington, CT
Bristol, CT
St. Albanas, NY
Track & Field, continued
The Avon Old Farms track team completed its regular
season finishing with 7 wins and only 3 losses despite only
having a handful of returning veterans. The team finished
in third place in the Founders League Championship Meet
for the second year in a row. The Winged Beavers were led
this year by tri-captains Jon Higginbotham, Jonathan Brumbaugh, and Sam Ward.
In the Founders League championship meet, the field
events kept the spark going for Avon. Peter Holst-Grubbe
won the discus with a throw of 138 feet, 6 inches. Peter also
took second in the javelin and sixth in the shot put, giving
him 19 total points in the meet, a truly remarkable job.
Newcomer Ben Riley won the javelin with a throw of 161
feet. Cody Brumbaugh took fourth in the discus. The trio
of Brumbaugh, Holst-Grubbe, and Riley were among the
best in the league this year. Jon Higginbotham also had a
fine day, placing second in the long jump with a jump of 21
feet, 2.5 inches, and fourth in the high jump. Other scorers
included Langley Young (fifth place in the triple jump and
200m dash), Mike Cox (third place in the 100m dash), and
Avon
2nd
2nd
1st
2nd
1st
3rd
7th
Yong Bok Lee (fifth place in the 110HH).
There were other notable performances throughout
the year. Langley Young jumped over 41 feet in the triple
jump, Mike Cox ran 11.01 seconds in the 100m, Ben Riley
threw 169 feet in the javelin, Cody Brumbaugh threw 45
feet in the shot put, and Peter Holst-Grubbe threw 145 feet
in the discus. The distance duo of Mike Reilly and Tully
Hannan also had a fine season. Mike had a personal best
in the 800m run with a time of 2 minutes, ten seconds,
while Tully blazed for a time of 10 minutes, 1 second for
the 3000m run. Newcomers Jonathan Haspilliare ran 10
minutes and 33 seconds for the 3000m run and freshman
standout Anthony Springer ran the 800m at an amazing 2
minutes, 15 seconds.
Next year the Winged Beavers will come back with even
a stronger team. Many lettermen are returning: the sprint
team, the jumping team, throwing events personnel (as a
unit) and our distance duo are all returning, and the underclassmen are eager to contribute.
Track & Field
Season Record: 7-3
Opponent
Taft, Choate
Loomis Chaffee
Westminster, NYMA
Hotchkiss, Trinity-Pawling
Williston, Cheshire, Suffield
Founders League Championships
NEPSAC Championships
Score
Captains: Jon Higginbotham, Jonathan Brumbaugh, Sam Ward
Coaches: Karl Hall, John Bourgault ’80, Kevin Lawrence ’98, Jon Bolton, Emily Moir
Scorer: Mike Mangan
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Athletic Summary extra
Another fine yEAR OF wINGED bEAVER AthleticS

William Kron x 41 Years of Service
On behalf of Winged Beavers past and present, Avon Old Farms School extends its
utmost gratitude to Bill Kron, as he retires from duty, for his many contributions to
Avon Old Farms athletics.
In particular, the swimming & diving program flourished under his guidance, and he
has effectively brought honor, recognition, distinction, and excellence to Avon Old
Farms and its storied athletic tradition.
Bill’s unwavering commitment to excellence, his attention to detail, and his selfless
dedication to the boys have enriched and influenced the lives of so many Avonians over
his 41 years of service to the school. we thank you, Bill!

Thank You,
Bill!
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AtHLETIC sUMMARY 2006-07

Avon Old Farms School, Avon, Connecticut, 06001
© 2007 by Avon Old Farms School.

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