DSPN Magazine, Spring 2010

the magazine

Produced by: Brandan Rivard ’10 and Steve Burke ’10

Cover by: Ariel Berk ’10

2010 Derryfield Spring Athletics

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Derryfield Athletics Boys Varsity Lacrosse Girls Varsity Lacrosse Boys Varsity Baseball Girls Varsity Softball Boys Varsity Tennis Girls Varsity Tennis Boys and Girls Varsity Crew Derryfield’s Dynasty

by Adam Spinella ’10

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Middle School Sports Lacrosse: A Growing Sport

by Adam Spinella ’10

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The Road to Recovery

by Steve Burke ’10

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Athletes in College Senior Page Reflection

by Brandan Rivard ’10 and Steve Burke ’10

A special thanks to Bob Coppinger at Kirkwood Printing for his genorsity and support of DS athletics.

Derryfield Today is published by the Advancement Office at The Derryfield School. If you note errors, please notify us at 603.669.4524, ext. 2261 or send an email to abranch@derryfield.org. Correspondence may be addressed to: Director of Communications, The Derryfield School, 2108 River Road, Manchester, NH 03104-1396. The Derryfield School welcomes students of any race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin. The School does not discriminate in its hiring, admission policies, or programs on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, or disabilities.

Cam Lencki ’10 takes a faceoff against rival Kearsage. www.derryfield.org

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Derryfield Athletics The Derryfield School is an independent, college preparatory high school located in Manchester, NH. Established in 1964, Derryfield is known for its academic and athletic achievements.

physical development, while conferring all of the other great benefits competition brings: encouraging teamwork, motivating individual improvement, developing sportsmanship… and let's not forget the thrill of winning. DS teams regularly compete in state tournaments and have won over 20 state championships in the last 10 years.

Derryfield has more athletic offerings than any Class S school in New Hampshire.

That's because at Derryfield we know when young people want Approximately two to be their best, they need to thirds of the students particihave athletic opportunities that pate in competitive Middle enhance fitness and healthy School teams, Upper School junior varsity, or Upper School varsity teams.

Many students discover that Derryfield's inclusive, supportive environment is a great place to try a new sport.

Others find that the terrific coaches have the passion, expertise, and professionalism to help them take their skills to the highest level.

Coach Powell discusses strategy with a middle school athlete on the turf field.

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While many of the students go on to participate in sports in college, Derryfield’s goal is to encourage all students to be healthy, active individuals for life. Students at DS have gone on to play Division I, II and III sports in college, while others have found enjoyment in club and intramural sports. Year after year DS athletes receive state-wide recognition for their play. In the past four years, seven Derryfield students have been named “Player of the Year” in their sport and numerous have been named to All-State teams.

The coaches at Derryfield all have strong resumes. They include elite coaching licenses, playing experience at the professional level, members of nationally-ranked collegiate teams, and several “Coach of the Year” awards. Seven coaches at Derryfield have been named to the NH Coaches Hall of Fame for over 25 years of dedication to NH athletics. The coaches at DS completely devote themselves to their teams and help the student-athletes mature both on and off the playing field.

While every coach wants their team to win, they also realize that building experience and

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developing sportsmanship is vital to a student’s ability to succeed beyond Derryfield.

Students choose the small size of Derryfield over larger high schools in the State because they receive a strong education while still having the ability to participate in competitive athletics. The small class sizes give students an opportunity to stand out and become involved in classroom discussions and activities. Students learn time management skills early and are able to balance the academic workload with

2009 and 2010 Coach of the Year Chris Hettler energizes the Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse team during a timeout.

“Students learn time management skills early and are able to balance the academic workload with the rigors of varsity sports.” hopes of playing sports at the college level while receiving the best education they can get and still being able to be home for dinner. This publication shows the 2010 spring season of sports at Derryfield, showing other students who made the choice to get a great education while still being able to compete in strong athletics.

Derryfield is continuing to gain This magazine was written by recognition for its athletic achievements, while continuing two Derryfield seniors who to offer numerous opportunichose Derryfield over larger ties for students looking to parhigh schools and are happy ticipate in non-varsity sports. with their decision. Both students were able to fulfill their the rigors of varsity sports. DS challenges their student-athletes to aim high on the playing field and in the classroom while keeping a balanced life.

Derryfield has a great reputation with colleges across the country with DS students constantly being accepted at the most competitive and prestigious schools in the country.

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Coach Morales talks with his players between matches.

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B OY S VA R S I T Y L AC R O S S E state. In 2009, Hettler

the Cougars have found impressive offen‑

was named Division

sive output from first year starters Matt

III “Coach of the Year”

Milne ʻ13 and Brandan Rivard ʻ10.

and the Union

Boys Varsity Lacrosse Coach Chris Hettler Coach Chris Hettler does it all̶Head Coach of Middle School Cross‑Country, Varsity Alpine Skiing, and Varsity Boysʼ Lacrosse. Hettler attended Colgate University and was a four‑year letterman as a goaltender for the menʼs lacrosse team and was also named to the Patriot League academic honor roll. He was then drafted into Major League Lacrosse where he played four years with the Boston Cannons.

Hettler also served as the SNHU womenʼs lacrosse team goalie coach as well as the St. Anslems menʼs goalie coach. He is current‑ ly coach of the U19 NH Tomahawks, a pre‑ mier lacrosse club that is nationally known.

Chris started at DS in 2002 taking over a lacrosse program that was only playing at the club level and has transformed it into being ranked in the top 10 teams in the

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Leader Coach of the

Derryfieldʼs success has come from its tal‑

Year for NH Lacrosse.

ented core at the midfield which utilizes

Derryfield lacrosse is

the strength of 1st Team All‑State Chris

starting to become

Coppinger ʻ10 (33 goals, 21 assists, 67.6%

recognized as one of

FOʼs), the speed of 2nd Team All‑State

the elite programs in

Brandan Rivard ʻ10 (22 goals, 22 assists), and

the state, thanks to

the determination, talent, and hustle of 2nd

the coaching of Chris Hettler.

Team All‑State Jack Dowst ʻ11 (15 goals, 11 assists). The offense has seen incredible

Season Outlook

numbers this year out of 1st Team All‑State Ben Calegari ʻ10 (39 goals, 28 assists) and

Behind such a great leader, it is no wonder

2nd Team All‑State Matt Milne ʻ13 (39 goals,

that Derryfield is finding so much success

32 assists), who have both surpassed the

this year as it looks to begin the playoffs.

previous record point total. Contributions

The team has thrived this year with the

from All‑State Honorable Mention James

defense making a name for itself on the

Donovan (25 goals, 9 assists) and Alec Avery

national level, being ranked as high as 16th

ʻ10 (16 goals, 7 assists) have also been key

in the United States in Goals Against per

parts of the offense. The defense has seen

Game. The Derryfield Boys Lacrosse team

great play out of Defensive Player of the

has done wonders to fill the spots of the

Year Nate Milne, 2nd Team All‑State

graduating class, most notably the loss of

Defender Ian Will, and 1st Team All‑State

Senior Captain and 1st Team All‑State

Goalie Zach Morgan.

member Ryan Clauson ʻ09. But Derryfield returns seven All‑State players midfielder

As the playoffs begin, expect great things

Chris Coppinger ʻ10, Jack Dowst ʼ11, Ben

out of the Derryfield Boys Lacrosse team as

Calegari ʻ11, Zach Morganʼ10, Nate Milne

they look to make Stellos Stadium their new

ʻ11, Ian Will ʼ11, and James Donovan ʻ10,

home and bring the School their first

who have all acknowledged the big loss

Lacrosse State Championship under the

they must overcome. Each returning starter

helm of Coach Hettler..

has stepped up their effort to ensure team success. To add to the overall team talent,

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Chris Coppinger ʻ10

Nate Milne ʻ11

The two‑time 1st Team All‑State

Ben Calegari ʻ10

The six foot three defensive power was a

The sharp shooting lefty attackman was

Selection has been dominant at face‑offs all

force to be reckoned with during the regular

named to 2nd Team All‑State last year while

year and has been a scoring power that

season. Milne and fellow defender Ian Will

setting the scoring record for most points in

teams have keyed in on all season. His

ʻ11 were the leaders behind a defense that

Derryfield Lacrosse history under Coach

strength and will to drive to the cage have

pushed the top 10 in the country in goals

Hettler. Calegari has broken the scoring

left many opposing defensive midfielders in

against average during the regular season.

record he set last season and currently has

the dust as he forces his way past for a shot

With his unparalleled grace and skill paired

67 points going into the playoffs and was

on goal. Coppinger has been recruited to

with his height, Milne will cause many prob‑

named to 1st Team All‑State as an attack‑

play for Roger Williams University and com‑

lems for the opposition in the playoffs. Milne

men this year as his already impressive num‑

pete in Division III lacrosse.

was named Defensive Player of the Year.

bers have improved.

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Regular Season Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse

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Kennett HS Trinity HS Gilford HS Kearsarge Reg HS Nashua HS North Pelham HS Pembroke Academy Milford HS Stevens Laconia Kearsarge Hollis-Brookline John Stark Hopkinton Monadnock Regional HS

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Derryfield in 2004 and coached the team to the state championship game one year later. Under her strong leader‑ ship, Derryfield's girls' lacrosse team has grown from 13 to 34 members and has recently established a JV program.

Tina's philosophy is, "Sports really do prepare you for life by instilling values of commitment, responsibility and teamwork and by developing self‑confi‑ dence. Athletics challenges players to push themselves beyond their comfort zones to prove that they can do more than they think they can. It is empower‑ ing at any level."

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Girls Varsity Lacrosse Coach Tina White Tina White's history as a lacrosse player is extraordinary. After graduating from one of the top high school teams in the U.S., Tina went on to play at Brown University from 1995‑1999. After her career as a player, she began coaching at Concord High School and won three Division 1 Championships. She came to

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After four years of barely making the playoffs, the Cougars feel like this is the year to make a run in the playoffs.

GVLAX returns everyone on the roster from last year including tri‑captains Cam Lencki ʼ10, Ariel Berk ʼ10, and Alex Donovan ʼ10. Last year the Cougars lost in the first round to the eventual cham‑ pionship winners Hollis‑Brookline. But with everyone back and a training trip to Florida, the Cougars are going to rely on their experience and veteran leader‑

ship to help them go deep in the play‑ offs. Their leading goal scorer Charlotte Walters ʼ11 looks to remain a presence at the attack position, scoring goals and drawing double teams to get other players involved. The team will undoubtedly run through the play of senior Cam Lencki, second team all‑ state last year. She will take the majority of the face‑offs and will help control the midfield for DS. Alex Donovan and Sam Hough ʼ10 will lead the team on defense with their groundball controls.

Veteran Olivia Donahue ʼ11 and new‑ comer Haley Shermerhorn ʼ12 will split time between the pipes. Ariel Berk and Amanda van Duren ʼ12 will play large roles in the offense with their agility and perimeter ball control. There is a lot of talent on the roster, but Hollis‑ Brookline is still going to be a force to be reckoned with this year. This could be a breakthrough year for head coach Tina White and the Derryfield lacrosse program if the team can play to its potential.

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Ariel Berk ʻ10

Charlotte Walters ʻ11

A two‑year tri‑captain who focuses on making opportunities for her team‑ mates, Berk has piled up assists over the season as her strength is finding teammates from behind the cage. Berk plays her position well and is always open behind the net. Not only is she hard to defend, but Berk has found suc‑ cess rolling the crease and making strong cuts for goals of her own.

The scoring leader each year sheʼs been on the team, Walters is unstop‑ pable. With unbelievable ball control and stick skills along with a deadly accurate shot, Walters is very dangerous within the 8 meter. A strong player all over the field, Walters hustles to double team in the midfield and causes crucial turnovers with her strong checks and perfect body position.

Cam Lencki ʻ10 Also a two‑year tri‑captain, Lencki is a force to be reckoned with on the field.

From her draw controls to her mid‑field hustle, Cam is an important contributer all over the field. Not only can she weave around defenders for a goal, but she can also shut down the other team when she plays defense. With great stick skills and a passion for the game, Cam is a thrill to watch.

GIRLS VARSITY LACROSSE

Regular Season Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Girls Lacrosse

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Pelham HS Merrimack Valley HS Kingswood Reg HS John Stark Reg HS Oyster River HS Kearsarge Reg HS Plymouth Reg HS Gilford Hollis-Brookline Kingswood Kearsarge Laconia Hopkinton Pembroke Oyster River

Loss 9-13 Win 16-4 Win 11-6 Win 13-11 Win 15-11 Loss 12-9 Win 10-8 Win 16-2 Loss 16-2 Win 12-11 Win 9-7 Win 14-2 Tie Win 18-8 Loss 19-13

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Pride. Hastings

starting catcher Alex Jenney ʻ11. At six

played four years

feet three inches, Jenney provides a big

with the Pride,

bat in the middle of the line‑up and will

while also teach‑

help the Cougar defense immensely with

ing physical edu‑

his strong arm and blocking abilities.

cation at DS. In

Reed Gilroy ʻ11 will provide a strong arm

2007, Jeff Hastings

in the outfield as well as a big bat in the

played in the Israel

middle of the line‑up. Co‑captain Tim

Baseball League

Reichheld ʻ10 will be back playing a solid

with other profes‑

second base and will give the Cougars a

sional players.

spark at the top of their lineup with his

Hastings is an

Boys Varsity Baseball Coach Jeff Hastings Jeff Hastings started at Derryfield in 1999 and has completely changed the baseball program. DS baseball was a mediocre program until Coach Hastings trans‑ formed it into a divisional powerhouse.

Highlighted by a state championship in 2003, Hastings has consistently put Derryfield baseball at the top of Class S. Jeff Hastings was a standout, two‑sport athlete at Plymouth State University, playing football and baseball.

He was captain of the baseball team his junior and senior years and won the “Panther Award.” After breaking records at PSU, Hastings played professional base‑ ball in the Atlantic league for the Nashua

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speed. Marty McCormick ʻ11 is back off

amazing coach

his ACL injury and will be Derryfieldʼs best

who has mastered

pitcher. His two‑seam fastball mixed with

the talent of com‑

his change‑up will keep opposing batters

municating the

at bay. Although DS brings back a solid

skills of the game

core of returners, they will still have to rely

to his players. In 2008, he won the Class S

on some youth in the lineup such as

“Coach of the Year.” In the past two sea‑

freshman utility player Nick Regan ʻ13 and

sons the team is 32‑4 under the helm of

sophomore outfielder/pitcher Tucker

Coach Hastings, and look to improve on

Allard ʻ12. This could be a breakthrough

this mark in the 2010 season.

season for Derryfield baseball, but it is going to take a lot of focus and veteran

Season Outlook

leadership from the players to get back to

After disappointing losses in the quarterfi‑

the championship.

nals the last two years, the Derryfield baseball team hopes to be back at Fisher Cats Stadium competing for the champi‑ onship. In the past two years the team is a combined 33‑3 but have been upset in the second round of the playoffs both years. But this is a new year. As Coach Jeff Hastings likes to say, “DS baseball has unfinished business.” The Cougars return their four‑year shortstop Steve Burke ʻ10, a two time first team all‑state selection and co‑captain this year. The three‑hitter will need to pitch well and play solid defense if the team is to make a run in the play‑ offs. DS also brings back their two‑year

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Steve Burke ʻ10

Marty McCormick ʻ11

A four‑year starter at shortstop and a two‑time first team all‑state player, Steve will captain the Cougars in his senior year. He is the hardest hitter to pitch to with his ability to hit to any part of the park. Burke is a strongest defen‑ sive player, but will also see time on the mound.

Coming off an ACL tear that kept him out of his sophomore year, Marty will play a huge role for the Cougars.

He will be the top pitcher and a solid third baseman. McCormick will also provide a spark in the middle of the lineup with his ability to drive in runs and hit the ball to the opposite field.

Alex Jenney ʻ11 Alex will be the starting catcher for the Cougars for his third straight year. A reliable defensive player, Jenney will keep oppossing base runners from stealing with a strong arm behind the dish. He will also provide a strong bat from the clean‑up spot, looking to drive in runs and get on base.

BOYS VARSITY BASEBALL

Regular Season

Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball Varsity Baseball

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Campbell Hinsdale Moultonborough PCA Newmarket Nute Wilton-Lyndeborough Wilton-Lyndeborough PCA Hinsdale Sunapee Moultonborough Sunapee Hopkinton Newmarket Nute

Loss 11-0 Loss 10-9 Win 9-4 Win 3-0 Loss 12-11 Win 16-1 Win 9-6 Win 12-0 Loss 10-4 Loss 3-1 Win 6-5 Win 11-9 Loss 11-1 Loss 5-2 Loss 6-3 Win 14-9

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Girls Varsity Softball Coach Michelle Coombes Michelle Coombes coaches in all seasons of Derryfield athlet‑ ics. She is the assistant coach of girls varsity soccer, head coach of JV girls basketball, and the head coach of varsity soft‑ ball. Coombes played for the Nashua High School varsity basketball team from 1986‑ 1989 when they were ranked number one in the USA Today national high school girls bas‑ ketball poll. She went on the play Division I basketball at the University of New Hampshire.

Coach started at DS and has used her athletic and coaching talents to advance athletics at Derryfield. She is an enthusias‑ tic coach who always has a

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positive out‑ look.

Coombes and her players develop a strong bond through her outgoing and fun per‑ sonality.

She is a two time Class S JV Coach of the Year and, most recently helped coach the girls varsity soccer team to a state title in 2009.

Coach Coombes remarks, “Play hard, learn the game, and have fun. Positive reinforcement is at the heart of my coaching style.”

Season Outlook The Derryfield softball team enters this year losing three great players. Their captain graduated and two juniors switched sports, leaving the softball team struggling for players. Luckily, a new hope came from the middle school.

The DS middle school has a solid softball program with some great young talent. The upper school varsity team asked a few middle schoolers to not just help out, but play

important roles for this season.

Despite the record, this is a very enthusiastic team with a lot of heart. Emmy Keller ʼ11 and Maeve Mitchell ʼ11 are the vocal leaders on the team, inspiring the young players to give it their all. This has been a disappointing year so far with only one win, but head coach Michelle Coombes keeps the team going with her passion and energy. Savannah Lavoie ʼ13 is a stand out pitcher as a freshman and looks to have a lot of potential for the future.

Kerryn Dobbin ʼ12 is another bright spot for the Cougars with her pitching and defen‑ sive work. Cory Greer ʼ14, Margo Pierson ʼ14 and Genevieve Corman ʼ14 are all eighth graders who stepped up for the team and have shown great promise for the program. Kim Pollock ʼ11 has fought through a tough ankle injury and has emerged as one of the most talented players on the team. Donʼt look too deeply into this season because the DS softball team has a lot of potential for the future.

Despite the difficult season, Derryfield has qualified for the playoffs as the 16th seed.

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Maeve Mitchell ʻ11

Emmy Keller ʻ11

A junior co‑captain, Maeve is a start‑ ing pitcher and the shortstop. She com‑ mands the infield during games, snag‑ ging grounders and shouting out where the play is to and how many outs there are. She bats third in the line‑ up.

A junior co‑captain, Emmy is the softball teamʼs star catcher. Emmy catches the teamʼs fastest pitchers, blocks almost every ball and has a great throw down to catch runners stealing.

She is the lead off hitter and gets the show rolling when the team is up to bat.

Savannah Lavoie ʻ13 Also a starting pitcher, Savvanah plays shortstop and third base. She bats number two in the lineup and has been hitting and pitching well all season. Her position in the batting order compli‑ ments both her co‑captains and keeps the top of the order strong.

GIRLS VARSITY SOFTBALL

Regular Season

Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball Varsity Softball

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Hopkinton HS Campbell HS Hinsdale High School Moultonborough Academy Newmarket Jr/Sr HS Nute PCA Wilton-Lyndeboro Coop HS Wilton-Lyndeboro Coop HS PCA Hinsdale Moultonborough Sunapee Newmarket Nute

Loss 19-1 Loss 19-1 Loss 18-6 Loss 20-4 Loss 24-1 Win 24-20 Loss 16-3 Loss 19-6 Loss 25-2 Loss 23-4 Loss 29-3 Loss 12-0 Loss 12-0 Loss 25-3 Loss 20-19

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competing role to help win‑ matches. Freshman Jason Berk ʻ13 has also made a great contri‑ bution to the team.

Boys Varsity Tennis Coach Bruce Berk Coach Bruce Berk has been coaching tennis and soccer pro‑ grams in New Hampshire and Massachusetts for the last thirty years. In tennis, he has been exclusively involved with varsity programs and 2010 will make his 27th season as the boysʼ coach. During these decades he has had the opportunity to work with and develop players rang‑ ing in talent from strong club players to Division I and Division III college athletes. The opportu‑ nity to work with players on the courts and teach them in the classroom has created an important model for the success of the team.

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Morgan and Vadalia have been matched up for doubles all sea‑ son and have proved a domi‑ nant team that opponents have yet to defeat. David and Coler are also working together for the first time and are ironing out the kinks as they learn how to compliment each other on the court.

Season Outlook Using this model for success, it is no wonder that current senior Connor John Keyes ʼ10 has seen his school win a championship every year since he came to Derryfield as a 6th grader in 2003. This year the goal is no dif‑ ferent; Derryfield wants and expects to win again. Although the Boys Varsity Tennis team graduated two All‑State players last year in Finn Westbrook ʻ09 and Carsten Christandl ʻ09, the team returns the reigning Class S Player of the Year in Henry Morgan ʼ11. Morgan leads his team once again with his pow‑ erful play. He has found help from fellow classmate Anuj Vadalia ʼ11 who was the #4 play‑ er last year and has moved up to #2. Rookie Garrett Mayo ʼ11 has been the biggest surprise this season, stepping into a

This looks to be another great year for the Cougars. The Derryfield Tennis program will try to close out their final season in Division III with another title.

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Connor Keyes ʻ10 The returning top 6 player has played well this season as the lone senior on the team. His experience has proved vital to team success as he has been a part of three State Champion teams already. The outcome of the sea‑ son could very well be dictated by Keyesʼ leadership and composure in crucial playoff matches.

Henry Morgan ʻ11 The reigning Class M‑S Player of the Year, Morgan is a powerhouse. He has yet to lose a match this year in Class M‑ S and will likely maintain this perfect record throughout the playoffs. Elected the team Captain, Henry will attempt to help his team to another State Championship as he sets an example of what it takes to win.

Anuj Vadalia ʻ11 Anuj is an unbelievably gifted athlete who has excelled in soccer and basket‑ ball as well as tennis. His quickness and energy on the tennis court wear down his opponents until they essesntially beat themselves. Like Henry, Anuj also provides his team with an example of how to win through his hard work on the court.

BOYS VARSITY TENNIS

Regular Season Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Boys Tennis

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Wilton-Lyndeboro Coop HS Chelmsford, MA Conant HS Gilford HS Sanborn Reg HS PCA PCA Inter-Lakes HS Conant Wilton-Lyndeboro Coop HS Chelmsford, MA Sanborn Regional HS

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Smith ʼ11 and Emily Mastrogiacomo ʼ10. The biggest surprise, however, was the loss of freshman Zohdi (ranked #19 in New England Girls Tennis) who left the school. Leaving Zohdiʼs shad‑ ow, Brittany Potter ʻ12 has been forced to step up her game with the loss of her standout classmate.

Girls Varsity Tennis Coach Gus Moral Coach Gus Moral is in his twelfth year as the head coach of the Derryfield School Girls' Tennis Program. During his tenure, Gus's teams have won the Class M/S State Championships five times and were finalists five times. He is a Certified Instructor with the Professional Tennis Registry, a member of USTA, and is highly involved in promoting all aspects of tennis in New Hampshire and New England.

Gus is a former president of USTA New Hampshire, Professional Tennis Registry New Hampshire

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Representative, and Chair of the USTA National Adaptive Tennis Committee. He was named the USTA/New England 2008 High School Coach of the Year.

Season Outlook The Girls Varsity Tennis pro‑ gram has benefited greatly from the addition of Coach Moral, but its strength lies in the talent of its players. Last year the team was powered by the play of Lydia MacKenzie ʼ09 and Nicole Zohdi ʼ12 who were the NH State Champion Doubles Team. As MacKenzie graduated, the team knew they would need to find some‑ one to fill her shoes in Aislinn

The Girlsʼ Varsity Tennis team has overcome the setback of losing four of last yearʼs top six players. Stepping up to the challenge this season, Brittany Potter ʻ12, Taylor Shomo ʻ12, Catalina Benich ʻ11, and Rachel Moss ʻ11 have performed exceptionally well and helped the team win all but one regu‑ lar season match. Behind Captains Aislinn Smith and Emily Mastrogiacomo, look for the Cougars to make a big run in the playoffs as they hope to three‑peat as State Champions.

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Aislinn Smith ʻ10 Aislinnʼs athleticism and desire to outperform her opponents has brought her much success in not only tennis, but in basketball and soccer as well. A two‑time First Team All‑State Soccer player and the Co‑Captain of the Varsity Basketball team, Aislinn is able to chan‑ nel her speed and grace into success on the tennis court.

Emily Mastrogiacomo ʻ10 Emily Mastrogiacomo has estab‑ lished herself as a talented player with unparalleled determination to win. With her career record at Derryfield being an outstanding 78‑7 (91.8%), it is no won‑ der that she has been named to the Granite State All‑Conference Team and is a candidate for an All‑State nomina‑ tion.

Brittany Potter ʻ12 Jumping into the starting line up this year, Brittany has lost a few games but found mostly success. The move from a non top 6 player to the number 3 play‑ er has yielded great challenges for Potter, but she has met them well. As the playoffs begin it will be crucial that she plays well to insure Cougars suc‑ ceed.

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Moultonborough Academy Wilton-Lyndeboro Coop HS Conant HS Gilford HS Sanborn Reg HS Hanover HS Bishop Brady HS Stevens HS Inter-Lakes HS Stevens HS Conant Sanborn Regional HS Sanborn Regional HS Wilton-Lyndeboro Coop HS

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Boys and Girls Varsity Crew

the best oarswomen they can be."

Coach David Pook

Season Outlook

David Pook has coached men's and women's crew at Indiana University, Berkshire School, St. Paul's, and at the Lake Sunapee Rowing Club for many years. His crews have won NEIRA Championships four times, and medaled repeatedly. He rowed in col‑ lege for the University of Pennsylvania and has his Level III coaching certifica‑ tion for crew. In defining his coaching philosophy, David stated, "My convic‑ tion is that rowing is the most fun when it's done well, so I strive to make everyone on the team better technical rowers, believing that improving our technique will lead to the most enjoy‑ able results. In everything I say my aim is to help rowers learn to analyze their own rowing technique and make lasting improvements that help them become

Their season, just like their races, began with a sprint. The Crew trip down to South Carolina for Spring training has always been a galvanizing experience for rowers and coaches alike, and was even more so this year. With such a small group of oarsmen and oarswom‑ en, 24 in all, the six days spent in the heat of the Deep South created a tight knit team who would stand by each other for the proceeding two months.

Soldiering through ferocious wind, marauding hail and biting cold, the team proved itself in heart and spirit as well as in athleticism and technical prowess.

This season, Derryfield proudly won back from Brewster Academy its own Davison Cup. The cup is named after US National Team rower and

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Derryfield graduate Kate Davison. The season also saw the boysʼ and girlsʼ top varsity boats qualify for the New England Interscholastic Rowing Associationʼs regional championships, with the boys boasting a 13 seed and the girls a 15th seed.

Sadly, this season marks the departure of two of their beloved coaches, Varsity coach Vin Broderick and Novice coach Lisa Dirth. Derryfield crew has enjoyed many successes dur‑ ing their tenure as coaches, including womenʼs and menʼs crews qualifying to compete at Nationals. As a chapter in the history of the Derryfield Crew clos‑ es, another chapter opens under the guidance of Coach David Pook, Coach Bill Madden, and Coach Annie Branch.

Led by captains and seniors alike, the team looks to the future with unabated enthusiasm.

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

Maddie Kramer ʻ10 Maddieʼs determination in the boat has led her far in her rowing career at Derryfield and will lead her further as she plans to continue rowing at Villanova University next year. She had successful season due to her hard work and diligence in practice and in races.

Brandon Wilson ʻ10 Brandonʼs effort at practice and during races makes him a fierce competitor on the water.

Continuing his career next year at Hamilton, look for Wilson to find more and more success as he strives to perfect his technique and grow stronger to meet the demands of college rowing.

Heather Monty ʻ10 Heather is the face of the Womenʼs First Boat at Derryfield and her dedication to her sport is unmatched. Her heart, height, and strength are the tools she uses to propel her team to fast finishes.

Heather will be rowing at Bates next year.

Crew Results St. Mark’s Race W1: 4th M1: 3rd W2: 3rd M2: 3rd Worcester Academy Race W1: 1st W2: 1st BB&N Race M1: 3rd M2: 3rd

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Wayland/Weston Invitational W1: 8th M1:9th W2: 10th M2: 10th

Northeast Junior Regional Championships W1: 4th in semi M1: 4th in heat W2: 6th in heat M2: 6th

Davison Cup W1: 2nd M1: 3rd W2: 2nd M2: 4th M3: 5th

NEIRA Championships W1: 6th in heat M1: 6th in heat

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D E R R Y F I E L D ’ S DY N A S T Y

Derryfield’s Dynasty

by Adam Spinella ’10

Itʼs no secret that Derryfieldʼs Menʼs Tennis Team is the crowned jewel of the Schoolʼs athletic program. With seven consecutive Class‑S State Championships, the Derryfield tennis program is officially a dynasty. In any aspect of sports, seven consec‑ utive championships is an almost unattainable feat. But one thing makes the dynasty at Derryfield all the more impressive: the School does not actively recruit for sports.

So how does a team that does not choose its players become as successful as Derryfield has become?

Members of the Class of 2010 who came to Derryfield when they were in sixth grade have seen a tennis banner raised in the gymnasium each year. With twelve state champi‑

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onships since 1984, tennis has always been not only the most successful, but perhaps most beloved team at Derryfield. At the helm of the teamʼs success has been Head Coach Bruce Berk, who has been the teamʼs coach since 1983. Under Berk, the team has won twelve State Championships, and been one of the most respected ten‑ nis teams in the State – regardless of Class.

Coach Berk shared memories of his early coaching years, including two State Championships in 1988 and 1989. The 1989 team, which finished with a per‑ fect 19‑0 record, was led by players such as Ray Hindle, Jim Rich, Keith Linhart,

and the teamʼs number one, Jamie Ashworth. The teamʼs top seven won 116 of 122 matches they participated in that year, an absolutely amaz‑ ing statistic. Rich and Linhart were freshmen in 1989, and stayed on to captain the team until 1992. Rich and Linhart were able to win the Doubles Championships in 1991 and 1992, and Rich took home the Singles Title both years. No competitor from Derryfield has won an Individual Tennis State Championship since.

The team won the State Championships again in 1991 and 1992. “Those three years were very fun,” said Coach Berk.

“We had the same group of guys for virtually three years.

They all grew together and were one of the most special

Than Moore ‘08 serves the ball during a playoff match at Derryfield.

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groups of guys Iʼve had.”

Following the successful run of the early 1990s, and both Richʼs and Linhartʼs grad‑ uation (with Jim Rich playing colle‑ giately at Dartmouth College), Derryfield won the Class M‑S State Championships only in 1994 and 1998 to close out the decade. From 2000‑2002, the Derryfield Menʼs tennis teams would advance to the State Championship each year, and

memorable one for the Cougars. Led by Co‑Captains Alex Green ʻ08 and Than Moore ʻ08, who have both gone on to play collegiately, the team won the State Championship in decisive fash‑

The always modest Coach Berk was quick to point back to his players and take little credit for himself.

“All I have to do is harness the ponies,” said Berk. “We are

“We are successful for two reasons: the kids put in so much work and effort in the offseason, and we have always had amazing athletes on the tennis team. It’s really a combination of quickness, competitiveness, and luck.” would be turned away

by Bow High School each year. But since then, the ten‑ nis team has been virtually untouchable: winning the State Title every year since 2003.

The 2008 season was an especially

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ion. Green and Moore were heralded for both their play and leadership, and helped tutor future leaders of the team, Henry Morgan ʻ11 and Anuj Vadalia ʻ11, who were freshmen on the team.

Derryfield beat Gilford 8‑1 in the Championship Match to secure its then sixth consecu‑ tive championship.

So what makes a high school program so successful? How can one school be so domi‑ nant for the span of a decade?

successful for two reasons: the kids put in so much work and effort in the offseason, and we have always had amazing ath‑ letes on the tennis team. Itʼs really a combination of quick‑ ness, competitiveness, and luck.”

The culture at Derryfield is such that it allows for the greatest athletes to try out for the tennis teams. Unlike most high schools in the area – and on a whole, the country – many athletes choose to play

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sports such as lacrosse and baseball, which have been sec‑ ondary to tennis at Derryfield.

The obvious question facing Derryfield in the future is how long can the Cougars keep this up? The test begins now, as the Cougars are facing a tough road ahead. The Class of 2009 graduated several corner‑ stones of the tennis program, and has left a young team to pick up the pieces, much like the team did twenty years prior. Only three players from the top seven a year ago returned to the team this year.

With only one senior on the team, the Cougars are desper‑ ately trying to find the perfect balance between competing for an eighth consecutive championship and preparing a

young and inexperienced team for the future.

“We do not have players will‑ ing to play tennis year‑round anymore,” said Coach Berk. “We just donʼt have that.”

Another obstacle seems to be coming into Derryfieldʼs path in the future. Starting in 2011, Derryfield will move up to Division 1 for tennis, and play larger schools in the area on a regular basis, such as Concord, Manchester Central, Keene, Londonderry, and Bishop Guertin. While the Cougars have been competing with these teams regularly (scrimmaging both Central and Bishop Guertin this year with success), the move to consistently play these oppo‑

Alex Green ‘08 prepares for a serve during a regular season match.

nents will bring several chal‑ lenges to the tennis program.

The tennis program here at Derryfield is starting to enter a regrouping stage. The Class of 2011 is one of the most athleti‑ cally dominant classes ever to come through Derryfield, and it will be hard to replace them once they leave. But much like The 1990 team, the Cougars can build around their youth and still be successful. If I were a betting man, I would not bet against the Cougars until they are removed from their pedestal. Never count out a team with a fantastic leader like Coach Berk at the helm.

Coach Berk with the 1998 State Championship Team.

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M I D D L E S C H O O L AT H L E T I C S

MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS In the Middle School at Derryfield, students are required to participate in two seasons of sports.

Derryfield offers everything from soccer and basketball to skiing, tennis, and even lacrosse. There are numer‑ ous opportunities for stu‑ dents to try new sports and interact with different stu‑ dents outside their friend groups. Athletics in the Middle School is a great way for students to develop healthy lifestyles while also creating new friendships.

DS only allows sev‑ enth and eighth graders to participate in sports, with the goal of sixth graders being to develop their aca‑ demic skills first. Instead of sports, sixth graders have a physical education class at the end of the day to help them stay active in their

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daily lives. While the sixth graders have class, the other middle school stu‑ dents partake in sports, playing in competitive and semi‑competitive leagues.

Every student has the opportunity to play, regard‑ less of skill and talent.

What makes middle school sports so special at Derryfield is the terrific coaches. All of the coaches in the middle school are also teachers, which helps the students develop a stronger bond with the fac‑ ulty. But just because they are teachers doesnʼt mean they do not have expertise in coaching. Most of the coaches have played the sports at high levels, includ‑ ing collegiate and profes‑ sional. All want to win, but in the Middle School devel‑ oping sportsmanship and a love for the game is more important.

Coaches want to see the stu‑ dents succeed, but they want them to mature and create healthy habits. While some DS ath‑ letes win champi‑

onships, all middle school‑ ers have fun.

A student in the Derryfield Middle School has the opportunity to try anything he or she wants.

No matter the talent level, a student is always welcome on a team, and in the pro‑ cess, will gain necessary athletic experience. Middle School athletics creates a strong foundation for stu‑ dents who go on to partici‑ pate in the high school.

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Lacrosse: A Growing Sport

By Adam Spinella ʻ10

Itʼs no secret: lacrosse is one of the most rapidly growing sports in America. It is no dif‑ ferent at Derryfield, as the Cougarsʼ lacrosse team is start‑ ing to turn into one of the most popular and successful teams the school fields. With Coach Hettler, the reigning Class S Coach of the Year, on top of his game, the 2010 sea‑ son is poised to be special for the Cougars. And while Coach

Brandan Rivard provides a spark in the midfield for the DS Lacrosse

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Hettler has been a phenome‑ nal coach throughout his tenure at Derryfield, perhaps his most valuable contribution has been opening lacrosse to many athletes and helping to spread the popularity among the student body.

Coach Hettler, the 72nd

Hettler and his enthusi‑ asm about the game caught the attention of two highly regarded athletes at Derryfield, senior Brandan Rivard ʻ10 and junior Bryan Rivard ʻ11. The Rivard brothers, longtime base‑ ball players, made the transi‑ tion this year to lacrosse, and have not only successfully picked up the game, but enjoyed their time on the team greatly.

“Lacrosse is such an excit‑ ing sport,” said Brandan Rivard.

Brandan finds himself starting in his first full year as a member

“Itʼs no secret: lacrosse is one of the most rapidly growing sports in America.

It is no different at Derryfield...” pick in the 2005 Major League Lacrosse Supplemental Draft by the Boston Cannons, enjoyed a lengthy playing career as a goaltender at Colgate University until 2002.

When Hettler began coaching here at Derryfield, the team was simply a club team, and moved back into legitimacy in 2007 – even though they fin‑ ished with a 2‑13 record. In three short years, the team has come quite a distance, and is now regarded not only as one of the best teams in Class S, but also in the State.

of the team, and has made the transition after eight years as a baseball player, including one here at Derryfield. Brandan played in one game during the regular season last year (adding 1 goal and 1 assist), but was just getting a feel for the game.

“I had a pretty easy time pick‑ ing it up,” he says.

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together on their own time to improve their skills in lacrosse – just as they have been doing throughout their childhood.

But lacrosse has appeal to many athletes, who are looking for an exciting sport in a spring season filled with more finesse sports, such as baseball and tennis. “Lacrosse is a fair com‑ promise between basketball and soccer,” said Bryan Rivard.

“The strategy and individual defensive skills from basketball and the positioning and spac‑ ing aspects of soccer are evi‑ dent in lacrosse. For me, it is the perfect combination.”

“Eight years of baseball definitely helped me,” said Brandan, who offered a differ‑ ent tone than his younger sib‑ ling. “The hand‑eye coordina‑ tion from baseball is a valuable

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asset in lacrosse.” But both brothers were able to agree that the physical aspect of lacrosse is one of the most intriguing parts of the game.

“Baseball definitely lacks that physical aspect,” added Bryan.

“Personally, [the physicality of lacrosse] is attractive to me.”

For both Brandan and Bryan, this year was the perfect time to pick up lacrosse.

Coming out of the 2009 lacrosse season, the Cougars knew that 2010 would be a promising year, as several of the top contributors would return and interest seemed to be peaking.

“It definitely made it more attractive to join a successful team and I knew I could help make it more successful”, said Brandan. And lacrosse was the talk of the school – even throughout the winter, as sev‑ eral members of the team played in an indoor lacrosse league run by Coach Hettler.

“Being a member of the lacrosse team is the thing to do.”

The Rivard brothers have found great success this season, so it is no won‑ der they are enjoying their experience with lacrosse.

Bryan Rivard has received significant playing time as a rookie.

Brandan has started each game at midfield for the Cougars while scoring 22 goals and 22 assists.

Bryan has been a clutch man‑down defender and has used his astounding athleti‑ cism to defend and outplay more experienced opponents.

Brandan Rivard has also been named to 2nd Team All‑State.

Brandan and Bryan talk after a Manchester Babe Ruth game.

Brandan Rivard defends an opposing player during the 2010 season.

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The Road to Recovery

The Road to Recovery: Marty McCormickʼs Return to DS Athletics

By Steve Burke ʻ10 The scoreboard read 3:04 left in the second quarter. Sophomore standout Marty McCormick leapt awkwardly to block a lay‑up by a Wilton‑Lyndeborough player and came down grimacing in pain. The packed Derryfield gym became silent as the trainers ran to his aid, but McCormickʼs fate was already sealed. Marty fell victim to every athleteʼs worst nightmare – a torn ACL. Even as a freshman, Marty was a promising athlete at Derryfield. He was the lowest shooting golfer both his freshmen and sophomore years and was the third leading scorer on the basketball team as a freshman

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with 150 points. In baseball, Marty showed a lot of potential as a pitch‑ er, highlighted by a 17‑strikeout game for the JV team. He was always a fierce competitor and showed an unwavering desire to win.

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four major liga‑ ments of the human knee and is critical to any movement of the knee. The function of the ACL is to provide stability to the knee and minimize stress across the knee joint. It restrains excessive forward movement of the tibia in relation to the femur and also limits rotational movement of the knee. A tear is usually due to a sudden stop and twisting motion of the knee, or a blow to the front of the knee result‑ ing in the ligament becoming over‑ stretched. The tear is very common in athletes as shown with the recent injuries of Tom Brady and Tiger

Woods. As Marty experienced first‑ hand, the recovery time is lengthy and stressful.

From January 5, 2009 to mid‑ August, Marty went through the surgery and rehabilitation process that comes with an ACL tear. Marty had to wait close to two months before surgery to let the swelling in his knee go down. “It was weird. I could walk and move somewhat comfortably, but I was forbidden from lateral movement,” McCormick remarked.

Marty went to Massachusetts General Hospital for his surgery and saw Dr. Mark Kramer, a widely regarded orthopaedic surgeon. The surgery lasted three hours but, unfortunately for Marty, that was the

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Marty watched as his brother Matt drives to the hoop in an emotional win over Sunapee. beginning of a long road to recov‑ ery. Post‑surgery, Marty had to be on crutches for a month and in a special leg cast for another month.

As if that wasnʼt difficult enough, he needed physical therapy three times a week for five months in order to bring his knee back to performance level.

“The rehab was frustrating and long,” McCormick commented, “I honestly found it more tedious than helpful.” Despite the monotony of rehab, it was necessary for the three‑ sport athlete to be ready for his junior year of high school athletics.

The pain of surgery and recovery was tough to bear for Marty, but the pain of missing the opportunity to play basketball and baseball with his older brother in his senior season was worse. Matt McCormick ʻ09,

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Martyʼs older brother, was captain of the basketball and baseball teams in his senior year and was a mentor for Marty both on and off the court.

Matt would catch the ball in the low post and would kick it out to Marty for a three in basketball, and Marty would field a ball at third base in baseball and throw it over to Matt at first base. Their chemistry together was unmatched. This injury caused Marty to watch his brother from the sideline, looking on as Matt excelled in the sports he was playing.

The basketball team had one of their best years in recent history because of the play of Matt, high‑ lighted by his buzzer‑beating shot to steal a win from rival Sunapee. “It was awful not being part of my brotherʼs senior season,” remarked Marty, “But watching Matt hit a game‑winning shot against Sunapee made me real‑ ly miss the game I love.”

Being a spectator was a difficult transition for Marty, and Mattʼs suc‑ cess without him made it even worse.

After eight months away from sports, Marty picked up right where he left off. He cap‑ tained the golf team and for his third straight year was the lowest shooting player. He averaged a thirty four on nine holes (two under par) and finished

ninth in the state‑‑ not bad for a player who was coming back from a debilitating injury. In basketball, Marty easily regained his stroke and helped lead the team to the semifi‑ nals, one round farther than where his brother went. And Marty jumped out to a 2‑0 start for the baseball team as a pitcher, hoping to help carry the team on his back deep into the postseason. The future looks bright for Marty McCormick and DS athletics.

A torn ACL is a nightmare for any athlete, but it takes a real competitor like Marty McCormick to comeback stronger and more determined.

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Athletes

in College

Heather Schofield ’05 at Boaton College

Derryfield has a long history of having their athlete’s play sports in college. DS alumni have gone on to play Division I, II, and III athletics in college. Every sport has produced at least one athlete that plays at the next level.

DS is a great place to get exposure with college coaches with our beautiful playing fields and school spirit.

College coaches recognize the athletic and academic rigors of Derryfield and appreciate the choice to balance difficult school work with competitive athletics.

Most of the coaches at Derryfield have a great knowledge of collegiate athletics and can guide you in the direction you want to pursue.

They also have strong relationships with college coaches and can help you get recognized and recruited.

This page is designed to acknowledge the DS alumni who have gone on to play sports in college.

Derryfield Athletes in College Classes of 1998-2010

Timothy Jundanian ’06 at Harvard University Eric Spierer ’06 at Wesleyan University

Baseball

Lauren Baker ’07 at Wellesley College

Larry Longo ’08 at Keene State College

Hilary Hamer ’07 at Brandeis College

Steve Burke ’10 at Bates College

Paige Houlihan ’07 at University of RI

Basketball

Kirsten Laaspere ’07 at Bates College

Emily Scott ’01 at Union College

Charles Lister-James ’08 at St. Andrews

Crew

Kathleen Reynolds ’08 at University of NC

Chris Garos ’00 College of William and Mary

Spencer McCormick ’09 at Hobart College

Katie Albert ’01 at Northeastern University

Gavin Slusher ’09 at Lewis and Clark

Xan Harwood ’02 at Lewis and Clark

Maddie Kramer ’10 at Villanova University

Dave Colburn ’03 at Northeastern University

Heather Monty ’10 at Bates College

Kate Davison ’03 at Dartmouth College

Brandon Wilson ’10 at Hamilton

Sarah Michaels ’03 at Lehigh University

Jake Harwood ’10 at Bates College

Seth Gilroy ’07 at American University

Parker Mitchell ’07 at Yale University

Meg Steer ’09 at Williams College

Nick Couraud ’04 at University of Vermont George Dirth ’04 at Oregon State University Thad Dupuis ’04 at University of Pennsylvania Whitney Krause ’04 at Vassar College Corey Davison ’05 at Wesleyan University

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Chiara Arcidy ’06 at Columbia University

Cross-Country Glen Frieden ’06 at Middlebury College Jenna Sirkin ’00 at Tufts University

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Julie Hilliard ’01 at Bates College

Kayla Delahanty ’07 at St. Lawrence

Melanie Hebert ’02 at Calvin College

Chad Kelsey ’08 at Whittier College

Softball

Laura Desjarlais ’04 at Lake Forest College

Nick Bryan ‘08 at George Washington

Tori Starr ’05 at Colby College

Carolyn Goodwin ’05 at Gettysburg College

Matt Falkenham ‘08 at Coastal Carolina

Hannah Walters ’08 at Clarkson University

Swimming

Chris Coppinger ’10 at Roger Williams

Pike Severance ’98 at Connecticut College

Field Hockey Maureen Harrington ’02 at Lehigh University Alexa Warburton ’05 at Middlebury College Sarah Umberger ’06 at Wittenberg University Alice Townsend ’07 at Hamilton College

Jenna Sirkin ’00 at Tufts University

Nordic Skiing Kate Newick ’00 at Middlebury College

Katherine DiPastina ’09 at Cornell University

Leah Burke ’09 at Bates College Adam Spierer ’09 at Colby College

Jake Birchard ’06 at St. Lawrence University

Tennis

Julia Maldonado ’08 at Trinity College

Kelly Schwartz ’08 at Johns Hopkins

Hannah Will ’08 at Tufts University

Soccer Stacy Starner ’99 at Williams College

Golf

Christine Culver ’00 at Connecticut College

Dylan Evans ’06 at Lehigh University

Julie Jorgensen ’02 at West Point

Kurt Schuler ’06 at Bates College

Joelle Emery ’04 at Tufts University

Taylor Scott ’06 at College of the Holy Cross

Jenny Cox ’06 at Colby College

Ali Geiger ’00 at University of Chicago

Alex Green ’08 at Boston University Than Moore ’08 at Colby University Akash Vadalia ’08 at Brandeis University Lydia MacKenzie ’09 at Gettysburg College Finn Westbrook ‘09 at Gettysburg College

Kayla Delahanty ’07 St. Lawrence University

Lacrosse James Keiner ’01 at Southern N H University Kate Dewey ’05 at Cornell University Isabel Plourde ’06 at Kenyon

Annie Jenney ’07 at Trinity College

Lauren Bradley ’09 at Knox College Camille Smith ’09 at Trinity College Andrea Green ’10 at Boston University Brandan Rivard ’10 at Colby College

Nathalie Morrison ’06 at Occidental Rachel Romanowsky ’06 at Trinity College

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Athletics Top Ten Club This honor is awarded to seniors who have participated in 10 or more sports seasons for Derryfield.

Alec Avery

Steve Burke

Chris Coppinger

Soccer

Soccer

Crew

Alpine SKiing

Basketbal l Baseball

Cross-country

Lacrosse

Basketball Lacrosse

Baseball

Brendan Dobbin

James Donovan

Erin Ferguson

Golf

Soccer

Crew

Alpine Skiing

Alpine Skiing

Cross-Country

Lacrosse

Lacrosse

Nordic Skiing Softball

Kendall Kaspar

Cam Lencki

Umer Malik

Crew

Soccer

Crew

Swimming

Alpine Skiing

Basketball

Lacrosse

Tennis

Zachary Morgan

Matthew Porat

Tim Reichheld

Soccer

Crew

Soccer

Alpine Skiing

Nordic Skiing

Alpine Skiing Nordic SKiing

Lacrosse

Baseball

Brandan Rivard

Alex Seiger

Brandon Wilson

Soccer

Crew

Soccer

Basketball

Swimming

Crew

Baseball

Tennis

Alpine Skiing

Lacrosse

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REFLECTION

ISP REFLECTIONS The Derryfield School offers an Independent Senior Project (ISP) to their upper school seniors during the last six weeks of the school year. This gives the students an opportunity to get out of the classroom and pursue “real world” experiences.

Projects range from internships, teaching middle school students, or working with EMT’s. When we heard about this project, we knew that we had to take advantage of this opportunity.

Both of us have played four years of varsity athletics at Derryfield and have grown to love playing sports at DS. We want the athletic program to continue to flourish after we leave so we decided to do an ISP that would help the growth of DS athletics. After speaking with Annie Branch, Head of the communications department at Derryfield, we choose to help with the up keep of the athletics portion of the Derryfield webpage and make this magazine highlighting the spring season. This was an incredible experience for both of us and loved the opportunity to leave the classroom for our spring season.

Looking back on our athletic careers at Derryfield, we can attribute our growth and maturity to our time spent on the field, court, and diamond. We have experienced everything from exhilarating come from behind wins, to a heartbreaking State

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Final loss-- but along the way we grew as athletes and as people.

Through our experiences with high school athletics at Derryfield, we learned that there is more to sports than the goal of winning that we used to solely pursue. We learned the value of being on a team, bonding with our teammates, and playing for each other as well as our coaches.

We decided to pursue the production of this magazine to promote Derryfield Athletics because of our great experience with DS. At Derryfield, we are blessed with many dedicated coaches who work tirelessly to teach their players how to grow on the athletic fields and in life.

This magazine is aimed at providing a microscope in which the efforts of some these coaches can be viewed as well as the success they help their players achieve. We would like to give a special thank you to all the coaches who have taught us valuable lessons about our sports and showed us how to

respond to all aspects of competition.

We would like to send a special thanks to the Coppinger family and Kirkwood Printing.

Their support of our ISP was extraordinary and could not have completed it with out their help.

Their kids, Chris and Mimi Coppinger are both stand-out athletes at Derryfield. Chris, a senior, was captain of the varsity basketball and lacrosse teams this year and will be attending and playing lacrosse at Roger Williams University next year. Mimi is a sophomore, but has already left her mark on DS athletics. She has been the leading goal scorer the past two years on the girls’ varsity soccer team and has helped the team win back-to-back state championships. The Coppinger’s generosity was tremendous during our ISP and we can not thank them enough.

We would like to say a special thank you as well to: Mr. Sellers for his pictures and enthusiasm, Mr. Berk and Mrs. Allen for allowing us the opportunity to pursue this ISP, Annie Branch for teaching us the Quark Program, finding time to let us use her computer despite her busy work schedule and all her help putting the finishing touches on the magazine, Mrs. Milne and Mrs. Holbrook for their pictures, Derek Lautieri for being our ISP advisor and helping us think of DSPN idea, Ariel Berk for her excellent job creating our cover and for her help with taking and formatting pictures.

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