Being the third seed in the New England Small School preparatory tournament mattered little to The Winchendon School. Second-year head coach John Toffey, who previously enjoyed successful coaching stints at Cheshire School and Salisbury School, prepared his team well throughout the season in the … [Read more...]
First, at last, in ISL for champions Belmont Hill
The competitiveness level of the Independent School League is so high that often times, it comes down to the final day of the regular season to decide a league champion. Such was the scenario on Friday. Belmont Hill was in control of its own destiny: Beat Buckingham, Browne & Nichols and win the … [Read more...]
Taft Rhinos come from nowhere to win Founders League crown
For years, The Taft School was a program embedded in the middle or lower half of the Founders League standings. From a history standpoint, two schools — Loomis Chaffee and Avon Old Farms — have consistently been the league’s dominant figureheads. Few expected that to change this year. But the Rhinos … [Read more...]
A season-ending salute to the assistant coaches
They don’t often get the attention or the accolades, but a solid assistant coach is a must for any successful program. Preparatory schools throughout New England have benefited tremendously by having knowledgeable, established staff on board who are able to communicate with players regarding … [Read more...]
Tilton back on top in the Lakes Region
Tilton School picked the right time to play its best baseball of the season. The Rams won six of their final seven games, capped with a 4-3 triumph over New Hampton School to take home the Lakes Region championship. It’s the fifth league championship for Tilton, which won three straight … [Read more...]
Will Gersky’s ode to his Avon Old Farms experience
It didn’t take Will Gersky long to figure out that his dream of playing baseball for a top-flight college program would take more than just natural ability. Talent alone does not grant special privileges. “The college recruiting process starts with your grades in the classroom,” said the 6-foot-4, … [Read more...]
