Putnam Science Academy basketball scores big win
Prep Basketball
WARWICK, R.I. — Jalen Taggart had 35 points, 7 rebounds and 2 assists and Kami Samuels had 30 points, 10 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals to lead the Mustangs to a big 132-80 win over Redemption Christian at the Big 6 tipoff tournament. Adama Tambedou added 21 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals and David Gaymon chipped in 16 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists in the win.  Jordan Skyers scored 11 points and dished out 6 assists as the Mustangs improved to 3-0 on the season.  
Prep 1 Soccer
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — The Putnam Science Academy men’s Prep I soccer team had the chance to play under the Friday night lights at 14th ranked Mount St Charles but lost 3-1. Pedro Rosa was the lone goal scorer for the Mustangs.
Prep 2 Soccer
BARRINGTON, R.I. — The Mustangs took the field on the road at St. Andrews and lost 4-1. Pedro Rosa continued his weekend offensive hot streak as he again scored the only PSA goal. The prep record sits at 1-4 on the season.  
Women’s Soccer
SAXTONS RIVER, Vt. — It was well worth the two hour and 16-minute drive to Vermont Academy for the women’s soccer team as they came away with a 1-0 victory thanks to Manoela Silva’s late second half goal. Livia Katanosaka and Grace Barrett were fantastic in the net for the Mustangs, combining for nine saves between them. The Mustangs record sits at 9-2-2 on the season.
Men’s Varsity 
OAKDALE — The Putnam Science Academy men’s varsity soccer team took the pitch against St. Thomas More on the road, but the game ended in a 2-2 tie. Joao Olivieira’s goal in the 39rd minute put the Mustangs on the board. Then nine minutes later, on an assist from Raphael Martinelli, Pedro DaRosa found the back of the net. Joao Lavandoski was stout in goal with seven saves on the game, including a crucial save in the game’s last three minutes to preserve the tie.
Football
ITHACA, N.Y. — The PSA football team brought the necessities for the game — blankets and pillows. It was an early start, 5 a.m. to be exact , for the five-hour ride up to Ithaca College to take on the Bombers. The Mustangs also brought their offense as both teams lit up the scoreboard. Unfortunately, Ithaca came out on top 70-42. It was the best scoring output of the season for the Mustangs. Quarterbacks Demarcus Williams and Kalil Barno got it done through the air and on the ground. Williams put in his work on the ground with 115 yards to go along with two rushing touchdowns. Barno got it done through the air with two touchdown passes, passing for 120 yards. His first touchdown pass came on a 70-yard bomb. The other he connected with wide receiver Camari Smith for a 50-yard score. The offensive star of the game was the exceptional receiver Malachi Hynes with eight receptions for 140 receiving yards and a touchdown. The defensive star, perhaps star of the game, goes to Chiaka Sanogo who had two sacks playing in his first ever football game. Defensive stalwart Donovan Darden had two interceptions in the game returning one 60 yards for a touchdown. Fellow defensive back Noah Lesvesaque also had an interception. The Mustangs record sits at 0-6 on the season.
By Ben Heacox
More Football
The PSA offensive meter was on high against Army. Following their best offensive output of the season with 42 points, the Mustangs backed it up with 36 points. Unfortunately, it was not enough as the Mustangs lost 58-36. Demarcus Williams was outstanding as QB1 throwing for 239 yards with three passing touchdowns. He added 124 yards on the ground to go along with a rushing touchdown as well. Malachi Hynes was blistering on the offensive side of the football. He had 13 catches for 130 yards, one touchdown and 2 two-point conversions. Ronald Florian found the end zone twice, going for 80 yards and ten catches. Camari Smith and Jordan Duke each had five catches for 60 yards. Isiah Birchett had himself a touchdown as well. Donovan Darden was a menace on defense tackling at will. Darden went 90 yards for a touchdown on a fumble recovery. The Mustangs drop to 0-7 on the season with Connecticut State coming up next on Nov. 8 .
By Ben Heacox
Varsity Soccer
HOOSAC, N.Y. — The PSA varsity boys’ soccer team traveled to the Hoosac School and lost 1-0. The Owls scored the only goal of the game in the last 2 minutes of the first half. Theo Piva had an outstanding overall game for the Mustangs and Joao Lavandoski was phenomenal in goal collecting eight saves.  

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Samuel J. Leo, served in the Marines
THOMPSON — Samuel J. Leo, 80, of Thompson, died in Montefiore Hospital Oct. 26, 2025. 
Born Oct. 16, 1945, in Putnam, he was the younger brother of Parmi P. Leo Jr., and the son of the late Parmi and Grace (DiBennetto) Leo.
Sam served in the Marines, worked as a custodian at Thompson Public Schools, and was an official at the Thompson Speedway for 47 years. 
He loved ham and cheese sandwiches (cut down the middle), reading the paper, word searches, auto racing, cracking a joke, spending quality time with his daughters, enjoying the outdoors, and cooking home fries and eggs.
To know Sam Leo was to like him. 
He was outgoing, playful, and always honest. 
Around the Quiet Corner, he could be found swapping stories with fellow veterans at the Danielson Veterans Coffeehouse, mowing the lawn on his yellow tractor, or chatting with his brother on the sun porch.
He leaves his daughter Hannah Pei Leo, MD, and her fiancé Kevin J. Guzman, MD, of New York City; his daughter Hallie Lin Leo of Pomfret and partner Garrett A. Roberts; brother, Parmi P. Leo, Jr. of Thompson.
A Memorial Service was Nov. 3 in the Valade Funeral Home & Crematory, 23 Main St., N. Grosvenordale.
There was a private burial at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. 
Donations: Danielson Veterans Coffeehouse, PO Box 3, Danielson, CT, 06239. 
Please indicate that your donation is in memory of Sam Leo. 
Gifts will support social events for veterans, scholarships, and Food Share. 

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Wed.  Nov. 5
Art Exhibit
DANIELSON --- Thompson artists Ann C. Rosebrooks and Donna O'Scolaigh Lange will be showing paintings and mixed media collage work through Dec. 1 Heirloom Food Company on North Main Street. 

Exhibit
WOODSTOCK --- The Center for Woodstock History is presenting a photo exhibit, "Woodstock Through the Camera's Eye in Post-Civil War America." Please call for more info: 860-928-1035. 

Stumpo Retrospective
POMFRET --- The Connecticut Audubon Society at Pomfret on Day Road will present Pomfret works by the late watercolor artist, David C. Stumpo through January. Reception at 2 p.m. Nov. 9. No admission fee to attend the reception or view the exhibition. Hours: noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.

Book Talk
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present Lisette Rimer, author, with “Back from Suicide: Before and After the Essential Patrick” at 6 p.m. at the library. Signed copies available – proceeds support the Patrick Wood Scholarship at Pomfret School. www.backfromsuicide.com

Thur.  Nov. 6
Book Signing
PUTNAM --- A book signing and talk for “The Flood of 1955” by Ron Coderre will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the Aspinock Historical Society office in the Municipal Complex. Coffee and …  provided. RSVP: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Sat.  Nov. 8
Fund-raiser Concert
POMFRET --- The Vanilla Bean Café will host a classical guitar concert with Mark and Beverly Davis at 7 p.m.  The concert is sponsored by Pomfret Proprietors to help Pomfret Historical Society (PHS) raise money for renovations and repairs in their historic building, The Old Town House. Tickets are $25 at the door. For info: 860-465-7228.

Sat.  Nov. 9
Lantern Workshop
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present “Korean Lotus Lantern Workshop” from 1 to 2:15 p.m. at the library. Presented by the Korean Spirit & Culture Promotion Project. Registration required: 960-963-6826.

Tues.  Nov. 11
Veterans Tribute
PUTNAM --- The Mayotte-Viens American Legion Post 13 will present its Guest Bartender Night and Veterans Tribute to Ron Coderre, Bruce Hay and Brian Maynard at 5:30 p.m. at Marley’s Pub. Tips and donations raised support American Legion Post 13 youth programs and veteran programs.

Al-Anon Meeting
POMFRET --- Al-Anon will meet at noon on Tuesdays at the Christ Church, 527 Pomfret St. Please use the lower level door, near the flagpole. All welcome.

Wed.  Nov. 12
Writing
PUTNAM --- The Putnam Public Library will present “From Fuzzy Idea to Finished Story: Crafting a Murder Mystery” by local author Sarah P. Blanchard from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the library. Author talk and book signing.

Sat.  Nov. 15
Toy Collection
WOODSTOCK --- The Woodstock Volunteer Fire Association Station 76 will hold its 20th annual toy collection from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring a new unwrapped toy or a donation.

Craft, Bake Sale
ABINGTON --- The Abington Congregational Church on Hampton Road (Rt. 97) will hold a Holiday Craft and Bake Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local vendors, home makes and luncheon.

Sat.  Nov. 22
250th Event
PUTNAM --- The Putnam CT250 250th Anniversary Celebration of the Declaration of Independence Kick Off will feature a roast beef dinner followed by a band at the Albert J. Breault VFW Post 1523. Dinner is from 5 to 7 and the band Jailbreak follows from 7 to 11 p.m. $20/pp or $40 per couple. Tickets at the Putnam Recreation Department.

Cow Chip Fund-raiser
POMFRET --- The Pomfret Lions Club will hold its 19th annual Cow Chip Raffle from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Pomfret School Dining Hall. $120 per ticket, includes admission for two. Benefits local charitable groups and traditional humanitarian Lions charitable causes. Need not be present to win. Tickets: 860-428-4364.

Sun.  Nov. 23
Fund-raiser Breakfast
MOOSUP --- The Mason Lodge #113 is hosting an all you can eat breakfast to support Paws Cat Shelter from 8 to 11 a.m. at 69 Prospect St. $15 per person. Tickets: at the shelter, 74 School St., Putnam or at the door. 860-315-1228.

Thur.  Nov. 27
Happy Thanksgiving!

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