By Ron P. Coderre Midnight Madness at Putnam Science Academy had more madness than usual this year. Some might attribute the madness to the recent full moon but in reality it was an opportunity for two of the Mustangs to announce the selection of their colleges for next season. It also relieves some pressure for the young men, Chaise Daniels and Jordan Butler, and allows them to enjoy the upcoming season on the hardwood. It all started with Daniels, who ended the “chase for Chaise” by announcing via a tweet that he was staying close to home and will attend Quinnipiac University in September. Shortly thereafter Butler via his twitter account let everyone know that he will be playing at Norfolk State next season. Daniels, a 6-foot, 8-inch interior player has been highly sought after by a number of Div. I programs. A product of Hillhouse High School in New Haven, in the end Daniels decided to remain close to home and play for Coach Tom Moore and the Bobcats in nearby Hamden. Moore who has been a consistent visitor to the Maple St. campus has had his eye on Daniels since this summer when he was playing with Connecticut Select AAU. Daniels and two other recruits Samuel Dingba and Dimitri Floras will team up to form an intimidating interior unit and as good a shot blocking group as there will be in mid-major basketball next season for the Bobcats. “I’m finally a part of the QU family,” Daniels tweeted. “I wanna say thank you for everyone and there support,” he later tweeted. Last season at Hillhouse, Daniels averaged 12 points and 12 rebounds per game as he was an integral part of a 26-1 team that captured the CIAC Class L State Championship. “I’m very proud of Chaise because he took time to make the best selection for himself. He’s a player with a big upside and continues to improve in all aspects of his game every day. He’s a team player with a bright future,” said Putnam Science Academy coach Tom Espinosa. No sooner had the Daniels news broken when his teammate 6’7” Jordan Butler of Hartford announced his decision to attend Norfolk State. Butler is a former Glastonbury High School football and basketball standout. His strong interior play makes him a game changer. Last season he led the Tomahawks to an 18-7 record, while averaging 18 points, 17 rebounds and four blocks per game. His announcement via his twitter account was short and sweet. “I have committed to Norfolk State!!!” A member of the Connecticut Select AAU organization also, Butler is an undersized but powerful big man who impacts on both ends of the floor. He’s a very good shot blocker and two-way rebounder with developing offensive tools. “Jordan is a real hard worker, who spends his free time in the gym. He has a very determined attitude, which translates into winning basketball. I’m very happy for him because he’s worked hard to get where he is today,” said Espinosa. Daniels and Butler join Dan Upchurch who last week announced he would be attending Charleston Southern University. This season Putnam Science Academy brought seven recruits to its program, with three already signed to Div. I programs it indicates that the program is highly regarded in college coaching circles.
POMFRET — Pomfret Recreation is taking registration for several programs. Registration is on town website. Pomfretct.gov
Family Ice Skating at the Jahn Rink. Season passes are now available for in town or out of town people.
Skating games led by professional skaters and a visit from Santa Claus! You don’t have to live in Pomfret to attend. $3.00 for children and $4.00 for adults.
Interactive Hula Hoop Dancing Class with Judi Jones!
Thursday evenings at PCS from 6:15 to 7:00. Running 1/9 to 2/6/14. Ages 15 and up
You do not have to live in Pomfret to attend.
Feel free to call the Pomfret Rec. Dept. at 860-974-1423, email at:
Or check the website for all programs at: www.pomfretct.gov
Legal Notice
Town of Putnam
Zoning Board
of Appeals
The Town of Putnam Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a meeting on December 17, 2013, at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall located at 126 Church Street, Putnam, CT. A public hearing will be held on the following:
Appeal # 2013-006: Scott Barylski/Blue Skies Enterprises — Appeal from the Decision from the Zoning Enforcement Officer to store and sell ammunition. Property located at 176 Church Street, Town Assessor’s Map 011-135, Zoned C-1.
Joseph Nash,
Chairman
Dec. 5, 2013
Dec. 12, 2013
Legal Notice
Town of Pomfret
NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS AND PERSONS ENTITLED TO VOTE AT TOWN MEETING IN THE TOWN OF POMFRET, CONNECTICUT:
Notice is hereby given that on November 27, 2013, pursuant to Chapter 166 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Board of Education of the Town of Pomfret filed with the Town Clerk of said Town THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE POMFRET COMMUNITY EDUCATION ASSOCIATION AND THE POMFRET BOARD OF EDUCATION for the period of July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2017. Said AGREEMENT is on file in the Office of the Town Clerk, Five Haven Rd, Pomfret Center, CT, and becomes a contractual obligation of the Town of Pomfret (Town Meeting) within 30 days after filing of said Agreement.
Dated at Pomfret,
Connecticut
this 2ND day
of December, 2013
Cheryl A. Grist,
Town Clerk of Pomfret
Dec. 5, 2013
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Letter of Intent
Pomfret School's Joe Kelly signs a National Letter of Intent. Courtesy photo.
Kelly signs
NLI with
Richmond
By Ron P. Coderre
Joe Kelly, a postgraduate senior at Pomfret School who helped the Griffins football team to a 4-4 season this fall, signed a National Letter of Intent to play lacrosse at the University of Richmond next year. Kelly, who hails from Rockville, Md., will join the Spiders newly formed NCAA Division I lacrosse program.
Nov. 19, Kelly, surrounded by his parents James and SueEllen and his coach and adviser Jon Sheehan, signed on the dotted line indicating he’ll attend the University of Richmond, which plays in the Atlantic Sun Conference.
“I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to attend the University of Richmond and join the Spider lacrosse community. It is an excellent school and I’m looking forward to playing for coach Chemotti,” said Kelly.
This fall Kelly was a member of the football Griffins that are coached by Henry Large. In the spring he’ll play lacrosse for coach Jon Sheehan. The Pomfret experience appears to be agreeing with the rugged athlete.
“Pomfret School has been a great fit for me as I prepare for Richmond. I think it is pretty special that as a PG I have made some great friends and everyone has been very welcoming,” said Kelly. “Playing football in the fall was an awesome experience, and I hope to be able to contribute in the spring to the proud and winning tradition built by coach Sheehan and the Pomfret lacrosse program,” he added.
The University of Richmond has just added men’s lacrosse to its offerings of championship sports. The school has been working diligently to put together its D-I lacrosse team. Kelly has been a recruit the Spiders have had an eye on as they look forward to next season. This should prove to be not only an historic signing for Kelly but a chance to help develop a program from the ground level.