WOODSTOCK — Jemearil Wilson became the second player on the newly formed Woodstock Academy prep school basketball team to verbally commit to a Division I college.
The 6-foot, 7-inch forward from Chicago decided Oct. 3 that he was going to play basketball for Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Penn., next year.
“You can never make a mistake going to a Patriot League school and Lehigh University is among the top of the league. The education is phenomenal. The location is great. The coaching staff is terrific. It’s a grand slam for Jemearil,” Woodstock Academy prep coach Tony Bergeron said.
Bergeron said he anticipated that Wilson was going to pick a school, not only for basketball, but for academics. His final three choices were Lehigh, Bucknell and Dartmouth.
“He couldn’t have made a mistake with the decision, but he really felt that Lehigh had an unbelievable want and desire for him to go to the school. He felt at home there,” Bergeron said.
Chaylyn Martin, from Hartford, had verbally committed to Sacred Heart University before he came to Woodstock Academy.
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Winners
The winning foursome in the Post #13 American Legion Golf Tournament, with the Commander’s Cup, left to right: Ted Rytna, Daryl Stevens Post Commander Ronald P. Coderre, team captain Michael Vassar and Jimmy Stevens. The foursome posted a 13 under par score of 58. Courtesy photo.
The 2nd American Legion Post #13 Golf Tournament raised $14,500 in net profit for community programs sponsored by the post.
There were 26 foursomes teeing up at Connecticut National Golf Course.
“Thanks to the large field of golfers, the support of our major and tee sponsors we were able to realize our largest net profit in the two years of the event. This tournament continues to put us in a financial position where we are able to provide scholarships, programs and special projects in the Putnam community,” said Post #13 Commander Ronald P. Coderre.
On the course a mere one stroke separated the top three foursomes in the field. The winning foursome of Michael Vassar, Daryl and Jimmy Stevens and Ted Ratyna posted a 13 under par score of 58 on the par 71, 5913-yard Connecticut National layout. The winners shot 29-29-58 with four birdies and an eagle on the front and birdies on seven of the nine holes on the back. In addition to individual trophies, the winners received the Commander’s Cup, which they’ll maintain in their possession for one year.
Second place by virtue of matching cards was the group of Tom Auclair, Marc Allard, Paul Leduc and George Dumas. They posted a score of 29-30-59. The third slot went to the Gerardi Insurance foursome of Eric Quinn, Matt Desaulnier, Andy Crowley and Bryan Maker. They carded a 27-32-59.
The co-ed team competition title went to the foursome of Donna Coderre, Charles Boivin, Brian Streczala and Ron Desrochers. In winning the mixed field event they post a six under par 65.
Closest-to-the pin winners were Ron Desrochers (4th Hole); Andy Crowley (7th); Nicholas Cote (9th); Ron Coderre (11th); and Butch Hansen (15th). Joe Lindley of Thompson walked off with the 50/50 drawing prize.
The Post honored Jo-Ann Chenail of bankHometown with an American Legion certificate of appreciation. bankHometown was the this year’s tournament sponsor. The Major sponsors were Fluid Coating Technology, G-Seven Catering Company, Gerardi Insurance Services and RPC Associates.
Funds raised will assist in supporting the Boys State program, a scholarship to a Putnam High School student and a veteran at Quinebaug Valley Community College, Americanism programs at Putnam Elementary School, TriTown American Legion Baseball, and the high school oratorical contest. The proceeds will also support the flag project on the WWI Veterans Memorial Bridge on Pomfret Street and the “Hometown Hero” banner project.
Members of the tournament committee included Rick and Dee Carnahan, Quinn, Charlie Leach, Victor Kratz, Brian Maynard, Roger Franklin, Chas MacKenzie, Earl Rosebrooks, Vassar, and Alan and Jo-Anne Joslin.
On team
WILLIMANTIC — The Eastern Connecticut State University Warriors recently named 15 students to the 2017-18 women’s volleyball team.
Among the athletes is Jacquelyn Orlowski ’19 of Woodstock. Orlowski majors in elementary education and her position on the team is middle hitter.
On teams
WILLIMANTIC — The Warriors at Eastern Connecticut State University named 13 students to the 2017-18 women’s cross country team.
Among the student athletes are: Shai-Lin Gothreau ’21 of Woodstock, who majors in criminology and sociology. “I decided to do cross country last minute in college because I love the sport,” said Gothreau. “The team and coaches have been so supportive and I am excited to see what’s in store for me this year. My goal is to get a personal record this season.”
Also on the team is Sylvia Lawrence ’21 of Woodstock, who majors in Pre-Social Work.
Takes part
FRANKLIN, Mass. — Local students from Dean College participated as on-field performers in the 2017 NFL opening pregame celebration Sept. 7 at Gillette Stadium: Morgan Cacciapouti of Thompson and Andrew Hughes of Eastford.
Team member
WILLIMANTIC — The Eastern Connecticut State University Warriors recently named 27 students to the 2017-18 women’s soccer team including: Natalie Hawes ’21 of Danielson. Hawes’s major is health sciences and her position on the team is midfield.
Intern
NEW LONDON, N.H. — Megan Pickett completed Colby-Sawyer’s internship requirement with Colby-Sawyer’s Humanities Department. Pickett, of Pomfret Center, is a member of the class of 2018 majoring in English.
Part of class
NEWTON, Mass. — Arber Isufi of N. Grosvenordale is part of the newest group of students at Lasell College. Arber joins us as a graduate from Marianapolis Preparatory School. New students have had the opportunity to participate in Lasell Laser Welcome Weekend, a Connected Learning Convocation, Study Abroad Fair and Student Activities Fair, where over 60 clubs and organizations shared options to become further involved on campus.
Enrolled
NASHVILLE — Coleen Solitro, a Woodstock native, enrolled at Belmont University this semester as part of the University’s largest class yet.
Legal Notice
Public Hearing
Notice
Town of Pomfret
Planning and
Zoning Commission
The Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission will hold the following Public Hearings at its regular meeting on October 18, 2017, starting at 7:00 PM at the Old Town House:
1. David Santosuosso, 143 Kearney Road — Special permit application for an in-law apartment. Conversion of a two-family home into a single-family with in-law apartment.
2. Roger Daigle, 193A Pomfret Street — Special permit application for a 694 square foot addition to an existing storage building.
3. David Heroux, 25 Ragged Hill Road — Special permit application for an 1132 square foot garage addition to an existing building.
A copy of these applications is on file in the office of the Planning and Zoning Commission, 5 Haven Road, Pomfret Center, Connecticut. These files are available for review during normal business hours.
Town of Pomfret
Planning & Zoning Commission
Dated this 25th day
of September 2017
Lynn L. Krajewski,
Clerk
Oct. 4 2017
Oct. 11, 2017