Fall 2012 Athletic Awards Booklet PDF - The Loomis Chaffee School

FOOTBALL CHUCK REID The 2012 addition of the Loomis Chaffee football team produced a fine season. The young men who reported to preseason camp on August 28th came well-­‐prepared for the rigors of preseason. Though small in stature, the competitive will of the team was never questioned. Week after week, despite facing much larger opponents the Pelican ground attack led by offense of line of John Redington, LJ Lawrence, Dakota Hunter, Brendan Edwards, Kevin Sears and tailback Luvin De Leon averaged over 200 yards a game. Not to be outdone the passing attack also average over 200 yards again as Mandy Williams targeted Tucker Cheyne, AJ Poplin, Reinaldo Maristany, Durelle Napier, Brendan Wagner and Josh Sussman time and time again. Defensively the Pelicans started six underclassmen along with five seniors to form a team that was opportunistic, created several turnovers and was always a threat to score on defense. RJ Paige, Pat Afriyie, Andrew Cowan, Graham Cox, John Reddington, LJ Lawrence, Errol Francis, Javier Baretto, Dan Wade, Sebastian Dovi, Durelle Napier, Zach Harris, and Dakota Hunter led the unit. Greg Duverge, Aaron Chiu, Tucker Cheyne, Ashton Ross, Mike Wang, and Zach Ellish led the special teams. Unfortunately, we missed the services of Colin Morris on defense and Nate Harris on offense due to injuries. We must credit our managers, Taylor, Kassidi, and Payge for their tireless work throughout the season. However, none of this success would've come to fruition without the efforts of our senior class. We had a core group of young men who were committed to their teammates and their school. As we graduate 21 seniors this year, they leave behind a legacy of turning around the football program. It was the character of these young men that carried the team. Each player accepted his responsibility completely. The true character of our team lay within the young men who contributed in ways not often seen. Whether it was on special teams, as a scout team player, or as a third-­‐down pass specialist these men who embraced their specific roles were the backbone of our team. Each teammate commanded their responsibility and put the team ahead of themselves. That sort of commitment is the reason why we had a successful season. Award winners The New England Preparatory School Athletic Council has named RJ Paige as a first team linebacker, John Reddington as a first team offensive tackle/nose guard and Emanuel Williams as the first team quarterback. Unsung Hero Award: LJ Lawrence The Unsung Hero award honors a young man who contributes to the team greatly. However, the athlete’s contribution may not be recognized by the casual fan. This person comes a practice each day not expecting accolades and fully accepts his role within team. This year's winner is only in his second year of playing football. He came to Loomis with hoop dreams however is leaving with gridiron dreams. LJ Lawrence contributed greatly to the success of our team he was one of three full-­‐time