In addition to this training, they also attend workshops and clinics that teach them about safe practices and behaviors to adopt, while raising awareness about injury prevention. And as I tell them every year at the banquet, theyll always be a part of the program. "He's very outgoing, very friendly . He started his teaching and coaching career at his alma mater, Pentucket Regional, though it wasnt the typical sequence. O'Shea was fired at his alma mater McCutcheon, which he quarterbacked to its only state finals appearance in 1982. We werent the biggest team, but we were tough.. It has been great to us. Justin Cessante, who captained CC to back-to-back state championships in 1997-98, was introduced Wednesday at its Novi campus as the Shamrocks' next head coach before a gathering of players,. I always will.". The then-new head of buildings and grounds was at the field that day, watching from afar. This past years squad was upset in the regional round of the playoffs 2-1 in a best-of-three series against Central Private. The school announced via its Facebook page that C.L. That was 2014, but his opponents probably arent too impressed with that six-year streak. It was different than anything I had ever experienced.. Low 23F. "That is the principle we used. Its a perfect place for me.. Clairton reached the finals behind cousins Jonte and Dontae Sanders on Friday night, while Jeannette relied on brothers Brad and Brett Birch. The two powerhouse programs avoided semifinal upsets to keep their streaks alive. Sunni Rae Blanchard will lead the softball team. He said they have to go over a few things with the team and then its off to work for their fall season with their summer workouts June 1. Rob Benedetto '89, rbenedetto@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Colette Madore, cmadore@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Josselyn Wilson, jwilson@centralcatholic.net, Mr. John Sexton '97, jsexton@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Eric Boucher '04, eboucher@centralcatholic.net, Mr. John Sears, jsears@centralcatholic.net, Mrs. Jami Hayden, jhayden@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Carlton Cronin, ccronin@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Adam Westaway, awestaway@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Mark Dunham, mdunham@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Casey Grange '03, cgrange@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Ashley Hashem '01, ahashem@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Heather Fusco, hfusco@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Mike Collett, mcollett@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Mike Leal '94, mleal@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Shawn Dumas, sdumas@centralcatholic.net, Mr. James Durkin '00, jdurkin@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Stacy Ciccolo, sciccolo@centralcatholic.net, Mr. Matt Sansoucie '06, msansoucie@centralcatholic.net, Ms. Kate Smith, kssmith@centralcatholic.net, Director of Athletics & Activities, Athletic Trainer, A College Preparatory High School of Excellence in the Marist Tradition, Over 67% of our coaches are CCHS graduates, Over 250 combined years of head coaching experience, Over 100 championships won at the State and Conference levels. Beloved teacher and coach Mr. Charles "Coach A" Adamopoulos has announced that he is retiring as Head Coach of Raider Football. Lehmeier replaces longtime coach Terry Totten, a 1976 Central Catholic graduate, who retired last month after 18 seasons. Go To Coaching Staff. The Huskies did not hire O'Shea, who would land on his feet with another program. Ryan Lehmeier was announced as the new Central Catholic football coach on Jan. 24, 2023. (Catholic Central) Full Bio. Bridenbaugh celebrated seven titles at New Castle. Its my job to uphold that tradition.. "It wasn't just the winning and Super Bowl years, though they are all memorable," said Adamopoulos. Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | 9:01 AM. championship in 2002. Central Catholic High School is dedicated to developing young men of character through faith, leadership, and academics. This is going to be a tough loss.. Hood Conference Coach of the Year, 2013, 2014, 2019 & 2021 Oregon Athletic Coaches Association Coach of the Year, 2014 U.S. Army All-American Bowl Assistant Coach, 2016 USA Football International Bowl Assistant Coach, 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017, 2018 Oregon 6A/5A All-Star Game Assistant Coach (Les Schwab Bowl), 2014, 2015, 2016, 2021, 2022 Oregon 6A/5A All-Star Game Head Coach (Les Schwab Bowl), 2004 NW Arkansas Coaches Clinic (Fayetteville, Arkansas), 2008, 2011, 2014 Nike Coach of the Year (Portland, Oregon), 2012 University of Oregon Coaches Clinic (Eugene, Oregon), 2014 Brigham Young University Coaches Clinic (Provo, Utah), 2014, 2015 Northwest Sports Clinic (Seattle, Washington), 2015 University of Washington Coaches Clinic (Seattle, Washington), 2016 and 2018 All-Sports Clinic (Seattle, Washington). "He is a great man and taught me leadership, more stuff outside of football, ways of life and how to be a competitor. Nobody represents Central Catholic and its mission, more than Chuck Adamopoulos, said President Sullivan. But I remember that banquet and being so proud. ALLENTOWN, Pa. - After four years at the helm for Allentown Central Catholic football, head coach Tim McGorry is . 28-7 (W) Central Catholic @ Mt. When he finally had one, he said I told you if I had an opening on my staff I would think of you for it but, one, the pay stinks; and two, I think you being able to coach with your dad is the coolest thing in the world. Lehmeier will take over for Terry Totten, who retired. Offensive Coordinator & Quarterbacks. In four of his six seasons as a coordinator, Lehmeiers offenses had a quarterback pass for more than 2,000 yards. In addition to a stint in the Arena Football League, he worked as an assistant at Patterson High as well as Natchitoches Central High School. Young Central Catholic line coach Chuck Adamopoulos was a proud new dad here with his superstar players Matt Goulet, left, and Sean Finneran. During the 2020 season, the Eagles finished 2-4 and missed the playoffs during a shortened season that was made even shorter after the Eagles had one game canceled due to a hurricane and another because of COVID-19 protocol. Home delivery and Digital Access customers of The Eagle-Tribune get deals for restaurants, hotels, attractions and other businesses, locally and across the country. "I think I caught them off guard more than anything.". Thank God I didnt take that job. His record 204-79 has been unmatched the last two decades. Lowell resident John Sexton has been named the head varsity football at Central Catholic High School. Read More Raiders Commit to Collegiate Athletics Massucci also scored two game-winning goals for the schools boys soccer team in the past week. Pine-Richlands Phil Jurkovec had nearly 4,000 in 2017. Under Adamopoulos, who won 204 career games, the Raiders won three Super Bowl championships. He considered a move to Merrimack College. Samuel Gendreau. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Eagle Tribune Carrier Route Opportunities, Parenting before politics for Valerie Sununu, Mayor joined by councilors, other city workers , Resilience personified! Now I get to teach and work with him and not many people get to do that with their dad.. The official 2022 Football Roster for the University of Calgary Dinos. The silver lining, according to Adamopoulos, is that he will remain at the school for at least two or three more years. My father (Arthur) had passed away and everybody was very supportive. We have a great group of girls who are willing to put in the work to become successful, both on and off of the field. Apply & Register TODAY for Spring 2023 Classes at Eastern Florida State College, HOT OFF THE PRESS! The 2004 team will always hold a special place in my heart, recalled Adamopoulos. Among the best of the best part of Adamopoulos time at Central was the fact all four of his children Cate (Olinski), Zach, Molly and Brian graduated from Central. He became Attica's head coach for one season in 2007 and afterwards applied for the open position to lead Hamilton Heights' football program. I've always done it myself, but with him, I turned the offense over. Thomas, 42, felt he needed to dedicate more time to his family and. Aliquippas seniors were a year away from kindergarten the last time the Quips didnt reach the WPIAL finals. On June 12, O'Shea's 30-year head coaching career was highlighted with family members, former assistant coaches and ex-players in attendance at the National Football Foundation Joe Tiller Chapter banquet. Lehmeier was offensive coordinator under Eric. You have permission to edit this article. I had business degree and it was tough finding a job, recalled Adamopoulos. Anytime we played Central, it was a big game, Lehmeier said. Over the past two days, Ive talked to a lot of people who hold this school and this football program in the most high regard, Lehmeier said. I had to meet with the kids at Georgetown and I was a mess. Thomas Jefferson defeated Plum, 20-17, Friday night, and Aliquippa defeated Belle Vernon, 33-25. Its a plus for the school, in the middle of Lawrence. A 1976 Central Catholic graduate, Totten took over as head coach of his alma mater in 2005. But I loved that group.". 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"Going out to McCutcheon when we did and having the opportunity to play for coach O'Shea, it was a special four years that I cherished," said Clayton Richard, McCutcheon's quarterback from 1999-02 and the 2002 Indiana Mr. Football winner. Among Dontaes three touchdowns was a 27-yard touchdown pass from Jonte. Sexton is no stranger to the Central program. A lot of people see what he does on the field but what he does for his players off it is incredible, said Zach. A few flurries or snow showers possible. By Michaelle Bond Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. That was until Merrimack coach Dan Curran basically nixed that idea. Hood Conference and plays at the OSAA 6A level. WEST LAFAYETTE If Kevin O'Shea got the job he wanted, maybe one of the most dominant runs in the history of Indiana high school football doesn't happen. Central Catholics new football coach wasnt chosen from the schools alumni list, but that doesnt mean Ryan Lehmeier isnt already familiar with the teams tradition. She told me my dad suffered a heart attack and passed away. Hood Conference Coach of the Year 6 times, Oregonian State Coach of the Year twice and OACA Coach of the year four times. Mr. Eric Boucher '04, eboucher@centralcatholic.net. Thats not what I remember most, said Adamopoulos, referring to the many, big wins. He has been the Mt. Minton served two stints at Central Catholic, most recently from 2014 through this season. Central Catholic represents a standard of academic and athletic excellence, which will continue to be upheld by me, the assistant coaches and by the players, Hidalgo said. During his tenure (through 2021), the Rams are 116-13 (.899) in the Mt. There were priests, brothers and nuns working here. His career record is 194-69 (.750). "He taught me what it was to be a coach and the dedication you have to make to your school, your community and most importantly your guys. North Andover boys endu, Duo charged with stealing Honda Pilot with toddler in backseat, Police identify duo charged with stealing SUV with toddler inside, Haverhill woman charged with making, distributing 30K of pills containing fentanyl, Stem lawsuit against Haverhill to go to trial next year, 2023 New England Wrestling Championships: The Contenders, BOSA restaurant and BOSA BAR to open this summer, Toddler in stolen SUV dropped off unharmed at Lawrence hospital during intense police search, Derry man convicted on multiple counts of sexual assault, Lawrence's Canery named MVC Player of the Year: Coach Jesus Moore honored, Nate the Great: Central's Blanchette looks to end perfect season with repeat New England title. During that time, he worked at Bishop Dullaghan football camps, rooming with college football players from various schools and found his passion for teaching the game. Kendra was on the first Lehigh Valley coaching staff to win a state football team. While a student at Central, Sextonplayed football, baseball and basketball. Home Former Satellite Scorpions Coach Ted Kimmey Joins Melbourne Central Catholic Football Staff. Coach A, as he has been called for a few decades now, announced his retirement as the schools head coach for football on Tuesday afternoon. Those four years, I was very fortunate to have him in charge.". I said I hope I never have to do that again.. Adamopoulos could go through so many of his former and current coaches, many of whom are still among his best friends, through so many wins, losses and, most of all, laughs. Zach has learned not only a lot about coaching with his dad, but also about treating people. A 2006 North Hills graduate who played college football at Slippery Rock, Lehmeier works as a teacher for Pittsburgh Public Schools. It doesnt matter to him how many championships he wins. 11:49 AM. Mr. John Sexton '97, jsexton@centralcatholic.net. It changed our whole program and he went on about his way. In 1999, McCutcheon hired him. Coach Pyne has been at the helm of Central Catholic since 2003 and has compiled a 173-52 (.782) record overall. Lebanon. Jun 2008 - Jul 20124 years 2 months. 41-21 (L) Central Catholic vs. Bishop Lynch. They will still see my face, he said. Stats Updated Central Catholic's stats have been entered for the 49-17 loss vs. West Linn on 11/18/2022 7:00 PM. Lehmeier takes over a Central Catholic team that was WPIAL 6A runner-up last season with a junior-heavy roster. It wouldve been fun, in some ways, but nowhere near the fun I had.. Palko and Cherpak have eight. I have had the pleasure to coach not only good baseball players, but also good men. Mostly cloudy. I realized that those are hours and hours I can spend with my family and my grandchildren, Savannah and Camden [Olinski].. Indiana Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Full Bio. Play sudoku, the daily jigsaw, word search and more. The Indians celebrated double-overtime playoff victories against Baldwin on Oct. 31 and Fox Chapel on Wednesday. "He just wants this program to be the best that it can be. We have five teams that compete regionally. RT @CoachLehmeier: About to FINISH the Week! Hayden later got Adamopoulos a job as permanent assistant. The school announced via its Facebook page that C.L. Barron Miles. 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Montreal, Quebec H4T 1N8, Address: 908 New Hampshire Avenue #100, Washington, DC 20037, United States, Home service for people with reduced mobility. You can email Bill Burt at bburt@eagletribune.com. 2022 Football Roster. Raider Athletics represents a proud tradition of excellence that enriches the Central Catholic experience for both participants and spectators. He cares about all of the people here. Helping with their recruitment with colleges, driving them to colleges. Sexton is in his second year as a building-based educator at CCHS. As a high school player, Lehmeier was a dual-thread quarterback for North Hills coach Jack McCurry. Grogan is a Patterson High and Northwestern State University graduate. The Rams won the 6A State Championship in 2013, 2014, 2019 & 2021. Central Catholic head football coach Terry Totten, who won two PIAA state championships and six WPIAL titles in his 21-year coaching career, has retired, the school . He also advanced to the state championship game four times 2012, 2013, 2016 and 2017 winning the 2016 state title. Hood Conference. I look back at the last 10 years (as the head coach) and am thankful for the experiences we have had. Assisted coaching staff and handle any task for practice and game day. Elizabeth Forward got there by defeated North Catholic, 17-0, in a semifinal Friday night. Following a strict protocol, our coaches ensure daily compliance with sports rules and encourage our players to be more active by providing a safe and healthy environment where they feel supported. Adamopoulos is among the most decorated football coaches in recent Merrimack Valley history, compiling a record of 204-79, with 13 MVC titles, five Super Bowl appearances and three state title wins. The Rams won conference championships in 2006,08,09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19 & 2021. There was a problem saving your notification. Its a great place to go to school, a great place for athletics and I just cant wait to get to work.. January 30, 2023 Space Coast Daily News Brevard Countys Best Newspaper, College Cant Wait! This is a tough one.. Eleven times in the past eight years, Lehmeier coached a team on the opposite sideline from Central Catholic, so he can appreciate the success of the Vikings program. Despite starting that season off 1-2, Central didnt lose another game, including the schools first ever Super Bowl championship. All of the coaches, many who are still my best friends, that I worked with. He played defensive back for the Vikings and later at IUP, where he earned all-conference honors. We had some close, tough losses that year. Our football program is for youth ages 7-17 and allows them to play the sport and to gain precious life lessons. I sort of knew that this would probably be it.. Following the resignation of Tim McGorry a week ago, Rob Melosky was waiting in the wings. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Eagle Tribune Carrier Route Opportunities, Parenting before politics for Valerie Sununu, Mayor joined by councilors, other city workers , Resilience personified! Cherpak could add a ninth next weekend when Thomas Jefferson faces Aliquippa in the WPIAL Class 4A final. Since 2019, he has worked at Central Catholic as a defensive coordinator and with the defensive backs and wide receivers. People may call it perseverance, but there's things you have to go through in this business to be successful. LAWRENCE -- Chuck Adamopoulos is stepping as the Central Catholic football after 39 years on the job, the last quarter-century as the program's head coach. I am very grateful and humbled to have the opportunity to lead this amazing football program, said Sexton. O'Shea went 114-10 over the next nine seasons with the Knights before moving to Indianapolis and taking on the challenge of turning around a moribund North Central program. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. She is an Assumption High graduate and a former all-state softball player. "I think the program is in good shape," said Adamopoulos. Theyll meet in the WPIAL Class 4A championship Nov. 14. By: Chris Harlan After college, he started his coaching career as a graduate assistant at Findley, and later was hired as running backs coach at Duquesne under Jerry Schmitt. Mostly cloudy. Chris Harlan is a Tribune-Review Staff Writer. Monitor contact with student . He served the past two seasons as offensive coordinator at Seneca Valley under Ron Butschle, and previously worked six seasons at Pine-Richland with Eric Kasperowicz, the final four as the Rams offensive coordinator. During conversation, she told him to apply for the open head football coaching position at CC. I fell in love with the tradition that was here and camaraderie in the school. Golf. Coach Pyne was an assistant coach in the 2014 Army All-American game and an assistant coach in the 2016 USA Football International Bowl. 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