He has served as an assistant coach for the past two seasons where he worked with the pitchers and catchers. The 2004 team will always hold a special place in my heart, recalled Adamopoulos. Marko Thomas resigns position as Greensburg Central Catholic football coach 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 always remembered that conversation, said Zach. Under Adamopoulos, who won 204 career games, the Raiders won three Super Bowl championships. Blanchard will replace Linda Sanders as the schools softball coach. Apply & Register TODAY for Spring 2023 Classes at Eastern Florida State College, HOT OFF THE PRESS! Despite starting that season off 1-2, Central didnt lose another game, including the schools first ever Super Bowl championship. Its my job to uphold that tradition.. 'Coach A' born to coach at Central: After 39 years, Adamopoulos steps (Catholic Central) Full Bio. Lowell resident John Sexton has been named the head varsity football at Central Catholic High School. Many of our former Hornets were able to pursue their dreams at the college, He is the only offensive coordinator I've ever had. He cares about all of the people here. Coach Pyne was an assistant coach in the 2014 Army All-American game and an assistant coach in the 2016 USA Football International Bowl. Athletics Staff - Central Catholic High School Sunni Rae Blanchard will lead the softball team. Its tough to leave a great place like CC with many close friends, but this was too good of an opportunity to pass up for me, Minton told KWBJ-TV 22 last week. Elizabeth Forward is headed to the WPIAL finals for the first time in school history. . 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. We had some close, tough losses that year. ALLENTOWN, Pa. - After four years at the helm for Allentown Central Catholic football, head coach Tim McGorry is . Coach Pyne has been at the helm of Central Catholic since 2003 and has compiled a 173-52 (.782) record overall. 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,. LAWRENCE It was a Super Bowl week practice. In three years as head coach, Sanders compiled a 55-22 mark with two quarterfinal appearances. Tim McGorry resigns from Central Catholic head coaching position. We also offer scholarships to former Hornets athletes. Ive got a few more years in me to teach, said Adamopoulos. Steve Pyne - Central Catholic High Of the 26 years that Adamopoulos served as head coach, his teams amassed winning records in 23 of them, including the last 14. We are at Camp Marist in the summer and I get pulled from practice to take a call from my wife (Beth). Staff - Athletics - Central Catholic High School I love the school and I love where we are in the city. Allentown Central Catholic football coach Tim McGorry resigns; Rob I was jogging down at the Pentucket track, unemployed, and Steve Hayden, who had just gotten the job as head coach, came by and basically asked if I wanted to coach. Id like to think Im always part of the program, too.. By Michaelle Bond Mostly cloudy. He and his wife, Erica, have two children who are alumni of Central Catholic, Zach 16 and Allison 17. 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. Coach A served as Head Coach for 26 years, three State Championships, and 13 Merrimack Valley Conference Titles. The relationships that have been built will last a lifetime. Enjoy Space Coast Daily, Brevard Countys Best and Most Read Magazine, HOT OFF THE PRESS! Central Catholic head coach Terry Totten fist bumps Eddie Tillman after practice on Wednesday, July 1, 2020, in Oakland. 2022 will mark Coach Pynes 35th year in high school coaching in both Oregon and Idaho. Only three football coaches have won more WPIAL titles than Central Catholics Terry Totten, but he hasnt spent any time contemplating his place in league history. Grogan is a Patterson High and Northwestern State University graduate. Low 23F. I think Ive spent more time in Lawrence than I have in Groveland, said Adamopoulos of his familys residence. Bob Palko, Bill Cherpak and Phil Bridenbaugh are the only coaches with more titles than Totten. 1 North Allegheny, 38-24, in the WPIAL Class 6A championship at North Hills Martorelli Stadium. In all, he has six years of experience in an assistant coaching role, with other stops at Berwick High School and Beau Chene High School. Lyn Bordenet, who taught at McCutcheon with O'Shea's brother Tim and is the sister-in-law of Central Catholic athletic director Tim Bordenet, sat next to O'Shea at an Attica versus Central Catholic basketball game. Box 566, Franklin, LA 70538Phone: 337-828-3706Fax: 337-828-2874, Morgan CityReview1014Front Street, Morgan City, LA 70380Phone: 985-384-8370Fax: 985-384-4255. Adamopoulos said one of the toughest aspects of his job as head coach the last several years was watching film every Saturday and Sunday, for many hours. Our football program is for youth ages 7-17 and allows them to play the sport and to gain precious life lessons. Over his 26 seasons as head coach, Central won 13 MVC titles, went to five Super Bowls, and won three of them. While growing up on a horse farm his dad, Arthur, was a legendary coach at Peabody High, and his brother, Uncle Charlie, ran it by sending horses to tracks all over the country he later realized the city was also to his liking. Brown left CC to become head coach at Carroll and in his final season (2016) as Cougars' head coach went 10-1, the lone loss in the sectional to O'Shea's Central Catholic team. And he makes it a point to go see them play in college and you can see how proud he is of them while he watches. Over 250 combined years of head coaching experience; Over 100 . I love Central Catholic its my home! Brett also had a 71-yard punt return touchdown. Now I get to teach and work with him and not many people get to do that with their dad.. During his football career, he has won more than 200 games at several stops. Sam King covers sports for the Journal & Courier. Head Coach. Theyve won five titles in that span. For more coverage of Adamopoulos, see Sports on Page A9. 5 things we learned: Central Catholic coach Terry Totten climbs list 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. Central Catholic High School announced three new hires Monday as it will enter the 2021-22 school year with new football, baseball and softball coaches. PIAA Class 4A football: Allentown Central Catholic has coaches who have We are excited to have him lead our baseball program that has a strong tradition of excellence, and we look forward to having it continue as a powerhouse program. People may call it perseverance, but there's things you have to go through in this business to be successful. Lebanon (Pittsburgh, PA) by a score of 28-7. 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. While a student at Central, Sextonplayed football, baseball and basketball. She attended Loyola University in New Orleans where she was a four-year starter for the volleyball team. "I think the program is in good shape," said Adamopoulos. He also advanced to the state championship game four times 2012, 2013, 2016 and 2017 winning the 2016 state title. Not to be out done, the Birch brothers connected on three touchdowns passes with Brett scoring on receptions of 25, 14 and 11 yards. At Pine-Richland, the Rams went 48-5, winning three WPIAL titles and two state championships. Totten is also a graduate of Central Catholic as a part of the 1976 class. 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. I said I hope I never have to do that again.. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. He spent a year-and-a-half majoring in accounting. He will continue to serve as a member of the CCHS Faculty. Totten retired with a 188-40 career record, six WPIAL titles and two state championships. 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. She is an Assumption High graduate and a former all-state softball player. Hiring Coach Kimmey is another step in doing so!, 2023 Maverick Multimedia, Inc. 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"I went down and saw what they did and (O'Shea) came and saw me. If first impressions are as important as people say, Adamopoulos legacy was off and running during his first year as head coach in 1997. There was a problem saving your notification. I always will.". Play sudoku, the daily jigsaw, word search and more. "You don't get up here without a heck of a lot of help," said O'Shea, who is 239-100 entering his 30th season and sixth at North Central. This is a tough one.. But I remember that banquet and being so proud. "The year we finished 3-7 ended up being one of my favorite teams. Hood Conference and plays at the OSAA 6A level. "My dad had this saying about success means you got up one more time than you got knocked down," O'Shea said. By Michaelle Bond And I wasnt even a Catholic, he added. Central Catholic names three new coaches | St. Mary Now The midget team has won the QMFL Championship in; 1991, 1992, 2009, 2013, 2014 and 2018. If you attended or played football at Central Catholic and have a memory about Coach Chuck Adamopoulos over his 39 years there, we want to know about it. "That is the principle we used. My time at CC has been special not only for me, but for my family as well, Jensen said. The [grounds crew head] came up to me at one point after that and said, Thats when I knew I was at the right place. Thats Chuck Adamopoulos. Central Catholic Football (@PCC_FOOTBALL) / Twitter He just wants this program to be the best that it can be. In recent years, we have increased our efforts in encouraging our athletes to reflect on the importance of safely playing sports. Melosky is new Allentown Central Catholic football coach as McGorry Central Catholic High School (Pittsburgh, PA) Varsity Football GET BREAKING NEWS IN YOUR BROWSER. Sign up now to get our FREE breaking news coverage delivered right to your inbox. Adamopoulos, whose dad Arthur had a legendary career at Peabody High, grew up in Groveland and graduated from Pentucket Regional in West Newbury. Bridenbaugh celebrated seven titles at New Castle. Of the 12 finalists in this years championships, eight were in the finals just last season. Central Catholic officially named Lehmeier as its new head coach Tuesday morning. LAWRENCE -- Chuck Adamopoulos is stepping as the Central Catholic football after 39 years on the job, the last quarter-century as the programs head coach. Central Catholic High School (Portland, OR) Varsity Football - MaxPreps.com Central Catholic coach Chuck Adamopoulos yells to his team during the Division 1 North final as assistant Mike Leal looks on. One of my captains was Jay Fielding, said Adamopoulos. Sunni Rae Blanchard will lead the softball team. Then, the two reunited when O'Shea accepted the North Central job and hired Brown as associate head coach. Boom. Varsity games usually take place on Fridays with a few exceptions, and Junior Varsity, Junior Varsity II, and Freshman games are usually played on Thursdays. Aliquippas seniors were a year away from kindergarten the last time the Quips didnt reach the WPIAL finals. Low 23F. Allentown Central Catholic football standout Lavon Johnson commits to Email him at sking@jconline.com and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @samueltking. Central Catholic's new football coach wasn't chosen from the school's alumni list, but that doesn't mean Ryan Lehmeier isn't already familiar with the team's tradition. All our teams benefit from the experience of our dedicated volunteer coaches, many of whom are Sun Youth alumni themselves. The Indians celebrated double-overtime playoff victories against Baldwin on Oct. 31 and Fox Chapel on Wednesday. He continued his academic and athletic career at the University of Ottawa, playing with the Gee-Gees team and has just graduated. Kimmey coached the Scorps for five seasons, posting a 36-16 record and culminating with reaching the regional finals in his last season as head coach. Lions win 11 in a row to finish season, capture state title under first-year head coach Jon Eagle. During his most recent run at Central Catholic, Minton compiled a 44-30 mark, with one semifinal appearance and two quarterfinal appearances. Tournament Game. 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. That team finished 3-7. 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Thomas Jefferson quarterback Jake Pugh was in sixth grade the last time the Jaguars didnt reach the WPIAL finals. After the last four or seasons, I would step back and figure out if I would continue another year, he said. I had to meet with the kids at Georgetown and I was a mess. The well-being of our athletes is our top priority and for that reason we encourage the use of adequate sports equipment for every game level and which respects the Federations regulations. Home delivery and Digital Access customers of The Eagle-Tribune get deals for restaurants, hotels, attractions and other businesses, locally and across the country. We had only one lineman over 200 pounds and he weighed 208. Adamopoulos steps down as Central Catholic football coach; cites more time with family, grandchildren. All our football coaches have received training recognized by the Quebec Amateur Football Federation. A few flurries or snow showers possible. 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There were only three returning starters back, said Adamopoulos. Assisted coaching staff and handle any task for practice and game day. You can email Bill Burt at bburt@eagletribune.com. Come to find out, Adamopoulos, the carpet-bagger from Groveland, always was a Central Raider at heart. Helping with their recruitment with colleges, driving them to colleges. Purchase Photo Options When Central Catholic. Everything were going to do is fast.. If Javascript is disabled browser, to place orders please visit the page where our photos are available to purchase. Ryan Lehmeier Head Coach; Ron Fuchs Special Teams; Regis Visconti Jr. Head Athletic Trainer; Gregory N Thomas Equipment Coordinator; Dr. William Hahn Support Staff; Patrick Halferty Game Day Announcer "That was the best coaching job in the state," Smith said. Full Bio. Lehmeier replaces longtime coach Terry Totten, a 1976 Central Catholic graduate, who retired last month after 18 seasons. He is a Central Catholic guy through and through, defensive coordinator Dave Fleming said. [Coach Curran] used to run our morning workouts in the summers and when I first got out of college I had some interest in college coaching but he had no spots when I was putting out feelers, said Zach, who also teaches at Central. The Sanders cousins combined for 320 rushing yards in a 55-16 semifinal victory over Shenango. A few flurries or snow showers possible. The Rams won the 6A State Championship in 2013, 2014, 2019 & 2021. 3 seed Central Catholic defeated No. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Central Catholic football coach Terry Totten retires 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. Central Catholic players gather and listen to head coach Chuck Adamopoulos after losing 22-15 to Springfield Central in the Division 1 Super Bowl at Gillette Stadium. He began as a quarterbacks coach and worked primarily with the sophomore and junior varsity teams before being elevated to the varsity staff. Maybe Ill be a helper on the freshmen football team next year If theyll have me.. Aaron Chapman - Assistant Football Coach - Central Catholic - LinkedIn "Everywhere he went, he got better," Smith said. Hide/Show Additional Information For Mateus Griffo A 1976 Central Catholic graduate, Totten took over as head coach of his alma mater in 2005. Those four years, I was very fortunate to have him in charge.". Seneca Valley went 13-8 in two seasons with Lehmeier, and senior quarterback Graham Hancox passed for 2,012 yards and 20 touchdowns last fall. It is truly a special place with special people. You have to be there ready when the door opens.". The official 2022-23 Football Roster for the Bishop's University Gaiters. 1st Arts Lethbridge, Alta. And I did. We lost three or four really close games, all tough losses. He never has been.. It doesnt matter to him how many championships he wins. Chuck Adamopoulos, faculty member for 38 years and head football coach, greets the graduates as they line up for the start of commencement. You have permission to edit this article. O'Shea was fired at his alma mater McCutcheon, which he quarterbacked to its only state finals appearance in 1982. The then-new head of buildings and grounds was at the field that day, watching from afar. "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. Thank God I didnt take that job. When we started the wrestling program at Central he was my assistant. A lineman in high school, he played rugby at URI, before joining the Pentucket staff for two seasons upon graduating. Every day after school our young athletes are invited to come do their homework at our facilities and volunteer tutors offer their support to those that need it. BREVARD COUNTY SATELLITE BEACH, FLORIDA Melbourne Central Catholic football announced the addition of former Satellite Scorpions coach Ted Kimmey earlier this week. Centrals head coach Chuck Adamopoulos congratulates his team after Fridays Division 1 quarterfinal victory over Everett. During his tenure (through 2021), the Rams are 116-13 (.899) in the Mt. Beloved teacher and coach Mr. Charles "Coach A" Adamopoulos has announced that he is retiring as Head Coach of Raider Football. "He is a Central Catholic guy through and through," defensive coordinator Dave Fleming said. During his 10 years as head coach, he led the Eagles to the state tournament seven times, including six straight seasons, 2012-17. All our football coaches have received training recognized by the Quebec Amateur Football Federation. Mr. Eric Boucher '04, eboucher@centralcatholic.net. Coaching Honors: 2002 Portland Interscholastic League Coach of the Year, 2004, 2006, 2009, 2012, 2013, 2014 Mt. 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 hired him. Tuesday, January 24, 2023 | 9:01 AM. My mission is to make MCC Football attractive again. Lehmeier proved himself as a successful play-caller as an offensive coordinator, but said his focus as a head coach will be wider in scope. Zach has learned not only a lot about coaching with his dad, but also about treating people. I look back at the last 10 years (as the head coach) and am thankful for the experiences we have had. Hooks spent eight seasons as the head coach at the Hustlers' arch-rival school, Holy. I had graduated college a few months earlier and the economy wasnt great. Palko and Cherpak have eight. Thomas told his players Tuesday he has resigned as head football coach at Greensburg Central Catholic after two seasons. You can email Bill Burt at bburt@eagletribune.com. I could not be more excited to continue my stay at Central Catholic and serve as the head coach. We just started indoor track, which I enjoy. He produced winning seasons in each of his last 11 years on the job (16 all told), including a pair of unbeaten clubs in 1969 (9-0-0) and 1976 (9-0-1). He really wants to give the kids everything he has so they can experience a championship.. February 13, 2023 Space Coast Daily News Brevard Countys Best Newspaper, WATCH! 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. I have had the pleasure to coach not only good baseball players, but also good men. Central is an amazing place.. Low 23F. Dec 31, 2022 Blessed to be named 1st Team All State Inside Linebacker @PCC_FOOTBALL @PaFootballNews Jensen and his family are moving to Youngsville where he will start the prep baseball program at Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy. Tags: Central Catholic, Clairton, Elizabeth Forward, Peters Township, Thomas Jefferson. Perhaps, O'Shea isn't standing on stage at the PurdueMemorial Union ballroom, next to current Winamac and former Carroll and Northwestern coach John Hendryx as the newest inductees into the Indiana Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame. Lehmeier will take over for Terry Totten, who retired. January 16, 2023 Space Coast Daily News Brevard Countys Best Newspaper. This past season, the Lady Eagles finished 22-8 and fell to Catholic High-Pointe Coupee in the quarterfinals. Kendra was on the first Lehigh Valley coaching staff to win a state football team. The first boys' school in San Antonio and still one of the largest all-male private secondary schools in the state of Texas, Central Catholic High School remains a prestigious landmark in San Antonio and a symbol throughout South Texas of teaching excellence. My first time in the building for a job interview I just fell in love with the place, recalled Adamopoulos. Sexton is in his second year as a building-based educator at CCHS. Low 23F. Central Catholic Football on Twitter: "RT @CoachLehmeier: About to A 2006 North Hills graduate who played college football at Slippery Rock, Lehmeier works as a teacher for Pittsburgh Public Schools. Go To Coaching Staff. You can send an email to bburt@eagletribune.com with your anecdote and details. In than span the Raiders have compiled a record of 107-28. Part of this being such a desirable job is because of the way it was left by Coach Totten, Lehmeier said. 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. By: Chris Harlan 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. 2022 WPIAL Football Championship (Pennsylvania) 6A. And as I tell them every year at the banquet, theyll always be a part of the program. "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.