"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. The longtime football coach is the new man in charge at Allentown Central Catholic.The Vikings athletic department announced Melosky's hiring and the resignation of Tim McGorry simultaneously on . 1st Arts Lethbridge, Alta. Despite starting that season off 1-2, Central didnt lose another game, including the schools first ever Super Bowl championship. On 11/12, the Central Catholic varsity football team lost their neutral playoff game against Bishop Lynch (Dallas, TX) by a score of 41-21. Sexton is in his second year as a building-based educator at CCHS. RT @CoachLehmeier: About to FINISH the Week! One of his well-known assistants will take over the prestigious Vikings program. Ryan Lehmeier was announced as the new Central Catholic football coach on Jan. 24, 2023. 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. Central repeated again in 1998, this time going 10-1, and the Adamopoulos Dynasty had begun. Central Catholic has been home in more ways than one. But I remember that banquet and being so proud. I had business degree and it was tough finding a job, recalled Adamopoulos. Adamopoulos built Central into a Merrimack Valley Conference and state power. Chuck Adamopoulos, faculty member for 38 years and head football coach, greets the graduates as they line up for the start of commencement. The Indians celebrated double-overtime playoff victories against Baldwin on Oct. 31 and Fox Chapel on Wednesday. Home delivery and Digital Access customers of The Eagle-Tribune get deals for restaurants, hotels, attractions and other businesses, locally and across the country. Beloved teacher and coach Mr. Charles "Coach A" Adamopoulos has announced that he is retiring as Head Coach of Raider Football. 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. "He just wants this program to be the best that it can be. Lately, whenever Andrew Massucci kicks a ball, Peters Township wins. You have to be there ready when the door opens.". 2022 will mark Coach Pynes 35th year in high school coaching in both Oregon and Idaho. During his football career, he has won more than 200 games at several stops. Defensive Coordinator & Defensive Backs. 41-21 (L) Central Catholic vs. Bishop Lynch. 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. Montreal, Quebec H4T 1N8, Address: 908 New Hampshire Avenue #100, Washington, DC 20037, United States, Home service for people with reduced mobility. O'Shea will admit that doesn't happen without surrounding himself with hall of fame-caliber assistants whose contributions largely go unnoticed. In recent years, we have increased our efforts in encouraging our athletes to reflect on the importance of safely playing sports. Over his 26 seasons as head coach, Central won 13 MVC titles, went to five Super Bowls, and won three of them. "He is a Central Catholic guy through and through," defensive coordinator Dave Fleming said. Enjoy Space Coast Daily, Brevard Countys Best and Most Read Magazine, HOT OFF THE PRESS! Tournament Game. We had only one lineman over 200 pounds and he weighed 208. Tags: Central Catholic, Clairton, Elizabeth Forward, Peters Township, Thomas Jefferson. Aliquippas seniors were a year away from kindergarten the last time the Quips didnt reach the WPIAL finals. Season: This is a fall sport that runs from August to December. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. One of my captains was Jay Fielding, said Adamopoulos. January 16, 2023 Space Coast Daily News Brevard Countys Best Newspaper. Cherif Nicolas. By: Chris Harlan 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. 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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. I sort of knew that this would probably be it.. You can contact Chris by email at charlan@triblive.com or via Twitter . A few flurries or snow showers possible. 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. Cherpak could add a ninth next weekend when Thomas Jefferson faces Aliquippa in the WPIAL Class 4A final. Behind the scenes, O'Shea was teaching the game to not only CC football players, but also a new generation of up-and-coming coaches. And I wasnt even a Catholic, he added. 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. It was my first year as president, said Central Catholic president Christopher Sullivan. Children who want to be part of our sports teams must do well in 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. He already has the advantage with knowing his players. He is family. Lawrence, MA - Beloved and legendary CCHS Varsity Football Coach Mr. Charles "Coach A" Adamopoulos is officially retiring from his . 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. Winds NW at 5 to 10 mph. At the 2004 New Englands in New Haven, Central Catholic star Joe Fendone of Salem is congratulated by assistant coach Chuck Adamopoulos and head coach Dennis King. If Javascript is disabled browser, to place orders please visit the page where our photos are available to purchase. The Philadelphia Inquirer, Eagle Tribune Carrier Route Opportunities, Parenting before politics for Valerie Sununu, Mayor joined by councilors, other city workers , Resilience personified! 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. Tournament Game. His record 204-79 has been unmatched the last two decades. Sexton is no stranger to the Central program. 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. Offensive Coordinator & Quarterbacks. Anytime we played Central, it was a big game, Lehmeier said. The success we have had has been a true testament to their hard work and dedication to each other and the program. Sunni Rae Blanchard will lead the softball team. The Raiders fell to St. John's Prep, 21-0. More than half of our student body compete on at least one of these teams, an experience that fosters teamwork, dedication, sportsmanship, and the pursuit of excellence, lessons that carry . Samuel Gendreau. Lebanon. Players and parents want to be a part of a program that gets players scholarship offer as weve already done with Pittsburgh, Penn State, and Texas A&M, and that gets championships. He considered a move to Merrimack College. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. Low 23F. Head Coach. @PCC_FOOTBALL . Sunni Rae Blanchard will lead the softball team. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. Golf. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Following the resignation of Tim McGorry a week ago, Rob Melosky was waiting in the wings. He was with the legendary Bob Stem in 1988 when Bethlehem Catholic was one of the first state champs crowned. 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). Helping with their recruitment with colleges, driving them to colleges. Mr. Eric Boucher '04, eboucher@centralcatholic.net. He said there were too many individual memories over the years, including his 14 years as an assistant, to single out a few. Come to find out, Adamopoulos, the carpet-bagger from Groveland, always was a Central Raider at heart. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular commented articles. During his 10 years as head coach, he led the Eagles to the state tournament seven times, including six straight seasons, 2012-17. "Coach Totten has been an integral part of the Central Catholic Football tradition for many years," said Central . We had some close, tough losses that year. It has been great to us. 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I could not be more excited to continue my stay at Central Catholic and serve as the head coach. Print; Roster Layout: Go; . Its my job to uphold that tradition.. Clairton reached the finals behind cousins Jonte and Dontae Sanders on Friday night, while Jeannette relied on brothers Brad and Brett Birch. Lebanon (Pittsburgh, PA) by a score of 28-7. We may run it in the newspaper tomorrow. It doesnt matter to him how many championships he wins. 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. Then, the two reunited when O'Shea accepted the North Central job and hired Brown as associate head coach. Coach Pyne was an assistant coach in the 2014 Army All-American game and an assistant coach in the 2016 USA Football International Bowl. 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. Its too much, said Adamopoulous. Home Former Satellite Scorpions Coach Ted Kimmey Joins Melbourne Central Catholic Football Staff. The Rams have advanced to the state quarter-finals in 04, 07, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19 & 2021, the state semi-finals in 2011, 13, 14, 16, 19 & 2021, and have appeared in the State Championship game in 2013, 14, 16, 19 & 2021. Athletics. Sanders served in the position for three years before stepping down following this season to return to her home state of California. 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 "He's very outgoing, very friendly . Maybe he doesn't end up at North Central leading one of the more improbable program turnarounds in recent years. Lehmeier takes over a Central Catholic team that was WPIAL 6A runner-up last season with a junior-heavy roster. Both TJ and the Quips trailed at one point before winning. That was until Merrimack coach Dan Curran basically nixed that idea. 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. Some doors slam shut and some doors open up. Former rival Nate Hooks was named head football coach for Melbourne Central Catholic on Wednesday. Kendra was on the first Lehigh Valley coaching staff to win a state football team. Hiring Coach Kimmey is another step in doing so!, 2023 Maverick Multimedia, Inc. 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