Published on March 13th, 2011
Devin Smiley ’93 checked in from San Diego. The US Naval Academy graduate writes: Throughout the years many of you have supported my various fundraising efforts, for which I am incredibly thankful. Of course, there is [&hellip... Read More →
Published on March 12th, 2011
Before Sam Bender graduates :(, he’s taken on one final project: a “Staples Soccer Experience” video. We hope to capture over 50 years of Staples soccer excitement, drama, talent — and the enthusiasm of our great [&hellip... Read More →
Published on March 10th, 2011
Mark Gudis P’11 spent a recent afternoon with former President Bill Clinton. The 2 men discused various challenges and opportunities involving higher education throughout the world. Mark is a member of the board of directors of [&hellip... Read More →
Published on March 5th, 2011
Staples super-fan Laura Blair is once again working for a great cause. On May 1 she will take part in STAR’s 6th annual Walk, Roll & Stroll at Sherwood Island. STAR is an agency that serves [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 28th, 2011
No, not Matt Lamb ’07. Matt Harding. In 2003 the former video game developer did an impromptu dance in Hanoi. A friend filmed Matt, and a tradition began. By 2006 people around the planet were viewing [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 28th, 2011
The family of Preston Hirten ’07 has established a scholarship in his name through Staples Tuition Grants. For over 70 years, STG has been an important source of funding for Staples graduates — sometimes for all [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 27th, 2011
Registration closes April 1 for Staples’ STA pre-season camp. This annual event is for players who consider themselves to be legitimate varsity candidates only. After April 1, players will be put on a waiting list. This [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 23rd, 2011
Frederick B. Lea, father of longtime Staples coach Jeff Lea, died last Friday. He was 95. Mr. Lea was a retired sales manager with Celanese Coatings. A resident of Westwood, Mass. for 58 years, he and [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 22nd, 2011
Jordan Schur ’01 — a key defender on Staples’ 2000 state semifinalist squad, who went on to a stellar basketball career at Union College — is engaged to Karen Kruger. Jordan proposed to Karen this past [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 19th, 2011
Camp Laurel needs a head soccer coach. The Maine children’s summer camp — known for its superb staff and excellent facilities — is directed by Jem Sollinger ’88. Prior high school and/or college coaching is a [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 15th, 2011
A senior and sophomore soccer player helped set records at Saturday’s state LL indoor track championship, at Hillhouse High School. Sean Gallagher was part of of the meet record-setting 4×400 relay. Last fall’s soccer captain joined with Jonathan [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 12th, 2011
Staples hosted a 4-team futsal tournament this afternoon, for current and graduating high school-age players. Three Norwalk teams, and 1 from Westport, competed in the gym. Andres Torres scored the only goal in the final. Norwalk’s [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 10th, 2011
The 2010 game results have been added to StaplesSoccer.com. Click on the “Stats” link at the top of the home page — then dive in to 52 years of Staples soccer. Use the “Advanced Search” bar [&hellip... Read More →
Published on February 3rd, 2011
It’s official: 4 Staples soccer seniors have signed letters of intent with Division I schools. Frankie Bergonzi (Colgate University), Greg Gudis (Columbia University) and Brendan Lesch (University of Notre Dame) enjoyed a photo opportunity and interview [&hellip... Read More →
Published on January 28th, 2011
Continuing their long tradition of seeking out the best competition in the state, Staples has added Bunnell to its pre-season schedule. Like the Wreckers, the Stratford school fell in the state finals last fall. New Canaan [&hellip... Read More →