NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME Massachusetts Chapter 2017 BANQUET & INDUCTION CEREMONY THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME 2017 CEREMONIES Congratulations to WELCOME CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS JOHN PASSARINI Steven Biondolillo, Franklin – 1990, 91, 92, 94, 98, 99 & Master of Ceremonies 2000 Division II State Champions THE COACH WHO NURTURED THE ABILITY Randolph – 1991 Division I PARADE OF HONOREES State Champions IN EACH AND EVERY ATHLETE Past Inductees followed by the Class of 2017 Springfield Central – 1992 Division I State Champions Coach Pass continuing to be there – Katie’s College graduation WELCOMING REMARKS Krista Graff, LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT State Chapter Director, INDUCTEES National Wrestling Hall of Fame Robert Anniballi Thomas Bartosek OPENING REMARKS Patrick Coleman Sean Harrington, Craig Stone President, Board of Directors, Massachusetts Chapter PRESENTATION OF THE CLASS OF 2017 OUTSTANDING AMERICAN Donning of the Jacket Dr. John Passarini, Former Teacher and Coach Presented by Fred Smerlas CLOSING REMARKS Steven Biondolillo Katie Lynch and Coach Pass DINNER SERVICE hatching plans at the Wayland Middle School A triumphant Katie following her Boston Marathon 2001

With heartfelt gratitude to COACH PASS, The Lynch Family THE NATIONAL WRESTLING The Lexington Morning A LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR HALL OF FAME Riders and the Massachusetts Wrestling Family: ceremonies, visit our museums on our website at www.nwhof.org and interact with us on It is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2017 social media. Bedford Break-Fast Riders Massachusetts Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame banquet and induction ceremony. As you witness and celebrate the impact that the are thrilled to honor our This occasion brings together people from the individuals we are honoring today have made upon Massachusetts wrestling community as well as our the sport of wrestling and in their communities, be cycling friend and hero honorees and their family and friends. We are also sure and take pride and comfort in knowing that honored to have past inductees, who represent this ceremony ensures that their legacies will live the great heritage of wrestling in the state of on for future generations in the State Chapter area COACH JOHN PASSARINI Massachusetts, return annually to join us. of the newly-renovated National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum. - truly an Outstanding Lee Roy Smith Located in the heart of the United States in Stillwater, Oklahoma, your National Wrestling Hall of Fame In the spirit of preserving, recognizing and EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, works together with our Massachusetts Chapter to inspiring. American NATIONAL WRESTLING serve our mission of preserving our sport’s history, HALL OF FAME & MUSEUM recognizing extraordinary individuals for their Very Sincerely, achievements and inspiring future generations. As a Lee Roy Smith focal point of wrestling’s past, present and future, your Executive Director, NWHOF Hall of Fame’s Board of Governors and your State Chapter leaders are proud to provide an educational and entertaining experience for those who attend our

THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF STATE DIRECTOR THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME

Welcome to the Massachusetts Chapter of the Your National Wrestling Hall of Fame is committed National Wrestling Hall of Fame’s 15th Honors to preserving the history of wrestling, recognizing Banquet. The Class of 2017 is remarkable in their excellence and inspiring generations through our accomplishments and have dedicated themselves to the State Chapters and the two museums in Stillwater, BOB, TOM, PAT, CRAIG AND JOHN youth of Massachusetts. I am honored to be able to Oklahoma and Waterloo, Iowa. The newly celebrate their accomplishments with you. renovated Stillwater museum is thrilling visitors with an enhanced digital experience while showing Your Massachusetts Chapter Board of Directors off the abundance of memorabilia including many CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR has worked tirelessly to ensure the inductions are Olympic gold medals. memorable for each honoree and the Massachusetts wrestling family. They have lofty goals and I know the I ask that you join me in celebrating the Class INDUCTION INTO THE wrestling community will see their impact. Not only of 2017 and each of the inductees remarkable Krista Graff will they ensure recognition, but they are committed accomplishments and service to the sport. Enjoy STATE CHAPTER DIRECTOR, to growing wrestling and inspiring our youth. your evening of celebration! NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME There are two individuals who have spent many hours OF FAME working with and guiding the Massachusetts Chapter board. Steve Biondolillo and Greg Wilson, who have both been honored as Outstanding Americans by the Massachusetts Chapter, exemplify the character traits that wrestling promotes, including commitment, MIWCA discipline, honor, perseverance, responsibility and sacrifice. Thank you Steve and Greg for giving your Massachusetts Interscholastic time, talent and energy to the Massachusetts Chapter! Wrestling Coaches Association THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME MISSION STATEMENT INDUCTEES THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME

The mission of the Massachusetts Chapter of the The DAVE SCHULTZ AWARD is presented by 2017 HONOREES National Wrestling Hall of Fame is to promote and the National Wrestling Hall of Fame to the top Robert Anniballi (Natick) Lifetime Service to Wrestling strengthen the sport of wrestling in Massachusetts. wrestler from each state who displays outstanding Thomas Bartosek (Canton) Lifetime Service to Wrestling We do this by preserving the history of Massachu- character and academic performance. Patrick Coleman (Norton) Lifetime Service to Wrestling setts wrestling, recognizing our excellence, and Dr. John Passarini (Waltham) Outstanding American inspiring future generations to learn from our In addition, the Massachusetts Chapter selects ex- Craig Stone (Lynnfield-North Reading) Lifetime Service to Wrestling great sport. ceptional student-athletes who aspire to wrestle in college for JAMES PECKHAM SCHOLARSHIPS. As a state chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame, the Massachusetts Chapter carries forth the The MASSACHUSETTS WRESTLING ROOTS goals of our national organization by celebrating the and the BAY STATE PRIDE awards are presented CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM RECOGNITIONS to individuals who have made other contribu- excellence of wrestlers, coaches, officials, and other Franklin – 1990, 91, 92, 94, 98, 99 & 2000 Division II State Champions contributors to Massachusetts wrestling. tions to the Massachusetts wrestling community. Coach-of-the-year, outstanding wrestler, and Randolph – 1991 Division I State Champions LIFETIME SERVICE TO WRESTLING: an individual various honors are presented to recognize stellar Springfield Central – 1992 Division I State Champions who has dedicated at least twenty years of meaning- performances by athletes, officials, and coaches. ful service to the sport of wrestling. We take great pride in the Massachusetts State MEDAL OF COURAGE: a wrestler or former wres- Chapter programs, including our website tler who has overcome insurmountable challenges (http://nwhof.org/massachusetts/), our spring or made heroic sacrifices. awards ceremony, and our induction banquet. PAST HONOREES All of these things preserve our wrestling heritage CLASS OF 2015 CLASS OF 2014 CLASS OF 2013 OUTSTANDING AMERICAN: a former wrestler and celebrate the individuals who have made Manny Costa, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Mark Donovan, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Steven H. Biondolillo, Outstanding American who has applied lessons learned from wrestling to notable contributions to Massachusetts wrestling. achieve notable success in another area of life. Mike Pyle, Outstanding American Chip Dunn, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Rick Bowe, Massachusetts Wrestling Roots Bruce Rich, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Brian Gallagher, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Carmine Colace, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Our inductees are enshrined in the State Chapter Steve Tassini, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Larry Tremblay, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Glen Doherty, Medal of Courage Neal Zonfrelli, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Greg Wilson, Outstanding American Ray Miro, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Gallery of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame Nick Zacchilli, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Museum in Stillwater, OK. In the museum, our inductees take their rightful place alongside other CLASS OF 2012 CLASS OF 2011 CLASS OF 2010 wrestling greats from across the country who have Gary Chase, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Fran Cranston, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Stephen Henry, Lifetime Service to Wrestling contributed to the sport of wrestling. Deke Conklin, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Colin Kilrain, Outstanding American Frank Millard, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Tom Darrin, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Joe LeVasseur, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Fred Scyocurka, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Warren Farrell, Massachusetts Wrestling Roots Dennis Puleo, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Otis Tholander, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Phil Gormley, Lifetime Service to Wrestling John Puleo, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Brian Urquhart, Lifetime Service to Wrestling

CLASS OF 2009 CLASS OF 2008 CLASS OF 2007 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dave Baldanza, Lifetime Service to Wrestling John Putnam, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Norm Bouley, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Rod Buttry, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Robert Rudolph, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Andy McNerney, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Tim Donovan, Medal of Courage Rick Sullivan, Outstanding American Frank Smith, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Sean Harrington Mark Laramee Phil Tomkiel, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Eric Turner, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Vinnie Viglione, Lifetime Service to Wrestling (President) (VP of Finance & Development) Steve Ward, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Rene Canezin Ray Miro CLASS OF 2005 CLASS OF 2003 CLASS OF 2002 (Treasurer) John McLaughlin, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Frank Ball, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Carl Adams, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Joe Nugent Frank Millard, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Norm Collier, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Mike Defazio, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Gary Chase Matt Quimby Denis Mulvihill, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Phil Grebinar, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Peter Fuller, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Bob Skelton, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Stan Holmes, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Dick Griffin, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Charles Danhof (Secretary) Tim Walsh, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Alex Steinbergh, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Rick Moyer, Lifetime Service to Wrestling (VP of Promotions) Annie Staulo Laura Driver (Co-VP of Programs) CLASS OF 2000 CLASS OF1999 George Bossi, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Louis Andrews, Lifetime Service to Wrestling (Co-VP of Programs) Steven Biondolillo Howard “Tug” Crozier, Lifetime Service to Wrestling John Harkness, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Phil Gormley (Emeritus & Advisory Member) John Lee, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Ken Mallory, Lifetime Service to Wrestling George Myerson, Lifetime Service to Wrestling Doug Parker, Lifetime Service to Wrestling (VP of Nominations) Greg Wilson Bill White, Lifetime Service to Wrestling James Peckham, Lifetime Service to Wrestling (Advisory Member) THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME MASTER OF CEREMONIES

STEVEN H. BIONDOLILLO - MASTER OF CEREMONIES SEAN HARRINGTON PRESIDENT, BIONDOLILLO ASSOCIATES, INC. PRESIDENT, MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER

Recognized for coining the term “signature event,” Sean Harrington is an accomplished trainer, coach and Steven Biondolillo is the nation’s leading developer motivational leader with over 20 years of experience of branded, large-scale special-event fundraising leading and inspiring wrestlers and teams. His areas of programs. Among his firm’s landmark walkathons expertise span across all facets of wrestling from youth to are national leaders in the areas of breast cancer and Division I college wrestling. Sean is currently the Head hunger, and among its “signature events” are many Assistant Wrestling Coach at Harvard University. Elected national “firsts,” including the first film and video President of the Board for the Massachusetts Chapter production festival for children, holiday ornament of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in October of fundraising campaign, CEO-driven literacy/ 2016, Sean is serving his first term as President. mentoring program, and service corps focused on the cardiovascular health and wellness of the Prior to Harvard, Sean was the Head Assistant Wrestling American public. Additionally, Steven has developed Coach at Boston University from 2011-14. In addition, what is widely regarded to be the nation’s premiere he owned and operated BrickHouse Wrestling and training program in the field of special-event fundraising, and has trained over Fitness, llc in Lowell, Massachusetts from 2006-2012. Wrestlers from BrickHouse 12,000 nonprofit staff and volunteers. Since 1984, fundraisers developed by went on to wrestle at Harvard, Boston U, Buffalo, Pitt, as well as WPI, Roger Biondolillo Associates have raised over $1 billion. Williams, and Johnson & Wales. In 2011, Sean received the PCA Double-Goal Coaching Award from Liberty Mutual Insurance for coaching and more specifically, Until 1982, Steven was an elite freestyle wrestler and medalist in national for teaching life lessons through sport. He served as the Massachusetts Junior and international competition, including the World Maccabiah Games, the National Wrestling team coach from 2008-10. Canadian University National Championships (formerly CIAUs), the New York Athletic Club International Tournament, the Quebec Open, and the As a competitor, Sean was a two-time Olympic Trials competitor and placed 8th at National Preparatory School Championships. Additionally, he was selected to the US Open Championships in 2004. He was a 3-year resident-athlete at the US represent both the United States (2X) and Canada (2X) in international dual- Olympic Center in Colorado Springs, CO where he trained with, and competed meet competition. From 1992–1997, Steven served on the coaching staff of against elite wrestlers from around the world. Collegiately, Sean was a two-time All- Boston College’s NCAA Division I wrestling program. In 2013, he was inducted American wrestler for University of Massachusetts–Lowell and earned the University’s into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as an “Outstanding American” from esteemed Cushing Award, presented to the University’s top athlete, for both the ’95 Massachusetts. and ’96 seasons. At Dracut High School, he was a Massachusetts State Champion and New England Champion. Steven’s op-ed pieces on amateur sports and child welfare have appeared in numerous publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Chicago Tribune, He is a member of the Athletic Hall of Fame at U Mass Lowell, Dracut High School Atlanta Constitution, Miami Herald, Boston Herald, Boston Globe, Philadelphia and the Massachusetts Interscholastic Wrestling Coaches Association. Sean holds a Inquirer, Union Leader, and Amateur Wrestling News, and the second edition of BS in Business Administration from the University of Massachusetts–Lowell, and his book, Macaroni and Cheese Manifesto, was published in 2013. lives in Pelham, New Hampshire with his wife, Jackie, and daughters, Madeline and Sophia. THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME OUTSTANDING AMERICAN Dr. John Passarini

It takes special qualities to be a teacher and a coach. In John Passarini’s case, his extraordinary career has been marked by two outstanding qualities – passion and compassion.

The Newton native established the Waltham wrestling program in 1970 and compiled a 145-57-2 record in 12 varsity seasons. Passarini was twice named Co-Coach of the Year along with the “Legend” Larry Tremblay. His teams won two Suburban League Championships and three Central Mass. Sectional Championships. Passarini is the proud member of the Massachusetts Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame (1986) and the Waltham HS Athletic Hall of Fame (2007).

After 18 years in the Waltham system, Passarini joined the Wayland faculty and served there from 1988-2004 as the System Wide Adapted Physical Education Specialist. In 2000 Passarini was named the AAHPERD National Adapted PE Teacher of the year. In 2001 he won the Council for Exceptional Children’s “Going the Extra Mile” Award.

What separates Passarini from everyone else is the time he spends with each individual athlete and student. Passarini develops deep connections with his students and athletes by not only being a coach and teacher, but by deeply Part of the motivation for Passarini’s career was the At the University of Connecticut, Passarini played caring about them. Teaching and coaching was not an hourly responsibility for education he received in the Newton public schools. football and wrestled for 4 years and began his Passarini, but a 24-7 devotion Born into an Italian immigrant family, Passarini interest in adapted physical education after meeting Passarini, a Lexington resident, believes that “nobody is disabled; we are all struggled academically, repeating second grade. Dr. Hollis F. Fait. “He was a beautiful blend of differently abled.” His program is based on a fundamental respect for the academics and compassion,” said Passarini. I His turning point came when he was a seventh dignity and value of each child. remember thinking, “What a wonderful man, I grade student at Meadowbrook Junior High, where want to be just like him.” The pinnacle of his success was his selection as the 2003 Disney National he learned to understand and compensate for his Teacher of the Year, chosen the top educator from a pool of 185,000 nominees. learning challenges and become a dedicated and As he heads to his 70th birthday and 48th year of confident scholar. teaching, Passarini remains active. As an adjunct Passarini had been nominated for the Disney award in 2002 by one of his professor at Salem State University, he teaches adapted physical education students, Katie Lynch, whom he had met when she At Newton South High, he captained three sports both undergraduate and graduate Adapted P.E. was a seventh grade student in Wayland in 1988. Passarini and Lynch developed — football, wrestling and baseball — and was , Perceptual-Motor Development, Methods and a special bond from the moment they met until Lynch’s death in 2003. elected to the National Honor Society. Passarini was Principles of Coaching, and Health and Wellness. a first team Boston Globe All Scholastic Football In addition, he teaches three classes of Adapted Lynch was born with a connective tissue disorder and was only 28 inches tall. selection, a New England Wrestling Champion, and PE for the Swampscott Public Schools. Passarini is Yet she had a magnetic personality and despite severe physical challenges and the All Suburban League Baseball Catcher. He also currently training for his 17th Annual Best Buddies more than a dozen life threatening surgeries, she had a brilliant mind and a won the Boys Senior Cup, which went to the top Hyannis Port Challenge Bike ride and has raised over “never give up” attitude. male graduate. In 2009 Passarini was inducted into $48,000.00 for this wonderful organization. the first class of the Newton South HS Athletic Hall When Passarini received his Doctorate in Education at Boston University of Fame. Passarini has been married to his wife, Gloria, for in 2001, he received a graduation card from Lynch that read, “If you have 43 years. They have three sons — John, Tom and knowledge, let others light their candles by it.” Passarini’s career as a teacher and Michael — and their beautiful daughter-in-law, coach has been marked by lighting others’ candles. Jennifer. The Passarinis have one grandson, Jacoby. THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME LIFETIME SERVICE TO WRESTLING Robert Anniballi

To say Bob Anniballi has been immersed in wrestling for the last 35 years would be a gross understatement. Whether it was wrestling in high school, his coaching high school teams to unprecedented titles, or coaching MA select teams to regional and national tournaments, Bob has done so much in the sport of wrestling.

A 1985 graduate of Natick High School, Bob captained the wrestling team both his junior and senior year. Anniballi went on to Framingham State University and during his freshmen year a visit to his former mentor, John Carroll, put Bob on this terrific journey. While a student at NHS, Bob developed a close relationship with legendary NHS Athletic Director, John Carroll. Carroll was looking for an assistant wrestling coach for the season and asked Bob if he could take the junior varsity position for “one season;” Bob has not stopped coaching since! It is Bob’s role as the NHS wrestling coach that has The Redhawks are D2M Sectional Champions Bob’s career dual meet record currently stands at 483-53-3 in his 27 seasons solidified his legacy in the wrestling community. and captured their first D2 Dual Meet State as head coach at Natick High and including time at Keefe Technical High. First, as assistant coach from 1986-1989, Anniballi Championship title. Anniballi has been named the He has coached over 125 State Place winners and 53 All-State Place Winners took over as head coach for one year in 1990. After Boston Globe coach of the year 3x’s, 2000, 2010, (Est. 1994). Bob credits his mother Ann for his career in education. During a a brief stint at Keefe Tech where he coached both and this past season, 2017. In 2010 he was inducted time when Bob was immersed in coaching and MA USA wrestling, he was also soccer and wrestling, Bob was lured back to Natick into the MIWCA Hall of Fame. in 1992. Having persuaded former Boston Latin taking classes, working various jobs, and feeling uncertain about what path to Coach Anniballi is thankful for all of his assistant take. Ann said, “you obviously have a passion for working with kids, go back to coach Ed Smith to join him in Natick, Anniballi and Smith’s first season began 0-5. The Redmen coaches over the past 30 seasons: Mike Kane, Garth school and get your teaching degree.” Bob was a special education teacher and Yohn, John Adams, Greg Sinclair, Marty Geoghegan, coach at Keefe Tech before returning to Natick. Bob is currently the Director went on a 14-0 run and placed 2nd at the Division I Central sectionals, well ahead of several teams Phil Brown, Brian Linton, Rob Dombroskas, of Wellness for the Natick Public Schools. The Physical Education program Mike Buono, Nick DiAntonio, Joe Giudice, Mike in Natick has been nationally recognized under Bob’s leadership. He has been that had handed them early season losses. The following season Natick won sectionals and placed Breau, Dave Nelson and a very special thanks married to Kori, whom he met at Keefe Tech, for the last 14 years and they have to longtime assistants, Ed Smith, Kevin “Tuna” two sons, Michael 12 in June, and Eddie 10 in May. 2nd at the Division II state tournament and have never looked back. Thomas and Chad Sinclair. Bob values the many In the spring of 1987, Anniballi was approached by then Framingham South lasting friendships wrestling has given him. From his wrestling coach, Gordy Wrin. Along with Framingham North coach, Dan Natick continues to be a state powerhouse today, fellow high school tri-captains Bob Kelly and Eric Balboni, the three “Italian Hot Heads” founded the MetroWest Wrestling Club. winning the Bay State Conference 23 out of the Ramstrom, who have remained very close friends Their mission was simple; provide a no-cost opportunity for in the MetroWest last 24 seasons. From 2003-2009, Natick had an today, to rival coaches and especially the student- area wrestlers to learn Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. The club practiced unprecedented 68 match win streak, the longest athletes from Natick and his experiences with the two nights a week and traveled to local, regional, and national level tournaments. in the history of the conference. Coach Anniballi state teams, he considers it a privilege to have had the It was during this time that Wrin encouraged Bob to get into officiating. As has also led Natick to 13 sectional titles and two opportunity to shape legions of young wrestlers into a referee for the MA USA Wrestling, Anniballi grew as a coach and mentor. state titles in 2010 and 2017. During his 25 successful individuals both on and off the mat. Bob Anniballi was invited to join the MA coaching state staff and eventually became year run as head coach, Natick has placed in the treasures his memories and experiences with all of his the head Freestyle coach as well as an executive board member. An all-volunteer top five at the state tournament a remarkable 21 current and former wrestlers and is pleased to share organization, MA USAW ran over 20 tournaments each spring and took MA times. This current season saw the Redhawks go his hall of fame recognition with them. All-Star teams to regional and national events. Anniballi credits much of his 11-0 in conference matches and 26-2 overall. success in coaching to his experience with USA wrestling at the local and national level. THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME LIFETIME SERVICE TO WRESTLING Thomas Bartosek

Occasionally, a coach will create an opportunity to advance our sport in Dan Ventura, the Scholastic Sports Editor for the creative ways. Due to the effort and perseverance of men like Tom Bartosek, Boston Herald reflected on Tom’s work when he Massachusetts wrestling has grown and prospered. said that Tom “was a tireless supporter of the sport and we have all benefited from his knowledge and Growing up on a small farm near Toledo, Ohio left a lasting impression on dedication to wrestling.” Ventura went on to say, “I Tom. Farming taught him that preparation, patience, and hard work were vital consider myself blessed to know Tom – a class act in to the success of the harvest. Tom will readily admit that he was unathletic, but every sense of the word.” he enjoyed being a member of the outstanding Northwood, Ohio HS wrestling team under legendary Coach Jim Derr. In other ventures, Tom worked with coaches to lobby the NCAA to bring the Division-I Wrestling Tom left Ohio to study at Boston College in 1968. After graduating from BC, Tournament to Boston and to start wrestling Tom worked for a number of years in the Department of Biochemistry at Boston programs at universities in the Massachusetts State City Hospital and at the Sidney Farber Cancer Research Center. Tom left College Athletic Conference. The only televised research to teach biology and chemistry for 32 years in Weymouth, Silver Lake, MIAA wrestling event was broadcast on Comcast and Canton. Sports in 2007, as a direct result of Tom’s effort. When Weymouth South HS could not find a coach, Tom took over a struggling A longtime proponent of girl’s wrestling, Tom Tom credits his Mother Ann, Father Emil and Sister program and successfully turned it around. He eventually left to teach and start led a campaign to establish an MIAA Girls State Patty for their love and encouragement. Carolyn, Tom’s wrestling programs at Silver Lake and Canton High School. Wrestling Tournament. wife for 42 years, is the foundation of his family. His In a capstone of his creativity, Tom is writing daughter Emily and son Brian bring him happiness and It’s in Canton that Tom achieved his greatest success. Tournament fulfillment. championships were prominent benchmarks in the success of the Canton a history of Massachusetts wrestling including wrestling program. The pride derived in producing four state champions and Olympic competitors, AAU placewinners, college Without the help of his assistant coaches, Tom could numerous placewinners were meaningful achievements for the entire team. In All-Americans, high school team champions and never have accomplished his goals. He is forever grateful addition, on four occasions, the Massachusetts Wrestling Officials Association biographies of luminaries such as Jim Peckham, to the support and encouragement of his fellow coaches, honored the Canton High School team with the MIAA Sportsmanship Award. John Lee, Doug Parker, Homer Barr, Rodney Smith teachers, staff, administrators, parents and wrestlers over While some teams found it hard to fill their lineup, Canton consistently and many others. the years. produced large and talented squads. To cap it off, Tom was selected as the Boston When Jim Peckham spearheaded the formation of In recognition of his accomplishments, the Globe “Coach-of-the-Year” in 2002 and inducted in the Coaches Association the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Hall “Hall of Fame.” Massachusetts Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of of Fame in 1998, he gathered together a trusted Fame is proud to honor Tom Bartosek with the “Lifetime In addition to his work on the mat, Tom discovered other avenues to help the group of friends to help him establish the chapter. Service” award. wrestling community. To underscore the significance of this evening, Jim personally asked for Tom’s help in this endeavor. Tom Darrin, Past President of the MIWCA explained that “for twenty years Tom worked incredibly hard behind the scenes to get stories and recognition for Another original member of the Chapter, Steven wrestling in newspapers and magazines.” Biondolillo explained that ”Tom has been the primary force in making sure that the National Because of Tom’s attentiveness, numerous wrestlers were selected for All- Wrestling Hall of Fame – Massachusetts Chapter American honors in Wrestling USA Magazine. Worthy candidates were chosen survives, flourishes and stands out in the National for Wrestling USA Magazine’s “Massachusetts Man-of-the-Year” award, Wrestling Hall of Fame Chapter program.” “National Writer-of-the-Year” award and the Dave Schultz Excellence in Wrestling Award. THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME LIFETIME SERVICE TO WRESTLING Patrick Coleman

Pat Coleman began wrestling as a 7th grader in Westbury, N.Y. and went on to Coleman is married and the proud father of four be the top high school wrestler for the Dragons. He recorded two undefeated terrific children (James, Daniel, Julia & Scott) and dual meet seasons before becoming a North Shore (Long Island) champion and three wonderful grandchildren (Nora, Laurel & “Outstanding Wrestler” at the tournament in 1967. He enjoyed an excellent Sam). His youngest son, Scott, won a state title at college career at Harvard where he was voted captain of the Crimson’s most 145 lbs. for the Lancers in 2012 and holds the team successful team to date (15-4 in 1971). A 3-year varsity starter, Coleman was record for most career wins (148). Pat’s wife, Dinny, 2-time All-Ivy, 2-time Easterns place-winner, New England NCAA regional is affectionately called “Mrs. Coach” by the wrestlers champion and 2-time D-1 NCAA qualifier. He was honored as the recipient of and their parents for her dedication to the team. Pat two Harvard wrestling awards. says that he couldn’t have accomplished what he did without her help and support. Pat began his coaching career at Brookline H.S. in 1971 and went on to coach at Newton North H.S. from 1972 to 1983 where his Tigers won 125 meets and Coleman gives much credit to his dedicated and were 2-time Suburban League champions and 3-time D-1 Central Sectional talented assistant coaches over the years, especially champs. In 1986 he was voted into the Massachusetts Wrestling Coaches Hall of Jim Cain (Brookline), Norm Walker, Peter Fame at the age of 37. He changed jobs and didn’t return to coaching until 2002 Capodilupo, and Richie Starr (Newton North), when he started up a very successful Norton Youth Wrestling team at the Norton Peter Holmes, Brian Gallagher and Jeff Francis Program Center of the Attleboro YMCA. (Norton) and to the outstanding young athletes and their parents with whom he has had the pleasure of Next, Coleman proposed starting a team at Norton H.S. and the school working over the years. committee approved. In 2006, the Lancers competed as a JV team and moved up to varsity competition in 2007. During 11 years of Norton varsity wrestling, Coleman’s teams earned an outstanding record of 256-64. The Lancers won D-3 state wrestling championships in 2012 and 2014 and were runners-up in 2013 and 2016. In addition, the Lancers won 4 sectional titles and 8 league championships. Coleman is equally proud of the state sportsmanship award won by his team in 2014 (voted by the Massachusetts Wrestling Officials Association) as well as the two MIAA Gold Level Academic Excellence Awards that his Lancers achieved in 2016 (team GPA 3.21) and 2017 (team GPA 3.14)

Pat has been voted “Coach of the Year” for the Tri-Valley League (2x), D-3 South & Central Sectionals (5x), local newspapers (5x) and D-3 States (2x). His wrestlers have won 5 individual state titles and 21 individual sectional titles. 11 of his wrestlers have won over 100 matches in their careers, a milestone achievement. In 2012, Coleman was honored as the “Massachusetts D-3 Coach of the Year” by the Boston Globe. THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME LIFETIME SERVICE TO WRESTLING Craig Stone

Craig Stone was born and raised in Warwick, Rhode Island along with his two Craig attributes his success to a coaching style that siblings, his twin sister Sharlene and his younger sister Karen. The son of a emphasizes clear and effective communication plumber and a housewife/secretary (neither who attended college), Craig was between athletes, parents, teachers, and raised with a value system that emphasized a strong work ethic, doing what was administrators. Letting all parties understand their right, and a strong commitment to family. roles in supporting each other and recognizing their required individual contribution is key, while being Growing up, Craig attended the YMCA and joined the Boy Scouts, both of open to everybody’s input is equally as important. which were tremendous influences in his life. He was the traditional three-season The cornerstone of his coaching philosophy is athlete playing football, basketball, and tennis. Friends encouraged him to try TEAM which stands for “Together Each Achieves wrestling, and even though he was always intrigued by the sport and attended More” a mantra that Stone has used throughout his several matches, he couldn’t get himself to step on the mat. career. Stone’s objective perspective helps balance the highs and lows of the sport, and his genuine concern That changed in the fall of 1967 when Craig enrolled at Springfield College. He for his wrestlers as both athletes and young adults took wrestling as a sport skill class during his freshman year, and then decided helps drive their success. Stone’s hope is that he has to take the leap in representing his class in an intramural tournament. After instilled the values of hard work and perseverance experiencing some success, the freshman coach encouraged Craig to try out in his wrestlers, and that they take the invaluable for the team, and before he knew it, he was hooked and remained on the team life lessons wrestling teaches with them on their through his college years. journeys. After graduating from Springfield College, Craig received his Master’s degree Craig retired as an elementary physical educator in in Physical Education from the University of Oregon. He took his first job in June of 2016 after 44 years in the same teaching education for Lynnfield Public Schools in Massachusetts in 1972. Three years position, and has now completed his 42nd year of later, 20 high school students signed a petition to start a wrestling team. Stone coaching wrestling. For the past 36 years, he has applied for the coaching position, and in 1975 Lynnfield High School had a club also coached the girl’s tennis team at Lynnfield High team, elevating to varsity status the following year. School during the spring season, accumulating As his career progressed, Craig took note of declining enrollment numbers another highly-esteemed record of 563-84. and decided to act. In 2005, he formed a co-op with North Reading who had Teaching and coaching in Lynnfield, and later in previously dropped their program. The merging of two teams has been an North Reading where he currently resides and invaluable experience for Craig, his wrestlers, and the communities, while it where his children went to school has been a dream allows everyone involved to continue to reap the benefits that wrestling provides. come true. Stone is grateful to the talented student- Stone’s impressive coaching record and list of honors is representative of athletes, caring parents, supportive communities, his dedication and commitment to the sport and his athletes. His current and professional networks that have shaped his career coaching record stands at 531-313-7. His teams have won 5 league career. He extends his gratitude to his wife Patty of championships, 3 sectional championships, and finished as state finalists in 2014. 39 years, his two children, Michael and Jenna, his Craig has coached 84 state place finishers and 8 state champions. He has been daughter-in-law Liz, and his prized grandchildren, named Cape Ann League Coach of the Year 8 times and The Boston Globe Coach Jillian and Samantha. of the Year twice. Craig was inducted in the Massachusetts Wrestling Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1998, and received the National Wrestling Coaches Association Massachusetts Coach of the Year Award in 2013. He also received the North Shore Student Athlete Lifetime Commitment Award in 2013, the Honorary Lynnfield Rotarian Award in 2015, and served as Sectional Chairman of the MWCA Executive Board for over 30 years.

THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME PECKHAM SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME JAMES PECKHAM – OUR FOUNDER AND FRIEND

James Peckham is a legend in Massachusetts wrestling circles whose contributions to the sport spanned more than a half-century. Peckham’s impact was immense; he was a role model and mentor to countless athletes and coaches across the region.

As a wrestler, Peckham competed in the freestyle and Greco-Roman styles, training with coaches at MIT and Milton Academy. In 1954, after winning an AAU championship, Peckham was selected to represent the United States as a member of the Greco-Roman Olympic wrestling team. During the 1956 Olympics, Jim lost a controversial decision that cost him an opportunity to wrestle for a gold medal.

In 1962, Peckham started a collegiate coaching career that would last for thirty years, coaching first at Emerson College (while also serving as athletic director) and then at Harvard University. During that time, “Coach” ran a popular wrestling program at the old Boston YMCU (the “Boston Union”), where he trained The Peckham Family would like to recognize the past recipients of the scores of elite wrestlers. Jim also ran a wrestling camp for many years, where selected wrestlers were James C. Peckham Scholarship Award: given the opportunity to “earn the right to win” by learning technique and toughness from the legend.

AWARD YEAR RECIPIENT HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE On the international level, Peckham was one of the pioneers who built the United States into a world power 2016 Peter Tedesco Belmont Hill School Maryland in international wrestling. Jim was a USA wrestling coach for 38 major international competitions, serving 2015 Fritz Hoehn North Andover High School Edinboro University as head coach for the 1976 Olympic team and assistant coach for the 1972 Olympic team. 2015 Brandon Worcester Academy Gettysburg College Casamassima There was nobody quite like Jim Peckham! He was one of those old-school guys in the sport of wrestling 2014 Chris Sullivan Canton High School Coast Guard Academy who seemed to be around since wrestling began in the ancient Olympics. Underneath his genteel exterior, Jim was tough – really tough – not just physically, but also mentally. He was decades ahead of his time 2014 Christian Vallis Phillips Andover Academy Johns Hopkins University with training techniques, embracing cross-training in the 1950s. Peckham was always running, biking, 2013 Aaron Conrad Bridgewater-Raynham High School Boston University swimming, lifting, rope climbing, and wrestling. He was a devoted vegetarian who abstained from alcohol. 2013 Ryan Neals North Andover High School University of Massachusetts 2013 Jim Ryan Dracut High School Roger Williams College Although he did not attend college, Coach Peckham was a lifelong learner. His knowledge of ancient Greek 2013 Mike Stewart Dracut High School Ellsworth Community College and Roman history was magnificent. Jim’s expertise in agriculture was impressive; he was especially proud of his extensive gardens and orchards. During his lifetime, Coach stayed abreast of developments in 2013 Geoff Verallis Northfield Mount Hermon School Drexel University kinesiology, biochemistry, and nutrition. Jim had a wealth of knowledge in many subjects, and he was a 2012 Logan David King Philip High School Cornell University renowned story-teller, lighting up a room with conversation, and always making you think. 2012 Mike Mui Hingham High School Merchant Marine Academy 2012 Ryan O’Boyle Central Catholic School McDaniel College In 1998, Coach Peckham founded the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Guided by his example, the Massachusetts Chapter continues to pursue its mission of preserving our 2012 Jeffrey Ott Belmont Hill School Harvard University wrestling history, recognizing our excellence, and inspiring future generations of wrestlers. In 2000, the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in Oklahoma recognized Jim Peckham’s many accomplishments as a Through their actions and their character, these young men are perpetuating the legacy of competitor, coach, administrator, and official by inducting him as a Distinguished Member. James Peckham, the founder of the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Coach Peckham believed in the power of education and understood the value of James Peckham truly made a difference to wrestling, his family, and his friends. Jim loved his wife Jean, wrestling as a foundation upon which to build one’s life. his family, his garden, his many friends, and wrestling… and he lived his life with passion. In 2011, the James Peckham Earning the Right Scholarship Fund was established to perpetuate Coach Peckham’s legacy by supporting Massachusetts high school wrestlers with strong character who intend to wrestle in college.

PRESERVING OUR WRESTLING HISTORY ~ RECOGNIZING OUR EXCELLENCE ~ INSPIRING FUTURE GENERATIONS DAVE SCHULTZ AWARD

A big thank you to all who supported Mass Mayhem! 200 people attended the event at 2016 Peter Tedesco Belmont Hill School the Noble & Greenough School on 4/9, and 1500 viewed the wrestling portion on 2015 Jonathan Viruet Springfield Central High School Facebook Live. Those in attendance 2014 Christian Monserrat Methuen High School watched some well-deserved wrestling folks 2013 Leo Trindade Billerica High School receive awards, and they witnessed an 2012 Jeffrey Ott Belmont Hill School exciting all-star dual meet. Also, college 2011 Kyle Visconti Malden Catholic High School coaches came and spoke to potential recruits and their families. Check out the archived 2010 Derek Papagianopoulos Buckingham, Browne & Nichols matches on YouTube, and consider 2009 Miguel Guzman Greater Lawrence High School attending next year's event. It stands out as a 2008 John Sughrue Methuen High School great day that brings wrestling folks together 2007 Sean Bilodeau Brooks School from all over Massachusetts and beyond. 2006 Brian Sheehan Lowell High School 2017 Mass. Chapter of the NWHOF Awards College Wrestler of the Year (Jeffrey Ott – Harvard University) @masswrestlinhof 2005 Casey Boyle Lowell High School Public School Wrestler of the Year (Jake Ferri – Shawsheen Tech) 2004 Joe Fendone Central Catholic High School Prep School Wrestler of the Year (Philip Conigliaro – Belmont @masswrestlinghof 2003 Mike Arone Waltham High School Hill) Public School Coach of the Year (Doug Daponde – Minnechaug) 2002 Mike Pedro St. John’s Preparatory School Prep School Coach of the Year (Zach Bates – NMH) 2001 Mike Parziale Woburn High School Bay State Pride Award (Mike Stuer – MIWOA, NE Youth) https://www.facebook.com/MANWHOF/ Wrestler’s Heart Award (Matthew Freitas – Catholic Memorial) 2000 Steve Heleniak Franklin High School Up & Coming Coach of the Year (James Bleiler – Melrose) 1999 Nathan Cote St. John’s Preparatory School College Coach of the Year (Lonnie Morris – JWU) Youth/Club Coach of the Year (Brian Conrad – CBC Wrestling) 1998 Mark Laramee Rockland (Northeast Regional Winner) 1997 Conan Leary Tabor Academy ______2017 Mass Mayhem Results______106 Hunter Adrian (Melrose/Red Team) W over Ethan Porter (Nobles/Blue Team) 113 Jake Ferri (Shawsheen Tech/Red Team) W over Owen Finn (NMH/Blue Team) 120 Cole Wyman (Brockton/Red Team) W over David Yeh (Nobles/Blue Team) 126 Ramazan Attasuov (Wayland/Red Team) W over Noah Burstein (NMH/Blue Team) 132 Jordan Rowlette (NMH/Blue Team) W over Josh Bergeron (West Springfield/Red Team) 138 Pablo Ogata (Framingham/Red Team) W over Charlie McLaughlin (NMH/Blue Team) 145 Dan Haverty (Woburn/Blue Team) W over Eamon Garrity-Roukus (Andover/Red Team) 152 Philip Conigliaro (Belmont Hill/Red Team) W over Brendan Kiernan (Wayland/Blue Team) 160 Colby Holland (Danvers/Red Team) W over Nick Konovalchik (Brooks/BlueTeam) 170 Zack Hamilton (Greater Lowell/Blue Team) W over Ben Jenkins (St. Paul's/Red Team) 182 Toru Goto (CRLS/Blue Team) W over Edmond DeAngelis (LCA/Red Team) 195 Yaraslau Slovikowski (NMH/Blue Team) W over Antonio DiFronzo (Melrose/Red Team) 220 Brad Basham (BB&N/Red Team) W over Dan Greaney (Bedford/Blue Team) 285 Ryan Higgins (Billerica/Blue Team) W over John O'Brien (Andover/Red Team) THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS Franklin Randolph 1990, 91, 92, 94, 98, 99 & 2000 Division II State Champions 1991 Division I State Champions

The 1991 State Championship team Coach Mills instilled the physical & mental from Randolph High was an awesome toughness needed to be a champion. JV team. The majority of them were back-ups for two years behind the great At the State Championships in Springfield, 1989-1990 teams, and now no longer 10 of our 12 wrestlers won their 1st round match, and the majority picked up 2-3 wins. To The National Wrestling Hall of Fame, Massachusetts 97 SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS had to wear the blue Grover uniforms. Rob Dwyer gave us the leadership needed Chapter, Franklin High would like to thank you for inducting 35 STATE CHAMPIONS With only 4 seniors in the starting lineup, to win the title, as did Jim Cassidy, whose our program as the Team of The 90s. Being recognized is a great 19 STATE RUNNER-UPS they were a young, inexperienced team ear blew up at the State Tournament. Jim honor. We are proud of what we have accomplished throughout 31 NEW ENGLAND PLACE WINNERS with a lot of heart and fight. fought his way through it to the placement the years. I have been fortunate to be a part of this success, not 8 NEW ENGLAND CHAMPIONS Our seniors were Matt Kagan, Dave round for the team and forfeited down to only as a coach but as an alumni. I feel that this is a tribute for 19 ALL AMERICANS Goldman, Eric Quashie, and Jim Cassidy. 6th place. Coaches couldn’t believe we let all of the Athletes who have strapped on a Franklin Singlet. Our Our 8 juniors and 1 freshman were all him forfeit down with the State Title on program started in the Mid 70s. Since then, Franklin has won We are hoping that all of our Alumni will be new to the lineup and helped us wrestle the line. Jim was a big part of why we won 10 State Titles and has been a runner up 5 times. Franklin has a part of this celebration. Sort of a reunion for to an 18-3 dual meet record during the that day. McArthur Daley, our heavyweight, won titles in Division 2 and in Division 1. Not many Team all of Franklin Wrestling. We also would like to season and upset powerhouse Weymouth placed 5th. Matt Kagan placed 2nd at 112 have been able to win in multiple divisions. During the 90s, recognize and congratulate the other Inductees, at the Sectional tournament. Asst. (and 2nd at New Englands). Dave Goldman 1989-1990 through 1999-2000, Franklin won 7 State Titles Teams and Individuals. I have always said that Coaches Brian Mills and John Jenkins placed 1st at 125. Eric Quashie placed 4th at and was a runner-up twice. Individually, here is a list of our there is nothing but good people in the sport provided the on the mat technique to 130. Before the finals round, Randolph and accomplishments: of wrestling, so true. propel the team to next level. Coach Agawam both had 2 wrestlers in the finals Regards, Carmine Colace Jenkins brought from NY an old move with Agawam holding a half-point lead. We with a new name, “Bulldog,” that caught won 1, they lost 2; we won by 3.5 points. a lot of wrestlers and teams by surprise. THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS Springfield Central 1992 Division I State Champions

Roster: L-R 1992 Dual Meet Champs (Undefeated)

Front Row: Captains Jason Sleeper, Darby 1992 Division 1 Pioneer Valley McLaughlin, Avery Mock League Champs 1992 Division 1 Massachusetts Second Row: Jason Gareffa, Miguel Aponte, State Champs Jaron Burnett, Adrian Lewis, Danny Lizana, Tim Witherbee, Jason Cross, Jason Gleason, 3 State Champs - Darby McLaughlin, Danny Ursino Danny Lizana, and Dmitry Schleminov

Third Row: Justin Stratton, Tom Bennett, As a high school Head Coach in football, John Wrestler, Mark Miles, Dmitry wrestling, and track for the better part of 35

Schleminov, B.J. Johnson, Dan Kellogg, years, I was extremely fortunate to have coached Dave Heimann, Pat Gleason so many outstanding young men, and worked with so many outstanding coaches. This team is a Fourth Row: Coach Jim Zucallo, Dwayne prime example of my good fortune. Harris, Manuel Lopes, Tim Briggs, Tom Grappler, Billy Tough, Mustafa Morad, Brad Quakenbush, Cruz Franco

Back Row: Rich Cusson, Mosheer Rasdid, Lamont Frazier, Tom Becker, Coach Paul Newton, Head Coach Dan McLaughlin Congratulations, Craig! NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME

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PO Box 812120, Wellesley, Massachusetts 02482 • 508.358.9100 Coleman Family Pays Tribute “We take great pride in the Dorothy Coleman • Dinny work you have done over the Coleman • Lumina Greenway many years of early • Terrence & Lynn Coleman • mornings, late nights, Doreen & Fred Conte • weekends & holidays that Sharon Heselden • Coleen & you devoted to building Bill McCarthy • James & Liz excellent programs at both Coleman • Daniel & Shannon Newton and Norton which Coleman • Scott Coleman • were literally forged with the Julia Greenway • Chris & blood, sweat and tears of the Amy Ryan • Becky & Andy many young men and women Smith • Liz & Geoff Verney • you mentored. It has been a Anna & Steve Gesing • Luke generation since this family Heselden • HDS & Joy has known a man so Greenway • Paul Conte • dedicated to educating James & Sheila Greenway • student-athletes. We are so “There aren’t many things I Robert & Marianne Taylor • very proud to be your family!” love more than wrestling, Julia Coleman – Terrence Coleman but one of them is being a grandpa.” -Pat Coleman

Newton North Tiger Wrestlers 1976 D-1 Central Sectional Champs “In recognition of Pat Coleman’s induction into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and for the long-lasting positive influence and impact he had on his Newton North wrestling teams. Thanks for the memories!” - Russell & David Gasdia

“Pat carried at the “core” of his coaching a deep mastery of technique, a potent gift for motivation, and a unique creativity for building a team community. He was a brilliant teacher on the mat. It was a privilege and a pleasure to coach with him (wrestling and football) at Russell Gasdia Norm Walker Newton North.” -Peter Capodilupo Steve Parker John Rosenfeld Peter Capodilupo Kevin Bengston Mark Trumbull Austin Lampert David Larkin Don Morrell Tom Brandon Jim Acheson Steve Walker Stephan Hartman Bill Kerr Jim Walker John Monahan Leo Butera EA Morgan Jon Larkin David Gasdia Marc Cohen Richard Starr CONGRATULATIONS - On behalf of all Natick wrestlers and families, the Natick Wrestling Association celebrates A tribute to: ROBERT A. ANNIBALLI Father, son, husband, Coach, role model, dictator, friend, Coach Robert Anniballi, National Wrestling Hall of Fame Massachusetts Chapter 2017 Inductee. and National Wrestling Hall of Fame, Massachusetts Chapter- 2017 Inductee Coach Anniballi’s Philosophy – “While not every wrestler who comes through the Natick A good coach can change a match. A great coach can change a life. Wrestling program will be a “State Champion,” they Thank you and congratulations on all your accomplishments-past, present and future. will practice like a “State Champion.” There are no Your Natick Wrestling family. shortcuts! Not in wrestling and not in life. The harder you work, the more success you will achieve. Every member of this team will not only become a better “Wrestler,” but will become a better “Young Man.” They will have established a strong work ethic that will benefit them the rest of their lives.” Coach Anniballi.

CONGRATULATIONS to our favorite Coach! We Love You! Kori, Michael, and Eddie

BAY STATE CHAMPIONS – ‘94, ‘95, ‘96, ‘97, ‘98, 2000, ‘01, ‘02, ‘03, ‘04, ‘05, ‘06, ‘07, ‘08, ‘09, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017; MIAA TEAM SECTIONAL CHAMPIONS - 1994, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2017; STATE CHAMPS - Mike Kane-1st State Champ, Dave Hamel, Justin Cotter, Rob Quan, Chris Gammons, Greg Sinclair, Tim Nelson 2X, Bryan Gammons 2X, Tim Gammons 3X, Wes Parker 3X, Mike Stanley, Howie Choi, Travis Moran 2X, Eric Davidson, James Smith 2X, A.Restivo-Lage, Kevin Thomas 2X, Matt Gastaldo; ALL-STATE FINALISTS- Rob Quan 2nd, Chad Sinclair 2nd, Nick Kriger 2nd, Javier Keefe 2nd, Chris Gammons 2nd, Greg Sinclair 1st Champ, Tim Nelson 2nd, Tim Gammons Champ, Wes Parker 2nd, James Hamel 2X Champ, Howie Choi 2nd, Travis Moran Champ, Eric Davidson 2nd, James Smith 2X Champ, Alexe Restivo-Lage Champ, Kevin Thomas 2nd, Jeremy Su 2nd; N.E. MEDALISTS – Mike Kane 5th, Keith Deeley 6th, Rob Quan 6th, Chad Sinclair 3rd, Javier Keefe 6th, Greg Sinclair 1st N.E. Champ, Tim Nelson 6th, Brian Young 3rd, Tim Nelson 3rd, Tim Gammons 5th, Wes Parker Champ, Jimmy Hamel 2nd 2X, Travis Moran 3rd, James Smith 6th & Champ, A. Restivo-Lage 5th, Kevin Thomas 6th;

With honor from: John Gastaldo, Eric Ramstrom, Michael Kane, Paul Piccioli, Philip Brown, Aaron Polansky, David Hamel, Rob Quan, Chad Sinclair, Greg Sinclair, Steve Hernandez, Brian Young, Steve Nunnery, William Nunnery (endless thanks for your dedicated service), the Natick Outdoor Store and Jim Croce. To our loved ones who have passed and gone from this earth too soon, you are always within reach through the memories that bind us forever, may you Rest in Peace. Congratulations Tom! "Mom and Dad would be really proud."

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www.facebook.com/CKA.wrestling www.twitter.com/CKAwrestling www.instagram.com/CliffKeenAthletic Massachusetts Chapter of the Suites at Gillette Stadium. The Massachusetts Chapter In 2016, Sean Harrington and Matt Quimby took over was firmly established and recognized as one of the best the leadership of the Massachusetts Chapter. A bright chapters in the country. future is in store for this thriving organization as it NATIONAL WRESTLING continues to fulfill its stated mission. In 2011, Mike Stuer and Stephen Henry skillfully took the reins of the vitally important Banquet Committee. The Massachusetts Chapter has celebrated the HALL OF FAME The Framingham Sheraton Tara became the host of achievement of many outstanding individuals at its the annual banquet from 2012 until 2015. Over these annual Banquet and Induction Ceremony. The Board years the Massachusetts Chapter instituted numerous of Directors of the Massachusetts Chapter takes great innovative programs and brought financial stability pride in promoting and strengthening wrestling in to this growing concern by continuing to organize Massachusetts and inspiring future generations of extremely successful banquets. A spring event was young men and women to learn from our great sport organized by Stephen Henry and Mike Stuer to honor of wrestling. A GATHERING OF SCORES OF Jim found a receptive audience for his vision of a the achievement at the youth, high school and the WRESTLERS, COACHES, OFFICIALS Massachusetts Chapter in Carl Adams, Rick Sullivan, college wrestlers and coaches. Jim Peckham’s idea of the Massachusetts Chapter of the AND SUPPORTERS ORGANIZED BY Warren Farrell, Steve Biondolillo, Ted Neill and Mike National Wrestling Hall of Fame was transformed from Testa. George Bossi, Tom Bartosek, Bobby Morrison, JIM PECKHAM WAS THE BEGINNING OF Over the past decade, the great work of the a mere vision into a vibrant and impactful organization Alex Steinbergh, Myron Allukian, Dave Breen and Phil Massachusetts Chapter has been acknowledged by the before he died. Jim was especially proud of the THE MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER OF THE Grebinar were also instrumental in forming the chapter. National Wrestling Hall of Fame for its dedication and dedication and hard work of the Board of Directors and NATIONAL WRESTLING HALL OF FAME. innovation. In addition, many prominent wrestling the exceptional work of the Massachusetts Chapter in The inaugural Massachusetts Chapter Banquet was held dignitaries have recognized the professionally organized promoting wrestling in our Commonwealth. More than The gathering at Jacob Wirth’s Restaurant on Stuart on April 10, 1999 at the Hilton Hotel in Dedham. That banquets, the exceptionally beautiful program booklets anything else however, Jim was pleased that he was able St. in Boston in January of 1998 provided the impetus night over 230 wrestlers, coaches, family members and as well as the many new programs which the Chapter has to gather the good men of wrestling together in order to needed for Jim Peckham to organize an association of guests attended an elegant dinner and awards ceremony. instituted to promote wrestling in Massachusetts. renew acquaintances and celebrate the friendships and devoted wrestling aficionados which would preserve Keynote speaker Bruce Baumgartner, the Olympic competition brought about by the magnificent sport history, recognize excellence and inspire generations. and World Champion said that “it was the best state of wrestling. Jacob Wirth’s was a few steps from the iconic Young chapter Hall of Fame awards ceremony that he had ever Men’s Christian Union where many of these men trained attended.” and competed. Mike Testa organized the first five very successful Jim Peckham spearheaded the formation of the banquets for the organization. Testa set the groundwork Massachusetts Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall for the future of the chapter. The financial support for of Fame on May 20, 1998 at Ye Olde Union Oyster the Chapter was generously provided by Alex Steinbergh, House in Boston. Jim gathered together the good men Warren Farrell and Steve Biondolillo. of wrestling in Massachusetts to recognize athletic dedication and achievement and to enjoy an evening of Beginning in 2007, Bob Rudolph and Tom Bartosek camaraderie and fellowship. An organization was soon organized the first of three gala events at Gillette Stadium put into place with a group of officers and a mission in Foxboro. Patriots Hall of Fame linebacker Andre statement for the future of the association. The initial Tippett, Olympian Bobby Douglas, National Wrestling organizational meetings were all held at Jim Peckham’s Hall of Fame President Lee Roy Smith and Harvard home in Weymouth. National Champion JP O’Connor were guests at these highly successful induction ceremonies. The 2009 banquet, a huge financial success, brought in a record breaking crowd of 460 guests to the magnificent Fidelity DEDHAM – When upwards of 200 descended upon the campus of Noble and Greenough for the seventh installment of Mass Mayhem, no one knew exactly what to expect. It was only fiHng what was dubbed the “MassachuseJs Wrestling Bragging Rights Classic” would come down to the final match, with the Red All-Star squad edging the Blue All-Stars 35-34. Those in aJendance got to witness the top wrestlers from all across the state, Prep and Public schools included. The biggest moment of the tournament came late in the 220-pound match, when junior Brad Basham of BB&N pulled off a last-second take-down of Bedford-Minuteman's Dan Greaney for an epic 5-4 comeback. The match would give the Red All- Stars a 35-31 lead. “I was here last year and I came up short,” Basham said. “So this year it was really my goal to prove myself against some of the best public school guys, and geHng able to compete. And to pull it out in the end was great.” Running the contest for the first \me was by no means an easy task for Nobles wrestling coach Charles Danhof. However, the Vice President of Promo\ons for the MassachuseJs Chapter of the Na\onal Wrestling Hall of Fame could not have been more proud of the results. “It was preJy exhilara\ng to see a lot of the energy around wrestling,” Danhof said. “To see an event like this and to feel the energy in the room, to hear the announcers talking about it, to see the parents, the fans of the sport. Just some\mes random people here to cheer on friends of theirs and it's really only a special feeling.” Parents, coaches and college scouts flocked from all over New England for the event. One of the biggest aJrac\ons was Shawsheen Tech's Jake Ferri, who won his 113-pound bout with Northfield Mount Hermon's Owen Finn, 9-1. When the final match concluded, Ferri was handed the hardware for MassachuseJs Public School Wrestler of the Year. The senior is set to sign his Na\onal LeJer of Intent to wrestle at Kent State on Wednesday. “It's good to go out knowing that I went out on top,” Ferri said. “In New England and everything, that's how it ended. And I'm looking forward to the next level, and to a whole new life and career. I'm excited for it.” -by Brendan Connelly of The Boston Herald

Reprinted with permission from The Boston Herald The Board of Directors of the Natonal Wrestling Hall of Fame - Massachusetts Chapter congratulates Robert, Tom, Pat, Craig and John on your introduction into the Natonal Wrestling Hall of Fame.