The New Hampton School Athletic Hall of Fame celebrates the exceptional coaches, players, teams, and loyal friends of New Hampton’s athletics who have made outstanding contributions both on the playing fields and in the community. Athletics at New Hampton is about more than the score. As is true for our current student-athletes, it is about hard work and commitment, relationships and teamwork, and pride and humility. These individuals and teams have helped bring distinction, recognition, honor, and pride to New Hampton School and its athletic tradition.
A Tradition Since 2006
Following the official induction over Reunion Weekend, framed pictures with each inductee’s details will be hung in the Arts and Athletic Center, joining the current members in representing the history of achievement in athletics. The Athletic Hall of Fame is a dream realized from the vision of many who have worked tirelessly to honor the legacy of student-athletes who made significant contributions to sport and the life of the New Hampton School community. As Director of Athletics Jamie Arsenault reminds us, “These individuals stand out not only as good athletes but as good citizens who have each made a difference in their respective communities.”
Meet our 12th Induction Class
Alumni, families, and friends are invited to the Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, May 31, beginning at 10:45 a.m., as part of New Hampton School’s Reunion Weekend. Please join us in congratulating the following honorees.
- Coach Category:
Thomas Diehl P’87 - Male Athlete Category:
John P. Hoagland ’53 (Pre-1970) (posthumously)
Brendan C. Smith ’05 (Post-1970) - Female Athlete Category:
Dempsey Arsenault ’15 - Team Category:
The 1990-2000 Women’s Varsity Basketball Team
The 2004-2005 Varsity Football Team - Career in Sports:
Ray A. Shero ’80
More About the Athletic Hall of Fame
First established in 2006, the Athletic Hall of Fame honored new inductees annually through 2010, then every other year during Homecoming Weekend when New Hampton School hosted the Powder Keg Games. The ceremony currently finds its home during Reunion Weekend. Alumni and coach nominations highlight the playing ability, integrity, sportsmanship, character, their contributions to the team or teams on which they played, and their impactful story beyond their days at New Hampton School. The Athletic Hall of Fame seeks to honor those that have enhanced the school’s athletic programs, community life, and professional attainments that have enhanced their prestige and added honor to New Hampton School.
Up from four categories initially, the school now honors five categories: female athlete, male athlete (pre-1970 and post-1970), team, coach, and—new this year—career in sports. These inductees understand that the team is always more important than any one participant and that working together brings the greatest success. Past inductees have included the likes of Euginnea Manseau ’01, Lisa Sher ’87, the 1965 Men’s Basketball Team, the 1995-96 Women’s Ice Hockey Team, Daryl MacLeod ’77, Darius Songaila ’98, not to mention many legendary coaches such as Joe Gauld, Lou Gnerre, Skip Howard, Mark Tilton, and Gara Field. Nominations open in the fall preceding the spring ceremony, and alumni are notified of this opportunity at that time. If you have any questions regarding the nomination process, please contact Director of Athletics Jamie Arsenault.
