The Souhegan Sabers baseball program held their end of season banquet on Sunday, June 7th. Following an outdoor barbeque, there was an awards presentation for each team and an end of the season video.

Both baseball and academic achievement awards were presented to players on each team. The following awards were presented at the banquet:

Varsity Award Recipients

Left to right (top row), Billy White received the Team Theme Award, Matt Caputo received the Team Theme Award, Paul Becotte received the Coaches Award and NHIAA Sportsmanship Award, Kevin Goldsmith received the Coaches Award, Dan Lautenschlager received an Academic Award, DJ Petropulos received the Defensive Player of the Year, Academic Award, and Sportsmanship Award, Matt Schagrin received the Rookie of the Year Award.

Left to right (bottom row), Chris Almeida received an Academic Award and the Graduating Senior Underclassman Award, Tyler Manoogian received the Most Improved Player Award, Nick Hession received the Offensive Player of the Year and NHIAA Sportsmanship Awards.

Junior Varsity Award Recipients

Left to right, Nick Russell and Nate Wolsky received Academic Awards, Junior Varsity Coach Brian Colombo, and Kyle Beaulieu received the AJ Hinners Coaches Award.

Freshman Award Recipients

Left to right, Chris Chininis received the AJ Hinners Coaches Award, Freshman Coach Mike Beliveau, and Robby McCormick received an Academic Award. 

Tim Richards Award Recipients

Peter Gallagher and Matt Reed both received the Tim Richards Award for their volunteer coaching service to the Souhegan Baseball program this season. 

Varsity season ends in Lebanon!

The Souhegan Sabers baseball team traveled to number 3 ranked Lebanon in the opening round of the Class I tournament. The Sabers dropped a 8 to 1 game.

Trailing 3 to 0 in the top of the fifth inning, Souhegan loaded the bases ... Mike Bolton drag bunt single, Tyler Manoogian reaching base on an infield error which put runners on second and third, Chris Almeida walked and Kevin Goldsmith battled Lebanon lefty Rob Woodward. A TIE GAME was written all over a Kevin Goldsmith line drive ... which landed 'four inches' foul and the rally soon ended.

In the sixth inning Nick Hession and Paul Becotte both walked and designated hitter Matt Caputo's rbi single played Nick Hession. more details...

Varsity Player of the Week, DJ Petropulos!

The tenth Souhegan Baseball Varsity Player of the Week for the 2009 season is presented to DJ Petropulos.

D J (Junior) has solidified the Souhegan defense with his outstanding play behind the plate. In addition to his leadership of the pitching staff, D J threw out two runners attempting to steal a base in both the Portsmouth and Con-Val games. Batting in the fourth slot of the batting order, D J's stroke has added a potent bat for the Sabers offensive attack.  

Varsity Player of the Week, John Barnes!

The ninth Souhegan Baseball Varsity Player of the Week for the 2009 season is presented to John Barnes.

John (Senior) has been an individual who has given his all in each and every practice and is always prepared to assist the team in any possible manner. In the Hollis / Brookline game, John was the designated hitter and added depth to the batting order helping to ignite the offense in an important contest for the Sabers tournament run. John work ethic in practice is highlighted the importance he takes in each swing during batting practice and as a first baseman he focuses on each ground ball or throw ball at first base. 

Saber JV's End Season with 7-7 Record!

On Tuesday, May 26th, the JV's hosted Portsmouth in what turned out to be their final game of the season. The JV's lost a close game by the score of 7-6, ending their season with a 7-7 record.

Freshman End Season on High Note!

On Tuesday, May 26th, the saber freshmen baseball team defeated Keene HS by a score of 5-1. Starting pitcher Robby McCormick carried a no hitter into the 7th inning before surrendering an infield hit.

Photos courtesy of Bob McCormick.

Overall McCormick pitch a 1 hitter while striking out 9 Blackbirds. Bobby Graham had the game winning hit with an RBI double in the 4th inning. Jacob Dworkin played a strong game behind the plate, and also chipped in with a big single. Danny Conroy got on base in both plate appearances. Click to photos.

Freshman Team Photograph!

Thank you to Karen Chininis for providing a Freshman team photo.

Photo courtesy of Karen Chininis.

Freshman Player of the Week, 
Jacob Dworkin!

Jacob has been outstanding behind the plate in his last few games. He has thrown out 5 base runners and played very well on balls in the dirt. He has also batted .350, providing many clutch base hits. He was a big reason the freshmen team ended the season with a 9-2 overall record. 

Freshman Player of the Week, 
Tyler Hansis!

Tyler had 2 long triples this past week in addition to pitching 4 strong innings in our victory over Oyster River. Tyler continues to bat around .350 and do a solid job at 3B. Tyler always play the game with a smile and great attitude.

NH 450 Wins Club!

On Friday, April 17, 2009, Thomas Underwood (Plymouth High School) and Bill Dod (Souhegan High School) entered the 450 win club. 

The Plymouth Bobcats defeated Laconia 13 to 2 and the Souhegan Sabers defeated Con-Val Regional 11 to 7.

Leadership Conference Held!

The NHIAA Student Athlete Leadership Conference was held in Thursday March 19th and Friday March 20th in Concord, NH. Several Souhegan High School athletes attended. Including football player Steven Jellison and baseball players Alex Lyon, DJ Petropulos, and Kevin Goldsmith. Kevin and SHS alumni Jimmy Odierna presented at the conference.

Photo Courtesy of Bill Dod

2008 Class I All State Teams!

Coach Dod has provided a list of the 2008 Class I All-State Baseball teams. Three Souhegan baseball players reached All-State team status last year. Graduates Steven Albano and Matt Reed made the second and third teams respectively. Returning Junior Catcher and First baseman DJ Petropulos made the third team All State. Click here for a complete list of Class All-State team members. 

NH High School Coaches Clinic!

The New Hampshire High School Baseball Coaching Association held their Annual Coaches Clinic on Sunday, February 8th, 2009 at Souhegan High School in Amherst. Guest speakers for the day long event included:

Speaker:  David Weaver

From:  The N.E. Catchers Camp 

Speaker:  T. J. Sheedy

Subject:  Skills and Drills Around the Batting Cage.

Speaker:  Bob Tewksbury

Subject:  Using video analysis to improve communication with athletes.

Speaker:  Jerry O'Connor, CEO

From:  Nokona Athletic Goods Co., American Defenders of NH.

Speaker:  Dennis McManus 

From:  Plymouth State College 

Subject:  Preparing the high school pitching staff from the first day of practice for the team’s season opener.

Speaker:  Mark Cherbonneau 
Title:  Supervisor of Umpires

(Photos courtesy of Bill Dod)

Contact Information

William Dod

Steve Albano, Apr '09 - Babson College,

Stephen will be playing for Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts this season.

#14 Steve Albano 
Freshman, RHP/SS, R/R
Amherst, NH
Souhegan High School

Jamie Chevalier, Apr '09 - Keene State,

Jamie will be playing for the Keene State Owls this season. He is a pitcher and also plays second base. Click here to the team website. Good luck to Jamie this season! 

#1 - Jamie Chevalier 
Position: P/2B
Year: Senior

Career highlights: Valuable senior who will make the transition from second base to shortstop and help out on the mound, primarily working out of the bullpen this season.... Career highlights: As a junior, an ABCA Rawlings Gold Glove recipient, who also earned All-New England and All-LEC honors... had a team high 15 doubles... collected five hits and four RBIs vs. Albertus Magnus (3/20/08)... knocked in four runners against R.I. College (5/4/08... defeated Southern Maine (510/08) in championship round of LEC tournament.... As a sophomore, named to NCAA regional tournament, All-New England, and All-LEC teams.... led KSC in hitting (.364) and hits (52)... had 15 multi-hit games, including four against Eastern Conn. (5/5/07)... picked-up win against Curry (5/16/07) in NCAA tournament... High school: a four-year starter at Souhegan (N.H.) High where he earned All-State honors his last two years... Jamie is a member of the LEC All-Academic team majoring in English. 

Ryan Thompson, Apr '09 - UConn,

Ryan will be playing for the University of Connecticut this season.

#13 Ryan Thompson 
Freshman, RHP/OF, R/R
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Souhegan High School

HIGH SCHOOL: Ryan was a three year varsity letter winner at Souhegan... was a honorable mention All-State selection his freshman year... earned All-State honors as a sophomore and junior.

Alumni Jamie Chevalier Awarded Golden Glove!

KEENE,N.H. 4/14/09 - Keene State's Jamie Chevalier was presented with his Gold Glove, emblematic for being the top fielding second baseman in Division III prior to the Owls game against Plymouth State last week. 

Photo from Keene State Website.

Chevalier was one of nine Division III players named to the ABCA/Rawlings Gold Glove team last season. The junior second baseman from Amherst, N.H. posted a fine .980 fielding percentage making just five errors in 256 opportunities while helping the Owls turn a program high 49 double plays this past season. more details...

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