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Hockey Team Wins Holiday Tournament!
Over the break, the Hamden Hall hockey team defeated Lyman Hall 4-0 to capture its second straight Milford Indians Holiday Tournament championship at the Milford Ice Pavilion. Senior forward Matt Stapleton led all scorers with two goals, while junior forward Charles Manger and 8th grade defenseman Grant Curtis each had one goal and one assist to lead the Hornets to the victory. Eighth grade goaltender Katie DeSa was outstanding between the pipes, posting the shutout with 28 saves.
The Hornets began the tournament with a resounding 7-1 victory over Trumbull, highlighted by goals from sophomores Mitchell Swick and Mateo Coppola, and senior defenseman Joseph Neubauer. The second game of the tournament featured another standout 8th grade goalie, Jacob Tinson, who made 21 saves to lead the Hornets to a 2-0 shutout over McMahon of Norwalk. In the semifinals, 7th grader Max Tomak scored a hat trick to lead the Hornets over Wethersfield in a 9-5 goalfest to secure the team’s spot in the championship game. After hoisting the championship trophy Coach Steve Harris said, “The tournament victory was a total team effort. I am proud of the way the team came together and supported each other.” Coach Harris continues to mold the diverse squad into competitors. Congratulations to Coach Harris and the entire team on their tournamewnt victory. The next regular season game is away at King on Wednesday January 10th, and the Hornets enjoy their first home game next Friday, January 12th, vs. St. Joseph's at the Northford Ice Pavillion at 8:10. Bundle up and come cheer them on.
Hamden Hall Country Day School, located less than two miles from Yale University, is one of the best private schools in Connecticut to enroll elementary, middle, and high school students. Our nurturing and inclusive community provides a dynamic learning environment that promotes academic excellence by understanding each child and fostering their individual growth.