Times of Brunswick, Spring 2022 by Brunswick School

COMMENCEMENT 2021: NEW BEGINNINGS

HOMECOMING: COMMUNITY REUNITES WITH HUGS & CHEERS

FALL & WINTER SPORTS: DOUBLE-BARRELED COMPETITION

Spring 2022

MANY HAPPY RETURNS!

12 Months, 100s of Reasons to Smile

BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2021–2022 W. Robert Berkley, Jr. ’91 (P ’21, ’23) Chairman Kimberley C. Augustine (P ’19, ’24) Josyl L. Barchue ’00 Nisha Kumar Behringer (P ’26, ’28) Peter P. Bevacqua ’89 Michael J. Bingle (P ’21) Todd L. Boehly (P ’20, ’22, ’24) Emily W. Burns (P ’19, ’23) David M. Butler (P ’23) Robert F. Carangelo (P ’17, ’21) Sean D. Carney (P ’17, ’22, ’26) Frank J. Carroll III (P ’22) Christopher L. Collins (P ’25, ’30) R. Willett Cook (P ’30) Scott A. Dahnke (P ’17, ’19, ’26) Alberto J. Delgado (P ’19, ’21, ’23) Adam B. Dolder (P ’28, ’30) Colleen M. Ferguson (P ’21, ’24) Darby B. Fox (P ’17) Brandon P. Hall (P ’24, ’25, ’34) Pamela K. Keller (P ’19, ’22, ’24) Jennifer A. Klein (P ’22, ’23, ’24) Thomas D. Lehrman (P ’20, ’25, ’31) Americo C. Nardis (P ’26, ’28) Thomas D. O’Malley, Jr. ’85 (P ’12, ’15, ’21) Elizabeth A. O’Reilly (P ’23, ’25) Keith A. Pagnani ’82 (P ’24) James H. Ritman ’94 (P ’28, 31) Andrei M. G. Saunders (P ’19, ’27) Thomas B. Wilson (P ’22, ’26)

A Stellar Night at

BROWN

&WHITE

Ex Officio Thomas W. Philip (P ’08, ’10) Head of School K. Patrick Andrén ’93 (P ’24, ’28, ’29) Assistant Head; Chief Operating Officer Richard M. Beattie ’80 Assistant Head of School for Faculty & Academic Programs Douglas M. Burdett (P ’18, ’22) Assistant Head; Director of College Placement Sarah B. Burdett (P ’18, ’22) Chief Integration Officer; Director of Schoolwide Admission & Enrollment Daniel J. Griffin Director of Institutional Communications Kathleen F. Harrington Chief Financial Officer & Business Manager Thomas G. Murray (P ’25, ’27, ’31) Chief Advancement Officer Alecia G. Thomas (P ’31) Director, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging; Program Coordinator, Horizons at Brunswick Gregory Shenkman ’99 (P ’34) President, Brunswick Alumni Association Angela Michalik (P ’19, ’21, ’23, ’28) President, Brunswick Parents’ Association

ORMAL WEAR and party attire once again marked the occasion — certainly a reason to celebrate! Smiles abounded on the evening of April 2, as dapper Brunswick School and Greenwich Academy students returned to the dance floor at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich, reigniting the great tradition of Brown & White.

MESSAGE FROM THE

HEAD OF SCHOOL A Careful Balance for Challenging Times

RUST. Like love, respect, and care,

“trust” as the sacred, overarching, and binding

it’s essential to all healthy human

element in a spectrum of endeavors focused on

relationships.

the building of character and encouragement of

It’s also the most important and recip-

trust in oneself.

rocal ingredient in our work to guide, nourish,

Not surprisingly, as a host of complex chal-

and prepare our boys for life — as it has been

lenges have since emerged, The Brunswick Trust

from our very beginning, 120 years ago.

has naturally and strategically evolved. Today,

The equation of trust is precious, at once simple and dynamic:

character and leadership remain a major focus — and The Trust’s charge and whole-school

In order for us to have maximum impact as educators, our boys must trust us and also see

responsibilities have grown to encompass additional, equally critical areas of concern.

clearly that we trust ourselves. Equally important, we must actively place our faith and trust in them as we work to build their many strengths, encouraging them today and always to love and trust themselves. After all, trusting oneself yields the greatest and most resonant lifelong return — and that, of course, is both our daily passion and ultimate goal. As educating boys and young

Few would disagree that, in so

AFTER ALL, TRUSTING ONESELF YIELDS THE GREATEST AND MOST RESONANT LIFELONG RETURN — AND THAT, OF COURSE, IS BOTH OUR DAILY PASSION AND ULTIMATE GOAL.

many quarters, these most recent years have been a time of unusual

consistently requires mindfulness of and

challenge and struggle — a time

repeated engagement with all of The Trust’s

in which our foundations of trust

areas of concentration.

have been shaken mightily. Consequently, we are very

In that carefully balanced and accrued experience, we want our boys’ reservoirs of trust

actively planning and working to

to flourish naturally, for nature provides the

enhance The Brunswick Trust,

strongest foundation and the greatest well-

through increased whole-school

spring of assurance, both essential to healthy

focus on three additional areas

states of mind.

that now, in the early 21st

As Rachel Carson wrote in Silent Spring:

century, really demand special

“There is something infinitely healing in the

men to be future leaders of

and continuing emphasis:

repeated refrains of nature — the assurance that

exceptional character has

Community service and environ-

dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.”

always been the heart and soul of our work,

mental sustainability; diversity, equity, inclusion,

we also know that our charge has the greatest

and belonging; and — especially important —

as always, we hope to offer our boys a natural

impact when it thoughtfully anticipates the

health and wellness.

resource that is “infinitely healing” as well —

challenges of changing times and circumstances.

Extending our unwavering commitment to

And so, during the course of 12 decades, the ways

character and leadership, The Brunswick Trust

in which Brunswick fulfills its core mission have

— a trust we all hold very dear — has now

carefully evolved in strategy, though never in

come to be built on these four “pillars.” And,

purpose or intent.

please be assured, that building and strength-

More than 10 years ago now, recognizing the truly unprecedented and burgeoning chal-

How wise and true! In The Brunswick Trust,

and, with your help and support, our work to do so will remain our deepest commitment.

ening will continue. It has been observed that “trust is built with

lenges of our new century, we established The

consistency.” Here, the goal is to cultivate and

Brunswick Trust — at the time a new, whole-

ensure our boys’ natural, instinctive expecta-

school program with a deliberate emphasis on

tions that building their strength of character

Thomas W. Philip

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CONTENTS

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Head of School Thomas W. Philip Chief Advancement Officer Thomas G. Murray Director of Development Meghan Gould Director of Institutional Communications Daniel J. Griffin dgriffin@brunswickschool.org Associate Directors of Communications Mike Kennedy ’99 mkennedy@brunswickschool.org Wayne Lin wlin@brunswickschool.org Assistant Directors of Communications Sarah Toepke stoepke@brunswickschool.org Riley McCarthy rmccarthy@brunswickschool.org Class Notes Editor Mike Kennedy ’99 mkennedy@brunswickschool.org Contributing Writers Daniel J. Griffin Mike Kennedy ’99 Katherine Ogden Thomas W. Philip Matt Silverman ’83 Contributing Photographers Dan Burns Jamie Fessenden Andrew Henderson Greg Horowitz Jeffry Konczal Minush Krasniqi Wayne Lin Riley McCarthy Sirin Samman Design Mary Lester Design marylesterdesign.com Printing Flagship Press, flagshippress.com

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12 FEATURES 04 ‘Welcome, Welcome, Welcome!’ By Katherine Ogden 12 Commencement 2021: Reunited in Camaraderie, Jubilation & Pure Delight By Katherine Ogden and Mike Kennedy ’99 32 Homecoming 2021: Surprise Sunshine Sparkles & Enchants By Katherine Ogden and Mike Kennedy ’99 53 For Varsity Bruins, Faith & Persistence Power Full-Barreled Return By Mike Kennedy ’99

CONTENTS

COMMENCEMENT 2021: NEW BEGINNINGS

HOMECOMING: COMMUNITY REUNITES WITH HUGS & CHEERS

FALL & WINTER SPORTS: DOUBLE-BARRELED COMPETITION

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Spring 2022

MANY HAPPY RETURNS!

12 Months, 100s of Reasons to Smile

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53 DEPARTMENTS 01 Message from the Head of School 64 Beyond the Books – Middle School Chess Team Triumphs at States – ’Wick Hosts GEMS During Station Upgrade – Upper Schooler Earns Perfect Score

ON THE COVER Brunswick’s careful and strategic investment in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic delivered handsome returns in the gradual re-emergence and deepened appreciation of life as we have known it. After a year of separateness and distance, a grateful community once again gathered in May for the Class of 2021’s Commencement. Then, as the new school year progressed, the rediscovered joy and wonder of in-person connection yielded hundreds of reasons to smile — as many as possible chronicled in this issue, packed to overflowing!

– Deep Dive into Earth’s Stories – Math Team Earns First-Place Finish in League – Horizons Salutes First Graduating Class 68 Class Notes 76 In Memoriam 80 Last Look

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‘Welcome!

Welcome!

WELCOME!’ IN MAGICAL STAGING, PLAYERS & AUDIENCE JOYFULLY REUNITE Baker Theater threw open its doors for the first time in far, far too much time in early March, once again inviting an audience of hundreds to join together in imagination, this time for a beautiful and spare production of the modern, magical, and joyful wonder that is Peter and the Starcatcher. BY K AT H E R I N E O G D E N For more photos, visit bwick.org/tob_spring2022

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‘THE THING YOU DID, AGAINST IMPOSSIBLE ODDS — IT’S WHAT THE TWO OF YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE.’ — FROM PETER AND THE STARCATCHER

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he occasion was a “collective dream,” for sure!

“I rarely address an audience before a show, but I felt it was important to mark this moment in Brunswick history,” exclaimed theater teacher Seth Potter, reflecting on his opening night exuberance. “Not only was I speaking to the audience, but to the entire cast and crew. The actors who have not fed from the joy of an audience needed a moment to recognize the reciprocal collaboration of actor and audience. “The collective dream that is theater only works when this connection is made,” he said.

Wells Faulstich ’22 and Hope Armstrong ’22 ABOVE

Cash Lahey ’24

FACING PAGE

Mason Zea ’23

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Tyler Wilson ’22 and Sam Hall ’22

Charlie Sfreddo ’22

Devoid of an audience since the beginning of the pandemic, the theater was once again filled with parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and families with young children — as well as students and faculty from all divisions of the school — for the thrilling, captivating production that filled in the backstory for one of drama’s most famous boys in forever, Peter Pan. The Tony Award-winning play by Rick Elice is based on the 2004 novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson; the story serves as a prequel to J. M. Barrie’s seminal Peter Pan: Peter and Wendy, published in 1906. ’Wick thespians staged the production during a weekend’s worth of evening and matinee shows from March 3–5 — but it may have been a dress rehearsal that fully illustrated the magnitude of the milestone; the impact that a simple and ancient kind of gathering can have on both audience and performer.

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MK Blum ’23 and the ensemble

Wells Faulstich ’22

It was during a dress rehearsal that a third grader left her seat in the audience, laid her head at the edge of the stage, and watched the creation of Tinkerbell. The little girl was so swept away

‘HARD TO HAVE A BEDTIME STORY WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE A BED’

in the story, the boundary between audience and

STAGING STARCATCHER has been an aspira-

performers disappeared.

tion for Potter since he saw it 10 years ago with

“She was completely immersed in the beauty

his senior English class. Now, two years into a

of this simple and important story,” Potter

worldwide conflagration that is the pandemic,

exclaimed. “The true ‘star stuff ’ is the connection

the origin story of Peter Pan seemed the perfect

between the actor and the audience!

way to reopen Baker Theater.

“Peter is a play that demands a live audience,”

As it has been for millennia, storytelling

he said. “The laughter of the audience fuels the

remains a powerful medium to uplift and

actors, and the applause is what literally keeps

inspire — as well as discourage, distract, and

the magic of the show alive. Tinkerbell survives

terrify. For the young orphans of Starcatcher,

Captain Hook’s poison because of the audience’s

stories are something they know only partially;

clapping. We clap because we believe in the

the waifs from St. Norbert’s Orphanage for Lost

magic of the story!”

Boys know a lot about nightmares, but almost

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Hope Armstrong ’22, Johnny Riehl ’23, and Tony Zhu ’25

Henry Roth ’25 and Jamie Restieri ’22

nothing about the soothing, calming balm of bedtime stories. The orphan boy who becomes Peter does not even have a name at the play’s beginning ― and he has never seen the sky. These are boys who as young orphan Ted so clearly explains to Molly

PROVERBIAL PIRATE ATTACKS

Aster, the 13-year-old daughter of Lord Leonard

HERE WAS A PRODUCTION in which “pirates”

had to relearn how to connect,

Aster, who entrances her peers with a recitation

figured greatly, both in the action of the play

and generate the focus and

of Sleeping Beauty.

but most especially in the staging of it — ’Wick

energy required to mount a large

thespians spent months pulling it all together,

production.”

have never had a bed, let alone a bedtime story,

“It’s hard to have a bedtime story when you don’t have a bed,” Ted tells Molly, to which she

figuratively speaking, with their hands tied

responds: “It’s a gift. It’s the least I can do.”

behind their backs by COVID-19 restrictions.

Potter said he chose this play with intention,

he said. “Camaraderie is at the heart of these productions. We

It was the last-minute removal of masks two days before opening

As it always has been, the goal was to strive

that proved most consequential in the produc-

for the best and plan for the worst — but with

tion of Starcatcher; the simple act of a full and

no visiting musicians and limits on the “cast

honest interaction between cast members, unob-

is about finding a path of integrity and joy

of thousands” extravaganza approach one

structed by a facial covering, being the gift that

through tumultuous times,” he said. “It is about

usually associates with a ’Wick musical, the task

brought the show to its soaring heights.

embracing what it is to be a boy, as well as the

was considerable. As rehearsals progressed,

responsibilities demanded to be a good leader. It

COVID-19 protocols then in place called not just

faces two days before opening night!” Potter

is about the importance of stories and how imag-

for masks, but for substantial distance between

exclaimed. “Imagine how much the show grew

ination and love can bring us to new heights.

singers, in particular.

once actors were able to react to the facial

for this moment. “I chose this piece because at its heart it

“The stories are back, and the power of the

“We created this piece for a live audience,

“We were only able to see fellow actors’

expressions of one another!”

stories being told from Baker stage will invigorate

knowing there was a good chance it would only

audiences and challenge actors and technicians

be seen through the screen,” said Potter, adding:

to rise and take flight,” he said. “We have been

“Nothing like a pandemic to make you appreciate

without live stories and music for two years, and

the simplicity and importance of a small stage

IT’S AN ICONIC LINE that brings Tinkerbell

to be able to have the ability to share after two

kiss! We had to learn how to be a company once

back to life, and it was not lost on the Brunswick

years feels like life coming back to the stage.”

again, and feed and react off of one another,”

community in Baker Theater, who responded

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‘CLAP IF YOU BELIEVE’

The cast took one final bow before the sold-out crowd at Baker Theater.

‘TO HAVE FAITH IS TO HAVE WINGS’

with gusto at Pirate Stache’s final request,

ping in the seats of Baker Theater are all clear

cheering on the magic of a tiny fairy in the same

signs we believe in the power and importance

way it cheers on the magic made by Brunswick

of being together, of recognizing excellence and

IN THE PLAY, THIS LINE IS A REVELATION, the

boys as they make their way in their own adven-

potential in one another.

true “star stuff ’’ that allows Peter to take flight.

tures. Potter explained it this way: “The audience of Baker Theater responded to Stache because we know the importance of

“We know the importance of being present for the moments of excellence in our boys’ lives.” Potter again addressed the audience for the final

It is a lesson he learns from a tumultuous time; through a challenging lesson, he is able to take flight and take the steps to being what he has

being present for the moments of excellence

performance. I’ve loved this story, I’ve loved Peter

in our boys’ lives,” he said. “In response to this

Pan, ever since I could listen to stories,” he told the

So too, the reopening of Baker Theater is

important request, applause filled Baker Theater.

crowd. “It’s about growing up. It’s about embracing

a needed reminder that bad times don’t last

what it is to be a child. It’s about juggling the

forever, that the lessons of a shared experience

moments when our boys shine on the fields,

responsibilities that come our way. But most of all

are never that far out of reach, and that transfor-

courts, pools, and stages. We don’t just witness

it’s about joy. And believe me, these students have a

mation begins with belief, not just in oneself but

their excellence; it becomes part of our own. The

lot of joy to serve you, but they feed from your joy,

in the people alongside us.

stomping in the stands at Dann Gymnasium, the

so feel free to, of course, laugh and clap, but most

pounding on the glass of Hartong Rink, the clap-

importantly, be transported to Neverland.”

“We are once again able to be there for the

always wanted to be.

Said Potter: “To believe in oneself, and in one another, is how we fly.”

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A TIME FOR CELEBRATION!

COMMENCEMENT 2021

Reunited in Camaraderie, Jubilation & Pure Delight Stirring & Historic Ceremony Honors Class of 2021

IT WA S A JOYFUL RETURN, FOR SURE , as

hundreds of family members and friends converged on Edwards Campus for Brunswick’s 119th Commencement Exercises — a bright, May day of high celebration held in honor of one of ’Wick’s most distinctive and resilient graduating cohorts, the Class of 2021. B Y K AT H E R I N E O G D E N & M I K E K E N N E D Y ’ 9 9

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Nicky Bell shares a hug with a former teacher prior to the ceremonies, as fellow graduates (clockwise from bottom left) Duff Haffenreffer, Anthony Deosa, and Max Charney enjoy every minute of the preparations and festivities of Commencement 2021.

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ATRICIA MORRIS, OF NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y., was jubilant to be back on Cosby Field. It was a hot May day, and the thinnest layer of white clouds filtered the afternoon sunshine and the bright, blue sky. Morris and her family had arrived on campus after a long absence, as a young family member was celebrating a milestone.

Nolan Morris ’21, a nephew, was graduating from Upper School. “I’m thrilled,” said Patricia’s sister, Peggy MorrisMcMahon, of Westport. “These kids work so hard.” After a year like no other, Brunswick

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held its 119th Commencement Exercises on schedule on Wednesday, May 19, graduating 104 young men in an historic and stirring ceremony on Edwards Campus. The celebration brought hundreds of family members and friends to an outdoor ceremony on Cosby Field — the largest gathering of its kind since the start of the pandemic 14 months before

— while thousands watched from home through an Internet live stream. Among those making their way onto campus after many months away were six members of the Morris family. The last time the two aunts had been at Brunswick was for

OPPOSITE PAGE, TOP Kris Kendall is all smiles as he enters the ceremony; BOTTOM Nolan Morris shakes hands with Head of School Tom Philip upon receiving his diploma in front of family and friends.

a game — to watch their nephew play football, way back in the fall of 2019. Patricia Morris doesn’t remember who won or who lost that day, or even who the Bruins were playing. She does remember sitting with her parents, Maureen and Joe Morris of Greenwich, Nolan’s grandparents, as she cheered on her nephew and the Bruins. The family had often done the same,

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Michael Salandra and Josh Sherman exchange a post-game fist-bump; Freddie Gazal sports graduation shades; Oliver McGovern processes into the ceremony.

years earlier, for Nolan’s older brother, lacrosse standout Sean Morris ’17. “My parents were happy, just being able to get over to the field and to see the boys play,” Morris said. Serving as their first chance to get back onto Cosby Field since that game 18 months before, Commencement

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COMMENCEMENT 2021 Head of School Tom Philip poses for the customary diploma photo with Harrison Azrak.

Faculty member Kristine Brennan presents her son, Aidan Reilly, with his diploma.

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was a bittersweet moment for the entire Morris family, with a mix of joy and sadness. There was pure delight and happiness for the graduate, Nolan, committed to play football for St. Lawrence University. There was also sadness, because missing from the celebration were the two

grandparents who had once so joyfully come to watch their grandsons play. Commencement day dawned too hot for grandmother Maureen, while grandfather Joe Morris had passed away in February from COVID-19. He was 91. Even with the sorrow, Patricia Morris spoke of the joy and pride at the achievement of her nephew and all his classmates in the Class of 2021, as well as sincere gratitude for the “wonderful education” both her nephews received. “The boys made very, very good friends who they will have supporting them for the rest of their lives,” said Morris, a teacher at Fordham Prep in

TOP TO BOTTOM Fittingly, Keegan Gilsenan, who won the Robert L. Cosby Award, shakes the hand of Mr. Cosby before graduation; Mario Rinaldi smiles for the camera; and Will Bingle celebrates with a fellow classmate.

the Bronx. “My thoughts about coming on campus are all positive, whether for a game or for graduation. “Commencement was the culmination of our family experience with Brunswick. It was lovely.”

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COMMENCEMENT 2021

SENIOR AWARDS OF DISTINCTION

In Passionate Achievements, Ideals Shine Bright

ACH YEAR, Commencement serves as an opportunity for faculty to honor some of the highest ideals of the school, as seen through the great achievement of its students. This year was no exception as, one-by-one, faculty took to the podium to put into words the unique strengths of their students. One student, Thomas A. Altman Prize winner Jonathan Citron, was described as a “Wally Cleaver of a young man” who “dreams in other languages.” “The gyroscope of this young man’s untethered passions has been informed by history, psychology, science, theater, just about every surface his light can shine on,” said theater teacher Seth Potter. “His art is translation. He takes on the nuanced duty of bringing clarity to those lucky enough to be in his wake.” Another student, Community Service Award winner William Berkley, was recognized for the way he sprang into action after the pandemic hit, passionately advocating for the Horizons program — securing donations, assembling activity bags for the students, delivering them to their homes, and initiating tutoring. “If 2020 has shown us anything, it is that the world needs passionate, purpose-driven people who care about the well-being of their community,” said Amy Kerekes, director of community service. “Will Berkley is a perfect example of just this kind of person.” Here’s the full list of graduates recognized for awards. Valedictorian Ali Hindy

Robert L. Cosby Award Keegan E. Gilsenan

Kulukundis Cup Ali Hindy

A. Macdonald Caputo Award Matthew G. Russell

Community Service Award William R. Berkley III

Faculty Citations Thomas J. Fouts Tucker A. Murray Michael B. O’Malley Christopher J. Perry

BPA Prize Luke W. Hayes Jenkins Athletic Award Colin B. Mulshine Thomas A. Altman Prize Jonathan A. Citron

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Head of School’s Trophy Noah G. Levi

TOP TO BOTTOM Tucker Murray was cited by Anne Allwood; Luke Hayes won the BPA Prize, presented by Matthew Kirby-Smith; Seth Potter awarded Jonny Citron with the Altman Prize; and Ron VanBelle saluted Colin Mulshine with the Jenkins Award.

the field of funky elbow work ensued. It was faster, a bit noisier — and just as joyful as it normally is. “How did you know it was me?” said Middle School computer teacher Deb Hull, recognized by her former students despite a mask, sunglasses, and a wide brimmed hat. “You made me feel happy I’m here!”

‘Living Testimony’ to Cherished Values Faster & Noisier, But Just as Joyful

ration for a parade of faculty who file past, offering handshakes and hugs for their former students. This year, a joyful parade of graduates formed outside at the Middle School, marched through the new tunnel under King Street, and formed a giant

HE REV. THOMAS L. NINS provided the invocation, offering gratitude to Brunswick leadership and its faculty and staff for the way it navigated the choppy waters

of the last year. “Lord, thank you for bringing us to

ALL IT THE ELBOW DANCE.

receiving line starting at the entrance to

this historic moment in the lives of

Still sidelined by the pandemic,

Mehra Natatorium and ending halfway

these graduates, their families, and

the handshake was replaced

down Dann Gymnasium.

our school,” he said. “We have come

with elbow bumps as a cherished Brunswick tradition

Faculty, including teachers from the

was adapted for the age of COVID-

School, jaunted past, offering greetings

19. Normally, the Senior/Faculty

galore on their way to Cosby Field.

Handshake sees soon-to-be graduates line up in Hartong Rink in prepa-

through so much to be here.

Pre School right on up through Upper

Hooting, hollering, waves, a few fist bumps, and quite some innovation in

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Aidan Redahan and Krista Taylor take part in the Senior/Faculty “Walk-Through”; the Reverend Thomas Nins offers the invocation; and Power Fraser fistbumps Chris Perry.

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COMMENCEMENT 2021

NEXT STEPS

“May the lessons learned from this past year serve as substance for these boys as they move into adulthood. May we be reminded that how we respond to adversity is more important than how we feel about it, that true leadership takes place during a storm, after the storm, and before the storm. “Bless them as they set off on their journey into adulthood,” he concluded. “Let their lives be living testimony to the values of Courage, Honor, and Truth. May they have a safe, good time this summer. They have certainly earned it.”

Jack Michalik (top) was one of 22 ’Wick lifers to graduate: FRONT (left to right) Will Berkley, Jake Block, Rafe Sconzo, Ali Hindy, Keegan Gilsenan, Luke Waters, and Chris Santoro BACK (left to right) Andrew Casturo-Burnette, Andres Cevallos, Andrew Breckenridge, Brian Pope, Brady Johnston, Aidan Reilly, Michael O’Malley, Jack Michalik, Alexander Penn, Reed Signer, Charlie Jones, Cameron Evans, Erik Anderson, Aidan Redahan, and Oliver McGovern

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Hayden Roi Collins Tufts University

For Class of ’21, Great Destinations Abound

Ryan Thomas Connolly University of Notre Dame

Jackson Warner Alvord Colby College

Lucas Manuel Delgado University of Michigan

Erik William Anderson University of Wisconsin

Anthony Deosa Villanova University

Andrew Higgins Aube University of Virginia

Cameron Raleigh Evans Duke University

William MacLean Aube Dartmouth College

Boland Patrick Faughnan Trinity College

Harrison Akio Azrak University of Pennsylvania

Richard Brooks Ferguson Brown University

Nicholas Jude Bell New York University

Victor Anthony Ferraro Boston College

William Robert Berkley III Yale University

Thomas Jensen Fouts University of Michigan

Zane Harris Bhatti Boston University

Charles Chisholm Garland Yale University

William Ament Bingle Duke University

Frederico Finamore Gazal University of Southern California

Jake Austin Block Tulane University

Keegan Edward Gilsenan Middlebury College

Nicholas Pillion Boer University of Wisconsin

David Huffard Haffenreffer III Southern Methodist University

Leyton Thaddeus Borcherding Brown University

Luke William Hayes Hamilton College

Blake Joseph Borges Syracuse University

Jamison Van Hesser University of Pennsylvania

Andrew Finnegan Breckenridge Wake Forest University

George Thomas Hill University of Michigan

Blake Andrew Burchill Bucknell University

Ali Hindy Stanford University

William Peter Carangelo Bucknell University

Robert Bowden Hopkins Georgetown University

Andrew Carter Casturo-Burnette Duke University

Michael Anthony Huber Indiana University, Kelley School

Anthony John Cerbone Northeastern University

Walter Hancock Huffman Amherst College

Andrés Julian Cevallos University of Connecticut

Eliot Aaron Hynes University of Denver

Tristan David Yì-Han Chang University of Virginia

Brady Cogswell Johnston Southern Methodist University

Max Taylor Charney Lehigh University

Charles Benjamin Jones Indiana University

Aaryan Ved Chinai University of Miami

Dylan Krishan Lawrence Juneja

Jonathan Arthur Citron Brown University

Kristopher Dwayne Kendall Trinity College

Gary Michael Claps Junior Hockey

John Harrison Kulak University of Pennsylvania

Henry Houston Dale Southern Methodist University Jackson James DaPuzzo Washington University Brunn Koo Delany Elon University Joseph Peter Delany Colby College

Wake Forest University

Ethan Graham Standish Lange Bucknell University

Michael Grant Miller Trinity College

Casey C. Raffone Junior Hockey

Joshua Matthew Sherman University of Pennsylvania

Noah Greyson Levi University of Pennsylvania

Gavin Hawkins Molloy Princeton University

Aidan Patrick Redahan Central Connecticut State University

James Reed Signer Bucknell University

Joseph Arthur Levien University of Wisconsin

Aaron Montgomery Jr. Boston University

Aidan Eric Reilly Yale University

Ian Padraig Steffensen Wake Forest University

Graham Connolly Lodge University of Chicago

Nolan Robert Morris St. Lawrence University

Mario Giovanni Rinaldi Bucknell University

Daniel E. Taylor U.S. Naval Academy

Coulter Jake Mackesy Princeton University

Colin Branagan Mulshine Princeton University

Dillon Etienne Robinson University of California, Berkeley

Sebastian Tchkotoua University of Chicago

Angus Dubin Manion Colgate University

Tucker Alexander Murray University of Richmond

Alexander Peter Rohlf Junior Hockey

Aidan Marcus Timney University of Miami

Jeffrey Dean Matthews University of Richmond

Michael Bryan O’Malley University of Virginia

Matthew Gray Russell Georgetown University

Julian Philip Trahanas University of Pennsylvania

Oliver Riley McGovern Rhode Island School of Design

Joshua William Paul Dartmouth College

Parker Billings Andrew Russell Connecticut College

Luke Alexander Waters Duke University

Matthew James McGroarty Quinnipiac University

Alexander Robert Penn Cornell University

Michael Louis Salandra Junior Hockey

William Cole Weiser University of Michigan

Maximilian M. Meissner Princeton University

Christopher John Perry Trinity College

Christopher C. Santoro University of Southern California

Jess Shannon Tier West University of Chicago

John Frederick Michalik Yale University

Brian William Pope Texas Christian University

Rafael Gordon Sconzo University of Michigan

Ryan Singleton Winston University of Chicago

William Dale Michels Dartmouth College

Benjamin Genise Presley Junior Hockey

James Conover Sealy University of Vermont

Francisco Miguens Washington University

Thomas Marc Quinson Denison University

Andrew Houston Shaffer Duke University

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O N E G R A DUAT E’ S P E RS P EC T I V E

Appreciation, Gratitude for ‘Brotherly Bond’ By William Berkley ’21

N A SCORCHING May

in the audience would soon walk

afternoon in the spring of

across that very stage.

my freshman year, I sat in the far right corner of Dann Gymnasium with my class-

Reflecting back three years later, Hayden proved to be spot on. My turn came faster than I could have

mates by my side. The words of

ever imagined, and on the day of grad-

the Ivy Speaker Hayden Hoover ’18

uation, I found myself consumed by so

washed over me as he remarked that

many memories of my time at ’Wick.

as distant as graduation might seem

As our class processed onto Cosby

for underclassmen, all of the students

Field to take our seats, I was briefly distracted by the mental snapshots of all the memorable experiences I had right there on that field. Whether it be the all-school photos, Lower School field days, volunteering for Horizons at Brunswick, or unforgettable bonfires during homecoming, I could not help but smile as I thought about the amazing experiences that played like a slideshow in my mind. And now in hindsight, what I find so fascinating is that, despite the fact that we as students spend so much time thinking about test Will Berkley, who is now attending Yale University, was honored with the Community Service Award at Commencement.

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Governor Ned Lamont, a Brunswick parent of Teddy, a member of the Class of 2012, Zoomed in from the U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London to give the keynote address.

results and game scores, not a single one entered my mind during this period of reflection. As someone who greatly focused on those numbers, I find it so ironic that when I look back on all that Brunswick gave me, they fade into the background. Instead, the moral compass and appreciation for community that Brunswick instilled in me stand out more clearly — along with the countless opportunities boys have to truly build their character. As graduation showed me, it is the lessons learned from our experiences here that develop character and will be part of us for the balance of our lives. Thus, this time to think left me with a clear understanding as to just how deeply Courage, Honor, and Truth are sewn into the fabric of this community on every level. I also began to think about the incredible people whom I’ve had the privilege to call my Brunswick family for the past 14 years. The individuals I worked with, played with, and grew with have become some of my closest friends, and as I exited stage-right

in May, I found deep comfort in knowing that they will always be there for me. The “brotherly bond” most certainly does exist here on Maher Avenue and King Street. It’s these gifts — the strong moral foundations and deeply forged personal connections — that have ultimately highlighted my Brunswick education. And I’ll forever be grateful to be a Bruin.

State’s CEO: It’s How You Deal with ‘Curveballs’

DWARD M. “NED” Lamont P ’12, governor of Connecticut, served as Commencement speaker. In true COVID-19 fashion, he delivered his remarks remotely, having

been called away by the concurrent visit of President Joe Biden to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, in New London, Conn.

‘People judge you not by pitches right over the plate that you hit well, but by how you handle those curveballs.’

SENIOR PROM

As Rivers Sparkle, Sunset Sailors Relax & Revel

HE PROM WOULD go on — and the ship would sail. As a result of Herculean efforts on the part of the Brunswick senior parents, modified COVID restrictions, and significant remediation efforts on the part of the school, members of the Class of 2021 and their dates enjoyed the traditional sunset cruise aboard the World Yacht Spirit of New York on the eve of graduation. It was a beautiful and well-deserved evening for all attendees, as they sailed past the watchful eye of Lady Liberty and the picturesque Manhattan skyline. The photos (of both the posed and the candid variety) tell the story of a somewhat “normal” event as the partygoers relaxed with friends on deck, let their guards down in the wild and crazy Photo Booth, and danced the night away before disembarking at Pier 81.

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SENIOR BREAKFAST

His ‘Goodness of Heart’ Resounded in Greeting

HIRD GRADER Crosby Murray ’30 once asked his dad, Ian ’93, if he always had a police officer hold the door open for him as he arrived to school in the morning. Ian explained to his son that, instead, a Brunswick legend named Mr. Robert L. Cosby greeted him every day — making sure each young boy felt safe, respected, valued, and heard. “Mr. Cosby did this out of the goodness of his own heart — and because he cared about and loved Brunswick students,” Ian said. “And because he was a natural leader who embodied the pillars of Courage, Honor, and Truth.” Ian, who was the keynote speaker along with his brother Shep ’89 at the Senior Breakfast for the 21st consecutive year — even counting last year’s virtual presentation — encouraged members of the Class of 2021 to hold those same attributes in high regard as they head to college and beyond. Shep did the same, also including one of his favorite Brunswick (and biblical) sayings — “With all thy getting, get understanding” — in his advice to the soon-to-be graduates. “If you can live your life by those three words and by that saying, the rest is easy,” Shep said. “We hope that Brunswick continues to be a part of you as you move forward into the future.”

TOP TO BOTTOM Ian ’93 and Shep Murray ’89 returned to campus to offer perspective and words of advice for the graduates on the eve of their big day, including Tommy Fouts, Michael O’Malley, and Chris Santoro.

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“Look, it’s been one tough year,” Lamont told Brunswick. “Sometimes, life can throw some curveballs. People judge you not by pitches right over the plate that you hit well, but by how you handle those curveballs. I like to think you are handling them really well.” Lamont said Connecticut is home to some of the best schools in the world, including Brunswick, and noted that people from around the world come here to get an education. It’s that kind of education, he said, that helped him lead the state through the “curveball” of the pandemic. “Education teaches you not just a skill — not just STEM, not just coding,

Through Quartet of Crises, ‘Strength & Perseverance’

EAD OF SCHOOL Thomas W. Philip reflected on the epic quality of the events of the last 18 months, but said he is as optimistic as he has ever been in large

part due to the character of the young men in the Class of 2021.

TOP TO BOTTOM Graduates squeeze in for the now-traditional selfie; Joseph Levien takes his spot on the bleachers for the Senior Photo.

Philip sketched out the enormity

not just how to read and write but how

of four concurrent crises: A health

to think, how to learn, and how to deal

emergency that at that point resulted in

with those curveballs,” he said.

close to 150 million cases of COVID-19

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worldwide, an economic collapse the likes of which has not been seen since the Great Depression, a constitutional crisis in the form of a violent mob overrunning the U.S. Capitol, and a summer of racial and civil unrest.

‘ The young men we are recognizing today represent the finest in all of us.’

“Not just surviving, but actually thriving in a year such as this, while enduring one of the most significant

us,” he said. “Their enthusiasm and

curiosity, ambition, and hope for the

local, national, and worldwide chal-

contributions to this school, their

future — in no small part — made even

lenges ever recorded is an achievement,

individual and collective talents and

the scariest days of the fall and winter

to be sure,” he said.

achievements, and most recently, their

seem more normal,” he said.

Despite the worldwide conflagra-

strength and perseverance during a

“Waking up each day and knowing

tion, Philip said he is hopeful as he

most challenging and unique school

that Brunswick School was a place

looks ahead, thanks in large part to the

year, all mark them as the very, very

filled with young men such as each

strength, courage, and perseverance of

finest of young men.”

of you offered hope and inspiration

the young men who sat before him. “The young men we are recognizing today represent the finest in all of

Philip said the Class of 2021 carries unique strength.

when those traits were so hard to find elsewhere.”

“Your enthusiasm, good nature,

Jake Block can’t wait to receive his diploma from Head of School Tom Philip.

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IV Y SP EA KER A DD R E SS

‘Luckiest Kids in the World’

quote that lies on a whiteboard in my room, that has been there since Oct. 1, 2019: ‘If Ike Dolphan can fight

Ivy Speaker and Valedictorian Ali Hindy gave a thoughtful and laughter-inducing address for all of his classmates to remember.

through cancer, we can fight through anything.’ “Not only did we fight to preserve

holiday assembly, or sit with our friends

Ike’s legacy, we were inspired by him

at the bottom of Baker Theater during

N A BRUNSWICK first, Valedictorian

and took what we learned to heart,”

morning meetings.

Ali Hindy also served as Ivy Speaker.

he said.

“The things we’re grateful for, like

Hindy noted that his class has faced

Hindy implored his classmates to be

more than one serious event, and he

thankful, and he singled out the faculty,

often take for granted,” he said. “The

took special inspiration from class-

the Brunswick maintenance staff,

things we’re grateful for, like our own

mate Ike Dolphan ’21, who was 16 when

parents, Greenwich Academy, and the

lives, we take for granted.

he died on Oct. 1, 2019, after a long and

head of school for special gratitude.

valiant fight with cancer. “What I’m talking about is a

“No one in our grade could’ve predicted that we wouldn’t have

spending quality time with friends, we

“We really are the luckiest kids in the world.” Hindy also took the time to recog-

sentiment, a shared experience that

Homecoming, wouldn’t be able to see

nize Head of School Tom Philip for

our grade has been through that we

Kris Kendall or Goose at Brown &

everything he did to keep school open

rarely talked about,” Hindy said. “This

White, and wouldn’t be able to sing

through the 2020–21 school year.

sentiment can be summarized by one

‘12 Drummers Drumming’ during our

“So many other schools decided

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to give up and continue with online school this year, but you didn’t,” he said, addressing Mr. Philip as he continued. “You decided that through your dedication and passion for your students you would help us do the thing we love most, although we sometimes fail to admit it, which is go to school every day. I, along with the rest of the graduating class, could not physically express our gratitude for all you have done for us.” Hindy implored the students coming along behind to cherish their days on campus. “But in all seriousness, the things we are grateful for, like Brunswick School, we often take for granted,” he told them. “Please do not take Brunswick for granted. Enjoy every lunch, every pink slip, every hard Allwood math test, and every moment that you have at this wonderful school. Because, before you know it, you’ll be up here, young men, about to become graduates. “Be grateful for the passion Brunswick has inspired in you,” he said. “Be grateful for the friendships Brunswick has given you, and be grateful for the life you have.”

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‘Be grateful for the friendships Brunswick has given you, and be grateful for the life you have.’

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP James Sealy, Charlie Garland, and Sebastian Tchkotoua enjoy the after party; Danny Taylor gives a “low-five”; and Ryan Chinai is spotted by the camera. OPPOSITE PAGE (TOP TO BOTTOM) Casey Raffone celebrates with family; Zane Bhatti, Jack Moore ‘22, Cameron Evans, Hayden Collins, Aaron Montgomery, and Andrew Breckenridge light up a few cigars; and Lucas Delgado poses with his mom, Linda; and his dad, Joe.

SENIOR AWARDS DAY

‘Say Yes to Opportunity’

RUNSWICK SENIORS were honored with distinguished awards at a virtual, pre-recorded ceremony on Monday, May 17. Upper School science teacher Oliver Bierman-Lytle served as the keynote speaker, as chosen by the Class of 2021. He focused his remarks on two experiences he had after graduating from Kenyon College in 2010 — an internship in Abu Dhabi to learn more about sustainable development, and an opportunity to work on a marine biology conservation survey while living on a boat in Singapore. Each helped him realize that he didn’t need to have every step of his life completely mapped out in front of him — and that it was normal to be unsure of himself and to make mistakes along the way. “By getting out in the world and trying new things, saying yes to opportunities, and forming new relationships, you learn more about yourself and what makes you happy,” said Bierman-Lytle, who has been teaching biology and other science electives at Brunswick since arriving in 2014. “You do not need to experience everything in the world; you simply need to learn from all of your experiences.” Cum Laude Certificates* Harrison A. Azrak Andrew C. Casturo-Burnette Jackson J. DaPuzzo Luke W. Hayes Jamison V. Hesser Colin B. Mulshine Theater Award Luke W. Hayes Simpson Choral Award Jonathan A. Citron Randolph Band Award Keegan E. Gilsenan Visual Arts Award Oliver R. McGovern Everett Prize for English Rafael G. Sconzo R. Scott Tucker Senior Essay Prize Julian P. Trahanas Bouffier Foreign Language Prize Jonathan A. Citron Senior Classics Award Jeffrey D. Matthews

Stephen A. Duennebier Social Sciences Award Jamison V. Hesser McKinnon Global Studies Award Jackson J. Dapuzzo Thomas A. Shields Mathematics Award Ali Hindy AAPT Science Award Harrison A. Azrak Alan M. Turing Prize for Computer Science Ali Hindy Gus Conrades ’86 Varsity Athletic Awards Ali Hindy, John F. Michalik, and Colin B. Mulshine Robert G. Sampson Prize Coulter J. Mackesy *Cum Laude members joined earlier inductees and classmates William A. Berkley, Jonathan A. Citron, Thomas J. Fouts, Ali Hindy, Noah G. Levi, John F. Michalik, and Joshua W. Paul.

John Van Atta History Prize Joshua W. Paul

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Alex Rohlf celebrates with his mom and dad, Najia and Greg, and a family friend; Michael Salandra straightens up his shades; and Head of School Trophy winner Noah Levi revels in the festivities.

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ABOVE The Chang family: Tyler ’19, mom Erin, Tristan, sister Tatum (GA ’23), and dad David. RIGHT Parker Russell is surrounded by his loving family.

CLOSING CEREMONIES

Virtual Celebration Caps Remarkable Year

RUNSWICK PUT THE finishing touches on the 2020–21 school year with Closing Ceremonies — a virtual presentation honoring students and faculty members for outstanding accomplishments in the classroom, on the athletic fields, and in the school community — on Tuesday, June 8.

Middle School Awards

Upper School Awards

Eleanor G. Lindberg Award Rehaan Bhaskar

Cum Laude Felipe Leao Seth Yoo Dr. Richard Dobbins

Virginia I. Peterson Award Arjun Kolluri Sarah B. Burdett Award Colin Officer Kulukundis Cup Leo Zhang Geis Cup William Nook Williamson Trophy Henry Roth

William A. Durkin III ’72 Alumni Award Thomas Whidden Ike Dolphan ’21 Award Andrew Rodriguez Princeton Alumni Award Hunter Spiess Columbia Book Award Jackson Fels

Oaklawn Award Tomas Delgado

Rensselaer Award Luke Apostolides

Randolph Prize Alden Reals

Computer Science Award Vilas Sogaard-Srikrishnan

Williams Book Award Myles Spiess

Grade Nine Service Award Lukas Hublitz & Bennett Klein

Yale Alumni Award Nikitas Handrinos Harvard Book Prize Jackson Schwartz Brown Book Award Tyler Wilson Chinese Award Max Konzerowsky French Award Jackson Schwartz Italian Award Nikitas Handrinos

Grade Ten Service Award Campbell Officer & William Klein Grade Eleven Service Award Nikitas Handrinos & Warren Klein Grade Ten Varsity Athletic Plaques Ryan Kulsakdinun Ryan Miele Riley Redahan Malik Samms

Kenneth Merritt Mathematics Award Andrew Tu

Grade Eleven Varsity Athletic Plaques Clifford Belknap William Donovan Charles Johnson Kyle Karas Michael Neviera Kaden Saad

Fairfield Biology Prize Ashton Arjomand

John F. Otto Faculty Award John Booth

Spanish Award Ashton Arjomand Classics Award Edward Salazar

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H OMECOMI NG 2021

Surprise Sunshine Sparkles & Enchants Skies Clear for Old-Fashioned Homecoming

AS A CANOPY OF DARK AND ROLLING rain clouds

seemed to part miraculously, the sun’s rays beamed down on scores of friends, young and old, too long apart. The joyful crowd reunited in savoring a happy spirit of togetherness, and ’Wick’s King Street campuses glowed with the smiles of all who ventured from near and far to come back home. B Y K AT H E R I N E O G D E N & M I K E K E N N E D Y ’ 9 9

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OR THE FIRST TIME IN TWO YEARS, Homecoming unfurled onto Edwards Campus, once again bringing huge crowds of Brunswick families and alumni to King Street, this time on an extra-special Halloween weekend, for two full days of fun and friendship. The storied weekend brought the Brunswick community together in joyful connection after a long, long time apart — many, many people turned up, even under an ominous forecast for torrential rain, to cheer on the Bruins, reconnect with old friends, and revel in some simple, sorelyneeded, good old-fashioned fun.

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The storied weekend brought the Brunswick community together in joyful connection after a long, long time apart. Just as it has every year except for 2020, the jam-packed weekend featured something for everyone: ’Wick’s youngest spread out across Burke Field House for a Bear Fair for the ages; current Bruins stepped into center stage as they tested their skills in exhilarating sporting contests; friends and families took up the cheering section — and all of them were joined by alumni from across the country who turned up in Greenwich to reconnect and reminisce.

Just as it always does, the sold-out, 21st annual Alumni Golf Outing served as the unofficial kick-off to Homecoming, with 18 foursomes fanning out across the links at GlenArbor Golf Club on Friday morning — and there was no rain!

’Wick fans of all ages turned out for Homecoming to cheer on their fellow Bruins and celebrate a big football victory on Cosby Field.

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ALUMNI G OLF OUTING

Low Scores, High Spirits

T WAS FALL golf at its best. Eighteen foursomes headed out on the course at GlenArbor Golf Club for a Friday scramble to start Homecoming weekend — with some decked out

in plaid pants, some braving the chilly weather in Bermuda shorts, and some sporting winter hats to stay warm. The scores were low on the Gary Player-designed track, as 13 groups posted rounds in red figures to make the chase for the Alumni Golf Outing

It was varsity soccer that actually opened Homecoming, putting up a thrilling 1-0 win against Hopkins in front of a huge Friday-night crowd on Robert L. Cosby Field. A post-game

ABOVE Brian Murphy ’90, Remy Keating ’90, Tom O’Connor ’91, and Mike Thurlow ’90 RIGHT Louis Aronne ’06 and Zach Hascoe ’06

show sent spirits soaring, as a bonfire and fireworks display glittered against building gray clouds. The evening set the stage for a

Greenwich High School

dominated play, winning decisive

(18-11), and Hopkins

victories in football, water polo, and

(19-4).

soccer. It was a clean sweep across the varsity level.

By Saturday afternoon, great throngs of Brunswick families and alumni were gathering

trophy one for the ages (as Jim Nantz

surprise! The sun came out over

in the sunshine along the sidelines of

would say).

Cosby Field during football’s pre-game

the football game for an Alumni Tent

warmups, setting the stage for the

Party that featured wood-fired pizza, a

Thomas Toepke ’99, Justin Weinstein ’99,

team’s convincing 34-14 victory over

beverage, and wonderful camaraderie.

and Mike Kennedy ’99 walked away

By evening, the 50th reunion Class

with the bragging rights — while all

of ’71 was gathering for a special dinner

participants enjoyed their time with

25 seniors play on this year’s team, and

at a classmate’s home, while two 20th

fellow Bruins sitting by the firepit

also because 2021 was the 20th reunion

reunion classes, ’00 and ’01, savored

and taking their shot at GlenArbor’s

year for varsity football coach Mike

the joint celebration they had held on

famed 19th hole after the action had

Hanningan ’01.

Friday night.

concluded.

And by midday Saturday — a

Cheshire Academy. The victory was even sweeter because

Brunswick water polo also enjoyed wins, sweeping a pair of games over the

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weekend as it topped

whole weekend’s worth of wins. Bruins

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If you missed the fun, here’s a wrap-up of what went down.

In the end, the team of Zac John ’05,

Beers and a new ’Wick headcover in hand, to boot.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP

Per Berre ’01; Andrew Ferrer ’04; Phil Geiger ’00; John Duffy ’01, Will McGirr ’01, Rana Kashyap ’01, and Elliott Rauh ’01

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FRIDAY NIGHT FIRE WORKS & B ONFIRE

Roaring Blaze & Dazzling Night Skies School spirit was ablaze. After the soccer team’s win, students gathered down the hill from the endzone for the Pep Rally and Bonfire, as varsity captains got the crowd going before the flames and fireworks rocketed across the crystal-clear sky. The shimmering show put the finishing touches on a superb opening day and night of Homecoming.

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BEA R FA IR

for Bear Fair, the can’t-miss

Heaps of Fun & Games

carnival that features heaps

’W

ICK BRUINS EMERGED from hibernation in a big way for Homecoming 2021. Brunswick’s youngest could be seen skipping, hopping, and absolutely

dancing between raindrops as they made their way into Burke Field House

of fun and games created just for them. For this occasion, Bear Fair had been planned as a huge, outside event — but had to be moved inside at the last minute due to the rainy forecast. The field house proved it could more than accommodate, as the usual tables for food and drink were moved to make room for a bevy of new attractions. A miniature golf course, a giant inflatable obstacle course complete with a slide, a huge Jenga set — all this and more was added to the fun as the Fair expanded and made good use of the space. Bingo tables filled in fast, and in short order, youngsters were also lining up for the obstacle course

Young (and masked) Bruins enjoyed all the fun and games at Bear Fair, showing up in waves to shoot hoops, putt on the miniature golf course, and pose with their favorite mascot.

as other families took a pause at the Jenga stand to carefully pull pieces from below and gingerly place them atop the tower. Dozens of volunteers helped make the day a success. One of those taking an early shift at the

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obstacle-course adventures. “I love it,” he said. “What’s not to like about it — getting families together to basically celebrate school!” Bear Fair 2021 also served as the launch for a whole new set of ’Wick Cornhole games, all of them lovingly handmade by ’Wick dad Kip Graham ’99, father of Trip ’33. Three of the games were raffled off, and one was donated to the senior lounge at the Upper School. Bear Fair was run by Co-Chairs Erica Bens and Kirsten Riemer. Tickets sold fast before the event even started, with a record 360 pre-ordered. “We’re back, and

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obstacle course was Dr. Peter Michalek,

people are so thrilled to be

father of Brayden ’33. The elder

here!” Riemer exclaimed. “We’re

Michalek gave about two hours to

expecting a big day.”

the task of helping little kids take off

And a big day it was!

their shoes before embarking on their

“This is the first time the Pre and

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Lower school community has been able

including the Brunswick Bear and

to get together in almost two years,”

Cosby Field. Daniel Lauter, Danny’s

Bens added. “Parents and kids — it’s

dad, had played football for the

wonderful!”

UCLA Bruins, so the family pulled

And Riemer chimed in:

into campus.

“We are so grateful to be able to have

There were young kids playing.

everyone together.”

The family watched the game, and young Danny ran over to the newly installed statue of Robert L. Cosby, not yet even labeled with his name.

Slides. Soccer games. Bow and arrows. Fathers and sons. The Bear Fair had it all!

Young Danny grinned impishly and extended his own hand in greeting. His mom took a photo. “We had no clue where we were, what it was,” mused Rena

FA MILY D RIV E , L I F E T RANSFORME D

Usae name et hillat. Eseceaque nihilias net et excesto beaquidusam, quam voluptat latios prem sapedis qui conse videlitem

Journey Inspired by Cosby’s Legacy

Lauter. “Who would think he would be there, 15 years later?” Fast forward another few years: Danny is a middle schooler at Greenwich Catholic School, dreaming of one day playing for Brunswick. Though he couldn’t imagine being accepted, Danny applied. Coiffed in a

N THE OPENING moments of

blue blazer, khaki pants, and a tie, he

football’s big win over Cheshire

and his family headed over to Maher

Academy, starting quarterback

Avenue for the interview. On the way,

Danny Lauter ’22 hit WR Ashton

they stopped on King Street. Once

Winegardner ’22 for a touchdown,

again, Danny shook the bronzed hand

ultimately helping the Bruins

of Mr. Cosby, and once again, his mom

to a thrilling victory against

took a photo. “It’s kind of good luck,”

Cheshire Academy.

Rena says. And it was.

For Lauter, the road to center stage on Cosby Field on

Brunswick said, “Yes.” Fast forward another two years

Homecoming weekend may well

to the summer after Danny’s sopho-

have been laid decades before,

more year at Brunswick. The family

starting in 1970. That was the year

decided to take another road trip, this

Robert L. Cosby joined the teaching

time heading south. Danny, his mom

staff at Brunswick School.

said, wanted to visit Mr. Cosby’s grave

It’s an uncanny story, and for the

at Arlington National Cemetery. A

Lauter family, it begins when Danny

decorated veteran, Cosby had served

was about four years old.

in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam

Here it is in a nutshell: When Danny was a young boy, the family lived in Pelham, N.Y. One day, the Lauters

before coming to Brunswick to teach, coach, and mentor. The family found the gravesite, and

decided to “drive up to where there’s

Rena took a photo. Danny remembers

more chlorophyll. Let’s just get on the

the moment: “It took my breath away.

Merritt,” they said. They drove north,

It made me appreciate where we live.”

got off at King Street, went north again, and came upon Edwards Campus,

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Danny Lauter shares a unique bond with Robert L. Cosby, going all the way back to when he was four years old and extending as far as Arlington National Cemetery.

GAME-DAY WRAP-UP

A String of ‘V’s’ for Victory!

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share to ensure the match was scoreless at the half. With a renewed sense of purpose, the Bruins came out firing in the second frame. Nico Montoni ’22, Malik Samms ’23, Will Donovan ’22, and Gavin Foster ’22 put constant

and grateful to be able to play football

battle in all three phases of play, with

Dunn played a long ball toward goal

and study just a couple miles from the

the visiting team getting the best of

that hung up in the air and caused

gravesite of a man he considers a guide.

the defensive line and creating some

problems for the Hopkins netminder,

The Cosby presence endures.

chances to score on corner kicks and

as Frankie Grether ’22 deposited the

“For Mr. Cosby to be gone and still

set pieces outside the 18 yard-box.

rebound produced in front of the goal.

ARSITY SOCCER KICKED off

attacking pressure on the Hopkins

Homecoming with a 1-0 win

defense, tasking their GK to make a

against Hopkins in front of a

number of saves.

huge Friday-night crowd on Cosby Field. The first half was a

In the 61st minute, ’Wick was awarded a free kick just past midfield;

touching lives is so special,” Rena said.

Centerbacks John Dunn ’22 and

“I think his legacy lives on in the hand-

Douglas Otton ’23, along with goal-

fought, with both teams earning chances

shake and in the men he influenced.”

keeper James Walker ’22, did their fair

to change the scoreline, but the home

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The next 30 minutes were hard

Varsity soccer players eked out a 1-0 win against long-time foe Hopkins in a game that concluded under the lights on Robert L. Cosby Field.

squad held on for the one-goal win. Frank Carroll ’22, Alex Deluca ’24, and CJ Hyde ’23 played impactful minutes for the Bruins coming off the bench in the second half, in addition to solid midfield play throughout from Will Higgs ’25. Walker made five saves on the night and came up big a number of times on dangerous crosses and through-balls from the Hopkins attacking line.

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Usae name et hillat. Eseceaque nihilias net et excesto beaquidusam, quam voluptat latios prem sapedis qui conse videlitem

Athleticism, fair play, and competitive spirit were on full display in the closely contested match between the Bruins and Hilltoppers.

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Usae name et hillat. Eseceaque nihilias net et excesto beaquidusam, quam voluptat latios prem sapedis qui conse videlitem

Water polo earned two victories on Homecoming, ultimately going on to win the NEPSAC championship to cap another fantastic season of play at Mehra Natatorium and beyond.

’23 thwarted GHS’s big 2m set. Brunswick won its game against Hopkins on Senior Day, 19-4. Each senior contributed at least one goal to the win. Jackson Walker ’22 and JP Ohl ’22 played goalie, each for one half, to maintain a senior field of players throughout the game.

RUNSWICK WATER POLO swept a pair of games over Homecoming Weekend, topping crosstown rival Greenwich High School (18-11) and Hopkins (19-4).

On Friday night, the Bruins outlasted

the Cardinals for the third time on the season, pulling away in the second half and scoring six goals to GHS’s one in the decisive third quarter. There was a balanced scoring effort, with six different players scoring. Ryan Miele ’23 led the defense with 13 saves and William Ewald

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HE SUN CAME out unexpectedly during pre-game warmups on Saturday, setting the stage for the Brunswick football team’s convincing 34-14 Homecoming

victory over Cheshire Academy. After trading unproductive opening drives, the Bruins capitalized on great field position on first down when Danny Lauter ’22 hit Ashton Winegardner ’22 on a 33-yard scoring strike, the first of two connections the pair would have on the day. Lauter found the speedy Winegardner again in the second quarter on a 57-yard flea-flicker to push the lead to 14-0 early in the second quarter. Chris Gaine ’22 punched in a five-yard run later in the quarter to make it 21-0

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Brunswick continued to effectively

Janis ’23, and Matt Augustine ’24 —

Bruins with just over two minutes to

mix run and pass throughout the

for being able to keep the Cheshire

go in the half. Cheshire mounted an

second half, scoring on an eight-yard

defensive line on their heels.

effective two-minute drill, working

run by Kha’lil Eason ’22 in the third

the sidelines and hitting one long pass

quarter and a 19-yard pass from Lauter

Johnson ’22, Michael Neviera ’22,

to get down into Brunswick territory,

to Tomas Delgado ’23 in the fourth.

and Jesse Schutzman ’23 registered

ultimately finding a receiver in the end

Credit to the big guys up front — Miles

tackles for lost yardage. The defensive

zone to make the score at halftime 21-7

Walker ’23, Cliff Belknap ’22, Michael

line of Jurgis Schmedlen ’23, Lyndon

in Brunswick’s favor.

Burton ’22, Tyler Wilson ’22, Will

Gay ’22, Michael Neviera ’22, Jesse

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Defensively, Hunter Clark ’22, Jalen

The Bruins took advantage of playing in front of their supportive home crowd, putting up 34 points on their way to a celebratory victory.

Schutzman ’23, Reed Eddy ’24, EJ Perez ’24, and Taylor Primack ’23 played aggressively and up-field, making the Cheshire offense work hard all day. All of the seniors got on the field in their last Homecoming as students and made the most of the opportunity to create some great memories.

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ALUMNI T E NT PART Y

A Sizable Sideline Celebration TOP The Alumni Tent was packed with alumni, parents, faculty, and friends, all of whom turned out to enjoy a wonderful Homecoming.

Gregg Delany ’81 and his son, Breit ’30, along with Bill Aron ’81; Glenn ’76, Greg ’71, and Gary Oztemel ’75; Zach Dobbs ’06 and his son, Layton LEFT TO RIGHT

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OARDS OF ALUMNI and friends

Dave Moran, of Greenwich, is the

haunted the sidelines of Cosby

father of Brian ’00 of London, Kyle ’03

Field for an Alumni Tent Party

of Chicago, and Mark ’06 of West Palm

that stretched from one side of

Beach. “They all live elsewhere, but

the endzone to the other.

they told me to come down for a beer,”

People soaked in the sunshine

Moran said. “They all had a great expe-

as they enjoyed refreshments and

rience here. Brunswick does a great job

connected with friends old and new.

making everybody feel welcome.

Among the crowd was a Brunswick dad

“The school has a lot of momentum.

standing in for three sons who are now

Academic, athletics, a growing campus.

fanned out across the world.

It’s fun to see a school that’s thriving.”

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT

Classmates from ’86: Morris Barocas, Craig Jung, Graham Murray, Rob Phillips, John Jibilian, and Tony Reulbach Parents Matty Ocken and Brian Matthews, along with fellow parent Mike Gorman ’82 John Hughes ’16, Jamie MacFarlane ’16, and Daniel Hughes ’14 Bart Osman ’86 and Cliff Yonce P ’25 Jared Booth ’16, Johnny Montanez, Sal Lopez ’16, Dana Montanez, Jourdon Delerme-Brown ’16, and Kristine Brennan

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LEFT Scott Neff ’99 and Josyl Barchue ’00 CENTER David Maloney ’01, Graham Gyesky ’00, and Erik Nelson ’01 BELOW The Classes of 2000 and 2001 gathered at MacDuff’s, owned by Scott Sievwright ’99.

a lot of hard work by Barchue and fellow class agents Chris Monsif ’00, Brian Conologue ’00, and Paul Gojkovich ’01 — as well as friends and classmates from Greenwich Academy. Among the throng was Mark Clasby ’00, who ventured out from his home in Arlington, Texas, after many months of laying low with his wife and 22-month-old son, Myles. “2020-21 — I feel like that was one long year,” Clasby said as he mused about the

A LUMN I R EUN I O N S

experience of coming back

Joint Jamboree for 20th & 21st

to Greenwich.

imagined.”

AVING MISSED OUT on its actual reunion due to the conflagration that was 2020, the Class of 2000 more than made up for lost time as it teamed up with the

Class of 2001 for a joint 20th and 21st jamboree of sorts. “People really felt like they missed out on a chance to celebrate our class together,” said class agent Josyl Barchue ’00. “We were all very grateful for the opportunity to celebrate at that time, during what appeared to be the back end of the pandemic. It was well attended,” Barchue said. “It all flowed into Saturday. It was a great weekend overall!” The gathering was held at MacDuff ’s Pub in Greenwich on Friday evening, with almost 30 classmates from the two years attending. It was organized with

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“Homecoming couldn’t have come at a better time for me. It was even more amazing than I could have

during Homecoming 2021 was another Clasby family member, Dwight ’71. The elder Clasby, a one-time Brunswick director of alumni relations and development, flew in from his home in Denver, Colo., to celebrate his 50th Reunion alongside his son. The result was a deepening relationship, a chance for a son to get to know a father more fully and to reconnect in a place with a lot of history for them both. “My Brunswick connection actually goes back more than 50 years,” said Dwight Clasby, who became a ’Wick Middle Schooler when he was in sixth grade. “It was crazy.”

A LUMNI REUNIONS

Dad & Son Harvest Memories to Cherish

O WIT, THE disruption of the last few years meant that Clasby was able to return to Brunswick at an especially meaningful time, because also celebrating reunion

Father and son spent the weekend touring a school that has grown exponentially, having dinner with old friends and reconnecting with classmates. “I got to learn about my dad from people who cared about him and knew him when he was a kid,” said Mark Clasby. “It was really special and priceless to me.” It was likewise for the father. Dwight Clasby hopes his other son, Dwight Jr. ’98, can make the trip with him next time. “I was at Brunswick when we bulldozed the King Street campus,” said the elder Clasby. “To share that weekend with Mark and to walk around with him on the Maher Avenue Campus, it was special.” In a happy coincidence, the two also got to visit with another friend with a Brunswick connection. Dwight Clasby first met a young Bobby Walker P ’23 when Bobby was a student at St. Mark’s School of Texas. Clasby coached Walker and served as his advisor. Walker was the longtime head of the Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich and is now serving as assistant head of school at Greenwich Academy.

TOP Members of the Class of 2000: Chase Marsh, Michael Tomsky, and Phil Geiger; Gestal (GA ’00) and George Jamgochian ’01; ABOVE Mike Hannigan ’01

CENTER

Lyle

Homecoming 2021 served as an opportunity to renew the friendship.

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started calling people. I said, let’s

A Golden Gathering for the 50th

do this!”

Oztemel credited classmate Tom Carlson ’71 with some super-sleuthing that helped turn up some long-lost friends. It all came together in

RUNSWICK GRADUATED 44 young men in the inestimable Class of 1971. Fifty years later, a remarkable 25 classmates

were able to attend a Reunion and Homecoming for the ages,

October as the class gathered for

a testimony to the close-knit

some golf on Friday, followed by some

nature of the class — and also

serious celebrating on Saturday. In the

some folks having some extra

afternoon, classmates congregated at

time for phone calls.

the Alumni Tent Party next to Cosby

“We were kind of enthused by it,” said Greg Oztemel ’71. “We had the advantage of having

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Field, followed by a dinner at the home of Jim Cumenale ’71. “There wasn’t anything but smiles on

had a lockdown for six months.

everyone’s faces,” Oztemel said. “People

I got bored sitting at home. I

wanted to get together.”

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FALL AND WINTER SPORTS WRAP-UP

PATIENCE. ENDURANCE. RESILIENCE. I

For Varsity Bruins, Faith & Persistence Power Full-Barreled Return

FLEXIBILITY.

TEAMWORK.

Malik Samms ’23

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T GOES all the way back to 1902. Since then, Brunswick boys have taken the field of play to represent their school’s colors — emerging as stronger young men of character through lessons of sportsmanship, teamwork, sacrifice, perseverance, victory, and defeat. Learning, you see, has always extended far beyond the confines of the classroom. And so, as the global pandemic sidelined most all Brown & White teams for at least one season of true competition — ’Wick athletes were feeling the significant educational void left in COVID-19’s wake. They’d have given anything to battle for that extra yard, to fight to the finish line, or to share blood, sweat, and tears with their fellow Bruins. But they remained resilient, stayed positive, and kept the faith that better (and maskless) days were on the horizon — returning in full force last September to Cosby and Carroll Fields, Mehra Natatorium, and cross-country trails for a normal slate of practices and games. The Bruins did the same in the winter — this time at Hartong Rink, Dann Gymnasium, Ostrye Wrestling Room, and Stephens Squash Center, in addition to Mehra and the ski slopes of New England. All shared in one common goal: They were determined to further the storied tradition of Brunswick School’s athletic excellence. And, in seasons of unflagging competitive spirit, they have done just that.

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SOCCER

Leaders Raise Standards of Excellence

Malik Samms ’23, Ollie Leonard ’25, and Frank Carroll ’22

N HIS fifth year as head coach,

Danny Simpson continued

John Dunn ’22

his quest to put Brunswick on the map as a quality soccer

program that can compete with any squad in New England. Finishing with an overall record of 11–6 and being ranked 12th out of 53 teams in the highly competitive WNEPSSA league, the team has much to be proud of with its performance this fall. Co-captains John Dunn and Nico Montoni stepped up to lead the Bruins and shared in the goal

highlights including a trium-

Hotchkiss and Westminster to

of their bench boss, organizing

phant back-and-forth 2–1 battle

fall just short of the post-season.

spring practices and summer

at Frederick Gunn, an exciting

workouts to ensure maximum

4–1 win against Kent in front of

remained very proud of

preparation and conditioning

a large crowd during the team’s

the group.

were reached before official

Coaches vs. Cancer benefit, and a

“It was clear to

matches began in September.

decisive 5–1 showing at Salisbury.

us that these boys

The Brown & White stood tall in

lifted their standard of

the season’s opening two weeks —

provided the team with much

excellence and created a positive

without a doubt the most grueling

to celebrate, including shut-out

team culture over the last three

part of the schedule — and earned

wins over King, Hopkins, and

months,” Simpson said.

quality wins against Choate and

Cheshire. The Bruins excelled

“Our 12 graduating seniors

Deerfield, despite dropping hard-

in all stages of play during this

will be thoroughly missed — and

fought games versus powerhouses

impressive run, outscoring

showed leadership, positivity, and

Taft, Loomis, and Avon.

opponents 36–10 and going 410

a high standard of excellence,

minutes without giving up a goal.

both on and off the pitch. Players

Entering the final week of play,

will follow in their footsteps, and

But then the Bruins caught fire. Over a span of 10 matches in

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Homecoming week, too,

The coaches, though,

October and November, they

with New England Tournament

our program is better having had

scorched their competition and

hopes still on the line, the Bruins

them as key members of it these

reeled off nine victories — with

dropped close contests against

past few years.”

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Nico Montoni ’22

Ryan Ohl ’24

WATER POLO

Unmatched Team Chemistry, Outstanding Results

Ryan Miele ’23

raised their seventh consecutive New England championship trophy after a dominating perfor-

EAD COACH Ulmis Iordache

the early going (always focused

has a long history with this

and ready to learn), and ultimately

year’s group of seniors.

developing into a key player. He

remember far more than this

He remembers a young

mance versus Suffield Academy. Iordache, though, will

remembers Ivey Gehring — his

group’s outstanding results —

Luke Apostolides — one of the

fourth co-captain — playing on an

which also included a Cardinal

team’s co-captains — sitting

undermanned team at an inter-

Cup Tournament victory and

next to him on the bulkhead at

national tournament in Montreal,

the Greenwich YMCA, asking

showing superior dedication and

questions and intrigued about

work ethic, and evolving into a

the nuances of water polo. He

tremendous athlete in the pool.

remembers a young JP Ohl

And he cites the valuable

a sweep of the competition at Vilas Sogaard-Srikrishnan ’23

Homecoming. “We couldn’t have achieved

California and the hotbed of

all that we did without our

high-school water polo, in fact.

unmatched team chemistry

— the team MVP (and also a

contributions of the remaining

co-captain) — sporting a full

seniors — Sam Guadalupe, Felipe

of 27–2 (those two losses

among the boys in and out of the

wetsuit and spending more time

Leao, Will Morton, and Jackson

coming at the Santa Barbara

pool,” he said.

in the warm showers on deck

Walker — for their spirited

Invitational in close contests

than in the pool.

sportsmanship, selfless leader-

with Mater Dei High School and

of hard work and perseverance

ship, and positive attitude.

Laguna Beach High School),

and had a winning attitude —

won the Beast of the East title in

and their younger teammates followed their lead.

He remembers Aidan Marks — another co-captain — joining the

All led the way to a phenom-

The Bruins amassed a record

’Wick water polo squad as a good

enal fall at Mehra Natatorium

Pennsylvania against crosstown

swimmer, sitting on the bench in

and beyond — as far west as

rival Greenwich High School, and

and the bonding that happened

“The seniors set an example

“It was a special season.”

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CROSS COUNTRY

Shoulder-to-Shoulder, Back to the Race

T WASN’T the nearly perfect

rivals after a one-year hiatus

record or runner-up finish in

from official competition.

the FAA that Head Coach Steve Polikoff will remember about

the 2021 cross country season. It was the simple fact that

Lucas Pombo ’22

earned All-League honors, placed

Co-captains Lucas Pombo

fifth at the FAA Championships,

and Seth Yoo spearheaded the

significant obstacles presented

and was named an All-American

charge for the Bruins, with both

by the pandemic.

in his age group at Nationals.

Pombo’s personal best time of

In addition, the stage is set

the team was back racing again,

despite neither being on the

16:04 earned victory at the FAA

for a compelling future, as the

shoulder-to-shoulder with its

squad as a freshman and the

Championship and ranks him

Bruins witnessed dramatic

as the third fastest 5K in school

improvement from the entire

history, while Yoo will go down

sophomore class, namely

as one of ’Wick’s most improved

Luke Dougherty and Carter

runners of all time.

Bagaria, who each earned

Nathan Lee ’26

capping distinguished careers

Neither achievement, Polikoff

FAA Honorable Mention and

noted, came without supreme

positioned themselves as future

dedication and major mileage on

leaders of the program, as well

the trails, tracks, and roads.

as the team’s lone freshman,

The hunt to take down the league’s top runners from

Freddie Parkin. “The forecast calls for a

Hopkins fell just short, although

commitment to summer miles,”

the chase was never short of

Polikoff said. “How we answer

excitement or drama as the

that call will make all the differ-

Hilltoppers and Bruins headed

ence in the outcome for our core

for the finish line.

of returners next fall.”

Polikoff pointed to eighth-

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the second-year varsity runner

Rising seniors Niki Sulkowski

grader Nathan Lee as the

and Hunter Wu will lead the way

embodiment of those efforts, as

as captains.

Ashton Winegardner ’22

Kha’lil Eason ’22

FOOTBALL

what to expect? The Brunswick football

team hadn’t played an

and dedication of this year’s group

the season.

as he reflected on the season.

Highlights included hard-

Seniors Lead by Example, Set the Tone OW COULD they know

NEPSAC Bowl Game to conclude

rienced starting lineup.

fought victories against

class — 25 strong — who led

former Erickson League rivals

by example on and off the field

Salisbury (33–21), Avon Old

and set the tone for our team’s

Farms (35–28), and Trinity-

success,” he said.

Pawling (28–20), as well as

relationships that will last long

an always-talented Cheshire

into the future, and, at the end

Academy (34–14) to the delight

of the day, that’s what football is all about.”

Add to those factors that the

of many former Bruins who had

Bruins had joined the Northeast

returned to their alma mater to

Prep Football Conference and

take in the action.

would be lining up against three

due to the global pandemic —

teams they had never faced on

its first bowl game since 1998

and they would take to Cosby

the gridiron.

when the muddy Everett Field

entirely new and mostly inexpe-

Danny Lauter ’22

’Wick earned the right to host

But — as they say in sports

was called home and

— hard work, camaraderie, and

legendary coach Bob

leadership often make all the

Sampson roamed the

difference and breed a culture

sidelines, ultimately

that leads to success.

falling one touchdown

For the 2021 Brown & Gold,

“The boys forged bonds and

a Homecoming win versus

official game in nearly two years

Field in September with an

“We had a tremendous senior

short to Deerfield

this was very much so the

in a thriller

case — as the Bruins developed

(and great

an instant chemistry during

community

pre-season, relied on a team-

event) on

first attitude in practices and

Edwards

games, and created an inclusive

Campus.

atmosphere in the locker room to

Head coach Mike

pave the way to a 7–3 record and

Hannigan ’01 proudly

an appearance in the Mike Silipo

noted the commitment

Chris Gaine ’22

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HOCKEY

Energy, Effort & Attitude in ‘Team First’ Play

The Bruins played many exciting games in front of their fans at Hartong Rink.

RUNSWICK RETURNED to

— defeating Berkshire in the final

the ice after a season heavily

minute, holding off Nobles in a

impacted by the pandemic

one-goal victory, and falling to

— and skated to a record

Kent by a score of 4-2 in a classic

of 21-8-1 and an appearance in the finals of the NEPSIHA Large

prep hockey battle. Other season highlights

School Tournament champion-

included scoring three goals on

ship game.

the first three shifts of the opener

The Bruins, in fact, hosted all

Hank Cleaves ’22

against Loomis, topping Exeter

three playoff games in front of

for the first time in program

packed houses at Hartong Rink

history, besting St. Sebastian’s

in overtime at their holiday

room in front of them — and

tournament, blitzing Millbrook

to take “first downs” when they

after putting their sticks in the air

didn’t have time and space. They

for Teddy Balkind, outlasting T-P

took care of the team first and

in a 6-5 barnburner and again on

brought the non-negotiables of

Senior Night, overcoming four

energy, effort, and attitude (of

third-period penalties in a 4-3

the positive variety) to the rink

road win at The Gunn, and taking

every day.

the first-ever meeting on the ice

Brendan Holahan ’23

year’s roster, the future appears

The team’s success was rooted

quite bright at Hartong Rink, as

in its “playing-on-top” identity

a talented and experienced crew

and in all five players supporting

will return and hope to lead the

one another on the ice. The

Bruins to a spot in the Elite 8 in

Bruins were not boxed into a

2022–2023.

system but encouraged to make reads and plays when they had

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With only three seniors on this

between Brunswick and Deerfield.

Expectations and goals will be set as high as ever.

BASKETBALL

For Team on the Rise, Stellar Achievement

RUNSWICK MADE A

could, ultimately earning a trip to

statement in its return

the finals and hosting St. Luke’s in

to the basketball court in

front of a capacity and boisterous

2021–2022.

crowd at Dann Gymnasium.

The Bruins, who have not claimed

Tristan Joseph ’22

Although the team fell to the

an FAA title since 2010, came as

Storm in a see-saw battle, there is

close to hoisting the trophy as they

no doubt the program is back on the rise under coaches Steve Juricek, Zach Dobbs, and Kevin Royal. Led by senior captain Tristan Joseph and junior all-stars Jon Sigurdsson and Wyatt Triestman, Brunswick hit the ground running in December, starting the season winning five of its first six games (highlighted by victories over Taft and Avon). After dropping the final two Jon Sigurdsson ’23

contests of the calendar year at the always-competitive Holiday Classic Tournament at St. Paul’s School

of its season without the starting

games, earning the top seed and

in New Hampshire, the Bruins

lineup at full strength.

home-court advantage in the FAA

headed into 2022 with a record

tournament. The semifinals saw

finished strong due in large part

the Bruins rout GCDS for the third

schedule still to come.

to key contributions from senior

time in two months to set up the

Charlie Johnson, juniors Malik

finals against St. Luke’s.

After a convincing win at

Charlie Johnson ’22

Despite the setback, the Bruins

of 5-3 and the bulk of their FAA

Greenwich Country Day School

Samms and Luke Michalik, and

in their first action after winter

sophomore Matty Augustine, all

has been set, and the team will

break, adversity hit in the form

of whom received the first major

be in good hands with Samms,

of injuries to key starters, and

minutes of their careers this winter.

Sigurdsson, and Triestman leading

Brunswick would play the rest

Brunswick won five of its last six

The expectation for the future

the way as captains next winter.

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Kyle Karas ’22

WRESTLING

Determined Quest for Pins & Wins

ONSISTENCY HAS long

Led by tri-captains Cliff

been the hallmark of

Belknap, Will Donovan, and Kyle

the Brunswick wrestling

Karas, ’Wick placed high at a

program.

number of tournaments. In addi-

No matter how experienced or

Cliff Belknap ’22

tion to the captains, the Bruins

talented, the Bruins and distin-

benefited from the leadership of

guished coaching legend Tim

seniors Kaden Saad and Michael

Ostrye always find a way to have

Neviera. Juniors Enzo Vera, Will

success (in the form of pins and

MacGillivray, Wylie Ocken and

wins) on the mats.

Tomas Delgado were significant

In 2021–2022, after a year-long COVID hiatus, it was no different, as the squad finished with an impressive 12–4 record in dual meets. contributors, as were sopho-

and Western New England

mores Carter Bagaria and Kyle

Tournaments, and took fourth in

Pagnani.

the New England Tournament.

Freshman Patrick O’Donahue and eighth

qualified for the National Prep

graders Quinn McGraw and

Tournament. Western New

Charlie McGraw filled out

England (state) champions

the roster at the lower weights.

included Quinn McGraw at

Senior Sammy Guadalupe was a

106 lbs., Vera at 132 lbs., and

contributor early in the season,

Karas at 138 lbs.

but was knocked out of the lineup by injury. The Bruins won the Brunswick Invitational Tournament, placed Will Donovan ’22

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Five Brunswick wrestlers

second in the FAA

Of note, Donovan joined a select group of Brunswick wrestlers with more than 100 career wins, notching wins 100, 101, and 102 at New Englands, and closing it out with win 103 at the Preps.

Alex Hazlett ’22

SWIMMING

Owen Neviera ’22

Lucas Hodgson ’22

Tops in Talent, Spirit & Enthusiasm

OR BRUNSWICK swimmers

and broke one meet record at

and divers, the 2021–2022

Easterns. That success carried

campaign was a tale of two

over to the New England

seasons.

championship meet, where the

The boys began the winter with

Bruins had one of their best

mask mandates in place and felt

performances in history, winning

the impact of the pandemic with

eight of 11 swimming events

the cancellation of two meets and

and breaking five New England

their December training trip.

records and three Division I meet

But the return to the pool in the new year brought incredible

records. Only Andover topped

focus and intensity to practice

Brunswick on the podium, and

on a daily basis. The Eastern

the margin of defeat was as close

Interscholastic Championships

as ever.

and the New England

Head coach Aaron

Championship gave the team a

Montgomery summed it up best

sense of purpose and motivation,

when reflecting on the group.

and the Bruins rallied with the

Henry Caponiti ’22

“In addition to being known for

hope of competing against some

their talent, it was evident that

of the best schools in the country.

Brunswick was renowned for its

“Their successes this season will

spirit and enthusiasm for every

only be overshadowed by their

member of the team,” he said.

incredible love for one another.”

’Wick team members won five of 11 swimming events

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FALL AND WINTER SPORTS WRAP-UP

SKIING

William Kallman ’22

OW IN its seventh season,

At the regular-season races,

Brunswick Alpine Skiing

co-captain William Kallman

has established itself as

led the team with first-place

a formidable force on

finishes in all races in which he

the New England high school

competed. Teammates Cameron

racing circuit.

Shipman, Patch Leonard, and

The Bruins were awarded

Ollie Leonard followed closely in

second place in the Small School

his tracks at every race. Kallman

(Class S) Division for their

earned the honor of First Team

standing in regular-season races

All-State for CISL.

in the Connecticut Interscholastic Ski League (CISL). Competing in the Connecticut

At the NEPSAC championships, Brunswick took the top two steps of the podium in the

Ollie Leonard ’25

State Championships, the team

Giant Slalom race at Waterville

finished fourth overall in a field

Valley Ski Resort in New

that included both the large and

Hampshire. Kallman won the

with the two fastest runs of the

Connecticut, comprised of

small-school divisions.

Giant Slalom individual title

day, and Patch Leonard earned

the top 12 boys in CISL, and

the silver medal. Following close

competed at the Eastern High

behind was Ollie Leonard in fifth.

School Championships at

Cameron Shipman ’23

Co-captain Shipman and

Hampshire. There, Leonard

strength and placed in the top

finished in 10th place out of 123

20. And, in the highly-technical

racers in Giant Slalom. Brian Shipman successfully

it was Shipman who attacked

led the team in his first season

the course with confidence and

as head coach, and with such

consistency and crossed the

a young and talented team

finish line in sixth place.

returning next winter, the Bruins

Patch Leonard went on to earn himself a spot on Team

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Attitash Mountain in New

Ryan Warner also showed their

and highly-variable Slalom event,

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will look to continue their climb up the alpine ranks.

Tad Carney ’22

SQUASH

Always a Place Among Nation’s Best

Patrick Keller ’22

NLY ONE individual match

matches against New York

After a closely contested match

victory stood in the way of

Racquet and Tennis Club (7-2)

with Kent, Brunswick concluded

yet another United States

and Field Club of Greenwich

the season as the No. 2-ranked

High School Team Squash

(13–3), claiming the FAA League

team in the country.

National Championship for

tournament for the third consec-

Brunswick.

utive year since its inception

wished to congratulate and pay

The Bruins, in fact, had won

Head coach Ryan Abraham

in 2019, and

tribute to a special group of

five of the last six titles before

finishing

seniors — Tad Carney (captain),

getting this season underway

second at the

Patrick Keller (captain),

after the cancelation of last year’s

New England

normally scheduled slate of

Championships.

competition. Some of the biggest highlights

At the nationals — held at the Arlen

of the campaign were a weekend

Specter US Squash Center in

trip to Philadelphia to play

Philadelphia — Brunswick

Haverford School and Episcopal

defeated Belmont Hill (7–0),

David Beeson, Warren Klein,

Academy, competing against

St. Paul’s (7–0), and Haverford

Caleb Boateng, and Benet Polikoff

Kent (the top-ranked school in

(5–2) before gaining its 10th

— for their exceptional careers

the country) four times, winning

consecutive berth in the finals.

inside Stephens Squash Center.

Caleb Boateng ’22

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BEYOND THE BOOKS

NEWS AND NOTEWORTHY EVENTS

Middle School Chess Team Triumphs at States

HE MIDDLE SCHOOL CHESS TEAM won the 2022

Brunswick students. I was proud to represent Brunswick with

Connecticut K-12 Chess Championship in April.

them.” The Middle School Chess Club was formed last fall, and

Run by the National Scholastic Chess Foundation & the Connecticut State Chess Association, the competition drew 34 schools to Robert Ludlow Middle School in Fairfield, Conn. The boys came out on top among Connecticut

middle schools after a long day of play, with matches beginning at 9 a.m. and finishing at 6 p.m. “They stayed upbeat; they stayed focused; they were

already has about 20 members. The club meets on Tuesdays; all levels are welcome. Championship players were tri-captains Nicholas Stern ’26, Henry Graham ’26, and Miles Gillott ’26, along with Colin Dean ’28 and Becka Kvirikadze ’29. “The boys are dedicated chess players and they have been such positive contributors to the Middle School,” Pribyl said. “They inspire the younger boys to play. It fosters camaraderie

gracious with other students,” said Sarah Pribyl, team

and teamwork between the grades, and a productive

coach and eighth grade English teacher. “They were model

competitive spirit.”

Championship-winning Middle School chess teammates gathered for a photo with the trophy and their coach, English teacher Sarah Pribyl.

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Pre Schoolers received a special tour of the ambulances stationed on Edwards Campus, and took part in a Q&A with GEMS EMTs soon after their arrival to Brunswick.

’Wick Hosts GEMS During Station Upgrade

HILE ITS STATION serving northwestern Greenwich undergoes a facilities upgrade, GEMS EMTs and two ambulances

have been temporarily relocated to ’Wick’s Pre and Lower School campus. “Brunswick was happy and eager to answer the GEMS need for temporary support,” Head of School Thomas W. Philip said. Ambulances are parked in two specially designated spaces outside the Mehra Natatorium on Edwards Campus at 1252 King Street. The ambulances will answer calls by exiting onto King Street through the North Gate and returning through the South Gate.

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Upper Schooler Earns Perfect Score

YAN KULSAKDINUM ’23 earned a perfect score of five on the May 2021 AP Computer Science Principles Exam, becoming one of only 335 students — amounting to just 0.29% of 2021 AP

Computer Science Principles Exam takers — from around the world to earn every point possible on this challenging, collegelevel examination. “Ryan’s strength lies in his ability in

Deep Dive into Earth’s Stories

precision-thinking, and strong logical skills in analyzing and unravelling complex algorithms,” said AP Computer Science teacher Poonam Gupta. “With very little fanfare, he will steadily work through a problem, using a variety of conceptual strategies until he almost invariably arrives at the solution. Being such a creative independent thinker has clearly made Ryan an excellent problem-solver. “It is these qualities that helped him produce a flawless result on the AP Computer Science Principles exam!”

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In March, Upper School students in Oliver Bierman-Lytle’s Environmental Science and Sustainability visited New York City’s Arcadia Earth — an environmental storytelling platform of immersive experiences designed to inform, inspire, and activate our community to positively impact our planet.

BEYOND the BOOKS

Math Team Earns First-Place Finish in League

HE BRUNSWICK MATH team earned the top slot in this year’s Fairfield County Math League competition, its first such win since 2004. The victory comes after a six-match season among 30

public and private schools. The team placed a close second

at the sixth and last match of the season on March 2, earning 84 points as compared to Greenwich High School’s 87. The strong performance placed the team first in the league for the year, with Brunswick earning 404 points as compared to Greenwich High School’s 389. Additionally, Andrew Tu ’24 placed second among sophomores in the county for the year, and William Ewald ’23 placed fifth among juniors. Joining Tu and Ewald on Brunswick’s A team for Match 6 were Ajay Bagaria ’24, Thomas Ewald ’24, Robert Ulmer ’24, and Seth Yoo ’22.

Horizons Salutes First Graduating Class

ORIZONS at Brunswick School

to Horizons at Brunswick School,”

celebrated its first graduating

Ho Barnum said.

class in a ceremony held in August. Nine eighth-grade

“You have grown individually and collectively. You each have

students with 66 years of cumulative

taken the opportunity to invest

experience in the program were recog-

in yourselves academically and

nized by their teachers and Marianne

socially. We encourage you to

Ho Barnum, executive director of

continue to take opportunities that

serving low-income Greenwich public

Horizons at Brunswick.

will provide you with new resources and

school boys, seeks to improve educa-

open up new worlds.”

tional outcomes over nine years, in

“Today is a day of celebration — a day to celebrate the efforts of nine young men and the commitment they’ve made

Horizons at Brunswick School, an academic and enrichment program

grades K through 8, by reducing the achievement gap.

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CLASSNOTES COMPILED BY MIKE KENNEDY ’99

For Alumni, Career Resources for a Lifetime Brunswick Career Center: Five years in, a vast array of ’Wick alumni and parents are gladly volunteering their expertise and mentorship to Brunswick alumni as they launch and manage their careers. By Katherine Ogden

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AYS B E FO R E G R A D UATIN G

tools and resources for the decidedly distinct

from Brunswick School back in 2018,

endeavor of finding meaningful work.

young Caleb Osembor, then 18, was

The result is his first job: Osembor accepted

selected as a No. 1 teen-to-watch by

an offer to serve as a private equity analyst at

his hometown monthly, Stamford Magazine. Featured as a “Dream Teen” in the magazine’s

L Catterton in Greenwich. He is thrilled to return to his old stomping grounds in

annual homage to teen talent, Caleb told the

Connecticut, and he credits the invaluable help

magazine that his career goal, at that time,

of Director of Career Service Paige Montinaro

was to combine his education with his love for

(P ’15, ’18) and a Career Center Panel that

filmmaking to one day lead a major production

included Scott A. Dahnke (P ’17, ’19, ’26) for

or entertainment company.

helping him find his way.

Today, Caleb is on the verge of collecting a

“Every step of the way, Mrs. Montinaro

hard-earned degree from Georgetown University,

was available,” Osembor said. “She was really

and will shortly be testing out his dreams in the

invested in helping me.”

new world of work and adulthood. As he began

Five years after its inception, the Brunswick

to contemplate his future beyond school, Caleb

Career Center has become a hive of activity for

found it was Brunswick, and specifically the

alumni of all ages, not just for 20-somethings

Brunswick Career Center, where he found the

beginning their careers but also those who might

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The Brunswick Career Center — under the direction of Paige Montinaro P ’15, ’18 (below) and with the mentorships of alumni including Jimmy Ritman ’94 (left) — has been hosting Career Day each spring, most recently in April, as every student in the senior class visits an industry of his choice to learn more about the professional world.

find themselves embarking on new adventures in

himself, Ritman often found himself

the middle of their careers or beyond.

dreaming up ways to keep former

The Center is, though, a special resource for recent college graduates in particular, a group

students connected to his beloved alma mater. “Even before there was an official career

whose path to a career of meaning and purpose

center, I was involved with the career center!”

— not to mention paying the bills — is often laden

Ritman mused. “Organically, this was happening.

with a bit of trial and error, with new learning

Mentoring is a really amazing way to connect

about how to communicate with employers, and

people to the school — through the ability to help

with a growing awareness about what it means to

people with an internship or an interview.

spend your days in a particular line of work. The Center makes all this learning possible, with scores of alumni and parents who are happy to offer their time and insight. “In many cases, these conversations have been life-changing for some of these boys, in the

for the next step. What are you going to do in life? “The more we can connect people, the better,” he said. “To me, it’s second nature. This is what you are supposed to do.”

out applications for summer internships,

but didn’t have a clear picture of what he wanted to do. It was the Brunswick Career Center, he said, that provided the most help as he learned how best to communicate with potential employers and narrowed down his interests. Montinaro also connected Kamer with fellow alumnus Yousef Hindy ’15, who had similar experiences. “We had a really helpful conversation,” Kamer said. “Overall, the Career Center and Mrs. Montinaro helped me a ton last fall.” Another to use the Career Center resources

Ritman points to a retinue of Brunswick alumni

is Reed McMurchy ’15, a 2019 Harvard graduate.

who have passed through his company, all launched

McMurchy started his career in consulting, but

into careers of their own: Charles Russell ’18,

after two years, he found it was not the right

EY AMONG THE MENTORS has been

George Pierce ’13, Ryan Amill ’14, Jason Kennedy ’16,

fit. He landed in investment banking at Morgan

Jimmy Ritman ’94, executive vice presi-

Clark Davis ’18, Paul Gojkovich ’01, James

Stanley, and credits the network enabled by the

dent and managing director at Newmark,

Coffin ’02, Dixon Mallory ’08, and Evan Bailey ’04.

Brunswick Career Center.

sense of learning about different career paths,” Montinaro said. “They are talking to real people.”

“Brunswick is not just prep for college, but prep

EADING INTO his junior year at Harvard last year, Gordon Kamer ’18 began sending

in Stamford. Since his time as a member of the

Five actually took jobs at Newmark. “Brunswick

“The ’Wick Career Center was more helpful than

Young Alumni Council, Ritman has been devoted to

alumni fit right in and make an impact,” he said.

the one at Harvard,” McMurchy said. “Brunswick did

mentoring Brunswick students and young alumni.

“It shows how great Brunswick students are: well

everything in its power to connect me, and followed

In those early days as a freshly minted alumnus

rounded, hard-working, decent human beings.”

the process through from beginning to end.”

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FOR SOMEONE JUST STARTING A CAREER, THESE ARE AMAZING OPPORTUNITIES. IF YOU CAN FIND YOUR WAY INTO ONE OF THESE SEATS, YOU WILL WORK HARD, AND YOU ARE NOT GOING TO REGRET IT. – ERIC WISE P ’18

UT WILLIAM SINCLAIR ’03 in the category of Career Center resource. Sinclair has worked at J.P. Morgan for 15 years,

and he currently serves as managing director and the head of the Financial Institutions Group. He serves on the Brunswick Alumni Development Council, and on the board of the Wake Forest University School of Business. Sinclair works closely with the Career Center to host “Career Trek” events for current students — in this case, inviting Brunswick students interested in financial services to his Manhattan office, or in the past couple years to meetings over Zoom. “I’m looking forward to getting back in person!” he said. “I am also always happy to speak to

the success of the Career Center. One father who

students directly.” Co-hosting one of those Career

is happy to be part of the constellation of exper-

Treks with Sinclair in recent years were former

tise is Ed O’Reilly (P ’23, ’25), senior managing

trustee Carlos Hernandez (P ’18) and Jamie Lee ’02.

director and global head of the Client and Partner

Lee worked at J.P. Morgan until 2021, after serving in various roles at Goldman Sachs and

Career Day sites and treks over the years have included many different industries: wealth management, sports, real estate, private equity, data science, arts, technology, start-ups, medicine, law, media, and consulting.

Group at Citadel. “What’s remarkable about this Brunswick

helped them find jobs, and offered career advice,”

said. “It’s our obligation to share our knowledge

Lee said. “Why do I do this? It’s because I would not

with students and alumni.”

of Brunswick students and young alumni in 2017,

Coatue Management. He has since become a

community is we have mothers and fathers with

managing partner at Tamarack Global.

terrific educational backgrounds, people who built

“I’ve hired lots of Brunswick interns over the years,

companies and lives all over the world,” O’Reilly

NOTHER PARENT who serves as a resource is Eric Wise (P ’18), managing director of capital markets at RBC

Capital Markets. Wise first tapped into the talent

be where I am today if it weren’t for Brunswick. The

O’Reilly suggested that the work of landing the

school gave me the framework, structure, principles,

right people into the right career paths strengthens

as part of a Wall Street Trek organized by the

and values I needed to learn. I love Brunswick with all

not just Brunswick, but also the nation. “It’s

Career Center.

my heart. It’s given me so much.”

wonderful for our school, for our country,” he said.

Brunswick parents also form an important component of the network of people who make up

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when a group of Brunswick boys visited his office

“Oftentimes, I’ll get a call from the Career

“We need leadership in all kinds of business, in

Center about a young man looking to do some-

politics, in science. We need all kinds of people.”

thing in finance,” he said. “I always meet with him.

CLASSNOTES

If the Career Center puts its support behind an

Berger ’17. “I like to help,” Wise said. “I

individual, to me, that sends a message.”

think the kids are super talented. They are

Wise said part of what he provides is an expla-

trying to figure it out. If I can expose them

nation of the internship and investment banking

to finance in a significant way, that’s what I

training programs that are available in his industry.

ought to be doing. I think what Brunswick

are graduating in the Class of 2022. These parents

is doing is incredible,” he said, “building up a

are raising funds to endow the directorship of the

amazing opportunities,” he said. “If you can find

network of people willing to get involved when

Career Center through a class gift. Their generosity

your way into one of these seats, you will work

students are looking for advice. The bigger the

will secure the Brunswick Career Center in perpe-

hard, and you are not going to regret it.”

network, the higher the chance of success.”

tuity, a permanent resource to Brunswick alumni

“For someone just starting a career, these are

Recent Brunswick alumni hired into roles at RBC Capital were Santiago Riera ’17 and Garrett

This year, the Career Center is also enjoying the support of a large group of parents whose boys

as they start and manage their careers during the course of a lifetime.

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CLASSNOTES

1944

the family mining and real estate

Russell P. Seversen passed away on

mining companies in California for 17

March 25, 2022. He was Brunswick’s

years and had to learn as a licensed

oldest living alumnus. As quoted in

commercial real estate broker how

a 2010 issue of Times of Brunswick,

to manage commercial property

Russ said, “Annual tuition was $500,

and corporate securities. Sixth-

and there were six students in my

generation family companies are rare.

graduating year.” See photo 01.

business, so I ran one of the oldest

“My hobbies include running an

NFL football pool, stamp collecting,

1952

and rotary volunteer work. I repre-

Peter Bell reports that his final

small business on the State Chamber

educational degree was a Ph.D. in

Tax Committee as I had to learn

geophysics from Harvard, and he

about taxes to keep more of the

still thinks back on the Brunswick

money I was making. Running a local

motto of “With all thy getting, get

chamber small-business committee

understanding.” Peter is now retired

was fun and reminded me of seminars

and lives in West Palm Beach, Fla.,

I enjoyed while teaching.”

01 Russell P. Seversen ’44, Brunswick’s oldest living alumnus, passed away on March 25, 2022.

sented State Chamber of Commerce

02 Peter Bell ’52 and his wife, Penelope, are enjoying retirement in West Palm Beach, Fla. 03 Chip Kirschenbaum ’76 died in March 2021 after a short illness. He was fondly remembered by classmates Tom Andrea ’76 and Mark Engebretson ’76. 04 The late Linc Wonham ’83 (center) enjoyed a ballgame at Wrigley Field in 1995 with Brunswick classmates John Salerno ’83 (left) and Matt Silverman ’83.

with his wife, Penelope. See photo 02. Ralph Risley also wrote in: “In the

1955

Spring 2021 Times of Brunswick, Tom

Henry Alker provided the following

the rules.” This is also mirrored in

life update: “Following four years at

the school motto, “Courage, Honor,

Oberlin and majoring in philosophy, I

Truth.” This has been the compass

was a graduate student at Magdalen

for my entire life since Brunswick.

Philip reflected, “Respect and follow

College in Oxford. I also earned my

“After graduating, my educa-

Ph.D. in personality psychology at

tion focused on geology because

University of California, Berkeley,

it involved travel, adventure, and

and spent two years at Princeton in a

freedom. I obtained a Bachelors

federally funded post-doc under staff

from Columbia and a Masters from

at the University. I spent the next 11

the University of Wyoming. From

years at Cornell, originally hired for

there my first job was in the Permian

an advanced personality position and

Basin based out of Liberal, Kan.

subsequently hired in sociology and

Life there was a rude awakening for

on business in Boulder, Colo. We

died in March 2021 near his home

graduate faculty of government as

me. Upon reflection, I realized that

were married in 1962. We have three

in Naples, Fla., after a short illness.

my developing interest and course

I needed a broader career challenge

boys and six grandchildren. We have

He was 63 years old. Chip is fondly

in political psychology was noted.

that would force me to expand my

owned 13 houses in nine locations

remembered and deeply missed by

My most noted research production

base. I considered getting an MBA

and 15 RVs with which to explore

his many friends in Florida; New

concerned lie detection in United

and applied to Harvard, Stanford,

wherever the road takes us. We have

Hampshire, where he spent every

States presidents making historically

and Wharton — with preference

lived in Tucson, Ariz., since 2004.

summer; Connecticut; and else-

important decisions.

in that order. I got into Wharton,

“I got into oil and gas development through federal lease

stimulating further review. “I eventually concluded that

“In 1961, I met my soulmate while

“For the moment, this is it. The future will play out over the next 20 years. “In closing, remember: Courage,

Charles “Chip” Kirschenbaum. Chip

where. See photo 03.

1983

lottery, which I evaluated statically,

rather than having three degrees and

and made money. My family was

no working experience at 27, I would

surprised that academic skills could

be better off joining a major corpo-

do such a thing! I held positions

ration. This took me into alternative

over time in 29 different states,

energy start-ups. I co-founded a

1976

with Utah and Colorado yielding

geothermal development company

Tom Andrea and Mark Engebretson

Salerno at Wrigley Field in Chicago in

mostly natural gas production.

that eventually went public and was

announced the passing of their

1995. See photo 04 and turn to page 79

“My family asked me to run

purchased by Berkshire Hathaway.

fellow classmate and beloved friend,

for Matt’s full tribute to Linc.

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Honor, Truth.”

Matt Silverman and Alex Williams shared sad news about death of classmate Linc Wonham. Matt provided a photo of Linc with him and John

CLASSNOTES

05 Joseph Nemec ’87 has been a managing director at Morgan Stanley for the last five years.

06 It still fits! Clarke Rogers ’88

sports his ’Wick state championship jacket from varsity wrestling in 1985. 07 Janne Kouri ’93 made the trek down Maher Avenue to the delight of ’Wick students and faculty as part of his “Ride for Paralysis.”

19-year-old daughters, Jan and Libby,

way to his alma mater, Georgetown

are currently sophomores studying

University. See photo 07.

criminal justice and emergency disaster management at Western 08

08 Greg Oshins ’96 (left) and

Geoff Lazlo ’96 aren’t just close friends anymore — they’re now the owners of The Country Table in Glenville.

09 Noah (left) and Jordan — sons of

Josyl Barchue ’00 — already appear to have a strong brotherly bond.

Carolina University. After more than 27 years serving

opened a new sandwich shop —

Clarke is finally hanging up the

The Country Table — in Glenville

uniform and retiring, with his retire-

in January. Stop by for a visit and

ment set for May 1, 2022. He is very

gourmet, family-friendly fare!

much looking forward to the next

See photo 08.

ment, adventure, and travel that retirement will bring! See photo 06.

1989

1987

1997 Jason Ienner married Mariah Strongin on March 19, 2022, at Rosewood Baha Mar in The

Edmund Randolph Noonan Jr.

Bahamas. Fellow 1997 graduates

and his sisters — Kathleen Noonan

Iain Sievwright and Steve Clark

Liebson (GA ’78), Tamara Noonan

were in attendance. Photos were not

Collins (GA ’80) and Laura Noonan

available at press time — check back

Ford (GA ’83) — wished to pass

in the next issue!

along news of their father’s passing.

Geoff Lazlo and Greg Oshins

the U.S. Army and this great country,

chapter of his life and all the excite-

10 Baker, the son of David Maloney ’01, sleeps like a baby — surely to the delight of dad!

1996

Stanley, and is currently Managing

Edmund Randolph Noonan died on

Director and Head of Cyber,

September 28, 2021. He was also

2000

Technology, and Information

the father-in-law of Christopher

Josyl Barchue and his wife, Heather,

Security Risk Management for

Ford ’81.

welcomed a baby boy, Jordan Lucas,

Morgan’s U.S. Banks. See photo 05.

1993

on February 10, 2022. A blessed addition, Jordan joins sisters Charlotte

Joseph Nemec left the National

1988

Janne Kouri stopped at Brunswick

Noah (3) and Jude (deceased) in the

Security Agency in 2015 and

Clarke Rogers married Jill Tyler

on his tour from Boston to

family. See photo 09.

returned to the private sector

Rogers and the two celebrated their

Washington, D.C., as part of his

after 14 years of serving the U.S.

one-year anniversary in St. Thomas,

“Ride for Paralysis” to raise funds

Intelligence Community as both

where they went scuba diving and

and awareness for his nonprofit,

2001

a contractor and government

snorkeling, explored the surrounding

Next Step. Janne covered 60 miles

David Maloney and his wife, Ashley,

employee. For the past five years,

islands, and just relaxed on the

a day in his mechanized wheelchair

announced the birth of Baker Gibson

he has been working for Morgan

beaches and at the pool. Their twin

and specialized three-wheeler on his

on June 22, 2021. See photo 10.

(14) and Phoebe (12) and brothers

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David Sawyer and his wife, Kari, welcomed a baby girl, Bennett Lucille, on January 21, 2022. See photo 11. David W. J. (Bunker) West has joined Traub Capital as a managing director in New York, where he will focus on generating new investment opportunities, executing transactions, and portfolio company oversight. The West family is all in agreement that his path started at Brunswick, where he received an exemplary education that allowed him to take the next steps. That, they said, goes along with the character-building focus of Brunswick School.

2002 Will Broadbent, co-portfolio manager of the BlackRock Innovation and Growth Trust (BIGZ), a closed-end fund launched in March 2021 that invests in innovative public and private growth companies, rang the bell at the New York Stock Exchange in April 2021. Will has been at BlackRock since 2014 and co-manages growth focused equity investment products. See photo 12.

2003 A bench and plaque in memory of Ricky Bellinger was placed in front of the Bruin statue on Brunswick’s Middle School Campus. The plaque was donated by Ricky’s mother, Rosemary Bellinger, and employer, D.A. Davidson and Co., and a contribution was also made to Brunswick’s Health and Wellness initiative. See photo 13.

2004 Dan Maloney and his wife, Meghan, had their first child, Ella Grace, on

April 3, 2021. See photo 14.

11 David Sawyer ’01 sure looks like one happy dad with his new baby girl, Bennett, by his side.

2006

12 Will Broadbent ’02 (far left) rang the bell at the NYSE in April 2021.

William Dyke married Kathleen Godbold at San Pedro Chapel in

13 Ricky Bellinger ’03 was honored with a plaque and bench in front of the Bruin on the Middle School Campus.

Islamorada, Fla., on November 13, 2021. See photo 15.

2007

14 Looks like a nice day for a boat ride for baby Ella, daughter of Dan Maloney ’04.

Jose Fabre shared two pieces of exciting news: He married Michele 16

Capocci on August 29, 2020, and they celebrated their reception at

16 Jose Fabre ’07 wed Michele Capocci in August 2020, and the newlyweds drove off in style.

the Westchester Country Club. They welcomed their first child, Sebastian, on September 13, 2021. Jose works at

17 The Fabres welcomed Sebastian in September 2021.

Man Group as a senior data strategist. See photos 16 and 17. 17

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15 What triumphant newlyweds: William Dyke ’06 and Kathleen Godbold!

CLASSNOTES

2008

garden in Riverside. Thomas’ sister,

Brothers John Eric and Conrad

ated. See photo 20.

Oberbeck ’11 created functional beverage Hangobi in the spring of 2022 in the pursuit of building a

Christina Rokholt (GA ’12), offici-

2013

convenient and enjoyable source of

Gabriel Paternina and his wife,

nutrition to manage the daily chaos

Maria Fuertes, welcomed their son,

of academics, athletics, and social

Luis, on April 13, 2022. See photo 21.

activity. With five core beneficial plant-based “special ingredient” to

2015

accentuate the “need state” of each

Chris Lucey sent in an exciting

flavor, Hangobi welds together the

update last summer: “Several weeks

experience of a healthy and delicious

ago, my first-ever Emmy Award

soft drink with the nutritional bene-

arrived in the mail! I worked for MLB

fits of a daily multivitamin. Enjoy

Network for two years out of college

cases today at www.hangobi.

and won the award as a part of the

com and follow the new company on

studio production team for our show

social @hang.obi! See photo 18.

MLB Tonight. We got the award for

plant-based ingredients and a sixth

our work in 2019. I moved on from Nick Philip and his wife, Hayley,

MLB to take a role as a production

who works in Brunswick’s

assistant at NBC Sports in their

Development Office, welcomed

Golf Channel division, but with hard

their daughter, Belden Crawford, on

work, I hope to keep representing

December 18, 2021. The Philips are

Brunswick well here.” See photo 22.

overjoyed with the new addition to their family. See photo 19.

2010

Senen Ubina also wrote in October 2021 with an update: “I’m currently forward deployed as an infantry rifle platoon commander

Thomas Rokholt married Neha

with 2d Battalion 8th Marines

Srivastava on June 13, 2021, in a

in Asia. My current mission sets

small ceremony in his parents’

are Chinese deterrence ops and

22 18 It’s all in the family: Co-founders John Eric ’08 and Conrad Oberbeck ’11 have the support of their brothers, Christian ’07 and August, in their new beverage venture. 19 All smiles for baby Belden, the daughter of Nick ’08 and Hayley Philip. 20 It was a garden party at the wedding of Thomas Rokholt ’10 and Neha Srivastava. 21 Now that is one proud father: Gabriel Paternina ’13 and his son, Luis.

DEFODI IMAGES / GET T Y IMAGES

OLYMPIAN FOR THE RED, WHITE & BLUE CLASS OF ’17 Strauss Mann donned the Red, White, and Blue while representing the United States on the Men’s Olympic Hockey Team in Beijing in February. After a standout career at Brunswick and University of Michigan, Strauss played this past season for the Skellefteå AIK of the Swedish Hockey League. And, if things couldn’t get any better, Strauss signed an NHL contract with the San Jose Sharks just a few weeks ago!

22 How’s that for some hardware: Chris Lucey ’15 took home an Emmy Award. 23 Senen Ubina ’15 is now a 1stLt in the United States Marine Corps. 23

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CHAMPS GARNER SOCCER CUP CLASS OF ’19 AND ’20 James Sands ’19 and Andres Jasson ’20 took home the Major League Soccer Cup with the New York City Football Club in December 2021, showing that once a Bruin, always a Bruin.

24 Baby Layton, son of Zach Dobbs ’06,

holds on tight to his newest friend.

FACULTY AND STAFF NOTES

Donohue, welcomed Issa Rafaela on July 1, 2021 (and she was born in the back of their car). See photo 27.

Director of Alumni Relations Zach

25 Pretty in pink (and blue and white!): Baby Abigail, the daughter of Jon Kaptcianos.

Dobbs ’06 and his wife, Kelsey,

26 Baby Adam, son of Nick Salazar, poses

Pre and Lower School Counselor

welcomed a baby boy, Layton Louis,

Joey Zannino ’03 and his wife, Paige

on July 14, 2021. See photo 24.

Pedersen (GA ’06), added another

for the camera.

boy, Christopher Peer, to their young

27 Baby Issa, daughter of Emmanuel

Saldana, appears comfortable anywhere — including the kitchen floor! 28 Wide-eyed Christopher, son of Joey

Joe Fowler, father of Upper School

family on January 13, 2022. He joins

science teacher Tim Fowler and

his older brother, Tommy (2).

himself a long-time colleague and

See photo 28.

friend of many at Brunswick, died

Zannino ’03

To read the full obituary, turn to

IN MEMORIAM

page 77.

Alan “Lanny” Bolte ’62, 75, of Santa

after a long illness on May 22, 2021.

bilateral training of U.S. allies. I’ve

the hardest live fire ranges in the

been all over the place, primarily

U.S. military from March-April.

Monica, Calif., died on January 6, Upper School Dean of Student Life

2020, due to complications from cancer.

working with Japanese forces in

“I also had the opportunity to

Jon Kaptcianos and his wife, Gisele,

the Okinawa jungle and Mount

be the ground tactical commander

welcomed Abigail Grace on October

Fuji. I’ll be out here until February

for a series of airborne raids with

15, 2021. See photo 25.

2022 before returning to Camp

an Army Blackhawk squadron.

Lejeune, N.C., to prepare for my

Prior to deployment, I was asked

Upper School Classics teacher

spent his early career in advertising

next deployment.

to do a mountain leadership and

Nick Salazar and his wife, Susie,

and publishing. He created many

“Since leaving Quantico in

Alan lived his early life in Connecticut and was educated at the University of Pittsburgh. He

tactics course with a bunch of

announced the birth of Adam Jude

television and video shows primarily

June 2020, I took command of my

special forces dudes in the Eastern

Benedict on Thursday, October 28.

related to his love for vintage cars

platoon and have been all over the

Sierras. We did advanced rock

This is baby No. 12 for the Salazars!

and automobile racing. An avid

United States for training. We’ve

climbs, rappelling, and ice climbing.

See photo 26.

racer himself, he was also a prolific

executed plenty of urban warfare

We even had the opportunity to

and open live fire training ops in

summit Mount Shasta.

Camp Lejeune, and spent seven weeks in the Mojave Desert doing

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“Hope all is well around ’Wick.” See photo 23.

writer, speaker, and public address Emmanuel Saldana, associate

announcer for many automobile

director of diversity, equity, inclu-

events, including the Vintage Auto

sion, & belonging, and his wife, Carol

Racing Association, for many years.

CLASSNOTES

He also judged many car shows

dances with the sister school.

and concourse events throughout

He headed to Montana for

University, he and family returned

in Japan while Byrne served as a

to Walden, where he assumed

flight surgeon. After his discharge

the Southland. He was always willing

college and never looked back. In

leadership of Walden Insuring

from the Air Force, he resumed

to share his knowledge and great wit

college, he continued in athletics

Agency from his father. He earned

his medical training in Cleveland,

in almost all conversations on every

until sustaining knee injuries.

an M.S. in Physics from the State

completing a residency in obstetrics/

subject from cars, boats, food, trav-

Bob took one year off of college

University of New York, New Paltz,

gynecology. He eventually settled in

eling, and the good life in general.

and worked in the oil fields and

and worked toward a Ph.D. in

Tampa in 1964, joining the OB/GYN

He is survived by his sisters,

construction in Glendive, Mont.

Physics from New York University.

practice of Drs. Ingram, Withers,

After one year as a laborer, he

The business was sold in 1985

and Qualey, later expanded with

returned to RMC where he met

and he enjoyed a second career

Drs. McCammon, Yelverton, and

Robert “Bob” Eugene Dolderer ’61

Carolyn, a farm girl, and soon

teaching physics at Brunswick.

Lerner. During his 36-year career, he

— loving husband, father, brother,

married the farmer’s daughter.

Bonnie and Brenda.

and grandfather — died at the age of 78 on April 9, 2021. Bob was born on March 22, 1943,

Bob and Carolyn were married almost 55 years, and shared a love

In retirement, he moved to White Lake, N.Y. He was a member of the Walden

provided care to women and delivered thousands of Tampa’s babies. He was dedicated to the improve-

for gardening, travel, and family

Reformed Church, the Bethel

ment of patient care, serving on

in Brooklyn, N.Y. He grew up in

fun. As a sports enthusiast, he

Presbyterian Church, the Walden

numerous hospital committees at

Greenwich. Bob attended Rocky

continued his involvement with

Rotary Club, the Bethel Lyons Club,

St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital and

Mountain College between the

many athletics in Great Falls. Bob

the Josephine-Louise Public Library

was an associate professor at USF

years 1961–1966, where he earned

was on the Club Cigar softball team,

Board, the Ethelbert B. Crawford

Medical School. He also volunteered

his teaching degree. He married

bowled in an Elks Club league,

Public Library Board, and Board of

his time at the Judeo-Christian

Carolyn Barrett in June 1966 and

played racquetball, and spent more

the Delaware Highlands Land Trust,

Health Clinic and vigorously

took his first teaching job for Great

than 50 years golfing many beautiful

among many other public service

supported its mission.

Falls Public Schools. Bob taught

courses throughout the U.S. Bob

commitments.

at Meadowlark Elementary for 19

continued his outdoor adventures,

years, and taught middle school

hunting, camping, fishing, rafting,

nearly 67 years, Bernice; daughter,

competed in crew during college,

math for 15 years at both North and

canoeing, and paddle boarding

Aleta (David); son, Nicholas

he rediscovered rowing later in

East Middle Schools. His reputa-

Montana waterways throughout the

(Sheila); daughter, Jane (Denise);

life through the Tampa Rowing

tion as a tough, yet stellar educator

rest of his life.

and son, Timothy (Suzanne);

Club. He enjoyed rowing on the

Bob was funny, kind, smart,

grandchildren, Laura (Nicholas),

Hillsborough River and in Tampa Bay

active, generous, and enjoyed

Mary (Sean), Garrett, and Eli ’19;

and competed in numerous rowing

topping his “girls” at cribbage and

and great-grandchildren, Madelyn,

regattas. He was an enthusiastic

coached various levels of basketball

gin rummy. He proudly shared

Andrew, Danielle, and Kylie.

sailor and always enjoyed being on

and football throughout his career

his wealth of knowledge and

and was the head golf coach for

humor with his daughters and

Dr. Byrne Richard Marston ’47 died

Great Falls High School. Bob and

granddaughters.

peacefully on January 29, 2022. He

resonates still throughout the Great Falls community. In addition to teaching, he

Carolyn farmed in Chester, Mont.,

Bob was preceded in death by

Survivors include his wife of

Byrne had numerous interests outside of medicine. Having

or near the water, particularly in Tampa and on Cape Cod. An avid artist throughout his

was born in New York City in 1931 to

life, Byrne enjoyed workshops with

for more than 40 years. They raised

his parents, Leon and Blanche

William Moulton Marston and Olive

noted artists and honed his craft

two daughters, Pam and Stacy, and

Dolderer. He is survived by his

Byrne Richard. He grew up in Rye,

of plein air painting, capturing the

enjoyed seven granddaughters,

wife, Carolyn; two children, Pam

N.Y., and attended Brunswick, then

light and landscapes of Florida, Cape

Brenna, Morgan, Jaida, Kyndra,

(Dan) Gabriel and Stacy (Tony)

Harvard University, where he earned

Cod, and France. His watercolor and

Sydney, Avery, and Amelia.

Dolderer; brother, Gary; seven

a Bachelor’s in psychology in 1951.

oil paintings have been exhibited in

Early on, Bob developed a

granddaughters, Brenna, Morgan,

deep love and respect for the

Jaida, Kyndra, Sydney, Avery, and

at University of Virginia in 1955

outdoors during his summers at

Amelia; and his dog, Shadrach.

and moved to Cleveland to start an

Camp Mohican, in the southern

He completed his medical degree

galleries in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Cape Cod. Byrne was dedicated to his family

internship at Case Western Reserve

as well as his patients. He was

Adirondack Mountains. There he

Joseph M. Fowler of White Lake,

University Hospitals. That year, he

known for his humility, dry wit, and

learned marksmanship, archery,

N.Y., formerly of Walden, died on

met and later married the love of

his ability to listen with curiosity

wilderness survival, camp cooking,

May 22, 2021, at home surrounded

his life, Audrey, of Beaver, Pa., to

and empathy. He was a mentor

fishing, and navigating waterways.

by family. He was 88.

whom he was married for more than

to many, a friend and a counselor

65 years. They raised four children;

whose advice was thoughtfully dispensed. Above all, he had the

At Brunswick, he was the basket-

The son of the late C. Fred Fowler

ball and baseball team captain and

and Ethel Clineman Fowler, he was

John, William, Edward, and Virginia.

quarterback for the football team.

born June 19, 1932, in Goshen, N.Y.

After completing his internship,

His daughters loved hearing stories

After attending Hope College

about debutante parties and

(B.S. Physics) and Louisiana State

Byrne entered the Air Force, and the newlyweds were stationed

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four children, John (Catherine),

her family. After the birth of her

from complications from cancer.

force housing in the New York

William (Laurie), Edward (Beate),

third child, she moved to Greenwich,

He attended Brunswick before

metropolitan area.

Virginia Justicz (Dan); and seven

where she expanded her magnetic

graduating from Phillips Exeter

grandchildren, Bette Canter (Brian),

presence and gift of entertaining.

Academy in 1962, and tried to

of clubs, including the Owl Club

Byrne Marston (Lauren), Thompson

She served on Brunswick’s Board of

follow this ethic throughout his life:

at Harvard; The Harvard Club of

Marston, Rachel Marston, Ted Justicz,

Trustees from 1996 to 2005.

Non sibi (not for self).

New York City; the Somerset Club,

Helena Justicz, and Caroline Justicz.

Nell spearheaded and chaired

Stuart was born August 22, 1944,

Stuart was active in a number

Boston; the Metropolitan Club,

many events throughout the

in New York City, to Kenneth Ray, a

New York; the Tarratine Club,

Nell Duncan Wall Otto was born

years in Greenwich, as well as in

lawyer and chemical engineer, and

Dark Harbor, Maine; the Lyford

on October 6, 1951, the cherished

Nantucket and Palm Beach. She

Deborah Ray, a model and, in later

Cay Club, Nassau; and the Jupiter

daughter of May Howard Wall and

dazzled everyone with her atten-

years, a college professor. He grew

Island Club, Fla.

Edwin Craig Wall, in Conway, S.C.

tion to detail and infused all of her

up in Greenwich. In 1965, upon his

In addition to his spouse, Robin,

She lost her valiant battle with

events with her sense of fun. Nell

graduation from Harvard College,

he leaves a sister, Eloise Ray Johnson;

cancer surrounded by family on

could turn any ordinary occasion

he joined the U.S. Army, serving as

two children, Christie and Oliver;

November 3, 2021.

into a magical experience. She had

an intelligence officer first in Europe,

and three grandchildren, Buzby and

a gift of disarming anyone around

then Vietnam, where he earned a

Huxley Robb and Olivia Ray.

46 years, John Francis Otto, Jr. ’66

her by dropping an “off color”

Bronze Star.

of Greenwich, twin daughters Blair

remark or story at exactly the right

Otto Bijou (Craig) and Sarah Otto

moment or making a joke at her

he entered Harvard Business

husband, father of two, and grandfa-

Kohart (Brett), both of Darien, and

own expense. Her self-deprecation

School, and received an MBA in

ther of three, died peacefully at age

son John (Jay) Russell Otto ’05 of

was as outrageous and joyful as her

1970. That same year he married

95 on February 6, 2022.

New York City; grandchildren Maisie

competitiveness was spirited and

Robin Tompkins. After gradua-

and Armstrong Bijou, Campbell and

contagious, with no one enjoying her

tion, Stuart worked as a securities

1927, in Yonkers, N.Y., to then-

Nell Kohart; her sister, Harriet Wall

own foibles more than Nell herself!

analyst at State Street Research and

British citizens Richard and Lydia

Martin (D.G.) of Chapel Hill, N.C.;

She was especially accomplished

Management Company, Boston,

Webb. Dick attended high school at

sisters-in-law Suzie Otto and Diane

at writing and delivering witty,

until 1977. He then moved to

Brunswick School and went on to

Otto and Karen Otto of Greenwich,

commemorative poems and toasts.

Washington, D.C., where he joined

graduate from Duke University in

President Carter’s newly formed

1949 with a B.A. in political science.

Department of Energy.

On January 16, 1954, he married

She is survived by her husband of

plus numerous adoring nieces and

She was an expert at entertaining

nephews, all entertained and buoyed

and party favors, sophisticated in

by her vibrant and loving pres-

her décor style, nearly encyclopedic

ence. Nell was predeceased by her

After he returned from Vietnam,

Richard D. “Dick” Webb ’46, loving

Dick was born on January 15,

The family moved again in

Anne Braitmayer. They began their

in her knowledge of books and

1980 to Nassau in the Bahamas,

married life sharing time between

brother, Edwin Craig Wall, Jr.; and

grammar and a virtual authority on

where Stuart headed the YOM Oil

Greenwich and Southern Pines,

her sister, May Ervin Wall. Nell also

bridge. She shared her knowledge

Company. In 1982, the family moved

N.C. They began summering in

was devoted to her longtime aide,

of bridge through teaching and

to Manhattan, where Stuart became

Marion, Mass., in the mid 1960s.

Luz, a devoted caregiver and friend.

tournament play complete with an

a founding member of James D.

After retirement, Marion replaced

admirable accumulation of Master

Wolfensohn Incorporated, a newly

Greenwich, and eventually became

Conway and on the beach in South

points. Her extensive roster of “best

formed investment banking firm.

their only residence. They were

Carolina, Nell went on to grad-

friends” will miss her expertise and

In 1996, Wolfensohn merged with

together until Anne passed away on

uate Summa Cum Laude/Phi Beta

advice on all things and will treasure

Banker’s Trust, and Stuart moved

October 6, 2021.

Kappa from the University of North

her memory for years to come.

to Houston, Texas, to manage that

After an idyllic childhood in

Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she

company’s Houston Office.

After college, Dick went to work for his father in the New York offices

was also president of Delta Delta

Stuart Wing Ray ’62 of Jupiter

In 2000, Stuart officially retired

of the British W.D. Bush Company,

Delta. After graduation, Nell moved

Island, Fla., and Dark Harbor,

and returned to Nassau. There, in

an essential oils business. He was a

to New York City, where she began

Maine, died on February 25, 2019,

spite of his new status as a man

natural salesman and entrepreneur,

of leisure, he continued to work

which guided his business story

at close to his old pace, holding

through purchasing the American

directorships at a number of

assets of the Bush company, and

public and private companies,

later selling them, while creating

including Sonenshine Partners, a

joint ventures around lemon and

newly formed investment banking

lime oils. In 1962 he joined the A. M.

boutique. With his longtime friend

Todd Group of Kalamazoo, Mich.,

Philip Eisenberg, he helped to form

as a vice president and an investor,

Urban American Housing, a real

adding the citrus business to what

estate company that provides work

had historically been a business

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CLASSNOTES

focused upon peppermint and spear-

hometown of Marion. They cruised

into the tennis courts in left field will

out mere days after a team won a

mint. Dick retired as a director from

and day-sailed in both Connecticut

not forget his hitting ability, or his

national title. It was a laborious,

the A.M. Todd Group in 2002.

and Massachusetts. Dick enjoyed

trademark blowing out his cheeks

detailed, and rapid process that

offshore sailing and participated in

with every swing.

could not begin in earnest until

Gregarious and outgoing, Dick loved politics, horses, and sailing. He

nine successive Marion to Bermuda

most often acted in politics behind

races beginning with the inaugural

and top-ranked paddle tennis

days, the book would be available

the scenes as the campaign manager

race in 1977.

player, was a fixture at most of

at bookstores, train stations, and

Linc’s games in a wide-brimmed

airports all over the country. He

for Lowell Weicker’s successive and

Dick believed in giving back

His mother, Ann, a gifted athlete

the final game ended. In a few

successful bids for Greenwich first

to the things he loved. In addi-

hat, sitting in a folding chair with

later served as a remote editor for

selectman, Connecticut state repre-

tion to the Master of Foxhounds

their dog, Mookie. She also watched

several companies.

sentative, U.S. congress, and U.S.

Association of North America, he

from the soccer field, where Linc

senator for the state of Connecticut.

served as president of Brunswick’s

was a superb fullback. As in base-

in Chicago, Linc recommended me

Dick subsequently ran and was

Board from 1971–1974 (and as

ball, he was All-FAA and Brunswick

for a book planned on his much-

elected as second selectman in

a trustee from 1968–1974) and

co-captain. Alex Williams ’83 and

loved New York Mets. I wound

Greenwich.

president of the board of the

every other goalie was thankful to

up writing seven more titles on

Walthour-Moss Foundation.

have Linc as protector.

the Mets, among other books.

Dick’s lifelong passion for horseback riding began in his youth

Dick was preceded in death by his

when he competed in open jumping

wife, Anne. He is survived by his son,

when you called needing a fourth for

role in any success by his former

classes on his beloved horse, Tops’l.

R. Davis Webb, Jr. ’75 (Jennifer);

paddle, your side was guaranteed

Bruins double-play partner. It

In his late teens, Dick competed

his daughter, Nancy Webb Corkery

to win. A member of the Greenwich

was far from the first time Linc

with Tops’l at the National Horse

(David); his three grandchildren,

Blues youth hockey team, Linc

helped me. When I developed a

Show in Madison Square Garden,

Kevin Corkery (Lucie), Kyle Corkery,

played goalie for Brunswick’s Middle

plan in March 1986 that had me

earning reserve champion. While

and Audrey Webb; and his great

School team. He gave up the ice in

move to Boulder mid-semester

a student at Duke, Dick discov-

grandson, William Corkery.

high school, but he donned pads

from Roanoke, Va., Linc lauded the

again for club hockey at Colorado

debatable plan. He arranged for me

ered the equestrian community

If he was at his house in Stamford

During his time at Triumph Books

Predictably, Linc downplayed his

in Southern Pines, where his love

Frederick Lincoln Wonham ’83,

with good results. He prized nature,

to lease the basement apartment in

for foxhunting was cemented

died of cancer at home in

fishing, racquet sports, golf, Wiffle

the house he rented on — naturally,

under the wing of Virginia (Ginny)

Springfield, Oregon (outside

ball, and the Grateful Dead — not

Lincoln Street.

Walthour Moss. In 1964, he became

Eugene), on February 3, 2022. He

necessarily in that order.

a Joint Master of the Moore

was surrounded by friends, including

County Hounds with Ginny and her

his devoted brother Harry ’79, now

from any class could match. It was

arrived that summer to take a class

husband W. O. (Pappy) Moss. Dick

a dean at the University of Oregon;

obvious that he would not follow

at CU and live in a vacated room

was active nationally in support

sister-in-law Connie; and Jenna

his father, Fred Sr., to U.S. Trust or

in the Lincoln Street house. With

of foxhunting, and eventually

Matthews, whom Linc had wed the

any bank. Like Alex Williams and

Jody Kingery (GA ’84) living a few

served as President of the Master

previous day. He leaves two sons

me, Linc went into journalism after

streets away, Boulder felt a little like

of Foxhounds Association of

in their 20s, Jack and Cal, plus his

college. He was a talented writer,

Brunswick West.

North America.

sister, Stapley Wonham Emberling.

a gifted editor, and possessed the

He was 56.

right demeanor for the ups and

to Boulder after graduation in 1988.

Dick and Anne traveled extensively. At the start of their marriage,

Fellow alumnus John Salerno ’83

Circumstance brought me back

downs of life as a professional scribe.

Linc still provided, getting me a

there were annual visits to England

grade and going all the way until

He covered the CU football team

spot where he worked: Overnight

for business, which were accom-

he moved on to the University of

during his waning years at Boulder,

watchmen at Colorado Security

plished by sea. Dick had a love

Colorado. Though the Class of 1983

just as the Buffaloes developed into

Systems. (Don’t worry; we were only

of the old Queen Mary, on which

had many characters, wordsmiths,

a national power. From there he

armed with paperbacks to pass the

he traveled as an 8-year-old for

and athletes, one of the traits

pivoted to newspaper jobs in the

hours.) By then both of us had large

her maiden New York-to-London

that made Linc so beloved was his

Chicago area, where he settled after

black dogs in tow.

passage. Anne and Dick explored

humbleness — though he might not

Boulder and married CU grad Hilary

the Mediterranean, the Caribbean,

have argued too much if you called

Lane. Linc later married Catherine

dogs post-Stamford, was memorial-

Europe, Africa, and elsewhere in a

him the best baseball player in our

Pugh (GA ’83).

ized in a simple frame at his house

variety of modes from canal trips to

class. That was obvious after just a

Linc served as sports editor at a

cruises, to equestrian tours.

few innings watching him at short-

daily paper in Vineland, N.J., before

smiling eyes of the old Lab seemed

They also shared a love of the

Linc was a “lifer,” starting in first

Linc had a charm and ease few

Dan Durkin ’83 next door.

Pagosa, the first of Linc’s many

in Oregon. After Linc passed, the

stop, third base, or especially on the

eventually moving on to book

to say, “Now I’ve finally got him

sea. There was a succession of

mound. The field behind the Upper

publishing. He specialized in the

back.” That’s the bright side, as Linc

sailboats named Andic, with the

School may now be a parking lot,

tricky business of producing sports

would surely see it.

nominal homeport of Anne’s

but anyone who saw him crush a ball

“insta-books,” which would come

— Matthew Silverman ’83

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LAST LOOK BY KATHERINE OGDEN

Brotherhood: A Timeless Bond Photo by Jeffry Konczal

H, TO BE A WITNESS to rare, quiet, and telling

— and also, though unintentionally, an opportunity.

moments such as this!

And so, the two boys sat, reached out across the years,

The unfettered joy and cheer of Homecoming are mainstays of the Brunswick fall calendar.

When the weekend arrives, the action on the field and

and talked for a few moments before returning to their respective duties in moving the game forward. It’s the Brunswick bond: A younger brother full of

the energy of the crowd yield a quintessential kind of exuberant commotion — it’s the mark of New England in the colorful and high days of the autumn, and especially so of Brunswick. Not surprisingly, at Homecoming 2021, long quarantined and pent-up community emotion raised the volume even further.

aspiration as he looks to a big brother and

“That moment between these two students was a show of mutual respect and regard; it was nice to witness.”

In the middle of all the noise, as a menacing bank of roiling rainclouds parted, came these two: Hudson Yaeger ’30, a fourth grader, and Jalen

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looking at the younger as he remembers. Photographer Jeffry Konczal was nearby. “That moment between these two students was a show of mutual respect and regard; it was nice to witness,” he said, his understatement itself a testament to how frequently he has seen such moments

woven into the fabric of our days. Oh, to be such a fortunate witness and a keen and

Johnson ’22, a senior, returning to the home-team bench

adept observer as well — capturing in a moment an

at Cosby Field.

iconic image that speaks so completely to both the heart

The younger Bruin handed the elder a water bottle

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imagines his own future; the elder brother

and timeless essence of the Brunswick experience.

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