SAA 11-U Blue Storm accomplishments recognized by Springfield Council

Commissioners approved a resolution to celebrate the accomplishments of the Springfield Athletic Association 11-U Blue Storm team. The 11-year-olds had an outstanding season with an amazing record of 81-7-3 over their two years as a team -- District 1 Champions, PA State Champions and Cal Ripkin Mid-Atlantic Regional Champions. They were also the winners of the Aston/Middletown and Chichester tournaments. Members of the team were David Bingaman, Zach Chevalier, Michael Conran, Chris Direnzo, Cole Dumont, Justin Eckard, Jeff Houtmann, Layne Kelly, Nicky Kutufaris, Jared Morris, Steven Sulpizio and Cam Thorpe. Head coach John Morris was joined by assistant coaches Nick Kutufaris, Bob Dumont and Dave Thorpe. The boys were acknowledged for their determination, attitude and team approach to the game and their efforts.
Photo by Susan L. Serbin