Homecoming

During a sunny Saturday on October 15^th, New Canaan Country School had its first homecoming thanks to CJ Y. and Olivia C. who brought this idea to Mr. Bazemore at the end of last year. The day started with a varsity soccer game vs. the French American School of NY. The second game was varsity football vs. Long Island Lutheran and the day finished off with a varsity field hockey game vs. Choate.

Varsity soccer started off the day with an early morning game. Goals were scored by Andrew E., Kyle D. and Samuel P. The game went back and forth, but in the end, French American pulled out with the win. They played a well-fought game that ended with NCCS scoring three and French American scoring four goals.

During the second game, NCCS played Long Island Lutheran. This game was very exciting as it came right down to the wire. At the beginning of the game, the Cougars were trailing 6-0, but they marched down the field and evened the score at 6 all. Lutheran struck again and NCCS scored again. It was late in the game and Lutheran was driving; NCCS had a lot of momentum going into the end of the fourth quarter. With great coverage by CJ Y. and Sean M., CJ Y. came up with the interception for a touchdown that sealed the victory for the Cougars. 

Varsity field hockey won 3-0 vs. Choate. Varsity field hockey fought hard and came through with the win. Emma S., Juli S., and Olivia C. scored for the Cougars.

- By Henry C.

Football Report

By James M.

Winning their first game 28 to 14, the varsity football team starts off the season strong. Due to many different aspects of the game, including good defense, great blocking, and a great running and passing game, the eighteen 8th and 9th graders could not be stopped last Thursday. I had the opportunity to meet with tight end Brandon S. to talk about the season.

JM - How does it feel to be a cougar?

BS - It feels good.

JM - Looking back on last week’s game, how do you feel about your team’s performance?

BS - It went well for our first game. Dawson J., Cole F., and living legend Corey W. all had key runs that contributed to our victory. Also, CJ made some great passes to gain lots of yards. The defense played well and had lots of good stops, and no one could get through our offensive line.

JM – How was the game against Greenwich?

BS – Although we lost we fought hard throughout the game. We played well despite injuries. It was a good game.

MS - How is the leadership from the 9th grade within your team?

BS - It‘s good. They set a great example.

JM - What is your favorite NFL team?

BS - Go Pats!

JM - Goals for the season?

BS -Improve at football, win some games, and have some fun.

JM - Any games in particular?

BS - I think every game is equally important.

JM - Any Shout outs?

BS - No…

Great things are expected from this group of boys. I hope they do well throughout the season. Let‘s go, Cougars!