Commack Wrestling

 

I have seen many of you at the wrestling team's first tournament (Bayshore) and at our first home meet, last night.  If you've been able to attend either event, you know that our wrestlers are off to a fantastic start, and we look forward to a very exciting season as the team goes up against schools in their league.

 

Unfortunately, I've just learned that the Commack School District has decided to close the high school over the December break, leaving the team with nowhere to practice, during this time.  Mr. Thode is working with Coach DeSario, and it looks like the team may be able to practice a couple of those days at CATZ in Commack.  However, the facility is too small to accommodate the entire team, and this may impact whether all of the wrestlers will be able to attend the tournament(s) scheduled during the break.

 

This is all extremely disappointing and discouraging, both for the coaches and the boys.  In my opinion, two of the many things that set the Commack HS wrestlers apart from the others are their sense of teamwork and commitment as a group to their wrestling work.  As you've heard at the "meet the Coach" nights, Coach DeSario works throughout the season to have the boys practice and wrestle together, as much as possible.  This not only benefits the younger wrestlers (who are then able to watch the older wrestlers technique, skill, work ethic, commitment, and teamwork), but also gives the upperclassmen a chance to support the younger wrestlers and to show leadership.  I believe that this is a true source of pride and commitment, for all of our wrestlers.  For you parents of younger boys, I can tell you that the wrestlers' work on this team will help them to develop into responsible, self-confident, reliable young men (I have seen this in my own son, over the last couple of years).

 

It is critical for the team's success this season for the wrestlers to continue daily practice throughout the December/holiday break, and for the team to practice/wrestle all together.

 

 

The Claw Club has been a tremendous source of support for the Commack HS Wrestlers.  We've received many acknowledgments from school personnel, parents, and local businesses with respect to the enthusiasm and backing that we provide for our boys.  Please help continue that spirit, and send your e-mails to the Commack administration!

 

For your reference,
                            Dr. Feltman, Superintendent,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   
                            Laura Newman, Assistant Superintendent, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   
                            Mr. Thode, Athletic Director,    This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
        
Thank you all for your continued time, assistance and support of the Commack HS Wrestling Team.  I look forward to seeing you at meets and tournaments, throughout this season!

 

Sincerely,

Nancy Troisi