Kellan Heney's decision to transfer to Governor's Academy has been a game-changer in his life. Standing 6-foot-3, 180-pounds, Heney is regarded as one of the top left-handed pitchers in New England. He chose to enroll at Governor's Academy a year ago as a reclassified junior. Heney, who hails from … [Read more...]
Prep insider: New Putham Science coach Bob Hetu a pioneer of travel ball
Connecticut coach Bob Hetu has spent the last 28 years as a coach, mentor and on-field fundamental strategist. He'll continue in that role as he restarts the baseball program at Putnam Science Academy in Putnam, Conn. Hetu recently accepted the position after filling that same role in a three-year … [Read more...]
Prep insider: Why Austin Prep will be an immediate NEPSAC power
With the celebratory parties over and many of its players now playing summer ball, Austin Prep can turn its full attention to its transition to the NEPSAC. Austin Prep's final act as an MIAA school came during last month’s Division 3 state baseball title victory over Newburyport. AP will partner … [Read more...]
Prep insider: McKillop coached Loomis to title days after death of parents
The day couldn’t have gone any better for Donnie McKillop. The head baseball coach at Loomis Chaffee School presided over his team’s 10-0 victory over Kingswood Oxford in the Founders League Tournament semifinal on May 21. Shortly after, McKillop received a text message from his mom, Patty, … [Read more...]
Prep insider: Hartsell brothers provide massive transfer impact at Dexter
Austin and Chase Hartsell are two of the most-elite athletes within the NEPSAC baseball terrain. Austin, Class of '23, and Chase, Class of '25, both attend Dexter Southfield School, and each has made significant contributions on the diamond. Austin transferred to Dexter Southfield from … [Read more...]
Cape League insider: Falmouth coach Trundy draws on prep background
Jeff Trundy pulls off a unique pairing as a New England baseball coach, serving as the head coach of a prep program and a Cape League squad. A longtime head coach at Frederick Gunn School (formerly The Gunnery School) and the Cape Cod Baseball League's Falmouth Commodores, Trundy is an indisputable … [Read more...]
