Coginchaug Regional High School

August 2024

Dear student athletes, parents, families, and community members

As Director of Athletics, I would like to welcome you to the Coginchaug Regional High School Athletics page.  I look forward to getting to know you and your student athlete as they progress through the halls CRHS.  This summer, we have had many changes to the athletic department and the athletic landscape of CRHS!  We have welcomed back our former Athletic Trainer, Ethan Bankoski to RSD13.  We have also introduced Becky Glenn to our athletic department, who has taken over for longtime athletic administrative assistant, Suzanne Mediavilla after her retirement.  Both individuals will be a tremendous asset to the families and student athletes of CRHS.  Please welcome both of them!  

 

In addition to added personnel, we have completed our field turf renovation, made progress on the fieldhouse, and the installation of the lights are now complete.  These exciting additions have changed the athletic landscape of Coginchaug Regional High School and has brought about much excitement to the athletic department, school, and community.  Being able to create our own exciting athletic night experiences can only contribute to the many great things that Coginchaug Regional High School can offer to the members of the communities of Durham and Middlefield.  

Successful athletic programs can only be accomplished by a cooperative effort between student athletes, the school, and its community.  As a department, the coaches and staff pride themselves in creating a positive experience for every student athlete at CRHS.  Being a part of a team grows positive relationships with peers and adults while fostering a feeling of camaraderie.  We strive to create an environment that promotes sportsmanship, equity, and fairness for all our student athletes and coaches.

It is my belief that athletic teams can achieve individual accomplishments, however successful athletic programs entail so much more.  Success begins with a team approach.  This begins with a dedicated coaching staff and mentors, a supportive athletic administration providing supportive leadership and opportunities for student athlete growth, and a supportive school community which all provides a sense of school pride and inclusiveness.  Most importantly, a successful athletic program is built in student athletes feeling a connection to their athletic department and understanding how all these parts fit together to create ultimate CHAMPIONS.  We will take pride and excitement as we look to establish this in the communities of Durham and Middlefield. 

 

Sincerely,

Todd Petronio

Athletic Director