The MSSADA Messenger

ANN TRYTKO - MSSADA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Director of Athletics - Hampshire Regional High School (retired)

Email: abtrytko@gmail.com

Dear MSSADA Members,

I hope this message finds you well and refreshed after the holiday break.

I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to all Massachusetts high school athletic directors for your continued dedication throughout your athletic seasons. Your leadership, commitment, and ability to navigate challenges ensure that our student-athletes benefit from meaningful, positive, and memorable educational experiences through athletics.

This communication also provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the 2025–2026 MSSADA award recipients. Their outstanding contributions to high school interscholastic athletics exemplify the very best of our profession and are truly deserving of acknowledgment and celebration.

Thank you for your continued hard work, professionalism, and leadership in support of student-athletes across the Commonwealth.

Sincerely,

Ann Trytko

Director of Athletics - Swampscott High School

Email: kwolff@swampscott.k12.ma.us

Dear MSSADA collegues,

I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to all of the 2025–2026 MSSADA Award recipients.

These outstanding individuals—athletic directors, coaches, volunteers, and student-athletes—are being recognized for their exceptional contributions to Massachusetts high school athletics. Their achievements reflect the high standards of excellence that define interscholastic athletic programs across the state.

This year’s award winners exemplify the dedication, leadership, and professionalism that continue to elevate our association. Their commitment serves as both an inspiration and a benchmark for excellence, motivating others throughout our profession.

I encourage all Massachusetts athletic directors to continue fostering environments that promote growth, opportunity, and success for our student-athletes, coaches, and school communities.

Sincerely,
Kelly Wolff

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / NIAAA LIASON

Ann Trytko - Hampshire Regional HS - Retired

OFFICERS

President - Kelly Wolff - Swampscott HS

1st Vice President - Jennifer Gouvin - Clinton HS

2nd Vice President - Brad Bustin - Durfee HS

3rd Vice President - Chris Schmidt - Nipmuc Regional HS

Secretary - Tania Rich - Nashoba Regional HS

Treasurer/Membership - Keith Mangan - Bedford HS

Past President - Jim Quatromoni - Hingham HS

BOARD POSITIONS

LTC Coordinator - Karrah Ellis - Franklin HS

MIAA Board of Directors Liaison - Eric Scott - Medfield HS

Director of Communications - Andrew Crisafulli - Dartmouth HS

Web Administrator - Matt Trahan - Old Colony RVTHS

Conference Coordinator - Matt Trahan - Old Colony RVTHS

Asst. Conference Coordinator/Awards Chair - Terry Riley - Assabet Valley RVTHS - Retired

MSSADA Mentor Chair - Thom Holdgate - Rising Tide Charter

DISTRICT REPRESENTATIVES

District 1 - Matt Marciniec - Palmer HS

District 2 - Josh MacCreery - Milbury High School

District 3 - Mike Mocerino - Algonquin RHS

District 4 - Jack Owens - Boston Latin School

District 5 - Cami Molinare - Manchester Essex RHS

District 6 - Sahill Quaisar - Boston Public Schools

District 7 - Eric Scott - Medfield HS

District 8 - Kevin Karo - Brockton HS

District 9 - Peter Serino - Abington HS

AT-LARGE MEMBERS

Sarah Martin - Tri-County RVTHS

Lindsey von Holtz - Mount Greylock RHS

RETIRED AD REPRESENTATIVE

Jeff Long - Marlboro HS - Retired

MIAA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dr. Robert Baldwin

District 1 - Joseph Gamache - Franklin Tech RHS

District 3 - Tania Rich - Nashoba Regional

District 4 - Naomi Martin - Lexington High School

District 5 - Amanda Alpert - Chelsea High School

District 6 - Ted Currie - Xaverian Brothers

District 7 - Matthew Gillis (retired) - Westwood High School

District 8 - Scott Ashworth (retired) - Bourne High School

District 9 - Justin Domingos - Plymouth North High School

District 1 - Jeff Puleri - Hoosac Valley / Drury High School

District 2 - Beth Wandyes - Uxbridge High School

District 3 - Levi Hanson - Westboro High School

District 4 - Scott Ouellet - Lowell High School

District 5 - Mia Muzio - Lynnfield High School

District 6 - Nate Greene - Bishop Stang

District 8 - William O'Connell - Bridgewater-Raynham Regional

District 9 - Dan Kimball - Rockland High School

The President, on the recommendation of any Executive Board member, may select a number of athletic administrators to receive the District Award of Merit. Recipients of this award will be recognized for their length of service, special accomplishments and contributions to high school athletics at the local and state levels.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

District 1 - Michael Kuchieski - Greenfield High School

District 2 - David Bouchard - Quaboag Regional

District 3 - Eric Dawley - Oakmont Regional

District 4 - Ron Drouin - Tewksbury High School

District 5 - Kevin Bradley - Whittier RTHS

District 6 - Mike O'Connor - Ursuline Academy

District 7 - Mark Houle - Attleboro High School

District 8 - Ryan Methia - Greater New Bedford RVTHS

District 9 - Kelsey Kincade - Carver Middle-High School

The Executive Board, on the recommendation of the District Representatives, annually recognizes one individual from each of the nine MIAA athletic districts who has volunteered their services to the schools and communities in their districts. The recipient of this award will not be a paid member of the coaching staff but will have a long standing involvement with the high school activities programs at the local level.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

District 1 - Troy Gifford - Minnechaug Regional

District 2 - Bill Casey - Nipmuc Regional

District 3 - Fitchburg Access Television - Fitchburg High School

District 4 - David Roberts - Acton Boxboro Regional

District 5 - Gino Cresta - Swampscott Public Schools

District 6 - Nora Baston - Boston Public Schools

District 7 - David Chapin - Framingham High School

District 8 - Maria Sczmanskie - Old Colony RVTHS

District 9 - Chris Nagle & Steve Wakelin - Abington High School

The “Yoshitaka Ando” award was created to honor Ando for his lifetime of servant-like attitude, dedication, and a willingness to go above and beyond what is expected in the field of athletic training.

This award annually recognizes one individual from each of the nine MIAA athletic districts who has gone the extra mile to enhance the health and safety of student-athletes, exceptional service, and their unique contributions to the athletic training profession.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

District 1 - Russell E. Bruce - West Springfield High School

District 2 - Jordan Sliwoski - Millbury High School

District 3 - Kevin M. Morrissey - Wachusett Regional

District 4 - Peter Cacciola - Acton-Boxboro Regional

District 5 - Amy Esborn - Somerville High School

District 6 - Patricia Cordeiro - Boston Latin Academy

District 7 - Christine Dundon - Foxboro High School

District 8 - Briana Pina - Brockton High School

District 9 - Tim McPhillips - Duxbury High School

This award annually recognizes one individual from each of the nine MIAA athletic districts who demonstrates a strong commitment and dedication to the vision of professional development at both the state and local levels.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

District 1 - Tim Brillo - Ludlow High School

District 2 - Peter Jones - AMSA

District 3 - Jennifer Gouvin - Clinton High School

District 4 - Dan Hart - Chelmsford High School

District 5 - TJ Baril - Essex Tech

District 6 - Dwayne Robinson - Match Charter School

District 7 - Ryan Madden - Needham High School

District 8 - Brad Bustin - Durfee High School

District 9 - Thom Holdgate - Rising Tide Charter

This award annually recognizes one athletic administrative assistant from each of the nine MIAA athletic districts for their significant contributions to interscholastic athletics at the school and community levels.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

District 1 - Zamirah Santos - Springfield Public Schools

District 3 - Ed Fitzgerald - Oakmont High School

District 4 - Jen Brunell - Dracut High School

District 5 - Mark Tarmey - Marblehead High School

District 6 - Dan Cobbin - Boston College High School

District 7 - Mary Flavin - Oliver Ames Regional

District 8 - Vanessa Pillar - Durfee High School

District 9 - Katie Eakins - Pembroke High School

The Mickey Sullivan Student Achievement Award is to recognize students who have made a meaningful and lasting contribution to high school athletics.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

District 1 - Caitlin Graves - Smith Academy

District 2 - Doherty Field Hockey Team - Doherty High School

District 3 - Lindsey Brown - Algonquin Regional

District 4 - Nathan Solivan - North Andover High School

District 5 - Emma Penninan - Triton Regional

District 6 - Liam Feliz - O'Bryant School

District 7 - Hunter Smith - Franklin High School

District 8 - Marielle Albon - Bristol-Plymouth RVTHS

District 9 - Quintin Baecker - Rising Tide Charter