Bill Pottle, was recognized by
the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council at their annual meeting in
November for his years of distinguished service as a lacrosse coach and athletic
director.
The NEPSAC Distinguished Service Award is given
annually to the individual who has contributed significantly to New England
Independent School Athletics and Physical Education through enthusiasm,
dedication, leadership and vision.
Pottle joined Kimball
Union as head boys’ varsity lacrosse coach and science teacher in 1999 with over
two decades of teaching and coaching experience. He became the Director of
Athletics in 2002 and was soon appointed to the George Akerstrom Chair for the
Athletic Director.
For 22 years, Bill had served at
Brewster Academy as the athletic director and coach of boys’ soccer, basketball,
and lacrosse.
“Grizz,” as he is affectionately known by the many
players he coached over the years, shared his passion for the sport of lacrosse
with each of them. He is known for the great rapport he had with his players,
and the close ties he maintains with many alumni. Bill retired from Kimball
Union in 2008.
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