Golf
Scores falling for Greyhounds
NAUGATUCK — The Naugatuck golf team continued to put up solid rounds as they defeated Woodland, 171-188, at Hop Brook Golf Course on Monday. Nick Tribanas was the medalist, shooting a 38 on the par-36 course. “It’s nice to see everyone doing a little better,” Naugatuck coach Craig Blanchard said. “A decent score for... »
Hawks’ confidence grows with each round
BEACON FALLS — The Woodland golf team took on Naugatuck on Monday and came up on the short end of a 171-188 final at Hop Brook Golf Course. The Hawks are led by two seniors, Mike Classey and Matt Greggis, but the rest of the squad is an up-and-coming group of golfers who continue... »
Practice to make perfect for Naugy
NAUGATUCK — Time may be all Naugatuck needs to have a successful golf season. Head coach Craig Blanchard said this year’s team has plenty of potential to improve, but it all comes down to practice. The raw talent is there. “I want my guys to win, be better golfers, have better short games,” Blanchard... »
Youth movement to fuel Hawks
BEACON FALLS — The Woodland golf team is still a young group coming into its own, according to head coach Bill Carangelo. Last year the Hawks finished 4-8 in Carangelo’s first season as head coach. Woodland showed how much it had improved throughout the season with a solid seventh-place finish in the Naugatuck Valley... »
Martino wins Hop Brook championship
NAUGATUCK — The annual Hop Brook Golf Course Club Championship wrapped up this past weekend. Ray Martino followed up a 2-under round victory in the semis and captured the championship flight title by defeating Mike Dubroski, 9 and 8, in the 36-hole finals. Dubroski defeated Craig Behun, 4 and 3, in the semifinals. In... »
Golf outing to benefit NHS football
NAUGATUCK — The Naugatuck High School Football Alumni Association is holding its 11th Annual Golf Outing Aug. 3. The outing will be held at the Tradition Golf Club in Wallingford and costs $150 per player. The cost includes breakfast, lunch, golf, and cart. Proceeds from the event benefit the Naugatuck High School football team.... »
Clark breathes new life into Hop Brook
NAUGATUCK — Hop Brook Golf Course’s new head pro, Bob Clark, says his course is in its best shape ever. But if the 41-year-old Naugatuck resident realizes his future plans, Hop Brook could be the area’s top golfing destination. Clark, a recent graduate of PGA of America’s golf management program, became the full-time pro... »
McNamara helps Post golf make history
WATERBURY — Post University’s golf team made history this season, thanks in part to the efforts of Beacon Falls native Anthony McNamara. McNamara, a freshman, helped the Eagles advance to the Division II national championships last month for the first time in school history. Post qualified for the championships, which were held May 15-19... »
Hawks, ‘Hounds tee it up at NVL tourney
WATERTOWN — The Naugatuck Valley League golf tournament was one of the most contested tournaments in years. Watertown, Torrington and Holy Cross all entered the match sporting 10-1 records. The weather was picture perfect at the Watertown Country Club last Thursday but the playing surface was a bit more challenging. The fast greens and... »
‘Hounds, Hawks driving towards NVL golf tourney
The Naugatuck and Woodland golf teams are on the top of their games as the regular season winds down. Both teams are gearing up for the Naugatuck Valley League tournament on May 31 at the Watertown Country Club. “I have seen a lot of improvement since the beginning of the season,” Naugatuck coach Craig... »





