Matt with his parents after his Thanksgiving game.
Matt's Memorial bench
A note from the Zonghetti family
Matthew Zonghetti Memorial
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KINDNESS, GOODNESS, THOUGHTFULNESS. Last night (9/28/2020), to continue to honor Matt's legacy, a beautiful bench, overlooking Alumni Field, was installed.
Jane Maher, with the help of Mike Redding, Mary Watkins and Michael Trowbridge led the charge to gain approval for the bench.
MHS's Physical Education department brought the bench to its location and Chris Colby with the help of his family installed the concrete pad and the bench.
The bench is perfect. The location is perfect. Matt is proud.
Thank you to those mentioned above and to so many of you who helped to fund the bench.
We say it so often.... we live in such an incredible and caring town whose residents continue to support us by keeping Matt's memory alive. #LiveLikeZ
Mattt tragically lost his life in an avalanche while skiing in New Mexico.
Also, Taos Ski Valley as named a ski run in honor of Matt.
Website:
Massachusetts coach on playing in February: 'It will be chilly'
FNF Coaches.com/
By Dan Guttenplan, FNF Coaches Editor
If you take a long enough look at our State-by-State Season Start Plan database, one thing that might stand out is the state of Massachusetts' plan to start football season on Feb. 22.
In Western Massachusetts, the average high temperature for February is 33 degrees. The average low temperature is 12 degrees. That could lead to some uncomfortable games and practices.
We decided to check in with a prominent Massachusetts coach to find out he's dealing with the shift to February football. Mansfield High (Mass.) coach Mike Redding was inducted to the
Mass. High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame in 2019. He led Mansfield to its eighth state championship last fall.
How do you feel about postponing the football season until February?
"I feel like the move to February is our best shot at playing a season this year."
Will it be difficult to practice outdoors in Massachusetts in February?
What's your plan for preseason workouts?
"It will be chilly to start, and we may have to deal with some snow. But we have access to a fieldhouse if needed, and the good news is that the weather will get better and better as we move forward.
Late March and April should be great weather for games. We also get to avoid the EEE virus issue here in the fall, as well as the heat index issues in late August."
How do you think it will impact your team's training and style of play?
"If anything, we should be able to get bigger and stronger. We had access to our weight room this summer and will continue that through the fall and winter,
so no excuses not to be a physical team in the spring. The state is going to give us some practice time in the fall, which we'll use to improve individual
skills and work on the pass game (no pads allowed). We'll also do some good conditioning and keep lifting. I don't think we'll get to defend our state title,
but the guys will battle to try to earn a third consecutive conference title."
Will you lose any players due to the change in seasons?
Any players who will be focusing on other sports in February?
"There's no crossover between seasons, so once winter wraps up in mid-February, we'll move onto the Fall 2 season.
The only sports will be football, volleyball (girls) and competitive cheer, so no conflicts with other sports. Plus,
our basketball guys should be in good shape coming out of the winter. Guys can also run indoor track in the winter to get ready for our season.
We'll make the best of it and just hope things continue to improve in our state."
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Mansfield Strong Yard Sign
Supporting the Mansfield "Daily Bread" food pantry and the Gridiron Club
A note from Mansfield Gridiron Club Treasure Stew Cowles
Wrapping up our fundraiser. We sold 242 signs & stickers (they look great around town).
After expenses we're sending a check for $1,550 to Our Daily Bread Mansfield's Food Pantry.
Thank You
To the Mansfield Football Family:
I want to thank you for making my Kick-it Campaign for pediatric cancer a success.
Together, we raised $5,361 and it was one of the top fundraisers (#11) across the country.
I couldn't have done it without your help.
Over two years we raised $6,301 because of your generous donations.
Thank you for all of your support throughout the season!
Mike DeBolt
Click on image for website.
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Shriners Fund Raiser
Cliick on image for website
Each year the MHSFCA in connection with the Aleppo Shriners of Massachusetts, co-sponsor an Eastern Massachusetts All-Star Football Game.
For the past 35 years, graduating high school seniors from the North and South area high schools
have played the Shriners All-Star Football Classic to benefit the Shriners Transportation Fund.
The association is proud to have donated over one million dollars to this worthy charity. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, our Senior Shriners All Star Game was cancelled.
The game itself has been going on for 42 years and instead of completely shutting down our participation for 2020, we decided to have our own competition,
and continue to raise money and awareness to the Aleppo Shriners Transportation Fund.
We will be having a fundraising competition to determine the winner of the Shriners North vs South teams.
All of the proceeds donated will be given to the Shriners. If you are able, please donate to our page to help us help the shriners. Thank you for your support!
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2020 members of the Shriners South football team
Congratulations Coach Mike Redding
Gridiron Club of Boston Coach of the Year
Also T. J. Guy and Vinny Holmes
Voted to the "Super 26" State All-Star Team
Also Vinny recieved $2000 for being awarded the Gold Athletics/Adrenaline Leadership scholarship at the State FB Coaches Clinic at Gillette Stadium.
Outstanding student-athlete who will continue his career at Bentley University!
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Meet the 2020 Mansfield Football Captains
L to R: Jake McCoy, Nick Bertolino, Nico Holmes, T. J. Guy
2020 YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP
Unfortunately, due to Phase 3 guidelines, we are forced to cancel our Youth Football Clinic at Mansfield HS for the first time in 32 yrs.
It's been a great summer tradition and we'll miss the future Hornets, but right now safety and health are most important! See you in 2021!
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2019 Super Bowl Ring
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All-Stars Awards
Sr. Vinny Holmes
Globe DII Player of the Year
Hockomock League, Hockomock League.com, Globe, Herald
(3 yr selection)
(Kelly-Rex Division MVP)
Attleboro Sun/Chronicle
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Sr. Nick Marciano
Hockomock League, Hockomock League.com
Attleboro Sun/Chronicle
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Sr. Mike DeBolt
Hockomock League, Hockomock League.com, Globe, Herald
Attleboro Sun/Chronicle
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Sr. Jason Comeau
Hockomock League, Hockomock League.com, Globe
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Jr. TJ Guy
Hockomock League, Hockomock League.com, Herald
(2 yr selection)
Attleboro Sun/Chronicle
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Jr. Cincere Gill
Hockomock League, Hockomock League.com
Attleboro Sun/Chronicle
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Sr. Jack Moussette
Hockomock League
(Honorable Mention)
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Sr. Mahki Baskin
Hockomock League.com
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Sr. Chris Graham
Hockomock League.com
Attleboro Sun/Chronicle
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Coach Redding
Gridiron Club of Boston Coach of the Year
Hockomock League.com
Coach of the Year
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Mansfield moves back into the #2 spot for Top Teams of the 21st Century
in Massachusetts with an overall winning percentage of 81.2%,
second only to Everett High School.
Congratulations on being ranked #13 in the Final Poll of the 2019 Prep Nation
Northeast Regional Rankings. This includes all high school teams from all
divisions from 9 different states in the Northeast. Mansfield is one of only 7
public high schools ranked in the Top 15 in the Northeast.
(List)
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"Kick It!"
Michael DeBolt a senior and member of the football team
has set up a website to raise money to help fight pediatric cancer.
Mike DeBolt |
2020 Schedule
Get the results of our opponents games
(Link)
A new "Greatest game" has been added
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2019 Final Stats
Defensive stats
2019 totals (12 games)(PDF) Link
Offensive stats
2019 totals (12 games)(PDF) Link
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2019 Roster
with links to player photos
link
Coach Redding's Bio
link
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Lincoln-Sudbury Game
Photos by Kara Colby
Page Links
2018 Record Book
(link)
Weight Room web site
Link
2019 Freshman page
link
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Guide Book
link
Map of school area
link
Mansfield Town Website
link
Two point decision
link
Greatest games
link
Mansfield Hall of Fame
link
Mansfield/Foxboro history
link
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Photos for 2019
2019 Football Season Photos
Link
Photos from Kara Colby
Photo link
LaSalle Game photos
Photo link
Thank you Shelley Rapoza for the great action photos!
Our family photo album from the trip
(Link)
A collection of old photos from the 80's
taken by Mr. Redding
Old Photos
Shelly Rapoza photos
link
Older game photos
link
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Super Bowl years
link
Super Bowl games
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Remembering Matt Zonghetti
Matt Zonghetti Dedication
Photos
There was a dedication to Matt Zonghetti before the BC game with a Live Like Z
banner being displayed on the press box and a permanent plaque
will also be on the press box to honor Matt's life.
Matt's family was there before the game to be recognized and receive a check
from the Gridiron Club of Mansfield for the scholarship fund.
The
team will also wear Matt's initials and jersey number on their helmets
this season and our game program is dedicated to Matt as well.
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Matthew C. Zonghetti Scholarship Fund
Please make checks payable to the "Matthew C. Zonghetti Scholarship Fund".
Mail to; Mansfield Bank, 80 North Main Street, Mansfield, MA 02048
Attn: Tellers
Live Like Z Foundation
A fundraiser for the Z foundation.
A donation of ANY amount gets a decal. Donations can be made via Venmo to Diane-Mcguire-4 or to paypal using ladydi717@hotmail.com.
Please put “MZSF” and a home address and I will mail (or deliver to mailbox) the decals.
If there is more than one decal needed please stipulate #.
This from the Zonghetti family
PDF link
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MANSFIELD -- The Gridiron Club dedicated what it is calling a "Salute to Service" at the high school football field Sept. 14.
The structure includes seven flag poles with flags from the various military services as well as the American flag.
Located in the west end of the football field, it will be called "Hero's Corner."
Photos from the event.
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Mansfield High School Football Program
Mission statement
Provide student athletes an enjoyable, rewarding experience in athletics that also allows them to develop
skills and values that will afford them the opportunity to be successful, contributing members of the 21st century society.
We consider ourselves a "college prep" program on and off the field and we will do everything we
can to prepare your son to be accepted to a competitive college or university of his choice and,
if interested, to continue his playing career on the college level.
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Academics:
Attentive, involved and respectful in the classroom.
Conscientious in completing assignments and preparing for evaluations.
Long-term preparation to earn a college degree and pursue a rewarding career.
Goal: Pass all classes and earn Honor roll status (team goal 80%)
Citizenship:
Accept the challenges and responsibilities of leadership.
Be enthusiastic role models for younger student athletes by example.
Become involved in school and community activities.
Volunteer your time to help others who are less able or less fortunate.
Example: Volunteer for leaf raking for the elderly, Relay for Life, Student Gov't.
Athletics:
Develop an appreciation for hard work, preparation and commitment.
Compete with your best effort and intensity, but always with sportsmanship.
Build teamwork skills and the ability to work toward goals with others.
Represent the school and community with pride and class in all areas.
Win with class, lose with dignity, but never surrender!
Team unity is most important in times of adversity!
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Leadership Training
The Mansfield coaching staff runs a leadership training seminar once a month for members of the football team.
During these sessions a verity of subjects are covered:
1-Goal setting (Personal life goals, scholastic goals and athletic goals)
2-Handling problem social situations.
3-Involvement in community activities.
4-Honoring the traditions established by their predecessors.
5-Proper nutrition/healthy lifestyles.
6-Team building activities.
These and many other subjects are discussed. Attendance is voluntary.
The object of these seminars is to help make the students a more responsible member of the school and community at large.
The coaching staff believes that it is our responsibility to engage these student athletes in a leadership curriculum. We believe that our student athletes are members of the community first and football players second.
By developing the character of our players we believe they will become life-long contributing members of the community.
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Under Coach Redding (1988-present)
State Division Two Championship
In 2013 Mansfield won the first true state championship
and was consensus number one team in Massachusetts
by all major news outlets.
Eight Super Bowl
Championships
Div. III
1992: 1994: 1996: 2003:
Div. II
2004: 2010: 2013: 2019
Total of 12 Super Bowl Apperances
16 Hockomock League Championships
1989, 1992, 1994, 1996
2001, 2003, 2004, 2005
2006, 2007, 2010, 2011
2012, 2013, 2018, 2019
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Nomination should be sent to PO Box 481, Mansfield, MA 02048 (c/o Gridiron Club).
Nomination form
Football Record Book
Our 2019 Record book has been updated
(PDF link)
Gridiron Club of Mansfield
Football History Site
In Memory of Coach Al DeSimone
(Link)
Thanksgiving is still special in Mansfield!
(Link)
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