26 PRIDE Player Awards

#26PRIDE AWARD

IS OUR TEAM LEADERSHIP AWARD ESTABLISHED IN 2016

The #26PRIDE Player Award in collaboration with the Bouveron family has been established in memory of former Westfield Bulldog, Conor Bouveron, Class of 2015. Wearing number 26 throughout his high school career, Conor was described as steady, consistent, and reliable on the field, a player who refused to give up and who always gave 110 percent. Known for his quiet confidence, sense of humor, and respect for others, Conor will be forever loved, never forgotten, and truly missed.

The #26PRIDE Leadership Award is a TRUE Player Award, as all varsity level teammates at the conclusion of each season will have the opportunity to nominate and vote for one senior and one underclassman player whose personal characteristics and determination on the field, in practice and games have inspired his fellow teammates to never give up, give 110 percent, and "stay smiling". The summary comments written for each award winner are taken directly from the various teammates within the nomination process.

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2025 Awards:

To present the 2025 #26PRIDE awards I would like to introduce:

Tim Roessler, Class of 2019 – 2019 Senior Award Winner

Thomas Spengler, Class of 2023 – 2022 Underclassman Award Winner and 2023 Senior Award Winner

The 2025 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Raj Thomson, Class of 2025

Upon Nominations: Raj’s teammates commented that he is a hard worker who stayed consistent, giving his all in every practice and game. Raj demonstrated his dedication to improving as a lacrosse player daily. This was evident as he put in the work and made his way to the starting lineup as a 2-way midfielder. Raj never gave up throughout the journey. During the season, his speed was crucial to the success of our transition game, he put in the work on both ends of the field. Always positive, Raj consistently boosted the mood of the team with his contagious smile. He respected his teammates and built them up, an important part of his leadership. A great leader who loves the game, Raj gave it his all, hustled and played with great effort ‘till the final whistle.

Raj, you are presented this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college at James Madison University, continue to promote the sport of lacrosse, live life boldly, and stay smiling. GO DUKES!

Congratulations Raj!

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The 2025 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...
Casey Konchar Class of 2026

Upon Nominations: Casey’s teammates stated that he is the perfect example of what the #26PRIDE Award stands for, playing with pride, class and dignity, Casey always gives full effort. While battling through injuries, he maintained his good spirits and he never gave up, playing with the determination to give our team the best chance of winning. As a team captain this year, Casey provided positive leadership and always lifted his teammates up. With his leadership-by example style and his encouragement, he inspires others to do and to be better. One player indicated, “I would follow him any day of the week!” Dedicated to the team-first mentality, Casey left everything out on the field. A great leader, Casey is a friend you can rely on anytime.

Casey, you are presented this award with the challenge to continue to grow your leadership qualities, motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire them all to work together for a successful 2026 season.

Congratulations Casey!

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2024 Awards:

To present the 2024 #26PRIDE awards I would like to introduce:

Jacob Susko, Class of 2021: 2-Time Award Winner

Thomas Spengler, Class of 2023: 2-Time Award Winner

The 2024 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Brendan Partridge, Class of 2024

Upon nominations, the players commented the following about Brendan: Brendan comes to practice every day with the intent to be better and give it his all. During practice, he makes sure others stay focused and positive. He is accountable for himself and always makes sure everyone understands the importance of being accountable for themselves too. As a leader he always knows how to give tips to bring out the best in others. Brendan models resilience and also picks people up when they feel down. He always shows he cares about this team and his urge to win always shines through. He is a great leader and a great communicator; Brendan is really a great person.

Brendan, you are presented this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college at James Madison University, continue to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly. GO DUKES!

Congratulations Brendan!

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The 2024 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...
Casey Konchar Class of 2026

Upon nominations, the players commented the following about Casey: Casey is a player with good core values who brings a positive vibe daily. Relentless in his effort to work hard during practice, he pushes the pace and makes people play up to his intensity. As a leader, helping people perfect their skills is his focus. Not only does Casey lead by example, but he also lifts others up when they need it, making the people around him better. A role model to his teammates, Casey shows courage and determination even when faced with adversity. Casey has a bright future, and with his love for this team, so does the Bulldog Lacrosse Program. Casey is the best teammate any player could ask for.

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2023 Awards:

To present the #26PRIDE awards for the 2023 season…

Coach Markert, Class of 2016
Tim Roessler, Class of 2019
Evan Diacoumis, Class of 2022

All are previous winners of the #26Pride Award

The 2023 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Thomas Spengler - Class of 2023

Thomas’s passion for lacrosse, commitment to the team, self-discipline, and leadership attributes make him most worthy of this honor. His love for the sport inspires us all. Thomas pushes his teammates to excel on and off the field. Focused and committed, he is the backbone of the team. It was shared that Thomas is always respectful of his teammates and individuals remarked, “he helped me personally”. A vocal leader, #25 is always positive no matter the circumstances and he is always focused on making the team better.

Thomas you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college at James Madison University, continue to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly. GO DUKES!

Congratulations Thomas!

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The 2022 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...
Brendan Partridge - Class of 2024

Brendan’s teammates remarked that he consistently demonstrates that he cares about the team and is committed to the team’s success. He prioritizes the team’s needs before his own. Always encouraging his teammates, Brendan pushes others to be the very best they can be. Always competitive and hardworking, he pushes himself too. Described as mature, tough, and strong, #4 always perseveres. Brendan’s heart is in the game because he genuinely loves lacrosse, his teammates, and his coaching staff. Brendan truly exhibits the necessary attributes of a 26 Pride player.

Brendan, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire them to work together for a successful 2024 season.

Congratulations Brendan!

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2022 Awards:

To present the #26PRIDE awards for the 2022 season…

Coach Markert, Class of 2016 and Coach Petrillo, Class of 2017

Jacob Susko, Class of 2021 and Matt Martin, Class of 2022

All are previous winners of the #26Pride Award

The 2022 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Evan Diacoumis - Class of 2022

According to his teammates, Evan is an extremely hard worker, great teammate, and friend who is looked up to as a leader. Selfless and loyal, he came to work every day with a focus on improving and encouraging his teammates to give their best. He did this with a determination to do all he could to support the success of the team. Evan consistently pushed the younger players to improve and he motivated them by his example. Always positive, no matter the challenge, he always looked on the bright side and hyped everyone up. Evan gave every ounce of effort that he possibly could, and he stuck with it fully until the last second of the last game.

Evan, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college at Virginia Tech University, continue to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly. GO HOKIES!

Congratulations Evan!

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The 2022 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...
Thomas Spengler - Class of 2023

Thomas is recognized by his teammates as a great lacrosse player, a great teammate, and a great leader. Lacrosse is his first priority. The backbone of the team, Thomas was always early to practice and games, was ready to go to work, and kept people motivated. The least selfish player, and always with a smile, he encouraged each of us as individuals and demonstrated his dedication to the success of our team. Not only did he take responsibility for himself, you could always count on him to push you to be better and hold you accountable if you were out of line. Many of his teammates remarked that Thomas helped them learn and grow through the season.

Thomas, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire them to work together for a successful 2023 season.

Congratulations Thomas!

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2021 Awards:

To present the #26PRIDE awards for the 2021 season…

From the Class of 2019 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Kyle Susko

From the Class of 2019 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Tim Roessler

The 2021 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Jacob Susko - Class of 2021

As a two-time award winner, Jacob regularly demonstrated leadership, determination, and resilience. Jacob’s teammates wrote that he is an amazing player who plays hard and is a great leader who leads by example. He made the decision to “stick it out” during a most unusual season and he gave 100% effort throughout. Jacob did everything he could to help the team win and he fought to the end of every game. We appreciate his contributions to the program both as a player and a teammate. A strong statement was written by multiple teammates, “In my mind there is no other player, in any year, more deserving of this award than Jacob Susko.”

Jacob, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college at James Madison University, continue to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly. GO DUKES!

Congratulations Jacob

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The 2021 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...

Josh Cho - Class of 2023

Due to last season being cancelled, this was Josh’s first full year of lacrosse and he worked extremely hard to improve his skills and his knowledge of the game. This hard work allowed him to be a primary contributor at the varsity level in his first year and his teammates commented that he managed to be a massive part of our offense this year. He took things seriously and is exactly what the coaches look for in a player, as he gave maximum effort and demonstrated unwavering devotion to the team. As a quiet leader, Josh’s passion, actions, and his evolving game speak for him. Josh always stayed focused on the present and kept everyone around him focused as well. One of the things Coach always talks about is to “play with emotion rather than playing emotionally”, and Josh exemplifies this perfectly.

Josh, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire your teammates to work together for a successful 2022 season.

Congratulations Josh!

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2020 Awards:

In this cancelled-shortened season, some may be asking why are we giving these awards? The answer is easy, as leadership in our program is year-round and one of the things Conor represented was his day in and day out commitment to excellence. He showed up for everything we did when he wasn’t playing football and never took a day off from giving his best.

To present the #26PRIDE awards for the 2020 season…

From the Class of 2017 and 2-time #26PRIDE Award Winner, Kevin Petrillo

From the Class of 2019 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Tim Roessler

The 2020 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Matt Martin - Class of 2020

A two-time award winner, Matt demonstrates great commitment to the team and unprecedented passion for the game of lacrosse. His teammates wrote, Matt dedicates his time both on and off the field to work on his game and better himself. As a role model, he illustrates for each of us the drive it takes to be a tremendous player, team member, and person. Matt inspires our team and challenges us with his high standards to work harder, to be the best we can be, and to give it all on the field. In doing this, Matt makes everyone around him better.

Matt, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college and support your teammates at the Drexel University, continuing to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly. GO DRAGONS!

Congratulations Matt!

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The 2020 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...

Jacob Susko - Class of 2021

Jacob’s teammates stated that he is a talented lacrosse player who shows extreme dedication to the sport and his performance. You never find Jacob giving less than his best every time he steps on the field. A determined defender who demonstrates intensity and focus, he holds himself along with his teammates accountable in every effort in every competition. Constantly proving to be a great leader, Jacob is always going full speed for the good of the team. His humor, character, and determination are contagious. Forever willing to help others on and off the field, Jacob is a great person and someone we all learn from.

Jacob, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire your teammates to work together for a successful 2021 season.

Congratulations Jacob!

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2019 Awards: To present the awards for the 2019 season;

From the Class of 2016 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Andrew Markert

From the Class of 2018 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Dylan Winesett

The 2019 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Tim Roessler, Class of 2019

Tim’s teammates shared that he is a great example of commitment and being ‘all in’. He always brings the hype before games and gives 100% effort in practice and on game days. Tim had a way of helping us keep our heads up when we lost, and he consistently motivated us to work hard. Consistently showing respect for all teammates, Tim brings life to the team and always makes it a priority to get the bench involved in the games. Tim keeps everyone smiling on and off the field.

Tim, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college and support your teammates at Marymount University, continuing to promote the sport of lacrosse, and stay smiling.

Congratulations Tim!

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The 2019 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Kyle Susko, Class of 2019

His teammates wrote that Kyle is an anchor on the defensive half and he always gives his best effort no matter the circumstance. Kyle is a phenomenal player who demonstrates leadership, integrity, and determination, which provides motivation for all of us to improve our game. His hard work and love of the game was an example to all of us. One teammate wrote, “I believe Kyle was the toughest player on the field. He repeatedly laid his body on the line for the good of the team.”

Kyle, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college and support your teammates at the University of South Carolina, continuing to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly.

Congratulations Kyle!

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The 2019 #6PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...

Matt Martin, Class of 2020

Matt’s teammates reported that he leads by example and he pushes others to do their very best. He is a role model who is always working to improve his game and who shows determination in every practice and on game day. In every game he left it all out on the field. A great teammate who demonstrates integrity, reliability and consistency, Matt has had a great impact on the Bulldogs.

Matt, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire your teammates to work together for a successful 2020 season.

Congratulations to Matt!

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2018 Awards: To present the awards for the 2018 season;

Class of 2016 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Andrew Markert

Class of 2017 and 2-time #26PRIDE Award Winner, Kevin Petrillo

The 2018 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Dylan Winesett, Class of 2018

His teammates stated Dylan's outstanding leadership and team first attitude was evident as he set a great example for the younger players and encouraged each to do their personal best day in and day out. His consistency in giving his all, his outstanding work ethic and his endless effort both in games and practice provided clear evidence of his commitment to his teammates and the Westfield Lacrosse Program.

Dylan, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to attend Virginia Tech Universituy as you continue to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly.

Congratulations to Dylan!

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The 2018 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...

Andrew Warrington, Class of 2019

As a 2-time award winner, Andrew’s teammates recognize his passion for the game and his positive attaitude on the field and in the locker room. As a team captain, Andrew has been instrumental in guiding others to strive to do their best in both the games and in practice. He is always upbeat, a hard worker and is a good role model for others around him as he is always ready to lend a helping hand. Andrew gives his all and never gives up!

Andrew, once again you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire your teammates to work together for a successful 2019 season.

Congratulations to Andrew!

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2017 Awards: To present the awards for the 2017 season:

Class of 2016 and #26PRIDE Award Winner, Andrew Markert

Class of 2015, Joe Cayere

The 2017 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Kevin Petrillo, Class of 2017

As a 2-time award winner, his teammates stated that KP is the embodiment of good leadership and hard work. Always ready, KP rallied the team together and always encouraged his teammates to try their hardest. His influence of determination on the field led the way for other players to reach a high level of play. He represents the program with pride and takes pride in everything he does on and off the field.

Kevin, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college and support your teammates at Georgetown, continuing to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly.

Congratulations to KP!

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The 2017 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...

Andrew Warrington, Class of 2019

Andrew’s teammates shared that he is a hard worker and is a good role model for others around him. He brings a maturity and determination to the field and inspires others to do the same. Andrew leads by example and is a great friend and teammate.

Andrew, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire your teammates to work together for a successful 2018 season.

Congratulations to Andrew!

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2016 Awards: To present the awards for the 2016 season, from the Class of 2014, Drew Carinci.

The Inaugural, 2016 #26PRIDE Senior Award goes to...

Andrew Markert, Class of 2016

Andrew’s teammates recognize his great love for the game. Players stated, “Andrew is a great leader who wants to make people better”. “He always has his sights on the win and keeps on fighting in games even when we were down.”

Andrew, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to grow in these personal attributes as you move on to college and support your teammates at Clarkson University, continuing to promote the sport of lacrosse, and live life boldly.

Congratulations to Andrew!

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The Inaugural, 2016 #26PRIDE Underclassman Award goes to...

Kevin Petrillo, Class of 2017

KP’s teammates shared that he knows how to lead and is one of the hardest workers on the team. He was described by fellow players as a “smart & reliable player who never gives up on the field”.

Kevin, you are given this award with the challenge to continue to motivate your teammates individually, and to inspire your teammates as a whole to work together for a successful 2017 season.

Congratulations to KP!