THE 2016 NHS FOOTBALL CAPTAINS
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NHS Captain Brian Toolan
Position: OL/ LB
2015 Junior Season: Brian was selected by the Newburyport Daily News as a regional All Star for his performance this past season. He had a receiving touchdown and a fumble return for a touchdown helping to spark Newburyport’s huge win over Saugus in week 10 ... Was a stout, run-stuffer at linebacker all season long for Newburyport ... Came up huge with a stop Amesbury’s Adam Incontri on a two-point conversion attempt in overtime to seal the huge, come-back win on Thanksgiving.
On Defense: 58 total tackles; 1 INT (10 yard return); 2 TFL; 1 forced fumble; 4 fumble recoveries including a 32 yard 'scoop and score' against Saugus; 1 DEF TD; On Offense: 1 Reception for 9 yards and 1 TD; 4 rushes for 9 yards.
2014 Sophomore Stats: One of Team leaders in tackles; 1 TD Punt Block Recovery; played in 8 games.
Brian stepped up his game this year and along with his brother, became the vocal leaders of the team. A throwback style player, who commands the defense well as a sophomore. Brian will have to establish himself early next season as a durable two way player that the Clippers will count on to lead the defense. Notable games included Ipswich, where Brian recorded over a dozen tackles, a forced fumble, a blocked punt and a TD on a block recovery.
Position: OL/ LB
2015 Junior Season: Brian was selected by the Newburyport Daily News as a regional All Star for his performance this past season. He had a receiving touchdown and a fumble return for a touchdown helping to spark Newburyport’s huge win over Saugus in week 10 ... Was a stout, run-stuffer at linebacker all season long for Newburyport ... Came up huge with a stop Amesbury’s Adam Incontri on a two-point conversion attempt in overtime to seal the huge, come-back win on Thanksgiving.
On Defense: 58 total tackles; 1 INT (10 yard return); 2 TFL; 1 forced fumble; 4 fumble recoveries including a 32 yard 'scoop and score' against Saugus; 1 DEF TD; On Offense: 1 Reception for 9 yards and 1 TD; 4 rushes for 9 yards.
2014 Sophomore Stats: One of Team leaders in tackles; 1 TD Punt Block Recovery; played in 8 games.
Brian stepped up his game this year and along with his brother, became the vocal leaders of the team. A throwback style player, who commands the defense well as a sophomore. Brian will have to establish himself early next season as a durable two way player that the Clippers will count on to lead the defense. Notable games included Ipswich, where Brian recorded over a dozen tackles, a forced fumble, a blocked punt and a TD on a block recovery.
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NHS Captain Nick Toolan
Position: OL/ LB
2015 Junior Season: Unfortunately Nick suffered a season ending knee injury in game one of the Clippers season against Lynnfield. Although not on the playing field, Nick was a voice in the locker room and sidelines as a leader this past season.
2014 Sophomore Stats: One of the Team leaders in tackles; played in 9 games
Nick also played well this past season as a sophomore. Notable games included North Reading, where he and his brother were heard throughout the stadium and leading the vocal and physical charge; and Amesbury, where Nick recorded over ten tackles and made several key blocks. Like Brian, Nick is also a tough, physical kid who plays with tenacity on defense and is counted on in the trenches on offense.
Position: OL/ LB
2015 Junior Season: Unfortunately Nick suffered a season ending knee injury in game one of the Clippers season against Lynnfield. Although not on the playing field, Nick was a voice in the locker room and sidelines as a leader this past season.
2014 Sophomore Stats: One of the Team leaders in tackles; played in 9 games
Nick also played well this past season as a sophomore. Notable games included North Reading, where he and his brother were heard throughout the stadium and leading the vocal and physical charge; and Amesbury, where Nick recorded over ten tackles and made several key blocks. Like Brian, Nick is also a tough, physical kid who plays with tenacity on defense and is counted on in the trenches on offense.
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NHS Captain Rob Shay
Position: QB
2015 Junior Season: Rob's first year under center got better and better as the season progressed and he became more comfortable with the system. His vision as a passer and touch on the ball was evident during his performance during the final four game stretch; completing over 40% of his passes for 350 yards and 2 touchdowns. On the season he completed 47 of 120 attempts for 614 yards and 5 touchdowns. On the ground he added another 3 scores and 2 2-point conversions. All of this came after losing his preseason number one target, fellow junior, WR Jack Calahane who also returns for the Clipper next season.
Position: QB
2015 Junior Season: Rob's first year under center got better and better as the season progressed and he became more comfortable with the system. His vision as a passer and touch on the ball was evident during his performance during the final four game stretch; completing over 40% of his passes for 350 yards and 2 touchdowns. On the season he completed 47 of 120 attempts for 614 yards and 5 touchdowns. On the ground he added another 3 scores and 2 2-point conversions. All of this came after losing his preseason number one target, fellow junior, WR Jack Calahane who also returns for the Clipper next season.
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NHS Captain Ryan Tamayoshi
Position: LB/ OL
2015 Junior Season: 16 solo tackles in 8 games, however, as a middle linebacker, Ryan made plays stuffing run lanes and taking on big offensive lineman. He also assisted in an additional dozen tackles on the season and was a welcome addition on the offensive line, adding even more quickness to a young undersized line.
2014 Sophomore Season: Ryan began his sophomore campaign as a promising inside linebacker for the Clippers. Early in the season, he suffered a 'fluke' leg injury as an opponent rolled over his leg from behind. This injury sidelined Ryan and he made a nice recovery working on strength and conditioning throughout the off season.
Position: LB/ OL
2015 Junior Season: 16 solo tackles in 8 games, however, as a middle linebacker, Ryan made plays stuffing run lanes and taking on big offensive lineman. He also assisted in an additional dozen tackles on the season and was a welcome addition on the offensive line, adding even more quickness to a young undersized line.
2014 Sophomore Season: Ryan began his sophomore campaign as a promising inside linebacker for the Clippers. Early in the season, he suffered a 'fluke' leg injury as an opponent rolled over his leg from behind. This injury sidelined Ryan and he made a nice recovery working on strength and conditioning throughout the off season.