Alumni, Community, History
by Chris R. Vaccaro

Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Announced

The latest induction class of the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame will be honored on Saturday, December 16, at 10 a.m. The ceremony will occur at Thomas J. Sabatelle Gymnasium at Sachem High School North.

Each winter, the Sachem Alumni Association honors the most deserving former athletes, coaches, and supporters for their dedication to Sachem Athletics. A committee of athletic directors, coaches, and current hall of famers help nominate and select the inductees.

“We continue to honor our rich Sachem history and tradition through the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame,” said Chris R. Vaccaro, ‘04, President/Founder of the Sachem Alumni Association. “This is truly one of the most special days of the year in Sachem, and we look forward to seeing our alumni and former coaches come home. The event regularly draws around 200 or more attendees. We love bringing everyone together to celebrate our community. That’s what it’s all about.”

Sachem’s Athletic Hall of Fame had its inaugural induction in 2003 and did not have another event until 2016, when the Sachem Athletic Association kick-started the endeavor in partnership with the Sachem Athletic Department. This year marks the eighth induction class. Learn more about the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame.

Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 23 Inductees

John Allen1976Football, Wrestling, Track & Field
Lance Banfi1988Wrestling
Michael Brantley1995Football
Sean Brocking1972Gymnastics, Track & Field, Wrestling, Lacrosse, Officiating
Michelle Cocchiaro1994Field Hockey & Softball
Kristen Doherty2010Basketball
Tommy Evans1977Basketball
Bob Graetzer1991Cross Country, Track & Field
Corey Harned2000Lacrosse & Football
Ralph Isernia1987Football & Baseball
Jay Mauro1999Lacrosse, Football & Wrestling
Jill McMeekin1996Soccer
Glenn Nathan1977Tennis
Denise Raab1999Track & Field
Alec Sole2011Baseball
Steve Schoen1971Soccer
Nina Troglio Cunningham1984Swimming