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Kingswood Oxford Names New Boys' Lacrosse Coach
New Coach was four-year letter winner in D1 lacrosse program
Mark Conklin, the Assistant Director of College Advising at Kingswood Oxford School, has been named the Head Coach of KO’s Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse team.
“I am excited about the expertise and skill set Mark brings to the Kingswood Oxford lacrosse program,” said Athletic Director Debbie Fiske. “His vast experience as both a player and coach, as well as his college advising background, will be instrumental in player and program development. And, his character, knowledge, and leadership make him a wonderful role model.”
Before coming to KO, Conklin worked for seven years at The Gunnery School in Washington, CT, where he was the Associate Director of Admissions, a part-time College Advisor, and a boys’ varsity lacrosse coach. In 2014, he was named the “Head Coach of the Year” in Div. 2 of the Western New England Secondary School Lacrosse Association.
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A resident of Coventry, Conklin holds a B.A. degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where he was a four-year letter winner in the Division 1 lacrosse program. A midfielder, he won the Kent W. Marbury ‘67 Award “for exhibiting character and dedication to the Hobart athletic department and lacrosse team.”
Conklin was also a standout lax player and team captain at West Genesee (NY) High School, where he was coached by National Lacrosse Hall of Fame player Mike Messere and helped his team to a #2 national ranking and the New York State Class A State Championship. He also received the 2002 Forestierre Family Award for “demonstrating exceptional leadership skills and dedication.”
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“I’m thrilled to take on the role of Head Coach for KO’s lacrosse team,” Conklin said. “I’m excited to work with our current players, parents, and alumni to build on the already-strong foundation and carry on the rich traditions and history of this great program.”
Kingswood Oxford will host an Open House for prospective Middle and Upper School students on Sunday, Nov. 8, and an Athletics Open House for those who wish to learn in more detail about Wyvern sports on Thursday, Dec. 3, at 6pm. Visit www.kingswoodoxford.org for more information, or call 860-727-5000.
