Bill Pottle is Recipient of NEPSAC 2009 Distinguished Service Award

 
Bill Pottle, was recognized by the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council at their annual meeting in November for his years of distinguished service as a lacrosse coach and athletic director.  
The NEPSAC Distinguished Service Award is given annually to the individual who has contributed significantly to New England Independent School Athletics and Physical Education through enthusiasm, dedication, leadership and vision. 
 Pottle joined Kimball Union as head boys’ varsity lacrosse coach and science teacher in 1999 with over two decades of teaching and coaching experience. He became the Director of Athletics in 2002 and was soon appointed to the George Akerstrom Chair for the Athletic Director.  
For 22 years, Bill had served at Brewster Academy as the athletic director and coach of boys’ soccer, basketball, and lacrosse. 
 “Grizz,” as he is affectionately known by the many players he coached over the years, shared his passion for the sport of lacrosse with each of them. He is known for the great rapport he had with his players, and the close ties he maintains with many alumni. Bill retired from Kimball Union in 2008.