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Meet Your 2024 Vermont Team
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Mason Boudreau
Representing Mill River High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver D - Defensive Back From watching on the sidelines and being a waterboy during the Shrine game when I was younger, to now my Senior year being selected to be the one in pads and represent Vermont, brings me such honor. It's always been a dream of mine to play in the Shrine game ever since I moved to Vermont. It's a blessing, and I am unbelievably thankful to everyone who has embarked on this journey of mine. Future Plans: I will be continuing my athletic and academic career at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY, where I will be majoring in Business, while also going for my Barber license. |
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Tegan Capman
Representing Poultney High School Positions: O - Quarterback D - Defensive Back I was absolutely thrilled to be chosen for the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl. The rush of adrenaline and the pleasure of knowing my skills are recognized at such a high level. Plus, the camaraderie with other top players would be unforgettable. Receiving the yellow envelope telling me I was chosen filled me with great pleasure and gratitude. Future Plans: I will be entering the workforce after high school. |
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Oliver Cheer
Representing Champlain Valley High School Positions: O - Quarterback It is an honor to be alongside Vermont’s best for the 71st Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Game. I am grateful for the chance to compete and showcase my skills. This is an incredible opportunity to represent Vermont and beat New Hampshire. Future Plans: I will be continuing my football career as a Quarterback at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY, and I am interested in studying political science. |
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Jamison Couture
Representing Mt. Abe High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver When finding out I would be playing in this year's Shrine game, I was filled with excitement and joy. After training for years to make this game, it meant so much reading that I was one of the players selected for this game. Future Plans: After high school I will be attending Moravian University where I will be majoring in health science and playing football there as well. |
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Shane Curtin
Representing U32 High School Positions: D - Defensive Linebacker When I learned that I would be a participant in the 71st annual Shrine Bowl, my first emotion was pride. Proud to participate in such a great program. Proud of myself for receiving the opportunity to play in yet another game. My second emotion was honor. Honor to represent the team that I came from, and to have the honor to play in this game was something that I hoped to have had when I started playing high school football. It is my honor to say I am able to. Future Plans: I am taking a gap year, and will be joining the workforce as an Instructor at Steamboat Springs Resort in Colorado. |
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Jesse Darrell
Representing Bellows Falls Positions: O - Running Back D - Defensive Back After the last whistle of the North South game, I had expected to never play another down of football. After a late notice, I got called up to play in the Shrine Bowl. It made me beyond excited to know I will get to put the cleats on one last time. Future Plans: I plan to continue my education at Pace University in New York City. I will be studying Business Management, and potentially some Marketing. |
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Parker Daudelin
Representing BFA Positions: D - Defensive Back I am very excited and grateful to be selected to play in this year's Shrine Bowl game. Me and my friends that have played football always wanted to play, and looked up to the people that have made it. So, getting this opportunity is something I can't pass on. I love being involved with the sports field, whether it's playing, watching, or helping others when it comes to sports and athletics. Future Plans: I will be going to Castleton to play football and major in Sports Marketing. |
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Kaleb Gabert
Representing Burr & Burton Academy Positions: O - Wide Receiver I felt an overwhelming sense of joy and excitement when I learned that I would be playing in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl game. I'm beyond excited to have the opportunity to compete and showcase my skills. Knowing that I will be a part of this long standing tradition brings me a sense of fulfillment that words can hardly describe. I can't wait to step onto the field one more time cherishing every moment of this incredible experience. Future Plans: I will be joining the workforce after high school. |
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Jackson Gillett
Representing Middlebury High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver D - Defensive Back When I learned I would be playing in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl game, I felt excited and grateful to have the opportunity to play one last football game. Future Plans: When I finish my high school career, I plan on going to Georgia and becoming a lineman. |
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Derek Guillette
Representing North Country Union High School Positions: O - Offensive Line When my coach told me I was on the Shrine team I was very excited and honored to be selected. I am so thankful to play one last game and to represent the green mountain state. Future Plans: After my high school career is over, my future plans are to attend Southeast Lineman Center this fall and pursue a career in Vermont as a Lineworker. |
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Philip Gulizio, Jr.
Representing Mt. Mansfield High School Positions: O - Running Back D - Defensive Back When I was informed that I’d play in the Shrine bowl months ago, I felt indescribable excitement. While playing football with my youth program, I h had always envisioned myself playing on the varsity field, scoring touchdowns and making plays. Although this may not have been exactly the experience I had; I worked hard, I had passion, and I had an unfathomable amount of love for the game of football. Now, I constantly find myself reminiscing about my career; from youth to high school, and I can’t say that I got here alone. My teammates, coaches, and family all made sacrifices in order for me to be as successful as possible and I attribute my success and reputation in the Vermont football community to them. Future Plans: I will be continuing my academic career at Plymouth State University and studying Exercise and Sport Physiology. I intend to also continue my athletic career playing football at the University. |
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Spencer Hayes
Representing St. Johnsbury High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line When I learned that I was nominated to play in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl, I was excited as it had been a goal of mine since my freshman year. I also felt very accomplished being the fourth member of my family to have been chosen to play in the Shrine Bowl. I watched my brother play in the Shrine Bowl three years prior to my senior season, giving me the extra motivation to carry on the Hayes legacy. Future Plans: I plan to attend Vermont State University at Castleton to obtain my Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. |
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Gabriel Hoar
Representing Spaulding High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver D - Defensive Back When I first heard that I was chosen for the Shrine team, I was pretty shocked and, honestly, surprised. But that quickly turned to a feeling of pride and excitement. I was pleased to realize that my hard work had paid off. Future Plans: I will be attending college and studying Business and Criminal Justice. |
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Walker James
Representing Bellows Falls High School Positions: O - Running Back D - Defensive Back Being selected to play in the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Game is one of the highest individual honors you can achieve in Vermont Football. I am honored to be one of the players chosen to play for the 2024 Vermont Shrine team. Being selected for the Shrine team was an individual goal I have been working towards since I entered high school. Many friends and some family members have either played, or been a game day referee for this game and they talk about what an amazing experience it is. I am truly grateful for the opportunity and excited to play in the game. Go Vermont! Future Plans: This Fall I plan to attend East Carolina University with Business/Finance studies. |
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Jaquan Johnson-Deering
Representing Spaulding High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line The amount of emotions that overcame me when I got the email from the Shrine Bowl office was absolutely crippling. I've been fortunate enough to play this game for 13 years of my life and this is an opportunity that only a select few get, and it's even better because this time around this game is bigger than me. Future Plans: When I graduate I will be attending Vermont State University in the fall in order to obtain my BSN. |
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Isaac Karlin
Representing Colchester High School Positions: D - Defensive Line/Linebacker When I got invited to play in the Annual Shrine Bowl the first thing I did was tell my family. Knowing I'd be doing what I love and contributing to the fundraising efforts for Shriners Hospital for Children made me feel honored and excited. Future Plans: I will be attending Westminster University in Salt Lake City, where I will be studying Business and Finance, and also trying to walk-on the Griffin's Lacrosse team. |
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William Kearney
Representing Champlain Valley Union High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line I was very honored and surprised to learn that I was chosen to play in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl. I love the game of football and I have worked hard to get where I am at the high school level. To be recognized by the Shrine Football Organization for my solid character is also very special. I could not imagine playing a better sport. Most importantly, through this event we will raise money to help the Shriner’s Hospitals and to help the children. Future Plans: After graduating high school, I will be taking a year off to earn and save money for college, to travel, and to really focus on my physical conditioning to get my body football ready. I am considering going to a 2 year college that offers a strong football program, then transfer to 4 year university and complete my Bachelors while playing football at that school. My interests are finance and political science. It is my dream to make it to the NFL. |
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Andrew Keenan
Representing Hartford High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line When I heard that I was selected to play in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl I was ecstatic, because this has been one of my personal football goals since I was playing pee wee ball. Future Plans: I finished my high school career early. I plan to start my own landscaping/hardscaping business. |
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Watson Laffoon
Representing North Country Union High School Positions: O - Quarterback D - Defensive Back I was beyond excited to be selected for such a great team. I am excited to be able to work for a cause much greater than myself or any of the other players. I am willing to do anything I can to help the Shriners foundation. I am looking forward to my new opportunity and excited for the next step in my life. Future Plans: I am currently taking lessons to get my private pilot's license at my local airport. Following my private pilot's license, I will be going to American Flyers Flight School located in Houston, TX. The flight school will excel me forward in my aviation career. My goal is to become a commercial airline pilot. |
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Trey Lee
Representing Fair Haven High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver D - Defensive Back When my coach called me and asked if I wanted to play in the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl, I was fired up and I felt honored to be able to play for a cause like this. I’ve always wanted to play this game since I was young, and watching the older kids that I looked up to be able to play in this game made me want to play in it even more. I’m grateful that the coaching staff picked me and I’m excited to play one more game for a great cause. Future Plans: After high school is over, I will be continuing my academics at Vermont State University in Castleton Vermont, where I will be majoring in business. I will also be wrestling for Coach Legacy and the Castleton University wrestling team. |
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Derek Li
Representing Otter Valley High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line When learning about being picked for Shrine, I was excited, excited to play some more football, excited to meet new people, excited to create new teammates, and excited to get another chance to get on the grass, one last time. Future Plans: My plans after high school are to go to college. I would be majoring in mechanical engineering, but as of right now, I have yet to commit to anywhere. |
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Corey Lockwood
Representing Windsor Positions: O - Wide Receiver D - Defensive Back/Linebacker When I was first asked to join the Vermont team in the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl, I was excited and honored. Since winning the D3 championship my senior year, I have been eager to get back on the field and play some football again. I would like to thank all of my football coaches for providing me with the skills and drive to win, and the work ethic that has brought me to this platform. Future Plans: In the fall I will be attending Castleton University to study Business. |
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Sam Madow
Representing Brattleboro High School Positions: D - Defensive End Being selected for the 71st Annual Shrine team is an honor and a recognition of the hard work I have put in throughout my high school career. It is a chance to play the game I love one last time while raising money for a great cause. I am looking forward to representing the State of Vermont and my hometown of Brattleboro. Future Plans: I plan on attending Louisiana State University to study Construction Management. |
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Jack McCoy
Representing Burr & Burton Academy Positions: O - Quarterback When I first found out about my selection to the Vermont shrine football team I was extremely excited! To find out that I would be representing Vermont and playing with the most talented football players in the entire state is such an honor. On top of that, it is super cool that all the players that I have watched film on and competed against for so many years, will be brought together to be a part of one team. I am really looking forward to meeting, spending time, and playing with the best players in the state and can't wait to see what we all can do together on one field! Future Plans: After I graduate from Burr & Burton Academy, I will be continuing my education at St. John Fisher University, majoring in Athletic Performance. I will also be continuing my athletic career playing Quarterback on the St. John Fisher football team. Go Cardinals! |
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Gavin McNulty
Representing Middlebury High School Positions: O - Running Back D - Defensive Back When I received the news that I had made the Shrine team I was very excited! For years I saw Middlebury players make the Shrine team and I related it to being a very good football player and a huge accomplishment. My family was very excited because my uncle was part of the 1998 Shrine team and they all know what a huge honor it is. I am also looking forward to being on a team with some of my former opponents, who have become my friends, and playing again with my Middlebury teammates. Future Plans - I will be attending Husson University to study Conservation Law and play football. |
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Ezra Mock
Representing Hartford High School Positions: O - Running Back D - Defensive Back I am very honored and proud to be able to represent Vermont in the Shrine game. It has always been a goal of mine ever since I started playing football. It means a lot to be able to play my last football game alongside my friends who were chosen with me. Future Plans: I plan to join the workforce. |
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Brody Osgood
Representing Windsor High School Positions: D - Defensive Back When I learned I got selected for Shrine, I was excited to prepare and be part of it. As the 2023 season went on, I became more hopeful that I would make it to Shrine. My teammates and coaches really helped me compete and they are a big reason for my selection. I’m excited to participate in one more high school football game with the best players from Vermont and New Hampshire. I think it will be a memorable experience, and I’m grateful for the opportunity. Future Plans: I will be attending Vermont State University at Randolph studying Construction Management. |
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Deagan Rathburn
Representing BFA - St. Albans High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver D - Defensive Back When I started playing football my freshman year of high school I never would have thought that I would be playing in the Shrine Bowl my senior year. Over time the game of football grew on me and it became a huge goal of mine for all my hard work to finally be noticed. When I found out I would be playing in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl, I was very excited and extremely grateful to be noticed as some of Vermont's best players. It was a moment that will stick with me forever. Future Plans: I was hockey player of the year for VT D1 High School and have decided to play Juniors for the New Hampshire Avalanche Hockey team. |
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Brian Rutherford
Representing Champlain Valley Union High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver I was at work when I heard that I was playing in the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl. I immediately called my mom and dad to let them know. Playing in Shrine has been one of my goals since I first heard about it in elementary school. I have worked hard for years and to see my goal being achieved is a really good feeling. I was overjoyed when I found out that I would be playing in the game. I look forward to playing with the Vermont team and making new connections with new people. Future Plans: I will be attending Husson University this coming fall playing football. I will be majoring in Criminal Investigation and minoring in Sports Management. |
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Daniel Scarlotta
Representing Burr & Burton Academy Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line When I found out I was chosen, I felt honored to represent my school and family in the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Game. After years of watching my teammates playing in the game, it feels nice being able to look back and say that I was able to participate in such a worthy cause. Future Plans: My plan for post-graduation is to continue my athletic and academic career at Husson University where I will be studying Occupational Therapy. |
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Joe Silver
Representing St. Johnsbury High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver I attended my first Shrine Game when I was in Middle School and then had the opportunity to watch my brother Jacob in the 69th playing of the game. These experiences really opened my eyes to what a special event and cause this game is. When I was notified that I had been selected to play in the 71st game I felt extremely honored and grateful for the opportunity. Football is such an important and large part of my life so I feel blessed for the opportunity to take the field to help raise money for the children of the Shriner Hospitals. I can’t wait to join my teammates and take the field in August. Future Plans: I will be continuing my academic and athletic career at St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY, where I will be studying Business and playing football. |
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Connor Simons
Representing Champlain Valley Union High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line When I was notified I was picked for the Shrine Bowl, I was overwhelmed and thankful. I started playing football in fifth grade, and went in with no knowledge of who I would meet and what I would do. Seven years later, I have made so many friendships and connections, and have had coaches who have had a profound positive impact on my life. I am both excited and humbled to represent Vermont in the Shrine Bowl. This honor means so much to me - being evaluated and selected out of a group of incredibly talented Vermont seniors by a panel of coaches who believe in me as not only a player but as a person. I would like to thank my parents for supporting me throughout the years, driving me to and from practices when I couldn’t, and my brother and sister for being there for (almost) every game. Future Plans: After I graduate I plan on attending college in the fall, majoring in Business or Finance. I also hope to be playing collegiate football. |
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Max Spaeder
Representing Essex High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Back When I was told that I was selected to play in the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Game I was ecstatic. I set my sights on being selected for the game in my sophomore year after many of my teammates were selected to participate. I am extremely honored to have this opportunity to play beside Vermont's 40 best football players, but most importantly, I am happy to play for a cause like this. Future Plans: I will be attending Penn State University in the Fall with the goal of pursuing a career in Physical Therapy. |
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Ryan Spaulding
Representing Hartford High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line After dislocating my hip in the fifth game of the regular season, I thought for sure there was no chance I would be selected to play in the Shrine game. After learning that I was selected, I was beyond excited and grateful. This game is much more than just a game and I can't wait to be a part of it. My dad had the opportunity to play in the 2001 Shrine game and he always spoke so highly of it. Following in his footsteps was something that I've wanted to do since I was young. I'm thankful for this opportunity and I want to thank my coaches, teammates, and my mom and dad for helping me get here. Future Plans: After graduation I plan to go into the workforce for a couple of years while I take the time to decide on a career path. I am considering becoming an electrician or a Lineman for the power company as some possible career paths. |
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Carter Thompson
Representing Mt. Anthony Union High School Positions: O - Wide Receiver I was extremely excited once I found out that I had been selected to play in the 71st Annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl game. The selection is a great honor and I am very thankful to be able to be a part of this great cause. I am very happy to know I will be participating in a game that has a much greater purpose than just a normal high school football game. Future Plans: I am committed to continuing my academic and athletic career at Middlebury College. I plan to major in Physics as part of a Pre-Engineering path, while playing football and trying out for the baseball team. |
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Brayden Trombly
Representing Hartford High School Positions: O - Quarterback D - Defensive Back When I was told I would be playing in the Shrine game, I was more than ecstatic. My dad had coached the game my freshman year, and since then it's been my desire to play. Now being able to play with my friends and for my dad one last time is a dream come true. Future Plans: Next year I will be attending Husson University in Bangor, Maine to pursue a degree in secondary education and continuing my football career. |
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Brody Tyburski
Representing Hartford High School Positions: O - Running Back D - Defensive Line Football has been one of the most important things in my life ever since I was a kid. Being able to play a game that is solely focused on teamwork, hard work, and execution is a dream come true for me. Playing for the Shrine team and playing for something much bigger than myself is something that I take great pride in. I can't wait to get started! Future Plans: After high school I will continue to play football and study Business. |
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Tim Whitney, Jr.
Representing Middlebury High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Defensive Line When I learned that I was selected to be a part of this year's Shrine football team I was really excited. It is truly an honor to be recognized as one of Vermont's best, and to play in a game that is for such a good cause. I am excited to play alongside players I have been competing against for the past 4 years. And ready to hit the field one last time. Future Plans: After I graduate high school I will be working for Silver Maple Construction in Middlebury, VT. |
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Cole Withington
Representing Hartford High School Positions: O - Offensive Line D - Linebacker It was an honor to find out that I got selected to play in the Shrine game. Shrine is a great accomplishment in my family. Football is a passion that I share with both my grandfathers. It's an honor to play amongst the best in Vermont and against the best in New Hampshire. It's nice to be able to give back to the football community that has given me so much. Future Plans: My future plans after high school are to continue growing my landscaping business, Withington Property Service. |
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James 'JT' Wright
Representing Burr & Burton High School Positions: O - Tight End D - Linebacker Growing up, I remember going to the Shrine Game most summers and wondered if I too would one day be able to play in the game myself. So, once I had found out that I was selected to play this year, I was filled with excitement. I’m thrilled and honored to be able to represent Vermont in the 71st Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Game. Future Plans: This fall I will be playing football at Husson University in Bangor, Maine, where I will be studying Exercise Science. |