Welcome to the South Kent Sports Legacies section, where we honor the rich history and enduring legacy of athletic excellence at South Kent School. From storied victories to unforgettable moments, our athletic programs have left an indelible mark on the landscape of prep school sports. In this section, we invite you to journey through the annals of time, celebrating the achievements of past athletes, coaches, and teams whose dedication and passion have shaped our sporting traditions.
Join us as we pay homage to the triumphs, challenges, and enduring spirit that define the proud heritage of South Kent athletics.
Brandon Crawley spent most of his childhood in New Jersey, as he was born in a small town called Glen Rock. After starting his career with the New York Jr. Rangers and the Jersey Wildcats, Crawley came to South Kent to play for the 18U team. As a defenseman, Brandon Crawley had 5 goals and … Read more
Jake Ryczek was born and raised in Springfield, MA, about an hour and a half north of South Kent School. After playing youth hockey with the New York Jr. Ryczek joined the Hillside in 2013 to compete with the 16U team. In 26 appearances at South Kent, Jake Ryczek had a total of 17 points … Read more
Andrew Peeke spent his childhood in Parkland, Florida, as he found the love of hockey at a young age. With limited opportunities to grow his game, Peeke moved to South Kent at the age of 14 to skate with the Selects Academy. He played on the Hillside for three years and won USPHL Defensive Player … Read more
Keith Petruzzelli was born and raised in nearby Wilbraham, Massachusetts. Aa a member of the 18U team for South Kent during the 2015-16 season, Petruzzelli had the best season a goalie could have; winning the USPHL Goaltender of the Year, USPHL Most Valuable Player, and helping the team win the USPHL National Championship. Following the … Read more
Shane Pinto was born and raised in Franklin Square, NY. Athleticism runs in the Pinto family, as he gained inspiration from his father who played baseball, while both his mother and sister played softball. Pinto’s journey as a hockey player differs from others because he did not commit to making hockey his main sport until … Read more
Matthias “Emilio” Pettersen is a Norwegian hockey player who was born on April 3, 2000 in Manglerud, Norway. After playing in Europe during his early years, Pettersen joined the Hillside from 2014-2016, tallying 53 goals and 89 assists. Because of his strong results and high work ethic, Pettersen then transitioned to the USHL, playing for … Read more
Growing up in Cicero, New York, Joel Farabee played for the Syracuse Nationals, Buffalo Jr. Sabres, and Selects Hockey Academy at South Kent. Subsequently, Farabee earned a spot on the United States National Team Developmental Program. This helped him gain more publicity in the hockey world, resulting in him signing to play college hockey with … Read more
Skyler Brind’Amour was born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina. He has been a standout prospect since a young age, as he played for the Carolina Jr. Hurricanes from 2011-12 and the USA U17 and U18 teams from 2016-17. During his time with the National Teams, Brind’amour played for South Kent and totaled 22 goals … Read more
Ethan Phillips fell in love with the game of hockey in his hometown of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Along with MacDonald and Plandowski, Phillips played in the Team Nova Scotia system as a teenager. After spending time in junior hockey with Sioux Falls Stampede, Phillips played for South Kent’s 18U team for 21 games, scoring 9 … Read more
Zachary Jones was born on October 18, 2000 in Richmond, VA. Jones graduated from the Hillside in 2018. In his 18U season, Zachary Jones had 8 goals and 37 assists as a defenseman. He would go on to play for the Tri City Storm for a year in the USHL, where he had 7 goals … Read more