Captains named for 2023 campaign

Matt DeVito containing a 
dangerous Milford player

The CHS Boys Soccer program is proud to announce our 2023 team captains- Matt DeVito, Zaza Francoeur, and Nick Ruggeri.

This group of three rising seniors all bring their own leadership styles with them to the role of captain. They have been handed the important responsibility of helping to lead the program on to our next chapter- a chapter that will be new, exciting and challenging- as the program is saying goodbye to a class of 13 seniors who have made a major impact in the past few seasons.  They have a great opportunity to make a big difference as we begin a new journey. 

Zaza Francoeur skying
over a Milford player 
winning a head ball

Congratulations to all three of them as they begin this important work as leaders and difference-makers! 

Matt DeVito- It's hard to point at another Bulldog who worked harder last off-season at improving his game than Matt.  His drive and commitment are only part of what makes him a great leader.  Matt has a very high standard for himself and provides a great model for his teammates on how to be accountable. His teammates certainly know how much Matt cares about them and the success of the team. Matt trains and plays in the off-season with Scorpions soccer club. 

Zaza Francoeur- Zaza is a great teammate who knows how to put team first. He also has a very positive and thoughtful leadership style. He has the unique ability to hold those around him accountable to high standards while also building them up. He is all upside! He is also a physical presence that earns the respect of those around him. Zaza is currently excelling on the hardwood for the Bulldog Boys Basketball team. 

Nick Ruggeri- Nick started every game in goal for the Bulldogs during the 2022 season. Having someone with his soccer IQ and passion in the goalkeeping position is such a huge positive for our team. Nick knows how to balance his voice with fire and support of his teammates. He currently is competing for the CHS Swim team.  He also trains and plays in the off-season with Commonwealth Football Club. He is the third Ruggeri brother to serve as a CHS Boys Soccer captain- a program first!

Nick Ruggeri in action in the Bulldog goal during the 2022 season