Absolutely brutal news this morning of Bridgton Academy’s legendary coach Whit Lesure passing away suddenly at the age of 66.
This one hits really, really hard for me. Forget about the fact that he was a terrific coach, a 4-time NEPSAC champion, someone who was all about developing people.
But Whit was such a good guy. I wouldn’t be where I am today in this business, as he really helped me as a young journalist breaking into the prep school/recruiting end of things. He was a straight shooter and I going to miss seeing and talking to him. Prayers go out to Whit’s entire family.
Here’s a statement from Bridgton Academy:
“The entire Bridgton Academy community is devastated by the loss of Basketball Coach Whit Lesure, 66, who passed away early this morning after a medical emergency at his home on campus. Coach Lesure won four NEPSAC AAA championships during his 29-year tenure at Bridgton Academy, earning him admission into the New England Basketball Hall of Fame. He was beloved by his players, as well as the students who turned to him for support in his role as advisor, dorm parent, and college counselor. He was deeply admired and respected by his colleagues on campus and fellow basketball coaches everywhere. We extend our deepest sympathies to his wife Marybeth and the Lesure family. Coach Whit’s passing leaves an enormous hole in our hearts and in our community.”
When I call someone “my hero” there is a 98% chance that you are really my hero…but I don’t trust when people call me “my guy”, I think it’s probably a 40% chance at best that I’m your guy.
One can’t measure the lives he impacted. His energy resonated through his staff and his players. Every interaction with Amir would be full of life and inspiration and for that we thank you. Praying for your family and program.
For their work in the classroom, the Huskies have been named to the 2023-24 NABC Team Academic Excellence Awards list, while five individuals earned NABC Honors Court!
🎓 Chris Doherty
🎓 Bryce Johnson
🎓 Glen McClintock
🎓 Alexander Nwagha
🎓 Luka Sakota
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