10/08/2026
Congratulations to the newest members of the Thornton Academy Athletic Hall of Fame!
Five individuals and two teams were inducted at a ceremony last weekend: Keith Croteau '94, Tori Daigle '15, Guy Doyon '76, Martha Olsen '64, Eric Purvis '81, the 1946 golf team, and the 2001 golf team.
"The Athletic Hall of Fame committee’s goal is to honor and recognize athletes, coaches, teams and others affiliated with the school that have excelled at or greatly contributed to athletics at Thornton Academy," said master of ceremonies Kirk Purvis, chair of the Athletic Hall of Fame Committee and a member of the Board of Trustees. "Today is a great day of celebration."
In addition to the athletic honors, David LePauloue '84 was recognized by the Alumni Association with the Unsung Hero and Public Service awards. "The specifics of David’s service to others are overwhelming," says David Pendleton '81, president of the TA Alumni Association. "He has participated in numerous events, for numerous organizations, and for numerous causes, year after year, with selfless service."
Pictured, from left: Guy Doyon; David LePauloue; Keith Croteau; 2001 Golf Team members Derek Schroeter, Peter Mohlin, Brandon Bisson, and Megan Angis; Eric Purvis; Laura Kennedy Mateya, daughter of Erwin Kennedy, Tori Daigle.
A second highlight of Homecoming Weekend was a 40th anniversary celebration of the 1986 state-championship football team. Coach Dick Agreste and members of the team were honored on the field at halftime of theTA - Portland football game.
