Senior Night Salute -- Class of 2009

Wes escorted by his parents, Peggy and Rick.

Wes will be going to Denison University in Ohio for college where he will definitely be playing lacrosse.  Denison is ranked 5th in Division III this year.

Wes has come to be a phenomenal net-minder, effective leader and a strong Captain for the Varsity squad. 

He has stood his ground many times and has kept the team out of the losing column on several occasions.  Wes will be an impact player at Denison and will without a doubt be one of Barrington’s most memorable players.

Tyler escorted by his parents, Mimi and Lome.

This was Tyler’s first year on Varsity playing attack.

Tyler will be attending the University of Denver in the fall.

Air BURKE!!!!!!   Has shown the coaches he can also score in addition to falling on the ground.

Kevin escorted by his mom and dad, Lynne and Don.

Kevin will be attending the University of Wyoming in the fall where he plans on playing Club lacrosse for the Cowboys as well as competing on the Shotgun Club. He will be majoring in Business/Marketing and Environmental Science.

Kevin is a 2 year Varsity player that has gone from being a D Mid specialist to starting on line 1.  He has become a go to player this season.

Charlie escorted by his mom and dad, Trish and Dan.

Charlie will be attending Northern Michigan in the fall where he plans on playing lacrosse.

Something that his parents are most proud of Charlie for, is the many hours, (over 125 hrs.) during high school that he spent serving soup on the streets to Chicago’s homeless. Rain, shine or freezing temperatures he was there on the street. Charlie showed these people respect and dignity. He brought smiles to their faces with his wonderful sense of humor, and for this, they will always be proud. 

Kyle escorted by mom and dad, Amy and Hugh.

Kyle's going to the University of Vermont for the state, the lacrosse, skiing and the education. 

He's interested in studying business and history.

Kyle is a two year Varsity captain who shown he is one of the top players in Illinois. 

We look forward to seeing him play for UVM next spring.

Dan escorted by his parents, Dana and John.

Dan will be attending the University of Missouri (Columbia) in the fall and is hoping to play club lacrosse. Dan is Hawaiian at heart, in spirit and in body.  He'll take anything that life throws at him and make the best of it...he has an undying love for his family... he'll drop anything to help a friend in need... and he'll always make time to relax and enjoy life, especially under a warm Hawaiian sun! 

Dan has been a solid performer for two years on the Varsity team being able to excel at both the midfield and attack.

Brad escorted by parents, Julie and Gary.

Brad has played Varsity for the past 3 years. He played middie for 2 years and this year moved to attack. He has proven to all, including the coaches, that he truly can be an attack man. Brad is not only a lacrosse player but a strong student. This past fall Brad made academic all conference in Football. Next year he will attend Purdue University. He will room with a Lacrosse player from St. Viator and they both will play on Purdue Lacrosse team.

Brad has been one of the top offensive players this season.

Kyle escorted by his parents, Terri and Mark.

Kyle is an unpretentious and determined young man. Even a broken ankle and a strong recommendation from his doctor NOT to play Lacrosse his Senior Season couldn’t keep Kyle off the Lacrosse field this year.

His natural drive and seven consecutive semesters on the honor roll will serve him well next year at Michigan State where he will pursue a degree in engineering.

Kyle is Mr. Hustle, giving 100% every time he steps on the field.  He has been a tough defensive midfielder and even proved he can score. 

Matt #23 escorted by his mom, Suzanne.

Matt is a BHS Honors Student, Illinois State Scholar, and National Honor Society Member at Barrington High School. Matt has also volunteered as a math tutor for kids at Grove Avenue School and worked at the St. Anne Food Pantry.

Matt will be attending Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota on an academic scholarship in the fall.

Matt has one of the most fluid sticks on the field and has become a go to player throughout his senior season.

Yousef escorted by his mom and dad, Susan and Zubair.

As a midfielder and face-off man Yousef has helped lead the Varsity offensively for the past 2 years.

In the fall, Yousef will be attending the University of Illinois.

Yousef  has given 100% from day one of pre-season lifting to the end of this season.  He has been an outstanding leader on and off the field.

Nolen escorted by parents, Laura and Quinten.

Nolen has played long stick middie for the past 2 years on Varsity.

He will be attending Purdue University in the fall. 

Nolan has been instrumental in preventing fast breaks at the face off and getting our transition game started going the other way.

Kevin escorted by his parents, Anita and Mike.

Kevin will be attending University of Montana for his continuing education.  Yes, Kevin has expressed interest to play on the UM LAX club team. 

Participating in BHS choir and "Ten" the BHS men’s singing group, has also been a wonderful experience he intends to continue in college; understand the choir and "Ten" will perform at graduation ceremony........  

Without a doubt the tallest defenseman in Illinois lacrosse, Kevin Maher has come to stand as our silent giant.

Reed escorted by his parents, Robin and Mark.

Reed will be attending DePaul in the fall. He is planning to play club lacrosse at DePaul.

Community service has really been a meaningful part in Reed’s life. He has been an enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer for the past two years in the "Fantastic Ride" program, mentoring at-risk middle school students. 

Reed has been the anchor for the Varsity squad during the 2009 season.  His leadership and fierce play have made the difference in some of the Squad’s closer games. 

Ryan escorted by his parents, Megan and Michael.

Ryan is looking forward to attending Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Indiana.  He is majoring in engineering, leaning towards Chemical. 

Ryan played lacrosse for all 4 years at BHS, the last 2 on varsity.  He also wrestled for 3 years.  He hopes to play on Rose-Hulman's club team. 

By the end of the summer, Ryan will have made 4 trips to the Gulf Coast for Katrina recovery efforts. 

Ryan’s contributions on the lacrosse field are widespread. 

Eric escorted by his parents, Darcy and Gery.

Eric Herrmann will be attending University of Iowa studying Biomedical Engineering in the Honors Program in the fall.

Eric has been a solid contributor all year long and an equally good team mate.

Owen escorted by his parents, June and Tim.

Owen will be attending the University of Wisconsin Madison in the fall and plans on studying medicine. 

He is the president of the BHS National Honor Society and member of Code Red. 

the past two years Owen has been silent and deadly in the way he plays.  He is not the rah-rah leader; Owen just gets it done. 

The team will regret the loss of the Dynamic Duo of Owen and Reed.  No practice will be the same without their Velociraptor noises.