St. James, NY - May 7, 2018 - On May 2, several members of the Stony Brook University Men’s varsity basketball team, accompanied by Head Coach Jeff Boals and Assistant Coach Bryan Weber, visited St. James independent school Harbor Country Day.
During the visit, Coach Boals delivered an inspiring message about teamwork and commitment to the school’s Upper School students, followed by a rousing game of “knock-out” and a mini-scrimmage between Harbor Country Day’s undefeated girls’ team and the Seawolves players.
“We had a great time spending the afternoon at Harbor Country Day,” said Coach Boals. “We are so appreciative of the community support for our program throughout the year, and it's always a welcomed opportunity when we have a chance to spend time and return that support.”
Harbor Country Day Head of School John Cissel added, “It was such an honor to welcome Coach Boals and the Seawolves to Harbor, as the basketball program at Stony Brook has become a real source of pride throughout our local community. At Harbor, we strive to instill in our students the importance of strong character, integrity, and hard work, and the Stony Brook players and coaches are a perfect representation of those qualities. So not only was it a great experience for our girls’ team to play against the Seawolves, but it also was a wonderful opportunity to reinforce the important life lessons we try to teach every day.”
About Harbor Country Day School
Founded in 1958 by conscientious parents, Harbor Country Day School is an independent, co-educational day school for children from preschool through 8th grade situated in St. James’ Village of Head of the Harbor. The school employs a whole-child approach to education, wherein its rigorous curriculum is supported by a broad program in its academic, athletic, advisory, and visual and performing arts departments designed to develop all aspects of each child's talents and interests. Harbor Country Day School’s summer camp program, Camp Harbor, is among the leading summer camp programs on Long Island. The school’s mission to “cherish childhood, cultivate wonder, and inspire confident learners and leaders” underscores every child’s experience at Harbor Country Day School and ensures that all of its graduates are prepared to lead fulfilling lives filled with wonder, confidence, and many successes.
Harbor Country Day School is chartered by the New York State Board of Regents and is accredited by and a member of the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS). It is a non-sectarian, nonprofit organization under section 501(c) (3) of the IRS Code governed by a self-perpetuating board of trustees. For more information, visit www.hcdsny.org.