Clark a big cog in Norwich’s success
By Patrick Newell
Sun Sports Editor
pnewell@evesun.com
Seton Catholic Central’s bulky senior forward, Dan Gosney, drove like a freight train to the hoop in the second half of Tuesday’s game against Norwich. Stepping forward into Gosney’s path was Norwich senior guard Timmy Clark. Clark was obliterated – knocked back at least 10 feet. Gosney was whistled for a charging call, and Clark hopped back to his feet – another big play for the senior guard, one that will not make the morning box score.
Clark was named to the STOP-DWI all-tournament team Tuesday night. No, he wasn’t the Tornado’s leading scorer, nor the second or third top scorer, but no player was more valuable to the Purple’s success – in the tournament and through nine games this season – and he is this week’s Evening Sun Athlete of the Week.
“Timmy being named to the DWI all-tournament team shows the minds of the selection committee,” said NHS head coach Mark Abbott, who is rapidly creeping up on 300 career wins in his 23-year tenure on the bench. “In my mind, I felt Timmy was deserving of the honor, but when his name was called, I was still surprised.”
Clark was near perfect in the Tornado’s victory over Vestal on Monday night dishing out 12 assists and not relinquishing the ball once – zero turnovers. He chipped in with seven points, drew another charge, and had a handful of steals. “Timmy just wants to win, and he does whatever it takes,” Abbott said. “He’s such a competitor, and he’s probably one of the most unselfish, team-oriented players we’ve ever had. That says a lot.”
Clark is in the top 10 of his class academically, and he’s a three-sport athlete starting at quarterback on the football field, at point guard on the hardwood floor, and at shortstop on the baseball diamond. And he does it all with a positive attitude in which nary a negative word is uttered, while also showing the utmost respect for his teammates, opponents, and elders.
“I can’t think of anyone who plays those three marquee positions (in football, basketball, and baseball), and does it at such a high level,” Abbott said. “He’s the most humble kid, and you have to love him. There’s no way you can’t like Timmy Clark. If you don’t, you’re not a good person.”
Clark is wrapping up his ninth year in the Norwich basketball program serving three years as a team manager, then his gradual ascension on the floor beginning with modified, freshman, and junior varsity basketball. “It’s hard to believe he’s a senior and his basketball career at Norwich will be over in less than three months,” Abbott said. “He’s certainly an important cog for us at both ends of the floor, and he will be missed.”
Sun Sports Editor
pnewell@evesun.com
Seton Catholic Central’s bulky senior forward, Dan Gosney, drove like a freight train to the hoop in the second half of Tuesday’s game against Norwich. Stepping forward into Gosney’s path was Norwich senior guard Timmy Clark. Clark was obliterated – knocked back at least 10 feet. Gosney was whistled for a charging call, and Clark hopped back to his feet – another big play for the senior guard, one that will not make the morning box score.
Clark was named to the STOP-DWI all-tournament team Tuesday night. No, he wasn’t the Tornado’s leading scorer, nor the second or third top scorer, but no player was more valuable to the Purple’s success – in the tournament and through nine games this season – and he is this week’s Evening Sun Athlete of the Week.
“Timmy being named to the DWI all-tournament team shows the minds of the selection committee,” said NHS head coach Mark Abbott, who is rapidly creeping up on 300 career wins in his 23-year tenure on the bench. “In my mind, I felt Timmy was deserving of the honor, but when his name was called, I was still surprised.”
Clark was near perfect in the Tornado’s victory over Vestal on Monday night dishing out 12 assists and not relinquishing the ball once – zero turnovers. He chipped in with seven points, drew another charge, and had a handful of steals. “Timmy just wants to win, and he does whatever it takes,” Abbott said. “He’s such a competitor, and he’s probably one of the most unselfish, team-oriented players we’ve ever had. That says a lot.”
Clark is in the top 10 of his class academically, and he’s a three-sport athlete starting at quarterback on the football field, at point guard on the hardwood floor, and at shortstop on the baseball diamond. And he does it all with a positive attitude in which nary a negative word is uttered, while also showing the utmost respect for his teammates, opponents, and elders.
“I can’t think of anyone who plays those three marquee positions (in football, basketball, and baseball), and does it at such a high level,” Abbott said. “He’s the most humble kid, and you have to love him. There’s no way you can’t like Timmy Clark. If you don’t, you’re not a good person.”
Clark is wrapping up his ninth year in the Norwich basketball program serving three years as a team manager, then his gradual ascension on the floor beginning with modified, freshman, and junior varsity basketball. “It’s hard to believe he’s a senior and his basketball career at Norwich will be over in less than three months,” Abbott said. “He’s certainly an important cog for us at both ends of the floor, and he will be missed.”
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