Biography In 1986, when the Southeastern Mass Conference coaches huddled to make All Star selections, Mike Barboza's name was at the top of the list. "A two year starter at center and defensive tackle for the Bombardiers. Barboza proved to be one of the best in AHS history." The 5' 10" 180lbs.. Barboza played with a ferocious determination on both sides of the ball. O...
Inducted1998High School AttendedAttleboroGraduated1987
Biography Richard “Dick” Barrett was a member of the 1953 Attleboro Blue Bombardier football team, a team that was more commonly known in the community as the “Toziermen”. Barrett, wearing #68, played quarterback on legendary AHS coach Howard Tozier’s last team. The athletic Barrett joins teammates, John Lepper, Bob Lepper, Rollie Kerkhoff and Dick Pariseau in the Att...
Inducted2008High School AttendedAttleboroGraduated1954
Biography Ted Barrett, who joins the Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, is arguably the greatest running back in Rocketeer history. In a glittering, three-year career, he scored 206 points. ncluding 162 in his senior year. when he led the state. He also set the school rushing record when. as a senior. he chalked up 1.457 yards on 184 carries. The fleet you...
Inducted1988High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated1983
Biography As a sophomore when he was 2nd on the depth chart on the JV team, Mike Barry knew with an upcoming off-season of hard work, he would get an opportunity the following year to make an impact at the varsity level for the Blue Bombardiers. Winning the job as a cornerback on the starting unit for assistant coach Wayne Simarrian’s defense, Barry became one of the ...
Inducted2018High School AttendedAttleboroGraduated2009
Biography An outstanding linebacker with tremendous football instincts, Tim Batrucca helped set the tone for the Red Rocketeer defense in both his junior and senior seasons. Tim led the team with 110 tackles as a junior in 2002. As Captain in 2003 Tim battled through ankle injuries yet once again lead the team with 54 tackles, ran the ball for 303 yards and 4 TD’s, an...
Inducted2011High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated2004
Biography For two seasons in 1972 and 1973, Bombardier Mike Bassis was the best quarterback in the tough Southeastern Mass Conference, while leading AHS to a combined 13-5 record and one Conference Co-Championship. Superbly talented, the 6'3" option style quarterback could devastate opponents with his passing, running and kicking. Bassis had a "coach-like" understandi...
Inducted1995High School AttendedAttleboroGraduated1974
Biography Drck Beaupre made invaluable contributions to the North teams which lost only two games in two years in 1944-45. As a fullback, he handled crucial blocking assignments for the Rocketeers· quick-breaking formations. As the safety man on defense, he was the last defender between his team and the goalline. a chore he performed with great effectiveness. as witne...
Inducted1991High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated1946
Biography It can be very difficult to illustrate the importance of a football player when there are no statistics. It’s easy for Neal Beaupre, simply speak to anyone who watched him, coached him, or played beside him. Boomer, as he is affectionately known, was an integral part of the 1988 Super Bowl team and a three year letterman. As a center, he unlocked lanes for H...
Inducted2015High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated1989
Biography At 6'1", 205lbs. and a National Honor Society student, John Bedard was a dominant two-way player at both offensive and defensive tackle who used his strength, size and intelligence to accomplish his assignments. In 1983, "Jake" enjoyed some of his best all-around play against his cross-town rivals from Attleboro. Facing a severe size disadvantage on opening ...
Inducted1999High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated1984
Biography Chad Bennett was an outstanding athlete during his tenure at Attleboro High School where he excelled on the gridiron in the fall, on the hard-court in winter, and jumped to success during spring track. However, Chad’s large frame and terrific hands earned him the recognition he is receiving this evening. Bennett played all phases of the game for the Blue &am...
Inducted2012High School AttendedAttleboroGraduated1996
Biography AI Berard was an outstanding two-way performer for the Rocketeers during the 1967 and 1968 seasons. Offensively he was the team's leading ground gainer in 1968. Defensively his speed and agility enabled him to be a sure tackler and an aggressive pass defender. Al's senior year was a year of transition, as a new coaching staff guided the Rocketeers on their r...
Inducted1990High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated1969
Biography In 1975 and 1976, Dennis Blanchette was an outstanding two way player at offensive tight end and defensive safety. He was a ferociously competitive, "Mike Ditka type'' tight end who struck fear in the hearts of opponents on game day and teammates in practice. A true "player's player", dennis Blancheue was at full speed on every play! A punishing blocker and ...
Inducted1996High School AttendedAttleboroGraduated1977
Biography Chet Bodinski was a key contributor to some of the finest teams ever produced by the legendary Coach Raymond Yates. A true and all-purpose player, Chet was a standout fullback who ran , passed, punted, kicked off, kicked extra points, and played tough, alert defense. At his best in clutch situations, Chet shone brightest as a senior against Attleboro, when h...
Inducted1988High School AttendedN. AttleboroGraduated1939