A Season of Optimism
Coach Anthony Salvati enters his fifth year at the helm with a career record of 18‑12 in the Pequot Conference and 34‑26 overall, giving the Thunderbirds a stable foundation as they prepare for the 2026 campaign.
The offense returns intact, anchored by junior running back Jack Sigel, who amassed 1,012 rushing yards and 22 touchdowns a year ago, and junior quarterback Matteo Anderson, who threw for 14 scores in his sophomore season. Their complementary skill sets give the team a dynamic dual‑threat attack.
Defensively, the squad boasts a returning linebacker corps that includes Landen Burns, who recorded 112 tackles in 2025, providing experience and leadership on that side of the ball.
A Challenging Schedule
North Branford will face a slate of playoff‑caliber opponents, including Seymour, Weaver/Hartford Public/Classical, Rockville, Cromwell/Portland, and Ellington, testing the team early and often.
Despite the tough road, the Thunderbirds’ depth on both sides of the ball, highlighted by a fully returning offensive line, is viewed as a key advantage that could propel them into the postseason.
The team plays its home games at George A. Colfati Field and competes in the Pequot Conference, where Coach Salvati’s tenure has been marked by steady improvement and community engagement.