The North Haven High School football program, under the steady guidance of Coach Anthony Sagnella, is gearing up for a demanding 2025 playoff run. Sagnella, now in his 29th year, carries a career record of 173 wins, 128 losses and two ties, and his team will battle six playoff opponents from the SCC conference.
Returning star Artie McCormack IV, Jr. headlines a group of five offensive starters, having posted 7.3 yards per carry and 21 touchdowns as a sophomore. He will be joined by seniors Jonny Williston and Brett White, who will also carry the ball, while veteran lineman Josh Crouch anchors the line.
Key Offensive Threats
McCormack’s explosiveness will be the focal point of the offense, but the inexperienced offensive line may force opponents to look beyond the backfield. The depth at running back gives the coaching staff flexibility, yet the lack of seasoned linemen could expose the team to pressure.
Special Teams Stability
Evan DiMauro, Sr., returns as a versatile TE/LB/P player who previously logged 111 tackles and will contribute on both sides of the ball. Kicker Eli Reynolds, Jr., adds reliability by converting 28 extra points last season and averaging over 41 yards per punt.
With only 35 players on the roster, the smallest in recent memory, the team must guard against injuries that could derail its playoff hopes. The limited depth makes every snap valuable and forces the coaching staff to manage workloads carefully.
The 2025 slate includes conference matchups against Branford, Masuk, Daniel Hand, Berlin, Fairfield Prep, Guilford, Jonathan Law and West Haven, while the postseason will pit the Blue Devils against traditional powerhouses such as West Haven, Masuk and Notre Dame‑West Haven. Avoiding injuries will be critical as the schedule intensifies.
Coach Sagnella emphasizes that staying healthy will be the decisive factor as the squad looks to translate its experience into a deep playoff run. The combination of veteran leadership, playmaking talent and special‑teams consistency positions North Haven to compete despite the challenges ahead.