The Seymour Wildcats are poised to make a deep playoff run this fall, building on a 9‑2 record from a year ago that ended in the Class S quarterfinals against Ansonia. The team finished the 2024 season with high expectations, and the coaching staff is already laying the groundwork for another strong campaign.
A New Chapter for the Wildcats
Coach Dan Dunaj, now in his third season, brings a 13‑8 record and a career tally of 43‑29. He emphasizes daily improvement over immediate results, urging the squad to focus on the process as they chase a postseason berth.
A major storyline is the transition at quarterback, where senior Max Brito, a three‑year two‑way starter at wide receiver and outside linebacker, will take the snap after limited sub‑varsity experience at the position. He will be supported by returning stalwarts such as Payton Motyl, Kegan Elkins and Liam Diaz, who saw extensive action on both sides of the ball last season.
The Wildcats’ schedule features marquee conference matchups against Ansonia, North Branford, Oxford, Wilby, Wolcott, Watertown, Naugatuck, WCA at Municipal Stadium, and Woodland, the team that handed them a 28‑14 defeat in the 2024 NVL championship game. Home games will be played at John T. DeBarber Memorial Field in Seymour.
Special teams also benefit from veteran presence, with Brito handling punting duties, Jordan Gonzales as place kicker and Motyl as long snapper, adding stability as the squad aims to execute its process‑first philosophy.