Westbrook Athletic Department Honored at CIAC Sportsmanship Summit
The Westbrook Athletic Department was honored with two of the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference’s (CIAC) most prestigious awards at the 19th Annual CIAC Sportsmanship Summit, held Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the Aqua Turf Club in Plantsville, CT.
Westbrook was recognized with the Michael’s Cup Award for the ninth consecutive year, making it one of only two schools in the state to achieve this distinction. The Michael’s Cup is awarded to schools that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to sportsmanship, leadership, participation, athletic achievement, academic support, and community service throughout their athletic programs.
In addition, Westbrook received the Fred Balsamo Sportsmanship Award, which supports and recognizes sportsmanship endeavors among CIAC member schools. The CIAC Sportsmanship Committee selects recipients based on their promotion of tolerance, acceptance, and respect; the impact of their programming on student development; alignment with CIAC program principles; and the overall reach of sportsmanship efforts among student-athletes.
Westbrook’s Athletic Leadership Council (ALC), a group of student-athletes who meet regularly to promote integrity, school spirit, and positive athletic culture, proudly represented the district at the summit. ALC members engage in a variety of initiatives aligned with the CIAC’s sportsmanship protocol and play a key role in reinforcing the values of teamwork and respect within the Westbrook athletic community.
“We are incredibly proud of our student-athletes, coaches, and entire school community for continuing to lead with character,” said Caitlin Eichler, Director of Athletics. “These awards are not just about recognition. They’re about how we lead, how we represent our school, and how we support one another on and off the field.”
These honors highlight Westbrook’s long-standing commitment to excellence in athletics and the development of student leaders who exemplify what it means to compete with class.
