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Basketball - Boys, Varsity

2019 - 2020

Head Coach: James Cormier

2017 NEPSAC Class AA Champions
National Tournament Elite 8

Cushing basketball participates in the NEPSAC class AA, which is considered to be the top league in the nation. Cushing’s basketball tradition is strong, having won a New England championship as recently as 2017 and appearing in the 2016 game. Over the years, Cushing has provided a balanced attack of academics, coaching, and skill development for student-athletes, enabling many to go on and play for some of the top university programs such as Virginia Tech, UConn, Syracuse, Butler, Providence, Missouri, and countless other division 1, 2, and 3 teams across the country.

The off-season schedule provides the same demands as those of the top college programs. Pick-up games are part of our daily routine along with individual workouts throughout the week. Certified strength and conditioning coaches are available to offer individualized programs to our players.

In addition to player development on and off the court, finding the “right fit” is a crucial piece of making your college decision. Many factors are to be considered, such as academics, financial-aid/athletic scholarship, style of play, and coaching, and may change based on the needs of the individual’s family. Coach Cormier has experience at every level of college basketball, and his network is strong within the basketball community. Coach understands the recruiting process and what attracts coaches at the next level.

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Head Coach: James Cormier

jacormier@cushing.org

Bio
James Cormier serves as Cushing’s Varsity Boys’ Basketball coach and Assistant Director of Admissions. A graduate of Proctor Academy in Andover, New Hampshire, he was captain of the football, basketball, and baseball teams during his senior year, and was nominated for the McDonald’s All-American game in basketball. He went on to earn a scholarship at D2 Lemoyne College, where he was a four-year starter and a member of the team that upset Syracuse University in the Carrier Dome. He was also a senior captain for the program.

After college, Mr. Cormier worked at Rutgers-Newark. During his time at R-N, he took graduate courses and worked towards a degree in Public Administration. He was in charge of recruiting and academic progress, and assisted in scouting reports and game planning. He helped Rutgers-Newark earn an at-large bid to the D33 NCAA tournament.

At the conclusion of one season, Mr. Cormier was offered a job as an athletics assistant at Northfield Mount Hermon, working specifically with the basketball program. While there, NMH held a first-place ranking for the majority of the regular season. The team finished with a 21-9 record and lost in the semi-finals of the NEPSAC tournament and the semi-final of the National Championship tournament. He also had six advisees and lived in the largest boys’ dorm on campus.

Most recently, Mr. Cormier spent time as an assistant coach for Dartmouth College. He worked with the perimeter players and was responsible for scouting reports and recruiting. In 2013-2014, he mentored Alex Mitola who was a 1,000-point scorer and an all-league selection. He assisted in the development of Miles Wright who earned Ivy League Rookie of the Year honors. In 2013-2014, Dartmouth finished with a .500 record, the best record in nearly 20 years and good enough for the Big Green’s first post-season birth in 56 years. The following year, he was involved with the recruitment of Evan Boudreaux, who learned Ivy League Rookie of the Year honors as well.

Coach Cormier’s father, Paul Cormier, played a pivotal role in his knowledge and passion for the game of basketball. Coach Paul Cormier spent over 21 years as a D1 head coach at Dartmouth College and Fairfield University, and over 12 years as an assistant coach in the NBA.
Assistant Coach: Tyler McFarland

tymcfarla@cushing.org

Bio
A 2012 graduate of Cushing, Tyler McFarland previously taught at Hillside School in Marlborough Massachusetts, where he taught mathematics, served as a dormitory parent, and coached basketball and golf. He graduated from Bentley University with a B.S. in Mathematical Sciences and Business Studies, where he made the Dean’s List and President’s List. He also played four years of varsity basketball for the NCAA Division II Bentley Falcons. A Division II All-American, Mr. McFarland’s accomplishments on the court make him Bentley’s all-time leading scorer. Upon graduating, he served as an intern in Cushing’s Summer Session in 2016 and now teaches mathematics and economics and coaches basketball and weightlifting.

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Cushing Academy

Cushing Academy exists for students and develops curious, creative, and confident learners and leaders. Founded in 1865, Cushing is a co-ed, college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 and PG. Our students, who come from over 30 states and 30 countries, excel in our outstanding academic, art, and athletic offerings. We welcome you to visit our community and beautiful 162-acre campus in Ashburnham, Mass., just one hour from Boston, to experience all that Cushing has to offer.

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