Vin Iovino, Jr.

Vin Iovino, Jr.

Vin Iovino, Jr.
(Football, 1964)


This next inductee served as class president for four years to the class of 1964, Vin Iovino, Jr. Aside from his duties serving his class, Vin was a standout football quarterback and baseball player for the Hatter's. While a member of the football team, Vin played for Coach Ed Crotty with Gus Edwards, Roger Schmiedel, Marty Green and Rich LaPine as assistants. During his senior year he was co-captain of the football team along with fellow 2011 inductee, John Merullo. While on the baseball team playing for Coach Clayt Haviland, Vin was named All-Conference. After his graduation from Danbury High, Vin continued his football playing career at the University of Connecticut where he was on the football team for four years, three years as a starter. Vin received two degrees from UConn: in 1968 a BS degree in physical education and in 1969 an M.A. degree. After his graduation from UConn, Vin began a long and distinguished career in coaching and education. Vin has coached or taught at UConn, Western Connecticut State University, Columbia University, Norwalk Community College, Plainfield High School, Wethersfield High School, Fox Lane High School, and New Canaan High School. In his long and distinguished career Vin has received many honors and awards. Among these are Westchester Coach of the Year, Connecticut High School Coaches Association Athletic Director of the Year, National High School Coaches Association Region I Athletic Director of the Year, the C.H.S.C.A. Thomas R. Monahan Award, and the IAABO #9 Recognition Award. He is in the Fox Lane High School, New Canaan High School, CHSCA and FCIAC Halls of Fame.