Kelley Haines made her oral commitment to attend the University of New Hampshire back in August, but last week made it official by signing her National Letter of Intent while Joann Haines, her mother, and Gregg Simon, Newtown High School athletic dir

By KIM HARMON

Published: Nov 21, 2003 12:00 am

Kelley Haines made her oral commitment to attend the University of New Hampshire back in August, but last week made it official by signing her National Letter of Intent while Joann Haines, her mother, and Gregg Simon, Newtown High School athletic director, looked on.

Haines will play her senior year under new coach Tim Salem and the prospects for a dramatic season are well known. Haines is just 142 points of cracking the 1,000-point barrier and 257 points shy of breaking Lynn Lattanzioâs school record of 1,115 career points.

Haines considered Boston University and the University of Delaware as two of her other top choices, but settled on the University of New Hampshire, citing the coaches as well as the scenic campus for helping her decide.

The UNH Lady Wildcats â coached by Sue Johnson, now in her sixth year â finished 13-16 overall and 7-9 in the America East Conference in 2002-03. Maren Mathias of Guilford, one of the twin towers who helped oust Newtown High School from the CIAC Class LL state tournament back in 2000, presently is the âCats senior center and leading scorer.

UNH was voted fourth best in the America East Conference pre-season poll. The Lady Wildcats defeated the Austrian club team UBBC Herzogenburg, 81-56, in pre-season action recently as Mathias scored 20 points and dragged down nine rebounds

The âCats will square off against teams like Stony Brook, Quinnipiac University and the University of Hartford.

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My darling, You were the best GRANDmother a child could ask for. You created so many great memories & traditions that I have passed down to your Great grandchildren. You brought joy into every room you stepped into. Your laughter, singing, whistling and the signature Rockettes high kicks, is something I will always hold in my heart. There was something about walking into your home and being greeted by your beautiful face. *kiss on each check* followed by HELLOOOOOO Darling! The classical music playing softly in the background and your love and comfort made your home, a safe space. Somewhere, where love knew no boundaries. It was so much more than a home. I aim for the same in my home, and play the classic music 24/7, but it will never be the same. I pray I can be 1/4 of GRAND, you put in GRANDmother. You were so resilient. You found the positive in every situation. I look up to you so much. I remember begging Mom and Dad for years to change my name to “Carmen”. They didn’t officially change my name, but eventually started calling me “Carmenita” as I am a little you. THE HONOR. You were there for me, no matter the day or hour. You were always the one who would talk me through whatever hard situation I was going through. When my baby passed away, I refused to talk to anyone for 3 weeks. Except for you. You said to me “Better days are coming, babes. There’s always a rainbow after the storm”. Of course, you were right, because you are GRAND. I picture you in heaven dancing and laughing with him. Uncle Jay playing the money game with him. To know you are with your children again & with mine does bring me some joy. Twas the night before Christmas & New Year’s Eve, will never be the same. Another tradition you created. A memory that will last forever. Not just with me, but for generations to come. It may not be the same, but we won’t let it die. It will live on, in your name. To be your first GRANDchild was a blessing. I could write an entire book about you & all the amazing things about you. Even though we were robbed of time together & it makes me angry, I know I will see you again. This isn’t a goodbye, but a “see you later”. Just like we ended every phone call. Ciao, darling. I love you. MWAH MWAH! Love your GRANDchild, Kimberly aka Carmenita

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