NECC Observer

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Coach promoted to full-time in new role

coach Dareen Stratton promoted to new roleNECC athletics website

Coach Darren Stratton

Darren Stratton, the current Men’s basketball coach has been given the newly created role of Assistant Director of Auxiliary Services for transportation and athletics. Athletic director Dan Blair announced the promotion this week, NECC newsroom reports.  

In this new role Stratton will manage NECC’s new transportation program between the Haverhill and Lawrence campuses. Stratton will also serve as the liaison for athletics to the college’s athletic coaching programs. Other responsibilities include assisting the student alumni office to enhance student athlete alumni outreach. 

Meanwhile, Stratton will continue his duties as the Basketball head coach, a position he has held for twenty seasons.