October 3, 2025 - Middletown High School (MHS) is excited to announce the appointment of Angelo Morello as the new Head Softball Coach. Mr. Morello brings a strong record of success, leadership, and commitment to student-athlete development to the MHS athletic program.
Mr. Morello joins the Middletown community following an impressive tenure at Cromwell High School, where he served as the Head Softball Coach from 2013 to the present. His dedication to the sport has earned him significant recognition, including being named 3-time All Shoreline Coach of the Year.
His coaching highlights include leading his team to a:
2022 Class S State Championship.
2023 Class S State Runner-Up finish.
"Angelo's experience in building a championship-caliber program speaks for itself," said Elisha De Jesus, MPS Athletic Director . "His ability to develop talent and foster a winning culture is exactly what we look for in our leadership. We are confident he will be a great addition to the MHS community."
Mr. Morello will assume his duties immediately as the team prepares for the upcoming season. The Middletown High School community looks forward to supporting Coach Morello and the entire softball team.
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About Middletown High School Athletics
Middletown High School’s (MHS) athletics programs are committed to providing Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference (CIAC) student-athletes with a well-rounded, competitive, and inclusive environment that fosters excellence, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Under the leadership of our Athletic Director, student participants are supported by dedicated coaches, trainers, and staff as they pursue success both on the field and in the classroom. MHS athletics ensure accessible opportunities for students to engage in fall, winter, and spring sports, build lifelong skills, and represent our school with pride as Blue Dragons.