Sports Programs at BWL High School

Todd DiVittorio, Director of Athletics

Since 1989, Todd DiVittorio has shared a wealth of experience and passion as a member and leader of the BWL Athletics Department. A graduate of Concordia College in Bronxville, NY, Todd was a four-year starter and two-year captain on the Varsity Baseball team. He went on to play five seasons in the Western Australian Baseball League, representing the Wembley Athletics, Wanneroo Giants, and Kelmscott Hawks. Following his playing career, he served as a development officer for the league, promoting baseball throughout Western Australia. At BWL, Todd has coached Boys Varsity Baseball for over 15 years, leading the team to six league titles and six state tournament appearances.

Tim Jenkins, Assistant Director of Athletics  and Middle School Boys Health Teacher

Tim Jenkins has been a pillar of the BWL community since 1991. He holds a Master’s degree in Recreation Administration from Lehman College and brings deep coaching experience at both the collegiate and secondary levels. At Westchester Community College, he led the Women’s Basketball team to national rankings in four of his ten years as head coach. Over the course of his career, he has coached six players who went on to play in the NBA. At BWL, Tim currently coaches Girls Middle School Volleyball and Boys Varsity Basketball. Under his leadership, the basketball team has earned eight league titles, four state tournament appearances, a state semifinal berth, and a state championship in 2004.

Spencer Katz ’16, Physical Education Teacher and Upper School Health Teacher

A proud BWL alumnus, Spencer Katz ’16 returned to his alma mater as a faculty member and has been teaching and coaching athletics since 2022. He spent 13 years as a student at BWL before graduating from Bucknell University, where he served as a player-coach for the Club Baseball team and worked with the Women’s Basketball program. Spencer currently coaches Middle School Boys Soccer, Girls Varsity Basketball, and Boys Varsity Baseball. As a student-athlete at BWL, he helped lead the baseball team to four consecutive state tournaments and three league titles, and the basketball team to a state semifinal appearance and league championship.

Jason Russell ’04, Physical Education Teacher

Jason Russell ’04 is both a BWL alumnus and a dedicated educator, having taught Physical Education at the school since 2010. A student at BWL from 3rd through 12th grade, Jason went on to attend Howard University and the Institute of Audio Research. He currently coaches both Boys and Girls Track & Field and Cross Country. As a student, Jason was a key player on the BWL Varsity Basketball team, helping to lead the team to back-to-back state tournament appearances and the school’s first state championship in 2004.

Elaine O’Connor, Physical Education Teacher and Middle School Girls’ Health Teacher

Elaine O’Connor brings elite international playing experience to her role at BWL, where she has taught since 2007. A former Division I soccer player at Hofstra University, she also played professionally for Arsenal Ladies Football Club in London and represented the Republic of Ireland on the international stage. Elaine has coached at the Massapequa Soccer Club and currently leads the BWL Girls Varsity Soccer team and Intramural Program. Her background brings a global perspective and competitive edge to her teaching and coaching.

Daniel Camillone, MS, ATC, CSCS, Head Athletic Trainer

A member of the BWL community since 2020, Daniel Camillone supports student-athletes across all levels as the school’s Head Athletic Trainer. He holds a degree in Athletic Training and Kinesiology from SUNY Brockport and earned his Master’s in Athletic Training from West Virginia University. Daniel has worked with a wide range of athletes—from Division I competitors to Olympians—and in sports ranging from football to skateboarding. Outside of school, he enjoys working on cars and spending time in Connecticut.