Paul Tinkham
Paul Tinkham, “Tink” (81’), was as fine a 2 sport athlete that Old Rochester ever produced. Named to The Buddy Thomas 20 for 50 roster in both football and baseball, Tink was a game changer whenever he was on the field.
Known for toughness and as a “banger” on the gridiron, Paul excelled at running back on offense and linebacker on the defensive side of the ball. So respected, Paul was named captain in both 80’ and 81”. Offensively, he had a nose for the end zone.
Scoring in 9 of his last 10 games in high school. He was also the SCC division 3 scoring leader his senior year scoring 102 points that year. Such prowess earned him a chosen spot on the SouthCoast Standard Times and Boston Globe's All-Star teams…
Paul toughness carried over to the baseball diamond. And tough he was moving behind the plate, Tink's quickness allowed him to handle the duties for a tough and talented pitching staff.
His rocket arm and quickness would often surprise opponents attempting to steal. Batting .339 his senior year, he drove in 13 runs and scored 23 times from his middle of the order slot. Paul was always an offensive threat. Baseball was always Paul’s passion.
He was honored to be named team captain his senior year and thankful for having been recognized as one of the areas best through multiple all star teams.
Paul was fortunate enough to be able to continue his baseball career. He played for the UCONN Huskies for 4 years and was picked to be on the "All New England " squad in 1983. He also was chosen to play in the prestigious summer Cape Cod Baseball League from 1982-1984.