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School committee votes to name Putnam Academy gymnasium 'Bridal Williams Top Cat Gymnasium'
Summary
The Springfield School Committee unanimously approved naming the Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy gymnasium 'Bridal Williams Top Cat Gymnasium,' honoring a longtime local basketball figure referenced in committee remarks as Bud L. Williams.
The Springfield School Committee voted unanimously to name the gymnasium at Roger L. Putnam Vocational Technical Academy "Bridal Williams Top Cat Gymnasium." The action was taken during a special meeting at Putnam Academy.
The measure was presented by a committee member who described the honoree as a long‑time champion both in local politics and on the basketball court. A separate speaker referred to the honoree informally as "Bud L. Williams," noting his basketball history at Trade High School and later at Westfield State.
Committee members said the naming had already been approved in subcommittee and brought to the full committee for a final vote. The nomination drew expressions of congratulations and no opposition during the meeting.
The committee approved the naming by roll call. The official motion text as read at the meeting named the gymnasium "Bridal Williams Top Cat Gymnasium." The committee did not provide additional contextual materials or a dedication date during the session.
The committee moved on to other business after the vote.
