Boston High School Sports

Thanksgiving stars shine brightest

Mike Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T23:24:51Z

Is there anything better than being a Thanksgiving star? Ask these guys. Division 1 Quinn McDonough, Malden Catholic - The senior running back and Division 1’s leading scorer exited Malden Catholic in style, rushing for 382 yards and five touchdowns.

Perfect ending for Xaverian

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:22:39Z

DANVERS - All year, No. 1 Xaverian rode its MVP quarterback, workhorse running back, and stifling defense to win after win, never tasting defeat as it headed toward a Catholic Conference-deciding showdown at St. John’s Prep.

Brockton uses a backup generator

Mike Scandura, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T12:19:43Z

BROCKTON - Perhaps Brockton coach Peter Colombo best described freshman quarterback Austin Roberts’s performance in yesterday’s 76th - and last - Thanksgiving clash against Waltham.

Magical outcome at last

Jonathan Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:05:30Z

MARBLEHEAD - The 101st Thanksgiving meeting between Marblehead and Swampscott played out a lot like the 100th installment.

Latin stymies English in Parker's send-off

Braden Campbell, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T01:55:34Z

Halfway through the fourth quarter, with Boston English trailing Boston Latin by a daunting 19 points at Harvard Stadium, English senior D’Ardrick Jones broke through the secondary on a pass route.

Brooks rallies Wellesley

Emily Wright, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:23:37Z

WELLESLEY - The 122d renewal of the Wellesley-Needham rivalry will be remembered by the Raiders for a long time to come.

Finally, a happy holiday for Grey Ghosts

James Atkins, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:28:49Z

WESTFORD - Acton-Boxboro entered yesterday’s Thanksgiving matchup against Westford having dominated the series, holding a 16-1 advantage. But this holiday was different.

Dracut handles Methuen

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:27:54Z

DRACUT - In its most important game of the season, Dracut’s secondary made sure the Methuen passing attack was kept off balance.

Everett steamroller flattens Cambridge

Lorenzo Recupero, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T12:20:50Z

EVERETT - Everett ended its regular season on a high note yesterday, defeating winless Cambridge Rindge & Latin, 35-7, at Veterans Memorial Stadium, paving the way for its ninth consecutive playoff berth.

Concord-Carlisle soars

Sarina Mathai, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:11:59Z

CONCORD - Amid the raucous fans and players swarming on the field, there was a quiet moment between father and son, an emotional embrace that conveyed the significance of Concord-Carlisle’s 25-7 win over Bedford yesterday that clinched the Dual County Small championship and a Division 2A playoff berth.

Colson, Franklin have last say, clinch playoff berth

Ashley Picillo, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:25:34Z

FRANKLIN - Franklin and King Philip have been playing on Thanksgiving morning for 50 years, but yesterday’s matchup was about more than just bragging rights.

In warmup effort, Duxbury has two hot hands

Lizzy Snell, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:09:54Z

DUXBURY - Round 1 goes to Duxbury. Five days before the teams square off in the Division 2A playoffs, Duxbury defeated Marshfield, 17-7, yesterday by showing off its passing game at Raymond Chandler Memorial Field.

Masco picks its spot

Ian Tasso, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:07:21Z

TOPSFIELD - North Andover can blame the Eagle- Tribune . This week, the Tribune published its Thanksgiving predictions and had North Andover defeating Masconomet, 30-24. But after Masco’s convincing 40-20 win yesterday to claim the Cape Ann Large crown, that prediction proved one thing: You don’t want to give any extra motivation to Chris Splinter and Evan Bunker.

O'Bryant gets the job done

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T01:52:53Z

Thanksgiving was a great day for stripes. As the final seconds ticked off the clock, a sea of Tigers and Bengals fans flooded the field at English High School, even though the followers of the Boston South teams are usually at odds.

Playoff drought ends for Austin Prep

Dan Hickling, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:03:49Z

Every season for the past decade, the Austin Prep routine has been the same.

Holliston shows the perfect touch

Nick French, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T02:03:22Z

The Holliston football team has experienced frustration, disappointment, and even tragedy in recent years. But after yesterday's 17-14 win over Westwood that capped a perfect season and a Tri-Valley League championship, the Panthers' 2009 campaign will be associated with a few new words: euphoria, jubilation, and triumph.

Devils are in control

John McGuirk, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T01:59:29Z

Unlike so many games in the 126-year history of this rivalry (104 games on Thanksgiving), there wasn’t much drama in yesterday’s latest rendition of the Fitchburg-Leominster border war.

Billerica has finishing kick

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T12:18:45Z

Having already clinched a playoff spot and the Merrimack Valley Conference (Large) title, No. 6 Billerica did not let up against rival Chelmsford, shutting out the Lions, 17-0, yesterday at Billerica.

Rockets set for takeoff

Jeff Powalisz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T03:34:19Z

There were no surprises at the Reading-Stoneham game yesterday at Birch Meadow. A relentless Rockets rushing attack. A dominant offensive line. And plenty of points. The Middlesex League champion Rockets, who finished 11-0 for the second consecutive year, were led again by senior quad-captain Ryan Pollock, whose three first-half touchdowns were more than enough in a 28-0 shutout of Thanksgiving ...

Feehan devours Sandwich

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2009-11-27T03:44:44Z

The MIAA playoffs were anything but normal for Bishop Feehan last fall. This time around, the Shamrocks would like one less controversy and two more wins.

Thankfully, Ipswich stops 31-game losing streak

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2009-11-27T03:45:44Z

Ipswich picked a perfect day to break a long, frustrating 31-game losing streak. As the Tigers renamed their field in honor of 37-year coach Jack Welch, they recorded their first win since their Super Bowl victory in 2006, beating Hamilton-Wenham, 14-13, yesterday in a Cape Ann Small contest.

Marian's playoff berth is no small feat

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-27T03:31:07Z

What started as Pope John’s “Super Bowl’’ ended up as Marian’s playoff berth - and Lowell Catholic’s despair.

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Knights win school's first soccer title

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-23T04:05:20Z

WORCESTER — In the past two years, Catholic Memorial has won a state championship in basketball and a Super 8 hockey title.

Millis wins Division 3 EMass title

Jonathan Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-18T04:01:56Z

It took 70 minutes and a pair of freshmen, but there was finally a goal in last night’s Division 3 EMass title game.

Weston captures first state title

Jeff Schaible, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-23T04:04:58Z

WORCESTER - The Weston boys’ soccer team won’t fault those who were late to its Division 3 championship bandwagon. It can’t. After all, many Wildcats themselves were only recently made believers.

Peabody rallies, tops Winchester

Charlie Peters, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-13T05:00:00Z

Facing a two-goal, second-half deficit to a Winchester team that had knocked Peabody out the previous three postseasons, the Lady Tanners desperately needed a spark. That’s when star freshman Hayley Dowd’s speed and two goals ignited the offense, leading Peabody to a 3-2 upset win last night over the second-seeded Sachems in the MIAA Division 1 North girls’ ...

Lexington holds off Framingham

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-14T05:00:00Z

After squandering a two-goal advantage late in regulation, Lexington emerged victorious, 4-3, via penalty kicks against Framingham yesterday in a Division 1 North semifinal at Manning Field in Lynn.

Falmouth acts quickly in overtime

Seth Lakso, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-10T05:00:00Z

What couldn’t be decided in 90 minutes of play only took one minute of overtime yesterday, as Falmouth advanced to the quarterfinals of the Division 1 South state boys’ soccer tournament, 3-2, over Whitman-Hanson in sudden death on the second goal of the game from Justin Mendes.

East Boston claims the crown

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z

East Boston 1 Madison Park 0 With 4:30 left in regulation in yesterday’s East Boston-Madison Park boys’ soccer game at White Stadium in Franklin Park for the Boston City League title, referee Savas Trellopoulos blew his whistle, signaling a handball in the goalie box by a Madison Park player.

Acton-Boxboro perfectly capable

Jeff Schaible, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-22T06:10:23Z

WORCESTER -- The Acton-Boxboro field hockey team completed its undefeated season in typical fashion, a 3-0 shutout of Longmeadow for the MIAA Division 1 state championship yesterday at Worcester State’s John F. Coughlin Field.

Colonials stay perfect

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z

Acton-Boxboro kept its undefeated streak alive last night with a 1-0 victory over Walpole in the Division 1 state field hockey semifinals.

Acton-Boxboro wins North sectional

Jonathan Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-16T06:01:23Z

Last year Weston ended Acton-Boxboro’s season in the quarterfinals and eventually won the North sectional. Yesterday, the Colonials got some payback.

There’s no stopping Acton-Boxboro

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2009-11-07T05:00:00Z

Neither team wants to be the first to lose. Yesterday, the Acton-Boxboro field hockey team did its part, beating Masconomet, 2-0, in the first round of the MIAA Division 1 North tournament.

Andover looks for repeat

Jonathan Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-27T01:38:32Z

If nothing else, the Andover High field hockey team is playing with purpose this fall.

McGowan, Mansfield keep crown

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-22T05:59:21Z

NORTHFIELD - Patrick McGowan remained reserved after his win yesterday at Northfield Mountain. Although the Mansfield senior had claimed the MIAA Division 1 individual state title, finishing the 5K in 16 minutes 5.4 seconds, a lingering question hung above his team’s tent: Did the defending champions have enough to win?

Keklak kicks into high gear

Ashley Picillo, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-22T06:00:12Z

NORTHFIELD - The conditions at the MIAA state cross-country championships yesterday at Northfield Mountain were dramatically improved from the mud bath last week at the EMass championships at Franklin Park. But the Division 1 winner remained the same.

Pembroke rises to fore

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-15T07:12:14Z

Franklin Park was a mud bath. Some runners smeared mud on their faces like war paint, others waded in lake-size puddles for a celebratory dip after their run in the EMass Cross-Country Championships yesterday.

New Bedford nets top honor

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-22T05:58:39Z

NORTHBORO - In a match between undefeated teams - with the MIAA Division 1 state title on the line - it could be expected that the defense would be the key and that the scores would be close.

Whalers remain unbeaten

Liz Torres and Lizzy Snell, Globe Correspondents — 2009-11-18T03:51:41Z

New Bedford kept its unbeaten season alive - along with its state championship hopes - by sweeping Lincoln-Sudbury, 25-9, 25-22, 25-22, in a Division 1 North/South semifinal at Milton High yesterday.

They’d like the police to return

Jonathan Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-08T04:18:41Z

The Andover High girls’ swim team will savor its Merrimack Valley Conference title, and a perfect 12-0 mark in the regular season, the capper a 105-79 win over rival Chelmsford.

Reading rules pool, ending Andover's reign

Lauren Ebstein and Andrew Melchiorri, Globe Correspondent — 2008-11-16T05:00:00Z

An era came to an end yesterday. Not only did the Andover girls fail to win the North sectional for the first time since 1998, but a team outside the dominant Merrimack Valley Conference took the title.

Chelmsford ends Andover swim streak

Sarina Mathai, Globe Correspondent — 2008-11-01T04:00:00Z

Chelmsford swimming coach Harriet Kinnett put up a fight, but it just wasn't enough. The Lady Lions mustered enough strength to push their coach into the pool at the Lowell YMCA and then followed suit by jumping in themselves. The moment made it official: Chelmsford, not Andover, won the Merrimack Valley Conference title.

A-B rebuilds after state title run

Mike Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2008-09-06T04:00:00Z

One year after winning the Division 1 state field hockey title, Acton-Boxboro looks to stay on top. That won't be easy considering the talent in the Dual County League and the significant losses to graduation. "We are young and inexperienced in terms of varsity play," said coach Mae Shoemaker. "We do have lots of speed and skill. We just need ...

Colonials splash their way to title

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-03T05:00:00Z

Victory never felt so wet. In celebration of Shrewsbury’s first ever Division 1 Golf title yesterday, the golfers plunged into the water hazard at the 18th hole at Turner Hill Country Club.

Hitting it on the sweet spot

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z

For Duxbury coach Jack Stoddard, this was his sweetest victory. Stoddard’s son, Jonathan, shot an even-par 72 yesterday to lead the Dragons to the MIAA Division 2 golf championship at Blackstone National Golf Course.

Weston digs deep to retain Division 3 title

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2008-10-28T04:00:00Z

Last year, it was a historic victory. This year, it was a statement of depth.

Getting down to business

Sapna Pathak, Globe Correspondent — 2008-10-26T04:00:00Z

ANDOVER - The moment was indicative of the persona defining the Andover High golf team. Sitting at a table on the outside patio at Andover Country Club, Sean Burke was talking to a reporter when he received a lighthearted phone call from teammate Mike Pulido.

Putting it all together

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2008-10-26T04:00:00Z

It is difficult to tune Max Campion out of golf. Even in this part of the country, where the cold winters make the sport seasonal, it is a year-round pursuit with few breaks.

Botelho's score no small feat

Ryan Thomas, Globe Correspondent — 2008-10-03T04:00:00Z

Jordan Botelho may be small, but he carries a big stick. The 5-foot-7-inch, 110-pound Old Colony junior shot a stunning 7-under-par 29 on the front nine at Acushnet River Valley Golf Course as the Cougars defeated West Bridgewater, 8.5-0.5, yesterday.

Winchester star reborn

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z

Ask Larry Tremblay about Kofi Sarkodie-Mensah, and the longtime Winchester High wrestling coach will talk your ear off about a former Sachem wrestler who exemplifies humility, athleticism, and drive.

Hull AD puts heart and hip into fund-raiser

Stephanie S. Daly, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-27T00:44:53Z

Hull High School’s athletic director is taking part in a triathlon on Nantasket Beach today, just 3 1/2 months after hip replacement surgery, to help raise money for sports programs at the school.

Wild and Woolies

Dan Shaughnessy — 2009-03-15T05:09:46Z

WORCESTER - Reasons why we love the high school basketball state finals: Six games in one day. Single admission.

For Pioneers, a comeback win

Evan McDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-15T04:00:00Z

WORCESTER - St. John's of Shrewsbury ended last season in the same city. But this time, the Pioneers left as champions.

A breeze for McDermott, Milton

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-15T04:00:00Z

WORCESTER - In the end, not even Hurricanes could derail Milton's path to a state title.

Watertown shines with game on line

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-15T04:00:00Z

WORCESTER - With his team trailing by a point entering the fourth quarter, Kyle Stockmal knew Watertown was poised for a run.

Zenevitch, Central stand tallest

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-15T06:03:02Z

WORCESTER - Katie Zenevitch stood at the free throw line with 7.7 seconds remaining and her team leading by 3 points.

For Notre Dame, a delightful ending

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-15T06:04:29Z

WORCESTER - What the Division 2 girls' basketball final lacked in offense it made up for in drama.

Quaboag can't stand Big Blue's pressure

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-15T06:05:18Z

WORCESTER - Swampscott's goal at the beginning of the season was to win the first state title in the team's history. The Big Blue accomplished that feat yesterday with a 72-38 shellacking of previously undefeated Quaboag at the DCU Center.

Woumn (39) lifts English

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-11T04:00:00Z

It took an extra four minutes, but Lynn English accomplished what no other team was able to this season.

Fearless freshman Castro lifts Milton

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-11T04:00:00Z

Rene Castro couldn't help but stand out. The Milton guard sported his favorite black and yellow sneakers in a sea of red and white. And as a freshman, he received a few jabs for wearing his junior varsity uniform.

Raiders settle in and win

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-11T04:00:00Z

Even after his team reached the EMass Division 3 boys' basketball final for the third straight year, the prospect of playing at TD Banknorth Garden gave Watertown senior guard Kyle Stockmal jitters.

Cathedral survives NCC's bid at the finish

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-11T04:00:00Z

North Cambridge Catholic and Cathedral left their hearts on the parquet floor of TD Banknorth Garden for the first 31 minutes 56 seconds of the state Division 4 boys' basketball championship game yesterday, all for the opportunities the last four seconds would offer.

Central Catholic rises to occasion

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-10T04:00:00Z

Coach Sue Downer called her Central Catholic girls a second-half team Saturday. That may have been an understatement.

Notre Dame survives

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-10T04:00:00Z

After seeing a double-digit lead in the Division 2 EMass final shrink to 3 with two minutes left, Notre Dame Academy of Hingham coach Michael Barrett called a timeout to steady his team.

Beaulieu, Big Blue swamp Archbishop Williams

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-10T04:00:00Z

Senior guard Allie Beaulieu still has vivid memories of her first trip to the TD Banknorth Garden floor as a freshman.

Breen picks up the pace

Mike Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-10T04:00:00Z

Amid the excitement of playing on the parquet floor at TD Banknorth Garden, Millis's Molly Breen stole the show.

No luck needed: CM wins 13th title

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-16T04:00:00Z

There was no more public school magic at the TD Banknorth Garden last night. Catholic Memorial saw to that with a 5-1 win over Burlington to capture its 13th Super 8 title.

A family of fighters, winners

David Carty, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-16T04:00:00Z

All probability considered, it's surprising there are only two Hanafin boys on the Burlington hockey team.

Garden party for St. Mary's

Andrew Petrie, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-08T06:53:30Z

Backed by a backdoor goal by eighth-grader Marisa Maccario, a strong effort from goalie Kelsey Magrane, and an offense that controlled the puck, St. Mary's capped another undefeated season by shutting out Woburn, 1-0, yesterday in the Division 1 state final.

Spartans rack up milestones galore

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-08T06:54:07Z

The St. Mary's girls' hockey team has 51 straight wins, two straight Division 1 state titles, and the honor of the being the first girls team to hoist an MIAA trophy on Garden ice.

Shrewsbury gets its boost from Beals

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-16T04:00:00Z

Standing in front of the locker room at TD Banknorth Garden with a championship medal around his neck and shaving cream smeared on his face, Curtis Beals could barely comprehend what he had just accomplished.

Fenton's goal a prized moment

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-16T04:00:00Z

It wasn't the Super 8 glory Springfield Cathedral came into the postseason seeking. But it was a pretty darn good consolation prize.

Shepherd guides Fontbonne to title

Andrew Petrie, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-16T06:48:00Z

Relying on a defensive blueprint that yielded success all season long, Fontbonne Academy walked away from TD Banknorth Garden as the Division 2 state champions after a 3-0 victory over Whitman-Hanson/Pembroke yesterday.

Burlington one-ups Winchester

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-12T04:00:00Z

The Middlesex League is ready to take a shot at consecutive Super 8 titles after Burlington squeaked by league rival Winchester, 1-0, last night at Tsongas Arena to advance to the final.

Knights have final say vs. MC

Jeff Powalisz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-12T04:00:00Z

At Catholic Memorial, there's a bottom line and you either meet it or miss it: the Super 8 championship.

Shawsheen in Division 3 final

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-13T04:00:00Z

For the first time since 1978, the Shawsheen boys' hockey team is going to the state Division 3 final, courtesy of a 4-3 overtime win over Norwell last night at Harvard's Bright Center.

Panthers sprint past Braintree for win

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-12T04:00:00Z

Both Springfield Cathedral and Braintree stress the importance of starting fast. In last night's Division 1 South boys' hockey final, Springfield Cathedral sprinted out of the gate. The Panthers scored twice in the first 6 minutes 20 seconds and never looked back as they beat Braintree, 3-1.

Middlesex in middle of things again

Jeff Powalisz and Peter Martin, Globe Correspondents — 2009-03-08T06:56:57Z

For the second straight winter, the championship of the Super 8 hockey tournament will feature a Middlesex League team against a Catholic Conference squad. Yesterday's results guaranteed that, with Burlington and Winchester to face off in one semifinal Wednesday in Lowell and Malden Catholic to meet Catholic Memorial in the other.

Going extra mile

Shawn Medeiros, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-28T05:00:00Z

At this point in Emily Jones's running career, winning races and breaking meet records are almost expected of her, but she never takes it for granted.

Thomas sets mark, but Andover edges BC High

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-28T05:00:00Z

Of the hundreds attending the All-State meet at the Reggie Lewis Center last night, Corey Thomas may have been the least impressed when he used the old high jump meet record as a catapult into the record books. After all, he had his eye on a higher distinction.

Aiming high

Adam Kilgore, Globe Staff — 2009-02-26T05:00:00Z

Jean Epps sat in the top row of the bleachers at the Reggie Lewis Center last weekend, her back pressed against the blue cinder wall, and covered her eyes with her right hand. She can never watch her son, Corey Thomas, when he high jumps; she only started coming to his track meets this season.

Off day for Davidner still means win in mile

Shawn Medeiros, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-07T05:00:00Z

Jenna Davidner came into the New England Championship meet at the Reggie Lewis Center not feeling 100 percent.

Thomas, Eagles put it together

Jonathan Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

Last season at the indoor and outdoor track & field championships, BC High's Corey Thomas won either the 55-meter hurdles or the high jump, but never both.

Charlestown, Mansfield run away from foes

Chris Estrada, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-23T05:00:00Z

Heading into the 4 x 400, the final event of the MIAA Division 2 state meet, the Charlestown boys were trailing Woburn by two points. As the meet-deciding relay unfolded, Townies anchor Omar Abdi found himself trailing Reading's Peter Finigan in the final lap.

With coach away, Nashoba plays and takes crown

Chris Estrada, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-21T05:00:00Z

Will Nashoba indoor track coach Andrew LeBlanc have a fiesta when he returns from vacation in Mexico? It'd be only fair since his team threw one last night at the Reggie Lewis Center.

Bromfield races to fourth title in a row

Carly Helfand, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

For the Bromfield School girls, who had won three straight Division 4 titles, expectations were high prior to yesterday's championship meet at the Reggie Lewis Center.

Hologitas is second to none

Jeff Powalisz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z

The resume would have been notable regardless. But deep down, Petros Hologitas knew he wouldn't be able to accept the inner frustration of a second straight lost opportunity.

Framingham prevails in Division 1

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-05T05:00:00Z

For Framingham, the fourth time was the charm. After losing in the semifinals of the state wrestling championships for three straight years, the Flyers finally got over the hump.

Roberts up to task

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

SPRINGFIELD - In 125 matches spanning three years, J and Marie Belden were never in attendance to see their grandson, Chad Roberts, wrestle. At last night's Division 1 state championships at Cathedral High, they got to witness one of his most memorable bouts.

Guzman on key in sweet triumph

Jeff Powalisz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

NORTH ANDOVER - Miguel Guzman let himself loose. He pounced on his opponent and hardly ever let go.

Red Devils were a handful

Mike Corbo, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

PITTSFIELD - The most promising Division 3 wrestlers hit the mats at Taconic High School yesterday for a chance to be a state champion. By the end of the night, the biggest smiles belonged to the Burlington contingent.

Framingham pins Lowell in Division 1 semifinals

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-26T05:00:00Z

A year after being eliminated in the state semifinals, Framingham wrestling is one step away from winning the state championship after eliminating Division 1 champion Lowell, 43-20, in Framingham last night.

Wayland's title a foregone conclusion

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-23T05:00:00Z

Mike Foley wore a sopping orange-and-black bowling-style shirt, wet khaki shorts, and a grin. "It was a little refreshing cool off after three months of hard work," said Foley, Wayland's coach for the last 10 years.

L-S relay team makes lasting impression

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-23T05:00:00Z

The last few seasons, the Lincoln-Sudbury girls' swim team came up just short in the Division 1 state championships.

D'Innocenzo dominates

David Carty, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-21T05:00:00Z

Dominance was the theme at Harvard's Blodgett Pool last night in the boys' Division 1 state swimming and diving championships.

Wayland ends Weston's rule in the pool

Ryan Thomas, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

Wayland's Mike Foley and his coaching counterpart at Weston, Claude Valle, hugged on the deck of Harvard's Blodgett Pool after the Division 2 state swimming and diving championships ended, and with it, the title of Division 2 state champion was passed on.

Dripping with talent

Michael Vega, Globe Staff — 2009-03-03T05:00:00Z

Jamie D'Innocenzo barely could breathe the first time she waded into a swimming pool with her 3-year-old son, Nick, tightly wrapped around her neck. Nick was so terrified, his mother recalled, "he nearly strangled me to keep himself out of the water."

Prep, BC High cruise

Peter Martin and David Carty, Globe Correspondents — 2009-02-15T05:00:00Z

CAMBRIDGE - The MIAA boys' North Sectional swimming and diving championship yesterday at MIT's Zesiger Sports Center was about tradition.

Wayland girls ready to chase fourth title

Andrew J. Melchiorri and Sarina Mathai, Globe Correspondents — 2009-02-16T05:00:00Z

The girls from Wayland High will get a chance to win their fourth straight MIAA state swimming and diving championship.

Freshman swimmer is quick to make his mark at Reading

Sapna Pathak, Globe Correspondent — 2009-01-22T05:00:00Z

READING - Sitting on the edge of the pool at the Burbank YMCA, flanked by two Reading High teammates, his legs dangling into the warm water, Connor Daly put his sense of humor on full display.

Latin Academy rides a wave of success to city crown

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-11T05:00:00Z

Latin Academy coach Mark Thomas used two words to describe his team's success: tradition and depth. Both played a part in the Dragons' convincing Boston City Swimming Championship win yesterday at Madison Park High.

In swim suit, MIAA a winner

Bob Hohler, Globe Staff — 2009-01-24T05:00:00Z

Children in Massachusetts have a constitutional right to attend public schools but not to participate in interscholastic sports, the state Supreme Judicial Court ruled yesterday in a landmark opinion that ended a former Andover High School swimmer's nearly six-year struggle to restore her reputation and reverse a decision that cost her team a state championship trophy.

Three straight for Barnstable

Jeff Schaible, Globe Correspondent — 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z

One hundred miles from the site of yesterday's MIAA girls' gymnastics championship, in the Barnstable gymnasium, there is a trophy case and it's stuffed to the gills.

Ellis, Braintree make a statement

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-14T05:00:00Z

The Braintree boys' gymnastics team won its 17th MIAA crown last night, avenging its loss in last year's meet.

Barnstable escapes with title

Jeff Schaible and Emily Werchadlo, Globe Correspondents — 2009-02-22T05:00:00Z

HUDSON - Two-10ths of a point. When you're dealing with numbers in the 140s, that miniscule amount may seem insignificant, but it was huge yesterday for the Barnstable girls' gymnastics team. That was all that separated the Red Raiders from second-place Algonquin and gave them their 10th straight South Sectional title.

Walpole's Cofsky states case

Emily Werchadlo, Globe Correspondent — 2009-02-16T05:00:00Z

For the first three years of high school, Walpole's Kesley Cofsky was barred from high school gymnastics competition by her club coach. With just one year left, she was given the go-ahead to join the Rebels.

Rivals go to the mat once again

Sapna Pathak, Globe Correspondent — 2009-01-29T05:00:00Z

Rich Baczewski summed up the performance in last year's state final as "the best meet Burlington High gymnastics has ever had."

Saveriano, Lexington repeat

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:56:57Z

WORCESTER - When facing ace Kiki Saveriano, there's little room for miscues. Gardner made two in the first inning and they proved costly as Lexington earned its second consecutive Division 1 state title, 2-0, at Rockwood Field.

Ashland ace does it again

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:57:40Z

WORCESTER - Every game of Ashland's perfect season has been in Nicole D'Argento's hands, and last night it showed.

Satisfying finish for Spartans

Chris Estrada, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:59:06Z

LOWELL - With nine errors between the teams, St. Mary's 8-5 victory over Monty Tech for the Division 3 state softball championship yesterday won't be remembered as the most graceful.

Eagles race off with title

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:53:24Z

LOWELL - For the second year in a row, the BC High Eagles are Division 1 state champions.

Auburn gets back at Flynn, Blue Eagles

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:54:07Z

LOWELL - In last season's Division 2 state championship, Auburn was held scoreless by Plymouth North ace Joe Flynn for 10 innings, and watched the Blue Eagles finish a perfect 26-0 season with a 1-0 victory.

Abington goes distance in win

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:54:52Z

LOWELL - It took an extra inning, but finally, after 3 1/2 hours of back-and-forth baseball, Abington outlasted West Boylston, 10-5, to win the Division 3 state championship at LeLacheur Park yesterday.

A state title - again

Julian Benbow, Globe Staff — 2009-06-21T02:37:22Z

At some point, the girls at St. Mary’s of Lynn had to put the 51 straight wins, the back-to-back Division 1 state titles, and all the buzz that came from completing a perfect hockey season behind them in order to focus on softball.

For these high school squads, a perfect ending to spring

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-18T04:00:00Z

On one end of the tennis courts at Shrewsbury High, doubles partners George King and Hayden Callahan let out shouts of victory, their fists pumping skyward.

Horan, Campbell lift South over Central

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-17T04:00:00Z

In a game full of offensive firepower, it was the pitching of the South All-Stars that made the difference against their Central counterparts in the Massachusetts High School All-Star Baseball Game last night.

D'Argento is star of stars

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T01:08:51Z

She has been a dominating presence since her freshman season on the Ashland High softball team, an overpowering force on the mound while swinging a lethal bat at the plate.

Gloucester's top dirt dog

Julian Benbow, Globe Staff — 2009-06-14T00:37:30Z

One thing Gloucester baseball coach Joe Orlando could guarantee about Ryan Cusick was that by the end of a game day, Cusick would have the dirtiest jersey in the locker room.

Duxbury squeezes by Prep

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-11T04:00:00Z

Duxbury earned its sixth straight state title and got a little payback against the team that ended its in-state win streak at 99 games when it defeated St. John's Prep, 13-12, in the Division 1 final at Harvard Stadium last night.

Fast start pays off for Walpole

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-13T04:00:00Z

In its first shot at a state lacrosse title, Walpole succeeded in fine fashion, knocking off St. John's of Shrewsbury, 17-8, at Foley Stadium last night.

Situation repeats itself for Scituate

Kevin Edelson and Peter Martin, Globe Correspondents — 2009-06-11T04:00:00Z

It was a matter of time before Scituate senior attacker Kyle Crowley put his stamp on last night's Division 3 boys' lacrosse state championship game.

Rally caps another crown for Westwood

Maggie Cassidy, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-13T04:00:00Z

Westwood likes to keep things interesting. The comeback kids earned their second consecutive Division 1 state crown last night by defeating Western Mass. champion Longmeadow, 11-10, but not before they erased a 6-1 deficit and thwarted the Lancers' late attempts to ruin the comeback.

Clippers ride wave, roll North Andover

Chris Estrada, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-10T04:00:00Z

A strong first half made sure that the path to the Division 2 girls' lacrosse state championship was smooth sailing for the Clippers of Norwell.

Gaining ground

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-21T01:09:07Z

Sitting on the sidelines with a broken leg last summer, unable to showcase his skills for potential college recruiters, Colin O’Rourke was justifiably frustrated.

A fierce competitor, on and off the field

Sapna Pathak, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-18T04:24:00Z

Standing near the left corner of the goal, sporting bright, tie-dyed socks up to her knees, Stephanie Taylor is not hard to spot.

South teams triumphant

Justin A. Rice, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-18T04:36:43Z

WORCESTER - Running late last Friday afternoon, the Westwood High girls’ lacrosse team arrived at Foley Stadium while the Longmeadow players were warming up on the midfield circle, hooting and hollering with every jumping jack.

Westwood takes fast lane to state final

Maggie Cassidy, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-11T04:00:00Z

Westwood was in 11th heaven last night, as the girls in green used a string of 11 goals - including nine to open the second half - to defeat Framingham, 15-6, in the Eastern Mass. final at Wayland High School.

Duxbury slips past BC High

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-06T04:00:00Z

In one of the most evenly played matches of the season, Duxbury edged BC High, 9-8, in the Division 1 East semifinal last night in Plymouth.

O'Neil powers EMass sweep

Craig Holt, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T05:55:50Z

WORCESTER - After taking her junior year off from high school tennis, Lynnfield's Sarah O'Neil made her senior year one to remember.

Earning glory the hard way

Julian Benbow, Globe Staff — 2009-06-18T03:39:20Z

Everyone crowded center court, realizing that for the first time in four years, the fate of the Winchester High boys’ tennis team would be decided in a final match.

Wellesley gets a split

Amelia Rayno, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-09T04:00:00Z

Wellesley boasted two undefeated tennis teams entering yesterday's Division 1 state semifinals in Newton, but only the girls remained perfect (22-0), knocking off defending champion Acton-Boxboro, 3-2. The boys' team was sent home by Concord-Carlisle, 4-1, for the second straight year.

Another title, another perfect season for Patriots

Peter Martin and Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-12T04:00:00Z

Concord-Carlisle wrapped up its second straight undefeated season and second consecutive Division 1 boys' state title with a 3-2 victory over Longmeadow yesterday at Shrewsbury High.

Winchester boys and girls take dual wins over Hingham

Dave Carty and Amelia Rayno, Globe Correspondents — 2009-06-11T04:00:00Z

Winchester's Christian Boulanger and Hingham's Alex Chin knew what was at stake. With the Division 2 state final tied, 2-2, and all eyes on them, there was no hiding this match's importance.

Wellesley doubles up on hardware

Amelia Rayno, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-07T04:00:00Z

Wellesley's day at Westwood High School was a double triumph yesterday, with the boys' team (4-1 over Framingham) and girls' team (3-2 over King Philip) winning the Division 1 South sectional finals.

She's on the upswing

Julian Benbow, Globe Staff — 2009-06-04T03:28:25Z

Skill was never an issue for Sabrina Salmela. Her parents put a tennis racket in her hands when she was 6. A couple years later, she had grasped the game so quickly, the folks at the Beverly Park & Rec told her parents that there wasn't much else that they could teach her.

BC High's Thomas rediscovers winning touch

Susan Choy, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-14T06:00:39Z

The most surprising thing about last week's All-State outdoor meet wasn't who won. It was who didn't win.

Andover's Cronin is aiming higher

John Vellante — 2009-06-21T02:38:39Z

How high can she go? That seemed to be the question of the day after Andover High sophomore Moira Cronin (inset) soared 5 feet, 9 inches, with room to spare, to win the New England School Championships last weekend in Burlington, Vt.

Now it's party time: Mansfield rolls

Peter Martin, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-07T04:00:00Z

FITCHBURG - The seniors on the Mansfield track team had to miss their class overnight party to rest up for the All-State girls' meet yesterday at Fitchburg State.

Andover vaults to the top

Chris Estrada, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-07T04:00:00Z

FITCHBURG - They are truly Golden Warriors again. Needing 3 points to claim Andover's first All-State boys' outdoor track title since 1984, twin brothers Mark and Adam Vetere finished the job in the pole vault to end a drought that began when current coach Peter Comeau was team captain.

A day for domination

Shawn Medeiros, Globe Correspondent — 2009-05-31T06:05:04Z

ANDOVER - Ricardo Jaquite may have found a second event to dominate. Jaquite, a Madison Park junior, finished first in the 400-meter hurdles in 56.17 seconds yesterday to set a meet record at the MIAA Division 1 Track and Field Championships.

Central Catholic can't be caught

Chris Estrada, Globe Correspondent — 2009-05-31T06:06:02Z

HINGHAM - No 4x400 team. No problem. The Central Catholic boys didn't have a representative in the final event of the MIAA Division 2 Track and Field Championships yesterday at Notre Dame Academy. But in the two events prior to the crucial race, the Raiders won the 4x100 relay and placed three in the points-paying top six positions in the ...

Ganley, Wellesley reach record heights

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-05-30T04:00:00Z

The track was still a little damp from the morning rain, but it didn't seem to slow the athletes at the Division 3 Track and Field Championships yesterday.

Lanois shatters mile record

Shawn Medeiros, Globe Correspondent — 2009-05-30T04:00:00Z

The stage was set for Emily Lanois. One of her goals coming into the Division 4 Track and Field Championships was to break the meet record in the mile set by Marblehead's Shalane Flanagan nine years ago (5:04.70).

Warriors get revenge - and crown

Sapna Pathak, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-12T04:00:00Z

St. John's Prep and Lincoln-Sudbury had plenty of motivation in a rematch of last year's Division 1 boys' state volleyball final last night.

L-S finishes off Natick in final

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-02T04:00:00Z

After losing eight seniors to graduation, it took a while for Lincoln-Sudbury's boys' volleyball team to get on track this season.

Eagles looking to repeat

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-09T04:00:00Z

St. John's Prep continued its quest for a second straight Division 1 state championship in boys volleyball last night with a 3-1 victory over previously undefeated and top-seeded Chicopee Comp.

L-S rallies for title

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-07T04:00:00Z

QUINCY - Lincoln-Sudbury advanced to the boys' volleyball state final by defeating Dual County League rival Newton South, 3-2, last night.

Newton South boys ace Brookline in OT

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-04T04:00:00Z

Newton South ended up on the winning end of a duel with fourth-seeded Brookline, 3-2, yesterday to win the Division 1 South Sectional Finals in a boys' volleyball contest that went to a fifth-game overtime at Newton North High.

Lutz, Prep come through

Sapna Pathak, Globe Correspondent — 2009-06-03T04:00:00Z

The teams needed no formal introduction last night when boys' volleyball powerhouses Andover and St. John's Prep clashed in Lawrence for the Division 1 North title.

Frankian, 14, stays the course

Amara Grautski, Globe Correspondent — 2009-05-05T04:49:14Z

After finishing with a 3-over-par 75 yesterday at Woodland Golf Club, Stephanie Frankian emanated a subdued confidence as she stood on the edge of the 18th hole, coach by her side.

Coach: Duxbury girl golfers need to improve on solo flight

Monique Walker — 2009-06-11T03:30:20Z

The Duxbury High girls' golf team ended the regular season 9-1 overall, capturing the Mass. Bay South division title for the second year in a row.

Girls' golf team at Woburn High charts a new course

Julian Benbow, Globe Staff — 2009-05-07T04:12:17Z

Golf wasn't just an option for Lindsay Aldorisio. It was an opportunity. A year ago, doctors laid everything out for her.

City seeks heroes to rescue school athletics

Bob Hohler, Globe Staff — 2009-06-27T03:21:12Z

With local school athletic systems in crisis, professional sports teams in some American cities have rushed to the rescue.

Menino will seek gifts for school sports

Bob Hohler, Globe Staff — 2009-06-28T02:37:18Z

Mayor Thomas M. Menino, aiming to curb chronic failings in Boston’s high school athletic programs, said he will create a nonprofit charitable foundation spearheaded by former athletes and business leaders to transform the troubled sports system into a source of urban pride.

Gifted athletes make most of their chances

Boh Hohler, Globe Staff — 2009-06-27T03:24:04Z

No stranger to deprivation, Omar Abdi was 6 years old when his teacher in Somalia punished him for playing soccer by locking him in a dark room overnight, chained by his ankles.

Players of the week

2009-02-02T05:00:00Z

Boys Doug Scott, Quincy - The senior guard became the all-time leading scorer (1,554 points), boys or girls, in the city of Quincy with 27 points in a 94-72 loss to Scituate Friday night.

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2009-02-02T05:00:00Z

BOYS Corey Sennott, Norwood - He registered his sixth shutout of the year in the Mustangs' 1-0 win over Framingham.

Playoff berths on the menu

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-25T05:00:00Z

Football on Thanksgiving Day is normally about rivalries. But for a handful of squads in Eastern Mass. their games hold extra meaning.

Thanksgiving picks

2009-11-25T05:00:00Z

Duxbury over Marshfield - Because this is a junior varsity game, tickets will be half-price. And if you’re looking for the varsity starters, check the stands next to their parents.

Malden, Medford in third century of battle

Maureen Mullen, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T01:59:35Z

With the weight of 121 years of history and tradition spanning parts of three centuries and the spirit of thousands of alumni, the responsibility can be enormous.

A dilemma for Duxbury, Marshfield

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-25T05:00:00Z

Around Massachusetts, Thanksgiving is synonymous with high school football. It’s the day players dream of when first donning their school’s uniform. It is a day where teams earn bragging rights over their rivals for a year. However, some of the mystique of this year’s rivalry between Marshfield and Duxbury could be dampened.

Coaches reveal formula

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-25T05:00:00Z

This is traditionally the time of year when people reflect on where they are and how they got there. High school football is no different.

Pope John has to forfeit 5 wins

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2009-11-24T05:00:00Z

Days from the kickoff of a game that could have sent Pope John to the postseason, the Tigers instead must forfeit five wins - and their season will end on Thanksgiving.

CM wins it in OT

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z

All Catholic Memorial needed this time was one overtime. After beating Brockton on penalty kicks in the Division 1 South Sectional finals and defeating King Philip in two overtimes in the semifinals, the Knights (17-3-3) ended the Division 1 EMass final against Lexington a minute into overtime.

Bird gives C-C the one that counts

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z

Throughout the Division 2 EMass boys’ final, Concord-Carlisle was frustrated on offense. The Patriots failed to convert on scoring opportunities, thwarted again and again by the Sandwich defense.

Weston tops Spellman, lands in final

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-19T05:00:00Z

Weston came into last night’s EMass Division 3 boys’ soccer championship faced with a daunting task: Taking down an unbeaten Cardinal Spellman team.

Askins saves Knights

Evan MacDonald, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z

Connor Askins came up with a pair of saves in the penalty-kick round to help Catholic Memorial earn a 1-0 shootout victory over Brockton in the Division 1 South championship game last night at Taunton High.

Mewis carries W-H again

Charlie Peters, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-18T05:00:00Z

Samantha Mewis has been devastating defenses with her blinding speed and flashy moves all season. In Whitman-Hanson’s convincing 4-0 victory over Dartmouth at Taunton High yesterday, Mewis used her instinct and awareness to jump-start the Panthers to their first Division 1 South final.

Double no trouble for MIAA semis

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2009-11-28T05:00:00Z

Seven doubleheaders and one matchup of undefeated teams highlights Tuesday’s schedule for the EMass football semifinals. The MIAA released the schedule yesterday.

Northeast makes playoffs

Jeff Powalisz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T05:00:00Z

The do-or-die game for a Division 4A playoff spot quickly turned into an exhibition. With both teams’ seasons on the line, Northeast routed North Shore last night, 52-20, at Landrigan Field in Wakefield.

All about the family

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T01:17:04Z

At the conclusion of each day’s practice, the Marlborough High football team comes together and breaks the group huddle shouting one powerful word: “family.’’

New coaches reflect on big game

2009-11-26T02:20:46Z

We asked the two first-year coaches, Medford’s Rico Dello Iacono and Malden’s Joe Pappagallo, their thoughts going into the Thanksgiving game:

Globe South Thanksgiving Day matchups

2009-11-26T01:39:22Z

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Winchester High football seniors ‘home’ at last

Maureen Mullen, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T02:08:55Z

When the Winchester High football team entertains Woburn this morning in Knowlton Stadium at Manchester Field, it will be the first time since 2004 the Sachems have hosted the annual Thanksgiving Day clash. It will also mark the first time the Winchester seniors have played a home game.

Thanksgiving Day games North of Boston

2009-11-26T02:07:06Z

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2009-11-26T01:19:12Z

DIVISION 1 Waltham (5-4) at Brockton (8-1)

A-B completes perfect season

Jeff Schaible, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-21T20:19:57Z

A-B 3 Longmeadow 0 WORCESTER — The Acton-Boxboro field hockey team completed its undefeated season in typical fashion yesterday, a 3-0 shutout of Longmeadow in the Division 1 state championship at Worcester State’s John F. Coughlin Field.

Watertown nabs Div. 2 title

Nick French, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-21T23:10:34Z

Watertown 1 Oakmont 0 WORCESTER — Not too many programs can claim seven years between state titles to be a drought, but the Watertown field hockey program is one of them. The Red Raiders ended the figurative drought yesterday with a 1-0 win over Oakmont at Worcester State to bring the MIAA Division 2 championship trophy back to Watertown.

Sandwich victory vs. Falmouth stuffed with positives

Ryan Thomas, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-30T04:00:00Z

Sandwich’s defense is still a work in progress, said coach Ted Tedeschi. But after the 6-0-1 team’s 2-0 win over Falmouth (6-1-1) in a battle of undefeated Atlantic Coast Conference boys’ soccer teams, Tedeschi acknowledged his defense, chock full of inexperienced sophomores, has been improving and played very well yesterday.

Salem’s golfers haunt Danvers

Seth Lakso, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-29T04:00:00Z

Salem’s Witches certainly seem to have cast a spell on Northeastern Conference rival Danvers. Salem topped Danvers, 43.5 to 28.5, in a boys’ golf match at Olde Salem Greens Golf Course yesterday, snapping the Falcons’ 58-match conference unbeaten streak, which began in 2004.

Campbell is off and running

Emily Wright, Globe Staff — 2009-09-28T04:26:35Z

With a combined three-game rushing total of more than 500 yards, senior running back Matt Campbell is off to a glorious start for Attleboro.

Everett holds off Eagles

Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-27T05:47:44Z

DANVERS - Whether it was last week’s debacle in Dracut, or last year’s pounding by St. John’s Prep, Everett had a plethora of reasons to be ready for this nonleague tilt at Cronin Memorial Stadium.

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Crimson Tide get lift from Asprilla, Langston

Emily Wright, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-27T05:48:18Z

DANVERS - Everett prevailed yesterday at St. John’s Prep, 17-7, thanks to the quick feet of junior Manuel Asprilla and sophomore Vondell Langston.

A Sonny outlook for Cushing

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-27T05:50:22Z

In his first game at Cushing Academy, Sonny Mastromatteo led his team to a 21-14 come-from-behind victory.

Spartans handle Mustangs with ease

Jeff Schaible, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-27T05:49:41Z

GROTON - Lawrence Academy senior captain Denzel Brito likely hasn’t forgotten how his junior season ended - one touchdown shy of a league championship.

Franklin surprises Mansfield

Mike Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z

All hope seemed lost for Brian Garvey and Franklin. Mansfield was poised to run out the remaining three minutes of the game. However, the Hornets decided to throw the ball. That proved to be a fatal error as Garvey intercepted a Nik Busharis pass that paved the way for Franklin’s stunning 29-28 come-from-behind victory.

In a rush, B-R tops Marshfield

Emily Wright, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z

Bridgewater-Raynham used a dominant passing game and solid offensive line play to pave the way for a 28-7 victory over Marshfield last night at Trojan Stadium. The Trojans beat the Rams for the first time since 2002 and proved their 3-0 start and No. 20 ranking is no fluke.

Raiders’ late rally sinks Dracut

Jon Raymond, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z

Coach Chuck Adamopolous told his Central Catholic squad to prove the doubters wrong last night as the Raiders hosted Dracut at Lawrence Stadium. And that’s exactly what they did.

BB&N opens in style

Jeff Powalisz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z

Talent can usually be spotted quickly on the football field. Division 1 talent? With BB&N’s Jimmy McCaffrey, the realization took one play.

Schedule change gives league an added boost

Brendan Hall, Globe Correspondent — 2009-09-26T04:00:00Z

When we last left the Buckingham, Browne & Nichols’ team, it had wrapped up an 8-0 season, completed an exciting win over Lawrence Academy for the Independent School League championship, and its two stars - wide receiver Jimmy McCaffrey and tight end Blake Barker - were getting ready for a handful of unofficial college visits.

Fate’s hit reveals a wider football family

Bob Hohler, Globe Staff — 2009-09-23T04:00:00Z

DANVERS - The Coppola triplets did what Coppolas do. They played football. Like their father, Skip, a former quarterback at Pope John High School in Everett, and older brother, Derek, a running back at the University of New Hampshire, the North Reading triplets played a violent sport because they loved it. All three were on the fast track a year ...

Players of the week

2009-02-16T05:00:00Z

BOYS Eric Czapka, Tabor Academy - The senior captain scored twice in Tabor's 7-4 victory over St. Sebastian's in the annual Travis Roy Cup. For his efforts, he was rewarded with the game's MVP honors.

Players of the week

2009-02-16T05:00:00Z

Boys Dom Richmond, Cape Cod Tech - Richmond scored 34 points in a loss to Old Colony Friday, breaking the school scoring mark. Richmond has 1,441 points to pass Freeman Perry (1,410).