Boston High School Sports

Latin Academy girls stun O’Bryant for title

Hannah Becker, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-16T03:20:20Z

After 18 consecutive years of an O’Bryant stronghold on the Boston City League girls’ outdoor track and field championships, there’s a new champion in town.

Xaverian trips No. 4 BC High

Ayoub Kourikchi, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-15T04:47:48Z

Senior center fielder Mark Stefaniak lined a one-out, bases-loaded single to center field in the eighth inning to lift the Xaverian baseball team to a 3-2 upset of Catholic Conference-leading and No. 4-ranked BC High Monday in Westwood.

Wayland's Cunningham carries comrades

Hannah Becker, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-14T03:28:27Z

With just over a quarter to play and Concord-Carlisle cutting into Wayland’s lead, the Warriors’ sophomore superstar stepped up and forced her way to the net to regain control on the match.

Girls' lacrosse players of the week

2012-05-14T03:27:38Z

Bri Maher, Ashland - The junior midfielder became the first player in school history to reach 200 career goals. In a 2-0-1 week for Ashland, she netted 14 goals and 10 assists, and reached 100 points for the season.

Boys' volleyball players of the week

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Haverhill, North Quincy perfect so far

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-14T03:24:44Z

For boys’ volleyball coaches Bill Kaste (Haverhill) and Jason Cai (North Quincy), an undefeated season would be a major accomplishment.

Boys' Lacrosse players of the week

2012-05-14T03:19:24Z

Players of the week Nick Baxter/Tate Jozokos, Governor’s Academy - Baxter, a senior goalie, made nine saves while Jozokos, a junior midfielder, scored twice as Governor’s beat St. Sebastian’s, 4-3, in a battle of undefeated ISL squads.

Hulking goalie anchors Reading

Jason Mastrodonato, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-14T03:17:58Z

Reading lacrosse coach Charlie Hardy describes the usual pregame scene as such: The referees look across the field and notice a hulking, 6-foot-4-inch, 260-pound man with a goalie stick. They proceed to question Hardy about the player’s eligibility.

High school baseball players of the week

2012-05-14T03:15:15Z

Casey DeAndrade, East Bridgewater - The senior righthander tossed a one-hitter as the No. 19 Vikings (10-2) beat Abington, 8-0, on Tuesday. DeAndrade struck out 13, including the first five and last three batters he faced.

With renewed commitment, Cathedral notches win

Zac Vierra, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-14T03:13:16Z

When Cathedral defeated Randolph, 12-2, last Monday, it was the first win for the Panthers in three years. For coach Collin Johnson, the victory showed how far the team has come since he took the helm last season.

Concussion risks higher for youth

Anahad O’Connor, New York Times — 2012-05-13T08:08:42Z

During a soccer game two years ago, Megan Wirtz, a goalkeeper for her high school team, was bending down to pick up a ball when an opposing player accidentally kicked her in the face.

Central Catholic wins Collins-McIntyre meet

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2012-05-13T07:32:16Z

Central Catholic swept both the boys’ and the girls’ titles Saturday at the 52d annual Collins-McIntyre Andover Invitational.

Playing with heart

Andrew MacDougall, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

On a cloudy, cold, and windy afternoon, Bob Huckabee was all over the field, trying to get in as much instruction time as he could before the weather ultimately cut short practice for his Apponequet Regional softball team. Huckabee is a very active coach. That passion, and love of the game, is fueled by his nearly two-decade friendship with the late Peter Looney, a legend on Apponequet who Huckabee has replaced this spring.

Newton North makes some noise

Phil Perry, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

Katie Caruso plays softball with the energy of a first-grader full on Pixie Stix.Against Dedham last week, under the lights of Memorial Field, the senior was in perpetual motion from the first pitch until the last out of Newton North’s 3-0 win. And with her whopping .672 average, 10 home runs and 33 RBIs, the Southern New Hampshire-bound shortstop has carried the Tigers to a 13-2 record.

Newton North makes some noise

Phil Perry, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

Leading from the front

2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

Newton North High School softball captain Katie Caruso racks up some impressive statistics.

Marvin Pave, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

Eliza Scoba, a two-sport standout at Franklin High, has put her name in the women's lacrosse record book at St. Michael's College. A two-time captain whose grandfather, Michael, was an All-American football player at Syracuse, racked up 102 goals and 138 points in her career. And more importantly, according to coach Ashley Hughes, she was a great team leader who always put the team ahead of her personal accomplishments.

Clerveaux records track hat trick

Hannah Becker, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-13T04:00:00Z

Brockton’s Vanessa Clerveaux broke the MSTCA Coaches Invitational meet record in the girls’ 100-meter hurdles not once, but three times Saturday at Dilboy Stadium in Somerville.

Malden’s ace Amos no-hits Cambridge

Ayoub Kourikchi, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-12T04:00:00Z

All-Scholastic pitcher Kiara Amos threw her second no-hitter of the season and was an infield error away from recording a perfect game as the No. 5 ranked Malden girls dominated Greater Boston League rival, Cambridge, 12-0, Friday at Callahan Park, in Malden.

DiBiasos share the spotlight

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2012-05-12T04:00:00Z

The son owns virtually every state high school passing record. The father is one of the most successful coaches in state high school history. Everett's Jonathan and John DiBiaso will share the spotlight Monday as the Jack Grinold Eastern Massachusetts Chapter of the National Football Foundation holds its annual awards dinner at Lombardo’s in Randolph.

Plan moves forward

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2012-05-11T04:00:00Z

FRANKLIN - Even with the biggest hurdle yet to come, Thursday’s 10-4 vote in favor of the statewide football playoff system by the Tournament Management Committee included something seldom seen in an MIAA meeting: a celebration.

As usual, she drives the offense

Andrew MacDougall, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-10T04:01:00Z

A three-year starter at point guard, Martin handed out 25 assists in the first 13 games, along with netting a team-high 48 goals.

Milford aims for a three-peat

Lenny Megliola, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-06T04:00:00Z

The Milford High baseball program is shooting for its third straight league title, a first in program history. But the Scarlet Hawks, in their final season in the Central Mass. (Mid-Wach A) before moving to Eastern Mass. (Hockomock) next year, have more than a three-peat on their minds. Under the direction of Steve Manguso, and his predecessor, the late Charlie Stand, Milford has qualified for the postseason every year since 1978.

Hoyt’s hustle keys Xaverian

Andrew MacDougall, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-06T04:00:00Z

In terms of anticipation, the arrival of Chris Hoyt was a long time coming for Xaverian Brothers baseball coach Gerry Lambert .

Lowell High baseball dedicating season to Keenan

Ryan MacInnis, Globe Correspondent — 2012-05-06T04:00:00Z

There was a brief moment of silence as the Lowell High baseball team, donning their maroon uniforms, huddled before its game against host Billerica Wednesday afternoon. The initials “A.K.” were clearly visible in maroon lettering on the right side of each of their white caps with the maroon bill.

Football playoff is a step closer

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2012-04-27T04:00:00Z

The new proposal for a statewide high school football playoff system got a boost Thursday from an important group of people - those who look at the bottom line.

Andover girls’ teams still clicking

Ryan MacInnis — 2012-04-26T04:00:00Z

Ally Fazio paces the Andover High girls’ lacrosse team with 20 goals. But Golden Warriors coach John McVeigh is more impressed that the University of Connecticut recruit has also collected 20 assists. The Farnham twins, Anne and Kate, are also key contributors on offense, but their ability to scoop up ground balls and deliver crisp passes are just as important to an Andover squad off to a 7-2 start.

Westwood’s legacy of excellence

Andrew MacDougall — 2012-04-26T04:00:00Z

Lesley Frank wears a charm, a cross, and two beads, one purple, one green as friendly reminders of how lucky she has been as both the coach of the defending Division 1 state champion Westwood High girls’ lacrosse program, and as a mother of two daughters who have flourished in the game. But when it comes to success, make no mistake - Frank believes sometimes luck can be confused with hard work and dedication.

Montelus picks Notre Dame

Bob Holmes, Globe Staff — 2012-04-24T04:05:57Z

During Everett’s 13-0, Super Bowl-winning season last fall, record-setting quarterback Jonathan DiBiaso often credited his offensive line for his success.

Barnstable adds No. 14 to dynasty

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2011-11-20T06:23:14Z

At the end, Barnstable coach Tom Turco and setter Kayla Crook smiled brightly and held up 14 fingers - for 14 championships.

Red Raiders roll on

Liz Torres and Nick French, Globe Correspondents — 2011-11-17T06:19:11Z

There are three characteristics every champion needs: skill, strategy, and senior leadership.

Central is still alive after five

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2011-11-16T07:11:15Z

Neither team had been pushed to a 3-2 match this season, so last night’s Division 1 girls’ state volleyball semifinal figured to be a close contest.

Brookline powers by Tigers

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2011-11-13T06:57:19Z

A heated Bay State Conference rivalry added an extra dimension last night at Babson College: elimination.

Brookline rallies past North Quincy

Liz Torres, Globe Correspondent — 2011-11-11T06:35:36Z

Propelled by a “I believe that we can win’’ chant and senior outside hitter Maya Midzik’s 22 kills, Brookline beat rival North Quincy, 3-2, last night in a Division 1 Central/East semifinal at North Quincy.

Giving her all, on and off the court

Cat Calsolaro, Globe Correspondent — 2011-11-06T01:13:25Z

Whether she is serving up aces on the court, assisting a struggling teammate, or building houses in Virginia, Melissa Dal Pozzo is always on the go.

Trio keeps Marian perfect heading into tourney

Lenny Megliola, Globe Correspondent — 2011-10-30T08:19:44Z

Southborough’s Tess Anketell, Monica Hanley of Framingham, and Ashland’s Kristin Archambault played other sports when they were younger, and still do. Their freshman year at Marian High in Framingham, the three discovered each other, and the volleyball court. But who knew that it would materialize like this as seniors. The Mustangs are 17-0, champs of the Catholic Central Small. They have been led by the three seniors, strangers four years ago, who have become best friends. ”

Holbrook girls netting results

Colleen Casey, Globe Correspondent — 2011-10-23T03:49:21Z

Off to an 11-0 start in the Mayflower Conference, the Holbrook High girls’ volleyball is determined to repeat as conference champions. But at 16-3 overall under the direction of coach Vincent Hayward, the Bulldogs are also gearing up for an extended run in the Division 3 state tournament.

Youth league primes players for Algonquin

Anthony Gulizia, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-23T06:41:18Z

Conor Healey recalls signing up for the Northborough-Southborough Youth Lacrosse Association eight years ago. He had no idea how to play the game.

Record spoiler inspires Westwood

Jake Seiner — 2011-06-23T06:05:06Z

In every championship season, certain moments stand alone, unforgettable memories that often define the team hoisting the trophy at the end of their journey.

Injured teammate powers Sachems

Arielle Aronson — 2011-06-23T05:26:22Z

After the Winchester High girls captured the Division 2 North title — scoring 10 unanswered goals in the second half of a 16-6 win over Ipswich — their destination was pretty clear. With the trophy in tow, the Sachems went to visit cocaptain Julia Breckwoldt , who was resting in the hospital after undergoing knee surgery earlier in the day.

Turners Falls triumphs

John McGuirk, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-19T05:32:27Z

WORCESTER — Until the seventh inning, Turners Falls junior Samantha Caouette had done nothing at the plate. Two trips resulted in a strikeout and an infield popup.

Wahconah wins in extra innings

Arielle Aronson, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-19T05:31:05Z

WORCESTER — Wahconah sophomore Shannon Lussier played the hero yesterday afternoon, knocking in the winning run with a single to center field in the top of the 11th inning, and the Warriors clinched the Division 2 state championship with a 4-3 win over Burlington.

King Philip wears crown

Seth Lakso, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-19T05:29:19Z

WORCESTER — With the crowd on its feet, Meg Rico picked up her 19th strikeout of the game, tying her career high and clinching King Philip’s second consecutive Division 1 state title.

Winthrop happily proved any doubters wrong

Arielle Aronson — 2011-06-19T03:24:59Z

With Alex Ferri in the pitcher’s circle, opposing hitters were in for a long day against the Winthrop High junior during the Division 3 North softball tournament.

Medfield pours it on

Anthony Gulizia, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-18T04:00:00Z

When it rains, it pours — just ask the Medfield boys’ lacrosse team.

Westwood in command

Jake Seiner, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-18T04:00:00Z

The Westwood girls’ lacrosse team entered yesterday’s Division 1 state final with just one dent, one little blemish, on its r�sum�.

Freshman’s maturity on display

Arielle Aronson — 2011-06-16T00:59:30Z

His pregame routine is a bit different from the rest of his teammates at St. John’s Prep. In the privacy of a locker room, Drew O’Connell of Middleton secures an insulin pump to his thigh before slipping on his uniform.

Rico’s act lifts Warriors

Seth Lakso, Globe Correspondent — 2011-06-15T04:00:00Z

Last night King Philip moved one step closer to defending its Division 1 State championship behind a tremendous performance from junior Meg Rico.

A running spirit

Patrick McHugh, Globe Correspondent — 2010-12-05T03:25:20Z

MILTON — Wool socks and tie-dye shorts are not typical running attire, but Henry Russell is not your typical runner.

Rocha is simply running her own race

Doug Saffir, Globe Correspondent — 2010-12-05T00:52:13Z

As the rain clouds loomed overhead, Catarina Rocha kept her focus. While a number of her classmates were working out inside the gymnasium at Peabody High School last week, Rocha was outside on the track, clad in shorts and a T-shirt, running lap after lap.

Quite an impressive feat for Peabody’s Rocha

Ian Tasso, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-28T06:19:17Z

When Catarina Rocha hung up her soccer cleats this past summer and picked up a pair of running shoes, not even her father saw what was coming next.

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Reading captures the title

Liz Cohen, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-22T07:26:30Z

The MIAA Division 2 swim champions looked at yesterday’s victory as Christmas arriving a month early.

Andover rules waves

Sarina Mathai, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-22T07:25:51Z

In 2006, an 11-year-old Rachel Moore witnessed New Jersey’s Lauren English, the former national high school swimmer of the year, set the school record at Harvard’s Blodgett Pool in the 100-yard backstroke.

Feehan sweeps titles

Seth Lakso, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-21T05:00:00Z

For the second year in a row, Bishop Feehan had a banner day at the MIAA girls’ Division 2 cross-country state championships, as it swept the team and individual honors at Gardner Municipal Golf Club. Shamrock senior Viviana Hanley capped off her stellar season, placing first and recording the fastest girls’ time, finishing the 2.9 mile course in ...

Gallagher wins in close finish

Braden Campbell, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-21T05:00:00Z

Even the elite runners among the local corps know Dana Dourdeville of Old Rochester poses a threat to even the largest lead. His finishing kick, in particular, is recognized as one of the best in the state.

Andover gets first state title

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-21T05:00:00Z

Championship T-shirts were already made for Andover’s field hockey team before it played Algonquin for the Division 1 state title yesterday at Worcester State.

Strokes of genius

Doug Saffir, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-20T23:28:10Z

Their devotion to family, not to mention a juggernaut Andover High girls’ swim program, has led the Korsberg twins to Blodgett Pool at Harvard University for the second time in two years.

Keefe’s work pays off in overtime

Michael Grossi, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-17T05:00:00Z

Although Meagan Keefe didn’t play a lot of minutes in last night’s Division 1 EMass field hockey final, she did come up with the biggest play.

Andover girls dominate North championship

Sarina Mathai, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-14T08:06:51Z

CAMBRIDGE — Another year, another MIAA North Sectional girls’ swimming championship for Andover. Amid the flurry of congratulations directed toward coach Marilyn Fitzgerald, she at one point responded by saying that Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Zesiger Aquatic Center has “been a lucky place for us.’’

Walpole knocks off Wellesley

Liz Cohen, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-14T07:53:03Z

For the fifth straight year, Walpole came out on top in the MIAA Division 1 South sectional, handing Wellesley a 3-0 loss yesterday at Taunton High School.

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Andover goes the distance against A-B

Sebastian Lena, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-14T07:52:35Z

NORTH ANDOVER — The Andover football team outlasted Lowell in eight overtimes Friday night. It was a gutsy performance that inspired the Andover field hockey team going into their Division 1 North final against defending state champion Acton-Boxboro.

Awakening to win

Patrick McHugh, Globe Correspondent — 2010-11-14T05:02:33Z

Amanda Bird-Clemmer acknowledges that, on occasion, part of her lesson may be lost in translation for students in her Spanish class at Scituate High.

Andover swimmers rule MVC

Liz Cohen, Globe Correspondent — 2010-10-30T04:00:00Z

Andover captured the Merrimack Valley Conference dual swimming meet title, winning 11 of the 12 events in a 96-82 win over host Chelmsford yesterday.

St. John’s, Duxbury triumph

Jay Gearan, Globe Correspondent — 2010-10-27T04:00:00Z

Nick McLaughlin shot a 1-over-par 71 and Nick Pandelena added a 73 to power St. John’s Prep to the MIAA Division 1 golf championship yesterday at Longmeadow Country Club.

Weston returns to top spot

Seth Lakso, Globe Correspondent — 2010-10-26T04:00:00Z

Weston’s three senior golf captains — Jon Greb, Will Caro, and Nick Buenaventura — have been battling for individual honors all season, and yesterday was no different. The trio all shot in the 70s at the Division 3 state tournament, with Greb’s even-par 70 taking the individual championship and helping the Wildcats secure their third team title in ...