With nationally-recruited quarterback Chris Vargas sidelined with an injury, one might’ve expected a run-heavy … [Read more...] about Roundup: Maxwell Parent’s 355 yards lead St. John’s Prep
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St. Mary’s runs into trouble against Shawsheen
Mark Aboyoun
BILLERICA — No. 8 St. Mary’s traveled to face top-seeded Shawsheen Valley Tech in the Division 5 Round of 8. … [Read more...] about St. Mary’s runs into trouble against Shawsheen
Barrett: Maye-be the face of Boston sports?
Joey Barrett
Because who doesn’t love a useless question that ultimately means nothing? No. I’m not talking about the … [Read more...] about Barrett: Maye-be the face of Boston sports?
Marblehead clipped in Round of 8
Mark Aboyoun
LONGMEADOW — Marblehead’s girls soccer team met its match Thursday evening as the No. 10 Magicians fell to No. … [Read more...] about Marblehead clipped in Round of 8
These Stars shine bright
Joey Barrett
High school football predictions (state tournament)
Joey Barrett
Joey Barrett - Item Sports Editor Overall: 64-26 Last week: 6-2 St. John’s Prep 36 Leominster … [Read more...] about High school football predictions (state tournament)
Friday marks another Fenwick-Abington chapter for Woods
Joey Barrett
PEABODY — When asked to describe Bishop Fenwick’s next postseason opponent, coach Dave Woods called Abington … [Read more...] about Friday marks another Fenwick-Abington chapter for Woods
Krause: Beware of the ominous trap game
Steve Krause
Betcha the Patriots lose tonight. The Pats own a seven-game winning streak. They are coming off a … [Read more...] about Krause: Beware of the ominous trap game
St. John’s Prep back in Final Four
Mark Aboyoun
DANVERS — The top-seeded St. John’s Prep soccer team is back in the Division 1 Final Four after Wednesday’s … [Read more...] about St. John’s Prep back in Final Four
Lynnfield’s 21-win volleyball season ends
Mark Aboyoun
WESTWOOD — Lynnfield’s volleyball season came to an end Wednesday evening in the Division 3 state semifinals. … [Read more...] about Lynnfield’s 21-win volleyball season ends
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Cross country youngsters take on the cold
Mark Aboyoun
LYNN — Nearly 250 young athletes braved cold weather and a challenging course during the 11th Annual … [Read more...] about Cross country youngsters take on the cold
Marblehead-Swampscott Old Timers banquet set for Nov. 24
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MARBLEHEAD — The Marblehead and Swampscott Gridiron Clubs will host this year’s Old Timers banquet Monday, … [Read more...] about Marblehead-Swampscott Old Timers banquet set for Nov. 24
Magicians prepare for toughest test yet
Mark Aboyoun
Through two games in the Division 2 tournament, the Marblehead Magicians are in the Round of 8 and looking to … [Read more...] about Magicians prepare for toughest test yet
Upset on KIPP’s mind heading into Friday
Mark Aboyoun
LYNN — The KIPP Panthers are used to being the underdog, and it’s something they embrace. After taking care of … [Read more...] about Upset on KIPP’s mind heading into Friday
Team of the Week – Lynnfield volleyball
Joey Barrett
You know what I’ve been thinking? In theory, a state tournament match between No. 4 and No. 5 seeds should’ve … [Read more...] about Team of the Week – Lynnfield volleyball
St. Mary’s looking forward to Shawsheen rematch
Mark Aboyoun
St. Mary’s will face the Shawsheen Valley Vocational Tech again this week in the Division 5 football playoffs. … [Read more...] about St. Mary’s looking forward to Shawsheen rematch
Aboyoun: Local athletes deliver in postseason spotlight
Mark Aboyoun
Stars shine brightest when the pressure is highest, and this postseason has been full of athletes stepping up … [Read more...] about Aboyoun: Local athletes deliver in postseason spotlight
Roundup: St. John’s Prep soccer still alive
Joey Barrett
Saturday morning came with Division 1 soccer at Glatz Field in Danvers. The Round of 16 showdown ended with … [Read more...] about Roundup: St. John’s Prep soccer still alive
Catholic Central League All-Stars (cross country)
Joey Barrett
End-of-season awards from the Catholic Central League Most Valuable Player (girls) Kelsey Kwiatek - St. … [Read more...] about Catholic Central League All-Stars (cross country)
Local cross country athletes run wild
Joey Barrett
Race after race across Massachusetts this past Saturday, local cross country programs were well-represented … [Read more...] about Local cross country athletes run wild