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Manfred Roos, Longtime NEHBPA President, Dead at 88
Manfred "Manny" Roos, a prominent owner and breeder in New England and the former longtime president of the regional chapter of the National Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association, died peacefully June 30. He was 88. Roos, formerly of Newton, Mass., Lexington, Ky., and Plainville, Mass., was actively involved in Thoroughbred...
First Central Falls tennis courts open; gun victim honored
CENTRAL FALLS – The city’s first-ever tennis courts are now open to the public. Officials hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and moving bench dedication to gun violence victim Malcolm Sostre on June 26 at 1 Sacred Heart Ave. Open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, the new courts,...
Check out Sunday's local summer sports schedule
Brockton at Bravehearts, 4 p.m. (Fitton) North County at Northbridge, 11 a.m. (Middle School) Framingham at East Side (2), 5 p.m. (Bowditch) Cherry Valley at Hudson, 7 p.m. (High School) Paul N. Johnson Senior Ruth. Millbury at Tatnuck (2), 10 a.m. (Worcester State) Shrewsbury vs. Sturbridge (2), 10 a.m. (Tivnan)
Topgolf Boston Offering Free Weekday Game Play for Customers
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Turf war? Residents aim to halt construction of synthetic football field in Burrillville, citing risk from PFAS
BURRILLVILLE – Concerns about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – known as forever chemicals – have led a group of town residents to call for a halt to the installation of a synthetic turf field at Burrillville High School. Roberta Lacey has been leading the charge to inform...
TITLETOWN: Apponequet spring sports rack up conference crowns and MVP honors
The spring was a successful season across the board for Apponequet sports teams. Not only did five squads capture conference titles, six reached the MIAA Div. 3 Sweet 16 with three advancing to the Elite 8 and two making it to the Final Four. Also, five Apponequet student athletes were named South Coast Conference MVPs for their respective sports. ...
Redshirt year provided foundation for Kate Powers' record-breaking season at Kentucky
The hammer becomes more than a blunt instrument in Kate Powers' hands. She holds the chain attached to a four kilogram ball and spins before releasing, a ballet of balance, coordination and power. "It’s such a poetic movement. There’s something about it is so special having that ball in your...
After undergoing Tommy John surgery, Shrewsbury's Griffith returns to mound for Bravehearts
WORCESTER ― It was an indelible and, for anyone who knows Ben Griffith, an inevitable moment. The 6-foot, 175-pound right-hander from Shrewsbury came on in relief and pitched a scoreless inning to earn the win as the Worcester Bravehearts defeated the Futures League Road Warriors, 7-3, on June 8 at Fitton Field. ...
WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts 3-2 week keeps pace with FCBL leaders
The Worcester Bravehearts began the week Tuesday with a trip to Norwich to take on the Sea Unicorns, and after a slow start, WooBall came roaring back only to fall just short in a 7-6 loss. The Bravehearts got on the board down 5-0 entering the eighth when Carter Hanson scored on an infield error and then Jacob Hurrell singled in two more. Timmy Wagner followed with a sacrifice fly to make it 5-4.
Sunday's local roundup, results: Fritze drives in eight to fuel Tatnuck sweep
Tatnuck 10, Millbury 3; Tatnuck 13, Millbury 5: Joey Fritze had three hits and drove in eight runs on the day as Tatnuck (12-3) swept Millbury (2-13) at Quinsigamond CC. Fritze singled twice and drove in four runs, Dylan McDonald singled twice and drove in a pair and Chris Palermo drove in a pair as Tatnuck scored five runs in the third and five more in the sixth to top Millbury in the first game.
Heckler Named Head Volleyball Coach
WORCESTER, Mass. – Clark University Director of Athletics and Recreation Trish Cronin announced the appointment of Matthew Heckler as the new head volleyball coach on Monday afternoon. “We are thrilled to welcome Matthew to Clark University,” said Cronin. “His extensive coaching experience and dedication to student-athlete development align perfectly with our university’s values. We are confident that under Matthew’s leadership, our volleyball program will flourish, both competitively and academically.” Heckler joins Clark University with a wealth of coaching experience, most recently serving as the Director of Regional Volleyball at Mill City Volleyball Club in Lowell. During his tenure, Heckler coached…
Meet the T&G Hometeam high school girls' golf Super Team for spring 2024
The Central Mass. High School Sports Awards is proud to announce the player of the year nominees for girls' golf. The winners were announced during the live show that took place June 26 at the Hanover Theatre. The Central Mass. High School Sports Awards show is part of the USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, the largest high school sports recognition program in the country. ...
2024-2025 Varsity Athletics Preparticipation Paperwork
If you are interested in playing a varsity sport at Framingham State University during the 2024-2025 academic year, there are multiple forms required prior to participation. The 2024-2025 pre-participation paperwork can be found and submitted through Front Rush. In order to obtain a front rush account, all student-athletes should reach out to their sports respective head coach. Once a coach has activated a student-athlete on their 2024-25 roster list, an auto-generated email from Front Rush will be sent to the student to set up their front rush account. Once the account is created, student-athletes will have access to the required forms. Please be patient as it will take some time for the email to be sent once a student is added to a roster.
Tuesday's local roundup, results: Northborough, Hudson roll in Legion play
Baseball American Legion Northborough 17, Northbridge 0: Will Mahoney hurled one-hit ball over five innings, Joe Russell was 4 for 4 with a double, three runs and two RBIs, and Zach Meehl (2 for 3) homered, scored three runs and drove in two for host Post 234 (6-8). ...
Pair of WPI coaches with local ties enjoy playing roles at the U.S. Olympic Trials
Mark Wild was an Attleborough Blue Fish Swim Club teammate of Elizabeth Beisel, so it was obviously a thrill for Wild, who grew up in Holden and graduated from St. John’s High, to watch Beisel make her Olympic debut in 2008 and, in 2012, win a silver medal. “It was so cool to...
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