<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1zO1U0_0vlNxK4l00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1zO1U0_0vlNxK4l00" width="800" height="631" ><figcaption>Spencer McDavitt in action against Georgetown (Keira McPartlin photo)</figcaption></figure>Please Support Local Advertisers151by E. Charles QuimbyIPSWICH — The IHS boys’ soccer team played three challenging matches last week, ultimately coming out on top.Kicking it off on Tuesday, Ipswich faced local powerhouse Newburyport.The Clippers, winners of the 2022 championship, are known for being fast, strong, and aggressive.Despite the formidable opponent, the Tigers stepped up and played strategically, blocking goal attempt after goal attempt.In the last 10 seconds of the game, when it looked like it would end in a 0-0 tie, senior Ned Buletza scored, marking the Tigers’ first win over Newburyport in over 11 years. Captain Spencer McDavitt said after the game, “Our center backs stepped up huge against Newburyport, and we learned a lot from when we played Amesbury,” another game that the Tigers won in an upset.Their next game, on Thursday, was against the Georgetown Royals, and it also ended in a strong victory. The Tigers continued their offensive momentum, finishing the first half up 1-0. They ended the game after two more goals, beating the Royals 3-2. Ipswich’s final game of the week was against Saugus. In this away match, the Tigers gave it their all and performed well against the Saugus Sachems. Despite the intense competition, the Tigers managed to score a goal, in the end tying the game at 1-1.“I was very proud of the entire team,” Coach Greg Scruton said after the week’s games. “It took everyone working together and stepping up to make it through the week. The players were called on to play different positions and more minutes. They did a great job developing as players and growing as a team.”Ipswich currently stands at 3-2-2 in wins, losses, and ties, and they will play local rival Hamilton-Wenham on Tuesday and Lynnfield on Thursday.E. Charles (Charlie) Quimby is a senior at Ipswich High School<h2>Newsletter</h2>Would you like your week wrapped up? Sign up for our Friday newsletters for a look back and a look ahead. We won't sell (or give away) your email address.The Ipswich Local News is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We can only operate with your assistance.Instead of making a one-time donation, please consider a recurring contribution. You can select whatever amount you wish.Please consider a monthly donation of $10.But support us at whatever level makes you comfortable. Every little helps.</div></body>

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Great week for boys’ soccer with two wins, one tie

IPSWICH — The IHS boys’ soccer team played three challenging matches last week, ultimately coming out on top. Kicking it off on Tuesday, Ipswich faced local powerhouse Newburyport. The Clippers, winners of the 2022 championship, are known for being fast, strong, and aggressive. Despite the formidable opponent, the...