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After injuries hamper start of college career, Northbridge's Masciarelli embraces fresh start
Whether it was playing basketball or running distances for Marianapolis Prep, Sydney Masciarelli thrived — and injury free. The Northbridge native headed off to the University of North Carolina in 2021 as a scholarship athlete, after collecting Gatorade runner of the year accolades in Connecticut for her performances, and also reaped NEPSAC honors there for her efforts on the hardwood.
'No-brainer to come back': Friday night fights return with Punch-Out at Polar Park II on Aug. 9
WORCESTER — The inaugural Punch-Out at Polar Park was, by all accounts, considered to be an unmitigated success. So much so that the ring had barely been disassembled last August when talk of running it back became the primary topic of discussion among fans, boxers, support staff, and, most importantly, organizers of the outdoor boxing show at the home of the Worcester Red Sox.
Highlighting the best: South Shore high school rugby all-scholastics
The South Shore was unquestionably the hub of Massachusetts high school rugby in the spring. The area was home to two state champions - BC High in Division 1 and Weymouth in Div. 2 boys - and a pair of state finalists. The Wildcats successfully completed a three-peat by holding Hanover off. The Weymouth girls also reached the state final, running into a powerhouse program in Belmont. ...
'It's kind of been a hit': Westbrook introduces 60-member ant farm to WooSox clubhouse
WORCESTER — Ants have infiltrated the Worcester Red Sox clubhouse. Courtesy of Jamie Westbrook. The WooSox utilityman received an ant farm from his cousin a few weeks ago for his 29th birthday, and on Thursday, 60 male ants from Canada made a new home in the host locker room at Polar Park.
Patriots punter Bryce Baringer set to tee off at Mass. Amateur Championship
Baringer nailed a 25-foot birdie putt on the 18th green to qualify. Patriots punter playing in the Massachusetts Amateur Championship: Set to compete alongside with more than 140 other golfers, one entrant in the 2024 Mass. Amateur Championship is a name that Patriots fans might recognize. Though he’s far from...
WooBall Weekly: Bravehearts get hot as 4-2 week moves them to 3rd in FCBL
After two scheduled off-days in a row, the Worcester Bravehearts began the holiday week Wednesday with a doubleheader against the Future League’s Road Warriors. They settled for a split as WooBall won the opener 7-2 but dropped the nightcap 5-4. In game one it was scoreless going into the...
'I can’t wait to tee it up': Former St. John's star Kyle Tibbetts excited about playing Mass. Amateur at 'home'
Kyle Tibbetts has looked forward to playing the Massachusetts Amateur on his home course of Framingham Country Club for a long time. “It’s been circled on my calendar for years now, ever since they announced it,” the 2006 St. John’s High graduate said. “It’s amazing.”
Friday's local roundup, results: Top of order, closer boost Bravehearts
Futures Collegiate League Bravehearts 7, Brockton 4: The top four hitters in the order — Shea Grady, Owen Pincince, Dylan LaPointe (3 runs) and Matt Milone (2 RBIs) each had two hits, and Joe Mulhern posted the save with three perfect innings and three strikeouts as visiting Worcester (18-15) topped the Rox (11-21)...
Mass Amateur golf tournament information about Framingham CC, player profiles, stats
Defending champion: Ryan Downes (Essex County Club) Low 32 players will qualify for Match Play beginning Wednesday. Parking: Extremely limited. Additional overflow parking will be available at Framingham State University's Maple Street Lot (123 Maple St.). Shuttle service will be provided. Match Play. Wednesday: Round of 32 (a.m.) and Round...
Kyle Tibbetts, longtime Framingham Country Club member, plays up State Am at "The Ham"
If so, Kyle Tibbetts rocks it. (If that's possible) When asked what the former Milford resident does when he’s not chasing an 11-month-old around, or working as a sales rep, or draining birdies, Tibbetts took the everyman route. “I’m kind of your average guy,” he said. “Kind of your...
'Just sit back and watch': Between ants and baseball, there's a lot to see with the WooSox
WORCESTER — Between housing ants, Boston beating New York on Sunday Night Baseball and some looming promotions, baseball in the commonwealth is starting to hit its stride this time of year. And the Worcester Red Sox find themselves right in the thick of it. Coming off a 4-0 win...
Syracuse Mets Stroll Pass Woosox 4-2
A muggy overcast day at Polar Park is not a reason to forgo MiLB baseball. After a spectacular display of Independence Day fireworks, last night, the Syracuse Mets battle the Worcester Redsox in the second game of a short homestand. Losing for the first time in their four year stint...
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