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MedBall dominates Ashland

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

Basketballs echoed throughout the Medfield gymnasium on Tuesday, January 2nd, it was the first match of the New Year for the MedBall girls' basketball team and they were warming up for a fiery match against the Ashland Clockers. A defensive...

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Boys’ Basketball triumph over Braintree

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

Bleachers were packed, and the student section was bright pink and full of energy as the Needham High gym on Friday, January 5th the Needham boys basketball team hosted the Braintree Wamps in league competition. The Rockets ultimately took the...

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Timberwolves girls’ hockey faces defeat

By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Ice skates glided across the ice at the Franklin Pirelli Arena on Saturday, December 30th, as the Walpole Girls' Hockey Timberwolves journeyed to face the Medfield Warriors in their second-season matchup. The competition is consistently intense for both teams, striving for the decisive goal...

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Girls’ hockey triumphs over Timberwolves

By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Ice skates glided gracefully across the ice at the Franklin Pirelli Arena on Saturday, December 30th, as Medfield Girls' Hockey hosted the Walpole Timberwolves for their second matchup of the season. This special competition showcased the Warriors' commitment to mental health awareness, as they...

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Boys’ Hockey falls to Hopkinton

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Blades sliced the ice on Wednesday evening as the Westwood boys' hockey team hosted the Hopkinton Hillers at the Canton Ice House for their third league match of the season. In a hard-fought battle, the Wolverines fell to the Hillers...

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Big Blue triumphs over Hopkinton

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Medfield's gymnasium was abuzz last Tuesday evening as the Medfield Big Blue basketball team faced off against the Hopkinton Hillers in a heated Tri-Valley League (TVL) Large competition. The Big Blue secured their second league win of the season, clinching...

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Doubleheader defeat

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Walpole's gymnasium was filled with excitement as fans from Walpole and Norwood gathered on a chilly December evening, just days before the holiday break. Walpole celebrated by hosting a doubleheader event for the boys' and girls' basketball teams, both of...

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Girls’ hockey comes up short

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Reporter

It was an electrifying evening for hockey last Wednesday, December 13th, as local rinks hosted numerous matches to inaugurate the 2023-2024 high school hockey season. The Needham girls hockey team embarked on a journey to Ulin Rink in Milton for their...

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Girls’ basketball owns a winning streak

Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In an exhilarating contest that showcased skill, teamwork, and determination, the Walpole girls' basketball team has initiated a winning streak following their 49-37 victory against Braintree High on Friday, December 15th. The game unfolded as a consistent back-and-forth battle, with both...

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Boy’s hockey faces tough loss

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

Fans anxiously occupied the edges of their seats during a riveting competition as the Dover-Sherborn/Weston High School boys' ice hockey team confronted Dedham High, resulting in a hard-fought 2-1 loss in their inaugural league match of the season.

Boys’ hockey winter preview

Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Westwood High School's hockey team is gearing up for an exciting season, led by Coach Matt Sebet, who is entering his 15th year as a coach and 6th year as head coach. In a recent interview, Coach Sebet provided insights into...

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Looking ahead to winter sports

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

As winter descends upon Needham High School, the campus is abuzz with excitement as students and athletes prepare for the highly anticipated winter sports season. Featuring a diverse array of offerings, including boys' swim team, boys' and girls' hockey, wrestling,...

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Looking ahead to winter sports

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The winter season for the Medfield girls' hockey team commenced in late November 2023. The team initiated its preseason activities, incorporating new recruits into the roster. Notably, this season distinguishes itself from previous years as six eighth graders have received...

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Looking ahead to winter sports

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

As winter envelops Dover-Sherborn High School, the campus hums with anticipation as students and athletes prepare for the eagerly awaited winter sports season. Offering a diverse array of sports, including boys' and girls' swim teams, boys' and girls' hockey, boys'...

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Swim succeeds in Sectionals and States

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In an impressive demonstration of skill and determination, the Walpole High School Swim and Dive Team made a significant impact on their 2023 season. Showcasing their talents in the pool, both the boys and girls secured spots in sectionals and...

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Wrapping up fall sports

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

As the autumn leaves made their final descent, the Needham sports teams achieved notable success during the fall of 2023. The season was a rollercoaster of emotions for our athletes, marked by thrilling victories and triumphs. Here is a comprehensive...

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Wrapping up fall sports

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

As the autumn leaves made their final descent, the Medfield sports teams achieved notable success during the fall of 2023. The season was a rollercoaster of emotions for our athletes, marked by thrilling victories and triumphs. Here is a comprehensive...

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Wrapping up fall sports

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter 

As the autumn leaves completed their descent, Dover-Sherborn sports teams achieved notable success during the fall of 2023. The season was a rollercoaster of emotions for our athletes, marked by thrilling victories and triumphs. Here is a comprehensive overview of...

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Girls’ Volleyball falls in Final Four

Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Needham fans, adorned in blue and gold, gathered to support the fifth-seeded Needham girls' volleyball team on Wednesday, November 15th, as they embarked on a crucial postseason match against Newton-North at Newton-South. In a lengthy and hard-fought battle, the Rockets succumbed...

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Warriors fight courageously in State Championship

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In a remarkable regular season and postseason, the Medfield girls' volleyball team demonstrated dominance on the court, showcasing outstanding talents and team energy unparalleled in the Division III tournament. Following a decisive 3-0 victory in the semifinal against Amherst-Pelham, their...

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