Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
On an unseasonably warm late October evening, spectators gathered to witness Needham High's penultimate match of the regular season. With a record of 13-3, the Needham Rockets faced off against their hosts, the formidable Walpole Porkers, who boasted a 16-1 record....
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
It was not without a touch of drama, but the Needham High School Varsity Girls’ Volleyball team took care of business in Framingham on Thursday. The Rockets battled the Flyers to a sweep in straight sets, their ninth sweep and 12th...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
A week removed from struggling to put points on the board against Milton, the Needham High School football team put on an offensive clinic on Friday night. The Rockets ran away with the game, defeating visiting Braintree 42-21.
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Offensive production was at a premium in Milton on Friday night. Needham High School Varsity Football battled the Wildcats for 40 minutes but could not secure the deciding score, dropping the defensive struggle by a final score of 10-9.
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham High School Varsity Boys’ Soccer struck early and often in Walpole on Wednesday afternoon, opening the scoring less than ten minutes into the game and keeping pace for a 4-1 victory over the Timberwolves.
Playing with scoring...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham High School Varsity Boys’ Soccer struck early and often in Walpole on Wednesday afternoon, opening the scoring less than ten minutes into the game and keeping pace for a 4-1 victory over the Timberwolves.
Playing with scoring...
Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
A gleam illuminated the court floor, balls perfectly aligned, and a net towering high, splitting the court into two sides - the stage was set. As the clock struck six o'clock, it was time for the varsity girls' volleyball team to...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Energetic cheers filled the Babson College Morse Swimming Pool on Tuesday, September 12, as the Needham Swim and Dive team hosted the Walpole Timberwolves for their inaugural swim meet of the 2023-2024 season. Comprising seven freshmen, five sophomores, two juniors,...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
In the evening, the air settled over the Milton turf as the Needham girls soccer team prepared to face their hosts. In a challenging evening match, the Needham girls fell short to Milton, with Milton securing a 1-0 victory through...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Last Thursday, as the sun blazed in the late afternoon, the Needham girls' soccer team took to the field to line up for an 11 v. 11 competition against Brookline High in their final scrimmage of the year. With anticipation...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Fall sports have resumed with fervor, marking the commencement of an exciting season. In the past week, numerous teams took to the fields and courts to demonstrate the fruits of their labor during preseason. Many squads have initiated the season...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
In the heat of the summer, the streets of Needham are a buzz. Whether you are cycling, running, or casually driving to the Needham Center to picnic with friends, Needham is the perfect spot to enjoy a beautiful day. Throughout the...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Dave DiCicco was a humble man, a person who put everyone in front of him as he led the light to shine on them. He was a person you could always go to and have a chat about the world and...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
In the spring of 2023, Needham student-athletes showcased their remarkable talent, securing wins and demonstrating unwavering determination to compete against the best. Each athlete understands the challenges inherent in their pursuits, but more importantly, recognizes the rewarding nature of each...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
A team that will go down in history, a team that has power, and grit that knows how to find a way to win every single match. The Needham boys’ volleyball team have proven themselves time and time again of...
By Max Clifford
Hometown Weekly Reporter
Needham High School Varsity Boys Lacrosse ran roughshod in the round of 32 of the MIAA
Division I tournament, defeating Natick by a final score of 16-6 on Tuesday, June 6. The Rockets’ season would come to close,...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Needham traveled to Walpole High on Thursday, May 11th where they battled a one goal game throughout the competition.
Needham slipped past Walpole’s defense to earn their winning shot with only a few minutes left in the...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
All it takes is one goal to whip past the defense to score the winning goal. Needham traveled to Walpole High on Thursday, May 11th where they battled a one goal game throughout the competition.
Needham slipped past Walpole’s defense to earn their winning shot, with only a few...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
In the cool spring air with a cloudy overcast, the Needham girl’s lacrosse team set out against the fiery red Natick RedHawks. The battle was long fought, as Needham used all their fuel until the very last seconds of overtime. It wasn’t until the...
By Avonlea Cummings
Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter
Stan Chokler has been a Needham resident for the last seven years. In the Needham community, he has built a family of a wife and kids. On Monday, April 17th, Chokler completed his first Boston Marathon.
Chokler has always been keen...
