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Field Hockey triumphs against Warriors

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

In a relentless 60-minute battle, players exerted themselves to the fullest, pushing harder with every step, striving to outmaneuver opponents or execute precise block tackles with strategic precision. In field hockey, success hinges on the unwavering dedication within those crucial...

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Field Hockey scarfed down by Porkers

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

As darkness shrouded the sky, the Walpole turf stage was bathed in light, setting the stage for an exciting evening match. The hosting Walpole field hockey team faced off against the Westwood Wolverines, creating the perfect backdrop to witness both...

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Warriors volleyball digs pink

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The Medfield gymnasium radiated with a sea of pink-clad spectators, creating a vibrant and supportive atmosphere as the Medfield girls' volleyball team commenced their night's competition against Dedham. Both teams, resplendent in bright pink, transformed the gym into a scene...

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Girls’ Soccer dominates season with 6th win

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

Medfield High School Varsity Girls’ Soccer has been as hot as could be since their lone loss of the season on September 12. On Thursday night in Medfield, the Warriors extended their winning streak to six games with their fifth shutout...

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Rockets football fall short in defensive battle

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.

Porkers devour Raiders

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

On a crisp fall afternoon, the Walpole turf came alive with action as the field hockey Porkers took to the field against the Wellesley Raiders. This game marked the beginning of a demanding three-game week for the team. The girls...

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Wolverines triumph in soccer showdown

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

On a brisk evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon at Westwood High turf, the Dover-Sherborn boys' soccer team made their way to face the formidable Wolverines. 

As the temperature dropped, the bundled-up crowd rallied behind...

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Boy’s soccer comes up short against Westwood

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The atmosphere turned chilly as the sun dipped below the horizon over the Westwood High turf, setting the stage for an exciting clash between the Dover-Sherborn boys' soccer team and their hosts, the Westwood Wolverines. As the temperature dropped, the...

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Raiders squash Mustangs

By Jeff Kiesling

Community Contributor 

The DSHS Varsity Football Team secured an exhilarating victory last Friday night at Medway High School in a closely contested matchup. The game witnessed a seesaw battle between the two teams, with the outcome hanging in the balance until the final seconds....

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Xaverian Soccer falls to Medfield

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

The Xaverian soccer team's home turf was enveloped in a frigid embrace as dedicated fans clad in layers of warm attire vociferously cheered, their exhalations forming visible condensation. This contest marked the season's inaugural epic showdown, a yearly spectacle when...

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Walpole falls short to Needham

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...

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Needham finds victory over Walpole

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...

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Boys Soccer flies past Hawks

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

On a frigid evening, Xaverian Brothers High School's turf was shrouded in cold air as dedicated fans bundled up in layers and enthusiastically cheered, their breath forming visible clouds of condensation. It marked the season's inaugural epic showdown, a once-a-year...

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DS Field Hockey dominates Panthers

By Jeff Kiesling

Community Contributor 

The DS Varsity Field Hockey team defeated the Holliston High Panthers at home on September 27 to push their record to 4-1-1 on the season.  The two squads tied in their only meeting last year.  The Raiders were looking for a win...

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Girls Volleyball 4-0 to start the season

By Susan McNeil

Community Contributor 

The Walpole High School (WHS) Varsity Volleyball team has embarked on a spectacular start to the season, clinching four consecutive victories that have ignited excitement among both fans and players, raising hopes for an exceptional season.

The team's successful...

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Girls Soccer races past Mustangs

By Avonlea Cummings

Hometown Weekly Sports Reporter

Braids were tightly woven, and hair ties secured ponytails, crafting perfect game day hairstyles ready to face formidable competition, one that would persist throughout an entire match. Thursday evening marked the occasion when the Medfield girls’ soccer team would host...

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Wolverines dominate Quincy

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The Westwood High School football team celebrated Westwood Day 2023 in style on Friday night, picking up a dominant 35-14 victory over visiting Quincy before welcoming fans onto the field for postgame fireworks.

After suffering from a slow...

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Timberwolves find first victory over Wellesley

By Max Clifford

Hometown Weekly Reporter

The scoring came early and often in Walpole High School Football’s home opener on Friday night. The Timberwolves picked up their first victory of the season, defeating Wellesley 30-14 behind four first half touchdown passes by Noah McKenzie.

Raiders pick up first victory

By Jeff Kiesling 

Community Contributor 

Dover Sherborn’s Varsity Football Raiders picked up their first win of the season last Thursday night at  Sharon High School by defeating the host Eagles by the final score of 7-0. The Raiders had suffered two tough losses against non-conference opponents to...

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Rockets soar past Barnstable 

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...

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