Westwood Volleyball to take next step
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By Michael Flanagan
Hometown Weekly Sports Editor
With numerous state tournament appearances in the past decade, the girls volleyball program at Westwood High has come a long way since Jennifer Murphy began coaching as an assistant in 2007. In 2016, Murphy, a graduate of Westwood in 2003, will take over the head coaching duties for...
DS-Westwood Patriots open season
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The 6th grade DSW Patriots opened their 2016 season Sunday morning with a 13-7 victory in a defensive struggle against Lincoln-Sudbury. Michael Polk led the way with two touchdown runs against a stout LS defense, including a 70 yard sprint down the home sideline to take back the lead for good. Danny Sullivan...
Wolverines look to repeat in TVL
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By Michael Flanagan
Hometown Weekly Sports Editor
After winning a share of the Tri-Valley League title in 2015 with an 8-3 record, the Westwood Wolverines are looking to build upon their success from a season ago and stay atop the TVL.
Among the 10 returning starters for the Wolverines in 2016 are wideouts Kevin Hession...
Westwood boys take summer championship
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The Westwood 10A team was able to pull out a big win over Whitman to win the Suburban League championship. At the end of 6 innings, the teams were tied, 5-5, forcing them into extra frames.
Solid pitching seemed to define the contest, as Westwood got quality innings out of Paul Dyson, Joey Toti,...
Westwood girls cheerlead with Patriots
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Nine Westwood girls participated in the 2016 Junior Patriots Cheerleading Program. They attended two cheer and dance clinics, and one dance rehearsal hosted by the New England Patriots Cheerleaders between May and August. The program concluded with an opportunity to perform in the pre-game show when the Patriots hosted the New Orleans Saints...
14U softball wraps great summer season
Westwood 10A boys ready for championship
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The Westwood 10A summer baseball team has advanced to the championship game, which will be played at Morrison field in Westwood on Thursday, August 4, at 5:30 p.m. Residents and baseball lovers are encouraged to come to Morrison and cheer on the 12 boys who have been playing hard all season....
Westwood Boy Scout Troop 3
Members of Westwood Boy Scout Troop 3 celebrated the end of year with a rocket launch at Hale Reservation. Some of the boys stayed on for an overnight under the stars....
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Westwood swimmers paddle onward
The Walpole and Westwood teams met in Walpole for a Suburban Swim League contest on July 12. Despite a hard-fought effort from both sides, Walpole was able to pull out a home victory.
At the time of printing, the Westwood swimmers have yet to win on the season, though they have a busy week ahead to...
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Westwood Sports Hall of Fame nominations now open
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The Westwood High School Hall of Fame is now accepting applications for the Hall of Fame.
Eligible candidates must be a Westwood High graduate and must have a graduation date of 2006 or prior.
Applications are available at the main library and the town hall. Completed applications should be returned to the Westwood...
Register now for fall school spots
The Westwood Athletic Department is currently conducting registration for fall sports.
Please register before July 31 to assure a spot in tryouts. Each student athlete must complete the following requirements in order to be eligible to try out for school sports:
Registration must be completed. Go to the Westwood High School athletics site (link...
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Westwood Track Club begins summer season
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Westwood Track Club began its summer season two weeks ago, with its first practice of the season on June 22.
Now in its seventh year, the Westwood Track Club has seen its summer track club grow over the years. The program is designed for kids interested in track,...
Wolverines back on top
By Josh Perry
Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Last spring, the Westwood High girls’ lacrosse team suffered a double overtime loss in the state final.
On Tuesday, the Wolverines avenged that loss by beating Longmeadow in West Springfield and on Saturday afternoon they completed a season mission by regaining the Div. 1 state title with a 13-7 victory over...
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Westwood track competes in TVL championship meet
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Westwood High boys and girls varsity track teams competed in the TVL championship on May 18 at Westwood High School. The boys came in fifth place at the championship, and the girls finishing tenth.
On the boys side, sophomore Brian Marsoobian placed first in javelins with a...
Westwood baseball falls to Dover-Sherborn
By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Westwood High varsity baseball team faced off against Dover-Sherborn on May 6 at home, ultimately falling to the Raiders 6-1.
The Raiders immediately made their presence known with two runs in the first inning and three runs in the second inning. The Wolverines picked up a single run in the second,...
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Girls tennis falls to Medfield
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Westwood High tennis team is off to a tough season, as the team faced off against Medfield on April 29.
The Wolverines fell to Medfield with a final of 3-2 against Medfield.
In the beginning of the season, the Wolverines opened strong, with a 4-1 win against Medway...
Westwood Softball Faces Off Against Foxboro
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Westwood High softball team faced off against non-league opponent Foxboro on April 22, picking up an 11-5 win.
In Foxboro, the game began slow, with a scoreless game until the fourth inning. The Wolverines offense stepped up, and scored five runs in fourth inning, with senior Amelia McQuade...
Baseball returns to Westwood
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By Douglas McCulloch
Hometown Weekly Staff
The Westwood High varsity baseball team faced off against Millis last Friday at Westwood High.
The Wolverines led against Millis 2-0 throughout most of the game after picking up an early lead. The team solidified its lead with three back to back runs in the fifth inning, bringing the score...
Spring sports arrives in Westwood
