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    Rockets Football has incredible season
    December 21, 2024In a cold and wet game attended by over 1,000 fans, Xaverian Brothers High School (XBHS) edged out Needham 14-7 in a hard-fought matchup on Thursday, December 5 at Gillette Stadium. Xaverian struck first with a long touchdown pass on the opening drive, followed by...  more...
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    Volleyball’s successful playoff run
    November 21, 2024By Julia Beauregard Hometown Weekly Editor On Tuesday, November 12, the Needham girls’ varsity volleyball team put up a determined fight in a tough playoff match against Newton North. Despite their efforts and strong teamwork, Needham fell short, with a score of 0-3. Newton North...  more...
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    Girls’ soccer triumphs round two
    November 14, 2024By Riley FontanaHometown Weekly Reporter The Needham Rockets girls’ soccer took on the Winchester High School Red and Black in the second round of the Massachusetts Division 1 Playoffs. Winchester played hard and tried to stage a comeback but Needham came out on top, winning...  more...
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    Rockets fight hard in first playoff game
    November 7, 2024By Riley Fontana Hometown Weekly Reporter The Needham Rockets field hockey team took on the Wellesley Raiders in the first round of the State Championship playoffs. Needham fought hard but ultimately Wellesley came out on top 6-0, putting an end to the Rocket's playoff career. ...  more...
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    Rockets soar over Walpole
    November 2, 2024By Riley Fontana Hometown Weekly Reporter The Walpole Timberwolves and the Needham Rockets finished off the varsity volleyball season at Needham on October 24. Each set was a chase for the lead, but Needham came out on top with a 3-0 win.  Walpole Senior Mia...  more...
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    Girls’ soccer soars against Westwood
    October 25, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter The Needham girl’s soccer team played away at Westwood High School this past Saturday, October 19th for an intense matchup that led to a 1-0 shutout by the Rockets.  Within the first half, the girls displayed excellent strength and...  more...
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    Girls’ Volleyball triumphs over Concord-Carlisle
    October 18, 2024By Madison Butkus Hometown Weekly Reporter The Needham Rockets Girls’ Volleyball team hosted the Concord-Carlisle Patriots this past Thursday, October 10th. This high-intensity match up consisted of the Rockets taking the first two sets of the game and clinching their win in the final set. ...  more...
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    Legion Baseball’s historic season
    August 8, 2024By Riley Fontana Hometown Weekly Reporter Legion Baseball is celebrating an undefeated season as summer winds down. The high school team went 16-0 during the regular season, featuring several thrilling comebacks. Although their journey ended at the state tournament, their performance is still commendable. The...  more...

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