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Week 3 of the high school football season can be a make-it-or-break-it week. Several schools are desperately trying to avoid 0-3 starts, while some others can take giants steps towards making the playoffs with a 3-0 start. ...

ABINGTON – It's a special season for the Abington High football team, as longtime head coach Jim Kelliher cherishes his 50th season. So, what's better than a 3-0 start to celebrate? “3-0, there was no way I would’ve thought that," Kelliher said with a laugh. "No way.” ...

WEST ROXBURY — When Catholic Memorial’s Peter Bourque was subbed in during the Div. 2 state championship last year as a freshman quarterback, it was his introduction to CM football. As back-to-back state champions, there’s no more surprises, only high expectations. In Saturday’s 50-36 win over St....

The Brockton High football team played its first road game of the season Friday night, and nearly emerged with its first win. Freshman quarterback Jayden Campbell snuck into the end zone on fourth down at the goal line to even things at 21 with 2:47 left in regulation, but it was L-S quarterback Cooper Tarantino who scored the game-winning TD on a run from 10 yards out as the Boxers suffered a 29-21 defeat in overtime.

NEW YORK (AP) — C.J. Montes threw for two touchdowns, Julius Loughridge ran for two and Fordham overwhelmed Stonehill 44-0 on Saturday. The Rams (3-1) were not affected by the rain and wind from Tropical Storm Ophelia, piling up 497 yards. Montes was 14 of 21 for 220 yards, Loughridge ran for 108 yards and Garrett Cody had six receptions for 119 yards.

WEST BRIDGEWATER – It was Joe Earner's game to own. It was Brandon Comeau's game to win. Together, it was the tandem's game to seal. Earner, a senior running back, ran 31 times for 253 yards and 2 touchdowns and Comeau, a junior receiver, snatched the go-ahead touchdown from nine yards out 2:10 left...

Conference Carolinas has named Emmanuel as the top team in the Men's Bowling Preseason Coaches' Poll for the second year in a row. This announcement was made on September 22. The Lions have twice been runners-up in the Championship. They received four points and two first-place votes, securing their top spot in the poll.

The Emmanuel Lions, who have won the Conference Carolinas three times, are predicted to be the frontrunners in the 2023-24 Conference Carolina's Men's Swimming Preseason Poll. This poll, released on September 21, 2023, was voted on by the head coaches of the league. The Lions topped the poll with 25 points, gaining five out of six first place votes.

FALL RIVER — Holbrook/Avon coach Mike Walsh and senior quarterback Chuck Luarasi noticed a big difference with Atlantis Charter/Westport co-op football team on Thursday. Last season, Holbrook/Avon won a rout over the Tritons, 52-18. But on this night, the Tritons had the Bulldogs on the ropes several times before...

We New Englanders love our Patriots football and Boston Red Sox. But even more so, we love to get outside and do our own thing, from athletic leagues in baseball, softball, and basketball, to rowing, pickleball, and tennis. Whether we're out jogging or hiking, we definitely take advantage of our surroundings, especially in the spring, summer, and fall. Cycling is another biggie, especially in Boston, where you often see families cycling along the Charles River and the more serious cyclists all geared up and zooming around.

BOSTON RED SOX — Reinstated RHP Kenley Jansen from the Covid-19 related IL. Optioned RHP Zack Weiss to Worcester (IL). CHICAGO WHITE SOX — Reinstated RHP Declan Cronin from the 15-day IL and his injury rehab assignment at Charlotte (IL). CLEVELAND GUARDIANS — Recalled RHP Michael Kelly from...

WEYMOUTH — When it comes to making prime plays in key football moments, Weymouth High’s Dante Tordiglione, made a reference to a 1999 classic film.  “Ever since I was a kid I was studying guys like Deion Sanders,” said Tordiglione. “So basically it’s like a sixth sense to be honest with you.” ...

MIDDLEBORO— The Taunton High football team made it nearly 10 quarters into the 2023 season without surrendering a single point. Then, the Tigers gave up a touchdown just before the half. From there, all momentum shifted to Middleboro. The Sachems (2-1) erased a 14-0 deficit, putting up three unanswered touchdowns to earn the...

It only took the Bears defense all of 46 seconds to silence the Harvard crowd on Friday evening in Massachusetts. Linebacker Ethan Royer got underneath a tipped pass from Crimson quarterback Charles Deprima and tracked it down for the pick. The Bears made the most of that stolen opportunity and marched right down to the goal line. Running back Stockton Owen bullied his way in for the go-ahead score and it was clear early that Brown had revenge on its mind.

Boston will have its own National Women’s Soccer League team starting in 2026. The ownership group has already made huge strides to bringing a team back to the New England area. Joining that fold as minority investors is a familiar name for Boston sports fans. Celtics president of basketball...

CHESTNUT HILL - Following news Boston College had suspended its swim and dive program indefinitely, reports in the student newspaper The Heights reveal a letter sent to student athletes accuses the students of binge drinking and forcing fellow team members to consume their own vomit."It was kind of hard to believe at first because it's pretty crazy to think that they're doing that," said Molly Flaherty, a junior at BC. "I don't know who thought that would ever be a good idea," added junior Daniel Larimer. "That just doesn't seem like fun for anybody.""It's really gross," Flaherty said. "That's unsanitary. I...

SOMERSET — The Somerset Berkley football team is best known for its run heavy, grind-and-pound style of offense. But as visiting Durfee found out on Friday, the Raiders can sling the ball around if needed during a key situation. ...

The Cornwall Colts experienced their first regular-time loss of the 2023-24 season Thursday, a 5-4 decision against the visiting Rockland Nationals played at the Cornwall Civic Complex. Three games into the season, the Colts won their season-opener against the Brockville Braves 4-3 last week, then netted a 2-1 shootout loss...

Boston was awarded expansion rights to be the NWSL’s 15th team, and the franchise promised close ties to the community this week. Boston Unity Soccer Partners, an all-female core ownership group, are the primary investors in the club. The group is led by Jennifer Epstein, the daughter of Boston Celtics minority owner Bob Epstein.

WEYMOUTH, Mass. (September 22, 2023) 一 With the conclusion of its 13th summer collegiate season in New England, the Futures League is pleased to recognize its top players with Friday’s announcement of the annual All-Futures League Teams. The All-Futures League First and Second Teams, which are presented by...