The Holy Cross Crusaders are continuing to build momentum on the recruiting trail, pulling together a highly balanced and incredibly athletic group of verbal commits. Known for their physical brand of football and a knack for identifying under-the-radar talent that fits their high-execution system, the Crusaders have addressed key needs on both sides of the ball.
Where are the Pats at heading into the final day of minicamp?
FOXBOROUGH – If it weren’t for the breeze down in Foxborough on Wednesday, it would have felt like training camp heat had already arrived. On the field, it certainly didn’t look like training camp, though. After a pretty uptempo, intense mandatory minicamp practice on Tuesday (by June standards with no pads of course), Wednesday was a walkthrough day. The most competitive and entertaining thing – aside from Maye-to-Brown during early…
Boston College lands a commitment from Brunswick quarterback Ben Rolapp
Image courtesy of 24/7 Sports Boston College football has secured its quarterback for the class of 2027, as three-star prospect Ben Rolapp announced his commitment to the Eagles. The Brunswick School signal-caller finalized his decision shortly after concluding an official visit to Chestnut Hill, marking a major addition to head coach Bill O’Brien’s building recruiting class. The recruiting process between Boston College and Rolapp moved at a rapid pace. The……
Tournament Management Committee expresses concern over two aspects of the proposed football Super 8 tournament
FRANKLIN- The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) football committee brought its plan for a Division 1A “Super 8” tournament before the Tournament Management Committee (TMC) on Tuesday morning in Franklin. The proposal was met with excitement and skepticism.
NEFJ Point Of View: Covering your first Patriots minicamp practice
By Ava Fernandez NEFJ Correspondent FOXBOROUGH – Just a few weeks after graduating college, I found myself standing on the sidelines at Patriots minicamp on Tuesday, roster and notes in hand, covering an NFL team for the first time as I begin my post-graduate career in sports media. It’s been just 23 days since earning a bachelor’s degree in journalism, with a sports concentration, from UMass Amherst. From selling my…
Patriots announce training camp schedule
Courtesy of the New England Patriots The New England Patriots have officially announced the schedule for their 2026 Training Camp. Football season is officially just around the corner as veteran players are scheduled to report on Friday, July 24, with the team hitting the field the very next day. Fans looking to catch their first glimpse of the 2026 squad can attend the opening public practice on Saturday, July 25,…
Patriots Mini-Camp Preview
Courtesy of the New England Patriots As the calendar flips to mid-June, the New England Patriots are gearing up for mandatory minicamp. This three-day stretch marks the final phase of the spring program before the team breaks for the summer. With a revamped roster, new coaching staff dynamics under Mike Vrabel and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, and the blockbuster arrival of superstar wide receiver A.J. Brown, there is no shortage…
Catching up with Webber Marx after his commitment to Dartmouth
We had an opportunity to catch up with St. Paul’s quarterback Webber Marx after his commitment to Dartmouth last week. Here is what Webber had to say as to why he chose the Big Green. NEFJ: What made Dartmouth the right fit for you athletically and academically? WM: “Many schools have great athletics, but few have the same academic strength as Dartmouth. Growing up, academic and athletic success have been……
The Patriots sign first round pick Caleb Lomu
The Patriots officially signed their 2026 first-round draft pick, offensive tackle Caleb Lomu today. While the financial terms of the rookie deal were not publicly announced, the signing comes on the eve of mandatory mini-camp. Lomu, a 21-year-old standout from the University of Utah, arrives in Foxborough with experience and potential. Standing at 6-foot-6 and weighing 313 pounds, Lomu possesses the prototypical frame and athleticism required to handle the league’s…
Checking in with Bishop Feehan this off-season
Coming off of an appearance in the Division 2 Super Bowl, Bishop Feehan is primed to make another run but this time as an independent. Shamrocks Coach Bryan Pinabell has loaded up the schedule with some big game including match-ups against Xaverian, B.C High, Shawsheen and Bridgewater-Raynham.