Adam Kurkjian

Holy Cross 43, Bryant 22 — Crusaders pull away for first win of the season

September 14, 2024

By Samuel Chozick NEFJ Correspondent SMITHFIELD, R.I. — The Holy Cross Crusaders visited Smithfield, Rhode Island this Saturday to take on the Bryant Bulldogs in a non-conference matchup. Holy Cross claimed its first win on the season, in its second trip to Rhode Island in three games to start the year. The Crusaders sailed to a 43-22 victory, securing a 1-2 start, while Bryant fell to 1-2 with the loss….

North Attleborough 21, Lynnfield 6 — Red Rocketeers stay perfect

September 13, 2024

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By Samuel Chozick NEFJ Correspondent NORTH ATTLEBOROUGH — The North Attleborough Red Rocketeers took on the Lynnfield Pioneers Friday night in the Rocketeers’ 2024 home opener. The Rocketeers moved to 2-0 with a 21-6 win behind a packed house in North Attleborough, besting the Pioneers in a game decided in the trenches. A 7:31 minute drive orchestrated by the Rocketeers embodied what was a dominant rushing attack throughout the contest…….

Hudson 40, Clinton 13 — Hawks run all over Gaels

September 13, 2024

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By Andrew Guindon NEFJ Correspondent HUDSON — A physical rivalry game took place at the Morgan Bowl on Friday night. The Hudson Hawks and Clinton Gaels, a historic rivalry, ended in a 40-13 blowout victory for the Hawks. Hudson’s rushing attack was too much for the Gael defense to limit as they would go on to finish the game with five total rushing touchdowns. Senior quarterback Jake Attaway and tailback……

Week 2 High School Preview

September 11, 2024

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A lot of the top teams suffered defeats this past weekend, so things are opening up a bit. Some big games on tap for this week, and a few more interstate matchups, too. Let’s get to it. Springfield Central at Central Catholic — It was a rough opener for Springfield Central, as the Golden Eagles were dismissed by a very good Iona Prep team from New York. Central Catholic has……

Q&A with Scituate coach Herb Devine

September 8, 2024

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In maybe the most exciting finish of the weekend, Scituate slipped past Foxboro, 20-14, when junior quarterback Jonny Donovan hit Lawson Foley with a 44-yard touchdown as time ran out. It was a terrific win for Scituate, beating the defending D5 state champs in dramatic fashion. We spoke with Scituate coach Herb Devine to get his perspective on the win. Adam Kurkjian: Tell me about that ending. How often in……

Week 1 MIAA Top 25

September 8, 2024

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Week 1 MIAA Top 25 1. St. John’s Prep (1-0) — Positive first impression for QB Chris Vargas. 2. Xaverian (1-0) — Hawks start out strong vs. Feehan. 3. Catholic Memorial (0-1) — Knights could not hold early lead. 4. Springfield Central (0-1) — Has struggled against Iona Prep (NY) last two years. 5. King Philip (1-0) — Couldn’t ask for a much better start. 6. Needham (1-0) — Impressive……

New Hampshire 21, Holy Cross 20: Wildcats win thriller over Crusaders

September 7, 2024

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By Ryan Barry NEFJ Correspondent WORCESTER — An overcast day at Fitton Field in Worcester, Massachusetts was the setting for a thrilling 21-20 win for the New Hampshire Wildcats (1-1) over the Holy Cross Crusaders (0-2). With 1:39 left in the game, the Crusaders had the ball on their own 20-yard line with a chance to win the game, trailing 21-20. A huge 32-yard pass from senior quarterback Joe Pesansky……

BC High 13, La Salle 0: Zukauskas takes his first as Eagles coach

September 6, 2024

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By Charlie Adams NEFJ Correspondent PROVIDENCE — “I feel great for the kids. They’re a great group,” said BC High coach Paul Zukauskas following a 13-0 victory over La Salle Academy. In his first year as head coach, the Eagles are 1-0 to start the young season. BC High is clicking on the field, and off the field you can see a team that is buying in to the same……

North Kingstown 21, Westerly 12: Skippers take opener

September 6, 2024

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By Samuel Chozick NEFJ Correspondent WESTERLY, RI — This Friday night, the Westerly Bulldogs hosted the North Kingstown Skippers to kick off their respective 2024 high school football seasons. The season opener saw the Skippers leave Westerly with a 21-12 victory. Junior quarterback Jack Diano wasted no time showing off his arm talent, launching a ball down the right sideline to senior receiver Gian Lacuele, all the way down to……

King Philip 42, Walpole 14: Warriors roll in season opener

September 6, 2024

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WALPOLE — For last night’s season opener at Walpole, King Philip coach Brian Lee worried a little about the inexperience his team had. After all, the Warriors graduated a talented and accomplished senior class. But, after his team’s 42-14 romp, Lee’s King Philip Warriors played, well, like King Philip Warriors. They combined a smothering defense with a punishing ground attack in the victory. For as many great players leave the……