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Bishop Hendricken 24, La Salle 7 — Hawks win battle of Rhode Island powerhouses

October 4, 2024

By Charlie Adams NEFJ Staff WARWICK — A heated rivalry was back on full display this Friday as Bishop Hendricken took on La Salle. From the coin toss it was clear that neither team had any love lost. The Hawks opened scoring in the second quarter and never trailed from that point on, defeating the Rams, 24-7. Since 2010, the Hawks have faced the Rams in nine state championships, most……

Central 22, North Kingstown 17 — Knights earn measure of revenge

October 4, 2024

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By Samuel Chozick NEFJ Staff PROVIDENCE — On Friday night the North Kingstown Skippers traveled to Providence, Rhode Island to take on the Central Knights, in a bout between division foes. The Division 1 rivalry, that has been fairly one-sided the past three years — with the Skippers claiming each of the last three contests — saw the Knights defend their home turf and leave the matchup with a 22-17……

Weymouth 28, Milton 21 — Host Wildcats run to victory

October 4, 2024

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By Paul Vozzella NEFJ Staff WEYMOUTH — It was a battle of the Wildcats Friday night as the Weymouth Wildcats took on the Milton Wildcats in a Bay State Conference match. Weymouth was without starting running back Cam Aieta, but that did not stop them from running all over the place en route to a 28-21 victory. In the absence of Aieta, multiple Weymouth Wildcats stepped up, most notably senior……

Week 5 High School Preview

October 2, 2024

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Not as many top games this week, but still a good slate. We are getting to the middle of the season, so the real strong teams are moving to the forefront. Let’s take a look. Wayland at Shawsheen — This actually might be the best game of the weekend. Wayland is off to a 3-0 start and has only allowed 12 points all season. Shawsheen is coming off a win……

Week 2 New England Top 25

September 29, 2024

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All right, an interesting week, as there was a lot of turnover in Connecticut, and it looks like a fun year there. Maybe the biggest game was Greenwich’s 21-20 win over Bishop Hendricken. Those interstate meetings are a lot of fun, and they really drive this poll. On to it. 1. St. John’s Prep (4-0) 2. Springfield Central (2-1) 3. Catholic Memorial (1-1) 4. Greenwich (3-0) 5. Xaverian (2-1) 6…….

Week 2 Chaos Poll

September 29, 2024

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The second week of our combined poll for MIAA and NEPSAC Massachusetts teams is here. This week, BB&N and Tabor make jumps into the top 5. Some real good teams here. Take a look. Week 2 Chaos Poll 1. St. John’s Prep (4-0) 2. Springfield Central (2-1) 3. Catholic Memorial (1-1) 4. BB&N (2-0) — Really impressed with this team. 5. Tabor (2-0) — Good luck stopping this offense. 6…….

Week 4 MIAA Top 25

September 29, 2024

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There were a few huge results that caused major movement. The first was Springfield Central’s victory over Xaverian. Franklin over Duxbury was another. And there were also a few near the bottom of the list that made a difference. Let’s get to it. Week 4 MIAA Top 25 1. St. John’s Prep (4-0) — Deacon Robillard stepped up when needed. 2. Springfield Central (2-1) — Won one of the best……

Q&A with Franklin coach Todd Kiley

September 29, 2024

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Todd Kiley came over to Franklin from Holliston this offseason already established as one of the top coaches in the state. Since taking over for the Panthers, Kiley has posted some big wins, none bigger than Friday night’s 21-19 victory over Duxbury. Franklin now sits at 3-1 heading into a bye week. We wanted to talk to him and get his thoughts on the season. Here is an edited version……

Dartmouth 16, Merrimack 14 — Owen Zalc field goal lifts Big Green

September 28, 2024

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By Mukala Kabongo NEFJ Staff NORTH ANDOVER — Owen Zalc’s late field goal lifted Dartmouth to 16-14 victory Saturday afternoon to spoil homecoming for host Merrimack. This wasn’t quite the 45-point offensive outburst like its matchup against Fordham last week, but Dartmouth made enough plays late in the game to leave Duane Stadium with the win thanks to the foot of Zalc. “It doesn’t matter where we are on the……

UConn 47, Buffalo 3 — Huskies rout Bulls

September 28, 2024

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By Aman Kidwai NEFJ Staff EAST HARTFORD – For the second week in a row, UConn scored over 40 points and clamped down defensively as the Huskies posted their third blowout victory at home in as many games, defeating Buffalo, 47-3, on Saturday afternoon at Rentschler Field. “That was a complete game for us, probably as complete a game as we’ve had since I’ve been here,” coach Jim Mora said…….