High School

Former Xavier & UConn quarterback Tim Boyle back for 5th summer camp

June 29, 2025
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By Rob Gullo NEFJ Correspondent MIDDLETOWN — Summer is a good time for people to enjoy the outdoors and for youth football players across the state of Connecticut to get better. With school out, the end of June is a time where they can absorb football knowledge from players like NFL quarterback Tim Boyle. On Saturday, Boyle – a 2013 graduate of Xavier High School – hosted his fifth quarterback……

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Breaking down Springfield Central’s 2025 Schedule

June 27, 2025
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Springfield Central is poised to make another run in Division 1. Bill Watson’s squad returns a talented offense led by quarterback Jareth Staine and running back Isaiah Rogers. The additions of linebacker Chris Sanchez and wide receiver Isaiah Fabulas makes an already talented team even better.  The return of former head coach Vladamar Brower as defensive coordinator was already a big addition this off-season.  Here is the breakdown of Springfield’s……

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St. Sebastian’s tackle Marky Walbridge commits to Michigan

June 26, 2025
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For years now – really ever since Don Brown was the defensive coordinator – the Michigan football program has come to Massachusetts for some elite talent, particularly up front. After Zak Zinter became a household name from BB&N a few years ago during his time at Michigan, another ISL player is heading to Ann Arbor to hopefully follow in his footsteps. St. Sebastian’s tackle Marky Walbridge officially decided on the……

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South wins 63rd edition of Harry Agganis All-Star Game behind Buettler’s MVP performance

June 26, 2025
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By Mukala Kabongo NEFJ Staff LYNN — Swampscott’s Henry Buettler earned MVP on Wednesday night as the South squad defeated the North 21-6 at the 63rd annual Harry Agganis All Star football game. For many players on the field, the game at Manning field was their final time putting on a football uniform. Buettler – who is set to attend Boston University in the fall – was one of those…

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Breaking Down B.C High’s 2025 schedule

June 20, 2025
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The Boston College High School Eagles finished 8-3 in Head Coach Paul Zakauskas’ first season. It was a good turn around for the Eagles but now the goal is to take the next step and contend for a Catholic Conference and state title.  Zakauskas beefed up the schedule to help the Eagles power rating and prepare them for the post season. B.C High plays one of the best schedules in……

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North wins 47th Shriner’s Game in tight defensive battle

June 14, 2025
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By Mukala Kabongo NEFJ Staff MEDFORD — The 47th annual Shriners game turned into a defensive battle with the North all stars grinding out a 7-6 victory over the South All Stars on Friday night. If you came to see offense Friday evening at Hormel Stadium, this game was not the one for it. However, if you love physical football, there was plenty on display. The stars were out and…

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Previewing the 47th Annual Shriners All-Star Game

June 13, 2025
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The 47th annual Shriners All-Star Game will be played tonight at Hormel Stadium in Medford. As usual, both the North and the South have talented roster that feature some of the top players in the state.  The North is being coached by Revere Head Coach Lou Cicatelli while the South will be coached by Zane Fyfe, head coach at Apponequet.  The North features Shawsheen standout Sid Tildsley at quarterback, St…….

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Xaverian QB Will Wood wins M2QB Showdown MVP; Others shine as well

June 9, 2025
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The name Will Wood is already well-known around New England and in most college football circles, but it’s about to hit another level. Wood – the already highly-recruited 2027 quarterback from Xaverian who currently holds offers from eight schools  – took home the M2QB Academy Showdown MVP during the program’s showcase this weekend. Tabor’s Peter Bourque, Leominster’s Osiris Lopez and Lukas Prock of the Hun School were the highest point-getters…

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It is time to make Girls Flag Football a Varsity Sport in New England

June 8, 2025
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Girls flag football is rapidly growing across New England, moving from a nascent club initiative to a potential varsity sport. While the journey to full statewide sanctioning is still in it’s infant stages in some areas, the momentum is undeniable, driven by enthusiastic players, dedicated coaches, and strong support from organizations like the New England Patriots. For too long, tackle football has been largely inaccessible to female athletes at the……

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