Image courtesy of the IFL. The Pirates are coming into their home opener of a season opening 44-40 win at Green Bay. Massachusetts trailed at the half but came from behind to pick a much needed season opening win. The 2023 National Arena League (NAL) champions, Jacksonville Sharks are making their IFL debut. On paper this is a winnable game for the Pirates but Jacksonville has some talent. Here are three…
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BC Pro Day recap
CHESTNUT HILL – 24 of 32 NFL teams were represented inside Fish Field House on Friday morning as BC held its Pro Day for eight former Eagles, two players from Assumption and one from Bentley. For about two hours, guys ran the 40, benched, did the vert and broad jump and went through some positional drills. A few guys – Christian Mahogany and Elijah Jones – didn’t do much after……
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Bryant/Rhode Island Pro Day Recap: Colbert, Thompson and Shillingford among those who performed well
SMITHFIELD- A record 15 NFL and CFL scouts descended upon Smithfield, Rhode Island on Wednesday after for the annual Bryant Pro Day which features players from Bryant University and the University of Rhode Island. This year also featured former Bulldog Andre Brackett from UT-Martin and Jo Jo Marinella of Randolph-Macon College. Former URI tight end Caleb Warren also worked out. We are going to recap the day by school and……
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Holy Cross Pro Day recap: Laube & Hanson shine; other local talent also impresses
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Catching up with Ben Scalzi after his commitment to Merrimack
Image courtesy of Ben Scalzi Former Hanover High School star quarterback Ben Scalzi announced today that he is committing to Merrimack. Scalzi made the announcement on his social media. Scalzi had a monster senior season throwing for 2,628 yards and 41 touchdown passes. The dual threat quarterback could beat defenses in the pocket and with his feet. He led Hanover to the Division 5 Super Bowl. Scalzi has always dreamed…
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Recruiting Roundup: Westford Academy
Bruce Rich Jr. is building something sustainable at Westford Academy. The Grey Ghosts have posted three consecutive winning seasons in the Dual County League after a 3-3 Fall 2 season. Rich played quarterback under his father at Chelmsford, where the Lions consistently had massive rosters and two-platoon lineups. The numbers under Rich at Westford have increased every year, and he has an intriguing approach to roster construction. “Our numbers are……
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Quincy hires Ed DeWitt
Quincy hired a new coach, as the Presidents looked over to the Hockomock League to grab their man. That coach is Ed DeWitt, who has been with Oliver Ames the previous five seasons. DeWitt is a 2004 graduate of Quincy, and is a member of the Quincy/North Quincy Football Hall of Fame. In his time with the Tigers, DeWitt compiled a record of 14-34. In his playing career, DeWitt was……