Courtesy of Kingstree Athletics Lynn Classical has hired alumnus Brian Smith to take over the football program after former coach Brian Vaughn left for Arlington Catholic earlier this off-season. Smith most recently served as Head Football Coach & Teacher at Kingstree High School where he led his team to the second round of the playoffs the last two years and the first three years ago. Smith had eight players sign……
Catching up with Middlesex’s Orion Saunders after his commitment to Tulane
We got a chance to catch with Middlesex Athlete Orion Saunders after his commentary to Tulane. Here is what Orion had to say about his experience at Middlesex and why he committed to Tulane. NEFJ: Why did you decide to commit to Tulane? What appealed to you about the school and the program? OS: I decided to commit to Tulane because when I was on my visit there in March…
Patriots make a series of moves on Monday
The Patriots made a series of roster moves on Monday, signing defensive tackle Isaiah Iton (first-year player), guard Mehki Butler (rookie free agent) and defensive tackle Wilfried Pene (rookie free agent). The Patriots released former Merrimack offensive lineman Cole Birdow in the process. Birdow had a good pro day in March and earned a shot at rookie mini camp but he ultimately did impress enough to stick. These moves followed…
Shawn Hill named new coach at Millis
Millis High School has hired former NIPMUC coach Shawn Hill as the program’s new coach. Hill, a Millis alumnus takes over for former coach Bob Martellio who recently stepped away from the program. Hill spent five seasons at NIPMUC and led the Warriors to the Division 5 Super Bowl in 2018. He turned a small co-op program into one of the best small school programs in the state during his……
Birdow & Conley forming a bond as they start NFL journey together with Patriots
FOXBOROUGH – Over the last couple months, Merrimack’s Cole Birdow and BC’s Jack Conley have gotten to know each other quite a bit. Whether it was the Local Day workout hosted by the Patriots or Pro Day at BC, the two had built a bit of a camaraderie going through the pre-draft process together. Now, their NFL journey has started together too. Both Birdow and Conley were inside the field…
Local talent all over the field at Patriots rookie minicamp
FOXBOROUGH – The first Patriots rookie minicamp practice on Friday was a bit of a New England college showcase. No matter where you looked on the field inside the Win Waste Innovations Field House, you could pick out a player representing the local scene one way or another. BC’s Jack Conley and Merrimack’s Cole Birdow both got plenty of work with new offensive line coach Doug Marrone, first round pick…
Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams talks about his recent health scare
New England Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams recently experienced a health scare that has required him to work remotely from his home in Detroit on doctor’s orders for the past few weeks. Mike Vrabel broke the news on Friday prior to Patriots rookie mini camp kicking off. After practice, Williams spoke to the media via Zoom and addressed his health. Williams confirmed he had a “medical scare” but emphasized that…
Recapping Mike Vrabel’s press conference; Here are some of the highlights
Courtesy of Kevin Stone/NEFJ Patriots coach Mike Vrabel met with the assembled media on Friday ahead of the first rookie mini camp practice. Vrabel discussed several topics related to the team’s rookie minicamp and he gave an unexpected health update on defensive coordinator Terrell Williams in his opening statement. Here are some of the things Vrabel touched on. Rookie Acclimation: Vrabel emphasized the goal of getting the rookies acclimated to…
Patriots Draft: Patriots sign 8 of their 11 draft picks and 16 undrafted free agents
The Patriots announced that they have signed rookie wide receiver Kyle Williams, center Jared Wilson, defensive tackle Joshua Farmer, EDGE, Bradyn Swinson, kicker Andy Borregales, offensive tackle Marcus Bryant, long snapper Julian Ashby and cornerback Kobee Minor. The Patriots also signed undrafted rookie free agents: Guard Cole Birdow, wide receivers Demeer Blankumsee and Efton Chism III, guard Jack Conley, cornerback Brandon Crossley, tight end C.J. Dippre, fullback Brock Lampe, runnimg……
Prominent high school programs fill head coaching openings throughout New England this off-season
Several power programs throughout New England filled head coaching openings this off-season. In Connecticut, legendary Ansonia coach Tom Brockett stepped away after an impressive 19 year run that included eight state titles. He was replaced by trusted assistant John Mihalko. Earlier this off-season, Staples filled their head coaching opening after Adam Behrends left the program for an opportunity with New Mexico University. Behrends was replaced by offensive coordinator Matt Jacowleff,……