By Sophia Sargent NEFJ Correspondent BILLERICA – In a battle of two early season unbeaten squads on Friday night, Shawsheen Valley Technical High School rolled over Wayland at home, 28-0. A dominant ground attack and three first half touchdowns for Sid Tildsley was the difference. The Rams move to 5-0 while the Warriors dropped to 3-1. “The best part about it is we told our offensive and defensive line that……
Bishop Hendricken 24, La Salle 7 — Hawks win battle of Rhode Island powerhouses
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
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
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……
Methuen 37, Andover 10 – Rangers impress in MVC showdown
Carl Russo/eagletribune.com By Bill Burt North of Boston Media Group Executive Sports Editor ANDOVER – Methuen High’s ascension to victory, 37-10, over Andover High had at least a half-dozen storyline nominees. Andover couldn’t run the football – 22 rushes, 56 yards. Andover couldn’t contain Shane Eason – 19 rushes, 151 yards, four TDs – arguably one of the top talents in Massachusetts. Methuen’s second-tier players, including Joshua Kwakye and Cristian……
Xaverian 28, Central Catholic 20 – Hawks win a tight one over the Red Raiders
By Jared Keene NEFJ Correspondent WESTWOOD – On a night when every single yard mattered, it was Xaverian’s defense that proved to be the hero. Leading by eight as time ticked away, the Hawks were going to have to lock in and make the necessary plays needed to beat a quality Central Catholic squad. Twice the Raiders had the ball in Xaverian territory with under 2 minutes remaining, but twice……
Catching up with Thomas Brown after his commitment to Villanova
We caught up with Chelmsford lineman Thomas Brown who committed to Villanova earlier this week. Brown is very pleased with his decision and is excited to be joining a program with the rich history of Villanova. He looking forward to the opportunity to help the Wildcats in the short and long term. Here is what Brown had to say about his commitment. NEFJ: Why Villanova? What appealed to you about…
Harvard looks for bounce-back performance in Friday night showdown with No. 16 UNH
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Drake Maye reveling in opportunity to partner up with Special Olympics
By Sophia Sargent NEFJ Correspondent FOXBOROUGH – When it comes to the New England Patriots, the buzz in the press is all about Drake Maye. As the team and Jacoby Brissett continue to disappoint fans, everyone wonders why the Maye era can’t start sooner rather than later. Let’s backtrack, and think about some of the qualities that made the Patriots so amazing before Jerod Mayo’s leadership. Players like Rob Gronkowski…