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BB&N 45, Avon Old Farms 35: Knights outlast Winged Beavers in shootout

October 3, 2026

In a high-powered NEPSAC Class A shootout that featured six lead changes, Buckingham Browne & Nichols showed grit, resilience, and offensive fireworks, storming back from an early two-touchdown deficit to secure a statement 45-35 road win over powerhouse Avon Old Farms. Avon Old Farms came out firing on all cylinders in the opening frame. Quarterback Matthew Bayer connected twice with playmaker Christian MacIntyre on touchdown passes of 20 and 23…

NEPSAC Preseason Top 10 Poll

September 18, 2026

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The NEPSAC football season kicks off this weekend so with that, we give you our first poll of the season. Tabor Academy is our preseason number one team but there are plenty of good private school programs in the area.

Checking In with Avon Old Farms this off-season

June 27, 2026

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After a historic 2025 season, Avon Old Farms will look to make history again this season. Jon Wholley’s squad features several key contributors from last season’s team. Quarterback Matt Baer, a James Madison commit headlined the returning senior class. Baer had a big season statistically and he is primed for an even bigger season this fall.

Catching up with Christian McIntyre after his commitment to Ohio University

June 20, 2026

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Former Xaverian standout and current Avon Old Farms wide receiver Christian McIntyre announced on Friday evening that he is committing to the University of Ohio. We spoke with Christian on why Ohio was the right school for him.

NEFJ: Why did you commit to Ohio? What made the school and program appealing to you? CM: “Ohio is a gritty program that wins big football games and doesn’t lose at home. I want to play for a winning program that’s going to develop me. Coach Hauser and all of the Coaches showed me everything I needed to see on my official visit and the decision was a no brainer. The players and people care about winning. The support from the school to the football team is also amazing.

Catching up with Avon Old Farms QB Matthew Baer after commitment to James Madison

April 30, 2026

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Courtesy of Matthew Baer Avon Old Farms quarterback Matthew Baer committed to James Madison University over the weekend. We had another opportunity to catch up with Baer and discuss why JMU was the right fit and how playing at AOF helped him achieve his dream of being a Division 1 Football Player. NEFJ: What appealed to you about James Madison? Why did you ultimately commit to the school? MB: The…

Christian McIntyre finds the right fit at Avon Old Farms

March 17, 2026

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Former Xaverian standout Christian McIntyre and his family decided that he wanted another year of development. When it came time to picking a school that would help him meet his potential, he looked at two schools. One of them was Avon Old Farms and after visiting both schools, McIntyre settled on Avon.

Xaverian’s Christian McIntyre to do a post graduate year

January 20, 2026

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PHOTO: Brian Kelly Xaverian all-state performer Christian McInytre announced on Tuesday that he is going to be doing a post graduate year this fall. McIntyre, arguably the best receiver in Massachusetts this past season is coming off of a monster season in which he caught 65 passes for 1,562 yards and 26 touchdowns. I reached out to McIntyre regarding his decision. “I felt that what I did this year and…

Final NEPSAC Top 20 Poll

November 20, 2025

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The NEPSAC Football season wrapped up last weekend and it was one of the best seasons in the history the conference. Tabor Academy was our number one team wire to wire and Jeff Moore’s squad looked like the best in New England.
 Avon Old Farms was right there with them and went undefeated for the first time since 1991.

Talking ball with Avon Old Farms quarterback Matthew Baer

October 2, 2025

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I got a chance to catch up with Avon Old farms Junior quarterback Matthew Baer. Baer is coming off of a monster game at BB&N where he accounted for 5 total touchdowns in a 48-14 win.

Baer and the Winged Beavers have a tough test this week against rival Choate Rosemary Hall. They will look to avenge back to back to losses to the Boars.

Recruiting Visit with Avon Old Farms offensive tackle Charlie Thom

May 20, 2025

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Former Darien standout tight end Charlie Thom has transferred to Avon Old Farms. The 6’7 275 pound Thom has been one of the hottest names in recruiting circles this off-season. Coming off of a great performance at last week’s showcase day, Thom’s stock is rising. He has 18 offers from schools like UConn, Nebraska, Syracuse, Wake Forest, URI, Dartmouth and Princeton. We caught up with Thom this week and talked…

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