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The Wayland Warriors finished 2025 with a 3‑8 record but showed marked improvement, and a demanding 2026 schedule featuring traditional rivals and community‑focused matchups promises another exciting year.
Regional play for the American Legion World Series starts Aug. 5, featuring new formats and venues in Massachusetts and North Carolina.
Boston College Athletics announced the removal of veteran radio broadcasters Kevin Collins and Josh Maurer ahead of the 2026‑27 season, citing a strategic shift by first‑year coach Luke Murray.
Boston College is reshaping its football program with a massive offseason overhaul, blending experienced transfers and fresh talent to compete in the ACC and beyond.
After a legendary NFL career, Matthew Slater transitions to Boston College High School, where he will shape young athletes through leadership and life lessons, continuing a family legacy of football excellence.
Boston Red Sox President of Baseball Operations Craig Breslow outlined the rationale behind a series of high‑profile trades that have reshaped the roster, emphasizing the team's recent resilience and the strategic need to bolster catching depth and bullpen performance.
Stonehill College’s women’s soccer team finished fifth in the 2026 NEC Preseason Coaches' Poll for the second consecutive year, opening the season at home against New Hampshire on August 13. With a blend of seasoned veterans and fresh talent, the Skyhawks hope to translate preseason respect into a playoff berth.
Boston College’s decision to dismiss longtime radio analysts Kevin Collins and Josh Maurer has ignited scrutiny, as new coach Luke Murray seeks to reset the program’s culture, while athletic director Blake James insists the move was administrative, not personal.
The Red Sox trade Carlos Narváez, three top prospects and cash for All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman, a move that reshapes the roster amid a historic turnaround.
Falmouth's regular season ended on a three-game losing streak after a 6-3 defeat to Orleans, highlighted by Matt Murtaugh's debut and Nick Croce's strong showing. The team now prepares for a postseason showdown with Bourne on August 4.
The Tigers will open the 2026 campaign on the road, battling six straight away games before their first home match on October 30 against Nashoba Tech. Coach James Runner is turning the tough slate into a chance to forge chemistry, boost morale and engage the community.
Spencer Doan and Damien Henderson were recognized by Phil Steele Publications on the 2026 Preseason All-America teams, highlighting Harvard’s continued dominance in the Ivy League and setting the stage for a landmark NCAA FCS Playoff campaign.
DJ Reynolds, a standout guard from Lynn Classical, will play for Bridgewater State University's Bears while pursuing a cybersecurity major, blending athletic ambition with academic ambition.
The sudden dismissal of Kevin Collins and Josh Maurer, who had called Boston College basketball for nearly a decade, highlights the tension between new leadership and legacy staff, raising questions about communication and institutional culture.
The Gray‑New Gloucester/Raymond Little League baseball club is set to compete in the New England regionals, hoping to build on a historic 2023 run that took them to Williamsport.
Boston’s blockbuster acquisition of Adley Rutschman comes at a steep price, trading away prized arms and outfield talent while hoping the catcher’s upside outweighs his medical concerns.
The Kingston‑Saugerties American Legion team captured its first state title since merging in 2020, defeating Cottrell‑Warner Post No. 942 9‑6 in extra innings. Pitcher Jaylen Mclean threw 96 pitches over eight innings, retiring a bases‑loaded threat, and the squad now heads to the Mid‑Atlantic Regional Tournament, aiming for the American Legion World Series.
The regular season concluded on August 3, finalizing seedings for a best‑of‑three playoff format that begins August 4, with games presented by Reader's Hardwood Supply.
Algonquin Girls Soccer will host a four‑day youth soccer clinic in Northborough, offering instruction for grades 1‑8 from August 17‑20, 2025.
Beverly High School announced the appointment of Vin Mirasolo, a coach with 25 years of experience and close to 300 career victories, as its new varsity boys hockey coach.
The recent Berkshire Summer Bash hockey tournament not only crowned division champions but also raised over $20,000 for nine‑year‑old Liam Lescarbeau, with the Shamrocks and Rensselaer Rejects emerging victorious in closely contested finals.
A youth hockey tournament organized by the Berkshire Bear League Hockey league not only crowned division champions but also generated more than $20,000 for a local child, highlighting the power of sport to drive charitable giving.
A look at the 20 most unforgettable baskets in University of Connecticut men’s basketball, the coaches and players behind them, and the arenas that witnessed history.
A look at the 20 clutch shots that have defined UConn's men's basketball legacy, from Sidney Wilson to Ray Allen.