The Final Inning
The lights were bright over the Westborough High baseball field on a crisp May afternoon, as the senior class took their final bow on the home diamond.
For Sawyer Kittredge, a senior pitcher, the moment was especially poignant; it was his last home game under the watchful eye of his father, Scott Kittredge, who has helmed the program for the past 20 years.
Scott, who began coaching before he even became a father, made sure his son earned his spot on the roster, a decision that kept nepotism accusations at bay and reinforced a culture of merit.
The team secured a 6‑3 victory over Wayland on Senior Day, closing out the regular season with a win that left the squad awaiting the final Division 2 power rankings.
Beyond the scoreboard, the Kittredges share a deep love of the game; conversations about pitching mechanics and game strategy flow as naturally as the ball off the bat.
Their similar personalities sometimes spark friendly chirps, but Scott treasures the extra time he gets to spend with his son, both on the field and in the stands.
Lisa Kittredge, the mother and a Grafton High Hall of Famer who once coached the Rangers field hockey team, watches proudly from the sidelines, adding another layer of family legacy to the sport.
As the final inning unfolded, the crowd sensed the bittersweet transition, knowing that the next chapter will be written without the familiar rhythm of father‑son coaching duos.