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2025 Hockomock League Softball Preview

2025 Hockomock League Softball Preview

By HockomockSports.com Staff

2025 Hockomock League Softball Preview

Attleboro

2024 Record: 14-7
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 32
Coach: Mark Homer
Attleboro has been right behind the top two teams in the league (and arguably the state) for the past few seasons and the Bombardiers again look like the team best positioned to challenge Taunton and King Philip in the Kelley-Rex standings. Despite some key players lost to graduation, Attleboro’s lineup looks balanced and experienced.

The key for the Bombardiers will be in the circle. Junior Jenna Callahan and sophomore Lola Ronayne give Attleboro a strong one-two punch, enabling them to change things up mid-game and give rest when needed over the course of the season. When not pitching, both play shortstop and are consistent threats at the plate.

Senior Emily Eby will return at second base, senior Madison Moran is back at third, and senior Lily McGilvray will add leadership to the outfield. Attleboro will lean on its experienced players early in the season, as the Bombardiers get the underclassmen up to speed with playing at the varsity level.

“We as a program collectively will work together to be successful, win more games than we lose, and have fun throughout it all,” said Attleboro coach Mark Homer. “Our motto is that we are a better team today than we were yesterday, but not as good as we will be tomorrow.”

Canton

2024 Record: 6-14
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Sandy Lombardi
Canton is going to lean on its returning, experienced players to try and get back into the tournament conversation, looking to end a six-year playoff drought. The Bulldogs will need to force their way up the standings in a Davenport division that has become even more competitive with the return of North Attleboro.

The Bulldogs will be young in the circle. Sophomore Reilly MacEachern is back after a solid rookie campaign and will split time with freshman Kennedy Burke, and sophomore Fiona Trendell will work with the staff behind the dish. Canton will hope that MacEachern can build off the experience of her first varsity season and keep competing against the league’s best. Seniors Chloe Guerschuny (second base), Kailyn Durham (centerfield), and Klara Redquest (left field) will be key on-field leaders this season.

Junior Abby Stock will step in at first base and will try to replicate some of the production from graduating all-star Jess Wright. Junior Caitlyn Reynolds will jump into right field and fellow juniors Kayley Furbush and Kiera Yu, senior Hannah King, and sophomore Delany Clegg are looking to fill the open spots at third base and shortstop. Senior Amy Murphy and junior Emerson Martin are versatile players who can come off the bench and fill multiple positions.

“We have a talented group of players this year who have been working hard this preseason,” said Canton coach Sandy Lombardi. “We are looking forward to competing against the talented teams in the Hockomock League.”

Foxboro

2024 Record: 14-8 (Davenport co-champion)
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 3 Round of 16
Coach: Mark Maguire
After waiting 50 years between league championships, Foxboro has won back-to-back Davenport division titles. The Warriors return all but one starter from last year and look poised for a three-peat. This year’s goal is to not only take the Davenport crown outright (would be the first outright title since 1972) but also make some noise in the Div. 3 tournament.

Foxboro has plenty of pitching to lean on this season with the return of seniors (and Bentley-commits) Vittoria Cuscia and Emma Callahan. Cuscia will be the primary starter and has been a league all-star each of the past two seasons. Callahan can step in and pick up wins when called upon, while also being the team’s spark plug at the top of the lineup and giving the Warriors solid play at second. Senior Ava Hill adds experience and athleticism behind the plate and has worked with both pitchers for a couple of seasons.

Juniors Mia Flanagan (third base) and Meghan Kelley (shortstop) are three-year starters on the left side and are solid performers in the field and at the plate. Sophomore Brynn Allen (first base) joins Callahan on the right side. Senior Natalia Leach will return in left and classmate Jillian Slattery is back in center. Juniors Emma Fisler and Isabelle Theis, sophomores Jocelyn Hillery and Olivia Jaworski, and freshmen Mackenzie Crockford and Ruby Klos give the Warriors plenty of athletes who can produce off the bench.

“Our strengths are leadership provided by the seniors and captain Meghan Kelley,” Foxboro coach Mark Maguire said. “Offensively we have a great mix of speed with some pop throughout our lineup. We look to be competitive in every game. The girls are excited for the challenge of the Hockomock League.”

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Franklin

2024 Record: 8-13
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 32
Coach: Breanna Shaffer
Franklin has been on the cusp of challenging the top teams in the Kelley-Rex for a couple of seasons and the Panthers are hoping that an experienced lineup, depth in the circle, and the return of several big bats will make the difference this spring.

The Panthers have plenty of arms to throw at the league’s tough lineups. Juniors Sophia Sacramone and Ciara O’Brien are both back from last year and both gained valuable experience. Sophomore Abby Souza gives Franklin a third pitcher that could see time this season. Senior Marley Allen is back behind the plate and her leadership and relationship with the pitchers will be important from game to game.

Senior first baseman Sarah Boozang remains one of the league’s top hitters and she gives the Panthers a tough out and run-producer in the heart of the order. Sophomore Olivia Ross will start at second, junior Ella Weston is back to play short, and junior Ava Florest will be back at third. Sophomore Brooke Gatewood is a strong utility player to come off the bench in the infield. The outfield includes senior Josie Drucker in right, junior Brooke Bonetti and senior Sophie Arena will be in left, and sophomore Amelia Rakitin is taking over in center. Junior Lily Santiago will see time in the outfield this spring.

“We are excited about the talent we have this season!” said Franklin coach Breanna Shaffer. “This senior class is determined to work hard and compete every day to achieve our goals for the season.”

King Philip

2024 Record: 17-10
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Final
Coach: Kate Fallon-Comeau
King Philip has been arguably the second-best team in the state for the past two seasons but has been knocked out in the semifinal and final by league rival Taunton. Despite graduating several key players from last year’s lineup, the Warriors remain not only one of the teams to beat in the Hock but also in Div. 1.

Junior pitcher McCoy Walsh remains a key player for the Warriors. When she is on her game, as she was through the majority of last season’s playoff run, then KP knows it can beat anyone. Senior Liv Petrillo is back at shortstop and will be a big bat in the middle of the order. Junior Ali Gill has been one of the league’s best players for two years. She returns in center field (and might see time in the infield) and will continue to be a spark for the offense. Senior Allie Cecere will take over at first this season and give Walsh a rest in the circle, while senior Lucy Weineck has an injury to start the season but the Warriors hope she can give the lineup a boost later in the regular season.

Sophomore Kiera Lawrence returns in the outfield and will take a bigger role in the lineup. Junior Lauren Griffin and sophomore Bailey Cederbaum will split time behind the plate this season. Freshmen Annabelle Curran, Cheyenne Murray, and Liv Wainwright look ready to step right in and make an instant impact with their athleticism and versatility. Sophomores Kelly Donahue and Lexi Gebhard and junior Leah Hayes will add depth and can contribute in multiple spots. Sophomore Anna Cusano and freshman Reegan Durden are additional arms that KP can rely on over the course of the season.

“We’re excited for a fresh start this season,” said KP coach Kate Fallon-Comeau. “The team has been working hard, and we’re ready to compete, grow, and leave it all on the field.”

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Mansfield

2024 Record: 13-8
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Ernie Ortega
While Foxboro and Oliver Ames shared the league title for the second year in a row, Mansfield quietly put together a strong campaign, finished just one game out of first, and won 13 games overall. Former Abington coach Ernie Ortega takes over this season, following the retirement of Lori Letendre, and he is optimistic that the Hornets can be in the title mix again this spring.

The starting lineup is still in flux, as expected with a new coaching staff learning about its roster, but the Hornets, despite graduating eight players, have an experienced core returning to lead the way. Senior Julia Marinkovic and junior Avery Lake will provide leadership on and off the field and bring great softball IQ to the lineup. The development of junior pitcher Dani Jameson will be key, as she builds on the experience of facing the league’s tough lineups.

Junior Allie Koppy and sophomores Mary Donovan, Ava Scotti, Emmy Peterson, and Ashleigh Cromack are all back from last year and Mansfield will rely on their athleticism. Sienna Niccoloro, Hanna Soares, Jennylise Sequeira, Gabrielle Rogers, Claire Rea, and Gabriella Mazzeo are all new faces who are ready to step in and make an instant impact.

“After playing our scrimmages, we are cautiously optimistic, and looking into a very competitive season,” Ortega said. “With a new coaching staff, Mansfield softball is on the move and looking forward to taking the field.”

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Milford

2024 Record: 10-12
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 2 Round of 32
Coach: Steve DiVitto
Milford had a lot of positives last season with 10 wins and a second straight playoff appearance and nearly pulled an upset of Milton in the Round of 32. The Hawks graduated six players from last year’s team so there are open positions that will need to be filled this spring but there are some new faces that look ready to make major contributions.

Senior third baseman Cae Pellegrini will be the lynchpin of the Milford lineup and has been one of the top power hitters in the league for the past couple of seasons. Senior Olivia Baglione can play short or center and brings a lot of speed to the lineup. Senior Gianna Santiago will compete for time in multiple positions. The junior class is strong with Ava Baglione in center, Angelina Bonina in the circle and at first, and Katelyn Kearnan in a corner outfield spot. Junior Isabella Loscerbo will be behind the plate and classmate Lucia Testa will compete for a spot at second.

Milford also has three sophomores and three freshmen on the roster. Sophomores Lilah Driscoll, Amelia Maloney, and Kyla Nashawaty all bring athleticism and versatility. The freshmen will have big roles to play, as all three are pitchers and exciting additions to the lineup. Avery Macchi and Lauren Williams are righties and Brooke Stokes is a lefty who will also contribute in the outfield when she’s not in the circle.

“We are looking to take the next step with a young roster,” said Milford coach Steve DiVitto. “This group has been focused in the offseason and early on to continue the strides this program has made. We say it every year – this is the best league in the state – we can’t wait for the chance to compete at the highest level.”

North Attleboro

2024 Record: 5-15
2024 Finish: Missed playoffs
Coach: Jamie Duffy
North Attleboro coach Jamie Duffy is hoping that the experience she and the team gained during her first season will have the Rocketeers poised to turn things around this spring and get back into the playoff hunt. Despite graduating three players who contributed throughout the season, all 10 of the players who saw significant playing time last season are back and North will be hoping to make some noise in its return to the Davenport division.

Senior leadership will be key this season. Maryellen Charette can play behind the plate or at third, Arianna McDavitt was the team’s starting pitcher last year, Emily Tucker will start at second, and Mary Rogers will be in left. Junior Grace Forman is also a key player for the Rocketeers whether it’s in the outfield or taking her turn in the circle.

Juniors Molly Willey (shortstop), Lucy Palmer (catcher/third base), and Jill Lewicki (first base) form an experienced infield, while junior Brooklyn Hasler and sophomore Ava Pratt are back in the outfield. North has a few newcomers who add depth and versatility in the lineup. Senior Alex Saviolakis, sophomore Gracyn Cuzzi, and freshmen Kate Jurgens and Lindsey DeGirolamo will all contribute right away.

Duffy said, “We are looking confident at the plate with some real potential for power throughout the lineup. They’ve come in with an overall sense of confidence there and it’s great to see. As a group they all are ready and eager to get to work and have created a really positive dynamic already. They’ve been playing together for a long time and have a great chemistry.”

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Oliver Ames

2024 Record: 12-9 (Davenport co-champion)
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 2 preliminary round
Coach: Lindsey Allison
Oliver Ames shared the Davenport division title with Foxboro each of the past two seasons and the Tigers bring a strong lineup back this spring with the goal of winning the title outright for the first time since 2012 and making a run in the state tournament.

The Tigers have one of the league’s top middle infield combos in senior second baseman Devon Morris, who has been a consistent threat at the plate for three seasons, and sophomore shortstop Katie Berg, who batted 0.406 as a freshman. In the field and at bat, that duo will be a constant menace for the opposition. Senior Taylor Marino had an ERA of under 4.00 last season and her experience in the circle facing some of the state’s best lineups will be crucial for OA’s chances at a three-peat. Sophomore Jackie Solimine takes over behind the plate and the Tigers are excited about adding her speed and power in the lineup.

OA has plenty of experience in the roster. Seniors Ava Tracia and Annabelle will be back in the outfield this season and classmate Emily Martin takes over at first base. Junior Lindsey Solomon will be at third after an impressive sophomore season at the hot corner. OA coach Lindsey Allison is also hoping an influx of underclassman talent will give the Tigers a new dimension in the lineup.

“OA is returning some talented athletes from last season, all of whom are eager to pick up right where they left off,” Allison said. “The culture on this team is incredible; they show up every day ready to work hard, with a list of personal and team goals they want to work on every day. We are looking forward to another great season, making the state tournament, and continuing to be a top contender for the Davenport title.”

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Sharon

2024 Record: 0-20
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Heather Poliferno
Sharon is making the move to the Kelley-Rex division this season but head coach Heather Poliferno hasn’t changed much in terms of preparation. The Eagles will continue focusing on building skills and working hard to battle against the depth of the Hockomock League.

The Eagles will lean on returning players to try and earn a first league win since 2021 and their first win overall since 2023. Junior center fielder Kapri Brimhall will be a leader on the diamond this spring after batting 0.364 last year. Sophomore Lily Xavier will be back behind the plate to catch classmate Alexa Newbold. The duo is growing together and that developing connection has a lot of potential.

Freshman Sadie Meixel is a newcomer to watch this year and Poliferno is excited about what she can contribute at the plate and the new dynamic she brings to the lineup. Senior captains Haily Fernando and Mikayla Lai will be important voices on and off the field to keep the Eagles heading in the right direction.

Poliferno said, “There is a lot of potential in this team, and I’m very excited to see what we can do!”

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Stoughton

2024 Record: 4-15
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Laura Whittaker
Stoughton battled through a series of injuries in 2024 and the Black Knights dropped down the Davenport standings as a result, finishing with four wins. This spring, Stoughton is hoping to bounce back and get into the state tournament conversation with a combination of experienced returners and a talented crop of underclassmen.

Junior Julia Monaghan is back in the circle to be the team’s starting pitcher with freshman Lily Shirey jumping in to give the Black Knights depth on the mound. Sophomore Addison Greenlaw returns behind the plate and that year of varsity experience should be a big boost for the whole staff. Senior Caitlin Driscoll returns in center and in the middle of the order. Also in the outfield are juniors Megan McGowan and Isabella Kuznitz and freshmen Raegan Costello and Kayla Monaghan.

Senior Lauren Price will be the leader on the infield, which has the potential to be strong defensively this year. Senior Chiara Nallar, junior Emersyn Grover, and sophomores Siena Schwenzfeier and Kelsey Whitman will all play big roles this season. Senior Grace Weisenberger will be back as a power threat in the heart of the order.

“The aggressive and intelligent play by the Stoughton team will be something to watch in 2025,” said Stoughton coach Laura Whittaker.

Taunton

2024 Record: 25-0 (Kelley-Rex champion)
2024 Finish: Won Div. 1 State Championship
Coach: Michelle Raposo
Taunton has won three of the last five Kelley-Rex division titles and five straight Div. 1 championships. After a perfect season in 2024, expectations remain sky-high for the most consistent program in the state and the Tigers remain the favorite to bring home another trophy at the end of the season.

It is an experienced, talented lineup that returns this season. Senior Catherine Larson will take over in the circle from Gatorade Player of the Year Sam Lincoln. Larson is a five-year varsity player and, while the backup starter last year, has started in a state final, so she has plenty of experience to compete with the state’s best. Senior shortstop Brooke Aldrich is also back for her fifth season on varsity. She delivers solid defense and is a clutch hitter in the middle of the lineup (batted 0.600 in the tournament last year).

Junior Mia Torres is a three-year starter in the outfield and she’s the catalyst for Taunton’s offense, setting the table for the power hitters. Sophomore Bella Bourque is heading into her third season as the starting third baseman and has been one of the league’s top hitters for the past two years. Sophomore Aniyah Bailey had a breakout freshman season, hitting seven homers, driving in 40 runs, and providing composure behind the plate. Sophomore Madison Crowley and juniors Gracie Oliveira and Victoria Corrao add depth and athleticism for the Tigers in various positions and will be counted on to take bigger roles this season.

“Every season presents its own set of challenges, but this group has the right mix of talent, leadership, and heart,” said Taunton coach Michelle Raposo. “These girls are already so bonded, and they’re fully committed to each other on the field. I love their intensity and the way they root for one another. It’s something special.”

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Monday’s Schedule & Scoreboard – 04/04/22

Today’s games are listed below.

Baseball
Attleboro, 4 @ Oliver Ames, 5 – Final – In a back-and-forth contest, Oliver Ames senior Patrick Finnerty drove in the game-winning run with the bases loaded to give the Tigers the walk-off win over Attleboro. The visitors took the lead in the top of the first inning after stealing a pair of bases. Oliver Ames responded with three runs in the bottom of the third as Finnerty and Jake Waxman drew back-to-back walks with the bases loaded and Ian Kelly scored on a wild pitch to make it 3-1. The top of the sixth inning saw Attleboro rally for three runs and go back ahead. In the bottom of the seventh, Nathanial Lewis and Nathan Carpentier walked and Joe Cicchetti was hit by a pitch to load the bases with no outs. Kelly drew OA’s 10th walk to tie the game and then Finnerty delivered a single to center for the win. Junior Andrew Zagami earned the win in relief with six strike outs. Nick Clark allowed one run on one hit and four walks in four innings of work for OA.

Franklin, 7 @ Canton, 1 – Final – Franklin cashed in on a handful of extra base hits and senior Jacob Jette picked up where he left off last season on the mound in the Panthers’ win on the road. Jette didn’t allow an earned run in 5.1 innings of work, striking out five with two hits and two walks allowed. Jake Shaughnessy and Austin Campbell combined for 1.2 innings of scoreless relief. Offensively, Ryan Gerety (two hits, two runs, RBI) and Eisig Chin (two hits, two RBI, run) each had a triple while Chris Goode (RBI) and Evan Raider (run) each had a double. Jack Marino added an RBI and two runs and sophomore Henry Digiorgio had a hit and a run scored.

King Philip, 15 @ Foxboro, 6 – Final – Tied 3-3 after two innings, King Philip exploded for seven two-out runs in the top of the third inning and never looked back for a season-opening win over Foxboro. With the bases loaded and two outs in the third, Tommy Martorano singled to bring in Rudy Gately (two runs) and Matt DiFore. Eli Reed scored on a single from Travis Crawford (three hits, two runs, two RBI), and Shawn Legere (three RBI, four runs) tripled to clear the bases. Gately got the win on the bump, allowing five runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk, striking out nine. Matt Kelley, who drove in three runs with a pair of hits, struck out two in an inning of relief. For Foxboro, Ryan LeClair (RBI, two runs) and Sean O’Leary (two RBI) each had three hits, helping the Warriors take a 3-2 lead after an inning. Freshman Nolan Gordon had a strong showing in relief for Foxboro, allowing two runs (none earned) on one hit and two walks, striking out five in 2.1 innings of work.

Mansfield, 4 @ North Attleboro, 5 – Final (13 inn.) – North Attleboro senior Brody Rosenberg drew a one-out walk in the bottom of the 13th inning and worked his way around the bases on a pair of errors, scoring the game-winning in a marathon game season opener for both teams. Mansfield opened the scoring with a run in the top of the first on a sacrifice fly from Jimmy Gilleran but North took control with three runs in the bottom half of the inning, an RBI single from Danny Curran, an RBI single from Rosenberg, and Curran scoring on a passed ball. Mansfield cut into the lead with a run in the third (Jake Maydak RBI) and a run in the fifth (Gilleran RBI single) to tie the game. The Hornets went ahead in the top of the sixth on a solo home run from Jared Fraone (3-for-3, three runs) to left field but North answered in the bottom half (Tyler Bannon sac fly) to make it 4-4. Sophomore Connor Curtis was stellar in relief for the Hornets, pitching seven innings with one (unearned) run allowed on three hits and no walks, striking out seven. Derek Maceda got the win for the Rocketeers with two scoreless innings of relief, allowing one hit with a pair of strikeouts.

Sharon, 1 @ Milford, 8 – Final – Junior Tyler Caldon allowed just two hits and walked three while striking out nine to lead the Scarlet Hawks to a win over Sharon. Caldon allowed just one earned run in six innings of work for the win. Damien Carter, who tossed a scoreless inning in relief with one strikeout, had a pair of hits and two runs scored, Ian Carter went 4-for-4 with three RBI and one run scored, and Evan Cornelius added a pair of hits, a pair of runs scored and one RBI.

Stoughton, 1 @ Taunton, 12 – Final (5 inn.)

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Softball
Oliver Ames, 1 @ Attleboro, 9 – Final – Lily Routhier made a big splash in her debut for the Bombardiers, getting the win in the circle as well as a big performance at the plate. She tossed a complete game with just one earned run allowed on two hits. At the dish, she went 4-for-4 with two runs scored. Sarah Mayer added three hits and scored twice while Rylie Camacho had one hit, reached twice more, and scored twice. For OA, Caitlin Miller went 2-for-3 with an RBI while Crystalia Covel scored a run and had a stolen base. Katie Melendy pitched five innings for OA with four runs allowed while Taylor Marino pitched the sixth inning with one run allowed.

Canton, 0 @ Franklin, 12 – Final (5 inn.) – Aislinn Lavery set the tone in the circle and at the plate for the Panthers, who opened the season with a big win over visiting Canton. Lavery allowed just one hit with six strikeouts in five innings of work, and then led off the game with a triple and scored on a fielder’s choice from Julia White. Carly Pellegri aded three hits, including a double, with four RBI and three runs scored, Katy Liberman had two hits, including a double, and two RBI, and Avery Chalk added two hits. Freshman Sarah Boozang had an RBI single to score Reece Allen (triple).

Foxboro, 0 @ King Philip, 3 – Final – Freshman Liv Petrillo’s first career hit proved to be a big one for King Philip, a triple in the bottom of the sixth that broke a scoreless tie and drove in the game-winning run. In a scoreless game in the bottom of the sixth, sophomore Taylor Regan slapped a double and senior Mia Bennett was hit by a pitch to put runners on first and second. Petrillo drilled a line drive to right for a two-run triple to put KP ahead 2-0. Sophomore Maddie Paschke laid down the squeeze bunt to bring Petrillo in to make it 3-0. Senior Emma Sheehan tossed a complete game one-hitter for KP, striking out seven without issuing a walk. Foxboro freshman Vittoria Cuscia was impressive in the circle, holding KP without a run for the first five innings. She finished with seven strikeouts.

North Attleboro, 5 @ Mansfield, 3 – Final – Kelly Colleran went 3-for-4 with a home run and four RBI and Zoey McDonough struck out 12, as North pulled out a road win in the season opener. The Rocketeers opened the scoring with a three-run third. Colleran doubled to plate Julia Forman and Grace Simmons and then came home on a two-out single by Shaelyn Burns. Ally Levine led off the fifth with a double and scored on a two-run homer by Colleran, which turned out to be the game winner. Mansfield rallied with two runs in the fifth. Jill Koppy walked to lead off the inning and stole second. Bunts from Liv Madeira and Sydney Fernando loaded the bases and Callie Lake brought in a pair with a single. The Hornets loaded the bases again but couldn’t get a two-out hit to keep the rally going. Mansfield added a run in the bottom of the seventh. Fernando walked to get things started and Cat Kipp singled. Madeira drove in a run with a single. Casey Moussette and Alanna Conley reached on fielder’s choices to load the bases but again the Hornets weren’t able to get a two-out hit off McDonough. Amanda Schwarz made her varsity debut for Mansfield, striking out three and giving up eight hits. Emma Hanwell and Burns both made nice plays in the field to help the Rocketeers pull out the victory.

Sharon, 3 @ Milford, 4 – Final (8 inn.) – Milford rallied for two runs in the fifth inning to tie the game and then sophomore Maeve Williams delivered the game-winning hit with an RBI single to give the Scarlet Hawks a walk-off win in extra innings. Milford took a 1-0 lead in the second on a double from freshman Cae Pellegrini followed by a pair of sacrifice bunts. Sharon responded in the third and fourth to go ahead 4-1 before the Hawks brought the game level game. In the eighth, freshman Jianna Fernandes led off with a walk, stole second, and scored on Williams’ hit up the middle. Pellegrini and senior Gianna Cacciola both played well defensively while sophomore Maeve Driscoll got the win with five innings in relief, striking out eight with no earned runs allowed on four hits. Sharon’s Trinity Payne struck out 18 batters in the loss.

Stoughton, 0 @ Taunton 13 – Final (5 inn.) – Taunton got its offense going with three runs in the first inning and scored in each of the next three innings, including a seven-run bottom of the fourth to open the season with a big win. Junior Kaysie DeMoura (RBI, two runs) led the charge with three hits while classmates Ava Venturelli (two RBI, double, two stolen bases), Hayley Krockta, Kyleah Plumb (three RBI, triple, double), and senior Kylie Thorpe (triple, RBI) each had two hits. Senior Liv Mendonca struck out three with two hits allowed in four shutout innings while freshman Catherine Larson fanned one with one hit allowed in an inning of relief. Stoughton’s Sydney Menz had a double and a spectacular catch in center field, robbing the Tigers of a home run. Alyssa Edwards (double) and Maddie Hinds also had a hit for the Black Knights.




Boys Lacrosse
Attleboro, 2 @ Franklin, 22 – Final – Franklin exploded for nine goals in the opening quarter and never looked back in its first game of the season. Junior Jayden Consigli scored six goals and classmates Luke Davis and Tyler Sacchetti each added four apiece, all in the first half. Sophomore CJ Perro and junior Will Buckley each scored twice in the second half for the Panthers.

Canton, 16 @ Milford, 5 – Final – Canton’s Sam Carlino scored six goals and set up six more to lead the Bulldogs to a season-opening win on the road at Milford. Brendan Tourgee added four goals in the win along with one assist, Eddie Gillis scored a hat trick and added one helper, and Pat Drury (two goals, five assists) and Jeff Chaput (two goals, two assists) both had big games for the Bulldogs. Freshman Ben Miller played well in net, earning his first career win.

Foxboro, 7 @ North Attleboro, 9 – Final

Sharon, 1 @ King Philip, 13 – Final – King Philip raced out to a 7-0 lead by halftime and pulled away with six more goals in the second half to open the season with a win over Sharon. Ben Riggs paced the offense with three goals while Thomas Brewster, Sean Crowther, and Nolan Feyler each scored twice. James Boldy made 12 saves in net to earn the win for KP.

Girls Lacrosse
Franklin, 21 @ Attleboro, 1 – Final

Milford, 8 @ Canton, 9 – Final – Canton built a 6-2 lead at halftime and then held off a second half comeback attempt from Milford to open the season with a win, the first for new head coach Casey Bradley. Allie McCabe scored twice and had an assist while Emily McCabe netted the game-winning goal. Elyse Broderick made seven saves in net for the Bulldogs. For Milford, Aislinn Bennett scored five goals, Emily Croteau had a pair of goals, and Carly Haley added one.

North Attleboro, 4 @ Foxboro, 19 – Final – Click here for a Photo Gallery from this game. Paige Curran and Mya Waryas each scored six goals, as Foxboro opened its season with a big win over a division rival. Curran, the league’s leading scorer from last year, added three assists and Waryas had one helper as well. Mary Collins chipped in with four goals and two assists, Valerie Beigel had a pair of goals, and freshman Cate Noone had a goal and an assist on her debut. Grace Riley, Kate Collins, and Nina Della Valle also scored for the Warriors. Lilli Jones made five saves to pick up her first win in goal. Ava McKeon and Morgan Eaton each scored twice for North.

King Philip, 17 @ Sharon, 0 – Final – Nine different Warriors found the back of the net as King Philip opened its season in style with a big win on the road over Sharon. Julia Marsden, Lily Brown, and Haley Izydorczak combined for 11 points in the win, Makenzie McDevitt scored a hat trick in the win and Ilah Weiblen and Abby MacDonald each scored once.

Oliver Ames, 19 @ Taunton, 2 – Final – Using a quick transition game and strong ball possession, Oliver Ames roared to a big season opening win on the road over Taunton. First year OA head coach Rylie Dalzell credited the attackers’ ride for causing a lot of turnovers that the visiting Tigers took advantage of. Jess Widdop and Claire O’Rourke combined for the win in net for OA. Casey O’Leary and Cali Melo each scored once for Taunton.




Boys Tennis
Oliver Ames, 3 @ Attleboro, 2 – Final – Sophomore Nicholas Westerbeke rallied from a one-set deficit to win two in a row to take the point at first singles and give Oliver Ames a 3-2 win over the Bombardiers. Westerbeke dropped the first set 4-6 but won 6-1, 6-0 to get the win. Kylash Gannesh (6-0, 6-1) and Raphael Vache (6-1, 6-2) won at second and third singles, respectively, for OA. Attleboro’s Tyler Rocchio and Kyle Neuendorf took first singles 6-3, 6-4 while Malachi Jefferson and Alex Suarez were victorious (6-1, 6-2) at second doubles.

Canton, 2 @ Franklin, 3 – Final – Canton took first and second singles in straight sets but Franklin won both doubles and third singles to get the win at home. Senior Drew Mahoney was the lone Panther to win in singles action, taking third singles 6-0, 6-3. The team of senior Tim O’Keefe and sophomore Ahan Shetty won 6-1, 6-1 at first doubles and the team of senior Sameen Shaik and sophomore Jay Gorgas secured a 6-0, 6-0 win at second doubles. Canton’s Max Kupferman won 6-4, 6-2 at first singles and Suraj Ramanthan took a 6-1, 6-1 decision at second singles.

Foxboro, 3 @ King Philip, 2 – Final – A sweep of singles action lifted Foxboro to a win over the road at King Philip to start the season. Garrett Spillane won in straight sets (6-1, 6-1) at first singles, Bo Canfield added a 6-2, 6-3 win at second singles, and Raj Jetty earned a 6-3, 6-4 win at third singles. KP’s Diego Nieto and Connor Sachleben rallied from a one-set deficit to secure a 5-7, 6-0, 6-2 win at first doubles while Adam Gousie and Noah Ihley grabbed a 6-2, 6-4 win at second doubles.

North Attleboro, 0 @ Mansfield, 5 – Final – Mansfield opened the season in style, taking all five matches in straight sets to knock off North Attleboro. Freshman Neema Khosravani was impressive in his first career match, winning 6-0, 6-3 at first singles, sophomore Kailash Elumelai secured a 6-1, 7-5 at second singles, and sophomore Iniyan Karruppusami added a 6-2, 6-1 win at third singles. The tream of senior Jonah Fine and junior Benson Delaney didn’t drop a set in a 6-0, 6-0 win at first doubles while junior Jesse Colchamiro and sophomore Nikhil Nain won 6-2, 6-2 at second doubles.

Sharon, 5 @ Milford, 0 – Final – A trio of underclassman swept singles action for Sharon as the Eagles opened the season with a win on the road over Milford. Sophomore Matthew Lally, sophomore Alex Budovalcev, and freshman Jacob Slavsky all won 6-0, 6-0 in first, second, and third singles, respectively. In doubles action, seniors Mitch Weiss and Ruemon Bhattacharyya grabbed a 6-1. 6-0 win at first doubles, and the team of freshman Sava Kassev and junior Hyojae Park didn’t drop a set in a 6-0, 6-0 win at second doubles.

Stoughton @ Taunton, 3:45

Girls Tennis
Attleboro, 2 @ Oliver Ames, 3 – Final – In an incredible even match up, Oliver Ames emerged with a hard-fought win over a game Attleboro squad. The Tigers got wins in straight sets from Hannah Farber at first singles (7-5, 6-3) and Mia Corradini at third singles (6-3, 6-1). OA’s second doubles team of tri-captain Shelby Brass and Marina Mierzwinski grabbed a 6-0, 7-6 (7-1) for the Tigers’ second point of the match. Attleboro’s Madison Fuscaldo battled for a 6-3, 6-7 (10-12), 6-3 win in a marathon match at second singles, and the team of Tina Lam and Sahara Yusuf grabbed a 7-5, 4-6, 7-6 (7-3) win at first doubles.

Franklin, 3 @ Canton, 2 – Final – A sweep in doubles action plus a hard fought win at third singles gave the Panthers the close win on the road at Canton. Sarah Schiavo battled her way to a 6-4, 7-5 win at third singles to clinch the win for the Panthers. The team of Amulya Jayam and Shriya Rasish won 6-4, 6-3 at first doubles while Chloe Essam teamed up with Sydney Tolonen for a 6-1, 6-1 win at second doubles for the Panthers. Canton’s Camila Cutter earned a 6-1, 7-5 victory at first singles while Laura Correal prevailed from a well-played second singles match with a 7-6 (10), 6-4 win.

King Philip, 2 @ Foxboro, 3 – Final – Foxboro took a pair of wins from singles action and one more from doubles to get a win over King Philip. Athena Li (first singles) and Hailey Kornbluth (second singles) both won 6-0, 6-0 for the hosts while the team of Abigail Costa and Juliana Preston secured a 7-5, 4-6, 7-5 win at first doubles for Foxboro. KP’s Sammie Taylor won 6-2, 6-2 at third singles and Caroline Frese teamed up with Lauren Caspter for a 6-4, 6-3 win at second doubles.

Mansfield @ North Attleboro, 3:45

Milford, 0 @ Sharon, 5 – Final – It was a clean sweep in the season opener for the Eagles, winning all five matches in straight sets against visiting Milford. Navya Shukla won 6-0, 6-0 at first singles, Ali Aguilar grabbed a 6-1, 6-2 win at second singles, and Ritu Sreeram earned a 6-1, 6-1 win at third singles. Sharon’s first doubles team of Abby Vilk and Judy Song didn’t drop a set in a 6-0, 6-0 win while the team of Sasha Fein and Sophia Oh were victorious 6-1, 6-1 at second doubles.

Taunton, 4 @ Stoughton, 1 – Final – Taunton took two wins from each singles and doubles action to get a win on the road over Stoughton. Brooke Bell earned a 6-1, 6-2 win at second singles and Ava Alves grabbed a 6-1, 6-0 win at third singles for the Tigers. The first doubles team of Morgan Smith and Sam Parrett prevailed 6-3, 6-2 for Taunton while Kelsey Brennan and Janelle Garcia won 6-3, 6-3 at second doubles. Stoughton’s Ally Lada emerged from a hard-fought singles match with a 7-5, 7-5 (10-8) win.

Boys Volleyball
Taunton, 0 @ Barnstable, 3 – Final

King Philip, 0 @ Medfield, 3 – Final – Freshman Jacob Moores had four blocks and senior Danny Alexandre added three more but the Warriors dropped their first match of the season on the road at Medfield.