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2025 Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse Preview

By HockomockSports.com Staff

2025 Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse Preview

Attleboro

2024 Record: 11-8
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 32
Coach: Kerri Beland
Attleboro is coming off the two best seasons in program history, having made back-to-back playoff appearances. Former player Kerri Beland will take charge of the team this spring (after being the assistant coach the past two seasons) and will be looking to build on recent success by bolstering the schedule to be better prepared for the playoff competition.

The attack should be a strength for the Bombardiers this season with the team’s top scorers from last year returning. Senior Isabella Cavallini (Bentley) has been one of the league’s top playmakers for a couple of seasons and she will run the attack again this year along with junior Amelia Collins, who has been a standout scorer each of the past two years. The midfield also returns a strong core of players who can impact the game at both ends of the field. Senior Ryann Mooney and juniors Makenah Stokes and Abigail Titmas add athleticism in the middle of the field, with Stokes also a big factor on the draws.

Attleboro’s defense will have a few new faces this season after graduating three starters. Senior Ashley Cordeiro will be the leader at the back and classmate Peyton McAuliffe has been among the league’s top goalies for the past two years. Junior Sofia Sprovieri will take a bigger role in defense. Junior Jordyn Riley will be a newcomer to watch in midfield and senior Kaya Hannon will add another scorer up front.

“With our mix of experienced players and new talent, our season is filled with excitement,” Beland said. “These girls have shown up each day ready to compete and build on the success this program has had the past few seasons. The skill, athleticism, and lacrosse IQ are all there – at the end of the day it’s who wants it more and from what I’ve seen so far this preseason, this team is ready to go.”

Canton

2024 Record: 10-8
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 2 Round of 32
Coach: Jess Powers
Canton has finished second in the Davenport division in each of the past three seasons, but the Bulldogs come into this spring with a lot of new faces, including on the bench where former player Jess Powers takes over as the team’s third coach in three years. With three of the team’s top four scorers and three starters on defense lost to graduation, Powers will have a relatively inexperienced group to get ready for the new season.

This is still an athletic group and that speed and aggressiveness will be a strength of the team. Junior Nora Giannacopoulos will be the focal point of the attack. The reigning HockomockSports.com Underclassman of the Year gives Canton a creative playmaker to run the offense through. Senior Izzy Digirolamo adds experience up front and sophomore Cassidy Lyons could be poised for a breakout season. Sophomore Shannon Lane and junior Deanna Kolokithas add two quick, athletic weapons in midfield and attack.

The defense will be a work in progress at the start of the season, as it’s an almost entirely new group at the back. Junior Michaela Dickie returns this spring and she will be the anchor and leader at that end of the field. The midfield group will also be counted on to help out in transition and defense while new players get up to varsity speed. In goal, senior Ashley Balunas and junior Sammy Gardner will split time to start the year.

Powers said, “This team will look to establish a new identity while continuing to build on the success of previous seasons. We have a great group of players with a lot of potential and I’m excited to see what they accomplish this year.”

Foxboro

2024 Record: 15-7 (Davenport champions)
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 3 Final Four
Coach: Kathleen McCullough
After winning a 12th consecutive Davenport division title and reaching the Div. 3 Final Four for the second year in a row, Foxboro returns 15 players to try and continue its run as one of the league’s perennial powers. With seven seniors and seven juniors on the roster, the Warriors have plenty of experience to call on to make another tournament run.

The key to Foxboro’s attack is senior Cate Noone. The Furman-commit and reigning HockomockSports.com Player of the Year is the creative fulcrum for the Warriors and a consistent threat on draws. Junior Addie Riley is coming off a breakout sophomore season in which she led the team with 76 goals and the Warriors expect her to be an impact player at both ends of the field. Sophomore Chloe McGarry is looking to take a big leap after a 47-point freshman season. Junior Lily Kelley is a new addition to the attacking unit this season.

The defense should remain a strength this season. Senior Hannah Higgins (Hobart William Smith-commit) is a rock at the back and the leader of the defensive group. With senior Audrey Campbell (Norwich-commit) back in the cage, the Foxboro defense has plenty of stability and experience to lean on.

“We are looking forward to the 2025 season as we have several returning players that have watched develop and step up this preseason,” said Foxboro coach Kathleen McCullough. “We hope to use some of our veterans as ‘utility players’ providing flexibility and versatility for the team. Our team is focused and ready for the challenges ahead.”

Franklin

2024 Record: 12-10 (Kelley-Rex champions)
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 32
Coach: Kristin Igoe Guarino
Franklin has dominated the Hockomock League for more than a decade. The Panthers have won 122 straight games in the league going into this season (a run that stretches back to 2012) and have won 14 straight league titles. The Panthers were in transition last spring, with a relatively inexperienced team learning the ropes, and many of the players seem poised for breakout seasons.

The attack returns all but one starter and the coordination and communication built last year should pay dividends. Seniors Julia Flynn and Sophia Sacchetti are quick, athletic midfielders who will be key players on the draw and getting the team into the attack. Senior Gabi Caonsigli is coming off her best scoring season and could be among the league leaders this year. Junior Vera Hansen is another impact player in midfield and Franklin will hope that sophomore midfielder Callie Joyce and freshman attacker Clara Blongstainer will step in and produce right away this season.

On defense, Franklin will be led by senior Maeve Grasso. Coming off a terrific season, Grasso will keep the team working as a unit at the back along with classmate Hannah Blongstainer. Senior Maisie Streeseman and freshman Codi Lai will battle for the starting goalie position and both should see plenty of minutes this season.

“We return a strong core group of players who have a year or two of playing experience under their belts,” said Franklin coach Kristin Igoe Guarino. “Last year was more of a developmental year for us, and now this season we are looking to make bigger strides and win some more out of league games. I am looking forward to another great season!”

King Philip

2024 Record: 15-7
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 16
Coach: Matt Custodio
New head coach Matt Custodio inherits a roster filled with experience to try and match last year’s 15-win season and berth in the Div. 1 Sweet Sixteen. With six seniors who are all committed to play at the next level, King Philip will go into the new season with hopes of not only being one of the league’s best teams but to end Franklin’s 12-year dominance of the Kelley-Rex division.

Defense is the foundation that the Warriors will build on. Senior Sierra King will be the leader at the back along with classmate Kaitlyn Parish, who returns in goal after being one of the best shot stoppers in the area last season. Juniors Katie McGann, Ashleigh Whitbread, and Lauren Obara will all step into the defensive unit and Custodio expects the defense to set the tone for the team and enable the talented attacking group to do its work on the other end of the field.

Senior Makenzie McDevitt is the team’s standout attacker and top returning scorer. The BU-commit has been one of the league’s most dynamic attackers for a couple of seasons and will be KP’s top creative force. Seniors Emily Heslin, Sammy Cloutier, and Abby MacDonald will all chip in with goals while giving KP additional cover in transition and in the defensive half of the field.

“This is a very special group of players and seniors who have high expectations of themselves,” Custodio said. “If we can do all the little things successfully, we know that our end goals will fall into place.”

Mansfield

2024 Record: 11-7
2024 Finish: Reached Div. 1 Round of 32
Coach: Katy Garvin
Former Mansfield star Katy Garvin had an impressive first season on the bench for the Hornets, as they won 11 games, tied for second in the Davenport division, and returned to the state tournament. With 11 seniors coming back this spring, Garvin is hoping the Hornets can quickly fill some of the holes from graduation and once again challenge Foxboro at the top of the league standings.

Senior Ella Palanza will be the lynchpin in midfield for the Hornets. The three-sport standout delivers plenty of energy and athleticism to contribute on both ends of the field, while also being the top returning scorer from last year. Sophomore Sadie Jablonski returned from injury late in basketball season so will be a big addition in midfield with classmate Sophie Clang. Senior Lily Niosi and sophomore Caitlin Niosi will lead the way in attack with juniors Maddie Boyle and Tessa Johnson giving the Hornets experience up front.

In defense, the Hornets will be steady with seniors Carys Colby, Paige Carrow, Vail Dubeau, and Lyla Nappa. Junior Lana DiSangro will return in goal after a breakout sophomore campaign.

Garvin said, “We have a great group returning this year and a roster full of competitors. We are aiming high this season and are excited for the tough matchups we will see in and out of the Hock. I am especially excited for our new group on attack and their ability to work off of each other to play team offense.”

North Attleboro

2024 Record: 7-12
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Dawn Kafel-Forge
North Attleboro needed a few results to go its way last year to be in the state tournament picture under first-year coach Dawn Kafel-Forge. With just two players graduating from last season’s roster, the Rocketeers are hoping that the experience on the roster will help turn things around and make the playoffs a legitimate possibility.

Senior Ellie Regan will be the key to North’s success in attack. The team’s leading scorer last year, Regan had 55 goals and will hope that she can produce even more this spring. Sophomore Abby Wholey, Reese Hickey, and Addie Curran will try to build on promising rookie seasons and senior Sara Maciejewski gives North welcome leadership in the offense. Seniors Avery House, Lauren Inglese, and Bella McQuade give Big Red athleticism in the midfield and can make an impact on both ends of the field.

The Rocketeers will also lean on its seniors in defense, including goalie Brianna Burns, who had a breakout season between the pipes and emerged as one of the league’s most consistent shot stoppers. Seniors Grace Gouck, Carleigh Swenson, and Ava McDuff, and junior Grace Jordan provide a lot of stability in the defensive unit and that familiarity will help communication at the back.

Kafel-Forge said, “It’s a quick turnaround this year from preseason to our first game. We are pleased to see how the team is coming together. Our crew is focused, determined, and looking to improve our game week to week.”

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Oliver Ames

2024 Record: 9-10
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Fred Isleib
Oliver Ames narrowly missed out on a playoff spot last season, missing the tournament by just one game. The Tigers started the season well but had a difficult closing stretch and lost the final four games of the regular season (all against playoff teams, including league champs Franklin and Foxboro). After getting so close last spring, the goal this year is to take that next step.

The Tigers will need to replace some key players from last year’s roster, particularly four starting roles in midfield, but OA has 10 seniors coming back to form an experienced core that should be able to step up. Senior Deana Flaherty can fill in both in midfield and defense and, along with classmate Chloe Finch can give the attack a boost. Sophomores Kit Perron and Kyla Isleib impressed as freshmen and will be counted on to keep the attack firing.

Second-year coach Fred Isleib is excited for his defensive unit’s size and athleticism and the potential of sophomore goalie Olivia Magee, who is entering her second season as the starter and continues to improve each game.

2025 Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse Preview

“As a second-year coach, I feel like we are ahead of where we were a year ago,” Isleib said. “My message to the team, if we do three things it will be a successful season: Have fun, work hard, and compete.”

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Sharon

2024 Record: 6-12
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Aisling Lydeard
Sharon closed last season with a pair of non-league wins and the Eagles will hope they can carry some momentum into their first season in the Kelley-Rex division. Second-year coach Aisling Lydeard is counting on the experience built from last year to help push the Eagles forward.

In the midfield, senior Bailey Garte will be back to run the offense. A league all-star last season, Garte is a dynamic playmaker and will impact the game on both ends of the field. Joining Garte in the attack is a talented group of underclassmen. Sophomores Sarah Scappaticci, Lilian Bourgeois, and Ella Cummings are back after impressing in their rookie campaigns. Senior Serene Bien-Aime will be a key addition to the midfield, as she moves up from defense this season.

The defensive unit will be anchored by seniors Ava Jacobsen and Lauren McLoughlin, who both provide great leadership on the field. Sophomore Samantha Humphreys is back in goal and junior Fatima Houdroge will give the Eagles good depth in the cage.

Lydeard said, “We have a solid foundation as we head into the season and are focused on improving our draw control percentage and offensive opportunities, as well as refining our fast break defensive skills.”

Stoughton

2024 Record: 7-14
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Alicen Flewelling
Stoughton made a big leap in its second season as a varsity program, winning seven games, including a pair of league victories, and the Black Knights want to build on that for even more success in year three. With seven returning seniors, Stoughton has some experience on its roster but will also have several young players getting their first taste of varsity action who will need to step into big roles right away.

Junior Casey Groppi will be the key for the Black Knights in attack. The St. Michael’s-commit spent most of last season in defense but will move back into midfield this spring and should see a big bump in her scoring stats. Seniors Lauren Mitchell and Madi Falcione will provide athleticism in midfield, while seniors Angie Berry and Ella Derby and sophomore Olivia Joumaa should contribute in attack. Senior Adalina Tucker will take over in goal in her first season on varsity and classmates Pamela Pereira, Lily Nourse, and Ruby Guglia and sophomore Jillian Falcione will provide cover in defense.

As expected from a still-young program, there are players who will be experiencing the sport at this level for the first time, including freshman Cailin McGowan, sophomore Morgan Derby, and juniors Faith Sekundaya and Mickaelle Pierre. Sophomore Julia Henein will make the jump from JV this season and Paige Enokian (attack) and Chloe Hannaford (defense) return as swing players to help Stoughton’s depth.

“Stoughton has been working hard at the start of this season to adjust to not having the six seniors from last season but we have a strong set of girls both new and returning to the sport!” said Stoughton coach Alicen Flewelling. “Going from zero varsity wins to six was a huge morale boost for our players and our program as a whole! We are looking forward to growing more as a team this year!”

Taunton

2024 Record: 0-17
2024 Finish: Missed postseason
Coach: Adilson Galvao
Taunton is coming off a difficult 2024 season. The Tigers were winless last year but, with all but four players returning for this spring, there is hope that they can turn it around and be more competitive this time around.

Offensively, Taunton will build around seniors Maddison Szala and Giovanna Guarino. Szala is the team’s top returning scorer after a 58-point season. The graduation of top scorer Cali Melo and transfer of Taryn Campbell will have an impact but senior Jayla Leonardo and junior Madison Cardoso give Taunton welcome dynamism and depth up front. Senior Caroline Vallarelli and junior Talia O’Leary will provide leadership and energy in the midfield. Senior Niyla Correia will boost the midfield, after moving up from defense.

At the back, sophomore Laila Brum will step into a key role this season and senior Savannah Sylvia returns from an injury to give the back line a big upgrade. Seniors Jaclyn Tokarz and Emily Lane complete a solid defensive group for the Tigers. Freshman Sydney Leavitt is the lone goalie returning from last year’s roster, after jumping on varsity as an eighth grader.

Taunton coach Adilson Galvao said, “With a strong core of returning starters and a senior class that raises the bar higher than ever, this season holds limitless potential. In my four years of coaching, this group has demonstrated the heart, commitment, and leadership that will propel us to new heights.”

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05/02/202305/04/2023

Wednesday’s Schedule & Scoreboard – 05/03/23

Today’s games are listed below.

Baseball
North Attleboro, 5 @ Attleboro, 2 – Final – North Attleboro senior Jordan Paradis had a strong start on the bump and the Rocketeers produced enough runs offensively to secure a 5-2 rivalry win at Attleboro. Paradis allowed just two runs on two hits and three walks, striking out 10 in five innings for the win; sophomore Gio Martello tossed two scoreless innings in relief for the save. The Rocketeers took the lead in the top of the first inning and never surrendered it against the Bombardiers. Derek Maceda lined a two-run double to give the visitors the lead in the top half before Attleboro got on the board in the bottom half on an RBI double from Aiden Hochwarter. North extended its lead in the top of the fourth on Paradis’ RBI triple and an RBI single from Martello to make it 4-1. Ayden Delaney added a sacrifice fly for North while Casey Victorio drove in a run for the Bombardiers in the fifth.

King Philip, 9 @ Canton, 2 – Final – KP exploded for seven runs in the top of the second and never looked back, rolling to its fourth win in a row. Brendan Sencaj blasted a grand slam to lead the KP attack at the plate. Matthew Kelley continued his strong work with the bat, going 4-for-4 and scoring three runs. Cam Hasenfus went six innings and allowed two earned runs to pick up the win, while Nate Pennini stepped in to pitch a scoreless seventh. Matt Chafin had a pair of hits and an RBI for the Bulldogs, while Andrew Gillis reached base three times and scored once. Griffin Hughes had a strong relief outing, going five innings and allowing two runs.

Franklin @ Mansfield – Postponed to Saturday, 5/6 at 4:00.

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Softball
King Philip, 1 @ Taunton, 3 – Final – Click here for a recap and photo gallery of this game.

Foxboro, 3 @ Oliver Ames, 4 – Final – Oliver Ames plated all four of its runs in the bottom of the first inning and Katie Melendy and the Tigers’ defense took care of the rest to land a key 4-3 win over division rival Foxboro. It was the visiting Warriors that struck first when sophomore Natalia Leach smacked a solo home run to center field to present Foxboro an early 1-0 lead. OA responded in the bottom half with all four of its runs; Maddie Homer led off with a single, stole second and scored on an RBI single from Devon Morris to tie the game. Melendy singled and two at-bats later, Erin Martin singled and Melendy came home on an error. A double from Katherine Farley plated one more run and Samantha Johnson followed with another RBI double to make it 4-1 in favor of the Tigers. Foxboro cut into the deficit in the top of the fifth on a single from freshman Mia Flanagan that scored two runs but Melendy got the third out in the inning to strand the tying run at second. Foxboro got the tying run to second in the top of the seventh as well but Melendy got back-to-back outs to secure the win. Melendy earned the win, allowing three runs (two earned) on seven hits and five walks, striking out five in a complete game effort. Vittoria Cuscia pitched well for Foxboro, scattering seven hits and three walks for four runs, striking out four in six innings.

Stoughton, 11 @ Milford, 16 – Final – Milford pounded out 18 hits to the tune of a 16-11 win over visiting Stoughton, securing its third win in the last five contests. Although the Black Knights jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the top of the first (highlighted by RBIs from Alyssa Edwards, Camryn Whitman, and Caitlin Driscoll), Milford’s Olivia Baglione led off the bottom half with a solo home run and the Scarlet Hawks were off and running offensively. Milford ended up pushing across five runs in the first and three more in the second to get the lead; Stoughton rallied for three runs in each the fifth and sixth but the Hawks answered with seven combined runs in the same two innings. Junior Maeve Driscoll had a team-high four hits and knocked in one run, Baglione (two RBI, two runs), Cae Pellegrini (four runs) and Maeve Williams (four RBI, three runs) each added three hits, and Jianna Fernandes (four RBI, run) had two hits. Edwards went 4-for-4 with a home run, a triple, five RBI and four runs to lead the Black Knights while Anna Hobbs and Kerry Driscoll each had two hits.

Boys Lacrosse
North Attleboro, 10 @ Attleboro, 4 – Final

Canton, 8 @ Foxboro, 12 – Final – Foxboro used a dominant first half to land a key win over division rival Canton. The Warriors poured in eight goals in the opening half and played great defense to limit the visiting Bulldogs to just one goal for an 8-1 edge at the break. Conor Noone led the charge offensively, scoring six goals with one assist while Tony Sulham added a hat trick in the win. Ryan Cotter, Jon Sacchetti, and Mikey McCabe each added one goal while Finn Stapleton had an outstanding defensive game for the Warriors. Adam Addeche made 14 saves in net to keep Foxboro ahead.

Franklin, 19 @ Mansfield, 5 – Final – Luke Davis continued to dominate offensively and Franklin ran away with a big win on the road at Mansfield. Davis had eight goals and three assists, all in the first three quarters, while Jayden Consigli added six goals and two helpers and Tyler Sacchetti chipped in with four goals and three assists for the Panthers, which built a double-digit (13-3) lead by halftime. Drew Hansen added two assists and Justin Alexander (one assist) went 16-for-22 at the face-off X. Ryan DeGirolamo made 20 saves in net for the host Hornets and Drew Sacco led the team offensively with three goals and an assist. Cody Gordon and Andrew DeGirolamo each added one goal, and Andrew Burnham and Nico Smith each had two assists.

Taunton, 0 @ King Philip, 20 – Final

Oliver Ames, 12 @ Milford, 11 – Final (OT) – Ben Reardon’s second goal of the game delivered a walk off win for Oliver Ames as the Tigers dispatched Milford in overtime. The Scarlet Hawks and visiting OA were tied 11-11 at the end of regulation but Reardon found the back of the net for the second time to hand the Tigers the dramatic win. Shaun Teehan and Alex McAndrew had big performances for OA with each scoring three goals while Jake Manthous, Ryan Jaco, and Victor Romeiro each scored once. Noah Iselib made 12 saves in the win.

Girls Lacrosse
Attleboro, 19 @ North Attleboro, 10 – Final – Locked in a tight battle at halftime, Attleboro erupted for 11 second half goals to run away with a big win on the road at rival North Attleboro. The Bombardiers had a balanced attack offensively with sophomore Isabella Cavallini (two assists) scoring a team-high five goals while junior Molly Moore (three assists), junior Addison Papagolos, and freshman Amelia Collins each scored four goals in the win; senior Gabriela Sprovieri and freshman Mekenah Stokes each added one goal in the win. Jordan Mooney added four assists while Papagolos (six) and Cavallini (nine) did well on the draw. Peyton McAuliffe made 11 saves in the win for Attleboro.

Foxboro, 17 @ Canton, 8 – Final – After a back-and-forth first half, Foxboro’s balanced offensive attack proved to be too much as the Warriors found the back of the net 10 times in the second half to pull away from Canton in a key division battle. Senior Paige Curran spearheaded the Warriors’ attack with six goals and three assists while Mya Waryas added five goals and four assists and Val Beigel had four goals — including the 100th of her career — and one assist in the win. Cate Noone chipped in with one goal and three assists, Addie Riley scored once, and Mary Collins notched an assist. Devan Spinale led the Bulldogs with four goals, Emily McCabe chipped in with two goals, and Nora Giannacopoulos and Shannon McGrann both had one goal. Ashley Balunas made six saves in net for the Bulldogs.

Mansfield, 3 @ Franklin, 18 – Final – Franklin senior Kaitlyn Carney hit a big milestone in the win, recording her 200th career point. Grace Nesbit added her first goal of the season for the Panthers. Brooke Butler had a goal and an assist, while Ava Adam and Lola Varricchione each scored once for the Hornets. Caitlyn Zajac made five stops in goal for the visitors.

King Philip, 20 @ Taunton, 1 – Final – KP had 18 different players find the back of the net, as they made it back-to-back wins. Makenzie McDevitt scored once and had a pair of assists, recording the 100th point of her career. Maggie Sweeney, Ashleigh Whitbread, Sierra King, Isabelle Taylor, Katie McGann, Mara Boldy, Halle LeBlanc, and Faith Garvey all scored their first varsity goals in the win. Cali Melo scored for Taunton on an assist from Caroline Vallarelli.

Milford @ Oliver Ames – Postponed to Thursday, 5/4 at 4:00.

Sharon, 9 @ Stoughton, 8 – Final – Sharon edged Stoughton to pick up its second win in the past four games and deny the Black Knights their first win as a varsity program. Amanda Reid was the top scorer for the hosts with five goals, and also pulled down three draw controls. Casey Groppi dished out five assists, while Morgan Groppi and Nicole Reid each scored once. Jordan Coleman made 13 saves in the loss.

Boys Tennis
Canton, 3 @ Foxboro, 2 – Final – Canton freshman Bharat Ramanathan overcame a one-set deficit and a three-game deficit in the second set to earn the clinching win at second singles for the Bulldogs. Ramanathan rallied from a 2-5 deficit to get the win and followed with a 12-10 third-set tiebreaker win to clinch the match. Max Kupferman continued his dominance at the first singles with a 6-0, 6-1, and Canton’s second doubles team of Drew Garrett and Matt Weaver earned a 6-1, 7-5 victory. Foxboro’s Ryan Fossella and Evan Paluzzi took a point at first doubles with a 6-1, 6-2 verdict and sophomore Luca Meyer earned a 6-2, 6-2 win at third singles for the Warriors.

Taunton, 5 @ New Bedford, 0 – Final – Taunton went on the road and returned home from the Whaling City with five wins — all in straight sets — to sink host New Bedford. Mike Kimmer emerged from a competitive first singles match with a 6-4, 6-1 win, Martin Frankimet dropped just one game in a 6-0, 6-1 second singles win, and Heitor Sens rolled to a dominant 6-0, 6-0 win at third singles. In doubles action, Collin Lofgren and Derek Desseault teamed up and lost just one game in a 6-0, 6-1 victory at first doubles while the pairing of Kenny Dias and Rowan Kimmer dominated to the tune of a 6-2, 6-0 win at second doubles.

Sharon, 5 @ Attleboro, 0 – Final – In a battle of division leaders, Sharon repped the Davenport with a clean sweep by taking all five matches in straight sets. Sophomore Jacob Slavsky bounced back with a 6-2, 6-2 win at first singles, junior Matthew Lally prevailed 6-1, 6-2 at second singles, and sophomore Alex Budovalcev continued his impressive sophomore season with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 showing at third singles for the Eagles. Sophomores Sava Kassev and Joel Zwicker emerged from a tough test at first doubles with a 6-2, 7-5 win, and the team of senior Kevin Li and sophomore Sujun Zhao took a 6-2, 6-1 victory at second doubles.

Stoughton, 2 @ Milford, 3 – Final

Girls Tennis
Foxboro, 4 @ Canton, 1 – Final – Foxboro took a pair of wins from both singles and doubles actions to earn a 4-1 verdict over host Canton. Hailey Kornbluth (6-0, 6-1) and Makayla Peck (6-2, 6-4) each wins at first and second singles, respectively, while the teams of Emily Stow and Katelynn Dineen (7-5, 6-7 (5), 10-7), and Abby Grace and Arianna Urman (6-4, 6-3) swept doubles play for the Warriors. Canton’s Katherine Powers was victorious at third singles, taking a 6-1, 6-2 win.

Taunton, 4 vs. New Bedford, 1 – Final

Attleboro, 0 @ Sharon, 5 – Final – Sharon earned its 10th straight win to start the season, taking a clean sweep over visiting Attleboro. Sophomore Judy Song dropped just two games en route to a 6-1, 6-1 win at first singles, junior Navya Shukla added a 6-2, 6-1 win at second singles, and senior Abby Vilk completed the singles sweep with a 6-2, 4-0 (default) win at third singles. The team of sophomore Alina Hou and Olivia Landstein earned a 6-1, 6-1 win at first doubles for the Eagles, and the second doubles pairing of Grace Zhang and Emma Gershun prevailed 7-6 (5), 6-1.

Milford, 3 @ Stoughton, 2 – Final – Milford sophomore Mallory Brickley erased a one-set deficit to secure a win at third singles and clinch the win for the visiting Scarlet Hawks. Brickley dropped a tight first set but then won two in a row for a 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 win. Milford also got wins from the sophomore first doubles pairing of Ava Merrill and Lily Bogonis (6-2, 6-1) and the second doubles team of sophomores Audrey Brannigan and Paige Caldon (6-3, 7-5). Ally Lada earned a 5-7, 6-2, 6-0 comeback win at first singles and senior Nadia Prokopiuk rallied for a 2-6, 6-0, 6-3 win at second singles for the Black Knights.

Boys Outdoor Track
Foxboro, 53 @ Stoughton, 83 – Final

Girls Outdoor Track
Foxboro, 34 @ Stoughton, 85 – Final

Boys Volleyball
King Philip, 0 @ Medfield, 3 – Final
Milford, 3 vs. Minnechaug, 0 – Final

04/06/202304/07/2023

Thursday’s Schedule & Scoreboard – 04/06/23

Today’s games are listed below.

Baseball
Canton, 14 @ Norwell, 11 – Final – The Bulldogs scored in double digits for the third straight game to start the season and picked up their third win. Canton’s offense was on fire from the start, as the visitors scored five in the first and went into the bottom of the fifth leading 12-1. Norwell made it interesting with three in the fifth and then six runs in the sixth. The Clippers added a seventh run in the final inning but Canton had done enough to improve to 3-0. Owen Lane was 0-for-2 in the leadoff spot, but he drew three walks and scored three runs. Lane also pitched the first four innings and allowed just one earned run. Matt Chafin was 2-for-2 with a walk and four runs scored. Jack Digirolamo was 3-for-4 with a double and four RBI. Hayden Rose also drove in four runs, while Nick (two RBI) and Andrew Gillis (two runs) each had two hits. Digirolamo closed out the game, throwing the final 1-1/3 innings, striking out three and allowing one run.

Mansfield, 1 vs. Bishop Feehan, 9 – Final

Softball
Canton, 10 @ Rockland, 3 – Final – Shaelyn Murphy went the distance, striking out 13 batters to win her second game in as many days. Murphy also helped herself with two hits and two RBI. Olivia Mackwell powered the Canton offense with four hits and four RBI. Kailyn Durham had three hits and made a great defensive play in center. Jess Wright and Chloe Guerschuny added two hits apiece for the Bulldogs.

Boys Lacrosse
Attleboro, 5 @ Oliver Ames, 6 – Final – Oliver Ames overcame a two-goal deficit midway through the fourth quarter to pull out a win against visiting Attleboro. Ryan Jaco scored the game-winning goal with 30 seconds left to cap the comeback and complete a hat trick. Jason Zalis, Landon Grothe, Liam Dunlap and Lawrence Dear all played well on defense for the Tigers while Noah Isleib recorded 12 saves in net.

Canton, 5 @ Mansfield, 14 – Final – Click here for a photo gallery of this game – Mansfield junior Tommy Smith and freshman Nico Smith each scored four goals to lead the Hornets to a win over Davenport rival Canton. Both Tommy Smith and Nico Smith, along with Drew Sacco (two goals), scored early to give Mansfield a three-goal lead and the Hornets never relinquished that advantage. Cody Gordon added two goals an an assist, Andrew DeGirolamo had a goal and two assists, and Grady Sullivan had one goal and one assist. Senior Jeff Chaput and freshman Ethan Keleher each scored twice for Canton, AJ Thomas scored once, and Brendan Tourgee had three assists. Ryan DeGirolamo made 12 saves in net for Mansfield while Thomas Gormley had a strong game defensively. Canton’s Pat Drury had nine saves.

Foxboro, 18 @ Taunton, 1 – Final – Foxboro won for the second straight game to start the season. Michael McCabe had a goal and an assist in the win, while Michael DeBarros, Josiah Lewis, and Evan Vieira also found the back of the net for the Warriors, each recording their first varsity points. Freshman Cam Deleskey added two goals in the win.

North Attleboro, 8 @ King Philip, 11 – Final – King Philip raced out to a three-goal lead in the first quarter and stayed ahead of the visiting Rocketeers the rest of the way for an 11-8 win. Donovan DeVellis led the offensive charge for the hosts with a team-high seven points, scoring a hat trick and adding four assists for the Warriors, who held a 7-5 advantage at half. Hayden Schmitz also had a hat trick for KP and added two assists, Noah Minkwitz notched a pair of goals and a pair of helpers while Mason Thompson (two assists), Alex Viscusi, and Aiden McCarthy each scored once. Henry LeClair added an assist while senior goalie James Boldy had a strong game in net, turning away a handful of point blank chances from North.

Milford, 1 @ Sharon, 14 – Final

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Girls Lacrosse
Oliver Ames, 13 @ Attleboro, 11 – Final – The Tigers erased a six-goal halftime deficit to stun the Bombardiers on the road. Attleboro had a terrific first half as Addy Papagolos’ six draw controls led the Bombardiers to a 9-3 lead at the break. OA opened the second half with four straight goals to get back into it and used that momentum, outscoring the hots 6-1 down the stretch. Catie Wilson and Erin Cottam paced OA with four goals apiece while Leanna Hudson added three and Kayla Magit had two goals and four assists. Attleboro’s Bella Cavallini and Amelia Collins each had three goals, Molly Moore found the back of the net twice, and Papagolos, Makenah Stokes, and Gigi Sprovieri each had one. Jordan Mooney chipped in with a pair of assists for Attleboro.

Mansfield, 6 @ Canton, 13 – Final – Emily McCabe scored six times and dished out three assists to lead Canton to an important division win over Mansfield. McCabe scored the 100th goal of her career in the win. Ella Yeaton added a hat trick and Devan Spinale had two goals and two assists for the Bulldogs, who got eight saves from goalie Ashley Balunas. Canton led by two at halftime but turned it on in the second half with a 6-1 run. Mansfield got goals from Tessa Johnson, Lola Varricchione, Maeve Anastasia, Rose Maher (two assists), Ella Palanza, and Stella Moore. Caitlyn Zajac made 10 saves to keep the Hornets in it.

Taunton, 1 @ Foxboro, 19 – Final – Seven different players found the back of the net for the Warriors, who wrapped up a perfect 3-0 opening week of the season. Paige Curran sparked Foxboro’s attack with five goals an three assists and Cate Noone added four tallies and a pair of helpers. Mya Waryas had a hat trick and two assists, while Val Beigel, Mary Collins (three assists), and Grace Riley (two assists) each scored twice. Addie Riley added a goal for Foxboro. Audrey Campbell made three stops and Sofia Lucente had one save to get the win.

Franklin, 19 @ Stoughton, 1 – Final – Fifteen Panthers scored on Thursday, as the perennial Hock power took on the first-year program. Vera Hansen, Maeve Grasso, Norah MacCallum, Raena Crandall, Erin Peterson, Ella Griffin, Morgan Lovell, Abby O’Rourke, and Juliana Owen all scored their first career goals for the Panthers. Ella Mahoney and Maise Streeseman both played well in goal to secure the win.

King Philip, 17 @ North Attleboro, 3 – Final – King Philip secured its third win of the young season, this time with a big win over North Attleboro on the road. Makenzie McDevitt (two assists), Abby MacDonald (assist), and Nikki McDonald (assist) paced the offense with four goals apiece while Sammy Cloutier added a goal and three helpers. Sierra King had a great defensive effort for KP with three caused turnovers and three ground balls while Kelly Holmes had a strong game in the midfield, commanding the draw.

Sharon, 9 @ Milford, 16 – Final – Buoyed by a big start, Milford earned its first win of the season with a 16-9 decision against visiting Sharon. The Scarlet Hawks raced out to an 8-0 lead and never looked back. The Eagles did make a game of it by going on a 4-1 run to cut the deficit to 9-4 but a three-goal spurt from the hosts just before halftime restored the big lead. Sophomore TJ Downing had a team-high four goals to pace the offense, sophomore Yasmin Martinez added three goals, and sophomore Alexa Landry notched one goal and two assists. Seniors Jordan Douglas (three goals, two assists), Carly Haley (two goals, two assists), Emily Croteau (one goal, two assists), and Ava Lebel (one goal) all played well for Milford. Caitlyn Banger made five saves in the win, Erin Michelson chipped in with a goal and an assist and senior Cailyn Paccico chipped in with one assist. Milford’s Bailey Garte had a team-high four goals while Keira Lydeard finished with a hat trick and one assist.

Boys Tennis
King Philip, 0 @ Xaverian, 5 – Final

North Attleboro vs. Dartmouth – Postponed.

Sharon, 1 vs. Brookline, 4 – Final – Junior Alex Budovalcev was the lone winner for the Eagles, rally from a one-set deficit to win in a third-set super tiebreaker, 4-6, 6-4, 10-8.

Taunton, 5 vs. Durfee, 0 – Final – Taunton won all five matches in straight sets to take down visiting Durfee. Mike Kimmer had the closest match of the day, prevailing from a hard-fought first single match with a 6-4, 7-5 win. Martin Frankimet added a 6-3, 6-0 win at second singles and Heitor Sens completed the singles sweep with a 6-3, 6-3 decision. The team of Collin Lofgren and Derek Desseault only dropped two games, winning 6-0, 6-2 at first doubles while Kenny Dias paired with Rowan Kimmer to secure a 6-2, 6-4 win at second doubles.

Girls Tennis
Milford, 3 vs. Whitinsville Christian, 2 – Final – Milford swept both doubles matches and added one more win in singles action to break into the win column with a 3-2 decision over Whitinsville Christine. The team of Ava Merrill and Lily Bogonis secured the win for the Hawks, prevailing victorious in a three-set thriller at first doubles (6-3, 3-6, 6-2). Milford’s second doubles team of Audrey Brannigan and Paige Caldon earned a 6-1, 6-2 win while Kaylee Whitney earned a 6-3, 6-0 win at second singles.

North Attleboro @ Dartmouth – Postponed.

Taunton, 2 @ Durfee, 3 – Final

Boys Volleyball
King Philip vs. Bellingham, 4:45

Milford, 3 @ Lincoln-Sudbury, 2 – Final

Taunton, 3 vs. Quincy, 0 – Final – Taunton improved to 3-0 to start the season, landing a sweep over visiting Quincy (25-22, 25-18, 25-17). The Tigers’ two setters both continued to play well as Ty Ekstrom dished out eight assists and have four digs while Daniel Freitas had 14 assists and three digs. Matt Freitas and Antonios Dimakis each had five kills, Owen Kelley and Josh Duncan both had four kills, and Bradley Hylander continued to anchor the defense with nine digs and a strong serve receive.

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2022 Hockomock League Girls Lacrosse Preview

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