BostonGlobe.com • 16th January 2025

Boys’ basketball notebook: Mystic Valley coach Tony Ferullo has defeated cancer twice on his way to 300 wins - The Boston Globe

The oldest player on that inaugural 2003-04 squad was a sophomore, and the starting point guard was in seventh grade. Before he applied for the job on a whim, Ferullo had never heard of the school.

Boston Hockey Blog • 14th January 2025

Late heroics power BU women’s hockey to 2-1 overtime win over Harvard in Beanpot semifinal – The Boston Hockey Blog

BOSTON — Sydney Healey couldn’t wipe the expression from her face — a combination of shock, relief and jubilation, all mixed into one huge smile. 
The junior forward had just scored the most consequential goal of her career with the Boston University women’s hockey team: a snipe with 55 seconds remaining in the Beanpot semifinal against Harvard to tie the game, 1-1, and force overtime. 
It was the moment that had eluded the Terriers all game. BU outplayed and outshot Harvard, but could not find...

BostonGlobe.com • 9th January 2025

Eastern Mass. boys’ basketball: Globe Players of the Week for Jan. 2-7 - The Boston Globe

Brody Bumila, Bishop Feehan — The junior paced the Shamrocks in an unbeaten week, scoring 17 points in Friday’s 77-46 romp over Bishop Stang and 24 points in an 80-48 rout of Nauset on Saturday.As the boys’ basketball season heads into the second week of 2025, see our updated Top 20 poll, and our latest Players of the Week.Cole Craffey, Oliver Ames — The senior guard averaged 20.5 points per game for the Tigers in wins over Foxborough (57-47) and King Philip (73-52). He’s back at Oliver Ames aft...

BostonGlobe.com • 2nd January 2025

Boys’ basketball notebook: At Brookline, Shawsheen, and Watertown, post players are showcasing their versatility - The Boston Globe

Now a senior at Brookline High, Shi has emerged with a skill set that combines the best of both worlds. At 6 feet, 10 inches, he’s once again the tallest player on the court most nights. He can post up and finish dunks, but he’s retained the skill and speed he learned in middle school.

BostonGlobe.com • 27th December 2024

‘Defense first, defense second, defense third’: Brookline’s game plan to defeat Brockton was simple - The Boston Globe

The game was knotted, 30-30, at the half, but Brookline outscored the Boxers, 25-2, in a dominant third quarter to take control. The difference, according to Brookline coach Johnny Williams, was defensive intensity.

BostonGlobe.com • 26th December 2024

Eastern Mass boys’ basketball: Globe players of the week for Dec. 19-23 - The Boston Globe

Krem Amparo, Latin Academy — After a monster 20-point, 21-rebound double-double in Thursday’s 64-42 win over Roxbury Prep, the sophomore center delivered 27 points and 15 boards in a 70-57 win over Wilmington on Monday.

BostonGlobe.com • 19th December 2024

When the prep schools came calling, Nate Reynolds said no. Now, the Bourne star is looking for a state title. - The Boston Globe

When prep school coaches came calling with interest over the summer, Reynolds politely declined their offers.

BostonGlobe.com • 14th December 2024

In his varsity debut, Itamar Fox was the closer No. 15 Cambridge boys’ basketball needed to hold off No. 8 BC High - The Boston Globe

“Hey kid,” Rodriguez told the 5-foot-7-inch Fox, who was playing in his first varsity game. “Be ready. Your time is coming.”

BostonGlobe.com • 11th December 2024

10 Eastern Mass. boys’ basketball players to watch this season - The Boston Globe

BostonGlobe.com • 4th December 2024

Outrushed? Outgained? Hudson makes the pivotal plays to deny Fairhaven in Division 6 Super Bowl - The Boston Globe

“I’m so proud of that kid,” he said, fighting back tears. “Everything he’s accomplished in his career with his brothers for the last 10, 12 years, from youth all the way up. That kid worked his butt off to get where he’s at.”

BostonGlobe.com • 3rd December 2024

Division 8 Preview: Randolph won a Super Bowl in 2021. Then it had to start from scratch to build another contender. - The Boston Globe

This was just one year after the Blue Devils won the Division 8 Super Bowl, but roster numbers were still thin. So the team welcomed in players such as Alin Norisca and Aiden Joseph, who were strong and athletic but lacked a background in football.

“Do you want to play football?” they’d ask. “You should come play football.”

Boston Hockey Blog • 30th November 2024

Never in doubt, BU men’s hockey takes 2024 Friendship Four with 4-3 thriller over Notre Dame – The Boston Hockey Blog

BELFAST, Northern Ireland — Perched on the bench after scoring a game-tying goal with five minutes remaining, Boston University men’s hockey co-captain Ryan Greene addressed his teammates with a declaration.

“Boys,” he said. “We’re not gonna let this go to overtime.”

Boston Hockey Blog • 29th November 2024

Now a Belfast Giant, former BU captain Bobo Carpenter has wisdom to share for this generation of Terriers – The Boston Hockey Blog

Bobo Carpenter admits it. He never imagined his career would lead him here.

BostonGlobe.com • 24th November 2024

‘It’s really cool to build a dynasty:’ Sutton girls’ soccer collects fourth-straight Division 4 title - The Boston Globe

With Saturday’s 2-0 win over second-seeded Hamilton-Wenham (18-0-4) in the Division 4 championship game at Curry College, No. 1 Sutton (21-2-0) captured its fourth consecutive state title. Senior forward Addy Jerome, who scored and added an assist, has been there for each.

For the Suzies, championships have become customary.

BostonGlobe.com • 23rd November 2024

A benchmark moment for Sam Ellinger and Cohasset boys’ soccer in Division 4 title game - The Boston Globe

Willis could not promise playing time, but Ellinger worked his way into the rotation the last two seasons. Now the midfielder has etched his name in program history.

Boston Hockey Blog • 16th November 2024

After late-game heroics, BU men’s hockey ties Maine 2-2 and wins shootout – The Boston Hockey Blog

Mathieu Caron couldn’t help himself. 

The senior goaltender skated out from his crease and turned to face Maine’s jam-packed student section, which had been going at him since the moment he emerged for warmups.

He raised a finger to his mask and shushed the crowd into silence.

Boston Hockey Blog • 14th November 2024

PREVIEW: BU men’s hockey readies for a weekend series at Maine, where an old rivalry is ready to be renewed – The Boston Hockey Blog

Jay Pandolfo got his first taste of Maine’s Alfond Arena as a 17-year-old rookie just months removed from his time at Burlington High School.

BostonGlobe.com • 14th November 2024

Nathan Askjaer provides beauty and Cian Casey supplies bulk as Cohasset boys’ soccer cruises into Division 4 semifinals - The Boston Globe

The senior scored two remarkable goals to lead the top-seeded Skippers to a 5-2 Division 4 quarterfinal win over No. 8 Northeast Metro Tech (15-1-4) on Thursday night.

BostonGlobe.com • 13th November 2024

Anthony Dilbert’s moment of redemption propels Boston International past TechBoston and into Division 5 semifinals - The Boston Globe

Dilbert got the ultimate redemption, scoring the overtime winner to lead the top-seeded Lions (16-2-3) to a 3-2 win over No. 9 TechBoston (8-6-3) Wednesday at Madison Park in the Division 5 quarterfinals.“I felt disappointed, but I knew we had enough time to change that,” Dilbert said. “Just keep trying and trying.”When Boston International midfielder Anthony Dilbert missed a penalty kick with his team trailing by a goal, the senior didn’t let his frustration drag down his play. Instead, he kick...

BostonGlobe.com • 11th November 2024

Feeling positive, Wellesley girls power to fourth straight Division 2 swim championship - The Boston Globe

It led to a dominant first-place finish. Wellesley captured the Division 2 crown for the fourth year in a row with 384 points, besting North Andover (225) and Belmont (200) at Boston University.So the Raiders kept things light, putting an extra emphasis on “good vibes” and “positive energy” in their practices leading up to Sunday’s MIAA Division 2 state meet.Even after cruising to a title at the South Sectional meet last Sunday, the Wellesley girls’ swim and dive team was frustrated with its per...

Boston Hockey Blog • 9th November 2024

BU men’s hockey snaps skid with 5-2 win over UMass Lowell – The Boston Hockey Blog

There are few must-win college hockey games in November. 

But for the Boston University men’s hockey team, Saturday’s matchup with UMass Lowell met the criteria.

Boston Hockey Blog • 8th November 2024

BU men’s hockey drops its third straight in 5-3 loss to UMass Lowell – The Boston Hockey Blog

The No. 17 River Hawks (6-1-0, 2-0-0 Hockey East) waltzed onto Comm. Ave. Friday night and stunned the home crowd with a 5-3 win, marking a third consecutive loss on home ice for the No. 9 Terriers (4-4-0, 1-1-0 HE).

Boston Hockey Blog • 8th November 2024

BU women’s hockey takes care of business in 5-1 road win over Merrimack – The Boston Hockey Blog

For Boston University women’s hockey teams of years past, a matchup like this would have had ‘trap game’ written all over it. 

But not for these Terriers, who have been up to the test in almost every game they’ve played this season.

Boston Hockey Blog • 8th November 2024

PREVIEW: BU women’s hockey with a chance to extend win streak to nine in home-and-home with Merrimack – The Boston Hockey Blog

Just over a month ago, the Boston University women’s hockey team began its head-turning start to the season with a 7-1 romp over Merrimack. 
It was a convincing win, but questions about the team’s makeup remained. Even after that season-opening statement, few could have predicted the position the Terriers are in now.
A seven-game win streak that could be nine by Friday night. A place in the USCHO poll. A solidified starting goaltender in Callie Shanahan. A young star in Lola Reid. A fully bought...