Massachusetts high school sports saw some thrilling upsets and record-breaking performances this week. The excitement kicked off with a shocking volleyball match where the 16th-seeded Newton South girls' volleyball team defeated the top-seeded Chelmsford team. This victory was a major upset, as Chelmsford had been undefeated all season. Newton South pulled off this w...
Many celebrities had odd jobs before they became famous. Some of these jobs were quite unusual. For example, Jonathan Bailey, who is known for his acting, used to work in a honey factory. He had to check the temperature of lemon curd early in the morning. This job made him realize that he did not want to work with lemon curd anymore. Instead, he decided to pursue act...
In the small town of Willmar, Minnesota, a high school soccer team has become a haven for young players facing tough challenges. These players, hailing from diverse backgrounds, find solace and unity on the field, away from the harsh realities of immigration debates and societal pressures. The team's junior varsity coach, a Guatemalan immigrant, had to step down due...
In the world of germs, some are more famous for causing trouble than others. One such troublemaker is Streptococcus pyogenes, better known as Group A Strep. It's usually known for causing sore throats and skin infections. But in rare cases, it can cause serious lung infections. A 52-year-old woman found this out the hard way. She went to the emergency room with a ba...
Virginia's men's soccer team pulled off a thrilling 1-0 win against SMU, securing the 2025 ACC regular-season championship. The game was tense, with both teams struggling to create many clear-cut chances. The Cavaliers dominated possession but found it tough to break through SMU's defense. In the first half, the action was limited, with only a few shots on goal. Sam...
Laura Harvey, the head coach of the Seattle Reign in the National Women's Soccer League, recently shared that she turned to ChatGPT for some fresh ideas on soccer tactics. She was curious about what the AI could offer, so she asked it questions like, "What is Seattle Reign's identity? " and "What formation should you play to beat NWSL teams? " The AI even suggested u...
Dixon's boys cross country team made a strong start in their quest for a state title. They won the Sterling regional with a solid team effort, scoring 41 points. This put them 20 points ahead of Aurora Central Catholic, who came in second. Sterling, unfortunately, finished eighth with 218 points. Individual performances were impressive for Dixon. Averick Wiseman cam...
John Fitzgerald, a well-respected figure in Long Island's soccer scene, has recently been honored with the Mike Berticelli Excellence in Coaching Education Award. This recognition comes from his peers within the United Soccer Coaches organization, highlighting his significant contributions to the sport. Fitzgerald, who leads the American Soccer Club's (ASC) Fighting...
Britta Denny, a freshman from Rockport, made her mark in a big way for the University of Maine's soccer team. She scored the first game-winning goal at their new field, a beautiful strike that sealed a 2-0 victory over UMBC. It was her first collegiate goal, and she made it look easy, tapping in a perfect pass from Emma Nicholson. Denny's journey to this moment hasn...
Tuesday is packed with sports action, from college fields to pro courts and international pitches. Early birds can catch the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup games starting at 8:45 a. m. on FS2. North Korea takes on Cameroon, followed by the U. S. versus China, and later, the Netherlands faces Mexico. All matches are in Sale, Morocco. College sports fans have a couple of...