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Boston Globe
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Alyx Rossi out-does herself, tossing perfect game and blasting two homers to keep Bedford softball dancing
The knock paid dividends, as Rossi finished what she started, striking out 16 Duxbury hitters Wednesday to cement her second perfect game of the season. The Boston College-bound southpaw, who recently eclipsed 900 career strikeouts, fueled Bedford to a 10-0 second-round triumph in the Division 2 tournament at Helen Gfroerer Field. Rossi also blasted two solo home runs, helping the third-seeded Buccaneers (19-1) move within three wins of their first state title since 1990. Rossi, who transferred back to Bedford from Austin Prep as a junior, is grateful for one final ride with her sister, Annie, and childhood friends. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up 'We're all feeding off each other, celebrating each other, and picking each other up,' Rossi said. Advertisement Alyx Rossi poses with the game ball after pitching a perfect game to defeat Duxbury and adding two home runs. Trevor Hass It was a tough ending to a breakout season for the 19th-seeded Dragons (10-9), who will return the vast majority of their team next year after earning the program's first tournament victory since 2013 this spring. The Dragons made Rossi work, and flew around in the field, yet simply ran into a buzz saw earlier than they would have liked. 'It's difficult to put into words the work that they put in and the turnaround that they had at the speed and the pace that they had it,' said Duxbury coach Mike Barba. 'It's a great group of girls, off the field more importantly. I'm super proud of them. The sky's the limit going forward.' Advertisement But on this day, the Dragons had no answers for Rossi, who smacked the first pitch she saw over the right-field fence, then Becca Sobol extended the Buccaneers' margin to 3-0 through two innings. Kate Patterson provided a two-run double, Alice Cooprider and Mia Vitti ripped RBI singles, and Rossi added another homer for good measure. 'Yesterday, we ended practice a little early,' said Bedford coach Dennis Walsh. 'I said anyone who wants to stay, we'll do a little extra. She stayed for extra batting practice, and it paid off. I asked her if I could get a little bit of credit.' Rossi made it clear success belongs to the entire program, but it's clear the Buccaneers will continue to lean on her overpowering repertoire as they try to make history. Next up is a date with No. 6 Tewksbury on Sunday, in a rematch of last year's quarterfinal, won 2-0 by Bedford. The Buccaneers made the quarterfinals two years ago, the semifinals last year, and are determined to go the distance this spring. 'We set a goal at the start of the year,' Walsh said. 'Finals or bust.' Division 2 State Tewksbury 6, Reading 5 — With two outs and the tying runner on third base, Redmen pitcher Gabe Davis jammed the Rockets hitter into a pop-fly to center field as sixth-seeded Tewksbury (19-3) held on for a dramatic second-round win against No. 11 Reading (19-3). 'Keep cool, hit spots,' said Tewksbury coach Kirsten Dick, on the mentality against the final batter. 'If you miss your spots, we have a problem.' She praised Davis for staying cool, calm, and collected in a hectic final frame. 'Other pitchers could let that internalize and she doesn't let that get to her,' said Dick. Sydney Whalen drove in three runs (a two-run single and a sac fly), leading a balanced offensive attack in which four players recorded an RBI. For Dick, a first-year coach, the ride continues. 'It's been surreal,' she said. 'I didn't know what to expect coming in. I know that Tewksbury is a great program and has been for years.' Advertisement Globe correspondent Cam Kerry contributed to this report. Trevor Hass can be reached at
Boston Globe
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Sandwich unified track comes together to capture first Division 2 title; Natick completes three-peat
The Blue Knights lean on the 'This is my family,' Sandwich's Faith Foy said. Advertisement After finishing second last spring, Sandwich broke through with 86 points. Duxbury placed second with 71, and Braintree was third with 68. Unified sports are inclusive programs that bring together athletes with and without intellectual disabilities to promote inclusion, build friendships, and offer a fun and supportive environment for all participants, according to the MIAA. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Natick captured its 'It's a really special accomplishment for our team,' Natick coach Nick DiAntonio said. 'It means a lot to us. We've definitely set the bar high, and our kids are responding to it well.' Host Natick has won three straight state titles. Trevor Hass DiAntonio said it's a selective process. Close to 80 people applied to be partners this year, and the Redhawks also relied on nearly 80 volunteers from around the school to help the event run smoothly and efficiently. Advertisement They joked around and tossed footballs on the field in their downtime. Then, when it was time to race, the Redhawks left no doubt. 'It's a total team accomplishment,' DiAntonio said. 'We have an exceptional group of partners and athletes. I think what really sets our team apart is the bonds that we have.' Duxbury took second at Division 2 states after placing first at sectionals. Trevor Hass Bryan Polanco made his mark for Sandwich. After falling during his 100-meter dash, he got right back up and completed the 4x100. Avaya Mills excelled in many events and was particularly sharp in the 800. Partners Caitlyn Smith and Sophie Palmer said that when the Blue Knights fall, they help one another bounce back and celebrate even the smallest victories. 'Just don't give up and don't doubt yourself,' Sandwich energizer Noah DeOrsey said. Holyoke catalyst Yedxael 'Yeyo' Ruiz put on a show in the 100. Trevor Hass One of many other bright spots on the day was effervescent Holyoke 14-year-old Yedxael 'Yeyo' Ruiz, who sported a massive grin and showed off his green braces as he wheeled to the finish line in the 100. His teammates, coaches, and supporters chanted 'Ye-yo! Ye-yo! Ye-yo!' as he came off the track. When Ruiz got his moment in the sun, he didn't squander it. 'My name is Yeyo,' he said, still grinning with pride. 'I am from Holyoke, Massachusetts. I won.' Duxbury took second at Division 2 states after placing first at sectionals. Trevor Hass Trevor Hass can be reached at
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Massachusetts state championships schedule for spring sports
With April vacation in the rearview and Memorial Day around the corner, it's time to start thinking about the playoffs. The spring postseason often feels like summer, and there are more sports to track than ever. Now that the initial batch of power rankings are out, we are entering the stretch run. Here is when every sport starts its postseason and where the athletes will compete: Baseball Cut-off date: Monday, May 26 Advertisement Bracket release: Wednesday, May 28 Preliminary round: Friday, May 30 (can be played Thursday, May 29 if both athletic directors agree) Round of 32: Sunday, June 1 or Monday, June 2 Round of 16: Wednesday, June 4 or Thursday, June 5 Quarterfinals: Saturday June 7 or Sunday, June 8 Semifinals: Tuesday, June 10 or Wednesday, June 11 State finals: Friday, June 13 and Saturday June 14 Softball Cut-off date: Monday, May 26 Bracket release: Wednesday, May 28 The Hopedale Raiders celebrate in left field after defeating Millis, 5-1, in the Division 5 round of 16 game at Mellen Field in Hopedale, June 4, 2024. Tournament begins: Friday, May 30 (can be played Thursday, May 29 if both athletic directors agree) Finals: Friday, June 13 and Saturday June 14 Lacrosse Cut-off date: Monday, May 26 Advertisement Bracket release: Wednesday, May 28 Tournament begins: Friday, May 30 (can be played Thursday, May 29 if both athletic directors agree) State finals: June 13-15 Last year: Wellesley girls lacrosse can't catch up to Central Catholic in D1 state championship game Track & field Division 1: Thursday, May 29 and Saturday, May 31 at Tufts University, Somerville Division 2: Thursday, May 29 and Saturday, May 31 at Merrimack College, North Andover Division 3: Friday, May 30 and Sunday, June 1 at Westfield State University Division 4: Friday, May 30 and Sunday, June 1 at Merrimack College, North Andover Division 5: Thursday, May 29 and Saturday, May 31 at Westfield State University Advertisement Division 6: Friday, May 30 and Sunday, June 1 at Tufts University, Somerville Meet of Champions: Thursday, June 5 and Saturday, June 7 at Fitchburg State Tennis Cut-off date: Wednesday, May 21 Bracket release: Friday, May 23 Tournament begins: Tuesday, May 27 (games can be played as early as May 24 if both athletic directors agree) First singles Kaden Chen of Westborough holds up the Division 2 state tennis championship trophy after defeating Duxbury at MIT, Saturday, June 15, 2024. State finals: Saturday, June 14 and Sunday, June 15 Budding dynasty?: State-champion Wellesley girls tennis won state title without a senior Rugby Cut-off date: Saturday, May 24 Bracket Release: Tuesday, May 27 Tournament begins: Thursday, May 29 (can be played Wednesday, May 28 if both athletic directors agree) Advertisement State finals: Saturday, June 14 Boys volleyball Cut-off date: Friday, May 23 Bracket release: Tuesday, May 27 Tournament begins: Thursday, May 29 (can begin Wednesday, May 28 if both athletic directors agree) State finals: June 12-13 Girls golf Cut-off date: Thursday, May 22 Sectionals: Tuesday, May 27 and Wednesday, May 28 State finals: Monday, June 2 This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: MIAA spring sports state championship schedule for 2025
CBS News
25-05-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Oyster farmer couple builds one-of-a-kind sea farm on their Duxbury property
Sponsored by Marvin Part historic barn and living space, part oyster processing facility and boat garage, this project is truly one-of-a-kind. We head to Duxbury to learn how one couple turned their dream business into their dream home.
Boston Globe
01-05-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Globe Top 20 boys' lacrosse poll: Billerica jumps into Top 5, two teams debut
Medfield delivered a 15-2 statement win over Hingham to open the Coaches Cup, Duxbury handed Walpole it's first loss during the Players Cup, and Mansfield jumps into the Top 10 after winning the Chowda Cup for the first time. Related : Dual County League contenders Concord-Carlisle and Westford continue to rise and Bishop Feehan debuts after Advertisement Records based on scores reported to the Globe. The Globe's Top 20 boys' lacrosse poll The Globe poll as of May 1, 2025. Teams were selected by the Globe sports staff. No. Team Record Previous 1. St. John's Prep 10-1-0 1 2. BC High 9-1-0 2 3. Lincoln-Sudbury 8-2-0 3 4. Billerica 10-1-0 6 5. Acton-Boxborough 8-3-0 5 6. Medfield 10-1-0 7 7. Hingham 10-1-0 9 8. Walpole 9-2-0 4 9. Mansfield 11-0-0 14 10. Duxbury 8-4-0 11 11. Winchester 7-3-0 8 12. Concord-Carlisle 8-1-0 19 13. Reading 7-2-0 10 14. Westford 8-2-0 17 15. Marshfield 7-3-0 12 16. Andover 6-2-0 16 17. Bishop Feehan 10-2-0 – 18. Franklin 7-1-0 13 19. Scituate 8-3-0 18 20. Newburyport 8-1-0 – Nate Weitzer can be reached at
