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  • Saturday’s high school roundup: Dracut/Tyngsboro draws even with Bedford

    The Dracut/Tyngsboro hockey team found itself in a dogfight with Bedford Saturday at Tsongas Center, scoring late to secure a 2-all tie.

    Charlie Wilkie potted a pair of goals for D/T, pulling the team even late in the third period. Neither team was able to find the back of the net in the extra session, with D/T’s record going to 13-1-2 with the draw.

    Bedford is now 4-9-2.

    Lowell 8, Cambridge 2: Juniors Will Buckley and Kyle Novo each had two goals as Lowell defeated league rival Cambridge on Senior Day.

    Senior Shane Peters, juniors Danny Gleason and Tyler Patenaude (two assists) and sophomore Brodie Anderson (two assists) each added single goals. Seniors Jeremy Dion and Matteo Gentile, junior Jack Hugo, sophomore Brendan McDonough and Connor Stevens and freshman Brennan Abrams each had single assists and senior Grady Lowell played well in net to earn the win for the Red Raiders.

    Girls basketball

    Hudson 49, Littleton 42: Trailing 32-21 at halftime, Littleton tried to rally but came up short in the Mid-Wach battle.

    Littleton’s Annabelle Couette led all scorers with 20 points.

    Boys basketball

    Cambridge 61, WA 57: On Senior Night, Westford Academy suffered a tough double overtime loss to a strong Cambridge team.

    For the Ghosts (7-9, 4-4 DCL), senior captain Teddy Hirbour had another monster game with 21 points, 15 rebounds, five assists and two steals. Sophomore Sam Bramanti was immense with 16 points, seven rebounds, four steals and two blocks. Senior Liam Arnold had six points and played terrific defense, taking two charges.

    NM 74, Dracut 60: During a non-league clash, North Middlesex received a memorable 36-point outing from Colin Taylor to down the Middies.

    G-D 44, Oakmont 42: Patrick Twomey drained two clutch free throws to break a tie and lift Groton-Dunstable to the exciting Mid-Wach victory in Groton.

    Vinnie Sinatra scored a game-high 18 points for the Crusaders.

    Burlington 71, Wilmington 40: The Wildcats couldn’t slow down powerful Burlington (14-2) and they had no answer for Matt Gray, who delivered a double-double with 30 points, 13 rebounds and five steals.

    Hudson 74, Littleton 54: The Tigers fell to Anthony Moura, who canned 18 points, and Hudson during a Mid-Wach clash.

    ST 60, Whittier Tech 55: Shawsheen Tech received a tremendous offensive and defensive performance from Nate Smith to capturing the CAC victory.

    Smith collected 23 points on the offensive end and ruled defensively with nine steals for the Rams (7-9).

    Wrestling

    Tigers roar: Tewksbury had a strong showing at the Division 3 state dual tournament, going 2-1 and falling to eventual champion Holliston in the semifinals.

    On the day, Tewksbury topped Southwick (53-18) and Franklin Tech (60-21) before falling to Holliston, 43-36.

    Going 3-0 on the day for Tewksbury were Nick Desisto (126 pounds), Jack Lightfoot (132), Sean Callahan (144), Evan Brothers (150) and Jack Leone (190). Winning twice were Josh Kazibwe (106), Joel Torres (120) and Ryan Callahan (138).

    Dracut/Tyngsboro forward Jake Haubner (10) pushes through Bedford defenders on a scoring chance during the first period of Saturday’s game in Lowell. (James Thomas for the Lowell Sun)

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  • Saturday’s high school roundup: Littleton boys hockey stars reach 100-point mark

    It was a milestone day for the Littleton High boys hockey program Saturday.

    Senior forwards Gavin Werling and Conor Glew each reached the 100-point career milestone during a 9-0 victory over visiting Gardner at the Groton School’s rink.

    Werling posted a goal and two assists, while Glew netted two goals and added an assist for Littleton (11-1, 6-0 Mid-Wach C).

    Blake Hannon recorded a hat trick to pace the high-powered offense. Ryan Pittorino and Justin Lefebvre added a goal each. In net, Jack Proulx made 15 saves to earn the shutout.

    Wrestling

    Gryphons sweep: Greater Lowell went 3-0, sweeping Malden Catholic (60-6), Weston (52-12) and Chicopee (53-12).

    Picking up three wins for the Gryphons (18-7) were Gavin Espinola, Kordae Bun, Antoine Jackman, Juan Mandujano, Alex Paasewe, Nehemiah Nieves, Connor Geoffroy, Baraka Karanja and Kevin Tully. Grabbing a pair of wins were Landyn Lane, John Evangelista and Jadiel Covarribias.

    Wildcats shine: Wilmington battled Saugus/Peabody, Fenwick/Northeast and Canton in a quad meet. Sophomore Gabriel Andrade earned his first varsity victory, pinning his Fenwick/Northeast opponent in the first period.

    Senior captain Mason Kwiatkowski continued to set the tone with his toughness and leadership, battling through a season-long injury to post a 2–1 record. At heavyweight, senior JP Jon Panatta opened his day in impressive fashion, securing a 20–5 technical fall victory.

    Rams romp: Shawsheen Tech traveled to Beverly and dominated a quad meet against Lynnfield/North Reading (60-9), Beverly (55-16) and Belmont (64-8).

    Multiple winners for defending All-State champion Shawsheen were Kyle Dube, Ethan Caceres, Dante Giusti, Hadi Sibay, Aiden Pimintal, Quinn Carbone, Tristan Lane, Dominic DiCenso, Logan Holmes and Jaron Molgard.

    Littleton’s Gavin Werling moves the puck up the ice during a boys hockey game Saturday in Groton. Werling scored his 100th career point in a 9-0 win over Gardner. (James Thomas for the Lowell Sun)

    Redmen go 2-1: Led by Nicky Desisto, who continues to impress from his return from injury by recording three first-period pins to remain unbeaten on the season, Tewksbury shined at a quad meet at Newton South.

    The Redmen defeated Plymouth North (52-24) and Newton South (48-32), and fell to Melrose (42-30).

    Going undefeated on the day were Desisto at 126, Jack Lightfoot at 132, Ryan Callahan at 138, Sean Callahan at 144 and Jack Leone at 190. Recording two wins were Evan Brothers at 150, Carlo Desisto at 157 and Louis Silva at 285.

    Track

    Indians excel: The Billerica boys and girls teams competed at the Coaches Invitational at Reggie Lewis.

    The highlight for Billerica was Kylie Donahue’s performance in the two mile. She won in a fantastic time of 10:46, which broke Anna McElhinney’s previous record of 10:51. Before McElhinney broke it, the previous record was from 1979. Hartlie Siegal placing fifth in 11:11.

    Freshman Evie Wesling placed second overall in the 600 out of the second heat with a huge personal best time of 1:36.59. That’s one of the fastest times in the state this year.

    Caitlyn Donahue took fourth in the mile in 5:08.9. Eighth-grader Maya Niles was seventh overall out of the second heat, leading from wire to wire and running a time of 5:13.5, which is second nationally for eighth-graders.

    Shane Leslie was second in the mile in 4:20.2, the seventh fastest in the state this year. He came back later to run the 4×800 with teammates Sahil Gandhi, Rylen Canney and Jackson Gearin. The boys placed third, running 8:11 for the third-best mark in school history.

    Girls hockey

    Central 2, Cambridge 0: Backboned by Sidney Foster, who posted a 30-save shutout, Central Catholic recorded the win.

    Scoring goals were Molly Boyden and Natalia Cryier for the Raiders (5-5-2, 4-3-2 league). Julia O’Neil dished out two assists, while Angela Cardillo had one assist.

    Westford wins: Host Westford Academy skated to a 3-2 victory over Wayland/Weston/NS during a DCL matchup at the Nashoba Valley Olympia.

    Girls basketball

    Merrimack Valley 49, Pelham 42: The host Pythons threw a scare into undefeated Merrimack Valley before dropping the NHIAA Div. 2 contest.

    Merrimack Valley led at the half 24-12. The Pythons cut the lead to four in the waning moments, but came up short. Grace Riley and Jessie Phillips each netted a game-high 10 points. Phillips also dominated the boards and played outstanding defense. Ava Milley added nine points and was stellar on defense as usual.

    Chelmsford 51, Lawrence 49: Spearheaded by freshman guard Brooke Dulong, the Lions claimed a thrilling MVC victory.

    Dulong pocketed a team-high 25 points. Junior forward Anna Bierwirth chipped in eight points, while senior guard Reese Hughes added seven points.

    Littleton 48, Lunenburg 31: The Tigers scored 35 points in the middle two quarters to pull away from Lunenburg and post the Mid-Wach win.

    Annabelle Couette poured in a game-high 18 points for Littleton, which received 12 points from Sara Kerrigan and nine points from Caroline DeChane.

    Boys basketball

    Weston 66, WA 60: Westford Academy rallied several times in the DCL thriller, but ran out of gas in overtime.

    Senior Captain Teddy Hirbour was immense with 19 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists. Senior Liam Arnold pitched in 16 points and six rebounds. Senior Captain Jack Bussey claimed 13 points and four steals. Sophomore Sam Bramanti chipped in seven points, five rebounds, five assists and two blocks for WA (3-9, 1-3 league).

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  • High school roundup: Billerica/Chelmsford girls hockey team tops Mansfield

    The Billerica/Chelmsford girls hockey team continued its strong start to the 2025-26 season on Sunday.

    Hosting Mansfield at the Chelmsford Forum, Billerica/Chelmsford skated to an impressive 5-2 victory to improve to 3-1-2.

    Kara Gambale and eighth-grader Noelle Bussey each potted two goals, Peyton Fitzgerald dished out three assists and Aly Roark (goal, assist) scored the other goal. Picking up two assists each were Lauren Sullivan and Mia Amato.

    Boys hockey

    Billerica 5, L-S 1: Timmy Murphy scored a shorthanded goal and added two assists Saturday to power the Indians past Lincoln-Sudbury.

    Sam Parrella tallied the game-winning goal and notched an assist. It was his first varsity goal. Jacob Greene also pocketed his first goal and John Taft added a goal. Liam Gagne recorded the win in goal, stopping 20 of 21 shots.

    Shawsheen 6, Auburn 2: Justin Thibert, who notched his 100th career point Tuesday against Billerica, continued his torrid scoring Saturday by netting a hat trick and adding an assist for the winning Rams.

    It was Thibert’s second hat trick of the season. Josh Baker netted a goal and assist, while Charlie Shannon and Justin Harrington also scored for ST. Dishing out two assists were Kyle MacKeen, Dylan Minasian and Jacoby Patterson. Goalie Dylan Mainini recorded 15 saves.

    G-D 4, Nashoba Tech 2: Jonas Carpenter, Drew McKennon, Mac Kahwati and Rob Flynn each pocketed a goal and added an assist Saturday to fuel Groton-Dunstable to the victory.

    Nashoba Tech led 2-1 after one period before the Crusaders rallied. Kahwati scored on the power play. Also picking up an assist was Jared Cappella. Cam Columbus made 16 saves for Groton-Dunstable. The Crusaders put 50 shots on goal.

    Alvirne/Milford 11, Brady 2: Brandon Ganas recorded a hat trick Saturday to power an NHIAA win over Bishop Brady at Skate 3 in Tyngsboro.

    Mason Tomkins tallied two goals and added an assist. Brandon Callahan pocketed a goal and had two assists. Also dishing out two assists were Nate Ricci and Evan Pargas.

    Wrestling

    Two Pythons place: Pelham competed in the Bruce Rich Invitational at Chelmsford High and placed two wrestlers on the podium Saturday.

    Junior Victor Zanonni went 3-1 at 285 to take home the second-place medal. Junior Ben Maslanek (165) grabbed took fourth after going 5-1. Maslanek’s second win of the day gave him 100 wins for his career. Junior Drew Nicolosi went 2-2.

    Ghosts excel: Competing in the Bruce Rich Invitational in Chelmsford, Westford Academy had two placewinners Saturday. Owen Millet finished fourth place at 106, while heavweight Alex Luhrs earned sixth place.

    Redmen shine: Tewksbury placed ninth Saturday in the 22-team field at the Bruce Rich Invitational, placing five wrestlers.

    Sean Callahan (144) finished second after falling 3-1 in the final. Jack Lightfoot (132) captured third with an 8-4 decision and his tournament run included his 100th career win.

    “It’s really remarkable for Jack to hit this milestone in the manner in which he has. Because of our star-studded lineup early in his career, Jack did not wrestle varsity as a freshman,” head coach Steve Kasprzak said.

    Also starring were Jack Leone at 190 (third), Ryan Callahan at 138 (fifth) and Angelo Desisto at 150 (sixth).

    Boys basketball

    Tyngsboro 41, G-D 24: Led by TJ Bradford, who scored a team-high 13 points, the Tigers on Saturday defeated Groton-Dunstable.

    Also shining offensively for Tyngsboro were Jack Isenberger with 10 points and George Bell with eight points. Outstanding defense was played by Nico Faretra, and strong rebounding was provided by Jacob McAndrew and Garid Flood.

    Groton-Dunstable received nine points from Riley Henehan.

    Girls basketball

    Wachusett 58, WA 31: Westford Academy fell on the road during a non-league clash against the perennial Central Mass. power in Holden.

    Sophomore guard Grace Trahan led the Ghosts (4-2) with 11 points, while senior forward Kaitlyn Pepin added eight points.

    Billerica 49, Quincy 47: The Indians continue to play tough defense and had just enough offense to hold off visiting Quincy in a non-league thriller.

    Tyngsboro 53, G-D 42: Alanna Anderson drained four 3-pointers and finished with a team-high 16 points to lift the Tigers past Groton-Dunstable on Saturday.

    Maddie Marino added 14 points, while Katie O’Keefe had a huge game for Tyngsboro with 10 points, seven assists and nine rebounds. For Groton-Dunstable, Mackenzie Pauley recorded a game-high 17 points.

    Girls gymnastics

    Andover/NR 135.75, Lowell 104.9: Lowell was unable to upset undefeated Andover/North Reading (5-0) during a MVC meet at Reading Gymnastics Academy.

    Lowell received a fine performance from Grace Sanborn. She placed second on vault with a score of 8.6, took third on bars with a 8.45 and was third in the all-around with a 31.8.

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  • Arrest log

    The following arrests were made recently by local police departments. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Massachusetts’ privacy law prevents police from releasing information involving domestic and sexual violence arrests with the goal to protect the alleged victims.

    BEDFORD

    • Paul Gioiosa, 48, Bedford; warrants.

    BILLERICA

    • Jesse Rawson, 29, 12 Belva Road, Billerica; possession of Class B drug.

    • Flith Derival, 35, 158 Concord Road, Billerica; unlicensed operation of motor vehicle.

    • Abudala Luhembo, 36, 2 Hampshire Road, Reading; assault and battery, possession of Class B drug.

    • Megan Whittier, 53, 10 Roosevelt Road, Billerica; no inspection/sticker, operation of motor vehicle with suspended/revoked license.

    LOWELL

    • Priscilla Silva De Carvalho, 34, 11 Summit Ave., Third Floor, Lawrence; warrant (failure to appear for unlicensed operation of motor vehicle).

    • Melissa Rodriguez, 33, 48 Dublin St., Lowell; operating motor vehicle after license suspension.

    • Chivonne Williams, 44, 27 Jackson St., Apt. 312, Lowell; warrant (failure to appear for possession of Class C drug), possession of Class B drug.

    • Philip Haley, 66, 481 Bridge St., Lowell; possession of Class B drug.

    • Patricia Boisvert, 27, 18 Auburn St., Lowell; warrant (failure to appear for receiving stolen motor vehicle).

    • Dennis Foster, 46, homeless; warrant (shoplifting by asportation), possession of Class B drug.

    • Mounthy Vongxay, 35, homeless; warrants (failure to appear for assault and battery, breaking and entering building at nighttime, and larceny under $1,200).

    • Danny Santos, 36, 111 Fort Hill Ave., Lowell; warrants (failure to appear for two counts trespassing, and unlicensed operation of motor vehicle).

    • Rafael Deleon, 58, 58 Oak St., Lowell; warrant (malicious damage to motor vehicle).

    • Matthew Simard, 34, 701 Methuen St., Dracut; possession of Class B drug with intent to distribute, manufacturing/dispensing Class B drug.

    NASHUA, N.H.

    • Matthew Paul Story Jr., 20, 171 Hartt Ave., Manchester, N.H.; criminal trespass.

    • Christiana Braccio, 23, 16 Country Club Drive, Apt. 1, Manchester, N.H.; two counts of theft by unauthorized taking ($0-$1,000).

    • Thomas Abreu, 33, 69B Chandler St., Nashua; simple assault.

    • Calvin Degreenia, 39, 10 Courtland St., Nashua; warrant.

    • Gidean Andrade, 23, 871 Middlesex St., Apt. 7, Lowell; operation of motor vehicle without valid license.

    • Bernard Leard, 83, 12 Tumblebrook Lane, Nashua; failure to procure dog license.

    • Nicole Long, 35, 14 Cross St., Apt. 2, Nashua; operation of motor vehicle without valid license, driving motor vehicle without giving proof, driving motor vehicle after license revocation/suspension.

    • Marques Stanford, 37, no fixed address; operation of motor vehicle without valid license, driving motor vehicle after license revocation/suspension.

    • Sarah Felch, 43, no fixed address; warrant.

    • Eliezer Rosario-Medina, 26, no fixed address; criminal trespass.

    • David Perez, 37, no fixed address; nonappearance in court.

    • Daniel Frost, 30, 3 Dolan St., Apt. 2, Nashua; criminal mischief.

    • Jennifer Elaine Bowen, 52, 199 Manchester St., Manchester, N.H.; nonappearances in court.

    • Nicholas Deveau, 28, 11 Wildwood Road, Tewksbury; disorderly conduct.

    WESTFORD

    • Ismael Paulino Mendoza, 23, Groton Road, Chelmsford; operation of motor vehicle with suspended license, marked lanes violation.

    WILMINGTON

    • Morgan Lynch, 31, 4 Lockwood Road, Wilmington; unlicensed operation of motor vehicle.

    • Magno Moreira, 38, 345 Sutton St., North Andover; operation of motor vehicle with suspended license, speeding.

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  • Local roundup: Wilmington swimmer Sara Reppucci signs with University of Minnesota

    A future Golden Gopher enjoyed a golden moment Wednesday.

    Wilmington High senior Sara Reppucci signed a National Letter of Intent to swim at the University of Minnesota.

    Surrounded by family and friends, Reppucci made her commitment official during an afternoon ceremony at Wilmington High.

    She received interest from dozens of colleges before narrowing her choices to Minnesota and the University of Wyoming.

    Reppucci developed her talents through Crimson Aquatics. She has swum in meets across the country, competing against the nation’s best in Florida, Wisconsin, New York and Virginia.

    She swam last month in Westmont, Ill., in the World Aquatics World Cup. Reppucci is also an excellent student and is receiving an athletic and academic scholarship from the University of Minnesota.

    Soccer stars

    The Revolution Academy’s Under-18s, Under-16s, Under-15s, Under-14s, and Under-13s all resumed MLS NEXT action last weekend.

    The U-15s defeated the Philadelphia Union, 2-1, on Saturday. Philadelphia came out on the front foot with a goal in the fifth minute, but New England quickly responded with the equalizer in the 22nd minute. Moments later, Shirley resident Arthur Bernardino netted the game winner.

    The U-13s were defeated by Beachside in a 4-3 loss on Saturday, but Westford’s Michael Miller continues to find the back of the net. He scored another goal and leads the team in scoring.

    College basketball

    UMass Lowell stormed out to a 36-31 halftime lead, but the second half was another story during a non-conference men’s game at Columbia in New York, N.Y.

    Columbia rebounded to top the River Hawks, 86-72, despite four double-digit performances from Austin Green (19 points), Shawn Simmons II (14 points), Xavier Spencer (12 points) and Dracut’s Darrel Yepdo (10 points).

    The River Hawks were coming off a 73-67 home to loss to New Haven. They will continue their road trip Sunday at ACC member Wake Forest. Tip off is at 2 p.m.

    College cross country

    Just two weeks ago, UMass Lowell competed in the 2025 America East Championship at Hopkinton State Fairgrounds in Hopkinton, N.H.

    The River Hawks found much success on the men’s side, claiming their sixth conference title in a row, before sophomore Georgia Brooks (Groton) led the women to a fifth-place finish with her fifth-place individual performance.

    Both teams will now return to Hopkinton State Fairgrounds for the NCAA Northeast Regional on Friday, looking to see how they stack up against some of the top competition in the region.

    The women will kick it off with their 6k race at 11 a.m., while the men will follow with the 10k at 12 p.m. The men rank eighth in the region.

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  • The Five Minute Read

    Winter market

    TEWKSBURY — Tewksbury Community Market’s first winter market of the season is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Tewksbury Senior Center, 175 Chandler St. Monthly winter markets will also take place on Dec. 18, Jan. 8 and Feb. 12. Each monthly market features 25 to 30 vendors selling food and other products.

    Vendors include many of the same businesses featured during the summer markets such as the food trucks of Polish Prince Pierogi, The Stand: Lemonade, Seafood Express, Empanada Dada and the Whoo(pie) Wagon. Vendors include Blisspoint Meadery, Farmer Palmer garlic products, Tewksbury Honey, Black Sheep Craft Ice Cream, Bittersweet Herb Farm and others, as well as handcrafted goods, artisan soaps, jewelry, books clothing and more. The community groups of English at Large and the Tewksbury Public Library will be tabling at the event.

    For information, contact Community/Economic Development Planner Alex Lowder at 978-640-4370, ext. 248 or alowder@tewksbury-ma.gov or Community Outreach Librarian Robert Hayes at 978-640-4490 ext. 205 or rhayes@tewksburypl.org or visit tewksburymarket.com.

    Sharps and medication disposal day

    LOWELL — The city Health Department is sponsoring an unwanted medication and sharps disposal day on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Senior Center, located at 276 Broadway St. Prescription and over-the-counter medications are accepted, as are inhalers, EpiPens, nasal sprays, lancets and Narcan. All pill medications must be in plastic bags — no bottles — and sharps must be in a puncture-proof container. Residential disposal only, no commercial disposal. For information, call 978-674-4304 or visit lowellma.gov.

    Call the Lowell Health Department for any discarded needles found in parks, fields or other public areas. To have those syringes removed, call 978-674-1049. On nights and weekends, call the nonemergency police phone line at 978-937-3200.

    Mark your calendar: ‘Forebears Service’

    WESTFORD — The public is invited to a “Forebears Service” at the First Parish Church United of Westford, on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 10:30 a.m., 48 Main St., to celebrate the church’s 300th anniversary. The service will closely replicate the one from its founding in 1725. The church has been an integral historical part of Westford, as a meetinghouse and settled minister were necessary to establish the town in 1729.

    The church has invited a descendant of the first minister, the Rev. Willard Hall, and Paul Revere’s “son,” who attended Westford Academy. They will share their family stories of Westford in the turbulent 1700s, when loyalty to the Tories or Patriots was being challenged. Historical items from the church vault, including Hall’s detailed Record Book, and other archival artifacts will be available for the public to view after the service and discussion. Refreshments will be provided.

    For more information, call 978-692-8350 or visit firstparishwestford.org.

    Save the date: City of Lights

    LOWELL — The City of Lights returns to Downtown Lowell on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The parade steps off at 4:30 p.m. at Jackson Street and ends at City Hall on Merrimack Street where Santa Claus will throw the switch to light City Hall.

    Participants can enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities throughout the downtown area, including a hot chocolate contest, a holiday movie, a magic show, holiday card crafting, storefront decorating contest, seasonal story time, a wreath festival and many other events and activities.

    For a schedule of events, visit lowellcityoflights.org. For information, call 978-674-4260 or email case@lowellma.gov.

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  • Saturday’s high school roundup: Jake Haubner, Tyngsboro net another boys soccer win

    The Tigers only scored once. But it was enough to keep the unbeaten Tyngsboro High boys soccer team on a roll Saturday afternoon. Tyngsboro blanked Tahanto, 1-0, during a Mid-Wach battle. Jake Haubner pocketed the goal for the Tigers (5-0-2), while Trevor Nogles made three saves to record the shutout. Andrew Fahey shined on on defense […]

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  • Arrest log

    The following arrests were made recently by local police departments. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Massachusetts’ privacy law prevents police from releasing information involving domestic and sexual violence arrests with the goal to protect the alleged victims.

    LOWELL

    • Sanina Sang, 21, 9 Kimball Ave., Lowell; warrant (motor vehicle charges).

    • Sameer Abdu, 22, 353 Stevens St., First Floor, Lowell; disorderly conduct.

    • Neftaly Nunez De La Cruz, 37, 37 Bodwell St., Lawrence; fugitive from justice, warrant (failure to appear for jury duty).

    • Jennifer Toupin, 51, 1 Danforce Road, Apt. 21, Nashua, N.H.; warrant (failure to appear for fraud), courtesy booking (U.S. Park Police).

    • Winner Mandeni, 22, 190 First St., Apt. A, Lowell; indecent assault and battery on person 14 years or older.

    • Morselle Simmons, 20, 3 Ardell St., Lowell; assault and battery with dangerous weapon causing severe bodily injury (knife).

    • Dennis Foster, 46, homeless; possession of Class E drug, possession of Class B drug with intent to distribute, possession of Class A drug with intent to distribute.

    • Kinh Do, 49, 176B Kinsley St., Nashua, N.H.; warrants (motor vehicle charges, suspended license).

    • Roland Rodriguez Jr., 34, 256 Market St., No. 115, Lowell; warrant (operation of motor vehicle with suspended license).

    • Carmen Ortiz, 36, 34 Hurd St., Lowell; warrant (failure to appear for assault and battery on disabled/person over 60).

    • Jahiem Smith, 18, 43 Exeter St., Lowell; warrant (failure to stop for police).

    • Amanda Bellan, 29, homeless; warrant (destruction of property).

    • Kenthynia Saintil, 19, 125 Dover St., Lowell; operating motor vehicle without license.

    • Tanisha Gray, 39, 186 Market St., Apt. 5, Lowell; public drinking.

    • Thubalethu Mnyama, 41, 10 Cottage Ave., Nashua, N.H.; public drinking.

    • Franklyn Liranzo, 46, 15 Chippewa St., Third Floor, Lowell; wanton destruction of property.

    • Andrews Lanzarin, 42, no fixed address; trespassing.

    • Jason Kasilowski, 49, homeless; trespassing.

    • Michael Carroll, 50, 201 Middlesex St., Lowell; unlawful camping on public property, violation of bylaws/ordinances (knife).

    • Jason Ribeiro, 36, 9 Fort Hill Ave., Third Floor, Lowell; receive/buy/possess/conceal stolen motor vehicle.

    • Danny Santos, 36, 4 Hill Ave., Lowell; warrant (failure to appear for use of motor vehicle without authority).

    • Roeun Peov, 69, 43 Summer St., Apt. 219, Lowell; public drinking.

    • Jason Ferrer, 44, 25 Common Ave., Lowell; public drinking.

    • Alana Guarini, 21, homeless; assault with dangerous weapon (frying pan), warrants (larceny of motor vehicle, failure to appear for operating motor vehicle under influence).

    • Miguel Rivera, 34, 158 Concord Road, Billerica; operating motor vehicle after license suspension.

    • Catherine Doyle, 49, homeless; warrant (failure to appear for trespassing).

    • James Bowman, 64, homeless; warrants (failure to appear for two counts of larceny under $1,200, shoplifting by asportation, breaking and entering vehicle at nighttime).

    WESTFORD

    • Freddie Serrano, 58, King Street, Littleton; carrying dangerous weapon, two bicycle violations (false name, wrong side of roadway).

    WILMINGTON

    • Michael Adam Holden, 36, 2111 Avalon Drive, Wilmington; uninsured motor vehicle, unregistered motor vehicle.

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  • The Sun’s 2025 high school football preview

    It would be nearly impossible for this upcoming football season to match last fall. Shawsheen Tech went 13-0 and won the Division 5 Super Bowl. Pelham saw its 47-game win streak end, but advanced to the New Hampshire Division 2 title game. The good news is there’s plenty of top returning talent, including returning Sun […]

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  • The Sun’s 2025 high school swimming preview

    Of the eight swimmers chosen (six females, two males) for last year’s Lowell Sun All-Star team, seven return for this fall season, including swimmer of the year Mackenzie Gibbons of the Academy of Notre Dame and Chelmsford’s Lily Dunlea, who was named The Sun’s Diver of the Year for the second straight year.

    Gibbons holds seven school records, won two events at the MVC Championship Meet, Division 2 sectionals and the Division 1 state meet, where she was crowned the 100-meter backstroke and 100 butterfly champ.

    Other all-stars returning are Chelmsford’s trio of Nora Williamson, Mai Pho and Anna Florence, and on the boys side, Billerica’s Peter Hong and Tewksbury’s Alan Dang.

    Academy of Notre Dame/Dracut/Tyngsboro

    League: MVC

    Last season: 1-7

    Captain: Mackenzie Gibbons, sr., free/fly/back

    Other returning letterwinners:  Aura Da Silva, sr., back/fly; Dwayne Wangari, jr., back; Chris Ngigi, so., free; Alaina Foss, so., free/IM; An Tran, so., free; Lara Zyla, so., free/breast; Ian Diaz, so., free/back; Viha Rane, so., fly/free; Emma MacLeod, 8th, free; Olivier Perrier, 8th.

    Promising newcomers: Thomas Baldwin, jr.; Julian Gornisiewicz, fr.; Perla Gomez, so.; Wesley Rylas, so.; Sebastian Nova, 6th; Jordana Farrow, 7th.

    Coach Nicole Musher (3rd season): “We are excited to have our two-time state champion, Mackenzie Gibbons, back for what I’m sure will be a great season. We are also welcoming new members from Tyngsboro High School. This year, we are focused on growth for our newer swimmers, as well as integrating our co-op teams, Dracut and Tyngsboro, for future success. Although our team is still fairly young, we are optimistic, and excited, to see what this year brings.”

    Academy of Notre Academy swimmer Mackenzie Gibbons is looking for a big season in the pool this fall. (Courtesy photo

    Billerica

    League: MVC

    Last season: 2-6

    Captains: Allison Gargalianos, sr., diving; Yuwal Kumar, sr., breast/free; Sophie Barriault, sr., free/IM; Peter Hong, jr., breast/fly

    Other returning letterwinners: Kiera Harvey, jr., fly; Kaelyn Kerr, so., back; Andy Gerasimov, sr., free; Sammi White, jr., back; Ishaan Dadhirao, jr., free; Ryann Kobrenski, fr., diving; Elizabeth Agpar, so., back; Arjun Mahajan, sr., back; Hailey Romanik, fr., free/breast; Emily Manganiello, fr., back; Pedro Da Silva, sr., breast.

    Promising newcomers: Arvin Khemraj, 8th, free/fly; Sasha Kirik, 8th, IM; Aarusg Srinivasan, fr., free.

    Coach Brooke O’Connor (1st season): “With the majority of the strong swimmers returning, we continue to get faster on the swim side, especially with a couple of experienced eighth-graders to add to the events.”

    One of the captains of the Billerica swim team is junior Peter Hong. He's a returning Sun All-Star. (Courtesy photo)
    One of the captains of the Billerica swim team is junior Peter Hong. He’s a returning Sun All-Star. (Courtesy photo)

    Chelmsford

    League: MVC

    Last season: 5-6

    Captains: Lily Dunlea, sr., diving/free; Mai Pho, sr., back/IM; Vaanya Sangwan, sr., fly.

    Other returning letterwinners: Maya Barry, jr., free; Anna Florence, jr., free; Maddie Gregory, so., free; Olivia Karacek, so., back/free; Giana McLatchy, so., diving; Julia Perez, jr., breast/IM; Nora Williamson, jr., free.

    Promising newcomers: Nora Criscione, fr., free/IM; Vivienne Kam, fr., back/free; Isabella LeDuc, jr., fly/back; Delaney Varnum, fr., breast/free.

    Coach Harriet Kinnett (30th year, 292 wins): “The swimmers and divers have been working hard at practice. Our talented upperclassmen are ready to step up and fill the roles of our graduated seniors. We should be competitive in the Merrimack (Valley) Conference.”

    Lowell

    League: MVC

    Last season: 0-8

    Returning letterwinners: Madeline Akashian, so., breast; Natalie Dang, sr., free; Ami Ginsberg, jr., IM/back; Ella Heng, sr., free/back; Johnattan Khat, sr., breast/diving; Lily Kin, jr., free; Ethan Koeuth, so., free/breast; Jevistar Loeum, so., free; Jaiden Long, jr., free; David Morais, jr., free/fly;  Victor Nguyen, so., IM/breast; Nam Phan, sr., free; Daffeny Porseng, jr., free; Kelly Souza, sr., IM;  Olivia You, sr., free.

    Promising newcomers: Lucille Berni, so., free; Aliyah Burgos, so., free; Julianne Fox, fr., IM/free; Nathan Kim, so., free/back; Alissa Kim, fr., free; Quoc Le Thoueithaisong, sr., free; Sovanreach Ly, so., free; Joseph Maniscalco, so., free/back; Jennifer Nguyen, fr., free; Violet Zapata, fr., free.

    Coach Jennifer McGlauflin (16th season): “We’re excited to build on the strong team culture that’s earned us the conference Sportsmanship Award the past two years. This season our focus is on continuing that tradition while also raising our competitiveness by pushing for best times, stronger finishes and being more competitive in dual meets. With our mix of experienced returners and new athletes, we’re looking forward to steady growth and a season we can be proud of.”

    Captaining the Lowell High swim team this season are, from left, Kelly Souza, Jaiden Long and Olivia You. (Courtesy photo)
    Captaining the Lowell High swim team this season are, from left, Kelly Souza, Jaiden Long and Olivia You. (Courtesy photo)

    Tewksbury/Methuen

    League: MVC

    Last season: 7-2

    Returning letterwinners: Hope Anderson, sr., free; Elijah Putnam, sr., free; Ethan Corthell, jr., back/free; Sophia Cabral, so., free; Case DeLano, so., IM/breast; Alan Dang, sr., fly/breast; Joanna Green, sr., fly/back; Madisyn Greenwood, jr., free; Avitel Gaidukova, so., breast.

    Promising newcomers: Soufiane Bridaa, fr.; Camdyn Rae DeLano, fr.; Jesse Torres, fr.; Ella Corthell, 8th; Mason Borushik, so.; Joseph Todd, so.; Kyle Chiu, fr.; Dylan Dang, fr.; Gabe Pinheiro, fr.; Evathia Kazanis, 8th.

    Coach Jason Smith (23rd season): “We graduated a very strong class, so our young team will have some big spots to fill. However, we have had a great first week of practice, and hopefully that hard work will pay off and we will be ready to compete starting with our first meet against Chelmsford.”

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  • Wednesday’s local roundup/scores: Westford Academy, Billerica net volleyball victories

    Wednesday’s local roundup/scores: Westford Academy, Billerica net volleyball victories

    Powered by Sophie Krauss and Isla Hummer, Westford Academy notched an impressive Dual County League girls volleyball victory over Waltham.

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  • Week 3 high school football: Resurgent Dracut excited to host Nashoba Tech

    Week 3 high school football: Resurgent Dracut excited to host Nashoba Tech

    A matchup between undefeated Nashoba Tech (2-0) and a resurgent Dracut team highlights Friday’s high school football slate.

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  • Tuesday’s high school roundup: Greater Lowell Tech girls net win over Lowell Catholic

    Tuesday’s high school roundup: Greater Lowell Tech girls net win over Lowell Catholic

    Val Villa and Paityn Lemay collected a goal and assist apiece to power the Greater Lowell Tech girls soccer team to a 7-2 CAC win over Lowell Catholic.

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  • Cosmetology students help DCF families

    Cosmetology students help DCF families

    Cosmetology students at Nashoba Valley Technical High School hosted professionals from the Massachusetts Department of Children & Families and other agencies to educate foster families and children with textured hair on how to care for their curls. The students did braids, coils and twists for kids of all ages while the foster families learned more about how to care for textured hair and practiced techniques on mannequins. Nashoba Tech students include, front row, from left, Genelle Guttromson (freshman, Groton), Destanee Soba (freshman, Ayer) and Isabella Soto (freshman, Ayer); and, back row, from left, Yazeli Cerone (senior, Pepperell), Mia Notini (senior, Chelmsford), Mylianis Vasquez (sophomore, Chelmsford), Juan Ruvalcaba (sophomore, Pepperell) and Makenna Farrell (junior, Chelmsford). (COURTESY NASHOBA TECH)

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  • High school girls lacrosse preview: Area teams optimistic about reaching their goals this spring

    High school girls lacrosse preview: Area teams optimistic about reaching their goals this spring

    Last year 10 of the 15 area girls lacrosse teams qualified for the Massachusetts state tournament, but no team got past the Round of 16. Six Sun All-Stars return and will try to help their teams advance further in state tournament play –  Westford’s Kassidy Carmichael (311 career points) and Evie Weber, Billerica’s Sara MacLeod […]

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  • Westford’s Bo MacCormack commits to play football at Syracuse University

    Westford’s Bo MacCormack commits to play football at Syracuse University

    After putting up monster numbers on the gridiron at Buckingham, Browne & Nichols this past fall, Bo MacCormack is looking ahead to the next stage of his football career.

    The Westford resident and BB&N junior has committed to play at Division 1 Syracuse University.

    A 5-foot-11, 200-pound junior running back, MacCormack was one of the top area high school prospects after rushing for 1,765 yards and scoring 31 touchdowns. He’s thrilled to be joining the Orange in 2025.

    “It feels awesome to be honest,” said MacCormack, 18. “I’m really happy with my decision knowing where I’m going. I think the coaching staff is awesome and it’s a great place. I’m really excited.”

    MacCormack fielded plenty of attractive offers from a number of high-profile schools, including Rutgers, Wisconsin, Costal Carolina, UConn and Boston College. But at the end of the day he opted to run with the Orange. He’s excited to work with offensive coordinator/running backs coach Jeff Nixon and incoming head coach Fran Brown.

    “They’re the two best coaches in the country,” said MacCormack. “I think they have something special going on down there. I just really want to be a part of that. I feel like I can fit into that system really well.”

    He got to tour the campus last week.

    “I loved it,” said MacCormack. “I’ve been talking to them for a while since the new coaching staff came in. I obviously loved everything I heard. Going up there just made it even better seeing it in person. Everything about it was awesome.”

    MacCormack has been a man on a mission over the past year, elevating his game in a big way. He helped lead BB&N to a 7-2 record his junior year, saving his best for last in a memorable 63-43 win over Tabor Academy to clinch the NEPSAC Bowl.

    The three-year letterwinner was an unstoppable force, rushing for 430 yards on 41 carries and  scoring eight touchdowns. The converted QB also threw a halfback pass for a ninth TD strike, in addition to making an interception and leading his team in tackles.

    “Those are freaky video game-like stats, like when kids play Madden,” said BB&N coach Mike Willey. “That’s one of those things that happens.”

    “We just wanted to send the seniors out on a good note because they’ve done so much for the program,” said MacCormack. “I had that feeling that whole day, the fire just never went out. I never got tired and kept going. Our offensive line played amazing and coach Willey dialed up some great plays. It made my job a lot easier having them play next to me.”

    MacCormack rushed for 1,765 yards on 238 carries, averaging 7.5 yards this season. He capped the year with 2,200 all-purpose yards, including a pair of kickoff returns en route to his 31 TD’s.

    “Bo is the best high school player I’ve seen,” said Willey, a coach at BB&N since 2008. “I’ve been coaching for a long time and he’s the best. Not only is he very talented, but the attitude he brings every day, his work ethic and his leadership, he really is the complete football player. His teammates love him. He’s a team-first guy and the real deal.”

    Since arriving at BB&N’s Cambridge campus, the running back quickly drew plenty of attention in his development.

    “College coaches have been interested in him since he first got here,” said Willey. “There’s a obviously a lot of history that BB&N has. There have been some pretty good players here that have gone on to pretty good careers in college. Coaches take notice of that.”

    The longtime coach feels Syracuse is a great destination for the blue chip prospect.

    “I think it’s a good fit,” said Willey. “They were on him early and wanted him to be part of their program. It’s a smart move.”

    Growing up in Westford, MacCormack first picked up the pigskin at age 7, and quickly accelerated in the sport playing in the local Pop Warner system.

    “I had played quarterback my whole life until seventh grade,” said MacCormack. “But I’d always run the ball. I just loved the sport since I was a kid. It’s what my life has revolved around ever since.”

    A freshman at Westford Academy, MacCormack transferred to Buckingham, Browne & Nichols the following year, repeating his freshman season. He attributes those early years with laying a solid foundation to build off of.

    “Playing in Westford, having those coaches that helped in Pop Warner, and even my freshman year at Westford Academy helped get me to the spot I’m in now,” said MacCormack. “I’m just super grateful to all the people in the Westford and the BB&N community for all they’ve done. I can’t thank them enough.”

    Buckingham, Browne & Nichols running back Bo MacCormack scored 31 touchdowns and rushed for more than 1,700 yards as a junior. The Westford native has committed to play for Syracuse. (Photo by Paul Connors/Media News Group/Boston Herald)

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  • The Sun’s Girls Hockey All-Star Team

    The Sun’s Girls Hockey All-Star Team

    Player of the Year

    Lily MacKenzie

    Wilmington/Stoneham

    A natural goal scorer, MacKenzie finished the season with 34 goals and eight assists, giving her career totals of 86 goals and 36 assists for 122 points. That point total puts her first among Wilmington players and second all-time in the history of the co-op program, which also draws players from Stoneham and North Reading. She scored 34 of the team’s 58 goals this season. A two-time Sun All-Star, MacKenzie helped lead the team to three straight state tournament berths, including an 11-9-1 mark this season. She is also a member of the WHS softball team.

    Lily MacKenzie

    Giovanna Gulinello

    Billerica/Chelmsford

    A Billerica junior, Gulinello led the co-op team in scoring with 14 goals and 16 assists, giving her 68 career points. She was named the team’s MVP and to the MVC/DCL Division 1 All-Conference team. Gulinello helped Billerica/Chelmsford qualify for the state tournament, losing in the first round in a 1-0 double-overtime thriller to Belmont. Gulinello is also a member of the Billerica soccer and lacrosse programs.

    Giovanna Gulinello
    Giovanna Gulinello

    Kat Schille

    Tewksbury/Methuen

    Also a two-time Sun All-Star in field hockey, Schille helped lead the Red Rangers to a 15-5-2 overall record, including a first-round state tournament win over Wellesley. A talented goal scorer, she finished the season with 13 goals, nine assists and 22 points and finished her career with 30 goals, 16 assists and 46 points. Named the MVP of the team, Schille is also among the top of her class academically and the senior has listed UMass as her top choice for college.

    Kat Schille
    Kat Schille

    Lyla Chapman

    Tewksbury/Methuen

    Just a freshman, Chapman has made a big impact on the ice hockey and soccer teams. This winter, the puck-moving defenseman helped lead the Red Rangers to a 15-win season, including advancing to the second round of the state tournament. She was a big part of the team’s power play and was always on the ice for penalty kills. She finished the season with one goal and 14 assists, which comes after her debut season as an eighth-grader when she had three goals and four assists, giving her 22 points in two years.

    Lyla Chapman
    Lyla Chapman

    Kailey Hannon

    Westford Academy/Littleton

    A two-time Sun All-Star, Hannon finished the season with 13 goals and nine assists, helping the co-op team upset Winthrop in the first round of the state tournament before losing to Malden Catholic. Last year she finished with 22 goals and 10 assists. A team captain, a two-year MVC/DCL All-Conference selection and a three-time league all-star, Hannon is also a member of the Littleton High field hockey and lacrosse teams. Academically, she is on the Principal’s List, is a High Honor Roll student and a member of the National Society of High School Scholars.

    Kailey Hannon
    Kailey Hannon

    Maddie Sainato

    Wilmington/Stoneham

    A two-time Sun All-Star and only area goalie to make this year’s team, Sainato was instrumental in leading the co-op team to an 11-9-1 overall record and three straight state tournament appearances. She posted two shutouts on the season and gave up two goals or less in 10 games, including terrific performances against Woburn, Reading and Arlington. Sainato, who comes from five generations of athletes at WHS, has also spent time playing softball, lacrosse and softball.

    Second team

    Billerica/Chelmsford: Kara Gambale, fr., forward. Shawsheen/Bedford: Violet Lorusso, fr., forward; Rebecca Sobol, fr., forward. Tewksbury/Methuen: Sammy Ryan, fr., forward; Lydia Barnes, fr., goalie; Emma Ryan, sr., defense; Emma Giordano, sr., forward. Westford Academy/Littleton: Kiera Tucker, soph., goalie; Lauren Alonardo, sr., defense. Wilmington/Stoneham: Paige Fuller, sr., forward; Ashley Mercier, sr., defense.

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  • High school state tournament pairings for basketball and hockey announced

    High school state tournament pairings for basketball and hockey announced

    LOWELL — Buckle in high school sports fans. It’s state tournament time in Massachusetts.

    The MIAA released tournament pairings for boys and girls basketball, and boys and girls hockey on Saturday.

    A total of 39 area teams – 21 basketball teams and 18 hockey squads – will begin their pursuits for state championships next week.

    Locally, one team earned a No. 1 seed, the Tewksbury boys hockey team. Led by veteran coach Derek Doherty, the Redmen are the top seed in Division 2.

    Two teams are seeded second – the Tyngsboro girls basketball team in Division 4, and the Shawsheen Tech boys hockey team in Division 3.

    Boys hockey

    Division 1: In the 33-team field, set to get going is No. 9 Westford Academy and No. 20 Central Catholic.

    Both teams drew preliminary round byes and will open in the round of 32. Westford (14-3-1) will host No. 24 Braintree (8-11-1) on Thursday (7:10 p.m.) at Skate 3 in Tyngsboro.

    Central (7-13-2) will play at No. 13 Saint John’s (10-8-2) on Wednesday (6 p.m.) at the New England Sports Center in Marlboro.

    St. John’s Prep (17-3) is the top seed.

    Division 2: There figures to be plenty of local interest in this 33-team field as Tewksbury, Billerica and Lowell Catholic all qualified.

    All will open play in the round of 32.

    Leading the pack is No. 1 Tewksbury (17-3), which is looking to atone for last season’s early exit. The Redmen have 100-point scorers in Matt Cooke and Jeremy Insogna. They will host the winner of No. 32 Agawam (11-8) and No. 33 Minnechaug (11-9) on Thursday (7:10 p.m.) at the Breakaway Ice Center in Tewksbury.

    No. 6 Billerica (9-7-2) will host No. 27 Westfield (11-11) on Wednesday (7 p.m.) at the Hallenborg Pavillion in Billerica. No. 29 Lowell Catholic (9-8-3) has a tough challenge at No. 4 Woburn (12-5-1) on Wednesday (7:15 p.m.) at O’Brien Ice Rink in Woburn.

    Division 3: Four local squads – Shawsheen Tech, North Middlesex, Dracut/Tyngsboro and Nashoba Tech – are in the 40-team field.

    No. 39 Nashoba Tech (12-8-1) will play a prelim at No. 26 Middleboro (13-7), the details to be announced. Shawsheen, North Middlesex and Dracut/Tyngsboro drew preliminary round byes into the round of 32.

    No. 2 Shawsheen (19-1-0) will host the winner of No. 34 Somerville (10-8-2) and No. 31 Hopedale (5-13-2) on Thursday (7 p.m.) at the Hallenborg Pavillion in Billerica. No. 18 North Middlesex (11-9) will visit No. 15 Blackstone Valley (17-3-0) on Wednesday (7:30 p.m.) at the Ice Plex in Hopedale. No. 22 Dracut/Tyngsboro (13-5-2) will play at No. 11 Methuen (15-3-2) on Wednesday (7 p.m.) at Methuen High.

    Nauset Regional (18-1-1) grabbed the top seed.

    Division 4: Making the 32-team field were Wilmington, Lunenburg/Ayer Shirley, Littleton/Bromfield and Groton-Dunstable. All advance to the round of 32.

    No. 7 Wilmington (6-12-2) will host No. 26 Fitchburg (11-9) on Wednesday (7:15 p.m.) at the Breakaway Ice Center in Tewksbury. No. 14 Lunenburg/Ayer Shirley (15-4-1) will host No. 19 Littleton/Bromfield (11-9-0) on Wednesday (6:30 p.m.) at the Wallace Civic Center in Fitchburg.

    No. 30 Groton-Dunstable (1-18-1) will try to pull a major upset at No. 3 Norwell (15-5-1) on Wednesday (7:20 p.m.) at The Bog in Kingston.

    Winthrop (15-3-2) is the team to beat.

    Girls hockey

    Division 1: Four of the 32 teams in the field hail from the area – Methuen/Tewksbury, Billerica/Chelmsford, Westford Academy and Shawsheen Tech/Bedford. All advance to the round of 32 action.

    No. 6 Methuen/Tewksbury (14-4-2) will host No. 27 Wellesley (8-9-3) on Wednesday (5 p.m.) at Methuen High. No. 19 Billerica/Chelmsford (6-9-5) will visit No. 14 Belmont (13-2-3) on Thursday, time to be announced, at John Ryan Rink in Watertown.

    No. 20 Westford (7-10-3) will play at No. 13 Winthrop (13-3-2) on Tuesday (6:10 p.m.) at Larsen Rink in Winthrop. No. 28 Shawsheen/Bedford (13-6-0) will travel to No. 5 Hingham (16-5-1) on Wednesday (6 p.m.) at Pilgrim Arena in Hingham.

    The top seed is Notre Dame of Hingham (14-4-2).

    Division 2: The lone local representative in the 32-team field is No. 20 Stoneham/Wilmington (11-8-1), which will play at No. 13 Sandwich (10-10-2) on Wednesday (5:30 p.m.) at Gallo Arena in Bourne.

    Boys basketball

    Division 1: Not surprisingly, the powerful Merrimack Valley Conference is represented by four teams in the top 10 in the 42-team bracket.

    No. 7 Central Catholic, No. 8 Andover, No. 9 Lowell and No. 10 Lawrence have all had outstanding seasons.

    Lowell (14-6) will play the winner of No. 41 Beverly (10-10) and No. 24 Durfee (13-7) in a round of 32 game, the details to be announced.

    Lowell’s Tzar Powell-Aparicio makes an aggressive move to the basket against Lawrence’s Francisco Santanna. Lowell was a 68-54 winner in the regular-season game. (James Thomas photo)

    Undefeated North (19-0) is the No. 1 seed.

    Division 2: There are no local squads in the 41-team bracket, but there is interest in No. 12 Burlington (14-6) and No. 14 Bedford (16-3). The favorite in the field is No. 1 Malden Catholic (11-9).

    Division 3: In a 40-team field, the team to beat is Boston City League champion Charlestown (18-2), the top seed.

    Among those in the bracket are local teams Shawsheen Tech and Lowell Catholic. No. 26 Lowell Catholic (9-11) will host a preliminary round game against No. 39 Monty Tech (15-5), details to be announced. No. 12 Shawsheen (14-6) and big man Matt Breen will play at No. 14 Watertown (13-7), details to be announced.

    Division 4: Making the 48-team field were Tyngsboro, Littleton and Ayer Shirley. Playing preliminary round games are Littleton and Ayer Shirley.

    No. 31 Littleton (10-10) will host No. 34 Roxbury Prep Charter (14-5), details to be announced. No. 35 Ayer Shirley (16-4) will play at No. 30 Uxbridge (12-8), details to be announced. Advancing to the round of 32 is No. 12 Tyngsboro (12-8).

    The Tigers will host the winner of No. 44 Bromfield (11-7) and No. 21 Greenfield (14-6), details to be announced.

    The top seed is Wareham (18-3)

    Division 5: Representing the area in the 46-team field are Innovation Academy of Tyngsboro and Collegiate Charter of Lowell (8-8).

    Both will play preliminary round games. No. 25 Innovation (14-6) and 1,000-point scorer Derrick Twum will host No. 40 North Brookfield (13-5), details to be announced. No. 38 Collegiate Charter (8-8) will play at No. 27 Salem Academy (11-9), details to be announced.

    Hoosac Valley (18-2) is the No. 1 seed.

    Girls basketball

    Division 1: Two local squads are in the talented 39-team field, Central Catholic and Chelmsford.

    Both will open in the round of 32. No. 6 Central (16-4) will host the winner of No. 38 Malden (13-7) and No. 27 King Philip (9-11), details to be announced. No. 18 Chelmsford (12-8) will play at No. 15 Braintree (10-10), details to be announced.

    The top seed is undefeated Bishop Feehan (20-0).

    Division 2: Billerica and Tewksbury of the MVC qualified for the 38-team field. No. 35 Tewksbury (10-10) will play a prelim at No. 30 Westwood (6-14), details to be announced. No. 8 Billerica (18-2) will host a round of 32 game against No. 25 Middleboro (11-9), details to be announced.

    Billerica's Maggie Jones drives the ball past Andover's Kiera Lenihan during MVC girls basketball action. Billerica won the regular-season game 44-42. (James Thomas photo)
    Billerica’s Maggie Jones drives the ball past Andover’s Kiera Lenihan during MVC girls basketball action. Billerica won the regular-season game 44-42. (James Thomas photo)

    Medfield (18-2) earned the top seed.

    Division 3: Qualifying for the 40-team field were Wilmington and Lowell Catholic. No. 39 Lowell Catholic (11-9) will play at No. 26 Hudson (12-8), details to be announced. In a round of 32 game, No. 17 Wilmington (10-10) will visit No. 16 Fontbonne (12-8), details to be announced.

    Powerful Foxboro (19-2) is the No. 1 seed.

    Division 4: Making the 49-team bracket were Tyngsboro, Littleton, Ayer Shirley and Nashoba Tech.

    No. 27 Ayer Shirley (10-10) will host a prelim against No. 38 Blackstone-Millsville (10-10), details to be announced. No. 42 Nashoba Tech (9-9) will play a prelim at No. 23 Mashpee (8-11), details to be announced.

    In round of 32 games, No. 2 Tyngsboro (19-1) will host the winner of No. 34 Mystic Valley (14-6) and No. 31 Leicester (10-10), while No. 5 Littleton (15-5) will entertain the winner of No. 37 Bromfield (9-9) and No. 28 New Heights (9-3), details to be announced.

    Cathedral (14-5) is the team to beat.

    Division 5: The lone local squad in the 45-team field is No. 39 Collegiate Charter of Lowell (9-8), which will play a prelim at No. 26 Holbrook (13-7), details to be announced.

     

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