Gardner athletic director resigns. What we know | Exclusive

(This story has been updated with new information.) Gardner district athletic director Dan Forte has resigned unexpectedly from his position. Gardner High principal Michael Bartkus sent communication of Forte's resignation directly to families of Gardner students, which was then posted in a Gardner community Facebook group by a recipient of the email, but no further information on the situation was provided and the post has since been removed. Gardner superintendent Mark Pellegrino did not have any further statement when contacted via email by The Gardner News. Forte confirmed his resignation but did not provide any additional comments. Forte served as interim athletic director for Gardner for the 2017-18 winter and spring seasons before stepping into the role full-time for the following academic year. He began coaching the Gardner varsity boys soccer team in 2017 and has held that role since, bringing the team to back-to-back Final Four appearances in 2022 and 2023. Forte was also named the 2021 recipient of the Theodore "Ted" Damko Award by the MA Association of Athletic Directors, which is named for the late Leominster High athletic director. The award recognizes an athletic administrator for their contributions to their school and community within their first five

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Some Capital Region schools close, delay start due to snow

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A Section 2 Superbowl Rematch

Saratoga Springs, the reigning New York State Class AA football runner-up. Christian Brothers Academy (CBA), Section 2 Superbowl winner four out of the last five years. CBA, who lost to Saratoga Springs by one point in the Section 2 Superbowl last year. And Saratoga, who lost to CBA Syracuse in...

Saratoga, CBA football set to clash again for Section 2, Class AA crown

Five Section 2 championships are up for grabs on the gridiron over the next two days. There are some great matchups across all the classifications, but one really stands out.

Christian Brothers Academy hosts annual signing day as 19 athletes commit to colleges

Colonie, N.Y. (WRGB) — On Thursday afternoon, Christian Brothers Academy’s annual signing day brought a major milestone for dozens of student-athletes, as 19 seniors put pen to paper to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level. The Class of 2027 has been an impressive group so far,...

Mount Holly School ranks among top 8 in Vermont

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Players to watch, keys to game in the Colchester vs. Fair Haven D-II football title tilt

The end of the 2026 Vermont high school football season is nearly here. The championship tripleheader will kick off at 11 a.m. for the Division II final on Saturday, Nov. 14, at Burlington High School. Top-seeded Colchester will compete against No. 2 Fair Haven in a rematch of the 2025 championship . While last year Colchester and Fair Haven pulled off some upsets to reach the final day, in 2026 they have clearly been the two best teams in Division II. For more on the matchup, the teams and key players, plus a link to stream, read on below: No. 1 Colchester (9-1) vs. No. 2 Fair Haven (8-2) ▶ Game time: 11 a.m. ▶ How to watch online: NFHS network (subscription required) ▶ Teams regular-season meeting: Colchester won 26-7 in Week 6 . Watch Colchester vs Fair Haven in the 2026 D-II football championship What to know about the Colchester Lakers Colchester may be the defending Division II champion, but this team looks way different after graduating many of its skill-position players from last season. The lone holdover is senior wide receiver Hugh Seidner (37 catches, 569 yards), who leads Division II in receiving yards. Seidner has been quarterback

New School Building Update: Variety of Plans Released

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Walpole football pours it on Westfield, 48-18

On a warm, rainy night, the 5th seeded Walpole Timberwolves’ football team (6-2) soaked the 12th seeded Westfield Bombers (6-2) at John Turco Stadium on Friday November 6, 2026 by a final score of 48-18 in the first round of the division 4 playoffs. Senior captain Mason Falcone shredded...

La Salle holds singing day for 18 student athletes

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See all the Eastern Mass Girls Soccer Coaches Association awards

The Eastern Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer awards were announced on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Hingham High's Taylor Bello , who is committed to play at the University of Connecticut, was one of just three players to be named an All-American, All-New England, All-State and first team Eastern Mass. All-Star. Three of the five players of the year also hailed from the South Shore with Bello taking the title in Division 2. Cohasset's Georgia Royston (Div. 4) and Hull's Brianna Ramos (Div. 5). The Eastern Mass All-Star Game featuring all First Team Eastern Mass All-Stars will be held on Sunday, Nov. 22, at Braintree High School this year. Games will be played at 10 a.m. and noon. There will be a ceremony between games to honor All-Americans, All-New England players, All-State players, and Divisional MVPs. Coaches of the Year, Assistant Coaches of the Year, and Outstanding Service Award recipients will also be announced during the ceremony. See the full list of honorees below. All-American, All-New England, All-State, 1st Team Eastern Mass Taylor Bello, Hingham Sidney Heavey, Medfield Emmy O'Donnell, Concord-Carlisle All-New England, All-State, 1st Team Eastern Mass Haley Ament, Brookline Lily Blosser, Masconomet Regional Maggie Blosser, Masconomet Regional Regan Donovan, Duxbury

Whaler Legends: Seven New Names Enter the New Bedford High School Football Hall of Fame

NEW BEDFORD — Friends of New Bedford Whaler Athletics Inc. has announced the inductees for the 44th annual New Bedford High School Football Hall of Fame. This year’s class includes Dennis “Bubba” Gomes (class of 1980), Kory Medeiros (1993), James Currin (1997), Patrick Walsh Jr. (2004), Lance Burlingame (2011), Chandler Debrosse (2015), and Andrew Rapoza (2016).

Stonehill College honors 9/11 victim with field rededication

Stonehill College rededicated Timothy J. Coughlin ’80 Memorial Field at W.B. Mason Stadium on Oct. 31 before its football team faced Mercyhurst University. The ceremony honored Coughlin’s legacy as a Stonehill football student-athlete and alumnus, according to a community announcement. Coughlin died at age 42 in the Sept. 11, 2001, attack on the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Family, friends, classmates, former teammates and other members of the campus community gathered for the rededication and reflected on Coughlin’s determination, integrity and heart, according to the announcement. The ceremony also recalled his call to always “Play Hard.” 3 other Stonehill community members also honored The observance, marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, also honored three other members of the Stonehill community who died that day: James E. Hayden ’76, Timothy E. Reilly ’82 and Rev. Francis E. Grogan, C.S.C. This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on The Enterprise: Stonehill College honors 9/11 victim with field rededication

MA Mother Questions Emergency Response at Son’s Football Game

SAUGUS — On Sept. 25, Saugus Middle High School junior and starting quarterback Eli Fialho suffered a life-threatening injury; now, his mother, Christina Stanley, is questioning how the situation was handled. Eli was injured during a game, and according to his mother, medical personnel did not assess him immediately,...

Tensions flare at Rochester School Committee meeting

ROCHESTER — Shouting amongst attendees brought the Rochester School Committee to a temporary halt as conflict erupted over the Rochester Memorial School’s bathroom policy. Arguments broke out amongst the crowd as parent Luis Rivera finished his comments during public policy at the Thursday, Nov. 12 meeting. Since May...

Dad Accused Of Defecating In Hallway At Grosse Pointe South High School

A Bedford dad is accused of using a Grosse Pointe South hallway as a bathroom after the football loss. The video reportedly shows him passing several real restrooms.