As the 2025 high school football season kicks off, anticipation is rising across Western Massachusetts. To set the stage, MassLive has put together its preseason Top 20 rankings, spotlighting the programs poised to make the biggest impact this fall. Each week throughout the season, the...
The high school football preseason is exciting for a handful of reasons.Rising upperclassmen start to see the progress they made during the summer and coaches draw up new plays to maximize the talent on their roster. Some teams can string together a few good practices,...
Last year Newton North was a true Cinderella, taking home the state title as the No. 31 seed in the Division I boys soccer tournament.They were far from the only Bay State team to make some noise in the postseason however. If you purchase a...
Xaverian played Central High School at Central High School in Springfield on 09/27/2024.Kalina KornackiEach fall, MassLive highlights 14 players who are expected to define the Western Massachusetts football season on both sides of the ball. Below, we break down the seven defensive standouts to watch...
West Springfield boys soccer celebrated after winning the Western Mass Class A championship at Springfield Central High School on Saturday, November 2, 2024.Kenneth ManojMassLive released its first boys soccer ranking for the 2025-2026 season on September 2. Learn more about the landscape of boys soccer...
A lucky spin costing 88 cents won an Encore Boston Harbor player a jackpot prize. The bet was made on the game "Dancing Drums" on Aug. 21. The jackpot was worth $29,103.05. Other jackpot prizes won in August at Encore Boston Harbor include a jackpot...
Dear Eric: My godson/nephew is getting married in another state in a few months. I have been invited and have been looking forward to going.However, as it draws closer, I am not sure I can afford an airplane ticket and the cost of the hotel...
Although both of last year’s league MVP’s graduated, Bay State Conference boys soccer is sure to be a star-studded group once again in 2025.Both the Carey and Herget Divisions already look to be loaded from goalkeeper on up to the forward groups.If you purchase a...
Eagles quarterback Chris Vargas makes a pass during St. John's Prep game against Central Catholic at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Lawrence on September 20, 2024.Katie Morrison-O'DayChris Vargas, Sophomore, St. John’s Prep, QB Chris Vargas came into last season with expectations on his shoulders. If you...
Belchertown High School, West Side No.10 Jason Piacentini, fires a. shot on goal ahead of Belchertown No19 Jordon Kalish during the 2nd half of action. photo by J. Anthony RobertsMassLive released its boys soccer Super 7 for the 2025-2026 season on September 2. Learn more about...
