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Senior captain Teagan Swint drives past a defender Tuesday, Jan. 7.

Boys’ basketball blazes past Braintree in thrilling win

Maya Solomon, Sports Editor January 21, 2025

It was nothing but net for boys’ basketball as the Tigers took a 54-41 win against Braintree Tuesday, Jan. 7 at home.  “It was a terrific win for the Tigers,” said special education teacher Paul...

Senior captain Nicky Spinelli completes his starting handshake before boys' basketball faces Framingham Friday, Dec. 13.

Athletes hit the ground running as winter season begins

Nya Lubars, Sports Editor December 19, 2024

As the cool autumn air turns to harsh winter winds, North is kicking off its sports season with fierce determination and bright optimism. This year’s winter sports include boys’ and girls’ basketball,...

Members of the team celebrate after their victory Friday, Dec. 13.

Girls’ basketball avenges previous loss in season-opener against Framingham

Maya Solomon, Sports editor December 16, 2024

North, against all odds, came out triumphant in the first game of the girls’ basketball season, securing a 62-57 victory over Framingham Friday, Dec. 13.  Although last season the team fell short...

The Tigers celebrate after first goal marking their 1-0 lead Saturday, Nov. 24.

Boys’ soccer defies the odds, wins first-ever state championship as 31st seed

Sunny Thavanati, Sports editor November 24, 2024

Boys’ soccer started their season 1-7. Three wins, nine ties, and five losses later, the Tigers barely squeaked into the playoffs as the 31st seed in the MIAA Division 1 tournament. Two months after...

Seniors Marco Comin and Seth Rao pose post-win Tuesday, Nov. 20.

Boys’ soccer triumphs in thrilling penalty shootout to reach state final

Sunny Thavanati, Sports Editor November 20, 2024

The Cinderella story continues for the 31st-seeded North boys’ soccer team, which battled through double overtime and triumphed in penalty kicks to defeat Xaverian 4-2 in the MIAA Division 1 semifinals...

Members of girls' volleyball pose with their trophy Saturday, Nov. 16.

Girls’ volleyball takes home third consecutive MIAA Division 1 title with flawless playoff run

Isabella Baust, Sports Editor November 18, 2024

For the third straight year, girls’ volleyball brought home the state championship, cementing their dynasty with a dominant 3-0 sweep over Brookline at the MIAA state tournament finals Saturday, Nov....

Senior Vivi Kritzer dribbles past Wellesley defender Tuesday, Nov. 12.

Girls’ soccer ends record-breaking season in devastating defeat against Wellesley

Maya Solomon, Sports editor November 18, 2024

Girls’ soccer fell to Wellesley 0-3 in a hard-fought battle in the Elite Eight round of the state tournament, Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Wellesley’s Darcy field.  The two teams had faced off twice in...

Junior Bella Mangada fights for header Monday, Nov. 4.

Girls’ soccer faces South for first time in playoff history, edges out in opening round

Isabella Baust, Sports editor November 13, 2024

Girls’ soccer swept the floor with South 2-1 Monday, Nov. 4 at home in the first round of the MIAA state tournament. Tensions were high as the Tigers and Lions faced off in the playoff tournament for...

Sophomore Bishrelt "Giga" Bat-Erdene runs to catch up on offense in game against Leominster Saturday, Nov. 9.

Toma discusses remarkable playoff journey for boys’ soccer

Aanya Vishwanath, Sports Managing Editor November 12, 2024

In an unexpected playoff run, boys' soccer has been the talk of the 2024 MIAA fall tournament. Starting ranked 31st in the bracket with a regular season record of 4-9-5, the team had their sights set on...

Senior Meghan Devaney, accompanied by her parents, walks across the turf during pre-game senior celebrations Thursday, Oct. 24.

Field hockey secures spirited win against Weymouth

Felicia Ji and Madi Drewry November 7, 2024

Field hockey triumphed over Weymouth with an assertive 8-0 victory Thursday, Oct. 24. The decisive win came on the Tigers’ senior night, where graduating members of the team were celebrated for their...

Senior Sophia Mitchell chases after the ball on offense Wednesday, Oct. 23.

Girls’ soccer achieves striking success on senior night

Isabella Baust, Sports editor November 4, 2024

Girls’ soccer overtook Weymouth 3-2 Wednesday, Oct. 23 at home, breaking a losing streak and winning its senior night matchup for the first time in three years.  According to senior Sophia Mitchell,...

The girls' cross country team stands at the starting line, before the race begins Sunday, Oct. 15.

Girls’ cross country displays determination with first race at twilight meet

Hava Shenkman, Sports editor October 30, 2024

Fairy lights illuminate the night as hundreds of runners race through barns and up hills. Even more spectators frantically run around the course to catch a glimpse of the race. The loud cheers, music blasting...

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