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Boys’ volleyball falls to Natick 0–3 amid injuries and communication struggles

Boys’ volleyball falls to Natick 0–3 amid injuries and communication struggles

Khadija Ghadiali, Sports Editor May 22, 2025

Despite playing with consistent effort, boys’ volleyball fell to the Natick Redhawks 0-3, Tuesday, May 13, in the Reggie Gym. The bleachers, packed with supportive parents and fans, set the tone for...

Athletic Director Mike Jackson poses with his award alongside District 7 Councilors, Friday, March 28.

Athletic Director Michael Jackson honored with Ted Damko Award

Summer Wu, Sports Editor May 21, 2025

Athletic Director Michael Jackson was nominated for the Ted Damko Best Athletic Director Award Friday, March 28. District Seven councilors hand-selected Jackson, nominating him for the competition against...

Boys' volleyball digs deep to defeat Milford

Boys’ volleyball digs deep to defeat Milford

Ben Duberstein, Staff Writer May 13, 2025

North boys’ volleyball prevailed against the Milford Scarlet Hawks 3-1 in a tight-fought game, defending the Tigers’ state champion reputation Wednesday, May 7 at home. North played well on both sides...

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New albemarle turf impacts student-athletes

Samiya Garg, Sports Editor May 13, 2025

Student-athletes will have access to new turf by 2026 as a result of the Albemarle field renovations. Along with synthetic turf for year-round use, basketball courts, pickleball courts, and walking trails...

Principal Henry Turner and Athletic Director Mike Jackson join a kickline with the tiger mascot, Sunday, May 4.

First annual Tiger 5K unites North community in celebration of school spirit

Makenna Kelley, Sports Editor May 13, 2025

Following the noise of the blaring airhorn, runners decked out in orange gear burst across the starting line and out through the Dickinson Stadium gates.  Sunday, May 4. at 8:30 a.m., the first annual...

Boys' volleyball hopes for improvement despite solid performance

Boys’ volleyball hopes for improvement despite solid performance

Amy Lee, Sports Editor May 12, 2025

Boys’ volleyball, ranked second in the state, secured a commanding victory over Milton Thursday, May 1 in the Reggie gym, winning the first three sets in under an hour. Despite the smooth win, team members...

Junior Roxy Feldman prepares to serve Monday, April 28.

Girls’ tennis demonstrates impressive skill regardless of loss

Abigail Elam, Sports Editor May 7, 2025

After a long, persistent fight, girls’ tennis fell 2-3 to Milton, Monday, April 28 at home.The Tigers faced the narrow loss with pride, standing tall in recognition of their growth as players, according...

Sophomore Summer Lin lunges to hit a birdie, Tuesday, March 18.

Badminton club nurtures bonds beyond the court

Isabella Baust, Sports Editor April 15, 2025

Although new traditions and team culture are difficult to establish, North’s unofficial athletic organizations admirably display initiative by building communities from the ground up. The badminton club,...

Boys' ultimate shows promise in season opener despite loss

Boys’ ultimate shows promise in season opener despite loss

Audrey Welstead, Sports Editor April 12, 2025

Boys’ ultimate, recently established as an official sport, fell 15-6 to St. John’s Prep at home Wednesday, March 26. Despite the loss, the team presented strong chemistry, energy, and clean play throughout...

Sophomore Lily Southall looks for a pass, Tuesday, April 1.

Girls’ lacrosse starts season off hot with big win over Framingham

Rowan Fine, Sports Editor April 3, 2025

Girls’ lacrosse crushed Framingham 20-3, at home, Tuesday, April 1. Framingham took an early lead from the stick of senior Tamerate Samwel, but the Tigers fought back with fire. After finding themselves...

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MacNeal makes her mark in girls’ track and field with outstanding dedication, contribution

Emma Sukosolvisit, Sports Editor April 3, 2025

At the starting line, sophomore Blake MacNeal propels forward with passion and energy, launching herself in a soaring jump at the New Balance championship meet Thursday, March 13, feeling the electric...

Senior Teagan Swint follows up a fast break with a dunk, Sunday, March 16.

Swint shines in championship battle as North falls just short of state title

Maya Solomon, Sports Editor March 16, 2025

Boys’ basketball found itself just shy of the 2025 state title, falling short to Franklin with a 55-52 final score in the MIAA Division One Championship at UMass Lowell’s Tsongas Center, Sunday, March...

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