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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,...

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...

North’s 'hidden athletes' excel outside-of-school sports

North’s ‘hidden athletes’ excel outside-of-school sports

Evelyn Mace and Audrey Welstead November 11, 2024

First-floor TVs at North cycle through upcoming games and highlights of star athletes, showcasing the school’s athletic spirit. Below the TV featuring the “Top Tigers,” the girls’ soccer team is...

Girls’ swim and dive defeats Framigham, securing times for states

Girls’ swim and dive defeats Framigham, securing times for states

Kendall Swint, Sports writer October 23, 2024

Girls swim and dive defeated Framingham 96-88 Tuesday, Oct. 1 at home, showcasing a broad range of talent throughout the meet. “They did a great job in being flexible in changing the lineup,” said...

Junior Max Badri strides to the finish line neck and neck with Wellesley opponent Wednesday, Oct. 9.

Boys’ cross country defeats Wellesley in explosive senior night triumph

Maya Solomon, Sports editor October 21, 2024

Boys’ cross country sprinted ahead of the competition for a 27-28 victory at Cold Spring Park against the Wellesley Raiders Wednesday, Oct. 9. The meet was the team’s senior night, a special race followed...

Senior Ciara Evans crosses the finish line Wednesday, Sept. 18.

Girls’ cross country claims first home victory of the season

Amy Zhang, Sports editor September 29, 2024

Girls’ cross country won its meet against Needham 23-35 at Cold Spring Park Wednesday, Sept. 18, securing their first home meet victory of the season. Senior Ciara Evans' strong first-place finish played...

Girls' soccer ties Boston Latin in rain soaked battle

Girls’ soccer ties Boston Latin in rain soaked battle

Maya Solomon, Sports Editor September 26, 2024

Girls’ soccer tied Boston Latin 2-2 Saturday, Sept. 21, at home, in a hard-fought, intense matchup.  As the first half kicked off, neither team staked enough of a claim on the ball to secure an early...

Senior Devon Burke reaches for ball Friday, Sept. 13.

Girls’ volleyball defeats North Quincy in competitive clash

Caroline Fahey, Sports Editor September 26, 2024

  What better way to spend a Friday evening than inside North’s competition gym, surrounded by spectators wearing bright orange Superfan t-shirts, screaming “Let’s go Tigers”? Girls’...

Sophomore Sasha Selivan sets ball Thursday, Sept. 12.

Girls’ volleyball sets up for success with win over Brookline

Sunny Thavanati, Sports Editor September 21, 2024

Girls’ volleyball conquered Brookline 3-1 with a vicious comeback Thursday, Sept. 12 in the Reggie gymnasium. The former state champions continue their undefeated streak despite drastic roster changes...

Field hockey displays resilience in loss to Andover

Field hockey displays resilience in loss to Andover

Charlotte Kenney, Sports Editor September 21, 2024

Field hockey lost to Andover 6-0 in a tough, highly defensive battle away Saturday, Sept. 14. With senior Macy Goodwin, a star player, out due to injury, the team had to step up, and players were in...

The team celebrates goalie Gabino Talisayon after a save, Tuesday Sept. 10.

Boys’ soccer secures first win of the season

Sunny Thavanti, sport September 16, 2024

Senior Thiago Rubino delivered a perfectly timed pass to senior Santi Cuervo. Cuervo skillfully slipped past the last defender, slotted the ball into the bottom left corner of the goal with his left foot,...

Football players prepare for snap, Friday Sept. 6.

Football falls to Natick in season opener on new turf

Maya Solomon, Sports editor September 11, 2024

Football, despite relentless effort, found itself unable to secure a victory against Natick Friday, Sept. 6. The Redhawks ultimately swooped in for a 35-6 victory for the first ‘Friday Night Lights’...

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