Category Archives: Sports

Methuen to Retire Dan Ford's Football Number

Posted on September 24, 2009 by billmanzi

METHUEN TO RETIRE DAN FORD’S FOOTBALL NUMBER The Late Star Running Back Will Have His Number Retired at Friday Night’s Game Methuen will retire the number of Dan Ford on Friday, September 25, 2009 during half time of the Methuen … Continue reading →

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Federer Rolls Into History

Posted on July 6, 2009 by billmanzi

Roger Federer once again engaged in a five set war at Wimbeldon, this time winning a marathon fifth set 16-14 and becoming the man with the most major titles ever, passing Pete Sampras with his fifteenth major. It was a … Continue reading →

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Lacrosse Comes to Methuen

Posted on May 18, 2009 by billmanzi

Methuen’s Recreation Department has just started a lacrosse league, and recently had its first home game at the stadium. It was a great event, and I was delighted to be there to see the kids enjoying this great sport. We … Continue reading →

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Methuen West Little League Opening Day

Posted on May 3, 2009 by billmanzi

Methuen West Little League had its opening day today, and a special honor was given to T-Ball President Joseph Melia. Joe has been the President (and founder) of Methuen T-Ball for over 35 years. I had both of my children … Continue reading →

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Central Girls Win Division 1 State Title

Posted on March 15, 2009 by billmanzi

The Central Catholic Girls won the Division 1 State Championship yesterday behind junior sensation Katie Zenevitch, who scored 28 points and had 26 rebounds. 26 rebounds? Wow. Central defeated Shepard Hill 67-62 to win the crown. Congratulations to Coach Sue … Continue reading →

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CCHS Girls Roll Over Brockton

Posted on March 10, 2009 by billmanzi

The Central Catholic Girls basketball team steamrolled Brockton last night to win the Eastern Mass Division 1 basketball title. CCHS won the game 75-45 behind Katie Zenevitch’s 31 points, 23 rebounds, and 4 blocks. The game was tight through the … Continue reading →

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Central Catholic Dethroned by Lynn English

Posted on March 8, 2009 by billmanzi

Central Catholic was defeated tonight by a very good squad from Lynn English, 71-60, in the Division 1 North Finals. English utilized a very effective half court trap that Central could not solve, leading to multiple turnovers and many Lynn … Continue reading →

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CCHS Girls Defeat Lowell 59-48

Posted on March 7, 2009 by billmanzi

The Central Catholic Girls basketball team defeated Lowell 59-48 tonight to win the Division 1 North Championship. Congratulations to coach Sue Downer and the team, and on to the Eastern Mass finals.

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Central Catholic Over Everett in a Nail Biter

Posted on March 5, 2009 by billmanzi

Central Catholic High School, trailing for the entire game and down by one with less than 5 seconds to play, scored an incredible comeback to defeat Everett 47-44 at Reading High School. As usual the comeback was keyed by Billy … Continue reading →

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Central Catholic Juggernaut Slowed, But Not Stopped

Posted on January 3, 2009 by billmanzi

Central Catholic won its second consecutive boys basketball Christmas Tournament by defeating Andover High School 59-51 at Lawrence High School. Andover coach Dave Fazio employed double team tactics on Central Catholic’s Billy Marsden and on Carson Desrosiers, and held Marsden … Continue reading →

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