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High School Sports Highlights: Wins, Outs and Standout Players

Massachusetts, USAThursday, April 30, 2026
Marshfield High’s baseball squad secured a decisive 8‑1 victory over Plymouth North, thanks to sophomore Teddie Holte’s dual contribution. He pitched five solid innings, allowing just one earned run and three hits while also driving in two runs at the plate. Senior first baseman Noah Feldman went 3‑for‑3, adding two runs and another RBI, while sophomore Caden Altobello hit a triple that helped the Rams win their fourth game in five attempts. Across the district, Hanover’s Aidan Van Dyk dominated with a 12‑strikeout performance, walking three and allowing only one hit over a complete game. Scituate’s pitcher Matt Whitman struggled, giving up six hits and two earned runs in five innings. In a different matchup, Silver Lake’s Liam O’Keefe struck out nine and was also 3‑for‑4 at bat, leading his team to an 11‑0 win over Whitman‑Hanson. Bishop Stang’s Lucas Soares, Titus Etienne and Tyler Alsen each recorded a hit as the Cardinals fell 10‑0 to Cardinal Spellman. Milton’s Rafa Corcoran pitched five innings, striking out seven and surrendering just one earned run to defeat Newton North 10‑3. The Wildcats’ Ben Doak and Teddy Dunn contributed strong offensive numbers, while relief pitcher O’Sullivan kept the game under control.
In girls’ lacrosse, Norwell edged Foxboro 9‑8 with Meri Horlbeck delivering a hat trick. The game featured several double‑digit scorers, and Norwell’s goalie Elsie Horlbeck made six saves to preserve the narrow win. Boys’ lacrosse saw Cohasset narrowly beat Norwell 14‑13, with Tim Donovan scoring eight goals and Will Santacroce adding a hat trick. Softball matchups highlighted powerful hitting. Braintree’s lineup exploded for 12 runs, with Millie Aveni and Kate Fosco each driving in multiple RBIs. Hanover’s Nora Barrett went 4‑for‑4, hitting a home run and a double while racking up eight RBIs. In a dramatic finish, Duxbury’s Avy Thompson and Saoirse Thompson each hit three runs in a 10‑9 win over Hingham. The girls’ tennis section recorded several straight‑sets victories. Brockton’s Logan Lin and Shyrose Coddett swept their opponents, while Oliver Ames’ Kathryn Weiler captured a win in the second singles. The tournament also saw Notre Dame Academy secure a match victory against Bishop Feehan, highlighting the depth of competition across all sports. Men’s tennis featured Whitman‑Hanson taking a tight 3‑2 win over Silver Lake, with Brett Schwede and Sebastian Petrus dominating the doubles. Duxbury’s Willy Pierce also claimed a singles win to push his team ahead. Overall, the day was filled with standout performances and close contests that showcased talent across baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, and more. The variety of victories reflects the competitive spirit that thrives in South Shore high schools.

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