-
6 days ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Murdock High softball pitcher Kassandra Santos was diagnosed with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). POTS causes Santos' heart rate to increase with small movements, leading to fainting episodes. The Murdock High softball team rallies around Santos, prioritizing her health during games. A year-and-a-half ago, Kassandra Santos passed out at her desk on a hot day at Murdock High.
-
1 week ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Quabbin girls tennis represents as a team this week for their sweep against GardnerLast week, readers voted Mya MacKay of Narragansett softball the Athlete of the Week. The sophomore collected 10,631 votes on the poll, totaling 58.35%. She earned her spot on the poll for her performance against Gardner. MacKay went 4-for-5, including a three-run homer to help earn the 14-13 win.
-
1 week ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Quabbin Regional High School has appointed Mike Besaw as its new head football coach. Besaw, who served as the defensive coordinator for the past two seasons, has 35 years of coaching experience. He replaces Wayne Page, who left Quabbin to coach at Grafton High School. Quabbin athletic director Mark Miville announced in an email on Wednesday that Mike Besaw has been named the Panthers' new head football coach.
-
2 weeks ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Gardner-area softball proves competitive as six players make this week's pollAthlete of the Week polls are back for the spring season. Gardner-area teams got off to a strong start in the first week of games in all the spring sports. Baseball, softball, lacrosse, golf and tennis are all represented on this week's Athlete of the Week poll. Check out these area athletes and how they made an impact on their team in the opening week of the season.
-
3 weeks ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
The Gardner News put out a poll to let readers have a say in the decision of our Girls Indoor Track and Field Athlete of the Year. After collecting votes from Gardner area high school sports fans and combining staff votes, the winner has been chosen. Players earned a spot on the poll through coach or staff nominations, highlighting their contributions throughout the season. The winner was determined through both the results of the readers' poll and TGN staff votes.
-
3 weeks ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
The Murdock varsity cheer team overcame a last-place finish at their first invitational to become Grand Champions at the next competition. Despite placing second at the state competition, the team qualified for Nationals for the first time in school history. The team emphasized mental toughness and positive attitudes throughout the season, creating a supportive and encouraging environment. The school year's early returns were not promising for the Murdock varsity co-ed cheer team.
-
3 weeks ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Gavin Richard of Gardner was named The Gardner News Hockey Player of the Year for the second year in a row. Richard led the Wildcats in scoring with 31 points and was a key leader for the team. Kyle Gendron and Rachel Simkewicz tied for second place in the voting. The Gardner News put out a poll to let readers have a say in the decision of our Hockey Player of the Year. After over 23,000 votes from Gardner area high school sports fans and combining staff votes, the winner has been chosen.
-
1 month ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Gamache also stars for Gardner on the soccer fieldThe Gardner News put out a poll to let readers have a say in the decision of Boys Basketball Player of the Year. After over 3,000 votes from Gardner area high school sports fans and combining staff votes, the winner has been chosen. Players earned a spot on the poll through coach or staff nominations, highlighting their contributions throughout the season. The winner was determined through both the results of the readers' poll and TGN staff votes.
-
1 month ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Who was the best of the best in Gardner-area girls basketball? The Gardner News is letting readers have a say in the winner. Area players displayed great talent, from leading as the top scorers to acting as playmakers on the court. These individuals stood apart from the rest and it is time to give them the recognition they deserve. Readers can vote in the poll and results will be combined with staff votes to determine the Girls Basketball Player of the Year. Check out the nominees below.
-
1 month ago | 
thegardnernews.com | Cait Kemp
Fans can look forward to exciting games in softball, baseball, boys and girls lacrosse, and girls tennis. Key matchups include West Boylston at Narragansett Regional softball, Quabbin at Gardner baseball, and Monty Tech at Assabet Valley boys lacrosse. Gardner-area spring sports are back in action. From the diamond to the field to the courts, athletes are ready to compete and battle for victories, achievements and the always-present goal of the postseason.
