Duxbury Clipper

1 day ago | duxburyclipper.com | Trevor Hass

As they warmed up prior to Monday’s match against Scituate, Peter Burnham, Willy Pierce, Lucas Pratt and Nick Gallagher didn’t look nervous or overwhelmed. They lightheartedly covered the court with a youthful exuberance and joked with one another about line calls and more. This was just another day at the office. For many, adjusting to expanded roles would be an insurmountable challenge. For this group, which has plenty of varsity experience and talent, it’s business as usual.

1 day ago | duxburyclipper.com | Trevor Hass

As they bounced down to the dock at the Watuppa Rowing Center in Fall River last Sunday, the Duxbury crew seniors carried themselves like a group of sleepaway camp friends gearing up for the final few weeks. They cracked jokes, reminisced about the past four years and managed to work together to avoid falling or dropping any valuables in the water. For as much as high school crew is about collectively striving for greatness, it’s just as much about forming lifelong memories and lasting bonds.

1 day ago | duxburyclipper.com | Trevor Hass

Outdoor TrackThe girls had a solid 76.75-58.25 home win over Hingham last Monday. “It’s exciting to see the team compete and go for it,” girls coach Kathy Earle said. “Hingham is always a strong team. The Duxbury girls were 1-4 last year. To beat Hingham this year, in my first season as the head track coach, it’s so exciting.” Jack Kelly keeps his focus as he soars through the air. - Photos by Trevor HassEarle said the athletes really understand that in order to win, the Dragons need points ...

1 day ago | duxburyclipper.com | Trevor Hass

As coach Oli Rosenbladt got to know the freshmen in the fall 2021 preseason, he could tell right away that Owen Farrell had a certain “gleam in his eye” when it came to crew. Farrell played a standout role that year, helping the freshman boat to a state championship and the team to an overall title. He moved to the 2V his sophomore fall, 1V his sophomore spring and has continued to make his presence felt ever since. He consistently inspires his teammates with his work ethic and dedication to his...

1 week ago | duxburyclipper.com | Trevor Hass

The day of the Patriot League Championship this winter, junior sprinter Ian McNeil found himself the sickest he’s ever been. McNeil had a fever of 102 degrees, a nasty cough that wouldn’t go away and a burning sensation in his throat. “It was pretty painful,” McNeil said. “But I guess it just helped me run faster.”McNeil set a personal record of 6.74 in the prelims, then one-upped himself with another PR of 6.66 in the finals to capture fourth overall and highlight a league all-star season.