Hockomock League Football: 2022 Kelley-Rex Division Preview - Franklin

HockomockSports.com has published its outlook for the Kelly-Rex Division football teams for the fall 2022 season. We share the FHS outlook and link to the full divisional outlook below.

FRANKLIN
2021 Record: 10-1 (Kelley-Rex division champions)
Coach: Eian Bain

Key/Returning Players: Jase Lyons, Sr., QB/S; Luke Davis, Sr., WR/CB; Grayson Hunter, Sr., TE; Ben Papa, Sr., OL; Ben Ryan, Jr., OL; Leo Meuse, Soph., OL; Jay Gulla, Sr., DL; Emmett Lackey, Sr., DL; Julian Rampino, Soph., DL; Nick Quintina, Sr., LB; Luke Sidwell, Sr., CB; Devine Johnson, Sr., CB;

Outlook: Franklin was not only the best team in the Kelley-Rex division last year, winning its first league title since 2009, but also proved to be one of the top teams in the state. The Panthers were a win away from a spot in the Super Bowl, going toe-to-toe with Springfield Central in the state semifinal. This season, the Panthers will have to overcome the graduation of a lot of skill position players to keep the positive momentum that the program has shown over the past few seasons.

Last year’s offensive group was as good as any in the state and it showed. This season, Franklin will have a lot of new faces and a lot of versatile athletes that will be part of the game plan. Senior Jase Lyons will take over at quarterback and is a dual threat with his legs and his arm. Senior Luke Davis will be one of the primary targets out wide along with junior wideout Derek Dubriske and senior tight end Grayson Hunter. The graduation of Mack Gulla opens space for new running backs to step up. Juniors Mike Davide and Cody Howard are backs to watch out for this year. Senior Ben Papa will lead the offensive line with junior Ben Ryan and sophomore Leo Meuse adding depth and size. Senior Garrett Portesi will be back on kicking duties and gives Franklin a consistent source of points.

While the offense got a lot of attention last season, Franklin’s defense allowed fewer points than anyone else in the league. The secondary was one of the biggest strengths in 2021 and should be again this year. Senior Devine Johnson is a lockdown corner, while classmates Luke Sidwell, Bobby Padula, and Davis all are playmakers in the passing game. Junior Connor Klawson will add depth in that position. The linebacking group is led by senior Nick Quintina, who will make plays in the middle, and Howard will be a new face in that position. Senior Emmett Lackey will control the defensive line, while senior Jay Gulla is a constant threat on the edge and sophomore Julian Rampino gives another big athlete at defensive end.

“We are taking this one day at a time,” said Franklin coach Eian Bain. “Last year was a whirlwind, and culmination of many years of hard work. It is important not to lose sight of the process that got us to such great accomplishments. It remains all about the process.”

Continue reading online ->

https://hockomocksports.com/football-2022-kelley-rex-division-preview/

For the Davenport Division preview ->

https://www.franklinmatters.org/2022/09/hockomock-league-football-2022-kelley.html

FHS Panthers

"Fascinating Facts About Today’s New Voters and College Students"

"It’s difficult to unteach old dogs old tricks, and this applies particularly to the creators of The Mindset List, Tom McBride (mcbridet@beloit.edu) and Ron Nief (niefr@beloit.edu). Each year about this time we just naturally start thinking about the world we know and how it compares to the world of this year’s high school graduates preparing to head off to college, voting booths, and other great adventures. Their’s is a different world from their mentors and even from those just a few years older.

Therefore, we offer a few of our thoughts drawn from…

THE 18-ER FILE

If you were born in 2004 and turned 18 in 2022, THEN: (a selection of the full listing)

• Facebook, hatched the same year you were, hasn’t aged as well as you have and is now a platform frequented by oldsters.
• You were born just as the bans on assault style weapons were lifted.
• There’s only about a 50/50 chance that you are convinced going to college is a sound investment. 
• You can expect to see the inside of an office with ever less frequency, and won’t hold the same job at the same company for more than a few years. 
• You’ve made history, having grown up with both the country’s first black, and first autocratic, presidents. 
• You’ve thrived, one hopes, in a world where Blockbuster, Lehmann Brothers, Nokia, Borders, and Blackberries have not. 
• If born in Massachusetts, you have always had the right to same-sex marriage as part of your heritage. 

For the full listing of the 66 items that help make of the mindset of those born in 2004, visit

http://themindsetlist.com/2022/08/the-18-er-file-66-intriguing-facts-about-todays-new-voters-and-college-students/

You can’t recall when Wikipedia was anything other than reliable and thorough

CommonWealth Magazine: The future of work; transmission site info sought

"EVERY LABOR DAY working people celebrate the countless contributions the labor movement has made to improve the lives of working people. We reflect on the past and present to organize a better future for all.

Right now, working people are frustrated. Many are struggling to afford the basics, much less save for college or retirement. Amidst this, corporate special interests are lining their pockets off the backs of working people. In 2021, the CEO pay at S&P 500 companies rose 18.2 percent, faster than the US inflation rate of 7.1 percent. In contrast, US workers’ wages fell behind inflation, with worker wages rising only 4.7 percent in 2021. This is not “inflation.” It is “greedflation” — when companies take advantage of consumers by using their market dominance to increase prices and boost corporate profits. We’ve seen this with Uber surge pricing during times when people are most desperate for a ride, little of which goes to the actual drivers."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/economy/the-future-of-work-is-not-for-sale/ 

"FIVE OF THE SIX New England states have launched an effort to better coordinate the process of bringing ashore electricity produced by offshore wind farms and feeding the power into the regional grid.

Currently, states contract with offshore wind developers and the developers select where they want to bring their power ashore and are responsible for all transmission system upgrades needed to make that happen.

The process has gone fairly smoothly so far, with developers picking interconnection points on Cape Cod, in Somerset, and in Rhode Island."

Continue reading the article online

https://commonwealthmagazine.org/energy/5-new-england-states-seek-info-on-transmission-issues/

"5 New England states seek info on transmission issues"

Get Internet -> Claim Your Affordable Connectivity Program Benefit

"As part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, President Biden and Vice President Harris worked with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents to create the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which provides eligible households $30 per month off their internet bills. ACP-eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers. 

To deliver maximum cost savings to families, the Biden-Harris Administration has secured commitments from 20 leading internet providers to offer ACP-eligible households a high-speed internet plan for no more than $30 per month. Eligible families who pair their ACP benefit with one of these plans can receive high-speed internet at no cost."

Find out if you qualify for this program ->  https://www.whitehouse.gov/getinternet/

 

Get Internet -> Claim Your Affordable Connectivity Program Benefit

Franklin TV and wfpr.fm schedule for Tuesday, Sep 6, 2022

•  wfpr.fm or 102.9 on the FM dial = Tuesday

9:00 AM 12:00 Noon and 6:00 PM  Jazz Journey – with Pamela Hines
2 hours. An insightful tour of Jazz Greats in a golden era

11:00 AM 2 PM and 8:00 PM SAFE Radio– Jim Derick and Dr. Anne Bergen Addressing issues of Drug Abuse Disorder 

• Franklin All Access TV - Our Public Access Channel (Comcast 8, Verizon 26) = TUESDAY

7:00 am Franklin Art Association: Joyce McJilton Dwyer

9:00 am It Takes A Village: Lifelong Learning

10:00 am Frank Presents: Keith Carreiro

11:00 am Senior Connection: COVID Updates

12:00 pm Brook'n'Cookin: Scones

12:30 pm Sandhya: Cupcakes

1:30 pm Pizzapalooza: Emergency Pizza

2:00 pm New England Candlepins: Fall 2019 Show 1

3:00 pm Candlepin New Generation: Show 3

3:30 pm Arts Advocacy: Impact

4:30 pm Extended Play Sessions: Season 10 Show 11 - Kemp Harris

5:30 pm Physician Focus: Straight Talk on Pain Medication

6:00 pm Community Arts Advocacy Day: A Discussion

7:30 pm Once Upon A Town: Ray Block

8:30 pm Electric Youth: Bon Voyage Show 2

• Franklin Pride TV - Our Educational Channel (Comcast 96, Verizon 28) = TUESDAY

7:00 am Public School Event: Lifelong Music Pt. 2 05-13-19

9:00 am Public School Event: Remington Spring Music '22

11:00 am ArtWeek: Theater in the Open

12:00 pm Public School Concert: Strings School 05-16-16

2:00 pm It Takes A Village: Lifelong Learning

3:00 pm U. S. Army: Jazz Ambassadors 04-01-19

6:00 pm FHS Boys Varsity Soccer: v Malden 11-04-21

8:00 pm FHS Girls Varsity Soccer: v King Philip 10-27-21

10:00 pm FHS Varsity Volleyball: v Mansfield 09-27-21

• Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel (Comcast 11, Verizon 29) = TUESDAY

8:00 am School Committee: 08-23-22

2:00 pm School Committee: 08-23-22

Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online  http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf 

Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm)

Franklin PMC Kids Ride scheduled as an "in person" event for Sep 25

On Sunday, September 25th, the Franklin PMC (Pan Mass Challenge) Kids Ride will be one of 20 PMC Kids Rides throughout the New England area. In 2020 and 2021, the ride was held virtually, but we are excited to host the ride live again this year. 

PMC Kids Rides are mini bike-a-thons that involve children 3 to 14 in the PMC mission by providing them the opportunity to fight cancer just like adults. From a Tikes and Trikes area to a 10-mile ride, the PMC Franklin Kids Ride challenges young cyclists of all skill levels. 

It’s a great way for kids to learn about the importance of giving back and introduces them to volunteerism and fundraising and offers a way for children to become part of the PMC mission in a safe and athletic way. 100% of every rider-raised dollar directly supports cancer research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Since the first ride in 1998, the PMC Kids rides program has raised more than $10 million.

Franklin PMC Kids Ride scheduled

Though this ride takes place in Franklin, we welcome all towns to join. We encourage kids to form teams and ride to honor a friend or loved one who has been touched by cancer. To provide riders with additional motivation, the PMC recognizes participants in the Kids Rides program who go above and beyond their fundraising. 

Riders who raise $450 or more will be honored as a PMC Kids Ride Heavy Hitter, and riders who raise over $950 will be honored as a PMC Kids Ride Breakaway. Each will be honored with a special PMC item and a certificate to distinguish their achievement. In the past, many kids have lemonade stands, car washes, bake sales, and yard sales to raise money for their ride. These kids have so much passion and determination; they feel like they are making a difference, and each year they say, “I can’t wait to ride again the next year”.

Franklin PMC Kids Ride

The Franklin PMC Kids Ride will be held on Sunday, September 25th, from 8 AM to 12 PM. The ride will start and end at the Jefferson School, located at 628 Washington Street in Franklin. Kids can select from a 3, 6, or 10-mile course. Younger participants, not yet on two wheels, can take part in the Tikes and Trikes course in a contained area at the school. 

This area has several fun stations and activities for the little ones, including a car wash, gas station, snack stand, craft table, face painting, and more. Kids can also enjoy an after-ride celebration with music, games, food, and more. There is a $20 rider registration fee which includes a Tee shirt and goodie bag and a $40 fundraising minimum for all riders. 

Register online at https://kids.pmc.org/franklin. All local communities are encouraged to participate. For more information, please contact Lisa Marchioni at lisabxyz@verizon.net

Living Statues to make appearance at the Franklin Cultural Festival - Sep 10

Watch pieces of history come to life at this year’s Franklin Cultural Festival! We are lucky enough to be joined by three different LIVING STATUES this year - you won’t want to miss it!

Be sure to join us on September 10th from 12-6pm for artisan booths, live performances, great food, a beer/wine garden, and more for your whole family to enjoy!

Ben Franklin, Harriet Tubman, and Betsy Ross will make an appearance! 

Shared from the Cultural Festival social media posts  ->   https://www.facebook.com/100000855565679/posts/pfbid0gtqnZeBGyBWmfkCGFQBo1D311xS8QxKX5rR4dPUvvFLARkey5orwwewgTi29u3Dwl/

Living Statues to make appearance at the Franklin Cultural Festival

Franklin Art Association: Monthly Meeting & Demonstration - Sep 7 at 6:30 PM

Wednesday September 7: 

FAA Monthly Meeting & Demonstration 6:30 - 8:30 PM at the Franklin Senior Center.

Deborah Drummond will be our invited artist for our first meeting on September 7. Deborah is a Boston area artist who for many years practiced as a professional freelance illustrator/designer and photographer. She returned to painting non-objective abstraction working in acrylic, collage and printmaking and will share her experience and techniques. Her work is focused on non-objective abstraction in acrylic, collage and printmaking. Mid-century and color field art are primary influences and inspiration in her work.

Franklin Art Association

Current drought conditions for Franklin, update scheduled for Town Council meeting Sep 7

"The different categories of drought actually increased across the Northeast this week with the exception of the extreme drought area which did shrink thanks to those heavy rain showers south of Boston. #Drought2022"

One of the presentations scheduled for the Town Council meeting on Weds Sep 7 is an update on the Franklin water status per the drought. The presentation is not yet posted. The Town Council agenda can be found online ->   https://www.franklinma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif6896/f/agendas/september_7_2022_town_council_agenda.pdf

Meteorologist Dave Epstein tweet shared from Twitter ->    https://twitter.com/growingwisdom/status/1565352398339465217

Additional maps and info can be found at Drought.gov/

The Franklin specific info can be found ->   https://www.drought.gov/location/02038%2C%20Franklin%2C%20Massachusetts

historical info for Norfolk County

Current drought conditions for Franklin, update scheduled for Town Council meeting Sep 7

FHS Boys' & Girls' Basketball Annual Golf Tournament - Sep 26

Come out for a fun day of golf and support the Franklin High School boy's & girl's basketball teams!

About this event

Come join us Monday, September 26 for the FHS Boys' & Girls' Basketball Annual Golf Tournament.

• SHOTGUN start at 8:30 am, REGISTRATION starts at 8:00 AM
• GREAT FUN AND GREAT FRIENDS
• WIN PRIZES!- WINNING TEAM, LONGEST DRIVE, CLOSEST TO THE PIN, RAFFLES, & AUCTION
• LUNCH INCLUDED ON THE COURSE

Individual & group tickets available - CLICK "REGISTER"

WANT TO SPONSOR? CLICK ON "REGISTER" AND CHOOSE TO BE AN EVENT SPONSOR (TEE, LONGEST DRIVE, CLOSEST TO THE PIN).

All major credit cards accepted!

Registration closes on September 22, 2022  =>   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2022-franklin-high-school-boys-girls-basketball-golf-tournament-registration-352954304827

If you prefer, you can pay by check or by Venmo. Checks should be made payable to "FHS Basketball Booster Club" and sent to Mike Fales at 12 Ridgeview Rd, Franklin, MA 02038

Venmo - @FranklinLady-Panthers

If registering offline, please email your foursome information to fhsbasketball@gmail.com

HAVE QUESTIONS?

email us: fhsbasketball@gmail.com

call: Greg Tracey (774) 291-9105 or Shawn Allen (617) 483-0359

FHS Boys' & Girls' Basketball Annual Golf Tournament - Sep 26