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The defending Kelley-Rex division champions are in a good spot with so many returning players from last year’s squad. Leading the way is HockomockSports.com Player of the Year Annie Walsh, who led the Hockomock League with 25 points a season ago. Cassi Ronan (16 points) and Erin Walsh (10 points) are also back as Franklin returns its top three scorers.
Another positive is that Franklin has some experience back on the defensive end as well. Kate Morse is back to anchor the unit after an impressive junior season and will be joined by Meri Gendreau and Emily Valentino in front of goalie Christina Luccini. Head coach Lisa Cropper expects senior Maddie Hinckley and freshman Victoria Quinn to also play big roles for the Panthers.
“Our biggest asset this season is depth,” Cropper said. “We are hoping to wear down our opponents and utilize our speed late in games.”
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| A Favorite Poem Project - Oct 25 |
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| 37th Annual Crackerbarrel Classic - Sep 16 |
"Talent searchers beware - Dean College is looking to attract dancers and choreographers for the big time with their new fine arts degree program in dance.
The department of higher education at the college agreed to begin offering a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Dance beginning fall of 2018.
“We are delighted that the BFA will take its place beside our BA (Bachelor or Arts) to provide students with the widest range of possibilities to pursue their passions in the field of dance,” said Vice President of Academic Affairs Michael Fishbein."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
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"Bernadette Rivard hopes to electrify the public’s interest in science this weekend.
As director of the Bellingham Public Library, she organized a showcase of electric cars – along with New England Electric Auto Association – as part of the library’s efforts to further scientific knowledge in the community.
The electric car show, which runs from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, features a panel discussion and test drives of a variety of electric cars.
This event is funded through a federal grant, intended to encourage science education, as was an August science fair held at the library. The ultimate purpose of the grant - which was also given to five other libraries in Maine and Massachusetts - is to develop a handbook librarians across the country can consult to develop their science programs."Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
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| The Life of Reilly hosts Town Administrator Jeff Nutting |
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| Explore Organic Wines - Franklin Wine Club - Sep 9 |
After six straight league titles, Franklin had an atypical season in 2016. The Panthers only lost three times all season, but drew five times, struggling to find consistent goal scoring that would turn a tie into a win. Franklin only allowed nine goals, but only scored 36, which was 20 goals fewer than league champ Mansfield. This year, head coach Tom Geysen is working on a new formation to get the best out of his attacking options with the goal of returning to the top of the league standings.
The Panthers return leading scorer Miranda Smith and the senior takes advantage of her size to create scoring opportunities in the box. Junior Halle Atkinson is back for her third year on the varsity and gives Franklin speed on the wings and is an accurate crosser of the ball to give Smith plenty of chances. Molly Duncan and Ellie Teixeira are also back and will give the Panthers a consistent presence in the center of midfield, while Emily Mastaj is another option on the wing.
The key to Franklin’s defense this season will be senior goalie Cat Robbins. Stepping in between the posts last year, Robbins turned in an impressive year and quickly became one of the top goalies in the league. This year, there will be several new faces and younger players that will be counted on to step up on the defensive side of the ball, including senior Molly O’Reilly and juniors Grace Gallo and Madison Stewart.
Geysen noted that there are several underclassmen that could step in during the season to add to the Panthers’ depth. He added, “We need to find the right mix. If we can patch things together and they can gain experience over the course of the season I’m confident that we will get better.”
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| Boys and Girls Youth Soccer Clinic - October 15 |
