Medford harriers among the GBL’s best
Wicked Local
The Greater Boston League’s cross-country meet took place last Thursday, May 13, at MacDonald Park against the backdrop of a perfect spring day, which featured many excellent races. It was also Medford’s Senior Day, and the Mustangs’ six graduating harriers of Rayanne Forbes, Bella Grieco, Emily Stanley, Sam Cluggish, Andrew Olivieri and Stefan Langshur were so honored for their contributions to the program the last four years.
The Medford girls sent their senior teammates off with a league championship to complete an undefeated 6-0 season rather appropriately. “They have worked hard during this time of uncertainly, and were rewarded with this win, as well as an undefeated in dual meet season,” said coach Lou Ruggiero.
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Medford harriers off to fast start
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The Medford boys and girls cross-country teams finally got a chance to do something they really enjoy, and that is being a part of an athletic team and running for the Mustangs.
“After what has happened over the past year, it was great to see them able to compete against another team,” said coach Lou Ruggiero. “I say thanks to our athletic director Bobby Maloney, and all of the GBL [Greater Boston League] directors for such a strong effort to make it happen.
“Today (Monday, April 19), the boys ran against a good Revere team that beat us rather easily last year, but this year we turned the tables on them with a strong effort, resulting in a 22-33 win,” added Ruggiero.
Medford swimmers enjoy success in pool, despite COVID rules
Dom Nicastro / Correspondent
There’s a lot to be thankful for if you are the Medford High School swimming coach.
Longtime coach Mary Judge (30-plus years) was able to navigate her team successfully through this truncated season, despite restrictions, because of the pandemic. The season didn’t start until last month. It usually begins the Monday after Thanksgiving.
Her team was still able to win three of its four meets so far this season. Here’s how the meets have broken down: Malden 93, Medford 77; Medford 82, Lynn English 76; Medford 91, Lynn Classical 78; and Medford 94, Somerville 73.