Sunday, April 14, 2013
Here are the Canton runners registered in the Boston Marathon this year.
They run for all sorts of reasons: in memory of a loved one, to raise money for a cause ... and just to say, "I did it." The 117th annual Boston Marathon takes place on April 15 this year, taking runners through the course that threads from the Hopkinton starting line to Boston. As it states on the official website, "the Boston Marathon is the world's oldest annual marathon and ranks as one of the world's most prestigious road racing events. The Boston Athletic Association manages this American classic, which is sponsored by John Hancock Financial Services. The Boston Marathon has distinguished itself as the pinnacle event within the sport of road racing by virtue of its traditions, longevity and method of gaining entry into the race (via…
Saturday, April 6, 2013
Not just for masochists, boot camp workouts have legions of devotees. Find out what you might gain from trying one out in Canton.
Having the best of intentions has never been equated with having the best of bodies—or even less flabby ones. So many of us have unused or infrequently used gym memberships, and even for those of us who do make it to the gym, we often lose a mental struggle with ourselves to stay on the treadmill for a full workout or complete that last set of reps. So what’s a person to do who wants to get in better shape but needs more motivation to do it? Well, that’s where boot camp comes in. Originating on the West Coast around 15 years ago, boot camp workouts have recently made their way to the East Coast and around the globe. While they may have originally appealed to athletes and hard-core fitness enthusiasts, there are now boot camps for people of…
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Standout local players were on the stage as the Wheaton College baseball team swept a doubleheader from Babson College.
The Wheaton College baseball team, ranked No.10 overall in the latest D3baseball.com national poll, swept a pair of New England Women’s and Men’s Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) games against Babson College on Saturday afternoon at Sidell Stadium. The Lyons won game one, 11-2 (seven innings) and posted an 8-3 triumph in the nightcap. Wheaton 11, Babson 2 (seven innings) Junior Alec Palioca of Wrentham and King Philip Regional went the distance in game one for Wheaton allowing five hits, two runs (both earned), three walks and a season-high nine strikeouts. In the opener, freshman Matt Lavanchy of Walpole drove in a run with a double to right field in the second inning as Wheaton jumped out to a 2-0 lead. Wheaton senior Sean Ryan of Norton …
Friday, March 29, 2013
Here are several ways you can make sure your sports teams are highlighted on Canton Patch this season.
Spring sports at Canton High School are set to begin the first week of April with many teams looking to build on their success in 2012. Around town, youth sports are also underway and we want to help share all the great moments and highlights from this spring with the community. We are looking for athletes, coaches, parents, booster club members and fans who are ready, willing and able to show their team spirit on Canton Patch. News about any team -- high school, middle school, rec. teams, etc. – is welcome! Here's how you can share news about your sports team this fall: 1. Start a blog about your sports team: Share stats, recaps, photos and/or videos from the game in your own sports blog. Discuss the team, coaches and players with other …
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
The Canton High boys' ice hockey and swimming teams were awarded sportsmanship trophies by the Hockomock League.
The Canton High School boys' ice hockey and swimming teams were recently awarded sportsmanship trophies from the Hockomock League for the winter sports season. Brian Brooks, Rich Nee, Pat Ward and Kyle Powers have been named Hockomock League all-star selections for boys' ice hockey. Mike Denehy was named an honorable mention selection. Obi Nwankwo was selected to the boys' indoor track team, while Craig Millis was named as honorable mention selection. For the girls' team, Lauren Berman and Mellyn Costello were girls' all-star selection and Amanda Eagles was an honorable mention pick. Sam Larson was named to the boys' basketball all-star team, while Andrew Mansfield was an honorable mention selection. Gabby Kendfick was an honorable …
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Find out what trails are open right in your own back yard in Canton.
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Find out what trails are open right in your own back yard in Canton.
Friday, March 22, 2013
Beers, wings and slam dunks! It's tournament time—here's where to catch all the games.
Don't have enough TV screens to keep up with your March Madness bracket? There are plenty of viewing options in and around Canton. Here are just a few of the places to catch the madness: Halfway Cafe 95 Washington St., Canton 781-821-0944 Mick Morgan's 973 Providence Hwy., Sharon 781-806-006 The Raven's Nest 998 Main St., Walpole 508-734-9377 Too busy to stop by your favorite local sports joint? Download the March Madness Live app to watch on the go from your mobile device. Where are you watching March Madness this year? Tell us in the comments!
Find out what trails are open right in your own back yard here in Canton.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
Are you running in the Boston Marathon this year? Fill out the form below to submit your profile to Canton Patch—make sure to email a photo to canton@patch.com—and we'll print the profiles before the 2013 Boston Marathon.
Are you running in the Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15? Fill out the form above to submit your profile to North Reading Patch and email a photo of yourself running to canton@patch.com and we'll print the profiles before the 2013 Boston Marathon.
Judy Jenkins
8:09 am on Sunday, April 14, 2013
I still can't believe you haven't listed Tim Lund. Is anyone reading these comments? more ›