Phillips Andover's Jonathan Santucci is one of those athletes whose baseball life has been frozen in time. He, along with every other spring school student-athlete, has no choice but to ponder when he will play competitively again. As of now, that timetable remains anyone's guess. “I have come to … [Read more...]
Prep report: Belmont Hill has collected ISL titles under coach Mike Grant
At Belmont Hill, winning big is considered the norm. Arguably the most successful prep school program in Massachusetts over the past decade, the Sextants have applied a standard for all others to follow. They are the defending champions in what many consider the most talented division in New … [Read more...]
Prep report: Roxbury Latin on a 4-year rise in the ISL
Over the past couple of seasons, time has shown Roxbury Latin School to be a team on the fast track. Since 2017, the Foxes have gradually raised their level of play to the point where they now find themselves in the conversation as being a viable contender within the always demanding Independent … [Read more...]
Prep preview: Salisbury has sights on reclaiming WNEPBL crown
Kevin Huber admits his Salisbury School baseball team lacked pitching depth last season. Yet the Crimson Knights still ended up winning the Young Division of Western New England Prep Baseball League (WNEPBL) for a third consecutive year. However, Salisbury's bid to win the overall league title last … [Read more...]
Prep preview: Improved Tabor Academy looks the part of an ISL contender
Last season, Tabor Academy fielded a team hampered by limited experience. But projections for the upcoming season tell a different story. The bulk of that inexperienced squad from a year ago has matured and should provide a positive rise in the overall level of talent once the campaign gets … [Read more...]
Prep preview: Pingree’s lack of vets creates opportunity for young players
The overall appearance of Pingree School’s baseball program will have a different look and feel in 2020. Departed faces have been replaced by new ones as the Highlanders return just seven from last year's group. While some may reflect on the lack of veteran bodies which might overshadow the upcoming … [Read more...]
