Finally processed half of the MA all state cross country photos.
Click here for girls races D1 & D2 photos by George
I'll post the boys photos in a few days.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Alumni Party
There were probably 100 people at the alumni party this evening. People kept coming and going. Here are a few pictures which are of only a fraction of the people who came.
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| From NSHS Alumni party 23 Nov. 2011 |
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| From NSHS Alumni party 23 Nov. 2011 |
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| From NSHS Alumni party 23 Nov. 2011 |
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
NS Alumni party tomorrow, Wednesday
The NSHS XC / T&F alumni party is tomorrow, Wednesday, at the Finches from 6-9. It is an informal potluck organized by Steven. He says he has gotten the alumni to facebook this around. You can Email me for directions. GeorgeTToad -at- gmail. Looking forward to seeing everyone. Hopefully, everyone makes it home from out of state with the rain storm tomorrow.
Any parents of alum who read this and hung out at meets as NS fans are also welcome.
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(All State XC photos to be posted over the weekend).
NSHS XC 1966:
Any parents of alum who read this and hung out at meets as NS fans are also welcome.
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(All State XC photos to be posted over the weekend).
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| From Newton Running Times |
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| From Newton Running Times |
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| From Newton Running Times |
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| From Newton Running Times |
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| From Newton South Running Times |
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| From Newton South Running Times |
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| From Newton South Running Times |
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| From Newton South Running Times |
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| From Newton South Running Times |
NSHS XC 1966:
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| From Newton South Running Times |
Saturday, November 19, 2011
All State XC Championships
The XC All States were today at Franklin Park.
Click here for full results
Photos of all four races and of many teams to come.
The NS girls team finished 16th.
Allen Shiu finished 49th overall in the boys D1 championship in 16:53. Allen was the 2nd fastest sophomore in the race.
Click here for full results
Photos of all four races and of many teams to come.
The NS girls team finished 16th.
Allen Shiu finished 49th overall in the boys D1 championship in 16:53. Allen was the 2nd fastest sophomore in the race.
Friday, November 18, 2011
All State XC Meet Sat.@ Franklin Park
Just a reminder that the all state XC meet is at Franklin Park tomorrow Saturday 19 Nov.
Newton South girls team has qualified and Allen Shiu has qualified as an individual for the boys.
The girls team is ranked 8th in division 1 in the state as of 13 Nov. See:
http://www.mstca.org/Fall_Season/Fall%202011/11-16-11%20for%20Chris.html
Boys rankings:
http://www.mstca.org/Fall_Season/Fall%202011/Boys%2011_13%202011%20Pollwoods.html
Girls’ Division 2 – 11:00 a.m.
Girls’ Division 1 – 11:30 a.m.
Boys’ Division 2 – 12:00 p.m.
Boys’ Division 1 – 12:30 p.m.
Awards Ceremony Approximately 1:30 P.M. at the conclusion of races.
Newton South girls team has qualified and Allen Shiu has qualified as an individual for the boys.
The girls team is ranked 8th in division 1 in the state as of 13 Nov. See:
http://www.mstca.org/Fall_Season/Fall%202011/11-16-11%20for%20Chris.html
Boys rankings:
http://www.mstca.org/Fall_Season/Fall%202011/Boys%2011_13%202011%20Pollwoods.html
Girls’ Division 2 – 11:00 a.m.
Girls’ Division 1 – 11:30 a.m.
Boys’ Division 2 – 12:00 p.m.
Boys’ Division 1 – 12:30 p.m.
Awards Ceremony Approximately 1:30 P.M. at the conclusion of races.
A plaque and medals will be presented to the winning Team Champion and Team Finalist in each division.
Medals will be awarded to the first fifteen- (15) finishers in each race.
Medals will be awarded to the first fifteen- (15) finishers in each race.
Captain's Report 2
By Hannah Friedman and Anna Laurence
This past Saturday, the members of Newton South Girls Cross-Country stepped to the line prepared to dance. It was a perfect day for a race: crisp and sunny, the kind of day runners hope for. The best part of standing on that line before the gun went off was knowing how far we had come from the first day of pre-season two months earlier. As such a young team, we had no idea what we could accomplish. Everyone stepped up this season and improved both mentally and physically. The dedication and growth of the team brought us to EMass on Saturday.
When the gun went off, seven girls excited to run flew off the line. The start was brutal; several girls from other teams fell in the first few hundred meters of the race, but the girls of Newton South Cross-Country held their own. We had to get out fast that day, a task in which most of us succeeded. Those who did not get out quite as fast as they had hoped still made up quite a bit of ground throughout the race. It’s a good thing they did because without their help, we might not be headed for the All-State Meet right now.
Saturday was full of surprises. A lot of teams came to compete, which was reflected in the team scores with a five-point spread between the second and fourth place teams. Fourth place came down to a tiebreaker. Steve always mentions the importance of the sixth and seventh runners on a cross-country team. That day, we lived it. Margalit didn’t back down in the face of talented competition. It was her determination we have to thank directly for getting us to the All-State Meet, helping us clench fourth place, the last spot that makes it to the All-State Meet. The growth of this team and its cooperation played a large role as well. The girls on this team would do anything for each other, and we’re not giving up.
This Saturday, Anna, Anna, Lucrecia, Emily, Hannah, Laura, Margalit, Leah, Leda, Naomi, and Sarina will step to the line in Franklin Park yet again, hungry for more. Not all of us can physically race on Saturday, but spiritually, every single one of us will be flying over the course. That includes each and every member of our team, not just the girls who made it to All-States. The girls of NSXC have all given so much dedication to the team this season, and it’s with an army of supporters, whether present on Saturday or not, that we will charge forward when the gun goes off.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
NS running Alumni party
The Newton South XC, T&F Alumni party will be held again at the Finches house on Wednesday, 23 Nov. from 6 to 9. Pass the word.
Sorry to recent alumni for not covering the past XC college season. Perhaps, someone can help. Cliff, Sam? The nationals are this coming weekend. Bridget Dahlberg, NS 09, will represent BC at the D1 championships in Indiana. Andrew Wortham, NS 09, will rep Bates and Yuji Wakimoto, NS 10, U. Rochester at the D3 championship in Wisconsin. Who did I miss?
Sorry to recent alumni for not covering the past XC college season. Perhaps, someone can help. Cliff, Sam? The nationals are this coming weekend. Bridget Dahlberg, NS 09, will represent BC at the D1 championships in Indiana. Andrew Wortham, NS 09, will rep Bates and Yuji Wakimoto, NS 10, U. Rochester at the D3 championship in Wisconsin. Who did I miss?
Sunday, November 13, 2011
State Div. meet Captain's report
by David Wortham:
During the week of training preceding the emass states meet, the word “last” was on all of our minds. It was to be David and Dan’s last cross country meet of high school, Pat’s last meet of his freshman year, and Allen, Collin, Dylan and Michael’s last chance to PR before the end of the season.
As we jogged around Franklin Park early Saturday morning, a last race mentality took us over. The race became more about personal goals than team goals. We all wanted to set our bests. One member of the team, however, was after more than just a personal record.
Crossing the finish line in 16:54 brought anxiety to Allen rather than relief. He knew he had run a fast race, successfully executing his plan of staying with Acton Boxboro’s Tim Cox, but preventing Allen from relaxing was a persistent thought: Did I make the all-state meet? As we cooled down Allen told us he was happy to have broken the seventeen minute barrier at Franklin Park. He did not believe, however, that he had placed in the top ten individual performers that would qualify for the next meet. When asked about what place he had finished overall, a modest Allen responded, “Around thirtieth”. Thirtieth place would not have been fast enough to advance; fortunately Allen’s estimate was off.
The smile on Coach Norton’s face after scouring the rankings told a different story than Allen’s cool down recap. Allen had made it, and although he was not thrilled to train for another week, he was proud and happy.
The 2011 Newton South team, one without David Melly to lead us, placed higher than last year at emass. Allen has risen to fill the void left by Melly as top runner. Although we believed that Saturday would be our final meet, the team will be in season until we watch our leader cross his final finish line.
During the week of training preceding the emass states meet, the word “last” was on all of our minds. It was to be David and Dan’s last cross country meet of high school, Pat’s last meet of his freshman year, and Allen, Collin, Dylan and Michael’s last chance to PR before the end of the season.
As we jogged around Franklin Park early Saturday morning, a last race mentality took us over. The race became more about personal goals than team goals. We all wanted to set our bests. One member of the team, however, was after more than just a personal record.
Crossing the finish line in 16:54 brought anxiety to Allen rather than relief. He knew he had run a fast race, successfully executing his plan of staying with Acton Boxboro’s Tim Cox, but preventing Allen from relaxing was a persistent thought: Did I make the all-state meet? As we cooled down Allen told us he was happy to have broken the seventeen minute barrier at Franklin Park. He did not believe, however, that he had placed in the top ten individual performers that would qualify for the next meet. When asked about what place he had finished overall, a modest Allen responded, “Around thirtieth”. Thirtieth place would not have been fast enough to advance; fortunately Allen’s estimate was off.
The smile on Coach Norton’s face after scouring the rankings told a different story than Allen’s cool down recap. Allen had made it, and although he was not thrilled to train for another week, he was proud and happy.
The 2011 Newton South team, one without David Melly to lead us, placed higher than last year at emass. Allen has risen to fill the void left by Melly as top runner. Although we believed that Saturday would be our final meet, the team will be in season until we watch our leader cross his final finish line.
Saturday, November 12, 2011
State Divisional XC Championships 2011
Click here for full results in Coolrunning.com
A beautiful cool windy day for cross country racing.
Newton South Boys finished 13th team out of 23 in the division 1 race. There are 6 divisions by school size in the eastern MA championships. Allen qualified for the all state meet next week at Franklin Park.
13. 318 points Newton South (17:44 ave., 1:28:40 total) =========================================
1, 19 Allen Shiu 16:54
2, 53 Collin Pham 17:37
3, 73 David Wortham 17:55
4, 75 Dylan Shuler 17:56
5, 98 Pat Mahoney 18:18
6, (112) Michael Costello 18:38
7, (133) Daniel Cutright 19:26
Newton South girls finished 4th team out of 17 in the division 1 race. The first 7 teams were very close being separated by only 32 points. Newton south tied with Haverill for 4th with 122 points but got 4th because our 6th runner beat their 6th runner. This qualified the team to run in the championship race next week. Haverill still qualified as a wild card for next week.
4. 122 points Newton South (20:26 ave., 1:42:10 total) ===========================================
1 9 Anna Rhatigan 19:47
2 10 Lucrecia Aguilar 19:47
3 15 Anna Laurence 20:01
4 35 Emily Caggiano 21:02
5 53 Hannah Friedman 21:33
6 ( 67) Margalit Glasgow 22:09
7 ( 84) Leda Olia 22:43
Teams captains: please submit your stories to GeorgeTToad at gmail. That sounds like an order.
Click here for photos by George
Click here for NS photos by Martin Shiu
- recommend using full screen view-
My photos (George) are boys D1, D2, D3 and girls D1. Then, the battery died. I guess I wasn't a boy scout. ( These are not just NS)Click here for NS photos by Martin Shiu
- recommend using full screen view-
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| From MA state eastern Divisional XC championships |
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| From MA state eastern Divisional XC championships |
A beautiful cool windy day for cross country racing.
Newton South Boys finished 13th team out of 23 in the division 1 race. There are 6 divisions by school size in the eastern MA championships. Allen qualified for the all state meet next week at Franklin Park.
13. 318 points Newton South (17:44 ave., 1:28:40 total) =========================================
1, 19 Allen Shiu 16:54
2, 53 Collin Pham 17:37
3, 73 David Wortham 17:55
4, 75 Dylan Shuler 17:56
5, 98 Pat Mahoney 18:18
6, (112) Michael Costello 18:38
7, (133) Daniel Cutright 19:26
Newton South girls finished 4th team out of 17 in the division 1 race. The first 7 teams were very close being separated by only 32 points. Newton south tied with Haverill for 4th with 122 points but got 4th because our 6th runner beat their 6th runner. This qualified the team to run in the championship race next week. Haverill still qualified as a wild card for next week.
4. 122 points Newton South (20:26 ave., 1:42:10 total) ===========================================
1 9 Anna Rhatigan 19:47
2 10 Lucrecia Aguilar 19:47
3 15 Anna Laurence 20:01
4 35 Emily Caggiano 21:02
5 53 Hannah Friedman 21:33
6 ( 67) Margalit Glasgow 22:09
7 ( 84) Leda Olia 22:43
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| From MA state eastern Divisional XC championships |
Teams captains: please submit your stories to GeorgeTToad at gmail. That sounds like an order.
Friday, November 11, 2011
State Divisional Championships - Saturday
The eastern MA state divisional championships are Saturday 12 Nov. at Franklin Park.
9:00 a.m. Boys’ Division 1
9:25 a.m. Boys’ Division 2
9:50 a.m. Boys’ Division 3
10:15 a.m. Girls’ Division 1
10:40 a.m. Girls’ Division 2
11:05 a.m. Girls’ Division 3
11:35 a.m. Boys’ Division 4
12:00 p.m. Boys’ Division 5
12:25 p.m. Boys’ Division 6
12:50 p.m. Girls’ Division 4
1:15 p.m. Girls’ Division 5
1:40 p.m. Girls’ Division 6
Each school may list ten (10) boys/girls, seven (7) of whom will be allowed to compete. The first five (5) boys/girls to finish will score for their schools. Five (5) boys/girls must leave starting box and finish for a team to score.
Athletes should come dressed in proper school uniform, (school colors - jersey and shorts) ready to compete. The Uniform Rule will be strictly enforced. In case of inclement weather the Tournament Director MAY modify the Uniform Rule but “solid color” for all clothing worn in addition to the school issued uniform will be required.
State Meet - 19 Nov. Qualifications: Eastern MA: Boys and Girls - (Div. I - Large Schools)
Top four (4) teams from Division 1, 2 & 3 sectional Top ten (10) individuals from Division 1, 2 & 3 - not on one of the qualifying teams One - 5th place team with best time from Division 1, 2 or 3 – (Wildcard)
9:00 a.m. Boys’ Division 1
9:25 a.m. Boys’ Division 2
9:50 a.m. Boys’ Division 3
10:15 a.m. Girls’ Division 1
10:40 a.m. Girls’ Division 2
11:05 a.m. Girls’ Division 3
11:35 a.m. Boys’ Division 4
12:00 p.m. Boys’ Division 5
12:25 p.m. Boys’ Division 6
12:50 p.m. Girls’ Division 4
1:15 p.m. Girls’ Division 5
1:40 p.m. Girls’ Division 6
Each school may list ten (10) boys/girls, seven (7) of whom will be allowed to compete. The first five (5) boys/girls to finish will score for their schools. Five (5) boys/girls must leave starting box and finish for a team to score.
Athletes should come dressed in proper school uniform, (school colors - jersey and shorts) ready to compete. The Uniform Rule will be strictly enforced. In case of inclement weather the Tournament Director MAY modify the Uniform Rule but “solid color” for all clothing worn in addition to the school issued uniform will be required.
State Meet - 19 Nov. Qualifications: Eastern MA: Boys and Girls - (Div. I - Large Schools)
Top four (4) teams from Division 1, 2 & 3 sectional Top ten (10) individuals from Division 1, 2 & 3 - not on one of the qualifying teams One - 5th place team with best time from Division 1, 2 or 3 – (Wildcard)
Sunday, November 6, 2011
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