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MHS Girls Soccer rated as #3 Nationally

Posted on September 30, 2026 | Leave a comment

Medfield High School Girls Soccer rated tied for 3rd nationally by SOCCERWIRE.COM. This is the 2025 team –

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“Sunday sitdown: Coach Mark Nickerson” in Globe

Posted on April 5, 2026 | Comments Off on “Sunday sitdown: Coach Mark Nickerson” in Globe

Globe article about Mark Nickerson –

Sunday sitdown: Coach Mark Nickerson on how Medfield girls’ basketball rose to dynasty status

By Trevor Hass Globe Correspondent,Updated April 4, 2026, 5:21 p.m.

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Mark Nickerson has led Medfield to five state championships, including the last three in Division 2, since taking over the program in 2004.
Mark Nickerson has led Medfield to five state championships, including the last three in Division 2, since taking over the program in 2004. Ken McGagh for The Boston Globe

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MHS teams in best sports photos article in Globe

Posted on March 27, 2026 | Comments Off on MHS teams in best sports photos article in Globe

From the Boston Globe – https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/25/sports/best-of-winter-high-school-photos/

Photo gallery: Best of winter 2025-26 from Massachusetts high school students

By John Vitti Globe Staff,Updated March 25, 2026, 8:00 a.m.

Medfield starters Abby Broderick (left) Tess Baacke (center), and Paige Henebry support their teammates during an 85-37 win over visiting Bellingham on Jan. 9, 2026.James Hurley/Medfield High School

Medfield’s Owen Fessenden (right) dives for the puck during a 3-2 overtime loss to Westwood on Dec. 20, 2025, at Canton Ice House.Ariana DiNatale/Medfield High School

Medfield captain Matt Dickson (10) celebrates while heading toward the locker room after a 5–0 win over Nauset in the MIAA Division 3 semifinal on March 8, 2026, at Gallo Arena.Maria Barros/Medfield High School

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Girls’ Basketball – still undefeated, Still Rated #1, & Still Winning by +20/Game

Posted on January 21, 2026 | Comments Off on Girls’ Basketball – still undefeated, Still Rated #1, & Still Winning by +20/Game

From the Boston Globe this afternoon –

HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS’ BASKETBALL

Globe Top 20 girls’ basketball poll: Unbeaten Medfield continues to set the pace

By Trevor Hass Globe Correspondent,Updated January 20, 2026, 3:00 a.m.

MARK STOCKWELL FOR THE BOSTON GLOBE

Medfield, fresh off two dominant victories over out-of-state foes at the Hoophall Invitational, has won every game by 20-plus points and still has the No. 1 spot in the Globe’s Top 20 girls’ basketball poll as a result.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/01/20/sports/eastern-mass-girls-basketball-globe-top-20/?event=event12

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Love Medfield. Here are some meaningful ways to support it!

Posted on November 19, 2025 | Comments Off on Love Medfield. Here are some meaningful ways to support it!

Fueling Medfield:

Your Gift Makes Everything Run.

As the holiday season—the true time of giving—begins, we know you’re looking for meaningful ways to support your town.

You may know us best for our upcoming Angel Run 5K, but the Medfield Foundation is so much more than a race! We are a dedicated engine supporting countless local initiatives right here in Medfield.

The Medfield Foundation has raised $5.5 million since its inception to directly impact the lives of Medfield’s residents.

This year, you don’t have to cross a finish line to make a profound difference. Please consider giving to support all that the Medfield Foundation does.

Your donation today ensures our momentum continues, funding the crucial programs that make Medfield a wonderful place to live for everyone.

Thank you for your generosity this time of year!

Donate       

There is still time to register for the 2025 Angel Run!

We are officially counting down the days until the Angel Run 5K—get ready to experience the most festive, feel-good event of the holiday season!

Register    

Here’s what we do at The Medfield Foundation…

Provide Support

We have helped over 50 local non-profit initiative through our charitable platform, to support their fundraising efforts, such as Hinkley Helpers most recently.

Raise Funds

We support Medfield residents directly, two examples: our Community Assistance Fund, helps local folks in need via emergency assistance, and our Camp Fund, sending local kids to summer camps.

Make an Impact

Through the foundation’s Legacy Fund, a professionally managed endowment, we support community driven projects, through an annual grant program. Nearly $100,000 has been granted to local organizations like Medfield Outreach, Sustainable Medfield, and The Peak House Heritage Center, to name just a few.

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Angel Run shirt deadline is 11/2

Posted on October 31, 2025 | Comments Off on Angel Run shirt deadline is 11/2

Celebrating 20 Years of the Angel Run! 🎉 In 2006, family and friends of Natasha Domeshek came together to honor her memory through a heartfelt community event — the very first Angel Run. 💙 What began as a tribute to a beloved third grader has grown into a cherished holiday tradition that brings our community together, continuing the Angel Run’s mission to support families and spread joy across our town.

Join us! 🏃‍♀️✨ Sunday, December 7th at 11:30 AM👉 Register before November 2nd to get this years commemorative shirt!: angelrun.medfieldfoundation.org/about

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Medfield Foundation Angel Run 12/7

Posted on October 24, 2025 | Comments Off on Medfield Foundation Angel Run 12/7

Register by 11/2 to get the shirt –

We're here to talk about the Angel Run! Raise your hand if you've ever heard of the Angel Run. Raise your hand if you've ever been to the Angel Run? The Medfield Foundation Angel Run is a very festive 5K Race or Fun Run! The streets are all decorated, There’s entertainment along the way, like… And people cheering to rally you on! People get dressed up in costumes, you can run or walk, bring a stroller, people even bring their dog! At the finish line, there’s a Party with food and drinks. It’s really fun and it’s a fundraiser to raise money for charity. It’s happening on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Medfield High School. This year, you can make a team with your family, friends or even your class: Your teachers will be handing out a flyer to take home so you can learn more information and register. Tell your parents to register by November 2, 2025 so you can get a free shirt! We’re going to show you a video so you can learn more about it. We’ll walk around after that and you can ask us any questions. We hope to see you there!!

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National Soccer Group Rates MHS Girls Soccer as #11 in Country

Posted on September 12, 2025 | Comments Off on National Soccer Group Rates MHS Girls Soccer as #11 in Country

Girls High School Rankings: Second National Poll Released for Fall 2025 – SoccerWireSoccerWire
Medfield (Medfield, Mass.) NR, 2-0-0. 12, Albertus Magnus (Bardonia, N.Y.), 12, 1-0-0. 13, Hope Christian (Albuquerque, N.M.), 18, 6-0-0. 14, Franklin .

Sep 11, 2025

Girls High School Rankings: Second National Poll Released for Fall 2025

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(Pictured Above: Sacred Heart Academy from Louisville, KY rises up to No. 3 this week, up from No. 9.)

United Soccer Coaches released the newest set of Girls High School Rankings for the Fall 2025 season.

New Jersey’s Rutgers Prep remains at No. 1 this week. They’re followed by Indiana’s Hamilton Southeastern at No. 2, Sacred Heart Academy from Kentucky at No. 3, Massachusetts side Wellesley at No. 4, and Oregon’s Jesuit rounding out the Top 5.

See below for a full look at the Top 25.

Girls High School National Poll 2

RankSchoolPrevW-L-T
1Rutgers Prep (Somerset, N.J.)12-0-0
2Hamilton Southeastern (Fishers, Ind.)29-0-0
3Sacred Heart Academy (Louisville, Ky.)99-0-1
4Wellesley (Wellesley, Mass.)131-0-0
5Jesuit (Portland, Ore.)112-0-0
6Ward Melville (East Setuaket, N.Y.)60-0-0
7Mechanicsburg (Mechanicsburg, Pa.)NR5-0-0
8McDonogh School (Owings Mills, Md.)142-0-0
9Perrysburg (Perrysburg, Ohio)NR6-0-0
10Lake Stevens (Lake Stevens, Wash.)140-0-0
11Medfield (Medfield, Mass.)NR2-0-0
12Albertus Magnus (Bardonia, N.Y.)121-0-0

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MYBS Parade

Posted on May 14, 2025 | Comments Off on MYBS Parade

MYBS held its opening day parade on Sunday, May 4.

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New Life & Soles 5K – 4/27

Posted on March 15, 2025 | Comments Off on New Life & Soles 5K – 4/27

New Life Furniture Bank of MA and Soles of Medfield 

Announce 5K/10K Run and Fun Run

Medfield, MA – March 17, 2025 – New Life Furniture Bank of MA, in partnership with the running club Soles of Medfield, is proud to announce the second annual New Life 5K/10K Run and Fun Run, taking place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at McCarthy Park & Fields (44 Hospital Hill Road). This community-driven event welcomes participants of all abilities—from competitive runners to casual walkers, as well as those with dogs or strollers—for a day of fitness, philanthropy, fun.

The event will begin at 9:00 AM with a Fun Run, providing an excellent opportunity for younger participants and families to get involved. At 9:30 AM, the 5K and 10K races will commence, offering a challenge for seasoned runners, while also accommodating those who prefer a more relaxed pace. Official timed results will be provided by Second Wind.

This event offers an opportunity to not only challenge oneself physically but also to support an important cause. Proceeds will directly benefit New Life Furniture Bank of MA, helping provide essential furniture and household items to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness. Additionally, 10% of funds raised will support the Soles of Medfield Scholarship Fund, reinforcing the event’s broader mission of community enrichment.

“Every step taken on race day contributes to the journey of a family transitioning out of homelessness,” said Andy Crossley, Executive Director of New Life Furniture Bank. “Whether participants are running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event fosters a sense of unity and purpose.”

To register and learn more, please visit newlifefb.org/race.

New Life Furniture Bank of MA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families in need by providing essential furniture and household items at no cost through a network of referring agencies. The organization envisions a future where no one is forced to live, eat, or sleep on the floor. Through the generosity of donors and volunteers, New Life transforms empty spaces into homes, restoring dignity and comfort to those in transition. To support, donate, or volunteer with New Life Furniture Bank, please visit newlifefb.org.

Soles of Medfield is an inclusive community group of runners of all distances and all paces.  Learn more at www.solesofmedfield.run

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