Sunday, October 7, 2012
The Friends of Andover Tennis will host its Casino Night auction fundraiser in one week from this Saturday in downtown Andover to ultimately fund renovated tennis courts at Andover High School.
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Sunday, October 7, 2012
This was provided by the Friends of Andover Tennis. The Friends of Andover Tennis will host its Casino Night auction fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., in downtown Andover at the Town House Function Hall (Old Town Hall) in support of the AHS tennis court renovation project. Our casual-attire event will feature a silent auction, casino games for door prizes, fun attractions, a cash bar, delicious light catered food, live music, and entertainment by acclaimed comedian Tony V! Event details are available at www.friendsofandovertennis.org under “October Auction Fundraiser.” Register and make your $50 or more ticket donation through our secure website link to the drop-down menu of charitable funds sponsored by ECCF.* …
Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Here are several ways you can make sure your sports teams are highlighted on Andover Patch.
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Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Fall sports will soon be kicking into high gear and Andover Patch wants to help you share every exciting moment with the community. We are looking for athletes, coaches, parents, booster club members and fans who are ready, willing and able to share their team spirit on 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: 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 fans in the community. 2. Upload pictures and video of your team to our gallery: Snap an awesome photo at the game? Catch the winning touchdown on video? Upload it …
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
This Friday dogs are allowed in the pool at the Andover/North Andover YMCA.
It's exactly what it sounds like. Doggie Dip. The folks over at the Andover/North Andover YMCA want area residents to come by this Friday evening to take their dog for a swim. Before the pool is drained for the summer, the YMCA has invited area dogs to come by for a swim in the pristine pools at the facility. Doggie Dip is happening this Friday, Aug. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Andover/North Andover YMCA pool. The YMCA is charging $20 a dog and all proceeds benefit the Reach Out for Youth and Families Scholarship Fund. Proof of rabies vaccination required.
Monday, August 13, 2012
The Andover boys took down St. John's Prep in a tournament over the weekend.
The Golden Warriors basketball team has taken the win over St. John's Prep this past Saturday at the Hoops for Hope tournament as a great start to the season, according to an article in the Eagle Tribune. Andover defeated St. John's 57-46 in the annual tournament. Andover stars Chris Dunn and Sam Dowden stood out during the game with Dunn scoring an all-time high of 20 points and Dowden putting back 16 points, in addition to his many rebounds. Read the full article on the Eagle Tribune website.
Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Andover has filled the spot of former athletic director Chris Bergeron.
The Andover High School athletic program has received a new leader. Following the resignation of Chris Bergeron, the town has hired Don Doucette to take over as Andover High School's new athletic director, according to an article in the Boston Herald. Doucette had been working as the athletic director for the Hamilton-Wenham public school system when he was hired by the town of Andover. Doucette has more than 25 years experience coaching basketball and was able to lead Hamilton-Wenham's athletic program to success, despite an all fee-based system. Read the full article on the Boston Herald website.
Friday, July 27, 2012
A group of young Andover boys went across state lines and snagged a championship this past weekend.
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Friday, July 27, 2012
The Andover U-9 Blue boys baseball team won the Salem, N.H. Summer Slam Tournament this past Monday, July 23. The boys ended with a 5-1 victory in the final game. The team was lead by 14 players who all contributed consistently throughout the 6 tournament games, according to one parent. The players include Stephen Ingram, Aidan Cammann, Ryan Grecco, Anthony Tiberio, Matthew Theriault, Conor Moses, Jake Brezner, James Mahoney, Jack Cloutier, Nicholas Cantalupo, Luke Poirier, Terry Morrissey, Vincent Giurleo and Ryan Rigazio.
Thursday, July 26, 2012
Most skaters at the Andover Skate Park ride skateboards or scooters.
There's a variety of structures at the Andover Skate Park to ride and those who frequent the park find unlimited ways to use these ramps, bowls and boxes to air, grind and speed. In addition to skateboards, scooters have become much more prevelant at the park; just don't call them razors!
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Andover American, one of Andover's little league baseball teams, lost in the sectional championship game on Sunday against powerhouse Acton-Boxborough.
The Andover American Little League Baseball team showed a lot of heart this season and made it to the sectional championships this year to face Acton-Boxborough. But the team fell to the exceptional opponent, whose pitcher struck out 15 Andover batters, according to an article in the Eagle Tribune. Andover American lost to Acton-Boxborough 5-2 in the section championships at Beverly's Harry Ball Baseball Complex. Andover American allowed A-B four runs in the first inning but was able to pull through and gain two runs in the second inning. But A-B's star pitcher Jack McOsker was too much for the Andover American team. Read the full article on the Eagle Tribune website.
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
The U-14 girls soccer team won the Massachusetts Tournament of Champions this past weekend.
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Tuesday, June 26, 2012
The U14 Division 1 girls team, the Andover Shock, won the Massachusetts Tournament of Champions yesterday at the Mass Youth Soccer complex in Lancaster. The team had to advance through 3 round robin games Friday and Saturday in order to advance to the semifinals on Sunday morning. They secured a 2-0 victory over a very strong Duxbury team, and advanced to the finals against Franklin. As one of the most memorable games in Andover Soccer Association history, the team battled back from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3. Just 2 minutes into the game, Franklin scored their first goal, and at 5 minutes in, the second. Their third goal at 25 minutes in would have had most spectators and players believing this dream run was over for the Shock. But the…
Monday, June 25, 2012
The boys U-14 soccer team stormed through competition this weekend but eventually fell to Dorchester.
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Monday, June 25, 2012
This was written by Don Borenstein of th Andover Soccer Association. The Andover Soccer Association's U-14 Boys Warriors were runners-up at this past weekend's Massachusetts Tournament of Champions, played at Citizens Bank Fields in Lancaster, MA. After winning the Essex County Championship without conceding a goal, the ASA Warriors advanced to play the winners of the nine other Mass. Youth Soccer regions. The Warriors stormed through group play, winning 2-1, 5-0 and 2-0 against Stoughton, Scituate and Athol. The Warriors faced off against a talented Dartmouth squad in the semi-final but dominated play and won 4-0. They met Dorchester in the final for a hard-fought, physical match, with each team converting on a penalty kick. The …
