DANVERS — Deacon Robillard remembers last year, when St. John's Prep dropped a heartbreaker to Xaverian on Thanksgiving. He also remembers last week, when a late-game interception he threw cemented Needham's upset victory over the Eagles in the Division 1 state semifinal. Robillard played the part of the relief ace Thursday at Fred Glatz Field, taking over for freshman … [Read more...] about Robillard to the rescue as Prep dominates Xaverian
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St. John’s Prep overwhelms Methuen at home
DANVERS — When you’re the favorite, it’s easy to skip steps and take your opponent lightly – that’s how upsets happen. But Friday night at Glatz Field, top-ranked St. John’s Prep took care of business in no time. The Eagles flew away from No. 8 Methuen in a Division 1 showdown. The final score was 44-7 in favor of the hosts. The Prep came out of the gates hot, needing … [Read more...] about St. John’s Prep overwhelms Methuen at home
ROUNDUP: St. John’s Prep football team continues its roll
A month into the season, and the St. John's Prep football team remains perfect (4-0). The Eagles cruised, 28-0, past La Salle (Rhode Island) at Glatz Field in a Saturday matinee. Deacon Robillard ran for 1- and 2-yard rushing scores to lead the hosts. Gael Garcia hauled in a 46-yard touchdown pass from Chris Vargas, while Lucas Pelletier took an interception 28 yards to the … [Read more...] about ROUNDUP: St. John’s Prep football team continues its roll
St. John’s Prep soccer: scorching hot
DANVERS — What a start it’s been for the St. John’s Prep boys soccer team, which stands at 8-0 (press time). Head coach David Crowell said he’s very pleased with the start, but didn’t want to get too ahead of himself or his team. “I am very happy with the success of the team so far. Despite a rash of injuries and an illness that has been running through the team, we have … [Read more...] about St. John’s Prep soccer: scorching hot
WEEK 1 FOOTBALL PREDICTIONS
Joey Barrett - Weekly News Sports Editor Peabody 30 Melrose 6 Bishop Fenwick 10 Marblehead 6 St. John’s Prep 38 Marshfield 12 Mark Aboyoun - Weekly News Sports Staff Peabody 21 Melrose 15 Bishop Fenwick 21 Marblehead 20 St. John’s Prep 26 Marshfield 0 Anne Marie - Weekly News Sports Staff Peabody 34 Melrose 14 Bishop Fenwick … [Read more...] about WEEK 1 FOOTBALL PREDICTIONS