New Canaan, Greenwich, St. Joseph in football’s Top 10 heading into November

When Southington scored a two-point conversion late in the fourth quarter at top-ranked Greenwich on Sept. 24 to pull out a dramatic 29-28 comeback victory, that resulted in Southington vaulting up five spots to No. 1 in the state poll which was released two days later. Southington still maintains that No. 1 ranking. Southington and … Read more

St. Joseph football responds with decisive win over Ridgefield behind Jordan’s 3 TDs

TRUMBULL— After suffering its first loss of the season to No. 4 Greenwich a week ago, the St. Joseph football team bounced back in dominant fashion with a 27-0 win over Ridgefield. The Hogs dominated with 360 yards of total offense, 242 yards coming on the ground and 118 in the air. The defense was able … Read more

Milligan, defense rule in No. 2 New Canaan’s win over Wilton

WILTON — Tucker Milligan’s 99-yard interception return for a touchdown against Wilton surprised even New Canaan football coach Lou Marinelli. But it wasn’t that Milligan or the Rams’ defense could make a big play. “I didn’t realize he was that fast,” Marinelli said with a laugh. Milligan’s long pick six was just one of the … Read more

Greenwich football holds off Trumbull as receivers Wailgum, Gennarelli step up

GREENWICH — One top Greenwich receiver tried but couldn’t go Thursday night in a football game against Trumbull. Players moved up the depth chart. The Cardinals needed big performances from them. They showed up. James Wailgum caught two touchdown passes from Jack Wilson, Gavyn Gennarelli caught one and the Cardinals won 37-24 at Cardinals Stadium. … Read more

Staples football cruises to victory over Danbury behind 2 TDs each from Fiala, Smith

WESTPORT — The Staples football team chewed up more than 7:30 on its opening drive Friday night, culminating with a 1-yard touchdown plunge from quarterback Caleb Smith. It was a sign of things to come. The Wreckers dominated on homecoming, rolling over Danbury 42-21. Click here for the complete story

Faced with another rally, Wilson and No. 5 Greenwich put brakes on No. 6 St. Joseph

GREENWICH — That a 16-point lead was whittled down to just three with plenty of time remaining might have been unnerving for any team. Having gone through it already — and lost — the team formerly known as No. 1 Greenwich was determined not to let it happen again. Or, as senior quarterback Jack Wilson … Read more

Norwalk football celebrates Pete Tucci, Cam Edwards at UConn football game

The Connecticut High School Coaches Association (CHSCA) recognized its Hall of Fame class of 2022 at UConn’s football against Fresno State at Rentschler Field on Saturday. FCIAC coaches included in this year’s class are Rob Murray, Danbury’s boys cross country and track and field coach, and Pete Tucci, the football and baseball coach from Norwalk … Read more

Wilton football turns up defense in defeating McMahon, sparked by McLauglin’s interception return

WILTON—Despite entering their homecoming game 3-0, the Wilton football team felt it had yet to play its best. Midway through the first quarter, McMahon was getting the better of the Warriors but one play changed everything. Leading by three, the Senators were in prime position to go up by more after an interception by Adrian … Read more