GREENWICH — Since edging Longmeadow (Mass.) by one goal on Sept. 21, Darien beat its next eight field hockey opponents by at least three goals or more. That impressive pattern changed a bit Tuesday, but the Blue Wave’s fortunes didn’t. Embroiled in a scoreless tie against FCIAC rival Greenwich at halftime, one goal did the … Read more
There have been several changes to the FCIAC swimming and diving tournament schedule from previous years. The swim trials will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2, and the finals on Tuesday, Nov. 5 , both at Greenwich High School. The diving finals have been moved from Westhill High School, as the pool will be unavailable, … Read more
The FCIAC has consistently been very strong in the fall sports of field hockey and girls’ soccer and the most recent state coaches polls in those sports confirm that is the case once again this fall. Ridgefield and Staples are ranked first and second, respectively, as the FCIAC has three teams ranked among the top … Read more
WESTPORT — The Darien and Staples field hockey teams have built quite a rivalry over the past few seasons, meeting in two state finals and going head-to-head for the FCIAC championship last year. In the aftermath of Darien’s 3-1 win over the Wreckers in Westport on Wednesday, however, Blue Wave senior Molly Hellman was very … Read more
DARIEN — There wasn’t much fanfare when Darien field hockey coach Mo Minicus picked up career victory No. 300 in last Thursday’s season-opening game in Ridgefield. Maybe that’s because the coach and her players were focused on an even more important number: One, as in the first win of the season. Molly McGuckin and Evelyn … Read more
Leaving an enjoyable job is difficult, especially if your a coach like Ally Orrico, who was part of Greenwich’s field hockey program for decades. Orrico, who played for the Cardinals’ field hockey team in high school, then served as coach of the team since 2007, made the difficult decision to step down from her post. … Read more
As is usually the case when the postseason state tournaments and championship meets take place, during this past fall season the FCIAC yet again had significant success as it won nine championships and had a solid .571 winning percentage in the eight combined fall sports. The Greenwich and St. Joseph football teams, Staples field hockey … Read more
Front row, Bridget Mahoney, Darien; Zoe Metalios, Greenwich; Emma Rothkopf, Wilton; Kamryn Spezzano, Brien McMahon; Olivia Hahn, Wilton; Julia Chapell, Stamford; and Kyle Kirby, Staples; back row, Shea van den Broek, Darien; Celia Sokolowski, New Canaan; Isabella Carrozza, Ridgefield; Grace Keefe, Danbury; Grace Cooper, Staples; Katie Elders, Darien; and Elle Fair, Staples. All-FCIAC First Team … Read more
WETHERSFIELD — One of the strengths of the Cheshire field hockey team this season was its stifling defense. The Rams entered the CIAC Class L championship game against Staples with 19 shutouts. Cheshire coach Eileen Wildermann had her team focused on playing a defensive game and it worked in a scoreless first half as the … Read more
Saturday, Nov. 17 Class LL Volleyball Final At East Haven High School, 10 a.m. No. 12 Darien Blue Wave (18-7) vs. No. 10 Amity Spartans (19-6) Where to watch: NFHS Network (subscription) State Finals History Darien: 19th appearance; 17 State Championships; Last title – 2014 vs. Cheshire 3-0 Amity: 17th appearance; 10 State Championships; Last … Read more