Injury doesn't get in the way for Wachusett's Ayres

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent PRINCETON/STERLING — When Wachusett Regional High’s Jesse Ayres tore her meniscus in November 2022 and had surgery the following March, there was deep concern that her 2023 varsity soccer season would be hanging in the…

Mountview Middle School Mustangs

By Kristen B. Payson Editor HOLDEN — The Mountview Middle School Mustangs recently captured the first Wachusett District Middle School Championship. Nineteen players from seventh and eighth grade make up the girls soccer team: Goalie Emma Sposato #1; captain Emma…

Wachusett field hockey advances to MIAA Final Four

By John Orrell Landmark Correspondent HOLDEN — For the second consecutive year, the Wachusett Regional High girls varsity field hockey team has punched its ticket to a berth in the MIAA Division1 Tournament Final 4, this time with a 4-2…

Lace up for annual 5K Turkey Trot

Kristen Payson HOLDEN — The Be Like Brit Foundation’s annual 5K Turkey Trot, held annually on Thanksgiving morning, has changed locations this year. Runners should report to the new venue, 7 Saws Brewing Company, at 112 Industrial Drive. Parking is…

Wachusett girls soccer comes up short

By John OrrellLandmark Correspondent HOLDEN — Hearts were broken all across Hal Lane Field Nov. 3 when the Wachusett Regional High girls varsity soccer team dropped a nail-biter, 1-0, in a contest that was decided after 80 minutes of regulation,…

Wachusett Youth Football ends memorable season

By Danielle Ray Landmark Correspondent Although they did not end up with a state championship win this past Sunday, the Wachusett Youth Football 12U team has secured its place in local sports history. The team of 36 athletes won the…