Ernie Higgins, the little old mask-maker If Ernie Higgins had known the man in the iron mask, the long-suffering prisoner might have been a standout in the National Hockey League. … Continue reading Goalies Owe Some Saves to Higgins-November 8, 1977
Milton Developer Plans Indoor Ice Rink for Norwood-July 12, 1972
The proposed 240-by-100-foot steel arena aims to serve youth hockey teams and the public, with an anticipated opening in November 1972.
Martin Life of Norwood’s Party-March 21, 1972
MAN ALONE — St. John’s goaltender Jim Stuart is upset as Norwood players mob Mike Martin, who scored go-ahead goal in Norwood’s 3-1 Division One State championship win. (Frank O’Brien … Continue reading Martin Life of Norwood’s Party-March 21, 1972
Norwood Wins State Title, 3-1-March 21, 1972
1972 Norwood High School Hockey Team - State Champions Row 1: F. Baglione, D. Bayer, F. Carbone, B. Pieri, L. Parker, P. Battles, B. Lawrie, G. Walker. Row 2: Head … Continue reading Norwood Wins State Title, 3-1-March 21, 1972
Norwood Ends Arlington’s reign, Win Division I Title 3-2-March 14, 1972
COMES THE DELUGE — Arlington goalie Chuck Cremens stands dejectedly in the midst of paper fallout. Storm came after Norwood’sGreg Walker scored at the 35-second mark of the first period … Continue reading Norwood Ends Arlington’s reign, Win Division I Title 3-2-March 14, 1972
Norwood, Arlington tip foes set up dream EsMass final-March 12, 1972
By Kevin Wall Globe Staff A tired Billy-Clifford blasted away from the top of the left faceoff circle in sudden death overtime yesterday to carry top-seeded Norwood to a 3-2 … Continue reading Norwood, Arlington tip foes set up dream EsMass final-March 12, 1972
Second Line Key For Norwood in Emass Final-March 15, 1971
The Norwood shift is on for tonight's Eastern Massachusetts Hockey Tournament 7:30 final at Boston Garden that matches the undefeated Bay State League champions against highly regarded Arlington. The reorganized … Continue reading Second Line Key For Norwood in Emass Final-March 15, 1971
Fiberglass Shield Gives Norwood, Martin Big Lift-March 1, 1971
In March 1971, the Norwood High hockey team’s postseason hopes faced a major hurdle when star center Mike Martin was sidelined. Enter local legend Ernie Higgins—the renowned plumber-turned-mask-maker for NHL greats like Gerry Cheevers. By crafting a custom fiberglass shield, Higgins provided the "big lift" Martin needed to return to the ice just in time for the Eastern Mass. Hockey Tournament, cementing another unique chapter in Norwood’s storied sports history.
Bruins’ Johnston Wears New Face—Thanks to Norwood Expert Ernie Higgins-December 16, 1968
THE MASK MAN — Ernest Higgins, Norwood, works on the all-protective mask designed to make goal-tending a less hazardous occupation. (William Ryerson photo) Bruins’ goaltender Ed Johnston is sporting a … Continue reading Bruins’ Johnston Wears New Face—Thanks to Norwood Expert Ernie Higgins-December 16, 1968
Arlington, Norwood Gain Final-March 17, 1968
PILEUP Dennis Hebner (2) crashes into teammate Tom Taylor and Hingham's Bill Ketchum (20) in front of Hingham goalie Tom Hutchinson. Norwood won, 1 to 0. (Danny Goshtigian Photo) By … Continue reading Arlington, Norwood Gain Final-March 17, 1968