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Category: Sports

September 13, 1986September 11, 2026 georgenhs Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Mary Foley Hat-Trick Propels Norwood Field Hockey to Victory—September 13, 1986

Junior Mary Foley scores three goals to lead Norwood High School's field hockey team to a 6-1 Bay State League victory over Braintree in its season opener.

July 24, 1986July 23, 2026 georgenhs Coaches, Hockey, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Richie Hebner Denied Norwood High Hockey Coach Position-July 24, 1986

Former major league baseball star and Norwood hometown hero Richie Hebner was passed over for the Norwood High School hockey coach position. ⠀ The school committee unanimously appointed assistant coach Robert Lovell to lead the program following a recommendation by the selection committee.

Five wooden baseball bats leaning against a chain-link fence with a baseball field and stands in the background
July 16, 1986July 19, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Prevails Over Westwood in Hard-Fought American Legion Matchup-July 16, 1986

Despite a demanding schedule and early deficits, the reigning state champions maintained their momentum ahead of the upcoming playoff series.

June 14, 1986July 19, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Mustangs Earn Sectional Final Spot-June 16, 1986

A high-stakes tournament matchup in Rockland saw the Norwood Mustangs jump out to a dominant lead before a grueling pitch count set up a dramatic final frame.

June 5, 1986July 19, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Mustangs Punish Rebel Miscues in Tournament Opener-June 5, 1986

Capitalizing on nine defensive miscues by rival Walpole, Coach John Solomon's Norwood Mustangs cruised to an 11-3 postseason opening statement.

May 7, 1985July 19, 2026 georgenhs Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Allison Mahan’s Unstoppable Season-May 7, 1985

The Rising Star in the Shadows This season, a new name has surged from the periphery of the hardwood and the cinder track to command the full attention of the … Continue reading Allison Mahan’s Unstoppable Season-May 7, 1985

June 25, 1984July 19, 2026 georgenhs Hockey, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Gormley Named Norwood Ice Coach-June 25, 1984

Former BC High and Stoughton Mentor Tapped to Succeed Alvin Crowell at High School Helm James Gormley, former head hockey coach at Boston College High School and Stoughton High School, … Continue reading Gormley Named Norwood Ice Coach-June 25, 1984

October 6, 1982October 6, 2026 georgenhs Football, Legal Disputes, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Hospital Denies Treating Former New England Patriot Greg Taylor in $30 Million Lawsuit-October 6, 1982

Norwood Hospital denies any record of treating former New England Patriots player Greg Taylor, blasting his $30 million lawsuit as irresponsible and false.

June 5, 1982July 19, 2026 georgenhs Football, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Wayne Simarrian Appointed Norwood High Head Football Coach-June 4, 1982

One question is settled. Wayne Simarrian will be Norwood High School's head football coach this fall. The next question: Will Simarrian retain the job in 1983, or will former coach … Continue reading Wayne Simarrian Appointed Norwood High Head Football Coach-June 4, 1982

June 26, 1981July 19, 2026 georgenhs Baseball, Champions, Sports, This Day In Norwood History

Boosters Club Honors Championship High School Baseball Team at Banquet-June 26, 1981

Standout pitcher David Chenard wins MVP and Chris Cuff secures the Gormley Scholarship as Norwood honors its 14-4 championship varsity diamond squad.

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