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
Norwood’s Shea Man in Hurry; Runs on Skates, Scores Often-March 20, 1967
NORWOOD POWER John Randall, Tom Taylor and Tom Shea, scoring threats for Norwood High, finalist in State Hockey Tournament. (Ollie Noonan photo) Norwood High's Tom Shea will never win a … Continue reading Norwood’s Shea Man in Hurry; Runs on Skates, Scores Often-March 20, 1967
Norwood Ousts Marblehead, 4-3-March 17, 1967
GOAL FOR MARBLEHEAD Norwood goalie Neil Higgins turns to find puck in net. Marblehead players are Fred Wiggin (23) and Dave Rodgers (24). (Charles B. Carey Photo) By KEVIN WALSH … Continue reading Norwood Ousts Marblehead, 4-3-March 17, 1967
Magicians Vanquished By Norwood-March 17, 1967
ALMOST IN — Norwood defenseman (left) just gets his stick on the puck as the open right hand side of the Mustang goal during hectic third period action last night. … Continue reading Magicians Vanquished By Norwood-March 17, 1967