Norwood Tennis Program Set to Train 1,000 New Players-August 7, 1972

Surging in popularity under Recreation Superintendent Kevin Dixon and instructor Anne Turchan, Norwood's free summer tennis program is on track to train over 1,000 new players.

Linehan Pitches Shutout, Dixon Homers in Norwood Victory-July 10, 1972

On July 9, 1972, the Norwood American Legion baseball team showcased a dominant performance in Zone 6A play, securing a 2-0 victory over Needham. The triumph was fueled by an … Continue reading Linehan Pitches Shutout, Dixon Homers in Norwood Victory-July 10, 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

Baseball bat striking home plate with glove and ball at sunset, scoreboard shows 8-7 in ninth inning

Norwood’s Upset Victory in Zone 6A American Legion Baseball-July 14, 1971

The Patriot Ledger's coverage of the Zone 6A American Legion baseball games on July 13, 1971, revealed a series of thrilling matches that left fans on the edge of their … Continue reading Norwood’s Upset Victory in Zone 6A American Legion Baseball-July 14, 1971

New Norwood Grid Boss No Stranger-July 9, 1971

Discover the coaching history of John Doherty, Norwood High’s new football head coach, and his personal connections to the Bay State League as he prepares for the 1971 season.

Baseball batter hitting ball with crowd cheering at Oakdale Community Field scoreboard

Norwood Coaches Double As Rivals-July 9, 1971

Discover the story of Norwood’s co-coaches Don McPhee and Frank Wall, who balanced Little League rivalries and Legion winning streaks during a frantic stretch of local baseball in July 1971.

Norwood Names Coach-July 8, 1971

Discover the background of John Doherty, the 1971 appointee to the Norwood High School varsity football coaching staff, and his journey through regional football programs.