In the Sport-light: Roundup of news about Hull athletes

Compiled by Matt Haraden

• 3/4 Girls Soccer had a great long weekend, winning 7-4 against a tough Norwell team and 3-1 against Pembroke. The team was led by Willa Britton’s seven goals and three from Addie Chalifoux. The passing game was stellar, with assists from Ellie Caparrotta, Rae Rockett, Laila Dolan, Cate Mulvihill, and Mera Gilroy. The team benefitted from solid goalkeeping from Lydia Caparrotta and Thalita Nascimento, who delivered a shutout in the second half of the Pembroke win. The opponent’s scoring chances were few and far between thanks to the defense of Maisie Handrahan, Meara Gilroy, Cate Mulvihill, Viola Pearson, and Laila Dolan.

The Hull 3/4 girls soccer team had two reasons to celebrate last weekend, bringing home road wins against Norwell and Pembroke. [Courtesy photo]

5/6 Girls Soccer drew Norwell on Saturday, May 3, with a final score of 2-2. Norwell drew first blood, but Magnolia Harbin evened up the match. Frankie Rockett scored in the second half. Goalies were the usual suspects of Sidney O’Brien  and Ruby D’Errico. “Charlie” Ward, Leah Dibley, and Ada McMullen also performed well, showing hustle and determination.

7/8 Girls Soccer remained undefeated after beating Hanover, 1-0, on Saturday, May 3. The lone goal came from Aubrey Littlefield. Hull will travel to Plymouth on Saturday, May 10 for a 4:30 p.m. game.

• 3/4 Boys Soccer Team 2 tied Pembroke, 4-4, on Saturday, May 3, moving to 2-1-1 on the season. Andy Michaelides scored all four goals, one from an excellent Kai Funari assist. James Petruzzelli and Sam Chiba had a great game. Nolan Cichocki had a stellar save on a penalty kick. The team’s next game is Saturday, May 10 at 8:45 a.m. in Pembroke.

• The 5/6 Boys Soccer Team played in Hingham on Saturday, May 3 and won, 7-3. Jacob Greenberg, Cody Calabria, and Slava Rzhevskii had two goals each, and Zack Shea had one goal. Reefe Markowitz and Braedyn O’Hare played in goal. The team saw strong work on defense by Anthony Petruzzelli and Silas Van Slyke. They played again on Monday, May 5 against Plymouth, winning 8-1. Goals were scored by Jacob Greenberg, Slava Rzhevskii, Cody Calabria, and Tomas Bromberg-Issokson all had two goals each. Reefe Markowitz was amazing in goal. Great work by Josh Papasodero in both midfield and forward; same with Charlie Montgomery and Ethan Munzert. Finn Smith was strong in center midfield, helping to move the ball down the field. The team will play its next game on Saturday, May 10 at home against Pembroke.

• Girls 5/6 Lacrosse put on a gutsy performance against visiting Abington, ultimately falling 11-10 after conceding a final-minute goal. Molly McCarthy led the offensive charge for Hull with an impressive three-goal performance, showcasing speed and precision on attack. Deidra Flaherty added to the tally with a strong finish of her own, helping to keep the game within reach throughout. Between the pipes, Ruby D’Errico had a standout game in goal, making several key saves to keep Hull in contention during a fast-paced second half.

MAKING HER PITCH. Addison Mahan pitching three innings and battled through a relentless Quincy offense during a recent softball game; she also had two hits and scored one run. [Courtesy photo]

• 6-8 Girls Softball showed grit and hustle Monday, May 5, falling 16-8 to Quincy. Hull’s bats found some rhythm early, led by Addison Mahan, who delivered two solid hits and crossed the plate once. Mahan also took the mound to start the game, pitching three innings and battling through a relentless Quincy offense. Kelsea Dunlap came on in relief and made an immediate impact, shutting down Quincy in the fourth with three consecutive outs, one of the few clean innings the visitors would see. On the defensive side, Hull had several standout moments that kept the game within reach. Zandra Azer made a great play in right field, Charlotte Higgins made a running catch at third, and Tori Haggerty recorded a key out at second to halt a Quincy rally. Josie Tyrrell had another outstanding day behind the plate, making several blocks and saving runs. Despite the loss, Hull played with heart and showed strong development across the board.

• Hull High JV Softball won its seventh straight game on Wednesday, April 30, beating Brockton, 25-15. McKenzie Neal, Bella Walsh, and Khloe Gravina shared the pitching duties, with a combined three strikeouts and giving up only three hits in the game. The offensive leaders for Hull were McKenzie Neal, 3/3 with a walk, two singles and a triple and three RBIs; Rachel Timins, 1/1 with a walk and a three-run home run; Natalie Reilly, 1/1 with three walks and two RBIs; Khloe Gravina, 1/1 with a walk and a SAC; Sophia Hagerty, 2/3 with a walk and two singles; Riley Munn, 2/4 with two singles and two RBIs; Leigha McClory, 1/2 with a single and an RBI; and Bella Walsh, 1/3 with a walk and a two-RBI double.

Hull Track and Field represented well at the Sunset Invitational meet in New Bedford. Seven athletes qualified for this elite meet; at left are Finn Walsh, Iktan Guzman, Michael Cimetti, Lawrence Bodley, Christopher Resnick, Elsie Harper, Grace Kiley, and Coach Brian Lanner. [Courtesy photo]

• Hull High Track and Field represented well at the Sunset Invitational meet in New Bedford on May 3. Seven athletes qualified for this elite meet, with four medals won among three athletes. Lawrence Bodley came in fourth in the 200 and sixth and the high jump, Christopher Resnick came in fourth in the high jump, and Elsie Harper came in second in the 400-meter hurdles.

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