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Mass. legislators weigh youth sports regulations
Youth sports are under the microscope on Beacon Hill, where Massachusetts legislators are worried about the safety and mental health of the young athletes. “I am concerned about the amount of time, the amount of money, and the wear and tear we’re seeing with kids when it comes to youth sports,” said Sen. Barry Finegold, who played sports growing...
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LaCROSSe Out Cancer: How youth players are suiting up for a cause
Youth lacrosse athletes across the state are teaming up with the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation for the “LaCROSSe Out Cancer” challenge. Hannah recently learned how kids are showing support and getting involved. Learn more about the “LaCROSSe Out Cancer Challenge” here.
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Conn. Hockey Coach Fired After Allegedly Yanking Mass. Teen Down to Ice
An ugly incident that happened with just seconds left in a hockey game between a team out of South Windsor, Connecticut, and a team from Massachusetts called the St. Nicks. A Connecticut coach allegedly yanked a Massachusetts player to the ice. Tama Parsons, head coach of the St. Nicks, posted video of the incident to Facebook. “The coach grabbed him…
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After Winning Regionals, Mass. Youth Football Team Barred From Nationals in Florida
Youth football players in Lynn, Massachusetts, were bound for a championship match in Florida, but their sudden disqualification left players disheartened. Jubilation came Saturday as East Lynn’s Pop Warner team won the regional championship over Everett. The league’s regional president addressed the team after the game, telling players they would be representing eastern Massachusetts in Florida. The next day,...