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With the Massachusetts high school basketball season at the midway point, we’re taking a look at the best boys basketball players competing in the MIAA for the 2025-26 season. Our first list focuses on the top guards in the state.TOP GUARDS IN MIAA BOYS BASKETBALL(Listed in alphabetical order) Elliott Baldizar, Seekonk, So.One of the leading scorers in the South Coast Conference, Elliott Baldizar continues to fill up the stat sheet for Seekonk, averaging 16.3 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game through 12 contests. A 6-foot-1 combo guard, Baldizar poured in a season-high 32 points and grabbed 10 rebounds…

Heading into 2026, the Boston Red Sox are a generally healthy organization. The Sox made the playoffs in 2025 and then went out added established talent like Sonny Gray and Willson Contreras this winter, as well as an upside pitcher in Johan Oviedo.And in addition to that, the Red Sox have a strongly regarded farm system, with a mix of top-end talent that’s ready to contribute now and younger prospects that portend well for the future.AdvertisementOn Tuesday morning, ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel put out his Top 100 rankings heading into 2026, giving the Red Sox five prospects in the Top 100.McDaniel…

Society / December 30, 2025 When the country needed them to speak out, most athletes kept mum—and a few openly embraced Trumpism. Ad Policy President Donald Trump and his daughter Ivanka Trump watch the pre-game show before Super Bowl LIX at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, February 9, 2025.(Roberto Schmidt / AFP via Getty Images) I began writing a Nation sports column in 2005, and every December, I take stock of the trends in sports and politics over the previous 12 months. Each year, I try to explain how you can read the political pulse of this country by looking…

Canada, get ready to cheer on your athletes! Team Canada FanFest is returning for a series of free, family-friendly events designed to bring fans together and cheer on Canadian athletes during the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games. Over three action-packed weekends in four cities, fans can glide across free ice skating rinks with complimentary equipment rentals from Canadian Tire, jump into hands-on winter sport activities for all ages, watch live competitions, and even meet some Team Canada Olympians. Each city adds its own flair, making for an unforgettable experience full of community spirit and pure winter fun. Here’s a…

Farmers in Western Massachusetts are invited to apply for the Local Farmer Awards, which provide grants of up to $2,500 to support critical capital improvement projects on local farms.  The awards help farmers invest in equipment and infrastructure related to planting, growing, harvesting and processing — tools that strengthen farm operations, improve efficiency and enhance competitiveness in the marketplace.The Local Farmer Awards is a program of the Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation, in partnership with Big Y, the Massachusetts Society for Promoting Agriculture, the Irene E. and George A. Davis Foundation, and other funders. Now in its 12th year, the program…

The latest chapter of the storied Holy War rivalry went Notre Dame’s way on Saturday night at Purcell Pavilion after a chaotic second-half comeback propelled the Irish to victory over the Boston College Eagles. The game was a crucial matchup for both teams, as the Irish looked to snap their five-game losing streak, post their second ACC win and overcome recent offensive struggles. The starting lineup has seen some shuffling recently as the Irish try to get back on their feet. Sophomore guard Cole Certa, freshman forward Brady Koehler, graduate forward Carson Towt, junior guard Braeden Shrewsberry and freshman guard…

Grab a quilt and heat up some hot cocoa because we have something perfect for a cold and snowy day: this week’s high school photo gallery!There are nearly 50 images below, taken by more than 20 high school students from around the state, capturing moments exciting and quiet. As a reminder: There’s still time for more people to take part. The Boston Globe’s sports photojournalism program is free to join and open to any Massachusetts high school student. The first step: Simply sign up here. Questions? Please send them along to John Vitti of the Globe sports department at john.vitti@globe.com.In…

Home of the Week Wide-plank pine flooring, wood trim, and a birch tree trunk in the bathroom give this home a rustic feel. The house at 12 Richfield Road in Scituate is on the market for $750,000. Wavefront Media Co. 12 Richfield Road, Scituate $750,000 Style ranch Year built 1975 Square feet 1,066 Bedrooms 2 Baths 1 full Sewer/Water Public Taxes $6,623 (2025) The front of the home is shaded by a large tree. – Wavefront Media Co. This ranch-style home in Scituate’s Oceanside neighborhood has a blue clapboard exterior that fits into New England — but an interior that…

Brillion and the Manitowoc area are set to shine as a premier disc golf destination with a new course and the 2028 US Women’s Championship on the way.6 disc golf courses to try around ManitowocDiscover the top-rated disc golf courses in the Manitowoc and Two Rivers area, from iconic lakefront layouts to beginner-friendly practice spots. Video created using the Wochit AI tool.WochitThe Ariens Nordic Center in Brillion will host the 2028 U.S. Women’s Disc Golf Championships.A new championship-level disc golf course is planned to open at the center in the summer of 2026.The tournament is expected to attract more than…

According to a report in Geo News, the Pakistan government may not allow Pakistan to play the T20 World Cup as a protest against ICC’s step-motherly treatment.”The final decision rests with the prime minister, but early indications suggest that the government may not allow Pakistan to participate in the T20 World Cup,” a senior government source said. “This is not just about cricket; it is about principles. Bangladesh has been deprived of its legitimate right, and the ICC’s step-motherly treatment has forced Pakistan to seriously rethink its participation.”“There cannot be dual standards in international sports. On one hand, India enjoys…