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12 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, November 2, 2012 www.webstertimes.net SPORTS Leicester flips script on Bartlett with 34-6 win BY DAVID DORE SPORTS STAFF WRITER LEICESTER — Nearly a year to the day after losing to the Indians 34-7, Leicester earned its sixth victory of the 2012 season Friday, Oct. 26 against Bartlett by almost the same score — 34-6. “We were emotionally ready for this game,” Leicester head coach Timothy Griffiths said. “Obviously they were too. We played them in the playoffs. They beat us up pretty good in the regular season last year.” On their way to a Central Massachusetts Division 5 Super Bowl title last December, the Wolverines met Bartlett in the semifinals — and Leicester won. Going against the defending Super Bowl champions on their home field, Bartlett head coach Dane Labossionniere said it was important to keep up with Leicester the entire contest if the Indians hoped to win. “We didn’t bring it for four quarters,” he said. “We brought it for a quarter or two, and it just kind of fell apart on us.” Bartlett stopped the Wolverines on their first offensive drive after allowing a big run to Leicester quarterback Drew Mazzeo to the Bartlett 18. Leicester’s defense did its job, too, halting the Indians’ ensuing drive. The Indians’ James Patterson (35) turns the corner and heads down the sideline in the second quarter. The Wolverines would end up on the Bartlett 18-yard line again after a couple of runs. Nick Kenneway found the end zone after four straight runs — the final one from 2 yards out — to put Leicester up 7-0. Bartlett responded with a score of its own on a drive that took half of the second quarter. Faced with a fourth and goal on the Leicester 27, thanks to a couple of penalties and a run that went backward, quarterback Ricky Spooner threw the ball to Akeem Belnavis in the end zone. Belnavis jumped up to retrieve it, and came down with it. A failed two-point conversion would shrink Leicester’s lead to 7-6. From that point on the Indians would not score again, while Leicester scored on a 66-yard run by Mazzeo in the second quarter, a 23-yard interception by Keem Minton and a 23-yard run by Tom Rodrick in the third, and an 11-yard run by Ryan McKay with about a minute left in the game. “We didn’t have the ball much in the first half,” Griffiths said, “because they had some long sustained drives. We just needed the ball more. We needed to get off the field defensively because I knew they were going to have trouble stopping us offensively. That was the key, just getting off the field. Getting a couple three-and-outs is huge.” “Their [offensive] line was so physical tonight,” Labossionniere said. “Their [defensive] line played great. And they got it done for them. Hats off to those guys. Their big guys really got the job done.” Leicester will take its 6-2 record into Saturday’s game at Uxbridge; Bartlett (3-5) will play Friday night at David Prouty, where Labossionniere was an assistant coach until taking over in Webster. Bartlett’s Akeem Belnavis jumps up and grabs a pass from Ricky Spooner for the Indians’ only touchdown. David Dore photos Bartlett’s Billy Phillips is tackled by Tim Powell (57) and Tom Rodrick (90) from Leicester. David Dore may be reached at (508) 909-4140, or by email at ddore@stonebridgepress.com. Bartlett’s Kelly Chisholm (30) and Leicester’s Derek Bonner (82) both hope to catch a football headed their way. Young Pirates’ offense struggles to click in loss to Rams BY JON GOUIN SPORTS CORRESPONDENT OXFORD — H o s t i n g Northbridge High is a tall task for anyone, but it may not even be the toughest task for the Oxford High football team in the next two weeks. Oxford, who is now 1-7 after losing 33-0 to the Rams, will next host a Shepherd Hill team that thrashed Northbridge 42-27 just a week prior. In the Oct. 26 game with Northbridge, the Rams scored on their first play from scrimmage, a double-pass for 58 yards as they never Oxford quarterback Matt Faucher leaps and throws the ball down the field. looked back. Despite a no-quit attitude and gutsy performance by the young Oxford squad, they just couldn’t keep up with the Rams’ high-powered aerial attack. “We know Northbridge [now 7-1] is a really good team and we just wanted to see [our team] match their level and really try to play up to them today,” regarded head coach Mike Adams of his expectations and of his team’s effort. “I think we had moments where we did, and then some moments where we didn’t.” Sophomore quarterback Matt Faucher (7 for 17, 90 yards, 1 interception) was the focal point of the Pirates’ offense, and though at times he struggled against the Rams, the team is in capable hands moving forward. “[He] is really picking it up and performing well. He’s stepping up and playing a big role there,” said Adams of his team’s offensive leader. Faucher also played good defense, intercepting Northbridge backup quarterback Rob Fraser early in the second half, but the Pirates could Jon Gouin photos Northbridge defensive tackle Tom Tabur plants Oxford quarterback Matt Faucher as he attempts to get a pass away during a 33-0 victory for the Rams. do little to move the ball. In all, the defense forced three turnovers — a fumble recovery and two interceptions) — and blocked two Northbridge extra point tries. “We have Tyler Barrie back at safety who’s become a really good help just getting down to the defense and making the right calls, helping us out,” said Adams of his defensive leader. Another bright spot for the Pirates was a lack of mental mistakes, being called for zero penalties in the game. The tough road for Oxford continues, though, and after Shepherd Hill on Nov. 2 the Pirates round out their 2012 schedule at Leicester (6-2) and versus Auburn (8-0) on Thanksgiving. The hopes will be for progression and maturation of the team’s young nucleus, and if so, the Pirates will be significantly improved in 2013. Oxford’s Matt Faucher kicks off to start the game against visiting Northbridge, which would end in a 33- 0 loss. When it wasn’t quarterback Matt Faucher running the ball, he was handing it to junior halfback Zack Gorczynski for modest gains versus Northbridge.
www.webstertimes.net Friday, November 2, 2012 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 13 ELECTION QUESTIONNAIRE Donald Bourque CHALLENGER, D-WEBSTER, 18TH WORCESTER DISTRICT WEBSTER, DOUGLAS, OXFORD, SUTTON As Election Day is next week, Tuesday, Nov. 6, Stonebridge Press has reached out to our local candidates on the State House level to get their “last words” out to their constituents before the big day. The following are 10 questions that deal with the issues at hand this election season. In the interest of fairness, the same 10 questions were given to all the candidates, and the order at which they appear in this newspaper were chosen at random. What role, if any, should the state play in efforts to regionalize local services? If so, which services? “I see the need to regionalize fire and police department dispatch services and to operate multi-town animal shelters. We could achieve substantial cost savings and reduce duplication of resources. I think the state could offer some advice on best practices and on systems where this has already worked so we don’t have to start from scratch.” What are your thoughts on bringing casinos to the area? “As we all know, casinos have an upside and a downside. I support casinos for the business and economic development benefits they could bring to the area. As a state representative, I will work hard to mitigate the negative social side effects that casinos could generate so that our economy will benefit the most from their revenue.” Do you think the formula the state uses to determine Chapter 70 aid for school districts should be reworked? Donald Bourque “At this time I feel that the formula is working. Webster and Douglas schools, in particular, have benefited from Chapter 70 aid that took our economic situation into account and helped us plan and build a school to meet our students’ needs.” What legislation that was either voted down or sent to study would you like to see come to a vote in the next legislative session in January? What would be the first bill you would sponsor yourself when the new legislative session starts? “Staffing services being taxed for putting people to work in committee.” Do you believe there should be a requirement that people who wish to vote in Massachusetts must present some sort of identification? Why or why not? “No, I feel the system is working and could be very discriminatory towards those who could not obtain or afford an identification card.” Do you think illegal immigrants who wish to attend a state college or university should pay the in-state or out-of-state tuition rate? Why? “Colleges and universities shouldn’t admit illegal immigrants and our businesses shouldn’t hire them. The program our president currently has in place that allows young people to become legal will then allow them to participate and to declare their residence. They should then be subject to the same tuition requirements as any other student.” How would you promote an economy that both creates jobs and improves the district’s environment? “I would pull together an economic development council for the 18th Worcester District. It would include representatives from each town’s economic development commission, our chambers of commerce and key business leaders. I would hold a summit to put all of our needs and ideas on the table and then prioritize them. I would then take the lead in championing any needing legislative action on Beacon Hill.” What do you think you can do to create greater citizen involvement beyond voting? “Communication is the key to getting citizens involved. As an elected official, I have and will communicate the need for citizens to give input, serve actively on local committees and to not be hesitate to step up to take the lead on things that need to get done. Public service is very rewarding and I urge all to participate.” What is your stance on Question 2 — the “Death With Dignity Act”? “I am for this. A person should have the right to make decisions about their lives based on their long term well being and their personal religious beliefs.” From Keith Forest Brown, of Douglas, via e-mail: “One of the ballot questions at the polls this November is in reference to the medical use of marijuana. We have all read the pros and cons printed in the state election pamphlet mailed out recently. I would be curious to know how each of the candidates would vote on this issue and how they have arrived at their decision.” “We legalize Oxycontin with physician directed prescriptions. Why not do the same and let patients access marijuana which could be more effective and less harmful to their already stressed bodies? I support this question.” Officials urge caution with needle disposal DUDLEY — The Dudley Board of Health would like to inform Dudley residents about proper “Sharps” disposal. Effective July 1, the medical waste regulations will not allow the disposal of sharps in household trash. The following is a message regarding proper needle disposal. As of July 1, medical waste regulations will not allow the disposal of sharps in household trash. BE CAREFUL Protect yourself, your community, your environment and family and friends. The proper disposal of needles and syringes is important. BE SMART Use a sharps container. A sharps container is a single-use container that can be filled with used medical needles and then disposed of safely. These can be purchased at pharmacies, or medical supply stores, where you purchase your syringes, or can be ordered through the mail. These containers, when full, must be disposed of at a drop off center or through a medical mail back service. DO Visit a medical supply store or pharmacy to purchase sharps containers. Locally, Rite-Aid Pharmacy has sharps containers with pre-paid mailer packages. DO Call the Aids Action Committee Pharmacy Access Hotline at 1-800-988-5209 To find out more about personal sharps containers. DO Check out these sharps mail back services. All provide a variety of container sizes and pre-paid mailing cartons: Medasend 1-800 200-3581 Stericycle 1-800-355-8773 MWDC 1-866-810-3000 If you have any questions, please call the Board of Health at 508-949-8017. Local schools taking on ‘Quiz Show’ challenge NEWS BRIEF BOSTON — Teams from Leicester, Auburn and Shepherd Hill Regional High Schools will head to Boston this weekend to see if they will appear on television. Nearly 100 teams from across Massachusetts will go to the WGBH-TV studios in Brighton Sunday, Nov. 4 for “Super Sunday,” the qualifying event for the fourth season of “High School Quiz Show.” The members of those teams will take a 100-question quiz to determine which 16 schools will face off in this year’s televised competition. Produced and broadcast by WGBH, “High School Quiz Show” is an award-winning singleelimination academic team competition for public high school students in Massachusetts. The winning team will receive the “High School Quiz Show” trophy, commemorative plaques for each team member and coach, and an award of $250 toward the team or school. The team will then face off against the winning team from New Hampshire Public Television’s “Granite State Challenge.” For more information on “High School Quiz Show,” visit www.wgbh.org/quizshow. Lions Club to host youth competitions OXFORD — The Oxford Lions Club will host the community level Lions International Peace Poster and Youth Speech Competitions beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 12, at the Oxford Police Station. Lions Clubs annually sponsor the Peace Poster and Youth Speech contest in their community to emphasize the importance of world peace to young people everywhere. The Peace poster contest is open to Oxford residents ages 11, 12 or 13. This year’s theme is “Imagine Peace. Please visit www.lionsclubs.org/EN/ourwork/youth-programs/peace-poster-contest/ for more information. The Youth Speech Competition is open to Oxford residents in grades 10, 11 and 12. Students are invited to speak publically and freely on a designated topic of interest. This year’s topic as chosen by Lions Club International is What Is The Power of Just one? Please visit http://www.lionsyouthspeech.org/ for more information. SAVE UP TO $1100 Oxford Lions Club President Albert DuBois said the club is very supportive of local youth programs such as the peace poster and youth speech competition and encouraged all eligible to participate. The public is invited to attend the competition to support the participants. The Oxford Lions will award a $250.00 savings bond to the winner of its Peace Poster competition and a $250.00 scholarship to the winner of the Youth Speech Competition. Both prizes will be presented at the clubs annual awards banquet next spring. Anyone eligible and interested in participating is encouraged to contact Dubois at (508) 987-7754. 200 SPORTSMEN CLUB 184 SUTTON RD. WEBSTER, MA From Twin Sets $ 199 PREMIUM YOUR CHOICE: FIRM, PLUSH, OR PILLOWTOP $ Queen, 2pc. set 799 Reg. $ 1,599 From Full Sets $ 249 Reg. 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