This summer, Swampscott’s John Squires, with the help of the Recreation Department, created the Tides Hoop Men's Basketball League. It was a major success, with players showing up every Monday and … [Read more...] about Swampscott’s John Squires launches popular men’s basketball league
Sports & Leisure
Former patriot Ed Toner, a Swampscott icon, dies at 81
Swampscott’s Ed Toner assumed many roles: teacher, coach, administrator, professional football player, avid sports fan, just to name a few… But above all, Toner, who died Aug. 28 at age 81, was a … [Read more...] about Former patriot Ed Toner, a Swampscott icon, dies at 81
Steven DiLisio makes history with Mass Open and Amateur titles
Swampscott native Steven DiLisio secured his first professional victory — the 115th Massachusetts Open championship, no less — and, in the process, became just the eighth player to win Open and Mass … [Read more...] about Steven DiLisio makes history with Mass Open and Amateur titles
13-year-old Kaileigh Patterson named Northeast MVP in flag football talent camp
Not many athletes – any age, any level – can say they’ve had a better year than Kaileigh Patterson, who hails from Nahant. From a game-winning touchdown (with one hand) to capture a state … [Read more...] about 13-year-old Kaileigh Patterson named Northeast MVP in flag football talent camp
Big Blue. Big impacts. Big losses.
Earlier this year – just 25 days apart – Swampscott said goodbye to two sports giants. Legendary coach Frank DeFelice, who won nearly 65% of his baseball games at Swampscott High, died Jan. 14 at … [Read more...] about Big Blue. Big impacts. Big losses.