Northeast 53, Essex Tech 19

Newvburyport 27, Triton/Ipswich 21

Amesbury 22, Portsmouth 20

Lynnfield 21, Manchester-Essex 0

Winchester 21, Pentucket/Georgetown o

Bishop Fenwick 36, Bishop Stang 28

Everett 22, BC High 19

Salem 13, Whittier o

Greater Lowell 18, KIPP 14

Gloucester 42, Revere 6

Peabody 21, Lynn English 0

Beverly 21, Lynn Classical 0

Hamiton-Wenham 25, Chelsea 6

Danvers 37, Reading 20

Winchester 25, Masconomet 22

Lynn Tech 35, Saugus 8

Melrose 26, Swampscott 7

Each week from Labor Day Weekend through the third weekend in November, a New England media member selects the outstanding performer of that week’s games in both the College (Divisions II & III) and University (FBS & FCS) Divisions, known as the Gold Helmet recipients.

Lynch is the first Gull since Zachariah Twardosky ’24 M’25 (Merrimack, N.H.) in 2023 to be named an NEFWA Gold Helmet recipient.

He accounted for a career-high six touchdowns on Saturday as the No. 25/25 nationally ranked Gulls routed Muhlenberg (receiving votes), 49-21, on the road.

The senior quarterback handed the Mules their first non-conference regular season home loss since 2010 by compiling four passing touchdowns (21-27, 249 yards), two rushing scores (7 attempts, 89 yards, 12.7 average), and 338 yards total.

His four passing touchdowns set a new career-high, while his two TDs on the ground tied a career-high.

This is the first time in the senior’s career he has been a Gold Helmet recipient.

SHEA LYNCH | OFFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Lynch accounted for a career-high six touchdowns on Saturday as the No. 25/25 nationally ranked Gulls routed Muhlenberg (receiving votes), 49-21, on the road.

The senior quarterback handed the Mules their first non-conference regular season home loss since 2010 by compiling four passing touchdowns (21-27, 249 yards), two rushing scores (7 attempts, 89 yards, 12.7 average), and 338 yards total.

His four passing touchdowns set a new career-high, while his two TDs on the ground tied a career-high.

This marks his first career CNE Offensive Player of the Week award.

JACK STEEN | SPECIAL TEAMS PLAYER OF THE WEEK

Steen helped the No. 25/25 nationally ranked Gulls defeat Muhlenberg (receiving votes), 49-21, on the road last Saturday with two punt returns that led to touchdowns.

His first punt return of 36 yards in the first quarter aided Endicott in grabbing a 13-0 advantage (9:49), while his second return of 22 yards lifted the visitors to an eventual 36-7 lead before halftime.

The win for Endicott marked the Mules’ first non-conference regular season home loss since 2010.

This is Steen’s first career CNE Speical Teams Player of the Week honor.

WHAT’S NEXT

Endicott (2-0) travels to No. 16 nationally ranked Mary Hardin-Baylor for an non-conference matchup on Saturday, September 19 at 1 PM.

Winthrop 28, Essex Tech 18

Newburyport 30, Manchester-Essex 0

Greater Lowell 29, North Reading 26

Triton/Ipswich 8, Cathedral 0

Wakefield 28, Greater Lawrence 20

Revere 14, Quincy 6

Malden 26, Lyn Tech 20

Peabody 34, Somerville 16

Haverhill 36, Beverly 14

Dracut 25, Pentucket/Georgetown 22

Billerica 34, Masconomet 0

Gloucester 14, Stoneham 6

KIPP 32, Salem 27

Coach Rudloff has been the Head Coach at MHS since 2009. Since that time the Magicians have won the NEC 13 times: 2009, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. Under Rudloff Marblehead has competed for the state championship at Gillette stadium in 2009, 2016 and 2021, winning the D3 State Championship with an undefeated 14-0 record. Coach Rudloff started off as an assistant coach at Marblehead for 4 years before coaching 4 years at Beverly High School. A special education teacher at the high school since 2001, Rudloff graduated & played football at Northeastern University before moving to Marblehead. – High School D4

In the interview below, Coach Rudloff talks about changes over the years; expectations of student-athlete participation; coaching changes and coaching incumbents; a veteran returning offensive line; and team captains (among other stuff).

Marblehead High School football coach Jim Rudloff

Gloucester High School Director of Athletics Bryan Lafata

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Sports Journalist Mike Grenier

This ceremony honors six outstanding seniors whose excellence in athletics, academics, leadership and community service earned them recognition as the 2025-2026 Cape Ann Savings Bank Student Athletes of the Year. Join the North Shore Sports Desk for a special look inside this memorable celebration, which featured award presentations, scholarships from the Bank, exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes moments and highlights from an incredible afternoon recognizing the very best student-athletes on Cape Ann.

2025-2026 Cape Ann Savings Bank Student Athletes of the Year

Gloucester High School

Keagan Jewell – Jaylen Severino

Rockport High School

Gabby Lucido – Timothy Patrick

Manchester Essex Regional High Schooll

Anna Gardner – Charlie Thurlow

Hosted by Dom Nicastro and the North Shore Sports Desk, this video celebrates not only these remarkable student-athletes, but also the families, coaches, teachers and teammates who helped them reach this achievement. A special thank you to Cape Ann Savings Bank for its outstanding commitment to supporting local students and high school athletics throughout Cape Ann. Special thanks to: Marianne Smith, President, Cape Ann Savings Bank Jennifer Orlando, VP, Marketing, Cape Ann Savings Bank Congratulations once again to all six Student Athletes of the Year.

Your dedication, perseverance and leadership have made your schools and communities proud.

The 2025-26 Hyland was co-awarded to MERHS as well as neighboring high school Hamilton-Wenham Regional. The Manchester Hornets were recognized for their commitment to the community and for continuously striving for success both on the field and in the classroom.

The Hyland award recognizes dedication, hard work, and excellence across high school athletic departments. The award was named in honor of MERHS teacher, coach, and athletic director Joseph M. Hyland. Hyland became athletic director in 1965 and remained in the position until 1977, serving as an award-winning baseball and basketball coach.

The Cape Ann League (CAP) continues Hyland’s legacy by celebrating high schools that demonstrate outstanding sportsmanship and go above and beyond in their athletic departments.

This is the third time MERHS has received this award since Cameron “Cami” Molinare was appointed Athletic Director. This past school year marks her fifth year in office.

“This is a testament to Cami’s amazing leadership,” said Principal Julie Sgroi. “She holds our students to a high standard, provides the leadership they need, and has an amazing rapport with the community.”

The Fishermen first baseman and captain discusses her team’s success, her reputation as one of the area’s top power hitters, balancing multiple sports and academics, and why she’s excited to study nursing at Merrimack College this fall.

From 11 career home runs and Boston Herald All-Scholastic honors to leadership on and off the field, Emma shares what made her senior year so memorable.

North Shore Sports Desk with Emma Carrapichosa