Wednesday North Shore Sports Schedule – Sports News Notes – Graphics Below – More MIAA Power Rankings Boys Hockey Catholic Memorial 2, St. John’s Prep 1 Marblehead 5, Masconomet 4 Winthrop 5, Danvers 1 Swampscott 6, Revere 6 (OT) North…

BOXFORD – Masconomet High School boys’ hockey coach Andrew Boepple is impressed by the way the Chieftains (10-4-1) have “found a way to win” close games so far.  Masco has won 6 of its last 7 and no fewer than…

NEWBURYPORT – Newburyport High School hockey Paul Yameen is hoping the Clippers (9-3-1) can hold onto or even improve on their current D2 MIAA Power Ranking of number 5.  Meanwhile, tonight’s opponent, North Reading (7-4-0), can move up considerably in…

LYNN – First year St. Mary’s boys’ hockey coach Matthew Smith has been coaching for more than 23 years overall.  In his first year succeeding the legendary Mark Lee, “Smitty” likes what he sees with the blend of veterans and…

DANVERS – At 6-6-1, the Essex Tech Hawks have faced some tough competition both within the Cape Ann League and without.  But coach Mark Leonard wouldn’t have it any other way. The Hawks are currently sitting in the number 6…

NORTH SHORE (Podcast) The week the Salem News sports writers provide insights and background notes on a variety of north shore sports. Details on some of the big events from the past week and previews on the key matchups to…

NOTE:  Due to editing error, incorrect audio was previously loaded into this post.  That has been corrected. DANVERS – The St. John’s Prep Eagles (12-1-0) wrapped up the Catholic Conference championship early with a 6-1 win over Xaverian (9-4) Saturday. …