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Westford junior golfer Maddie Smith showcased her skills at the Massachusetts High School Golf Championship, securing a tie for second place with an impressive score of 74. The competition saw a close finish as Erika Redmond won the championship by just one stroke. Maddie’s achievement continues her family’s legacy in golf and adds to her accolades, including a prior sectional title. Meanwhile, other local teams faced exciting challenges in various sports during this competitive season.

Westford Shines as Maddie Smith Takes Second Place in State Golf Championship

This week in Westford, excitement was in the air as local junior golfer Maddie Smith showcased her talent at the Massachusetts High School Golf Championship, held at the beautiful Sandy Burr Country Club in Wayland. With her impressive skills on the course, Maddie finished the tournament with a remarkable score of 74, earning her a solid tie for second place! What a fantastic achievement!

The Competition Heats Up

In a nail-biting finish, Erika Redmond from Concord-Carlisle clinched the title with a narrow lead, finishing just one stroke ahead of Maddie with a score of 73. The competition was fierce, and all eyes were on Maddie as she battled it out with fellow golfer Sophie Redmond, who also tied with her for second place with a score of 74.

A Family Legacy

Maddie is no stranger to the world of golf, as she comes from a family of accomplished golfers. She is the younger sister of Madison and Molly Smith, both of whom have made a name for themselves on the golf scene. This talented lineage speaks volumes about Maddie’s dedication and hard work in the sport.

Previous Success

Before making her mark at the state championship, Maddie had already claimed victory at the MIAA North/Central/West sectional title, with her score of 2-over par 74 at The Haven Country Club in Boylston. Clearly, this young athlete is on an impressive trajectory and has proven time and time again that she has what it takes to rise to the top!

Highlighting Local Sports

4-5. Despite a stellar regular season with an outstanding 20-0 record, the team fell in the State Vocational semifinals, leaving everyone on the edge of their seats.

Other matchups saw Arlington Catholic defeating Tewksbury by an impressive 14-3 in their own round of 16 game. Plymouth North also had a solid showing, overcoming Billerica with a score of 3-0 in a tightly contested match. Kiley Hogan from Tyngsboro shone brightly as she led her team to victory against Millbury with a commanding score of 5-1.

Tennis Triumphs

The Westford girls’ tennis team continued the local winning streak by advancing to the Division 1 round of 8 after sweeping Arlington 5-0. What a testament to their hard work and determination!

As we look at the ongoing high school playoffs, Westwood managed to defeat Billerica with a score of 19-8 in Division 2, while Littleton faced a tough loss against Weston at 14-2 in another Division 4 game.

Looking Ahead

The Massachusetts high school playoffs are in full swing, with multiple teams vying for the coveted championships. Fans can mark their calendars for the upcoming MIAA state championship games, which are set to take place on June 14-15 at MIT. It’s going to be an exciting conclusion to the season! Plus, the boys’ rugby Division 2 semifinal between Chelmsford and Brookline is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Boston University’s Nickerson Field, promising to add even more excitement to the sports calendar.

With all this fantastic local talent, there’s no doubt that Westford is making a splash in the world of high school sports. Keep an eye on these young athletes as they continue to rise and shine!

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