During a rain-soaked week, Bulldog sports teams continued to fight through the middle of their seasons. Girls’ Soccer was 2-0 this week, while the tough luck for the football team continued. Also, note that both cross country teams had a bye week.
Football: ORR came into the week hungry for their first victory after a crushing loss to Apponequet. With nine starters listed as doubtful or inactive prior to Friday’s game, it was going to be an uphill climb for the injury-plagued team. Under the lights at home against GNB Voc-Tech, the boys got put in a 12-0 hole in the first half and could only muster one touchdown in the second half as they stumbled to a 24-6 loss. Senior running back Darien Dumond ran for 47 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries as he provided ORR’s only scoring. Sophomore running back Harry Smith was the leading rusher with 73 yards, and defensive lineman Emo Schiappa (So.) had two fumble recoveries. Unfortunately, junior quarterback Cam Hamilton threw two interceptions. Next week, the boys are on the road as they face Dighton-Rehoboth.
Boys’ Soccer: After a few tough losses, the boys looked to regain their poise on Monday against GNB Voc-Tech. However, the rough patch endured, as the Bulldogs dropped a 4-1 contest to the Bears. The one goal came courtesy of senior Hunter Parker on a penalty kick. At Mariner Field against Case on Friday after being rained out Wednesday, the seniors came alive as Parker, Kyle Medeiros, Brett Noone, and Shane Desousa all scored in a 4-1 victory, with junior Sam Henrie and sophomore James Dwyer playing well in the net. The boys face Bourne, Fairhaven, and Seekonk this week.
Girls’ Soccer: The girls began their week at home against GNB Voc-Tech on Monday. They earned a decisive 3-0 victory, with goals from seniors Serena Jaskolka and Sarah Beaulieu and sophomore Ava Ciffolillo. Senior Autumn Carter continued to play well in the net with a scoreless game. After being rained out Wednesday, the Lady Bulldogs took on Case at home on Friday. The game was an offensive outburst, as the Lady Bulldogs won 7-0, powered by three goals from senior captain Amy Bichajian, while freshman Maddie Demanche scored twice. Beaulieu and freshman Jillian Kutash also scored, and five different players had assists. Just like their male counterparts, the girls face Bourne, Fairhaven, and Seekonk this week.
Volleyball: Just like Girls’ Soccer, this team was home against GNB Voc-Tech Monday, looking to continue their winning streak. However, it came to a halt as the girls lost three sets to one. They won the third set 25-17. On Wednesday, the girls were the only team that didn’t get rained out, showing off the perks of playing an indoor sport. Facing Apponequet, the girls dominated by winning on three consecutive sets 25-16, 25-21, and 25-23. The strong senior core was in action, as Hayli Marshall had nine kills and four aces, while Michaelah Nunes contributed 14 assists and Maddie Lee, Haley Agiuar, and Zoe Smith continued to play well. Friday, at home against Case, the girls lost 3-1. This week, they look to rebound as they join the soccer teams in facing Bourne, Fairhaven, and Seekonk.
Golf: Coming into the week undefeated, golf started off their eventful week with a Monday match on the road versus D-R. At par-36 Hillside Golf Course, the boys won 153-131 using the ‘Modified Stableford’ scoring system. Sophomore Jacob Yeomans shot a 39, followed by fellow sophomore Collin Fitzpatrick, who shot a 40. At home on Tuesday against Fairhaven, the boys improved to 10-0 overall as senior captain Jared Nye shot a 36 in one of his best games yet. Fitzpatrick (37) continued to play excellent golf, while junior Tyler Mourao and sophomore Jason Gamache each shot a 39. Wednesday’s game was rained out, and on Thursday, the Bulldogs finally met their match as they dropped a 155-146 decision to the Dartmouth Indians. Although it marked their first loss of the season, the Bulldogs are still undefeated in the SCC. Yeomans (39), junior Russell Noonan (39), and Gamache (40) were the leaders in the Dartmouth match. Due to some rescheduling, the golf team will have four matches this week.
Field Hockey: Field Hockey lost all three of their games last week, so they were looking to get back on the right track this week. The girls lost to the tough Somerset-Berkeley team on Monday 4-0. Despite hitting a skid, young goalies Riley Goulet (So.) and Gates Tenerowicz (Fr.) have gained valuable experience in the net, and players like Jane Kassabian (Sr.) and Hannah Guard (Jr.) have stepped it up on defense. Rained out on Wednesday, the girls expected to play Bourne at home on Friday, but the game was also canceled due to inclement weather. This week, the girls are going up against New Bedford High, Falmouth, Fairhaven, and Seekonk.
Below are the overall fall team records, followed by the conference records in wins, losses, and ties as of October 4.
Boys’ Cross Country: (3-1-0)(3-1-0); Girls’ Cross Country: (4-0-0)(4-0-0); Golf: (10-1-0)(9-0-0); Football: (0-4-0)(0-3-0); Volleyball: (6-4-0)(4-4-0); Field Hockey: (3-4-1)(3-2-1); Boys’ Soccer: (4-5-1)(3-3-1); Girls’ Soccer: (5-1-2)(5-1-1).
By Patrick Briand
