![With the recent addition of Wayland Hockey to the towns athletic budget, hockey players are at ease with sport costs, and the programs future at the school.
“I’m very excited and proud that the funding passed,” Recently elected boys hockey captain Shane Desmond said. “I know the WHA has put in a lot of effort to get this done, and I know the main goal is to make [hockey] more affordable.”](https://waylandstudentpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Screenshot-2024-06-03-at-9.41.37-AM-1200x800.png)
In this weekly podcast, WSPN reporters will break down each week’s Wayland news in a timely manner to keep you in the know. This week, staff reporters Abby Raftery, Melina Barris and Jessi Dretler break down the news.
0:00 – Intro
0:24 – School news
0:53 – Sports
1:30 – Local news
1:54 – Outro
Weekly Breakdown Episode 85: MCAS, spring sports and EarthWise pet store grand opening
May 22, 2024
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![On Monday, June 10, the annual Underclassmen Awards ceremony took place inside of WHSs auditorium.
I think that these awards bring motivation to [WHS] students to preform well academically, Sophomore Rufat Hasanov said.](https://waylandstudentpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/IMG_0474-1200x800.jpg)
![The Wayland residents who volunteer to coach baseball try to make the environment fun and uplifting for players. “[I try] to build the kids up,” Co-Commissioner and coach for a Minors team Alex Ahmed said. “If someone strikes out, you encourage them, [and] say that [they] get another chance, [or they] could try again next time.”](https://waylandstudentpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/unnamed-1200x801.png)
About the Contributors
Abby Raftery, Podcast Editor
Abby Raftery, Class of 2024, is a third year reporter and podcast editor for WSPN. She is a soccer captain and a leader of two clubs, Student Advocacy Committee and SADD. Outside of school, Abby enjoys spending time with her family and friends and going to the beach.
Contact: [email protected]
Melina Barris, Staff Reporter
Melina Barris, Class of 2025, is a first year reporter for WSPN. She plays for the high school's field hockey team. Outside of school and sports, Melina enjoys seeing friends, traveling and drawing.
Contact: [email protected]
Jessi Dretler, Staff Reporter
Jessi Dretler, Class of 2025, is a second year reporter for WSPN. Jessi plays for the WHS field hockey team and dive team. In her free time she enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Contact: [email protected]