Trainer Chris Morash departs WHS
Hailey Robinson and Julia Wegerbauer
March 23, 2020
After three years at WHS, athletic trainer Chris Morash has left the school. Athletic trainers at WHS are often the first to respond to potential injuries that happen on the field. In their close proximity to the athletes, the trainer’s office at WHS has become a place for athletes and trainers to...
How to stay active during quarantine
March 23, 2020
The idea of being quarantined can be anxiety-provoking and scary for many people, so it's important to make sure we all take care of our bodies as best we can in order to reduce stress levels and stay healthy. Since most fitness studios and gyms are encouraging people to stay home or are closed altogether,...
Sports brief: Tom Brady to leave New England Patriots
March 18, 2020
On Tuesday morning, New England Patriots quarterback legend Tom Brady announced in his Instagram profile that his "football journey will take place elsewhere" for this upcoming season. In his post, Brady thanked the entire Patriots organization and fans for supporting him throughout his career. Brady...
Half Hour Hook Episode 9: Coronavirus & Sony Lateef
Andrew Boyer and Garrett Spooner
March 14, 2020
In the weekly series “Half Hour Hook,” WSPN reporters Andrew Boyer and Sam White talk about the latest happenings in the NBA, along with the rich history of the league. WSPN sports analyst Garrett Spooner appears in this episode, and JV basketball star Sony Lateef appears as a special guest. Tim...
Sports Junkies Episode 31: Media Center Special
March 10, 2020
In the bi-weekly series Sports Junkies, WSPN’s CJ Brown and Aiden Chitkara give their take on the state of national and local sports. In the thirty-first installment of the podcast, the host's interview seniors Josh Ellenbogen and Zeke Betancourt. The crew keeps it at a local level by previewing Saturday’s...
Half Hour Hook Episode 8: Josh Schreiber
March 9, 2020
In the weekly series “Half Hour Hook,” WSPN reporters Andrew Boyer and Sam White talk about the latest happenings in the NBA, along with the rich history of the league. WSPN sports analyst Garrett Spooner appears in this episode and WSPN’s sports broadcast editor Josh Schreiber makes a guest appearance. Tim...
Sports Brief: Boys basketball takes home Central Division II Championship for first time since 1991
Hailey Robinson and Ellie Tyska
March 9, 2020
The boys varsity basketball became division champions for the first time since 1991 this Saturday with its most recent win against Hopkinton. The team will advance to the State Division II playoffs where they will face the Taconic Braves from Taconic High School, the winners of the West bracket. On Wednesday,...
Wayland wrestling competes in All-States
March 8, 2020
The Wayland varsity wrestling team has a very successful history, and this year was no different. The team ended their regular season with a 17-3 record and have been looking forward to playoffs. Once regular season matches end, playoffs become a brand-new season where the stakes are even higher. This...
Boys varsity swim wins fourth state title after an undefeated season
March 5, 2020
The WHS boy’s swim and dive team secured its fourth state title in a row at the Division 2 state meet on Feb. 16. This year, it went 18-0 in the regular season before going on to win sectionals and states. Over the three previous seasons, the swim and dive team has had relatively the same team,...
Girls basketball falls to Medfield 51-56 in second round of playoffs (11 photos)
Lauren Medeiros and Emily Staiti
March 4, 2020
For their second playoff game in the MIAA tournament, the Wayland girls varsity basketball team played against Medfield on Feb. 27. The team ended up falling to Medfield 51-56. Medfield is undefeated against Wayland for the past seven years....
Wrestling wins DCL for first time since 2016
Sidney O’Rourke and Hailey Robinson
March 3, 2020
After going 17-3 in the regular season, the varsity wrestling team secured its spot as winners of the DCL for the first time in four years on Jan. 29 with a victory over Boston Latin. Wayland last won the DCL in 2016 before going on to clinch states as well. In the past few years, Wayland has come...
Sports Junkies Episode 30: Zeke Betancourt
March 3, 2020
In the bi-weekly series Sports Junkies, WSPN’s CJ Brown and Aiden Chitkara give their take on the state of national and local sports. In the 30th installment of the podcast, the hosts interview senior baseball player Zeke Betancourt. The crew keeps it at a local level by discussing the state and all...
