By Bill Riccio, Jr. He could be difficult, sometimes almost impossible to reason with when his “Irish” was up. But there was no doubt what Ed McCarthy wanted was a fair shake for his team, which he called his “kids,” and was going to make his … [Read more...] about My Two Cents
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Westies lose in OT to Windsor, 59-57
Looking for its first state title since 1987, the West Haven boys basketball team was right where it needed to be. With a double-digit lead in the second quarter, West Haven had second-seeded Windsor on the ropes. Unfortunately for the … [Read more...] about Westies lose in OT to Windsor, 59-57
Offense on fire for Mite A v. the Maroons
The West Haven Mite A hockey team ended its regular season strong playing against Southern Stars Maroon. The West Haven offense was on fire with Jack Weiss, Maddy Bruder, JP Beebe and Quinn Uscilla finding the back of the net multiple times … [Read more...] about Offense on fire for Mite A v. the Maroons
Westies finishing up seasons
Playing in the Southern Connecticut Conference playoffs for the first time in recent memory, the West Haven boys hockey team was looking to make a statement. That statement was made in the opening period, but it could not be sustained. Behind … [Read more...] about Westies finishing up seasons
Mite A’s score early, often v. Windsor A
The West Haven Mite A hockey team hosted South Windsor A and the Westies got on the scoreboard early and often with multiple goals by Landon Alling, Maddy Bruder and Austin Picard. Jack Weiss and Brayden Gagliardi also scored, Quinn Uscilla … [Read more...] about Mite A’s score early, often v. Windsor A
Westies blank Greenies, 5-0
In the first meeting between rivals Hamden and West Haven, the Green Dragons controlled play and never let West Haven get going in a Hamden victory. The Westies were looking for a different tune on Saturday. With an old-time rivalry feel, the … [Read more...] about Westies blank Greenies, 5-0
Westies qualify for hockey berth
West Haven’s boy’ hockey team is headed to the postseason. Behind 28 saves from Javed Ullah, two goals from Thomas Porto, and a goal and an assist from Madera, West Haven topped Glastonbury, 4-0, at the Edward L. Bennett Rink. With the … [Read more...] about Westies qualify for hockey berth
Mite B team hosts Hamden in close one
The West Haven Mite B Blue Devils played host to Hamden Mite B. In a close game, the Westie offense was led by scoring from Dean Azano and Blake Bova. Luke Salkins played a strong game in goal, making several stellar saves. The Westies … [Read more...] about Mite B team hosts Hamden in close one
Swim Club routs Oxford Otters
The West Haven Swim Club Wizards swimmers brought in a 392-232 win over the Oxford Otters during their meet, Saturday. West Haven’s girls scored 227 points over Oxford’s 117 while the boys’ scores were 165 for West Haven and 115 for Oxford. … [Read more...] about Swim Club routs Oxford Otters
Westies rollover Prep for fourth in row
The West Haven boys’ basketball team won its fourth game in a row and improved to 6-3 with a 55-41 victory over Fairfield Prep at West Haven High. The Westies were in control from the start as Michael Singleton scored the last five points of … [Read more...] about Westies rollover Prep for fourth in row