St. John's (Shrewsbury) Breaks the Scoreboard Against Shepherd Hill

By John McGuirk (@patsfan1313)

SHREWSBURY - Let's put to bed this notion that the top spot in Division 3 Central is up for grabs.

It is time to face facts folks. There is St. John's (Shrewsbury), and then everybody else. Period!

In a season that has been solely dominated by the Pioneers thus far, Shepherd Hill, along with its three-game winning streak, became the latest tragedy in a long line of formidable opponents expected to put up a fight.

Instead, Saturday's contest turned into a laugher early and often. The Pioneers wasted no time building a commanding 42-point in the first half lead, then proceeded to blow the Rams out 64-24 at Pioneer Field.

MIAA Football Top 25: Week 6

Despite a loss to rival St. John's (Shrewsbury), senior athlete Chris Campbell and his Shrewsbury Colonials appear in our poll for the first time this season. Most known as a receiver and defensive back, Campbell also hurt the Pioneers with his arm last Friday night.

Our midseason rankings of the best teams in the state, as selected by our panel of staff writers and correspondents. (Updated 10/9)

1. Everett (4-0; Last Week – 1 ) An early fumble proved the only blip in Everett’s latest romp over MIAA competition, as the Crimson Tide rolled past Lowell for a decisive 55-27 victory at Cawley Stadium on Friday night.

2. BC High (5-0; Last Week – 2 ) No issues for the Eagles in the conference opener, will Danny Abraham and company be able to run wild with St. John’s Prep visiting next Friday?

3. Central Catholic (5-0; Last Week – 3) The Raiders are outscoring co-leader in the MVC Lowell by just one point, yet are giving up 187 points fewer this season. We’ll see if that defense stands up against Lowell at Cawley Stadium next Friday.

Postgame Blog: Shepherd Hill Wins Shootout at Algonquin

By Joe Parello (@HerewegoJoe)

NORTHBOROUGH - If you thought Shepherd Hill's football team could only win physical slugfests, think again.

The Rams sent a message to the rest of Division 3 Central, pulling away from young Algonquin 61-36 Friday night at Algonquin Regional High School.

There was barely any time to catch your breath in this one, but here are a few things I took away from the Rams' statement win.

PHOTO GALLERY: Shepherd Hill vs Algonquin Football

Photos by Joe Parello (@HerewegoJoe)

NORTHBOROUGH - We will have a full postgame blog up shortly on Shepherd Hill's 61-36 win at Algonquin, but for now, just enjoy a few of these shots from the game. Note that you can click any image to enlarge it and launch a slideshow.