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Boys Lacrosse Battles for a Playoff

May 30, 2012
A midfielder battles with a Braintree midfielder on a faceoff. (Photo/Jake Moser)

Boys Lacrosse Hopes to Qualify For Playoffs

May 8, 2012
A sophomore denseman plays the puck at the blue line. (Photo/Mary Barry)

Falmouth Ends Girls Hockey Playoff Run

March 7, 2012
A freshman forward steals the puck away from a Notre Dame Academy player. (Photo courtesy of Mrs. Barry)

Girls Hockey Shuts Out Notre Dame Academy

March 3, 2012
Whoever 'wins' the cowboy hat was the hardest worker in the previous game.

Cowboy Hat Inspires Boys Hockey Team

February 28, 2012
The junior Captain goaltender of the Rebels looks to make the save.

Walpole Girls Blow Past Norwood, 5-1

February 27, 2012
The Boys Basketball has struggled, despite having talented players. (Photo/James Cullinane)

The State of Winter Sports

February 9, 2012
The junior Captain of the Rebels is a major contributor to the Boys Hockey team. (Photo/Jennifer Harrop)

White Leads Team On and Off the Ice

February 9, 2012
Midyears are an essential part of the high school curriculum. (Photo/Russell Ollis)

Midyears Are Still Essential to High School

January 20, 2012
The junior Captain of the Rebels is a major contributor to the Boys Hockey team. (Photo/Jennifer Harrop)

Boys Hockey Victorious over Brookline, Wellesley

January 11, 2012
One of Walpole's young forwards crosses the blueline against Newton North. (Photo/Jennifer Harrop)

Boys Hockey Ties Newton North, 4-4

December 24, 2011
The junior Captain of the boys hockey team battles a Braintree player for the puck along the boards. (Photo/Jennifer Harrop)

Boys Hockey Starts Season with Two Ties

December 20, 2011
The boys hockey captains. (Photo/Sydney Gillis)

Boys Hockey

December 16, 2011
Mike Tempesta's performance on his senior night was one of the best Walpole High has seen. (Photo/James Cullinane)

Five Best WHS Sports Moments of 2011

December 16, 2011
A Walpole receiver goes up and over a Dennis-Yarmouth defender. (Photo/Tim Hoffman)

Football Falls Short in Playoffs

December 2, 2011
The sophomore kicker celebrates after hitting the game winning 25 yard field goal. (Photo/Tim Hoffman)

Mitchell’s Field Goal Caps Off Instant Classic

November 17, 2011
Walpole's running backs had a field day against the less than impressive Newton North defense. (Photo/Tim Hoffman)

Rebels Shutout Newton North in Fox 25’s High School Friday Game

November 2, 2011
The Walpole offense ran all over the Wellesley defense. (Photo/Greg Salvatore)

Walpole’s Run Game Overpowers Wellesley

October 20, 2011
The Walpole running back evades Norwood defenders to get a first down. (Photo/Tim Hoffman)

Hanley Brothers Get It Done Against Norwood

October 12, 2011
A punt return helped to complete Walpole's comeback win. (Photo/Tim Hoffman)

Rebels Ground Flyers in Comeback Win

September 20, 2011
A Rebel defensive lineman celebrates after a tackle. (Photo/Greg Salvatore)

Football Starts Season With Convincing Win

September 13, 2011
A Walpole defender battles with a Braintree player for the ball. (Photo/Russell Ollis)

Murtagh’s Two Goals Lift Rebels Past Wamps

September 9, 2011
A 1970 Walpole graduate, Mike Milbury went on to play 12 seasons for the Boston Bruins.

Walpole’s Reputation as a Sports Town Holds True Today

June 19, 2011
A Walpole midfielder pushes the ball upfield. (Photo/Greg Salvatore)

Defending State Champions End Rebel Playoff Run

June 15, 2011
A Walpole attackman drives to the cage. (Photo/Kim Guilbert)

#1 Wellesley Holds on To Beat Rebels

May 2, 2011
Former Walpole High basketball stand-out Caroline Stedman recently won the DIII National Championship and was named the tournament MVP.

Former Walpole High Basketball Star Wins NCAA DIII Title, Named MVP

April 13, 2011
The two brothers pose for a picture after last year's Norwood baseball game. (Photo/Greg Salvatore)

Hanley Brothers Shine on Gridiron and Diamond

April 13, 2011
In the NFL, concussions have become a serious problem and the safety of the players has been made a priority.

Walpole Athletes Benefit from Updated Concussion Treatment

February 11, 2011
Sophomore goalie Ray Mortali makes a save in the Rebels 3-2 shootout loss in the Milbury Cup Championship. (Photo/ Keith Lewis)

Shootout Thriller Ends Milbury Cup Championship

January 3, 2011
The Porkers celebrate after winning the South Sectional Championship.

Top 5 Sports Moments of 2010

December 16, 2010
Senior tight end Andrew Mandeville attempts to get by a Mansfield defender.

Walpole Comes Up Short in Playoffs

December 5, 2010
Swift Makes 'Sparks Fly' with Third Album

Swift Makes ‘Sparks Fly’ with Third Album

November 22, 2010
Sophomore Brad Webber celebrates with teammates after his interception.

Rebels Get Revenge on Natick

November 4, 2010
Senior quarterback Troy Salvatore was acknowledged by the Boston Globe for his performance in the 27-14 Walpole win.

Rebels Take Down Needham

October 28, 2010
Senior runningback Kenny Woods rushes for a touchdown.

Football Crushes Rival Norwood, 41-0

October 20, 2010
Senior quarterback Troy Salvatore runs the ball.

Rebel Football Prepares for Playoff Push

October 8, 2010

Walpole Drowns the Raiders

September 23, 2010

Rebel Football Torches Tigers

September 17, 2010

Sub-Par “The Men Who Stare at Goats” Barely Succeeds as Satire

January 5, 2010
Midfielder Tim McDonald '10 celebrates after scoring in the State Championship

Top 10 Sports Moments of 2009 at WHS

December 23, 2009

School Store’s New Clothing Line Makes Great Stocking-Stuffers

December 18, 2009

JV Rebs Tame the ‘Stangs

October 27, 2009

JV Football Wins in a Close One Over Wellesley

October 15, 2009

JV Football Wasn’t Clicking on All Cylinders

October 6, 2009

Interview with New Wood Shop Teacher – Warren Weeden

September 25, 2009
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