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Sandoval hits for cycle in Lawrence rout

Lawrence defeated Greater Lawrence 29-0 in five innings. Freshman Julian Vasquez picked up his first varsity win, going three innings, giving up three hits and striking out five. Jose Sandoval went 5 for 5, including hitting for the cycle. He scored five runs and drove in five.

North Shore Tech triumphant in inaugural tournament

A strong sense of satisfaction is currently blanketing the North Shore Tech baseball program right now. It's hard to blame the Bulldogs for feeling good after what they accomplished this weekend.

Adames highlights area Shriners selections

Greater Lawrence running back and 2007 Eagle-Tribune Offensive Player of the Year Nate Adames highlights a group of local players selected to the North squad of the 30th Annual Shriners Football Classic.

Whittier knock off Greater Lawrence Tech

Kendra Hobbs drove in one run and scored another to lead Whittier to a 7-5 win over Greater Lawrence. Tiffany Mannion knocked in one run and scored twice and Emily Pomer had an RBI for the Wildcats. For the Reggies, Tatiana Perez had two hits.

Whittier sweeps

Whittier's boys defeated Greater Lawrence, 89-46. Chris Pendleton won three events for the Wildcats, helped in the 4x100 relay, and set the school record for his 20-10<1/4> long jump. Freshman Brian Stanley won two events, including the mile and 800 meters. Rogers Bencosme of Greater Lawrence won the shot put and the Reggies took the 4x400 relay.

Greater Lawrence downs PMA

Tatiana Perez had two hits, including a three-run homer, and six RBIs to lead Greater Lawrence to a 17-10 win over PMA. According to coach Jay Santomassino, it was the first win for Reggies over the Panthers since the 1988 season.

Greater Lawrence Tech Baseball Preview

2007 record: 13-7 lost in Division 3 North quarterfinals

Returning starters (6): Juan Olivo, Jr., 1B; Miguel Plaza, Sr., P/3B; John Cote, Sr., P/3B; Jose Santana, Sr., CF; Yerison Cruz, Sr., OF; Ramcy Lora, Sr., C

Greater Lawrence Tech Softball Preview

2007 record: 9-10, didn't make state tourney

Returning starters (8): Tatiana Perez, Sr, SS; Kaleigh Gilbert, Jr., P/2B; Paola Gutierrez, Soph., 3B; Natalie Garcia, Sr., 2B/P; Geraldine Jimenez, Jr., C; Charina Tatis, Soph., OF; Angie Gonzalez, Jr., OF; Alicia Belanger, Soph., OF

A plea to Sarkis

It's hard to underestimate the job that Tony Sarkis has done with the Greater Lawrence wrestling program. The record alone is staggering.

The Reggies have won nine straight Commonwealth Conference meet titles, they're two-time defending Division 2 dual-meet state champions, they've won 50 straight dual meets and they're 152-10-2 over the last eight years. Moreover, this year's club placed three wrestlers | Miguel Guzman, Franchesco Ortiz and Chris DelaRosa | at the New England Tournament.

New England Tournament

Timberlane's young wrestling team matured quickly during the season and | paced by heavyweight champion Brian Nicoll and 103-pound runner-up Cam Sullivan, both juniors | it grew up completely yesterday at the New England Tournament.

Bedford eliminates Reggies

Less than a minute into the second half of last night's Division 3 North first-rounder, Greater Lawrence Tech's Nate Adames stepped up and buried a 3-pointer to knot the score at 33-33, and silence the partisan sellout crowd crammed into Bedford High.

Reggies cap perfect season with another state crown

Thanks to an impressive 1-2 punch, Greater Lawrence retained its Division 2 dual-meet state title last night, extending its winning streak to 50 straight meets.

The Reggies used their well-known murders' row in the lower weights to stagger North Attleboro with a powerful jab, zooming to a 23-0 lead after just four weight classes. Then they counterpunched with a crew of unsung heroes to hold off North Attleboro, 36-32, in a showdown of unbeatens.

Natick no match for Reggies

Natick had no false illusions about defeating host and defending champion Greater Lawrence in the Division 2 dual-meet state semifinals yesterday.

With a young team and a pair of injured starters, Natick coach Bob Anaboli was looking mainly to be competitive against the unbeaten Reggies.

Reggies wallop Central to claim title

Senior heavyweight Chris Sharpe is understandably one of the overlooked members of the Greater Lawrence wrestling team.

His 23-6 record is more than respectable, but it doesn't match up with the likes of unbeaten Miguel Guzman (35-0 at 112), Franchesco Ortiz (35-0 at 119) or Chris DelaRosa (34-0 at 152), or even Matt Buco (35-1 at 103), Brian Nadeau (25-4 at 125) or Saul Orellana (32-2 at 135).

Short-handed Reggies lock up tourney spot

Illness and a suspension left Greater Lawrence Tech vulnerable at the most inopportune time.

So when the Reggies found a way to finally subdue scrappy Chelsea, coach Dan Habib wasn't about to complain.

Reggies host sectional tomorrow

Defending state champions Lowell (20-0-1) and Greater Lawrence (21-0) are strong favorites to capture the North dual-meet team sectionals today and tomorrow.

In Division 1, host No. 1-seed Lowell faces No. 4 St. John's Prep at 6 p.m. today while No. 2 Chelmsford takes on No. 3 Methuen. The winners will meet at 8 p.m. Lowell has defeated all three teams handily and doesn't figure to face much competition.

Division 2 North Sectional

Six days after the New England Patriots failed to make history, the Greater Lawrence wrestling team made a lot of it yesterday at the Division 2 North Sectional at Beverly High School.

The Reggies, who are the defending Division 2 dual-meet champions, overwhelmed the 12-team field to finish first with 278 points, placing seven in the finals, crowned four champions, placed all 14 wrestlers (top six) and advanced 12 to next week's Division 2 state meet at Reading.

Coaches' Corner: Greater Lawrence girls basketball's Tricia Fleming

Like the rest of us, Tricia Fleming still can't get over the events of Super Bowl XLII.

"I felt like I was playing or coaching," she said. "It's awful."

But as devastated as she was, the Greater Lawrence Tech girls basketball coach used the Patriots' loss as a teaching tool for her team.

It's all Reggies in CAC, State Voke

How do you spell dynasty, again?

In Commonwealth Conference wrestling, it's definitely spelled R-E-G-G-I-E-S as Greater Lawrence proved once again yesterday at Whittier Tech by winning its seventh straight CAC meet. The Reggies have also won eight consecutive CAC regular-season titles.

Unsung Rivera sparks unbeaten Reggies

Bring on the postseason!

That's the battle cry for the Greater Lawrence wrestling team because, like the New England Patriots, the postseason is the only thing keeping it from perfection for the second straight season.

DelaRosa mulls a decision

There are few vocational students as dedicated to wrestling as senior 152-pounder Chris DelaRosa, who was 44-4 last year and placed fifth at the New England meet.

"He just works his rear end off in practice every day," said Greater Lawrence coach Tony Sarkis, whose team is ranked No. 1 in the state for all divisions. "He never lets up, it's unbelievable."

Reggies' Aguirre learning to lead by example

The words "hope" and "faith" are scripted in black ink on Tiffany Aguirre's left arm.

It's a fitting tattoo. After all, the sophomore is trying to instill both tenets in her teammates.

"She wants to be a leader," Greater Lawrence coach Tricia Fleming said. "She still is, in my opinion, isn't even where she could be."

Buco, rugged Reggies remain perfect

The sun continued to shine on the Greater Lawrence wrestling team yesterday.

As the Reggies romped to their 20th straight win of the season and 45th straight over two years, 59-15 over Brooks, they even won the lone close match of the afternoon.

Reggies rally around their little big man

Greater Lawrence Tech plumbing instructor Ken Henrick knew what was coming and still showed up to school Wednesday morning.

The lesson for the day was about "humble pie." And the longtime teacher taught this one by example.

Reggies come back strong

Bouncing right back into action after the Greater Lawrence Christmas Tournament, Greater Lawrence found the Commonwealth Conference more to its liking yesterday.

Donald Celestin scored a game-high 22 points to lead the Reggies to a 68-51 victory over Greater Lowell. Brian Cabrera and Joey Rivera each added 14 points and Nate Adames led an aggressive Reggies defensive attack.

Pentucket tournament: Reggies surge past Lancers for crown

It was a Braveheart evening yesterday at the Pentucket Tournament.

Despite resting five standout starters, Greater Lawrence charged into first place to win its second title in three years with 146 points, slipping past local rival and defending champion Lawrence (141<1/2>), which led heading into the final round.

Mathieu powers Astros

In a consolation game, Pinkerton trimmed Greater Lawrence 65-59.

Zach Mathieu was the story for the Astros. In an impressive all-around performance, the 6-6 sophomore scored 16 points on 8-of-10 shooting, grabbed 10 rebounds and blocked five shots. Colby Verge came up big with 12 points and seven assists.

Methuen holds Reggies to record-low scoring output

On a day in which Methuen had one of its lowest scoring games in years, the Rangers' defense saved the day.

Methuen held Greater Lawrence Tech to 22 points, a record-low in the 33-year history of the Greater Lawrence Christmas Tourney. The previous mark was 23 by Pinkerton against Salem in the 2003 semifinals.

Reggies remain perfect

Greater Lawrence (5-0) continued to roll, blasting Xaverian 48-19. Freshman Matthew Buco (103) remained unbeaten and had one of seven pins for the Reggies, who have now won 30 straight matches. He, Angel Rivera (189) and Victor Sosa (215) all had first-period pins. Steven Nickerson captured a nice 7-4 decision at 125.

Nothing can stop the Reggies

Greater Lawrence didn't have any choice so it showed its depth yesterday while capturing the Wakefield Tournament.

Despite missing four starters, including standouts Miguel Guzman and Victor Sosa, the Reggies powered their way to 191 points in the 16-team field, far ahead of runner-up Reading 150 1/2, which barely nipped Methuen 149.

Reggies break past Whittier

After a bumpy start to the season, the Greater Lawrence girls took a step in the right direction yesterday afternoon.

After a 52-29 Commonwealth Conference win over Whittier, 10th-year coach Tricia Fleming, whose last two squads went 22-4 and 17-7, respectively, believes the Reggies can do much more.

Greater Lawrence defeats Minuteman

Greater Lawrence continued to roll, blasting Minuteman 66-6. The Reggies (4-0) had an astonishing 11 first-period pins. Franchesco Ortiz had the fastest pin of the day, in 30 seconds at 119.

Greater Lawrence wrestling preview

2006-07 record: 25-0, captured Division 2 state title

Returning starters (13): Franchesco Ortiz, Sr., 119; Brian Nadeau, Sr., 125; Jason Orsini, Sr., 215; Chris DeLaRosa, Sr., 145; Victor Sosa, Sr., 189; Miguel Plaza, Sr., 171; Juan Olivo, Jr., 285; Miguel Guzman, Jr., 103/112; Saul Orellano, Jr., 135/140; Nelson Diaz, Jr., 119; Brian Rivera, Jr., 145/152; Ray Diaz, Jr., 119; Kyle Berube, Soph., 152

Greater Lawrence Tech Boys Basketball Preview

2006-07 record: 3-17, did not make state tourney

Returning starters (3): David Campbell, 5-9, Sr., guard; Brandon Sheehy, 6-2, Sr., center; Josh Cormier, 6-0, Sr., forward

Returning lettermen: Dante Perella, 5-8, Soph., guard; Damian Colman, 5-8, Jr., forward; Dillon Ryan, 5-11, Soph, forward

Greater Lawrence Tech Boys Basketball Preview

2006-07 record: 16-8, lost in Division 3 North quarterfinals

Returning starters: None

Returning lettermen: Brian Cabrera, 6-3, Jr., forward; Hector Heredia, 5-6, Sr., guard; Nate Adames, 5-8, Sr., guard; Kelvin Correa, 5-9, junior, guard

Greater Lawrence Tech Girls Basketball Preview

2006-07 record: 17-7, lost in Division 4 North semifinals

Returning starters (2): Tatiana Perez, 5-8, Sr., forward; Tiffany Aguirre, 5-1, Soph., guard

Returning lettermen: Natalie Garcia, 5-5, Sr., guard; Talia Perez, 5-5, Sr., forward; Angie Gonzalez, 5-4, Jr., guard; Aisha Hernandez, 5-3, Jr., guard

Another title for the city,and the school

FOXBORO | “The Amesbury coaches asked ‘where the heck did he come from,’ ” said Greater Lawrence Tech defensive coordinator Dib Sarkis.

They’re doing the same in East Boston this morning after their Jets were steamrolled by one of the more dominating performances in Super Bowl history.

Adames wins the battle of the running backs

FOXBORO | The question was asked all week.

Who was better, Greater Lawrence speedster Nate Adames and his nearly 2,500 yards or bruising East Boston back Tyrone Figueroa and his more than 1,500 yards?

Greater Lawrence wins Super Bowl

FOXBORO | Greater Lawrence linebacker Jorge Cruz glanced back at the field as he was being rushed away from the stage with his team.

“I’m going to wake up tomorrow and I’m going to hope that this wasn’t a dream,” he said with an indelible smile. “It’s just crazy. I can’t even believe it, I really can’t.”

'Free spirit' Cote Greater Lawrence's vocal leader

Whether it's practice or a game, one noise is a constant around the Greater Lawrence Tech football team.

"(John) Cote just loves the game and he doesn't shut up," said Reggies head coach Tony Sarkis with a chuckle. "It's never negative, but he's always talking and he always has something to say."

Understanding Eastie: Power personified

You get the feeling that if the Reggies don't know much about East Boston's Tyrone Figueroa, they will learn soon enough.

Greater Lawrence Tech, champion of the Commonwealth Large, faces Eastie, the unbeaten Boston North champ at 11-0, the Eastern Mass. Division 3A Super Bowl tomorrow morning at 9:30 p.m. here at Gillette Stadium.

The wrestling carryover

Senior fullback Victor Sosa remembers back in the spring of 2005 when Greater Lawrence Tech wrestling coach Tony Sarkis approached him with a question after his freshman season on the mat.

"He asked me if he should take the (head football) job," said Sosa. "I told him, yeah, and told him it'd be a pleasure to play for him. He was our freshman coach when we were 7-0 and I felt confident we could do the same thing when we were seniors."

Amesbury made strides as a program

ARLINGTON | Members of the Amesbury football team will be proud to wear their letterman jackets over the next nine months.

And that is, perhaps, the biggest sign of change for a historically stagnant program.

Reggies must corral Amesbury's Flannigan

Amesbury's Jared Flannigan, is easily recognizable, playing the glorified position of quarterback and having lead his team to three straight wins.

While Flannigan did not start at quarterback to start the season, it became quite evident as the season wore on he was the guy for the 5-5 Indians, who'll challenge 10-1 Greater Lawrence Tech in the EMass Division 3A semifinals today (4 p.m.) at Arlington High's Pierce Field.

Explosive Reggies test tough Amesbury D

To say that tomorrow afternoon's (4 p.m.) Eastern Mass. Division 3A semifinal is a clash of styles might be the great understatement of 2007.

Amesbury High's 17-point effort on Thanksgiving raised its season total to 199 points scored, good for a nine-point lead over Greater Lawrence Tech's Nate Adames alone.

Reggie Road graders

Greater Lawrence Tech offensive line coach Frank Quintana's final lesson this year to his men has been the back-pedal. But the Reggies aren't buying. It's about the only technique they won't accept. They want the coach to pay up.

Lancers knock off unbeaten Reggies

ANDOVER | Funny thing about these Thanksgiving games ... the first quarter is just as important as the last.

Favored Lawrence High learned that lesson a year ago.

Yesterday, it was 10-0 Greater Lawrence Tech's turn.

Lawrence defense must stop Adames

The players love it, the coaches want it, and the community is growing to enjoy it.

Still, the future of Lawrence High-Greater Lawrence Tech remains a mystery.

"I'm not sure what will happen, we're hearing different things," said Tony Sarkis, whose 10-0 Reggies host the Lancers at Gleason Field tomorrow.

Thanksgiving Day Preview: Lawrence at Greater Lawrence

Date: Thursday, Nov. 22

Time: 10 a.m.

Coaches: Mike Yameen, Lawrence; Tony Sarkis, Greater Lawrence

Quarterbacks: Ramon Heredia, Lawrence; Jonathan Delossantos, Greater Lawrence

Adames, Greater Lawrence sprint to CAC Large title

BILLERICA | On the sidelines before the last drive, Greater Lawrence star halfback Nate Adames could be heard telling his offense that the left side, just outside of the tackle, was there for the taking.

Thompsons provide link to Reggies' glory days

When Greater Lawrence Tech assistant Dan Thompson wants to make a point to the players, he just shows them his finger. That's the one that brandishes his 1998 Eastern Mass. Division 5 Super Bowl championship ring.

Reggies' defense roughs up Greater Lowell to set up showdown for title

Give this game ball to the defense.

Greater Lawrence Tech was finding it hard to turn a wide-field position advantage into points against a hulking Greater Lowell squad. Halfback Nate Adames was a marked man once again, but this time he was held in check with only 80 yards. Major penalties took two Reggie touchdowns off the board and killed other two drives while an interception five yards from paydirt ended another march.

Adames, Reggies roll through Lynn Tech

LYNN | The disruption in the school day, the unusual 3:45 p.m. start, the long bus trip to Lynn ... all were land mines that could have thrown unbeaten Greater Lawrence Tech off its game.

Nate Adames would have none of it. Leaping off the bus in full stride, Adames rolled up three long first-quarter TDs and the Reggies made it eight straight with ease, drilling previously perfect (5-0) Lynn Tech, 32-14.

Delossantos on comeback trail

North Shore Tech 200-pounder Cameron White turned the corner with nothing but little Jonathan Delossantos and some freshly-mowed Kentucky bluegrass between him and the end zone.

Plow over the 5-8, 150-pound Reggie and head to the promised land, right?

A messy romp for Reggies

Undefeated Greater Lawrence Tech roughed up Mystic Valley High School 33-0 in a messy game punctuated by Reggies' penalties on both sides of the ball.

Greater Lawrence head coach Tony Sarkis was disappointed in his team's lack of discipline. "There were a lot of penalties. We've got to straighten those out."

Greater Lawrence Tech midseason coach's chat

The Reggies have outscored the opposition 179-91, with opponents doing most of their damage vs. the second- and third-teamers. With the heart of the CAC Large schedule closing in, Greater Lawrence is the team to beat.

Greater Lawrence cuises, stay perfact

MIDDLETON | Like surgeons slated for an afternoon golf match at the club, unbeaten Greater Lawrence Tech wasted little time peeling through North Shore Tech, 41-26, for victory No. 6.

The Reggies rolled up a 28-0 first quarter lead and sent the starters to the bench for good at the break, up 35-0. "That's it man, a short day," said senior fullback Victor Sosa, who bumped and careened for 57 yards and three TDs on his six rushes. "Take care of business and give the rest of the guys a chance. All business."

Balanced Greater Lawrence wins big

WEST ANDOVER | There's a lot more to Greater Lawrence Tech football than Nate Adames.

True, he is posting monster numbers in the early going and went over the 1,000-yard mark yesterday in just five games, but Northeast targeted Adames effectively. The senior, running fluidly after twisting his knee last week, was stopped three times for negative yardage and only had one carry for over 10 yards.

Greater Lawrence Tech Cheerleading Photo Gallery

Last Updated October 4, 2007

Reggies counting on Adames

After a couple days of watching, Nate Adames was expected to return to practice this week for 4-0 Greater Lawrence Tech, which tackles Northeast Saturday.

This week vs. winless Northeast, the Reggies could probably afford to rest Adames, who is arguably the most prolific player in Eastern Mass. with 977 rushing yards and 13 TDs. By the way, keep an eye on a couple of fast-rising young linebackers, sophomores Angel Rivera on the inside and Mike Scott on the outside.

Adames hurt in Reggies' victory

ANDOVER | Possibly a high price to pay for an easy victory.

Dominating an outmatched and winless Minuteman squad on route to an eventual 40-8 victory, Greater Lawrence Tech' s standout running back Nate Adames suffered a knee injury late in the first half that required him to be carried off the field. He stayed for the remainder of the contest, using crutches with ice on his left knee.

Reggies survive slugfest, defeat Whittier

ANDOVER | The torch was passed in Commonwealth Conference football yesterday, but it was far from an easy transfer. In a battle royal before around 300 sun-soaked fans at Gleason Field, a near school-record rushing effort from Nate Adames and an athletic late TD run from quarterback Jonathan Delossantos lifted Greater Lawrence to a satisfying 29-20 victory over defending champ Whittier.

Adames, Greater Lawrence run over Georgetown

ANDOVER | The soggy turf at Greater Lawrence yesterday morning effectively slowed down 21 of the 22 players playing upon it in the Commonwealth Conference opener for both Greater Lawrence and Georgetown.

All eyes on ... Georgetown at Greater Lawrence

Tomorrow morning's Georgetown at Greater Lawrence battle will be a flashback to the days when these two dominated their divisions of the Commonwealth Conference.

Georgetown remains tiny Georgetown, with only 36 players dressed, but as Reggies coach Tony Sarkis emphasized, "they are very sound as usual and have played together for four or five years."

Greater Lawrence shuts out Triton in opener

BYFIELD | Greater Lawrence Tech stepped up in more ways than one.

Playing Triton of the Cape Ann League meant the Commonwealth Conference Reggies were moving up one division in competition, and playing the season opener in Byfield meant dealing with this challenge on the road.

Adames, Reggies looking for return to proud past

WEST ANDOVER | Back in the fall of 2004, Nate Adames and his freshman classmates were about the only thing Greater Lawrence Tech boys athletic boosters could rally around.

The varsity team had plummeted deep into the abyss, finishing at 0-10 and the usually strong boys hoop and baseball teams were treading water.

Greater Lawrence Tech football preview

2006 record: 5-6

Returning starters (12): Nate Adames, Sr., TB/CB, 5-9, 170; Victor Sosa, Sr., FB/DE, 5-9, 215; Jonathan Delossantos, Sr., QB/CB, 5-7, 140; Isaac Sosa, Sr., WR/CB, 5-7, 160; Yerison Cruz, Sr., TE/DE, 6-0, 190; Rogers Bencosme, OT/DT, 5-8, 205; Jorge Cruz, Sr., G/LB, 5-8, 180; Miguel Plaza, Sr., SE/LB, 5-9, 180; Doug Stevens, Sr., SE/CB, 5-8, 170; Jason Orsini, Sr., OT/DT, 5-9, 205; John Cote, Sr., FB/LB, 5-9, 190; Kevin Fritschy, Jr., G/DT, 5-9, 210

Greater Lawrence Tech Boys Soccer Preview

2006 record: 7-8-1, lost in Division 3 North first round

Returning starters/lettermen: Christian Cano, Jr., stopper; Alejandro Cano, Jr., center-halfback; Chris Suarez, Soph., halfback; Brandon Pimentel, Jr., goalie/fullback; Christopher Velasquez, Sr., wing; Jonathan Cavranza, Sr., wing

Reggies undone by turnovers in loss to Whittier

HAVERHILL | Whittier notched a number of season firsts against Greater Lawrence yesterday.

The Wildcats were shut out in the second half. They suffered their first turnovers of the season. They punted the ball for the first time. And the Reggie offense outgained Whittier in the final 22 minutes, 77 yards to 75.

DelaSantos runs wild in Reggies loss

MANCHESTER | Time expired on the Greater Lawrence football team last night, but Jonathan DelaSantos kept running. He refused to concede a loss, 15-point deficit or not.

The 5-foot-7, 140-pound junior quarterback weaved through a series of Manchester Essex defenders and appeared to break into open field. DelaSantos' right knee buckled as the Reggies' sideline erupted, effectively ending the game.