Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to correct the spelling of Reina Yano’s name.
By Ignacio Mattoras
Belmont Voice Contributor
Field Hockey : On Oct. 31, the sixth-ranked field hockey team took down Newton North 5-1 in the first round of the MIAA Division 1 state tournament. Junior Gigi Mastrangelo and sophomore Kendall Regan led the way with two goals each. Senior Mackenzie Clarke also scored. This win set them up to play Wachusett Regional High School in the second round on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Girls Soccer : The girls did not have any official games this week. However, they took on Beverly High School in a scrimmage to prepare for the state tournament. Belmont won 2-1. On Nov. 6, the eighth-ranked Marauders were scheduled to face off against Framingham in the first round of the state tournament on Thursday at 6 p.m.
Girls Swim and Dive : The Swim and Dive team had an outstanding week, winning the Middlesex League and placing fourth at sectionals. At both competitions, the team won the 200-meter freestyle relay, thanks to the performance of seniors Elizabeth Guevara and Lilly Glavin, as well as juniors Reina Yano and Karen Tao. Overall, the combined efforts of this group helped Belmont win the Middlesex League for the second consecutive year.
Girls Volleyball : The volleyball team fell to ninth-ranked Attleboro on Oct. 30 in the first round of the state tournament, bringing their season to an end. The team finished with an 11-10 record.
Boys Soccer : The Marauders’ season came to a close after a 0-0 draw against defending state champions Newton North. This draw means that the team failed to qualify for the state tournament.
Football : Belmont lost 42-8 to Winchester on Oct.30. Senior quarterback Kyle Curtis threw a touchdown pass to senior Andre Chavusian to secure Belmont’s first touchdown in three games. The boys are scheduled to play Wayland on Nov. 7 and continue to prepare for their annual Thanksgiving matchup against Watertown.
Cheer : On Nov.3, the Cheer team traveled to Woburn to compete in the Middlesex League championship. The team looks to continue its strong performance in competition after placing eighth in the state last year.
