FCIAC

No. 1 Hand gives up early score, but ultimately puts Norwalk away

NORWALK — The Hand football team, No. 1 in the GametimeCT Top 10 Poll, found itself in a spot it has not been in much the last few seasons, trailing after the opening possession. The Tigers’ defense responded the way championship-caliber teams do, shutting down Norwalk the rest of the way en route to a 41-6 win … Read more

Hutchison catches 3 TDs as No. 2 St. Joseph overpowers Fairfield Prep

FAIRFIELD — The St. Joseph football team had two weeks to prepare for its game against Fairfield Prep — and that was only for the Xs and Os. The bye week provided ample time for the current Hogs to brush up on the longstanding rivalry, which was revived earlier this decade. The history lessons came … Read more

Watson (5 TDs), North Haven single wing too much for Staples

ORTH HAVEN — It’s hard for teams who have seen the North Haven single wing offense to stop it. When you haven’t seen it, it’s even harder. Staples found out what Southern Connecticut Conference opponents have known for years Friday night as the Indians rushed for 347 yards and eight touchdowns in a 53-20 Connecticut … Read more

No. 7 Ridgefield withstands Wilton’s challenge

RIDGEFIELD — Even though it trailed by seven, the Wilton football team was able to enter halftime believing that its 22-game winless streak against arch-rival Ridgefield might come to an end Friday night. The Warriors had controlled the first half, moving the ball at will and holding No. 7 Ridgefield to 11 plays on offense. … Read more