FCIAC

Milligan, defense rule in No. 2 New Canaan’s win over Wilton

WILTON — Tucker Milligan’s 99-yard interception return for a touchdown against Wilton surprised even New Canaan football coach Lou Marinelli. But it wasn’t that Milligan or the Rams’ defense could make a big play. “I didn’t realize he was that fast,” Marinelli said with a laugh. Milligan’s long pick six was just one of the … Read more

Greenwich edges New Canaan by two strokes for FCIAC boys golf championship

WILTON — Greenwich is the FCIAC boys golf champion. Given the Cardinals’ storied history, that may not sound like an earth-shattering statement. In reality, it’s been nearly three and a half years since their last league title, and for this year’s players, it’s a new accomplishment in a so far perfect season. Greenwich overcame an … Read more

Greenwich football holds off Trumbull as receivers Wailgum, Gennarelli step up

GREENWICH — One top Greenwich receiver tried but couldn’t go Thursday night in a football game against Trumbull. Players moved up the depth chart. The Cardinals needed big performances from them. They showed up. James Wailgum caught two touchdown passes from Jack Wilson, Gavyn Gennarelli caught one and the Cardinals won 37-24 at Cardinals Stadium. … Read more

Ridgefield girls claim FCIAC cross country three-peat, led by Buonocore’s title

NEW CANAAN — Steve Mucchetti found an appropriate comparison when asked how his first-year as the coach of the Ridgefield girls cross country program was going. “Normally when you take a new job, it’s a rebuilding program,” Mucchetti said. “This was like someone handing me the keys to a Ferrari.” The Tigers are definitely the … Read more

Danbury wins first FCIAC boys cross country title since 2015, Ridgefield’s Hergenrother wins individual title

NEW CANAAN — Over the years, Danbury has been the FCIAC’s most prolific boys cross country team when it comes to championships. More than 20 titles in 30 years will do that for you. That would tend to make a seven-year stretch without a league crown feel like an eternity, but a “breakout” performance for … Read more

Staples football cruises to victory over Danbury behind 2 TDs each from Fiala, Smith

WESTPORT — The Staples football team chewed up more than 7:30 on its opening drive Friday night, culminating with a 1-yard touchdown plunge from quarterback Caleb Smith. It was a sign of things to come. The Wreckers dominated on homecoming, rolling over Danbury 42-21. Click here for the complete story

Faced with another rally, Wilson and No. 5 Greenwich put brakes on No. 6 St. Joseph

GREENWICH — That a 16-point lead was whittled down to just three with plenty of time remaining might have been unnerving for any team. Having gone through it already — and lost — the team formerly known as No. 1 Greenwich was determined not to let it happen again. Or, as senior quarterback Jack Wilson … Read more