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Medfield Boys' Golf Places Second Behind Westwood in D3 State Finals
Medfield was edged by Westwood in the MIAA Boys' Golf Division 3 State Championship; finishes second to Wolverines.
"It was so close," Medfield head coach George Callahan said after Monday's MIAA Boys' Golf Division 3 State Final at Glen Ellen Country Club in Millis.
And close it was.
Medfield and 2011 MIAA D3 State Champion Westwood tied with a final score of 313 but the Wolverines edged the Warriors with an 83 vs. 84, according to Callahan.
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"Every player on our team gave his best in every match," Callahan said of his six-player team on the course Monday. "Westwood is the champion and Medfield finished second ... not bad."
Pat O'Reilly carded a career best 75 to lead the Warriors. Mike Mulrey and Brett Thomas shot a pair of 79s, Mike DiFiore carded an 80, Dave Swanson finished with an 84 and Cal Given turned in a 90.
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The second place finish Monday concludes a memorable season for the program.
"I'm sure they are disappointed now but that's what sports all all about and it in no way detracts from a great season," Callahan said.
Callahan said Dave Swanson was the Tri-Valley League co-MVP with Zach Schuster of Norton. Mike Mulrey and Brett Thomas were TVL All-Stars. Pat O'Reilly, Mike DiFiore, Dan Neidermire and Dan Pucci were TVL Honorable Mention All-Stars.
"All the players are great kids," Callahan said. "I could'nt be more proud of them."
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