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When Tim Nelson became the Hopkinton High School wrestling coach, he was just 20 years old and only two years removed from his own high school career on the mat. Knee injuries left him unable to continue wrestling, but he wanted to stay involved in the sport. Nearly...
The Hopkinton High School wrestling team finished sixth at the Division 2 West sectional meet on Saturday at Northbridge High School. Seven Hillers advanced to the Division 2 state championship: Caleb Newman (106 pounds), Adam Distasio (113), John Carlson (126), Jack...
The Hopkinton High School wrestling team hosted the annual Coaches vs. Cancer match vs. Ashland on Wednesday at the HHS athletic center. Although the Hillers dropped a 45-34 decision, they did their part to support the fight against cancer and raise awareness.
UPDATE, Dec. 21: Wednesday's match has been postponed. The Hopkinton High School wrestling team is scheduled to compete in a Coaches vs. Cancer event this Wednesday, Dec. 22, at Ashland Middle School. The Hillers will take on Ashland High School in a match that will...
In more than 25 years around the sport, Hopkinton High School wrestling coach Tim Nelson had never had a winter go by without rolling out the mats. The COVID-19 pandemic changed all that, and Nelson admits he felt the walls closing in a bit when the holidays rolled by...
Coming into the season without a single senior on the roster, Hopkinton High School wrestling coach Tim Nelson was not sure what to expect from his team. But led by four junior captains, the Hillers have forged a winning record and, Nelson hopes, set themselves up to...
