It's time to step up to the plate and cast your vote for the Hometeam Baseball Player of the Week, presented by the YMCA of Central Mass.! Last week delivered a lineup of standout performances across Central Mass. diamonds, and we've rounded up the top contenders for you to choose from.
First, a big congratulations to West Boylston's Jameson Lapointe, who crushed the competition in last week's poll with a whopping 10,020 votes. He outpaced Leicester's Robert O'Neil (4,681 votes) and Auburn's Bryce Everson (1,302 votes) to claim the honor. That's a true home run performance from the fans!
Now, let's dive into this week's nominees—players who brought their A-game and left it all on the field. Coaches and administrators, keep those game reports coming! You can share results and highlights by calling the T&G sports desk at 508-793-9350 or emailing sports@telegram.com. Your submissions make these polls possible.
Here's a look at the standout stars from the past week:
Adams (Quabbin) delivered a complete-game gem, tossing 103 pitches and striking out eight while allowing just one earned run on seven hits over seven innings. He also went 3-for-4 with a run scored to lead the Panthers to a 3-1 win over Narragansett.
Beauregard (Worcester Academy) had a day to remember, going 3-for-5 with a home run and five RBIs to power the Bulldogs to a 20-3 rout of Gann Academy.
Castillo (Southbridge) was dominant on the mound, racking up 13 strikeouts while giving up just one run on two hits over seven innings. His effort lifted the Eagles to a 9-1 victory over Southbridge.
Dalpe (Millis) was a force at the plate, going 4-for-6 with three runs scored as the Blue Raiders exploded for a 21-6 win over Millis.
Fields (AMSA) threw a no-hitter, walking five and striking out five, to lead his team to a 5-0 shutout of AMSA. That's the kind of performance that keeps fans on their feet!
Gaboriault (Marlborough) showcased his power, going 3-for-4 with two home runs and three RBIs to help the Crusaders cruise to an 11-1 victory over Marlborough.
Giancola (Nipmuc) was a two-way star, firing a two-hitter with six strikeouts while going 2-for-3 with two runs in a 12-2 win over cross-street rival BVT. He followed that up by going 3-for-3 with a homer in a 13-0 victory over Bartlett.
Gibbons (Bernardians) tossed a two-hitter and fanned 13 while giving up just one earned run. The visiting Bernardians erupted for 13 runs in the top of the seventh to down the Chargers, 15-2.
This senior (Narragansett) struck out 11 over six innings and went 3-for-4 as the visiting Wildcats won, 5-2, over Narragansett.
Which player deserves the crown? The choice is yours! Vote now and help us decide who takes home the Hometeam Baseball Player of the Week honors. Whether you're a fan of pitching dominance, clutch hitting, or all-around excellence, there's a standout here for everyone. Let's hear it for Central Mass. baseball!