More than 100 alumni from as far as California and as long ago as the 1960 team, returned to Loeffler Field for today’s Staples boys soccer’s 60th anniversary celebration. They were treated to an old-school-type game against Darien: excellent soccer by two top teams, great defense and selfless attacking by Staples, and a muddy grass field. The final result –- a 0-0 tie—included excellent defending by the Wreckers’ Rob Diorio, Nick Ambrose, Surya Balaji and Patricio Perez Elorza, and secure goalkeeping by Ry Cohen. Staples is now 7-2-4, and travels to Fairfield Ludlowe for a 7 p.m. Monday match. Pictured: mud-streaked Vaughan Sealey is intent on going forward. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Armelle Daniels for WestportNow.com

Staples soccer player Vaughan Sealey needed just three minutes to score against Ridgefield today. But the Wreckers took their foot off the gas, and the visiting Tigers drew even midway through the first half. The second half was all Staples, though. Goals by Mauricio Inglada, Nick DiMasi and Lefty Penderakis iced the 4-1 victory. The Wreckers, 7-2-3 on the season, now prepare for Saturday’s big Staples soccer 60th anniversary celebration. There’s a tailgate at 1 p.m., followed by a 2 p.m. match against Darien, and a 4 p.m. alumni pickup game. All former players, parents, friends and soccer fans are invited to Saturday’s festivities. Pictured: Midfielder Matthew Tanzer helped run the show today against Ridgefield. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Armelle Daniels for WestportNow.com

The Staples Boys Cross Country team completed an undefeated dual meet season today, beating Darien, St. Joseph and Norwalk at home to finish with a 15-0 record. The team has amassed 95 straight wins over the last five years under the leadership of Laddie Lawrence, who celebrates 50 years of coaching the cross country/indoor-outdoor track programs at Staples High School. The varsity team took the top seven places, with junior Nick Taubenheim leading the way. Hewa followed by Teddy O’Kane, Morgan Fierro, Luke Lorenz, AJ Zuckerman, Henry Haas and Ryan Smith. The boys novice team also completed an undefeated season, posting the top seven finishers in today’s race. The Cross Country team now enters the championship season, including FCIACs and the state open meet in the weeks ahead. Pictured: At the start of the race, Staples captains led the way—(l-r) AJ Zuckerman (‘19), Luke Lorenz (‘19), Henry Haas (‘19) and Ryan Smith (‘19).  (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo

Wrecker Nick Di Masi (white jersey, shown battling for a ball) power-headed in Austin Sholes ball just two minutes after Stamford took a late 1-0 lead today. The goal -– which began with a nifty move by Mauricio Inglada -– drew the Staples boys soccer team even. The rivals battled on even terms to the end: a 1-1 draw. The Wreckers were sparked by the play of Patricio Perez Elorza and Matthew Tanzer, and the defense of Rob Diorio, Nick Ambrose and Surya Balaji. Staples, now 6-2-3, hosts Ridgefield on Wednesday. Kickoff at Loeffler Field is 4 p.m. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Armelle Daniels for WestportNow.com

The Staples footballers today suffered their first defeat of the season, falling to Darien 24-0 at Darien. With the loss, the Wreckers are now 4-1 on the season. Pictured: Staples senior Michael Thompson knocks the ball away from the outstretched hands of a Darien receiver. Next up: the “pink out” game against Norwalk at home on Friday, Oct. 19 at 7 p.m. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Chris Greer for WestportNow.com

Staples senior Marissa Healy tonight set a school record in the 100 butterfly (above) (1:04.00) and broke a 24-year-old school record in the 50 freestyle (26.82) as the Wreckers Girls Swim and Dive Team fell to Greenwich, the defending state champions, 105-81 at home. Esme Hunter’s (Jr) wins included the 200 individual medley (2:24.54) and 100 back (1:04.40). Morgan Lenoce (Jr) was the other event winner for Staples in the 200 freestyle (2:13.05). The Wreckers also won the 400 freestyle relay with Healy, Lenoce, Michelle Kennedy, and Hunter in 4:13.24. The team is now 4-2 on the season. The next meet is Saturday away against St. Joseph. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo

First Selectman Jim Marpe and Selectwoman Jennifer Tooker today joined with the Staples Field Hockey team for its Pink Day games. Balloons were flown at Ginny Parker Field in honor of those who have or are battling cancer. Donations from today’s games will benefit Pink Aid. Staples went on to defeat St. Joseph’s High 10-0, keeping a perfect record. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo

Nick DiMasi’s 25-yard rocket made the difference today as the Staples boys soccer team shut out a strong Westhill team 1-0. DiMasi’s first-half blast came off a nifty give-and-go with Vaughan Sealey. The Wrecker defense of Rob Diorio, Nick Ambrose, Surya Balaji and Patricio Perez Elorza combined with keeper Ry Cohen for the clean sheet. Matthew Tanzer was the man of the match at midfield. Staples, now 6-2-2, travels to Stamford on Monday (4 p.m.). Pictured: DiMasi (12) celebrates his goal with Tanzer. Austin Sholes and Diorio race over to join them. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Armelle Daniels for WestportNow.com

A school record in the 200 Freestyle Relay—1:51.07—was set tonight in the Staples Girls Swim and Dive team’s 95-89 victory over the combined Westhill-Stamford team at home. The record-setting relay team was comprised of Annie Bowens (Jr), Morgan Lenoce (Jr), Esme Hunter (Jr) and Marissa Healy (Sr). The Staples swimmers won seven events, and showed their depth as they also took six second place finishes, and six third place finishes. The Wreckers improved to 4-1 on the season. Next up: Friday at home against Greenwich, the defending FCIAC, LL and State Open champion. Pictured: relay team members (l-r) Esme Hunter, Marissa Healy, Annie Bowens, and Morgan Lenoce. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo

Josh DeDomenico’s goal just a minute after kickoff stunned Brien McMahon today. Sam Liles and Brendan Lynch added their own strikes, and the Staples boys soccer team earned a 3-0 shutout at Loeffler Field. The Wreckers are now 5-2-2. A strong Westhill side comes to town Thursday. Kickoff is 4 p.m. Pictured: Sam Liles battles a Brien McMahon defender earlier today.  (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Armelle Daniels for WestportNow.com