Ross McGibney’s two second-half goals lifted the Staples boys soccer team past Bridgeport’s Central High School today.

The 2-1 win, at Kennedy Stadium, upped the Wreckers’ record to 6-3-2, and keeps them in the hunt for an FCIAC playoff berth.

Staples turns right around and hosts Trinity Catholic Saturday at 10 a.m. at Albie Loeffler Field.

The Staples field hockey team today defeated New Canaan 2-0 in a homecoming game.

After controlling the game in the first half, Staples junior Arianna Gerber scored by deflecting the ball from a drive off of junior Blake Orban, leaving the score at halftime 1-0.

In the second half, many scoring opportunities occurred, and finally junior Lauren Mlynski deflected the ball for a score from an assist by senior Katie Baxter. The game displayed a great deal of skill and soundness from the Staples team.

The next home game is Monday against Danbury at 3:45 pm.

Westporters Bill Meyer (l) and Glenn Hightower were among those honored today in New Britain by Secretary of the State Susan Bysiewicz (c) at the Volunteer Youth Sports Leadership Public Service Awards ceremony. The award recognizes dedicated service and volunteer contributions of coaches throughout the state. Westport First Selectwoman Diane G. Farrell nominated Meyer and Hightower, along with Westporters Bill Heery, Howie Friedman, and Carl Leaman, who were unable to attend. The ceremony was held in the Torp Theater at Central Connecticut State University. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Contributed photo

Senior Ryan Bohling gains some yardage for Staples during today’s 56-6 Wrecker win over Bridgeport Central at Bridgeport’s Kennedy Stadium. Central scored its only TD with 11 seconds remaining in the game. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Betsey Lebow for WestportNow.com