Members of the Marblehead Education Association gathered outside Veterans Middle School to show their solidarity with each other before a meeting with interim Superintendent John Robidoux last Thursday morning. Educators in the district have been without a contract since Aug. 31. “We are showing that we are standing together and we are still doing our best job … [Read more...] about Marblehead teachers show solidarity outside Veterans Middle School
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Summer clinics underway in Marblehead
Not only does summertime come with warm weather and beach days, but also, athletic clinics. From Patrick Bugler’s basketball camp, to Mike Giardi’s baseball and softball clinic, and to Chris Barone’s track and field camp, here’s the rundown: Bugler’s All-Star clinic begins Monday at Marblehead High, putting together two elements: fun and fundamentals. The boys’ session runs … [Read more...] about Summer clinics underway in Marblehead
Baseball team on deck for start of season
LYNN — The baseball regular season is almost here. Marblehead and St. Mary’s (Lynn) met on a cold Monday evening at Fraser Field to get a scrimmage in ahead of Opening Day. Both head coaches, Mike Giardi (Marblehead) and Derek Dana (St. Mary’s), believed the scrimmage was beneficial to get a look at live pitching and competition. “It’s good to compete against another … [Read more...] about Baseball team on deck for start of season
The Best – Mike Giardi
Mike is head baseball and basketball coach at Marblehead High School. Player: Bo Jackson because "he’s just a phenomenal athlete. It’s hard not to say Bo” Team: 1986 Celtics Coach: Bill Belichick Play: Dave Roberts' steal in the 2004 ALCS Rivalry: Red Sox-Yankees or Celtics-Lakers Uniform: The Yankees' pinstripes Sports movie: "Bull … [Read more...] about The Best – Mike Giardi
Success aplenty for boys and girls basketball
The town of Marblehead had plenty to cheer about in basketball gymnasiums this winter. The boys – helmed by coach Mike Giardi – finished with a 13-7 record, while Paul Moran’s girls team checked out at 14-8. Let’s start with the girls. Led by senior captains Kate Burns and Kathryn Pyne, the Magicians had lots of success throughout the regular season, including a … [Read more...] about Success aplenty for boys and girls basketball