Make It An Active Summer In Stafford And Willington: 10 Ways To Get Moving On The Trails

Over networks of scenic trails, Stafford and Willington offer plenty of ways to stay active this summer.

Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Stafford And Willington

The 2026 World Cup is in the Knockout Rounds: Where to watch if you don't have tickets.

Stafford Motor Speedway Ready For Spring Sizzler, Opening Weekend

There's a full slate of racing on tap for the weekend as Stafford Motor Speedway starts the 2026 season.

Stafford Wins First Boys Hoop State Title With 64-59 Victory Over Hartford Public In Division V Final

The 2026 Bulldogs captured the program's first state championship.

It's The Pats And Seahawks Again In The Big Game ... See Where Stafford And Willington Residents Can Watch

There are plenty of venues at which to watch that big championship game.

Where Football Fans In Willington And Stafford Can Watch The Big Game

There are plenty of venues at which to watch that big championship game.

Bulldog Pride: 5 Unforgettable Athletes From Stafford High School

From local fields to national fame, these stars got their start in Stafford.

Pair Of Southpaw Pitchers From Tolland County Reach Next Level In Pro Baseball Careers

One young man has reached the pinnacle by making it to Major League Baseball, while the other is projected to be in the big leagues by 2027.

Grappler From Stafford Captures CIAC Divisional Championship

As a team, the Bulldogs placed second among 35 squads at the CIAC Class S divisional championship meet Saturday.

5 Super Athletes With Ties To Stafford-Willington

Patch has teamed up with T-Mobile to celebrate five standout athletes whose achievements have left a lasting impression on our community.

Stafford High School Athletes Excel At NCCC Track And Field Meet

Stafford High School athletes reached the podium at Tuesday's North Central Connecticut Conference championship meet.

Former Stafford Coach Elected To National Wrestling Hall Of Fame

The Connecticut Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame will enshrine nine new electees at a ceremony at Mohegan Sun in 2025.

Summertime Racing Event At Stafford Speedway Called Off

A popular series has canceled its schedule for 2024 and it affects one summertime event in Stafford.

Pallanck,​ Of Willington and ECSU, Gets All-Conference Soccer Honors

Dylan Pallanck was the only goalkeeper on the first team.

Crystal Lake Gets Fresh Stock Of Salmon

The state DEEP stocked Crystal Lake with hundreds of fish this week.

Stafford High School Product Josh Simpson Gets MLB Call-Up

Simpson was brought up to the Marlins this week from from Triple-A Jacksonville.

E.O. Smith, Stafford HS Scholar-Athletes Make Statewide Honor Roll

Local students will be honored Sunday for work in the classroom and interscholastic athletics.

ESCU Golf Team Keeps Streak Going With Player From Stafford

A Stafford resident is part of the ECSU men's golf squad.

Willington's Yeich Nabs Little East Goalkeeper-Of-The-Week Honors

Nathan Yeich made a career-high 10 saves for Eastern Connecticut State University in a win at Framingham State University.

Willington's Toomey Named Little East Conference Man Of Year At ECSU

This is the first year of the LEC Man of the Year honor.

Stafford's Broadhurst Repeats As Regional Player Of The Year For ECSU

Eastern Connecticut State University senior third baseman Luke Broadhurst of Stafford received a major recognition this week.

Stafford's Broadhurst Repeats As Top Conference Player For ECSU

It's another solid season for Eastern Connecticut's senior All-America third baseman Luke Broadhurst.

Stafford Native Jimmy Titus Traded To New York Mets Organization

The former East Catholic High School and Bryant University standout has been traded by the Los Angeles Dodgers to the Mets.

Tuesday's Connecticut State Tournament Scoreboard

A recap of results from Tuesday's high school state tournament action throughout Connecticut.

Wrestler From Stafford Wins Class S Championship

The Class S wrestling championships were decided Saturday at Killingly High School.

Hartford/Tolland County Teams Qualify For Basketball Tournaments

Thus far, 59 high school teams from Hartford and Tolland counties have already qualified for the CIAC state tournaments.

Monday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Monday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Wednesday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Wednesday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Wednesday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Wednesday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Monday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Monday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Stafford High School Sports - This Week's Schedule

A listing of scheduled contests for Bulldog teams for the week of Jan. 6-11.

Fall Accolades Accorded to Stafford High School Athletes

A total of 13 Bulldogs received postseason honors for their on-field accomplishments during the fall season.

As Winter Practices Open, a Look At Stafford, E.O. Smith Titles

The two schools have accounted for five team championships in winter sports over the years.

Monday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Monday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Wednesday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Wednesday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Friday's Connecticut Scholastic Scoreboard

A roundup of results from Friday's action involving high school varsity teams from Patch towns throughout Connecticut.

Days After Family Tragedy, CT Football Coach Returns to Sidelines

Three days after his dad perished in a tragic plane crash in Windsor Locks, Brian Mazzone led the Stafford tri-op football team to victory.

Friday's Scoreboard - Hartford, Tolland, Middlesex, NL Counties

Results from Friday's varsity schedule involving schools from Patch towns in Hartford, Tolland, Middlesex and New London counties.

Plane Crash Claims Life of Legendary Stafford Speedway Champion

The seven-time Whelen Modified tour champion was 61.

Fall Practice Begins: Stafford, E.O. Smith Title Histories/Skeds

A look at the fall state title history for Stafford and E.O. Smith high school teams, plus the 2019 fall schedules for their varsity squads.