Norton in springtime is filled with the sound of baseballs pinging off aluminum bats and the whoosh of fastballs hitting the catchers’ mitts. In increasing numbers we have Norton youth pursuing a different spring pastime.
Titans Lacrosse comprised of Attleboro and Norton youth has been growing since their inception in 2003. This year over 40 Norton youths have grabbed their sticks and headed to the lacrosse field. This year, the Titans have fielded their first ever club level select team.
Three Norton youths have assumed key roles on the inaugural Titans U-15 Lax Select Team. Andrew Ranieri, Joe Weber and Luke Kane have helped key a 2 and 0 start to the select season.
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Last weekend’s game was held at the Polo grounds in Portsmouth, R.I. The Titans boys sprang out to a quick start and weathered a late surge by the Aquidneck Island Cannons. The Titans persevered for a 9-6 victory. Andrew helped drive the offense with a goal and 2 assists while Luke and Joe anchored a dominant Titans Defense.
Norton has produced many talented lacrosse players including Matthew Frucci playing for SE Regional and Spencer Sweiger and John Hunter for Bishop Feehan. Luke Kane and Sean Petrilli have achieved club success on New England Select Lacrosse Club (NESLL). Stay tuned for updates on these and other Norton Lax Players.