WHS Girls Hockey Celebrates Senior Night With a Victory

The Winthrop High School girls hockey program recognized its four seniors in the finest way possible, skating to a 7-0 victory over Medford Saturday at the Larsen Rink at the Mike Eruzione Center.

“The day was a full success,” said head coach Butch Martucci.

Seniors Emma Holmes, Julia Holmes, Abby Holmes, and Mia Norris were honored in pre-game ceremonies for their contributions to the varsity during their careers. The Class of 2023’s Fab Foursome has led the team to a 15-0-0 record this season, with an undisputed league championship just one win away.

Julia Holmes paced the Vikings with a hat-trick performance. Emma Holmes, Mia Norris, Thalia Martucci, and Izi Hain also scored goals.

“The Medford goalie had a ton of saves and kept us at bay until the third period [when Winthrop broke the game open with four goals],” said Martucci.

Winthrop’s freshman netminder, Riley Towse, picked up her fourth shutout of the season with six saves.

In last Wednesday’s game against Marblehead, Winthrop rolled to an 8-1 victory. Emma Holmes had a hat trick, while Mia Norris, Hannah Parker, Samantha DiMento, Tegan Pereira, and Julia Holmes also tallied for Winthrop.

Winthrop was set to play Latin Academy Wednesday night. The Vikings host Gloucester Saturday (2:30 p.m.) and travel to Beverly for the regular season finale Tuesday (7:30) at Raymond Bourque Arena.

Emma-VP! Emma-VP!

The NEHL coaches will meet Sunday at 9 a.m. at Winthrop High to select the league MVP, All-Conference, and All-Star Awards.

With her league-leading offensive numbers and her team’s unblemished record, Emma Holmes should be the unanimous choice for league MVP.

“She’s absolutely been the best player in the league, hands down,” lauded Coach Martucci.

Julia Holmes, Abby Holmes, and Mia Norris are strong candidates for All-Conference Awards while Riley Towse is sure to get some recognition for her phenomenal rookie season.

Pereira Nets Her First Goal of the Season

 Freshman defenseman Tegan Pereira blasted a slapshot past the Marblehead goaltender for her first career goal. Pereira has been a steady contributor for the Vikings all season.

Sophomore Izzy Hain, who has shown a lot of improvement this season, scored her second goal of the season in the victory over Medford.

“We’re trying to find more ice time for Izi, and she’s making good use of it,” said Martucci.

 Receiving Support at Games from Winthrop Youth Hockey

 Butch Martucci said he’s been pleased to see players from Winthrop Youth Hockey’s girls’ teams turning out to support his WHS varsity team.

“Their attendance at the games has been really special for our players,” said Martucci. “We really enjoy it. They’re so excited to see us play, and we’re so excited to have them there. We’re going to try to go as team and watch their team play in the district championship game.”