Stories written by Jeffrey CattelJeffrey studies journalism and gender studies at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, but continues his work as a
Citizen staff writer, a position he's held since February 2008. Cattel grew up in Canton and graduated from Canton High School in 2009.
CHS sophomore wrestling duo Chris Sullivan (113 lbs.) and Quinn Merrigan (120 lbs.) didn’t place at the recent MIAA All-State competition, but the two managed to hold their own, often against competitors two years their senior. Sullivan and Merrigan had already become the youngest wrestlers in Canton High history to advance to the Division 3 […]
Sophomore Chris Sullivan made Canton High wrestling history last weekend, becoming the youngest Bulldog to win the Division 3 state tournament for his weight class. Fellow sophomore Quinn Merrigan finished second in his respective weight class. Both will advance to the All-State competition the weekend of February 25. Going into the state tournament, Sullivan had […]
Feb 15 2012 | Posted in
High School,
Sports | By
Jeffrey Cattel
Four Canton High wrestlers qualified for the state competition after finishing in the top four in their respective weight classes at the south sectional championships last weekend. As a team, the Bulldogs placed fifth at sectionals, one spot shy of advancing to postseason play. Senior captain David Rosenberg (126 lbs.) led the team with a […]
After struggling to put points on the board against a slew of top tier teams like Franklin, the Canton High boys’ wrestling team finished fifth in the 15th annual James Peckham Wrestling tournament. On an individual level, sophomore duo Chris Sullivan (113 lbs.) and Quinn Merrigan (120 lbs.) finished first in their respective weight classes. Other […]
Jan 18 2012 | Posted in
High School,
Sports | By
Jeffrey Cattel
Facing a slew of difficult opponents, the Canton High wrestling team struggled to come up with a win in recent meets against North Attleboro and Sharon. But on an individual level, sophomore duo Chris Sullivan (113 lbs.) and Quinn Merrigan (120 lbs.) continued their impressive seasons, placing second and eighth, respectively, at the Lowell Holiday […]
Despite a small roster, the Canton High wrestling team went into this season with a lofty goal: win the Davenport Division for the first time in the program’s history. But what once seemed unlikely now appears to be well within reach, thanks to some early season victories and a roster that has doubled in size […]
Dec 28 2011 | Posted in
High School,
Sports | By
Jeffrey Cattel
Much has changed in the nearly four and a half decades since Alfredo and Rosina Aiello opened Alfredo Aiello Italian Foods in Quincy. Small, local corner grocers have all but disappeared and continue to be replaced by behemoth supermarkets. Little has changed, however, at Alfredo’s. Sure, the business has grown from the food processing plant […]
Jun 15 2011 | Posted in
Business | By
Jeffrey Cattel
After a dramatic turnaround in the final weeks of the season that ensured a spot in the postseason, the Canton High softball team fell 2-1 to Norwell in the first round of the Division 2 south sectional tournament. Seeded 21st, the Bulldogs almost pulled off a huge upset over the 12th-seeded Clippers. Canton scored first […]
Missing two starters to illness and one to a concussion, the Canton High girls’ lacrosse team gave it their all against 12th seeded Medway, but fell short in the first round of the state tournament with a 21-11 loss. “We brought up some JV players and gave them an opportunity to play in the tournament,” […]
After a rough 1-11 start to the season, the Canton High softball team has advanced to the postseason with four wins in the last six games. “I couldn’t be more proud of what these girls have accomplished,” coach Ed Amico said. “They have been playing their best softball of the year, having some fun and […]