Duxbury's outdoor track teams faced challenging 40-degree weather in their season opener against rival Marshfield. The girls' team triumphed with an 86-50 victory, showcasing strong performances from captains and new talent, while the boys faced a tough 36-97 loss. Coaches emphasized the team spirit and determination among athletes, highlighting their experience gained despite difficult conditions.

By the Numbers
  • Girls' team won 86-50; boys' team lost 36-97.
  • Abby Conley won the 100m with a time of 13.48 seconds, and Ian McNeil won the boys' 100m at 11.25 seconds.
  • Riley Earle placed first in the 800m with a time of 2:29.20.
State of Play
  • The girls' team celebrated a strong start, winning multiple events.
  • The boys' team showed promise despite the loss, with hopes of improvement moving forward.
What's Next

The Dragons are set to host Plymouth North, looking to build on their experiences from the season opener and focus on enhancing their performance in future meets.

Bottom Line

Duxbury's track teams demonstrated resilience and teamwork in their first meet, setting a positive tone for the season ahead, with valuable lessons learned from both victories and defeats.