Kids Will Love New Tennis Program

The new program teaches tennis basics to children in grades 1 and 2.

It's never too early to lift a racket and learn the basics of tennis. The Grafton Recreation Department presents Worcester County Afterschool Tennis, a new program to be held Friday afternoons for children in grades 1 and 2. Classes will be held from 4 to 5 p.m. May 18 and 25 and June 1. The primary focus will be on basic stroke production. The students will learn the fundamentals of the forehand, backhand volley and serve with emphasis on correct grips and technique. The goal is to make the game of tennis fun and challenging for all students. Children should bring water and sneakers. For more information and registration details, contact The Grafton Recreation Office, 30 Providence Rd. Grafton, (508)-839-5335 ext 156.

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Letter to the Editor

Letter: Thanks for Road Race Support

Letter thanks sponsors and supporters.

The Grafton Recreation Commission would like to aknowledge the following individuals and businesses for their generous donations and valuable time spent to make the 23rd Annual Grafton Gazebo Road Race a great succes. Grafton Water District                                                  Fallon Community Health Plan Wyman Gordon a PCC Company Unibank Charter Communications Savers Bank                                                                     Grafton Suburban Credit Union                                       Temp-Flex Cable, Inc.                                                       Grafton Police Associates                                            Kevin & Clair Hart Maureen Clark     Sue Dumas…

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PHOTOS: Road Race Draws A Fast Crowd

The Grafton Gazebo Road Race hit the hills of town.

A runner crossed the finish line about 15 minutes after the official winner, dripping with sweat and determination. He turned to a friend and asked, gasping "Did I win?'' The truth is: He did. And so did everyone who participated in Saturday's Grafton Gazebo Road Race, which took runners through five miles, was a winner. They couldn't all be official winners, but they pursued a goal and completed it. And that's a life medal. Congratulations to them all, and to the family and friends who showed up to cheer all the runners on.

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Kang Nam Tops Road Race Field

More than 160 runners participated.

A total of 128 runners participated in this morning's Grafton Gazebo Road Race, which wound its way through five miles of town. The top finisher was Kang Nam, with a time of 31:29. The top female finisher was Stacey Follansbee at 34:32. Other top finishers were: Male Ages 12-14: 1. Ryder Muhr 2. Aiden Gilmore 3. Deely Matthiew Ages 15-19: 1. Ben Sparks (who placed second overall) 2. Sean Cloran Ages 20-29: 1. Rob Auger 2. Pat Padgett Ages 30-39: 1. Chris Weidman 2. Michael Urban 3. Matt Volckmann Ages 40-49: 1. Scott Kelly 2. Eric Gilmore 3. Cameron Logan Ages 50-59: 1. Shawn McAvey 2. Bill Donaghy Sixty-plus 1. Loken Ludachris 2. Bob Luberow 3. Steve McDonough Women Ages 12-14: 1. Chloe DeVaney 2. Erica St. Jean 3. Julia Sieman Ages 15-19…

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Road Race Hits the Streets Tomorrow

The children's fun run is cancelled, but the main event is going on.

The 23rd annual Grafton Gazebo five-mile road race sets off at 9:30 a.m. Saturday from the Grafton Police station. The race ends at the rear of the Municipal Center. Awards will be presented to the top six male and female finishers in each age group: 12-14; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; and 60 and older. T-shirt pick-up and race day registration will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. Runners may pre-register online at at www.grafton-ma.gov. Registration is $20. The fun run scheduled for that morning for youngsters is cancelled because of construction at the Grafton High Schol field. For more information, call 508-839-5335, ext. 156, visit the website at www.grafton-ma.gov Any proceeds from the race benefit Grafton’s town parks and …

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Little League Swings Into New Season

The boys and girls of summer have a ball.

For Grafton youngsters, Sunday was Opening Day for another season of Grafton Little League. The season kicked off with a traditional parade from South Grafton Elementary School to the Ferry Street fields, followed by an opening ceremony and a slate of games.

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What's More American Than Little League?

A new season has started.

Grafton Little League opened its season yesterday with a parade and opening ceremonies at Ferry Street field. A highlight of the parade was the large American flag carried onto the field by Little League players. Check back tomorrow for more photos and information.

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POLL: Did a Hockey Fan Go Too Far with Racial Slur on Twitter?

We all love sports, but did a hockey fan on Twitter go too far after the Boston Bruins lost in Game 7?

Just minutes after Washington Capitals Forward Joel Ward made the winning goal in the seventh game of the Stanley Cup semi-finals, some disgruntled fans posted racial slurs against the player on Twitter, according to Boston.com. We all love our sports teams, especially in New England with the recent wins of the Stanley Cup by the Boston Bruins, the countless Super Bowl wins by the New England Patriots and the World Series wins by the Boston Red Sox in the last decade, but did these fans take it too far? Do you think it was just one or two fans angry over the loss or is this something more serious and a sign that our culture is still battling racial divides? Joel Ward has taken the high road and says that the racial slurs don't bother him, …

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Jennifer Lucarelli

9:52 pm on Sunday, April 29, 2012

Ed - well said. It used to be, think before you speak, but now, I guess it should be think before you tweet, email, post on Facebook. And Robert - Joel Ward did take the high road. And, I agree, it is no different than name calling on the street, but the street is now the globe with the world-wide web. It is just really sad and it was only a game.   more ›

Little League Season Starts with Parade

Opening Day starts at noon Sunday.

Grafton Little League takes to the field for the first time this season Sunday, April 29 during Opening Day, which begins with a parade and continues with a full slate of games. The parade gets underway from South Grafton Elementary School at noon. Players and coaches are asked to arrive at the school by 11:30 a.m. Opening Day ceremonies will begin as soon as all players and invited guests have marched from the school to the Ferry Street baseball complex. There will be plenty of food, beverages, games and family activities. Children’s activities include a moon walk, speed pitch and pie-eating contest. Students from DefenseWise Karate will be performing. A silent auction is being organized, with proceeds benefitting Grafton Little League. …

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Play Ball! Girls' Softball Season Starting

Opening day is Saturday.

Grafton Girls Softball will open the 2012 season from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 28 at Nelson Park. In addition to a full slate of games, the Opening Day festivities will also include a live DJ, food, a basket raffle, and a silent auction. All players will also participate in the Aquafina Pitch, Hit & Run competition at Opening Day.  This year's opening ceremonies will include a small ceremony to honor local veterans, featuring the Color Guard from Grafton's American Legion Delisle-Goulet Post 92. Veterans and other residents are invited. Opening Day Schedule  9:45 a.m.: Players report to Nelson Library parking lot 10 a.m.: Procession and Opening Ceremonies 10:15 a.m.: The DailyGrafton.com vs. Millbury (Field 1); CSR Financial vs. …

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