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The student news site of Brimmer and May School | Chestnut Hill, MA

The Gator

Caleb Bess '27 leaps into the air to get offensive possession during the Gators' 1-0 victory against Lexington Christian Academy on Friday, September 12.
BREAKING: V. Boys’ Soccer Falls in NEPSAC, Capping Historic Season
Neil Chen, Journalist • November 14, 2025
The Gators cap a historic, youth-driven season with a run to the MBIL final and a NEPSAC Class D quarterfinal berth, falling just short but setting up a promising future.
Charlotte Woolley ’30 leads the pack at the recent MBIL championship race.
XC Gators Fall Short of MBIL Repeat, Boys Take Fourth
Cole Esrick, Journalist • November 12, 2025

Defending champion girls’ varsity cross-country finished second to Newman last Thursday at the Massachusetts Bay Independent League championship,...

The New York/New Jersey's FIFA World Cup 2026 logo is revealed during the kickoff event in Times Square in New York City, U.S., May 18, 2023.  REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Trump Stirs Uncertainty for Boston World Cup
Benjamin Weaver and Cole Esrick November 11, 2025
Moving a host city close to the tournament date would present challenges.
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BREAKING: Gators Eye Championship After Newman Win
Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • November 4, 2025
Caleb Bess ‘27 and Adi Houndegla ‘26 score for the Gators. The team plays tomorrow at 2:30 at Gann Academy in Waltham.

The team huddles before their first game of the season against Landmark.
After Missing Playoffs Last Year, Gators Soar to No. 2 Seed
Elias Gauld, Journalist • November 2, 2025
The team plays against Newman in the Semifinal on Monday.
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May 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball as New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) defends in the second half during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/ File Photo
Boston’s Bounce Back: A New Roster and Hope for a Hero’s Return
Rick Costa, Journalist • October 30, 2025

On May 12th, 2025, Jayson Tatum went down with a ruptured right Achilles tendon in Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals against...

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Breaking: Questionable Whistle Ends Gators' Season
Breaking: Questionable Whistle Ends Gators’ Season
Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • October 29, 2025
Did you agree or disagree with the call? Take our inside poll.
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TV sports reporter Jesus Quinonez speaks in front of the newly unveiled Boston FIFA World Cup 2026 logo in Boston, Massachusetts, U.S., May 18, 2023.     REUTERS/Brian Snyder
FIFA’s 2026 World Cup Leaves Local Fans on the Sidelines
Jacob Williams, Journalist • October 21, 2025

The FIFA World Cup is one of the largest sporting events on the planet. The tournament brings in billions of views worldwide, with last year’s...

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The Next Wave: Anthony, Mayer Ignite the Flame of Boston’s Future
Rick Costa, Journalist • October 9, 2025
Roman Anthony and Marcelo Mayer bring flashes of dominance back to Red Sox baseball.
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Coach Zavala giving advice to Rimon Zhao 27'
Changing the Game: Coach Zavala Sparks a New Era for V. Boys’ Soccer
Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • September 30, 2025
After longtime coach Chris Hardman stepped down last season, the program gained an opportunity to bring in a new voice to lead the team.
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Girls' Varsity Soccer Head Coach Thomas Gatanis.
New Faculty Profile: Thomas Gatanis, Girls’ Varsity Soccer Coach
Benjamin Weaver, Journalist • September 30, 2025

The School recently welcomed Girls' Varsity Soccer Head Coach Thomas Gatanis. Gatanis discussed his playing days, coaching career, and the beginning...

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Hardman hypes up the team before a game.
Chris Hardman Steps Down After 20+ Years as Head Varsity Soccer Coach
Rohan Muni and Tavio Mares-Van Praag September 10, 2025
After 21 years on the sidelines, Physics teacher Chris Hardman is stepping back from coaching Boys Varsity Soccer to focus on his son’s soccer journey, passing the whistle to Mauricio Zavala.
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Kingston Woolley '28 pitches five complete innings, allowing just three runs and capturing six strikeouts.
BREAKING: V. Baseball Wins MBIL Championship
Rohan Muni, Senior Journalist • May 15, 2025
The Gators defeated Gann Academy yesterday to clinch the MBIL Championship baseball title, winning 4-3. 
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Nov 29, 2024; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders (2) prepares to pass the ball in the third quarter against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at Folsom Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
Shedeur Sanders: How a Top-Tier Quarterback Fell to The Fifth Round
Rohan Muni, Senior Journalist • May 14, 2025

With the NFL draft concluding on April 26, many teams have revamped their rosters with budding young talent for the future. Many notable prospects...

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Will Apen ’25 makes contact during the team’s 10–7 win over Gann on Thursday, May 1.
V. Baseball Clinches Spot in Second Straight Championship
Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • May 13, 2025
The Gators play for the second straight year in the MBIL Championship, traveling to Gann Academy for a 4:00 p.m. match-up. 
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Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
Student-Led Ultimate Frisbee Makes Its League Debut
Tavio Mares-Van Praag, Sports Editor • April 30, 2025
The team boasts a record-high 16 players—five from the Middle School and 11 from the Upper School.
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Mar 31, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA;  General view of the field prior to the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Lucrative Contracts and Stellar Players Hype Up Opening Week
Kingston Woolley, Journalist • April 18, 2025
Overall, the 2025 season is shaping up to be an eventful year for the MLB.
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Apr 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) during the third quarter of game two of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Road to the Larry O’Brien Trophy: NBA Playoffs Predictions
Jack Malloy, Senior Journalist • April 17, 2025

As the regular season comes to a close and the Play-In tournament wraps up, matchups for this year's NBA Playoffs are set. The games will start...

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Varsity Girls Cap Off Historic Season With Championship Win
Varsity Girls Cap Off Historic Season With Championship Win
Gabe Cohen, Sports Editor • April 17, 2025

Girls' Varsity Basketball traveled to Loomis Chaffee on March 8 to compete in the NEPSAC Class D Championship against Vermont Academy. On...

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Charlie Young '29 is excited to serve as a new journalist and photographer for The Gator. He enjoys playing and watching sports, particularly soccer. He also enjoys taking photos in Boston.

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