NCAA Volleyball: Mt. Holyoke 3, MCLA 1

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MCLA was led by Kayla Bromback who had a team high 10 kills and Angelica Perfido chipped in with seven. Allie Chang once again led the team with 25 digs.

The Trailblazers struggled all night to get any kind of momentum. Game two was a see-saw affair that saw several lead changes throughout; neither the Trailblazers nor Lyons could pull away by more than a point or two. Bromback helped put the game for MCLA late with a big kill. The momentum didn't carry over into game three as Mt. Holyoke turned a close game into a decisive 25-17 victory.

MCLA made several unforced errors in game four and didn't have an answer for Martina Kneifel. The sophomore had nine of her game-high twelve kills in the last two games. Alison Chu led the Lyons with sixteen assists and was often setting up Kniefel for winners.

Mt. Holyoke moves to 2-2 on the year and MCLA drops to 2-9 on the season. MCLA will look to turn things around as they host Becker and Green Mountain this Saturday beginning at 11.

Northern Berkshire Celebrates Spirit of Caring Award Recipients

By Tammy DanielsiBerkshires Staff
06:22PM / Friday, May 10, 2024

NBUW Executive Director Patti Messina recognizes two 'dynamic' women retiring this year: Janice Broderick and Christine MacBeth. 

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — The Northern Berkshire United Way on Thursday saluted members of the community who have stepped beyond their roles to help and support others. 

 

Among them was state Rep. John Barrett III, former longtime mayor of North Adams, who was recognized not only for his efforts on behalf of the city for so many years but a "softer side" not always apparent. 

 

The celebration was NBUW's sixth annual Spirit of Caring Awards, held at Norad Mill and attended by its member agencies, sponsors and community members. The room was packed at 3 West for the presentations of the Spirit of the Future Award to Officer Stephanie Mirante, the newly named Steve Green Spirit of Community Award to Wild Oats and the Al Nelson Spirit of Caring Award to Barrett. Also recognized was Adams Heating & Plumbing for campaign of the year. Barrett also provided a proclamation from the House to his fellow recipients. 

 

Executive Director Patti Messina first wanted to recognize two women who are retiring after years of serving the community: Janice Broderick of the Elizabeth Freeman Center and Christine Macbeth, president and CEO of the Brien Center. 

 

"They leave behind a legacy of dedication, commitment and hard work to this community," she said. "We salute you and thank you for your accomplishments."

 

Sharon DeMyer-Nemser and Ellen Sutherland, both members of the board of directors, presented Barrett, elected to the House in 2017, with the award. 

 

"Although John really needs no introduction, we would like to take a moment to review John's past and storied history in our community," said DeMyer-Nemser, ticking off accomplishments including fighting for the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art and convincing political leaders that arts and culture are vital components in building a strong creative economy in the Berkshires during his 26 years as mayor and representing North Berkshire on Beacon Hill.