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Lake Rings Up Milford To Retain Bell

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

By Kevin Eickman Lake Forest was not a good host as it dismantled Milford 49-14 in a game that was not as close as the final score. It was the fourth consecutive year that Lake Forest would defeat Milford in the “Battle of the Bell” rivalry series. The game marked the end of the season for Milford, while Lake Forest …

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Bucs Celebrate Senior Day

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

By Kevin Eickman On Tuesday, October 22, the Milford field hockey team celebrated Senior Day. In a game that Milford expected to win, the seniors showed up in force as they defeated visiting Caesar Rodney with a score of 8-1. With Milford having just two games remaining in the regular season, the win laid the groundwork for what Milford hopes …

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Soccer Bucs Shine on Senior Night

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

By Kevin Eickman Thursday night at Briggs Stadium, Milford hosted Polytech in their final home game of the season. It would be their last night on home turf for the Buccaneer senior players. Milford responded by controlling the contest from start to finish on their way to a 3-0 victory over visiting Polytech. Milford started the scoring early as senior …

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Milford can’t overcome injuries, Sussex Tech Parent Night, and stadium closure, falls 34-27

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

  By Kevin Eickman The Milford Buccaneers headed to Sussex Tech Friday night short-handed and facing both Senior Night and the final game in the history of Tech’s stadium. The team fought hard and led early, but ultimately was worn down by Tech’s relentless running attack and big plays, falling 34-27. With Milford starting quarterback, junior Cayden Jarett, out due …

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Milford Beats Indian River In second overtime, 2-1

Kevin EickmanHeadlines, Sports

Senior Manny Joseph’s goal late in the second overtime led Milford Soccer team to a 2-1 victory over a formidable Indian River team in a game with huge playoff implications. Joseph sidestepped the keeper, finding twine with just five minutes remaining in the game “I had the opportunity, and once I saw him make his move, I made mine and …

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Milford field hockey dominates Woodbridge, 5-0

Kevin EickmanHeadlines, Sports

WOODBRIDGE — Milford dominated Woodbridge on Saturday, controlling the pace throughout and winning 5-0 in a game where both teams were jockeying for playoff position. Milford established control early as junior Isabel Betts tallied her first of two goals in the game just 1:20 into the game.. The goal came off a scramble in front of the net and set …

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Laurel overwhelms Milford for Homecoming victory, 34-6

Kevin EickmanHeadlines, Sports

LAUREL — In a penalty-filled game, Milford proved to be a welcome guest for Homecoming, falling 34-6 in a game that wasn’t as close as the final score would indicate. It was evident from the opening kickoff that Milford was in over their heads. Starting at their own 20 for the game’s opening possession, Laurel’s ground game overwhelmed Milford. Play …

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Bucs Volleyball Falls to Sussex Central Knights, 3-1

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

By Kevin Eickman   Volleyball fans expecting the Milford-Sussex Central volleyball match to end with a close victory for the Buccaneers, were disappointed by the 3-1 loss, Milford tried to come from behind in the first game, but Sussex seized the early momentum. The Buccaneers would close the gap, but fell short, falling by a 25-19 score, leaving the home …

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Cross Country excels against Smyrna and Dover

Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

Congratulations to the Milford High School Cross Country Teams for another successful race at Killens Pond Tuesday versus Smyrna and Dover.  Milford boys swept the day after defeating both Smyrna and Dover by a large margin. The boys were led by overall winner Austin Neal-Dickerson in a time of 17:40.  The girls defeated Dover and lost a close race to …

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Terry RogersHeadlines, Sports

Congratulations to the Milford High School Cross Country Teams for another successful race at Killens Pond Tuesday versus Smyrna and Dover.  Milford boys swept the day after defeating both Smyrna and Dover by a large margin. The boys were led by overall winner Austin Neal-Dickerson in a time of 17:40.  The girls defeated Dover and lost a close race to …