Mike Zaranek, recognized as Golf Professional of the Year by the Vermont Chapter of the PGA, has made significant contributions to Brattleboro Country Club over the past 25 years, inspiring Brattleboro Bears through his junior golf camps and community-driven initiatives. His commitment to fostering a love for the game has helped local youth, including many aspiring athletes looking to form a high school golf team, find their passion for golf. With over 200 members at BCC, including a surge of young players, Zaranek's efforts exemplify the sharp upward trajectory of golf in Brattleboro, encouraging generations of golfers to embrace the sport.

In a thrilling matchup, the Brattleboro Post 5 legion team narrowly fell to White River Junction Post 84, 6-5, showcasing exceptional talent from BUHS athletes. Standout performances included John Satterfield scoring two runs and strong pitching by Ryder Butynski, who maintained a flawless record on the mound. As the season progresses, the Brattleboro Bears are gearing up for critical games, aiming for a solid playoff position.

This weekend, Brattleboro Bears in the Little League Allstars are gearing up for crucial matchups in the District 2 tournament. The 10U team faces a must-win game against Bennington on Saturday after a tough loss, while the 12U Allstars look to clinch the District 2 championship at Rutland on Sunday after a dominant win in game one. Support our local athletes as they strive for success on the field!

Cole Systo propelled the Brattleboro 12U Allstars to a decisive 11-1 victory over Rutland, hitting two impressive three-run homers and amassing six RBIs. Supported by strong performances from Brayson George and Gavin Carpenter, the team now leads the District 2 tournament series 1-0, with a chance to clinch the championship this Sunday. The Bears are making Brattleboro proud as they gear up for their next challenge on the road to the state tournament!

In an exciting doubleheader at home, the Brattleboro Post 5 American Legion team showcased their talent by winning the first game against Ludlow Post 36, 4-1. John Satterfield shone offensively with three hits and two RBIs, while Jayke Glidden led on the mound with ten strikeouts. Despite a close loss in the second game, where Sean Cozza struck out seven batters, the Brattleboro Bears demonstrated resilience and skill, setting the stage for their upcoming games.

The recent Firecracker 4-Miler in Brattleboro showcased impressive talent from our local athletes, with Brattleboro Bears making a strong showing. Notably, Trinley Warren clinched first place overall with a remarkable time of 22:57.17. Among the standout performances were Nico Conathan-Leach and Jonas Ackerman-Hovis, both from the Brattleboro boys track team, finishing fourth and sixth, respectively, in their age group.