Mike Ippolito

Sportswriter for Wilmington/Tewksbury Town Crier.

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

Our family extends a thank you to the Tewksbury, Wilmington and Shawsheen communities for all the wonderful tributes that are appearing in Michael’s honor. We knew that he was one of a kind, but it is so wonderful to experience the blessing that many of you felt that way too! ❤️

[Jamie Pote @JamiePote]

@IppoMike @AdamIppy
Thank You everyone who reached out to show support after Mike's passing. It certainly shows the impact that he made on so many people. Thank You again

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

@JamiePote @AdamIppy Absolutely priceless! Thank you @MALorick15 for the tribute to my husband. He loved writing the article about you. So thoughtful of you!!!

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

This is LisaMarie, Michael’s wife. The boys and I are so touched by this loving tribute to Michael. He was one of a kind. We are overwhelmed by the grace and respect you have shared.

[TMHS REDMEN GOLF @TMHS_Golf]

Redmen golf visiting the Methuen Rangers today at Merrimack Valley Golf Course. Redmen playing in honor of and for # @IppoMike and his memory today. Rest In Peace Mike

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

@JamiePote @Wilmington_AD @WHSgvsoccer This is LisaMarie, Michael’s wife. The boys and I can not express how touched we are by this tribute to our Michael. He loved you all and writing your stories. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

[STramsFAN @STramsFAN]

Shawsheen G Soccer takes home their 3rd straight win (2-1) vs Mystic Valley. Goal by Kendra Minghella assisted by Alexis LeBlanc. Second goal unassisted by Ava Noble. @BostonHeraldHS @LowellSunSports @BMinuteman @GlobeSchools @JamiePote @IppoMike @Coach_Michaud @shawtech_sports

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

Wildcats put together a nice drive , down to the Gryphons 27-yard line, but a 44-yard field goal attempt comes up short as time expires. Final score: Greater Lowell 10, Wilmington 7

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3rd down pass falls incomplete in the end zone, but Jayson Frasca gives the Gryphons a 10-7 lead with a 33-yard field goal with 42 seconds remaining. Wilmington will start final drive from the their own 21-yard line with 34 seconds left and one timeout

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

Tied 7-7, 57 seconds left in regulation . 3rd and 8 for Greater Lowell, from the Wilmington 16 yard line

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End of the third quarter, score remains deadlocked at 7-7 @Wilmington_AD @GLTechAthletics

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

Just about ready for the start of the second half. Wilmington will receive the kick, with the score tied 7-7

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Greater Lowell ties it up with 7 seconds left in the half on a 2-yard TD pass from Brendan Arsenault to Jayson Frasca. Halftime score, Wilmington 7, Greater Lowell 7.

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End of the first quarter, Wilmington 7, Greater Lowell 0

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Wilmington quarterback Jacob Rogue gives the Wildcats the early lead with a 76-yard TD run. Hunter Sands adds the extra point. Wilmington 7, Greater Lowell 0, 4:49 left in the first quarter

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

We are underway here at Alumni Stadium

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Wilmington wins the coin toss and defers to the second half. Greater Lowell will receive the opening kickoff @Wilmington_AD @GLTechAthletics

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

Here at Wilmington High’s Alumni Stadium, where the Wildcats (0-1) will take on Greater Lowell (0-1) in a non-league football matchup. About ten minutes from kickoff. Will be updating throughout. @Wilmington_AD @GLTechAthletics

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

@JamiePote @Craig_C_Turner Well, not THAT much olderthan Jamie anyway 😀😂. See you tonight, Craig!

[Shawsheen Athletics @shawtech_sports]

Rams win! Shawsheen 30 Bedford 26.

[Mike Ippolito @IppoMike]

Final score from Hormel Stadium. Arlington Catholic 28, Wilmington 21

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Pass falls incomplete in the end zone. AC takes over on downs with 29 seconds left in the game, leading 28-21