BY RYAN O’CONNORStu Goldstein of Dunbarton said he didn’t enter the Granite State Senior Games expecting to win anything. He was simply looking to regain the competitive feeling he experienced while exhibiting his athletic prowess in gymnastics for 35 years. “Last year I saw it in the paper, and I was 49, and I said, ‘Hey, ...

By Chris Quartarone If you think hitting a bull’s-eye is mere child’s play, work your way to Dunbarton and leave those notions behind. Pioneer Sportsmen, Inc., is a hidden escape for those who love archery, but without the freezing winter temperatures, said Phil Yeaton, co-director of archery at the club. The Leon Gilman Archery ...

BY SAPNA PATHAK After 15 years of competitive shooting, Candia’s Dave Baldessari finally named his favorite rival. That rival also happens to be one of his closest friends. Baldessari joined Ron Coble of Bedford at this year’s 20th annual Granite State Senior Games; the two friends participated in the pistol shoot on Saturday, ...

BY SAPNA PATHAK After dropping out of this year’s state Little League softball tournament, Bow players learned practice skills and life-lessons were important by-products of the experience. But the most important aspects each all-star takes from the season are newfound friendships and a handful of memories. Bow’s 11- and ...

BY SAPNA PATHAKWhile others celebrate the end of the year with eggnog, presents and relished time with friends and family, we took a look back at 12 months worth of Neighborhood athletics. The calendar contributions came from Neighborhood squads at all levels. Some hoisted championship trophies in repeat triumphs; others walked away with ...