The Middlesex League expands to absorb the 'tons', Arlington and Wilmington. As I recall, according to Melrose sports historian Dick Collis, Melrose once had a major rivalry with Arlington.
Here's how it will look, with Melrose playing twice against the Small Division and once against the Large schools. In some areas, Divisions are named after a prominent sports figure. One might argue for one division to be named the Bill Tighe Division.
The structure places a huge premium on that one game with Reading, although I expect Stoneham to be very good next season with a large contingent of returnees.
The schedule permits seven non-league games. Generally, Melrose plays Central Catholic and Arlington Catholic, so that would allow for five other games. The rivalry with Central has gained a lot of traction. Traditionally, the strength statewide has been in the South and Central, so scheduling some games there (or against D1 North power Andover or Lincoln-Sudbury) might make sense. Scott Celli does a great job with scheduling in any event.
Large
Reading
Lexington
Belmont
Burlington
Arlington
Small
Melrose
Stoneham
Winchester
Watertown
Wilmington
As for the post-season sectional tournament semifinals, it has been changed (reason unclear why)
2011 North vs Central
2012 North vs West
Local volleyball priorities: optimally, having a year-round volleyball court would be great. I don't know if the small area of the Marcoux would be possible, or large enough. Presuming that isn't the case, an outdoor (sand) court at the Common might be another option. A more ambitious choice would be a "field turf" outdoor court as part of the new high school field renovation.
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