WESTFORD — After winning the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association Division 1 state championship for the first time in school history, the Westford Academy girl’s cross country team was invited and honored at the state house.
The team, along with WA cross country coaches Phil Archambault, Paul Hajjar, Scott Hafferkamp and WA Athletic Director, Jeff Bunyon, received a tour of the Massachusetts House and Senate Chambers ahead of a meeting with Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll and a lunch hosted by State Rep. James Arciero and State Sen. John Cronin.
“The entire Westford community can take pride in the accomplishments of this incredible group of student athletes,” Sen. Cronin said. “Their success on and off the field is a testament to their dedication and countless hours of hard work. I’m proud to have been able to recognize them for their outstanding season and look forward to the lasting impact they will have on our community.”
The team was also joined by senior Jack Graffeo, who won the individual MIAA Division 1 state championship for the third consecutive year for WA.
“It’s a great honor to host the Westford Academy Girls Cross Country team and Westford Senior Jack Graffeo to celebrate their historical season and the continued success of athletics here in Westford and across Massachusetts,” Rep. Arciero said in a news release. “State sanctioned athletics provide our students with lifelong confidence, healthy exercise, a strong work ethic and dedication to excellence that they will carry into their futures.”
