Taft School boys' soccer team secured their second consecutive New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC) Class A Championship, concluding a truly remarkable undefeated season with a decisive 4-1 victory over Nobles.
The final, held at Brooks, tested the champions immediately, providing a stern early challenge that could have derailed their aspirations. Taft, featuring key players such as James Morrison and goal-scorer James Cooper, found themselves trailing early after Nobles capitalised on the pressure to strike within the opening minutes.
Despite the quick deficit, Taft’s resilience, a hallmark of their flawless season, soon came to the fore. James Cooper wasted no time in settling his side’s nerves, finding the back of the net to bring Taft level. The equalizer ensured the contest remained tight, heading into the crucial middle stages.
The decisive shift in momentum came from Alex Calabro. After Brooks managed to level the score at 1-1, it was Calabro who stepped up to restore Taft's advantage with his first goal of the final.
Calabro's impact was not limited to the first half; he struck again early in the second period, extending Taft's lead and granting them breathing room and a solid grip on the title.
With the result largely secured, Fields DeShaw put the final flourish on a magnificent performance, netting late in the second half to complete the scoring and cement the 4-1 victory.
The comprehensive win ensured Taft finished their season with an unbeaten record, celebrating not just the victory but the retention of the prestigious NEPSAC Class A Championship. The title run confirms the current Taft squad as one of the most dominant in recent school history.
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