North Middlesex Regional, Patriot Baseball

06/17/2026

After 32 years of coaching high school baseball, the time has come for me to step away from the game that has been such an important part of my life.

My journey took me through Bromfield, North Middlesex, Saint Bernard’s, and ultimately back to North Middlesex, where I was fortunate to finish my career. What began as an opportunity to coach a game I loved became one of the greatest blessings of my life.

I will always cherish the memories—the Opening Days, long practices, bus rides, team dinners, hard-fought victories, and even the difficult losses that taught lessons far greater than baseball. More importantly, I will remember the young men who passed through our program and the privilege of watching so many of them grow into outstanding husbands, fathers, military members, teachers, coaches, business owners, first responders, and community leaders.

I would also like to recognize the many assistant coaches who shared this journey with me throughout my career. Over three decades, I was fortunate to work alongside dedicated men who gave countless hours to our players and programs. Your knowledge, friendship, loyalty, and commitment helped shape every team I coached. While I may not be able to mention every name, please know that each of you left a lasting mark on our program and on me personally. The successes we achieved were never the result of one person, but rather the collective efforts of coaches who cared deeply about young people and the game of baseball.

To the parents who entrusted me with their sons, the administrators, athletic directors, boosters, volunteers, and community supporters who believed in our programs—thank you. Your support made every success possible.

A special thank you to my wife, Gail, who sacrificed countless evenings, weekends, and vacations so I could pursue my passion. She was the heart behind so much of what we accomplished and my greatest source of strength throughout this journey.

As I reflect on these 32 years, I realize that my greatest accomplishment was never measured in wins, tournament appearances, or championships. It was the relationships, lessons learned, friendships formed and memories shared along the way.

To every player, coach, parent, supporter, and friend who was part of this incredible journey—thank you for allowing me to be a small part of your lives. It has truly been the honor of a lifetime.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Jim “Coach Beau” Beauregard

North Middlesex Regional School District Athletics
Michael James LeClair
Sean Sweeney
The Sun News
Worcester Telegram & Gazette

06/14/2026

At our recent Senior Athletic Awards night, Noah Lake received the
ROGER E. WI******ER SCHOLARSHIP
Sponsored by Justin Roberts Property Management

This scholarship is awarded to a student-athlete who plans to pursue a trade after graduating from high school.

This year’s recipient is a young man who represents the value of hard work, commitment, and dedication both on and off the field.

Congratulations to:
Noah Lake

Athletically, Noah participated in wrestling and baseball during his 4 years at NM.

Off the field he participated in our Stuff the Bus Food drive in support of local food pantries, assisted in planting flags for Memorial Day, and served as a waiter for our Unified Basketball dinner.

Our best to Noah as he enters the business world!

06/12/2026

NEW ENGLAND OFFICIALS & THE JOE RUTH SCHOLARSHIP

At our recent North Middlesex Senior Awards night, we were happy to announce Jack Sappet as our New England Officials and Joe Ruth scholarship recipient.

This combined scholarship recognizes the graduating senior who best exemplifies the competitive spirit of Coach Joe Ruth while also demonstrating the respect, sportsmanship, and appreciation for the game officials who make high school athletics possible.

Coach Ruth was a fierce competitor who demanded effort, preparation, and a commitment to excellence. At the same time, he understood that respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials was an essential part of the game. He believed that how a player carried himself on the field was just as important as the results on the scoreboard.

This year's recipient has consistently displayed those qualities throughout his career—competing with passion, leading by example, and showing the character and respect that reflect the values Coach Ruth instilled in our program.

Recipient:
• Jack Sappet

Jack will be attending UMass Lowell in the fall, where he will major in Finance with a minor in accounting.

While at NM, he participated in golf and baseball, serving as a captain for each in his senior year.

Off the field, he participated in our programs Unified Basketball Team Dinner, planted flags as part of the GWOT Memorial Day Services and participated in our programs 'Stuff the Bus' food drive in support of our local food pantries.

We wish Jack the best as he continues his education at ULowell..

06/09/2026

At our recent North Middlesex Senior Awards night, we were happy to announce Cristian Nawn as our Ruth and Croll Family Scholarship recipient.

This scholarship is awarded by the Ruth and Croll family to an individual who truly embodies a love for the game of baseball.

Coach Joe Ruth was a fearless competitor who played the game with passion and intensity. At the same time, he understood the importance of moving on from adversity and not letting mistakes define you. He believed baseball was meant to be enjoyed, regardless of the outcome.

After an error, strikeout, or tough break, Coach Ruth could often be heard shouting, "Hey, so what!" — a reminder to learn from it, let it go, and focus on the next play.

The recipient of this award exemplifies that same spirit: a fierce competitor who plays with passion, resilience, and, most importantly, a genuine love for the game.

2026 Recipient
Christian Nawn

Christian will be attending Fitchburg State University in the fall where he will major in Business Administration and play soccer.

While at NM, he participated in soccer, ice hockey and baseball, serving as a captain for each in his senior year.

Off the field, he served as a 'waiter' in our programs Unified Basketball Team Dinner, planted flags as part of the GWOT Memorial Day Services and participated in our programs 'Stuff the Bus' food drive in support of our local food pantries.

We wish the best to Christian as he continues his academic and athletic life at FSU.

Cheryl Loprete Nawn
Town of Pepperell
Pepperell Youth Baseball
North Middlesex Regional School District Athletics

06/07/2026

At our recent North Middlesex Regional Senior Awards ceremony, Finn Gallagher and Dan Frade received the prestigious Rollstone Bank & Trust, Joe Ruth Memorial Scholarship.

In addition to being a beloved coach in our baseball NM baseball program, Coach Joe Ruth served as Senior Vice President of Rollstone Bank & Trust for 15 years.

When Rollstone Bank & Trust learned about the Joe Ruth Memorial Scholarship Games, they generously donated $4,500 to support the event. Their contribution allowed us to award a scholarship to a senior student-athlete from each of the participating schools.

Coach Ruth was a firm believer in the importance of both academic achievement and athletic excellence. He would be extremely proud to know that the scholarship bearing his name recognizes not only talented baseball players, but also young men who have demonstrated the dedication, character, and academic commitment necessary to succeed in college and beyond.

2025 Recipients
Finn Gallagher
Ranked 3rd in the North Middlesex graduating class, Finn will attend the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where he plans to study Electrical Engineering. In addition to his accomplishments in the classroom and on the baseball field, Finn has been actively involved with Special Olympics and youth basketball programs, demonstrating a strong commitment to serving others in his community.

Dan Frade
A homeschooled student-athlete, Dan will attend Middlesex Community College, where he plans to pursue a degree in Accounting. Dan’s dedication to both his academic studies and baseball reflects the work ethic and perseverance that Coach Ruth valued and admired.

We wish the best for Finn and Dan in all of their future endeavors!

Pepperell Youth Baseball
TAYBS - Townsend Ashby Youth Baseball & Softball
Town of Pepperell
North Middlesex Regional School District Athletics

06/05/2026

At this year's North Middlesex Regional High Senior Awards Night, the Matthew Boyd Memorial Scholarship was presented to graduating senior Jack Boccelli.

The scholarship honors the memory of Matthew Boyd, who passed away at the age of 14 following a courageous nine-month battle with Sarcoma. Matt lived a life filled with happiness, kindness, and a deep love for family and friends. Perhaps Matt's greatest joy came from fishing, boating, and camping, where he could spend time with the people he loved most.

The Matthew Boyd Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a graduating member of the North Middlesex Baseball Program who best exemplifies the happiness, positivity, love of family, and appreciation for life that Matt displayed every day.

Jack Boccelli is a highly deserving recipient of this honor. During his four years at North Middlesex, he was an active member of the New Orleans Service Learning (NOLA) Program. Established in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the NOLA program has spent more than a decade helping communities in need through volunteer service and fundraising efforts. In New Orleans, Jack contributed more than 40 hours of volunteer service through projects coordinated by the United Saints Recovery Project. The program's mission is to improve communities, build meaningful relationships, and teach valuable life lessons through service.

Jack also served on the Student Council, was a Class Officer and was a member of Rho Kappa (Social Studies Honor Society).

Jack's commitment to helping others, his strong family values, and his selfless dedication to his community make him an outstanding representative of everything this scholarship stands for.

He will be attending the Mass College of Pharmaceuticals and Health Sciences where he plans on majoring in Health and minor in Health Phycology.

Congratulations, Jack Boccelli, on receiving this prestigious award. We are proud to recognize your accomplishments and know that you will continue to make a positive impact wherever life takes you.

06/04/2026

Mid-Wach B All-Star Recognition

Congratulations to three members of the North Middlesex Baseball program for earning Mid-Wach B League honors this season!

Colin Taylor – Mid-Wach B First Team All-Star
Jack Sappet – Mid-Wach B Second Team All-Star
Finn Gallagher – Mid-Wach B Academic All-Star

These recognitions are a testament to the hard work, dedication, and commitment each player has shown both on the field and in the classroom. Colin, Jack, and Finn have represented North Middlesex with pride throughout the season, and we couldn't be prouder of their accomplishments.

Congratulations, gentlemen, on a well-deserved honor!

06/03/2026

North Middlesex Regional Athletics is proud to announce that, through our Matthew Boyd Memorial Cancer Awareness Games, we were able to donate $2,895 to Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

In addition, the Boyd Family made a generous personal donation of $500, bringing our total contribution to an incredible $3,395.

This event continues to be a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together for a great cause. We would like to sincerely thank our players, families, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who attended and supported the event.

A special thank you goes out to our Lunenburg Artisan Market crafters, the Pepperell Lions Club for handling all of the cooking, Polar Beverages for supplying the water and soda, and the North Middlesex Boosters, All One Credit Union, Sterilite, and Market Basket for their tremendous generosity and financial support in helping make this event possible.

Most importantly, we continue to honor and remember Matthew Boyd — a young man whose spirit continues to inspire so many within our program and community.

Thank you all for helping us make a difference and support the amazing work of Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

05/29/2026

And just like that, in a season that started on March 16th, came to an abrupt end on May 29th with a 3-0 loss to Essex North in the playoff round of the MIAA Tournament.

No need for a box score or game superlatives. That isn't the story.

Sure, there were tears at the end and a sad silence as we boarded the bus. But it only took some pizza, some Mrs. Beau chicken sandwiches, and before long everyone spent the next 2 hours reminiscing about the season! The Cape Trip, the practices, the comments, all the fun moments came to the fore front.

As the saying goes, I hate losing more than I love winning but looking at these 'boys' enjoying each other's company said everything I needed to hear.

Thank you, Seniors for 4 years of grind and memories!

Thank you, team for the season!

Thank you, Gary Donia and Brian Gallagher, because without you both I'm not sure I would have made it this far!

Thank you, Ryan Burson, for being the best right-hand man a coach could ask for.

Thank you, Kenny Rollins, for sharing your expertise with the JV.

Thank you, Mr. DeMar, for listening to me and being such as advocate for our baseball program and all the teams at NM!

Thank you, Amie Lake for being a great team parent.

Thank you, Jeff Lake for being our official scorer.

Thank you, to ALL of our baseball family for allowing me to be a part of your son's life!

Thank you, NM!!

05/28/2026