,Foxborough Country Club, August 31, 2025
News Summary
The Ayer Shirley Regional golf team celebrated a historic victory at Foxborough Country Club, capturing its first-ever MIAA Division 3 state championship. Led by junior Reid Ohanesian, who scored a medalist round of 75, the team finished with a score of 331, outpacing runners-up Monomoy and Weston. This triumph marks a significant achievement for Ayer Shirley, ending a long title drought and highlighting the team’s growth under Coach Peter Gubellini. The win symbolizes a turning point in the program’s history and provides a memorable bonding moment for the players.
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Shock and celebration at Foxborough Country Club
This was the kind of high-stakes golf day that leaves fans buzzing and players walking off the course with that rare, wide-eyed grin. The Ayer Shirley Regional golf team captured its first-ever MIAA Division 3 state championship, a breakthrough that ended a long state-title drought for the school and put a spotlight on a junior who carried the team when it mattered most.
Medalist magic: junior leads the charge
Junior Reid Ohanesian led the way with a medalist round of 3-over 75 at Foxborough Country Club, a performance built on five birdies and six pars and sealed by a critical putt on the 17th hole that kept him out in front. Those late-hole nerves and steady putting were the difference between a good day and a championship day.
Team result and context
When the scorecards were added up, Ayer Shirley posted a combined team score of 331 (43-over), finishing comfortably ahead of runner-up Monomoy at 339 and Weston at 341. This team triumph marks Ayer Shirley’s first state title in any sport since 2018 and comes after a string of tough runs: the program had made four straight appearances in state finals before finally breaking through.
Contributors behind the total
Ohanesian’s round was the headline, but the supporting cast on the scorecard mattered. Tommy Bergin carded an 83, Aadi Patel turned in an 85, and Jason Turner added an 88 to round out the counting scores. Those numbers added up to a team effort that turned regular-season momentum into postseason silverware—the squad came into the tournament with a 12-3 regular-season record that hinted they were ready for a deep run.
Player development and coaching story
There’s also a long view to this victory. Coach Peter Gubellini has been part of the headline story for years, having coached Ohanesian since seventh grade. That continuity—coach and player growing together through middle school and into varsity competition—played a clear role in the composure shown on a tough championship layout. The coach’s emotional investment in the program and in the players added fuel to a team that wanted this milestone badly.
What this title means
Beyond the trophy, this win signals a turning point. Ayer Shirley’s athletic history already included state championships in boys’ hockey and indoor/outdoor track & field, but a golf title at this level had been elusive—until now. For the program, it’s validation of years of steady improvement, and for the players it’s the kind of memory that becomes a bonding moment for seasons to come.
How the final rounds played out
Foxborough Country Club served up a classic championship test: demanding tee shots, tricky approaches, and greens that punished hesitation. Ohanesian’s five birdies gave Ayer Shirley the spark it needed while the team’s other scorers clung to pars and steady play when the pressure mounted. Monomoy and Weston gave chase but couldn’t quite close the gap, leaving the Ayer Shirley group to celebrate a historic win.
Takeaway for golf fans
Golf enthusiasts will appreciate the arc of this story: a junior medalist, a long-term coach-player relationship, clutch putting on a key hole, and a team that converted regular-season success into a state championship. The numbers on the sheet tell the story, but so do the momentum swings and the shared effort that produced this first-ever title in team golf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the MIAA Division 3 state championship?
Ayer Shirley Regional captured the state championship at Foxborough Country Club, marking the program’s first MIAA Division 3 golf title.
Who was the medalist and what was the score?
Junior Reid Ohanesian was the medalist with a 3-over 75, including five birdies and six pars.
What was the team score and how did other teams finish?
Ayer Shirley posted a combined team score of 331 (43-over). Monomoy finished second at 339 and Weston placed third at 341.
Who else contributed to Ayer Shirley’s score?
Tommy Bergin shot an 83, Aadi Patel an 85, and Jason Turner an 88; all contributed to the team total.
Why is this win significant for Ayer Shirley?
This is the school’s first state championship in golf and its first state title in any sport since 2018, after multiple prior trips to the state finals.
What role did the coach play in the victory?
Coach Peter Gubellini, who has coached the medalist since seventh grade, provided long-term guidance and strategic direction that helped the team perform under pressure.
Quick reference: Championship at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | MIAA Division 3 State Championship |
| Venue | Foxborough Country Club |
| Champion | Ayer Shirley Regional |
| Team score | 331 (43-over) |
| Medalist | Reid Ohanesian — 75 (3-over) |
| Other key scores | Tommy Bergin 83; Aadi Patel 85; Jason Turner 88 |
| Runner-up | Monomoy — 339 |
| Third place | Weston — 341 |
| Regular season | Ayer Shirley entered with a 12-3 record |
| Program milestone | First state golf title and first state championship in any sport since 2018 |
For golf fans tracking rising talent and coaching stories, this win checks a lot of boxes: clutch scoring, steady leadership, and a whole-team effort that turned a near-miss history into a new chapter.
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- Lowell Sun: The Sun’s 2025 High School Golf Preview
- Telegram: State Golf Roundup
- MassLive: Reid Ohanesian Leads Ayer Shirley to Div III State Title
- Boston Globe: Division 3 State Golf
- Cape Cod Times: Nauset Tops Final Cape & Islands High School Boys Golf Power Rankings
- Wikipedia: Golf
- Google Search: High School Golf Championships
- Google Scholar: High School Golf
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Golf
- Google News: High School Golf 2025
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