Learning the Hard Way

Foran Finds Positives in Loss

Jack Laird, Staff Writer | May 14, 2026

Launching: Robbie Testo pitching, May, 1 2026. Photo Courtesy: Jack Laird.

The energy and excitement of freshman baseball came to life through moments both big and small. From the crack of the bat every detail shows how much the game means to the players. Games and practices in Milford highlights not just athletic ability, but growth, teamwork, and determination. The more attention you give to each moment, the more you understand and appreciate the true spirit of the game.

**Smacking:** Sophomore Patrick Carney hits a ground ball to third base, May 1, 2026. Photo Courtesy: Jack Laird.

**Testo Offering Pitch:** Finishing his pitch before throwing a strike, May 1, 2026. Photo courtesy: Jack Laird.

**Crushed:** Freshman Aldo Mannino rips a single up the middle, May 1, 2026. Photo courtesy: Jack Laird.

**Testo rolls through batters:** Testo throws hard and strikes out the batter, May 1, 2026. Photo courtesy: Jack Laird.

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About the Contributor

Jack Laird, Staff Writer

Hi, my name is Jack Laird, and I’m a freshman at Foran High School. This is my first year taking journalism, and I am a staff writer. I picked journalism because I love writing and learning about the people and places around me. At Foran, I am involved in boys soccer and boys basketball. In my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends and watching sports. Some other things about myself are that I have 2 sisters.