D-R Softball Team Honored at State House

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Softball team, after winning back-to-back Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association State Championship titles, was recognized August 4 at the Massachusetts State House in Boston.

The celebration was made possible thanks to the support of Senator Kelly Dooner, Representative Steven Howitt, and Representative Justin Thurber. Members of the championship team were joined on the historic State House steps by school and district leaders, including Athletic Director Matt McKinnon, DRRHS Principal Dustin Demers, and Superintendent Bill Runey.

“This recognition goes beyond the wins on the field—it’s a celebration of perseverance, teamwork, and Falcon pride,” Runey said. “We are so grateful to our legislators for shining a spotlight on these incredible student-athletes.”

Runey noted the team’s visit “reflects the values at the heart of the district’s strategic plan, DRiving Toward 2030, and its commitment to empowering students, igniting achievement, and shaping futures.”