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  • April 7Drama Club auditions for Spring Theatre Night are today and Thursday April 10th starting at 2:30PM.
  • April 7Prom tickets will be on sale after school in room 221 on Tuesday (4/8), Thursday (4/10), and Friday (4/11).
  • March 25PTSO Meeting: April 8
  • March 25Grades Close: April 7
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Lancer Spirit Online

The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

The student news site of Londonderry High School

Lancer Spirit Online

Dillon Tufts

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief

Dillon Tufts has been on staff for two years. Last year he was a sports editor and this year is the Sports chief. Dillon spends a lot of his free time hanging out with his friends or playing sports. He currently plays football and lacrosse for LHS. 

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Will celebrating his state championship win
(Photo used with permission by Will Erdtmann)

Swimming for Glory

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | March 7, 2025

Being a champion takes a lot of work and even more time and dedication, and during this past swim season, junior Will Erdtmann was able to win not one, but two events at the recent state championship swim...

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Hard-nosed defenses, electric offenses: CFB semifinals has it all

Hard-nosed defenses, electric offenses: CFB semifinals has it all

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | January 10, 2025

Starting with 12 teams and ending with one, the brand new college football playoff has taken the sports world by storm. Over the past two weeks, we have seen some great games. From watching the Ducks...

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Palma leads the team out before the quarterfinals. (Photo by Charlie Ogden)

Semi Showdown: Lancers set to battle Exeter for a spot in the championship

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 23, 2024

Just three weeks ago, the Lancers were in Exeter for the final game of the regular season. Now they are back for playoffs, and the stakes are much higher than before.  The goal is simple: win, and...

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Team running out prior to matchup vs Exeter. (Photo by Charlie Ogden)

New team, same spot, Lancer football back in the playoffs

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 15, 2024

One and done. That has been the theme for most of the other teams Londonderry has had in the playoffs, but the Lancer football team is looking to change that when they face Nashua South on Saturday, November...

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The golf team at the State Tournament (Photo used with permission by Daniel Grant)

Lancers golf team finishes 3rd in state tournament

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | October 27, 2024

While football fans were roaring, and soccer players were scoring, the golf season was in full swing, and they were showing out. They were the only team to beat Bedford in the regular season and finished...

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Boys soccer takes on Astros in highly ranked battle

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | September 27, 2024

This year has been rough for some fall teams, but boys’ soccer is looking to find their footing after having won three of their last four games, and a big Mack Plaque win could bolster their ranking...

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Student section at last years Mack Plaque game

Battle for the Plaque, Mack Plaque is back

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | September 26, 2024

  When Leaves begin to fall, hopes begin to rise for the town of Londonderry, and Lancer fans everywhere begin to think that maybe this year we will finally be able to win the plaque.  Outside...

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Lancers making their way onto the field.(Photo by Charlie Ogden)

Varsity football team heads to Danvers to battle St. John’s Prep

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | September 13, 2024

In what could be the toughest game they have ever played, the Lancers will be heading to Danvers, Mass. to play St. John's Prep Eagles, a top team in New England and last year's Massachusetts Division...

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The team celebrating (Photo by Connor Koza)

Boys Volleyball hungry for state championship

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | June 5, 2024

Being undefeated is a feat not many teams have accomplished, but the Boys’ Volleyball team has done it, and hope to carry their momentum into the playoffs.  This team, led by seniors like Connor...

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Lancers play Pinkerton during the 2024 Mack Plaque.

Lancer Sports Podcast: Episode one

Sean Cornett and Dillon Tufts | May 30, 2024

Join host Dillon Tufts and co-host Sean Cornett on the inaugural episode of the Lancer Sports Podcast. In this episode, they discuss the events of the teams entering their playoff matches at LHS, and other...

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Jon Jones is undoubtedly one of the pioneers of UFC and currently holds the title of heavyweight champion.

Legacy fight puts UFC Heavyweight Divison on hold

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | May 29, 2024

While Jon Jones is undoubtedly one of the GOATs Ultimate Fighting Championship [UFC], he has put his legacy in the way of the entire heavyweight division for two years to fight Stipe Miocic, who hasn't...

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The Boston Bruins face the Toronto Mapleleafs in game 7 of the playoffs.

Boston’s dominance against Toronto continues

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | May 6, 2024

The two greatest words in sports history: game 7.  When the Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs meet in the playoffs, the series always seems to go to 7 games, and this year was no different. For...

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The University of Connecticut basketball team is pulling through on the brackets fans have bet on in the past few weeks. (Created in Canva by Kelly Egan)

UCONN saving brackets

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | April 9, 2024

At the start of the March Madness tournament, I was excited to see how well it would compare to others, but that started just as fast as it ended. My bracket was done after the first game, and it really...

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Meet our fourth Mr.LHS Contestant

Meet our fourth Mr.LHS Contestant

Dillon Tufts and Kelly Egan | April 8, 2024

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The team photo after being named State Champions (photo used with permission by Boyon)

Londonderry boys’ hockey crowned State Champions for first time in LHS history

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | March 26, 2024

When the stakes were at their highest and tension between teams so thick you could cut it with a knife, Londonderry Boys’ hockey, led by seniors Matt Boyon, Owen Carey and junior Brett McKinnon were...

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EA and the NCAA will be releasing the NCAA College Football video game in the summer of 2024.

NCAA Football Game Returns

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | March 11, 2024

After a decade-long hiatus, college football fans can rejoice as the NCAA College Football video game is set to return in the summer of 2024.  The last college football game  was released in 2014,...

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Boys' hockey taking the ice. (photo used with permission by Brett McKinnon)

Londonderry boy’s hockey continues to chase greatness

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | March 9, 2024

A chance for greatness is at stake this weekend, as the Boy’s varsity Hockey team takes on Windham on Saturday, March 9.  The Lancers come into this game off a big 6-1 win against Exeter and have...

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Pento after his match. Photo used with permission by David Pento.

Londonderry wrestling fight their way to the D1 tournament

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | February 16, 2024

The end wrestling season is among us, but before it ends, the Londonderry wrestling team will compete in the D1 New Hampshire state tournament on Saturday, January 16.  So far Londonderry has been...

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49ers vs Chiefs (Designed in Canva)

Destiny vs Relevancy

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | February 9, 2024

Another year of football concludes Sunday, Feb. 11, and along with most football fans, I will be hoping somehow both teams lose. I would have been ok with any teams being here except the San Francisco...

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On3 NIL deals and valuation

On3 NIL deals and valuation

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | January 26, 2024

The idea of college athletes being paid has been around for decades, and with the new Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) deals approved by the NCAA, this idea has been able to become a reality for college athletes.  Now...

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They are back! Photo created by Dillon Tufts

From poverty to prosperity, Lions and Browns are back in the playoffs

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | January 9, 2024

If five years ago, someone had told me both the Cleveland Browns and Detroit Lions would be 2 of the top teams in their conference, I think I would have laughed in their face. Yet now both of these teams...

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Varsity wrestling before their matchup versus Salem (Photo by Sean Cornett)

Winter Sports Windup

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | December 19, 2023

With the change of season comes the change of sports. This year, Londonderry’s winter athletics are ready to take their leagues on. Boys Basketball This year's boys’ basketball season will be a challenge,...

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Who is Unbiased Report?

Who is Unbiased Report?

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | December 12, 2023

When people in New Hampshire look for what's going on with athletics in the state, many turn to social media to find out who’s winning and who might be losing. This creates opportunities for people to...

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Lancers celebrating a win for the team.

Mack Plaque get back

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 24, 2023

Deja vu strikes again this season, as the Lancers are headed back to Pinkerton to play the Astros. In the Mack Plaque game, the Astros won 24-20, but the Lancers are hoping to change the outcome this time...

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Hogs post game photo (Photo by Dina Miles)

Hogs lead way for Lancers in quarter finals

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 13, 2023

In a game of inches, the Lancers ran for 321 yards against Windham with lots of credit going to the linemen, or “hogs” as they like to call themselves.  This year's offensive line has been one...

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The 'Fantastic Four' (Phtoto by Dina Miles)

‘Fantastic Four’ leads varsity football to quarter-finals

The team's quarterback change-up means the other team never knows which of the four Lancers they'll see in the pocket at any given game.
Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 6, 2023

Playoff football is back at Lancer Park, and the team is looking to get a little revenge from last year. This year's boys have been rolling since Mack Plaque and are looking to continue their five-game...

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Team's post game picture (picture taken Charlie Ogden)

Class of 24′ ends time under the lights the way it started: winning

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | October 30, 2023

For one last time, the class of ‘24 will take the field under the lights at Lancer Park tonight.  All together, this class has lost just three games in the past two years and the winning culture...

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Boys' soccer following the game on senior night.

Lancer sports hit the postseason

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | October 26, 2023

The leaves have changed and the air has gotten colder, but for the athletes, the pressure is heating up as it's time for the playoffs. With five lancer teams guaranteed in this year's playoffs, Londonderry...

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Lancers fight in the links for golf State Championship

Lancers fight in the links for golf State Championship

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | October 13, 2023

The boy's golf team has been on a tear this season, and two boys have made their way into the State Championship round. Senior Patrick O’Connor and junior Carter Browning are representing LHS on Saturday,...

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Team Celebrating after goal

Boys’ soccer visits the Bears in Hanover

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | October 11, 2023

In a battle between two of the top teams in the state, boys’ soccer heads to Hanover to try and defeat the Hanover Bears, who are currently 10-1 this year. The  Lancers have finally gotten back in the...

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Lancer Nation in last years Mac Plaque game

Sink the pink, Mack Plaque is back

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | September 21, 2023

As the fall season gets closer, Lancer Nation begins to feel the excitement of Mack Plaque quickly approaching. All the athletes around LHS have been working hard all week and are hoping to bring the plaque...

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The soccer team huddles up before the game. (Photo used with permission from Zach Mantegari.)

Boys’ soccer goes from underdog to top dog

Dillon Tufts and Hanna Carroll | September 17, 2023

Fall teams are winning in Londonderry, and the boys' soccer team is no different since they have won their last five games. Led by captains seniors Tim Desmaris, Aidan White, and junior Zach Mantegari,...

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Lancers take the Field vs Chelmsford 
(Picture taken by Dina Miles)

Lancers go ‘lion hunting’ in Chelmsford

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | September 11, 2023

On September 9, the 1-0 Lancers went to battle with the Chelmsford Lions. This game was expected to be a very close game, but Cam Brutus, Sam Ogden, and the rest of the Lancers had a point to prove and...

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Varsity football coach Lauzon becomes new athletic director at LHS

Varsity football coach Lauzon becomes new athletic director at LHS

Dillon Tufts and Paul Binder | May 31, 2023

Once the announcement of Howard Sobolov’s retirement surfaced, it left many in the school wondering who would take over as Londonderry’s next Athletic Director. This question was answered by varsity...

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The 2023 Varsity Softball team poses after the varsity posting announcement this past March.

Lancers Softball’s year for revenge

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | April 4, 2023

A hint of sweet revenge is in the air this year as the softball season approaches. Last year, the softball team had an impressive record of 24-4, with a couple of playoff games tucked under their belt...

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March's Madness

March’s Madness

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | March 15, 2023

When you hear of March, what is the first thing you think of? Maybe it's a leprechaun or a four-leaf clover. However, for many sports fans, it's all about perfection. The highly anticipated NCAA March...

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Two refs discussing the play.

NFL’s biggest problem shown on the game’s largest stage

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | February 23, 2023

During a Superbowl, you would think that mistakes would be minimized, but the refs come in clutch . . .  for the Kansas City Chiefs, again. The whole game between the Eagles and Chiefs was very even and...

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Bengals Coach Zac Taylor arguing refs call.

NFL has a Huge Reffing Problem

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | February 4, 2023

Hey refs, Just because you wear black and white does not mean that's the only way you see the game. There are also shades of gray in the game of football.  Last Sunday night's dumpster-fire-of-a-game...

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An ambulance arrives on the field as Bengal and Bills players kneel in support of Hamlin. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia)

The power of community in sports

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | January 19, 2023

Just a week after the world of American football was put into shock, when Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin collapsed on the field, the Buffalo Bills brought back the opening kickoff during their return...

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The team stands for the National Anthem.

Girls basketball looks for another playoff Berth in 2023

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | January 12, 2023

The court is packed in the gym, and the Lancer Girls Basketball team is looking for another playoff appearance this year. With the season well underway, many on the team have high hopes for the year ahead,...

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Drew Heenan celebrates in the endzone.

Senior Drew Heenan wins ‘MaxPrep’s 2022 N.H. Player of the Year’

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | December 8, 2022

Being one of the top players on your team is one feat, but being designated as one of the best players in your state is not something many can say they have achieved. Among the very few players who...

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Varsity football runs onto the field proudly waving their flag before the game begins.

Lancer football awaits upcoming playoff game

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 11, 2022

Lancer Park gets hit with some déjà vu this November, as the varsity football team returns  home for their sixth straight playoff appearance, this time against Merrimack. The expectations are high again...

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Sebastian Vollmar, Science

Sebastian Vollmar, Science

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | November 9, 2022

Londonderry High school would love to give a warm welcome to its newest science teacher Sebastian Vollmar. Vollmar has lived in Londonderry for a couple of years and got the job just a year ago, and...

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The varsity football team is poised for a strong championship run this season.

Lancer football ready to prove themselves in the playoffs

Emma Desrosiers and Dillon Tufts | November 2, 2022

Close to being undefeated in their regular season, with a stunning record of 8-1 and their only loss being to Bishop Hendricken High School, the Lancers are amped up entering the playoffs. This team is...

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Wide receiver breaks school receiving record

Wide receiver breaks school receiving record

Dillon Tufts, Sports Chief | October 28, 2022

History was made at Lancer Park on Friday, October 21 when varsity wide receiver, senior Andrew Kullman broke Londonderry’s long held receiving record, previously held for 37 years. Kullman is...

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The team comes together to encourage one another during the game.

Girls’ volleyball hopeful entering the playoffs

Emma Desrosiers and Dillon Tufts | October 26, 2022

With a record of 16-2, girls volleyball closed out their regular season with a win, and are now in the semi-finals after two home wins this week versus Nashua South and Dover.  Freshman Riley Campo...

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Juinors Conor Williams #14 and Jake Schena #28 communicate before the start of the game.

Second game of the season takes Lancer Football to Rhode Island

Emma Desrosiers and Dillon Tufts | September 13, 2022

To begin the 2022 football season, the Lancer football team traveled to Warwick, Rhode Island to face their opposition, the Bishop Hendricken Hawks. In the 2021-2022 season, Bishop Hendricken secured...

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