Take a look at MassLive's 2024 football All-Western Massachusetts selections for Divisions I, III, IV, V, VI, VII and VIII.

Taconic had a major breakthrough last season. After years of knocking on the door, the Thunder broke through, beating Ludlow in overtime to win the PVIAC Western Massachusetts Class B Championship.

Here's a look at the Herald News's top performers and highlights for Dec. 30-Jan. 4, updated throughout the week.