THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 19, 2025 Page 7 SOCCER | FROM PAGE 6 Their winning ways began against Chelsea by the narrowest of margins at the Stadium on Sept. 11, 1-0. Odalis Sandoval slotted a shot by the Chelsea keeper after crashing the net when the ball was loose in front, which created a free-for-all that produced her game-winning goal. “Overall, the team stepped up and played much better,” said coach Dom Persuitte. “We are getting better with each game, and are now more comfortable playing with one another.” Goalie Kaylyn Rivera recorded her fi rst career shutout to help secure the victory. “She is making tremendous strides in net,” said Persuitte. Persuitte singled out Gisele Erazo, whose free kicks were right on point, and of the three she took, two were nearly goals. Sofi a Arana-Quintanilla, Casey Martinez, Kayla Andrea and Liv Simon also played well, according to the veteran Everett coach. “Sofi a as a center attacking midfi elder and Casey as a center-back, in particular, controlled the fl ow of this game,” said Persuitte. Non-league Lawrence then came to the Stadium last Saturday morning (Sept. 13), and by game’s end the home team was able to shutdown the Lancers to the tune of 6-0. “We started the game slowly, netting only one goal in the Captain Casey Martinez with the ball for Everett. fi rst half,” said Persuitte. Erazo scored the goal off a deflection, but that wasn’t the only marker for her in this game. She notched her second goal on a perfectly-timed cross from Rosa Romero in the second half. She was also credited with an assist against the Lancers on a goal by Johanna Flores, who took Gisele’s free kick in the box and proceeded to knock it home to account for her fi rst score of the season. “Gisele, who is our free kick specialist, did what she does best, taking a free kick that led to the goal by Flores,” said Persuitte. A short time later, Connie Paz Hernandez was right on target with a shot, and Arana-Quintanilla, currently the team’s leading scorer, picked it up on the rebound to extend the team’s lead to 4-0. Persuitte in describing the Grab this rate before it’s gone! LOCK-IN TODAY: 4.00% APY* 24-Month CD ALL DEPOSITS ARE INSURED IN FULL. *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes the interest remains on deposit until maturity. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. A minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. 419 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 771 SALEM ST. LYNNFIELD, MA 01940 331 MONTVALE AVE. WOBURN, MA 01801 EVERETTBANK.COM 617-387-1110 781-776-4444 781-281-9092 MEMBER FDIC | MEMBER DIF team’s fifth marker said that Martinez, who never takes time off , fi nally scored that elusive goal. “She has had a sensational scholastic career as a fouryear starter on defense,” said the coach. Sandoval then set up the fi nal goal of the game with a pass to the six-yard box, where sophomore Norma Chavez, just called up from JVs, was stationed perfectly to pounce on the opportunity that resulted in her fi rst career varsity goal. Goalies Kaylyn Rivera and Gabriella Menjivar teamed up to earn the shutout with few chances coming their way. But they were there to provide reassurance just in case Lawrance went on the off ensive. It was Rivera’s second straight shutout. “Overall, once the nerves settled down, the team started to play well, and the wins soon followed,” said Persuitte. “I was defi nitely pleased to end the week with back-to-back shutout wins. Bella Mitrano and Simon stood out in this game against Lawrence, along with Jasmine Morais, another JV callup.” The Tide started this week off with a 3-2 home win over Revere on Sept. 16 to extend the streak to three games. They were then scheduled to go up against Lynn English two days later (Sept. 18) at 7-Acres, starting at 4:15 p.m. More on these games in next week’s Everett Advocate. Join Jason Marcus Candidate for School Committee Ward 2 at the 8/10 Bar & Grill, 8 Norwood Street Wed., September 24 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Donation: $35, $50, $100. Payable to Comm. to Elect Jason Marcus (Paid Pol. Adv.) * Life-Long Resident * Dedicated Family Man * US Navy Veteran * Experienced City Councillor “Everett is on the threshold of unprecedented growth and development. Vote to elect an experienced leader for a changing city” PETER A. NAPOLITANO COUNCILLOR, WARD 1 Sponsored by the Committee to Elect Peter A. Napolitano. Contact us at 617-389-7340, panward1@aol.com, or Facebook Elect
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