THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2024 Page 21 Tide boys basketball gets ready for Year 2 in the Coach Gerard Boyce era with cohesive, dedicated unit After beginning the season at Revere last night, the Everett boys host Lynn English in the home opener Tuesday on ‘70s Disco Night By Joe McConnell I n Gerard Boyce’s first year as the Everett High School boys basketball coach, the team ended up with a 15-6 overall record, and 12-2 in the Greater Boston League (GBL), finishing second only to the 13-1 Lynn English Bulldogs. They were seeded 36th in the Division 1 power rankings, before losing to Haverhill, the 29th seed, in the preliminary round by the narrowest of margins, 69-67. But Boyce is now onto Year 2, and he’s looking forward to what lies ahead for this year’s group of Tide players. They opened up the regular season against host Revere last night (Dec. 12) after press deadline. The aforementioned Bulldogs will then provide the competition in the home opener next Tuesday (Dec. 17), starting at 7 p.m. It will definitely be an early season test for Boyce’s squad. The home opener will also feature a 1970s Disco Theme for the fans. “I’m already excited to embark on a new season,” said Boyce, “because we are fortunate to have a dedicated group of players that display exceptional chemistry and character.” Jevaun Berberena, Tyson Chhun and Henrique Pinto are this year’s captains. “These three players will provide strong leadership both on and off the court, while guiding our promising roster throughout the next three months.” Boyce also singled out Geordiell Morales, who will be counted on to be one of the team’s top players this season. But despite the optimism, Boyce knows there are still challenges ahead. “We know there will be challenges, because the team is still currently developing in areas such as experience and size,” the second-year Everett coach said. “Right now, we are focused BASKETBALL | SEE PAGE 25
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