THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, November 1, 2024 Page 5 Malden Neighborhood Basketball League celebrates successful 2024 season Special to Th e Advocate T he Malden Neighborhood Basketball League (MNBL) recently concluded its 2024 season with a grand Annual Awards Banquet held at the Malden Moose Hall. The event saw over 90 attendees, including players, coaches, parents, sponsors and other invited guests. Mayor Gary Christenson and City Council President Stephen Winslow graced the occasion, extending their congratulations to the league, players and coaches for another remarkable season. The Bullets are presented with the MNBL Championship Trophy. Mayor Gary Christenson congratulated the Bullets’ Clinton Mijar on receiving his All-Star award. Before the awards presentation, MNBL President Kenny Mazonson took a moment to acknowledge the contributions of several individuals who played a pivotal role in the league’s success. Paul Hammersley was thanked for capturing team pictures; Chuck Washington was commended for his photography and social media updates; Johnathan Ellis and Yvens Riviere were recognized for maintaining the league’s website, and Keyshawn Bridgeman-Dicks was appreciated for videotaping the games on YouTube. Nester Dudley received special mention for his work in producing and hosting “Around the Rim,” a weekly local access television show about the MNBL. Rob LeBlanc was lauded for his multifaceted volunteer eff orts, including keeping the scorebook, operating the scoreboard and handling camerawork during playoff games and “Around the Rim.” Glenn Higgins, who moved to California after coaching in the league for over 30 years, was commended for his ongoing contributions, including writing weekly articles submitted to The Malden Advocate and preparing player statistics from his home on the West Coast. BASKETBALL| SEE PAGE 10 More Choices. More Savings. LOCK IT IN WHILE YOU CAN. YOU PICK. 12, 18 OR 24-MONTH CD. 4.25% Member FDIC | Member DIF APY* *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 Offer may be withdrawn at any time.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. There’s Every Bank, Then There’s The Bullets’ Clinton Mijar is shown with the Regular Season Most Valuable Player Trophy. Coach Keyshawn BridgemanSicka is presenting Coach Beany Amos with the Jeremy Rocker Memorial Coach of the Year Award. The Bullets are showing off their Championship Rings.
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