THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 3, 2021 Page 13 Burning of the cleats pumps up Golden Tornados for Thanksgiving game By Tara Vocino A lumni returned to burn cleats, preparing for Malden High School’s Thanksgiving game against Medford, at MacDonald Stadium last Wednesday night. The Golden Tornados beat the Mustangs 12-0. Malden High School football alumni, pictured from left to right: David Console, in center (2010), Nicholas Cox, holding a football (2012), former Head Coach Joseph Pappagallo (2009 to 2016), Ralph Dous (2021), Daniel Gillis (2005), Moughal Alishaan (2012), Samie Jean (2009), Herbens Antenor (2010), Wiston Jeune (2006), current Head Coach Witche Exilhomme (2012), Ghadhi Lauisen (2018), Anthony Pappagallo (2006) and Domenic Fermano (in the M jacket, 1958). Taking a break from their formal uniforms were the co-captains, pictured from left to right: Evan Heon, Jordan Rodriguez and Gavin West, during last Wednesday’s burning of the cleats at MacDonald Stadium. Alum Ghadhi Louisen (2018) shared advice for football players. Former Head Coach Steve Freker shares his memories over the years. After placing his cleats in the fire, alum Wiston Jeune (2006) reflected on his memories of playing football. Shown at left, current Head Coach Witche Exilhomme said, “Go Malden, Beat Medford.” (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Seniors huddled together after taking their last lap. Dressed in a bit more comfortable sweatpants, pictured from left to right: Mackenley Anasthal, Lyden Lewis, Omar Ayouch, Jordan Rodriguez, J.J. Irizarry, Gavin West, Ronald Juarez; top row: Trae Teixeira, J.J. Dessources, Evan Heon, Justin Desimone, Paccini Louis and Jevonte Augustin. Students record seniors taking their final lap around the stadium.
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