THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, MAY 15, 2026 Page 9 Revere Youth Baseball & Softball celebrated Opening Day R Red Sox’s Mascot Wally says, “Play Ball!” evere Youth Baseball & Softball celebrated Opening Day with a parade and coaches’ awards on Saturday at Griswold Field. They received a special appearance from Wally, the Boston Red Sox mascot. (Advocate photos by Tara Vocino) Shown from left to right: President Shawn Vetere, Wally from the Boston Red Sox and Corrie O’Neil, who was recognized for 30 years of service to coaching softball. League President Shawn Vetere said, “Play ball!” Children were all smiles as the parade came down Malden Street. Mayor Patrick Keefe said some of the best memories of his life were made watching his children on the mound. Shown from left to right: Revere Little League President Shawn Vetere, Wally from the Boston Red Sox and Revere Softball Coach of the Year Robert Connolly. Shown from left to right: President Shawn Vetere, Peter DiCarlo Award recipient Brian Waldron, Wally from the Boston Red Sox and former Cleveland Indians pitcher/Revere Little League Coach Steve Cushings. DiCarlo is currently in Florida. Wally came from the Boston Red Sox to say hello. Shown from left to right: Front row: Barbie Martinez, Addison Ngo, Sophia Gonzalez, Adelyn Constant, Calina Granados, Gabriella Gaviria, Ryver Mulhall and Gabriella Soroka; Back row: Coach Patty Capotosto, President Shawn Vetere, Coach Carrie Hudson and R.J. Hudson. Vice President Jason Smith welcomed everyone. Shown from left to right: Frank Colleran, Royals player Micah Colleran, Owls T-Ball players Aliza and Isabella Colleran and their mother, Laura, alongside their dog, Monti. Mayor Patrick Keefe threw out the ceremonial fi rst pitch. Shown from left to right: Colleen and Bradley Roach and Lisa Insogna watched the parade from Washington and Malden Streets. Shown from left to right: Antonia Gavira, 30-year Patriettes Coach Corrie O’Neil, Gia Rosales and Samantha Sierra. Mayor Patrick Keefe joined in on the Royals team photograph. Players: Joseph Russo, “Princess” Bella Labbe, Noah & Lucas Severino, Bobbi (Red) Rose, Aksel Smith, Abby Blazo, David (DDD) & Pockets Lopera, Nicholas Musto, Micah (Crazy Legs) Colleran, Gian (Angryman) Ochoa, Jason (Iron Man) Galatis, Jason (Curly Fries) Marenco, Mikie Citano, Kordel (KC) Carty with Head Coach Philip Russo and Assistant Coaches Mike & Paige Smith, Sonny and Bobby Rose. Members of the Roma Band performed the National Anthem before the fi rst pitch. Ward 4 School Committee member Stephen Damiano with his wife, Jacklyn, and their sons, Jack and Stevie, who play for the Lions. Vincent Sanchez had his ball autographed by Mayor Patrick Keefe. Shown at right is President Shawn Vetere.
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