THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAy, JAnUARy 23, 2026 Page 13 PROGRAM | FROM PAGE 7 try Championship at Gannon Golf Course, Lynn, followed by a pizza lunch at Prince Pizzeria in Saugus. “ The program officially wrapped up two days later when acknowledgements and recognitions were made,celebrating the many achievements realized through goal setting and hard work throughout the three month journey,” said Coach Chris Tarantino, who has been running the program for several years. “Over that time this dynamic group grew as runners as well as conscientious athletes and teammates. Along ROUNDUP | FROM PAGE 6 Defensively, Shaw highligh ted contr ibutions across the lineup, including Saugus junior defenseman Coby Cook, who earned his first consistent playing time after transferring from Malden Catholic. “He proved himself really well,” Shaw said. “He plays with his heart.” The loss to Masconomet was a much tighter affair, with the co-op outshooting Masco, 37-29, but undone by penalties and turnovers. Saugus sophomore Jake Kelley and Peabody senior Nathan Carne scored unassisted goals. “When we want to take complete control of the game, we’re very dominant,” Shaw said. “It just took a little bit to get there.” Despite the result, Shaw sees momentum building. The team is 4-4-1 and on pace to make the postseason. “I think we’re starting to hit the turning point,” he said. “All the boys are starting to realize it, too.” Clean-Outs! We take and dispose from cellars, attics, garages, yards, etc. Call Robert at: 781-844-0472 the way they enjoyed training games, team challenges, long runs, hill workouts, popsicle practice, and a fun run,” said Tarantino, who is also known by his runners as “Coach T.” Here are the results from the Nov. 11 championship competition: K-3 graders ran .66 miles. The 4-5 graders ran 1.17 miles. The top 10 runners medaled. The boys in the K-3 grades included 34 runners. Here are the Saugus runners who competed in that category (some of them were winners): • Santino Diciero–2nd grade–5th place • Mark Haley–2nd grade– 6th place • Brody Melon–3rd grade– 9th place • Jeremy Martin–1st grade • Jaxson Maddox–1st grade • Benji Lopez–K • Gabriel Lopez–2nd grade The girls in the 4th and 5th grades included 88 runners. These are the Saugus runners who competed in that category: • Gabby Sousa–5th grade APARTMENT FOR RENT Malden apartment rental, 5 Rooms, 2 Bedrooms, Maplewood section, near Public Transportation. Utilities not incl. $2,200/month. First/Security Dep. Call: 781-321-2731 The Kid Does Clean Outs From 1 item to 1,000 * Basements * Homes * Backyards * Commercial Buildings The cheapest prices around! Call Eric: (857) 322-2854 Frank Berardino MA License 31811 • 24 - Hour Service • Emergency Repairs BERARDINO Plumbing & Heating Residential & Commercial Service Gas Fitting • Drain Service 617.699.9383 Senior Citizen Discount American Exterior and Window Corporation Contact us for all of your home improvement projects and necessities. Call Jeff or Bob Toll Free: 1-888-744-1756 617-699-1782 / www.americanexteriorma.com Windows, Siding, Roofing, Carpentry & More! All estimates, consultations or inspections completed by MA licensed supervisors. *Over 50 years experience. *Better Business Bureau Membership. Insured and Registered Complete Financing Available. No Money Down. • Alicia Barrera–4th grade (unable to attend meet) The boys in 4-5 grades included 100 runners. Here are the Saugus participants (some were winners): • Luke Porrazzo–5th grade– 1st place • AJ Diciero–4th grade– 10th place • John McKanas–4th grade • Xavier Marariego-Darnell–4th grade “We also had five middle schoolers and had an in-house meet for three of them for culmination,” Tarantino said. • Annalisa Ferrara–6th grade–national level track athlete par t icipated in off-season training • Ramon Os talaza–6th grade • Bailey Trabuco–7th grade • Luis Sena–6th grade–successfully took part in the Junior Olympics Cross Country Program • Naomi Tarantino–8th grade–alumni mentor, assistant coach BUDGET SERVICES RUBBISH REMOVAL * Interior-Exterior Demolition Bathroom/Kitchen/Decks, Etc. * All Types of Debris Removed * Pick-up Truck Load of Trash starting at $239. ~ Licensed & Insured ~ Call (978) 494-3443 APARTMENTS FOR RENT www.mastrocola.com We follow Social Distancing Guidelines!
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