Page 6 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, April 21, 2023 A Special Opening Day Grabowski Field is ready to “play Ball!” as Saugus little league prepares for unprecedented celebration tomorrow By Mark E. Vogler E verybody loves a parade. But Saugus Little League officials were promising late this week that people are going to love this year’s parade more than any of the past processions that the league has organized. Officials have cranked up the preparations substantially this year as the league prepares to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Saugus making it to the Little League World Series in South Williamsport, Pa. Players from that historic 2003 team, which finished second in the United States and fourth in the world, will ride a makeshift duck boat in the parade and will be honored during the Opening Day Ceremonies at Grabowski Field. Guy Moley – the Saugonian behind most of the charity car shows in town – is helping to make the parade extra special by organizing a procession of 15 to 20 cars. One of them will be carrying the oldest living forEverett, MA 617-202-8259 * We work with most Fuel Assistance programs “We’re accepting new customers, no experience necessary” “Aceptamos Nuevos clientes no se necesita experiencia.” ~ Hablamos Española ~ 50 Gallon Minimum (Surcharge Applys) Major Credit Cards Accepted Scan our QR Code READY TO PLAY BALL: Brandnew turf has been laid down on Grabowski Field as the Saugus Little League launches a new season tomorrow, Saturday. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) mer Saugus Little League Coach, 94-year-old Gene Decareau. The Saugus Police and Fire Departments will be lending a hand with vehicles from their respective departments. League officials are trying to make this year’s Little League Parade and Opening Day ceremonies a town-wide event by reaching out to the town’s veterans, senior citizens and youth organizations to join the parade. 4.75 9 Month CD Savings make dreams possible. NO MATTER WHAT YOU ARE SAVING FOR, THIS RATE IS HARD TO IGNORE. Here’s your chance to run the numbers in your favor. Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD with an amazing 4.75% APY* gets you closer to those financial goals much faster. Easily calculate better earnings with Everett Bank’s 9 Month CD. Go to everettbank. com to easily open your account on-line in just minutes. %APY* THE 2003 SAUGUS BOYS OF SUMMER: A team photo of the dozen players who made local sports history 20 years ago by fi nishing runner up in the United States during the 2003 Little League World Series. The team will be honored on April 22 during the Parade and Opening Day Ceremonies for the Saugus Little League. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate) Parade Route (Courtesy graphic to the Saugus Advocate by the Saugus Little League) Meanwhile, the league made major renovations and improvements to Grabowski Field. A new fence was installed from the first base dugout to the right field corner to replace a dilapidated fence that was damaged by a fallen tree. The new fence includes a swinging double door. All the flags from district championships will be flying along with a brandnew American flag. The bleachers have been put in place. Some painting and mulching have been done to enhance the appearance OPENING DAY | SEE PAGE 7 *Annual Percentage Yield (APY) is accurate as of the date posted and is subject to change without notice. APY assumes that interest remains on deposit until maturity. A withdrawal will reduce earnings. A penalty may be imposed for early withdrawal. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Minimum of $500 is required to open a Certificate of Deposit and earn the advertised APY. Member FDIC | Member DIF All Deposits Are Insured In Full. A new fence has been installed to replace a dilapidated one from the fi rst base dugout all the way to the right fi eld corner. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate)
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