THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, MAy 22, 2026 Page 5 COLLEGE GOAL | FROM PAGE 2 Whitcomb graduated magna cum laude, earning a Bachelor of Science of Business Administration. Whitcomb credits her sons Andrew and Bryce with getting her to start classes at UMass Lowell in the summer of 2023. “If it wasn’t for Bryce, I wouldn’t have gotten through this,” Whitcomb recalled of some trouble she had with math before she got help from her son. Whitcomb maintains a busy schedule as she strives for a better life for herself and her family. In addition to being a Town Meeting member, she sits on the Saugus Housing Authority and has served as a volunteer on several other town boards. She’s also thinking about furthering her education. “Now that I’ve done this [graduated from college] and know that I can do the work, I don’t think I will have a problem fi nishing my master’s degree,” she said. ROUNDUP | FROM PAGE 4 di followed with a bunt single. Eighth grader Aubrey Demonte — who Almquist noted leads the team with 17 walks — reached base to load things up. Layla Demonte drove in a run. Eighth grader Jenna O’Donnell worked an RBI walk. Chianca later added an RBI double. McCarrier chipped in an RBI single. Alannah Duong doubled and scored. Maria Silva and Angie Dow added hits. O’Donnell continued her breakout season with a double and another strong off ensive performance. “Without question one of the most pleasant surprises of the season,” Almquist said of the eighth grader. A MORTAR BOARD MESSAGE: Maureen Whitcomb wore this cap last Saturday at UMass Lowell when she joined her son Bryce, the last of her quadruplets to earn a bachelor’s degree from UMass Lowell. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) “She just keeps getting better and better.” GIRLS LACROSSE PUNCHES TOURNAMENT TICKET Saugus girls lacrosse is headed to the postseason. The Sachems improved to 9-6 and officially qualified for the state tournament, continuing a season Head Coach Amanda Jacquier says has been defi ned by growth. “This team has worked incredibly hard to grow together,” Jacquier said. “Learning to trust and rely on one another in every aspect of the game.” Saugus celebrated Senior Night with a dominant 16-1 victory over Malden. Natalie Justice and Aly Mabee each scored four goals. Niki Breton, Brooke Diaz, Mara Faiella, Teaghan Arsenault, Layla Rodriguez, Genesis Barrios, Paige Millea and Eden Miniscalco each added goals. “Everyone played a great game all around,” Jacquier said. The coach praised the team’s defense; midfi eld play and offensive pressure while emphasizing something bigger. “No matter the situation, they continue to stay positive, support one another and lift each other up during challenging moments,” Jacquier said. “This group has truly shown what they are capable of.” PROUD SAUGONIANS: Bryce Whitcomb and his mother, Maureen Whitcomb, a Precinct 4 Town Meeting member, posed for a photo in their caps and gowns in front of Saugus Town Hall last week. They graduated together from UMass Lowell. Bryce is the fi nal of four Whitcomb quadruplets to receive a college degree from UMass Lowell. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) “WE’RE STILL HERE!” Since 1947 MALDEN AUTO BODY Book online: Maldenauto.com 49 Robin St., Everett, MA 617-389-3030 * Maldenab@yahoo.com Over 79 years of exceptional service! Massone Family Owned & Operated Checking that pays you $20 a month. It’s easy: Open a checking account and each month maintain an average balance of $5,000, make $1,500 in direct deposits, and complete three transactions of any kind.* *New checking account customers only.
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