Page 12 ROUNDAP | FROM PAGE 5 “The boys never gave up and always gave it all they had,” Arsenault said. Leading scorer Gavin Diozzi, an eighth grader, emerged as one of the team’s top offensive threats. Fellow eighth grader Zack Modini also played a major role, while senior Hunter Arsenault finished among the team’s leading scorers. Arsenault also praised sophomores James Caruso and John Morello, along with eighth graders Diozzi, Modini, Billy Lauziere and Lukkas Sullivan, as key building blocks for the future. The coach reserved special praise for graduating seniors Hunter Arsenault, Larry Barrows and Koby Jette. THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, JUnE 5, 2026 The Sachems finished with “Our three graduating seniors were great contributors to the season and will be missed next year,” he said. With assistant coaches JP Walsh, Sean Fox and Brandon Allen helping guide the program, Arsenault believes the future is bright. “The future of Saugus lacrosse is looking good,” he said. GIRLS LACROSSE BUILDS MOMENTUM, EARNS POSTSEASON BERTH The Saugus girls lacrosse team also reached the Division 3 tournament before falling to Essex North Shore, 17-8, in the preliminary round. Carrijo Home Improvement, Inc. General Contractor * Interior & Exterior Carpentry * Kitchen & Bath * Roofs * Painting * Decks * Siding * Licensed & Insured * Free Estimates Carrijohomeimprovement.com Call 781-710-8918 * Saugus, MA a winning record at 10-9 and continued to establish themselves as one of the stronger programs in the area. Head coach Amanda Jacquier said the season was defined by growth. “This group of girls showed tremendous growth, determination and resilience throughout the year,” Jacquier said. One of the turning points came early. After opening the season with a heartbreaking 4-3 loss to Winthrop, the Sachems responded by defeating the Vikings 11-5 in the rematch. “That was when the team truly began to recognize its potential and what it was capable of accomplishing together,” Jacquier said. Offensively, Aly Mabee, Teaghan Arsenault, Mara Faiella, Niki Breton, Maria Garcia and Natalie Justice paced ZERO PERCENT | FROM PAGE 2 had their new meters installed so far, according to Wendy Hatch, the town’s Finance Director and Treasurer/Collector. “I thought the board did the right thing – the proper thing,” Cogliano said in an interview Tuesday night. “The projections are that the new meters are going to be more accurate and a lot of people are going to see an increase in their bills,” he said. Cicolini said he stands by the Humane Removal Service COMMONWEALTH WILDLIFE CONTROL ANIMAL & BIRD REMOVAL INCLUDING RODENTS CALL 617-285-0023 Discount Tree Service 781-269-0914 Professional TREE REMOVAL & Cleanups 24-HOUR SERVICE board’s decision. “Fortunately, we generated some healthy retained earnings that allowed us to do this, and we still have a healthy balance,” Cicolini said. But next year, which will be a town election year, selectmen could be forced to make an unpopular decision of increasing the rate to make up for this year, he said. “The rising costs are scary,” Cicolini said. He noted that the Lynn Water & Sewer Commission assessment increased by 33 percent in the current fiscal year above the budgeted amount, due to larger than expected operating increases. More commission increases are expected in the new fiscal year. “I’m glad we voted ‘Zero’ on the sewer rate increase,” Federico said. “That being said, I don’t want to see Saugus with financial issues next year,” he said. 1 bedroom, 1 bath furnished room for rent. $275. per week rent. Two week deposit plus 1 week rent required. Call: 617-435-9047 - NO TEXT the attack throughout the season. Defensively, Brooke Diaz, Amanda Rezendes, Paige Millea and Sydney Ferreira played key roles helping protect the cage and create stops. The postseason honors reflected that success. Mabee earned All-Conference recognition, while Diaz and Garcia were named league All-Stars. “I am incredibly proud of everything this team accomplished representing Saugus girls lacrosse,” Jacquier said. “I cannot wait to see what the future holds for this program.” GARDENS | FROM PAGE 10 ers. You will also see a variety with pink blossoms in a few places in town, especially around Lynn Fells Parkway. Birds have been gradually returning north in recent months, including the great blue heron (Ardea herodeas). Herons and egrets are regular visitors now to the Saugus River and nearby ponds. They are often viewed wading in the river or perched in trees near the Saugus Iron Works and flying across Route 1 to reach other nearby ponds and waterways. FURNISHED ROOM FOR RENT EVERETT ANYONE CAN SAY THEY CAN FIX IT, ONLY WE GUARANTEE IT...FOR LIFE! • Basement Waterproofi ng • Foundation Repair • Crawl Space Repair SCHEDULE YOUR FREE INSPECTION: (866) 235-9404 * Certain terms and conditions apply. Ask your Foundation Specialist for details. LIC. NO. 202410
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