THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2021 Page 15 THE SOUNDS | FROM PAGE 8 Saugus girls’ soccer hits rough stretch H By Greg Phipps aving kicked off the 2021 season by Saugus forward Jordan Morris (Advocate Photo by Greg Phipps) winning five of its first six games, the Saugus High School girls’ soccer team has run into a midseason rough stretch. The Sachems entered late last week having outscored opponents 25-10 over those first six contests. That trend took a different turn beginning with a hard-fought 3-0 loss at Swampscott last Thursday. In that contest, Saugus came out strong and carried the play for a good deal of the first half. But Swampscott tallied with about seven minutes left in the first period when Big Blue forward Lily Raymond lifted a shot past Sachems goalie Tori Carter. Carter performed well in net for Saugus despite giving up the three goals. Swampscott scored again before halftime and owned a 2-0 advantage it would not relinquish. One more goal for the hosts over the final 40 minutes accounted for the final margin, as the Sachems, led by the strong play of senior captain Jordan Morris and Madi Femino, were unable to get on the scoreboard. The Sachems did manage to score in last Friday’s 3-1 loss at Ipswich and were able to rediscover their scoring touch in a resounding 6-0 victory over Medford on Monday. That momentum didn’t carry over to Wednesday when Saugus was blanked, 4-0, at Marblehead. Wednesday’s defeat left Saugus at 6-4 on the season with a 3-2 mark in Northeastern Conference play. The Sachems have outscored opponents 32-20 overall but have been on the short end of a 15-1 goals margin in their defeats. With eight games remaining on the regular season schedule, the Sachems will try to ignite a new winning stretch when they travel to face Winthrop this afternoon. Saugus beat the Vikings in the season opener at home. The Sachems then take on Beverly in another away game on Tuesday. Sachems suffer third loss at Watertown B By Greg Phipps eing held scoreless over their first two Saugus senior running back Mark MacEachern (Advocate Photo by Greg Phipps) games, the Saugus Sachems were determined to break that trend heading into last Friday night’s football game at Watertown. The Sachems succeeded in ending their scoreless drought but were unable to get in the win column in an eventual 32-6 loss to the Red Raiders. The loss dropped to Sachems to 0-3 on the season. As has been the case thus far this year, Saugus fell behind early and trailed 10-0 after one quarter. The Sachems scored their lone touchdown in the second period but saw the hosts put up nine more points. Looking up at a 19-6 deficit at halftime, Saugus was unable to mount a comeback over This week on Saugus TV Sunday, Oct. 3 from 9 to 11 p.m. on Channel 8 – “Sunday Night Stooges” (The Three Stooges). Monday, Oct. 4 all day on Channel 8 – “Movie Monday” (classic movies). Tuesday, Oct. 5 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Finance Committee Meeting from Sept. 29. Wednesday, Oct. 6 at 8:30 p.m. on Channel 9 – Board of Selectthe final 24 minutes. Watertown tacked on another two touchdowns and an extra point in the second half while Saugus was kept off the scoreboard. The Sachems defense had all it could handle against a well-balanced Red Raiders’ offensive attack. Two long scoring runs and several substantial pass connections keyed Watertown’s charge. The Red Raiders, who improved to 2-1, made a number of big plays on both sides of the ball – plays that seemed to take the steam out of the Sachems. It’s been a tough ride for Head Coach Steve Cummings and his young squad over the first portion of the season. Saugus has been outscored 88-6 in its first three games, and it doesn’t get any easier meaningful candidates’ forum at Town Hall, we are making an effort to encourage discussion of important town issues that relate to these political races. It is not our intent to endorse any particular candidate, but rather to give every candidate an opportunity to identify chief issues that are the foundation of their campaigns. And, hopefully, in that context, voters will be able to distinguish meaningful differences that set the candidates apart from each other. I would have to say that after two weeks most of the candidates do see the value of participating in a weekly question and answer forum which gives them an opportunity to communicate with our readers as the Nov. 2 town election date approaches. In addition to the use of “The Advocate Asks” to interview the Board of Selectmen and School Committee candidates, each candidate has been invited to submit a 400 word or less political announcement introducing themselves, highlighting their backgrounds and their reasons for running for public office. Win or lose, each of the candithis week, as undefeated Swampscott visits the new Christie Serino Jr. Athletic Sports Complex tonight (scheduled 7 p.m. kickoff). The Big Blue, 3-0 this year, won the Div. 5 state championship in 2019 and were 3-1 in the abbreviated, COVID-impacted 2021 spring season. Swampscott rolled up over 40 points in its last two wins over Gloucester and Lynn English. The contest will mark the second football game at Saugus’s new facility. Saugus lost its home opener to Northeast Metro Tech two weeks ago. These early tilts against powerful teams should have the Sachems primed and ready when they travel to take on Salem next Thursday. The Sachems beat Salem twice last spring. men Meeting from Sept. 30. Thursday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. on Channel 9 – Planning Board Meeting ***live***. Friday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. on Channel 8 – Covid-19 Candlelight Vigil from Sept. 19. Saturday, Oct. 9 at 4:30 p.m. on Channel 8 – The Seasons 2021 – by Amariah Condon. Saugus TV can be seen on Comcast Channels 8, 9 & 22. For complete schedules, please visit www.saugustv.org. ***programming may be subject to change without notice*** dates who are seeking election or reelection should be commended for participating in the political process, as it will help to illuminate important issues and challenges facing Saugus government. We hope that our presentation of the questions and answers from each of the candidates will serve as a helpful guide to voters who are interested in knowing more about their local politicians. Stay tuned. Facing your fears about snakes The Saugus Public Library is teaming up with the Cape Ann Vernal Ponds Team to sponsor a hands-on snake program that will help people face their fears about snakes during the Halloween season. All ages are welcome and no registration is required for the program, which is set for tomorrow (Saturday, Oct. 2) at 10 a.m. at the Saugus Iron Works. People who plan on going should check the online event calendar the morning of the event for weather-related updates. You may also want to bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Legion Hall News Here’s some good news for people who enjoy those Friday morning breakfasts at the Saugus American Legion Cpl Scott J. Procopio Post 210. Debra Dion Faust, Building Manager of THE SOUNDS | SEE PAGE 18
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