THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – FriDAy, OCTObEr 28, 2022 Page 5 Saugus volleyball honors senior players By Greg Phipps he Saugus High School volleyball team closed out its 2022 season this week. The team commemorated the campaign by honoring its six senior players last Friday evening at the high school gym. The Sachems were defeated T Senior player Maeva Kembo and family. in three sets (25-18, 25-20, 2513) by Malden in their Senior Night tilt, but that didn’t take away from the celebratory atmosphere. Senior players Ivy McLaughlin, Janisha Berry, Diana Sosa-Martinez, Tanisha Berry, Maeva Kembo, and Yasmin Nunes were recognized before the match. As for the overall season, the Sachems stood at 6-12 entering this week’s play. Saugus had two matches left on the schedule this week, which will conclude the season. Head coach Gina Vozzella said she was pleased with the team’s eff ort this fall. “Their dedication and hard work is always appreciated,” she said. “(The players) seem to be functioning more as a team rather than six individual players on the court. Communication has improved tremendously Senior player Diana Sosa-Martinez and family. AUTOTECH Senior player Tanisha Berry and family. and that is something we have struggled with in the past.” Vozzella also pointed out that the Sachems had to overcome some adversity along the way. “We have had some ups and downs and have had a tough time with multiple players being injured,” she explained. “It’s been an adjustSenior player Ivy McLaughlin and family. ment for the team to play positions they aren’t familiar with, but they have really stepped up to the plate.” The coach cited the strong seasons from senior Sosa-Martinez and junior Ashleigh Moore, who were a force in the middle for the Sachems. “They have had some major kills and blocks for us this season.” DRIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT! Cold Hard Cash for Your Vehicle! RIVE IT - PUSH IT - TOW IT $$ CASH FOR YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR SUV! $$ Get your vehicle Winter Ready! We Offer A Complete Safety Check! • Coolant Special with Oil Change • Top Off All Fluids Gt hil Wit Rd • Synthetic Blend Oil Change 2010 JEEP WRANGLER SAHARA 2007 NISSAN FRONTIER CREW CAB Only $79.95 Six Cylinder, Auto., 4X4, Excellent Condition, Most Power Options, Clean Title, Only 170K Miles! TRADES WELCOME! $12,500 Easy Senior player Yasmin Nunes and family. Senior player Janisha Berry and family. Financing Available! EddiesAutotech.com (Most vehicles) 4X4, Very Good Condition, Most Power Options, Just Serviced, Only 128K Miles, Clean Title! TRADES WELCOME! (781) 321-8841 • (617) 571-9869 1236 EasternAve • Malden For Your Vehicle! $8,995 We Pay Cash Saugus senior Ivy McLaughlin goes up to block a shot attempt in last Friday’s Senior Night match against Malden. Saugus senior Janisha Berry turns back a shot at the net in last Friday’s Senior Night contest. (Advocate photos by Greg Phipps)
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