Page 2 THE SAUGUS ADVOCATE – Wednesday, November 27, 2019 THANKSGIVING DAY | from page 1 tunity to play [for Saugus], so make the most of it.” Overall, both teams had struggled through 3-7 seasons entering this year’s Thanksgiving matchup. Saugus was riding the crest of a two-game winning streak heading into Thursday’s clash. Peabody had gone 1-6 in its previous seven contests. Cummings praised the effort of his senior players and reemphasized the meaning of their final appearance in a Sachems uniform. “Over the years you’ve developed a bond with your teammates, and next Thursday morning is going to come really fast. We have six practices left, so enjoy them and take in the experience.” Christian Correia was awarded this year’s Saugus Heisman Trophy due to his fortitude and leadership in taking over the role of quarterback after starter Mason Nickolas went down with an injury in the second week. Other seniors recognized for the Sachems were Brendan McCabe, Zack Kesbia, Marvens Jean, Bruno Auzec, Justin Fajardo and Jaryd Coffill. On the Peabody side, seventh-year head coach Mark Bettencourt cited the efforts of his 15 senior players, including award winner Krisli Miraka. The coach said he treats the annual Heisman honor more as a “dedicated player” award than an MVP recognition. “There are kids that don’t PLANNING FOR THE BIG GAME: Saugus coaches Doug Gallant, head coach Steve Cummings and Ruben Reinoso. have natural athletic gifts and skills but show up to practice every day and give 100 percent, even though they don’t get much playing time in the games. [Miraka] is one of those kids, and I’ve always admired that and believe kids like that are good for teams,” observed Bettencourt. 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Price includes Adm. + Roller Skates. Cake, soda, paper goods, 20 tokens for birthday person plus 100 Redemption Tickets and a gift from Roller World in one of our private BP Rooms. School player himself, Bettencourt said he was attending his eighth Lions Club banquet – one as a player and seven as coach. “Not every Thanksgiving game has a banquet like this, and I think this gives better meaning to what high school football’s all about – hard work, dedication to the team, your friends and your family, and it brings people together,” he said. “Yes, you want to compete and win the game, but I’m still friendly with [several] Saugus players from the games I played in. This is a positive rivalry with tons of tradition. It’s possibly the last football you’re going to play that means something.” Boston-area TV sportscaster Chris Collins, who grew up in Peabody, was the keynote speaker, and he echoed the importance of the annual game. “Trust me, I grew up on this rivalry, on this game, so when I was asked to speak here, it made a whole lot of sense to me,” he said. “I’ve covered a dozen Super Bowls and the World Series, but the high school football experience is undeniably strong.” Collins said he sees friends from his youth football days, and they still reminisce about their experiences playing in those games. “I never subscribed to the idea that it’s just a game. If it’s important to you then it matters,” he said. “The Thanksgiving game will be in your memory bank forever, so don’t cheat yourself or your teammates. Give it all you have. You’ve been through too much together.” Citing what he called the “three Cs: confidence, courage and compassion,” Collins added that it takes these traits to go out and compete, even during three-win seasons. He specifically referenced the Sachems for their resiliency in recent years. “I know Saugus has gone through four head coaches in four years, and that’s a lot to go through,” he said. “But that’s life and you find a way to make it work and you become stronger from it.” Peabody holds a 44-29 advantage in the Thanksgiving Day series and has won the last five games. Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield to host Shabbat Potluck oin members of Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield for a Special Community Shabbat Potluck on Friday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m. Following dinner, members of the musical group Bashert will perform, filling the evening with joy, meaning and spirit. New Temple members will also be recognized. Bashert is led by Rabbi HowJ ard Mandell and features a group of seven talented singers and musicians who are members of Congregation Beth Israel of the Merrimack Valley in Lawrence, Mass. They draw on a variety of sources for their musical Friday night services. Potluck main dishes and sides should be vegetarian, dairy or fish. Challah, desserts and beverages will be provided by the Temple. Please let Susan S. know if you are coming and what dish you would be bringing – Sbreger94@ gmail.com or 919-605-0523 – by December 4. There is no charge for attending; all are welcomed. Temple Emmanuel of Wakefield is a member of the Jewish Reconstructionist Communities. Members come from many towns on the North Shore. Rabbi Greg Hersh is the spiritual leader. There is a chairlift to the social hall. Temple Emmanuel is located at 120 Chestnut St. in Wakefield; www. WakefieldTemple.org; 781245-1886.
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