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Nick Napolitano scored four goals and three assists in St. Mary’s 12-5 boys lacrosse win over Winthrop Saturday.
By KATIE MORRISON
While the rest of the world was watching the Masters Tournament Sunday, three St. Mary’s pitchers were at Fraser Field in Lynn combining on a no-hitter.
Cordell Henriquez (4 innings), Bobby Alcock (2) and Jack Ward (1) turned the trick and the Spartans’ offense was just as hot in a 12-0 season-opening win over Matignon.
“It was nice to get the first win, and nice that it’s in the league,” said coach Derek Dana.
Offensively, several Spartans stood out. Ryan Turenne had a two-run double, Ward was 3-for-3 with three RBI, Mike Luciano was 2-for-2 with an RBI; and Lou Vidal knocked in three runs.
The Spartans return to action Wednesday against Austin Prep, another league foe. The Cougars were in contention for the Super 8 last year, and made it to the Division 3 semifinal before Lynnfield came from way back in the last inning to eliminate them.
Manchester Essex 3, Winthrop 0
The Vikings were shut out at home in their season opener.
Melrose 6, Malden Cath. 4
The Lancers took a 3-0 lead after one, highlighted by Jared Martino stealing home, but couldn’t hold on as they fell in their home opener.
SOFTBALL
New Bedford 9, Revere 4
The Patriots managed just five hits against New Bedford freshman starter Cassie Bergantim as they fell in their season opener on the road Saturday.
BOYS LACROSSE
St. Mary’s 12, Winthrop 5
Behind four goals and three assists from Nick Napolitano, the Spartans notched their first win of the season over the visiting Vikings. Alec Matho had three goals and an assist, Anthony DelVecchio had one goal and two assists, Dante Maribito had a goal and an assist, Andrew Kreamer had a goal and an assist, and Jason Loeser and Jaiden Moriello each scored a goal.
Brendon Donahue made eight saves in net in the first half, and Kaden Quirk made 10 saves in the second half.
The Spartans (1-3) are on the road Monday against Austin Prep.
GIRLS LACROSSE
Peabody 16, Revere 4
The Tanners improved to 2-0 behind a balanced offensive attack as eight different Tanners logged points. The Peabody offense was led by Colleen Crotty, Olivia Kiricoples and Lauren Wolff.
Kristen Bradley was excellent in draw control, winning seven. Alyssa Shashaty, Catherine Manning, Abigail Ryder and Ali Demeo were strong on defense for Peabody.
Tanners goalie Gianna Denisco made 10 saves, including five on free positions.
Lynnfield 5, Wakefield 2
The Pioneers held onto a 3-1 lead at the half and Wakefield threatened early in the second, but Lynnfield scored the final two goals to seal the win.
Olivia Sarni scored twice and Liv Smyrnios, Lilli Patterson and Ashley Barrett each scored once. Lauren Vaccaro made four saves in the net and Hannah Filipe and Gracie Sperling each had a team-high five ground balls.