By Phil Orlandella
Three years ago, the North End Athletic Association (NEAA) decided to start the organization’s first lacrosse program and it quickly became a huge success in the neighborhood growing into a very popular activity for local residents.
This year, over 125 players registered to participate in the program that included.
A clinic for players with any kind of skills and ability took place.
Five teams played in the Mass Lacrosse League and did well.
The NEAA hosted its first ever Mayor’s Lacrosse League game at Puopolo Park.
The first ever North End team participated in the Mayor’s Tournament and the Midnight Riders won their first game, moving on in the well-organized City League.
Obviously, without the help of many volunteers the lacrosse program would not have been the success it was and will continue to be in the future.