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ASU Softball takes down A&M-Kingsville Rambelles ranked number 6 in Lone Star Conference for softball Erika Walker Staff Writer
The cold and rainy weather did not stop fans from coming out March 1 to watch the Rambelles sweep the Texas A&M-Kingsville Javelinas. “I thought both teams played well despite the weather,” Travis Scott, ASU head softball coach, said. A&M-Kingsville was in the lead 2-1 at the top of the fourth inning. Unfortunately, it was a fielding error that occurred in which A&M-Kingsville was able to make that score, but ASU did not let that bring them down. After their fielding error, the Rambelles dominated the rest of the game with no slowing down. Pitcher Kenedy Urbany put in work when it came to their hitters and struck out five Javelina batters. In order to work on regaining the lead, the Rambelles took over during the bottom of that very same inning when Kelly Johnson, pinch runner, scored on an error from the Javelinas to tie up the game, while Camry Weinheimer,
Photo by Summer Almaguer New comer Brandy Marlett has become a great finisher, striking out 6 batters Sunday’s game against TAMUK, improving her record to 6-1 on the season.
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san angelo hosts annual tattoo convention Bottom: Many people attended San Angelo’s Tattoo Convention from Feb. 27 to March 1 at the McNease Convention Center. Right: For the sixth year running, San Angelo’s own Trufant Bros were able to bring some of the best tattoo artists from around the year to town.
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Rams face the cold weather and pull off a close win against Cameron University
Team work allows rams to power through weather conditions Cameron Niblock Staff Writer Rams strike out Cameron University with a 5-4 win on March 1, despite playing through a harsh cold front. Brett David, senior, caught a great fly ball during the top of the second inning and the Rams defense continued to play well, securing plays and eliminating threats throughout the game. While on offense, Paxton DeLaGarza, junior, hit a double hitter which led Nehwon Norkeh, sophomore, to score the first run of the game. “I think it’s an entertaining game,” Josh Crumley, sophomore, said. “It’s definitely a pitchers’ duel.” The bottom of the fifth inning brought about the defining moments for the Rams. Cameron Massengill, senior, stepped up to loaded bases and with a precise hit, gave Norkeh the opportunity to score the second run. Derek Tyner, senior, performed a sacrifice fly, allowing DeLaGarza to make yet another run.
University will conduct a tornado drill Friday, March 6 Henry Mahome Staff Writer
The Rams secured their final run of the inning when David sent the ball flying, allowing Massengill to score. Despite the harsh weather the Rams were able to continue making plays and keep up a presence on defense. “I definitely believe that the weather played a very strong effect on defense for sure,” Vincent Salazar, junior, said. “Our teams did really well to adapt to these kinds of conditions.” The Rams continued to be persistent with their offense and defense on the field. It comes down to our ability offensively, and seeing if our team can keep up on defense with catching fly balls, Salazar said. Having support from fans can always warm up the performance of the players. A few brave students came out to show their support during the frosty game. “I like to see a competitive game,” Crumley said, “I like to see the strategy
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ASU recognizes severe weather awareness week with a tornado drill
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Here in the beginning of March, San Angelo should be seeing the sun come out, maybe some warmer weather and a cool breeze, but instead it is met with weather in the high 20’s and low 30’s, ice, blistering high powered winds, and rain. Students might get a few days here and there for some sunshine, but it’s best not to plan for it and become disappointed. What should be planned for is: tornadoes. This week, March 1-7, is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Texas. With approval from the President Dr. Brian May, on March 6, the university will be conducting a short 15-minute campus-wide tornado drill at 1:45 p.m. Students, faculty members, and even visitors will all be briefed on what procedures to follow and what location to go to, as well as who
will be in charge in the case of this emergency. In the briefing, the instructors will cover the closest storm shelters and also go over the Building Emergency Response Team. ASU is not the only school having a tornado drill; it is actually a requirement by all Texas Universities and Colleges to have at least one a year. In a written statement, Dr. Don Topliff, Provost and VPAA, said, “The Clery Act requires that colleges and universities develop and implement emergency response procedures to include assessing plans and procedures on an annual basis.” And what better way to end the day and SWA week with a fun exercise to keep students and faculty informed on what to do during a tornado.
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Read about what the season of Lent is all about and how students are using it as a time of reflection on page 4 Keep up with Ram basketball and find out where they are headed in the Lone Star Conference on page 6 Find out more about the car you saw on fire in the UC parking lot last week on page 3 Enjoy a story on the international students from ASU experiencing the rodeo and carnival on page 4
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NEWS
Friday, March 6, 2015
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Submit your photos to rampage@angelo.edu to see you and your friends’ pictures featured on Insta Ram The seniors on the Ram basketball team were honored after their defeat of Texas A&M-Kingsville. They each received a plaque before giving speeches thanking their fans.
President Dr. Brian May Ph.D., and company cheer on the Rams and Rambelles at the basketball games Feb. 28.
UREC fitness instructors show off their new t-sh irts on the night of the fifth annual Crucible, a tough workout that gives students a taste of the fitness classes offered at ASU.
Friday 3/6
Housing and Residential Programs: Roommate Selection Lottery (ends March 9) Greek Life: Teeter-Totter Marathon (ends March 8) Softball vs. Eastern New Mexico University at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. in Portales
Saturday 3/7
Superhero Dash 5K and 1.5 Mile Fun Run/Walk at 9:00 a.m. on the Intramural Fields Softball vs. Eastern New Mexico University at 12:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. in Portales Baseball vs. Tarleton at 3:00 p.m. in Stephenville
Sunday 3/8
Baseball vs. Tarleton at 1:00 p.m. and 4:20 p.m. in Stephenville
Monday 3/2
Golf at A&M Commerce Baseball vs. Tarleton at 1:00 p.m. in Stephenville Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band performance at 7:30 p.m. at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church Holland-Harrell Foreign Affairs Speakers Program at 7:30 in the CJ Davidson Conference Center
Tuesday 3/10
Civil War Lecture Series: Facets of Music in Antebellum and Wartime America at 7:00 p.m. in the CJ Davidson Conference Center
Wednesday 3/11
Automotive Service Excellence Exam at 8:00 a.m. in Vincent Nursing-Physical Science Building UCPC Talent Show Auditions from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the UC Softball vs. St. Mary’s University at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in San Angelo
Thursday 3/12
Housing and Residential Programs: Open Room Selection Lottery (ends March 17) UCPC Talent Show Auditions from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the UC Musical: Smokey Joe’s Café at 8:00 p.m. in the ASU Auditorium, Mayer Administration Building
San Angelo experienced below freezing temperatures, freezing rain and even some snow fall on Feb. 27-28. Classes were canceled Friday due to the harsh weather.
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Car fire and burglaries on campus increase police patrol on campus Fire department ruled the reason for fire was undetermined and was most likely mechanical issues Cameron Niblock Staff Writer
Car fire hits campus with a blaze on Tuesday, Feb. 24 in the University Center parking lot. Students started their morning in a bizarre way by witnessing a car fire on their way to class. Josh Aleman, Student Assistant at the university mail room, said he noticed firemen hitting the hood of the car that was emitting smoke from the front of its grill. University Police Department officers were present at the time trying to keep the area under control, Aleman said. Nobody got hurt, and nobody else’s property was damaged by the fire. “No one was injured and no damage reported other than the vehicle that was burning,” James Adams, UPD police chief, said. “Witnesses said they saw smoke coming from the unattended vehicle and called police and 911. There were no vehicles parked on either side of the burning vehicle.” UPD and the San Angelo Fire Department responded to the fire in sufficient timing. “We received a call regarding a car fire in the UC
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Classes starting at 1:00 p.m. or that run through that time will be scheduled to end five minutes early for the drill, and 2:00 p.m. classes will have a delayed start Students who live in the dorms on campus and are in the building at the time of the drill will be escorted by the Resident Assistants or staff members to the required locations. Faculty and staff will ask all occupants to immediately move to the designated storm shelter area in their facility. All faculty, staff, students, and visitors will be released at 2:00 p.m. Kendrick Fennell, junior, said he
thinks the drills are important and that everyone should pay attention to them. “I am from west Texas, in Plainview, and we don’t get tornados, but it is something that I would want to know how to handle just if I’m in that situation,” Fennell said. If students are on or around campus and hear a siren they shouldn’t be alarmed. Students should listen and participate so that they know what to do in case a tornado happens one day.
lot at 9:20 a.m.,” Adams said. “UPD officers arrived at 9:23 a.m. to find a maroon vehicle with white smoke billowing out the front grill.” The fire department ruled that the reason for the fire was “undetermined” but cited mechanical issues as the likely cause, Adams said. Before the fire department arrived, flames began to engulf the front engine component of the vehicle. Officers deployed fire extinguishers in an attempt to slow the burning process, but they knew the fire extinguishers were insufficient to stop the fire. When a fire like this happens on campus, UPD officers follow specific procedures to ensure the safety of pedestrians. “The first concern in any emergency is life safety,” Adams said. “Officers on scene are tasked to ensure conditions are safe and bystanders are in no danger.” Car fires are not the only dangers that students have been hit with in the past weeks. Two car burglaries have been reported outside of Concho Hall, parking lot 12, with only two weeks passing between both
occurrences. “In both cases, there was no physical evidence at the scene,” Adams said. “We typically don’t have windows broken out of vehicles. Doing so draws attention to the burglar, which is not something they desire.” After reporting on both crime scenes UPD believes the same assailants might be responsible for these thefts. “We do believe the same person(s) may be responsible for both burglaries,” Adams said. UPD officers have made an effort to increase patrols in the area given the short time period between both thefts. “Officers have stepped patrols in that lot,” Adams said. “We also participate in monthly Intel meetings with area law enforcement agencies, this gives us a chance to brief each other, find similarities in crimes and potentially identify and locate suspect(s).”
Spring concert ushers in the change of seasons Wind ensemble and symphonic band to perform annual concert Russell Howard Contributor Jessica Tharp Managing Editor
ASU’s wind ensemble will hold its annual spring concert Monday, March 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Sierra Vista United Methodist Church, located at 4522 College Hills Blvd. The spring concert brings awareness of the wind ensemble to campus and lets people know that there is a concert band, in addition to the more well-known marching band. “The spring concert and wind ensemble are there to let people know that there are more options in the music program than just the marching band,” former member, Breanna Wood, said. “The wind ensemble exists for
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those who play similar instruments to come together and play music that’s not marching band music.” The program is titled “Traditions and Transcriptions” and will begin with the wind ensemble’s performance, and they will later be joined by the symphonic band, where the two will perform together. The concert, which is open to the public, will have no charge for admission. The wind ensemble is under the direction of Dr. Constance Kelly, assistant professor of music and interim director of bands. They will perform pieces by Dimitri Shostakovich and Mark
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Camphouse before being joined by the symphonic band, which is under the direction of Dr. Gordon Hicken, interim assistant director of bands and percussion instructor. Together the two will perform pieces by John Cacavas, Gustav Holst and Camille SaintSaëns. Besides making music for the public to enjoy, the concert serves as a way to let ASU’s name be known and garner interest in the school’s music program. “It’s also a way for those involved to go on trips and recruit for Ram Band, and look for people to come to ASU and be a part of the music program,” Wood said.
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Season of lent offers a time for prayer and reflection Lent participants give up or add something in their daily routine for 40 days Martina Dalla Zalla Staff Writer The season of Lent began on Feb. 18 with an Ash Wednesday service where Catholic students had the chance to receive ashes at the Newman Center. About 65 students attended the mass on Wednesday and received the ashes, Sister Kathy Kudlac of the Newman Center, said. The Newman Center is a Catholic student association on campus dedicated to enriching people’s faith through theology classes, adoration groups, and weekly masses, Alejandra Perales, president of the Newman Center, said. Besides the Roman Catholic Church, the Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian and Anglican denominations observe Lent as well.
Lent starts right after Ash Wednesday and lasts 40 days, Sundays are not included, the same number of days that Jesus spent praying in the desert according to the Scriptures, Perales said. “The meaning of receiving the ashes is to signify that you are reborn,” Perales said. During Lent, people either give up something or do something they don’t usually do. Perales said what people give up is something that humbles them or makes them more appreciative of their life; for example, giving up on Facebook, social media in general, or chocolate. Perales also said that a lot of people don’t realize that instead of giving up something, they could do
something. For example, they could volunteer or help in their community a little bit more. Stephanie Garcia, a student who attended the mass on Ash Wednesday, said that at first she had decided to give up her bed for Lent but she recently changed her mind; she realized it wouldn’t do anything for her because she already knows that she is blessed. “Instead, I decided to practice reconciliation every week. That is something that I think will be more important to me in this time of Lent,” Garcia said. “Lent is my favorite time of the year, more than Christmas, New Year’s or summer because it’s a time of prayer and reflection. I really love it. And then Easter is just the cherry on top of course.”
120 international students put on their boots and head to the rodeo Students enjoyed rodeo atmosphere and tasty food from the carnival and fair Mingu Lee Contributor Some of ASU’s international students headed to the San Angelo Coliseum on Feb. 21 to see the rodeo in San Angelo and made some treasured memories. The international students, approximately 120 in all, who are from Italy, France, the Netherlands, Mexico, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Korea, and Nepal, experienced their first rodeo in San Angelo. The rodeo especially caught the sight of the Asian students, who found it fresh and interesting because there aren’t any rodeos in Korea. Jiyoung Park, a business major from Korea, said that the rodeo was really exciting, and that it made her nervous seeing the competitors hanging on like they were on the edge of a cliff. “Even though we have bull fighting in Korea, people don’t ride on the bulls because it is pretty dangerous,” Park said. However, she said the competitors were “taking it on and they looked brave.” The rodeo proceeded for an hour and a half, showing various performances; whenever the performer did really well or beat another performers
time, the international students didn’t keep their compliments and claps to themselves. Stefania Brutini, from Italy, said she enjoyed the rodeo a lot, especially the women’s barrel racing. “It is something good for the international students to see so that they learn culture here in the U.S.,” she said. The ASU international students were delighted in the festival, not only from the rodeo but also from the carnival hosted around the Coliseum stadium. They got to experience an American festival and made unforgettable memories. At the carnival, the students enjoyed diverse games, tasty foods and the amusement rides. “The rodeo is a famous festival all around the world,” Brutini said. “I liked the atmosphere inside and outside as well.” Through the rodeo performance, ASU international students enriched their experience and knowledge about American culture. In addition, they obtained precious time with their friends in Texas.
Contributed Photo International students, Heegyung Kwon, Alfredo Bonilla, Martina Dalla Zalla and Stefania Burtini enjoy the rodeo on Feb 21.
UREC’s crucible has students doing a 90-minute intense workout Students come back for more for the fifth annual event featuring 10 workout stations Daniel Ramirez Contributor
Students battled and survived the University Recreation’s fifth annual Crucible on March 2 at the Ben Kelly Center for Human Performance. The Crucible is UREC’s toughest and most prestigious fitness event of the year and challenges students to a 90-minute intense workout that showcases the variety of fitness classes offered by UREC. The workout featured 10 stations that groups of students rotated through during the 90-minute workout, spending eight minutes at each station. Each year the stations change, depending on what classes are offered by UREC. This year the stations showcased circuits such as jump roping, workouts with a medicine ball, an abdominal station, and a free weight session that pushed students to their limits. The Crucible was open to students of all fitness levels where, at registration, they got to choose between a beginning, intermediate, and advance fitness level to ensure they got the full Crucible experience. The level each participant chose determined the intensity of each station by changing variables, such as the weight of the medicine ball or attempting a more challenging form when doing a workout. The stations were lead by UREC Group Fitness Instructors who teach the variety of classes that were showcased at the Crucible. Skyla Camacho, a junior instructor, knows that at first the Crucible
can be dispiriting. “I was a little intimated because I was a freshman so everything was new,” Camacho said. Now, Camacho has been an instructor for two Crucibles and encourages anyone of any fitness level to try it out. “If you love working out, this is something to do,” Camacho said. “If you usually don’t, this is something you should still come to and if you get tired, just keep pushing through because it’s something fun.” Jerry Gonzalez, a junior Kappa Delta Rho pledge, says he was glad to attend the Crucible. “I came because I wanted to push my limits and see how far I could go and I’m actually proud of myself; I finished the whole thing,” Gonzalez said. He said that the Crucible may be worth conquering again. “Granted, yes it was tiring, and I wanted to quit sometimes, but it was an experience and I’d do it again,” Gonzalez said. Cody Burdett, junior, says that the Crucible was an eye-opener. “It was pretty humbling because it makes you think of your athleticism and that there are people better than you,” Burdett said. Katriona Baker, Graduate
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OPINIONS
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New years resolutions pay off, feeling happier and healthier already
Sydney Wegner Editor When January comes everyone makes new year resolutions and set goals for themselves to improve their life in one way or another. Well as we all know, most new year resolutions life spans are about 2 weeks. I didn’t make any outlandish, hard to follow resolutions this year, I just wanted to be happier and more positive. I know it is only the beginning of March but I am already feeling happier and more content this semester. How, you might ask? I’ve been eating healthy and exercising regularly 5-6 times a week. It took me about two weeks to really enjoy working out, so I’m not going to lie and say it comes naturally. And there are still times that I want to quit and just eat whatever I want.
Somehow the adrenaline rush I get from working out helps me forget about my stress. I’ve been meal prepping each week which helps me not overeat because I already have a set portion on my plate. Not only does this ensure that I don’t overeat and regret it later but it has lowered the amount of money I spend on food throughout the week. I make 9 meals (lunch and dinner for week days with the exception of Friday night dinner) for about $20 a week. This means I’m basically eating for a little over $2 a meal. This is great for a college budget. I am also saving a lot of time by meal prepping. It takes about 2 hours to cook everything but it only takes a few minutes to heat my meals up every day. When prepping, it is important to include fruits, vegetables, proteins and grains. I like to pick three main courses throughout the week and alternate them so I don’t get sick of it. Eating well gives your body the right kind of energy it needs to take on the day, so this is one of the reasons I am feeling so much better. Not only am I physically improving my body by putting good nutrients in it and getting back into shape, but I am mentally improving also. I can’t imagine how I will feel in a year if I keep my routine of working out and healthy eating.
‘19 Kids and Counting’ provides life lessons for viewers
Lela Howard Contributor They say reality TV kills our brain cells. I personally don’t watch much reality TV, but there is one show in particular that I follow closely; 19 Kids and Counting. 19 Kids and Counting isn’t just a normal reality show to me. If you watch and listen closely, you might learn some helpful tips and life lessons. Michelle and Jim-Bob Duggar are parents to nine girls and ten boys which includes two sets of twins. Michelle delivered all of her children. Joshua is the oldest at 26 and Josie, the youngest, is five years-old. Every Duggar child has a name that starts with “J” and three are married and moved out of the house. Jim-Bob’s mom also lives with them to help out with daily routines. The Duggars’ are devout Independent Baptists in the faith and share their beliefs openly on camera. Every evening, the whole family comes together to have “Bible time” where
Jim-Bob leads the family in reading, praying, and discussing a certain topic. Secondly, living in a household with close to two dozen family members can be pretty rough on the Duggar’s wallets. Michelle practices and teaches her children how to live frugally. They buy most of their clothes at thrift shops and buy food in bulk, way more bulk than we do for a family of four. Their family motto for this situation is “buy used and save the difference.” It helps that a few of the Duggar kids have special talents to help cut down on costs. Josh is a graphic designer for the family and created both Jill, 23, and Jessa’s, 22, wedding invitations. Janna, age 25, is the family seamstress, and 21 year-old Jinger is talented with photography. Lastly, the Duggar family provides ideas of things the whole family can do to spend quality time together. They have built box cars and held a family derby, were the host of a flea market of their own belongings and take family vacations. This reality TV show pre-season episodes began in 2004 as “14 Children and Pregnant Again!” Then came “Raising 16 Children” in 2006 and “And Baby Makes 18” in 2008. The show title 19 Kids and Counting began at the start of season four in 2010. I began to watch this reality TV show in October of 2014 after the beginning of the ninth season. Season 10 aired just 18 days ago. I am very excited to watch the lives of four families unfold.
There were many political and religious statements at the 2015 Oscars. What person, or film that was featured, inspired you the most and why?
“I heard about feminism. I agreed with feminism but a lot of people get it mixed up; feminism is just the equality of men and women. A lot of feminism extremists make it harder for women, who actually want equality. That’s harder when a lot of people are misconstruing what it actually means.” Ore Adebo Freshman “I guess what’s going on with all the race issues inspired me. I’m Mexican, so seeing what my mom had to go through because she also had to deal with racial stuff. It’s really cool because big names are speaking up about it and it is cool to see people standing up these days.” Mariela Rodriguez Junior “American Sniper did inspire me. I saw that he really wanted to defend his country and his friends. It made it seem like he was a guy who didn’t have enough views in his family, so he just focused more on his country than his family, but it was a pretty good movie.” Tino Diaz Freshman “A lot of stuff that they said was good. Graham Moore, the guy from “The Imitation Game”, gave the be yourself speech, so I think it’s good to see on TV.” Josue Hernandez Freshman “I listened to Common and John Legend’s song “Glory” from “Selma.” I really liked the song and their speech afterwards and it inspired me to watch the movie, because I know it’s a huge issue that I don’t pay attention to very much and I think it’s really cool that they brought it back more current and people forget that sometimes.” Haleigh Arent Senior
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Friday, March 6, 2015
Rams finish regular season undefeated at home with 17 wins
Rams advance in the Lone Star Conference and hope to finish their season in the DII South Central Regional Henry Mahome Staff Writer
The 2014-2015 Rams basketball team will go in the record books as one of the best teams ASU has seen in many years. Holding multiple records, the Rams basketball team will be advancing in the Lone Star Conference championship this week. The Rams finished the regular season at the Junell Center Feb. 28 against Texas A&M-Kingsville. This was by far their closest win of the season, with a final score of 88-70. This win over the Javelinas made it the Rams’ 17th consecutive win at the Junell center and gave them an undefeated winning streak at home. This was the last home game for five Softball page 1 catcher/outfielder, crossed the plate on a run batted in single from outfielder Rachel Moore. Fast forward to the bottom of the sixth inning and the score was sitting at a 4-2 advantage for the Rambelles. Micherie Koria, infielder/ outfielder, bunted for a single to take an even bigger lead of the inning, and used all of her power on a grounder to the short stop to score from third base. The final score of the game was 5-2. Moving on to game two, the Rambelles started out with the lead, thanks to Urbany in the second inning and her completely solo home run. A&M-Kingsville loaded up the bases with two outs and Brandy Marlett, pitcher, struck them out for
of the Rams, who are seniors. They are: • No. 00 Demario Mayfield • No. 3 Marsell Holden • No. 5 Chris Jones • No.11 Raijon Kelly • No.35 Tommy Woolridge Holden was a break out player, not just for the game, but also for the season. He finished with 13 points, six of those being from two threepointers, making Holden number two in the record books with the most three pointers in a season in Ram basketball history. He currently has 83 three-pointers this season, only one away from the record-holder Kenny Smith, who played in the 05-06 season and the second straight inning as they moved on to the third. It was in the sixth inning that the Rambelles went and took it all, with an incredible score of 8-0, giving the Javelinas no chance to score. “Kenedy and Brandy were really good,” Scott said. “It was nice to finish the day 2-0 in conference.” The Rambelles are currently ranked at number six overall in the Lone Star Conference and are working to continue rising to the top. They will take on Eastern New Mexico University on March 6-7 in Portales, New Mexico before heading back to San Angelo and playing St. Mary’s University at home in Mayer Field.
managed to make 84 three-point shots that season. Jones was also a leading scorer, with 15 points, but he had two steals and four rebounds as well. Kelly also had an outstanding night, leading the Rams with 16 points. He also had a season-high eight rebounds and helped the team with five assists. “It was a good and bad feeling,” Kelly said. “On one end I am glad we got to end the season on a good note and with a win, but on the bad note this was my last time playing in the Junell Center so it was heartbreaking.” Woolridge had an impressive performance in their last game, collecting a season-high 15 points, all
from beyond the arch, going five for eight at the three-point line. The Rams play again this week in the Lone Star Conference Championship in Allen, Texas, where they look to come home victorious. “I believe we will do well in the tournament, we just got to play like we play and we will be alright,” Kelly said. They plan to advance to finish off the basketball season in the DII South Central Regional in Evansville, Indiana. The Rams had a great season this year that set the standard for years to come.
Photos by Marsalis Mahome Above: ASU’s Micherie Koria made an amazing play slinging the ball in to second base to get an TAMU-Kingsville runner out. Players and fans braved the cold weather to come out on March 1. Right: Kenedy Urbany pitches to Texas A&M-Kingsville players with hopes to strike them out. Urbany continues to have an amazing season coming off of her great performances against TAMU-Kingsville where she earned LSC Pitcher of the Week. Baseball page 1 behind it; not just the physical aspect, but the mental aspect.” Regarding the future of the Rams season, many supporters are optimistic as the team advances closer to the Lone Star Conference. “This game heightened my expectations of how we will perform at the Lone Star Conference,” Salazar said.
The Rams went on to win all of their games against Cameron University with a 6-3 win on March 1 and a 4-2 win in the first game followed by a 6-5 win in the second during their doubleheader on March 2. The Rams currently hold a 14-1 record for this season, leaving fans optimistic about the team’s future. “I think we are going to have a really strong year,” Salazar said.
Photos by Marsalis Mahome Outfielder Nehwon Norkeh made a homerun saving catch to end the first inning during the baseball series sweep againt Cameron. Norkeh was also named LSC hitter of the week for his outstanding performance; he currently leads the LSC with 4 homeruns.