This Texas Mountain Laurel blooms by the Porter Henderson Library. Its blossoms smell like grape Koolaid. Photo by Kaitlin Trujillo
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Clay Target Team aims for national tournament
Volume 83, Issue 20
ASU’s got talent
Auditions set for next week, all welcome Patrick Fleming Staff Writer
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Curtis Brown shoots sporting clay at the San Angelo Claybird Association.
Members discuss experiences Patrick Fleming Staff Writer The Clay Target Team, only a year old, has already made its apperencance at multiple competitions. In the fall of 2016, the organization took some of its members to its first collegiate competition where they competed with other colleges in the same region. These competitions were held by the Association of College Unions International, or the ACUI. For those unfamiliar, the
Rams Clay Target Team is dedicated to the sport of clay target shooting, where a person uses a firearm to shoot targets. The competition lies in marksmanship. The club was started by its president Matthew Valdez and its advisor Kurtis Neal. Both show enthusiasm toward the activity of shooting as well as the impact it has on its competitors. “The most enjoyable part of the organization is getting to travel with the team to San Antonio and compete in the ACUI collegiate shoots,” Valdez said. “The events are an experience because we get to shoot with hundreds of oth-
Lupita Lulo Contributor ASU held its first sign language community workshop and awareness program for beginners Feb. 23 in the UC. About 115 students and community members attended to learn American Sign Language. This was more than expected; Special Events staff had to bring out
Photo by Kaitlin Trujillo
more chairs to seat everyone. The workshops are open to both students and members of the community and are free of charge. Matthew Shroyer, sophomore, is volunteering his time to lead the workshop. Shroyer was born deaf, so sign language was his first language and English his second. “I love teaching ASL to those who want to learn,” Shroyer said. “I enjoyed
Matthew Shroyer demonstrates sign language by signing ASU.
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er shooters from universities from across the country.” At the end of March and the first of April every year, the ACUI host a national competition. It is common for the Rams to compete against Olympian students and the Rams are optimistic to be competing at such levels in the future. In the spring of 2016, the Rams competed and won the national tournament. After this success, the team also sent some players to the international competition, which hosts several events in the fall and one
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Sign Language class floods with participants in UC Free workshop taught by deaf sophomore
UCPC will set up a talent show students are encouraged to participate in whether their talents include music, magic, or something completely original. In order to be in the show, potential participants must audition on March 8-9 and be approved for the show. The only major requirements for someone to participate are: be a student or faculty member, fill out the proper forms provided by the UCPC and keep their performance school-appropriate. Yet, as one of the events that asks for volunteers, the annual Talent show seems to have mixed reception among stu-
dents. Some are eager to show their assorted talents while some only want to watch these performances. “I might do it, but I don’t know,” Andrea Mitani, freshman, said. “I might sing.” Auditions will be from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the University Center at the desk lobby and the forms students need to fill out will be available there. The actual show will be on March 17. The show will be open and free for anyone to watch. For students who want to be a professional performer of some kind, this may be a useful opportunity to practice their skills in front of a live audience. “I would get my drumset, but I guess I could play guitar,” Randy Lozano, freshman, said.
watching students signing for the first time.” Shroyer has previously taught ASL to students at several high schools. “Personally I wished there was a course at Angelo State,” Roxanna Torres, senior, said. “I really enjoyed the workshop.” Shroyer’s goal is to teach ASL as a language at high schools and colleges. “I think the classes are re-
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Photo Archives
Powerlifting club hauls in multiple first places Team prepared for nationals next month Rosanna Aguilera Staff Writer The Ram Powerlifting club competed in the 2017 Aggie Showdown competition on Feb. 19 in College Station and ended with multiple first place finishes and is looking toward nationals in the coming month. Caitlyn Buck, club president, said they compete at Texas A&M’s meet every February. “It is always a lot of fun,” Buck said. Buck said everyone did well and they had seven first place finishes and personal records set
by every lifter. Buck competed in the 63kg collegiate equipped to win first place and was also awarded best female equipped lifter. “Personally, I was really excited to both win my weight class as well as the overall best female equipped lifter award,” Buck said. Buck said the club will compete in the Collegiate Nationals meet in April. “Collegiate nationals is always an amazing event and we all love the opportunity to go and compete against the best lifters in the nation and repre-
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NEWS
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3.3.2017
Womens’ History Month events begin Inspirational ladies showcased in annual celebration Sara Gonzales Contributor The Multicultural Center is preparing for Women’s History Month, which will celebrate and educate students about several women throughout history, their accomplishments and contributions to society. “I appreciate that this isn’t really a man’s world anymore,” Robyn Simkins junior said. “There are still issues, but we’re moving up in the world and influencing groups to make sure our daughters can grow up in a world they’re proud to live in.” The celebration will consist of several events that will showcase women of ASU and women around the world. One of the events will center on the women of ASU and what they have accomplished through the university and outside of school.
Women who have achieved academic and research awards will be celebrated on March 30, and they will share their accomplishments with other students. The event is called Outstanding Women of ASU. “On March 8, we’ll be collaborating with the Girl Scouts and holding an event on campus,” Selene Corcino, student organizations manager graduate assistant, said. “We’ll also have several international students and women from ASU discussing the issues in their home country and offering food from their country.” Events for Women’s History Month will take place on campus and cover the history of the advocacy of women’s rights and the important figures in women’s history. “I feel it’s important that women get to be celebrated,” Corcino said. “Women who make history inspire other women, and it’s important that we teach the next generation about the various women who paved the way for us so someday, they can do the same.” Students attend these cel-
Photos from Ram Page Archives by Marsalis Mahome ebratory events because they and what they gained from gorelate and want to know more ing to school here.” Many educational celeabout the topics being disbrations are organized by cussed. “I will most likely attend the Multicultural Center and women of ASU day,” Simkins provide insight into different said. “Since I am going to people’s contributions society school here, I am curious to as well as celebrate ASU’s own learn about the impact alum- student body. “I think every major breakni has had on our community
SIGN page 1 ally convenient for people,” Kadeeja Lyons, junior, said. “The classes are in the late afternoons, which is also convenient for those who are working. The class was short, to the point and very interactive.” Those who attended the first workshop learned how to introduce themselves and sign their names. They learned words like you, name, nice, meet and what. “I am a beginner in ASL, I knew the basics like my name, sorry, please and thank you,” Torres said. “But
that is about it, and I learned that by watching ‘Switched at Birth,’ a show that incorporates ASL.” Lyons said she knew very little before she went to the class. “I would recommend this class to others,” Lyons said. “With only this one class that I attended, I have already learned so much.” For students considering the class, Shroyer said he would tell them that they will have fun learning from him. “I am teaching a visual language class, which means they must pay attention to me all
the time,” Shroyer said. ASU Student Disability Services and West Texas Interpreting Network, LLC are co-hosting the workshops. “I have been looking for an opportunity to offer a sign language awareness program for some time, and am excited that the opportunity finally came together,” said Dallas Swafford, director of Student Disability Services. Shroyer will teach the classes each Thursday from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. in the Multicultural Center Lobby until Apr. 27.
AUDITION page 1 This will be the 34th annual talent show at ASU. UCPC expects it to have as much student participation as it has in the past few years. Yet, there are many students who were not aware it existed, let alone if it was entertaining. Luckily, those who have participated or watched the event in
the past look back on it with a positive view. “I don’t have any talents,” Kane Peavy, senior and RA, joked. “But the show is really neat.” One of the new faces to this program will include Alex Haag, a freshman that is now in charge of the talent show. She is enthusiastic about the opportu-
nity. She intends to follow the same procedure the talent show has had the past few years, letting the students carry the show as they will so anxious students will not have any unnecessary pressure put on them. The main goal continues to be having fun.
through in American history deserves to be acknowledged and celebrated,” Simkins said. “The event is aimed at female students because we can relate most with Women’s History Month, but everyone can learn and enjoy events like this. It gives people the chance to grow.”
Events Calendar Friday 3/3
Tuesday 3/7
Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival All Day Daily (to March 4) ASU Auditorium, Modular Theatre, C.J. Davidson Center
Ram Family Scholarship Donation Table Noon-2 p.m. Lobby between Bank and Snack bar, UC
TEKE Week 4- 6:30 p.m. Campus Green
Wednesday 3/8
Baseball vs Eastern New Mexico University 6:30-9:30 p.m. Foster Field
Saturday 3/4 Baseball vs Eastern New Mexico 4-7 p.m. Foster Field TEKE Week 7-8:30 p.m. Centennial Village Sky Room
Sunday 3/5 Baseball vs Eastern New Mexico University 1-4 p.m. Foster Field
Monday 3/6 General Senate Meeting 7- 8 p.m. CJ Davidson Conference Center
UCPC: Crossroads Live Talent Show Auditions (2 Days) 10-2 p.m. March 8-9 UC Softball vs St. Mary’s University (TX) 4-6 p.m. Mayer Field Softball vs St. Mary’s University (TX) 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mayer Field
Thursday 3/9 Sign Language for Beginners 6 p.m. Weekly until April 27 UC ASU Symphony Orchestra: Masterworks Concert 7:30 p.m. University Auditorium
NEWS
3.3.2017 CLAY page 1 student, Colton Hewes, won the international trap event, giving the team its first international win within two years of its start. The organization is mostly self-funded. The students pay for their own equipment. However, the team has benefit shooting where they raise funds to help pay for their equipment as well as scholarships for high school students coming in. These funds are also used to help start local events for the members who do not travel to compete.
“I love the concept of clay target shooting and shooting just for the fun of it,” Neal said. “It’s still fun to go out and shoot and know that you’re getting better in your mind, getting better with yourself and getting better as compared to other people. It’s a different concept of leisure and competition all mixed into one, that I really like,” Neal said. The team is always taking new members. Those interested can contact Matthew Valdez through the email provided through the ASU site.
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Photos by Kaitlin Trujillo
Patrick Davis and Brooklyn Halfmann aim at claybirds. The Clay Target Team will be hosting Rams Reload Sporting Clay Shoot on May 20 to raise money for scholarships. The event will take place at the San Angelo Claybird Association.
Angelo Speaks
Photos by Marsalis Mahome
Carlos Andres Gomez performs original poems. Gomez is a New York native who was named the 2016 best diversity artist by Campus Activities Magazine.
Ram Page now accepting applications for 2017-2018 Editor-in-Chief
Maya Jones reads her poem “Just a Month.”
Students watch the Angelo Speaks poetry event. LIFT page 1
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sent Angelo State,” Buck said. Buck said she thinks they will do well at nationals and is positive for a strong finish from the team at this meet. “We have some really great lifters that I expect to see great things from at nationals and am really optimistic that we can bring home a couple of top three finishes this year,” Buck said. Buck said nationals will be held in Texas for the first time in a while in San Antonio. “It’ll be nice to not have to travel far and kind of be on our home turf,” Buck said. Buck said teammate Jerry Robertson was invited to compete on the US National Team at the Classic Bench Press World Championships this April. “He earned his honor by winning his division at the Bench Press National Cham-
pionship last September,” Buck said. Buck said Robertson will compete in the Junior 120kg division against people from around the world. In the Aggie competition for the women, sophomore Kali Mendez placed second in the 63kg collegiate equipped. For the men in the collegiate equipped, junior Josh Williams (83kg) got first place, senior Donald Baker (93kg) first place and junior James Meador (120kg) first place. For the men’s collegiate raw, junior Ethan Coulter (93kg) won second place and senior Carlos Ochoa (120+kg) first place. Senior Eddie Zapata got first in the 120kg push/pull and freshman Nathaniel Guzman also received first in the 120+kg Teen 3 raw.
3.3.2017
FEATURES
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Sigma Tau Delta plans writing portal for students Program to aid users from classwork to personal works Zelenia Vasquez Volunteer Sigma Tau Delta, national honor society for English majors/minors, needs student voices to start a writing webpage. “Dr. Musgrove called a meeting of English majors in September of 2016, and asked for suggestions of things we would like to see happen,” Sigma Tau Delta President Bonnie Kennedy said. “It was suggested at the time that student writers would like to have way to share their original work and get feedback from their peers.” At this meeting, there were several ideas given out on what the writing tool would be. “One possibility we discussed was the creation of an online writing portal to which students could upload their work, and have a discussion board for other students to comment and critique,” Ken-
nedy said. This site will allow students to be able to not only submit English class assignments but all types of writing. “Ideally, the site will have a separate folder for each genre, such as fiction, poetry, non-fiction (journalism), technical, and theatre, and each folder will have its own discussion board or blog,” Kennedy said. Those in Sigma Tau Delta have been informing students about this project. “I sent out a letter through Dr. Musgrove to all English majors and about 10-15 responded that they are interested,” Kennedy said. When asked about this writing portal, students responded that they would like to have a resource that will allow them to interact with one another on writing assignments. “I would like to see it created,” freshman Sarah Adame said. “It will be helpful to everyone because it is convenient for students who cannot make it to the writing center or have limited time.” The writing center only sees
Photo by Rebekah Wortham
Cora Bishoppetty, freshman, reads a poem at the Sigma Tau Delta annual poetry reading located in the University Center Starbucks. Sigma Tau Delta holds the poetry reading once every month. and gives feedback over one paragraph from a whole writing assignment. “I feel that it is not enough because you cannot tell how good an essay is by just one paragraph,” Adame said. “You need to read the whole thing to understand it and see how it is as a whole.” Students are looking for-
ward to this writing webpage because it will be other students taking their time to look over their work and critique it before turning it in. “Seeing the fact that someone actually took the time to read through and make helpful corrections to the essay is good,” Adame said. To know more about this
writing portal contact Sigma Tau Delta President Bonnie Kennedy at bkennedy3@angelo.edu “The goal is to help create a strong student writing community on the ASU campus that will attract students from every department,” Kennedy said.
Center for Human Performance hosts classes UREC offers variety of free fitness programs Patrick Fleming Staff Writer The University Recreation branch is currently hosting the Ram-X Fitness Classes which consist of 14 different classes. These classes vary in difficulty, such as relaxation yoga that focuses on giving students a more peaceful environment and others like High Intensity Interval Training, or H.I.I.T., which provides students with a difficult workout. For some, it can be a way of cooling down after a stressful day of classes. “I’ve done some before but I like this one because it’s more relaxing,” Ashey Perales junior said, about Relaxation Yoga. “[After] work, after school, it’s nice to just come and unwind, do yoga with friends and not
Rosanna Aguliera Staff Writer Students discussed the new RamPort design and said it was an improvement, though some students don’t get on the website too often. Freshman Walker Whitten said he gets on RamPort “quite often.” “I think the new design of it is really good,” Whitten said. “I feel like it’s easier for current students and can be easier for incoming students.” Whitten said he liked that Blackboard and the ASU email were easily accessible in the top right corner of the page. “Honestly, that’s about all I use,” Whitten said. “I hav-
think about school and stress.” The Ram-X has been dedicated to helping students maintain a healthy lifestyle since 2003. Starting with four to six classes each week, the organization has grown to include 20 to 22 different classes each week, including rock-wallclimbing, which was started this semester and has received positive student feedback. These classes are taught by a group of teachers hired by the UREC. They receive training from UREC. “[The students] get really involved,” Trent Copeland, H.I.I.T. trainer, said. “The first couple of classes, they struggle a bit, but steadily start to see improvement. I love it. It’s a lot of fun, probably one of my favorite classes actually.” Even classes with a dedication to a difficult workout like this one have people of all physical types eased into the
process so no one accidentally gets hurt or finds themselves overwhelmed with the experience. The classes take place each week from Monday to Friday with most of them taking place in either the late afternoon or early in the night. This is to ensure that these classes avoid taking place at the same time as most students’ classes. “I believe all of the classes are so different that if I were to attend any of them, I would definitely receive a good workout,” Jodi Jackson, assistant director of fitness for UREC. “I’m so passionate about health and fitness that I love to teach my new instructors every class so they will be well rounded in their teaching.” These classes take place in the Ben Kelly Center for Human Performance building on campus and are open to all students at ASU.
en’t really explored the whole page.” Senior Kallee Spurlin said she also gets on RamPort two to three times a day. “I really like the new design,” Spurlin said. “It is more user friendly and it was definitely time for a facelift.” Spurlin said she thinks it’s going to take everyone some time to “relearn” where some items are at. “We will just adjust to the changes quickly,” Spurlin said. Spurlin said she likes that the most commonly used options have shortcuts on the homepage as well. Freshman Efren Leija said he gets on RamPort often too. “I really like the new design, though some parts are pretty confusing,” Leija said.
Freshman Alexandra Haag said she does not get on it very often except when she has to put her work hours in. However, Haag said she did like the new design. “I feel like it’s easier to use and not as cluttered as the old version,” Haag said. Haag said she has not found anything wrong with the site yet. Freshman Braden Cox said he also does not get in Ramport much. “I’m not familiar with the new design,” Cox said. Cox said he mainly just gets on Blackboard. For the most part, whether the students got on the site often or not, they said they liked the new design.
Photos by Rebekah Worthham
Students do power yoga in the University Recreation Fitness class. The yoga class is offered on Tuesdays at four.
Students participate in the UREC Crucible using Bosu balls. The Bosu Ball is used to increase stability in workouts.
Students participate in the University Recreation Crucible. The Crucible had in total 90 minutes of workout, testing flexibility, agility, strength and endurance.
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OPINION
3.3.2017
Displaced students Staff Editorial Last month, students were forced to either pay $500 or switch rooms due to their roommate(s) leaving. A student’s roommate leaving has nothing to do with the remaining student; they have no control over it. The semester had already started so students shouldn’t be moving in addition to going to class and working. The beginning of a new semester can be hard with adjusting to a brand new schedule, having to move for no good reason can harm students academically with the additional stress. Both options cause the displaced students stress as they either have to come up with $500 or move to a new room or even residence hall. It’s hard getting a dorm set up and families usually help with this during move in days. Once a student is told they must move or pay, they are pretty much on their own. Having to move an entire room is disastrous, even if it is just as few doors down, and moving to a new residence hall is even worse when cou-
pled with the other responsibilities of said students. The students paid for the room they are in; they did their part and are being punished for something they can’t control. It is understandable why students would have to pay for a private room, but if they began the semester assuming they would have a roommate, it’s unreasonable to penalize them. If they wanted a room to themselves to begin with, then it would be reasonable. Doubling up isn’t the issue. If new students begin college in the spring they could be placed with those students whose roommates have since left. Everyone knows how expensive college is. The housing staff should understand this and not have students fork over more money or relocate because their roommate decided to leave. Students should be able to stay where they are put when the semester begins and not be displaced due to circumstances they can’t control.
Alana Edgin Editor- in-Chief Why are so many people born in March? Seriously, it’s ridiculous. My parents and my brother’s birthday are in the same two week period. Birthday shopping is so difficult, especially when you are a broke college girl who should save money. Now, shopping for three people is hard enough, but I have to add my boyfriend to the mix. His birthday is Feb. 26. So now, three weeks of birthdays. Wait, there is one more. My fantastic roommate, I just discovered, on March 15. I’m one of those people who always buy birthday presents for the people I’m close to.
You can’t get much closer than family, the roommate and my boyfriend. For the past three years, I’ve had to shop for my family and my boyfriend. If my family was classic and boring, this wouldn’t be a problem. I could give them giftcards, or something basic. But that’s not how my family works. Giftcards as presents are lame. We Edgins have to be cool and find THE gift. Not just any gift, but the gift that will stun them with joy. We must be the best gift givers. It’s necessary to find the perfect thing. So imagine having this driving need to find the perfect gift but being broke. And it gets even more complicated. My dad and brother Ben are crazy difficult to shop for. Dad isn’t a nerd. He just barely got interested in Pokémon because of Pokémon GO and he’s a basketball coach. I usually have a general idea of what to get him, but this time has been tough. Last year I found a personalized basketball board on Etsy, and it was perfect. The angels sang to me when I found it.
Ben is about to graduate. He is also into gaming, Pokémon, and… yeah he never gives suggestions for his birthday. I actually had to ask him what he wanted this year. I had to give up. Shame on me. My boyfriend is usually easy to shop for. He told me exactly what he wanted, so that was easy. Mom is usually easy to shop for. She’s an English teacher who loves to read, a Harry Potter fan and so on. Also, happy birthday Mom! My roommate is a wonderful nerd (yeah Emily, I said it). She’s into all the fandoms, so all I have to do for her present is go to Hot Topic. The problem here is going to Hot Topic. I love that store and find so many cool things. I must not buy the whole store. Overall, I think I’ve done pretty well this time thanks to Etsy. I bought three of the birthday presents and got myself something for only $100 total. Basically $25 a gift, and they look cool. I love all my birthday people. I just wish I had the money to buy everyone the perfect gift.
Coherent Insanity: Road Rage
Patrick Fleming Staff Writer I have not had my license for long, but it would appear to me that most people are horrible at driving. Unless, of course, you are me, so I thought I would give you all a guide to how to drive like a champion. *NOTE FROM THE RAM
PAGE, PATRICK PLEASE STOP DOING THESE “HOW TO” ARTICLES. PEOPLE CAN GET HURT* 1.) Honk at literally everyone: The horns were made for a very good reason, which is to gain people’s attention and keep them on their toes. When you honk at someone, you are making sure that their attention is not drawn to something else or to wake them up when they are sleeping, like I do when I am driving. You are showing that you care and that you do not want them to get hurt. Unless, of course, you are angry at someone. Then you will have to beep even harder while yelling at them, using
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insults you made up on the fly that help reflect the darker side of your soul. 2.) Drive on the sidewalk: sometimes the road has too many cars on it, but you know where there are not any cars? The sidewalk. Before you feel guilty, you should realize that it can be very helpful for any joggers you may come across. Nothing really motivates you to run faster than a giant, metal beast chasing you at a speed of 120 miles an hour and yes, you will be driving 120 miles an hour. 3.) Do tricks whenever possible: now this one requires more skill and practice, but I assure you, it is far more rewarding.
Cars were made to do more than just driving. Why else would they have airbags or seat belts? Because of this, it is really an insult to never launch yourself 20-30 feet into the air while doing backflips at least once. DO NOT GO JUMP 31 FEET IN THE AIR. THAT IS DANGEROUS! 4.) Have a car chase: whether it is because you are after the man who killed your father or someone who might have cut you off in traffic, at some point in everyone’s life, they will find themselves in some sort of car chase. This is fine. In fact, many drivers consider it a rite of passage.
Unless, of course, you are the one being chased by the police for the multitude of traffic laws you are breaking, then it is okay to freak out. Yes, even though launching your car 30 feet in the air while at a stop light is incredible, it is generally looked down upon by police. 5.) FLY: only true masters of driving can really do this one right. Like I said, I am only a beginner, so I would not be able to tell you exactly how, but I am pretty sure it has something to do with taping wings on the sides of your car and believing hard enough.
Short on Everything Sacrificing for Lent Patrick Fleming Cartoonist
Student Spotlight
WHAT DID YOU NAME YOUR CAR?
Jordan Anderson Sophomore “My first car was named Emily after my ex-girlfriend. She used to break down all the time.” Derreck Sicola Junior “Mine’s The Red Dragon because it’s red.”
Katie Chapman Senior “My car’s name is Old Man because it takes him awhile to get going and he squeals.” Kassandra Acosta Freshman “Bentley because he looks like a Bentley. I really want a Bentley.”
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SPORTS
3.3.2017
Baseball, Softball continue win streaks
Photos by Kaitlin Trujillo
Zach Fleet, senior, follows through with his swing as designated hitter against SE Oklahoma State. Fleet had two RBIs that game.
Photos by Rebekah Wortham
Brandy Marlett pitches against Texas A&M International. Marlett had nine strikeouts that game.
Steven Pinales, senior, rounds second and heads to third base.
Jacob Boston, junior, swings at a pitch during the last game of the Rams’ series against LCU. Boston is leading the Lone Star Conference in home runs.
Brooke Mangold, junior, prepares for the pitch from A&M International.
The Belle Softball team greets Karina Rocha, freshman, as she crosses home plate.
Stat leaders: Basketball
Ram Basketball
Belle Basketball
Next game: Fighting to stay alive in the LSC tournament as of March 1. If they lose, they are out.
Next game: Fighting to stay alive in the LSC tournament as of March 1. If they lose, they are out. Record as of March 1: 15-4 conference, 22-4 overall
Record as of March 1: 7-11 conference, 15-11 overall Stat leaders as of March 1:
Stat leaders as of March 1:
Field goals: 145 out of 363 – Quay King, senior guard Free throws: 90 out of 117 – King Three pointers: 92 out of 151 – King Lead scorer: 472 – King
Field goals: 178 out of 374 – Taylor Dorsey, senior guard Free throws: 82 out of 103 – Jasmine Prophet, senior post Three pointers: 29 out of 63– Christina Robinson, senior point guard Lead scorer: 461 – Dorsey
Offensive rebounds: 57 – Thomas Tshikaya, senior forward Defensive rebounds: 157 – Tshikaya
Offensive rebounds: 61 – Prophet Defensive rebounds: 123 – Lexi Murphy, senior guard
Assists: 68 – Prince Foster, senior guard Steals: 27 – Prince Foster and Devonte’ Pratt, senior guard Blocks: 33 – Justin Hollins, senior forward
Overall points for team: 2,068 for the season Overall turnovers: 482
Assists: 107 – Dorsey Steals: 53 – Dorsey Blocks: 44 – Prophet
The Belles are ranked 2nd in the NCAA.
Overall points for team: 2,109 for the season Overall turnovers: 357
On the road updates:
Ram Track & Field Trinity Open on Feb. 25
Belle Track & Field Trinity Open on Feb. 25
Next meet: March 9 in NCAA Div. 2 Indoor Championships
Next meet: March 9 in NCAA Div. 2 Indoor Championships
Track: Sophomore Deondre Wiltshire - 2nd in 100 meters with a time of 10.82. Freshman Nicholas King - 3rd in 400 meters with a time of 49.35. Junior Austin Watson - 2nd in 800 meters with a time of 1:58.81 Freshman Zach Cabrera - 1st in 5,000 meters with a time of 15:19.19. Sophomore Ayodeji Adedokyn - 3rd in 110 meter hurdles with a time of 15.25, 1st in 400 meter hurdles at 54.79. Freshman William Calvert - 3rd in 400 meter hurdles with a time of 55.83. 4x400 Relay team - 1st at 3:17.38
Track: Senior Jasmine Sillemon - 1st in 100 meters with a time of 12.27, 1st in 200 meters at 25.15. Senior Shadonna Hunter - 3rd in 200 meters with a time of 25.56. Junior Hayley Wilson - 1st in 400 meters with a time of 58.39. Junior Kelsey Warren - 3rd in 800 meters with a time of 2:24.37. Freshman Galeria Gandera - 3rd in the 1,500 meters with a time of 4:51.81. Freshman Jordan Dennis - 2nd in 100 meter hurdles with a time of 15.48. Sophomore Jordan Nash - 1st in 400 meter hurdles with a time of 1:03.54. Junior Ashley Dendy - 2nd in 400 meter hurdles with a time of 1:06.45. Freshman Natalie Schulz - 3rd in 400 meter hurdles with a time of 1:06.72. 4x400 Relay team - 1st at 3:59.48
Field: Graduate Axel Jacquesson - 2nd in high jump with a height of 2.05 meters. Freshman Trivett Jones - 1st in pole vault with a height of 4.85 meters. Senior Aaron Dixon - 2nd in pole vault with a height of 4.55 meters. Sophomore Peniel Richard - 1st in long jump with a distance of 6.76 meters. Freshman Michael Rodriguez - 1st in triple jump with a distance of 14.12 meters. Junior Robert Emerick - 1st in shot put with a throw of 15.40 meters. Senior Ryan Burge - 2nd in shot put with a throw of 15.01 meters. Junior Mason Myrick - 2nd in discus with a throw of 48.04 meters. Freshman Nils Fischer - 1st in javelin with a throw of 66.66 meters.
The Rams and Belles Track and Field will send 10 of their athletes to the NCAA Division 2 Indoor Championships. Those atheletes are: Kami Norton, Jasmine Sillemon, Adrine Monagi, Trenadey Scott, Ayodeji Adedokyn, Isaac Marquez, Luis Perez, Peniel Richard, Edward Simmons and Kenneth Turner.
Field: Junior Kaitlin Lumpkins - 1st in high jump with a height of 1.65 meters. Senior Celsey Randolf - tied for 1st in pole vault with a height of 3.45 meters. Sophomore Taytum Morris - tied for 1st in pole vault with a height of 3.45 meters. Hunter - 1st in long jump with a height of 5.76 meters. Freshman Trenadey Scott - 2nd in long jump with a height of 5.59 meters, 1st in triple jump with a distance of 11.99 meters. Freshman Hayley Polk - 3rd in long jump with a height of 5.50 meters. Freshman Ericka Hernandez - 1st in shot put with a throw of 13.35 meters, 3rd in discus at 41.74. Freshman Daisy Osakue - 1st in discus with a throw of 54.74 meters. Senior Amber Graham - 2nd in discus with a throw of 44.33 meters. Dendy - 1st in javelin with a throw of 36.52 meters. Senior Emma Thompson - 2nd in javelin with a throw of 34.54 meters.