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Boca Helping Hands and FAU Held Hunger Cereal Drive

FAU MBA Sport Management Climbs in World Rankings

You are not alone: How to raise awareness during suicide prevention month

The Fuller Center Wee Dream Ball Will Celebrate Agency’s 50th Anniversary

Boca Raton Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for Nov. 14 The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Boca Raton residents to join the ﬁght to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday, Nov. 14. While last year’s event was mainly virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alzheimer’s Association is moving forward with plans to host this year’s Boca Raton Walk to End Alzheimer’s in person. Walk Director Stefanie Mardar noted that the health and safety of participants, staff and volunteers remain the Association’s top priorities. Continued on Page 14

Public commenters at school board meetings unsupportive of mask mandates By: Gillian Manning Palm Beach County School District is one of several districts to defy Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ban on mandatory mask-wearing, members of the public have been voicing their concerns over this decision. Throughout the Sept. 22 meeting, the majority of public commenters were unsupportive of the current mask mandate. Continued on Page 3

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• Palm Beach County School District is one of several districts to defy Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ban on mandatory mask-wearing, members of the public have been voicing their concerns over this decision. Throughout the Sept. 22 meeting, the majority of public commenters were unsupportive of the current mask mandate. • Boca Helping Hands (BHH), in collaboration with the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Athletics and Cereal4All, commemorated September’s Hunger Action Month by holding the Tackle Hunger Cereal Drive during the FAU vs. Georgia Southern football game on September 11 at FAU Stadium. The event collected 316 pounds of cereal for BHH. Those who donated one or more cereal boxes got into the game for free. • Florida Atlantic University’s MBA Sport Management program improved by 11 spots in a ranking of the world’s Top 40 postgraduate sport management degrees. FAU moved to No. 19 for 2021 from No. 30 last year and was one of only three Florida universities included in the rankings by Sport Business, a London-based global intelligence service. • As comic book fans ﬂock to Florida Supercon today, a new comic book will be unveiled to honor the real-life heroes who voluntarily donate blood stem cells and bone marrow to save the lives of patients battling blood cancer. Entitled “The Call,” the digital comic book is created by Gift of Life Marrow Registry in collaboration with cartoonist Angus Cameron. Fans attending the convention may visit Gift of Life booth #411 for a direct download of the comic book and the opportunity to join the registry. • September is a month known for its suicide prevention. However, suicide prevention is not limited to one month. Suicide is considered the tenth leading cause of death in the country according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Despite this, many people prefer not to talk about suicide or mental health. Talking about mental health or having suicidal thoughts has been a taboo topic for years, but it shouldn’t

be. • Students from Delray Beach’s Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) are lighting up New York City’s Times Square in an ad campaign for Microsoft Teams featuring tennis star Coco Gauff. The campaign started running in Times Square during the U.S. Open and it will run through September 27. • Laughing Spree Fest 2021 comes to Boca Raton, FL December 3-4, 2021, put tickets on-sale starting at sixty-ﬁve dollars to see major stand-up comedy acts and leading Florida DJs, as well as experience a variety of “Villages” on-site at the venue. The event recently announced top touring comics, Jim Norton and Bryan Callen on the line-up last month in addition to many other comedians, and more major talent announcements are coming in September. Laughing Spree Fest is a multi-media, immersive comedy, music and art festival supporting national charities and community groups at Sunset Cove Amphitheater with over twenty performers and artists. • The National Society of Arts & Letters of Florida will hold their long-awaited annual Star Maker Awards on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 6:30 pm at The Wick Theatre and Costume Museum in Boca Raton. Boca Ballet Theatre’s Co-Artistic Directors Jane Tyree and Dan Guin will be the recipients of the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Guests will also be treated to performances by the Society’s talented National and Local scholarship and competition winners. Tickets are $250 per person and include a sumptuous 3-course dinner and open bar. Learn more at www.NSALFlorida. org/events. • The Fuller Center will hold its Annual Wee Dream Ball, the organization’s signature fundraiser, on Friday, December 3 from 6 to 11 p.m. at Boca West Country Club. Event co-chairs are Fuller Center Board President Simone Spiegel and Foundation Board President Peg Anderson, with fellow Fuller Center Board members Hiromi Printz and David Clark serving as Honorary Chairs.

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COMMUNITY Public commenters at school Boca Helping Hands and FAU Held Hunger Cereal Drive board meetings unsupportive of mask mandates

By: Gillian Manning Palm Beach County School District is one of several districts to defy Gov. Ron DeSantis’ ban on mandatory mask-wearing, members of the public have been voicing their concerns over this decision. Throughout the Sept. 22 meeting, the majority of public commenters were unsupportive of the current mask mandate. Several members of the public stated that, due to the lack of an opt-out option, the district was breaking the law. DeSantis’ executive order requires that school districts provide an opt-out option for mask mandates. PBC Schools Superintendent Mike Burke initially provided an opt-out option but reversed his decision a few days later. Broward, Alachua, MiamiDade, and other counties have also defied the governor’s order. PBC parents who elected to opt-out their children were required to send a signed note on the first day of school. In August, Leon County Circuit Judge John C. Cooper ruled that DeSantis’ executive order was an unconstitutional overstep of authority and that school districts should have power in local decision making. The appeals court decided to reinstate DeSantis’ ban in September. At August’s monthly meeting, the PBC chairman, Frank Barbieri, was attempting to announce meeting safety measures when an unidentified member of the public began to shout and was eventually escorted out of the room. As Wednesday’s meeting began, Barbieri said, “This board has sat here courteously listening with civility to public speakers despite many of the speakers acting without civility and being discourteous to the board and district staff. This board will not tolerate that kind of behavior.” Barbieri explained that there was a separate room available for members of the public who would prefer to remain maskless during the meeting. People were able to

address the School Board directly from the separate room through a Zoom call. Meeting attendees who chose to stay in the main room were instructed to keep their masks over their nose and mouth. One self-identified mother accused the board and the district’s teachers of bullying her child for not wearing a mask. “This insanity cannot go on forever,” she said. A woman who identified herself as Sandy Sullivan said, “Let all the parents in here have the option to mask their children. This is absolutely ridiculous. How can you have moments of silence to yourselves? What are your souls doing?” Sullivan was referring to the moment of silence held by the board in memory of seven district employees and teachers who have died in the past several months. While in the mask-required room, she pulled off her mask and shouted a profane word, behavior that was described by Barbieri as unacceptable at the beginning of the meeting. Barbieri requested that Sullivan’s microphone be muted and asked her to remember that children were watching the meeting. The crowd booed. Three children spoke at the meeting, also voicing support for an opt-out option. Burke and Barbieri did not discuss potential changes to the mandate during the meeting. Commenters also accused the board of hypocrisy. Multiple speakers carried a printed-out photo featuring Board Member Alexandria Ayala, maskless, at a gala hosted by the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County on Sept. 18. “COVID is, in fact, an intelligent virus. It knows the difference between a classroom and a dance floor at the Breakers… This virus is so smart that if you’re an elected official pushing an agenda to force masks and vaccinate children, you can break your own directives, ignoring CDC guidelines, and live life freely during these ‘dire times,’” one commenter said.

Boca Helping Hands (BHH), in collaboration with the Florida Atlantic University (FAU) Athletics and Cereal4All, commemorated September’s Hunger Action Month by holding the Tackle Hunger Cereal Drive during the FAU vs. Georgia Southern football game on September 11 at FAU Stadium. The event collected 316 pounds of cereal for BHH. Those who donated one or more cereal boxes got into the game for free. “We love partnering with Luke and Jett, who have become household names in Boca Raton,” said Greg Hazle, Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands. “We’re happy that FAU provided the perfect venue for our community to participate while having some fun and even happier that they got to celebrate an Owls victory. A win all around!” Cereal4All was started by twin brothers Jett and Luke Justin of Boca Raton,

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now 13 years old. After volunteering at Boca Helping Hands with their parents, Jett and Luke discovered that cereal is one of the least donated items to food banks. So they organized their first cereal drive for BHH at their school in 2016 when they were just eight years old. The boys have since expanded the program to 10 more schools in the area. FAU’s Community Service Club was the first college organization to participate in Cereal4All, and they collected more than 400 pounds of cereal in April. In addition, club members volunteered on game day to collect cereal and hand out free football game tickets. For more ways to get involved during Hunger Action Month, visit BocaHelpingHands.org/HungerActionMonth to explore volunteer opportunities, food drives, fundraisers, and educational information.

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FAU MBA Sport Management Climbs in World Rankings

Florida Atlantic University’s MBA meaningful careers in the highly competiSport Management program improved by tive sports industry. I am also pleased that 11 spots in a ranking of the world’s Top 40 the state of Florida has three of the Top 20 programs -- USF, UCF and FAU.” postgraduate sport management degrees. Riordan has FAU m ove d more than 25 years to No. 19 for 2021 of experience in from No. 30 last FAU moved to No. 19 sport, event, facility year and was one of and entertainment only three Florida for 2021 from No. 30 management. He universities includlast year and was one was the former chair ed in the rankings of FAU’s Athletic by Sport Business, of only three Florida Advisory Board and a London-based currently is chair of global intelligence universities included the FAU Institutionservice. in the rankings by al Performance subSport Business committee. said the current Sport Business, a To a u g m e n t rankings are based London-based global classroom instrucon two surveys, one tion, he regularly by course officials intelligence service. organizes presentaand the other by tions for the MBA alumni who gradSport students, atuated in 2018. In compiling the rankings, the company also tracting celebrities, coaches and execuworked more closely with an eight-person tives. Recent speakers include: Lane Kifadvisory board that suggested tweaks to the fin, current head football coach at Ole Miss scoring, with increased weight given to stu- and former FAU football coach; former Duke University women’s basketball coach dents’ salaries. “The 2021 ranking is a true testament Joanne P. McCallie; and Richard Krezwick, to the outstanding quality and professional renowned stadium and arena executive, forachievement of the members of the class mer president of the New Jersey Devils, of 2018,” said James Riordan, Ph.D., di- and executive vice president of the Bosrector of FAU’s MBA Sport Management ton Bruins. FAU MBA Sport alumni who have program. “These individuals were among the top students ever to earn their degrees been hired to prominent positions infrom us. Their actions always spoke louder clude: Jared Romance, assistant director of championships for the Atlantic Coast than their words.” FAU’s sport management program, Conference; Stephen Minichiello, manager founded by Riordan in 2000, never has fin- of corporate marketing for the Pittsburgh ished lower than No. 30 in Sport Business’ Penguins; and Rachel Rodriguez, director of student-athlete development/life skills world rankings. “We are delighted with this recognition for East Carolina University. “We have so many great alums occuof our MBA Sport Management program,” said Daniel Gropper, Ph.D., dean of FAU’s pying top-tier executive positions, and our College of Business. “With his great indus- degree has played a pivotal role in the protry partners, Dr. James Riordan has built a fessional success of these individuals,” top-notch degree that prepares students for Riordan said. September 24 - September 30, 2021

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Connect to Greatness is a Finalist in the State Farm Neighborhood Grant Program and Needs Your Votes Connect to Greatness is a Finalist in the State Farm Neighborhood Grant Program and Needs Your Votes As the Trayvon Martin killing and the snuffing of other black boy’s lives kept dominating the news, Cassondra Corbin-Thaddies found herself asking how she could ensure the safety of her two teenage boys and their preparedness for the brutal world that awaits them. She looked around her community for an organization that was addressing the pervasive negative stereotypes cast on the young African American and black boys, to no avail. So, she decided to start her own. “I was watching everything that was happening to our boys, and I was crazy, overwhelmed with emotions about that,” CorbinThaddies said. “I was really struggling with how to have a conversation, how to feel about it and how our boys felt about it as well.” Corbin-Thaddies said she knew she could not be alone: there had to be some single mothers around who felt the same. So, she and her husband, Andre, rallied a handful of black men, shared her vision and they launched Connect to Greatness five years ago from their living room. Now, the nonprofit, which serves middle school boys from Boca Raton to Lantana, is poised to win $25,000 in a grant to further

Corbin-Thaddies’ cause in her community. The State Farm Review Committee selected Connect to Greatness as one of 200 ﬁnalists across the country for the company’s Neighborhood Assist grant. The top 40 organizations with the most votes will win a $25,000 grant to help their communities. A recent State Farm research study found that one-quarter of grant respondents say they are “extremely” or “very” involved in trying to improve their neighborhood and six out of 10 are trying to improve their neighborhood in some capacity. “This program is all about building stronger neighborhoods together,” Rasheed Merritt, assistant vice president at State Farm, said in a release. Voting began on Thursday and anyone, 18 and older with a valid email address, have until 11:59 p.m. ET on August 27 to help C2G receive the grant. During the 10 voting days, individuals are encouraged to vote up to 10 times daily. The link to vote for Connect to Greatness, Inc.’s Boys to Men Leadership Academy is www.NeighborhoodAssist.com/entry/2040081. Winners will be announced on September 29th. Corbin-Thaddies said the money will be used to enhance the Leadership Academy,

which meets on Thursdays for 90 minutes over 30 weeks. The academy’s coaches are black men who serve as sounding boards for the boys. Each boy knows he can “call coach at any time.” The coaches provide gems to navigate the reality of this world, something many mothers cannot do. “When my child walks out the door for school, I have a lot of things that I am concerned about,” Corbin-Thaddies said. “When my child turns 15, we should be excited about driving. That’s not necessarily so for many kids. “So, how do we as moms give our kids the rites of passage, child-to-teenage experiences, without laying on them our fears?” she added. While the boys are in their “self-discovery sessions”, their mothers or guardians are in a nearby room, being empowered to support their sons’ success. Parent Teneka King considers it a blessing to have King Bridgett, 15, in the program, where he is learning “the fundamentals of life as a man.” C2G also partners with local experts who address any mental health and social and emotional challenges as well as provide ﬁnancial literacy education. The sessions are a very valuable conduit

between parent and child, she added. “[The boys] may not tell the mothers everything, but they have the coaches, they have their mentors, and they can speak to them about anything,” said King, whose son is in his third year in the program. “It creates an easier transition for them to speak to moms about certain things, such as schools, sports, girls or other things going on in their lives.” Board member Ricky Petty concurred. He said it is so important for young black boys, especially those from single-headed households, to have positive black role models to emulate. The organization provides exposure by taking the boys to city commission meetings and one-on-one meetings with the Boynton Beach chief of police, the superintendent of Palm Beach County school district, ﬁreﬁghters, and other black men in leadership positions to show them “positive black men doing positive things.” “I had the pleasure of watching them develop and grow up and to hear their success stories, it is a beautiful thing,” said Petty, who has been on the board since its inception. “Connect to Greatness is something that’s badly needed in our community.” To learn more about Connect to Greatness, visit C2Ginc561@gmail.com.

POSITIVE LIVING By: Dr. Synesio Lyra

What You Need for Whatever You Attempt! When you succeed at much, or at everything that you attempt, when you complete a great deal that’s on your wish list, the more likely explanation is probably found in a simple word, provided by the dictionary. And that word is known as personal “initiative.” This applies to the things you plan for yourself, and even more for what can impact many! Always remember that you alone must go after the things you need and/or desire; only you can measure them. It’s you, and nobody else, that can determine with precision what you are after. The responsibilSeptember 24 - September 30, 2021

ity is solely yours to do everything necessary to secure what you know to be within your reach. Thus, don’t pass the buck, neither blame anybody else when such things don’t get done! Once your objectives are clearly established, you need the initiative to proceed with all that’s necessary to arrive at the projected destination that will grant you what you desire, in the manner you want it, and with the characteristics you expect to ﬁnd. Don’t just pronounce the word “initiative” but fulﬁll the demands that this term dictates!

Although initiatives will originate in your heart and mind, remember also that no one can do it all completely alone. But cooperatively, great projects can get off the ground, advance, and make an indelible difference for the good of countless others! Moreover, initiative is something that should not be limited to one time only, or one project alone; it can and often should be perpetuated ceaselessly, especially when others shall unquestionably beneﬁt from your efforts! In whatever you attempt, always re-

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member that human need is ever present everywhere, and it increases much faster than it can be contained. Furthermore, what originates in a human heart, can also advance into neighborhoods, families, districts, cities, states, nations, and so on throughout the entire world. Whatever begins simply, and small, has the potential of developing into something of enormous import, to advance a cause, to pioneer a new community project, to impact a large number of people and communities which can beneﬁt from what is being accomplished.

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From the Desk of Commissioner Robert S Weinroth With the recent uptick in positive COVID-19 cases, several new public vaccines and testing sites have been opened. This is in addition to the widely available commercial pharmacies, doctors’ offices, and other public health sites. The following public health sites are open seven days a week from 9AM to 7PM, and no appointments are required. All vaccines and testing services are free. Mid-County Senior Center – main auditorium (walk-up) 3980 Lake Worth Rd Palm Springs FL 33461 South County Civic Center (drive-thru) 16700 Jog Rd Delray Beach FL 33446 Palm Beach County Gardens Branch Library (drive-thru) 11303 Campus Dr Palm Beach Gardens FL 33410 The Department of Health COVID-19 Call Center is available 24/7 at 866.779.6121 or email: COVID-19@flhealth.gov. Local businesses and organizations can schedule an onsite mobile vaccination clinic through the HCD’s website (www.hcdpbc. org) by clicking the purple “Mobile Clinic Vaccination & Community Event Request” button. Building safety update The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners received an update from building officials on the development of a building recertification program. The following are some of the proposed recommendations under consideration: Initial notices will be sent to buildings (11,000 sq. ft. or more, 25 years or older, located east of I-95) stating that the property is subject to inspection. Notices will be sent between October and December. Property owners will have three months to return their structural and electrical checklist to the county and another six months to make repairs related to issues that “pose an immediate threat to life safety”. The inspection is not intended to review the original designs of buildings unless there is apparent overloading or significant deterioration of important structural elements. Local cities would have to adopt the program and may adapt it accordingly. Additionally, municipalities are recommending the program go beyond threshold buildings and include structures that are two or three stories. Last month, the county building and fire-rescue departments sent letters to property owners, encouraging safety inspections

for buildings 25 years or older or waterproofing inspections for younger buildings to identify and remediate deterioration. The working group will continue to meet and broaden to include structural engineers, insurance industry representatives, condominium lawyers, and realtors to generate a comprehensive program in the near future. Monoclonal antibody therapy The state of Florida opened a new monoclonal antibody therapy treatment site at Westgate Park and Recreation Center at 3691 Oswego Ave in West Palm Beach, offering services seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The treatment is available at no cost to individuals 12 years of age or older who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or exposed to someone with COVID-19 and are at high risk for severe illness and hospitalization. To make an appointment, call (850) 3449637. Nonprofit highlight: Vets Helping Heroes Twenty-two percent of veterans suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or major depression. Consequently, Vets Helping Heroes, a non-profit located in Boca Raton, provides professionally trained assistance dogs to military heroes with psychological and physical injuries. These special dogs are trained to carry/ retrieve items, open doors, and even sense a seizure before it happens, enabling our veterans to return to a self-reliant life. All of the services are provided at no cost to the veteran. The nonprofit was founded in 2007 by Irwin Strovoff, a highly decorated WWII veteran and liberated Prisoner of War, and it has changed the lives of many retired veterans. To learn more about Vets Helping Heroes, call (561) 927-8387. Hurricane resources Our hurricane season has become extremely active. Please take some time to prepare and access the resources below. PBC DART (app) for vital information such as storm surge evacuation areas, flood zones, shelter locations, and locations with emergency generators. AlertPBC is the county’s Emergency Alert & Notification System that notifies users of imminent threats via text messages, email, or telephone calls. To sign up, visit www.alertpbc.com.

Overcoming Toxic Anger Years ago, my boss at the time appointed me to chair a taskforce to address a major problem in our company. For me, this became a political landmine, a classic no-win situation. My boss was likely hoping I would protect him from the possible fallout of the taskforce’s decision, but I did not. In its findings, the taskforce concluded the real issue was my boss’s approach to the problem we had been researching. Soon after my report was finalized and submitted, I received a demotion. My boss, who had been an advocate for me, became my enemy. For more than two years I fostered a toxic anger towards him. I felt unjustly treated and maligned. I had become the scapegoat for a problem of my boss’s own making. Seeking to strike back and gain a measure of revenge, every time I had an opportunity, I bad-mouthed this man to others. After carrying this weight of anger and bitterness, with no hope of the executive ever offering to correct the wrong he had done to me, I came to a startling, yet freeing realization: My anger had been hurting me much more than it had affected him. Even if my negative comments succeeded in diminishing my boss in the eyes of others, my anger was not appeased. Then I began to do something I should have considered much sooner - I determined to read, meditate on, and apply what the Bible teaches about anger, justified or not. For instance, Ephesians 4:26 teaches, “Be angry, and yet do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and do not give the devil an opportunity.” Thinking about his exhortation,

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it occurred to me that the sun had literally gone down on my anger hundreds of times, and the festering bitterness I had continued to feel was giving the devil ample opportunity to undermine what God was trying to do in me and through me. Then I began pondering Matthew 6:1516, in which Jesus states, “For if you forgive others for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others, then your Father will not forgive your transgressions.” Those were hard words to read; as I pointed an accusing finger toward my one-time boss, it seemed the other fingers on my hand were pointing back at me. Pondering this, the Lord convicted me that since I had not forgiven my former boss, why should I expect God to forgive me for my many sins? I realized that in addition to forgiving my ex-boss - even if he never asked for it - I also needed to ask God to forgive me for many things, including my unforgiving spirit. To determine what God wanted me to do next, I read Matthew 5:23-24, in which Jesus says, “Therefore if you are presenting your offering at the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your offering there before the altar and go; first be reconciled to your brother, and then come and present your offering.” More than two years since my anger began, I finally started the process of reconciliation by calling my former boss - and asking his forgiveness. That did not fix what he had done, but at last I was free of the toxic anger and its devastating effects. Anger is an emotional cancer whose cure is forgiveness.

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Comic Book Debuts at Florida Supercon to Honor Heroes Who Save the Lives of Blood Cancer Patients As comic book fans flock to Florida Supercon today, a new comic book will be unveiled to honor the real-life heroes who voluntarily donate blood stem cells and bone marrow to save the lives of patients battling blood cancer. Entitled “The Call,” the digital comic book is created by Gift of Life Marrow Registry in collaboration with cartoonist Angus Cameron. Fans attending the convention may visit Gift of Life booth #411 for a direct download of the comic book and the opportunity to join the registry. The comic book features the tale of a young superhero who selflessly answers “The Call” to become a stem cell donor and finds purpose in being identified as a lifesaving match for a patient in need. In addition, it celebrates donors worldwide in advance of World Marrow Donor Day (WMDD). Created by the World Marrow Donor Association, and recognized this year on September 18, WMDD salutes the more than 39 million volunteers from 55 countries around the world who have become part of the international marrow registry in hopes of saving lives. “Twenty-six years ago, a real-life hero named Becky gave me the ultimate gift when she donated bone marrow that cured my leukemia and allowed me the opportunity to have hope and health,” said Gift of

Life Marrow Registry Founder and CEO Jay Feinberg. “Marrow donors may not wear capes, but they all have extraordinary courage and the conviction to step up when called upon to help someone in need.” The comic book is also part of Gift of Life’s efforts to appeal to and recruit those who are 18 to 35 years old and in good health, which is the most requested

age group from transplant centers. “We’re always looking for ways to tell the stories of our donors and thank them— both those who have already donated and those who are on the global registry waiting to donate,” said Gift of Life Marrow Registry Director of Organizational Advancement Marti Freund. “This comic book gives us an opportunity to not only thank donors

but also drive awareness about blood cancer, sickle cell disease and childhood cancer, which are all recognized in September.” While a bone marrow or stem cell transplant can serve as a cure for leukemia, sickle cell and other blood diseases, only 30 percent of patients have a matching donor in their families. The remaining 70 percent must hope that a compatible stranger can be found using the worldwide registry. Over 50,000 patients per year look for a matched donor outside their family. “Saving a life begins with one remarkable person who takes the first step to swab their cheeks to join the registry and then answers the call to donate,” said Freund. “We hope that in seeing themselves represented as the superheroes they are, existing donors can be proud on their actions while new potential donors can be inspired to join the registry.” The cartoonist Cameron has illustrated for ad agencies, film production companies and publishing houses all over the world, specializing in graphic novels, comics, character design and narrative storytelling. His work has won numerous advertising awards including the prestigious Grand Prix prize at the Loeries Advertising awards. To read the “The Call” comic book, visit www.giftoflife.org/thecall or follow along on Gift of Life’s Facebook, Instagram and Twitter channels.

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Hate Bugs? Here’s How to to Remove the Ick-Factor From Your Home (StatePoint) Hate bugs? You’re not alone. Nearly seven in 10 Americans can’t sleep if they know there’s an insect in the room, according to a recent survey conducted by OnePoll for Zevo. The same poll also found that two in three Americans would give up a month’s pay to not deal with bugs! Science says your visceral reaction is actually quite rational. According to researchers at the University of California, Davis, those creepycrawly feelings you may experience upon seeing a bug is simply nature’s way of helping you avoid pathogens and parasites. The good news? Insect experts say that there are steps you can take to protect your home turf from disgusting bugs and other pests. “While you should not lose your healthy distaste for bugs, you can take steps to keep them out of your home,” says Daniel Perry, entomologist at Procter & Gamble. Here are a few ways to help keep America’s top three hated bugs: cockroaches, spiders and ants, along with a host of other common

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You are not alone: How to raise awareness during suicide prevention month By: Lauren Do Nascimento September is a month known for its suicide prevention. However, suicide prevention is not limited to one month. Suicide is considered the tenth leading cause of death in the country according to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Despite this, many people prefer not to talk about suicide or mental health. Talking about mental health or having suicidal thoughts has been a taboo topic for years, but it shouldn’t be. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the eighth leading cause of death in Florida. It is the third leading cause of death in ages 10 to 24 and the second leading cause of death in ages 25 to 34. It continues to present itself, despite being discussed in media and books. Some people don’t even notice the warning signs in themselves and others. And many people are unsure of what to do once they notice signs of suicide in themselves or others. According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, some warning signs may include if a person talks about killing themselves, being a burden to others, having no reason to live, or unbearable pain. Other warning signs can include differences in behavior like increased drug and alcohol use, isolating themselves from family

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or friends, sleeping too much or too little and visiting or calling people to say goodbye. Mood changes can also be warning signs. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention states that people who are considering suicide may experience depression, loss of interest, anxiety, humiliation or shame, anger and irritability. Some of the most current warning signs include talking about or planning to commit suicide or seeking out ways to kill oneself, according to Florida Suicide Prevention Coalition. The warning signs may seem overwhelming at first, but it can be hard to miss when someone close to you is experiencing these signs. The best way to help someone you know who is showing these signs is to assure them that they are not alone. The National Alliance on Mental Health states that when talking to friends or family members about suicide, remember to maintain an open mind and a com-

passionate mindset. They also suggest attempting active listening techniques like summarizing the person’s thoughts or reflecting the person’s feelings to encourage validation. During a situation, take the person seriously if they confess to having thoughts of suicide. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention states that you should also stay with that person, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline and reach out afterward to check up on that person. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, don’t wait for someone to reach out, but call a therapist or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention suggests that you should treat yourself the same way you would treat someone else who is having suicidal thoughts. People can also call different hotlines like the Veteran’s Crisis Hotline, the Crisis Text Line, RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline, National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline and more. It is also recommended to visit your primary care provider, local walk-in clinic or urgent care center if you are having thoughts of suicide. Understanding the different warning signs of suicide and what to do during a crisis is difficult and it may not apply to ev-

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eryone. However, it is easy to raise awareness on the subject of suicide. In a survey created by multiple mental health organizations, including the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, it’s revealed that 40% of people believe that only professionals can help someone who is suicidal. The survey also shows that 81% of people believe that it’s a national priority to talk about suicide prevention, especially during the pandemic. Raising awareness on suicide prevention isn’t as difficult as it may sound. It can be as simple as bringing up the conversation with friends and family or posting an information post on social media. Raising awareness on suicide prevention is also educating yourself and others about the importance of mental health. Researching the warning signs of suicide, prioritizing mental health and learning about the different ways to help someone who is having suicidal thoughts are ways to promote suicide prevention. Remember to always keep an open mind and a compassionate mindset when discussing difficult subjects like suicide and suicide prevention. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or needs professional help, call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

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Coco Gauff/Microsoft Campaign Features Delray Beach’s Achievement Centers for Children & Families Students from Delray Beach’s Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) are lighting up New York City’s Times Square in an ad campaign for Microsoft Teams featuring tennis star Coco Gauff. The campaign started running in Times Square during the U.S. Open and it will run through September 27. The campaign with Ms. Gauff, featuring local kids from ACCF, first began airing in June in a national television campaign. At that time, Coco used Microsoft Teams to surprise the kids from ACCF with a special event. During the event, Coco helped students complete the new Space Jam: A New Legacy coding workshop, where they learned about game design. The kids were also able to ask Coco questions to learn more about the rising star from their community, including how she became a professional tennis player and what her favorite subject is in school. As a professional tennis player and full-time remote student, Coco Gauff saw firsthand the ways that technology could benefit education. While completing classes alongside her rigorous training schedule, she was inspired to provide some of the same tools to students in Delray Beach, where she and her parents grew up. “This community has given me a lot, so it’s definitely important to give back,” she says. Teaming up with Microsoft, Coco is helping to refresh the main computer lab and build two additional labs in Palm Beach County’s Achievement Centers for Children and Families (ACCF) with the donation of new devices— ensuring that their students will have updated technology available to pursue their own dreams. “Maybe this can give a kid the opportunity to find their own passions,” Coco said before offering advice to the students. “Make your dreams as big as possible, because you never

know how far they will go.” “We are extremely thankful to have been chosen as the recipients for this collaboration. Our students were beyond excited to meet Coco virtually and have the opportunity to ask her questions and talk to her. The new computers and software will allow us to offer more assistance with homework help and even add a specialized program around coding camps for our Summer Camp program. We want to extend an enormous thank you to Coco and Microsoft for this generous contribution,” said ACCF CEO, Stephanie Seibel. Achievement Centers for Children & Families provides high quality and affordable Out of School, Early Learning, and Family Support Programs to hundreds of low-wage families all year long. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, ACCF provided financial assistance for 70 families struggling to pay basic rent and utility needs. Last year, the organization provided more than 243,000 nutritious meals, including 19,000 meals through a summer food distribution, which included necessities like toilet paper, PPE, and cleaning supplies to children and families in need. After a brief closure due to the pandemic in March of 2020, ACCF’S dedicated staff pivoted to provide in-person learning when all public-school sites shut down. ACCF launched a Virtual Learning Support (VLS) Program, a 10-hour program designed to assist students with a distance-learning environment while ensuring they had the tools needed to succeed, such as high-speed Internet and daily access to a healthy breakfast, lunch, and snack. This program allowed working parents to continue to work, knowing that their child could receive the support in school that they may not have otherwise.

Boca Raton Garden Club Presents Fall Craft & Plant Sale The Boca Raton Garden Club will Present a Fall Craft and Plant Sale on Octob15-16, 2021 Friday to Saturday from 9AM to 2PM at the Club’s beautiful gardens and clubhouse, 4281 NW 3rd Ave. Boca Raton. This huge Sale will feature handmade decorations for Halloween, Thanksgiving and the Holidays, as well as unusual gifts and crafts and hundreds of healthy plants propag ated by club members. This event is free and the public is welcome. Masks and social distancing will be required Community

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Florida a Fun & Unique Festival Experience Laughing Spree Fest 2021 comes to Boca Raton, FL December 3-4, 2021, put tickets on-sale starting at sixty-five dollars to see major stand-up comedy acts and leading Florida DJs, as well as experience a variety of “Villages” onsite at the venue. The event recently announced top touring comics, Jim Norton and Bryan Callen on the lineup last month in addition to many other comedians, and more major talent announcements are coming in September. Laughing Spree Fest is a multi-media, immersive comedy, music and art festival supporting national charities and community groups at Sunset Cove Amphitheater with over twenty performers and artists. “I’m incredibly excited to bring an event of this caliber to South Florida with so many top performers on the line up, and even more big names being announced this month!”, said LS Fest Co-Producer, Minda Long. She went on to say, “We know people

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and organizations are hurting since the pandemic, and we had to do something to help, so this festival brings fun, laughs, music and art to the public at an affordable price while supporting community organizations and nonprofits, such as Best Buddies, Parkland Cares, Dream Defenders, and others.” After kicking off the ticket countdown with giveaways all week, Laughing Spree Fest tickets officially go on-sale tomorrow with VIP subscribers getting early bird access today. Currently the event will operate at 50% reduced venue capacity, with COVID-safe precautions in place to keep festival attendees safe, while providing a unique, outdoor event experience. This planned capacity reduction will drastically limit the number of tickets available, making it a very hot ticket this festival season to see some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy and the South Florida music scene.

NSAL of Florida Celebrates 40 Years of Supporting the Arts in Florida The National Society of Arts & Letters of Florida will hold their long-awaited annual Star Maker Awards on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at 6:30 pm at The Wick Theatre and Costume Museum in Boca Raton. Boca Ballet Theatre’s Co-Artistic Directors Jane Tyree and Dan Guin will be the recipients of the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. Guests will also be treated to performances by the Society’s talented National and Local scholarship and competition winners. Tickets are $250 per person and include a sumptuous 3-course dinner and open bar. Learn more at www.NSALFlorida. org/events. “This event marks our organization’s 40th anniversary of serving Florida’s young performing and visual artists through our scholarship, competition and mentorship program,” said Kim Champion, event chairperson. “To honor this milestone and all of our loyal members and supporters who have remained a constant during these challenging times, we have pulled out all the stops to create a spectacular program.” Honorary Chairperson, Marilynn Wick, in conjunction with Event Co-chairs Shari Upbin and Marcie Gorman and Scholarship Chairperson, Alyce Erickson, have created an evening to entertain and inspire. Performances will feature National Voice Scholarship Recipient Melissa Martinez and National Voice Competition Winner Ashley Elizabeth Shalna along with local music scholarship recipients, violinist Daniel Guevara, pia-

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nist Klyde Lodamo and oboist Kari Jenks. “The event will also incorporate an exhibition of works by Fabien Henry Lilavois, Zaine Lodhi and Karina Alexandra Rodriguez, who are national scholarship winners in the visual arts category and a video presentation from our National award-winning dancer, Gabby Garbarini,” said Marci Gorman, event co-chair. “As dance was the main national competition this year, we are thrilled that Jane and Dan, will be the recipients of our Lifetime Achievement Award,” said Shari Upbin, event co-chair. “Boca Ballet Theatre’s contribution to the arts in South Florida is incomparable, and we urge all of you to join us in showing your appreciation to this amazingly talented couple.” Acclaimed performers, choreographers and instructors, Guin and Tyree have built BBT into one of the top civic companies in the country, presenting professional productions with world-class guest artists. BBT’s esteemed non-profit dance school has propelled many successful students to the most prestigious stages in the world. “As we come together to celebrate our organization’s 40th anniversary, we are extremely humbled by the incredible talent we have been honored to support thanks to the generosity of so many in our community,” said Judi Asselta, President. “And with the sustained dedication of those who love the arts, we hope to continue our mission of opening doors for young talent for decades to come.”

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The Fuller Center will hold its Annu- Special Event Manager Alana Lagerström al Wee Dream Ball, the organization’s sig- at alagerstrom@ffcdc.org or call (561) 391nature fundraiser, on Friday, December 3 7274, ext. 134. The Fuller Center has been a commufrom 6 to 11 p.m. at Boca West Country Club. Event co-chairs are Fuller Center nity cornerstone for over 50 years, providBoard President Simone Spiegel and Foun- ing under-resourced children the same edudation Board President Peg Anderson, with cational opportunities as their more affluent fellow Fuller Center Board members Hiro- peers. Our goal is to support hardworking mi Printz and David Clark serving as Hon- families and their children to realize their full potential. We believe all children should orary Chairs. Cocktail hour will include the coveted have the chance to experience success in Neiman Marcus Chance Game and an el- school, in work, and in life, regardless of evated Silent Auction followed by dinner their parents’ income or zip code. For children 6 weeks to 5 years old, and dancing. The evening will conclude with a special 50th Anniversary presenta- we offer a holistic early education protion. Tickets are $300 per person and can gram, setting the foundation for school be purchased at ffcdc.org/special-events/ success and lifelong learning. For schoolage youth, we offer afterschool, summer wee-dream-ball. “This year’s event will celebrate the camp, and out-of-school-time programs agency’s 50th Anniversary and is expected to develop skills in social interaction, litto surprise and delight all who attend. We eracy, science, technology, math, and the arts, and providpromise it will be ing tutoring, mena night to rememtoring, and enrichber! Funds raised “This year’s event will ment activities. In at the Wee Dream 2021, we opened Ball play such a crucelebrate the agency’s the Fuller Acadecial role in support50th Anniversary and my, a new private ing our hardworkelementary school ing families and is expected to surprise to meet the needs their children,” said and delight all who of our deserving Ellyn Okrent, CEO children. We have of the Fuller Center. attend.” incorporated a teen Sponsors inprogram providing clude Amy & Mike youth the opportuKazma, ADT Security Services, Peg Anderson, Kathy & Paul nities to build skills in leadership, comAdkins, Karen & Jay Foreman, Jo Ann munication, project development, and & Philip Procacci, Publix Super Markets community service. At the Fuller Center, we believe that Charities, Robin & Charles Deyo, Christine E. Lynn, E. M. Lynn Foundation, Silvana educated children and empowered families & Barry Halperin, Wendy & Matthew Mas- create a strong, supportive community. The chler, Janice & Jeffrey Sandelman, Eda & Fuller Center offers a unique, comprehenCliff Viner, Arthur & Shelly Adler, Adri- sive system of family support to ensure that ana’s Designs, Excell Auto Group – Kar- parents and caregivers are empowered to ma Palm Beach and Karma Broward, Nei- provide for their families and make a posman Marcus Boca Raton, and Boca Raton itive economic impact in our community. We know that when it comes to turning Magazine. To sponsor the event, purchase tickets, the tide of generational, economic ineqor make a Gift from the Heart donation in uity and making a positive impact, tomorsupport of the Fuller Center, please contact row begins today! Community

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Boca Raton Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for Nov. 14 The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Boca Raton residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday, Nov. 14. While last year’s event was mainly virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alzheimer’s Association is moving forward with plans to host this year’s Boca Raton Walk to End Alzheimer’s in person. Walk Director Stefanie Mardar noted that the health and safety of participants, staff and volunteers remain the Association’s top priorities, however. “All events will implement safety protocols, including physical distancing, masks where required, contactless registration, hand sanitizing stations and more,” Mardar said. “We will also be offering options to participate online and in local neighborhoods and will continue to closely monitor CDC, state and local guidelines to ensure events adhere to recommendations and are safe for attendees.” According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease – a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide

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care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In Florida alone, there are more than 580,000 people living with the disease and 527,000 caregivers. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony – a missionfocused experience that signifies their solidarity in the fight against the disease. The colors of the Promise Garden flowers represent participants’ connections to Alzheimer’s disease and their personal reasons for walking. Walk participant Judy Stauffer, who leads the Harbour’s Edge fundraising team, shared: “I walk because I work in a community that has residents I care for and want to make a difference in their lives. My grandmother, mother and sister also suffered from the disease.” The Boca Raton Walk to End Alzheimer’s will kick off with an Opening Ceremony at 9 a.m., Nov. 14, at the Sunset Pavilion at Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park. To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, visit alz.org/walk.

Chick-Fil-A Delray Beach to Raise Funds for Achievement Centers for Children & Families through Do Good Delray Event Chick-Fil-A Delray Beach and Achievement Centers for Children & Families have Partnered with Purpose to present an amazing Art Showcase - A Do Good Delray event on Wednesday, October 6 from 5pm to 7pm. Artwork will be showcased throughout the month of September. Proceeds from all cookie and brownie sales in the month of September will go to Achievement Center for Children & Families. October 6 will be the live event where the winners of the Art Showcase will be revealed. This event is free to attend. Achievement Centers for Children & Families is a community based, family focused organization dedicated to providing opportunities where under-resourced children may thrive in a positive environment. ACCF programs support educational growth, skill-building and healthy lifestyles which create a positive and lasting impact on a child. “The teens, staff, and supporters of ACCF are looking forward to our Do Good Delray ART Showcase event at Chick-Fil-A on

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October 6. This event is a collaboration of our community coming together to support each other and our local businesses. We are so thankful to the Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce and Chick-Fil-A Delray Beach for highlighting the creativity of our local teenage artists” said Jessica Hall, Achievement Centers for Children & Families Chief Development Officer. Chick-Fil-A Delray Beach is located at 1800 S Federal Hwy, Delray Beach, FL 33483. Chick-Fil-A is committed to providing their guests with the highest quality of service during every visit. They endeavor to provide a welcoming, friendly environment for you to enjoy a great meal. Chick-Fil-A is always eager to go the second mile to ensure your visit is remarkable. “We are super excited to be in support of the achievement center with raising funds for their organization so they are able to continue to impacting families and children who are in financial and emotional need all across the City of Delray Beach!” said Shelly Longo, ChickFil-A Delray Beach Marketing Coordinator.

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SPORTS Owls Open C-USA Play with Draw at Coastal Carolina The Florida Atlantic University men’s soccer team (4-1-1, 0-0-1 in Conference USA) commenced league play Tuesday night with a hard-fought draw with Coastal Carolina, 1-1. Playing the Chanticleers for the first time as C-USA opponents, CCU outshot the Owls 22-4, but goalkeeper Neil Strauber hung tough, delivering a careerhigh 10 saves at CCU Soccer Stadium. T h e Chanticleers tallied three shots in the first 10 minutes of the m a t ch , b u t FAU had a response. Tom Abrahamsson received a deliver y from Alonso Coello Camarero, which allowed him to cash in on a phenomenal goal in the high right corner of the net at the 11th minute. The Owls were held without a shot for the remaining 45 minutes of the first half, being outshot 8-1, but still held a 1-0 edge. The Chanticleers fought for the equalizing goal while having a tough time getting past Strauber, who logged seven of

his 10 saves on the night in the second half. CCU did get lucky at the 79th minute, as Marcello Jones found the low right corner of the net for the equalizer. Blake Dean had the Owls’ lone shot in the second half, but it was missed on the right side of the net. The Chanticleers had a good chance for the golden goal in the final minute of regulation, but Strauber hung tough for the save. The Owls were outshot by the Chanticleers 2-0 in the first overtime, but in the 99th minute, CCU’s Alvaro GarciaPasqual was issued a red card, forcing the Chanticleers to play a man down the rest of the way. The Owls showed to benefit from playing against a 10-man squad in the second overtime period, outshooting the Chanticleers 2-1 with a shot on target by Coello Camarero and a chance by Abrahamsson that was missed right. Both teams put up a battle, which ended in a 1-1 draw.

Bagnoli Nabs Second Straight C-USA Weekly Award

For the second straight week, and after winning her second tournament in as many tries (and in as many tournaments so far here at FAU), senior Letizia Bagnoli has been announced, by the league Wednesday, as Conference USA Women’s Golfer of the Week. Bagnoli set a course- and programrecord with a 7-under-par final round 65 Tuesday, leading the Owls to the Hoover Invitational team victory, and giving her her second medalist honor in eight days. Her final round is the lowest both by strokes, and to par, in program history, and with her 9-under-par 207 total, she finished as the top individual by seven shots (and helped the Owls win the team portion by 10 strokes).

The Florence, Italy, native was the only golfer in the 69-player field to finish par-4 holes in the red, at 5-under, five better than the tourney runner-up’s even par. Bagnoli was 3-under on par 5’s and 1-under on par 3’s (tying her for second and third, respectively), and tied for the most birdies in the field for the tourney with 14. “I’m very proud to be named C-USA Golfer of the Week once again,” said Bagnoli. “I’m very excited to see what these last two [fall] tournaments will look like for myself and my team!” The Owls are back at it on the course Oct. 4-5, co-hosting the Jupiter Women’s Invite in Port St. Lucie. The tournament will be held at the PGA Golf Club.

Panthers Volleyball Comes Up Big In Weekend Series The Panthers improved to 7-2 in Sun Lakes conference play with wins over Pasco-Hernando and Gulf Coast State College on Saturday. Against Pasco-Hernando, Palm Beach saw strong performances from Rita Gonzalez Cuevas Campos, Angelina Botolino, and Hailey Hart. All three tied for the team-high with 11 kills in the match. Allyson Crossland, who received some extended playing time, finished with 7 kills. After dropping set one to Pasco, Palm Beach easily won the next two sets by scores of 25-19 and 25-16. PBSC had a lead in set 4 but could not quite shut the door as the visiting Bobcats rallied back to take the set 25-23. With the game in balance, Palm Beach relied on their stellar hitting to once again take a decisive 5th set from their opponent. After playing St. Petersburg on Friday night, PBSC relied heavily on rotating players in and out to preserve energy. The Panthers received contributions from 14 players, including 3 setters that received extended playing time. Samantha Beas finished with a season-high 15 assists. Defensively, the Panthers received contributions September 24 - September 30, 2021

all around, as 3 Panthers totaled double-digit DIG totals. Darlenis Medina once again led the club with 29 DIGS. In game #2 on the day, Palm Beach matched up with the defending Division II state champions in Gulf Coast State College. The Panthers got off to a bit of a slow start, dropping the 1st set 25-9. Once they settled in, Palm Beach matched Gulf Coast the whole way through, win-

ning sets 25-23, 27-25, and 16-14. Both teams were incredibly evenly matched. This could very well be a matchup in the state tournament. Angelina Botolino led the club with 16.5 points, including 13 kills. Natalie Faulkner had 42 assists, which marks the 3rd time this season she has gone over 40 assists in a match. Darlenis Medina and Faulkner were both active on the back end,

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as they both finished with double-digit DIG totals for the 2nd straight match. Unfortunately, after 4 games in 3 days, the winning streak was snapped with a loss to Pensacola State College on Sunday afternoon. The Panthers lost 2 sets by 3 points or less, winning the 2nd set 25-15. Both teams were evenly matched and this is another team that could be playing its way towards a state tournament bid. Nina Vallesi had a coming out party against Pensacola with a whopping 16 kills and 18 total points. She was quite the force as any ball that came her way she demolished on the other side. Angelina Botolino continued her outstanding weekend with another solid offensive performance. She totaled 13 points and 11 kills. Hailey Hart finished with 10 points and 8 kills. Natalie Faulkner once again topped 40 assists -- this time in back-to-back games for this first time this season. Darlenis Medina led the club with 15 DIGS. The Panthers get some much-needed rest before heading to play South FL State College in a rematch of opening night on Wednesday before receiving the weekend off.

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Owls Win Hoover Invite Behind Record-Setting Round by Bagnoli The Florida Atlantic University women’s golf team took the team title by 10 strokes, and Letizia Bagnoli’s course- and program-record final round gives her her second individual medalist honor in as many weeks, at the conclusion of the Hoover Invitational at the Heatherwood Country Club on Tuesday. Bagnoli fired a 7-under-par final 65 on Tuesday, which is the lowest round both by strokes, and to par, ever by an Owl. The previous record score was held by Praewnapa Phol-Uayporn, a 66 on March 4, 2008 (in the first round of the Treasure Coast Classic); her round that day was 5-under, which has also been shot by three other Owls in a tournament, meaning Bagnoli has that mark by two strokes. The three-round total of 207 (73-69-65) by Bagnoli is also the second-lowest 54-hole total in the program annals. She topped the field of 69 golfers as one of just two under-par, defeating runner-up ShaeBug Scarberry of Troy by seven strokes. Two more Owls finished in the top 15, with Blanka Decker tying for 10th at 222, and Olivia Bergner among those in 14th at 224. Rosa Barnak rounded out the scoring, and she carded one of just nine eagles during the three rounds

of play (a two on the par-4 No. 4 during Tuesday’s second round). The Owls’ team total of 881 was 10 better than South Alabama, and is the third lowest 54-hole total in program history. Along the way, the team carded a second-round 285 on Tuesday that ties for the second-lowest round in history, both by strokes and relative to par (3-under). The squad had the best par-4 scoring (+22, 17 strokes better than Troy) in the tourney, and tied South Alabama for the best showing on par-5’s (9-under). The Owls’ 51 birdies was also the most, nine more than Southern Miss. Bagnoli was the only individual to finish par-4 holes in the red, at 5-under, five better than Scarberry’s even par. She was 3-under on par 5’s and 1-under on par 3’s (tying her for second and third, respectively). Also 3-under on par-5 holes was Bergner, while Decker and Bagnoli (along with Momoka Ando of Southern Miss) each recorded 14 birdies, most in the field. “Today’s win showed the resilience and patience of this team,” said head coach Heather Bowie Young. “They had to overcome weather challenges and a venue change but never let it fluster them. Go Owls!”

PBA Women’s Soccer Ranked Top Five In Region The Palm Beach Atlantic women’s soccer team has remained at No. 5 in the United Soccer Coaches South Region Poll. This marks the second consecutive week the Sailfish have appeared at No.5 in the region. Three straight wins have the Sailfish with a 4-1 record overall and 1-0 in Sunshine State Conference play. T he threegame tear started with a 2-1 extra-time victory over Delta State on Sep. 10. The golden goal came off a free kick from senior midfielder Sydney Timmes . Timmes’ game-winning goal was her first with the Sailfish while Rachel Neumann made her second start of the season, earning the win and recording one save in net. The Sailfish followed the dramatic win with a 7-0 blowout over Florida Memorial. PBA displayed great depth as 29 players saw action along with six different goal scorers. Freshman Serena D’Anna scored her first goal with the Sailfish in the 32nd minute when she blasted a line drive heater building the Sailfish lead to 5-0. Freshman Isabella Reinhardt and redshirt senior Anna Vila added on to the big lead for the Sailfish by notching their first goals of the season to put the final touches on a 7-0 scoreline. Sports

Timmes finished the game with two goals and one assist. PBA’s most recent performance on the pitch featured a road SSC matchup against Florida Southern. With the game at a stalemate, Sailfish capitalized in the 54th minute. Timmes initiated a fast-break and distributed the ball near the box. Halie Reznik shot the ball that rolled off the corner of the post. The goal was Reznik’s first of the season. With a 1-0 lead, the Sailfish wasted little time adding an insurance goal. In the 60th minute, Maddie McCarty delivered a corner kick to senior midfielder Kylie Meola in front of the net. Meola found the back of the net for her second goal of the year. The assist was McCarty’s second of the season. PBA closed out the game 2-0 and earned its first SSC win. Other SSC conference members that appeared in the United Soccer Coaches South Region Poll include No.1 Florida Tech, No. 6 Embry-Riddle University, No. 8 Eckerd College, and No.10 University of Tampa. The Sailfish will continue SSC play on the road at Saint Leo who carry a 1-4-1 record on Sep. 25.

Jauk Tabbed C-USA Offensive Player of the Week Filip Jauk of the Florida Atlantic University men’s soccer team (4-1) has been named Conference USA Offensive Player of the Week, as announced by the league on Tuesday. This marks the first award of the freshman’s young career following his impressive performance in the Owls’ 3-2 overtime win over Florida Gulf Coast. Jauk logged two goals in FAU’s overtime feat over the Eagles last Tuesday, including the game-winner. The striker scored his first of two goals in the 72nd minute off a header to tie the score at 2-2. In overtime, Jauk got a good look for the golden goal

to send the Owls off with a victory at the 98th minute. The game marked Jauk’s first multi-goal match of his career. Jauk also drew his first career start on Tuesday and tallied 80 minutes. The Slovenia product ranks first in CUSA and 13th nationally in game-winning goals with two, while also being fourth in goals per game (0.6) and seventh in shots per game (2.4). FAU will take on Coastal Carolina tonight, Tuesday, at 7 p.m. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ from the CCU Soccer Stadium.

PBA Men’s Golf Finishes Third in Saint Leo Invitational Earlier today, the Palm Beach Atlantic men’s golf team finished the final round of the Saint Leo Invitational in Petersburg, Va. The Sailfish finished in third place out of seven teams and 48 individual golfers. Carl St-Arnaud led the way for the Sailfish, finishing in 12th place with a score of +7. Jake Nash from Saint Leo University came away with the individual victory with a score of -4. Saint Leo finished the day as overall team win-

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ners with seven players finishing in the top 15. Diego Buttironi (+9) finished in 14th place, Justin Guilford (+13) finished in 20th place, Christopher Lee (+14) finished in 24th place, and Cade Tjomsland (+31) finished in 43rd place to round out the placements for PBA. The Sailfish will tee off again on Oct. 4 for the Nova Southeastern Invitational.

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