Facebook’s Newest Campaign to Connect The World
In-Dorm/At-Home Yoga “Sesh”
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CHEERS TO THE UPCOMING YEAR! The Crow’s Nest wishes the students and staff of The College of Coastal Georgia and surrounding areas a very special holiday season and a Happy New Year!
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Facebook’s Newest Campaign to Connect the World| pg. 4
Boost Your Immune System |Pg. 6
Christmas Dinner in other Countries| pg. 8
Volleyball Round Up | pg. 11
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Jekyll Island Tree lighting Photography Contributor: Joseline Ramirez
FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE
CCGA students (left to right): Bobby Reyes, Karina Martins, Josh Koszalkowski
Jekyll Island live oak trees covered in brilliant lights
Bobby Reyes poses (center) in front of a large oak tree on Jekyll Island
8:00 A.M. Classes Starting at 8:00 MW 8:00 M
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Saturday December 10
Classes Starting at 8:30 MW 8:30 TW 9:00 MWF
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Monday December 12
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Tuesday December 13
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Wednesday December 14
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Friday December 9
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POET’S CORNER
Symphony of Silence The wind howls like a lone wolf, yet not a sound is made The leaves on the trees dance back and forth, the moon shines in that lonely glade The birds are flightless, the ground is frozen, the fox is burrowed deep The insects are all put under a spell that commands them all to sleep The blades of grass all sway about keeping rhythm with the wind The moon conducts this symphony and the stars come out to attend
-Barry Bowen
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FACEBOOK: AQUILA Facebook’s Newest Campaign to Overcome Issues of Internet Access
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n today’s day and age, the internet has become an essential part of life by sharing knowledge and connecting with people across the world instantly. The internet is a part of everything we do from checking the weather to submitting our homework, however most of us tend to forget about the 60% of the world population that doesn’t have internet connectivity. For the last few years, Facebook has been working on a huge project in efforts to get remote parts of the world online. Facebook’s newest campaign, Internet.org, hopes to overcome the issue of accessibility and eventually provide everyone with access to vital information. For those in remote parts of the world, the difference of having internet access could be as simple as a farmer accurately checking the weather and being prepared for a storm, or having updated information about current events around the world.
Facebook’s Free Basics is a program that launched under Internet.org that’s designed to give people in developing, remote countries internet access. Currently in 53 different countries, Free Basics provides free access to web content like news, education, employment, health, and local information. The ‘free’ part of this campaign is the best part for these people because data coverage is overly expensive in developing countries. Because of Free Basics, cities in countries like Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, and Madagascar can finally partake in the benefits of the internet. However, it doesn’t just stop there. The Connectivity Lab, a subgroup of Internet. org, is also developing new and innovative ways to provide affordable internet access across the developing world. Yael Maguire, the Director of Engineering at
By: Kynder Ganoe
the Connectivity Lab said in an Internet.org campaign video, “It is a very, very, big and bold mission which is to make the world more open and connected and really focus on areas where there really isn’t internet connectivity.” By exploring new possibilities and attempting what no other company or human has attempted before, the Facebook team has engineered an unmanned, internet-beaming aircraft named Aquila. Having roughly the wingspan of a Boeing 737 and weighing roughly 880 pounds, Aquila is an engineering masterpiece that can soar 60,000-90,000 feet in the sky. Aquila is designed to deliver Wi-Fi over remote regions with the use of lasers, radio frequency and solar energy. “It's striking how slowly Aquila flies. It almost appears to just hover in the air. That's because Aquila is basically a cell phone tower in the sky -- and that means staying above one place for as long as possible by using energy as efficiently as we can,” Mark Zuckerberg stated in a Facebook post about Aquila. The simplistic design with the use of lasers is similar to that of fiber-optics in that Aquila’s invisible infrared lasers flicker on and off billions of times per second to transmit data. This new and exciting way of transmitting Wi-Fi through lasers has challenged the engineers at Facebook but they are excited to be a part of such an amazing project to bring the world together. Some challenges Facebook is currently facing is being able to make Aquila operate as efficiently as possible and creating accurate and reliable lasers. Soon enough though, The Connectivity Lab will overcome these obstacles and perhaps these new Wi-Fi drones will be the future of the internet.
Source: Internet.org’s Facebook Page, Mark Zuckerberg stands with an engineer overlooking Aquila’s engine
Source: Facebook.com Blog
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A Semester At A Glance:
Police Blotter
All reports are provided by the College of Coastal Georgia Police Department
Oct. 2, 1:08 a.m. Officers arrest two on alcohol related charges following an investigation into students who had furnished alcohol for five underage students at Coastal Place Apartments. Oct. 4, 9:15 a.m. Officers arrest a visitor to campus after he provided several inconsistencies during the course of an investigation. He was charged with giving false information and issued a Criminal Trespass Warning. Oct. 18, 12:28 p.m. Resident Assistants call officers to report that during a Health and Safety Check for several bottles of alcohol were found inside a student’s room in Lakeside Village. Case turned over to student conduct for disciplinary action. Oct. 19, 6:26 p.m. Mariner’s Galley staff called officers to report the theft of two plates. After an interview of the subject he was arrested and charged with theft. A search of his person revealed a knife in his waistband over 3” in length and another in his backpack also over 3” in length. In addition the subject had two-schedule 2 narcotics in his wallet. Oct. 22, 2:36 a.m. Campus Police respond to a 911 emergency call from a callbox located on campus. After viewing several cameras in the area and speaking to witnesses, it was determined that a juvenile visitor had become intoxicated while on campus and pushed the emergency call button as a prank. Charges were filed against the juvenile for misuse of 911 lines and the youth was released to his parent.
Oct. 25, 2:00 p.m. Officers respond to a fight outside Academic Common South. Case is ongoing. Oct. 27, 11:00 a.m. Officers receive a call that a male student had released mace inside a classroom, which forced an evacuation of the class and a change of rooms. Charges, if any, will be handled by student conduct. Nov. 12. A student reported to Campus Police that on the previous night two male students had damaged her vehicle causing in excess of $4000. She stated that they filmed themselves jumping on the hood and roof of her vehicle, until it caved in. The culprits sent the video of them in the act via Snapchat. Nov. 13, 9:51p.m. Officers respond to the Library after a student complained to the librarians that a man was viewing pornography on his computer. Librarians advised officers they had received numerous complaints on other dates involving this visitor viewing pornography but was unable to confirm. Officers questioned the man and confirmed he had been viewing porn. The visitor was issued a criminal trespass warning.
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and a healthy lifestyle Boost Your Immunity I
8 ways to live a healthy lifestyle
By: Allie Heeter
t is that time of year again! We join others in a quick break from our hardworking lives while enjoying holiday décor, family gatherings and delicious gourmet foods. However, the majority of us have all experienced the winter-time blues consisting of loud sneezes, stuffy noses and uncomfortable body aches. Your immune system plays a huge role in attacking those germs that cause you to become sick. Keeping your immunity strong and healthy can allow for you to stay healthy and lively this holiday season.
minerals that your body loves, so be sure to include fruits, veggies, and nuts. Tip: Vitamin C is a great way to boost your immunity! Try adding an orange and strawberries to your breakfast and some broccoli and red peppers to your mid-day snacks. Along with eating healthy, your body also needs water to successfully hydrate itself. “The Institute of Medicine determined that an adequate intake (AI) for men is roughly about 13 cups (3 liters) of total beverages a day. The AI for women is about 9 cups (2.2 liters) of total beverages a day.” (Mayo Clinic)
A great way to boost your immunity is to stick to a healthy, balanced diet. This means to include saturated fats, carbohydrates and proteins within every meal that you consume. You also want the necessary vitamins and
Another way to boost your immunity is to live a healthy lifestyle. An article from Harvard University gives us a few ways to live a healthy lifestyle:
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Don’t smoke.
Control your blood pressure.
Exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight.
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Eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and low in saturated fat.
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Get regular medical screening tests for people in your age group and risk category.
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infection, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking.
Allie’s 5 minute In-Dorm/At-Home ‘Yoga Sesh’
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If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation.
Why Yoga?
oga is not only about flexibility or headstands and it is more than just gaining inner happiness and joy. It is about reaching a transcendence of all those things. It is the ability to connect your mind and body to reach a higher mentality that is stable and allows for us to be more present in our daily lives.
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Have you ever felt completely stressed out to the point where you can hardly think straight? Your mind is so overwhlemed that you forget how to perform basic tasks like how to talk or eat? I have! Try this 5 minute yoga sesh that is designed to ease your mind.
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. Start off your yoga sesh with the Standing Forward Bend. Inhale for 5 seconds (or longer if you can) and exhale for 5 seconds. Take 10 of these deep breaths.
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. Kneel down and rest your chest on your thighs into the Child’s Pose. Again, take the same deep breaths, 10 times in a row. Be sure to allow for thoughts to come into your mind, and then let them escape right back out.
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. Proceed onto your back and prop your legs up on the wall into the Legs Up The Wall Pose. Take the same deep breaths, this time for as long as you’d like. In this position, make a list of at least 5 things that you are grateful for. #gratitude
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Lifestyle
WINTER EDITION Superfoods to the Rescue!
Quinoa
1 Since it is not related to 2 wheat or grain, it’s glutenfree. Millions are discovering
It only has 172 calories per 1/4 cup dry quinoa.
they feel better and lose weight when they reduce gluten grains or at least wheat products.
Source: Healthy Living Made Simple
A good source of riboflavin 3 -- riboflavin helps reduce the frequency attacks in migraine
sufferers by improving the energy metabolism within the brain and muscle cells.
High in protein -- its protein 4 balance is similar to milk and has more protein compared to rice, Source: Food.com
millet or wheat.
Dorm, Good Cooking Easy Stove Top Chicken Noodle Soup
Ingredients:
• 1/2 of cooked chicken (or to-fu for a vegetarian option) • 1 1/2 cups of egg noodles (or rice for a Gluten free option) • 2 cans of chicken broth (or substitute vegetable broth) • 1 can of vegetable broth • 1/2 cup each of sliced carrots, celery, & onion • Salt & pepper to taste
Directions: 1. Combine chicken broth, vegetable broth, noodles and vegetables in a large pot. Bring to a boil and cook on medium-high for 6 minutes (or however long for the noodles ot be tender), then set to simmer. 2. Add cooked chicken and salt & pepper.
Health Benefits: Boost your immunity with this cold-fighting soup. The chicken and vegetable broth serve as a defense against common colds that float around during the winter season. The vegetables add key beneficial nutrients while keeping the calorie and fat content of this meal extremely low. They are perfect for those trying to stay fit during these colder months. By: Allie Heeter & Kynder Ganoe
Dealing with the Holiday Blues By: Thearon Filson The upcoming holiday is a time of joy, laughter, and good cheer, a time of reflection over the past year and feeling optimistic about the upcoming new year. This time of year folks are traveling to visit family and loved ones, entertaining guests, holiday shopping, holiday parties, decorating, trying new recipes or perfecting old ones. For many people, however, this holiday can be the loneliest time of the year and people may experience what is referred to as seasonal “blues.” Some people deal with grief depression from the loss of a loved one due to divorce or death. Some people have no family/friends to celebrate with and will spend the holiday
alone. For others, the pressure of financial restraints as family budgets are stretched too thin can be very stressful. For college students, this time of year is especially stressful as students are attempting to finish out the semester with final exams and major class projects. Students attending college away from home, such as international students, cannot afford to travel home and are therefore forced to spend winter break in residence halls. Those students who are fortunate to travel back home for winter break may return to a dysfunctional household which can add to the stress of the holidays.
Here are some ways to cope with holiday depression and stress:
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Let go of the Past! Childhood memories of past holiday celebrations can lead to disappointment. Gone are the “good ole days.” Families change and grow and so will traditions. Take each holiday season as it comes and begin new traditions. Reach Out! Helping out in the community can relieve holiday blues. People are less likely to be depressed when they are doing community service. Volunteer your time to others that are less than fortunate.
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Acknowledge Your Feelings. It is normal to feel sadness, frustration or anger because of certain events in our lives. The holidays do not automatically take away these feelings. It is OK to cry and express yourself. Consider seeking professional help if depressed feelings last more than 2 weeks.
Focus on Your Health. Do not overindulge on sweets, caffeine or alcohol. Get plenty of rest. Relish in the things you love to do like exercise, yoga, spiritual practices, long walks or any activity that allows you to focus on your physical and mental wellness. Stick to a budget! Create a list and decide how much money you can afford to spend before shopping. Self-care is critical for managing stress and depression and this is especially true during the holiday season. Spend as much time with family, friends, and loved ones but take periodic breaks from stressful family situations. Spending time with yourself can be refreshing. Remember, the holiday season will be over and a new exciting academic year is just around the corner.
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CHRISTMAS DINNER IN OTHER COUNTRIES By: Lexi Dybe
FRANCE
BRAZIL
JAPAN
In France, many celebrate the holidays by fixing up smoked salmon, and foie gras (a luxury food product made of the liver of a duck or goose that has been specially fattened). Stuffed turkey serves as the main entrée. Side dishes vary from family to family. However, unlike America they do not have pies. Instead they have a special treat called a “Yule Log,” which is a chocolate logshaped cake derived from tradition Christmas Eve tradition of burning logs.
Because of the immense size of Brazil, Christmas itself means different things for different regions within the country. Wheareas the northern hemisphere is cold during the season, South Brazil is hot due to its close vicitinity to the equator. Some Brazliian Christmas dishes are Rabanada (a Brazilian styled French Toast), Salpicao (like a chicken salad, and can be found as a sandwich), Bacalhau Com Lentilha (beans and fish, can be paired with rice and other personal choices).
This dinner is quite an odd one for, no one really cooks. Everyone goes out to dine in. Kentucky Fried Chickenis the top pick of Japan. It is so popular that the only way to get this top pick is by reserving a party bucket in advance. Another popular item is their coveted Christmas cake (a type of sponge cake, covered with snowwhite whipped cream and topped with perfectly shaped, ruby red strawberries.)
College of Coastal Georgia represents over 23 countries, including Brazil, Haiti, and even Australia!
RUSSIA Russian Christmas foods have a special meaning behind them; twelve dishes for the twelve apostles. As burly as we may view Russians, this meal is actually a strictly Lenten meal meaning, no meat allowed. Some of these dishes include Pagach (a Lenten bread, dipped in honey for added flavor), Kutya (a porridge containing whole grains, honey, and poppy seeds), Bobal’ki (tiny biscuits paired with sauerkraut or honey and poppy seeds). Servings of fresh fruits, nuts, beans, and potatoes top of the course, making this a very interesting and delicious meal. Layout by: Kynder Ganoe
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DEAN OF STUDENTS’ CORNER
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Mariners,
Bobby Reyes c/o 2017
D
uring this time of the year, the quote from Confucius that states “a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step” relates very well. As we begin to wrap up the semester and prepare for final exams, it can be difficult to focus on the end goal of our journey together. It may have been an easy first step to make that decision to attend the College or it may have been an incredibly difficult one. Regardless of if you are a first year student or a senior, you have made many important steps to make it to the end of the fall semester – you are one step closer to making your goals a reality. As we reflect on this path, remember the reason you decided to attend College, such as a strong desire to learn more about a particular area, receive a degree, and being able to contribute back to society once you graduate. Whether you started off the semester strong or you realize that the grades you receive on your remaining assignments will make a big difference on your final grade, remember that this one big step, while it can be challenging, will be very important to your success. To those students who graduate this fall, congratulations on this significant achievement! To those students who remain on this journey with us, make sure you are registered for spring classes so that you can stay focused on finishing off this semester strong! I wish you all much success in your final exams and a wonderful winter break! @DrMichaelButcher
Dr. Michael F. Butcher Assistant VP for Student Affairs, Dean of Students, and
.com/Michael.Butcher3750
Title IX Coordinator mbutcher@ccga.edu
@DrMButcher
LETS GET Not only is College of Coastal Georgia a place full of diversity, they also offer the opportunity to experience different cultures in countries all over the world such as France, Italy, Russia and Ireland. CCGA's Study Abroad programs offer students the ability to study and earn college credit, live and travel with other students to other countries. Be sure to check out the Study Abroad page on CCGA's website or contact Dr. Jim Lynch at (912) 267-5713 for more information. Happy travels! By: Allie Heeter
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oberto “Bobby” Reyes VII is finishing up his last semester at College of Coastal Georgia and is set to walk across the stage in May 2017 with a Bachelors in Science. in Biology with a Pre-Professional Concentration. Bobby is twenty-one years of age and graduated from Camden County High School. His original plans were to attend CCGA in order to complete his core classes with the intention of transfering to the University of Georgia in Athens. Despite being accepted to UGA, he declined due to his love for CCGA; he decided to remain. “The community at Coastal is really what convinced me to stay,” says Reyesv. Reyes contributed a good amount of work for the college having worked as a Presidential Student Ambassador and for the Blue Crew team in efforts to make the school as welcoming as possible. If you know of him personally, you can definitely vouch that he’s one of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet. One of his fondest memories on campus was when he was chosen to host “Coastal’s Got Talent.” The event helped encourage him to break out of his shell, get his face out there and meet new people.
Another one of Bobby’s favorite memories at Coastal was Halloween Dance of his sophomore year in 2014. He said, “They say when you go to college, you are going to meet your ‘people.’ I indeed found my ‘people’ at this dance and can say that they have become family. This family has grown ever since. With his love for helping people, he plans on becoming a pediatrician or family physician. Over the next five years, he wants to either be in school pursing medicine or in a field that will benefit his future. Bobby also is considering joining the Armed Forces not only in an effort to pay for medical school but to also have the oppurtunity to defend the country. With a good head on his shoulders, there is no doubt that Bobby will be able to achieve greatness in his years to come. Reyes offers some of his own wisdom to his fellow Mariners. “My advice to any upcoming college students, is that never believe that you have too many people in your lives. There is always room for more laughs, more tears, and mistakes and blurry nights!”
By: Kynder Ganoe
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SPORTS SPOTLIGHT: Kyra White c/o 2019 Kyra White is a current sophomore that plays as a middle blocker for CCGA’s winning volleyball team. In 2015, she was named SSAC first-team all conference and received the SSAC Attacker of the Week award. She was also named to the AVCA All-Region Team. She shines bright for our December Sport’s Spotlight for her teamwork efforts at the recent Opening Round of the 2016 NAIA Volleyball National Championship. It was hosted at CCGA against St. Andrews College with White contributing six powerful attacks.
GET TO KNOW KYRA WHITE
Hometown: Chicago, IL. I have lived there my entire life. Favorite sport to watch: Basketball. I come from a basketball family so I have grown up watching it. My dad is a basketball coach so I have been going to the gym with him since I was probably about 5 years old.
Worst feeling: I hate feeling stressed. I’m pretty easy going and don’t really stress that much, so if I am stressing out it overwhelms me. What’s most important in your life right now? School is the most important thing to me right now.
Favorite food: No question, it’s pasta. I love my mother’s homemade pasta! Preferably a red sauce, but I will eat any pasta. Is the glass half empty or half full: Half full. I’m a pretty positive person. Favorite type of music: I don’t really have a favorite type of music. I just love all music. I go from Kanye to Luke Bryan to Calvin Harris to Frank Sinatra.
Kyra White (4) against Loyala University
Favorite feeling in the world: My favorite feeling in the world is the happiness I have when I get to eat a home cooked meal, especially if it is my mother’s. Dream Job: I would love to own a business one day! I am not really sure what kind of business I would want to own, but that’s definitely the dream.
By: Sam Doppke
DEC-JAN
UPCOMING SPORTS EVENTS Women’s Basketball
Saturday, Dec. 10 Vs Thomas University 8:30 PM
Men’s Basketball
Sunday, Dec. 11 Vs Armstrong State University 4:00 PM
Thursday, Dec. 15 @ Edward Waters 6:00 PM
Thursday, Dec. 15 Vs Webber International 6:00 PM
Thursday, Dec. 29 @ Bethel University 6:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 17 @ Presbyterian College 2:00 PM
Saturday, Dec. 31 @ Martin Methodist 3:00 PM
Thursday, Dec. 29 @ Bethel University 8:30 PM
Thursday, Jan. 5 Vs Blue Mountain College 5:30 PM
Saturday, Dec. 31 @ Martin Methodist 5:00 PM By: Sam Doppke
Sports
VOLLEYBALL ROUNDUP
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The Mariners’ Volleyball Season Comes to a Close: By: Sam Doppke
After what has been an outstanding 2016 season for the College of Coastal Georgia’s Volleyball team, it has come to a close with a 3-0 loss to Montana Tech in its final pool match at the final site of the NAIA Volleyball National Championship. The No. 24 ranked Orediggers (25-10) were able to defeat the Mariners (30-10) by scores of 25-17, 25-19, 27-25. These women went out and did something that has never been done in the history of Coastal Georgia Volleyball. The women made history with an electrifying 3-2 victory over Georgetown (KY) in its second pool play match at the final site of the NAIA Volleyball National Championship. Coastal Georgia lost the first two sets and managed to survive four match points in the third set before winning 31-29 “Our goal all year was to make it to the final site of the national tournament, and actually win a game” said senior Cayley Meiners referring to the historic game against Georgetown. “We worked so hard all season to keep that in mind and even though we still didn’t make it out of pool play, it was awesome to turn the corner for this program by winning that match” Meiners added.
This season was one to remember and these women will look to build off what happens to be their third season in a row with at least 30 wins. This team knew from the very first practice when the season started that nothing was going to be easy. “Nothing was handed to us and we had to work harder than ever before to get to where we made it to. We grew so much as a team throughout this season” said middle blocker, Kyra White, reflecting on this season. “I think we ended on a really good note and we want to build of this heading into the next season,” she continued. The Mariners claimed their third consecutive SSAC tournament title during this season in coach Mihm’s first season. The fact that the season is over just has the Mariners ready for the 2017 so they can work hard to go even further than they did this season. It was a season to remember in the Coastal Georgia area and has everybody in the college excited about what the future holds.
Senior defensive specialist, Alyssa Keeve (18)
Freshman Outside Hitter, Kayla Gadberry (14)
BASKETBALL
SEASON S TARTS
Freshman Guard, Jordan Lewis (5)
Kacie Palo (10)
Freshman Guard, Isaiah Gibson (4)
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