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FALLSTON - For the second straight Friday night, Perryville went on the road to play the role of homecoming spoiler. Facing a previously 4-2 Fallston Cougar team, riding back-to-back double-digit series wins, the

Panthers were dominant from the outset in their 34-9 win. The possibility of an upset was in the air from the start, when the Cougars opening drive went nowhere. With their senior running back Ethen Gunter a little banged up, Perryville

turned to freshman Jordan Jones to provide the spark for the running game. “Jordon was stepping up in situations for us and he got the opportunity and took advantage of it,” said Perryville Head Coach Sean Sandora, before plugging the play of his defense. “Our

D-line, I am very proud of them. In previous weeks we have struggled with mobile quarterbacks, and we were able to keep him contained and in the pocket and put some pressure on him.” All the offensive position players had a hand in the victory, but it was the

defense that kept Fallston on the run most of the night. Led by Tyshaun Johnson’s 12.5 tackles, nine of them solo, the Panthers forced two fumbles, two sacks, five tackles for a loss and a pair of interceptions that included a Pick-6 by Gunter. Perryville stymied an offense that had put up at least 20 points in every game this season and kept them out of the end zone until the fourth quarter. Except for a field goal after the trickery of

onside kick to start the second half, followed by successful fake punt, Fallston was stuck in neutral until the game was out of reach. On the offensive side of the ball, Jones had two rushing touchdowns on 12 carries for 84 yards. After the breakout performance by the freshman, Jones wanted to give credit to Gunter and his mentorship. “It feels good. He (Gunter) continued on A-4

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PERRYVILLE PANTHERS FOOTBALL

Season Record: 3-3 2023 SCHEDULE

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really teaches me a lot that I do. I really just want to give him the credit, because he just teaches me basically everything,” said Jones, before thanking his offensive line as well. “My line, they were opening up everything. I love them boys.” The air attack was also on point for the Panthers, with Ty Patchell connecting on 10 of 12 passes for 110 yards, and a touchdown strike Kyle Richards. After a 34-yard jump ball catch by Richards got Perryville into the red zone, the senior wideout skied over a Cougar defender to haul in his first touchdown of the night.

Richards also broke a handful of tackles taking the kick return after Fallston’s field goal back for a touchdown. “Kyle Richards is coming into his own. He is a phenomenal football player and a great young man,” said Sandora. “He is just starting to believe in himself and is doing great job for us.” The win moved Perryville to 4-3 on the season with another travel game against Bohemia Manor this week. The Panthers are 3-0 on the road and will face the 5-2 Eagles, who are coming off a 28-18 win on homecoming night against Havre de Grace.

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RISING SUN TIGERS FOOTBALL

Season Record: 1-6 2023 SCHEDULE

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NORTH EAST INDIANS FOOTBALL

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RISING SUN TIGERS FOOTBALL

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PERRYVILLE FIELD HOCKEY CELEBRATES SENIOR NIGHT

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PERRYVILLE–Playing in a tightly-played, defensive battle, Perryville had few high-quality scoring chances against visiting Harford Tech in the teams’ UCBAC field hockey contest Wednesday evening. The Panthers made the most of their limited chances with a pair of first half goals before holding off a late surge from the Cobras to earn a 2-1 victory on Senior Night. “In practice, we’ve been working on making dynamic shots and setting each other up to move the ball and have better angled shots, so when we do get a shot, we’re capitalizing on,” Perryville head coach Janet Candy said . “We have a saying, ‘it’ll be there,’ which is basically the more we practice it, the more it will be there.” The Panthers capitalized on their first scoring chance of the game midway through the first quarter when the ball was passed in front of the cage in the

middle of heavy traffic, and Rileigh Manthei gathered the shot and shot it into the cage to give Perryville a 1-0 lead. Manthei, a senior, had been waiting for this game ever since she started with the Panthers and pictured that she would find a way to get on the board on Senior Night. “It feels great. It’s kind of like a dream. I imagined this night for four years and getting a goal was a part of that dream,” Manthei said. After Manthei’s goal, neither team could really establish any type of rhythm with possession for the remainder of the first half as both defenses pressured the ball handler well throughout, limiting scoring chances. That changed late in the second quarter when Perryville pushed the ball down deep inside Harford Tech’s cage, and that push eventually led to a penalty getting called, setting up a penalty stroke. Jenna Clark was called on to take the shot, and she rocketed the shot to

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her right and into the net to give the Panthers a 2-0 lead with 1:44 left in the second quarter. Clark said that the way Perryville takes penalty strokes in practice helped her against the Cobras. “When we started out, she (Candy) has us take shots farther in practice, so I’m like, ‘I have to put some power into this. I got this.’ We practice this every day, and I’m really proud of my-

self,” Clark said. Perryville’s defense did a good job preventing Harford Tech from getting quality scoring chances until the last minute of the third quarter when Emma Wrzosek deposited a shot into the cage to make it 2-1. The Panthers survived two strong scoring chances in the final minute to hold on to the win.

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Cross County Division Championships

By Sarah Villatoro and Katie Callaghan

PERRYVILLE - As the Cross Country season draws to a close, the Susquehanna Division Championships took place at Perryville Park on Tuesday, October 10th. It

was thrilling to see the participants from Elkton, Perryville, North East, and Bohemia Manor High Schools put in their best efforts and compete with such determination. It was truly an inspiring event that celebrated the athletes' hard work and

dedication. In the girls' Varsity Race, Elkton High School scored second place with 68 points, while Perryville High School came in fourth with 96 points, followed by Bohemia Manor High School in fifth place with 98 points.

Leanna Rodgers from North East won first place (20:24), Alexandria Mack from North East came in third (21:42.3), followed by Skylar Pizzulli from Bohemia Manor (22:14.59), and Emma Huss from Ekton secured sixth place (23:53.4). In the boy's Varsity race, Bohemia Manor High School scored first place with 34 points, North East High School scored fourth with 116 points, followed by

Elkton High School with 128 points, and Perryville High School with 153 points. Kenai Black from Bohemia Manor scored second place (17:44), John Conley from Bohemia Manor scored fourth place (17:55.9), followed by Ethan Dell also from Bohemia Manor in 5th (17:57.59), Daniel Katz from North East scored ninth place (18:10.9) followed by Jason Wolfenden from Bohemia Manor in tenth place

(18:21.5). The sports community is looking forward to more amazing results from our athletes. In upcoming meets the UCBAC Championships will be hosted at Churchville Rec Center on Tuesday, October 24th. All Cecil County Schools will be competing at this upcoming meet with heightened competition awaiting. Good luck!

Rising Sun Cross County Team competes in Chesapeake Division Championships By Katie Callaghan and Sar- 9th overall with a time of ah Villatoro 20:13.2. Her teammate Junior Katie Callaghan placed CHURCHVILLE - This week 22nd with a time of 21:37.7. in Cross Country Rising Abigail Spero placed 31st Sun High school competed and completed the course at the Chesapeake Division in 23:10.4. Sarah Villatoro Championships which were and Isabelle Griffith placed hosted at Churchville Rec 40th and 44th with times of Center on Tuesday, Octo- 24:25.2 and 24:55.9 respecber 10th. The Chesapeake tively. Division Championships In the Boys Varsity race, are known for being a meet Rising Sun boys placed home to heightened compe- 7th with 123 points. Junior tition, and the runners were Niklas Haraldsson placed excited to show their skills at 14th overall with a time this competitive meet. of 17:15.6. His teammate In the Girls Varsity race, Matthew McKay placed Rising Sun girls placed 17th with a time of 17:24.4. 6th with 129 points. Fresh- Junior Landen Milloway man Mikayla Horst placed placed 21st with a time of

17:38.1. Following was Anthony McGonigle in 34th finishing in 18:09.5. Jakob Edwards was the 5th finisher for Rising Sun earning 37th and finishing with a time of 18:25.7. The sports community is looking forward to more amazing results from our athletes. In upcoming meets the UCBAC Championships will be hosted at Churchville Rec Center on Tuesday, October 24th. All Cecil County Schools will be competing at this upcoming meet with heightened competition awaiting. Good luck!

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CECIL COUNTY PARKS & REC CALENDAR FOR THE KIDS 2ND ANNUAL CAR SHOW

Cecil County Parks and Recreation is sponsoring their second annual Car Show to be held on September 23rd at Rising Sun High School. All types of vehicles can register for this show that will run from 10am - 2pm. Food Vendors, Music, 50/50’s, and up to 500 vehicles of all shapes, sizes, and years. Parking will be at Rising Sun High School with all the festivities taking place at the Cecil Arena. Entrance will be at the Rising Sun High School, 100 Tiger Drive, North East, MD 21901. Vehicle check-in is 9am - 1pm. We have over 700 paved spots on location. Register your vehicle with a $15 donation that will help support the Cecil County Parks and Recreation Scholarship fund. Fee Increases to $20 after 9/15. Rain Date is Sunday, September 24th.

CECIL COUNTY WRESTLING TECHNIQUE CAMP The Cecil County Wrestling Technique Camp will be put on by the Elkton High School wrestling coaches in conjunction with Cecil County Parks and Rec from September 18th - September 22nd from 5-7 pm. The camp will focus on takedowns, set ups, pinning combinations, throws, and extra techniques in between. The camp will not be focusing on conditioning or weight cutting. The goal is for kids to learn and retain information. Open to ages 5 - 18 and held at the Elkton HS gym, the camp will cost $20. *IF YOU ENROLL AFTER 9/10, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A CAMP SHIRT*

LIL KICKERS PRE-SCHOOL SOCCER Let’s learn to dribble, kick, and score a goal! Let’s play Soccer, for ages 2 to 4 yrs. old. Parents do have to stay on site and can join in on the fun! Athletes will learn the beginning skills to play a game of soccer, this session will run for 6 weeks. When 9/25 to 10/30 12:15pm to 1:00pm Location: The Cecil Arena Cost: $35

HOME SCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAM FOR AGES 5 to 9 yrs. old Cecil County Parks and Rec will host a physical education 4-week program beginning September 25th for home school students. The program will be engaging for all students using sport, exercise, and activities in a social, fun, and safe environment to support homeschool students with their physical education requirements. When: 9/25 to 10/19 Monday and Thursdays 1:15pm to 2:15pm Location: The Cecil Arena Cost: $50 for the 8 sessions

HOME SCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAM FOR AGES 10 TO 14 YRS. OLD Cecil County Parks and Rec will host a physical education 4-week program beginning September 25th for home school students. The program will be engaging for all students using sport, exercise, and activities in a social, fun, and safe environment to support homeschool students with their physical education requirements. When:9/26 to 10/20 Tuesday and Friday 1:15pm to 2:15pm Location: The Cecil Arena Cost: $50 for the 8 sessions

ELEMENTARY MOVERS DRAMA @ BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY Has anyone ever said you’re dramatic? If so, then consider signing up for Elementary Movers Drama. The primary goal of the club would be to introduce drama concepts to children to stimulate creative growth, improve communication skills, and develop emotional intelligence. Each week we would begin with fun warmup activities such as vocal games, mimicking games in which students copy each other’s movements, improv based on characters in images, and snapshots--participants are asked to pose for a picture while imagining they are in a specific environment. With an end of session public performance Nov 14th. When: 9/26 to 11/14 from 3:45 to 5pm directly after school Cost: $35

When: Oct. 10th to Nov 14th Tuesday 3:45 pm to 5pm directly after school, with a playday on Nov 18th at Calvert Regional Park Cost: $32 The North East Wrestling Program is for wrestlers ages 5 and Location: Holly Hall Elementary School up. Held at North East Middle School, wrestlers will practice on Wednesdays from 6-8 pm starting October 4th through November ELEMENTARY MOVERS SOCCER 1st. Wrestlers will transition to a 4 day practice schedule (Mon@ CECILTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL day, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) evenings starting November 6th from 6 -8:00 pm. The program will conclude on March Elementary Movers Soccer will be offered for 6 weeks in the Fall, 14th. The registration fee for the season is $100. starting Thursday, October 12th. Movers will consist of six (6) weeks of practice, one (1) practice per week, with a Play Day DROP-IN PICKLEBALL at the end of the program. Practices will run from dismissal until 5:00pm at the school. Practice will be held weekly on Tuesdays. Cecil County Parks and Recreation will be offering a Tuesday End of Season Play Day scheduled for November 18th at Calvert night Pickleball Drop-in at Rising Sun Middle School from 6-9 pm, Regional Park. Teams will only have a maximum of 25 players, so starting Tuesday, October 3rd. The cost of the drop in is $5 per register early to ensure your child’s spot! person or you can purchase access to all 10 sessions for $25. Cost of the program is $32 and includes a Team T-Shirt for use Online registration is not accepted for daily drop in but is accept- during Play Day. ed for full session purchase. Ages 16 and over. When: Oct. 12th to Nov 16th Thursday 3:45 pm to 5pm directly after school, with a playday on Nov 18th at Calvert Regional Park Cost: $32 DROP-IN VOLLEYBALL Location: Cecilton Elementary School Cecil County Parks and Recreation will be offering a Wednesday night Volleyball Drop-in at Perryville Middle School from 6-9 pm, ELEMENTARY MOVERS YOGA starting Wednesday, October 4th. The cost of the drop in is $5 @ ELK NECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL per person or you can purchase access to all 10 sessions for $25. Online registration is not accepted for daily drop in but is accept- This class gives elementary participants an opportunity to build ed for full session purchase. Ages 16 and over. focus, strength, flexibility, mindfulness, and self-management. These classes will include age-appropriate yoga and movementDROP-IN BASKETBALL including breathing, easy yoga poses, relaxation, meditation, and more. Participants will get to practice these techniques and begin Drop-in basketball will be held each Wednesday from 6-9 to learn mindfulness and breathing/calming tools. pm at Cherry Hill Middle School. The cost of drop in is $5. When: Oct 12th to Nov 23rd Thursdays from 3:45pm to 5pm diYou can purchase an all-session pass for $25 that allows rectly after school access to all 10 sessions. All session passes are available Location: Elk Neck Elementary School for purchase online only. Cost: $32

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PRE-SCHOOL SEASONS THROUGH FOOD, ART AND COLORS Seasons through Food, Art, and Colors is a Pre-School Program that introduces everyone to the magic of all four seasons. Come explore the four seasons through season themed adventures, food, and art projects. You will complete a four-canvas piece wall art over the course of the program. We encourage you to place your name on the waiting list as we will try to accommodate additional children. The program will run for a total of six weeks on Wednesdays, October 4th, 11TH, 18TH, 25TH and Nov. 1st & 8th. From 9:15am to 10:00 am Location: The Rising Sun Community Center Cost: $55

SOFT STICK LACROSSE FOR AGES 4 TO 8 YRS. OLD Soft Sticks Lacrosse is a six-week skill-based instructional clinic that will focus on teaching lacrosse fundamentals and stick skills to boys and girls who are new to the sport. This program is for ages 4-8 and will run from 10-11a.m on Sunday mornings. Every participant will also receive a starter stick! The Registration Fee for this program is $40 per participant. The program will be taught at the Cecil Arena, please view the schedule tab for more details.

ELEMENTARY MOVERS SOCCER @ CHARLESTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary Movers Kickball will be offered for 6 weeks in the Fall, starting Monday, October 9th. Movers will consist of six (6) weeks of practice, one (1) practice per week, with a Play Day at the end of the program. Practices will run from dismissal until 5:00pm at the school. Practice will be held weekly on Mondays. End of Season Play Day scheduled for November 18th at Calvert Regional Park. Teams will only have a maximum of 25 players, so register early to ensure your child’s spot! Cost of the program is $32 and includes a Team T-Shirt for use during Play Day. When: Oct. 9th to Nov 13th Mondays 3:45 pm to 5pm directly after school, with a playday on Nov 18th at Calvert Regional Park Cost: $32 Location: Charlestown Elementary School

ELEMENTARY MOVERS SOCCER @ HOLLY HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary Movers Soccer will be offered for 6 weeks in the Fall, starting Tuesday, October 10th. Movers will consist of six (6) weeks of practice, one (1) practice per week, with a Play Day at the end of the program. Practices will run from dismissal until 5:00pm at the school. Practice will be held weekly on Tuesdays. End of Season Play Day scheduled for November 18th at Calvert Regional Park. Teams will only have a maximum of 25 players, so register early to ensure your child’s spot! Cost of the program is $32 and includes a Team T-Shirt for use during Play Day.

WELCOME TO PICKLEBALL Cecil County Parks and Recreation will be offering a Pickleball clinic for beginners. This clinic will be focused on learning the game of pickleball. It is designed for players that are new to the game. Location: Calvert Regional Park - Pickleball Courts When: Oct 15th 12pm to 2pm Cost: $25

JR. WRESTLING - ELKTON The Elkton Jr Wrestling Program is for wrestlers ages 5 and up. Held at Elkton High School, wrestlers will practice on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-7:30 pm starting October 24th through mid-March. The registration fee for the season is $45.00.

HALLOWEEN CHAIR CLASS Get a great workout while listening to music and learning some new dance moves! This Halloween Themed Chair Class is instructed by fitness trainer Danielle Ford and will be held Friday, October 20th, from 6:00-7:00 pm at the Rising Sun Community Center. Drop-ins are welcome but space is limited. The cost of the class is $15.

GIRLS LACROSSE HIGH SCHOOL FALL BALL We are happy to be offering an Advanced High School Girls Lacrosse Clinic this Fall. The program is geared to training experienced high school lacrosse players (grades 9-12) to help prepare them for their High School Spring season. Athletes in the 8-week program will run high school/college level lacrosse drills, focus on footwork, stickwork, ball movement, shooting and scrimmages. Set to take place at the Cecil Arena on Tuesdays starting October 24 and it will run for 8 weeks until Tuesday, December 12. The cost for this program is $42. Girls should bring their own gear. The Cecil Arena is a “No Cleats” facility. When: Oct 24th to Dec 12th Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm Location: The Cecil Arena Cost: $42

JR. WRESTLING – RISING SUN The Rising Sun Junior Wrestling program is for wrestlers ages 5 - 14. This program will be held in the Auxiliary gymnasium of Rising Sun High School. The practices will be Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday nights from 6 -8:30 pm. Practices will meet starting November 6th. The Registration fee for wrestling is $75.00. *Advanced (2+ years of experience)- Monday 6-7:30 p.m., Tuesday 7-8:30 p.m. and Thursday 7-8:30 p.m. Novice- Tuesday 6-7:00 p.m. and Thursday 6-7:00 p.m.*

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WALLACE WINS THIRD STRAIGHT COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP

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MIDDLETOWN, DE - The match was all but over, with just two groups remaining on the course at the annual Cecil County Golf Championships at Back Creek Golf Course, and North East’s Noah Wallace had already moved on to the next big golf thing. Wallace had just fired off a 3-under 68 to win his third straight title in the

event and his mind was on his short game and a chance to make history by becoming the first male golfer to win three state titles in a row. “After I finished, I was out there sharpening up my game around the greens,” said Wallace. “Short game is definitely a factor for my success and a key to get-

ting another state championship.” Wednesday’s tournament in Middletown, Delaware was a site for a couple more repeat champions, with Rising Sun’s team wrangling their fourth straight county title by two strokes with a team total of 528. Perryville made a match of it when their last golfer out on the

course, Zach Vanbergen, came in with an 84 to lower his team’s total to 530. Lucas Kilgore finished tied for third with an 81 to lead Rising Sun in scoring. Andrew Kidd also posted an 84 as his team’s top score. The final repeat on the day was Tome School senior Karina Serio. In the final match of her high school ca-

reer, Serio needed a par-par finish to break 80 for the first time in competition. With a two-putt from 60-feet on the last, she carded a 79 to earn her third straight county championship as well as low girl golfer and solo in second place overall. “This tournament was very sentimental, not just because it was my last time

playing in a high school tournament, but also because I realized it was the end of being a part of my team,” said Serio, a four-year starter for Tome. “I’m incredibly proud of not only how far my team has come this year, but the past four years.” continued on C-2

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As a student at a private school, Serio won’t be able to join her fellow Cecil County golfers in the MPSSAA 1A/2A Golf Championship on October 23-25 in College Park. She wasn’t the only one aware this was their last high school match with golfers they started playing against at the height of the pandemic. “Me and the other seniors all talked before the match how this was our last event in the county and what it meant to us,” said Wallace. “It was awesome to end my last Cecil County tournament on a high note. It’s been cool to see players grow through the game

across the county and on my team.” Kilgore and Bohemia Manor’s Braden Paris will join the entire North East team in College Park. Wallace will be joined at the University of Maryland Golf Course by teammates Wyatt Cudmore, Brandon Kristovich, Brysen Keithley and Addison Groce. Wallace gave a shout out to the hard work he has seen this year. “It has been a great experience. Everyone around me is playing for the same reason, to get better. Especially a player like Brandon Kristovich,” sauid Wallace. “He joined as a sophomore and now as a senior is going to compete in a state championship.”

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CecilCountySportsWeekly.com TEAM RESULTS: Rising Sun 528 Perryville 530 North East 547 Bohemia Manor 597 Tome 646 Elkton 359

INDIVIDUAL RESULTS: 1. Noah Wallace (68) North East 2. Karina Serio (79) Tome T-3. Wyatt Cudmore (81) North East T-3. Lucas Kilgore (81) Rising Sun T-5. Caiden Jordan (84) Rising Sun T-5. Andrew Kidd (84) Perryville T-5. Zach Vanbergen (84) Perryville 8. Evan Wilson (85) Bohemia Manor T-9. Jared Eldreth (86) Perryville T-9. Ben Adams (86) Rising Sun T-11. Brody Means (89) Bohemia Manor T-11. Braden Paris (89) Bohemia Manor T-11. Parker Givens (89) Perryville 14. Bradley Dietz (90) Rising Sun 15. Brunson Vannoy (91) Perryville

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BATTLE OF THE NUMBER ONES - RISING SUN vs PERRYVILLE NORTH EAST - The Class 2A East leading Rising Sun Tigers Girls Soccer Team hosted the Class 1A East leading Perryville Panthers on Tuesday where spectators were able to watch two of the best soccer teams meet for the only time this year. The Tigers entered the contest with an undefeated 8-0 record and the Panthers with an 8-1 record. The Tigers would ultimately come out on top with a 42 victory behind goals by Payton Rasnake, Cami Mink and two goals by Tori Heath. Senior Goalie Izzy Covert had 10 saves in the match while Rising Sun took 21 shots on goal with three corner kicks. With Perryville being in the 1A Division and Rising Sun in 2A Each team only has two games remaining on the regular season schedule. Perryville will travel to C Milton Wright on Oct 17 then host Aberdeen on Oct 19. Rising Sun will play Fallston at home on Oct 16 before traveling to North East on Tuesday where the Tigers will be looking to finish the County Sweep against the Indians.

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NORTH EAST SR NIGHT vs PERRYVILLE

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NORTH EAST–Perryville possessed the ball for most of its UCBAC boys’ soccer contest against host North East but knew going in that the best way to score was to attack quickly after regaining possession. The Panthers did just that as they scored two goals right after they won possession and a third on a set piece with Dylan Sayer scoring all three goals to defeat the Indians 3-0 Thursday night.

“I wouldn’t say we had few opportunities as we had the ball in their defensive third for most of the match. (North East) plays such a direct style trying to get balls in behind the back line where they are basically giving us the ball,” Perryville head coach Chris Tome said. “Then, we either turn that into a counterattack because they are pushed too high up the field, or we try to possess the ball and get it into the corner,” Tome added. “We decided to attack the flanks and get guys

into the corners, and that’s where our goal scoring opportunities came from.” Perryville controlled possession for much of the first half but did not find the back of the net until the final three minutes of the first half. Sayer received a pass after the Panthers regained possession in the final third and rocketed a shot that deflected into the net to make it 1-0, and Sayer said when he received the ball, he had a strong idea what he wanted to do.

“One of my teammates passed me the ball, and I knew exactly what I wanted to do with a man on my back,” Sayer said. “I knew where the goal was, so I turned, shot the ball in and hoped it would go in, and it did.” The Panthers carried that momentum into the second half, and Sayer made it 2-0 when he scored off a corner kick set piece just two minutes into the second half. Perryville continued to control possession for the

remainder of the game, and whenever North East was on the attack, the Panthers quickly pressued the ball and regained possession to limit the Indians from getting scoring chances. That aggressive pressure from Perryville after losing possession is something that Tome emphasizes throughout the season. “We train at such a high rate, and it’s always my first priority is when we lose the ball, we win it right back,” Tome said. “If we could put their head down and pres-

sure right away, it doesn’t allow them to see the target players. Our philosophy is as soon as we lose the ball, we win it back.” Sayer put the game out of reach in the game’s waning minutes when his long range shot went by a charging goalkeeper in the 86th minute to make it 3-0.

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MARYLAND 5STAR RETURNS TO FAIR HILL THIS WEEKEND The Triathlon of Equestrian Sports

Baltimore, Md. – The third edition of the MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory is this weekend at Fair Hill and event organizers with Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland have been hard at work putting final touches on one of the most illustrious equestrian events in the United States and the world. Hailed as an equestrian triathlon featuring an international field of riders and their horses with four days of Eventing competition featuring Dressage (Thursday-Friday), Cross-Country (Saturday), and Show Jumping (Sunday) set to take place, along with an outstanding array of special events, entertainment and attractions throughout the weekend geared towards the entire family, makes the Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill

the premier destination this October. All of the excitement takes place in Elkton, Maryland, part of Cecil County, where visitors will discover the fall beauty, small town charm, award-winning restaurants and so much more that the county has to offer. Tickets for this spectacular event, powered by Tixr, are still available, including a variety of single and multiday packages, providing access to all of the Event grounds. Reserved Seating and General Admission (GA) tickets start at just $15 (GA tickets are free for kids 10 and under). One of the more popular packages going fast are the reserved tailgating packages during the exhilarating Cross-Country phase held on Saturday of the event. For those looking for a front

row seat for all the action, visitors can enjoy the ropeside hospitality tent with plenty of comfortable covered seating in the Sawmill Waterfront Club on Saturday as well. Presented by Quarry View Building Group, the Sawmill Waterfront Club provides an exclusive experience with stunning views of Fair Hill. For an enhanced experience, guests can make the most of their time at the Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill with a Johnnie Walker VIP Hospitality Tier 1 East 4-day package. This package includes access to a gorgeous, glass-enclosed hospitality tent overlooking the Main Arena, featuring delicious food and an open bar with signature cocktails from Diageo brands the beverage sponsor of the event. Additionally, guests will have a covered, reserved

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Tequila and more featured throughout the weekend. On Sunday guests will be able to join CCI3* & CCI5* riders in their victories with a winner’s toast with Korbel Champagne in the Club. Throughout the weekend, guests can take in an array of fantastic special events and entertainment attractions for the entire family. Guests 21 years and older are invited to experience the Local Beer, Wine & Spirits Expo by Bog Turtle Brewery & Elk River Brewing Company on Saturday, October 21 as both will be featuring a custom beer, designed just for the event. The BWS Expo is now included with a Saturday ticket purchase. The Fresh Food Fest held in partnership with Upper Shore Regional Council will be serving up fresh, locally sourced

food on Sunday, along with a selection of delicious food trucks throughout the venue. Admission to the area is free with purchase of any valid Sunday ticket. New this year is the Kids’ Zone, packed with fun and engaging activities for the Maryland 5 Star’s youngest fans. Kids of all ages are welcome to join us in the Hill Side Area to find their way through the hay maze, meet and learn about some of the most famous horses of all-time at the Hall of Champions and more. Amid the excitement of the Show Jumping phase on Sunday of the event, an adorable pack of corgis will take the field for the Maryland Corgi Cup presented by Major League Eventing, in pursuit of the coveted title: Fastest Corgi in Maryland. And new for 2023, the introduction of MD5Star Radio powered by Brown Advi-

sory. Fans will have the opportunity for the first time to purchase a radio (earpiece) in advance of and during the event (based upon availability) and listen to all of the same commentary from the live broadcasts and stream throughout the competition. In addition to the CCI5* action, guests can also watch the very best in competition with champions being crowned during three of the four days of competition with the USEF CCI3 Star-Long National Championship taking place each morning during event week, along with the USEA East Coast Nationals for Young Event Horses, ages 4 and 5 on Thursday and Friday. Adding to the excitement is that this year’s event serves as an Olympic Qualifying Event and U.S. Selection Trial for the Paris Olympics in 2024.

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What is Eventing? The Ultimate Test of Horse & Rider Eventing is best described as an equestrian triathlon. The sport originated as a cavalry test and is comprised of three phases. It is also one of the few sports where men and women compete alongside one another as equals, even at the Olympic level. The pinnacle level of the sport of eventing is the 5 star designation.

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The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse (YEH) East CCI5* Cross Country Coast Championships Presented by Dubarry of Ireland 1st Ride @1:35 PM EST YEH 4 & 5 Year Old(YO) Dressage & Conformation: 8 AM EST Lead Line Pony Racing Between CCI3* & CCI5*, approximately 12:15 PM EST Fair Hill Race Track along the rails/in front of the Grandstands YEH 4 Y.O. Jumping: 10 AM EST YEH Jumping Area in Timber Field Shetland Pony Racing After CCI5*, approximately 4:15 PM EST YEH 4 Y.O. Awards Ceremony (Approx. 5pm)

October! Dressage

Dressage is the first of three phases in eventing. From the French word meaning “training,” dressage was originally created to show the horse’s submission and ability to perform intricate movements required for cavalry exercises. Today’s dressage still demonstrates the graceful partnership of horse and rider through a sequence of movements, but now they are ridden in an enclosed arena and scored by judges. The goal remains very similar, that horse should demonstrate balance, rhythm, suppleness, and most importantly obedience.

Friday October 20th Highlight: Dressage & YEH5 East Coast Championships Main Gates: 8 AM EST CCI Competition CCI3* Dressage Day #2: 9 AM EST CCI5* Dressage Day #2: 2PM EST Main Arena

Fair Hill Race Track along the rails/in front of the Grandstands

Sunday October 22nd Highlight: Show Jumping, Corgis & Champions Main Gates: 8 AM EST

CCI Competition Second Horse Inspection presented by Dubarry of Ireland CCI3*: 8:30 AM EST CCI5*: immediately following The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse (YEH) East Jog Strip Coast Championships Presented by Dubarry of Ireland CCI3* Show Jumping: 10:30 AM EST YEH 5 Y.O. Jumping: 8AM – 5PM CCI3* & USEF CCI3* National Championship Awards: imYEH Jumping Area in Timber Field mediately following competition CCI5* Show Jumping: 2PM EST YEH 5 Y.O. Awards Ceremony (Approx 5PM) CCI5* Awards Ceremony: following end of competition and Main Arena Rescue Dog Parade Main Arena Maryland Corgi Cup presented by Major League Eventing Preliminary Heats starting at 9:45 AM EST or immediately following CCI5* Horse Inspection Final Rounds and Championship will be immediately following CCI3* awards Fair Hill Turf Track in Front of Grandstands

Cross Country The cross-country phase typically takes place on the second day of competition, but always after the dressage phase of the competition. Cross-country is the cornerstone of eventing and challenges the horse and rider’s bravery, fitness, and determination over varied terrain and solid obstacles. Carrying forward their penalty points from the dressage phase as their score, riders want to finish with the fewest penalties possible by jumping every fence on the first try, and finishing the course within the allotted time limit, which is known as optimum time.

Show Jumping The third phase, show jumping, tests horses and riders precision over a series of delicate fences made from colorful rails that are easily knocked down. This final phase tests the stamina and recovery of the horse after the challenging cross-country phase. Consisting of 12 to 15 jumps in an enclosed arena, show jumping requires exact riding as the slightest bump could cause a rail to fall, resulting in four penalty points. Competitors accumulate penalty points throughout the three phases, and the pair with the lowest score takes home top honors.

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By: Heather Dotson 6U kicking off the afternoon Pics by: MJ Taylor, Joanna against Bel Air. Skoronski 8U celebrated a huge 32-0 victory over Perry Hall, The rainy weather didn't with 10U upsetting Perry stop the Cecil Wolfpack Hall once again with a 6-0 from sealing some big wins win. during their Homecoming 11U also kept the Bel Air Weekend at Calvert Region- Terps to a scoreless game, al Park in North East last finishing with a score of 25Saturday. 0. Both, Noah Coursey and It was an actioned Ellay Laws had a big day packed day at the Wolf Den on the field with two touchfilled with several shut out downs each and Brayden games, starting with Flag Deshields adding a two point taking on Stembridge and conversion in the Pack's big

win.

12U took home an instant win due to a Stembridge forfeit. The team remains in the playoff hunt and looks healthy as they travel to Harford County this week. Be sure to check out next week's coverage of the Cecil Wolfpack Cheer Competition and more exciting games as the Wolfpack hits the road in an effort to keep their winning streak alive.

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Elktonians know that there is much to like about Elkton and its people. One might ask, has it always been so? One incident almost 150 years ago would seem to prove it true. One late summer day in Little Elk, a community beyond the western edge of Elkton proper, the children of a Mrs. Woodrow came in to tell her that a man in “soldier's clothes” was lying in a cart by the house. This good lady determined that he was ill, brought him into her house to tend him, and sent for a doctor. Meanwhile, officials at the Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Wilmington Railroad were frantically searching the countryside for a lost passenger, reported to have stepped off the train as it slowed to make the grade of Iron Hill. Somehow, James Clayton Shofner had made it from Iron Hill to Little Elk while in a state of delirium. He later said that when he stepped off the train he thought he was stepping out of his home, which turned out to be a farm in Mulberry, Lincoln County Tennessee. The “soldier's clothes” were the uniform of a West Point cadet, and Shofner was returning to the Academy to begin his third year. The railroad officials, being immensely relieved that their errant passenger had been found, arranged for Dr. R. C. Tuft of Elkton to care for him, and notification was sent to the school regarding the circumstances of Shofner's absence. The Post Commander, Thomas H. Ruger, placed the young man under Dr. Tuft's care until he could continue his journey. Dr. Tuft determined that Shofner was suffering from an attack of malaria, common in the United States at that time. Eventually, Shofner was moved to the house of Alexander Evans, an attorney and son of Dr. Amos EvJames Clayton Shofner. Photo courtesy of ans, who served as surgeon aboard the U. the 1927 Annual Report of the Association of Graduates of the U. S. Military Academy. S. S. Constitution during the War of 1812. Here he would complete his recovery before returning to West Point. So what, you may ask, happened to this inadvertent visitor to Elkton? The Tennessee farm boy graduated from West Point on June 14, 1877 as a 2nd Lieutenant and was assigned to the 21st Infantry. He was posted to Fort Vancouver, Washington Territory, then commanded by General O. O. Howard, where he participated in the Indian Wars of 1877-1879 in the Pacific Northwest. Shofner married in October of 1879, followed by the birth of his daughter in August of 1880. Shortly after this, he asked for and received a leave of absence. Perhaps now that he was a father, it was decided that he should not continue in a dangerous career. At any rate, he officially resigned on June 1, 1881, and the family moved to Portland, Oregon, where Shofner became a deputy county clerk. There are indications that he may have operated a business during this time as well. In 1887, Governor Sylvester Pennoyer (“His Eccentricity”, as he was dubbed by a local reporter at the time) appointed Shofner a brigadier general in the Oregon State Militia. Eventually, the militia became the Oregon National Guard, and Shofner rose to its command for a very brief time. During this time he was again operating a business while fulfilling his ONG duties, but he seems to have given that up to spend five years with the U. S. Engineers Department in Portland. In 1899, he opened a retail grocery business which operated from his home. By 1910, he was ready for something new, and he and his wife Annie moved to Sonoma, California where they owned and operated a fruit ranch. By this time, his four children were grown and stayed in Oregon. Annie died in July 1923. Records for James's second marriage in September, 1923 exist but no acknowledgment of the second Mrs. Shofner is made in any obituary or biographical information available. In any case, the marriage did not last long, as James Shofner died in November of 1926 after a long illness. And what of Mrs. Woodrow, the kindly woman who took in a sick stranger? No further information could be found of this lady. One hopes that the onetime West Point cadet she helped spared a thought for her occasionally.

Trick or Treat on Main st. After parade NORTH ST.

by Carol Donache

LINE-UP: 6PM PARADE: 7PM

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Superintendent’s Update OCTOBER 13, 2023

Dear Families, As we begin the month of October, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the past couple of weeks and share some exciting updates from our school district. First and foremost, I am pleased to report that the start of the school year has been a tremendous success. The open houses were a great opportunity for families to connect with teachers and staff, and I've heard positive feedback from many of you about these events. Your engagement and support make a significant difference in our students' education, and we truly appreciate it. I'd also like to highlight the success of our "Girls in STEM" initiative for middle school students. This program aims to inspire and empower young women to pursue their interests in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The feedback from students and parents has been incredibly positive, and we are excited to see our young scholars excel in STEM-related fields. Furthermore, our recent college and career fair was a resounding success. It provided valuable opportunities for our high school students to explore their post-secondary options and connect with representatives from colleges, universities, and various career paths. We are committed to helping our students achieve their academic and career goals, and events like these are an integral part of that commitment.

NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH The Board of Education acknowledged the commendable work of our principals. In addition, the CCPSASA president, Erick Brown, Nikole Reckner, and Dr. Catrina Long accepted the recognition of National Principals Month.

COMMUNITY PARTNER OF THE MONTH Congratulations to Principio Asphalt for their generous donation of over fifty tons of milling to the car loop expansion project at Rising Sun Elementary School. Thank you to Jim Gawthrop for accepting the certificate of recognition.

Lastly, I'm thrilled to announce that Homecoming season for our high schools has officially begun. This is a time for our entire community to come together and celebrate our school spirit and pride. I encourage all families to join in the festivities and support our students during this exciting time. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. I look forward to the continued success and growth of our students throughout the school year.

NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK The Board of Education acknowledged the commendable work of our food and nutrition personnel. In addition, the Director of Food and Nutrition, Scott Heckert accepted the recognition of National School Lunch Week.

COMMUNITY SCHOOL COORDINATOR APPRECIATION WEEK The Board of Education acknowledged the commendable work of our Community School Advisors.

Sincerely, Jeffrey A. Lawson, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

FACILTIES PERSONNEL APPRECIATION WEEK

The Board of Education acknowledged the commendable work of our facilities personnel. In addition, Associate Director of Facilities, Thomas VanDyke, and Assistant in Facilities/Operations, Sharon Thompson accepted the recognition of Facilities Personnel Appreciation Week.

SCHOOL BUS SAFETY WEEK

The Board of Education acknowledged the commendable work of our transportation personnel. In addition, the Director of Transportation, Dr. Charles Helm accepted the recognition of School Bus Safety Week.

NATIONAL SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY AWARENESS WEEK

The Board of Education acknowledged the commendable work of our school psychologists. In addition, Supervising School Psychologists, Dr. J. Doug DiRaddo, Dr. Alexandra Gilbert, and Dana Kilroy accepted the recognition of National School Psychology Awareness Week.

Caring Hearts Scholarship supports Nursing Assistant students

NORTH EAST, Md.: The Cecil College Foundation is proud to announce the creation of the Caring Hearts Scholarship that will support students enrolled at Cecil College. This scholarship honors Edith T. “Sandy” McDonald and her son Paul Robert ‘Rob’ McDonald, who passed away within a six-month period earlier this year. The Caring Hearts Scholarship supports students enrolled in the Nursing Assistant (NA) program. Nursing Assistants work in a variety of health care settings and are the foundation of patient care. They work on the front lines, caring for patient’s daily needs. Upon

Upper Bay Ruritan Club provides eight scholarships to Cecil College students

CECILTON, Md.: Just as farmers aspire to be good stewards of the land they work, the Upper Bay Ruritan Club strives to be good stewards of the next generation of American citizens. For more than two decades, the Upper Bay Ruritan Club has provided scholarships for Bohemia Manor High School graduates who seek to realize their dreams of a better life through higher education. The Upper Bay Ruritan Club, located in Cecilton, Md., provided eight Cecil College students with $1,000 scholarships this fall. “It is very gratifying for us to have the opportunity to meet the students and help them fulfill their dreams,” said Upper Bay Ruritan Club President, Jeff Nickerson, who added that it is all about helping ‘these young people.’ “It is also such a pleasant experience to have them come out and have a meal with us and get to know them.”

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The Upper Bay Ruritan scholarships have helped students earn degrees that will enrich their lives and help Cecil County thrive. These scholarship recipients are pursuing degrees in nursing, elementary education, psychology, and bioproduction. Sarah Butkus is pursuing a degree in English with the goal of becoming a teacher. With an eye on attending Frostburg University, Salisbury University or Towson University, she has a strong belief that language skills are fundamental to success. The other recipients of these scholarships include Kylie Drupieski, Nursing; Taylor Morales-Sanchez, Nursing; Aira Sanchez, Nursing; Elliana Triantafillos, Nursing; Anastasia Frisone, Psychology; Kaiden McCleary, General Studies; and Logan Szewczyk, Bioproduction. Ruritan Clubs are service organizations located

in small towns and rural areas. Each club surveys the needs of its community and then works to meet some of those needs. The organization aims to achieve “Fellowship, Goodwill, and Community Service.” “The Upper Bay Ruritans have been such generous donors to the college for quite some time. You are making a tremendous impact in the lives of our students,” said Cecil College President, Dr. Mary Way Bolt. Organizations like the Upper Bay Ruritan Club have enabled the Cecil College Foundation to provide more than $421,000 in student scholarships. The Upper Bay Ruritan Club has provided more than $100,000 in scholarships in the past two decades through fundraising events.

successful completion of this program, students will be eligible to request certification (CNA) through the Maryland Board of Nursing and will sit for the Geriatric Nursing Assistant certification exam. The Caring Hearts Scholarship was established by family members Patrick McDonald, Patricia Zeigler, Paula Kestler, Pam Carcirieri, and Kandi McDonald to help Cecil College students realize success through academic achievements. “We lost both our mom, Sandy, and our brother, Rob, within a six-month period, and both needed hospice care before their passing. The Nursing Assistants

were integral in helping us manage their end-of-life care. This scholarship is being offered to show our appreciation for this critical career field and foster the need for passionate and caring individuals to help family members and our loved ones,” said Pam Carcirieri. To apply for this and other Cecil College scholarships, visit cecil.edu/scholarships. If you are interested in supporting a student through a tax-deductible gift, please contact the Cecil College Foundation at foundation@cecil.edu or visit cecil.edu/foundation.

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HAPPENING AT THE LIBRARY EVENTS Art Club Monday, October 23 at 3:30pm Cecilton Branch Library We have the supplies, you bring your creativity! No matter the skill level or preferred art style, this is your time to create art. Bring a current work-in-progress or create something new. Ages 11-17. Spooky Stamps Tuesday, October 24 at 3:30pm North East Branch Library Create a linoleum stamp and print in this interactive art class. Ages 11-17. The Newspaper Warrior: Sarah Winnemucca’s Campaign for American Indian Rights, 1861-1891 Perryville Branch Library Tuesday, October 24 at 6:30pm Carolyn Sorisio, professor of US literature at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, will share her research about the nineteenth-century Native American author and activist Sarah Winnemucca Hopkins. Spooky Scavenger Hunt Wednesday, October 25 at 6pm Rising Sun Branch Library Listen carefully to a spooky story and go on a scavenger hunt to solve the clues! Ages 11-17. Spooky Houses Wednesday, October 25 at 6pm Elkton Branch Library Use your imagination and the materials provided to decorate a fun and festive spooky house during this special event. For families with children ages 5-11. Iron Hill Museum Presents: Going Batty! Thursday, October 26 at 4:30pm Chesapeake City Branch Library Just in time for Halloween, learn about one of the smallest mammals-bats! Examine bat specimens, a bat house, and learn more about how to protect this threatened species. Ages 6-11. Music in the Library: Trimble & Sons Thursday, October 26 at 6:30pm Perryville Branch Library Learn about the history of cigar box guitars and how they are made. Then stick around to hear a rustic take on some bluegrass, folk, country and classic rock tunes! Music in the Library: Gladius Friday, October 27 at 6:30pm Elkton Branch Library Gladius is an award-winning composer and “accomplished classical/flamenco style guitarist” who soulfully “shreds on the electric”, sharing the bill with Grammy winners and mesmerizing audiences nationwide with his electrifying live act since 2016. ABC...Come Play with Me Saturday, October 28 at 11am North East Branch Library A themed playtime emphasizing preliteracy games, activities and toys. For families with children ages birth-5. Petrifying Poetry Monday, October 30 at 3:30pm North East Branch Library Celebrate Halloween with a spine-chilling reader’s theatre performance of Edgar Allan Poe’s poetry. Ages 11-17. Presented by Brandon Gorin of Milburn Stone Theatre. Native Plants & Trees Monday, October 30 at 6:30pm Cecilton Branch Library Master Naturalist Cara Dudzic will discuss which native plants support insects, birds and other wildlife, as well as the ‘Maryland 5 Million Trees’ initiative, which aims to plant new native trees by 2030. This program will take place at the Cecilton Community Center at Parklands (203 East Main Street).

All library events are free! Registration is required, unless otherwise noted. Register at any branch or online: www.cecilcountylibrary.org Library cards are free to all Maryland residents. Stop by any branch with photo ID to get signed up. Contact us: (410) 996-6269 | ask@cecilcountylibrary.org

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