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VOLUME 3 ISSUE 31 September 12, 2023 PUBLISHER: Sam Dixon MANAGING EDITOR/ SPORTS EDITOR: Sam Dixon cecilcountysportsweekly@gmail.com 717-538-0843 PHOTOGRAPHERS: Anthony Pompilii Chuck Auer Heather Dotson Jessica Montanez Karina Serio Ken Meyers Nathan Kline Sam Dixon Scott Serio WRITERS: Anthony Pompilii Katie Callaghan Karina Serio Kevin Phillips Sam Dixon Scott Serio

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“Not only did he run faster this year than at his first meet last year, he stayed with the bus to help coach unload all the tents, water jug, med kit and team bag. This is outstanding sportsmanship and means a ton. Sports is all about creating good humans, and Jake is a great example of a fantastic asset to our team!” - Coach McKay

“Cami scored our only two goals in our victory against North Harford, a very competitive team over the past few seasons. The second goal was off a direct free kick. Cami has proven herself as a leader on and off the field with her positive attitude, sportsmanship, and dedication to this team. She is a leader on the field with her quick ball skills, sharp passing, and team leading shots on goal.” - Coach Tosh

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NORTH EAST INDIANS FOOTBALL

Head Coach: Taylor Slaughenhoupt 2023 SCHEDULE Sep 1, 2023 VS Easton 7:00 PM L 6 - 38 Sep 8, 2023 VS Perryville 7:00 PM Sep 15, 2023 @ Bohemia Manor 7:00 PM Sep 22, 2023 VS Rising Sun 7:00 PM

INDIANS BATTLE PANTHERS FOR FIRST WIN OF SEASON BUT WEATHER PUTS IT ON HOLD.. TWICE!

NORTH EAST - The North East Indians and Perryville Panthers faced off in Week 2 of Football Season each with an 0-1 record. Heat and weather had played a part in rescheduling games all week and Friday night would not be any different. The game would be called due to lightning with one minute remaining in the third quarter. Perryville had just scored a touchdown and gained the lead in the game 20-14. Unable to continue play the teams rescheduled for Saturday at 6pm but that start time ended up not being early enough before an-

other severe storm woudl come through and stop play again with 7 minutes to go in the fourth quarter. At press time the game had still not been concluded but is scheduled to be continued on Monday Sept 11 at 4pm. The Indians trail the Panthers 28-14 and will have a tough path to victory needing atleast two touchdowns to send the game into over time.

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PERRYVILLE PANTHERS FOOTBALL

Head Coach: Sean Sandora

2023 SCHEDULE Sep 1, 2023 VS North Harford 7:00 PM L 14 - 31 Sep 8, 2023 @ North East 7:00 PM Sep 14, 2023 VS Patterson Mill 7:00 PM Sep 22, 2023 VS Aberdeen 7:00 PM Sep 29, 2023 VS Havre De Grace 7:00 PM Oct 6, 2023 @ Elkton 7:00 PM Oct 13, 2023 @ Fallston 7:00 PM Oct 20, 2023 @ Bohemia Manor 7:00 PM Oct 27, 2023 VS Rising Sun 7:00 PM

2023 ROSTER 1 Jayden Byard 2 Josiah Rose 3 Devin Clore 4 Ethen Gunter 5 Trevon Johnson 6 Kyle Richards 7 Jordan Coupling 8 Tayshawn Johnson 9 Jordon Jones 10 Davontae Clore 11 Blake Jones 12 Ty Patchell 13 Cameron Kestner 14 Joey Eggerling 15 Pierce Sponaugle 18 Grayson Ittner 20 Austin Vannostrand 22 Ben Clark 24 Jacob Donaldson 25 John Mettee 30 Bohdan Hamson 33 Isaiah Daley 44 Kylon Mitchell 50 Thomas Kilby 52 Josh Hicks 54 Josh Emory 55 Cy McCall 56 Noah Bailey 60 Charles Kilby 62 Dominic Alexander 65 Jake Berg 66 TJ Adams 66 Ronnie Hellman 88 Logan Shaw

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Lightning Delay Cuts Eagles vs Tigers Short

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Rising Sun, Md – Although lightning cut the Bohemia Manor Eagles vs Rising Sun football game short in the 3 rd quarter, it did not take the spark out of the game. The Bohemia Manor Eagles traveled to Rising Sun this past Friday, to face county rivals under the lights. With the Eagles coming off a huge win over the Kent County Trojans the previous week, they were looking to advance to 2-0. The Eagles started off the game extremely strong. After kicking off to the Tigers, the dominate Eagles defense forced a 4 th and 10, making the Tigers punt the ball. The Eagles offense did not hesitate to get hot quickly. Running back # 3, Xavier Granado put pressure on the Tiger defense fast. Granado broke free and had a 37-yard run on

the eagles opening drive. # 2 Nate Fleming finished off the drive with a 24-yard sweep down the sideline and into the endzone, putting the Eagles up early with a score of 7-0. The Eagles continued the momentum of defense by forcing another 3-and-out, forcing the Tigers to punt yet again. Just when the Tigers were on their back foot, # 3 John Horne of Rising Sun came up with an interception towards the end of the first quarter. This gave the Tiger’s some momentum on both sides of the ball. Standout player for the Tiger’s, # 33 Travis Bare, broke free with a 20-yard run into the endzone towards the end of the first quarter. Going into the second quarter, the score remained 7-6 with the Eagles ahead. Going into the second quarter, the game became a chess match. Both teams shut

down each other on both sides of the ball. Drive after drive it became a slow battle between both teams. There was not much action for most of the second quarter. Although both teams did have some moments, the score remained the same with the Eagles up going into the half, 7-6. The Eagles kicked off the second half of the game with # 2 Nate Fleming securing a long 35 yard run against the Tiger’s defense. This did not hold the Tiger’s down as they stopped the Eagles and forced a 4 th down. Just as they did this, lightning in the sky became extremely prevalent. The whole sky began to light up. The game was then put on hold and then postponed. The Eagles and Tigers will resume their battle on Monday, September 11 th .

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ELKTON– Tri-State Christian Academy entered its non-conference volleyball match against visiting Perryville enthusiastic at the opportunity to play against a public school within the

county. The Crusaders had the energy level it wanted in the opening stages to take control of the match and regained that energy at the end en route to sweeping (25-18, 25-21, 25-19) the Panthers.

“I think we fed off of our enthusiasm for playing our first real game against a public school, and they were really excited about that and fed off the energy,” Tri-State head coach Cinda Thomas said. The Crusaders rode

that initial burst of energy to establish control of the first game early as they jumped out to a 12-3 lead thanks to a pair of 6-0 runs, which were powered by accurate serves, and they never looked back, earning a 2518 victory and taking a 1-0

lead in the match. Two of the main reasons why Tri-State wanted to have a high energy level at the start was that it allows it to play with more confidence and at a tempo it is comfortable with. “We told the team be-

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other, it helps us build our confidence, and I think it helps us play the game at a faster pace. We like to play really energetically.” The second game between Tri-State and Perryville was much closer than the first as the largest lead was four points, but after a 16-16 tie midway through, the Crusaders scored nine out the set’s last 14 points to earn a 25-21 lead and take a 2-0 lead in the match. Tri-State slowly took control of the third game, building a 16-11 lead mid-

way through the frame, but the Panthers responded by going on an 8-2 run to take the lead at 19-18, prompting a Crusader timeout. During the break, TriState discussed how they needed to regain the energy they had earlier in the match, and coming out of the timeout, the Crusaders scored eight unanswered points to the frame 25-19 and complete the sweep. “I feel like we needed to pick up the energy, so we talked about how we needed to cheer on every point and how we needed to lift each other up and en-

courage each other,” Bailey Thomas said. “I think we did that at the end and we got those points.” Tri-State relished the opportunity to play a public school in Cecil County as most of its opponents are private schools, which was evident in the energy level the Crusaders brought into the contest. “Playing against a public school is really cool for us. We don’t get to do that much, so it is a really big deal,” Harris said. “Just any win is a big deal. We were really excited to win this game.”

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Annual Track and Trail Invitational Hosts 17 Schools By Katie Callaghan and Sarah Villatoro Puerta

FAIR HILL - Last Saturday runners from 17 schools arrived bright and early for the annual Track and Trail Invitational. For many, this was the first meet of the season, and a chance to see what this year would have in store. The meet was hosted by Bo Manor’s cross country program, which ran the meet well, despite the hot and steamy weather. As the meet went on, and temperatures rose, athletes had to stay hydrated and out of the sun as much as possible. Despite the hot conditions, Cecil’s athletes

performed incredibly. In the Varsity girls race, Cecil schools had five girls finish in the top 25, earning medals for their accomplishments. Skylar Pizzuli of Bo Manor was the first Cecil athlete to finish, placing 5th overall. She was followed by Leanna Rogers of North East in 6th. Lauren Scott of Bo Manor placed 13th overall and was followed closely by Mikayla Horst of Rising Sun in 15th. Katie Callaghan of Rising Sun finished in 21st. In the Varsity races, Rising Sun secured the 5th place with the participation of 8 girls and an average time of 26:23.7. Bo Manor claimed the 8th spot with 5

girls running and an average time of 33:26.4. Elkton High School finished in 10th place with 7 girls participating and an average time of 30:38.5. Perryville scored the 12th position with 5 girls running and an average time of 31.40.9, followed by North East at 13th place with 3 girls running. Two boys from Bo Manor, Ethan Dell and Kenai Black, received medals in the boys’ varsity race at the competition. Bo Manor placed 5th overall, with 7 boys running and an average time of 19:42.4. North East came in 9th place, with 5 boys running and an average time of 20:31.5. Rising

Sun placed 14th, with 7 boys running and an average time of 21:16.0, followed by Perryville in 15th place with 5 boys running and an average time of 24:41.2. Elkton High School finished in 16th place, with 6 boys running and an average time of 25:08.2. This week Rising Sun High battles it out against Aberdeen and Havre de Grace. Bo Manor faces Edgewood and North Harford, while Elkton competes against Fallston and Patterson Mill. Meanwhile North East and Perryville face Bel Air.

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Written by: Heather Dotson Pics by: Heather Dotson, Kendrix Webster. Brittany Nunley CALVERT - The weather wasn't the only thing that was hot this past weekend. The Cecil Wolfpack season is heating up as they closed out week three with some big wins on their home turf. The morning started off with Flag and 6U taking on visiting Dundalk, coming out on top with a 6-0 win. Despite 8U showing great effort, they couldn't seal a win and lost 19-0 to Emmorton. Cameron Stoops added a 40 yard run and had some great tack-

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les in the Pack's attempt to comeback in the second half. Jaysion Jackson also had a 45 yard kick return. 10U Pack finished with their second shut out game against visiting LTRC. Bryson Queen threw for two touchdown passes to Sincere Judge and Jayceon McClain. Emmanuel Dickerson also scored a touchdown run with Jordan Glenn adding the extra point. Defense helped hold the Knights to a scoreless game, giving the Pack a 20-0 victory. The 11U Pack came out on top in an exciting game against the visiting Emmorton Buccaneers. Key plays led the team to a 24-0 win,

with Brayden DeShields, Ellay Laws and Noah Coursey all contributing touchdowns. 12U finished out the Pack's Saturday with a huge win over LTRC, bringing their record to 3-0. Baqir Wilson scored twice, once with a kickoff return and another with a catch from Quarterback, O'Mari Ray.

Camryn Hill added another touchdown for the Pack, while Ray also ran for a 40 yard touchdown and broke five tackles. Dallas Thompson had the game ending pick on defense to seal their 27-0 win. The Wolfpack Cheer Squads also pumped up the big crowds with action

packed half time show renditions. They will soon be hitting the road to compete in several cheer competitions this season. Be sure to get out this coming Saturday, September 16th, as the Wolfpack hits the road for Week 4. 6U will be traveling to Joppatown to take on the Sea-

hawks @12pm, 8U will visit Stembridge Colts @11am, 10U will take on hosts Joppatown @4:30pm, 11U will go up against the Cougars at Fallston @1:30pm and 12U will attempt to keep their 3-0 record going as they visit the Havre De Grace Warriors @6pm.

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CECIL COUNTY PARKS & REC CALENDAR

Club Extreme

Get into the Club - Club Extreme will include such daily activities as Nerf wars, kickball, wiffle ball, dodgeball, obstacle courses, water play with a giant water slide and various sports. Best suited for the more active and competitive types. Club dates are August 7-11, daily from 9 am - 3 pm at the Cecil County Community Center, 17 Wilson Road in Rising Sun. Children must bring a lunch. All activities will follow recommended state Covid protocols at time/ date of Club Registration is open to children 6-12 years old and there is a Club Fee of $125.00.

Soccer Camp Session 1

Soccer Camp at the Rising Sun Community Center with instructor Terry Tallman will run 9am to 12pm from June 19th to June 23rd focusing on skills, drills, and some fun along the way! This camp is $100 for the week, which includes equipment and a tshirt.

Tennis Camp Session 1

Tennis Camp will teach tennis skills and techniques to help kids learn the game, as well as some break time antics to cool off and have fun like taking a ride on a 75 foot slip and slide! Some loaner equipment is available, but campers are encouraged to bring their own if they have it. Camp will be held July 17 - 21, from 9 am -12 pm at the tennis courts behind the Rising Sun Community Center. The fee for the week long camp is $100, which includes a tshirt.

Track and Field Camp (Grades 6-8)

Velocity XPress Track Club

Velocity Xpress is a developmental track and field travel team for youth 5-18 years of age. This program is designed to teach the fundamental concepts of running and field events to enhance the overall athletic performance. Velocity Xpress will teach and equip athletes with power, endurance, speed, and coordination while promoting character and integrity. Registration includes USATF & AAU membership - it does not include uniforms or meet fees.

Multi-Sports and Activity Camp

CCPR Multi Sports Activity Camp. The sun will be shining and the fun never ends! Our camp is designed to keep kids active, engaged, and entertained with a wide range of activities, including dodgeball, tag, soccer, and basketball.

In our dodgeball games, campers will get to show off their throwing and dodging skills as they try to eliminate their opponents. They’ll have a blast strategizing with their teammates and ducking Team uniform running top and shorts purchases are required at and weaving to avoid getting hit by the ball in 3 different modified minimum and are the responsibility of parents/guardians. Most games as well as regular dodgeball. These games are supervised meets are held on Saturdays and/or Sundays. Check out our by Dillon and will be a lot of fun. website for more info: www.velocityxtc.org. Our tag games will have campers running, jumping, and crawling Uniforms: https://trackbarn.com/collections/velocity-express as they try to avoid being “it.” They’ll have to use their speed, agility, and quick reflexes to stay ahead of their pursuers and make Practices will be held at the Elkton High School track Monday, it to the safety zone. Ben is the camp leader running the tag acWednesday, and Fridays from 5:30pm to 7pm from April 3rd - mid tivities. July. Camp location will be at Calvert park from 9:00am - 12:00pm and Cost of the program is $65. After May 2nd, the cost will rise to begins on June 19th through June 23rd. $75. Cost of the program is $75.

Volleyball Camp Session 1

Volleyball Camp will focus on teaching and developing fundamentals to children ages 8-14, and will include some breaks in the action to cool off and enjoy the sun, like taking a ride on a 75 foot slip and slide! The camp will run from 9 am - 12 pm every day from July 10thJuly 14th. Campers will practice and learn the basics of the game of volleyball to introduce them to the sport in a fun and safe environment.

The camp will be held at the Rising Sun Community Center Park, Come join us this summer for our Summer Track and Field Prodrop off will be by the tennis courts. Cost of the camp is $100, gram. Camp begins June 22nd and runs through July 27th. This which includes a t-shirt. six week program is designed for beginner runners who want to learn something new and be active. The Track and Field program Arts and Crafts Camp will be held on Thursdays for six weeks, meeting at the track at A 5 day program full of fun activities and crafts for your child Perryville High School. Running heats, sprints, distance, long to get creative and think up innovative designs. Each day we jump, softball throw and relays are some of the events focused will bring a new theme to keep your child engaged within an on during the summer. enjoyable environment. Time 7:30 - 8:30pm Camp will be located at the community center - 17 Wilson Cost of the program is $45. Road, Rising Sun from 9:00am - 12:00pm. Beginning June Meet will be held on last day of camp, July 29. 26th through June 30th.

Track and Field Camp (K-5)

Ages: 6-12

Cecil Arena Cheer Camp

Participants will spend a week together to create a routine to showcase on the last day. The routine will consist of basic cheer elements; dance, cheer, jumps, and basic stunts and tumbling. It’s a good time to perfect the basics and show off skills. This camp is open for all levels. Participants should wear comfortable athletic clothes; shorts, t-shirts, tank tops. No jeans or jewelry. Camp will take place at the Cecil Arena July 24-28th from 9 a.m.12 p.m. Cost: $75 Ages: 5-10

Photography Camp

This camp will provide multiple factors within photography for children to learn and enjoy. The camp will look at different effects the children can have on photographs. Pictures will be taken inside and out and will consider lighting, angles, distance and actions.

Ages: 5-9 Come join us this summer for our Summer Track and Field Program. The program begins June 22nd and runs through July 27th. Cost: $75 This six week program is designed for beginner runners who want Camp will be located at the Cecil Arena 2706 North East to learn something new and be active. The Track and Field proRoad, North east. 9:00am - 12:00pm. Beginning June 19th gram will be held on Thursdays for six weeks, meeting at the track Calvert Soccer Camp through June 23rd. at Perryville High School. Running heats, sprints, distance, long A fun, activity filled camp where children can learn the basics of soccer, and how to play the game. Each day will be focused on jump, softball throw and relays are some of the events focused on Cost: $75 a new topic through offense and defense so beginners can be during the summer. introduced to the game or advance the skills of already introduced Ages: 5-9 players. It will be a new, exciting, and a great environment for kids Time 6:30 - 7:30pm to learn. Cost of the camp is $45. Meet will be held on, July 27 at the final practice. This camp will be at Calvert park turf from 9:00 - 12:00pm from Music Camp July 31st to August 4th. Each weekday, we will take a look at 2 pieces of music. These two Track and Field Pole Vault Clinic pieces will fit the level of ability of the participants. Each day we Come participate in Cecil County’s pole vault clinic. These are Ages: 5-10 will learn to perfect the pieces and then on Friday, we will showlearn-by-doing, interactive sessions for beginners through case these pieces to the parents of participants. advanced vaulters that will build on each other every week. Cost: $75 Camp will be held at the Cecil Arena from August 7th-11th. Participants will learn and improve proper technique, drills, Calvert Girls LAX Camp and basic fundamentals to broaden knowledge and underGirls Lacrosse Camp for all skill levels, improving stick work and *Please bring your instrument to work on your skills. standing of the pole vault all with safety as the number one learning the game of lacrosse. priority. Athletes are encouraged to video themselves drilling Cost: $75 and vaulting for analysis and feedback. This camp will be at Calvert park turf from 9:00 - 12:00pm from Grades: 4-8 July 17th to July 21st. The clinic will be held at Perryville High School on Thursday nights from 6pm - 8pm and will last for six weeks, July 6- AuGrades: 1-8 gust 10. Cost of the clinic is $120. We have poles, but you can bring your own if you have one. Cost: $75

Velocity XPress Kickstart

Want to start your child in track & field but unsure if they’ll like it? Then Kickstart is for you! VX Kickstart is an introductory sub-program of Velocity Xpress Track Club, designed to introduce track and field to children ages 10 and under. This six-week developmental program for track and field first-timers will introduce athletes to Track & Field by developing coordination and helping athletes recognize their strengths to prepare them for the AAU/ USATF travel team, Registration cost is $30.

Cecil Arena Cheer Camp

Velocity Xpress Track Club Kickstart practices start on May 22, 2023 on Mondays and Wednesdays and Fridays with the travel Camp will take place at the Cecil Arena July 24-28th from 9 a.m.team at 5:30pm to 7pm. Meets are Wednesday evenings starting 12 p.m. in June. Cost: $75 Team uniform running top or team t-shirt purchase is required and not included in registration. Check out our website for more info: Ages: 5-10 www.velocityxtc.org.

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Volume 3 Issue 31 - Tuesday, September 12, 2023

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Upcoming Events in the area: September 15: Elkton Fall Fest Kick Off Party & Classic Car Show 5:00pm to 8:00pm September 16: Elkton Fall Fest 10:00am to 6:00pm September 20: Network with the Rising Sun Chamber of Commerce Come and network with local business owners and chamber staff at Plumpton Park Zoo Wednesday, September 20th! All are welcome, walk-ins allowed! 4:00pm to 6:00pm October 6: Elkton Alumni Night: All alumni from Elkton High School are invited downtown to meet up with old friends and reminisce. 5:00pm to 8:00pm

D3 October 17: Network with the Rising Sun Chamber of Commerce Come and network with local business owners and chamber staff at Peach Bottom Consignment, Tuesday, October 17th! All are welcome, walk-ins allowed! 5:00pm to 7:00pm October 20: Elkton Halloween Parade: Line-up is at 6:30pm. Children, bands, groups, floats, and pets are welcome. Prizes and food available. Rain Date: Oct. 27 7:00pm

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Exhibition highlights artist's view on climate tipping points

ELKTON, Md.: The Cecil College Art and Design Program will feature a solo exhibition by Craig McDowall entitled “Elemental Forces” at the Elkton Station Gallery, located at 107 Railroad Avenue, Elkton, Md. The “Elemental Forces” exhibit opens in conjunction with the Elkton Art Loop First Friday event on October 6. There will be an opening reception on Friday, Oct. 6, from 5 – 8 p.m. “I am concerned about climate change and its effect on everything globally. The topic encompasses all aspects of life, and I would have to dig deep to find something that ties it all together artistically. I explored the idea of climate models for a long time, but it didn’t quite click,” said McDowall. Then, while listening to a radio program suggesting various aspects of climate change are reaching “tipping points,” or the point of no return, McDowall knew immediately what his theme would be. He quickly scribbled the phrase on a sticky note. Through drawings and large sculpture, McDowall explores his view that nature strives for balance while humanity constantly pushes in destructive directions. He visually explores a tipping point being reached, and nature drastically adjusting to maintain the balance. His art conveys tension; a moment when things might tumble out of control. The artworks include the classical Greek elements: Earth, Water, Air, and Fire. McDowell’s work suggests that those are the elements that appear to be attacking humanity at every turn as the climate changes. McDowall contends that humanity is a fifth element in a new Anthropocene epoch and that there is constant tension between the Greek elements, technology, and humanity.

“My work represents my view that humanity has pushed the other elements to their tipping point, and nature will try to restore the balance of the Elemental Forces,” said McDowell. “Which may cause tumult.” A native of Colorado who now lives in Maryland, McDowall earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree with concentrations in sculpture, drawing, and printmaking. After graduation, he exhibited his work widely in Colorado at juried and invitational exhibits. McDowell and his wife Cathy lived for a time in Texas, where he attended the San Antonio Art Institute as an artist-in-residence. While living in the Pacific Northwest, he was the finalist for

a large outdoor sculpture commission in Olympia, Washington. In 2012, the couple moved to Perryville, Md., where he enjoys sketching and continuing the Unintentional Night Club Series. His work can be viewed at www. craigmcdowall.com Stop by the Elkton Station Gallery during regular Elkton Station hours to view all works. Monday: Thursday: 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information, please email cecilcollegeart@cecil.edu

Grant covers cost of degree for childcare providers NORTH EAST, Md. – With the ever-growing need for childcare providers in the region, Cecil College provides a pathway for current caretakers to earn a degree in the field of education at no cost to them. Cecil College is the recipient of a $50,514 grant from the Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Childhood to fund the Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund (CCCPDF). The CCCPDF covers all tuition, books, and fees for childcare providers interested in pursuing an Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education. This is the sixth year for this grant at Cecil College. To qualify for this program, students must work in a licensed childcare center or be a licensed family childcare provider in Maryland, working for at least 10 hours per week. Additionally, participants must commit to 10 hours per week working in childcare in Maryland, a service commitment following graduation. The number of years of service is determined by how many credits the State pays for during the degree completion period with a maximum of two years for an associate degree. “Increasing the level of education for our valued early childhood professionals in Cecil County is beneficial for individual personal growth and building a community of highly trained educators. The caretakers

who value professionalism want to create quality early learning environments and advocate for the children and families they serve are the most impactful,” said Alyssa Ehrsam, Coordinator - Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund. While participating in the program, students have access to guidance and counseling from the coordinator of the CCCPDF who provides support with the application process, maintains grant requirements, mentor students, oversees the degree process, and serves as a liaison in connecting students with support services offered through the college. The new applicant deadline is March 1 each year, and accepted students will receive funding the following fall semester. Cecil College is centrally located in Maryland’s most northeastern county with campuses in North East and Elkton. The College features a diverse student population, with approximately 2,200 credit students and 2,300 non-credit students. Cecil College offers associate degrees, certificate programs, and non-credit classes. To learn more about this opportunity, contact Alyssa Ehrsam, Coordinator - Child Care Career and Professional Development Fund, at ehrs6670@cecil.edu or call 410-599-5263.

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Historical Society of Cecil County:

pictured: Bob Wallace, Jim Sturgill, Paul Snyder. photo courtesy of HSCC

Cecil County Dragoway

BY PAULA HENDERSON NEWTON

When Cecil County Dragoway opened on Sunday, April 14, 1963, 3000 anxious spectators were there to watch 135 cars compete for trophies. The dragstrip was advertised as the finest and newest in the State of Maryland. Located on Theodore Road in Bay View, the strip was 4000 x 60 feet of hi traction asphalt paving with seating for 4000 spectators and was sanctioned by the National Hot Rod Association. It featured a chrondek dual lane timing system, automatic wind judge and foul system along with a pit area that would accommodate 800 cars and included running water. Pits opened at 9 a.m., inspection began at 10 a.m. and eliminations started at 2 p.m. Al Procipo and Sonny DeCesaris, who had an interest in Capital Raceway and were contractors from Upper Marlboro, MD, purchased the property from Mr. Racine. The dragstrip became known as the “Traction Capital of the Nation” because of the combination of the type of asphalt and the humid weather conditions in Cecil County. It was known in the racing circuit that you could set your best record at Cecil County. In the early days Cecil County Dragoway, which was a National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Division 1 raceway, attracted all the big name drivers, many from California. There were 7 divisions and Division 1 ran from Maryland to Connecticut. Drivers were paid for match races which was important since there were no sponsors at this time. Later, Coke became one of the first sponsors. A divisional race was run each year to certify national records. Ron McNeal, who worked there from 1968-77 remembered that during the summer months there were match races on Friday and Saturday nights and Friday and Sunday during the Spring and Fall. The track opened at 3:00 p.m. and from 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. were time trials and the elimination runs started under the lights at 8:00 p.m.Hot cars were in lane 1 and super stockwere in lane 3. Bob Fry, who announced at ATCO would come on Friday. There were 3 lines and they figured the mph by clocking the mph at the 1st and 3rd lines and then took an average. The2nd line was the finish. The girls in the tower recorded the elapsed time & mph, the car and the driver’s name. They made up a time card and dropped it in the downspout that dumped into a box. Ron would take the card and hand it to the driver. Cars were inspected atthe scales by Ron, Willis May and Parker Keene where they would put the car number on the side window. The drivers also had to sign a waiver.

Ron recalled Tommy Grove, a driver who traveled the circuit, came to race but didn’t have a name on his car. Al, one of the owners, wasn’t going to let him race so Ron, who had a garage nearby, took the car there and had Larry Gilbert paint the name on the side of the car which he did for $35.00. Well known drivers had to agree to make 3 runs to get paid since they were the attraction that drew the big crowds.“Eliminator” driven by Dino Don Nicholson was the 1st plastic body car in 1966. On race day the owners stood at the gate on the pit side and sold tickets. They had to pay an amusement tax to the County based on sales. The circuit drivers might have been the attraction, but the local drivers filled up the pits. Everyone that had a fast car wanted to take it to the drag strip to see what it would do. There was an excitement created by the smell of burned rubber and gasoline along with the eardrum splitting sound of souped up engines roaring down the track. During intermission they played the same Four Tops song. As spectators there was also the anticipation and fear that someone would lose control. On opening day six county drivers captured trophies. Daniel Johnson, Chesapeake City, driving a 1956 Chevrolet in the H Stock Car Class at 87.63 mph; Walter Jermyn, Elkton, driving a 1963 Falcon in the M Stock Car Class at 72.46 mph; Bob McMillan, North East, driving a 1962 Ford in the I Stock Automatic Class at 88.92 mph; Robert Trainer, North East, driving a 1962 Corvette in the A Sports Class at 102.28 mph; Dan Boines, Elkton, driving a 1948 Ford with a Pontiac engine in the C Dragsters Class pictured: Jim Sellers, Winner of the CARS Magazine sponsored at 101.23 mph; and James Given, Elkton, driving a 1963 race day photo courtesy of HSCC Corvette in the C Automatic Class at 77.31 mph. One memorable event was when CARS magazine heck out more from the istorical ociety hosted a race weekend and had all the top drivers there to compete, but local boy Jim Sellers beat them all in a 1967 Chevelle that he had purchased from Rand Chevrolet in of ecil ounty online at ecil istory org Elkton. There has been one constant at the dragstrip over the years and that is Lance Keene from Aberdeen. Ron McNeal hired him as a starter and he performed that job until just a few years ago. In the mid-1970s the four owners of ATCO purchased the drag strip and changed the name to the Cecil County Dragway. Under this ownership, the drag strip deteriorated, however, the current owner, Jimmy Halsey, has made a successful comeback with weekly races and special events.

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