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Schmitz makes the right decision to attend West Point By Matthew Ondesko MANAGING EDITOR

“The end goal is to become an officer. So you think about how am I developing as an officer? How will I become a better officer after I graduate?” - West Point Yearling Jake Schmitz. Picture yourself sitting in a classroom at 17 or 18-years old. You’re choosing where you want to attend college for the next four years. Wondering what you may major in. Seeing where your buddies may end up. Now picture yourself sitting in that same classroom wondering if you should attend one of the three military academies. Forgoing a “normal” college life. The normal college atmosphere for the staunch, regimented, life of a military education. You wonder how many 18-year-olds could sit and make that decision of giving four years at an academy to then turn around and give five more years of active service upon graduation and three more of reserves. But, for some seniors in high school, it’s an easy decision. It’s a decision that was made up as soon as they visited West Point, the Naval Academy or Air Force Academy. It’s a decision that an 18-year-old from Lancaster knew would be the right one. A decision that Lancaster High School graduate Jake Schmitz hasn’t regretted.

“It’s [academy life] everything I though it would be,” stated Schmitz recently at a dinner held, at Russell’s Steaks, Chops & More, for Western New Yorkers who are attending either West Point, the Naval Academy or Air Force Academy. “It’s challenging, but it’s not too hard.” In hasn’t been easy for

behind in your studies. “It’s a lot like most other colleges, especially during the academic year,” explained Schmitz. “Most of your focus is on academics. It’s almost like high school where you have to go to every class, and you have structured periods. Balancing academics, and I was on the cross country team, and trying to get enough sleep I would say was the most challenging.” F o r Schmitz, however, it’s all worth it. Sure he could be living that “normal” college life. But, he has a bigger purpose. He wants to help server and protect the freedom that many of us enjoy. “Ultimately, I want to serve the military in some capacity,” said Schmitz. “I saw how other people benefited a lot from serving our country. I wanted to give back. I was also looking at the best college that I wanted to go to. It was the best path to serving the military and finding the right college to go to.” While Schmitz was set on heading to West Point, he still had to get his parents on board. Parents have a tendency to be just a tad protective on their children. Especially when it comes to possibly going overseas and fighting in conflicts all over the world. Schmitz said, however, while his family was a little surprised by his waiting this

“The end goal is to become an officer. So you think about how am I developing as an officer? How will I become a better officer after I graduate?” Schmitz at West Point. But, like so many before him, it never is. Plebe year (freshman) is all about the Beast. Beat Barracks is meant to test you physical and mentally. If you can make it through the first six weeks of the summer, and live to tell about it, then you can make it at the academy. But, it just isn’t the military training you have to deal with while at West Point. You also have to deal with the Ivy League education and extracurriculars. Every Cadet at West Point is made to take part in some kind of sport whether it is on the varsity or club level. It makes for long days and nights. It also makes for the need for great time management. Getting up at 6 a.m. and going to 10 or 11 p.m., if not later, could easily get you

Jake Schmitz of Lancaster is a Yearling (sophomore) at West Point. life, they were behind his decision. “I think they were a little surprised that I wanted to go the military route,” he said. “They were very supportive. They loved the idea.” A mathematics major at West Point, Schmitz will still have to serve five years of active duty after the graduation.

He can be stationed all over the world, and will be able to experience different cultures and different lifestyles. The commitment to be in the military for that long never really entered his mind. He just knows he wants to make a difference in the world, whatever that may be. “Five years isn’t too much

of a commitment,” stated Schmitz. “It’s something that you do always think about, because you become a Second Lieutenant after you get commissioned. The end goal is to become an officer. So you think about how am I developing as an officer? How will I become a better officer after I graduate?”

Depew Courier /Friday, January 2, 2015

WNY military honored at Russell’s Steaks, Chops & More “To me it feels great,” said Salvatore, before the reception started. I feel very, very proud to do this. The entire staff feels very proud. It shows that we have fine young people growing up in the United States.” The event had all the young men and women from Western New York dress up in their dress uniforms. It started off with a reception at 5:30 p.m. before dinner at 7 p.m. During the reception, it gave these young individuals a chance to catch up with friends and family. After the reception, all the Cadets and Midshipmen where introduced one by one before into the dining room. From there a prayer was given, followed by a toast. The generosity given by Salvatore and his staff was not lost on the Cadets from West Point. Williamsville South High School gradu-

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During the holiday season, it is easy sometime to just think about yourself and your family. The hustle and bustle of this time of year normally has something to do with that. So, when someone takes the time do something nice for others, it makes the holidays that much more special. Russell Salvatore didn’t need to go out of his way Sunday night to put on a special dinner at Russell’s Steaks, Chops & More. He wanted to. Salvatore hosted 18 young men and women, and their families, in a show of appreciation for their dedication and service to the United States. All the young men and women that were honored are attending West Point, the Naval Academy and the Air Force Academy.

ate Maria Manna said she was able to talk to Salvatore during the reception and thanked him for everything he did for them. “We our so appreciative of it [the dinner],” stated Manna. “He [Mr. Salvatore] is so generous to do this. He was enjoying himself, I think. “ Giving back to the community is nothing new for Salvatore. For years he has helped out the Western New York community in different ways. This was just one more thing he wanted to do for those young men and women who chose to attend one of the academies and fight and defend the country from different acts of war. “It feels great,” stated Salvatore. “It always feels great to give back to anyone who served our country. We did everything we could for them. It feels good. They are great looking young men and women.”

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Friends of the Lancaster Library - Come and see how you can help the Lancaster Library. Accepting new members. Every 2nd Thursday of the month, from 1 to 2 p.m. Lancaster Library Board Meeting - Monthly Lancaster Library Board Meeting. Open to the public. Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. Book Group - Book Group meets the first Tuesday of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. We welcome new members. Call Donna at 681-3325 to register and obtain list of upcoming books. Knit & Crochet Group – Calling all knitters and crocheters, there’s a new group in town. Come join us on the 4th Wednesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. to work on current projects and talk all things yarn. All experience levels are welcome. Long Term Care Seminars – Representatives from MassMutual Financial Services will present free seminars on Long Term Care covering: wills, trusts, estate planning, long term care insurance and how to avoid being scammed. From 10:30 a.m. to noon and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. Adult Computer Training Computer Training – ebooks & eReaders - This workshop is designed as a practical, hands-on introduction to downloading eBooks from the library’s website for use on home computers and other personal electronic devices. We will focus on, the Nook, Kindle and iPad. There will be a demonstration of the steps required to download and activate necessary software, along with tips to effectively search and browse our OverDrive catalog. Students owning reader devices are encouraged to bring their devices with them. From 11

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BPC Animal Shelter has been helping pets find homes since 2009 By Amy Robb

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Buffalo Paws and Claws (BPC) Animal Shelter is a non-profit based out of East Aurora, with cats at PetCo on Niagara Falls Boulevard in Amherst and foster homes throughout Western New York. The organization has been working to find pets their forever home since 2009, with a “no kill” policy, meaning they will not perform euthanasia on any of their animals. Taking in unwanted or surrendered pets, those that have been neglected or abused, it’s easy to see why these animals need a foster family. It’s hard to find homes for misunderstood pets with a history of abuse, so the foster home serves as a halfway home to introduce them to how domestic life should be, with a nurturing family. President and Founder Kristy Cordova, as well as Vice President Dawn Galvin, have adopted out 2,313 animals

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Pictured is Fluff, who is 8 years old. since March 2, 2009, and that number is steadily on the rise. “Kristy started the rescue because she felt bad for all the dogs with no beds at local shelters. She wanted them to be more comfortable while awaiting a forever home,” said Galvin, of the shelter ’s founder. Galvin joined BPC six months after Cordova founded it, and has been a part of it ever since. Galvin used to foster for Erie County SPCA, but after they refused to treat the kittens she fostered, she decided she could no longer work with them.

Through work at BPC, Galvin has seen a lot of success stories, but one she is fond of involves a cat she and her husband found on the side of the road, struck by a car. The couple brought her to the vet, and miraculously she pulled through, despite her age. “She was around 15 years old and very sweet. We named her Mercy and she was adopted by her foster family. She passed away a year later, but for that year she knew unconditional love,” added Galvin. Especially during the holidays, it’s so important to find cats and dogs a loving home, well cared for and safe from the harsh weather this time of year can bring. Featured with this article are Fluff, 8 years old, and Dahlia, 3 years old, looking to be adopted together. “ F l u ff ’s o w n e r d i e d nearly two years ago, and Dahlia was pulled from a kill shelter where she lived for about two years.

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The ‘Stat Man’ receives award from section VI football

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then to cover all of Western New York, and then finally to collect and compile the records across all of New York. Of all of the various sports that he has covered throughout the years, football is still Hutzler’s favorite sport to cover and record, but he enjoys being able to work on the statistics for all of the different sports in their respective seasons. “I like knowing who is doing what in sports,” Hutzler said. “It’s also fun to be able to put the records together to see how things develop throughout the seasons and throughout the years.” Because of his many

years of effort and dedication to assembling, compiling and tracking the statistics of New York high school sports, Hutzler has received various rewards, certificates and commendations. Some of his accomplishments include: the WNY High School Sports Service Award in 1987, NYS Athletic Administration Association Certificate of Appreciation in 2001, St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute Sports Hall of Fame induction in 2010, and the Basketball Coaches Association of New York Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013. Hutzler has also received awards in 2006 and 2010 respectively for being the “Ultimate Stat Man.” The most recent award Hutzler has received was a plaque of recognition for his countless years of dedication and service to Section VI sports. Hutzler has also given back to Section VI sports throughout the years, since he is a repeat contributor to the programs. In addition to his statistics and records, Hutzler has also published several books. Two of his books, published in 2008 and 2009, include “The History of Monsignor Martin Catholic High School Athletic Association Cross Country,” as well as “The History of Monsignor Martin Catholic High School Athletic Association Football.” Hutzler also recently launched a website to give more information on what he does as “The Stat Man,” as well as some of the history behind the legend. For more information, visit thestatman.wix.com/ wwwthestatmancom.

Depew Courier/ Friday, January 2, 2015

Local sports Depew drops its hoops tourney to neighboring St. Mary’s High School By William ‘Ski’ Wilczewski SPORTS REPORTER

The Depew High boys basketball team was bound and determined to do two things on Monday, Dec. 22. One was to stop St. Mary’s junior Takal Molson. If they did that, they would certainly accomplish the other, which was to win the title game of their Wildcat Tournament. It didn’t quite work out that way, though, because while Depew held Molson to just one bucket and six free throws, senior Jake Concannon stepped up his game and led the Lancers to a 52-39 victory over their local rival. “It’s huge because we love coming here with Lancaster and Depew and beating our rivals around town,” said Concannon, who ended the night with a team-high 13 points, “but you gotta give them credit because they absolutely came out here thinking that they were just as good as us and they gave us a fight.” That was apparent in the early going when Depew rushed out to a 10-0 lead, holding St. Mary’s scoreless until about the two-minute mark in the first quarter. The momentum shifted from there, though, and Depew was held to no point in the second and only three in the third. “We just had such an emotional win against Lancaster, so we came

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Depew freshman Chad Biersbach eyes St. Mary’s’ Jake Concannon as he tries to inbound the ball on Monday, Dec. 22. out a little flat tonight,” explained Concannon, whose Lancers topped the Redskins 61-56 two days prior in the tourney opener, “but our coaches tuned us up at halftime and we came out running in the second half.” That turned into a 21-point third quarter for

St. Mary’s, which only got three in that frame from Molson, the eventual tournament MVP. “We put a little token pressure on the kid,” Wildcat skipper Larry Jones explained. “We just wanted to make them have to slow down and think. If they just get into the flow

and play the game, they’re going to hurt you because they have good athletes that know how to play.” Aside from Concannon, that included St. Mary’s senior Sean Wilson, which scored 10 on the night for the Lancers. Depew, on the other hand, was led by fresh-

man Chad Biersbach, who netted a game-high 14. He was followed by senior Collin Gemerek, who sank 12. “I though Chad really stepped up tonight as a freshman, playing as well as he played,” Jones said. “Collin’s also played well, but he struggled at times.

He did some great things and did some things that we’re shaking or head on, but in the middle (of the game) he struggled, and when he struggles we’re going to struggle.” That could have been the case with St. Mary’s and Molson, but Rath was glad to see it wasn’t. “We needed that,” he said of Concannon’s play. “Him and Sean Wilson played really hard for us, and we gotta have that because other teams are going to start keying on Takal, so we gotta have other guys stepping up. We need three or four players to score in double-digits for us to be successful as we go on.” “But it was a typical Depew-St. Mary’s slugfest for a little while,” added Rath, whose team remained perfect at 6-0. “It was a fun game to be a part of; sometimes a little-wracking, but it was fun either way.” Jones wasn’t quite as pleased when it was over, but said he knows what it’ll take to fix his ailing 3-4 squad. “We aren’t a great offensive team just yet,” he said. “We’re trying to get better and add some things that will make us better, so that’s got to come. We’ll just keep working to get there.” Depew earned its spot at the finals table by defeating City Honors 52-51 on Dec. 20, while Lancaster clobbered City Honors 73-52 in the consolation game on Dec. 22.

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