CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH
VOL. LXVIII, ISSUE 54 | JANUARY 30, 2017
CAMPUS
‘Despicable’ graffiti inspires social media response CSULB administration responds promptly by condemning the action.
By Elizabeth Campos Assistant News Editor
Amid the political environment of the United States tension has risen in different places, including at the Cal State Long Beach campus. On Jan. 25, a student found controversial graffiti on one of the walls of the first floor men’s bathroom in the Liberal Arts 5 building. The graffiti read “Wetbacks Lives Don’t Matter,” and was shared on so-
cial media by Norberto Lopez, a senior Chicano and Latino Studies and sociology major. With over 100 likes and 43 shares on Facebook, the post appeared in different organizations’ social media, such as Undocumedia, a non-profit that advocates for immigrant rights. The photo was shared with a statement written by Lopez in which he expresses that while the racist message might be irrelevant for some, for him “it reassures that my life and the life of fellow undocumented folks
are in danger because people believe undocumented lives don’t matter.” Administration responded to the situation by tweeting a picture that shows that the graffiti was erased. The caption for the picture posted on the university’s social media says, “Hate, you’re notwelcome here.” CSULB provost Brian Jersky said that although this unfortunate event happened, it does not reflect the vision of the school as a whole. “The administration has expressed this really quite strongly” Jersky said.
“We react as quickly as we can to any incident like this one, with the graffiti in the bathroom, which obviously reflects at least one person’s point of view, but we make sure it doesn’t stay there or reflect many people’s point of view.” This incident is not the first one of its kind to happen on campus. Last spring, a student brandished a knife in a sociology class in what many
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DESIGN
Building castles in the chair UAM honors Long Beach furniture legends with Frank Bros. exhibit. By Zulema Suarez Staff Writer
our diversity and unification,” said Sarah Andrade, a resident of Northridge, about her participation. “This is just a way to unite and tell people that ref-
Long Beach residents who hear “Frank Bros.” might automatically think of a furniture store; however, Frank Bros. was far more than that. It was a family-oriented establishment that focused on unique designs in all aspects. After being in business for 44 years, it is now possible to explore the history of the Frank Bros. furniture store and get a look inside Ron and his wife Nancy’s home on campus at Cal State Long Beach. The “Frank Bros.: The Store That Modernized Modern” exhibit commenced with a reception at the University Art Museum on Jan. 28 and will run through April 9. The exhibit not only showcases the furniture store itself, but it also gives viewers a look through the lives of the Frank family as well as their beliefs and traditions. Opening in 1938, the Long Beach store began by importing modern Swedish furniture to Southern California. They are credited with selling high quality furniture for shoppers on a budget, as well as furnishing the Case Study Houses that John Entenza, editor of Arts & Architecture magazine, launched toward the end of World War II. Ron Frank, Frank Bros.’ business owner from 1965-1982, is featured on the walls of the exhibit saying, “I wanted to create the best contemporary home furnishings store in the United States. A place to find exciting new ideas, beautiful designs in every price range.” The focus on affordable, creative designs made Frank Bros. stand out from any regular furniture store. Brian Trimble, curator of education at the CSULB University Art Museum, reflected on the amazing turnout the exhibit had for the opening reception. “We had over 500 RSVPs, and that’s not even including everyone who
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Children are among the thousands of protestors marching at LAX against the executive order which bars U.S. entrance for immigrants from seven Muslim-majority countries. This protest took place on Sunday and coincided with numerous other demonstrations at airports across the nation.
IMMIGRATION
Thousands protest at LAX Crowds respond to Trump’s executive order leading to the detention of foreign nationals. By Adam Thomas Staff Writer
Thousands of Angelenos met at the Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday to protest the executive order issued by President Donald Trump that critics are calling a “Muslim Ban.” The executive order, titled “Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry into the United States,” initially focuses on an overhaul of the entry procedures of foreign nationals, but goes on to suspend visas and travel “to Nationals of Countries of Particular Concern.” Though the order does not name countries other than Syria, the nations “of Particular Concern” are selected as an addendum to the “Terrorist Travel and Prevention Act of 2015,” which includes Iran, Sudan, Libya, Somalia, Yemen, and Iraq. Sunday’s protest drew over 7,000 people at its height around 3 p.m. as the crowds packed into halls surrounding the international terminal. Though at times the crowds blocked incoming
Peaceful protestors pray outside the Tom Bradley International Terminal to support passengers being detained inside the airport. traffic to the airport on lower 1 World Way at LAX, the protest remained peaceful for its duration. “I’m doing this for my son. My parents were immigrants in the seventies, I was born here. My parents are from Egypt, my husband is Mexican, so what I believe is what makes America beautiful is
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EOP
Students try to ‘move toward hope’
By Ammi Ruiz Staff Writer
Organizations on campus held a discussion called “Moving Towards Hope” Thursday with students who feel discouraged by the election of President Donald Trump, who has already signed several controversial executive orders during his first week in office. The event took place just one day after a student’s report that the men’s restroom in the Liberal Arts 5 building had been vandalized with the message: “Wetback lives don’t matter.” The Educational Opportunity Program organized the event in partnership with the Dream Success Center, which works with undocumented immigrant students. “It’s a safe space discussion,” said Alexandria Cordon, senior associate director for EOP. “The main priority of an event like this is to provide a space for students to speak their truths about the political landscape we’re in now.” A safe space is “a place or environment in which a person or category of people can feel confident that they will not be exposed to discrimination, criticism, harassment, or any other emotional or physical harm,” according to Google. The attendees gathered in the LA-1 building
at 12:30 p.m. where they first watched a video of a 15-year-old poet encouraging people to “rise up together as one.” Posters hanging from the ceiling displayed slogans such as “We the people defend dignity” and “There is nothing more urgent than freedom.” The topics discussed ranged from mental health issues associated with marginalized groups, coping mechanisms and how students can help.
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Even if you’re fearful, take these resources we said and take that next step. Remember that, while in the ‘60s and ‘70s there was great change for the betterment of society, that still has to happen. - Alexandria Cordon, Senior associate director for EOP
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Attendees open up about DACA and concerns about Trump.
“At first I didn’t know what to expect, but I think the message was very clear,” said senior finance major Carlos Rivera. “Everybody here wants to come together. It tells me we all have different perspectives but we also have a lot in common, and that brings us together, and that makes us more powerful as a community.” Irma Corona-Nieto, assistant director for EOP, said she is aware there are critics of “safe spaces” on college campuses. “People say, ‘Oh they’re such babies,’ but this
process has helped students voice their concerns,” she said. “There’s a lot of expressions of frustration and feeling uncertain about their future.” Some students at the event opened up about being undocumented, and they feared the new administration would put an end to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program — an immigration policy started under the Obama administration that protects some undocumented immigrants who arrived in the United States as children from deportation. The policy also allowed qualifying applicants of DACA to obtain renewable work permits that last up to two years. Event organizers encouraged the students to come up with suggestions for ways they could support each other and reach out to their communities. “Everyone is talking about what Trump is going to do in his first 100 days,” said EOP director John Hamilton to the group of students. “I’m asking you, what are you going to do? What can we do?” Participants suggested calls to political representatives, more rallies, volunteer work and involvement with on-campus organizations. Students and staff watched Michelle Obama’s speech about the “power of hope” at the end of the discussion, creating a mood was both somber and optimistic. “Even if you’re fearful, take these resources we said and take that next step,” Cordon said to the students. “Remember that, while in the ‘60s and ‘70s there was great change for the betterment of society, that still has to happen.”
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continued from page 1 perceived to be a racially-motivated action. According to the Daily 49er, last March, a 20-yearold male student displayed a short knife to a female student in a sociology class on race, class and gender. Some students believe that the incident was racially motivated, saying on social media that a white male student threatened a black female student with the knife. Some students believe that to make CSULB a safe place for undocumented students, it must become a “sanctuary campus.” The term sanctuary campus refers to a college or university that adopts policies, such as not allowing Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers onto campus, to protect its undocumented students. “I highly doubt CSULB or the CSU in general will become or adopt the term sanctuary due to their fear of losing federal funds,” Lopez said, “but we will continue organizing and putting pressure to create a safer environment for our fellow students.” In response to the political tension on campus, faculty has decided to host a series of teach-ins called “Reclaiming Democracy” in hopes to provide a free-speech space for students. The teach-ins will begin Tuesday and will continue up to April in the Speaker’s Platform in front of the bookstore. In addition, Jersky said administration plans to continue to work with other organizations on campus to listen to student voices. “It’s both cowardly and despicable and we condemn the sentiment as strongly as we can,” said Jersky in regard to the graffiti. “And we hope that most students will join us in condemning it and realizing that in a community, there’s possibly always going to be some friction by minority, small groups of students who feel disaffected, but I’ll say most students do not share those views.” *Valerie Osier contributed to this story
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FAST FACTS
IMMIGRATION PROTESTS ACROSS THE U.S. • Boston, MA: Logan International Airport • New York City, NY: John F. Kennedy International Airport • Washington, D.C.: Dulles International Airport • Chicago, IL: O’Hare International Airport • Dallas, TX: Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport • Los Angeles, CA: Los Angeles International Airport • Seattle, WA: SeattleTacoma International Airport Information courtesy of NPR
continued from page 1 -ugees are welcome here. It’s not OK to have a ban on Muslims or anyone. No wall. We want an America that’s diverse and unified that preaches tolerance.” The protest was organized independently online by several different groups and organizations, including Service Employees International Union California and the Council on American-Islamic Relations on Jan. 28 after similar protests began erupting at airports across the country. Akio “Ace” Katano, an attorney working on Jessica Salans campaign for an L.A. City Council seat for District 13, said that he found the protest like many did – via a group on Facebook which quickly grew in size. “Things blew up very, very quickly,” Katano said. “In the course of a few
hours it went from 50 people RSVPing to a thousand people RSVPing to god knows how many people. It took off.” Katano stated that following this viral spread he and Meghan Choi, another attorney at the protest, then began organizing with larger organizations such as CAIR in order to coordinate the efforts of the independent groups. A major issue for lawyers present was the unknown nature of the status of several nationals who had been detained by LAX immigration and customs officials. The Los Angeles Times has confirmed at least seven nationals had been detained as of Saturday. “It’s difficult to confirm a number because part of the problem is that they’re not releasing the names of the people that they have detained. So people are stuck in limbo,” Katano said. Confusion on issues of legality over President Trump’s executive action reigned not only at LAX, but through-
out the country. During the action’s first day of implementation on Friday evening, numerous detentions were reported at airports in several states. After two Iraqi immigrants that had been detained at JFK International filed suit against the order with the American Civil Liberties Union, parts of the order were blocked. The suit created a brief window to allow at least some foreign nationals entering into the US to escape detention, but did not stop the general order to immigration officials to ban passage for nationals currently outside of the US. “The issue is complicated, because it’s not just people being detained – it’s people being rerouted, it’s people in the air and in various stages of transit that makes it very hard to judge,” said Choi. While numerous attorneys showed up looking to fight for potential detainees, the majority of those who appeared at the protest were there there to show
support and protest Trump’s order more generally. Constant chanting, drum circles, and marches saw thousands adding to the immense cacophony of protest at the airport. According to David L. Maggard, the chief of the LAPD’s Airport Police Division, the protest was unique because “It’s [at] the airport and it’s this size. It’s a little bit unusual to have this many people here at this time.” Maggard expressed a commitment to ensuring that the protesters would not have their rights interrupted while ensuring their safety, saying “At the same time we have to make sure traffic goes through safely. Just try to stay out of the street.” At the time of this writing, it is unknown if the protest at LAX will continue on in subsequent days as the legal issues revolving around President Trump’s executive order go through the legal system.
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see what happens inside people’s houses.” The curator for the “Frank Bros. continued from page 1 at Home” portion of the exhibit, Beth Rayburn, was a graduate student of museum studies in the department of came without RSVPing. Many people art history from CSULB. This portion don’t think of Long Beach as a center of the exhibit focuses on the unique cefor mid-century design,” Trimble said. ramics, tapestry, furniture and designs “Stacy Dukes [a partner of Ron Frank the Frank family had in their home. and creator of many furniture piecRayburn mentioned how satisfying the es] taught here reception was, at CSULB. ‘The and said that Emotional Eye’ throughout her exhibition was work, the most created by Cal important thing State Long Beach was getting it It’s wonderful to see such students from the right for Nancy a great turnout, and to 1960s.” Frank, whom have an exhibition that “The Emotional was also at the touches people’s personal Eye” is described opening recephistories. It’s so interesting in the exhibit as tion. “one of the most Another Long to also see what happens ambitious and Beach resident, inside people’s houses. stimulating exhiCara Mullio, cubitions in Frank rator and main -Kimberli Meyer Bros.’ history.” researcher for UAM director The idea of the Frank Bros. the exhibit was exhibit, had a to stimulate new tender moment plans in the minds while rememof visitors, to get them thinking about bering her mother driving her and her different ways of making a home more sister down Long Beach boulevard to riveting and appealing to viewers. go to the store when it was active. Kimberli Meyer, director of the Cara’s research, along with exhibit UAM, shares Trimble’s idea that the exco-curator Jennifer Volland’s research, hibit is widely connected to the people is what made the exhibit possible. in Long Beach. Without their production of the book, “It’s wonderful to see such a great “Frank Bros. The Store That Modernturnout, and to have an exhibition that ized Modern” the significance of the touches people’s personal histories,” Frank Bros. in Long Beach would not Meyer said. “It’s so interesting to also be as internationally recognized.
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Frank Bros. clearance invitations that used to be mailed to customers are framed on the walls of “Frank Bros.: The Store that Modernized Modern.”
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You see ‘em at the museum Get a free pass to art and culture any day of the week. By Jason Enns
Arts & Life Editor
visitors will find the Museum’s permanent collection, diverse with more than 3,200 works encompassing 300 years of American and European art in all media. Doors are open to the public free of charge every Friday. Rancho Los Alamitos 6400 E Bixby Hill Rd
Yesterday over 30 museums across Southern California, including prominent spots such as The Getty and The Museum of Tolerance, are opening their doors to visitors free of charge. None of the local museums in Long Beach were among the listed participants, but there is an array of cultural experiences one could have right here in town. Unlike many of the museums that are participating in this “free day,” these Long Beach locations drop the entrance fee at least once a week year-round. These are the top five best museums in Long Beach, according to Yelp reviewers:
The location of this landmark is on a sacred Tongva village of Povuu’ngna, known for its rustic beauty. The site includes traces of the ancestral village, an adobe-core ranch house, four acres of lush gardens developed during the 1920s and ‘30s and the restored working ranch barnyard of the early-mid-20th century. Admission is free all week, but public hours and tours are only on Wednesdays through Sundays from 1-5 p.m.
Museum of Latin American Art 628 Alamitos Ave
This historic ranch preserves and interprets its diverse inhabitants from the period when Native Americans controlled the land to the Spanish settlement and through the development of the Long Beach area. Free one-hour tours are offered through work areas such as the blacksmith shop as well as living spaces such as the parlor and master bedroom. Tours are led by third-person docents or first-person interpreters Wednesdays through Sundays from 1-5 p.m.
The MOLAA exhibits modern and contemporary works by Latinx, as well as other local artists. It aims to expand the knowledge and appreciation in its visitors for the cultural works through events, collections and classes. There are free drop-in workshops available monthly, and free entry every Sunday, with a tour starting at 2 p.m. Upcoming exhibits include a retrospective collection of LA Chicano artist Frank Romero, and “Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray.” Long Beach Museum of Art 2300 E Ocean Blvd Founded in 1950, the Long Beach Museum of Art is one of Long Beach longest standing art collections. The museum opened in the historic Elizabeth Milbank Anderson House, which was later permanently changed to be the Long Beach Museum of Art. Overlooking the water on Ocean Boulevard, the view alone is a pretty sight. Inside,
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Rancho Los Alamitos’ lush gardens cover four acres.
University Art Museum 1250 Bellflower Blvd The UAM’s mission is to “blur the boundaries between visual arts and design, technology, music, and contemporary culture” through exhibits and educational programs. The current exhibit, “Frank Bros.: The Store that Modernized Modern,” will be available through April 9. The exhibition takes visitors through the history of Southern California’s most prominent mid-century retailer of modern furniture and design. The museum is open for free to students and the public alike Saturdays through Thursdays 12-5 p.m. and until 8 p.m. Wednesdays.
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The Long Beach Museum of Art, was built in 1911.
Serving CSULB students who are current or former foster youth and/or wards of the court with on and off campus resources to ensure their success through graduation. The CSULB Guardian Scholars Program is located on campus in the EOP/Guardian Scholars Office LA1 Room 119. This program provides support services such as academic advising, monetary aid, priority registration, life skills workshops, graduate school information and enrichment opportunities to be successful in an educational environment. All Guardian Scholars services and resources are “FREE” for eligible CSULB students to build networks with students, staff, and faculty members on our campus. Have questions or interested in becoming a participant? Guardian Scholars meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Our first meeting is February 2, 2017 in the Multicultural Center (MCC) located in Faculty Offices 3 Conference Room (FO3-02) from 12:00 p.m.—1:30 p.m., please RSVP.
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PIPELINE
‘Black snake’ poses danger to native plains History repeats itself on the Sioux Reservation; as “black snake” pipeline threatens the safety of indigenous population. By Mathew Ramirez Staff Writer
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resident Donald Trump has made his fifth executive order of his presidential term by resuming plans to build the Dakota Access and Keystone XL oil pipelines, despite protests and demonstrations by the Standing Rock Sioux tribe and supporters. This is land that does not belong to the U.S., and the decision belongs to the Standing Rock tribe. This is something the Trump administration needs to respect. Continuation of the pipeline without compromise for the Standing Rock tribe will only reinforce the long legacy of mistreatment of the Native American people committed by white Americans. Vox Media reports the Dakota Access Pipeline is planned to be built from Patoka, Illinois to Stanley, North Dakota. Vox also reports that the finished pipeline will run 1,134 miles in length, and holds a construction cost of $3.8 billion dollars. A Fox Business article titled, “Pipeline backers make big promises about jobs, growth” by Jeff Horwitz and Chris Rugaber, references a 2014 report by the U.S. State Department estimating that the pipeline projects would support 42,000 jobs. Although this project will generate jobs for Americans and accommodate the transportation of oil throughout the United States, the fact remains that this pipeline will run through Native American territory against Standing Rock tribe’s resolve. Standing Rock’s website’s history page elaborates on the location and history of the Standing Rock Sioux tribe. The reservation was founded on April 29, 1868 after a treaty between the Sioux and the United States government was made, but this did not mean the Sioux would remain unbothered by colonial forces.
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Thousands of Native Americans, veterans and environmentalists created an encampment in rural North Dakota to protest the proposed Dakota Access oil pipeline.
The treaty that founded the reservation was later broken as the Sioux’s land became the target of a gold rush when Union soldiers discovered the precious metal. Outsiders entered the land in search of gold without reprimand by the U.S. government, which then offered a small monetary compensation to take the gold-rich land. The reservation is now under the new threat of the Dakota Access Pipeline. History is repeating itself before the eyes of the Standing Rock tribe but it is possible to prevent further exploitation by providing support for the tribe and demanding alternative, sustainable resources. Cal State Long Beach has its own history regarding the preservation of Native American land. The large, desolate plot of unused land between the Parkside dorms and parking lot 20 is barren for a reason. A 2005 article from the Daily 49er reports the grounds as a sacred place for Gabrielino American Indians. Long Beach State officials and the City of Long Beach both had interests in building on the land, but opponents prevented any action by citing the state law that protects Native grounds on public
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spaces. Just as the Gabrielino tribe has defended their land, the Standing Rock tribe is defending theirs. But this time a larger support base is needed to reinforce the interests of the Native Americans. In addition to the infringement of Native land, the pipelines pose serious threats to the area: leaking oil into the land and water which could produce devastating effects on the surrounding environment, wildlife and water supply. The Center for Biological Diversity performed research on the most common causes for pipeline accidents and found that they resulted from excavation and corrosion damage. Oppositional movements have remained prevalent in North Dakota and have gathered tremendous support on social media, particularly on Twitter. The hashtag #nodapl began trending with tweets from celebrities, protest organizations, the ACLU and citizens who want to share their support with those protesting. The CNN article, “Keystone pipeline: How many jobs it would really create” by Rene Marsh and Chris Isidore, does state that there is a fair amount of sup-
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port for building the pipeline when the benefits are added to the discussion. There are estimated to be 42,000 jobs in building the pipeline. The pipeline will also provide a safer method for transporting oil across the country, rather than sending the oil by train. These do appear to be rather pleasant incentives to build the pipeline, but a Washington Post report titled “Will Keystone XL pipeline create 42,000 ‘new’ jobs?” by Glenn Kessler, shows that the claims on the abundance of jobs on the CNN article are not what they appear to be. Supporters of the pipeline’s construction fail to realize that in order to receive the benefits of the pipeline, the lives of the people in the Standing Rock tribe will be put at risk if the oil is transported through their territory. According to the Washington Post article, a large amount of the estimated jobs are nothing more than short-term construction jobs with no guarantee of a lasting occupation. CBS also reports in its article titled “Who benefits from revived Keystone XL and Dakota Access pipelines?” by Irina Ivanova, that only 3,900 of those projected 42,000 jobs are actually full-time jobs and
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would last only one year. The large majority of the remaining jobs are parttime as well as non-construction jobs. An alternative solution may be found in renewable energy. Fossil fuel energy is a dangerous resource that holds preference over safer, more sustainable alternatives. Alternatives like solar energy, wind and hydroelectric power harness elements to generate the same energy. Support for the Standing Rock Sioux tribe will save their land and declare the need to invest in renewable energy. The public can show support by donating to Standing Rock and by contacting their local representatives and informing them that they are against the destruction of a sacred Native American land. Students who understand the history of Long Beach State are encouraged to empathize with the Sioux people. The people of the reservation and those who support them will continue protesting the pipeline. The Standing Rock Sioux tribe deserves the ability to decide for themselves what to do with their land — protests and the call to research alternative energy continue the legacy of indigenous resistance.
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49ers’ focus key in win Long Beach State women’s basketball team beats CSUF to win third straight game.
MEN’S BASKETBALL
Bibbins scores 26 in win over CSUF LBSU moves to 4-3 in Big West play after big games from guards in win Thursday.
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After getting swept by UC Riverside last season, the Long Beach State women’s basketball team defeated the Highlanders 55-51 on Saturday at the Walter Pyramid. The 49ers (15-7, 6-1) posted a season-high 26 turnovers. “We turned it over way too much,” 49er head coach Jody Wynn said. “I think we tried to throw the ball over the top and [UC Riverside] is so long and athletic and they were able to pick us apart ... but I think we did a great job at securing defensive rebounds, outside of the free throw line and that’s where we won the game tonight from the rebound battle.” The 49ers’ leading scorer was senior forward Madison Montgomery, who scored 14 points. Montgomery wore a facemask during the game due to an injury she suffered on Jan. 26 against Cal State Fullerton.
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Senior forward Madison Montgomery fights off two UC Riverside defenders, during the first half at Walter Pyramid on Saturday. In the win over the Titans, Montgomery suffered a blow to her right eyebrow, which resulted in her receiving stitches. The six-foot one-inch senior said
this was her first time wearing a protective facemask in a game “It was an adjustment,” Montgomery said. “But it wasn’t too bad.” LBSU now plays CSUN Thursday.
Long Beach State junior guard Justin Bibbins chose a good time to have his best game of the season as the 49ers beat Cal State Fullerton Thursday 76-65 in the Walter Pyramid. Bibbins tied his career-high with 26 points, making five 3-pointers, dishing out five assists and three steals while leading LBSU to its third straight Big West win. “I was just feeling it,” Bibbins said. “This team has multiple scorers and we look for who is hot. Tonight that happened to be me and my teammates found me.” LBSU coach Dan Monson envisioned the duo of Bibbins and freshman guard Loren Jackson doing well together earlier this season and had he finally saw the two get the offense going firsthand against the Titans. “They are both great passers and
offensively that’s not going to be an issue,” Monson said. “I do like that line up and the way our bench is right now I think [Loren Jackson] has been a real spark plug coming off of it.” With LBSU (9-14) winners of three straight games, the team earned Monson’s 100th Big West victory in his 10-year career, becoming the seventh coach in the conference to reach the mark. The Titans tied the game at 46-46, but 49ers junior guard Evan Payne nailed a 3-pointer. After a block by junior forward Roschon Prince, Bibbins found Prince on the other end for an uncontested layup to open up a 7-0 run by LBSU. The 49ers’ defense helped close out the game with 10 blocks and five steals, only allowing four fast break points. Prince grabbed a career-high 14 rebounds to go along with nine points and four blocks. “Every game is a battle,” Prince said. “This was a rivalry game on TV and I know a lot of our opponents don’t get that. It’s extra motivation.” LBSU will play their next game on Wednesday when they travel to Cal State Northridge at 7 p.m. and will be looking for their fourth straight victory.
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Dirtbags’ fans flock to check out new team Former Dirtbag and MLB pitcher Marco Estrada speak at Fan Fest. By Yasmin Cortez and Chrystina Schwartz Staff Writers
Looking to give fans and alumni an opportunity to check out the Dirtbags’ new batting and pitching facilities, Long Beach State hosted its first Dirtbags Fan Fest Saturday at Blair Field. Along with seeing the new facilities, those in attendance were able to meet this year’s Dirtbags while also getting a chance to hear from former Dirtbag and current Toronto Blue Jay pitcher Marco Estrada. Among those who attended the event was Tom Sisson, a right fielder for the Dirtbags from 1978-79. While Sisson was a member of the team 40 years ago, he says he will always follow the team. “I’m very fortunate,” Sisson said. “[I’m] a long-time alumni, ex-player. I’m always going to come back and support our team, but [seeing] a guy like Marco Estrada who’s obviously an incredible big leaguer and [who] I’ve met many times, [it was] really wonderful to be a part of that.” Sisson commented it’s great that former players continue to support and
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Toronto Blue Jay’s pitcher and former Long Beach State baseball player chats with fellow Dirtbag alum Tom Sisson during LBSU’s first Dirtbags Fan Fest Saturday at Blair Field. Estrada was the guest speaker at the event.
contribute to a program that currently has the most former players on Major League Baseball teams in the country. “Marco is in the big leagues, but he’s one of us, he’s a Dirtbag,” Sisson said. “Just have to think how wonderful it is
to represent our college, be in the big leagues and come back and support us. It’s pretty fantastic.” Along with Estrada guest speaking at the event, former Dirtbags Jason Vargas and Evan Longoria both contributed
$100,000 to help fund the Blair Field renovations. Although Estrada was impressed with the new renovations, he admitted that one change to the stadium might have been an issue when he was still
playing at LBSU. “If I was still playing here I’d be a little upset since they brought in the [outfield] walls,” Estrada said jokingly. “It looks so much better than what I remember. They have the batting cages now and it’s a massive facility.” While he had a chance to be a part of the team’s first Fan Fest, Estrada appreciated the amount of fans who attended the event that reminded him of when he was a Dirtbag. “I remember when I played here and we always had a lot of fans,” Estrada said. “So it’s good to see a similar turnout.” Along with public and former players, current players have commented on how the facilities have improved daily exercises the team goes through. “I love the new facilities,” Nelson said. “We’re able to get a lot more work in — in less time so I mean it’s definitely going to be nice.” Bringing the event to a close was an alumni game that featured this year’s teams against former Dirtbags, including Tanner Brown, Zack Domingues and Eric Hutting from last season’s NCAA regional team. The current Dirtbags won the game 6-3. LBSU will start its season with weekend series when the Dirtbags host the Oklahoma Sooners starting Feb. 17 at 6 p.m. at Blair Field. Last season the Sooners finished the season 30-27-1.
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