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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
Game night opens entertainment to public jesse villaverde \\ staff writer
emily walker // crimson
Dead Puffer Fish on the Shore of Indian River Lagoon
Indian River Lagoon becoming uninhabitable emily walker \\ staff writer
Marine life is dying in the Indian River Lagoon. Kara Watts, an animal behavior student at Florida Tech, said there are many reasons for this, one of which begins with algae. “Algae blooms come up, blocking the sunlight from coming down into the water,” Watts said. Watts explained that this keeps seagrass from growing, which throws off the lagoon’s whole ecosystem. “Without seagrass, that takes away an entire habitat for a bunch of marine life to live in,” she said. Watts said the creatures have nowhere to go without the seagrass. Dr. Glenn Miller, a biology professor and faculty advisor for
the biological honors society Tri Beta at Florida Tech, said much of the lagoon’s decline has occurred within the past ten years. According to Miller, seagrass beds in particular have recently become increasingly sparse throughout the lagoon. For several decades, the seagrass beds have been slowly disappearing, and in the last seven to ten years, their presence has dropped drastically. “They’ve been declining, and then they finally reached a point where they just all kind of died,” Miller said. The seagrass isn’t the only part of the lagoon that has suffered. Watts said oysters are dying off as pollutants fill the lagoon. Watts said sewage, animal
waste, and fertilizer pollute the lagoon and cause a buildup of muck on the bottom of the lagoon. This muck takes up space on the bottom of the lagoon where oysters normally grow. “Those filter feeders are kind of what help keep the lagoon clean,” Watts said, referring to the oysters. “Since there’s no room for the oysters, then the water quality goes down.” Another problem in the lagoon is invasive marine life. Greigh Olsen, a biology student preparing to switch to marine biology at Florida Tech, said lionfish have become a problem in the lagoon. These invasive fish are a threat
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Pipe damage temporarily shuts down A/C system Kevin Boodoosingh \\ Design Editor
The importance of regular maintenance inspection was emphasized when the escalation of a dangerous situation was prevented. On Friday Sept. 7th the north campus Central Energy Plant, which provides power for the HVAC system that services all four eating facilities on campus and some academic buildings, was shutdown. The biggest buildings affected
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were Panther Dining Hall, Denius Student Center (SUB), Rathskellar, Clemente Cafe, Evans Library, Crawford Building, George M. Skurla Building, Link Building and the Shephard Building. “In an observation made by an astute employee, Jeff Sherman, he noticed that there was water running on the asphalt behind the Link building and determined that the water was coming from the Central Energy Plant,” said Dewey Yeatts, the director of Facilities Management.
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“Due to Jeff checking the temperature of the water, which was 52 degrees, we determined that the water is possibly coming from a chill water return line.” A chill water return line circulates cold water through the A/C system. Immediately after they determined where the water was coming from, work began. Yeatts said the decision was made to have a unplanned
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Evans Library’s Digital Scholarship Lab was transformed into a blur of screens, consoles, wires and students for their Library After Hours Video Game Night. “This event was for students to relax and have fun with each other,” said Martin Gallagher, manager of the DSL. “Originally GameStop was a part of this event, but the local owner had family issues last minute so we had to improvise.” Florida Tech students brought their own video game systems to the event, such as an original Xbox and Nintendo Gamecube, apart from what was available at the event. There were two big-screen projectors and five virtual reality headsets, including the popular Oculus Rift and HTC Vive.
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Adjusting to life in the U.S. Xiao Liang \\ Staff Writer
Studying abroad is no simple matter; not only do foreign students have to overcome the language barrier, but they might also need some time to get used to the new environment. “I’ve been in the U.S for almost 5 years already, but I’m still not used to everything.” Jiahao Wu, a sophomore student from China, said. “Here people act different, treat things differently and sometimes it can be confusing.” Adjusting to a new environment can be difficult, especially for those who came to America for the first time. Many of these students come from different and diverse cultural backgrounds, and because of that, they might run into problems and difficulties that native students would rarely encounter. One common problem that occurs frequently among the international students is the language barrier. Although all of them have met the English proficiency requirement before being accepted to Florida Tech, actually speaking and using a language can be very different from studying it.
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SEPTEMBER 18
A Panther’s guide to staying safe in the jungle Ryan Daniels \\
CAPS Outreach Columnist As the young panthers step out into the vast college landscape we term “the weekend,” they may hear unfamiliar calls out from somewhere within the trees: “BEER!” “PARTY!” “SEX!” While college is a time when young adults are beginning to experiment and learn who they are, these three words can also cloud our better judgement. What starts as an innocent night out can turn dangerous quickly, sometimes without even realizing it is happening. It is particularly important to become aware of this at the beginning of the year, as we are currently in the “Red Zone,” a period of vulnerability for sexual assaults that begins when students first walk onto campus until Thanksgiving break. It is crucial that we learn and understand how to protect ourselves as we venture out into the wilderness that is the college experience. Here are a few helpful tips for staying safe in the college jungle: Tip # 1: TRUST YOUR GUT If something doesn’t feel right, it’s probably not. Trust your intuition
when it comes to partying and sexual encounters. It is important that you take action to remove yourself from a situation the moment you feel uncomfortable. Worries about being polite or attempts to “keep up” with your friends can take a backseat the moment you feel threatened. Safety is ALWAYS a number one priority and there’s nothing wrong with calling it an early night, popping a bag of popcorn, and turning on Netflix if something feels off. Tip #2: STICK WITH YOUR PANTHER PACK It is important that you venture out with fellow panthers you can trust to have your back if things take a turn. Make sure someone always knows where you are and check in often to make sure everyone is safe and having a good time. If you decide to drink, recognize that this may make you less aware of your surroundings and to possible signs of danger. We recommend you designate a sober “pack leader” you can trust to watch out for the rest of the pack and make sure everyone gets home safely. Tip #3: COMMUNICATE WITH YOUR MATE
If you decide to engage in sexual activity, it is important to know what you are comfortable with and communicate that clearly to your partner. Recognize that you have the right to say “no” at any point if you feel uncomfortable or are in danger. Do not be afraid to be strong in your refusal and reinforce it with body language. Get to know your own comfort zone and be respectful of your partner’s. The absence of “no” does not mean “yes,” and no one should have to feel uncomfortable or pressured. Furthermore, just because you have engaged in sexual activity with someone previously doesn’t mean you automatically consent to it the next time. Lastly, it’s never too late to change your mind even if you have already started
to engage in the sexual activity. If you’re not sure about something, be open and communicate your ambivalence, as this shows you respect one another and appreciate each other’s boundaries. Tip #4: BE PREPARED We cannot prevent sexual assault, but there are many steps we can take to help keep ourselves and others safe from potential predators. For example, when meeting someone for the first time, make sure it is in a public place and that someone knows where you will be. Also, be sure to get help right away if you feel intoxicated, but have not had any alcohol or if the effects of alcohol feel stronger than usual. This could be a sign someone has attempted to use a date rape drug.
When walking through campus, especially at night, be aware of your surroundings and avoid being distracted by looking at your phone or listening to music. Try to stay in lighted areas and ask a friend or a campus security officer to escort you if you begin to feel unsafe. You can call Campus Security 24/7 (321-6748111). Plug them into your phone for easy access. To get some more tips and learn about staying safe in the vast college jungle, please join us at our “How to Protect Like a Panther” event taking place on Wednesday, September 19th from 7:00-8:30pm in Evans Hall, Room 202. It can be difficult to navigate between making new friends, having fun, and staying safe, but remember that your safety always comes first!
If you or someone you know has been a victim of sexual assault and needs help, do not hesitate to contact: Campus Security:
Holzer Health Center:
(321) 674-8078
(321) 674-8111
Counseling and Psychological Services: (321) 674-8050
Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline (Brevard, FL): (321) 784-HELP/4357
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE/4673
Title IX Coordinator: (321) 674-7277
Corrections At The Florida Tech Crimson, it is our policy to promptly correct errors within our publications. If you find any factual errors, please contact Design Editor Kevin Boodoosingh at kboodoosingh2015@my.fit.edu Here are the corrections for the last issue: Issue 2 - Sept 4 A pull quote stated "This is the best experience I've had on campus so hard." However, the quote was "This is the best experience I've had on campus so far," as stated within the article. In the story "Roster scrambles, but far from shambles" there is a sentence that states "as two years ago a senior starting quarterback was booted off the team after facing DUI". This was not the correct use of “booted”. The referenced quarterback was suspended, not removed from the varsity football team.
We regret these errors.
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OPINION Continued from front Professor Annie Caza, who teaches ESL classes, English as a Second Language, said the accent of the foreign students will never be the same as the native English speakers. "We have a very specific style of writing here, and that might not correspond to [what the foreign students were taught],” said Caza. “My students were already bilingual, but what they don't know is how to format a text, they know how to make some sentences but they don't know how to organize an essay or writing.” Besides academics, certain words sometimes could be misunderstood or misused in a student’s daily life. Harjot Singh, a senior student from India said “You know I just found out that here people call rubbers ‘erasers.’ I was taught British English back in India and that thing is always called a rubber. Now I feel embarrassed for asking to borrow a rubber from a classmate since rubber means something else.” Another problem that was constantly mentioned by the international students is the measuring system used in U.S. According to the World Factbook of CIA, the United States, Liberia, and Myanmar are the only countries
Continued from front controlled shutdown of the plant in order to service the issue. Cheryl LeBlanc, the director of Business Operations at Facilities Operations, sent out a facilities notice to the campus to notify the community of the situation. “We first contacted our contractors and together, with our on-campus facilities team, we began work,” said Crystal Price, the HVAC Supervisor at Facilities Operations. Construction was underway, and it was determined that a ruptured chill water line was responsible for the water leak, according to Yeatts. “We were losing 21,000 gallons of chill water. Not only was it dangerous, but we have to pay to run that plant and pay for all the water that it uses.” With additional help from the City of Melbourne,
in the world that uses the Imperial System as the official measuring system. So, almost all international students have to get used to using it. “Well I’ve been driving long enough to know what a mile is approximately, but the rest are still very confusing,” Singh said. “Foot, yard, ounce, fahrenheit, they don’t really make much sense to me.” Even though getting used to the culture and differences can be overwhelming, especially for those who needs to focus on academics, the experience can be pleasant and memorable. Jiahao Wu for example, said that he was glad that he came to the United States. “I never regretted coming here, I had a lot of fun learning the culture with my friends, and I also share some of mine with them as well,” Wu said. “I get to see and know more things that are different from home, and that is very cool.” Like Wu, many other foreign students at Florida Tech have enjoyed learning, getting used to the new environment and making friends from all over the world. A Japanese scholar, Okakura Kakuzo, once said “The art of life lies in a constant readjustment to our surroundings.”
all the necessary repairs were made and the rupture was successfully repaired. During the repair, another problem arised. “While excavating the site, [debris] fell and sheared an FPL electrical conduit which needs to be repaired before we fill the site,” said Yeatts. Yeatts planned on having the repairs done on Sunday 16th, “Power will be out from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday so maybe students might want to get some studying done at a friends house or even Starbucks.” “In unplanned events like these, our main priority is the safety of our students and everyone on campus, faculty and staff and visitors. We would never want anyone to be hurt from any work that is being done, that is why we try our best to send out a notice of where and what work is being done throughout campus.”
Ruptured chill water line
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SEPTEMBER 18
CAMPUSLIFE
Students use LAN party to relieve stress Khemari Howard \\ Staff Writer
It started like any other Saturday morning—Labor Day was the following Monday, and many were looking forward to the three-day weekend; for one student, this was the day she could get away from work and unwind. Catherine Elwell, a junior Ocean Engineering major, organized the first LAN party for the semester at Florida Tech. “We really can’t have it many times during the semester,” Elwell said. “It kind of requires a three-day weekend.” Through FITSSFF, Florida Tech’s Society for Science Fiction and Fantasy, Ewell successfully enabled around 40 others to unwind along with her. “There’s a lot that goes into organizing the event,” Elwell continued. “The 30 minutes before it’s supposed to start is probably the hardest part.” Elwell said there were
a few 10 gigabyte switches, six switch boxes each capable of housing 50 ethernet cables and over 100 ethernet cables for attendees to use. Andre Robidoux, freshman Mechanical Engineering major, was one of the many in attendance. “I don’t have many other friends who I get to play video games with that often,” Robidoux said. “It’s cool just being around many other people who play video games.” This was Robidoux’s first time going to one of the LAN anticipation building for super smash bros. parties and like him, many others attending said the feeling of inclusion is what made the party worthwhile. “Most people play games online,” Matt
Khemari HOward // crimson
"There's a difference between talking to someone over voice chat and having them patting you on the back when you achieve something together."
spagitti junction of ethernet cables
Khemari Howard // crimson
Schelhorn, junior Ocean Engineering major said. “It’s awesome getting people to come and sit down with each other—even if they’re playing different games, they’re playing around other people.” There were desktops, laptops, game consoles both portable and plugand-play and the popular VR game, “Beat Saber,” for all to enjoy. “It’s such an amazing feeling,” Elwell said. “There’s a difference between talking to someone over voice chat and having them patting you on the back when you achieve something together.” There were several groups playing games like
Counter Strike: Global Offensive, Battlefield and Minecraft. Several hours into the event a Smash Bros. tournament was being organized. “I really only know about three or four people in the room,” Schelhorn said. “But the fact that we share a common interest is really cool.” The event usually runs from mid afternoon until about 10 at night. Elwell said she’d love to pull an all-nighter if it were possible. “There’s something more intimate about playing games next to people,” Elwell said. “You get a sense of bonding—it feels amazing.”
everyone experience different games and have a good time,” said Andre Robidoux, a freshman in chemical engineering. Robidoux said it was a good opportunity for students that can’t afford game consoles to experience new games and technology for free. Many students had a good first impression with virtual reality, including Robidoux. Earlier in the semester, Gallagher showcased the new Oculus Go headset, a virtual reality headset
that places someone in an immersive environment. Gallagher said that events like the video game night helps students, especially freshman, create an “interactive connection” with the Florida Tech community “The more they come to the library for these types of events, the more support and resources we can bring to help them out in school,” said Gallagher. Gallagher hopes the next gaming event to be even bigger, with many more interactive gaming stations, including another Oculus Rift system.
Continued from front “We made virtual reality the focus this year to attract our new technology to freshman; that’s why we had five new stations with immersive games,” Gallagher said. The Florida Tech Society for Science Fiction and Fantasy, FITSSFF, was a big help setting up the event in collaboration with Evans Library. “This year’s event had a very good turnout,” said Diego Sanchez, librarian of FITSSFF. “We try to help out every semester by bringing our own games to the table, just enough for a lot of people to enjoy.”
The game that attracted the biggest crowd was Super Smash Bros., a fighting game where players use different attacks to knock their opponents off an arena. There was always room for someone to pick up and play with the game supporting up to eight players. “Smash is so fun to play and I enjoy watching,” said junior Justin Futrell, studying computer science. “Just the chaos of eight players battling and roaring until the end brings me joy.”
In addition to Smash Bros, other multiplayer games were at the event, such as Tekken on Playstation and Star Wars: Battle-
"THE MORE THEY COME TO THE LIBRARY FOR THESE TYPES OF EVENTS, THE MORE SUPPORT AND RESOURCES WE CAN BRING TO HELP THEM OUT IN SCHOOL." front II Classic for Xbox. There was also an opportunity to play virtual reality games like Superhot and Beat Saber VR. “It’s awesome to see
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REVIEW A Truly Spectacular Spider-Man david thompson \\ managing editor
PlayStation’s “SpiderMan” was just released on Sept. 7 after being initially announced way back in June of 2016. It was developed and produced by Insomniac Games and is only available on PlayStation 4. This means that if you don’t have a PlayStation 4, you need to go buy one right now. I will forever be indebted to Insomniac and Sony for gifting me with potentially the best Spider-Man incarnation of all time. Sorry, Tom Holland. As a kid that has grown up with Spider-Man being his favorite superhero, this was probably my most anticipated video game of all-time. Insomniac knocked it out of the park. This single-player, open-world adventure has amazing action, breathtaking cinematics one of the most engaging Spider-Man stories to date. At the core of “SpiderMan”, there is a story about Peter Parker and the struggles of balancing the responsibilities of his everyday life and being Spider-Man. The interpersonal relationships fleshed out in this marvelous masterpiece keeps you invested throughout and leaves you craving for more. Aunt May, Mary Jane “MJ” Watson and Dr. Otto Octavius are a few of the most iconic characters in
Spider-Man’s long history and Insomniac expertly use all of them. Simply put, don’t skip the cutscenes they’re well-written, well-acted and add so much more to the game than just web-slinging. That being said, web-slinging is ridiculously fun in “Spider-Man.” It seems difficult at first but once you get the hang of it you can practically feel the wind whistling by you. There’s a bunch of different ways to get across town and it's a joy mastering these ways to use Spidey’s webs. We’ve come so far from the old “Spider-Man 2” game I used to play for hours on my GameCube. All of the swinging takes place in Peter Parker’s home of New York City. There seems to be a never-ending line of skyscrapers to cling to, run along and launch the web-head off. As you progress in the game the map does begin to feel smaller and smaller because you’ll find yourself having to go all over the place so it’s easy to familiarize yourself. The number of side missions and objectives to do will keep you exploring for hours outside of the main storyline. Additionally, the handto-hand combat did not disappoint and I could tell a lot of time was spent on making it as fun and rewarding as possible. There are so many vari-
Brotherly Bond david thompson \\ managing editor
I will not lie, for the first 20 minutes of this movie I had no idea what was going on or where it was heading. Then a pivotal gut-wrenching moment happened and I was all in for “Kin”. Written and directed by brothers Jonathan and Josh Baker, “Kin” follows our young adopted hero, Eli (Myles Truitt), and his older brother, Jimmy (Jack Reynor), who is fresh out of prison. As seen in the trailer, Eli comes across an alien-looking weapon that he finds
ations of fighting styles to choose from. Spider-Man’s quickness and leaping ability are on full-display when punching a guy into the air, dodging incoming bullets and simultaneously ripping weapons out of your enemies hands. Then there’s the seemingly endless array of gadgets at your disposal to web, trap or electrify your enemies. Using both the gadgets and melee in combat can
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get pretty crazy but equally as satisfying. The only gripe I have is the suit selection. You unlock a large closet full of suits by the game’s end and I would only wear a handful. I thought there could’ve been a few more iconic suits integrated but that doesn’t mean they won’t in a sequel game. After the sure-fire success of PlayStation’s “Spider-Man,” I’m sure it will not be long until a “Spider-Man 2” will be in the works. The spirit of SpiderMan and Peter Parker is
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really what makes the character so lovable and I can’t applaud Insomniac enough on how they embodied what it’s like to do “whatever a spider can”. From swinging freely through Times Square to small special moments between Peter and MJ. I came in with extremely high expectations for this game and it’s incredible that it was able to exceed them. I couldn’t recommend this game more to comic book fans, gamers or anyone who just wants to have a good time swinging through Manhattan.
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Was “Kin” worth the ticket?
interesting enough to keep for himself. But like in most movies, you can’t just take something and get away with it. So most of this film has our protagonists on the run with the weapon and their relationships are really what makes this movie compelling. “Kin” is listed as an “action/sci-fi” film and while I think that is pretty accurate, this movie could’ve been even better without most of the sci-fi elements. As you’re watching the movie it starts to feel like
everytime the sci-fi related storyline pops up, it’s out of place. There’s a decent pay-off at the end that helped me appreciate the sci-fi aspects a little more, but still, I think the movie could’ve done better without them. Where “Kin” really shines is in the interpersonal dynamics between the characters and each person's motivations. Even James Franco’s character (spoiler-alert, Franco isn’t a good guy) had a really good motivation tool to make you understand where he is
coming from. I can’t compliment the Baker brothers enough on their writing of this movie when it comes to the familial relationship. Eli, Jimmy and their dad (Dennis Quaid) each have a unique rapport with one another and seeing how the threads between them become undone is fascinating to behold. While “Kin” is not a perfect movie by any means, it ultimately has a lot more going for it than against. The character relationships are well thought out
and meaningful, the action is fun even though some sci-fi elements feel out of place, and the ending had me slightly confused but nonetheless smiling because of a fun cameo. When the movie started, I was already planning in my head what negative things I would write in my review. But, once you get past a certain point, it’s an hour and a half of nonstop fun. I would definitely say “Kin” is worth the ticket if you’re looking for an action flick with a well thought out story.
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SCI/TECH
looking onto the indian river lagoon
Continued from front to native wildlife, according to Olsen. Olsen said they eat not only native species’ food but also their young. Additionally, lionfish are capable of surviving in both saltwater and brackish water. “They can go pretty much anywhere, as long as they have something to eat,” Olsen said. She went on to say that while divers work to capture lionfish and some researchers are even attempting to train other fish to kill lionfish, lionfish have virtually no natural predators. As marine life suffers in the Indian River Lagoon,
so does life for the public, according to Watts. “The biggest draw for Florida is tourism,” Watts said. The lagoon’s declining state could have an impact on Florida’s economic system, according to Watts. She compared the tourism situation to the dirty water of the Hudson River and New York City. “People don’t go to New York for the water, they go for the city,” she said. “But Melbourne isn’t a big city. People don’t go for the city, they go for the water.” Miller agreed the lagoon’s health impacts the public’s enjoyment of the water. He brought up a “Florida Today” article he recent-
emily walker // crimson ly read about the lagoon and gave an analogy for the current water conditions. “The water is essentially like onion soup, whereas a couple decades ago, it was clear,” he said. “From a standpoint of being able to enjoy the water, we can’t see the dolphins or the manatees or the turtles.” Miller also mentioned sewage leakage and the effect that has on both the marine life and the public. “If we have a sewage spill and now the fish are infected with fecal-form E. coli, that makes them less appetizing,” he said. While he hasn’t heard of anyone getting sick from fish caught in the lagoon, he still believes the sewage impacts the public’s enjoy-
ment of the water. Despite the lagoon’s current status, Miller believes it can improve with conservation efforts. Miller said the number one priority should be to stop dumping waste into the water. Sewage getting into the lagoon is a major problem, according to both Miller and Watts. “The lagoon only has a handful of inlets,” Miller said. “When something harmful gets in the lagoon or the water quality deteriorates, it’s hard to flush it out.” Miller believes there should be fewer septic tanks near the lagoon and that the sewage lines should be kept in better shape. While taking care of septic tanks may be a task for local government officials, Miller made suggestions the rest of the public can do. Miller said it’s important to not use fertilizer during the fertilizer ban. Additionally, Miller suggested moving cars onto a grassy area before washing them. “Soap actually contains a lot of chemicals algae can grow on,” Miller said. While Miller believes the possibility of restoring seagrass will be decades away, there are steps that can be taken to directly
impact the lagoon. Watts mentioned the Brevard Zoo’s collaboration with the Blue Life program, which is working to create oyster mats to place back in the lagoon. These oyster mats will help repopulate the lagoon of its depleted oyster population and work to filter out the harmful substances in the water. Additionally, Greigh brought up involving the public in capturing and killing the lionfish. “We could educate the public and encourage people to harvest lionfish,” she said. Additionally, she believes more research should be done in training fish to kill lionfish. Finally, Miller said any conservational efforts, such as recycling, will benefit the lagoon. He believes this is important not only for the lagoon’s health, but also for the community. “The one thing I’ve realized from living in this area is how vital the lagoon is to the area, because it is a big draw, and it is essential to our quality of life,” he said. “But I’m also very thrilled that so many people are interested in it and so many people are becoming educated about it. I find that has very hopeful aspects.”
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ISSUE 3
SEPTEMBER 18
SPORTS
Panthers defeat Statesmen to remain undefeated
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j.t. Hassell after a successful play at the first home game.
david thompson \\ managing editor
The Florida Tech football team racked up their third win of the season on Saturday night after taking down the Delta State Statesmen resulting in a 30-12 final. The Panthers got off to a hot start, scoring 21 unanswered points in the first quarter. All three touchdowns came within the first five minutes of play. Starting quarterback Trent Chmelik starting off the scoring barrage, launching a 41-yard passing touchdown to wide receiver Romell Guerrier. Less than two minutes later, senior running back, Antwuan Haynes, broke free for an electrifying 69-yard run for the Panthers second touchdown of the night. In his first game of the the 2018 season, sophomore wide receiver Austin Evarts took a direct snap from the center and darted into the endzone for an 11-yard touchdown. Delta State finally put points on the board in the second quarter as a Statesmen wide receiver, Tyler Harrell, hauled in a 22-yard pass from quarterback Patrick Shegog. On the extra-point field goal attempt, the Statesman fumbled and senior linebacker J.T. Hassell gathered the loose ball and ran it back for two points. Hassell led the team with nine total tackles and two pass breakups fresh off his Gulf South Conference Player of the Week performance against Newberry College. The final scoring play for the
Panthers came with less than four minutes to go in the first half. Evarts ran in a tough 21-yard touchdown for his second score of the evening. With less than 2 minutes left in
the third quarter, Chmelik threw an interception to Delta State’s Darren Gardenhire who ran it back for a touchdown. Solidifying the final score at 30-12. The Panthers are now 3-0 having defeated Benedict College,
Newberry College and Delta State. Next week they face-off against GSC opponent West Georgia on the road.