February 12, 2020 — Gwinnett Daily Post

A4 ♦ Wednesday, February 12, 2020 ♦ gWinnettdailypost.com COLUMNIST I KEITH ROACH

Prognosis on advanced prostate cancer is difficult to come by

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EAR DR. ROACH: A few months ago, my husband was told that his prostate cancer has returned. He now has stage 4 cancer. We asked all of his doctors (five of them!) what his prognosis is and received wildly varying Roach answers — everything from two months to maybe 10 years. I understand that his prognosis depends on many factors, but is there a reason his physicians can’t give us a better idea? I also want very much to know if he will be in pain, and they won’t give me an answer about that, either. Can you help?

— S.S. ANSWER: I’m sorry to hear about your husband.

It’s not easy to predict life expectancy, and physicians aren’t good at it. There are computer models to help, but none I could find for someone with advanced cancer. Physicians tend to be overly optimistic, but the main issue is that, like people, cancers are unique, and there is a great deal of variability.

Roughly 30% of people with advanced (stage 4) prostate cancer will be alive in five years. How fast the tumor is spreading, his overall health and his age, and his past treatments all are factors to consider.

Considering all people diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer, roughly 1 in 10 will succumb within six months.

Most will live between 1.5 and six years. One in 10 will still be alive after 10 years.

Pain is also highly variable.

Some people have a great deal of pain; a very few have none at all. In my experience, most will develop some degree of pain, especially as the disease progresses. Prostate cancer tends to spread to the bone, and these can be painful. Pain can be controlled, but it’s best to start treatment early, as pain is easier to control when treatment is started before pain gets out of control.

I hope you and your husband are able to make the most out of his remaining time, no matter how long that turns out to be.

DR. ROACH WRITES: A recent column on intractable hiccups generated a great deal of well-intended advice and suggestions from readers. Several were quite insistent that I send the advice along to the person who wrote to me. Having taken care of a few people with this problem, I can assure my readers that these methods have been tried before it’s time to think about powerful medication.

That being said, the advice may still help people with annoying — but not quite to the point where they are medically intractable — hiccups.

Here are some of the suggestions I received from readers: ♦ Fill a glass with a small amount of water, bend over and drink from the glass on the opposite side of the glass, in other words from the side that is farthest from your face. The glass would be tilted backward as you do this. ♦ Deliberately swallow air to force a belch. ♦ Eat a spoonful of peanut butter or sugar. Ginger ale is another suggestion.

Another reader noted that the hiccup seemed to predict a pituitary tumor. Several readers wrote that chlorpromazine (Thorazine) was very effective and not at all difficult, while others said although it was helpful, the side effects were horrendous.

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LOTTERY Tuesday cash 3 midday: 9-1-9 cash 4 midday: 8-3-1-3 ga. 5 midday: 4-6-9-4-5 Monday cash 3 midday: 8-5-1 cash 3 evening: 8-5-5 cash 3 night: 9-7-0 cash 4 midday: 8-2-9-8 cash 4 evening: 2-4-4-5 cash 4 night: 2-0-2-6 ga. 5 midday: 1-7-0-5-5 ga. 5 evening: 0-1-6-6-5 Fantasy 5: 22-23-36-39-41 Jumbo bucks: 2-5-10-13-17-37

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Lake Full Yesterday allatoona ............(840.0) .....840.41 blackshear ......... (237.0) .... 235.81 blue ridge........(1690.0) ...1676.86 burton..............(1865.0) .. 1862.43 carters.............(1072.0) .. 1084.48 chatuge ........... (1927.0) ...1921.66 Harding .............. (521.0) .... 520.36 Hartwell .............(660.0) .......663.1 Jackson..............(530.0) .... 528.89

Lake Full Yesterday lanier............... (1071.0) ...1074.68 nottely..............(1779.0) ...1768.73 oconee ..............(435.0) .... 434.89 seminole...............(77.5) .......81.26 sinclair ...............(339.8) .... 339.03 thurmond ..........(330.0) ...... 332.3 tugalo ................ (891.5) .... 890.71 Walter F. george.(188.0) .....188.01 West point..........(635.0) ..... 631.19

TODAY IN HISTORY TODAY’S HISTORY: in 1554, lady Jane grey, who reigned over england for nine days in 1553, was beheaded for treason. in 1909, the national association for the advancement of colored people (naacp) was founded in new york city. in 1999, the u.s. senate voted to acquit president bill clinton on charges of perjury and obstruction of justice, bringing his impeachment trial to a close. in 2008, general motors offered buyouts to its more than 70,000 union workers after posting a $39 billion loss in 2007.

TODAY’S BIRTHDAYS: charles darwin (1809-1882), scientist; abraham lincoln (1809-1865), 16th u.s. president; omar bradley (1893-1981), u.s. army general; lorne greene (1915-1987), actor; Franco Zeffirelli (1923-2019), director; bill russell (1934- ), basketball player;

Judy blume (1938- ), author; arsenio Hall (1956- ), actor/comedian; Josh brolin (1968- ), actor; darren aronofsky (1969- ), filmmaker; christina ricci (1980- ), actress; brad Keselowski (1984- ), race car driver.

TODAY’S FACT: charles darwin replaced charles dickens on britain’s 10-pound note in 2000, reportedly in part because darwin’s beard would make forgery more difficult.

TODAY’S SPORTS: in 1878, Harvard baseball player Frederick thayer received a patent for the catcher’s mask.

TODAY’S QUOTE: “Where there are people, there is pride and ambition, prejudice and conflict. in generals, as in all other men, capabilities cannot always obscure weaknesses, nor can talents hide faults.” -- omar bradley, “a soldier’s story”

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COLUMNIST I AMY DICKINSON

DNA match creates cousin confusion

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EAR AMY: A relative contacted me on an ancestry site after learning that we were cousins (most likely first cousins, once removed).

We had no knowledge of each other and excitedly exchanged information about ourselves and our families.

Eventually, though, she wanted specific names of male relatives who, presumably, might be her birth father.

She was not adopted and was raised by two parents (presumably, the father who raised her didn’t know he was not her biological father).

At that point I explained that I did not feel comfortable giving names and asked if she could speak with her mother about this, however uncomfortable that might be.

I truly felt I’d gone as far as I could, ethically speaking.

My cousins (one of whom might be her biological father) are married, and I had their lives to consider in this genetic search process.

After declining to provide names of family members, I never heard from her again, which grieves me.

Now I’m left wondering: In this age of DNA discoveries, what are our obligations to family members, whether they be known or hidden?

What is ethical here?

— Curious Cousin DEAR CURIOUS: This is a great question, and it — and others like it — are

emerging as DNA disthings I wanted to do coveries unearth fambefore I got married. ily secrets.

And I did!

I agree with how Having a baby was you’ve handled this. never on my radar.

You chose to register Oh, I figured I would on this site and comwant a baby one day, municate with this but it wasn’t a prilong-lost cousin. Your Dickinson ority. other relatives have I’m the type of pernot made the same choice, son where I see dogs that and you don’t have the right are around me before I see to reveal their identities the cute baby. And, please, without permission. don’t show me a video of You could force this issue your kid learning to run or into the open by saying to dancing. No thanks! your relatives: “I have been My problem is that when contacted by a previously my friends talk about babyunknown cousin through sitting their grandchildren a DNA site. She is eager to (which I think they do too reach out to other family often — they can’t seem to members. If you are inter- say no to their kids!) my ested in communicating eyes tend to glaze over, and with her, let me know and I zone out.

I will give you her contact At work when co-workinformation.” ers start talking about their I’m not advocating for kids or grandkids, I have this approach, but it is an the same reaction. Usually option that offers your rel- I just go back to my office. atives the same choice you What is wrong with me? have faced.

Why don’t I like kids?

You could also reach out —M to your cousin again in orDEAR M: I don’t know der to stay in touch, without why you don’t like kids. I changing your own choice don’t assume that you actuabout disclosure. ally dislike human children, DEAR AMY: My co- but that you are bored by workers all have children a topic that you don’t see or grandchildren. My hus- as relatable. band and I never had chilPerhaps if you pretended dren (medical issues). that children were dogs, you Most of my friends and co- could at least feign an inworkers were determined to terest in them. Maybe not. get out of school, get marThere is a high likelihood ried and have a baby! Me? that I wouldn’t be overI wanted to travel and do ly interested in your pho-

tos from your most recent travel adventure. But if you showed these photos to me, I would politely engage with you, because your travels and your pooches are important to you.

Friendship and collegiality confer a certain amount of benign politeness. You might not be overly interested in a friend or colleague’s golf game, her kids’ soccer score, or her grandbaby’s first steps, but a nod and a smile are all that is required; then you can go back to your office.

DEAR AMY: Thank you, thank you for your response to “Tightrope Walker,” whose co-worker had survived a suicide attempt.

Yes, after a crisis, it is such a relief to interact with people in a “normal” capacity. Not directly addressing the crisis isn’t being in denial. It is demonstrating that you see the survivor as more than their illness.

— Been There DEAR BEEN THERE: Re-entry is so hard after a personal crisis. Thank you for your wisdom.

You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: ASKAMY@amydickinson. com. Readers may send postal mail to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068.

You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or “like” her on Facebook.

push fear aside and forge ahead. trust and believe in your ability to get things done correctly. pay close attention to what works best for you and to the people you feel most comfortable being around. a combination of loyalty and trust will protect what matters most to you.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — share your thoughts and feelings with a loved one, and together you’ll build a better future. making personal improvements or living arrangements will save you time and money.

PISCES (Feb. 20-march 20) — a unique approach and a good work ethic will help you stand out. a competitive person will give you a hard time. don’t ignore a problem; fix it.

ARIES (march 21-april 19) — a chance to make extra cash is evident. consider doing your own thing. take heed of financial advice someone offers you. romance will enhance your relationship with someone special. share your intentions.

TAURUS (april 20-may 20) — don’t be shy. share your creative ideas and present what you have to offer. take courses related to the arts. get involved in projects that will improve your life.

GEMINI (may 21-June 20) — your ability to work with precision and focus will help you stand out. you can improve your surroundings if you redecorate or renovate your space to accommodate your pursuits.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) — partnerships are featured. reach out to someone you enjoy spending time with and make plans that will enhance your relationship. Helping others will be gratifying.

LEO (July 23-aug. 22) — update your appearance and make personal changes that will raise your self-esteem. stop worrying about what others do or think, and focus on what’s important to you. romance is encouraged.

VIRGO (aug. 23-sept. 22) — if you take on a challenge, you will make an impression. mingle, network and share your vision. the people you attract will benefit you as you move forward. Follow your heart.

LIBRA (sept. 23-oct. 23) — you will get ahead if you concentrate on your objective instead of letting someone mess with your mind and upset your plans. personal growth, physical improvements and financial prudence should be your priorities.

SCORPIO (oct. 24-nov.

22) — travel and learning are featured. mix business with pleasure to impress a loved one. if you speak your mind, you will get the results you desire. don’t be afraid to be different.

SAGITTARIUS (nov. 23dec. 21) — displaying a poker face will serve you well when dealing with fast-talkers. the less you let others know about you, the better. make personal improvements and romantic plans.

CAPRICORN (dec. 22Jan. 19) — precision and attention to detail will help you surpass any competition you face. spend extra time perfecting your skills. refuse to let an emotional matter cause distress and ruin your day.

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Air Italy stops flying and goes into liquidation Air Italy has suspended operations after its owners decided to liquidate the company, leaving customers with flights booked after Feb. 25 in the lurch.

Italy’s second biggest airline after flag carrier Alitalia said Tuesday that the decision to wind up the company was made at a meeting of its shareholders. Alisarda, founded by the Aga Khan, controlled 51% of Air Italy, while Qatar Airways had a 49% stake in the company.

In a statement, Qatar indicated that it would have been ready to invest more in the airline.

“Even with the changing competitive environment and the increasingly difficult market conditions severely impacting the air transport industry, Qatar Airways has continually reaffirmed its commitment, as a minority shareholder, to continue investing in the company,” Qatar said in a statement.

It added: “Qatar Airways was ready once again to play its part in supporting the growth of the airline, but this would only have been possible with the commitment of all shareholders.”

Bloomberg defended throwing minority kids ‘against the walls’

By Dan Merica and Cristina Alesci CNN

Michael Bloomberg is heard defending his controversial stop and frisk policing policy in stark terms in snippets of audio that were posted on Twitter Monday, with the former New York mayor describing the policy as a way to reduce violence by throwing minority kids “up against the walls and frisk them” In the audio, reportedly from a 2015 speech in Colorado, Bloomberg also claims that “95%” of “murders and murderers and murder victims” are male minorities between the ages of 16 to 25.

“You can just take the descriptions and Xerox it and pass it out to all the cops,” he can be heard saying.

The audio was posted to Twitter by writer and author Benjamin Dixon on Monday.

Dixon said earlier this year that he believes Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is the best option in the Democratic presidential field. While promoting the clip, and several other critical articles and videos of Bloomberg, Dixon has repeatedly tweeted “#BloombergIsaRacist.” He also did a podcast episode atWhite House says Trumps will host Spain tacking what he called Bloomberg’s “racist, classist past.” for state visit When contacted by CNN, Dixon said the audio was “hidPresident Donald Trump ing in plain sight,” and added and first lady Melania Trump on Tuesday announced they will host Spain for a state NATION visit in April, the third of the Trump administration. Budget office tried to On April 21, the first couhide concerns over ple will welcome King Feliwithholding of aid pe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain to the White House to The Office of Management “reaffirm our commitments and Budget was fully aware to stand together to address today’s shared global chal- about concerns flagged by nulenges,” according to a re- merous officials at the Pentalease from the White House. gon about President Donald The visit will include an of- Trump’s decision to withhold ficial state dinner, according aid from Ukraine and attempted to hide their concerns and to a White House official.

This will mark the second mislead the Government Actime the King and Queen of countability Office about the Spain have paid a visit to circumstances surrounding the Trumps at the White the freeze, according to new House. In June 2018, the emails obtained by Just Seroyals spent several hours curity.

The new disclosures support there while on a planned American tour that also in- reporting from CNN last week cluded stops in San Antonio, that detailed how the July 18 Texas, and New Orleans, decision to hold the military aid stunned officials, who had Louisiana. already assessed Ukraine deSecurity flaw in app served to receive it and were preparing a Javelin anti-tank exposes personal data missile order to the country. of 6.5M Israeli voters Officials grew so concerned over the deferrals by OMB that A security flaw in a mobile they noted the aid was at “seapp used primarily by Prime rious risk,” and questioned if Minister Benjamin Netanya- the move was illegal, according hu’s Likud party exposed the to the emails and documents personal data of every eligible reviewed by CNN. voter in Israel just three weeks CNN was able to indepenbefore a national election. dently confirm the details of The flaw in the Elector app the report from Just Security revealed the names, addresses which is a website focusing on and identity card numbers for reporting and analysis of naeach one of Israel’s 6,453,255 tional security law and policy. voters in such a simple way that The reports by Just Secuit didn’t require any advanced rity and CNN underscore the knowledge of hacking to ac- standoff that took place between cess the critical information. the Pentagon and OMB over Before the flaw was fixed, the decision to withhold the Bar-Zik said users could go to Ukraine funding, and paint a the Elector app’s website and broad picture of bureaucrats view the source code, which scrambling to understand and revealed the logins of system push back against a sudden, administrators, allowing any- unexplained directive that one to access and download disrupted months of careful the voter registry. planning, contradicted PenBar-Zik was tipped off to tagon decisions based on U.S the flaw by an anonymous .national security concerns and source to his podcast. undermined Ukraine’s efforts —From wire reports to defend itself against Russia.

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80-year-old man loses $200K in elaborate romance scam Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation is warning people about elaborate romance scams after an elderly man lost hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Officials said an unidentified person, who stole a Florida woman’s identity, befriended an 80-year-old widower through an online dating service and persuaded him to send money for a business opportunity.

The scammer convinced the man that they were in a long-distance relationship and told him about an opportunity to support an art gallery in Florida.

Officials said the scammer then pretended to seek investors to cover $5 million in transportation costs to ship a 500-ton marble lion sculpture from China. The scammer allegedly promised the investments would be returned.

Michael Bloomberg is heard defending his controversial stop and frisk policing policy in stark Rebecca Black terms in snippets of audio that were posted on Twitter Monday, with the former New York addressing toll ‘Friday’ mayor describing the policy as a way to reduce violence by throwing minority kids “up against the walls and frisk them.” took on her life that if people “hear the truth,” Bloomberg would have to drop out. He said he made no apologies for his support for Sanders.

CNN has not been able verify the authenticity of the recording. The Bloomberg campaign did not dispute its legitimacy.

In a statement responding to the audio, Bloomberg

focused more on President Donald Trump, who tweeted about the audio, and less on his own comments.

“President Trump’s deleted tweet is the latest example of his endless efforts to divide Americans,” he said. “I inherited the police practice of stop-andfrisk, and as part of our ef-

fort to stop gun violence it was overused. By the time I left office, I cut it back by 95%, but I should’ve done it faster and sooner. I regret that and I have apologized — and I have taken responsibility for taking too long to understand the impact it had on Black and Latino communities.” rising costs of prescription drugs. “$10,000 a month,” Joan Morgan, of Happy Valley, said.

“I don’t know anyone who can afford that. That’s a 40-percent increase for nothing.”

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The first U.S. evacuee from China known to be infected with the Wuhan coronavirus was mistakenly released from a San Diego hospital after an initial test found the person had not been infected, local health officials said.

Errors led to U.S. coronavirus patient sent back to base Errors by a hospital in San Diego and the U.S .Centers for Disease Control and Prevention led to a woman with the novel coronavirus being sent back to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar instead of isolation at the hospital, according to a health official familiar with the situation.

The woman was among Americans in federal quarantine at the base, and is the first U.S. evacuee from China known to be infected with the novel coronavirus.

She flew to the base on Feb. 5 on a U.S .Department of State flight evacuating Americans from Wuhan, China. The next day, she started experiencing symptoms of the novel coronavirus and was taken to UC San Diego Health. Three other people exhibiting symptoms were also transported to the hospital.

The hospital sent their specimens to a CDC lab in Atlanta for testing. According to the source, the specimens were incorrectly labeled upon arrival and so they were not tested.

The CDC lab did not realize the specimens were from the

four Miramar patients.

When no results were reported back, CDC staffers mistakenly gave UC San Diego Health the results of four other patients who tested negative. That mistake led to all four Miramar patients being transferred back to the base Sunday afternoon.

Bill would import drugs from Canada, where generally cheaper There is an effort underway in Oregon to make prescriptions cheaper by importing them from Canada.

The idea is supported by the Oregon Coalition for Affordable prescriptions. Leaders and advocates met at the State Capitol Building in Salem on Monday to continue their work.

They were advocating for House Bill 4147, which would require the Oregon Health Authority to design a program for importing wholesale prescription drugs from Canada, where they’re generally cheaper.

They say it would put pressure on pharmaceutical companies to lower prices in the U.S. On Monday, two people at the state capitol spoke about their own struggles with the

Top Justice Department officials are overruling their own federal prosecutors who recommended that longtime Donald Trump confidante Roger Stone get up to nine years in prison, a senior department official said Tuesday, in a stunning and politically charged move.

Prosecutors from the US Attorney’s office in Washington, who are employees of the Justice Department, had said Monday that Stone should be sentenced to seven to nine years in prison after he was convicted on seven charges last year that derived from special counsel Robert Mueller’s investigation, including lying to Congress and witness tampering.

But on Tuesday, the senior official said that that sentencing recommendation, transmitted to a judge and signed off on by the office’s top prosecutor, had not been communicated to leadership at the Justice Department.

The revised sentencing memorandum, which is expected to be filed in Washington federal court later Tuesday, comes hours after President Donald Trump publicly criticized the recommendation, and the move will again raise questions about the Justice Department’s independence from political pressure.

—From wire reports

Partyin’, partyin’, YEAH! “Friday,” the accidental anthem of 2011 and an ode to the best day of the week, is officially nine years old.

It became something of a national joke when it debuted.

But to a then-13-year-old Rebecca Black, the single’s star, the jokes made at her expense were immensely damaging.

Black, now 22 but still a pop singer, is remarkably well-adjusted for someone whose life was upended by a music video. She marked the ninth anniversary of the song that started it all with a note to her younger self — and advice for her followers to love themselves a little better.

The backlash was more traumatic than she let on then. In her post, she shares that she felt depressed and alone at 15. Classmates threw food at her and her friends at 17. And at 19, producers and songwriters told her they’d never work with her.

Here’s Giannulli’s fake athletic profile listing her coxswain champ The fake athletic profile that portrayed Olivia Jade Giannulli as a gold medal-winning crew coxswain and helped her gain admission to USC was included in a legal filing by prosecutors Friday in the college admissions scam.

The profile lists Giannulli’s skill set as “awareness, organization, direction and steering” and says that “she is highly talented and has been successful in both men’s and women’s boats.” The profile also says she won two gold medals in the San Diego Crew Classic in 2014 and 2016, and it says she participated in Boston’s Head of the Charles regatta in 2016 and 2017.

But those accolades are false, and she did not actually participate in crew competitively, prosecutors have said.

They say that the athletic profile was created by scam mastermind Rick Singer and his associates as part of a scheme to get Giannulli into USC as a fake athletic recruit, a strategy that he called the “side door.”

—From wire reports

Sprint stock soars more than 70% after judge OKs T-Mobile merger

By Jordan Valinsky and Clare Duffy CNN Business

The $26 billion merger between T-Mobile and Sprint has been approved, ending a years-long attempt to combine the U.S.’s third- and fourthlargest wireless carriers.

A federal judge ruled Tuesday in favor of allowing the two telecom giants to combine, a decision that is expected to dramatically change the landscape of the United

MUST READ States wireless market. US District Court Judge Victor Marrero said in his ruling that he didn’t envision the companies “would pursue anticompetitive behavior” and rejected the lawsuit brought by 13 U.S. states and the District of Columbia that sought to block the deal.

The merger will create three similarly sized competitors in the wireless business: the “New” T-Mobile, Verizon and

AT&T (CNN parent company WarnerMedia is owned by AT&T). Satellite company Dish Network plans to use the deal as a catalyst to become a new wireless services provider.

The judge said that Sprint on its own likely couldn’t “continue operating as a strong nationwide competitor.” Sprint is currently in fourth place, but the company has been rapidly losing customers and claimed its path to deploying a nationwide 5G network without TMobile was uncertain. Marrero

added that he believes Dish will enter the market and provide significant competition to fill the gap left by Sprint.

States’ attorneys general argued that approving the merger would make wireless service and prices worse for Americans.

But Marrero said he was ultimately unpersuaded by the states’ economic theories and analytical modeling, writing shutterstock that the two sides’ claims ultimately came down to com- The $26 billion merger between T-Mobile and Sprint is reportedly one step closer thanks to a powerful nod of approval. peting crystal balls.

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OBITUARIES Buford, GA

Sugar Hill

Tracey Anderson

Kenneth Burel

Tracey Lynn Anderson, 45, was born on August 2, 1974 to Willie Bee Shelton Jr. and the late Linda R. Shelton, in Hartford, Connecticut. Tracey passed away Saturday, February 1, 2020 in her home with her husband, Maurice A. Anderson III by her side.

Tracey spent the majority of her life in Manchester, CT, where she was a graduate of Manchester High School, Class of 1993, where she was a track and field athlete and an active student.

As an adult, Tracey was a cherished and valuable employee for the Hartford Courant, and she was very instrumental in the lives of many friends and family alike. Tracey eventually dedicated herself to her most important job as a fulltime happy wife, mom, and homemaker.

After marrying her husband, Maurice A. Anderson III, the family moved to Buford, GA where Tracey instantly became an instrumental part of the Buford/Lanier community. Whether being a Lanier Athletic Association cheer coach and eventual cheer director or a Greater Atlanta Girl Scout Leader, Tracey was a mentor to so many. Tracey was active and always present in her children’s education. She was known as a committed and valuable resource.

Tracey absolutely loved being involved in the community, crafting, and cooking; but most importantly, she loved her family. Tracey’s family was her pride and joy. Tracey was loved and admired by so many people, young and old. She and her husband, Maurice, were a champion team.

Tracey is survived by her husband, Maurice, and her four children; Brianna, Ivy-Marie, Grace and Ethan of Buford, Georgia.

Her father, Willie Bee, her two siblings; Stacey A. Howe (Harry) of Fort Mill, South Carolina and Chad E. Shelton of New Britain. Her in-laws Mr. and Mrs. Maurice and Wilma Anderson of Grand Prairie, TX, sister-in-law Erika Abmas (Troy) of Rockwall, TX, nephews Maison and Maxwell Abmas of Rockwall, TX and nieces Ebony Shelton of New Britain, Connecticut and Mya Abmas of Grand Prairie, TX. Additionally, Tracey leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins, godchildren and friends to mourn.

Tracey was preceded in death by her mother Linda R. Shelton.

Calling hours will be held Thursday, February 13th, 2020 from 12 noon to 2pm with a service following the visitation. Visitation and the service will be held at Ingram Funeral Home, 210 Ingram Avenue, Cumming, Georgia 30040. Burial will follow in Sawnee View Memorial Gardens in Cumming.

While we were only blessed to have her in our lives for such a short time, Tracey’s giving heart and radiant personality made an indelible mark in the Buford/Lanier community and on everyone who was fortunate to know her.

Tracey was loved by so many. Although our hearts are heavy, it is our responsibility to ensure her great works continue. She will be forever remembered through her children and so many others.

Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, 210 Ingram Ave, Cumming, GA 30040 is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth Burel, age 85, of Sugar Hill, GA passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Nell Davis Burel; brothers, Bobby Burel, Stanley Burel. Mr. Burel is survived by his wife of sixty-one years, JoAnn Shelley Burel, Sugar Hill, GA; children, Kenya and Billy Mattie, Cumming, GA, Karla Burel, Cumming, GA; grandchildren, Duane Bradford, Deven Bradford, Chase and Kala Mattie, Mallory Mattie, McKenzie Mattie, Andrew Grogan; great granddaughter, Ava Bradford; brother, Douglas and Barbara Burel, Buford, GA; sisters-in-law, Barbara E. Taylor, Braselton, GA, Dixie Williams, Winder, GA; brother-in-law, Lindsey Smith, Lilburn, GA; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Burel was born November 2, 1934 in Buford, GA. He was a 1953 graduate of Sugar Hill School. Mr. Burel was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. He was retired from Allis Chalmers after twenty-five years of service, as an office manager.

He loved tractors. Mr. Burel was a member of Sugar Hill United Methodist Church and a member of Buford American Legion Post 127. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home with Rev. Marilane Brooks and Rev. Lonnie Fenton officiating. Interment will be at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens, Buford, GA. Family will receive friends Wednesday, February 12th, 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., at the funeral home.

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Calhoun, GA

Rev. J. W. Frachiseur Rev. J. W. Frachiseur, age 79, of Calhoun, GA and formerly of Buford, GA passed away Saturday, February 8, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lesley and Bernice Wade Frachiseur; sisters, Snowdell Hunt, Beatrice Phillips; and brother, Paul Frachiseur. Rev. Frachiseur is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Shirley Key Frachiseur, Calhoun, GA: children, Brenda and Jeff Mosley, Kingston, GA, Edward Frachiseur, Buford, GA, Dana and Adam Breton, Acworth, GA, Sheila Frachiseur, Calhoun, GA, and Tony Frachiseur, Resaca, GA; thirteen grandchildren; one great grandchild; brother, Billy Ray Frachiseur, Buford, GA; sisters-in-law, Bernice Boggs, Hoschton, GA, Dessie Mae Boggs, Hoschton, GA, Charlotte Key, Hoschton, GA, and Ladonya Nash, Dacula, GA; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Rev. Frachiseur was born June 17, 1940 in Lawrenceville, GA. He received his education in the Buford City School System. Rev. Frachiseur was a Baptist minister, loved working with pinestraw and handling junk items. He was a member of Faith Harbor Baptist Church, Auburn, GA. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., at Hog Mountain Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Broadlawn Memorial Gardens in Buford, GA. The family will receive friends at the funeral

home Tuesday, February 11th from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, February 12th from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.

To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.

Lawrenceville

Valerie Hardy (West) Valeria W. Hardy, age 83, of Lawrenceville, GA passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020. She was preceded in death by her son, Charles Hardy; parents, Charlie and Gippie Hanson West; sister, Charlotte Boles; and brother, Garland West. She is survived by her son, Jimmy Hardy and wife, Debra, Bethlehem, GA; daughters and son-in-law, Elaine Carter, Lawrenceville, GA, Rhonda Sartain and husband, Kelly, Melbourne, FL: and raised in the home, Jason SartainGibson, Buford, GA; nine grandchildren; twenty-one great grandchildren; four great-great- grandchildren; sisters, Mary Weaver, Atlanta, GA and Joan Jacobs Hiram, GA; and several nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Valeria W. Hardy was born in Suwanee, GA on June 18, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Gippie Hanson West. She was a retired lab technician with the Gwinnett County Health Department. She was a resident of Gwinnett Extended Care in Lawrenceville, GA. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Flanigan Funeral Home with Rev. Gary Dehnke officiating. Interment will be held on Monday, February 10, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Fairview Memorial Gardens in Stockbridge, GA. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Dacula, GA

Carl Isbell Isbell - Carl Daniel age 90 of Dacula, GA, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2020. A funeral service will be held 11:00 AM on Friday, February 14, 2020 in the Chapel of Hebron Church, Dacula, he will lie in state from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Graveside service will be held 3:00 PM, Friday, February 14, 2020 at Stephens Memorial Gardens, Toccoa, with military honors. Mr. Isbell was a U. S. Army Veteran, who served in the Korean War; he retired from Eastern Airlines after 32 years of service. He attended Hebron Baptist Church in Dacula. He loved his wife and family, the Sunday comics, America’s Funniest Home Videos, a good game of catch or horseshoes and singing to children. He enjoyed WWII facts and conversation and traveling with his wife, family and church group.

Mr. Isbell grew up in Stephens County and moved to Atlanta with his wife, Mozelle in 1954. He was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was pred

deceased by his parents, Carl & Hattie (Wilbanks) Isbell and his siblings; brothers: George, Jones, Charlie, James and Gene Isbell, sisters: Nell Lowe, Lucille Dooley, Grace Herron, Lucy Dellinger, Jessie Holland and Pauline Isbell. Mr. Isbell is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mozelle Chastain Isbell, Dacula, GA; daughters & son-in-law; Jan and Curtis Upchurch, Loganville, GA, Jill Isbell, GA; grandson and wife, Justin and Suzanne Upchurch, Lawrenceville, GA; granddaughter and husband; Ashley & Paul Grimes, Flowery Branch, GA; great grandchildren; Emily, Laurel and Gabriel Upchurch; Owen and Bennett Grimes; brother and sister-in-law; JL and Pernie Isbell, Evans, GA; brother-in-law, Marshall Chastain, Toccoa, GA; numerous nieces and nephews, as well as other family and friends. The family has requested in lieu of flowers for donations to be made to The American Cancer Society, 250 Williams St, Atlanta, GA 30303 or to the Hebron Baptist Church Mission Fund, 202 Hebron Church Rd/ PO Box 279, Dacula, GA 30019. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday, February 13, 2020 at Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 300 Simonton Road, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. 770-9623100. Please leave online condolences at .

Buford

Sue Ann Maloof (Thomason) Sue Thomason Maloof, age 83, peacefully died in her sleep February 7, 2020. She was born and raised in 1936 in Copperhill, Tennessee to Ralph and Bonnie Thomason.

Growing up, she spent her teenage years in Shelbyville, Tennessee.

She has been married to Louis N. “Vic” Maloof for 63 years. Sue attended the University of Tennessee Chattanooga and completed her Psychology degree at Brenau College in Gainesville, Georgia.

Sue spent time working as an intern at the Redstone Arsenal doing math computation. Sue also worked as a mental health clinician in Atlanta, Georgia.

Sue was always a woman of faith and the church was an important part of her life. She has been a member of St. John’s Melkite Catholic Church since the 1960’s. Sue also helped found Prince of Peace Catholic church in Buford, Georgia in 1975.

All of us will remember Sue’s ability to host a gathering. She would decorate and cook like no other. Sue Loved People and showed her generosity and kindness in many ways.

Whether it was spending time at the homeless shelter, having coffee at the drugstore with friends, consoling someone in the hospital or spending time with family and friends, she was always finding ways to give to others. Her life was spent spreading generosity and hospitality to everyone around her. We are reminded of what was in her heart for others by this bible verse Ephesians 4:32 - “And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.”

She was a loving mother, wife and gourmet cook.

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on having a wonderful meal when you spent time at her house. In fact, if she found out you liked something she made you were probably going to see that dish again for years to come.

Dogs were always a big part of Sue’s life. She and Vic raised and showed Kerry Blue Terriers for over 20 years. SSue Thomason Maloof, age 83, peacefully died in her sleep February 7, 2020.

She was born and raised in 1936 in Copperhill, Tennessee to Ralph and Bonnie Thomason. Growing up, she spent her teenage years in Shelbyville, Tennessee. She has been married to Louis N. “Vic” Maloof for 63 years. Sue attended the University of Tennessee Chattanooga and completed her Psychology degree at Brenau College in Gainesville, Georgia. Sue spent time working as an intern at the Redstone Arsenal doing math computation. Sue also worked as a mental health clinician in Atlanta, Georgia.

Sue was always a woman of faith and the church was an important part of her life. She has been a member of St. John’s Melkite Catholic Church since the 1960’s. Sue also helped found Prince of Peace Catholic church in Buford, Georgia in 1975.

All of us will remember Sue’s ability to host a gathering. She would decorate and cook like no other. Sue Loved People and showed her generosity and kindness in many ways.

Whether it was spending time at the homeless shelter, having coffee at the drugstore with friends, consoling someone in the hospital or spending time with family and friends, she was always finding ways to give to others. Her life was spent spreading generosity and hospitality to everyone around her. We are reminded of what was in her heart for others by this bible verse Ephesians 4:32 - “And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.”

She was a loving mother, wife and gourmet cook.

You could always count on having a wonderful meal when you spent time at her house. In fact, if she found out you liked something she made you were probably going to see that dish again for years to come.

Dogs were always a big part of Sue’s life. She and Vic raised and showed Kerry Blue Terriers for over 20 years. Sue also brought home some of the most wonderful rescue dogs; Molly, Pepper and Middy. Sue has made sure to provide a wonderful home for her dogs and have them as part of the family.

Sue was an avid supporter of the Girl Scouts. She holds the highest honor bestowed by the Girl Scouts, the Curved Bar. Sue served on the staff of the Girl Scout camp at Fall Creek Falls, Tennessee.

There she taught campcraft, swimming and art to the young women who attended the camp.

Sue was an incredible artist. She loved to spend time in her studio painting portraits and landscapes of the people and places she loved. Her dedication to art was passed along and has been a great inspiration to her granddaughter Audrey who also shares her talents and love of painting.

Sue is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Louis N “Vic” Maloof; sons Gabriel L. Maloof and Noel L. Maloof; daughter-in-law Lisa S. Maloof; grandchildren Audrey N. Maloof, Jackson N. Maloof and Kingston A. Maloof; sister J kl h b h

Joan Sackleh; brother Ralph Thomason; nieces Suzanne Masters and Cindy Richardson; nephew Jim Sackleh.

Visitation and Celebration of Life will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2020 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 6439 Spout Springs Road, Flowery Branch, GA. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., at St. John’s Melkite Catholic Church, 1428 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307. There will be a viewing throughout the day, on Thursday, February 13th, with Family visitation 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m., at Flanigan Funeral Home, 4400 South Lee Street, Buford, GA. Graveside service and Interment will be held Friday, February 14, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., at Barnes Chapel Church, 37 Barnes Chapel Road, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 (North of Blue Ridge). Memorial Mass and Celebration of Life will be held in mid-April at St. John’s Melkite Catholic Church.

Flowers or gifts in Sue’s honor are welcome to be sent to St. John’s Melkite Catholic Church, 1428 Ponce de Leon Avenue, 1428 Ponce de Leon, Atlanta, GA 30307.

You may also coordinate sending flowers through: Siam Imports, 249 East Moreno Street, Buford, GA 30518, phone-770-932-2001.

Buford, GA

James Edward Ramsey James Edward Ramsey, age 72, of Buford, GA passed away on Friday, February 7, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Maggie Ruth Ramsey; sister, Evelyn Earl; and brothers, Cecil Ramsey, Early Herman Ramsey and Eddie Fred Ramsey. Mr. Ramsey is survived by his beloved nieces, Eloise Finch, Buford, GA, Shirley Ramsey, Buford, GA and Rhonda Ramsey, Buford, GA; beloved nephews, Milo Gholston, Buford, GA, Darrell Ramsey, Baltimore, MD, Eddie Ramsey, Jr., Gainesville, GA and Eddie Wayne Ramsey, Buford, GA; and several cousins. Mr. Ramsey was born April 18, 1947 in Buford, GA. He was retired from Bona Allen Company in Buford, GA as a supervisor after twenty years of service. He was a caregiver to Dorothy Grace Higgins, the late Joyce Higgins Radford and the late Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Higgins of Buford, GA. Mr. Ramsey was very helpful and assisted the shut-ins in the Buford area. He was an usher at Flanigan Funeral Home on the funerals of his community. He was a member of Union Baptist Church in Buford, GA where he served on the Usher Board. He loved working in his garden. Mr. Ramsey will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2020 at 12:00 noon at Union Baptist Church in Buford, GA with Pastor Teffany Pierce officiating. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in Buford, GA. A wake will be held on Friday evening, February 14th from 7:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.

To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.

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GWINNETT LACROSSE TEAM PREVIEWS BOYS CLASS AAAAAA-AAAAAAA Archer Tigers Head Coach: James wellington 2019 Record: 4-11 Returning Starters: mF wyatt maddox, sr.; a luke chamlee, sr.; a sam lester, sr.; a stevon porcha, sr.; g Jimmy Kelley, Jr. Newcomers/other key returners: d Kameron o’rourke, sr.

Outlook: despite a disappointing season and the return of only five starters from a year ago, the tigers are undaunted and are confident they can return to the state playoffs in 2020.

Brookwood Broncos Head Coach: dru ulloa 2019 Record: 8-9 Returning Starters: g timothy mitchell, sr.; g patrick williams, Jr.; d chase calendine, sr.; mF selassie richardson, sr.; mF Jacob brown, Jr.; mF ryan burpee, soph.; mF erik Fornek, soph.; a John ludwiczak, sr.

Newcomers/other key contributors: a davis moore, soph.; a david Howard, sr.; a mack trentini, Fr.; d Franklin phan, sr.; d m.J. mckay, soph.; lsm caleb Harris, soph.

Outlook: with a younger team this year, the broncos are looking forward to building back positions and looking to the younger underclassmen to step up to fill big roles. a strong senior class continues to work hard to create a competitive environment and hope to be the best team brookwood has field to date as to make it back to the state playoffs, and the broncos hope, beyond.

Collins Hill Eagles Head Coach: branson mikell 2019 Record: 12-4 Returning Starters: d/lsm/ mF tucker bailey, sr.; d/lsm cai barnes, sr.; a/mF Jacob davidson, sr.; d grayson Koerner, sr.; a/mF tanner wilson, Jr.; a/mF carter Kitts, sr.

Newcomers/other key contributors: mF mac cao, sr.; mF Josh goode, soph.; a Josh perras, soph.; lsm Justin martin, soph.; a dominic mask, Jr.; g John tillman, soph.

Outlook: mikell is expecting a strong effort from a squad led by a very disciplined and veteran defense. the offense will be cycled through the eagles’ athletic midfielders and an overall high-tempo attack.the overall talent level has expectations high for mikell.

Dacula Falcons did not report Duluth Wildcats did not report Grayson Rams Head Coach: gio de la pena 2019 Record: 11-8 Returning Starters: d porter Hale, sr.; lsm ben blankenship, sr.; mF ben durkin, sr.; mF dylan shellnut, sr.; mF suman ramlall, Jr.; Fogo addison skinner, sr.; a palmer Hayes, soph.

Newcomers/other key contributors: lsm ty Freeman, sr.; g matthew adams, sr.; d colin luongo, soph.; connor stone, sr.; d andrew clements, sr.; a Kevin landers, sr.; a max Hellwig, sr.; mF ryley cunningham, Jr. Outlook: with the return of five senior starters, plus the presence of six other seniors, experience shouldn’t be an issue for the rams in 2020. that the bulk of this group, and some of the underclassmen, have played together since rec league, team chemistry should be a big plus. and as versatile as this group is, de la pena should have plenty of lineup options as the rams look to compete for an area title and make a deep state playoff run.

Lanier Longhorns Head Coach: colin cederna 2019 Record: 5-10 Returning Starters: d marcelo trevino, sr.; d Joseph graham, soph.; g andre martinez, sr.; mF Josh olsen, sr.; mF Jack goldstein, Jr.; a richard rannals, sr.; a noah schiefelbein, Jr. Newcomers/other key contributors: a noah mcintosh, sr.; mF andrew graham, Fr. Outlook: cederna sees enough talent and the proper attitude for the longhorns to make a jump from last year’s finish and inch closer to the .500 mark, though to do that, they will have to capitalize on on their opportunities and keep turnovers to an absolute minimum. cederna is particularly interested to see how

the addition of freshman graham on face-offs could have an impact in increasing possession opportunities.

Meadowcreek Mustangs did not report Mill Creek Hawks Head Coach: alan tallman 2019 Record: 14-5 Returning Starters: d/lsm logan tucker sr.; d parker cyr, sr.; a/ mF nick calabrese, sr.; lsm/d will blake, sr.; mF/d drew bennett, sr.; mF/a nick Kava, Jr.; d/lsm daunte shaw, Jr; dm trevor Johnson, Jr. Key newcomers: g brayden williams, Fr; a/mF ed downey, Jr.; a/mF max calabrese, Jr.; mF/a parker emmett, Jr.; Fogo andrew mallard, Jr.; mF/a spencer Koh, Jr. Outlook: after losing three allcounty attackers to graduation, there’s a bit of mystery and somewhat unproven talent on the offensive side. that said, tallman and company are very excited about the potential of the offense, and at this point, it feels like a deeper group to them. nick calabrese and Kava are two guys who have already proven they can consistently score and put up respectable numbers, and tallman also likes both of their versatility. defensively, the Hawks have an opportunity to be elite with two division i commits in super six selections tucker and cyr, as well as blake and shaw. brayden williams is a freshman goalie is someone tallman sees as a unique talent, while andrew mallard brings plenty of potential to the Hawks on the face-off.

Mountain View Bears Head Coach: Jason Johnson 2019 Record: 20-12, third in region 6-aaaaaaa, first round of the class aaaaaaa state playoffs Returning Starters: rHp/ss garrett spikes, sr.; c/1b nick Hong, Jr.; 2b connor claymore, sr.; rHp/1b Justin manus, sr.; rHp/c d.J. munganast, Jr.; lHp/oF Kenny mallory, Jr.; rHp/3b max gault, Jr.; 1b Jonathan acosta, sr.

Other key returners: rHp/2b/ ss ryan westfall, Jr.; oF Hunter blackstone, sr.; rHp/c John mattson, sr.; rHp/oF wyatt Fooks, soph.

Key newcomers: rHp/oF ryan cosby, sr.; rHp micah ledford, Jr.; rHp/3b/oF Zach norman, Jr.; oF deshawn yekeh, Jr.; lHp/1b d.J. Hays, Jr.; rHp Jordan goldsmith, Jr. Norcross Blue Devils Head Coach: nathan thornton 2019 Record: 3-14 Returning Starters: mF logan gaddis, sr.; mF Kaleb Jackson, Jr.; mF Xavier oglesby, sr.; a patrick elder, soph.; d anthony nelson,sr.; d lovelle williams, sr.; lsm william Huelsbeck, sr.

Newcomers/other key contributors: a bailey campbell, sr.; a Zack miller, soph.; a connor abshire, Fr.; mF Jacob moebes, soph.; mF liam barbeau,; d dameon onoreto, sr.; Outlook: the blue devils are optimistic for improvement. For 2020 with a much more balanced schedule and the return of several returning contributors from a year ago.

North Gwinnett Bulldogs Head Coach: John palocsik 2019 record: 17-3 Returning Starters: g sean ring sr., a danny Kesselring so, a Zach swanson sr.

Newcomers/other key contributors: a banks lacey Jr., m nick eliacin Jr., a cole shallat sr., m Jack reilly sr., m Jm deHaan sr., d gabe emmons sr.

Outlook: after a successful season and area title in 2019, the bulldogs try to reload the spots vacated by seven graduated starters from a year ago. but with an experienced offense and one of the best goalies in the state in super six selection ring, palocsik and his squad are excited to see what the young players on defense can bring this year.

Parkview Panthers Head Coach: Floyd cooper 2019 record: 10-9 Returning Starters: a Jack bunson, Jr.; a peyton Haislip, Jr.; a ryan craig, Jr.; d elijah brown, sr.; d malachi lindsey, Jr.; d michael lindsey, Jr.; mF andrew marshall, Jr. Newcomers/other key contributors: g sam lindsey, Fr.; g Jack davis, sr.; Fogo Quincy bryant, Jr. Outlook: the panthers look to build on their third consecutive playoff appearance with a squad that is

SWIMMING From B1 They, like North, had a number of step-up swims to get there, including seniors Sam Mauldin and Roman Gibbs. Juniors Ian Merrill and Chris Scalzi, who led off the meet with a terrific split in the first-place 200 medley relay effort, also were part of Brookwood’s push.

“Our guys came into this meet in a big hole,” he said. “To fight back and only get second by 14 or 15 points, is amazing.”

In the Class AAAAAAA girls, the two-time defending champion Broncos were second to a deep Lassiter squad and fifth through eighth place were all from Gwinnett. Parkview was fifth, followed by Mill Creek,

returning all of its key players and has upgraded at face-off and goalie positions. the core group of players are now upperclassmen, and the leadership should propel the team forward as they try to secure a possible home playoff game.

Peachtree Ridge Lions Head Coach: tyler botts 2019 Record: 5-9 Returning Starters: lsm max graves, Jr.; mF riley shaw, Jr.; a Kitt pressly, soph.; d davis green, Jr.; d aarya narang, sr.; a alex carman, Jr.; d allante burley, soph.

Newcomers/other key contributors: a anish reddy, Jr.; mF nathan landry, soph.; mF Jemil price-staton, sr.; mF brandon Harvey, Jr.; mF avery Kennedy, Jr.; d tim bondon, Jr.; mF Jason reichel, Jr.; d simon Joubert, Jr.; mF thomas Kennedy, sr.; g davis wheeler, Jr.; mF ryan tran, sr.

Key outlook: after a rebuilding year in 2019, the lions are looking to return to the postseason and break a two-year absence. there are several players with a lot of varsity experience returning, especially on the defensive end of the field.

CLASS A-AAAAA BOYS Buford Wolves Head Coach: Kevin peek 2019 Record: 17-5 Returning Starters: d Jason roche, sr.; a danny reymond sr.; a mikey canavan Jr.;a Jackson rhodes, soph.

Newcomers/other key returners: g eric warnstrom, sr.; mF adam reymond, sr.; mF ashton daniels, soph.; mF Zach salo, soph.; mF ben martin, soph.; d carson garrison, Jr.; d davis peek, soph.; lsm Jaydan Johnson, Jr.; Fogo braden cole soph.

Key outlook: despite the loss of 13 seniors from last year’s state semifinal team to graduation, the wolves return several players who got experience in big games. the skill level and overall athleticism is at a level peek believes is as good as it has ever been, but there is still a lot of youth, though that youth is also bolstered by another strong group of seniors. the wolves also have the benefit of several players who have come over from buford’s state championship football team.

GAC Spartans Head Coach: tim ball 2019 Record: 11-10 Returning Starters: lsm thomas lowman, Jr.; d/mF collins barnett, sr.; Fogo aidan bailey, Jr.; Fogo eli Keadey, Jr.; a/mF Joseph rose, Jr.; a mason duriez, Jr.; d Hudson Higgins, Jr.; mF connor maxa, d/mF will gary, soph.

Newcomers/other key contributors: g everett morgan, sr.; mF sam marchiando, sr.; d alex Kahn, Jr.; d Hayden downs, soph.; mF mason bruning, Jr.; mF/a na’im moss, Jr.; a parker Quisling, Jr.; mF James canipe, Fr.; a colton Harsh, Fr. Outlook: the spartans were actually a little disappointed in their 2019 finish, though more so with the overall record than how it eventually finished. For this spring, the defense has undergone something of an overhaul, with only juniors lowman and Higgins returning from a year ago. ball is looking for morgan to blossom after serving a back-up last season, while downs and Kahn carry similar expectations. time will tell if the midfielders and attackers, who were mostly freshman and sophomores last year, have developed to make a serious run this season. even though there are several returners, there are also quite a lot of new faces, most of whom are coming out of wrestling season. if the stick skills continue to develop and the chemistry is right, the spartans may be in the mix once again.

Wesleyan Wolves Head Coach: connor breslin 2019 Record: 11-8 Returning Starters: a Vance nicklaus, Jr.; d cardo gottlich, sr.; g chandler copenhaver, soph.; Fogo Jackson turner, Jr.; mF Zach blanton, soph.

Newcomers/other key contributors: mF mitch badciong, soph.; d Jackson merkl, soph.

Outlook: breslin comes over from mount pisgah and inherits a team that will rely a lot on its defense early on as several youngsters look to grow and try to produce and help offset the loss of several offensive playmakers to graduation. breslin

North and Mountain View.

The season started with a quad meet between heavy hitters Brookwood, Parkview, Mill Creek and North Gwinnett. Steel sharpened steel from the get-go and it showed Saturday at the Georgia Tech Aquatic Center.

“Our kids have to race hard every single week,” Parkview head coach Eric Brown said.

In the smaller classifications, county teams also were among the best in the state. In Class A-AAA boys, Wesleyan was second and Greater Atlanta Christian was third. In the girls, GAC was second and Wesleyan was fourth. Westminster ran away with both titles, several hundred points ahead of the field.

“They killed it,’ Spartans head coach Emily Krug said of the girls runner-up finish. “Better than we

is looking forward to see how quickly the wolves can adjust as they compete in a tough area that includes gwinnett county foes buford and gac.

GIRLS CLASS AAAAAA-AAAAAAA Archer Tigers Head Coach: leslie stewart 2019 Record: 9-8 Returning Starters: a emily Flynt, sr.; mF braeley Hipp, sr.; mF sarah spivey, sr.; mF carmen corley, sr.; d alex Johnson, sr.; d lovette choloh, Jr.; d morgan eisner, sr.; a Hailey williams, soph.; mF amber washkill, soph.; d madelyn long,Jr.; g naomi nunnally, soph.

Newcomers/other key contributors: mF Kaitlin darby, Fr.; d mallory clark, soph.; d autumn strange, soph.

Outlook: stewart sees the current crop of tigers as the team’s trongest starting lineup yet. the eight seniors, including super six attacker Flynt, were among her first set of freshmen and bring a lot to the table on and off the field. the tigers’ goal is to win region for the fourth straight season and go far in the playoffs..

Brookwood Broncos Head Coach: diane struck 2019 Record: 8-10 Returning Starters: a callie smith, sr.; a Kendall bullock, sr.; a nia Richardson, Soph.; a madison cattagio, soph.; mF danielle laplume, sr.; mF elleanor rey, sr.; mF camille Jennings, sr.; mF madison Jennings, sr.; mF ella Fornek, soph.; d tristan landers, sr.; g aja thomas, soph.

Newcomers/Other key contirbutors: a triniti cassidy, Fr.; d Hana tesfa, Jr. Outlook: a new staff, headed by struck and assistants Jason Jones, a former JV coach, and dawn thomas, inherits a broncos team that features a good mix of youth and experience. as the players and new coaches get to know each other, the broncos will look to continue to improve to leapfrog past the .500 and set the stage to a deeper playoff run from a year ago.

Collins Hill Eagles Head Coach: Kimberlee mankin 2019 Record: 3-15 Returning Starters: mF natalie arrue, sr.; d alyssa mejia, Jr.; d Halie Henry, Jr.; a mckinsey shorter, sr.; d rashelle Flood, Jr.; d destiny brayboy, sr.; mF claire murad, sr.

Newcomer/other key contributors: mF lawna Henry, soph.; mF Kiri Feldhaus, Jr.; mF allie ehrlich, Fr.; a/mF sade Holmes, Fr. Key outlook: the return of seven starters has mankin and the eagles very hopeful the increased depth will help them rebound from a tough 2019 campaign.

Dacula Falcons did not report Duluth Wildcats Head Coach: Jeremy mitchell 2019 Record: 6-11 Returning Starters: d evelynmaria, acquah, soph.; d adamaris cruz Vazquez, sr.; a gracie Flores, soph.; a daniela gomez, soph.; d logan Hall, sr.; mF Kyle irwin, soph.; a riley Johnson, soph.; d lois mensah, sr.; a Valerie nguyen, sr.; mF Kinlsey purser, sr.; a mariana Quiroz llano, soph.; d alejandra rodriguez, Jr. Newcomers/other key returners: d nicole buckner, Jr.; d rachel bui, soph.; d winsice ng, soph.; d d aniya rashid, soph.; mF Katherine smith, soph.; a/mF Kayleen umana guzman, Fr.; a/mF sydnee williams, Fr.; d tori wolf, Fr. Outlook: after graduating only one senior from a year ago, the wildcats bring back a good deal of experience in 2020, led by purser, who did a little bit of everything for a struggling young team. with a more seasons supporting cast in place, hopes have increased to try to make a move in the area race and compete for a postseason berth.

Grayson Rams did not report Lanier Longhorns Head Coach: elizabeth dolcimascolo 2019 Record: 6-11 Returning Starters: d Kaylee avila, sr.; mF olivia andrews, Jr.; a Jaden russell, Jr.; a presley miller, Jr.; a rachel garrison, Jr.; mF savannah smith, Jr. Newcomers/other key returners: g Hailey allen, soph.; mF Hannah yi, Jr.; d Kamilah leseur, Jr.; a Kennedi

ever would have imagined. Their swimming made us more hopeful as the meet went on. We knew we were going to do great, but we didn’t think we would do this great.”

Gwinnett swimmers won nine individual Class AAAAAAA titles.

Four of those came in a sweep of the 200 and 500 freestyle events

by Magahey and Parkview junior Abby McCulloh.

Brookwood juniors Lily Burke (200 IM, 100 free) and Nathaniel Stoffle (100 fly, 100 back) also were double winners.

Norcross freshman Catie Choate won the 100 backstroke and was second to Burke in the 100 free. Mountain View’s Sarah-Grace Thompson capped a 1-2-3 Gwinnett finish in the 100 free. The senior was fourth in the 100 back as well.

They were among 13 podium fin-

thomas, Jr.; a tiffany torres, Jr.; d Frida escamilla, Jr.; d nicole onumah, Jr. Key outlook: the longhorns are looking to pick up where they left off last year. in just three seasons as a varsity sport, they’ve managed to double their season wins, but after graduating six starters last year, they will rely heavily on the returning underclassmen to continue the trend. with no player having more than four years of playing experience, the team is motivated and passionate about taking another step forward.

Meadowcreek Mustangs Head Coach: bethel ogbuehi 2019 Record: 0-25 Returning Starters: mF Vanessa mendoza contreras, sr.; d orion njie, sr.; marlin Hernandez sr.; d leianis servin, sr.; ,a/ mF sanjai carty, sr.; at Jessica salinas, sr.

Newcomers/other key contributors: a emely alarcon lopez, sr.; a Katherine morales, sr.

Outlook: the group returning, combined with some promising young newcomers, has the mustangs optimistic to take a step forward in 2020.

Mill Creek Hawks Head Coach: brian williamson 2019 Record: 17-6-1, class aaaaaa-aaaaaaa state runner-up Returning Starters: g Juliana pleck, Jr.; d carolyn braun, Jr.; d caitly costa, Jr.; d riley Harris, Jr.; mF lauren dobbs, soph.; mF amyah Jackson, Jr.; a reagan Finley, sr.; mF madison park, sr.

Outlook: mill creek loses a lot of offensive power from a 2019 team that posted the best finish in program history, including a pair of all-state players and two more u.s. lacrosse all-amercians, in addition to five other seniors. However, the Hawks return most of their defensive players and super six goaltender pleck, who is already committed to play college lacrosse at louisville. they also welcome back a starting midfielder/draw specialist who missed most of last season with an acl tear. and with a strong group of freshman and sophomores adding depth to the team, hopes are high of making another deep postseason run.

Mountain View Bears Head Coach: paul Hennelly 2019 Record: 17-3 Returning Starters: d carsyn milburn, sr.; d riley white, sr.; mF maria palomba, Jr.; a lily clawson, Jr.; a mina muirhead, soph.

Newcomers/other key contributors: d myah dixon, sr.; a peyton ryberg, sr.; mF/a emily denaga Jr.; a ashley mercker, Jr.; g laila sampson, Jr.; d india buckner, Jr.; mF alexis smith, Jr.; mF/d ansley burroughs, Jr.; a anna ramsden, soph.; d caylor christman, soph.; mF lindsey bowbliss, soph.; mF Haley butler, soph.; mF/d lindsey ryberg, soph.

Outlook: coming off their best season that ended in a run to the state quarterfinals, the bears will reload with a young team after graduating about half of the 2019 roster. a tough non-area schedule will challenge them as they work toward their goal of playing their best lacrosse in may for the playoffs. allcounty returners palomba, clawson and white provide experience at each positon group, while senior captain milburn moves to defense to supportt sampson, who replaces a four-year starter in goal. sophomores muirhead and ramsden are expected to build on their promising varsity freshman campaigns and provide a scoring lift for the bears. Hennelly is excited about the talent of the bears, but knows patience is needed as game experience teaches this squad how to compete for a return state playoff berth.

Norcross Blue Devils did not report North Gwinnett Bulldogs Head Coach: Kristy carter 2019 record: 10-10 Returning Starters: mF Kendall stewart, sr.; a macy young, sr.; mF Kate sheridan, sr.; mF avery saylor, sr.; a caroline ariano, Jr.; d samara panton, Jr.; a Hannah barber, Jr.; a sammi briggs, Jr. Newcomers/other key contributors: a maya white, Fr.; d erin martin, Fr. Outlook: new head coach carter comes over from river ridge in cherokee county to try to lead a strong group of returning players,

ishers for the county.

Collins Hill senior Abigayle Wood was runner-up in the 100 breaststroke.

Junior Reagan Sweeney had a pair of key third-place performances for the Brookwood girls in the 200 free and 100 fly.

Also finishing third were North senior Courtney Niemann (200 IM), Mountain View sophomore Jenna Taylor (500 free) and Parkview junior Sarah Livingston (100 back).

For the boys, Peachtree Ridge senior Evan McInerny was second in the 200 IM as well as fourth in the 100 back. His teammate, sophomore Tyler Schroeder, was runner-up to Stoffle in the 100 fly.

Runner-up finishes went to Parkview senior Wesley Carter (50 free), Mill Creek senior Nicholas Kalenik (500 free) and Norcross sophomore Preston Lin (100 breaststroke).

including high-scoring super six attacker young, build on another playoff run from last season.

Parkview Panthers Head Coach: david “gunny” erwin 2019 record: 12-6 Returning Starters: mF sydney trammel, sr. (61 g, 38 a , 72 gb); mF claudia tanksley, soph. (48 g, 47 a, 89 gb); mF sarah smith, Jr. (25 g, 19 a, 66 gb); a anna Kathrine estock, Jr. (28 g, 21 a, 24 gb); d Hannah ravialle, soph. (10 g, 5 a, 30 caused tos, 65 gb) Newcomers/other key contributors: a sophie garrett, Fr.; g ivey elliscu, Fr.; g genasis puerto, soph.

Outlook: with three returning midfielders who scored 25 or more goals a year ago, including super six selection trammel, the panthers are looking for a very strong offensive game this year. the defense, led by smith and ravialle, will look to provide protection his front of a young goaltending tandem of elliscu and puerto.

Peachtree Ridge Lions Head Coach: winnie caetta 2019 Record: 13-4 Returning Starters: mF audrey dutton, sr.; mF naQuia Hall, Jr.; a anna-marie gazzo, sr.; mF emily Zambrano, sr.; mF antonella Zambrano, Jr.; d madison townsend, sr.; d mary nelson, sr.; d maddie mcneil, Jr.; a Haley mccracken, Jr.; mF danny Hardy, Jr. Key newcomers: mF lVona watkins, Fr.; mF nicole coffey, Fr.; g Faith cheeseman, sr.

Outlook: For the lions, the 2020 season will be about grit. what they lack in size, they hope to make up for in hard work and experience. and caetta is looking for enough focus and contributions from some younger talent to help the lions make a run at a state playoff berth.

CLASS A-AAAAA GIRLS Buford Wolves Head Coach: marianne cagle 2019 Record: 10-6 Returning Starters: d anna church, sr.; a skyler thomas, sr.; d Jordan garrison, sr.; d Julie stuart, Jr.; mF courtney martin, Jr.; d Kaylee moreland, Jr.; a lauren brown, Jr.; a Jordyn olivio, soph.; mF Kylee Kangas, soph.; a avery treadwell, soph.; a Heather west, soph.

Newcomers/other key returners: mF leah marsh, sr.; g maddie mccoy, Fr.; d ava eckert, Fr.; d anna williams, Fr. Outlook: the wolves bring back 11 full- or part-time starters from last year’s 10-win team, giving them a lot of depth and experience to try and take the next step forward.

GAC Spartans Head Coach: Kendra robinson 2019 Record: 7-8 Returning Starters: mF lexi Vander linde, Jr.; mF ava Hanson, sr.; d Keartson dixon, Jr.; mF madaline Facteau, soph.; a abby Jackson,sr.; a mary caroline morris, soph.; a Kelley dorr, Jr. Newcomers/other key contributors: mF Hannah mixon, Fr.; mF cydney merrick, Fr.; a Kaitlin griffin, Fr.; g sarah swope, Fr.; Kylee Herbert, Fr.;mary ellis davies, Jr. Outlook: with a young team in 2020, robinson expects the spartans to be competitive in a lot of games and is looking to build a strong foundation for the future.

Wesleyan Wolves Head Coach: anna myrick 2019 Record: 15-5 Returning Starters: a whitaker welch, sr.; a emma Kate means, sr.; a molly brown, Jr.; mF anna rae copeland, soph.; d Hanna steiner, sr.; g emma nydam, Jr.; mF alden pridgen, Jr. Newcomers/other key contributors: mF gray bradach, soph.; c maggie rheudasil, soph.; d riley Keller, Jr. Outlook: with seven seniors to replace from last year’s state quarterfinal team, the wolves will be looking to build a cohesive unit with some new faces in the lineup. some players will be taking on new positions and further diversifying their game. so myrick is looking forward to seeing the returning players adapt to the new challenges, and seeing the team’s three seniors lead the newer players.

In Class AAAA-AAAAA, Buford’s Caroline Irwin won the 50 free in 23.79 and was second in the 100 butterfly.

Individual winners for Class A-AAA included Wesleyan senior Hannah Wasmuth in the 100 back and GAC sophomore Trey Carter in the 500 free. Wasmuth also was second in the 200 free, while Carter added a fourth-place finish in the same event for the Spartan boys.

GAC junior Katharine Alsobrook was third in the 500 free.

Two Gwinnett residents who train at SwimAtlanta-Sugarloaf also made the podium at state. Charlie Stout, a sophomore at George Walton Academy, won the 100 breaststroke and was third in the 200 free for Class A-AAA. St. Pius freshman Morgan Jenny was second in the 500 free Class AAAA-AAAAA meet.

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2020 LACROSSE SUPER SIX girls

GIRLS

EMILY FLYNT School: archer Class: senior Position: mF Noteworthy: ♦ First-team all-county Emily Flynt selection by the daily post as a junior last year ♦ 2019 varsity team captain ♦ 2018 all-county third-team ♦ 2018 archer’s most Valuable midfielder ♦ 2017 archer’s rookie of the year award ♦ scholar athlete 2017-20 ♦ 2017 team georgia brine nlc ♦ 2017 Warrior national prospect invite ♦ 2017 team usa brogden cup Favorite college/pro sports team: georgia bulldogs Nickname: em College choice: young Harris Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: audrey dutton Club lacrosse team: Hotlanta Field or box?: Field Twitter handle (optional): @ emilyflynt_ Coach Leslie Stewart’s take: “(emily) doesn’t seek accolades. she’s a hard worker who loves seeing her teammates succeed. she also has a fun sense of humor.”

MARIA PALOMBA School: mountain View Class: Junior Position: mF/d Noteworthy: ♦ secondMaria team allPalomba county selection the last two seasons ♦ scored 31 goals with 13 assists, seven caused turnovers, 28 ground balls and 58 draw controls in 2019 ♦ 2019 varsity team captain as a junior last season ♦ two-time mountain View mVp ♦ elite 80 participant ♦ elite 80 all-star team ♦ Women’s national lacrosse classic participant ♦ scholar athlete 2018 and 2019 ♦ also competes for the bears’ varsity swim and dive team ♦ rookie of the year for the mountain View swim and dive team ♦ community service president officer for deca ♦ national Honors society ♦ 4.0 gpa Favorite college/pro sports league: Women’s professional lacrosse league Nickname: plum Best player in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: Juliana pleck Club lacrosse team: atlanta storm elite 2021 Field or box?: Field Coach Paul Hennelly’s take: “it’s easy for people to underestimate maria because she’s not physically imposing and has a quiet, unassuming air about her but she performs her best against the toughest competition. since her first

Nickname: razelle Best players in Gwinnett Co. that’s not me: danielle laplume Club lacrosse team: laxsanity select 2020 Field or box?: Field Twitter handle: @eleanorreyy Coach Diane Struck’s take: “ellie is a great player to have on the team. not only is she great on the field, her caring compassion for her teammates helps build our team’s chemistry. she is a natural leader and her enthusiasm is contagious.”

SEAN RING School: north gwinnett Class: senior Position: g Noteworthy: ♦ named third-team Sean Ring all-county by the gwinnett coaches as a junior last season BRANDON OUTLER ♦ southern open mVp 2019 School: ♦ southside Holiday classic mountain mVp 2018 BOYS boys View Favorite college/pro sports Class: senior team: colorado avalanche SYDNEY TRAMMEL PARKER CYR Position: mF Nickname: the Wall School: School: mill Noteworthy: College choice: anderson parkview creek JULIANA PLECK ♦ named university Class: senior Class: senior School: mill First-team Best player in Gwinnett Brandon Position: mF Position: d creek all-county by Co. that’s not me: danny Outler Noteworthy: Noteworthy: Class: Junior the daily post reymond ♦ named ♦ named Position: g and gwinnett Club lacrosse team: atlanta First-team allFirst-team Noteworthy: coaches as a junior last empire lacrosse county by the all-county ♦ all-county by season Field or box?: Field Sydney Parker Cyr daily post as by gwinnett gwinnett’s ♦ scored 43 goals with 32 Coach John Palocsik’s take: Trammel a junior last county’s coaches as a assists and 55 ground balls in “i’ve known and coached sean season coaches the junior last season 2019 since he was 11. He is not Juliana ♦ named First-team all-county past two ♦ named second-team all♦ Four-year varsity starter only one of the best goalies to Pleck by the gwinnett lacrosse seasons county by the daily post a year ♦ second season as the bears’ come through the program, league a year ago ♦ named first-team all-state captain ago but also the nicest kid anyone ♦ scored a single-season last season Favorite college/pro sports could meet. He would do ♦ Finished with 10 caused school record of 61 goals, to ♦ 2018 under armour allturnovers, 36 ground balls and team: georgia bulldogs anything for the team. He go with 38 assists, 72 ground american Nickname: Jimmy two assists in 2019 makes big saves look easy.” balls and 88 draw controls in ♦ named to 2018 georgia College choice: limestone ♦ nationally-ranked, 3 1/2 2019 national team Best player in Gwinnett stars LOGAN TUCKER Favorite college/pro sports Favorite college/pro sports Co. that’s not me: danny ♦ made 152 saves in helping School: mill the Hawks to a class aaaaaa- team: Florida gators lacrosse team: ole miss rebels reymond creek team aaaaaaa state runner-up Club lacrosse teams: blue Nickname: big p Class: senior Nicknames: syd or squid finish last year chip national team and College choice: bellarmine Position: Favorite college/pro sports College choice: oglethorpe Best player in Gwinnett Co. atlanta empire lacrosse lsm/close d Best players in Gwinnett team: louisville cardinals Field or box?: Field that’s not me: logan tucker Noteworthy: Co. that’s not me: claudia Nickname: J Club lacrosse team: thunder Twitter handle: ♦ named tanksley College choice: louisville @brandonoutler lb3 blue First-team Logan Club lacrosse team: Best players in Gwinnett Field or box?: Field Coach Tanner Botts’ take: all-county by Tucker thunderbird lacrosse Co. that’s not me: maddy Twitter handle: @parkerjcyr “brandon is one of the hardest gwinnett’s park and reagan Finley Field or box?: both Coach Alan Tallman’s working guys on the team. coaches as a Club lacrosse team: eagle Instagram handle: @sydney_ take: “parker is a large and He shows each player what it junior last season stix tramm takes to elevate their game, intimidating defender who ♦ named second-team allField or box?: Field Coach David Erwin’s take: and it’s one of the many is an exceptional technician. county by the daily post a Coach Brian Williamson’s “sydney is everything you reasons why he was selected parker rarely gets beat and year ago take: “i don’t know that’s look for in a midfielder, she is to be a captain by his peers. i is an outstanding leader and ♦ entering second season as she’s hit the ceiling yet. aggressive on the attack and look forward to seeing what he a Hawks team captain communicator on defense. in she’s only a junior. she had tenacious on defense. Her can do this season.” addition to parker’s success ♦ Finished with 10 caused essentially one full varsity year, speed and agility are equally last spring, he and logan turnovers, 36 ground balls but she also plays high-level matched by her maturity and DANNY REYMOND tucker have both proven that and two assists in 2019 club (lacrosse) and travel. … leadership on and off the School: they can cover the best players ♦ named to under armour she probably started six or field.” buford in the country on the summer elite 120 seven games her freshman Class: senior ♦ nlF Futures showcase tour with the lb3 thunder year. she started all of them MACY YOUNG Position: a nationals. parker is also a 2018 img all-tournament last year. and i think she’s still School: (team) captain.”

Noteworthy: team getting better. she continues to north ♦ named ♦ laxrecords 2020 players get better, so i think she’s still gwinnett THOMAS LOWMAN First-team all- to Watch in georgia on her way up. i can’t wait to Class: senior School: gac county by the ♦ all-tournament team Danny see what she’s going to do.”

Position: a Class: senior daily post as legends 2018 Reymond Noteworthy: Position: d/ a junior last ♦ all-star selection at ELLIE RAY ♦ named season lsm sweetlax tournament School: First-team all♦ Wolves’ leading scorer the Noteworthy: ♦ scored five goals with an Macy Young county by the brookwood assist, 25 ground balls and ♦ scored seven last three seasons Class: senior daily post as ♦ Finished with 63 goals and 18 caused turnovers despite goals (school Position: mF a junior last season playing in only 12 games due 36 assists in 2019 record for d) Thomas Noteworthy: ♦ scored 47 goals with 30 to injury in 2019 with an assist, ♦ named to dick’s national Lowman ♦ First-team assists, a .522 shooting Favorite college/pro mVp team 26 caused all-county percentage and 18 ground Favorite college/pro sports sports teams: atlanta turnovers and selection by balls a year ago Falcons/georgia bulldogs 69 ground balls as a junior for team: pittsburgh penguins Ellie Ray the daily post ♦ 2019 team mVp Nickname: lt Nickname: danman the spartans last season as a junior ♦ 2018 most improved college choice: mercer ♦ maverik showtime lacrosse College choice: alabamalast season ♦ 2017 offensive mVp Best player in Gwinnett all-star 2019 Huntsville ♦ also selected first-team Favorite college/pro sports ♦ all-county honorable Best player in Gwinnett Co. Co. that’s not me: parker all-county by the gwinnett team: Florida gators cyr mention for football by that’s not me: Jason roche lacrosse league in 2019 Nickname: mace gwinnett’s coaches in 2019 Club lacrosse team: atlanta Club lacrosse team: ♦ scored 66 goals with a Best player in Gwinnett thunder lb3 2020 blue empire lacrosse ♦ First-team all-region 7-aaa .650 shooting percentage, Co. that’s not me: Kendall Field or box?: Field Field or box?: Field football in 2019 11 assists, 21 ground balls, stewart Twitter handle: Favorite college/pro sports Twitter handle: 14 ball controls and 50 draw Club lacrosse team: eagle @logantuckerrr team: michigan Wolverines @dannyreymond controls a year ago stix Coach Alan Tallman’s Nickname: t low Coach Kevin Peek’s take: ♦ school record holder in Field or box?: Field take: “logan is the best College choice: michigan “danny has always been a career goals, career assists, Twitter handle: on-ball defender i’ve ever Best player in Gwinnett Co. dynamic attackman, both single-game goals (10 vs. archer @macyoliviayoung coached. He’s a true that’s not me: Joseph rose scoring and on the ride. His last year), single-game assists (5 Coach Kristy Carter’s take: Club lacrosse team: lb3 takeaway artist. Furthermore, effort level has always been vs. meadowcreek, 2018) “macy young has a presence he has elite ball skills and thunder 100% but the most exciting ♦ national brine athlete south that is felt the moment Field or box?: Field thing to see is him continuing is scary in transition for (2017), georgia (2018), team she steps on the field; her opposing defenses. He’s a Twitter handle: to grow into his leadership usa (2017) athleticism is undeniable. she @thomaslowman28 two-year captain and one role that is needed from him Favorite college/pro sports is the ultra-dynamic athlete of the best defenders in the Coach Tim Ball’s take: this year.” team: notre dame Fighting irish that every coach wants on southeast.” “thomas is one of those days as a freshman on Varsity she’s produced a lot of ‘wow’ moments in practice that translated to big plays in games. she was selected allcounty as a freshman, but her big breakout was last year as a sophomore in our first ever playoff run. she had always come through for us but she showed another level playing in may against the best in the state. she loves to compete. she’s a great teammate and terrific student (who i was lucky to teach) and we’re counting on her to be a more vocal leader for our team this year. she won’t let us down.”

PLECK From B1 that I’m not the tallest,” Pleck said.

“All the goalies I’ve met have been way taller than me. I like to think of it as an advantage because you have your stick to (cover) up high (on the net). It’s going to take someone (taller) to get down low. So I think of that as an advantage. I actually like the obstacle of being a short goalie.”

From Williamson’s perspective, it is fairly easy to see just how Pleck makes up for her lack of size in handling shots headed in any direction.

“She’s not big at all, even with the padding on,” Williamson said. “(But) she positions very well. She’s not covering a lot of the goal, but what she makes up for it is with her reflexes and how quick those reflexes are.

She does a really good job of moving into the correct position, for sure.”

Those skills have developed over Pleck’s two seasons with Mill Creek’s

varsity season, but her mental and emotional development has been just as important in helping her grow into the goaltender she has become.

Williamson doesn’t have trouble coming up with a particular turning point in that process, which occurred during a game with eventual state semifinalist Walton during her freshman year in 2018.

“The game that sticks out to me last year, … that would be the Walton game,” Williamson said. “She made about four saves in the last seven minutes. We get down about 10-3, and came all the way back (to win 13-10), and she made a handful of saves in the last four or five minutes that were just huge.

“It was actually one of her favorite games to watch because she was just so big, and it was a huge boost for her in (terms of her) confidence. …

And it really started showing up last year. Whatever she lacked before, boy, I don’t see that tentativeness any more because she really gets in there and takes control of that goal.

their team. Her work-ethic on the field and her alwayspositive and ready-to-learn attitude off the field makes her a natural leader that her teammates gravitate towards. in the classroom and on the field, she exhibits the high standards to which every north gwinnett bulldog is held. i am excited to see the undoubted and unmistakable contribution that macy will make on the starting attack line this season.”

I don’t think things bother her when she gives up a goal like it used to.

She just fights through it and keeps going. She does a great job of that.”

As far as she come, the best may be yet to come for Pleck.

In addition to her and the Hawks being poised for a big season this spring and having another high school season ahead of her next year, she has already made a verbal commitment to play Division I college lacrosse at Louisville.

As far as Williamson is concerned, the sky is the limit for her.

“I don’t know that’s she’s hit the ceiling yet,” Williamson said. “She’s only a junior. She had essentially one full varsity year, but she also plays high-level club (lacrosse) and travel with Eagle Stix.

“She probably started six or seven games her freshman year. She started all of them last year. And I think she’s still getting better. She continues to get better, so I think she’s still on her way up. I can’t wait to see what she’s going to do.”

natural born leaders who goes out and get things done — leading through encouragement, example and doing things the right way and not concerning himself too much about what people think of him. Watching him play, his talent level is obvious.

However, it is the intangible qualities that make him special.”

IN BRIEF Hawks’ Walters commits to Western Virginia

appearance in the second round of the state playoffs. She also plays basketball for the school’s region Mill Creek senior Mia Walters championship team. has committed to the West Virginia Gwinnett’s Cox, University swimming program.

Walters was third in the 100 butSturdivant connect in terfly and fifth in the 200 freestyle German football at this year’s Gwinnett County meet.

She also swam on the Hawks’ firstFormer Dacula running back place 200 medley relay that won Marcus Cox signed recently with county and state championships. the Marburg Mercenaries of the German Football League.

Buford’s Martin to play for Cox, 25, will play for Mercenaries head coach Joe Sturdivant, a Rollins College Parkview grad.

The 5-foot-10, 205-pounder was Buford junior Courtney Martin has committed to the Rollins a four-year standout at AppalaCollege (Fla.) women’s lacrosse chian State, where he finished as the school’s all-time leading rushprogram.

Martin, a utility player for the er with 5,103 yards to go with 52 Wolves, had 31 goals, nine assists, 25 touchdowns. He also was the first ground balls, 29 caused turnovers Mountaineer with four seasons of and 73 draw controls last season, more than 1,000 rushing yards.

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COLUMNIST|DAVID CARROLL

Still a Stooge after all these years

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ecently, a columnist opining about crative. Within a few years, those shows the hijinks in our nation’s capi- had exhausted their supply of cartoons, tal, made a reference to the Three and needed new material. Columbia had Stooges. He wrote, “Watching Congress the solution. Their long-forgotten Stooge try to get anything done makes me think comedies were TV-ready.

Moe, Larry, and Curly are in charge.”

There was only one problem. Those As a longtime member of the Three films were not originally intended for Stooges Fan Club, I was offended. eight-year-olds. Moe frequently The Stooges would never stoop handed out face-slaps, butt-kicks, so low as to engage in politics. and eye-pokes. Our parents were Instead, they preferred to poke convinced that we would imitate fun at the rich and powerful, who our on-screen idols, by poking would often be rewarded with each others’ eyes out. a pie in the kisser. Frankly, we Their fears were not unfoundcould use a little of that right now. ed. I would be lying if I said that Moe, Larry, and Curly have been none of us tried this on the playCarroll a part of my life since the beginground. After all, just seconds afning. When I first laid my eyes on ter Larry and Curly squealed with a TV screen, they were there. We took a discomfort after a poke in their eyes, few breaks over the years, but eventu- they were good as new. They were realally some TV station would bring back life cartoons. the knuckleheads, and we would reunite.

So, each day, our local kids show host The Stooges act started almost a cen- would caution us about this harmful tury ago. Brothers Moe and Shemp How- horseplay. “Now kids, don’t act like the ard, along with their friend Larry Fine, Stooges at home. They’re grown-ups, first started doing live performances in and they know how to pretend, without the 1920s. Shemp left to go solo by the hurting each other. But you might poke 1930s, and younger brother Jerry (Curly) someone’s eyes out, and you don’t want joined Moe and Larry, making two-reel to do that!” “shorts” for movie theaters. These were Message received, Cowboy Bob. To 18-minute films, designed to show before my knowledge, no one in my circle of the big movie. (Each reel could hold ten Stooge fans ever lost an eye. But we minutes of film, so a full-length movie gained a lifelong guilty pleasure we still required about twelve reels). enjoy today.

Beginning in 1934, the Stooges filmed After becoming an adult, a husband, almost two hundred “shorts” until the and a father, I would often find myself in act (seemingly) ran out of gas in 1957. Stooge-like situations, with Stooge-like Curly had suffered several strokes in the results. Have you ever seen Shemp try mid-1940s, and had to retire at the age to unfold the legs from a card table, reof 43. Older brother Shemp returned to sulting in finger-smashing failure? That’s the act, and was the “third stooge” un- me. Did you ever see Curly’s disastrous til his sudden death in 1955 at the age attempts at plumbing repairs? You’re of 60. Joe Besser and Curly Joe DeRita looking at me. Do you remember Moe filled in until the act finally folded in and Larry in the kitchen, totally botch1970. Both Moe and Larry died in 1975, ing a recipe? It’s the story of my life. the last of the original Stooges.

The Stooges stayed busy in their prime, When I was little, I thought Curly but never became movie-star wealthy.

Howard was the funniest person in the Moe was financially savvy, but Larry was world. I still do. There is not a male baby said to spend his money as soon as he boomer among us who hasn’t imitated made it, and Curly was the personificaCurly in some way. As we have had chil- tion of “live fast, die young.” I’d like to dren and grandchildren, it has been a think they’re stumbling around in heavrite of passage for our offspring to be en, with Curly peeking over the edge of exposed to the slapstick comedy of the a cloud saying, “Hey look. They’re still Three Stooges. laughing at us in the year 2020!” Moe We can do that thanks to a decision would grab Curly’s ear and reply, “What made by Columbia Pictures in 1958. By are you, a wise guy?” The slapping and that time, theaters were no longer inter- poking would ensue, and the angels on ested in Stooge films. Columbia declined high would laugh. Eternal joy, indeed. to renew the Stooges’ contract, rendering them unemployed for the first time in David Carroll, a Chattanooga news anchor, is the author of “Volunteer 24 years. However, the timing was right Bama Dawg,” available on his website, for the Stooges’ antics to be transferred from the big screen to the small screen. ChattanoogaRadioTV.com. You may contact him at radiotv2020@yahoo.com, or 900 Television stations had discovered that Whitehall Road, Chattanooga, TN 37405. afternoon kids shows could be quite lu-

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Film industry brings economic spur to areas that need It

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fter a hard week, a trip to the movies (paying rents that benefit taxpayers), in can give you a pick-me-up. Grab a private homes, rural downtowns, our coast Coke and some popcorn, enjoy the and even abandoned big box stores and show and forget about your obligations for dying malls. two hours.

Scenes from Clint Eastwood’s “The Increasingly, the films that Mule” were filmed in an empty office can take us to a galaxy far, far building off Mountain Industrial Bouaway were produced on locations levard in Tucker. Other locations for not so far away at all. In fact, it’s that movie included Rome and Ausometimes just down the street. gusta. Each of these areas got a welFor Georgia’s economy, the film come influx of cash. industry is a pick-me-up, often Just as film investment have helped bringing new opportunities, new Morsberger areas that were struggling, the industry jobs and redevelopment to areas is also a safe harbor during economic that have experienced hard times. downturns. Studies consistently show the While Georgia started its film office in entertainment industry thrives during rethe 1970s under the leadership of Gov. cessions, when perhaps more people are Jimmy Carter – around the time that the seeking a few moments of escape.

Georgia-made movie “Deliverance” hit it The passage of the tax credit in 2008 big at the box office – the industry didn’t saved some businesses in Georgia from take off immediately here. Georgia host- the worst effects of the Great Recession. ed productions here and there, but it was Like all businesses in the building trade, more of a novelty than a major industry the Cofer Brothers hardware store in Tuckor economic driver. er saw much of its normal business dry up That changed in 2008 with the enact- in 2009 as home construction came to a ment of the Georgia film tax credit, which complete stop amid a wave of foreclosures. aimed to create a new homegrown film The family enterprise survived because just industry. Not all legislation works out as as the crash hit, the tax credit took effect planned, but this one did. and film crews came calling to build sets The results are phenomenal. Before the and other structures. credit, we had one soundstage in the state.

Lightnin’ in Lawrenceville has a simiNow we have more than 100. We had one lar story. It rents trucks and heavy equipstudio; now we have 24 and boast some of ment. While some aspects of its business, the biggest in the world. such as RV rentals, ground to a halt after As director of Community Improvement 2008, its business renting trucks, trailers Districts in DeKalb and Gwinnett counties, and generators to movie sets picked up I spend my days working to bring those ar- significantly. Over the past decade, its reveas new economic development, upgrade enues have tripled, and the company has infrastructure and prevent aging facilities doubled the number of employees. from turning into blight.

That’s homegrown industry right there, While celebrities in town for filming and we’re training homegrown Georgians might rent a mansion or stay in a ritzy ho- to fill all these new jobs. The Georgia Film tel in Buckhead, most of the work is done Academy has more than 6,000 students in areas that need the jobs. around the state, and graduates earn an Blackhall Studios, located in south DeKalb, average of $85,000.

Eagle Rock Studios in Stone Mountain and With the tremendous growth in conNorcross and OFS have brought much tent demand, thousands of new jobs will needed investments to those areas. In ad- pour into Georgia over the next decade, dition to the jobs and direct spending they providing lucrative careers for Georgia’s bring to businesses nearby, they’re also future workforce and giving a lift to famigood corporate citizens who give back to lies, neighborhoods and small businesses the community in many ways. that need it.

For example, Eagle Rock Studios reguPeople might think the tax credit only larly opens its facility to business and com- helps those who pose on red carpets. It helps munity events and has been an active CID those who live in houses built on red clay. member on issues like the Freight Study that impacts the community’s accessibil- Emory Morsberger is executive director of the ity, mobility and connectivity to the entire Gateway85 Community Improvement District metro Atlanta region. in Gwinnett County, president of Tucker These studio soundstages are only part Summit Community Improvement District of the equation. Productions are filming and president of Metro South CID in DeKalb everywhere. Crews film in state buildings County. He lives in Lilburn.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR I YOUR OPINION

Bringing attention to the need for animal rescue, adoption

As part of a scout requirement I am writing to talk about an important subject to me — animal cruelty.

I very much dislike how some people treat animals. We have a rescue dog at home who had a horrible background. He was chained in a backyard. He eventually chewed his way out. To this day he is missing teeth. He lived on the streets and got all kinds of diseases.

Eventually people found him and years later, he now lives under our roof. Some

animals under the same circumstances don’t get help. They are either left on the street or never escape cruelty. Many go to shelters but are never adopted.

People don’t seem to care as much about these animals being left without homes.

More people need to know about their suffering. That is why I am writing — in hopes that bringing up this topic will help animals get the better life they deserve.

— Derek Davis, Peacthree Corners

COLUMNIST|TOM PURCELL

How to renew the dying art of romance? Ask our elders

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he day my Mother and Father met, he Will Mommy reply, “He texted me, we was arguing with some high school hooked up, we did likewise with several friends about whether a slice of lem- other people for a while and then, tired on would corrode the coating on a of the jealousy, we decided, ‘Why porcelain sink. don’t we have the magistrate draw “I never came across any man quite up some paperwork and make this like your Father,” my Mother says, thing legal?’” still happily befuddled by the stubIt’s fascinating how much courtborn old fellow. ing and romance have changed Their meeting in 1950 began a stoin just a few generations. Older rybook courtship. A typical date ingenerations were brimming with cluded my Father walking one mile hope and optimism going into Purcell to my Mother’s home. The two walked marriage. Now, younger generaanother mile to the movie theater. tions brim with cynicism and low They had just enough money left over to expectations. buy an Isaly’s banana split. Then my Dad My parents were married in the Catholic walked her home.

Church. They vowed to “become one flesh” Their courtship culminated in their mar- under God … to have and to hold, from riage in 1956. They’ll celebrate their 64th their wedding day forward, for better, for anniversary in September. worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness I share their story because I wonder and in health, to love and to cherish, till how today’s young people may one day death do them part. answer when their children ask, “How They began their life together with hope did you meet Daddy?” and promise. Compare that to young-

er people who enter marriage thinking, “Well, if it doesn’t work out, I can always try something else.”

Consider the love songs sung by crooners through the early 1970s.

Whereas many of today’s hit songs celebrate fear, anger and cynicism (“He cheated on me!”), Dean Martin’s songs celebrated sweetness and innocence. Idealistic and uplifting, his songs were ROMANTIC. Dino’s songs celebrated the subtle dance of the spirit between a man and a woman – the magic that occurs when two complementary natures collide.

His songs celebrated mystery – the deep interest and curiosity that men and women hold for each other.

The simple, intense lyrics of his song “Sway” summed this up well: Other dancers may be on the floor Dear, but my eyes will see only you Only you have the magic technique When we sway, I go weak Were my parents, as two young people,

unrealistic entering their lifelong union?

Perhaps. They’ve gone through many ups and downs since, as all married couples do, yet they’re still together — and my Father still adores my Mother.

Were the love songs of the past also unrealistic and overly simplified, like a trite romance novel? Yes. Was this a bad thing? Of course not!

We’ve always needed romance in our lives.

Romance is about hopefulness – the hope that one day, a special person will enter your life, sweep you off your feet, become your best friend and give you far more care, affection and support than he or she would ever want in return.

This Valentine’s Day, younger folks might want to ask their elders to help them understand – and renew – the wonderful art of romance.

Tom Purcell is a Pittsburgh Tribune-Review humor columnist. Send comments to Tom at Tom@TomPurcell.com.

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