Brahmas win 4 ghouls to 0 Soccer explodes o ensively in second half against Wildcats

RICHARD ESPINOZA Reporter @Richard65157819

After missed opportunities by both teams left the first half scoreless, the Brahmas shut out the West Los Angeles Wildcats, 4-0.

A ceremonial sophomore appreciation event started off the night for Pierce. It showcased the players moving on to university level teams.

The Wildcats goalkeeper, Monica Stieber, was able to stop the Brahmas in the at the beginning of the game, but once the second half started she struggled against the newfound determination Pierce exuded.

The Brahmas began to dominate the game starting with Leslie Ramirez who stole the show with back to back goals, giving the Brahmas a 2-0 lead.

“I just knew we had to get it done. We had the second half to regroup and tell ourselves on what we need to do.” Ramirez said. “The team executed and remain focus and we just wanted to get it done and it just happen.”

Pierce then scored an additional two goals. Sara Hernandez assisted by Ramirez scored the first and Destiny Brandstetter assisted by Katherine Castillo had the other.

“My team just gave it to me and I finish it there is nothing more to it,” Hernandez said.

Brandstetter was focused on the game and knew she had to do what she needed to, in order to help out the team.

“It was the last few minutes of the game, obviously, and my adrenaline was pumping and I had to go through it,”

Brandstetter said.

The first half was full of mistakes on both teams and the second half was going to be the win or lose determinant.

“I was very pleased in the second half obviously. We woke up in the second half against a very tough team and got it done.”

Coach Adolfo Perez said. “The only thing we need to work on is finishing and our strength is that we never give up.”

Those that watched the game redirecting blame, and points the finger at Damis. Orgon, choosing to believe he’d raised a churlish child rather than see the truth at hand, demands Damis apologize to the crooked priest. When Damis refuses, Orgon banishes him from the estate. This is the turning point of the play; the audience is left to contemplate Orgon’s decision. He truly believes anything Tartuffe says or does is divine intervention, so can he really be mocked for his choice? If Abraham were willing to sacrifice Isaac, who are we to say Orgon would not have done the same at his beloved preacher’s request?

Felker, as Orgon, perfectly captures the outrage expected of a man who’s been betrayed on every fundamental level. Broukhim, as Madame Pernelle, was not afraid to use her cane as a weapon. Her performance reminds us all of a time when our mothers wouldn’t believe us, and the frustration that ensued.

Foster, as Elmire, was elegance personified. Her careful, deliberate movements represent much of the same tactful tendencies her character requires. Johnson, as Mariane, and Truxal, as Dorine, had the most relatable chemistry, whether intentional or otherwise. Together they broke the dynamic expected of a master and servant and it was a relief for the audience to see a true friendship onstage.

Landmesser, as Cleante, was the unsung champion of reason throughout the play. Whenever the tension rose to its limit, Cleante was there to ensure a smooth transition. The antagonists’ aversion to Cleante’s worldly and well travelled liberal views were an apt metaphor for the use of religion as a tool. Everything not inside these narrowed views were perceived as sin, to question this was blasphemous, it’s no wondering why this play was banned by the church for five years.

Khalighi, as Tartuffe, who bears a striking resemblance to our women’s volleyball head coach, Nabil Mardini, is the very rare example of a perfect cast. The speed at which he’s able to switch tones is what allows him to drift perfectly between the humble, altruistic preacher, and the venomous snake that lies waiting for the most opportune moment to strike.

James Longstreet, who performed the live score, was absolutely fantastic. His ability to hit his cues allowed the entire play’s momentum to flow evenly and was undoubtedly integral to this performance’s success.

The minimalistic set design gave room for the actors themselves to decorate the stage. Going off the quality alone, one would be fair pressed to learn the floor was handpainted.

Overall, having been written and performed in rhyme, the decision to add beats and rhythm on top of the player’s dialogue was a nice touch. This is definitely a play worth seeing.

“Tartuffe” runs through Oct. 30, in the Dow Arena Theater. Tickets are available at brownpapertickets.com or by phone: 818-719-6488. Visit the website for ticket prices.