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Thursday, November 14, 2013

Hoops removal demanded by OL residents By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

Marist and Richards are still alive in the football playoffs. See sports and Jeff Vorva’s column, page 3

Area schools go all out for Veteran’s Day See Page 4

The basketball hoops at Oak Lawn’s Little Wolfe Park will stay up for now despite protests Monday night from a small group of residents who live near the park. Park District commissioners decided to consider the matter further at a future committee meeting rather than vote on a proposal to remove the hoops from the park. “We do understand your frustrations, but things take time, park board President Sue Murphy said at Monday’s meeting. The six residents who spoke at the meeting, including village Trustee Carol Quinlan, strongly urged park commissioners to remove the hoops. Residents have called for the removal of the hoops following an Aug. 14 fight involving two groups of teens, which led to two arrests. Quinlan attended the park board’s September meeting and said the fight was not an isolated incident. Instead, she said, the court was used throughout the summer by troublemakers from Photo by Jeff Vorva outside the village. The poor conduct led other patrons, such as A mourner brings a cross that was placed in a memorial for Brittany Wawrzyniak during a vigil on a cold Monday night in Worth. parents with young children, to avoid the park, she said. Quinlan’s comments that many of the basketball players were from outside the community led some to brand her a racist, an accusation she denies, she said. Park Commissioner Gary Callahan said removing the basketball hoops is not a panacea to the problems in the neighborhood. “A lot of this sounds, unforBy Bob Rakow Wawrzyniak met Eric Steven tunately, like it’s a police matStaff Reporter Johnson at the boat launch near ter,” Callahan said. “If we have 115th Street and Beloit Avenue. a problem in a park, we’re going Rebecca Tully sat in the living She got into the backseat of his to take care of it. This has nothroom of her Worth home Monday car and handed him $200 in exing to do with basketball. If we morning struggling to understand change for 30 pills of Clonazepam, take these hoops down, it may why anyone would harm her prosecutors said. temporarily relieve something, daughter, Brittany Wawrzyniak. The prescription drug is used to but it may push the problem to “What happened was pointless,” treat panic and seizure disorders, another park.” Tully said. “I think there’s a lot according to medical experts. The Oak Lawn police departwe don’t know.” Wawrzyniak began counting ment is responsible for patrolling Twenty four hours later, as she the pills while still in the backvillage parks and stepped up efmade last-minute preparations for seat as Johnson drove away. She forts at Little Wolfe after the her daughter’s wake, Tully fer- opened the door of the moving August fight. vently disputed the scenario that car, was ejected and struck the Commissioner Mary Margaret led to her daughter’s death, which pavement, prosecutors said. Wallace said the park is under utiwas outlined by Cook County She was pronounced dead at lized and does not attract enough prosecutors. Christ Medical Center in Oak children. Prosecutors said Wawrzyniak, Lawn less than one hour later. Photo by Jeff Vorva “I honestly do feel like the best 18, died Aug. 8 after she was Tully wholeheartedly rejects ejected from the backseat of an the scenario, which was pre- A photo of Brittany Wawrzyniak peaks out among the flowers at course of action is to add more alleged drug dealer’s car after sented at Johnson’s bond hearing a memorial close to the spot near a boat launch in Worth where equipment,” Wallace said. “I also (Continued on page 5) buying pills from him. she died on Friday. (Continued on page 2)

‘I know who my daughter is’ Grieving Worth mother disputes Cook County prosecutor’s claim of pill purchase during night of her daughter’s death

Kelly White breaks down construction in Palos Hills See Page 5

Reporter Tim Hadac had enough of news services that jump the gun on stories See Page 6 index Police News.....................2 Our Neighborhood..........4 Sudoku...........................4 Commentary...................6 Death Notices..................7 Crossword......................7 School.........................8 & 9 Calendar....................10 Consumer........................11

columnists Jeff Vorva........................3 Wine Guy..........................12

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Chicago Christian’s Anna Kamp, No. 11, reacts after she thought her kill won a Class 3A sectional match against Evergreen Park on Nov. 5 in Palos Heights and the team started to celebrate. But the refs called her for a net violation and that cut the celebration off for a few seconds. The Knights scored the winning point on the next serve and celebrated the victory and went on to win the sectional title Thursday but fell to powerful Wheaton St. Francis in at the Joliet Catholic Academy Supersectionalon Saturday to close their season. For more volleyball postseason stories and photos, see sports.

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Keston D. Miller, 18, and Anthony E. Anderson, 19, both of Chicago, were charged with retail theft Oct. 31 after allegedly James Hank, 49, of Chicago stealing BB guns from Sports Ridge, was charged with tresAuthority, 9633 S. Cicero Ave., passing Nov. 7 at the Metra Stapolice said. tion, 103rd Street and Ridgeland *** Avenue, police said. Hank was Forty nine boxes of mints were allegedly intoxicated and had urireported stolen Nov. 1 from Cupid nated on the floor of the station, Candies, 4707 W. 95th St. The they said. front glass door of the business *** was shattered during the bur Jonathan Hannah, 28, of glary. Springdale, Ariz., was charged *** with retail theft Nov. 7 after al A Dodge Intrepid was reported legedly stealing merchandise from stolen Nov. 2 or 3 from the 9700 Home Depot, 300 Commons Drive, block of Karlov Avenue. police said. *** *** James P. Thorton, 49, of Chi Obdulla Cisneros, 53, of Blue cago, was charged with drunken Island, was charged with retail driving Nov. 2 after a stop at 103rd theft Nov. 8 after allegedly stealStreet and Laporte Avenue, poing goods from Kohl’s at Chicago lice said. Ridge Mall, police said. *** *** Steven R. Dawson, 32, of Jus Charles K. Gries, 22, of Chicago tice, was charged with drunken Ridge, was charged with drunken driving, speeding and no insurdriving, leaving the scene of an ance Nov. 2 after he was stopped accident and no insurance Nov. 9 at 98th Street and Cicero Avenue, after a stop at 99th Street and police said. Sayre Avenue, police said. *** Approximately $1,000 worth of tools were reported stolen Nov. 2 Six hundred silver coins and or 3 from a garage in the 9800 $500 cash were stolen Oct. 26 block of Moody Avenue. or 27 from a house in the 11000 *** Andrew Arzu, 26, Chicago, block of Kostner Avenue. Kellie M. Weber, 19, of Oak was charged with possession of *** Lawn, was charged with retail marijuana, driving on an expired Anthony S. Wasso, 29, of Fort theft Nov. 3 after allegedly stealing license and no insurance following Lauderdale, Fla., was charged merchandise from Target, 4120 a Nov. 2 stop at 87th Street and with possession of stolen propRockwell Avenue, police said. erty, possession of a controlled *** substance, driving on a suspended Michael Bobis, 47, of Alsip, license and failing to signal Oct. was charged with possession of 27 after a stop in the 5200 block (Continued from page 1) marijuana, drug equipment and a of 111th Street, police said. Monday at the Criminal Courts controlled substance and driving *** building in Chicago. Johnson, with a cracked windshield Nov. 2 Six hundred twenty five dolafter a stop at 96th Street and lars was reported stolen Oct. 28 of Peotone, was ordered held on $300,000 bond. He is charged with Western Avenue, police said. from a customer’s purse at the unlawful delivery of a controlled *** Salvation Army store, 8732 S. substance. David Allen Jr., 55, of Chicago, Cicero Ave. “The stuff that they’re saying was charged with retail theft and *** unlawful use of a weapon Nov. 2 Mohammad H. Ramadan, 31, of is false,” Tully said. “The fact after an arrest at Wal-Mart, 2500 Burbank, was charged with pos- is, she didn’t buy any pills. She W. 95th St. Police said he had a session of a controlled substance didn’t have any money. I know who my daughter is.” Taser in possession. Oct. 31 after a stop at 87th Street Tully said her daughter was *** and Cicero Avenue, police said. at the boat launch to support a Joseph Colbert, 27, of Chicago, *** close friend, who planned to fight another girl. “There’s conflicting stories,” said Mike Tully, Wawrzyniak’s stepfather. “How could anybody be so evil to do that to a girl?” Tully and her husband are not Chicago Ridge / Evergreen Park / Hickory Hills alone in their thinking. Several of Wawrzyniak’s friends Oak Lawn / Palos Hills / Worth have posted their doubts about the prosecutor’s allegations on the Publisher Amy Richards RIP Brittany Wawrzyniak FaceEditor Jeff Vorva book page, which had nearly 7,000 Sports Editor Ken Karrson “likes” on Tuesday afternoon. “It’s not finalized. It’s an ongoGraphic Design/Layout Kari Nelson & Jackie Santora ing investigation,” said Tully, who plans to meet with investigators Advertising Sales Val Draus today for an update. To advertise call (708) 448-6161 Worth Police and the South Suburban Major Crimes Task To subscribe call (708) 448-6161 / Fax (708) 448-4012 Force have offered few details Website: TheReporterOnline.net regarding the incident. Tully, e-Mail: thereporter@comcast.net however, said the police “are doing everything they can.” The Reporter is published weekly by the Regional Publishing Corp. “The (Worth Police) chief said, 12247 S. Harlem Ave. “Be patient. It could take weeks,” Palos Heights, IL 60463 Tully said. “If anybody knows Office Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Sat. 9 a.m. to Noon anything, please come forward.” Entered as periodical mail at the Post Office at Worth, Illinois, under the Act of March 3, 1879. Attempts to contact Worth poSubscription rates: $37.00 per year by mail in Cook County. $47 per year by mail elsewhere. lice were unsuccessful. $1.00 per copy on newsstands and vending machines. 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was charged with retail theft Nov. 4 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. *** Jason Rangel, 28, of Chicago, was charged with possession of drug equipment, driving on a suspended license, no insurance, failure to signal and failure to wear a seatbelt Nov. 7 after a stop at 87th Street and Rockwell Ave., police said. Simon Villa, 25, of Chicago, a passenger in the car, was charged with possession of marijuana, and Julio Estrada, 32, of Chicago, another passenger, was charged with possession of a controlled substance, police said. *** William Alexander, 26, of Evergreen Park was charged with trespassing Nov. 7 after he was spotted in a construction area in the 3600 block of 95th Street, police said. Alexander told police he was out for a walk after arguing with his girlfriend and did not notice the “no trespassing” signs.

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W. 95th St., police said. *** Ignacio B. Diaz, 29, of Chicago, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance and improper lane use Nov. 3 following a stop at 89th Street and Cicero Avenue, police said. *** Jeremy J. Clay, 24, of Chicago, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance and disobeying a traffic signal following a Nov. 3 stop in the 5600 block of 103rd Street, police said. *** Quiana M. Jones, 36, of Milwaukee, was charged with drunken driving, improper lane use, failure to signal and no insurance Nov. 3 after a stop at 98th Street and Cicero Avenue, police said. *** Three bottles of alcohol were reported stolen Nov. 5 from Walgreens, 4740 W. 95th St. *** Kambai A. Penix, 41, of Lynwood, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance, driving without a valid license, improper lane use and failure to signal Nov. 5 after a stop at 102nd Street and Cicero Avenue, police said. *** A catalytic convertor was reported stolen Nov. 5 from a car in the 10400 block of Central Avenue. *** Breanne K. Murphy, 33, of

Hometown, was charged with drunken driving, improper lane use, speeding, failure to signal and no insurance Nov. 5 after a stop at Southwest Highway and Kilbourn Avenue, police said. *** Elliott G. Cummings, 32, of Chicago, was charged with assault and disorderly conduct Nov. 7 after a disturbance at the Salvation Army store, 8732 S. Cicero Ave., police said. *** Between Nov. 3 and Nov. 4, a commercial burglary occurred at the Avenue flower Shop, 10632 S. Cicero Ave. While inside, the offender(s) targeted several video gaming machines, a redemption terminal, ATM and cash register. *** The Oak Lawn Police Department would like to remind business owners to make sure their alarm and video systems are working properly. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Det. Hudziak at 708-499-7822.

Mark Slawson, 22, of Worth, was charged with unlawful use of a weapon and disorderly conduct Nov. 9 following a disturbance in 11200 block of Moraine Drive, police said. *** Christopher Czarnik, 25, of Hickory Hills, and Daniel Butler, 22, of Palos Hills, were charged Nov. 10 with possession of marijuana and drug equipment after a stop at 107th Street and Roberts Road, police said.

Worth Mohammed B. Ziko, 19, of Bridgeview, was charged with disorderly conduct Nov. 9 after a disturbance in the 6900 block of 111th Street, police said. *** Jonathan M. Rickman, 36, of Worth, was charged with reckless driving, driving off the roadway, making an improper turn and disobeying a stop sign Nov. 7 after a stop in 6700 block of 111th Street, police said.

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Patrick Wawrzyniak, left, and several friends and family members pray for his daughter, Brittany, who died Friday. her life,” Tully said Monday as her seven-year-old twins played nearby. “I’m numb. I’m in a state of shock. She didn’t hang out with (Johnson). “I’ve never heard of him.” Tully, an eight-year-resident of Worth, said she’s overwhelmed by the support and generosity shown by friends and neighbors. Hundreds braved cold weather Monday night to honor her daughter’s memory at a candlelight vigil held near the boat launch. Another large crowd attended her wake on Tuesday at Hann Funeral Home in Bridgeview. Funeral services were held Wednesday at New Hope Church in Alsip. Interment was private. As of Tuesday afternoon, friends and family raised $8,800 to pay for the funeral services. Donations are still being accepted at www.giveforward.com. Tully and her husband remembered Wawrzyniak as a young girl with ambitions and a great sense of humor. “She was funny,” Mike Tully said. “She wanted everybody to love her.” A 2013 graduate of Shepard High School, Wawrzyniak was attending the Illinois Institute of Art and wanted to become a music producer. She was learning to play guitar and worked part-time with her mother in the

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Bears, Packers, Redhawks and Bulldogs? The Bears host the Packers on what could be a frozen tundra at Soldier Field on Dec. 29. Who knows which quarterbacks will show up for those teams? That will be a crapshoot. Jake Cutler and Aaron Rodgers could be in traction by the time that game rolls around. The Bears also invited to the game head coaches and player representatives from the eight Illinois High School Association football champions. Who knows who will show up for that? That will also be a crapshoot. But the Reporter area still has two horses still left in this race. The quarterfinals are this weekend and Marist is still alive in Class 8A and Richards is one of eight teams left in Class 6A. The Redhawks host Oswego at 7 p.m. Saturday and the Bulldogs host Lincoln-Way North at 6 p.m. If one or both teams win state titles, the halftime show should be pretty cool for them. The ceremony will include state championship game highlights on the video boards, courtesy of Comcast SportsNet Chicago. “The Chicago Bears are dedicated to supporting high school football throughout the state of Illinois, and we will be proud to recognize our 2013 football state champion teams during halftime of our game on December 29,” said Bears Chairman George H. McCaskey in a news release. “Winning a state title is a monumental accomplishment, and we look

Game of the Year honors. Voting runs through Nov. 24. The CN100 Game of the Week crew covered 17 games around Chicagoland this year and has narrowed the field down to the five best. Fans can select the by Jeff CN100 Game of the Year by goVorva ing to http://www.cn100.tv/game_ of_the_week.aspx to make their forward to congratulating each choice. championship team.” The five games in contention The IHSA football state title are: games will be played at Huskie Stadium on the campus of • Evergreen Park vs. Argo Northern Illinois University in (taped Oct. 15): Don Oresky strips DeKalb on Friday and Saturday, the ball and returns the fumble November 29-30. for a fourth-quarter touchdown What are the chances we get to give the Mustangs a 45-44 win someone there? over Argo. Now that Marist knocked • Wheaton North vs. Wheaton Bolingbrook, Class 8A looks a Warrenville South (taped Sept. little more wide open. How about 13): The Tigers score 17 unana Marist-Maine South champion- swered points and hold on to take ship two days after Thanksgiv- down their crosstown rivals 17-13 ing in DeKalb? That would be in a Week 3 meeting. a rematch from 2009, and that • Oak Forest vs. Lemont (taped didn’t work out so well for the Sept. 20): Oak Forest kicks a late Redhawks in a 41-17 loss. A little field goal for the 23-21 comeback revenge could be in order. win to snap an eight-game losing Richards’ big obstacle could streak to Lemont. be Providence in the semifinals. • Lincoln-Way East vs. BolingThat team finished 5-4 during the brook (taped Oct. 18): The Raiders regular season but played argu- clinch their first conference title ably one of the strongest schedules since 2009 with a 12-3 victory in the state. over Lincoln-Way East in Week It should be a fun couple of 8 action. weeks full of twists and turns. And • Neuqua Valley vs. Waubonsie we’re not just talking about the Valley (taped Oct. 11): Broc Rutlimbs of Cutler and Rodgers. ter threw three touchdown passes and Mikey Dudek returned a kick Game of the year? Evergreen Park’s thrilling 45- 77 yards as Neuqua defeated ri44 win over Argo is one of five val Waubonsie 40-25 in Indian games considered for the CN100 Prairie Classic.

Editor’s Notebook

‘Shared sacrifice’ still on ice as Oak Lawn trustees mull their health benefits By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Oak Lawn trustees took a pass Tuesday night on a discussion of eliminating health care benefits for elected officials, deciding instead that additional information is needed first. “There’s going to be a lot of discussion that’s going to take place between all of us,” Trustee Mike Carberry said. “It’s an overall compensation package. Health benefits are a major cost. We need to get everybody’s input. We’re going to try to come up with something that makes sense. There’s not a big rush on this.” Part of that discussion will focus on a proposal to allow trustees to purchase health insurance from the village if it is no longer offered as a benefit. “That wasn’t really discussed at the last meeting and I think that’s important to talk about before we start drafting an ordinance,” Village Attorney Patrick Connelly said. “I would like to hear some direction on what you guys [on the board] think.” Connelly added that he is exploring whether or not the repeal of health care benefits would take place after a board member’s term. He said there was “some gray area” in the law that might allow benefits to be repealed at the end of the fiscal year instead. The health insurance issue was first raised at the Oct. 22 board meeting by Trustee Tim Desmond, who called for “shared sacrifice” at a time when the board is considering several significant cuts to balance the village budget. Several trustees and Mayor Sandra Bury currently take full

or partial health benefits. Trustee Alex Olejniczak said he does not plan to participate in the village health insurance plan in the next fiscal year. Bury does not take her salary as liquor commissioner, which is comparable to the cost of her insurance, she said. Trustee Terry Vorderer, who does not receive the insurance, said trustees deserve compensation but proving health insurance is too costly. “Everybody is entitled to some compensation for their work. I don’t think the people of Oak Lawn resent paying their trustees. I also learned that if a trustee takes this healthcare, he’s compensated at three or four times the value of the trustee that does not take this healthcare, and that’s not right either. I think we need a fair compensation system. You want to buy the healthcare, it costs the village nothing.” In other business at a relatively harmonious 90-minute meeting, trustees: • Tabled action on a resolution that would place on the March ballot a referendum asking voters if they supported a three-consecutive-term limit for mayor and trustees. Carberry, who asked that the matter be tabled, said board has until December to approve the resolution, which is needed to place the question on the March ballot. • Discussed the possibility of increasing the number of red light enforcement cameras throughout the village as well as a program used to collect unpaid red light fines. Trustee Bob Streit said he’d like to see evidence that red light cameras improve public safety and don’t exist solely as revenue generators.

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Marist coaches, who are having a disagreement with officials early in Friday night’s upset win over Bolingbrook, hope to guide their team to the Class 8A state championship. The Bears will honor all of the state champion teams when they play Green Bay in late December.

Ms. Senior America crowned A few weeks ago, this press release came in and I didn’t have as much time or space to devote to it as I do now. I’m not sure this event was on TV so this is news to all of us: Longtime Charlie Daniels Band background vocalist Carolyn Corlew was crowned Ms. Senior America at the National pageant at Resorts Casino Hotel’s Super-

star Theater in Atlantic City, NJ. The competition featured 34 women age 60 and older from around the country. Corlew won the title of Ms. Senior Tennessee April 27th. While representing Wilson County at the Tennessee State convention, Corlew encouraged ladies that have reached the “Age of Elegance” to consider participating in the pageant. “I am thrilled, honored and so excited about wearing this crown

for the next year,” said Corlew. “These women were over the top — there were professional dancers, opera singers from Broadway... I sang a bluesy Etta James song and we had a 93 year old that rocked the competition. I’m blown away. From this point it’s spirit, mind and then body — it’s gotta come from within. I’ve got a 20-pound dress on and a crown and I’m proud to represent all the senior women of America!”

One tough hour for Burbank man By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter A man involved in a Nov. 4 hitand-run accident in Worth was charged less than one hour later with theft, police said. James M. Pullen Jr., 29, of Burbank, was charged with leaving the scene of an accident, failure to report an accident to police, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and driving without a valid license after a stop in the 7100 block of 107th Street, police said. Mike Carberry The driver of the car Pul • Agreed to cancel the Dec. 24 len hit told police that she was village board meeting, making the making a right turn from 107th Dec. 10 meeting the last one for Street onto northbound Harlem Avenue at 4:46 p.m. when her 2013. • Heard from Bury, who an- car was struck by a Ford SUV. nounced that her new blog, She said Pullen got out of the mayorbury.com, went live on vehicle and apologized for hitting her car. She said she was Wednesday.

calling the police at which point Pullen returned to the SUV and drove west on 107th Street, police said. Police later found the SUV, which had a flat passenger-side front tire, parked in the 10900 block of 71st Court. Pullen was sitting in back seat. He admitted that he was involved in the accident and fled without exchanging information with the other driver, according to reports. Prior to his arrest, Pullen allegedly stole a cell phone from a man in the 10800 block of Nordica, police said. The man told police he was placing garbage at the curb at 5:23 p.m. when a maroon Ford Explorer approached. The driver asked to borrow his phone. The victim gave Pullen his cell phone before returning to his house for a few minutes. When he returned, Pullen was gone.

Police recovered the phone when they transported Pullen to the police station, they said.

Motorist killed in Worth A motorist was killed early Tuesday morning after striking a pole near 116th Street and Harlem Avenue in Worth, police said. Police said they received a call from another driver at about 4:30 a.m. advising them of the crash on northbound Harlem Avenue. The unidentified driver was pronounced dead at Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn. Worth police are asking anyone with information regarding the crash to call 708-448-3979. —Staff Reports

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Woman charged with drunk driving on way to rehab, police say By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter A woman charged Nov. 7 with drunken driving in Hickory Hills told police she was on her way to court-ordered rehabilitation for a previous DUI, police said. Deborah S. Alexander, 57, of Hometown, was charged with drunken driving and improper lane use at 7:52 a.m. after a stop at 87th Street and Steeple Hill Drive, police said. Police spotted Alexander driving across both westbound lanes of 87th Street. At 87th Street and 88th Avenue, another driver pulled alongside the police car and pointed at Alexander’s truck, police said. Police tried to pull over Alexander just west of 88th Avenue. She drove a short distance and struck the curb before pulling over at Steeple Hill Drive, they said.

Police found a partially empty 30-pack of beer and a bottle of vodka in the bed of the truck. Alexander appeared intoxicated and had a strong odor of alcohol on her breath, according to reports. When police requested Alexander’s driver’s license, she gave them a recently issued ticket for drunken driving. She said she drank three tall vodka drinks before 8 a.m. and took an Atavan pill before driving, according to reports. She later said she consumed the drinks before 7 a.m. Alexander failed field sobriety tests before falling to the ground. The tests were halted for her safety. A passenger, who was extremely intoxicated, was not charged. He was taken to the police station where he waited for transportation.

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Our Neighborhood

Area schools salute veterans in different ways

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Phillip Galvin of the Oak Lawn Purple Heart group, gets ready to dig into breakfast courtesy of Evergreen Park Central Junior High School on Friday.

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Palos Hills’ Thomas Vargas was decked out in his army uniform Jim Wigington of the Oak Lawn Purple Heart group gets in line during Friday’s veteran’s celebration at Evergreen Park Central. for breakfast at Evergreen Park Central School.

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Veterans in the audience salute the flag during a ceremony at Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School on Friday.

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Sixth grade students at St. Louis de Montfort show cards they made for veterans to be sent to Hines Hospital.

Jessica Gomez and eighth grader at Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School, recites the Gettysburg Address during a program honoring veterans.

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The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers. Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

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News and events from our archives.

Hey — my name is Earle 50 years ago

From the Nov. 14, 1963 edition The story: Earle James Harper of Oak Lawn filed a $200,000 against Palos Township constable George H. Brier for false arrest. Harper said there was a warrant out for Earl Harper, not Earle James Harper, and that the officer refused to accept his credentials. He was suing for damages for “disgrace and humiliation.” The quote: “The extraordinary and continuing conflict between your respective offices negates any possible growth or progress for the city,” Attorney Daniel P. Glecier in his resignation letter to the city of Palos Hills. Fun fact: Oak Lawn youth baseball player Skip Sullivan won a sportsmanship trophy at an award dinner and presenting the award was White Sox pitcher John Buzzhardt.

Richards wins in battle of coaching giants 25 years ago

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From the Nov. 17, 1988 edition The story: Richards defeated defending state football champion Providence Catholic, 20-6, in the Class 4A quarterfinals in Oak Lawn. Many years later, the two coaches of that game — Richards’ Gary Korhonen and Providence’s Matt Senffner — retired as the top two winningest coaches in the state. The quote: “I found out that the fire chief knew about it, ESDA knew about it and the mayor knew about it. I had to hear it on the radio the next day. I think there is a lack of communication here.” Chicago Ridge Trustee Ed Buettner on hearing about a water drop pressure in his community a day after the event. Fun fact: Bob Gass and the Golden Jocks entertained at the second Father’s Club Sock Hop at Marist High School.

Paint job’s bill towers over Worth 10 years ago

From the Nov. 13, 2003 edition The story: Repainting Worth’s water tower ended up costing the Friendly Village a not-so-friendly extra bill of $100,000 because cellular antennas had to be removed. The quote: “I still think I’m in a bad dream. I think I’m going to wake up and say ‘We’ll beat Iowa Wesleyan on Saturday and see who we’re playing [in the NAIA playoffs] on Sunday.” St. Xavier University football coach Mike Feminis after his team was upended 37-27 by Trinity International University in Deerfield to leave the Cougars out in the cold for the playoffs. Fun fact: Evergreen Park High School welcomed Leo Kirch of Germany and Cigdem Engin from Turkey as foreign exchange students.

History of the World By Mark Andrews Nov. 14: ON THIS DATE in 1851, Herman Melville’s novel “Moby-Dick” was published in the United States. Nov. 15: ON THIS DATE in 1806, explorer Zebulon Pike sighted Pike’s Peak. In 1926, the NBC radio network went on the air with 24 stations. Nov. 16: ON THIS DATE in 1864, Union Gen. William T. Sherman and his troops began their “March to the Sea” during the Civil War. Nov. 17: ON THIS DATE in 1800, Congress first met in Washington in the partially completed Capitol building. Nov. 18: ON THIS DATE in 1307, Swiss patriot William Tell was forced to shoot an apple off his son’s head after refusing a tyrant’s order to salute an Austrian hat planted on a pole in the town square. In 1966, Roman Catholic bishops in the United States rescinded the church rule against eating meat on Fridays. Nov. 19: ON THIS DATE in 1493, Christopher Columbus discovered Puerto Rico on his second voyage to the New World. In 1959, Ford Motor Co. canceled production of the Edsel. Nov. 20: ON THIS DATE in 1945, 24 Nazi leaders went on trial before an international war crimes tribunal in Nuremberg, Germany. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1982, Yuri Andropov succeeded Leonid Brezhnev as leader of the Soviet Union. This week’s question: In 1863, President Lincoln delivered a famous speech that began “Four score and seven years ago ... “ at what Civil War battlefield? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarq mail.com.)

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Palos Hills construction projects wrapping up in time for winter By Kelly White Correspondent Palos Hills Public Works crews are wrapping up this year’s construction season, but before shifting into winter work mode the city is guaranteeing several current projects will be completed. The Illinois Department of Transportation performed an unscheduled asphalt overlay to repair all four lanes of traffic on 111th Street from Southwest Highway to Harlem Ave. recently. “The overlay was necessary due to potholes and delamination of the road surface along 111th Street,” Commissioner, Dave Weakley, stated at Thursday’s city council meeting. There was another problem on Kean Ave. stretching from 111th Street to 95th Street, where the Illinois Department of Transportation completed an edge of road patching program due to the slippary surface course of asphalt. This is the second time in three years the city has patched and replaced the asphalt on that section of Kean Ave., Weakley said. Mayor Jerry

Bennett noted the city is using asphalt approved by IDOT; however, officials are hoping to eventually see a better product come along after having to replace Kean Avenue so soon after the previous repair. “The problem is, unless it is an IDOT (Illinois Department of Transportation) approved product, we cannot use it,” Bennett said. In other construction news, the 88th Avenue reconstruction project is nearing its final phase. “Final inspections and punch lists have been completed and the county contractor will be making adjustments or repairs as needed to the sidewalks and curbs along 88th Avenue before the construction season ends,” Alderman Frank Williams (5th Ward) said on behalf of the Public Works Department. Public Works crews are also working to complete the last few asphalt patches and concrete repairs throughout the city before the first snow of the winter season. With the winter season just around the corner, crews are already prepping for the holiday season.

“Christmas street light decorations are being inspected, repaired, painted and new LED bulbs are being retrofitted into the decorations,” Williams added. Christmas decorations will be going up throughout the city within the upcoming weeks. To better control the flooding at Glacier Park, 7800 W. 101st Street, during the holiday season, for ice skating, Public Works crews have installed a new flood control structure. “The structure we have installed should help stop water leakage from the pond, preventing the formation of hollow ice pockets,” Weakley reported, “Maintenance and landscaping work will also be done around the park next week.” Some other winter scheduled work this season from the Palos Hills Public Works Department will include: ash tree removals due to Emerald Ash Borer, sanitary sewer lift station inspection (including maintenance and line cleaning), illegal sump pump inspections, street sign maintenance and water main valve inspections and operations. Road construction on 111th Street continues in Palos Hills.

SXU to open campus in Arizona By St. Xavier University The Gilbert, Ariz. town council approved a development agreement last Thursday, that will allow for the construction of Saint Xavier University’s 87,000square-foot satellite campus in the downtown Heritage District of Gilbert. The proposed four-story building will provide students premier access to state-of-the-art technology, smart classrooms, nursing labs and student lounges, as well as gathering and study space. In addition, Gilbert plans to construct a 300-car parking facility located just east of the SXU Gilbert campus. “It has always been part of our economic development plan to have a faith-based university located in downtown Gilbert. We

are thrilled to welcome Saint Xavier University, Chicago’s oldest Catholic University,” said Gilbert Mayor John Lewis. “It’s very important that we can offer our residents opportunities to obtain advanced degrees in a number of academic disciplines within this environment.” SXU’s Gilbert campus initially plans to offer undergraduate degree completion, adult degree completion and graduate degree programs in the academic disciplines of: Liberal Arts, Business and Nursing. Meeting the lifelong learning needs of a diverse student population has always been an essential component of the Saint Xavier mission. Pending approval by the Arizona accrediting agencies and the Higher Learning Commission, as well as endorsement by Bishop Thomas

J. Olmsted of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, classes could begin as early as Spring 2015. “We are honored to be part of the growing legacy of Gilbert and the State of Arizona, and we are pleased to share our own 168-year legacy of rigorous, values-based higher education,” said President Christine M. Wiseman, J.D. “We look forward to building partnerships within the Gilbert community, creating a collaborative learning environment, and working with motivated students from all walks of life.” “As we finalize our plans for the Gilbert campus, a Senateendorsed faculty task force will engage the academic and missionbased issues in order to continue guiding this development,” said Paul DeVito, Ph.D., provost of Saint Xavier University.

Doughnut shop burglar gets chump change for his troubles Palos Park police continue to investigate last week’s burglary of a Dunkin’ Donuts shop in the 11900 block of South 80th Avenue. Authorities were alerted to the crime by two men delivering doughnuts to the closed shop at 2:28 a.m. Nov. 5. The delivery men noted that only one of two locks on the shop’s back door was locked, and that once inside, they saw that the cash register and safe had been broken into. Police observed fresh pry marks on the rear door’s frame and contacted the establishment’s owner. The shop manager arrived at 3:35 a.m. and noted that only a roll of nickels (worth $2) had been stolen from the shop. Police reviewed surveillance video and determined that the break-in had occurred at 12:30 a.m. and lasted six minutes. The burglar, who appeared to be aware of surveillance cameras because he kept his head down and walked in a crouch, was described as having a thin build and wearing a black ski mask, light colored bandanna, white T-shirt, blue jeans, and dark-colored shoes with white soles. Police said the crime was similar to doughnut shop burglaries recently committed in Des Plaines, Buffalo Grove and Huntley.

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am in favor of removing one of the [hoops] to decrease competitive play. I think that’s what the issue is.” Wallace’s remarks drew applause from the approximately 20 people who attended the meeting. Commissioner Donna McCauley said she also supports removing one of the nets. Resident Paul Egan asked the board why improvements made at the park, 107th Street and Laramie Avenue, stopped short of removing the basketball hoops. He suggested converting the court into a ball hockey court, sand volleyball pit or a small field for youth soccer. “You started to modernize the park and stopped short at the basketball court,” Egan said. “The language is not suitable for any age,” added Mike Horan, who also lives near the park and believes the baskets should be removed. Pamela Mankowski said the presence of the basketball court is bad for the neighborhood. “It’s going to change Oak Lawn if something is not done,” Mankowski said. “I live in fear and

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Community Briefs Chicago Ridge Park Lawn gets grant

Park Lawn’s Chicago Ridge Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) home received a $7,000 grant from The UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS. The grant will be used toward a more functional restroom area at the residential facility for six adult women. The renovation will include all fixtures to be removed and replaced with new Koehler brand. More information about Park Lawn can be found at www.parklawn.com.

Oak Lawn Lipinski hosts job fair

U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski (D-3) will be hosting three senior fairs, a Veterans fair and a Veterans jobs fair in November and December. The senior fair will be held from 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 22 at the Operating Engineers Banquet Hall, 6240 Joliet Rd., Countryside. Other senior fairs will be held in Homer Glen and Chicago. Seniors will have the opportunity to look into Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, veterans’ benefits

and more. The Veterans Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the Johnson-Phelps VFW Post 5220, 9514 S. 52nd Ave. Veterans will receive assistance with such issues including military personnel and medical records, veterans’ claims and benefits, medals earned but not received, VA hospital billing and more. The Veterans Job Fair will be held Monday, Nov. 18 in Romeoville, where veterans seeking jobs will meet with businesses interested in hiring veterans. Attendees should bring multiple copies of their resume. For more information on any of these events, call 312-886-0481, or visit lipinski.house.gov.

Orland Park Southland hosts lectures

The Southland Community Associates of the Art Institute of Chicago invites the residents of the Southland area to a series of study group lectures. The lectures are preceded by coffee at 9:30 a.m. with the lecture beginning at 10 a.m. All lectures will be held at Freedom Hall, 410 Lakewood Blvd., Park Forest. The fee is $15 per lecture for non-members

and tickets can be purchased at the door. The group is accepting only checks, payable to the Art Institute of Chicago. For more information, call Judi Boehner at 672-5438. The lectures are: • Art and Architecture with Phyllis Kozlowski to be held Wednesday. • Nineteenth-Century French Art with Maureen Cribbs will be held Feb. 5. • Demonstration: Simple Abstract Art will bepresented by Ginny Raffery Feb. 26. • Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, a lecture by Inge Marra is coming March 5. • Three African-American Artists: Students Look at Art by Jean Bernsein, will round out the lecture series March 12.

Palos Hills Palos Township meeting rescheduled

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Palos Township Board on Wednesday, Nov. 27, has been rescheduled and will take place at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26 at Township Hall, 10802 S. Roberts Rd., Palos Hills.

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Media stampede takes journalism down slope By Tim Hadac Regional News Reporter “Think before you speak” is advice that parents have given children since time immemorial. “Think before you post” is present-day advice that moms and dads give children as they begin to use the Internet. Easy to remember and easy to follow, right? Sadly, some of our colleagues in the news business seemed to have missed that simple lesson. Case in point: last week’s mad scramble by several media organizations — including TV, radio and online — to report an allegation relating to pornography and Internet access for adults at the Orland Park Public Library. In their lust to be first, several news organizations did little more than cut and paste, so to speak, allegations by a Mokena woman and a Chicago man that library officials are failing to address the issue. What those news organizations failed to do, in their haste, is take a step back and evaluate the allegations with a healthy amount of skepticism, as news organizations are supposed to do. This newspaper was one the few news organizations that did exactly that, as we have done faithfully since our founding decades ago. Sure enough, the accusers’ allegations, when subject to a reasonable amount of analysis, began to unravel quickly. There were inconsistencies in the allegations. First, it was one man allegedly looking at adult porn on a library computer. Then it was not just porn, but child porn. Then it was not one man, but several. Then it was not just men looking at porn, but masturbating in the library at the same time. It quickly became apparent — to us at least — that the allegations were shaky at best and nonsensical at worst. We deliver news, not nonsense, so we took a pass on the allegations and treated them with the contempt of silence that they deserve. As the allegations began to fall apart, we wondered what the other news organizations would do about the egg on their faces. Several went into childlike denial and simply ran away from the story, ignoring it entirely. One or two others compounded their mistake by reporting on the unraveling and blaming the Mokena woman and Chicago man — without apologizing or admitting their own role in the mess, which is that they failed their readers by willfully functioning as little more than parrots for anyone able to write a press release, and that they gave voice to reckless charges against an important public institution in Orland Park. Well, they are who they are, and journalism like that brings them one step closer to the unemployment line and the ash heap of history. As for us, you can count on this newspaper to deliver the news in a complete and thoughtful fashion. As a weekly newspaper in a digital era, we know we usually don’t deliver the news first. So we aim to make up for it by delivering it best, with insights derived from thoughtful analysis. We trust you agree that’s important. One last thing: one of the two accusers likened the Orland Park Public Library to a red light district. Funny, we’re familiar with the library — more so than the accusers, we’ll bet — and the only light we see there is the lamp of enlightenment, as we see at all public libraries.

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Illinois helping prisoners start Obamacare enrollment By Benjamin Yount Illinois Watchdog SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — When you exit prison in Illinois you’ll get your street clothes, a notice of when to check-in with your parole officer and a pamphlet about Obamacare. The state’s prisons and county jails are taking a proactive approach to enrolling people, mostly into Medicaid, through the Affordable CareAct. They’re starting the process while prisoners are locked up. “When the person is in custody, they’re not eligible for enrollment,” McLean County Sheriff Mike Emery told Illinois Watchdog. “The stance we’re taking here in McLean County…is that we’re starting the process with inmates to get them enrolled for health care.” Emery said his staff will fill out almost all of the paperwork for Obamacare so that once someone is released they can sign a few pages and be

enrolled in Medicaid, or apply for private insurance. Most will go into Medicaid. In Illinois’ prisons, inmates who are set to be released are told they could be covered by Medicaid well before their last day. “Parole school in prisons serves as a primer on what to do upon release,” said Tom Shaer, Illinois’ prison spokesman for Illinois Department of Corrections. “IDOC informs inmates of their rights and opportunities under ACA, just as we inform them of all resources available to them in health care.” Shaer said Illinois hopes to enroll its 28,000 parolees in Obamacare. Most of them would be covered under Medicaid expansion. “There are certain portions of IDOC’s inmate population who are currently Medicaid eligible — the over 65 population and our pregnant female population,” Shaer said.

Medicaid will not pay for care for other inmates who currently serving sentences, he added. Greg Sullivan, executive director of the Illinois Sheriff’s Association, said the key is where the inmate is sleeping. “Federal rules say you cannot be on Medicaid and in jail or prison, but once you get out you are covered,” Sullivan said. That even applies to short releases. “If we take you and put you in a hospital, you’re are still covered,” he said. Sullivan said inmate health care is often the second largest cost for a county jail. Counties are seeing Obamacare as a way to shift some of those health care costs from their budgets to the federal government. “There will be some savings,” Emery said. “I don’t know if it’s going to be an immediate savings for county taxpayers.” Illinois has added 114,000 people to its Medicaid rolls

under Obamacare, while no one knows how many people have signed up for private insurance. Republican lawmakers expect to add as many as 500,000 people to Medicaid in the next year. Obamacare is set to pay for all of the costs for three years (and 90 percent after that) for newly eligible Medicaid clients, mostly the young single men who are the same young men coming out of prison or jail. Illinois spent nearly $12 billion on Medicaid last year. Republicans at the Capitol say Illinois can expect to spend $1 billion more on Medicaid next year, regardless of the extra federal cash. If the federal government pays less than 90 percent of the cost for the young men it is adding to Medicaid, Illinois’ Medicaid spending could skyrocket by more than $6 billion a year. Contact Benjamin Yount at BYount@Watchdog.org or find him on Twitter @BenYount.

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Privacy vs. First Amendment freedoms: The new conflicts By Gene Policinski

Edward Snowden about a week ago appeared to raise a Strictly speaking, privacy is “watchdog on government” not a “First Amendment” issue. defense for his disclosures of It’s not one of the five freeNSA surveillance activities doms protected by the amend— a claim long the province of ment’s 45 words, and in some journalists. In a letter given to cases it even works in opposia German lawmaker, Snowden tion to the practical application wrote that “Speaking the truth of those freedoms. is not a crime” — a twist on The legal roots of privacy in the long standing press defense the U.S. weren’t really set for to defamation: Truth is an abthe first time — except for the solute defense. Emerging drone English concept of “a man’s technology — using unmanned home is his castle” — until a aerial devices — creates a new century after the Bill of Rights debate over what’s private, was ratified in 1791, when fuwhat’s public, and what the ture U.S. Supreme Court justice public, press or government Louis D. Brandeis opined on can learn from such devices. “the right to be let alone.” Commercial use of drones is But in our lifetimes — and expected in late 2015. more since just last June — If journalists use drones privacy and its implications for to record huge swatches of First Amendment areas ranging information — say tracking the from free speech to the freepath of a fleeing bank robbers dom to assemble have taken — will the granting of governon a new urgency prompted by ment permission to use public government surveillance of the airspace lead to government World Wide Web, phone calls demands in return for the and high-tech gadgetry. “fruits” of such access, poten Beyond questions of how tially turning journalists into much does the government inadvertent police informants? know about our individual Free expression and perlives through captured e-mails, sonal privacy collide in very online search logs and records serious ways over a repellent of whom we telephoned, where tactic tagged “revenge porn,” and for how long, there’s the in which one-time lovers or exlooming impact on whether spouses retaliate against former we will feel free to speak our girlfriends or spouses who have minds even in “private” mosent them intimate and revealments, and whom will we be ing photos prior to a breakup. willing to be seen with? California is the most-recent Now-infamous whistle-blower state to tackle the issue, but it

criminalizes only images stolen from those who rightfully hold such pictures. In at least seven states, lawmakers intend to or have proposed stronger laws to make more kinds of “revenge porn” at least a misdemeanor offense. Those injured can now try to recover damages through civil lawsuits, on grounds such as intentional infliction of emotional distress — but that’s often costly and certainly can be embarrassing. It may well be possible to craft a tightly focused criminal statute to punish former suitors who misuse revealing images sent in trust. But First Amendment advocates say such laws will have to avoid unfairly restricting free expression through requirements such as strict proof of criminal intent in posting the photos, and proof of actual harm to the person depicted. Sometimes, the free expression vs. personal privacy issue even veers into the unexpected. In Massachusetts, a lawyer argued on Nov. 3 that her client, a man charged with trying to take so-called “upskirt” photos of women in 2010 in the Boston subway, was protected by the First Amendment. The lawyer argued such photos were legal if the camera did nothing more than capture “what he saw ... in plain sight.” A number of states have

enacted laws against overt attempts to take such photos. But in the Massachusetts case, the lawyer said her client “did not place his camera directly up a woman’s skirt. He saw what was in front of him.” In doing that, she raised the possibility of photographers of all kinds being subject to prosecution for taking general pictures in public places. In an era in which nearly every cell phone is also camera, that’s not an esoteric consideration. It’s worth noting that privacy and the First Amendment can go hand-in-hand, sometimes at a high constitutional level. In 1958, the U.S. Supreme Court voted 9-0 that the Alabama NAACP chapter had a right to keep private its list of members and staff in the state — foiling attempts by segregationists to identify and target its members. Perhaps the only thing clear today in these ongoing conflicts between privacy and free expression that we’re more “public” than ever — but that in dealing with negative aspects of that reality, we need always to consider the not-always-obvious impact of proposed limits on First Amendment freedoms.

Margaret Park, Orland Park “Art is my life, pretty much all my life. I’ve focused on it since I retired four years ago. I’ve been working, working, working to get something worthwhile. Just this year I’ve started marketing my artwork.”

Tim Togliatti, Coal City “Art is a way to capture a moment, or an idea, or a feeling or an expression, and share it with the world.”

Gene Policinski is chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the Institute’s First Amendment Center. He can be reached at gpolicinski@newseum.org.

�� What meaning does art have in your life? (Asked last Saturday at an art show opening at Amano Vivere Café in Orland Park.)

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Rita Murphy, Oak Lawn “Peace and happiness.”

Maureen Rendina, Lemont “Art provides a sanctuary. It’s a place I can go to see myself in relation to a deeper level. Artwork is extremely important to surround yourself with.”

Giovanna O’Malley, Palos Park “Art is a way to express emotions, good or bad. It is a form of therapy, for me at least. It is a way to educate.”

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Hot topic at St. Bernadette The preschool and kindergarten students at St. Bernadette Catholic Academy had fun learning about fire safety recently. Captain Robert Martin of the Chicago Fire Department talked to the children about being careful and safe in case of fire. Pictured in the front row are Mara Westman, Jacob Hernandez Diaz, Lucas Camacho, Brigid O’Neill, Arianna Nelson, Sophia Byrd. In the second row is Grace Fontaine, Connor Byrd, Alyssa Chavez, Robyn White, Aiden Taylor, Makenna Juarez. The third row is Jiya Turner Yamira Thomas, Gwyneth Gertonson, Lea Hill, Phoebe Mueller, Eleanor Mueller. The back row is Harlem Reed, Nicholas Harris, Martin, Aidan Bober, Jonna Lyon, Arthur Collins.

Crafts & Bazaars St. Patricia School, 9000 S. 86th Ave., Hickory Hills, is hosting its annual craft and vendor show from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. The event features dozens of crafters and vendors and such items for sale as candles, holiday decor, housewares, jewelry, and personalized items. Concessions, a bake sale, and a raffle are also part of the event. Admission is free. For more information, call (312) 804-9211 or (773) 742-0821. *** Our Lady of Loretto is looking for crafters for its annual holiday craft show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 1 at 8925 S. Kostner Ave. Rentals are $35 per table. For more information, call 708-4234206.

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Walk for Peace benefits Peace Village By Peace Village

In 1989, when Peace Village in Palos Park opened its doors to the first resident, average life expectancy was just over 71 years. Now in 2013, it is nearly 79 years of age. In keeping with an average retirement age of 65, that increase doubles the amount of time people spend enjoying their senior years. With increased interest in health Duty, and fitness, coupled with advances in medical technology, the years Honor, to enjoy life post-retirement will Country only continue to increase. The Village held its first Walk Army Pfc. Brian M. Candos, a Kenneth J. Langland for Peace on its grounds on Oct. 2005 graduate of Sandburg High Kenneth J. Langland, 63, 19. School, has graduated from basic of Oak Lawn died Sunday at Jayne Miller, Director of Fund combat training at Fort Jackson, home. Visitation was Tuesday Development at Peace Village said: Columbia, S.C. He is the son of at Colonial Chapel in Orland “Sometimes seniors live longer Cynthia Esser of Orland Park and Park and a service was held than the financial resources Daniel Candos of Oak Lawn. Dur- Wednesday at the same loca- they’ve saved for their entire ing the nine weeks of training, tion. Interment was at Chapel lives. Or, due to an unanticipated Candos studied the Army mis- Hill Gardens South. catastrophic illness or other serision, history, tradition and core Mr. Langland was survived by ous life event, it is possible that values and physical fitness. He brothers Melvin (Nancy) Lang- they can deplete the funds they received instruction and practice land and James (Ruth) Langland thought would be adequate for the in basic combat skills, military and sisters Phyllis (Richard) remainder of their lives.” weapons, chemical warfare and Kleckner and Joanne Langland. However, at Peace Village enbayonet training, drill and cer- Mr. Langland was born in Chi- suring that residents can stay in emony, marching, rifle marksman- cago and was a retired worker their homes is part of their misship, armed and unarmed combat, in the shipping and packaging sion. The Peace Village Benevolent map reading, field tactics, military department of Affiliated Steam Fund was established with the courtesy, military justice system, and Equipment. He also served goal of assisting residents who basic first aid, foot marches, and in the Army and earned a Purple have experienced medical catasfield training exercises. Heart and Bronze Star.

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trophes or, even though they’ve carefully managed their income and due to no fault of their own, find they have simply outlived their money. “This year we wanted part of our fundraising focus to be on new things we have never tried,” Miller said. “We wanted to do something that would involve our entire community of residents, staff, families of our residents and the general public, as well. Our walk made that possible — and we were happily amazed by the out-pouring of support.” Joan Dietmann was happy to offer her support — along with her whole family. “I kind of twisted their arms,” she said with a laugh. Dietmann, a Peace Village independent living resident, moved into the Village 15 months ago, but is already so committed to her new home that she convinced all of her children, who are scattered around the country. Support didn’t just come from current residents and their families. Maria Powers and Liz Pardo walked in honor of their sister Lydia Irwin, who lived at the Village for about seven years. “Lydia loved it here. Not just the other residents but also the staff and the kids in the dining room. They were

all very special to her and she was very special to them. Lydia loved crafting and made many “God Bless This Apartment” signs. When we were walking through today, we saw that many of those signs are still hanging. That is so very nice to see.” Powers and Pardo said they have “suffered Peace Village withdrawal” since Lydia’s passing, and the Walk gave them a chance to support the cause and also to visit and catch up on news. “These weren’t just Lydia’s friends. They are our friends too.” Pardo remarks, “Really, Lydia might have needed this help too. Any one of us might someday.” Walkers checking in received a wristband for lunch, a T-shirt and water bottle. Participants and all residents enjoyed ample opportunity to enjoy the sponsor booths, including free neck massages by Loreta Ternet of Alvyday Spa, gifts from the UPS Store, Chiro One Wellness Centers and more. Harvey Leffring, Peace Village CEO, opened the event with a prayer, welcomed the crowd of just over 100 all-age walkers, then thanked sponsors such as Chick-fil-A, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Remax 10 In The Park, Walgreens, Palos Health and Fitness and many more.

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Super bingo will be played at St. Patricia Parish, 9000 S. 86th Ave., Hickory Hills from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Doors will open at Orland Township Health Ser- 11 a.m. In addition to bingo, pull vices, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., will tabs and other special games will hold a holiday healthy eating pro- be offered. Tickets are available gram on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at 7 in advance for $20. They are $25 at the door. For more informap.m. Participants will learn how to tion and to reserve tickets, call combat the usual dreaded holi- the rectory at 598-5222, or Sonia day weight gain through healthy Lazaric at 945-3583. tips from registered dietitian Tina Other events include: • The St. Patricia holiday craft Musselman. Small portions of select and and vendor show being held healthy holiday treats and a drink from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 in the Parish Center. will be available for sampling. To register, call 403-4222.

Healthy holidays eating presentation at Orland Township

Admission is free. Openings for crafters and vendors are still available. For more information, call 773-712-0891, or email Elizabethszwajnos@lewis.edu. • A wine tasting that will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6. The tasting of 10 wines from the Tuscan Valley will be featured, along with a full dinner, live music and door prizes. Tickets are $35 each, including a $5 voucher toward a purchase for the holidays. There is limited seating. For more information or to reserve tickets, call the rectory at 598-5222, or email peg.lauth@comcast.net.

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Grade schools

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EPCJHS puts on a show for Veterans Superintendent Robert Machak and Principal Rita Sparks, left photo, welcomed veterans to a breakfast and band concert at their school Friday as a part of a salute to veterans. Right photo, Sue Horosinski receives flowers at the 11th Evergreen Park Central school salute to the veterans. She has helped decorate the school’s gym for the event for all 11 events.

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Red Ribbon week kicks off at Worthwoods School

Worthwoods School had an assembly to kick off Red Ribbon Week on Oct. 11. The student council decorated red ribbons around trees and made drug free posters. Each day of the week there was a different theme.

Six Worth Junior High sixth graders were chosen as the October Students of the Month as a result of exemplifying qualities needed to be successful in the subject areas of reading, social studies, language arts, science, and math. In addition, one student was selected as a result of demonstrating the most improvement in academic effort throughout the month. Pictured starting from the top left are Philip Anglin (reading), Alan Castillo (most improved), Mahammad Alassaf (science), Ryan Sada (social studies), Nancy Nguyen (language arts), and Sammy Garcia (math).

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Creators of Bess Beetles and Super Static, (standing) Noah Kohs, Emily Katalinic, fifth grade teacher Joan Boss, Camya Moser, Nathaniel Guerrero-Guzman and (kneeling) Eman Jibawi, Jennifer Soto, and Elise Regalado.

Covington takes tech awards By District 123

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How to make science sweet The second graders at St. Louis de Montfort are learning about the phases of the moon and the solar system. The students received an Oreo and licked it until all the phases of the moon were seen. The students then recorded and drew their observations. Jaiden Rodriguez and the Julia Berner are in the front of the class enjoying their experiment.

The Kid’s Doctor By Sue Hubbard, M.D. Baby bling can be a choking hazard I recently saw a TV segment on “blinging” your baby or toddler. It seems that the latest craze is decking out not only little girls, but also little boys. Being the mother of three sons, I can understand wanting to “dress up” your little boy (clothes for this group can be a bit boring), but a few of the young TV models were even wearing necklaces. Now, a boy wearing a necklace doesn’t bother me at all, but a baby or toddler with a necklace is cause for concern. This isn’t about gender, but rather safety. A necklace is a genuine choking and strangling danger for babies and young children. I realize that many parents receive necklaces for their babies

on the occasion of a baptism, and in some cultures an infant is given a necklace made of string or beads to wear soon after birth. But whenever a baby comes into my office wearing a necklace, I discuss the possibility, even if remote, of the child suffocating if the necklace got caught or twisted around the infant’s neck. There’s just no reason to even risk it! Baby bling is great if you want to dress your child in cute shirts, hats, or even trendy jeans. Go for it! But I would never put a necklace on a child. It’s akin to the adage about peanuts: When should a child be allowed to eat peanuts? When they can spell the word! We pediatricians are no longer worried about peanut allergies in young children; the choking hazard is the real concern. It’s

the same for necklaces. Let your child wear one of these when they can spell the word, or put one on when your 3-year-old plays dress up, but take it off once the play session is over. No young child should ever sleep in a necklace, or anything that has a cord. Children ages 4 and under, and especially those under the age of a year, are at the greatest risk for airway obstruction and suffocation. So, put that cute necklace back in the box for a while. You can re-gift it at a later date. Safety before bling! (Dr. Sue Hubbard is an awardwinning pediatrician, medical editor and media host. “The Kid’s Doctor” TV feature can be seen on more than 90 stations across the U.S. Submit questions at www. kidsdr.com.)

Northern Illinois University holds an annual video competition celebrating innovations in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Each year more teachers and students to participate and create videos. This year, D123 submitted over 25 videos and has been awarded Best in Show for their outstanding participation. Two groups from Covington

School took second and third place this year. The videos explaining static electricity and Bess Beetles were written and edited by the students, with filming help from Instructional Technology Coach Peggy Keiner. Bess Beetles, created by Jennifer Soto, Noah Kohs, and Elise Regalado took second place and Super Static, created by Nathaniel Guerrero-Guzman, Eman Jibawi, Emily Katalinic, and Camya Moser, took third place.

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The Evergreen Park High School Athletic Boosters are looking for vendors to participate in will their annual Let’s Recycle annual garage sale and indoor antiques market set for Saturday, Feb. 8. Tables are $25, or two for $40. Let’s Recycle will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in both gyms of the high school, 9901 S. Kedzie Ave. All are welcome to the event. There is a suggested donation of $1 per person, which includes a raffle ticket for a door prize. For more information, call Chris at 407-3189, or email Lkonley@evergreenpark.org.

more information, call 371-1111, Ext. 3871.

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Stagg high School Music Booster organization presents Art for the Season, an arts and crafts festival on from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. The two-day festival includes over 175 art, craft, and vendor booths, raffles, pancake breakfast, lunch, food sampling, pictures with Santa, and entertainment. On Saturday, the Stagg choir students will perform followed by Stagg’s jazz band. Admission is $2 for adults and children are free. Mt. Carmel Get the jump on your holiday All proceeds benefit Stagg High shopping with one-of-a-kind gifts School’s music programs. at the Jingle and Mingle Market Stagg High School is located at — a Holiday Bazaar featuring the the corner of 111th Street and finest crafts from local artisans Roberts Road in Palos Hills. and vendors. Choose from the St. Xavier University broad array of unique products, Chicago Police Superintenincluding fabulous home decora- dent Garry McCarthy cancelled tions, fashionable accessories, and his talk at the 2013 Breakfast delicious gourmet treats. Appe- with the Experts event Tuesday tizers and refreshments will be and is rescheduled to kick-off the served. 2014 Breakfast with the Experts The Market will be open on speaker and networking series on Thursday, November 21 from 6:30 Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Saint Xavip.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Mount er University. The event, jointly Carmel High School Convocation sponsored by Saint Xavier UniverCenter, located at 6410 S. Dante sity and the Beverly Area PlanAvenue, Chicago. ning Association, begins at 7:30 Admission is $5, but bring a a.m. with a networking breakfast friend and they’ll get in free. followed by the 8 a.m. keynote For more information: mcmoth- address. It will be held in the ersclub.bazaar@gmail.com Butler Reception Room, located in the Warde Academic Center Oak Lawn Oak Lawn Community High at SXU’s Chicago campus, 3700 School Media Center will host W. 103rd St. Registration is $15 its first Family Reading Night on for the public and $10 for BAPA from 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 21. The Members. Space is limited and event will be an evening book reservations are required. *** club for students, parents, staff, and the community. There will Chicago Police Superintenbe discussion and activities based dent Garry McCarthy cancelled around the popular novel “The his talk at the 2013 Breakfast Fault in Our Stars” by award- with the Experts event Tuesday winning author John Green. The and is rescheduled to kick-off the book is an insightful, ambitious, 2014 Breakfast with the Experts and heartbreaking story which speaker and networking series on explores the funny/tragic business Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Saint Xaviof being alive and in love. It’s a er University. The event, jointly rare best seller aimed at teens sponsored by Saint Xavier University and the Beverly Area Planand adults. Family Reading Night is in ning Association, begins at 7:30 conjunction with Illinois Reads, a.m. with a networking breakfast a new statewide campaign to pro- followed by the 8 a.m. keynote mote reading for all Illinois citi- address. It will be held in the zens created under the auspices Butler Reception Room, located of the Illinois Reading Council. in the Warde Academic Center Illinois Reads focuses on reading at SXU’s Chicago campus, 3700 at school, as well as at home. W. 103rd St. Registration is $15 Residents across the state from for the public and $10 for BAPA Rockford to Carbondale will be Members. Space is limited and partaking in upcoming family reservations are required. literacy nights. The culmination *** event is a statewide celebration Saint Xavier University is offerof literacy on the same evening ing new free mobile application. The SXU app makes on-theas the book club. All book club participants must go communication easier. Download now at the App Store for register at www.olchs.org. A limited number of event T- iPhones/iPads or on Google Play shirts will also be on sale that for Android devices by searching evening or beforehand for $10. for “SXU” or “Saint Xavier UniProceeds go to the Media Center versity.” activity account. Please contact The app allows users to: media specialists Eileen Jones • Find course descriptions, view at ejones@olchs.org or Jennifer your class schedule, and check Sidlow at jsidlow@olchs.org for grades. • Keep up with SXU news and more information. information with easy access to MySXU, SXNews, the Xavierite, Palos Heights The Alan B. Shepard High and WXAV 88.3FM. School Fall Arts, Crafts and Ven- • Browse events happening on dor Bazaarwill be held from 9 campus, such as sporting events, a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 information sessions, and campus in the gym, 13049 S. Ridgeland traditions. Ave., Palos Heights. The entrance • Locate buildings on campus is at door number 12 at the back and get directions with the easyof the building. Admission is $2 to-use maps. per person, but parking is free. • Search for faculty and staff Sponsoring the event are the in the campus directory, and tap Athletic Boosters and it features to call or email. more than 150 crafters. Conces- • See library hours, check book sions are available all day. For availability, email articles, and

even reserve study rooms. • Join the campus conversation through all of SXU’s social media pages, including Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube. • Check out upcoming alumni events and opportunities to donate to SXU. • Learn more about how prospective students can apply to SXU. *** Saint Xavier University’s School of Nursing will launch of its new 15-month Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Option. Starting in May 2014, the ABSN will allow students with baccalaureate degrees to move through the pre-licensure program in a reduced time-frame. Students will begin nursing coursework each May and complete the fulltime program in 15 months. Pre-requisite courses, if needed, may be completed in advance at SXU prior to the May start. Qualified applicants for the A-BSN option must possess an earned baccalaureate degree from a nationally accredited institution of higher learning with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, which includes all pre-requisite coursework. More information about the Accelerated BSN program is available by visiting www.sxu.edu, keyword: nursing could not get this to work. For more information about the nursing program or to schedule a visit, please contact the Office of Admission at 800-4629288 or admission@sxu.edu.

CLampus eaders Matthew Mandernach accepted to Culver-Stockton College. Chicago Ridge resident Matthew Mandernach, a senior at Brother Rice High School, has been accepted to Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Mo. for enrollment in the fall 2014 semester. Along with acceptance to the college, Mandernach has earned the Hilltop Scholarship, a four-year award. His anticipated major is nursing. By attending Culver-Stockton, Mandernach will be able to participate in research, professional experiences, leadership opportunities, service learning, simulations, creative expression and travel studies. *** WIU Students Initiated Into Gold Key Society. Oak Lawn resident Kyle Corbett, a senior at Western Illinois University, is one of nearly 100 students inducted into the WIU chapter of the Golden Key International Honor Society last Sunday at the school, located in Macomb. Corbett is majoring in law enforcement and justice administration. The Golden Key International Honor Society was founded in November 1977, and is an academic honor society that recognizes and encourages scholastic achievement and excellence among college and university students from all academic disciplines. Students at the sophomore, junior, senior and graduate level whose academic records place them among the top 15 percent of their respective classes are invited to join the society.

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Shepard High School speech team members got bit silly after winning first place at the very difficult Downers Grove North Mixer, a tournament the team had never won previously.

Astros get a little goofy after Mixer win Downers Grove South, Hinsdale OD; Mike Reddy, Radio; Central, Thornton, and many oth- Third — Mariana Reyes, DI; The varsity speech team from ers. Medal winners for Shepard Fourth — Bridget Curry, INF; Antonio Martinez and Enrique Shepard High School opened its included: 2013-2014 competitive season in Champion — KimmyRinck, Montoya, DDA; Enrique Montoya with a pair of tournament cham- Prose Reading; Lindsie Bliss, and Nick Martinez, HAD; Tyler Informative Speaking; Doidge, OC; and, pionships. The Astros took first place at Second — Leeana Skuby, Im- Sixth — Jada Scott, DI; Mariana the Huntley Fall Fest then won promptu Speaking; Lindsie Bliss, Reyes, Poetry. the championship at the Downers Grove North Mixer, one of the state’s toughest regular season tournaments. Shepard had never won this tournament before. By District 218 gina, a trombone player, needed to After the DG meet, the group audition to earn their invitations. blew off a little emotional steam Senior Madeline Doon and The festival invites “talented with a silly posed photo. junior Roxanne Segina from high school students from across At the Huntley tournament, Richards High School recently the state to participate. The day Shepard delivered a dominant won selection to participate in will include rehearsals, private performance with champions in the Eastern Illinois University lessons, and opportunities to six of the 14 categories. Music Department Jazz Combo play and perform with other Medal winners were: Honor Day. participants,” according to the Champion — Enrique Montoya, Doon, who plays piano, and Se- university. Original Oratory; Jonathan Randich and Liam McCool, Humorous Duet Acting; Lindsie Bliss, Oratorical Declamation; Mariana Reyes, Poetry Reading; Shana Woodland, Prose Reading; Riley McDermott and Tyler Doidge, Dramatic Duet Acting; Second — Kimmy Rinck, Prose Reading; Mike Reddy, Radio Speaking; Nick Martinez, Humorous Interpretation; Tasha Wierzal, Special Occasion Speaking; Tyler Doidge, Original Comedy; Third — Jada Scott, Dramatic Interpretation; Leeana Skuby, Extemporaneous Speaking; Lindsie Bliss, Informative Speaking (INF); Riley McDermott and Tasha Wierzal, Humorous Duet Acting; Tasha Wierzal, Impromptu Speaking; Fourth — Antonio Martinez and Enrique Montoya, Dramatic Duet Acting; Enrique Montoya and Nick Martinez, Humorous Duet Acting; Leeana Skuby, Impromptu Speaking; Fifth — Bridget Curry, Informative Speaking; Eva Adomaityte, Poetry Reading; Mariana Reyes, Dramatic Interpretation; Riley McDermott, Oratorical Declamation; Sixth — David Donnick, Original Comedy; Jonathan Randich and Mike Reddy, Dramatic Duet Acting; and, Kim Kosman, Oratorical Declamation. Submitted Photo Shepard bested many of the best programs in Illinois at the Down- Richards High School students Madeline Doon (left) and Roxanne ers Grove North Mixer: Richards, Segina were selected to participate in the Eastern Illinois University Sandburg, Downers Grove North, Music Department Jazz Combo Honor Day. By District 218

Richards jazzes up EIU festival

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Back to Normal Fans rejoice as Mother McAuley’s volleyball team won sectional title against Sandburg on Thursday in Orland Park and a supersectional crown on Saturday. The Mighty Macs, who finished third in the state in Class 4A last year, face New Trier at 9 p.m. Friday in the state semifinals at Redbird Arena in Normal. For more volleyball news and photos, see sports.

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community calendar / Features

hat’s W Going On Get Cooked combines art and cooking An afternoon of free art activities for all ages on the theme of cooking, food and entertaining, will be offered from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago. Get Cooked will feature demonstrations by Chef Kate Bradley of Evergreen Park, The Harvest Room restaurant in Palos Heights, cookie decorating artist Mindy Day, and The Blossom Boys florists in Chicago. Children will be invited to work on art projects, using food and the inspiration of fall and Thanksgiving for their creations. Teens will be given “food for thought” in the form of prompts for an improve comedy workshop. Stories, songs and other activities will round out the afternoon. A free cookbook filled with recipes from BAC staff, instructors, leaders and friends will be available at the event. The program is a part of Get In, Get Art started in September and will continue through August. Upcoming Get In, Get Art programs include: • Get Mixin’, from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1, featuring the art of entertaining; • Get Fixin’, from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12, featuring a workshop using broken items individuals just can’t throw away to repurpose as art. The Beverly Arts Center provides a full schedule of all-ages, multi-discipline visual and performing art classes, as well as concerts, exhibits, movies, plays and events. For more information, call 773-445-3838.

Focus on Seniors Legal clinic at PLOWS

PLOWS will host the next monthly legal clinic presented by the Center for Disability and Elder Law (CDEL). Low-income senior citizens may receive free assistance with a variety of legal matters including powers of attorney, wills, landlord/tenant issues, collections and consumer fraud. Appointments are necessary and may be made by contacting CDEL at 312-376-1880, Ext. 22.

Double Nickel

The Double Nickel Plus Chorus meets at the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen Park, every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in Room 111. Newcomers are welcome. For more information call 422-8776.

Meals on Wheels

The Evergreen Park Office of Citizens’ Services offers a Meals on Wheels program for village residents 60 years and older who are unable to prepare their own meals. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. For more information call 422-8776.

55 and Up

Palos Hills residents 55 years and older meet from noon to 2 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at the Palos Hills Community Center, 8455 W. 103rd St. Tickets for events must be purchased one week in advance. Entertainment includes musicians, singers, luncheons, movies, plays and bingo.

Pinochle

The Worth Senior Pinochle club is seeking new members. Membership is free. Visit the group at the Worth Park District Terrace Centre, 11500 Beloit Ave., every Monday and Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Games begin at noon. Call 448-1181 for information.

Park Clips Chicago Ridge

The Chicago Ridge Park District is taking team registration for 4th through 8th grade boys basketball and girls volleyball leagues. For registration information, please call 708-423-3959 or visit our website www.chicagoridgeparks.com.

Hickory Hills

Open basketball for 5th through 12th grade boys and girls is available on Fridays through Dec. 20. The 5th through 8th graders attend from 4 to 6:15 p.m. The 9th through 12th graders attend from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Krueger Park Rec. Center, 9100 S. 88th Ave. The fee is $3 to $5 each session. *** The Hickory Hills Park District has openings in its preschool classes. Five-day class is $1,540, three-day class (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) is $860, and two-day class (Tuesday and Thursday) is $695. Classes run through May 2014. Class times are 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 to 3:15 (Continued on page 12)

Library Notes Chicago Ridge

The Chicago Ridge Library is at 10400 Oxford Ave. The phone number is 423-7753. *** Like hundreds of its counterparts across the country, Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 Oxford Ave., will observe International Games Day @ Your Library from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The library will offer a variety of video games, board games, extra large board games, cup stacking and more activities. For more information, call 423-7753. International Games Day @ Your Library is a national initiative supported by the American Library Association. *** Local author Nikki Young will discuss her book, A Life More Complete, at 7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18 at the Chicago Ridge Public Library. Young, will present her book about an overworked, obsessive-compulsive publicist trying to outrun her past, but a teenage starlet, college boyfriend, and estranged family members aren’t exactly helping the cause. Books will be for sale. Patrons can learn how Young wrote her book, avoided traditional publishers in order to self-publish, and what’s next on her writing horizon. For more information call 423-7753, or visit chicagoridge.lib.il.us.

Evergreen Park

The Evergreen Park Public Library is at 9400 S. Troy Ave. The phone number is 422-8522. *** Lego® Club for children in grades 5 and younger will meet at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 at the Evergreen Park Public Library. The library will pick the theme and participants will create with the library’s Legos®. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** The Evergreen Park Public Library invites children ages 3 to 5 Preschool Story Time at various times Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays through Thursday, Dec. 19. The class features children learning with books, songs and activities as they build their early literacy skills. Registration required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Toddlers, ages 18 to 35 months, and their favorite adults are welcome to Toddler Time at various times Tuesdays or Wednesdays through Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the Evergreen Park Public Library. Toddler Time is interactive story time. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library hosts its monthly program “Stampin’ Up Cards” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3. Adults and teens are invited to learn how to use decorative rubber stamps and accessories to make personal greeting cards. Registration and a $5 materials’ fee are required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library offers CrochetClub — Learn to Crochet for adults and teens from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 10. Attendees are asked to bring a size H-8 or I-9 crochet hook and will learn the basic stitches to create a scarf. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Teen Volunteer orientation will take place at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20 at the Evergreen Park Public Library. Teens entering grades six through 12 can earn community service hours helping with library activities. Teens must live or attend school in Evergreen Park. Attending a one-time orientation session is mandatory before completing community service at the library. For more information, call 422-8522, or email volunteer@evergreenparklibrary.org. *** The Monarch Club for children in kindergarten through third grade will meet at the Evergreen Park Public Library at 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays through December 18. Participants will listen to Illinois children’s choice book award nominations, create crafts and play games. Registration is required. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Adults are invited to the Evergreen Park Public Library at 10:30 a.m. today, Thursday to watch 42 on our big screen. Movie-goers are asked to bring their own snacks. Coffee is provided. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklib.org. *** Yoga for children in grades 3 through 5 will be offered at 4 p.m. Thursdays through Dec. 19 at the

Evergreen Park Public Library. Certified instructor Joan Zigulich will teach participants to exercise, relax, focus, and strengthen their mind and body through postures, breathing exercises and relaxation. Children should wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel. Registration is required. For more information, call (708) 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library invites students in grades 3 through 5 to join the STEM Club on at 4 p.m. today, Thursday. Participants will conduct hands-on activities that feature science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics with an instructor from the Multidisciplinary Education for the Environment. Registration is required. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** The Evergreen Park Public Library, along with the Garden Club of Evergreen Park, will host a presentation and book signing for author Amanda Thomsen at 6:30 p.m. today, Thursday. Thomsen shares her story in “Kiss My Aster: A Graphic Guide to Creating a Fantastic Yard Totally Tailored to You,” an interactive guide to designing an outdoor space that is what readers want. Thomsen lays out the many options for home landscaping and invites readers to make the choices. Copies of her book will be available for purchase for $14 and signing after the presentation. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Babies, age birth through 17 months, with their favorite adult, are invited to enjoy songs, action rhymes, and stories, during the Baby Bookworms. The sessions will be held from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Thursdays or Fridays through Dec. 20 at the Evergreen Park Public Library. Registration is required. For more information, call 422-8522 or visit, evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Students in grades 6 through 12, are invited to the Evergreen Park Public Library at 4 p.m. Wednesday to discuss Sent by Margaret Peterson Haddix. Books are available at the circulation desk prior to the discussion. Registration for the event ends at 9 p.m. Tuesday. For more information and to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library will host a culinary program for adults at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov.14. Chef Kate teaches participants how to prepare slowsimmered recipes. Samples to taste and copies of her recipes are provided. Registration and a $3 tasting fee are required. The class is limited to 60 participants. Registration is required. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Members of the community are invited to visit the Evergreen Park Public Library in November and December as it showcases a variety of artwork from Evergreen Park High School students enrolled in studio photography, beginning art, introduction to art, and ceramics/ sculpture/jewelry design. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Students in second and third grades are invited to a meeting of the Second and Third Grade Book Club at 3:30 p.m. Friday, at the Evergreen Park Public Library. Participants will read Lizards by Nic Bishop. The book club meeting includes a discussion of the book with other children. Copies of the book selection are available at the Circulation desk. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library will offer a drop-in Thanksgiving craft for students in grades 5 and under anytime between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday. No registration is needed. Crafts will be made in the Children’s department. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library hosts the monthly meeting of Weekend Quilters from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. The Weekend Quilters will be working on a Debbie Mumm quilted garden. Those wanting to make the quilt will need to purchase the book with the pattern. This is a demonstration class led by Penny Nichols; no sewing machine required. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library offers a Pokemon Club for children in grades 1 through 5 at 2 p.m. Sunday. Participants are asked to bring their Nintendo DS, games, and trading cards to the

meeting. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522. *** This November commemorates the 50th anniversary of the assassination of JFK. On Tuesday, Historian Jim Gibbons will relook at this time in our nation’s history at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19. He discusses The Kennedy

ferent paper patterns, assorted tiny ornaments, and a tree topper. Registration and a $3 material fee are required. There is a limit of 12 participants. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Individuals wanting a break from Thanksgiving preparation are invited to come to the Evergreen Park Public Library at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 to play board games. Participants can play one of the library’s games, or bring one of their own to share. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org.

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Assassination. Registration is necessary. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** The Evergreen Park Public Library invites teens are invited to sort through a variety of items that represent Steampunk and combine them in artful ways to create different pieces of Steampunk jewelry. This class will be held Saturday, Nov. 20 All materials will be provided. For more information, call (708) 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** The Evergreen Park Public Library invites adults to the Kindred Spirits book discussion of The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20. Copies of the book, including large print when available, can be checked out at the circulation desk one month prior to the discussion. For more information, call (708) 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library offers a culinary program for students in grades 6 through 12 at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. Chef Kate Bradley will teach teens how to make traditional Native American dishes. Copies

of her recipes will be provided as well as samples to taste. Registration is required. For more information call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Students in grades 4 and 5 are invited to a meeting of the Fourth and Fifth Grade Book Club on at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22 at the Evergreen Park Public Library. Participants will read Small Steps: The Year I Got Polio by Peg Kehret. The book club meeting includes a discussion of the book with other children. Copies of the book selection will be available at the Circulation desk. Registration is required. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Children in grades 5 and under are invited to give thanks with storyteller Oba William King during an afternoon of drumming, dancing, and storytelling. King will visit the Evergreen Park Public Library at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** On Tuesday, November 26 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. A teen yoga class will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26 at the Evergreen Park Public Library. Students in grades 6 through 12 will learn about yoga as instructor Joan Zigulich leads the teens through different asanas. Registration and a release form are required for participation. For more information, call 422-8522, or visit evergreenparklibrary.org. *** Evergreen Park Public Library will offer a Christmas tree craft as part of the Clever Crafters series for adults at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26. Resident crafter Kris Morgan, will teach participants how to create a tree using dif-

The Green Hills Public Library is at 8611 W. 103rd St. in Palos Hills. The phone number is 598-8446. *** The library is hosting a number of events during November. For more information, call 708-5988446, or visit www.greenhills.lib. il.us. The library will be closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 28. The library also will be extending it’s Friday hours beginning Friday, Dec. 6 when it begins hosting special events on select Friday evenings. *** The holidays are nearing and the library, is getting into the spirit of the season. Chef Kate Bradley demonstrates how to make holiday appetizers such as artichoke bread, crab salad tea sandwiches, stuffed dates wrapped in bacon, white chocolate brie cups, and white wine cheese balls. Samples will be provided to participants. Registration is required and limited to 60. Classes will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, and Tuesday, Nov. 26. *** Those interested in Internet Basics will learn how to operate various search engines, and social media sites and bookmark their favorites. The class, for residents

only, is limited to four and registration is required. It will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Registration is required and limited to four per class. Laptops will be provided. *** The library is promoting family time with Family Bingo and Family Movie Time. Bingo will be played starting at 6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21. Registration is required and limited to 40. Prizes will be awarded to winners and trivia games will be played between rounds. During Family Movie Time, “Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days” will be shown at 4

p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. Each person receives popcorn and lemonade. Registration is required. *** Holiday Portraits will be snapped during 20-minute time increments from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 on a first-come, first-served basis. The sittings will be held in the library reading room and a professional digital image for holiday cards will be given out. If a pet completes the photo, they will be allowed in between 9 a.m. and noon. There is a nonrefundable $20 sitting fee due at registration, which may be paid via cash or check. Those getting a holiday portrait are asked to bring a 1gigabyte (minimum) flash drive. Proceeds from the event will benefit Friends of the Green Hills Library. *** *** Oak Lawn The Oak Lawn Library is at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. The phone number is 422-4990. *** The Oak Lawn Public Library teen program “Book Assassins” will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, at the library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Participants are asked to sign up for the game and receive their targets by 7 p.m. Contestants have from 7 to 8:30 p.m. to eliminate their targets by stealing light sabers and claiming others’ targets. The last assassin left standing, or the assassin with the most light sabers, wins the game. Snacks and drinks will be available for eliminated members in the safe zone. For more information, call 422-4990, or visit oaibrary.org. *** Chicago historian and tour guide Michael Corcoran will present his newest lecture “Hollywood on Lake Michigan Live!” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 at the Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. This lecture is a companion to Hollywood on Lake Michigan, 2nd Edition. The presentation will include a brief overview of Chicago’s role in the early history of film and stories about famous Chicago films. For more information, call 422-4990, or visit oaklawnlibrary.org. *** The Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave., will present two programs for the 50th Anniversary of former president John F. Kennedy’s assassination. The first program being held is Pierre Salinger & the 1,000 Days of Kennedy’s Camelot at 7 p.m. Monday. This story will be told through the eyes of one of John F. Kennedy’s most trusted insiders, his White House Press Secretary Pierre Salinger, played by living historian Terry Lynch of HFK Presents. Learn about Salinger’s perspective on some of the most dangerous times of our country’s history. Another perspective will be seen through the former president’s wife, Jacqueline Kennedy at 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22. 1964 and the former first lady, besieged by paparazzi, is struggling to cope. Historian Leslie Goddard returns to portray the private woman behind the public myth with stories from Kennedy’s life, her fight for privacy, work to restore the White House and attempts to showcase the arts. For more information, call 4224990, or visit oaklawnlibrary.org. *** Creating a Thanksgiving craft for the holiday table is on tap from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at the Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Crafts will take approximately 20 minutes to complete and registration is not required for this event. All ages are welcome. For more information call 422-4990, or visit oaklawnlibrary.org. ***

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Short-term vs. long-term investments: What’s the difference? At various times, many people may feel frustrated by the performance of their investments. For example, they expect growth, and they don’t get it — or they think the value of their investment won’t fluctuate much, but it does. However, some of this frustration might be alleviated if investors were more familiar with the nature of their investment vehicles. Specifically, it’s important to keep in mind the difference between long-term and short-term investments. What defines long-term and short-term investments? Longterm investments are those vehicles that you intend to hold for more than one year — in fact, you generally intend to hold them for several years. On the other hand, you usually hold short-term investments for one year or less. You can find several key distinctions between short-term and long-term vehicles. Here are a few to consider: • They carry different expectations. When you purchase an investment that you intend to keep for many years, you may be expecting the investment to increase in value so that you can eventually sell it for a profit. In addition, you may be looking for the investment to provide income. When you purchase a short-term vehicle, you are generally not expecting much in the way of a return or an increase in value. Typically, you

purchase short-term investments for the relatively greater degree of principal protection they are designed to provide. • They meet different needs at different times of life. You will have different investment needs at different times of your life. When you’re young, and just starting out in your career, you may require a mix of long- and short-term investments. You might need the short-term ones to help pay for a down payment on a home, while the long-term ones could be used to help build resources for your retirement. But later in life, when you’re either closing in on retirement, or you’re already retired, you may have much less need for long-term vehicles, with a corresponding increase in your need for short-term investments. • They can satisfy different goals. If you purchase investments that you intend to hold for the long term, you probably have a

long-term goal in mind — such as building resources to help pay for a comfortable retirement or leaving a legacy. On the other hand, a short-term investment would be more appropriate if you know that you will need a certain amount of money at a certain time — perhaps to purchase a car or to fund a vacation. • They carry different risks. All investments carry some type of risk. One of the biggest risks associated with long-term investments is volatility, the fluctuations in the financial markets that can cause investments to lose value. On the other hand, short-term investment vehicles may be subject to purchasing power risk — the risk that your investment’s return will not keep up with inflation. As an investor, you’ll probably need a mix of long-term and shortterm vehicles. By knowing the differences between these two categories, you should have a good idea of what to expect from your investments — and this knowledge can help you make those choices that are right for you. Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, Submitted Photo 974-1965. Edward Jones does not Richard Facko opened a dentistry in Palos Heights after spending time practicing in the western provide legal advice. This article suburbs. was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.

Apple to make iPhone repairs in stores Apple is gearing up to soon begin hardware repairs for the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c in its chain of retail stores, according to sources with knowledge of the upcoming initiative. These sources say that Apple Stores will be able to replace several parts of the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c on-site, meaning that Apple will no-longer need to fully replace iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c units with damage or other problems… The sources say that Apple will be providing its stores with special machinery to replace the touchscreens on both the iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c. These machines will be used specifically to calibrate the displays. The screen replacements cost $149 for each device, and this price point is significantly more affordable than the severalhundred dollars required to completely replace a device with a damaged/cracked screen. In addition to displays, Apple will have the capability to replace the volume buttons, vibrating

button will cost $29. The screen replacements inside Apple Stores typically take approximately one hour (sometimes around 30 minutes), but that amount time may be considered short in comparison to By Mark Gurman the amount of time required for 9 to 5 Mac syncing, backing up, and replacing content on a brand-new replacement iPhone. motor, rear-camera, and speaker Apple began conducting insystem on the iPhone 5s and store display replacements and iPhone 5c. Apple Stores will be repairs with the iPhone 5 earable to replace the conventional lier this year. Besides the facHome button on the iPhone 5c, tor of saving customers time but it does not appear that Apple and money, this process saves will be able to conduct swaps for Apple the money required for the Touch ID-based button on the producing replacement iPhones iPhone 5s. and handling the entire replace If a customer’s iPhone 5s or ment process. iPhone 5c is under an AppleCare Sources say that the replacewarranty, part replacements due ment parts, new iPhone screen to defects will be free of charge. If calibration machines, and training the iPhone is not under warranty, manuals for conducing these rethere will be fees for individual pairs have begun arriving at some part replacements. For example, Apple Stores, so it seems likely a battery replacement will cost that Apple will boot up the new $79, and a new iPhone 5c Home in-store repair program.

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Profits & sense All Standard Bank full service branches will host a Customer Appreciation Day Friday. Standard Bank will give out treats and free giveaways while supplies last. Standard Bank invites all community members to come share in the celebration. For more information about this event visit our website at standardbanks.com. *** Marquette Bank, invites customers and neighbors to participate in its 7th annual Adopt-aSoldier program, which sends care packages to U.S. soldiers serving overseas. Through Saturday, employees, customers and neighbors have the opportunity to donate items and to nominate Chicago area soldiers to receive

the care packages. You can fill out a form at any Marquette Bank location to nominate a soldier to receive a care package. Collection bins are also available and requested donation items are listed below by category. Food/Beverage • Bumble Bee tuna kits; canned fruit (single serving); cereal/granola/power bars; hot chocolate packets; microwavable mac & cheese and popcorn; Mi0 or Crystal Light drink mix; nuts (small bags); oatmeal (individual packets); Slim Jim beef jerky; snacks (individually wrapped); and soup (single serving). Drugstore • Anti-itch/antibiotic creams; disposable razors; nasal spray;

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“Pediatric dentists are specially trained to work with children of all abilities,” he said. “While we tend to treat many of the children with special needs and complex medical problems, we also offer a prevention-oriented approach to oral health for healthy kids.” Facko provides some thoughts on what sets his practice apart. “We really focus on starting early,” he said. “Children should first see a dentist by their first birthday. This is a more recent trend, as the previous guidelines were three years old. But, we see many three-year-olds with extensive dental needs. The hope is that by starting very early we can help establish healthy habits that will get kids to three years old and well beyond without any dental problems.” Facko grew up in Palos Heights, attended School District 128, followed by Marist High School, where he played hockey and was involved with the band. Facko went to Indiana University in Bloomington, and then attended the University of Illinois at Chicago for his dental training. Following dental school, he completed

a two-year residency program at UIC, during which time he also completed a Master’s in Oral Sciences. He worked for ten years at Richard’s Bicycles from high school through dental school. He is a husband and father of two children, Lexie (2) and Rich (1), and still lives in Palos Heights. To make an appointment, parents can call 708-263-6708 or visit www.palospediatricdentistry.com to fill out an appointment request.

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I thought I was in bad shape. However, I got what I was looking for on the flop, so I flat-called his bet. The turn was a 3, and Farber moved all in for 8.76 million. I decided to fold. Judging from his previous play and the way he played this hand, Farber was representing A-A or A-K, and in my mind I couldn’t beat any hand, because he was value-betting the whole way. I discussed the hand later with J.C. Tran (another November Nine qualifier), and he felt I should have reraised Farber after his bet on the flop. I was in position, but I was playing a huge pot and didn’t know what I needed. The only hand I could have beaten was a bluff, and in my opinion he wasn’t bluffing. If I had to put him on a hand, I would have put him on A-K or 10-10. The lesson to be learned from this hand is that in the late stages of a tournament, you don’t want to be stuck playing a huge pot with a hand that can be easily dominated. Luckily, I was able to walk away from it, but it could have ended badly for me. So many of the choices we make in tournaments need to be carefully weighed, especially when you’re deep in a big tournament and one decision can make all the

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Long-time Palos Heights resident, Richard N Facko opened the Palos Pediatric Dentistry, PC located at 12800 S. Ridgeland Ave., Suite H, in Palos Heights. “Palos Heights is my home town, and I’m thrilled to be back home after practicing in the west suburbs,” said Facko. “The people of the Southwest suburbs have made me who I am today, and I’m proud to be able to give back to my own community. I think there is a lot of great opportunity for small business in Palos Heights. We have some of the best schools around, and that will always attract growing families to the area.” By opening a new office location in Palos Heights, several jobs will be created in the area. Interested local residents are encouraged to visit www.palospediatricdentistry. com for information about Facko’s practice and about possibly employment opportunities. eye drops; and Tums/Rolaids. A new pediatric dental office Miscellaneous •Batteries (AA or AAA); Christ- will also provide specialized care mas cards/letters; crossword for the children in Palos and the puzzle books; iTunes gift cards; surrounding communities. mechanical pencils; new DVDs or CDs; playing cards; and socks. SUDOKU Solution In the past, local classrooms along with Girl and Boy Scout troops have made cards and wrote letters of gratitude to soldiers. The Adopt-a-Soldier program is part of the Marquette Neighborhood Commitment, where each quarter the bank focuses on a different area of need — shelter, hunger, education and health/wellness. For more information about Marquette Bank and the Adopt-a-Soldier program, call 1-888-254-9500 or visit www.emarquettebank.com.

Talkin Poker Don’t get stuck in a tough spot This week I will be sitting on the big stage, playing at the final table of the World Series of Poker Main Event in front of millions of people. What a ride this has been! As I reflect on my play over the days leading up to making the November Nine, I remember one hand in particular that could have ended very differently for me. This is a hand that could have cost me a lot of chips if I’d played it another way. I’m still uncertain whether I made a sensible fold. Blinds were 100,000-200,000 with an ante of 30,000. Jay Farber, who will also be at the final table with me, raised in second position to 420,000. I was directly to his left and looked down at A-Q. I reraised him to 920,000. I could have just flat-called him and played a smaller pot, but I decided to take control of the hand and possibly take down the pot. The action folded back to Farber, and he four-bet to 1.72 million. I decided to call his raise in position to see if he would give up on the turn. The flop fell Ad 5d 10c. Farber led out with 2.35 million. After Farber’s raise preflop,

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difference. These past few months have been some of the best months of my life. I left Las Vegas in July after making the final table and took a vacation with a bit of poker mixed in. I traveled to Florida for the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open, then flew to Barcelona for a European Poker Tour event. From Barcelona I went to Ibiza for a weekend, then rented a car and drove to Figueres for a day, then to Nice for a few more days. I also spent time in Monte Carlo, Florence, Regensburg, Kiev, Cyprus and Marbella. I went back to work at the poker tables in Marrakech for the World Poker Tour, spent a night in Casablanca, then played tournaments in London and Paris. Taking some time off did me a world of good, and I feel like I’m in prime playing condition for the final table. I want to thank everyone for their support the past few months. I’ll see you on the felt! (Mark Newhouse is a professional poker player living in Los Angeles and playing poker at the Commerce Casino. He is part of the 2013 World Series of Poker Main Event “November Nine” and will be playing for $8.5 million at the final table on Nov. 4-5.)

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The miseducation of a malnourished culture Among the keys to maintaining good health are being properly nourished and effectively eliminating waste from the body. The best way to accomplish both of these is to eat simple, natural foods; in other words, the ones our creator put here to provide us sustenance. Fruits and vegetables should make up the vast majority of the human diet. This misleading idea that we need meat for protein and iron is a myth propagated by people who know little about nutrition or have a vested interest in selling meat. A person can get all the necessary protein from beans, lentils and legumes without ever consuming a scrap of meat. But back to my point, fruits and vegetables — the more raw the better, as long as your digestive system can handle the rawness — provide a plethora of vitamins and minerals as well as the fiber one needs to move waste through and out of the bowels. Chew your food slowly to properly mash it and prepare it for digestion. The better it is chewed the easier it will be for the sponge-like stomach and intestines to digest, the better the nutrients will be able to be absorbed, and the better your

bowels will be cleansed as it works its way through. When one swallows clumps of food, especially meat, which can’t be chewed to a puree like fruits and vegetables — and is difficult to digest in the first place because our stomachs don’t contain a carnivore’s acids and enzymes — the stomach must overwork to digest it and push it on to the intestines. It may take a day or more to move through the bowels, all the while forming toxic acids, gas and foul odors. Meat has little value as food and sits in the gut fermenting and putrefying, and constipating and poisoning the body. Another misconception is that missing meals will adversely affect your health, when actually it is eating too much that is bad for you. Yes, we must eat to survive, but overeating is far worse than missing a meal and is an epidemic in this country. Man is the only animal that eats when he is not hungry, for the simple pleasure of eating. Eating is supposed to be pleasurable because it is engrained in our DNA to ensure we will continue to seek food and continue to proliferate as a species — the same reason sex is

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pleasurable — but when you are eating just because it tastes and feels good, you have a real problem. Millions of people have died from overeating or the harmful affects of chronic overeating. When you eat too much the body can’t process it all, so it is passed into the bowels pretty much as it came in and sits there rotting, stinking you up on the inside and becoming a breeding ground for bacteria and disease. Everyone is guilty of this. We fail to see destructive foods and destructive eating habits for what they are because we live in a culture that embraces and encourages these behaviors. Consuming hot dogs, pizza, soda pop and candy are seen as normal and “fun” in our society, and we pass this miseducation on to our children and poison them as

well, polluting their bloodstreams with sugar, fat and additives and preservatives never meant for human consumption. And we are appalled at the rates of diabetes, cancer and heart disease in our country. We need only to look at our self-destructive nature for why these diseases are so prevalent. Poor eating habits should not be a way of life. What we rationalize as part of our culture is really nothing more than an excuse to not care about our health and continue eating for the sheer pleasure it provides us. If you truly want to live a happy, healthy life, change the way you eat and, even more importantly, change the way your children eat. Anthony Scarano is not a doctor. He is an Evergreen Park resident, winemaker and certified naturopath. Suggestions in this space are solely the opinions of Mr. Scarano based on years of independent study and personal experience, and may not be beneficial to health. Wine should be consumed in moderation, as overindulgence may be harmful to health.

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Whatizit? Boy, oh, boy, you guys just couldn’t wait to guess last week’s photo of a mailbox. We had people e-mailing us morning, noon and night. We had someone e-mail us at 3:40 a.m. and another at 4:27 a.m. Well, while you guys were awake and ready to knock our socks off, we were dreaming of a really hard one for this week and by golly, we may have done it. The clue is that this may get you off your high horse. As for those who delivered with the mailbox guesses? We had Ludig Soder of Palos Heights provide a little historical insight and wisdom. “The original mailbox was called a snorkel box because of its looks,” he wrote. “The design of the box…is identical to the original box made in 1942 by a sheet metalist who worked in the mailbox repair section of the main post office in downtown Chicago. I happened to be present at the rough drawings made before the construction of the box. I should know because it was my father who designed and built this mailbox.” Others in a long list of those who didn’t just mail it in included Hickory Hills’ Bella Freundt, Jack and Griffin Faddis, Robert Beegle, Ken Osborne and Beverly Yazumbek plusOak Lawn’s Steve Schneider (a retired postmaster of Moraine Valley), Steve Rosenbaum and Jane Foley. More people who went postal on the guesses included Chicago Ridge’s Dana Oswald, Chris Towner, Rick Towner, Patty Vandenberg, Shirley Ivers and Dan Higgins and Evergreen Park’s Jan Merchantz, Amanda Callas, Henrietta Mysliwiec, Kelly Fitzpatrick and Vince Vizza. Others who were not boxed in were Palos Hills’ Dennis Meyer, Palos Heights’ Ann Engelmann, Bill Bulthuis, Gina and Maria Musso, Worth’s Ken Bulthuis, Theresa and George Rebersky, Deb Skopec, German Cordova, Celeste Cameron, Robert Solner and Jerry and Carol Janicki and Jim Cap from parts unknown, although we suspect he is a Regional reader. We also had a successful guess from outside the area as Willow Springs Harrison Debre got it right. Send in this week’s guess by Monday night to thereporter@ comcast.net and put Whatizit? in the headline.

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As families scramble to meet deadlines for early college applications, the cost of education is hitting home in a big way. Although the College Board recently reported that the rate of tuition increases at U.S. colleges and universities has slowed down in recent years, it’s still a huge burden for American families. The average annual tab for public colleges is $8,893, though after subtracting grants and financial aid, the net cost is $3,120. Private universities total $30,094, with a net cost of $12,460. Tack on room and board, and the price tag increases by another $10,000 or so. A big commitment, for sure, but as anyone searching for a job knows, a college degree helps. As of September, the national unemployment rate stood at 7.2 percent, but here is how the rate breaks down based on educational attainment: Less than HS Degree: 10.3 percent HS Degree, no college: 7.6 percent Some College/Assoc. Degree: 6 percent BA and higher: 3.7 percent Additionally, college grads earn more over their lifetimes. According to Priceonomics blog, a college degree offers a 30-year wage premium of over $200,000, or $6,667 a year, in extra income compared to a high school graduate’s salary. Because the value of a college diploma is so great, families are increasingly seeking the help of

older generations to foot the bill. But, how the extended family helps can have a big impact on a student’s financial aid chances. That’s why it’s important to understand some of the rules surrounding college savings and financial aid. On the positive side, a grandparent’s assets are not included when colleges determine eligibility for financial aid. My favorite education-funding vehicle is the 529 plan, which allows for tax-advantaged investing for college. Contributions within the account grow tax-free and are not taxed upon withdrawal, provided they’re used for qualified higher education costs. Another benefit of 529 plans is that they can be a terrific estate planning tool, because wealthy grandparents can remove assets from their estates either using the annual gift tax exclusion of $14,000 or by making a lump sum that’s far larger. The nice part is that the donor can maintain control over the investments and the ultimate use of the money. However, there is a big downside to using a 529 plan that’s in the grandparent’s name. When money is withdrawn to make a payment on behalf of the beneficiary of the plan, students must disclose those amounts as income. For every dollar of income, a student’s financial aid eligibility may be reduced by as much as 50 cents. In order not to diminish the ability to receive aid, there are a few work-around

solutions: 1. Wait to use money in the 529 until the student’s senior year: Tapping the account for the last year of school shouldn’t affect eligibility, because the year in which the income will be reported (as income for the previous year) will also be the year in which the student graduates. 2. Transfer ownership of account: A few years before the first aid application is due, grandparents could transfer ownership of the account to a parent of the beneficiary. Assets in a parentcontrolled account get assessed for financial aid purposes, but disbursements do not appear on the income statement of either the parent or the student. Fair warning on this idea: Some states, like New York, do not allow changes in account ownership unless there’s a court order or the owner dies. 3. If the 529 plan ownership seems too complicated, grandparents might considering gifting the money to the parents, who can then deposit the gift into their own 529 accounts that have been established for the kids. It makes sense to wait until after the aid has been determined before making the gift. Alternatively, extended family members may choose to wait until the student has graduated and then help with college loan repayment. It takes a family, a village and just about everyone else to fund an education. If you are willing

to help, make sure you are not doing any harm. (Jill Schlesinger, CFP, is the Editor-at-Large for www.CBSMoneyWatch.com. She covers the economy, markets, investing or anything else with a dollar sign on her podcast and blog, “Jill on Money,” as well as on television and radio. She welcomes comments and questions at askjill@ moneywatch.com.)

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RedHawks’ prevention crew shuts down Raiders By Ken Karrson

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Richards defender Kenny Spey brings down Argo’s D’Ken Jones after a short gain Saturday night. The Bulldogs shut out the Argonauts for the second time this season, 31-0, to advance into the Class 4A quarterfinals.

Successful sequel Bulldogs handle Argo again, reach 6A quarters By Ken Karrson To movie viewers, a sequel often doesn’t measure up to the original film. For Richards football fans, however, there were no such complaints about Saturday night’s second-time-around performance. The gridiron show they watched at Korhonen Field was every bit as good as the one that had been on display in Summit a few weeks earlier. Then, the Bulldogs had held host Argo to negative rushing yardage while posting a 27-0 shutout. Richards coach Tony Sheehan repeatedly told his players prior to a Class 6A second-round rematch with the Argonauts not to expect things to be as easy for them as before. He was right — they were easier. At least that was so after halftime. While the Bulldogs led just 6-0 through the first 24 minutes, they blew the playoff contest wide open by scoring three touchdowns

in the third quarter. Tacari Carpenter, whose fumble had shanghaied a promising Richards series during the first half, supplied them all, which catapulted the hosts to an eventual 31-0 win over Argo. That propelled the Bulldogs (10-1) into the quarterfinals for the first time since 2007. There, they’ll host Lincoln-Way North, a 38-6 winner over Rich Central last weekend, on Saturday. “From here on out, you’re facing the best of the best,” Sheehan said. “Lincoln-Way North is very sound defensively and they’ll [also] be a very big test for our defense. You’re facing a tough road, but you’ve just got to come out focused and line up and play. “We got that monkey [of losing in Round 2] off our back. It feels really good to be there [in the quarters], but obviously we’re not satisfied just getting there. I think our kids are hungry and feel they still have something to prove.”

When it mattered most, Marist got defensive. The defending the RedHawks did on Friday night in Bolingbrook didn’t involve words, but deeds. Seemingly susceptible to highpowered offenses — a suspicion given credence by the groundgaining exploits of a few East Suburban Catholic Conference foes during the regular season — Marist’s defense suddenly grew sharp teeth when faced with its most important test to date. Scoring points wasn’t supposed to be much of a problem for the host Raiders, but it was. Bolingbrook managed just one touchdown versus the RedHawks, and that score was a bit fortunate as it required the Raiders to recover their own fumble in Marist’s end zone. But that was it, and even with Bolingbrook’s defense holding the visitors well below their per-game average in points, the RedHawks possessed enough punch to notch a 21-7 upset and move on to the Class 8A quarterfinals. Marist (8-3), which hadn’t gotten past the tournament’s opening round since 2009, will square off with Oswego Saturday night in Mount Greenwood. The Panthers defeated Waubonsie Valley 33-13 in Round 2. “They were flying around and they’ve gotten better each week,” RedHawks coach Pat Dunne said of his prevention corps, which held the Raiders to three second-half first downs and 177 offensive yards overall.

According to Sheehan, Richards definitely found itself in that position midway through its return engagement with Argo. Although the Argonauts never crossed into the Bulldogs’ red zone at any juncture of the contest, the visitors were very much in contention at halftime, thanks to Richards’ offense’s failure to capitalize on opportunities. The ’Dogs’ lone breakthrough was Romeo Johnson’s 1-yard touchdown run in the opening stanza. Besides the possession that was ruined by Carpenter’s drop, Richards also came away empty on two other promising occasions, once by running out of downs at the Argo 10. A 32-yard field-goal was missed as well. “We’d get things going and then shoot ourselves in the foot,” Sheehan said. “We’d turn the ball over, or get a nice 25-yard gain and then get a holding penalty. By Ken Karrson Obviously, you can’t have that. We need to correct that quickly Aaron Clayton gave Evergreen (Continued on page 7) Park a sampling of its own medicine Saturday afternoon. And it left the Mustangs with a bitter taste, not to mention a batch of unfinished business. What Clayton’s end-zone interception did to Evergreen was ruin a late comeback bid against Phillips in Round 2 of the Class 4A went out how we wanted them to. playoffs. The Mustangs’ defense I’m very happy our seniors went had performed similar acts of out the way they did in their final last-minute thievery itself during home game. the course of a perfect 10-game “It seemed like forever to be stretch, most notably versus Richin that situation, where we’ve ards, which allowed Evergreen to had a big lead [to protect]. We grab a one-point victory in the really haven’t had that luxury season’s fifth week and seize very often.” control of the South Suburban There was one other incentive Conference Red race. for the Cougars on this occasion: The Mustangs won that battle, Since Feminis’ arrival in 1999, but were unable to win the ulSXU has compiled a sparkling timate 4A football prize. Holder 39-6 record versus Chicago-area of a top seed and with realistic foes Trinity, Olivet Nazarene, Uni- designs on the school’s first-ever versity of St. Francis and Robert state title, Evergreen instead Morris. And the Cougars made wound up on the short end of a sure the Trojans didn’t improve 31-21 result at Gately Stadium on that mark by answering an that removed it rather abruptly early Trinity TD with four of from the tournament field. their own. The Mustangs’ postseason exit In addition to Dolph’s runback, was their earliest in three years SXU scored in the first half on under coach Dan Hartman. By Joe Gill’s touchdown tosses to virtue of its triumph over Ev(Continued on page 3) (Continued on page 3)

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Marist’s Nic Weishar sheds a tackler and gains yardage after catching a pass Friday night at Bolingbrook. Weishar’s return of a Raiders fumble for a fourth-quarter touchdown helped the RedHawks score a 21-7 upset in their Class 8A second-round playoff contest. “We’re very proud of our guys. came up with big stops and big The defense has been playing turnovers. They went out there (Continued on page 6) great, and all night long they

Second-round stunner Top-seeded Mustangs brought down by Phillips

Trojans experience ‘D-Day’ DeBenedetti, Dolph star for Cougars in victory By Ken Karrson Despite the sound of it, DeBenedetti and Dolph is not a legal firm that advertises during daytime-TV court shows. However, the St. Xavier University duo certainly laid down the law to Trinity International University Saturday afternoon at Bruce R. Deaton Field. Junior receiver Nick DeBenedetti did so by latching onto a career-best 14 passes, which went for 183 yards and two touchdowns. While DeBenedetti took care of the offensive side, Zach Dolph served as the Cougars’ defensive ringleader. Two weeks after establishing an SXU single-game record for total tackles, the senior linebacker was at it again, this time with 11 stops and two interceptions, one of which he returned 32 yards for a score.

Dolph’s six-pointer stretched the Cougars’ edge out to 14-6 in the first quarter. SXU then tallied twice more before intermission to create a lead that would only be marginally threatened over the last 30 minutes. By day’s end, the Cougars owned a 37-20 Mid-States Football Association Midwest League triumph that assured them of a plus-.500 ledger for the 14th consecutive year. While NAIA 23rd-ranked SXU (6-4, 3-2) will miss the national tournament for the first time in five seasons, veteran coach Mike Feminis was impressed with his team’s overall performance against the Trojans. “It was a very tough week [of practice] because the guys, understandably so, were down [about no playoff possibility],” he said. “But we talked about giving everything we had to make sure our seniors

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Evergreen Park’s Jacquet McClendon, shown in action versus Richards during the regular season, had two touchdown receptions Saturday afternoon, but the Mustangs still got upset by Phillips, 31-21, in a Class 4A second-round playoff game at Gately Stadium. Evergreen finished with a 10-1 record.

PLAYOFF FOOTBALL FORECAST They say you can’t believe everything you read in the newspaper. But this section of the paper is usually 100 percent pure germalism, er, journalism that you can trust with your life. But one dope accidentally incorrectly transcribed two of reader Wally Findysz’s picks last week. Wally was the only one of the quirky quintet to pick Marist to beat Bolingbrook last week and was also right on Naperville Central beating H-F, despite what last week’s paper said. We won’t name who made the mistake, but one look at the photos of these five might give you a hint. On to week 3 of the playoffs.

Last week: Final regular season: Postseason: Oswego at Marist Lincoln-Way North at Richards St. Xavier at Olivet Nazarene Neuqua Valley at Naperville Central East St. Louis at Providence Lincoln-Way at Edwardsville Mt. Carmel at Downers Grove North Joliet Catholic at Montini Lincoln-Way West at Sycamore Lake Forest at Batavia

Ken Karrson 8-4 73-14 18-6 Marist Richards St. Xavier Naperville Central Providence Edwardsville Mt. Carmel Joliet Catholic Lincoln-Way West Batavia

Jeff Vorva 8-4 69-18 19-5 Marist Richards St. Xavier Naperville Central Providence Edwardsville Mt. Carmel Montini Lincoln-Way West Lake Forest

Anthony Nasella 6-6 64-23 17-7 Marist Richards St. Xavier Neuqua Valley Providence Lincoln-Way East Mt. Carmel Montini Lincoln-Way West Lake Forest

Jason Maholy 7-5 72-15 18-6 Marist Richards St. Xavier Naperville Central East St. Louis Edwardsville Mt. Carmel Montini Lincoln-Way West Batavia

Wally Findysz 9-3 72-15 19-5 Marist LWN St. Xavier Neuqua Valley Providence Edwardsville Downers Grove N. Montini Sycamore Batavia

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Not so hard to find one hero Bartosh Sports heroes seem to be in pretty short supply these days. While those of us with even a smidgen of common sense realize it’s not wise to have our children latch onto athletes as role models, we also know that it’s bound to happen at some point. High-profile individuals who earn gobs of money and get cheered by millions are always going to seem more appealing than the grownups who yell at a kid to clean up his room, do his homework and take out the garbage. What’s dangerous about admiring strangers is that there is no way of knowing what they’re really like as people beyond the jock facade. The man who scores touchdowns on Sunday might be a wife beater on Monday, thief on Tuesday and drug abuser on Wednesday before deciding to begin preparations for the next weekend’s game so that he can again impress fans — especially the young ones — with his onfield exploits. There are certainly some good guys and gals in sports, but even they are really no different than the rest of us. They’re not gods or superheroes or bigger than life, just folks whose talents are more frequently put on public display than our own, or those of our accountant or crane operator neighbors. Still, we’re never going to convince young people to completely forgo the idolizing of star athletes. They’ll hopefully outgrow the practice before any truly bad habits form, but you can never be quite sure. So as long as athletic worshiping isn’t going away, the best thing we can do is try to expose kids to someone who is at least worth emulating in some fashion. I recently read of such a person, and what I find amazing is that she is still in her teens. As someone of more advanced years, I share a common affliction with others of my generation: I think of anyone significantly younger than I as a scatterbrain. That’s not fair, of course, or even totally accurate, but it’s a rite of passage — once upon a time, it was my age group getting ridiculed by our elders. However, a young lady named Codie Thacker has me rethinking my stance about today’s youth. Thacker runs cross country for Whitley County High School in Kentucky, but until a couple

of weeks ago I had never heard of her. Presumably, she was equally anonymous to anyone who doesn’t follow prep sports in the Bluegrass State. Interestingly, what gained notoriety for her wasn’t anything she did on the course, but something she refused to do before one race even began. As is customary at all crosscountry and track meets, Thacker was assigned a number to wear on her uniform prior to competing. This particular meet was an important one — it was a regional event that would determine some of the qualifiers for Kentucky’s state meet. However, when the starting gun sounded, Thacker was not among the participants. So what happened? According to a story that was first reported by an NBC television affiliate in Lexington, Thacker was unhappy with the number her coach had randomly drawn for her. Both she and the coach asked meet officials for a different one, a request that was subsequently denied. In response, Thacker voluntarily forfeited her spot in the race. But this was not simply the latest case of a sensitive female teen overreacting to a minor inconvenience. Many might disagree with that assessment, feeling that the wearing of the number 666 really was not any big deal. As a Christian, however, it was a very big deal to Thacker. In Christianity, 666 represents the mark of the beast. I’m paraphrasing here, but the book of Revelations essentially states that those who take the mark are turning their backs on Jesus by doing so, something no true Christian would ever choose. Thacker wasn’t being asked to permanently affix 666 to her person, of course, but that didn’t matter. She said she still felt uncomfortable about being connected to it in any form, so she made a choice that may have deprived her of immediate gratification, but spoke volumes about the strength of her faith and depth of her character. “I didn’t want to risk my relationship with God and try to take that number,” Thacker told station LEX18. “I told them to mark out my name because it makes me sick just thinking that my name is associated with that number.” Let me pose a question: How many of us would so unhesitatingly take such a strong stand, knowing it would be misunder-

stood — and probably mocked — by millions of others? My guess is fewer than we’d like to believe in these can’t-dareto-rock-the-boat days in which we live. A columnist on Yahoo!Sports probably summed up what a number of people were thinking when he described Thacker’s situation as “one of the strangest cases of purported religious beliefs intersecting with athletic performance.” Why the need for the word “purported?” If Thacker wasn’t acting upon a genuine love of and respect for Christ, what possible reason would she have for not competing, particularly when she said she had been training for the regional since June? There was nothing at all strange about it. She was not proselytizing or involving any other runner in the matter, but merely following the decree set forth by her own religion. I am curious, though — would this same columnist have so cavalierly dismissed a religiousbased action if the athlete in question been a practicing Muslim or Buddhist? Probably not, as I suspect he wouldn’t want to risk being called intolerant or a hater of other cultures. And the same query goes out to the Kentucky High School Athletic Association officials who denied Thacker a number change. They have since claimed that neither Thacker nor her coach made mention of the religious aspect of the request, but that seems highly unlikely. If Thacker was that adamant about not running with 666 on her jersey, why on earth would she fail to make the reason behind her decision expressly clear? Sounds to me like the latest example of public relations backpedaling. But one shouldn’t have to be a Christian to appreciate what Thacker did. Regardless of where one’s religious tenets lie, how can you not respect her willingness to stand firm for what she thought was right? In an athletic world filled with more and more muck, it’s refreshing to see a person with unwavering conviction about something so important in her life. There was no sugarcoating of the subject, no selling out for immediate public acceptance, no fear of negative responses. Are your kids still looking for an athletic hero that is worth imitating? Codie Thacker just made the search for one a whole lot easier.

Sports wrap In spite of 25-mile-per-hour winds that complicated Saturday’s state cross country meet, Sandburg boys’ coach John O’Malley was very pleased with his team’s seventh-place finish in Class 3A. The Eagles scored 225 points and posted a cumulative team time of 1 hour, 16 minutes, 46 seconds at Peoria’s Detweiller Park. State champion Hinsdale Central ran a 1:15.01. Occupying the 2through-6 positions in the team standings were Downers Grove North, O’Fallon, Lyons Township, York and New Trier. Tom Brennan’s 15:13 clocking topped Sandburg’s individual performances and earned him the 31st spot overall. Will Becker (38th in 15:17) was next down the chute for the Eagles, followed by Greg Burzinski (48th, 15:24), Sean Torpy (53rd, 15:25), Chris Torpy (55th, 15:27), Harry Becker (80th, 15:36) and Dan Laskero (124th, 15:56). “It was a great effort by the kids,” O’Malley said. “They ran really tough and really together the whole race. That was our key [because] we really didn’t have a guy way up front ahead of the pack, but we had a pack that was tight. I think they all got the most out of the meet. “I was so happy with the way the kids ran, I didn’t even look to see the scores or where we placed. The result didn’t even seem necessary to me. It was a great way to the end the season.” O’Malley said the windy conditions obviously made for a different kind of race, but he said he was satisfied with how his kids battled the elements and finished strong.

Volleyball roundup

Mighty Macs back to Normal By Anthony Nasella Things are back to normal in the world of Mother McAuley volleyball. That’s because the Mighty Macs are headed back to Normal this weekend. McAuley will take aim at the Class 4A championship it missed out on a year ago. The Macs reached the Final Four once again after downing Oak ParkRiver Forest 25-12, 25-14 last Saturday at the Lyons Township Supersectional. That victory, which followed sectional conquests of Lincoln-Way North and Sandburg earlier in the week, set McAuley up for a semifinal clash with New Trier Friday at Illinois State University’s Redbird Arena. Macs coach Jen DeJarld said her squad is seeking to take care of some “unfinished business.” The Macs wound up third in the state in 2012. “The girls played some great volleyball to get to this point,” said DeJarald, whose team has won 38 of 40 matches to date. “A lot of preparation and practice still needs to happen, yet we have to keep the girls healthy for Friday.

“They all know how the season ended last year, and anything less than a state title for us will be considered a disappointment.” Leading McAuley to its supersectional success versus Oak Park was Courtney Joyce, who produced six kills, 20 assists and six digs. Also playing key roles were Kelsey Clark (six kills), Kaykla Caffey (five kills), Carla Cahill (eight digs), Kennedy Arundel (three kills, two service aces) and Ryann DeJarld (seven digs). The Macs used a 7-0 run to establish themselves early in the first set, then opened Game 2 with five consecutive points, which eventually grew into an insurmountable 16-4 edge. While a number of players have performed at a high level during the postseason, Coach DeJarld has been especially pleased with the input from Joyce and Maggie Scanlon. “Maggie has been exceptional in her role of blocking the outside,” DeJarld said. “It’s a tough job and she has been exceptional. Courtney continues to be an outstanding leader as an offensive weapon. She’s developed more shots and is a huge cog in our offense.”

And even with the Macs seemingly firing on all cylinders, DeJarld knows a total team effort will be required to handle New Trier and vie for the Class 4A title. “New Trier is strong at the setter position and on the outside,” DeJarld said. “Everyone has taken their game to another level, [but] we have to practice our game play and not take anything for granted. I believe we have the team that can bring home a state championship.” *** McAuley’s sectional victories both came in straight sets as well, as Lincoln-Way North fell 25-17, 25-13 last Tuesday and host Sandburg was on the short end of a 25-20, 25-16 final in Thursday’s championship match. Ryann DeJarld (seven aces, four kills, six digs), Caffey (nine kills), Cahill (12 digs), Scanlon (four kills, nine digs) and Clark (four kills) spearheaded the Macs’ effort against the Lady Phoenix, who were ahead 15-14 in Game 1 before McAuley used a 4-0 run to move in front to stay. The second set featured the Macs going on a 10-0 surge to wipe out an early 5-2 deficit and seize control. (Continued on page 7)

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Eagles take seventh in boys’ cross country By Anthony Nasella

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Mother McAuley players pose after winning the school’s 29th sectional title by beating host Sandburg 25-20, 25-16 last Thursday in Orland Park.

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Early-bird registration for “The wind threw a wrench in wardsville finally broke through, Oak Lawn Baseball is continuthe day, and the scores were pretty it scored twice within a 74-second ing through Nov. 30. much out the window,” O’Malley span and left the Eagles with less Signups can be made online at said. “A lot of kids were flustered, than 28 minutes to try to make www.oaklawnbaseball.com or in but my kids kept their heads and up the deficit. person on the following days at kept focused.” All-state forward Brent Hein- Kolb Field: Today from 7-9 p.m., O’Malley said Sandburg’s fin- lein’s converted Josh Kowalis’s Saturday and Sunday from noon-2 ish surpassed his expectations. crossing pass for the first score, p.m. each day, and Tuesday from Pivotal to that happening was then Andrew Mullican tapped a 7-9 p.m. Will Becker’s full recovery from rebound into an open net. Mul- Fees will increase on Dec. 1. his iliotibial band injury, which lican’s marker came right after sidelined him for the first few Heinlein had fired a shot off the Oak Lawn girls win weeks of the season. crossbar. conference swim meet “Losing our No. 1 runner at Sandburg nearly cut the lead in the beginning of the season was half with 11:30 to go when John Oak Lawn did much better than tough, but thankfully we got him Manthey got a clean look, but he expected at the South Suburban back,” O’Malley said. “We had launched his shot too high. With Conference Red swim meet. four sophomores in the top seven under four minutes left, Joseph Given a lower seed, the Lady and only two that had previous Labriola’s cross on a corner kick Spartans surprised their league state experience. So we did well, found Kyle Kroll, who fired off mates by taking first in the and we also have a good future the post, and then Tom Nie shot team standings. There were no individual event winners for Oak high on the rebound. ahead.” The Eagles produced the lone Lawn, but its cause was aided *** Shepard senior Josh Maier shot on goal for either team in by victories in two of the three placed 62nd in the Class 3A meet the first half, but Edwardsville relay races. by completing the three-mile race goalie Brenden Heaton denied “We went into the meet seeded fifth and we ended up winning the Przemyslaw Tylka. in 15:31. The season-ending loss con- meet by 20 points,” Lady Spartans GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY Marist’s Maryclare Leonard cluded an amazing playoff run coach TJ Zuzga said. “These girls produced the top effort among for Sandburg, which won four swam out of their minds. local runners in Peoria, as she times by just one goal. Three of “The 200-free relay [unit] was 20th in a 207-person Class 3A the matches required an overtime composed of Yara Ismail, Hannah Featherstone, Mary Kate field. Leonard, whose sister Ann to settle. Brennan and Samantha Lopez Marie missed qualifying for state broke the school record. This is by just four seconds, completed a testament to the depth our team SIGN UP TO GET FREE Saturday’s race in 17:26. had and the competitive nature Sandburg’s Grace Foley took AMBER ALERTS the 83rd position after timing outSIGN UP TO GET FREE of these girls. in 18:21. ON YOUR CELL PHONE. “This is a very special group. AMBER ALERTS These seniors are my first class I BOYS’ SOCCER YOUR CELL PHONE.had all four years, and for them Sandburg’s dream of makingON wirelessamberalerts.org to accomplish this was awesome. a second consecutive trip to the Class 3A finals was dashed by wirelessamberalerts.org It has been a very memorable Edwardsville, which defeated the Eagles 2-0 in last Tuesday’s Nor11 12 1 mal Supersectional. 2 10 The Tigers, who entered play 9 3 with a 12-match winning streak, A child is calling for help. found themselves locked in a scoreless tie with Sandburg for A child is calling for help. more than 50 minutes. When Ed-

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Thursday, November 14, 2013 Section 2

Trinity sports report

Trolls runners qualify for NAIA meet By Tim Cronin Two are in, and one more may join them. All season long, Anna Bos and Andy Reidsma have been the respective ringleaders of Trinity Christian College’s cross country teams, and their pace-setting ways continued last Saturday at Sunset Hills Farm in Valparaiso, Ind. Not only did Bos and Reidsma both log top-10 finishes at the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference meet, but their efforts qualified them for the NAIA Championship, which will be held Nov. 23 in Lawrence, Kan. Bos covered a 5K distance in 18 minutes, 16.1 seconds, which earned her the No. 7 position among 107 female finishers. She wound up five spots in front of Trolls teammate Jessica Disselkoen, who clocked a season-best 18:43.7 and put herself on the NAIA-qualifying bubble. Disselkoen was to learn later this week if she had gained entry into the national meet. If not, she still had a shot at being invited to the National Christian College Athletic Association meet, which will take place on Saturday in Cedarville, Ohio. As for Reidsma, his 8K time of 25:59.8 was good for eighth place overall in the men’s race. Next across the line for Trinity was Cody Velthuizen, who finished 19th after completing his run in 26:50.9. Although there were a dearth of personal or season bests among the men, the Trolls still took fourth in the team standings. That matched the women’s performance. Five of Trinity’s females, however, recorded their lowest times of the year while helping the Trolls amass 97 total points, which were only five more than third-place Judson University. *** • Men’s top times (8K): Andy Reidsma, 25:01.05, Oct. 26; Michael Potter, 26:28.8, Sept. 13, Tyrell Natewa, 26:39.7, Sept. 13; Cody Velthuizen, 26:40.88, Oct. 26; Chris Koutavas, 27:00.98, Sept. 6; Joshua Whitten, 29:00.17, Oct. 26; Mark Bohdan, 29:10.9, Nov. 9. • Women’s top times (5K/6K): Anna Bos, 18:16.1, Nov. 9; 24:04.5, Oct. 5; Jessica Disselkoen, 18:43.7, Nov. 9; 24:10.1, Oct. 5; Ashley Jourdan, 19:13.1, Nov. 9; 25:08.3, Oct. 5; Hannah Schwab, 19:44.7, Sept. 13; Justin VanDyk, 19:48.5, Nov. 9; 26:08.1, Oct. 5. • Schedule: Saturday, NCCAA Championship, at Cederville, Ohio; NAIA Championship, Nov. 23, at Lawrence, Kan. VOLLEYBALL Consistency success pays off, and the Trolls are proof of that. By winning the CCAC regularseason title, Trinity claimed one of the conference’s two automatic bids to NAIA championship tournament. And now the Trolls are going for the double, attempting to capture the CCAC playoff title as well. If they do so, the playoff runner-up will get the other NAIA bid. Top-seeded Trinity began the playoff quest this past Tuesday night, when it hosted a match against eighth-seeded Calumet College of St. Joseph. If the Trolls prevailed — and that was the way to bet, given the matchup and their 10-0 home record — the next opponent would visit DeVos Gym tonight, with either fourth-seeded Indiana University-South Bend or fifth-seeded Olivet Nazarene providing the opposition. The championship match is

Mustangs (Continued from page 1) ergreen (10-1), Phillips not only avenged a Week 2 setback to the Mustangs, but it advanced to its first quarterfinal game against Geneseo, which shut out Plano 21-0 in the second round. “We had a great year — we made sure we reiterated that to the players,” Hartman said. “But we talked all year about being disciplined in our play. On Saturday, they were the more disciplined team.” Keying the Wildcats’ showing versus Evergreen was Dewayne Collins, who supplied Phillips with 260 total yards. Collins tallied twice, on runs of 19 and 35 yards, and also fired a pair of touchdown strikes to Quayvon Skanes. Skanes, who made eight catches for 117 yards, scored on receptions covering 31 and 11 yards. Collins, meanwhile, threw for 137 yards on 13-of-19 passing and rushed for 123 more on 34 carries.

“ I FEEL LIKE

A FISH WITH NO WATER.” –JACOB, AGE 5 DESCRIBING ASTHMA

slated for Saturday night at 7 p.m. Trinity would host if involved. The Trolls’ regular season concluded with a three-set victory in Joliet against the University of St. Francis, as they overcame the Fighting Saints by scores of 25-17, 25-16, 25-23. A raucous first set found Trinity leading 18-10, then coasting to the finish. Game 2 was tighter, but the Trolls racked up the last seven points, climaxed by Kaitlin Feddema’s kill, one of a dozen she had in the match. The Saints threw their best punch late, staying within two points almost all the way through the third set. Trinity finished them off and locked up the conference title when a USF kill attempt landed out of bounds. Strength in all areas showed in the statistics, with Erynn Schuh assisting on 34 of the Trolls’ points and keeping 17 points alive via digs. Lauren Macadlo’s 10 kills complemented Feddema’s 12. *** • Record entering playoffs: 33-7 overall, 17-1 CCAC, 10-0 home, 8-1 away, 15-6 neutral. Leaders: Kaitlin Feddema 383 kills; Erynn Schuh 45 aces; Ellie Raebel 499 digs; Jessica Wiltjer 150 blocks. • Schedule: Today, CCAC playoffs, TBA; Saturday, CCAC playoffs, TBA. WOMEN’S SOCCER One and done. That was the surprising outcome Saturday at Schaaf Field, where the third-seeded Trolls were rudely ousted from the CCAC playoffs. Trinity dropped a 3-1 decision to sixth-seeded Cardinal Stritch, an outcome that ended the Trolls’ seven-match winning streak. It was 2-0 before Trinity got on a board, Kayla Diemer’s goal cutting the Wolves’ lead in half. She scored from the slot, off an assist from Rachael Webb. Before and after, it was largely Stritch’s day. Unassisted goals by Lourdes Gil and Anna Stadler in the first 30 minutes put the Trolls at a huge disadvantage. After Diemer’s score at 72:35, which capped a big Trinity push, the Wolves finished the scoring on Cassie Braam’s unassisted marker with 3:38 to play. The loss was only the third of the season for the Trolls, who now must wait to see who they’ll play in the NCCAA playoffs. They’ll have 13 days off before the North Central Regional begins on Nov. 22. *** • Record: 14-3-2 overall, 9-1-1 CCAC, 8-2-1 home, 6-1-1 away, 0-0 neutral. Leaders: Rachael Webb 16 goals, 8 assists, 40 points; Becky Gold 1.00 goals-against average, .835 save percentage (81 saves, 16 goals against, 6 shutouts). • Schedule: Nov. 22-23, NCCAA playoffs, TBA. MEN’S BASKETBALL Trolls coach Brandon Nicol was right when he said his schedule was tough. Witness last weekend’s scores: Trinity lost 80-48 to Northwestern College, the 15th-ranked team in NAIA Division II, and followed that up with a 100-71 defeat at the hands of Dordt College. The two contests, at the Northwestern College Classic in Orange City, Iowa, left the Trolls with a 1-2 record going into this past Tuesday’s game at Huntington in Indiana. Northwestern had only three players in double figures, but shot 49 percent from the floor while holding Trinity to 32 percent shooting. That included an 8-of-30 reading in the first half,

after which the Trolls were trailing 43-20. That was the game, and a 4730 disadvantage on the boards for the 40 minutes kept it that way. Cody Rhorer’s 12 points led Trinity. Saturday against Dordt, a school in Sioux Center, Iowa, whose hoopsters qualified for the NAIA Division II Elite Eight the last two seasons, brought more of the same. The Defenders, led by high-flying Kyle Lindbergh’s 32 points, hit triple digits for the third time in five starts, and the Trolls were the road kill. Trinity shot better against Dordt, managing 47 percent from the floor, but the Defenders connected 50 percent of the time, out-rebounded the Trolls 46-32, and forced 12 turnovers Submitted photo while committing only five. It was Moraine Valley College’s volleyball team will making its second straight appearance in the NJCAA 48-36 at intermission, and while Division II national tournament, which begins in Ohio on Nov. 21. Trinity closed the gap to eight points early in the second half, an 18-2 splurge by Dordt settled the matter. *** • Record: 1-2 overall, 0-0 CCAC, 1-0 home, 0-1 away, 0-1 neutral. Leaders: Jared Jones By Maura Vizza “I’ve been so fortunate to have success. This was one of the Cy14.0 ppg.; Jake Van Den Berg worked in a great place with clones’ most complete matches of 11.3 rpg.; Jones 10 assists; Cody Thirty is a nice, round figure. great people. I have a heart full the year as they chalked up 58 Rhorer 2 steals. And that’s the win total of of memories that will last me kills and made just four hitting • Schedule: Friday, vs. Great Moraine Valley College’s volley- forever. I would like a few more errors in 116 swings. Lakes Christian, 8 p.m.; Saturday, ball team reached for the second memories — perhaps from one In Moraine’s earlier 25-12, 25vs. University of St. Francis (Ind.), straight season. The Cyclones hit more national tournament. 23, 25-13 defeat of Kishwaukee, 2 p.m.; Wednesday, at Robert Mor- that plateau again last Monday “I expect to go to the Final Four Kentner (16 kills, 15 assists, 10 ris University, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 26, after defeating McHenry College every year, but this year will be digs, one ace, one block) was the vs. Roosevelt, 7:30 p.m. 25-9, 25-19, 25-20 in a National particularly special [with it] being top gun, but Ryan (nine kills, three WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Junior College Athletic Associa- the last time for me. This group solo blocks, 14 dogs) and Serrano Trinity’s women have had an tion Division II Region IV playoff of young women have bought so (eight kills) were able accomplices. even more difficult schedule than match. much into our program from the Additional help came from Bojan the men, and it shows in their Kara Kentner paced Moraine first day of the season and worked (seven kills) and Curtis (26 assists, record. with a double-double of 11 kills extremely hard to achieve this 12 digs, three aces). The Trolls lost 75-49 to top- and 14 assists while also contrib- goal.” In between those matches, the ranked Indiana Wesleyan Uni- uting seven digs, two blocks and Cyclones absorbed a 17-25, 25*** versity and 67-52 to 11th-ranked an ace. Also chipping in solid ef- Wish it, and it shall happen. 17, 25-22, 18-25, 15-12 setback Shawnee State last weekend, ex- forts were Gina Ryan (seven kills, At last that was so for Coughlin, to SSC, which officially entered tending their season-starting los- 14 digs), Taylor Serrano (seven whose hopes for one more trip the Bulldogs into the NJCAA ing streak to five games. They kills, three blocks, one ace), Jo- to the volleyball nationals were tournament. had dropped a 102-74 decision to anna Curtis (21 assists) and Kayla realized after Moraine completed 25th-ranked St. Ambrose in their Manthei (13 digs). play on Saturday. The Cyclones CROSS COUNTRY home opener. Carl Sandburg College couldn’t took their last two steps toward a Five runners represented Mo Trinity led the latter contest by derail the Cyclones last Wednes- return trip to Ohio by wrapping a raine in Saturday’s NJCAA Diseven points in the early going, day, either, as Moraine took anoth- pair of wins over top-seeded Kish- vision I Championship and two but when the Queen Bees began er step forward in the postseason waukee around a tough five-set of them registered personal-best to buzz, the Trolls felt the sting. with a 25-21, 25-12, 19-25, 25-12 loss to South Suburban College. times at Lakeside Municipal Golf A 9-2 outburst tied the game at triumph over the Chargers. The second of those Kishwau- Course in Fort Dodge, Iowa. 26, and after a see-saw stretch, Kentner, the NJCAA D-II leader kee conquests allowed Moraine to Cool and windy conditions eviSt. Ambrose held a 41-39 halftime in hitting percentage (.440) and its nail down a second consecutive dently appealed to the Cyclones’ advantage. Player of the Week for the week berth in the NJCAA Division II two female competitors, as both The second half was a night- ending Nov. 3, led the Cyclones tournament. Aileen Gorman and Jessica Flores mare for Trinity. The Trolls were past Carl Sandburg by register- “We are very excited to get the ran better than at any other point outscored 61-35, shot only 40 ing 18 kills while committing no bid and look forward to repre- of the season. Gorman completed percent from the floor while the hitting errors. She complemented senting Moraine Valley once again the 5K event in 19 minutes, 49 Queen Bees shot 58 percent after her kills total with 23 assists, nine at this prestigious tournament,” seconds, which landed her in 50th intermission, and ended up on the digs, two blocks and an ace. said Couglin, whose squad will place, while Flores clocked a 22:05. short end of a 48-35 rebounding En route to capturing her Play- face Owens College on Nov. 21 That was good for the 208th posimargin for the game. Brooke Bam- er of the Week honors, Kentner in Toledo. tion in a 281-competitor field. brick (17) and Rebecca DeHahn averaged 5.77 assists, 4.44 kills “The girls deserve it. They “Aileen was really determined to (12) were the only Trinity players and 2.2 digs per set while record- have worked very hard and have do well — she was disappointed with more than eight points. ing a hitting percentage of .637. learned a lot about the game, with her race at regionals,” Mo The Trolls trailed Indiana Alexandria Bojan backed Kent- themselves and their teammates raine coach Mark Horstmeyer Wesleyan 38-20 at the half and ner with 12 kills and three blocks throughout this season.” said. “We couldn’t be prouder of didn’t catch up, with DeHaan’s versus Carl Sandburg, while Au- The clincher for the Cyclones her. She beat all but one run18 points on 7-of-14 shooting the tumn Seiler put down 10 kills was a 27-25, 25-20, 25-20 tri- ner from our region under much bright spot. It wasn’t much differ- and Serrano eight. The latter umph over Kishwaukee, which harsher conditions than at the ent against Shawnee State, which also had a pair of blocks. Curtis was realized largely through the regional tournament. It was an pulled away after a pair of early distributed a team-best 32 assists effective 1-2 punch provided by excellent performance. ties, led 34-23 at the half, and and Manthei anchored the defense Ryan and Kentner. The former “Jessica also went for it. She stayed comfortably ahead until with 27 digs. delivered 15 kills while making no has been battling shin splints the finish. Allie Paluchniak’s 20 The win over the Chargers came hitting errors, 11 digs and a solo all season, and she came up big. points paced Trinity. in coach Gloria Coughlin’s final block, with Kentner supporting We’re really proud of her. She for The Trolls have two more non- home match. Both Coughlin and her via a 13-kill, 23-assist, 11-dig, got about all the adversity and conference contests before CCAC assistant coach Donna Zidek will two-block stat line. Kentner was just went for it — that says a play begins against Robert Morris step down from their positions guilty of only one hitting error in lot about her determination and on Nov. 20. when the 2013 campaign officially 29 attempts. desire to excel. *** Both players got named to “We told Aileen and Jessica beconcludes. • Record: 0-5 overall, 0-0 “I don’t know if I touched many the All-Region IV tournament fore the race that Moraine Valley CCAC, 0-1 home, 0-3 away, 0-1 lives, but I am certain that I have team. runners traditionally do well at neutral. Leaders: Allie Paluchni- been touched by each and every Serrano (14 kills with no errors, nationals, and we thought they ak 11.8 ppg.; Cosy Caitlin 4.8 rpg.; player I have ever coached,” two blocks), Bojan (nine kills with could, too. They did not disapPaluchniak 11 assists; Paluchniak Coughlin said. “I am a better no errors), Manthei (11 digs, 30 point [and] this will be a strong 8 steals. person for having had them in good receptions) and Curtis (30 as- motivator for both of them to re • Schedule: Saturday, at my life. (Continued on page 7) sists) also pitched in to Moraine’s Spring Arbor, 1 p.m.; Monday, vs. Moody Bible Institute, 6 p.m.; Also making their presences felt all the injuries we’ve had to deal Wednesday, at Robert Morris, 5:30 on defense were Jacob Ghinazzi with, we’ve had a pretty good p.m.; Nov. 23, vs. Greenville, 1 (four solos, six assists, one tackle season.” p.m.; Nov. 26, at Roosevelt Uni(Continued from page 1) for loss, one pass breakup, forced SXU will conclude its 2013 camversity, 5:30 p.m. DeBenedetti (8 yards) and Den- fumble), Mike Sheehy (one solo, paign Saturday in Bourbonnais, nis Vilimek (9 yards), as well as six assists, one tackle for loss, one- where it will meet Olivet. The Wildcats constructed an 18- 1 signal-caller before being hurt in Nick Pesek’s 2-yard dash. De- half sack), Marcus Maas (four so7 halftime lead, but likely didn’t the Mustangs’ win over Richards. Benedetti’s five receptions for 51 los, two assists, 2½ tackles for loss, feel overly comfortable. That’s be- The senior had been idled ever yards highlighted the 13-play, 99- 1½ sacks, one quarterback hurry, Statistics cause they had gone ahead of the since, but he was able to offer his yard march that concluded with forced fumble) and Matt Johnson Trinity Intl. 6 0 14 0 - 20 Mustangs 21-6 in the two teams’ club a pick-me-up when he col- Pesek’s run. (four solos, two assists). 14 13 10 0 - 37 regular-season meeting, but were laborated with Jacquet McClen- “Debo had a huge day,” Feminis Johnson is one of several fresh- St. Xavier unable to hold on. don on a 22-yard completion that said. “He’s our one true veteran men who have played expanded TIU SXU Evergreen rallied to capture gave Evergreen a fourth-quarter [receiver] and he obviously knows roles for the Cougars this fall. First downs 26 21 that earlier contest by a 35-32 touchdown. his routes like the back of his On offense, that callow group has 203 97 score, but its offense only occa- That score brought the Mus- hand. We ask him to do an aw- included three linemen: Kevin Lo- Yds. rushing 217 329 sionally displayed the same level tangs within 24-14, but they were ful lot, and I believe he’s lead- nergan, Luke Rowell and Sean Yds. passing Total yds. 420 426 of potency in the rematch. One unable to corral an ensuing on- ing the Mid-States in all-purpose Jones. Att./comp. 35-22 44-26 reason was Phillips’ revised de- sides kick. Failure to do so gave yardage. While Feminis anticipated start3-2 1-0 WITH WATER. Phillips aNO shortened field with “He had a monster day. When ing one newcomer among his Fumbles/lost fensive scheme. Had intercepted 2 1 “With the type of offense we which to work, and the Wildcats everything is said and done, he’s front five, early injuries to two Penalties/yds. 6-41 4-62 as Collins raced run, in order to beat us, you had took advantage going to rank among our all-time veterans prompted a revamping of –JACOB, AGE 5 3-41.0 4-30.0 them additional best receivers by the end of his the lineup. Against Trinity, SXU’s Punts/avg. to pack the box with seven guys 35 yards to give DESCRIBING ASTHMA to stop [Keyshawn] Carpenter, breathing room. career.” O-line opened the door to 426 Scoring which they did,” Hartman said. McClendon also caught a 35- Trinity, which had collected its total yards. TIU — Cory Windle, 32-yd. pass from “And they had to man up all my yard TD throw from O’Brien, first-half touchdown on a deflected “They’ve grown by leaps and Stephen Anderson (kick failed) receivers, which they were able who connected on 6-of-12 passes pass, tallied twice in the third bounds, and gotten better and bet- SXU — Nick DeBenedetti, 8-yd. pass to do. The first time, they played for 135 yards. In the final game period, but could never bring its ter every week,” Feminis said of from Joe Gill (Spencer Nolen kick) of his three-year varsity career, deficit below double digits. Chris his youthful blockers. “The experi- SXU — Zach Dolph, 32-yd. interception zone coverage against us.” To make matters worse for the McClendon had seven receptions Elliott’s 8-yard TD run had the ence that these guys have gotten return (Nolen kick) WITH NO WATER. Mustangs, quarterback Sean Ryan totaling 141 yards. Trojans within 30-20, but DeBene- under fire, and against a good SXU — Dennis Vilimek, 9-yd. pass went down with an injury during “You don’t get kids like him very detti’s 11-yard touchdown catch schedule, can do nothing but help from Gill )Nolen kick) often,” the contest. Luckily–JACOB, for Evergreen, AGE 5 Hartman said. “His stats extended the Cougars’ lead out to them [in the future].” SXU — Nick Pesek, 2-yd. run (converJonathan O’Brien was able to re- were off the charts, and having its final 17-point margin. The same holds true for the sion failed) DESCRIBING ASTHMA him as the face of our program Spencer Nolen’s 27-yard field Cougars’ other young players who TIU — Dillon Turk, 8-yd. pass from turn to action. O’Brien was the Mustangs’ No. was good.” goal provided the hosts with their are seeing extended action for the Anderson (Aaron Ordway kick) other third-quarter points. first time over the season’s final SXU — Nolen, 27-yd. field goal You know how to react Seven SXU defenders were in two weeks. TIU — Chris Elliott, 8-yd. run (Ordto their asthma attacks. on at least six total tackles, but “After [this] week, there’s way kick) Here’s how to prevent them. no one loomed larger than Dolph. nothing more we can do for the SXU — De Benedetti, 11-yd. pass from 1- 866 - NO -ATTACKS Besides his pickoffs, five solo stops seniors,” Feminis said. “With Gill (Nolen kick) EVEN ONE ATTACK IS ONE TOO MANY. and six assists, the Joliet Catholic the younger guys, we told them, For more information log onto Academy product forced a fumble, ‘You’ve got two opportunities to St. Xavier Rushing: Pesek 13-63, Simms www.noattacks.org broke up another pass and had make an impression on me and 3-22, Gill 1-7, Vilimek 3-3, Ladd 2-1, or call your doctor. Ferguson 1-1. Passing: Gill 44-26-329. one-half tackle for loss. our [other] coaches.’ “Zach Dolph really went out “There’s a lot of positives to Receiving: DeBenedetti 14-183, Jones with a bang,” Feminis said. “He’s look at going into next season. 4-63, Carroll 4-62, Vilimek 1-9, Pesek had another great year.” If we go 7-4 with the youth and 1-7, Feeney 1-6, Simms 1-(-1).

Moraine athletics wrap

Volleyball team notches 30th victory

Cougars

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Section 2 Thursday, November 14, 2013

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Women’s College Basketball Preview 2013-14 MORAINE VALLEY 2012-13 Record: 17-13. Head coach: Delwyn Jones. Assistant coaches: Jeff Larson, Sean Mackey. • Who’s gone: Kelly Foley, F/G; Stephanie Karl, G. • Who’s back: Katie McGann, F, So.; Amber Hunter, C, So.; Maggie Yandel, F, So.; Jamilla Jones, F, So.; Ashley Cunningham, G, So. • Who’s new: Nariman Jaber, C, Fr.; Colleen Kull, C, Fr.; Sam Holler, F, Fr.; Aileen Gorman, G, So.; Shavonne Lewis, G, Fr.; Nicole Maloney, G, Fr.; Megan Beckow, G, Fr.; Brandi Miner, G, Fr.; Diamond Taylor, G, Fr.; Amanda Weiss, G, Fr.; Alex Zelasko, G, Fr. • Outlook: It’s what’s up front that counts — if that old cliché is at all accurate, the Cyclones should be in good shape this winter. With four post players standing at least 6 feet tall, Moraine Valley College’s size will likely give fits to many opponents. What makes their presence particularly beneficial to the Cyclones is that members of the quartet are not carbon copies of each other when it comes to playing styles — while two of them rely more on physicality, the other two are known for their finesse. Amber Hunter and Jamilla Jones will give Moraine formidability on the glass; Jones, in fact, was among the premier rebounders in all of National Junior College Athletic Association Division II during the first half of last season. Joining that duo to provide the Cyclones with enviable interior depth are newcomers Nariman Jaber and Colleen Kull, the latter of whom also plays volleyball at Moraine. The longarmed Jaber will undoubtedly make foes think twice about driving to the hoop against her, while Kull can offer both respectable defense and some perimeter offense when the need arises. Besides the 6-footers, the Cyclones’ frontcourt will feature All-Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference selection Katie McGann and Stagg product

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Maggie Yandel as wing players. Veteran coach Delwyn Jones, who’s entering his 14th season at Moraine, considers McGann, Yandel and freshman Sam Holler (Sandburg) three of his most athletic players. Their quickness will give the Cyclones opportunities to employ the fast break and put opposing defenses back on their heels. Ashley Cunningham is Moraine’s most proven performer in the backcourt, but two players who could easily become part of the guard mix are Aileen Gorman and Shavonne Lewis. Gorman, a former standout at Marist, was the top runner on the Cyclones women’s cross country team during the fall, while Lewis boasts good bloodlines: Her sister is former Moraine All-American Sharnita Lloyd. Among the newcomers vying for court time are local products Megan Beckow (Evergreen Park), Alex Zelasko (Evergreen Park) and Nicole Maloney (Oak Lawn). Although 2012-13 wasn’t the kind of season Jones wished for, it didn’t deter voters from placing Moraine among the preseason top 25 in Division II. The Cyclones began the year positioned at No. 19. Jones believes he has the talent on hand to make those prognosticators look plenty wise in their forecasting, and nothing short of a return to the national tournament — Moraine made it there in the spring of 2012 — will completely satisfy. • Coach’s comments: “This year, we’re going to be good. There’s a real good combo of talent that will give us the ability to be flexible against other teams and dominate in other areas because we have height, speed and perimeter shooting. Last year, we didn’t have all those elements. “There is great chemistry and character that will help team unity, and we also want to stay aggressive on the court. I expect us to win conference, be in the regional championship and go to nationals. I really believe it this year.” — Jones.

MORAINE VALLEY

Name Maggie Yandel Shavonne Lewis Diamond Taylor Ashley Cunningham Samantha Holler Nariman Jaber Jamilla Jones Megan Beckow Brandi Miner Katie McGann Aileen Gorman Alex Zelasko Colleen Kull Amanda Weiss Amber Hunter Nicole Maloney

Pos. G/F G G G G/F C F G G G G G C G C G

Ht. 5-9 5-5 5-4 5-7 5-10 6-3 6-0 5-6 5-8 5-9 5-7 5-8 6-1 5-7 6-0 5-8

Yr. So. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr.

TRINITY CHRISTIAN 2012-13 Record: 3-28. Head coach: Reggie Chappel. Assistant coaches: Amanda Learned, Emily Thomassen. • Who’s gone: Allegra Glaviano, G; Marissa Karabin, G; Jeddie Leyva, F; Dominique White, G; Monique Calloway, F. • Who’s back: Rebecca DeHahn, G, Jr. (9.2 ppg.); Erynn Schuh, G, Jr. (8.9 ppg.); Brooke Bambrick, G, So. (7.5 ppg.); Cali Vink, G, So.; Kari LeGrand, G, Jr.; Simona Sidaugaite, G, So.; Holly Boetsma, G, So.; Sara Losacco, G, Jr.; Liz Iwema, F, Sr.; Kalia RenHaken, F, So.; Olivia Schipper, F/C, So. • Who’s new: Marcy Karabin, G, Fr.; Kelli LeGrand, G, Fr.; Samantha Andringa, G, Fr.; Rachel Kuipers, F, Fr.; Allie Paluchniak, G, So.; Molly Toepper, F, Fr.; Caitlin Cody, F, Jr. • Outlook: As maiden voyages go, it was Titanic-esque, at least from a pure win-loss standpoint. When he took over as coach of the Trolls women’s team, Reggie Chappel sought to have Trinity Christian College do a quick turnaround from its recent travails; instead, the Trolls experienced the latest wave of disappointment. Little went right for Trinity last season, including losing frontcourter Olivia Schipper — one of its tallest players — for portions of the year. Adjusting to a new coach and style of play is never easy, either, but Chappel has had success elsewhere — his career record before arriving in Palos Heights was 17 games over .500. So it’s safe to assume that what Chappel is teaching the Trolls does work, and that simply being more familiar with the coach’s strategies will result in greater on-court success this time around. Unfortunately, its opening weekend of play did not produce the desired results for Trinity, which fell to defeat against Indiana University Northwest and Grace College, the latter of which is nationally ranked. The Trolls’ biggest issue in each contest was a lack of shooting accuracy. While it held both foes under 50 percent, Trinity’s own field-goal shooting languished well below 40

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percent — against Grace, it sank beneath 30. Obviously, much improvement must be made in that area in order for the Trolls to take full advantage of what appears to be a respectable defense. Chappel is carrying a rather large roster, which will probably be put to good use over the course of the campaign since he favors a more up-tempo approach on offense and, thus, will need plenty of fresh bodies. Even though Liz Iwema is Trinity’s only senior, the Trolls are not without game-tested individuals. Ten other athletes saw action a year ago, including juniors Rebecca DeHahn and Erynn Schuh and sophomore Brooke Bambrick, who were three of Trinity’s steadier point sources. Schuh was missing in the early going, though, as she first had to complete her setting duties for Trinity’s successful volleyball squad. Chappel believes the winning attitude Schuh will bring with her can permeate his entire program and raise everyone’s self-assurance. A newcomer who has already gotten a taste of college basketball is sophomore Allie Paluchniak, a transfer from Concordia (Wis.) University. Paluchniak logged minutes in all 28 of the Falcons’ games last season and could be a key weapon for the Trolls along the perimeter. She connected on 34 percent of her 3-point tries as a freshman. While it would be unrealistic to expect the Trolls to suddenly vault themselves into a contender’s role within the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference, there should still be measurable improvement made before the season is over. A couple early triumphs would do wonders toward erasing the pain of last winter’s struggles and reinvigorating everyone connected with Trinity basketball. • Coach’s comments: “Last season was tough, but it was needed. I learned a lot. Our confidence level will be improved this year, and our pace of play will increase. We’re playing better, but I think our competition is going to be playing better, too.” — Chappel.

TRINITY CHRISTIAN

Name Marcy Karabin Cali Vink Kelli LeGrand Allie Paluchniak Brooke Bambrick Kari LeGrand Molly Toepper Simona Sidaugaite Samantha Andringa Holly Boetsma Caitlin Cody Rebecca DeHahn Sara Losacco Erynn Schuh Liz Iwema Kaila TenHaken Rachel Kuipers Olivia Schipper

Pos. G G G G G G F G G G F G G G F F F F

Ht. 5-0 5-6 5-3 5-9 5-9 5-4 5-7 5-9 5-4 5-6 5-10 5-6 5-4 5-8 6-0 5-9 5-11 5-11

Yr. Fr. So. Fr. So. So. Jr. Fr. So. Fr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So. Fr. So.

ST. XAVIER 2012-13 Record: 25-7. Head coach: Bob Hallberg. Assistant coaches: Angie Amoroso, Jay Battles, Liz Carney, Barry Shaw, Ashley Reeves. • Who’s gone: Romisha Taylor, G; Maureen Riley, G. • Who’s back: Morgan Stuut, F, Jr. (17.8 ppg., 11.3 rpg., 40 blocks); Suzie Broski, G, Jr. (16.2 ppg., 4.7 rpg., 1.2 apg., 52 FG Pct.; 89 FT Pct.); Caitlin McMahon, F, So. (6.1 ppg., 5.3 rpg., 1.0 bpg.); Jordan Brandt, G, Sr. (6.9 ppg., 3.3 rpg., 2.4 apg., 71 steals); Niara Harris, G, Sr. (6.0 ppg., 2.2 rpg., 2.0 apg.); Chrissy Heine, F, Sr. (7.9 ppg., 3.6 rpg., 1.1 apg., 1.1 spg., 50 FG Pct.); Maloree Johnson, G, Jr. (3.7 ppg., 1.4 apg., 1.3 rpg.); Margaret Wildner, F, Jr.; Dana Sibley, F, Sr. • Who’s new: Revi McMahon, G, Fr.; Meaghan McMahon, F, Fr.; Mikayla Leyden, G, Fr.; Sidney Prasse, G, Fr. • Outlook: Regardless of the year, the outlook is usually quite bright for the Cougars, and the 2013-14 season is certainly not going to buck that trend. In fact, based on its number of quality returnees and the achievements of the previous winter, St. Xavier University seems poised for very big things. And those individuals responsible for compiling weekly rankings of NAIA Division II women’s basketball teams obviously feel the same way — they handed out the No. 9 spot in their preseason poll to the Cougars. That might actually be shortchanging SXU a bit. After all, the squad welcomes back a firstteam All-American, another player who got named to the AllChicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference second team, and an average of nearly 63 points per game spread out among six veterans from a year ago. In addition, the Cougars get back a fully healthy Maloree Johnson. The junior guard was limited to 10 games last season because of injury, but is expected to play a key role this time around. No one looms larger in importance, though, than the aforementioned All-American, junior forward Morgan Stuut. Stuut, who was a differencemaking athlete right from the outset of her collegiate career, was a finalist for NAIA Division II Player of the Year and got picked as the CCAC Player of the Year after scoring the thirdmost points for a single season in program history (570), and setting school standards for total rebounds (360) and pergame rebounding average (11.3). No. 1 3 10 11 12 20 21 22 23 25 30 33 50

For good measure, Stuut also blocked a team-best 40 shots. Simply put, she is as important to SXU’s on-court well-being as Brad Karp is to that of the Cougars men’s team. But by no means does Stuut have to go it alone. Her main running mate is fellow junior Suzie Broski, who bookended Stuut’s impressive 2012-13 statistics with some of her own: 16.2 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists per contest. Broski, who joined Stuut on the All-CCAC team, logged 1,143 minutes of court time — the most ever for a Cougars player in one season — and wound up as SXU’s most accurate shooter from both the floor (52 percent) and foul line (89 percent). Supporting the Stuut-Broski duo will be several battle-tested performers, including senior guards Niara Harris and Jordan Brandt, senior forward Chrissy Heine and sophomore forward Caitlin McMahon. Brandt (71 steals), Heine (50 percent shooting) and McMahon (32 blocks) each ranked second among Cougars players in a major statistical category. With Johnson tossed into the mix as well, veteran coach Bob Hallberg already has a viable and versatile sevenplayer rotation in place. Given the experienced makeup of the Cougars’ roster, it may difficult for any newcomer to have a deep impact. Three who will try are Mikayla Leyden, Stagg graduate Revi McMahon and Meaghan McMahon, Caitlin’s younger sister out of LincolnWay East. Redshirt freshman Sidney Prasse, who missed all of last year because of injury, will also vie for minutes. SXU has made 11 straight appearances in the NAIA national tournament and advanced past the opening round in six of the past eight years. Given the Cougars’ own track record, plus that of Hallberg — who has more than 900 career coaching victories to his credit — there’s plenty of reason for a large degree of optimism around 103rd Street this winter. • Coach’s comments: “We expect to maintain our high level of play that has been established over the program’s first 13 years. We feel like the biggest improvement to this year’s team is our offensive production, especially with the return of two of our guards from season-ending injuries, as well as a talented recruiting class. With key players returning, such as Morgan Stuut and Suzie Broski, I believe that we should be very successful.” — Hallberg.

ST. XAVIER

Name Meaghan McMahon Sidney Prasse Morgan Stuut Maloree Johnson Jordan Brandt Caitlin McMahon Margaret Wildner Suzie Broski Niara Harris Revi McMahon Chrissy Heine Mikayla Leyden Dana Sibley

Pos. F/G G G/F G G F F G/F G G F G F

Ht. 5-11 5-7 5-10 5-7 5-5 6-0 5-10 5-10 5-7 5-6 6-0 5-8 6-0

Yr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Sr. Fr. Sr. Fr. Sr.

SXU sports summary

Cougars men win soccer playoff opener The Cougars live to fight another day. St. Xavier University’s men’s soccer team entered the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference playoffs on something of a low ebb after losing its regularseason finale to Robert Morris University, but there was no evidence of a letdown on Saturday. That’s when the Cougars used a 4-2 advantage during the penaltykick shootout phase to advance past Judson University and into the semifinal round of the CCAC Tournament. SXU (7-9-2, 6-4-1) traveled to Bourbonnais this past Wednesday to face No. 2-seeded Olivet Nazarene University. Officially, the Cougars’ match with Judson was recorded as a 2-2 tie after two overtime periods failed to produce a winner. Junior Brandon Simoes, sophomore Marco Gutierrez, junior Rene Leon and junior Tom Lojek all converted penalty kicks for SXU. Leon’s unassisted tally with under two minutes remaining in regulation created the need for extra sessions. Lojek’s free kick in the 64th minute accounted for the Cougars’ other early marker. Juniors Bruno Oliveira and Michael Berrequin scored for the Tigers during regulation. Olivet was ahead 2-0 after less than 50 minutes had expired, but could do no further damage against SXU senior netminder Kyle Held (seven saves) until tallying a couple times on penalty kicks. *** A goal by sophomore forward Steve Garofalo in the 81st minute proved the difference last Tuesday, as Robert Morris edged the Cougars 3-2 in Arlington Heights.

Although the loss in its regular-season finale didn’t prevent SXU from qualifying for this past weekend’s CCAC Tournament, it did saddle the Cougars with the No. 6 seed. That outcome meant SXU had to open on the road instead of serving as a first-round host, which it would have done with a triumph because the victory would have placed the locals among the top four in the conference standings. The Cougars forged two ties against the Eagles, but never led. SXU answered a goal by Robert Morris’ Gordy Gurson in the 21st minute with one by Simoes 11 minutes later. Gutierrez earned the assist on Simoes’ tally, while Bobby Hurwitz set up Gurson’s score for the Eagles. Robert Morris took a 2-1 lead in the second half when Stefan Zindovic scored on a header in the 55th minute after receiving a pass from Irving Eloiza. Again, though, the Cougars responded as junior defender Xavier Corona beat the Eagles’ keeper in the 71st minute after the latter had deflected a shot by Gutierrez. Zindovic set Garofalo up for the match-winner shortly thereafter. Held was credited with five saves for SXU. MEN’S CROSS COUNTRY After earning their first team berth in the NAIA Championship since 2005 and taking third overall in arguably the toughest cross country conference last Saturday, it has been an exciting last few days for the Cougars. Only defending NAIA champion University of St. Francis and No. 4-ranked Olivet Nazarene finished ahead of SXU at Sunset Hills Farm in Valparaiso,

Ind. The Cougars, who totaled 77 points on Saturday, then learned the next day that they had been given the No. 16 spot in the final NAIA top-25 poll. That, in turn, resulted in SXU receiving on Monday an at-large berth in the national meet, which will be held Nov. 23 at Rim Rock Farm in Lawrence, Kan. At the CCAC event, senior Brian Corcoran led the Cougars by taking fourth among 118 runners. He timed out in 25 minutes, 34 seconds for the 8K race. Sophomore Eric Hancock was next down the chute for SXU, as he wound up ninth after completing the race in 26 minutes flat. Also scoring for the Cougars were senior Shane Kenney (25th in 27:02), freshman Abel Hernandez (26th, 27:05) and junior Kyle Counter (31st, 27:29). Other SXU participants included seniors Chris Sarna (35th, 25:41), Chris Shellenberger (47th, 28:32) and Brian Meyer (48th, 28:35). “It was not one of our better team races, but I can find many bright spots about [Saturday],” Cougars coach Ed McAllister. “Corcoran had an outstanding race. He is really reaching top form, as is Hancock. “We are pretty banged up right now with injuries to Shellenberger and Meyer, and the younger guys, especially Kyle Counter and Abel Hernandez, really stepped up for us this [past] weekend. Finally, senior Shane Kenney had his finest meet of the season. Shane always finds a way to get the job done when the pressure is on the line, and this day was no exception. “It feels great to get the atlarge bid to nationals because this team really deserves it and we’re

reaching our top form.” WOMEN’S CROSS COUNTRY Junior Leslie Rosario’s 14thplace finish topped the Cougars on Saturday at Sunset Hills Farm, a performance that lifted SXU to the No. 5 spot among 11 CCAC schools. Rosario’s 18:50.8 clocking over 5K was good enough to secure for her an individual spot in the upcoming NAIA meet. Senior Anna Galvez took 22nd in a time of 19:41.6 to rank as the Cougars’ second-fastest runner. Other point producers for SXU in its final meet of 2013 were sophomore Dana Martin (23rd, 19:42.6), senior Jordan Wallace (24th, 19:44.5) and sophomore Ann Kolker (27th, 19:48.6). Rounding out the Cougars’ lineup were freshman Nicole Watkins (29th, 19:58.4) and senior Mercedes Mancha (40th, 21:04.8). WOMEN’S SOCCER The Cougars’ 2013 season came to an end last Wednesday in Arlington Heights, where they dropped a 4-2 decision to Robert Morris University in a CCAC match. Sophomore forward Lexi Cozzi and freshman midfielder Delanie Bosworth both scored goals in the second half, but those weren’t enough to extend SXU’s campaign. By finishing ninth in the conference standings, the Cougars (6-11-1, 3-8) did not qualify for the seven-school CCAC Tournament, which got underway this past weekend. The Eagles, who are ranked 20th in the NAIA, played on into the postseason, and they made sure to put SXU in a hole right away by tallying in the fourth minute of Wednesday’s match. They added markers in the 14th

and 45th minutes to establish a 3-0 halftime cushion for themselves. Cozzi’s goal in the 51st minute, off a short shot set up by junior midfielder Monica Chavolla, gained some momentum for the Cougars. Chavolla also assisted on Bosworth’s goal 27 minutes later, which came on a redirected shot, but SXU could get no closer. Junior Danielle Knocius and freshman Alex Perry split time in the nets for the Cougars and made a total of six saves between them.

25-20, 19-25, 25-19 CCAC win over Judson University last Thursday at the Shannon Center. The “Family Night” victory moved SXU up into the No. 6 position in the conference standings heading into the CCAC Tournament, which got underway this past Tuesday. Hacker backed Falsey’s solid play with 14 kills and four blocks (three solos), while Shaffer chipped in with 43 assists, 11 digs and two aces. Additional help came from Galotta (six kills, 19 digs), Aramburu (22 digs, two aces) and freshman right-side hitter Natalie Carberry (eight kills, VOLLEYBALL Mere hours after earning the four digs). CCAC Volleyball Player of the MEN’S BASKETBALL Week award, junior middle hitter Marie Hackert continued her Shoot to thrill — that was impressive play for the Cougars the Cougars’ method of operalast Tuesday night in their four- tion last Saturday afternoon in set win over Roosevelt Univer- Wisconsin. sity at the Goodman Center in The most delighted party was none other than St. Xavier UniChicago. Hackert paced SXU with 13 versity coach Tom O’Malley, who kills and five total blocks as it watched his players put on an notched a 19-25, 25-18, 25-20, 25- offensive clinic during the sec18 triumph. Junior Kelli Shaffer ond half of a nonconference game contributed 35 assists, six digs, against Silver Lake College. After four kills and two service aces to trailing 47-45 at halftime, the Couthe Cougars’ cause, while junior gars erupted for 68 points over outside hitter/defensive specialist the last 20 minutes, an outburst Jessica Galotta and sophomore made possible by an otherworldly middle blocker Heidi Gregerson 82 percent accuracy rate. complemented Hackert’s strong SXU (2-0) connected on 27-of-33 net play with nine kills apiece. second-half field-goal attempts to In addition, Galotta had 10 close the deal on a 113-88 victory. digs, one fewer than junior libero The Cougars used an opening 14-0 Dominique Aramburu’s team-best run to quickly build momentum, total. Aramburu also served a pair as senior guard Brad Karp hit a of aces. trio of baskets — including a 3pointer — and sophomore Josh *** Career-high totals of 14 kills Mawhorr sank a pair of shots. and four aces by sophomore right- “That makes up for a lot of sins side hitter Megan Falsey lifted the the other way,” O’Malley joked of Cougars (16-13, 9-8) to a 25-20, (Continued on page 5)

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Thursday, November 14, 2013 Section 2

College Basketball

PREVIEW MORAINE VALLEY 2012-13 Record: 30-6. Head coach: David Howard Assistant coaches: James Daniels, Tanner Mitchell. • Who’s gone: Karrington Ward, F. • Who’s back: Johnte Shannon, G, So.; Des’nique Harris, G/F, So.; Cameron Juillerat, G, So.; Brett Kaiser, G/F, So.; Derrick Lynn, C/F, So.; Kyle Ward, G, So.; Paulius Otruskevicius, F, So. • Who’s new: Nick Bal, G, Fr.; Steve White, G, Fr. • Outlook: Saying there’s almost nowhere to go but down for the Cyclones might seem a bit cynical, but the statement does carry with it a kernel of truth. Moraine Valley College came within one step of reaching the pinnacle last March, as it played for the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II national championship for the first time in school history. The Cyclones had to settle for being runner-up, but that didn’t diminish the sense of accomplishment one iota. Nor did the near-miss prompt Dedrick Shannon to stick around for another year and take one more shot at the crown. Shannon exited the scene after nine seasons of guiding the Moraine program, and he proved a worthy successor to longtime leader Bill Finn. Now, it’s time for another ex-Cyclone to try his hand at creating hoops magic. David Howard, who played for Shannon during the 200506 campaign, is the new man in charge, and he’ll have to hit the floor running. Not only did Shannon’s final team set the bar awfully high, but the Division II pollsters are keeping it there — Moraine opened the 2013-14 season ranked 12th nationally. Howard will attempt to maintain a standard of excellence minus the services of All-American forward Karrington Ward, who capped his sophomore year by posting four straight scoring-rebounding double-doubles in the national tournament. While Ward is unquestionably a huge loss for the Cyclones, the cupboard is by no means bare. Ward’s brother, Kyle, was lost midway through last season with an injury, but is now healthy and eager to make his own mark on Moraine basketball. All-Illinois No. 10 11 12 15 20 21 22 24 25 32 33 34 35 40

Skyway Collegiate Conference guard Johnte Shannon is another welcome returnee, and Howard will also benefit from having playoff-tested guys like gritty Brett Kaiser (Stagg), 6foot-6 forward Derrick Lynn, swingman Des’nique Harris and guard Cameron Juillerat back in the fold. Moraine has a total of 10 sophomores on the roster, which should help Howard enjoy his inaugural season. The rookie boss wants to tap into his guys’ hoops IQ and make achievement as much about the mental as the physical. Howard also plans on granting his athletes a fair amount of idea input, thereby giving them a greater sense of program ownership and, by extension, an increased desire to do whatever is necessary to keep the wins coming in bunches. But the Whitney Young grad isn’t only about on-court feats. Like Shannon before him, Howard wants well-rounded individuals in his midst, the kind to whom academics and character are placed on an equal footing with sports. Having seen his own basketball career cut short by a serious knee injury, Howard would prefer that his guys prepare themselves for any eventuality. • Coach’s comments: “My philosophy is to teach life through basketball. At some point, you have to hang up the laces and work. I want the players prepared. I want them to work on the court and in the classroom, and develop them as young men of high quality and character and [be] top citizens as a whole. It’s a tough task, but I welcome it, and I believe I can make a difference. “I’m expecting these [veteran] guys to carry the load because they gave their blood, sweat and tears last year [and] they know what it takes. I’ll rely on them to push themselves and their teammates. “This [position] is a dream come true because I wanted to coach on the collegiate level. This is not a job I have to peel myself out of bed for. I’m grateful that Coach Finn and Dedrick opened this door for me, and now I have to make the best of it. If we don’t return to nationals, I’ll be disappointed and feel I let everyone down.” — Howard.

MORAINE VALLEY

Name Faddie Daifullah Nick Bal Cameron Juillerat Paulius Otruskevicius John Curran Denton Wallace Kyle Ward Brett Kaiser Robert Hurd Steve White Johnte Shannon Brennan Ivory Des’nique Harris Derrick Lynn

SXU (Continued from page 4) his guys’ marksmanship. “That might be as many [points] as we’ve ever scored [in one half].” As he has been so many times in his collegiate career, Karp was SXU’s ringleader as he tossed in 34 points on 13-of-16 shooting. He augmented his offensive production with 15 rebounds and six steals. Mawhorr (17 points on 7of-11 shooting) and senior Michael Simpson (17 on 6-of-9 accuracy) were other pivotal figures for the Cougars. Also lending a hand were Andre Arrington and Tony Core, both of whom tallied nine points. Thirteen players saw floor time for SXU and 11 of them registered at least two points. Part of the reason the Cougars waited until the second half to shift their attack into overdrive was because they were coping with foul trouble prior to intermission. Three of SXU’s regular starters were saddled with three fouls before 10 minutes had elapsed. “Guys that wouldn’t be starting normally played a lot,” O’Malley said. “We used everybody on the bench for half the game. It’s a learning process, but we’re scoring a lot of points and it’s a good start on one end of the floor.” Of course, O’Malley’s first basketball love is a stingy defense, which has long been a hallmark of his squads, both at SXU and in the high school ranks. And in some ways, the current Cougars have already exhibited strength in that area — for instance, they forced a total of 49 turnovers in their first two outings. However, O’Malley pointed to Silver Lake’s 51 percent shooting as evidence that all is not

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Ht. 6-1 6-0 — 6-2 6-7 6-4 6-1 6-3 5-10 6-3 6-1 6-7 6-4 6-6

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yet ideal. “The competition hasn’t been that stiff yet, [but] we’re not doing as much defensively [as we can be],” he said. “It’s a little easier to get them to play offense, but guys are still getting used to the fact they have to stay in front of kids. “What kid out there doesn’t think he’s quick enough [to guard someone]? But they have to learn to not slap at the ball and leave an opening in the middle of the floor. We’re going to learn to play defense soon.” St. Xavier 95 Indiana Northwest 71 The Cougars had little difficult vanquishing Indiana University Northwest in their season-opener last Tuesday, as point runs at the onset of both halves enabled the locals to maintain control the entire way. Kyle Huppe nailed two 3s and Mawhorr included one among his pair of baskets to put SXU on course for a 15-4 getaway. Huppe also dished out two assists, as did Simpson. The Cougars’ lead stood at a hefty 51-31 midway through the contest, then they put the game beyond IU Northwest’s reach by embarking on an 18-4 surge when play got underway in the second half. Four Karp layups sparked the run. Karp had 25 points, six rebounds, five steals and three assists to pace SXU, while Mawhorr was a perfect 7-of-7 from the field en route to a 19-point evening. The latter was the Cougars’ leader both on the glass (seven boards) and assist-wise (eight). “Josh is giving us a whole lot,” O’Malley said. A year ago, SXU’s top six players all averaged double-digit

ST. XAVIER 2012-13 Record: 29-6. Head coach: Tom O’Malley. Assistant coaches: Tony Bates, Rick Romeli, DeVon Chandler. • Who’s gone: Roosevelt Green, G; Anthony Grant, G; Dominique Harvey, F; Shane Zackery, G; Mike Beutel, G; Sean Crary, G. • Who’s back: Brad Karp, G, Sr. (21.4 ppg., 9.0 rpg., 56 FG Pct., 71 steals); Jack Krieger, G, Jr. (14.0 ppg., 5.5 rpg., 1.5 apg., 1.4 spg., 51 FG Pct., 44 3-point FG Pct.); Josh Mawhorr, F, So. (6.3 ppg., 3.8 rpg., 1.0 bpg., 51 FG Pct.); Munir Smith, G, Sr. (2.8 ppg., 2.8 rpg.); Tony Core, F, So. (2.3 ppg., 1.7 rpg., 53 FG Pct.). • Who’s new: Michael Simpson, G, Sr.; Andre Arrington, F, Jr.; Darius Draper, G, So.; Kyle Huppe, G, Fr.; Kody Kleinrichert, F, Fr.; Kyle Tacket, G/F, Fr.; Matthew Wright, F, Fr. • Outlook: Fourteen 20-win seasons in the 16 years since Tom O’Malley took over as head coach indicates that the Cougars deservedly rate as one of the nation’s upper-echelon NAIA hoops programs. Even with that pedigree, however, St. Xavier University gave itself an especially tough act to follow this winter. That’s what 29 victories — including one in the national tourney for only the third time in school history and a regular-season decision over eventual Division II national champion Cardinal Stritch University — will do for a team’s reputation. The Cougars rose as high as No. 7 in the weekly D-II rankings last season. Repeating that level of accomplishment obviously won’t be easy, particularly since three key figures from the 2012-13 squad — guards Roosevelt Green and Anthony Grant and forward Dominique Harvey — have exhausted their eligibility. SXU’s quest for continued excellence will also be hampered by the uncertain physical status of junior guard Jack Krieger. An All-Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference honorable-mention selection as a sophomore, Krieger is trying to come back from an offseason injury and could miss a significant portion of the upcoming campaign. If that occurs, more pressure will be placed on the shoulders of senior guard Brad Karp. For-

2013-14 TRINITY CHRISTIAN 2012-13 Record: 11-21. Head coach: Brandon Nicol. Assistant coaches: Trey Clarkson, Tyler DeKoekkoek, Andrew Kovacik. • Who’s gone: B.J. Wortham, G. • Who’s back: Ezekiel Odonkor, F, Jr. (7.9 ppg., 8.8 rpg.); Cody Rhorer, G, Jr. (8.7 ppg.); Jake Van Den Berg, F, Sr. (6.7 ppg.); Logan Vos, G/F, Jr.; David Buffham, G, So.; Marcus Devers, F, Jr. • Who’s new: Jared Jones, G, Fr.; Jalen Walker, G, Fr.; Ryan Tubbs, G, Fr.; Joe Hehir, G, Fr.; Evan Pratt, G, Fr.; Christian Cantu, G, Fr.; Corey Bulthuis, G, Fr.; Ethan Smart, G/F, Fr.; Trey Johnson, C, Fr. • Outlook: Basketball has never been a one-man game, no matter how much talent a particular individual may possess. The Trolls discovered that last year when they too often leaned on B.J. Wortham at crunch time. While his 21.8 points-pergame scoring average indicated Wortham was certainly worthy of being Trinity Christian College’s go-to guy, opposing teams also knew where the ball was usually headed when a game was on the line. So if Wortham was stopped, the Trolls — whose average margin of defeat was just over three points — often were as well. Wortham has used up his collegiate eligibility, meaning Trinity’s offense has a huge hole to fill. While that part is inarguable, what is open to conjecture is if Wortham’s absence is downright debilitating to the Trolls. If the 2013-14 season-opener was any indication, the answer is a definitive “no” because Trinity defeated Indiana UniversityKokomo behind four doubledigit scorers, two of which also grabbed at least 12 rebounds. Granted, the schedule will get tougher once the Trolls enter into the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference portion of it, but Trinity coach Brandon Nicol had sufficient reason to No. 3 10 15 20 21 22 23 24 30 32 34 35 40 45 50

feel good at the outset. Six-foot-7 Ezekiel Odonkor and 6-5 Jake Van Den Berg are the Trolls’ big guns up front. Assuming Odonkor can avoid the injury bug this winter, he’s a strong candidate to average a season-long double-double, as he was just 2.1 points and 1.2 rebounds away from doing so as a sophomore. Van Den Berg’s 19 rebounds versus IU-Kokomo was a welcome sight, too. Cody Rhorer is another player expected to carry a bigger part of the load this time around. Trinity’s veteran nucleus isn’t as large as its group of newcomers, but one of the latter has already stepped forward. Jared Jones’ college debut was indeed impressive, as he went 6-of-9 from 3-point range and tossed in a game-high 22 points, a performance he augmented with six assists. Lemont graduate Joe Hehir and Chicago Christian product Corey Bulthuis are two other freshmen who could become influential figures before very long. Like Odonkor, Bulthuis was dogged by physical maladies a year ago, but he still managed to play well enough to earn all-area status as a prep senior. If Nicol gets the kind of balanced attack the Trolls displayed in Game 1 on a steady basis, and it’s combined with the aggressive defensive style the coach prefers, Trinity could become a much tougher out for foes. Seeing as how they finished only four games below .500 in conference action, any improvement may be enough to position the Trolls in the upper half of the league standings and make this their best season to date under Nicol. • Coach’s comments: “We’ll definitely have more balance this year. We’re a young team, with nine freshmen, but I’m pleased with our work ethic. We could average 20 assists a game, and every night one of six or seven guys could be our leading scorer.” — Nicol.

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tunately for SXU, he has proved fully capable of carrying a large load. Pegged as a second-team NAIA Division II All-American and the CCAC Player of the Year at the end of last season, Karp became just the fifth Cougar to surpass the 2,000-point plateau in his career and will assuredly depart next spring as one of SXU’s all-time greats. But anyone who thinks Karp is only a one-trick, offense-driven pony hasn’t been paying close attention. As a junior, he did his scoring while shooting a teambest 56 percent from the floor, and Karp was just one rebound shy of averaging double figures per game in that category as well. Defensively, he was No. 2 among Cougars defenders with 71 steals. Expect sophomore forwards Josh Mawhorr and Tony Core to play more significant roles this time around, and defensive-minded guard Munir Smith should also be a pivotal presence. Fortifying SXU’s roster will be transfers Michael Simpson (Cardinal Stritch), Andre Arrington (Simpson College) and Darius Draper (University of St. Francis), the latter of whom prepped at Stagg. The 6-foot-6 Draper’s versatility could prove useful in creating positional depth. Freshmen hailing from four different states are also part of the newtalent influx. While flirting with the 30-win level may not be in the cards again, Karp will make sure SXU remains dangerous every time it takes the floor. Voters in NAIA Division II apparently agree, as they assigned a preseason No. 11 ranking to the Cougars. If Krieger returns to full health sooner rather than later, that’ll be a big boost and could place SXU right back in a position to seriously challenge for the CCAC championship, and perhaps much more. • Coach’s comments: “The injury to Jack Krieger hurts because he was a consistent shooter and scorer for us last year, but there is a chance he might get to play for us in the second half of the season. We have some solid post players returning as well and we have added some talented transfers. “We [still] expect to have another very competitive and successful season, especially with the return of Brad Karp.” — O’Malley.

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points and were pretty much in- over, setting the stage for Praase’s Stuut, the group included junior terchangeable parts, which made late-game heroics. SXU coach Bob guard Suzie Broski (16 points on the Cougars a difficult matchup Hallberg quickly called a timeout 8-of-12 shooting), senior guard for many opponents. However, to design the game-winning play, Jordan Brandt (13 points on 5half of that sextet has graduated which included junior forward of-6 shooting, including three 3s) and junior Jack Krieger is recover- Morgan Stuut drawing the de- and sophomore forward Caitlin ing from a torn ACL and won’t fense on a drive down the lane McMahon (11 points). be available to SXU for a while, that turned into a kick-out pass As a team, the Cougars shot 48 percent (28-of-59) from the floor so Mawhorr’s early contributions to Praase for the final bucket. Stuut led the Cougars with 17 and sank 19-of-21 free throws. have been most welcomed. The Cougars play twice this points, 12 rebounds and seven UIC led briefly in the opening minutes of play before SXU weekend in Trinity Christian assists. College’s annual four-team, pre- “I’m so proud of our team used a 15-5 scoring run over the Thanksgiving tournament. Other and the intensity they exhibited game’s next seven minutes to upcoming dates include clashes over the entire 40 minutes of the build a 19-10 lead. Junior Marwith defending NAIA Division game,” Hallberg said. “[It was] an garet Wildner’s layup capped the II national champion Cardinal amazing shot by Sidney Praase, surge with 8:39 remaining in the Stritch and Division I heavy- who came in cold off the bench first half. The Cougars got up by for that final play and hits the as many as 10 points before setweight Arizona Christian. “We’re going to find out real game-winning 3-pointer. What a tling for a 34-27 advantage at quick how good we are,” O’Malley great way to launch her college intermission. career after missing her entire The Flames shot just 25 percent said. SXU was also ranked among freshman season due to injury. the preseason top 25 in Division “This was truly a team effort, II, but O’Malley isn’t reading too though, with 10 different players contributing for us and everyone much into that status. “I’m sure they’re unaware of keeping their composure against the situation with Jack Krieger,” a tough Division I team. What he said of the pollsters. “They’re a great way to start our new not seeing the reality; they’re only season.” seeing that you have three guys SXU had four players score back from a team that won 29 in double figures. In addition to games. “I’m not against being ranked, but preseason rankings mean SIGN UP TO GET FREE nothing as far as I’m concerned. No matter what happens [in that AMBER ALERTS regard], you get to be there at theSIGN UP TO GET FREE ON YOUR CELL PHONE. end if you win enough games.” AMBER ALERTS — Ken Karrson

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over the first 20 minutes, but an aggressive start to the second half quickly brought them within 3431. Jumpers by McMahon and Broski got SXU’s lead back out to seven, and a Stuut layup eventually increased the margin to 53-41, the Cougars’ largest edge of the evening. But UIC roared back to create a 60-all tie with 7 ½ minutes left, then got up by seven (71-64) with 4:48 remaining. Instead of wilting, though, SXU fought back as Stuut, Broski and Niara Harris all hit clutch buckets. Harris’ layup at the 1:18 mark established the final deadlock at 77. The Cougars played their home opener this past Wednesday versus Trinity International University.

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man guard Sidney Praase with two seconds left in regulation gave the NAIA Division II No. 9-ranked Cougars a stunning 80-79 victory over NCAA Division I University of Illinois-Chicago Friday night at the UIC Pavilion in Chicago. With 15 seconds remaining, the host Flames turned the ball

Section 2 Thursday, November 14, 2013

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with their hearts and did a great job of playing to the whistle on every play.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; As has become customary over the past several weeks, Nic Weishar stepped forward in a measurable on Maristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s defensive behalf. The Notre Dame-bound receiver registered a dozen tackles and one sack, but most important was his fourth-period fumble return. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Teammate Ryan Mishka had knocked the ball loose from a Bolingbrook playerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grasp and it popped up into Weisharâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hands. From there, Weishar took it 32 yards into the Raidersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; end zone for a go-ahead score. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The defensive TD was Weisharâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s third since he became a regular on that side of the ball in Week 8 against Benet Academy. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a tremendous leader with the turnovers,â&#x20AC;? Dunne said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The momentum has certainly turned [in our favor] since the Benet game, and every one of those [defensive] guys is contributing.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Weisharâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fumble recovery was one of three big plays Marist delivered in the second half that proved stifling to Bolingbrook. The preceding offensive series had also ended unhappily for the Raiders, whose field-goal attempt was blocked by RedHawks junior Jawill Aldridge. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; On the heels of a good kickoff return, Bolingbrook had advanced all the way down to Maristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 15yard line before getting pushed backwards by a chop-block penalty. The hosts tried for three points after that. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Also derailing the home team was the possession that followed Weisharâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s touchdown. Mishka interrupted that one with an interception on the Raidersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; side of the field, and the RedHawks eventually capitalized on Peter Andreottiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 1-yard scoring run. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Maristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first TD was generated on its initial series of the evening, with quarterback Jack Donegan doing the honors on a 4-yard keeper. The RedHawks squandered a chance to add to their point total one possession later when a drive stalled at the Bolingbrook 18, but Dunne still liked what he saw from his offense in the early going. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;We believed time of possession and field position was going to be a big thing for us,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was important to keep sticking to the game plan. We believe in these guys, and they went out and executed.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Maristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 7-0 lead held up until just before halftime. The Raiders were on the verge of coming up dry after journeying deep into RedHawks territory, as receiver Neo Armstrong lost his grip on the ball at the visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 4. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; However, Parrker Westphal alertly pounced on it in the Marist end zone to pull Bolingbrook even at the break. But whatever emotional thrust the Raiders might have gained from that fortuitous happening was gradually extinguished as the second half wore on. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Weishar and Mishka (seven tackles) werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the RedHawksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; only difference-makers on the defensive side. Also having an impact were Marcus Pitts (13 tackles, including two for loss), Marco Weidman (13 tackles), Isaiah Bickhem (nine tackles, including two for loss, one sack) and David Nelson (nine tackles). â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our guys have faced adver-

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Cross country runners (from left) Jessica Flores, Aileen Gorman, Thomas Cira, Dawad Palac and Brandon Ceh represented Moraine Valley College at last Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NJCAA meet in Iowa.

Moraine Photo by Jeff Vorva (Continued from page 3) Maristâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jawill Aldridge (20) found yardage hard to come by Friday night at Bolingbrook. The junior finished with 50 rushing yards. turn to nationals next fall. They were outstanding representatives of their school.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; On the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s side, Dawid Palac set the pace for Moraine by taking 123rd among 298 participants in the 8K race. He hit the chute in 28:08. Brandon Ceh (202nd in 29:38) and Thomas Cira (226th, 30:07) also ran for the Cyclones at the national level, Cira doing so for the second straight season. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Conditions were tough â&#x20AC;&#x201D; gusty winds on a wide-open, rolling course â&#x20AC;&#x201D; but they persevered, and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m very proud of their achievement,â&#x20AC;? Horstmeyer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a good day for the Moraine Valley Cyclones. They represented their school very well and finished their season on a strong note. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;This was Thomasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; last junior college race, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great place to finish his two-year stint: at the national championship. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really pleased with his accomplishment [of being] a two-time Photo by Jeff Vorva national qualifier. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lifetime Marist quarterback Jack Donegan receives instructions from experience and well-deserved.â&#x20AC;? coach Pat Dunne in Friday nightâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Class 8A second-round playoff â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Horstmeyer also had high praise for Palac and Ceh. game against Bolingbrook. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are first-year runners who gained a lot of experience,â&#x20AC;? sity this season, but I think the Statistics he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their effort at nationals schedule has really helped us,â&#x20AC;? Dunne said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been in a lot Marist 7 0 0 14 - 21 was exemplary. We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be of close games [before this], and Bolingbrook 0 7 0 0 - â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 7 happier for them. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;They now have something they we treat every play as the most critical play.â&#x20AC;? MA will always remember, and it will â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Along with his defensive hero- First downs 15 be a strong motivator for them ics, Weishar chipped in five catches Yds. rushing 130 to work hard over the offseason and 57 yards to the Marist attack. Yds. passing 135 so they can qualify again.â&#x20AC;? WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SOCCER Flynn Nagel had six receptions for Total yds. 265 51 yards and rushed for 19 more, Att./comp. 22-14 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The soccer season ended too and both Aldridge and Andreotti Fumbles/lost 0-0 soon for the Cyclones, but imamassed 50 yards on the ground. Had intercepted 1 provements throughout the year, Donegan completed 14 of his 22 Penalties/yds. 4-40 a couple of impressive matches passes for 135 yards. Punts/avg. 2-39.6 and a strong team bond made 2013 worthwhile. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; True to form, Dunne didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; It was a slow start for Moraine, want to bask very long in this Scoring latest bit of RedHawks glory. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; MA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Jack Donegan, 4-yd. run (Cillian which allowed 26 goals in its first four matchups. Once the playâ&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was great on Friday night, Hannon kick) but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re on to Oswego,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; BB â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Parrker Westphal, fumble reâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone this time of year is a covery in Marist end zone (Alan Klein great team, and Oswego is on a kick) nine-game winning streak. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; MA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Nic Weishar, 32-yd. fumble glad [the gameâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s] at home, but it return (Hannon kick) comes down to execution. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; MA â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Peter Andreotti, 1-yd. run (Hanâ&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;On our end, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m proud of non kick) them as a team, but weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a lot of improvement we can still Marist Rushing: Andreotti 20-50, Aldridge make. We have to learn from the 8-50, Nagel 4-19, Donegan 6-11. Passing: [Bolingbrook] game and just keep Donegan 22-14-135. Receiving: Nagel getting better.â&#x20AC;? 6-51, Weishar 5-57, Ferguson 3-27.

ers settled into their positions, however, they jelled. During one midseason stretch, the Cyclones gave up just five goals over seven matches, and they ended the year with fewer markers surrendered than in the season before. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; All-Region IV and Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference players Patricia Tuxford (Richards) and Jill Kossifos (Mt. Assisi), and all-conference selections Kathleen Gribbon (Marist) and Samantha Reyes (Marist) greatly aided Moraine keeper Diana Lozano (Richards) defensively. Lozano was not originally a netminder, but quickly learned the position and grew stronger as the season progressed. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Although the Cyclones finished with an overall 6-7-1 record (23-1 in the ISCC), they surprised a couple of tough competitors. Morton College, one of the top conference teams, was held to a 1-1 deadlock after two overtimes. Moraine also stepped up its game in a playoff match with Elgin College, a team the Cyclones lost to early in the season but then defeated 2-1 to advance to the Region IV semifinals. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I would have liked to do better, and we werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t where I wanted us to be offensively, but we did win games where some teams looked better on paper,â&#x20AC;? Moraine coach Jim Knawa said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They played better than their element at times and surprised a lot of people. This close-knit team really bonded. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m proud of them.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Offensive production is high on the list of priorities next season, which is a challenge when a majority of south-suburban high school teams focus on defense. With the potential return of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freshmen and the recruitment of some offense, the Cyclones should have a strong foundation on which to build in 2014. WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BASKETBALL â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Four clutch free throws were key to the Cyclonesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; latest win, as

they edged Kennedy-King College 59-55 last Tuesday. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Things didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go Moraineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way early on, as it fell behind by as many as 14 points in the first half. The Cyclones regrouped at the break and used a 20-4 run to climb back into the hunt. Moraine got up by seven at one juncture, but back-to-back unforced errors eventually helped Kennedy-King pull even at 55-all. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; However, Sam Holler (Sandburg) was fouled after snaring an offensive rebound and sank both free throws. Aileen Gorman then made a steal, drew a foul and hit two charity tosses to establish a four-point margin with seven seconds remaining and seal the deal for the Cyclones. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; In her first game following a successful cross country season, Gorman totaled eight points, six rebounds and four assists in only 20 minutes of action. Maggie Yandel and Katie McGann scored 18 and 12 points, respectively, to fuel Moraineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offense, while Jamilla Jones collected a team-high 12 rebounds. MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BASKETBALL â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; In their season opener on Nov. 2, their first test with new coaches and a new system, the Cyclones lacked fire on the court. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pretty, as Moraine fell to a 109-64 defeat against Kishwaukee College. According to first-year boss David Howard, both players and coaches were missing a cohesive vision, which prompted him to â&#x20AC;&#x153;go back to the drawing board and [have everyone] work harder.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kishwaukee is a great team that is well-coached, [but] we were outcoached and outplayed,â&#x20AC;? Howard said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a week-anda-half before we play again. We must work hard and not make excuses.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Johnte Shannon had 19 points and four assists for the Cyclones in the setback, while Kyle Ward scored 18 points.

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Thursday, November 14, 2013 Section 2

the Lady Spartans’ ringleader. Leah Kamp (five kills), Maggie Cavanaugh (seven digs) and In(Continued from page 2) diana Wesleyan University-bound Emily Workman (eight assists, one Standouts versus Sandburg inkill, one block) paced Christian. cluded DeJarld (10 kills, seven Kamp helped the Lady Knights digs, two blocks), Caffey (six kills, stay competitive in Game 2 after two blocks), Clark (six kills, two they never really challenged St. blocks), Joyce (26 assists, five kills, Francis in the opener. The Lady nine digs) and Cahill (five digs). Spartans broke out a to a 15-3 Caffey was the difference-maker lead in Game 1. for McAuley in Game 1, as her *** four kills and one block helped the Christian downed Evergreen Macs rally from a 15-12 deficit. Park (25-17, 25-22) and Queen McAuley’s second-set win was of Peace (25-13, 19-25, 25-23) to realized after it went on an 8-1 claim its sectional crown. run to extend a slim 13-11 ad The Pride entered the sectional vantage. final with a 10-27 ledger, but gave “It’s always a battle when you the Lady Knights all they wanted face a rival, especially in the playas far as a test. Peace and Chrisoffs,” Coach DeJarald said. “Sandtian were tied at 22 in the third burg is always a tough place to set before the latter squeezed out play at anyway with 2,000 fans in a victory. the stands. We played real well and Knights coach James Garcia we stuck to our game plan. publicly acknowledged the Pride’s “We knew their outsides and solid performance, something that right sides were strong, so we meant a lot to Peace leader Meran a special blocking scheme gan Jones. against them. We ran the middle “Chicago Christian’s AD [Eric efficiently. We knew, in the end, Brauer] and coach complimented we would have to execute our us on our play and how far we’ve game plan and not be distracted come,” Jones said. “It’s real nice by their game plan.” to receive that kind of sportsman Playing well in defeat for the ship and respect. Lady Eagles were Julia Borschel “Unfortunately, one team had (10 kills), Bridget Lebert (five to win, [but] I am so proud of kills), Sami Knight (19 assists) the way my girls played. They and Kelly McGovern (12 digs). played outstanding. It was one Borschel and Lebert were key figof those losses that just didn’t ures in keeping Sandburg close for feel like a loss.” a long while in Game 2. That much was evident in Pride athletes’ post-match reaction. “The girls were high-fiving themselves because they were so proud of the way they played,” Jones said. “As a coach, it’s a match I’ll never forget.” Michelle Frederick and Sam Stirn put down nine and eight kills, respectively, and the former also had nine digs for Peace. They joined forces to lead the Pride’s comeback from a 16-11 deficit and create the aforementioned 22-all tie. Also chipping in for Peace were Becka Huerta (13 digs) and Colleen Corbett (11 assists, four aces). Three of Corbett’s serves spurred the Pride in their Game 2 triumph. “It’s a very nice way to end the season if we were going to lose,” Jones said. “I was so excited for them. It speaks well of where the volleyball program is headed.” Jessica Krygsheld and Kamp both registered 13 kills for Christian, and the two also combined for 14 digs. Workman supplied 20 assists, nine digs and three kills. *** Anna Kamp had a match-high nine kills and Leah Kamp added a balanced five-block, three-kill, two-ace stat line to lift the Lady Knights to their semifinal victory over Evergreen. Krygsheld (four kills) and Workman (seven assists, three kills) were other Christian notables. Emma Przeslicke (five kills) and Maddie Vojacek (nine digs) topped the Lady Mustangs (13-18), who were knotted at 20 in Game 2 following a kill by Kelly Shine. QUEEN OF PEACE Photo by Jeff Vorva To reach the sectional champiSandburg’s Sami Knight uncorks a serve last Thursday against onship match, the Pride defeated Brooks Prep 25-19, 25-21 in one of Mother McAuley in a Class 4A sectional final.

Bulldogs (Continued from page 1) or we’ll be turning our stuff in [for the end of the season]. “It was a little disheartening and you’re definitely scared [at halftime]. Argo’s got some athletes and can make some plays, and you think they’re feeling like, ‘We’re playing with them — one play and we can be tied, or go ahead.’ But we knew there were plays there [for us] and we just needed to make them.” Carpenter did that right away, as he took a slant pass from Hasan Muhammad-Rogers early in the third period and turned it into a

SANDBURG To reach the sectional championship match, the Lady Eagles defeated Marist 25-23, 25-18 last Tuesday. Lebert (nine kills), Leah Lane (seven), Borschel (five), Knight (15 assists, 13 digs) and Kathleen Bollito (14 service points) were Sandburg’s headliners. Lane fueled a late Lady Eagles surge in the first set as her three kills provided the locals with their final points. Game 2 looked to be all Sandburg after it raced out to a 12-3 lead, but the Lady RedHawks (2710) narrowed the gap to 19-18 before the Lady Eagles regained their footing and closed out the match. Colleen Reilly, Lizzie Zaleski and Cameron Enright all had six kills to lead Marist. Also making their presences felt were Molly Mayo (22 assists) and Carolyn Yerkes (18 digs). CHICAGO CHRISTIAN After winning their own Class 3A sectional, the Lady Knights fell short of dethroning defending state champ Wheaton-St. Francis in the Joliet Catholic Supersectional on Saturday. For the second year in a row, the Lady Spartans aced Chicago Christian out of a Final Four berth, this time by a 25-10, 25-15 verdict. The win was St. Francis’ third over the Lady Knights (28-12) this season. Sam Dubiel (15 digs) was

76-yard TD. The same two athletes then collaborated on scoring completions of 9 and 45 yards before the stanza ran out. “He took the game over in the third quarter, really,” Sheehan said of Carpenter. “He put us on his shoulders and carried us home. “Some of the moves he made on those 76- and 45-yard touchdowns were ridiculous. He’d stop and turn around — if you saw them, your mouth would drop.” Johnson’s 39-yard dash, which was followed by Richards’ only successful conversion of the evening, completed the hosts’ output in the fourth quarter. As for the Bulldogs’ defense, it

registered its fifth whitewash in six weeks. “It’s unheard of,” Sheehan said, referring to Richards’ stretch of dominance on that side of the ball. “It’s a testament to those guys and our coaches for getting them prepared. It’s fun to watch.” While Argo made greater headway than it had in its initial clash with the Bulldogs, its 151 total yards weren’t going to get it done here. That was less than one-third of Richards’ total yardage, and the Bulldogs also generated four times as many first downs (24-6) as their foe. Starring for Richards on defense were Romel Hill (nine tackles, one

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Chicago Christian’s Emily Workman sets a shot during last Tuesday’s Class 3A sectional semifinal match against Evergreen Park. The Lady Knights beat the Lady Mustangs and then Queen of Peace to capture the sectional title. last Tuesday’s semifinals. Huerta (15 digs, four aces), Stirn (seven kills), Corbett (four kills) and Frederick (six digs, four kills) led the charge for Peace. Brooks jumped out to an early 7-4 lead in the first game, but Huerta came back a few points later with three consecutive aces in what would be the eventual downfall for the Lady Eagles: serve-receive. The Pride led the second set from start to finish. For a number of weeks, Peace had been playing volleyball at a level that was far above what one would expect to see from a squad sporting a record well below .500. Winding up just shy of a sectional title with a 10-28 ledger seemed almost unfathomable. “I was so excited for the girls because they so struggled with the record and played against so many teams that they were outmatched against,” Jones said. “So for us to achieve the postseason success that we did was extremely satisfying.” Creating even more optimism is the fact that the Pride will lose

just three seniors to graduation, which makes the future even brighter. “We already have girls jumping into club volleyball on a high note and furthering their skills,” Jones said. “Our girls are already moving in the right direction, and I’m very excited about the future of the program.” MT. ASSISI The Screeching Eagles’ goal of a sectional championship fell short as they dropped a tough 25-16, 23-25, 25-14 decision to Fieldcrest in the semifinals of the Class 2A El Paso-Gridley Sectional last Tuesday. Even more painful, according to head coach Karen Van Assen, was that the match was very winnable. “The girls were disappointed because they didn’t come ready to play,” Van Assen said. “One thing that I talked about to the girls was having no regrets, but regrets do stink. Now, they realize it. They wish they could go back, but they know they can’t.”

sack, interception), Andrew Venerable (eight tackles) and Kenny Spey (six stops, one sack). Savon Robinson and Ramonta Hill also tackled Argonauts quarterback Jason Noel behind the line of scrimmage, as the Bulldogs finished with five sacks. Corde O’Neal and D’Ken Jones were Argo’s leading yardage men in defeat. O’Neal gained 48 yards on two receptions, while Jones rushed for 38 on 11 carries. “The second half, we came to play and took care of business,” Sheehan said. “We hung tough, and we were just happy to get out with a win and be able to move on.” Carpenter chalked up 229 total

yards to pace Richards on offense, Scoring while Johnson rushed for a team- HLR — Romeo Johnson, 1-yd. run best 135. (kick failed)

Statistics Argo Richards First downs Yds. rushing Yds. passing Total yds. Att./comp. Fumbles/lost Had intercepted Penalties/yds. Punts/avg.

0 0 0 6 0 18

0 - 0 7 - 31

Argo 6 58 93 151 30-9 1-0 1 5-55 —

HLR 24 224 263 487 33-19 1-1 1 8-105 1-30.0

MaryKate Wetzel dished out 20 assists and Kelly Magliano had 14 kills to pace Mt. Assisi (19-19). In spite of the loss, Van Assen expressed satisfaction for her team’s overall play in 2013 and how far the core of seniors had come since breaking into the varsity lineup as sophomores. “When you look back, this group as sophomore barely won 10 matches,” she said. “They really stepped up this season. They grew a lot and believed in themselves. They did it with a lot of hard work and dedication. “I preach that because everyone else works hard and is dedicated. One consolation in the loss was that we lost to a contender who is now playing in the state finals. It’s better to lose to a team that advances rather than losing in the next match.” Anna Broadhurst (183 kills, 51 blocks, 237 digs), Wetzel (622 assists), Magliano (312 kills, 72 blocks) and Jessica Jakubowski (300 digs) were Mt. Assisi’s statistical leaders for the season.

HLR — Tacari Carpenter, 76-yd. pass from Hasan Muhammad-Rogers (run failed) HLR — Carpenter, 9-yd. pass from Muhammad-Rogers (pass failed) HLR — Carpenter, 45-yd. pass from Muhammad-Rogers (conversion failed) HLR — Johnson, 39-yd. run (Shawn Chiaramonte kick)

Richards Rushing: Johnson 14-135, Carpenter 2-40, Doyle 6-30, MuhammadRogers 8-19. Passing: Muhammad-Rogers 32-19-263, Barker 1-0-0. Receiving: Carpenter 9-189, Tears 4-38, Willett 3-22, Shannon 2-17, Johnson 1-(-3).

Photo by Steve Neuhaus

Richards’ Tacari Carpenter has open space in front of him after catching one of his nine passes Friday night against Argo. Carpenter scored three third-quarter touchdowns to help the Bulldogs beat the Argonauts for the second time this season, 31-0. and advance into the Class 6A quarterfinals.

Photo by Steve Neuhaus

Richards coach Tony Sheehan congratulates running back Pat Doyle following the Bulldogs’ 31-0 playoff victory over Argo Saturday night in Oak Lawn.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES 2004-R1 Plaintiff, v . � DAWN FRY AKA DAWN T. FRY, TONY FRY D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 18183 9348 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE HICKORY HILLS, IL 6 0 4 5 7 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 3, 2010, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 6, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9348 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-302-037-0000. The real estate is improved with a brick house; attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1009527. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1009527 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 18183 TJSC#: 33-21643 I570407

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , � P l a i n t i f f � V . � GARY J. PETERS A/K/A GARY PETERS; BAXTER CREDIT UNION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, D e f e n d a n t s � 09 CH 51958 Property Address: 8727 SOUTH 81ST COURT HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 09-032148 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on September 5, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on December 6, 2013, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 8727 South 81st Court, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Permanent Index No.: 23-02-205-025 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $ 203,898.41. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I565757

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-BC4 Plaintiff, v . � FRANK OSKOREP A/K/A FRANK T. OSKOREP, LORRAINE M. OSKOREP Defendants 12 CH 021702 9132 STRATFORD LANE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 26, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 2, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9132 STRATFORD LANE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-10-411-014. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-08134. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-08134 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 021702 TJSC#: 33-19680 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I569848

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL Plaintiff, A S S O C I A T I O N � -v.Also available for rent at P l a i n t i f f , � MARGARET ZYDEK, CHICAGO TITLE LAND v . � $2,200/month. Call for Details! 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Off street parking for 1 car, laundry real estate: Commonly known as 8123 BOB-OThe real estate is improved with a two story single LINK ROAD, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property facility available, storage space. No family home with an attached garage. Sale terms: 25% Index No. 27-14-212-038. The real estate is imdown of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of pets. Rent is $845.00 a month. One proved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down 34 the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No month security deposit required, of the highest bid by certified funds at the close third party checks will be accepted. The balance, A Palos resident of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corpoincluding the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned $25.00 fee for credit check. For apsince 1963 ration. No third party checks will be accepted. 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Senior Songbirds sing in the holidays The Orland Township Senior Songbirds Choir performed an hour-long set of Christmas carols last Friday at the township. From the upbeat melodies of “Jingle Bells” and “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” to the slower traditional tunes of “Silent Night” and “O Come All Ye Faithful,” the Songbirds filled the room with energetic lyrics and familiar tunes, encouraging the audience to sing along with them and join in on the fun. In poinsettia-print sweaters and Santa Hats, the Songbirds were full of Christmas cheer and put everybody in the holiday spirit. The Orland Township Senior Songbirds Choir is open to all singing levels and practices once a week at the Orland Township Activity Center. They perform at various community events throughout the year and always put on a festive show. The Songbirds will be singing at Christ Lutheran Church in Orland Park on Nov. 14, at 2 p.m., and Thomas Place Assisted Living in Orland Park, on Nov. 22. For information to join, call 403-4222. Submitted photo

Broaden Your Horizons This week Moksha Imports’ Holiday Rock, Gem and Jewelry show will be held this Saturday and Sunday, November 16 and 17, from noon to 4 p.m., at Tranzformation, 5528 W. Cal-Sag Road in Alsip. Ed and Sue from Moksha Imports (the original owners of Sanctuary Crystals) will be offering one of the finest selections of rocks, mineral specimens, crystals and jewelry in the Chicago area. (8970778; tranzformation.biz)

ery Sunday morning at 11 a.m. at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Pastoral Director Chris Hopkins and volunteers Patty Parker, Dan Morley, and Kitty Riggenbach lead these hour long meditations which focus on one aspect of mindfulness each week. The group offers encouragement and support as participants seek to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and surroundings in the present moment. No fee is charged and new participants, both adults and children age 8 and up, are welcome. Call 361-3650 or visit thecenter palos.org for information about The Center.

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The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, will host a Fair Trade Luncheon and Bazaar on Tuesday, Nov. 19, featuring international fair trade organizations which help artisans and farmers to receive a fair price for their work. A luncheon incorporating some of the fair trade products will be served at noon, followed by a 1 p.m. presentation by Kathy Hahn of Rhythm of Hope, who will talk about the work of her organization in supporting the families of African children with HIV/AIDS, through education, microloans, fresh water wells, gifts of goats or chickens, and by selling fair trade handcrafts. Fair Trade is a system of trade in which artisans and farmers receive living wages and employment opportunities for the products they produce. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests will have an opportunity to shop at the bazaar for Fair Trade items including fair trade coffee from Peru, chocolate from Ghana, olive oil from Palestine, bean soup mixes from a women’s cooperative in Denver, and African purses, shirts, cards, baskets, ornaments, nativity scenes, scarves, napkins, and jewelry from Rhythm of Hope. The luncheon costs $17 and requires reservations. Folks who do not attend the luncheon may stop in to shop at the bazaar between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Call 361-3650.

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The Regional News - The Reporter

Out & About

Your Guide to Arts and Events in the Southwest Suburbs and Beyond

Omarrâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weekly Astrological Forecast by Jeraldine Saunders â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be busy as a bee but not too busy to think about the birds and bees. The pressure to meet a deadline or irritations might slow you down in the week ahead, but you will have plenty of company. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Two heads are better than one, just as two sets of hands are better than one. In the upcoming week, call on handy helpers to get a job done or brainstorm with congenial people. Work side by side with others. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Show off your knowledge. Early in the week, you can offer good advice or receive it because people trust in your talents. You may have the wherewithal to perform a good deed when sympathies are aroused. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; CANCER (June 21-July 22): Submitted photo Launch your ship or your plans. Make crucial decisions that affect your finances in the early part of the week, when your judgment is at its best. A mild flirtation â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Trinity Christian College invites the community to its 12th annual Christmastide concert and program could lead to a serious romantic on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 4 p.m., in the Ozinga Chapel, 6601 W. College Drive in Palos Heights. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jesus: The Light of the World,â&#x20AC;? will be displayed through various styles of music, including hymn, gospel, choir and instrumental music. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; General admission tickets $12; and college students and children (2-18), $6. To purchase tickets, visit the event page at christmastide2013.eventbrite.com. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Christmastide program includes vocal performances by Trinityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Concert Choir, Gospel Choir and Honors Ensemble. The Wind Ensemble, Brass Quintet and the Woodwind Ensemble will also take part in the celebration. (Continued from page 11)

Christmastide ahead at Trinity

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St. Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to raise curtain on musical comedy about 10 deadly sins

Videoview by Jay Bobbin â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;starâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rating â&#x20AC;&#x201D; one star meaning â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;poor,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; four meaning â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;excellentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201D; followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.) â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; STARTING THIS WEEK: â&#x20AC;&#x153;MAN OF STEELâ&#x20AC;?: The saga of Superman is rebooted by director Zack Snyder (â&#x20AC;&#x153;300â&#x20AC;?) in a visually stunning reimagining with a darker tone than the Christopher Reeve-starring adventures ... not a surprise, since the producers include Christopher Nolan, who gave Batman new screen life as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Dark Knight.â&#x20AC;? Henry Cavill assumes the role of the Krypton native who comes to Earth, as does an enemy from his home turf: General Zod (Michael Shannon), who has a score to settle. Amy Adams is the newest Lois Lane in an impressive cast that also includes Russell Crowe, Kevin Costner and Diane Lane. DVD extras: three â&#x20AC;&#x153;making-ofâ&#x20AC;? documentaries. *** (PG-13: P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;TURBOâ&#x20AC;?: A snail entering the Indianapolis 500? Stranger things have happened ... especially in animated features. Ryan Reynolds voices the tiny, not particularly speedy creature who has dreams of competing in one of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous auto races. A mishap that alters his DNA suddenly makes that possible. The voice cast also includes Paul Giamatti, Samuel L. Jackson, Snoop Dogg, Michelle Rodriguez (in an amusing nod to her â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fast and Furiousâ&#x20AC;? work), Maya Rudolph, Bill Hader and actual racer Dario Franchitti. DVD extras: three â&#x20AC;&#x153;making-ofâ&#x20AC;? documentaries. *** (PG: V) (Also on Blu-ray) â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;BLACKFISHâ&#x20AC;?: Killer whales have been the stuff of movie thrillers, but one of them and its story are all too real in this documentary. Tilikum is one of the attractions at SeaWorld in Orlando, Fla., but the bull orca also has been the cause of several deaths ... including that of a trainer in 2010. Filmmaker Gabriela Cowperthwaite questions the captivity of such creatures that werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t meant to be housed, and

the merits â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or lack of them â&#x20AC;&#x201D; of the sites that display them. *** (PG-13: AS, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;FAMILY TIES: THE COMPLETE SERIESâ&#x20AC;?: Michael J. Fox has another show now, making it even more of a blast from the past to see the sitcom that made him a star. Created and produced by the late Gary David Goldberg, it casts Fox as politically minded teen Alex P. Keaton, the conservative â&#x20AC;&#x201D; right down to his attire â&#x20AC;&#x201D; son of two liberals (Meredith Baxter, Michael Gross). Justine Bateman and Tina Yothers play other members of the household, with Tom Hanks guest starring in several episodes as a relative. Toward the end of the seriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; run, Alex got a love interest played by Foxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife-to-be, Tracy Pollan. *** (Not rated: AS) â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;IP MAN: THE FINAL FIGHTâ&#x20AC;?: The martial arts leg-

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Rebound for Glory, a musical comedy about 10 deadly sins is coming to St. Mark Church, 11007 S. 76th Ave., Worth, at 7 p.m. Friday through Sunday, Nov. 22 to Nov. 24. Tickets are free and a free will offering will be received. For more information, call 448-6555.

end who taught Bruce Lee is recalled in director Herman Yauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drama that recalls the Wing Chun grandmasterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s later years, which didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turn out to be as relaxing as one might expect of the twilight of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life and career. The Triads are the chief cause of his returning to battle, quite literally, in post-World War II Hong Kong. Messiah coming Anthony Wong portrays Ip Man. to Morgan Park DVD extras: theatrical trailers; â&#x20AC;&#x153;making-ofâ&#x20AC;? documentary; cast â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A presentation of Handelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and crew interviews. *** (PG-13: Messiah will be held at 3:30 p.m. AS, V) (Also on Blu-ray) Sunday, Nov. 24 in the sanctuâ&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;MADtv: SEASON FOURâ&#x20AC;?: ary of Morgan Park Presbyterian The sketch-comedy series, which gave Fox its own variation on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Saturday Night Liveâ&#x20AC;? for 14 seasons, serves up its fourth round that offers guest hosts from Keri Russell to Jerry Springer. It also features an ensemble of regular players including Will Sasso, Nicole Sullivan and Aries Spears, taking satirical

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Church, 2017 W. 110th Place, Chicago. The event will feature the host chancel choir and a number of guest choirs, including Classic Act Choral Ensemble, Beverly Seventh Day Adventist Church of Beverly Hills Choir, Chatham Choral Ensemble, Chatham Fieldsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lutheran Church, the Men of St. Edmunds, First Congregational Baptist Church Sanctuary Choir and the Sanctuary Choir of University Church of Hyde Park. Solos will be performed by soprano Rae-Myra Hilliard of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra Chorus, tenor Jeffrey Burish of Classic Act Choral Ensemble and Greater Chicago Opera Guild, contralto/mezzo Gloria Spencerâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; Brown and bass James Murray, past members of the Grant Park Chorus, pianist Yvonne Lindsey, organ master Arthur D. Griffin Jr., choral conductor Professor Charles T. Hayes, and the Morgan Park Presbyterian Church Orchestra. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Tickets are $20 each for adults.

Children age 12 and under will be admitted without charge. A reception in Westminster Hall will follow the concert. For more information, contact the church office at 773-779-3355 or email fcchristian1@hotmail.com with the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;Messiahâ&#x20AC;? in the subject line.

Top DVD Rentals â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 1. Iron Man 3, Walt Disney Studios, PG-13 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 2. Monsters University, DisÂ ney/Pixar, G â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 3. World War Z, Paramount Pictures, PG-13 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 4. Star Trek Into Darkness, Paramount Pictures, PG-13 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 5. The Croods, DreamWorks, PG â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 6. Grown Ups 2, Sony Pictures, PG-13 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 7. This is the End, Sony PicÂ tures, R â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; 8. Now You See Me, Summit Entertainment, LLC, PG-13

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