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Family conducts investigation of Brittany’s death By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Two weeks after her daughter’s tragic death, Rebecca Tully vows that her memory will never be forgotten the cause of her death will ultimately be revealed. “She shouldn’t have died,” Tully said Tuesday afternoon. “This is not an accident.” And she wants to prove it. “My family and I are doing our own investigation,” Tully said. Prosecutors said Brittany Wawrzyniak, 18, died Nov. 8 after

she was ejected from the back seat of an alleged drug dealer’s car after buying pills from him. “We have to be patient,” said Earl Lane, Wawrzyniak’s stepgrandfather. “(Police) are not telling us everything right now.” Wawrzyniak met Eric Steven Johnson at the boat launch near 115th Street and Beloit Avenue in Worth. She got into the backseat of his car and handed him $200 in exchange for 30 pills of Clonazepam, prosecutors said. The prescription drug is used to treat panic and seizure disorders,

according to medical experts. Wawrzyniak, a Worth resident and Shepard graduate, began counting the pills while still in

the back seat as Johnson drove away. She opened the door of the moving car, was ejected and struck the pavement, prosecutors said. She was pronounced dead at Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn less than one hour later. Johnson, of Peotone, was ordered held on $300,000 bond. He is charged with unlawful delivery of a controlled substance. Tully said her daughter had no intention of purchasing drugs. Rather, the drug buy was a ploy to arrange a fight between

Wawrzyniak’s friend and another girl, she said. “It was all a ruse to set up a fight,” she said. Tully contends that if her daughter intended to meet Johnson to purchase pills, the transaction would not have resulted in her death. Tully said she is relying on God to guide her through the difficult days following her daughter’s’ death. She said she drew strength from the outpouring of support (Continued on page 2)

It could have been worse

Deadly storm packs light punch in area By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

After missing last year, Mayor Sexton is back to give the State of Evergreen Park address, which will focus on development See Page 5

The southwest suburbs escaped the havoc and destruction that Sunday’s tornadoes wreaked on communities stretching from central Illinois to Frankfort, and residents realize how fortunate they were to elude the life-threatening damage that accompanied the storm. Workers on Monday repaired awnings at the Worth Restaurant, 6948 W. 111th St., which were damaged by high winds that whipped through several of the communities in The Reporter’s coverage area. Fortunately, the winds and rain caused only minimal damage to homes and businesses in the area. “We’re very, very happy this wasn’t worse,” said Linda Dawson, who has been a waitress at Photo by Jeff Vorva Workers from Eclipse Awning repair damage caused by Sunday’s storm in front of the Worth Restaurant. The deadly storm did the Worth Restaurant for 16 years. some minor damage in the Reporter communities but it was not as severe as other parts of the state. (Continued on page 7)

Air mail from Washington Devastating storm blows assistedliving flier 130 miles to Palos Hills By Jeff Vorva and Kevin M. Coyne The Reporter News

Whatizit? was pretty tough last week. What about this week? Page 12 index Police News.....................2 Our Neighborhood..........4 Sudoku...........................4 Commentary...................6 Death Notices..................7 Crossword......................7 School.........................8 & 9 Calendar....................10 Consumer........................11

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saw the debris falling,” said Zychowski, who graduated from Moraine with a criminal justice degree. “That one actually fell right at my feet. Out of curiosity I picked it up wondering where it came from. I thought maybe it was from Orland Park or Palos Hills or Palos Park. I picked it up and I saw it was from the town of Washington. I had never heard of the town of Washington. “I Googled it and found out where Washington is. It travelled 130 miles. About 25 minutes later, that’s when the news went public that the tornado hit Washington.’’ The flier was sent to Steven Bucher of Kern Road in Washington and when Zychowski went home that night, she saw him on television.

“The crazy thing is that he was on NBC Nightly News,” she said. “He talked about how his house was completely destroyed. I was It was the most interesting excited to know that he was OK. piece of garbage Chicago Ridge’s Of course, my heart goes out to Danielle Zychowski picked up in everybody there, but I felt a conher life. nection to this person. Finding his Close to noon on Sunday, the mail made it personal.’’ Moraine Valley community ser Bucher described what hapvice officer was helping to secure pened. the Palos Heights campus for the “All of a sudden, the wind startimpending storm. The winds were ed picking up and [my wife] said kicking up and some debris start‘we’ve got to get in the basement ed falling and an advertisement right now!’ ’’ Bucher told NBC. for the Villas of Holly Brook “Within less than a minute, everyassisted living facility in Downthing started collapsing inside the state Washington, fluttered and house, cracking, sputtering. Next fell to the ground right in Police thing we know, its light inside Chief Patrick O’Connor’s parking the garage.’’ space. It had some dirt on it and Bucher’s junk mail flying from it was partially torn. his house all the way to Moraine’s “I looked up in the sky and campus was “amazing,” O’Connor said. “To elevate that upward and for it not to be damaged by water, it had had to be very high up,” O’Connor said. “The National Weather Service was shocked that it reached this far. They had reports of debris from Morris and Joliet. They never thought it would make it all the way to Palos Hills. It shows how strong this storm really was.” Luckily for most of the Reporter’s six towns, there was only minor damage caused by the storm. The chief said there was no damage on campus. O’Connor said he would photograph the advertisement and send it to the Washington post office, which is holding people’s mail that has flown all around the state. “When [Bucher’s] life gets back Photo by Jeff Vorva to normal, he will get this back,” Moraine Valley officer Danielle Zychowski displays an advertisement O’Connor said. “I think he’s going that flew 130 miles from Downstate Washington to the Palos Hills campus during Sunday’s massive storm. (Continued on page 5)

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Hallberg’s day on court St. Xavier women’s basketball coach Bob Hallberg paces near the new logo bearing his name on the basketball court at the Shannon Center. The legendary coach from Oak Lawn had the court dedicated to him Nov. 13. Hallberg gave his own eulogy that night according to Jeff Vorva’s column on page 3. More photos of the event are on Page 9 and photos and details of the Cougars’ win over Trinity International University are in sports.

Blah, blog, blah Blogging OL mayor not responding to attacks from anonymous-run blog By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Twenty four hours after Oak Lawn Mayor Sandra Bury went live with her blog, another website highly critical of her administration alleged that the mayor’s site may violate state ethics laws. Mayor’s Bury’s Blog launched on Nov. 13, though a version of the site has been around for about one month. The site had approximately 25 entries as of Nov. 20. The blog posts cover a variety of topics, including new businesses

in the village, Bury’s appearances at schools and community events, the village’s efforts to improve transparency and reports on the mayor’s visits to Springfield and Washington, D.C., to lobby on behalf of the village. Critics of the blog, who post anonymously on a website that was created shortly after Bury was elected, say the mayor’s blog is political and violates state ethics laws because it includes the village hall address and phone number. According to a recent post: “We do mind when someone runs on (Continued on page 3)

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*** An air conditioning unit was reported stolen between Nov. 8 and 14 from a house in the 9800 Anthony P. Messere, 48, of Lynblock of Moody Avenue. wood, was charged with driving *** on a suspended license and no Darion W. Taylor, 18, of Harinsurance Nov. 15 after a stop at vey, was charged with retail 111th Street and Oxford Avenue, theft Nov. 8 after allegedly stealpolice said. ing merchandise from Kmart, *** 4101 W. 95th St., police said. Jawson Timmons, 23, of Chi*** cago, was charged with posses A snow blower was reported sion of marijuana Nov. 15 after stolen Nov. 8 or 9 from a gaa disturbance in the 7100 block rage in the 4600 block of 98th of 99th Street, police said. Place. *** *** James Hank, 49, of Chicago Approximately $400 worth of Ridge, was charged with treshand tools were reported stopassing and damage to property len Nov. 8 or 9 from a garage Nov. 14 after he allegedly kicked in the 9600 block of Natoma out the glass door of the Chicago Avenue. Ridge Metra station, crawled into *** the station, took a bicycle and left. Ghaleb S. Sandouka, 46, of Hank was arrested last week for Alsip, was charged with disallegedly urinating on the floor of orderly conduct Nov. 9 after the station, police said. a disturbance at St. Germaine *** School, 9735 S. Kolin Ave., po Ahmad Al Azaiza, 27, of Sumlice said. mit, was charged with possession *** of marijuana and violating an or Approximately $5,000 worth der of protection Nov. 17 following of tools were reported stolen a disturbance in the 10400 block of Robert L. Jenkins, 36, of Chicago, was charged with possession Nov. 9 or 10 from a garage in Nashville Avenue, police said. of a controlled substance Nov. 14 the 9700 block of Natoma Avafter he was arrested at in the enue. *** 8800 block of 87th Street, police A cell phone was reported said. stolen Nov. 10 from the display case at the T-Mobile store, 5141 Mario D. Robinson, 26, of HarW. 95th St. vey, was charged with theft Nov. 9 *** after allegedly stealing cash three Daniel A. Gaytan, 35, of Merdays earlier from a register at Meier’s, 9200 S. Western Ave., A generator was reported rionette Park, was charged with where he was an employee, po- stolen between Nov. 6-8 from drunken driving, speeding, no a garage in the 4600 block of lice said. 98th Place. *** *** Kyle E. Genes, 18, of Evergreen Park, was charged with trespass- Anthony P. Peck, 26, of Oak ing Nov. 11 after allegedly enter- Lawn, was charged with possesing a house in the 9100 block of sion of a controlled substance By Kelly White and a hypodermic syringe Nov. Correspondent Albany, police said. 7 after a stop in the 6000 block *** From carrying groceries to Michael A. Johnson, 27, of Chi- of 95th St., police said. *** fixing flat tires to preventing cago, was charged with retail theft Nov. 12 after allegedly stealing Christine C. Watson, 24, of suicides, this officer has seemgoods from Carson’s, 9700 S. Chicago, was charged with ingly done it all. drunken driving and illegal Hickory Hills Police Officer, Western Ave., police said. transportation of open alcohol Daniel McCauley, was honored *** Nov. 7 after a stop in the 4300 for 20 years of service and that Tonedalle Harmon, 41, of Oak block of 95th St., police said. impressed his boss. “Twenty years is quite an accomplishment,” Hickory Hills Police Chief, Alan Vodicka, said upon presenting McCauley with a 20 years of service pin at last Thursday’s City Council Meeting, “This Chicago Ridge / Evergreen Park / Hickory Hills doesn’t happen all that often Oak Lawn / Palos Hills / Worth and is definitely something to be acknowledged.” Publisher Amy Richards The length of time McCauley has been working for Hickory Editor Jeff Vorva Hills was not the only reason he Sports Editor Ken Karrson was honored. Vodicka reported Graphic Design/Layout Kari Nelson & Jackie Santora throughout his 20 years of service, he has received a lot of Advertising Sales Val Draus positive feedback on the longTo advertise call (708) 448-6161 time officer, including changing a flat tire for a resident. To subscribe call (708) 448-6161 / Fax (708) 448-4012 On Aug. 3, 2009, McCauley Website: TheReporterOnline.net was summoned to escort an 84e-Mail: thereporter@comcast.net year-old man back to his disabled vehicle, after he walked The Reporter is published weekly by the Regional Publishing Corp. nearly one and a half miles to 12247 S. Harlem Ave. report a flat tire. McCauley Palos Heights, IL 60463 was only asked to provide the Office Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Sat. 9 a.m. to Noon elderly man a ride back to his Entered as periodical mail at the Post Office at Worth, Illinois, under the Act of March 3, 1879. vehicle and wait with him until Subscription rates: $37.00 per year by mail in Cook County. $47 per year by mail elsewhere. a tow company arrived, however, $1.00 per copy on newsstands and vending machines. rather than have the man incur Postmaster: Send address changes to The Reporter, 12247 S. Harlem Ave., Palos Heights, IL 60463. a bill for a service call the cop — Founded in 1960 and Locally Owned — elected to change the tire him(© Entire contents copyright 2013 Regional Publishing Corp.) self, saving a senior citizen on a fixed income a considerable

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Lawn, was charged with delivery and possession of a controlled substance and delivery of a controlled substance within 1,000 feet of a school Nov. 13 after a stop at 87th Street and Kedzie Avenue, police said. *** Tristian A. Jones, 27, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license and registration, no insurance and resisting arrest following a Nov. 14 stop in the 2600 block of 87th Street, police said. *** Veronica Farmer, 53, of Oak Lawn, was charged with retail theft Nov. 14 after allegedly stealing goods from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. *** Lashawn D. Spight, 24, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Nov. 14 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said.

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insurance and transportation of open alcohol Nov. 10 after a stop at 88th Street and Cicero Avenue, police said. *** Ali M. Yousef, 27, of Midlothian, was charged with drunken driving and improper lane use Nov. 10 after a stop at 109th Street and Cicero Avenue, police said. *** Denise Swift, 20, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Nov. 11 after allegedly stealing earrings from Kmart, 4101 W. 95th St., police said. *** Karen P. Hallendoner, 64, of Worth, was charged Nov. 11 with retail theft after allegedly stealing items from Target, 4120 W. 95th St., police said. *** Maurisio Hernandez, 32, of Chicago, was charged with disorderly conduct Nov. 11 following a disturbance at 109th Street and Keating Avenue, police said. *** Samuel J. Hirtzer, 26, of Burbank, was charged with drunken driving, possession of drug equipment, speeding, driving on an expired license and no insurance Nov. 12 after a stop at 96th Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said. *** A purse was reported stolen Nov. 13 from a customer’s cart at the Salvation Army store, 8732 S. Cicero Ave.

*** Timothy A. Mullis, 42, of Melrose Park, was charged with drunken driving, speeding and improper lane use Nov. 14 after a stop at 95th Street and Ridgeland Avenue, police said. *** Two televisions and jewelry valued at $3,000 were reported stolen Nov. 14 from a house in the 9200 block of Sproat Avenue. *** A men’s bike was reported stolen Nov. 16 or 17 from a garage in the 10700 block of Kenneth Avenue. *** Dale R. Kinzie, 53, of Burbank, was charged with retail theft Nov. 17 after allegedly stealing dog bones from Pet Supplies Plus, 8717 S. Ridgeland Ave., police said.

len Nov. 15 from a car in the 9000 block of Sierra Lane. *** Graffiti was found Nov. 16 on street signs in the 8500 block of Loveland Lane. *** Christopher Marriott, 33, of Durand, Mich., was charged with drunken driving, speeding, improper lane use and possession of marijuana Nov. 17 after a stop at 110th Street and Roberts Road, police said. *** Alredo Vargas, 43, of Summit, was charged with drunken driving and illegal transportation of alcohol Nov. 17 after a hit-andrun accident at 107th Street and LaGrange Road, police said.

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Mohammad S. Abdalla, 19, of Worth, was charged with driving on a suspended license Nov. 10 after a stop at 107th Street and Natchez Avenue, police said. Esther Rosales, 33, of Chi*** cago, was charged with theft Patrick A. Bruno, 27, of ChiNov. 11 after allegedly steal- cago, was charged with driving ing $6,000 from Insurance Navy, on a suspended license Nov. 15 10336 S. Harlem Ave., where she after a stop in the 7100 of 107th was employed, police said. Street, police said. *** Area police departments Several bottles of cold medi425-7831 cine were reported stolen Nov. Chicago Ridge 422-2142 13 from Walgreens, 11053 S. Evergreen Park Hickory Hills 598-4900 Southwest Highway. Oak Lawn 499-7722 *** 598-2272 A purse and other miscella- Palos Hills 448-3979 neous items were reported sto- Worth

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sum of money. He was also involved in more serious situations. McCauley responded to a call on June 13, 2006, where his actions were able to stop a suicide attempt. One handwritten later, dated June 10, 1997, referred to McCauley as “kind, thoughtful and caring’’ after Hickory Hills resident, Claudene Callahan, was driving home with a trunk full of groceries when a deer hit her

car. Upon arriving on the scene, where Callahan was reportedly shaken up from the terrifying incident, McCauley placed all of her groceries in the squad car, drove her home and carried all her groceries inside her home for her. Vodicka added a lot of residents respect McCauley’s kind and understanding manner during difficult circumstances. “I would like to thank the city of Hickory Hills, Mayor

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Mike Howley, the city council and the residents for making this such a nice place to work,” McCauley said upon receiving his service pin. McCauley was born to parents, Patrick and Adelina, on Aug. 24, 1956. His father was a longtime Chicago Police Officer. McCauley admits his father was the reason his interest began in joining a police force. McCauley went on to attend St. Thomas More Grammar School and then graduated from Bogan High School. Before being hired by the Hickory Hills Police Department on Oct. 9, 1993, McCauley held a wide variety of jobs adding to his knowledge in the police force, including stints with McCormick Place Security, the Cook County Department of Corrections, Imperial Palace Casino Security in Las Vegas, the Tucson Arizona Police Dept., the University of Chicago Police Department, the Blue Island Police Department and the Cook County Hospital Police Dept. “As you can see, Dan came to us with a vast amount of experience, and he has also received additional extensive training during his twenty years with Hickory Hills,” Vodicka said. During his career with the Hickory Hills Police Department, McCauley has served in the capacity as a patrol specialist, investigator, motorcycle officer and he is currently assigned to a federal task force under the Department of Homeland Security.

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By Oak Lawn Police Police and safety officials in Oak Lawn are reminding residents to fasten their seat belts over the Thanksgiving holiday period or run the risk of receiving a ticket. “Whether you’re going across town or across the state this Thanksgiving, please make sure you and everyone riding with you are wearing their seat belts,” said Sgt. Robert Brewer. “You may be enjoying the holiday, but rest assured that police will still be out in force, as part of this year’s Click It or Ticket campaign, making sure motorist road trips are as safe as possible.” The Illinois Department of

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Transportation said that Illinois has a 93.6 percent daytime safety belt usage rate. However, far too many drivers and passengers still do not buckle up. In Illinois, during the Thanksgiving holiday period in 2011, eight vehicle occupants died in motor vehicle traffic crashes- four of those deaths involved a drinking driver and over 800 individuals were injured. “Fastening a seat belt takes only a second or two, and costs you nothing. Not wearing a seat belt, especially during this Thanksgiving period, will definitely cost you a ticket at the very least, or even worse, your life,” Brewer said. Seat belt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor

Brittany (Continued from page 1) shown during last week’s wake and funeral services. Bridgeview police were needed to direct traffic in front of Hann Funeral Home where mourners waited in line for two hours to pay their respects. There was a standing-room-only crowd for funeral services at New Hope Church in Alsip. The family had to turn away people who wanted to attend the luncheon following services, Tully said. Wawrzyniak’s friends and family continue to post messages on the RIP Brittany Wawrzyniak Facebook page, which had more than 7,200 “likes” as of Tuesday.

vehicle crashes, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Research has shown that when lap and shoulder belts are used properly, the risk of fatal injury to front seat passenger car occupants is reduced by 45 percent, and the risk of moderate to serious injury is reduced by 50 percent. “We want all drivers and passengers to Click It or Ticket, day and night — and remember Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” said Brewer said. For more information about the Click It or Ticket and the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaigns, please visit www.buckleupillinois.org.

Her online memorial fund has raised approximately $11,000. Lane said the family is struggling to assume “some sense of normalcy. It’s a period of calming.” “There’s nothing you can say, nothing you can do,” said Lane, a Hickory Hills alderman from 1979 to 1991. “We lost a lot of love with Brittany, Brittany was special.” “I know where she’s at, and I will see her again,” Tully added. Several Facebook posts encourage people who may know more about Wawrzyniak’s death to report the information to the police. Worth police can be contacted at 708-448-3979. Attempts to contact Worth police for an update on the investigation were unsuccessful.

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Court Marshall: SXU names hoops court after Oak Lawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hallberg â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Bob Hallberg gave his own eulogy last week. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Oak Lawn resident and legendary basketball coach was honored by St. Xavier University on Nov. 13 when the school dedicated the court at the Shannon Center in his name before his Cougars womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team went out and beat Trinity International University 87-46. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is a very memorable occasion for me,â&#x20AC;? Hallberg told the crowd after the game. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fantastic night for me and my family. And what makes it so memorable for me is that I always thought when they name a court after you, you would have to be dead. But I am still around here to enjoy it.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; He then joked that he would give his own eulogy and proceeded to take the several hundred fans who stayed after the game down memory lane. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The guy opened this season with 905 wins on the high school and college level and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special itself. But what is really cool is that every one of those 905 wins, coupled with 390 losses came while coaching schools in Chicago. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; He is truly a stay-at-home

Blog (Continued from page 1) a platform of good government and transparency and then decides that she can use the village phone system, village employees and the village mailing address for her political blog. It creates all kinds of ethical and legal problems for the mayor and her supporters.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really have nothing to say about what they have to say,â&#x20AC;? Bury said. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; She added that her blog includes the village hall phone number and address to make it convenient for residents to reach out to her. She said the blog is not a campaign site or a â&#x20AC;&#x153;call to action.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not running for office,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are going to be ethical, and we are going to move forward.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The blog is hosted by WordPress and Bury paid $9 for the domain name, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Bury said sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attempting to fill the â&#x20AC;&#x153;void of informationâ&#x20AC;? that exists in the community. Plans call for her blog to include a link

Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Notebook by Jeff Vorva coach. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; He started his career at Kennedy High School in 1966 and since then he started up the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program at St. Xavier in 1971 and added stops at Chicago State University and the University of Illinois-Chicago before coming back to SXU where he started up the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s team in 1999 and has remained there ever since. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Hallberg was inducted into the Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame last year, which is a huge honor, but he said that the Nov. 13 dedication â&#x20AC;&#x153;tops them all.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; He was gracious and thanked a bunch of people but he was also able to make a few more funnies about what people in the future will think when they see his name on the court. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;People will ask â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;who is Bob Hallberg?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hallberg said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And someone will answer that question like they knew me and say

to the redesigned village website, which is expected to launch before the end of the year, she said. She also wants to â&#x20AC;&#x153;energize Channel 4,â&#x20AC;? the villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local access cable channel, to cover more village events than board meetings. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Former Mayor Dave Heilmann, who Bury defeated in April, admitted in June that he founded the anonymous site critical of Bury but did not have time to administer it. The blog does not include contact information and its stories do not include bylines. The site has run about 30 stories, many within the past few weeks. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The site contended in a recent post that Bury uses her blog to praise her allies and attack her opponents. It goes on to say that blog ostracizes trustees who are not aligned with the mayor. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Critics also contend that the mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blog â&#x20AC;&#x153;has several political references to the village, including attacks against all previous mayors and current Trustee Robert Streit.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; No previous Oak Lawn mayors were referenced in any of Buryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s blog posts, but an Oct. 27 post

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I know who that guy was. When Sister Catherine McAuley came over in 1843 to start the Sisters of Mercy, Bob was the captain of the ship.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; He may have not captained that particular ship but has captained some winning teams and mentored thousands of athletes over the years. One of his early hires as an athletic director was of baseball coach John Boles in 1973. Since then, Boles has had a long career, including stints of managing the Florida Marlins in 1996 and 1999-2001. Boles was one of several people from Hallbergâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past to attend the event. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Hallberg and his wife, Linda, have three sons â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Bob, Bill and Brian. They have eight grandchildren â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Nathan, Grace, Ben, Sofia, Gavin, Evan, Jason and Jake. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Hallberg turns 70 in February and still has a few more years of coaching ahead of him if he wants to reach that 1,000-victory milestone. Last year he told me he didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel his age but he will know when to retire â&#x20AC;&#x201D; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The day I can walk in that locker room and not be upset anymore after a loss â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the time I retire.â&#x20AC;?

titled, â&#x20AC;&#x153;No More Pay to Play in Oak Lawn,â&#x20AC;? was critical of Streit for the amount of money he has amassed in his campaign fund. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;The vast majority of these contributions are from area businesses or are from those hoping to do business with the village,â&#x20AC;? Bury wrote in the post. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the third quarter of 2013, Streit had amassed $53,000 in this account. This is over eight times his salary as trustee,â&#x20AC;? Bury posted. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Bury said she is not deterred by her detractors. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s awesome and incredible honor and privilegeâ&#x20AC;? to serve as mayor, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Many big city mayors maintain blogs. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For example, Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak includes a disclaimer that says: â&#x20AC;&#x153;This blog is supported by the city of Minneapolis through city funds, supplies, equipment and/or personnel.â&#x20AC;? Madison Mayor Paul Soglin has a blog within the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website. Dayton Mayor Gary Leitzell has blog that is paid for by his campaign committee.

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â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; I love music and good lyrical writing but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve often said that writing lyrics is overrated because most of these people have months and years to come up with a clever turn of the phrase. Not like us newspaper hacks, who have days and sometimes just hours and minutes to be creative. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; That saidâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; There are some brilliant and unforgettable lyricsout there. Here is a six-pack of some of my favorite rock lyrics: â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;With these vulgar fractions of the terrible clef. I wish you luck with a capital â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;F.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Elvis Costello from the song â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love Went Mad.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;And then the lightning streaks across the room. You smell like something fresh from the tomb.â&#x20AC;? Richard Thompson from his tune â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Wake Up To Save My Life.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;She said that she was working for the ABC News. It was as much of the alphabet as she knew how to use.â&#x20AC;? Costello again from his song â&#x20AC;&#x153;Brilliant Mistake.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one more kid that will never go to school/never get to fall in love/never get to be cool,â&#x20AC;? Neil Young in his tune â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rockinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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Coach Bob Hallberg addresses the crowd last Wednesday, Nov. 13, the night St. Xavier University named the basketball court in the Shannon Center in his honor. in the Free World.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wish I was in Tijuana, eating barbequed iguana,â&#x20AC;? Stan Ridgway and Marc Moreland from Wall of Voodooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mexican Radio.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Just get me to the airport/ put me on a plane/hurry, hurry, hurry/before I go insane/I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t control my fingers/I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t control my brain.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Joey Ramone in the Ramones tune â&#x20AC;&#x153;I Wanna Be Sedated.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Great stuff, to be sure. But again, they had a long time to

come up with that brilliance. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; That saidâ&#x20AC;Ś â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Harry Wayne Casey, also known as KC from KC and the Sunshine Band, was nominated for the 2014 songwriterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall of Fame. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Huh? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; You mean a guy who can write â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do a little dance/make a little love/get down tonightâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanna be your/your rubber ballâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; is up for Hall of Fame status? Man, did I get the wrong writing business.

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Benefit for Cullina family â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The family of Bill Cullina will host a community fundraiser to assist with medical bills and to help support his family from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24 at the Chieftain Bar, 6906 W. 111th St. Cullina was diagnosed with cancer in 1994, recovered and had a relapse in 2011, and again in 2013. Admission is $10 for adults,

Oak Lawn Annual family event comes to Oak Lawn â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Oak Lawn Park Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Family Fun event will take place from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 at the Ice Arena,

9320 S. Kenton Ave. Skating staff and student teachers will be available to assist new skaters. A mini-skating performance, raffles, and music provided by CMT Productions will also be featured at the event. Everyone will receive a treat bag. Admission is $2. This event is sponsored by Hawk Ford Oak Lawn. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For more information, call 857-5173.

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Evergreen Park, Worth-Ridge enjoy Super Bowl titles By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor The Evergreen Park Stallions and Worth-Ridge Panthers were big winners at the Metro Youth Football League Super Bowl XXX event Saturday at Toyota Park. The Panthers claimed the Junior Division title with a 51-22 victory over the Hessville Vipers to finish 11-0 for the second year in a row. The Stallions won the Widget title with a 31-8 victory over the Summit Rebels. The Stallions also won the Fall Brawl Super Pee Wee Championship game with a 19-12 win over the Greg Hoard of the Worth-Ridge Panthers races for a touchdown Hayes Park Blitz. in a Super Bowl victory over the Hessville Vipers. The Panthers Junior Division championship team features Aryk Banks, Daniel Green, Dale Williams, Anthony Tatro, Alex Telez, Sebastian Castro, Michael Jennings, De’Andre Bartlett, Prentise Powell, Zion White, Kyle Neputy, Terrell Washington, Justin Chapman, Greg Hoard, Maurice Brent, Samuel Alvarado, Brian Banks, Matt Rivera, Julian Sanchez, Aldo Gallegos, Riley Murphy, Henry Light and Kenneth Moore.

The Stallions’ Widget champion team consists of Jalen Johnson, Eli Verveka, Myles Hopkins, Jose Alencastro, Jessi Plunkett, Dylan Kulovitz, Edward Porter Jr., Denzel Anderson, Nile Hill, Tyrone Dixon Jr., Nkosi Hood, Sammy Spencer, Dabney Tatum IV, Sean Wilkinson, Ryan Schickel, Chase Hall, Malcolm Horton, Amari Watkins, Devin Linson, Amir Noble, Kyle Clayton, Loyal HowThe Panthers defense forces a fumble against Hessville in Super ard, Antonio Underwood and Charles Parker Jr. Bowl action at Toyota Park.

Evergreen Park’s Nile Hill gains some yards in a victory over the Summit Rebels. Evergreen’s Fall Brawl title team consists of Diego Toledo, Frankie Plunkett, Ethan Collins, William Cambria, Nelson Thornton, Nicholas White, Jr., Danny Fontaine, Joseph Hall, CalenKulovitz, Noah Gertonson, Michael Romac, Tyler Denton, Preston Trepac, Michael Collins Jr., Logan Karr, Asael Rubalcava, Yael Martinez, Ryan Fontaine, Willie Smith III, Ryan Lych, Nolan Rinearson, Nolan Smith and Jake Aldape.

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Worth-Ridge cheerleaders perform a routine during the Super Bowl.

The Stallions’ Jessi Plunkett comes to a stop on top of a Summit defender in Saturday’s Super Bowl win.

Evergreen Park Stallions fans go crazy during the Widget championship on Saturday in Toyota Park.

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News and events from our archives.

Mayor considers resigning after adultery charge 50 years ago

From the Nov. 21, 1963 edition The story: Palos Hills Mayor John Jager indicated he would consider resigning after “political pressures” are involved in an adultery charge filed by his next door neighbor and causing his wife to leave their home. The quote: “(I left) for a rest from the telephone calls and harassment (which) started before the election and have become more evident since,” — Doris Jager — John Jager’s wife. Fun fact: Just in time for Thanksgiving, Pick-N-Save in Worth was selling tender young tom turkeys for 29 cents a pound. Big spenders could go for the center-cut pork chops at 55 cents per pound. Also, a grand opening of McDonald’s at 87th and Harlem was scheduled to open Nov. 23.

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From the November 24, 1988 edition The story: The Oak Lawn Village Board voted 5-0 to award $1.8 million worth of contracts for a phase of construction for a new Public Safety Building at 95th Street between Raymond Avenue and 53rd Court. The quote: “Nooo! It’s here! Every day it’s sitting there, waiting for me. Oh, the horror! I can’t take it anymore!” — Reporter reporter Jeff Wisniewski on dealing with leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Fun fact: Nancy Golden of Hinsdale charged with disorderly conduct by Oak Lawn police after she allegedly threw food at a policeman at a White Castle. Golden and several other women were throwing food at each other before police arrived, according to a report.

Big plans in Hickory Hills 10 years ago

From the Nov. 20, 2003 edition The story: Hickory Hills officials mulled a hotel and convention center on 95th Street off the I-294 tollway. They also brainstormed with ideas of building a conference center and resort hotel at the Hickory Hills Country Club and a banquet and theater facility on the property of the Sabre Room. The quote: “Ding! Ding! Ding! goes the trolley. The Holly Trolley that is.” — the opening of Jason Maholy’s story about a trolley service in Evergreen Park. Fun fact: Snackville Junction in Evergreen Park offered a free Thanksgiving dinner as a thank-you for those in the community who supported the restaurant.

History of the World By Mark Andrews Nov. 21: ON THIS DATE in 1877, Thomas Edison announced the invention of his phonograph. In 1980, 87 people died in a fire at the MGM Grand Hotel-Casino in Las Vegas. Nov. 22: ON THIS DATE in 1928, Ravel’s “Bolero” made its debut in Paris. In 1963, President Kennedy was assassinated by a lone gunman in Dallas. Nov. 23: ON THIS DATE in 1936, Life magazine, created by Henry R. Luce, was first published. In 1971, the People’s Republic of China was seated on the U.N. Security Council. Nov. 24: ON THIS DATE in 1859, British naturalist Charles Darwin published “On the Origin of Species,” which explained his theory of evolution. Nov. 25: ON THIS DATE in 1864, a Confederate plot to burn New York City failed. In 1867, Alfred Nobel invented Dynamite. Nov. 26: ON THIS DATE in 1789, Thanksgiving was officially celebrated in the United States. In 1865, Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” was published. Nov. 27: ON THIS DATE in 1970, Pope Paul VI, visiting the Philippines, was slightly wounded at the Manila airport by a dagger-wielding Bolivian painter disguised as a priest. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1863, President Lincoln delivered the nowlegendary Gettysburg Address at the Civil War battlefield of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania. This week’s question: In 1941, Lebanon gained independence from what colonial power? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarq mail.com.)

Thursday, November 21, 2013 The Reporter

Public input window closed on Swallow Cliff plans County gives users little time to comment By Tim Hadac staff reporter Cook County Forest Preserves officials came to Swallow Cliff Nov. 7, hosting an open house in an open field to discuss capital improvements to the popular exercise and nature destination. The unveiling of plans was held near the foot of Swallow Cliff’s 125 limestone stairs, which are a year-round exercise magnet for several thousand men, women and children — everything from individuals seeking a rigorous workout in a beautiful setting to sports teams, fire departments and other groups in training. “We’re excited to add some new amenities to Swallow Cliff, one of our most popular sites,” said Kindy Kruller, senior planner with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County. “The main feature that we have funded is a warming shelter/comfort station building. It’ll have space for a concessionaire to do equipment rental, and [it will also have] restrooms and a meeting space. We really want to activate this site in terms of amplifying fitness opportunities, so [we are] adding a small fitness park that is also funded … and a viewing platform [at the top of the cliff] and increasing the connection to the trail at the top of the hill.” Several detailed drawings of the planned upgrades, displayed on easels at the open house, may be viewed online at fpdcc.com/ siteplans. “We’re doing schematic design right now, and we’ll have construction drawings this winter, so we can get permits to start [construction] in spring/summer, 2014,” Kruller added. “All of our construction through this capital bond program has to be completed by June, 2015. So we’re on a pretty tight turn-around in terms of our construction timeline. Kruller said that district officials are interested in getting taxpayer feedback on the plans. “We’ve invited all of our stakeholders, we’ve posted signs, we want to gather input and to get preferences from people, to understand what folks are interested in because we do have some options in terms of how we spend the money,” she said. “We’re just trying to understand, [for example], are

people interested in a fitness course or do they want a trail improvement? Or perhaps more equestrian infrastructure? We are really focused on engaging our constituents and understanding what the [improvement] opportunities are that they are most interested in prioritizing.” Despite the stated interest, the public input is closed. Even Cook County Commissioner Elizabeth “Liz” Doody Gorman, a supporter of the forest preserves and occasional critic of the district, was seeing the plans for the first time Thursday. “I’m just seeing this now,” she said. “Usually, they would have briefed me before [the open house], and they were very apologetic. And I’m like, well, I’m just glad it’s moving along. I’m going to see what we can do to keep that [public comment window] open a little longer. People [should not] have just a week to look at something and offer thoughtful, constructive feedback.” Her initial reaction was that the district’s plans are “very impressive. I’m just glad it’s come to this point. You know, it was devastating when the toboggan chutes were gone, so you can imagine how up in arms they’d be if they got rid of the stairs. So just to be enhancing it, it’s beautiful.” Located just west of Route 83 and La Grange Road in unincorporated Palos Township, Swallow Cliff has been a recreation favorite of local residents for nearly a century. Swallow Cliff lands were among the first acquired by the Forest Preserve District in the 1920s and have always played a prominent role in the community. A National Ski Jump contest was held annually at Swallow Cliff during the 1920s and 1930s, drawing to it the best in the nation. The toboggan chutes are the best known feature of Swallow Cliff and are embedded in the memories of thousands of men and women, locally and regionally. Closed amid controversy in 2004 and demolished by the district several years later — over organized opposition that included Gorman — the chutes will not be coming back

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“It took us about three years to get everything in place and we are very proud of being award the (Continued from page 1) StormReady Award,” O’Connor to be surprised that it travelled said. “We had to setup an emerthis far.’’ gency operations center, establish The incident happened four days multiple means of communication after O’Connor received the Na- to students and staff, train our tional Weather Service StormReady employees and meet [NWS official Award at the school’s monthly Jim Allsopp’s] strict policies and board meeting. procedures.” StormReady was developed in The NWS requires each of the 1999 in Tulsa, Okla., after a tor- StormReady communities to crenado struck a community that was ate redundant methods of receiving unprepared and sustained great loss watches and warning from the NWS and damage. on campus, redundant methods of NWS and NOAA Weather Radio disseminating that information partnered to create the grassroots while sending it out to the comprogram in cooperation with state munity, severe weather procedures and local emergency management in place, storm shelters on campus, agencies to help prepare communi- training of storm-spotters, and trainties, colleges and universities and ing for the staff and students. counties for inclement weather. “Chief O’Connor has done a great

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With the fabled limestone stairs as a backdrop, Swallow Cliff users get their first glimpse of plans to upgrade the facility. According to district officials, feedback from the public will be accepted through tomorrow. anytime soon, district officials said. However, their plans do include construction of stainless steel slides that would be used in warm weather. Reaction from Swallow Cliff fans was generally positive. “Anything they can do to make this place a little more aesthetically inviting is welcome,” said Orland Park resident Jill O’Brien. “I mean, you have this spectacularly beautiful forest preserve on what, 800 acres? Yet its most popular feature, the stairs, is fronted by a drab concrete parking lot, Dumpsters, and Port-A-Johns. It’s disrespectful, and it needs to be addressed.” “It’s about time that [the district] made some improvements around here,” said Palos Park resident Terry Cronberg, who was unaware of the open house and was there for his regular workout on the stairs. “I support what they’re doing, as long as they don’t change the stairs or shut them down, even temporarily. Don’t you dare mess with my Photo by Tim Hadac stairs,” he said over his shoulder as he began his first ascent of District staff answers questions about proposed upgrades at Swallow Cliff, including a warming center to be built in the open field behind them. the day. job meeting the requirements to be a StormReady college,” Allsopp said. “Statewide this is only the tenth college or university to achieve StormReady status and there are only about 140 nationwide.” According the NWS, roughly 90 percent of all presidentially declared disasters are weather related, leading to around 500 deaths per year and nearly $14 billion in damage. The StormReady program provides individuals with the communication and safety skills needed to help protect communities from severe weather. “This program is great for the college community since we have protocols in place where we are able to reach out to all three campuses and prepare students, faculty, staff and visitors for severe weather,” O’Connor said. “This award ensures the safety and performance of not only our department but the college community as a whole.”

After last year’s absence, Sexton ready for EP village address today By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Evergreen Park Mayor Jim Sexton will outline the village’s future today, Thursday, in his annual state of the village address. Sexton’s luncheon remarks will be made at 11:30 a.m. at the village’s senior center, 9547 W. Homan Ave. Tickets are $6. The mayor was forced to skip last year’s speech, as he was recovering from West Nile virus. “I’ll be glad to be back with the seniors,” Sexton said. “There’s a lot that’s happened.” The bulk of Sexton’s address

will focus on retail development throughout the village. The mayor plans to bring seniors up to speed on plans to redevelop the Plaza and the recent groundbreaking for Mariano’s, an upscale grocer that expects to open in late 2014. The future of the Plaza is still in the planning stages, but Sexton’s hopeful he can announce a grand opening date during his 2014 state of the village speech. What he can tell seniors is that Binny’s Beverage Depot held its grand opening on Wednesday. The liquor store is doing business in the former Bleekers Bowl, 3447 W. 95th St.

Sexton said the store is paying tribute to Bleekers by posting a photo of the longtime bowling alley in the store and preserving one of the racks used to store balls. Across the street, Tavern on the Green is putting the finishing touches on the restaurant that will replace Karson’s Restaurant and Pancake House, an establishment in the village for decades. Meanwhile, Beverly Bank is renovating the bank on the northeast corner of 95th Street and Pulaski Road while Walgreens, which is building a new store on the southeast corner of the intersection, is expect to open in late 2014, Sexton said.

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Cook County Recorder of Deeds

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Moraine Valley Police Chief Patrick O’Connor, left, receives an award from Jim Allsopp of the National Weather Service.

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Shots that tore our national soul By Jack Murray Regional News Editor A few days after President Kennedy was assassinated 50 years ago, police in a small Mexican border town detained Palos Park pilot Will Martin and the aviator’s wife, his navigator Pat, during a refueling stop flying a plane from the U.S. to Nicaragua as part of the business deal Will transacted to purchase that banana republic’s World War II-era air force. Because of the assassination just north of the border in Texas, all flights had been grounded, and the police chief of the small town was sure the Martins must have had something to do with the murder in Dallas of the president. How the couple extricated themselves from that potential stint doing time in a Mexican prison is part of the plot of Will Martin’s compelling memoir “So I Bought an Air Force,” the true story of a gritty Palos Parker in Somoza’s Nicargaua. A question on the Kennedy connection, of course, came up toward the end of the program at the dinner and book signing with the author benefiting Palos Park’s McCord Gallery and Cultural Center held Wednesday evening last week at Francesca’s Vicinato restaurant, a stone’s throw from the McCord House. Urged to tell the story, Will gave the very sound advice to his interlocutor to “read the book.” After the program, the conversation at our table naturally turned to that trauma we as a nation suffered from the public spectacle of an assassin armed with a high-powered rifle literally blowing the brains out of the young, charismatic JFK as he rode with his glamorous wife Jackie in an open-top Lincoln convertible in Dallas’ Dealey Plaza. We Americans eat our heroes, I opined — kill or one way or the other do them harm as a consequence of the dark forces unleashed as byproducts of our vulgar mass adulation. I recalled that previous “Crime of the Century,” the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby, slain son of the famed aviator Charles Lindbergh, and think of the shooting of Lincoln, and too many other tragedies to enumerate here. John F. Kennedy was the last Democrat he voted for, a fellow guest said, shaking his head in remorse all these years later. His wife noted that JFK was so young, so charming, so full of promise that the assassination killed a truly special time: “Camelot, that’s what they called, and it really was,” she said. In the half century since the tragic, sudden death of the 35th President of the United States on that Black Friday, Nov. 22, 1963, exactly 50 years ago tomorrow, countless books have been written and films made about the life and times — and grisly death — of the youngest man ever elected (he was 43) and only Roman Catholic to serve as president. This blackest anniversary weighing heavy on my mind, I began sifting through The Regional archives a few weeks back to research a memorial observance of this heinous, unpunished crime that still cries to heaven for vengeance. Because The Regional is a local, community newspaper, I did not expect to find much, but was disappointed to find so little. On Nov. 28, 1963, the very first issue after JFK’s murder, Page One showed an illustration of a soldier blowing “Taps” in a cemetery, captioned “Palos area citizens join the citizens of the world in mourning the death of our President.” The same issue was filled with local news in Palos-Orland as we try to do each and every week since our founding in 1941. A week later, the editorial page reprinted a prayer by the Rev. Paul Whittle in memory of John Fitzgerald Kennedy given at the meeting of the Palos Heights City Council on Nov. 26. A short notice nearby noted that Maurice LaMore, a 1962 graduate of Eisenhower High School, was the Navy representative who carried the presidential flag following the caisson bearing JFK’s body in his funeral procession. “For one, brief shining moment:” The Kennedy presidency it has been said marked the apogee (high point) of the American empire. And it has also been said that America lost its innocence when JFK was killed. The macabre spectacle of the Death of a President in a motorcade on a street lined with waving and cheering crowds was such a shock to our national consciousness that I wonder if we as a nation — especially our young people — did not suffer a form of a mass post-traumatic stress disorder that manifested itself in the rebellions and tumults that marked the turbulent rest of the decade of the 1960s into the disorders and malaise of the ’70s — from Vietnam, race riots, the drug culture, hippie and other protest movements, more assassinations — of Martin Luther King Jr. and Bobby Kennedy — to Nixon’s crimes and Watergate. They stole so much more than a president when they killed him in Dallas, Texas, 50 years ago. God help us all.

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Kennedy 50 years later: The power of 27 seconds By Ned O’Gorman Univiersity of Illinois Note: It’s likely the mostfamous home movie ever produced: a 27-second film made by Abraham Zapruder chronicling the assassination 50 years ago of President John F. Kennedy, on Nov. 22, 1963. The film has been used as evidence to both support and question official conclusions about how Kennedy was killed in Dallas. Ned O’Gorman, a University of Illinois professor of communication who studies the Cold War, calls the film “extraordinarily important” more for its symbolism than its role as evidence. O’Gorman spoke with News Bureau social sciences editor Craig Chamberlain. The killing of any president is going to shock the nation, especially when captured on film. But what made this film, showing the assassination of this particular president, so powerful? Kennedy was the first “Hollywood” president. His father, Joseph Kennedy, was a wellknown Hollywood executive and Joe very much thought of his son as a political star. So it was not only ironic but extraordinary that the death of this political star was recorded in a movie, and a very vivid movie at that. In fact, it wasn’t an accident that Zapruder was out there on Dealey Plaza with his cutting-edge home movie camera. Kennedy, more than any president before him, was a president made for the camera. He approached his presidential image in photo-

graphic terms, far more so than Eisenhower, Truman or Franklin D. Roosevelt. That’s what the open convertible was all about. Zapruder was just one of millions in America who understood this and sought to get an image of the president. That he got an image of the death of the president was not at all what Zapruder expected or wanted, but it was perversely fitting. But the film, as you know, also served as evidence of a crime. Zapruder’s camera was kind of like an accidental surveillance camera, and its contents were crucial if inconclusive in the debates in the decades to follow about the true nature of the crime. You see the film and the assassination in the context of the Cold War. But we tend to view the Cold War primarily as a military and nuclear standoff. In fact, the Cuban missile crisis had occurred just the year before. So why is that context important here? The Cold War was a symbolic war as much as a military and nuclear standoff. It was a war of images. Both the United States and the Soviet Union sought to get as much support from other peoples in the world as they could manage. It was all about tipping the scale of world opinion in their favor. One of the big differences between President Eisenhower and President Kennedy in this regard was in their divergent approaches to what to show the world about America. Eisenhower thought they should see a free system rather than big personalities.

You have to remember that his presidency, during the 1950s, came on the heels of an often-disastrous age of big political personalities: Hitler, Mussolini and Stalin among them. Eisenhower also disliked the near-iconic status given to FDR and the World War II American generals Patton and MacArthur. Eisenhower thought that a free system should not depend on, or even center on, any one big personality. He therefore consciously tried to avoid any hero status as president, though he had been a war hero, and instead fight the Cold War by showing the world the greatness of the American free system. The Eisenhower administration, for example, set up all across the world exhibits featuring American technological and economic ingenuity, while the president tried to present himself as a responsible executive with a keen interest in golf rather than as a big personality. This was all very intentional. Kennedy, on the other hand, thought a big personality like his could re-energize Americans and help fight the Cold War. He thought, as have many Americans, that the best way to show-off America to the world was in exemplary representative individuals: inventors, astronauts, and presidents. Such people could function as symbols of America, as icons. So when the president was shown being violently killed in Zapruder’s film, there was an important sense, in the context of the Cold War, that it was an attack on a representative image of America. Why do you think conspiracy

theories about the assassination have persisted over the years since the event? What role does the Zapruder film play in that? As I noted, the Zapruder film was a key piece of evidence. Originally, for the Warren Commission that investigated the assassination, it was the key piece of evidence used by the government to establish Oswald as the lone gunman. But later, in the wake of Vietnam and then Watergate, both of which helped fuel extraordinary skepticism toward the government, the Zapruder film became the key piece of evidence against the government. In fact, if you look closely at public presentations of the Zapruder film — from Life magazine in the 1960s to Oliver Stone’s movie “JFK” some 30 years later — you can see how they reflect American attitudes toward the government, and more broadly toward the purity or impurity of the nation. Originally it was seen as clear evidence of a lone operator, offered by a credible government agency, the Warren Commission. But before long it was evidence of the untrustworthiness of the government itself. And in fact, this became the dominant way in which the Zapruder film was made to say something significant not about the events of Nov. 22, 1963, but about America more generally. The Zapruder film became a key proof text to show just how far America had strayed from its ideals Editor’s note: To contact Ned O’Gorman, email nogorman@ illinois.edu.

Viewpoint Out of touch unionized public employees strike over 14.5 percent raise By Benjamin Yount Illinois Watchdog Taxpayers in Will County have offered its public employees a hefty pay raise and are willing to pick up 90 percent of the cost for their health insurance, but that’s not good enough for members of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Local 1028. Its 1,300 members went on strike Monday, decrying a “paltry” offer from the county that would have given workers a 14.5 percent pay hike and have taxpayers pay for the overwhelming majority of their health insurance costs. “That gives an indication of just how out of touch government workers are,” Steve Stanek, a research fellow at the Heartland Institute, told Illinois Watchdog. “I think they’ve become more radical-

ized and more out of touch as they have become more unionized.” Stanek is quick to point to numbers that show labor unions are growing only in thepublic sector. “You can go to the Bureau of Labor Statistics … and you will see the government sector is unionized at, I think, six times the rate as the private sector.” The labor stats show 35 percent of government workers are in a union, compared to just 6 percent of private-sector workers. The same report shows that unionized public sector employees are paid 27 percent more than private-sector worker. But AFSCME in Will County cries poor. “The average (employee) salary is $35,000. (And) 40 percent make less than $30,000,” Anders Lindall, a spokesman for ASCME told Illinois Watch-

dog in an email. “Will County employees are paid less than public-service workers in surrounding counties.” Lindall also said the union is upset with proposed health insurance costs, contending union members are being asked to “pay double their current premiums.” But even paying twice what they are now would be a bargain. “County employees pay one percent of their salaries for single coverage and two percent for family coverage,” apress release from Will County Executive Larry Walsh states. “The new plan calls for employees to cover an aggregate of 10 percent of the cost of their insurance.” That means taxpayers still would guarantee 90 percent of the health insurance costs for workers. Walsh’s office also notes that

the county has offered 14.5 percent pay raises, both from a traditional wage increase and the union’s step increase that pays unionized workers more for being on the job longer. But AFSCME Local 1028 rejected those offers, saying they are not “fair.” “Will County employees want what all working people want: Fair pay and affordable health care,” Lindall said. Stanek, from the Heartland Institute, isn’t buying that. ‘“When you finally do get elected officials to stand up to the government workers, you have a lot of people who think, wrongly, that their lives depend on these government workers,” Stanek said, adding that no one seems to be thinking about what is fair for the taxpayers. Contact Benjamin Yount at Ben@IllinoisWatchdog.org and follow him on Twitter @ BenYount.

�� What is your least favorite holiday meal food? (Asked at Palos Plaza, 127th Street and Harlem Avenue)

Photos by Bob Rakow

Clinton Fuller, Westmont “Cranberries.”

Dennis Czurylo, Palos Heights “I love the whole dinner.”

Deno Moustakas, Palos Heights “Probably beets. I hate beets.”

John Bilas, Palos Park Turkey. It’s not a big thing anymore. You eat it so much during the year.”

Mel Diab, Palos Heights Beets. They’re too tangy.”

Thursday, November 21, 2013 The Reporter

Storm causes OL officials to re-think emergency system By Bob Rakow Staff reporter

to residents in English, Spanish, Polish and Arabic. Warnings are broadcast in English first followed by the other three languages. English is not the first language spoken in 26 percent of Oak Lawn homes, Clark said. Some residents have complained that the siren is too loud or too soft, while others believe messages should be broadcast solely in English, Clark said. Still others have complained that the system does not include their native language, he said. The system is designed for outdoor notification, Clark said. There are six sets of sirens strategically located throughout the

The severe storm from Sunday may lead to significant changes to Oak Lawn’s new tornado system, which has been the subject of criticism since it was installed in the summer. Police Lt. Art Clark, who heads the village’s emergency management system, said the village may eliminate the system’s automated voices and rely solely on a longer tone to warn people of tornadoes and other disasters. “This is one of the things we’re looking at,” Clark said. Currently, the system features a siren as well as voice capabilities that communicate

village, he said. Messages can be communicated from the police station or a squad car and to one or all of the speakers, he said. He said it is impossible to ensure that every resident will hear the siren clearly. To further alert residents of weather-related disasters, the village is offering coupons for a 50 percent discount on a NOAA Weather Radio. The coupons will distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning Dec. 7 at village hall and can be redeemed at Walgreens, 4740 W. 95th St. The cost of the radio with the coupon is $20. The radios broadcast inPhoto by Jeff Vorva formation from the National Fences at the site of a new bank on 95th Street in Oak Lawn were twisted and knocked over Weather Service. after Sunday’s storm.

Advocate patient takes part in Bears pregame ceremony By Advocate Children’s Hospital

chalec’s high school career, she complained of headaches that sometimes affected her vision and made her frequently miss school. Neither her nor her family was initially concerned, however, since the headaches appeared to be migraines, which tend to run in the family. But, after Michalec experienced one particularly intense headache episode, her mom took her to the Advocate Children’s Hospital — Oak Lawn emergency room where doctors discovered that Jessica had a massive brain tumor. She was quickly admitted to the children’s hospital and later underwent a six-

Two months ago, 17-year-old Jessica Michalec of Chicago was at Advocate Children’s Hospital — Oak Lawn recovering from surgery after having a golf-ball-sized brain tumor removed. On Sunday she walked onto Soldier Field to participate in the Chicago Bears pregame ceremony. Advocate Children’s Hospital invited her to walk onto the field with her mom and help the Bears unfurl a large 4th Phase Flag just prior to kickoff. Throughout much of Mi-

Focus on Seniors Smith Crossing to host support group

Residents of Orland Park who care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will get together during a free meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 at Smith Crossing, 10501 Emilie Lane, Orland Park. Nancy Reed, hospice and palliative liaison of Passages Hospice, will discuss how to approach behaviors without medications. The hour-long gathering at the continuing care retirement community will be open to questions and comments from the assembled group. Before ending, light refreshments will be

served. Reservations are requested. For more information and reservations, call 326-2300.

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.

Storm

Palos Hills, Chicago Ridge and Evergreen Park weathered the storm without serious property (Continued from page 1) damage or electrical outages, of“It’s a big deal to us, but it’s not ficials said. that big of a deal when you con- However, power outages were sider what could have happened. again an issue in a section of This wasn’t major.’’ Oak Lawn typically affected by hour surgery to remove what Hickory Hills Village Clerk Dee storms. her neurosurgeon calls “an un- Catizone echoed Dawson’s senti- “Twenty four hours after the incident, residents of Oak Lawn usual, but fortunately benign, ments. meningioma” from the front “We were pretty lucky,” Cati- are still without power,” Trustee zone said. “It sort of blew over. Alex Olejniczak said. frontal portion of her brain. Outages affected more than 1,000 “It was surreal finding out It was pretty quick.” that Jessica had a brain tumor,” ComEd crews were working homes in an area roughly bounded said Lori Havelka, Michalec’s Monday to restore power to about by 87th and 101st streets between mom. “Three days after going 150 homes in the 9200 block of 52nd Avenue to Pulaski Road. Many to the emergency room, Jes- 88th Avenue, Catizone said. Those of those homes had power restored sica has brain surgery. Three homes lost electricity on Sunday by Sunday night, but an area near days after that, she goes home when a downed tree branch took 93rd Street and Tully Avenue reout a power line, she said. mained without electricity the folhealthy.” Next June, Michalec will graduate with her high school diploma and receive an associate’s degree in graphic web design from DeVry University Eleanor T. Banasiak Advantage Academy. Eleanor T. Banasiak (née Szafranski), 91, or Worth died Monday Experience the wonder and at her home. Visitation is today, glory of Christmas when the Thursday, at the Palos Gaidas Southwest Symphony plays its Funeral Home, 11028 S. South- most popular concert, Home for west Highway in Palos Hills. The the Holidays, at Sacred Heart Double Nickel The Double Nickel Plus Chorus funeral is Friday and 9 a.m. at Church, 8245 W. 111th St., Palos meets at the Community Center, the funeral home and 10 a.m. at Hills, on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 3450 W. 97th St. in Evergreen Park, Sacred Heart Church. Interment 7:30 p.m., and at St. Michael Church, 14327 Highland, Orevery Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in is at Resurrection Cemetery. Room 111. Newcomers are wel- Ms. Banasiak is survived by land Park, on Friday, Dec. 13, come. For more information call her children Dennis (Diane), at 7:30 p.m. Richard (Marian), Mary Ellen 422-8776. (Norbert) Czajka, Carole (Paula Joining the SSO for this magiMeals on Wheels Marr) Banasiak and Nancy (John) cal evening of holiday favorites The Evergreen Park Office of Chuscinski. Mrs. Banasiak was are the St. Michael and Sacred Citizens’ Services offers a Meals born in Chicago and worked as on Wheels program for village a waitress. residents 60 years and older who are unable to prepare their own Joshua A. Temko meals. Meals are delivered Monday Joshua A. Temko, 17, of Hickory through Friday. For more informaHills died suddenly Nov. 13 in The United Methodist Women tion call 422-8776. Naperville. Visitation was Friday of the First United Methodist at Calvary Church in Lemont and Church of Oak Lawn are havthe funeral was Saturday at the ing a cookie bonanza Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. until they same location. He is survived by his father are sold out. Homemade cookDennis Temko Jr., grandparents, ies for the Christmas holidays Kathleen and Paul Smith and sib- will be available for $9 a pound. lings Matthew and Sarah Temko. The church is located at 10000 S. He was born in Oak Lawn and Central Ave. For more information, call 423-1170. was a student. *** The St. Patricia holiday craft and vendor show will be held from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, in the Parish Center. Admission is free. Openings for craft-

two Christmas concerts

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Heart Music Ministries and the Voices of the Valley. Tickets, from $5 to $25, are available at the door, in advance by calling 802-0686 and online at www.southwestsymphony. com. Children 12 and under are free. Instrumentalists wishing to audition for the Symphony, should call the number above. This concert is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

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lowing day, Olejniczak said. Olejniczak, a long-time critic of ComEd, said a damaged wooden utility pole located behind Fox’s Pub, 9240 S. Cicero Ave., collapsed during the storm, causing the outage. “It was weathered and warped through,” said Olejniczak, who added that markings indicated that the pole had not been inspected since 1983. ComEd officials said the pole was not responsible for the outage, and added that it was inspected in 1997. Olejniczak said homes in the 4600 block of 105th and 106th streets also were without power. “It’s just a frustration,” he said.

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Community residents are asked to bring their gently used men’s, women’s and children’s coats to Neat Repeats Resale. They are also looking for new and gently used children’s winter clothing and toys. Donations are accepted daily at either store, 7026 W. 111th St., Worth, or 9028 W. 159th St., Orland Park. For more information, call the Worth store at 361-6860, or the Orland Park location at 364-7605. Neat Repeats is now open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a nonprofit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence. *** Neat Repeats Resale stores are looking for volunteers to work in their stores in Worth and Orland Park. Volunteers are asked to give five hours a week to make a difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence. Volunteers can develop new skills and help in their community. Volunteer Recruitment Day is Saturday, Dec. 7th and those interested can visit the stores in Orland Park at 9028 W. 159th St. or in Worth at 7026 W. 111th St. Attendees will be given a tour, a chance meet other volunteers, and learn why Neat Repeats is a great place to volunteer. For more information, call the store manager either in Orland Park at 364-7605, or Worth at 361-6860. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence.

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Thursday, November 21, 2013

Grade schools

Oh, the Joy of Oak Ridge School By District 117

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Students color up safe seats â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The first and second graders at St. Louis de Montfort School, 8840 S. Ridgeland, are competing in the 2013 Illinois Secretary of State â&#x20AC;&#x153;Color Me in a Safe Seatâ&#x20AC;? child passenger safety seat poster coloring contest. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This contest promotes the importance of safe travel for young children by using creative expression. Pictured with their posters are first grade students, from left, Niki Grlica, Nola Fleming, Ryan Rehacek, Michael Puccini, and Angelina Collaro.

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Julianna Joy has spent nearly half her life in North Palos District 117. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The 50-year-old Chicago Ridge woman spent three years as a student in the district and the last 21 years working with small groups of students as a speech pathologist. She currently works at Oak Ridge School. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Joy and her family â&#x20AC;&#x201D; her mom and dad and eight siblingsmoved to Palos Hills when Julianna started sixth grade at Oak Ridge, which used to house students from kindergarten to sixth grade. She attended Conrady Junior High School for seventh and eighth grades. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; She remembers initially wanting to be a writer, but had an epiphany about the time she entered Oak Ridge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There were a couple of teachers who really made me realize that teaching was a profession I wanted to pursue,â&#x20AC;? Joy said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so glad I did.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Joy said that (retired) teachers Jim Upchurch and Ron Kanzulak â&#x20AC;&#x153;were incredibly knowledgeable and made learning so much fun for their students.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wanted to be part of that,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love kids. I love my two sons and I love my students.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Joy said Upchurch and Kanzulak â&#x20AC;&#x153;really connected with their students and made them want to come to school everyday.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;That is one of the things I try to do with my students,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I love helping them.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; She said her decision to become a speech pathologist crystallized when she took a class in college at Illinois State University. She was working with small groups of students and thought she could have a greater impact in that type of a setting. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Joy and Stefani Bell share space in the schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lower level (at least until January when the new addition is expected to be completed) and use various games to help work on improving stu-

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Julianna Joy has been a staple at the Oak Ridge School for many years. dentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; speech skills. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Making things fun keeps kid engaged and keeps them excited about coming to school,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel lucky to be doing something I enjoy and helping make a difference in the lives of my

students.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; When sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not at school, Joy said she enjoys gardening, reading, arts and crafts and various Do-It-Yourself projects. â&#x20AC;&#x153;What I really love is spending time with family.â&#x20AC;?

Ridge Central honors veterans By School District 127.5 â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Students and teachers honored Veterans Day with an assembly on Nov. 12 at Ridge Central Elementary School. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The gymnasium was filled with more than 500 students who learned the importance of honoring veterans and remembering all who have served or are serving in the United States Armed Forces by recognizing Veterans Day. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Specialist Bill Muth, Specialist Richard Egan, Private 1st Class Robert Maton and Staff Sgts. Rita Ramos, and Gerri Maton were recognized and as each

name was called, local Boy Scout Pack 3665 members walked with the veteran to his or her seat as the students and staff clapped in recognition. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tapsâ&#x20AC;? was played on a trumpet by Bill Muth as everyone stood at attention with right hands over their hearts. A film was shown explaining exactly what Veterans Day is, and why it is important. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The veterans and spouses were presented with a plaque and a rose, signifying thanks and appreciation for the sacrifice they have made to this country.

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Taking part in a recent Veterans Day tribute were, back row from left: Sebastian Saleh, David Fedro, Shawn Gorman, Jonathan Doolan, Michael Wickman, A.J. Egan, Cody Kavanagh, Ryan Lorz, Matthew Gunderson, Ben Solecki, Joseph Fraider, Richie Chandler and Eddie Yniguez. In the middle row are Gerri Maton, Robert Maton, Richard Egan, Bill Muth and Rita Ramos. In the front row seated are: Lukas Smolarek, Adam Almrayati, Joshua Hartell, Michael Misiunas, Ryne Luna, Trevor Burke, Jason Solecki, Justin Hartell and Sean Huff.

Health Scan Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s facts at Orland Township â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association of Greater Illinois Chapter in collaboration with Synergy HomeCare and Orland Township will hold â&#x20AC;&#x153;Learning to Connect: Relating to the Person with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;sâ&#x20AC;? on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m., at the Orland Township Office, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This presentation will provide insight into memory loss and dementia, as well as introduce the audience to techniques that can be used to make communication more effective and the time spent with loved ones affected by Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more meaningful. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This event is free but registration is required by calling the Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association at (815)744-0804, or online at www.alz.org/Illinois.

Smith CCRC free support groups for dementia caregivers â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Residents of the Orland Park and Beverly neighborhoods who care for seniors living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease or dementia will get together during December at free meetings Thursday, Dec. 5, at Smith Crossing and Tuesday, Dec. 10, at Smith Village in Chicagoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Beverly area. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The hour-long gatherings at both continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be open to questions and comments from the assembled groups. Before ending, light refreshments will be served. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; On Dec. 5, Smith Crossingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resident services director Katie

Liston and social service director Amy Majcina will welcome guest speaker Nancy Reed, hospice and palliative liaison of Passages Hospice. The topic that evening will be how to approach behaviors without medication. Smith Crossing is at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park (enter at 104th Avenue and 183rd Street). To reserve a place, call 326-2300 or go to familyand friends@smithcrossing.org. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Dec. 10, Smith Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory support coordinator Diane Morgan will lead an open discussion, some of which will touch upon how you can best prepare for family gatherings over the holidays. The meeting is being held at 2320 W. 113th Place in Chicago. To reserve a seat, call (773) 474-7300 or go to familyandfriends@smithvil lage.org.

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St. Catherine goes beyond the books â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; St. Catherine of Alexandria School offers Beyond the Book, a monthly after-school enrichment class. The students meet three times a month for an hour. Some classes that were offered in October were: Beauty Boutique where girls learned how to braid hair and make hair accessories; American Girl Doll tea party and fashion show; and Halloween craft activities.

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Thursday, November 21, 2013 The Reporter

High schools & College

Photos by Jeff Vorva

Honoring Hallberg Former Miami Marlins manager John Boles (above photo) and a host of family members (right photo) honor Bob Hallberg as the court at the Shannon Center at St. Xavier was dedicated in his honor. For more on the night, see Jeff Vorva’s column on page 3.

Bulletin Board Chicago Christian

Chicago Christian High School will be performing the C.S. Lewis masterpiece “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe” for its fall production. Performances will be at 7 p.m. Thursday and 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Friday November 23 at 2:30 p.m. in the CCHS Auditorium. Tickets for the evening performance will be $5 for students and seniors and $8 for adults, they will be $3 for students and seniors and $5 for adults for the matinee performance. Tickets will be for reserved seating, so advanced purchases are encouraged. Tickets will be on sale in the main office at CCHS. For more information, call 708388-7650.

Evergreen Park

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.

Mother McAuley

The Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School Theatre Program will present its annual allschool musical, “Hello, Dolly,” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. More than 300 McAuley students participate in the show, whether on stage or as part of the stage crew, tech crew, make-up crew, costume crew or orchestra. The female cast of “Hello, Dolly” includes seniors Amanda Donohoe and Stephanie Simon, both of Mt. Greenwood, as the lead Mrs. Dolly Gallagher Levi; juniors Elizabeth Evans (Morgan Park) and Claire Cunningham (Beverly) as Ernestina; seniors Kaitlyn McCormick (Beverly) and Angela Graney (Morgan Park) as Ermengarde; juniors Jessica Pedroza (Orland Park) and Erin Cunnea (Crestwood) as Minnie Fay; seniors Nell Vandeveld and Alix Solis, both of Beverly, as Irene Malloy;

seniors Clarice Rohan (South Chicago) and Regina Bressanell (Blue Island) as Mrs. Rose; senior Kaitlyn Leone (Tinley Park) and junior Colleen Romano (Palos Park) as Horse; senior Michaela Rutledge (Oak Lawn) as First Cook; junior Madeleine Zuiker (Beverly) as Second Cook; and senior Megan Malloy (Mt. Greenwood) and junior Suzanne Dwyer (Tinley Park) as the Court Clerk Reporter. Boys in leading roles in “Hello, Dolly” include Declan Kennedy and Colin Allpow as Horace Vandergelder, Reagan Pender and Frankie Zabilka as Cornelius Hackl, Andrew Gardener and Thomas Schuberth as Barnaby Tucker, Christian Alvarez as Rudolph Reisenweber, Brendan Kelly as Stanley, Matt Hack as Fritz, Nate Evanish as Harry, John DeFranco as Louie, Brian Leibforth as Danny, Tommy Jakubczak as Manny, John Defranco and Brian Leibforth as the Judge and Mitch Davilo as the Policeman. The cast is rounded out with a group of specialty dancers, a specialty singing chorus, additional dancers and a choral ensemble. Many students hold leadership positions that are integral to preparing for the production. Among those positions is the role of Assistant Director, held by seniors Paige Kennedy (Blue Island), Kaitlyn Leone (Tinley Park), Clarice Rohan (South Chicago), Kara Talbert (Oak Lawn) and junior Jhyia Gafeney (Washington Heights). The production staff for the show includes Director, Patricia Haynes; Vocal Directors, Carrie Alifantis and Julie McKee; Choreographer, Michael Gutrich; Conductor, Hannah Lawson; Scenic Designer, Donna Thomas and Technical Director, Kyle Dunleavy. Tickets for the show are $10. All seats are reserved. Reservations are available by calling 773-881-6512. *** Mother McAuley faculty member Roz Iasillo has been selected to receive the George K. McGuire Academic Distinguished Alumni Award from the School of Education at Saint Xavier University. She received the award at a ceremony on Oct. 3. Iasillo has been a faculty member at McAuley for 25 years and has served as sci-

ence department chairperson, moderator of EcoMacs and the science bowl team. Mother McAuley Faculty Member Debuts Painting at Saint Xavier University. Mother McAuley faculty member and artist Kathy Gordon Davis debuted a painting, “The Valiant Woman,” at a reception at Saint Xavier University (SXU). The reception took place in the new SXU Robert and Mary Murphy Stump Memorial Library on October 16. The painting was donated by the Saint Xavier University Class of 1961. Davis has been a faculty member at Mother McAuley for more than 25 years, and currently is the chair of the visual arts and technology department.

Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn Community High School Media Center will host its first Family Reading Night on from 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 21. The event will be an evening book club for students, parents, staff, and the community. There will be discussion and activities based around the popular novel “The Fault in Our Stars” by award-winning author John Green. The book is an insightful, ambitious, and heartbreaking story which explores the funny/tragic business of being alive and in love. It’s a rare best seller aimed at teens and adults. A limited number of event Tshirts will also be on sale that evening or beforehand for $10. Proceeds go to the Media Center activity account. Please contact media specialists Eileen Jones at ejones@olchs.org or Jennifer Sidlow at jsidlow@olchs.org for more information.

Shepard

The Alan B. Shepard High School Fall Arts, Crafts and Vendor Bazaarwill be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 in the gym, 13049 S. Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights. The entrance is at door number 12 at the back of the building. Admission is $2 per person, but parking is free. Sponsoring the event are the Athletic Boosters and it features more than 150 crafters. Concessions are available all day. For more information, call 371-1111, Ext. 3871.

St. Xavier University

Saint Xavier University’s Board of Trustees elected Ver-

non O. Crawley, Ph.D., president emeritus of Moraine Valley Community College, to a three-year team. Crawley served as president of Moraine Valley Community College for 21 years, retiring in 2012. Prior to his tenure at Moraine Valley, he served as president of Saint Louis Community College in Forest Park for 13 years. He has held numerous administrative and teaching positions at Dundalk Community College, Pennsylvania State University, and Morgan State University.

Spartans collect 55 meal baskets By Oak Lawn Community HS

Oak Lawn Community High School students and staff collected 55 full meal baskets for the annual Student Council Thanksgiving Food Drive. Each meal basket included numerous items such as canned fruits and vegetables, cornbread mix, juice, and a $20 grocery store gift certificate. The baskets were donated to food pan*** Saint Xavier University an- tries at Faith Evangelical Lunounced that highly regarded theran Church in Oak Lawn and documentary photographer Fr. Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Don Doll, S.J., will receive an in Burbank. honorary doctorate and deliver Five or more baskets were the commencement address at collected by the following teachthe University’s 2013 Winter Commencement on Sat., Dec. 14. The ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. in the Shannon Center at SXU’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St. Fr. Doll is a Jesuit priest whose work has been featured in National Geographic and a number of the “Day in the Life of...” book series created by Rick Smolan. A two-year project titled “The Jesuits” has taken him around the world. One of his stories from this project, “Finding Ernesto,” aired on ABC’s Nightline with Ted Koppel in 1999. Doll has photographed for the Jesuit Refugee Service in Uganda, Southern Sudan, Burundi, Rwanda, the Congo, Chad, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East since 2005. *** Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy cancelled his talk at the 2013 Breakfast with the Experts event Tuesday and is rescheduled to kick-off the 2014 Breakfast with the Experts speaker and networking series on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Saint Xavier University. The event, jointly sponsored by Saint Xavier University and the Beverly Area Planning Association, begins at 7:30 a.m. with a networking breakfast followed by the 8 a.m. keynote address. It will be held in the Butler Reception Room, located in the Warde Academic Center at SXU’s Chicago campus, 3700 W. 103rd St. Registration is $15 for the public and $10 for BAPA Members. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Shepard’s Leo Club volunteers at South Suburban Humane Society

ers or departmental offices: the Deans’ Office, Brett Habas, Jennifer Jepsen and Jodi Newton. Student Council will host an after school pizza party for these students and staff members for their efforts. For the first time ever, there was a tie for the winner for most baskets. The Turkey Chalice, an engraved vase that is showcased in the teacher’s classroom until the next food drive, will be shared by Tracy Hochstadt’s English Advanced Placement class and Tim Sidlow’s English III Honors classes for each donating 11 full meal baskets.

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Oak Lawn Community High School students collected Thanksgiving food baskets for community pantries. Pictured are Julia Bugaj, Kenneth Schlesser, Azziza Hasan, Kristina Balboa, Meghan Jean, Edgar Cahue, Troy Walker and Pastor Mark Birkholz.

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Pfister wins NIU award

Oak Lawn Community High School senior Brian Pfister won first place this year for his artwork in the Northern Illinois University High School Invitational Exhibition. His work was honored over 200 other pieces. The title of the piece is “Boundless.” Brian said. “I chose the piece because it best represents my style as an artist and I chose the title because I feel through art, possibilities are boundless,” Pfister said. High school students from all over the northern Illinois region submit pieces in hopes of having their art recognized by prestigious By District 218 judges. Each high school art teacher is allowed to submit two works. The Leo Club from Shepard High This year’s exhibition took place from Oct. 18 to Nov. 9. School recently volunteered to help staff and walk dogs at the South Suburban Humane Society. Faculty sponsors Jennifer Klein and Erin Quinlan and the Leo Club visited the animal shelter to help staff on a Sunday. The walked dogs, played with cats, and helped staff with clerical tasks. “The kids were free to pick any Air Force Airman Susan L. studies, Air Force core values, dog and walk it for however long. Janks, the daughter of Patricia physical fitness, and basic warMost walked two dogs that day. Janks of Palos Park and John fare principles and skills. Airmen They are free now to go back and Janks of Clarksville, Tenn., grad- who complete basic training earn walk the dogs any time they want,” uated from basic military training four credits toward an associate at Joint Base San Antonio-Lack- in applied science degree through Klein said. Leo Club, the high school affiliate land, San Antonio, Texas. The the Community College of the Air of Lions Clubs International, vol- airman completed an intensive, Force. Janks is a 2008 graduate of unteers at many community events eight-week program that included Amos Alonzo Stagg High School, training in military discipline and Palos Hills. and on-going service projects.

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Leanne Skuby, a member of the Leo Club from Shepard High School, volunteered at the South Suburban Humane Society.

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Plenty of treats for the troops Oak Lawn Park District Ice Arena ice-skaters display an overwhelming amount of candy that was collected for the Treats for Troops event. Candy collected from the event will be sent over to the troops overseas.

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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.

Evergreen Park

The Evergreen Park Recreation Department holds classes in several locations. For more information and registration, call 229-3373 or 229-3374. Santa visits start soon The Evergreen Park Recreation Department is beginning Santa visits Friday, Dec. 6, and they will run through Christmas Eve. Santa visits are scheduled at 20-minute intervals between 5 and 9 p.m. Appointments are necessary. For appointments and more information, call the recreation department starting at 9 a.m. Monday. Boot Camp Is back Participants should be prepared to use military style training to achieve fitness. This class is for all fitness levels and is being held from 8 to 9 a.m. beginning Saturday. The fee is $50 for 10 classes and the instructor is Anne Doorhy. The class is held at Yukich Field, 89th & Kedzie Avenue (weather permitting). Girls Night Out focuses on

Thanksgiving Girls in second through fifths grades are invited to participate in Thanksgiving themed activities including crafts, games, snacks, and more from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Community Center, 3450 W. 97th St. The fee is $15. 2013 Holiday Break Offensive Skills Basketball Camp offered at Activity Center Drills will focus on teaching players the fundamentals necessary to be effective offensive basketball players. They will learn proper footwork, balance, ball handling and passing, shooting mechanics, teamwork and offensive moves. The camp will be held Thursday through Tuesday, Dec. 26, through Dec. 31. Class one will be offered from 9:30 to 11 a.m. to 6 to 9 year old boys and girls. Class two will be offered from 11 a.m. to 12: 30 p.m. to 10-13 year old boys and girls. Classes will be held at the Activity Center, 3220 W. 98th St., and the fee is $50. Registration is being held at Recreation Department, 3450 West 97th St., or by calling 229-3373.

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Open basketball for 5th through 12th grade boys and girls is available on Fridays through Dec. 20. The 5th through 8th graders at(Continued on page 12)

Library Notes 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.

Green Hills

The Green Hills Public Library is at 8611 W. 103rd St. in Palos Hills. The phone number is 5988446. *** 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. ***

Holiday Portraits will be snapped during 20-minute time increments from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, on a first-come, firstserved 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. *** Teens can learn how to make candy sushi using different types of gummy candies and other sweet treats. Registration is required and limited to 25 teens. The candy making class will be held at 6 p.m. Monday. *** The Green Hills Public Library District will be extending Friday hours to 9 p.m. starting Dec. 6. The library will host special events on select Friday evenings.

Oak Lawn

The Oak Lawn Library is at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. The phone number is 422-4990. Finals Week Snack and Study High school students are invited to bring their books and meet their friends at the Oak Lawn Public Library to study for finals. Students will congregate in Meeting Room C for group study and snacks. Quiet study areas are available throughout the library. The times and dates for Snack and Study are: 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15; and 4 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16 through Wednesday, Dec. 18. *** Free Movie: Holiday Inn A free movie screening of “Holiday Inn” will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. at the Oak Lawn Public Library. The movie features an inn which is only open on holidays, a crooner and a hoofer vie for the affections of a beautiful up-and-coming performer. It stars Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire. It premiered in 1942, is not rated, and is 100 minutes long (one hour, 40 minutes). The free movie is one of the adult programs offered at the library. (Continued on page 12)

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Black Friday do’s and dont’s

Have you started taking your RMDs? Throughout your career, you have been working hard to save in one or more retirement accounts. Then, once you retire, you’ll have some new decisions to make. But one choice has already been made for you: the age at which you must start taking withdrawals, or “distributions.” It’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with these distribution rules because they can have a big impact on your retirement income. And you may even want to take action before the end of the year. Here, in a nutshell, is the story: Once you reach age 70½, you must begin taking taxable withdrawals — known as “required minimum distributions,” or RMDS — from your traditional IRA and most other retirement plans, such as a 401(k) plan, a 403(b) plan or a 457(b) plan. A Roth IRA, however, is not subject to RMDs. If you turned 70½ in 2013, you may want to take your first RMD no later than Dec. 31. You could wait until April 1, 2014, to take your initial distribution, but you’d then have to take your next one by Dec. 31, 2014 — and two distributions in one year could have a sizable impact on your taxes. After you’ve taken your first

RMD, you’ll have to take one by Dec.31 of each calendar year for the rest of your life — or until your account balance is zero. These minimum distributions are calculated annually based on your age, account balance at the end of the previous year, marital status and spouse’s age. If you do not meet the annual minimum distribution, you may be subject to a 50% penalty on your underpayment, plus ordinary income tax as the funds are withdrawn. Of course, while you have to take at least the minimum distribution from your retirement plans, you can always take more — but should you? There’s no one “right answer” for everyone. Obviously, if you need the money, you may have to go beyond the minimum when taking distributions. But if you have enough income from other sources — such as investments in other accounts, Social Security and even earnings from a part-time job — you may want to stick with the minimum distributions and leave your retirement accounts as intact as possible for as long as possible, thereby allowing them to potentially continue growing on a tax-deferred basis.

Whatever your decision, you’ll want to allow sufficient time to determine the size and timing of your RMDs, because if you have several retirement accounts, you may need to make some choices. For example, if you have more than one IRA, you can add the RMDS and take the combined distribution amount from any one — or more — of your IRAs. And if you have more than one 401(k), you must calculate your RMDs separately for each plan. To help ensure you’re doing things “by the book,” consult with your tax and financial advisors before you start taking your RMDs. You work hard to build your retirement plans. So, when it’s time to start tapping into them, you’ll want to make the right moves. Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.

Profits & Sense The dentists, oral surgeons, dental hygienists and staff members of Oak Dental Associates in Oak Lawn wish to make a gift of free dentistry

to the community this holiday season. The dental practice and its owner, Dr. Chris Pallotto is offering a day of free dentistry Tuesday, Dec. 10 when

free fillings, extractions, or cleanings will be provided to the first 50 patients. For more information, contact Pallotto at 422-1900.

Talkin Poker

By Tony Dunst

Don’t pass up a good opportunity to bluff At the end of August, I went to the Seminole Hard Rock casino in Hollywood, Fla., to play in its heavily advertised $10 million guarantee tournament. This event wasn’t officially linked to any poker tour, and it was the first time such a huge guarantee had been put on a U.S. tournament since Black Friday, when the Justice Department shut down the big poker websites. To everyone’s relief, the tournament surpassed the guarantee and accumulated a prize pool of nearly $12 million. A major reason why the tournament was able to build such a large prize pool was that it allowed re-entries on all three starting days. You could re-enter until the dinner break on each day, but like many players, I decided to only fire once per day. I busted both Day 1A and Day 1B, so while playing day 1C, I knew I was out of chances. Fortunately, I got a pretty good table draw and even sucked out during a major pot. By the time we reached the 300-600 level, I had 60,000.

Of the numerous ways to miss an opportunity in tournament poker, failing to bluff when you should is among the most frustrating. If you make a big hero call that turns out to be wrong, you at least got to satisfy your curiosity. But when you fail to bluff and find out it likely would’ve worked, you feel emasculated. On the hand right before the break, a thoughtful and active player with 75,000 raised to 1,400 in middle position. A loose player called on the cutoff, and with Kd Js, I elected to call on the button. I could have opted to three-bet, but I thought that this particular raiser might have suspected me of trying to make a play right before the break, so I just called. The big blind called as well, and we saw a flop of Ad 10d 5c, giving me a gutshot with the back-door nut flush draw. After the big blind checked, the raiser fired out a bet of 3,000. The cutoff folded and I called, leading to a fold from the big blind. The turn was the 4d, and my opponent checked. At this point, my intention should have been to fire two streets, since I knew for sure

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that my opponent couldn’t have the nuts, and that it would be hard for him to call big bets on two streets with just one pair. I followed through with a bet of 7,500, and my opponent thought for a few moments before calling. The river was the Jc, giving me second pair. My opponent checked, and for some inexplicable reason I checked behind. While it may seem that making second pair would have given me a chance of winning at showdown, once my opponent called the turn bet it was almost impossible for him to have a hand worse than a pair of jacks. If anything, the appearance of the jack on the river should have encouraged me to bluff, because it decreased the likelihood that my opponent had two pair. But instead, I made a very weak check, and my opponent showed a pair of red queens, which were good to win the pot. As he was collecting his chips at the end of the hand, he said, “I wonder what I would’ve done if you’d bet the river. Probably folded.” And he wasn’t even trying to rub salt in the wound. (Tony Dunst is a poker pro and host of “Raw Deal” on World Poker Tour telecasts. Catch him every Sunday night on FSN.)

With Thanksgiving (and Black Friday) a week away, these next few weeks are prime-time for the shopping world. As always, there are deals to be had, but if you’re not careful, you’ll wind up wasting money on sub-par products. Sure, that tablet is super cheap, but is it even worth the $50 sticker price? Before we get into ways to protect yourself, it’s good to know what’s out there. In addition to all the usual Black Friday sales — cheap laptops (that get slightly more powerful each year), cheap TVs (that get slightly bigger each year), majorly discounted phones — there are two categories that will define this year’s shopping experience: tablets and video games. Tablets for Everyone Have you heard? Apple’s released two new iPads in the last month. Most stores are offering some kind of promotion on them, whether it’s a slight discount (the best I’ve seen is Best Buy offering the entrylevel iPad Air for $449, a $50 discount off the $499 sticker price) or a gift card with purchase (Target is offering a $100 gift card with the purchase of any iPad … and is also discounting the iPad Air by $20). If you want a really super cheap tablet, like $50 or less cheap, you’ll be able to find one. But is it even worth the money? Not if you intend on using it every day as a primary device. It may be great for your kids, but it won’t be able to keep up with the Nexus 7 or iPad mini, let alone fully-featured powerhouses like the Kindle Fire HDX or iPad Air. Season of the Video Game This holiday season is the biggest year for video games since 2006, as both Sony and Microsoft have new consoles available for purchase. No store will offer discounts on the PlayStation 4 or Xbox One — finding them at regular retail price will be difficult enough — but they’re the hot-ticket items this year. You may be able to find discounts on games for those systems, but the real values to be had are on older tech. When Nintendo launched the Wii U last year, it was a major flop. But a $50 price cut has made it more appealing, and bundling it with some of the system’s best titles — like Super Mario Bros. — make it a good value this year. Every major retail chain is offering bargain-basement-priced bundles for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. Sure, they’re not the companies’ latest and greatest, but being able to pick up the newest version of old hardware with a few top-tier

Techno Talk By Shelly Palmer games for $200 is nothing to scoff at. And don’t forget about handhelds — there are sales to be had on Nintendo’s 3DS and new 2DS, as well as on Sony’s PlayStation Vita. If you’ve been holding out on older hardware, now is the time to buy. Now that you know what’s out there, it’s important to stay protected. Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of your holiday shopping experience … and don’t get ripped off in the process. Read the Specifications! I’ve noticed a lot of sales on TVs in the past few years, but there’s something important to keep in mind: a lot of these sets have very bad specifications. They’re cheap because they’re not great. If

you’re going to watch sports and you want to see that football look beautiful and smooth, these aren’t the TVs you want to buy. Remember: it costs around a thousand bucks to buy that 60-inch flatscreen, not $500; you get what you pay for. Be very careful what you buy and make sure you read the specifications. Don’t run home and yell, “Look at this big screen TV!” and expect to watch football and love it, because you won’t. What specs matter? 1080p and the highest refresh rate you can afford.

240 Hz is preferred, 120 Hz is acceptable, 60 Hz is a serious red flag. Protect Yourself Online Whether you’re shopping in the days leading up to Black Friday, on the big day itself or on Cyber Monday, which marks the end of the week of sales, it’s easy to get ripped off. To stay safe while you shop, there are a few things you should do. Like any other day, make sure your anti-virus software is upto-date, to help you stay safe from any potential causes of malware. Shop sites that you trust and have ordered from before, and make sure you pay with a credit card. That way, you’re safer and federal law protects you. Also, look for https:// in the address bar and the lock in the lower-right corner of the screen. These ensure you’re on a safe and secure URL. Most importantly, don’t click on any links or offers that are too good to be true — if they seem too good to be true, they probably are. No one’s selling an iPad Air for $199 this year. Don’t even click on it. Plan Out Your Purchases Just about every store posts their Black Friday sales online, even several weeks in advance. To survive the most brutal shopping day of the year, know what you’re going to buy and where you’re going to buy it. Have backup plans in mind, too; if you want a doorbuster but don’t get there early enough, what will you get instead? Don’t just buy something to buy something — there are deals to be had, but Black Friday is also a great way for retail stores to unload older product on shoppers desperate to buy something. Whether you shop a lot, a little, or not at all, play it safe and be smart. Shelly Palmer is Fox 5 New York’s On-air Tech Expert (WNYW-TV) and the host of Fox Television’s monthly show Shelly Palmer Digital Living. He also hosts United Stations Radio Network’s, Shelly Palmer Digital Living Daily, a daily syndicated radio report that features insightful commentary and a unique insiders take on the biggest stories in technology, media, and entertainment. He is Managing Director of Advanced Media Ventures Group, LLC an industry-leading advisory and business development firm and a member of the Executive Committee of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (the organization that bestows the coveted Emmy® Awards).

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WHATIZIT?

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This first sight of snow and cold reminds us of our need for winterization. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The humidity drops and we are exposed to brutal, cold weather until the Spring. Winterization is not just for cars and home windows, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for the skin as well. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Always remember, the skin is the largest organ in our bodies. In order to maintain moisture and avoid that itchy winter skin, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s necessary to change your routine and switch oils from what you used over the summer. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; We can visit specialty stores and purchase overpriced, chemical-laden skin softeners or we can use what we have in our kitchen and save big bucks. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; First, dry skin can be a sign of lack of omega-3s, according to Dr. Joseph Mercola. He suggests we all make certain to take sufficient omega-3 oils. The next step, believe it or not, is to avoid petroleum based products and use coconut oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil or other essential oils after bathing. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; I personally use coconut oil and just discovered Costco sells marvelous avocado oil for cooking and skin care. A huge bottle that

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; We got most of you off your high horse with last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s extreme close-up of a sequined cowboy boot (the point of the boot is on the bottom of the photo). â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; After some of the folks in the office found out the answer to that one, they moaned and groaned and wanted to kick the shutterbug in the rear with the pointed boot. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Only our friends Geo and Ther Rebe of Worth got it half right by guessing a pair of boots so they only get half of their names in the paper this week. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Incorrect guesses included a glass trophy, horse blanket, a glove the butcher wears when cutting meat so he keeps all of his digits, a running board, chainmail armor, a stirrup, a designer sweater, a saddle rug, a dancing outfit and a sequin tank top, (Continued from page 10) â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clue: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not some pie in the sky photo. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Send those guesses with WHATIZIT? in the subject line to there- tend from 4 to 6:15 p.m. The 9th porter@comcast.net by Monday night. 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.

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Mixing it up for good health By Dee Woods

get, but they are multipurpose oils that are used for cooking, ingestion and topical application. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Coconut oil is about 50 percent lauric acid, a rare wonder that, when ingested, helps fight off lipid-coated viruses. It is super for topical application and protects the skin. To make it easy, I refill a decorative jar with coconut oil and keep it near the tub. Coconut oil is a more solid oil, but melts easily, especially once it touches the skin. I like to mix in a gelcap of astaxanthin for even further protection. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; I also make certain to take astaxanthin as part of my daily routine because of its powerful

antioxidant properties, and skin, brain and eye protective qualities. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Dr. Mercola lists a 5-step program for winter bathing, especially for senior citizens. Cleanliness is essential but hot baths arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Warm baths are far better. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to use a cleanser that does not contain harsh chemicals or harsh soaps. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; There are several ethnic stores that carry olive oil soap, again, at a decent price. They clean the skin leave it soft, and do not remove essential oils. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Dietary skin assistance comes in the form of green or white tea and is also provides skin protection. We must always remember omega-3s are essential as well as

vitamin D3. The sun is the best place to obtain natural vitamin D, but it is essential for many people to supplement with a quality form of D3. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; While the wind and frigid weather may take its toll, proper nutrition as well as gentle and constant skin care can mitigate much of the damage. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re insistent on purchasing skin products, make certain theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re organic and sit in front of the fireplace watching it snow, while you enjoy another Chicago winter. Dee Woods runs every first and third Thursday of the month. She can be reached at deewoods@ comcast.net.

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(Continued from page 10) *** Snowy Stories for a Winter Afternoon â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; When the cold weather hits, the Oak Lawn Library offers a warm place to sit and listen to stories about ice, snow and a little magic. These snowy stories can be heard from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15. Registration is not required and patrons of all ages are invited to drop by. *** Day and Night Reads Book Discussions â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Please join us at the Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Avenue, for a discussion of the book, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pigs in Heavenâ&#x20AC;? by Barbara Kingsolver will get underway from 2 to 3:30 p.m. and from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the Oak Lawn Library. Six-year-old Turtle Greer witness a freak accident at the Hoover Dam, leading to a manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dramatic rescue. But Turtleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s moment of celebrity draws her into a crisis of historical proportions that will envelop not only her and her mother, Taylor, but everyone else who touched their lives. Copies of the book will be available one month in advance of the discussion at the Help Desk. Registration is not required. *** Free Movie: Now You See Me â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Now You See Me,â&#x20AC;? in which an FBI agent and an Interpol detective track a team of Illusionists who pull off bank heists during their performances and reward their audiences with the money,â&#x20AC;? is the free movie offered by the Oak Lawn Library. The movie will be shown at 4 and 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 19. It stars Morgan Freeman, Mark Ruffalo and Isla Fisher. The movie debuted this year, is rated PG-13 and is 115 minutes long (one hour, 55 minutes). The free movie is part of the adult programs at the library. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Afternoon Storytime will feature storytelling, reading aloud, songs and games from 4 to 4:45 p.m. today, Thursday, and Thursday, Nov. 21 at the library. Afterschool Storytime is for children 5 to 7 years old and registration begins 10 days before each session. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A free movie screening of â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Way Way Backâ&#x20AC;? will be held at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26 at the library. Shy 14year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park. This movie stars Steve Carrell. The movie is rated PG-13 and is 103 minutes (one hour, 43 minutes) long. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Students, ages 11 to 15, seeking two hours of service may register for a group volunteering session. Many students will work together on large projects from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at library. Registration begins Wednesday, Nov. 27. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Participants can learn how to manage anxiety in a safe, healthy and natural way at 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 2 at the library. This program will include information about the causes and symptoms of anxiety in both children and adults, and mindfulness-based

practices to help reduce anxiety and regulate emotions. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Scrooge, Bob Cratchit and the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present and Future will be front and center in Rose Productions telling of Dickensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classic, â&#x20AC;&#x153;A Christmas Carol.â&#x20AC;? The event will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 at the library. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Pre-teens and teens can enjoy a variety of games including dancing, sports, and more on Wii, PlayStation and Xbox during game night at the library. The event will be geared to those between the ages of 11 to 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 and to teens from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11. Snacks will be provided. Registration is not required. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Creating a Thanksgiving craft for the holiday table is on tap from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Sunday, 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. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; A free movie screening of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Monsters Universityâ&#x20AC;? will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, at Oak Lawn Public Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. The movie takes a look at the relationship between Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University when they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily the best of friends. The 104 minute- (one hour, 44 minutes) film is for all ages and is rated G. For more information call 422-4990, or visit oaklawnlibrary.org. *** â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; The Friends of the Oak Lawn Library, are asking readers to donate gently used books, magazines, CDs and videos to the Friendsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ongoing book sale. Due to space limitations, the Friends will not accept Readers Digest Condensed Books, encyclopedias and older text books. The donation drop-off area is near the Cook Avenue entrance. Interested parties may fill out a short form at the Reception Booth to receive a tax letter by mail that acknowledges their donation. Hardcovers are 50 cents, paperbacks are 25 cents and magazines cost 10 cents. Audio visual items are priced as indicated. Funds collected from the book sale support library programming and purchases that are not covered in the regular budget. For more information call 422-4990, or visit oaklawnlibrary.org.

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Thursday, November 21, 2013 Section 2

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Go on with the wind RedHawks subdue Oswego in 8A quarters By Ken Karrson

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Mother McAuley players, seen here celebrating a sectional title, took home bigger championship gold on Saturday. The Mighty Macs claimed the 14th state crown in school history by knocking off Benet Academy in the Class 4A final at Illinois State University’s Redbird Arena.

Volleyball roundup

Taking it to the top Mighty Macs capture 14th state volleyball title By Anthony Nasella Since becoming head coach of Mother McAuley’s storied volleyball program in 2005, Jen DeJarld has experienced a lot of success with many of her teams — but never the winning of a state championship. That changed Saturday night at Illinois State University’s Redbird Arena. There, the Mighty Macs capped off an incredible 2013 season by capturing the school’s 14th title in the sport. In reigning over Illinois Class

4A volleyball for the first time in nine seasons, McAuley ended another team’s two-year stay at the top. Benet Academy was the Macs’ victim, 25-22, 25-19, in Normal. Under DeJarld, McAuley had finished second in 2007 and third on three other occasions, including last year. And while she holds great affection for all the teams she’s coached, DeJarld understandably beams with pride when considering this year’s 40-2 showing. “It was an exhilarating weekend

The winds of change didn’t blow Marist off-course Saturday night. A combination of stiff breezes and wet conditions in Mount Greenwood did force the RedHawks to go away from their preferred method of ball advancement. Evidence of that could be found in quarterback Jack Donegan’s season-low 14 pass attempts. However, tailback Peter Andreotti was ready and able to pick up any offensive slack, and his exploits -- plus those of a suddenly robust defense -- were enough to keep Marist moving forward in the Class 8A playoffs. While visiting Oswego did fashion an early 7-all tie, the Panthers were kept off the scoreboard the remainder of the way. Meanwhile, the RedHawks tallied twice more to register their second straight 21-7 win in the postseason. This latest victory carried Marist into the state semifinals for the first time since 2009, when it wound up playing for a championship. To return to the state-title contest, the RedHawks must defeat Naperville Central on the road on Saturday. Those Redhawks punched their ticket to the semis with a 47-18 quarterfinal triumph over Neuqua Valley.

and an amazing season,” DeJarld said. “There’s such incredible satisfaction in what this team accomplished [by] keeping focused all the way throughout the season, from Aug. 14 to Nov. 16. It’s a long time, and to have and to keep that drive, focus and work ethic is a testament to these girls. All the hard work paid off. “For all the teams I coached that made it to state — I’m very proud of all of them. We’ve finished toward the top in many seasons; last year, we made it down with By Ken Karrson (Continued on page 6) Like objects of a prom queen’s scorn, Brother Rice has experienced plenty of heartbreak during the 2013 football season. One last bout of it was delivered to the Crusaders Saturday afternoon at Joe Johnston Field. Seeing its first action in three weeks by hosting Fenwick in a Chicago Catholic League semifinal playoff rhonen Field sloppy and all those game, Rice was more rested than who trod upon it a mess. But the rusty as it jumped out to a 14-0 Bulldogs took care of the “down” halftime lead. before it became an “out.” But then an old bugaboo A 6-0 lead the Phoenix had cropped up, and three secondtaken near the end of the first half turnovers proved too much quarter still held up as the minto overcome. utes rolled off the fourth-period The Friars used the last of those clock. Staring playoff elimination to set up a 34-yard Michael Cahill in the face, Richards managed to field goal, which was booted with avoid it by forcing overtime, which four seconds left in regulation. By quarterback Hasan Muhammadvirtue of the successful kick, FenRogers did when he raced 19 yards wick defeated the Crusaders 24-21 into the Lincoln-Way North end and moved on to face St. Rita, zone with just 1:42 remaining. a victor over De La Salle in the Then in the extra session, Muother semifinal, this weekend. hammad-Rogers struck again. His The winner of the Catholic 10-yard keeper featured the junior League final will appear in the signal-caller breaking a tackle and Prep Bowl at Solider Field the receiver Ryan Willett throwing a Friday after Thanksgiving. Opcritical block for him, and that posing it will be the champion of touchdown — which followed Tathe Chicago Public League. cari Carpenter’s batting down of As for Rice (3-7), the narrow a Phoenix field-goal try — lifted setback was merely the latest in the Bulldogs to a 12-6 victory that a long line of them this fall. Six put them in the state semifinals of the Crusaders’ losses came by for the first time in 12 years. a total of just 49 points. One of Richards (11-1) will square off those was an eight-point defeat with East St. Louis Sr. Saturday against the Friars during the regular schedule. (Continued on page 6)

“They’re a great team,” Marist coach Pat Dunne said of Naperville Central. “They’re similar offensively to us [and] I’m not at all surprised to see them [at this point].” Some people, though, might not have expected the local RedHawks (9-3) to be providing the opposition. But Marist has chosen the ideal moment to play its best ball. That’s especially so on the prevention side, where the RedHawks have stepped up in a big way. While the negative weather elements hampered both Marist and Oswego, the latter also found itself mistake-prone -- the RedHawks forced a total of four turnovers, which continued a recent pattern of defensive excellence. “Since the Benet [Academy] game [in Week 8], I think we’ve had about 20 turnovers [caused by our defense],” Dunne said. “The No. 1 big thing overall right now is the turnover ratio, which is a credit to everybody. [Receivers] Nic [Weishar] and Flynn [Nagel] have had a huge impact, but everybody on that defense has been flying around and playing to the whistle. “This group is so close as a team. We’ve been practicing very good, and the leadership of our seniors and captains has been tremendous.” Andreotti gave his defensive

mates a lead to protect on Marist’s initial series of the night as he finished off a lengthy drive with a 2-yard scoring run. The senior tallied again before the conclusion of the opening stanza, doing so on a 6-yard dash that was preceded by a Weishar reception that brought the hosts down to Oswego’s 8-yard line. The RedHawks began the later possession inside the Panthers’ 40, thanks in large part to a Ryan Tucker punt that had pinned the visitors down at their own 1. Tucker also kicked his team out of trouble during the third period despite having to punt into the wind, as he landed a ball at Oswego’s 26. Prior to Tucker’s kick, Marist had successfully gambled on a fourth-and-1 play at its own 28. “The wind was a big factor, and we were going into the wind,” Dunne said in explanation of why he didn’t opt to punt the ball back to the Panthers sooner. “We got up to the line quick and got it. Our O-line got those pushes, and P.J. ran phenomenally and took care of the ball. “This was a tremendous team win because we played well in all three areas. We played on a short field most of the game -- that was definitely a big thing -- [but] we believe in every guy on this team. Whatever we do, we’re going to (Continued on page 2)

One more heartbreak Crusaders fall to Friars in final seconds

Dirty, but not down

“It is what it is,” Rice coach Brian Badke said. “It’s frustrating, but we just didn’t get it done. We’re just not finishing [well].” Badke elevated a total of 35 players from the Crusaders’ two lower-level squads to the varsity

prior to the contest, and one of those newcomers — freshman Ricky Smalling — caught a 45-yard scoring pass from Alex Alarcon that handed Rice a 2114 advantage late in the third (Continued on page 5)

Bulldogs brave elements, slip past Phoenix in OT By Ken Karrson

was down and dirty. Halfway through Saturday The second part of that descripnight’s Class 6A quarterfinal ver- tion never changed, as rain and sus Lincoln-Way North, Richards high winds combined to make Ko-

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Richards’ Tacari Carpenter (left) and Hasan Muhammad-Rogers watch the Bulldogs’ defense battle Lincoln-Way North’s offense Saturday night. Muhammad-Rogers’ two late touchdowns and Carpenter’s block of a Phoenix field goal helped Richards notch a 12-6 overtime victory in a Class 6A quarterfinal game at Korhonen Field.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Brother Rice running back Marcus Jones looks up at the referee for a touchdown signal after crossing the goal line Saturday against Fenwick. A last-second field goal enabled the Friars to collect a 24-21 victory in the Chicago Catholic League playoff game at Johnston Field.

PLAYOFF FOOTBALL FORECAST

Jason Maholy is your new leader in the postseason race after last week’s 9-1 showing in the race for the postseason MVP. Jeff Vorva is a game behind him and the king of the regular season, Ken Karrson and reader Wally Findysz are two behind Holy Maholy. Anthony Nasella, he of big and hearty laughs, will probably not have the last laugh as he is four games behind with two weeks to go. The semifinals are this week and it is fun that Marist and Richards are still alive and kicking. On to the semis!

Last week: Final regular season: Postseason Marist at Naperville Central Richards at East St. Louis Loyola at Stevenson Batavia at Rockford Boylan De La Salle at St. Rita Mt. Carmel at Edwardsville Sycamore at Montini Leo at Lena-Winslow Lake Zurich at Glenbard West Stillman Valley at Aurora Christian

Ken Karrson 7-3 73-14 25-9 Marist Richards Loyola Batavia St. Rita Mt. Carmel Montini Lena-Winslow Glenbard West Aurora

Jeff Vorva 7-3 69-18 26-8 Marist East St. Louis Loyola Boylan St. Rita Mt. Carmel Montini Leo Glenbard West Aurora

Anthony Nasella 6-4 64-23 23-11 Marist Richards Loyola Boylan St. Rita Mt. Carmel Sycamore Lena-Winslow Glenbard West Aurora

Jason Maholy 9-1 72-15 27-7 Marist East St. Louis Loyola Boylan St. Rita Mt. Carmel Montini Lena-Winslow Glenbard West Aurora

Wally Findysz 6-4 72-15 25-9 Marist East St. Louis Loyola Boylan St. Rita Mt. Carmel Montini Leo Glenbard West Aurora

Section 2 Thursday, November 21, 2013

The Regional News - The Reporter

Cougars go retro in rout Traveling Incognito SXU ends campaign by blasting Olivet down Brutish Boulevard By Ken Karrson

Bartosh It’s time to pay another visit to that famed psychologist to the sports world, Dr. Quincy Quackenbush: Dr. Quackenbush: “My, you’re a big one. And your name, sir, is Mr. …” Richie Incognito: “Incognito.” DQ: “Sir, I can’t help you if you don’t even trust me enough to reveal your real name.” RI: “I did. It’s ‘Incognito.’” DQ: “OK, I guess for the sake of my records and, more importantly, my billing information, I’ll simply refer to you as ‘Mr. Smith.’” RI: “But, Dr., my name really is ‘Incognito.’” DQ: “Against my better judgment, I’m respecting your right to privacy, Mr. Smith. I don’t normally do that, but you appear to be someone who is fully capable of rearranging my office while I’m sitting in the middle of it, so I’m trying to stay on your good side.” RI (growing angry): “Look, you quack …” DQ: “That’s ‘Quackenbush.’ You really do have difficulty with names, don’t you?” RI: (even angrier) “Listen, pal, you’re going to have difficulty putting your hat on your head after I knock your block off. I don’t like being subjected to your smart-aleck tone, and you’re going to be sorry if you don’t shut it down real quick!” DQ: “Oh, now I know you — you’re Richie Incognito. I didn’t realize it until you unleashed that completely uncalled-for verbal outburst. Gee, with the baggage you’re carrying around with you, no wonder you’re sitting in my office right now.” RI: “You’re going to be sitting in an unconscious heap if you don’t zip that lip, Skippy!” DQ: “It’s ‘Quincy,’ not ‘Skippy,’ but if it’ll spare me a thrashing, then ‘Skippy’ it is. I’ve noticed in our few short moments together, Mr. Incognito, that you have some serious anger issues. I’m glad to see that you’ve sought out professional help to get those under control.” RI: “They made me do it.” DQ: “‘They?’” RI: “Miami Dolphins management and the NFL. They said I needed to get a firm grip on my emotions before I’d get a chance to play again, and you were recommended to me. People have said you’ve helped other guys in my position.” DQ: “No, I don’t think I’ve ever dealt with an offensive line-

man before.” RI: “You really are a wiseacre, aren’t you?” DQ: “Whatever wisdom I have obtained has been acquired through years of arduous study, much like you’ve done yourself, I assume. If I recall correctly, you were quite the star pupil at the University of Nebraska.” RI: “Well, I did OK until I got into some trouble.” DQ: “So you were smart, just not smart enough to steer clear of potential problem areas. What caused you to screw up?” RI: “I was young and a football player.” DQ: “I understand the first part, but what does the second have to do with anything?” RI: “Come on, Doc, we’re talking the University of Nebraska here, where football is king. Nothing is more important to the people of Nebraska in the fall than Cornhuskers football — because of that, every one of us who has ever suited up on game day is revered to the point where almost any sort of bad conduct gets overlooked.” DQ: “So what you’re telling me is that you had absolutely no qualms about abusing your privileged status and engaging in antisocial behavior?” RI: “Yeah, that’s about the size of it.” DQ: “And, by extension, you just figured you could keep on doing the same stupid things once the NFL came calling for you.” RI: “Why not? Doc, how many pro football players have you dealt with? We’ve all got a screw loose to begin with -- how else could you convince grown men to keep pummeling each other game after game, season after season?” DQ: “This latest episode with Jonathan Martin, though, has taken a particularly ugly twist. How do you defend yourself against your accusers?” RI: “First off, Doc, I need to know — are you one of them?” DQ: “Well, Mr. Incognito, it’s difficult to ignore the facts as spelled out in various media accounts …” RI: “Since when did telling the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth so help their editors become part of a journalist’s job description?” DQ: “But then we also have public statements made by Mr. Martin. Are we supposed to disregard those, too?” RI: “Hey, Johnny knows I’m his buddy, his pal, his chum.

Boy, if a friend can’t ridicule you, who can?” DQ: “But it’s evident that Mr. Martin felt the things you said were spoken with vitriol, not in friendship. Doesn’t that bother you?” RI: “Well, now that I’ve been suspended, yes it does. But I’ve tried to cope with it as best I can — that’s why I went out and got myself a new car.” DQ: “Did that make you feel any better about the situation?” RI: “I could get away from nosy media slime faster with the new wheels, so I’d have to say that, yes, it did make me feel better.” DQ: “But what about Mr. Martin’s feelings that he was the target of verbal abuse from you? How does he resolve those?” RI: “I’ve got to tell you — a hot new ride would clear his head in a jiffy. I’ll even take him on a short trip in mine so he can make a more informed decision.” DQ: “And that’s all?” RI (growing angry again): “What am I supposed to do? Hand over the keys to my car to him? I mean, I had to land quite a few low blows over my years in the NFL to stay in the lineup, which is what enabled me to afford such a luxury.” DQ: “So do you think you’ve done anything wrong?” RI: “Ever? Sure. I beat up a few neighborhood kids years ago because they got on my nerves, and I didn’t always eat all my vegetables and …” DQ: “No, I’m talking about now, with Jonathan Martin.” RI: “I never did anything to hurt him physically.” DQ: “What about psychologically?” RI: “You’re the shrink — you tell me.” DQ: “Sorry to say, I think you did. I sense that you’re a classic bully, Mr. Incognito, someone with whom there is no reasoning. You use your physical size to intimidate people and seek to obtain whatever you can through sheer force, and whoever doesn’t measure up to your warped view of machismo is made to feel inferior through your taunting and whatever other means you see fit to employ.” RI: “Wow, you got me pegged pretty good. So does that mean you’ll clear me to play again?” DQ: “I don’t think so.” RI: “You sure you don’t want to reconsider? Trust me, little man, you won’t like the view from the trunk of my car.”

RedHawks (Continued from page 1) do at a great level.” The only damage Oswego could inflict on Marist came in the first quarter, between the RedHawks’ pair of TDs. The Panthers reached the end zone on a 30-yard Steven Frank-to-Trevor Matczak pass completion, but they ended the contest with fewer than 200 total yards. Tim Finucane (six tackles, two sacks) recovered a pair of Oswego fumbles to spearhead the defensive effort, while Ryan Mishka and Jawill Aldridge (five tackles, two pass breakups) each swiped a Frank aerial in the fourth quarter. Also making their presences felt were Marco Weidman (12 tackles), Marcus Pitts (nine stops, one tackle for loss), David Nelson (nine tackles) and Adam Miller (seven stops, two tackles for loss). Aldridge returned his interception for an apparent touchdown, but the points were expunged by a penalty. The pickoff still represented a deathblow of sorts to the Panthers, although Oswego was already reeling before that. Marist’s six-plus-minute march that was capped by Andreotti’s third TD saw to that, as it created a double-digit deficit for the Panthers and left them with relatively little time to try to respond. Andreotti racked up 111 yards on 33 carries to highlight the RedHawks’ offensive work. “I’m proud of our guys, but right now the biggest thing is staying focused on what we have to do [next],” Dunne said. “Oswego’s over; now, it’s on to Naperville

he doesn’t think his athletes will “need much in the way of incentive” heading into next year. While Feminis acknowledged the Cougars’ season was one that a vast majority of NAIA schools would gladly love to claim for their own, he also admitted those individuals connected with SXU seek much loftier goals on an annual basis. “We’re ready to jump off the ledge — 7-4’s not going to work for us,” Feminis said. “To me, it’s a credit to our guys and the coaches that we have such high expectations. “The [Mid-States] crossover games killed everybody [this season]. We were beating up on each other.” The Cougars weren’t the only traditional MSFA power to miss out on the NAIA tourney this fall. So, too, did defending national champion Marian University, which went 6-5. Grand View and St. Ambrose from the Midwest League and the University of St. Francis (Ind.) from the Mideast will be the MFSA schools in the 16-team field.

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0 - 34 7 - 7

SXU 27 148 359 507 49-35 2-0 1 6-91 4-27.8

ONU 15 157 66 223 18-6 0-0 1 5-45 7-43.9

Scoring SXU -- Nick Pesek, 7-yd. run (Spencer Nolen kick) SXU -- Ryan Carroll, 26-yd. pass from Joe Gill (kick blocked) SXU -- Pesek, 2-yd. run (Nolen kick) SXU -- Pesek, 2-yd. run (Nolen kick) SXU -- Nick DeBenedetti, 12-yd. pass from Gill (Nolen kick) ONU -- M. Ho-Lewis, 1-yd. run (Alex Muzljakovich kick) St. Xavier Rushing: Pesek 25-146, Simms 2-10, Ferguson 1-1, Team 1-(-1), Vilimek 1-(-2), Gill 5-(-6). Passing: Gill 49-35-359. Receiving: DeBenedetti 11-142, Simms 7-59, Carroll 5-56, Vilimek 5-43, Jones 3-50, Feeney 3-5, Pesek 1-4.

Moraine athletics wrap

Cyclones volleyball players honored By Maura Vizza While Moraine Valley College volleyball players were preparing for a second straight appearance in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division II national tournament, a few of them got honored for accomplishments already banked. Sophomore Kara Kentner was tabbed as the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference’s Player of the Year for the second season in a row, and Cyclones mates Gina Ryan, Taylor Serrano and Joanna Curtis all joined her on the allleague first team. Second-team selections were awarded to Alex Bojan and Autumn Seiler. Also recognized was Gloria Coughlin, who was once again pegged as the ISCC Coach of the Year after guiding Moraine to its second consecutive unbeaten conference campaign. Coughlin is stepping down from her post at the conclusion of the national tourney, as is assistant coach Donna Zidek.

The 15th-ranked Cyclones (33-8) begin their quest for the crown today at 11 a.m., when they square off with No. 2-ranked Parkland (Ill.) College (49-2) at Owens Community College in Toledo, Ohio. MEN’S BASKETBALL Kyle Ward poured in 28 points, collected five rebounds and dished out five assists, but that effort — plus double-digit scoring from three other players — wasn’t enough to spare the Cyclones from an 85-81 defeat against Triton College on Saturday. Also playing well for Moraine in a losing cause were Johnte Shannon (20 points, four assists), Cameron Juillerat (12 points), Des’nique Harris (10 points, eight rebounds) and Jason Allen (seven rebounds). Another big night from Ward (25 points, 11 rebounds, five assists, three steals) was wasted last Thursday, as the Cyclones came up short versus Harper College by an 88-80 count. Shannon backed Ward with 22 points, six steals and four assists.

Harris finished with eight points and seven boards. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL The Cyclones used a secondhalf surge to pull away from Harper College and record an 84-70 triumph last Thursday. After being up only 35-33 at halftime, Moraine — which won for the third straight time — built a lead that grew as large as 22 points over the final 20 minutes. Spurring that burst was an aggressive defense that put more pressure on the Bulldogs’ guards. Katie McGann paced the Cyclones’ offense with 18 points, which included four 3-point buckets, and Maggie Yandel added 15 points. Jamilla Jones had a doubledouble of 11 points and 18 rebounds, Shavonne Lewis delivered 10 points and four offensive rebounds, and Aileen Gorman supplied nine points and four assists for Moraine. Jones snared 16 of her boards in the opening half.

Trinity sports report Reidsma takes NCCAA title; volleyball team wins CCAC crown File photo

By Tim Cronin

Marist running back Peter Andreotti, shown in action against Bolingbrook, scored all three of the RedHawks’ touchdowns in their 21-7 triumph over Oswego Saturday night. The win advanced Marist into the Class 8A semifinals for the first time since 2009.

All season long, Andy Reidsma has been in front of his fellow Trinity Christian College runners. Saturday, he beat the entire Central. We’ve got to have a good Penalties/yds. — 6-65 field in the biggest race of his week of practice and get better Punts/avg. — 4-38.0 season. in everything we do.” Reidsma, a senior from WyoScoring ming, Mich., won the National MA -- Peter Andreotti, 2-yd. run (Cillian Christian College Athletic AssoStatistics Hannon kick) ciation title in Cedarville, Ohio. Oswego 7 0 0 0 - 7 OS -- Trevor Matczak, 30-yd. pass from His time of 25 minutes, 13.36 seconds in the 8K race put him Marist 14 0 0 7 - 21 Steven Frank (Daniel Bliss kick) MA -- Andreotti, 6-yd. run (Hannon a whopping 18 seconds ahead of the runner-up. kick) OS MA MA -- Andreotti, 3-yd. run (Hannon Reidsma had already qualified for this Saturday’s NAIA First downs — 17 kick) Championship. Now, he goes to Yds. rushing 63 158 Yds. passing 130 88 Marist Rushing: Andreotti 33-111, that national final as the Trolls’ Total yds. 193 246 Donegan 9-27, Aldridge 7-20. Passing: first individual champion in cross Att./comp. 31-11 14-8 Donegan 14-8-88. Receiving: Weishar country. Fumbles lost 2 0 3-55, Nagel 3-15, Ferguson 1-17, Al- Reidsma led Trinity to a ninthplace team finish at the NCCAA Had intercepted 2 0wirelessamberalerts.org dridge 1-1. meet. Just over a minute behind him, in 11th place individually, was Cody Velthuizen, who reached the chute in 26:13.89. The Trolls women placed 12th in a 33-team field. With leader Anna Bos sidelined — she’s expected back for this week’s NAIA A child is calling for help. meet — fellow NAIA qualifier Jessica Disselkoen was Trinity’s top

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Retro looks are popular in sports these days, and St. Xavier University jumped on the bandwagon Saturday in Bourbonnais. The Cougars didn’t wear different uniforms, however. What conjured up images of the past was their style of play. In short, SXU resembled many previous Cougars squads by performing at a high level in all phases of the game. While sustaining consistency hasn’t always been easy this fall, it definitely was on this occasion, much to the chagrin of Olivet Nazarene University. The Tigers fell behind 20-0 in the opening quarter, as SXU tallied on each of its first three offensive series. The Cougars hit paydirt on their fourth possession as well in the second period, and Olivet never recovered. Save for a fourth-quarter touchdown that was set up by a blocked punt, the Tigers were held in check by an aggressive SXU defense. The Cougars outgained their hosts by more than 280 yards and easily captured a 34-7 Mid-States Football Association Midwest League victory in their 2013 season finale. SXU missed out on this year’s NAIA Tournament, but not by much. Despite four losses, the Cougars were 18th in the rankings, which left them just shy of qualification for a fifth straight season. “We were kind of scoreboardchecking the entire day,” SXU coach Mike Feminis said. “We needed about five other teams, from 12 to 20, to lose, and at halftime four of the things were happening. And the fifth was still a possibility. But only three wound up working out.” Even so, the Cougars (7-4, 4-2) pleased their coach with a solid all-around performance that put a positive cap on a sometimesshaky season. “We finally had a game where we jumped out to a big lead,” Feminis said. “It was a little bit reminiscent of years past, which was good to see. I thought [quarterback] Joe Gill played very well in his last game, the line did a great job of blocking, and we were effective both on the ground and in the air. And we were lights out

on defense. “Two weeks ago, where we were at, our guys could have hung their heads and packed it in, but they did just the opposite. They were going to make the best of a bad situation and they went out the right way.” Not only did SXU shove Olivet into a deep and early hole, but the Cougars accomplished that by employing a ball-control attack. Three of the visitors’ four first-half scoring series covered at least 80 yards, as did their lone one of the second half. Senior tailback Nick Pesek successfully culminated three of the marches with short touchdown runs, and he contributed a 28yard dash to a 12-play, 91-yard trek that concluded with Ryan Carroll’s 26-yard scoring grab. Gill completed 5-of-7 throws to four different receivers during the latter possession. Nick DeBenedetti, who wound up latching onto 11 of Gill’s passes and gaining 142 yards in all, made five catches on SXU’s third-quarter TD drive. Appropriately, it was the junior wideout — who had 14 receptions the week before versus Trinity International University — netting the points on a 12-yard toss from Gill. Gill completed 35-of-49 passes for 359 yards, and four Cougars were on the receiving end of at least five of the aerials. In addition to DeBenedetti and Carroll (five catches, 56 yards), SXU also got good input from Stephen Simms (7-59) and Dennis Vilimek (5-43). Complementing those efforts was Pesek’s 146 rushing yards. Defensively, Dave Marciano (eight solo stops, one assist, two sacks), Dan Fitzgerald (seven solos, one assist, one tackle for loss) and Zach Dolph (five solos, two assists) led the way for the Cougars. Nick Cemeno added an interception and 18-yard return, which set the stage for Pesek’s second touchdown. Eighteen different SXU players recorded at least one tackle and the Tigers were held to negative yardage on seven snaps. “We’re excited for the future,” Feminis said. “This year was certainly different because a lot of young guys had to perform well.” The veteran leader added that

performer in the 5K race as she took 20th overall in 19:06:26. Ashley Jourdan also broke 20 minutes as she completed her run in 19:21.44, which was good for 33rd place. *** • Men’s top times (8K): Andy Reidsma, 25:01.05, Oct. 26; Cody Velthuizen, 26:13.88, Nov. 16; Michael Potter, 26:28.8, Sept. 13, Tyrell Natewa, 26:39.7, Sept. 13; Chris Koutavas, 27:00.98, Sept. 6; Mark Bohdan, 28:58.23, Nov. 16; Joshua Whitten, 29:00.17, Oct. 26. • 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, NAIA Championship, at Rim Rock Farm, Lawrence, Kan. VOLLEYBALL It’s off to Nebraska for the Trolls, the first stop in what they hope is a successful run to the NAIA title. Trinity (36-7) will meet Bellevue (34-8) on Saturday in a first-round tournament match. If the Trolls

are successful, they’ll be seeded into the grind of bracket play in the NAIA Championship in Sioux City, Iowa, which begins Dec. 3. The Bruins survived a five-set match with College of the Ozarks to win their conference tournament and advance to NAIA play for the seventh successive year, somehow getting the home nod over the Trolls, even though Trinity has a better overall record. Like the Trolls, Bellevue also won its regular-season conference crown. The Trolls go into the NAIA whirl as Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference champion after knocking off Cardinal Stritch University in Saturday’s title match. It was the third battle in five days between the two teams in DeVos Gym and the only one to go more than three sets. The Wolves took the first game 25-19, but Trinity rallied to win the next three. The scores — 2520, 25-15, 25-19 — don’t really show how close the margin was, especially in the third set, when the Trolls led 10-8 before a fivepoint surge opened a seven-point margin. The fourth game was also a (Continued on page 6)

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SXU sports summary

Season over for men’s soccer, women’s volleyball teams The 2013 fall sports season is rapidly coming to a close at St. Xavier University. Only an appearance in Saturday’s NAIA Championship for the Cougars men’s cross country team and female runner Leslie Rosario remains. Everyone else closed up shop last week, including the men’s soccer team, which lost in the semifinal round of the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference Tournament. SXU fell behind Olivet Nazarene University 2-1 in the 19th minute of last Wednesday night’s match in Bourbonnais and was never able to recover, eventually suffering a season-ending 5-1 setback. Sophomore forward Roger Ciszewski notched the Cougars’ lone marker in the 11th minute of play, doing so after receiving a pass from sophomore forward Marco Gutierrez. Junior midfielder Brandon Simoes had two shots on goal for SXU (7-10-2, 6-4-1), but the locals took a total of just five shots. In his final outing, Cougars senior netminder Kyle Held was credited with five saves, but the Tigers also managed to register goals in the fifth, 30th, 71st and 89th minutes. VOLLEYBALL Also playing for the last time in 2013 was the Cougars volleyball squad, which lost 25-16, 25-19, 25-16 to Cardinal Stritch University in an opening-round CCAC Tournament match last Tuesday night in Milwaukee. Junior middle hitter Marie Hackert and sophomore right-side hitter Meghan Falsey both put down 10 kills to pace the SXU attack. Sophomore Heidi Gregerson added six kills for the Cougars (16-14, 9-8), who racked up 28 kills as a team but also committed 22 hitting errors. Junior setter Kelli Shaffer and junior libero Dominique Aramburu chipped in 23 assists and 14 digs, respectively, on SXU’s behalf. MEN’S BASKETBALL Brad Karp isn’t the only big fish in the Cougars’ basketball pond. The University of St. Francis (Ind.) might have been a bit shocked to discover the truth of that statement, but Michael Simpson reinforced the point Friday night — 28 times, in fact. Simpson’s 28 points were one more than Karp scored, and together St. Xavier University’s dynamic duo led the way for their team, which stayed perfect on the young season with an 84-73 victory at Trinity Christian College’s pre-Thanksgiving tournament. Karp also grabbed seven rebounds and made four steals. The main storyline, however, centered on Simpson, a transfer from defending NAIA Division II national champion Cardinal Stritch, which hosted the Cougars in a CCAC contest this past Wednesday in Milwaukee. A year ago, he shared a starting role, but Simpson is quickly impressing SXU boss Tom O’Malley as an early contributor. “Simpson played exceptionally well,” O’Malley said. “He handled the ball well, plus he’s a good defender. He really knows how to play and I’m very pleased with him at present.” Simpson, who hails from West Chicago, had an unusual reason for wanting to depart a national champion’s program. It wasn’t anything the Wolves did wrong, but something the Cougars did differently. “I called their coach right away when I first heard from [Simpson],” O’Malley said. “He said, ‘He wants to play with a team that plays faster,’ and that’s exactly what Simpson told me when I asked him.” Fast certainly described the manner in which SXU seized

control of Friday’s matchup. Only five points separated the Cougars and USF at intermission, and the latter was still within 48-43 when SXU embarked on a momentumshifting 17-2 run early in the second half. Simpson contributed three layups to the surge, while Karp deposited a 3-point basket and hit two free throws. Also scoring for the Cougars were Tony Core (layup) and Stagg alumnus Darius Draper (four foul shots). Although O’Malley felt his guys “tried to live on our laurels a little bit after that,” SXU never was in any danger of suffering an unfavorable outcome following its run. The closest USF got to the Cougars in the remaining time was nine points. “That was a tough team and a good win [for us],” O’Malley said. “We played real well in the second half. “Brad, of course, was Brad. He’s almost always one of our leaders, and he also creates things with his steals, but we got really good play out of our point guard [Simpson].” Josh Mawhorr chipped in 11 points and five rebounds on SXU’s behalf. The Cougars were efficient with the ball, as they were charged with just eight turnovers. Their defense, meanwhile, hounded USF into 18 miscues, a dozen of which resulted directly from steals. “That gives you a little bit of an advantage as far as the overall game,” O’Malley said, referring to the turnover differential. SXU converted those errors into 20 points for itself, which enabled it to prosper despite shooting a slightly lower percentage from the floor (52-48) than USF. St. Xavier 108 Great Lakes Christian 68 O’Malley didn’t figure on his squad getting pushed too hard on Saturday, and sure enough the Cougars took care of business with little difficulty. SXU (4-0) was up by 32 points at halftime and saw its advantage peak at 42. “We got out to a big lead because we outmanned them a little,” O’Malley said. Karp was his usual self as he deposited 29 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Junior Brandon Marren matched that boards total en route to tallying 14 points, and both Simpson (17 points, four assists) and Core (10 points on 5-of-6 shooting) did their part to vanquish Great Lakes. Twelve players reached the scoring column for the Cougars, who canned 54 percent of their shots. While O’Malley isn’t about to complain about his club’s rapid break from the gate this season, he also didn’t want his players to become too enamored with the positive early returns. The aforementioned game with Stritch, plus a Friday encounter with Arizona Christian and two contests next week at its own holiday event should give SXU several stern tests. “We really won’t know how good we are until after the next four games,” O’Malley said. “We’ve played three relatively easy games so far. If we’re 8-0, then we’ll have accomplished something.” — Ken Karrson WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Coming off a thrilling one-point upset of NCAA Division I University of Illinois-Chicago the previous week, the Cougars got back to NAIA business last Wednesday by hosting Trinity International University in a CCAC contest. Making the game stand out more than a typical early season tilt was the fact that the floor of the Shannon Center was renamed in honor of coach and school athletic director Bob Hallberg that same night. A ceremony officially announcing the new name was

held prior to tip-off, and members of Hallberg’s 1971 men’s team at SXU and the 2000 women’s team — his first one — were among the guests on hand to celebrate with him. Hallberg said he was deeply humbled by the honor the university bestowed on him, one that typically comes after a famous figure is deceased. “It was a great couple of events this past week — one [was] being able to go back to where I coached and beat UIC, and the other was having a court named after me,” Hallberg said. “That lasts a lifetime. Now, people who come to the gym and don’t know who you are, it’s permanent. “There are victories in your career that you’ll never forget — for me, it was Illinois, Michigan and Marquette. I’ll never forget that, but [other] people forget that. People forget I was at Chicago State; some people don’t know me outside of being a women’s basketball coach. This is historic and a conversational piece for years to come.” And having his two “first” teams present for the ceremony certainly initiated further reflection on a career that has seen Hallberg win 907 games over a span of 47 years. “Having the 1971 team present was real nice,” he said. “They were the first five guys I brought to the St. Xavier program in ‘71. They named themselves the ‘Five O’s’ for the Five Originals moniker. And when you add the first women’s team from 2000 that I coached, it made for a neat ceremony. “When they unveiled the covering, the women were on the one side and the men were on the other side. It made the moment really historical to me to reflect on the two programs that I really initiated from scratch.” Making the evening perfect for Hallberg was a strong performance by the Cougars, who overpowered the Trojans 87-46. The news was only partially good over the weekend, as SXU split two games at Grace College’s Bennigan’s Terry Polston Hoops for Hope Tournament. Defending NAIA Division II national champion and No. 1-ranked Indiana Wesleyan doled out an 89-62 defeat on Friday, but the Cougars roared back to down the 19th-ranked host school 84-63 on Saturday. “We came away 2-1 this [past] week, and we learned some things about ourselves,” Hallberg said. “The win on Wednesday was part of a memorable evening. We learned more about ourselves, however, in Friday’s loss, and we bounced back on Saturday.” Junior forward Morgan Stuut had a huge night for SXU against Trinity as she posted team-best figures of 22 points, 13 rebounds and six assists. The Cougars shot well in their conference opener, hitting 33-of-69 shots (48 percent). Redshirt freshman guard Sidney Prasse, who hit the winning 3-pointer versus Illinois-Chicago, nailed five long-range shots against the Trojans, part of a 17-point output. Prasse also had a game-high four steals. Junior guard Suzie Broski chipped in 12 points on 6-of-8 marksmanship. SXU’s defense was just as impressive as its offense, as the hosts recorded 17 steals and limited Trinity to 29 percent accuracy (20of-68) from the floor. The game was tight early on, but a 13-all tie that was in place at the sixminute mark disappeared beneath an 18-4 run by the Cougars. “We have a lot of depth and all good ballplayers,” Hallberg said. “I don’t have a starting five set in my mind yet; of the 11 players I have, I’m not afraid to use anybody [because] they all do dif-

ferent things. “Wednesday was a nice 40-point win over Trinity. Everybody got to play and everyone had a good time.” *** Stuut posted a double-double of 19 points and 10 rebounds in the loss to Indiana Wesleyan, but foul trouble plagued the Cougars throughout the game. SXU was charged with 27 infractions, which resulted in 41 free throws for the Wildcats. Senior guard Niara Harris was the only other SXU player to score in double figures on Friday as she finished with 10 points. The Cougars had difficulty controlling Indiana Wesleyan’s hot shooting in the first half. The Wildcats sank 15-of-23 shots, which created a 48-30 halftime lead for them. After breaking a 12-all deadlock with an 11-0 run, Indiana Wesleyan remained in control. The Wildcats cooled off a bit after intermission, but they still connected on 56 percent of their field-goal tries (28-of-50) for the night to prevent SXU from taking a run at them. Indiana Wesleyan went 6-of-10 from behind the arc. By contrast, the Cougars shot at just a 36 percent clip (22-of-61) during the evening. “Friday was the good and bad — we thought we were just as good as the No. 1 team in the nation, and they really outplayed us,” Hallberg said. “It wasn’t any one thing that we could pin down as the main reason, defensively or offensively. We didn’t play well on either side of the floor. If you’re not hitting your shots, you better be on your defensive game — and we weren’t defending their shooters. “You often learn early in the year when you play good competition. I always like to play a hard schedule because you learn a lot about yourself, and that was definitely the case on Friday. “We didn’t learn about ourselves in the 40-point win — we didn’t even come close. You don’t make adjustments when you’re beating teams by that many points. You learn so much more in a loss than you do in a win.” ***

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Freshman Revi McMahon, a Stagg graduate, dribbles upcourt after a rebound in the second half of St. Xavier’s 87-46 victory over Trinity International University on Nov. 13 in Chicago. In the victory over Grace College, Stuut scored a career-best 35 points. The Cougars (3-1) shot a season-best 57 percent (32-of56) from the field in the game, including 45 percent (5-of-11) from 3-point range. Stuut had a huge first half, scoring 25 points before the break on stellar 9-of-11 shooting to help stake SXU to a 46-41 halftime lead. Broski also had a solid outing for the Cougars with 16 points. Senior forward Dana Sibley just missed a double-double with eight points and career-best 11 rebounds, and Harris provided a nice lift by scoring 12 points. SXU’s defense was just as impressive as it made 11 steals and caused a total of 20 turnovers. The Cougars were also sharp at the foul line, where they sank all but one of their 16 free throws. SXU built its lead slowly during the first half. Stuut’s 3-pointer with 7:25 remaining gave the Cougars a 34-23 edge, but the Lancers were back within five (46-41) at halftime. The game stayed relatively close until the final seven minutes of regulation, when SXU really applied defensive

pressure and closed out the game with an 18-3 run. “We went back to the drawing board and redesigned some things with our offense,” Hallberg said. “It helped us and we shot well as a result. “We’re not going to be able to run the offense we ran against Indiana Wesleyan. That loss woke us up, and the girls responded. It really showed up, and we benefited against the No. 19 team in the nation.” The Cougars resumed CCAC play this past Wednesday against No. 15 Cardinal Stritch and compete in the Olivet Nazarene Classic over the weekend. Huntington University and Mid-Continent University will provide the opposition for SXU. “Cardinal Stritch used to dominate their side of the conference before we merged [the two divisions into one],” Hallberg said. “They’re always a challenge, and it will be on their court. And our opponents at the Olivet Tournament -- they’re two programs with success historically. “It’s an intense week where we’ll keep learning about ourselves.” — Anthony Nasella

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Chrissy Heine of St. Xavier University fires a pass in an 87-46 victory over Trinity International University on Nov. 13.

Community sports news Oak Lawn High School to host ‘Green & White Night’ Friday

Morgan Stuut, a junior for St. Xavier, had 22 points, 13 rebounds, six assists, three steals and two blocks in 33 minutes against Trinity International University. on Nov. 13.

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tendees represented St. Gerald and St. Gabriel perishes. Several members of St. Pat’s track team were among the first-place-award recipients.

Oak Lawn High School will host its “Green & White Night” on Friday to celebrate the beginning of the 2013-14 winter sports season. The event starts at 5 p.m. with a Green versus White freshman basketball game, followed by sophomore and varsity contests at 6 and 7 p.m., respectively, and a staff versus student game at 8. Other entertainment will include performances by the school’s cheerleaders and dance team, as well as two student shooting contests. The auditorium gymnasium will host competitions for the Spartans varsity and JV wrestling teams starting at 6, with a jousting event to follow. The school’s pool will be the site of an open swim from 5:30-8. For more information, call 424-5200.

Diamond in the Rough fastpitch softball has player openings in its girls’ windmill pitching, beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. For more information, call Bill Lammel at 289-3438 or email ditrfp73@aol.com.

ST. Pat’s track team hosts ‘Monster Dash’

Palos Park to host winter basketball league

St. Patricia’s track-and-field team hosted its annual Halloween ‘Monster Dash’ on Oct. 29, and nearly 100 runners and their families were involved with the event. In addition to St. Pat’s, at-

Early-bird registration for Oak Lawn Baseball

Early-bird registration for Oak Lawn Baseball is continuing through Nov. 30. Signups can be made online at www.oaklawnbaseball.com. Fees will increase on Dec. 1.

Openings for Diamond in the Rough

Palos Park, in conjunction with the Palos Heights Recreation Department and Worth Park District, will host a winter basketball league for youngsters in grades 1-8 that will play games each Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

beginning Jan. 18 and running through March 15. Each child will have one practice and one game per week, with an emphasis being placed on skills development. Separate leagues will be formed for boys and girls, and play will be conducted in a total of four different age groups. Volunteer coaches are also needed and must be registered before Nov. 22. Player evaluations will be held Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. For more information, call 671-3760.

Oak Lawn High School to host baseball camp in January

Oak Lawn High School will host a six-week baseball camp, in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy, starting Jan. 5, 2014. Former Spartans varsity coach Brian Clifton will direct the program, which has classes available for players in grades 1-12. Sessions will be offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning, but space is limited. Registration is currently underway. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com or call 1-866-622-4487.

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Girl’s Basketball Preview 2013-14 CHICAGO CHRISTIAN 2012-13 Record: 8-19. Head coach: Linda Stuursma. • Who’s gone: Briana Smith, Emma Baldacci. • Who’s back: Anna Persenair, F, Sr.; Kaycee Pittman, G, Jr.; Abbie Bulthuis, G, Jr.; Kiersten Merrick, G, Sr. • Who’s new: Anica Pausma, G, Sr.; Kate Pruim, C, Jr.; Breanna Vollan, C, Jr. • Outlook: With four solid guards in the fold, Lady Knights coach Linda Stuursma is excited about a faster and more effective transition offense her squad will run and attempt to perfect this season. With conference opponents such as Wheaton Christian, Wheaton Academy and Aurora Christian always around, Chicago Christian will need to excel offensively. Last year’s sophomore team captured its division of the Lincoln-Way Thanksgiving Tournament, where the Lady Knights will again compete this season. Additional tests for Christian will

come at the Lisle Christmas Tournament. Anica Pausma, who took a year off from basketball to play soccer, will run the point for the Lady Knights, while Kaycee Pittman and Kiersten Merrick will provide the necessary senior leadership. • Coach’s comments: “Our four guards are very good. We definitely see us being better than last year, for sure. We’ll be a much faster team, which will allow us to move well in transition, and we should be scoring a lot more that way. “Offensively, we’re 100 percent stronger than last year. Having Anica helps us a lot. It also helps that our four guards really do push each other and they’re very competitive. They make each other better in practice. “We see huge improvements already. We have a very competitive group of girls, and we’re definitely hoping to see [gameday] improvement, especially against the teams from the bigger schools.” — Stuursma.

CHICAGO CHRISTIAN

Name Trisha Belgrave Abbie Bulthuis Anna Karnia Emily Lemmenes Kiersten Merrick Anica Pausma Anna Persenaire Kaycee Pittman Kate Pruim Breanna Vollan

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

Yr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr.

EVERGREEN PARK 2012-13 Record: 14-13. Head coach: Bruce Scaduto. • Who’s gone: Megan Beckow, Alexis Zelasko, Amellia Rodriguez. • Who’s back: Megan Pfister, G, Jr. (7.5 ppg., 5.6 rpg.); Nicole Larkin, F/G, Jr. (10 ppg., 4 apg.); Erica Caridine, G, Sr.; Zoe Monks, G, Sr. • Who’s new: Maddie Vojacek, F, So.; Kortni Lewis, C, So.; Alexandria Washington, C, Sr. • Outlook: The Lady Mustangs turned a 6-19 effort from 2011-12 into a breakthrough campaign last season, finishing above .500 and capturing the Class 3A De La Salle Regional championship. And while Megan Beckow has graduated from that team, Nicole Larkin and Megan Pfister are back to guide Evergreen Park. Both have been starters since freshman year and will be called on by coach Bruce Scaduto to keep the Lady Mustangs competitive

every time out. One area Scaduto will need to address is his depth — solid bench play was critical to Evergreen’s tournament success last winter, but the Lady Mustangs are a little thin this time around, at least from an experience standpoint. If Scaduto can develop another reliable rotation, Evergreen may be in a position to duplicate its 2012-13 feats. • Coach’s comments: “The keys to a successful season will be staying healthy, working as a unit and playing hard on defense. Our team strength is that we have a few players who have a lot of varsity experience. We should be a quick team and have good shooters. Some of our weaknesses are we have inexperienced centers, we don’t have much depth on the bench as far as varsity experience, and we also have a lack of height. But we’ll hope to make that up with hard work and experience.” — Scaduto.

MARIST 2012-13 Record: 23-10. Head coach: Mary Pat Connolly. • Who’s gone: JeTaun Rouse, Leah Bolton, Claire Ryan, Jill Murray, Heather Caddick, Nicole Fury-Kane, Hannah Michelek. • Who’s back: Brooke Wyderski, G, Sr.; Dejae Black, G, So. • Who’s new: Daniela Boricich, F, Jr.; Claire Finn, G, Sr.; Tehya Fortune, F, So.; Katie Houbolt, G, Jr.; Colleen Hunt, G, Jr.; Alexis Jones, G, So.; Lorna McCall, F, Jr.; Madison Naujokas, G, So.; Skylar Patterson, G, Jr.; Bri Rosa, F, So.; Katelyn Rosner, G, So. • Outlook: The Lady RedHawks, under coach Mary Pat

Connolly, will look to regain their form after suffering a crushing defeat to eventual Class 4A state champion Marian Catholic in a sectional final. The task at hand will be a challenge with the graduation of two solid cogs from that team: guard JeTaun Rouse (20.6 ppg., 2.4 apg., 2.2 spg.) and forward Leah Bolton (15 ppg., 6 rpg.). However, the return of Brooke Wyderski will provide an instant boost to a squad that boasts many newcomers from the program’s deep and talented sophomore team. In order to advance in the state tournament again, those newcomers will have to mature into consistent varsity contributors.

Name Dejae Black Daniela Boricich Claire Finn Tehya Fortune Katie Houbolt Colleen Hunt Alexis Jones Lorna McCall Madison Naujokas Skylar Patterson Bri Rosa Katelyn Rosner Brooke Wyderski

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

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

MOTHER MCAULEY 2012-13 Record: 22-7. Head coach: Ashley Luke-Clanton. • Who’s gone: Alyssa Siwek, Kristen Kleist, Maggie GraneyBolan. • Who’s back: Elizabeth Nye, G, Sr.; Lauren Carlson, C, Sr.; Raven Willis, G, Jr.; Jasma Williams, F, Jr.; Molly McGinty, G, Jr. • Who’s new: Molly O’Malley, G, Jr.; Erin Zrynan, C, Jr.; Ashley Koll, G/F, Jr.; Caitlin Jandacek, G, So.; Amy Balich, F, So.; Shea O’Malley, G, Jr.; Claire Muller, C, So; Ashley Bryja, G, Fr. • Outlook: With five quality players returning from last year’s sectional-qualifying team and a deep bench at her disposal, second-year coach Ashley Luke-Clanton believes things are definitely looking up for her Mighty Macs. Sure, they’ll miss the scoring prowess of Alyssa Siwek, but seniors Elizabeth Nye and Lauren Carlson bring much to the table, as do juniors Molly McGinty, Raven Willis and Jasma Williams. Mother McAuley will compete No. 5 10 11 12 13 14 21 22 24 25 31 32 33

in the Hoffman Estates Tournament at Thanksgiving and the Dundee Crown Tournament at Christmas. Regular-season tests against Girls Catholic Athletic Conference rivals Trinity and Loyola Academy, plus nonconference clashes versus Marist and Crete-Monee should ready the Macs for another strong showing that carries them well into the postseason. • Coach’s comments: “We put in a lot of work this summer, so we feel pretty good. We’re going to miss the scoring of Alyssa, but I think we have some kids who are going to surprise some people and put the ball in the basket. We have a solid group of 13 kids, and we feel really good about our depth. We think the young kids are really going to make some strides. “I think we’ll be pretty tough again. We’ll be tested. We’ll also face St. Thomas Moore [Champaign], which features one of the best players in the state. I’m very confident in this group. This season means something to them.” — Luke-Clanton.

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Name Ashley Bryja Shea O’Malley Amy Balich Lauren Carlson Molly O’Malley Caitlin Jandacek Claire Mueller Elizabeth Nye Raven Willis Molly McGinty Ashley Koll Jasma Williams Erin Drynan

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

MT. ASSISI 2012-13 Record: 5-18. Head coach: Kelsey James. • Who’s gone: Natalie Gath, MaryKate Feldner, Lizzy Vernon, Tessa Dearth • Who’s back: MaryKate Wetzel, F, Sr.; Terri Dearth, G, Sr.; Brigid Murphy, F, Sr.; Kathleen Murphy, G, So. • Who’s new: Jess Moriarty, G, Jr.; Sabrina Miller, G Sr. • Outlook: While the Screeching Eagles will be a smaller team, second-year coach Kelsey James can confidently say that her athletes will make up for their lack of height with speed. Mt. Assisi also boasts a couple of surefire returning offensive players in Terri Dearth and Brigid Murphy, who will look to help the Eagles remain competitive in the Girls Catholic Athletic Conference and repeat last season’s winning of a regional championship. Transfer Jess Moriarty will give Mt. Assisi some depth in the scoring department. In all, the team boasts six seniors, all of whom have

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

played under James since their sophomore years. The coach is hoping that experience and familiarity with each other will translate into success. • Coach’s comments: “We’re very fast team, and we’ve been working a lot on that. We also have a few good shooters, so that’s already an upgrade from last season. “We’re really looking to be more aggressive on defense to make our offense [run] easier. We’re going to be pressing teams a lot more [and] we’re going to change defenses as much as possible to keep teams off-guard, which will help generate our offense, too. “We were a younger team last year and still getting used to playing with each other and adjusting to the up-tempo game that we’re trying to further implement this season. The six seniors who are back have that chemistry down -- you can see it in them that they’re not going to settle for anything less in their senior year.” — James.

OAK LAWN 2012-13 Record: 21-6. Head coach: Janet Meyers. • Who’s gone: Eliana LaSpina, Jill Steigerwald, Jessica Cosenza. • Who’s back: LaTondra Brooks, G, Sr. (14.8 ppg., 5.7 spg., 5.1 apg., 3.1 rpg.); Brooke Annerino, G, Sr. (11.7 ppg., 4.1 apg.); Jannah Mahmoud, C, Sr. (9.3 ppg., 8.0 rpg.); Brianna Markusic, C, Jr. (11.1 ppg., 9.7 rpg.). • Who’s new: Dunya Shatat, G/F, Sr.; Kelsey Luckett, G, Sr.; Kellie O’Connor, G, So. • Outlook: The Lady Spartans are poised to make big waves this season with the return of four all-conference starters from last season’s South Suburban Conference Red championship club, which won all but one of its 13 league contests a year ago. LaTondra Brooks is undoubtedly one of the top players in the south suburbs, while Brooke Annerino is

entering her fourth varsity campaign. Complementing that duo are Jannah Mahmoud, who has developed into a solid offensive threat in the post, and Brianna Markusic, who was chosen as Oak Lawn’s most improved player for the 2012-13 season and has evolved into a consistent performer in the post. • Coach’s comments: “We have a good balance of experience, speed and height. These girls have the experience and the talent to do very well this season. I expect us to be fighting for the conference championship and, hopefully, winning some big games in the postseason. I’m excited about the upcoming season. “These girls are fun to coach and fun to watch compete. Many of these girls have been on the varsity for a few years and I look forward to coaching them in their final year as a [Lady] Spartan.” — coach Janet Meyers.

QUEEN OF PEACE 2012-13 Record: 12-18. Head coach: George Shimko. • Who’s gone: Hannah Lipman; Kate Golen, Kaitlyn McCarthy, Bridget Hannon. • Who’s back: Allie Herman, F, Jr.; Jelyn Thua, G, Sr.; Jaclyn Pulido, G, Sr. • Who’s new: Ciara Juggan, G, So.; Abby Bennett, G, Sr.; Maggie Bennett, F, Jr.; Samantha Serrano, F, Jr.; Caitlin Cahill, C, Sr. • Outlook: Pride coach George Shimko may be new to the program, but he’s not new to basketball in the area. He has run his own successful basketball school in Oak Lawn — which includes the popular Chicago Bulls youth program — since 1994 and is excited about the challenge of taking over a Queen of Peace program that is coming off a regional championship last season. The biggest challenge will be that the Pride roster is light on previous varsity experience, but Shimko is building both for this year and the long haul. He has

placed quality coaches at each level, including his son, Alex, who first set scoring records at Plainfield Central before coaching freshman basketball at Plainfield North the past five years. Shimko’s theme for his team is “Expect More,” and he’s confident his athletes will do just that. • Coach’s comments: “The biggest thing we want them to do is compete — to get that belief and confidence in themselves that they can compete at a high level. We’ve got Oak Lawn right out of the gate and the Lyons Township Thanksgiving Tournament. [Then] for Christmas, we’re in the Hillcrest Holiday Tournament and play Mother McAuley right after that. “They’re going to be thrown right in, but they’re all buying into what we’re selling. The wins may not always show it, but they’re going to compete hard and together. It will be a big journey to turn around the program, but I think they have the talent to go out and do their best.” — Shimko.

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

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Name Jelyn Chua Ciarra Juggan Samantha Serrano Christine Manika Abby Bennett Maggie Bennett Katie Manika Nicole Carli Jackie Pulido Allie Herman Mary Keenan Kathleen Cahill

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Thursday, November 21, 2013 Section 2

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Brother Rice defenders surround Fenwick quarterback Gino Cavalieri as he hits the ground during Saturday’s Catholic League playoff semifinal.

Crusaders (Continued from page 1) quarter. “We did a scrimmage the week before and probably had our two best weeks of practice,” Badke said. “It was nice to be in the Prep Bowl playoffs as far as getting extra practices in and bringing young guys up. Both [lower-level] teams were coming off conference titles, so they gave us some energy and I felt good going in [to the game].” There was no reason for Badke to feel any worse, either, through the contest’s first 24 minutes. Marcus Jones’ 2-yard run and Alarcon’s 11-yard bootleg staked the Crusaders to a 14-0 lead in the second period, and Rice’s defense did the rest. Michael McGinley (five solo tackles, one assist), Greg Ber-

nier (four solos, two assists, two pass breakups, one interception), Julian Davis (four solos, two assists) and Jordan Boyd (four solos) were the Crusaders’ ringleaders on that side of the ball. Bobby Sullivan picked off another Gino Cavalieri pass. But Cavalieri also found one of his intended targets, Northern Illinois University-bound tight end Ryan Smith, with an 8-yard scoring toss in the third quarter. That touchdown and a game-tying 10yard dash by Michael Hanrahan both came on fourth-down plays and followed Rice miscues that occurred while the hosts had a strong wind at their backs. “That was our Achilles heel all year — they killed us,” Badke said of the turnovers. “We have to do a much better job of holding onto the football. That starts with the head coach. “We didn’t turn the ball over in

the first half and it’s 14-0 [in our favor]. Fenwick scored 17 points off turnovers — without them, we win.” After Smalling’s TD catch regained the lead for the Crusaders, they maintained it until the waning moments of regulation. Fenwick finally pulled even a second time on Charlie Emmons’ 6-yard run with just over a minute remaining, but Rice — which was armed with three timeouts — began driving again once it got the ball back. However, miscommunication on a pass play resulted in an interception, which gave the Friars possession around midfield and set the table for Cahill’s deciding three-pointer. “We’re competitive and we’re not that far away [from being equal to premier programs], but we have to do a few things to get over the top,” Badke said.

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Brother Rice quarterback Alex Alarcon finds some running room against Fenwick’s defense Saturday in Chicago. “We really need to focus on little things, [like] fundamentals and leadership. We’ve got to have a great offseason.” That being said, Badke did not express disappointment about anything other than the sub-par ledger — and even that unhappiness was not for the reason one might think. “The record didn’t show what we were about,” he said. “The kids always gave us their best effort, which is all you can ask for. “Brother Rice has been around a long time and has a good tradition, and I hope the kids use that as motivation to prepare for next season.” Jones and Alarcon finished with

97 and 88 rushing yards, respective- Scoring ly, to spark the Crusaders’ offense. BR — Marcus Jones, 2-yd. run (Steve Alarcon spread his 11 completions Scott kick) BR — Alex Alarcon, 11-yd. run (Scott among six different receivers.

Statistics Fenwick Brother Rice

0 0 14 10 - 24 0 14 7 0 - 21

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

FW 19 40 359 399 40-19 0 2 4-40 6-23.7

BR 18 187 110 297 27-11 1 2 8-65 3-36.7

Girl’s Basketball Preview RICHARDS 2012-13 Record: 10-15. Head coach: Jeff Kortz. • Who’s gone: Georgia Danos, Allison Stazak, Samantha Schlosser. • Who’s back: Carly Stazak, G, Sr.; Taylor Sonichsen, G, Sr.; Alfredia Crawford, G, Sr.; Anita Robinson, F, Sr.; Christina Kwartnik, G, Sr.; Sydni Tears, G/F, So. • Who’s new: Andrea Sonichsen, F, Jr.; Brianna Kuchenny, F, Jr.; Jillian Long, G, Jr.; Kennedy Brister, G, Jr.; Shannon Meegan, F, Fr. • Outlook: The Lady Bulldogs will undoubtedly miss Georgia Danos’ presence after she put up some impressive statistics (17.7 ppg., 5.3 rpg., 2.7 apg., 2.0 spg. and 53 3-pointers) in her final prep season. But while Danos has moved on to Eastern Illinois University, No. 10 11 13 15 20 21 23 31 33 35 41 43 45 50 51 52

Name Taylor Sonichsen Carly Stazak Anita Robinson Jillian Long Kennedy Brister Christina Kwartnik Shannon Meegan Sydni Tears Dejah Ali Briana Kuchenny Andrea Sonichsen Sandy Ied Brittany Huttner Alfredia Crawford Jasmine Warr Andrea Castro

Richards is moving forward as well. The return of senior guards Carly Stazak and Taylor Sonichsen will help cushion the blow of Danos’ exit as they’ll serve as the Lady Bulldogs’ on-court catalysts, and keep an eye on sophomore Sydni Tears, who could be a star in the making. Veteran coach Jeff Kortz has listed a 20-win season, South Suburban Conference Red title and regional championship as his squad’s primary goals for the year ahead. • Coach’s comments: “I like what I see from my team. They are playing hard every day, and they did a lot of learning early in camp. They’re desiring to improve at the basics. “We need to be good at the fundamentals and work hard as a team. I know that good things come to those that work hard.” — Kortz.

RICHARDS

SANDBURG 2012-13 Record: 16-12. Head coach: Chris Hellrung. • Who’s gone: Rachel Ruzevich, Ashely Youngwirth, Karly Katalinic, Brittney Munoz, Maria Karstens. • Who’s back: Lauren Bauer, G, Sr.; Georgia Chionis, F, Sr.; Kelly Pocza, G, Jr.; Samantha Youngwirth, G, Jr.; Rachel Distor, G, Jr.; Victoria Stavropoulos, F, So. • Who’s new: Julia Ruzevich, F, Fr.; Kate Ruzevich, F, Fr.; Jessica Merino, G, So. • Outlook: While losing significant pieces from last season, the Lady Eagles hope to make up for those losses with some much-needed height, an ingredient the 2012-13 squad lacked. Victoria Stavropoulos and the Ruzevich twins, Julia and Kate, all stand at least 5-foot-10, and Sandburg coach Chris Hellrung is hoping better size leads to better results for his team. The Ruzeviches are younger sisters to the graduated Rachel Ruzevich, who is now at Wayne State in Michigan. Stavropoulos is one of five sophomores on the Lady Eagles’ roster who will try to mesh with five returning vet-

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

Ht. 5-4 5-5 5-4 5-4 5-5 5-3 5-8 5-9 5-6 5-9 5-8 5-4 5-6 5-2 5-4 5-8

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

erans. Sandburg will get plenty of chances to jell against solid competition at the Hinsdale South Thanksgiving Tournament, and both the Oak Lawn and Hillcrest tournaments at Christmas. • Coach’s comments: “We’re really young, but I’m still confident in what we’re going to do. It will be nice to finally be getting some rebounds and have a low-post presence. We’ll grow and get better, and hopefully we’re playing our best basketball at the end of the season. “We’ll be gearing up for Homewood-Flossmoor, Bolingbrook and Lincoln-Way East in our [SouthWest Suburban Blue] conference. Those are the team we want to compare ourselves to and who we’ve finished fourth behind for the past four years. We can’t compare ourselves with them until we can beat them, [but] we’re hoping to get a little closer to them this year. “If we can keep growing like we have in these first weeks of practice, I think we’re going to be very happy with what we do at the end of the season.” — Hellrung

SHEPARD 2012-13 Record: 13-16. Head coach: Jenna McCormick. • Who’s gone: Amanda Weiss, Nikita Nichols, Jessica Chaput, Mary Grace Valenta, Azziza Robinson. • Who’s back: Myrissha Mitchell, G, Jr.; Dae Jae Williams, G, Sr.; Courtney Dalton, F, Sr.; Abbie Newsome, G, So. • Who’s new: Naujia Easton, G, Sr.; Jenny Payne, F, Jr.; Alyssa Dechene, F, Sr. • Outlook: With six seniors graduated from last year’s team, second-year Lady Astros coach Jenna McCormick will be counting on her returning core to pick up the offensive slack and overall team leadership. To be sure, Myrissha Mitchell and Dae JaeWilliams are up for such a task -- each of them demonstrated the ability to score when called upon last season by Shepard to do so. The Lady Astros will return to the Beecher Tournament for Thanksgiving, where they finished second last year. Team identity and chemistry will hopefully be achieved, especially against conference rivals like Richards, TF North and TF South. McCormick No. 12 13 14 21 23 24 30 31 32 34 35 40 42 52

Name Dae Jae Williams Abby Newsome Jenny Payne Myrissha Mitchell Katrina Tillman Courtney Dalton Angie Patla Naujia Easton Jamie Bledsoe Abby Linnert Alyssa Dechene Heather Banis Indigo Brown Quinese Blake

admits to being more comfortable in the head-coaching role and extends much appreciation to assistant coach (and former Mother McAuley head coach) Karen Ade for helping her along in the transition. • Coach’s comments: “We’re definitely looking for those consistent leaders every day in practice and in the games. We obviously lost some scoring, so we’re looking to step up more on the defensive end as a team to compensate for the scoring we lost. “We’re trying to come together as a team and make sure everyone is focused on the team first. We’re waiting for people to define their own roles and make a solid impact. We had some injuries last year, so we’re really working at staying healthy. That’s going to be vital for us. “The girls will be taking it game by game. Just because we had seniors graduate doesn’t mean we can’t play smart. You compensate by being smarter than the other teams and working harder -- I’m trying to instill those values in the girls.” — McCormick.

SHEPARD

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

Ht. 5-6 5-6 5-11 5-5 5-3 5-6 5-4 5-2 5-5 5-9 5-6 5-6 5-2 5-10

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

Name Alexandria Abed Kate Adams Mia DiGiacomo Kaitlyn Dwyer Hannah Henderson Claire Kredens Casey McMahon Samantha Owens Gerda Sliuzaite Megan Sullivan Megan Hearne Noor Elmosa

Hannah Henderson, a threesport athlete who’s also playing varsity basketball for the third straight year. Turner says McMahon has unlimited range and calls Henderson “a tenacious defender who plays the game a step faster than anyone else.” Mia DiGiacomo is Stagg’s best rebounder and a big presence in the post. Senior Megan Hearne returns to the court after concentrating on volleyball for the past two seasons and will give the Lady Chargers another inside scoring and rebounding option. • Coach’s comments: “We are looking to play an up-tempo transition game and apply defensive pressure the entire length of the floor. We hope to compete for a conference title in the Blue Division [with perennial powers Homewood-Flossmoor, Bolingbrook and LincolnWay East]. “This year’s team is very deep and talented. They’ve worked very hard in the offseason on both their physical and basketball skills. They are going to bring a lot of enthusiasm and their best effort to the hardwood. This team should be a lot of fun to watch.” — Turner.

STAGG

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

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

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Brother Rice Rushing: Jones 23-97, Alarcon 15-88, Blaine 4-1, Mueller 1-1. Passing: Alarcon 27-11-10. Receiving: Smalling 2-46, Mueller 2-26, Jones 2-15, Butler 2-9, Blaine 2-5, Desmond 1-9.

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STAGG 2012-13 Record: 20-6. Head coach: Bill Turner. • Who’s gone: Revi McMahon, Alexa Janus, Carrie Sinclair, Ali Conrad. • Who’s back: Casey McMahon, G, Sr.; Hannah Henderson, G, Sr.; Candace Deckman, F, Sr.; Kaylee Martinez, F, Sr.; Aimee Schroeder, G, Sr.; Mia DiGiacomo, F, Jr.; Gerda Sliuzaite, F, Sr.; Agnes Szudy, F, Sr. • Who’s new: Megan Hearne, F, Sr.; Alex Abed, G, Jr.; Claire Kredens, G, Jr.; Katie Dwyer, F, Jr.; Kate Adams, G/F, So.; Noor Elmosa, G, So. • Outlook: The Lady Chargers topped their solid 19-7 record in 2011-12 with a 20-win effort and second consecutive SouthWest Suburban Conference Red Division title last winter. Stagg went 12-2 in league play a year ago, but now switches to the SWSC Blue. While some major contributors to last season’s success have graduated, fifth-year Lady Chargers coach Bill Turner returns a few solid players, in particular co-captains Casey McMahon, a third-year varsity player who led the area in 3point shooting as a junior, and

kick) FW — Ryan Smith, 8-yd. pass from Gino Cavalieri (Michael Cahill kick) FW — Michael Hanrahan, 10-yd. run (Cahill kick) BR — Ricky Smalling, 45-yd. pass from Alarcon (Scott kick) FW — Charlie Emmons, 6-yd. run (Chaill kick) FW — Cahill, 34-yd. field goal

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Sports wrap By Anthony Nasella Over the past decade, Sandburg’s girls’ swim program has been blessed with talent and depth, which translated into a streak of 10 consecutive sectional championships and downstate appearances. This season, however, the Lady Eagles’ roster boasts just eight swimmers. That represents a significant drop-off, percentage-wise, from the 11 or 12 athletes that coach Jane Caliendo has typically had available to her. But despite the situation, SandPhoto by Jeff Vorva burg narrowly missed extending A group of Richards defenders bury Lincoln-Way North running back Julian Hylton beneath a pile its string of sectional crowns. Only the host Lady Porters bettered the Saturday night. Lady Eagles at Saturday’s Lockport Sectional, and the winners’ margin of success was slim: just six points. (Continued from page 1) Sandburg did well enough, though, to amass 280 points and, afternoon at 3 p.m. The Flyers more importantly, qualify people nipped Providence Catholic 27-26 in seven events for this weekend’s in another quarterfinal matchup state meet. The Lady Eagles adlast weekend. vanced six individual swimmers, “It’s no easy task going down a diver and two relay units. there,” Bulldogs coach Tony Shee “We’re very pleased with the han said of his squad’s impending way we swam and competed [at trip. “They’re very athletic and the sectional],” Caliendo said. “We very physical, but you’re in the thought we would likely qualify in semis, so you strap it up a little five events, and anything beyond tighter and go at it. that would be icing on the cake. “It’s one more step and it’s great To have seven was great. to get there, but our kids aren’t “This is the smallest sectional satisfied with just being there. To team we’ve ever had, and those be the elite [team], we’ve got two eight girls were just great [on more steps [to take].” Saturday].” One thing the ’Dogs will bring Sophomore Clare Lawlor led the with them to East St. Louis is a way for the Lady Eagles by taking defense that Sheehan says “probfirst in the 50- and 100-yard freeably ranks up there with the best styles (24.34 seconds and 53.58, ones of all time at Richards.” The respectively) and also swimming Bulldogs have posted six shutouts a leg for the triumphant 400-free this season and allowed just one TD in three tournament encounters. Lincoln-Way North entered last Photo by Jeff Vorva Saturday’s game with the south suburbs’ most prolific ground Richards punter Shawn Chiaramonte gets off a punt in the rain (Continued from page 2) gainer, Julian Hylton, on its during Saturday night’s Class 6A quarterfinal game against Linside. Through 11 weeks, Hylton coln-Way North. The Bulldogs’ home win propelled them into the test. Stritch went ahead 6-5 before a nine-point streak gave the had rushed for 2,395 yards and state semifinals for the first time in 12 years. locals a 10-point lead. And they scored 32 touchdowns, but the harm he inflicted upon Richards “That wind was really whip- The Bulldogs prevailed despite needed every bit of that cushion, ping from south to north, and generating fewer than 180 yards for the Wolves closed the gap to was minimal. Hylton never crossed the goal it was a game of field position,” themselves. Romeo Johnson’s 55 four before Trinity put the match line against the Bulldogs, and the said Sheehan, whose club had rushing yards paced Richards in away. 127 yards he collected on 47 car- the wind at its back during the that category, while Carpenter The victory gave the Trolls the ries were actually 1 more than even-numbered stanzas. “Against caught four of Muhammad-Rog- CCAC double as regular-season the net amount generated by the the wind, neither one of us really ers’ seven pass completions for 33 and playoff champions. Stritch yards in pickups. Willett had two collected the other NAIA Tournathreatened. Phoenix’s offense overall. ment berth, a road trip to Dordt “They were gang-tackling him “It was a defensive struggle and receptions for 32 yards. College in Iowa on Saturday. all night,” Sheehan said, describ- kind of anybody’s game [because Trinity beat Calumet College ing his players’ approach to deal- of that]. With Mother Nature, you Statistics of St. Joseph in the CCAC quaring with Hylton. “I’m proud of had to play to the conditions and what these guys have accom- I decided to take the wind in the L-W North 6 0 0 0 0 - 6 terfinals, then polished off Olivet fourth quarter, hoping we could Richards plished.” 0 0 0 6 6 - 12 Nazarene University in the semifinals, both in the three-set mini Romel Hill and Kenny Spey both keep it to 6-zip [until then].” posted nine tackles to lead Rich- The Bulldogs did exactly that, LWN HLR mum. The margins were similar ards, and the latter also registered although the Phoenix advanced First downs 8 9 — 25-17, 25-11, 25-13 against a couple sacks. Savon Robinson into Richards’ red zone in the Yds. rushing 125 94 the Tigers; 25-14, 25-19, 25-16 (eight total stops, one sack), An- third period. That drive ended Yds. passing 1 77 over the Crimson Wave — and, drew Venerable (seven tackles) and with an errant field-goal attempt. Total yds. 126 171 as was the case against Stritch, the Nick DeMarco (five) were other Lincoln-Way North had also come Att./comp. 6-2 22-7 power in the Trolls’ lineup came impact players for the Bulldogs up empty once in the opening Fumbles/lost 1-1 0-0 from the middle. That included half when an apparent TD got Had intercepted on the prevention side.” 0 1 Erynn Schuh doing the setting, Still, it was Lincoln-Way North erased by a holding penalty, which Penalties/yds. 1-7 4-30 and Jessica Wiltjer, Kaitlin Feddrawing the only blood over the was, ironically, the lone infrac- Punts/avg. 6-26.8 8-26.5 dema and Kirsten Harms doing the killing. first 46 minutes. Ryan Arthur’s tion called against the Phoenix Schuh was named the CCAC Scoring 1-yard keeper gave the Phoenix all evening. their TD, and the visitors’ defense “It was tough at times, but there LWN — Ryan Arthur, 1-yd. run (kick Player of the Week for her effort the week before, when her 34 assists made that slim edge hold up as was no sense of panic [by our failed) it rebuffed Richards twice in the guys],” Sheehan said. “Luckily, HLR — Hasan Muhammad-Rogers, on 41 kills lifted Trinity over the University of St. Francis for the our kids persevered. 19-yd. run (run failed) second quarter. The Bulldogs’ best chance for “We talk about playing 48 min- HLR — Muhammad-Rogers, 10-yd. regular-season title. She’s averaged 10.27 assists per set this season, rea breakthrough before halftime utes, and the kids really took it run (no conversion) markable when most winning sets occurred in the late going, as they to heart. Lincoln-Way North is ventured inside the Lincoln-Way a very, very good team and they Richards Rushing: Johnson 11-55, Mu- are captured with 25 points. North 15. However, a penalty played very well, but it’s about hammad-Rogers 17-40, Carpenter 1-(- That’s the sixth-best mark in pushed Richards backwards and surviving and moving on [at this 1). Passing: Muhammad-Rogers 22-7-77. NAIA play and first in the CCAC. the hosts eventually ran out of time of year], which is basically Receiving: Carpenter 4-33, Willett 2-32, Schuh is also Trinity’s service ace leader. what we did.” Tears 1-12. downs. *** • Record entering playoffs: Lady Trevians were McAuley’s in a third game. We worked hard 36-7 overall, 17-1 CCAC, 13-0 equal, but the latter finally pulled on that, and Ryann’s 20 kills was home, 8-1 away, 15-6 neutral. away in the deciding set to com- pretty spectacular.” Leaders: Kaitlin Feddema 414 plete a hard-fought 32-30, 22-25, The younger DeJarld’s semifi(Continued from page 1) kills; Erynn Schuh 45 aces, 10.27 nal exhibition actually ran some25-15 conquest. five sophomores. sets per game; Ellie Raebel 545 “But, of course, this is extra Ryann DeJarld had an impres- what counter to what had been a digs; Jessica Wiltjer 166 blocks. special. And to have my daughter sive 20 kills to go along with McAuley strength this season. The • Schedule: Saturday, NAIA on this team — what an amaz- nine digs, while Clark (10 kills), most difficult aspect about pre- first round, at Bellevue (Neb.), Cahill (21 digs), Maxwell (nine paring for the Macs was dealing ing thing.” 2 p.m. Kayla Caffey paced McAuley in digs), Caffey (seven kills), Joyce with the balance they displayed MEN’S BASKETBALL the title match with eight kills, (37 assists, six kills) and Kennedy on both offense and defense. The key to hosting your own two of them resulting in the 25th Arundel (five kills) also did their “We really have no one specific basketball invitational is to find player who dominates,” Coach Depoint of the first game and the part to help the Macs prosper. a couple of teams you can beat, 24th of the second. Ryann DeJarld New Trier boasted a front line Jarld said. “That’s why I think and one other good team to fill (seven kills), Kelsey Clark (six), that included three 6-footers — two we’re so solid, because it was a total out the bracket. Maggie Scanlon (four kills, five of the girls stood 6-4 or better — but team effort. We wanted a diverse Trinity got two-thirds of that digs), Carla Cahill (nine digs), McAuley countered with 70 digs out team [and] our kill percentage is formula correct over the weekMallory Maxwell (eight kills) and of a backcourt that featured Cahill, pretty even across the board. end. St. Xavier University was Courtney Joyce (26 assists, three Maxwell and DeJarld. The Macs “That’s why it’s hard to comkills) also contributed heavily to rallied from a 12-8 deficit and finally pete against us, because you never closed out the first game after six know who’s getting the ball. Since the Macs’ good fortune. McAuley was ahead 21-20 in chances, with Clark producing the all our girls are good ball handlers, we have options — three hitters Game 1 when Clark and Caffey winning point on a kill. delivered big kills for a three-point The Lady Trevians jumped ahead every time, which keeps our oplead. With the Macs up 24-22, Caffey 13-5 in Game 2 and were never ponent on its toes.” headed, but McAuley retaliated And that balance paid off in an closed out the set with a kill. In the second game, Benet used with a 5-0 start to the third game. undefeated run through Illinois. Only teams from Kentucky ada late 4-0 run to tie the match at From there, the Macs rolled. 17-all, but kills by Clark and De- “Game 1 was tough,” Coach ministered setbacks to McAuley Jarld regained a lead for McAuley DeJarld said. “New Trier played in 2013. that would not be relinquished. at the highest level in that match And with only setter Joyce Caffey then closed out the match than they had played at any point graduating, the Macs will enter and the players hoisted the state during the season when they 2014 as a favorite to repeat. “We played the tough matches played us. championship trophy. “They were not going to denied,” “They really rose to the oc- and in the tough tournaments Coach DeJarld said of her players. casion, and we had to compete to get us ready for the pressure “I think in their heart they knew against their tall middles. We kept matches and situations,” Coach they were going to come away blocking and chipping away at DeJarld said. “The losses to Kenchampions. They truly believed it them, and the persistence paid off. tucky early in the season were — it didn’t take too much convinc- Our defense and ball control, ulti- character-building experiences for us. Wheaton-St. Francis won [the] mately, controlled the match.” ing on our part as coaches. “We saw it early on. They were Even after the Lady Trevians Class 3A state [championship], driven and extremely self-moti- forced a third set, De Jarld wasn’t and their only loss was to us — and they almost beat us. vated — that’s what it takes to worried. “Our motto is [that] no one is “We’re going to lose Courtney be a champion.” To get to the final match, the better than us in Game 3 — we Joyce, who is big catalyst at the Macs had to endure a three-game just have to bring out so much setter position, but we’re excited marathon against a determined energy,” she said. “That’s why we about next year already because New Trier squad in one of the run sprints. We have to have the we’re basically bringing back evsemifinals. For two games, the most energy and highest spirits erybody else.”

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relay team. Senior Caitlin Krull and juniors Caitlyn Olson and Mia Robin rounded out the relay quartet, which posted a winning time of 3:35.90. Lawlor, freshman Devin Apps and juniors Tricia Mangila and Stephanie Pappas joined forces to give Sandburg a runner-up finish in the 200-medley relay (1:49.73), and Apps did likewise as a solo act in the 100-breaststroke (1:06.91). Apps’ individual time was a lifetime best for her and eclipsed the Lady Eagles’ existing frosh-soph record in the race. Kull provided a pair of secondplace showings, doing so in the 200- and 500-freestyles in respective times of 1:55.12 and 5:09.47. Also winding up second was diver Anna Girlich (404 points). “We knew the 400-relay was a lock, and we knew both Caitlin and Clare would advance in their events,” Caliendo said. “I think, the fact that we won the medley was a bonus [and] Devin Apps’ performance in the breaststroke was a great accomplishment. She also dropped five seconds in the IM. “Everybody that swam sectionals had at least one lifetime-best time. They’re all very dedicated, and that’s what we want to see. Caitlin’s been to state meet every year, and I know she especially wants to finish her career in a memorable way.” Shepard finished sixth in the sectional with 90 points. *** Victories by Megan Vallance in the 50-free (24.57) and Sophia Shalabi in the 100-breaststroke (1:05.16) propelled Stagg (254 points) to a third-place finish at

Saturday’s Lyons Township Sectional. The host Lady Lions (287) and Hinsdale Central (273) were the only schools to better the Lady Chargers’ team total. Vallance and Shalabi also helped Stagg prevail in the 200-free relay (1:37.73), along with seniors Adrienne DiFoggio and Samyah Isa. Isa was right behind Shalabi in the breaststroke after timing out in 1:06.97. BOYS’ BOWLING Shepard opened up its season last Tuesday with a tough 1,9091,901 defeat against TF South at Centennial Lanes. The Astros’ Eric Walters led all bowlers with a 264 game and 466 series. On Thursday, Shepard scored a 2,059-1,851 South Suburban Conference Red dual win over Reavis at El-Mar Bowl. Individual leader Brandon Dietz rolled a 280 game and 511 series to boost the Astros. *** Sandburg fell short of Joliet West (1,830-1,665) in its seasonopener last Tuesday at Orland Bowl. Jared Saba rolled a 223 game and 373 series to lead the Eagles in the SouthWest Suburban Conference Blue encounter. Sandburg bounced back two days later to edge Joliet Central 1,798-1,777 behind Brandon Torres’ 279 game and 442 series at Orland Bowl. The meeting with the Steelmen was also a conference affair. *** Like Shepard and Sandburg, Stagg began its 2013-14 season on the wrong end of a final score. Lockport beat the Chargers 2,020-1,560 last Thursday in an SWSC Blue match at Strike ‘N’ Spare II.

the “other good team” in the gym for the Troll Classic, while Great Lakes Christian and the University of St. Francis (Ind.) rounded out the four-school field. The Trolls knocked off Great Lakes in comprehensive fashion, winning 78-45, but dropped a 9958 decision — more of a knockout, really — to USF. The defense against Great Lakes was the most impressive part of that victory. Trinity held the Crusaders to 14 points in the second half, expanding a nine-point halftime lead to the 33-point final margin. Logan Vos led the way with 20 points, while 3-point specialist Jared Jones added 12, all of them coming from beyond the arc. Cody Rhorer and Joe Hehir both had 10 points. That kind of scoring was harder to come by on Saturday, when USF ran off to a 50-30 lead after 20 minutes and then put another 13 points on the advantage after the break. Trinity was never in the contest, as it shot 38 percent from the field and only 53 percent from the line. Jake Van Den Berg’s 12 points led the Trolls. The week began with an 84-66 loss at Huntington in Indiana, as Trinity chased the Foresters to no avail from start to finish. Jones scored 17 points on a 5-of-9 performance from 3-point range to pace the Trolls. Conference play commenced this past Wednesday night at Robert Morris University. *** • Record: 2-4 overall, 0-0 CCAC, 2-1 home, 0-2 away, 0-1 neutral. Leaders: Jared Jones 13.2 ppg., 18 assists; Ezekiel Odonkor 8.0 rpg.; Cody Rhorer 5 steals. • Schedule: Tuesday, vs. Roosevelt University, 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 29, Indiana-East at St. Xavier University Tournament, 4 p.m.; Nov. 30, vs. Madonna at St. Xavier Tournament, 1 p.m. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Spring is always a tonic for the Trolls — Spring Arbor, that is. Trinity rolled into the small Michigan town and beat Spring Arbor University 52-48 on Saturday for its first win of the season. The outcome, which stopped the Trolls’ season-opening losing streak at five games, came about with a late rally.

The score was 46-46 with two minutes remaining, but Caitlin Cody’s jumper gave Trinity a 48-46 edge. After a Spring Arbor miss, fouls put Allie Paluchniak on the free-throw line twice. She sank four shots in a row to give the Trolls a six-point lead, one that could not be negated by a late basket. The victory was Trinity’s first since last February and ended a seven-game overall losing streak. More successes may be in store. The Trolls hosted Moody Bible Institute this past Monday and were set to meet Robert Morris University in their CCAC opener on Wednesday. Trinity hosts Greenville on Saturday, with the two home games both nonconference meetings. *** • Record: 1-5 overall, 0-0 CCAC, 0-1 home, 1-3 away, 0-1 neutral. Leaders: Allie Paluchniak 11.8 ppg., 17 assists; Caitlin Cody 5.7 rpg.; Three players with 8 steals. • Schedule: Saturday, vs. Greenville, 1 p.m.; Tuesday, at Roosevelt University, 5:30 p.m.; Dec. 7, at Trinity International University, 5:30 p.m. WOMEN’S SOCCER For the Trolls women’s soccer team, it always seems to come down to a match with Judson University. That was the case this past Wednesday, when Trinity met the Eagles with a berth in the NCCAA Tournament on the line. It would be the Trolls’ first match in 11 days. The winner would advance to the tournament in Kissimmee, Fla., while the loser stayed home. Trinity beat Judson 2-1 on Nov. 2, and last year stunned the Eagles by that same score in the NCCAA regional playoffs. The latter match was played at Judson, while this latest one was slated for Schaaf Field. *** • 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: TBA, pending result of Wednesday’s match.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ 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 . ďż˝ DAWN FRY AKA DAWN T. FRY, TONY FRY D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 10 CH 18183 9348 SOUTH 87TH AVENUE HICKORY HILLS, IL 6 0 4 5 7 ďż˝ 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 ďż˝ COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N , ďż˝ P l a i n t i f f ďż˝ V . ďż˝ 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 ďż˝ 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 . ) ďż˝ 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 . ďż˝ 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S ďż˝ 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 . ďż˝ 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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For Sale Notice IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ELIZABETH M. MILLER A/K/A ELIZABETH M. HEPHURN, STEPHEN P. MILLER, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 31243 12023 SOUTH 70TH COURT Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 6, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 12, 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 12023 SOUTH 70TH COURT, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-30-112-003-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $304,010.13. 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? 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, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. 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, contact Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: Anthony Porto, FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC, 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (866) 402-8661 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com.. Please refer to file number F11050137. 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. FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC 1807 W. DIEHL ROAD, SUITE 333 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (866) 402-8661 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. F11050137 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 11 CH 31243 TJSC#: 33-24705 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I572947

This newspaper strives to monitor the classified ads it prints. However, when an ad is submitted from outside this area, it is often impossible for us to check its credibility. Therefore, we suggest caution when answering ads with offers that seem too good to be true. For more information regarding financing, business opportunities and/or work-at-home opportunities in this newspaper, we urge our readers to contact the Better Business Bureau, 330 N. Wabash Ave. #2006, Chicago, IL 60611, (312) 832-0500.

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N ďż˝ JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N ďż˝ P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ JOHN J GUINTA A/K/A JOHN GUINTA, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, THE COMMONS OF PALOS PARK PHASE I HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S ďż˝ D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 11 CH 35414 36 BROOK LANE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 16, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 18, 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 36 BROOK LANE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-26-201-036-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with an attached 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 PA1120575. 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. PA1120575 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 35414 TJSC#: 33-20630 I570938

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N ďż˝ BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ MILAN POPOVIC, DOBRILA POPOVIC, HSBC NEVADA, NA FKA HOUSEHOLD BANK, CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) N.A., LAS FUENTES CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA) N.A. D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 11 CH 17280 9086 W. DEL PRADO DRIVE UNIT 2E 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 February 20, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 17, 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 9086 W. DEL PRADO DRIVE UNIT 2E, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-10-209-013-1090. The real estate is improved with a multi unit condominium building; two car attached 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 PA1102466. 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. PA1102466 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 17280 TJSC#: 33-24925 I573503

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N ďż˝ P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ DAINIUS KOPUSTAS, VIRGINIA KOPUSTIENE D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 13 CH 12401 9424 S. 83rd Ave. Hickory Hills, IL 60457 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 2014, 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 9424 S. 83rd Ave., Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Property Index No. 23-02-411-013-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $283,392.17. Sale terms: The bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. 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, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. 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. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 12401 TJSC#: 33-22617 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. I567985

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Broaden Your Horizons This week Thanksgiving luncheon The meaning of Thanksgiving in America will be the focus of a luncheon program on Tuesday, Nov. 26, from noon to 2 p.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Culinary historian Penelope Bingham will discuss what Thanksgiving means to American culture and identity. She traces the evolution of the holiday, from the First Thanksgiving in 1621 to the present day and discusses how it has become the origin myth of our country and an expression of deeply held American cultural ideals. The luncheon menu will include some traditional Thanksgiving foods. The program is made possible, in part, by an award from the Illinois Humanities Council. The luncheon begins at noon, costs $17 per person, and requires reservations. For more information, call The Center at 361-3650.

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Bryan Riess, of Orland Park, wrote this year’s Orland Park Theatre Troupe holiday production, “A Simple Miracle.” Riess is a member of the village’s comedy improv team and has appeared in a number of village theater productions. Performances are Dec. 13-15 at the Orland Park Civic Center.

Orland Theatre Troupe presents holiday show by local playwright The Orland Park Theatre Troupe’s holiday show has special meaning this year as the group is performing an original play written by one of its own. “A Simple Miracle” was written by longtime troupe member Bryan Riess, of Orland Park. “I started writing the show back in 2011,” Riess recalled. “I was thinking of a holiday show that would be fun to do but it took a good year, on and off, to complete it with revisions being made all the way up until August of this year.” Riess first joined the village’s troupe in 2010. “I had performed theater for years and took a long break before finding a home with Frann and the group,” he recalled. Riess is also in his fourth season with the village’s Orland Park Comedy Improv Team, “No Limit Laughs.” “A Simple Miracle” takes place on Christmas Eve with the holiday anything but festive as two brothers learn that the inn they operate is being sold. A blizzard traps a cast of characters, including an angel, at the hotel, making for an interesting sequence of events. “When we choose our holiday shows, we look for those that will have the audience leave with a

nice, warm feeling — a show that brings back great memories and truly touches hearts,” said Frann Carnivele, the troupe’s producer/ director. “This show does just that. It’s a perfect feel good story for the season written by one of our very talented own.” An accomplished writer, Riess graduated from Elmhurst College with a double major in communications and English with a minor in theater. His first book was published by Publish America and his second book was published as an e-book with Borders Books. Riess’s 1995 play, “Here Comes the Bride,” was performed at Elmhurst College and he has two published novels available on Amazon. Riess wrote “A Simple Miracle” with Orland Park’s theatre troupe in mind, noting, “I always wanted to perform it here and I designed the set with the Civic Center in mind, keeping everything simple and within our resources.” Along with serving as assistant director, Riess appears in the show as Jack. “Jack is our hero but he has a long road to travel before he can save the day,” Riess explained. “He is thrown into a situation that he’s unprepared for and is surrounded by problems. Jack struggles be-

tween what he wants and what is right. These are the struggles that the audience rides along with to drive the story,” he said. Along with Riess, Orland Park residents appearing in the show include Camille Auskalnis, Emma Bohren, Ann Burns, Alexandra Callewaert, Maxwell Callewaert, Sophia Carroll, Rose Foley, Grace Kane, Allison Kazlauskas, Joanna Leafblad, Mollie McCormick, Dan McMillan, Jessie Moyar, Mary Tuminello and Taylor Villa. The cast also includes Gianna Ardolino, Hannah Belair, Rudy Chavez (Oak Lawn), Jim Mazeika, Joe Nowinski (Chicago Ridge), Jamie Nowinski (Chicago Ridge) and Jessica Pyrkowski. “A Simple Miracle” will be performed at the Orland Park Civic Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave., at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13 and 14. A 2 p.m. matinee will be presented on Sunday, Dec. 15. Advanced reserve seating tickets may be purchased at the village’s Recreation Department at 14650 S. Ravinia Ave. Adult tickets are $13, with those for seniors and students costing $11. Children’s tickets are $9 each. A limited number of tickets may be available at the door. (403-7275)

Omarr’s Weekly Astrological Forecast by Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (March 21-April 19): You may be tempted to experiment with something entirely new or to change direction in the week ahead. Some other issue, however, may come full circle and shift your attention to financial concerns. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): There’s a Full Moon in your sign, so during the first few days of this week you might feel that everything is centered on you and your most important relationships. Others may influence your decisions. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The deeper the well the clearer the water. In the week to come, don’t be fooled by surface appearances. You may be attracted to an educational or travel opportunity that isn’t what it seems to be. CANCER (June 21-July 22): The Full Moon might illuminate your most important goals this week. You might realize which goals are top priorities and come to understand the best way to achieve them. Enlist friends for support. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Busi ness matters or fulfilling your ambitions could be overriding considerations in the week ahead. If you use your energy wisely, you can get a project off the ground and make it a striking success. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Belly up to the bar and drink deeply to new friendships. Friends could be lovers, too, or they could just be coworkers. In the week ahead, you might find that a friendship could blossom into

something more significant. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Think before you act. Re lationships will run smoothly if you’re wise enough to forgive a harsh word. Business agreements that are put together in the first half of the week should prove profitable. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Listen closely, since the Full Moon is in your opposite sign this week. Someone might hum a few bars of “You Light up My Life.”

You may realize who’s sincerely affectionate and who’s a passing fancy. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21): Don’t be intimidated by power and money in the week ahead. You won’t fear something if you learn more about it. Embrace your passions and let them guide you to success by being persistent. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): In the coming week, you may (Continued on page 10 )

A new Gentle Yoga class will be offered at The Center on five Tuesdays beginning Nov. 26, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The class will meet at the Anderson Activity Center of The Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Instructor Valerie Lindstrom will lead the yoga sessions, which will include discussion and practice on breathing, relaxation, and centering, as well as movement and poses. Yoga newcomers are welcome. Students should dress in comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat and water bottle. The fiveweek class costs $50. Because no classes will be held on Christmas or New Year’s Eve, the fifth class will be held Jan. 7. Preregistration is required. Call The Center 361-3650.

to make winter-themed cards with red, green, shiny, and snowy designs. The workshop cost of $18 plus a $6 materials fee. Registration is required. Call 361-3650.

The Bridge Teen Center events The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park, will hold Friday Night Live with live music from Max Dvorak and the Deadbolts this Friday, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. • Enough for Now with Chili’s — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this Saturday a night of live acoustic music from Enough for Now and free food from Chili’s. This event is exclusively for students in 9th12th grade and is free with a student membership application or $5 with a school ID. For more information, call 532-0500 or visit thebridgeteencenter.org. • Puppies with Purpose 2 — 4 to 5 p.m. Nov. 25, a program focused on therapy dogs, search and rescue dogs, police dogs and more. • Brown Bag Lunch — 1 to 2 p.m. Nov. 25, Pack a brown bag lunch and come hang out with The Bridge staff on your week off. • Ducttape Wallets — 2 to 3 p.m. Nov. 26, make your very own ducttape wallet. Choose from a colorful array of duct tape to make a wallet or clutch with our student expert: Brenea. Guy and girl patterns are available. • Thankful Jar — 2 to 3 p.m. Nov. 27, stop and think about the many things in life that we have to be thankful for, turned into a craft. • Movie Day: “Hook” — 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 27, turning the

Garage into a movie theater, with popcorn. This free event is for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 5320500, or visit thebridgeteencenter. org.

Upcoming Thanksgiving puppet show The Children’s Farm will host its annual Thanksgiving Puppet Show on Friday, Nov. 29, at 1 p.m., at The Children’s Farm, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Directed by Kay Ardizzone, the animal puppets will present a show about being thankful. After the show, children will be invited to share refreshments and visit the barns to see the animals who have begun to grow shaggy coats. Admission to the puppet show is $5 per person. For information, call The Center at 361-3650.

Christmas gourds The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, will offer holiday gourd workshops on Monday, Dec. 9, at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Professional gourdcrafter Karen Caldwell will help each student to create an assortment of sparkling Christmas ornaments from small gourds, a kissing ball, or a birdhouse. There is a class fee of $18 plus a $15 materials fee. Registration is required. For more information, call The Center at 361-3650.

Womantalk discussion The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, will host its monthly Womantalk coffee hour and discussion on Tuesday, Nov. 26, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Led by MaryAnn Grzych, ladies are invited to join the discussion of “Simple Abundance” by Sarah Ban Breathnach or other inspirational readings that participants wish to bring. There is no cost, but reservations are required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Introduction to Reiki An introductory Reiki experience will be offered on Sunday, Nov. 24, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Reiki is a gentle form of energy healing, reported to be especially beneficial for those suffering from physical or emotional pain. Reiki practitioners led by Sharon Butler will offer their healing services to participants, asking a donation of $10 per participant. Registration is necessary, as the monthly Reiki program is limited to ten participants each month. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Papercraft workshop The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park, will offer a papercraft workshop on Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Ann Fowler will teach students

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Christian High performs C.S. Lewis masterpiece Chicago Christian High School will perform C.S. Lewis’ masterpiece “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe” as its fall production this Friday, at 7 p.m., and Saturday, at 2:30 and 7 p.m., in the CCHS Auditorium. Here, Aslan, played by senior Cleveland Tate, and Peter, played by sophomore Eli Altena are shown preparing for battle. Tickets for the evening performance will be $5 for students and seniors and $8 for adults; or $3 and $5 for the matinee performance. Tickets are for reserved seating, so advanced purchases are encouraged. Tickets are on sale in the main office at CCHS, 12001 S. Oak Park Ave. in Palos Heights. Questions, call 388-7650.

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Christmas art show, sale at The Center The Center will host its annual Christmas Art Show and Sale, on Sunday, Nov. 24, from noon to 4 p.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. The art show and sale will feature the works of Lenox Wallace, Lois Hrejsa, Marge Boyd, April Schabes, Dan Snyder, Karen Caldwell, Nettie Botts, Dan Snyder, Dave Sanders, Keith Miller, and other Center art instructors and students. In the show will be watercolors, pen and ink drawings, handmade baskets, weavings, stained glass, pottery, quilts, knitting, pastels, collages, woodcarvings, mandalas, lapidary, gourds, jewelry, poetry, calligraphy, nature photography, handmade papers, folded paper-crafts, folkarts, and children’s and family artwork. Some instructors will demonstrate their artwork throughout the afternoon. Blanche Sanders and the Center staff and volunteer Fellowcrafters will also have a bazaar of Christmas crafts for sale, such as wooden reindeers, tin bell swags, and holiday wreaths. For more information, call 361-3650, or visit thecenterpalos.org.

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overwhelming success, the kind TV doesn’t see very often these days. And it makes considerable sense that CBS would seek to cash in Thursdays, a night where networks have long relied on lastminute movie marketing money — as well as other ad campaigns aimed at weekend shoppers — to maximize sales. But that left “How I Met Your Mother” and “2 Broke Girls” as its Monday tentpoles, and the former was heading into the home stretch of its run. (Whether CBS’ discussions regarding a spinoff reflect a stroke of genius or desperation will have to be evaluated at a later date.) “Girls,” however — which among other things failed to develop a top-flight supporting cast — simply wasn’t strong enough to hold up its end of the bargain. That will put “Mike and Molly” — and the appeal of its star Melissa McCarthy — to the test. Adding to the pressure, the latest addition to prolific producer Chuck Lorre’s quartet of CBS comedies, “Mom,” is actually pretty good — and always better when Allison Janney’s around, with her character getting ample screen time this week, as she reluctantly deals with menopause. So far, though, the new show has been mostly treading water ratings-wise, thanks to its so-so lead-in. CBS is billing “Mike and Molly,” as “new,” since McCarthy’s character abruptly quits her teaching job and decides she wants to become a writer. It’s pleasant enough, with some genuinely funny moments, while adding a semi-serialized aspect that “Mom” shares. That said, it’s hard to imagine a mild direction change will bring in droves of viewers, even if there’s a good possibility of improving on “2 Broke Girls’” numbers. CBS thus finds itself in an interesting predicament. The network would be crazy to re treat from the presence it has established Thursdays, with feeble sitcom competition from NBC. Yet that Thursday presence may come at the expense of being able to sustain a two-hour sitcom block

Mondays, which gets down to one of those cost-benefit analyses that force people to actually pay attention to what minions in the research, sales and accounting departments have to say. The lesson of “2 Broke Girls” is, perhaps, that viewers exhibit less patience than they did in the past. In the good old days, if you established a comedy hit it could often coast along on habit and goodwill until you reached five years and syndication. Here, a sort of nagging mediocrity (identified by critics faster than viewers) caught up with the show considerably faster. Of course, CBS’ comedy challenge is all relative, but it’s hard to see “Two and a Half Men” hanging on too much longer, and “The Big Bang Theory’s” indemand stars won’t be getting any less expensive. In that regard, CBS could find itself in the situation NBC faced back in its “Must-See TV” heyday — hanging on to its biggest hits while the clock ticks on coming up with something capable of carrying on. CBS still has some time to find that show, but this much seems clear: Having once been viewed as the heir apparent for the job, “2 Broke Girls” looks too poor to qualify.

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