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Southgate’s newest firefighter arrived on the job with a decade of on-thejob experience – something that has allowed him to hit the ground running.

Probationary Firefighter Chris Campbell is finding that the experience he gained as a paid-on-call firefighter and emergency dispatcher in Rockwood has prepared him for the increased workload he faces in his new department in Southgate.

Campbell estimated that he responded to 20 calls a month for fire and emergency medical service in Rockwood. As a full-time firefighter in much larger Southgate, he said, the number of runs some days reach 20, split between five or six individuals on a 24-hour shift.

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firefighters went on 495 calls for service in August – 405 rescues and 90 fire calls – the highest monthly count in department history.

“It’s a huge difference,” he said.

“Due to the size of the communities, we’re a lot busier.”

Campbell said he would not have it any other way.

“I always wanted to be a firefighter since I was a kid,” Campbell said. “I like everything about it. Everything is different from day to day. It’s always exciting. And it’s challenging, for sure.”

A native of Allen Park, Campbell graduated from St. Frances Cabrini High School, where he played hockey and baseball. He trained in firefighting at Wayne County Community College District in Taylor and earned certificates and licenses for firefighting and paramedic at the fire academy.

While he enjoyed working in Rockwood, the concept of paid-oncall firefighter means you only get paid when you are summoned to

The chief encouraged anyone interested in a career in firefighting to contact him at the Fire Department.

Hatfield teaches in the firefighting program at Schoolcraft College and can direct prospective applicants on the right path to a new career. work. Providing dispatch service on police, fire and 911 calls, helped pay the bills.

Campbell’s wife Sarah gave birth to son Everett four months ago, which prompted him to look for a full-time firefighting job. Southgate was the first place he applied and he is happy to have found a new workplace.

“I knew a couple people here when I applied,” he said, “and it’s been great. It’s a good place to work, a good city with good people and good hours.”

Chief Hatfield said he has been impressed with Campbell’s service.

“He applied for an open position and he interviewed well,” Hatfield said. “He’s still learning a lot. It has only been a couple months. He’s doing great.”

The chief said the Southgate Fire

Department – like most departments in the Downriver area – are looking to hire additional firefighters and EMTs. “There’s a national shortage of paramedics,” Hatfield said. “The license is difficult to obtain. The pay was lacking but has made great strides in the last two years. It’s comparable to being a nurse. You’re just doing the job on the streets and in homes.”

The chief said the Southgate Fire Department currently has staffing levels of 24 firefighters in suppression and two in prevention. He said the department will “have to hire 13 people in the next six years” and is conducting interviews to fill two open positions.

Some applicants, like Campbell, are working elsewhere and are looking for a better position.

“Everybody is looking to hire

somebody, especially Downriver,” Hatfield said. “I don’t know anybody that is fully staffed.”

The chief encouraged anyone interested in a career in firefighting to contact him at the Fire Department.

Hatfield teaches in the firefighting program at Schoolcraft College and can direct prospective applicants on the right path to a new career.

“We do like hiring our Southgate people,” said Hatfield, who has been a city firefighter for 23½ years and has been chief since November 2019.

Applications are available at the City Clerk’s Office and online on the city website. Chief Hatfield can be reached by email at mhatfield@ ci.southgate.mi.us or by phone at (734) 258-3070.

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Little League World Series

Son of Southgate educators is a baseball champion Jakob Furkas and his parents Jen and Ryan and sister Madeleine outside the stadium after the championship game in Williamsport PA.

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A boy with ties to Southgate was one of the big contributors to the Little League Baseball World Series championship earned by the Taylor North Little League.

Jakob Furkas will forever be known for catching the fly ball to center field to complete Taylor North’s 5-2 win in the final game over Ohio on August 22 at Lamade Field in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.

Jakob is the 12-year-old son of longtime Southgate Anderson social studies teacher, varsity tennis coach and teachers union president Ryan Furkas and former Southgate teacher and current Monroe High School assistant principal Jen Furkas.

While the Furkas family now lives in Huron Township, Jen Furkas grew up in Southgate and is a proud member of the Anderson Class of 1991, where she played in the marching and symphonic bands. Her parents – Jakob’s grandparents – Bill and Trish continue to live in the city they have called home for the last 44 years.

The Little League title run by Taylor North was followed by fans throughout the Downriver area, the state of Michigan and all over the nation who watched the team win game after game on ESPN and captured the finale live on ABC TV. It was the first Little League World Series title for a team from Michigan since Hamtramck won it in 1959.

Thousands of supporters turned out for a parade and celebration in Taylor to recognize the team’s success. The 11 players and their coaches have signed countless autographs, have posed for hundreds of photos and

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have been guests of honor at a Detroit Tigers game and other events.

For the Furkas family – including Jakob’s 16-year-old sister Madeleine – it was a summer vacation they will not soon forget.

Besides playing stellar outfield and providing solid hitting, Jakob was a regular in the Taylor North pitching

rotation. The team actually won championships on the district, state and regional levels prior to playing in the granddaddy of all Little League tournaments in Williamsport.

Some of Jakob’s fondest memories include defeating Bay City in the state tournament and pitching in a 4-2 victory over Hawaii in the World

Series semifinal game. He never came out of a game when he was playing centerfield and he came through in key games on the mound in every round, regularly closing out the six-inning contests.

In the World Series, Jakob hit .333 and had an on-base percentage of .444. He pitched in 8 2/3 innings over the span of four games, earning a win over Texas and a save against Hawaii.

He gave up just four hits and two earned runs, struck out seven and had a 1.30 earned run average.

The 5-foot-11, 145-pounder said he preferred pitching more than playing outfield and liked closing out games more than starting them.

“I know it’s big, but growing up and watching the highlights, honestly I didn’t know how big the World Series was,” Jakob said. “Now that we did win and got all of this cool stuff, yeah, it was pretty cool.”

On and off the field, he also bonded with his teammates, who became close since they were not allowed to mingle with the outside world – including their parents and siblings – due to COVID-19 protocol during the World Series. They lived in a bubble and were tested for the coronavirus every day.

When the Furkas family returned from Pennsylvania, it was time for Jakob to start seventh grade at Renkin Junior High School, where he plays football, and for Madeleine to start her new year at Huron High School, while parents Jen and Ryan returned to work SEE CHAMPION, Page 5

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Jakob Furkas (18 at right) celebrating with teammates on the field after he caught the fly ball that wrapped up the Junior League Baseball World Series for the Taylor North Little League team, 5-2, over runner-up Ohio.

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at their respective high schools.

Jen said both of her children are excellent students – Madeleine wants to be a doctor – but Jakob admitted he “likes sports way more than I like school.”

“I do well in school and I make sure the work is done,” Jakob said, “I work a lot harder in sports (baseball, football and basketball) than I do in the classroom, but I still do well in the classroom.”

Jen said her children are “grounded” and levelheaded when it comes to achievements – adding the best is yet to come.

“Jakob knows there’s more,” she said. “I’m happy with what he did. He’ll have more great things happen to him. He knows he has a purpose. Who he is is not just a baseball player... I want him to be a good man who is humble and grateful for all of his experiences.

“It’s not like you just become a poised, mature 12-year-old who learns to lose with grace. I’ve watched my kids respond to adversity and I want Jake to know that he is bigger than this moment.

This will pass. It’s important he knows values and the character he shows represents more than this team. He represents the team, the community, his school, himself and his faith. He’s a good kid. He makes good decisions.”

Jakob and his teammates are already looking

forward to getting together next season.

The Junior League Baseball World Series for 13- and 14-year-old players take place during nonCOVID years at Taylor’s Heritage Park.

Stay tuned.

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If you’re ready to add safe activity back into your life, start small by incorporating stretches into your morning routine. Set hourly reminders on your phone to get up and walk around the house.

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2. Watch your posture. Sitting in chairs and couches that you “sink” into can cause added strain on your knees. You’ll also want to move gently and frequently as over-sitting can cause tender joints to stiffen.

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If you’re looking for ways to brighten up your plate (and diet) with foods that are jam-packed with nutrients, consider eating the rainbow with these healthy vegetables.

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Orange: Crunchy or cooked, carrots are an excellent source of beta carotene and fiber.

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Blue and purple: Eggplant is an excellent source of magnesium and Vitamin B6, and a perfect pasta substitute in your favorite Italian dish. ~ Cousineau Chiropractic

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Zombie Pub Crawl back for seventh glorious year The Wyandotte Zombie Pub Crawl returns for its seventh year on Saturday, Oct. 16th.

The Wyandotte Zombie Pub Crawl is a crowdfundraising event unlike anything else in the area. It brings hundreds of people together every October who have purchased tickets to participate in Southeastern Michigan’s largest zombie pub crawl in beautiful downtown Wyandotte.

In turn, the event organizers, Be Well My Friends a 501(c)(3), give the net proceeds to people and organizations of the Downriver that need assistance.

In its first six years, the event, was able to give over $62,000 to the “Yes, Ma’am” program, which bi-annually provides breast screenings and free mammograms to under-insured women in the Downriver area at the Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital.

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This year’s fundraiser is co-hosted by two nonprofits, Be Well My Friends and the Downriver Council for the Arts. The event’s proceeds will be distributed to the “Yes, Ma’am” program at the Wyandotte Henry Ford Hospital, Downriver Council for the Arts, Penrickton Center for the Blind, and Downriver Foster Closet.

The event begins at 4 p.m. with zombies receiving wristbands graciously donated by White Furniture at check-in at the Downriver Council for the Arts, which is located at 81 Chestnut.

Zombies will then crawl to some of the best pubs in downtown Wyandotte where they will receive discounted drinks when they show their wristbands.

Pub crawlers’ carcasses will be hauled around downtown Wyandotte on a ZomBus, which is generously provided by Trinity Transportation.

While on the crawl, they can participate in a

scavenger hunt for a $300 cash prize. At 9:30 p.m. the zombie horde crawls back to the DCA for the Afterlife party at 81 Chestnut. There at the DCA, in the eerily decorated former Oddfellows ballroom, the Afterlife party will have live music from the band First Time Crush, costume contest with prizes, cash bar, raffles and door prizes.

The Wyandotte Zombie Pub Crawl and Afterlife party concludes at 2 a.m. when the zombies again return to their graves to rest until the 8th Annual Wyandotte Zombie Pub Crawl in October of 2022.

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Fall is an especially beautiful time in the parks.

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Lake Erie Metropark The 1,607-acre Lake Erie Metropark features three miles of captivating Lake Erie shoreline and sweeping vistas that you can only get with a Great Lake and great river.

Follow the path of lake freighters moving up and down along the Detroit River against exceptional views of Sugar Island, Grosse Ile, and Celeron Island.

Scan the sky of this popular bird-watching site, with more than 300 species recorded, and you just might spot a migrating broad-wing hawk or bald eagle flying above. This designated “Important Bird Area” is one of the premier hawk-watching sites in North America.

Plan on adding some recreational activity to your day with an 18-hole regulation golf course, the Marshlands Museum and Nature Center, boat

launches and a marina. Hike through miles of nature trails or kayak along coastal wetlands.

In the winter, walk along a cleared 1.6-mile paved trail, cross-country ski along 4-miles of flat, groomed trails, or ice fish for perch. Smaller guests are never forgotten with a brand new

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features an equestrian trail and a paved, hike-bike trail connecting to Willow and Lower Huron Metroparks for a 15-mile trail (30-mile round trip).

While at the park, stop at the Cedar Knoll Picnic Area to hike the nearby butterfly viewing trail, designated as a monarch waystation by Monarch Watch. Bring your canoe or kayak to ply the river behind the Nature Center.

Oakwoods Metropark Come to Oakwoods Metropark to enjoy the scenic woods and picturesque Huron River.

The Nature Center and surrounding trails are centerpieces of this 1,756acre Metropark.

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Lower Huron Metropark Lower Huron Metropark’s 1,258 acres of mature woodlands, grassy meadows, and the scenic Huron River.

Run or inline skate along a paved, hike-bike trail.

Shoreline fish or canoe along the river, as you observe swans or geese floating on the water.

Lower Huron Metropark also offers scenic picnic areas, basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts. Come for a few hours or stay for the day.

Willow Metropark Escape your routine and the doldrums of everyday life with a rejuvenating visit to Willow Metropark.

This sanctuary is minutes away with 1,531 beautiful acres of mature woodlands, and the picturesque Huron River. Play a round of golf on an 18-hole golf course.

Fish along the Huron River.

Cross-country ski, ice fish or sled in the winter.

Other features include a 4.5-mile hike-bike trail, a 24-hole disc golf course, and a children’s play area.

Just one visit will make Willow Metropark your all-season getaway.

In addition to the four arera parks, the system includes nine other parks.

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Continued from page 17 They are Kennsington in Milford, Delhi in Ann Arbor, Dexter-Huron in Dexter, Hudson Mills in Dexter, Huron Meadows in Brighton, Indian Springs in White Lake, Lake St, Clair in Harrison Township, Stoney Creek in Shelby Township and Wolcott MIll in Ray, The Huron-Clinton Metroparks is a regional park system created in 1940 by the citizens of Southeast Michigan, providing excellent recreational and educational opportunities while serving as stewards of its natural resources. \Entry fee to each of the parks is

$10, but for easiest access to the parks an annual pass is available for $40. It is $29 for seniors 62 and over. There is also a boat pass to use the park’s launch ramps ($35/$24) and a combo vehicle pass ($74/$53). Park entry is free with a state-issued Disabled Veteran license plate. Walkers, bicyclists, and inline skaters can enjoy free access to all Metroparks by entering through the park roads and hike/bike trails.

Many of the parks put additional Covid-19 precautions in place. Check park and facility closures before planning your visit. Lake Erie (734379-5020), Oakwoods (734-7823956), Lower Huron (734-697-9181), Willow (734-697-9181).

Programs at Lake Erie Sept. 25 - Hawk ID Learn about ways to help with identifying some of the raptors that migrate over Lake Erie Metropark. Learn some effective ways to figure out who you are seeing high overhead. This is fun for all ages!

10 a.m. – Noon and 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Cost: $3 per child, $5 per adult, children under 2 free.

Sept. 25 - Youth Gone Wild This youth focused program provides participants the opportunity to explore different areas of Lake Erie Metropark and get up close with nature through hands-on activities and experiences.

Monthly sessions will take place on Saturdays and topics will vary based on the season. “Raptors of Lake Erie” will be this month’s theme. Please dress for the weather. Ages 9 – 12.

Time: 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $3 per child Sept. 25 - Wild Child The “little sibling” to Youth Gone Wild is here!

This monthly program provides young children the opportunity to explore different areas of Lake Erie Metropark and get up-close with nature through hands-on activities and experiences. Come get wild at Lake Erie Metropark.

The program topics will vary each month based on the season. This month’s theme is raptors on the move. We will head down to the Detroit River Hawk Watch site.

This program is entirely outdoors, so please dress for the weather. Ages 6 – 8.

Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.

Cost: $3 per child.

Sept. 26 - Autumn Equinox Hike The lush greens of summer are beginning to transition to vibrant hues of red, orange, and yellow. Flowers are starting to seed, and migratory birds are heading to their winter grounds. These changes can only mean one thing… autumn has arrived.

Celebrate the equinox as we observe the change of seasons in the park! Fun for all ages!

Time: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Cost: $3 per child, $5 per adult, children under 2 free.

These events all begin at the Lake Erie Marshlands Museum and they require pre-registration. Call the park at 734-379-5020 to register or to get more information.

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Assessing remote UP trout lakes using hunting technology John Bauman

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A journey to an inland trout lake in the U.P. is a great opportunity to enjoy a wilderness experience amid remote and rugged scenery. The experience you gather on your trip will likely be memorable and may inspire future outings. It may also contribute to future DNR trout stocking and assessment efforts.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources manages many inland lakes in the Upper Peninsula for brook, brown and rainbow trout.

These trout lakes – less than 100 acres each – are often considered small compared with other inland lakes.

Depending on the lake, various regulations are in effect for anglers hoping to catch trout. In some of these lakes, anglers are restricted to the use of only artificial lures or all tackle is permitted, except minnows. On other lakes, all tackle is allowed.

Again, depending on the lake – designated by letters A through D in the Michigan Fishing Guide – there are minimum size limits for trout, ranging between 8 and 15 inches. There are also seasonal restrictions on some lakes, while others are open year- round.

These regulation variations provide anglers with diverse fishing opportunities.

“Many of these small inland lakes are also remote and provide an exceptional wilderness experience,” said Darren Kramer, a DNR fisheries biologist in Escanaba. “For example, a series of remote wilderness lakes located in Alger County have been managed for brook trout since the 1950s.”

The remote wilderness aspect of many of these lakes presents challenges for DNR fisheries biologists seeking to monitor anglers’ use of these waters.

“A principal component of fisheries management includes evaluating fish stocking programs using established fisheries criteria that, when met, help justify costs associated with stocking and ensure resources are utilized for their intended purpose,” said Jen Johnson, a DNR fisheries biologist in Norway. “Trout program evaluations can be accomplished by considering biological, economic and social criteria in line with DNR Fisheries Division policy and recommended stocking

guidelines.”

For evaluating trout-stocking measures on these remote wilderness lakes, DNR fisheries personnel use several methods.

Determining biological criteria requires gathering information on trout abundance, growth, survival and water temperature and is typically accomplished using netting surveys.

Social criteria are assessed by talking with anglers about the quality of their catch, accessibility of fishing sites and

whether they are generally satisfied with the fishery provided. Web-based surveys have also been helpful in gathering reliable information about anglers’ overall satisfaction of lakes the DNR has stocked with trout.

Economic criteria include comparing the amount of angler use of the remote lakes, or number of angler trips, to the general cost of stocking trout in these locations.

“Remote wilderness lakes stocked with trout are typically difficult to

access, and funding resources are not available to monitor all of these lakes using creel clerks,” said DNR fisheries biologist Cory Kovacs in Newberry.

Creel clerks are staffers who talk with anglers, collecting valuable information that helps the DNR make decisions about managing Michigan’s fisheries, at less remote fishing locations around the state.

“Therefore, DNR Fisheries Division staffers are routinely deploying ‘trail cameras’ to monitor these water bodies to ensure resources are being utilized and a continuation in stocking is justified,” Kovacs said.

Trail cameras are also known as game cameras, are remote motion-activated cameras often used by hunters to scout game. These cameras are providing valuable information about the number of trips anglers are taking to these remote lakes, in addition to the time spent on each lake.

The use of trail cameras has also provided useful information for fisheries biologists by documenting the presence and abundance of predatory bird species, like great blue herons, osprey and bald eagles. This helps ensure numbers of trout stocked sufficiently counter the amount of fish preyed on by these birds.

In some cases, anglers themselves may also use hunting tools to aid them in fishing these remote locations.

Specifically, the DNR’s Mi-HUNT application depicts Michigan’s landscape in detailed, layered geographic information systems maps and satellite photographs.

These maps and photographs can show the presence of trails, campgrounds and parking areas that can help anglers find and access these remote lakes.

In addition, the DNR’s website provides a wealth of information on fishing, including a database showing fish stocking locations, dates, types of fish and number and size of fish stocked.

The website also provides a collection of 2,700 DNR maps of Michigan lakes that show water depths, shorelines and some additional features, like roads or access points.

There is also a good deal more information on Michigan fish species, tactics and more at Michigan.gov/ Fishing.

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Despite record, Titan gridders are making strides The results are not there yet. The Anderson football team lost its first three games of the season to Dearborn Edsel Ford, Trenton and Wyandotte Roosevelt.

But there are signs that the program is coming to life. The Titans played competitive games with both Edsel and Wyandotte. At one point in the second half of their Sept. 10 game, Anderson HANK trailed Wyandotte MINCKIEWICZ just 17-14 before Southgate Star eventually losing 31-14. The Titans lost to Edsel 27-18 and to Trenton 42-0.

And, despite having 12 sophomores (and a freshman) up on the varsity, the Titan junior varsity is more than holding its own, having beaten Wyandotte and played close with Dearborn Divine Child.

There are positive signs all around, they just have not paid dividends in victories yet.

Coach Mitch Dobek said he can see the improvement in his team, although it is inconsistent.

The Titans had a great week of practice prior to the Wyandotte game and its showed in the game.

“We brought the intensity,” Dobek said.

Other times, the intensity and focus has been lacking, “Week-to-week the coaching staff is preparing these kids to be ready to play,” the Southgate coach said. “We are searching for consistency, game-togame and play-to-play.”

Dobek said there have been some individual highlights, too, and some players that seem on the verge of breaking out.

Senior Brennan Emans has been one of those bright spots, according to Dobek. A running backsized player, Emans is playing on the offensive line “because its best for the team,” the coach said.

“On defense, he’s always disrupting things,” Dobek added.

Junior Colin Thomas is another player impressing the coaching staff.

“He’s really stepped up as a playmaker for us this year,” Dobek said.

Another player who may be ready to join Thomas as a primary playmaker is junior Andrew Gates.

“We’re waiting for him to break out,” said Dobek.

“He’s always making plays in practice and we hope it’s a matter of time before we see it in games.”

The final player Dobek mentioned was sophomore quarterback Chase Barbosa, who also starts on defense. Dobek said the 10th-grader may be the most physical player on the team and he is fearless.

“We have to try and hold him back a little

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sometimes,” Dobek admitted. “If he were to get hurt, we’d be in some trouble.

“Starting at quarterback last year as a freshman and this year as a sophomore and also playing defense, we’ve kinda thrown Chase into the fire a little bit. But he’s done everything we’ve asked and he’s willing to do whatever it takes to win.”

And he’ll have a few more opportunities this season.

The Titans faced a strong Dearborn Divine Child team in a non-league game on Sept. 17. They host Taylor on Sept. 24, go to Carlson on Oct. 1, host Lincoln Park for homecoming on Oct. 8 and finish on the road against Woodhaven and Allen Park on Oct. 15 and 22nd, respectively. Taylor is 0-3, Carlson is 2-1, Lincoln Park is 0-3, Woodhaven is 3-0 and Allen Park is 3-0.

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Small Titan cross country teams still thinking big The Southgate Anderson 2021 girls cross country team is tiny, but the Titans have already had a good taste of success this young season, winning the Burgundy Shoe Meet (between Anderson, Riverview and Richard) and also the Lincoln Park Watermelon Run, which features Grosse Ile, Lincoln Park Dearborn Fordson and Anderson.

The Titans have a pretty wellconstructed team with two runners - senior Natalie Packwood and sophomore Sparrow Centeno - capable of running first for the team and a solid pack of juniors Lena Halkes, and Pauline Rosas and freshman Marina Borg to back them up.

Coach Sam Childs said Rosas has been especially impressive so far.

“She has had the best training camp pof anyone,” he said.

If the team continues to improve, Childs said, “they can score well.”

Anysia Correa, Maggie Stanley and Brianna Hales round out the eightrunner team.

The Titans showed what they can do at the Watermelon Run, where

Centeno, Lena Hales and Rosas all finished among the top 10 runners.

Centeno was third, behind only runners from Riverview and Fordson.

She ran 24 minutes, 17 seconds. Hales was eighth (25:48) and Rosas was ninth (26:10).

Borg (11th, 26:58) and Stanley (15th, 28:41) finished the scoring for the Titans and Correa and brianna Hales were the sixth and seventh Titans home.

Most recently the Titans were at the Running Fit - Detroit Mercy Invitational. The girls were fifth there, finishing ahead of Downriver teams, Carlson and Trenton.

Dearborn Divine Child dominated the event, going one-two-three, grabbing seven of the top eight spots and scoring a ridiculously low score of 17 points. Utica Eisenhower was second and Utica Ford was third.

Centeno was the first Andersn finisher in 22nd. She ran 23:41. Lena Hales (34th, 24:53), Borg (35th, 24:58), Rosas (38th, 25:12) and Packwood (46th, 25:45) finished the

Anderson scoring.

The Anderson boys have not had the early success of the girls, but they have a few more runners than the girls and they also have a ton of experience.

“This is the most senior-heavy team I have ever had,” said Childs.

Seven of the 10 runners on the team are 12th-graders, including the top threesome of Joe Rodriguez, Alex Jewell and Tyler Fantau.

“Those guys are doing a really good job of pushing each other,” said Childs.

Other seniors on the team are Kaydin Snyder, Cameron Jewell, John Manor and Ian Simons. Joining them are sophomores Dom Manor and Zachary Strickland and freshman Josh Kennedy.

At the Running Fit - Mercy event, Anderson finished well back in eighth place with Fantau leading the squad with a 29th-place finish. He ran 18:57.

Also scoring were Alex Jewell (35th, 19:19), Rodriguez (51st, 20:07), Kennedy (64th, 20:54) and Cameron Jewell (90th, 22:18).

2021 Titan Boys Cross Country Joe Rodriguez Alex Jewell Tyler Fantau Kaydin Snyder Cameron Jewell John Manor Ian Simons Dom Manor Zach Strickland Josh Kennedy 2021 Titan Girls Cross Country Natalie Packwood Maggie Stanley Lena Hales Paulina Rosas Brianna Hales Anysia Correa Sparrow Centeno Marina Borg Schedule Sept. 21 League Jamboree Oct. 2 21 Legends Classic Oct. 5 League Jamboree Oct. 9 Wayne County Championships Oct. 16 Gabriel Richard Invitational Oct. 21 League Championships Oct. 25 Lincoln Park Invitational Oct. 39 MHSAA regionals

Still kickin’ Photos by Larry Caruso

The Southgate Anderson soccer team finds itself about halfway through the 2021 season with the position round of league play and then district’s looming in the near future. Hunter Druchniak (7), Rogelio Herrera (25) and the rest of the squad face Downriver League games against Lincoln Park (Sept. 22) and Carlson (Sept. 27) before heading off into position-round play Sept.

27 - Oct 6. Districts begin Oct. 13. The rest of this year’s team is Edreas Abdo, Chris Chastain, Dominic Collette, Malik Fahdi, Antonio Gaglio, Artemio Gonzalez, A’mani Johnson-Wheeler, Antonio Ruiz, Alejandro Salcedo,Javionne Stanley, Connor Swiney, Joseph Truel and Christopher Wrona.

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