June 11, 2021

Friday, June 11, 2021

Dynamic Duo Stillwater businesses and OSU work together Saara Hakanen Staff Reporter

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Eskimo Joe’s on Saturday, April 4, 2020 in Stillwater.

Local companies are the experts of making a business flourish under the special circumstances that Oklahoma State University creates in Stillwater.

“They are very unique in how they have to structure to accommodate students’ needs,” analyzes Jake Dyer, (a) senior at OSU. How exactly do Stillwater businesses establish and maintain the symbiotic relationship with OSU? Stillwater being a college town strongly affects its dynamic. The influence of OSU is undeniable and builds a special environment for local businesses. Regardless of some challenges, Stillwater firms and OSU benefit from See Dynamic on pg.2

Pitch to pitch

OSU fell just short of completing its mountain climbing philosophy, losing to Florida State in Oklahoma City

Image Taken at the Oklahoma State Cowgirls vs Oklahoma Sooners Softball Game, Sunday, May 9, 2021, Cowgirl Softball Complex, Stillwater, OK. Bruce Waterfield/OSU Athletics

Dean Ruhl Assistant Sports Editor

Alongside coaches and teammates, Oklahoma State third baseman Sydney Pennington sat watching The Dawn Wall.

It wasn’t the first time she’d seen this film.

Following a 10-2 loss to Oklahoma on May 15

in the Big 12 tournament, coach Kenny Gajewski took the team on a brief retreat to Broken Bow, as a way to relax and reconnect with the purpose of this season prior to the NCAA Regionals.

One way to reconnect was through the film. Gajews-

ki had shown the movie to the team prior to the start of the season, inspiring the hashtag used throughout the year. #Pitch2Pitch The documentary revolves around men climbing a mountain, and how they would have to climb certain

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sections of the mountain at a time, or “pitches”. Sometimes they would have to go backward to reach the next pitch.

The Cowgirls related this to softball, not only because of the double meaning See Pitch on pg.4

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Local companies, such as B&V Body Works Gym, recognize a big portion of their clients as OSU students. That is not a surprise considering there are 24,649 OSU students in a town of 49,527 residents, which means that roughly 50% of Stillwater population are OSU students. Local businesses have to create their business plan to fulfill the needs of a college town.

Body Works gym manager, Tyler Murrell, lists seasonal changes as one of their biggest challenges.

“When school is out, there is a dropdown of clients because not so many students are mixed up with the regulars,” Murrell says. “Beginning of the year and before summer are always busy because people are trying to get in shape.”

Dyer, however, offers a client’s perspective for a simple solution to turn around the challenges created by a college town environment. He said that targeting students is simply what companies in Stillwater should bank on.

“Small businesses also need something different to attract customers from big businesses,” Dyer argues.

The fair share of students within Stillwater’s customer base indeed asks for creativity. Body Works, for example, offers flexibility for students’ hectic schedules to attract them.

“We are a 24/7 gym, which has been very beneficial for students during Covid-19 because Colvin isn’t open on regular hours,” Murrell explains.

Body Works’ flexible hours and special programs seem to suit OSU students well. According to Murrell, students participating in OSU powerlifting program as well as the Pom Squad are among their regular customers. In addition, Body Works offers various classes on different times throughout the week, to accommodate student’s needs and schedules.

Murrell mentions Monday’s and Friday’s Zumba classes being popular among students.

Among Body Works, Stillwater extrudes great examples of “something different.” Unique environment requires unique products and services that are tailored for its customers.

Local specialities, such as Eskimo Joes’ famous cheese fries,

tempt curious customers to try out products outside nationwide chain companies.

“I like trying new things,” Dyer says. “I prefer going to small places if I have time.”

When it comes to restaurants, Dyer’s opinion is fairly common.

Small places tend to have another quality that draws customers, great customer service. Body Works’ Facebook page, for example, is full of praises about the company and its staff. It is common for owners of small businesses to run the store by themselves. The smaller the business is, the more limited its resources.

The staff is usually small.

In a college town, students are the desired workforce. They are quick learners, full of enthusiasm, don’t require a fat paycheck and tend to have flexible schedules. Body works, too, is a workplace for one lucky OSU student.

Dyer enlightens his experience in working for a small local bank. “I think that it’s much more personal for customers and employees. You’re not just a number.”

Mace Metcalf, an OSU alumnus, has worked in several Stillwater businesses, such as the Links golf course and the Quarters apartment complex, while studying at OSU.

Metcalf said working at a smaller business level feels more personal, which makes work more enjoyable, too.

(The) OSU community benefits from job opportunities offered by local businesses. Work experience and salary are vital for the future of thousands (of) OSU students. Along with helping students, Stillwater firms lend a helping hand for other local companies as well.

“Stillwater business helped me every day at work,” says Metcalf.

“Whether it was ordering parts from a company or helping out one another.”

Teamwork, instead of ruthless competition, is what happens when Southern hospitality meets small town friendliness.

“There were always opportunities to work with other businesses,” Metcalf concludes.

Stillwater functions to suit both, local students and businesses.

Cooperation enables companies to make profit, students to learn and customers to receive first-class service. To maintain this great balance in Stillwater, Metcalf reminds everyone to support their small local businesses. news.ed@ocolly.com

MAKE YOURSELF AVAILABLE!

God fulfilled another promise to Abraham; for he promised that through him, God would bless the whole world. Through Abraham, possibly 2500 years later, God sent his Son into the world to save and bless all who would trust in him.

We may not see how God can and will use our lives, but the challenge to “Make yourself available” is a call to all. This is the only way that you and I will see the love and faithfulness of God in reality. I can testify that he is true and faithful. Even if you stumble, make mistakes, just get up and keep going. Acknowledge your failure; He forgives, lovingly leads on into his plans for your life. You will not be sorry now and in the life to come, that you trusted and followed Christ. Make yourself available!

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Make yourself available; It is somewhat like the challenge God gave to Abraham.

“Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you.” (Gen.12:1 NIV) He left not knowing exactly where he was going. Yet, look at the way God used his life and produced a great legacy. Abraham moved into the land that God called him to inherit, and he dwelt there not yet owning it. Through faith and perseverance, he obtained. Four hundred years later the Israelites march in and took the land. God in his timing will give us all he has promised. Be encouraged, to “make yourself available” to God. Be practical in pursuing God, and you too will taste and see how faithful he is.

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OSU releases Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Task Force update Connor Burgan Staff Reporter Oklahoma Statehas announced new changes and improvements to the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion task force.

After an eight-month process, the DEI task force will now begin implementing their vision on how to create a more diverse campus. New practices and improvements will include:

The Hiring of Senior Inclusion Officers to help achieve broader and transformative diversity and inclusion efforts.

Creating an Annual DEI Summit to help learn and discuss the best practices among campus.

Creating an Inclusive Pedagogy Workshop, providing students and staff to understand diversity and build inclusion among course material.

Founding the OSU Police Department Community Outreach Program, focusing on enhancing partnerships with campus programs, colleges,

and student organizations.

Increasing and Maximizing scholarships and funding for Underepresented, Underserved and Marginalized (UUM) Students, addressing unintentional barriers to access and increasing student awareness of scholarship opportunities.

OSU’s newest president Dr. Kayse Shrum, recently sat down to talk about the importance of diversity throughout campus in a recent interview with The O’Colly.

“That’s an important issue for me for my family,” Shrum said. “I

have a diverse family, so really as a mother of six children — two females, four males, three of which are African American, I really think it’s important not only for people to feel welcome but to feel valued. I think that’s what we want for everyone for anyone at Oklahoma State University.”

With all the new changes being made, OSU is encouraging all students and faculty to send any comments or suggestions by June 15th to deitaskforce@okstate.edu. news.ed@ocolly.com

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With a large whiteboard, the team drew a mountain, with each game being a “pitch” of the mountain, the peak being the Women’s College World Series. Each signed the board as a commitment to the board’s purpose.

The season started, and the Cowgirls began their climb.

There were big moments along the way.

Pitchers Carrie Eberle and Kelly Maxwell combined for a perfect game against North Texas on March 24. Kiley Naomi hit a walkoff home run against Iowa State on April 1.

The news of a new softball stadium being constructed in several years broke on April 7. OSU defeated Oklahoma for the first time since 2011 on May 7 and hosted a regional and super regional in Stillwater.

They reached back-to-back WCWS, and Gajewski finished with his best record (48-12) since joining OSU in 2016.

“So there’s a lot of great things,” Gajewski said. “We pitched very well. Played defense well for the most part. We’re starting to look like an elite softball program and we’ll just continue to chase the standard at OSU, and that’s win championships.”

Grad Students leaving Carrie Eberle – P Alysen Febrey – 1B Reagan Wright – C Logan Simunek – P Jordan Doggett – OF The Cowgirls couldn’t scale the final pitch of the season. As OSU played Florida State on a wet field in Oklahoma City, the game being delayed hours because of rain, the Cowgirls season ended.

A 4-2 loss to the Seminoles in the early hours of June 6 ended the Cowgirls hopes to reach the apex of the mountain.

For some of the players, it ended their OSU careers.

“It’s really tough to see these seniors play their last game because coach tells us all the time that we are not really going to remember the games,” Pennington said. “We’re going to remember these friendships and the memories and the moments that we make.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

Lees resigns Coach Marty Lees resigned Wednesday, opening a spot on the staff for Matt Holliday or Robin Ventura to assume a bigger role.

Adam Luther/O’Colly OSU coach Marty Lees looks on during the Oklahoma State vs. Saint Louis baseball game on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Allie

Staff Report Oklahoma State third base coach and recruiting coordinator Marty Lees has resigned from his position with the Cowboys per Rex Holt on his radio show, The Game on 94.3.

Lees was hired at OSU, for a second stint with the Cowboys, in July of 2019.

Lees had previously been with

the Cowboys as an assistant from 2013 to 2015 before taking over as head coach of Washington State.

“Marty Lees is a great coach, an outstanding recruiter and a tireless worker – he is also a great friend,” coach Josh Holliday said. “He is a winner and a two-time national champion coach. We are very thankful for his contributions to the program. I wish him the best as he continues his coaching journey and pursues other opportunities.”

Lees departure leaves an open paid coaching vacancy

for the Cowboys.

Matt Holliday and Robin Ventura both have unpaid positions on the staff, meaning it is likely one of them will assume Lees’ spot.

“I want to thank Oklahoma State for the wonderful time here in Stillwater,” Lees said. “Thank you to Coach Holder, Josh Holliday and his staff. I loved every minute with OSU. I look forward to building on this great experience as we move forward.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

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They want Bama?

Cowboys fans weighed in on their thoughts of OSU’s football games against Alabama in 2028 and 2029

Claire Boomer/O’Colly OSU Cowboy Tennis huddles up at the start of the match before the Cowboys play No. 4 Michigan Wolverines on Feb. 21, 2020 at the Greenwood Tennis Center in Stillwater, Oklahoma.

The search is over

Dustin Taylor takes the helm of OSU’s men’s tennis program.

Spencer Sanders during the Spring Football game

Chris Becker Assistant Sports Editor Oklahoma State and Alabama announced the two teams will host a football home-and- home series in 2028 and 2029 on Tuesday.

OSU fans took to Twitter to share their reactions to the news.

Some OSU fans are happy to see big time programs finding their ways to Stillwater.

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“Love it! Been wanting big time non-conference matchups ever since FSU in 2014! There should be one big time game per year, one Tulsa/Boise level game, & one lower level game per year,” Briley Marvin said on Twitter.

Others are hoping Alabama head coach Nick Saban Will have retired by then, his current contract ends in 2028.

“Hopefully Nick Saban has retired by then,” Shannon Mallory said.

A few said they’ll have more of an opinion closer to the games.

“Ask me again in six years,” Heath DeMarco said.

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done before,” Young said.

The change comes after both Jay Udwadia and Sco Jenkins coached the team in the spring.

“It’s a great day for Oklahoma State men’s tennis,” Young said. “I think we have a great history with Jared A’Latorre our men’s tennis program but anytime you have a change like this, someThe long national search is one special like Dustin comes in the over. program, it’s very exciting.”

Dustin Taylor, former assistant Add the national championships and associate head coach at Virginia at Virginia with an ITA National has been hired as the OSU men’s ten- Indoor Championship and two NCAA nis head coach. singles titles.

Taylor was a standout tennis Being an Okie himself, Taylor player at the University of Tulsa in is proud of the opportunity to be the 2000s. close to where he once was.

Taylor also worked with the “It’s a dream come true to come United States Tennis Association. back to the state of Oklahoma, where Taylor comes with an outstand- I met my wife, played my college ing resume at Virginia. tennis and now became a Cowboy,” The Cavaliers won national Taylor said. championships in 2013, 2015, 2016 Taylor said that he already has and 2017. goals for his players to gain his trust.

In an interview with OSU “My goal is really to bring my Athletics, Cowgirl tennis coach Chris players freedom, fulfillment and life,” Young is excited for the future of Taylor said. “How you get there is OSU men’s tennis. certainly a lot of hard work and there “I think the future is extremely are some principles to be able to bright for Cowboy tennis to accomprovide that.” plish things that have never been sports.ed@ocolly.com

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2021 position breakdown Logan Carter will return to his starting role as OSU’s Cowboy back, with formidable depth behind him.

Starter: Logan Carter

The only remaining Cowboy Back from 2020 to have caught a pass is in prime position to be the go to as the starter.

Chris Becker Assistant Sports Editor

Jelani Woods has taken off his Oklahoma State jersey for the final time and will now dawn a Virginia jersey.

The Cowboys are now left with just Logan Carter as the lone Cowboy Back on the OSU roster to have caught a pass last season. The Cowboys, however, return Braden Cassity and Quinton Stewart from the 2020 season.

Cassity, who sees a lot of time lining up in the backfield as a fullback, got solid reps catching the ball during OSU’s spring game.

Coach Mike Gundy has seen the improvement of both Carter and Cassity over the course of the offseason, and is confident in the position moving forward.

“Logan has been awesome, and Cassity just keeps coming along,” Gundy said. “Those guys are always going to be important to our offense.

That is a position we have to be careful with health wise because of immaturity beyond those two.”

The Cowboys also have 3-star junior college tight end Austin Jarrad coming in for the 2021 season, who can provide depth to the position.

“Logan’s got a lot of reps, Cassity’s got some and then beyond that we have up and coming guys who don’t have any experience,” Gundy said.

Although the Cowboy Backs don’t often catch passes in OSU’s offense they are crucial to the suc-

Depth: Braden Cassity

Cassity saw some time as more of a fullback, and saw a large chunk of playing time in the OSU spring game.

Quinton Stewart

Adam Luther OSU cowboy back Logan Carter (87) during the No. 21 Oklahoma State vs. West Virginia Big 12 Conference football game on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019 at Milan Puskar Stadium in Morgantown, West Virginia.

cess of the pass and run game. In 2020, Woods and Carter combined for 16 receptions for 213 yards and two touchdowns. However, in the run game their presence is crucial for blocking both on the line and down the field as the play progresses through the field levels.

In the passing game they provide a role not only from catching occasional passes, but spacing the field and tak-

ing coverage away from other receivers allowing them to catch more passes.

Although the Cowboy Backs may not break the stat sheet they have a huge impact on the offense, but the Cowboys will have to see some new faces finding their way into the rotation to fill the void left by the transfer of Jelani Woods. sports.ed@ocolly.com

Stewart is the third returner from 2020, but hasn’t seen any playing time in game situations.

Austin Jarrad

An incoming junior college transfer could provide the Cowboys with a solid pass catcher in the tight end spot.

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Nancy Black Tribune Content Agency Linda Black Horoscopes Today’s Birthday (06/11/21). Explore and discover treasure this year. Persistent effort and investigation reap rewards. Step into the spotlight this summer, before a restful, more introverted autumn. Creative collaboration energizes your winter, inspiring deeper springtime connection with purposeful possibilities. Unveil valuable solutions through research and study.

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