May 24

Monday, May 24, 2021

Super Sunday Cowgirls advance with run-rule win over Bulldogs

Dean Ruhl Sports Editor With rain trickling down from the light gray clouds and the bases loaded, right fielder Hayley Busby entered the batter’s box.

The count quickly built to full, before she got her pitch, and sent the ball over the right center wall.

On Sunday, Busby’s grand slam was crucial in the Oklahoma State Cowgirls 10-2 victory against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Cowgirl Stadium in Stillwater to secure a spot in the NCAA super regionals.

“I think we played well all weekend long and made some really nice plays,” coach Kenny Gajewski said.

“We pitched very well and obviously really starting to be the offensive force See Super on pg. 4

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Biden and South Korea’s president jointly honor Korean War veteran at White House Eli Stokols Los Angeles Times WASHINGTON — President Biden’s second White House meeting with a foreign leader, South Korea’s President Moon Jae-in, began Friday with a ceremonial first aimed at underscoring the close ties between their two nations.

Moon joined Biden in awarding the Medal of Honor to a Korean War veteran, retired Army Col. Ralph Puckett, marking the first time a foreign leader has taken part in the ritual, according to the White House. It was also the first time Biden has presented the nation’s highest military honor.

“The strength of the alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea was born out of the courage, determination and sacrifice of the Korean troops fighting shoulder to shoulder with American Gage Skidmore/Flickr

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Continued from pg. 1 troops,” Biden said in welcoming Moon at the ceremony in the East Room. “Having you here today is an important recognition of all that our nations have achieved together.”

Puckett, 94, led 51 Army Rangers in fighting off successive waves of enemy counterattacks after his foot was nearly blown off by a grenade. Rescued by his men, who were inspired by his heroism, Puckett recovered from his injuries and went on to serve in the Vietnam War as well.

Biden lauded Puckett, who sat on the dais in full military uniform, as a “true American hero” and said he was “humbled” to have him at the White House for an honor the president said was “70 years overdue.”

Moon credited Puckett and American forces broadly with helping to preserve democracy in South Korea. “Col. Puckett and his fellow warriors are a link that binds the U.S. and Korea together,” he said.

The presidents’ summit, which also includes closed-door meetings and a joint news conference, presented another opportunity for Biden to signal his intent to strengthen the United States’ alliances in Asia as a counter to China’s rising economic and military power.

The meeting, just over a month after Biden hosted Japan’s prime minister, follows a two-week stretch in which his foreign policy focus was diverted to the Middle East, amid a violent

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conflict between Israel and Palestinians in Gaza until a cease-fire Friday. The two leaders plan to announce new agreements between the U.S. and South Korea.

According to aides who previewed the meeting, Biden is likely to come away with new trade agreements and investment commitments from Korean business, as well as a promise by Seoul to set a more ambitious goal to reduce carbon emissions by the year 2030.

In return, Moon may receive assistance to enhance his country’s supply of coronavirus vaccine. It is unclear whether he can persuade Biden to support his efforts to ease tensions with nuclear-armed North Korea, perhaps by supporting

an official declaration of an end to the Korean War. Moon, speaking through a translator, said, “Korea, as a responsible ally that shares core values with the United States, will always stand by America on its journey of recovering from COVID-19 crisis and defending liberal, democratic international order.”

He also expressed support for “ambitious climate action” and vowed to “coordinate with the U.S. with no daylight to achieve complete denuclearization and establish permanent peace on the Korean Peninsula.”

Moon, who met with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., on Thursday, began his day at the White House on Friday with Vice President Kamala Harris. In a short appearance

before reporters, Harris emphasized the importance of the U.S.-South Korea relationship and optimism about greater collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region.

“At a time when our world faces increasing threats to our health, security and climate, it is more important than ever that the United States and the Republic of Korea work closely together,” Harris said.

She also alluded to the close ties between her hometown and South Korea, telling Moon that “the largest Korean diaspora outside of Asia — I think outside of Korea, actually — is where I live, in Los Angeles, California.” news.ed@ocolly.com

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First baseman Alysen Febrey had reached base on a walk before Busby’s home run, scoring left fielder Chelsea Alexander and keeping the bases loaded.

OSU (45-9) scored five runs in the fourth inning, highlighted by Busby’s teamleading 18th home run, but the offense was surging similar to Saturday’s game against MSU. In the third, third baseman Sydney Pennington hit a solo home run, her 36th of her OSU career. She now holds the school record for most home runs.

“The last couple weeks I’ve just been focusing on taking quality at-bats and not trying to do too much,” Pennington said.

“When I hit it I thought it was going to go over, I wasn’t sure, it was a high pitch. It was awesome.”

OSU took the lead in the second inning, scoring four runs. Catcher Reagan Wright scored two runs on a home run, which bounced off the batter’s eye in centerfield.

Two errors by MSU extended the inning, one of which allowed left fielder Chelsea Alexander to reach third base on a bunt.

Shortstop Kiley Naomi drove her in on a sacrifice fly, and first baseman Alysen Febrey hit a double to drive in centerfielder Chyenne Factor.

Each of the Bulldogs runs came on singles. In the first, catcher Mia Davidson drove in first baseman Fa Leilua and in the third inning third baseman Montana Davidson scored right fielder Christian Quinn.

“We had a rough start,” Leilua said.

“We finished off strong. I’m proud of these young ladies and how far they’ve come and what they’ve achieved as a whole and as program as well.”

OSU pitcher Carrie Eberle pitched without rest Sunday, throwing five innings, striking out eight batters and allowing two runs.

The Bulldogs used two pitchers, starting Annie Willis who allowed all 10 runs and was pulled after Busby’s grand slam.

Alyssa Loza entered in relief, pitching two innings and allowing one hit.

“I’m very proud of this program,” Gajewski said. “It is just another great moment in our time here.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

ETERNAL JUDGEMENT & FORGIVENESS! Eternal Judgment is one of the foundational teachings of the Christian faith. (Heb.6:2) The Bible tells us that man is appointed (destined) to die one time and after that to facejudgment . (Heb.9:27) This is not a popular subject. It is very sobering! God has declared it will happen one day, so we can be sure it will.

There are various judgments that take place in our systems that bring punishment (jail time or penalties) for various crimes. After the time or penalty is fulfilled, then the individual is released.

He can continue living a normal life.

However, the judgment of God, that will surely come, is different in that there is no end to the judgment. It continues for all eternity. This should move all to an honest and humble evaluation of where they stand with God.

The Apostle Paul writes, at the second coming of Christ: “He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus. They will be punished with everlasting destruction and shut out from the presence of the Lord and from the majesty of his power…” (2 Thess.1:8-9 NIV) Ps.32:3-5 makes clear the struggle one has with his guilt. Here is a man who will not be honest and humble himself before God. He is refusing to acknowledge his sin and need of forgiveness.

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Dean Ruhl Sports Editor As third baseman Sydney Pennington rounded third for home plate, coach Kenny Gajewski waited down the line like he normally does.

This time it was different. Rather than his standard high-five he gives to players after a home run, he was much more eager to greet Pennington.

He pulled her in close and gave her a pat on the back, with a big smile across his face. She too seemed more excited to touch home plate.

It was because she had just set the school record for home runs.

Oklahoma State defeated Mississippi State 10-2 on Sunday to advance to the NCAA super regionals, with Pennington’s record-breaking home run the highlight.

“I knew today that I could break that record, but nothing changed in my mind in the box,” Pennington said.

“I’ve been trying to stay patient and let it work out on its own.”

It was the 36th home run of her OSU career, passing Tiffany Mikkelson who held the record with 35.

“When I hit it I thought it was going to go over but I wasn’t sure it was kind of a high pitch, but it was awesome,” Pennington said.

Gajewski said he is happy to see her recordsetting home run come in a game OSU clinched a super regional bid in.

“I think that’s kind of a cool story that we will look back on when Sydney’s playing days are done,” Gajewski said. “She did this in three and a half years and there is going to be no asterisk next to her name.”

The ball landed in the front row of the outfield decks, where the majority of OSU player’s parents sit.

After being caught, it was passed back to Pennington’s father.

“I was trying to aim for my dad again,” Pennington said.

Pennington has been a consistent home run hitter in her four years at OSU. She hit seven in her freshman and junior years, 10 in her sophomore season and 12 so far as a senior.

“I just couldn’t stop smiling,” Pennington said. “It was a good moment.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

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