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WEBER STATE FOOTBALL WINS FIRST HOME GAME OF THE SEASON
By GAVIN NELSON Reporter
On Sept. 7, the sounds of Prince’s song “Purple Rain” and the Wildcat Victory Bell rang throughout Stewart Stadium as Weber State University’s football team defeated the Portland State University Vikings 43–18. The Wildcats entered the game 0–1 after losing 35–3 to the University of Washington on Aug. 31.
“We had a sour taste in our mouth from last week, so we just wanted to go out there and make someone else feel what we had to feel the week before,” Wildcat junior safety Angel King said.
King finished the game with a fumble recovery and an interception.
The Wildcats’ run game struggled to get going in the first half as the Vikings compressed their defense to stop Weber State star running back Damon Bankston. After some successful drives from throwing the ball, the Vikings had to spread their defense to stop the pass, allowing the Wildcats to get back to running the football.
Bankston was able to finish the game with 133 rushing yards after a successful second half. He had two touchdowns, one of which came off a 75-yard run.
“My mentality is whenever I get the ball, I’m gonna go score,” Bankston said. The game started off going back and forth between the teams. Weber State got on the
board first from a perfect throw into the corner of the endzone from sophomore quarterback Richie Munoz to senior wide receiver Jacob Sharp for a 28-yard touchdown.
The Vikings responded in the second quarter with a passing touchdown of their own, after which the teams traded field goals. The Wildcats were able to finish the half with a 1-yard rushing touchdown from Bankston to go into the half up 16–10.
Senior kicker Kyle Thompson hit two more field goals to increase the Wildcats lead to 19–10 at the beginning of the fourth quarter. Munoz would get his own rushing touchdown, and after another Vikings touchdown pass, the ‘Cats would follow up with two more rushing touchdowns to win the game 43–16.
“I’m very proud of my team and how they responded from last week,” Wildcat head coach Mickey Mental said. “I’m really excited for next week.”
The Wildcats travel to Beaumont, Texas, to face the Lamar Cardinals on Sept. 14 at 5 p.m.
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TOP RIGHT: Weber State cheerleaders cheering at the start of the football game. MIDDLE RIGHT: Jalon Rock (0) blocking a Portland State player. BOTTOM RIGHT: Weber State football players gather around the victory bell after defeating Portland State at Weber State University’s first home game. BOTTOM LEFT: Weber State University Quarterback, Richie Munoz (10), preparing to pass the ball down the field.
EL EQUIPO DE FÚTBOL AMERICANO DE WEBER STATE GANÓ EL PRIMER JUEGO DE LA TEMPORADA EN CASA
POR VICTORIA HERNANDEZ Traductor
POR GAVIN NELSON
El 7 de septiembre, los sonidos de la canción de Prince “Purple Rain” y el Wildcat Victory Bell (la campana de victoria de los Wildcats) sonó a lo largo en Stewart Stadium cuando el equipo de fútbol americano de Weber State derrotó a Portland State University Vikings con un puntaje de 43-18. Los Wildcats comenzaron el juego estando 0-1 después de perder contra la universidad de Washington con un puntaje de 35-3 el 31 de agosto.
“Tuvimos un sabor muy agrio en nuestras
bocas la semana pasada, solo queríamos salir y hacer que alguien sintiera lo que teníamos que sentir nosotros la semana pasada”, dijo Angel King, el Wildcat safety.
King terminó el juego con una recuperación de perder la pelota y una intercepción.
Los Wildcats tuvieron un poco de problemas para ponerse en marcha la primera mitad del juego cuando los Vikings comprimieron su defensa para detener al corredor estrella de Weber State, Damon Bankston. Después de algunos pases, los Vikings tuvieron que expandir su defensa para parar el pase, dando a los Wildcats la oportunidad para correr la pelota otra vez.
Bankston terminó el juego con 133 yardas corridas después de la maravillosa segunda
mitad. Él tuvo dos touchdowns, lo cual en uno de ellos fue una corrida de 75 yardas.
“Mi mentalidad es que cuando tenga la pelota, yo voy a anotar,” dijo Bankston.
El juego comenzó yendo ida y vuelta entre los equipos. Weber State subió al tablero primero con un pase perfecto a la zona de anotación del quarterback Richie Muñoz, al receptor abierto Jacob Sharp para un touchdown de 28 yardas.
Los Vikings respondieron en el segundo cuarto con un pase de touchdown propio, lo cual después los equipos intercambiaron goles de campo. Los Wildcats fueron capaces de terminar la mitad con un touchdown de una yarda de Bankston para ir a la segunda mitad por 16-10.
El pateador Kyle Thompson, anotó dos
goles de campo más para aumentar la ventaja de los Wildcats a 19-10 al comienzo del cuarto periodo. Muñoz consiguió su propio touchdown, y después de otro touchdown de los Vikings, los Wildcats seguirán con dos touchdowns corriendo más para ganar el partido 43-16.
“Estoy muy orgulloso de mi equipo y cómo respondieron desde la semana pasada”, dijo el entrenador de los Wildcats, Mickey Mental. “Estoy muy emocionado por la próxima semana”.
Los Wildcats viajarán a Beaumont, Texas, para enfrentarse contra los Lamar Cardinals el 14 de septiembre a las 5 de la tarde.
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WOMEN’S SOCCER STRUGGLES FOR WINS
By CORY MATER
Weber State University’s women’s soccer team recently took on the No. 18-ranked University of Colorado, falling 2–0 on Sept. 8 after taking a 1–1 draw against Pacific University on Sept. 5. Their season record is now 0–5–3.
The game against Pacific University started well for the Wildcats, who ended the first half up 1–0 with 10 shots. The defense, led by Samantha Kearns, kept the Tigers with only one shot on frame for the first 45 minutes.
Junior forward Ali Swensen scored the first goal of the game for the Wildcats. It was an unassisted goal at the three-minute mark
of the first half. This was Swensen’s fourth goal of the season in seven games played.
Pacific University was aggressive in the second half during its comeback attempt, recording a total of seven fouls. In minute 67 of the game, Pacific University forward Sierah McCallum scored on a rebound after a shot by midfielder Laila Saravia was blocked by Weber State goalkeeper Hadley Harris.
The Wildcats pushed back and had many opportunities late in the game to score with shots by Swensen, Alaina Wildenradt and Amanda Caswell. These attempts were all saved by Tigers goalie Sierra Schwarz.
Over the last five meetings between the two teams, the Wildcats have only one win over the Pacific Tigers. The ‘Cats ended the
game with a draw against the Tigers in a close contest that could have gone either way, and they are still looking for their first victory of the season.
The Wildcats then traveled to Boulder, Colorado, and suffered a 2–0 loss to the University of Colorado on Sept. 8, bringing their season record to 0–5–3.
In a defensive first half, Weber State managed to keep the Buffaloes off the scoreboard. However, Colorado broke through with two goals in the second half.
Goalkeeper Hadley Harris made a standout performance for the Wildcats, making her season-best 10 saves.
Weber State attempted 13 shots in the game, with four on target. Sayler Schlosser
led the attack with four shots with one on goal, while Swensen took three shots, two of which were on target. Ella Sanders also contributed with a shot on goal.
The Buffaloes racked up a total of 25 shots with 12 on target. Colorado’s goal scorers were Ava Priest and Hope Leyba.
Weber State is still looking for its first win of the season and now looks ahead to another away game against North Dakota State University on Sept. 12 at 5 p.m.. The Wildcats will return home for a rivalry game against Utah State University on Sept. 15 at 4 p.m.
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Women’s soccer players celebrate a goal made during their game on Oct. 23, 2022.
DARKNESS IN ART FESTIVAL DEBUTS IN OGDEN
By TENAYA HYDE Reporter
No Name Entertainment and Ogden’s Own Distillery are hosting the first annual Darkness in Art Festival on Sept. 13. The festival will be held in the amphitheater at Ogden’s Own Distillery. The doors will open at 5 p.m., and entrance price is $5. The Darkness in Art Festival is for ages 21 and up, and ID is required to enter.
This festival will highlight the darker side of art; some attractions include a suspension act, fire spinning, DJs, and bands. This is the first festival of its kind to be held in
Ogden.
Justin Dummar, a Weber State University alum and event promoter, is excited to show support for local talents, artists and musicians.
“We’ll be showcasing our work,” Corvus Cazier, a professional suspension artist, said. “We do leatherworking, costuming and then also performance art. So we’ll be doing a two-hook suspension … We’ll set up a frame outside, and then I’ll be piercing two eight-gauge hooks into her back, connecting to a pulley system and lifting her off the ground.”
Ogden’s Own Distillery is an award-win-
ning distiller that has created some of the most decorated liquors in the world. It won the best gin in the U.S. through the World Gin Awards and made it to the World Liqueur Awards in 2020. The distiller has also won the gold medal at the Great American International Spirits Competition.
“If everybody has a good time, then it’s successful. I don’t think success is measured so much by how many things we sell,” Dummar said. “I definitely feel like if we reach our goal of having people show up and participate and then talk about it so that we can have another event next year, then we’re successful.”
PRIMER FESTIVAL ANUAL DE
DARKNESS IN ART
Por NATHANAEL STOUT Traductor
Por TENAYA HYDE Reportero
No Name Entertainment y la destilería Ogden’s Own son los anfitriones del primer festival de la oscuridad de arte anual el trece de septiembre. El festival será en el anfiteatro en la destilería Ogden’s Own. Las puertas abrirán a las cinco de la tarde y la entrada cuesta $5. El festival es para los de edad 21 y mayor, y la identificación es requerida.
Este festival destacará el lado más oscuro del arte, con atracciones que incluye un acto de suspensión, trucos con fuego, un DJ y algunas bandas. Es el primer festival de su clase que será en Ogden.
Justin Dummar, un alumno de la universidad Weber State y promotor del evento, está emocionado de
mostrar apoyo para talentos, artistas y músicos locales.
“Demostraremos nuestras obras”, dijo Corvus Cazier, un artista profesional de suspensión. “Hacemos marroquinería, vestuario y también arte en vivo. Entonces haremos la suspensión de dos ganchos … pondremos una estructura afuera, y después perforaré la espalda de una mujer con ganchos de calibre ocho que conectan con un sistema de poleas y la levantaré del suelo”.
La destilería Ogden’s Own es una destilería premiada que ha creado algunos de los licores más condecorados del mundo. Ganó el premio de mejor ginebra de los EE.UU. del World Gin Awards y estuvo presente en los World Liqueur Awards en 2020. La destilería también ha ganado el premio de oro del Great American International Spirits Competition.
“Si todos disfrutan el tiempo, entonces fue un éxito. No creo que el éxito se mida mayormente por la
cantidad de cosas que vendamos”, dijo Dummar. “Por cierto siento que si alcanzamos nuestra meta de tener suficiente asistentes que participan y después hablan del evento para que podamos tener otro evento el próximo año, será un éxito”.
Para más información, se puede visitar el sitio web de la destilería o la página de Facebook del festival de la oscuridad de arte.
“El festival es para cualquier persona que aprecia la música viva, el arte en vivo, la oportunidad de ver vendedores distintos como el mercado de agricultores, donde se puede ver cosas más eclécticas que son creados y disponibles para comprar, y también cualquiera que quiere absorber la final pizca de tiempo de hacer eventos afuera antes de la temporada fría”, dijo Christian Miconi, un alumno de Weber State y coordinador de eventos y las redes sociales para la destilería.
For more information, visit Ogden’s Own Distillery’s website or the Darkness in Art Festival’s Facebook page.
“The festival is for anybody that appreciates live music, appreciates the performing arts, somebody that appreciates going to different vendors, the farmer’s market, where you get to see more eclectic things that people create and are for purchase, and really anybody that’s trying to just soak up the last little bit of doing events outside before the cold season,” Christian Miconi, a Weber State alum and social media/event coordinator for the distillery, said.
A promotional poster for the Darkness in Art Festival at Ogden’s Own Distillery Amphitheater on Friday the 13.
TEEN LIVING CENTER TO OPEN IN LAYTON
By ISAAC TANNER Reporter
Davis School District is set to open a new teen living center in September. The teen centers will provide housing for students in need, but they serve as more than just a shelter.
“Teen centers provide students with a safe place to shower, do laundry, study, receive one-on-one assistance from family service workers and access critical resources,” according to the Davis School District website.
Academic success has long been connected to students’ lives outside the classroom. Without these programs, students in need would have to scramble for basic necessities or simply go without them.
“By providing these services, teen centers contribute to higher graduation rates, academic success and better preparation for post-secondary experiences,” according
to the Davis Education Foundation’s FAQ page.
Although not the first of its kind, the new Layton facility will cover students attending Davis High School and Farmington High School who didn’t previously have coverage. It can be visited at 575 S Fort Ln. when construction is finished.
The services are for anyone who needs support; students don’t have to get to the point of homelessness before reaching out.
There are many ways to contribute to these programs. You can donate directly to the Davis Education Foundation website and even donate your tax returns. If you have extra clothes, food or hygiene products, you can donate them to help keep up the stores. They’re also in need of paper towels, reusable bags and pillows.
Education initiatives of all kinds can benefit from grants and government partnerships. These initiatives can be supported by community votes and other support.
The continued success of this program and others like it helps grow the space. This specific facility is for students in need in Layton. But it was made possible with
continued local support by everyday people who want to see their students thrive. When we support education programs that are proven to work, everyone benefits.
The Davis County Teen Living Center is nearing completion.
BEERS, BRATS AND ‘BASIN: NORTHERN UTAH CELEBRATES OKTOBERFEST
Story and Photos By AJ HANDLEY Photographer
On Sept. 7, hidden within the Wasatch mountains, local Utah patrons enjoyed a festival of beer, music and games as Snowbasin celebrated its fourth week of Oktoberfest, also known as SnowWiesn.
As the air was filled with live music and the smell of bratwurst, guests participated in some of the many activities, including Stein holding competitions, cornhole and Gelande Quaffing, a traditional game of sliding beer steins across a table. Guests could also ride the gondola up the mountain to enjoy scenic views from Needles Lodge.
Some patrons could be seen in traditional Bavarian attire such as Lederhosen and Dirndl dresses.
Also in attendance were vendors with a wide array of handmade crafts and snacks, as well as breweries ready to fill guests’ mugs and steins. The Oktoberfest festival also prides itself on being dog-friendly, however a leash is still required.
Entry to Snowbasin’s Oktoberfest can be obtained with a $10 day pass, or a $29 pass to ride the Gondola. SnowWiesn will continue every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. until Oct. 6.
TOP: Needles Lodge provides food, restrooms, and other amenities atop the mountain.
BOTTOM LEFT: Gordon Greenwood plays a guitar solo for the crowd.
BOTTOM RIGHT: One of the two finalists of the Mens Stein holding competition in the final moments of the game.
TOP: Outside Needles Lodge, a beautiful view of the Snow Basin and Pineview Reservoir.
BOTTOM LEFT: A couple takes in the scenic view from the top of the Needles Gondola.
BOTTOM CENTER: Bratwurst is among the many german dishes available at the Snowbasin lodge.
BOTTOM RIGHT: One competitor almost misses catching his stein during the “Galande Quaffing” or stein sliding competition.
EL NORTE DE UTAH CELEBRA OKTOBERFEST
Traducido Por NELLY HERNANDEZ TEJADA
Traductor
Fotos e Historia Por AJ Handley
Fotógrafo
El 7 de septiembre, entre las montañas Wasatch, los aficionados locales de Utah disfrutaron de un festival de cerveza, música y juegos con la celebración de Snowbasin de su cuarta semana de Oktoberfest, también conocida como SnowWiesn.
Mientras el aire se llenaba de música y olor a bratwurst, los invitados participaron en algunas de las actividades, como competiciones de Stein holding, cornhole y Gelande Quaffing, un juego tradicional de pasar jarras de cerveza por una mesa. Los invitados también pudieron subir en góndola por la montaña para disfrutar de hermosas vistas desde Needles Lodge.
Algunos se vestían con ropa tradicional de Baviera, como Lederhosen y Dirndl.
También asistieron vendedores con una gran selección de productos artesanales y comida para picar, y cervecerías para llenar las tazas y jarras. El Oktoberfest se distingue también por permitir la entrada de perros, aunque se requiere llevar correa.
La entrada a Oktoberfest de Snowbasin puede obtenerse con un pase de día por $10, o con un pase de $29 para subir a la Góndola. SnowWiesn continuará cada sábado y domingo desde las 12 del mediodía hasta las 6 de la tarde hasta el 6 de octubre.
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TOP: The Needles gondola provides scenic transportation up the mountain.
BOTTOM LEFT: Blues and cover band Gordon Greenwood and The Hurt perform on stage, while a young spectator offers a snack.
BOTTOM RIGHT: The Mens Masskrugstemmen or Stein holding competition begins.
TOP LEFT: Many festival-goers enjoy lawn games like cornhole.
MIDDLE LEFT: Homemade birdhouses for sale by a local vendor.
BOTTOM LEFT: Shaded benches provide cool, comfy seating to watch the events and eat.
TOP RIGHT: Plenty of space in the field, as attendees are encouraged to bring tents and chairs to comfortably watch the music and games.
MIDDLE RIGHT: A competitor catches a stein mid air and takes a gulp.
BOTTOM RIGHT: Two dogs greet each other.
HUNGRY FOR SOLUTIONS: FOOD RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS
By HAMPUS IVARSSON Reporter
Many students today have the challenge of choosing what to eat based on the food they can afford. College students are subject to targeted ads for meal plans. However, options like these aren’t always the most cost friendly and nutritious alternative.
“Time is money, so saving money on your food takes time,” Samantha Hill, Weber State University nutrition instructor and registered dietician, said. “The best thing to do is meal prep. A bag of dried beans can help with multiple nutritious meals, but it takes time to prepare … Another example would be making your own bread.”
Many students face food insecurity at Weber State. In a 2022 Utah Systems of Higher Education survey, titled “Food Security Survey of Higher Education Students in Utah,” 38.8% of students were food insecure within the last year, and 21.1% of students experienced “very low” food security.
Weber State offers a food pantry that is open to all students and is accessible without application or prior approval. The food pantry is located in the Stewart Library. The Weber Cares Pantry states on its website that students can come once a week to pick up a
bag of food and once a month for a pack of hygiene products.
“The Weber Cares Program has strived to increase healthy eating options, decrease food insecurity and increase students’ ability to stay in school and finish their degrees,” Weber State says on its website.
Hill said meal planning can be a cost-effective way to eat while adhering to healthy dietary guidelines.
“The biggest thing is don’t pay money for a meal plan,” Hill said. “There are free options online like ChooseMyPlate. This is good for anyone and doesn’t cost. Any meal plan you choose to follow should contain a good balance of carbs, fat and protein.”
ChooseMyPlate is a resource where individuals can find meal plans to fit their needs, as well as get educated about how a meal plan works and how to build nutritious meals. However, regardless of free meal planning tools, students continue to run into the problem of food prices.
“I usually meal prep for the week, and I used to buy ingredients; the same things would cost $70-$100, but now when I go shopping, it’s more like $120-$160,” Weber student Akanskha Singh said. “It’s too expensive, and I have dietary restrictions, so I can’t use the food pantry.”
TOP RIGHT: A spread of various dishes laid out on top of a table. BOTTOM RIGHT: A photo of a shopper picking through fresh produce. BOTTOM LEFT: A shopper looking through their grocery list as they go down the aisles shopping for groceries.
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