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SPORT SHOT! July 2016
Vol. 3 Issue 6
For the athlete in all of us
TIME OUT FEATURE HR’s second baseman Olivia Mennig reflects on winning States, again Page 5
WB DUATHLON Athletes run, bike, run through Wilkes-Barre, Hanover Township Pages 10-11
SPRING SOCCER Intramural teams open spring season to keep players active, learning Page 19
FOCUSED ON THE ZONE
Senior Spotlight: Brigid Wood, Coughlin, page 3 District 16 All-Stars LL Tournament kicks off, pages 4-5
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Editor’s Note: Fighting for a Cause There are a bunch of races available every weekend in NEPA. Some races have been around for decades and are so well known they bring out 500+ people. Other races are just getting off the ground. No matter what the race is called or what organization it benefits, there is always a story behind it. I feel like a lot of times, the stories aren’t shared. Donn’s Dash is the NEPA Run for ALS. The inaugural race was held last June and the second event wrapped last weekend. Donn’s Dash will always hold a special place in my running heart because it was the first 5K I ran after training with the Wyoming Valley Lady Striders. I worked so hard to prepare for the race and was so proud of my time. Donn’s Dash is also special to me because of the people who organized it. I work in the same office as the event coordinators so I’m able to watch first hand what they put in to making this race a success. These people care so much about this cause, and the family of Donn Schmidt, for whom the
race was named after. I witnessed that in the months, weeks, days leading up to the run. While I wasn’t able to run the 5K this year, I’m happy the team had such a great turn out for the second consecutive year. Over 100 runners made their way through the summer heat to help bring awareness and raise money for ALS research. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord. Approximately 5,600 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with ALS each year and the life expectancy of an ALS patient averages about two to five years from the time of diagnosis. Donn lost his battle to ALS about three years after the original diagnosis. The Donn’s Dash team wanted to honor his memory and help others suffering with this disease. Last year the event helped to raise over $15K, which could help purchase many different services to ALS patients. Kudos to the Donn’s Dash committee for another race in the books. Until next year!
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5th Annual Carol Long Memorial 5K Saturday, July 16 at 10 AM. Registration opens at 9 AM at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton School Yard in Swoyersville on race day. Funds benefit oncology prescription assistance fund for local cancer patients. Throphys and cash awards given to the top three male and female runners.Visit www. carollongmemorial5k.com for more information.
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On the cover: Back Mountain Pirates’ starting pitcher Mike Murray tosses one toward home in a game against the Rangers. Photo by Mary Bove
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Run to the Beat 5K Saturday, July 23 at 10 AM at LakeLehman High School. Registration opens at 9 AM. $20 registration fee with t-shirt. Music is a great addition to the schools, between band and chorus – music is essential. We want to help keep it alive at Lake-Lehman. For more information contact Sierra at spaztitus1@hotmail. com or 570-855-5327
Strive Triathlon Sunday, July 31 at 7 AM. With a single transition area, the race will consist of a beach start into a 1,500 meter swim, a 22.5 mile bike course and a 6.2 mile run course in Drums, PA. Check out the Facebook page for more information or how to register: www.facebook.com/StriveTriathlon
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Endure Ride Sunday, August 14 at 7:15 AM at Wilkes University. Individual and team sign-ups available. Contact Megan at megan.ilnicki@cancer.org
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SRRC Track Night Thursday, July 21 6:30 PM at Misericordia University. Rolling schedule with events of 200 – 400 – 800 – 1 mile – 5k – shotput and long jump. Contact Chris Wadas, cwadas@ misericordia.edu
Distance Running at YMCA Camp Kresge July 30 - August 4 starting at 9 AM. A scholastic cross country training camp open to all runners entering grades 7th-12th. Registration deadline: July 18. Contact Tommy Otterbine, tommyo@clubrunning.org or 570-956-5011.
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33rd Annual Bernie’s Memorial 3-Miler Monday, July 4 8:30 AM on River Street in Wilkes-Barre. Hosted by the WB YMCA with a $25 registration fee. Join the Facebook group for more information: www.facebook. com/groups/berniesrun
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Senior Spotlight: Brigid Wood By Ellen Hoffman Not many high school athletes can walk away with a District title. Coughlin’s Brigid Wood has three. The recent graduate helped capture AAA District Championships for the Coughlin Crusaders during her freshman, sophomore and senior seasons. “Winning District Championships were always a lot of fun,” she said looking back at her high school career. Not only did she prove successful on the high school stage, she was chosen for first team All-American as well as the under 19 US Team as a junior. “It was just a great experience playing with some of the best girls from all over the country and getting better as an individual,” she said. “Playing with girls that are better and just top level players really helps you to grow as an individual because it makes you push yourself to realize there are girls that are so much better than you.” Being part of the under 19 US Team lead her to Germany for her Christmas break of her junior year. “I think the entire program benefitted from going over there and competing against the Germans. They’re really good and it was such a cool experience.” Wood is taking what she’s learned so far to Boston College in the fall where she’ll join the Eagles field hockey team. She said she always knew her field hockey career would continue after high school. With her mom, Colleen Wood, the head coach at Coughlin, field hockey has always been a part of her life. “I got my first stick when I was born in the hospital, so I just kind of grew up with it.” Her mom has been coaching the Crusaders for over 20 years, so Wood attended many games before she was eligible to play. Instead, she was able to take in all the success the field hockey team made. She even idolized some of the players. “When I was little I wanted to be Heather Susek [Coughlin field hockey stand out who played for Syracuse University].” Growing up around the sport, Wood has high hopes for her collegiate career. “I think everyone wants to win a National Championship,” she said. “But I think it’s important to just make the most of it.” Wood definitely made the most of her four high school years. Aside from winning District Titles, she and her team walked away from the
2015 regular season undefeated. “Senior year was actually the only year that my mom ever had an undefeated season, so that was exciting,” she said. “We lost in the state quarterfinals to Emmaus. But senior year was cool because it was a group of girls that all grew up playing together.” The group of graduates started playing together in elementary school when Coughlin first offered a field hockey camp to students. “We’ve all been friends since like first grade but playing together since third grade. So our senior season was a long time in the making.” Wood says she’ll miss playing with the girls she grew up with but has so many memories she’ll keep with her. One memory that [literally] sticks out happened before a rival game. “During warm ups I was shooting on goal and I took one shot and cracked my stick in half right before the game was about to start,” she said. “So I had to play the game with a bunch of girls’ random sticks that they had from like junior high.” The Crusaders still won the game but that event helped Wood loosen up a bit. Some say she’s pretty focused when on the field. “On the field I’m very intense. Off the field I’m a totally different person.” Why’s that? “I like to win.” Senior Spotlight is a monthly feature that will highlight the success and determination of an upcoming 2016 high school graduate from the Wyoming Valley who excelled in athletics and is taking those skills to the collegiate level. Photo submitted by Brigid Wood.
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The Wyoming Valley Soccer Club 00Boys won the 2016 Eastern Pennsylvania President’s Cup on May 1 at the Lehigh Valley Sports Complex. The boys are heading to Maryland to compete in regional competition after this win. Pictured above front row, left to right: Josh Bent, Jaxson Montross, David Cortez, Nino Copano, Kyle Greenwood, Zach Holthaus, Edge Miller and Felipe Rocha. Back row, left to right: Coach Javier Rodriquez, Lucene Knight, Sam Saxe, Justin Timonte, Thomas Roberts, Nate Naugle, Joey Nardone, Reggie Grayek, Ken Kinsel. Photo submitted by Kim Miller.
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Back Mountain Slides Past Northwest in LL Tournament Teams compete in the first round of the District 16 All-Star Tourney; BM wins 5-4 - June 25
Northwest’s Anthony Davison attempts to lay down a bunt during the first round of the District 16 All-Star Tournament.
Back Mountain American’s second baseman Logan Paczewski (34) reacts to the call as Northwest’s Phillip Blaski (87) slides into second base.
Back Mountain American’s starting pitcher Nick Nocito delivers a pitch.
Clockwise from upper left, Back Mountain American’s third baseman Bryce Chopyak (11) is late with the tag as Northwest’s Jacob Piestrak (2) slides under the tag. Northwest’s pitcher Joseph Noss gets under an infield pop up. Northwest’s shortstop Anthony Davison catches an infield pop up against Back Mountain American. Back Mountain American’s pitcher Nick Nocito (11) is congratulated by teammate Brayden Saracino (34) after a strike out to end the inning at the District 16 All-Star Tournament. Back Mountain American’s third baseman Bryce Chopyak throws to first base. Photos by Frank Lauri
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Clockwise from above, Northwest’s second baseman Matthew Sorber makes a throw to first base. Northwest’s starting pitcher Joseph Noss delivers a pitch. Northwest’s Chase Biller swings at a pitch. Back Mountain American’s Bryce Chopyak reacts to an inside pitch.
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Donn’s Dash 5K Event Successful for Second Year The NEPA run for ALS, Donn’s Dash, hosts its second annual run in Wilkes-Barre - June 25
Mackenzie Bross, Molly Bross and Madelynne Bross do some stretching before the start of the race in Wilkes-Barre.
Donn Schmidt’s daughter and event organizer Brianne Schmidt crosses the finish line of Donn’s Dash 5K with a time of 24:02.
Nicole Wasserleber won the overall female category with a time of 20:50.
Donn Schmidt’s wife Dawn celebrates crossing the finish line at 27:06.
Eleven-year-old Alex Duffy edges Jeffrey Nelson as the race winner with a time of 19:46.
Event coordinator Tim Seigfried goes over the course and rules for the race. Clockwise from above, Dayna Cochran crosses the finish line with a time of 33:43 with Mackenzie Bross right behind. Runners, walkers and spectators get last minute instructions before the start. John Kowalski (51) and Mike Genoble (41) have some fun as they approach the finish line. Runners take off at the start of the second annual Donn’s Dash 5K. Photos by Frank Lauri
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TIME OUT with Olivia Mennig By Ellen Hoffman
Robert Carr and Jen Bross completed the one mile walk to support Donn’s Dash 5K.
Shannon Perez, Bethann DeAngelo and Rebecca Norton model their unique running gear before the race.
Lindsay Schmidt and Ryan McDonald sprint to the finish of the second annual Donn’s Dash. Both record a time of 28:54.
Alex Duffy displays his medal as the overall winner of Donn’s Dash 5K.
Clockwise from above left, runners replenish after completing Donn’s Dash 5K. Brianne Schmidt thanks everyone for their support. Donn’s Dash is an event in honor of her late father Donn Schmidt. Walkers are off to a start on River Street in Wilkes-Barre during Donn’s Dash 5K.
The Holy Redeemer softball team won it’s second consecutive State Championship last month. Second baseman, and now Royals graduate, Olivia Mennig was a part of Holy Redeemer’s three State Championship titles. The 18-year-old racked up a number of achievements during her four years on the team: 3x District 2 Softball Champion, 2x PIAA Class AA Champion, Royal Leadership Athlete Award, NFCA All-American Scholar Athlete Award. Now, she’s reflecting on her senior season and what it’s like being a back-to-back State Champ.
and focused during the rain delay? Coach Jerry had us warm up behind the left field fence for awhile and that really helped getting us loose because there was no rush. We also got to watch the Class AAA before us and that got us really excited to play. How did the team prepare for the game? Did you change anything from last years prep? We knew there was a possibility of the game being postponed this year so we were all getting frustrated with the weather but we stayed loose, drank a lot of chocolate milk and focused, just like last year.
How did you become interested in What will you softball? When miss the most I was young I about the played t-ball with team / high my brother at the school softBack Mountain ball? My team Little League. has given me Once I was old some of the best enough, my mom memories of my asked if I wanted life over the past to play softball four years. We’re and also if I wantall very close so ed her to be my leaving them is coach. I said yes hard for me, but to both of those I know they’ll questions and be back at Penn once I started State next year playing softball I knew I would Holy Redeemer second baseman Olivia Mennig. and I’ll be there to watch in the love the game for Photo by Frank Lauri stands. I consider a long time. myself very lucky to have been part of such a successful program and Describe winning back-to -back State Championships. I’ll always be a Royal at heart. It still doesn’t feel real. When we What was your favorite got the last out at the title game season or most memorable this year I didn’t feel anything moment? Winning both State because it was so surreal. To win Titles was equally as memorable one was awesome but to win two? because 2015 was my first and It’s amazing. 2016 was my last. It’s impossible to choose one over the other. Which game did you feel more pressure in? 2015 or Any advice to next years 2016? I felt a lot of pressure in team or incoming freshthis years game, 2016. In 2015 no men? High school goes by much one knew anything about us, no faster than you think, and one day one expected a thing from us. But there won’t be anymore softball this year we were State Champs so make sure you appreciate every and people expected to see us again. I think that’s what caused the second of it. Never take the ability to play for granted because it really most pressure, the expectations is special. Good luck next year, we set for ourselves. have fun and hit some tomatoes. How did you stay loose
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King’s College Offers Summer Tennis Training Camp
All ages welcome to three training sessions with King’s College tennis coach, players - June 20
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The Cavanaugh’s Grille College Scholarship was presented to a senior Crestwood High School basketball player who will further his education upon graduation. This scholarship was established to honor Jean Cavanaugh Foley. Jean is the mother of Kevin Foley, who is the former owner of Cavanaugh’s Grille. This is the 11th scholarship presented to a player. This years recipient was Robbie Hopkins. Pictured are Kevin Foley, Robbie Hopkins and Coach Mark Atherton. Photo submitted by Dawn Marie Chalk.
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Athletes Kick Off Father’s Day in Duathlon Competition Over 100 athletes participate in the 2016 Wilkes-Barre Duathlon - June 19
Athletes gather for the announcement of the race rules on Public Square in Wilkes-Barre.
Runners head towards the Market Street Bridge for the first run of 3.1 miles.
Clockwise from above, Bob Kerestes, of Team Snowdon, maneuvers his bike to begin the 16 mile ride.
Kenny Quigley, of Dunmore, gives a thumbs up as he crosses the finish line as the overall winner of the 2016 Wilkes-Barre Duathlon with a time of 1:18:52.1.
Kelly Adamshick, of Dallas, crosses the finish line as the female winner of the 2016 Wilkes-Barre Duathlon with a time of 1:32:30.1.
Ann Zoranski, of Swoyersville, transitions to her bike.
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Kevin Bonham, of Scott Township, transitions to his bike for the 16 mile ride of the Duathlon.
Two-year-old Ryder Adamschick waits to cheer on her mom and dad, Michael and Kelly Adamschick.
Stephanie McCole, of Wilkes-Barre, and daughter of triathlete Con McCole, starts her watch for the last leg.
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Race director Rob Gould (left) coordinates with race volunteer Steve Taren before the start of the 2016 Wilkes-Barre Duathlon.
Clockwise from top left, a member from Team Klink transitions to his bike for the 16 mile ride of the Wilkes-Barre Duathlon. Sean Robbins, of Shavertown, transitions to his bike for the 16 mile ride of the WB Duathlon. WVW student Madison Woods sings the National Anthem before the start of the Duathlon. Sean Robbins goes over the rules before the star of the race. Joe Soprano, of Hanover Township, pushes his bike to begin the 16 mile ride for the 2016 Wilkes-Barre Duathlon. Timmy Samec, of Drums, dismounts his bike after the 16 mile ride during the Duathlon. Anah Bozentka, of Kingston, starts the last portion of the Duathlon.
A member of Team Kisenwether is the first finisher of the 3.1 mile run.
Race director Rob Gould gives the signal for the official start of the Duathlon.
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Misericordia Hosts Summer Youth Basketball Camp Local athletes learn key basketball techniques and sportsmanship at Cougar’s camp - June 16
Iris Hobsontomascik takes soft touches on the ball.
Jimmy Lyons takes a shot while playing King of the Court at camp.
Eliana Parra dribbles the ball under her legs in Misericordia University’s gymnasium.
Daniel Jones, left, dribbles the ball during a drill at camp.
Nolan Hedglin does a lay up during the Misericordia basketball camp.
Assistant Coach Sean Rossi, center, demonstrates how to do a crossover as the campers practice along with him.
Clockwise from left, Savina Evanosky tosses a shot during a layup drill. Campers stretch at the start of camp in Misercordia University’s gymnasium. Lexi Kostoff gets ready to shoot during King of the Court, a game the campers played during the morning session of camp. Theresa Khoudary, left, tries to tag Ekta Arora during a game of Hungarian Ball Tag at camp. Photos by Mary Bove
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Campers participate in dribbling drills as the camp counselors watch on. Lukas Sheare, right, attempts to knock the ball out of Derek Rizzo’s hands during a camp drill. Payton Parker looks to pass the ball during Hungarian Ball Tag. Benecio Carpentier, left, and Robby Mercado dribble between cones in Misericordia University’s gym. Campers get instructions before the next drill at Misericordia’s basketball camp.
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Dallas Hosts Summer Fun Youth Softball League The Thunder, Waves teams from the Back Mountain play in friendly evening game - June 9
Alexis Hudak, of the BMT Waves, runs to first base after grounding a ball.
Kayla Whilden, of the BMT Waves, passes to second base.
BMT Thunder’s Cassidy Alaimo makes it safely to home plate with the BMT Wave’s Ashley Hudak close behind.
Left to right, BMT Thunder’s Kate Dautrich bats during the first inning. BMT Thunder’s Lily Spencer connects with the ball during the first inning at the Back Mountain Fields in Dallas. BMT Thunder’s Kate Dautrich tosses the ball to first base. BMT Thunder’s Gracie James misses the catch as BMT Wave’s Kathryn Morgan makes it safely to third base.
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Ashley Hudak, of the BMT Waves, moves to pass the ball to first base to make the play.
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Gracie James, of the BMT Thunder, eyes up her teammate, looking to make a play at first base.
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Kate Dautrich, of the BMT Thunder, moves to block a ground ball in Dallas.
Cassidy Alaimo, of the BMT Thunder, is called safe at first base as the BMT Wave’s Ashley Hudak catches the ball. BMT Wave’s Ashley Hudak tries to make the play at first as BMT Thunder’s Lexi Berecin is safe. BMT Thunder’s Cassidy Alaimo warms up with her teammates in Dallas. Gracie James, of the BMT Thunder, arrives safely at first base as BMT Wave’s Ashley Hudak watches the ball. Addie Morgan, of the BMT Waves, lines up her stance and keeps her eye on the ball in Dallas. Alexis Angelovic, of the BMT Waves, swings at a pitch from the BMT Thunder. Photos by Mary Bove
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Back Mountain Rangers Sail Past Pirates in 9-6 Win
Youth baseball teams from Dallas compete in close game on home field - June 9
Brian Osipower, of the Pirates, warms up with his teammates before the start of the second inning.
Pirates’ JR Redmond fist bumps with Coach Chuck Yungman after making it to third base against the Rangers.
Ben Fenster, of the Rangers, looks to make a play from the outfield of the Back Mountain Fields in Dallas.
Nick Nocito, of the Rangers, pitches against the Back Mountain Pirates.
Clockwise from top left, Dustin Shawer, of the Rangers, warms up as his teammates watch on. Pirates’ Brian Kwak connects with a pitch. Rangers’ Jude Nocito warms up in the 4th. Pirates’ Aiden Burkhardt tags out Rangers’ Graydon Finarelli at home plate. Pirates’ JR Redmond watches the play from the dugout. Photos by Mary Bove
Pirates’ Mike Battin is tagged out by Rangers’ Brayden Saracino.
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Clockwise from left, Pirates’ Aiden Burkhardt (left) Bryce Chopyak (right) make a play from the outfield during the second inning. Brady Rosencrans, of the Rangers, eyes up the ball. Rangers’ Jude Nocito looks to the umpire for the call as Pirates’ Gavin Adamski is called safe at second base. Pirates’ Mike Battin considers swinging at an outside pitch. Pirates’ Gavin Adamski rounds the base as Rangers’ Brady Rosencrans watches the ball.
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Susquehanna River Runners Club Hosts 4th Annual Race Local runners come out in the summer heat for annual 2-mile race in Swoyersville - June 11
Racers at the SRRC 2-miler race take off from the starting line in Swoyersville.
Michael Thomas, of Drums, celebrates crossing the finish line in Swoyersville.
Kyle Supancic, of Shavertown, takes off from the start with the group.
Clockwise from upper left, the Elite Spine & Sports Team crosses the finish line after the 1 mile walk. Forty Fort’s Jeffery Skwierz finishes first at the SRRC 2-miler with a time of 9:41. Marjorie Adams, of Dallas, stops her watch as she crosses the finish line in Swoyersville. Hanover Township’s Caitlyn Bly fastens her bib. Elite Spine & Sport members prep for the race.
Len Van Orden, of Covington Township, finished 10th overall.
Clockwise from upper left, Nicole Joseph, of Mountain Top, breezes to the finish. Hazleton’s Brent Edwards finishes second overall with a time of 10:18. Ann and Anthony Verbyla, of Tunkhannock, cross the finish line together outside of Murphy’s Pub in Swoyersville. Kelsey Cameron, of Pringle, is the third place female finisher and 7th overall finisher of the event with a time of 12:25. Shickshinny’s Josey Rupert finishes 4th overall and the second place female finisher with a time of 11:30. Photos by Caitlin Hargrave
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Spring Soccer Season Heats Up in Summer Sweat Local intramural teams keep in shape during spring training season - June 4
The Jaguars huddle together for a group picture after the game in Kingston.
Clockwise from left, West Side United player takes a throw in. West Side United goalie looks for an open teammate. Jaguar’s Sarah Crawford keeps the ball away from the West Side United defense. West Side United player takes the ball out of the defensive zone as Jaguar’s Sophia DePolo puts on pressure. The West Side United team poses for a picture at the end of the game.
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Jaguar’s Kayla Lettieri moves down the field toward the goal.
Lydia Vivian, of the Jaguars, dribbles the ball down the field at Church Street Park.
Natalie Vincelli, of the Jaguars, puts pressure on the West Side United team.
Jaguar’s Cheyanna Snyder takes a direct kick as West Side United defends.
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