The Anoka-Ramsey women’s volleyball team is off to a slow start. On the afternoon of Saturday October 10th, the Golden Rams were defeated by Riverland Community College in three straight games.
Despite the result looking as if it wasn’t much of a match, the Rams played Riverland very close in all three games that they did lose. They lost by final scores of 21-25, 22-25, and 24-26. Megan Helmrichs had a good day serving the ball as she collected six aces. Therefore, it is worth noting that it was a highly competitive matchup but the Rams were unable to make the big plays when they needed them. Coach Ashley Olson even went as far as saying that it was maybe the best team effort they have had the entire season. This now puts the Rams at a 4-13 record on the season.
At first glance most would view this season as a disappointment but what many don’t know is that the Rams had only six players on the team last year, just enough to field a team. One player returned and the other ten are all playing their first year of college volleyball. Coach Olson said, “We really want to gain some notoriety for the program. The fact we brought in ten new players make me hopeful even more will come next year and for even more years to come.”
Although on paper the Rams own a less than impressive record, they are very optimistic about their team’s future. The team is very confident in the amount of talent they have but their toughest obstacle has been their collective inexperience at the college level. Ten of the team’s 11 players are freshman and the only second year player on the team has been battling a knee injury throughout the season. It is even coach Ashley Olson’s first year as a head coach at the college level.
When I spoke to the team’s student manager Mitch Minnig, he made it quite apparent that the team feels as if they are getting better as the season goes on. “At this point, we know we probably won’t advance this year but we continue to improve and I think the team could go as far as the State Tournament next year,” said Minnig. Angy Gavere, another team manager, said that the team does have the talent to compete for a conference title. “It all depends on how hard they want to work for it next season,” said Gavere.
The loss to Ridgewater was the team’s last game at home. The season will conclude on Wednesday, October 14th on the road against St. Cloud Technical College. Although the Rams have been mathematically eliminated from making the playoffs, the team appears poised to put together a successful 2010 season.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
It's early, but Wild already in deep hole
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After losing five straight road games out west, the Minnesota Wild find themselves in a deep hole. For the season, they are 1-6. They now are experiencing difficulty selling tickets for the first time in franchise history. However, the Wild are adjusting to a new coach, new players, and new philosophys. The entire franchise is hopeful they will get better as the season continues.
After losing five straight road games out west, the Minnesota Wild find themselves in a deep hole. For the season, they are 1-6. They now are experiencing difficulty selling tickets for the first time in franchise history. However, the Wild are adjusting to a new coach, new players, and new philosophys. The entire franchise is hopeful they will get better as the season continues.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Former pro wrestler dies at 76
Louis Vincent Albano, more widely known as "Captain" Lou Albano, died of natural causes in Westchester County of suburban New York.
Albano is considered to be one of the founding fathers of modern professional wrestling. His showmanship in the ring entertained his fans for nearly five decades but was most famous in the 80s. He also is widely know for his appearance in Cyndi Lauper's "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" music video. The appearance earned him consideration of being a music video icon by many music fans.
His versatility in the entertainment industry paved the way for many others of his profession to become involved in more than just wrestling. David O'Hannon, pro wrestler and friend of Albano said, "When the Captain hit the screen with the video, it gave us a whole new audience. Things just skyrocketed."
Albano was born on July 29th, 1933 in Rome. He and his family moved to the U.S. and live in Mount Vernon, NY. He was survived by his wife, Geri, four children and 14 grandchildren.
Albano is considered to be one of the founding fathers of modern professional wrestling. His showmanship in the ring entertained his fans for nearly five decades but was most famous in the 80s. He also is widely know for his appearance in Cyndi Lauper's "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" music video. The appearance earned him consideration of being a music video icon by many music fans.
His versatility in the entertainment industry paved the way for many others of his profession to become involved in more than just wrestling. David O'Hannon, pro wrestler and friend of Albano said, "When the Captain hit the screen with the video, it gave us a whole new audience. Things just skyrocketed."
Albano was born on July 29th, 1933 in Rome. He and his family moved to the U.S. and live in Mount Vernon, NY. He was survived by his wife, Geri, four children and 14 grandchildren.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Body found on river island near Red Wing
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The remains of a man who has been missing since March were found on an island on the Mississippi River near Trenton, Wis. Hunters found the body of Robert More while hunting Sunday morning near Red Wing. Dental records confirmed his identity. Authorities believe he fell off his houseboat and drowned.
The remains of a man who has been missing since March were found on an island on the Mississippi River near Trenton, Wis. Hunters found the body of Robert More while hunting Sunday morning near Red Wing. Dental records confirmed his identity. Authorities believe he fell off his houseboat and drowned.
Sam Brand has a hobby: helping
Sam Brand, a sixteen year old student at Princeton High School, doesn’t have a hobby most teenagers would have. In my brief interview with her I learned more about it. Through a program called KPSS, she spends her spare time helping others who have been through emotional distress.
The informal program was introduced to her by her friend Kyle Prescott. Sam has been involved in the program for nine months now and most appreciates all of the people the program has allowed her to meet and establish friendships with. Although she is still considered to be in training, Sam made it clear that the program has become a large part of her life.
The program began when Kyle and his friend Spencer had teamed up in an effort to make their lives more meaningful and not take anything in life for granted. They soon recruited more people to join this program. KPSS now consists of several members. Sam insists that “there is nothing more satisfying and rewarding than helping someone through a hard time.”
One thing Sam made clear was how the other members of KPSS have inspired her to not take life for granted. Most notably her friend Kyle, who had given her a very powerful speech highlighting that very idea when she was new to KPSS.
Sam now maintains that she lives a happier life because of the ideals that were instilled in her through the program. “I know that I try not to take anything for granted.”
The informal program was introduced to her by her friend Kyle Prescott. Sam has been involved in the program for nine months now and most appreciates all of the people the program has allowed her to meet and establish friendships with. Although she is still considered to be in training, Sam made it clear that the program has become a large part of her life.
The program began when Kyle and his friend Spencer had teamed up in an effort to make their lives more meaningful and not take anything in life for granted. They soon recruited more people to join this program. KPSS now consists of several members. Sam insists that “there is nothing more satisfying and rewarding than helping someone through a hard time.”
One thing Sam made clear was how the other members of KPSS have inspired her to not take life for granted. Most notably her friend Kyle, who had given her a very powerful speech highlighting that very idea when she was new to KPSS.
Sam now maintains that she lives a happier life because of the ideals that were instilled in her through the program. “I know that I try not to take anything for granted.”
Monday, October 5, 2009
Man charged in NE Minneapolis car wash killing
Authorities have charged 21-year-old Kelvin Jerome Roberts for second-degree murder in the killing of a man at a car wash in Northeast Minneapolis. Allegedly, Roberts, his cousin and another man had set up a drug deal with Gerald Dwayne Brookings. When they arrived they attempted to rob him and ended up shooting Brookings in the chest before speeding off in a white Cadillac.
Local woman suffers several injuries on bicycle
Marsha L. Taylor was released from the hospital two days ago after being seriously injured in a bicycling accident. Although she says her accident is a bit “hazy”, she does remember being struck by a vehicle from behind which sent her flying off her bike. Taylor suffered many injuries including a mild concussion, a broken neck, six broken ribs, a broken arm and a broken pelvis.
Although her sustained injuries weren’t anything the doctors didn’t think they could control, they were still worried. Taylor noted that they were especially concerned about the broken neck. “One doctor said I had what they call a hangman’s fracture. She said it was a miracle that I wasn’t paralyzed.”
Despite the luck of not being paralyzed, the recovery was not smooth at first. Once she began rehabbing, the doctors discovered she had suffered several internal injuries as well. Her intestine was perforated and her liver and gall bladder were injured. The injuries even caused her skin to start turning a bright orange color. Taylor acknowledged “for that, I probably would have been out in two months instead of four.”
Taylor has been bicycling since college and since she graduated she has become more serious about her hobby. The accident occurred two weeks after she returned from a bicycle tour across the United States. The previous spring, she rode in the annual Governors Bicycle Tour which goes around the state.
When asked if the accident has changed were attitude on cycling Taylor responded with a direct “No.” “If I could, I’d be out there right now.” She said that if you take precautions and are careful, bicycling is pretty safe. She said the main precaution cyclists need to take is protective clothing, especially the helmet. “I never ride unless I have my helmet. It probably saved my life.”
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Although her sustained injuries weren’t anything the doctors didn’t think they could control, they were still worried. Taylor noted that they were especially concerned about the broken neck. “One doctor said I had what they call a hangman’s fracture. She said it was a miracle that I wasn’t paralyzed.”
Despite the luck of not being paralyzed, the recovery was not smooth at first. Once she began rehabbing, the doctors discovered she had suffered several internal injuries as well. Her intestine was perforated and her liver and gall bladder were injured. The injuries even caused her skin to start turning a bright orange color. Taylor acknowledged “for that, I probably would have been out in two months instead of four.”
Taylor has been bicycling since college and since she graduated she has become more serious about her hobby. The accident occurred two weeks after she returned from a bicycle tour across the United States. The previous spring, she rode in the annual Governors Bicycle Tour which goes around the state.
When asked if the accident has changed were attitude on cycling Taylor responded with a direct “No.” “If I could, I’d be out there right now.” She said that if you take precautions and are careful, bicycling is pretty safe. She said the main precaution cyclists need to take is protective clothing, especially the helmet. “I never ride unless I have my helmet. It probably saved my life.”
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