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Kemp-backed bill would axe many end-of-year tests By Beau Evans Staff Writer Capitol Beat News Service

ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp unveiled legislation Tuesday that would reduce the number of standardized tests public school students must take in Georgia and untie the link between scores earned on those

exams to their final grades. The changes figure into the governor’s push to roll back some standardized tests instituted over the past decade, both at the federal and state levels. Kemp’s announcement followed a series of meetings last fall with teachers who raised concerns over the rigor of the state’s standard-

ized tests. At a news conference Tuesday, Kemp said the testing changes aim to ease the amount stress put on students, teachers and parents. He said the tests do not best reflect student learning progress and place a “substantial burden” on teachers who already have heavy workloads. “When you look at the big pic-

ture, it’s clear,” Kemp said. “Georgia just tests too much.” Four tests would be yanked from the roster of exams Georgia high schoolers have to take. Another test in social studies would be nixed for fifth graders. Tests to be eliminated would include American literature, geometry, physical science and economics.

Kemp’s legislation would also give the Georgia Board of Education “flexibility” to decide whether end-of-the-year exams would affect a student’s final grade in a course. The tests would also have to be given sometime within the last five weeks of the school year instead of See TESTS, A7

Schrader to go on trial alone Kramer enters Alford plea in computer trespassing case

By Curt Yeomans curt.yeomans@gwinnettdailypost.com

Staff Photos: Taylor Denman

Beauty P. Baldwin, center, and Gwinnett County officials mark the renaming of the county’s elections office by cutting a ribbon in front of the building on Tuesday in Lawrenceville.

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Remodeled elections office named after Gwinnett trailblazer

Gwinnett County Superior Court Judge Kathryn Schrader will go on trial alone next week on charges of computer trespassing. Ed Kramer, the last of the three co-defendants indicted alongside Schrader last fall, entered an Alford plea — which allows a defendant to enter a plea without admitting any guilt — during a hearing on Monday morning. “We filed a couple of motions Kathryn which will be withdrawn in light Schrader of the negotiated Alford plea on one count of computer trespassing,” Kramer’s attorney, Stephen Reba, told Judge David Sweat during a motions hearing. Kramer, who co-founded DragonCon but has not been affiliated with the convention in several years, received a sentence of 10 years of Ed Kramer probation for one count of computer trespassing while the other counts of that crime were dropped. Kramer could have faced jail time if a jury convicted him of any, or all, of the three computer trespassing charges that had been filed against him.

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The newly renovated, more spacious Gwinnett County Voter Registration and Elections Building was described cleverly by Gwinnett County Commission Chairman Charlotte Nash. “The building and its interior is a beauty,” Nash said. Just like the person it’s named after. In her seat nearby, Beauty P. Baldwin beamed before a packed room at the newly renamed Gwinnett County Voter Registration and Elections Beauty P. Baldwin Elections Building. Though she’d know for more than a year it would happen, she was still humbled on Tuesday. She was surprised to receive an award at Gwinnett’s bicentennial celebration as one of Gwinnett County’s trailblazers in December 2018. Minutes later, Nash announced to the crowd at Infinite Energy Center that the county’s renovated elections building would be named after her. “I just lost it,” Baldwin said. “Could not believe it.” Tuesday’s ribbon cutting at the Gwinnett County Voter Registration and Elections building is sort of a punctuation on a career in education and civil service that spans nearly 60 years. Bald-

Police investigating man found dead at Snellville intersection By Chamian Cruz chamian.cruz@gwinnettdailypost.com

Beauty P. Baldwin, right, greets friends in front of the Gwinnett County Elections Office on Tuesday. for the job at Buford City Schools. After her retirement from education, she was appointed to the Board of Elections in ♦♦Visit us online at www.gwinnettdailypost.com for more 1997 and has served there ever since. photos from the ribbon cutting event. Baldwin, who said she is eying retirement from the Gwinnett County Board of Elections after being a member for 23 win was both the first black person and years, said she gets fulfillment looking the first woman named superintendent in Georgia in 1984 when she was hired See BEAUTY, A7

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Commissioner Fosque to host voting education event By Chamian Cruz chamian.cruz@ gwinnettdailypost.com

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Gwinnett County District 4 Commissioner Marlene Fosque is hosting a community engagement event on voter education this week. The event will help answer

election-related questions, feature demonstrations of two sets of the state’s new voting equipment, as well as allow residents to interact with the new equipment. It will take place Thursday from 6:308:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. “We have three big elections coming up this year, and it’s crucial that people un-

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derstand the electoral process,” Fosque said. “This event is intended to help familiarize people with the voting process and to encourage people to participate in our democracy.” Gwinnett County Voter Registrations and Elections staff and a representative from the Secretary of State’s office will cover topics including provisional ballots, absentee and advance voting, and navi-

gating the Secretary of State’s My Voter Page website. Additionally, new voters will be able to register with staff in the GJAC breezeway, and registered voters will be able to make any needed name and/or address changes. Those interested in getting involved in elections can learn about how to apply for positions as paid poll officials. No registration is necessary for this event.

Commissioners give Rest Haven OK to de-annex part of the city By Curt Yeomans curt.yeomans@ gwinnettdailypost.com

The Gwinnett County city that doesn’t want to be a city is getting a little smaller. County commissioners signed off on a request from the city of Rest Haven to de-annex 8.11 acres of land in the city on Tuesday. The commercially-zoned property, which is located along Buford Highway, will become part of unincorporated Gwinnett. Rest Haven officials ap-

proved the de-annexation in early December, but it required approval from the Board of Commissioners before it could officially happen. “The parcel is currently zoned C-1 and is developed with a now vacated auto repair facility,” Gwinnett County Planning and Development Director Kathy Holland told commissioners. “Should the board consider this approval, the zoning (for the land as part of) unincorporated Gwinnett County will remain as C-1.”

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The de-annexation is the latest in an ongoing shrinking of Rest Haven. The city is an interesting case in metro Atlanta, an area that has seen the creation of several new cities in the first two decades of the 21st century. Rest Haven has been trying, unsuccessfully, for nearly two decades to stop being a city and has gradually let the city of Buford absorb several portions of the smaller city’s land. It is now mostly relegated to one side of Buford Highway and is surrounded by Buford. Maps presented to the county commission show the newly de-annexed land is split into three spots, and only one of those spots is adjacent to land that is already part of Buford.

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From staff reports Five businesses at the Hamilton Plaza shopping center in Dacula sustained varying degrees of damage after a fire broke out in one of the businesses early Sunday morning. Gwinnett Firefighter Lt. Justin Wilson said the fire at the shopping center, which is located on the 1300 block of Auburn Road, began in Logan’s Boutique and affected adjacent businesses. Logan’s Boutique was completely destroyed by the fire, which was noticed and called in by a police officer at 4:36 a.m. Firefighters arrived at the scene at 4:41 a.m. “A Gwinnett County police officer doing routine patrol in the area noticed smoke and flames coming

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Hygiene and vaccination go hand in hand to combat flu

EAR DR. ROACH: There are a lot of flu cases in my state, and people are very worried. My mom, a retired nurse, says that I should wash my hands several times a day for at least 20 seconds each time, including under my nails, between my fingers, and the backs of my hands, Roach because that will also prevent colds and other respiratory illnesses. She had to do this before entering an operating room, but this seems like overkill otherwise. Won’t a flu shot take care of any problem? — P.L.L. ANSWER: Both handwashing and the flu vaccine provide some, but incomplete, protection against the flu. Hand-washing, done properly, can reduce the risk of developing flu by about half. That means washing your hands before and after contact with any person who might have flu; i.e., everyone. That’s an awful lot of handwashing if you are interacting with a lot of people. Fortunately, hand sanitizers are effective and easier than the correct and effective handwashing technique your mother taught you. Still, handwashing is necessary periodically, as your hands start to feel sticky after using hand sanitizers too much. You should also wash after using the bathroom or eating. The flu shot is also partially effective at reducing flu risk. At the time of this writing, there is not an interim analysis of the effectiveness of this year’s flu shot: Last year it was about 47% effective. The combination of careful hand hygiene and a flu shot might provide up to 75% protection against the flu. Unfortunately, there is nothing that is 100% effective if you get exposed, and nearly all of us potentially get exposed during flu season. DEAR DR. ROACH: A couple of years ago a sports medicine doctor diagnosed pain in my right knee as chondrocalcinosis. I had never heard of this previously. He told me there was no surgical solution. I do rub Voltaren 2.32% (brand name, which I get from Mexico) on my knee when it is flaring with pain, which does help. The pain is especially bad when I am on my knees doing work around the house. I am 77 years old and otherwise in pretty good health. Why is Voltaren only available as 1% in the U.S.? — O.D. ANSWER: Chondrocalcinosis, also called pseudogout, is caused by the deposition of calcium pyrophosphate crystals into the cartilage of joints, usually the knees. It can be diagnosed by X-ray. The surgeon is right that there is no surgical treatment, but there certainly is medical treatment. Oral Voltaren (diclofenac) is an effective treatment. The joint can also be treated with injection of steroids directly into it. Colchicine can be used in people who cannot tolerate anti-inflammatories, such as diclofenac. Diclofenac applied topically is not well absorbed into the joint or blood and is not going to be as effective (even though there is a prescription strength 2.5% available). Most experts recommend treating during flares, and it sounds like it’s during flares when you really need relief. Chondrocalcinosis is not as well-known as gout, but your internist should be able to treat this more effectively. If not, a rheumatologist would be the expert in medical treatment of this condition.

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COLUMNIST I AMY DICKINSON

Son’s new baby is a poorly kept secret

EAR AMY: My divorced 45-year-old son, who lives 3,000 miles away, has been keeping a big secret from me for a year: He has a baby daughter and I have a baby granddaughter. I received a letter with photographs (the resemblance is undeniable) from his then-girlfriend, the baby’s mother, who is a lovely professional woman with her own business. She asks nothing of me or from me. She wants me to know I am welcome to visit the baby and be a part of the baby’s life, if I so choose (which I do). She has asked my son to tell me about the baby several times. He refused. She felt I had the right to know. The pregnancy was a surprise to both of them. He wanted her to terminate the pregnancy, and she didn’t, so he walked out. He has nothing to do with the baby or her mother, who went through the pregnancy and childbirth alone. I do not know if he contributes any child support. Meanwhile, he has asked/ pressured me three times to get rid of my generationskipping trust ... with no personal explanation. I did not. I thought my son and I had a close relationship. I stood by him through several years of a nightmare divorce. He is my only living child (his brother passed away at 19).

The baby is my only abandoned him and biological grandchild. disappeared from his My former husown life, he might not band abandoned us; ever step up. we don’t even know You should assume where he is. I am rethat if you choose to married to a wonderful acknowledge this man and through him child, your relationI am blessed with a Dickinson ship with your son loving stepfamily (four will be affected, but grandkids). that is up to him. My son has either no conDEAR AMY: My wife science or a selective con- and I have a 3-year-old son. science, and he is very selfMy wife’s 17-year-old sisrighteous. ter “Tessa” is currently livI fear the choice to acknowl- ing with us. edge my baby granddaughOne day my teenage sister could end my relation- ter-in-law was tasked to ship with my son. I am sad, watch our son, because we angry, and ashamed of him. had an all-day personal apHow should I tell him that pointment. I know? However, we finished our — Anonymous Gran appointment by 1 p.m., and DEAR GRAN: You could upon arriving home we were send your son the text of shocked to find that Testhis question, which seems sa had invited four of her to outline exactly how you high school friends over, feel, with a note in the mar- when she was watching our gin: “FYI.” 3-year-old son. I assume you plan to follow I have no issues with her up and make contact with friends being over, yet the this child’s mother. I hope fact that she didn’t ask (or you do. This is a no-brain- inform) us has me very coner. There is no need for you cerned. to try to explain your son’s What say you? behavior to the mother of — Upset Dad the child — or discuss this DEAR UPSET: Your further with your son until concern is completely jusyou are ready. You are both tified. “Tessa” is a teenager adults and you both have the and is demonstrating the right to engage in whatever judgment typical of her age. relationships you want. He But, while she might have may eventually acknowledge thought that having more the child and come around “help” would be good for in some minimal ways, but, everyone concerned, the as the son of a father who more people around, the

more divided attention toward the child. This presents risks for your son. Tessa might not be mature enough to take on responsibility for another human. She may need a babysitter, herself. If you plan to trust Tessa to continue occasionally watching her nephew, emphasize the absolute need for her to be completely honest with you. You should meet and approve of any other people spending time with your child. DEAR AMY: “Jealous? was worried about a newly single female work friend of her boyfriend’s, who was driving four hours to their town for a personal visit. You were wrong to justify her jealousy. Female jealousy has ruined many platonic friendships. — Upset DEAR UPSET: I suggested that this person acknowledge her feelings, and also accept the female friend’s invitation to get together in order to see if the feelings were justified. Jealousy is not confined to women. You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: ASKAMY@amydickinson. com. Readers may send postal mail to Ask Amy, P.O. Box 194, Freeville, NY 13068. You can also follow her on Twitter @askingamy or “like” her on Facebook.

Embrace balance. Adapt to what’s going on around you. Trust in your intuition and ability to do what’s best for yourself. Waiting for someone else to make the first move will set you back. Take pride in the choices you make and follow through with your decisions. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Get fit, be active and embrace life. Engage in whatever stimulates your mind, body and soul. Stop dreaming and live in the moment. You can make a difference. PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) — Emotional pleas will fall on deaf ears. Open up to suggestions and control your anger. Emotional distress will lead to poor choices. Focus on volunteering, keeping busy and being kind. ARIES (March 21-April 19) — Put your energy to good use. Don’t neglect what should be a top priority. Do your best to avoid demanding people and to offset criticism. Be proud of your accomplishments, and don’t give up. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) —You’ll have plenty of choices and opportunities. Consider what will bring you joy and satisfaction, and will spark your imagination. Expand your interests and friendships. Romance will enhance your life. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) —Emotional tension will surface if you don’t keep busy. Tighten your schedule and fit in as much as possible. The less time you have to talk, the easier it will be to avoid discord. CANCER (June 21-July 22) —Look for a way to use your creative skills to get ahead. Let the people you love know how much you care. A kind word or gesture will improve relationships. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) — Engage in mental or physical travel. Exploring what’s available to you will encourage you to work harder and longer to reach your goal. Partnerships look promising. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) —Try not to jump to conclusions about matters concerning your mate or other family members. Caution will be necessary to avoid minor mishaps, accidents or arguments. Unity, peace and love should be your goals. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Strive to acquire knowledge through traveling, taking courses or spending time with someone who motivates you. You’ll be admired for your quick wit, lending a shine to your reputation. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Your intuition won’t let you down. Spend time developing something creative that excites you. Present your ideas and how you want to proceed. Romance is in the stars. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23Dec. 21) — Actions speak louder than words. Don’t leave yourself open for criticism. Focus on fulfilling your promises and taking better care of your health and emotional well-being. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19) — Do what’s right for everyone involved. Take any opportunity that comes your way to step into a leadership role. A relationship will enhance your life.

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WORLD

Video arcade massacre leaves nine dead in Mexico At least nine people — four of them minors — have been killed and two others wounded in a shooting at a video arcade in Mexico. The massacre happened in Uruapan, in the western Mexican state of Michoacan, on Monday, according to the state’s attorney general’s office. Four people walked into the amusement arcade, asked questions of some patrons and began firing with military-grade weapons, the attorney general’s office said in a statement. At least four of the dead are minors between the ages of 12 and 17, the statement added. An 18-year-old and a 39-year-old are also among the dead. Authorities said they had located 65 “ballistic elements” that matched a 9mm caliber weapon. Uruapan, which is home to a quarter million people, has seen episodes of grisly violence linked to drug cartels in the past. In 2013, the bodies of seven men who appeared to have been shot were dumped in plastic chairs near a central square in the city; messages were left pinned to some of the victims’ bodies with ice picks. And in 2006, members of a drug cartel — La Familia Michoacana — reportedly hurled five decapitated heads of rival gang members onto a dance floor there.

7,000-year-old well oldest wooden structure discovered Archaeologists have discovered a 7,000-year-old Neolithic well in eastern Europe, which they believe is the oldest wooden structure in the world. The square well was built with oak by farmers around 5256 B.C., according to researchers who pinpointed its origin after analyzing the tree rings in the wood, which is the scientific method known as dendrochronology. The well’s age makes it the oldest dendrochronologically dated archaeological wooden construction worldwide, according to the researchers in the Czech Republic. “The well was only preserved because it had been underwater for centuries. Now we cannot let it dry out, or the well would be destroyed,” Karol Bayer of the University of Pardubice’s Department of Restoration said in a press release. Researchers are developing a process to dry the wood and preserve it without deformation using sugar to reinforce the wood’s cellular structure. Measuring 140 cm (56 inches) in height and with an 80 by 80 cm (32 by 32 inches) square base, the well was found last year during construction of the D35 motorway near Ostrov, Czech Republic. Researchers published their findings in the Journal of Archaeological Science. — From wire reports

Bloomberg campaign looks to seize on Iowa Dem chaos By Dan Merica CNN

Michael Bloomberg‘s campaign sees an opening in the Iowa chaos. Bloomberg’s campaign now has more than 2,100 people on staff, including 1,700 people in 40 states and 400 people in the campaign’s New York headquarters, aides tell CNN. And Bloomberg met with his senior leadership team on Tuesday morning to discuss the results — or lack thereof — out of Iowa and authorized his team to double the amount they are spending on television during that meeting, according to multiple Bloomberg aides. That is a significant step for Bloomberg, who already spent more than $300 million on advertising for his presidential campaign, according to data compiled by Kantar Media/ CMAG. An aide said that the campaign will “immediately increase ad spending in our current markets as well as add new markets, with our total gross ratings points doubling, from 1,200 to 2,400.” The announcements come while the Democratic nomination process is in chaos, as significant delays in reporting numbers out of Iowa has put the race at a standstill, with no results reported. The Iowa Democratic Party said Tuesday that they planned to report at least 50% of the results by Tuesday evening. All of it, Bloomberg’s campaign believes, plays into the former mayor’s hands: He and his top aides are hoping for a jumbled fight through the first four contests, allowing Bloomberg and his massive campaign war chest to compete in key Super Tuesday states, where significantly more delegates are at play than in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada and South Carolina. “Tonight’s confusion is an

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Michael Bloomberg’s campaign now has more than 2,100 people on staff, including 1,700 people in 40 states and 400 people in the campaign’s New York headquarters, aides tell CNN. Seen here, Bloomberg addresses a crowd of community members and elected officials on Jan. 3 in North Carolina. unfortunate distraction from Democrats’ most important task this year — beating Donald Trump,” Bloomberg spokesman Jason Schechter tweeted on Monday night. “Tomorrow Mike will be in Michigan and Pennsylvania continuing to focus on sending Trump packing this November.” Bloomberg’s staff of more than 2,100 people dwarfs all other Democratic presidential campaigns, where some of the biggest — including Biden and Buttigieg — are in the 400 to 600 range. The former New York mayor will now have staff in 40 states, including all Super Tuesday states that will vote on March 3. In 18 total states, Bloomberg staff is more than 40. And in six of the biggest battle ground states come November — Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Arizona, Florida and

Michigan — Bloomberg’s staff is now over 450 people. “While other campaigns have been focused on Iowa, we’ve been building an operation of political and organizing talent across the country that is unmatched and laying the groundwork in the states critical to defeating Trump in November,” said Dan Kanninen, Bloomberg’s states director. Bloomberg’s strategy since he launched in November has been to largely ignore the Democratic primary and turn the race into one against Trump. The former mayor has done that by airing ads the focus on his personal biography, comparing it to the President’s, and by taking Trump on in ads aired on Fox News, the President’s favorite channel.

Bloomberg will continue that effort on Tuesday when he airs an ad during Trump’s State of the Union address titled, “The Real State of the Union.” The 30-second spot, which the campaign said will air on MSNBC, Fox, and CNN during the State of the Union, features a narrator arguing the country is “divided by an angry, out of control President.” “Even before his speech, it’s easy to predict that President Trump will lie about his record and the negative impact his presidency has had on the American people,” said Julie Wood, a Bloomberg spokeswoman. “This new ad fact-checks and contrasts him with Mike Bloomberg — the strongest candidate to beat Trump in November.”

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a commercial value estimated between $700,000 to $1 million, officials said. It was believed to have come from South America, and was likely headed to Asia. “The shipment violated the Lacey Act and included CITES listed species,” Gavin Shire, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Chief of Public Affairs, told CNN. “We are limited to what we can say about this as it is an ongoing case.” CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) is an international agreement between governments aimed to protect wild animals and plants. As of October 2016, 12 species of sharks are included in Appendix II of CITES. “The recent seizure of more than 1,000 pounds of shark fins in Miami from potentially protected species demonstrates why we need a federal shark fin ban,” said Ariana Spawn, an ocean advocate at the nonprofit advocacy group Oceana. — From wire reports

NATION

Weeks after deadly quake, Puerto Rico is rattled again A magnitude 5 earthquake on Tuesday struck Puerto Rico, where people are still on edge from a series of quakes after last month’s deadly 6.4 temblor. It was the 11th earthquake of at least that size in the past 30 days, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The earthquake’s center was 13 miles southeast of Guanica on the southwest coast, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Shelters were already emptying shortly after the quake hit at 10:45 a.m., but it left several municipal employees “requiring emotional assistance,” Guayanilla Mayor Nelson Torres Yordan told newspaper El Nuevo Dia. The magnitude 6.4 earthquake on Jan. 7 left one person dead, destroyed dozens of homes and structures, and left 300,000 without water and two-thirds of the island without power. Since late December, a se-

A magnitude 5 earthquake rattled Puerto Rico, where people are still on edge from a series of quakes after last month’s deadly 6.4 temblor. of shark fins were seized in Miami, Florida, after the boxes they were hidden in were intercepted by US government officials. About 1,400 pounds of shark fins were found hidden in 18 boxes on Monday, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Wildlife inspectors Service said in a news reseize nearly $1 million lease. The fins, which arrived worth of shark fins at a Miami, Florida port Nearly $1 million worth entry late last month, have

ries of quakes — about 500 of magnitude 2 or greater —w have rattled Puerto Rico, hitting infrastructure already weakened from Category 5 Hurricane Maria that struck the island in September 2017.

PEOPLE

Jill Biden learns hard truth about Lindsey Graham Jill Biden announced she’s officially unfriended Sen. Lindsey Graham — unfriended the old-fashioned way: She’s done. The reason: Graham’s allegiance to President Donald Trump and, specifically, his encouragement of investigations into her husband — and Trump’s Democratic rival — Joe Biden, and her stepson, Hunter Biden. Trump and his allies have repeatedly made unfounded and false claims alleging that the Bidens acted corruptly in Ukraine. “Disgraceful,” Jill Biden told CNN’s John Berman in an interview Monday. Back in November, when Graham first suggested the Bidens would be investigated, Joe Biden expressed the same ire: “I am disappointed, and quite frankly I’m angered, by the fact — he knows me; he knows my son; he knows there’s nothing to this,” the former vice president said of Graham, a Republican. One bewildering aspect of this, according to Jill Biden, is that the Bidens and Graham, along with the late GOP Sen. John McCain, were “great friends” — at least professionally. They traveled together, for politics. They had dinner together. “You know,” said Jill Biden, “and now he’s changed.”

Justin Bieber opens up about past drug use For Justin Bieber, returning home brings up some dark memories. But the singer didn’t avoid his past while filming his YouTube originals docuseries, “Seasons.” In the latest episode, titled “The Dark Season,” Bieber opens up about his past drug use, saying he believes he was close to “dying.” Bieber brings the cameras along to visit his hometown of Stratford, Ontario, where he was discovered as a street performer when he was just a kid. There, he recalls smoking pot for the first time when he was just 12 or 13, then later “popping pills” and “sipping lean,” which was being ignored by the adults in his life. “It was just an escape for me,” Bieber says in the episode. “I was young, like everybody in the industry, or in the world, who experiment. But my experience was in front of cameras and I had a different level of exposure. I had a lot of money and a lot of things, so then you have all these people around me hanging on and wanting stuff from me, knowing I was living this lifestyle that they also wanted to live.” It was during this time that the “Yummy” singer was in the tabloids for his bad behavior. Eventually, he got scared. And he got sober. “I decided to stop because I was like, dying,” he said. “My security were coming into the room at night to check my pulse. People don’t know how serious it got. It was legit crazy-scary.” Bieber also reveals that he was diagnosed in 2019 with both mononucleosis, a viral illness, and Lyme disease after he’d been feeling sick for some time. He’s now trying to get back to a healthy place for himself and his family. — From wire reports

Best friends with a purpose: Cheetah has ‘therapy dog’ companion at zoo WEST ORANGE, N.J. — There’s an unusual pairing at the Turtle Back Zoo in New Jersey: A cheetah and a domestic animal. They have bonded over their love of play and more. But as CBS2’s Meg Baker found out Monday, it’s not just fun and games. What do you get when you mix a puppy with a predator? Comfort. “Bowie” the Labrador retriever helps ease “Nandi” the cheetah’s anxiety, her loud purring signaling she is at ease. They’ve been together

MUST READ since they were just a few weeks old,” explained Charlotte Trapman-O’Brien of the Turtle Back Zoo. Cheetahs are so shy that zoos around the country are giving them their own emotional support dogs. Bowie and his cheetah sister have been inseparable for more than a year, wrestling in the snow and sharing toys. “Bowie has a very important job here, which is to be, kind of, her confidence builder. So cheetah’s are naturally skittish by nature, so one of the things

that allows us to bring her out and do educational presentations like this is having Bowie by her side,” Trapman-O’Brien said. Nandi looks to Bowie to make sure everything is okay and that she is safe. Bowie has similar training to that of a therapy animal. “We do need him to be calm. That’s his whole job with the cheetah. So no matter what else is going on, if something startles her, she needs to look to him, and he needs to be calm. So he’s been exposed to a lot of different environments. Part of the reason he comes

home with us at night is to get him exposed to all different scenarios: Car rides, honking cars,” said trainer Samantha Wegman. These best friends have a greater purpose. There are less than 7,000 cheetahs left in the wild in Africa. Part of the program at Turtle Back Zoo is to educate people and inspire them to protect these big cats. Dogs are also used in the wild to protect cheetahs, which hunt in the daylight so are often blamed by farmers for killing livestock. Trained WCBS dogs keep the cheetahs safe- Bowie, a Labrador retriever and “Nandi,” a cheetah at the ly away. Turtle Back Zoo, have become best of friends.

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COLUMNIST|CAL THOMAS

After Trump acquittal, what’s next?

ust because the Senate is about to grams, “... evening news coverage of the acquit President Trump of charges opening arguments of both sides, found Republicans believed never rose to ABC, CBS, and NBC did not live up to the level of “high crimes and misthe standard they demanded of demeanors,” don’t think DemoRepublicans. They gave Demcrats will raise the white flag of ocrats double the airtime and surrender. They (and their meshowered their arguments with dia allies) have only just begun. mostly praise, while expressing Next is a campaign to defeat only criticism of the President’s enough of the 23 Republican legal team.” senators up for re-election and, The New York Times and Washif possible (it doesn’t look posington Post have cast aside any Thomas sible, but this is February), keep cloak of fairness by going antiPresident Trump from winning Trump nonstop. Their news covre-election. erage, editorials and virtually all of their Democrats have virtually no issues columnists are constantly looking for on which to run, except the promise of new ways to express opposition to and free stuff — from Elizabeth Warren’s hatred of the president. One advanstudent loan forgiveness plan,which tage for readers is that it is easier to does nothing for those who struggled get through those papers because they to pay off their student loans with- have become predictable and tiresome. out assistance, to Bernie Sanders’ free Democrats may feel good about this Medicare for All. as they keep company with their media A new Gallup poll released last week fellow travelers, but President Trump shows how difficult it will be for Dem- is newly empowered to take his case for ocrats. four more years of prosperity and relaAccording to Gallup, 41% of Ameri- tive peace to the public. Every Democans “are satisfied with the way things crat running for president would raise are going in the U.S.” That’s the high- taxes, giving more money to Washingest satisfaction level in 15 years. Sev- ton, which cannot constrain its spendenty-two percent of Republicans are ing lust under either party. As taxes satisfied, a number likely to grow if the rise, so would unemployment because economy remains strong and there is many businesses would no longer be stability in international affairs. Only able to afford workers they hired dur14% of Democrats are satisfied. That ing the economic boom. is likely, in part, because President Look for more investigations — perTrump is racking up success after suc- haps additional allegations and articles cess without any cooperation from the of impeachment — and more “leaks” other party. If Democrats had cooper- from former Trump staffers between ated on at least some issues (other than now and the election. The only way to the new trade agreement between the stop this is for Republicans to regain U.S., Canada and Mexico) they might a House majority and maintain their have been able to legitimately claim majority in the Senate. some credit, but their opposition to Barring an unforeseeable disaster all things Trump and their attempts to (always a possibility), Trump is posiundo the results of the 2016 election tioned to win re-election, perhaps in a leaves them out in the political cold. landslide, which will send the left and What is most remarkable about this most of the media into another deep Gallup poll is that it was taken in the depression. middle of the Senate impeachment trial and in the face of some of the most hos- Look for Cal Thomas’ new book “America’s tile media coverage any president has Expiration Date: The Fall of Empires and Superpowers and the Future of the United ever had to endure in modern times. States” (HarperCollins/Zondervan). According to the conservative Media Readers may email Cal Thomas at Research Center, which monitors the tcaeditors@tribpub.com. broadcast network’s evening news pro-

COLUMNIST|TOM PURCELL

The D.C. disorder that’s sadder than sad M

aybe Seasonal Affective Disorder Maya MacGuineas, president of the Com(SAD) is bringing me down – or not. mittee for a Responsible Federal Budget, Overcast winter weather trig- tells The Hill that more than half of the gers SAD. Lack of exposure to sunlight can deficit’s increase lately results from new cause higher levels of melatonin and lower laws that increase debt forecasts. levels of serotonin in the brain, which can All I know is that the debt has jumped cause depression-like symptoms. from $5.7 trillion in 2000 to more than $22 But then again, maybe it’s the news – and trillion in only 20 years – which makes me not SAD – that’s triggering my listlessness. want to escape with a big plate of comfort According to The Washington Post, the food, digging into hot meatloaf and mashed latest Congressional Budget Office potatoes smothered in gravy. estimates show the federal deficit To put the magnitude of feder“reached $1 trillion in 2019, for the al spending, deficit and debt into first time since the Great Recession, perspective, think of a typical famand, under current law will average ily budget. $1.3 trillion through 2030.” Say Mom and Dad earn $36,500 It gets worse: “Federal debt held this year. That’s not a lot because, as by the public will grow from 81 perfood and housing costs keep going cent of gross domestic product to up, mom and dad will spend $47,500 Purcell a post-1946 record of 98 percent.” this year to meet their obligations. Didn’t Republicans used to care about this To address this year’s $11,000 shortfall, spending stuff? Didn’t President Trump, they borrow. Repaying that $11,000 on as candidate Trump, promise to end the their small income will be awfully hard. deficit in eight years? But their situation is far worse than just This gets me so down, all I want to do is this year’s shortfall. curl up in a blanket and sip hot toddies by Their greater challenge is that they’ve ala roaring fireplace. ready borrowed $220,000 in prior years – Regardless of who’s president, Demo- and they keep piling on more debt every day. crat or Republican, America has been on How long such a borrowing charade can a serious spending spree. go on is anyone’s guess. But common sense Consider: When George W. Bush as- says the whole thing will come crashing sumed office, the national debt was $5.7 down sooner or later. trillion. He nearly doubled it in eight years This makes me want to take a long winto about $11 trillion. ter nap, hoping I’ll awaken to find that it President Obama added nearly $9 tril- was all just a bad dream. lion to our debt load during his eight years But it’s not a dream – and SAD is not in office. causing my sadness. President Trump is on track to add another No, it’s ESD – Excessive Spending Disor$5 trillion to our debt during his first term. der – that’s getting me down. And too few Sure, I get it – partly. Entitlement-pro- Americans seem to care that it is afflicting gram spending continues to grow faster our politicians in Washington so heavily. than revenue. Which makes me even sadder. Some blame Republican tax cuts for reducing revenue, though overall tax receipts Tom Purcell is a Pittsburgh Tribune-Review humor columnist. Send comments to Tom at have increased and are higher than ever. Tom@TomPurcell.com. Spending is higher, too.

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GUEST COLUMNIST|CHARLOTTE BOOKER

Our legislators need to pass Gov. Kemp’s proposed raise for Georgia’s teachers

eachers in Georgia rank 38th in the country in average starting salary, below Alabama, Florida, Kentucky, and Louisiana, among our geographical peers, and well below North Carolina, Texas and Virginia, among our competitors for new jobs and businesses. New teachers in Georgia make just over $37,000. Half leave the profession within five years of starting, an astonishing reflection of the difficulty of being a schoolteacher today. Last year, Gov. Brian Kemp and the Georgia General Assembly approved a budget to give public school educators a $3,000 per teacher raise. As a candidate and as governor, Gov. Kemp pledged a $5,000 raise. This year, the governor has proposed a state budget that would honor his commitment to public school teachers, a $2,000 raise. The Georgia Association of Educators appreciates the governor’s leadership on this issue and our members will fight for this.

Legislators should pass the proposed In December, South Carolina’s gov$2,000 raise this session. ernor — who plans to raise teacher pay Parents and communities are asking by $3,000 this year — said: “Teachers more of teachers than we ever have. don’t want to do it for the money.” But, Today, teachers are leading classes he continued, “They can’t do it without throughout Georgia often with more the money.” His proposal for 2020 is than 35 students. State law sets a on top of a 4 percent raise in 2019. maximum class size of 28, but many While Georgia is improving pay school systems have sought and won for teachers, at the same time, we are Booker from the Georgia Department of Edfalling behind. ucation, “waivers,” to increase size classes Many teachers in Georgia are forced to and reduce the in-school time teachers have work second jobs, and teachers in Georgia to plan and prepare for their classes, which spend about $450 of unreimbursed money in turn puts even more demand on teachers’ for classroom supplies for their students. time after school hours. Georgia is also experiencing a shortage Meanwhile, this fall, the governor of Florida of teachers. The pay raise proposed by Gov. stated he wants to raise starting teacher pay Kemp is recognition for the work our teachby nearly $10,000 a year, to $47,500 for a ers do and the positive impact they have on first-year teacher just out of college. their students. It also an important tool to In North Carolina, the governor has pro- recruit and retain teachers. posed an 8.5% pay raise, on top of raises in As Gov. Kemp said in his State of the State each of the last five years. address this month: “We know the impact that

a teacher can have on a student. We know that learning has the power to lift people out of poverty and help many realize their full, Godgiven potential. I’m so proud of our teachers and school leaders for what they do on a daily basis … let’s give our educators another welldeserved pay raise! This raise will enhance retention rates, boost recruitment numbers, and improve educational outcomes in schools throughout Georgia.” We couldn’t be prouder of Gov. Kemp’s comments. To be sure, state budgets are about competing priorities. But we believe the time is now to invest in public education and our public teachers. Let your legislators know now that parents, PTA members and our communities support Kemp’s proposed pay raise for educators. Charlotte Booker is president of the Georgia Association of Educators.

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BEAUTY From A1 back at the work she and her fellow board members have done to make the democratic process work. “We tried and make sure we get as much as possible, in accordance to the law, that they want,” Baldwin said. “I think that’s why we’re here.” Baldwin was perhaps the most popular woman in Gwinnett County on Tuesday. Tuesday’s crowd included elected officials from Lawrenceville, Gwinnett County and the General Assembly, a congregation from the Hopewell Baptist Church, Baldwin’s Savannah State College sorority sisters and immediate family. It seemed like all of them wanted a selfie with Baldwin. Board of Elections member Stephen Day was chairman of the Gwinnett County Democratic Party in 1997 when he appointed Baldwin to serve on the board. Five succeeding chairs thought that was a good idea and contin-

ued to appoint her to the board. Although she is an appointee from the Democratic Party, she has earned respect from both sides of the aisle. “I still consider her a mentor,” Day said. “She’s one of those people that has personal gravitas. Her intellect and her record of accomplishments speaks for itself. When she says something, even the Republicans on the board lean in.” During her time on the Board of Elections, Baldwin has helped issue voting policies and procedures that technologically modernize balloting. She’s promoted the development of bilingual voter education in the county and advocated for the establishment of automatic voter registration. It’s fitting the building that bears her name has been remodeled to also ease the democratic process, particularly during early voting. Renovations began in summer 2019. Before, there was one way in and out of the office. Now, Gwinnett County Elections Supervisor Kristi Royston said there are multiple exits for increased flow during advance voting. Vot-

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ers will enter through the same double doors that existed prior to the renovations, but will queue into a roomier hall where they will provide identification and be issued a voter card. Royston said the room that houses voting machines is projected to have space for 25 machines beginning with March’s presidential primary. “We definitely wanted to try to offer more space for the voting process,” Royston said. “Advance voting has become so popular. The majority of our voters who vote advance vote here.” Day said the idea was to make public access to voting easier, which Baldwin strived to do during her post-education career. Baldwin concluded her ceremonial remarks by summarizing what drove her to have a fulfilling career in civil service for more that two decades after her retirement from teaching. “Anyone who knows me knows I believe we were put on this earth for one reason, and that is to serve,” Baldwin said. She stepped away from the podium to a standing ovation.

From A1 at any time, so that teachers can focus more on teaching class subjects rather than preparing for exams. Additionally, the changes would include extending the amount of time high school students have to complete a required writing test, discontinue a practice of comparing Georgia’s testing standards with other states and let Brian Kemp school districts abstain from “formative assessments” meant to see how much students learned in a school year. Legislation to make the testing changes is being carried by Senate Education and Youth Committee Chairman P.K. Martin IV, R-Lawrenceville. Georgia Superintendent Richard M Woods fully backed the test trimming Tuesday. He said the changes will free up time for teachers to dive more into subjects and avoid focusing on redundant material only

for the sake of an end-of-year test. “Our children remember our teachers,” Woods said. “They do not remember the tests that they took.” Woods added after Tuesday’s news conference that he believes the lessened test load should not affect graduation requirements or lower graduation rates. Kemp and Woods previously announced changes ending tests for the courses that gain college credits, including the state’s dual enrollment program and advancedplacement classes. The legislation announced Tuesday also follows a bill filed in the 2020 legislative session that would put new restrictions on the state’s popular dual enrollment program by capping the number of course hours students could take for free. The legislation, House Bill 444, cleared the Senate floor last week. Kemp is also pushing for a $2,000 salary raise for teachers, following up on a $3,000 raise lawmakers approved last year. Some influential lawmakers, however, have cast doubt on whether another teacher salary increase should be passed this year amid budget cuts Kemp has ordered for many state agencies.

OBITUARIES Jean P. Gable Gable - Jean P. Gable age 68 of Hoschton, passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2020. A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM in the Lawrenceville Chapel of Tim Stewart Funeral Home. Mrs. Gable was a program assistant with the Gwinnett County 4-H. She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard & Wilheimina Summers. She is survived by her husband, Tony Gable, Hoschton; daughters & son-in-law, Keri & Christopher Cook, Duluth; Kacey Spurgeon, Cumming; grandchildren, Ruby Buffington; Landon Spurgeon; Logan Spurgeon; beloved pets, Oscar Gable & Bo Gable; and numerous other family and friends. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to Cure PSP, 1216 Broadway, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10001. Arrangements by Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 300 Simonton Road, SW, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. 770-9623100. Please leave online condolences at http:// www.stewartfh.com.

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Mrs. Dianne Grant Harris (Grant) Dianne Grant Harris, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away at home on February 1, 2020. Dianne was born in Thomaston, Georgia, on January 24, 1944. The family moved from Thomaston when she was young, and she attended several secondary schools in Georgia and Tennessee. She graduated from Southwest High School in Atlanta and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Mathematics at Mercer University in Macon in only three years. She was hired by the Scientific Programming Division of Lockheed Corporation as a computer programmer on the C-5A production program. She married her husband Ron, a student at Georgia Tech, at the Tabernacle Baptist Church in downtown Atlanta shortly after her graduation. When he graduated and entered the United States Air Force, she left Lockheed to go with him. During their 27-year Air Force career, Dianne proved to be adept at packing, moving, unpacking, enrolling

her sons in new schools, and establishing a family home in each new location that included Texas, New Mexico, Florida, California, Ohio, Nevada, California again, Illinois, the Republic of South Korea, Alabama, Washington, D.C., and finally back to Georgia at Robins Air Force Base. During the family’s two-year accompanied tour in the Republic of South Korea, Dianne earned a Master of Science in Systems Management degree from the University of Southern California and served as president of the Osan Air Base Officers Wives Club. Dianne was also successful in finding computer science jobs at the new locations, giving her opportunities to broaden her professional knowledge and skills. She set a good example for her sons who both obtained computer science degrees and currently work in the same field as their mother. After retiring from the Air Force, Dianne and Ron moved to Suwanee, Georgia, and she continued working in her career, her last position being Project Manager for Computer Sciences Corporation. After moving to the Village at Deaton Creek near Hoschton, Dianne joined her husband as a ham radio operator, earning an Amateur Extra class license, call sign AF4DH. She served as President of the Tri-County Amateur Radio Club and participated in many emergency communications exercises as a member of the Hall County Amateur Radio Emergency Service. She enjoyed beading and playing cards and mahjong with her friends at Deaton Creek. She loved to watch football games and was a devoted fan of the USC Trojans, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, and the Atlanta Falcons. She traveled extensively within the United States including Alaska and Hawaii and in Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. Dianne had a keen interest in genealogy and was a member of the Jacob Braselton Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a member of the Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church. Dianne was intelligent, loving and kind, and devoted to her family and friends, all of whom miss her greatly. Her grandchildren especially miss their cherished Nana and will keep her memory in their hearts. She was preceded in death by her son, Jonathan William Harris, and by her parents, William Bayard Grant and Martha Turner Grant. She was a dedicated caregiver for both of her parents. She is survived by her hus-

band of 54 years, William Ronald Harris; son Dustin Michael Harris (Amy Jennifer Harris), grandson Asher Skye Harris and granddaughter Eva Mae Harris of Portland OR; and son Colin Brent Harris (Melissa Denise Jenkins) of Atlanta. Donations may be made to the Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church Building Fund, 1450 Pine Road, Dacula GA 30019. Services will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home Braselton Chapel in Braselton, Georgia with interment at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Memorial Park Funeral Home Braselton Chapel, 5257 Green Street Hwy 53, Braselton, Georgia 30517 is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to http:// www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com/funeralhomes/memorial-parkeast/ Arrangements by Memorial Park East Funeral Home Braselt

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Ms. Shirley Diane Taylor (Perry) Evans Funeral Home announces the death of Ms. Shirley Perry Taylor, age 74 of Commerce, Georgia who entered into rest Sunday, February 2, 2020. Ms. Taylor was born in Atlanta, Georgia the daughter of the late Virgil and Mary Louise Knight Perry, was a member of the Lake Oconee Elks Club and was a retired Administrative Assistant with the City of Snellville. Survivors include a son, Ernest Henry Taylor III of

Eatonton. Two grandchildren, Amanda Epps and her husband Chad of Jefferson and Colton Taylor of Eatonton. Two great grandchildren, Brayden Holder and Blaine Epps of Jefferson also survive. Memorial services will be held 2:00 P.M. Saturday, February 8, 2020 from the Chapel of Evans Funeral Home with Pastor Johnny Hays officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service at the funeral home 12:00 - 2:00 P.M. Evans Funeral Home, Inc., 1350 Winder Highway, Jefferson, Georgia. 706-367-5467 Online condolences at www.evansfuneralhomeinc.com

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Gov. Brian Kemp. “I am completely in awe of the remarkable work the VA2P Club is doing not just in our community but also within our state and on a national level,” Buford High School Interim Principal Scott Chafin said. “These students excel in the classroom and athletics but still make time to educate others about the vaping epidemic. We are proud of the outstanding ambassadors these students are for Buford High School.” District 45 Sen. Renee Unterman, R-Buford, sponsored State Bill 298 which would raise the age for purchasing tobacco and vaping prod-

ucts to 21, increase restrictions on targeting minors and add steep penalties for adults who purchase tobacco for minors. This is the first full year of the VA2P Club at Buford as its members try to spread awareness of the prevalence of vaping in schools. Marco and Juan Borrego have previously met with U.S. Rep Rob Woodall, R-Ga., at the U.S. Capitol in October. In January, the club coordinated informational sessions for Buford’s Parent Connect event, in which Northside Hospital’s Smoking and Tobacco Cessation program director Kenneth Haney was a keynote speaker.

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Ward received a 24-month probation sentence. Karic and Kramer are expected to testify at Schrader’s trial, according to John Regan, a prosecutor handling the case for the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia. “At this point, we are prepared to go trial next week against Judge Schrader,” Regan said. The case involves a bizarre tale in which Schrader believed District Attorney Danny Porter was hacking into her computer. It’s not clear why Schrader thought Porter was hacking her computer and the district attorney has denied the allegations that he did so. Due to the allegation against Porter, the Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council was brought in to prosecute the case. Schrader hired Ward, who in turn brought in Karic and Kramer, to investigate her computer. They placed a “Sharktap” monitor on the judge’s computer, which prosecutors claim gave the co-defendants improper access to the county’s computer network. Schrader’s trial is expected to start at 9 a.m. on Feb. 10.

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The Gwinnett County Police Department is asking for the public’s help to identify the suspect who punched a 76-year-old man at a Kroger in Dacula in late January. The incident occurred Jan. 23 at the Kroger on Braselton Highway. When police arrived at the scene, the victim had a cut above his nose and blood on his shirt. The victim said he had been punched in the face after he told a woman outside the Kroger she shouldn’t park in the fire lane. Video surveillance showed that at 4:33 p.m. the victim exchanged words with a woman before the suspect followed him around the aisle and struck him in the face. The victim then fell to the ground as witnesses turned to see the commotion. According to police, the victim is recovering from his injuries. Detectives have been following up on the case and have now released the surveillance footage in hopes that someone can

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of the suspect when asked by police even though the suspect was seen leaving with them in their vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to call the Gwinnett County Police Department at 770-513-5300. Tipsters can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 404-577-8477 or by visiting www.stopecrimeATL.com.

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Around eighth grade, when recruiting cranked up, Maddy Bondon filled out the college questionnaires like many other girls soccer players. Some of the questions were simple. The one that asked for her position took a little more thought. Bondon, now a Peachtree Ridge senior, grew up as a central midfielder, but had transitioned more to defense in club soccer as she approached high school, so she

listed her positions as center back and outside back. “I’ve kind of always been a midfielder, but all my club teams have said, ‘Let’s just put Maddy at center back. We need her there,’” Bondon said. “I guess I’ve kind of developed into a defender now more than a center mid. I like to attack a lot in high school, but I feel safer and more secure in the back line. So probably like high school was when I became a true defender.” Defense is where Bondon excelled as a junior at Peachtree Ridge, earning first-team all-county honors from the Daily Post and

the Gwinnett Goal Club. She anchored a unit that posted eight shutouts. That came on the heels of a sophomore season when she was a first-team all-county selection and the Region 6-AAAAAAA midfielder of the year. She still attacks some at the high school level, but her future, and her position of choice, is in the defense. “I feel in control (at defense),” Bondon said. “You can direct. You can see everything in front of you. You see everyone except the goalkeeper. Being able to direct and telling people how to move and where to go, I feel in control.

Offense wins games and defense wins championships. I know if I put my heart and soul on the line along with the three other people or two other people back there with me that we’re going to win. I just like to have that control for my team.” Opponents may see Bondon at center back in high school, but the outside defender positions likely fit her better at Auburn — she signed with the Tigers in November. “I’m kind of short for an SEC center back,” she admitted. At the high school level, Bondon is an exceptional center back.

“Maddy is the type of player and person that every coach wants on their team,” said Peachtree Ridge girls coach Ashley Veljovic, who was an SEC soccer player at Georgia. “She is a great leader and her work ethic is always top notch. Players constantly turn to her for help and advice. She is a versatile player and adds value wherever she is on the field. She has been a major asset to our program since her freshman year. I am excited to see where she will help lead this team this season.” Bondon has high hopes for her See BONDON, B6

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The box scores are impressive enough. Ten straight double-doubles. N’dea Jones knows sometimes it looks easy. It’s not. The Brookwood grad leads Texas A&M in rebounding and is second in the SEC. Perhaps that’s not a surprise for a player who broke Maya Moore’s county rebounding record. She’s also averaging 11.3 points per game as a junior. “Sometimes I’ll hear comments like, ‘Oh, you do that all the time,’” Jones said. “It takes a lot to get those, especially my rebounds. I have to chase a lot of them down.” The streak started with 13 points and 16 rebounds against Corpus

Christi on Dec. 29. Jones dropped 22 points and grabbed 14 boards against Arkansas in the first game of 2020. It was 10 and 13 vs. Ole Miss then 19 and 12 against LSU. Jones’ run got to six straight in a win over Florida on Jan. 19 with 19 points and 13 rebounds. It didn’t take long for the 6-foot2 forward to start drawing double teams because of the doubledoubles. “I credit my teammates for getting me the ball in the right positions and reading the defense behind me,” Jones said. “They help me with boxing out if we go up against another really good rebounder.” Jones had a height advantage in high school, but understood that See JONES, B2

Since graduating from Dacula in 2016, Faustine Aifuwa has learned quite a bit throughout four years of college. Academically, that entails her work as a kinesiology/human movement major. The 6-foot-5 redshirt junior also has learned quite a bit about basketball as a member of LSU’s women’s team, and both have come in handy on the court. However, the most important thing Aifuwa has learned about over the past four years is herself. “Now I know the parts of the body and stuff like that, and when my body’s not feeling right, I know I need to pay attention to certain things,” said Aifuwa, a former first-team AllCounty selection by the Daily Post and Dacula’s career rebounding and blocked shots leader. “So I go to the trainer immediately. So what I see in class, I try to relate it to sports as much as possible.” Aifuwa’s education in kinesiology became particularly relevant after she suffered a knee injury that led to her taking a redshirt during her true freshman season in 2016-17. As she recovered and rehabbed from that injury, it was the education she got by watching her Tigers teammates that has had perhaps the biggest impact on her on-court career. “When I first found out I was (going to miss) my freshman year, I was upset because I didn’t know if I was going to be a step behind,” Aifuwa said. “But I think it was really what I needed, to just kind of step back and watch how (college basketball) is, just

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LSU women’s basketball player Faustine Aifuwa is introduced to the crowd before the Tigers’ game with Florida A&M earlier this season. The Dacula grad and 6-foot-5 redshirt junior has learned a lot about her game to become a force in the low post for the Tigers. coming from high school to college. So it definitely helped me improve my game and be ready even more coming back the next year. “I think (I also got used to) the physicality in the SEC (over that time), especially with the bigs. It definitely got me ready. … You just don’t get that in high school. Once I got my first game in, I knew what I needed to be ready for. I got in the weight room. I got in the gym. I got better, and I was ready for any type of big that came up against me.” Since returning to action in 2017, Aifuwa has made a steady improvement to become an even bigger force for LSU over the past three seasons. Blocked shots have always been her forte since her days in high school, a trend that continued in college as she

led the Tigers, and finished in the top 10 in the Southeastern Conference, with 44 blocks in each of her first two seasons, and she passed 100 blocks for her career in January. In addition, she became the Tigers’ second-leading rebounder at 6.4 per game last season as a redshirt sophomore. But the biggest step forward Aifuwa has made has been on the other end of the court. She has seen her scoring average jump from 5.0 points per game as a redshirt freshman in 2017-18 to 8.0 points peer game this season, and her shooting percentage from the floor has skyrocketed more than five percentage points to her current See AIFUWA, B2

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AIFUWA From B1 48.9 percent clip in the same time frame. “I think to be able to create my own shot,” Aifuwa said when asked about the biggest improvement in her game since high school. “Back in high school, it was easy to shoot over people. But now, it’s like, if I’m outside the block, is there a way I can score? “Before, like in my freshman year and sophomore year, I’d kind of kick (the ball) out and wait for a layup. But now, I can fake and use a drop step or kind of look to the other side and not just (look to score) from the block. So that’s helped me a lot.” Her increased ability to contribute on the offensive end has

also helped her form a formidable low post duo with 6-0 senior forward Ayana Mitchell. With Aifuwa having known Mitchell for years — she’s a fellow former metro Atlanta high school standout from Salem High School in Rockdale County — already had plenty of chemistry on the court when they first arrived at LSU, and their bond has grown even stronger over the past four years. “I kind of knew Ayana before LSU, and we’d always had conversations about where we were going to be when we were together on the court,” Aifuwa said. “(LSU) Coach Nikki (Fargas) always says that we’re the two best post players in the country. I think when she said that, we kind of took it and said, ‘We’ve really got to step up for our team.’ “On the court, we gel pretty

well. I know what she’s about to do and she knows what I’m about to do. I think knowing that just helps us to win games.” As much as Aifuwa has improved her own game throughout her college career, she has aspiration of playing professionally, whether it be in the WNBA or overseas, in the future. But with the rest of this season and another year of college eligibility left, she knows there’s still plenty for her to learn on the college hardwood. “One thing I’ve realized is just not to feel (too) comfortable,” Aifuwa said. “There’s going to be times that you feel like you’ve arrived, but you know that there’s a whole (higher) level to your game, and I know there’s another level I can tap into. I’ll just keep working on my (game) and try to help my team to win games.”

JONES From B1 wouldn’t be enough on its own — especially once she got to college where many players top 6 feet. “Even though I was one of the tallest people in the county, which made it a lot easier to rebound, I had to learn to really work on things, especially footwork,” Jones said. “A lot of times, I’ll get my rebounds when (the shot is) short so I had to work on being more physical to push somebody out under the basket or just getting side by side so we have a 50/50 chance of getting it. “Also I have to time my jumps and read where they’re shooting on the court. If they’re shooting a corner 3, it’s most likely to come off the back side. If

they’re shooting from the top of the key, I like to come down the middle because I have a better opportunity to go where that ball is. Sometimes I’ll have to tip it to myself, away from the defense, and chase down the ball.” It’s an art and it’s an effort. “Sometimes you just have to have heart,” Jones said. As a freshman in College Station, Jones played in 23 games and averaged 9.5 rebounds per 40 minutes, which was second best on the team. “I was playing behind Anriel Howard so I knew to get on the court, I had to rebound,” Jones said. “I knew she was the rebounding queen. My coach (Hall of Famer Gary Blair) always says you don’t have to be the leading scorer, you can contribute in other ways.” It wasn’t the first time Jones heard words to that effect.

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“One thing my dad really tried to instill in me is that your time will come,” she said. “Some people struggle with not playing as a freshman. He would always say playing time is earned. If you didn’t earn it, learn from it.” As a ninth-grader in AAU, Jones played behind Asia Durr, now in the WNBA, and Vicki Harris, a Parkview grad who went on to success at Rutgers. “They taught me a great deal,” she said. “I knew coming in (to TAMU) how it was going to be. It wasn’t the first time I was behind great players. It was hard when I was a freshman in high school, but it wasn’t as hard when I was a freshman in college.” Jones started all 34 games for the Aggies as a sophomore with 7.7 points per game and 11.3 rebounds. During the 2018-19 season, she became the first Texas A&M player to have two games with 20 or more rebounds in a season (vs. Oregon and at Georgia). Jones finished the year with 10 double-doubles, including three during five postseason tournament games. She ranked second in the SEC and 14th nationally in rebounding. “Rebounding was a way I knew I could get on the court and it just stuck with me,” Jones said. “I just know if I’m not doing anything else, I can rebound and help my team out. “It helps me on my offensive end, too. If my shots aren’t falling, I can get an easy layup. I feel like my rebounds if I have to chase it down, it kind of energizes me. It gets me more connected to the game.” The Aggies are 18-4 overall and 6-3 in the SEC following a 59-58 loss at LSU on Sunday. Trailing by two with 17 seconds to go, Jones swatted a Khayla Pointer shot and leapt out of bounds to save the ball, getting it to Ciera Johnson. The Aggies couldn’t convert a layup with six seconds to go and LSU held on to the win with a pair of late free throws. Jones finished with 12 points an 12 rebounds, running the streak to 10 straight. Texas A&M next plays at Mississippi State on Feb. 9.

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Super Bowl XL). “We never lost faith, I think that’s the biggest thing,” Mahomes said afterward on the Fox broadcast. “Everybody on this team, nobody had their heads down.” Things looked bleak for the Chiefs when Mahomes was sacked twice and intercepted twice in the first 18 minutes of the second half, as the 49ers gained a 20-10 lead after the score was tied 10-10 at halftime. However, the Chiefs — who rallied from deficits of 24-0 to Houston and 10-0 to Tennessee earlier this postseason — started their comeback on a 10-play, 83-yard drive. They pulled within 20-17 on a 1-yard touch-

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Andy Reid said afterward. “Coach Reid told me after both of ‘em to keep firing,” Mahomes added of his interceptions. “Keep believing and keep firing.” After Garoppolo had four consecutive incompletions, the final one on fourth-and-10, Williams ran 38 yards for a touchdown for the final points of the game. “We just didn’t get it done when we got the ball,” 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said afterward. “Came up just short on a couple plays. ... When we had to answer, we didn’t.” The Chiefs became the first team in NFL history to overcome three double-digit deficits in the postseason en route to a Super Bowl title. With the score tied at 10 as the second half began, the 49ers took the kickoff and marched from their 16-yard line to the Kansas City 24 before settling for Robbie Gould’s second field goal of the game. His 42-yard kick gave San Francisco a 13-10 lead with 9:29 remaining in the third quarter. The lead was built to 2010 after Mahomes was intercepted for the first time in his five-game postseason career. The pick came one play after 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa knocked the ball out of Mahomes’ hand on a second-and-5 play from the Kansas City 46-yard line. Mahomes recovered his own fumble, but the 7-yard loss produced a third-and-12 play, on which linebacker Fred Warner made the interception at his own 45yard line. Garoppolo, who completed 20 of 31 passes for 219 with one touchdown and two interceptions, completed three passes on the next drive for 52 yards and running back Raheem Mostert scored on a 1-yard run with 2:35 left in the quarter. The 49ers took a 3-0 lead on their opening drive, but the Chiefs regained the lead on Mahomes’ 1-yard touchdown run in the final minute of the first quarter. After a 31-yard field goal by Harrison Butker gave Kansas City a 10-3 lead, the 49ers responded with Garoppolo’s 15-yard pass to fullback Kyle Juszczyk, knotting the score at 10 with 5:05 left until halftime.

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GWINNETT BOYS SOCCER PREVIEWS Region Region8-AAAAAAA 8-AAAAAAA ARCHER Coach: Colin Connors 2019 record: 9-7-2, first round of state Returning starters: MF/ DEF Russell Young; F Caleb Busboom; F Jacob Cundey; DEF Harmony Young; MF Amari Williams; MF Ivan Ivastanin; MF Tyler Hutzell; MF Tobi Bakare Other key players/newcomers: GK Plange Adjei Outlook: Archer made history with its 2019 season, finishing an all-time best second in the region and falling in the first round of state on penalty kicks. The Tigers want to win their first region championship and first state playoff game this season, and are equipped well for that goal with 10 seniors (eight returning starters). Those returning players include versatile Young, who has made an impact in the central midfield and central defense, as well as Busboom (school-record 14 goals in 2019) and Cundey (10 goals, five assists). GRAYSON Coach: Lee Duggan 2019 record: 6-9-1, first round of state Returning starters: Satchel Hart, Sr.; Adrian Murillo, Sr.; Chris Clark, Sr.; Jonathan Sandoval, Sr.; Josh Howard, Sr.; Justin Rose, Sr.; Faith-Loic Djidjonou, Sr.; Marco Rosa-Exiquio, Jr.; Alexandro Garcia-Villegas, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: Andru Ghuita-Florea, Jr.; Robel Teshome, Jr.; Stefan Mijatovic, Jr.; Samuel Mwinami, Jr.; Jearrod Johnson, Jr.; Jason Walker, Jr.; Douglas Asante, Soph.; Mathieu Rose, Soph.; Ervin Alic, Fr. Outlook: Grayson’s goal is building off last season’s rebuilding effort, which still featured a state playoff appearance. Duggan feels his team has the ability to compete for a region title this season. SHILOH Coach: Laura Demby 2019 record: 3-13 Returning starters: MF Damien Miranda, Sr.; DEF Edgar Soto, Sr.; MF Levy Cruz, Sr.; DEF Josh Castaneda, Sr.; MF Erick Quiquivix, Soph.; MF Noad Marhay, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF/DEF Barzee Blama, Fr. Outlook: The Generals look to improve after building some momentum in region play with victories over Archer and Newton. The young team will rely heavily on four senior returning starters in Miranda, Soto, Cruz and Castaneda. SOUTH GWINNETT Coach: Chad Riley 2019 record: 10-4-2, first round of state Returning starters: GK Sebastian Farias, Sr.; MF Christian Hay, Sr.; DEF Justin Theus, Sr.; F Kadeem Agard, Jr.; MF Sekou Agard, Jr.; MF Adrian Cuenca, Jr.; DEF Kevin Portillo-Jimenez, Jr.; MF Tyler Tott, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF Tresor Ngoga, Jr.; MF Robel Abesolom, Fr.; DEF Jorge Evan Remigio, Fr. Outlook: South has been surging as a program in recent seasons, reaching the state quarterfinals in 2018 and winning the 8-AAAAAAA championship last spring. The Comets were disappointed with their early playoff exit, and hope to avenge that this season with a talented lineup featuring last year’s region forward of the year (Kadeem Agard) and defender of the year (Sekou Agard). Region Region7-AAAAAAA 7-AAAAAAA BERKMAR Coach: Joe Dratnol 2019 record: 2-10 Returning starters: DEF Juan Sanchez; DEF Jorge de Jesus; DEF Johan Cabrera; MF Tommy Redd Other key players/newcomers: F Esteban Martinez

Nathan Montini, Soph.; MF Lucas Stevenson, Soph.; DEF Ian McManners, Soph.; DEF/ MF Hayden Crane, Soph.; MF/ DEF Juan Borrego, Soph.; GK Marco Borrego, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF/F Michael Graves, Sr.; MF Josh Mott, Fr.; GK Aiden Anderson, Fr. Outlook: The Wolves hope to rebound from a difficult 2019 season with 12 returning players with experience. Graves adds a boost to the offense after moving into the district in the fall. Region 7-AAA Region 7-AAA

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Wesleyan’s Jonathan Lopez (14) moves the ball during the second half of the 2019 Class A boys soccer state championship match at McEachern High School in Powder Springs. Outlook: The Patriots were young, yet still competitive in region play last season and they figure to be more mature in their quest for a playoff spot in 2020. They also get a nice boost from a junior varsity team that won the county title last spring. BROOKWOOD Coach: Adel Mohsen 2019 record: 8-9 Returning starters: Jake Cartmill; Harbin Ji; Semir Kurtalic; Chris Mendoza; Emeka Terry; Alex Bucio; Nick Guzman Other key players/newcomers: Arun Aguilar; Bart Kulah; Marlon Escobar; Nathan Walker Outlook: The young Broncos are after a bounce-back season after a disappointing 2019 that wasn’t up to the program’s lofty standards. They finished below .500 overall with an uncharacteristic 2-4 mark in region play. A solid group of starters are back in search for better, including veteran playmaker Harbin Ji. CENTRAL GWINNETT Coach: Mike McLean 2019 record: 7-8, first round of state Returning starters: Claudio Godinez; Cris Sanchez; William Palacios; Walter Alfaro Outlook: Central reached the state playoffs’ first round last season, falling 4-3 to Collins Hill in a wild match. The Black Knights don’t have a lot of players back off that team — McLean said it’s the program’s youngest team in years — but one of the returnees is a talented offensive playmaker, Godinez. MEADOWCREEK Coach: Brent Evans 2019 record: 12-7-1, state semifinals Returning starters: MF David Alvarado, Sr.; DEF/ MF Gabriel Flores, Sr.; MF Aldo Garibo, Sr. Other key players/ newcomers: F Jorge Rubio Vega, Jr. Outlook: Meadowcreek has holes to fill in the lineup, but has the experience of a highly successful 2019 season that included a run to the Final Four. Captains Alvardo and Flores are back to lead the offense and defense, while Garibo and Rubio Vega also will be key in the attack. NORCROSS Coach: Frank Pitt 2019 record: 9-8-1, second round of state Returning starters: MF Osvaldo Del Rello, Sr.; DEF Evan Smith, Sr.; DEF Christian Trujillo, Jr.; DEF Joese Flores, Jr.; DEF Luke Gries, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: F Oscar Gamez, Sr.; F Malik Salawu, Soph.; DEF Schuyler Burke, Fr.; MF Alex Chimbanda, Fr. Outlook: The goal for Norcross is the same as last season, compete for a region title and advance past the state playoffs’ second round, where the Blue Devils have been eliminated three of the past four

seasons. Del Rello is an important piece as a two-time captain who started at right back as a sophomore before transitioning to center midfield in 2019 and 2020. PARKVIEW Coach: Danny Klinect 2019 record: 2-13-2 Returning starters: MF Nic Mireles, Sr.; F Jake Klinect, Sr.; F Sam Morales, Sr.; F Mark Torres, Sr.; DEF Josh Taylor, Jr.; DEF/MF Zishan Dodhyani, Sr.; GK Anthony Gomez, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: GK Tyler Parnell, Jr.; MF Jose Ruiz, Jr.; DEF Sam Schaff, Jr.; DEF Tim Avelar, Sr.; DEF Samir Hadi-Cisneros, Sr.; F/MF Ben Lightner, Sr.; MF Jorge Garcia, Sr.; DEF Olu Baker, Jr.; MF Eduardo Simon, Jr.; F Diego Pereira, Soph.; F Bryan Salazar, Jr. Outlook: The Panthers, typically a force at the state level, had a tough 2019 season with 13 losses, including seven by a single goal. They had the lead in six of those seven close losses. An experienced team, with 14 returning players, hopes to return Parkview soccer to prominence. Region Region6-AAAAAAA 6-AAAAAAA COLLINS HILL Coach: Jamie Gleeson 2019 record: 15-4, second round of state Returning starters: Alan Cruz, Sr.; Dominick Charlton, Sr.; Nick Hubbard, Sr.; Alexis Mendoza, Sr.; Marvin Ventura, Sr.; Alejandro Villalba, Sr.; Nour Alamri, Jr.; Mauricio Villalba, Jr.; Kevin Lupercio, Jr.; Emmanuel Gyasi, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: Juan Carmona, Sr.; Khedive Borland, Sr.; Kweisi Borland, Sr.; Justin Thomas, Jr.; Angel Vasquez, Soph.; Christian Ortega, Soph.; Jake Hall, Fr.; Sekou Toure, Fr.; Andrew Cruz, Fr.; Paul Beleiu, Fr. Outlook: Gleeson led the 2019 Eagles to the second round of the state playoffs, where they lost to eventual state champion Lambert. Their 15-win total was the program’s best in the past seven seasons. Collins Hill is after an even better finish, as well as another region title, which it won in 2018. DISCOVERY Coach: Jason Hall 2019 record: 12-4 Returning starters: MF Gerson Salmeron; F Santiago Castro; DEF Kevin Herrera; MF Jay Santos; GK Luis Nunez; F Eddie Vargas Outlook: Discovery has its sights on the first state playoff berth in school history after narrowly missing the postseason last year on a tiebreaker. The Titans, who went undefeated outside of region play, are motivated and talented with standouts like four-year starter Salmeron, top goalscorer Castro and defensive leader Herrera. The veteran roster includes 11 seniors and nine juniors. DULUTH Coach: Angel Adame

2019 record: 3-10-2 Returning starters: Damian Salinas, Jr.; Vacil Gerchev, Sr.; Daniel Rojas, Sr.; Daniel Levine, Soph.; Foussinni Sissoko, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: Diego Ochoa, Jr.; Andersson Macedo, Soph.; Preciuex Siala, Jr. Outlook: A young team has grown up with a large group of returning players, leaving high goals for the Wildcats. Those players are joined by others moving up from a junior varsity team that went 8-0-2 last spring. MILL CREEK Coach: Stephen George 2019 record: 11-4-1, first round of state Returning starters: GK Matthew Shaw, Sr.; DEF Shane Lacina, Sr.; DEF Evan Saylor, Sr.; MF Joseph Aguirre, Sr.; MF/F Nathan Carlson, Sr.; DEF/F Trey White, Jr.; F Lucas Aukofer, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: MF Bradley Coppola, Soph.; MF Mohamed Alsuweydi, Soph.; F Aaron Lowers, Sr.; F Edwin Munevar, Sr. Outlook: Mill Creek plans to challenge for the region title again with a stellar defense, especially with offensive losses off last year’s team. The Hawks lose their top three goal-scorers from last season — two to graduation and one to the U.S. Soccer Development Academy. MOUNTAIN VIEW Coach: Sean Wickham 2019 record: 13-6 Returning starters: GK Will Moore, Sr.; DEF Nicholas Romero, Sr.; DEF Jared Evans, Jr.; MF Rafael Fernandez, Jr.; F T.J. Trueh, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: F Jason Ortiz, Sr.; MF Zaki Obafemi-Carpenter, Sr.; GK Phillipp Jaeger, Jr.; DEF Diego Martinez, Soph.; DEF Matthew Romero, Sr.; DEF Aleksander Harris, Sr.; MF Ezra Hoffman, Soph.; MF Caesar Polanco, Sr. Outlook: The Bears won their first region championship last season, but graduated seven starters. They want to show that title was no fluke, as well as make a better run in the playoffs after being upset by Norcross in the 2019 first round. NORTH GWINNETT Coach: Chris Leone 2019 record: 11-4-1 Returning starters: GK Ben Brink, Sr.; DEF Marvin Rodas, Sr.; DEF Daniel Walsh, Sr.; DEF Cody Leach, Jr.; DEF Joe West, Jr.; MF Pedro Mejia, Sr.; F Juan Penagos, Jr. Other key players/newcomers: F Coleman Sebestyen, Sr.; F Jason Withrow, Jr.; MF Wyatt Wilson, Jr.; MF Damian Segura, Soph. Outlook: North missed the state playoffs despite a successful, 11-win season in 2019 — it lost the wrong games in region play on penalty kicks and came up short in tiebreakers. Because of that, motivation is even higher for the upcoming season. PEACHTREE RIDGE Coach: Ryan Sutton 2019 record: 8-9-1, first

round of state Returning starters: MF Devin Galvan, Sr.; MF Drew Fitton, Sr.; DEF Dennis Lee, Jr.; MF Marcos Cajigas, Jr.; DEF Rio Onwumere, Soph.; F Stefan Shongo, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Carlos Monsalve, Sr.; GK David Aguilar, Sr.; MF Nick Kosut, Jr.; GK Sebastian Zavala, Jr.; DEF Akhil Dahya, Jr.; MF Aayan Verma, Jr.; DEF Amal Patel, Jr.; MF Bryan Placensia, Jr.; DEF Shreyas Patil, Jr.; F Malachi Stewart, Jr.; F Kevin Umana, Soph.; DEF Moises Rosas, Soph.; DEF Andrew Lucisano, Soph.; MF Brian Kim, Soph.; DEF Kaleb Thomas, Soph.; MF Daniel Romero, Fr. Outlook: A young Peachtree Ridge team still made the playoffs for the fourth straight season in 2019, and also tested eventual state runner-up Lakeside-DeKalb in a 1-0 loss in the first round. The return of so many players, coupled with some talented new additions, means lofty expectations this spring.

Region8-AAAAAA 8-AAAAAA Region DACULA Coach: Daniel Starovasnik 2019 record: 8-9-1, second round of state Returning starters: Patrick Greiner; Alex Tapia; Zach Gerks; Andrew Chica; Dylan Pratt; Gabe Prokes; Steve Vasquez; Andrew Rowe Other key players/newcomers: Sam Abunaw; Dean Severy; Joel Pathiranage; Christian Romo Outlook: After fighting to the second round of the state playoffs last season, the Falcons hope to advance deeper this season. A solid group of experienced players return to lead that mission. LANIER Coach: Ezra Crumley 2019 record: 5-10-2 Returning starters: MF Fidel Escamilla, Sr.; DEF/MF Paolo Zapata, Sr.; GK Daniel Guzman-Mendez, Jr.; MF Jonathan Morales, Jr.; F Santiago Mosquera, Soph.; DEF Aymar Ramos, Soph.; DEF Admir Dudakovic, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: F Jaryn Hodge, Sr.; MF Jared Escamilla, Fr.; MF Alex Salazar, Soph. Outlook: Eight Lanier games last season were decided by a single goal, and turning some of those losses into wins is key to reaching the state playoffs. A bigger senior class and other experienced returning players — led by goalkeeper GuzmanMendez — bring high hopes. Senior Hodge is among those stepping in to replace hardworking forward Carlos Servellon, a graduation loss. Region 8-AAAAA Region 8-AAAAA BUFORD Coach: Victor Lane 2019 record: 2-15-1 Returning starters: F Carlos Alvarado, Sr.; F Saul Olvera, Sr.; DEF Caden Tarala, Jr.; DEF Rigo Garcia, Jr.; F/ MF Edgar Ramirez, Jr.; MF Caleb Mott, Soph.; MF/DEF

GREATER ATLANTA CHRISTIAN Coach: Thom Jacquet 2019 record: 17-4 Returning starters: Jake Jordan, Sr.; Mekhi Royes, Sr.; T.J. Tracy, Sr.; Nicolas Veltmaat, Sr.; Cole Bryant, Soph.; Alex Gomas, Soph.; Damola Salami, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: Walker Lewis, Jr.; Beckham Jacquet, Soph.; Parker Wagnon, Soph.; Jackson Rosero, Fr.; Justin Moore, Fr. Outlook: The traditionally strong Spartans figure to be a force in 7-AAA and at the state level again thanks to a mix of experience and young talent. Area 8-A Area 8-A HEBRON CHRISTIAN Coach: Alex Thomas 2019 record: 3-15 Returning starters: DEF Jack Goldschmidt, Sr.; MF Joshua Kim, Sr.; MF Harrison Barnes, Sr.; F Cayden Boyt, Jr.; MF Jones Martin, Soph.; GK/MF Daniel Torres, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: DEF/GK Jered Miller, Jr.; MF Josiah Boot, Jr.; DEF Ben Lillard, Soph.; F Charlie Jacobs, Fr.; MF Jake Redman, Fr.; MF Mason Roberts, Fr.; DEF Nolan Roberts, Fr. Outlook: Six returning starters lead the Lions into one of the state’s most difficult areas. Among the top players back are center back Goldschmidt, a first-team, all-county selection as a junior. PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN Coach: Todd Henry 2019 record: 8-9 Returning starters: MF Luke Bradberry, Sr.; MF Joseph Moussakhani, Sr.; DEF Glenn Fleming, Jr.; DEF Shawn Combs, Jr.; F Brandon Collins, Soph.; F Aaron Lee, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Jonathan Abraham, Jr.; F Pete Bradberry, Jr.; DEF Dean Hufford, Jr.; F Noah Williamson, Jr.; GK Ben Stone, Soph.; MF August Larson, Fr.; MF James Rooney, Fr. Outlook: Providence almost won its first area championship, but lost to Wesleyan in the regular-season finale — the result also kept the Storm from a playoff spot in the difficult Class A Private area. Six starters, some key juniors and a talented freshman hope to push through to state this season. An experienced back line in front of Stone and a solid midfield are the team’s strengths. WESLEYAN Coach: Billy Coxhead 2019 record: 15-6, state champions Returning starters: M Jonathan Lopez, Sr.; MF Javy Martinez, Sr.; F Sammy Johnson, Sr.; MF Fletcher Morris, Jr.; MF Julian Mola, Jr.; DEF Cristo Martinez, Soph.; DEF Alex Cardile, Jr.; GK Aidan Kresl, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF/DEF Julian Fernandez, Sr.; MF/DEF Andrew Bardi, Jr.; DEF Carlos Lopez, Fr.; MF Gabriel Smith, Fr.; MF Max Allgaier, Jr. Outlook: The Wolves defeated Whitefield Academy for the Class A Private state title last spring, but must replace playmaker Liam Coxhead, now at Mercer. However, eight starters are back as Wesleyan attempts to make it out of a tough area with five quality teams (and only two state playoff spots).

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GWINNETT GIRLS SOCCER PREVIEWS Region 8-AAAAAAA Region 8-AAAAAAA ARCHER Coach: Jennifer Crawford 2019 record: 14-4, first round of state Returning starters: MF Vanessa Barbosa, Soph.; DEF Alexa Francis, Jr.; F Bailey Francis, Jr.; GK MaCayla Coulter, Sr.; DEF Emalee Kuthy, Sr.; DEF Hannah Lynn, Sr.; DEF/MF Cassidy Wallace, Sr.; F Aliyah Taylor, Sr.; MF Ash Degny, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Aniyah Collier, Fr.; DEF Kennedy Wofford, Fr.; MF Gracie Tyrrell, Fr.; MF Janya Gonzalez, Fr.; MF Ansley Ramon, Fr. Outlook: Hopes are high for the Tigers thanks to a large group of seniors and juniors returning for a team that made the state playoffs in 2019. The returning players include Kuthy, last year’s 8-AAAAAAA defender of the year, and fellow first-team, all-region selections Alexa Francis, Bailey Francis, Wallace and Taylor. GRAYSON Coach: Rebekah Bullock 2019 record: 8-8-1, first round of state Returning starters: DEF Amber McKinley, Sr.; DEF Aubrey Legner, Sr.; DEF Delany David, Sr.; DEF Maddy Grove, Sr.; MF/F Vanessa Garcia, Sr.; F Jennifer Munger, Sr.; MF Aliyah Cruz, Jr.; DEF Marie Listenbee, Jr.; GK Ajla Cufurovic, Jr.; MF Jocelyn Hill, Soph. Outlook: The traditionally strong Rams want another region title, as well as success at the state level. They fell to West Forsyth last season in the first round. Six seniors, four in the defense, are back to lead the way. SHILOH Coach: Emrah Trumic 2019 record: 1-12 Returning starters: Did not report Other key players/newcomers: Did not report Outlook: The Generals struggled to find offense last season, but they hope for better results this spring. SOUTH GWINNETT Coach: Erwin Equihua 2019 record: 6-10 Returning starters: GK Chloe Newman, Jr.; DEF Egypt Thomas, Jr.; MF Samantha De La Cruz, Jr.; MF Unique Ward, Sr.; DEF Rachel Lindsay, Sr.; MF Jahloni Ross, Sr.; MF Jada Maynard, Sr.; MF Kyah Threlkeld, Jr. Other key players/newcomers: MF Itzia Sanchez, Fr.; DEF Sydney Parham, Fr.; F Jordan Williams, Soph. Outlook: Equihua, who led Rockdale to the 2019 region title, brings high expectations to his new program, which did win four region games last season. A region title for the Comets may not happen right away, but the coach is excited about his team, including playmaker De La Cruz in the midfield and defensive stalwart Lindsay. Ward, who joins the team after basketball season, brings veteran experience. Region Region7-AAAAAAA 7-AAAAAAA BERKMAR Coach: Brian Emsley 2019 record: 2-12 Returning starters: F Ashley Fuentes, Sr.; MF Devani Rodriguez-Rangel, Sr.; DEF Yanet Ruiz-Aragon, Sr.; DEF Katherine Barrita-Anota, Jr.; DEF Cindy Solorzano, Jr.; MF/ DEF Karen Barrita Flores, Jr.; MF Daniella Romero, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: MF Jessica Fuentes, Fr.; GK Nancy Sierra, Fr.; MF/ DEF Nathalie Rios, Soph.; MF Alondra Medrano, Fr.; MF Mia Banos, Fr. Outlook: A strong senior class and an influx of freshman talent have the Patriots eyeing a playoff spot out of 7-AAAAAAA. BROOKWOOD Coach: Chad Carithers 2019 record: 17-4, state semifinals Returning starters: MF Morgan Bentley, Sr.; MF Stella Allen, Soph.; DEF Sara Weaver, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: F Deyonna Groce, Sr.; F Mikayla Ross, Sr.; MF Alexis

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North Gwinnett’s Kendall Varitek (6) and Parkview’s Molly Hickman (8) fight for a loose ball during a 2019 Class AAAAAAA state soccer semifinal game. Rodriguez, Sr.; F Sydney Farr, Soph.; MF Kara Westerfield, Sr.; DEF Kendall Montgomery, Jr.; DEF Lyric Franklin, Jr.; DEF Sayja Hinton, Jr.; MF Trinity Edwards, Jr. Outlook: Graduation and injuries took all but three starters from the Broncos’ Final Four team, leaving Bentley, Allen and Weaver to play huge roles this season. A total of nine players return with varsity experience, though, and Brookwood still aims to make another state playoff run. CENTRAL GWINNETT Coach: Mike Yocca 2019 record: 7-6 Returning starters: MF Abigail Vicencio, Sr.; MF Frida Sandoval, Jr.; DEF Vanessa Lopez, Jr.; F Diamilet Martinez, Jr.; F Maurisia Hodge, Soph.; DEF Devon Kennedy, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF Maria Dominguez, Fr.; MF Guadalupe Dominguez, Fr.; MF Ashley Alvarez, Fr.; DEF Karen Cisneros, Jr. Outlook: Central improved greatly in 2019 after two wins the season before, and earned a pair of region victories. The Black Knights hope that trend continues and leads to a playoff berth. MEADOWCREEK Coach: Michael Nelson 2019 record: 0-16 Returning starters: F Johana Martinez, Jr.; F Crystal Barajas, Soph.; DEF Nicole Ramos, Soph.; MF/DEF Clarivel Lopez, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Fatima Barajas, Fr.; MF Kelly Sanchez, Soph. Outlook: Meadowcreek looks to be more competitive this season behind key players like Lopez and Sanchez. NORCROSS Coach: Ryan Burkhart 2019 record: 12-6, first round of state Returning starters: MF Katie Chuckran, Sr.; DEF Sophia Georgiadis, Sr.; MF Amanda Huseonica, Sr.; MF Annabelle Nowak, Sr.; MF Hayley Foster, Jr.; F Claudia Gatti, Jr.; MF Arden Scourtis, Jr.; DEF/MF Ellie Johnson, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: GK Lillian JohnsonWarren, Sr.; MF/F Morgan Hippeli, Fr.; MF/F Ashley Garcia Miguel, Fr. Outlook: The Norcross seniors have never missed the state playoffs, a streak they plan to continue this season. They also want to have more success in the state playoffs — they lost to Peachtree Ridge in the first round last year — and compete for a region title. The Blue Devils have holes to fill in the defense, but players have stepped in nicely there, Burkhart said. PARKVIEW Coach: Judson Hamby 2019 record: 19-2, state semifinals Returning starters: F Nieva Gaither, Sr.; F Kendra Davis, Sr.; DEF Sydney Mudd, Sr.; F/MF Sabrina Martul, Sr.; F Hope Britt, Sr.; GK Timberly Peters, Jr.; MF/F Molly Hickman, Jr.; DEF Damaris Gaines, Jr.; MF Narissa Gaither, Jr.

Other key players/newcomers: DEF Sophie Stein, Jr.; DEF Emma Owens, Jr.; MF/F Morgan Boone, Sr.; DEF Kelsey Sauers, Sr.; F Madelin Escobar, Soph.; DEF McKenna Sauers, Jr.; GK Madison Wach, Jr.; F/DEF Jada McCray, Soph.; MF Ashtin Barker, Jr.; F Iley Hatchett, Soph.; DEF Caroline Daniel, Fr.; MF Gabby Guardado, Fr.; DEF Eli Fann, Soph. Outlook: Parkview’s 2019 season ended painfully, blowing a late lead to eventual state champion North Gwinnett and losing on penalty kicks in the state semifinals. The loss ended a 40-match unbeaten streak against Georgia opponents. The Panthers are gearing up for another playoff push with a talented lineup that features two-time Daily Post player of the year Nieva Gaither (74 goals, 22 assists the past two seasons) and teammate Davis (18 goals, 13 assists last year). Region Region6-AAAAAAA 6-AAAAAAA COLLINS HILL Coach: Jeff Tinklepaugh 2019 record: 6-11 Returning starters: MF Shea Bonacci, Sr.; F Natalie Alamri, Sr.; DEF Maria Ramirez, Sr.; MF Tamia Jones, Sr.; MF/ DEF Francesca Cattaneo, Jr.; DEF/MF Sofia Lara, Soph.; DEF Marisol Esparza, Soph.; DEF Lisa Gonzales, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF Lily Lee, Jr.; DEF Morgan Williams, Sr.; DEF Anna Hart, Sr.; GK Jordan Engberg, Soph. Outlook: Tinklepaugh hopes an inexperienced lineup can come together and lead the Eagles back to the state playoffs after missing last season for the first time in 10 years. All-region midfielder Bonacci (eight goals, six assists) and all-county defender Lara are among the top returnees, along with Esparza in the defense. The return of Lee, who missed last season with a knee injury, is a big boost. DISCOVERY Coach: Maddie Hoffman 2019 record: 6-8-1 Returning starters: GK Morgan Paulding, Sr.; F Kim Guckert, Sr.; MF Leslie Vazquez, Sr.; MF Jessica Martinez, Jr.; MF Kimmy Altamirano, Jr.; MF Jocelyn Ramos, Soph.; DEF Rubi Jaimes, Jr.; DEF Anaija Roberson, Sr.; DEF Jasmine Turcios, Sr.; MF Theanna Burnett, Soph.; DEF Destiny Bacote, Jr. Other key players/newcomers: Jami Casique; Alycia Thomas Outlook: The Titans had a solid 2019 season, and look for even better this year with an experienced roster returning. DULUTH Coach: Jordan White 2019 record: 7-13 Returning players: GK Hannah Mansfield, Sr.; MF Anna Cate Donelan, Soph.; DEF/MF Mitzie Mejia, Soph.; DEF/MF Alexis Brewington, Sr.; MF/F Kylie Hossom, Jr.; MF Esperanza Aguilar, Jr.; MF Kelly Coraza, Soph.; MF/F Bri

Barrera, Jr.; DEF/MF Karen Ponce, Sr.; DEF/MF Imani Lewis, Sr.; MF Cameron Dukat, Soph.; MF/F Callie Houser, Jr.; MF/F Madeline McCurry, Sr.; DEF Jocelyn Ixcot, Soph.; DEF Zahide Sandoval, Jr.; GK Maria Salazar, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: MF Bridgett Zuniga, Fr. Outlook: A large group of returning players leaves the Wildcats with high hopes for a playoff berth this season. MILL CREEK Coach: Vince Hayes 2019 record: 13-6, first round of state Returning starters: F Ari Aronoff; F Savannah Singleton; F Nicole Ward; MF Brianna Hernandez; MF Ellie McIntyre; MF Morgan Amrozowicz; DEF Kali Zmistowski; DEF Ella Williams Other key players/newcomers: MF Emma Kate Schroll; DEF Alexa Aronoff; F Brooklynn Fugel Outlook: A solid group returns for Hayes, who likes his players’ work rate. The Hawks, who faced a tough first-round matchup in the 2019 playoffs in Parkview, also have a proven goal-scorer back in Aronoff, who had 18 goals in 15 matches. MOUNTAIN VIEW Coach: Donald Macoy 2019 record: 10-7-2, first round of state Returning starters: F Kennedy Jackson, Sr.; DEF Annabel Kesinger, Sr.; MF Katie Reinhart, Sr.; MF Sammy Gurewitz, Sr.; MF Isabel Felger, Sr.; MF Samantha Romaine, Sr.; DEF Briana Williams, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: F/MF Brianna Brown, Sr.; F Savana Schill, Sr.; DEF Arianna Joisil, Jr. Outlook: After breaking through to the state playoffs last year, the Bears plan to return this season. A big senior class is back to lead the way, including leading scorer Jackson (17 goals, four assists). NORTH GWINNETT Coach: Jeff Becker 2019 record: 18-3, state champions Returning starters: GK Kelly Hall, Jr.; DEF Dylan Lamberth, Soph.; DEF Katie McCormack, Jr.; DEF Jewel Lewis, Jr.; MF Kendall Varitek, Sr.; MF Gabby Zapata, Sr.; F Marcela Shartouny, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: F Chandler LewisJenkins, Jr.; MF Alyson Frantz, Sr.; MF Kristen Wischmeier, Sr.; GK Fi Matthee, Sr.; F Bree Barley, Jr. Outlook: North made a surprising run to the state championship last spring in an underdog role, stunning defending champion Parkview in the semifinals and unbeaten Lambert in the finals. The Bulldogs are poised for another successful season with strong group of returning starters, including standout goalie Hall, talented midfielder Varitek and speedy forward Shartouny. PEACHTREE RIDGE Coach: Ashley Veljovic

2019 record: 12-6-1, second round of state Returning starters: GK Annika Lucisano, Sr.; DEF Maddy Bondon, Sr.; DEF Lauren Fisher, Sr.; MF Addison Neel, Soph.; MF Izzy Tosaki, Soph.; F Kendall Hoskins, Sr.; F Dani Henriquez, Jr.; F Hannah Holley, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Bre Kaplan, Sr.; DEF Lauren Walcott, Sr.; MF Jenna Ro, Jr.; MF Sanaa Smith, Jr.; GK Kenda Williams, Jr.; F Mone’t Crear, Jr.; DEF Johanna Olguin, Jr.; DEF Johana Reyes, Soph.; DEF Sara Canzoneri, Soph.; MF Bella Rich, Soph.; DEF Raegan Best, Soph.; DEF Ti Ogunlana, Soph.; MF Ingrid Escobar, Soph.; MF Ava Brenner, Soph.; DEF Valentina Henriquez, Fr. Outlook: The Lions have a new head coach in Veljovic, a Parkview grad who played goalkeeper for the University of Georgia and with England’s national teams. She was promoted from assistant to replace Megan Hill, now the coach at Buford. Veljovic inherits a large group of returning starters, including college signees Bondon (Auburn), Holley (Columbus State) and Hoskins (Kennesaw State). Region Region8-AAAAAA 8-AAAAAA DACULA Coach: Colleen Foy 2019 record: 18-2, state champions Returning starters: GK Michaela English, Jr.; F Arianna Aschenbrenner, Sr.; F Mckeely Fortune, Sr.; DEF Brinley Rawson, Sr.; MF Alexa Ramirez, Jr.; F Christina Haber, Jr.; DEF Brianna Roots, Jr.; DEF Torie Hoffman, Jr. Other key players/newcomers: F Jasmine Calvin, Sr.; F Jaianna Lewis-Kearse, Sr.; MF Lainey Mitchell, Jr.; MF Kaylee Stevens, Jr.; F Janele Adegbuji, Jr.; F Tatyana Machado, Fr. Outlook: The best season in Dacula soccer history by far had a historic ending with a state championship, the program’s first and the first team title for a Falcons team in any sport since 1993. The experience gained in that run, along with some new talent, will help this season, as will the return of English, one of the state’s top goalkeepers. LANIER Coach: Shelby Carlyle 2019 record: 11-9-1, second round of state Returning starters: DEF Ashley Armstrong, Sr.; MF Beth Stiltner, Sr.; DEF Judah Haynes, Jr.; MF Daroly Ramos, Jr.; MF Riley Copeland, Soph.; MF Emily Andrews, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Elizabeth Taliaferro, Sr.; GK Emilie Balli, Soph.; F Heather Johnston, Jr.; DEF Kelsey Schexnayder, Jr.; MF Zoe Zagotti, Fr.; F Crystal Merino, Fr. Outlook: After losing in the 2018 first round, the Longhorns advanced a round deeper in the state playoffs last season, their first with Carlyle as head coach. They hope for a better mark in region play this season (they were 7-4 in 2019), as well as another postseason run.

Region 8-AAAAA Region 8-AAAAA BUFORD Coach: Megan Hill 2019 record: 12-5-3, second round of state Returning starters: GK Maggie Leland, Sr.; DEF Natalie Maurer, Sr.; DEF Chloe Kerr, Jr.; DEF Bayley Skinner, Jr.; MF Ava Sherman, Sr.; F Angie Burgos, Sr.; F Elissy Ponton, Sr.; MF Sydney Borgelt, Sr.; MF Carley Borgelt, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: F Ryan Brooks, Fr.; F Teresa Metz, Fr. Outlook: Hill was previously head coach of a successful program at Peachtree Ridge before being hired by Buford in the offseason. Her first team will be a veteran one with nine seniors, including one of Georgia’s top goalkeepers in Leland, an East Carolina recruit.

Region 7-AAA Region 7-AAA GREATER ATLANTA CHRISTIAN Coach: Tia Graves 2019 record: 13-7-1, state semifinals Returning starters: F Micah Bryant, Soph.; DEF Madison Dickinson, Sr.; MF Payton Gulley, Sr.; MF Courtney Hanft, Sr.; MF Marilee Karinshak, Soph.; GK Molly Pritchard, Soph.; F Madeline Rash, Soph.; DEF Brooke Weaver, Sr.; DEF Kaitlyn Williams, Sr. Other key players/newcomers: MF Motoko Shimoji, Jr.; DEF Reagan Williams, Fr.; F Clarke Sanford, Fr. Outlook: GAC reached last year’s Final Four before falling to eventual state champion Westminster. The senior-heavy Spartans are talented enough for another deep playoff run with top returning players like Kaitlyn Williams, a Brown recruit who has played in every GAC game since her freshman season, and Gulley, a Presbyterian recruit who had nine goals and a team-high 14 assists last season. Area 8-A Area 8-A HEBRON CHRISTIAN Coach: Russell Aguirre 2019 record: 7-10 Returning starters: GK Annie Garner, Sr.; DEF/MF Sydney Harris, Sr.; MF Regan Muldowney, Sr.; F Jadyn Steele, Sr.; DEF/MF Alexia Tatuta, Sr.; DEF/MF Abby Jackson, Jr.; MF/DEF Haley Brown, Jr.; MF/DEF Sofia Bombaloff Moncher, Soph.; MF Brooke Browning, Soph.; DEF Erin Matthews, Soph.; MF/F Malia Melton, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: F/MF Ashley Allen, Sr.; MF/DEF Isabella Rodriguez, Soph.; DEF Claire McGuirt, Soph.; DEF/MF Keely Boyt, Fr.; MF/DEF Addie Martin, Fr.; MF/F Emma Martin, Fr.; MF Ella Moore, Fr.; MF/F Lily Morgan, Fr.; GK/MF Keira Oliver, Fr.; DEF Bailey Rogers, Fr. Outlook: Hebron is prepared to battle for a coveted playoff spot in a difficult area behind a large group of returning starters, as well as an influx of young talent. PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN Coach: Brian Brewer 2019 record: 8-7 Returning starters: GK Leila Moss, Sr.; MF Hannah Stewman, Sr.; MF/F Heidi Whitten, Soph.; DEF Ansley Larson, Sr.; MF/F Myra Newhouse, Jr. Other key players/newcomers: F Makayla Postma, Sr.; MF Maisy Hufford, Jr.; F/MF Betty Belew, Fr.; DEF Stephanie Fulleda, Soph.; DEF Liya Seife, Fr.; DEF Kaiya Pringle, Sr. Outlook: Brewer looks to mesh veteran players with young talent and find a way into the state playoffs. The experience returnees include goalie Moss, a LaGrange signee, and captains Larson and Stewman. WESLEYAN Coach: Guillermo Vallejo 2019 record: 12-6-2, state champions Returning starters: F Teagan Wilkenloh, Soph.; F Ashley Cowart, Sr.; F Lucy Mitchell, Sr.; DEF Ashley Binney, Jr.; DEF Lindsey Suits, Jr.; MF Lilly Tapp, Jr.; F Bella Barnes, Sr.; MF Kaitlyn Bobo, Soph. Other key players/newcomers: DEF Ansley Morehouse, Jr.; F Emily Becker, Sr.; DEF Marissa Lambert, Soph.; F Emma Symonds, Sr.; DEF Jocelyn Lopez, Soph.; GK Grace Elsevier, Soph.; DEF Christina McCoy, Fr.; DEF Anna-Sophia Pinson, Fr.; DEF Sofia Martin, Fr.; DEF Kyla Richardson, Fr.; MF Cady Triplett, Fr.; MF Bella Wadkins, Fr.; DEF Maddie Parsonnet, Jr.; GK Grace Carroll, Jr. Outlook: Wesleyan’s 2019 state championship was its second in a three-year span, and both titles were led by Mitchell, a Notre Dame signee. She had 36 goals and 28 assists as a freshman for a state title team, didn’t play high school soccer as a sophomore and returned last year with 22 goals and 13 assists. She is one of eight returning regulars for the Wolves.

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MORGAN BENTLEY School: Brookwood Class: Senior Twitter handle: None College choice: Louisville Best Gwinnett soccer player not Morgan on my team is: Bentley Parkview’s Nieva Gaither Song that gets me ready for a match: “Can’t Say” by Travis Scott Favorite soccer player: Crystal Dunn Favorite athlete: Sydney McLaughlin Favorite restaurant: Cheesecake Factory Favorite teacher: Jesse Hancock Noteworthy: ♦ Excelled as holding midfielder for the Broncos ♦ Also won 2019 state title in the triple jump for the track and field team Coach Chad Carithers’ take: “Morgan is an excellent soccer player, but an even better athlete. She has been playing varsity soccer and running track since she was a freshman. The way she has been able to handle both at the same time and miss minimal time is such a testament to the kind of person she is. From Day 1, she has communicated to us coaches as to everything she is doing and that has made playing two sports at the same time easy for (track and field) Coach (Eric) Rovie and myself. I look forward to watching the success she will have her senior year and the next four years at Louisville.”

Noteworthy: ♦ Had 18 goals and 13 assists last season ♦ All-county and all-region selection Coach Judson Hamby’s take: “Kendra had a tremendous junior year for our program and we are hoping for those consistent standards to be carried out in her final high school season. She continues to improve all areas of her game and before she has a huge impact on Presbyterian next year she and the team are motivated by their unfinished business.” MICHAELA ENGLISH School: Dacula Class: Junior Twitter handle: @michaelareese_ College choice: Georgia Southern Best Gwinnett Michaela soccer player not on my team is: English Parkview’s Nieva Gaither Song that gets me ready for a match: “Sedona” by Houndmouth Favorite soccer player: Lydia Williams Favorite athlete: Manuel Neuer Favorite restaurant: Yoder’s Restaurant Favorite teacher: James Williams (chorus) and Allison Zoino (AP chemistry) Noteworthy: ♦ Posted five shutouts in five playoff games last season ♦ Helped Falcons to the program’s first state title and school’s first team state championship in any sport since 1993 Coach Colleen Foy’s take: “Michaela is an outstanding athlete, student, leader and person. She is a beast in the goal, which was proven last year with her five straight shutouts in the run to the state championship. She has a great knowledge of the game and can use her feet very well, which gives the team numerous opportunities and advantages. She has a no-fear mentality combined with an insane work ethic. She will practice before school when she hasn’t gotten her keeper training in, and always leads the pack in conditioning. The team relies on her for so much more than her position, even though that would be enough. She is smart, talented and a leader in the school. Players, and people, like Michaela do not come around very often, and I am very thankful that I have the opportunity to coach her.”

MADDY BONDON School: Peachtree Ridge Class: Senior Twitter handle: @maddybondon2 College choice: Auburn Best Gwinnett Maddy soccer player not Bondon on my team is: Parkview’s Nieva Gaither Song that gets me ready for a match: “Life Is Good” by Future Favorite soccer player: Julie Ertz Favorite athlete: Kobe Bryant Favorite restaurant: Luciano’s Favorite teacher: Coach Douglas Noteworthy: ♦ Anchored a defense that had eight shutouts ♦ Was the Region 6-AAAAAAA midfielder of the year as a sophomore NIEVA GAITHER Coach Ashley Veljovic’s take: School: Parkview “Maddy is the type of player and Class: Senior person that every coach wants on Twitter handle: their team. She is a great leader and None her work ethic is always top notch. College choice: Furman Players constantly turn to her for help Best Gwinnett and advice. She is a versatile player Nieva soccer player not and adds value wherever she is on Gaither on my team is: the field. She has been a major asset to our program since her freshman Brookwood’s year. I am excited to see where she Morgan Bentley will help lead this team this season.” Song that gets me ready for a match: “Hall of Fame” by The Script Favorite soccer player: Mo Salah KENDRA DAVIS Favorite athlete: Serena Williams School: Parkview Class: Senior Favorite restaurant: Chick-fil-A Twitter handle: Favorite teacher: Laura Oliver @kendraalashay Noteworthy: College choice: ♦ Had a school-record 37 goals and 11 assists Presbyterian ♦ Two-time Daily Post player of the Best Gwinnett Kendra soccer player not year also had 37 goals and 11 assists Davis on my team is: as a sophomore for a state title team Coach Judson Hamby’s take: Brookwood’s Morgan Bentley “Nieva has been everything and more Song that gets me ready for a for Parkview soccer the past three match: “All I Do Is Win” by D.J. years in impacting this state. We are excited to be getting her back for one Khaled more year with her motivation as high Favorite soccer player: Kylian Mbappe as ever. She is the humble warrior Favorite athlete: Serena Williams and represents our school on and off the field with her character and Favorite restaurant: Red Lobster leadership.” Favorite teacher: Ms. Campbell

BONDON From B1 senior season as Peachtree Ridge mixes in a new head coach — Veljovic was promoted from assistant in the offseason — and young talent around a handful of experienced high school players. “Definitely winning region is our main goal, then we take it one game at a time from there,” Bondon said. “We’re a young team. We had a lot of people graduate last year. We’re developing younger kids early in the season so we’re solid and we can make a run for it.”

The high school soccer experience has been enjoyable, Bondon said, for the friendships she made, for the team successes and for how it has helped her improve. “It’s been really fun,” Bondon said. “I’ve been able to go against people who are now playing in college at KSU (Kennesaw State) like Erin Harris and Kam Downs as a freshman, that really challenged me and really showed me what a college athlete looks like. Being able to go against them and get their words of advice, as well as from Jozy Morche (who plays at Murray State), they’ve all been really great mentors for me. It’s been really fun. I’ve been

LUCY MITCHELL School: Wesleyan Class: Senior Twitter handle: @ lucymitchell99 College choice: Notre Dame Best Gwinnett soccer player not Lucy on my team is: Michell Parkview’s Nieva Gaither Song that gets me ready for a match: “Sweet But Psycho” Favorite soccer player: Harry Kane Favorite athlete: Dansby Swanson Favorite restaurant: St. Cecelia Favorite teacher: Glenn Archer Noteworthy: ♦ Had 22 goals and 13 assists for the state champions ♦ Had school records for goals and points in 2017 with 36 goals, 28 assists for state title team Coach Guillermo Vallejo’s take: “Lucy is one of the most dynamic athletes that we have had the privilege to coach. She leads her teammates by her relentless effort and desire to win. Her work ethic in practices and games is unmatched and she raises the level of play of her teammates. She is a constant encouragement and support to her teammates. It has been a joy to have had all three of the Mitchell girls in our Wesleyan soccer program over the years.” BOYS

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KADEEM AGARD School: South Gwinnett Class: Junior Twitter handle: @AgardKadeem College choices: Mercer, DePaul, Appalachian State Kadeem Best Gwinnett Agard soccer player not on my team is: Grayson’s Satchel Hart Song that gets me ready for a match: “Bring ‘Em Out” Favorite soccer player: Moise Kean Favorite athlete: Cristiano Ronaldo Favorite restaurant: Chick-fil-A Favorite teacher: Mrs. Mayfield Noteworthy: ♦ Scored 19 goals as a sophomore ♦ All-county and 8-AAAAAAA forward of the year Coach Chad Riley’s take: “Kadeem is a player that every coach would love to have on their team. He always has a smile on his face and loves to have fun. He works hard day in and day out and it has shown in his two years at South Gwinnett. Kadeem is an extremely talented soccer player. He has the speed and the skill to score at any moment of a game. His size, speed and physicality are big assets both in the air and in one vs. one situations. Kadeem has started and played every game as a forward since his freshman season. He was the leading goal scorer last season with 19 goals, 15 coming in region play. Kadeem was voted unanimously as the Player of the Year for the region as a forward, making the all-region first team. He also received recognition for being our all county player with Gwinnett’s Goal Club. I look forward to seeing what he will do with the help of a stronger attacking front this season.” SEKOU AGARD School: South Gwinnett Class: Junior Twitter handle: @sekouagard College choices: Mercer, DePaul, Appalachian State, Sekou Colgate Agard Best Gwinnett soccer player not on my team is: Discovery’s Gerson Salmeron Song that gets me ready for a match: “Clicc Clacc” by NLE Choppa

able to play center mid some, being able to score goals as well as defend. Scoring is always a lot of fun. I enjoy playing in front of the crowd in high school. “It’s sad (to finish high school). I’m happy to be a senior and I’m happy to go on. But Peachtree Ridge has been such a big part of me the last four years. I need to leave the younger kids with what Erin Harris and Kam Downs and Jozy did for me, an example of what Peachtree Ridge soccer is all about. There’s a standard. We win. I want to instill that in them and have the winning culture at Peachtree Ridge continue.”

Favorite soccer player: Virgil Van Dijk Favorite athlete: Lionel Messi Favorite restaurant: Chick-fil-A Favorite teacher: Mrs. Mayfield Noteworthy: ♦ Center back, team MVP anchored Comets’ defense ♦ All-county and 8-AAAAAAA defender of the year Coach Chad Riley’s take: “Sekou is one of the most versatile players I have seen. He can literally play any position on the field. He played a big role in our region championship last season. When Sekou is called upon, he isn’t afraid to step up and can make things happen. Sekou has started and played every game as a defender since his freshman season. His size and speed help anchor our back line, where his presence is known by opposing teams. Sekou is one of the hardest working players on the team and will do anything asked of him on or off the field. He was voted player of the year for defenders and made the all-region first team last season. Sekou also earned our Scholar Athlete Award for Gwinnett’s Goal Club. Sekou is a joy to have around both on and off the field. He strives to make everyone around him better. Having a player like him on your team is definitely a gift. I’m excited to see what he will do this season as we hope to get Sekou more involved in our attack teaming up with his twin brother, Kadeem.” ALAN CRUZ School: Collins Hill Class: Senior Twitter handle: @Alannncruzz College choices: Kennesaw State, Georgia State Alan Cruz Best Gwinnett soccer player not on my team is: Dacula’s Dylan Pratt Song that gets me ready for a match: “Sum 2 Prove” by Lil Baby Favorite soccer player: Neymar Favorite athlete: Kobe Bryant Favorite restaurant: Chili’s Favorite teacher: Ms. Mac Noteworthy: ♦ Two-year captain, four-year starter has 14 goals, 20 assists in career ♦ Two-time, first-team all-region Coach Jamie Gleeson’s take: “Alan is one of those elite guys who can change the flow of a game with a single moment of brilliance and that’s exactly what he has consistently done for the past three years as a varsity starter. The path to maturity for him has been astonishing to watch and I couldn’t be happier or more proud to see him grow into a leader not only on the field, but in the classroom as well. Alan brings intensity and passion into everything he does and is at the center of our aspirations to bring home a region and state championship this season. Overall, Alan is a guy that we love having in our program and is continuously looking to achieve all that he can in order to leave a legacy at The Hill.” CLAUDIO GODINEZ School: Central Gwinnett Class: Junior Twitter handle: @ Claudio23G College choice: Undecided Best Gwinnett Claudio soccer player not Godinez on my team is: Lanier’s Jeryn Hodges Song that gets me ready for a match: “Eternal Way” by Sex Whales Favorite soccer player: Neymar Jr. Favorite athlete: Cristiano Ronaldo Favorite restaurant: Chipotle Favorite teacher: Mr. Johansen Noteworthy: ♦ Three-year starter and team captain Coach Mike McLean’s take:

“Claudio is an explosive and very skilled soccer player that loves to run at defenders with pace and take them on. He has the confidence and ability to get out of tight spaces in the midfield and score goals in a variety of ways. Claudio is also a fantastic student at Central Gwinnett and maintains a high GPA. His teachers speak highly of him and enjoy having his charismatic personality in their classroom. Looking forward to watching him lead our team and have a successful year.” SATCHEL HART School: Grayson Class: Senior Twitter handle: None College choices: Lewis University, Guilford College, Shaw University, Satchel Carson-Newman Hart University, Wilmington College, Piedmont College, LaGrange College Best Gwinnett soccer player not on my team is: Collins Hill’s Alan Cruz Song that gets me ready for a match: “Sum 2 Prove” by Lil Baby Favorite soccer player: Casemiro Favorite athlete: LeBron James Favorite restaurant: Red Lobster Favorite teacher: Sonya Scott, Spanish Noteworthy: ♦ Four-year varsity player and twoyear captain ♦ First-team all-county and all-region Coach Lee Duggan’s take: “Satchel has been a fantastic player for Grayson and has made a major contribution to our program. He is a four-year varsity starter and has played at multiple positions across the back line. He has been a key part of two region championship winning teams and has been selected allregion and all-county during his time at Grayson. Satchel has been a team captain for the last two seasons and is an excellent role model, both on and off the field, to our younger guys. We were thankful to have him here at Grayson and we hope his senior season will be a continuation of his previous success.” HARBIN JI School: Brookwood Class: Senior Twitter handle: @ harbinji21 College choices: Georgia, Georgia Tech Best Gwinnett Harbin Ji soccer player not on my team is: Collins Hill’s Alan Cruz Song that gets me ready for a match: “Oh My Dis Side” by Travis Scott Favorite soccer player: Frenkie de Jong Favorite athlete: Kobe Bryant Favorite restaurant: WNB Factory Favorite teacher: John Chvatal Noteworthy: ♦ First-team all-county and all-region last season ♦ Also all-county and all-region as a sophomore when he had 10 goals, including seven game-winners, and five assists Coach Adel Mohsen’s take: “Harbin is a supremely talented player as well as a student representing our great school. He strives to work hard in the classroom as well as the soccer field. He has matured into a great leader over the course of the two years I have been his coach. I can see this year he is focused on doing whatever is needed to be done to help our team be successful. I feel confident to say that he is going to have a tremendous senior year and help our younger players with confidence and guidance.”

Peachtree Ridge senior Maddy Bondon, an Auburn signee, is one of the state’s best defenders in girls soccer. ♦ Dale Zanine

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GWINNETTSCENE BASEBALL Ongoing through Feb. 7: Hebron Community Sports’ youth baseball program is accepting registration through Feb. 7 for the upcoming season. Fee for pre-TBall is $125 and fee for all other divisions is $170. Registration is available under the community sports menu at www. hebronlions.org.

GOLF Ongoing through Feb. 17: Online registration for the Gwinnett-based Middle School Golf League’s spring season begins Feb. 1 and runs through Feb. 17. Participation is limited to the first 100 players who register for the league, which begins play in March and continues through the end of May. Events are typically on Sunday afternoons and all skill levels are welcome. Players are assigned teams based on middle school attendance and receive golf shirts with their middle school or feeder high school colors. Play during the spring season will be at Dacula’s Trophy Club of Apalachee, Lawrenceville’s Collins Hill Golf Course, Loganville’s Cedar Lake Golf Course, Monroe’s Bear Creek Golf Course and Snellville’s County Club of Gwinnett and Summit Chase Country Club. Sign-ups are available at www. middleschoolgolfleague.com. For more information, email Les Witmer at lawitmer@ comcast.net.

MISC. Feb. 27: Legendary Florida State football coach Bobby Bowden will be the featured speaker at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Gwinnett County Banquet on Feb. 27. The event, hosted at North Metro Baptist Church in Lawrenceville, raises money for FCA Gwinnett and its outreach programs. Sponsorship opportunities for various levels and table and seat tickets are available. For more information or to purchase sponsorships or tickets, email Curt Bazemore at curtwbaze@gmail.com.

Getting To Know ... Tyler Maloof

Having grown up with a father, uncle and grandfather who are or were head football coaches, it’s comes as no surprise that athletics and coaching, specifically in football, have been a major influence on Tyler Maloof’s life. Now in his seventh season on the football coaching staff at his alma mater, where he serves as quarterbacks coach under his father, Norcross head coach Keith Maloof, and on the staff with his brother, ninth-grade coach Tanner Maloof, the two-sport standout and former University of Georgia baseball pitcher spoke recently with Daily Post staff writer David Friedlander. Among the topics they discussed include the influence Maloof’s father, uncle (former Meadowcreek and Dacula coach Kevin Maloof) and grandfather (Hall of Fame St. Pius X coach George Maloof) have had on him on and off the field, as well as his promising baseball career that was cut short by injury. DF: You’ve been back at Norcross about six or seven years now. Seems like yesterday that I was covering some of your football and baseball games as a player. Does it seem that long to you? TM: It really doesn’t. It’s kind of flown by. It really has. I left UGA in the fall of 2013. DF: As I remember, you had a really good baseball career in college, including tying Georgia’s single-season record for saves. In fact, you were drafted in the later rounds of the 2011 draft by the Cleveland Indians, but elected to come back to Georgia before running into injury issues. Yet I get the feeling you have no regrets about your decision at the time. TM: No, not at all. It’s been cool fo follow some of my teammates who have gone to the minor leagues and some who are now playing in the big leagues (including Peachtree Ridge grad Jared Walsh and former Atlanta Braves and current Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Alex Wood). (The signing bonus) wasn’t life-changing money when I got drafted, and we had a really good team coming back (in 2012), and I wanted to be a part of it. If I’d had a better year and not gotten hurt, I think I would’ve had that opportunity to go chase that dream. I knew, kind of, that baseball wasn’t everything I wanted (to do). I knew I wanted to coach and teach at some point. That

Norcross quarterbacks coach Tyler Maloof is a former two-sport standout for the Blue Devils who has returned to join the football staff to coach under his father, head coach Keith Maloof, following a strong college baseball career at Georgia. was kind of what I was really passionate about. DF: It does seem a little strange that you went on and played baseball in college, and yet you’re back at Norcross coaching only football. TM: I’m enjoying my spring. (laughs) I mean, I’ve always been passionate about football. I love football. I just happened to be a little better at baseball. Baseball paid the bills. DF: Take us back to your football playing days, if you would. How different is it now coaching with your dad now from playing for him back in the day? TM: I knew you were going to ask that question, so I’ve been thinking about it. Really, not much has changed. He’s still really hard on me, I think. But it is different coaching with him. It’s been unique because we haven’t had a lot of turnover at Norcross. So (defensive coordinator Pat) Standard, (defensive tackles) Coach (Corey) Richardson, Coach (defensive backs/speical teams coach Heath) Herron — almost all the defensive staff are the same since when I played. That has probably been the biggest difference about working with some of my coaches. But at the same time, my dad tried to treat everybody the same. He’s always kind of treated me the same. He’s asked me to work hard and do well, and I’ve tried to do that. DF: Let’s go back even further. With your dad and uncle and grandfather all being head coaches, were there any expectations in

RUNNING Ongoing through April 28: Registration is available for the Dr. Frank Cox Run the Hill 5K, which will be held May 9 at Collins Hill High School to benefit the school’s athletic programs. The race begins at 8 a.m. and cost is $25. The race is named in honor of Cox, the longtime pastor of North Metro Baptist Church and a longtime supporter of Collins Hill athletics. For more information, email RuntheHill5k2020@ gmail.com. Registration is available at https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/ Suwanee/DrFrankCoxRuntheHill5K.

SOFTBALL Feb. 8: The Collins Hill Softball Winter Clinic will be held from 9 a.m. to noon at Collins Hill Park with Eagles head coach Adam Newland and former National Pro Fastpitch players Alex Hugo and Taylor Schlopy Hugo. The two pro players are former standouts for the Georgia Bulldogs and both have national team experience. Cost is $50 per camper and open to players ages 8 to 14. Registration and more information is available at www. chhssoftball.com.

SWIMMING Ongoing through April 30: The Gwinnett County Swim League, featuring neighborhood-based teams throughout the county, offers summer teams at various pools around the area. Swim teams are open to those as young as 4 up through the age of 18, and proper strokes and technique are taught by the teams. Several teams also offer a bubble/beginner program to teach youngsters how to swim. Official registration dates are set by each GCSL team and information on each team is available at gcsl.swimtopia.com/about. ♦♦♦ Feedback • Will Hammock, Sports Editor: will.hammock@gwinnettdailypost.com • Christine Troyke, Staff Writer: christine.troyke@gwinnettdailypost.com • David Friedlander, Staff Writer: david.friedlander@gwinnettdailypost.com • To report scores, call 770-339-5850 • To subscribe, call 770-963-9205 or go to gwinnettdailypost.com

following their footsteps? I mean, this is something you obviously wanted to do, but being in a family of coaches, did you feel any expectations to go into coaching?’ TM: You know, going to college, I really didn’t think about coaching at all (early on). I have a business degree. I have a degree in finance. I thought that’s what I wanted to do. Then the further along I got into it, I mean, my dad never one time pressured me teaching and coaching. If anything, it was the opposite. He was wanting me to (explore) doing something different. But I knew that having a business degree, I could still teach and coach at the end of the day. So it’s something I wanted to do. After playing baseball, I worked for the UGA football team (as a graduate assistant) for two years, and I wanted to teach and coach. DF: Now it seems pretty obvious your dad is going to have some influence on you. But what about your uncle and grandad? What kind of influence have they had on you, not only coaching, but going back into your playing days? TM: Growing up, my uncle was at Dacula so long. He was always associated with Dacula. My grandfather was at St. Pius for so long, so he’s always been associated with St. Pius. Now my dad’s been at Norcross close to 20 years. I think that’s really cool, and that’s always kind of had an impression on me, not just about winning football games, but it’s so much about the community. It’s so much about the people. At the end

of the day, it’s about the kids. Growing up, especially being at Norcross and seeing my peers and how much of an impact my dad, my uncle, my grandpa had on kids and football players, I think that was something that drove me to get into coaching. DF: If I may ask further about the Maloof family dynamic, I know it’s kind of hard to separate it from sports, but how big an influence did they all have on you outside the athletic realm? TM: It’s had a big impact. Being in Georgia and living not far from that side of the family and getting to see them a lot, probably more compared to other people, that’s been big. Just around the holidays and getting together as a family, a lot of it, as you said, is centered around football and sports, but I think one things that I always remember growing up is my dad never missed anything. He coached me in baseball every spring when he finished with football. He was at my (youth) football practices. I mean, originally, I wanted to do that college thing, and after spending two years, it really helped make that decision going into high school knowing my dad was there for everything — coached me in baseball, was at all my baseball and basketball games. I mean, everything growing up, he didn’t miss. That was really important to me. DF: Something that just occurred to me. Your granddad played his college football at Georgia Tech, and I’m sure there was a very strong Yellow Jackets influence in the family. So how did your decision to attend and play at Georgia go over? Did any friendly needling go on with regard to the rivalry? TM: My uncle went to Tech and played at Tech a little bit, and my dad played at West Georgia, but he grew up a big Tech fan — both of them, obviously. Growing up in Winder, 20 minutes outside of Athens, I grew up a Tech fan. All of my friends were Georgia fans, … so I was the token Tech fan (around the neighborhood). But I really don’t remember it being too big of a deal. My dad probably had the better perspective on it. And I always remember my grandad saying, ‘Whatever pays the bills.’ That’s all that mattered. I don’t know that I ever got him in picture with a Georgia hat on. I think my dad wore a Georgia shirt the four years I was there.

IN BRIEF Grayson’s Reynolds commits to Florida Gators

to back-to-back state semifinal appearances his final two seasons. As a senior, he had 43 catches for 713 yards and 12 touchdowns on Wide receiver Daejon Reynolds, fresh off offense and three interceptions on defense. a huge junior season at Central Gwinnett, Grayson’s Bost accepts EKU offer announced his commitment to the Florida Gators football program on Monday, his Grayson senior Jadyn Bost accepted an 17th birthday. offer Sunday from the Eastern Kentucky Reynolds has transferred to Grayson, where University football program. he will play the 2020 season. The 6-foot-3, 240-pounder is a prospect The 6-foot-2, 190-pounder excelled at wide as a defensive lineman. receiver and defensive back for the Black Knights, earning first-team all-county honClark Atlanta lands Adams, ors from the Daily Post as a junior. He was the Touchdown Club of Gwinnett’s wide reGwinnett’s top passer ceiver of the year for the 2019 season. Reynolds led Gwinnett with 88 catches for Central Gwinnett quarterback Skylar Ad1,534 yards and 14 touchdowns last season. ams committed this weekend to the Clark He had 61 tackles and three interceptions as Atlanta University football program. a defensive back. The senior completed 194 of 341 passes for He is a four-star recruit in the 247Sports. a Gwinnett-best 3,092 yards last season. He com composite rankings, which have him as threw for 28 touchdowns. the No. 19 junior in Georgia.

Buford wrestlers win 8-AAAAA title Buford’s wrestling team won the Region 8-AAAAA championship Saturday over runner-up Walnut Grove and third-place Loganville. Nick Cambria, Tyler Henley, Dylan Bozoian, Nick Stonecheck, Charlie Darracott, Blaine Bergey, Evan DiMaggio and Jacob Smith won individual region titles for the Wolves, who qualified all 14 wrestlers for the sectional tournament. Buford’s other top placers were Luis Abonza (second), Nick Buffo (third), Hunter Phillips (third), J.T. McCullough (third), Hector Garcia (third) and Jacob Downing (third).

Dacula’s Mumpfield commits to Akron Dacula senior Konata Mumpfield committed Monday to the University of Akron football program. Mumpfield was a standout player at wide receiver and defensive back during his high school career, earning All-Region 8-AAAAAA honors and second-team all-county honors from the Daily Post. He helped the Falcons

Kennesaw State earns commitment from Titans’ Rochester

Hawks’ Phillips to play for Alcorn State Mill Creek senior Mar’ria Phillips committed to the Alcorn State University (Miss.) volleyball program. Phillips is a prospect at outside hitter and right-side hitter.

Rams’ Maisonave headed to Berry Grayson senior Jonahan Maisonave announced his commitment Monday to the Berry College football program. Maisonave, a running back recruit, earned the Touchdown Club of Gwinnett’s Kevin Maloof Award, for a player who puts team above himself, as a senior.

Buford’s Johnson commits to Pikeville

Buford senior Justice Johnson made a commitment over the weekend to the Pikeville University (Ky.) football program. Kennesaw State’s football program landed Johnson is a 6-foot-1, 195-pound wide a commitment over the weekend from Disreceiver. covery senior Anthony Rochester. The 6-foot, 180-pound defensive back was a first-team, All-Region 6-AAAAAAA selection Grayson’s Brice transferring to Duke last season. He had 78 tackles for the Titans. Former Clemson quarterback Chase Brice announced Sunday on Twitter that he is Eagles’ Pointno chooses transferring to Duke. Tennessee State Brice took an official visit to Durham, N.C., this weekend before committing to Collins Hill senior Peyton Fointno com- the Blue Devils. mitted this weekend to the Tennessee State Due to graduate in May, Brice will be eliUniversity softball program. gible to play in 2020 and will have two seaFointno, a shortstop, hit .305 as a senior sons of eligibility remaining. for the Eagles. Brice appeared in 13 games in 2019 as the backup to Trevor Lawrence. He completed Discovery’s Roundtree commits to 50 of 85 passes for 581 yards and four touchdowns and rushed 14 times for 94 yards and Kentucky Christian one score. He played in 12 games for the Tigers in Discovery senior Elijah Roundtree announced his commitment to the Kentucky 2018, completing 32 of 51 passes for 442 Christian University football program over yards with five TDs and three interceptions. He added 93 yards on 16 carries. the weekend. — Field Level Media, The wide receiver prospect had 16 catches for 178 yards and a touchdown as a senior. staff reports

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