Coyote Insider Edition 18

The Coyote Insider Edition #18

SEPTEMBER APRIL 2023 2025

UPCOMING EVENTS MAY PINNINGS

2025 COMMENCEMENT

CAREER CLOSET MAKEOVER

HISTORIC ALMA MATER RECORDED

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CAREER CLOSET TRANSFORMED More than 40 volunteers from H-E-B descended on the Career Closet at LSC-Kingwood on April 11th to help transform the closet into a larger space.

The build-out of the Career Closet, which is in the Career and Transfer (CAT) Center, was also made possible thanks to a community donation from H-E-B. The grocery chain provided $7,310 to the college to put toward rebuilding the space.

The Career Closet provides professional clothing items for students who may not be able to afford them. They are then able to use the clothing for job interviews or career-related events or activities. The closet now also boasts a separate dressing room as well. A ribbon cutting will be held at a later date. More pics here.

Message from Dr. Melissa Gonzalez President LSC-Kingwood

Hello, Coyotes!

We are in the final stretch before many of our students will walk across the stage and into the world with a new degree or certificate and hopefully on a path to new beginnings.

But students don’t get to that point without incredible support from faculty, staff, and support systems at the college. It’s a team effort and we can’t wait to see it pay off!

So, congrats, Grads, and we look forward to your continued success!

-- Go Coyotes!

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PROCESS TECHNOLOGY CENTER TEAMS FACE OFF IN NATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING SKILLS COMPETITION Two teams from the Lone Star College-Process Technology Center competed in the North American Process Technology Alliance’s Troubleshooting Skills Competition (TSC) earlier this month.

Led by coach and Process Technology Instructor John Moody, the LSC teams, “MilliAmps” and “Dynamic Diagnostics,” were among the top 12 highest-scoring teams of the qualifying rounds of the TSC. The Troubleshooting Skills Competition was created to allow advanced Process Technology students to demonstrate their hands-on skills in real-time process problem solving. These skills are imperative for those in the industry to ensure understanding of the processes and keep workers safe.

Teams from educational institutions from across the country competed for the “NAPTA Troubleshooting Champions” title.

“It's very exciting,” shared Team Captain Delynn Hodges. “Even if we don't make it to number one, I'm still just very excited to get that experience, to be able to communicate with other people that have similar interests.”

The teams competed in the National Competition on April 24th and 25th at San Jacinto College in Pasadena, Texas. While they did not win, they had the chance to network with industry representatives and participate in team-building activities and hands-on exercises, gaining valuable experience in the field.

“Going into this program, I really didn't know anything about this industry and really, anything at all about how this stuff works,” shared Cameron Franklin. “I remember my first class my first semester, I was like they’re speaking a different language in here, but I’ve learned a lot and it’s grown on me. It's a lot more interesting than I anticipated to be. I'm really excited for the future.”

Team MilliAmps: Cameron Franklin, Marc Alexis, & Cameron Seyler (Team Captain)

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Team Dynamic Diagnostics – Andrew Bedford, Delynn Hodges (Team Captain), & Matthew Begnaud

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PROCESS TECHNOLOGY CENTER STUDENTS VISIT WATER WORKS FACILITY IN HOUSTON On April 4th, Process Technology students and Instrumentation Technology interns had the opportunity to tour the Water Works facility in Houston. They traveled to the complex, went through an orientation, toured the facility, and learned in detail how the entire complex operates. The experience allowed them to get a first hand look at real life application of their studies.

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PROCESS TECHNOLOGY CENTER HOSTS OPEN HOUSE The LSC-Process Technology Center hosted an Open House on April 24th. Attendees were able to learn about the programs and training opportunities the center offers. They also had a chance to meet instructors and staff.

PROCESS TECHNOLOGY CENTER CRAWFISH BOIL The Crawfish Boil was a big hit with students at the Process Technology Center on April 29th. The staff at the center cooked up some crawfish and all the fixings. It was also an opportunity for students and staff to connect and get to know one another.

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LONE STAR COLLEGE-KINGWOOD OPEN HOUSE Around 150 people attended the Open House at LSC-Kingwood on April 8th. Participants were able to learn about registration, financial aid, campus resources, and programs offered. You can see more pictures here.

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TRANSFER FAIR Various four-year universities set up on campus for students to explore transfer options. What a great opportunity for students to ask questions about what to expect if they transfer. Find more pictures here.

CAREER & INTERNSHIP FAIR For those interested in exploring workforce or career opportunities, employers from around the Houston area offered advice, and assistance with resumes and job searches. Find more pictures from the event here.

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NURSING CAREER FAIR Representatives from more than 15 colleges with RN-BSN programs were on hand to meet with students during the Nursing Career Fair at LSC-Kingwood. They answered questions about the various programs and scholarships they offer. The fair was sponsored by the Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) club. You’ll find more pictures from the event here.

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LSC-KINGWOOD SPRING FLING & DAY OF PLAY More than 300 students attended the Spring Fling Day of Play on April 17th. They enjoyed crawfish, games, and hanging out with friends. The event was sponsored by Student Life. You can see more pictures from the event here.

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EAST ALDINE CENTER CRAWFISH BOIL Crawfish was a hit with Coyotes at LSC-East Aldine Center when they hosted their Crawfish Boil on May 1st.

Students participated in games such as giant Connect Four & cornhole, and enjoyed lively music. Prizes raffled off included a Dell Laptop and JBL speaker. Community vendors were also out in support.

ATASCOCITA CENTER SPRING FLING Around 80 students attended the Spring Fling event at LSC-Atascocita Center. They enjoyed tacos & snow cones and even got the chance to participate in a scavenger hunt as well as other activities.

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ATASCOCITA CENTER HELPS STUDENTS DESTRESS BEFORE FINALS LSC-Atascocita Center offered events all week long before finals to ensure students started their exams stressfree. Events included “Donut Forget to Speak Kindly to Yourself” on April 28th, where Communities In Schools handed out donuts and advice for students on the importance of positive thoughts.

On April 29th, the group Paws for Therapy also stopped by, and students were able to get some puppy snuggles. The painting birdhouses activity on April 30th allowed students to unleash their creativity. After all of that, students should be relaxed and ready to rock those finals!

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COMMUNITY FOOD FAIR We are proud to share the Community Food Fair on April 11th served more than 200 families. Special thanks to HAAM and The Montgomery County Food Bank who donated food, and to all who volunteered their time to help with the distribution. You can find more pictures here.

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PHI THETA KAPPA INDUCTION Congrats to the new members of Alpha Lambda Xi, the LSCKingwood chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. PTK is an international college Honor Society. This Spring, they are adding 76 new members. Thirteen of them attended the Spring 2025 Induction Ceremony, where they were congratulated on their achievement and welcomed into the society before faculty, family, and friends.

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NATIONAL MODEL UNITED NATIONS CONFERENCE Three LSC-Kingwood students had the incredible opportunity to attend the National Model United Nations Conference in New York last month - and came home with an award.

Eleanor Buchan, Roberto Portillo Osorio, and Anna Webster were part of a group of Lone Star College students who were able to present their projects on the floor of the United Nations.

Throughout the year, the student delegates collaborate on position papers and lesson plans. They work on skills such as diplomacy, global competency, negotiation, public speaking, writing, and research.

At this year's NMUN Conference, the LSC Honors delegations representing Andorra and San Marino both received an Outstanding Delegation Award. Congrats to them on this achievement.

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TRIO SSS BANQUET The annual TRIO SSS Awards Banquet is a chance each year to celebrate the students’ participation and accomplishments.

During the banquet, which took place April 11th, the program’s work-study students served as Lead Peer Mentors, emceeing the event and sharing their own TRIO stories. The main student speaker was Edgar Vazquez, who highlighted his journey of resilience and persistence. The program concluded with “Spring Signing Day,” where the students ceremoniously signed a commitment to the transfer institution they plan on attending in the Fall or the employer they will be joining. More pictures can be found here.

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LSC-KINGWOOD MUSIC DIRECTOR COMPOSES COLLEGE ALMA MATER An LSC-Kingwood Music Director is making his musical mark by composing Lone Star College’s first ever system-wide Alma Mater.

Dr. Michael Johnson composed the music for the school song, English Professor Christopher Mandia from LSC-Cy-Fair wrote the lyrics, and on Saturday, April 5th, around 30 student vocalists came together at LSCMontgomery campus to record it.

“Students from all over the LSC System were involved in forming this ‘allstar’ choir,” said Dr. Johnson. “Our Kingwood students represented our campus at the highest level. They were professional, collegial, and gave outstanding performances over and over as we sought to get the best recording we could.”

Calli Walling was one of the students selected. She is a sophomore studying vocal performance and education at LSC-Kingwood.

“From the beginning of his career at LSC-Kingwood, Dr. Johnson has made it very clear to all students and staff that he wishes nothing but success for each of us. He is always looking for opportunities for us. A few weeks ago, Dr. Johnson asked if we would be interested in recording an alma mater that he composed for the entire Lone Star College system. Who could say no to leaving your mark on your college’s history forever?”

Dr. Johnson shared, “Once I heard it being performed by our ‘all-star’ choir of LSC students at the recording session, I still couldn’t really believe it. We had the goal of creating something that represents the core vision of Lone Star College, the challenges we face, and how we constantly overcome them. I really do think we achieved that.”

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JAZZ ENSEMBLE PERFORMANCE The Jazz Ensemble put on a powerful performance during their concert April 15th. The concert, “Deja Vu,” was directed by Dr. Michael Johnson. You can find more pictures here.

KINGWOOD WINDS PERFORMANCE The Kingwood Winds performed “Reverence & Revelry” on April 29th on the LSC-Kingwood campus. The concert was directed by Dr. Michael Johnson. Even some faculty members joined in. Shout out to Math Professor Amy Hoherz on the saxophone!

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POETRY & SONGWRITING TALENT SHOW & OPEN MIC EVENTS The Poetry & Songwriting Club was busy during the month of April. The club hosted a Talent Show on April 9th on the Main Stage Theater and an Open Mic event on the Honeycomb Stage on April 24th. The Open Mic, titled, “Empowering Voices: Breaking the Silence on Sexual Assault,” was sponsored by the Women’s and Men’s Centers, Kingwood Jazz Ensemble, and community partner Family Time Crisis & Counseling Center.

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15TH ANNUAL EVENING OF SHORTS The 15th Annual Evening of Shorts debuted at LSC-Kingwood with showings on April 23rd through April 26th. The show was designed to present "The Best of the Best from 15 Years" to attendees. The shorts were written, produced, and performed by students. Thanks to those who attended, $1,650 was raised for scholarships for theater students.

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THE CODY AWARDS Congrats to all the LSC-Kingwood students who received Cody Awards this year. Faculty and staff nominated students they felt showed outstanding achievements over the past year, for both academics and club involvement and leadership. The event also recognized the top Clubs for the year. More pictures here.

1st Place: Phi Theta Kappa (PTK)

2nd Place: Coyote Book Club

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3rd Place: Aspiring Educators/Be a Teacher Club

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LSC-KINGWOOD STUDENT ART ON DISPLAY AT PEARL FINCHER MFA GALLERY IN SPRING Three LSC-Kingwood art students currently have their artwork on display at the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts in Spring. Alexis Valladares Turcios, Victoria Munguia, and Mya Brandle were selected by their art professors to showcase pieces in the “Lone Star College Student Highlights” exhibit. Alexis, who is studying Fine Arts, says he felt on top of the world when he learned his piece, titled “Caliente,” was selected. “Since Andy Warhol is one of my favorite pop artists, and I mostly do pop art, I've decided to do a pop art painting that has my own design but also has that Andy Warhol style in the painting. This painting means a lot to me because it is my very first painting in an actual museum. This painting is trying to make the multifaceted nature of passion and intensity in a form of pop art.” The exhibit will be on display until May 10th. Admission to the museum is free. For more information, click here.

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CERAMICS SALE Ceramics students had the chance to show off and sell their pieces to the public on April 29th during the 2025 Ceramics Art Sale. It’s clear LSC-Kingwood has some very talented students!

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2025 PORTFOLIO SHOW The 2025 Portfolio Show on April 30th gave Visual Communication Students a chance to showcase the projects they designed during their programs. They also practiced pitches to gain real world experience for sharing their portfolios.

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2025 VISCOM STUDENT ART SHOW Winners: Font Design: Angely Campos The Villalobos Typeface/Typography

Winners: Environmental Concept Art: Hieu Dinh NN90s/Portfolio Development

Typography: Angely Campos Baskerville Typography Poster/Typography

3D Character Concept Art: Amanda Tingsen Fox and Hazel Model Sheets with facial and body motion studies/Independent

Poster: Nicole Jacobs Meowdern Portfolio Show/Portfolio Development Illustration: Nicholas Bennett Rosie/Independent

3D Character Modeling/Texturing: Hieu Dinh Toto/3D Modeling & Rendering II Video Production: Eliana Del Aguila Left in the Dark Music Video/TV Production Workshop

From left to right: Hieu Dinh, Nicole Jacobs, Angely Campos, Eliana Del Aguila More pictures here.

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LSC-KINGWOOD ECONOMICS PROFESSOR STARS IN HISTORY CHANNEL SHOW LSC-Kingwood Economics Professor Shuang Xu is sharing his experience of appearing on the show “The Food That Built America” on the History Channel. The episode aired April 27th.

“Initially, I agreed to participate in The Food That Built America to share my knowledge and passion for ramen.

However, I was inspired to also highlight how the story of Chinese cuisine in America is deeply connected to the struggles and perseverance of Chinese immigrants.”

Professor Xu says ramen was the first food he learned to cook and truly enjoyed. “Like many college students in America, my early years were filled with ramen. However, unlike the common perception in the U.S., where ramen is often seen as an inferior good, in many Asian cultures, ramen is considered a normal good—its consumption increases as income rises. It holds cultural value and is embraced across all socioeconomic levels.”

Xu says after immigrating to the United States, his parents opened and operated two small Chinese restaurants — one in Alvin and the other in Houston. “I grew up in the restaurant environment, spending most of my free time outside of school helping with the family business. Like many Chinese families before us, the restaurant industry provided opportunities that helped us work toward and realize our version of the American Dream.”

Professor Xu has an important message for students. “To my students who may be struggling with their cultural identity or uncertain about their future, I want to say this: your background, your story, and your roots are not something to hide—they are your foundation. Just like how Chinese food, once misunderstood and dismissed, became a beloved part of American culture through resilience and adaptation, you too can carve out your own space by embracing who you are. Let your heritage inspire your goals, and remember that challenges— whether cultural or personal—can be the very things that shape your success.”

Professor Xu has lectured several times on the LSC-Kingwood campus. You can view his video on The History of Ramen here. His most recent talk on Tariffs, you can watch here.

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REMEMBERING PROFESSOR CHRIS YOUNG It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Professor Chris Young, the Lead Professor of the Inspection Technology Program at LSC-East Aldine Center. After a brief illness, Professor Young passed away on April 10th.

As the founding force behind the Inspection Technology Program at the LSC-East Aldine Center, his vision and leadership played a pivotal role in shaping the program and enriching our campus community. His passion for teaching, his infectious positivity, and his unwavering commitment to student success have left a lasting impact on our campus and community.

Professor Young’s legacy will continue to inspire us, and he will be deeply missed by all who had the honor of working alongside him.

Please keep his family, friends, and colleagues in your thoughts during this difficult time.

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LEGACY IN BLOOM: A CAREER, WORKFORCE, & INDUSTRY EVENT On Saturday, April 12, Mi Familia, Mi Futuro proudly hosted “Legacy in Bloom” at Lone Star CollegeKingwood. The event brought together local companies, industry leaders, and community organizations who shared valuable resources and insights. Attendees expressed their appreciation for the opportunity to explore career pathways, learn the top skills employers are looking for, get tips on resume building and interview strategies, and discover more about LSC-Kingwood’s courses, certificates, and degree programs. Community members and students also had the chance to win two laptops, an iPad, and other great prizes! Maria Baños Jordan with Texas Familias Council said, “Wonderful effort from your entire team! It can build over time and really be a flagship resource for the local community.” To see more pictures from the event, click here.

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INSPERITY WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM DONATES $20,000 TO LSC-KINGWOOD Students in Workforce programs at LSC-Kingwood are about to get some extra support, thanks to Insperity.

The company is donating $20,000 to the college to put towards its workforce programs.

“We deeply admire the impactful work your organization does in our community, and we are honored to support your efforts,” said Insperity Corporate Citizenship Specialist Dana Ledet. “We are eager to see the positive impact this funding will have and look forward to continuing our partnership.”

LSC-Kingwood Continuing Education Director Pat Chandler said the funds will be used to help CE students complete one or more of the five Workforce Certificate Programs (Accounting Assistant, Certified Nurse Aide, Clinical Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, and Electrocardiography Monitor Technician) offered at Lone Star College-Kingwood.

“I am excited that we are going to be able to assist our students financially toward reaching their goals of completing one of our many Workforce Certificate Programs,” shared Chandler. “We have many students who apply and are not able to pay the total cost of the programs.”

The donation came about through the partnership of LSC-Kingwood and Insperity’s Workforce Development Program. Scholarships will be awarded during the 2025 summer and fall semesters.

The goals of Workforce Certificate Programs are to allow students to acquire new skills relevant to the job market, gain credentials or certifications to open doors for promotions at current jobs, and boost their earning capacity by moving into higher-skilled/higher paying jobs. These goals satisfy community needs by directly addressing gaps in employment and skills within the local economy.

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LATINA INSPIRA STUDENT NETWORK STUDENTS ENJOY OPERA PERFORMANCE A group of students from the Latina Inspira Student Network (LISN) club enjoyed an amazing cultural activity during their visit to University of Houston’s Moore Opera House. On April 24th, six students were able to attend “Turandot: An Opera in Concert,” composed by Giacomo Puccini. The concert featured renowned guest artists Christine Goerke, soprano; and Limmie Pulliam, tenor.

The excursion was extra special as Co-President Juliana Jordan was also playing as a Harpist in the performance.

“Hearing that everyone had a great time watching and listening to it meant so much to me, encouraging my passion in music,” shared Juliana. “Latina Inspira is here to support each other in all of our pursuits, and moments like these truly mean a lot.”

Maria Baños Jordan, President and Founder of Texas Familias Council and Co-Advisor of the LISN group, said the trip was a wonderful celebration of arts and culture.

“Expression through the arts is an essential element of individual growth and connection to others. I'm so grateful that our wonderful students stretch within and beyond their community.”

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LATINA INSPIRA STUDENT NETWORK CELEBRATES GRADUATES The Latina Inspira Student Network celebrated its graduates with a touching ceremony on April 29th. The students - Jazmyn Parker, Sophia Salinas, David Aranda, Daniela Barrera, Stephanie González, and Maria Hernandez (not pictured) - were all recognized for their participation in the club and for being leaders on and off campus. President Dr. Gonzalez, who is one of the Co-Advisors for the club, congratulated them and encouraged them to continue to aspire to make a difference in the world. Co-Advisor Maria Baños Jordan (Texas Familias Council Founder & President) assisted with the Blessing of the Stoles, which the students can wear during Commencement. David Aranda and Michael Aybar were also honored as being “Hombres de Honor” for their contributions to LISN & community and steadfast support of the members. More pictures from the LISN Graduation can be found here.

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ESOL ETHNIC LUNCH CELEBRATION The ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) Ethnic Lunch took place April 7th, and it featured quite the spread! ESOL faculty, staff, and students brought traditional food from their home countries to share.

Countries represented include Mexico, Honduras, El Salvador, Venezuela, Colombia, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, Iraq, Jordan, Nepal, Ukraine, Poland, and Russia, among others. For more pictures from the lunch, click here.

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EAST ALDINE CENTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA The LSC-East Aldine Center Eggstravaganza was certainly “hopping.” The Easter Bunny and some other farm animal friends entertained children and adults alike at the event, which occurred on April 5th and took place at the East Aldine Amphitheatre. Kids had the chance to hunt for eggs, and there were also games, crafts, and prizes. To see more pictures, click here.

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WOMEN’S SOCCER WINS CHAMPIONSHIP The Women’s Soccer Team has brought home the Championship trophy, and we’re hearing from one of the players about her experience playing for the team. The final score was 1-0 and Nadia Merino scored the winning goal.

Merino says playing club soccer pushed her not only to grow as a player but also as a person.

“Being part of this team has really shown me what it means to stay committed, work hard, and support one another through the ups and downs of a season. Winning the championship was honestly one of the best moments of my life so far—it felt like the hard work, long practices, and challenging games finally paid off.

Sharing that moment with my teammates, who have become like family, made it even more special. The support from coaches, teammates, and the community has really motivated me to continue pushing myself. I also want to thank the Men's soccer team; they have pushed many girls to keep going, and their support was out of this world.”

Merino is working toward her associate degree in science, then plans to transfer to a university. She hopes to continue playing soccer while finishing her bachelor’s degree.

“Lone Star has played a massive role in helping me see that path more clearly, and I’m excited about what’s ahead,” she said.

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TENNIS TEAM BRINGS HOME CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY The LSC-Kingwood Club Tennis Team is showing off their new trophy after their victory in the Conference Championship Tournament. Congrats to them on this incredible accomplishment!

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BASEBALL TEAM GREAT AMERICAN REGION SOUTH CHAMPIONS! The Lone Star College-Kingwood Coyote Baseball team is the Great American Region South Champion! The last time the Coyotes were conference champions was in 2015.

The team traveled to Little Rock, Arkansas, May 3rd and 4th to battle it out to try and advance to the Conference at the NCBA World Series in Alton, Illinois. Unfortunately, they did not make it to the series. But they ended the season 17-5 and have much to be proud of.

“This group of ball players this past year really came through with a great attitude,” said Coach Salvador Rico. ”But more importantly, we were on the same page where no one put themselves above the team. We all understood our roles and excelled with our talents collectively.”

Several players will be moving on to the next level. Number one starter Blake Ward will be transferring to Brookhaven College (NJCCA) to pitch for their team. Relief pitcher Jose Chavez will be taking his talents to Florida National University (NAIA). Congrats again to the team and we look forward to next season!

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