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VIRTUAL 2021 GRADUATION CEREMONY ANNOUNCED

ALL NEW YORKERS AGE 16+ ELIGIBLE FOR COVID VACCINE FROM NEW YORK GOVERNOR ANDREW CUOMO: “We expanded eligibility to all New Yorkers aged 16 and older.

We expect the vaccine supply will continue to increase, and New York’s vast distribution network is ready to administer doses as quickly as received. More than 1 million New Yorkers have already been fully vaccinated at State and FEMA mass vaccination sites. And with expanded eligibility, our message today is clear: Let’s get everyone vaccinated. The vaccines are safe and effective—but they only work if they’re taken. So book your appointment as soon as you can, roll up your sleeve, and let’s get vaccinated, New York.”

NEW NY PROGRAM GIVES THOSE WITH COVID VACCINATIONS OR NEGATIVE RESULTS DIGITAL PROOF PASS New York State has launched their Excelsior Pass program. To help along a safe reopening of New York, the state is providing a free and secure way for individuals to present digital proof of their COVID-19 vaccination or negative test results when attending sporting events, arts performances and more, They suggest individuals to store their Pass digitally on their smartphone with the Excelsior Pass Wallet app, (available for free from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store). You can also print your Pass from the Excelsior Pass website.

Businesses and venues can scan and validate your pass to ensure you meet any COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements for entry. Along with your Pass, you’ll be asked to show a photo ID that shows your name and birth date to verify that the Pass belongs to you. Adults may hold passes for accompanying minors.

Participation in Excelsior Pass is voluntary.

New Yorkers can always show alternate proof of vaccination or testing, like another mobile application or paper form, directly at a business or venue.

NEW DAY! NEW RECORDING TIME!

By Michael Perry, editor-in-chief Cayuga Community College is dedicated to celebrating its outstanding graduates and their many accomplishments. Cayuga is also committed to ensuring the health and safety of campus community and their families.

Michael Perry EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

FALCON PARK - APRIL 6, 2021: SPARTANS TAKE ON JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE. Freshman Andrew Roy from Newburgh, NY. is on the mound for Cayuga throwing to freshman catcher Tyler Ziemak from Boynton Beach, Florida. PHOTO BY COLLEGIAN SPORTS REPORTER CALEB RODEN.

The independent student media production called Cayuga Bytes is a fun way for student to share information creating watchable content shared on the Cayuga Bytes YouTube Channel.

All students majoring in any area of study are invited to join the production.

Email cayugabytes@gmail.com to get involved.

As our communities respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, Cayuga is developing plans for a virtual Commencement for 2021 that will celebrate student’s academic achievements and persistence during this unprecedented year. Members of the Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 don’t need to sign-up or register to watch or participate in Commencement. Names of all students who earned their degrees in the relevant semesters will be included.

CAYUGA FANS RETURN TO THE STANDS

By Caleb Roden, Collegian sports reporter and writer Cayuga baseball fans are now allowed to come to the park to watch with Cayuga restrictions in place. At a recent contest between the Cayuga Spartans and the Jefferson Community College Cannoners, the players who took the field seemed to have a renewed sense of readiness and competition now that they were playing in front of some spectators. The entire atmosphere in the park seemed changed.

Some fans were heard saying that at least this was a step in the right direction back to normal life.

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New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo announced last month that college sports venues could allow some spectators beginning in April. Cayuga opened Falcon Park to a limited number of spectators as long as they continued to follow social distancing measures and wear a face mask.

According to the list of rules on the Cayuga Athletic website, “Starting on (April 2), each competing student-athlete can have a maximum of two (2) spectators attend home contests. Spectators are required to

wear appropriate face masks (not gaiters) at all times, and must sit at least six feet apart to support social distancing efforts. Studentathletes from visiting teams are also allowed a maximum of two (2) spectators.”

These rules apply to all home contests for Cayuga’s Spring 2021 athletics programs — Baseball, Softball and Men’s Soccer, which all play their home games at Falcon Park in Auburn.

The College advised those who want to attend away games to research each school’s spectator policy.

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• MEET THE CAYUGA ATHLETES OF THE WEEK • MEN’S BASEBALL ROSTER WITH PHOTOS • SPARTAN SOFTBALL ROSTER WITH PHOTOS • RECENT SPARTAN GAME HIGHLIGHTS

A scene from a pre-pandemic Cayuga Community College Commencement as students get ready to take their triumphant march into Spartan Hall on the Auburn campus to receive their degrees.

This year, like last year, the Commencement event ibeing planned will be virtual.

Information about how you can upload photos for inclusion in the virtual Commencement will be coming in the near future. Updates about the virtual Commencement will be posted on the College’s Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter pages. It will also be sent directly to student’s Cayuga email account. Students are encouraged to monitor those pages and their email for more information. If students have any questions, contact Liz Gallo at egallo@cayuga-cc.edu.

Tell us how you feel about this semester, virtual Commencement, COVID, the vaccine—we want to hear from you! Send your comments to cayugacollegian@gmail.com from a @cayuga-cc. edu email domain with your name, year of study, area of study, and hometown.

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Well, my first semester is almost over. I have to say I met some wonderful faculty members and tutors even professors. Cayuga Community College is so humble to their students.

OPINIONS

HOW I SEE IT...

Michael Perry EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The spring semester is coming to an end.

Some students are preparing to graduate and enter the workforce, others are getting ready to transfer to a four-year school, and returning students will be registering for classes at Cayuga this fall. Whichever category you fall into, this is a difficult time period.

As we near the finish line, many of us are juggling our plans for the future and current classes/assignments. Some students have kids, a full-time job, or both! So, as one can imagine, getting everything done and handed in on time can seem like a bit much.

To those who are in this struggle, know that you are not alone! We’re all in this together.

A quote by English writer Samuel Johnson that I like to remember whenever I feel like I won’t be successful, “Great works are performed not by strength but by perseverance.”

Finish strong this semester, plan your future, and make sure to take a deep breath here and there to maintain your sanity.

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Mary Jo Solazzo STAFF WRITER They never want to hear that you want to quit rather you want to succeed. I’m gonna get far in my career creative and professional writing with all the help the college has provided. Karen Grella, disability specialist, has been awesome. I got extra time for quizzes and exams and have conquered an 80 grade on quizzes. I now have a writing tutor, Chris Motto, for journalism. I know I’ll learn a lot from her.

I was struggling and Karen knew it. I’m real excited taking courses for next semester. Whatever your struggling with REACH OUT to a faculty member.

NEVER GIVE UP cause you deserve better.

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Christina Bentley, MS Wellness & Intervention Counselor

April is Stress Awareness Month

—submitted by Christina Bentley, Wellness Counselor, Fulton Campus

Stress? What Stress? No one is stressed right now. Gotcha! Everyone at one time or another experiences stress. There is always good stress like planning a wedding, graduating, moving into a new place and then there is bad stress, such as failing a class, getting into a car accident or finding out sad news about a family member.

This pandemic has caused us all stress.

Not being able to go anywhere, see our family/friends in-person or go to actual class.

We all feel it. It’s a heavy feeling. Our bodies feel it in many ways. One can have physical symptoms such as muscle tension, intestinal issues, headaches, fatigue, etc. Stress affects us mentally as well. It can make us feel sad, anxious, isolated and so many other things.

There are quick and easy ways we can help improve our mental and physical well-being and the way we feel. You don’t have to put a lot of thought into it. Try one of these things next time you feel stressed: • Go outside. Breathe the fresh air in.

Take deep breaths in and out. Clear your head. Look at the scenery. Being mindful of your surroundings and just breathing can help clear your head and give you a bit of clarity.

• Write or draw. Journaling or doodling have been proven ways for people to de-stress and also express how they are feeling.

• Move. Whether you want to have a quick dance party at your house or in your car

Students who completed graduation requirements and received their degrees between June 2020 and May 2021 are eligible to apply for graduation awards that are funded by the College Foundation and awarded by the Student Awards Committee.

Applications forms will be sent by email to all students.

Specific criteria apply to each award.

Applicants should read the criteria carefully for each award to determine eligibility.

Applications are due by email to Kathy Gross at gross@cayuga-cc.edu by Friday, April 23. Late applications will not be considered.

1. Dean Norman F. Bourke Memorial Scholarship ($260) Awarded to a graduate who possesses the qualities of scholarship, sense of humor, and the ability to win the affection of co-workers, faculty, and students. (GPA should be 3.8 and above.)

2. Irving & Helen Belth Memorial Award ($500) Awarded to a graduate from the Auburn Campus for outstanding scholarship

Michael Perry EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Joshua Hart STAFF WRITER Patrick Mahunik STAFF WRITER Caleb Roden STAFF WRITER Corinne Stevens STAFF WRITER MaryJo Solazzo STAFF WRITER Samantha Brodeur STAFF WRITER Mary G. Merritt FACULTY ADVISOR We are looking for more staff members!

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or you would rather run or lift weights.

Studies have shown that exercise can boost the way we feel and give us some energy at the same time.

• Sometimes, we have to recognize when we don’t have control, to let it go. That helps us not fixate on something that is out of our control anyway.

• Develop some healthy living goals.

What are some ways you would like to incorporate health and wellness into your every day life? Then do them. Even if it’s something very small at first.

• Recognize when it may be time to talk with a professional. If talking to a friend or family member is not doing anything, reach out to a local counseling agency. There are some great resources out there and most insurances cover some counseling sessions.

For brief, personal counseling, you could contact your CCC Wellness Counselor on your campus: Christina Bentley, cbentle2@ cayuga-cc.edu, Fulton campus or Dr. Jerimy Blowers at jblowers1@cayuga-cc.edu.

SOME OTHER RESOURCES: Thriving Campus: look online here to see what local therapists near your school have openings and even ask them a question, https://www.thrivingcampus.com/ NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Helpline: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., ET. 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or info@nami.org, or you can Text NAMI to 741-741

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and student citizenship. (GPA should be 3.8 and above.)

3. Trustees Memorial Award ($500) Awarded to an outstanding graduate from the Auburn Campus. (GPA should be 3.5 and above.)

4. Dr. G. Burnett & Vera K. Atwater Award ($300) Awarded to an outstanding graduate from the Fulton Campus. (GPA should be 3.5 and above.)

5. Samuel V. and Marion B. Kennedy Memorial Award ($590) Awarded to an outstanding graduate from the Fulton Campus of non-traditional age who demonstrated perseverance and determination in advancing his/her education while overcoming difficult hurdles, either economic or personal.

6. Sue Court Memorial Award ($210) Awarded to a graduate who possesses a zest for life, an enthusiasm and an ebullience that revitalizes others. This person must accept other’s individuality, show genuine love and concern, and inspire the best in others.

7. Walter W. & Mabel C. Hornburg Memorial Award ($500) Awarded to an outstanding graduate who is a resident of Cayuga County and who is a non-traditional student.

The Cayuga Collegian welcomes letters from its readers. Submissions must be from a ‘cayuga-cc.edu’ email domain. Contact us at cayugacollegian@gmail.com.

Submissions must include your name, address and daytime phone number. All letters to the editor do not reflect the viewpoint of the Collegian office, its staff or advisor. All letters are simply the opinions of the writers themselves.

All letters may be edited for content or length. We reserve the right NOT to PUBLISH.

Dr. Jerimy Blowers Wellness & Intervention Counselor

8. Thomas F. Steenburgh Award ($1700) ` Awarded to a graduate transferring to a four-year institution who demonstrates strong academic potential and who possesses and best exemplifies those special qualities that made Professor Steenburgh a charismatic teacher and individual, i.e., sense of humor, personal integrity, strong work ethic, and exuberance for life.

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THANK YOU!!!

This snow may be nature’s way of bringing in April Fools’ Day, but your support is no joke!

With approximately a month left in the semester, this is crunch me for us all. For our students, this may be a me of great need for academic and personal services, and for many, a need for food.

We operate the Food Pantry for all students during the year and yes, the pandemic presented some challenges for that. To adapt, we created grab and go boxes early on, provided curbside delivery, and made deliveries here within the area. We are very fortunate to have community partners like CAP and the generous dona ons of our faculty and staff. I want you all to know what a difference you make to students through teaching, service, and going above and beyond to make sure that learners at CCC really understand that they are part of a larger family.

Many of you know that we received an 800.00 grant from SUNY, a 200.00 grant from our local NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness, as well as a plethora of food and monetary dona ons. Most recently, we has an anonymous dona on of over 300.00 to purchase food. There may be some more exciting news on the horizon as well, so stay tuned!

Thank you everyone, and never doubt that you make a difference here!

—Dr. Jerimy Blowers, PhD Coordinator, Wellness and Intervention Services

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PSYCHOLOGY STUDENTS RESEARCH AND DISCUSS MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES

CAYUGABRIEFS ESSENTIAL WORKERS MONUMENT PLANNED

By Josh Hart, staff writer What better way to share your research on a specific subject than with those who share similar interests? A group of four Cayuga students who’ve studied in the Field of Psychology, recently got together to discuss their findings on different subject matters that are often associated with the topic of Mental Health.

Each student gave a short, usually three to ten minute, presentation on their subject of interest. In the presentation, they briefly described what their research was on, what they learned, and what sources they acquired their information from.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo recently announced the creation of the Essential Workers Advisory Committee to provide design input and recommendations for a monument to be erected in New York City honoring the service and sacrifice of New York’s essential workers throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

“These true heroes continue to aid and inspire us and they have our utmost respect.

We will create a monument to honor them in perpetuity,” said Cuomo.

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New York State officials recently announced venues can host up to 100 people indoors or up to 200 people outdoors.

If all attendees present proof of completed vaccination or recent negative test result prior to entry, capacity can increase up to 150 people indoors or up to 500 people outdoors.

Social distancing, face coverings, health screening and other health protocols will be required by all attendees, as well as strict adherence to all applicable Department of Health guidance.

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DOMESTIC TRAVELERS NO LONGER REQUIRED TO QUARANTINE IN NY Domestic travelers are no longer required to quarantine after entering New York from another U.S. State or U.S. Territory.

While no longer required, the NYS Department of Health still recommends quarantine after domestic travel as an added precaution. Mandatory quarantine remains in effect for international travelers.

All travelers must continue to fill out the Traveler Health Form. Individuals should continue strict adherence to all safety guidelines to stop the spread—wearing masks, socially distancing and avoiding gatherings.

SCHOLARSHIPS Cayuga Community College students pursuing an Associate of Arts degree in the field of Humanities are eligible to apply for the Cayuga County Home Bureau Scholarship.

The Foundation is also accepting applications the Holy Family High School Alumni Scholarship and the St. Alphonsus Scholarship. Students must be enrolled full time.

These scholarships will be awarded for the 2021-2022 Academic Year. The applicant’s FAFSA must be on file before submitting the application.

To learn more about eligibility for these and other scholarships, and to download applications, visit the College website https://www. cayuga-cc.edu/giving/scholarships

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Cayuga Bytes is inviting all faculty and staff to send us a recent photo (jpeg) along with a photo from their past. The ‘Byters’ will try to guess each faculty and staff member from their past photo! The results of whether the photo was accurately identified will be revealed in the following issue of The Cayuga Collegian. It is the perfect way to help the students on campus identify key people on campus! Send your photos to cayugacollegian@gmail.com.

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A BIG THANK YOU ONCE AGAIN TO THE CUSTODIAL STAFF! Students, faculty, and staff are grateful the surprising pick-me-up every time they see the holiday tree secretly decorated by thoughtful elves!

LOOKING TO BUILD YOUR RESUME? HERE’S HOW

By Mary Jo Solazzo, staff writer

Students willing to work hard can now earn a micro-credential which may be four-five courses that earn them a digital badge they can use to enhance their resumes.

“Earning a micro-credential, is a great opportunity for students to build and enhance their career opportunities. After taking the required courses or conducting the required work for a micro-credential, they will receive an email inviting them to claim a digital badge that showcases their achievement,” explained Cayuga’s Applied Learning & Honors Study Coordinator Sheila Myers.

Myers says these micro-credentials can be displayed on student’s webpage, their social media pages, their resume and their Linkedin profile.

“These digital badges show case your specific skills and competencies,” said Myers.

“For example, if you earn an IT Support micro-credential (which requires taking five computer science courses), you will be recognized for skills in MS Office integration, and computer hardware trouble shooting. These industry ‘buzzwords’ are linked with the digital badge. When you display your digital badge on Linkedin or other career-media platforms, potential employers may seek you out.”

Right now, Myers says the college offers 18 digital badges for both credit and non-credit

electives. There are several types of badges available to earn and they can be viewed on this website: https://www.credly.com/organizations/ cayuga-community-college/badges Badges are awarded for success in the following areas: Critical Thinking, Honors Leadership, Career Connections, Event Planning, IT Support, Accounting Fraud of Recognition, Accounting & Tax Skills, Business Applications, Career Goals, Career Professionalism, Destination of Marketing, Library Journal Publisher, Marketing Events, Networking, Non Profit Accounting, and Teaching Assistant Level 1 & 2.

One presentation that the students agreed really stuck out was a presentation

by Izé Goodfriend, an a non-traditional sophomore, on the Theory of Reincarnation.

Goodfriend based most of his research around the studies of Canadian Psychiatrist Dr. Ian Stevenson, who in his lifetime studied approximately 2,500 cases of the Reincarnation Type, an occurrence in which reincarnated children, usually between the young ages of 3 and 6, start to develop memories of a past life.

Goodfriend said he created his presentation on his belief that reincarnation research, along with any other bit of scientific research, should always be taken seriously, and should never be labeled as “baseless,” unless it has officially been proven to be untrue. Goodfriend said his inspiration came from his time growing up in a New Age Community, a type of community where members are known to spread unfounded beliefs.

But reincarnation theories weren’t the only serious subject that was discussed.

Michelle Martin, a non-traditional sophomore, gave a presentation on Bariatric Surgery. In her presentation, Martin said that Bariatric Surgeries cause emotional stress in people who use food as a coping mechanism, and that nearly 60% of those who undergo weight loss surgery end up regaining weight. Martin said she herself was treated for Gastroparesis and while the operation has created a lot of obstacles for her, particularly in what she can and can’t eat, she said she plans to continue to get in shape and start living a healthier lifestyle.

Additionally, freshman Caitlyn Major did a presentation on the negative effects of over-prescribing anti-depressants to minors, and freshman Victoria Crisafulli, another younger student did a presentation on how Mental Health is a more common issue in people with low socioeconomic status.

Cayuga Psychology Professor Anna Huynh Annorino, who hosted the group, said she was very pleased at the presentations the students gave and how passionate they appeared to be about the topics they researched on. Annorino said she was particularly thrilled that most of the students chose topics that they feel have affected them personally.

The group room was part of a Virtual Research Conference held on Zoom Thursday, April 1st.

WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF CONSENT?

By Corinne Stevens, staff writer

What if we treated giving consent to sexual relations like offering someone a cup of tea?

What is victim blaming?

Hanna Griffin and Kate Salmonsen are Advocate Educators of Services to Aid Families, SAF, and hosts of Cayuga Community College’s recent virtual consent work shop.

Salmonsen and Griffin educate women about their rights when it comes to sexual consent and the statistics of sexual abuse. The hosts have a creative way of driving home concepts of what consent is by showing a video to workshop participants that compares sexual consent to offering someone a cup of tea.

The video states ”if you offer someone a

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cup of tea and they say no thank you, do not give them a cup of tea.”

Salmonsen and Griffin also give insight on victim blaming and how it can occur. The women show a video of a man reporting a robbery. The police investigating the crime are condescending and blame the victim for the robbery rather than the perpetrator.

“We have to think about how we treat the victim, we need to change the narrative around victim blaming,” said Salmonsen.

The viral Internet game, Kahoot, was also used by Griffin and Salmonsen to orchestrate a competitive quiz for participants to test CONTINUED BACK PAGE

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Alex Wurster Infield/Outfield Freshman

Anthony Driscoll-Sadusky Infield Freshman

Tyler Cordway Outfield Freshman

John Flynn Outfield/Pitcher Freshman

Gregory Osterhout Pitcher/Outfield Freshman

Connor McMahon 3B/Pitcher Freshman

Nathaniel Coffey Pitcher/1B Freshman

Wyatt Palmer Pitcher Sophomore

Zach Nickerson Pitcher/Infield Sophomore

Andrew Roy Pitcher/Outfield Freshman

Ryan Corsoniti Infield Freshman

Samuel Jenkins Infield/Outfield Freshman

Zac Legaretta Infield/Outfield Sophomore

Brendan Williams Pitcher/Infield Sophomore

Jacob Coleman Infield Freshman

Mark Locastro Pitcher/Outfield Sophomore

Alex Murray Pitcher Freshman

Tyler Ziemak Catcher Freshman

Connor Carr-Mathews Pitcher Sophomore

Hazel Martinez 1B/Pitcher/Outfield Sophomore

Austin Doyle-Miller Pitcher Sophomore

Nicholas Franceschi Pitcher Freshman

Leroy Glaum Short Stop/Catcher Freshman

James Daly Catcher Freshman

William Foster Infield Freshman

Andrew Boglione Catcher Sophomore

Mitchell Janas Pitcher Freshman

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MANY THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION AND PHOTOS ON CCC’S ATHLETICS WEBSITE

SPARTAN BASEBALL APRIL 10: GENERALS TAKE BOTH GAMES Cayuga Community College Spartans Baseball lost both halves of a doubleheader to the division-leading, nationally ranked Herkimer College Generals at Falcon Park on Saturday.

The Spartans held an early lead before dropping the first contest 15-4, and led for much of the second game before falling behind in the final inning and losing 12-9.

The losses drop Cayuga to 7-11 on the season and 6-4 in the conference.

“We have to throw strikes, and we have to catch the ball. It was that simple for us

Aiden Driscoll-Sadusky doubled twice, drove in a run and scored once in Cayuga’s 12-9 loss to Herkimer on April 10.

today. They’re an aggressive team that hits well, but we made some mistakes that hurt us,” said Cayuga Coach TJ Gamba. “We swung the bats well all day. We’re going to keep scrapping.”

Trailing 2-0 in the bottom of the second inning in the first game, the Spartans scored four runs with two outs to take the lead. An infield single by Jake Coleman scored Sam Jenkins, and Tyler Cordway followed with a triple to score Coleman. A single by Tyler Ziemak and a double by Aiden Driscoll-Sadusky each brought in a run to put Cayuga ahead 4-2.

The Generals though, plated multiple runs in the third, fifth and sixth innings to build the final 15-4 margin. Jenkins finished three-for-three with a run and Ziemak was two-for-four with a double and run.

In the second game, Cayuga overcame an early 3-1 deficit to lead 5-3 in the 6thinning, only to see the Generals plate three to take a one-run lead. The Spartans rallied with four in their half of the 6th, with singles by Brendan Williams and Alex Wurster driving in runs.

Cayuga couldn’t hold the 9-6 lead, though, as Herkimer hit a pair of home runs and scored six in the final inning. The Spartans put two runners on in the bottom of the seventh but couldn’t close the threerun margin.

Hazel Martinez finished the second game three-for-three with a double, a run scored and two RBI, Driscoll-Sadusky doubled twice and Ziemak was three-for-five, scoring three runs.

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Congratulations to this week’s Spartans Athletes of the Week, Sam Jenkins and Abigail Marinelli! Sam finished the week going five-for-nine at the plate, smashing two triples with two runs scored and five RBI. Abigail finished a home doubleheader against Jefferson going three-forsix with a run scored, and is batting almost .450 on the season.

Congratulations to our Athletes of the Week, pitcher Greg Osterhout and outfielder Kyra Cotrill! Greg pitched a complete game, five-hit shutout over 10 innings in the victory over SUNY Adirondack. Kyra finished fivefor-five with three doubles, two runs scored and five runs batted-in in the Softball Team’s 18-17 win against SUNY Adirondack.

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Zac Legarretta threw three scoreless innings, allowing one hit and striking out two, to pick up the win against Erie on Wednesday, April 7.

SPARTAN BASEBALL APRIL 7: ONE-HITTER IN CAYUGA WIN Strong outings from pitchers Brendan Williams and Zac Legarretta and a teamwide offensive attack at the plate gave the Cayuga Community College Spartans a win over Erie Community College on Wednesday, April 7 at Falcon Park.

Bouncing back from a 14-3 loss in the first game, Spartans’ pitching and hitting overpowered the Kats in a 10-0 win in the second game, with Williams and Legarretta combining on a one-hitter. The split doubleheader leaves Cayuga with a 7-9 record and 6-2 conference record.

“That was a great pitching performance

by Brendan and Zac against a good hitting team, and our lineup came alive in that second game,” said Cayuga Coach TJ Gamba.

“We did a great job coming back after that tough first game. We threw more strikes and played better defense. When our pitching is right, we can compete with anyone.”

In the first game, Erie took control early at the plate, collecting eight hits and scoring six runs in the first three innings before plating eight more in the fourth. Cayuga scored three in the fourth, with Tyler Ziemak doubling home James Daly and Justin Coleman. Daly, Greg Osterhout and Sam Jenkins each collected two hits for Cayuga.

With Williams and Legarretta in control from the mound in the second game, the Spartans offense pushed a run across in the

first and three more in the third on a Hazel Martinez double and singles by Nate Coffey and Osterhout. A five-run Cayuga fifth finished the contest, with Aiden DriscollSadusky singling home Alex Wurster and Coleman for the final two runs.

Martinez finished the second game three-for-three with a double and two runs scored, Coffey finished two-for-three with a double and two runs scored, and DriscollSadusky scored twice and had three RBI. Williams and Legarretta combined to throw five scoreless innings, striking out five, walking two and allowing one hit.

Coach TJ Gamba talks with pitcher Andrew Roy and catcher Tyler Ziemak. PHOTO BY CALEB RODEN

Gabriella Bard Infield Sophomore

Kyra Cotrill Pitcher/Outfield Sophomore

Skyler White Outfield Sophomore

Kate Stoddard Outfield Sophomore

Gabrielle Hass Pitcher/Outfield Freshman

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Olivia Maassen Infield Sophomore

Makayla Titus Infield Sophomore

Abigail Marinelli Infield Freshman

Taylor Hunter Catcher Freshman

MANY THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION AND PHOTOS ON CCC’S ATHLETICS WEBSITE

SPARTAN SOFTBALL APRIL 10: SPARTANS LOSE 2 TO GENERALS

Cayuga catcher Taylor Hunter was two-for-three in both of the Spartans’ losses to Herkimer on Saturday, April 10. She smashed a solo home run in a 12-4 loss.

ayuga Community College Spartans Softball battled but lost a pair of road games to the nationally-ranked Herkimer College Generals on Saturday.

Facing the second-ranked team in National Junior College Athletic Association’s Division 3, the Spartans lost 12-4 and 9-1 to the undefeated Generals.

Cayuga Coach Chris Amoia said the Spartans took strides in both games that should pay dividends the rest of the season.

“That’s a great, nationally-ranked team we played today. We hung with them in both games, and really played hard. I’m proud of our team,” said Amoia. “If we play like this the rest of the season, good things will happen. That’s the team we want to see on the field.”

Cayuga kept pace with the Generals for much of the first contest, trailing 8-4 late in the game before the Generals tacked on

four more runs late. Mikayla Titus had two RBI for the Spartans, Gabrielle Hass was two-for-four with a run scored, and Taylor Hunter was two-for-three with a solo home run to lead the Spartans’ offense.

Herkimer scored six runs early in the second contest, but the Spartans held the Generals’ bats in check for much of the game. Cayuga, though, wasn’t able to generate an attack to cut into Herkimer’s lead, with Skyler White singling home Hunter late in the game to get Cayuga on the board.

Hunter was two-for-three in the second game, and Hass, White and Kyra Cottrill all collected hits for the Spartans.

Cayuga is now 1-8 on the season. The Spartans’ scheduled home doubleheader against Herkimer on Sunday, April 11, has been postponed. The next scheduled contest for Cayuga is a road doubleheader at Jefferson on Tuesday, April 13.

SPARTAN SOFTBALL APRIL 7: SPARTANS LOSE 2 TO RED BARONS Cayuga Community College Spartans Softball dropped both halves of a road doubleheader against Corning Community College on Wednesday, April 7.

Facing the conference power Red Barons, the Spartans lost the first game 9-1 and the second game 20-0.

In the first game, Olivia Maassen was one-for-two with a run scored for the Spartans, and Kyra Cottrill finished the game with an RBI. Gabriella Bard was one-for-three with a stolen base. Abigail Marinelli finished two-for-two in the second game with two singles.

Olivia Maassen finished one-for-two with a run scored in the Spartans’ 9-1 loss to Corning on Wednesday, April 7.

SPARTANS SCORE SHUTOUT VICTORY TO START SEASON

Airtight defense and an opportunistic attack gave the Cayuga Community College Men’s Soccer Team a road victory over Monroe Community College on Friday.

The Spartans scored in both halves to shut down the Tribunes for a 2-0 victory, picking up a win in their first match since the Fall 2019 season after missing the Fall 2020 campaign due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cayuga Coach Chris Davison said the Spartans started slow but hit their stride after scoring late in the first half, turning in a “pretty solid performance.”

“We were a bit nervous at the start, with it being our first game and not having played last fall,” he said. “Once we got that first goal, everything fell into place, and I think we showed we were the better team for the whole game.”

Cayuga went on the attack early but failed to score, and the teams ended up trading unsuccessful scoring opportunities for much of the first half. The Spartans broke through with 10 minutes remaining in the half, with captain Will Leary heading in an Isaac Bourne corner-kick to give Cayuga a 1-0 lead.

Just six minutes into the second half, Abdias Puac Perez added an insurance goal with an assist from Vladimir Kopchev, and that was all the offense the Spartans needed. Cayuga’s defense took over down the stretch, turning back repeated scoring efforts by the Tribunes in the final 20 minutes to secure the shutout victory.

Goalkeeper James Hogan finished with

three saves for Cayuga, turning back all Monroe’s shots on goal. Cayuga finished with four shots on goal, with Leary and Puac Perez tallying scores and Bourne and Kopchev adding assists. With more than half the roster comprised of veteran student-athletes, the Cayuga Community College Men’s Soccer Team has an experienced squad ready for a postseason run in 2021.

The Spartans open the season 8th in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division III rankings.

Even with a smaller roster, Cayuga Coach Chris Davison said he expects the Spartans to have a solid season.

“I always expect that we’ll do well. We recruited hard, we’ve trained hard to prepare for the season, and I know we’ll be ready to go against Monroe,” said Davison. “Each season our minimum goal is to make the regional final. That doesn’t change this season.”

Cayuga returns 11 student-athletes this season, including center defenseman William Leary and center midfielder Josh Smith, who were named captains this season. Davison expects defense to be the team’s strength, with only one new starter in the back five.

“We’ve got a lot of experience in that part of our team. Most of that part of our roster hasn’t changed from the last season. I think we’ll lean on them as the rest of the roster gains experience,” he said.

Cayuga plays its first home contest at Falcon Park on Friday, April 16, against Erie Community College.

Spartans shortstop Gabriella Bard throws to first in Cayuga’s 11-2 loss to Jefferson on Saturday, April 3.

SPARTAN SOFTBALL APRIL 3: SPARTANS LOSE 2 TO CANNONEERS Cayuga Community College Spartans Softball couldn’t get the bats going Saturday, April 3rd at Falcon Park, losing both halves of a doubleheader to Jefferson Community College.

The Spartans weren’t able to keep up with a solid-hitting Cannoneers squad, losing 13-2 in the first game and 11-2 in the second half. The losses drop Cayuga to 1-4 on the season.

Jefferson came out strong in the first game, pushing six runs across in the top of the first to put Cayuga at an early disadvantage. The Spartans had chances to narrow Jefferson’s lead in the first two innings, putting three runners on-base in the first and second, but didn’t score.

Trailing 7-0 in the bottom of the fourth, Cayuga broke through at the plate. Olivia Maassen tripled home Taylor Hunter, and two batters later Skyler White doubled home

Maassen to cut Jefferson’s lead to 7-2.

Jefferson responded with six more runs in the top of the fourth, though, and Cayuga couldn’t capitalize after putting two runners on to start their half of the fourth. White finished the game two-for-three with an RBI to lead the Spartans at the plate.

Cayuga took an early lead in the second game, with leadoff hitter Gabriella Bard scoring on a wild pitch and Abigail Marinelli scoring on a Kyra Cottrill groundout in the first inning. The Cannoneers plated four in the second, though, to take the lead. The Spartans threatened with runners on in the second and third innings, but weren’t able to score again.

Marinelli finished the second game two-for-three with a run scored. Hunter, Gabrielle Hass and Katelyn Stoddard each collected hits for the Spartans.

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their knowledge of sexual abuse statistics. In the Kahoot quiz, participants learned that one in five women will be sexually assaulted and only one of five rapes will be reported to law enforcement. Consent work shop participants also learned that 42 percent of people will be

Corinne Stevens STAFF WRITER raped before they turn 18 because they are more likely to be groomed or influenced by the assailant. In 92 percent of sexual assaults the victim’s perpetrator will be someone they know.

Salmonsen believes that creating a Kahoot to learn about sexual assault can make people feel more comfortable discussing the subject.

“The more we talk about sexual assault, the more comfortable people are, the more we can help, we can break the stigma,” Salmonsen said.

Salmonsen and Griffin also inform workshop viewers of SAF. The service is a 24/7 hotline that provides free and confidential support for primary and secondary victims of abuse and sexual assault. Domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking are SAF’s main concerns. SAF provides financial, residential, counseling, educational, and interventional support that is confidential and free to the victims and their families. For more information on sexual abuse and consent call the SAF hotline at 315-342-1600 or visit the SAF social media account on Instagram. Their address is @services_to_aid_familes.

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