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ome students at Midlothian High School learned firsthand the amazing things that can be done with a standard issue camera. For their efforts, they were noticed by judges associated with a C-SPAN project. Seniors Connor Pollard and Katie Boswell said it didn’t take expensive equipment to create a video that got the attention of judges in an international competition sponsored by C-SPAN. For them, it was a matter of the right topic, the right points and compelling presentation. Pollard and Boswell snagged an honorable mention and $250 for their entry in C-SPAN’s annual StudentCam contest, “A Roof Over Our Heads,” a seven-minute documentary about poverty and homelessness. They submitted one of nearly 1,900 videos received by the cable news station, and were among only 75 videos selected for recognition. Regina Warriner, Boswell and Pollard’s Advanced Placement History teacher, assigned participation in the contest to all 75 of her students. She said she heard about the contest through her use of C-SPAN materials for class, and allowed her students last year to participate for extra credit. After one of her teams won third place in the 2012 competition, Warriner expanded the assignment from extra credit to graded project for this year’s students. For the contest, students had to pick one issue they think the Obama administration should focus on in the president’s second term. Boswell said choosing the

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Local landmarks lend artist inspiration CONTRIBUTED REPORT

idlothian resident Amy Donahue has started what might be a lifelong project to preserve her hometown. Her conservation efforts do not consist of fundraisers or building projects. Instead, Donahue endeavors to preserve Midlothian through her paints and PHOTO PROVIDED BY MIDLOTHIAN HIGH SCHOOL canvas. DonaConnor Pollard, at left, and Katie Boswell recently earned an honorable mention in a national C-SPAN hue grew up documentary competition. in Midlothian, studied at most important thing was an interJoan Nelson, a CARITAS volEach year in the United States, Virginia Comesting process, especially since she unteer from St. Edwards Church, Pollard and Boswell pointed out in monwealth has an interest in politics and very was one of Pollard and Boswell’s their video, some 3.5 million people University’s AMY DONAHUE strong views. interview subjects, and noted that will experience homelessness, inSchool of the “It was a great experience to more than 500 volunteers come cluding at least 12,000 unsupervised Arts and now paints primarily in watch everyone’s videos and see together each year at Christmas to youth. oils from her home studio. what they think is the most impor- provide shelter, food and presents “I learned a lot more about “I paint what I see, experitant thing, and to think about how for 40 homeless men. homelessness than I thought I ence and know. Growing up all of our most important things Despite her experience with knew,” Boswell said. in Midlothian, I have seen so can work together to help,” Boswell CARITAS, Boswell said she never Pollard said he was interested to many changes. I used to hike and said. realized how significant an issue learn what a difference affordable play in the woods that are now Boswell said she’s had experience homelessness -- especially youth housing could make in addressing the neighborhoods of Charter working with CARITAS, a Richhomelessness -- is in the United homelessness and poverty – a point Colony. I remember how deep mond-area faith-based initiative States, a nation in which she that was made by Melva Gibbs of that provides shelter to the homethought “everybody is pretty wellARTIST page 2 FILM page 2 less. off.”

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Cosby High School's Titan Band recently received its fourth Virginia Honor Band title.

Cosby High snags Honor Band title CONTRIBUTED REPORT

osby High School’s Titan Band recently earned a Unanimous Superior rating the Virginia Band and Orchestra Directors Association State Concert Festival Assessment held Saturday, March 9. The band received praise for their tonal quality, technique, musicianship, and their discipline by the VBODA adjudicators. As a result of the recent win and the fact that the band earned a Superior rating at the State Marching Festival Assessment

in October, the band has now earned its fourth consecutive Commonwealth of Virginia Honor Band title. The band earned a grade of A or A+ on every single category from each of the four state-level judges. The March 9 festival performance marked the seventh consecutive Superior rating for the band at the State Concert Festival Assessment. While this Virginia Honor Band title is the Titans’ fourth, it is Cosby Titan Band Director Earl E. Shaffer Jr.’s 15th career title, 11 of which he won while directing at Lloyd C. Bird

High School. This makes him tied for second among all active band directors in the state for Virginia Honor Band titles earned. When factoring in retired directors, he is tied for 14th amongs all directors in the history of the honor band program in Virginia. He will receive state recognition for earning his 15th honor band title. Cosby Titan Band Director Earl E. Shaffer, JR. accomplished some landmark achievements with the Titan Band’s most recent success. The recent win is Shaffer’s 24th

consecutive Superior rating at this event – 17 at Lloyd C Bird, seven at Cosby – giving him one of the longest winning streaks in Virginia.

The Titans will enjoy two days at Universal Studios Orlando and will also perform a parade at Sea World, Orlando in conjunction with the famous Shamu show.

Florida parade On Saturday, April 13, the Titan Band has been invited to and will lead the Universal Studios Orlando SuperStar Parade. This invitation came as a result of an application process that included video performances, photographs, audio recordings and references by professionals in the business.

Seventh annual concert The Titan Band will present their seventh annual concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 17 in the Cosby theater. The concert will feature a dramatic patriotic finale, a wide range of band music and the famous No B.S. Brass Band as guest professional performers.

Clarke kids span Manchester principal's career BY JODI DEAL REGIONAL REPORTER

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Principal Peter Koste, far left, is shown with the Clarke family, all of whom have attended Manchester High School during his time at the school’s helm. The Clarkes are, from left, Brandon, Jeremy, Levi, Kathleen, Caleb, Erin, Ben, Kyle and Augusta.

n 1994, as he finished his first year as principal of Manchester High School, Peter Koste shook Brandon Clarke’s hand at graduation. Tammy Clarke, Brandon’s mother, had just given birth to a baby girl named Augusta. This spring, Augusta, the baby of a family with nine children, will graduate from Manchester High. Every Clarke child has navigated high school under Koste’s watchful eye. One recent afternoon, Mrs. Clarke rounded up the entire clan, made sure everyone was decked out in Manchester High gear, and arranged a photo with the principal who has meant so much to the family. CLARKE page 4

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Students personal strength CONTRIBUTED REPORT

Millwood School upper school students enjoyed various activities on Feb. 15 in a three hour Strengthsfinders workshop under the guidance of Mariana Marko. Marko is the mother of a current Millwood School student and a Millwood School graduate. She works with TAG Consulting and the Core Clarity. The Strengthsfinders program of Core Clarity is based upon the works of Don Clifton’s research and work on Strengths Psychology. Strengthsfinders was introduced this year as part of Millwood’s upper school’s Life

Time curriculum. The purpose of this program is to help students better identify their talents and use them effectively to help them grow academically and personally. Students began by taking an online test to determine their areas of strength. Marko then worked with teachers in a workshop that gave them a chance to compare the test results with their personal observations of the students. In their own workshop, students worked with one another to learn about each other’s individual strengths. Students discussed how these strengths manifested themselves in their

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daily interactions with one another, and delved into ways they could capitalize on their strengths in school. Students will take what they’ve learned and complete a follow-up project that uses

their specific skills and a presentation. A student who is good at fixing and creating new uses for objects might choose to rebuild a broken computer. Meanwhile a student with a strong desire to help people and leave a lasting influence in the world could plan an event to help the needy or become engaged in a community service project. There will be ongoing individualized activities and culmination projects to round out the Life Time classes this year. Core Clarity is committed to supporting people and groups

in understanding and applying their individual and collective talents in order to improve their relationships, and health, increase their creativity, productivity, and happiness. Core Clarity runs workshops, lectures, and seminars for individual and group development. TAG is a team of professionals who are dedicated to helping others create the lives and businesses they desire by reaching their potential by matching specific coaches with specific needs and challenges. Information provided by Tyler DelGregg and Betsy Latham.

Calls make impact while children are at work. One local participant fell ome senior citizens while on the phone with a vollive alone and go days unteer, who was able to get her without speaking to back on the phone and coach anyone. her through getting help. For them, the Chesterfield “I don’t feel so isolated County Senior Advocate’s Tele- or alone since receiving the phone Reassurance Program weekly calls,” a participant in can brighten a sad day, or, the program said as part of better yet, prevent harm from a survey. “I feel like someone happening. cares.” Through the program, volunteers call seniors and people with disabilities once a week to Debbie Leidheiser check in on them. Senior Advocate Debbie Leidheiser said she’s looking for volunteers that like to talk, If they have any but who also are patient and compassionate. Some older problems, we’re people who participate in the here to help. program may be confused. Others who are particularly lonely might want a long conversation when their Telephone Reassurance call comes. All volunteers receive train“A volunteer has to under- ing and make their calls from stand and empathize without the Senior Advocate’s office. passing judgment or pressing According to Leidheiser, for personal details,” Leidheiser one of the program’s goals is to said. help alleviate fears seniors have Leidheiser added that the when they’re living alone or program has received high don’t have many resources in marks from participants. the community. “Several of the call recipiCalls are made from her ents say it has brightened their office so that should a senior day. Others say these are the ask for help that the Senior only phone calls they get,” Advocate department could Leidheiser said. provide through another People suffering from program, volunteers will have dementia can get reminders to the resources to point them in carry out day-to-day tasks, like the right direction. showering or cooking, while “If they have any problems, older people who live with we’re here to help, to volunteer their children can get some those resources.” interaction with an outsider Similar phone call pro-

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grams across the United States have been effective in reducing loneliness, victimization and health concerns among older adults. Leidheiser said several programs exist in the Richmond area, and that their administrators meet regularly to exchange ideas. Some seniors reach out to the Senior Advocate office and ask to be enrolled in the program, while others are referred by family or social workers. The Senior Advocate’s office sometimes suggests the program to seniors they’re working with on another matter, especially if the client mentions being lonely. Seniors who would like to receive calls must fill out an application form, listing their emergency contacts, languages spoken and any interests or hobbies they have, to assist in pairing them with the best possible volunteer. Volunteers can make their own schedules, working when it’s best for them, Leidheiser noted. Although the Senior Advocate office asks for at least one volunteer day a month, those who want to participate more are welcome to. Calls are made Mondays and Thursdays, and generally take a team of two volunteers about two and a half hours to complete. For more information, visit chesterfield.gov/SeniorVolunteerOpportunities, call 804-768-7878 or e-mail leidheiserd@chesterfield.gov.

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Chesterfield County naturalists Mark Battista and Bob Smet recently visited Millwood School and spoke to students about the county’s abundant natural resources and indigenous wildlife. Students got to hold some of the slithery creatures that Battista and Smet brought to the campus.

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Engine Company 5 in Midlothian painted by Amy Donahue.

ARTIST from page 1 and dense those woods felt,” Donahue wrote in a recent press release. The village has exploded with construction and development in the past 20 years. In an effort to celebrate the charm and beauty of Midlothian, Donahue set out to capture the town’s historic landmarks and commonplace scenes on canvas. The project began years ago, according to Donahue. “I practiced painting and drawing on site at the Grove Shaft ruins during breaks from art school. The Midlothian coal mine ruins were always a fascination. As a kid, my dad would take my siblings and me on bike rides and walks through the woods around the mines. We even had a few water gun fights on the slag piles.

FILM from page 1 Freedom House, another of Pollard and Boswell’s interviewees. Gibbs said that everyone who seeks shelter or food from her organization has a story, whether it’s a tale of foreclosure as a result of the recent recession, or a troubled transition back to civilian life for a veteran in need of mental health services. Both students said they liked seeing their classmates pick up a camera and highlight an issue important to them using technology. Pollard said he and Boswell’s film looked pretty good, despite being shot with

As more of the woods around Midlothian were cut down to make way for new subdivisions and retail stores my desire to paint the landmarks of Midlothian increased,” Donahue wrote. Throughout the past year, Donahue says she has collected ideas, sketches and reference photos of landmarks and vistas familiar to Midlothian dwellers. Her collection of Midlothian artwork includes the stone structure over the Grove mine shaft, which is one of the last remaining structures of the historic Midlothian mines, and paintings of iconic buildings, trees and intersections along Midlothian Turnpike. A painting entitled “Last Standing” depicts an old tree located in the median east of Wal-Mart across from the BMW dealership.

a $500 camera and a cheap microphone. Seeing other students pick up a camera for the first time to make a difference made him feel good, Pollard added. “That makes me very happy to hear,” Warriner said. Boswell said he wants to pursue a career in neonatal nursing, while Pollard hopes to be a filmmaker. Both have been accepted to their colleges of choice: Pollard will attend the University of North Carolina’s School of the Arts in Salem, N.C., while Boswell will attend St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Ind. StudentCam entries were judged by a panel of C-SPAN education representatives

The tree is holding ground between a shopping plaza and several acres of land cleared for development. Another of Donahue’s paintings captures the morning sunlight christening a layer of snow on Midlothian Middle School’s parking lot. In the background a lone figure is shoveling the sidewalk. Other paintings depict Sycamore Square, the Volunteer Fire Station, ducks of the Woolridge Road Lake and a view of the sunset on Route 288 North. Donahue’s award-winning artwork has been displayed in New York City as well as venues in Richmond. Her paintings of Midlothian and other vistas of Virginia vistas can currently be seen at Midlothian’s Café Caturra through April 25 or on her website at www.thisisamy.com/familiarplaces.

and evaluated based on the thoughtful examination of the competition’s theme, quality of expression, inclusion of varying sides of the documentary’s topic, and effective incorporation of C-SPAN programming, according to a C-SPAN press release. Boswell and Pollard are among 146 students from across the country winning a total of $50,000, including one Grand Prize winner, two First Prize winners, eight Second Prize winners, 16 Third Prize winners and 48 Honorable Mentions. The 75 winning videos may be viewed at www.c-span.org/ studentcam.

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Indian Offensive Anniversary at Henricus Historical Park BY KOREY HUGHES Special Correspondent

early 400 years ago, a brutal attack destroyed the Citie of Henricus, where Henricus Historical Park now stands. Starting at 9 a.m. on Friday, March 22, the park, located at 251 Henricus Park Road in Chester, will host two days of events to commemorate the anniversary of the 1622 attack. John Pagano, historical interpretation supervisor at Henricus Historical Park, explained that mistrust between the English and the Indians brought about the attack, known as the Virginia Indian Offensive. According to Pagano, the 1614 marriage of historical figures Pocahontas and John Rolfe was supposed to create peace between the two factions, but instead, their nuptials further intensified discord that already existed. Opechancanough, a Powhatan Indian who became the tribe’s leader after chief Powhatan died in 1618, executed the orders that led to the attack. Pagano said Opechancanough felt humiliated by the truce that his people had agreed to, so he struck back at the English. “Opechancanough was one of the great war captains of the Powhatan people, and he was a powerful figure in that world,” Pagano said. “Because he was well-respected, he had his finger on the pulse of the people, especially the young warriors, and he wanted to drive (the English) into the ocean.”

Ultimately, more than 300 English settlers including men, women and children died during the months that followed the initial attack. Friday morning, anniversary activities will start with a memorial ceremony set for 9 to 9:30 a.m. The flag of St. George’s Cross, an accurate representation of the British symbol of that era, will be flown at half-staff in front of the park’s visitor’s center. During the ceremony, members of the Henricus staff will read the names of the settlers who perished that day and place a commemorative wreath. Pagano said that the list of names was made public as a result of an investigation the English government conducted after the skirmish happened. On Saturday, March 23, historical interpretations that will show what life was like in the settlement after the Virginia Indian Offensive happened will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pagano said his staff of interpreters will present a fair perspective that expresses the opinions of both sides involved in the conflict. “That day, we’re going to have several native interpreters, so people will understand the native perspective and the motivations of Opechancanough,” Pagano said. “And on the English side, you’ll meet interpreters who will explain what happened to all of these English people.” A candlelight tour will also happen from 7 to 9 p.m. on Saturday. Because the subject matter may be too graphic for young children, Pagano said the tour is recommended

for participants who are ages 7 and up. “The evening program focuses on the night after the first attack where there are still battles going on, with people in fear for their lives,” Pagano said. “There are a lot of things that we will do at night will show how traumatizing it was for the English.” Pagano said lessons that are relevant in modern times can be learned from the actions that led to the Virginia Indian Offensive. Notably, he mentioned that intolerance and a lack of communication caused the cultures to repeatedly clash, which culminated in the massacre. “It is an exercise in successful and failed politics,” Pagano said. “The English and the Powhatans co-existed tenuously at the time, and the leaders did not get down to the real issues.” “Some of the English and the Indians reached out to each other, (but) ultimately, it came down to whether or not the leaders wanted to go to war with each other. And the English suffered, but they came back, and it set up another century of warfare between the two groups.” Admission to each of the events is free for Henricus Foundation patrons, $8 for adults and $6 for children from ages 3 to 12. On Saturday, admittance to the event candlelight tours will be included with admission to the daytime event, or visitors can attend the tours separately for the same price. For more information, visit www.henricus.org.

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Diamond day games? BY JIM RIDOLPHI Special Correspondent

t looks like business as usual at the Richmond Metropolitan Authority isn’t going to cut it for Chesterfield County officials. For years, the county has contributed to a plan that has left it with virtually no voice in the decision-making process at the RMA. County leaders hoped that Virginia General Assembly legislation would remedy that situation and level that playing field by adding seats on the RMA board for Henrico and Chesterfield counties and reducing the city’s voting block, but that proposal wilted on the vine, along with fading hope of regional cooperation when it comes to the RMA, and, more specifically, The Diamond. The aging facility was slated for improvements to its lighting system, and Chesterfield has pledged $100,000 for the $300,000 upgrades. City leaders expressed a desire to control the property The Diamond sits on in an effort to devise a plan for a new stadium. That may leave the Richmond Squirrels in the dark, figuratively speaking, as the 2013 season prepares to kick off at The Diamond. They are the unfortunate victims of a regional skirmish that has resulted in a long line of broken promises for an organization that revived baseball in the city. County administrator Jay Stegmaier correctly questioned the wisdom of installing new lights at a stadium slated for sure destruction within the coming months. With a long list of priorities that many would consider more important than baseball, county revenues are stretched thin, and citizens expect no less from their leaders than a frugal approach to regional projects. Chesterfield residents account for at least one-

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third of the Squirrels’ fan base, so county dollars will still flow to the Boulevard. Most of them will use RMA roadways and pay tolls to support those roads to get to the game. The downside to this regional schoolyard fight is that outside forces are watching with great interest as the region attempts to mend longstanding wounds. While neighboring localities have endorsed and funded many regional projects in the past, moving forward in that same direction might prove more difficult. As budgets become tighter, and public dollars are more precious for basic services, participation in regional projects may be forced to be survive on a case-by-case basis. And, maybe that makes more sense for taxpayers, especially ones in a county where it seems far more people are going to Richmond than vice versa. Some have accused the county of taking his ball and going home after it became apparent the county would not be receiving more seats on the RMA board. Chesterfield couldn’t be blamed if it did, but that’s not what happened. Protecting taxpayers’ money and making sure good decisions accompany its spending is local government’s job, and they did no less in withdrawing the county’s funding of the new lights. And for city officials, it may be prudent to consider the wisdom of installing $300,000 worth of new lights to a stadium that is a deal away from done. Night games will continue at The Diamond with or without the new lights. For how long is anybody’s guess. That’s just my take.

All data are based on the publicly available Chesterfield County Police Department daily arrest and crime releases and are reported according to Federal Incident Based Reporting rules.

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16900 block of Hull Street Road Larceny involving a gas drive off was reported at a convenience store/service station.

11300 block of W. Providence Road Bicycles were reported stolen from a bank/saving/loan establishment. 10300 block of Courthouse Road Illegal possession of a tobacco product was reported at a high school.

23112 March 3 13900 block of Spring Run Road Unknown suspect/s entered an elementary school through an unlocked door. Nothing was reported stolen at the time.

13800 block of Sterlings Bridge Road Maltreatment of/cruelty to an animal was reported at a residence. 2600 block of Quisenberry Street Maltreatment of/cruelty to an animal was reported at a residence.

23114 March 5 600 block of Abbey Village Drive Unknown suspect/s stole miscellaneous items from outside a residence.

“Even the prestigious Savage Award barely does justice to recognizing the breadth and scope of Bobby’s impact on our community,” Stegmaier said. “His ceaseless efforts to promote the growth and reputation of the region’s business community and equally strong commitment to community fitness and health have made him a cornerstone of our modern history, even as those efforts continue. His essential role in establishing Communities in Schools of Chesterfield, The First BOBBY UKROP Tee of Chesterfield, the Greater Debi Girvin, chair of the ChesRichmond Aquatic Partnership and terfield Business Council, said the the innovative Ukrop Park/Stratton group is thrilled to honor Ukrop. “His support of our community Park venture has secured a legacy of support for our young people and is truly game-changing,” Girvin future leaders that, in turn, ensures said. “The Aquatics Center has and will continue to have a tremendous hope for generations to come.” The celebration is open to both impact on the community from not only the health and wellness aspect, members, at a price of $35, and nonmembers, at a price of $45. Space is but also the revitalization and economic strength of the Chippenham limited. Register online by visiting www.grcc.com/cbcevents. To register corridor. Bobby has always been passionate about the quality of life in by phone, call 804-783-9368. In business councils that Chesterfield, a passion that is shared cover the city of Richmond and the by everyone who has been honored counties of Chesterfield, Hanover with the Savage Award. With the and Henrico, Greater Richmond Aquatics Center’s success, now we Chamber members address comhave even more reason to celebrate munity-specific issues and engage in this incredibly generous man.” Chesterfield County Administra- advocacy efforts in their localities. tor Jay Stegmaier agreed.

Robious students share health tips Robious Middle School hosted a Community Health Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 4 to 8 p.m. Seventh grade students set up booths to promote healthy lifestyles as a culmination of the their recent learning expedition, “Follow me, I’m headed in the Right Direction!” Local vendors were on site to support the students in their efforts to promote healthy living. The event also included raffles and giveaways for students and parents.

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700 block of Alcott Trail A possible known suspect forced entry through a rear door of a residence.

23832 March 2 10600 block of Hollytree Terrace Unknown suspect/s entered a residence through an unsecured rear door and items were reported stolen.

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March 10 1100 block of Midlothian Turnpike Two armed, unknown suspects wearing masks entered a business and demanded money. The suspects stole money from the business and cell phones from the employees. No injuries were reported.

19600 block of Walker Avenue An unknown suspect entered an unlocked vehicle and stole items.

23836 March 4 11600 block of Riverpark Way Unknown suspect/s entered an unlocked vehicle and stole items.

23235 March 5 2200 block of N Robert Bruce Drive Vandalism of a motor vehicle was reported at a residence.

1100 block of St. Audries Drive Credit card/ATM fraud was reported at a residence.

March 2 2100 block of Point of Rocks Road Unknown suspect/s stole miscellaneous items from a victim’s property.

March 11 7600 block of Elkhardt Road Unknown suspect/s entered an open garage. Nothing was reported stolen at the time. 10600 block of Savoy Road Vandalism of a motor vehicle was reported at a residence. 8500 block of Hazen Street Vandalism of a motor vehicle was reported at a residence.

CLARKE from page 1 On the day the photo was taken, the Clarkes gave Koste a student population pop quiz. They handed him cards with the graduation years of each family member, then tasked him with matching the graduates with their years. Mrs. Clarke was proud to report he passed with flying colors, starting with Augusta and working back through the family, which includes Brandon (1994), Jeremy (1995), Levi (1999), Kathleen (2004), Caleb (2006), Erin (2007), Ben (2009), Augusta (2013) and Kyle (2014). Koste said Tammy Clarke is a known photo historian, who has provided him with photos of his own children at sporting events, along with other treasured images. “One of the cutest pictures I have is of Augusta walking Kyle down to the bus before school,” he said, adding that the photo is hanging in his office. “She always has a camera.” Clarke said she arranged the photo because she thinks it’s commendable for Koste to have remained at the same school for 20 years. Koste agreed that’s fairly unusual,

March 8 2100 block of Point of Rocks Road Unknown suspect/s forced entry through the front door of a vacant, abandoned property. The items were stolen from outside of a shed.

23838 March 11 11300 block of Regalia Drive Vandalism of a mailbox was reported at a residence.

but said it’s families like the Clarkes who made him fall in love with the Manchester area. “They’re just very nice, down-to-earth people who want the best for their kids,” Koste said, adding that he became a fan of the Greater Richmond area while attending Randolph-Macon College in Ashland. “My wife and I have lived here most of the time we’ve been married. I don’t plan on leaving.” Clarke said it’s Koste’s connection to the community that makes him a special principal. “Mr. Koste just seems to know every child in that building,” Clarke said. “It’s not just this graduating class but all the graduating classes. I don’t know how he does it – that’s 2,000-plus kids!” Even during less than happy times, Clarke said Koste is known as a fair and compassionate principal. Koste doesn’t impose fear as a disciplinarian, Clarke said, and, when tragedy strikes, he goes above and beyond the call of duty to help students process trauma, like the death of a fellow student. As the Clarke clan

has passed through Manchester, Mrs. Clarke said she’s been able to witness just about every aspect of school life – multiple sports, programs for gifted students, career and technical training and special education. Her son Kyle, who just turned 21, has disabilities and is enrolled in the school’s special education program, which he will leave in 2014. Clarke said she “can’t say enough nice things” about the nurturing care Kyle has received from special education teachers at Manchester High. “The way that Mr. Koste just allows this team of teachers that are working with challenged children to excel – they are hometown heroes. If it weren’t for Mr. Koste’s support, that program wouldn’t be what it has been,” Clarke said. Koste said his recent visit with the Clarke family gave him an important opportunity to reflect on his time at Manchester High School. “Sometimes you do so much day-to-day work you don’t see the big picture,” Koste said. Now he has a visual representation of the big picture, by way of a big family, to add to the photos on his wall.

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Ukrop wins Chesterfield Business Council award he Chesterfield Business Council of the Greater Richmond Chamber announces Bobby Ukrop as the 17th recipient of the Bernard L. Savage Community Service Award. The business council will host business and civic leaders for a celebratory breakfast banquet honoring Bobby Ukrop at Ruth’s Chris Steak House from 7:30 to 9 a.m. on Friday, April 12. The president and chief executive officer of Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods, Ukrop isn’t just a business owner. He has had a vital role in several important initiatives Chesterfield County. Citizens in Chesterfield County may be aware of his work to make the Greater Richmond Aquatics Partnership a reality, but what they may not know is that Ukrop is also co-founder of both Communities In Schools of Chesterfield and The First Tee of Richmond and Chesterfield. Ukrop has worked to make health, wellness and fitness accessible to children and families in the Richmond Region. One of his nominators, Allison O’Brien from Long & Foster, called Bobby “a leader extraordinaire – and his generosity, enthusiasm and strong values are inspirational.”

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FRIDAY, MARCH 22 Henricus Historical Park will commemorate the anniversary of the 1622 Virginia Indian offensive starting at 9 a.m. at 251 Henricus Park Road in Chester. A short ceremony will commemorate the offensive. Admission is free for Henricus Foundation Patrons, $8 for adults and $6 for children aged 3 to 12. Light refreshments will be available during the day in the Patrons’ Tavern for members of the Henricus Foundation. For more information, visit www.henricus.org. The Riparian Stewardship Program Native Tree Giveaway is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Chesterfield County Department of Environmental Engineering and the James River Soil and Water Conservation District plan to give away 800 native trees, including green ash, river birch, Washington hawthorn, red maple, willow oak, redbud and sycamore. Chesterfield County riparian landowners who want to receive trees must make appointments to pick them up. For an appointment, contact Lorne Field at 804-748-1920 or fieldl@ chesterfield.gov. The Bon Air Baptist Church Moms of Tots to Teens (MOTTS) group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 2531 Buford Road. All moms are welcome. Preschool childcare is available. For more information, contact Loretta Sherwood at tiandlo@aol. com.

SATURDAY, MARCH 23 The Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation guided hike along the North Valley Trail is from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Trek through the Prince William Forest National Park on a 6.5-mile loop. The 15,000acre national park has an intriguing history, including an abandoned pyrite mine and a camp area once used for training spies. The $32 fee includes round-trip transportation from Rockwood Nature Center and an interpretive guide. For more information, call 804-318-8735. To register, call 804-748-1623. The Riparian Stewardship Program Native Tree Giveaway is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Chesterfield County Department of Environmental

Engineering and the James River Soil and Water Conservation District plan to give away 800 native trees, including green ash, river birch, Washington hawthorn, red maple, willow oak, redbud and sycamore. Chesterfield County riparian landowners who want to receive trees must make appointments to pick up the trees. For an appointment, contact Lorne Field at 804-748-1920 or fieldl@chesterfield.gov.

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Henricus Historical Park will commemorate the anniversary of the 1622 Virginia Indian offensive from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Musket and cannon-firing demonstrations will take place throughout the day. Candlelight tours are planned from 7 to 9 p.m. featuring first-person accounts from both sides as if it were the evening of the raid. Candlelight tours are included with admission for the daytime event or visitors may attend separately for the same price. Admission is free for Henricus Patrons, $8 for adults and $6 for children aged 3 to 12. Light refreshments will be available during the day in the Patrons’ Tavern for members of the Henricus Foundation. Medication Take-Back Day will be 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 601 Watkins Centre Parkway in Midlothian. The program is offered by the Chesterfield County Police Department, in partnership with SAFE, Chesterfield’s substance abuse prevention coalition, and Bon Secours St. Francis Watkins Centre. Drop off unused, expired or unwanted medicine for proper disposal.

MONDAY, MARCH 25 JobSeekers meets at 10 a.m. each Monday to provide those unemployed or underemployed with resources for landing a job and emotional and spiritual support while they’re looking. The meeting is held in Pinder Hall at Episcopal Church of Redeemer in Midlothian, located at the corner of Winterfield and Salisbury roads. Get help with resumes; assessing skills and strengths; preparing for interviews, correspondence, and networking

Church, located at 2531 Buford Road. The program, offered by the Chesterfield County Department of Parks and Recreation, will help seniors learn about new health care changes. The course number is 26786. The program is free and is for adults 50 and older. Register at least one week ahead by calling 804-748-1623.

THURSDAY, MARCH 28 Chesterfield Council on Aging meets 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Collegiate School Aquatics Center, located at 5050 Ridgedale Parkway, Noth Chesterfield. Attendees will tour the center. A business meeting will be conducted after the tour. The non-profit Greater Richmond Aquatics Partnership’s mission is to elevate aquatics in the region and to promote health and wellness, sports tourism, competitive swimming and water safety. For reservations or more information, call 804768-7878.

FRIDAY, MARCH 29 “A Walk with Jesus” will be from 3 to 7 p.m. at Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church, 1100 Mt. Pisgah Drive in Midlothian. Children aged 3 through sixth grade and their parents are invited to experience “A Walk with Jesus” together as they journey in the footsteps of Jesus through his ministry and the events of Holy Week. Ageappropriate activities include music, movement, reading and simple crafts at learning stations in the Christian Family Life Center (upstairs). This event is free and open to the public.

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services. Those include: • Palm Sunday services at 8:30, 9:45 and 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 24; • A Holy Thursday service of Holy Communion at 7 Shalom Baptist Church Choir p.m. on Thursday, March 28, presents Easter Cantata, “In held in the Social Hall; His Hands,” beginning at 4 • A Holy Friday service at p.m. at New Journey Church, 7 p.m. on Friday, March 29; 321 County Line Road, • A Holy Saturday service Midlothian. For more informa- WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27 tion call 379-4065. Changes to Medicare begins at 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 30; at 10 a.m. at Bon Air Baptist Eat Like a Locavore seminar begins 6 p.m. at the Clover Hill Library. Learn to grow your own vegetables regardless of space constraints – leave with a garden plan and a plant in hand. The program is presented for free by the Chesterfield County Cooperative Extension and the Chesterfield County Master Gardeners.

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That performance is beLeap Week is being ing sponsored by Dominion celebrated by the Richmond Resources. Ballet, with a performance Company dancers will be scheduled in Bon Air. in attendance and every cusAt 6 p.m. today (Thurstomer can enter for a chance day, March 21) Ballet in to win a pair of tickets to the ’Burbs Celebration will next season’s performance be presented at Joe’s Inn at of “The Nutcracker.” 2616 Buford Rd. Reservations are recomMinds In Motion, Team mended. XXL, ambassadors for the A portion of the proceeds Richmond Ballet’s educawill benefit the Richmond tion and outreach program, Ballet. will perform dances based For more information on different children’s on Leap Week events, visit books. www.richmondballet.com.

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25. Any member of the family Hominidae 27. Received thrust (Geology) 28. Mexican treasury certificates 30. Ancient Egyptian king 31. Searches through 32. Silent actors 33. Biscuitlike tea pastry 36. Largest Canadian province 37. Chess horseman (abbr.) 38. Theater orchestra area 39. One who replaces a striker 41. The bill in a restaurant 42. A major division of geological time 43. Imperturbable 46. Used esp. of dry vegetation 49. Delaware 51. A passage with access only at one end 52. Brew 53. Common degree 54. Shape of a sphere 55. Yearly tonnage (abbr.) 58. City of Angels 59. Pound 60. Hello 61. Wizard of __

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, some issues that require your attention arise at the office even though you may feel you have already devoted enough time to work responsibilities this week.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, someone you can trust will be by your side this week when you need the most support. He or she also can help with sorting through financial concerns.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 You may need an extra dose of patience this week, Taurus. Some difficult tasks are ahead and you will be in charge of getting things back to normal.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 A memorable night is on the horizon, Leo. It may be Wednesday or Thursday, so plan to look your best on those days. Romance could be in the air as well.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, you may need to take a look at your finances and any things you can do to address any issues. Tweak things that have not been working as you had hoped.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, though many things can induce stress, the infectious sound of children’s laughter will quickly take you out of a slump. Take some time to enjoy the simpler things in life.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, before reacting to something this week, take a few deep breaths before saying or doing anything. This way you can be sure you are not engaging in a kneejerk reaction.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Sagittarius, make some concessions if it means keeping the peace around the house. Sometimes you have to simply sit back and let others be in the spotlight.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, take a few moments to think about what you expect from a particular person and then develop a strategy that will bring you to that end. It sounds easy, but it will require effort. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Sometimes things last, but other times they fizzle away, Aquarius. You may not be able to predict the outcome of everything, but you can take steps to protect the things you want to save. PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Others will quickly figure out that there is no one quite like you, Pisces. You are a great friend to be around.

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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Are you ready for surprises, Aries? If not, loosen up a little bit because there is a little excitement in store for you. It will come when you least expect it.

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Cosby loses slugfest, season opener to Hanover Hunter Williams, a junior who was second team. season-opening baseball game A University of North Carolina commit, between two high schools that are Williams, batting third, hammered the first perennial powers in the Central Re- pitch he saw from Hawks starter Trevor Dengion is sure to draw attention even ton in the first inning well over the rightfield though the outcome has little effect on what fence for a home run to give the Titans a 1-0 the teams accomplish by the end of the season. lead. Hanover High School Knizner, who is headed traveled to Cosby High to North Carolina State, colSchool that saw the Hawks lected a checked-swing single downing the Titans 11-8 in a during the Hawks’ six-run three-hour game. sixth inning, but he produced The Hawks and Titans his specialty, a defensive gem, combined for 19 runs and in the bottom of the fifth for 24 hits. Each team used four an inning-ending, rally-snuffpitchers. ing double-play. As Cosby coach Tim LowThe bases were loaded ery said in the postgame, “It’s with one out when Cosby’s a first game and a lot of sceRyan Hall grounded to narios go along with it. We second base to drive in Tyler didn’t execute things we should have executed. Fitzgerald, who had led off with a walk. Same for them. Mistakes were made on both Knizner handled the throw from the second sides. As we get better, as they get better, if we baseman for the second out, then faked a happen to see them at the end, [I think] we’ll throw to first, turned and threw to third where see two different teams.” he caught Cosby’s David Walsh breaking for Each team returned a player from last year’s home. Walsh was tagged out in the ensuing Richmond Times-Dispatch All-Metro team: run-down. Hanover shortstop Andrew Knizner, a senior COSBY page 7 who was first team, and Cosby first baseman BY ARTHUR UTLEY Contributing Writer

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Riley Wilson (15) of the Cosby High School Titans winds up for the pitch Thursday afternoon in the season opening game against Hanover High School. Left, HJ Ellis (2) rounds first base on Thursday.

The Queen of Quickness Clover Hill’s junior sprinter among district's fastest BY FRED JETER Contributing Writer

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Diane Moseley, a junior at Clover Hill High School, has been named Region Athlete of the Year. She has a busy spring planned, alternating between the 100-, 200- and even 400-meter individually.

ince the name Diana will be forever linked to royalty, it seems only fair Diana Young has been crowned the area’s queen of quickness. The Clover Hill High School junior is a blur of green and gold once the starter’s gun fires and she blasts down the track. Competing in Central Region 55-meters at Arthur Ashe Center, the Cavalier Comet broke the tape in a hot 7.43 for coach Tiffany Street. That was a jittery heartbeat ahead of Cosby High School’s Alexandria Moseley (7.45) and Brittany Person of Dinwiddie High School (7.46). “It was so close, I didn’t know myself whether I’d won or not,” she said. “While they (officials) were sorting it out, I went outside the building for a while . . . when I came back in, I heard them announcing I’d won.” To put a Region championship into perspective, mathematically, consider this: The Central Region has 33 schools; if you figure about 700 girls per school, then winning Regions means you’re fleetest of more than 22,000. The dash at Ashe was Young’s first significant victory and also her first triumph – albeit by slimmest of margins – over the spectacular Moseley, the area’s No. 1 track diva.

No speed limits Here is a list of records for high school, girls’ 55-meter sprints: National – 6.68: Alisha Latimer, Colorado Springs, Colo., 1996; Angela Williams, Chino, Cal., 1998 State Meet – 6.92: Keilah Tyson, Western Branch, 2011 Region Meet – 7.04: Dawn Sowell, JHW, 1984 Dominion District Meet – 7.3: – Kwadena Caple, Manchester, 2002 Clover Hill – 7.29: Diana Young, Feb. 1, 2013

“One of my goals has always been to beat Alex, just once,” said Young. A week before on same track, dashing “Di” had lost to the spring-loaded Moseley in Dominion District 55 finals. The teenagers figure to keep fast company the next couple of years, indoors and out. The versatile Moseley, named Region Athlete of Year, also is a junior. Young has a busy spring planned, alternating between the 100-, 200- and even 400-meter individually, while adding her rocket fuel to the Cavs’ 4-by-100 relay.

Cosby High School girls' varsity soccer team members Blayne Fink, from the top down, Lizzy Patrick, Gina D'Orazio and Madison Conyers are poised to do their best to repeat this year as Group AAA state champs.

Cosby varsity girls’ soccer aiming for back-to-back state titles BY BEN ORCUTT Contributing Writer

The Cosby High School varsity girls’ soccer team has a chance to become the first team to win back-to-back Group AAA state titles since Lake Braddock of Fairfax County accomplished the feat in 2007. However, Titans’ fourth year head coach Roger D. Lattimer is trying to make sure that his squad focuses on the

task at hand rather than look too far down the road. “You know if we start looking too far forward something is going to sneak up on you, especially when we feel like having won the state championship last year, every team is out to get us,” Lattimer said before Cosby’s 3-1 season opening win last week over Dominion District rival Midlothian. “So we [have to] be that much more prepared for

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every match knowing that people are coming after us.” The Titans finished last season with a 23-0-1 record capped by their 3-1 victory on penalty kicks over Broad Run of Loudoun County in the state championship game at Westfield High School in Fairfax County. Coming into this year, Cosby’s record

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Richmond Venom 14-6 winners in inaugural game That goal was realized on Saturday when the Venom ast August when traveled to Delaware to head coach Michael clash with the Prince George Wilson and the Pythons in the ACFA Kickoff Richmond Venom Classic, which the visiting held player tryouts to fill the Venom won with a score of roster of the area’s new14-6. est semi-pro football team, “I told the players before Wilson was already lookthey took a step onto that ing ahead seven months to field in Delaware to rememthe team's first-ever season ber what brought you here in opener. the first place,” Wilson said. Since early September and “Then I told them something continuing all winter, the off- that I say to them all the season has been filled with time, winning isn’t everya grueling two day a week thing but the will to win is.” practice schedule, a condiStingy defensive play tioning program one day a from both teams was the week and hours upon hours highlight through a scoreless of time spent first putting first quarter and most of the together and later learning first half. Finally with 1:40 a playbook. Throughout, left in the second quarter, the Wilson, his coaching staff Venom’s Joel Lay dove into and players all had one goal the endzone from 2 yards in mind: the Venom’s firstout for the first touchdown ever Atlantic Coast Football in Venom history. Lay also Alliance season opener. scored on the two-point con-

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version that had Richmond 8-0 at the half. “The defense for both teams was excellent,” said Wilson. “Both teams executed on defense and both sides looked sharp.” Venom special teams grabbed the spotlight in the third quarter. On a Prince George kickoff return, Richmond’s Harvey Freeman stripped the ball from the Pythons’ kick returner then rumbled 30 yards the other way for the Venom’s second and final score of the game was called in the middle of the third quarter due to lighting issues at the Milton, Del., facility. “We’ve got some talking points now,” Wilson said afterwards as he reflected on the ending of the much anticipated contest. “Now we’ve got something to build upon and a lot of work to do.”

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Venom coaching staff Derek Chisholm, left, Michael Wilson, Kevin Snyder and Maurice Anderson are shown unveiling the Richmond Venom’s game day helmets (minus face masks) during the team’s inaugural season kickoff party.

Richmond Venom 2013 Spring Schedule (Home games in bold) March 16: Richmond Venom vs. Prince George Pythons Milton DE March 23: Richmond Venom vs, Suffolk Chargers 6 p.m. Suffolk March 30: Portsmouth Mustangs vs. Richmond Venom

6 p.m. at Harrowgate Park April 6: Richmond Venom vs. Charlottesville Kryptonite 6 p.m. Charlottesville April 13: Richmond Venom vs. DMV Jaguars 2 p.m. Suitland, Md. April 20: Fredericksburg Bears vs. Richmond Venom

6 p.m. at Old Clover Hill High School April 27: Charlottesville Kryptonite vs. Richmond Venom 6 p.m. at Old Clover Hill High School May 4: Richmond Venom vs. Fredericksburg Bears 6 p.m. Fredericksburg

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COSBY from 6 It was the second scoring opportunity mistake in the game for the Titans. A.J. Nicely was tagged out at home on an attempted suicide squeeze bunt in the third when the batter failed to lay down the bunt. Hanover did little at the plate against Cosby starter Ryan Bickford through the first three innings. The long drive from Hanover to Cosby disrupted the Hawks’ pregame routine, and “we kind of got off the bus pretty flat,” Hanover coach Charlie Dragum said. “I was kind of nervous for awhile. We were lucky to be down one instead of five.” Hanover scored three times in the fourth to go ahead 3-1.

SOCCER from 6 under Lattimer was 57-5-3, which includes three Dominion District regular season titles and three district tournament titles, two Central Regional crowns, a state runner-up finish his first year and last year’s state championship. The Titans have good team chemistry, which Lattimer said is a large part of their success. They also have talent with nine starters returning from last year. “I think a bigger piece of it is, How do you play as a team?” Lattimer said. “What do you do for each other out there? How hard are you going to work for it? I think that’s just as big of a piece. I think you could take a team that has 11 Division I players but doesn’t play as a team versus a team that has a couple and one that will fight

QUEEN from 6 Gazing to the horizon, she said she believes the 400 might be her best bet collegiately, with Virginia Tech atop her wish list. The 5-foot-4 Young, who wears her hair in a short wavy coif, as opposed to the standard ponytail, is the sixth of Jennifer and Sean Young’s seven children. Her hero is 2012 Olympian Carmelita Jeter, who she follows closely on Twitter.

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Derek Casey delivered a runscoring single, and Caymon Richardson drove in two runs with a single for the Hawks. Cosby knotted the score at 3 when Hall drove in a run with a triple then scored on a wild pitch. Hanover took the lead for good with two runs in the fifth and broke the game open with six runs in the sixth. Cosby chipped away with single runs in the fifth and sixth and added two more in the bottom of the seventh. The bright sunshine and the wind played havoc with fly balls. Both teams had difficulty fielding what should have been routine catches on a calmer day, and both teams had two errors. The game ended with the

bases loaded and Hanover third baseman Fitzgerald catching an infield pop-up on his back. “We had a few ups and downs, but, overall, we played pretty good,” said Hanover catcher Keith Searles, who added he easily would take 11 runs a game. Searles is happy to be back behind the plate. He was the starting catcher last year until he tore the posterior cruciate ligament in his right knee early last season. He couldn’t squat to catch, but, by wearing a brace and undergoing physical therapy, he was able to contribute as the designated hitter. Healthy now, Searles produced two doubles and an RBI single against the Titans.

Dragum praised the energy and senior leadership Searles has contributed this season. “I had to make the most of what I had last year. I love being in the game (offensively and defensively). I love being the quarterback of the baseball field,” Searles said. No seniors are among Hanover’s pitching corps. Juniors Derek Casey and Denton are the top two. Casey (two singles, RBI at the plate) didn’t pitch Thursday. Denton was followed on the mound by Thomas Renfro, Mathew Corley and Hayden Moore. Corley was the winning pitcher, and Moore, a freshman, earned a one-out save. “We wanted to give our

pitchers some work. We’re looking to see what we’re going to do down the line,” Dragum said. Cosby used Bickford, Michael Day, Joe Hess and Riley Wilson on the mound. Williams also pitches. “I’m looking for pitchers to throw strikes,” Cosby’s Lowery said. “You’ve got to be able to throw; you’ve got to command the zone and hit your spots. There were a couple of times we didn’t do that. It’s always good to play great competition. Charlie does a great job with their kids. They are a very good team. They’ve got a lot of good athletes, and they proved it [Thursday].” Hanover is the last team

from the Central Region to play for a state title. The Hawks were the runners-up in 2009. Cosby was a state semifinalist in 2010, and the Titans are the region’s defending champions. Both coaches expect their teams to improve throughout the season. Lowery regularly reminds the Titans: “It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish.” Hanover 000 326 0 – 11 12 2 Cosby 100 211 3 – 8 12 2 Denton, Renfro (4), Corley (5), Moore (7) and Searles; Bickford, Day (5), Hess (6), Wilson (6) and Ellis. W – Corley. L – Bickford. S – Moore. Records: Hanover 1-0; Cosby 0-1.

tooth and nail for each other and I think the team’s that’s working harder, fighting for each other is going to win out.” A native of Utica, N.Y., 28-year-old Lattimer played four years of soccer at Mount Markham High School under Charlie Engle, one of the most winningest boys’ soccer coaches in the country. Lattimer said he soaked up as much knowledge from Engle as he could and it’s helped him to be successful at Cosby with last year’s state title being the crowning achievement thus far. “It was just amazing,” Lattimer said of winning the state championship. “It was just surreal being out there and seeing our team come together the way that they did.” When Titan midfielder Lizzy Patrick scored the gamewinning penalty kick, tears

came into his eyes, Lattimer said. “It was just so joyful and [I was] just so proud of these girls and what they accomplished,” he said. A senior midfielder, winning the state championship was thrilling, Patrick said. “It was just unbelievable and the most incredible feeling ever and we just want to uphold that and make it happen again,” she said. The Titans have the talent and the mindset to have another outstanding season this year, Patrick said. “I think if we do take it one step at a time again and just take everything in as it happens this team has great potential and great depth and I think we can do great things again,” she said. Lattimer noted the stellar

play in last year’s state championship game by returning senior goalkeeper Blaine Fink, who was second-team All-State and is headed to Virginia Tech in the fall to play soccer for the Hokies. Like her coach, Fink said the Titans need to set aside last year’s accomplishments and concentrate on getting better during each practice and each game. “The target on our back got two times bigger from winning last year so it’s one game at a time, one practice at a time,” she said. “We’re not thinking about anything but what’s right now and that’s how we’re going to be successful is just taking it a game at a time, not focusing on anything but what is right now.” Returning junior midfielder Madison Conyers, who earned

first-team All-State and firstteam All-American honors last year for Cosby and who has committed to play soccer at Virginia Tech, said the Titans’ success does not come from individual talent but from team play. “I feel like what makes us what we are is we’re really close as a team,” she said. “So that helps a lot.” Gina D‘Orazio, a returning senior midfielder for the Titans and a second-team All-State selection last year, is nursing a hamstring injury, but expects to be back on the field soon. While she said she would like nothing better than to recapture the “awesome”

feeling of winning last year’s state crown, D’Orazio said the Titans have to stay focused on what’s in front of them to have a chance for a repeat. “We have to make sure that every game we come out to we come out just as hard as we did last year,” she said. “It doesn’t matter what team we’re playing, like whether it’s [L.C.] Bird or Midlothian. It doesn’t matter. We need to come out with the same mindset every game. We just have to keep working hard every practice. Like we can’t take things for granted. We can’t go easy on each other. We just gotta keep working hard and I think we could do it.”

Just recently, Young received a direct reply from Jeter, who won silver at 100 meters, bronze at 200, and gold in the 4-by-1, in London. “There’s a 10-minute period on her Twitter where you’re allowed to ask questions,” said Young. “I told her ‘I think too much’ before big meets and I asked her ‘How do you stay focused?’” “She told me that if you know you’ve done all you can

to prepare, then you can relax and run your best.” When not in track togs, Young mentors students in Clover Hill’s special education and coaches a hip-hop dance team at Clover Hill Assembly of God. Young was no overnight success. Her status upgrade, over three years, has been more about perspiration than being the lucky recipient of any Cinderella stardust.\“Diana wants

to make a name for herself, and she’s not afraid of hard work,” said Street. “Many times, once practice is over, she stays to do more.” Here’s how Young puts it: “Track has become my passion; having some success shows to me the hard work has paid off.” There will be no letting up on the gas. “Di” enjoys her seat on the sprint throne, though wary Moseley (who she took it from) isn’t going away.

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