Richland Chronicle January 29th, 2019

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Vol. XLV Issue 17 January 29, 2019

Supreme Court upholds trans military ban Pg. 2

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Trans ban legalized

by Supreme Court Trace Miller

Assistant Managing Editor “Blatant transphobia,” said Nicky Garza, a Richland student and transgender veteran.

This is how Garza described the recent Supreme Court decision to uphold the Trump administration’s ban on both transgender individuals enlisting in the military and troops undergoing gender transition.

President Trump’s ban was upheld by the Supreme Court on Jan. 22. The court ruled 5-4 in favor of the ban but did not elaborate on its decision.

This decision reverses an Obama-era policy of allowing transgender individuals to enlist in the military—a policy that became effective on Jan. 1, 2018.

Under the Trump administration’s new policy, however, transgender individuals may no longer enlist.

Furthermore, the decision halts another Obama-era policy dating from 2016 that

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“It’s really sad. I think his reasoning was because trans people are a ‘distraction.’”

-Avery Hall allowed troops diagnosed with gender dysphoria to undergo gender transition.

Now, troops with gender dysphoria must continue to serve as their biological sex, no matter their gender identification or level of discomfort. Troops diagnosed with gender dysphoria and fully transitioned under Obama’s policy, however, may continue to serve in the military.

It is important to note that Trump has not banned transgender individuals from serving in the military; rather, he has banned transgender individuals from enlisting and military personnel from transitioning to another gender during their service.

The Pentagon and Justice Department supported the Supreme Court ruling. Kerri Kupec, spokeswoman of the Justice Department, said that Obama-era policies had posed “a risk to military effectiveness and lethality,” and the Pentagon issued a statement saying that the new policy will “ensure the most lethal and combat effective fighting force.”

Trump says that he banned transgender enlistments and troop gender transitions because transgender troops pose a risk to fellow soldiers and reduce the lethality of the US military—though it is unclear in what ways enlistments and troop gender transitions

because transgender troops pose a risk to fellow soldiers and reduce the lethality of the US military—though it is unclear in what ways transgender troops do so.

“It’s really sad,” said Avery Hall, a Richland student and president of the Pride at Richland College (PARC) student organization. “I think [Trump’s] reasoning was because trans people are a ‘distraction.’”

“I think it had something else to do with funding for transitioning [which involves] hormone therapy,” said Valerie Jimenez, a Richland student and member of PARC. “[But] I mean, considering how much they spend on weapons ane transferring soldiers here and there, that costs way more than giving someone testosterone…. I think it all boils down to funding. That’s the main excuse I’ve heard so far.”

Jesus Porras, a veteran services administration clerk at Richland College, also cited “financial reasons” as possible grounds for the ban.

“A lot of [the ban] has to do with financial [motives] just because the military has other issues that they have to address first. I mean, would you much rather have your taxpayer dollars going towards somebody’s transition… or would you much rather have it go towards advances in the military funding for the protection of what they having going on, missions that they’re carrying out, or stuff like that? So that’s where I would believe it kind of underlies [the ban],” said Porras.

Trump has indicated money as the prime motivator for his ban pointing to a RAND Corporation study estimating that military gender transition procedures would cost between $2.4 million and $8.4 million per year.

Hall believes that the rationale behind the ban boils down to military spending and Trump’s desire to force his views on everyone else.

“There’s no valid reason for it,” said Hall.

Meanwhile, Porras stated that “At the end of the day, business needs to get done. And that’s a lot of what the military’s about: business.”

It is easy to point out the ban’s macroeffects on military policy and the political climate.

But the ban also has micro-effects on individual soldiers and their families. Garza counts among their friends many transgender veterans. “[Transgender troops] are pretty much not knowing what to do because this is coming off the heels of the big government shutdown.

So already they’re worried about feeding their families right now, they’re also worried about where their future is and all that. So, it’s a very unsure and stressful time for them,” Garza said.

The Associated Press contributed to this story.

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Learning to become an entrepreneur Staff Writer

Students as a whole come to college with big dreams but may not be sure how to get there. Some may say, “I will become a great actor, or a great musician,” while others may hope to have their own business someday.

The Entrepreneurship Club at Richland helps students reach those dreams.

“Concerning my entrepreneurship interest, it all began when I was about 11 years old,” said Haroon Mudesir, co-president of the Entrepreneurship Club.

“I started selling snacks and candies at my school for the sole purpose of buying the new iPod that had been recently released at the time.”

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Hannah Rahman tells students about Pride at Richland College club at the 2018 Club Fair.

Finding your niche at club fair Kobloh-Obase Kammonke Staff Writer

The Richland Office of Student Life is hosting Club Fair, an event held every semester.

It will take place in the East Breezeway, Jan. 30-31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Different clubs will set up booths in El Paso lounge. Students can find out about campus clubs and ask questions about their activities and missions.

Clubs are a big part of the Richland community and cater to the needs of various interest groups.

“Last semester we had 46 clubs. We average between 35 and 50 clubs per semester,” said Kristi Battles, student life coordinator.

With this average, there is more than enough variety to cater to the student body. The clubs range from religious clubs to gender empowering networks and one can always create a club if they feel there is a need for it.

Creating a club involves meeting several requirements to help it run smoothly.

“A full-time staff [member] or faculty adviser, completed paperwork to include a club petition, constitution and officer roster [for new clubs], officer roster for returning clubs and risk management training for all clubs,” Battles said.

“A club petition requires 10 signatures from current credit students. There is no minimum or maximum number of club members required to be considered a club,” she added.

Joining a club can be really helpful in terms

of giving students a platform to express themselves as well as creating networking opportunities. It gives students a place to find other students with similar interests. Club networking can help students get recommendations for classes, make job connections and even find help filing their taxes.

“Yes, me joining a club has been helpful, especially a Christian club. I already wanted to be part of one coming to school, so just finding one that fits what I was looking for has been really helpful. I made very close friends and have gotten to know a lot of people,” said Javiera Pinochet, president of the Fellowship of Christian University Students (F.O.C.U.S.) Extra-curricular activities help students foster a community and support system within the school environment. Connecting with a club gives students the opportunity to make friendships that will extend beyond a college setting and into the work environment. Clubs can also help students deal with feelings of isolation.

“I feel like sometimes college can be a very lonely place. I feel like people that get involved in clubs are able to grow in their social skills and just meet new people that can help you in the real world later on,” Pinochet said.

Club Fair is a great avenue for students to learn about different clubs on campus that meet their interests. It’s also an opportunity for clubs with similar agendas to collaborate in order to merge their interest groups and help students network.

“Waiting in line for new apparel and sneakers was a way for me to network.”

– Haroon Mudesir

The Entrepreneurship Club at Richland was created to lift young people’s spirits and encourage them to nurture the entrepreneur hidden within. The club is managed by students who include the co-presidents,

a media representative and treasurer who are determined to assist club members, learn about what’s required to become an entrepreneur.

Monthly meetings include activities such as personality tests that help students to learn about their strengths and weaknesses and how well their personalities may adapt to roles in big business, investments and entrepreneurship.

“After noticing the small successes I had [selling snacks], I began thinking more and more about other types of businesses,” Mudesir said. “Later on, during my freshman year of high school, I started selling limited-edition sneakers and apparel, which created insight to others with my mindset. Waiting in line for new apparel and sneakers was a way for me to network.”

The Entrepreneurship Club is for students who aspire to start their own business ventures and are interested in learning from their predecessors. Small business owners and successful entrepreneurs are invited to share their experiences with the club, discuss their journey, the difficulties they faced, the resources they acquired and the mindset they needed. Students are given the opportunity to ask questions and find encouragement from people who, just years before, were in the same shoes of developing business ideas and have since become successful entrepreneurs.

To join the Entrepreneurship Club, students should send an email to kevinwortley@dcccd. edu to find information about upcoming meetings and procedures.

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Club members from left to right: Haroon Mudesir and Javier Santillan (co-presidents), Dianna Vo, Noor Kamel, Jaggan Jestine, Francine Lalaque and Gregory Ferrara.

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January 29, 2019

Top picks for 2018 Ricky Miller

Staff Writer The past year in cinema offered plenty of bright spots with true-life tales taking center stage at a time when America suffered from superhero fatigue. Listed below are my Top 10 picks from 2018. For the record, “Roma” landed at 34 on my list and “The Favourite” clocked in at No. 53.

1.“Green Book” – This gem, based on a true story, is about pianist Dr. Don Shirley (Oscarnominated Mahershala Ali) who faces social challenges touring the Deep South in 1960s America with Tony Lip (Viggo Mortensen) his driver and friend.

A+ 2.“Incredibles 2” – Director Brad Bird returns to cover the Parr family who is in hiding because their existence has been outlawed.

A 3.“Bohemian Rhapsody” – This film is essentially a biopic about the rock group Queen and its distinct style led by front man Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek), who is in the running for a Best Actor Oscar.

A 4.“Crazy Rich Asians” – This fictional tale follows the budding romance of Rachel (Constance Wu) and Nick Young (Henry Golding). ` A

5.“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” – This enjoyable animated entry recently won a Golden Globe in the Best Animated category.

A 6.“Ready Player One” – Steven Spielberg directed this fun adventure based on the Ernest Cline novel that makes references to the 1980s.

A 7.“Avengers: Infinity War” – This Marvelbased adventure-fantasy deals with Josh Brolin’s Thanos, an alien collecting Infinity Stones to make him the most powerful man in the universe.

A 8.“A Simple Favor” – This fictional story follows Anna Kendrick’s Stephanie, a mommy blogger, and her relationship with friend Emily (Blake Lively).

A 9.“Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” – This amazing documentary looks at Fred Rogers’ television creation that helped children face adult situations and attitudes. Just so readers know, it made me cry. Twice.

A10.“Black Panther” – This superhero tale explores the fictional land of Wakanda and Chadwick Boseman’s character T’Challa, aka Black Panther, in an enjoyable comic book ride.

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‘Ready Player One’, a Stephen Spielberg film, comes in at number 6.

“The Sixth Sense” (1999) – A post “Die Hard franchise, this was superstar Bruce Willis carrying a stand-alone movie that deals with his psychiatrist spending time with young Haley Joel Osment’s Cole Sear, a youth who gave us the line, “I see dead people.”

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‘Glass’ ends the trilogy Ricky Miller Staff Writer

With “The Sixth Sense” in 1999, M. Night Shyamalan came on like gangbusters. That was early in his career. Somewhere along way through, he lost his ability to just make a decent stand-alone movie.

His post “Unbreakable” (2000) efforts included the decent Mel Gibson-led “Signs.”

(2002) (Grade: B+), “The Last Airbender” (2010) (D+), “The Happening” (2008) (C-), “The Village” (2004) (C) and “Lady in the Water,” (2006) (C-).

Lest we forget, “After Earth,” a Will Smith project landed with a giant thud in the summer of 2013. Smith was proud of that entry since it not only featured his son, Jaden, but he received a co-writer credit as well.

Another dud came out a couple of years back with “The Visit,” (2015) after which I said I would not frequent another Shyamalan film until he finished his so-called trilogy involving both “Unbreakable” and “Split” (2016).

“Glass” is the final film in the series Shyamalan started with “Unbreakable” 19 years ago.

The second installment of the trilogy, “Split” (C+), dealt with James McAvoy’s Kevin, a man with 23 distinct personalities. The 24th personality, referred to as The Beast, has yet

“Signs”(2002) – Mel Gibson was at the top of his star power game in this one as former pastor Rev. Graham Hess, who faces unexpected guests on his farm in the country. Also stars Joaquin Phoenix, Rory Culkin and Abigail Breslin.

B+ A+

“Unbreakable” (2000) – This was without question, the best offering from the mind of M. Night Shyamalan. Bruce Willis is David Dunn, a security guard left alive after his train crashes.

Samuel L. Jackson stars as Elijah Price, a man with brittle bone structure.

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Samuel L. Jackson, left, and James Star McAvoy in “Glass.”

to be uncovered. At the center of this story was Anya Taylor-Joy’s Casey Cooke, a student from a dysfunctional home who encounters pure evil after a trip with friends to the zoo.

“Glass,” the final episode in the three-part series, does not disappoint. It takes the best parts of “Unbreakable” and “Split” and turns those storylines into a functioning, cohesive story.

Returning to the tale is Spencer Treat Clark as Dunn’s son Joseph. His mom Audrey (Robin Wright) passed away from cancer earlier in the storyline, so it is just Joseph and David running the families’ security business.

Multiple Golden Globe-winning actress Sarah Paulson is Dr. Ellie Staple who wants to disprove the fact that these men are not superheroes, rather just normal men. This sets up what is essentially an origin story. It takes advances in modern technology, like cell phones, to disprove Staple’s notions.

The majority of the movie takes place in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs. It convenes inside a hospital where a few individuals have tales that crisscross until the very end of the story.

“Glass” restores Shyamalan’s reputation as a great director and filmmaker who can tell a good story. Hopefully, his future endeavors will continue his approach in telling fluid, dynamic tales.

Grade: A-

“The Village” (2004) – Bryce Dallas Howard gives a star-making turn as Ivy Walker, a blind girl in love with Joaqun Phoenix’s Lucius Hunt, who needs medicine to get better. This was the start of Shyamalan’s streak of bad movies.

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“Split” (2016) – Another one that had potential gets lost in the shuffle in this tale of a young teenager in Anya Tyler Joy’s Casey Cook a girl with problems of her own. James McAvoy is Kevin, a man with 23 distinct personalities.

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‘Super quirky’ characters compete in ‘Spelling Bee’ Staff Writer

The competition is tough in the musical “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” The students are prepared and ready for the challenge. Six enthusiastic students will compete in a spelling bee for a chance to win scholarship money and a spot in the national spelling bee in Washington, D.C. The action, however, will take place on the Fannin Performance Hall stage when the Richland Drama Department presents the musical from 7:30 to 9 p.m., Feb. 6-9 with no intermission. The preview takes place Feb. 5 at the same time.

The musical was conceived by Rebecca Feldman and is based on the book by Rachel Sheinkin with music and lyrics by William Finn. It originated as a skit performed by a New York improv group and developed into a full-length show.

Gregory Lush, Richland drama professor and director, classifies “Spelling Bee” as “100 percent musical-comedy.” The musical was selected last semester with rehearsals starting in the fall semester and continuing into the spring semester.

Lush said the musical is both “fun and funny and that all six of the students tend to be unique.” The cast includes a total of nine Richland students. Seven are theater students, and two are music students. The characters

have some kind of peculiarity or quirk.

They are: Chip (Ben Stegmair), the spelling champion of Putman County; Schwartzy (Bethany Long), who has two fathers and a lisp; Leaf (Sheldon Vielma), who is home schooled and has attention deficit disorder; Olive (Catherine Christenson), an only child who loves words and reads the dictionary; Barfee (Andres Camacho) plagued by health problems and spells words on the floor with his feet; and Marcy (Christina Hollie), an over achiever who plays the piano, dances, does martial arts and twirls her baton.

“One of the most important things here is that we didn’t make fun of these kids, but that we kind of celebrated their unique qualities,” Lush said. “I feel like we’ve done a pretty good job of that.”

What would a spelling bee be without some adults to oversee it?

Kim Dominguez plays Rona Lisa Peretti, a local realtor and the third annual Putnam County spelling champion. Alex Istrate is Douglas Panch, vice principal, a man who’s frustrated with his life because he can’t get a promotion. James Jensen plays Mitch Mahoney, a comfort counselor who worries more about the kids who lose.

The musical is similar to a PG-13 movie rating because there’s a “very little bit of swearing and one kind of a mature situation that arises, but it’s good, wholesome fun,” Lush said. “It’s nothing too crazy. I think

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Andres Camacho, left, Ben Stegmair and Jimmy Jensen during rehearsal.

people will love it. There are several people from the audience used as volunteer spellers.”

Lush describes the characters as “super quirky.”

“They kind of fill all of those different stereotypes. I think it celebrates them, their stories and their unique personalities. And that’s what most of the songs are about,” Lush said.

“There’s the big group numbers that tell the story of the show, but then almost every kid has a breakout number where they kind

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of explain how they got there,” he said. “The show exists in the present, but then there’s a bunch of flashbacks to earlier times that kind of brought them to where they are.”

Lush said the students in the musical are around 12; not high school or college aged.

“Spelling Bee” is not for children, but for those 13 and up.

Which of these exciting characters will win the spelling bee? Come to the show and find out. The performance is free and open to the public. Reservations are not required.

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Thousands shop at the local spice market in Marrakesh, Morrocco.

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Travelogue from Morocco, with love Jack Ramirez Bernal

My knowledge of Morocco stemmed from movies like the 1942 classic “Casablanca” and documentaries made by the History Channel Morocco is one the countries I’ve always rather than pawn shops and aliens. I knew I wanted to visit. That interest can be attrib- was going to visit a place that has been the uted to two things: Morocco would be my center of several historical moments, includfirst African country to visit and my interest ing the conquest of Muslims, influx of European exploration in the 15th century and the in history.

My family has always been interested in occupation by the Nazis during World War II. going to Africa, but there were choices to be Truth to be told, I felt like an explorer ready made. Would a trip to Africa focus on some- to set sail to the land of spice markets and thing cliché like visiting the pyramids and precious metals.

It was a cultural shock to realize we were dwelling in the ruins of the ancient Egyptian Empire? In the end we chose Morocco. It was in a place that has been greatly influenced a more promising guarantee of an exotic expe- by Muslim traditions rather than Christian rience and one that would be less crowded ones. For instance, hearing the Adhan (call to prayer) over loudspeakers echoing all over the with tourists. city startled me a bit at first. I needed some time to fully grasp my surroundings. Once I surrendered to the city, though, the beauty and wonder of Marrakesh swept me away.

We stayed in the center of the city near the main square in the old region of Marrakesh.

The infrastructure, consisting of stone and brick, was the epitome of traditional Moroccan culture in both food and clothing. Our hotel reflected the ambience of the city in a simplistic yet luxurious style through its rich cultural influences in furnishing and architecture.

Tourists tend to do two things when coming to Marrakesh. They either rent Range Rovers to hike the stunningly imposing Atlas Mountains or they get lost walking the souks, spice market, and the Jemaa el-Fnaa marketplace in what I consider the closest thing a traveler can experience that resembles a modern interpretation of 15th century exploring.

Due to time constraints, we could only choose of the two. Given the fact that we did not pack hiking equipment, the choice was clear. With the help of an official guide, we went to see what the main square had to offer, and boy, did it deliver.

Marrakesh is a feast for the senses.

A textile souk in the Jemaa el-Fna, Marrakesh.

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Everywhere you look are enticing works of handmade craftsmanship in textiles, wood and metals. Just watching merchants work on their wares with hand-held tools and a finesse that made each creation unique justified the value of our purchases.

The appetite and olfactory senses are overwhelmed just walking the streets. Morocco has a rich culinary tradition, thanks to the creative mixture of spices and ingredients. I enjoyed the chicken tagine accompanied with a soft and sweet-sparkling Moroccan wine. The Maghrebi mint tea is something one could become addicted to. It’s the most refreshing tea I have ever tasted.

Because Morocco has a predominant Muslim influence, mosques are a common sight with their signature architecture. While I did not have the opportunity to visit the Mosque of Ibn Yusuf, I did admire the Koutoubia located near the Jemaa el-Fnaa square.

It encouraged me to contemplate the design choices religions adopt when developing their places of worship.

For those who may wonder, yes, there are snake charmers in Marrakesh and no I did not go near them. In the movies, a man playing a wind instrument while hissing reptile peeks its head from a basket can be interesting. In real life, seeing a cobra emerge from a basket with an imposing posture made me head in the opposite direction immediately. Monkeys are also available for photo opportunities. You can take a picture with one as they hang from you. There are also a lot of stray cats. If you are a cat person, Marrakesh has all the feline sightings a heart can desire.

Marrakesh won my heart and interest. It was not only the place, but the people who enchanted me. I stumbled upon many hardworking people who were humble and appeared to be of honest character. Marrakesh felt welcoming and appealed to my sense of adventure and the exotic.

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January 29, 2019

T-Ducks survive late Eastfield run André Duncan Staff Writer

UPCOMING EVENTS All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated.

January 29 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. i

Free HIV testing, 18 or older, with picture ID Health center Thunderduck Hall, T110 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Novelty photo balloons El Paso lounge 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

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North Texas Food Bank mobile pantry Fannin Breezeway 12:30 to 1:30 pm.

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i Richland College Faculty Jazz Group Arena Theater, F108 5 to 7 p.m. i Pizza and game night El Paso lounge

January 31 2 to 3 p.m. i Male Achievement Program (MAP) bash

David Shepard attempts a dunk against Eastfield on Jan. 23.

Sabine Hall, SH117

January 30-31 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. i

Spring Club Fair El Paso lounge 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Blood drive Contact Angelique Starr at 972-761-6768

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Lunar New Year: Year of the Pig Live piglet and Asian Student Assn. fundraiser Dancers on the bridge

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Francis Doe shields the ball from an Eastfield player during a win over the Harvesters.

about 3-4 minutes where we had some lapses and mistakes that we have to eliminate and get better as we go. But for the most part, I’m pleased with our effort,” Havens said. “We

brought [it] in as a team. We’re all supporting each other, and at the end of the day we scored more points.”

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“I Am Woman” by Missy Burton – through Feb. 8 Brazos Gallery reception

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The Richland Thunderduck men’s basketball team held off a challenge from Eastfield as competition in the Metro Atlantic Conference (MAC) got underway last week. The T-Ducks are in the hunt for the top spot.

“This will be a good challenge for us,” Richland assistant coach Brian Graham said.

Eastfield’s Rashaun Coleman is the conference-leading scorer at 21 points per game.

Combining a talented roster with high-flying scorers, Eastfield’s basketball team is averaging a league high 104 points per game.

As tip-off began, the game looked like it would be a struggle until the final buzzer.

Richland and Eastfield exchanged mid-range jumpers and three-point shots. Once Eastfield shot the go-ahead jumper to make the score 20-19, then the tide turned in favor of the Thunderducks. The defensive intensity left Eastfield helpless and the T-Ducks went on a 14-1 run. At that point, Richland was the dominant force. The T-Ducks finished the half leading 42-33.

The difference came from Richland controlling the paint. Richland’s starting center Ahmad Caldwell and reserve center Quintin Wallace were forces to be reckoned with. The center duo contested every Eastfield inside attempt with a hands-up defensive effort.

They had great position advantage against any possible rebounders with a wide boxout range and, overall, controlled the paint as the designated rim protectors. That control led to good fortune for the T-Ducks. Caleb Williams, from the guard position, was able to grab numerous rebounds and finisher David Shepard was able to pull off acrobatic layups.

As the game dwindled to a close, the Thunderducks started to lose focus. Richland was leading by a game high 15 points, yet Eastfield would not go away. The defensive intensity that propelled Richland into a dominant force had simmered down. Combined with a couple of costly turnovers and a few lapses on defense, Richland held on to a 77-73 lead with 41.9 seconds to go. Eastfield’s Coleman attempted to close the gap on a drive to the basket, but lock-down defender Javon Modester stripped the ball and regained possession for Richland, ultimately leading to intentional fouls by Eastfield.

“I thought that win we got today was very good, I know we let them come back a little bit, but it was a great win. Coming off from the loss from Mountain View (Jan. 15) I felt like we came out and played hard,” said starting center Ahmad Caldwell With the 82-74 win, the T-Ducks have sole possession of 2nd place in the MAC. At 3-1 Richland is one game behind Mountain View.

Richland was scheduled at press time to take its two-game win streak to North Lake on Jan. 26. As noted by coaches and players alike, the T-Ducks will have to clean up their play coming down the stretch, but have plenty of roster talent and leadership to do so.

“I thought we played hard. I thought we played smart for about 35-36 minutes. We had

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