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Calendar Sunday, March 6
Wednesday, March 9
Wednesday, March 23
“Shakesvantes” Event: To commemorate the 400th anniversary of the deaths of Shakespeare and Cervantes, the English and Spanish departments have collaborated on a series of events featuring readings and musical performances at the Wignall Museum at 2:30 p.m.
Selma and Film Showing Discussion: A film screening and discussion event will be held on Wednesday March 9 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Rancho Campus in room CAA218. Professor Jack Hill will host the event with One Book One College members and students for their college book “Twilight”.
Twilight Essay Contest: The One Book One College Committee is hosting their annual essay contest based on the college book, “Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992”. Students are encouraged to submit an original essay that relates to the book. Submissions must be turned into LA107 by March 23 at 1 p.m. Up to 10 finalists will receive a cash prize and will read their essays at an awards ceremony on April 18. For more information, contact Professor Neil Watkins at 652-6952, neil.watkins@ chaffey.edu or Professor Deckard Hodge at 652-6924, deckard.hodge@ chaffey.edu.
Saturday, Sunday March 5, 6 The Fantasticks: The Theatre Department’s spring production of Fantasticks, directed by Kelly Ford-Kaminski, will be performed on March 5 at 7:30 p.m. and March 6 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 and available at the bookstore or online at www.chaffey.edu/theatre_tickets. Call (909) 652-6067 for more information.
Editor-In-Chief Sadie Gribbon sadiegribbon@gmail.com Managing Editor Roberto Hernandez Copy Editor Kristina Rocha Online Editor De’Channe’ Lane Photo Editor Michael Ravenelle Features Editor Abraham Navarro
Thursday, March 10, 24 Bistro at Chino Campus: Cuisine samples created by students under the supervision of Chef Instructor Mark Forde will be available at the Chino Campus. Each Bistro will feature different cusines from around the world. Seating is on a first come-first serve basis and is limited to the first 50 guests. Reservations and to-go orders are not available. Admission is $7 per person and only cash will be accepted.
Baseline Editor Joshua Arnao
News Editor Cody Warner
Staff Writers and Photographers Students of Journalism 30 & 31
Sports Editor Kyle Smith
General Manager Roberto Hernandez
Opinion Editor Erick Valenciano
Lab Techs Kristina Rocha Jullian Aiden Bravo
A&E Editor Hanajun Chung Social Media Editor Israel Guerra
Faculty Adviser Michelle Dowd Journalism Coordinator Neil Watkins
The Breeze is published up to eight times a semester by the journalism students at Chaffey Community College, 5885 Haven Ave., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737. Telephone: 652-6934/6936. Opinions expressed in this publication are the responsibility of the student newspaper staff and should not be interpreted as the position of the Chaffey College District, the college or any officer or employee thereof. Letters and guest columns for or against any position are welcome. Letters should be kept as brief as possible (fewer than 300 words) and are subject to non-substantive editing according to guidelines established by the Associated Press. The Chaffey Breeze is a member of the Journalism Association of Community Colleges and the California Newspaper Publishers Association.
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Letter From the Editor
Security in America, as well as at Chaffey, has come into question within the last couple of weeks. As a woman in America, I’ve been told how important safety is, but no action has ever been taken. School is a place where everyone should feel safe. The focus of violence on campus has shifted from somebody bringing a weapon, to a fellow student becoming one. Sexual assault on college campuses has become a serious problem with a heavy prevalance in America. One in four women will be sexually assaulted on a college campus. Those survivors are 13 times more likely to commit suicide than those who have not been victims of a crime (U.S. Department of Justice). But, this is not to say that men are not a part of that statistic. Every college student is at risk of becoming a victim. These statistics have grown, and the amount of sexual assualts that are reported hasn’t even hit 50 percent. There is something wrong with our society, which allows sexual predators to get away more than half of the time without being reported out of the fear and shame that a victim feels. The Title IX mandatory harassment training that is being enforced for all Chaffey College students may not excite some, but it is a step in the right direction to getting these heinous statistics down. The training will help students understand their rights and learn how to identify sexual harassment from every angle. Being aware of you rights, while also being able to identify when someone else’s are being violated is one of the best ways we can contribute to society and reduce rape culture in our community. There is another prevalance on college campuses that has little to no recognition. Athletes should feel protected and knowledgable about what they are getting themselves into, yet they are not. New research has found that constant impact to athletes’ heads causes long-term effects that don’t go away, as well as chronic pain and memory loss. Most athletes and coaches know nothing about this horrible disease called CTE. Knowing your rights as a student, an athlete, and a citizen who strives to contribute to our society requires knowledge that is offered through multiple outlets at Chaffey. Knowledge is power, attain it and embrace it. Sincerely, Sadie Gribbon.
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Contents
What You Need to Know
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It’s On Us
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Mandatory Title IX Training
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Apple vs. FBI
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Havok Klan
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Open Mic Night at Wignall
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Mr. Fantastick
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Panthers Triumph Over Hornets
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Foothill Conference Dissolution
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What You Need to Know ROBERTO HERNANDEZ
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Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton both won big on “Super Tuesday”, the single largest polling day in the primary elections, solidifying their stance as their parties’ respective front-runners. Trump racked up wins in 7 states, while Ted Cruz took 3 states and Marco Rubio managed to win 1. In a victory speech in his home state of Texas, Cruz urged other republican candidates to exit the race. “Candidates who have not yet won a state, who have not racked up significant delegates, I ask for you to prayerfully consider our coming together,” he said. None of the candidates on either side have decided to suspend their campaign based on Tuesday’s results. Bernie Sanders scored four states, and was optimistic about his campaign, stating that his campaign still had an opportunity to gain many more delegates. John Kasich and Ben Carson have stated that they will continue their campaigns, despite not winning any states. Sources: NBC, CNN
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Navy Seal Edward Byers was awarded with the medal of honor on Feb. 29, making him the first member of Seal Team 6 to receive the nation’s highest military award. Byers earned the award for his efforts in a tense mission to rescue an american hostage from the Taliban in 2012.
The covert mission involved Byers engaging in hand-to-hand combat with a Taliban gunman, and using his body as a human shield to protect the hostage, Dr. Dilip Joseph, from gunfire. “In just minutes, by going after those guards, Ed saved the lives of several teammates - and that hostage,” Obama said. Sources: Reuters, NY Times
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Chris rock hosted the 88th Academy Awards ceremony amidst allegations that the academy lacked racial diversity in its acting nominations. Rock addressed the #OscarsSoWhite controversy, jokingly calling the Oscars the “white people’s choice award.” Among the winners were Director Tom McCarthy’s drama film Spotlight, which took home the best picture award and Leonardo DiCaprio who won his first Oscar for his role in The Revenant. The Revenant also took home awards for best director and best cinematography making it Director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s second consecutive Oscar for the same category, and Cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki’s third, an unprecedented achievement. Mad Max: Fury Road also won big, scoring 6 Oscars in a variety of technical categories including production design, editing and costume design. Sources: Oscars, CNN
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The UN has imposed its harshest sanctions in 20 years against North Korea’s nuclear weapons program. The article was drafted by both the US and China and had the Security Council’s unanimous approval. The purpose of the restrictions is to deprive the DPRK of the resources necessary to develop nuclear arms. Among the restrictions is the requirement to inspect all cargo entering and leaving the country and the banning of any resources that could be used to produce aviation fuel or any ballistic missiles. In retaliation, North Korea launched short-range missiles into the sea. Sources: BBC, Reuters
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Astronaut Scott Kelly returned to earth after a nearly yearlong mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), the longest space mission for any U.S astronaut. Kelly, along with Russian cosmonauts Mikhail Kornienko and Sergey Volkov, landed safely in Kazakhstan on March 1. Kelly, who has over 999k twitter followers, shared his voyage with those back on earth, tweeting photos of everything from sunsets to selfies while aboard the space station. “I could go for another 100 days or 100 years,” he said during his last briefing with reporters from orbit. Source: CNN
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It’s On Us KYLE FRIZOL
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ne in four women on college campuses will fall victim to attempted or completed rape, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Any student can become that victim. Titled, “It’s On Us’, Vice President Joe Biden has personally taken this movement into his own hands. Amidst Sunday’s Oscar frenzy, the VP took stage and brought the issue of campus assault and rape to the world’s attention. Now more than ever, Biden described the realities of the situation saying, ”Despite significant progress over the last few years, too many woman and men on and off college campuses are still victims of sexual abuse.” It’s on us, (itsonus.org) is attempting to bring mass awareness to the issue to everybody around the world. On their government run website, a plethora of information is available to the user, including testimonies, videos, opportunities to meet their partners, a place to donate, and even a full pledge list where individuals can make the oath. The Pledge, which is composed of a promise to “Recognize, Identity, Intervene, and Create”, is attempting to combat the widespread neglect of campus assault and rape. “The pledge says I will intervene in situations where consent has not or can not be given,” said Biden. As exposure to itsonus.org continues to grow, so is their partner following. Nationally acclaimed companies such as Newsweek, Microsoft, and the United States Olympic Committee are giving their support. “Let’s change the culture, we must
and we can change the culture,” said Biden. Similarily, starting March 1, 2016, all students nationwide will be required to enroll in Title IX training courses, which addresses sexual harassment and discrimination on campuses. Title IX, required under both state and federal laws, prohibits sexual harassment on campuses and addresses the issues and realities of its existence. As this is a supreme court ruling, all schools around the country must administer training courses for their students. Specifically, all Chaffey students taking courses will be automatically registered in a Title IX training course starting March 1. Entitled, “Student Empower: Sexual Violence Prevention”, all students must finish this course by no later than May 31, though it is preferred that students finish the course within 30 days of starting. This course will attempt to address many of the concerns and overlooked facts on the subject, clearing the air of what is considered consent, what to do when you feel sexually harassed or discriminated, and how to act and react when you are a witness to harassment. Offered by Workplace Answers, the course is attempting to provide both concrete and abstract examples, providing students with real-world scenarios that they can apply to their actual lives on campus. Long an issue around not only campuses, but in workplaces and social environments around the world, initiatives such as It’s on us, and Title IX are attempting to combat the
apparent norms of sexual harassment and discrimination. These two campaigns provide students an opportunity to learn how to react to these behaviors and teach them how to directly combat and reduce these issues on campuses nationwide.
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Mandatory Title IX Training
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ecently Chaffey College Student Services has sent e-mails to all students, requiring them to take an online course on sexual harassment as mandated by federal civil rights law Title IX, which prohibits the discrimination on the basis of sex in educational institutes. The federal law requires that all public schools in America receiving necessary government funding must take part in Title IX. It is the responsibility of the school to see to it that all students and faculty members participate in the online course. Title IX training helps students in recognizing incidents of sexual harassment, knowing their rights, and
FAITH HAWKINS understanding the process of addressing and reporting instances of sexual harassment. All students are protected by Title IX regardless of age and gender identification. School campuses are required to be a safe zone for international students, visiting students and even prospective students visiting the campus. Many Chaffey students see the requirement as a positive thing. Alyssa Jagueri, a nursing student, said, “Taking the course is important. A person should always know their rights and how to take legal action if they ever need to do it. We can keep our focus on learning.� The course is required to be com-
pleted by all students between March 1 and May 31. It is accessible through an online platform all students will receive via email. The Department of Student Services at Chaffey encourages any questions regarding the Title IX course and asks for students to look out for the link in their student email, being sure to not flag it as spam. Title IX aims to assist students of all ages, sexes, and races across America in becoming more educated in what constitutes sexual harassment and how it should be addressed. Through educating students, Chaffey College continues to push for an even a safer, more comfortable place to learn for all that attend.
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Apple vs. FBI CHARLIE VARGAS
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pple has taken a decisive stance against the FBI in the name of civil liberty. The San Bernardino shooting opened a case of user privacy between Apple and the FBI. The FBI asked Apple to unlockthe gunman Syed Farook’s iPhone in an attempt to find out if he and his wife, Tashfeen Malik, were part of a coordinated terrorist attack. Current encryption of the phone only allows 10 incorrect password attempts before the data is completely deleted. The FBI asked Apple to create an updated version of their operating system that would allow them to bypass Apple’s security measures. Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, published a letter on Feb.16 that addressed where the company stands on the San Bernardino investigation. The letter stated that Apple has cooperated in giving the FBI any requested data, cooperated with search warrants and subpoenas, and provided the agency with its best engineers. Cook‘s letter also addressed the company’s concerns in helping create what he called a “back door” to their software. “The same engineers who built strong encryption into the iPhone to protect our users would, ironically, be ordered to weaken those protections and make our users less safe,” Cook said.
The FBI stated in their request to have this new software installed on Farook’s phone would only be used once for this situation. The U.S. Justice Department asked a judge to order Apple to comply by the All Writs
Apple to export data from the locked iPhone using the All Writs Act. This would be the first court ruling strengthening Apple’s stance against the Federal Government’s request. In the San Bernardino court filing against Apple, the Justice Department said that the company was defensive because they did not want to damage their reputation. “Apple’s refusal appears to be based on its concern for its business model and public brand marketing strategy,” the Justice Department said. Cook, on the Apple website, had a link to questions about its cooperation with the FBI. One of the questions refuted the Justice Department’s accusations. “Nothing could be further from the truth. This is and always has been about our customers,” Apple said. Cook also wrote that creating a back Photo by Liz Duncan door at the government’s request is unAct of 1789, which requires all formal lawful and puts law-abiding citizens legal orders necessary or appropriate that trust Apple with their personal to be brought forth upon the law. information at risk. In a court hearOn Monday, Judge James Orning on Feb. 24 Apple said they plan to stein, in a similar case in New York appeal the case as far as the company that involved a locked iPhone confisneeds to. cated along with drugs, ruled that the “We would be prepared to take this Federal Government could not force issue all the way,” Cook said.
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HAVOK KLAN F A&E/FEATURES
EDWARD GUTIERREZ
ew Chaffey students can say they have music on iTunes, Tidal or Spotify. The Havok Klan and Jeremy Rodriguez have done just that, creating a buzz and fan base from their music. Rodriguez and the group understand this is a small step, but a step in the right direction none-the-less. On Jan. 1, 2016 Havoc Klan, an art collective comprised Photo by Liz Duncan of Chaffey students, re- Caleb Beaver, ASCC President, and Jeremy Rodriguez, founder of Havok Klan, in the Chaffey Quad, leased an album, “Black Feb. 25. September,” on iTunes, Tidal and Spotify, agreeably a mamusical projects every month, staying one at the Wignall Museum enjor feat for any up and coming arting consistent with Havok Klan’s titled “KLANAROO,” on March 11. ist. fan base. Continuing to exceed The event will be co-hosted by Jeremy Rodriguez, also known their own expectations, he claims Rodriguez and the Reactive Club in as King Havok, business major, had having the group’s music distriban attempt to fuse the Chaffey stua vision of creating an art collective uted on platforms such as iTunes is dent body through art and music. since the age of 15. He envisioned his proudest moment. It has creat“[The administration] acknowla group of artists from the Inland ed opportunities for the group. edged what we stand for,” he said. Empire coming together to create a “It was a way of us getting our “They rock with us, and underplatform where they could express foot in the door, establishing oustand the message we’re trying to themselves. Rodriguez said they selves and showing everyone who send out.” became much more than a group; we are,” he said. The legacy he wants to leave for they became a family. Havok Klan continues to branch the group is one of unity and family, Seeing separation among local off into different platforms other understanding that they are given artists, Rodriguez decided to emthan music. the opportunity to make a differbrace collaborations, accepting and “We are more than just musience in peoples lives with their art. understanding each artists’ vision. cians,” he said. “We have artists, “We’re in a place now where Rodriguez understands the impordesigners, photographers and proeveryone’s goals intertwined,” he tance of individuality and has high ducers all benefitting from each said. “Do no matter what it takes to expectations for every single memothers talents.” get your dreams out there. Be who ber of their group. Rodriguez understands the imever you want to be, be unique, “We’re all mixed in a movement portance of social media and doing cause havoc.” to come together and prosper,” Rowhatever it takes to get the groups driguez said.”We continue to push name out there including headlineach other and come together.” ing multiple events like the upcomRodriguez plans on releasing
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rtists, poets and musicians all gathered outside the Wignall Museum of Contemporary Art to put their talents on display. Associated Students of Chaffey College and the Chaffey Review Literary Journal hosted the open mic event Thursday, Feb. 25, to give students an outlet for their artistry and encourage students to contribute their literary voice to the Chaffey Review Journal. Marlena Garcia, psychology major and representative of the Review, co-hosted the event alongside Caleb Beaver and others of ASCC. Garcia was satisfied with the open mic and noted the latest one had a much better turn out than the last. “I think it went really well. It was definitely a different vibe from the other ones that we had going on because we had the full bands. Plus there was a lot more people signing up which was great,” Garcia said. A table for sign ups was set up near the entrance for anyone to try their hand at the mic as snacks and beverages were available for attendants to enjoy. “The setup was good, I think we had a lot of good information and everybody was really nice,” Garcia added. The evening started with two musical performances, one with guitars and the other with a ukulele, before it moved to poetry. One of the poets was Cari Bianca, English major, who delivered a poem revealing some of her personal struggles. “It’s about what I’ve been dealing with in therapy and what I’ve been dealing with emotionally for the past few years now. Just trying to overcome this negative way of thinking and get back that childlike
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Photo by Roberto Hernandez Frank Flowers of “The Phenotypes” swoons the audience at the Wignall Museum on Feb. 25.
quality of wonder and hope, to be a little more positive,” Bianca said. The latest open mic was her third time performing and she plans on doing more in the future. She enjoys the response she gets when people laugh at her jokes. Bianca said, “I got some laughs, which is all I wanted. It gives me power. It feeds my ego monster.” As the night progressed, the performances ranged from poetry to spoken word to rap as the event moved on to its featured performances. Under the white hanging lights and colorful bulbs surrounding the stage, The Phenotypes—or Phenes for short—made their appearance. The band played a few of their songs, most of which were high energy, as the lead singer urged the crowd to dance along. The second featured band of the night was LaBloom, which opted for a slower pace set list. The group formed and played their first show just two months ago, so they are still finding their sound. “If you had to generalize us into
one genre it would be indie alternative maybe, but we have our foot in so many different genres so it’s hard to say. Definitely no set sound,” said Marc Camilo, the lead singer of the band. He believes his band performed “alright” that night, sighting a mix up with one of the band members as a reason they weren’t playing at one hundred percent. Despite the setback, he had fun and appreciated playing for more strangers than he had in the past. Open Mic concluded the night with LaBloom, after showcasing a variety of students and some members from the local area. Garcia is very much looking forward to open mics in the coming months. “They’re just going to keep getting better and I’m really excited about them,” Garcia said. ASCC and The Chaffey Review will host two more events this month and all students willing to drop their pens for the microphone are welcome to sign up.
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fter nearly 50 years in theater, Garey Reinshmidt ends his career by being honored in the play that started it all. As the lights dim down and piano keys play through the air, students work frivolously to get everything just right preparing for the show The Fantasticks in honor of Garey Reinshmidt. The Technical director of the theater arts department, Reinshmidt watches his life in theater come full circle as the first show he has ever done at Chaffey will also be the last show of his career. “I’ve really enjoyed having a life in so many elements in theater. As is always the case there comes the time when you have someone else take over. Pass the torch if you will,” Reinshmidt said. “It’s a nice book end.” In 1969 Reinshmidt made his first debut at Chaffey in the musical “The Fantasticks” starring as El Gallo and went on to do a number of shows at Chaffey. Since then he has been involved in theater for nearly 50 years, having started his professional career at Chaffey in 2000. “I’ll finish my career here,” he said. His job consists of making sure the scenery, lighting, audio and all technical aspects of the theater are completed and are satisfactory according to protocol. “The thing I like best about my job is that I never stop learning,” he said. His job entails assisting students in learning the proper protocol and techniques for building, painting, and theater lighting. “In my position I am most excited about the opportunity to share things with students as they are coming up through and are being introduced to the world of live theater,” he said.
Photo by Liz Duncan Technical Director, Garey Reinshmidt, works with the Fantastick class, ensuring a successful production on Feb 25,
As a student Reinshmidt grew up in Fontana. He is the oldest of three children and grew up with an appreciation of theater and the arts. Incidentally he started out as a music major and remained so until participating in about half a dozen shows. “It was probably after six or eight shows that I finally realized this is it, this is where I need to be.” When asked if there were any key mentors having influenced his path to theater he mentions a professor he had at Chaffey named Ralph Strain who had personally been apart in a number of Broadway shows. “Theater just found its way into my heart and that’s where it stayed,” he said. Reinshmidt had started out in the world of performance and had plans to make a career of performing in live theater. Although it proved to be hard at maintaining a career in that field due to its instability. “Best case scenario your run for a show will only last for a period of
time, then your looking for work,” he said. “The Fantasticks” was the longest running show in the history of American theater. The show first opened in 1959 playing out of a small Broadway theater located in New York and remained running in the same theater until 2000, before moving to another theater. It tells the story of a boy, a girl, their two fathers, and the wall that is built between their houses. It is a musical with some light orchestration and having a cast of only eight people. “It has a very unique place in theater,” he said. “Very simple show, and in my opinion it is at its best when it is at its simplest.” Having started his career at Chaffey as the character El Gallo in his first show, he is now ending it as the guiding hand behind the scenes. “Im looking forward to retirement and spending time with my wife and maybe do some traveling,” Reinshmidt said. “I’ve had a really good run.”
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Panther’s Triumph Over Hornets EDWARD GUITERREZ
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he Chaffey Panthers have picked up two playoff wins and advance to the Southern California Regional Finals, as they will face off against Antelope Valley at home on Saturday. The Panthers wasted no time in making a statement in the CCCAA playoffs, defeating the 17th seeded San Antonio College 96-77 on Feb. 27. The Panthers started off consistent and never disrupted their rhythm. Shooting 52.2 percent from the field, they became a problem for the Mounties defense. Hitting contested threes and hard earned lay-ups, the Panthers never once gave the Mounties a fighting chance. As Fullerton College beat Cuesta College on the same day, the brackets sent the Hornets to Chaffey. The third seeded Chaffey Panthers entered the Sports Center Wednesday night prepared to take on the sixth seeded Fullerton College Hornets in the SoCal regional semi-finals beating them 73–71 in an overtime thriller. With 1.9 seconds left in the overtime period, guard Victor Joseph grabbed the defensive rebound, sprinted down the court and finishing at the rim with a contested layup, sealing the win and advancing the Panthers to the Elite Eight in the CCCAA tournament. “I’m an open court player,” guard Victor Joseph said, “I saw a chance to make my team win and I took advantage of it.” The Panthers (24–6) (9–1) received
Photo by Roberto Hernandez Alfred Brown, guard, attempts a layup against Mt. SAC on Feb. 27 at Chaffey.
possession with 14.5 seconds left in regulation. Joseph got the opportunity to end the game, but the clock expired, forcing overtime. Overtime was no different than the second half, as hard defense and physical play became the pattern. The Hornets (22–8) (9–3) shot 62.5% from the field in addition to Kenny Barnes’ 16 total second half points while the two teams traded shot for shot in the second half. Led by Joseph’s 11 points, and 4–6 shooting in the first half, Chaf-
fey went into the halftime leading by ten and shooting 40 percent from the field. The Panthers began the game with an aggressive offense, slashing to the rim and playing physical defense. Doing whatever they could to disrupt the Hornets offense that averaged a 49.5 shooting percentage and causing 10 total turnovers. In the first half the Panthers scored by penetrating the paint, being patient in their offense and relying on their defense. With both teams shooting under 50 percent, it continued to be a battle on the inside. Knocking down threes and hard earned lay-ups became the key for the Panthers offense. Coming out of halftime, the Hornets continued to capitalize on the size difference and made it a tight game. Rallying back behind Kenny Barnes’ hustle and playmaking, the Hornets came back within 3 making the score 44–41 with 12 minutes left in regulation. “Barnes hurt us in the second half,” said Klein. The Panthers continued to fight and battle, shooting 42.9 percent and causing five turnovers in the second half. With a minute left in the second half, down by three the Hornets Julian Richardson hit a contested three to tie the game at 65 and force the overtime period. “We’re somewhat similar teams. We can both grind it out and can both knock down threes,” Chaffey head coach, Jeff Klein said.
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fter 28 years of hosting sports, the Foothill Athletic Conference will no longer exist. As the smallest community college athletic conference in California, travel, cost and competition has been difficult for the seven schools involved. With the exception of the Big Eight and Golden Valley, most athletic conferences in California host 10 to 12 schools, which disperses costs and allows for more diverse competition. Both have been a problem for the Foothill Conference. “We can’t get preseason games,” the commissioner, Dean Crowley said. “It just wasn’t fair to our schools.” Beginning next season, the schools that have participated in the Foothill Conference will find homes in already existing conferences throughout Southern California. Going separate ways are Chaffey and San Bernardino Valley College (SBVC), nullifying a close rivalry that has existed in basketball, baseball, softball and soccer. While competition will continue to be close between these two schools, wins will be less important to the teams’ success. Chaffey will join Mt. San Antonio College in the South Coast Conference, which will intensify the recruitment of players out of local high schools as well as give some weight to
Photo by Roberto Hernandez Running back, Quincey Ross dodges a Mt. SAC defender on October 26. 2015.
the rivalry that already exists. “To me, change is exciting,” Athletic Director Jeff Klein said. The South Coast conference features schools west of Chaffey, reaching as far as Long Beach City College. “Whenever we’re playing west,” Klein said, “I think there is more of a relevancy with our players.” Chaffey College’s basketball, softball, baseball, soccer and volleyball
teams have participated in the Foothill Conference since its formation in 1988. The Football team became part of the newly organized Southern California Football Association in 2008, leaving the Foothill Conference to compete in the National Central Conference. “It is a very political situation,” Crowley said. Before the decision to disband the
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Photo by Michelle Menes Brendan Hornoung pitches in Chaffey’s game against Cerro Coso on Feb. 21, 2015.
Foothill Conference, Crowley and other representatives made a petition to re-league the community colleges, but it was tabled by the board. The petition proposed a rearrangement of the athletic conferences to form competitive standings of no less than 10 and no more than 12 schools in each, while also considering location. Crowley felt that it was overdue, as California junior colleges have not re-leagued in about 25 years.
“Community colleges are way behind the times when it comes to re-leaguing,” he said. There were originally nine schools competing in the Foothill Conference, but when Mt. San Jacinto and Antelope Valley left in the Fall of 2013, it left Chaffey and six other community colleges locked in the smallest athletic conference in the state. As there is a requirement to have at least seven schools in a conference, and no colleges in the area petitioned to add, the Foothill Conference has remained the same since. Financially, the conference has become difficult to maintain because of the low number of schools involved. “By having less teams in our conference,” Klein said, “our dues were exorbitant.” In addition, a larger conference will give the Panthers more opponents to face throughout the season. Joining the same conference as Mt. Sac will give Chaffey motivation to perform well athletically, as well as compete in the recruiting process. “Mt. Sac is this Goliath,” Klein said, “and we’re a little bit more like the David.” While Chaffey has always recruited players against Mt. Sac, Citrus and SBVC, switching into a more competitive league may lead to success in getting players. “It’s definitely good for our players
and good for our fans,” Klein said. The dissolution of the Foothill Conference sends schools to three already existing conferences, dispersing cost and adding to the competition. “This is the best thing that could have happened to the schools,” Crowley said.
Photo by Roberto Hernandez Head coach of the Chaffey Men’s basketball team, Jeff Klein in the Sports Center at Chaffey College.
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ootball is experiencing an epidemic that most seem to ignore or are simply uninformed on. Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive degenerative disease that affects the brain of people who have had multiple concussions. Dr. Bennet Omalu, discovered the disease while performing an autopsy on deceased professional football player, Mike Webster. Webster displayed many symptoms of CTE including hearing auditory hallucinations, pain, headaches. As a result, he took several types of medication and tased himself to sleep. Webster also lived his last years in his truck. He described the condition as “choking the brain,� a result of high impact trauma to the head. Omalu mentions how humans are not built for impact near the brain area, like a woodpecker or a ram, specifically the impact found in football. The condition results in cell degeneration and brain deterioration, enlargement and loss of mass. As Omalu continued his research, more and more professional football players were found to have it. Based on September results, PBS stated that 87 out of 91 former players had CTE. Physicality is what separates football from other sports. The average NFL defensive back, one of the smallest players on the field, can hit with up to 1600 pounds of force. At least one tackle happens
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every play of every game. Add those tackles to every tackle of every game in every level from Pee Wee football to professional leagues and the effects show. Carolina Panthers fullback Brad Hoover said, “If you’re worried about concussions, you’re in the wrong business.” Although damage begins during youth football, CTE can only be diagnosed through a brain autopsy. NFL legends, such as Junior Seau and Dave Duerson, are committing suicide by shooting themselves in the chest to preserve and donate their brains for testing and research. The Concussion Legacy Foundation has a list of football players on their website, that have donated their brain. Within those that have donated, there are players as young as 15 years old. PBS reports that high school football players are twice as likely to sustain a concussion than college players. In addition to concussions, CNN.com reports that there have been 11 high school football player deaths since July 2015. NBCNews. com reports that Luke Schemm was pronounced brain dead on site after scoring a touchdown in a big game. CBSSports.com reports that college football players are three times more likely to have CTE than the non-football playing population. NCAA reached a settlement that agreed to pay $70 million for medical monitoring, for college athletes who apply. Once attorney fees are
paid, the number is more likely to be $54 million. This includes medical expenses, not treatment. Players taking the field have about the same risk of getting CTE as NFL players. But college players do not make millions, and only have this settlement to protect their health if they don’t make it to the NFL. The number of players who don’t make it to the NFL is immensely higher than those that do. Colleges are taking notice of the seriousness of concussions and making changes accordingly. Chaffey Athletic Director Jeff Klein and Equipment Manager Justin Caudill stress the seriousness of concussions and the protocol in place that rules players ineligible to return to games. Beginning next year, all helmets will have Riddell Insight software that alerts athletic trainers of possible concussions every time there is impact. Chaffey will be the first community college in California to implement the software thanks to Bill and Paula Grigsby’s donation. News about the effects and the suffering is spreading. Last year, some of the best players in the league decided to retire suddenly in the prime of their careers. Players include Calvin Johnson, Jason Worilds, Chris Borland, Patrick Willis and Jake Locker. Former wide receiver, Antwaan Randle El, complained about his knees when climbing stairs and how he has to have his wife remind him of simple things every night
because of his memory loss. Randle El is only in his 30’s and regrets playing football professionally. He compared it to getting in a car wreck every single week. Soon after watching Concussion, a film about Omalu’s discovery, Marshawn Lynch, Seattle Seahawks running back, announced his retirement. The most famous quarterback to have CTE is Ken Stabler. His symptoms included auditory hallucinations, similar to Webster, and teeth grinding, which led to a broken bridge and resulted in dentures. He died July 8, 2015. Tyler Sash, a former New York Giant, suffered from CTE and overdosed on painkillers at the age of 27. He was unable to work after his NFL career due to the pain. Former offensive tackle Roman Oben said, “I’m 40 years old going on 65. God knows what I’ll feel like when I’m actually 65 years old.” “We’re all scared to death,” former Oakland Raider, Phil Villapiano, said in a special Outside the Lines episode on the late Ken Stabler. “Everybody’s worried. Everybody’s afraid.” “I hope whoever or whatever, with which I unknowingly made this deal, never comes to collect payment from me. But, if it does come to collect, my sincere hope is never to become a burden to my family, for which I sacrificed. That would make the sacrifice futile,” former NFL player Domonique Foxworth said.
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