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PASSIONATE FOR DANCE ASU graduate brings her knowledge to the Sidewinders

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reen, green and more green mixed in with four-leaf clovers, green beer, corned beef and cabbage, and a lucky pot of gold.

That is what comes to mind for most people when they think about St. Patrick’s Day. Here are 11 littleknown facts about the holiday.

11. FIRST ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE WAS IN AMERICA Records show that the first St. Patrick’s Day parade was held March 17, 1601, in a Spanish colony in what is now St. Augustine, Florida. A century later, homesick Irish soldiers serving in the English military marched in Boston in 1737 and in New York City on March 17. Years later, the parades trot through the streets — except for COVID-19stricken 2020.

10. BLUE NOT GREEN The fifth-century saint’s official color was “St. Patrick blue,” a light shade of sky blue rather than the infamous Kelly green color with which people associate the Irish and the holiday. It wasn’t until the late 18th century — with the Irish independence movement — that the color green became synonymous with the holiday.

9. SHAMROCK IS A SACRED PLANT The three-leaf clover was said

to have been used by St. Patrick as a visual guide to explain the Holy Trinity. The Celts used to call it the “seamroy” and deemed it a sacred plant that symbolized the arrival of spring. Today, the shamrock is considered the national symbol and emblem of Ireland.

8. USED TO BE DRY HOLIDAY St. Patrick’s Day is a national holiday in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Prior to the 1970s, pubs were closed on the day minus the beer vendors for the national dog show. The saint’s feast day was considered a more solemn and strictly religious affair. Now the country welcomes hordes of greenclad tourists for parades, drinks and limericks.

hope, faith, love and luck. A fourleaf clover is rarer than people realize. It’s estimated that clover hunters have a 1 in 10,000 chance of finding one.

6. CHICAGO RUNS GREEN — LITERALLY Since 1962, Chicago has been dumping green dye into the Chicago River to celebrate the holiday.

Although organizers won’t reveal the specific formula, the dye is dispersed through flour sifters by the local Plumbers Union.

end of the rainbow was earned through hard work.

4. NO CORN IN CORNED BEEF Corned beef and cabbage are staple dishes on St. Patrick’s Day for several Irish Americans and foodies.

However, the dish has nothing to do with the grain corn. It actually goes back to the large grains of salt that were historically used to cure meats. They’re also known as “corns.” Corned beef and cabbage were an American innovation because ham and cabbage, which is normally consumed in Ireland, was too expensive.

3. AMERICANS DRINK A LOT

7. FOUR-LEAF CLOVER

St. Patrick’s Day is one of Americans’ favorite holidays, as it’s a cheap excuse to drink green beer. Last year Americans were expected to ring up a $6 billion tab on March 17. That was until COVID-19 hit.

Legend says each leaf of the clover has a meaning:

2. ST. PATRICK WASN’T IRISH

5. NO FEMALE LEPRECHAUNS Although women may dress up as leprechauns for St. Patrick’s Day, in traditional Irish folktales, there is no such thing. The little dudes who spend their days making and mending shoes are the only ones who “exist.” In other words, the pot of gold at the 4 ECOLLEGETIMES.COM | MARCH 2021

St. Patrick was born to Roman parents in Roman Britain in the late fourth century. He is believed to be Irish because he introduced Christianity to Ireland in the year 432 and it led to his sainthood.

1. ST. MAEWYN’S DAY Not to burst any bubbles, but St. Patrick was not actually named Patrick. His birth name was actually Maewyn Succat, but he changed his name to Patricius after becoming a priest. Eventually, his birthdate was dubbed St. Patrick’s Day. CT

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s the Arizona Rattlers’ new dance team director, Shelby Underwood wants to deliver a great experience to her fellow Sidewinders.

“I had an amazing experience as a Sidewinder under the previous director, Angie Baker, and she created an amazing program,” says Underwood, an ASU graduate.

“I am here to facilitate the team, hold them accountable, but ultimately, I want to empower them to also become leaders and take a lot away from the experience, just like I did.”

Underwood was promoted to director from assistant director for the 2021 season.

She started with the Sidewinders from 2011 to 2013, when she was a captain. Underwood left to join the Arizona Cardinals cheer team, for whom she performed for three seasons.

“We had so many great experiences and opportunities, so I’m grateful for that, and then I was able to move and transition into a coaching role now,” Underwood says.

“It’s so exciting to see my team get to do those same things that I felt were so

fulfilling.”

Before her work with the Sidewinders, Underwood earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from ASU. A longtime dancer, she realized how much she missed it when she auditioned for the Sidewinders in 2011.

“My passion for dance started at a young age, and I knew it was

something that I just missed in my life,” Underwood says. “I’ve left these teams with lifelong friendships as well. And I know I’m really fortunate to be able to continue to pursue that.”

As the director, Underwood will pick up where the Sidewinders left off. The Rattlers paused the cheer team’s performances because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

She says she encouraged the team to stay connected and support each other.

“What I’m looking forward to this season is just being back on the field with this team,” Underwood says. “We have such an amazing group of dancers. They’re all wellrounded, extremely talented, very positive. And after having a break from dance, I think we’ve all missed it so much. It’s something that we’re so passionate about, and I’m excited to hit the field with this team this season.”

Underwood’s team goal is flexibility and the ability to get back

on the field — when that time comes.

“We’re (looking) forward to being prepped for game day, and we’ll make sure that happens and in any capacity,” Underwood says.

She’s also enthusiastic about connecting with the community once again.

“With pro cheer, you not only have the opportunity to pursue your passion and what you really enjoy, which is dance and performance, but we also get the opportunity to really connect with the community,” Underwood says.

“We get to be out in the community, not only representing what we love to do but representing an organization and the experiences that come along with that. I think you remember for the rest of your life.”

Underwood is finished dancing, but she feels “really lucky” to have the director role.

“I just hope that I continue the positive trajectory that the program is on and continue to allow a lot of personal growth among my dancers,” Underwood says. CT

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ven though the in-state universities canceled spring break, it doesn’t mean day trips and weekend activities are not possible.

Students looking for a change of scenery with safe activities should check out these ideas separated by university/college. Don’t forget a mask.

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY AND GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY Desert Botanical Garden: Phoenix Make a reservation to walk through the beautiful Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix. Visit on a Friday through March 26 and enjoy live music in the garden.

Gertrude’s and the Patio Café are open for a bite to eat. Reservations are required.

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Japanese Friendship Garden

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Japanese Friendship Garden: Phoenix Located in Downtown Phoenix, the Japanese Friendship Garden is a great place to walk through and relax while enjoying time outdoors.

The trail through the garden takes visitors through four different landscapes and has benches located

around the park where guests can meditate, relax or read a book.

The garden is open Tuesday to Sunday with $10 admission and free parking.

Info: japanesefriendshipgarden.org Lake Pleasant: Peoria Go for a swim or rent a paddleboard and enjoy a day on Lake Pleasant in Peoria. For a bite to eat, check out Dillon’s Bayou at Pleasant Harbor.

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NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY Arizona Snow Bowl: Flagstaff Take a scenic gondola ride or enjoy the snow at Snow Bowl. Just a half-hour drive from NAU, Arizona Snow Bowl is a great way to get outside and enjoy some time off campus in Flagstaff.

Info: snowbowl.ski Sedona Sedona offers many ways to get outside and enjoy spring in Arizona. Take a hike in the red rocks at locations like Devils Bridge Trailhead or West Fork Trail No. 108 Oak Creek or go swimming at Slide Rock State Park ($20 per car for one

ENTERTAINMENT to four visitors).

Info: visitsedona.com The Grand Canyon Enjoy one of the top U.S. National Parks for a day. The south rim is just an hour and a half from NAU. Take a hike or walk the rim trail to exercise. The National Parks Service has a free admission day on the first day on National Parks Week on April 17. Admission to the Grand Canyon otherwise is $35 per vehicle and can be purchased at the gate or online at recreation.gov.

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UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA Bisbee Bisbee is the place to visit and support local businesses. Main Street Bisbee is filled with local shops, restaurants and haunted attractions with ghost and mineshaft tours.

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Saguaro National Park: Tucson With more than 150 miles of hiking trails to explore and beautiful saguaros everywhere, Saguaro National Park is a great

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place to visit for a nice hike and time outdoors. The National Parks Service has a free admission day on the first day on National Parks Week on April 17. Admission to

Saguaro National Park otherwise is $25 per vehicle and can be purchased at the gate or online at recreation.gov.

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Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch: Picacho Less than an hour away from UA, spend the day with animals at the Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch.

The ranch has a variety of critters to feed and pet, including sting rays, ostriches and deer. The ranch is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily and will run $12 to $15.

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