Erie Square Gazette, Port Huron, MI Thursday April 12, 2012Volume 60, Issue 13

Serving the Blue Water area since 1931.A public forum by and for students.

Alyssha GinzelManaging Editor

Retired professors Robert E. Tansky and Wendolyn I. Willison

spoke at the second annual “Achieving Your Childhood Dreams” seminar on Thursday, March 29, in the Fine Arts

Theatre. The event, which was hosted by the SC4 Alumni Association and SC4, was inspired by the late Carnegie Mellon University Professor Randy Pausch, whose last lecture became a best-selling book. Tansky, with 44 years of experience in business and economics instruction, listed ten recommendations to students in his speech, “A Passion for Learning and Teaching.” His recommendations included advice to get involved with public service, to take as much math as possible, to not let the fear of failure stop you from trying, and to never underestimate serendipity. Tansky says it

would be beneficial to students to put together a grid by the hour if they have trouble allocating their time. And when asked to recall his biggest failure he humorously said, “Well, you try to repress those.” Following Tanksy’s speech, four of SC4’s student clubs presidents gave remarks summarizing their clubs’ goals, directions, and involvement on campus. Participating clubs included the Gay-Straight Alliance, the SC4 Music Club, Phi Theta Kappa, and Student Government. After a brief intermission, wherein the SC4 Music Club provided entertainment, retired Professor Wedolyn I. Willison compared success to nurturing the garden in one’s life

in her speech “Finding Your Way by Learning to Build and Adapt.” Willison suggested that students should assess their skills and talents, learn to build a vision, be realistic about obstacles, and finally assess and build a vision while working hard, adapting to obstacles, and dancing with jubilation. After 33 years of experience teaching office administration and computer information systems courses at SC4, Willison asks herself and her students, “As you begin to pick flowers from the garden of life, how do you use both the rose and the thorn to your advantage?” Concluding Willison’s speech, four more of SC4’s student club presidents provided short

speeches regarding their clubs. Among them were the Erie Square Gazette, the Health and Wellness Club, the Marketing and Management Club, and Sigma Alpha Pi. Tara Turpin, a sophomore studying liberal arts at SC4, attended the event and said, “I thought it was really good. It was inspirational and applicable.” However, Jodi Quinn, an SC4 faculty member and co-adviser to the GSA Diversity Council, said, “It was different than what I thought. They didn’t talk about their childhood dreams. I thought there would be more of a focus on what they wanted as a child, progressing into what they are now.”

Dream on

Danielle KennedyCopy Editor

In 2011, the Junior Journalist program entitled “Erie Square Gazette Goes to…” began. Since that day, like a great vine, it has grown. It began its expansion by taking on two fifth grade classes at Cleveland Elementary School, along with the original third grade class at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School. Now it’s going to radio. In collaboration with the Erie Square Gazette, SC4’s radio program, WSGR 91.3, kicked off “DJ for a Day” on March 28, with Hannah Palmer’s third grade class at

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School. “Hearing about the experience the ESG had with their program led me to believe that we might be able to do something similar related to radio broadcasting,” said Communications DepartmentAdvisor, Paul Miller. Twana Pinskey, Erie Square Gazette’s Editor-in-Chief and founder of the Junior Journalist program, is elated to have the program expanding. “Just another great way we can impact the lives of the children,” said Pinskey, who had been unable to attend the first visit, but intends to go to the next one. “I really didn’t

know what to expect,” said Miller. “I have a daughter who is just a year older than these kids, but facing a room full of them made me a little nervous! I was glad to have so many of my SC4 radio students there for support.” According to Miller, his biggest concerns were keeping the attention of the young students and being able to describe the radio in a manner that they could understand. But, things seemed to go off without a hitch. Miller’s students broke off into groups with the kids, explaining to them different aspects of radio and answering any questions the

children might have. “The kids are great! They’re certainly not shy, and you can tell they really do think about what you are saying to them,” said Miller. “It was fun for me to just observe my students interacting with the kids and talking about music

and things they’d like to talk about on the radio and how they would approach writing news stories for the radio.” Pinskey says that WSGR will be returning to the third grade class on Friday, April 20. “SC4 students

need to realize that they do have a lot to give and it can make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate,” said Pinskey. Participants in the program need to either be a part of the radio, or a member of the ESG.

First they were journalists, now they’re DJs

Christina StoutenburgBusiness Manager

Drag Kings and Queens came together in an event geared toward helping the community, all their hard work raised $575.50. Proceeds benefit Safe Horizons, an organization that works to provide assistance to individuals, as well

as to help empower them so that they may be free from abuse, violence, sexual assault, and homelessness in Port Huron. Sean Lathrup, the GSA President, was very happy with the turnout. “Our expectations were $500, $550 this year. We went over it.” The second annual Drag Show took place on April 4, 2012, in

the Fine Arts Building, and was presented by SC4’s Gay-Straight Alliance. Tickets sold for $5 and audience members were strongly encouraged to tip the performers, which also went toward Safe Horizons. More than 90 people attended the event, showing their support for both the GSA and Safe Horizons. “We are really thankful for the

support of the GSA,” stated Sarah Prout, executive director of Safe Horizons, a few days after the show, “and it’s a wonderful step forward.” Hosted by Montrelle Blue, each of the seven performers presented the audience with two acts separated by a brief word from Prout. “We approached quite a few people, some even approached

us,” stated Lathrop. Lathrup mentioned a few performers who tried to make it to the event, but were unable. The second half of the night’s acts also featured some audience participation, including a dance-off between five audience members, an audience member who presented her own drag act, and the finale in which audience

members could join the preforms and dance onstage. GSA’s next event will be the club’s fourth Gayme Night on Thursday, April 26, between 4-9 p.m. A variety of games will be offered and anyone is welcome. The Gay Straight Alliance meets on Mondays from 3 to 4 p.m. in the College Center Café Private Dining Room.

Drag strengthening the community

Retired SC4 Business and Economics Professor Robert Tansky, addresses the audience during the Achieving Your Childhood Dreams seminar. Photo by Alyssha Ginzel

Paul Miller and his radio students make their introductions to the kids of Hannah Palmer’s third grade class. Photo by Danielle Kennedy

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Downtown Port Huron welcomes its latest addition to the community: Lynch’s Irish Tavern. Having recently opened on Dec. 23, Lynch’s is already making its mark with an impressive 24 beers on tap, weekly live music, and a unique selection of authentic Irish-American food unmatched by any other restaurant in the Port Huron area, says general manager Tracy TenBrink. Being located

downtown, TenBrink says Lynch’s is a perfect environment for college students. The Irish pub is located within walking distance of the college at 210 Huron Ave. Students can enjoy a fast, reasonably priced lunch from the Express Lunch Menu with a group of friends, comfortably sitting at a booth fit for eight. If its crunch time for an exam, students can utilize Lynch’s free Wi-Fi services in front of the cozy fireplace. For the music lovers, the tavern provides live entertainment from Robert Gorinac, a local piano player, every Tuesday from 6 p.m. till 9 p.m. They also host a weekly Open Mic Night every Tuesday from

9 p.m. till 1 a.m., which welcomes a variety of genres and instruments. Concentrating on providing an atmosphere which includes Celtic and Irish folk music, Lynch’s offers an authentic Irish experience. Even the décor, which includes vintage street lights imported from Dublin, Ireland, an upright piano dating back to 1985, and dark oak tables, all contribute to the dining experience. While remodeling, Lynch’s employed Michigan building

contractors and hopes to propagate local business while purchasing Michigan-based products. Already, they serve beers from Founders Brewery, Bell’s Brewery, Michigan Brewing Company, and Atwater Brewery, and in the future plan to purchase a selection of wine from Leelanau Peninsula Winery out of Traverse City, Michigan. At the present,

Lynch’s food menu presents homemade, Irish cuisine ranging from potato pancakes, Irish stew, shepherd’s pie, to corned beef and cabbage, as well as Guinness burgers, salads, appetizers, and delicious homemade desserts. “We’re not looking to be competitive, but rather, complimentary to the downtown environment,” says TenBrink. In the three months they have been open, they have already participated in downtown’s Chilly Fest, Bed Races, and have donated to numerous charities. With such a focus on community, Lynch’s provides an

atmosphere suitable to any customer, from college students, to couples, to families. Accommodating any schedule, Lynch’s is open every day from 11 a.m. till 2 a.m., with a friendly, helpful wait staff always on hand. Lynch’s is owned by Scott and Kim Scandalito, and managed by Jim Lynch and Tracy TenBrink. For any further questions regarding Lynch’s Irish Tavern, check out their Facebook page, or visit them online at www. lynchsirishtavern. com.

Lilt into Lynch’s

Danielle KennedyCopy Editor

SC4’s Zombie Defense Council to host showing of “Shaun of the Dead” on Friday, April 13. The event is scheduled to run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in room 201 of the CEM building. Bob Kroll, advisor of ZDC, says that’s heavily encouraged for people attending to come in costume. “We want you to

come in costume,” said ZDC member, Zach Penzien. Penzien said that that the club wanted to do something for the fun of the campus, and Kroll added that everyone in the club loves “Shaun of the Dead.” “No pun intended, it was a no brainer to do ‘Shaun of the Dead,’” said Kroll. Popcorn will be provided at the event.

Halloween in April

Michelle and Brandon Campbell, of Port Huron, sit at the bar and await their lunch at Lynch’s Irish Tavern. Photo by Alyssha Ginzel

Scott and Kim Scandalito, owners of Lynch’s Irish Tavern. Photo by Alyssha Ginzel.

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Opinion

Christian McGeachySports Editor

Sometimes, when people watch movies, they realize how lucky they actually have it. Documentaries make them more real and show that obstacles can be taken on and defeated. In the ESPN film, “Elevate,” the filmmakers take a journey across the ocean into the poverty country on the west

side of Africa called Senegal. ESPN shows you the journeys of four Muslim young boys from Senegal as they pursue their dreams of making it in the NBA. For these young boys of the ages sixteen and seventeen, basketball is not just a sport, but their ticket to a new and better life. In the movie, we are directed towards four boys that get the chance in the United States to play basketball. We, as the viewers, are introduced to Assane, Aziz, Byago and Dethie as they make their way to American

preps schools to play the game they love, and getting the education they need. For these four inspired players, they would soon realize that they would have to make the transition in basketball, and in the way they live as well. Assane, Aziz and Dethie, all being taller guys, showed they have a great advantage and style to bring to each school they went to. While Byago had problems getting over to the United States, but would make it over none-the-less. Also, it shows as they become better

with their use of the English language, people skills and overall academics to improve their chances to play college basketball. Remarkably, all of them would make it to the college level. I believe that the movie “Elevate” shows that anything is possible if you put forth the effort to achieve your dreams. In struggling times, people have to put forth the effort to make it in this world. It does not matter what you want to do in this world, for these four boys their dreams became reality.

“Elevate”

Carol SzparagaStaff Writer

A college student can sometimes be stereotyped as

subsisting on junk food and having poor sleeping habits. A student can improve their health just by starting a garden. When starting and tending a garden, a student can gain a sense of self-sufficiency. Window gardens are an easier way for students to garden.

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It has been a while since I’ve done a column about a fun website, so as one of my finals, let’s do a fun one. the.wubmachine.

Clay’s Chaos Columncom was introduced to me by former Editor-in-Chief, Brian Johnson. This website allows you to upload any mp3 file and auto-remix it into your choice of dubstep, electric house, or drum and bass.

While it isn’t the most refined process, the result is usually very enjoyable, and I can’t tell you how fun it is to be able to take a hit from 1934 and bring it into the electronic age. Also on the list of

cool sites for the week is the XKCD holistic browser. Found at holistic.xkcd.com, the holistic browser allows you to type in the address of site, hit a button, and you’ll be redirected to another site that another user

entered. Laughs can be had by typing in an inappropriate site and getting another in response, but you could also stumble upon something genuinely interesting. If you have any

questions for me, send them to [erie square gazettewm @gmail.com]. I may feature the answer to your question online or in a future issue.

Gardening promotes health and self- sufficiencyUsing containers makes gardening low maintenance, not having to worry about outdoor space and weeding. Window gardens are accessible by a sunny window, making the garden easier to tend to. Another helpful fact about gardening is it can help a student save money on rising prices

for vegetables. “For every dollar spent on seeds and equipment, it yields at least $25 worth of vegetables,” said Julie Martens, who has 21 years of gardening experience. A student’s life at times is stressful, worrying about upcoming tests and exams, leading to lack

of sleep. But there are health benefits to gardening. Gardening promotes better sleeping habits and reduces anxiety. Researchers from the International Society of Horticultural Science have done research studies on people with dementia and anxiety. The research found that gardening helped to calm their agitation, leading to better sleeping habits. So, the next time you’re feeling a little anxious, start your garden and rest assured, the benefits of gardening are healthier for you and you’ll sure get a good night’s sleep. Things a student would need to start their garden:

• Containers, with no prior use of anything

toxic, ranging small to large. There are used for starting and repotting larger plants.

• Potting soil that’s light weight for drainage.

• Seeds, can be purchased in variety’s, or are sometimes given away free from local community centers.

• Water to feed the plants. Keep the soil moist, not to dry, or too wet.

• And last, a sunny window.

Good luck and happy growing. Additional information available at MSN.com /healthyliving.

Contained gardening works well in indoor window areas. Photo by Carol Szparaga

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Campus

Liz WhittemorePhoto Editor

Construction for the McMorran Greenway project will begin Monday, May 7. The project is the first of the SC4 Foundation’s All Aboard: Campaign for Talent, Technology, and Tomorrow. The campaign is raising money for student scholarships and five projects that will improve SC4’s Port Huron campus. The greenway will connect the campus to the downtown area, improve the safety for pedestrians and vehicles, and also give SC4 a more front door entrance. “The idea of this is to create more of a campus feel,” said Kirk Kramer, Vice President of

Administrative Services. Kassie Piotrowski, a sophomore at SC4, is looking forward to the completion of the greenway. “I don’t know if anyone has actually been hit, but it’ll be safer than playing ‘Frogger’ to get to class,” said Piotrowski. The removal of the road has raised concern in regards to the fire department, which is located on McMorran Boulevard. According to Port Huron Fire Department Chief Robert Eick, the addition of the greenway does have a positive side. “It’ll provide an element of safety for students as they cross the street,” said Eick. “We encourage the

challenge of new ideas and technology; just as the environment we work in changes, so must we. We encourage resourceful, self-motivation,” is the Port Huron Fire Department’s value statement for innovation on the city of Port Huron’s website. But according to Eick the conversion to the greenway will change the fire department response time to downtown areas. The change could be as much as a minute more, but it is not certain at this time. It is planned that the major construction will be completed before September. According to Kramer, all SC4 campus buildings will be operational for spring and summer classes.

“We have a proud history at SC4, at coming in on time and under budget. Or on budget for all projects,” said Shawn Starkey, Executive Director of Public Relations, Marketing, and Legislative Affairs at SC4. There will be a brief ground breaking ceremony at 11:30 a.m. on May 7 before construction begins. All are welcome to attend. The two-year campaign started Nov. 1, 2011 and will go until Oct. 31, 2013. To date, just over $342,653 has been raised for the All Aboard campaign, 34% of the targeted amount of the $1 million.

SC4 facelift to start after graduation

Model image of the McMorran Greenway and Street Closure project at St. Clair County Community College. Photo provided by SC4 Public Relations.

Erie Square Gazette, Port Huron, MI6 Thursday April 12, 2012

CampusTo Oxford and back

Alyssha GinzelManaging Editor

Oxford University graduate Elizabeth Butler joined the ranks of the SC4 English Department this January and says, “I hope to inspire people to enjoy writing and reading.” After finishing two study abroad programs, one in England, the other in Spain, Butler attended Oxford University in the United Kingdom. Humorously, she affirmatively declared “cake” to be her favorite thing about attending Oxford. “The English know how to make cake,” said Butler. But in all seriousness, she said she enjoyed meeting people from all over

the world, from Germany, to China, to Chile. A Macomb County native, Butler decided to return and teach at SC4 after reading it was ranked the best place to work in the Times Herald. She says, “The staff has been really supportive and really friendly to me. I like the students a lot because I think, as opposed to a four year university, they don’t have entitlement issues. They have to work hard, and they’re not arrogant.” After attending Oxford, where she recalls having to chase down professors, fighting among a sea of students just to get a second of their time, she says her biggest obstacle is accommodating her desire to work one on

one with each student. Currently, Butler teaches English 075 and 102 classes, while also tutoring an autistic high school student and a Syrian woman in English. She believes her teaching style is somewhere between educational and an attempted comedy style, and strives to be like her mentor, a professor from Michigan State University, who was patient, thorough, fair, and encouraged people to learn. With a sincere passion for teaching, Butler says, “I was born this way. A lot of women in my family have been teachers, and from age 5, I was teaching my 3-year-old sister everything I’ve learned. I’m one of those lucky people

who have always known they wanted to do this.” Aside from teaching, Butler enjoys watching “Downtown Abbey,” a show on PBS, and in her spare time, plays with her Collie dog, Merlin (like the wizard), jogs, and occasionally visits her cottage in Canada. She is an avid coffee house fan, and absolutely loves The Raven and Sail Away Café. She says, “That’s where I take my paycheck.” She also is fond of downtown Port Huron, and is impressed with the Victorian homes and how well they are kept, especially after the recession. At the end of the day, Butler believes, “You know you’re right for it if you don’t go home crying every

night. I hear horror stories and they (other professors) look at me like, ‘Okay, you’re

turn.’ And I’m like, ‘I don’t have any.’ Not yet.”

Dale MerrillStaff Writer

SC4’s Radio Club is a unique position. While a lot of the college clubs represent a particular portion of students and on campus activities, the Radio Club

represents the college with its radio station, WSGR 91.3fm, that reaches much beyond the schools property. Providing an eclectic mix of music and giving the Port Huron and Sarnia communities an alternative to what other radio station are providing. Because WSGR is a non-commercial radio station we are able to take a few more risks than other stations as we can focus on what a dedicated

audience wants to hear instead of what drives advertising dollars. This includes offering a voice to people that may not be represented much elsewise, playing upcoming bands both national and local that may not be heard by many yet as well as providing listeners information of on campus news and other school club events. Recently, members of the Radio Club have embarked on

“Young Broadcasters” sessions. These sessions are an extension of the Erie Square Gazettes “Young Journalist” group, where third graders at Port Huron’s Woodrow Wilson Elementary School learned the aspects of producing and publishing a newspaper. For the Young Broadcasters group, members of the WSGR staff are working with the group of kids

to assist them in producing a one hour long radio program covering the aspects of newswriting, programming the music and announcing. The final product will be aired several times on WSGR in late May and early June. For this semester’s Stress Breaker event, the Radio Club is breaking a little from tradition too. Instead of putting on a usual daytime event, WSGR staff members will be assisting other

clubs with their events and will be putting on a dance separate from those events in the SC4 café on the evening of Thursday, May 3. SC4’s Radio Club is open to all SC4 students, as well as community volunteers. If you are interested in being a part, you can contact yours truly, the station’s program director at smashintransistors @yahoo.com, or club advisor Paul Miller at pamiller @sc4.edu.

Big beats and small voices

Meghan GradyStudent Writer

SC4’s Spiral Gallery art students are introducing their work at Studio 1219 art gallery in Port Huron, April 3 through the 28. The Drawing II instructor, Holly Pennington, created the assignment for the students to not only create sculptural pieces with materials from home, but to also create renderings of these pieces used by various media when introduced to specific lighting. Pennington stated that this was the first semester she had assigned this project, but it would definitely continue from here on due to the success the students had. During the four weeks in April that the Spiral Gallery is featured at the gallery, each Friday from 5-7

p.m., the students will be hosting their own demonstrations where the public will be able to watch them create and discuss their work. The Spiral Studio

SC4 students show off their stuffand Studio 1219 hours are, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 11-6 p.m., Friday 11-8 p.m. and Saturday 11-6 p.m. through the month of

April. For more information visit studio1219. com or sc4. edu/spiral.

SC4’s newest English instructor, Elizabeth Butler. Photo by Alyssha Ginzel

Art by SC4 students on display at Studio 1219. Photo by Meghan Grady Outside of Studio 1219. Photo by Meghan Grady

Erie Square Gazette, Port Huron, MI7 Thursday April 12, 2012

Campus

Twana PinskeyEditor-in-Chief

Election 2012 has come and gone on the campus of St. Clair County Community College. SC4 students have elected the following as their Student Government Officers for 2012-2013year:

• Treasurer- Andrew Kreiner, a freshman from Marys-ville.

• Secretary- Alysia Burge, a sophomore from Port Hu-ron.

• Vice Presi-dent- Sean Lathrop, a sophomore from Port Hu-ron.

• President- Rachel Koby-las, a sopho-

more from Brown City.

According to ASGA (American Student Government

“If you’re going to really do anything, it seems the college (SC4) is the best place to start.” -Sean Lathrop

Student leaders chosen

Association) www.asgaonline.com, colleges with an active student government, offer students a better college experience as well as improving student and alumni involvement. Sc4’s newly elected SG leaders aim to improve student involvement. Incoming student leaders have a variety of leadership experience. Kobylas’s experiences includes: SC4 Student Government Vice

President in 2010-2011, membership in the Lambda Mu chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and president

of the SC4 Global Awareness Club in 2011-2012. Lathrop’s experience includes serving as the president of SC4’s Gay Straight Alliance. Burge’s experience includes former secretary for SC4 club- Zombie Defense Council and current Student Government Secretary for 2011- 2012. Kreiner serves as Vice President of SC4’s Global Awareness Club for 2011-2012. Kobylas explained

she was looking forward to getting more of the student voice out and heard from.

“A lot of students that are actively involved in student clubs and leadership positions have fantastic ideas and sometimes feel like they don’t have an outlet for that,” said Kobylas. Kobylas said she hoped that being more involved with the student body as a whole would encourage more students to use their voices. Kreiner explained as the new treasurer, he wanted to see better

interaction between S.G. leaders. “I want to see S.G., as well as student clubs and

organizations, interact more with our student body,” said Kreiner. Burge said her current involvement in S.G has taught her the importance of accessibility. “I have learned an open door policy allows students to know they have accessibility to us,” said Burge. She also explained SC4 club involvement allows students a variety of activities. “I like seeing how our college comes alive around students

when we host events,” said Burge. Lathrop explained one of his goals was to promote awareness of issues faced by victims of bullying. As a supporter of anti-bullying, Lathrop explained he hopes to increase community involvement. He is considering ideas such as a recreation center with other SC4 clubs participating. “It seems like the city isn’t going to do it, (improve community involvement) and the college is the biggest thing here,” said Lathrop. “If you’re going to really do anything, it seems the college (SC4) is the best place to start.” The new Student Government officers take their positions at the start of the spring 2012 semester.

Andrew KreinerSean LathropRachel KobylasAlysia BurgePhotos provided by SC4 Public Relations.

Erie Square Gazette, Port Huron, MI8 Thursday April 12, 2012

Michael Scott Staff Writer

Eventually all good things come to an end. To the Skippers, that means their mid-to-late March surge is over. The SC4 men’s baseball team (8-20) has been getting roughed up since beginning MCCAA conference play on March 24. Losers in seven of their last eight contests, the Skippers have been outscored by opponents by a combined score of 19-30. Their lone conference victory came Saturday, March 31, in a 4-3 nail-biter at the courtesy of Ancilla College. Head Coach Mike Greene has been very critical as of late. “Each loss is worse than the other,” he said. “I haven’t seen something like this in my 25 years in this sport.” The once hot Skipper’s bats have gone cold in recent weeks. Their season has taken a painful downturn ever since closing non-league play on an incredible run last month. “We haven’t figured out how to get outs or base hits when we need them,” Greene said. “This is the most frustrated I’ve been as a coach.” Centerfielder

Charles Melvin and Catcher Kyle Holtman have been the offensive standouts for the Skippers. Melvin has set the table walking 17 times. The offensive catalyst is hitting .329 with an OBP of .468. Furthermore, he currently sits at eighth place in the NJCAA with 24 stolen bases.

Holtman (.361/.384) is no slouch at the dish either. He currently leads the young squad with three homeruns and 20 RBI’s. Second baseman Tyler Castro has also infused himself into the offense. Since joining the starting lineup in early March, he is 14/39, with an average of .359 and

Skippers getting roughed up! 1-7 in conference

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OPB of .509. Other notable contributors on offense are Blake Harrell (.316/.337), Kellan Holliday (.281/.351/17 RBI’s) and first baseman Donavon Rigel (.281/.323/1 HR/11 RBI’s). Despite the recent lack of offense, the SC4 pitching has been solid.

Lefty ace Tim O’Callaghan (1-4), has pitched well despite owning a losing record. His 2.97 earned run average leads the staff. He has also struck out 25 batters in 36.1 innings of work. Mickal Helton (3-2) and Layton White (3-4) are tied for the team lead in games won.

Helton possesses a 3.65 ERA and 25 strikeouts through 32 innings pitched. White’s stat line has been similar. Through 45 innings, he has managed a 3.60 ERA and struck out 29 opposing batters. Greene has expressed the importance of a turnaround for the

Christian McGeachySports Editor

Finally, the season has finally come to go out and break out the three wood. The Skippers of St. Clair County Community College feel the need for spring as the 2012 Golf season starts up once again. Coming into the new season, the Skippers

have added five new freshman players to the golf roster. In fact, most of the new comers came from local schools around the St. Clair County area. From St. Clair to Port Huron, these boys are ready to hit their balls in the right direction. Mitchell Fernandez from Port Huron, Garrick Hunger from Smiths Creek, Andrew

Beckwith from North Branch and Timothy Liniarski from St. Clair. Also in the mix of all these new faces is a face from outside the state. Austin Kleynenberg from Chapin, South Carolina, has come to join the Skippers squad. But these freshmen are not the whole team without included

the two returning sophomores. The two sophomores of SC4’s golf team include Joe Matthews of Fort Gratiot and Tim Child from Port Huron. On April 2, these boys would come to their first event of the golf season at the Henry Ford CC Invitational in Dearborn, Michigan. SC4 would go against Henry Ford

Community College, Schoolcraft College, Kritland Community College and Delta College. But that did not stop the Skippers from a great start to the season. Kleynenberg, showed off his skills by posting the best score out of the twenty seven total players at even par. Adding to that, the

Skippers would go on to win their first invitational of the year with a team score of 38 over par. With the Skippers score, they would beat any other team in the Henry Ford Invitational by at least seven strokes. Giving the Skippers a good start to the season. Hopefully the Skippers will stay in the swing of things throughout the season.

Skippers hit the fairways

Jesse SchienkeStaff Writer

Starting fast and finishing strong is a formula for success in nearly every sport. Racking up wins early in the year often allows a spacious margin for error in the middle of the season, when injuries and slumps tend to

make unwelcomed appearances. Unfortunately, the SC4 softball team isn’t off to the swiftest start. The Skippers fell to 1-3 in conference play after losing a pair of games at Mott CC on Friday; 2-0 in the first game and 2-1 in the second. “We’re not putting hits together,” said Head Coach Ron

Matthews. “We’re getting them in different spots but not in a way that’s creating runs.” An accurate illustration of Matthew’s point took place in the top of the third inning, when the Skippers stranded runners on first and second despite reaching the bags with no outs.

It simply seemed as if a timely hit couldn’t be bought. Stacie Miller was a bright spot, however, recording two hits in the first game and adding another in the second. Amanda Tackaberry produced a pair of singles on the day, one in each game, while Victoria Horn batted in the Skippers only

run for the night in the second game. Pitchers Jessica Beaubien and Jennifer McLelland each took a loss, allowing a total of nine hits and two earned runs in the contests. Despite the early setback, the team is committed to remaining optimistic moving forward. “We can’t let it get

to us,” said freshman Kellie Diem. “We just have to put it behind us and go get the next one.” The Skippers will look to redeem themselves when they host Macomb CC on Saturday, a double-header at Pine Grove Park.

SC4 dealt a pair of L’s

Player #13, Pat Russell, slides into third base at their home game, at Sanborn Park in Port Huron on March 31, 2012. Photo by Liz Whittemore