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VOLUME 46, ISSUE 4 | WEDNESDAY, March 12, 2014 IN-DEPTH REPORT:
A former student’s journey from victim to victor while living with bipolar disorder. Kristen Wilcox
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Suicide
“ is the number one cause of premature death among people with
bipolar disorder
, with 15 percent to 17 percent taking their own lives as a result of negative symptoms that come from
untreated illness.” (http://bit.ly/1iqn1Uj)
50 percent
“ of people with bipolar disorder have some history of
violent
behavior. Bipolar
patients are prone to agitation that may result in impulsive aggression during
manic and mixed episodes. However,
depressed states, which can involve intense dysphoria with agitation and irritability, may also carry a risk of violent behavior.” (http://www.psychiatrictimes. com)
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ichael has a smile on his face but is speaking quietly. Dressed in a plaid shirt and khakis, he looks like any other middle-aged dad. Laugh lines and frown marks paired with the missing tip of a finger tell as much of a story as anybody’s face. Pressing on a soundboard with headphones on, he begins to speak. “Radio, if you were to go way back to my childhood, at the age of five I first encountered a radio set…That very moment I heard that song, it brought a smile to my face. It was the only thing to make me smile...” When Michael was released from jail in early 2000 he had nothing. Desperate for any type of direction, someone mentioned he visit the Mental Health Association (MHA) in Santa Ana. This would be the first time Michael is diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder A and would receive treatment, and the first time Michael got a fighting chance for control over his mood swings, addiction and rage. “I was really devastated. I didn’t have a job. I couldn’t get a job. I couldn’t do nothing… I was homeless and I saw my probation officer and told her I don’t want to live anymore and she referred me to Orange County Mental Health. They said ‘Michael you have Bipolar.’ I started crying because I understood maybe there is something more to this. I’m not just inherently evil. Maybe there is some hope for me. So I started on medications,’ he said. “From the birth to the age of five I was kept in a crib. I didn’t have any human interaction. I did not have any external stimulation, such as television or radio,” he said. Taken from his crib by a social worker, his first car ride ended in Azusa City with his new foster parents. His life was
about to get much worse under the guise of becoming better. “My foster parents had their own set of problems. Number one, they were alcoholics, and number two, my mom was extremely angry. My dad was extremely non-emotional. Back in the 60’s there weren’t as many restrictions to becoming foster parents,” he said. “There was more of a financial incentive and not as much of a background check. My parents priorities were very off.” Through Michael’s time there he endured abuse, humiliation, neglect and the newfound love of music. He would listen to the radio at night connecting with the music in a way he couldn’t with anyone else. Michael had poor grades, low social skills and was neglected and abused by his family. His teachers deemed him a troublemaker with uncontrollable high energy. He made no connections with anyone from his classes that he called friends. “The only comforts to me back then were the radio and the television. They could do something that no person could do. They could make me laugh, make me smile, make me cry. They brought out the emotions. No person could do that.” According to http://mayocl.in/1qonWdv , “ Instead of clear-cut depression and mania or hypomania, the most prominent signs of bipolar disorder in children and adolescents can include explosive temper, rapid mood shifts, reckless behavior and aggression. In some cases, these shifts occur within hours or less — for example, a child may have intense periods of giddiness and silliness, long bouts of crying and outbursts of explosive anger all in one day.”Michael would sit in his room by himself night after night listening to the music, and as the years went by he had amassed a record collection, a drug addiction and a girlfriend. “In sixth grade started smokin’ weed -- started smokin’ cigarettes. I was smoking weed
and listening to music and self-medicating. It was really cool because it really covered up the anger. It covered up everything. I didn’t feel anymore pain.” At the age of 20, Michael had become a father. He knew he was incapable of being a responsible father and was falling back into his cycle of drug abuse and anger. Unable to deal with his emotions or overcome his past, he was arrested. Michael had carried the pattern of parental abuse into his own family and it would become a major responsibility for his downfalls. Michael’s mood swings, rage, impulsive decisions and lack of coping habits were going to consume him. According to http://www. psychiatrictimes.com/bipolar-disorder, “A history of childhood traumatic experience has been associated with increased vulnerability to multiple mental disorders, including mood disorders and personality disorders. 3-5 Studies have found that a high proportion (around 50 percent) of patients with bipolar disorder endorse histories of childhood trauma, with a high incidence of emotional abuse.” “I had tried to kill myself before, when I left my daughter and her mother, but I didn’t want to die. I started self-medicating again.” By this time Michael had already displayed symptoms of Bipolar Disorder, but they were not diagnosed. “Bipolar disorder is not easy to spot when it starts. The symptoms may seem like separate problems, not recognized as parts of a larger problem. “According to the National Health Institute. “Some people suffer for years before they are properly diagnosed and treated. Like diabetes or heart disease, bipolar disorder is a long-term illness that must be carefully managed throughout a person’s life.” Michael had fallen in love and got married in 1988. He had another baby girl to cel-
ebrate, but his circumstances changed for the worse and again he was unable to be a fit parent. The thread of abuse lingered in Michael’s life, promoting him into fits of rage. During this turbulent time, he was separated from his family and then arrested. “As a Christian, you feel like a monster because you hurt people, but God is forgiving. He knows you’re heart, he knows you want to do good,” he said. “I had that innocence of a child. I had that trust. I trusted adults. I trusted everybody around me. That’s what I really appreciated. You get abused, you’re always looking up, you’re always hoping that this next day is going to be a better day. I had that innocence. That hope. I never lost it.” A few years had gone by and he had gotten out of jail and the restraining order keeping him away from his family was lifted. He was able to see his children and be with his wife. On March 7, his family had decided to move in with him. On March 9, he was in jail as a result of an argument with his son. He recalls the incident grimly. He had been a victim of his past when in the present he was finally doing right. He had worked hard to overcome his anger and addictions. His son had tried to become physical and Michael had fallen on top of him, appearing as though he had charged him. Later in court the judge will closer examine the incident and give him time served. Michael has no selfpity. “I haven’t been there for my kids when they needed me during those years.” Michael reflects in his somber tone. He swivels in his chair and looks at the floor. This is the first time he has turned away from the conversation. Out of jail in the dead-ofnight with no mode of transportation, Michael’s luck looks up when he goes to a Denny’s to wait out the night and meets (Continued on page 3)
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Murder case arraignment moved to April 4 Kaylee Johnston
Editor-in-Chief
After being charged with the murder of his parents and the attempted murder of his now-paralyzed eight-year-old brother, former Saddleback student Ashton Sachs, 19, was arrested and appeared at his arraignment on Monday.
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During his short appearance, he was appointed a public defender and his arraignment was moved to April 4 at 10 a.m. According to prosecutor Ebrahim Baytieh, the murder wasn’t “financially motivated” and no one else has been charged. “The sad thing about this
case, the absolutely sad thing about this case, is we like to go to sleep at night thinking parents will not hurt their children, and children will not hurt their parents,” Baytieh said. The murder that took place Feb. 6 involved a gun the defendant purchased, Baytieh said although he wouldn’t give
any specifics. Immediately after the murder, the defendant had returned to Seattle where he went to school. “We will be able to prove to a jury that the defendant brutally, absolutely brutally, shot and murdered his mother, his father, shot his eight-year-old brother and shot at his sister,” he said.
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Smoking ban threatens E-cig smokers MATT CORKIL
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The opinion of this journalist is that e-cigarettes are not the same as traditional cigarettes and should not be treated as such in the upcoming vote on a potential campus wide smoking ban this week at Saddleback and IVC by the South Orange County Community College board of trustee’s. It is important to try to help determine if an e-cig is really the same thing as the traditional cigarette. As a society we have become much more health conscious than in the 1950’s where smoking was the “in thing” and anyone who was anyone seemed to have a cigarette in their hand. I personally own an e-cig and prefer to smoke traditional cigarettes. As a smoker I understand the stigma attached to my habit and my addiction. It is understandable why the South Orange County Community College board of trustee’s would want to protect the health of the students who have chosen to not smoke. Smoking is dangerous and is the leading
cause of lung cancer and heart disease in America. People that don’t smoke, even some that do, look at smokers with disgust when out in public. The smell is simply awful, the second hand smoke is hazardous to those around me, it leaves a bad taste in my mouth and for the reasons that drive the profits of the tobacco industry I just can’t seem to get enough. Additionally smoking causes litter to form on campus due to some inconsiderate smokers. According to the CDC, “Tobacco smoke contains a deadly mix of more than 7,000 chemicals. Hundreds are toxic. About 70 can cause cancer.” Clearly I understand why non-smokers would not want to walk through someone’s cancerous smoke. This is why smoking has been banned in bars, restaurants, and most other public places that could cause harm to others. Then came a new option, e-cigarettes, or E-cigs, were introduced onto the market in 2007 as a nicotine alternative that produces only vapor instead of second hand smoke and have grown tremendously
in popularity since. When the original e-cigs were first introduced they didn’t really catch on with smokers, but began to form a following. In September of 2013, Forbes.com reported that “revenue from e-cigarettes is expected to double this year to over $1 billion and up to $1.7 billion by some estimates, the makers of these plastic addiction sticks are gradually burning away at the $80 billion sales of tobacco, with e-cigarette sales predicted to pass traditional cigarette sales by 2047, according to Bloomberg Industries.” These numbers have certainly gained the attention of Big Tobacco companies such as Philip Morris International who are planning on launching their own e-cig devices this year. Though, with growing popularity has come scrutiny. Up until the past year “vapers” have been able to enjoy their nicotine alternatives in a majority of places that have banned smoking indoors and out such as a plane or on a beach. In this past year however there has been growing concern over the risks of “vaping”
for the public. On March 4th the Los Angeles City Council unanimously voted 14-0 to outlaw “vaping” in most public and work places. According to LA Times reporter David Zahniser, “The debate saw lawmakers share their own experiences with tobacco and the hazards that come with it. Councilman Mitch O’Farrell, who pushed for the new restrictions, spoke of his unhappiness at breathing secondhand smoke during his days as a waiter in the early 1990s.” This is what irritates me because all the evidence that is available about e-cigs shows that it is much safer than traditional mainstream and secondhand smoke for not only the user, but also for those around them. An independent study funded by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Poland and the National Institutes of Health stated that “levels of selected toxic compounds found in the smoke from a conventional cigarette were 9-450-fold higher than levels in the vapor of an e-cigarette and that our findings are consistent
with the idea that substituting tobacco cigarettes with e-cigarettes may substantially reduce exposure to selected tobacco-specific toxins. E-cigarettes as a harm reduction strategy among smokers unwilling to quit, warrants further study.” They also concluded that “the results of this study support the proposition that the vapor from e-cigarettes is less injurious than the smoke from cigarettes. Thus one would expect that if a person switched from conventional cigarettes to e-cigarettes the exposure to toxic chemicals and related adverse health effects would be reduced.” Though I agree that proper research should be conducted to find all of the risks and/ or benefits of vaping, I cannot stand by punishing those who have chosen to take an alternative, cleaner and healthier path to their addictions without the evidence to support the new policies. E-cigarettes should only be smoked outdoors on campus as a courtesy to others. mcorkil.lariat@gmail.com
Pro Con: Russian actions in Crimea STEFAN STENIROOS
MANAGING EDITOR
Recently, President Vladimir Putin has shocked the world with his occupation of Crimea, a small peninsula which is currently a part of the Ukraine. Many have called this move uncalled for, imperialistic, and “bully-like.” But for Putin, and Russia as a whole, this move couldn’t make anymore sense if he tried. Not only that, but these actions have their origins far deeper than Yanukovych being disposed. First, a bit of context. Ever since the fall of the Soviet Union, Russia has been searching for the key that would raise them back into prominence and relevance in the world. Ever since Putin, an ex-KGB Colonel, was elected President back around the turn of the millennium, it seems that goal is being fulfilled. Wages have gone up, GDP has gone up, the quality of life for the average Russian has increased since that nebulous period between Putin and the USSR. Yet for all these achievements, Putin lacked one thing; serious political clout in a world that was overwhelm-
ingly in the West’s court. Then things started to change. In 2007, Russia was awarded the Winter Games in Sochi, and despite some brown tap water in Hotel Rooms, the games were an overwhelming success. Putin wanted to showcase Russia as not only a regional power, but a world power. But still, in the neighboring Ukraine, there were things to be settled. When the USSR was still around, it was viewed by Russians as a single entity. One country, and supposedly one people. When the drastic and almost sudden collapse of the Union occurred, Russians felt as if they lost a part of what was theirs – specifically countries like the Ukraine. In fact, Putin himself has called the break-up of the USSR “the worst disaster in history”. That alone should tell you why Putin is so eager to hold onto influence in former Eastern Bloc countries. Thus, the Multi-Billion dollar gas deal offered to Yanukovych, Ukraine’s former president, to keep the Ukraine firmly in Russia’s sphere of influence. Losing a former Soviet Republic to the grasp of the EU
(and by extension, the United States) is not an option for Putin if he wants to stay relevant on the World Stage. Olympic games might be flashy and fun, but they mean nothing if Putin cannot exert influence geo-politically. Naturally, the Crimea Invasion (which I would call an annexation since that region is practically Russia anyways) was the first course of action as soon as Yanukovych was disposed. If money doesn’t talk, boots on the ground will, and this is Putin’s rationale. Ironic enough that people in the West call for him to stop what has so far been a Bloodless “War”, while America has been at war with entire countries like Iraq and Afghanistan for years. In the end, this is Putin’s way of making sure Russia is heard and recognized on the global stage. Some have drawn some comparisons to Hitler with his occupation of Crimea. Only history will tell us if that’s the case, and for the moment, the man writing history is Vladimir Putin.
QUINN MAHONY
OPINION EDITOR
The days of border disputes and military actions on the basis of acquiring territory are long gone. So when Russian military personnel where spotted in the Ukrainian territory of Crimea, suspicion was raised on the motives of the Russian President Vladimir Putin. The military was moved into Crimea following the ousting of the former Ukrainian prime minister Viktor Yanukovych over a decision to receive financial aid from Russia rather than the European Union. The military action was taken in an effort to protect the Russian ethnic population of the Crimean peninsula Crimea’s population is 60% Russian, 25% Ukrainian, 12% Crimean Tatar and 3% other ethnic groups. Here the question arises: does the Crimean territory have the right to annex to Russia if a majority of the population votes for the annex? A vote on what action the citizens of Crimea should take in the wake of the conflict was taken in early March, with an official vote coming on March
16. The polls of the initial vote showed a favor towards rejoining Russia rather than remain tied to the interim Ukrainian government. The margin between the majority and the minority of ethnic groups is 8%, a margin that is in no way large enough to call for such a radical movement towards divergent action from the democratic Ukrainian Government. If the Crimean peninsula where to secede from the Ukraine, the relationship between Russia and Ukraine would be tried and in a worstcase scenario crumble completely. A troubled relationship the consequences will be drastic and far-reaching. The Ukraine is one of Russia’s main routes to the western European countries. It is not a stretch to state that the global economy will suffer greatly with the loss of the critical trade routes running through the Ukrainian Country side. One of Russia’s biggest energy companies, Gazprom, has in a 2009 dispute cut off energy production to the Ukraine. The pipeline that connects Gazprom’s energy output to the rest
of Europe runs through directly through Ukraine. With a disturbance in the energy output to the Ukraine a European energy shortage will soon follow. Russia has also broke the Budapest Memorandum on Security Assurances, a 1994 nuclear disarmament treaty signed by the U.S., Britain and Russia stating that in turn for Ukraine’s nuclear weapons the three nations would respect the nations territorial boundaries. With Russia breaking the treaty a there is little hope for any similar agreements to be reached in the near future. The integrity of a nuclear disarmament agreement has been lost in one decisive swipe of the Russian bear. A bully on a scale of nations is threatening the sovereignty of Ukraine. Ukraine’s sovereignty should be kept intact or disbanded by the people of the country as a whole and not a small territory on the southern tip of the country.
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New kind of porn in social media
Everyone looks at porn on the daily anyways, right? We all find ourselves drooling over the absolutely delicious images. Lusting after them as we shamefully scroll through, hoping no one discovers our rather strange obsession. It isn’t just a piece of meat, though. It isn’t as uncommon as one would think. I mean, don’t we all look at food porn? It’s become a strange phenomenon to post these images pre-feasting, but it has become a common idea for people to find healthier choices in meals, or at least divulge in aesthetics instead of wandering to the fridge. “I like seeing pictures of food, especially if they put the recipe. I love to cook and try new things,� Merriam Tayani, 31-year-old art major, said. “If I post a picture, it’ll usually be
something healthy, like fish and vegetables.� Having started out of humor, the food porn “tag� has become popular to the point of maintaining a whole website (foodporndaily.com) that displays perfectly cropped pictures of mouth-watering meals with a few words describing its contents. The goal of the website: “click, drool, repeat.� “I think its funny, I make jokes about people when I look at their profile (on Instagram) and all you see is food and then one picture of a selfie,� Kristine Berube, 20-year-old history major, said. Of course there is always a dark side to these sort of things. Some people begin to overeat when viewing food porn, regardless of how healthy the meal. It isn’t a surprise that approximately every third picture
in Instagram’s #foodporn tag features some type of sweet treat to potentially lure in others. An article in the journal, Appetite, revealed those attempting to diet are more likely to overeat once viewing the images. “Sometimes it makes you want to eat the food,� Morgan Stadick, 19, said. “One time my friend took a picture of a chocolate covered twinkie from the OC fair and I really wanted to eat one after.� Although people often use this new tool for relaxation or ideas in cooking, it is apparent it can either hinder one’s dieting or give some healthy alternatives. Understanding the power of the artistically-shot, steaming cinnamon bun is a new thought to consider when lingering on social media late into the night.
Dreamer Cont. from page 1 a minister from Calvary Chapel. The minister directs him to Salvation Army and Michael takes his advice. During this time he continues to go to Calvary Chapel. Through his first interactions with the ministry he had started to develop social skills and eventually found a roommate. He credits his roommate’s bird with breaking him out of his shell. “My roommate had a parrot. An African Grey parrot and I fell in love with it. I started training her and I would take her on my bike to Starbucks,� he said. “ I didn’t have a radio voice or a radio personality and since my birds brought me to Starbucks I’ve had to learn how to be a communicator. I credit it to those birds.� Michael was in treatment and taking medication. He had stabilized his life and had land-
ed a job that had influenced him his whole life. He was the new KWave live call screener. Michael pursued radio relentlessly. He asked his co-workers where they got their experience and many had said they had gone to big expensive schools. A few of his co-workers told him to go to KSBR at Saddleback College. “The dream was to get into radio and I was asked to do call screening for a live show on KWave. I did a couple of shows and that door has closed at KWave and this door at KSBR has opened. I couldn’t pay for the training I get Saddleback. It’s priceless! � According to National Advisory Mental Health Council, �the treatment success rate for bipolar disorder is a remarkable 80 percent. The recovery rates for other serious mental illnesses follow suit: major depression (65-80 percent), schizophrenia
(60 percent) and addiction (70 percent).� Now on the air at KSBR and in charge of the music “calendar,� he finishes his story in the same low voice that he started in. “People ask me, ‘why are you in radio? What do you want?’ I tell them I want to reach out. Take my life and talk to people who are shaking their babies, or taking drugs, who are about to commit suicide, who have no future, who have no hope. That’s all I want,� Michael said. “I don’t want money. I don’t want fame. If I can’t make somebody’s life better, then I shouldn’t be doing this. KSBR allows me to live a dream. Fulfill a dream at the age of 50 when society, doctors, parents, everything wrote me off. By the grace of God I’m living this dream.�
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Saddleback Star: French artist Jean-Luc Rollando, skilled in over 15 instruments, accepts a $500 scholarship for his touching vocal and piano performance.
Jan-Luc Rollando wins first vocal competition and $500 By Lindsey Goetsch A&E Editor
Jan-Luc Rollando dedicated his performance to his girlfriend Sarah Virginia Thurs. night at the Saddleback Star vocal competition finals where he was crowned the first ever Saddleback Star. He played the piano and sung David Foster’s “I Have Nothing�, the first song he and Sarah listened to in his car. Amongst several talented finalists, Rollando managed to capture the most votes from the audience.
From France, he was raised by a musically inclined family where he learned to play over fifteen instruments. Popular and commercial music instructor Ariel Alexander had no idea who would win the competition. “They’re all phenomenal,� she said. “I couldn’t predict who is going to win.� This was the first vocal competition put together at Saddleback and is expected to continue throughout the years. Alexander wanted to come up with something different from the regular
classical and jazz music competitions. Other performances included an original rap song, indie-rock, alternative and pop. Congratulations to all the finalists: Isamar Negrete, Laurie Lewins, Chasen Tengwall, Paloma Pallante, Meghan Riopelle, Mercedes Mears, Evito Romero, Maureen Eberhardt, Alexandra Rivera, Anastasya Korol, Brian Gomes, Joe Marx, Thorin-Murphy Fahlgren. lgoetsch,lariat@gmail.com
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Gauchos struggles against OCC Pirates plunder nine Gauchos at the plate Saturday MAtt CORKILL
PHOTO Editor
The Gauchos were unable to produce enough timely offense against the Orange Coast College Pirates in their loss, 4-7, at Doug Fritz field on Saturday. Sophomore starter Tyler Brashears (1-2) was roughed up early by the OCC hitters, allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks in two and third innings pitched. Saddleback’s bats were all but silenced by the Pirate’s starter Jacob Hill (5-0) for the first five innings, allowing only sophomore third baseman Louie Payetta to reach on a single up the middle in the the second. In the sixth, the Gauchos formed a rally after sophomore Brandon Cody led the inning off with a walk and freshman Brett Barker singled through the right side of the infield to advance Cody to second before eventually scoring on a throwing error by the Pirate third
baseman that allowed sophomore Slate Miller to reach making it 1-6. In the bottom of the eighth the Gauchos had a prime opportunity to cut into the Pirate’s 1-6 lead when both Brandon Cody and freshman Brett Barker were hit by pitches and freshman Tony Bone reached on a fielding error by the OCC shortstop with no outs to load the bases. Slate miller was walked to bring in Cody and make it a 2-6 game, but the Pirates turned a double play to end the inning and the rally. Saddleback’s offense came alive in the ninth with two runs driven in by a two out Brett Barker double to right. Unfortunately it was a bit too late as the next batter popped out to end the game 4-7. “From the beginning their bats were ready and ours weren’t, when we put runs up on the board early it helps our pitchers throw strikes,” freshman catcher Casey Worden said following the loss. “We’ve got to wake up.” Saddleback (10-7, 2-3) plays next at Cypress (11-7, 2-3) on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and returns to Doug Fritz Field to host Riverside (9-9, 3-2) on Thursday at 2 p.m. as well.
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Men's Tennis brawl results in Gaucho loss QUINN MAHONY
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The Saddleback Gaucho Mens Tennis team lost in their March 7th home match against L.A. Pierce College a five to four final score. Coming into the match off two loses, the Gauchos looked to break their cold streak. The match started with the singles games. Saddleback’s Ryan Mariano, Robert Wall and Muhammad Raza winning their matches with scores of (7-6)(6-3), (6-0)(6-2), and (4-6)(6-3) (6-3) respectively. Whereas Saddleback's Jonathan Pulido, Jeffery Geiman and Ethan Muyskens lost their matches with scores of (6-0)(6-0), (7-5)(6-7) (7-4)(1-6), and (6-7)(1-7)(2-6) respectively, tied up the match moving into the doubles matches. An altercation broke out during the doubles match on court one between Pulido and the two
Pierce players, Sergey Arushanyan and Thales Castro, resulting in Pulido being taken to the hospital for a gash on his forehead. The fight was caused by confusion on both sides over the line calls being made. “He [Pulido] was giving an attitude the whole time,” said Arushanyan. "He was the one who finally crossed the net and came after us.” The match was called DEF and Peirce was awarded the victory for the doubles match. The doubles scores pushed L.A. Pierce out ahead of the gauchos to eventually win the match with a overall score of (4-5) and a gaucho loss on the season. Moving their win-loss ratio to a 6-6 over the season. The next men’s tennis match will be held at Irvine Valley College this Thursday at 2 p.m.
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Men's tennis brawl results in a Saddleback defeat Quinn Mahony
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Saddleback’s Ethan Muyskens, goes for a half-volley during his match. Defeated:
The Saddleback Gaucho Mens Tennis team lost in their March 7th home match against L.A. Pierce College a five to four final score. Coming into the match off two loses, the Gauchos looked to break their cold streak. The match started with the singles games. Saddleback’s Ryan Mariano, Robert Wall and Muhammad Raza winning their matches with scores of (7-6) (6-3), (6-0)(6-2), and (4-6)(6-3)(6-3) respectively. Whereas Saddleback's Jonathan Pulido, Jeffery Geiman and Ethan Muyskens lost their matches with scores of (6-0)(60), (7-5)(6-7)(7-4)(1-6), and (6-7)(1-7) (2-6) respectively, tied up the match moving into the doubles matches. An altercation broke out during the doubles match on court one between Pulido and the two Pierce players, Sergey Arushanyan and Thales Castro, resulting in Pulido being taken to the hospital for a gash on his forehead. The fight was caused by confusion on both sides over the line calls being made. “He [Pulido] was giving an attitude the whole time,” said Arushanyan. "He was the one who finally crossed the net and came after us.” The match was called DEF and Peirce was awarded the victory for the doubles match. The doubles scores pushed L.A. Pierce out ahead of the gauchos to eventually win the match with a overall score of (4-5) and a gaucho loss on the season. Moving their win-loss ratio to a 6-6 over the season. The next men’s tennis match will be held at Irvine Valley College this Thursday at 2 p.m. qmahony.lariat@gmail.com
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Safe: A close call at the plate goes in favor of the Orange Coast College.
Gauchos struggle against OCC Pirates plunder nine Gaucho hitters at the plate during Saturday’s home loss MAtt CORKILL
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The Gauchos were unable to produce enough timely offense against the Orange Coast College Pirates in their loss, 4-7, at Doug Fritz field on Saturday. Sophomore starter Tyler Brashears (1-2) was roughed up early by the OCC hitters, allowing four runs on seven hits and two walks in two and third innings pitched. Saddleback’s bats were all but silenced by the Pirate’s starter Jacob Hill (5-0) for the first five innings, allowing only sophomore third baseman Louie Payetta to reach on a single up the middle in the the second. In the sixth, the Gauchos formed a rally after sophomore Brandon Cody led the inning off with a walk and freshman Brett Barker singled through the right side of the infield to advance Cody to second before eventually scoring on a throwing error by the Pirate third
baseman that allowed sophomore Slate Miller to reach making it 1-6. In the bottom of the eighth the Gauchos had a prime opportunity to cut into the Pirate’s 1-6 lead when both Brandon Cody and freshman Brett Barker were hit by pitches and freshman Tony Bone reached on a fielding error by the OCC shortstop with no outs to load the bases. Slate miller was walked to bring in Cody and make it a 2-6 game, but the Pirates turned a double play to end the inning and the rally. Saddleback’s offense came alive in the ninth with two runs driven in by a two out Brett Barker double to right. Unfortunately it was a bit too late as the next batter popped out to end the game 4-7. “From the beginning their bats were ready and ours weren’t, when we put runs up on the board early it helps our pitchers throw strikes,” freshman catcher Casey Worden said following the loss. “We’ve got to wake up.” Saddleback (10-7, 2-3) plays next at Cypress (11-7, 2-3) on Tuesday at 2 p.m. and returns to Doug Fritz Field to host Riverside (9-9, 3-2) on Thursday at 2 p.m. as well.
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Strike: Tony Bone, freshman, and other Gaucho hitters struggled to produce base runners at home against Orange Coast College Saturday.
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