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A day after Mario Batali announced that he's bailing on his much-anticipated South Boston restaurant, we know the reason why.
In case you missed it, the celebrity chef whose empire of eateries includes Babbo, Del Posto, Eataly NYC, and OTTO tweeted over the weekend that his plan to open a pizzeria at 320 Summer St. in Fort Point "isn't looking good right now."
That was followed Monday by this note on the chef's Tumblr site: "B&B Hospitality Group is saddened to announce that the project called Babbo Pizzeria and Enoteca originally slated for a fourth quarter open date in the exciting Fort Point district in Boston will not come to fruition. We will continue to look for the perfect location to serve the exciting and vibrant Boston community."
We called a few of our friends in the restaurant world and were told that Batali and his prospective landlord, Lincoln Property Company , could not agree on a lease. At issue apparently was Batali's plan to use a wood-burning oven, and the potentially costly system needed to vent the smoke generated by such an oven. Lincoln Property declined to comment Tuesday and the chef could not be reached.
"It's something that could have been handled with some cooperation by the landlord," said the owner of a nearby restaurant who asked that his name not be used. "But it was a difficult negotiation and Batali is used to getting what he wants."
Lisa Timberlake, spokeswoman for Boston's inspectional services department, said the application process was underway but nothing had been permitted. Even without the ginger-haired chef, Fort Point is fast becoming something of a hub for foodies. Ming Tsai recently opened Blue Dragon on A Street. There's Tavern Road on Congress Street. George Lewis is opening a pizzeria, and Island Creek Oyster is planning a new place, both on Congress. And Mistral co-owner Seth Greenberg has begun construction of Bastille Kitchen, a new 8,500-square-foot French bistro on Melcher Street.


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|Hassan KhanThe Agreement
Five Stories by Hassan Khan
Artist, writer, and musician Hassan Khan explores the margins at which a vernacular, be it linguistic or formal, attains its stature. Through a series of narrative portraits and accompanying images of his recent sculptures, Khan's seemingly ubiquitous tales are in fact an attempt to let a story tell itself.
The bilingual (English/Arabic) book includes five short stories based on observation that engage the reader with very particular yet uncannily recognizable characters and occurrences. This sense of recognition emanates from a certain quality the stories embody rather than in any specific details they convey. The specific cultural, aesthetic, and personal sensibility through which the stories are filtered is further revealed when considered in relation to the accompanying images of sculptural objects explicitly produced for this purpose and based on the demotic style of popular kitsch ornaments.
This book is published on the occasion of "The Twist," a solo exhibition of Hassan Khan's work at Objectif Exhibitions (September 3–October 22, 2011), curated by Mai Abu ElDahab.
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President Barack Obama is reaching out to Republican senators — the most receptive participants from his recent "charm-offensive" dinners — to jump-start talks to reach a "grand bargain" on entitlements, spending and taxes, according to White House and Congressional officials.
Obama — fighting against steep odds to reach a big legacy deal on deficits and debts — has personally pressed Congressional leaders for another shot at reaching an agreement similar to one that fell apart during negotiations with Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) in 2011.
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Obama himself isn't likely to attend the first sit-down, expected soon.
Hill staffers close the situation say the list remains fluid, but names reportedly being considered include Sens. Rob Portman (R-Ohio), John McCain (R-Ariz.), Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.), Roy Blunt (R-Mo.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Bob Corker (R-Tenn.) — Republicans Obama considers to be committed to another round of negotiations in good faith.
But a senior White House official told POLITICO any speculation about specific participants would be "wrong," and refused to confirm any names because none of the potential attendees had yet been contacted or even briefed on the new process.
The official did say the group of probably no more than eight would be largely "self-selecting" — GOP senators who had previously expressed interest in a budget working group.
Obama's team has kept Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) in the loop, according to leadership sources, but so far the effort has been spearheaded by the West Wing.


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June 20, 2013, UMAG, Croatia (ISN) – Tenth-seeds Grant O'Gorman of Toronto and Aaron Nusbaum of Aurora, Ont., won their first match in main draw action Thursday at the FIVB U21 World Beach Volleyball Championships.
O'Gorman and Nusbaum, the bronze medallists here in 2011 at the world youth championships, defeated Briand Mugabowingabo and Dukondaine Yvan Bruce of Burundi 21-13, 27-25 in Pool G play. Both teams play their two final round robin matches on Friday.
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The indigenous people of Jakarta are the Betawi, a community of mixed descent, a mixture of different races and ethnic groups, who for generations have made Jakarta their home. Very outspoken and democratic, the Betawi have assimilated different cultures in their daily life, arts, music and traditions. Staunch Muslims, the Betawi blends the original Malay language with neighbouring Sundanese words, mixed with Javanese, Chinese, Indian, Arab and Dutch words.
The wedding costume of the bride adopts the Chinese tradition of bright red embroidered top with a veil of golden tassels. Whereas the bridegroom wears very contrasting costume inspired by the Arab and Indian Dons.
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For musical instruments they use the Sunda trumpet and drums, while from Europe they have adopted the trombone and guitar, as well as Chinese instruments. While inspired by Portuguese music this has resulted in the distinct Jakarta music genre popularly known as Keroncong.
With time there developed the Tanjidor , which uses the trombone, piston tenor, clarinet. This latter genre is said to have originated from the European plantations, since their tunes have European sounding names, such as Bananas, Delsi, Batalion, Welnes, and so on. But now they have become more local-sounding with tunes like Jali-Jali, Surilang, and the popular dangdut music.
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Whether one believes in compassionate comprehensive immigration reform which brings undocumented immigrants out of the shadows and allows them to fully become a part of their community, or an overhaul of our entire system with a focus on enforcement – we all agree that something must be done… but what?
The Other Side of Immigration is a documentary about what has caused our current immigration problems and what can be done about it – from the other side of the border. The honest, thought-provoking interviews with Mexican people discuss many aspects of the immigration debate which many Americans have never even considered. Elders of Mexican towns talk about how things used to be in their once thriving communities when one could make a living off the land. Former immigrants who have been to the United States talk about what drove them to go, and why they returned to Mexico. Wives and children who are left behind, talk about what it's like to have the family broken in pieces – a necessary evil to survive.
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Every few days, a 40 hp motor blows its overloads. These have been verified as being the correct size. The maintenance manager suspected the branch circuit breaker was faulty, so had that tested but it's fine. The motor drives a mixer tank impeller. Wet and dry materials come into the tank and mix for ten minutes. The mixed solution is sprayed onto a fixture that passes along to the next step in production. If the motor is down for long, the fixture becomes clogged. It takes a full shift to restore production.
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SUMMERDALE, PA (05/08/2013)(readMedia)-- Central Penn College Professor Sam Morgan, of Mechanicsburg, was honored with the 2013 Todd A. Milano Faculty Excellence Award. The award was announced at Central Penn's 131st annual Commencement ceremony May 3 at The Forum in Harrisburg. This recognition is validated through input from students.
Below is a feature story on Morgan's nomination for the prestigious award:
Morgan will be the first to tell you that he does not teach with the intent to receive accolades or be in the limelight. Humble, yet assertive, he waves off almost every question I ask about him during his interview and instead talks about his true ambition: the students.
"The students are everything to me," says Morgan seriously, his hands emphasizing every word. "They are my entire focus. I respect them tremendously."
Any professor would say that, right?
But when Morgan says it, you can feel it. He explains with intensity that there is always a "commonality of respect" in his classroom, where no students' views are incorrect and everyone learns together, even Morgan as the professor.
Based on the nominations, students relate to him. They cite his humor, knowledge and more than 30 years of law enforcement, corrections and military experience as factors to their success. When Morgan retired from the local Lower Allen township police force, he was team leader of the accident reconstruction team and a deputy chief for the Cumberland County DUI department.
Here are a few nominations:
"He cares for his students and shows true knowledge, both of textbook and real-life experiences."
"Professor Morgan is fair and really pushes me to be a better student. He has helped me during times of my life that were uneasy and stressful!"
"I am a fully online student and I am currently in my third term with Central Penn. I have had the privilege to have Professor Morgan for four classes so far and I have to say that if I had the opportunity to have him teach all of my classes, I would take it in a heartbeat. He is an excellent professor and one that is willing to help you with anything at the drop of a hat."
"They relate to me because I am one of them," explains Morgan who is currently a doctoral candidate in business administration with a concentration in criminal justice. "I believe you never quit learning, and I've learned a lot from the students. We're in this together and I respect them tremendously."
One student nominator says, "I was very nervous about coming back to school. His [Morgan's] classes taught me that I could work very hard and it reinstated my excitement for school. He was always so nice and helpful, and I consider him the best professor at the college."
Despite the praise, toward the end of the interview Morgan still asks me with his typical wry sense of humor and clipped speech, "What have I done that's so great?"
Well, for starters, he revitalized the criminal justice administration and homeland security management program curriculums. He rallied and secured approval to operate the Central Penn building off of 730 Valley Road as a future collaborative learning center for students and local law enforcement, and has been invited as a two-time homeland security presenter at the Naval Post Graduate School in Monterey, Cal.
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Spinach and Ricotta Souffles with Fonduta Sauce
Having spinach in the garden is a perfect joy.
The very young, textured leaves are great in salads, and the taller, darker green leaves for cooking. I have collected masses of lovely spinach recipes over the years, but have only recently tried this one, which was, for about 20 years, one of the signature dishes of Langan's Brasserie, in London's Mayfair, one of my most favourite restaurants in the world. Here I have set out my own interpretation. As usual with soufflés, everything can be made well in advance and then all it needs is for the egg whites to be whisked and incorporated just before cooking.
This recipe is from Delias Vegetarian Collection Serves 8 as a starter
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To begin the recipe, butter the ramekins and lightly dust the insides with parmesan.
Then thoroughly wash the spinach in several changes of cold water and pick it over, removing any thick, tough stalks or damaged leaves. Next, press the leaves into a large saucepan, sprinkle in some salt (but don't add water), cover and cook over a medium heat for 4-5 minutes. Just let it collapse down into its own juices and then give it a stir halfway through. Now drain the spinach thoroughly in a colander, pressing it very firmly with a saucer to extract every last bit of juice – it needs to be quite dry.
Then chop it fairly finely. Next, pour the milk into a saucepan, then simply add the flour and butter and bring everything gradually up to simmering point, whisking continuously with a balloon whisk, until the sauce has thickened and become smooth and glossy. Then turn the heat down to its lowest possible setting and let the sauce cook very gently for 5 minutes, stirring from time to time. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the sauce to a large bowl. Now beat the chopped spinach and the ricotta into the sauce, along with the egg yolks.
Then season with salt, pepper, a generous amount of nutmeg and the cayenne. Beat the egg whites in a large, clean bowl until stiff, then, using a large metal spoon, fold one spoonful into the spinach sauce to 'loosen' it. Now carefully fold the remaining egg whites into the spinach mixture before dividing it equally between the 8 ramekins.
Sprinkle the tops of the soufflés with a little parmesan and bake on the baking sheet for 25-30 minutes, or until well risen and slightly browned on top. While the soufflés are cooking, you can make the anchovy sauce. Put the crème fraîche into a small saucepan, bring it up to simmering point and cook gently for 5 minutes, then stir in the anchovy essence (or sauce), cayenne and a good squeeze of lemon juice.
The soufflés need to be served hot and puffy from the oven, and at Langan's, they make an incision into each soufflé with a knife and pour in a little sauce, then hand the rest around separately in a jug.
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A Corsage for Caroline
"I have a girlfriend," Mickey announced.
"You do?" I said. "Tell me about her."
"She doesn't talk much," he said. "She's shy."
I'd heard about her a few weeks earlier, when his teacher Jackie had emailed me about the friendship that was blossoming between Mickey and the girl in the classroom next door.
Caroline goes on a daily walk on the bike path and I have been letting Mickey go with her to offer encouragement—he quite enjoys this … I have to tell you that his mental demeanor is so improved when he gets that physical exercise—and it boosts his self esteem, too, because he thinks he is helping Caroline.
Soon after, Jackie emailed me this news:
Just letting you know that Mickey asked his friend Caroline to the prom today … We will find out what color her dress is in case Mickey wants to get her a corsage.
"Oh my. I think I need a tissue," I told my friend Beth.
"Are you kidding? I'd need a whole box," she said. "This is a monumental milestone moment."
I phoned the florist. The afternoon before the prom, I took Mickey to the shop. With a big smile, the florist produced a small white box. Carefully the man peeled back layers of tissue paper to reveal a wrist corsage of rosebuds and ribbons nestled within. Mickey peered at it silently.
"She'll love it," the florist assured him.
Mickey nodded. All business, he pulled out his wallet. "How much does it cost?"
"Thirty-five dollars."
Mickey placed two 20 dollar bills on the counter. He remembered to wait for his change. Then, as we walked back to the car, he confided, "I hugged Caroline today."
"You did? What did she say?"
"She said, 'I love you.'"
"Really," I said, feigning nonchalance. "And what did you say?"
"I said,' I love you too.'"
Oh my.
The prom took place in the school's gym. Students were decked out in their party best. Parents were invited too. "But we shouldn't hover," I reminded my husband Marc. (A reminder to me as well.)
We watched from the sidelines as Mickey and Caroline clasped hands. Together they jumped up and down, with looks of sheer joy on both their faces. Each time he took her by one hand and twirled her around, teachers and staff applauded. Marc and I kvelled—a Yiddish word that means to burst with pride and pleasure for one's child. It's related to the German word quellen: "to well up."
Which I confess I was also doing. A lot.
Because here's the thing: I never expected him to go to a prom. Prom was one of so many things in the litany of what we were told he would never be able to do. He would never be social. Never have empathy. Would always prefer solitude.
Why do professionals persist in telling these things to parents? Especially when it was clear—even from the earliest days—that our son liked—in fact, craved—connection?
Yet here he was, at a prom. With a date. Maybe "prom" didn't look the way I thought prom would look, but this wasn't about me. It was time for me to let go of any lingering regret for what wasn't—and to accept what was right in front of us. This was still a prom. His prom.
And Mickey was incandescent.
Mickey and Caroline jumped and twirled for 45 minutes before Mickey finally joined us to announce: "I've had enough."
"You need to tell Caroline," I told him. I watched him return to her side. He hugged her gently. Started back towards us. Stopped. Turned. Hugged her tenderly once more.
Then he asked his Dad, "Was that appropriate?"
A lump-in-the-throat moment. That he felt he had to ask … well of course. Because for most of his life he's had teachers and therapists and parents guiding him on what is appropriate and inappropriate behavior.
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"I like to say that I came to Berklee to fulfill my destiny. Many years ago, as a freshman music major at Boston University, I decided I needed to get out of the practice room and into the world. So I became a music therapist. Later, when I was asked to come to Berklee in 1995 to launch a music therapy program, I saw it as preordained."
Suzanne Hanser knows that an effective music therapist must be as skilled a musician as a clinician. Traditionally, music therapists had been trained in conservatories, but such limited musical focus makes it difficult to connect to diverse populations and age ranges. Berklee music therapy students have the ability to bring a variety styles and techniques into the therapeutic milieu; Berklee graduates are working to improve the lives of soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan with PTSD and patients coping with Alzheimer's disease.
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In support of President Obama's Executive Order "Accelerating Investment in Industrial Energy Efficiency," the Energy Department recently announced a new funding opportunity to establish regional Combined Heat and Power Technical Assistance Partnerships (CHP TAPs). These CHP TAPs will accelerate deployment of 40GW of new, cost-effective CHP by helping remove market and non-market barriers. CHP is a commercially available clean energy solution that directly addresses a number of national priorities including improving the competitiveness of U.S. manufacturing, increasing energy efficiency, reducing emissions, enhancing our energy infrastructure, improving energy security and growing our economy.
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Todd La Torre-Fronted Queensryche Sign With Century Media Records
Although their start has been a bit of a tumultuous one, it appears to be onward and upward for Queensryche in 2013. Getting the ball rolling, the band just inked a new deal with Century Media Records. With a tentative release date of June 11, their new disc will mark the first recorded and delivered by the latest lineup featuring new singer Todd La Torre. The vocalist replaced original singer Geoff Tate, who is now manning his own incarnation of the band.
Queensryche bassist Eddie Jackson weighed in on the band's new home with Century Media, saying, "Queensryche is excited to begin writing this next chapter of our career with Century Media. Their passion and love for music has been apparent since early discussions and we are pleased to call them partners on this journey."
He continued, sharing his gratitude towards their loyal following, stating, "We are also thankful for all of the fans who have supported us from day one and helped us get to where we are today. Todd, Scott, Parker, Michael and I wouldn't be here if it wasn't for each and every one of you."
For fans anxious to hear the new sound of Queensryche, the band offered up a first listen of their new material on the Eddie Trunk show a few weeks ago (Feb. 22), check it out here for a taste of what's in store.
Queensryche are currently gearing up to kick off their 'Return to History World Tour' on Tuesday (March 5) in Dubuque, Iowa, with dates taking them on 23 stops throughout several countries before wrapping up on April 26 in the Netherlands. In addition to their world tour, Queensryche will be getting their feet wet on the high seas, taking part in the 2013 Monsters of Rock Cruise in addition to the Sweden Rock Cruise.
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Dogs bite. No big surprise there.
But did you know that almost 5 million people are bitten every year in this country, or that 800,000 Americans receive medical attention for those bites annually?
Those figures are from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), which this week (May 16-21) is co-sponsoring National Dog Bite Prevention Week.
Not surprisingly, another of the co-sponsors is the U.S. Postal Service, which has put out a list of the top cities where postal carriers are bitten by dogs.
Denver ranks 8th, with 31 letter carriers attacked in 2010. Houston topped the list with 62. The others making the top ten (there were some ties) were Columbus, OH, San Diego, Los Angeles, Louisville, San Antonio, St. Louis, Cleveland, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Portland, Seattle, Philadelphia and Sacramento.
Medical expenses from dog attacks cost the Postal Service nearly $1.2 million last year.
According to the Insurance Information Institute, dog attacks accounted for more than one-third of all homeowners' insurance liability claims paid out in 2010, costing nearly $413 million.
That's the statistical tale. But the question is, WHY do dogs bite and what can be done to reduce the number of attacks?
"There's reasons dogs bite and as long as people and dogs live together bites will occur," says Dr. Bonnie Beaver, outgoing president of the AVMA.
"Rather than have a kneejerk reaction to dogbites and passing a law, we need to recognize that people do a lot of scary things to dogs," she says.
"We like to get up right in their faces when direct eye contact is taken as a challenge by them," she begins. The litany goes on: We try to pet strange animals. we like to hug dogs, we cut their toenails, we give them baths, we force them to take medication, we tie them up, and so on.
"Kids like to run and scream, but to a dog this sounds like injured prey screaming," Beaver said.
So in a podcast for AVMA she lays out a strategy for minimizing bites, which is timely now that warmer weather has both people and animals out and about and mingling more.
Number one, socialize dogs when they are young.
"When they're puppies, socialize them to people, all sorts of people," Beaver says. "Teach them to like everyone."
Number two, watch for signs of fear in the dog.
"When a dog starts changing to a fearful posture you need to leave it alone." she explains. The animal may lay its ears back or drop its tail down, for instance.
Number three, a parent should train a child how to act with dogs and never leave a young child alone with a canine, she says, noting that children are far more likely to be severely injured in attacks.
Number four, learn how to act around a menacing dog.
"Most of the time if we stand still a dog will eventually lose interest," she says. "Teach kids to stand like a tree or lay like a log."
Running away kicks in the dog's prey instinct.
There are health issues to consider, too.
"Most of the dogs that bite are not licensed and are behind on their shots, Beaver says.
All of that said, Beaver acknowledges the benefits of owning a dog outweigh the negatives. "If 5 million dogs bite, that means there's 67 million good dogs," she concluded.
In Colorado, the Coalition for Living Safely with Dogs offers its own safety suggestions, some of which mirror the AVMA's.
The coalition, comprised of representatives from animal welfare groups, also advises:
* Select dogs appropriate for your lifestyle and the environment in which you live. For example, are you active or sedentary? Do you have little space or a lot?
* Spay or neuter your dog to improve its health and to minimize aggressive behaviors. "Unneutered dogs are 2.6 times more likely to bite than neutered dogs."
* Never tether a dog, which can lead to aggressive behaviors. "Chaining a dog is the single most dangerous condition in which to maintain a dog. It creates an unnatural and unhealthy environment and takes away the dog's option of flight."
ANIMAL TRACKS – Morris Animal Foundation has named David Haworth, DVM, PhD, as its new president and CEO. Haworth will oversee the 62-year-old nonprofit's efforts to advance health and welfare research that protects, treats and cures companion animals, horses and wildlife worldwide. Haworth will be leaving his current role as the director of global alliances for Pfizer Animal Health, a position he has held since 2008 . . . .
Denver Animal Care & Control will be hosting seven low-cost cat and dog vaccination, license and microchip clinics in area parks throughout the summer.
* June 26 – Garfield Lake Park (on the corner of S. Newton St. and W. Arizona Ave.) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* July 10 – Harvey Park, (in front of recreation center on S. Tennyson Way and W. Warren Ave) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* July 24 – Argo Park (in parking lot at E. 48th Ave. and N. Logan St.) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* August 7 – Mestizo-Curtis Park (west side of pool – 32nd St.and Curtis St.) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* August 21 – Swansea Park (in parking lot on E. 49th Ave and Thompson Ct.) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* September 11 – Aztlan Park (by recreation center on Navajo St. and W. 44th Ave) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
* September 25 – Thomas Park (northeast corner of parking lot – E 26th Ave and N Roslyn St.) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The cost is $35 for cat or dog vaccinations and includes a one-year pet license. To renew an expired pet license, the cost is $15 for one year or $40 for three years. Microchips will also be available for $25 per animal.
General admission tickets can br purchased for $50 at the door this Saturday, May 21, for the 10th Annual Mutts and Models canine and celebrity fashion show. All proceeds benefit Harrison Memorial Animal Hospital, a nonprofit organization. There will also be live and silent auctions. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. at the EXDO Event Center, 1399 35th Street, Denver. For more information: www.cvmf.org. (Note: The author is a former board member for Harrison Memorial Animal Hospital.)
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AUGUSTA, Ga. – Freshman guard Shanteona Keys (Roswell, Ga.) has been named Peach Belt Conference (PBC) Freshman of the Year while also garnering All-PBC Third Team honors as announced by the league office Tuesday afternoon.
Keys put together a sensational rookie campaign, averaging 16.6 points a game overall and 18.6 a game in conference play, both good for second in the PBC.
She was also among the league leaders in free-throw percentage at 77.6 percent, ranking her fourth overall. Keys was second on the team in assists dishing out 2.3 a game while grabbing 3.5 rebounds.
She scored in double-digits 22 times for the 'Cats this season with a career-high 29 in the season finale against No. 4 Clayton State University.
The three-time Bobcat Athlete of the Week becomes just the second GC women's basketball player to earn PBC Freshman of the Year as Dominique Huffin (2007-11) won in 2007.
Her All-PBC Third Team accolade gives Georgia College 32 such honors all-time.
The Georgia College Department of Athletics, two-time winners of the PBC Commissioner's Cup, sponsors 10 varsity athletic programs at the NCAA Division II level. As a Division II program, Bobcat Athletics prides itself on balancing the life of the student-athlete, evidenced by the teams' multiple appearances in post-season competition as well as documented academic success and community-service involvement. Sign up at www.twitter.com/BobcatSports and www.facebook.com/gcbobcats for up-to-the-minute reports, and visit www.GCBobcats.com for more information, and to nominate your favorite former Bobcats and Colonials to the GC Athletics Hall of Fame.


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How to Live to 100 and Have Fun Doing It!
By Nancy Graham , October 25, 2012 02:56 PM
Reading Dan Buettner's New York Times story, "The Island Where People Forget to Die" made me want to move to Ikaria, Greece, immediately. This is an island where an unusually large percentage of people live past 100 because they get ample amounts of sleep, sex, socializing, spirituality, spinach, and sourdough bread. And they drink several glasses of red wine each day. Basically, party animals who don't sit still much, but pray and take a lot of naps.
To be honest, this isn't the first time I've wanted to move to Ikaria immediately. The first time was in September of 2009, when Dan revealed "the secrets of a sleepy Greek island" that could help us live longer, healthier lives in AARP The Magazine. The island was Ikaria, and in his story Dan tantalized our readers with his conclusion: "Some combination of [the Ikarians'] habits is helping them live significantly longer than Americans, who live on average to age 78." You can learn those secrets here.
Dan's New York Times story is getting a lot of attention because it reminds us that the best way to live longer, better-Dan's mantra, after spending a decade studying places in the world where people live unusually long lives, which he dubs Blue Zones-is to focus more on having fun with family and friends, and less on counting calories and how many minutes we've spent (or not) at the gym. Not that diet and exercise don't matter; it's just that in Ikaria they become woven into the natural rhythm of the day. People rise and have sage tea and honey together, plant gardens, have lunch (beans and greens), go to church, and stay up past midnight playing dominoes. As Dan writes, "Even if you're antisocial, you'll never be entirely alone." Here, Dan introduces us to some unforgettable centenarians from an earlier trip to Greece.
Inspired by Dan's findings, in 2009 we launched The AARP/Blue Zones Vitality Project, sponsored by United Health Foundation. Our goal was to add 10,000 years of healthy life to residents of Albert Lea, Minnesota. We did this by helping them adopt the four main Blue Zones principles: to eat a healthy plant-based diet, live an active lifestyle, have a clear sense of purpose and develop strong social networks. Here I show you what we did, and how you can create your own healthy hometown. By the time the Vitality Project ended in October 2009, a total of 3,464 residents of all ages had participated. The life expectancy of the 786 residents who took the Vitality Compass before and after rose by an average of 2.9 years, and all said they felt healthier-physically and emotionally. Here are the results.
And now, with some embarrassment, I will share a dark secret: At the conclusion of the Vitality project, Dan and I, along with the ebullient Brian Wansink, Director of Cornell's Food and Brand Lab- who as this video shows, energetically educated Albert Leans on fun ways to change how they eat-celebrated at Albert Lea's Nasty Habit Bar and Grill. Yes, the Vitality team indulged in a night of beer and potato chips.
But don't worry: by the next morning, we were back on herbal tea and Ikarian honey, firmly committed to living longer, better. The good news is that AARP The Magazine continues to work closely with Dan, who is creating a "Happiness Makeover" for our Feb/Mar 2013 issue, and we hope to collaborate on more big, life-extending projects with Blue Zones in the year ahead.
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"The Dark Knight" sequel will swoop into theaters on July 20, 2012,Access Hollywood has confirmed with Warner Bros.
The third film in director Chris Nolan's reinvention of the Batman saga has yet to begin production due to the director's duties on this summer's "Inception," though brother Jonathan Nolan is currently penning a script.
Given its predecessors, the film comes with high expectations – "The Dark Knight" broke box office records during its $158 million opening weekend and earned late star Heath Ledger a posthumous Oscar for his role as The Joker.
The film will join a crowded fanboy summer that's also set to feature Marvel's "Avengers" as well as "Star Trek 2" and "Spider-Man 4."
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50 state parks that will make you forget all about the shutdown
The government shutdown is having far-reaching consequences, but travelers are really feeling the pinch as their plans get … well, shut down … due to national park and monument closures. But America's principal attractions aren't all shuttered. From sea to shining sea, state parks have an astounding array of natural wonders and historic hotspots well worth a look. So don't cancel your travel plans. Instead, head out to these 50 amazing state parks that will leave you saying, "Shutdown? What shutdown?"
The government shutdown is having far-reaching consequences, but travelers are really feeling the pinch as their plans get … well, shut down … due to national park and monument closures.
But America's principal attractions aren't all shuttered. From sea to shining sea, state parks have an astounding array of natural wonders and historic hotspots well worth a look.
So don't cancel your travel plans. Instead, head out to these 50 amazing state parks that will leave you saying, "Shutdown? What shutdown?"
Alabama | Shimmering white limestone formations and spring-fed pools decorate the underground "miracle mile" at Rickwood Caverns State Park, near Birmingham.
Alaska | Chugach State Park, just east of Anchorage, covers 495,204 acres where you can revel in mountain scenery, rivers, lakes and wildlife.
Arizona | Lost Dutchman State Park, named after a fabled lost gold mine, offers multiple trails that take visitors out into the Superstition Wilderness, as well as campsites that let you revel in your surroundings as long as you like.
Arkansas | Mount Magazine State Park's namesake peak, Mount Magazine, is Arkansas' highest point.
California | Humboldt Redwoods State Park is the perfect place to feel tiny next to some of the biggest trees you'll ever see. Within park boundaries, you'll find Rockefeller Forest, the world's largest remaining old-growth forest of California redwoods.
Colorado | Eleven Mile State Park offers a little something for everyone – hiking, camping, kayaking – but the stand-out draw here is fishing. If catching trophy trout is on your bucket list, this a good place to get closer to the dream.
Connecticut | The stone fortress of American actor William Gillette – most famously known for his role as Sherlock Holmes – sits in southern Connecticut's Gillette Castle State Park.
Delaware | William Penn made Cape Henlopen beaches – part of Cape Henlopen State Park – some of the very first public lands established in the U.S.
Florida | Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park is famous for its manatees, offering visitors some of the best viewing opportunities in the state.
Georgia | Situated in northwestern Georgia, Red Top Mountain State Park features Lake Allatoona, a popular summer location for swimming and boating.
Hawaii | Hapuna Beach State Park, located on the "big island" of Hawaii, boasts one of the biggest white sand beaches on the island and perfect opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling and more.
Idaho | Thousand Springs State Park was created out of four existing state parks – with another natural area added for good measure – in 2005. From its spectacular springs and waterfalls to canyons and sheer basalt cliffs, there are all varieties of natural wonders on show here.
Illinois | Starved Rock State Park features 18 – yes, 18 – canyons, 14 of which have waterfalls. Hike the trails to as many of them as you like and you're guaranteed a full day of breathtaking beauty.
Indiana | Spring Mill State Park brings history to life in both the Limestone Grist Mill for which it's named and the surrounding Pioneer Village. Buildings dating back to the early 1800s have been lovingly restored and make a perfect backdrop for demonstrations of everything from blacksmithing to candlemaking.
Iowa | Pikes Peak State Park might just change your perception of Iowa, a state known for its very level landscapes. But here, bluffs tower over the island-dotted Mississippi River, giving visitors sweeping views they won't soon forget.
Kansas | Kanopolis State Park was the first state park established in Kansas, and it's been luring visitors ever since it opened in 1955. Situated in the bluffs of the Smoky Hills region near Salina, it's a great place for hiking, camping and watching an active prairie dog town.
Kentucky | A 65-foot-high natural sandstone arch spans 78 feet across walking trails in Natural Bridge State Resort Park, not far from the Red River.
Louisiana | Enchanted cypress-tupelo swamps and hardwood forests make up the shady Tickfaw State Park, not far from New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
Maine | The 5,270-foot-tall Mount Katahdin, Maine's highest peak, can be found in Baxter State Park.
Maryland | At Assateague State Park, herds of rare Assateague ponies run wild on the barrier isle – a trademark of Assateague Island.
Massachusetts | Philosopher Henry David Thoreau found inspiration on Walden Pond, in Walden Pond State Reservation in Concord.
Michigan | The second largest state park in Michigan, Tahquamenon Falls State Park is situated close to Lake Superior and features the 50-foot Tahquamenon Falls.
Minnesota | Gooseberry Falls State Park is just one example of the spectacular parks dotted along Highway 61, which hugs the shore of Lake Superior. Gooseberry features upper, middle and lower falls, each of which draws "oohs" and "aahs" from visitors.
Mississippi | The scenic Natchez Trace Parkway runs directly through Tishomingo State Park – located in the Appalachian Mountain foothills, not far from Tupelo.
Missouri | Onondaga Cave State Park takes you below ground and into an otherworldly environment. The eponymous cave is filled with stalactites, stalagmites and other formations as well as pools of crystal-clear water.
Montana | Lewis & Clark Caverns State Park overlooks the trail that its namesake explorers traveled along the Jefferson River in Southwestern Montana. The caverns are well-lit and easy for the whole family to explore.
Nebraska | Rock Creek Station State Historical Park will spark the imagination of anyone who played a certain early 1990s computer game that involved a great journey and a whole lot of broken axels and typhus. The ruts you see in the ground here aren't just any old wheel tracks – they're left over from the times when this was a supply center and stopover on the Oregon Trail.
Nevada | Berlin-Ichthyosaur State Park brings together two unlikely elements, but that just makes the park more fascinating. Visitors can see the fossilized remains of an enormous ichthyosaur, an aquatic dinosaur, and then pay a visit to Berlin, an eerie abandoned mining town dating from the turn of the century.
New Jersey | The Barnegat Lighthouse gave Long Beach Island's Barnegat Lighthouse State Park its name.
New Mexico | City of Rocks State Park, from a distance, really does look like a city. But in fact, it's made up of eroded volcanic rock formations densely packed together – perfect for an exploratory adventure.
New York | Water pumps continuously over the American Falls, Bridal Falls and the Canadian Falls at Niagara Falls State Park, the oldest state park in the U.S.
North Carolina | At Chimney Rock State Park near Asheville, visitors can take the 1.5-mile hike to stand at the base of Hickory Nut Falls, or skip straight to the 315-foot granite monolith, Chimney Rock.
North Dakota | Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park gives visitors an immersive historical experience. On-A-Slant Mandan Village, or Miti-ba-wa-esh, which was established in the 16th century, is part of the park as is a reconstruction of George Armstrong Custer's house and other fort buildings.
New Hampshire | Before its collapse in 2003, the famous Old Man of the Mountain Cliffside formation could be found in Franconia Notch State Park.
Ohio | The American folklore icon, Johnny Appleseed (John Chapman), carved his name in the stone wall of the Lyons Falls in Mohican State Park back in the 1800s. Sadly, the etchings have been worn away by the elements.
Oklahoma | Black Mesa State Park lies in the region where the Rocky Mountains dwindle into the shortgrass prairie so often associated with Oklahoma. Here you can climb the highest point in the state, Black Mesa, and after dark, watch the sky to see why it's a high-demand destination among stargazers and astronomers.
Oregon | Smith Rock State Park might make you double check your map – but yes, there's high desert in Oregon. The jagged rocky peaks here are a climber's paradise, but they're also just as beautiful to those who like to keep two feet on the ground.
Pennsylvania | Leonard Harrison State Park's Pine Creek Gorge has been nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania."
Rhode Island | Beavertail State Park's crown jewel is the Beavertail Lighthouse, built in 1749 near the entrance of Narragansett Bay.
South Carolina | Set at the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains is South Carolina's Table Rock State Park. Here, you'll find Pinnacle Mountain, the tallest peak within the state.
South Dakota | Custer State Park boasts spectacular Black Hills scenery – a draw in its own right. But visitors also have the opportunity to see enormous herds of bison, which make an unforgettable sight as they spread across the grasslands.
Tennessee | The 20,000-acre Fall Creek Falls State Park on the Cane Creek Gorge is popular for its distinctive rock formations and picturesque waterfalls, like the 256-foot Fall Creek Falls.
Texas | Palo Duro Canyon State Park, close to the historic town of Amarillo, is the ideal place to see the second largest canyon in the country, Palo Duro. Adventurous types can zipline or horseback ride, but everyone should take the opportunity to see the arresting "Lighthouse" rock formation.
Utah | Goblin Valley State Park is famous for its curiously shaped red-rock hoodoos, which make for a surreal landscape, but you'll also find ancient rock art created by Native Americans.
Vermont | Button Bay State Park is situated between New York's Adirondack Mountains and the Green Mountains in western Vermont.
Virginia | The curiously named Hungry Mother State Park comes from a legend about a mother and her child who wandered the area after their home on the New River was destroyed.
Washington | Cape Disappointment State Park overlooks the spot where the mighty Columbia River pours into the Pacific Ocean. Visitors can hike and bike, visit lighthouses or try to spot migrating gray whales.
West Virginia | One of the most photographed sites in West Virginia – and the most photo-worthy – is the Glade Creek Grist Mill in Babcock State Park.
Wisconsin | Amnicon Falls State Park, located in the northwestern part of the state, is perfect for anyone who loves the great north woods. Rivers, rapids and waterfalls run through pristine forest and under an historic and highly photogenic wooden covered bridge.
Wyoming | Sinks Canyon State Park features a truly unusual phenomenon: the Popo Agie river rushes into a cavern (the Sinks from which the park takes its name) and then reappears in the Rise, a pool about half a mile away. Tests have shown that it takes hours for the water to make that journey, but no one knows why it takes so long.


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Solve Picture Puzzles Solidly
Picture puzzles, no matter what variety you choose to solve, can be, well, puzzling. The following tips and ideas can take you well on your way to putting together a solid solving strategy that will help you solve picture puzzles every time:
Put together a solving routine. You don't need to play the same music and grab your coffee in the same cup each time you sit down to do a picture puzzle. Instead, map out the order of the steps you'll take to attack the puzzle. For example, if you're tackling a spot-the-changes puzzle, try going from left to right, starting at the top and working your way to the bottom. Or try working it by sections in an orderly fashion (A1, A2, and so on, or A1, B1, and so on). Remember that whatever solving routine works for you may not work for someone else. No matter what you choose, find a routine you can stick to.
Check for the obvious. Although it may sound rather apparent, glancing through the puzzle to look for obvious things that you may be missing can be a useful strategy when beginning to solve a puzzle or when you get stuck. Sometimes focusing on details makes overlooking the obvious easy.
Use a pattern. Regardless of the type of puzzle you're solving, using a pattern, a systematic approach to scouring each nook and cranny of the puzzle, keeps you focused and helps ensure that you don't go over the same spots repeatedly. Using some type of pattern should be part of your solving routine.
Keep track of your work. Keeping track of what you've done and where you are in the puzzle helps you find your place if you have to take a break. It also helps you avoid reviewing details you've already checked out.
Dig out the details. When you're looking at details, be as specific as possible. Don't think of grass as just grass; think of it as long, wispy, green-yellow, ornamental grass or yellowed, bare grass that needs some mowing.
Take a break if you're stuck on a puzzle. Especially if you've been solving for a while, you may just need a break. If so, take one, but don't quit!
Free your mind. Clear the clutter from your head before you solve a picture puzzle. Get your to-do lists in order, put whatever is bothering you aside, and then focus on that puzzle.
Maintain focus. Limit the intrusions you'll encounter by picking a good spot and time to solve your puzzles. Prepare for any interruptions that may distract you and try not to stop working on the puzzle until you can note where you've paused.


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2015 (Junior): Started a team-high 15 games as UNCG's Friday man in the weekend rotation … Named the preseason Southern Conference Pitcher of the Year … Earned Second Team All-SoCon recognition … Compiled a 7-6 record and a 4.06 earned run average … Recorded 94 strikeouts in 95.1 innings pitched and held opposing batters to a .235 average … Collected SoCon Pitcher of the Month accolades in March after going 4-0 with a 2.00 ERA and 30 strikeouts … Threw a complete game shutout against The Citadel (April 17) and fanned 10 batters before a national ESPN3 audience … Tallied a career-high 12 strikeouts against VMI (May 21) in the first round of the conference tournament … Recorded double-digit strikeouts four times in his 15 appearances … Produced seven quality starts … Tossed seven scoreless innings in UNCG's 17-2 series-opening victory over defending Southern Conference champion Western Carolina (March 20) … Pitched into the seventh inning 12 times during the season.
2014 (Sophomore): Served as UNCG's Friday starter in the weekend rotation and turned in a 3.64 earned run average over 14 appearances and 93 innings pitched … Started 13 contests … Was called upon for a relief appearance in the Spartans' season opener against Duke (Feb. 18) … Threw his first career complete game in the series opener against Western Carolina (April 4) … Picked up victories over Georgetown (Feb. 28), at Georgia Southern (April 11) and vs. Elon (April 25) … Tallied a career-high eight strikeouts in games against Princeton (March 15) and Western Carolina … Produced multiple strikeouts in all but one outing … Notched seven quality starts, including four straight from Feb. 28-March 12 … Did not give up an earned run in 13 innings pitched at Georgia Tech (Feb. 21) and against Georgetown … Eclipsed the 100-pitch plateau 11 times … Pitched into the seventh inning on nine occasions.
2013 (Freshman): Turned in a stellar rookie season for the Spartans, making 26 appearances and throwing 30.2 innings … amassed a 5-1 record while posting two saves … named to the Southern Conference All-Freshman Team … produced a 2.05 ERA – the lowest of any Spartan who hurled at least 30 innings … allowed just seven earned runs as opponents batted only .253 off of him … struck out 25 batters while walking only five … gave up just one earned run in his last nine outings and allowed only four extra-base hits the entire campaign … earned victories against UNC Asheville (Feb. 20), Georgia Southern (March 29), Appalachian State (April 13), Samford (May 4) and The Citadel (May 17) … helped the Spartans down No. 16 NC State (March 19) on the road, throwing an inning and a third with four strikeouts and no earned runs allowed … tallied multiple strikeouts on seven occasions … did not give up a home run the entire season … garnered saves at Davidson (April 20) and against The Citadel (May 18) in the Spartans' home and season finale … limited opponents to one earned run or less in all but one appearance.
High School: Starred for Johnson City Senior High School under head coach Dave Buchak and earned a spot on the varsity squad as an eighth grader ... tabbed a 2011 Perfect Game honorable mention All-America and a 2012 Northeast Region Second-Team selection … was named All-Southern Tier Athletic Conference (STAC) and set a school record as a sophomore with a.556 batting average while also recording an on base percentage of .600 ... helped lead his team to a STAC division title, despite missing time due to an ankle injury ... also produced the highest batting average for the Wildcats all five seasons of his prep career ... during his senior campaign, Clark paced Johnson City to a 15-6 record – including a 10-2 STAC mark ... the Wildcats advanced to the Section 4 finals after a 6-0 win over Oswego Free Academy.
Personal: Full name is Ryan A. Clark … Born Dec. 9, 1993 … Majoring in management and marketing.


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WATERTOWN, Mass. — Army defenseman Cheyne Rocha was the last player on the ice to reach teammate Josh Richards for a post-goal celebration in the second period Thursday night, one that put his team up 2-0 on Bentley.
If the last couple years have taught the Rye, N.H., native anything, it's patience.
Life is good these days for Rocha, who's captaining an improved Army team a year after a broken leg wiped out most of his junior season, and he watched the losses pile up from several rows above ice level.
"At times," he said, "I was sitting in the stands pulling my hair out.
Actually, most of his hair's been out for years.
Rocha will begin his military career after being assigned an Officer Basic Course after graduation, the start of a mandatory five-year commitment. He was scheduled to find out later Thursday to what branch he'd be assigned.
"Going to find out my branch tonight," he said afterward. "Then we find out our posts, where we're going to be going, in February. Lot of exciting things happening senior year."
In Rocha's case, looking ahead sure beats the alternative.
It was right at this time last year that his season came to an abrupt end. During a game against Brown that went into overtime, he collided with an opposing player in the neutral zone and immediately dropped to the ice.
"It was really a freak accident," said Rocha. "His knee came up, hit my leg and snapped my tibia in half. I knew it was bad."
His team struggled the rest of the way without him, winning just once in its next 14 times out, and finishing 4-23-7 overall and last in the Atlantic Hockey Association.
This year has erased some of that bad taste. He was voted team team's captain in the offseason and his team is 4-2-1 in Atlantic Hockey (4-6-1 overall, matching last year's win total) after Thursday night's hard-fought, 3-2 win over Bentley at the John A. Ryan Arena.
"Surprised? I wouldn't say that," said Rocha, about gaining the captaincy. "It's one of those things where I kind of knew the guys respected me, on and off the ice. I was thankful that after missing the season guys were viewing me the same way."
With Rocha, hockey's only one part of the package.
"Cheyne Rocha is everything that you hope your players will be in your program," said Army coach Brian Riley after the win. "There isn't a coach in the country that wouldn't like to have Cheyne Rocha on their team.
"Great leader. Great role model for the younger players. What he's done, in the classroom and on the ice, is really amazing."
An engineering management major, Rocha carries a grade-point average above 4.0, has been on the Dean's List all six semesters and was a finalist to be a Rhodes Scholar. He's also one of 20 student-athletes nationwide to be nominated for the Senior CLASS Award, which recognizes communication, classroom, character and competition.
"There's a lot more to Cheyne than just hockey," said Tim Pratt, who coached him for four years at St. Paul's School. "I think that shows through in the choice he made going to West Point."
Rocha is the first member of his family to embark on a military career, but West Point has proven to be an ideal fit for a player who attracted minimal Division I interest coming out of St. Paul's School and was hampered by injury in his one year playing juniors with the New Hampshire Jr. Monarchs.
Ironically, it was his defense partner at St. Paul's — Mike Daly — who had the Army family background, his father and brother both attending West Point. But Daly opted to play at Holy Cross, wrapping up his career in March.
"At first, it wasn't really on my radar or on my list," said Rocha. "I came on a visit and one thing Coach Riley said really stuck with me: 'Thirty years down the road, you're going to say this is where you went and it's going to be more than playing hockey.'"
A big, rangy skater at 6-foot-2, 175 pounds, Rocha is also versatile. His focus is more defense than offense (3-14-17 scoring totals in 90 career games), but he's a dependable, physical presence on the blueline.
He nearly picked up his second assist of the night on what would have been a third-period insurance goal but Zak Zaremba chipped his crossing pass wide of an empty net. But there was no question who was going to be anchoring the back end when the Falcons (6-6, 5-4 Atlantic Hockey) pulled their goalie with a little over a minute left and the Black Knights had to hold on.
"He blocks more shot than anybody on our team," said Riley. "So you know what? When we're in a situation where we're protecting a one-goal lead, he's gonna be out there for us."
It was a popular win in many parts of the Ryan Arena stands, which had at least a dozen Rocha supporters.
"My little brother goes to Babson, so he brought a lot of people," he said. "A lot of family for the local guys (on the team). My parents were here. It was good."
Rocha, Richards and the rest of the Black Knights are skating with heavy hearts this season. On Saturday, there will be a pregame ceremony back at Tate Rink honoring Maj. Tom Kennedy, the team's Officer Representative, who was killed in action in Afghanistan this summer, a death that hit the team hard.
"He would do anything for anyone and always put others first," said Richards, who grew up in Lee, N.H., and attended Phillips Exeter Academy. "He helped me make my summer schedule this past summer and was a great role model for all of us."
There are many ways Rocha is reminded daily that he's not attending a regular college.
His daily schedule, from a 6:20 a.m. wakeup, to a full slate of classes, to hockey practice at 3:30 p.m., to dinner with the team and often regimental meetings afterward, usually doesn't include any free time until well after 7 p.m.
While most Division I players use their summers to improve their skating, or strength and conditioning, Rocha's had a different agenda, going back to the summer before his first year at the Academy, when he was immersed in the cadet way of life during Beast Barracks.
He spent his second summer in the field and his third one overseeing his own squad of 12 fourth-classmen — "plebes" — in Beast. This past summer, he was at Fort Carson in Colorado.
While other seniors are looking at the job market, he'll find out in February where he'll be going for his Officer Basic Course, the last step before his military career begins.
There's hockey left to play, but Rocha knows there's other things beyond it, too.
"This place has set me up to do great things," he said, "whether a leader in the Army or something else. The things I'm learning here every day, being captain of the hockey team, it will set me up to be successful in whatever I go into."
Rye's Rocha finding his way on Army's ice
WATERTOWN, Mass. — Army defenseman Cheyne Rocha was the last player on the ice to reach teammate Josh Richards for a post-goal celebration in the second period Thursday night, one that put his team up 2-0 on Bentley.