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Kalen Larson is an associate professor of theatre teaching courses focused in technical theatre production; backstage technology, lighting and sound technology, and production managment. His theatrical expertise is in; construction processes, management, scenic design, stage mechanics, rigging, automation, and metal working. Beyond the classroom he manages the Scene Shop and department productions as Technical Director. Prior to coming to Michigan Tech Kalen worked with various theatre and entertainment companies including PlayMakers Repertory Company (LORT) as Assistant Production Manager. Kalen also works with Studio LaPaglia, a museum fabrication company, as an exhibit technician, there he has developed, built, and installed various exhibits across the South Eastern United States. He is an active member of United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT). Kalen received his Master of Fine Arts Degree in Technical Production from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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The Aces
Had I written a preview of this sort last season, I could just copy and paste it here and it would be mostly accurate. Justin Verlander, C.C. Sabathia, Felix Hernandez, and David Price will continue to rule the league, and while their numbers will contain some small changes -- a dip in strikeout percentage here, an extra home run there, perhaps a BABIP-induced change to ERA -- the story for aces is largely written. There's always the risk of injury, of course; Sabathia may bear watching in this regard having undergone surgery to remove bone spurs in his pitching arm this offseason, but barring disaster, I should be able to reuse this paragraph in my 2014 preview.
We know all about the sure things, but there are a few pitchers teetering on the cusp of earning the "ace" title who hope to have repeat performances this season. Despite three top-10 Cy Young Award finishes, Jered Weaver of the Angels isn't always in the group picture with Verlander, Sabathia, Hernandez, and Price. He had the most wins in the AL last season (20), but on a performance level the season wasn't his best. He should be able to repeat the high win total with the support of a strong Angels offense, but he'll have to arrest a two-season decline in his strikeout rate to be worthy of those wins on a qualitative basis.
Perhaps the most exciting of the potential aces is Chris Sale of the White Sox. Last season, the 23-year-old lefthander surprised everyone by not only holding up to an increased workload, adding 121 innings over 2011, but emerging as the ace of the rotation. Striking out 25 percent of the batters he faced (fourth in the league) and finishing with a 3.05 ERA. Sale's performance was comparable to what the other aces accomplished last year, and he earned a vote of confidence from the organization in the form of five-year, $32.5 million contract extension. The critics are concerned about his endurance and awkward mechanics, but even if some regression is inevitable, as long as he's throwing an unhittable slider he'll continue to be a pitcher worth watching.
It's likely that Matt Harrison will continue to be overshadowed by Yu Darvish again next season, but given the way he's developed over the last two seasons, he should be just as exciting to watch. Despite flying under the radar, Harrison's 2012 performance was good enough to land him third on the rWAR list for pitchers. Harrison threw 213 innings with a 3.29 ERA and is good at forcing groundballs. While he may never rise to the level of Price or Verlander, much like Sale, should be interesting to see if a young pitcher can take another step forward.
The Rebounds
If I were John Lackey, I'd ask the folks at Fenway Park to play LL Cool J's "Mama Said Knock You Out" before every start this season. It doesn't have to be the whole song, they could just loop the part that says, "Don't call it a comeback, I've been here for years," and for Lackey that would be true. Lackey has yet to prove himself to the Boston faithful -- he was bad in 2010 and worse in 2011 before undergoing Tommy John surgery -- but it's still too soon to think the years of success he had in Anaheim are behind him. During his rehab, Lackey has worked hard on all aspects of his game. He's mentally stronger, 20-pounds lighter, and is inching closer to his pre-injury velocity. He may not be perfect, but at least he's trying. Then again, that's the sort of work ethic you'd hope to see from a pitcher that's earning more than the entire Astros roster this season.
It's easy to forget that Ricky Romero* was the Blue Jays' Opening Day starter last year. He pitched dreadfully and posted one the seasons highest walk rates (12.7 percent) and the highest ERA (5.77) among qualified AL starters. After a rough spring, he's been optioned to High-A Dunedin. The move makes sense -- unlike last season, when the Jays were scrounging for healthy arms, they now have R.A. Dickey, Mark Buehrle, and Josh Johnson -- but I had hoped that minor elbow surgery, plasma injections in both knees, and mechanical improvements would keep the lefty in the majors. The move is reminiscent of what the Jays did with Roy Halladay in 2000, when the future Cy Young winner lost his mechanics. Romero is older and lacks the same potential for greatness, but here's hoping being sent down works half as well for him as it did for Halladay.
*Romero could also ask the Blue Jays entertainment team to play "Mama Said Knock You Out", as well, considering his nickname is RR Cool Jay. I've never heard anyone really refer to him as that, but Baseball-Reference is gospel.
The Royals improved their rotation this offseason with the additions of James Shields and Wade Davis in the trade that sent Wil Myers, Jake Odorizzi, and a couple of less interesting prospects to Tampa. There was a period of time before that trade where acquiring Ervin Santana seemed like it might be their biggest move of the offseason, troubling given just how poorly Santana pitched last season. He gave up the most home runs in the league (39), his home run percentage as likewise the worst on the circuit, and his walk percentage was (by a small margin) the highest it's been since 2008 (ranking in the league's bottom 12). While Shields and Davis provide some stability, the Royals are hoping that Santana won't get hit as hard and as often as he did last year in Anaheim.
The Closers
It's hard to do a season preview for relief pitchers. Their specialized roles and pivotal performances are undoubtedly important to the game, but their performance levels (and sometimes the players themselves) bounce around like pinballs because of the volatility of bullpen arms. Yesterday's washed up good-for-nothing reliever is just a few solid innings away from becoming today's dominant closer. Conversely, today's best closer is just a few blown saves away from finding himself as an unsigned free agent -- just ask Jose Valverde, who led the league in saves in 2011 but has yet to sign with a team this offseason. Closers get all the attention, even if they're not necessarily because they are the most fascinating -- I'd rather watch Hector Santiago throw a screwball, Pat Neshek's submarine arm action -- but as long as teams continue to prop up closers as late-inning demigods, I have to write about them.
The Orioles think they have found a franchise closer in Jim Johnson, who led the league in saves last year with 51 in 54 chances. If he starts blowing saves like Kevin Gregg did in 2011 -- which he might since he's a reliever and things like last season's .252 BABIP are extra-vulnerable to swings of luck in small samples -- the Orioles still have Pedro Strop and Darren O'Day to man the late innings, both of whom could fill that role in a pitch. Of course, any pitcher, or position player for that matter could be a closer, so, if Buck Showalter wants to make Nolan Reimold his next closer before the season is over, that is within his rights.
The foregoing is, of course, a bit of hyperbolic satire on the mostly undeserved reverence with which closers are treated -- a case which the emergence of Johnson from the pile of nondescript middle relievers makes in boldface numbers.
I know two things for certain about Fernando Rodney: His crooked hat drives me mad, and he's a huge archery fan. But there's one thing I don't know for certain -- is he a dominant closer? Last season, Rodney pitched 74 innings, the second highest of his career, and his 0.60 ERA was certainly impressive. His WBC outings were also strong, and he's probably worth watching for his antics alone (no word if he'll keep a plantain holstered in his pants all season), but his 27 percent strikeout percentage isn't indicative of his career performance. More than likely, Rodney will continue to shoot his imaginary bow and arrow in the ninth inning, but it's plausible to think it might happen a little less often this season.
Offseason trade rumors can be exhausting. The Tigers have been rumored to be close to deals with nearly every closer in the league, but so far they haven't pulled the trigger. There's still time to flip starter Rick Porcello for an experienced closer, but if a trade doesn't happen, rookie Bruce Rondon will get the ninth-inning nod. Rondon's fastball velocity is excellent (97-100 mph), but his command, especially on his slider, could cause issues. He averaged 5.1 walks per nine innings in the minors, shooting up to 7.9 in Toledo. I've often described Rondon as possessing the heat of Joel Zumaya and the command of Rick Ankiel. While I can't promise you he'll be the closer forever since Jim Leyland will have him on an incredibly short leash this season, I can promise you will be entertained.
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Finally, no closers preview would be complete without mentioning Mariano Rivera, who will retire after this season. Rivera is special because he has consistently spit in the face of notions about closer volatility and unpredictably, turning in strong performances year after year. In his last season in pinstripes, Rivera will continue to confuse hitters with his cutter for the 19th season, and he'll add a few more saves to his record as the all-time saves leader... that is if the Yankees have enough offense and pitching for save opportunities to be in play.
Honorable Mentions
I feel like I'm at the end of my Oscars speech and I'm running out of time. The music is playing softly in the background, getting louder, and Woody Allen is trying to drag me off of the stage, but I still have a few more pitchers to mention:
- Sophomores: Jarrod Parker, Matt Moore, and Yu Darvish all return for their second seasons in the majors. All three are expected to settle into their rotation spots nicely, but there have been plenty of pitchers who showed a lot of promise only to turn into Brian Banninster. Also exciting for Darvish: the Rangers (and Kia) are setting up Kia Yuniverse, a section of the ballpark where dedicated Yu fans get t-shirts and K cards for all of his home starts.
- New Teams: R.A. Dickey, Mark Buehrle, Josh Johnson, Ryan Dempster, Tommy Hanson, James Shields, Joe Saunders, Jason Vargas, Wade Davis, Vance Worley Brett Myers will all be starting for different teams this year. It's always interesting to see how pitchers adapt to new ballparks, teammates, and leagues.
- From the Bullpen to the Rotation: Starter turned reliever Brett Myers will transition back to the rotation with the Cleveland Indians this season. The Astros used him in relief last season, as did the White Sox. Myers has improved his command and he's a good fit for the Indians, who could use an innings eater in an inexperienced rotation. Suddenly increasing a pitcher's workload always promotes concern (especially with younger arms), but in 2010 and 2011, Myers threw 223 and 216 innings respectively, so there's a good chance he's up for the challenge.
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How Solar Panels Work
The most basic definition of how solar panels work is that the sun strikes a certain material, it excites electrons and creates a current and voltage that can be used to power devices. Now let's delve a little deeper.
Silicon: Not Just for Computer Chips
First, silicon is taken from the earth. Silicon is one of the earth's most abundant elements. It's found in sand and rocks of all types. You've probably heard of 'Silicon Valley', the hotbed of technology research and investment in California. It is so called because silicon is used in computer chips.
Silicon is a semi-conductor. Think of copper, a conductor, as in copper wires. Now think of rubber, an insulator, such as the coating on a copper wire. Silicon falls somewhere in between and is therefore called a semi-conductor. This property is exploited in computer chips and solar panels to handle tiny reactions that generate electrical currents.
Just Add Boron and Phosphorous
But silicon by itself is not enough to create power from the sun. The silicon is grown into a very thin crystal-like wafer using pressure and heat. It is then coated with two different materials: boron and phosphorous. Boron is coated on the back contact, phosphorous on the front contact, with a gap in between the two layers. Boron, when combined with silicon, is a positive material, but it wants to be neutral. The only way it can get neutral is to gain an electron, which has a negative charge.
Now enter phosphorous. Phosphorous and silicon is a negatively charged material, meaning it has extra electrons. But it wants to be neutral too! And how can it do that? By getting rid of electrons of course! And how will it get rid of them? That's where the good old sun comes in.
A cross section of a solar panel showing the various layers.
A. Tempered Glass Cover Plate: The cover plate is used to protect the cells from the elements.
B. Anti-reflective coating: This prevent the rays from being reflected OUT of the cell.
C. Contact Grid: The electricity generated by the silicon needs to be able to flow to the terminals. To help with this a grid of wire is placed on top of the silicon so that the electricity can flow through the low resistance wire instead of the silicon. A grid must be used so that most of the silicon is left exposed to the light.
D. Silicon Layers: Silicon is a semiconductor material that is used to convert energy from the sun into electricity that can be used to power our homes. The silicon is the part of the solar cell that does the work. This silicon layer has a negative charge and is coated with phosphorous.
E. Same as the D layer, but this layer has a positive charge and is coated with boron.
F. Bottom Contact: This layer works the same as the contact grid that is placed above the silicon layers. It is used to help the electricity flow to the terminals.
Here Comes The Sun
When sunlight strikes the cell, it gets those electrons all excited. Just think of the electron as a kid in his mom's arms as they approach the park. He just can't wait to get away from mom and onto the swing set. The electrons leave the phosphorous and go toward the positive boron, creating an electrical pressure as they enter the gap. This pressure must be released, and is through the wiring in the cell. This creates the flow, or current, we talked about earlier.
The cells are coated with materials to ensure the sunlight is absorbed and not reflected. The silicon wafers are wired together and encased in tempered glass and aluminum to prevent weather damage. These are called panels, and are then wired together to form an array. And that is the basic building block reaction of a solar panel!
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There are several different types of solar panel kits that our customers are looking for. The most popular is the solar panel kit that includes the solar panel, charge controller, battery, and inverter so that you can get started using solar right away. We have solar panel kits that are completely plug and play and require no effort on your part, or we have kits that require a little bit of assembly that are less expensive. We also have solar panel kits that will allow you to build a solar panel from scratch. These kits includes solar cells, bus wire, and tabbing wire to build a solar panel.


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We are fortunate enough to live in a city that is faring much better than most towns of similar size. We have a lot going for us. We are a capital city with two great universities and a healthy job market. Business Week magazine recently named Baton Rouge as one of the best cities in the country to ride out the recession. Now, the mayor says you have an opportunity to vote on the future of our city. Next week, Baton Rouge voters will cast ballots on Mayor Holden's nearly one billion dollar bond issue.
Proponents say it will cost the average homeowner $8.25 a month for the next 30 years. The mayor says it will create thousands of new jobs, replace deteriorated infrastructure, and provide new facilities for the police and fire departments. The centerpiece, and perhaps most controversial part of the project, will be the $247 million dedicated to Audubon Alive. Audubon Nature Institute president and CEO Ron Forman calls it the next major museum in the United States.Opponents of the mayor's plan say it lumps too many projects together and question whether taxpayer dollars should be involved with projects like Audubon Alive. We encourage you to study the issue and make your own decision. We applaud the mayor for looking for ways to grow and safeguard our future. It's up to you to decide if it's the right plan at the right time. Please vote Nov. 4th.
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When you give back this week, you will be rewarded. Laura Thornquist shares today's "Insider Savings" tips.
Let's start with The Ladies Designer Brand Warehouse Spring Sale. The huge clothing sale features over 15,000 items from designers like Sharon Young, City Girl and lots more.
New this year is "Give Back Friends and Family Day." Any non-profit organization you support is invited to shop between 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and get 10 percent off. What I love most about the sale is the opportunity to stock up on everyday pieces like, jackets, pants, skirts and more from $20 to $60. This year, they have a lot of dresses.
And, it gives you a chance to also pick up extra accents to brighten up your wardrobe. You can find just about everything here at great prices.
If you don't attend the "Give Back Friends and Family Day," the sale starts Thursday and runs through Saturday at the corporate office at 10367 Brockwood Road in Dallas.
Ladies, it's best if you come alone, no men or children under 12 allowed.
Next, there is a chance to donate to the American Red Cross during National Dine Out Week. Simply stop by the American Red Cross donor center at One Medical Parkway in Farmers Branch and make a donation and you will then receive a $25 Restaurant.com gift card.
When you redeem the gift card on the Restaurant.com website, they will make an additional donation to the Red Cross. What's great about Restaurant.com is that they offer you a chance to eat out at your favorite restaurants at a huge discount.
There can be some exclusions, so be sure to read the fine print. National Dine Out week runs through April 29.
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Two condos in IOP's newest luxury oceanfront property. One has private stairs from our balcony to the private pool and Front Beach. The second condo is top floor penthouse. Enjoy the panoramic ocean views from the spacious balcony that has a large table and seating for ten. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, an open counter that seats four and dining room table for eight. Large spacious living room seats everyone with space to enjoy cable TV, DVDs, music and games. Master oceanfront bedroom has a king bed, walk-in closet, TV, DVD and large bathroom with Jacuzzi tub and shower. Second bedroom has a king bed, TV, DVD and a full bath. There are two different third bedroom features sleeping for four - first floor has two sets of bunk beds and adjoining full bath and the top floor third bedroom has a queen bed, one set of bunk beds and attached bath. Located in the heart of IOP, you can leave your car parked and enjoy a short walk to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Two assigned parking spaces. Same furniture both condos. WiFi, bedding and towels included.
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Spacious oceanfront king master suite has walk in closet with plenty of hangers and shelves, ceiling fan, TV, DVD/VHS and music. Sliding patio door provides access to balcony and beautiful view. Very large bathroom with Jacuzzi tub, shower plus two sinks in the vanity. Second bedroom features another king bed, TV, DVD/VHS, music, ceiling fan and attached full bathroom. Third bedroom has two sets of bunk beds, sleeps four and has full attached bathroom. All linens and bathroom towel provided. Bring you own beach towels. Laundry room has washer and dryer for your use.
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Beautiful, very well maintained luxury condo with beach theme. Fully equipped modern kitchen with dishes, glasses, silverware, pots, pans, toaster, blender, coffee maker (start up coffee provided) and dishwasher. Granite counter top extends to seat four at the breakfast bar. Dining room table seats eight comfortably. Laundry room with washer and dryer. High chair and port-a-crib provided. Spacious balcony is one of the highlights of this condo with large table and seating for ten. Stairs from your balcony allow easy access to the pool, BBQ and beach. Beach themed furniture in both condos. Grassy area next to the pool is great for playing ball or having a cookout on the propane grill and picnic tables. Gated property has two reserved parking spaces luggage carts to carry grocery/bags up to your room. Walk to a variety of restaurants, shopping, & entertainment. Locked storage unit filled with beach chairs & toys.
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Surveillance video of the group captures them in action. The bad behavior happened last week. Teens were seen throwing rocks at patrons on the patio at "Cocktails Bar" on 92nd and Detroit. Gay slurs were also heard coming from their mouths.
"That wasn't the first time down there," says an unidentified teen.
19 Action News talked to one teen familiar with the 13-year old who police arrested. He describes what he heard happened.
"They always go down there. They bang on the door. They knock on the door and they throw rocks, and I guess the gay people got tired of it."
"They said the f***ots got a gun and they all took off running," says Rick Scardino.
Rick Scardino pulled out his mace. He's fed up because the week before a patron outside the bar got beat up by a mob. It was serious enough for police to investigate it as a hate crime.
"We were outside just standing there and they were saying derogatory things as they passed."
We noticed cops patrolling the area Monday afternoon. City of Cleveland officials tell us they started beefing up patrols near Detroit and West 85th over the weekend, including tickets for kids being out past their curfew.
As for the latest rock throwing incident, the unidentified teen says he thinks the other teens are getting into trouble because they're bored.
"They just don't like gay people," says the unidentified teen.
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Victor Valdez '84, M.A. '94 51, lay ecclesial minister and long-time catechetical leader who achieved Master Catechist status last year, died on July 17, 2013. He had suffered for many years from the effects of recurring brain tumors.
Wendy Scherbart, Director of Catechetical Ministry for the Diocese of San Jose, said, "Over the 30 years I have known Victor, he has shown me how to put my trust in God. He lived with integrity and hope while carrying recurring health challenges.
"Victor chose to discern the will of God each day. He strived to do the will of God and now is fully united with God. I thank him for inspiring us with his courage and deep faith."
Scherbart said that Victor had just made his second trip to Lourdes in May with the Knights of Malta and that he was seeking peace. "He told me that the day he went to the baths he didn't want to hurry, but to be fully present to the experience.
"As he stepped through the waters, he felt sensations, the temperature, the placement of each foot, and he emerged feeling a deep peace," Scherbart said.
At Valdez's funeral Mass, July 24, at Santa Teresa Church, San Jose, Father Jose Antonio Rubio M.A. '95, STD '06 gave the homily, noting the Gospel reading, John 6: 37-40, "If anyone wishes to come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever wishes to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will save it."
Father Rubio said Victor "had recurring benign brain tumors and had 12 surgeries — some 13 hours — until they couldn't operate anymore. He had the tumors for more than half his life, but he did a lot in a life.
"Even as a boy Victor carried his cross. When he was born, an ear was partially developed and he endured a number of surgeries. When he was in grammar school, he was hit by a car, broke his hip and was in a cast for six months."
"Victor had a strong faith," Father Rubio said. "From his Mexican heritage he had great faith in Our Lady of Guadalupe, and he got strength from the writings and spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius Loyola. After he was diagnosed with the tumors, he dedicated his life to God, working for the Church. He always paid attention to how God was working in his life."
Valdez worked at St. John Vianney, St. Athanasius, St. Denis (Menlo Park) as Director of Religious Education, at the University of Santa Clara as a resident minister in the dorms and with the alumni association. He planned retreats, gave talks and workshops at faith formation conferences in San Francisco, Santa Clara and Ariz.
Father Rubio said, "Victor carried his cross behind Jesus, but he carried his cross like Jesus. The cross of Jesus changed the universe and lead to resurrection, his resurrection, Victor's resurrection, our resurrection.
"Victor saw life as a pilgrimage. He liked to travel and went to Lourdes twice, to Fatima, and to Madrid for World Youth Day in 2011. He had
been looking forward to WYD Brazil this year.
"When he returned from Madrid he wrote an article for The Valley Catholic recalling standing in rain all night and sleeping on cement. He quoted the very text that was tonight's Gospel reading, and he concluded: If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me."
Victor wrote, "I know the call of Jesus calls for total commitment requiring great sacrifice. What we experienced at World Youth Day was an opportunity to trust in the Lord who never abandons us. In an exhibit along a Madrid parkway, we saw life-size reproductions of the Stations of the Cross. It is through the cross that we are led to freedom."
"Free at last, Victor, free at last!" Father Rubio concluded.
Bobbi G. Hoover M.A. '84, Aug. 20, 2011. Hoover was born in 1932 and lived in Los Gatos.


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GEORGETOWN, Del. - Frank A. Weaber, age 91, of Georgetown passed away peacefully at Harrison Senior Living Center in Georgetown on January 9, 2013. Born in Philadelphia, PA on September 22, 1921 to the late Frank G. and Madelyn Prouty Weaber, he was a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Army Air Corps. He was married in February, 1966 to his beloved wife, with whom he spent the last 47 years, Roberta Yering Weaber, who survives him. He was a Truck Driver.
He is also survived by two sisters-in-law: Gail Yering; and Wenona Weaber. He is also survived by five nephews: Mark, Gary, Lee and Todd Weaber, and Ron Davis.
A Chapel Service will be
held at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Millsboro, DE on Monday,
January 14, 2013 at 2:00 PM. Mark and
Lee Weaber will officiate, with the conferring of Military Honors. The family would like to suggest in lieu of
flowers, contributions either to Calvary Baptist Church; 22860 S. Du Pont Hwy.,
Georgetown, DE 19947 or to the Delaware Hospice 100 Patriot Way; Milford, DE
19963. The family would particularly
like to acknowledge, and to express their gratitude to the staffs of both the
Harrison House, and Delaware Hospice.
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The medical name for diabetes, diabetes mellitus, comes words with Greek and Latin roots.
Diabetes comes from a Greek word that means to siphon . The most obvious sign of diabetes is excessive urination. Water passes through the body of a person with diabetes as if it were being siphoned from the mouth through the urinary system out of the body.
Mellitus comes from a Latin word that means sweet like honey. The urine of a person with diabetes contains extra sugar (glucose). In 1679, a physician tasted the urine of a person with diabetes and described it as sweet like honey.
Anyone can get diabetes. In fact, 14 million Americans have diabetes, including famous entertainers, athletes, and political leaders. Although they must carefully control their diet and medication, most people with diabetes lead full, active lives.
A History of Diabetes
Ebers Papyrus first describes diabetes
Susruta records diabetes symptoms and classifies types of diabetes. Charaka refines this work in 6AD.
Celsus develops a clinical description of diabetes
Aretaeus coins the term diabetes.
Langerhans describes clusters of cells (islets) in the pancreas.
von Mering and Minkowski observe that diabetes develops when an animal's pancreas is removed.
Banting and Best obtain and purify islets of Langerhans from an animal pancreas, inject the material (insulin) into a diabetic animal, and find a fall in blood sugar level.
Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas to regulate the amount of sugar in the blood. In persons with diabetes, the pancreas produces no insulin, too little insulin to control blood sugar, or defective insulin. To understand how this affects you, you need to understand more about how insulin works in your body.
Think of each of the billions of cells in your body as a tiny machine. Like all machines, cells need fuel. The foods you eat are made up of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, which are broken down to provide fuel for the cells. The main fuel used by the cells is called glucose, a simple sugar.
Glucose enters your cells through receptors. Receptors are sites on cells that accept insulin and allow glucose to enter. Once inside, glucose can be used as fuel. But glucose has difficulty entering your cells without insulin.
Think of insulin as the funnel that allows glucose (sugar) to pass through the receptors into your cells
Excess glucose is stored in the liver and muscles in a form called glycogen. Between meals, when your blood sugar is low and your cells need fuel, the liver glycogen is released to form glucose.
The pancreas is located in the abdomen, behind the stomach. It is attached to the small intestine and the spleen. Inside the pancreas are small clusters of cells called Islets of Langerhans. Within the islets are beta cells, which produce insulin.
In people who do not have diabetes, glucose in the blood stimulates production of insulin in the beta cells.
Beta cells "measure" blood glucose levels constantly and deliver the required amount of insulin to funnel glucose into cells.
They keep blood sugar in the normal range of 60 mg to 120 mg.
Also, when there is not enough insulin, excess glucose cannot be stored in the liver and muscle tissue. Instead, glucose accumulates in your blood.
This high concentration of glucose in the blood is called hyperglycemia or high blood sugar.
Everyone knows that eating sugar can put sugar into the blood. And every person with diabetes knows that one of the key parts of controlling blood sugar is paying attention to the diet (See Chapter 6).
But what many people do not know is that not all the sugar in the blood comes from sugar that we eat. Because sugar in the blood is so important to our bodies, we have a backup source of sugar to use when we are not eating. The main source is the liver. The liver is like a big factory that makes many of the things that we need to live. One of those things is blood sugar.
During the day, when we are eating, the liver puts some sugar into storage. (Doctors call this stored sugar "glycogen.") During the night when we are asleep and not eating, the liver puts that sugar into the blood. And if we skip breakfast, the liver may actually make new sugar for us to use. It makes this new sugar from proteins that are taken away from our muscles!
The sugar that comes from the liver (and to a smaller degree from our kidneys, too!) explains why persons with diabetes can have a high blood sugar even when they are not eating!
People with diabetes experience different symptoms. You may experience all, some, or none of the following:
When blood glucose rises above a certain level, it is removed from the body in urine. Picture the kidney as a dam: when there is too much glucose in the blood, the excess "spills" out. The maximum blood glucose level reached before sugar spills out is called the kidney threshold (usually about 180 mg/ml).
Some people with long-term diabetes or kidney disease can have a very high kidney threshold. Sugar will not " spill" into the urine until the blood sugar is very high.
Glucose cannot be passed out of the body alone. Sugar sucks up water so that it can "flow" from the body. The result is polyuria or excessive urination. People with excess glucose in their blood, as in uncontrolled diabetes, make frequent trips to the bathroom. These people also have sugar in their urine; the medical term for sugar in the urine is glycosuria.
Loss of water through urination triggers the brain to send a message of thirst. This results in a condition called polydipsia, or excessive thirst. This symptom is not always pronounced, however; you may notice nothing more than a dry mouth.
Excessive urination can result in dehydration, leading to dry skin.
Blurred vision can be caused by fluctuations in the amount of glucose and water in the lenses in your eyes during periods of dehydration.
When there is no insulin to funnel glucose into the body's cells, or when the insulin funnel is not working to pass glucose through the receptors, the cells get no fuel and they starve.
This triggers the brain to send a message of hunger, resulting in polyphagia or excessive hunger. Because the glucose that should be fueling your cells is flowing out in urine, the cells cannot produce energy, and without energy, you may feel weak or tired. Weight loss may occur in people whose bodies produce no insulin because without insulin, no fuel enters their cells.
Insulin also works to keep fuels inside the cells. When insulin is low, the body breaks down the fuels, and rapid weight loss results. The breakdown of fat cells forms fatty acids which pass through the liver to form ketones. Ketones are excreted in the urine. The medical term for ketones in the urine is ketonuria.
Numbness and tingling in feet and night leg cramps may result from nerve damage due to prolonged high glucose levels that cause changes in the nerves.
Almost all people with diabetes have one of two major types. About 10% have Type I or insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). Their bodies produce no insulin. When diagnosed, most people with Type I diabetes are under 40 and usually thin. Symptoms are often pronounced and come on suddenly. Because their bodies produce no insulin, people with Type I diabetes must obtain it through injection. If you've been diagnosed with Type I diabetes, you'll want to pay special attention to Chapter 3, which describes IDDM.
About 85% of persons with diabetes have Type II or non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). Their bodies produce some insulin, but it is not enough or it doesn't work properly to funnel glucose through the receptors into their cells. When diagnosed, most people with Type II diabetes are over 40 and usually are overweight. Symptoms are usually not pronounced and appear over a long period of time. Type II diabetes can sometimes be controlled with a carefully planned diet and exercise, but oral medications or insulin injections may be necessary. If you have Type II diabetes, you can find information about NIDDM in Chapter 4.
The following table highlights some of the differences between Type I and Type II diabetes.
People whose blood contains more glucose than normal, but less than occurs in diabetes, may be diagnosed with a condition called impaired glucose tolerance (IGT).
Some women experience a rise in their blood glucose level during pregnancy. These women have a condition called gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). Their blood glucose levels usually return to normal after their babies are born. Other types of diabetes may occur as a result of diseases of the pancreas or the endocrine (gland) system, genetic disorders, or exposure to chemical agents.
Two factors are especially important in the development of diabetes:
Heredity: If you have a parent, grandparent, brother, or sister, or even a cousin who has diabetes, you are more likely to develop diabetes yourself There is about a 5% risk of developing Type II diabetes if your mother, father, or sibling has diabetes. There is a higher risk (up to 50%) of developing Type II diabetes if your parent or siblings have Type II diabetes and you are overweight.
Obesity: Eighty percent of people with Type II diabetes are overweight when diagnosed. Diabetes symptoms disappear in many of these obese patients when they lose weight.
There are no easy cures for most cases of diabetes. Some persons with diabetes can be cured by a transplant of insulin producing cells, but there are significant risks associated with the surgery and with the immunosuppression-type drugs that need to be taken.
But even if diabetes cannot usually be cured, it can be controlled. Control of diabetes means balancing the amounts of glucose and insulin in your blood. To achieve this balance, your diabetes nurse educator or doctor will prescribe a regimen of diet, exercise, and possibly insulin injections or oral medications. Sticking to your regimen helps keep you healthy and greatly reduces your likelihood of developing diabetes complications.
People with diabetes are vulnerable to a variety of complications over time. Health-care providers all agree that strict control of blood sugar makes complications less likely. This was shown clearly by the Diabetes Control and Complications Trial. Control of blood sugar is the best way to minimize the risk of complications.
If you're feeling fine, you may wonder whether you really have to stick to your regimen. Remember that not everyone who has diabetes experiences the same or any symptoms, but even if you notice no symptoms, you still have diabetes and keeping your blood glucose in control is still important. High blood glucose is a toxic condition. Over time, it can result in damage to your blood vessels, kidney, eyes, and nerves. Although your body may adapt to a high glucose level, and you may feel fine, the closer your blood glucose level is to normal, the healthier your body will be.
Keep informed about diabetes. The more you know, the better you will be able to take care of yourself. By joining the organizations listed below, you gain access to a network that can provide the latest information on diabetes research and treatment.
Finally, you may want to consult some of the growing number of Online Resources for Persons with Diabetes. The list is expanding and frequently being updated.
This handbook probably won't answer all the questions you have about diabetes. In several chapters, you'll find references to other books you may want to look at for more information.
REMEMBER: The care of diabetes is a team effort involving you, your physician, and the diabetes education staff where you receive your medical care. This handbook cannot-and was not meant to-replace this team effort.
This handbook embodies the approach of the diabetes care team at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. Different diabetes care teams may approach some aspects of diabetes care in ways that differ from those in this handbook. While most teams are in close agreement regarding the GENERAL PRINCIPLES of diabetes care, they may differ in the DETAILS. There can be more that one "right" way to approach a specific issue in diabetes management.
Always remain in touch with your diabetes care team, and bring any questions you may have about the materials in this handbook to their attention!
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Police have arrested a Vernon man, who is accused of forcing an 11-year-old to perform a sex act on him.
Eliga Bray, 26, was charged with first-degree sex assault, second-degree unlawful restraint and risk of injury to a minor. He is being held on a $500,000 bond and is expected to be arraigned in Superior Court in Rockville Thursday.
Bray was also wanted in connection with alleged sexual assaults in Vernon and Enfield, police said.
Police said Bray was also arrested in Enfield on Nov. 9 and charged with fourth-degree sexual assault, disorderly conduct as well as two counts of risk of injury to child.
Bray was out on bond when he was subsequently arrested by the Vernon Police Department Wednesday.
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Go to any campground in the United States and Canada and you are likely to see a Jayco recreational vehicle in use. The widely popular Jayco recreational vehicle products are made in Middlebury by a company built and owned by the Bontrager family. And now, members of that family have committed to using income from their decades of success to help less fortunate people build success in their own lives.
The community learned Thursday that the Bontrager family has established the Lloyd and Bertha Bontrager Jayco Legacy Fund. The purpose of the fund is to put working capital in the hands of poor people trying to pull themselves up out of poverty in South and Central America and the Caribbean. There's no charity intended, no hand-out, just a simple movement of seed capital from those who have it to those who are willing to work hard and put it to good use to increase their prosperity. We like that idea.
In announcing the fund, Jayco Chairman Wilbur Bontrager said, "The success of our business work provides us with the opportunity of doing our part to help the less fortunate. Our aim with this ongoing funding is to bring dignity and joy to the working poor throughout the Americas by helping them grow sustainable, locally owned businesses and farms that are not dependent on charity for survival. The difference between poverty and prosperity often hinges on the success of small businesses."
That statement is a good summary of how America was built into a prosperous country. The formula of hard work, returning capital to the local community through employment and investment in new endeavors, and of not relying on a handout, is a proven recipe for success. The formula works here in Goshen and it will work in the poor neighborhoods in other countries. The Bontragers are certainly on the right track with their new project.
We are thankful that we have people like the Bontrager family in our community who are willing to use the fruits of their success to help others through constructive means. The "Legacy Fund" certainly promises to be just that — a legacy from today's successful RV entrepreneurs to tomorrow's small business owners across the Americas.


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Rollins Relief, A Three-Fold Narrative:
All disasters have three stories. The first is the storm itself: landfall, immediate destruction and devastation. The second is the aftermath: the statistics, the damage, and recovery. The final story is rebuilding.
Rollins Relief's most successful and ambitious relief opportunity is with the Katrina Relief Program. Hurricane Katrina had three stories. The storm washed away hundreds of thousands of homes displacing families across the nation, and one of the greatest cities in the United States was practically wiped out. Rollins Relief responded by teaming up with Habitat for Humanity. The first four recovery teams worked on gutting homes in St. Bernard Parish, located just several miles outside of Downtown New Orleans. The next five teams partnered on rebuilding in the upper and lower ninth wards. The third story of Katrina has yet to be written. Rollins Relief provides service learning by educating its students, offering life changing experiences, and self-fulfilling engagement in the greater community.
Rollins Relief…the Continued Story:
In January of 2011, Rollins Relief completed its' 10th journey to New Orleans in partnership, again, with Habitat for Humanity, rebuilding communities with locals and with each other, and by studying the disaster through film, text, and local engagement.
Rollins Relief is not limited to Katrina Relief. Its mission is to be active in the local community and have the ability to respond rapidly to disaster. In recent years, Rollins Relief has also responded to the aftermath of local tornados and international disasters, including the earthquake in Haiti and tsunami in Japan.
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Scramble over a couple of ledges to reach the base of the tan wall. Work up past three bolts on delicate holds to a black overhanging dihedral. Stances are a bit awkward here. Turn the bulge right of the bolt line while making the fourth clip. Run up to the second roof on easier ground and clip the last bolt. Take the roof head-on and fire up to jugs just below the anchor. Footwork is key! Rappel to descend.
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KUSA - Ever wonder what kind of training it takes to achieve some of the jumps snowboarders accomplish?
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Phil Tahmindjis is a former Winter Olympic athlete from Australia who has competed in three consecutive Olympics starting in 1988. He shared some training tips with 9NEWS.
"To become good at this you need hours on the half pipe," Tahmindjis said."[You need] hours and hours of hiking up and down, learning your tricks. A big part of this is also going out with your friends, challenging each other pushing your limits."
Many Olympic snowboarders also spend hours in the gym lifting weights.
One of the many snowboard events in the Winter Olympics that utilizes this training is snowboard cross, which is a competition where four boarders race down an inclined course. They go over a series of obstacles and the first boarder to the finish wins.
"This came from motocross racing: man against man person against person," Tahmindjis said. "They're racing through gates, down a course. A lot of these athletes have to study how to race lines like an alpine skier races down a slalom."
Snowboard cross, also called SBX became an Olympic sport in 2006.
Women's snowboard cross events are Feb. 16 and men's events are Feb. 17.


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MT. VERNON — There were no injuries in a two-vehicle accident in the 900 block of Broadway on Thursday. Gerald Grapperhaus of Mt. Vernon stands outside his vehicle while an employee of a local towing company prepares to tow off the wrecked vehicle. Grapperhaus was ticketed for disobeying a traffic control device after he turned in front of a Jeep operated by Michelle Winkler of Mt. Vernon.


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FOX 9 News has learned a police raid at a south Minneapolis home known for dealing small amounts of cocaine and marijuana may have yielded an arrest in the killing of a Cold Spring police officer.
The home has been raided by officers before, but police did not find any drugs during the Wednesday night search -- although, that may not be what they were after.
Police sources told FOX 9 News they were looking for a suspect in the killing of Officer Tom Decker, who was known to frequent that home. Those who live there confirmed they do have a relative with a Cold Spring connection, but haven't seen him for months.
The raid shows how the investigation is moving beyond Ryan Larson, the suspect police arrested shortly after the killing and later released due to lack of evidence.
One person was identified as a suspect -- but he has not been arrested or charged yet, and FOX 9 News will not identify that individual to avoid jeopardizing the ongoing investigation; however, police said he has a long rap sheet for violent crime.
Agents from the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension were on scene during the raid, which was conducted by the Minneapolis Police Department. When asked what role the raid may play in the investigation, the BCA declined to comment.
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The Roberts family and their staff have invited guests to share a week of western heritage and hospitality for over 42 years.
The Roberts family and WTR staff are recognized for their dedication to excellence and providing exceptional dude ranch vacations.
From spectacular riding or working cattle in the high-country to spa treatments and gourmet cuisine, WTR has something for every guest, whether seeking adventure or pure rest & relaxation.
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Extreme Winter Sport: Ski Joring
This weekend was the third annual Ski Joring event in Silverton, Colorado, a town known for some of the best snow in the world! Basically, Ski Joring is an extreme winter sport where a horse and rider pull a skier at a fast pace through a course that has gates, jumps and rings. The skier is timed through the course, and penalties are assessed by missing gates or jumps, and by missing or dropping any of the rings (two seconds each). The competitors race for cash prizes, and teams are made up by a random draw before the start. Basically, you'll see die-hard skijorers and their trusty steeds race and jump—right down snow-packed main street!
Skijoing has evolved into a sport that uses a horse and rider that pulls a skier down a snow-packed road over multiple jumps while retrieving rings in a timed competition. This event really took off in Colorado in the 1950's. Ski Joring events include multiple classes: the Open Class, for experienced competitive teams; the Sport Class, for beginners; and the Snowmobile Class, for inexperienced and younger teams who are looking to get into the sport.
The drive to Silverton was a beautiful one, a bit windy butt the views were amazing. Silverton is a National Historic Landmark, part of the San Juan Skyway, the summer destination for the Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train ride, a recreational paradise in Winter for snowmobiling, skiing, sledding, ice skating, ice climbing, and ice fishing. Secluded at 9,318 feet, a visit to Silverton is one that you will not forget any time of year. A perfect combination of supreme natural beauty and magnificent Victorian charm.
The sport of Ski Joring began several hundred years ago in Scandinavian countries as a way to travel during the long winters. Laplanders skied on Nordic skis holding the reins attached to reindeer. Ski Joring found its way to North America, where ranchers attached a long rope to the saddle horn of a horse that was ridden at high speeds down a long straight-away. Currently, the sport of equestrian Ski Joring has become a highly specialized competitive sport, where competitors must navigate a course of jumps, gates and sometimes spear rings. Competitive Ski Joring competitions are currently taking place in more than five states in the USA, and in several countries worldwide. In some parts of the world, skiers are pulled behind dogs, mules and snowmobiles. Whatever the means, the sport of Ski Soring is growing rapidly, and is just as much fun for spectators as it is for competitors. Courtesy of the North American Ski Joring Association.
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Just wanted to let you know what a great time we had at WTR. We are still going through withdrawal, missing our horses and all the wonderful people we met. There were so many things that we were impressed by: the beautiful location; the quality of your horses and what we learned about horseback riding; the great food and accommodations; the opportunity to meet other guests; and especially your staff, all so friendly and outgoing.
Ever since I was a little kid I've dreamed of being a cowboy and you guys made it possible. It's easy to see why everyone comes back year after year. Maybe one day I'll get one of those 10 year buckles, if not I'll have my ashes sent over and you can scatter them from Vista Grande!
Thank you for a wonderful week at WTR. We all had a ball! For the great riding, great all-day rides, gorgeous scenery, wonderful horses, wild tubing/wakeboarding, delicious food, delightful fellow guests, fun wranglers, great staff, invigorating yoga, relaxing fishing, comfortable cabins, great dance, adorable rodeo. We loved everything.
The extended Dunlap family have declared our week "the best vacation ever." Where else can 13 people of all ages do what they want in such a gorgeous setting?
I want to thank you deeply for setting up a wonderful week. The pace of each day, the options offered, the care with which you and your staff attend to even the smallest tasks, the flexibility, your unflappability, and your sincerity have combined to make Wilderness Trails Ranch a special place.
Our stay exceeded expectations. The kids were so polite, they outdid themselves. The cook—unbelievable! We can't wait to come back! Thanks Jan and Gene—you made us feel "at home."
This has been the best vacation ever! The staff does an excellent job! The meals, wranglers and overall experience was top notch! Thank you for everything!"
Thank you for your warm and genuine hospitality—from the comfortable accommodations and first class meals to fulfilling my dreams as a "City Slicker Cowboy." You have a terrific staff who are fun, professional, responsive, and attentive. You exceeded my expectations in every way.
I am quite sure there are many beautiful ranches in Colorado, but it would be difficult to find one with such a total package: Staff, food, horses, activities, and accommodations!
May 2009 - "This was the most enjoyable vacation I've ever had! The staff, accomodations, location and horses are top notch! Awesome adventure! Thank you for a wonderful week!"
We knew a good time was to be ours at WTR, but the final result was FAR beyond our expectations. You have set a very high standard for your staff and facilities. All 18 in our family came away with a renewed enthusiasm in our lives and an imprinting of an extremely fond memory.
"WTR is a gem! Outstanding in all areas! An exceptional experience in an exceptional place, led by exceptional people! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Something for everyone!
We were so impressed with your staff and how efficiently things were run. We said it ran like a "well-oiled machine," but that's not entirely true. A machine doesn't have heart and your staff had that in abundance.
Your staff is wonderful—polite, well-trained, efficient, and enjoyable to be around.
You have set the standard of excellence in how you want the ranch run; how you want your wranglers to handle the horses and to interact with the guests; how you want the children to be challenged; and how clean you keep the place from the cabins to the tack room to the property. I loved seeing the impact of WTR on newcomers and cherish my own moments. Until I drag my boots from the closet again to return to the ranch, I send you my best regards and thanks.
July 2009 - ""This has been a holiday of a lifetime and we have enjoyed every minute from the riding, the staff, the guest and the whole experience! The staff were great!!!"
Our children haven't stopped talking about their trip to the ranch and about "their horses." Phil says it was the best vacation he has ever had with the family and is ready to do it again next year! And that's saying a lot, considering he has bad allergies to just about anything with 4 legs, and I was the one who planned the vacation this year!
Saddle tramps children's program is excellent! My 7 year old is very happy and pleased!
I can honestly say your ranch is the best run, well organized and welcoming place I have ever been. In this day and time a place that is good, wholesome and supports family time is a rarity. I thank you all for the way the week at Wilderness Trails blessed our family.
My week at WTR was wonderful beyond my dreams!! Full of horses and great horsemanship, new friends, great food, spectacular scenery and most of all GREAT hospitality!! Thank you for sharing your world of horses and life in "God's Country."
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Opened as a museum since 1998, this Bank Mandiri museum depicts activities in a bank during Dutch colonial days and its development since. The interior architecture, furniture, ornaments, decorations and pictures have not been changed and are left in their position since its original construction in the 18th century.
Related Places
- The Sunda Kelapa Harbor
Sunda Kelapa is the port that has been active ever since the 12th century and was the beginning of the present metropolitan city of Jakarta. The Netherlands succeeded to colonize Batavia for three centuries. In 1970 the old name of Kalapa was again used and the name of port reverted to Sunda Kelapa. It is now the harbor for inter-island traditional boats.
- Gedung Candranaya
This is another heritage building formerly owned by a Chinese major called, Khouw Kim An during the periods 1910-1916 and 1927-1942. Built in the 19th century Candranaya is located at Jalan Gajah Mada no.188.
- National Archives Building
This elegant building at Jalan Gajah Mada used to be the 18th century residence of the Governor Generals of the VOC –the Dutch East India Company. Later it became the office of the Department of mining and then the National Archives or LandsArchief. In1992, the building was renovated and became a national heritage.
Today it is a Museum and can be used as venue for elegant events and exhibitions.


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Baseball Falls to No. 22 Florida, 12-3
FORT MYERS, Fla. – The FGCU baseball team played one of its biggest games in front of one of the biggest crowds in program history against No. 22 Florida on Tuesday night at Hammond Stadium. The Eagles played in front of 5,147 as they fell 12-3 to the Gators. With the win, Florida moves to 27-14 as the Eagles fall to 22-15.
The Eagles got off to a shaky start committing two errors and allowing a couple of walks in the first inning. Starting pitcher Craig Crumbly (Winter Haven, Fla.) was able to work out of the jam while only letting one run to score. The Gators added another run in the bottom of the second when Jonathan Pigott singled to center field to score his brother, Daniel.
In the bottom of the third inning Brad Roberts (Tampa, Fla.) recorded the first hit of the game for the Eagles when he singled to left field. After a Joe Guarnaccia (Davie, Fla.)walk, Josh Upchurch (Cape Coral. Fla.)sent a 2-1 pitch from Florida starter Jeff Barfield over the right field fence to give the Eagles a 3-2 lead.
The Gators were able to tie the game at 3-3 when Matt den Dekker crossed the plate after the Eagles were unable to turn a double play on a Matt Mooney groundball. The Gators put the game out of reach in the fifth inning when they put a six spot on the board. The inning was capped by a Preston Tucker three-run home run to right field.
Getting out hit by a margin of 18-5, and committing five errors became too steep a hill for the Eagles to climb as the Gators were able to tack on three more runs in the game.
Junior Billy Bullock got the win in relief for the Gators pitching three innings giving up just one hit while not allowing any runs. Bullock also struck out four in his three innings of work. Crumbly takes the lose for the Eagles after throwing 4.1 innings allowing eight hits and two earned runs.
Upchurch led the way offensively for the Eagles going 1-for-4 with three RBI's and a run scored. Derek Shaw (New Port Richey, Fla.) worked 2.1 innings in relief allowing only three hits while striking out three.
Buddy Munroe was 3-for-5 with three RBI's and two runs scored for the Gators.
The Eagles will be back in action tomorrow night as they travel to Miami to take on the 11th ranked Hurricanes. First pitch is set for 6 p.m. at the Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. The Eagles return home this Friday night as they begin a three game series with A-Sun foe USC-Upstate. First pitch is slated for 6 p.m.
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