Westwood, Ca- Ucla Legends Invitational day one has Bruins off to a fast start winning three event victories on Friday at Drake Stadium.
Senior Ida Storm opened the meet with a big victory in the women’s hammer throw. Storm unleashed the second best mark in the country with a season best of 213-6. Her throw was nearly a 12-foot improvement on the season.
Senior Alec Faldermeyer followed suit with a victory in the men’s hammer throw. The All-American cruised to the win with a mark of 204-10.
UCLA will close out the final day of the Legends of Track & Field Invitational on Saturday. Collegiate field events will begin at Noon while the action on the track will start at 2:05 p.m.
Cal State LA first baseman Paul Martinez Jr. on the tag after Chico State Tyler Madrid slides safe. Photos by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360
LOS ANGELES – Cal State L.A.’s baseball team saw its seven-game winning streak snapped Thursday night by Chico State in a tense opener to a four-game California Collegiate Athletic Association series.
The Golden Eagles got outstanding pitching from Greg Humbert and Mitchell Moore, but couldn’t produce enough late-inning heroics and fell to the Wildcats, 3-2, at Reeder Field. Cal State L.A. (19-10, 14-7 CCAA) committed a costly fourth-inning error and left eight runners on base, including six in the sixth, seventh and eighth innings.
Humbert pitched seven strong innings to give the Golden Eagles a chance. He allowed eight hits and three runs, but only two of them were earned. He walked one and struck out five in his longest outing of the season.
Moore entered the game in the eighth and was dynamic over the final two innings. He retired all six batters he faced, four of them by strikeout.
Kyle Peralta was 2-for-3 with one run scored and one RBI for Cal State L.A., while Jesus Cuevas was 2-for-3 with one run scored.
Danny Miller was 2-for-4 with two runs scored and one RBI. He had a pair of triple down the right-field line that were instrumental in the Chico State win. Dylan Garcia was 2-for-5.
Chico State Pitcher Luke Barker
Luke Barker went eight innings to get the win for Chico State. He allowed seven hits and only one earned run and was able to escape Cal State L.A. threats in the latter part of his start. Ryan O’Shea pitched a scoreless ninth inning for his fifth save of the season.
The Golden Eagles struck first in the second with an unearned run. Peralta doubled and scored with two outs when a ground ball from the bat of Paul Martinez was misplayed and then throw away.
Cal State L.A. helped Chico State get two runs in the fourth. An infield pop-up was dropped to start the inning and Miller cashed in the miscue with his first triple of the game. Sean Smith followed with a one-out single to score Miller and give Chico State a 2-1 lead.
Chico State made it 3-1 in the sixth. Miller tripled again and scored on a groundout by Clayton Gelfand.
The Golden Eagles didn’t score in the sixth after loading the bases with one out on a walk to Trent Zaks, a single by Rodrigo Martinez, a sacrifice bunt by Jesus Cuevas and an intentional walk to Peralta. The Golden Eagles didn’t score in the seventh inning, either, after Paul Martinez led off with a single.
Rodrigo Martinez (3B)
Greg Humbert (P)
David Trejo (2B)
Sean Smith (OF)
Luke Barker (P)
Jesus Cuevas (OF)
Cal State L.A. made it 3-2 in the eighth when Peralta doubled home Cuevas with one out. Jake Jelmini was hit by a pitch, but Barker retired the next two batters to escape further trouble.
The Golden Eagles got the tying run aboard in the ninth when Nick Osuna drew a one-out walk. Trent Zaks hit a bullet on a 3-2 pitch that seemed destined for left field, but Garcia dove to his left to make the play and began a game-ending double play.
Cal State L.A. will continue the four-game series with Chico State in a doubleheader at Reeder Field beginning at 1 p.m.
Game Recap Provided Courtesy of Cal State LA Athletics
“For great is Your love, higher than the heavens.”
Psalms 108:4
The love of the Lord is indescribable at times..
He takes the broken hearted, and mends every piece. He takes the rejected and abandoned, and showers His acceptance and favor upon them.
It never matters how far you’ve strayed, or how long you’ve strayed, God’s arms are always stretched out and ready to receive the weary soul.
It is funny how the human mind thinks. When we are hurt or intentionally mistreated, we seek revenge and justification. We will even go as far to try and hurt the one who has hurt us even more than what they did to us.
Not so with the Father. We disobey daily, and yet He says “Come, I forgive you and I love you.”
We walk away from assignments that we ‘feel’ we can’t handle, and He says “It’s ok, get back up and try again, I am with you.”
“Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.”
Colossians 3:2
Everything that we experience on earth is but for a moment.
All of our successes, and victories are but for a moment. The hurt, the disappointment, the tears, the loss, the suffering, the sickness… all of it is but for a moment in time.
Don’t get so attached to earthly possessions or experiences. Cherish them, rejoice for them, enjoy them, but don’t build a house there..rather pitch a tent.
All things on earth are temporary and subject to change. God gives us things to embrace and enjoy while we are here, occupying time until His return.
The friendships, relationships, our jobs, careers, and even our families will only be able to be shared on earth for a season…
That’s why it is so important to spend every moment ‘on purpose’! Tell those people that you care about how much they mean to you. Enjoy precious moments, and special moments, and take it all in…
One day, things will change, and when they do, you want to be in a place with God that says: ‘Thank you Lord for allowing me to have that experience…’ Now let Your will be done in Jesus’ name…
Los Angeles, Ca – The life of long distance runners on the track and field stage. At this year Trojan Invitational the 3000 meter Steeplechase was ran on Friday night before few family and friends. Running seven and half laps with a water pit and few more obstacles to jump. These hard nose competitors fought hard with little to none fan fair.
BYU 3000m Steeplechase Winner Jennica Reed
In the first race with five women competitors looking take the finish line first. BYU Senior Jennica Redd took control of the race earlier and finished with an impressive earlier season time of 10:31.12. Redd was a good 30 seconds faster than her time last year at Mt. Sac Relays. Coming in for a strong second place showing was the host Trojan Kira Soderstrom with a finishing time of 10:47.62 that is PR (Personal Record).
Women 3000 M Steeplechase
Reed, Jennica BYU 10:31.12
Soderstrom, Kira USC 10:47.62
Rohner, Bryn BYU 11:02.92
Martinez, Montana Hawaii 11:26.99
Tong, Jenna USC 11:38.05
Mens Winner James Tracy after his last obstacle charging to the finish.
The Men 3000 m steeplechase was like a long distance practice for BYU. All four runners for the race were all from BYU. All being teammates make you have to dig deep and find away to get your competitive juices flowing. BYU James Tracy had enough guts today a strong PR win 8:53.16 finishing twenty seconds ahead of the field. Tracy finished today beat his previous best from 2014 Stanford Invitational. Travis Fuller who was trying to push Tracy most of the race finished 9:13.12 time for second.
Men 3000M Steeplechase
James Tracy BYU 8:53.16
Travis Fuller BYU 9:13.12
Rory Linkletter BYU 9:15.95
Nicholas Plumb BYU 9:28.38
Saturday will be day two of the Trojan Invitational with a full slate of races with high school, collegiate, and few pros gearing up for what could be a great Track & Field season.
LMU Goalkeeper Jordan White on 1 of Her 9 Blocks / Saves in 8-9 defeat. All Photos by Jevone Moore / Full Image 360
Los Angeles, Ca-Golden Coast Conference rivals take it down to the last minute of play to declare a winner. The #17 San Diego State Aztecs (11-11, 4-0) take a close one over host #12 Loyola Marymount Lions (13-7, 0-1) with a controversial 9-8 victory. Just by luck both the goalkeepers had the same amount of saves as the score in reverse LMU Jordan White 9 saves, & SDSU Rachel Mitchell 8 saves.
Late in fourth period with 53 seconds left a game tied at 8-8 before defender Caitlin Schafer was called for a foul that was very suspect. Lions coach Kyle Witt pleaded his case to no avail. Just after that whistle junior utility player Taylor Gums takes a power shot for a goal and 9-8 edge. The Lions had few more shots at goal but were not successful.
Mackenzie Beck Poised About to Take Shot on Goal
The Lions chose to have their goalie the whole first half in the shade in of the pool, hoping the sun wouldn’t be much of a factor in the second half. The Aztecs helped their goalkeeper out in the second period not allowing only one shot on goal for the period. Mitchell really helped the Aztecs with five big saves only allowing two goals in first period. Senior utility player Mackenzie Beck played well and hard to keep her Lions in the game. Beck scored a goal in each of the first three periods to lead Lions in goals.
The Aztecs now have already won the fourth conference game after this, being led today by sophomore Caroline Israles with three goals to her point total. Today’s game was pretty physical with a total of 14 fouls calls. The refs may have been trying to control the game because these two teams are very familiar with each other, being that they last meet in GCC championship last year where the Lions won in overtime 8-7.
Kiana Etrata Watching Her 4th Period Goal Fly In
With less than ten games left for both teams if the Lions can do their part in their remaining 6 conferences games there could be a rematch at GCC in April. The Aztecs only have 2 conferences games left and look to be in the driver seat for post season play. Next up both teams will compete in Zumo LMU Invitational March 20th & 21st featuring Whittier, Princeton, Brown, Michigan, & Concordia.
“My brethren, count it all joy when trouble comes your way: knowing this, that the testing of your faith produces endurance.” James 1:2-3
What you are enduring right now is for your good! I know it doesn’t ‘feel’ good, but it’s going to work out for the good.
It is developing your spiritual muscles. It’s working patience in you for the journey.
Think of how far you’ve come. The things that used to get to you don’t get to you as much now. The things that used to worry you all night and stay on your mind all day seem to dissipate quicker now…
Now that you are spending time with God, you understand that when He allows something to come into your life, it is there on purpose, and that He has a plan for it.
You’ve even been able to help others understand it, because you’ve been through it.
Continue to give thanks and rejoice that once you come out of this, (just like He brought you out last time) you’re going to be even better, and that you are developing patience.
23rd Miles Marker at 30th Annual LA Marathon. All Photos by Full Image 360 / Jevone Moore
Los Angeles, Ca – On one of the hottest days in the Los Angeles Marathon 30 year history the Kenyans swept for men and women. With temperatures in mid 90’s for most of the race, Daniel Limo and Ogla Kimaiyo battled through to be victories in overall race. In the US only competition Jared Ward, Blake Russell take home USATF Marathon Championship. The ASICS LA Marathon is an annual running event held each spring in Los Angeles, California. The 26.219 mile (42.195 km) footrace, inspired by the success of the 1984 Summer Olympic Games, has been contested every year since 1986.
While there are no qualifying standards to be eligible to participate in the ASICS LA Marathon, runners wishing to receive an official time must successfully complete the course in 6.5 hours. To date there have been 481,487 official finishers. Los Angeles is a popular venue for novice marathoners, and on average 53 percent of the runners who make up the field are attempting a marathon for the first time.
The 53 percent of the field are the people like you, not professionals but love the thrill of running and experiencing that runners natural high. Being a Marathoner takes you to challenge your mindset to make sure your will is stronger than your body. There are so many different stories of how each runner made it to the course. Some lost a bet, a few were encouraged by friends, another group joined a training group like LA Leggers and trained last few months. But whatever their story is, they all have one goal to cross the finish line.
In this 30th edition of the Stadium to the Sea, we followed the game day triumph of three races. First racer 52 year old Peter Burnett hails from New York via Jamaica but now resides in Los Angeles. A school teacher / track coach in Compton School district by day and weekend warrior with over 20 marathon’s in his spare time. Burnett has been running for years with a group of guys Saturday mornings at 5am before the sun comes shining out. Then during the week more speed and power training on the well known Stocker hill in the Baldwin Hills area. Burnett was attacking this race at great pace averaging sub eight minute miles, at the 30K mark his project finish was estimated at 3:32:33. This is a race where anything can happen, Burnett began to feel sick and at the 22nd mile marker he had to be check by paramedics who said it wasn’t life threatening and it was his chose to go on and finish. His mind was stronger, willing his way to finish line with still a great time with break 4:06.
Racer May Hui all smiles at mile 23
Second racer 42 year old female May Hui, originally from Needles, Ca now loving Los Angeles as a matchmaker and founder of Catch Matchmaking : http://catchmatchmaking.com . This was Hui 2nd LA Marathon that she tackled both with a friend Olivia Bias. They both joined the LA Leggers who is a popular, highly respected training group out of Santa Monica, Ca. The race is a time to have fun and enjoy the thrill and high of conquering the 26.2 miles course. We caught up with Hui just after the 23rd mile maker where she spotted me taking pictures on the course, “Jevone! Great to see you.” I sent my words of encouragement of you are almost there. Now with the race finished, Hui said “I Finished! Not a P.R. but Finished in 5:10:29. Pace 11:51.” So those words tell us this won’t be her last marathon race, P.R. look out Hui will be back.
Father Mickey and Son Tee Barnes showing off Dads hardware.
Third Racer 47 year old Mickey Barnes of Santa Monica, Ca. This was Barnes 6th LA Marathon, he started to run them when course first changed to the new route. The route change has been a great for the racers and Owner Frank McCourt (former owner of Los Angeles Dodgers). We caught up with Barnes on Bundy Dr. switching out his race shoes to his more comfortable training shoes. The minute he put them on a smile came upon his face. This change was made possible by a phone call to his family and made a spot on the course route to have a meet and greet. Barnes son Tee raced from the Mom’s car parked who knows how far down the blocks. Tee had everything need a few aspirin, a cold vitamin water and Dad’s previous five medals around his neck. The Barnes hope is to have his son run by his side for the next one in 2016, where Tee will be of age to register. Who knows how many marathon the legacy will produce when it’s all said and done.
So will you be added to the 53 percent of first time marathoners next year Sunday February 14th, 2016?
BRPS Pat Tobin PR Excellence Awards All Photos below by Full Image 360 / Jevone Moore
LOS ANGELES, CA- The Black Public Relations Society of Los Angeles (BPRS-LA), in conjunction with CBS Entertainment Diversity, celebrated four senior communications executives who have made significant contributions to the PR industry at the 2ndAnnual Pat Tobin PR Excellence Awards. The event was held on March 12, 2015 at CBS Studios Center in Studio City, Calif.
Honorees included Roslyn Bibby-Madison, vice president of media relations for FX Networks; Cassandra Butcher, vice president of national publicity for Fox Searchlight Pictures; Rita Cooper Lee, senior vice president of communications for WGN America and Tribune Studios, and Kenneth R. Reynolds, president/CEO of boutique agency Public Relations+. The ceremony included celebrity presenter actor Rocky Carroll, filmmaker John Singleton, and invited guests.
Named for the late African American public relations pioneer and co-founder of the National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS), the Pat Tobin PR Excellence Awards recognize career achievements of professionals who continue her legacy through their tireless work and dedication to shaping a positive narrative for the global brands and clients they represent.
Honoree Roslyn Bibby-Madison with SVP of CBS Entertainment Diversity Tiffany Smith-Anoa’i
About Roslyn Bibby-Madison Roslyn Bibby-Madison is Vice President of Media Relations for FX Networks and FX Productions, overseeing all aspects of publicity for hit series such as “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” and American Horror Story,” organizing red carpet premiere events and assisting in the networks’ awards campaigns. She is also the lead publicist on the new FX miniseries franchise “American Crime Story” and its first installment: “The People v. O.J. Simpson.” In addition, she has served as co-lead publicist on “Justified” and assisted in the publicity campaigns for FX’s “The Americans,” “Archer,” “Tyrant” and “Louie” and FXX’s “You’re The Worst.” Bibby-Madison has been responsible for all aspects of planning and directing high-profile red carpet premiere events for FX Networks series since 2001. This role includes press outreach, red carpet planning and management, and accommodations for talent and special guests. She also plays an integral role in the promotion of FX Networks series for Emmy®, Golden Globe®and other awards, helping FX secure a basic cable record 45 Emmy Award nominations and 8 Emmy Awards in 2014, including four Emmys for “American Horror Story: Coven,” on which she served as lead publicist.
Honoree Cassandra Butcher with Filmmaker John Singleton
About Cassandra Butcher Cassandra Butcher is Vice president, National Publicity, at FOX Searchlight Pictures where she develops and implements comprehensive publicity and promotional plans encompassing integrated marketing initiatives designed to penetrate and grow targeted markets. She also communicates with media, talent reps and management, internal departments, and vendors to coordinate overall publicity and promotional effort in accordance with corporate goals. Her projects have included “The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,” “Calvary, Belle,” “The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,” “Beasts of the Southern Wild,” “Baggage Claim,” “Just Wright,” “Notorious,” “The Secret Life of Bees” and a host of others. Prior to joining Fox Searchlight, Butcher worked as a unit publicist for several years where she worked closely with several studios and filmmakers on projects like “Ray,” “Hustle & Flow,” “Something New,” “The Best Man,” “The Wood,” “Tyler Perry’s Diary of a Made Black Woman,” “Madea’s Family Reunion,” “Daddy’s Little Girls,” “Higher Learning,” and “Shaft.”
Honoree Rita Cooper Lee with her Boss Brannon Braga
About Rita Cooper Lee Rita Cooper Lee is Senior Vice President, Communications, WGN America and Tribune Studios, where she oversees press strategy, media relations and talent relations, as the cable network aggressively expands to become a destination for high-quality, original programming. In her role, Cooper Lee is leading the development and strategic implementation of publicity campaigns for the network’s breakout hit series “Salem,” critically acclaimed drama “Manhattan” and a slate of upcoming programming, including the Underground Railroad drama “Underground,” “Outsiders” and “Ten Commandments.” Prior to joining Tribune Media Company in 2013, she served as Vice President, Communications, Disney Channels, overseeing media relations campaigns for some of the most popular, globally recognized series and movies for kids and tweens, including “Phineas and Ferb,” “Teen Beach Movie” and Marvel properties. Previously, Cooper Lee was with Warner Bros. Entertainment for more than a decade, in roles of increasing responsibility, most recently as Director, Worldwide Public Relations, Warner Bros. Consumer Products, where she directed the global development and execution of public relations activities for multi-award-winning properties including “Harry Potter,” The Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park, and DC Comics’ Batman, Superman and Supergirl.
Honoree Kenneth R. Reynolds’ with BPRS-LA President Shawn Turner & Actor Rocky Carroll
About Kenneth R. Reynolds Kenneth R. Reynolds’ PR and marketing legacy includes a list of contemporary artists and icons spanning nearly 30 years; Aretha Franklin, Cheryl Lynn, Roy Ayers, Taj Mahal, Donna Summer, Barry White, Kool and the Gang, Cameo, Stephanie Mills, Dionne Warwick, Gladys Knight, and many others. Reynolds created the initial marketing plan that launched the career of pop diva Whitney Houston. He teamed with the popular group, LaBelle (Sarah Dash, Nona Hendryx and Patti LaBelle) over the years and when they returned to the studio after more than three decades to record the “Back to Now” CD, Reynolds served as one of the executive producers. Kenneth’s Entertainment company, PUBLIC RELATIONS+, has expanded to include production work with the Lang Lang Foundation, Co-Producer for the Black AIDS Institute’s “Heroes in the Struggle,” Event Director, 2015 AAFCA (African American Film Critics Association) Awards and work with Fitzgerald’s Casino & Hotel and the Giving Back Corporation. He worked alongside Tony nominated, composer/arranger/conductor Harold Wheeler on several projects: “Celebrate the Dance,” “The Jackson Family Honors,” “There Are No Children Here” and the one woman show “Come Into My Life Hattie Winston.” Reynolds is also the Co-Creator, and Producer of the Los Angeles based Faith Awards for Faith, Hope and Love Unlimited.
For information on the Black Public Relations Society of Los Angeles, visit www.bprsla.org
“There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.”
The law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made us free from the law of sin and death.
That does NOT mean that we are to live any kind of life that we want to causing the Grace of God to be cheapened.
There are many who say: ‘Oh now that Christ has paid for all of my sins past, present, and future, I can do my thing and He will forgive me!” That is deception from the enemy, and is a mockery of the cross!
For the believer in Christ, yes Jesus did die for all of the sins that we have committed, and for every one that we will commit. In contrast, that should not at all make is to believe that we have a license to live any kind of way. It should rather bring us to our knees, and to tears to see and experience this great sacrifice and great love!
It should cause us to DESIRE to live for Him even more, and give of ourselves freely to others!
What an amazing gift of love, that He would give to you and I…
