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The award-winning news site of Cosumnes River College

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Ryan Lorenz

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor

Ryan Lorenz is the Sports Editor for the Connection newspaper. He joined the Connection because he wanted to learn how to write articles about sports and other interesting topics. His goal is to attend Sacramento State University and continue his path to get a bachelor’s degree in journalism. He enjoys sports and loves playing the guitar.

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Freshman third baseman Layla Towner teammates greet her after she hit a home run. The softball team beat FRC on Saturday in the first round of the playoffs with a final score of 8-0.

Hawks mercy rule Feather River College to move on in playoffs

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
May 10, 2023
Professor Lauren Wagner (Left) and Director Colleen Stymeist-Wood (Right) during the Q&A session on April 12. The documentary titled "Joe 238" aired on PBS KVIE and is available for viewing through the PBS app.

PBS airs alumna’s documentary

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
April 18, 2023
Freshman pitcher Anjalina Dahdouh pitching in the first game of the doubleheader on Tuesday. The Hawks final score of the first game was 10-0 and the final score of the second game was 11-3.

Hawks pitcher throws one-hitter against Modesto

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
April 7, 2023
The Hawks softball team set up the tarp to protect their field from the rain on March 29. Due to the rain, this has become a regular occurrence for all outdoor sports teams at CRC in order to keep it dry for game day.

Rainy weather causes outdoor sports to adjust

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
April 5, 2023
Head coach Jonathan James at the first playoff game of the 2023 men's basketball season. He has been nominated and accepted the position of president of the California Community College Men's Basketball Coach Association, which makes him the first African American president in the association's history.

Men’s basketball head coach makes history for California Community College Association

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
March 8, 2023
Sophomore guard Brandon Scott shooting a shot against Santa Rosa Junior College on Jan. 31. Scott ended the game with 36 minutes played, seven rebounds, 30 points and the game-winning shot.

Basketball guard’s desire for success lands him at CRC

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
February 26, 2023
The "Domestic Disturbance" concept album fundraiser occurred on Friday and involved Sacramento singer Carla Fleming. Fleming performed songs from her album, which carried strong themes revolving around domestic violence.

Sacramento artist performs album about domestic violence for musical fundraiser

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
February 23, 2023
CRC's Fire Technology Program demonstrates new virtual reality headsets to help train students in the Winn Center on Monday. The event allowed visitors to try on the headsets and see different scenarios that students will go through.

Fire Technology program receives new way to train students to fight fires

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
February 1, 2023
Los Rios Community College District Chancellor Brian King released a statement on Jan. 23 to students. The statement discussed the mass shooting on Jan 21. at a Lunar New Year celebration in Monterey Park, California.

Community shares emotions about recent shootings

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
January 26, 2023
The heavy rain has impacted how outdoor sports have been able to practice for the upcoming season. Softball and baseball players explain their experience practicing during the storms.

Hawks outdoor sports face adversity early due to heavy rain

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
January 18, 2023
Bills Safety Damar Hamlin suffered a cardiac arrest on Jan. 2 during the "Monday Night Football" matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals. Does the NFL need to do a better job of protecting their players?

NFL needs to put player safety over profit

Ryan Lorenz, Sports Editor
January 16, 2023
Ashley Gonzalez after her game against Lassen Community College. Gonzalez is co-captain and point guard for the CRC women's basketball team.

Women’s basketball guard moves states to continue her passion of basketball

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
December 13, 2022
Team captain and point guard Ashley Gonzalez in transition on Tuesday against Lassen Community College. Gonzalez finished the game with 29 points.

Women’s basketball team loses fourth consecutive game to Lassen Cougars

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
December 10, 2022
Remote classes and services were extended to Monday. CRC will resume on-ground operations Tuesday.

College president shares details about recent lockdown, reopening of campus

Joe Forrestdavis and Ryan Lorenz
November 28, 2022
Artist Mel Smothers' sculptures at the Wild Gods exhibition on Thursday. The sculptures are his recreation of classical sculptures on top of Brillo boxes.

Artists display different art forms discussing climate change

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
November 21, 2022
The Cosumnes River College campus was put on lockdown for two hours on Monday due to a threat of violence made by an individual against the campus. The campus is now clear and classes and campus services will be offered remotely for the rest of the day.

A threat of violence puts campus on lockdown

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
November 21, 2022
Freshman center Annie Garrison winning the tip-off to start the game against the College of Siskiyous. The game took place at 5 p.m. on Monday at Clark's Court on the CRC campus.

Women’s basketball team suffers first loss of the season by 37 points

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
November 18, 2022
CRC sophomore forward Isaac Sandoval attempted a head hit against American River College during their home game on Nov. 4. CRC lost to ARC with a final score of 2-1.

Men’s soccer team fail to comeback against American River College

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
November 7, 2022
Proposition 27 would allow mobile and online sports betting for adults 21 and older. The voting deadline is Nov. 8.

Students are split on measure to legalize online sports betting

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
November 7, 2022
The men's soccer team defeats Clovis Community College 4-2 on Tuesday. Cosumnes River College striker, Jordan Hongphackdy, takes a shot at the goal.

Men’s soccer team comes back in the second half to upset Clovis

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
October 29, 2022
The Rock the Boat event was held on Oct. 20 from 9 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. at the Winn Center to help educate students on how to vote. It was made possible by SLLC and partnered with MI CASA, APIDA HAWKS and LWV, as well as special guest speaker Armando Salud.

Rock the Boat event educates and encourages student voting

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
October 24, 2022
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed bill AB 2881 on Sept. 30 which would create a priority registration system for student parents at community colleges. Student parents at CRC will begin receiving priority registration as of Feb. 1 2023.

New bill impacts student parents at community colleges

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
October 17, 2022
Professor Rubina Gulati with Martez Albert, Jon Wilson, Logan Chase and Jonathan Ayestas.

Broadcast journalists share their experiences

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
October 11, 2022
The Women's volleyball team fall short to Santa Rosa College. The final score was 3-1.

Women’s volleyball team falls to Santa Rosa College 3-1

Ryan Lorenz, Staff Writer
October 1, 2022
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