Isaac Gomez, Author at The Reporter: The Student Newspaper at Miami Dade College

Dedicating The Season To Giovanna

March 3, 2015 Isaac Gomez 0 Comments Student Athletes, Lady Sharks, family

When Greta Longagnani found out her grandmother Giovanna Mavilla was in the final stages of pancreatic cancer, she flew to Italy to be by her side. “It was hard,” said Longagnani, who at the time was a softball player at Pensacola State College. “But family comes first and I’m… Read the rest at our website.

Men's Basketball Sports

Sharks Fighting For Spot At State Tournament

February 17, 2015 Isaac Gomez 0 Comments Southern Conference, Student Athletes, Sharks, state tournament

Confidence is key for any team heading down the stretch of the season. How is Miami Dade College’s men’s basketball team faring with just three regular season games remaining? “We are very confident,” said Sharks Head Basketball Coach, Stephen Cowherd. “We have put ourselves in position to accomplish all… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Softball

Dual-Threat Milena Calixto Leads Lady Sharks

February 3, 2015 Isaac Gomez 0 Comments

Pitcher Milena Calixto was a one-person wrecking ball for the Lady Sharks baseball team last year. The 5-foot-9 sophomore from Brazil, who was named the National Junior College Athletic Association Pitcher of the Year in 2014, while compiling an impressive 20-8 record and a sterling 1.05 ERA, also played… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Women's Basketball

Doby Stealing The Show For Lady Sharks

January 20, 2015 Isaac Gomez 0 Comments

For Lady Sharks sophomore point guard Ashante Doby, defense is a top priority. During an 84-68 victory against Broward College on Jan.7, Doby showed just how defensive minded she is, getting five of the teams 21 steals against the Lady Seahawks. “I love defense,” said Doby, a Royal Palm… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Women's Basketball

Lamar University Transfer Returns Home

November 25, 2014 Isaac Gomez

Kensha’Dra Smith is happy to be back home. After graduating from Palm Beach Central High School in West Palm Beach where she averaged 14 points per game, Smith accepted a scholarship to play at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. However, after one semester she became frustrated with the coaching… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Women's Basketball

Bowers Providing Vocal Leadership And Rebounding For Lady Sharks

November 11, 2014 Isaac Gomez

At a recent Miami Dade College women’s basketball team practice, one voice could be heard above all the others: freshman Rakena “Kiki” Bowers’. Bowers barked out instructions, clapped her hands, and yelled out “ball” or “watch the screen!” “I want to become a team leader,” Bowers, a psychology… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Volleyball

Galeano Helping Lady Sharks By Focusing On Small Details

October 8, 2014 Isaac Gomez

Sophomore Silvia Galeano is focusing on the small details on the volleyball court this season. She thinks eliminating distractions like chatting leads to winning. So far, so good. The Lady Sharks have jumped out to an 12-0 record this year including a 5-0 mark in Southern Conference play. Galeano… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Volleyball

The Lady Sharks Aim To Win A State Title

August 25, 2014 Isaac Gomez

Miami Dade College’s volleyball team fell short at the State Tournament in 2013, however, they are confident that the upcoming 2014-2015 season will be their year. The team was eliminated from states last year after losing the first two games during the tournament. Head Coach Origenes “Kiko” Benoit said… Read the rest at our website.

Sports Softball

Lady Sharks Named Co-Southern Conference Champions In Softball

June 17, 2014 Isaac Gomez

The Lady Sharks Softball team finished the season 29-16 and a 12-5 record in the Southern Conference. When the Co-Southern conference champions entered the playoffs, they faced familiar foes like Daytona State College. Miami Dade College faced the Falcons twice in the regular season, losing the first game 4-1… Read the rest at our website.

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