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LBCC officially eliminated from state championship contention in 24-3 loss vs Golden West

Zack Siedel
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LBCC officially eliminated from state championship contention in 24-3 loss vs Golden West

Quarterback Will Madonna’s two interceptions and three fumbles proved costly with the Vikings suffering a 24-3 loss to Golden West.

The only time LBCC led the game was when kicker Ethan Smithlin kicked a 25-yard field goal midway through the first quarter to give the Vikings an early 3-0 lead.

Unfortunately for LBCC, those were their only points of the game as Golden West’s defense was stifling.

LBCC’s offensive line wasn’t helping to solve the turnover crisis as Madonna was sacked four times during the game.

Quarterback Will Madonna chases the ball after a fumble, but loses possession. LBCC loses to Golden West College 24-3 on Oct. 28. (Ian Salazar)

Madonna had a rough game all around, only completing 16-32 passes for 99 yards. 

“I thought Will looked a little confused here and there and a couple of the turnovers were rough,”  LBCC head coach Brett Peabody stated about Madonna’s performance.

On the bright side, LBCC’s defense held Golden West to their second lowest point total of the year.

A stand-out moment from LBCC’s defense that had a great chance to get them back in the swing of things was when defensive back Isaiah Del Toro intercepted Golden West quarterback Braden Siri midway through the fourth quarter.

“The interception felt good, but we were down so we knew we needed a lot more to do,” Del Toro stated.

That interception unfortunately led to Golden West getting revenge as defensive back Noel Vallejo picked off Madonna just two plays after Del Toro’s interception.

The interception by Vallejo ultimately led to Golden West putting a dagger in this game.

Golden West’s drive started off with backup quarterback Luther Richesson running for a 24-yard gain.

That run was capped off by a two-yard touchdown run by offensive lineman Josiah Laban, who slotted in as a fullback on this play to give Golden West a 24-3 with 50 seconds left to go in the game.

The Vikings’ loss results in officially eliminating them from state championship contention.

With this loss, LBCC’s main focus now is to qualify for a bowl game.

“We’ve got the number three team in the state coming into our house next week. It’s gonna be a massive challenge, Mt. SAC is very very good and then we end on the season on the road at Citrus, who right now is five and two. We’ve got a lot of work to do to even make it to a bowl game,” Peabody said. 

LBCC’s next game will be against Mt. SAC on Nov. 4, as this is a must-win game to help their chances to secure a bowl game.

Returning alumni battle it out with women’s water polo team 

Izzy Juarez
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Returning alumni battle it out with women’s water polo team 

Women’s water polo honors LBCC’s 2003 State Championship team in the inaugural alumni game filled with laughs and with a splash of competition on Saturday.

Before the start of the game, LBCC’s current players were seen gathering around dancing to the music playing, warming up and enjoying each other’s company.

“Hopefully we win, I hate to lose. I’m looking forward to the W. I know this game is for fun, but my competitive nature is in high gear,” said alumni Chayma Hlanadis who played for LBCC during last year’s team and has since transferred to Whittier College where she continues playing water polo.

Freshman Elizabeth Jung attempts to block a shot from alumni Chayma Hlanadis before it reaches LBCC goalie Avery Reyes. LBCC women’s water polo team won in an alumni game in honor of 2003 LBCC champions on Saturday at the LAC campus pool, 9-4. (Izzy Juarez)

Within the first two minutes of the first quarter LBCC played a game of teamwork helping assist freshman attacker Olivia Slavens with the goal.  

Alumni player, Hlanadis followed up with a goal of her own, tying up the score in the first quarter.

Leading into the second quarter, the alumni team scored again within the first 52 seconds.  

The LBCC team then kicks things into overdrive. Slavens, with the help from her teammates scored three goals within the span of three minutes. 

Sophomore Danielle Sgontz faces against alumni in search for an open teammate. LBCC women’s water polo team won in an alumni game in honor of 2003 LBCC champions on Saturday at the LAC campus pool, 9-4. (Izzy Juarez)

With the alumni down 4-2 at halftime, there was hope that they could come back.  

The current Vikings team scored an additional three goals from Kaylee Vanasopha, Katie Juarez all in the third quarter.

In the final quarter, the alumni answered back inching themselves closer to LBCC’s lead with two goals. However it was not close enough as LBCC’s current team was up by five. 

With a final score of LBCC 9 and the alumni 4, both sides were all smiles and cheering each other on in unisync.

Freshman Gabby Gillott blocks a shot from the alumni team. LBCC women’s water polo team won in an alumni game in honor of 2003 LBCC champions on Saturday at the LAC campus pool, 9-4. (Izzy Juarez)

“I just wanted to see if I could still play. I didn’t play a lot, but what I did play was fun,” alumni player Julia Smith who played with the school in 2009.

After the game, women’s water polo coach Chris Oeding talked  about the tradition of the alumni vs LBCC game each year.

“It’s all about shared experiences. Both teams get to connect the old and the new,” Odeing said. 

“It’s been 20 years since they earned that championship, so today was a great way to honor that team and their accomplishments.”

Photo Gallery: Liberal Arts Campus throws Halloween costume party

Matthew Gregory
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Photo Gallery: Liberal Arts Campus throws Halloween costume party

Students wore costumes to attend class at Long Beach City College on Halloween day. These portraits are some of the costumes that roamed the LAC campus on Tuesday.

  • Joey Smith dresses as Sydney, a character from the show, “The Bear” on FX. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Joey Smith dresses as Sydney, a character from the show, “The Bear” on FX. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Kayla and Andrew Stonnington dress as Jasmine and Aladdin. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Cathlynne Deposario and Anthony Periera dress as a character from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • “Lex” Alexis Crowder gets into the Halloween spirit with a gory look. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Student dresses as Shrek for Halloween at LAC campus on Oct. 31. Katrina Millan woke up at 3 a.m. to get dressed as her version of Shrek. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Keeyon Cayton wields a lightsaber while dressed as a jedi. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • From Left: Laura Rantala, Jennifer Lares and Susan Fintland dress up characters from Strawberry Shortcake. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Student dresses as Shrek for Halloween at LAC campus on Oct. 31. Katrina Millan woke up at 3 a.m. to get dressed as her version of Shrek. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Cody Clement wears a costume that makes them look as though they are riding a chicken. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Cody Clement wears a costume that makes them look as though they are riding a chicken. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Shauntia Washington dresses up as a baby. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Shauntia Washington dresses up as a baby. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Keeyon Cayton wields a lightsaber while dressed as a jedi. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Keeyon Cayton wields a lightsaber while dressed as a jedi. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Mark Ramirez dresses as a character from the X-men. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Otniel Serrano dresses as a girafe. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Otniel Serrano dresses as a girafe. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Vidal Vargas dresses as Ray Misterio straddling another wrestler. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Vidal Vargas dresses as Ray Misterio straddling another wrestler. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Taylor Racero and Angelo Paragas dress as nerds. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Taylor Racero and Angelo Paragas dress as nerds. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Taylor Racero and Angelo Paragas dress as nerds. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Taylor Racero and Angelo Paragas dress as nerds. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Taylor Racero and Angelo Paragas dress as nerds. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Staff from the LAC welcome center dress up as minions from Despicable Me. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Staff from the LAC welcome center dress up as minions from Despicable Me. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • From Left: Laura Rantala, Jennifer Lares and Susan Fintland dress up as characters from Strawberry Shortcake. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • From Left: Laura Rantala, Jennifer Lares and Susan Fintland dress up as characters from Strawberry Shortcake. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • From left to right: Laura Rantala, Jennifer Lares and Susan Fintland dressed up as characters from Strawberry Shortcake. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Roberto Lopez dresses as zenitsu agatsuma from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Roberto Lopez dresses as zenitsu agatsuma from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Roberto Lopez dresses as zenitsu agatsuma from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Alexis Butler dresses as a maid. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Students dress up as characters from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Students dress up as characters from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)
  • Student dresses up as a character from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica) Download Permission
  • Student dresses as a character from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica) Download Permission
  • Cathlynne Deposario dresses as a character from a popular anime. Students dressed up for Halloween and had their portrait taken at LAC campus on Oct. 31. (Lolita Mojica)

Liberal Arts Campus throws Halloween costume party

Michelle Cardenas
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Liberal Arts Campus throws Halloween costume party

The freaks come out at night normally, but everyone there at Long Beach City College Liberal Arts campus was every type of ghost, goblin and cartoon character you can think of was in attendance.

Festivities started roughly at 11:30 am with multiple stations of food and beverages tents scattered throughout the E Quad.

Underneath the tents placed at the center of the quad there were tables and chairs to get away from the heat.

Outside on the grass nearing the quad there were theme park basketball games, giant size connect four as well as a DJ spinning some of yesterdays and today’s popular hits. 

At center stage there was a 360 degree camera for those in attendance to take their picture in their costume.

Faculty and students alike participated in a costume contest.

Attendees at the Ghostly Gala enjoy playing outdoor games provided at the event, including an oversized Connect 4. (Ryenne Jolliff)

The top three student costumes were the Porta Potty, Chainsaw Handman and what seemed to be student favorite Baby Shrek. 

Each department of the faculty was supposed to wear a costume from which they chose a specific theme.

“Our department decided on a Rainbow Brite theme and each of us were assigned a color, hence the green dinosaur(dressed as a green dinosaur),” said Student Equity faculty member, Eric Becerra.

“In comparison to Halloween parties we’ve held in the past. Last year’s party was on a smaller scale than this years.”

Students who chose to participate in the costume contest lined up one by one behind the center stage.

“I’m a 90’s baby and I grew up watching WWF, ” said LBCC Media Producer, Brad Crihfield , dressed as the late wrestling superstar Macho Man Randy Savage 

“I didn’t attend last year, but I am having a good time seeing everyone else’s costumes, ” said sophomore AJ Langley who was dressed as Count Dracula and participated in the student costume contest.  

Overall the spirit of Halloween was  alive on campus.  Everyone from Aladdin and Princess Jasmine, Maleficent, Super Mario, the Carebears, Frankenstein’s Bride, Nemo, Sexy Shrek and many more costumes that deserve an honorable mention.

Way to keep the “spirits” alive on all Hallow’s Eve.

Pacific Coast Campus Hosts Spooktacular Halloween Carnival

Michelle Cardenas
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Pacific Coast Campus Hosts Spooktacular Halloween Carnival

Long Beach City College’s Pacific Coast Campus came alive with some spooky festivities on October 27th as the college hosted a modest Halloween Carnival.

Drawing a small crowd of community members, LBCC students, and staff the event offered many seasonal thrills such as spooky games, a movie screening of Casper the Friendly Ghost, and candy to be passed out and community camaraderie.

Several different clubs at LBCC held a booth open for the participants to enjoy. The booths had simple carnival games, candy and small prizes.

A few clubs that were in attendance included the French Club, the International Student Club, LAC’s The Order of Tong-one of LBCC’s longest running social club as well as Tong’s Little Sister and more.

At the booth hosted by the International Student Club, participants could take pictures with a white and black striped backdrop, hold a mugshot placard, and play a ball pong game.

“We’re here to bring games and fun for the kids and students who are here tonight” Nathalia Miyamura, the President of the International Student Club stated.

Other club members voiced their excitement to be outside representing their club and providing games and fun for their friends and just to be enjoying the company of friends from school as well as the other club members and attendees.

At the French Club booth participants could choose between a spin the wheel and get a prize game, or a corn hole game. 

“A lot of our members have kids too,” club member Monica Munoz said. Which is why the club started to participate in the Halloween Carnival.

Another member of the French Club, Kelly Coleman came to the carnival representing the club dressed as the historical french icon Marie Antoinette and came to show her support.

Kelly Coleman dressed as Marie Antoinette represents the French Club at Long Beach City Colleges Pacific Coast Campus on Friday, Oct. 27. (Marty Triplett)

 “I’m a first time student this semester, I’m just excited to be a part of it” Kelly Coleman stated. 

Several of the young kids from the area at the event were in awe of Kellys costume and took pictures with her.

People of all ages wore costumes to show their Halloween spirit, and as dusk settled more people came to enjoy popcorn and watch the Halloween classic, Casper the Friendly Ghost.

Women’s volleyball dominates over Los Angeles City College with three-set victory

Izzy Juarez
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Women’s volleyball dominates over Los Angeles City College with three-set victory

The Long Beach City women’s volleyball team came out strong and dominated Los Angeles City College winning all three sets of the game.

The first period started off with the outsider hitter, Jordyn Hollins, coming through with the powerful strikes, making it difficult for the opponent team to strike back.

“We knew we had to take care of business and I knew I needed to come out stronger and better and have that winning mindset regardless of who we are going up against,” said Hollins.

Jordyn Hollins pushes the ball past a defender and takes the point. The Vikings defeated LA City College 3-0 on Wednesday, Oct. 25. (Ian Salazar)

Middle blockers were very focused at the net for their defense and blocked many hits that were coming their way.

The set reflected the Vikings dominance with the score ending at 25-8.

Set two also started with a fast start with many blocks coming from LBCC.

Left back outside hitter Brandi Ramirez highlighted the set with her consistent serves throughout most of this period, forcing the opponents to attempt to receive the serve.

Opposite hitter Marie Rai and middle hitter Ryannah Gagau became a powerful pair throughout the game. 

Ryannah Gagau and Jordyn Hollins go up for the big block to win the point for the Vikings. The Vikings defeated LA City College 3-0 on Wednesday, Oct. 25. (Ian Salazar)

Another successful set, with the scoreboard ending with 25-10, only needing one more set to take away the game.

During the third period, switching of positions happened with the libero of the team, Kaylani Moncada, becoming hitter.

She came out and showcased her skills, amping up herself and her teammates energy throughout the set.

Kaylani Moncada goes up for hit and smashes a hard kill. The Vikings defeated LA City College 3-0 on Wednesday, Oct. 25. (Ian Salazar)

“Yeah it was cool, it was fun. My first time as a hitter in college. I was nervous at first, but the girls really hyped me up and kept my energy going,” said Moncada.

With her strikes, the team’s consistent blocks and kills they ended the game winning with the score of  25-7 in the third set.

The Vikings next game will be against Pasadena Community College on Nov. 1. 

Viking News Broadcast: LBCC Rocket League vs. Sac State Gold

Damien Cortez
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LBCC Rocket League faces off against Sac State Gold in week 3 of the NECC regular season with commentary by Ian Salazar and Zuri Minor

Viking News Broadcast: LBCC Rocket League vs NMSU

Damien Cortez
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LBCC Rocket League plays New Mexico State University in Week 2 of the NECC (National Esports Collegiate Conference) regular season after competing in the CRL qualifiers with commentary by Ian Salazar and Zuri Minor.

Women’s volleyball dominates in overtime to secure 3-2 win vs Mt. SAC

Zack Siedel
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Women’s volleyball dominates in overtime to secure 3-2 win vs Mt. SAC

LBCC women’s volleyball scores the win against Mt. SAC 3-2 where two highly ranked teams put it all on the line and gave it everything they had.

This hard-fought victory helped LBCC gain a sole position as the number two team in the conference, with only Rio Hondo standing in their way.

“We had a lot of stuff going on off of the court, so being there for each other helped us have a lot of energy on the court and back each other up,” LBCC setter Enaya Vaielua on what emotions and mindset No. 16 Long Beach City College women’s volleyball secured the 3-2 victory over No. 14  rival Mt. San Antonio.

Vaielua gave this game everything she had as she accomplished a 15-kill, 15-assist, and 16-dig triple-double.

LBCC setter Enaya Vaielua goes up in preparation to spike the ball towards Mt. SAC to try and score a kill. LBCC defeats Mt. SAC 3-2 Wednesday, October 18, 2023 (Ian Salazar)

LBCC was outworked and picked apart by Mt. SAC in the first set, losing 25-13.

LBCC showed a lack of communication early on, but as the second set arrived, the communication was where it needed to be.

The Vikings blocked a few of Mt. SAC’s kill attempts which helped give them the lead. Middle blocker Mikayla Curry’s block in the middle of the set made the score 13-21.

LBCC middle blocker Mikayla Curry (left) and and another teammate attempting to block a dink by Mt. Sac middle blocker Leia Campbell. LBCC defeats Mt. SAC 3-2 Wednesday, October 18, 2023 (Ian Salazar)

Mt. SAC ended up playing spoiler as they came back as the set went on, taking a 23-22 lead as the set was nearing a close.

After a timeout, LBCC head coach Tyler Jackson gave a pep talk that aided LBCC to take over and win the set 27-25. An incredible block by middle blocker Ryannah Gagau capped off the set.

LBCC started hot once again as the third set got underway, securing a 13-9 lead spearheaded by a couple of hard-hit aces by defensive specialist Carmelina Infante.

LBCC defensive specialist Carmelina Infante attempting to get the ball over Mt. SAC middle blocker Leia Campbell (left) and setter Capri Salmon (right). LBCC defeats Mt. Sac 3-2 Wednesday, October 18, 2023 (Ian Salazar)

LBCC still kept control as they held a 17-13 lead, but just like the last set, they couldn’t maintain a firm grasp on the lead.

Mt. SAC scored seven straight points to make it 20-17 in their favor and then took a 24-21 lead, needing one more point to secure the set victory.

LBCC came back and scored three straight points to tie it up at 24 and ended up completing the comeback and securing the set victory as Ryannah Gagau came in the clutch once again with a kill followed by a Mt. SAC mishap to give the Vikings a 28-26 set win.

“Once the sets started going by, I started to get a feel for it. The adrenaline through my body was rushing, so I knew I had to step up and do my job,” Gagau said.

Mt. SAC dominated the fourth set the entire way to send the game into the fifth set.

The fifth set was all in the hands of LBCC, securing a 15-10 win and a 3-2 match win as they swept their rival in the season series.

LBCC high-fiving each other as they celebrate their victory. LBCC defeats Mt. SAC 3-2 Wednesday, October 18, 2023 (Ian Salazar)

“For the second round of the conference, we’ve been starting pretty slow in a bunch of our matches. We started slow in the first set and then we were able to climb up in the second and third set. It’s been kind of something that they’ve been doing consistently when we’re starting slow and then we’re able to fight back. So I always have confidence in my team that we’re able to come up with the win at the end,” head coach Tyler Jackson stated after the game.

LBCC looks to keep their three game winning streak going with a total of five games left in conference before heading into regionals.

Pueyo’s 5-goal, 6-assist game leads to LBCC’s 26-15 win vs El Camino

Izzy Juarez
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Pueyo’s 5-goal, 6-assist game leads to LBCC’s 26-15 win vs El Camino

The Vikings hot start poured into the rest of the game leading to the 26-15 victory against El Camino.

LBCC fired away early as they scored in the first 24 seconds of the game.

El Camino came right back and scored, but it was a game of catch-up that they had to play for the rest of the game.

LBCC had El Camino’s number the whole game, especially in the first period of play, as LBCC’s Sandro Pueyo accounted for four out of the five goals en route to a 9-2 score as the period came to an end.

Pueyo had a monster day all around, scoring five goals and accumulating six assists to help his team win.

Long Beach City College goalkeeper Blake Boarders attempting to block a shot. Long Beach City College defeated El Camino 26-15 on Oct. 18. (Brianna Apodaca)

“We need to work harder, more on defense than offense I think, but we need to work harder as a team to win something this year,” Pueyo said.

Pueyo analysis was spot on as LBCC gave up a season-high 15 points in the matchup.

El Camino woke up in the second period by scoring five, but even with the improved scoring, LBCC put up another eight points to widen the gap as the second period went on.

El Camino ended up outscoring LBCC in the third period with six goals to LBCC’s three, but LBCC still held a big lead with the score being 20-12 as the period came to an end.

LBCC outscored El Camino 6-3 with those six goals being scored consecutively before the game ended. 

LBCC secured the win with a final score of 26-15.

This was an above-average game regarding points on the board, as LBCC set a new season-high in points scored.

Long Beach City College mens water polo goal keeper Blake Borders tossing the ball during the game. Long Beach City College defeated El Camino 26-15 on Oct. 18. (Brianna Apodaca)

Although the points scored for LBCC were impressive, coaches and players alike agreed that the defense could use major work and improvements, as head coach Djoko Radunovic emphasized as he spoke about his thoughts on the game.

“We wanted to press up and secure the defense first and then push the counter-attack from there. We didn’t do a very good job of pressing the ball so they were able to get more shots than what we wanted to allow,” Radunovic said.

LBCC looks to improve their defense, but keep scoring at a high rate as they finish out the year with five games remaining on the schedule.

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