Profile Lede Marc Liberatore

Marc Liberatore was the head coach for the Norton boys basketball team. He lead the boys to a 10-10 season, and was the focal point of a very successful season. He has always presented himself with class and dignity throughout each and every game. Lib would always keep an upbeat attitude no matter how badly the team was losing, or no matter how badly they were playing.
He would constantly say after key wins, "gotta come back to work tomorrow" which showed his relentlessness and desire to get the most out of his players. His motivation is also an admirable trait. Lib never truly gives up on his players. His traits provide the players with comfortability with the right amount of seriousness as well. 

Mr. Liberatore knows the game very well, has a backround in the game, and has certain traits that give him the edge over many other coaches. He is all business, but knows when to have fun. Lib keeps a respectable, classy approach to the game. Referees know him as the coach that will always argue politely, and with class. Marc Liberatore is a highly respected coach that should get recognition for his achievements and performance as a head coach. 

Season preview (final project)

The Norton High boys basketball team is looking to continue their success in the upcoming 2014-2015 season. Last season the boys went 10-10 while knocking off 19-0 Ashland in their last game of the season. The team had so many achievements throughout the season. They also had many strong points during the season.

Height was definitely a strong point with James Loring at 6" 6' and Paul Schleicher at 6" 4'. They would grab countless rebounds, and losing these two captains will certainly hurt the team. Although, younger talent has proven themselves in Bret Murphy and Jason O'neil. These guards definitely provided a jump in the starting lineup as juniors. There will be a need for younger talent, considering only 2 starters are returning to the team for their senior year. Talent in the guard positions will most likely drive this young inexperienced team to a variety of achievable goals. 

The team looks to keep the tradition alive next season by making the MIAA state tournament. The past 7 years have been immensely successful by making the tournament every year. Giving seniors that extra game or few games makes the season worthwhile in the end. It provides a sense of accomplishment, and the team looks to do that again in the 2014-2015 season. Sure should be a great season for Mr. Lib and the Lancers.

Color purple

African Americans and women were treated far differently in the 1920's apposed to the 21st century. African Americans were discriminated against, and were thought of as lesser people. Women were often abused by their husbands, and lived very scared lives. The Color Purple portrayed these values throughout the novel. 

African Americans were normally segregated against even decades after Martin Luther King's successes in the civil rights movement. White people had black servants, and were still thought to have less capabilities than white people. The African American men had worse jobs, and couldn't make enough money to support a family. They often had poor living conditions as well. The 21st century is very equal in regard to race. Black people are not given a lesser chance to succeed like in the 1920's. All of the characters in The Color Purple live in gross conditions, struggle financially, and are discriminated against. Sofia and her big incident in the center of town was an example of this discrimination. African Americans were not treated equally in that time period.

Women in the 1920's were treated very badly in their houses. They were often abused, and married very abusive husbands. This was normal for a woman in that time era, and they were basically just housewives. Not many women had jobs, and did not speak up for themselves. Nettie said, "Harpo ast his daddy why he beat me. Mr.______ say, Cause she my wife. Plus, she stubborn." (Walker 22). Men showed their dominance by beating women, and often raping them as well. They did not really care about their wives' well being. Celie announced, "He start to choke me, saying You better shut up and git used to it." (Walker 1). Women were treated poorly by their husbands, and ultimately lived in fear. 

Both of these groups of people had a rough existence in the 1920's. African Americans were used as servants, and still were looking for racial equality. Women were in a constant state of fear, trying to stay away from their abusive husbands. As time progressed, these attitudes towards black people and women changed greatly. Therefore, the book accurately depicted the racism, and sexism in the 1920's. 

A League of their Own (womens sports)

I feel like there aren't as many women oriented sports solely because they just aren't physically capable. I believe basketball is popular, but soccer is the most popular sport in the world. Women have the luxury of playing because of the popularity. These teams could survive because of how popular the sport is.