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Crime Tips for Seniors- Stay Safe!

By: Carl Ringwall
Part1:

Everyone is responsible for fighting crime, not just the police. You can put into place common sense steps like locking doors, joining in a neighborhood watch, traveling with a friend - all can help prevent crimes to seniors. Often seniors do fear crime more than other citizens, but they actually are less likely to be a victim.

The following tips help you reduce your risk of being a crime victim. These common-sense actions also empower you by building confidence in your ability to protect yourself and be independent:

Your Neighbors - Your First Line of Defense

-Work out a buddy system with a neighbor. Check on each other every day.

-Let neighbors know when you go on a trip so they can watch out for your house or apartment. Return the favor when they go away.

-Join a neighborhood watch group or help organize one.

When You Are Home:

-Lock your doors and windows! Get good locks and use them. Exterior doors-deadbolt lock. Sliding doors-special lock or broom handle in door track. Windows- good lock or pins for all accessible windows.

-Light up your property! Make sure all porches, en­trances, and yard are well-lighted. Put timers on your lights for when you come home after dark.

-Use a wide-angle peephole (installed at your height) to identify people who come to the front door.

-Get an alarm that you can put across your driveway to alert you when someone drives in.

-Ask all service and sales people for identification before you let them into your home. You can always call someone's employer for verification.

-Be sensible about keys. Don't put an address tag on your key ring, and don't hide an extra key under a door­mat or flower pot.

-Hang up immediately on harassing or obscene phone calls. If the caller persists, call police and the phone company.

-For an extra measure of protection: Don't keep large amounts of cash at home.

-Use Direct Deposit for Social Security or pension checks.

-Call 911 if you need the police, fire, or paramedics.

-Mark valuable property like televisions, VCRs, cameras with an Operation Identification number.

If you suspect a burglar has broken into your home, don't go in. Go to a neighbors and call the 911.

When You Are Out:

-Stay alert and tuned into your surroundings. Don't daydream.

-Go out with a friend whenever possible.

-When you walk- look relaxed and confident.

-Trust your instincts. If something makes you feel unsafe - leave.

-Try carrying a small change purse with only the money or credit cards that you need, instead of a large hand­bag with straps. Keep your wallet in an inside jacket or front pants pocket.

-Don't burden yourself with packages, and don't wear shoes or clothing that restrict your movements.

-Walk on well-lighted, busy streets. Stay away from vacant lots, alleys, or construction sites.

 -Avoid displaying large amounts of cash or other tempting targets, such as expensive jewelry.

-If someone grabs your purse or pack­ages, try to keep your balance, get away, and shout for help.

-Carry pepper spray to protect yourself.

When waiting for the bus, only choose well-lighted stops.

-Don't fall asleep. Stay alert!

-Watch who gets on or off the bus with you. If you get scared or feel unsafe, go to a place where there are others or sit beside the driver.

When Driving Your Car:

-Always lock your car doors. Never leave keys in the ignition when you leave the car, even for a few minutes.

-When you drive, keep the doors locked and windows up. Park in well-lighted, busy areas.

-Always know how to get where you are going before you leave.

-Don't leave packages or other tempt­ing articles in view in a locked car. Lock them in the trunk.

-Never, never pick up hitchhikers.

-If you have car problems, be espe­cially wary of strangers who offer help. Stay in the car and ask them to call a service truck and the police.

-Keep your gas tank at least half full at all times.

Don't Be Fooled by Con Men:

Con artists prey on older people who worry about insurance, investments, and maintaining their homes. Regardless of how nice and polite someone may seem, be suspicious of any proposal that sounds too good to be true, has to be kept secret, or requires immediate cash. Call the Better Business Bureau or the police. Be especially wary of:

-"Get rich quick" opportunities or schemes for which you have to put up good-faith money.

-Bargains on home repairs or improve­ments;

-Investments that promise unusually high returns;

-Someone claiming you owe money for an item ordered by a deceased relative;

-Work-at-home schemes, door-to-door sales, telephone sales, supplemental health insurance, miracle cures, glasses and hearing aids at bargain prices from unknown sources, unfamiliar charities.

Here are some facts about security and seniors:

Compared to other age groups, people 65 and over have the lowest rates for most types of crime, with a few exceptions such as purse snatching.

Everyone fears violent crime, but those types of crimes are the least likely to happen.

Most murders and assaults are committed by relatives or friends, not by strangers.

Statistics aside, when older people are victimized-even by a minor crime- effects can be physically, emotionally, and financially devastating.

If you are the victim of a crime, help is just a phone call away. Call 911 to report all crime, no matter how minor or embarrassing. They can link you up with victim service agencies, the district attorney's office, and other agencies whose staff are there to help you.

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Big Train College Round-Up 4/5

Big Train College Round-Up 4/5

Brenden Kalfus (BT '11) had an incredible week of small ball out at St. Mary's (CA). Kalfus, pictured above, was 9 for 14 with a run and four runs batted in this week for the Gaels. He even stole three bases after reaching base in the majority of his plate appearances. On the east coast, it was a very eventful week for the Big Train players at UNC-Wilmington. Michael Bass (BT '11-'12) extended a few streaks this week (3/10, 2BB, 4R, 2B, SB) but will have to put them on hold. Bass is currently holding a 24-game hit streak and a 30-game on base streak but sustained a minor ankle injury that has caused him to miss the last few games. The Big Train hope that he's back on the field soon. Luckily for the Seahawks, Drew Farber (BT '10-'11) was there to help them along. Farber reached base seven times including a triple, double, walk, and hit by pitch. He also scored four times and batted in two. Ricky Holden (BT '12) also helped the team out from the mound (5IP, 0ER, 3H, BB, 4K). Other notable pitching performances: Jimmy Reed (BT '10 / Maryland) - 8IP, ER, 5H, BB, 4K... Joe Mantiply (BT '10 / Virginia Tech) - 6.2IP, W, ER, 6H, 3BB, HBP, 7K... Hugh Adams (BT '06-'12 / Florida Atlantic) - 3IP, 3SV, 0ER, H, BB, 2K... Michael Boyle (BT '13 / Radford) - 5IP, W, 2ER, 2H, 3BB, 2HBP, 5K... Ryan Doran (BT '12 / San Diego St.) - 5IP, W, 2ER, 10H, 2BB, 2K... Mike Kent (BT '10-'12 / Clemson) - 5IP, 2ER, 9H, K. Other notable hitting performances: Adam Barry (BT '11-'12 / High Point) - 7/12, 2R, 3RBI, HR, 2B, SB... Hunter Renfroe (BT '11-'12 / Mississippi St.) - 8/16, 3BB, 3R, 2B... Tyler York (BT '13 / Tallahassee CC) - 4/9, 4BB, 5RBI, SB... Michael Miedzianowski (BT '12-'13 / High Point) - 4/7, 2R, 2RBI, 2 3B... Mitch Morales (BT '12 / Florida Atlantic) - 5/12, BB, 3R, 3RBI, 2B...Brendan Hendriks (BT '12 / San Francisco) - 5/12, HBP, 2R, 2RBI...Tim Quiery (BT '11 / San Jose St.) - 5/11, 2R, RBI... Brennan Middleton (BT '10-'12 / Tulane) - 5/13, HBP, 2R.

Four Big Train Alums on Major League Rosters!

For the first time, the Big Train will be represented by (at least) four MLB players this summer!   1) Brian Dozier (BT '06) is expected to be the starting second baseman for the Minnesota Twins. 2) John Maine (BT '00) is the long reliever in the bullpen for the Miami Marlins. 3) Michael McKenry (BT '04) is the backup catcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates. 4) Cody Allen (BT '08, '10) is in the bullpen for the Cleveland Indians.   Keep a lookout for Mike Costanzo (BT '03 / Washington Nationals) and Carlos Gutierrez (BT '05 / Minnesota Twins) who may be in the MLB soon! To check out our all-time roster, click here!

Cal Visits Povich Field! Big Train beat Orioles 12-1!

Cal Ripken Visits Povich Field

Saturday's game against the Youse's Orioles came with a special treat for Povich Field attendees. Oriole Hall-of-Famer Cal Ripken Jr. was in attendance to watch his son, Ryan, play against the Big Train. Cal also brought Lynda Carter and her husband, Robert Altman, to the game with him. Carter is best known for her portrayal as the DC Comics superhero Wonder Woman on television throughout the 1970's. Her husband, Robert Altman, is the current chairman and CEO of ZeniMax Media, the parent company of Bethesda Softworks LLC, a nationally renowned video game company.   After the game, hundreds of fans stayed at Povich for their chance to meet Cal. He was happy to oblige, but not before meeting with the Big Train's star player and center fielder Hunter Renfroe (Mississippi State).  Cal with Zach Randolph (left) and Hunter Renfroe (right).

Big Train Bats Continue to Produce as Big Train Trounce Orioles 12-1

The ball leaving Renfroe's bat (and Povich Field) on his first inning grand slam. Though the Big Train were not technically the home team on Saturday night, you would have had a lot of trouble figuring that out. The game was played at Povich Field and the Big Train played as if they were at home sweet home and demolished the Orioles by a score of 12-1.The Big Train got on the board early as Michael Bass (UNC-Wilmington) walked, Brendan Hendriks (San Francisco) reached on an error, andAdam Barry (Cal State Northridge) was hit by a pitch. That broughtHunter Renfroe (Mississippi State) to the plate to hit the Big Train's first grand slam of the season. The Orioles had it just as bad in the second inning. After Brennan Middleton (Tulane) was hit by a pitch and Bass walked again, Hendrikssingled to bring in a run. Then Barry singled and Renfroe walked leading to a bases-loaded single from Tucker Tobin (George Mason) to score another run. After an error by the right fielder brought home two more, the score stood at 8-0 after just two innings. While the big innings were over, the Big Train were not done scoring. Four more runs would go up on the board before the end of the game compared to just one from the Orioles. The biggest of those runs wasRenfore's second home run of the night. Ryan Doran (San Diego State) starred on the mound for the Big Train as he had a no-hitter through 4.1 innings with the score 11-0. He ended up getting the win after pitching five innings on just one hit and no walks while striking out five.

Big Train-Braves Game Postponed

Soggy Povich Field Postpones Friday's Game

Players, Volunteers and Game Night Staff crowd the Press Box to avoid the storm. Mother Nature's will was greater than that of the baseball gods last night, as heavy rain and lightning postponed the showdown against the Herndon Braves. The game will be made up on Wednesday, July 2ndin part one of a double-header beginning at 5 p.m. All tickets purchased to last night's game are valid for any future 2012 regular season Big Train game.

National Champs, Bats come to live against River Dogs

Big Train Bats Come Alive, Pummel Riverdogs in Eleven

Tucker Tobin was one of the Big Train players who stepped up on Wednesday night. The Big Train traveled to Vienna last night with revenge on their minds after losing to the River Dogs 9-4 on June 9th. That loss was avenged as some outstanding performances led to an incredible 16-11 win in extra innings. The Big Train started off with a one-run lead after a walk and three hit batsmen brought a run across the plate in the first inning. However, the Big Train would give up five in the bottom of the inning and trail 5-1. In the third inning, the Big Train looked destined for a quiet inning untilColin Kish (Florida Southern) singled and Cole Norton (St. Mary's (CA)) drove a ball over the left-center field fence. But the Riverdogs scored two of their own in the third to make the score 7-3. Norton would strike again in the fifth inning. After a Tucker Tobin(George Mason) walk and another Kish single, Norton tripled to deep center to score both his teammates and eventually crossed the plate himself on a Brennan Middleton (Tulane) RBI groundout. But once again, the Riverdogs would match the Big Train and score three as well in the bottom of the inning. In the sixth, a two-out Hunter Renfroe (Mississippi State) single kept a rally alive and brought Tobin to the plate where his three-run homer closed the gap to 10-9. The team was able to tie the game in the seventh as a Mitch Morales(Florida Atlantic) double scored Norton who had led off the inning with a single. Cameron Cuneo (UC Santa Barbara) pitched the last five of the regulation nine innings for the Big Train and gave up just one run in his first Big Train appearance. Cuneo's left-handed sidearm delivery baffled hitters all night. His slider was particularly effective and few balls even left the infield. Cuneo commented on that pitch, as well as his fastball, after the game. "It's been my go to for a while," Cuneo said. "I really got a feel for that fastball inside. I got more behind it than I usually do." The Big Train would essentially finish the game in the 11th inning as they were able to put six runs up on the scoreboard. Kish doubled to lead off the inning and was followed by a Norton walk and Middletonsingle to load the bases. Morales stepped up to the plate and drilled a two-RBI single to put the Big Train ahead for good. Michael Bass (UNC-Wilmington) then drew his third walk of the night to reload the bases and Brendan Hendriks (San Francisco) hit a sacrifice fly to score another run. A couple of miscues by the Riverdogs and a double byTobin left the score at 16-10. The bottom of the eleventh brought one run in for the Riverdogs butHugh Adams (Florida Atlantic) was able to shut the door and pick up the win. Big Train Manager Sal Colangelo was happy with the effort of his players after the game and singled out a player who he thinks will have an impact on the team's results. "Our guys didn't quit. They continued to fight and try to get better and get after it," Colangelo said. "There's one guy who is going to be the 'X factor' on this team and that's Cole. If he can get it rolling, we're going to go." Look for the Big Train to carry that momentum back home to Povich Field tonight, as they will open a four-game home stand against the DC Grays at 7:30 PM. The box score for last's night's game can be viewed here and for tickets to tonight's game, click here Watch Tonight's game live 7:30pm EST on US Sports Network .

Renfroe Homers Twice but Big Train Fall to Redbirds on Fathers Day

Renfroe Homers Twice but Big Train Fall to Redbirds on Fathers Day

This Hunter Renfroe swing drove his first home run from Povich Field. While the Big Train were unable to increase their win total on Fathers Day, they were able to welcome back a star. Hunter Renfore (Mississippi State) starred on last season's National Championship Big Train squad and returned to Bethesda again this season. While he had begun his second season at a decent pace, many expected bigger things. Renfroe's bat agreed with that sentiment on Sunday night as he book-ended the Big Train attack with two-run homers in both the first and the ninth innings. Unfortunately for the Big Train, that was all the offense on the night and team lost 6-4 to the Baltimore Redbirds. Despite the loss, the atmosphere at Povich Field was great on a wonderful Fathers Day evening as dads came out with their kids to play catch in the outfield before the game, get a free hat courtesy of First Call Office Products, and settle in for a night of great baseball. The box score and play-by-play of the game can be found here.