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Rookies lift Raiders in win over Bengals

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4 years ago

November 17, 2019

Oakland – The Raiders continue their winning ways at the helm of a few rookies. Maxx Crosby recorded a career-high four sacks on Ryan Finely and Travyon Mullen recorded his first NFL interception. Another great effort from the rookies in handing the Cincinnati Bengals their tenth loss of the season.

The Raiders 17-10 victory over the Bengals put them in first (6-4) place tied with the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC West. With 1:54 left on the clock in the fourth quarter, Cincinnati got the ball. Finley went deep with a pass intended for Alex Erikson but Mullen was there with great coverage and intercepted the ball to secure Oakland’s third consecutive win.

“I’ll be honest, we had a good first round draft choice that nobody has really even met yet,” said Jon Gruden. “I think he could be a difference maker. The poise and the production and the professionalism that they play with and come to work with is something everybody would be impressed with.”

It was an interesting start for the Raiders, unable to score on Opening drive and in the first quarter, the Bengals took advantage off an Oakland turnover early. On Cincinnati’s first series Finely was sacked by Crosby who forced him to fumble. Crosby recovered, putting the Raiders in good field position but Josh Jacobs fumbled and Nick Vigil recovered for the Bengals.

That setup Finely’s 3-yard touchdown pass to Joe Mixon in the end zone making it a 7-0 game to end the first. Oakland tied the game and took the lead in the second quarter when Derek Carr found an open Foster Moreau for a 2-yard touchdown tying the game 7-7. Then Carr scrambled and leaped into the end zone for a 3-yard touchdown to end the half 14-7.

Crosby recorded his first career multi-sack game with 4.0 sacks, tied for the second-most sacks in NFL history by a rookie in a single game and the most by a rookie in franchise history. Crosby is one of six players in the NFL with at least three sacks (6.5), three forced fumbles (three) and three passes defense (three) in 2019.

He ranks first in franchise history with 6.5 sacks through a players’s first 10 career games. Josh Jacobs continues to lead all rushers in the first half with 74 yards on 12 carries. He recorded his fourth career 100-yard rushing game, surpassing Marcus Allen’s franchise record for the most 100-yard contests by a rookie.

“I had a good game, but it was a collective unit coming together,” Crosby said. “We rushed well all day. I feel like we started it with [Los Angeles], and we just kept getting better.”

We just bought in,” said Jacobs on the rookie class. “Like I said when we came in, the rookie class came in together and we came to an agreement that we were going to do things the right way and build this program. We wanted to try and shape it back to the Raider culture and back to what we feel like dominating football is. Just to see how we are all coming in and trying to keep that promise and execute every week has been huge.”

By the third quarter, the Raiders defense continued to dominate Cincinnati and shut down their offense. Finley struggled and they scored once when Randy Bullock kicked a 40-yard field goal to cut the lead down to four. It seemed like a hopeful situation but the Bengals never scored again.

To make matters worse, Cincinnati lost their top receiver Auden Tate. Tate made a 20-yard catch on third down, he was sprawled out on the field for a few seconds before team doctors ran out forcing him to stay still. Tate suffered a neck injury and was carted off the field and taken to a nearby hospital.

Oakland didn’t do too much on offense in the second half. Daniel Carlson kicked a 20-yard field goal making it a 17-10 game and that was all the Raiders needed for the win. Carr passed for 292 yards and a touchdown, Jacobs had his fourth 100-yard game in the last six weeks.

The wins snaps Oakland’s three-game losing streak to the Bengals dating back to 2009. The Raiders continue to dominate as the home team throughout the series, improving to 13-2 in both Oakland and Los Angeles. They also lead the NFL with 10 sacks among rookie defenders and are the only team to have at least two rookies with at least three sacks apiece.

“I’m really proud of our team,” Gruden said. “I compliment the Bengals. They fought their heart out. It was great for all of football. If you’re a young football player, there are no standings. There are no stats. There are no records. The ball is snapped, you play hard and anything can happen and that was one of those games today. Maxx Crosby [had] four sacks. D.J. Swearinger was here for two days, and he leads our team in tackles. Trayvon Mullen, another rookie, had a key interception.”

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BART to Retire Legacy Trains in Public Ceremony April 20

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April 20, 2024

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Bay Area Rapid Transit’s final dispatch of legacy trains will take place on Saturday, April 20, and will be accompanied by a retirement ceremony and a final legacy ride.

At 1 p.m., the public is invited to celebrate the last run of BART’s legacy trains during a ceremony that will take place in the free area of the plaza at MacArthur Station in Oakland.

Following the ceremony, the public is invited to board a legacy train and ride from MacArthur to Fremont Station, mirroring the initial service BART provided when it opened Sept. 11, 1972.

“It’s a 45-minute trip that travels along approximately 24 miles of the original section of tracks,” BART officials said.

Multiple legacy trains will run for the event, and all will make station stops and may turn around at Bay Fair depending on the number of attendees waiting to ride. Regular fares will apply.

“These train cars are part of the history of the Bay Area,” said Bob Powers, BART general manager. “While we are excited to modernize the system, we recognize the profound cultural importance of these cars, and we want to celebrate their rich history and give them a proper send off.”

BART is now running train cars from its Fleet of the Future project.

Those nostalgic for the older trains will be able to view three of them soon at Western Railway Museum in Suisun City.

A handful of other legacy cars will be transferred to be repurposed for short-term rentals, entertainment venues, and training facilities, according to BART. Most of the legacy cars have been recycled.

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Mind, Body, and Spiritual Well-Being for Women Addressed in NAACP Forum in Oakland

The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is proud to announce the upcoming “Total You – Mind, Body, and Spirit Women’s Health Forum” scheduled for April 27 at Acts Full Gospel Church. Running from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1034 66th Ave., this forum aims to provide an empowering platform for women to engage in discussions, gain knowledge, and access resources pertaining to their health and well-being.

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The panel will address various aspects of women’s health, including physical, mental and emotional well-being and relationships. iStock photo by Jorge Elizaquibel.

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The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is proud to announce the upcoming “Total You – Mind, Body, and Spirit Women’s Health Forum” scheduled for April 27 at Acts Full Gospel Church.

Running from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1034 66^th Ave., this forum aims to provide an empowering platform for women to engage in discussions, gain knowledge, and access resources pertaining to their health and well-being.

The forum will feature renowned experts, healthcare professionals, and advocates from Genentech, John Muir Health, Sutter Health of The East Bay, Kaiser Permanente, and the Alameda County Public Health Department.

Our expert panel will address various aspects of women’s health, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and healthy relationships. The forum will encompass a wide range of topics such as breast cancer, menopause, reproductive health, nutrition, mental health awareness, preventive care, and much more.

Participants will have the opportunity to attend informative sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussions led by experts in their respective fields. Additionally, there will be wellness activities, screenings, and informational booths offering valuable resources and support.

This forum is open to women of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging inclusivity and diversity in the conversation surrounding women’s health. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself, a loved one, or simply looking to connect with other women, this event promises to be enlightening and empowering.

For more information and to register for the Total You Women’s Health Forum, please visit https://www.naacpoakland.org/ or contact Dr. Delores Thompson. WIN chairwoman at (510) 328-3638.

The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is dedicated to empowering women, and young teen girls. We look forward to your participation in this important event.

To register, go to https://www.naacpoakland.org/events/the-total-you-womens-health-forum

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Oakland WNBA Player to be Inducted Into Hall of Fame

The Multi-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame (MESHOF) announced that it will induct Dr. Alexis Gray-Lawson, a former WNBA player and Oakland Technical High School graduate at its inaugural Curt Flood Platinum Award Ceremony in February. Gray-Lawson’s Platinum Award is part of the Hall of Fame’s 24th Annual Bay Area induction and award ceremony, where four other retired professional athletes will be honored.

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The Multi-Ethnic Sports Hall of Fame (MESHOF) announced that it will induct Dr. Alexis Gray-Lawson, a former WNBA player and Oakland Technical High School graduate at its inaugural Curt Flood Platinum Award Ceremony in February.

Gray-Lawson’s Platinum Award is part of the Hall of Fame’s 24th Annual Bay Area induction and award ceremony, where four other retired professional athletes will be honored.

The banquet and ceremony will be held from 5:45 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, at the George P. Scotlan Convention Center at Oakland’s Marriott Civic Center Hotel.

“I am truly honored to receive this incredible nomination,” said Dr. Alexis Gray-Lawson, who, along with college teammate Devanei Hampton, lead Oakland Tech to its second consecutive state title in 2005. “It took a village to raise me and get me here, and I truly am excited to continue the legacy.”

Gray-Lawson, a “second team” Parade All-American and an All-State honoree, as a senior in ’05, was chosen for the California Interscholastic Federation sportsmanship award. She only lost one game throughout her four-year career in high school. Her jersey was retired at Oakland Tech and placed in the National High School Hall of Fame as a four-time All-City recipient, averaging 17.2 points per game during her career.

Gray-Lawson received scholarships in volleyball, softball, and basketball before deciding to travel up College Avenue to the University of California, Berkeley. There, she played in more basketball games (143) than any other player in Golden Bears’ history. She finished her career as the Bears all-time 3-point leader (211), and she is ranked third in scoring with 1,982 points.

An All-Pac 10 and honorable mention All-American in 2010, Gray-Lawson also was the top player at 5’8” or under for the Frances Pomeroy Naismith Award. Later that year, she was a third-round pick of the Washington Mystics in 2010 and played with the Phoenix Mercury of the Women’s National Basketball Association in 2011 and 2012. She also played professionally overseas in Turkey and Israel.

Other inductees are Clifford Ray (Basketball); Lee Lacy (Baseball); Spencer Haywood (Basketball); and Mohinder Singh Gil (Track & Field).

Organizers say the event promises to be a “historic and celebratory evening,” and iconic personalities from across the professional sports industry and its various disciplines will attend.

The no-host cocktail hour begins at 5:45 p.m.; dinner at 6:45 p.m.; and the ceremony at 7:45 p.m. All times are prompt. General tickets are $250.00; Seniors (65 and older) $150.00, and students $50. This includes dinner and the ceremony. Tables of 10 are available as well, and early purchase is recommended.

MESHOF is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring athletes from all corners of the globe who have made significant contributions to the world of sports and broadening the public’s understanding of the contributions people of color have made to professional sports; and to provide educational life skills and mentorship opportunities for deserving youth. Proceeds will help maintain the City of Oakland’s Curt Flood Field, Oakland Parks & Recreation, and MESHOF’s after school and mental health initiatives.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.multiethnicsportshof.com. For additional information, please contact: Arif Khatlib @ afrosportshall@aol.com or India Alston @ india@beamcreativehouse.com