Yes arguably the album of the year. I have had Banana in rotation since it dropped ! Spotted on 2DopeBoyz
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Rugby in Raleigh (Fall) 2019 by Josie McGlynn
During the first week of school back in August, I attended an event called “Recfest” which took place on an open field where a bunch of athletic clubs and student organizations were present, trying to recruit new members for the fall semester.
I had an interest in joining rugby since I was still in high school. My english teacher senior year had encouraged me to try it out as she had played in college as well. I eagerly walked around during Recfest trying to find the women’s rugby club booth. I eventually found the booth and was immediately welcomed and handed information for an upcoming interest meeting and a practice schedule.
I attended the first practice and was amazed by the huge turnout. We had 14 new rookies and about 20 veterans. After doing some quick warm ups, we all stood in a circle and introduced ourselves. Leaving that first practice, I immediately felt a sense of community with individuals I barely even knew.
Fast forward more into the season, we had a total of 5 rookies who actually joined. Each practice was a learning experience as it was very different from my time during cross country and track. I never felt embarrassed or intimidated by my teammates when I dropped the ball or messed up a drill. Everyone on the team was eager to teach the new rookies the rules of the game and introduce them to the best family at NC State.
The atmosphere of the women’s club rugby team is like no other. I can confidently say I am comfortable around all my teammates, knowing that everyone’s main goal is to support one another and build each other’s sense of inclusion and acceptance. Not only do I feel better about my physical ability and strength in joining rugby, I also feel more confident as an individual.
Rugby has shown me to work with others and become more assertive and less indecisive. I had always been quite shy and quiet in high school, but I feel more empowered and comfortable with who I am in only a stretch of a few months.
My teammates are some of the most supportive and hardworking individuals I have ever met. Everyone is constantly drowning in school work, on top of other jobs and commitments, but they all make the effort to show up at practice twice a week.
Being part of a sports team is not about the points you score and the record you have at the end of the season. Being part of a team is about connecting with others and building an environment that allows each individual to grow and perform to the best of their ability.
Rugby truly is for everyone. You don’t have to be the fastest or the strongest to be able to contribute to the team. Rugby is one of those sports where it can’t just be one individual who makes the team. Everyone is a part that makes up the whole on the pitch (we call the field a pitch). You have to know your teammates. You have to be able to trust them that they’ll hit every ruck and give you support so that you don’t get hurt. Rugby can be dangerous, but when the team is able to work as a cohesive system, great things can happen.
Joining rugby after running for four years is definitely a change. You can argue that running is a team sport, which I fully believe, but it is the individual in the end that runs their own time and places in their own spot. I loved running throughout high school and I definitely miss it at times, but going off to college I wanted a new challenge and rugby surely fulfills that request. I have never felt so much adrenaline and fire when I tackle someone or score a try (a try is basically a touchdown). When I scored my first try I was overwhelmed by the excitement of my teammates and at that point I truly understood the passion and love these individuals have for the sport.
I’ll never forget my experience on the Medway cross country and track teams. I owe a majority of my success to my coaches and friends that have taught me the importance of finding a place where I belong and living a life I know I can be proud of.
I am excited to grow in my knowledge about rugby and master different skills that will help me on and off the pitch. I hope one day to possess the same leadership skills that my older teammates portray every practice and match. I want to be as inviting and friendly as they were for me when I’m the one helping new rookies in the future. Thank you NC State Women’s Rugby Football Club for the opportunity to be a part of something truly incredible and something I will always remember as part of my college career.
Dreams Are Tangible Goals
Josie
Rhythm N'Wrap Hiphop Brunch Review w/ Big Shug | Diamond Report Out Now
First and foremost if you are in the Boston Area and looking for a place to eat. Make sure you check out Rhythm N’Wrap Restaurant located in 1096 Commonwealth Ave, Boston Massachusetts. DATG (Dreams Are Tangible Goals). I remember the owner my main man “Aaron “Funk” Cohen, taking a break from the everyday hustle and grind of the music inudstry many moons ago and started dreaming about this opportunity.
The grind never ended, my guy started selling wraps out of food truck in Harvard Square now fast forward years later he has his own restaurant in Boston. My super OG, and one of my mentors in the music business Big Shug from Mattapan co-founder of Gangstarr with GURU (R.I.P) was going to pop up at the Restaurant with his latest project Diamond Report with DJ Nestle Quick spinning some of classics on the 1-2’s.
Very proud of the moment to see two peers of mine still grinding, still working hard this is just more inspiration for me. If you are in culinary arts, please follow your dream.
Review: First and foremost there are options for vegan and vegetarian options. I ordered the Vegeterian Mac N cheese and the my normal Gangsta Wrap, with a Pint of Sorrel Punch. Before i left i ordered a Peanut Paradise Smoothie to go. No bias the food delicious, I am not saying this because this is the homie because it’s actually good. I have not converted to Vegan and Vegetarian yet, i am foodie with an international taste bud cravings.
If you are in the Allston/Brighton and area of the city of Boston, Rhythm Wraps is accessible by MBTA, public transportation. A plethora of options from Tofu Tacos, to various wraps and sandwiches inspired by the culture and the music Funk, Big Shug, Singapore Kane and so many more love.
Vegan Food with a Beat ! Serving Boston, Cambridge. Today I travel to check out the owner "Aaron "Funk" Cohen, as he collaborates with Gangstarr Foundation Co-Founder Big Shug with a Hiphop Brunch. A vegan catered Brunch Menu, with DJ Nestle Quick spinning the Diamond Report Big Shug's latest project and Hiphop Classic. This is a win win.. Supporting the homie and the mentor.
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Questions to my Former Self w/ Aaron Lucci @peachylucci
The running community its deep. We feel connected to strangers from the mere word of “PR”. The connection between runners goes beyond the confines of gender and class. I am very fortunate in my journey to have met some beautiful souls, amazing people along the way. In the tradition of paying it forward, i wanted to continue the Questions to my former self series. Today we catch up with Aaron Lucci. For the last few summers my main man, Coach Perry Pappas of Wakefield HS XCTF here in Mass, always talked highly about the kids who were amazing runners, leaders and teammates. Lucci was one of those kids, who is now a college graduate.
I was fortunate this past summer Year 5 for me but first time attending week one at Foss Running Camp this is where I got to see and experience the legend of Lucci
Question to my Former Self with Aaron Lucci:
Social Media
Instagram: peachylucci
Twitter: @Green_Lucci
Facebook: Aaron Lucci
First & Last name: Aaron Green Lucci
Age: 23
HS Graduated & year graduated: Wakefield Memorial High School 2014
College & Year of Graduation: The University of Vermont 2018
Running Club: Battle Road Track Club
Events:
PR’s 8kxc 25:04 3k 8:30 mile 4:11 1500 3:51
DATG: Who are your biggest influences in your life and why ?
Aaron Lucci: My two biggest personal influences are defiantly my parents Pam & Rob. My mother ran at Wakefield High school (with coach Deke and Duff) and still runs now, completing her first half marathon this past year(2019). Her parents both started running during the jogging boom of the 1970s, and ran into there late 60s. My grandfather completed his first marathon in the 1980s and my grandmother completed her first half marathon a few years ago 2008 when she was 67 . From day one I have been so fortunate to have overwhelming support from them. My dad did not play any sports in High School (also Wakefield High School) but began running in his late 40s as my sister and I became involved in the sport. My father has had a much bigger influence on my musical tastes. Giving me all of his records, and buying me my first iPod in 2008 (which I still have). He first introduced me to Jazz, The Grateful Dead, and Jimi Hendrix. I still remember him pulling out Jimi's "Electric Lady Land" Album when I was in 5th grade. Later when I was starting to play bass in school Jazz band he gave me Herbie Hancock's "Headhunters" album, and Charles Mingus's "Mingus 5x" album. Both parents have given me the tools and inspiration to become the runner and musician I am today.
DATG: Who do you listen to or what artists gets you in the zone before competition or do you have different warm up routine ?
Aaron Lucci: I typically do listen to music on the way to competition, but as soon as I am out of the bus or car my ears are out of the headphones. In high school and college I would always try to be a good team member and not isolate myself in a meet setting. I remember Mike Rutt (current UML coaching staff) talking about how he used to do his drills listening to music, but stopped at some point and found he was more relaxed and raced better. I have continued to try to be in the moment in the hours before competition. However on the way to the Battle Road Workout tonight I hope to listen to Mac Demarco.
DATG: if you have a chance to go for a run with anyone in the world who would it be and why ?
Aaron Lucci: I would go for a run with my old roommate Pat Coppinger (Lowell, UVM) because he has the most interesting stories.
DATG: What inspired you to start Vlogging ? What’s the url address (I will Hyperlink it)
Aaron Lucci: I was inspired to start Vlogging after watching Bri Ilarda's VLOG about training and her day to day life. I have always loved taking pictures and this feels like a natural extension of that.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPMFDT3NJ7G80FfLCnYccCw?view_as=subscriber
DATG: what’s your go to cereal ?
Aaron Lucci: Cheerios
DATG: What was it liked being Coached by Coach Perry Pappas ?
Aaron Lucci: I got to see Pap turn the program around. He was an assistant until my junior year at which point he became the head cross country couch. I can still remember him explaining what the difference between an aerobic and anaerobic run to us, using a white board as we sat on the outdoor track. I always felt like he could explain why we were doing the workouts he gave us, and he was always learning something new. I had complete trust in him as a coach, and I think that is one of the most important things an athlete can have.
DATG: what advice or experience would you like to share to the future Freshmen who will be entering Wakefield High School and they are interested in running?
Aaron Lucci: I almost played soccer the fall of my freshman year, and making the decision to run cross country was the best decision I have ever made.. Ill say it again running Cross Country was the single best decision I have ever made. My advise , Don't Quit.
DATG: When & Where did you run your personal Best in your most memorable race
Aaron Lucci: A race I will never forget is the America East DMR Indoor 2018. I ran the 1600 leg smart and we finished 2nd. Awesome race, and the only conference medal I got with a relay team in College.
DATG: When did you first started running competively?
Aaron Lucci: I won the middle school mile in 8th grade. That's the first race I can remember being excited leading up to it, hurting during, and feeling exhilarated after.
DATG: Where do yourself in five years ?
Aaron Lucci: In five years I hope to have lowered all of my college PRs. Everything else is out of focus, but I will probably still live in or around Boston, and call my grandparents on Sundays.
DATG: Why do you keep coming back to Foss Running Camp ?
Aaron Lucci: Foss is the first place I met a group of adults who all ran in college and put running first in there day-to-day. Not to mention all the friends from different towns I made in High school who became role models and future teammates. I keep coming back because I know I can pass on that focus and hopefully inspire some high-school kids to run in College. On a selfish level, its the best week of training I get all year.
DATG: why are you still running as a Post Grad ?
Aaron Lucci: The desire to improve my PRs, a love of racing, and a love for training. The first two I have had since day one, running the mile in middle school gym class. Its only been in the past four years I have slowly come to realize just how good it feels to be in great shape and to strive for that feeling. Once you are in love with the process there's no turning back.
DATG: Why battle Road Club
Aaron Lucci: After College I reached out to a few clubs in Boston and Battle Road was the first club to get back to me. Now that I know more about the other clubs around Boston I am glad I am here, because there are no hobby joggers on the team. There is a diversity in ability, but all the people on the team seem to be focused on running. It is also great to now train with a bunch of guys from America East I used to race. (and who used to beat me) I also like that we are underdogs and not too big. USATF Club Nats is next week in PA! (dec14)
Great Questions, I can't wait to hear from other athletes and coaches!!
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#BSR 2019 Massachusetts XC All State Previews “Coach H take” LIVESTREAM
Rocked out last night in the BSR Headquarters, was missing my main man, “Coach Shepp”. However please check it out..SUBSCRIBE & Most important please.. Leave feedback positive or negative I want to grow
Special Salute to @justus_edwards Another Example #DATG #14Strong #GoldRush #WeAllRow @BerryVikings
In September 2018, Justus Edwards suffered a life-changing injury during a game and was told he likely wouldn't be able to walk again. This is inspiring go get em Justus we are rooting for you #GodSpeed
On Saturday, he returned to the spot on the field where he was injured 🙏
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Saigon The Art Of Story Ryhming 101..@saigon_nyc #HiphopMyWay
Salute to the homie Saigon, very inspired to see him back to do what he does best as a the creative talent he is. Check out HiphopMyway.com this is a platform founded by Saigon, it’s an avenue for those seeking to be in the music industry. Real dope to see someone who made it give it back and share some jewels. #DATG we 100% co-sign this initiative.
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We are looking forward to hear and see more Saigon in the near future.