ROGERS -- The city may seek reimbursements from Marck Industries for damages to firefighting equipment during a recycling plant fire in October at one of the firm's facilities Gael Langdon earned her degree in journalism from Harding University She spent the early years after graduation working for a digital news startup and as a freelance writer and editor Gael enjoys investigative work and has passions for traveling learning and seeing the world through the eyes of others This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Northwest Arkansas Newspapers LLC Material from the Associated Press is Copyright © 2025 audio and/or video material shall not be published rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use The AP will not be held liable for any delays errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing Manages USPS Services for Edmonds Community Marck Lujan is a second generation postal employee and Edmonds Lujan joined the Postal Service in 2011 as a transitional employee in Los Angeles During his tenure Lujan has served as a supervisor and temporary supervisor in Walnut he oversees he oversees nearly 60 employees Lujan says being able to connect with customers and employees make working for the Postal Service very rewarding He also enjoys the ability to go anywhere in the country and perform the same duties and responsibilities at any delivery unit Lujan earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from California State University – Channel Islands in Camarillo Lujan is married to his high school sweetheart and has two children The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week. 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(NWA Media) ROGERS -- The city of Rogers is considering seeking reimbursements from the company whose facility burned for two weeks in... ROGERS -- The city has formally requested reimbursement for firefighting efforts from a company whose facility burned for two weeks... ROGERS -- Where there's a fire, there's smoke, but state officials still aren't sure exactly what's in it. A fire at a recycling plant in Rogers has been burning for five days and, as of Monday, there was no update on air pollutants found as a result of the smoke,... ROGERS — A fire at a Rogers recycling business on Wednesday afternoon led to air quality concerns as it sent up a plume of smoke that could be seen as far away as Fayetteville and Eureka Springs. Copyright © 2022 ALM Media Properties, LLC. 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Maine-based Hydra Weaponry has just unveiled a new PCC (pistol caliber carbine) chambered for the 10mm handgun round: the new Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 Due to the popularity of Glock semi-automatic pistols, their magazines have become a favorite industry-wide standard for pistol-caliber carbine (PCC) platforms the new Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 lower receiver is designed to feed off Glock G20 and Glock G29 10mm pistol magazines the Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 uses a straight blowback action and given its 10mm chambering this firearm could also be used as a hunting rifle for closer-ranged hunts especially in locations where hunters can only use straight-wall cartridges due to safety considerations “A modular concept rifle is the most cost-effective system to purchase when money is an issue but you need multiple calibers to accomplish different tasks That is why our Hydra MARCK-15 Modular Rifles offer the best in the field for quality and accuracy while being kind to your wallet it’s the time to get your hands on a base model and as many conversions as possible,” said Mack Gwinn III The 10mm cartridge dates to the early 1980s, with Norma of Sweden and the late Col. Jeff Cooper collaborating on its design. This centimeter-wide pistol cartridge was replaced in law enforcement circles in favor of the milder .40 S&W load. Over the past few years, the industry has caused a resurgence and newfound interest in the 10 mm round MSRP for the Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 varies from $1,400 to $1,538. Visit hydraweaponry.com to learn more about the new Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 pistol caliber carbine The armed citizen needs to know more than just defensive tactics and how to shoot Carry your pocket pistol on your waistband ROGERS -- The city attorney and the lawyer for a recycling business disagree on what the "fireman's rule" means for.. ROGERS -- The city of Rogers has filed a lawsuit against a private recycling company and the owner of the land where a fire burned for two weeks in.. This document may not be reprinted without the express written permission of Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Home » Marck Partners with Zebra Technologies to Create Safety and Traceability Solutions a global leader in digitising and automating frontline workflows recently announced a new collaboration aimed at co-creating solutions to address challenges around product verification Through this collaboration, M-Trust will be the first cyber-physical trust platform with a mobile computer scanning solution for addressing the growing issues of product safety With Zebra’s portfolio and experience in mobile computing and identity capture solutions and Merck KGaA Germany’s patented authentication technologies the collaboration is designed to create unprecedented levels of security accuracy and trust in manufacturing value chains This collaboration will also offer organizations high quality data for training and testing AI models enhancing analytics capabilities as AI solutions are operationalised “By combining our expertise in identification and authentication both companies will deliver essential solutions for reliable data access across value chains This integration builds trust in AI systems regarding data authenticity and origin,” said Thomas Endress “Our collaboration with Zebra presents great potential for customers to enhance their operations for more accurate and compliant processes that businesses and consumers can trust.” the M-Trust platform is designed to adapt to evolving technologies and regulatory requirements empowering businesses to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape and remain competitive and trustworthy to consumers and regulators This newly created prototype of the handheld reader device consists of a mobile scanner built on Zebra’s TC58 mobile computer and Merck KGaA the SEC-Reader to scan products and share data with the M-Trust™ platform via Wi-Fi 6E or 5G for verification This all-in-one solution allows customers to verify products without switching devices and includes features for frontline communication Germany on this important initiative which gives manufacturers and their frontline workers a unique solution to intelligently automate essential verifications in their manufacturing and supply chain operations and greater visibility of assets and inventory,” said James Poulton we can support customers to become industry 4.0 leaders with connected factories and supply chains.” A working prototype of the mobile scanner, crypto anchor technologies and M-Trust platform will be available at Zebra’s booth at Hannover Messe Germany specialists who can discuss the solution Sou rce World Business Outlook is a print and online magazine providing comprehensive coverage and analysis of the financial industry international business and the global economy Looking for a northern Michigan event this weekend Browse our comprehensive list of things to do in northern Michigan and discover exciting activities tailored to every interest From outdoor escapades to cultural experiences our events page showcases the best northern Michigan events this weekend across the region Whether you're a local seeking adventure or a visitor exploring our beautiful area we've curated a selection of northern Michigan events this weekend that cater to all ages and preferences Dive into our extensive calendar today and start planning your perfect northern Michigan getaway!\n but it's rare enough to be considered unusual for a Northwest Arkansas city to.. Link IconCopy linkFacebook LogoShare on FacebookXShare on XEmailShare via EmailLink copied to clipboardThis Eagles tailgate serves up high-end cuisine for a good cause creates impressive dishes before Eagles home games and has turned his tailgates into a community of friends bonded over food this wasn’t in one of Philadelphia’s acclaimed restaurants for a captive audience of best friends and Eagles fans ahead of the Birds’ prime-time matchup against the Washington Commanders last month I eat better in a South Philly parking lot than I do anywhere else,” said Matt Elmer Before Marck started running the show on his own said he’d have to be coerced into showing up early and helping to lock down a spot or to get out of the car on a cold day And with crowds that can reach 100 to 150 people he no longer needs to worry about locking down just one parking spot — Marck’s tailgate now stretches across six spots He’s going to be here until we probably die.” We typically look at who [the Eagles are] playing and then if anybody’s coming who doesn’t typically come The most famous of those was “Rohan-fest,” which honored Rohan Singh a longtime friend from Eagles Twitter who traveled all the way from Auckland » READ MORE: I found the best eats at my first Eagles tailgate, from deep-fried turkey to Philly pretzels galore That’s when Owens hopped on board as the second chef He came to his first tailgate to meet Singh and loved the community so much that he asked the next week if he could bring a grill of his own I really want to come back and cook,’” Marck said Marck and Owens collaborate on the menu each week Erin Rogers organizes the group’s charity drives — including last month’s canned food drive ahead of Thanksgiving Materials can cost him up to $900 each week but there’s no entry fee to eat at Marck’s tailgate — “We’ll feed anybody.” Instead people looking to contribute to the community participate in the food and toy drives Rogers hosts “Dylan and Ian and a lot of us do stuff and don’t ask for anything,” Rogers said here’s how you guys can contribute: We feed you » READ MORE: Meet the most incredible tailgate chefs in Philadelphia Word spreads about the tailgate primarily through X where most of the group met back when it was still called Twitter Rogers and Brooke Logan were celebrating their two-year friendiversary after the two longtime online acquaintances met in real life at the tailgate two years earlier The core group of around 20 that comes back each week now goes to weddings and I had a lot of friends who were around the area but didn’t have Philly friends until I just showed up at a tailgate,” Owens said “The first person I saw was Bex [Burroughs] “People started talking to me and made me feel really welcome and now I’ve been around the group for so long they’ve developed a number of their own traditions and superstitions playing the same playlist (although not in the same order) Marck has to pull a Golden Monkey from the beer backpack — he doesn’t always drink There are remnants of confetti all over the lot from past playoff moments. After tailgating for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stop at the Linc some of the group started making Eagles-themed friendship bracelets which they trade and distribute in the lot and Marck’s favorite tradition is the custom menu which is served in just a handful of restaurants across the U.S but is something he’s already served to De Niro » READ MORE: Robert De Niro tailgates with Eagles fans while campaigning for Kamala Harris View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dylan (@dylans_bbq) Everything he’s learned is through experimentation picking up ideas from old cookbooks or Anthony Bourdain episodes Cooking has been his main creative outlet since college and he’s constantly looking for new and interesting recipes or techniques to try out that’s the foundational building block,” Marck said establishes a level of trust and companionship that you may not otherwise get.” » READ MORE: ‘You guys are crazy’: Meet the couple who got married in an Eagles tailgate ceremony in between competitive flip cup tournaments and great conversation “There’s never been a time where the tailgate broke my heart,” Elmer said but we always win the tailgate,” Logan agreed View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dylan (@dylans_bbq) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dylan (@dylans_bbq) The Daily Business Review will honor attorneys and legal professionals at an awards ceremony in April. 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Sign In Maine-based Hydra Weaponry has beefed up their pistol-caliber carbine game with a new 10mm option they’re displaying their new Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 a new configuration of their Hydra semi-auto design Hydra Weaponry Introduces The Hydra 10 in 308 Win New Factory For Hydra Weaponry [SHOT 2024] Hydra Weaponry Has Survival Pistol and Modular AR Components Windham Weaponry reintroduces the MGI Hydra Hydra’s claim to fame has long been their switch-your-caliber AR-pattern designs allowing them to run a wide range of calibers from a rifle with only a few basic parts changed out the Marck-15 Hydra 10mm H21 is configured to use Glock-pattern magazines (chambered in 10mm The rifle comes with the Hydra Modular lower receiver the Hydra Quick Change Barrel Upper Receiver (QCB-D) and a stock and pistol grip from B5 Systems Rails along the top and sides of the barrel shroud make it easy to attach optics and other accessories and a rail underneath the barrel is ideal for a light or a foregrip This rifle ships with a single Glock-pattern mag as well you can purchase and utilize the rest of an ever-growing system including our various magazine wells and caliber conversions the most you will need to change is the barrel and magazine well to the desired caliber.” So this PCC is like their other Hydra-system rifles and easily converted to 9mm or other chamberings This clever design work is probably why the rifle weighs 10 pounds, which is more than many of us would like for a PCC, but versatility comes at a cost. And not just a weight cost; MSRP for this rifle is $1,400-$1,538. See more details here More by Zac K I had thier Glock mag/bolt/barrel 9mm kit for my 556 hydra Fired before lock up blew mags out of the rifle Called them and they said sent the kit back and they would test it and fix/replace it over half a year later they said they were still working on what was causing it severalonth later still working on new design they then said we will just give you an ak magwell bolt and barrel It was years before g9 kit was back on website Not sure I want to get early 10mm from them If the 9 had worked I'd be get 45acp Glock mag kit but caliber change kits cost more than a full single caliber gun from other manufactures What I would buy but they don't sell is just their ar308 upper/handguard You would think they'd be quick to fix their broken gun and get it back to you. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors Sign In Subscribe Now Yukon Commissioner Adeline Webber awarded Jacquelyn Van Marck the King Charles III Coronation Medal at the Whitehorse Legion on March 6 in recognition of her community work supporting road safety in the Yukon Van Marck has been an active member of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for over 10 years "I was so glad to see Jacquelyn's name because I see all the work she does we see all the work that she does in her community," Sullivan said "Jacquelyn joined MADD 10 years ago as a concerned citizen very passionate about road safety and promoting that in the Yukon She has built strong relationships with local police services and government who regularly come out to her events to show their support." Webber highlighted Van Marck's impact on improving road safety and victim support in the Yukon Van Marck's efforts in raising awareness and aiding victims of impaired driving have made a significant impact on the territory Webber said before presenting Van Marck with the King Charles III Coronation Medal Van Marck expressed her surprise and gratitude She reflected on her long-term involvement with MADD Canada acknowledging the organization's leaders and the collective effort to make Yukon roads safer People here know I've been with MADD Canada for a long time Daniella asked me to join as the secretary for the MADD Whitehorse chapter Little did I know it would become a constant force in my life its messaging and the outstanding people who belong to MADD Canada." expressing their pride in her achievements and dedication The ceremony concluded with closing remarks from Joe Mewett vice-president of MADD's Whitehorse chapter thanking the organizers and Van Marck for her years of service Mewett closed the ceremony by highlighting MADD's future plans including a fundraiser at the Tom Cochrane concert in Whitehorse on April 5 Contact Jake Howarth at jake.howarth@yukon-news.com Dialogue and debate are integral to a free society and we welcome and encourage you to share your views on the issues of the day. 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To learn about our commenting policies and how our community-based moderation works, please read our Community Guidelines Huddled around the television in the living room of his family’s house in South Florida 11-year-old Marck Mendoza had never felt prouder of his Ecuadorian heritage His father had gotten off work at the warehouse early to meet the rest of his family to watch La Tricolor in the first Ecuadorian group stage match of the 2006 World Cup he saw cars racing by with an Ecuadorian flag hanging out the window A child who was just beginning to understand his heritage was filled with pride It was a moment that would stick with him forever Mendoza’s family emigrated from Ecuador when he was five years old moving from the country’s Capital of Quito to his aunt’s house in a diverse South Florida neighborhood His young parents became Americanized quickly Mendoza found himself immersed in this new American culture as well as the Colombian and Brazilian cultures of his neighborhood What eventually brought him back to his Ecuadorian roots however was soccer “I grew up with a ton of Brazilians and Colombians and those guys liked soccer from a very very young age while I didn't really have any interest in sports in general I had a best friend who invited me to play one day and that's when I fell in love with it completely,” said Mendoza The melting pot of South Florida’s Latino cultures helped cultivate Mendoza’s self-identity in both a sporting and social sense my friends would start inviting me to their house to watch rival team matches from their country which was special because it was like they were sharing a part of their culture with me,” said Mendoza being over at their houses with their families watching these games and understanding more about the countries that they were from whether it be music It helped me develop my own identity around a lot of different hispanic cultures.” After Ecuador secured their place in the knockout rounds of the 2006 World Cup people who weren’t Ecuadorian would tell you ‘Wow that was such a great game,’ and it would fill you with so much pride,” said Mendoza “They would then ask a little bit about Ecuador and our culture and anytime people have a genuine interest in your heritage His Latin American friends from more historically dominant soccer countries like Argentina Colombia were now telling him how well his country played and how they’d be cheering them on “As Latinos we weren’t all from the same country but it was that pride of being Latin American that connected us Mendoza’s family didn’t follow club soccer very closely As he learned more about the club team’s of his friends which stemmed from the cities of the countries they were from in 2005 a brand new team joined Major League Soccer I knew nothing about Utah really at that age I probably wouldn't even be able to locate Utah on a map,” said Mendoza “We didn’t have an MLS team in south Florida I connected most with RSL’s branding to me seemed like the most authentic without looking too American which I gravitated towards.” Mendoza has always loved to draw and as his passion for soccer took off his drawings started taking the shape of soccer kits This passion led him to study design in college and eventually find his way to the first club team he ever supported and Mendoza is working as a graphic designer for Real Salt Lake so getting to work with Nick Rimando at tournaments or just seeing Tony Beltran around the office is still crazy to me,” said Mendoza “Those are players I watched win the MLS Cup in 2009 and getting to know them on a more personal level was just something I never expected The younger me would be quite impressed that now I’m working for a team I used to follow doing things I used to do just for fun.” Now living in Salt Lake City as the 2022 World Cup approaches and Ecuador looks to make another run in the tournament a grown up Mendoza feels the same pride he did when he was 11-years-old you’ll meet the people who are willing to share the little bit that they have and I think that's just something that's passed down through a lot of us as a part of our heritage,” said Mendoza “I think that’s something to be very proud of You’ll notice that in our fans within the RSL community like with La Barra and if you’re new to soccer and go to the tailgate they’ll share what they have with you and make sure you have a good time.” sharing cultures and sharing good memories This is what has helped shape who Marck Mendoza is today CEO of the Marck Group of Companies and Managing Partner of I.B.C Inc Favorite UT Memory: Making friends in class and in Triangle FraternityStudent Activities/Organizations: Student Senate Blue Key and Triangle Fraternity UT Faculty/Staff that Made a Difference: Professor George Pankratz © 2020 THE UNIVERSITY OF TOLEDO • 2801 W A - Z List | Careers | Report a Concern | Nondiscrimination | Accessibility | Web Privacy | Feedback | Contact Us Two members of the Beaver Dam Common Council want to become the city’s next mayor. Council President Jack Yuds, who represents Ward 7, and Ward 2 Ald. Roberta (Bobbie) Marck will appear on the Nov. 5 ballot. Yuds said there are several reasons why he is running for the part-time mayor’s position. “We have to get the city debt down,” Yuds said. “We are at about $48 million. We also still have work to repair our streets in Beaver Dam.” Yuds said his goals would also include getting the city’s property assessments in line. “Some are too high, some too low, and a few not at all,” Yuds said. “And we have to get the taxi service up to speed,” Yuds said. “We have residents waiting for over an hour for a taxi to arrive.” Marck said she believes there has been progress in Beaver Dam and the city should continue to move forward. “I was motivated to run for mayor because I feel strongly about continuing the progress started under Mayor Becky (Glewen),” Marck said. “I hope to continue downtown revitalization, economic development and infrastructure renewal.” Glewen had served as mayor since April 2017 and had more than two years remaining in her term when she resigned in February. Mike Wissell was appointed by the council to serve as mayor until the November election. Wissell, the former council president, has decided not to run for the mayor’s seat. Beaver Dam’s last full-time mayor, Glewen began serving in the position part-time in April 2023, when the city hired a full-time administrator. Glewen accepted the job of Trempealeau County administrator in December. Follow Terri Pederson on Twitter @tlp53916 or call 920-356-6760 Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. "I am always surprised on how much they don’t know about agriculture," Dodgeland teacher Trisha Caine said. Gary Day will be indicted on federal charges for transporting the minor on Tuesday, a Beaver Dam Police Department detective said. 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As the decade draws to a close, the ESPN5.com editorial staff look back at the sporting figures and moments that stood out and helped define Philippine sports in the 2010s. Check back regularly until December 31 for the latest features in our ESPN5.com Best of the Decade series. We honor the athletes who excelled in the 2010s, those who made their mark, raised the bar, and collected championship trophies along the way. And when it came to men's volleyball, no athlete accomplished more than Marck Espejo. Whether it was collecting UAAP MVPs, leading Ateneo to championships, dropping a ridiculous 55 points in one game, or leading the Philippines to a surprise SEA Games silver medal, Espejo was clearly a cut above the rest. Crushed by the defeat, Marck had to wear a brave smile as he received the Best Attacker award of the tournament. For some, it would have been the perfect consolation prize. Not for Espejo. That wasn't enough. As soon as he was out of the spotlight, he crumpled the recognition he just received. It meant nothing without the championship. At that time, Marck had not been playing volleyball for too long. Yet, he was already recklessly passionate and invested in the sport. "I started playing volleyball when I was in grade 6," Espejo shared. "My cousin asked me if I was interested to join them in the varsity training of our school. Since Concepcion Elementary School was known for volleyball, I gave it a try." Like many athletes, he had tried other sports before finding what he was truly passionate about. Recognizing his innate abilities, he dabbled in athletics when he was younger. When he was in third year high school, he discovered he also had a talent in basketball. By the time Marck was graduating high school, offers expectedly piled up. It was during this process that Espejo met Coach Oliver Almadro. Coach O had seen the young Espejo play as a high school sophomore. Without Marck knowing, Almadro was one of the first people to see potential in him. "Back then, there wasn't much attention on Marck yet," Almadro recalled. "He was still so young and skinny. But I saw how high he could leap. I saw he had great timing on his approach and that he could really hit the ball. I had a feeling he would be a great player." Almadro wasn't with Ateneo yet when he first saw Espejo. But when he named the head coach of the Blue Eagles in 2013, he was clear on his first order of business. "The first thing I asked my coaching staff was to look for the kid from Marikina. If there was one thing I knew, it was that I needed him on my team," he said. Marck had a decision to make. Thanks to his exposure in the NCR meet and the 2012 Palarong Pambansa, people already knew who he was. More importantly, schools knew what he could do. There were more than a handful of offers on the table. One that stood out was from Arellano University. They were offering him to become a dual athlete. They wanted him to play both basketball and volleyball for the school. There were strings pulling Marck in different directions and he had to make a decision. But there was something that made the choice easier. Growing up in Marikina, Marck often passed by Katipunan to get to places. He would see the Ateneo campus and be enamored by it. It was his dream school. And when that offer from the Coach O and the Blue Eagles came, Espejo knew it was what he wanted. Both Marck and Coach O got what they hoped for. Finally, Almadro secured the recruit that he was hoping to win over everyone else. At last, Espejo was a full-fledged Blue Eagle. They were ready to write a success story together when an unseen road bump got in the way. Espejo had already committed to play volleyball for Ateneo. But one afternoon, while playing pick-up basketball, he suffered a bad fall after a dunk attempt. Marck broke his left forearm. "I remember crying after hearing about it," Almadro admitted. "He was supposed to be my biggest recruit. Then suddenly he was out for three to four months. I sought as much help as I could get. I called Dr. [George] Canlas and told him I really need Marck to be ready for the UAAP season." Espejo spent the next few months in therapy. He focused his energy on getting better and stronger for his rookie year in the UAAP. Fortunately, by the time the season came, he was ready. An injury almost sent Marck's career in a detour. But it was another injury that gave him the opportunity to make a name for himself. "When he was a rookie, he wasn't the go-to guy yet. We had Ricci Gonzales that year. But Ricci got hurt and had to miss games so I challenged Marck to step up," Almadro said. Espejo heeded the call. In his very first year, he immediately caught the attention of the entire league. People were left asking, 'who's that new kid in Ateneo? Where did he come from? Is he for real?' Soon, all those found answers. Because when someone wins both Most Valuable Player and the Rookie of the Year in the same season, it becomes inevitable. Espejo, himself, became inevitable. The only thing that was missing in his rookie year? The championship. Ateneo was swept by the NU Bulldogs in the Finals. Yet another motivation for the already-driven kid. That's the thing about Marck. We remember him for his victories, but he never forgets his losses. He keeps them in his back pocket as reminder to kill every ball that comes his way. "That loss against Manila in the NCR Meet has always been my motivation," he said. "I told myself that those guys I lost to when I was in high school should not be able to win against me in college." It had become clear that Marck was an attacker unlike many. There were several times wherein opponents opted to just dodge his attacks. It's hard to blame them. That seemed like the smart thing to do. When Espejo rises for a kill, it's a tsunami waiting to happen. The speed is as quick as lightning, but the calamity it causes is like that from a tidal wave. Coach O knew how special his player was. But he also knew he could get even better. "In the middle of Season 78, I talked to Marck. He was far ahead as the Best Attacker of the season. I told him I wanted him to try and go for the Best Server award, too," Almadro recalled. Espejo was reluctant at first. He was far behind in the list and it was already midway through the tournament. But his coach was insistent. Marck listened. The two spent extra hours working on his jump serve, something Espejo wasn't doing before. By the time Ateneo faced Adamson in the last game of the elimination round, Espejo only needed four aces to get to his goal. You can probably guess how many he had. Four. That year, Marck was named Best Server, Best Attacker, and MVP, and he led Ateneo to another title. In 2017, the Ateneo Blue Eagles extended their reign to a three-peat, with Espejo getting recognized as the Best Attacker and the Best Scorer. Season 80 was bittersweet for him though. He swept all individual awards in his position. He was the Best Server, Best Attacker, Best Scorer and the MVP. His spectacular year was highlighted by a 55-point onslaught to upset the twice-to-beat FEU Tamaraws in Game 2 of the semifinals. However, their bid for a fourth straight title was downed by NU who swept them again in the Finals. That was 2018, five years since he crumpled his Best Attacker award because they didn't win the NCR Meet. Marck had grown beyond measure through the years - as a player and as a person. He knew better than to be ungrateful. He took the loss with grace, embraced his awards and thanked Ateneo for four wonderful years. There was a bigger volleyball world waiting for Espejo. He continued to collect medals and awards. He powered the Cignal HD Spikers to two championships in the Spiker's Turf. He went on to help the Philippines win the silver medal in 30th Southeast Asian Games, dethroning previous champions Thailand in the process. But the biggest feat for Marck was being tapped as the First Filipino import in the Japan V.League when he played for Oita Miyoshi Weisse Adler. "The Japanese pro league is second to the Euroleague in level of competition," Coach O shared. "The fact that Marck was invited to become an import there is already big enough. But more than that, he was really playing well. He was keeping in step with other imports from known volleyball countries." "For me, it validated that all the hard work was worth it and that I made the right decision choosing volleyball," the Marikina-native Espejo said. "I'm glad that the opportunity has opened again. After me, it was Bryan Bagunas who was tapped by my former team to play for them. I hope it also delivers the message that there is a future for Filipinos in the sport of volleyball." It's 2019. Marck Jesus Espejo has become one of the most recognizable names, not just in volleyball, but in Philippine sports. He is a multi-awarded champion and a winner of countless individual awards. But he is much more than a transcendent spiker. He has become an ambassador of the game. With all the clamor and the hardware that he has earned through the years, Marck has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. After all his achievements, he still has goals. "I hope I get the chance to play in other countries as well. My dream is to be get to play in Europe." It's what Ateneo had always taught him. Magis. Always yearn for the greater. 1964Following393Follow393393 FollowersThe video sculptures by MARCK are more than a simple combination of video and sculpture: They are a logic consequence of his extensive examination with films and videos This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page « Back