Sports Hall of Fame

AN ALL AMERICAN EVENING March 22, 2019

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The San Leandro Sports Foundation

Sports Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony

March 22nd, 2019

Zero Net Energy Center

14600 Catalina Street, San Leandro CA 94577 Promoting Fun, Fitness Program and Health in Our Community Awards Reception and dinner 4:00 to 7:30 PM Introduction of Inductees begins at 5:00 PM

Contacts: Each inductee will have the opportunity to take a few San Leandro Foundation, Inc. minutes to tell their story about their life journey. 151 Callan Ave., Ste 200 San Leandro, CA 94577 Inductees will be honored at the awards reception and then 510-895-1918 escorted to the Pacific Sports Complex and Burrell Field [email protected] (2451 Teagarden Street, San Leandro, Ca 94577) where we www.slsfi.org will gather at the new Hall of Fame wall for a photo

Board of Directors opportunity. The Stadium is only a few minutes away and Jerry Engler carpooling is advised as parking limited. Martin Capron Kathy Neisse The event will conclude with the group photo. Inductees are Jack Nelson free meet up at one on the local pubs such as the Englander Mike Bolar Sports Pub & Restaurant (101 Parrott Street, San Leandro, Evelyn Gonzales CA 94577) where we have reserved a room. Danny Paiva Attendees needing accommodations for the night are invited EIN #26-3679203 to contact the Marina Inn (510-895-1311).

The SLSF is a 501(c )(3) Your contribution is tax deductible to the extent allowed by the IRS.

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Criteria for Nomination and Selection of the Induction Class

San Leandro has a rich tradition of sports excellence. The SLSF’S Sports Hall of Fame is organized as a way of maintaining the rich heritage and tradition of the successful athletes and athletic programs in the City of San Leandro. Many of our local athletes have made extraordinary contributions and have superb accomplishments in the wide world of sports. The SLSF’S Sports Hall of Fame seeks to honor these individuals and their contributions and accomplishments and insure that future generations of aspiring athletes have these same opportunities. In order to maintain the integrity of the SLSF Hall of Fame, nominees must exemplify the highest standards of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and moral character. All candidates will be judged on their significant and/or long term contributions to athletic endeavors. In addition, as much as possible, acknowledged leadership in his/her chosen field or community, state, and national presence will be considered. All entries must be submitted on the official SLSF Athletic Hall of Fame Nomination form (attached). Nomination forms are available by download on www.slsfi.org.

The Class of 2019 Inductees into the San Leandro Sports Foundation’s Sports Hall of Fame:

The SLSF Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2019 Inductees: Jerry Lyons (L) – City of San Leandro, Contributor

Brian Bream – Marina High School, Class of 1968, Athlete Football

Leslie Fouche-Munoz – Pacific High School, Class of 1974, Athlete Softball

Jack Gilmete – Pacific High School, Class of 1981, Athlete Football

Rich Kerr – Marina High School, Class of 1971, Coach/ Athlete

Pat Carvalho – Pacific High School Class of 1971, Athlete Football/Baseball

Charles Leno Jr – , Class of 2009, Athlete Football

Jarrad Page – San Leandro High School, Class of 2002, Athlete Football/Baseball

Sam Cheatham – San Leandro High School, Class of 2003, Athlete Football

Art “Tappy” Larson (L) – City of San Leandro, Athlete Tennis

Madeleine Briones – San Leandro High School, Class of 2004, Athlete Wrestling

Marviel Underwood – San Leandro High School, Class of 2002, Athlete Football

Fenton Mole (L) – City of San Leandro, Contributor (L) Legend Status

We had so many qualified nominees it was very difficult to get down to these final 13 inductees. Surely, there is no shortage of outstanding student/athletes coming out of San Leandro. If by chance your nominee was not among the 13 chosen this year, do not despair – there’s always next year.

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San Leandro Sports Foundation – Sports Hall of Fame

Criteria for Nomination

The San Leandro Sports Foundation’s Sports Hall of Fame is now accepting nominations for the Class of 2020 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Nominees will be judge on their contribution to sports for and in the City of San Leandro. Inductees into the SLSF Hall of Fame will be selected by the Hall Of Fame Committee. Nominations of inductees may be nominated in four (4) categories:

1. Athlete: A former City athlete whose accomplishments as an athlete were extraordinary. A Hall of Fame Candidate shall not be considered for SLSF’s Hall of Fame until Five (5) years after graduation from High School. 2. Coach: A former athletic coach, instructor, or trainer whose accomplishments merit recognition, who has been inactive as a coach, instructor or trainer for a minimum of three (3) years. 3. Contributor: An individual who has made outstanding contributions to athletics in some capacity other than athlete or coach. Such areas include athletic administration, sports medicine, sports media, or financial support. 4. Team or Club: an athletic team or club that has distinguished themselves above and beyond normal standards: undefeated seasons, league championships, and state tournament appearances.

Candidates may not nominate themselves. Any nominees who are properly nominated but not selected to the SLSF Hall of Fame shall remain on the active list of eligible nominees for five (5) years without having to be re-nominated each year.

Nomination forms are available online at www.slsfi.org

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Jerry Lyons (Legend)

City of San Leandro

Contributor

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“I was only 15 when I lost my father to a massive heart attack at the age of 47. At that time, I didn’t really know my Dad, or the impact that he had on the San Leandro community, but as I got older, I learned about him through the impact he had on others.” Jerry Lyon Jr. (Son)

“My Dad never turned any boy away if he wanted to join the Club, it didn’t matter what color, race or creed he was – ALL WERE WELCOME.” Janice Arslanian (Daughter)

Jerry Lyons was born in Yakima, WA and later moved to Fresno, CA. He excelled in high school swimming, baseball, basketball and football. He received a football scholarship to Fresno State. When World War II broke out, he joined the Navy. After the war, he married his wife, Dorothy, and had two children, Jerry and Janice. Active as always, he found time to box semi-pro.

Jerry and Father Manuel Alvernaz started the Boys Club in 1946 with a membership of 25 boys.

“Jerry probably was the greatest thing to ever happen to the Boys Club. He has passed away, but his memory will live on. He was a kind, generous, and sincere man whose interest was always in helping the boys and anyone else who needed help. God bless him.” Al Barros, former executive director of the Boys Club.

BUILDING A BOY IS BETTER THAN MENDING A MAN – Jerry Lyons (Legend) 5

Brian Bream

Marina High School Class of 1968

Athlete Football

Brian grew up on Wiley Street here in San Leandro together with his mom and Dad, Carolyn, his sister, and Scott, his brother. He played sports throughout high school at Marina, lettering in football, wrestling and baseball. He was captain of each of the teams and enjoyed it immensely! His senior, he was selected as a San Francisco Chapter of the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete. That same year he wrestled up to the Northern finals in his weight class.

After graduating from Marina High school in 1968, he attended the United States Air Force Academy and played football from 1968-72. He remained as a coaching assistant following graduation with Coach Ben Martin. He then reported to Pilot training the spring of 1973.

He attended pilot school in Texas and flew cargo planes, C-141's primarily out of McCord Air Force base in Tacoma, Washington and accrued 2300 hours of flight time as co-pilot and pilot, ending his career as a Captain.

After choosing to separate from the Air Force in 1979, he spent a year on the island of Palowan in the Philippines on a Christian mission through his church. After returning to the Tacoma area, he met his wife, Karen and married in 1982. He then attended Fuller Theological Seminary, obtaining a Masters of Divinity. After getting his Education degree at the University of Puget of Sound, he began teaching middle school math, and for a several seasons coached high school football in the Tacoma area. Brian and Karen have 3 children: Holly - age 30, Brenna, age 27 and Ben, age 24. Lord willing, next year will be his final year in teaching and retirement will ensue!

His biggest moments in Sports were: 1) Winning the HAAL Wrestling final in the 178 Division vs. a heavy favorite by pinning the opponent; 2) Defeating with Jim Plunkett in 1971 which resulted in a Sugar Bowl game for the Air Force Academy; 3) Being a member of that team the season of 1970-71 that ended in the Sugar Bowl game against Tennessee.

Most influential people: In terms of sports: Coach Ellis, the interim offensive coordinator, at the Air Force Academy, the year we went to the Sugar Bowl. He was

remarkable in identifying the strengths of each individual and utilizing them for the benefit of the team. He was a tremendous leader of people. In terms of overall life, his relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ since 1977 has been the most profound influence in his life.

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Leslie Fouche-Munoz

Pacific High School Class of 1974

Athlete Softball Leslie grew up in San Leandro, and attended Pacific High School. When she was growing up there were no sports programs for girls. She learned to play softball by playing with her father and brother and with the 22 kids who lived on Belvedere Ave.

In 1972, Title IX was passed giving women equal opportunity to play high school and college sports, and Leslie exploded on the Viking sports scene. She excelled in three sports - Tennis, Volleyball and Softball. An excellent student, she graduated 10th in her class.

. In 1973 the first women’s sports programs started in San Leandro, her senior year. She played varsity tennis, volleyball and softball. She was MVP in both tennis and softball. She batted .763 and was part of the first women’s championship sports team at Pacific High in softball. In the championship game she was 6 for 6 with 1 triple, 1 double, 3 singles and a grand slam. She was also the first women to receive the Tri-sports award and the first Norsewomen award at Pacific High school.

Leslie received a full scholastic scholarship and attended UC Santa Cruz for 2 years. There were no sports teams at UC Santa Cruz. Leslie then attended Cal State Hayward in 1985 to complete her B.S. in Business. While at Cal State Hayward, at age 27, Leslie was a “Walk 0n” for the Cal State Hayward women’s softball team.

During the 1980’s, Leslie played in the prestigious Hayward area ASA Class A women’s fast pitch softball league. In 1980, she was voted MVP of the ASA Class A Oakland Metro fast pitch softball tournament. She also received numerous all-tournament team trophies throughout the years.

In addition to softball, Leslie has competed in her real passion, equine events and until 2 years ago competed in the sport of dressage. She received her bronze medal in dressage and has competed through fourth level. This level is only attained by 10% of Dressage riders in the U.S. Leslie is an avid trail rider and rides 3-4 days a week.

Leslie worked as a Revenue Officer for 23 years for the Internal Revenue Service and retired in 2012. She now lives in Placerville CA with her husband, 3 horses, 3 dogs and 3 cats. 7

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Jack Gilmete

Pacific High School Class of 1981

Athlete Football

Jack Gilmete is a 1981 graduate of Pacific High School where he

played Baseball, Basketball and Football for the Vikings. Jack was

a two-time all-ACAL catcher, a two-time all-ACAL tight end and a three-time all-ACAL linebacker. In his senior year Jack was selected all-Alameda County linebacker and was named defensive captain in the Alameda vs. Contra Costa County football game (Alameda County won). Jack also was selected as the National Football Foundation Scholar-Athlete of the Year for Alameda County.

Jack graduated near the top of his class and was accepted to multiple Ivy League schools and military academies but chose to

attend Stanford University as a recruited walk-on. He later went on to earn a full football scholarship, start at inside linebacker and lead his team in tackles. Jack was named Outstanding Senior by the coaching staff. Immediately after graduating, Jack was hired by his head coach Jack Elway as one of the youngest full-time assistant coaches in Pac-10 history at the age of twenty two.

A few years later Jack entered the corporate world where he worked his way up the management ladder during a 15-year stint at Providian Financial, eventually being elevated to Vice President. Jack then left the corporate world and became a longshoreman where he still remains a working member of the ILWU. Along the way, Jack revisited coaching for a few years. He assisted his brother at Arroyo High School where they won that school’s last football championship.

Jack is here today with his girlfriend Joanne, his parents Aniceto and Charlotte, and his siblings Teresa, Cynthia and Matthew. He has always enjoyed the love and support of his family whom, along with his teammates over the years, have served as his inspiration.

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Rich Kerr

Marina High School Class of 1971

Coach

Rich Kerr grew up in the Washington Manor in the 1960’s and early 70’s. Rich played baseball in the Washington Manor League as a youth and then entered Marina High. Rich had a great athletic career at Marina playing three years of varsity football at tight end and linebacker as well as starting at catcher his final year there. He was honored at the end of his senior year with the Titan Award as best athlete of the Class of 1971 (even though teammate Rick Kukulica went on to fame @ UCLA and the old World Football League!). Rich continued his career at Cal State Hayward as a catcher. He majored in P.E. and minored in History. Rich often outscored his fellow History Major classmates @ CSUH based upon his amazing recall of obscure items leading to creative paragraphs on blue book tests. Rich later received his California Teaching Credential from CSUH in 1976. In 1977-78 Rich played semi- professional basketball in the relatively new Tasmanian League averaging over 20 points per game.

Rich used that credential in the late 70’s coaching high school baseball but found his true calling coaching Varsity Girls Softball @ Marina and then after it closed he moved to Arroyo. He won outright or shared 11 HAAL titles in all eleven of his seasons (1981-1992). He coached 3 NCS Champions 1982, 1988, and 1989. In 1988-89 his teams were number 1 in Class 2A. Rich received the following honors while coaching at Marina and Arroyo:

East Bay Coach of the Year: 1982, 1988 California Coach of the Year: 1988 Member of NCS MGMT Committee: 1987-1992

Finally, Rich stressed that same detail and creativity in thinking to his teams. During the 1987-92 seasons (the only years recognized by the NCS overall) each team received the NCS Distinguished Scholarship Team Award for G.P.A. above 3.0. Kerr’s 11 year coaching record stands at 238-45 – a whopping .840 percentage!!

Rich now resides in Tasmania, Australia with his wife, Cathryn. They have 3 adult children.

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Pat Carvalho

Pacific High School Class of 1971

Athlete Football/Baseball

Pat attended Pacific High School where he was a three sport star and excelled in both football and baseball. He was an All-League (ACAL) halfback his junior and senior year and was selected to the All Alameda County team that played Contra Costa County at the Oakland Coliseum. He was also a two year varsity Baseball player for the Vikings and was selected as an All-League Outfielder and Pitcher his junior and senior year respectively.

After high school, Pat went on to play ball at Chabot College. His freshmen year he made All Golden Gate

Conference defensive back and honorable mention All-American. As a sophomore, he was elected Captain of the football team and again garnered All Golden Gate Conference defensive back honors, and was named most inspirational player. Pat is in the Chabot College Sports Hall of Fame.

Cal State Hayward was Pat’s next stop. As a defensive back for the Pioneers, Pat again excelled earning All Far Western conference honors.

Pat credits the love and support of the community for his successes; in particular he was inspired by Jon

Gledhill of Pacific High School and Larry Aguilar of Chabot College.

Pat enjoyed a successful career as a union carpenter with Local 745 Kailua/Kona and Local 713 Hayward. While in Hawaii, Pat was a member of the championship outrigger club in Hilo, Hawaii. He paddled across the Alinui Channel from Maui to the Big Island, a distance of 70 miles.

Pat is married to Linda Johnson and together they have 4 daughters and eight grandchildren!

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Charles Leno JR

San Leandro High School Class of 2009

Athlete Football

Charles Leno Jr., graduated from San Leandro High School in 2009 after being named first-

team all-conference as an offensive tackle and second-team all-conference as a defensive end, as a senior. Throughout high school, Coach Brad “Boom” Bowers helped establish many different

foundations for Charles, including discipline and academic excellence that helped guide him through high school and into college. Following high school, Charles attended Boise State University where he started 39 games, earning all-mountain west conference honors twice, a second-team selection as a junior, and a first-team selection as a senior. In college, Charles had the privilege to play under the direction of Coach Chris Peterson. In a college environment where young athletes are often pulled in many different directions, Coach Pete helped Charles become more than just a football player for Boise State, but a great man off the field as well as instilling traits like accountability, respect, character, and integrity. After a successful career at Boise, in 2014, Charles was chosen by the in the 7th round of the NFL Draft. By 2016, he had earned a starting job at left tackle, and was rewarded for his contributions to the team in 2017 with a four-year contract extension. Nearing the end of the 2018 season, Charles was named an

alternate to the pro bowl. Currently, Charles resides in Illinois with his fiancée Jennifer and his dog Kobe. In his spare time he enjoys playing basketball, attending sporting events (Go Warriors!), and traveling. 2019 will be his 6th season with the Chicago Bears and his 6th year in the NFL. Go Bears! 12

Jarrad Page

San Leandro High School class of 2002

Athlete Football/Baseball

Jarrad Page was born in Oakland, CA in 1984. Upon moving to San Leandro as a young boy, he joined the Ashland Little League in San Lorenzo where his athletic abilities would begin to shine and blossom. Jarrad went on to star on numerous little league baseball teams as well as the football San Leandro Crusaders.

Jarrad attended San Leandro High School where in addition to baseball and football, he found he had a talent for basketball as well. Throughout his high school years, he went on to star as a 3 sport starter. He was eventually offered a baseball and football scholarship to attend UCLA. He was also drafted in the 5th round of the MLB draft as a shortstop to the . Instead of signing with the Brewers out of high school, he decided to continue with his athletic career and education at UCLA. As a senior at UCLA, Jarrad was drafted in the 7th round of both the MLB and NFL draft. At this point in his life, Jarrad decided he wanted to pursue football.

Jarrad went on to play 6 years in the NFL where he played for Kansas City, New England, Philadelphia and Minnesota. In those six years he totaled 13 career . and is able to proudly say he picked off some of the greats including Peyton Manning, Brett Favre and Drew Brees.

After retiring from the NFL, Jarrad decided to go back to his first love of baseball. He played in the minor leagues for 2 years with the Dodgers organization and then the organization; at one point even reaching AAA in the Giants organization. In 2014, he retired from sports altogether and returned to UCLA to finish up his degree. In 2015 he graduated from UCLA with a B.A. in political science. He now resides with his wife and three sons in Los Angeles, CA where he enjoys coaching his sons’ youth sports teams.

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Sam cheatham

San Leandro High School Class of 2003

Athlete Football

“For me, the most inspirational moment in my life was realizing I had the power to earn a scholarship to a university that my family could never afford. By working hard on and off the field, including overcoming the physical limitations of my injury, I stayed focused on the grand opportunity within my reach and was able to do what many thought was impossible - play football at the next level and earn a degree from a prestigious college. My goal now, in addition to being a successful businessman, is to encourage young men to move forward with their lives in a positive way by taking advantage of the opportunities within their grasp and aiming for higher education. I rely on my opportunity to coach to reach and teach young athletes and my own life’s experiences to show others that anything is possible, even when others say it can’t be done.”

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Art “Tappy” Larson (Legend)

City of San Leandro

Athlete Tennis

Arthur David "Art" or "Tappy" Larsen (April 17, 1925 – December 7, 2012) was an American No. 1 male tennis player best remembered for his victory at the U.S. Championships in 1950

and for his eccentricities.[2] He won the "Times" national sports award for the outstanding tennis player of 1950.[3] Larsen was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1969.

He was the first man to win the American amateur championships on the four court surfaces that

existed at the time, grass, clay, hardcourt, and indoor. Since then, only Tony Trabert has equaled his feat.

Larsen's tennis career ended abruptly in November 1956, after a motor scooter accident in Castro Valley, California. He was partially paralyzed and lost sight in one eye. He was the Number 8 ranked American amateur at the time.

Larsen died on December 7, 2012 at the age of 87. Jack Kramer, tennis player and long-time promoter, stated in his 1979 autobiography that Info compliments of Wikipedia "Larsen was fascinating to watch. He had concentrated on tennis as mental therapy after serving long stretches in the front lines during (World War II). He was called Tappy because he went around touching everything for good luck,[4] and sometimes he would chat with an imaginary bird that sat on his shoulder. This was good theatre, but it could never have made Larsen a candidate for a professional tour."[5] John Olliff of The Daily Telegraph ranked Larsen as World No. 3 in 1950.[1] A member of the Olympic Club in San Francisco, he had previously

attended the University of San Francisco, where he was a member of the 1949 NCAA Men's Tennis Championship team. He was 5 feet 10 inches and 150 pounds and was also known for his partying before, and during, his tournament appearances. It was frequently written that Larsen would arrive for an important match directly from an all-night party with no benefit of sleep.[6]

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Madeleine Briones

San Leandro High School Class of 2004

Athlete Wrestling

Madeleine grew up playing San Leandro Bobby Sox since the age of 5 until about 14. She quickly advanced to play travel ball for the young guns softball team under Coach Pete. At San Leandro High School, Maddy played varsity sports all four years. She excelled in three sports - softball, golf and wrestling. Her true love was wrestling, and she earned High School All American wrestler status her junior and senior year. She started wrestling in middle school at Bancroft for Mr. D'Antonio. In High School, she wrestled under Coach Souza and Coach Dylan, her golf coach was Patrick Doohan, and she played softball under Coach Fred Williams.

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Marviel underwood

San Leandro High School Class of 2002

Athlete Football

“Growing up in San Leandro was different for me as a child. It was something I wasn’t use to so to speak. I moved there in 7th grade from Oakland and it was very uncomfortable for me from the start. The environment was unfamiliar at Bancroft Middle School and I had every intention to attend an Oakland high school to be with the friends I grew up with. However, a grade school friend I’ve known since kindergarten (Travares Moore) convinced me to try out for the high school football team and the rest was history. I bought into the system, the team, and the goals. It challenged me as person and prepared me for the real world. Pirate’s style of coaching and football changed how other schools looked at us. We became dominant. Every time I tell this story I’m sure to mention that this was the best decision my mom and I made to better my future. My grandfather always said “no matter where you are, if you’re good enough they’ll find you!” Those are the words that I still live by to this day.”

Marviel Underwood attended San Leandro High School in San Leandro, California, where he earned numerous local awards, including All-Hayward Area Athletic League first-team honors as both a running back (1998 and 1999) and cornerback (1999). In his senior year, he rushed for 1,300 yards and 18 touchdowns, had 3 touchdowns on 4 interceptions, and returned 2 kickoffs for touchdowns.[1]

Marviel attended San Diego State on an athlete scholarship. He was named honorable mention All-Mountain West Conference his junior and senior seasons. He finished his college career with 222 tackles (135 solo), 1 sack, 8 tackles for loss, 3 forced , 2 recoveries, and 1 touchdown on 7 interceptions.

Marviel was selected in the 4th round (115th pick overall) of the 2005 NFL Draft by the . In July 2005, he agreed to a four-year contract with the Packers. He appeared in all 16 regular-season games during the 2005 season. Misfortune hit when he tore two ligaments in his right knee in a preseason game against the San Diego Chargers. He missed the 2006 NFL season after being placed on injured reserve. On August 20, 2007 the Packers released Underwood. After spending over two months as a free agent, Underwood was re-signed by the Packers on November 25. Underwood also signed with the and the Oakland17 Raiders.

Fenton Mole (Legend)

City of San Leandro

Contributor

Fenton Le Roy "Muscles" Mole (June 14, 1925 – February 20, 2017) was an American Major League Baseball player.

Mole was born in San Leandro, California. He played two seasons for Newark in the minor leagues, 1947 and 1949. He was called up on September 1, 1949. Mole played in ten games for the New York Yankees in the 1949 season. He had five hits in 27 at-bats, with a .185 batting average. Mole batted and threw left-handed. He served in the military during World War II.[1] He died in February 2017 at the age of 91.[2]

Fenton was the founding President of the Floresta Little League. His name and title are on a founder plaque mounted on a big rock that sits next to the ball yard at Monroe Elementary. He was a Babe Ruth League manager for many

years. His teams won at least two league championships.

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