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Benjamin Royer is a communication studies major from West Hills, CA. He joined the newspaper in Spring 2021 as a staff writer and became the Valley Life Editor the following semester.
His main beat involves Valley sports, campus-related events, current social issues, and news.
He is also an intern/contributing writer at All Bruins, in association with the FanNation and Sports Illustrated networks.
He is an actor and has appeared on major networks such as ABC, FOX, Showtime, and Disney Channel. He also hosts a podcast called The Double Play with his twin brother and fellow staff writer, Matthew Royer. This can be found on major podcast providers. He hopes to transfer to a university to further explore studies in journalism.
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Valley College to renovate athletic facilitites
The Baseball and Softball Fields, Monarch Stadium and Grass Soccer and Football Field are receiving upgrades. By Benjamin Royer, Sports...
May 26, 20223 min read
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Softball coach Greg Venger steps into smaller role
The coaching switch will see assistant coach Andrea Contreras get promoted in both title and duties. By Benjamin Royer, Sports Editor and...
May 26, 20222 min read
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Valley College baseball is proud, but frustrated about season’s conclusion
The Monarchs' 26 regular season wins were the most since 1989 and marks coach Dave Mallas’ highest win total since taking over the...
May 18, 20223 min read
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Valley overwhelmed by No. 1 Saddleback, drops game one 9-1.
Scoring first but conceding nine runs afterward, the Monarchs were dealt a heavy defeat by the top-seeded Bobcats as absent bats and...
May 6, 20223 min read
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Valley College baseball advances to the First Round after comeback win against Southwestern
Freshman center fielder/starting pitcher Jackson Lapiner threw 3.0 scoreless innings and hit a three-run home run in Tuesday’s contest to...
May 4, 20223 min read
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Danny Veloz’s season-long journey reaches its peak, pitching Valley’s longest start of the year.
Hurling 6.2 innings of three-run ball against the No. 3 ranked Glendale College, Valley’s right-hander has emerged as one of the Western...
Apr 27, 20223 min read
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Worst in the state: Monarchs softball’s lack of preparation showcases disaster on the field
Valley College softball’s season fell into failure and coach Greg Venger is mainly at fault. Opinion by Benjamin Royer, Sports Editor...
Apr 20, 20223 min read
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The Monarchs rule over No. 8-ranked Lancers, flexing their offense in a 17-5 victory
Valley College’s six-run fifth inning helped the Monarchs come out victorious and expand their winning streak to six. By Benjamin Royer,...
Apr 11, 20223 min read
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The United States qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar
After failing to qualify in 2018, the Americans have finished third in their qualifying group and will learn about their group stage...
Mar 31, 20223 min read
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Joshua Wood walks off Bakersfield with an RBI single, Valley wins 6-5
After trailing by a run in the eighth inning, Valley’s offense awoke through multiple clutch hits to grab a series-opening victory. By...
Mar 22, 20223 min read
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Defensive woes and consistent offense allow Owls to take down Monarchs
Valley looked to take a 2-0 series lead against Citrus College on Thursday, but errors helped cause the Monarchs to lose by 10. By...
Mar 17, 20223 min read
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Jackson Lapiner’s second-inning grand slam lifts the Monarchs to an 8-7 victory, sweeping the Lasers
Down 3-0 in the second, Valley looked behind the curve as they had to move to the bullpen, but efficient relief and a grand slam from...
Mar 3, 20223 min read
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Kyle Ayers’ lengthiest start of the season is not enough as Valley drops second-straight
Home runs from Lee Brandzel and Jackson Lapiner were the bulk of Valley's offense, but late pitching miscues allowed Cerritos to take the...
Feb 25, 20223 min read
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Jim Fenwick, former Valley College athletic director and football coach, dies at 69
Working in four decades of Valley College sports, Fenwick coached through different eras of the football program and oversaw athletics...
Feb 21, 20223 min read
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Valley back in win column: Elvis Park walks-off Moorpark
Isaac Amador, Daniel Parra, Josh Eigenbrodt and Edric Rodriguez combined for 10 innings of work without giving up an earned run in...
Feb 15, 20223 min read
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Monarchs battle back, unable to erase early deficit against Falcons in 7-5 loss
Valley College’s late comeback attempt was all for naught, as the Monarchs could not repeat the magic from Thursday afternoon. By...
Feb 12, 20224 min read
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Asher attacks: Valley shortstop’s base-clearing double leads Monarchs to 9-8 comeback victory
Sophomore right-handed relief pitcher Isaac Amador's 2.2 scoreless innings out of the bullpen helped contain the Falcons' scoring during...
Feb 10, 20224 min read
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‘All of my hard work is complete,’ Valley tight end Dupree Fuller Jr. receives Division I HBCU offer
After starring for the Monarchs, Fuller Jr. has grabbed attention from four, four-year universities across the nation. By Benjamin Royer,...
Feb 10, 20222 min read
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“Red (Taylor’s Version)” is good for the soul and good for Taylor
The re-recording of Taylor Swift’s 2012 album “Red” is a reclamation effort that has succeeded along with new tracks and an extended...
Nov 25, 20213 min read
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AstroWorld was an avoidable nightmare
Loss of life should never be the risk when buying a ticket to a music festival; it is up to future organizers to remedy the failures of...
Nov 13, 20213 min read
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Valley College athletics must modernize campus and online activity
With the NCAA steamrolling the market for collegiate sports, it is up to community colleges and programs such as Valley to make their...
Nov 3, 20212 min read
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Spin For A Strike: Valley’s pitching staff finds new ways to develop their game
Through the lead of pitching coach Josh Goossen-Brown, the Monarchs are using technology to recruit, improve techniques and find success....
Oct 29, 20214 min read
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Bulldozed bungalows: Futuristic structure makes way
As previously announced in September, a $90.5 million building is set to replace Valley’s long-standing bungalows. By Benjamin Royer,...
Oct 29, 20212 min read
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Dodgers advance to NLCS; Giants eliminated after 107 win season
A controversial check-swing strike call ended game five Thursday night, but the Dodgers still came away with the 2-1 series-clinching...
Oct 15, 20213 min read
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In the final El Tráfico matchup of 2021, both the fans and players dueled to a shared result
The LA Galaxy and LAFC drew 1-1 Sunday, in a match that combined fan fights and quickfire goals. By Benjamin Royer, Valley Life Editor...
Oct 7, 20213 min read
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Preview: MLB Postseason slate set; Dodgers to play in Wild Card game
The NL West divisional race came down to game 162, but the boys in blue must win on Wednesday to continue their playoff journey. Analysis...
Oct 5, 20213 min read
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“Broadway’s Back!” exclaimed someone who did not tune into the Tony Awards
With misguided messaging and a lost attempt to make the audience feel nostalgic, the 2021 Tony Awards struggled to bring back theater to...
Oct 2, 20213 min read
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Now calling plays for all of athletics, new Athletic Director Dave Mallas starts term in charge
Removing the interim status, Dave Mallas officially replaces Jim Fenwick as Valley College’s athletic director. By Benjamin Royer, Valley...
Sep 29, 20214 min read
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BRIEF: Monarch Cafe is now providing online ordering and contactless pickup
Valley College adopts an online contactless pay and pick up system for the cafeteria. Food ready at the touch of a button; Valley College...
Sep 26, 20212 min read
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One way or another: One question, two opposing viewpoints
It is time to bring back refreshments to campus Since returning to campus, the Movita Juice Bar and refreshment centers have been closed....
Sep 25, 20214 min read
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COVID-19 vaccine mandated across Valley College and LACCD campuses
LACCD’s Board of Trustees made a revision to their previous policy now requiring employees and students to be fully vaccinated against...
Sep 14, 20213 min read
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The second round of Los Angeles’ heated soccer rivalry ends deadlocked
LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC tie 3-3 in match hosted at Banc of California Stadium. By Benjamin Royer, Valley Life Editor Both Los...
Sep 8, 20212 min read
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Valley College students can receive $1000 award if eligible for financial aid
Students enrolled in fall semester can apply for $1000 through FAFSA, California College Promise grant, Dream Act grant or through...
Sep 3, 20212 min read
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With the summer heat picking up, comes a summer sports update
Valley teams look to practice to compete heading towards the fall sporting seasons. By Benjamin Royer, Staff Writer Valley College sports...
Jun 7, 20212 min read
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Malls don’t deserve our time or our dime
Weekend walks and shopping sprees in malls should be a thing of the past in this post-pandemic age of entertainment. Opinion by Benjamin...
May 28, 20212 min read
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Galaxy take the first round of three in Major League Soccer’s most heated rivalry
LA Galaxy competed to the end against Los Angeles FC to defeat their bitter rivals 2-1 in El Tráfico’s first appearance in 2021. Analysis...
May 15, 20212 min read
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Get ahead or catch up; summer courses await students at Valley
Courses for the summer session are now available to enroll. By Benjamin Royer, Staff Writer With students at Valley preparing for the...
May 9, 20212 min read
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"Invincible" Review: a superhero show that takes off in bloody fashion
“Invincible” lifts the superhero genre to new heights with a bloody origin. By Benjamin Royer, Staff Writer This new slab of paint on the...
May 2, 20212 min read
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European Super League gloriously crashes within 48 hours of its existence
World Football’s worst attempted coup took a beating from fans and was knocked out in rapid fashion. Opinion By Benjamin Royer, Staff...
Apr 21, 20213 min read
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Valley outfielder shows work ethic on the field and online
Stephen Knez shows that being a social influencer and baseball player goes hand in hand. By Benjamin Royer, Staff Writer Valley College’s...
Apr 14, 20213 min read
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Opening Day Preview: Dodgers look to repeat, while the Angels look to rise
Coming off a World Series victory, the Dodgers look to play in strong fashion while the Angels look to make it to the postseason for the...
Mar 31, 20213 min read
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Madness is not the only thing spreading through March
While weaning off throughout the country, COVID-19 still stunted the season of March Madness hopefuls and the safety of the tournament....
Mar 29, 20212 min read
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Rugby comes to Los Angeles with the Giltinis first match at the Coliseum
The Los Angeles Giltinis bring a professional rugby franchise to the city, looking to grow the game beyond the collegiate level. By...
Mar 24, 20212 min read
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America’s pastime is better off not being changed for the future
Major League Baseball’s commissioner has an obsession, and it is changing the game that America loves. Opinion by Benjamin Royer, Staff...
Mar 24, 20213 min read
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March Madness preview: with March, comes the maddest tournament in its history
A year after the tournament was scrapped, a new field of 68 teams compete for their “shining moment.” Analysis by Benjamin Royer, Staff...
Mar 16, 20213 min read
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Take me out to the crowd: spring training has begun
Major League Baseball’s spring training has started with fans in attendance as we move to a possible Opening Day with fans. By Benjamin...
Mar 8, 20212 min read
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No callback for Zoom auditions
Auditions for the acting industry have been online since last March, but it is time to go back and stand in front of the casting...
Mar 8, 20213 min read
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Controversial pitcher Trevor Bauer joins the Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Trevor Bauer to the highest annual average contract in Major League Baseball History, but his past social...
Feb 24, 20212 min read
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Five Lady Monarchs get honored with their successes in the classroom
The academics of five Valley College Women’s Basketball players send them to the Academic All-State Team. By Benjamin Royer, Staff Writer...
Feb 22, 20212 min read
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