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Contributing Writers Linda Boyd Cindy Esquer T.J. Jorgensen Marianne Minneci Brian Mulligan David Ramsey Lita Sorensen Justin Sullivan Tina Torelli Melody Walcott Shanna Wolfe
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Gaming News 2¢ Jackpot Winner & New Host for “Lucky Break”
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Entertainment
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Cover Story “Talking Stick Resort is Now Open”
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Card Room Action
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Woman’s Point of View Marianne Minneci
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Boyd’s Eye View of Video Poker Linda Boyd
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TJ’s Blackjack Corner T.J. Jorgensen
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Lottery News and Latest Draws
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Horsin’ Around Brian Mulligan
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David at the Snack Rar David Ramsey
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Gaming News Baseball – World Series Odds
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Lottery News
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Mega Millions arrives in Arizona
Gaming News BlueWater Award and Cliff Castle Tribute
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Travel Visit National Parks in Arizona for FREE!
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Bingo Directory of Games
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Astrology, Joke of the Month, & Casino Directory
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GAMING NEWS LONE BUTTE’S “LUCKY BREAK” HAS NEW HOST
TWO CENT SLOT PAYS WINNER $70,000!
CBS 5 morning show television personality and energetic weather man Paul Horton is the new host for Lucky Break at Lone Butte Casino. Horton assumes hosting duties of the local singing competition beginning with the March 20 broadcast. “Lucky Break” is a competition which positions Valley singers against one another for the chance at stardom. The winner of the competition receives $10,000 in cash and a trip for two to Las Vegas for an audition with major record label executives. The show airs every Saturday night at 11:35pm on CBS 5. Former host Brad Perry has taken on a new position at a San Diego station, but was happy to leave the show in Paul’s capable hands. Paul Horton will continue to report the weather on CBS 5’s morning show and be a part of the CBS 5 team while hosting Lucky Break at Lone Butte Casino.
Larry Cromwell recently became Lone Butte Casino’s newest winner when he hit a jackpot worth nearly $70,000 at a two cent 3X4X5X Progressive slot machine. The Valley resident was shocked when he learned he had won the progressive jackpot and thrilled to take home such a huge win from his favorite casino. “I couldn’t believe that it happened to me,” said Larry. Lone Butte Casino’s latest winner said that the jackpot came at a great time for him, but he thought it might take a while before it really sinks in as to how much he had actually won. Lone Butte Casino is located off the 202 Freeway at Kyrene just outside of Chandler. It is one of three casinos operated by Gila River Gaming Enterprises. The other casinos are Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino located off the I-10 at Wild Horse Pass Blvd. and Vee Quiva Casino located at 51st Ave and Baseline.
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“This show is a great fit for me and I am excited to come on board as the new host while still being an active part of the CBS 5 team,” said Horton. “I have had the opportunity to appear as a judge on the show in the past and I’ve seen what a great and entertaining platform the show provides to some very talented local singers.” Auditions for Lucky Break at Lone Butte Casino take place every Wednesday in the Cascades Lounge. Performers may register online at WinGilaRiver.com or in person at the Lone Butte Casino’s Players Club desk. Registration is required in order to perform at one of the weekly competitions which are held every Thursday night. Lone Butte Casino is located at 1077 S. Kyrene Rd. (the 202 loop at the Kyrene exit in Chandler) For more information call1800-946-4452, or go to www. WinGilaRiver.com
ENTERTAINMENT Apache Gold Casino Resort
Casino Del Sol
Fort McDowell Casino
5 miles East of Globe on Hwy 70 1-800-APACHE-3 Events & concerts in the Pavilion: call for updated schedule Cabaret Lounge: Free entertainment on weekends with bands like: Back Stage Crew, West 10 Bank and many more
5655 W. Valencia Rd., Tucson 520-838-6506 AVA Amphitheater concert & event schedule: Apr 24, Live WWW/MMA event May 15, Noche de Las Estrellas May 22, Chayanne Jun 5, Tony Bennett June 7, Goo Goo Dolls FREE live entertainment at The Paradiso Bar on Fri & Sat: with live bands – plus Free Tribute concerts on Thursdays: Apr 22, Fleetwood Mac Tribute - Apr 29, Tim McGraw Tribute – May 6, Eagles Tribute and May 13, Green Day Tribute
N of Shea off Hwy 87, Fountain Hills 1-800-THE-FORT Free entertainment Fri – Sun in the Lucky 7 Saloon featuring: Cowboy Floyd, The Chris Lukert Band, The Realtones and Furious George updates at fortmcdowellcasino.com
BlueWater Resort and Casino 11300 Resort Dr., Parker 1-888-243-3360 The Dig Lounge: live bands, Tues-Sun
Casino Arizona 101 at McKellips, Scottsdale 480-850-7734 In the Showroom: May 5, Cinco de Mayo Comedy Fiesta Tues-Sun, “Showstoppers Live” A musical tribute to Elvis, Reba, Temptations and more Pima Lounge: Live entertainment nightly featuring groups like: Powerdrive, Shining Star and True to Life Arizona Room: features artists like: Chuck Peterson, Brian Walker, Nathan Vander-Voort, Paul Wells & Monty Banks
Cliff Castle Casino I-17 at exit 289 in Camp Verde 1-800-381-SLOT Stargazer Pavilion: May 21 Eddie Money Dragonfly Lounge: Free entertainment on weekends with bands like: Cold Shott & The Hurricane Horns, Navajo Sundowners, Leavin Ruston, The Garage Boys, Srt8up Band and Latin Touch
Desert Diamond Casino Hotel 7350 South Nogales Hwy, Tucson Toll Free 1-866-DDC-WINS Monsoon Night Club: Live bands Thurs-Sun at 8pm
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Resort and Casino 15406 Maricopa Rd., Maricopa 480-802-5000 Free entertainment nightly - updated schedule at harrahsphoenix.com
Hon-Dah Resort and Casino Highways 260 and 73, Pinetop 1-800-WAY-UP-HIGH In the Timbers Lounge: Mon, Comedy Club - no cover Tues-Sat, Live Music with bands like: Jadi Norris, Clan Destine II, Nitro Express, Static, Walker Williams, the Doo-Wah Riders and Brandi Thorton
Lone Butte Casino 202 loop at the Kyrene exit – Chandler, 1-800-WIN-GILA Free live entertainment Fri & Sat in the Cascades Lounge featuring bands like: Rhythm Edition, JJ’s Band, The Hamptons and Jadi Norris – Also every Thursday night - don’t miss the “Live” “Lucky Break” singing competition
Desert Diamond Casino
Tony Bennett
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1100 W. Pima Mine Rd., Tucson 520-294-7777 or1-866-DDC-WINS Free entertainment In the Sports Lounge Concerts & Events in the Diamond Center: Call for updated schedule
Mazatzal Hotel & Casino 1/2-mile South of Payson on Hwy 87 1-800-777-PLAY www.777play.com Tribute Bands every month – Call for an updated schedule
Paradise Casino
Paul Rodriguez 450 Quechan Drive, Yuma 1-888-777-4946 Sharky’s Lounge: Live Entertainment weekends
Quechan Casino Resort 525 Algodones Rd, Winterhaven CA (5 mi W of Yuma) 1-877-783-2426 Sidewinders Lounge: Live entertainment weekends
Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino I-10 at Wild Horse Pass exit Chandler 1-800-WIN-GILA In the Ovations LIVE! Showroom: Apr 22, Keith Emerson & Greg Lake Apr 23, The Temptations May 1, Paul Rodriquez The Encore Lounge features bands like: Marty & the Party, Eagleheart, Ronnie Dye, Pima Express, Jadi Norris, Troubadours, Coppertown Band, Tyrone D & the Ledge, The Hamptons, Marlin Zimmerman, Rhythm Edition, Str8Up Band, Route 66 and The Stephanie Easton band,
Talking Stick Resort
Keith Emerson
Greg Lake
Loop 101 and Indian Bend Road – Scottsdale Call for updated schedule
COVER STORY
Casino Arizona Unveils “Phase One” Of Talking Stick Resort
Casino Arizona, an enterprise of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRP-MIC), proudly announces the first phase of its new property, Talking Stick Resort. This is an important threshold for the SRP-MIC who independently own and operate Talking Stick Resort, an original resort destination, conveniently located at 9800 E. Indian Bend Road in Scottsdale. The new property replaces Casino Arizona’s current location on Indian Bend Road. “Ocean Trail” – A seafood bar
continued demonstrated commitment from all of our partners in this project, we are on track for our phased roll out of all Talking Stick Resort amenities. There will be “new” news to share about the property throughout the months ahead.” In this initial phase, guests will enjoy many of the amenities that will make the property unmatched in sophistication, quality and service in every facet of a full-scale resort experience. Amenities available include: s An expansive 240,000 square-feet gaming floor featuring 860 multi-dimensional slot machines, a variety of table games and a state-of-the art nonsmoking poker room. An innovative idea A full service bar inside the “Wandering Horse Buffet”
Casino visitors will experience many of the appealing elements of the new property, as they unfold, including the much anticipated, nearly double-the-size gaming floor; an enhanced poker room that will continue to hold the record as the state’s largest; an eclectic list of restaurants, eight in total; six diverse entertainment lounges and a new world-class cultural exhibit.
Guests will be astounded by the level of detail that went into every room including the commissioned artwork from Arizona’s territorial days that will adorn the walls; the plantation shutters on the windows; and the rain-down showerhead in the elegant bathrooms. Each room was designed for optimal comfort. “This is our first of many milestones that will be achieved at Talking Stick Resort over the next few months,” said Jon Jenkins, President and CEO of Casino Arizona and Talking Stick Resort. “Many individuals deserve recognition for this first accomplishment. Only through collaboration at every level can a feat of this magnitude be completed. With the 8 ARIZONA PLAYER APRIL 2010
s Several restaurants and entertainment lounges such as, Wandering Horse Buffet, a 350-seat international buffet; Ocean Trail, a 19-seat lounge serving the freshest seafood and Creole fare; Orange Sky, 15th floor signature restaurant serving aged beef, seafood and fresh seasonal vegetables and Shadows, a hip martini and cigar lounge. s ! CONFERENCE CENTER COMPRISED OF MORE THAN 100,000 square-feet of flexible indoor-outdoor conference space including 22 state-of-the art meeting rooms and a 25,000 square-foot grand ballroom. s A highly-valued collection of contemporary Native American art displayed in the cultural center and throughout the property. Pieces include exclusively commissioned paintings, A luxurious bathroom in one of the hotel rooms
“Shadows” – A martini bar and cigar lounge with live music
sculptures, as well as historic photos. The collection is considered the finest to be exhibit outside of a museum or gallery. s Talking Stick Golf Club, managed by Troon Golf, has two championship-caliber golf courses including a links-style North Course and a traditional, tree-lined South Course. Additional amenities expected to open in the next couple of months include the property’s main pool and cabana which will be a new destination in time for Arizona’s signature pool party season; the 750-seat showroom featuring live, headliner music and comedic entertainment; and the 14th floor, Spa at Talking Stick which will offer services and products inspired by the history and culture of the SRP-MIC.
“Orange Sky” Signature restaurant with a spectacular view of the city
Talking Stick Resort, located on Indian Bend Road, just east of Loop 101 in Scottsdale, is currently taking reservations. For more information on reservations and amenities, visit its Web site www.talkingstickresort. com and or call 866-TSR-9897
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FROM A WOMAN’S POINT OF VIEW
“ELEVATE YOUR GAME� IN TALKING STICK RESORT’S NEW POKER ROOM
n April 15, after much anticipaby Marianne Minneci tion, the new Casino Arizona Talking Stick Resort will open. After years of work and planning the time is almost here and like many of you I personally can’t wait. It has been exciting watching this new facility take shape over the last two years. Passing by on the 101 everyday going to and from work, I watched the structure rise like a Phoenix from what was once a parking lot. This is truly an end of an era. I will always remember many good times at the current location. When it first opened its doors the poker room was confined to a small area of the original tent. The place was always packed to the rafters and it was not uncommon to wait for well over an hour or more for a table. Things have sure changed from the early days at Casino Arizona. It’s bigger and better and still offering some of the best gaming in Arizona. As the saying goes “One door opens when another one closes.� This thought crossed my mind last Sunday as I was playing in the monthly “Jack and Jill� tournament at Casino Arizona at Indian Bend. I came to the realization that this would probably be the last tournament I would play at the tents. It seems like only yesterday when I attended the grand opening for the cur-
rent poker room and now next month I will be playing in the new and improved Poker Room at Talking Stick Resort Casino. I spoke with Kent Odekirk, Poker Director at Casino Arizona recently and he was bursting with excitement as he talked about the new poker room. Kent said “We listened to our players and we have encompassed everything they have asked for in this new poker room.� The poker room will be its own separate area. The new room will have fifty all new poker tables. Signing up for games will be easy at the new automated kiosk which will also track your play. The room will be non-smoking, but there will be an area set-up for those who wish to take a smoke break. Along with other amenities, the room will have big screen TVs for viewing all of your favorite games while you play. It will also have its own restaurant and one more important feature; the restrooms will now be located in the poker room. The quarter mile sprint to the restroom during tournament breaks will be a thing of the past. Opening week promises to be a spectacular! You can “Elevate Your Game� on Sat April 17, by playing in the $5,000 Added – Turbo No Limit Hold-em Championship Tournament - with a first place payout of $11,600. Buy-in for this event is $175.00 + a $25.00 service fee. Players will
start with $7,500 in chips. An optional $10 Staff Appreciation will give you an additional $2,500. On April 19 – April 23 look for “Super Splash Pots with Kickers�, $12,000 will be splashed daily. Four lucky tables will be drawn at 6am, 10am, 12pm, 3pm, 5pm and 9pm. The winning table will be splashed with $100 – winning hand of course wins the pot – But all losing players will receive $50 each - so everyone is a winner. Players must be seated and playing when the table is announced in order to be eligible. As if all this is not enough, it gets better. During opening week April 19 -23 there will be an Opening Special $1,000 add on added to the prize pool of regularly scheduled tournaments which equates to the following: Mon – Fri at 11:15am (4/19 – 4/23) $1,750.00 added. Tues April 20 at 7pm - $2,000 added. Wed April 21 at 7pm - $4,000 added. Yes, many great things will be happening in the new poker room at Casino Arizona Talking Stick Resort. However, some things will remain the same - the non-stop poker action 24 hours a day, the same great line-up of monthly tournaments and the courteous and friendly poker room staff. Hope to see you all at the Grand Opening. Until next time, “Have a Lucky Month�. Write me at azpokerlady@cox.net
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A BOYD’S EYE VIEW OF VIDEO POKER
by Linda Boyd
WRAP AND RIBBON
rightly wrapped gifts, especially those covered with glittery paper and colorful ribbon, make recipients feel excited with the anticipation of opening that gift. In fact, the package’s wrap in some cultures is considered part of the present. What does this have to do with playing video poker in your local casino? It’s all about finding a good home for unwanted gifts and perks bestowed on you by your local casino. I’m probably not the only one that dislikes clutter in their closets, but some people don’t quite know what to do with all the incentive gifts handed out to frequent players. Here are some tips for sharing the wealth without appearing tacky
NON-RECYCLABLE: Sometimes you’re going to have to bite the bullet and just turn down the t-shirt with the casino’s name emblazoned on the front. Personally I rarely wear t-shirts, except to color my hair, and I can only use so many for that. You really shouldn’t embarrass yourself by giving a gift with the name of the local casino right on the front or back. You’ll know immediately if it’s one of those “just say no” sort of gifts.
CHARITABLE DONATIONS: I save sample-sized hotel bath items, like soap and shampoo, and give to charities. Homeless shelters, refuges for abused women and organizations that help job-seekers, accept these kinds of donations. I also give stuffed animals, toys and games to local schools. Make sure the casino’s name is not on the item if you are donating to a school.
FRIENDS AND FAMILY: Some things are definitely perfect as recycled gifts. For example, gift certificates usually have no expiration dates and are transferable. I see nothing tacky about using them and really appreciate it when the casinos offer gift cards instead of logoed items.
STORAGE: Most frequent players have a special closet they use to store gifts from the casino for future use. It’s nice to be able to find an appropriate thank-you gift to those who do something nice for us. I really dislike clutter, so it’s important to clean out the gift space every now and then. If there’s no reasonable place for it, then take it to the nearest Good Will drop off and make sure you pick up a receipt for the tax write-off.
COMMUNICATING TO CASINOS: I don’t want to appear ungrateful and look the proverbial gift horse in the mouth, but it seems like a real waste -- when an unwanted expensive gift is awarded by a casino. An example is a glass trophy, tiffany no less, with the name of the casino featured front and center. I know it was costly but I have no use for it whatsoever and can’t even donate it to a charity with a clear 14 ARIZONA PLAYER APRIL 2010
conscious. I honestly think patrons should inform casino staff when such a ridiculous gift is given to customers. There are times when so many thousands are purchased that the entire package could have been better spent on a drawing bestowing something worthwhile to a lucky few.
NON-TRANSFERABLE: I really wish I could gift some of the food comps I earn to others. Lately, I’ve noticed a smaller window of opportunity to use these earned comps and more casinos moving in the direction of discretionary comps. (A discretionary comp is one that’s up to casino staff, usually a host, and is not removed from your comp balance.) I’m sure this makes sense in the short run, since they often go unused or not even requested. However, in the long run frequent players feel some resentment over the limitation, especially when they’re enduring a bad luck cycle. It really does soften the blow when the casino shows appreciation for your business. The same rule of wastefulness applies to items with the casino’s logo. Many people refuse to wear them and organizations, like schools, can’t even accept them as donations.
FINAL THOUGHTS: As one of my friends likes to say when I point to casino “freebies,” “Oh you’re paying for them.” Really this is a true statement if you want to be honest with yourself. So why not make the most of the gifts and find a good way to wrap and ribbon them for others who will put them to good use? If you have a special spot for all the spoils they’ll be easier to locate and save you money in the process. Hopefully, marketing staff will take extra time to buy useful, non-logoed gifts for their customers in the future. Meanwhile, don’t let these items just gather dust in your closet -- use, donate or recycle these casino treasures. Linda Boyd, a longtime table-game player before turning to video poker, also writes for “Southern Gaming” & “Midwest Gaming and Travel.” Her book, “The Video Poker Edge,” includes free removable pay schedules and her free strategy cards for the most-popular games. The Second Edition is now available at amazon.com, bookstores or Square One Publishers. www. squareonepublishers.com or call 877-900-BOOK. Best Tutorial Software; Dean Zamzow’s – Win Poker: www.videopokerpractice.com
TJ’S BLACKJACK CORNER
by TJ Jorgensen
LUCK OF THE IRISH BLACKJACK TOURNAMENT
t. Patrick’s Day to me means just one thing, the 6th annual Blackjack tournament at Gila River Casino Wild Horse Pass Hotel & Casino. Since I hadn’t been out to the new Gila River property, I thought that this would be a perfect opportunity to check out the new facility, and play a great tournament. With one of Arizona’s top photographers, Erin Edmonson, accompanying me to photograph the event, we arrived at about 4pm. From the moment we pulled up, we were both impressed. Director of Games Michael Thompson gave us the grand tour of the property that included the area’s hottest new night club, “AIRIA.” You’ll want to put on your “dancin’ shoes” and check out this place! We also toured all the new lounges, and some terrific new restaurants, including Arizona’s first “Shula’s All American Steak House.” I was so overwhelmed that I decided to get a room for the evening, and it, too, was stunning. If you haven’t been out to the new Hotel casino, you owe it to yourself to check out the newest premier Casino Hotel in Arizona. This year, the format of the tournament changed from past years and was expanded to 125 entries. As usual, the tournament was very well-organized, and a sellout. One of the reasons that this tournament is so popular is because the casino adds $6,600 to the prize pool, making it a positive expectation venture for the player. Here is the math: The tournament pays through five places, with an average payout of $2,570 at the final table. Your chances of getting in the money are 25-1. In other words, you would get in the money once every 25 times you entered, by luck alone. With an entry fee of $60, you would invest $1,500 to enter 25 times, with an expected return of $2,570 giving you a positive expectation of $1,070 for every 25 tournaments entered. This is the reason, no matter what your skill level is, you should always enter this type of event, plus they are a lot of fun and everyone always has a good time.
In the first round, there were five players seated at each table, and everyone started with $1,000 in chips. Betting limits were $10 to $500, with Blackjack paying 2 to 1. A chip count would be held at the completion of hand 16. At the end of 21 hands, the player with the most chips would advance to the semifi16 ARIZONA PLAYER APRIL 2010
nal. There would be five semifinal tables, with five players each, and again the player with the most chips after 21 hands would advance to the final. In the first round, I played the first 10 hands somewhat conservative, and evaluated my competition. My goal for hands 11-16 was to be within $250 of the leader. After the chip count at hand 16, I had $1,600, and the lead. At this point, I calculated my position for the final hand, which was third. This meant that only two players would bet after me, so I felt I was in decent shape. On the final hand I estimated that player 1 had $1000 in chips, he only bet $10, player 2 had $1300 and made a max bet of $500. I was next to bet and the correct play for me was to cover as many scenarios as possible. Since I had $1600 in chips I matched player 2’s $500 bet, that way if player 1 and 2 had the same result as me, and we all lost or all won I would advance, if player 2 received a blackjack or doubled down I could still cover her bet. Players 4 and 5 were next to bet, they both had around $500 in chips and both bet the max. When the final hand was dealt, player one had 13, player two had 10, I received the best hand of 20, player four had 14 and player five had 15, the dealer turned up a 4. When player 2 doubled down on her 10 with another $500 and received a 10 to give her a hand of 20, it created a real dilemma for me. If I stood and we both won the hand she would advance because she now had $1,000 wagered to my $500 and I only had a $300 chip lead, the only way I would advance is if the dealer made 21 which is a lot less likely that the dealer busting with a 4 up which happens 40% of the time. I split my 10s and caught 7s on both. The dealer made 17 and I pushed while player 2 won and my night was over. A player wins while the other pushes happens only 8% of the time, I was beat by the luck factor. The tournament was won by David Bertram who took home the first place prize of $6600. Congratulations to David. Until next time I hope you play winning Blackjack.
T.J. Jorgensen has been a professional Blackjack player for over 20 years. He is well known for his live tournament play, both locally and internationally. He has competed against, and beaten, some of the top tournament players in the world. He is the author of the book, "Beating the Casino at Their Own Game," available through his web site www.freewebs.com/tjsblackjackcorner or by e-mail TJ4justice1@msn.com
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LOTTERY NEWS & DRAWS HALF A MILLION ON A SCRATCHER TICKET! Adam Wienshienk had a big grin on his face when he turned in his winning Extreme Cash Scratchers ticket worth $500,000. That’s a hefty return on a $20 investment. Angela Young and her husband were also wearing big grins on their faces when they turned in their $500,000 winning ticket at the Arizona Lottery office. Who wouldn’t be grinning upon discovering their ticket was worth half a million dollars? Adam only plays the $5 to $20 Scratchers and usually redeems his winning tickets for new ones; this time was no exception. He redeemed a winning ticket for $15, added $5 to it and purchased one $20 Extreme Cash. Angela doesn’t usually play Scratchers in the $20 price range, but it was a new ticket with a huge top prize, and since it was the beginning of a new year she took a chance and bought one. Adam went out to his car and before he even left the parking lot, scratched the ticket. When he was finished, and saw the amount he’d won, the first words out of his mouth were, “Oh My God!” Within a half hour of scratching his ticket, Adam had signed the back of it, and stopped off at his wife’s workplace to show it to her. They both spent the entire weekend in shock because even though it was right there in front of them, they had a hard time believing it was real and not a mistake. And of course, being the weekend, Adam had to wait until Monday to have it redeemed. Angela took her ticket home to scratch and it wasn’t until she got to the last number that she found the winning match. She was feeling a little shaky when she saw the $500,000 amount in the
box, so she just sat and waited for her husband to come home from work. As soon as she heard his car pull into the driveway, she called him on his cell phone and told him, “Come to my office right away.” He immediately thought something was wrong, so as soon as he came in to the room, she showed him the ticket. Like Adam and his wife, they looked at it in shock, rechecked it a number of times and then made the decision to take it to the store to be checked. The ticket was a winner -- they hadn’t made a mistake. And although they were still reeling from the adrenalin rush, Angela had enough presence of mind to sign the back of the ticket. Scratchers tickets are Adam’s favorite game because, “I like to know if I’m a winner right now – instead of a few days from now.” But at his wife’s request, he does play Powerball when the jackpot is high. Angela only buys Scratchers tickets if she has a few extra dollars – and usually they’re in the $2 to $3 price range. Her husband will buy the Powerball tickets for both of them. Adam always “knew” he would one day win a big one. He and his wife plan to pay off their cars, and save a big chunk of Adam’s winnings but not before they celebrate his birthday “big time,” in Las Vegas. Angela and her husband said, “Their dream has always been to pay off their home.” The Arizona Lottery is proud to have played a major role in enabling these two families to have their wishes come true.
“IT COULDN’T HAPPEN TO A NICER GUY”
him purchased a “Slingo Trio”. When it was his turn in line, on a whim he said, “I’ll take one of those” and pointed to the same ticket. David then continued on to work, but instead of heading directly indoors, he decided to scratch the ticket. When he saw the amount he’d won was $50,000, he sat there in shock. “I almost had a heart attack.” After a few moments, he went inside and told his non-Lottery-playing brother he was going to take some time off as he had to go to the Lottery and redeem his ticket. His brother thought he was kidding around until he saw the ticket. When David left to go to the Lottery, his brother was still shaking
David Martinez, who owns a construction company with his brother, makes it part of his routine when he’s on his way to work to purchase a soda and buy a Scratchers ticket. It was business as usual for David with one exception; he’d already purchased his soda, but decided to stop for a refill. While waiting in line to pay for his drink, the woman in front of 18 ARIZONA PLAYER APRIL 2010
THE PICK
Date
02-03-11-24-26-33 04-15-23-25-36-40 08-25-30-36-43-44 10-11-15-28-31-34 03-05-40-41-42-43 16-18-21-24-25-38 02-10-22-30-33-41 08-16-22-26-28-34 18-24-27-29-30-43
3 6 10 13 17 20 24 27 31
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MARCH
01 02 03 04 05 06 08 09 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 29 30 31
MARCH
POWERBALL
PICK 3 CASH 4 9-9-9 2-4-1 1-0-5 1-6-6 7-0-5 7-1-6 9-1-7 9-5-6 2-9-7 5-5-0 8-8-1 3-8-3 6-2-5 3-0-1 1-7-3 4-8-2 8-3-9 1-0-8 9-9-7 6-9-4 9-5-1 7-5-6 2-2-1 3-3-5 2-8-4 4-9-6 8-1-0
Numbers
07-09-14-45-49 10-29-33-41-59 17-21-37-41-50 06-16-20-31-36 24-26-45-48-55 09-36-39-44-45 14-20-24-39-49 07-21-32-44-52 05-13-17-45-54
06-15-24-25 14-17-23-24 07-10-17-23 04-10-17-26 06-21-22-26 01-04-05-23 04-06-08-25 02-07-15-19 02-10-13-22 01-19-21-24 02-03-05-21 11-19-22-23 05-08-10-15 01-05-06-12 08-11-16-19 05-14-17-25 02-07-08-18 01-13-15-26 03-11-14-24 04-05-16-24 05-11-15-26 04-10-14-25 01-15-21-22 11-19-22-26 02-12-15-21 06-09-18-25 04-07-13-21
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23 15 01 08 08 09 07 10 12
4 2 2 5 2 2 3 4 5
PICK 5
07-10-11-13-24 02-22-23-28-34 07-11-15-18-35 05-09-11-29-30 12-20-25-26-37 02-24-27-31-39 01-07-10-13-30 02-11-17-31-36 12-16-24-32-34 19-26-27-35-37 09-10-17-36-37 10-14-31-36-39 01-23-28-33-35 02-17-23-28-39 02-12-18-36-38 01-03-08-15-35 11-22-31-35-38 10-12-17-21-31 04-09-19-34-36 02-04-12-19-27 03-16-23-28-39 01-05-07-28-35 09-13-29-30-34 01-06-13-25-27 04-08-10-22-25 07-09-10-15-18 20-23-29-30-32
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his head in disbelief and muttering to himself. When David arrived at the Lottery, he still had not told his wife or sons. He wanted to wait until the ticket was verified. He called his wife while she was at work. She screamed, “Oh, My God.” Five minutes later, she called him back to ask him, “Are you kidding?” Meanwhile, his brother had already informed everyone he knew. Without exception, when informed of his win, all of his friends said, “It couldn’t happen to a nicer guy.” David intends to pay off some bills, get new tires for his truck, give a little “fun” spending money to each of his two sons, and put some away.
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ith the majority of the Kentucky Derby preps by Brian in the books, the wise Mulligan can take a look back as tradition is always relevant in this sport but before we look at this year’s top contenders and get my Derby pick, what has history taught us? Five races have had the greatest impact on the Derby in recent years. They are the Arkansas, Florida and Santa Anita Derbies, the Blue Grass Stakes and the Wood Memorial. More about the winners of those preps a bit later on. Basically, runners have to come to Louisville on top of their game, as since 1937, only a handful of winners have finished off the board in their final start before the Derby. When clever horse bettors start burning the midnight oil for that Derby winner, they should know that having a super race at Churchill Downs is NOT the signal that a win on Derby Day is imminent. Only 5 Derby winners since 1990 ran well at CD before the Derby. Here are some other guidelines.
wrinkle and rate if he wants to be successful at Churchill. Candy has a high cruising speed, and if you got deep in his pedigree, you’ll find a classy runner that won at a mile-and-a-half on grass. Most Kentucky Derby winners or Triple Crown Lookin at Lucky has been anything but of late, contenders overall just don’t fall off trees. They with three rough trips in a row. After being sawed have to be nurtured, coddled, scolded and punished like the equine children that they are, and it off in the Santa Anita Derby, he put his head down takes more than talent to reach the pinnacle of the and still was trying hard to the end in a way that suggests he wants to beat you. game the first Saturday in May. It takes a master Of the last 2 preps, the Blue Grass winner game plan. Stately Victor, although a 40-1 winner, should offer Trainers and basketball coaches have a lot in common. In hoops, you have to treat players differ- the most argument. He has a style that screams classic distance, and he is in the right barn of ently. Some respond to being called on the carpet Barbaro’s mentor Michael Matz. day-in and day out, when mistakes are made, and Jon Court gave Arkansas Derby hero Line of some go into a shell when singled out because of David an absolutely perfect ride. He opened up a mental error or a super bad decision. Trainers have to be a combination of good-cop, bad-cop, big off legit splits, just held it together, and showed grit in the process. The concern is that he appears brother, and maybe most importantly, partly the reincarnation of Sunny Jim Fitzsimmons, who won to be need the lead type, and with a ton of speed projected in the Derby in May, that could be a the Kentucky Derby three times and saddled the concern. These guys are the main players, but winners of 10 other Triple Crown races. for those that are looking for a live long-shot, Players have to depend on trainers that have a grand scheme and good game plan in regard to the there would be worse places to go then Richard grueling Triple Crown Trail. Once a trainer tries to Mandella’s Setsuko, if he is lucky enough to somehow get into the race. He is bred to go the classic play “catchup,” after missing time because of any circumstance, that runner is in jeopardy of not only distance, as his sire Pleasantly Perfect not only won the Breeders’ Cup Classic but also the Dubai missing the Triple Crown races, but of having his entire career negatively impacted by being pushed. World Cup. In his final Kentucky Derby prep, Setsuko was Eskendereya is the favorite for the big show in hung wide, yet still ran the last furlong in under Louisville. His Fountain of Youth win was validated 12 seconds. The concern is that he will have to when the others from that race came back to win, get lucky, in all likelihood with some defections and he stamped his ticket as the chalk with the because his bankroll is light. This guy just may be dominating win in the Wood Memorial. The son of the best, with a look at a huge price. Giant’s Causeway has only run one poor race, with The pick is Eskendereya. The way he won the a legit excuse that day. His stalk and pounce style is Wood geared down is seldom seen and reminds of absolutely ideal for success. From the other coast come the 2 horses to deny former Kentucky Derby winner Sunny’s Halo. The best strategy may be to key Eskendereya on top, with in Lookin at Lucky and Sidney’s Candy. Candy has some bombs in the gimmicks and try to get lucky. eye-catching speed, but may have to show a new
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DAVID AT THE SNACK BAR Date Night The Foster’s try to add some spice to their marriage by taking their weekly date night to the by city, when they take someone’s reservation at the David hottest restaurant in town things go wrong. The Ramsey couple whose reservation they took are wanted by some very bad people, who are now after the Foster’s. They end up on the run through New York City trying to find out why they are being pursued. The film is reminiscent of many comedy chase films of the past but a good cast and an even mixture of comedy and action make it worth watching
David’s Video Details AVATAR On a distant planet the natives stand in the way of a mining operation. They are infiltrated and then attacked with superior weapons and forces. The story is “Dances with Wolves” with an unbelievable ending. Oh, it looks amazing, even in 2D, but the story and the acting wear thin.
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Kick-Ass A high school comic book fan decides to put on a costume and become superhero, of course the fact that he has no powers, training or equipment soon becomes a problem. He quickly becomes an internet phenomenon inspiring an ex-cop and her daughter looking for revenge to don costumes and follow his lead. It may sound like a kid’s movie, but it is not – it is rated R, a very hard R for rough language and bloody violence. It does have its funny moments but make no mistake this is an action movie – and a very good one. The action is intense, the writing is witty and acting is very good. I had a great time and so will you – if you leave the kids at home. 22 ARIZONA PLAYER APRIL 2010
A divorced couple rekindle their romance at their son’s college graduation. Jake is remarried but he pursues Jane, his ex, who is a more cautious and a little freaked out. Then there is Adam, a minister who is falling for Jane and it might be mutual. The cast is good and there are some amusing moments but it is all too predictable.
THE LOVELY BONES A young girl is murdered and she narrates the story as she watches how her murder affects her family. It is based on the best-selling novel, has a great cast and is directed by one of the best but it misses the mark completely. David Ramsey is the President and co-founder of the Phoenix Film Critics Society and a member of the Broadcast Film Critics Association (The Critics Choice Awards). Watch him on the CBS 5 Morning News every Friday around 6:20am and on ABC-15’s “Sonoran Living Live” every other Friday. Visit David’s website at www. TheSnackBar.net or contact him at David@ TheSnackBar.net.
GAMING NEWS ODDS ARE: BASEBALL IS BACK! The “Boys of Summer” are back and being the gambler that you are – I suppose you were wondering “Just what are the chances my team will win the 2010 World Series?” Well, as there has been in the past few decades, there were plenty “Free Agent” signings, big name trades, some retirements and unexpected injuries over the winter and during spring training. Here is an early April look at the odds – called the “Baseball Futures” for this season - according to Las Vegas odds-makers. Remember odds change daily based on the way any particular team is playing, along with injuries to key players.
New York Yankees Philadelphia Phillies Boston Red Sox Chicago Cubs St. Louis Cardinals Los Angeles Dodgers Los Angeles Angels Chicago White Sox San Francisco Giants Seattle Mariners
5-2 5-1 5-1 8-1 8-1 8-1 9-1 9-1 10-1 10-1
ODDS TO WIN THE 2010 WORLD SERIES: Minnesota Twins 10-1 Tampa Bay Rays 11-1 Atlanta Braves 12-1 New York Mets 12-1 Detroit Tigers 18-1 Colorado Rockies 20-1 Texas Rangers 25-1 Florida Marlins 30-1 Cincinnati Reds 30-1 Milwaukee Brewers 40-1
Arizona Diamondbacks Toronto Blue Jays Oakland Athletics Houston Astros Baltimore Orioles Cleveland Indians Kansas City Royals San Diego Padres Pittsburgh Pirates Washington Nationals
50-1 55-1 70-1 70-1 70-1 80-1 90-1 100-1 125-1 125-1
Now, before you get too depressed - looking at your team’s odds (if they happen to be near the bottom)…keep this in mind, the Tampa Bay Rays were one of the longest shots to win the World Series in 2008, and that team won the American League pennant and nearly beat the Phillies in the World Series. Now – So get out there and cheer your team on! OH yeah…I tried to find the odds on Pete Rose being inducted into Baseball’s Hall of Fame – Results: NO LINE AVAILABLE
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LOTTERY NEWS MEGA MILLIONS HAS ARRIVED IN ARIZONA! The Arizona Lottery has announced the addition of Mega Millions to its product roster. Starting at 4 a.m. on Sunday, April 18, Lottery players in Arizona can purchase a Mega Millions ticket at their favorite Lottery retailer. Starting this month, the nation’s two most popular jackpot games—Mega Millions and Powerball—are now both available to Arizonans, making it possible to participate in a high jackpot drawing four days a week.
Jeff Hatch-Miller welcomes Mega Millions to Arizona
“Introducing a game of this magnitude is a historic moment for our Lottery,” said Jeff HatchMiller, executive director of the Arizona Lottery. “We’re confident our players will enjoy Mega Millions; it is important to us that we continue to bring new products like a second multi-state jackpot game to Arizona.” Mega Millions jackpots start at $12 million. For $1, players choose 5 numbers from 1 to 56 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 46. Players that match the five numbers and the Mega Ball win the
jackpot. In addition to the jackpot, there are other cash prizes ranging from $2 to $250,000. An added Mega Millions feature is the Megaplier option. For a total purchase of $2, players who choose “Mega Millions with Megaplier” can increase their non-jackpot prize winnings by 2, 3, or 4 times, meaning that a $250,000 prize becomes a $500,000 prize if the Megaplier for that particular drawing is 2. Like Powerball, Mega Millions is expected to offer players the potential of new and more prizes, including the opportunity of a jackpot win, and contribute to Lottery sales and state revenues overall. Lottery retailers, from large-scale grocers to small mom-and-pop businesses, will all benefit from additional commission on Mega Millions sales. Since Powerball first went on sale in Arizona more than 16 years ago, it has generated $1.6 billion in sales. Last fiscal year, the game had sales of $117.2 million; more than $25 million was awarded to Arizona winners, and retailers earned more than $7.5 million in commissions. Further commenting about the launch of Mega Millions, Hatch-Miller said “We are optimistic about the sales potential of Mega Millions in Arizona. Research indicates that our players want new products, and jackpot games like Mega Millions and Powerball appeal to a broad spectrum of players. Ultimately, players, retailers and critical state programs receiving Lottery dollars will all benefit.” The Arizona Lottery has paired Mega Millions and Powerball in an introductory campaign that literally brings the two games to life. “Powerball” and “Mega Millions” are depicted by two colorful
They couldn’t keep them apart – Powerball and Mega Millions are together at last!
“well-rounded” walk-around “him” and “her” characters who are quickly realizing that they are the perfect match. In fact, “Powerball” went to the extent of greeting “Mega Millions” at Sky Harbor International Airport and will serve as “Mega Millions’” official Arizona “ambassador” until becoming fully acclimated to the state. The public can meet the “Powerball” and “Mega Millions” characters and follow their story at www.arizonalottery.com or on the Arizona Lottery Facebook Fan page (www. facebook.com/arizonalottery). On April 13, Arizona Lottery employees rolled out the red carpet and were among the first to meet the characters at the Arizona Lottery Phoenix office. The open house and the arrival at Sky Harbor International Airport were the first of many appearances scheduled through April and May. Mega Millions drawings will occur on Tuesdays and Fridays—Powerball drawings are held on Wednesdays and Saturdays—and results for both games can be seen on the 10 p.m. news on Channel 15 (ABC) in Phoenix, Channel 13 (CBS) in Tucson, and in Spanish on Univision Arizona. You must be at least 21 to purchase or redeem tickets. The Arizona Lottery reminds everyone to please play responsibly.
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The Manny Esquerra Valor Award debuted at the BlueWater Resort & Casino’s Parker 425 Off-Road Race awards ceremony on Feb 7. After the dust settled from a good rain during the running of the event, BJ Baldwin of Las Vegas, Nevada was first place winner of the 2010 race. Driving a Chevrolet, Baldwin’s overall time for three laps was 7:16:14. Baldwin was also the first to receive a new trophy, the Manny Esquerra Valor Award. Created in his honor, the “Manny Esquerra Valor Award” goes to the overall winner of the BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425. Manny Esquerra was a true legend in off-road racing and died while racing the 2008 BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425. His racing accomplishments spanned over three decades - winning the Parker 400, 13 times, the Mint 400, 12 times, Frontier 500, 12 times, the Baja 500, 5 times and the infamous Baja 1000, 6 times. Esquerra was inducted into the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame, August 23, 2008. He passed away in Feb 2008 doing what he loved best – “Making Tracks”. The Manny Esquerra Valor Award will be on permanent display at the BlueWater Resort & Casino bearing the name of the overall winner each year of The BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425. Another prestigse award was handed out on Feb 4 in the Dig Lounge at BlueWater Resort & Casino. Dirt Sports Magazine recognized Andy McMillian as Driver of the Year for 2009. The last name McMillian and off-road racing go hand in hand. Andy is the third generation of the McMillian family in off-road racing. BlueWater Resort & Casino in Parker features a 164-slip marina, 200 river and Mountain View rooms and suites, slot machines, table games, bingo, poker and “River Willow” the Parker area’s most outstanding steakhouse. For reservations and information, call 1-888243-3360 or visit www.bluewaterfun.com.
Country Pride Productions will present “The Legends of Country Music,” a tribute to legendary country entertainers at 7:30 pm on April 13, 20, and 27 along with a matinee performance April 21, at 1pm at Cliff Castle Casino-Hotel’s Dragonfly Lounge. Larry King, the “King” of Country Legends, serves as the star and host of the show. Larry’s warm personality and talent for performing has made him a favorite throughout the United States. He is an international recording artist, and many of his songs have received air play on venues overseas as well. According to a Country Pride Productions statement, “Larry is an entertainer’s entertainer, with a presence that sets him apart from other performers. But don’t let his showman persona fool you; this is no ‘coca cola cowboy!’ He is a true cowboy having grown up on a ranch; he rode bucking horses and made the rodeo circuit rounds, awarding him “All-Around Cowboy” honors.” The Legends of Country Music performs the greatest hits of these while highlighting over 30 legendary entertainers, including Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline and Waylon Jennings. This 75 minute, fast paced production has something for all ages. For show reservations, call 928-202-2977. Hotel accommodations are also available at the adjacent The Hotel at Cliff Castle.
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TRAVEL VISIT ALL NATIONAL PARKS FOR FREE! It’s National Parks Week, April 17-25, and that means you can visit the Grand Canyon or any of Arizona’s national parks and monuments for free. The National Park Service is waiving fees at all parks nationwide during this special week. Visitors to the Grand Canyon will save $25 per vehicle. Other parks have lower fees, such as $10 per vehicle at Petrified Forest National Park and $3 per person at Tonto National Monument. Admission fees will be waived, but visitors will still pay for hotels, camping, concessions and tours. Some concessioners are offering deals on tours, food and souvenirs. In addition there will be an Earth Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 22 at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. In honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, there will be games, displays, information, scavenger hunts, food tastings and more at Market Plaza. There will be two more free days at national parks this year: Sept. 25, which is Public Lands Day, and Nov. 11, Veterans Day. For more details and special offers, go to: nps.gov/ npweek
Here is a list of Arizona Parks you can visit for free: Casa Grande Ruins National Monument – Coolidge, AZ Chiricahua National Monument – Wilcox, AZ Glen Canyon National Recreation Area – (Lake Powell) Page, AZ Grand Canyon National Park – Grand Canyon, AZ Lake Mead National Recreation Area – (Hoover Dam) AZ / NV border Montezuma Castle National Monument – Camp Verde, AZ Organ Pipe National Monument – Ajo, AZ Petrified Forest National Monument – 20 miles south of Holbrook, AZ Pipe Springs National Monument – Fredonia, AZ Saguaro National Park – Tucson, AZ Sunset Crater Volcano National Park and Monument, Flagstaff, AZ Tonto National Monument, (Roosevelt Lake area) Roosevelt, AZ Tumacacori National Historical Park – (Between Tucson & Nogales) Tumacacori, AZ Tuzigoot National Monument – Clarkdale, AZ Walnut Canyon National Monument – Flagstaff, AZ Wupatki National Monument – Flagstaff, AZ
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JOKE OF THE MONTH Doughboy - Gone But Not Forgotten
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