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LETTER FROM THE GO TEAM OFFICE 2010 IS HERE, AND NATURALLY we tend to look back at the previous year and, since we’ve seen the passing of the first decade of this still-new millennium, it’s natural to reflect on the ten most recent trips around the sun leading up to now. One such reflection on the past is just how quickly our children have grown; those tiny Casey McCoy infants back at the beginning of the new Promotions century are now well into elementwary Coordinator school, are active in sports and other extracurricular activities and as quickly as they’ve reached the age of nine or ten, as parents, we’ll again be astonished that in seemingly no time, they’ll be wearing a cap and gown, receiving a diploma, and registering for college courses. Time marches on, as the old saying goes. And instead of dwelling on the past, as tempting as is may be, we here at Go Team are looking to the future and the possibilities 2010 hold for our ongoing celebration of area youth competitors. We will continue to feature not only the high profile sports such as varsity football, basketball and soccer, but also the kids who compete at the JV or reserve level in sports as varied as wrestling, gymnastics, equestrian sports, archery and other events that don’t get the kind of media attention they deserve. Go Team has made a point of highlighting the youngsters who participate in events such as these; in fact, we’ve featured a great number of children in non-sporting activities as well:
Theater; dance; chess; band – the young people who rehearse for a play or practice clarinet are putting in the same kind of time and concentration as the athletes – and they deserve to be given a place to let the public know of their commitment and achievements. In keeping with looking toward the present and the future, Go Team has a revamped website with more fun and useful features than ever before. GoTeamMagazine.com now has video highlights from a different game each week of the month, and our newlydesigned home page makes viewing and purchasing photographs easier than ever. The site also offers visitors the chance to see where we’ll be and who we’ll be covering; simply click the “View Upcoming Events” tab at the bottom of the home page and follow the link from there. The addition of video to the site is a natural compliment to the highly visual nature of both the print and Web version of Go Team. Now you can see what happened at the game – whether you were present for it or not – thanks to the folks at WatchEvansville.com, a sort of “You Tube for Evansville.” Watch Evansville is fast becoming the place to visit for all things local, and so it seemed right that in that spirit, local youth sports and activities should be a part of the content they produce. So there you have it – a look at the here and now as well the future. Keep reading, keep visiting our Web site, and keep playing!
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contents
January - February 2010
editorial
Publisher
Bashar Hamami Business Manager
Sharon Tindle sharon@news-4u.com
1 Letter from the Go Team Office
Managing Editor
Dylan Gibbs editor@goteammagazine.com
3 Coaches’ Corner Evansville Lutheran Boy’s Basketball Coach Sean Ferguson
Contributors
Staci Reese Promotions Coordinator:
4 Athlete of the Month Frank Patton III
Casey McCoy events@goteammagazine.com Account Executives
Carolyn Cummings Keith LaCrosse
5 Core Essentials by Chick-Fil-A About Self Discipline
Web Programming
Jeff Lingis
16 Upcoming Go Team Photo Shoots
Production Supervisor
Amanda Smith art@news-4u.com
29 Brag Blog
Graphic Artist
Jaqulyn Woolsey
30 Schedule of Family Events
Photography
Mark McCoy
32 Coupons
shoots
Blake Ruckman EV Lutheran vs. St. John’s
6 Hoops! There it is… Evansville Lutheran vs. St. John’s
19 Music to Our Ears December Moonlight Recitals
7 Kickin’ it At East/West Karate
20 Evansville Basketball Academy Boys Championship Action
8 Girl’s Freshman B-Ball Lady Warriors & Bears
22 Whether ‘tis Nobler… Arrows fly at Henderson Archery Club
9 Champs! 8th Grade City Winners Washington Continentals
24 Rink Rats Evansville Thunder on the ice
10 Mat Matters He who pins, wins
25 Fluid Motions Memorial & Bosse meet in the pool
12 Regional Hoops Action Central vs. Vincennes Lincoln JV Boys
26 YMCA’s Littlest Hoopsters Dunks? No. Cute? Absolutely.
14 We Can Work it Out Pumping iron at Fitness Zone
28 The Fan’s Page A photo tribute to you – the fanatics in the stands
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COACHES CORNER “A passion for basketball” –
Evansville Lutheran School Boys’ Varisty Coach, Sean Ferguson. WHAT BEGAN AS A COMMUNITY
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service endeavor quickly turned into a passion for Evansville Lutheran School boys’ varsity basketball coach, Sean Ferguson. His career began like many other parents: by answering a need at the school his children attended. After two years of junior varsity coaching and now five years of varsity basketball, Ferguson is still as excited about teaching the kids about basketball as he was the first day he ran a practice. “I love the game and believe it can teach kids so much,” said Ferguson. “I didn’t have any experience when I started, but was fortunate to be able to develop a plan and attempt to make an impact for the school and for the kids.” Ferguson is enjoying his best season on the bench this year as his ELS Monarchs are 10-1 on the season and have already claimed their own Invitational Tournament Championship, a title that eluded the school for many years. “Of course it’s fun when your team is winning,” Ferguson said. “But that’s not the number one factor. It’s teaching the kids about commitment and hard work and what it means to be a part of a team.” Teamwork has to be at the center of every coach’s game plan according to Ferguson. “Not every one is cut out to play basketball,” Ferguson said. “You’ve got some kids that are better at it than others. The key is to try to bring each kid along in the process and make sure they understand their role on the team. The team has many different roles and it’s important to make sure everyone knows that.” Ferguson’s number one issue as a coach is getting all of his kids enough playing time. “We’re committed to trying to get everyone as much playing time as we possibly can,” Ferguson said. “But it’s hard. The game isn’t long enough sometimes to allow a coach to play all 13 players. I have a hard time every year trying to get everyone enough playing time and when I don’t I feel really bad.” One way that Ferguson is ensuring that all his players get valuable experience is to give each player a starting role in at least one game. “It’s incredibly meaningful to see a kid’s face light up when you tell him he’s going to start in the next game,” Ferguson said. “The funny thing is that every player, when given that chance, rises to the occasion and performs sometimes better than expected.” January - February 2010
In his seven years of active coaching, Ferguson has seen the players change in their attitude and approach to the game. “It’s no secret to anyone that kids today play this game year around,” Ferguson explained. “For the ones that have the drive and the determination to play at the high school level, it’s become a requirement.” Ferguson has also devoted his time to coaching in the Lutheran Developmental League, a program that was started by former ELS Athletic Director Kurt Younghouse. Ferguson gives credit to Younghouse and the LDL program for developing the kids at a younger age. “The program that Kurt started is now coming up on its fourth year,” said Ferguson. “We have players on our team that played in that program. It’s definitely been a key part in developing a strong program for the school.” Besides coaching, Ferguson also manages the team’s website and uses the site as a motivational tool for the kids and a communications tool for the parents. The team’s website can be found at http://www.leaguelineup. com/gomonarchs. The site’s password will have to be emailed to you.
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ATHLETE OF THE MONTH AWARDS? AAU Basketball tournamentHoosiers Showcase Champion, Academic Excellence award winner (McGary and Harrison) Scholar Athlete 2007-2008, most assists per game.
EXTRACU RRICU L AR ACTIVITIES (BESIDES SPORTS ARE YOU INVOLVED IN)? Student Council, Key Club.
DO YOU BELONG TO ANY ORGANIZATIONS? Evansville Basketball Club.
WHAT IS THE BEST PART OF BEING ON A TEAM? Having friends and knowing you don’t have to do it all by yourself.
WHAT DO YOU DO MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY TO PREPARE FOR A GAME OR COMPETITION?
GRADE? Junior at Harrison High School
WHAT SPORTS DO YOU PLAY OR HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN? Basketball.
Being organized and makes me responsible as well as keeps me out of trouble.
Physically I stretch and mentally I think [about] what I can do to help my team win the game.
WHO IS YOUR ROLE MODEL? My parents.
Basketball.
FAVORITE SPORT OR TEAM TO WATCH?
WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE PLANS? Going to my dream college, Duke University, to play basketball and become a basketball coach.
FIRST THING I DO WHEN I WAKE UP IN THE MORNING?
THING THAT’S BEEN IN YOUR LOCKER THE LONGEST?
Eat.
I keep a clean locker.
TEAMMATES WOULD BE SHOCKED TO KNOW I …? That I’m scared of dogs.
I’D LOVE TO COMPETE AGAINST?
FAVORITE PLAY LIST ON MY IPOD?
Dwayne Wade.
Lil’ Wayne.
DO YOU KNOW AN OUTSTANDING ATHLETE? LET US KNOW! Log on to GoTeamMagazine.com and nominate someone today!
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FAVORITE SPORT TO PLAY?
Duke Blue Devils.
HOW DOES BEING INVOLVED IN SPORTS HELP YOU IN EVERY DAY LIFE?
Core Value of the Month: SELF-DISCIPLINE SELF-DISCIPLINE: Doing what you need to do so you can grow.
Good habits are developed. Habits are an important type of personal discipline. Of course, there are good and bad habits. A good habit is one where repeated actions of self-discipline produce good results. Personal discipline is often built by doing the little, everyday things.
for financial security is needed because of the responsibility to care for our family. Holding our tongue when we want to say something hurtful will save us heartache later. We learn consequences. Examples of this concept are readily available, even during the elementary years. School assignments, chores and music practice are all tasks which have consequences if left undone. Poor grades, smelly trash or mistakes at a recital might be the consequence of neglecting a task. Sometimes the best lessons are reinforced by personally experiencing the consequences when we haven’t shown self-discipline.
We master our attitudes. Required, important, needed and expected are all words which describe tasks we encounter throughout life. Waiting for the train at a crossing is required because of safety. Exercise is important because of health. Planning
Self-discipline is crucial in all areas of life. Teaching your child to build such a pattern of behavior is one of the greatest challenges you face.• Praise your child when he or she is consistent with doing homework on their own.
Developing a self-disciplined lifestyle often goes against our natural tendencies, but is critical to our success and sometimes to our survival. When we do what we need to do, we can grow mentally, physically, intellectually and emotionally. Why is it important to learn self-discipline?
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BASKETBALL - EV Lutheran vs. St. John’s Josh Kanter
Logan Kleiman,
Jonah Eckels
Alex Rodd
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Blake Merrill
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MARTIAL ARTS - East West Karate Michael Smith
Ryan Allega
Hannah Gantner
Cole Jorge
Ben Doyle
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399 Brendan Rosek
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GIRLS BASKETBALL Central vs. Harrison
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BASKETBALL
Jordan Bailey
Middle School 8th Grade Championship
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Jordan Bailey, Cody Miller
JaQuan Lyle, Jarvice Sears
Jeremie M
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WRESTLING - Mater Dei Classic
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WRESTLING JV Super Dual
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JV BASKETBALL Central vs. Vincennes Lincoln
Tyreece Strong
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Tyler Stutzman, Christopher Tomlinson
Ian Carwile
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WEIGHT TRAINING Fitness Zone
Shalini Chilukuri
Jenna Washington
Sara Martin, Jimmy Siefert, Deanna Strousner, Chanon Younger
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Noah Rouleau, Jimmy Siefert
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Haley Lewis, Deanna Strousner
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Abby Hughes
Del Pekar
Alec Bland
Laura Dalto
Adam Beaver
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Evansville Lutheran vs. St. John’s
12/04/2009
Karate
East/West
12/15/2009
Basketball
Lady Warriors & Bears
12/10/2009
Basketball
Middle School Championship
12/14/2009
Wrestling
Mater Dei
12/21/2009
Basketball
Central vs. Vincennes Lincoln JV Boys
12/19/2009
Weight Training
Pumping iron at Fitness Zone
12/14/2009
Music Recital
December Moonlight Recitals
12/13/2009
Basketball
Evansville Basketball Academy
12/29/2009
Archery
Arrows fly at Henderson Archery Club
12/12/2009
Hockey
Evansville Thunder on the ice
12/06/2009
Swimming
Memorial & Bosse
12/07/2009
Basketball
YMCA
12/12/2009
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Basketball
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Bowling
Mater Dei
01/06/2010
Hockey
Swonder Hockey Mites
01/09/2010
Basketball
Girls Middle School - Evans
01/14/2010
Basketball
Private School Championship
01/15/2010
Basketball
ONB Classic
01/16/2010
Archery
Henderson, KY
01/23/2010
PLUS MANY, MANY MORE!
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PIANO RECITAL December Moonlight
Kristin Davis
Evan Lynch
Carolyn H
oward, Lyd
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Naina Muvva, Lori Salma
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BASKETBALL EBA Championship
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ARCHERY Henderson County Club
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HOCKEY EV Thunder vs. N. KY Norse
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SWIMMING Bosse vs. Memorial
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BASKETBALL - YMCA Finals Games #1 & #2 Coverage of this event is brought to you by:
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BRAG BLOG...
Tell us about who is a shining star at GoTeamMagazine.com Danielle Sander age 10, Taekwondo
“I am nominating her for compassion to help others and for her abilities. She helps teach special abilities classes. Also she won the 2009 state championship in forms weapons and sparring. She also went to the world championships and won 1st place in weapons and forms for the color belt 8-10 year old division. She has a kind heart and is willing to help anyone she can.” -- Derek Sander
She participates in three sports: Track; soccer; and swim. I believe she will go far in her career. She also keeps up her grades and helps her team mates out and has a job as well.” -- Tim March
Nick Hughes age 16, Basketball
Adonis Stewart age 11, Football
“He’s a great player, he stops a lot of touchdowns, and he keeps his team going.” -- Debra Toole
Josh Pearson
age 14, Soccer, Basketball “Because he is my brother and he is a really dedicated athlete and I love him so much and he is going through some hard times right now and I think getting this reward will make it help.” -- Matthew Doty PHOTOGRAPHY | MARK MCCOY
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age 16, Swimming, Track “Segann is a great athlete and a hard worker. She only strives for the best and is a great team player. She has accomplished so many goals as a junior in high school. January - February 2010
“[He’s a] great athlete. At a college showcase in Bloomington, IN, this is what was said about him and his future at basketball: Nick Hughes Height: 5-9 Weight: 130 Grade: 2012 School: Evansville Central Comments: Solid fundamentally showed us floor leadership skills from Guard position. Shot mechanics were good in triple threat to 22'. Must continue working on go to scoring moves off the dribble and foot speed via our plyometric program. Great potential for college basketball.” (as reported by Indiana Basketball News) -- Leslie Chapman
Melissa Moore
age 17, Dance, Color guard “She expresses great leadership, being a great captain of her dance and color guard team the Huskettes. She expresses great dedication and time management with her duties because she is also involved in the spring musicals. She is not only dedicated to her team, but is helpful with the band members also, she is very friendly and tries not to let everyone down. If anyone ever needs something, she is always there to help. She is very experienced, and is an amazing leader, friend, daughter, girlfriend and teammate.” -- Carol
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS...
Do you have an event? Let us know! Editor@GoTeamMagazine.com Tri-State Hot Stove League’s Night of Memories Vanderburgh County 4-H Center February 6
Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve Wednesdays and Fridays Interaction with nature is important in a child's early stages of learning and development. This seasonal nature story and craft class is a fun and enriching experience for parents and children up to 5 years old. Toddler Tales is held every Wednesday at 10 a.m., and it is free; donations accepted. No reservation required. Call 479-0771 for more information.
ArtsPower's New Musical, based on the classic book by Gene Zion, with illustrations by Margaret Bloy Graham, captures both the whimsical humor and touching dedication to family found in Harry's story. Call 435-6287 for more information.
The Really Big Show The Centre, February 13
Victory Theatre, January 25
The Really Big Show "Celebrate Carnival," a benefit for Evansville ARC, is hosted by WFIE 14 Chief Meteorologist Jeff Lyons and talented entertainers from our community as well as some entertaining local dignitaries in song, dance and comedy revue. This program is performed and produced by a virtually all-volunteer cast.
As part of the Victory for Kids 2009-2010 Series, "Harry the Dirty Dog" is coming in for two performances - 9 a.m. and 12 noon. Harry has everything a little white dog with black spots could want. There's just one problem: he HATES taking baths! He hates them so much, in fact, that one morning he runs away. After a wonderful day spent playing in the dirt, Harry gets so grubby that he turns into a little black dog with white spots and returns home to find that his family doesn't recognize him!
This exciting signature fundraising event benefits programs and services of great need at Evansville ARC. The Curtain Call Reception follows the show and offers heavy hors d'oeuvres and deserts; beer, wine and soft drinks; and musical entertainment by After Hours. A silent auction will be taking place during the reception with proceeds from the auction designated for the Bayleigh Pauckner Endowment, which provides finding for Evansville ARC's Child Life Center. Call 435-5770 for more details.
Victory for Kids – “Harry the Dirty Dog”
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This annual fundraiser for area youth sports and the Boys and Girls Club of Evansville offers a chance for youngsters to meet some of the great figures in Major League Baseball, if only during a two-hour autograph session, which is scheduled from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The featured guest this year is Hall of Fame St. Louis Cardinals pitcher, Bob Gibson – who was the most feared hurler in the game for years, and helped the Cardinals win World Series titles in 1964 and ’67. Other familiar faces will be Don Mattingly and his son, Preston, Andy Benes, Al Hrabosky, Castle graduate Jamey Carroll and Vincennes Lincoln graduate, Clint Barmes. Anyone under 21 must attend with an adult. Admission is $20; tickets are available at hotstoveleague.org.
Toddler Tales
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