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Volume 9, Number 40 • Oct. 2 to 8, 2014

Blessed with the Gift of Dance

by Ryan Pitkin ryan@unioncountyweekly.com

WAXHAW– A new dance studio, opened by Waxhaw resident Kathy Tousignant during the first week of 2014, has been steadily growing with the help of some innovative, faith-based programs.

Tousignant emphasizes conwellness servative grace in dance attire and a non-competitive atmosphere at Gift of Dance studios, where she and her instructors offer God-centered exercise activity such as “Holy Yoga.” The idea came from Tousignant’s own lifetime of experience with dance, during which she said she often felt objectified.

“I often felt the reason I was dancing was that I was just using my body to get to a goal, and I always wanted it to be more about the mind,” Tousignant said. “I want dance to be more about confidence in who we are and not just what we look like. I don’t want girls thinking they need the perfect body.”

While the respectable dress code and spiritual music choices at Gift of Dance are inspired by Tousignant’s Christian values, she stresses that people of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome.

“I want to be the light to people and love them.

Christ teaches us to love, so I want to love every person who comes through that door,” she said,

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School faculty, parents reflect on adapted P.E. program

by Josh Whitener josh@unioncountyweekly.com

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INDIAN TRAIL – If there’s one thing Christy Edwards could say about the adapted physical education program at Porter Ridge

Elementary School, it’s that the program has made a world of difference for her 7-year-old daughter, Kaitlyn.

The Porter Ridge Elementary second-grader was born prematurely, at 23 weeks and six days gestation, and “has been a little fighter ever since,” Edwards said.

Kaitlyn has cerebral palsy, is

nonverbal and has physical disabilities that require the use of a wheelchair.

Porter Ridge physical education teacher Coach Jeffrey Pucek has worked with Kaitlyn one-onone and in a group setting since her kindergarten year, providing adapted activities to strengthen her body, keep her active and

allow her to have fun.

“Even though (Kaitlyn) has such extreme disabilities, (Pucek) sets the bar high for her,” Edwards said. “He makes her work hard and doesn’t back down … and it gives her that ability to be able to participate at a greater level during P.E.” (see Porter Ridge on page 18)

INDEX: News Briefs, 6; Crime Blotter, 7; Education, 16; Faith, 19; Calendar, 20; Sports, 21; Classifieds, 27

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Developers probe public on proposed Indian Trail retail development

by Ryan Pitkin ryan@unioncountyweekly.com

INDIAN TRAIL – Arista Development Inc. is in the preliminary stages of building a large retail and grocery development at the intersection of Wesley Chapel Stouts Road and Old Charlotte Highway, just across from Sun Valley High School.

Developers reached out to the public for feedback on the plan during two meetings on Monday, Sept. 29, and heard from residents, emergency responders and media. Engineers, architects and town planners involved with the project also helped answer questions.

Pending a conditional zoning request from the Indian Trail Town Council, The Shoppes at Hanfield Village would include a 49,000square-foot building which would house a national grocery retailer and 12 additional lots, taking up approximately 63,000 square feet, designated for retail stores. The area is currently zoned for singlefamily housing.

The entire project would take up

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about 22 acres, with 580 parking spaces.

Most of Monday’s meeting was spent hearing from Andrew Eagle of Ramey Kemp & Associates, a group of traffic engineers who completed a traffic study regarding the development and how it could affect the surrounding roads.

The traffic study was done during the summer and the North Carolina Department of Transportation came back with a suggestion to study roads during the school year, especially in light of a changing population at Sun Valley after redistricting.

Developers also recognize the planned creation by NCDOT of a superstreet at the intersection of U.S. 74 and Wesley Chapel Stouts Road, just north of the proposed locations of the shops. A superstreet is a rarely used street design that requires four traffic light-controlled intersections.

Most traffic passes through two of these lights, but each light has two phases, which greatly increases traffic flow.

Eagle said that working with the NCDOT’s surrounding projects

The Shoppes at Hanfield Village sketch plan shows a line of retail stores facing Wesley Chapel Stouts Road, and a large grocery store. Photo courtesy of Indian Trail

has added multiple complications to the traffic study. The NCDOT is also in the planning stages of widening Old Charlotte Highway.

“We just need to make sure it all fits right,” Eagle said.

Developers hope to get their proposal in front of the Indian Trail Planning Board on Oct. 21, a Tuesday, and will be taking feedback from citizens and planners until then.

“We take the data that we gather

here and we work with the town to see if there’s something we could do better,” said John Ross, principal of Eagle Engineering. “We still have three weeks of refinement to do.”

Members of the planning board will make a suggestion to the town council before they meet and potentially discuss and vote on the zoning change at their meeting on Oct. 28, a Tuesday.

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Waxhaw puts money aside to fix substandard road

by Ryan Pitkin ryan@unioncountyweekly.com

WAXHAW– The Waxhaw Board of Commissioners is moving forward with rebuilding an unsafe road that has been bothered residents, lawyers and town government for nearly a decade.

Kensington Drive, a two-mile stretch of road extending from Providence Road South to the South Carolina line, has had infrastructure problems for years. Developers in charge of the road, however, went bankrupt and the road has since split between three different owners, which include Wells Fargo, the town of the Waxhaw and Union County.

During a special meeting called on Monday, Sept. 29, the Waxhaw Board of commissioners voted unanimously to allocate $1.4 million to cover what they hope will be their full responsibility toward fixing the road, which residents claim has become unsafe. Wells Fargo, who foreclosed on a piece of the road nearly 10 years ago, and the county, which owned the road when it was first built, will also have to help fund construction.

Commissioner Steve Maher said he hopes the decision shows residents that the town is ready to do its part in getting the issue resolved. He said a formal complaint from a resident to Wells Fargo got their representatives involved, and the company is ready and willing to do what it can to leave the issue behind.

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be taken. Maher said the Wells Fargo representatives desired to fix the problem as soon as possible, admitting that “they have no place in the road business.”

Some of the financial liability issues come from the fact that the road was supposed to be completed by 2005, when the town had much lower standards for road construction. Bringing the road up to those standards will now cost $1 million, and the town is hoping to split that cost with the bank. Remaining construction to bring the road up to 2014 standards will be placed on the town, commissioners agreed at the meeting.

The road currently thins out just before dangerous curves and sometimes dips abruptly in the midst of those turns. There are potholes along the road, but they are considered relatively minor, and the road drops off to gravel at the edge of the intersection with Waxhaw-Marvin Road.

There is also limited walkability along the road, with a sidewalk closer to the state line and some others that lead to parking near the Cureton Shopping Center. On Tuesday, Mahar said that the road construction process would not include sidewalks for the time being, as making the road more drivable is the top priority.

While a complicated process of annexations and possible variances still lies ahead, Maher said all three parties are currently working together, and he sees no reason why construction can’t begin by the spring of 2015. The town hopes to get all of the funding worked out and annex the road before construction so that the entire road can be (see Kensington on page 5)

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fixed at once.

“We want to do the road once from end to end,” Maher said. “It’s too important of a road not to do all at once.”

At the same meeting, commissioners also decided their next priority would involve their need for a temporary workspace while a long-term deal for a town hall location is worked out. Commissioners voted unanimously to allow Mahar to look into a possible two-to three-year lease at a space in the Old

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Hickory Shopping Center, which previously held Waxhaw Family Physicians.

Commissioners voted only to let Mahar receive estimates on a price for a lease and the cost of renovations needed to create a workspace for town officials. Any decision would need to come before commissioners again before being made final, but they are hoping to make a decision before 2015.

Previous estimates have put the cost of a renovation for the space between $81,000 and $95,000, while the lease is expected to cost around $85,000 a year.

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News Briefs Sheriff Cathey responds to Houser indictment On Sept. 29 Union County returned a True Bill of Indictment against Joshua Houser, finding probable cause to charge him with second-degree murder in the death of Kilah Davenport.

Houser was convicted last February in Union County of felony child abuse by a Union County jury, and sentenced to seven to 10 years in prison. Houser will be scheduled to return to Union County Superior Court where he will be served with the new charge. Until then, Houser will remain in custody on his current conviction.

The new charge results from information obtained from the North Carolina medical examiner’s office, and investigators from the Union County and Cabarrus County sheriff offices.

The evidence was presented to Union County District Attorney Trey Robison, who helped bring about the new filings.

“We have worked diligently to provide the Union County District Attorney with all information possible, so that he could make an informed decision regarding pursuing the more serious charge,” Union County Sheriff Eddie Cathey said in a news release.

“I am grateful for the hard work put in by detectives from both the Union and Cabarrus County sheriff ’s offices, as this charge represents an opportunity to seek justice for Kilah and her family.”

Cathey also expressed his appreciation to District Attorney Robison for

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his careful review of the case, and to the North Carolina Medical Examiner’s Office for the time and effort that they put into compiling the final report in Kilah’s death.

“These are always difficult cases,” Cathey said. “I sincerely appreciate their careful review and presentation of their findings.”

Cathey stated that his office would continue to work closely with prosecutors as the new charge works its way through the court system. As the new charge must still be served on Houser, the Cathey said that the UCSO will be reserving any further comment on the matter pending its final disposition.

Union Power company warns of scammers Union Power Cooperative is warning homeowners that several men posing as Union Power personnel are visiting homes in Union County subdivisions, asking to talk with them about saving money on their bills. The men also have requested to speak with some citizens about solar energy.

Homeowners should be aware that these men are not Union Power employees or representatives of the Union Power Cooperative, and are urged to not give personal information about their account, either over the phone or in person.

Union Power urges individuals who doubt the identity of someone claiming to represent Union Power to call Union Power’s office at 704-289-3145. Citizens should also call the local authorities to report such activity.

Many of these incidents happened on or around Sept. 24.

Union Power Cooperative is a member-owned electric cooperative, which provides electric service to more than 70,000 member accounts in Union,

Stanly, Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, and Rowan counties.

Curves of Indian Trail offers 10 workouts for $10 to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

INDIAN TRAIL– Curves Indian Trail recently announced that in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the women’s fitness center will offer 10 workouts for a $10 donation toward breast cancer awareness during the month of October.

Starting Oct. 1, non-members can purchase a punch card for $10 to be used for 10 workouts at Curves with the entire amount going toward breast cancer research or care. The 10 workouts at Curves include a full-body 30-minute workout featuring strength training, cardio and stretching for every fitness level, as well as Curves workouts with Jillian Michaels. Members can purchase a punch card and dedicate their workouts in honor of someone they know who has battled breast cancer.

“As October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, we want to do our part by shining a spotlight on this disease and help to drive funding toward the cause,” Mike Raymond, chief marketing officer at Curves International, Inc., said in a news release. “Given that this disease has affected members of the Curves community, we want to show our support and encourage local women to help make a difference while getting healthy themselves.”

For more information about Curves, visit www.curves.com or call 704-8218440.

Curves of Indian Trail is located at 594 Indian Trail Road.

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Crime Blotter The following people were arrested in western Union County between Sept.

25 and Oct. 1, according to the Union County Sheriff ’s Office:

Hemby Bridge • David Pressley, 6100 block of Indian Trail Fairview Road: Possession of a schedule VI controlled substance.

Oct. 1

Indian Trail • Carl McPherson, 2500 block of Faircroft Way: Communicating threats.

Sept. 25 • Megan Camp, 5200 block of Old Monroe Road: Failure to appear. Sept. 25 • David Rushing, 1000 block of Chestnut Lane: Possession of cocaine with intent to distribute. Sept. 27 • Emily Boatwright, 2100 block of Waxhaw Indian Trail Road: Assault and battery. Sept. 28 • Donta Deese, 8400 block of Mill Grove Road: Driving while impaired.

Sept. 28 • Michael Kiker, 4300 block of Old Monroe Road: Theft from motor vehicle.

Sept. 29

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• Steven Walters, 4000 block of Fincher Road: Assault on a female. Sept.

29 • Ronald Strong, Moe’s Southwest: Driving while impaired. Sept. 29

Stallings • Toquar Lee, 3900 block of Privette Road: Failure to appear. Sept. 26 • Mary Pineda, 1000 block of Stallings Road: Driving while impaired. Sept.

26 • Mark Lynch, 300 block of Stallings Road: Felony larceny. Oct. 1

Waxhaw • Gabor Massey, 1600 block of Millbridge Parkway: Failure to appear. Sept.

27

Weddington • Dylan Fleming, 7100 block of Weddington Brook Drive: Resisting, delaying or obstructing an officer. Sept. 30

Wesley Chapel • Jacob Peek, 5100 block of Hampton Meadows Road: Misdemeanor larceny. Sept. 25 The following crimes were committed in western Union County between Sept.

25 and Oct. 1, according to the Union County Sheriff ’s Office:

Hemby Bridge Miscellaneous

• 4800 block of Mossy Cup Lane: $20 ammunition stolen from home. Sept. 28 • 5600 block of Blackvine Drive: Kindle and keyboard, worth $400 total, stolen from home. Sept. 28

Shoplifting

• 5800 block of Beverly Drive: Cruelty to animals. Sept. 29

Indian Trail Home/Business Break-Ins • 4600 block of Old Charlotte Hwy.: $200 in goods including a walker, candles and kerosene heater stolen during home break-in. Sept. 28

Vehicle Break-Ins • 4300 block of Old Monroe Road: $100 sunglasses stolen during vehicle break-in. Sept. 28

Property Theft • 2100 block of Younts Road: $800 cellphone stolen. Sept. 25 • Starbuck’s, 6701 Old Monroe Road: $2 stolen from business. Sept. 25 • 5500 block of W. Highway 74: $2,000 catalytic converter stolen. Sept.

25 • 700 block of Tracy Circle: $150 cash stolen. Sept. 27

• Walgreens, 13720 E. Independence Blvd.: $141 in medicine and razors stolen. Sept. 29

Hit-and-Run/Vandalism • 3000 block of William Clark Trail: Damage done to Toyota Corolla and Lexus 300 in hit-and-run incident. Sept.

25 • 7300 block of Oscar Robinson Road: $400 in damage done to mailbox in hitand-run incident. Sept. 26 • 300 block of E. Park Road: $500 in damage done to Ford Focus in vandalism incident. Sept. 27 • 6400 block of Old Monroe Road: $1,500 in damage done to Ford Mustang in vandalism incident. Sept. 30

Financial Crimes/Fraud • 13800 block of E. Independence Blvd.: Forgery of checks. Sept. 25 • 7000 block of Ladys Secret Drive: $5,888 lost in telephone scam. Sept. 26 (see Crime Blotter on page 8)

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Restaurant Scores The Union County Health Department inspected the following dining locations from Sept. 24 to 30: Lowest Scores: • McDonald’s, 14522 Lawyer’s Road – 91.5 Violations included: Partially eaten and unwrapped dessert on top shelf of reach-in cooler; employee drink next to cup lids at drive-thru drink machine; hand sink used as a dump sink; mixed leafy greens, ham and breakfast burrito filling lacked date marks; lettuce, mixed leafy greens and cheese held past date marks; cleaners being stored with drink and dessert toppings; unlabeled container in walk in; chlorine sanitizer solution not at proper concentration; large amount of breakfast single-service items had been removed from protective wrapping; walk-in freezer dripping frozen concentration on exterior of packages of food.

All Scores: 28173 • Ice Cream and Pizza Works, 401 N. Broome St. – 97 • Maxwell’s Tavern, 112 E. South Main St. – 98 • The Stuffed Olive, 1201J N. Broome St. – 94 • Trattoria Antica, 3909 Providence Road, suite A – 95

• Grand Asia Market, 4400 Stallings Road – 98 • McDonald’s, 14522 Lawyer’s Road – 91.5 28079 • Dunkin Donuts, 14055 Hwy. 74 W. – 93.5 • Omega Coney Island Family Restaurant, 3901 Old Monroe Road – 96 28110 • Big Bob Gibson’s, 1507 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 96 • China Buffett, 2116 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 93 • Holiday Inn Express and Suite Monroe Breakfast Bar, 2505 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 96 • International Pool Room and Bar, 1615 Lynn St. – 93 • Jimmy John’s, 2521 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 97 • McAlister’s Deli, 2803 W. Hwy. 74 – 93.5 • O’Charley’s, 2415 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 96 • Taqueria La Unica, 1621 Walk-Up Ave. – 95 • Village of Woodridge Restaurant, 2414 Granville Place -- 100 28112 • Big Bite’z Grill, 4829 Old Charlotte Hwy. – 97 • Spiro’s Hilltop Fish Fare & Steakhouse, 1602 Roosevelt Blvd. E. – 98.5

About the grades…

Restaurants are given grades of A for scoring at least 90, B for 80 to 89 and C for 70 to 79. The state revokes permits for restaurants that score below 70.

Crime Blotter (continued from page 7)

Marvin Miscellaneous • 100 block of Turkey Hunt Court: Reckless driving with disregard. Sept. 27

Waxhaw Home/Business Break-Ins • 10500 block of Lancaster Hwy.: $2,050 in items including a rifle, collectibles, jewelry and television stolen during home break-in. Sept. 25

Vehicle Break-Ins • 1200 block of Foxfield Road: $419 in cellphones and accessories stolen. Sept. 28

Weapons • Sandy Ridge Elementary, 10101 Waxhaw Manor Drive: Possession of a weapon on school property.

Sept. 26

Drugs • 8800 block of Man of War Drive: Possession of marijuana. Sept. 25 • 8800 block of Silver Charm Lane: Possession of schedule IV controlled substance. Sept. 26

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Gift of Dance (continued from page 1)

Kathy Tousignant and her husband, Tom, dance at the 2014 Gift of Dance Spring Recital.

Photo courtesy of Gift of Dance

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sitting in the lobby at Gift of Dance, which she purposefully named for its divine acronym. “Maybe I can reach people through this business. That’s what it’s all about and that’s why I think God has me here.”

The studio offers programs for adults and children, with the adults taking classes like Holy Yoga and Ballet Barre Bootcamp on weekday mornings.

Tousignant was invited by a friend to take part in Holy Yoga, a session of yoga that incorporates worship music and scripture meditations, at St. Margaret’s Episcopal

Church, where it was being taught by Elizabeth Doggett. Tousignant immediately fell in love with it and Doggett, who is now one of nine instructors, at Gift of Dance.

“It’s a great niche thing that Kathy is doing,” Doggett said. “The atmosphere is one that feels more like a community.

There’s just a spirit of love and grace that is the umbrella over the whole place.”

Tousignant once owned a studio in Japan, where her husband was a member of the Air Force, but gave it up after having her second child in 1996. She stayed passionate about dance, however, and when she moved to Waxhaw began teaching kids dance as a trade-off with other homeschool mothers who would teach her children piano.

She hosted her first recital with 20 students in 2007. After a year, that number grew to 60 students and by the third year she had 85 students. Although friends would often tell her to start a legitimate business, Tousignant continued her efforts as a ministry only, taking in children who couldn’t afford to go to other dance studios and sharing her faith with them through dance.

In 2013, however, Kathy’s husband, Tom, was driving home from work when he had to take a detour down Providence Road.

He happened to pass a studio for lease and pulled in on a whim. After one quick meeting with the owner, and without consulting his wife, Tom signed a three-year lease, and Gift of Dance was born.

When he told her about her Christmas present, she was not happy, Tom said.

“We were just leaving town for Christmas when I told her,” he said. “She said, ‘No way.’ I kind of forced her into it. When we left she was angry saying she couldn’t believe I did that. When we got to Florida, she was telling her mom and sister she couldn’t believe she had a dance studio. It was a love-hate thing.”

Tom said that for the first 20 years of their marriage, Kathy had returned every gift he gave her. He knew she would try to get out of the studio, so he had no choice but to sign the lease.

“I really didn’t want to move out of the house because that was my comfort zone,” Kathy said.

She continues to stay true to the missionary work she started by keeping expenses down and charging far below the costs of many of the area’s dance solutions.

Tom has no regrets about his decision to acquire the space for Kathy, and she is now happy in her new area, teaching kids based on the values she finds important. Tom said he knew the idea would work all along.

“She really cares about the kids,” he said. “There are people who dress their kids up like Britney Spears and have them out there shaking their stuff. But a lot of families don’t want their daughters shaking their stuff at 6 years old. She’s always kept it family friendly, and that’s what makes it different.”

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Dr. Nick Lukacs, of CornerStore Ear, Nose & Throat, has performed a number of balloon sinuplasty surgeries on patients since the procedure became available. Josh Whitener/MMHW photo

Hope for chronic sinusitis sufferers Balloon procedure provides success with minimal discomfort

by Josh Whitener josh@unioncountyweekly.com

Life just became a lot easier for patients suffering from chronic sinusitis, thanks to a less invasive procedure that can produce the same results as traditional sinus surgery, but with fewer risks and less discomfort.

Physicians are beginning to incorporate a new method of sinus surgery called balloon sinuplasty, which mimics the balloon procedure commonly used in cardiac patients in which a catheter is inserted into a cavity and a small balloon is dilated to create a larger opening.

Chronic sinusitis occurs when the sinuses do not drain properly, causing recurring sinus infections, persistent nasal congestion and inflammation, headaches and other problems.

Doctors attempt to treat chronic sinusitis with medications, such as nasal steroids, antihistamines and antibiotics, but sometimes that’s not enough, said Dr. Nick Lukacs, of CornerStone Ear, Nose & Throat, which has offices in Monroe and south Charlotte.

“There are certain people who get stuck in a cycle where we use medicine (but they) don’t really get the improvement they need,” Lukacs said.

Traditionally, sinus surgery has involved the removal of tissue and bone, requiring general anesthesia, more post-operation care and a recovery period of several days to one week.

Doctors have discovered in recent years that using a balloon device to dilate the sinus cavities – something originally used as a tool to assist with traditional sinus surgery – provides a permanent solution to many cases of chronic sinusitis.

The dilation produced by the balloon device remodels the bone around the sinus cavities, allowing the sinuses to drain properly and producing a long-lasting result.

“You’re not only just dilating the mucosa, but you’re remodeling that tissue or bone around the opening, which is what allows it to be a more long-lasting result,” Lukacs said. “There are some significant sinus (problems) solved by the balloon alone.”

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numbing medications and injections of a local anesthetic. Pain, bleeding and discomfort following the surgery are minimal, Lukacs said, and most patients are able to resume their normal day-to-day activities within 24 hours.

Balloon sinuplasty also has offered relief for children, though the procedure is handled differently in cases involving younger patients.

CornerStone’s Dr. Daron Smith has performed the procedure on a number of children who suffer from chronic sinusitis. Smith said many cases involving chronic sinusitis in children involve the adenoids obstructing mucus flow, so his first go-to procedure when medical therapy fails is an adenoidectomy.

However, there are some cases when removal of the adenoids – and, sometimes, the tonsils, as well – is simply not enough, and Smith turns to balloon sinuplasty as a means of correcting the problem.

“Dilating the maxillary sinuses – we’re not doing all the sinuses – helps decrease the incidents of chronic sinusitis,” he said, adding he is cautious when choosing which pediatric patients are candidates for the procedure. “In children, we’ve always been very conservative about doing any kind of sinus surgery because … it could potentially affect facial growth.”

Unlike adults, children typically undergo general anesthesia, and the surgery is performed in the operating room because of the patient’s young age.

“But still there’s minimal downtime afterward, minimal discomfort afterward,” Lukacs said.

Balloon sinuplasty isn’t a solution to all cases of chronic sinusitis. Traditional surgery sometimes is required to remove nasal polyps or correct a deviated septum. But treatment options aren’t limited for those who’ve undergone balloon sinuplasty when additional surgery is needed, Lukacs said.

Smith said each potential candidate for balloon sinuplasty is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, as there is no rule of thumb regarding the surgery.

“It’s more guided by the patient’s anatomy – everybody’s anatomy is different,” he said.

“Sinuses are shaped like fingerprints: no two are the same … but if (medical therapy) becomes unsuccessful, that is where (balloon sinuplasty) is an option.”

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Going pink for Cindy’s Hope Chest Fundraiser to support breast cancer nonprofit

by Josh Whitener josh@unioncountyweekly.com

INDIAN TRAIL – Cindy Summers has spent the past four years reaching out to local women with breast cancer through her organization, CinHope Chest. wellness dy’sCommunity members will have the opportunity to pitch in this weekend to help Summers fulfill her mission to provide products, services and financial support to women battling breast cancer. Suite nightclub, located at 210 E. Trade St. in uptown Charlotte, is dedicating its Oct. 3 Fundraiser Friday to Cindy’s Hope Chest in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The fundraiser takes place from 9:30 to 11 p.m. and includes $3 “U Call It” drink specials for a $5 donation. Proceeds from the donations will benefit Cindy’s Hope Chest, which provides services, items, financial support and counseling to breast cancer patients and their caregivers.

Wakeelah Houston experienced Cindy’s

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Hope Chest services first hand when she was diagnosed with breast cancer in February. Houston was 21 weeks pregnant when she found out she had cancer, and a coworker who had volunteered with Cindy’s Hope Chest suggested Houston reach out to the organization.

“I reached out to Cindy, and if she couldn’t do (what I needed), she would show me somebody that might (be able to help),” Houston said.

Houston, a single mom to a 7-year-old daughter, also was looking for a permanent place to live and was stretched thin receiving chemotherapy treatments during her pregnancy. Summers and other Cindy’s Hope Chest volunteers threw Houston a baby shower at one of the organization’s monthly lunch meetings, and the nonprofit also provided financial assistance for Houston’s down payment on her new place of residence.

“That was a lot right there,” Houston said. “It’s nice. She’s been very helpful.”

Though Cindy’s Hope Chest doesn’t often come across a pregnant client, the services the nonprofit provided Houston paint a small picture of the array of work Summers and her volunteer supporters do for hundreds of women in the Charlotte area. Cindy’s Hope Chest provides services

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including transportation to and from treatment, child care, lawn care, housekeeping, gift baskets, grocery errands and emotional counseling.

The organization collects wigs and mastectomy bras to provide for clients, as well as funds to help cover treatment costs for families in need. Cindy’s Hope Chest also houses a “day getaway” in Indian Trail, where women fighting breast cancer can to relax, read a book or use its free Wi-Fi. Cindy’s Hope Chest goes beyond providing material and financial support – Summers provides one-on-one emotional and informative support to patients and their caregivers. Summers meets with her clients’ friends and family members, telling the caregivers what their loved one will go through and how they can help.

This year has been particularly difficult for Cindy’s Hope Chest, Summers said, because she has seen a lot of clients with recurring cancer, as well as several clients in the late stages of breast cancer.

“I’ve had one lady (who) contacted me with stage IV (breast cancer) now,” Summers said. “She’s having issues with her insurance continuing to pay for medicine.

My goal right now is to help her continue to pay for the medicine. It would be horrible to … not have the stuff you need.”

Summers estimates Cindy’s Hope Chest has seen more than 500 clients since its inception in 2010, which is why donations, business sponsorships and events like Suite’s Fundraiser Friday are so important.

“I’m still kind of doing the same thing, individualizing (the clients) where they’re at (and taking) care of the ones who need help that organizations don’t fund,” Summers said. “I don’t want to turn anyone away.”

Houston, who now is mom to threemonth-old Jakatra, a healthy baby boy, is grateful for the support Summers and Cindy’s Hope Chest provided during a difficult time, and she wants community members to know how much the organization benefits its clients.

“What she did for me, she does it from the heart,” Houston said. “She genuinely cares, knows each situation. She wants to help everyone (fighting) breast cancer that she can.”

Cindy’s Hope Chest also hosts monthly support luncheons at various local restaurants. The meetings are open to anyone fighting breast cancer or providing support to someone diagnosed with the disease.

Receive updates on the monthly luncheons at the Cindy’s Hope Chest Facebook page.

Learn more about Cindy’s Hope Chest at www.cindyshopechest.org.

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CMC-Union provides modern facility for women, children

by Courtney Schultz courtney@unioncountyweekly.com

MONROE – Carolinas Medical CenterUnion, part of the Carolinas HealthCare System, will open its Women and Children’s Center, on Nov. 17, a Monday, giving County residents wellness Union access to specialized women’s and children’s health care services.

“The take home message is that it’s going to be the most modern facility in the Charlottemetro area,” said Dr. Benion Horton, chair of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at CMC-Union and medical director at Union Obstetrics and Gynecology.

The facility will provide an exclusive experience for women and children with a private entrance for moms-to-be and their families, labor, delivery, recovery and post-partum suites with a flat-screen television, mini fridge, sofa, private bed and overnight accommodation for families, a special-care nursery staffed by neonatologists which features private “family-bonding rooms” and family-style waiting lounge with a fireplace, bistro, Internet café and children’s play area.

The facility seeks to provide a family-centered atmosphere where families can interact

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with newborns, and a visitor-oriented space as if a person were in the living room of their home, Horton added.

Horton said CMC-Union will open the new center to fulfill an unmet need in the county, adding many families leave Union County because they believe they could receive a better birthing experience elsewhere. The new facility hopes to provide a modern and positive experience that encourages Union County families to stay local and go through the birthing process in the county, Horton added.

Horton also believes the new facility will mirror the staff of CMC-Union.

“With the opening of the new facility, not only do you have a state of the art facility, you’ll have state of the art care from some of the best staff I have ever worked with,” he said.

Also, the pediatric area will be staffed with physicians from the Carolinas HealthCare System’s Levine Children’s Hospital.

Some Union County parents may go outside of the county for pediatric care because they are looking for a specific standard of quality, and that standard will be brought the Union County through bringing in physicians from Levine, Horton said.

Find more information about the facility at CarolinasHealthCare.org/cmc-union-womenscenter.

CMC-Union is located at 600 Hospital Drive in Monroe.

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CHS, BCBSNC to offer more affordable health care plan

by Courtney Schultz courtney@unioncountyweekly.com

Area residents will get the chance to apply for a new health insurance plan that offers greater care with a lesser price.

Carolinas HealthCare System (CHS) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) have teamed up to offer “Blue Local with Carolinas HealthCare System.”

The plan gives customers who want to receive care from CHS another option to access the system’s full-range of health care services and patient-centered approach to care, according to a new release.

The collaborative plan will offer lower health care costs to consumers under 65 years old.

“Healthcare continues to evolve, and our collaboration with Carolinas HealthCare System is an example of how we can all work together across the health care industry to focus on providing quality and value,” Susan Weaver, chief medical

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officer of BCBSNC, said in the release. “Our goal at BCBSNC is to continue to create innovative relationships with providers that shift the focus of care to high quality outcomes at a more affordable cost while enhancing the experience for our customers.”

Patients will have access to 900 care locations including primary care, specialty care, hospitals, urgent care, emergency care, preventative care and continuing care all within CHS. Physicians will have a “360-view” of the patient with the majority of the care within the same system, so physicians can see the patient’s clinical and medical history, said Joan Thomas, president of managed health resources for CHS. Physicians will even know whether a patient does not refill their prescription so, Thomas said, they will prompt medical professionals to reach out to the patient.

“We actually are doing this with most of the large (insurance) carriers because its an innovative way to work together and share more information about members,” she said.

The plan seeks to increase efficiency in health care and helps the patient experience without duplicative services, Thomas added.

“Carolinas HealthCare System supports greater access to health insurance, an important resource

that leads to a relationship with a trusted provider and ultimately better health,” Roger Ray, executive vice president and chief physician executive for CHS, said in the release. “We are proud to offer this new product that will improve quality, lower patient cost and is a good option for those who want to receive Carolinas HealthCare System’s seamless, coordinated, high quality care.”

Blue Local with Carolinas HealthCare System will be offered at all four metallic levels. Each level represents a different level of benefit coverage. CHS owned and managed facilities in North Carolina will be in-network, as well as other providers.

Thomas said the coverage is set to be threefold – to increase the quality of care, increase patients’ health and help patients manage their own health.

Blue Local will be available to residents of Anson, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly, and Union counties.

However, the plan is not available for catastrophic coverage. The coverage does not begin until Jan. 1, 2015 and can be found on and off the North Carolina Health Insurance Marketplace.

Contact BCBSNC at 1-800-894-2880 to find out more about Blue Local.

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Central Academy at Lake Park art teacher Mila Antonyuk works with students on their art projects. Photo courtesy of Adriane White

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Central Academy students display artwork at Matthews Medical Center LAKE PARK – Students from Central Academy at Lake Park will display their artwork at the Novant Health Matthews Medical Center through Dec. 8 as part of the center’s school art program.

The artwork went on display at the medical center on Oct. 2 and features a variety of work from students at different grade levels, with most of the work done by the school’s elementary students. The display also features a plethora of techniques, styles, seasonal themes and more, according to a news release.

“As Central Academy at Lake Park continues to build its school’s fine arts program, having our students’ work highlighted in Novant Health’s Matthews Medical Art Exhibit area located off the hospital’s lobby is a wonderful opportunity,” Mila Antonyuk, Central Academy’s art teacher, said in a news release.

This is the third time in six years Central Academy students’ artwork has been displayed at Matthews Medical Center, previously known as Presbyterian Hospital Matthews. The goal of the school’s kindergarten-through-12th-grade art program is “to develop students’ artistic abilities from an early age and teach them to incorporate art skills in daily life,” according to the release.

Students at Central Academy study a wide variety of art media including drawing, painting, block printing, collage, paper mache, pottery, sculpting and weaving. Find more information at www.calpnc.org.

Central Academy at Lake Park is located at 3624 Lake Park Road. Matthews Medical Center is located at 1500 Matthews Township Pkwy. in Matthews.

Former Waxhaw principal joins UCEF Board of Directors WAXHAW – Rita Webb, the retired principal of Western Union Elementary School, Page 16 • Oct. 2 to 8, 2014 • Union County Weekly

a Waxhaw school, recently joined the 11-member volunteer board of directors of the Union County Education Foundation (UCEF).

“Rita provides an invaluable perspective for us since she has very recently been ‘in the trenches’ and knows how we can best ‘encourage Rita Webb educators.’ We will especially lean on Rita's expertise as we make decisions about the 113 mini-grant applications we received from UCPS teachers and staff,” the foundation said in a news release.

The UCEF is a nonprofit founded to provide financial assistance to Union County schools and educators. Find more information including details on the foundation’s minigrant program at www.ucedfoundation.org.

New signage reflects Sun Valley Elementary’s beliefs INDIAN TRAIL – Faculty, staff and students at Sun Valley Elementary School recently found their hallways “gleaming with pride and symbols of what they stand for as a community,” according to a news release.

Sun Valley Elementary Principal Terri Cooper designed, purchased and hung the following words in the school’s main hallway over the summer: Spartans, learners, leaders, family and stars. Gold and burgundy, the school’s colors, were used to decorate the school’s new signage, and logos of a Spartan helmet, award ribbon and stars decorate the aforementioned words.

The newly-decorated hallway has received positive feedback from Sun Valley Elementary teachers, who praised the signage as a (see Education Notes on page 17)

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Students at Sun Valley Elementary stand in front of some of the school’s new signage. Photo courtesy of Kevin Vickers

positive reflection of the school.

“I think that the new signage is very welcoming for our new families when they come into the school. I think that they like the way it looks. It makes the school look presentable and makes them feel more comfortable coming into the school,” exceptional children’s grade-level chair Jamar Bellamy said in the release.

Exceptional children’s teacher Clansetta Evans was inspired by the choices of words hanging in the hallway – something she believes helps visitors of the school know the school’s core beliefs.

“I think the signage we have in the hallways lets the new individuals come in and see what we stand for. We stand for leadership. We stand for learning. We stand for family, and we encourage our families and our children to be the best learners that they can be. Those families are a very important part of who we are, as well,” Evans said in the release.

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feedback about the new look.

“I think that the new signs in the hallway tell us that we are leaders. They also show us that we are learners, Spartans and family. I think that it shows the new kids coming we are all united and that we are all part of Sun Valley Elementary,” fourth-grader James Merritt said in the release.

The school has posted photos of the new signage on Sun Valley Elementary’s Facebook page, and community members have “openly embraced” the school’s new look, the release said.

Scholastic Anglers kicks off 2014-15 season MONROE – The Union County Scholastic Anglers Interscholastic Sport Fishing Program kicked off its 2014-15 season on Saturday, Sept. 27, with the first in a season-long tournament series.

The program is open to all middle and high school students at any public, private, charter or home school in Union County.

Student-anglers incorporate academic skills into competitive fishing and have the opportunity to earn individual and team

awards throughout the season.

Scholastic Anglers also offers monthly workshops and Boater’s Marine in Monroe, as well as a monthly tournament at the former Monroe Optimist Park Lake. Find more information at www.scholasticanglers.com.

Waxhaw students named National Achievement finalists WAXHAW – Two Waxhaw students recently were named semi-finalists for the 2015 National Achievement Scholarship Program.

Walter L. Bonar and Christopher Garrick, both of Marvin Ridge High School, will compete among 1,600 black American high school seniors for one of 700 one-time, $2,500 scholarships. Semi-finalists were selected based on their Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test Scores.

To advance to the finalist level in the competition, semi-finalists must submit a detailed scholarship application that provides information about their academic record, participation in school and community activities, leadership abilities, employment and honors and awards received. An estimated 1,300 students will be announced as finalists in January 2015.

Find more information about the National Achievement Scholarship Program at www.nationalmerit.org.

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A student-angler displays a fish he caught during a Union County Scholastic Anglers fishing tournament. Photo courtesy of Brian Booth

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Kaitlyn is one of many students Pucek has helped through an adapted P.E. program at Porter Ridge that’s taken off over the past several years.

“A couple of years ago, we had students with needs … in a P.E. setting,” Porter Ridge Elementary Principal Lisa Taylor said. “(Pucek) came to me and asked if he could, during his extra time, work one-on-one or in a small group with children (who) needed help on (P.E. activities).”

Pucek’s background didn’t involve working with children with disabilities, but he recognized the need, did some research and committed to developing a program to meet the needs of students who required adapted physical education.

“The big thing is you see a need,” Pucek said. “You see where you have an opportunity to work with these kids and hope you make a difference … I feel like I need to do my part to help them along.”

There are no set rules to the adapted P.E. program, as Pucek aims to meet each child’s individual needs. Pucek works with some children one-on-one and others in small groups – with some children participating in both settings. Some students, like Kaitlyn, also participate in a standard P.E. class with adapted activities.

There are some children Pucek works with once a week, and others he sees multiple times each week.

Iesha Thomas, exceptional children teacher assistant who works one-on-one with Kaitlyn, sees first hand how the activities benefit the children, Kaitlyn in particular. “(Pucek) has activities to help improve kids’ fine motor skills,” Thomas said. “He’ll use beanbags and let (Kaitlyn) put the beanbags in buckets to improve her fine motor skills, he’s strengthening her core with sit-ups, using swimming noodles for her to use her arms. He uses different activities to strengthen her fine motor skills and gross motor skills.”

Exceptional children teacher Davida Zike recently began her first year at Porter Ridge and was concerned about some of her students’ health, particularly regarding weight issues and a lack of physical activity. Pucek agreed to open the gym to Zike multiple times throughout the week so her students could have extra time for exercise.

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about getting exercise, working as a group,” Zike said. “I think a lot of that motivation and encouragement comes from (what adapted P.E.) has given them.”

The adapted P.E. program does more than keep students physically active, school counselor Brianne Johnson said. The activities the program provides help students who are struggling academically, as well as those facing anger management or peer relation problems, Johnson said. “(Pucek) really pushes them through the art of P.E. and physical activities, whether it’s playing basketball (or other activities that encourage) relationship building,” she said. “There are some students who struggle with peer relations, and (adapted P.E.) seems to be very good at helping with that.”

While parents and school faculty credit the improvement of the children’s lives to the activities adapted P.E. provides, they also give props to Pucek – someone they say has gone above and beyond the call of duty to reach out to students who need extra help.

“My daughter has autism, and over the course of one school year Coach (Pucek) helped a very socially-backward little girl emerge from her shell,” Porter Ridge parent Lisa Shields said in an email. “He helped my daughter identify her physical strengths, while modeling acceptance and encouragement to my daughter and her classmates.”

Pre-kindergarten exceptional children teacher April Williams echoed Shields’s sentiments.

“This isn’t something that he came in prepared to do or knowing how to do,” Williams said.

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JAARS Day open house on Oct. 11 WAXHAW – JAARS will host a JAARS Day open house event on Oct. 11, a Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This “family-friendly” event will teach people how transportation, technology and media make global Bible translation possible, according to a news release. Free events and displays include aircraft, computers and media demonstrations, a boat ride, special speakers, visits to the Alphabet and Mexico museums and more. Lunch and rides on a small aircraft, helicopter or four-wheel drive will be available for an extra fee. Find more information at www.jaars.org/jaarsday, or call 704-843-6130.

JAARS is located at 7405 JAARS Road.

Save the date for Central Women’s Craft & Gift Show MONROE – Central United Methodist Church is asking people to save the date for the fourth annual Central Women’s Craft & Gift Show.

The event is slated for Nov. 8, a Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and vendor registration is currently open. Find more information about the event and how to register as a vendor at www.centralwomensshow.org.

Central UMC is located at 801 S. Hayne St. Craft fair and bake sale coming to St. Margaret’s WAXHAW – St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church’s women’s group will host Maggie’s Market Holiday Craft Fair & Bake Sale on Oct. 25, a Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The event will feature handmade items from 45 local crafters and artists. Items for sale will include pottery, wreaths, jewelry, knitted scarves, greeting cards, tie-dye shirts, baby blankets, American Girl doll clothes, holiday decoration, tote bags and purses and more. Email rushmary07@gmail.com for more information.

St. Margaret’s is located at 8515 Rea Road.

Blood drive at Idlewild Baptist this weekend MINT HILL – Idlewild Baptist Church will host a Power in the Blood Drive on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the community room of the church.

Blood collected will benefit the American Red Cross. All donors will be entered into a drawing for a $5,000 Visa gift card, courtesy of Suburban Propane.

People interested in scheduling an appointment can contact Carol Vanno at bvanno1@ yahoo.com, or visit www.redcrossblood.org www.unioncountyweekly.com

and enter sponsor code “Idlewild Baptist Church.” Call 704-847-6565 for more information.

Idlewild Baptist is located at 12701 Idlewild Road.

Luke-A-Palooza to return to St. Luke Catholic this month MINT HILL – St. Luke Catholic Church will host the 12th annual Luke-A-Palooza Fall Festival on Oct. 17 and 18, Friday and Saturday.

Friday’s events will take place from 5 to 10 p.m., and Saturday’s festivities will run from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The event will feature food, rides, games, face painting, karaoke, train rides, a “Theater Under the Stars,” children’s activities, live entertainment, raffles and silent auctions, used-book and homemade bake sales and a vendor bazaar.

The Knights of Columbus will sponsor free throw and soccer shoot out competitions, with trophies awarded to the winners. Music and entertainment will include children’s choirs, teen and adult rock bands, Christian music and a DJ. Derek James and Brandon Davidow, of WCCB, will make special appearances.

“We hope everyone will come and share in the fun this year. Our mission is to promote fellowship with the St. Luke community and the Matthews-Mint Hill area community at large,” Luke-A-Palooza chairperson Rose Werner said in a news release.

Admission costs $2 per person, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Urban Ministry Center and With Love from Jesus – two nonprofits that serve people in need in the Charlotte area. Tickets for rides, food and other activities will be sold at the gate. Call 704-545-1224, email fallfestival@ stlukechurch.net or visit www.lukeapalooza. org for more information.

St. Luke Catholic is located at 13700 Lawyers Road.

Team Church to host movie night MATTHEWS – Team Church will host a Blitz with Glitz Movie Night on Oct. 12, a Sunday, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

People are invited to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite snack to the event.

Call 704-469-5642 or visit www.teamchurch. com/events for more information.

Team Church is located at 2301 Stevens Mill Road.

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Calendar 10.4.14 Saturday

Calling all Crafters, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The 15th annual Holiday Craft Show is returning to Monroe.The show will feature crafts and demonstrations from more than 115 craftsmen and women.

The first craft show of the season offers everything from original stained glass, one-of-a-kind handmade jewelry, pottery, baked goods, holiday décor and a multitude of other merchandise.

The largest crafts show in Union County is open to the public and offers free parking and admission.

For more information, including vendor registration, contact Leann Broome at 704-282-4685 or lbroome@ monroenc.org.

Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center, 2325 Hanover Drive, Monroe

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Tuesday

Thursday

YogaTales Kids, 10 a.m.

Created by Indian Trail resident Sarah Klapprodt, YogaTales is a creative program where children will enjoy an art project, yoga and music all inspired by a favorite storybook. YogaTales encourages a love for reading by helping children connect with stories on three major learning levels – auditory, visual and kinesthetic.

Sarah Klapprodt is a certified children's yoga instructor and former special educator. She combines those skills in a relaxed class, designed for moms and kids of all ages with an emphasis on gathering together for fun and friendship.

Cost is $10 per class per child or $5 per class with a non-perishable food donation to Common Cupboard, a nonprofit helping families in need in Indian Trail. The donations will be collected in class.

Pre-registration is required to ensure enough materials. To pre-register or for more information, contact Sarah at peaceartandyoganc@gmail.com Indian Trail Cultural Arts Center, 100 Navajo Trail, Indian Trail

10.8.14 Wednesday

Caregiver Support Group

Oct. 4

Generation’s United, Inc. will host its newly-formed Caregiver Support Group. The group will host two sessions – one beginning at 10 a.m. and the other at 7 p.m.

Staff members will be on hand to look after the person attendees are caring for. The cost is $10 for the first caregiver and $5 for each additional attendee.

Space is limited, and pre-registration is recommended.

Call 704-909-9630 or visit www.genearationsuniteduc. wix.com/generationsunited.com for more information.

Generation’s United, 101 Post Office Drive, Indian Trail

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10.11.14 and 10.25.14 Saturday and Friday

Stallings Park & Rec Department meeting, 7 to 9 p.m.

Volunteer at the Park Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Stallings Parks and Recreation Committee is hosting a special meeting to discuss the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. All attendees are welcome.

Contact Dena Sabinske, director of Parks and Recreation at 704-821-8557, ext. 227, or by emailing dsabinske@ stallingsnc.org for more information.

Stallings Civic Building, 323 Stallings Road, Stallings

Wesley Chapel is seeking volunteers for its two upcoming volunteer work days. There are jobs for all ages, but all volunteers must sign a waiver, and parents must sign for those under the age of 18 years old.

Some of the projects volunteers will be working on include building the first community dog park in Union County; trail building, fencing, general park clean up; and mulching around plants and shrubs.

Contact Cheryl Bennett for more information by emailing her at clerk@wesleychaplenc.com.

Dogwood Park, 121 Lester Davis Road, Wesley Chapel

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Women’s Outdoor Skills Workshop, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In partnership with the North Carolina Wildlife Hunter Education Program, the Union County Parks and Recreation Department is presenting a day clinic on Women’s Outdoor Skills Workshop.

All women 10 years old and older are welcome to attend, though the class size will be limited to 40 participants.The free clinic will provide lessons on archery, fundamentals of fishing, compass orienteering and basic camping skills.

Pre-registration is required.

For more information, call Lindsey Fowler at 704-8433919 ext. 23 or email Lindseyfowler@co.union.nc.us.

Cane Creek Park, 5213 Harkey Road, Waxhaw Send us your stuff!

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10.25.14 Saturday

Closet Ministry 5K Fun Run, 3:30 to 6 p.m.

The Closet Ministry and city of Monroe Fire Department is hosting its first-annual 5K Fun Run in downtown Monroe. The 5K run begins at 4:30 p.m. with a Kids’ Run for children ages 12 and under beginning at 4:45 p.m.

Each race will present an awards ceremony, and each participant will receive a 20 percent off voucher for the post party dinner at Showmars’ Monroe location.

Pre-registration is available online until Oct. 23, and mailed registration forms must be postmarked by Oct. 20. Adult pre-registration is $25 and $30 the day of and kids’ registration is $10 and $15 the day of. No pets are allowed, children ages 2 and under are free and jogging strollers are allowed in the race. All proceeds benefit the Closet Ministry. Visit www.thecloset5kfunrun.com for more information or to register.

Corner of West Jefferson and North Main streets, Monroe

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(From left to right) Maddie Spurgeon, Courtney Paules, Madison Cundiff and Makenzie Kuchmaner are on track to record their fourth conference championship, riding a 53-0 winning streak.Hannah Dockery/UCW photo

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Since the school opened in 2007, the volleyball team at Marvin Ridge High School has established a dynasty, recording seven winning seasons in eight years.

But the last four years have solidified the Mavs as one of the best volleyball programs in the state and five seniors on this year’s team have been a huge factor in that success.

Makenzie Kuchmaner, Katrina Hartley, Courtney Paulus, Maddie Spurgeon and Madison Cundiff have helped the Maverick program flourish since they entered high school in 2011. Over the last three seasons the Mavs have recorded a 68-14 record that carried them to the third round of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association Class 3A state playoffs in 2011 and the fourth round in 2012 and 2013.

And at the county level, the Mavericks have utterly dominated. This season, they boast a 15-2 record and are 6-0 in conference play, riding an undefeated conference streak that dates back to 2010. In conference play since then, they’re 53-0 and have claimed the last four Southern Carolinas conference championships.

Through all of the success, those five seniors have driven the Marvin Ridge supremacy since entering high school, and it’s a cycle that they expect to continue.

“People at this school have such a drive,” Paulus said. “When you come into the program, you know what you’re expected to do. www.unioncountyweekly.com

You know that you need to be conditioned – we condition all the time here. There’s an expectation that we’re going to play at a higher level and you have to be ready for that.”

The high level of play works in tandem with sheer talent from a group of girls that have been playing together since sixth grade and have lofty expectations for their senior season.

Kuchmaner, the Mavs star libero and fouryear varsity starter, is the heart and soul of the team as their vocal leader and has the stats to back it up. She’s recorded 253 digs in the Mavs 17 games this season, upping her career digs to over 1,250 and has a serving percentage of 96 percent that’s helped her record 21 aces.

Despite her vital role in their dominating run, she said it’s been somewhat unexpected.

“Honestly, it’s been a wild ride and something we didn’t really think about when we started playing,” she said. “You don’t really expect it. You go out there and play every game and you play to win every game. When you do, it’s a great feeling, but you have to go into each game with a winning attitude.

“We always have great team chemistry. No matter how many new girls we get, they fit into the system. This year when we went into our first tournament we didn’t really know what to expect, but it’s not long before we realize how well our chemistry with everyone is and that shows.”

Kuchmaner, who’s one of the top defensive players in the state, has help all over the court – especially in her senior classmates. Paulus, a 5-foot-11 middle hitter, has recorded 86 kills

and 36 blocks while Spurgeon, a 5-foot-10 setter, has 73 kills, 25 digs and 21 blocks and 19 aces.

But the talented team suffered a tough blow when Hartley (145 kills, 87 digs, 16 aces), their leading outside hitter who adds an intimidating presence on the court at 6-feet, went out just before the Weddington game to have sinus surgery. Coach Brook Hammers said she’s unsure when Hartley will return, but hopeful she won’t be out for the remainder of the season.

And in typical Maverick volleyball form, there are several girls with enough talent to fill in the shoes of someone as good as Hartley.

Freshmen Carly Owens and Noelle Soldo joined the varsity team this year and have both played big minutes from their spots at outside hitter. The senior girls said that despite their young age, they’ve blended into the alwaysgood Marvin Ridge dynamics, especially in light of Hartley’s absence.

“They’re showing that age doesn’t matter when we step out onto the court,” Kuchmaner said. “You don’t really notice that they’re freshmen because they’re playing at a higher level – the same level that we’ve been playing at for four years now. It’s really helping us out because they go out there and do what we expect them to do.”

“It’s helped us so much,” Spurgeon added.

“We have a ton of athletic girls and with the younger ones, we can throw them in any position and they’ll do well no matter where they are on the court.”

Owens, who’s already 5-foot-10, is second on

the team behind Hartley in kills with 110 and has added 83 digs and 15 aces. Soldo is third on the team in digs (92) and has recorded 76 kills. Combine that talent with 5-foot-10 junior middle hitter Rebecca Hambright (39 blocks), junior setter Ally MacWhirter (469 assists, 102 digs) and 6-foot sophomore hitter Erin Paulus and you’ve got the ingredients for another conference championship season, and beyond.

“Our offense is really, really good,” Courtney Paulus said. “And with the new players and younger girls, you can throw them into any position and they show up so that’s definitely one of our strengths.”

The Mavericks travel to Piedmont on Thursday, Oct. 2 and will have just three games standing in the way of another conference championship. They face rival Weddington (8-3, 4-1) in the last game of the season but weren’t troubled at all by the Warriors in their first meeting, winning all three sets (25-13, 25-21, 25-11).

Another undefeated conference season and championship title for these seniors would be a sweet ending to an already wildly successful high school campaign. A state championship appearance would be even sweeter.

“Of course it would be amazing,” Paulus said. “But we’re playing one game at time and working our way up. Once we get further than that – well, we’ll see. But right now we’re focusing on the present.”

“Winning is always the goal,” Kuchmaner said. “You never want the season to end. It’s bittersweet.”

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Game previews

All you need to know for this week’s games Piedmont at West Stanly

Game time: Friday, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m.

2014 records: Piedmont is 2-3; West Stanly is 2-3 Last meeting: Piedmont won, 34-26, on Oct. 4, 2013 Players to watch: Piedmont: quarterback Cameron Tripp, running back Aaron Braswell, linebackers Dalton Craig and Garrett Hinson, receiver Cody Leviner; West Stanly: running back Malik Johnson, linebacker Conner Edwards, cornerbacks Joshua Wilson and Blaine Longs The Skinny: Piedmont comes off a muchneeded win against CATA right when many were starting to believe they were headed on a downward spiral.

The Cougars are talented, so it was a confidence boost for the struggling Panthers that should carry them through their contest with West Stanly, especially if Braswell can get the ball as he ran for 151 yards on 20 carries last week. The Colts, on the other hand, have dropped their last three after winning their first two and didn’t put up a point against Central Cabarrus last week. Their quarterback Christian Boone is only completing 28 percent of his passes and it’s showing, as they can’t seem to get into the end zone. Piedmont should be able to run away with another win this week and get back to .500 but they’ll have to keep their inconsistency from getting in the way. – Hannah Dockery

High Point Christian at Metrolina Christian

Game time: Friday, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m.

2014 records: High Point Christian is 5-0; Metrolina Christian is 4-1 Last meeting: Metrolina won, 43-38, on Oct. 4, 2013 Players to watch: High Point Christian: left tackle Andrew Couillard; Metrolina Christian: quarterback Rud Yearick, receivers Logan Shumate and Chandler Rivers, linebackers Ashton Thomas and Aaron Stewart, defensive back Andy Austin, running back Christian Yarbourough The Skinny: This could be a good one, folks. High Point Christian hasn’t lost a game yet and they’re averaging 38 points per contest. But their roster is small – only 20-something guys – and the teams they’ve faced have all had losing records. This could be the game that keeps them from an undefeated season as Metrolina Christian is coming off a 51-0 undoing of Victory Christian and quarterback Rud Yearick is playing his best of late, already

passing for over 1,000 yards and 17 touchdowns while adding another five scores on his feet. As good as their offense is, their defense is even better with tackling machines in Thomas and Stewart and a line that’s not especially big but very athletic; they’ve held opponents scoreless in three of their five games. A win over High Point won’t come easy, but if they pull through it’ll be their best one to date and a huge boost going into conference. – Hannah Dockery

West Montgomery at Union Academy

Game time: Friday, Oct. 3, 7:30 p.m.

2014 records: West Montgomery is 4-1; Union Academy is 2-4 Last meeting: West Montgomery won, 56-23, on Oct. 4, 2013 Players to watch: West Montgomery: quarterback Jack Dozier, running back Fred Lomax, lineman Aaron Goins, linebackers Seth Williams and Jarrett Little; Union Academy: quarterback Jake Cadle, running back Christian Almedia, linebackers Zach Zupetz and Jeremy Miller The Skinny: The Cardinals probably didn’t expect to lose to South Stanly – a team that was 0-4 until last week. Unfortunately for them, they won’t fare much better on Friday as West Montgomery is off to a 4-1 start and returns several guys from last year’s Class 1A state runner-up team. Their quarterback is just a sophomore, which has led to some costly mistakes at times but he’s got experienced weapons on the ground and in the air in Lomax and receivers Quintin Edwards and Cameron Moore and he knows how to use them. Zupetz and Miller will need to take control of a young Cardinal defense and they’ll need to have their best game yet if they want any chance of keeping those guys out of the end zone, but the Warriors may be too much to handle. – Hannah Dockery

Porter Ridge at Independence

Game time: Thursday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m.

2014 records: Porter Ridge is 0-5; Independence is 6-0 Last meeting: Porter Ridge won, 35-34, on Oct. 4, 2013 Players to watch: Porter Ridge: receiver A.J. Barrett, quarterback Tyrek Huntley, guard Matt Donohue; Independence: quarterback Kelvin Hopkins, defensive back Adonis Alexander, defensive tackle Christian Colon, receiver Will Walton, running backs AJ Peal and Quantavious

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McGill, linebacker Chris Mangum The Skinny: Another day, another dominating defensive performance for the Patriots, as they steamrolled East Meck, 35-0, for their fifth shutout last week. The Patriots are rolling, defeating the Eagles without Hopkins, who was out last week. Despite their gaudy offensive production, coach Joe Evans is still looking for the Patriots to put together a complete offensive game plan, and they have a chance to do just that this week. The Pirates are really struggling, giving up 100 points more than they’ve scored on offense. Aside from Butler, if there’s one game the Patriots circled on their calendar it’s this one, after losing to the Pirates in dramatic fashion after a penalty-filled drive led to a two-point conversion at the buzzer for a controversial Porter Ridge win last year. Independence has extra motivation, but may not even need it this week. – Andrew Stark

Marvin Ridge at Victory Christian

Game time: Thursday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m.

2014 records: Marvin Ridge is 0-4; Victory Christian is 1-2 Last meeting: Victory Christian won, 20-14, on Oct. 4, 2013 Players to watch: Marvin Ridge: defensive lineman John Wells, tight end Hunter Collona, receiver Emeka Emeze, quarterbacks Kevin Dobos and Drew Swoope; Victory Christian: quarterback Jordan Lee, tight end/defensive end Michael Holmes, running back Joshua Allen, lineman/ tight end Thad Moss The Skinny: The Mavs had their chance to pull off a huge upset against a heavily-depleted Davidson Day team, but couldn’t hold on late before dropping their fourth straight game.

It appears that the Mavs are in for another long season, but could get things going this week, especially with added motivation after letting one slip away and losing to Victory Christian last year. To do so, they have to stop Allen, who’s a talented runner capable of taking games over.

Lee is a dual-threat guy who will give the Marvin Ridge defense some trouble, but that side of the ball played pretty well last week. If the Mavs are to finally get off the snide, they need the offense to generate more than the 15.8 points per game they’ve mustered so far. – Andrew Stark

Weddington at Charlotte Country Day

Game time: Thursday, Oct. 2, 7 p.m.

2014 records: Country Day is 4-1; Weddington is 5-0 Last meeting: Weddington won, 28-3, on Oct. 4, 2013 Players to watch: Weddington:

quarterback David Bayha, linebackers Joey Hobbs, Lance Moore and Jack Jenkins, receivers Zach Goins, Joe Bensch and Chris Trevisan; Country Day: quarterback Cole Bloomer, running back/ defensive back Sheppard Wilson, receiver Byron Smith, defensive end Richard Coker, linebacker Luca Katz The Skinny: Country Day has been the surprise team of the CISAA and have some big wins under its belt.

However, the only team the Bucs have played who are in near talented Warriors’ class – Charlotte Catholic – throttled Country Day to the tune of 35-10 earlier this year. The Bucs have a sound run game with Wilson and Nicholas Radford, but if the Warriors can clog the holes and force Bloomer to pass, they should run away with a win. Bloomer is capable, but not much of a scrambler and doesn’t complete a high percentage.

The Warriors were off last week, but Bayha is developing nice chemistry with his receivers. Weddington’s fierce linebackers should be able to control the Country Day backfield and get the Warriors to 6-0 after this one. – Andrew Stark

Carolina Pride at Providence Day

Game time: Thursday, Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m.

2014 Records: Carolina Pride is 5-0; Providence Day is 1-5 Last meeting: Providence Day won, 36-14, on Sept. 12, 2013 Players to watch: Carolina Pride: quarterback Bruce Dixon, receiver Jaylen Erwin, receiver/linebacker John Thierfelder; Providence Day: running back Gabe Montgomery, quarterback John Schweitzer, defensive back Deonte Henderston, lineman Eric Cal, linebackers Solomon Key and Ricky Smith The Skinny: The Pride has never beaten a CISAA team before but that could change on Thursday, as they enter this contest with an undefeated record while the Chargers have struggled all season and have dropped their last four games. A Pride win would be historic and we think they’ve got the talent to do it.

Dixon has already passed for nearly 1,000 yards and 15 touchdowns and he’s the catalyst behind the Pride’s high-flying offense that’s averaging 40 points per game. The Chargers are desperate for a win but they’re going to need Montgomery and their offense to generate more than the 14 points they’ve been averaging. A win could keep them from heading in a downward spiral, but we have a feeling the Pride has had this game circled on their calendar for months now. – Hannah Dockery www.unioncountyweekly.com

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W e e kly gam e stats s u p e r pa s s ing NAME Austin Kendall Rud Yearick Bruce Dixon Cameron Tripp David Bayha Zephaniah Wall Josh Coble Kevin Dobos Demarco Reaves Drew Swoope Isaiah Hicklin Clemson Allen Jake Cadle Manasseh Missick Zaccheus Rorie

Games Team 6 Cuthbertson 5 Metrolina 4 Carolina Pride 5 Piedmont 5 Weddington 6 Monroe 6 Parkwood 4 Marvin Ridge 6 Sun Valley 4 Marvin Ridge 6 Sun Valley 6 CATA 5 Union Academy 5 Union Academy 4 Forest Hills

r u s hing NAME Albert Funderburke Chase Byrum Tre Butler Aaron Braswell Christian Yarborough DeShawn Morrison Zephaniah Wall Christian Almedia Jack Heda Bruce Dixon Rud Yearick Jayshawn McLaughlin Mitchell Carson

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Yards TD Int 1755 16 9 1023 17 5 826 15 7 779 8 3 748 15 7 646 5 5 631 8 1 397 3 4 381 4 2 343 3 1 268 1 2 254 6 3 229 1 1 120 2 1 109 1 1

Previous ranking: No. 1 The Warriors were off last week, but we know coach Tim Carson had them working just as hard. They’ve got Country Day, Anson and Cuthbertson on tap for the next three weeks and could easily improve to 8-0 if they keep their focus.

2) Carolina Pride (5-0)

Previous ranking: No. 2 For the first time in history, the Pride appears at our No. 2 spot and we’re confident they’ve earned it. GiveNGo Fellowship forfeited this matchup last week and the Pride now faces Providence Day. These guys have never beaten a CISAA team, but we feel the tides are turning.

3) Monroe (3-3)

Previous ranking: No. 2 It’s a little hard to believe that the Redhawks have dropped three in a row, but their non-conference schedule has been brutal.

Despite a tough loss to Sun Valley, they’ve got a week off to get their heads on straight before Rocky River conference play begins, where they still have enough talent to repeat as conference champs.

Games Team Att Yards TD 6 Sun Valley 145 1246 13 6 Monroe 114 672 7 6 Parkwood 71 584 7 5 Piedmont 77 546 6 5 Metrolina 76 537 2 6 CATA 54 475 4 6 Monroe 48 409 8 5 Union Academy 59 397 0 6 CATA 59 384 4 4 Carolina Pride 39 382 4 5 Metrolina 43 371 5 5 Forest Hills 45 346 5 5 Weddington 83 338 4

rec eving NAME J.T. Cauthen B.J. Muckelvene Max Robinson Logan Shumate Jeremiah Miller Zach Goins Chandler Rivers Jaylen Erwin Nick Karas Aaron Braswell Jaylen Nixon Casey Stamper Emeka Emezie Cody Leviner Braxton Knotts Chris Trevisan Quay Threatt John Thierfelder

Comp Att 124 205 66 113 42 108 63 120 51 87 34 74 31 54 31 56 15 32 23 50 24 51 14 33 11 30 5 12 9 26

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Games Team Att 6 Cuthbertson 40 6 Cuthbertson 46 6 Parkwood 21 5 Metrolina 20 6 Sun Valley 12 5 Weddington 20 5 Metrolina 17 4 Carolina Pride 8 6 Cuthbertson 11 5 Piedmont 16 6 Monroe 11 6 Cuthbertson 19 4 Marvin Ridge 16 5 Piedmont 18 6 Monroe 7 5 Weddington 8 6 CATA 5 4 Carolina Pride 10

NAME Games Team Sacks Connor Gerlits 6 Cuthbertson 9 Drew Hause 6 Parkwood 8 Jaqueius Alsbrooks 6 Monroe 7 Dom Ventura 6 Sun Valley 6 Lee Davis 6 CATA 5.5 Kenneth Davis 6 Sun Valley 5 Naim Donaldson 6 CATA 5 Alex Miles 6 CATA 4.5 Izaiah Thomas 6 Monroe 4 Evan Whiteside 6 CATA 4 Thomas Mobley 6 Sun Valley 3 Howard Lowery 6 Cuthbertson 3 Deandre Staton 6 Monroe 3 John Wells 4 Marvin Ridge 3 www.unioncountyweekly.com

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Yards TDs 653 6 583 8 508 8 378 7 355 2 321 7 275 5 232 4 228 1 223 2 203 4 200 1 195 1 186 2 178 0 176 3 170 3 164 1

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Games Team Tackles 6 CATA 64 6 Cuthbertson 63 6 Cuthbertson 59 5 Piedmont 54 6 Sun Valley 51 6 Monroe 51 6 CATA 50 5 Piedmont 49 5 Metrolina 47 5 Weddington 47 5 Piedmont 47 46 Dontavious Covington 6 Monroe 5 Forest Hills 46 Tyrese Marsh NAME DeShawn Morrison Connor Gerlits Zach Carver Dalton Craig Thomas Mobley Eric Heath Naim Donaldson Garrett Hinson Andy Austin Jack Jenkins Jordan Deese

Previous ranking: No. 4 The Spartans bounced back from an ugly win over Porter Ridge and bested Class 2A power Monroe thanks to a big performance

by Albert Funderburke. We’re holding them at No. 4 for this week given their inconsistent play; a win over Piedmont next week though would help prove their name.

5) Parkwood (4-2)

Previous ranking: No. 5 The Rebels had no problem defeating Cherryville and they needed the win after a shaking by Weddington the week prior. With conference play looming, these guys have a tough schedule with West Stanly, Forest Hills and Monroe, but they aren’t the Rebels of prior years and could make some noise.

6) Metrolina Christian (4-1)

Previous ranking: No. 6 The Warriors throttled Victory Christian Academy to record their third shutout of the season. These guys are legit, but we’ll see what they can do with a loaded High Point Christian team this Friday. If they walk away with a win, people will be talking.

7) Cuthbertson (3-3)

Previous ranking: No. 7 The Cavs hang on to our No. 7 spot and have been looking better the last two weeks.

We’re still not sure what to make of them as we expected more from Kendall, Mucklevene and Co. but they’ve got conference to prove themselves. They’re off this week and then face Marvin Ridge – a game that could give them a winning record.

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Week ly game Picks guest picker

by Hannah Dockery hannah@unioncountyweekly.com

It’s hard to believe we’re entering Week 7 of the season, and with each passing Friday teams are starting to distinguish themselves as either the elite or those that could struggle in conference play unless something changes.

Weddington remains atop our Super 7 as the only undefeated public school remaining. They had a bye week to prep for Country Day but with this Warrior squad that’s dangerous in all phases of the game, it could be their year.

There’s a small slate of games on tap for Thursday and Friday. Expect Independence to dominate Porter Ridge and Union Academy has its hands full with last year’s Class 1A state runner-up West Montgomery. Piedmont will want to get back to .500 and could do just that while Marvin Ridge might grab its first win of the season – but it won’t be easy. Metrolina hosts a very good High Point Christian team and a win over those guys would be a quality one. So, despite the small schedule, there are definitely some good games on tap.

I struggled last week with my picks and failed to call some upsets, but I feel a little more confident this week. Our guest picker is Union Academy soccer coach Vic Johnson. Johnson knows what it takes to win on the soccer field, and already has the Cardinals off to a 5-0 start in conference play. We’ll see how he fares against Andrew and me.

“I believe that in order for a team to be successful, the players must display these characteristics: belief, determination, motivation, self-discipline, hard work, persistence, teamwork and a never-quit attitude,” Johnson said. “If these are achieved, then it doesn’t matter what the score was, the team was successful.”

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weekly game schedule

Thursday, Oct. 2: Weddington at Country Day Porter Ridge at Independence Marvin Ridge at Victory Christian Carolina Pride at Providence Day

Friday, Oct.3: Piedmont at West Stanly High Point Christian at Metrolina Christian West Montgomery at Union Academy

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by Hannah Dockery hannah@unioncountyweekly.com

Fifth Annual Big South 5K The fifth-annual Big South 5K will take place Oct. 18 at 8 a.m. at Blakeney Shopping Center, and will coincide with the eighth-annual Blakeney Shopping Center Boo Bash.

This annual event will again serve as a fundraising opportunity for middle school athletic programs in the greater Charlotte area.

Since its inception in 2010, the Big South 5K has raised over $70,000 for middle school athletic programs in Mecklenburg and Union County and has become one of the area’s premier 5K races.

Last year, 100 percent of all race entry fees were donated directly to over 50 schools designated by participants as beneficiaries.

All participants will be treated to food, beverages, music and giveaways after the race concludes. Over 1,300 registrants raced in the Big South 5K last year and this year’s event is expected to be even bigger.

For more information and to register, visit www.BigSouth5K.com.

Spartan football edges Monroe In a backand-forth battle of strength on strength and explosive offenses, Sun Valley edged Monroe by one point in a 48-47 thriller on Sept.

26, handing the Redhawks their Albert Funderburke third consecutive loss.

The game came down to big plays in the second half. Midway through the third quarter the Redhawks held a 32-20 lead and almost took an 18-point lead, but had a Chase Byrum touchdown called back on a penalty, which changed the course of the game.

Sun Valley’s Thomas Mobley recovered a fumble to get the ball back, and a play later running back Albert Funderburke exploded up the middle for

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Last year’s fourth-annual Big South 5K. Photo courtesy of Matthew Van Sandt

an 88-yard touchdown as the Spartans cut their deficit to five. But the backand-forth battle continued as Monroe quarterback Rahmaad Sturdivant answered with a touchdown run of his own.

With the score 39-27 approaching the fourth quarter, Funderburke had another touchdown run to give the Spartans a brief lead, but Byrum responded with a score as the Redhawks held onto the lead, 47-34.

That was the last lead of the game the Redhawks saw as Funderburke added another score on the ground and receiver Jeremiah Miller scored

off a Demarco Reaves pass in the final minutes of the fourth quarter.

Funderburke finished the game rushing for 217 yards on 20 carries and scored three touchdowns. Miller led the Spartans aerial attack with four receptions for 138 yards and three scores while sophomore quarterback Reaves added three touchdowns of his own.

Despite the loss, Byrum had a big game for Monroe, rushing 33 times for 211 yards and three touchdowns.

After a brutal non-conference schedule, the Redhawks are off this week (see Sports Shorts on page 25)

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before beginning Rocky River conference play on Oct. 10. The Spartans, who improved to 4-2 with the win, also have a bye this week and travel to Piedmont on Oct. 10.

Maverick tennis beats Cuthbertson The Marvin Ridge tennis team improved to 4-1 in Southern Carolinas conference play with 6-3 a win over Cuthbertson on Sept. 25.

The Mavericks determined the win in singles’ play where they won five of their matches.

At Court 1, Rachel Zubrinsky edged Sarah Parker in the first set, winRachel Zubrinsky ning with a 7-4 tiebreaker but grabbed the second set win much easier, 6-2.

At Court 2, Meredith Emery downed Carra Clemons (6-3, 6-0); at Court 3, Hannah Scott beat Caytie Clemons (6-2, 6-0); at Court 5, Carly Landgraf beat Cassie Cahill (6-0, 6-1) and at Court 6, Hanna Hatala bested Lilla

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Gladden, 6-1, 6-1.

The Cavs only single win came at Court 3, where Kylie Ingram beat Shannon Farley, 6-1, 7-5.

In doubles’ play, the Cav duo of Carra and Caytie Clemons beat Zubrinsky and Scott at Court 1 in a 9-7 win. At Court 2, the Cavs won another match as Parker and Ingram beat Emery and Mira Hasha (8-3).

The Mavericks doubles win at Court 3 came from Landgraf and Farley, who bested Cahill and Gladden, 8-0.

Valley, McLain led the scoring effort with three goals and two assists while Fulton, O’Grady, Mason Peeler, Eric Schwieger, Mitchell Van Dyne and Arik Adams found the back of the net.

The Warriors host reigning Class 3A state champions Marvin Ridge (8-5-1) on Oct. 6.

Warrior soccer continues winning streak

Marvin Ridge athletics director Tom Jamerson announced last week that Marshall Smith would assume the role as the head girls basketball coach this season.

“Coach Smith has a tremendous passion for the game and excels in player development,” said Jamerson. “He’s a great communicator and stresses the fundamentals of basketball as well as a team-oriented approach.”

Smith comes from over a decade of coaching experience and was most recently the coach of the 2014 North Carolina NTBA Women’s Championship team, the Union County Comets.

Smith also served as the assistant coach for the Weddington Middle School girls basketball team where they recorded a 32-1 record and won the middle school championship in

The Weddington soccer team continued their dominating streak with two wins on Sept. 29 and 30, besting Sun Valley (3-9) and Piedmont (0-7-2).

The Warriors improved to 13-1-1 on the season and are riding a 12-game winning streak where they’ve outscored opponents 110-10. They’re off to a 3-0 start in Southern Carolinas conference play.

Senior Chris O’Grady had three goals and two assists in the Warriors’ win over Piedmont while Ethan McLain, Dana Donelson, Christian Fulton and Fuzzy Cogdell each scored as well. Wyatt Davis recorded two assists in the win.

In the Warriors win against Sun

Marvin Ridge names new girls basketball coach

2012. He is also the current chairman of the Weddington-Wesley Chapel Athletic Association Basketball Operations.

“I’m excited to become part of the Maverick family and make a difference with the women’s basketball program,” said Smith. “Having been part of the Union County Public Schools family the past couple of years, I’ve been able to notice the talent level of the overall county and especially the Marvin area athletes. I can’t wait to get started working with these tremendous athletes.”

Cougar tennis bests Mount Pleasant Central Academy’s No. 1 seed Kaley Williford downed Mount Pleasant’s Sydney Gray, 6-2, 6-2, to give the Cougars their first singles win of the night. They would go on to win the match, 6-2.

The Cougars also earned singles’ wins from Kathryn Wittek, Elizabeth Helms, Abril Ruiz and Maggie Horne, giving them a 5-1 cushion going into doubles’ play.

In doubles, Ruiz and Horne grabbed another win for the Cougars. Williford and Kendall Yelverton were tied, 8-8, at Court 1 before the match was called due to darkness.

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