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VOLUME 4, ISSUE 34

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The Dana Hills football team has been putting in hours of practice in preparation for the start of the 2011/2012 season. Photo by Tony Tribolet/XPSPhoto.com

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State Supreme Court Puts End to ‘Enemies List’ Case

SWAT Responds to Shot Fired Call, Homes Evacuated

Concerts in the Park Finale: Chicago Tribute Authority

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Join the family at Dana Point’s newest Yoga Studio: Sun Salute Yoga and Wisdom Center. The only studio with a joint friendly, soft surface, and regularly donation scheduled classes in the area. Try a variety of styles, traditional, athletic flow, Zumba, and restorative. SPECIAL DP Times Readers- Unlimited two week class for $22.00. Don’t forget to inquire about our 10 day all inclusive Yoga retreat to Bali, setting of ‘Eat, Pray, Love’! www.sunsaluteyoga.com Friend us at Facebook: Sun Salute Yoga

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McCool Flowers is family owned and operated, serving Dana Point, and South Orange County area since 1995. We guarantee to deliver the best quality floral design, freshest flowers, and best service to our customers, with a friendly and knowledgeable staff dedicated to providing the ultimate flower buying experience. Our gorgeous wedding and event florals are posted weekly on Facebook and our Blog. See for yourself! You’ll be pleased that you chose McCool Flowers!

Train for your first 5K or 10K. Run the Dana Point Turkey Trot! Beginning runners or wanting to set a personal record, Vivos Fitness offers a training program for everyone. For more information contact (949) 388-7000. Let’s get our kids moving, motivated and ready for the America’s Turkey Trot®.Check out the cool NEW Junior Turkey Trotter program for kids ages 5-12 at www.turkeytrot.com.

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Dana Point Chamber of Commerce, 24681 La Plaza, Suite 115, Dana Point, 949.496.1555

Relax fireside at the rustic Salt Creek Grille with a plate of their world-renowned “Creek Sliders” made famous by a unique combination of melt-in-yourmouth Hawaiian sweet rolls, arugula and bleu cheese aioli. Enjoy our all buffet, Champagne Sunday Brunch from 10:30am-2pm featuring omelet, meat carving, waffle and dessert stations, with garden salads, fresh seasonal fruits, fresh breads and pastries. Nestled at Crown Valley Parkway and PCH, enjoy live music at SCG Wednesday through Saturday evenings.

Since when does recycling just have to be for trash? Doheny Clothing Exchange is a local boutique that provides a new spin to the word “recycle.” The store oozes eco chic making gently used clothing cute, fun and appealing. It’s not a thrift store—expect to find current up-to-date clothing for fashionistas just like you. Trade your previous fashions and go shopping. Save your green and be green doing it! Buy-Sell-Trade.

Salt Creek Grille, 32802 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com

Doheny Clothing Exchange, 34276 Doheny Park Road, Capistrano Beach, 949.240.4800

With an exceptional variety of delectable drinks and tantalizing dishes, Quench Bar & Bistro provides an unsurpassed experience. Our dining room and outdoor patio provide an intimate environment where our customers feel welcome and comfortable. We take pride in serving our exquisite sauces, the freshest ingredients, fine wines, specialty cocktails, and unparalleled service. Quench is conveniently located just a short stroll from Salt Creek Beach, the Ritz-Carlton, and the St. Regis. Free adjacent parking.

First Saturday of each month, California farmers bring fresh produce to sell from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A variety of vendors including apples, cut-flowers, breads, salsa, tamales, nuts, caramel, corn, pickles, hot sauces, cookies, vegetables, coffee, fish, olives, confections, orchids and more. Plus 20-30 local arts & crafts vendors.

Quench Bar & Bistro, 2 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.276.7900, www.quenchbarandbistro.com

The New Dana Point Certified Farmers Market La Plaza Park, Dana Point, 949.573.5033

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City and Business Calendar Friday, August 26

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Wednesday, August 31

Shakespeare in the Park 6 p.m. Free Shakespeare performances August 26 and 27 at Lantern Bay Park, 25111 Park Lantern Road. For information call Alecia at 949.291.5083 or Sherry Murphy at 949.248.3533.

Summer Concerts in the Park 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. The free 2011 Summer Concerts in the Park series wraps up with a performance by Chicago tribute band, Chicago Tribute Authority at Sea Terrace Park, Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road. For more information call 949.248.3530, email smurphy@danapoint.org or see www.danapoint.org.

Last Day for Arts and Culture Commission Applications 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Dana Point City Hall, 33282 Golden Lantern. In order to be considered for appointment, applications must be filed no later than August 31, 5:30 p.m. in the City Clerk’s Office at the address noted above. Applications are available at the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall, Suite 203 or downloaded at www.danapoint.org. For more information call 949.248.3501.

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Emergency Preparedness Expo 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The city will host an emergency preparedness expo at Dana Hills, 33333 Golden Lantern, 949.248.3579, www.danapoint.org

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…SWAT Team Responds to Shot Fired Call?

THE LATEST: Orange County Sheriff’s Deputies armed with military-style weapons swarmed a Dana Point neighborhood Wednesday in search of a man seen running into a home with a rifle after receiving a “shot fired” call. Residents in the 34100 block of Amber Lantern were evacuated after the 9:30 a.m. report. An estimated 50 to 60 responders—including deputies, SWAT team members, the bomb squad and the Orange County Fire Authority—converged on Amber Lantern between San Marino and La Cresta, Orange County Sheriff’s Lt. Steve Doan said. Deputies armed with AR-15 and M4 rifles had taken up positions around the unit, crouching behind parked cars and

retaining walls as bystanders watched from behind yellow police tape. Authorities attempted to make contact with the man in the two-story multi-unit apartment home at 34106 Amber Lantern, but had not done so by 1:35 p.m., Doan said. Hostage negotiators were on scene too, although there was no indication the man was holding anyone inside against their will. Following unsuccessful attempts to reach the man via phone and PA system, deputies entered the home. “Our SWAT Team eventually made entry into the residence and didn’t find anybody inside,” said Doan. “Apparently the individual we’re looking for was not in the apartment.” Doan said no one had been injured and authorities were unsure what, if anything, had been targeted when the shot was fired. “It could very well have been an accidental discharge,” said Doan. “We don’t believe that there is any danger to the community with this individual on the loose but we do need to speak with him to determine what occurred that caused a firearm to discharge out in front of his house.” By 2:30 p.m. police had removed the yellow police tape and were allowing residents back into the area. WHAT’S NEXT: Deputies will continue to look for the subject in order to question him and find out what caused this discharge of a firearm, Doan said. FIND OUT MORE: Stay tuned. —Andrea Swayne

Deputies take aim at a multi-family apartment home on the 34100 block of Amber Lantern in Dana Point on August 24 following a 911 call reporting a shot fired at the residence. Photo by Andrea Swayne

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state Supreme Court has likely pushed the so-called enemies list drama firmly into Capistrano Unified’s past. The court on August 17 declined to act on a request from the District Attorney’s Office to “depublish” an appellate court’s ruling regarding former Assistant Superintendent Susan McGill. In McGill’s case, the appellate court said flatly, “The matter is now final.” McGill was charged with perjury in the case that targeted former Superintendent James Fleming for allegedly using district resources to create a list of those who signed recall petitions against all seven CUSD trustees in 2006. Charges were ultimately dropped when appellate justices said Fleming, as superintendent, would have been acting within the scope of his official duties and sought to find out who was unhappy with CUSD leaders. McGill was snared on the perjury charge when she told a grand jury she didn’t know what became of the lists. Appellate justices ruled the charge was unfair because she was called before the grand jury not as a target, but as a witness in the Fleming investigation. The District Attorney’s Office, the appellate court ruled, did not give McGill a chance to present evidence showing her innocence before the grand jury. WHAT’S NEXT: All of the charges against Fleming have been dismissed—the Supreme Court declined to act in his case in March. FIND OUT MORE: For more information, see the “Beyond the Blackboard” blog at www.danapointtimes.com —Jonathan Volzke

…The ‘Enemies List’ Case?

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…A Fatal Crash?

THE LATEST: The investigation is continuing into the cause of a fiery crash on Del Page 3

Obipso Street that claimed the life of a 21-year-old Dana Point man. Witnesses said the Jeep driven by Alexander August Goodrich, 21, was traveling at a high rate of speed—as much as 100 mph—north on Del Obispo on August 16, when it sideswiped another vehicle, careened across the southbound traffic lanes, across the sidewalk and into a chain link fence before plummeting down a steep slope and slamming into a concreteblock equipment building at the Marco Forster Middle School sports fields. Goodrich, a 2008 graduate of Dana Hills High School, escaped. His passenger, Bryan Dakota Ferguson, was trapped in the flaming vehicle and killed. WHAT’S NEXT: Orange County Sheriff’s Department spokesman Jim Amormino said investigators are examining evidence and reviewing witness statements to determine what caused the crash. He said there was no initial indication alcohol was involved in the 4 p.m. crash. Criminal charges could be filed if a law was broken that led to the death, Amormino said. FIND OUT MORE: See the full story at www.danapointtimes.com —JV

…The Blue Note Bandit?

THE LATEST: The “Blue Note Bandit” was sentenced August 23 to eight years in state prison for committing 13 robberies across Orange County. The man, David Andrew Camp, was arrested on February 17, 2010 after family members turned him in, having recognized his photo in media coverage of the robberies. According to the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, “the defendant entered (Cont. on page 4) www.danapointtimes.com

Eye on DP (Cont. from page 3) banks, many of which were located in grocery stores, often wearing a hat and sunglasses in an effort to disguise his identity. He handed a demand note to a bank teller at each location and verbally instructed them to give him only large bills and not to hide any dye packs.” The Federal Bureau of Investigations dubbed Camp the “Blue Note Bandit” when his first demand note was written on blue paper. No weapons were seen in any of the heists. Camp, 52, of Laguna Niguel pleaded guilty to 13 felony counts of second degree robbery. Between November 2009 and February 2010, Camp committed 13 bank robberies in Orange County. The robberies occurred in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Aliso Viejo, Lake Forest, Costa Mesa and Irvine. WHAT’S NEXT: Camp will not receive credit for time served toward his eight years prison sentence for the year and nine months that he has been in custody. He was also ordered to pay more than $26,000 in restitution. FIND OUT MORE: See past coverage at www.danapointtimes.com —JV/AS

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…Community Business Initiative Kicks Off?

THE LATEST: Members of Dana Point Police Services community-based policing team took to the streets on Tuesday to launch the new “It’s Your Business” initiative. Deputies and Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) visited harbor area businesses, in person, to introduce the It’s Your Business survey to local merchants. The survey is the first step in the initiative—created by the newly formed Dana Point Business Services Team—aimed at collecting feedback from the business community to evaluate the needs of local businesses. The Business Services Team was created in a cooperative effort that includes the city, Dana Point Police Services, the Chamber of Commerce and the local business community to shed light on both what the city is doing well and where opportunities for improvement exist. “We recognize that Dana Point businesses have a voice and we want to hear from them,” said Dana Point Police Chief Lt. Mark Levy at the kick off on Tuesday. “This initiative started with a focus on business safety and quickly grew into a comprehensive program designed to meet

Dana Point community policing team members (Front row L to R) VIPs Bill Bancroft, Karen Ungerman and Al Glatt and (Back row L to R) Deputy Brett Gardner, Sgt. Lynn Koehmstedt and Police Chief Lt. Mark Levy visited harbor area businesses on Tuesday to introduce the new “It’s Your Business” survey. Courtesy photo

the needs of our local business community. The responses to the survey are just the first step in the process of fostering an ideal working environment,” he said. WHAT’S NEXT: The team is committed to responding and taking action on the survey responses to make Dana Point the best it can be for businesses. The deadline for responding to the survey is November 9. Officials say that, “from networking and noise levels to code enforcement or business safety, no concern or compliment is too small, ” and that they hope to initiate an ongoing and proactive dialogue.

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The team will continue connecting with the community via visits, events and emails in the coming months. FIND OUT MORE: For more information and the full “It’s Your Business” survey, log on to www.itsyourdpbusiness.com. Questions may also be directed to Christy Teague at City Hall, 949.248.3519; Cassie Levine of Dana Point Police Services, 949.248.3581 or Laura Ouimet at the Chamber, 949.496.1555. Businesses can join in on the conversation on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itsyourdpbiz and Facebook at http://facebook.com/itsyourdpbiz. —AS

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News Bites

Compiled by Andrea Swayne

P rops , R ecognitions and M orsels of I nfo Rifkin Honored with Heart & Soul Award O’Connor Mortuary—the oldest family owned and operated mortuary in California, with offices in Laguna Hills, San Juan Capistrano and Irvine—named Dana Point resident Terry Rifkin as recipient Terry Rifkin. Courtesy photo of their August 2011 Heart & Soul Award for her true dedication to service above self. The ideals of bravery, service and commitment are central to the U.S. Marine Corps. They also describe the unique mission of Dana Point resident and social worker Terry Rifkin. As a founding member of the Dana Point Fifth Marine Regiment Support Group, she provides invaluable and inspirational support to the Marines serving valiantly overseas and their families who remain behind at Camp Pendleton. “When the brave men and women of our armed forces are deployed overseas, their families become saddled with numerous responsibilities in their absence,” said Neil

DP Sheriff’s Blotter Compiled by Austin Reagan All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department website. The calls represent what was told to the deputy in the field by the radio dispatcher. The true nature of an incident often differs from what is initially reported. No assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided. An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Saturday, August 20 DISTURBANCE 0 Block St. Kitts (6:13 p.m.) A woman called to report her male neighbor, who had yelled at her grandchildren while they were playing in the pool. When the woman confronted him, he yelled at her too.

O’Connor, president and CEO of O’Connor Mortuary. “Terry has the foresight and compassion to support these individuals in both a practical and inspirational way.” Rifkin was one of the founders of the Dana Point Fifth Marine Regiment Support Group in 2008 and currently serves as director of support and outreach. She has also brought the cause to the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary, where she has been a member for 23 years. Together, the organizations offer a multitude of programs lending support to troops and their families. Service was a way of life taught to Rifkin by both of her parents. “My father always told me that life is about living, loving and service; and his spirit of giving selflessly has resonated with me my entire life,” said Rifkin. As a recipient of the Heart & Soul Award, O’Connor Mortuary will present Rifkin with an official plaque and a donation will be made in her name to the Monarch Beach Sunrise Rotary Club earmarked for the Dana Point Fifth Marine Regiment Support Group. Created by O’Connor Mortuary in February 2010, the Heart & Soul Award honors Orange County individuals each month for their exemplary and inspiring roles within the a.m.) Someone called from Harbor House Café saying a drunken male patron was refusing to leave, although the caller did not think the man should drive himself.

Friday, August 19 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES 33800 Block Niguel Road (1:09 p.m.) Someone contacted authorities to report a homeless man who had been in the library several days prior and had mentioned a bomb to the employee working there at the time. The caller said that the man frequents the library daily but has been more of a concern recently due to his strange behavior. DISTURBANCE – FAMILY DISPUTE 32900 Block Buccaneer Street (12:49 p.m.) A woman called to report that her neighbors, a male and female, were screaming at each other, and their teenage son was also involved. The woman said it happens all the time.

Thursday, August 18

FIREWORK VIOLATION 24200 Block Dana Point Harbor Drive (11 a.m.) Lifeguards called to report fireworks being lit at the pier.

DRUNK IN PUBLIC Pacific Coast Highway/Beach Road (10:52 p.m.) An apparently intoxicated man was staggering into lanes of traffic, carrying a bottle of alcohol.

DISTURBANCE 34100 Block Pacific Coast Highway (2:39

DISTURBANCE Dana Point Harbor Drive/Embarcadero

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community. In celebrating the human spirit, the award recognizes OC residents for pouring their heart and soul into making a difference, whether for a life filled with dedicated endeavors or for a one-time inspirational achievement. To nominate an outstanding Orange County citizen, email Patricia Kolstad at patricia@oconnormortuary.com.

Free Concerts at Saddleback College The Music Department at Saddleback College will be presenting Concert Hour, a variety of individual and ensemble performances on Thursdays beginning this fall. These free concerts will be held on campus from noon to 1 p.m. in Fine Arts Room 101 and the McKinney Theatre, at 28000 Marguerite Pkwy in Mission Viejo. The series kicks off on September 1 (McKinney Theater) with a recital of art songs and arias by faculty member and music theater artist John Huntington and pianist Catherine Tibbitts. On October 6, (FA 101) visiting professor of jazz and saxophonist Matt Zebley will give a concert/lecture tracing the history of wind controllers. His performance will demonstrate their vast sonic possibilities followed by an open forum for questions. On November 3 (FA 101) Randy Pile will perform music by Turina, Rodrigo and villa-Lobos on solo guitar. The series wraps up on December 8 (McKinney Theater) with a recital by Saddleback music students in voice, instruPlace (5:51 p.m.) A person contacted authorities to report a middle-aged man who was walking in the street pushing an empty stroller while flipping people off and screaming profanities. The informant believed the man to be drunk. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Camino del Avion/Golden Lantern (4:05 p.m.) In the Ralph’s shopping center, five juveniles were reportedly seen giving money to an adult to buy them beer. CITIZEN ASSIST 25600 Block Quail Run (11:07 a.m.) A woman called to report that her 19-yearold son had been at her residence several days prior, throwing rocks at her sliding glass door.

mental, piano and jazz programs. For more information, please visit www. saddleback.edu and for Fine Arts information, please visit www.saddleback.edu/arts.

Youth Baseball Fall Ball Registration Underway Dana Point Youth Baseball Fall Ball registration will be open through August 31 and teams will be forming during the first weekend of September. Fall Ball is open to players ages 8 to 14, born between May 1, 1997 and April 30, 2004. The season runs from September 5 to November 20. Games will be played on Sundays only and week day practices will be held at the Del Obispo baseball fields at the Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street. Registration is $85 per player and does not include a nominal fee for uniforms. Registration forms can be downloaded from the league website at www.dpyb.org, completed then mailed to the address provided on the form. Questions can be emailed to info@dpyb.org. Have something interesting for the community? Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more. Forward a picture along, too! We’ll put your submissions into “News Bites.” Send your information to editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

CITIZEN ASSIST 34000 Block Doheny Park Road (7:36 p.m.) A 12-year-old girl contacted authorities to report neighbors who had said mean things to her and made racial comments in the past.

Tuesday, August 16 CITIZEN ASSIST 26900 Block Camino de Estrella (11:08 a.m.) A confused caller from the Aegis Assisted Living Center believed he was being held captive against his will by the staff. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES 34300 Block Violet Street (8:20 a.m.) A caller reported finding a broken cell phone, a woman’s shirt, and a pair of blue jeans on the ground.

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SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES 24300 Block Santa Clara Avenue (11:17 p.m.) A person called to report a group of eight subjects in the parking lot of a restaurant who were setting balloons on fire and launching them into the air.

COURT ORDER VIOLATION 23800 Block Ionian Bay (12:13 p.m.) A caller stated that her ex-husband may have violated a restraining order by sending his 19-year-old son over to her home to help her move. The woman claimed that her ex-husband was using a third party to stalk her.

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE 25300 Block Dana Point Harbor Drive (9:07 p.m.) A brand new Bentley with no license plates had reportedly been parked incorrectly and abandoned with the doors open. No one was seen near the car at the time of the call.

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SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES 34000 Block El Encanto Avenue (5:17 a.m.) A woman called to report movement outside of her bedroom window. She said it sounded like someone was camping out in a sleeping bag between her home and her neighbor’s. www.danapointtimes.com

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HARBORING THE GOOD LIFE: By Lisa Zawaski, Senior Water Quality Engineer, City of Dana Point & Linda Homscheid, Communications Ofﬁcer, South Coast Water District

Emergencies Happen: Get Ready Now T est your knowledge of emergency preparedness with this fun quiz. Then, plan to attend the City of Dana Point’s Emergency Preparedness Expo on August 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Dana Hills High School, 33333 Golden Lantern. Free starter emergency kits will be given to the first 500 families that arrive. Questions 1. Which of the following is most important to do to prepare for an emergency? a. Stock up on junk foods b. Assemble a disaster supply kit and prepare an emergency plan c. Make sure your house is clean 2.True of False: You can survive without water for up to 10 days, if necessary. 3. How much water should you store in case water is not available right after a disaster? a. At least three gallons per person (one gallon per person per day) b. Half a gallon per person per week (we’re not that thirsty) c. Five gallons per person per day for a month (we’ve got to water our lawn) 4. In an emergency, how long should you and your family plan to be “on your own” before services are restored and/or help arrives? a. 24 hours b. At least 72 hours c. 365 days 5. What is a Boil Water Order? a. A doctor’s order to eat more steamed vegetables. b. An emergency notice instructing you to boil tap water rapidly for one minute before drinking or cooking—until otherwise notified. Dana Point Times August 26–September 1, 2011

c. What the wife tells her husband to do when she’s having a baby 6. Where should you keep a disaster supply kit? a. At home in a place everyone knows b. In your vehicle(s) c. Where you work d. All of the above

7. Hidden sources of emergency drinking water are: a. Water heater b. Toilet tank (not the bowl) c. Ice cubes d. All of the above 8. At the City’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in September, citizens can learn how to do the following, except: a. Manage utilities and extinguish small fires b. Provide basic medical aid c. Search for and rescue victims safely d. BBQ Answers 1. (b) Checklists for disaster supply kits and emergency planning can be found at www.readyoc.com, www.ready. gov and similar websites. 2. False. Three to five days is the maximum you can survive without water. You can survive longer without food than water. 3. (a) To keep stored water fresh, replace commercially bottled water by the expiration date and tap water every six months. Tap water is best stored in clean, heavy, opaque plastic containers or bottles with screw-on caps. Don’t forget to store extra water for pets as well. 4. (b) It is critical to have an emer-

gency plan and disaster supply kit that will make you self-sufficient for at least three days. 5. (b) If boiling is not possible, use water purification tablets according to the manufacturer’s instructions or add a quarter teaspoon of unscented chlorine bleach to a gallon of tap water and let stand for 30 minutes before using. 6. (d) Besides basic supplies, you may want to include such items as a cell phone with charger, medications and spare eyeglasses. 7. (d) Although the toilet tank is only a good source of emergency water if you do not use coloring or disinfecting products in it. 8. (d) Although an outdoor grill may be helpful in an emergency if you need to boil water or cook, and there is no gas or electricity. Get Ready Now The City of Dana Point participates in the AlertOC program, a mass notification system used to issue emergency messages directly to residents and businesses via phone, email, text message and/or TTY/TDD. You can stay informed of emergency and disaster developments by registering your contact information with AlertOC at www.alertoc.com. (Click “Dana Point” on the map.) Check the city’s and water district’s websites for more emergency information: www.danapoint.org/emergencyservices and www.scwd.org/myaccount/ emergencyinfo. Also, if you’d like an Earthquake Preparedness Card that provides handy household tips on safe drinking water during emergencies, email South Coast Water District at custserv@scwd.org. For more information about the 5th Annual Dana Point Emergency Prepared-

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SPECIAL THANKS Robert Miller, George Mackin, Rebecca Nordquist CONTRIBUTORS Tawnee Prazak, Christina Scannapiego, David Zimmerle

ONLINE POLL Make sure to sound off on the “DP Times Poll of the Week” at www.danapointtimes.com. Bookmark Dana Point Times today! The DP Times Online Reader Polls are not scientiﬁc and do not reﬂect the opinion of the DP Times.

CORRECTION: In last week’s Dana Point Times cover story, To Care and to Comfort (August 19-25, Vol. 4, Issue 33) Dana Point 5th Marine Regiment Support Group volunteer Brud Le Tourneau was spelled incorrectly. The DP Times regrets the error.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us at letters@ danapointtimes.com or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. Dana Point Times reserves the right to edit reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims made or the information written by the writers.

ness Expo, visit www.danapoint.org/expo or contact Jeremy Kirchner at 949.248.3579. This column is a cooperative effort of the city of Dana Point and South Coast Water District to cultivate conscious living to protect and preserve our coastal neighborhoods and resources. If you have any suggestions for topics, please feel free to direct questions to lzawaski@danapoint.org (City of Dana Point) or lhomscheid@scwd.org (South Coast Water District). DP PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the Dana Point Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@danapointtimes.com.

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YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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The List A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak

friday

Friday Night Garden Grilling 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Both Friday and Saturday, Goin Native hosts an interactive cooking class event themed “A Night in Verona, Italy” with a five-course meal and take-home recipes. Cost $55 each. 31661 Los Rios St., San Juan Capistrano, 949.606.6386, www.goinnative.net.

Karaoke Night 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Fun night of karaoke at Shorecliffs Golf Club. Bar and snack bar will be open. No cover. 501 Avenida Vaquero, San Clemente, 949.492.1177. Shakespeare in the Park 6 p.m. Dana Point presents classic plays at Lantern Bay Park. 25111 Park Lantern Road, Dana Point, 949.291.5083, www.danapoint.org. Fess Parker and Epiphany Wine Tasting 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m. Welcoming Deborah Ellis of Fess Parker & Epiphany Wineries. $15 for seven wines. San Clemente Wine Company, 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com. Hate Mail 8 p.m. New comedic play full of love and hate debuts at Camino Real Playhouse. $18. Weekend shows through September 4 only. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org. Lil Wayne 7:30 p.m. Concert at Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. Go to www.livenation.com for tickets. 8808 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, 949.212.0360.

saturday

Live Music Cruise: Aloha Radio 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Dana Wharf’s final Saturday music cruise of the season featuring Aloha Radio (surf rock). Full bar onboard. $19. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com

Rolling The Stones 8 p.m. Rolling Stones tribute at The Coach House. $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. Dana Point Times August 26–September 1, 2011

Go.See.Do

summer Concert in the Park

As the lazy days of summer wind toward a close, so does the city’s summer concert lineup. The free 2011 Dana Point Summer Concerts in the Park series wraps up with a performance by Chicago tribute band, Chicago Tribute Authority at Sea Terrace Park, Pacific Coast Highway and Niguel Road on Sunday, August 28 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. With 45 years of Chicago music to choose from, the band has a huge song list of chart toppers. From Chicago’s first releases in 1967 through more recent releases, Chicago Tribute Authority faithfully reproduces the signature rock/pop/jazz horn-infused sound of Chicago. Bring low back lawn chairs and blankets and settle in for an evening of live toe tapping, memory inducing music. Free parking is available at Strand Courtesy Chicago Tribute Authority Vista Park, 34201 Selva Road, Salt Creek Beach Park at PCH and Ritz Carlton Drive and Dana Hills High School, 33333 Golden Lantern. Free shuttle bus service will run from Strand Vista Park and the high school to the Salt Creek Beach lot from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and free shuttle assistance from the Salt Creek lot to the concert area will be available for seniors and those with disabilities. For more information call 949.248.3530, email smurphy@danapoint.org or see www.danapoint.org. —Andrea Swayne

VIP Lifeguard Reception 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Celebrate 80 years of lifeguarding and a rich surfing heritage at the Surfing Heritage Museum. Cost $15. 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, 949.361.8261, www.san-clemente.org. Emergency Preparedness Expo 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The city of Dana Point presents the annual expo at Dana Hills High School featuring exhibitors, vehicle displays and more. 33333 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, 949.248.3579, www.danapoint.org/expo.

sunday

Coastal Odyssey Sailing Adventure 2 p.m.4:30 p.m. Travel back in time onboard the Ocean Institute’s tall ship Spirit of Dana Point, and participate: help raise the sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or sit back and enjoy the ride. Cost $23-$40. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org.

Dana Point Farmers Market 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Fresh produce and more every Saturday at La Plaza Park, intersection of PCH and Golden Lantern in Dana Point.

Summer Gospel Concert 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Music genres of gospel, spirituals, jazz and more at New Hope Presbyterian Church. Admission $5-$10. 191 N. Orange St., Orange, 714.288.9986, www.MyNewHopePres.org.

Hemisphere 8 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Special Leukemia Charity event featuring five bands at Renaissance. Headliner is Hemisphere, a Rush tribute band. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

Blue Whale Bonanza Capt Dave’s Safari has daily departures for whale and dolphin watching on a high-tech catamaran. Call for more info. 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2828, www.dolphinsafari.com.

Angelica Wilson 8 p.m. Live music at Wind & Sea. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www. windandsearestaurants.com.

Ashun 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Live music at Wind & Sea. 34699 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.6500, www.windandsearestaurants.com.

Elks & Lemondrop Dance 7 p.m.-12 a.m. Live band, a DJ and dancing in the San Clemente Elks Lodge Ballroom. Public welcome. $10. 1505 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.378.6600, www.LemonDropClub.com.

San Clemente Criterium 7 a.m. Bike race at La Pata and Calle Del Cerro in San Clemente. More info: www.san-clemente.org.

Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo 2 p.m. Two-day rodeo featuring music, rodeo events, a concert. Sunday begins at 11:30 a.m. Corner of Ortega Highway and Antonio/La Pata, San Juan Capistrano, www.rmvrodeo.com. Joshafry Concert 8 p.m.-10 p.m. Gary Wright’s Band, owner of Killer Dana Surf Shop, in concert at Hulaville. $5. Reservations required. 2720 Camino Capistrano, San Clemente, 949.369.1905, www.hulavillecafe.com. Bioluminescence Cruise 8 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Marine animals to glow in the dark on the Ocean Institute’s cruise. $22-$35. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. South Coast Roller Derby Scrimmage 4 p.m. An open Black & White Inauguration Scrimmage at Laguna Hills Sports Rink. $5. 25555 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Hills, 310.869.4870, www.southcoastrollerderby.org. Kathy Griffin 7 p.m. Female comedian live at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Tickets start at $46. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787, www.scfta.org. Page 10

Kelly Fitzgerald 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Female vocalist and brunch at Renaissance. Later at 6 p.m., Wilfax Trio performs live. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. Kids’ Fishing 12 p.m. Free fishing clinic on the dock followed by a half-day fishing trip for kids hosted by Dana Wharf every Sunday. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. Taryn Donath 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. Trevor Fennell 9 p.m. Live music at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com. (Cont. on page 12) THIS WEEK’S WEATHER 8.26 Mostly Sunny H: 83° L: 65° 8.27 Mostly Sunny H: 81° L: 64° 8.28 Mostly Sunny H: 79° L: 63°

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FOOTBALL PREVIEW

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Dynasty Driven Dolphins bulk up, embrace new system and are ready for a breakthrough season By Steve Breazeale

here was a feeling in the air surrounding the Dana Hills High School football field as practices intensified, pads were donned and the summer came to an end—a new school year and football season in sight. Maybe it was the large group of players tailgating in their trucks in the adjacent parking lot, bumping their car stereos as they laughed and joked with one another before practice began. It could have been the sheer increase in size of the players, especially the linemen, who have pushed one another in the weight room, putting on extra pounds thanks to a new strength and conditioning program. Even the new black, royal and white jerseys invoked a sense of change and excitement. Whatever it was, it felt like the Dolphins had already formed a cohesive team—which is exactly the way new head coach Todd Rusinkovich wants it. Rusinkovich, a Cornell graduate and San Clemente High School alum, is entering his first year as the Dolphins head coach, bringing with him a new attitude and a new way of doing things. And the players are all on board.

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After the program went 4-6 overall last season—taking third place in the South Coast League with a 1-3 record—something had to change for the Dolphins. “The difference between this year and last year is last year there were the seniors (in one group) and the juniors (in a separate group). This year, there is the varsity team,” said senior left tackle Tyler Wilemon, gesturing as he spoke to illustrate the divide he felt in the two groups last season. What Rusinkovich brings to the table, aside from his college coaching background and defensive oriented mindset, is a strong belief in building what he calls a “football family.” Right now, it’s taking shape both literally and figuratively at Dana Hills. He also brought in his brother, Jake Rusinkovich, to coach the wide receivers, while his father, John Rusinkovich, will serve as director of football operations as well as a defensive assistant. The remainder of the coaching staff is made up of old football coaches and friends Rusinkovich made during coaching stints at the University of San Diego and at Saddleback College. But the cohesive atmosphere extends past the players tailgating in the parking lot and the friends and relatives that make up the Dolphins coaching staff. (Cont. on page 3)

| 2011 DOLPHIN FOOTBALL PREVIEW | Dynasty Driven (Cont. from page 1) When talking to Rusinkovich about the new season, words like “dynasty” and “legacy” repeatedly pop up in the conversation. The fact that there are more cross country championship banners hanging in the gym than football banners gets him thinking of ways to, in his words, “balance that out.” One area in which Rusinkovich is starting to build this dynasty driven mindset in his players is on the sidelines. When the Dolphins take the field for the first game of the season against Santiago High on September 2, there will be as many as double the amount of players, underclassmen included, dressed out for the game—a big difference from last year, when only 40 or so players suited up for varsity competition. “Our thing this year is the whole team concept,” Rusinkovich said. “Regardless if you’re a returning all league senior or an incoming freshman, we’re all one program. To build a dynasty, it starts at all levels. My goal is to dress out 70 to 80 guys a game, that way once they move up in grades, they’re ready to roll. Plus it makes everyone feel connected too.” The Line has been Drawn Senior right tackle Garrett Guidotti was listed at 235 pounds last season. Now, in large part due to a new program implemented by strength coach Phil Skinner, he jumped up several levels to the coveted 1,200 Pound Club—a way to measure a player’s strength in the bench press, squat and dead lifts—putting on 20 extra pounds that brought his weight up to 255. But it is not just Guidotti who has made strides in the offseason. “The offensive and defensive line kept it really tight with each other and took care of business in the weight room,” Guidotti said. “Everyone got a lot stronger. Everyone got big and put on at least 20 pounds.” Rusinkovich says that this assembly of linemen is the strongest he’s ever seen at the high school level and believes that the rare mix of strength and speed they possess will put them over the top against other teams.

Dolphins in a Nutshell 2010 Record: 4-6, 1-3 South Coast League (third) Playoffs: DNP Returning Starters: Offense: 5; Defense: 6 Offensive Set: Multiple Set Defensive Set: 4-2 Head Coach: Todd Rusinkovich (also defensive coordinator and safeties coach) (entering first year at DHHS, 0-0, 0-0 overall) Assistant Coaches: Dave Brown (offensive coordinator); Phil Skinner (offensive line/head strength coach); Jake Rusinkovich (wide receivers); Rocky Brown (wide receivers); Stephen McCullough (running backs); Brad Curtis (quarterbacks); Trent Henson (defensive line); Eric Smith (linebackers); Bob Cunningham (cornerbacks); John Rusinkovich (football operations/defensive assistant)

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Hunter Briggs runs the ball against Los Alamitos defenders at the Air Strike tournament this summer. Photo by Tony Tribolet/XPSPhoto.com

2011 Dana Hills High School Football Schedule DATE 9/2 9/9 9/16 9/23 9/30 10/7 10/14 10/21 10/28 11/4

* South Coast league game

OPPONENT Santiago San Juan Hills Edison Mission Hills El Toro Capistrano Valley Mission Viejo* San Clemente* Tesoro* Trabuco Hills*

“A lot of these kids compare strength wise to college age kids. It’s unbelievable some of the weight lifting maxes that they have and just how strong and hard they’re working,” Rusinkovich said. “They are going to throw their weight around this year and have some fun knocking people down.” The energy around some of the linemen is palpable, and for good reason. This summer the unit proved they are among the strongest in Orange County by winning the Fountain Valley Lineman competition by a whopping 21 points, and finishing second in the Saddleback College competition. Some of the schools they beat along the way included San Clemente, Tesoro and Trabuco Hills, all of whom, with the exception of Mission Viejo, make up the South Coast League. “We lost to Mission Viejo [at Saddleback]…I’ll take that,” Wilemon said. “But we got second. We beat [the remaining South Coast League schools] in tug of war, head to head. It was about ultimate strength—us versus them—and we won. That to me is the ultimate, ‘We’re going to beat you.’ And that’s going to show.” The Dolphins’ starting offensive line will consist entirely of seniors; including Guidotti, Wilemon, center Michael Brown, left guard Forrest Anderson and right guard Wade Kraus.

LOCATION Santiago High Dana Hills Dana Hills Mission Hills Dana Hills Capistrano Valley Dana Hills San Clemente Tesoro Dana Hills

TIME 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

“A lot of these kids compare strength wise to college age kids. It’s unbelievable some of the weight lifting maxes that they have and just how strong and hard they’re working. They are going to throw their weight around this year and have some fun knocking people down.”

varsity level in 2011. Starting senior quarterback Shane Scambray, who has been on the team for four years, is one such player. The senior spent the summer adapting to Rusinkovich’s new system and says he’s finding his stride with the offense. “I’m excited,” Scambray said. “I’m looking forward to (running the offense)…coach is bringing in new stuff so I can’t wait to see how it works out.” Joining Scambray in the hunt for continuous reps at varsity will be a majority of his receiving core. Senior wide outs Conner Collins and Hunter Briggs—both listed in the No. 1 slots in Rusinkovich’s depth charts—really broke through at handling their positions extremely well at camp. Both will get their first dose of regular playing time. But not all of Scambray’s targets will be first timers as Romano (tight end) and senior Andrew Jitratanajinda (wide receiver/free safety) will bring their varsity level experience to the Dolphin’s skill positions. Rusinkovich has been impressed with both of these two-way starters and they should each have an impact on both sides of the ball. Sophomore running back Justin Scott has thoroughly impressed Rusinkovich and running back coach Stephen McCullough so much that he will be the team’s primary back for the opening game. Speaking of which… Counting Down to Kick-Off All of the atmosphere and expectations that have been building up throughout summer workouts will come full circle as the Dolphins take the field against the Sharks in the first game of the season. And, as if the new energy surrounding this year’s more unified team isn’t enough, the Dolphins need only look back a few months to get some extra motivation. “We’ve been thinking about what happened last year and how we’re going to work our butts off to make sure that we don’t lose a single game,” Wilemon said. “To make sure that every time we line up across from someone—every single down, every game—we’re going to come up with a win.” DP

—Coach Todd Rusinkovich

The defensive line should be equally formidable. Guidotti will play both sides of the ball and solidify a line that includes fellow senior and two way starter Matt Romano, who led the team with four sacks last season. Junior tackle Dalton du’Casse and junior defensive end Devon Vise will round out the rest of the starting defensive line. Quick Hits Even though they have experience, most of the Dolphin skill position players will be getting full-time reps for the first time at the

The Dolphins went full bore in full gear to prepare for the upcoming season’s big hits. Photo by Tony Tribolet/XPSPhoto.com

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Numerical Roster No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 31 32 33 34 35 39 42 43 44 45 47 50 51 53 54 55 56 58 59 60 61 64 65 66 67 69 70 71 72 73 75 76 77 80 81 83 84 85 88 90 95 99

Name Christopher Lloyd Matt Slade Alec Cranford Andrew Jitratanajinda Mitchell Marowitz Logan Warren Connor Collins Jonny Ontivero Colton Freedman Devin Rizzo-Foden Matthew Romano Justin Burns Jeffrey Ashton Mac Vail Hunter Briggs Shane Scambray Nick Tirella Luis Prior Elliot SutherlandDunning Timothy Alvarez Parker McCloud Justin Scott Darrion Wiggins Liam Parsekian Anthony Haddadin Victor Morales Evan Vogeler Trevor Tribolet Marcus Hughes William McKinley James Deane Dalton du’Casse Colin Kennedy Ronald Tripodi Jun Nan Zhou Hung John Mendoza Cody Betzler Bronson Foust Nigel Crosby Michael Brown Forrest Anderson Joey Vasco Jorge Valdivieso Zachary Lawless Wade Kraus Garrett Wilks Michael Torbert Brennan Calley Connor Logan Myles Bisbee Kyle Strickland Alex O’Brien Ryan Nagel Brett Wilshire Jacob Harbin Libni Vivas Matthew Majd Andrew Vetter Garrett Guidotti Daniel Hoffman Tyler Wilemon Ivan Saguilan Cory Chambers Michael Vogeler Hank White Mason Cummings Devon Vise Antonio Pangilinan Tanner Harrell Ryan Nicholson

Grade 12 11 11 12 12 11 12 12 12 11 12 11 11 10 12 12 11 12 11

Position WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB RB/LB RB/LB WR/DB TE/DL QB/WR/DB QB/DB QB/DB WR/DB QB/DB WR/DB RB/LB WR/DB

Height 5’10” 6’0” 6’0” 6’0” 5’8” 5’9” 5’10” 5’11” 5’10” 5’8” 6’4” 5’9” 5’11” 6’0” 6’2” 6’4” 6’0” 5’8” 5’10”

Weight 170 200 170 190 180 165 180 180 205 165 225 160 185 160 205 190 170 210 160

11 11 10 11 12 12 11 11 11 11 12 12 11 12 12 11 11 11 12 11 12 12 12 12 11 12 12 11 12 11 11 10 11 11 12 10 12 11 11 12 12 12 10 11 10 10 11 11 11 11 12

WR/DB WR/DB RB/DB RB/DB WR/DB RB/LB WR/DB WR/DB RB/LB RB/DB RB/LB RB/DB RB/DL WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB RB/LB RB/LB WR/LB WR/DB OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/RB/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL TE/DL WR/DB WR/DB WR/LB TE/DL TE/DL OL/DL OL/DL RB/DL

5’11” 5’10” 5’10” 5’10” 5’10” 5’11” 6’0” 5’9” 5’10” 5’10” 6’0” 5’10” 6’0” 5’8” 5’8” 5’10” 5’8” 6’0” 6’0” 5’10” 6’0” 6’1” 6’0” 6’2” 6’4” 6’0” 6’0” 6’0” 5’10” 5’7” 6’3” 6’0” 5’11” 5’8” 6’1” 6’1” 5’8” 6’2” 6’0” 6’3” 6’2” 6’5” 6’1” 6’3” 5’9” 5’8” 6’2” 6’5” 5’8” 6’0” 6’0”

170 160 170 170 170 180 200 155 180 175 200 190 230 185 150 160 160 215 205 175 250 285 240 230 200 230 215 170 220 245 300 230 200 170 285 215 180 220 230 255 265 285 200 170 150 155 220 205 180 215 230

Offensive Depth Chart Tackle

Wide Reciever Receiver

Center

Tackle

Wide Reciever

Guard

Tight End

Wilemon (77) Brown (50) Guidotti (75) Collins (7) Briggs (15) Jitratanajinda Warren (6) Lawless (55) Anderson (51) Logan (61) Kraus (56) Vetter (73) Romano (11) Sutherland(4) Rizzo-Foden (10) Strickland (65) Burns (12) Dunning (19) Wilshire (69)

Quarterback

Running Back

Scambray (16) Ashton (13) Vail (14)

Scott (22) Deane (33)

to Watch OFFENSE

Shane Scambray (6-4, 190 #16): Scambray saw little time at the position last year with QB Trent Mason taking the snaps, but as a senior with the most experience of the quarter back bunch, he will start in game one.

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Tyler Wilemon (6-5, 285 #77): Wilemon is as big as they come and another veteran of the line. The big left tackle will protect the edge of the Dolphin line and give his new quarterback some protection in the backfield.

Wade Kraus (6-0, 230 #56): In case you haven’t noticed, the Dolphins offensive line should be a force to be reckoned with, thanks in part, to Kraus’ veteran experience. He is expected to dominate at right guard.

Garrett Guidotti (6-3, 255 #75): ‘Terrifying’ said Rusinkovich about the senior right tackle. With speed and power, Guidotti is the strongest player in team history. A member of the 1,200 Pound Club, his record stands at 1,235 lbs.

Forrest Anderson (6-1, 285 #51): At left guard, Anderson will play alongside Wilemon to round out the left side of the line. And, with both weighing in at 285 pounds, the combination will be intimidating, to say the least.

Defensive Depth Chart Free Safety Defensive Back

Linebacker

Marowitz (5) Deane (33)

Jitratanajinda (4) Lloyd (1)

Linebacker

Defensive Back

McKinley (32) Tribolet (28)

Freedman (9) Betzler (44)

Slade (2) Ontivero (8)

Cornerback

Defensive End

Tackle

Defensive End

Cornerback

Crosby (47) Kennedy (35)

Vise (88) Harrell (95)

du’Casse (34) Bisbee (64)

Guidotti (75) Nicholson (99)

Romano (11) Wilks (58)

Parsekian (24) Briggs (15)

to Watch DEFENSE

William McKinley (6-0, 200 #32): The 2010 second team all league linebacker has emerged as a leader to help anchor the defense. McKinley looks to follow up a strong 2010 when he had 74 tackles and one interception.

Matthew Romano (64, 225 #11): Romano made great contributions last year and will be a player to watch in 2011. He was active on defense, notching 32 tackles and leading the team in sacks with four in 2010.

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Colton Freedman (5-10, 205 #9): Freedman will play in the middle of the 4-2 defensive scheme. A fast and athletic player, he is poised for a breakout year building on his 2010 campaign when he amassed 33 tackles.

Mitchell Marowitz (58, 180 #5): Marowitz was a formidable part of the Dolphins defense last year. His impressive stats landed him among the team leaders of 2010 with 32 solo tackles and 49 tackles total.

Andrew Jitratanajinda (6-0, 190 #4): Rusinkovich used the word “intelligent” when speaking of his free safety. Jitratanajinda can read offenses quickly and will be in charge of controlling the secondary.

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Game Previews By Steve Breazeale

San Juan Hills

September 9

Location: Dana Hills High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Aaron Flowers League: Sea View 2010-2011 Record: 7-4 (2-2 league) 2010 vs. DH: DNP 2011-2012 Overview: The task of developing a strong football program from the ground up is a big one and the 2010 Stallions football team produced the school’s first-ever winning record since its inaugural season back in 2009. But most of that squad from last year will be gone. This year San Juan Hills will only have eight players returning with varsity experience, among them senior running back Kyle Bauer, who led the team in rushing touchdowns.

El Toro

September 30

Location: Dana Hills High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Rob Firth League: Sea View 2010-2011 Record: 6-6 (3-1 league) 2010 vs. DH: Win 23-14 2011-2012 Overview: Just like last year the Dolphins will have to run the gauntlet of playing Edison, Mission Hills and El Toro in three consecutive weeks. In 2010 that three game stretch resulted in three consecutive losses, putting Dana Hills in an early 2-3 hole. The Chargers defeated the Dolphins 23-14 in last year’s effort and have plenty to build on heading into this showdown. El Toro enters the 2011 season with a talented secondary, led by senior middle linebacker Brian Moreen who amassed an astounding 109 total tackles last year. El Toro finished second in the Sea View league last year behind Laguna Hills.

San Clemente

October 21

Location: San Clemente High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Eric Patton League: South Coast 2010-2011 Record: 8-3 (3-1 league) 2010 vs. DH: Win 42-28 2011-2012 Overview: The Tritons have 16 players returning to the gridiron this season, which will no doubt have a positive effect on the team. But perhaps no one on the San Clemente team will be more pivotal to its success than senior quarterback Travis Wilson. In a game where the quarterback position gets a lot of the attention, Wilson seems to shine in the spotlight when he’s under center. Last season, Wilson threw for more than 2,000 yards and rushed for 457 more, amassing 18 total touchdowns. On defense, senior inside linebacker Chad Foster will try and be as effective as last year, when he led with 107 tackles.

Opening Day: Santiago

September 2

Location: Santiago High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Jeff Steinberg League: Big VIII 2010-2011 Record: 4-6 (3-4 league) 2010 vs. DH: Loss 49-20 2011-2012 Overview: Santiago finished in the middle of

Edison

September 16

Location: Dana Hills High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Dave White League: Sunset 2010-2011 Record: 7-4 (4-1 league) 2010 vs. DH: Win 27-21 2011-2012 Overview: It seems like every year Edison is always poised to make a solid run heading into the playoffs. With a deep roster and 14 returning players coming back to the varsity squad, this season looks to be no exception. Last year the Chargers held off a second half surge by the Dolphins and escaped with 27-21 victory, handing Dana Hills its first loss of the season. Senior wide receiver Troy Baljeu will try and build off of his 518 yard, six touchdown 2010 campaign by connecting with returning senior quarterback Chase Favreau.

Capistrano Valley

OCTOBER 6

Location: Capistrano Valley High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Matt Poston League: Sea View 2010-2011 Record: 3-7 (0-4 league) 2010 vs. DH: Loss 40-27 2011-2012 Overview: With head coach Matt Poston at the helm, the Cougars have yet to finish above .500 in a season and have struggled in league, going 1-8 in both South Coast and Sea View leagues. However, Poston has to like the fact that the Cougars will have 14 returning players from last year’s varsity squad—nine are full-time defenders. Junior quarterback Mason Dossey had a decent 2010 campaign as a sophomore, throwing for 1,246 yards and eight touchdowns. But Dossey must solve his turnover problems (he threw 13 interceptions) if the Cougars are to make any noise in the Sea View league in 2011.

Tesoro

October 28

Location: Tesoro High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Brian Barnes League: South Coast 2010-2011 Record: 8-4 (2-2 league) 2010 vs. DH: Win 38-3 2011-2012 Overview: 2010 was a nice bounce back season for the Titans, who went 5-5 (2-3 league) the year before. But they still finished third in the South Coast league behind Mission Viejo and San Clemente, respectively. One player to watch for the Titans this year will be senior wide receiver/defensive back Kyle Woolbright. Woolbright averaged 55.3 yards per game in 2010 and connected with sophomore quarterback Matt Adam for five touchdowns. With another year of experience under his belt, Adam, now a junior, will be expected to improve on a year where he threw eight interceptions.

the Big VIII (tied for fourth) and struggled to find wins in league play. With the mediocre taste of last year still lingering, Santiago could come out firing against the Dolphins in their season opener. The quarterback position was definitely one of their strengths last year, and junior Michael Darr looks to be the frontrunner to take over the position heading into the 2011-2012 season.

Mission Hills

September 23

Location: Mission Hills High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Chris Hauser League: Avocado-East 2010-2011 Record: 10-3 (4-0 league) 2010 vs. DH: Win 48-42 2011-2012 Overview: A lot of the Grizzlies’ strength will rely on its defensive prowess—one that held teams to an average of 24.6 points in three rounds of the playoffs in 2010. Anchoring a solid defensive line will be returning seniors Aaron Leauma and Anthony Lira (who also doubles as a tight end). In 2010 the Dolphins went through the same stretch of opponents, having to play Edison and Mission Hills in back-to-back weeks, and came out with back-to-back losses. Now the Dolphins hit the road in this one looking to avenge last season’s 48-42 loss that came in front of the crowd at its home stadium.

Mission Viejo

OCTOBER 14

Location: Dana Hills High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Bob Johnson League: South Coast 2010-2011 Record: 13-1 (4-0 league) 2010 vs. DH: Win 52-26 2011-2012 Overview: As usual, the Diablos will be on everyone’s radar as the team to beat in the South Coast league. The 2010 champions went undefeated in league play last year. In 2010 the Diablos did most of their damage against opponents thanks to a prolific running attack that averaged 238.2 yards per game. The Diablos’ offense was also able to move the chains as a result of the efforts of then junior quarterback Alex Bridgford, who threw for 16 touchdowns and completed 61 percent of his passes. Bridgford will return, along with 10 others from last year’s campaign, to lead the Diablos in another quest for the title.

Trabuco Hills

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Location: Dana Hills High Time: 7 p.m. Coach: Scott Orloff League: South Coast 2010-2011 Record: 4-6 (0-4 league) 2010 vs. DH: Loss 39-38 2011-2012 Overview: Finishing last in league play should be enough to motivate coach Scott Orloff’s team to a stronger 2011 campaign. Last year, Dana Hills and Trabuco Hills competed in a shoot out against one another with the margin of victory only a one point difference—the Dolphins eventually claiming the victory. However, Trabuco Hills might just be the most experienced team in the South Coast league. The Mustangs’ depth charts will be filled with 18 returning players who have seen their fair share of action at the varsity level.

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GETTING OUT (Cont. from page 10) Beatles Classics 6 p.m.-8 p.m. The Festival of Arts presents Jason Feddy and Friends playing music of The Beatles every Sunday through August. Free with admission of $7. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.1145, 800.487.3378, www.lagunafestivalofarts.org.

monday

Jamie Arroyo Outdoor Arena Soccer Camp 9 a.m.-12 p.m. End-of-summer soccer camp for girls and boys ages 7-14 to improve skills at the Capo Sports Rink today through Aug. 31. Cost $100; includes T-shirt. 2 Via Positiva, San Juan Capistrano, 949.291.2678, www.jasocceracademy.com.

Smokey Karaoke 8 p.m. Sing fearlessly at BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com. Pajama Storytime 7 p.m. Fun stories read by the Sunshine Readers for kids at the Dana Point Library. Wear your PJs! 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point, 949.496.5517, www.ocpl.org.

DP Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Stacie N. Galang

Mongkut Thai 212 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3871 BEST KNOWN FOR: Green curry MOST POPULAR ITEM: Drunken noodles This month, perennial favorite Mongkut Thai celebrates 25 years in downtown San Clemente. The restaurant’s Gina Dursa said Mongkut’s consistently good food, whipped up daily by owner and chef Ning Laitipaya, has kept locals returning year after year. It helps that her husband Donny Laitipaya is on hand nightly to greet customers. The restaurant seats nearly 40 at simply decorated tables. Paintings depicting popular Thai folk tales adorn the walls and a local artist displays two works that are swapped out regularly. The eatery’s menu boasts 124 items, from chicken satay to an egg noodle dish called Thai adoration silk. Dursa, a longtime waitress and sometimes cook, said many customers know the menu so well they don’t even look. Bangkok-born Ning Laitipaya’s curries, stir-fry sauce and peanut sauce have grown so popular she started a separate File photo retail business selling them beyond San Clemente. Lucky for locals, the restaurant will prepare them for take out, Dursa said. It’s an easy way to impress guests at any dinner party. PRICE RANGE: $6.99 - $15.99 PAYMENT: Cash, credit RESERVATIONS: Recommended for dinner HOURS: Lunch: Monday–Friday 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Saturday–Sunday 12 noon–3 p.m. Dinner: Sunday–Thursday 5 p.m.–9 p.m., Friday–Saturday 5 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Go to www.danapointtimes.com and under “Getting Out” share your thoughts about this week’s restaurant.

Poul Pedersen 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live music artist at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

tuesday

Salute to Hollywood: From Silent Movies to the Golden Age 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Opening night reception for Casa Romantica’s exhibit exploring the early years of filmmaking. Features music, appetizers, “Movie Music Magic” program and more. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

Two-for-One at the Wharf Dana Wharf offers half price on all fishing trips. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

Cheryl Silverstein & John Paul Keene 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Early evening of jazz music, food and fun at Renaissance. 27401 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. Sade and John Legend 8 p.m. Sade and John Legend at the Honda Center on Saturday and Sunday nights. Tickets start at $49.50. 2695 E. Katella, Anaheim, 714.704.2500, www.hondacenter.com.

wednesday

Nik & Sam 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live acoustic music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

ON STAGE

Craig Chaquico Goes Solo

raig Chaquico has made a career of spreading light and positivity through his music for close to four decades. As a central figure of the legendary multi-platinum selling rock band Jefferson Starship, Chaquico played lead guitar on all their hits from 1973 to 1990 and a seminal role in making them one of the top-selling bands in history with over 20 Gold Albums. In the early ‘90s, Chaquico emerged triumphant, bringing his fresh sounding amalgam of rock, blues, contemporary jazz and new age to the top Courtesy photo of the charts once again. SCTIMES: Starting your career at age 19 with Jefferson Starship, how exactly did you make the transition to smooth jazz seem so effortless years later? Actually, the band was starting to disintegrate with members beginning to leave. I tried to form a new rock band for about a year but that went nowhere. Later on, while at home with my wife and our newborn, I was just messing around with this new sound. They called it new age then. And I asked a few friends if they thought I could do something with it, and Dana Point Times August 26–September 1, 2011

they told me to go for it. There was no epiphany, just wanted to do more acoustic work. Low and behold it became the No. 1 New Age album of the year, Acoustic Highway, and garnered a Grammy nomination. What kind of set are you planning for the Coach House? It will be me solo. No band. I will be on stage with a new piece of technology called Beamz. It is a laser device that can be preloaded with any and all backing music. I am working with the company adding preloaded musical content that anyone can use. I like to get the audience involved so I will probably bring someone on stage to try it so it should be a lot of fun. Is there a new album in the works or other project? I am actually working on a blues-based album that will borrow from (Jimi) Hendrix and Cream. It is tentatively called Blues for Blues and will be out in January or February. The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano, Saturday, September 3. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20. DP —A.J. Bardzilowski Page 12

Astounding Rivers of Ice 6 p.m.-8 p.m. The Ocean Institute presents a special program on ice and our environment given by professional cruise line speakers and Ocean Institute volunteers. Cost is $7 per person, or $25 for a family of four. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. Missy Andersen 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. Jared from “Knockout” 9 p.m. Live music at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

thursday

Pato Banton 8 p.m. Concert at The Coach House also with Phat Reggae Dub Status and The Originalites. $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

John Huntington and Catherine Tibbitts Recital 12 p.m.-1 p.m Concert hour at Saddleback College in McKinney Theatre. 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, 949.582.4656, www.saddleback.edu/arts. Brandi Smith & Jason Foster 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Live acoustic music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. Satin Blues 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. 90 Minute Sunset Harbor Cruise & Beyond 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Cruise offered by Dana Wharf. Adults $25, kids (3-12) $15. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.danapointtimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@danapointtimes.com www.danapointtimes.com

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BEAUTY SALONS Azalea Salon & Boutique 949.248.3406 24452 Del Prado Ave. Ste. A, www.azaleasalonandboutique.com Paragon Salon 949.489.1955 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. Salon Revelation - Dayna Dallas 949.248.8595 34192 Violet Lantern #2

CAFE - DELI Coffee Importers Espresso Bar 949.493.7773 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com

CATERING Smokey’s House of BBQ 32860 Pacific Coast Hwy. #4, www.SmokeysHouseofBBQ.com

949.388.8102

CHIROPRACTORS Ocean Ranch Chiropractic 949.584.5000 Dr. James Slusher & Dr. Ron Berman, 32585 Golden Lantern, Ste. H, www.oceanranchchiropractic.com Pacific Waves Family Chiropractic 949.436.2926 & Alternative Healthcare 24632 San Juan, Ste. 230, www.pacific-waves.com

CHRISTIAN CHURCHES Christian Science Services 34102 La Plaza

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SIGNS

LANDSCAPING Rocky Taylor Landscaping rjls@cox.net

949.697.1770

ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, www.abcembroideryshop.com

949.248.1007

SURF LESSONS

Robert’s Professional Handyman Services Lic. # B853695 949.606.6425

HAIR SALONS

Insurance Services Patricia Powers 949.496.1900 License#0737080, pat.powers@cox.net Statefarm/Elaine LaVine 949.240.8944 34080 Golden Lantern, www.elainelavine.net State Farm/Ted Bowersox 949.661.3200 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy. #204 www.tedbowersox.com

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Under-Wraps Gift Baskets 949.291.0300 PIZZA mariannedorsey@cox.net, Beach Cities Pizza www.giftbasketsbyunderwraps.com 34473 Golden Lantern St. 34155 Pacific Coast Hwy. HANDYMAN SERVICES

Mary Kay Cosmetics & Career 949.248.2868 ICE CREAM Opportunities, Ind. Sales Director - Marline Adams, Coffee Importers Scoop Deck 949.493.7773 www.marykay.com/madams2 34531 Golden Lantern, www.coffeeimporters.com Dana Point Dental 34080 Golden Lantern, Ste 201, www.danapointdental.com

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San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 Monarch Bay Haircutters 949.496.1957 Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 20 Monarch Bay Plaza www.solutiontek-nologies.com Paragon Salon 949.489.1955 34161 Pacific Coast Hwy. CONTRACTORs - GENERAL Utopia Salon 949.661.1664 949.661.1664 Creative Environments Construction 949.496.3728 Barry Gary 949.231.9755 Design & Build #464468 Morgan 949.433.3960 COSMETICS 24582 Del Prado, #B, www.barrysutopia.com

DENTISTS

Lantern Bay Realty 949.661.6441 34179 Golden Lantern, Ste. 103, Maureen B. Fletcher Interior Design 714.889.9597 www.lanternbayrealty.com momofletcher@gmail.com Prudential California Realty, Shirley Tenger Norma Mardian Interior Design 949.492.6271 www.tengerteam.com 949.487.7700 www.nminteriordesign.com Surterre Properties Monarch Beach, 949.464.3243 McDaniel Gilmore Group Jeweler 33522 Niguel Rd. Ste. 100, Monarch Beach 92629 Dana Point Jeweler 949.489.1165 www.mcdanielgilmoregroup.com 24845 Del Prado, www.danapointjeweler.com

INTERIOR DESIGN

Sunburst Landscaping 949.632.0081 949.218.4464 www.sunlandscape.webs.com 949.493.3670 Ocean Academy ELECTRICAL www.oceanacademy4u.com delta G electrical 949.360.9282 LOCKSMITH CA #657214, www.deltagelect.com Surf Shops Dana Point Lock & Security 949.496.6919 EMBROIDERY Girl in the Curl Surf Shop 949.661.4475 www.danapointlock.com 34116 Pacific Coast Hwy., www.girlinthecurl.com ABC Signs & Embroidery Shop 949.248.1007 MUSIC INSTRUCTION Infinity Surfboards 949.661.6699 34135 Pacific Coast Hwy, Ste. E, 24382 Del Prado, www.infinitysurf.com www.abcembroideryshop.com Kenny’s Music & Guitars 949.661.3984 Jack’s Surfboards 949.276.8080 24731 La Plaza, www.kennysmusicstore.com 34320 Pacific Coast Hwy, www.jackssurfboards.com FITNESS PROGRAMS Danman’s Music School 949.242.4431 Fit Club - Boot Camp 949.831.7984 24699 Del Prado, www.danmans.com TUTORING www.afitclub.com English Tutoring by Susan 949.481.0481 PET GROOMING Jazzercise, O.C. Sailing & Events Center Mathnasium 949.388.6555 34451 Ensenada Place, 949.492.7817 Dawgy Style 949.496.3315 32411 Golden Lantern, Ste. Q, www.mathnasium.com www.danapointjazz.com 34085 Pacific Coast Hwy #112,

GIFT BASKETS

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GraCorp Coins & Collectibles www.gracorpcoins.com

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PRESCHOOLS San Clemente Preschool 949.498.1025 163 Avenida Victoria, sanclementepreschool@gmail.com

PRINT SHOP Beacon Printing - Brad & Judy Brandmeier 24681 La Plaza, Ste. 125 949.661.3877 beaconprinting@sbcglobal.net Printing OC 949.388.4888 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com

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SUDOKU by Myles Mellor Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium Last week’s solution:

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On Life and Love After 50: By Tom Blake

Key to Finding the Right Mate: Having a List R

ecently, I made a speech to a group called WomanSage in Santa Ana. There were approximately 130 people in attendance, including six men. Following the speech, a four-person panel discussed On Life and Love After 50 Internet dating, including By Tom Blake Christine Baumgartner, who specializes in helping people with Internet dating issues. Christine was brilliant and showed a first-class wit as well. Women were lined up to talk to her after the session. Her website: www.ThePerfectCatch.com. Another panel member—Teresa—revealed that the key to her finding a compatible mate was to have a list of qualities that were absolutely essential for a man to possess. She found and married her ideal partner 12 years ago. She said—as did the other panellists—that in creating the list, she

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learned a great deal about herself. I couldn’t agree more about having a list. When I published Finding Love After 50. How to Begin. Where to Go. What to Do (Amazon.com), I devoted an entire chapter to the importance of creating a list. Having a list didn’t help me find my partner, Greta, but it sure helped me realize when I first met her that she would be a perfect companion for me. Putting one’s list in writing is a must. Keeping it simple (10 items or less) and posting it prominently where it can be seen will remind the person what he or she requires in a mate. Reviewing and updating the list is important. Having a list will help singles avoid spending time with one not right for them. For fun, here is my list from the book of the qualities I wanted in a woman: 1. I must be her top priority. 2. Being with her feels natural. We are comfortable together.

3. She must be a kind and caring person and have a positive attitude. 4. She must be calm and not make mountains out of mole hills. Our relationship must be “drama” free. 5. She respects me. 6. She gives me space and must relish her independence as well. 7. We share an attraction for each other and each say “I love you” (often enough). 8. She must have a sense of humor and be a happy person. 9. Her finances must be in order. She must be financially independent of me. 10. She must be spontaneous, game to do things on the spur of the moment. In reviewing my list, if I were to update it now, I would rearrange the order of priority. I think it is particularly critical for couples to give each other space and to both have independent outside interests. That would become my number one priority now.

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Of course, a list should be somewhat flexible. Don’t discard somebody because he or she isn’t perfect on every item. We’re all human. If singles don’t have a list, I urge them to create one in writing. It may not help them find a mate, but it will help them avoid being with someone not suited for them. Whether they meet a mate isn’t as important as knowing themselves and what they want in life. A list will help them stay focused on those objectives. Want to share your list? Email me. Tom Blake is a Dana Point business owner and San Clemente resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. To comment on his column, email him at TompBlake@gmail. com. See his website at www.FindingLoveAfter50.com SC PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@ sanclementetimes.com.

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SPORTS

Grom of the WEEK Nathan Carabba

& OUTDOORS

Age: 11, Bernice Ayer Middle School

Stories, scores, schedules & more

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Nathan Carabba will enter the sixth grade this fall at Bernice Ayer Middle School and is eagerly awaiting surf team tryouts. This summer he has been putting in the time—at least four hours a day—in preparation for it as well as both NSSA and WSA contest series. He says he hasn’t really been concentrating on any one maneuver or facet of surfing but is instead “trying to get better all around.” Summer sessions at his two favorite breaks—Rivi and Lowers—paid off in July when he placed third in Boys 11-14 at the San Clemente Ocean Fest Groms Rule Contest. Since then he has continued to spend as much time in the water as possible. Nathan already has his sights set on a future career as a pro surfer and Nathan Carabba. Photo by Jack McDaniel credits his parents for supporting his dream. “My parents take me surfing pretty much every day. I think because they like that I’m having fun and they love me,” he said. When school starts Nathan is sure that P.E. will once again be his favorite subject. “I’m a good student but I like being outside much better than being in a classroom,” he said as he promptly changed the subject back to surfing. Then, when asked what he likes most about his favorite sport, he replied, “Getting good waves. I can’t really describe it. It’s just really fun and I love it.” —Andrea Swayne

The French Connection

Professional surfers making waves in France and French Polynesia By Andrea Swayne Dana Point Times

arlez-vous français? Tahitian? No? No worries. Professional wave riding is the same in any language. In the past few weeks from France to Tahiti, French Polynesia, local pro surfers have been blowing up in World Tour events across the globe, proving unequivocally, their fluency in the language of surf. The Sooruz Lacanau Pro in France August 11 through 21 saw Capistrano Beach surfer Luke Davis and San Clemente surfers Nathan Yeomans and Kolohe Andino representing at the 6-star Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) Europe event. After dominating his heat in Round 1 (Round of 144) Davis fell short of advancing on in Round 2 (Round of 96). Seeded into

Kolohe Andino. Photo by Aquashot/aspeurope.com

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that same round, Yeomans slashed the competition handily winning his heat with a combined two wave score of 14.93 (out of 20) over the next best score (12.07) by runner up Dimitri Ouvre (GLP). Yeomans kept the mojo going through Round 4 (Round of 24) but his campaign came to an end in Round 5 (Round of 16) when Australia’s Garrett Parkes took the twoman heat 13.67 to Yeomans’ 10.86. Andino had the best showing of the three as he sailed all the way through the quarterfinals taking the win in every one of his heats along the way. He hit his first snag of the contest in semifinal heat No. 1 where he faced off against Brazilian Gabriel Medina who posted 14.77 to Andino’s 8.65. An interference call against Andino early in the heat was ultimately his undoing. “I don’t know what happened out there…I was amped to surf but then I got an interference in the first two minutes of the heat,” said a disappointed Andino in an ASP interview following the heat. “It’s a great event you know, France is great. I’m stoked to make the semis. Nike 6.0 set us up in a really nice house. I can’t thank them enough. I’ve been staying with Luke Davis so I’ve just been having a great

time, and it’s hard to end it like that.” Semi heat No. 2 saw Mitch Crews (AUS) beat his countryman Ryan Callinan 14.10 to 8.67. In the final it was Medina 19.23 in first over runner up Crews with

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15.36. Andino and Callinan joined the two on the podium as equal third place finishers. Just as the Sooruz was winding down, things were heating up at the Billabong Pro Tahiti at Teahupo’o. The contest kicked off on August 20 with beautiful barreling 4- to 6-foot surf, the world’s top 34 surfers and a forecast of bigger waves on the way. Round 1 saw San Clemente’s Patrick Gudauskas, 13.10, earning a second place finish behind heat winner Florida’s Damien Hobgood, 13.73 and beating third place Brett Simpson (Huntington Beach) who turned in a score of 8.83. A Round 2 match up between Gudauskas and Brazilian Jadson Andre is yet to happen as following Day 1, a string of five consecutive lay days halted competition and officials decided to wait on a Surfline projected major swell expected to hit around August 25 and 26 with even bigger—10- to 12-foot—potential by the 28th. The Billabong Pro Tahiti waiting period runs through August 31. Log on to www.billabongpro.com for updates and a live webcast. DP

SCOR E BOAR D ADULT COED KICKBALL City of Dana Point Recreation League Final regular season standings as of August 18 MONDAY LEAGUE: =1. Booze on 1st W-5, L-1; =1. BOHICA W-5, L-1, T-0; =1. Cobra Kai W-5, L-1, T-0; T-0; =3. Chuggin Monkeys W-1, L-5, T-0; =3. bAllstars W-1, L-5, T-0; =3. Pain Killers W-1, L-5, T-0. WEDNESDAY LEAGUE: 1. Dirtbags W-5, L-0, T-1; 2. Grass Kickers W-3, L-2, T-1; =3. Ballbarians W-2, L-3, T-1; =3. Mahe Sliders W-2, L-3, T-1; =4. Blue Ball Crushers W-2, L-4, T-0; =4. Skills that Kill W-2, L-4, T-0.

ADULT COED SOFTBALL City of Dana Point Recreation League final regular season standings as of August 18 MONDAY LEAGUE: 1. Killer Dana W-5, L-1, T-0; 2. Feel the Heat W-4, L-2, T-0; =3. Scared Hitless W-2, L-4, T-0; =3. The Blasters W-2, L-4, T-0. WEDNESDAY LEAGUE: =1. Bring Out the Gimp W-5, L-1, T-0; =1. Team Ricardo’s W-5, L-1, T-0; 3. The Green Team W-4, L-2, T-0; =4. Dirty Ball Tossers W-2, L-4, T-0; =4. Balls-n-Dolls W-2, L-4, T-0; 6. Luxe Restaurant & Martini Bar W-0, L-6, T-0.