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With four aces up his sleeve, Bob Bownfield, Don Murray (ready to deal with cheaters) and Doug Dobrowolski prepare to play Faro, a late 17th-century French gambling card game, popular until World War II. Winning or losing occurs when cards turned up by the banker match those already exposed.
As part of its year-long Civil War exhibit,
the Williamson Museum took a turn at one of the many social sides of the era at the “Old South Ball” January 30 at the Old Courthouse on the Square. Despite media attention given to protests surrounding the event, the evening was a sell-out, and attendees were eager to dance and play games in the spirit of education, which was the Museum’s intent for the event. Museum Director Mickie Ross welcomed the guests, “This is the fourth Civil War dress-up event in the courthouse in the past year and we are so happy to have you here to learn new things about the history of our area.” The courthouse was brightly lit, and it was an unusually warm January evening for the party so guests were upbeat during the arrivals. Without fail, all 100 guests were dressed in period clothing in a mix of gentleman’s suits, and Union and Confederate uniforms, and everything from simple shifts to resplendent gowns for the ladies. Activities began with era-appropriate dances and the music was provided by the Celtaire String Band (photo above, right). “We are excited about keeping our music heritage alive for new generations,” said Betty Peters seated at her basebox, next to Mary Shafer on the guitar. All couples participated in simple group dances, led by a caller. They began with a promenade—French for “walk”—an easy parade around the courthouse atrium, perhaps invented to show off everyone’s fashions. In the old courtroom, gentlemen were invited to play Faro (or Pharaoh), as well as partake in some fancy refreshments. The evening went smoothly, protest notwithstanding. Museum Director Mickie Ross declined all but two reporters access to the dance to avoid attendees being dis-
Lynda Hardeman and Grady Blount met through square dancing and together attend re-enactments and balls all over the country as a hobby. Both are descendants of Civil War soldiers and also signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence. turbed throughout the evening. Georgetown Police Chief Nero and Assistant Chief Tchida were on hand briefly, but the handful of protesters were peaceful and respectful of businesses and other visitors to the Square. Those who were marching came and went until about 8 pm but the crowd hovered between 30 and 50 walkers with signs; nothing as extreme as the buses some predicted or feared. It was a pleasant evening for the guests and a successful effort by the Museum staff. Director Ross is already looking forward to the next event, a World War I dance.
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Go to georgetown.org for Selma Film, details about these events. Black History Walk, Jog or Banquet Bike Across The 2014 film Selma Texas will be shown in a public screening at the Georgetown Public Library at 5 p.m. on Friday, February 26. The film showing is free and open to the public. The film tells the story of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the historic march on Selma, Alabama in 1965, which helped to galvanize the civil rights movement and fueled efforts to pass the Voting Rights Act. “Selma is not a manifesto, a battle cry or a history lesson. It’s a movie: warm, smart, generous and moving in two senses of the word,” says A.O. Scott in a New York Times review of the film. “It will call forth tears of grief, anger, gratitude and hope. And like those pilgrims on the road to Montgomery, it does not rest.” Selma is rated PG-13 and is 128 minutes on length. As part of Black History Month activities in Georgetown, the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association will host the annual Black History Month Banquet at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 12. The banquet is at the McKinney Christian Ministry Center at First United Methodist Church, 410 E. University Avenue. For details, contact Paulette Taylor at ptofgt@aol.com. The film showing and the banquet are part of a number of events happening in Georgetown in February to mark Black History Month. Other events include discussions of the book Just Mercy at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Georgetown Public Library and a series of four Courageous Conversations about Race at the Public Library. Partner organizations co-sponsoring these events include the City of Georgetown, Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association, Georgetown Fellowship of Churches, Georgetown Fire Department, Georgetown Independent School District, Georgetown Ministerial Alliance, Getsemani Community Center Board, Georgetown Police Department, Georgetown Public Library, and Southwestern University.
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A kickoff event for Walk Across Texas will be held at noon Monday, February 22, in Georgetown’s San Gabriel Park. The goal is to walk, jog or bike the equivalent of 830 miles (across the State of Texas) in 8 weeks. Gather a team of friends, family or coworkers to walk together or individually, outside or at a gym--any way that fits your schedule and lifestyle. Keep track of your miles to see if you can do it! Sign up now at walkacrosstexas. tamu.edu. Contact Chelsea Stevens at 512-943-3300 or Castevens@ag.tamu.edu for more information.
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Saturday, February 27: WCRAS Chili Cook Off from 1 to 4 p.m. at DogHouse Drinkery, 3800 County Road 175, Leander, Texas 78641. Register at doghouseoperations@ gmail.com. No entry fee, prizes, $10 tasting fee. Free microchipping clinic for valid residents of Round Rock, Cedar Park, Hutto, Leander, and Williamson County.
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On Wednesday, February 17 at Berry Creek Country Club, the Georgetown Area Republican Women will host a candidate forum for County Court of Law #2, County Commissioner Pct 3 and State Railroad Commissioner. The event begins at 11am and reservations will be accepted until January 15. Contact garwpac@ yahoo.com to attend.
Community discussions called Courageous Conversations about Race will explore themes as they intersect with the topic of race. Each discussion will be at 7 p.m. in the Friends Room of the Georgetown Public Library at 402 W. Eighth Street. The public is invited to attend and participate in these facilitated discussions. Public Safety: Friday, February 19. Conversation Leaders: Travis County Sheriff’s Office Chaplain Lamar Claypool, Georgetown Fire Department Lt. Jonathan Gilliam, Williamson County Juvenile Services Executive Director Scott Matthew, and Georgetown Police Chief Wayne Nero. Economic Development: Thursday, February 25. Conversation
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Leaders: Georgetown developer Bob Brent, Georgetown businessman Richard Glasco, Georgetown City Manager David Morgan, and Georgetown Chamber of Commerce CEO Karen Sheldon Topics have been re-arranged from a list that was publicized in the February issue of the Reporter newsletter from the City that was sent in customer utility bills during the month of January. These Courageous Conversations about Race are part of a number of events happening in Georgetown in February to mark Black History Month. Go to georgetown.org for details about these events.
Book Discussions at the Library
Just Mercy, a memoir and New York Times bestseller by Bryan Stevenson, will be the subject of book discussions at the Georgetown Public Library in February. The book discussions are free and open to the public. In the book Stevenson, a Harvard Law graduate, exposes the continuing legacy of racial injustice in the U.S. criminal justice system. “Not since Atticus Finch has a fearless and committed lawyer made such a difference in the American South,” says reviewer John Grisham. “Though larger than life, Atticus exists only in fiction. Bryan Stevenson, however, is very much alive and doing God’s work fighting for the poor, the oppressed, the voiceless, the vulnerable, the outcast, and those with no hope. Just Mercy is his inspiring and powerful story.” Discussions of Just Mercy will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays on February 3, 10, 17, and 24 on the bridge on the second floor of the Georgetown Public Library at 402 W. Eighth Street. Other events include a Black History Month Banquet sponsored by the Georgetown Cultural Citizen Memorial Association on February 12 at the McKinney Christian Ministry Center at First United Methodist Church. Go to georgetown.org for details about these events.
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Thoughts On Terry Wilson Candidate for State Representative, District 20 from General Nick Justice
Congressman John Carter (R-31) spent a moment after his address to the guests with Sun City Director of Communications Krystal Wilson and Executive Director Jim Romine.
Dell Webb and Sun City kicked off
months of activities with a “Homecoming” event to celebrate the Texas association’s 20th anniversary. The event celebrates the community and the people, past and present, who built it. There is a full year of events and activities planned for residents to celebrate the milestone sponsored by Del Webb, Suddenlink and Goodwater Wealth Management Group of Raymond James. The Feb 5 variety event included guest speakers, performances by several resident groups, massages and refreshments, and historical perspectives from many. The program was set up by the hour so all of the 2000 or so guests who RSVP d would be able to participate. Attendees lined up far and away in the parking lot of the ballroom so organizers could keep the fire marshal happy. Director of Communications Krystal Wilson explained “It is an opportunity for folks to reminisce and we have headlines here and on our website dating back to 1996 to show people where we were and where we are now; things that were going on in the community over the years.” Executive Director Jim Romine explained, “We are celebrating the anniversary and we are looking forward to more this year; vendor fairs, golf tournaments
and more to celebrate throughout 2016. We have dozens of clubs, hundreds of events and thousands of members who all make up this community today. It’s wonderful to see how much growth and change we’ve had over two decades.” Jim and Judy Cokenour (photo above) moved to Sun City in 2014 from Las Vegas. “Texas weather is similar to Las Vegas and we were looking specifically for a Del Webb community,” Jim says. “The difference in Georgetown, it always boils down to, is the people. And our family is in the midwest so it’s only a day drive.” Judy says, “We moved here to play games and we are active in hiking, softball, cribbage, gameboards and we play pickle ball a little bit. I call Sun City an adult preschool. I was a teacher and this is the other end. It’s all about us again!” More event information and Sun City history are available at SCTexas.org.
In today’s world of the volunteer military force, our nation calls upon a rather small group of our society to service such a critical role in our government. These young men and women follow in the footsteps of a generation that has been called our “Greatest” generation. A generation that faced immense challenges and threats to our way of life. Millions of Americans answered that call and were very victorious in War and built in peace the most vibrant social and economic period of American history. With the challenges facing our communities and our nation in economics and society; I wonder if we need to call upon a new generation of veterans, men and women who hold dear the values of that “Greatest Generation” who so well blessed this land with their service and their sacrifice. It never would have never occurred to Terry to complain about the sacrifices he made to served this country. He considered it a privilege to wear the uniform. The integrity and inherent values required before putting on the uniform are what define Terry. Terry Wilson is a lead-
study for his program management skills. As a project manager he was masterful at exceeding schedule and performance requirements, while also cutting costs.
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er. He simply solves large complex problems by focusing on three aspects of the issue at hand. In Problem Solving: The first is understanding the problem itself. Terry demonstrates a gift for understanding complex issues and isolating the most critical components that contribute to the desired outcome. In a time of war, this skill is what sets the best leaders apart. This skill applies to solving problems within our communities as well. In Managing Costs: Terry’s is also blessed with good business sense. He understands how to manage costs and how to best apply critical monetary resources to getting the most value for our money. And he does this not with a short-term focus. He looks to solve today’s problems and set conditions for long-term value. Recognized in case
In Education: Our American military is arguably the best educational institute in this nation, taking young men and woman from all walks of life and teaching them incredible skills that are important in the military but also to business and government at all levels. Terry is a product of this great system and he has also led major components in the military education system. Terry has written curriculum, hired teachers, overseen facilities and closely managed budgets to support education of our soldiers. If you’re looking for a leader that can solve complex problems, that can be trusted to bring home the greatest value with the people’s purse (your tax dollars), and build the institutions that will prepare the next generation of young people for the uncertainty of tomorrow; then call on Terry. He’s got what it takes to do the job.
Fought Announces Re-election Plans Soup Supper for Everyone
Steve Fought announced he is running for re-election as the Representative of District 4 to the Georgetown City Council. He announced his intention in his constituent newsletter: We live in a ‘bubble’. Williamson County, Georgetown, and Sun City are safe, vibrant and fiscally sound. We owe a
debt of gratitude to a lot of good folks, for a lot of work, over a long period of time to make it this way. If that “bubble” ever breaks, it will be nearly impossible to restore it—so it’s important to maintain our reputation for Public Safety (especially Police, Fire and EMS), for a quality lifestyle, and for sound fiscal policies. I am proud to have been a part of that effort during my first term and I am asking for your vote to continue that work. The paramount issue we face is ‘growth’. If we don’t plan for and provide infrastructure and city services ahead of the population growth that we know
is headed our way we can be overrun and lose control of our destiny. However, if we get too far ahead of the growth and build too much infrastructure we could accrue a tax burden that deters the very growth for which we are planning. The focus has to be on building a bridge to the future, not a plank we walk to our financial ruin. I believe we have done well toward that objective and I am asking to serve a second term to: (1) secure the gains we have made; (2) complete projects we have underway; and, (3) bring forth some new ideas in the coming years. I would appreciate your support, and your vote. In return I promise to put the same energy, enthusiasm and openness (including my newsletter!) into a second term as the first.
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The 26th Annual Caring Place Soup Supper is scheduled for Tuesday, February 23. In partnership with Madden Real Estate Group with J. Paul Aubin Realtors, participants pay just $10 ($7 age 5-12) to help raise money for 2016 Coats for Kids. Everyone is invited to attend. Madden Real Estate is Sherri Madden and her son Hunter. The two are sponsoring the event, but this is not, as they say, their first rodeo. Sherri was a member of the Caring Place board for six years and is still a volunteer client advocate. She and Hunter have both worked on every fundraiser the organization has had in the past four years, and they will again be on hand to do the setup, make sure the food gets cooked, serve the meals, and basically make sure things run smoothly. “The Caring Place runs like a well-oiled machine,” Madden says. “Thrift Store revenues pay the annual operations costs of the agency so 100 percent of the donations help families in need in Georgetown.”
The Madden Real Estate group works in all facets of real estate; farm and ranch, and residential and commercial in Williamson and Bell counties. “We like to focus in our backyard,” Sherri says. “But one thing we will start new this year is a list of local charities we will donate to as part of every realty sale. Clients will get to choose between Annunciation Home, R.O.C.K., The Caring Place, the Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center and Brookwood in Georgetown (BiG).” Mom says Hunter has always been very service-oriented since high school. He is a Rotarian now and both are very eager to give back (again) to the community. “This city has given a lot to us and we feel strongly about giving back.” The Soup Supper takes place Tuesday, February 23, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Georgetown Community Center in San Gabriel Park; 445 E. Morrow St., Georgetown. Visit CaringPlaceTX.org
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The Advocate asked each of the county candidates to answer the same four questions based on the nature of the office he or she seeks. State Races will be in the Feb 24 issue.
DISTRICT ATTORNEY
1. Three things that qualify you to be the county’s top prosecutor. SHAWN DICK: I have been Board Certified in Criminal Law for over 10 years by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. I have personally handled over 10,000 criminal and juvenile cases and well over 100 jury trials in many jurisdictions all over the State. I have a balanced perspective, having prosecuted felony cases in Harris and Williamson Counties for nearly 10 years and another 10 years practicing law as a criminal defense attorney. JANA DUTY: Prosecutions are up, convictions are up, and plea deals are tougher than ever before. I was elected to clean house, reform a corrupt office, and take on a “good ole’ boy” system that put politics and personal agendas ahead of justice. Under my leadership, the District Attorney’s office resolved 1,536 cases left pending by my predecessor. I opened up old files and solved
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1. Three things that qualify you to be the county’s top law enforcement official. ROBERT CHODY: I have been preparing my whole life to serve Williamson County as our Sheriff. Over the course of 30 years, I have had the privilege and duty of serving in nearly every level of public safety - from the U.S. Army and Texas Dept. of Criminal Justice to training future officers and leading some of our County’s top public safety initiatives. I also have the distinction of being the only candidate who has served as an elected law enforcement executive for Williamson County. I am prepared to lead our department and keep our families safe. As a County Constable, I am very proud of my office’s proven, successful track record. We have been praised by then-Attorney General Greg Abbott for our crackdown on dead beat parents and implemented a widely successful DWI Task Force that has made our neighborhoods safer. With the countywide rise in drunk driving incidents, this is exactly the type of plan we need to implement across-the-board. I have a complete understanding of the county budgeting process, our strategic planning, and I have
four cold case murders, resulting in two guilty verdicts with two more awaiting trial. We are a safer and stronger county than we were four years ago when I took office. 2. What sets you apart from your opponent? DICK: My resume. My perspective. My personality. As a practicing trial lawyer I have a number of accomplishments. I have been awarded numerous statewide awards as an attorney including “The Prosecutor of the Year”, by the Texas Gang Investigators’ Association for my work as a prosecutor in Williamson County. I have been listed in Texas Monthly on 5 separate occasions as a “SuperLawyer-Rising Star.” Having practiced in large and small prosecutor offices, I believe I can see where our growing pains and issues may need to be addressed. I had the opportunity to move around in the Harris County District Attorney’s office, practice in front of dozens of Judges and work for many supervisors. I also had the opportunity to supervise other lawyers, staff strong relationships with our law enforcement executives to get the job done effectively - starting on day one. I have a strong vision for our Sheriff’s Office and know where it could be if we take the right steps. As the race has unfolded and I have communicated our vision for the future, I have been very honored to earn the backing of every local law enforcement association that has endorsed in the race - include the Williamson County Deputies Association and the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas. MIKE COWIE: Experience, integrity, and dedication. I have 39 years of law enforcement experience, from Highway Patrol, to firearms instructor, to a lieutenant of narcotics and, now, to the lieutenant of Criminal Investigation Division for the Williamson County’s Sheriff’s Office. I have been a dedicated law enforcement officer for those 39 years by upholding the law and the constitution, which will not change if I am elected Sheriff. I will continue to enforce the law as I have for almost four decades. I am here to work, not to just be a political figurehead. Integrity isn’t something you learn or develop over time; it is embedded in my charac-
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and police officers. I have the personality to work with many different kinds of people. I can usually find a common interest with almost anyone I meet. I believe in working together when possible. I have the personality to bring people together and inspire others to achieve the best they can for themselves. Over the years I have developed relationships with so many people in the courthouse and our community. These relationships have made me a better person, and I know will help me to be the kind of District Attorney Williamson County deserves. DUTY: I am on a fundamentally different side of justice from Mr. Dick and the criminal defense establishment who support him. I seek justice no matter the cost. They game the system to benefit their friends and their criminal clients. Mr. Dick has defended some of the worst of humanity in an attempt to have them set free to roam our streets and prey on the innocent again. This includes over 40 people charged with crimes against children—including sexual ter. Having been raised with and living daily in a Christian household, I will always do my best to make the right decision for the right reason at the right time. I will be fiercely committed to protecting the citizens of Williamson County by continuing to maintain the ‘tough on crime’ reputation this county already has. RANDY ELLISTON: My vast law enforcement experience in Texas, which spans over 37 years qualifies me to be your next sheriff. Williamson County needs a sheriff that has the experience to lead it into the future. As a Chief of the Texas Highway Patrol, I have experience making tough decisions; managing a budget of over $229M; personnel management of over 2,700 state police officers and 1,200 civilian employees; strategic planning; and emergency management. My proven track record of “Experience, Integrity, and Leadership”, and passion for public service of the highest standard qualifies me to be your Sheriff. My educational background also qualifies me to be sheriff. I received basic police training at the TX Dept of Public Safety Academy. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Baylor Univ. I am a graduate of the Northwestern Univ School of Police Staff and Command, a nationally recognized advanced training course for police administrators. I am certified as a “Master Peace Officer” by the TX Commission on Law Enforcement. BILL KELBERLAU: Leadership: Not an administrator but manager that leads by example. Prevent rather than react to problems as they surface. Analyze and anticipate the future; creating solutions before they are actually needed. Repairs always cost more than preventive maintenance. Experience: Not years of repeating things I have been trained to do but successful experience applying education and skills to achieve results that have not been accomplished before. Start up technologies and businesses, securing the border, international team building, humanitarian services and more. Education: Not multiplicity of tasks from training to do repetitive skills but knowledge and insight into how the uni-
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assault and injury to a child. When you add to that the fact that Mr. Dick has had seven tax liens filed against him since 2008 for more than $235,000 in unpaid federal taxes, you have a very clear picture of a man who thinks that he and his clients are above the law. I’m not sure that’s the kind of person to whom we want to be handing over the keys to the District Attorney’s office. 3. What is the foundation for your style of leadership? DICK: My Father was District Attorney of Fort Bend County. Anyone who ever worked for him looked up to him. He modernized the county. He showed me that every day you have to do the right thing for the right reasons. He never shied away from making the tough decisions and accepting all the responsibility for his choices. He was and is a great trial lawyer, but more importantly he is a “people-person”. Lawyers wanted to work for him. DUTY: From a management and leadership perspective, I believe the most effective district attorneys are those verse works and the interactions of mankind and cultures. This education includes the Constitution and subsequent statutory laws, international law, intellectual property law, contract law, small business owner, technology, history, and interpersonal communications. 2. How important is emotional intelligence in law enforcement? CHODY: It is a critical component for public servant to maintain and uphold. Officers engage in life or death situations at the absolute highest emotions people can experience. Being able to quickly assess very emotional situations and empathize with the people involved is crucial to saving lives and engaging the community. For me, training officers to feel the emotional pulse of each other and the people we protect is a top priority. COWIE: The ability to manage one’s own and others’ emotional intelligence is incredibly important. It is key that we train our officers to understand and evaluate personal competencies like self-awareness, -assessment, -control, and social competencies like conflict management, leadership and empathy. I will focus on training our deputies and officers by giving them the tools they need to be successful in and to effectively manage every situation they encounter. Our Crisis intervention Team (CIT) is incredibly important in helping our officers manage difficult, emotional situation and conflict, whether it be our officers or victims. The Sheriff’s Office CIT was nationally recognized last year for effectively addressing important issues in their communities and documenting the effectiveness of the program with quantitative evidence. Our Mobile outreach team works to provide treatment and health services people need so they don’t become a resident of the jail, which can save costs. ELLISTON: In modern day policing, emotional intelligence is an extremely important concept for every law enforcement officer to understand. Police officers are faced with a variety
who go out and find the best and the brightest talent on the market who are excited to do the work. Let’s face it – no one is going to get rich as an assistant prosecutor working for the state. But in order to truly serve the citizens and be a strong advocate for victims of crime, a good district attorney must ensure the people they hire view their service as a calling more than just a job. We are doing important work here, and if we do it well, then we can have an enormously positive impact on the lives of crime victims, and more broadly, on the safety of our families in general. 4. What is the role of the DA in building public trust in the justice system? DICK: It all starts with the District Attorney. The District Attorney is the focal point and the key decision maker in our justice system. I will first and foremost lead by example. Employees will be guided by the principle that we must always seek and find the truth. We will only employ the best attorneys in the State; there is no substitute for experience. A of situations as they interact with citizens they serve. Often situations change quickly and become emotional for citizens and the officers. These highly charged situations require the officer to quickly assess the situation and take appropriate action. For officers to respond appropriately they must first be self-aware of their emotional state and causes of negative emotional responses and learn techniques to manage their emotional responses. Officers must quickly evaluate the emotional state of the citizen and what triggers may cause a negative emotional response to the officer and deploy techniques to de-escalate emotionally charged situations that can manifest into physical confrontations. KELBERLAU: EI is a new packaging or terminology of higher concepts previously known as wisdom, knowledge, insight, intuition, etc. that enable some to look beyond the surface into why things are, what they are and their interactions. This innate ability some possess is useful across many disciplines where human interactions occur. The law enforcement environment is people-intensive and individuals with these skills are more successful than those without. This is not to be confused with mechanics of law enforcement; dealt with by good training. In part this may account for my career successes that span science, management and community. Patent level work in polymer chemistry, software algorithms, and systems engineering combining multiple disciplines to leadership of international organizations, missionary work and building churches and being the youngest Naval Reserve Intell CAPTAIN in 1993. Not to mention my work on a tough crime scene a number of years back. 3. What is the foundation for your style of leadership? CHODY: Effective leadership requires two fundamental components: strong vision for success and ability to persuade others to share in that vision each step of the way until it is achieved. Throughout my career, I have strived to be a transformational servant-lead-
“win at all cost” mentality will not be tolerated in my office. DUTY: The District Attorney has an enormous role is ensuring the public has faith in a fair and impartial justice system that seeks the truth above all else. Three years ago, I ran for District Attorney because justice was no longer being served in Williamson County. Under the previous District Attorney, personal favors and cover-ups were par for the course, and more than one-third of crimes recommended for prosecution by law enforcement were being reduced or dismissed. In the process of reforming this office, I have stepped on many toes and made many political enemies. Those are the very people who recruited and are backing Mr. Dick in this race. If I was a go-along to get-along person, then I’m sure I would be unopposed in this election. Then again, if facing a strong opponent in a political campaign is the only price I have to pay for fixing a broken system and ensuring that victims get the justice they deserve, then it seems like a small price to pay indeed. er, to do so by example and I am proud of the success our team has achieved. COWIE: I believe there are two types of leaders. One will say ‘let’s go do that’ and another who says ‘let’s go do this’ and I am the latter. It is important to me that we collaborate with other agencies, combine efforts and resources to effectively protect and serve the citizens of Williamson County. I will gain the trust and respect from the residents of the county through leadership abilities and being accessible to any member of the community. ELLISTON: A democratic and collaborative model. I understand an organization’s most valuable assets are people. My leadership style promotes high morale as I value each employee and his/her input, suggestions, and opinions. I include members from each level of the organization impacted when making operational decisions and setting goals and visions. I have found this promotes better decisions, increased morale, and buy-in to organization visions and goals. KELBERLAU: Objectivity, truth, honesty, moral turpitude, faith, and equality when dealing with every level of personal interaction. When you stand on principle and do not waiver leadership follows. You are not a leader because you issue orders, you lead by example. People do not respect you because of your position they respect you because of your action. When you apply the same principles and values to those above you as well as below, you command respect from both. At the people level you do not direct people how to perform. Instead a good leader will catalyze and facilitate their innate abilities to excel with the talents and knowledge they posses. You then remove obstacles that inhibit their progress. These fundamental principle are applicable in any endeavor that involves people.
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FEBRUARY 10, 2016 THE ADVOCATE 4. What is the role of the sheriff in building public trust in law enforcement? CHODY: Transparency and accountability to our taxpayers and families is one of the biggest issues surrounding law enforcement executives today. As the County’s top law enforcement official, the Sheriff has to be the one to set the example for the rest of the department. That means ensuring citizens know and have confidence in what they have invested their tax dollars. We owe it to families to run the leanest, most effective Sheriff’s office we can and perpetually reflect on how we can do our jobs better to strengthen security in our neighborhoods.
395TH DIST COURT 1. What sets you apart from your opponent in this race? TERENCE DAVIS: First, I am a seasoned trial attorney who has handled hundreds of contested custody cases like those handled by this Court instead of oil and gas matters by an administrative process. Second, I am specially trained and board certified in family law. Third, I am very active in the Republican Party wherein I serve as the General Counsel of WC GOP and have been endorsed by all former GOP chairmen and the Williamson County Republican Leaders. RYAN LARSON: There are three key differences. I have solid judicial experience that I have gained as an Administrative Law Judge. My opponent does not have any judicial experience. Second are my conservative values. My opponent has admitted that he has come to conservative values recently, having supported and voted for Barack Obama. For those voters who want a candidate with a long-time record of conservative beliefs, I am that candidate. I understand that the Founding Fathers placed limits on government. And that includes the judiciary. We can’t afford to promote activist judges that override the Executive and Legislative branches of government by legislating from the bench. Third, I’ve dedicated my career to public service. Being chosen for a public position is a reflection of
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1. What sets you apart from your opponents in this race? LAURA BARKER: The
COWIE: The role of the Sheriff in building public trust in law enforcement is to provide the necessary service and responsiveness to our residents as the county continues to grow, be transparent with community members regarding efforts, issues and changes, and be a reliable source of information for each and every person in Williamson County. It is important to me that we commit ourselves to the citizens of Williamson County. Our citizens expect and deserve a law enforcement agency that will provide a service with the utmost integrity and professionalism. It is important to me that we continue to earn and keep their support and trust.
trust and carries with it great responsibility which I have taken very seriously. By contrast, my opponent has made his career as a divorce lawyer. 2. How has your trial experience prepared you to be a judge? DAVIS: Although my extensive family law litigation experience provides me with weekly use of the rules of evidence, an opportunity to introduce exhibits, call witnesses, and make legal objections, it is my years of experience working as an advocate for children and other family law litigants under stressful situations during hundreds of trials over 10+ years in Williamson County that has prepared me to be a judge. All of which can be verified by calling any family attorney or other legal professional in the county. LARSON: As an Administrative Law Judge, I preside over cases and apply the law with consistency and fairness. I have proven experience following the law and Constitution and rendering decisions and orders. Many voters have cited my judicial experience as a clear advantage I have over my opponent. Before becoming an Administrative Law Judge, I was an Assistant Attorney General and as a trial attorney, developed a diversity of practice with a winning record at all levels of Texas courts, including the Texas Supreme Court. I am proud of my efforts well-rounded nature of my background. No other candidate has the combination of broad legal experience, coupled with a proven record of service to this community and to our party. That is why I
ELLISTON: As “Chief Law Enforcement Officer” the sheriff has a tremendous role in building public trust in law enforcement. To gain the public trust the sheriff must be visible and accessible to the people. He must be open and honest and provide transparency into how his department operates. He must engage the media and build mutual respect to make sure public safety information is provided to the public in a timely manner. The sheriff must develop a professional, well trained, and service minded department willing to engage the community and set the example of excellent service and public inclusiveness. The sheriff should offer community oriented programs that provide positive faceto-face interaction with the community.
KELBERLAU: The sheriff is the number one figure when it comes to public trust. One of the problems Williamson County has is people’s perceived fear of the County rather than trust in its behavior. People need to trust that when you cross the line here you will be held accountable for you behavior yet not fear harsh or unusual punishment. When accountability is firm, yet consistent, people will do what is right. The sheriff must set the standard for behavior. No one is above of below the law that is defined by The Constitution. As Texas Instruments computer service worldwide training manager I implemented a national program to restore confidence and respect on both sides.
to protect Texans from a wide array of threats. In recognition of my dedication to public service and legal experience, I was selected as a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation. Nomination is based on outstanding contributions to the legal profession as well as a commitment to the community. I am the only candidate in this race with that distinction. 3. Why do you want to be a judge in this court? DAVIS: I desire this court because it will hear exclusively family law cases, which will allow me to continue to help children and their families by not only listening and being impartial, but bringing my extensive family law experience and board certification to a bench that will make life-altering decisions in the complex area of family law. If I had a loved one facing a family law crisis, they would deserve a very experienced judge.
legislating from the bench. For this reason, I have received the endorsement of numerous conservatives, prosecutors, and pro-life leaders.
LARSON: This office is a trial court of general jurisdiction that presides in a dynamic and rapidly growing county, as such the docket changes as the community’s needs change. For this reason, the Texas Legislature designed this court to hear civil, criminal and family law matters. This court needs a judge with sound and consistent judgment who is able to tackle an array of legal issues based on proven experience. It further needs a judge, like me, that won’t short circuit the democratic process by was recently ranked #1 in the Williamson County Bar Poll by my peers as their choice to become our next judge. My opponents would have you believe that because it is technically a general jurisdiction
4. Explain the importance of “temperament” with regard to being on the bench. DAVIS: The temperament of a judge is critical in handling family law matters because it involves innocent children, hurting families, and a judicial system that involves conflict as a path to truth as opposed to reconciliation as a path to healing. I have a calm and consistent temperament, which is evidenced by the endorsement of more than 100 local family law attorneys. LARSON: As an Administrative Law Judge I currently demonstrate sound judicial temperament by honoring the time of those entering the courtroom, preparing for the proceedings, and showing a genuine interest in the matters being presented. I am also decisive and objective based on the applicable law and evidence presented, and devoid of favoritism. Judges should be calm, polite, sensitive and patient, yet firm if necessary to ensure the integrity of the proceedings. Judges are a symbol of the judiciary within the courtroom and community, and should act with the utmost discretion at all times. I continually uphold these values.
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inal and civil cases. It hears over 50% of the misdemeanor criminal docket, civil cases and mental health commitments. It also serves as the designated Veterans Treatment Court and also the DWI/Drug Court. I’ve practiced law in Georgetown for over 13 years, and have handled thousands of cases in civil, juvenile, criminal law, and mental health cases. No other candidate in this race can make the same claim. I believe it is vital that we have a new judge with the experience and skill set that matches the job. In addition, I’m the only candidate that has been actively involved in both the community and the Republican Party. I’m the Past President of the Williamson County Bar Association and co-founded the Women Lawyers Section in 2009, which does extensive
fundraising in the community and community workdays for Hope Alliance, Adoption Day, and coat drives for kids. I am also an active member of the Williamson County Republican Women and an associate member of the Georgetown Area Republican Women. LESLI FITZPATRICK: I have served four and one-half years as the County Court at Law #2 (CC-2) DWI/Drug Court Evaluator (which is half this Court’s existence) at no cost to the taxpayers of Williamson County. This service has allowed me to work exclusively in this Court with the previous judge, the visiting judges and the rest of the team giving me an intricate understanding of how this specialty court works. I have also been to trainings provided by the Texas Asso-
ciation of Drug Court Professionals. Additionally, I am the daughter of a Navy veteran and love veterans. This is important because CC-2 also has a Veteran’s Treatment Court modeled after the DWI/ Drug Court. BRANDY HALLFORD: This court is important to the people of Williamson County because it has jurisdiction over criminal, civil, family, and Child Protective Services cases that affect our community, children and families. It is currently hearing cases in criminal, civil, child protective services and modifications to previous family law cases. Once the new judge takes the bench, I have been informed the court will regain hearing new family law cases. I just entered my 20th year of law practice and I am the only
person seeking this bench that has extensive legal and trial experience in all these areas. I have committed half my career defending victims as a respected prosecutor. My law practice focuses on representing abused children, Veterans whose charges are connected to their military duty, criminal, juvenile, family, and civil law. I am also the only person who brings management experience. I previously served as the Criminal Division Chief at the Williamson County Attorney’s Office. I managed the attorneys, staff, and worked closely with law enforcement and county officials. This experience is crucial to understanding how the county works together in the justice system, as well as maintaining the court’s dockets and budget.
WARREN WATERMAN: My legal experience sets me apart because I am the most experienced of any candidate. In May of 1993, shortly after graduating from the Texas Tech University School of Law, I was admitted to the practice of Law by the Supreme Court of Texas. In nearly 23 years as a Texas attorney I have tried more than 100 jury trials, far more than any of the others in this race. I have more than 13 years of experience as a Prosecutor representing The Great State of Texas. Working under former County Attorney, Gene Taylor, I rose to be Chief of the Juvenile Division. From 2004 to 2009 I had my own private practice, the focus of which was defending both adults and juveniles accused of crimes. Since January of 2013 I have been the DWI/
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FEBRUARY 10, 2016 THE ADVOCATE true of trial experience. From felonies to traffic tickets, and from suppression hearings and bond hearings to contested motion to revoke hearings, no other candidate has the trial experience required to be judge of this court. Because of my specialization, I understand what will make the court more efficient and consistent with respect to scheduling, docketing, and court policies. Also, I understand how important it is for participants in the specialty courts to receive proper treatment in order to become rehabilitated and re-join society as productive members of our community. FITZPATRICK: In my nearly 15 years of practicing law, I have served as a prosecutor, criminal defense lawyer and civil litigator. This broad, diverse and relevant experience is important because this court predominately hears criminal and civil matters. Also this Court presides over the mental health dockets. I have represented clients afflicted with mental illness for years and I am very familiar with this area of the law. Furthermore, having experience on both
sides of the law is crucial in order for the scales of justice to be balanced. I am not a one dimensional judicial candidate. As a judge, I want justice for all citizens of Williamson County and having worked on both sides of the law will ensure that my judicial lens will view the big picture of the law in order to be fair and impartial on the bench. HALLFORD: My father taught me that you have to work in the trenches before you can truly understand a job. As a trial attorney, I have studied the law and successfully conveyed it to a jury. I have prepared witnesses for trial which include victims, police officers, lay and expert witnesses. I have a solid foundation in the rules of evidence and procedure, which is vital to making just and fair rulings, and decreases the chances of decisions being overturned. Additionally, I have written appellate legal briefs and advocated my position to appellate courts. My broad range of legal experience and conservative values has given me the tools needed to effectively serve. I understand the people, issues,
and needs of this court. I am ready to start serving on day one. WATERMAN: It takes a good lawyer to be a good judge and experience does matter. I have by far the most jury trial experience having tried more than 100 jury trials. Because I have spent more time in more courtrooms than any of my opponents, I know how a courtroom should be run. I am ready and able to resolve issues of law, evidence and fact from the bench. It is my experience as an advocate that has prepared me for the role of an impartial, objective, and fair judge. 3. Why do you want to be a judge in this particular court? BARKER: I’m excited about the Veterans Treatment Court and the DWI/Drug Court, and as corny as it may sound to some, I truly believe in my heart of hearts that I can make a positive difference in people’s lives. I’ve had countless clients throughout my career who have suffered from mental health issues and substance abuse issues. I believe that it’s important to try and help
these people, particularly if we catch them early at the misdemeanor level, so that their problems do not spiral out of control and result in felony crimes which often times is past the point of no return. Also, aggressively trying to rehabilitate low-level criminals is very much about public safety and fiscal conservatism. The goal with these offenders should be to try and take steps to keep them from becoming repeat offenders; particularly our veterans who have sacrificed so much, and many of whom have been forever scarred because of the things they have witnessed. That does not give them a free pass to commit crime in our community, but I do believe it entitles the non-violent offenders to a second chance courtesy of the justice system that they fought to protect and defend. FITZPATRICK: I was born to do this job. Not only do I know that this is my life long calling; I have prepared for this job. Every legal job I have had leading up to this run for office has made me a perfect fit for this Court. I want to be the next judge of this Court
because what it does matches so well with my life experience, my professional experience and my public service experience. I am ready to go to work on day one and my unique experience will make this a seamless transition from attorney to judge.
assigned ½ of the more than 8,000 jailable misdemeanors filed in Williamson County in a given year. This is a workload which may be daunting to some but will be manageable by me because I have the experience in the area of Criminal Law.
HALLFORD: My family and I have lived in Williamson County for 18 years. I care about our community and maintaining our strong judicial system. A judge’s practical legal experience makes a difference to the outcome of a case. Decisions immediately impact the community and often children. This court handles child abuse cases and I have the experience needed to make the hard decisions to keep children safe. I am also dedicated to the success of this court’s new Veteran’s Treatment program. Its focus is on giving Veterans professional help through court monitoring.
4. Explain the importance of temperament with regard to being on the bench.
WATERMAN: I want to be Judge of County Court at Law # 2 because I want to make a difference. My qualifications show that I am best suited for the job. This court is currently
BARKER: Judicial temperament is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot in political campaigns, but it must be more than empty rhetoric or we end up with judges who lack the skill set to effectively preside over a courtroom. That doesn’t make them bad attorneys, but many attorneys are simply not cut out to hold the gavel and be the impartial referee that the system requires of them. A good judge must exhibit in equal parts compassion, decisiveness, open-mindedness, sensitivity, courtesy, patience, freedom from bias, and a commitment to strictly interpreting the law as written and resisting the Continued Section C, P. 7
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Much Ado About Nothing - Part 2 by Mike Payne
Golda Meir, former Prime Minister of Israel once said, “One cannot and must not try to erase the past merely because it does not fit the present.” Nowhere are these words more applicable than how they reflect on the Old South Ball, a sold out event recently held by the Williamson Museum. Museum Director Mickie Ross has consistently maintained that the event was no more than a social function to offer Georgetown residents a unique opportunity to take a trip back in the past; to sample, in person, the food, music, and dress of life in Williamson County in the 1860 time period. Still, a small contingent of demonstrators, numbering about 40 (by five eyewitness accounts) protested for about two hours on the night of the event, marching around the courthouse and carrying signs decrying what they considered a racial indignation. What should Williamson County and Georgetown make of this? Let’s review a few statistics. This jejune story made a feeble attempt to grab national attention when it recently appeared on the front page of the Austin American Statesman. It was picked up by some progressive news organizations, who again,
tried in vain, to gain a head of steam based on the premise that the event was blatantly racist. When that didn’t work, a handful of locals picked up the mantle. Fortunately, the majority of citizens saw through the farce, and the indignant few equaled less than 1/10th of one percent of the 60,000 residents in Georgetown; and in Williamson County, less than 1/100th of one percent of approximately a half million residents. (Note: To examine those numbers more closely, grab your microscope.) Another interesting observation is that the vast majority of dissenters certainly didn’t resemble a group who would have, by historical note, had the most cause to come out and protest the event, but was rather comprised of the same group that comes out for anything from “Save the Dung Beetles” to “Code Pink” (enough said). For full disclosure, I should add that in addition to the “throng” of 40 protesters, one member from the Austin Chapter of the National Association for The Advancement of Colored People was present, Chapter President, Nelson Linder. Consider, as well, that there is one Georgetown City Council member, Rachael Jonrowe, who apparently believes that the volunteer members of the appointed Boards and Commissions are not capable of performing their assigned tasks, as reflected when she asked that the City Council as a whole be required to review any city monies that would be spent on what she has determined to be “exclusionary events.” One might ask if the Girl Scouts are exclusionary because they don’t include boys?
Or if Ladies’ Night Out is exclusionary because they don’t include men? Museum Director Ross, for her part, declined a fifteen hundred dollar reimbursement grant, awarded by unanimous consent of the Convention & Visitors Bureau board; the grant had been earmarked for advertising to entice people to visit Georgetown, but became unnecessary because the event sold out so quickly after the initial hullabaloo over it turned up in another local paper, The Sun. How far can this mindset be extrapolated? Thankfully not much farther; when a motion by Ms. Jonrowe called for the Georgetown City Council to hold a workshop to consider requiring the council to review every item deemed “exclusionary” by another council member, the motion was resoundingly voted down, 5-2; Councilwoman Anna Eby, made it clear that, although she did not agree with Councilwoman Jonrowe’s position on this issue, she conceded a workshop should be held simply out of courtesy to a fellow councilmember. Finally, given the totality of the coverage that purported “blatant racism” on the part of the Old South Ball organizers, it seems a mystery as to why the sum total of residents who came to the meeting and spoke on behalf of the protesters and the pleadings of councilwoman Jonrowe equaled zero, zip, zilch, nil, nought, nothing, bupkus… I think you, like the other 59,960 citizens of Georgetown, get the point. That Shakespeare guy is looking pretty good about now. He had it right even way back then. Much ado about nothing!
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Support for Terence Davis, Judge 395th Candidate
I have been practicing family law for over 10 years now and much of my work has been in Williamson County. I stand with several law enforcement agencies, a majority of the family law attorneys and the Republican Party of Williamson County when I say support for Terence
Davis is essential to the 395th District Court. He is a kindhearted professional and firm when advocating for his clients. I have experienced cases with Terence as the opposing counsel and I respect the work he does. I am proud to call him a friend. The 395th District Court exclusively deals with family law cases and Terence Davis has extensive experience with cases of this nature. The family code is not black and white. With Davis’ experience, decisions will be based on fairness, equity
and the best interest of the children involved. These are common expectations of a judge and decisions about a child or a grandchild simply cannot be left in the hands of someone inexperienced. If you are still undecided for the upcoming 395th District Court elections, look to your local attorneys and the campaign they have chosen to support. All signs point to “Support Davis! “ Heidi Heinrich, Heinrich Christian, PLLC A Round Rock Law Firm
Challenging Candidate Behaviors Having lived in Georgetown for a decade I have endured several local election cycles. In this campaign for the March Primary, however, it is the first time I’ve witnessed desperate and unethical conduct by a candidate. Dirty politics is not uncommon on the national stage but, it is a bit unusual for our county. This year in Williamson County we have a few candidates that fall into that “desperate” category. If you follow the races at all it does not take long to identify those of whom I speak. Look for the ones who inflate or embellish their background, education and experience. Pay close attention to the manner in which they speak of their opponents, either at your door, in articles, hand-outs, or political ads. If they are disparaging their opponents, they, themselves, have little to offer our county. The lack of integrity and fair play displayed by a few in this election should cause a voter grave concern about the candidates’ worthiness to hold public
office. All political offices demand men and women of integrity and honor; both are fundamental and essential character traits. For who wants a senator, district attorney, president, sheriff, or judge who would subscribe to unethical conduct? If they do not possess and practice these intrinsic character traits by adulthood it is not likely they will garner and practice them in the office they seek. As disturbing as candidate misconduct is, it pales in comparison to the gullibility of their devotees who blindly drink the Kool-Aid and often disrupt candidate forums with outbursts of disparaging remarks. If a candidate, or supporter, must belittle the opponent to make him or herself look bigger, is this not a clarion statement of their own diminutive stature? Thoroughly vet your candidates, Wilco. The wolves are at the door. Tony Trumps, Georgetown
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East View’s Diamond Morrison battles Georgetown’s Dori Brown for the ball as her Patriots teammates Emily Daniel (21), Abby Holland (25) and Paighton Corley (10) look on, while Georgetown’s Taylor Green gets a unique view of the play during the Lady Eagles’ 35-32 victory on Friday night at Eagle Gym. Both East View & Georgetown battled for playoff seeding during the regular season finales on Tuesday. Photo Russell Rinn By Galen Wellnicki Sports Editor
No matter what happens on the final night of the District 25-5A race, Vista Ridge (13-0), Georgetown (12-1), Leander (8-5) and East View (7-6) are heading to the UIL girls basketball playoffs as the alignment’s representatives. Two games on Tuesday night can either solidify the seedings or muddle the picture. The Lady Eagles took to the road to play the Lady Rangers for first place, and the Patriots were at home, hoping to gain a share of third place with the Lady Lions. If No. 11 Georgetown (20-9) upsets fifth-ranked Vista Ridge (28-4), the two teams will be co-champions and will determine the playoff seeding with a coin flip, according to Lady Eagles coach Rhonda Farney. The Rangers claimed a 58-40 victory in the first meeting at Eagle Gym on Jan. 15. Should East View best Leander, the two schools will tie for third place. Asked how the Patriots and Lady Lions would determine such a deadlock, EV coach Dave Walla said he wasn’t sure yet. Leander claimed a 55-47 victory in the first meeting
East View coach Dave Walla vehemently disputes an official’s call during Friday’s game with Georgetown.
Photo Russell Rinn
at the Lions’ Den. The 25-5A champion will play the fourth-place team in 26-5A—probably Austin Crockett in bi-district. The sec-
ond- and third-place teams will go against either Bastrop or Bastrop Cedar Creek, pending the outcome of the 26-5A race. The fourth-place team will catch champion
Austin LBJ. The bi-district playoffs are scheduled to begin on either next Monday or Tuesday with area-round contests later in the week. Georgetown and East View arrived in their current positions as the result of the Lady Eagles’ 35-32 victory over the Patriots on Friday night at Eagle Gym. In a game that was truly a battle of missed opportunities. Leander used a 41-38 win over Cedar Park to edge ahead of East View into sole possession of third place. The Lady Eagles led 18-17 at the half and then outscored East View, 9-1, in the third period to go up by 9 at 27-18. A free throw by senior Abby Holland at the start of the period was the only EV score of the quarter, while GHS countered with a trey and two free throws by junior Brooke Elliott, a bucket by senior Dori Brown and two free throws by senior Kendrick Clark. However, East View began to work its way back despite a technical on Walla for dropping his clipboard in a non-decorous manner after what he felt was a disputable official’s call. A layup-and-1 by sophoGirls Basketball cont. on B3
Sometimes Expectations, Reality Don’t Jibe If it were possible to blame the opposing political party or an election opponent for certain decisions in the recent UIL realignment for the 2016-17 and 2017-18 school years, political invective would be spewing from the mouths of candidates. Critics would be yelling for a wall to be built around the UIL offices in Austin to keep such alien projections from the tender ears of the innocent. Merle Haggard could wail, “If you inconvenience or dis our football boys, you’re walkin’ on the fightin’ side of me.” The biennial announcement by the state’s ruling body of high school competition is awaited by most with bated breath and then reacted to by many like bad breath. How
can Class 2A Ozona be in a football district with Anthony, which straddles the Texas-New Mexico border north of El Paso – two schools 367.1 miles apart on I-10? That’s five hours and nine minutes of driving in a good vehicle under
optimal conditions and, quite probably much longer, in an old yeller dog from the motor pool. Of course, you don’t have to go to La Frontera to find unhappiness with Monday’s announcement. In fact just drop into Hays County where Buda Hays, a non-district opponent for both Georgetown and East View in the upcoming season, and Kyle Lehman have appealed their inclusion in District 25-6A. But it’s not hard to figure out why the two Hays CISD schools are unhappy with their new competitive playmates – Lake Travis, Austin Westlake, Leander, Vandegrift and Lapping cont. on B4
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three single-digit scoring quarters. They were down by 14 after one quarter and 18 at half. The Patriots did make a rally in the third period, outscoring the Tigers 16-8 and cutting the lead to a workable 10 points at 29-39 with eight minutes to play. Dripping Springs, however, completed a 13-8 final quarter to end the game and tally the 15 point victory. The Patriots were led in scoring by freshman guard Zion Hester with 13 points. Senior John VerColen added 8 points. For the Tigers, 6-foot-6 Ty Johnson continues to have an all-district worthy senior season, leading his team to victory. Johnson, who is very adept in-the-paint, led Dripping Springs in scoring with 14 points on an assortment of short jumpers, lay-ups and tip-ins.
by Jon Whittemore Advocate Correspondent
Visiting Georgetown continued its basketball dominance over cross-town brother East View this past Friday night, beating the Patriots, 60-25, in a game that was never really close. Basically, the Eagles (7-4) are fighting for a playoff spot and the Patriots (1-10) are trying to stay out of the district basement. With three playing dates remaining, the Eagles are in the midst of a playoff race for the second, third and fourth positions with Vandegrift (8-3), Cedar Park (7-4) and Leander (6-5). Dripping Springs still has an outside shot at 5-6. Vista Ridge appears secure on top at 10-1. The Eagles close out at home against Vista Ridge on Tuesday, at Dripping Springs at 7:30 p.m. Friday and at home against Vandegrift at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, the final night of the regular season. In their battle to avoid the cellar, The Patriots played at Leander on Tuesday, entertained Cedar Park at 7:30 p.m. Friday before finishing the season at Marble Falls at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16. “We’re working hard,” Patriots’ coach Jason Jones said. “The shots didn’t fall. We made some adjustments at half when we were still within striking distance (29-14) but came out and scored 5 and 6 in the third and fourth quarters. The 19 turnovers we made are about what we’ve been averaging all season long.” The Patriots had three players with 4 points each: freshman Zion Hester, junior Justin Derr and senior postman Cray Steger. The 5-foot-9 Hester led the team in rebounding with four. For the Eagles, the 60-point output followed a 64-point night the game before against Marble Falls and marked a noted improvement in overall team shooting. Junior returning all-district performer Beau Corrales again showed his mettle by leading the team with 16 points as well as picking up five rebounds. Corrales, who is 6-foot-4, long-armed, reasonably quick and very aggressive, was a decidedly disruptive force on the defensive end, tipping balls and generally harassing the shorter Patriot players. Kaden Herbert (6-2) was the other Eagle in double figures with 10. He also contributed a team-high six rebounds. Postman Zak Kepner, coming off one of his better games earlier in the week added 9 points to the final score. “We played well defensively holding them to three quarters of single digit results,” GHS coach Russell Miller said. “The effort was great. Our offensive consistency was better than we’ve had (quarters of 15-14-15-16) but we know that we’ll win with defense. We’ll obviously have to make some shots to win, but other teams know that we’ll show up and play
DISTRICT 25-5A AT A GLANCE
Standings – Vista Ridge 10-1, Vandegrift 8-3, Cedar Park 7-4, Georgetown 7-4, Leander 6-5, Dripping Springs 5-6, East View 1-10, Marble Falls 0-11. Tuesday’s results – Georgetown 64, Marble Falls 41, Dripping Springs 52, East View 27, Vista Ridge 71, Vandegrift 49, Cedar Park 58, Leander 46. Friday’s results – Georgetown 67, East View, 25; Leander 70, Marble Falls 35, Vista Ridge 69, Dripping Springs 54, Vandegrift 63, Cedar Park 58.
Junior Beau Corrales fights for a rebound against Marble Falls during district action last Tuesday night. The Eagles faced Vista Ridge on Tuesday in their battle for playoff position. Photo Russell Rinn
defense every night.” The Eagles committed eight turnovers and forced the Pats into 19 in winning all four quarters (three by double figures).
Eagles Bop Marble Falls Georgetown played well early and then coasted to a comfortable 23-point win over Marble Falls, 64-41, this past Tuesday. Georgetown scored early and never trailed in the game against the out-manned and district cellar-dwelling Mustangs. “We played well, especially in the first half,” said a satisfied Coach Russell Miller. “We had a lot of energy early, got after them on defense and really played strongly in the second quarter.” The Eagles won the first quarter 15-3, and then poured it on offensively in the second with a 24-point outburst. Also in the second quarter, the Eagles’ defense forced eleven of Marble Falls’ 21 turnovers and gave up only one basket. The bulk of the Mustang scoring in the period came on seven free throws. Particularly effective in the second period was 6-foot-5 post junior Zak Kepner who scored six of his game-high 15 points. Kepner also recorded seven rebounds for the game. Junior forward Beau Corrales also scored six in the second quarter and was outstanding on defense as he recorded four
East View Falls To Drip In what continues to be a frustrating season, East View again fell behind early and then did not make enough plays to climb out of the hole they had built for themselves, losing their third straight 25-5A game. This time the loss was to the Dripping Springs Tigers, 52-37. The Patriots playing multiple freshmen and adjusting to the tempo and style of a new coach have struggled to find rhythm and consistency throughout the season. This game where they won one quarter and lost three has become something of a template for their entire season. East View was plagued by poor shooting and too many turnovers as they recorded
FRIDAY (JAN. 29) 25-5A GAME At Cedar Park CEDAR PARK 48, GEORGETOWN 43 GHS (43) – Brock Gonzales 0-1 0-0 0, Kaden Herbert 2-8 2-2 6, Matt Taparauskas 1-3 2-2 4, Dakota Cahill 1-5 0-0 2, Jeff McVean 2-2 4-5 8, Ethen Campbell 1-2 0-0 3, Beau Corrales 2-4 0-0 4, Chandler Herman 4-8 0-0 10, Will Dietlein 0-0 0-0 0, Logan Lester 0-4 0-0, Jeff Williams 0-1 0-0 0, Zak Kepner 3-4 0-0 6. Totals: 16-42 8-9 43. Halftime: CP, 25-24. 3-point shooting: GHS 3-12 (Herbert 0-4, Cahill 0-1, Campbell 1-2, Herman 2-4, Lester 0-1). Rebounds: GHS 14 (Cahill 3). Assists: GHS 9 (Cahill 3, McVean 3). Steals: GHS 14 (Herbert 3, Corrales 3). Blocks: GHS 1 (Corrales). Turnovers: GHS 12. Total fouls: GHS 16. Fouled out: GHS, Cahill. Records: Georgetown, 5-4 in 25-5A, 16-11. TUESDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At Marble Falls GEORGETOWN 64, MARBLE FALLS 41 MARBLE FALLS (41) – Joshua Mosley 4-6 1-4 13, Kameron Wright 0-1 0-0 0, O’Ryan Ficklin 2-6 6-9 11, Adam Angel 1-2 5-5 7, Keegan Deering 0-9 0-0 0. Cade Jarvis 1-2 0-2 2, Ethan O’Riley 2-5 0-1 4, Andrew Stripling 0-3 4-4 4. Totals: 10-34 16-25 41. GHS (64) – Gonzales 0-1 0-0 0, Herbert 4-8 1-1 10, Taparauskas 1-4 0-0 2, Cahill 2-3 0-0 5, McVean 1-2 0-0 2, Campbell 0-0 0-0 0, Corrales 5-7 2-3 12, Herman 5-9 0-0 12, Dietlein 2-4 0-0 4, Lester 1-2 0-0 2, Kepner 5-8 5-6 15. Totals: 26-48 8-10 64. Halftime: GHS, 39-12. 3-point shooting: MF 5-15 (Mosley 4-5, Wright 0-1, Ficklin 1-2, Deering 0-5, O’Riley 0-2); GHS 4-15 (Gonzales 0-1, Herbert 1-2, Taparauskas 0-2, Cahill 1-2, Herman 2-5, Dietlein 0-2, Lester 0-1). Rebounds: MF 25 (Deering 6, Stripling 6, O’Riley 5); GHS 24 (Kepner 7, Lester 5, Corrales 4). Assists: MF 5, GHS 19 (Corrales 4, Herbert 3, McVean 3). Steals: MF 2, GHS 15 (Corrales 4, Taparauskas 3). Blocks: MF 2 (Deering 2); GHS 0. Turnovers: MF 25, GHS 12. Total fouls: MF 11, GHS 21. Fouled out: MF, Stripling. Records: Marble Falls, 0-10 in 25-5A; Georgetown, 6-4 in 25-5A, 17-11.
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steals and multiple deflections in the game. The Eagles who have been offensively challenged most of the season had a rare posting of four players in double figures – Kepner (15), Corrales (12), Chandler Herman (12), and Kaden Herbert (10). Postman Logan Lester scored a basket but more importantly pulled down five rebounds. Herbert recorded three steals and an assist to go with his 10 points. The Eagles committed only 11 turnovers. The Mustangs did put up a desperation surge in the final period, outscoring the Eagles 19-16 but in the end, it was too little, too late.
Tuesday’s games – Vista Ridge at Georgetown, 7:30 p.m.; East View at Leander, 7:30 p.m.; Marble Falls at Cedar Park, 7:30 p.m.; Vandegrift at Dripping Springs, 7:30 p.m. Friday’s games – Dripping Springs at Georgetown, 7:30 p.m.; East View at Cedar Park, 7:30 p.m.; Vandegrift at Marble Falls, 7:30 p.m.; Vista Ridge at Leader, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday (Feb. 16) games: Georgetown at Vandegrift, 7:30 p.m.; Marble Falls at East View, 7:30 p.m.; Leander at Dripping Springs, 7:30 p.m.; Cedar Park at Vista Ridge, 7:30 p.m. (End of regular season)
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The fourth-ranked Jarrell Lady Cougars—safely in possession of the 25-3A championship—closed out their regular season Tuesday night when they faced Lago Vista. A victory over the Vikings would allow Jarrell to finish the district race with a 10-0 mark and the regular season at 27-3. They will advance to bi-district against the fourth-place team from District 26-3A. Jarrell improved its 253A mark to 9-0 this past Friday night with a 57-20 victory on the road over Blanco. The Lady Cougars
jumped to a 43-12 lead at the half and extended in to 51-14 after three. The Lady Cougars threw a balanced attack at the Lady Panthers with Brea Wright and Julie Tucker each scoring 12 points and Mikaela Rountree adding 10. Friday’s dozen enabled Wright to increase her career point total to 2,564 points. Jarrell shot 52 percent from the floor. Jarrell’s bi-district opponent is yet to be determined. BOYS BASKETBALL: The 10th-ranked Cougars (9-0, 23-3) posted two victories this past week,
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beating Gateway, 57-29, this past Tuesday and Blanco, 75-66, on Friday. Jarrell will close out the regular season and 25-3A campaign against Lago Vista at home on Tuesday, at Ingram Tom Moore at 8 p.m. Friday and at home against Florence at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16. T.J. Sykes led Jarrell with 15 points in the win over Gateway, while Sykes and Tucker Sansom scored 22 and 18 points, respectively against Blanco.
JARRELL BOXSCORE TUESDAY’S DISTRICT 25-3A GAME At Comfort JARRELL 57, BLANCO 20 JARRELL (57) -- Brea Wright 5-8 0-0 12, Julie Tucker 6-8 0-0 12, Jorden Vick 3-9 3-3 9, Lisa Gonzalez 1-3 0-2, Destiney Fairley 1-5 0-0 2, Mikaela Rountree 5-10 0-0 10, Ariana Enciso 1-3 0-0 2, Corinne Dundas 3-7 0-0 6, Katelyn Hernandez 0-1 0-0 0, Ciara Hernandez 1-2 0-0 2. Totals: 26-56 3-5 57. Halftime: JHS, 43-12. 3-point shooting: JHS 2-10 (Wright 2-4, Gonzalez 0-2, Fairley 0-1, Rountree 0-1, Enciso 0-1, K. Hernandez 0-1). Rebounds: JHS 31 (Tucker 7, Enciso 7, Wright 5). Assists: JHS 21 (Tucker 4, Wright 3, Vick 3, Gonzalez 3, Rountree 3). Steals: JHS 22 (Rountree 5, Dundas 3, C. Hernandez 3. Blocks: JHS 4 (Wright, Tucker, Vick, Gonzalez). Turnovers: JHS 17. Total fouls: JHS 4. Fouled out: none. Records: Jarrell, 9-0 in 25-3A, 27-3.
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GIRLS BASKETBALL, FROM PAGE B1 more Diamond Morrison cut the Georgetown lead to 32-39 with two minutes and 57 seconds to go. Elliott upped the GHS lead to 33-30 with a free throw 17 seconds later. Then the basketball god-of-missed-opportunities flexed his/her muscles. Patriots sophomore Paighton Corley and junior Emily Daniel missed 3-point attempts, and Morrison missed a basket off a steal. The officials then ruled that GHS blew the inbounds play. With 53 seconds remaining Daniel hit a bucket to make it 33-32, but Clark made two free throws to bounce the lead back out to 35-32 with 30 seconds left. Holland missed a shot, GHS lost the ball out of bounds with 4.94 seconds to go. Daniel got a good look at a possible game-tying 3-pointer, but the ball missed its mark. The Lady Eagles were able to celebrate Senior Night with their 27th consecutive 20-win. “We played good defense, holding them to just 35 points,” Walla said. “The third quarter— outscored 9-1—was the difference.” Georgetown outscored East View in the first (10-8) and third (9-1), and the Patriots posted an edge in the second (9-8) and fourth (14-8). “The kids were tight tonight,” Farney said. “We could see it in some of their body language earlier in the day. Senior Night and the pressure of not wanting to be the first team to lose to East View (in girls basketball). We didn’t take advantage of some of our opportunities.” Neither team shot well from the floor —GHS, 37 percent (10 of 27), EV, 30.8 percent (12 of 39). Statistically, the Lady Eagles won the game at the free-throw line (12 of 19), while the Patriots made 7 of 13. At times, East View tended to dominate the offensive boards. Shooting from beyond the arc was not a profitable weapon— the Patriots were 1 of 10 and the Lady Eagles were three of 12. Clark and Elliott with 14 and 7 points, respectively, were the only Lady Eagles with more than four points, while Holland and Morrison scored 17 and 6, respectively, for the Patriots. Senior night recognized the efforts of players Clark,
Lady Eagle Taylor Elliott fouls the Patriots’ Paighton Corley during Friday night’s rivalry matchup. Georgetown outlasted East View 35-32.
Photo: Russell Rinn
Brown, Avery Kelly and Sandi Harris and manager Lindsey Gerlinger.
GHS Stops Falls “We did much better than we did in the first game,” said Georgetown coach Rhonda Farney after her Lady Eagles polished off last-place Marble Falls, 57-30, in District 25-5A action on the Lady Mustangs’ hardwoods on Tuesday night. Georgetown had to rally in the fourth quarter to beat Marble Falls, 41-32, earlier in the season at Eagle Gym. The Lady Eagles opened a 13-point advantage at 23-10 with three minutes and two seconds remaining in the first half, but coach David Schubert’s Lady Mustangs trimmed the GHS lead to 6 points at 28-22 early in the third quarter. Georgetown responded with 10 consecutive points, including two 3-pointers from senior Avery Kelly; a basket on a steal by Taylor Green; and a move to the bucket by junior Dee Day. Marble Falls never again got closer than 14 points. Another positive point in Farney’s opinion was that she got to play her reserves about 40 percent of the game. “We’re going to need those people to play key roles down the road,” she said. The GHS defense held the Lady Mustangs to just nine successes in 45 attempts from the floor, including an 0-of-13 reading from beyond the arc. No
Marble Falls player scored in double digits. Kelly led GHS scoring with 14 points, and Day added 11 points and a game-high 11 rebounds. Seniors Dori Brown and Kendrick Clark chipped in 9 and 8 points, respectively. Brown also added nine rebounds and Clark had seven boards, four assists and three blocks.
EV Rips Drip East View secured a spot in the Class 5A playoffs by beating Dripping Springs, 40-33, this past Tuesday night at East View. The Patriots’ defense smothered the Tigers holding them to single digits in three of the four quarters to offset a cold-shooting night that saw East View shoot just 31 percent from the floor. Sophomore Diamond Morrison paced the offense with 13 points and four assists. Rachel Wisian was force in the paint with four blocks and six rebounds. Abby Holland had a solid game contributing 10 rebounds, three steals and 9 points. The Patriots held Dripping Springs to 2 points in the first quarter, taking a 10-2 lead. The Tigers rallied in the third quarter to pull within 6 at 21-15, but Sarah Lindsey got a clutch put-back off an offensive rebound to reverse the trend. “This win was a total team effort that was initiated by our defensive effort. In three of the four quarters, we held them to single-digit scoring. I was
very pleased by the mental toughness of our kids. Every time Dripping Springs made a run, one of the girls made a play to widen our lead. “Abby was huge on the boards, Emily knocked down 3 important treys, and Diamond dealt with heavy pressure all night with only one turnover. Rachel Wisian battled foul problems, but did a great defensive and rebounding job when she was out there. Paighton Corley, Lina Mendoza, Sarah Lindsey, Keely Wallis, Kim Jones, and Alyson Ashby also all played very well during their time on the court.” On making the playoffs, Walla added, “It is a relief to be assured of a playoff spot in such a competitive district, but, as I told the girls in the locker room after the game, we have some work yet to be done. We want to finish in that No. 3 spot which is a doable goal, if we play to our potential.” -- Allan Shiflet
Rachel Wisian and the Patriots defeated Dripping Springs 40-33 last Tuesday. The sophomore post had 5 points and six rebounds in the win.
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DISTRICT 25-5A AT A GLANCE Standings: x-Vista Ridge 13-0; x-Georgetown 12-1, x-Leander 8-5, x-East View 7-6, Vandegrift 5-8, Dripping Springs 4-9, Cedar Park 3-10, Marble Falls 0-13. Tuesday’s results: Georgetown 57, Marble Falls 30; East View 40, Dripping Springs 33; Leander 41, Cedar Park 38; Vista Ridge 61, Vandegrift 46. Friday’s games: Georgetown 35, East View 32; Vista Ridge 75, Dripping Springs 57; Vandegrift 49, Cedar Park 42; Leander 57, Marble Falls 43. Tuesday’s games: Georgetown at Vista Ridge, 7:30 p.m.; Leander at East View, 7:30 p.m.; Cedar Park at Marble Falls, 7:30 p.m.; Dripping Springs at Vandegrift, 7:30 p.m. x -- clinched playoff berth. (End of regular season) FRIDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At Eagle Gym GEORGETOWN 35, EAST VIEW 32 EAST VIEW (32) -- Paighton Corley 1-3 1-2 5, Diamond Morrison 2-12 1-2 6, Alyson Ashby 0-0 0-0 0, Emily Daniel 2-5 0-0 4, Kim Jones 0-1 0-0 0, Rachel Wisian 1-5 0-0 2, Luis Mendoza 0-1 0-0 0, Abby Holland 6-12 5-8 17, Keely Wallis 0-0 0-0 0, Sarah Lindsey 0-0 0-0 0. Totals: 12-39 7-12 32. GHS (35) -- Brooke Elliott 1-4 1-6 7, Dori Brown 2-2 0-0 4, Kendrick Clark 4-8 6-6 14, Taylor Green 1-3 0-1 3, Taylor Elliott 0-0 0-2 0, Avery Kelly 1-5 0-0 3, Dee Day 1-4 0-2 2, Olivia Anderson 0-0 0-0 0, Emily Jones 10 27 12-19 35. Halftime: GHS, 18-17. 3-point shooting: EV 1-9 (Corley 0-1, Morrison 1-5, Daniel 0-3); GHS 3-12 (B. Elliott 1-3, Clark 0-1, Green 1-3, Kelly 1-5). Rebounds: EV 22 (Holland 6, Daniel 5, Morrison 3); GHS 16 (Clark 5, Kelly 4, Brown 3). Assists: EV 4 (Wisian 2); GHS 9 (B. Elliott 4, Kelly 2). Steals: EV 6 (Morrison 2, Mendoza 2); GHS 5 (five players with one each). Blocks: EV 3 (Wisian); GHS 1 (T. Elliott). Turnovers: EV 9, GHS 12. Total fouls: EV 20, GHS 15. Fouled out: EV, Corley (:30, fourth). Technical fouls: EV Coach Dave Walla (5:41, fourth). Records, East View, 7-6 in 25-5A, 16-13; Georgetown, 12-1 in 25-5A, 20-9.
Sub-Varsity GHS JV 32, EAST VIEW JV 15 EV (15) -- Isabella Zane 0, Anna Steger 1, Jessica Workman 0, Kelsey Cornish 0, Lily Brown 0, Nicole Russell 0, Rocky Saldana 2, Dominique Hardeman 0, Cassidy Salyer 8, Tori Castillo 4, Marisol Hernandez 0. GHS (32) -- Josie Weirich 5, Catherine Dietlein 3, Suzanna Richter 0, Miranda Gil 8, Jaelyn Knight 4, Maddie Vickers 5, Emili Harris 4, Taryn Newton 0. Halftime: GHS, 19-9. GHS record: 11-2 in 25-5A, 22-4. GHS FRESHMEN 41, EAST VIEW FRESHMAN 22 EV (22) -- Luna Reyes 0, Jocelyn Franco 2, Sydney Sargeant 4, Sophie Peterson 1, Kailey Valadez 1, Monisha Sathianathan 1, Averi Paine 0, Makenna Kirklin 2, Alex Stone 11, Tiedra South 0. GHS (41) -- Gracie Speer 6, Morgan Bruning 5, Ali Isbell 3, Samari O’Brien 2, Hailey Wickline 4, Lauren Vega 3, Shelby Jones 8, Marisa Roberson 6, Jade Smith 2, Samantha Champion 1. Halftime: GHS, 24-3. GHS record: 9-4 in 25-5A, 20-6. TUESDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At Marble Falls GEORGETOWN 57, MARBLE FALLS 30 GHS (57) -- Brooke Elliott 0-2 0-0 0, Dori Brown 3-7 3-8 9, Kendrick Clark 3-10 1-1 8, Taylor Green 2-7 0-0 4, Taylor Elliott 0-4 2-2 2, Sandi Harris 0-1 2-2 2, Avery Kelly 4-5 2-2 14, Dee Day 3-5 5-7 11, Oliva Anderson 1-7 0-2 3, Emily Jones 1-3 2-4 4. Totals: 17-51 17-28 57. MARBLE FALLS (30) -- Tiffany Dunavent 0-0 0-0 0, Morgan Haygood 0-2 0-0 0, Molly Myrick 1-10 5-7 7, Sidney Gibson 0-0 0-0 0, Madison Fields 0-2 0-0 0, Devin Sanchez 0-0 0-0 0, Aubree Adams 3-10 1-4 7, Reann Hall 2-12 3-8 7, Aspen Woerner 3-9 3-5 9, Aileen Neri 0-0 0-0 0. Totals: 9-45 12-24 30. Halftime: GHS, 26-16. 3-point shooting: GHS 6-23 (B. Elliott 0-1, Brown 0-1, Clark 1-5, Green 0-4, T. Elliott 0-2, Kelly 4-5, Anderson 1-5); DS 0-13 (Hagood 0-2, Myrick 0-6, Fields 0-1, Hall 0-3, Woerner 0-1). Rebounds: GHS 34 (Day 11, Brown 9, Clark 7); MF 25 (Hall 7, Woerner 6). Assists: GHS 15 (Clark 4, B. Elliott 3). Steals: GHS 14 (Green 3, Jones
3). Blocks: GHS 4 (Clark 3, Day). Turnovers: GHS 11, DS 11. Total fouls: GHS 18, DS 20, Fouled out: DS, Woerner (4:03, fourth). Technical fouls: none. Records: Georgetown, 11-1 in 25-5A, 19-9; Marble Falls, 0-12 in 25-5A, 12-19. Sub-Varsity (GHS scoring only) GHS JV 51, MARBLE FALLS JV 34 --Josie Weirich 13, Suzanna Richter 10, Miranda Gil 13, Jaelyn Knight 4, Maddie Vickers 9, Emili Harris 0, Taryn Newton 0. Halftime: GHS, 33-20. GHS record: 10-2 in 25-5A, 21-4. GHS FRESHMAN 46, MARBLE FALLS FRESHMAN 39 -- Gracie Speer 6, Morgan Bruning 5, Ali Isbell 14, Samari O’Brien 6, Hailey Wickline 6, Lauren Vega 11, Shelby Jones 6, Samantha Champion 0. Halftime: GHS, 33-19. GHS record: 8-4 in 25-5A; 19-6. TUESDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At East View EAST VIEW 40, DRIPPING SPRINGS 33 DRIPPING SPRINGS (33) – Kaylen Morrison 0-3 3-4 3, Cassie Louthan 16 1-5 3, Julia Graham 1-2 0-0 2, Taylor Yates 1-2 0-0 3, Brooke Bradley 2-6 2-4 6, Brianna Morrow 1-3 3-4 5, Danielle Northrup 0-2 3-4 3, O’Banan 1-10 2-4 4, Alex Milliron 2-3 0-0 4. Totals: 9-37 14-25 33. EV (40) – Paighton Corley 1-3 0-2 2, Diamond Morrison 5-16 2-3 13, Alyson Ashby 0-0 0-0 0, Emily Daniel 3-10 0-1 9, Kim Jones 0-0 0-0 0, Rachel Wisian 2-4 1-2 5, Lina Mendoza 0-0 0-0 0, Abby Holland 4-14 0-0 9, Keely Willis 0-1 0-0 0, Sarah Lindsey 1-3 0-0 2. Totals: 16-51 3-8 40. Halftime: EV, 16-8. 3-point shooting: DS 1-10 (Morrison 0-1, Louthan 0-1, Yates 1-2, Bradley 0-3, Morrow 0-2, O’Banan 0-1); EV 5-17 (Corley 0-1, Morrison 1-5, Daniel 3-6, Holland 1-5). Rebounds: DS 26 (O’Banan 6, Bradley 5); EV 35 (Holland 10, Wisian 6). Assists: EV 10 (Morrison 4, Corley 3). Steals: EV 6 (Holland 3). Blocks: EV 4 (Wisian 4). Turnovers: RV 8. Total fouls: DS 15, EV 17. Fouled out: EV, Corley. Records: Dripping Springs, 4-8 in 25-5A, 17-13; East View, 7-5 in 25-5A, 16-12.
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Davis Leads GISD Wrestlers To Region IV Tournament By Galen Wellnicki Sports Editor
February 5 was Locker Night at East View High School. Taking part in T-shirt sales and collecting school supply donations are East View students Bailey Hampton, Torrie Davis, Dixi Cordell, Nanailey Santana & Courtney Rice. The Locker is a student founded organization that helps other students in need.
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LAPPING, FROM PAGE B1 Vista Ridge. It’s like being a chubby morsel in a piranha tank in most athletic contests. Also, Calallen and Alice – two of the athletic mainstays in the Gulf Coast/Wild Horse Desert area – are appealing their assignment to District 295A with Eagle Pass Wynn, Floresville, Uvalde and three San Antonio Schools. My recommendation – buy gas in bulk while the prices are down and a big storage tank. For the record, appeals by individual schools must be filled by February 11 and they will be heard by the UIL on February 18. Contracts for football games cannot be made until February 19. But then most schools already unofficially have lined up their schedules. And this brings us to the local application of this essay. Pflugerville Connally is not happy about being in nine-team District 19-5A. The Cougars would much rather be in District 25-5A, currently a seven-team grouping composed of Austin ISD schools that is arguably one of the weakest athletically in the state. Also, they would be in a watered-down version of Region IV-5A. However, the other eight members of 19-5A voted 7-1 not to release Connally from its new assignment and 25-5A voted not to accept the Pflugerville school’s as a new fraternity brother. Oh, the 19-5A school voting to let the Cougars vacate the assigned turf was Elgin. There are at least two reasons why Connally wouldn’t be welcome in 25-5A – it probably would cut down on the number of
Austin ISD schools making the playoffs in each sport and, frankly, it would be easier for the AISD to administer the district since all the teams would be under its umbrella. There are good and bad points in Connally moving, including making two odd-number districts into eight-team groupings. If Connally, which actually has an Austin mailing address, were to change alignments, football coaches and athletic directors would be left trying to set new schedules. The old nine-team district slate with each team having a bye on different Fridays would have to be pitched and redrawn. And, probably more importantly, officials would be left scrambling trying to find a third non-district opponent at this late date with most schools around the state already having verbal agreements for their non-district slots. On the other side of the coin, many coaches of teams that play double-round-robin schedules would like to help Connally pack and might chip in on the cost of the moving van. With today’s UIL perimeters defining the length and number of games in a regular season, an eightteam district is basically ideal, providing room for non-district play, including a couple tournaments. However, a nine-team district requires 18 playing dates and 16 games for each team instead of 14. Quite frankly, pending what happens at a March 2 district organizational meeting that will set schedules for other sports or begin efforts in that direction, such events as the Jack Frost Invitational,
Governor’s Cup and Lady Governor’s Cup could be severely affected or sidelined completely for the two years of the upcoming alignment period. One way to get around this in nine-team alignments would be for the district to play a single round robin to seed for a district tournament, giving the round-robin winner the first-round bye or requiring the eighth- and ninth-place teams to have a play-in game. This would require 11 or 12 district games, depending on the tournament format, instead of 16 games and 18 playing dates. As of Monday, Feb. 1, when the realignment was announced there were nine nine-school districts in Class 5A – only one of which was in Region I. There were none in Region II, four in Region III and four in Region IV. District 23-5A, an alignment south of Houston, has eight in football, but nine in basketball. There are 13 eight-school districts in 5A, eight seven-school alignments and two six-team groupings. There are 253 schools in 5A, six more than in 6A and 62 more than in 4A. The 5A schools range in enrollment from 1,000 students to 2,149. One school not meeting the lower 5A requirement – Fort Worth Dunbar – moved to 5A at its own request so it could be grouped with other Fort Worth ISD schools. That’s where we stand prior to the deadline to officially file realignment appeals. And as the rules require, teams still will line up and play the designated opponent on the given date.
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Georgetown junior Seth Davis required eight minutes and 22 seconds to win the 160-pound championship this past Thursday in the District 13-5A Wrestling Tournament at Vandegrift. Davis pinned all three of his opponents en route to a berth in the Region IV-5A Tournament this Friday and Saturday at the Delco Center in Austin. He was one of 10 GISD entrants to advance to the next rung on the UIL championship ladder. Davis, who stands 29-4 for the season, opened his title push by penning East View’s Kyle Schwartz at 1:27 of his first-rounder, then put Dripping Spring’s Riley Simpson’s shoulders on the mat at 2:55 in the semifinals, and put down Vandegrift’s Garrett Marumoto in the championship match at an even 4:00. “It was my best performance of the year,” Davis said. “I felt good. By the second takedown I knew I could win the (title) match. I had all the momentum.” Asked about regional, he answered, “Looking for first place.” In a competition that advanced the top four finishers in each of 14 weight classes to regional, Georgetown sophomore Luke Carlin (15-6) at 170 pounds and East View junior Alan Velasquez (13-5) at 285 finished as the runners-up in their divisions. Carlin pinned his first two opponents in an
elapsed time of 2:58 before being decisioned 8-1 by Vandegrift junior Aaron Peterson in the finals, while Velasquez advanced to the title match on a pin and a decision before being pinned in the finals by Pflugerville Connally sophomore Jeremiah Glenn at 1:06. Five other Eagles qualified for regional — sophomore Brandon Lee, third at 106; freshman Joseph Molina, fourth at 126; sophomore Qwynton Rudd, fourth at 138; junior Michael McDonald, fourth at 145; and senior Ethan Blankenship, fourth at 182. Junior Reese Pennell placed fifth at 132 and is the district’s alternate at that position. East View’s other two qualifiers are senior Trevor Rogers, fourth at 220; and sophomore Hanna Campbell, fourth in the girls 119 division. Campbell established GISD and East View records by being the first girl from the district and her school to advance to regional in wrestling. On the team front, the GHS health-hampered GHS boys finished fourth with 134.5 points behind Vandegrift (246), Vista Ridge (190) and San Marcos (139). East View was ninth in the 10-team field with 60 points. Georgetown’s chances to move up the team standings and the qualifiers list was stalled by health problems that took seniors Ben Purcell (illness) at 220, and Sam Purser (knee injury) at 285 out of competition early. Both finished sixth in
their weight classes. “The GHS wrestling team had a great showing at district with only three seniors,” coach Randall Madsen said. “Seven qualifiers and one alternate is a real accomplishment, and it could have easily been nine qualifiers if two seniors would not have been injured and pulled from the tournament. It is going to be an exciting week of preparation leading to the regional tournament.” Madsen, in his first season at Georgetown, also was happy with his junior varsity’s performance on Friday. The Vipers’ program is directed by former GHS coach Paul Muck. “The JV team placed second today with many great performances,” Madsen said. “Considering the youth of our team, GHS has a very bright future.” At East View, coach Don Wise saw Thursday’s results as the start of a building process. “We’ve got a bunch of young wrestlers,” Wise said. “Many have just been wrestling for nine weeks. I am proud of the one girl and two guys who qualified for regional. Our kids wrestled their hearts out today. It’s a good foundation for rebuilding the program. With freshmen, sophomores and a couple juniors, we’re looking to the future.” Vista Ridge outscored Connally, 98-92 for the girls title. Campell’s fourth place gave the Patriots eight points as sixth in the standings.
DISTRICT 13-5A Wrestling Results 13-5A WRESTLING TOURNAMENT At Vandegrift BOYS VARSITY Team standings -- Vandegrift 246, Vista Ridge 190, San Marcos 139, Georgetown 134.5, Leander 126, Dripping Springs 120; Cedar Park 109, Pflugerville Connally 77, East View 60, Hutto 36. Outstanding wrestler: Luke Hodsden, Dripping Springs, 182. 106 First round: Brandon Lee, GHS, dec. Seth Cuevas, SM, 7-6. Semifinals: John Geiger, Leander, pin Lee, 1:15. Consolation semifinals: Lee dec. Adam Flores, DS, 10-5. Third place: Lee dec. James Clarkson, Van., 5-3. Championship: Geiger, def. James Chapman, VR, 8-0 (major decision). 113 First round: Marquel Johnson, Connally, pin Michael Guerrero, EV, 2:41. Consolation first round: Guerrero pin Vincent Garcia, Leander, 1:20. Consolation semifinals: Steven McFeely, Hutto, dec. Guerrero, 9-4. Fifth place: Guerrero dec. Zachary Atwood, Van., 10-3. Third place: Will Corona, DS, pin McFeely, 2:41. Championship: Brandon Toboada, VR, pin Johnson, 1:47. 120 No GISD Entries. Third place: Cooper Gamblin, VR, dec. Ricky Smith, Leander, 6-4. Championship: Jon Banda, SM, pin Grant Riddle, Van., 0:40. 126 First round: Bayne McCravey, EV, pin Nick Hammond, DS, na; Joseph Molina, GHS, bye. Quarterfinals: Jacob Garza, CP, pin McCravy, na; Connor Logeman, Van., pin Molina, na. Consolation second round: Molina pin Hammond, na.; McCravy, bye. Consolation quarterfinals: Molina pin Austin Siegler, Leander, na.; Jody Adams, Hutto,dec. McCravy, 13-9. Consolation semifinals: Molina pin Kajahmed Green, VR, 2:05. Third place: Logeman pin Molina, 2:03. Championship: Josh Banda, SM, dec. Garza, 6-4 (SV-1). 132 First round: Landon Navarro, EV, pin Quinten Ressing, CP, na.; Reese Pennell, GHS, bye. Quarterfinals: Christian Presley, VR, pin Navarro, na.; Michael Ford, Van., pin Pennell, na. Consolation second round: Pennell, bye; Navarro pin Kaleb Lindsey, Hutto, na. Consolation quarterfinals: Pennell pen Ressing, na.; Daniel Torres, SM, dec. Navarro, 8-7. Consolation semifinals: Benjamin
Owens, DS, pin Pennell, 2:05. Fifth place: Pennell, dec. Torres, 2-0; Third place: Lance Reed, Leander, pin Owens, 0:49. Championship: Presley, VR, dec. Ford, 9-5. 138 First round: Qwynton Rudd, GHS, pin Andrew Deland, VR, 3:43. Semifinals: Riley Jacops, Van., pin Ridd, 1:42. Consolation semifinals: Rudd pin Mark Bundage, Connally, 3:33. Third place: Keith Laue, SM, dec Rudd, 10-2 (major decision). Championship: Jacops dec. Mason Vidrine, CP, 13-5 (major decision). 145 First round: Michael McDonald, GHS, bye; Semifinals: Charlie Boatman, VR, pin McDonald, 0:21; Consolation semifinals: McDonald pin Dylan Wyatt, Leander, 0:26. Third place: Logan Lee, Van., pin McDonald, 2:11. Championship: Boatman dec. Jerrod McMillian, San Marcos, 10-0 (major decision). 152 First round: Ryland Kinard, DS, dec. Mathew Pousson, EV, 9-2; Gabriel Lensing, CP, pin William Bryan, GHS, 1:39. Consolation quarterfinals: Pousson, bye; Gabriel Warren, Leander, pin Bryan, 3:44. Third place: Kinard dec. Damero Bowatring, VR, 11-0 (major decision). Championship: Adam Wachnin, Van., pin Lensing, 1:53. 160 First round: Seth Davis, GHS, pin Kyle Schwartz, EV, 1:27. Semifinal: Davis pin Riley Simpson, DS, 2:55. Consolation quarterfinals: Schwartz pin Alonzo Marshall, 2:20. Consolation semifinals: Isaiah Wood, Leander, dec. Schwartz, 9-3. Fifth place: Oliver Marx, VR, pin Schwartz, 0:35. Third place: Wood dec. Simpson, 3-2. Championship: Davis pin Garrett Marumoto, SM, 4:00. 170 First round: Aaron Peterson, Van., pin Seth Satterwhite, EV, 0:48; Luke Carlin, GHS, pin Ethan Zavala, Connally, 0:19. Consolation quarterfinals: Levi Bell, CP, pin Satterwhite, 1:20. Semifinals: Carlin pin Tate Lewis, DS, 2:39. Third place: Robert Marchan, SM, dec. Bell, 7-4. Championship: Peterson dec. Carlin, 8-1. 182 First round: Frankie Keim, EV, bye; Ethan Blankenship, GHS, bye. Quarterfinals: Luke Hodsden, DS, pin Keim, na; Blankenship dec. Edward McDonald, Connally, TF-1.5
(17-1). Consolation quarterfinals: Brandon Mack, Hutto, pin Keim, 0:36. Semifinals: Kelby Davis, VR, pin Blankenship, 4:41. Consolation semifinals: Blankenship dec. Mack, 8-1. Third place: James Purvis, Van., pin Blankenship, 1:31. Championship: Hodsden pin Davis, 3:05. 195 First round: Gavin Nelson, Van., pin Joe Cantu, GHS, 1:32. Consolation quarterfinals: Syrus Atkinson, Connally, pin Cantu, 2:59. Third place: Nelson dec. Clayton Jetton, 7-3. Championship: Tyler Young, Leander, pin Jonathan Moreno, San Marcos, 5:04. 220 First round: Tanner Rogers, EV, def. Miles Farris, DS, DQ; Ben Purcell pin Juan Diaz, Connally, 5:52. Semifinals: Judge Zaragoza, Van., pin Rogers, 3:05; Zeke Garcia, Leander, def. Purcell, forfeit (illness). Consolation semifinals: Jesiah Clow, CP, def. Purcell, M. forfeit (illness); Rogers, EV, pin Dsean Neal, SM, 2:17. Fifth place: Neal def. Purcell, forfeit (illness). Third place: Clow dec. Rogers, 7-2. Championship: Zaragoza dec. Garcia, 4-1. 285 First round: Alan Velazquez, EV, pin Jeremy Kracy, 1:21; Sam Purser, GHS, pin Christian Boyd, VR, 0:56. Semifinals: Velazquez dec. Aleksander Nordin, Van ., 7-3; Jeremiah Glenn, Connally, def. Purser, forfeit (injury). Consolation semifinals: Nathan Sloey, CP, def. Purser, forfeit (injury). Fifth place: Nordin def. Purser, forfeit (injury). Third place: Boyd dec. Sloey, 4-2. Championship: Glenn pin Velazquez, 1:06. BOYS JV Team standings: Vandegrift 165, Georgetown 74.6; Vista Ridge 59; Dripping Springs 58; Hutto 49, Cedar Park 47, San Marcos 34, East View 29, Leander 29. GHS placings: 106 -- Carson Pottenger, first. 132 -- Ibraheem Bouadi, third. 138 -- Christopher Branham, second. 145 -- James Sparkman, third. 170 -- Tyler Springer, third; Audie Heaton, fifth. 285 -- Talon Zaro, second; Kyle Carthel, third; Jameson White, fifth. GIRLS Varsity Team standings --Vista Ridge 98, Connally 92, San Marcos 68, Hutto 24, Cedar Park 18, East View 8. EV placing: 119 -- Hanna Campbell, fourth.
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Patriot Girls Down Georgetown, 3-2 By Taylor Wiseman
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The Lady Eagles and Lady Patriots came away with their first wins of the District 25-5A season this past week. Georgetown’s district record is now 1-1-2 while East View sits at 1-3-0. The Lady Eagles took home a 3-0 win against Marble Falls on Tuesday while the Lady Patriots fell 1-0 to Dripping Springs. On Friday, the crosstown rivals met at GISD Athletic Complex and finished the game 3-2 with East View garnering it’s first-ever win against Georgetown. Both teams are back in action this week. East View took on Leander at home on Tuesday and travels to Cedar Park on Friday. Georgetown headed to Vista Ridge on Tuesday and hosts Dripping Springs on Friday. On Tuesday, Feb. 16, the Lady Eagles go to Vandegrift and the Patriots entertain Marble Falls. All games are set to start at 7:15 p.m. On Friday, both GISD rivals brought pressure up top making East View’s Misty Gonzales and Georgetown’s Katrina Buck work hard for their teams in goal.
Bailey Aleman provided the assist for the game-winning goal in East View’s 3-2 upset victory over the Lady Eagles. Photo: Russell Rinn Gonzales made a key save with 29 minutes and 30 seconds left on the board in the first half. Buck came up big for Georgetown just minutes later when East View had a free
kick and three corners in a row. With 6:41 left on the board East View’s Macy Johnson found the back of the net off an assist from Michaela Myhre. East
View went into halftime with a 1-0 lead. Ford answered with a goal for GHS early in the second half to tie the game at 1-1. Lugo had the assist off a corner. The
game remained deadlocked until 18:32 was left in the second half. East View’s Taylor Marques found Alyssa Vasquez on a corner to go ahead 2-1. Georgetown wasn’t going to give up that easy, within five minutes of East View scoring the Lady Eagles tied the game at 2-2. Ford sent a corner in to the box and Sorensen found a way to get her head on the ball and put it in the back of the net. The crowd became anxious as the clock dwindled down. The tension began to grow throughout the stadium. Both teams were battling for the chance to take home the win. With 5:40 left on the clock, East View’s Bailey Aleman found Myhre at the top of the box. Myhre sent a shot just over Buck’s hand to put the Lady Patriots up 3-2. “I was in shock at first. I just kind of stood there and then everyone started screaming,” Myhre said on scoring the game-winning goal. “I was like, ‘oh, that was me; oh that went in; oh gosh, we’re winning now.’” East View fought to keep the lead while Georgetown looked for the equalizer. The Patriots were able to hold off the Lady Eagles
and earn their first win against the crosstown rival. “It was a great game. I enjoyed it, losing. Jim really enjoyed it, winning. The referees enjoyed it. And I think most of the fans enjoyed it,” GHS coach Sam McCutchen said. East View and Georgetown meet again on March 1 at East View. At Marble Falls on Tuesday, the Lady Eagles came together to put three goals on the board in the second half. Senior Payton Nunez got the ball rolling when she scored off an assist from Camryn Sorensen. Junior Kayla Fithian added two goals with assists from Baylee Ford and Brandi Lugo. “We held them scoreless, the defense was very, very strong. I don’t think they had but one shot on goal,” McCutchen said. Senior Amy Lucroy was back on the field for the Lady Eagles for the first time in district play. East View hosted Dripping Springs on Tuesday and fell 1-0. The Lady Tigers scored with just over 10 minutes left in the second half and the Lady Patriots were unable to answer.
Eagles Rebound To Tie Patriots Georgetown, playing a man short over the final 30 minutes, came from behind to tie defending champion East View this past Friday night on the Patriots’ turf. Friday’s result leaves the Eagles and Patriots tied with 1-1-2 record with five points after the first four of 14 playing dates in the District 25-5A race. East View jumped to a 2-0 lead with a pair of goals during the middle stretches of the first half by freshman Beto Avila and junior Ronnie Guerrero. Georgetown cut the lead to 2-1 with approximately 16 minutes to go. Junior Brian Soto-Mendez scored the first goal on a ball crossed into the middle by junior Cristofer Ramirez. With 2:52 left junior Addison Stout scored the tying goal off an assist by Soto-Mendez. “With over 30 minutes left in the game, we had a player ejected,” GHS coach Wes Kidd said. “We were playing a man down and down 2 goals. “I’m extremely happy the fight the guys showed in the game. It would have been very easy to shut it down, down a man and 2 goals, but they boys kept working. The first half East View had the upper hand. They controlled the game. We played a lot better in the second half and did not lose hope.” Both East View and Georgetown found Hill Country teams inhospitable this past Tuesday night. The Patriots dropped a 1-0 decision to Dripping
Springs, while the Eagles fell 3-1 to Marble Falls. The loss was East View’s first in its two seasons in 25-5A. “They scored a goal with two minutes remaining and won,” East View coach Frank Litterst said. “We had a million chances, but just could finish and it came back to bite us.” In the loss to Marble Falls, junior Christian Soto-Mendez scored off an assist by brother Brian Soto-Mendez within the first 90 seconds of the game. Brian played a ball over the defense to Christian who was able to play it over the keeper for the goal. About 1 ½ minutes later Marble Falls scored from a cross and added its second goal with two minutes left
Patriot Miuller Avila heads upfield Friday night against the Eagles. Georgetown and East View tied 2-2. Photo: Russell Rinn
to go in the half on a direct free kick. The Mustangs scored their third goal with about 10 minutes left in the game on a corner kick. “It was game that we had our chances in the first half to take a commanding lead, but we were not able to convert any of those chances,” Kidd said. “The goal they scored right before half hurt us.” Georgetown played Vista Ridge on Tuesday, goes to Dripping Springs on Friday and returns home to face Vandegrift on Tuesday, Feb. 9. East View plays at Leander on Tuesday; entertains Cedar Park on Friday; and goes to Marble Falls on Tuesday, Feb. 9. All District 25-5A games begin at 7:15 p.m.
Georgetown’s Cole Elston battles at the net as East View’s Matt Honshtein defends in goal. Photo: Russell Rinn
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Hartsell Qualifies For State Swimming Georgetown junior Rehgan Hartsell claimed the 100-yard breaststroke title Saturday at the Region UY5A Swimming and Diving Meet this past Saturday at the Texas A&M Student Recreation Center Natatorium in College Stadium. In winning by one second over runner-up Lauren Patridge of Cedar Park with a time of one minute, 4.95 seconds, Hartsell qualified for the UIL State Swimming and Diving Meet on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 19-20, at the Lee and Joe Jamail Texas Swim Center on the University of Texas campus in Austin. The top finisher in each of the 24 regional events automatically qualified for the state meet, while the next eight best performances from the eight regions also are invited to Austin. The additional call-ups in each event were expected to be made early this week. Hartsell, who placed fourth in the event last year at state, dominated Friday’s prelims by 1.86 seconds with a 1:042.7, against besting Patridge. Two Georgetown boys finished second and could be in line for a call-up pending performances in the other regions Freshman Greyson Alarcon was the runner-up in the 500 free with a 4:44.55, finishing behind a 4:42.87 by Magnolia West’s Chase Seal. Alarcon was the top qualifier in the prelims with a 4:51.10. His sophomore teammate Connor Lancaster was second in the 100 free with a 48.64 behind a 47 flat by Vandegrift junior John Winkler. Lancaster and Winkler also went 1-2 in the prelims with times of
46.87 and 48.72, respectively. Coach Tim Pukys also had two relays finish near the top of the standings. The girls’ 200 medley relay of junior Hannah Ignacio, Hartsell, senior Rylan Slocum and freshman Cierra Scully placed second with a 1:52.11 behind a 1:49.00 by Cedar Park. The boys 200 medley relay foursome of Alarcon, sophomore Jackson Zenisek, senior Jack Whewell and Lancaster was third with a 1:42.49 behind College Station A&M Consolidated (1:37.04) and Vandegrift (1:37.40). Georgetown finished third in the boys’ standings with 203 points behind Vandegrift, 409 points, and College Station A&M Consolidated, 312 points. The GHS girls placed sixth with 147 points. Vandegrift edge district rival Cedar Park, 308-283, for the girls’ crown. East View’s top showing came from sophomore Emily Parks, who was fourth in the 200 free and fifth in the 500 free. Hartsell and Alarcon also placed fourth in their other individual event – the 200 individual medley and the 100 back, respectively.
REGION V-5A SWIMMING MEET At College Station (First place, Georgetown scorers) (All distances in yards) GIRLS DIVISION TISCA Awards Swimmer of Meet: Julia Cook, Bryan. Diver of the Meet: Kaley Batten, Willis. Swimming Coach of Year: Dean Lackey, Cedar Park. Diving Coach of Year: Dana
Fossmo, Willis. Team standings (20 scoring teams) – Vandegrift 308, Cedar Park 283, Magnolia 242, Magnolia West 226, College Station A&M Consolidated 214, Georgetown 147, Leander 143, Tomball Memorial 118; Vista Ridge 87, Bryan 78, East View 76 (20. Gateway 7). Girls individual scoring (power points, top 15) – 1. Cook, Bryan, 313; 8. Rehgan Hartsell, GHS, 250; 15. Emilie Parks, EV, 238. 200 medley relay – 1. Cedar Park 1:49.00; 2. GHS (Hanna Ignacio, Hartsell, Rylan Slocum, Cierra Scully), 1:52.11; 6. EV (Lauren Glenn, Elizabeth Bissonett, Parks, Maddy Davis), 1:58.23 (Gateway failed to qualify for finals). 200 free – 1. Joy Field, Magnolia, 1:49.94; 4. Parks, EV, 1:54.79; 11. Glenn, EV, 2:02.20. 200 IM – Jessica Peng, A&M Consolidated, 2:06.97; 4. Hartsell, GHS, 2:11.14 (Emily Gillispie, GHS, and Maya Madern, Gateway, failed to qualify for finals). 50 free – 1. Cook, Bryan, 22.79; 10. Scully, EV, 25.66; 14. Davis, EV, 26.63; 16. Grace Innis, GHS, 26.95 (Bissonett, EV, and Kate Chaney, Gateway, failed to qualify for finals). 1-meter diving – 1. Batten, Willis, 411.85. 100 butterfly – 1. Victoria Sananikone, Cedar Park, 56.74; 12. Slocum, GHS, 1:03.30; 16. Chaney, Gateway, 1:08.20 (Julia Morales, GHS, and Amy Solheim, GHS, failed to qualify for finals). 100 free – 1. Cook, Bryan, 49.49; 11. Scully, GHS, 55.82; 14. Ignacio, GHS, 57.28 (Davis, EV, failed to qualify for finals). 500 free – 1. Field, Magnolia, 4:46.70; 5. Parks, EV, 5:11.38; 9. Glenn, EV, 5:26.50 (Slocum, GHS, failed to qualify for finals). 200 free relay – 1. A&M Consolidated, 1:38.00; 8. GHS (Scully, Innis, Ignacio, Hartsell), 1:44.95 (EV DQ’d in prelims). 100 backstroke – 1. Sarah Cano, Leander, 58.88; 9. Ignacio, GHS, 1:01.92 (Innis, GHS, and Sarah Walters, GHS, failed to qualify for finals). 200 breaststroke – 1. Hartsell, GHS, 1:04.95; 8. Gillispie, GHS,
1:12.03; 14. Bissonett, EV, 1:17.73; 15. Corine Pukys, GHS, 1:19.88. 400 free relay – 1. A&M Consolidated, 3:33.49; 12. GHS (Gillispie, Morales, Olivia Hesse, Innis), 4:02.62; 14. Gateway (Madern, Jacqulynn Anderson, Natalia Meixsell, Chaney), 4:12.44. BOYS DIVISION Swimmer of the Meet: Hudson Smith, Brenham. Diver of the Meet: Brandon Johnson, Magnolia. Boys Swimming Coach of the Year: Jeff Clayton, Brenham. Boys Diving Coach of the Year: Rick Mills, Magnolia. Team standings (20 scoring schools) – Vandegrift 409, A&M Consolidated 312, Georgetown 203, Brenham 169, Magnolia 142, Tomball Memorial 129, Bryan 126, Austin LBJ 125, Magnolia 120, Cedar Park 115, Leander 113, Temple 84 (13. Gateway 46; 17. East View 16). Boys individual scoring (power points, top 15) – 1. Smith, Brenham, 290; 7. Greyson Alarcon, GHS, 243; 14. Connor Lancaster, GHS, 224. 200 medley relay – 1. A&M Consolidated, 1:37.04; 3. GHS (Alarcon, Jackson Zenisek, Jack Whewell, Lancaster), 1:42.49;
9. Gateway (Patrick Huddleson, Trent Culbertson, Jordan Hillegass, Noah Brinegar), 1:50.82; 13. EV (John Pugh, Tiger Koster, Mark Galloway, Daniel Rowe), 1:52.03. 200 free – 1. John Winkler, Vandegrift, 1:42.69; 6. Zenisek, GHS, 1:48.72; 10. Culbertson, Gateway, 1:50.33 (Pugh, EV, and Rowe, EV, failed to qualify for finals). 200 IM – 1. Smith, Brenham, 1:50.65; 6. Will Corona, GHS, 2:03.28 (Cameron Cardenas, EV, John McLaughlin, GHS; and Jentzen Hartsell, GHS, failed to qualify for finals). 50 free – 1. Andrew Pickard, Vandegrift, 21.71; 7. Lancaster, GHS, 22.71; 14. Marc True, GHS, 24.20 (Tristan Britz, EV, Jonathan Estrada, GHS, and Galloway, EV, failed to qualify for finals). 1-meter diving – 1. Brandon Johnson, Magnolia, 407.85. 100 butterfly – 1. Peter Simmons, A&M Consolidated, 50.91; 4. Alarcon, GHS, 62.67; 12. Whewell, GHS, 56.33 (Hillegass, Gateway, failed to qualify for final). 100 free – 1. Winkler, Vandegrift, 47.00; 2. Lancaster, GHS, 48.64; 11. Zenisek, GHS, 50.37 (Britz, EV, Max Thompson, GHS, and
Zachary Anderson, Gateway, failed to qualify for finals). 500 free – 1. Chase Seal, Magnolia West, 4:42.87; 2. Alarcon, GHS, 4:44.55; 15. Pugh, EV, 5:15.84 (Rowe, EV, and Corey O’Brien, Gateway, failed to qualify for finals). 200 free relay – 1. Vandegrift, 1:26.18; 4. GHS (Alarcon, Zenisek, True, Lancaster), 1:32.11; 13. EV (Rowe, Galloway, Britz, Pugh), 1:38.58 (Gateway failed to qualify for finals). 100 backstroke – 1. Simmons, A&M Consolidated, 50.58; 11. Whewell, GHS, 57.99; 13. True, GHS, 59.55; 16. Hillegass, Gateway, 1:04.43 (Hudlesson, Gateway, failed to qualify for finals). 100 breaststroke – 1. Smith, Brenham, 56.72; 7. Culberson, Gateway, 1:04.17; 8. Corona, GHS, 1:05.02; 10. McLaughlin, GHS, 1:05.63 (Koster, EV, and Brinegar, EV, failed to qualify for the finals). 400 free relay – 1. A&M Consolidated, 3:14.82; 11. GHS (Whewell, True, Thompson, Corona), 3:35.41; 13. Gateway (Huddleson, Brinegar, Hillegass, Culbertson) 3:38.47; 14. EV (Koster, Cardenas, Britz, Blake Garcia), 3:43.09.
Three Georgetown High School football players made their college decisions public this last week. Jo’Vonta Grimble (center) signed with Navarro College in Corsicana, and Hunter Creasey (second from left) and Cole Northcutt (second from right) announced that they would attend NCAA Division III Hardin-Simmons in the fall. The players are flanked by GHS head coach Jason Dean (left) and GISD athletics director Todd York. Player profiles and interviews will be featured in an upcoming edition of SportsTX.com.
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Georgetown senior first baseman/ pitcher Brady Childress (6-foot, 195 pounds) has signed to continue his baseball career at McLennan College in Waco. He plans to study business or construction science. THE RESUME: Childress was a second-team All-District 25-5A selection at first base as a junior for the Class 5A state runners-up. COACH ADAM FOSTER SAYS: “Very proud of Brady and his accomplishments. We are excited about what Brady will do for us this season and can’t wait to see what the rest of his career brings!” THE CHILDRESS FILE: Why did you pick McLennan? “I choose McLennan for the coaching staff, it’s tradition, and they have great facilities. They finished second in the JUCO World Series last year and they have a good history of developing players and sending them all over the country.” How do they plan to use your talents? “I will be able to compete for a lot of playing time my first year. I will be competing for a starting job the second I step on campus. The coaches told me that they have big plans for me my first year and, if I prove I can compete, I will get a lot of playing time. What do you feel you will add to the school’s program? “I plan on leading by example and giving 110 percent effort in everything I do. I will not accept anything less from my teammates.” How would you describe yourself as an athlete? “When it’s time to play, I go all out and do not hold back. One of our core covenants is to be a relentless competitor and I try to be one every time I step onto the field.” What motivates you? “Getting to the state championship last year and coming up short. Our goal is to get back to the state tournament
and be the last team standing.” In what areas do you feel you have to improve for the next level? “I need to improve on my ability to be coached. At the next level if you can’t do what the coach is asking of you, they will get rid of you.” How has your GISD program prepared you for the next level? “Coach Foster and the other coaches have prepared me for the next level by running our program like a college program. The transition from this level to the next won’t be very difficult. It should be a smooth transition.” What has been the highlight of your career to date? “The highlight of my career to date has to be pitching in the state championship game at Dell Diamond in front of 8,000-plus people and the bond and love I have formed with my former and current teammates. What are your long-range goals both personally and athletically? “I want to go from McLennan to Texas A&M and play for coach Rob Childress. I then want to graduate from there and earn my Aggie ring.” Who have been the most important people in your development? “All my coaches from 7th grade until now have been the most important in my development of being the player I am now. My family and teammates who supported me through all the years have been a big part of my career up to this point.” What makes you the person you are (your passions, interests, etc.)? “I love to hunt and fish on the weekends when I’m not playing baseball. I also like to watch sports on TV.” Is there anything else you would like to say? “Thank you to Eagle nation for all the support you give our program, we wouldn’t be the program we are without your support and generosity!”
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Southwestern Men Surge In SCAC Basketball Race The Southwestern men bested Schreiner, 92-89, this past Friday and Trinity, 72-66, on Saturday to improve to 7-4 in Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference action and 10-12 for the season. The Pirates will be hoping to continue their climb in the standings this coming weekend when they play at Austin College at 6 p.m. Friday and at Dallas at 4 p.m. Saturday. Trinity was hot early offensively and took a lead it wouldn’t relinquish the rest of the first half sending SU into the locker room down 36-30. The Pirates started the second half on a 12-6 run to tie the game at 42-42 with 16 minutes remaining and took the lead two minutes later on a 3-pointer by Karrey Sanders. Ben Stiver’s try just before the shot clock expired and with 12 seconds left on the clock locked the win for Southwestern. Chris Molina scored 16 points for the Pirates, and Ryan Ogden added 13 points and eight rebounds. Chris Lee and Zachary Whitlock each scored 11 points for SU. After leading by as many as 18 in the second half, the Pirates held on to edge Schreiner. SU was hot early, shooting 75 percent from 3-point range through the first six minutes to mount a 16-4 lead. After a brief run by Schreiner that brought the Mountaineers within 8 with under two minutes to play, the Pirates got hot again and led by 14 at the half, 45-31. Schreiner pushed back and cut SU’s lead to 58-54 with 11:30 remaining in the second half and took the lead for the first time, 61-60, on a trey by Dustin Bercutt with under 10 minutes to play. A perfectly executed play out of a timeout put, Lee wide open at the top of the key. He nailed the shot as the clock ticked under
a minute, putting Southwestern up, 83-79. SU was near-perfect from the free throw line down the stretch to seal the win. Ogden scored 25 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Four other Pirates scored in double figures —Molina, 15 points; Benjamin Stiver, 12 points; Whitlock, 12 points, and Lee, 10 points. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL: Southwestern dropped a pair of home games this past weekend to fall to 4-7 in the SCAC and 7-15 on the season. They lost to Schreiner, 69-55, on Friday and Trinity, 66-57, on Saturday. The Pirates will try to right themselves this weekend when they play Austin College at 8 p.m. Friday and Dallas at 6 p.m. Saturday. Despite outscoring Trinity 25-15 in the fourth quarter, SU found the deficit too large to overcome. Even with 60 percent shooting from 3-point range and 58.3 percent from the floor in the first quarter, Southwestern trailed 23-18. SU went ice cold in the second quarter and were held without a field goal and just one point to trail 36-19 at the break. The Pirates slowly chipped away and pulled within 8 points, 57-49, with four minutes remaining, but were unable to come back as time ran out. Olivia Podaras and Audrey Garcia led SU with 20 points each. In Friday’s contest, Schreiner started strong and took an early lead that lasted throughout the first quarter as SU trailed 14-12. By halftime Schreiner had extended its lead to 30-24. Despite runs in the second half, the Pirates were unable to get the big stop they needed defensively as the Mountaineers stayed just out of reach. Garcia, Madison Edwards and Podaras scored
16, 14 and 13 points, respectively for SU. Edwards also chipped in 12 rebounds. BASEBALL: The SU baseball team got off to a slow start this past weekend, dropping all three games in the in the Firehouse Classic in Montgomery, Ala. They fell to Huntingdon, 7-2; Randolph-Macon, 6-0; and Millsaps, 11-7. The Pirates will play four games in the Central Texas Tournament this weekend. They face Whitworth at 6 p.m. Friday, Pacific (Ore.) at 2:30 p.m. Saturday; Emory at 6 p.m. Saturday and Piedmont at 11 a.m. Sunday. LACROSSE: The SU men opened the year with a thrilling 8-7 come-from-behind win over rival Hendrix College Saturday in overtime. Austin Fox scored the game-winning goal with just over a minute having been played in overtime. The Pirates men will return to action with a pair of home matches this coming weekend. They play Rhodes at 4 p.m. Friday and Huntingdon at noon Sunday. The SU women open their season at 6 p.m. Saturday at home against the University of Dallas. TENNIS: St. Edward’s got the Pirates tennis season off to a rocky start this past Saturday as the Hilltoppers claimed a 8-1 victory over the SU men and a 7-2 decision over the SU women. The Pirates men and women will continue their seasons Saturday when they play Austin College at 10 a.m. in Sherman, and Texas-Dallas at 4 p.m. Saturday in Richardson. SOFTBALL: SU, 2-0 on the season after sweeping a doubleheader from Southwestern Assemblies of God last weekend, returned to action Tuesday when it plays a twinbill with Hardin-Simmons in Abilene.
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BRANDY HALLFORD: THE EXPERIENCED CONSERVATIVE FOR JUDGE EXPERIENCE: 19 years of extensive law practice in criminal, juvenile, family and civil law
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Republican leaders and law enforcement agree: We need family law specialist Terence Davis to hear family law cases Terence Davis is the Choice of Republican Leaders and Law Enforcement Endorsed by the Round Rock Police Association
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As of the first of the year, the 395th District Court will exclusively hear family law cases. We need a judge who has the proven experience and conservative values it takes to keep our families safe.
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Homeland Protection H Serves as Chairman of the House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee H Strongly opposes Obama’s unlawful executive amnesty H Working to stop the flow of illegal immigrants into U.S. H Required the President to maintain the largest operational force levels in history on our borders. H Filed legislation to crack down on human traffickers
Jobs & the Budget H Voted more than 60 times to repeal, defund and dismantle Obamacare to lower healthcare costs H Supported $5.5 trillion in spending cuts without raising taxes H Worked with GOP House to cut $165B in discretionary spending H Working to expand U.S. energy sector jobs and manufacturing H Advocates a simpler, flatter tax code to bring jobs home
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Working For You Fiscally Conservative • Led a measure to pay an additional $10M of debt saving taxpayers approximately $5M in interest • Worked to keep spending under control & voted to lower tax rate • AAA bond rating maintained saving your tax dollars
Safety • Worked to locate County EMS in Florence, Jarrell and Weir & increase coverage in other areas of the county • Supported competitive compensation for law enforcement retaining highly trained personnel • Continues to collaborate with various state and local entities to address mental health issues
Conservative Leadership • Supporting our Veterans & their families by addressing issues through Hero’s Night Out including housing & job search, Peer Mentoring and the Williamson County Veterans Treatment Court.
Infrastructure • Completed IH-35 northbound frontage roads • Completed Williams Dr. expansion from DB Wood/Shell Rd. to Ronald Regan Blvd. • Completed safety improvements to SH 29 - adding deceleration lanes at Jack Nickalus and Park Place • Completed CR 245 realignment at Williams Dr. • Partnered with TxDOT on the expansion of SH 195 • Underway on plans for SH 29 Bypass from FM 2243 to IH-35 • Underway on plans for intersection improvements at DB Woods at SH 29 • Underway on plans for safety improvements on SH 29 - adding a deceleration lane at Cedar Hollow • Underway on plans for safety improvements on FM 2243 - adding a deceleration lane at Escalera Pkwy • Underway on plans to expand and realign CR 111
“It is an honor to serve you as Williamson County Commissioner, Precinct 3, and I humbly ask for your vote and support in the Republican Primary.”
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In the race for District Attorney, who do you trust holding the keys to our justice system? PD POL ADV BY JANA DUTY CAMPAIGN
Shawn Dick is a Criminal Defense Attorney
Jana Duty is our Tough District Attorney Since taking office in 2013, District Attorney Jana Duty has aggressively prosecuted criminals to make Williamson County safer and stronger.
Defended 1386 criminal cases, including well over 500 felony charges in Williamson County Contributing author of the book “Strategies for Defending Gang Crimes” (2013)
Prosecutions are up.
Seven tax liens have been filed against Dick and his wife every year between 2008 and 2014 in both Blanco and Williamson Counties. These liens total over $235,000.00 in unpaid taxes still owed to the federal government.
98% conviction rate in trials. 1 death sentence, 2 life sentences, and 996 years of confinement. Four cold case murders indicted: two guilty verdicts, two awaiting trial.
We can't trust a man who protects violent criminals to protect our families at the D.A.’s office.
In the March 1 Republican Primary, who will you trust with the keys to our justice system?
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I will be accessible to you and will develop a professional, well trained, and service minded department I will keep our streets and neighborhoods safe by aggressively pursuing criminals and drunk drivers I will protect the rights of every citizen provided them under the law and the constitution I will ensure the department is structured to provide the best service while operating effectively and efficiently I will lead the effort, in cooperation with local agencies, for rapid response to active shooter or terrorist-type attacks Political Ad Paid for by Randy Elliston for Sheriff Campaign
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Laura Barker is our tough-on-crime, conservative choice for Judge Past president, Williamson County Bar Association Respected attorney in private practice in Williamson County for 13 years Experience handling thousands of cases in civil, juvenile, and criminal law Co-founder of the Women Lawyer's Section of the Bar which supports Adoption Day, Coat Drives for Kids, and Donation Drives for Hope Alliance Member, Williamson County Republican Women As Judge, Laura Barker will... Strictly uphold the law as written and be a model of fairness and integrity - Remain tough on crime - Defend the Constitution and religious freedom
"As PANTONE the 484 wife PANTONE of a316Detective at the Leander Police Department, I understand the important role our courts play in keeping criminals off the streets. Our next County Court at Law Judge must be someone who will be tough on crime and protect the most vulnerable citizens of our community."
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POLITICAL SEASON - SPECIAL
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FEBRUARY 10, 2016 THE ADVOCATE
THE CONSERVATIVE CHOICE FOR DISTRICT 20
ABOUT TERRY:
ON THE ISSUES:
Colonel Terry Wilson retired from the U.S. Army after serving over 30 years, where he was a highly regarded senior leader within the Department of the Army, managing multi-billion dollar Military Defense Acquisition Programs. Shannon has worked 14 years within State University and Public School Systems.
- Stop Illegal Immigration - End Sanctuary Cities - Defend the 2nd Amendment - Protect the Unborn - Preserve Religious Liberty - Lower Our Taxes - Promote Education Reform - Reward Passionate and Successful Teachers
Terry has been married to his wife, Shannon, for 21 years and together they have two sons. They are members of First Baptist Church and he serves as an Assistant Scout Master.
Colonel Terry Wilson, U.S. Army - Retired 2015
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CONTINUED FROM SECTION A - PAGE 7 urge to use the bench to further a personal or political agenda. The ability to communicate with parties calmly and courteously, as well as the willingness to listen to and consider what is said on both sides is paramount. I believe I have the temperament to be the next judge of this court, as do my peers, who voted for me in a landslide in the Williamson County Bar Poll, law enforcement (endorsed by the Williamson County Deputies Association and Leander Law
Enforcement Association), and first responders (endorsed by the Leander Professional Firefighters Association). I would appreciate the support and vote of your readers as well.
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significant issues that continual growth presents.
1. What are three things that qualify you to be Commissioner. VALERIE COVEY: a. As a CPA, I have helped provide strong financial management which has allowed the County to achieve and maintain a AAA bond rating, which saves taxpayer dollars. I am trained to look for the most efficient methods of operation; I continually look for ways to keep the budget in check. In 2015, I led a measure to pay an additional $10M of debt that will save taxpayers approximately $5M in interest. b. I understand the importance of building and maintaining relationships so that the interests of Precinct 3 residents and Williamson County are heard. I have an established track record of working collaboratively with many entities, organizations, and individuals on items such as road projects, mental health, veteran services, the animal shelter and even salamanders. c. My experience and knowledge of the issues that I’ve acquired during my service as your Commissioner are extensive; however, I continue to learn as we strive to address
FITZPATRICK: Judicial disposition matters. It matters because lives matter. A judge renders decisions that not only impact the person before the bench but also future generations. I want to be the people’s judge of Williamson County. I am excited and
MATT HEATON: I am a Marine Corps Veteran with Meritorious Awards. I have the ability to lead from the front and the ability make to make logical and budgetary decisions for issues that are imminent as well those that require planning. I truly believe that there is not project too big that we can’t complete on time and under budget. As a Marine, I have been trained to do so much more with less. I am a Central Texas business owner with experience in finance, insurance, & sales. I have proven experience in working with individuals, businesses and governmental agencies in order to collaborate and close transactions. Managing people and budgets while forecasting for growth is what business owners do on a daily basis. We have to work within our means and meet goals in order to be successful. I provide a fresh voice and a new perspective that our County needs. 2. What is your specific vision for handing growth in Williamson County? COVEY: a. As growth in this wonderful county is inevita-
enthusiastic about this office. I want to bring new life to this court. However, I am also aware that with this job comes great responsibility because of the authority vested in this office. I do not take this lightly. It is an honor and privilege to serve as an elected official. The people have entrusted you to represent the county and to do so with grace and dignity. As a judge, even and calm temperament is crucial in order to render decisions that are balanced and fair. I
can love my job and walk into court happy but still render strong decisions and be firm in my decision making process. I envision that my enthusiasm and delight of sitting on the bench as a public servant along with a call for sternness when necessary will rule the day if I am elected.
ble (Approx. 70% in the last decade), we must continue to plan the infrastructure that will be needed. I am doing that through various projects in Precinct 3. Transportation is always a big issue. For example, we partnered with Georgetown to widen Williams Dr. from DB Wood/Shell Rd. to Ronald Reagan Blvd. Because of projects like Ronald Reagan Blvd and improvements on SH 195, residents have an alternative to the ever congested Williams Dr, but there is more work to be done. I continue to work with the City of Georgetown on alternative routes like the Southwest Bypass which will connect DB Wood Rd. to IH 35 at the Inner Loop. There are also plans for a bridge project over IH 35 at Northwest Blvd. to relieve traffic on Williams Dr.
County from the inside out. Planning for growth is great but growth is not guaranteed. Oil is less than $30 a barrel and the stock market just took another major dip. We need a contingency plan in effect if the 2 year bubble prediction is a reality. $1,000,000,000 is a big mortgage if you don’t have the growth to repay it.
HEATON: Williamson County is scheduled to double in population by 2023. We have spent $1,000,000,000 in taxpayer funds to prematurely pave the countryside. We need to focus on our local contractors and businesses to assist in developing Williamson County and not out-ofstate road companies that fund my opponent’s campaign. We need to build Williamson
HALLFORD: Individuals who come to court as a party to a lawsuit, witness, or victim generally are nervous and unsure about the process. A judge
3. Why should citizens elect you? COVEY: I have established myself as a conservative leader that understands the dynamics of a growing county. I hold true to my conservative principles by instituting fiscally responsible practices in my office and in the county at large. I maintain an open door policy with constituents, elected officials and the various cities and entities that I represent. I support the men and women of our armed forces by voting for measures that recognize their financial, physical and psychological needs. I am a devoted Christian, wife, and mother who wants to continue to make a difference. I am honored to serve you and ask for your vote. HEATON: I’ve been asked to run for the Precinct 3 position by local business leaders.
sets the tone for the court, and the best ones are those who treat people with respect. Judges have to make hard decisions daily. When people have been heard, treated with respect and the law has been followed, they are better able to accept the outcome. I am dedicated to bringing a respectful temperament to the bench. WATERMAN: A judge’s commitment to always remain courteous and calm in his
As a Central Texas native and local business owner, it appears as though, I have demonstrated the leadership qualities they expect of their elected officials. I am not here to pander to out of state road contractors that want to pave our county. I am here, as a Central Texas original, to keep the business of Williamson County within our boundaries. I’m a Veteran, a Christian and a true Texas conservative that will fight for the citizens of Williamson County and keep taxes low. 4. What are our most pressing needs for capital projects or infrastructure? COVEY: a. Planning for infrastructure needs is key to the successful development of Williamson County. We have created a transportation plan because it is smarter to buy right-of-way that is raw land instead of houses or businesses. We are coordinating these plans with the various cities in Precinct 3 and throughout the county. I am currently working on projects like the Southwest Bypass to relieve traffic on the west side of Georgetown and give alternative routes for Williams Dr, SH 29 at Wolf Ranch and Leander Rd. Some of my other key infrastructure
communications with all parties is of paramount importance. I have had the pleasure of presenting cases to a great number of judges who have profoundly influenced me by their commitment to the highest standards of professionalism. I intend for my conduct as a judge to be of the same caliber. I will always endeavor to treat people the way I would wish to be treated.
projects include intersection improvements at DB Wood & SH 29; bridge improvements at Ronald Reagan & IH 35 and CR 305 & IH 35; we are also planning for the expansion of CR 110 and CR 111 (from FM 1460 to SH 130). We have developed a countywide maintenance plan to maintain the infrastructure we have in place. Another critical piece of our infrastructure plan includes the addition of communication towers to enhance communication for law enforcement and emergency services. HEATON: Managing our $1,000,000,000 debt load • Road Maintenance – we’ve built the roads, now we need to maintain them. • Restoring the faith in our EMS employees and expanding their services to the West. • Jailer & Deputy pay increases and funding for a crime lab • Expanding our Veterans services • Affordable housing and bond programs for first-time home buyers • Much greater collaboration between the Precinct 3 municipalities and the County. Working together as a consolidated government rather than on our own.
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POLITICAL SEASON - SPECIAL FEBRUARY 10, 2016 THE ADVOCATE
ELECT
WILLIAMSON COUNTY · MARCH 1, 2016
I RESPECTFULLY ASK FOR YOUR VOTE Endorsed by: Senator Dr. Charles Schwertner • Representative Tony Dale Williamson County Attorney Dee Hobbs • Steve Fought • Jim Schwertner “The Sun City Grandmas” • Tony Trumps (Former Sheriff Candidate turned Endorser)
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