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City Campaigns Heating Up POLITICS NEVER SLEEPS p. A3

Left: Active political supporter and former GARW President Linda McDaniel attended the Kickoff Event for Council Member John Hesser in Sun City. Top: Thoma Hesser meets and greets visitors at the Cowan Creek pavilion March 18. Below: School Board Trustee Andy Webb with one of his revised campaign signs.

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whose lives have been saved by the rapid response times. He also invited several elected officials and candidates to his event in an effort to help Sun City friends and neighbors have the opportunity to get to know their public servants personally. “It’s just a service I’d like to provide when I can, so people feel like they have access to or a more personal relationship with our elected officials.” Supporters commented that Hesser’s sacrifices for his country and his community have more than earned him a second term. For his part, Hesser will continue to

from Williamson County to the White House, it is now time for city wide elections. About 75 guests attended a kickoff event for John Hesser’s re-election campaign for City Council District 3. Several elected officials, and many friends and neighbors from Sun City were on hand to hear about the Council’s accomplishments during Hesser’s first term, among them the change to city EMS service and his personal experience with individuals

look at transparency in the city’s finances and getting the best value for our tax dollars. There are also two positions open for the Georgetown ISD School Board. Andy Webb is running to reclaim his seat for Place 3, and is holding a kickoff fundraising event March 29 at Century 21 on the Square in Georgetown. City elections will take place May 7 with early voting every day except Sunday, April 25 to May 3. Visit Wilco.org/ CountyDepartments/Elections for more information and locations.

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Chinese Delegation Site-Searching in Georgetown

In a fortunate turn-around after Mayor Ross’ visit to China last year, Georgetown played host to a delegation of

business representatives visiting from various quadrants of mainland China, some of whom were looking at poten-

tial sites for new biotech and research facilities. Carolyn Holloway (far left) provided a tour of the city starting with lunch at Wildfire Grille on the Square and also took them to Sun City so they could see how a successful senior living community functions and benefits its residents. Georgetown’s reputation on the world stage has grown tremendously under the tenure of Mayor Dale Ross in the past 18 months, especially for a small town. The Mayor was recently interviewed on NPR in Canada, and was also featured in two European periodicals. “We can look forward to more of this kind of tourism in Georgetown. A green city in an oil state is big news everywhere in the world. It’s always a great day to be in Georgetown. People either live here or want to be here.”

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Election for Rain Barrell Council Dist 3 and Compost May 7 Bin Sale Georgetown voters in District 3 (Sun City) will elect their representative on the City Council in May. Incumbent John Hesser and Dwaine Boydstun are on the ballot for the District 3 election. April 7 is the last day to register to vote before the May election. Early in-person voting for District 3 is April 25 through May 3. Election Day is May 7. Incumbents Steve Fought in District 4 and Tommy Gonzalez in District 7 were unopposed in their respective races. A resolution to cancel the District 4 and District 7 elections was approved at the City Council meeting on March 8. To see early voting locations or vote center locations on Election Day, go to wilco.org/elections. To see maps of council districts, go to maps. georgetown.org/council-district-maps.

Noon Lions Club Pancake Breakfast

The Georgetown Noon Lions will be holding their annual pancake breakfast Saturday, April 9, at San Gabriel Park Community Center (445 E. Morrow St.). Breakfast will be from 7:30-10:30 a.m.; there will be door prizes. Menu includes pancakes, ham or sausage links, baked apples, and beverages. Your support will help fund the many Lions services to the community, including GISD scholarships, Early Childhood Vision Screening, Eyeglass Purchase and Recycling, Texas Lions Camp for Special Needs Children, Boys and Girls Club, The Caring Place, and other activities for children and youth. Cost: $7 adults, $4 kids 5-12. Special thanks to our 40+ ad donors, including those providing food items: Monument Café, Cotton Patch Café, Starbuck’s, H.E.B. Tickets/info: JoAnn at (808) 346-7981 or Paul at pasteinfort@gmail.com

Rain barrels and compost bins are for sale online through City of Georgetown Conservation Services. Rain barrels are available in a 50-gallon size for $69 or a 65-gallon size for $106. The deadline to order online is 11 p.m. on Sunday, March 27. Order a rain barrel or compost bin at RainBarrelProgram. org/Georgetown. City of Georgetown utility customers will be eligible for a $15 credit on your utility bill with an online rain barrel order. (One $15 credit is available per utility account.) When you order online, you will be given a link at the bottom of the order form for a rebate application. Fill out and submit the application and the amount will be credited to your City of Georgetown utility account after you pick up your rain barrel. Compost bins also are available for $65 each. (No credits available on compost bins.) Rain barrels or compost bins ordered by the March 27 deadline can be picked up on Saturday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Georgetown Municipal Complex, 300-1 Industrial Avenue. Rain barrels are made of 100-percent recycled plastic and are designed to collect water from a downspout. They have a childproof and bug-proof lid that keeps out mosquitoes and also feature a drain valve at the bottom that connects to a garden hose. The rain barrels are gravity-fed and do not require a pump.

Austin Ave. Bridges Public Meeting March 31

The City of Georgetown is initiating a public involvement process for the Austin Avenue Bridges Project. The first public meeting will be held on Thursday, March 31 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. Eighth

MARCH 23, 2016  THE ADVOCATE Street. This is the first of a series of meetings planned to engage and involve the public in the project for the bridges that span the north and south forks of the San Gabriel River just north of the downtown Square. The purpose of this project is to develop a long-term plan for the Austin Avenue Bridges by evaluating possible alternatives to address safety, community, and mobility needs, ultimately developing a preferred alternative for the bridges. The bridges were constructed in 1939 and have exceeded their design life. Deterioration has occurred over time and will continue with increased traffic in the area. This study will evaluate a number of alternatives including short- and longterm solutions. The study will balance considerations such as safety, historical significance, cost, impacts to property owners and businesses, and multi-modal access including connections to San Gabriel Park. These alternative analyses, as required by the National Environmental Policy Act, will include, at a minimum, no action, provide alternative route(s), maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement. The City recognizes the importance of working closely with the community throughout this project to identify solutions that the community values. Public input will be collected and incorporated in each phase of the study. “City staff and our elected officials recognize the value these bridges have for the community in terms of providing safe travel in and out of our downtown,” says Nat Waggoner, Austin Avenue Bridges Project manager for the City. “The question is, how do we preserve our history and support this corridor as a gateway to our thriving retail stores and businesses, both today and in the future. We have a big task ahead to determine the best solution that supports those quality of life issues for our community. Working with the public and downtown

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Kiwanis, Red Poppy Fundraiser

The Sun City Kiwanis is having a fundraiser to Support the Georgetown Independent School District Education Foundation. On April 24th during the Red Poppy Festival the group will drop 28,000 plastic balls from the top of a fire department ladder truck to the platform of holes below. First prize is $5000 cash. Second prize is an Apple iPad Air 2. Third prize is a Go-Pro camera. Fourth prize is dinner for two at seven different Georgetown restaurants. And a fifth prize, $250 gift card. You can purchase a ball for $5.00 online at www. OneInTheHole.org or at any one of eight First Texas Bank branches in Georgetown. All of the funds collected from this program, after expenses, will be equally split between two local organizations. The Georgetown ISD Educational Foundation, which engages the community in a learning environment where innovation, customized academic opportunities, and individual success are attainable for all GISD students; and the Kiwanis Club of Sun City, which provides services for all levels of educational needs here in Georgetown.

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Early Blooms for 2016

Texas Bluebonnets normally bloom sometime between mid-March and mid-April. But if there are unusual weather conditions—like the warm 2015-16 winter— the Bloom can fluctuate by several weeks. When temperatures come in warmer than usual, they bloom earlier. Colder? They’ll bloom later.

Texas is known for extreme weather fluctuations. Even when things look to be right on time, it can all change in a heartbeat. If a cold front moves in, things will slow down, but as things tend to change quickly in Texas, a heat wave arrives, and as soon as it rains, it’s bluebonnet time. Reports say south of San Antonio

between Poteet and Devine and north of Texas 173 is close to full bloom. Our area, due to the recent rain and current cold temperatures should be good through Easter weekend. WildflowerHavenReport.com expects 2016 to be an average season with some areas enjoying more than average dis-

plays. If we have any additional rainfall in March, we may expect a peak season unmatched since 2010. The above-normal temperatures and rainfall since last Fall mean our blooms will peak from north to south over the next two weeks.

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RotaryFest: Night in the Jungle for Early Action First Knight

Above: Sir Cass, Chikage Windler and Robert Evans post for a selfie for the 10pm KEYE broadcast after the benefit. Windler produced the segment herself and played several video segments in her weather report. Right: Front row L-R Palace actors Jaquelyn, Max, Jordyn, Olivia, Calliope and Gavin (as Tarzan) prepare as escorts for gala guests.

Rotary of Sun City held its

Third Annual gala March 11 to support Early Action First Knight (EAFK) in the Jarrell and Georgetown ISDs. EAFK is a program that integrates character education with academic curriculum and awards students for demonstrating qualities like perseverance and honesty, in addition to working hard for good grades. The benefit theme was “Night in the Jungle” to promote the Palace Theater’s production of Tarzan, and was generously emceed by KEYE-TV’s Chikage Windler and Rotary member Robert Evans. A sold out crowd enjoyed a safari buffet, silent auction, and dancing through-

out the night by the Austin Rock-a-Fellas. Many sponsors made the evening possible, namely Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown, KEYE-TV, and Richard and Carol Will, as well as the support of JISD Superintendent Dr. Bill Chapman on a daily basis. Student-actors from the Palace Theater served as escorts for guests and also performed a short skit to illustrate the values and goals of the EAFK program; cooperation, bravery and more. Each student was later knighted by Sir Cass who welcomed each into the Gallery with a coin. (Photo right) EAFK supports several programs in JISD and GISD

including Knight programs at the elementary and intermediate schools, a rotary Youth Leadership Award at Jarrell High School, $2000 scholarships to each of three seniors at JHS, and donating library books to the elementary school. They also support The Locker, Assistance League, Backpack Buddies, and The Nest. Prior to her departure to cover the news, Ms. Windler received the Paul Harris award from Brenda Hight, Principal of Jarrell Intermediate School. Paul Harris Fellow recognition acknowledges individuals who contribute to The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International.

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A Wax Museum Event for Texas History March 10 was the 12th

annual Ford Elementary Wax Museum. In 2004, JoAnn Ford Elementary School opened its doors, and in that first year began an annual tradition of honoring Texas historical figures in this very unique manner. About 200 people attended the event, held for the first time this year in the historical courthouse on The Square rather than at the school. Fourth grade teachers Denise Hopkins, Mickie Ross, Jenna Shiners and Deah Twine pulled together and created a project for students that has become a touchstone for Ford for half a generation. Each year, the teachers select dozens of famous Texans, from its founders to its greatest entertainers. Each student is assigned one person to research and prepare a short spoken presentation for the evening at the museum. Each student is dressed in period costume, many with wigs or props. Like a real wax museum, each is lifeless until a visitor steps on the “button” on the floor to activate a short speech on the character. All students provide the research, take on the persona for each and give a report in class, but the evening event is voluntary. Thanks to the new venue (and some bad weather) there were more then 60 students providing entertainment for guests on all three levels of the courthouse.

Characters from the earliest years of Texas history were on the first floor; such as Francita Alavaz, a.k.a. the Angel of Goliad. The Angel was an unknown Mexican woman who rescued many prisoners of war from the Goliad Massacre. Around the courthouse were pioneers; Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie, artists like Georgia O’Keefe; athletes Willie Shoemaker and Earl Campbell, and Hollywood favorites like Larry Hagman and Carol Burnett. Never short on politics, several members of the Bush family were in attendance, as well as Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson, and philanthropist Melinda Gates. The hour-long museum tour was capped off with a performance by all of the historical figures who gathered in the courtroom to sing “Texas, O Texas” and “Deep in the Heart,” to rousing applause. Buckley was very pleased to take part in her “dream project” and was proud of how well her students “became” their characters. She teaches three classes, and all but seven students participated in the courthouse event. “Anyone who went to Ford can tell you, to this day, who they were in the wax museum, and the kids this year are no less excited. They are fired up and Texans just love their history.”

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Kids’ Zone Adds Kindergarten To 2016-17 School Year Kids’ Zone in Jarrell is

offering private Kindergarten for the 2016-2017 school year. Kids Zone is a family-owned child care provider run by Director Whitney Hicks. Whitney worked for her father and late mother since Kids Zone opened in 2000 because she has a passion for kids and teaching. “The growth in Jarrell is amazing,” Whitney says. “The demand for quality private education is there. We started in 2000 with space for 78 kids in child care, and we have built our facilities to accommodate 182 children and students.” The new Kids Zone kindergarten classroom will integrate Christian-based education and biblical values with traditional curriculum and experience in technology. Kindergarten will provide a smaller class size; a maximum of 15 students, something Whitney

believes will be more personal than public school settings. “Curriculum is so important. It is imperative that children get the best start in their Kindergarten year to lay the ground work for the next 12 years of schooling ahead of them.” Class will be housed in the third and latest building on the Kids’ Zone Jarrell campus, and will maintain the safety of locked doors at all times. The class will follow the Jarrell ISD school calendar. Whitney’s sister MacKenzie Teer is the teacher for the new classroom. “She is hard-working, dedicated and goes above and beyond, ensuring that all children reach the best of their ability,” Whitney says. Teer has over ten years experience teaching in public and private schools, and taught with a master teacher at the Kindergarten and 1st grade levels. She joins the staff at Kids Zone straight from the 3rd grade

in the Salado ISD. MacKenzie is also currently a Gifted and Talented teacher, as well as ESL-certified. She is experienced in phonics, curriculum writing, and STEM education. Whitney explains, “MacKenzie is already making big plans for her Kindergarten students including a garden, daily devotionals, and field trips!” Kids Zone will offer an individualized skill set to meet each child on his or her level and help them excel. The curriculum will follow the scope and sequence of public schools while engaging ABEKA curriculum to ensure all TEKS are met for each student when transferring to the public school system for 1st grade. Registration fee for the Kindergarten class is $150 non–refundable. This will secure each child’s position for the 2016-2017 school

Day care students at the Jarrell Kids Zone center. year. Class will be 8:30 am-2:30 pm every day. Tuition is $600/monthly, and before and after school care is available for $100 additional each month. Tuition also includes day care on school holidays, and sibling and military

discounts are available. Whitney is also available by appointment to give tours of the facility. Staff are always available at the Jarrell location to answer questions. For further details regarding kindergarten,

WilCo 3rd Healthiest County in Texas For the seventh year in a

row, Williamson County ranks as one of the healthiest counties in Texas. The 2016 County Health Rankings list WilCo as the third healthiest place to live among 241 counties in Texas, and Williamson County residents are within the top two percent of all of Texas’ citizens. Since the County Rankings were first introduced in 2010, Williamson County has been ranked #1 three times as the healthiest county in Texas, twice as second, and twice as the

third healthiest county. The score is based upon health outcomes, a snapshot of the current public health, and health factors that influence the future health of the population. Health outcomes include data that describe how long we live and the quality of daily physical and mental health. Health factors measure the impact of education, housing, crime, employment, diet, and exercise on public health. The 2016 rankings show the healthiest counties in Texas have higher college attendance, fewer

preventable hospital stays, fewer diseases and infections, and better access to parks and gyms. WCCHD Executive Director, John Teel, M.S., R.S. said, “We are fortunate to have a strong foundation of support from the Williamson County Commissioners’ Court, the Health District’s seven member cities (Cedar Park, Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, Round Rock and Taylor), stakeholders at the local and county level, as well as with health-focused agencies, local school districts,

and the WilCo Wellness Alliance Coalition. The rankings will help us understand our strengths and assess our most pressing health problems so we can find solutions together.” The rankings are produced by the University of Wisconsin and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. The annual report analyzes the health of nearly all counties in the nation and ranks them within their state. The rankings are compiled using county-level measures from a variety of national and state data

sources. The Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD) uses this data to guide its prevention efforts and focus on existing health challenges. WCCHD provides public health services including Clinical Preventive Care, Disease Control and Prevention, Emergency Preparedness and Re-

and to reserve your child’s position, email Whitney at whitneyhicks777@yahoo. com. The center is located at 104 Copper Lane, Jarrell, Texas 76537. Call 512746-2333 or visit kidszonelearningcenter.org.

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Left: Susan Pope, organizer Jim Twilley, Bruce Elbert. Above: Georgetown High School seniors Cameron and Tucker are in the Engineering class at East View high school. Both want a career in Engineering. Cameron wants to build a conglomerate like DirectTV. Tucker is interested in how connected everything is between space programs down to the dishes on everyone’s roof.

Careers in Space Technology Sun City Computer Club Hosts Science Experts to Promote STEM Careers The Sun City Computer

Club hosted an unusual group event March 21. Members of the club and about 75 engineering and calculus students from Jarrell and Georgetown ISDs were guests at a Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) presentation by two very accomplished individuals who have made science their careers. Bruce Elbert, CEO of Application Technology Strategy explains, “We are here because we want to make sure students realize the great variety of ways in which they can have a career in science.” The first presenter was Susan Pope, Director of Space Instrumentation at Southwest Research. She

is a mechanical and system engineer, as well as a manager for several space flight projects. Her presentation covered a broad range of topics designed to intrigue the students with super science (like the magnetosphere*), but also give them a look inside the day to day life of an engineer. “People underestimate the importance of interpersonal relationships for engineers. It is not just about sitting behind a desk and designing important things. We do a lot of presentations, we aspire to have people buy our projects or review our designs. All your science and technology classes aren’t worth much unless you can communicate your vision and your goal.” Pope confessed she was never

the type of person who was crazy about outer space; “I just loved science and math and happened to be interviewing at a time when the projects were there.” As a result, she has been working on the instruments that helped bring us photos of Pluto last year; and the Rosetta project, which landed on a comet. Her current project, Juno, will bring us close-ups of Jupiter this summer. After that, she hopes we will have a successful mission near the sun with an orbiter. “A lot of my projects are small and they are not in the news because they do not involve astronauts. Mostly we are just trying to figure out what is going on in the universe.” She is involved directly

in 12 separate projects in space and all from San Antonio. “People tend to think of Texas and space all in Houston. The only time I’ve been to the Johnson Space Center is when I took a tour as a kid.” Pope wrapped by telling the students, it may seem challenging to think about working in a space program. “Just remember, whenever you see an opportunity, take it. If you’re afraid, take it anyway.” Elbert talked at length about communications, without which, all the fancy satellites we launch would not be capable of sending back data or pictures of anything. His interest in science was sparked at an early age. His brother built a model of the Russian Sputnik satellite in 1957, and Bruce later became interested in short-wave radios. He spent some time in the Army and recommended the ROTC program for

anyone who wants to try any number of scientific fields with proven methods. Now, after many years of learning and gaining experience, he is an expert in global communications and space technology. He talked about the global need for communications; everything from the Internet to deep space probes. Geostationary satellites enable us to watch TV, text and reach the Internet from anywhere in the world, especially in remote areas, on aircraft and ships at sea. He also played video from actual launches that shared all the enthusiasm of a Super Bowl—demonstrating the enthusiasm and extreme accomplishments of various operations teams all involved with a single event. “There’s always so much more to it than just liftoff.” He went on to describe the many ways that anyone can be involved in technology and commercial space

programs. Elbert described many jobs in commercial space and the different kinds of engineers in all of them. There are also salespeople, marketing specialists and managers. “We need scientists to study radio waves, magnetosphere and tell us what we need to be worried about, or what we need to take advantage of but we need people in operations as well to keep everything working. You don’t have to be a technical person to get involved. Just an interest.” The session ended with Q&A from the group and the exciting future for both speakers. “You can be as involved as we are,” Elbert said. “Once you get interested and involved you will suck up all the knowledge you can. It may seem overwhelming but people start out with no knowledge but having skill. We’ve been at it a long time and we’re still gaining knowledge and confidence.”

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My Newest Bumper Sticker: I Survived My Sister! “Strange times are these in which we live when old and young are taught in falsehoods school. And the person that dares to tell the truth is called at once a lunatic and fool.” I didn’t say it, Plato did; but I must admit, I agree. I was recently scrolling through the television channels and landed (briefly) on MTV where I observed a 16-year old “Teen Mom” being arrested for… I don’t know what; but if for nothing more, it could have been the mouth the girl had on her. When I was a kid, I hung around with Charles Raymond Hitchcock, the worst kid in the entire state of Maryland, and even he couldn’t cuss like this girl. It made me pause and contemplate the differences between

being a child in the 1960s and now. We just thought differently. Many of today’s kids are trying to figure out whether or not to have an abortion; whether to lie to the cops about that weapon their boyfriend gave them to hold after the liquor store down the street was robbed; or whether they’re really a boy trapped in a girl’s body. A segment of today’s children are taught to hate cops. We were taught to hate what our parents would do to us if a cop ever had to bring us home. To really contrast the differences between then and now, let’s take a quick look back into my childhood. These stories are absolutely true, and names have not been changed to protect the guilty. I vividly remember sitting in front of my parents’ Zenith (the quality goes in before the name goes on) wood-paneled TV set, circa 1960. On a snowy screen, in July, Walter Cronkite was educating us about gorillas brandishing weapons against one another in Africa. I lay awake many nights thinking, Okay, I can understand how they can give gorillas guns, and maybe even teach them how to shoot, but how would they

know who to shoot at? Then, it finally dawned on me about the age of ten… Guerillas, not Gorillas. Yep. Double pinkie-swear. True story. I have written many times, and it is the gospel truth, that at the ripe old age of sixty, I still sometimes sleep with my head under the covers if I am home alone, thanks to my sister. You see, when I was young, we were poor (but we didn’t know it — Dad had a job and we always had food) and for a while, we lived in an old-fashioned, honest-to-goodness 1950’s “station house.” Yes, where the train had formerly stopped and picked up people. It was small, and it had been “remodeled” into a home; if your idea of remodeled is that they finally came by and tore up the tracks that ran three steps away from the front door, and put in a new outhouse— much more refreshing than the old one used by everyone who had ridden the train from Baltimore to Forest Hill from 1900 until 1959. Anyway, back to the subject at hand — I had the misfortune of having to share a bedroom there with my older sister. And the only thing worse than that was the fact that

there was a tree outside our bedroom window that bore an uncanny resemblance to Bullwinkle the Moose. When the wind blew, it caused “Bullwinkle” to move around, and it looked just like he was staring in the window. My sister thought it reasonable to scare me within an inch of my life by telling me that if I uttered so much as one more word, Bullwinkle would come in the window. I am not sure what I thought he would do. I had never actually seen him kill anyone on his cartoon show, but at the age of six, one can’t be too careful. As if that wasn’t enough, at about the same age I was enticed by my older cousins that licking the dirt off the tire rims of my father’s 1957 Plymouth Fury was, not only a good idea, but nutritional as well. I soon found that the only nutrition in that dirt was a textbook case of ringworm. Later that same day, (before I knew I’d contracted ringworm) we were standing on the front porch when the biggest bee that has ever flown came buzzing by. I took off running, thinking, Feets, don’t fails me

now.... I looked back and saw my sister standing there, arms folded, looking like a carbon copy of my mother when she was angry. “Get back down here,” she said, “that bee won’t sting you!” Trusting my dear sister, I went back to the other end of the porch, where the bee promptly stung me right between the eyes. Yes, I still love my sister, although I will admit, I am still a little skittish around her; but her age is beginning to catch up with her, and, as far as I can tell, she hardly ever tries to kill me on purpose anymore. I don’t tell her, but when we go to visit her family in Maryland, I still lock my bedroom door. One can never be too careful, right? The conclusion to this story is that I would much

rather recall these memories from my childhood in the sixties than the ones the youth today will be thinking of in sixty years. I can’t blame all the differences in kids today on lack of prayer in school, but I can’t think of one time that I felt it would be “exhilarating” to disobey my parents after singing Jesus Loves Me, and reciting the Lord’s Prayer. Do you know why? Because Jesus does love me, and you. The Lord’s prayer not only refreshes us, but leaves us better than it found us. To my sister, Martha, I could never tell her how much I love her as she turns another year older in less than ten days. May God richly bless her family, now and always, even if she did, from time to time, try to kill me.

Congressman Carter’s Address to the Republican Convention Back when I was a kid we had these kinds of conventions. It is a challenge, at the county convention, but you all always work hard to settle your differences here, get your delegates, and go up united to the state convention. We want to make a difference at the state convention and when the smoke clears we want to make sure that we unite this party behind the Republican nominee for the Presidency of the United States. Now, I am not a fortune teller, and I’m not sure who that’s going to be and I don’t think you do either. But this year it’s a challenging issue and one concern I have is that we don’t divide the party. I look at Hillary Clinton, which to me is the worst nightmare that could come to this country, ever. Not only is she a liberal, but she is also a person who can’t even make up her mind about things when she says them. She’s the worst candidate I’ve ever seen and if we get beaten by the worst candidate we’ve ever seen, it will be embarrassing. Can you think of anyone who even likes the sound of her voice? Is she in any way glamorous or appealing in that way? Is she smart? She tells us she is but she certainly has not demonstrated it and, more importantly, she is rock solid into that left wing camp. We have great tragedies heading our way if there’s not a Republican in the White House. I grew up in the court system and if we lose the U.S. Supreme Court as a form of government for the next four years we will never recover. I’m going to tell you a story so you’ll know what I mean. I just stumbled on it. We went down as a Congressional delegation in Nicaragua and Honduras on the Foreign Operations sub-

committee of the Appropriations Committee. We went down there to look at some spending projects to make sure we wanted to continue our work. While we were there, the Sandinistas were in power. I asked my driver, “So what’s the story about the Sandinistas?” They were a minority party in parliament. “So that’s all over?” He said “No, it’s not all over. In Nicaragua they hold every city and county government or the equivalent, and the Supreme Court. As our formal government passes legislation, and our president signs it, it goes fast track within two weeks to the Supreme Court of Nicaragua and they declare it unconstitutional, no matter what it is. Because there are ten Sandinistas on a 12-man court, the Supreme Court is running the country.” I’ve never forgotten that because it is so contrary to how our government functions. Trust that I am going to argue well as it relates to who we put on the Supreme Court. Right now we have a pretty good balance but that court could absolutely run the country. That will wake you up and you’ll realize there’s more to the presidency than the noise that gets made as we run up to the election. I want to thank you for being here. I want to thank you for being the grass roots for what is so important to keeping this country safe. And if you do your job, which I’m sure you will, you will get us good delegates who will fight for our positions. But when the smoke clears, I don’t care who emerges as our leader, we have to get behind him. If we’re not behind him, if we’re divided, if we have a split convention, we’re through. And I would say we’re as close to losing the party as we’ve ever been.

Fight your fight, I’m all for it. But once the smoke clears, stand together, lock your arms, beat the Democrats. Because if we don’t beat them we will all have to work harder just to survive. Let’s all join hands and say we are the party that’s going to lead this country down the right path. We are the party that’s going to turn around all the garbage that Barack Obama has shoved down our throats for 8 years. And as the next presidency plays itself out we will have an education system that will be competitive again. And most importantly we will be able to defend ourselves and others enemies around the world. Thank you for letting me speak to you and thank you for my primary victory. I promise you I will do my very best to go 2000 miles and cast a vote you will be proud of. And I plan to beat the snot out of my democratic opponent.

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Lady Eagles Best Patriots

GHS, EV Stand 2-2 After 25-5A Showdown by Allan Shiflet Advocate Correspondent

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Eagles Face T-Wolves After Sweeping Lions By Galen Wellnicki Sports Editor

It’s long been said that the early bird gets the worm, but, in a more modern context, it might be just as truthful to say that the early bird might get a meddlesome to severe case of indigestion from the aforesaid invertebrate. And this may be the situation facing Georgetown and Cedar Park this week. The Eagles and Timberwolves were two of the three teams posting 2-0 records in their initial series of the seven-week District 25-5A baseball derby. Vista Ridge also was in the past perfect tense at that point after sweeping Marble Falls. And the schedule-maker has Georgetown and Cedar Park meeting this week in an early showdown between teams expected to contend for the district’s four playoff berths. The Eagles (8-7-2) and Timberwolves (11-2-1) open their Easter-week doings Tuesday night at Eagle Baseball Field and then end the set with a 7 p.m. battle on Thursday at Cedar Park. Vista Ridge also will try to remain at or near the top of the standings in a two-game pairing with East View, which split on

opening week with Vandegrift. Coach Adam Foster’s Eagles entered the series after posting 7-3 and 4-2 victories over struggling Leander and the Timberwolves, extending their victory streak to six games, downed defending 25-5A champion Dripping Springs, 3-2 and 4-1. “I don’t know much about them,” Foster said of Cedar Park after his team’s Thursday victory, “but I’ll be on the phone trying to find some things out. They do have good pitching.” Timberwolves coach Kris Gawriluk confirmed that fact in a recent interview. The arms include Josh Paramo, a second-team all-district choice last season; Cole Quintanilla, who is committed to Missouri; Davis Blake and Jackson Molinaro. They are all listed as junior right-handers. Foster said he expected to show Cedar Park the same rotation that he used against Leander – junior right-hander Trent Baker (0-1) on Tuesday and senior right-hander Austin Weaver (2-1) on Thursday. The veteran Georgetown coach, who directed GHS to the state finals last season

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Georgetown defeated cross-town rival East View, 10-2 at the Lady Eagles’ Blue Diamond in a District 25-5A contest Thursday afternoon that left both teams at 2-2 coming out of spring break with 10 playing dates remaining in the race. Behind outstanding pitching by Jaqueline Kay and a balanced 14-hit attack, the Eagles flashed their postseason form from last year which saw them go four-rounds deep into the UIL state playoffs. Georgetown, 6-10 on the season, played at Vista Ridge on Tuesday night and will entertain Dripping Springs at 7 p.m. Thursday. The Lady Eagles will play at Vandegrift at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 29. East View, 17-5 for the campaign, played Leander at home on Tuesday night and then they will play at Cedar Park at 7 p.m. Thursday and return home for a 7 p.m. battle with Marble Falls on Tuesday, March 29. Megan McDonald and Vivian Lopez had infield singles and Lauryn Best plated McDonald with a sacrifice fly to allow GHS to break on top 1-0 after one inning. However, in the top of the third, East View came back with a hit batsman, an error and a double by Shelby Edwards, setting up a sacrifice fly by Shaun Cavanaugh to tie the game. The Lady Eagles answered in the bottom of the frame with McDonald and Lopez again posting singles, a sacrifice fly by Kay, a run-scoring double by Taylor Ellsworth and an RBI single by freshman third

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Frost Event Safe; A Cautionary Tale

For all of you basketball fans worrying about the future of the Jack Frost Invitational Tournament with the advent of a longer District 19-5A schedule mandated by the recent UIL biennial realignment, the new nine-team district’s expanded double-round-robins in most team sports will go from 14 games in 14 playing dates to 16 games in 18 playing dates. The schedule must allow for two byes for each school. The Jack Frost will remain on the first weekend of December. That will be the first through the third. Boys and girls schedules adjusted to allow tournament teams to attend at least two events. The boys will start their district race on Dec. 6 and the girls on Nov. 29. Soccer, according to East View’s boys coach Frank Litterst, currently is working on how things can be done to accommodate the annual Governor’s Cup, including moving it up a week.

Something to think about As an example of the proverbial ounce of prevention, it might be wise for all those in the area public-and private-school environment to take a direct look at the State of Texas’ legal definition of hazing and the wording of the anti-hazing statutes. This is especially true after some events effecting area schools earlier in the year.

DEFINITION (Sec. 37.151) 1. “Educational institution” includes a public or private high school. 2. “Pledge” means any person who has been accepted by, is considering an offer of membership from, or is in the process of qualifying for membership in an organization (organization does include athletic teams). 3. “Pledging” means any action or activity related to becoming a member of an organization. 4. “Student” means any person who: A. is registered in or in attendance at an educational institution; B. has been accepted for admission at the educational institution where the hazing incident occurs; or C. intends to attend an educational institution Lapping. on B7

Keeping Up With GISD Alumni Let’s take a look at what some former Georgetown High School athletes have done this season: Left-handed pitcher Andrew McKirahan, a former Eagle standout and University of Texas player, will miss the entire 2016 season with the Atlanta Braves with a torn UCL and faces a second Tommy John surgery. He, reportedly, was only able to throw five pitches in spring training. In a shortened 2015 campaign, the 6-foot-2, 195-pound reliever posted a 1-0 record with a 5.93 earned-run average. He was drafted in the 21st round by the Chicago Cubs in 2011. Moved to the Marlins in the 2014 Rule 5 draft and then on April 1, 2015, was claimed off the waiver wire. Want a trivia question concerning the 26-yearold hurler? He was the 18,426th player to make his debut in Major League Baseball. If there is a former Georgetown athlete having a joy ride this spring it’s Caitlyn Buttram, currently a sophomore guard at Lubbock Christian. And, hey, her final two seasons with the Lady Eagles weren’t exactly shabby – a 4A state title as a junior and a trip to the 4A state semifinals as a senior. She was the team MVP as a senior. This season her Chaps are 32-0, having already won the Heartland Conference regular-season and tournament titles along with the NCAA Division II South Central Regional. LCU played Florida Southern College in the Division II Elite Eight on Tuesday night at Sioux Falls, S.D. For Buttram and her teammates, there was desert prior to the start of the regular season – a 95-39 loss in an exhibition game with top-ranked Division I power University of Connecticut on Nov. 2 at

Former Lady Eagles Caitlyn Buttram (Left) and Brianna Bogard (25) played for highly successful college teams on the South Plains. Photo: Russell Rinn the XL Center in Hartford, Conn., before a crowd of 6,233. The 5-5 Buttram got on the floor for four minutes against Geno Auriemma’s Huskies. She shot once and fouled twice. The Chaps also got to test themselves against 6-4 senior Breanna Stewart, the possible three-time college player of the year, who scored 25 points in 29 minutes, and 5-7 senior Moriah Jefferson, arguably the best point guard in the nation this season. For the current campaign, Buttram has played in 20 games, averaging 6.1 points a game. In another coincidence, LCU beat West Texas A&M, 88-68, in the regional finals. Buttram’s former GHS teammate Taylor LaCour, a 6-1 freshman, was on the Buff’s roster. However, neither Buttram nor LaCour saw playing time in that championship contest. In her first season at West Texas, LaCour averaged 4.5 minutes in 12 games coming off the bench. She averaged 1.4 points and 0.8 rebounds a game. In another ironic turn, UConn’s Jefferson played for Texas Homeschool Educators Sports Association (THESA) in Georgetown’s Jack Frost Tournament.

Starting with THESA in the eighth grade, she scored 3,354 points, had 828 rebounds and 728 steals in her prep career. There will be more about Jack Frost Tournament alumni in the next item.

It’s only 47.3 miles from Lubbock to Plainview and Wayland Baptist on I-27 and success in women’s basketball makes the trip quite easily with former Georgetown Lady Eagles playing a role in the Flying Queens’ accomplishments. Wayland went 25-5 this season, winning the Sooner Athletic Conference title with a 17-1 mark and the league’s postseason tournament before advancing to the NAIA Women’s Championship Tournament in Independence, Mo. However, Pikeville, Ky., ended the 11th-ranked Flying Queen’s 21-game victory streak and season in the tournament’s opening round, 75-60. Ride the hands of the clock back to Georgetown’s 2010-11 season and a trip to the Class 5A (now 6A) state finals and a loss to Irving MacArthur, 71-58, That Lady Eagles grouping finished

33-4, including a 12-0 run through district, and three victories over then arch-rival Pflugerville, including the big one in the regional finals at Baylor. That team was led by seniors Brianna Bogard, a guard, and Krystal Forthan, a 6-4 post playing her initial season at GHS after being ineligible as a junior. As a junior, on a regional semifinalist team in 2009-10, Bogard was a consensus all-state selection, 16-5A MVP and Central Texas Player of the Year. With Forthan, a McDonald’s and Women’s Basketball Coaches Association All-American, in the lineup, Bogard again reprised her all-state honors and was named the team MVP, but Forthan, a Portland, Ore., native, was the 16-5A MVP and Central Texas Player of the Year. After graduating, Forthan signed with LSU and played one season for the Southeastern Conference School. She then attended the Academy of Art University in San Francisco where she was a standout performer. Bogard signed and played at East Tennessee State before moving on to Nebraska-Omaha in a somewhat injury-plagued career and eventually to Wayland.

Then the two high school friends and teammates were reunited on the South Plains for their senior collegiate seasons. Both came off the bench for the Flying Queens, including in the loss to Pikeville. Bogard played 21 minutes, scoring 5 points, grabbing 2 rebounds and recording one steal and one assist. Forthan played six minutes, scoring four points and pulling down four boards. For the season, Bogard played in 30 games (three starts), averaging 16.9 minutes, 6.2 points, 1.6 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game. She made 88.5 percent of her 52 free throws. Forthan saw action in 20 games (one start), averaging 14.5 minutes, 8.9 points and 5.8 rebounds. She blocked 18 shots and made 84.4 percent of her free throws. Another performer in that 2011 title game, MacArthur junior, Alexis Jones, has gone on to become a key performer for Baylor this season as the Bears have posted a 34-1 record going into Sunday night’s second round of the NCAA Women’s National Tournament. Jones, a transfer from Duke, is averaging 29.6 minutes, 14.9 points and 4.1 rebounds a game. She also has a total of 151

assists. In that 2011 title showdown with GHS, saying that Jones dominated might be an understatement as she scored 25 points, grabbed 11 rebounds and made 14 assists. In her three varsity seasons for MacArthur, Jones played on the winning side 107 times and only lost six games – two each season. During her two seasons at Duke, the two-time Texas high school player of the year was a freshman All-America selection and an All-Atlantic Coast Conference performer in a sophomore season cut short in the regionals by an ACL injury. She sat out last season after transferring to Baylor. She once played in the same MacArthur backcourt with another Baylor star Odyssey Sims. Both also are Jack Frost Tournament alumni.

Taking a look at the 2015-2016 season posted by a couple of more-recent Lady Eagles’ standouts – Houston Baptist’s 6-1 freshman Amanda Johnson and University of the Incarnate Word’s 5-8 sophomore Haley Frias: Frias, playing on a UIW team that went 6-23 for the season and 3-15 in the Southland Conference, saw action in 29 games (starting 14) for the Cardinals, averaging 25 minutes, 4.8 points and 1.4 rebounds a game. Johnson, playing for the Huskies who went 14-15 on the year at 9-9 in Southland play, took the court in 22 games (six starts), averaging 14.4 minutes, 4.8 points and 1.3 rebounds a game. She scored in double digits five times with a high-game of 19 points against New Orleans. -- Galen Wellnicki

East View’s Do Finishes Fourth At State East View junior Le Uyen Do, the Region IV champion, finished fourth among 18 lifters in the 105-pound class this past Saturday at the Texas High School Women’s Powerlifting State Meet at the American Bank Arena in Corpus Christi. Do had at total lift of 680 pounds for the three disciplines, leaving her 70 pounds behind first-place McKarla Cortez of Port Lavaca Calhoun, 40 pounds less than runner-up Nadya

Valero of San Antonio Southside and 15 pounds short of third-place Briseidi Cantu of Rio Grande City. Corpus Christi’s Mia Reyes was fifth with a 675. Do had a 270 in the squat, a 135 in the bench and a 275 in the dead. Her bench was the third-best and her deadlift tied for third in the weight class. The Patriots’ lifter and Plainview’s Natalie Perez were the lightest competitors in the field, weighing in at 101.5 pounds.

Do had won the Region II, Division I title two weeks ago with a total lift of 640 pounds. Her junior East View teammate Aileen Andrew was in eighth place with a subtotal of 440 pounds after two lifts, but was disqualified in the 14-girl field and did not place. She had a 285 in the squat and a 155 in the bench. Port Lavaca Calhoun edged College Station for the state team title, 28-25, in competition in which

only four of the 65 schools scored in double figures. East View finished 25th with two points on Do’s fourth-place effort. TTHSWPA STATE MEET At American Bank Arena, Corpus Christi Team standings (65 schools) – Port Lavaca Calhoun 28, College Station 25, Alice 19, San Antonio Southside 15, Donna 8, Edinburg Vela 7, Cleveland 7, Lindale 7, Victoria West 7, Donna North 7, Temple 7 (25. East View 2 points). INDIVIDUAL RESULTS (Squat-bench-dead – total) 97 - 1. Odalys Garduno, Victoria West, 270-120-290--680. 105 (18 lifters) – 1. McKayla Cortez,

P.L. Calhoun, 300-170-280 – 750; 2. Nadya Valero, S.A. Southside, 295150-275 – 720; 3. Briseidi Cantu, Rio Grande City, 275-130-290 – 695; 4. Le Uyen Do, East View, 270-135275 – 680; 5. Mia Reyes, Corpus Christi Tuloso-Midway, 295-110-270 – 675; 6. Brenda Quintero, Laredo Martin, 260-115-270 – 645; 7. Salma Ramirez, Elgin, 265-105-260 – 630; 8. Hailey Alexander, Lumberton, 235-115-260 – 610; 9. Hope Davila, Tuloso-Midway, 260-90-260 – 610; 10. Britney Golladay, Wylie, 205-130250 – 585. 114 – Marie Cavazos, Vela, 375-160315 – 850. 123 – 1. Chassity Sims, Lindale, 330-135-370 – 835. 132 (14 lifters) – 1. April Botello, S.A. Southside, 375-195-370 – 940; 2. Cecily Gonzalez 370-175-385 – 930; 3. Azalia Jones, Tuloso-Midway, 355170-370 – 895; 4. Cierra Jackson,

Mansfield Timberview, 335-145-350 – 830; 5. Yocelin Hernandez, Wylie, 315-165-335 – 815; 6. Corina Yanez, Donna, 335-155-315 – 805; 7. Bre Haesche, Conroe, 300-145-330 – 775; 8. Angela Banda, Plainview, 290-135-315 – 740; 9. Bailey Crocker, Forney, 305-110-310 – 725; 10. Gloria Horton, Lockhart, 255130-320 – 705 (DQ, Aileen Andrew, East View). 148 – Norma Chapa, Donna North, 340-190-360 – 890. 165 – 1. Allison Macias, Alice, 440-195-380 – 1,015. 181 - 1. Katie Lollar, College Station, 415-215-360 – 990. 198 – 1. Suba Johnson, College Station, 450190-400 – 1,040. 220 – 1. Jimmea Joiner, Temple, 400-195-455 - 1,050. 220-plus – 1. Lexi Harris, Cleburne, 540-400-460 – 1,400. Source: THSWPA.

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Trainers Make Key Contributions By Galen Wellnicki Sports Editor

Some folks like this writer remember the old, more primitive days of athletic training. There was a firstaid kit on the sideline with possibly a splint, a slightly rust-stained or bodily fluid spotted stretcher on two long polls, calls from the stands and suggestions from the bench “to rub a little dirt on it”, and what is now a potentially reckless sideline diagnosis that “you just had your bell rung.” There also was the much-feared call “is there a doctor in attendance.” In those days of yore – speaking from experience in another state – the person sometimes charged with medical duties had much more experience washing jock straps and inventorying equipment then with battlefield triage. But then, everybody who took classroom driver’s ed took a first aid course. Things in the field have changed drastically in the past 50 years or more. Most schools now have professional trainers – men and women educated and skilled in the treatment of injuries and resulting illness. If a school doesn’t, it probably should consider replacing a coaching or other staff position with an athletics trainer as the clock leading to catastrophic injury and probable legal action tickles down. The result is random, but random has a good chance of being contained to a degree if treated quickly with knowledgeable procedures. In the realm of injury, it is a game of inches where contact and quick or awkward movement is concerned. Athletics trainers – both professional and student – are now being recognized. They usually arrive early and stay late. One of the substances they do rub – sometimes quite often – is the midnight oil. March is National Athletic Training Month. The purpose is to spread awareness about all that athletic trainers do. This year’s theme from the National Athletic Trainers

Georgetown’s athletic training staff - Back row: Chad Hennessey, Sarah Cannon, Katie Preston, Alycia Nusbaum, Trinity Smith, Ana Rodriguez, Vanessa Redeaux; Front row: Taylor Black, Lily Serrano, Xandra Lara, Luisa Loera, Caitlin Garza, Cayman Patterson; Not pictured: Kaley Burkham, Madelyn Shoales. Hennessey and Redeaux are full-time GISD athletic trainers. Photo courtesy GISD

Association is “A safer approach to work, life and sport.” The GISD is fortunate to have four excellent adult athletic trainers, practicing their crafts at East View and Georgetown – Chad Hennessey and Vanessa Redeaux with the Eagles and Cody Boling and Marrisa Washington with the Patriots. The staff is professional and works well within the Willamson County health infrastructure. GHS currently has 13 student trainers: Seniors – Katie Preston and Ana Rodriguez. Juniors – Xandera Lara, Luisa Loera and Alycia Nusbaum. Sophomores – Taylor Black, Cayman Patterson, Caitlin Garza, Trinity Smith and Kaley Burkham. Freshman – Madelyn Shoales, Sarah Cannon and Lily Serrano. Speaking of her experiences as a student athletic trainer, Patterson said, “This is like my second home. Being here is like one big sisterhood. In this program you get the opportunity to meet a lot of different people from a lot

of different backgrounds and we get to work with them all. “Even though this is a class, being in Sports Medicine becomes like second nature because of our experiences and the knowledge we gain from our staff athletic trainers in helping athletes.” East View also has 13 student trainers: Senior Karina Ascanio. Juniors – Maegan Millet, Breanna Hernandez, Dallas Noffleet and Adrian Bush. Sophomore – Glenn Shepherd and Erika Baumgartner. Freshmen – Christian Johnson, Cade Stuczynski, Brianna Zelenka, Rudy Gutierrez, Kimberly Lopez, and Brittany McDaniel. “These students have the opportunity to learn about being an athletic trainer, as well as other allied healthcare professions, such as physical therapy, orthopedics, etc.,” Hennessey said. “The student athletic trainers are first aid, CPR, and AED certified at the beginning of each school year and are taught the basic skills of wound care and supportive taping, such as

Student athletic trainer Madelyn Shoales treats the elbow of GHS quarterback Chandler Crawford.

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ankle taping, wrist taping, etc.” “All student athletic trainers are in our Sports Medicine class where they are taught anatomy and physiology, common injuries sustained during athletic competitions, as well as basic rehabilitation skills to get the student/athlete back on the field of play.” “The student athletic trainers assist student/ athletes in all sports and have the opportunity to be a part of the athletic teams in helping them succeed. They work the home games as well as travel with the teams to away games. These student athletic trainers typically arrive at least one hour before the team to prepare for the games, as well as assist in any treatments on the injured student/athletes. Once the games are finished and everyone has left to go home, student athletic trainers stay to make sure all athletic training supplies are cleaned properly and stored for the next competition.” Boling had the following to say about the students trainers in the East View

program: “We couldn’t run our individual practices without these kids. They set up all the water and hydration equipment as well as carry out basic first-aid needs. The most important role they play is that of communicator when we (the adult trainers) aren’t able to be on scene at every practice.” “It’s a service-based program that really depends on quality young people with great hearts that are willing to serve. Another exciting aspect is that it gives kids who are looking for a place to be a part of something just that. So, we get all types of kids from every type of background, and that’s what makes my job so enjoyable.” In a very true statement, Hennessey added, “Sometimes, they don’t get enough credit for the work they put in, but they all believe it is well worth it when the injured student/ athletes return to the field of play and the athletic teams enjoy victories.” A closer look at the GHS adult athletic trainers: Chad Hennessey (10th

year at GHS) – Before coming to Georgetown he served two years as an assistant athletic trainer with the New Orleans Saints. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Abilene Christian University where he worked with football, women’s basketball, and women’s softball teams. He earned his Master’s degree in Education from the University of Miami, Fla., where he worked with the football team that played in two BCS post-season games, the baseball team that qualified for the College World Series both years he was there and the women’s rowing team. Vanessa Redeaux (seventh year at GHS) – She attended the University of Texas at Austin (2007) where she graduated with a degree in Kinesiology with a specialization in Athletic Training. While at Texas, she served as a Student Athletic Trainer with various sports including track and field, football, and women’s basketball. She also spent a semester as an athletic training Intern at Leander. After graduation, Vanessa spent two years as a Certified Intern Athletic Trainer at the University of California – Berkeley. While at Cal she provided coverage for the football and women’s softball teams. She recently finished up her one year master’s program through California University of Pennsylvania where she attained her Masters of Science in Exercise and Health Promotion with a specialization in Rehabilitation Sciences. A closer look at the East View adult athletic trainers: Cody Boling, head athletics trainer: Wife— Brittney. Children—Brody and Barrett. Education— Angelo State University, Wall High School. Experience—8 years. Marissa Washington, athletics trainer: Husband— Bradley. Education— A.T. Still University, California State Long Beach, Torrey Pines High School (Calif.). Experience—6 years.

Eagles runningback Dakota Cahill has his right wrist wrapped by student athletic trainer Luisa Loera.

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Patriots, Vipers Split Series by Jon Whittemore

Patriot second baseman Parker Namken and the Patriots sit 1-1 in district following their split with Vandegrift last week.

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Two games, eerily similar, parallel in many ways... but with exactly opposite results. East View opened District 25-5A play this past week by a splitting a series with Vandegrift. The Vipers bested the Patriots, 2-1, in Tuesday’s opener at East View and the Patriots responded with a 6-2 victory on Thursday on the road. The two games featured pitching duels that resulted in a combined nine complete scoreless innings and 24 team at-bats that produced zero runs. Offensive production was minimal but both teams managed to cluster multiple hits at key moments to generate their respective victories. East View, who has struggled to score most of the season, tallied only five hits in the two games (two hits in the loss and three in the win). In fact, there was no game-winning hit by definition in either game. The winning run in the first game scored on a wild pitch in the first inning and a hit-batsman with the bases loaded pushed in the deciding run in the eighth inning of the second game. The Patriots (5-9-1) continue district play during Easter Week against

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Vista Ridge, which swept its 25-5A-opening series with Marble Falls, 16-0 and 6-5. They opened the series with the Rangers on the road on Tuesday night and then play host to Vista Ridge on Thursday. After finishing with the Rangers, East View will open a two-game set at home with Dripping Springs on Tuesday, March 29. All 25-5A games begin at 7 p.m. In the Tuesday game, Vandegrift scored in the first inning on a walk, an EV error, a fielder’s choice and a wild pitch. They added an insurance run in the top of the sixth with a triple by Garrett Jones, who trot-

ted home on a follow-up single by designated hitter Aaron Cuellar. Parker Bond pitched a complete game striking out five and allowing one run in the bottom of the seventh when EV’s Jacob Dauer scored from third on a sacrifice fly by catcher Ronnie Bailey. Patriots’ junior pitcher Aaron Parks pitched six innings and struck out three in the losing effort. Dauer and Mason Tyndall got the only hits. “It’s hard to win and generate offense when you have only three base runners for the game,” commented a frustrated

head coach Matt Pullen. “Our pitching and defense were good, we just didn’t score any runs.” On Thursday night at Vandegrift, the results were reversed. Again, the Vipers jumped out to an early lead, scoring two in the bottom of the first. Viper pitcher Phillip Ahern baffled the Patriot hitters with a no-hitter entering the sixth inning. However, with men on base, Dalton Westbrook drove in the tying runs on a double that scored two. Both teams went quietly in the seventh. East View scored in the top of the eight. The game-deciding run scored when a Chad

Williams was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded, driving in Dauer. The fourth run scored on a bases-loaded walk to Juan Sanchez and senior shortstop Cale Cantu broke the game open for the Patriots with a double that scored the final two runs in the top of the eighth. Cantu had two of the Patriots’ three hits and Bailey walked three times. Starter Dauer completed 7 1/3 innings, striking out three. He was consistently ahead of the Viper batters throwing 24 first-pitch strikes among his 93 total pitches. Corbin Turslow got the final two outs to secure

the victory. “We played good defense. In both games, Aaron (Parks) and Jacob (Dauer) battled and did a great job on the mound,” said a pleased Pullen. “The first win of league play is always tough and the Thursday game was a total team effort. The guys just kept grinding and believing.” TUESDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At East View VANDEGRIFT 2, EAST VIEW 1 Vandegrift 100 001 1 – 2 4 0 East View 000 000 1 – 1 2 1 Parker Bond and Gray Goolsby; Aaron Parks, Chase Cuttler (7) and Ronnie Bailey. W – Bond. L – Parks. LOB – VHS 5, EV 1. E – EV, Parks. 2B - EV, Jacob Dauer. 3B – VHS, Garrett Jones. SB – VHS, Johnny Foral, G. Jones, Grant Prussel. Game winning hits – VHS, No players with more than one hit. Game-winning hit – none, Foral scored on a wild pitch in the first inning. Records – Vandegrift, 1-0 in 25-5A, 5-8-1, East View, 0-1 in 25-5A, 4-8-1. THURSDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At Vandegrift EAST VIEW 6, VANDEGRIFT 2 (8) East View 000 002 04 – 6 3 2 Vandegrift 200 000 00 – 2 3 3 Dauer, Corbin Truslow (8) and Bailey; Phillip Ahern, Foral (6), Austen Jones (2) and Goolsby. W – Dauer. L – Foral. LOB – EV 8, VHS 4. DP – EV 1. E – EV, Cale Cantu, Bailey; VHS, Noah Mader, Ahern. 2B – EV, Cantu, Dalton Westbrook; VHS, Foral, Goolsby, G. Jones. Leading hitter – EV, Cantu, 2; Game-winning hit – none, Dauer scored winning run when Chad Williams was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded in the eighth inning. Records – East View, 1-1 in 25-5A, 5-8-1; Vandegrift, 1-1 in 25-5A, 5-9-1.

EAGLES FROM PAGE B1 after a second-place finish in 25-5A, was a bit happier with his team’s showing on Thursday than he was after Tuesday’s last-inning victory. “We were a little bit better today,” Foster said on Thursday night. “We were more competitive at the plate, our defense was much better and we contin-

ued to pitch well. But we’re going to have to continue to get better to stay in the race.” This was a different tune than Tuesday night’s critique. “We definitely have things we have to clean up to compete,” Foster said after the opener. “Our defense let our pitchers down and we had a lack

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of discipline at the plate. We do need to give props to (starting pitcher) Trent Baker, who continued to compete, keeping us in the game. A hard-hitting series it was not. The Eagles outhit the Lions, 11-8, with neither team posting an extra-base hit in two games. Tuesday’s game did have somewhat of a bizarre finish. With the score tied at 3-3, starting pitcher Cameron Castillo, who had kept GHS at bay most of the game, opened the seventh by walking Parker Tadlock and then made Cole Moore his 10th strikeout victim. With Castillo’s pitch count in the mid-150s, Leander coach Matt Grissom then brought in Trey Roberts, who opened the game as the Lions’ designated hitter. Roberts then threw 16 consecutive balls, walking Ty Markee and Robby

Austin Weaver picked up his second victory of the season on Thursday in the Eagles’ 4-2 win over Leander. Photo: Russell Rinn

Isenhour to cram the bases before walking pinch-walker Alex Cornman and Ryan Neitsch to force in two runs. He finally was replaced by Dayton Smith, who gave up a two-run single to Garrett Conlan. Eagles’ side-wheeler Jack Engelmann, who entered the game in the sixth, earned his first victory in four decisions, retiring six of the seven batters he faced, including the three hitters he faced in the seventh on two infield grounders and a strikeout. Leander scored all three of its runs off Baker in the third on the combination of walk, an error, two singles and a sacrifice fly. GHS scored in the first, fourth and fifth innings. Tyler Mendoza, who led off the first, eventually came in on an error, Mendoza plated Neisch with a sacrifice fly in the fourth and Moore came in on a wild pitch in the fifth. Moore led the six-hit GHS offense with a pair of

singles. Thursday’s game was more sedate. Leander took a 1-0 lead in the first, starting the contest with a pair of singles and then pushing a run home on Joel Miller’s infield grounder. The Eagles scored 3 of their 4 runs in the third on a two-run single by Moore that pushed in Cornman and Mendoza and an infield grounder by Markee that scored Tadlock. “That clutch hit by Moore made a huge difference in the game,” Foster said. The Lions cut the lead to 3-2 in the fourth on a run-scoring single by Parker McCoy. Georgetown’s final run came across in the fifth on a sacrifice fly by Moore that scored Tadlock. Eagles’ starter Weaver went 5 2/3 innings to get his second victory in three decisions and Daniel Lewis recorded his third save. Lewis was able to work out of a jam in the seventh. With one down, Leander put runners on first and second before Lewis recorded a strikeout on a full count and got the final out on a fly to center field. Mendoza and Tadlock had two hits each on Thursday. After the Cedar Park series, Georgetown will face Marble Falls, playing there at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 29, and then returning home at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 1. TUESDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At Leander GEORGETOWN 7, LEANDER 3 Georgetown 100 110 4 – 7 6 3 Leander 003 000 0 – 3 3 2 Trent Baker, Jack Engelmann (6) and Robby Isenhour; Cameron Castillo,

Trey Roberts (7), Dayton Smith (7) and Wylan Cary, Clay Martin (7). W – Engelman (1-3). L – Castillo. LOB – GHS 7, LHS 4. E – GHS, Garrett Conlan 2, Isenhour; LHS, Seth Minter, Izaiah Martinez. SB – GHS, Ryan Neitsch 3, Conlan 2, Parker Tadlock 2, Alex Cornman. Leading hitter – GHS, Cole Moore, 2-4. Game-winning hit – none, Tadlock scored winning on bases-loaded walk. Records: Georgetown, 1-0 in 25-5A, 7-7-2; Leander, 0-1 in 25-5A, 2-9-2. THURSDAY’S DISTRICT 25-5A GAME At Eagle Baseball Field GEORGETOWN 4, LEANDER 2 Leander 100 100 0 – 2 5 2 Georgetown 003 010 x – 4 5 1 Joel Miller and Cary; Austin Weaver, Daniel Lewis (6) and Joel Miller. W – Weaver (2-1). L – Miller. S – Lewis (3). LOB – LHS 7, GHS 4. E – LHS, Martinez, Miller; GHS, Conlan. SB – GHS, Tyler Mendoza, Tadlock. Leading hitter – LHS, J.J. Lawson 2-3; Jason McCall 2-4; GHS, Mendoza 2-3; Tadlock 2-2. Game-winning hit – GHS, Moore, 2-run single in third. Records: Leander, 0-2 in 25-5A, 2-10-2; Georgetown, 2-0 in 25-5A, 8-7-2. DISTRICT 25-5A AT A GLANCE Standings: Cedar Park, 2-0; Georgetown, 2-0; Vista Ridge, 2-0; East View, 1-1; Vandegrift, 1-1; Dripping Springs, 0-2; Leander, 0-2; Marble Falls, 0-2. Tuesday’s results: Georgetown 7, Leander 3; Vandegrift 2, East View 1; Cedar Park 3, Dripping Springs 2; Vista Ridge 16, Marble Falls 0. Thursday’s results: Georgetown 4, Leander 2; East View 6, Vandegrift 2; Cedar Park 4, Dripping Springs 1; Vista Ridge 6, Marble Falls 5. Tuesday’s games: Cedar Park at Georgetown, 7 p.m.; East View at Vista Ridge, 7 p.m.; Leander at Vandegrift, 7 p.m.; Marble Falls at Dripping Springs, 7 p.m. Thursday’s games: Georgetown at Cedar Park, 7 p.m.; Vista Ridge at East View, 7 p.m.; Vandegrift at Leander, 7 p.m.; Dripping Springs at Marble Falls, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday (March 29) games: Georgetown at Marble Falls, 7 p.m.; Dripping Springs at East View, 7 p.m.; Vista Ridge at Vandegrift, 7 p.m.; Leander-Cedar Park (play later in the week). THSBCA CLASS 5A STATE POLL (Records provided by source) 1. CC Calallen (7-2); 2. Frisco Wakeland (9-4); 3. Boerne Champion (113); 4. Prosper (11-7); 5. Aledo (8-5); 6. Tomball (9-2); 7. Canyon (12-4); 8. Alamo Heights (9-5); 9. Crosby (9-3); 10. College Station (6-6).

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Georgetown’s Kelly To Play Softball At UMHB Senior Avery Kelly, a two-sport all-district performer for Georgetown, has announced that she will attend the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and compete in softball for the Crusaders. She is the daughter of John and Jen Kelly. Kelly’s resume: She was a second-team All-District 25-5A performer in softball as a junior and earned the same honor in basketball this past season. She played on a Georgetown softball team last season that advanced four rounds into the state playoffs. The 5-8 versatile infielder in softball, also was a key member of Lady Eagles basketball teams that advanced to the Region IV-5A playoffs each of the last two seasons. She has been a consistent academic all-district selection. Softball coach Jessi Bond said: “Avery Kelly is that kid that every coach wants on their team. She’s hard working, and relentless. She is always ready to one up the other team, and as athletically talented she is, that’s not hard. I’m very excited to have Avery for her senior season and I’m looking forward to all she’s going to accomplish this year.” Basketball coach Rhonda Farney said: “Avery is the ‘it girl’! She makes every team she plays on a lot better. Avery is an exceptional athlete and player in her own right. She and her senior class have been part of a state championship, return trip to state and two regional finalist

appearances. UNPRECEDENTED! Also, Avery is a rare one who excels in two sports – basketball and softball.” Probable course of study: Physical therapy. The Avery Kelly file: Why did you pick UMHB? “I picked UMHB because when I stepped foot on campus it just felt like home. It was an easy decision considering the University allows me to pursue my degree in Physical Therapy as well as play the sport I fell in love with. Everyone at UMHB is so welcoming and it just felt right.” How do they plan to use your talents? “I was recruited as a corner, first and third base. I have grown up playing both positions, but my senior year of high school I was moved to shortstop which I enjoy as well. I love being able to be versatile, as long as I’m on the field.” What do you feel you will add to the school’s program? “I feel like I will add good leadership, hard-work ethic, and the desire to be successful. There is no greater feeling than being a part of a team that you get to call your family. I hope to have that positive affect on others and lead them in the same direction.” How would you describe yourself as an athlete? “I would describe myself as someone who is willing to do whatever it takes to succeed. When I set a goal for myself, I won’t quit until I have reached

Lady Eagles infielder Avery Kelly, pictured with father John, brother Chance, mother Jen and grandparents Carol and Gary Hastings, has announced that she will attend UMHB and play softball.

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it. I would also describe myself as a leader because I always have my team’s best interest in mind. I encourage those around me to be the best they can be and that it is always worth it in the end. My parents have always taught me to never give up and reach for the stars.” What motivates you? “My family and my faith motivate me. I have been raised in a Christian home and have been taught to walk with Christ throughout my everyday life. When times get tough and sometimes I feel like I have nothing left to give, I just talk to the man upstairs and He gives me strength. I don’t know where I would be without the Lord and without my family. They always support me in everything I do and I can’t remember a time they weren’t there, or a game that they have ever missed. I owe it all to them.” In what areas do you feel you have to improve for the

next level? “I definitely think that I could improve my mental aspect of the game. I am very hard on myself and always want things to be perfect. I am my own worst critic and sometimes don’t leave myself any room for error. I need to understand and realize that I am human, and everyone is going to make mistakes.” How has your GHS program prepared you for the next level? “GHS has helped me prepare for the next level because it has helped me realize that nothing comes easy and that you have to work for what you want. I can’t think of a program that works harder than GHS does. I have been a part of our softball and basketball programs for four years, and if that doesn’t teach you hard work and how to overcome adversity, I don’t know what will.” What has been the highlight of your career to date?

The highlight of my career would absolutely be when I made the decision to pursue my love for the game at the next level. This is something I have dreamed about since I was a little girl when I would watch college softball on TV with my dad. I always wanted to be “just like them.” I am so blessed to say that I have achieved this dream. It has been a long journey, but I wouldn’t change a single thing.” How would you describe yourself as an athlete? What are your longrange goals both personally and athletically? What are your long-range goals athletically and personal? “My long-range goals personally would be to complete PT school and become a Physical Therapist. I’m excited to be able to help people recover and get back on their feet. I also hope to have my own family down the road. Athletically, I hope that I am able to balance playing softball while pursuing my education. No one ever said it was going to be easy, but I will do whatever it takes to have the best of both worlds. Who have been the most important people in your development? “My parents have been the most important people in my development. My parents have always wanted me to do what’s best for me. They have been nothing but supportive growing up as a two sport athlete. There was never a time where they made me choose one or the other. They have driven

me across the country for numerous tournaments, taken me to every practice and lesson, and have simply just been nothing but positive role models. I wouldn’t be where I am today without my mom and dad, and for that I am thankful. “ What makes you the person you are? “I think the thing that makes me the person I am is my loving heart. My passion has always been helping other people, which is why I have decided to pursue a degree in Physical Therapy. I always put other people before myself because I want what’s best for everyone. I am a people pleaser, and hate letting people down or feeling that I have disappointed someone. I think my mom plays a huge role in this part of my personality because I grew up watching her do the same thing. She is constantly putting everyone else before herself because she simply just has a giving heart.” Is there anything else you would like to say? “I would just like to thank everyone who has been a part of this journey with me. My family, friends, coaches, teammates, etc., Thank you!!! It has been an amazing experience full of a lifetime of memories, and although I am sad that this chapter in my life is slowly coming to an end, I can’t wait to see God’s plans for my future. GO CRU!!!!” -- Galen Wellnicki

Pirates Hop On Kangaroos Paced by Chandler Smith’s dominating performance on the mound, Southwestern softball claimed a pair of runrule victories over Austin College at home in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference on Sunday. The 8-0 victory in six innings and the 13-1 win in five innings helped the Pirates complete a four-game sweep of the Kangaroos. SU had started the sweep on Saturday with 4-0 and 6-5 victories. This coming weekend, Southwestern (14-10, 7-5) will travel to Irving for a four-game SCAC series with the University of Dallas. Noon doubleheaders are scheduled for both Friday and Saturday. In Sunday’s first game, Smith was nearly untouchable on the mound as she allowed just two baserunners through six innings to earn the shutout victory. In the second contest, a scoreless first inning gave way to a deluge of runs for SU. The Pirates posted five in the second, three in the third and five again in the fourth. On Saturday, Southwestern’s bats were hot as they posted 10 hits in the first game and 14 in the second game on a windy afternoon.

Standouts for the Pirates on Saturday were Smith with two wins, a 0.00 earned-run average; Marissa Irvin, 5-for-8; Karly Pustka, 4-for-7, a game-winning hit; and Taylor Curtis, 3-for-7 with a double and triple. BASEBALL: After a nine-day break SU (5-15, 1-2 in the SCAC) returned to action Tuesday night at Texas-Tyler. This Friday and Saturday the Pirates will entertain Schreiner in a three-game conference series at Rockwell Field. They will play a single game at 6 p.m. Friday and a 1 p.m. doubleheader on Saturday. They will remain at home Tuesday, March 29, for a 6 p.m. game with Texas-Dallas. MEN’S LACROSSE: SU (6-5) split a pair of decisions early this past week on the road, beating Wabash, 12-8, on Tuesday after losing to Hanover, 109, on Monday. The Pirates will return to action on the road against Hope at 6 p.m. Thursday and then play at Alma at 3 p.m. Saturday. The Pirates started strong and got three goals from Jordan Riggs in the first quarter to lead 5-3 after

SU REPORT the frame. SU continued to control the second quarter and took a three-goal lead, 8-5, into the locker room. A quiet third quarter with just one goal by the hands of Matt Zagurski extended the Pirates’ lead. Southwestern sealed the win with three goals in the fourth. Riggs had four goals for the Pirates. Against Hanover, SU got off to a quick start but Hanover posted the game-winner with just 37 seconds left in the match. Hanover stole the win with 37 seconds remaining. The Pirates won the ensuing face-off but committed a costly turnover to give the ball back to HC. Jared Welsh had three goals for SU and Kai Knight added two. WOMEN’S LACROSSE: The Pirates (6-6) ended a five-match losing streak at home on Sunday with a 1615 overtime victory over North Central (Ill.). SU had returned earlier in the week, having lost three one-sided matches on their swing through California. They lost to Occidental, 16-5; Whittier, 20-4; and Chapman, 15-3.

The Pirates returned to action against Hamline on Tuesday and then face Linfield at 6 p.m. on Thursday. North Central and SU combined for 21 second-half goals, but the Pirates came out on top in the thriller. With five seconds remaining, NCC’s Gina Fisher drove from the top of the arc and scored the game-tying goal as time expired to force overtime. After a good defensive stand, SU’s Allison Cook curled just right of goal to bring the defense with her and found a wide-open Brenna Jobb, who buried the ball in the back of the net for the game-winner. Courtney Ragland led SU with seven goals and Allison Schmitt added four goals. MEN’S GOLF: SU competed against the top teams in the nation and finished in19th place after the three-day Jekyll Island Collegiate Invitational this past weekend on the Pine Lake Course at Jekyll Island, Ga., Andrew DeHennis led Southwestern with 220 strokes to tie for 42nd. He

shot a 74 to open the event then posted a two-underpar 70 and closed with a 76. Rhodes College’s Joey Mayo won the individual title with a 205, while LaGrange College took the team title with an 859 combined team score. Southwestern has one final tune-up before the SCAC Championships as they play host to the West Region Invitational, beginning on April 4th at Berry Creek Country Club.

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WOMEN’S GOLF: Highlighted by Bernice Leonard’s finish, the Pirates closed the three day Jekyll Island Collegiate Invitational tied for 14th place against some of the top small college teams in the nation. Leonard ended the event tied for 14th with a three day score of 230. She was steady all week, going 77, 76, and 77 for the tournament. Sewanee’s Emily Javadi won the individual title with a 215 to lead Sewanee to the team title with a 902 combined score. Southwestern has one more tune-up before the SCAC Championship as they compete in the National Spring Preview hosted by Bay Oaks Country Club in Houston, Texas on April

WOMEN’S TENNIS: Southwestern’s women’s tennis swept all three of its matches during the past week’s trip to Oregon. In order, the Pirates bested George Fox, 7-2; Willamette, 9-0; and Pacific (Ore.), 6-3. The Pirates will return to action at home for a 5 p.m. Wednesday match with Concordia-Austin and then travel to Howard Payne for a 3:30 p.m. match against Howard Payne in Brownwood.

MEN’S TENNIS: The Pirates (8-5) won two of three matches on their California swing this past week, beating Cal Tech, 5-2, and Occidental, 9-0, after losing 7-2 to Whittier. SU will return home for a 5 p.m. Wednesday match with Concordia-Austin and then travel to Howard Payne for a 3:30 p.m. match against Howard Payne in Brownwood.

TRACK: The Pirates men’s and women’s track teams will return to action in McMurry’s War Hawk Classic at 10 a.m. Friday in Abilene.

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Jarrell junior Julie Tucker

Jarrell senior Breanna Wright

Clark, Day, Wright, Tucker Honored Eight Advocate area players have been honored by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches on the organization’s all-state and all-region teams. Four players, two each from Georgetown and Jarrell, were placed on the all-state squads for their respective classifications. Two-time District 25-5A Defensive Player of the Year Kendrick Clark, a 6-foot senior guard headed for NAIA power Wayland Baptist, and all-district first-team post Dee Day, a 6-1 junior, were the Lady Eagles named to the TABC’s Class 5A All-State Team. Jarrell selections on the TABC’s 3A All-State Team were District 25-3A Most Valuable Player Breanna Wright, a 5-9 senior headed to Abilene Christian, and all-district choice Julie Tucker, a 5-11 junior forward. Wright scored 2,672 points during her career, including 746 as a senior. All four of the all-state honorees also were named to TABC all-region teams. GHS junior point guard Brooke Elliott, a 5-8 firstteam all-district pick, was picked for the All-Region IV-5A team, while 5-7 Jarrell senior all-district guard

Mikaela Rountree was placed on the All-Region IV-3A squad. Two Jarrell boys, District 25-3A MVP Tucker Sansom, a 6-4 senior, and all-district choice Trevor Ledbetter, a 6-2 junior, were named to the All-Region IV-3A team. Georgetown’s three selections were joined on the honors list by three players from 25-5A rival and twotime state semifinalist Vista Ridge. District MVP Mikayla Christian, a 5-10 senior, and 25-5A Offensive Player of the Year Danielle Rainey, a 5-11 senior, was an all-district choice, while all-district pick Nikki Cardano-Hillary, a 5-11 junior, was an All-Region IV-5A pick. Christian and Rainey will continue their careers at TCU. Coach Rhonda Farney’s Georgetown Lady Eagles posted a 24-11 record in advancing to the Region IV-5A finals where they lost to Vista Ridge. Coach Marlena Brown’s Jarrell girls posted a 30-4 record, while coach Drew Sumner’s Jarrell boys finished at 29-4. Both JHS teams reached the Region IV-3A quarterfinals before being eliminated by San Antonio Cole and Univer-

sal City Randolph, respectively. Vandegrift’s 6-foot senior Dayton Whiteside was the only 25-5A player selected to the Class 5A AllState team. He was joined on the All-Region IV-5A team by three fellow 25-5A players – District 25-5A MVP Harvey Keaton, a 6-6 Cedar Park junior; Mekhi Burgess, a 5-11 Vista Ridge senior; and Aaron Gregg, a 6-1 junior from Vista Ridge. Burgess and Gregg were first-team all-district choices. The selections: TABC CLASS 5A GIRLS All-STATE (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Kendrick Clark, sr., 6-0, Georgetown; Dee Day, jr., 6-1; Georgetown; Mikayla Christian, sr., 5-10, Vista Ridge; Danielle Rainey, sr., 5-11, Vista Ridge; Mercedes Brooks, sr., 6-0, Wichita Falls Rider; Celsi Caraway, sr., 5-7, Mansfield Summit; Rebecca Cardenas, sr., 5-5, El Paso Burges; Chennedy Carter, jr., 5-8. Manfield Timberview; Kityana, Diaz, jr., 5-9, Amarillo Palo Duro; Jordan Hamilton, jr., 5-8; Frisco Liberty; Angel Hayden, jr., 5-5, Canyon; Shannon Jones, sr., 5-11, Crosby; Rebecca Lescay, jr., 5-8; Frisco Liberty; NaTashia Mack, sr., 6-4, Lufkin; Alexis Oaks, sr., 5-4, College Station A&M Consolidated; Jordyn Oliver, fr., 5-10, Prosper; Ashley Reid, sr., 5-5, Wichita Falls Rider; Trelynn Tyler, jr., 50-8, Mansfield Timberview; Deysta Wilbert, jr., 5-11; Bryan Rudder. TABC GIRLS ALL-REGION IV-5A (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Kendrick Clark, sr., 6-0, Georgetown; Dee Day, jr., 6-1; Georgetown; Brooke Elliott, jr., 5-8, Georgetown; Nikki Cardano-Hillary, jr., 5-11, Vista Eidge;

Mikayla Christian, sr., 5-10, Vista Ridge; Danielle Rainey, sr., 5-11, Vista Ridge; Leslie Alvarado, jr., 5-8; Laredo Cigarroa; Kristyn Coldewey, sr., 6-0, Floresville; Claudia Curtis, sr., 5-8, Corpus Christi, Tuloso-Midway; Serelia Dean, sr., 5-5, Victoria East; Ashley Knight, sr., 6-5, Austin LBJ; Hannah Knight, jr., 6-2, Floresville; Kasandra Lazcano, sr., 5-5, Laredo Nixon; Alyssa Marquez, sr., 50-4, Mercedes; Anna Marshall, jr., 6-0, Sharyland; Jaida Muhammad, jr., 5-7, Edinburg Vela; Aaliyah Prince, sr., 5-8, San Antonio Highlands; Shae Routt, soph., 6-2, Austin Reagan; Ashley Smith, sr., 5-5, Mission Veterans Memorial; Peniah Waites, soph., 5-8, Bastrop. TABC CLASS 5A BOYS ALL-STATE (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Dayton Whiteside, sr., 6-0; Vandegrift; Deon Bauman, jr., 5-10, El Paso Burgess; Quinton Brigham, sr., 6-4, Fort Worth Dunbar; Carter Brown, sr., 6-1; Frisco Liberty; Hector Castillo, sr. 6-3, Laredo Nixon; Jhonathon Dunn, sr., 6-5, Alamo Heights; Ryan Garza, jr., 5-10, Edinburg Vela; Ja’Qualyn Gilbreath, sr., 6-1, Amarillo Palo Duro; Jonathan Jackson, jr., 6-5, Everman; A.J. Lawson, sr., 6-5, Bryan; Antoine Lister, sr, 6-3, Brenham; Nate Morris, sr., 6-10, Lancaster; Chris Mullins, soph., 6-3, Mansfield Timberview; Nijal Pearson, sr, 6-4, Beaumont Central; Jacolby Pemberton, sr., 6-6, Lancaster; Camron Talley, sr., 5-11, Rockwall Heath; Gilbert Thomas, sr., 6-6, Houston King; T.J. Vasher, sr., 6-6, Wichita Falls Rider; Andre Watts, sr., 6-1, West Mesquite; Jacob Young, sr., 6-1, Houston Yates. TABC BOYS ALL-REGION IV-5A (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Mekhi Burgess, sr., 5-11, Vista Ridge; Aaron Gregg, jr., 6-1, Vista Ridge; Harvey Keaton, jr., 6-6, Cedar Park; Drayton Whiteside, sr., 6-0; Vandegrift; Cody Brewer, sr., 6-6, Corpus Christi Flour Bluff; Davion Buster, soph., 5-9, Austin Lanier; Hector Castillo. sr., 6-3, Laredo Nixon; Robert Christian, sr., 6-3, San Antonio

Houston; Jhonathon Dunn, sr., 6-5, Alamo Heights; Bryant Ennels, sr., 5-8; Victoria East; Ryan Garza, jr., 5-10, Edinburg Vela; Shasirae Harvey, LBJ Austin, 5-10; Hector Ibarra, sr., 5-8, Laredo Nixon; Tre Johnson, sr., 6-4, San Antonio McCollum; De’Anfrenee Price, na., na., Corpus Christi Miller; Hector Ruiz. jr., 6-1, Edinburg Vela; Will Schmacker, jr., 6-5, Alamo Heights; Noah Soto, jr., 6-3, San Abntonio Jefferson; Richard Wallace, sr., 6-5, San Antonio Brackenridge; Dillon Young, sr., 6-1, Kerrville Tivy. TABC CLASS 3A GIRLS ALL-STATE (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Julie Tucker, jr., 5-10, Jarrell; Breanna Wright, sr., 5-9, Jarrell; Avionne Alexander, jr., 5-8, Sunnyvale; Morgan Bennett, sr., 5-7, Shallowater; Delesia Booth, sr., 5-9, San Antonio Cole; Courtney Brady, sr., 5-6, Bowie; Maddi Chitsey, sr., 6-1, Wall; Halle Cooley, jr., 5-11, Tuscola Jim Ned; Kaylee Edgeman, jr., 5-10, Littlefield; Macy Gully, sr., 5-5, Wall; Rachel Harrell, sr., 5-9, Brock; Marci Hoffman, sr., 5-11, Buffalo; Cortney Hurst, sr., 5-5, Idalou, Jordan Jenkins, jr., 5-4, Buffalo; Caitlin Lennon, sr., 5-6, Alba-Golden; Jessica Munoz, sr., 6-1; Nacogdoches Central Heights; Chandre Nunez, sr., 5-9, San Antonio Cole; Jade Rochelle, sr., 5-11, Grandview; Kelby Sprinkles, sr., 5-9, Little River-Academy; Rachel Zahn, sr., 6-2, Idalou. TABC GIRLS ALL-REGION IV-3A (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Mikaela Rountree, sr., 5-7, Jarrell; Julie Tucker, jr., 5-10, Jarrell; Breanna Wright, sr., 5-9, Jarrell; Julianna Alcala, soph., 5-9, Odem; Alissa Alonza, jr., 5-7, Mathis; Celeste Arriaga, jr., 5-4, Nixon Smiley; Delesia Booth, sr., 5-9, San Antonio Cole; Aylenn Cabrera, sr., 5-4, Aransas Pass; Jorden Estrada, sr., 5-8, Marion; Imari Grant, sr., 6-3, Hallettsville; Kasey Hairell, sr., 5-9, Hallettsville; Kaymee Howell, sr., 5-6, Hallettsville; Shay Kowalik, sr., 5-6, Goliad; Emily Leger, soph., 5-8, Poth; Myah Medrano, sr., 5-5, Mathis; Roxanne Morris, jr., 5-10,

Goliad; Chandre Nunez, sr., 5-9, San Antonio Cole, Katie Pesek, sr., 5-9, Odem; Cara Taliuaferro, sr., 5-10, San Antonio Cole; Kelsey Van Pelt, sr., 5-8, Vanderbilt Industrial. TABC CLASS 3A BOYS ALL-STATE (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Brady Anderson, sr., 6-3, Ponder; Grayland Arnold, sr., 6-0, Kountze; Isaiah Boling, sr, 6-3, Van Alstyne; Ko’Dirrus Boulds, jr., 6-3, Hempstead; Bryce Bowman, sr., 5-11, Childress; Torrian Chism, sr., 6-5, Daingerfield; Jezreel Griffin, jr., 6-4, Brownfield; Parker Grudt, sr., 6-1, Peaster; Darius Guillory, sr., 6-0; Winnie East Chambers; Colin Hale, sr., 6-2, Aransas Pass; Ran Johnson, sr., 6-4, Shallowater; Ian Knight, sr., 6-3, Franklin; Leo Lara, jr., 6-1, Santa Rosa; Alex McCray, sr., 5-9, Brownfield; Samuel Moore, sr., 6-2, Nixon-Smiley; Joshua Sanders, soph., 6-4, Waxahachie Life; Teran Sanford, jr., 5-11, Kountze; Jordan Williams, sr., 5-9, Universal City Randoph; Jay Workman, sr., 6-0, Kermit. TABC BOYS ALL-REGION IV-3A (Player, Cl., Ht., School) Trevor Ledbetter, jr., 6-2, Jarrell; Tucker Sansom, sr., 6-4, Jarrell; Brandon Alexander, sr., 6-5, Vanderbilt Industrial; Kyle Alexander, jr., 6-4, Vanderbilt Industrial; Howard Eli, sr., 6-0, Goliad; Treon Fatheree, jr., 6-3, Nixon-Smiley; J.J. Gomesz, jr., 5-11, Universal City Randolph; Colin Hale, sr., 6-2, Aransas Pass; Jaquez Harris, soph., 5-10, San Antonio Cole; Tangle Johnson, sr., 6-0, Goliad; Leo Lara, jr., 6-1, Santa Rosa; Abiram Lozoya, soph., 5-2, Santa Rosa; Samuel Moore, sr., 6-2, Nixon-Smiley; Christian Perez, sr., 5-11, Falfurrias; Logan Pogue, sr., 6-3, Marion; Jake Reyes, jr., 6-2, Falfurrias; Daniel Roberson, soph., 6-2, Aransas Pass; Nicolas Tucker, soph., 5-8, San Antonio Cole; T.J. Vela, sr., 6-1, Odem; Jordan Williams, sr., 5-9, Universal City Randolph. Source: TABC website.

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East View’s Klein To Play Volleyball For Crusaders East View senior Miranda Klein, daughter of Sandra and Steve Klein, has announced her intent to attend and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and compete in volleyball for the NCAA Division III Crusaders. Klein’s resume: A senior captain on the Patriot volleyball team, the 6-footer was named second-team All-District 25-5A this past season. She has been a member of the National Honor Society and an academic all-district selection every year. East View volleyball coach Justeen Coulson said: “We are very proud of Miranda and we wish her the very best at the next level. She will do well at that level because she’s a very disciplined and talented young woman. I’m looking forward to her being close so I can go watch her play. She will be greatly missed at East View as she brought a lot

to the program the last four years.”

ing college-level classes offered at East View since my junior year. In addition to this, the coaches we have at East View have been great and really prepare us for what we can expect in college sports.”

Probable course of study: Early education or special education. The Miranda Klein file: Why did you pick UMHB School? “The first time I visited UMHB was during a volleyball camp last summer and I fell in love with the campus. I also like the fact that it is not that far from home and all the girls on the team are super friendly.” How do they plan to use your talents? “I am going to UMHB to be a setter and rightside hitter, but really I am willing to contribute in any way they ask me.” What do you feel you will add to the school’s program? “I am going to bring a good work ethic to the team and I have a team-first mind set where I will do anything I can to help make the team successful.”

East View senior Miranda Klein, pictured with parents Steve and Sandra Klein, and coach Justeen Coulson, is headed to UMHB.

Photo: East View High School

How would you describe yourself as an athlete? “I am the kind of athlete who always tries my hardest and I am always encouraging.” What motivates you? “I get motivated by the feeling I get when my team makes a good play. It’s a feeling that’s hard to explain.” In what areas do you feel

you have to improve for the next level? “I need to become a stronger, more powerful and aggressive player as well as becoming a smarter player.” How has your GISD program prepared you for the next level? “East View has prepared me for college in several ways. I have been tak-

What has been the highlight of your career to date? “This club season has been very exciting because our team has qualified for nationals. After many years of playing volleyball this is my first time on a team that has qualified for nationals so it is a big deal for me. What are your long-range goals both personally and athletically? “Athletically my goal will be to contribute right away to the team’s success, win our conference and go on to play in the national tournament. Personally my goal is to graduate early and be able to go on to get my masters. Who have been the most important people in your development?

“My family and friends have been a key part to my success. I have also been very lucky to have some really good coaches and great teammates along the way.” What makes you the person you are? “My faith in God helps guide me through good times and bad and makes me the person I am today. A couple of my favorite classes in school are Pals and Peer Buddies because I love working with kids and helping other people. Through these classes I realized the joy of helping others and so I enjoy finding volunteer opportunities every chance I get.” Is there anything else you would like to say? “I would just like to thank all the teachers and coaches that have supported me through the years. I am super excited to be attending UMHB in the fall and have the opportunity play the sport I love.” --Allan Shiflet

LAPPING FROM PAGE B2 during any of its regular sessions after a period of scheduled vacation. 5. “Organization” means a fraternity, sorority, association, corporation, order, society, corps, club, or service, social, or similar group, whose members are primarily students. 6. “Hazing” means any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, occurring on or off the campus of an educational institution, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student, that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for the purpose of pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in, or maintaining membership in an organization. The term includes: A. any type of physical brutality, such as whipping, beating, striking, branding, electronic shocking, placing of a harmful substance on the body, or similar activity; B. any type of physical activity, such as sleep

deprivation, exposure to the elements, confinement in a small space, calisthenics, or other activity that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student; C. any activity involving consumption of a food, liquid, alcoholic beverage, liquor, drug, or other substance that subjects the student to an unreasonable risk of harm or that adversely affects the mental or physical health or safety of the student; D. any activity that intimidates or threatens the student with ostracism, that subjects the student to extreme mental stress, shame, or humiliation, that adversely affects the mental health or dignity of the student or discourages the student from entering or remaining registered in an educational institution, or that may reasonably be expected to cause a student to leave the organiza-

tion or the institution rather than submit to acts described in this subdivision; and E. any activity that induces, causes, or requires the student to perform a duty or task that involves a violation of the Penal Code. PERSONAL HAZING OFFENSE (Sec. 37.152) A. A person commits an offense if the person: 1. engages in hazing; 2. solicits, encourages, directs, aids, or attempts to aid another in engaging in hazing; 3. recklessly permits hazing to occur; or 4. has firsthand knowledge of the planning of a specific hazing incident involving a student in an educational institution, or has firsthand knowledge that a specific hazing incident has occurred, and knowingly fails to report that knowledge in writing to the dean of students or other appropriate official of the institution. B. The offense of failing to report is a Class B misdemeanor.

C. Any other offense under this section that does not cause serious bodily injury to another is a Class B misdemeanor. D. Any other offense under this section that causes serious bodily injury to another is a Class A misdemeanor. E. Any other offense under this section that causes the death of another is a state jail felony. F. except if an offense causes the death of a student, in sentencing a person convicted of an offense under this section, the court may require the person to perform community service, subject to the same conditions imposed on a person placed on community supervision under: ORGANIZATION HAZING OFFENSE (Sec. 37.153) A. An organization commits an offense if the organization condones or encourages hazing or if an officer or any combination of members, pledges, or alumni of the organiza-

tion commits or assists in the commission of hazing. B. An offense under this section is a misdemeanor punishable by: 1. A fine of not less than $5,000 nor more than $10,000; or 2. if the court finds that the offense caused personal injury, property damage, or other loss, a fine of not less than $5,000 nor more than double the amount lost or expenses incurred because of the injury, damage, or loss. CONSENT NOT A DEFENSE (Sec. 37.154). It is not a defense to prosecution of an offense under this subchapter that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity. OFFENSES IN ADDITION TO OTHER PENAL PROVISIONS (sec. 37-156). This subchapter does not affect or repeal any penal law of this state. This subchapter does not limit or affect the right of an educational institution to enforce its own penalties against hazing.

REPORTING BY MEDICAL AUTHORITIES (Sec. 37.157) A doctor or other medical practitioner who treats a student who may have been subjected to hazing activities: 1. may report the suspected hazing activities to police or other law enforcement officials; and 2. is immune from civil or other liability that might otherwise be imposed or incurred as a result of the report, unless the report is made in bad faith or with malice. This is serious business, folks. It can result in serious felony charges if physical assault or sexual violation is involved in the hazing. Not to mention the psychological damage that can be done to the victim and his or her family. Schools and their activities are expected to be “Safe Places” within the law. Somehow I doubt that any form of violation builds team spirit any place other than the penal system.

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EV Soccer Faces Bi-District Thursday East View, the thirdplace finisher in District 25-5A, will entertain District 26-5A runner-up Austin Travis in the first round of the UIL Class 5A boys state soccer playoffs at 7 p.m. Thursday. The bi-district winner will move on to play the victor of a bi-district match

between the District 27-5A champion Alamo Heights (14-2-3) and San Antonio Brackenridge (11-8-2), fourth-place team from District 28-5A, on either Friday or Saturday, April 1-2. East View, a state finalist last season, posted a 7-3-4 record in 25-5A and com-

pleted the regular season with an 11-4-6 record.

GISD Track Resumes After taking time off for spring break, the Georgetown and East View track teams will return to action over the next two weeks. The Patriots’ boys and girls are slated to return to

action Thursday at Leander’s Lion Relays. The Eagles and Lady Eagles will resume competition in their own Eagle Relays on Friday, April 1. East View also is entered in the meet. If they meet qualifying standards, both GHS and East View could have entries competing in the

annual Texas Relays on Friday and Saturday, April 1-2, at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin. Both GHS and host East View are scheduled to compete in the Patriots Relays on Thursday, April 7. The District 25-5A Meet is schedule for April 13-14 at Vandegrift followed by

the 25-5A, 26-5A Area Meet at Marble Falls on April 21, the Region IV-5A Meet at Alamo Stadium in San Antonio on April 29-30 and the 5A division of the UIL State Meet at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin on May 12-13.

Patriots Split A Pair

in the sixth inning to tie the game at 5-5. The defensive gem of the game by Pats sophomore shortstop Katie Smith prevented more damage in the sixth as she ranged well behind third base, making a diving catch of a line drive. The Patriots made Rangers’ pitching pay with no outs in the deciding seventh inning; after four walks Jones blasted a clutch threerun triple in the right-centerfield power alley to put East View up to stay 9-5. In the loss to the Tigers, East View got dominated at the plate by Dripping Springs ace Kiele Miller, who gave up two hits and no earned runs while striking out six Patriots in route to the win. Trailing 1-0 in the third inning, the Patriots allowed three hits and a walk but got out of a bases-loaded no-out jam only allowing two more runs to trail 3-0. In the bottom of the inning, EVHS got a run on an O’Daniel single and a Tigers error to close the gap to 3-1 after three.

SOFTBALL, FROM PAGE B1 basement, Emily Jones, to take the lead at 4-1. Edwards lined a home run into the parking lot in the fifth inning to draw East View closer at 4-2. Again, Georgetown countered with a Kay single, an Ellsworth walk and a Patriot error to load the bases. Avery Kelly’s RBI fielder’s choice increased the Eagle lead to 5-2 in the bottom of the fifth. In the sixth inning, the Patriots tried to mount a two-out rally when Bailey Garrett, who had two hits on the day to lead East View, singled and Alexus Harris walked. But a ground out ended the inning. In bottom of the sixth, GHS exploded for five runs. Cora Champion opened with a single, McDonald doubled and Kay delivered an RBI single followed by Ellsworth drilling a two-run double in the left-center-field power alley. Lauryn Best finished the scoring with a sacrifice fly to plate Ellsworth and give the Eagles a 10-2 lead. Kay kept the East View hitters off balance, only allowing six hits and one earned run. “I tried to work the hitters

in and out, keeping the ball low,” Kay said. The GHS offense was led by McDonald going 4-for-4 with 3 runs scored, Lopez who had three hits and an RBI and Ellsworth, who reached base four times, was 2-for-2 with three RBIs. “They mainly tried to work me inside, but I was able to keep my hands inside the ball and not think too much about forcing anything to the opposite field,” McDonald said. “I stressed to our team that we needed more consistency and that we didn’t need heroic plays. Just make the routine plays on defense and put the ball in play at the plate”, Lady Eagles coach Jessi Bond said. “I thought Jacqueline threw very well.”

Eagles Split Decisions

Georgetown split two District 25-5A games before its showdown with East View last week. On Monday the Eagles traveled to Cedar Park defeating the Timberwolves, 13-4, in a rain-delayed contest from the previous Friday and then dropped a 9-5 decision at Marble Falls on Tuesday.

Megan McDonald opened the game with an infield single, stole second and third before scoring on Vivian Lopez’s single. After Lopez was caught stealing, the next hitter, Taylor Ellsworth, homered to put the Lady Eagles ahead 2-0. The Timberwolves tied the game at 2-2 with two singles, and a Georgetown error and a sacrifice fly. In the third inning, the Lady Eagles took the lead at 3-2, scoring a run on two walks and a RBI fielder’s choice. Georgetown increased their lead to 5-2 in the fifth inning when Ellsworth walked and Lauryn Best doubled before singles by freshman Emily Jones and Carrie Fulton, one of her four hits on the night. Cedar Park came back with two runs in the bottom of the frame on a triple and two singles to only trail 5-4 after five. In the sixth inning, Cora Champion singled followed by singles from McDonald and Lopez to set up a base-loaded walk by Best. Next McDonald dashed home on a passed ball and Lopez scored on a fielder’s choice to give the Eagles the

lead for good at 8-4. In the seventh after singles by Champion, McDonald and Lopez and an RBI walk by Best, Ellsworth hit a bases-loaded home run to finalize the victory. The Eagles lost a seesaw contest at Marble Falls. After plating a lone run in the first inning on singles by McDonald and Ellsworth, GHS upped its lead to 3-0 when Jacqueline Kay doubled in McDonald and scored after Ellsworth, who had singled, executed an intentional hot-box rundown play that scored Kay. Georgetown gave up four singles, a double and committed two errors to allow the Mustangs five runs as they fell behind 5-3 after three innings. The Eagles rallied back with Jones doubling to right, an Avery Kelly single to set up Jones hustling home on a passed ball and Lopez driving in Kelly with an infield single to tie the game at 5-5. In the bottom of the decisive sixth inning, the Mustangs banged out three singles and two doubles to plate four runs to complete the scoring.

East View split two District 25-5A games in its busy three-game week mandated by a rain delay that included Thursday’s 10-2 loss to Georgetown. On Monday, the Patriots traveled to Vista Ridge for a game washed out on the previous Friday night, defeating the Rangers, 9-6. On Tuesday, they dropped a 5-2 decision to front-running Dripping Springs. Against Vista Ridge, the Patriots opened the scoring in the third inning with an Ashley O’Daniel single followed by Shelby Edwards’ run-scoring double. After Vista Ridge took a 2-1 lead in the bottom of the third, East View came back to tie the game in the fourth when Lauren Saterfield singled, one of her three hits for the day, then came home on Alexus Harris’ sacrifice fly. After a Ranger error in the top of the fifth inning, Emily Jones and Edwards singled followed by Saterfield drilling a liner into the right center for a two-run double to put the Patriots up 5-2. The Rangers added a run in the fifth and two more

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Carver Elementary’s Paula Doerfler Retiring MARISSA AUSTIN p. C3

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Celebrating 50 Years & Educating Three Generations in GISD School’s finally out for Mc-

Coy counselor Paula Doerfler as of May 31. This wonderful educator—and living history of the school district—has been teaching in Georgetown ISD since 1964. Having lived in Georgetown all her life, and working in GISD for five decades, she has the unique distinction of being connected personally to every school, with the exception of George Washington Carver. Jack Frost was her boss, Douglas Benold was her family doctor, she taught with Raye McCoy and Chip Richarte—the list goes on. It was also Paula’s research that landed the name of East View High School. Her first paycheck was $174.00. Her first school building was so new, the plumbing wasn’t even completed so they had six blue and six pink porta-johns, and everyone brought their own water. Over the next 50 years, she would be a part of every iteration of Ray McCoy Elementary School; from the day the building opened as Georgetown Junior High, later renamed McCoy Elementary, to its current namesake off of Shell Road. She credits her career to Louis Spears, a family friend who worked at the Texas Education Association. She was considering a career in physical therapy and Spears suggested a physical education degree to get her started. “When we were in school,” she says, “a girl was a secretary a nurse teacher or a housewife. That was it. Nurse? I wasn’t excited about bedpans. Physical therapist? I didn’t know what that

was but my father was a doctor so I thought medicine was a good choice.” During her junior year she was assigned a two week observation unit at Georgetown High School. “That was it. I fell in love with teaching! I was working with kids I had babysat, neighbors... Georgetown was small, I knew everyone and I was having a ball. I totally forgot about physical therapy from that point on.” GISD changed the first of several policies to accommodate her return to her own school district without the two-year waiting period for new teachers who graduated from its ranks. She started out teaching a halfday of English and reading and half-day of girls P.E. The school had a “huge” staff of 14; some of whom had been her own teachers. At the end of her first year, she was pregnant with her first child. Another policy said pregnant teachers must resign, which she did. The following year, GISD changed policy again to allow pregnant teachers to work until they decided to take time off. “Seems unusual now but this was the 60s. We were still even segregated in those days but I’ve seen alot of terrific changes.” During her last year with Georgetown Middle school, the school had a lot of crowding and reshuffling. “We had teachers in the hallways or coming into the gym when there were no P.E. classes. During planning time, we had to vacate the room for another class. Some moved their classes around with carts. It was so crazy, and we stepped on each other but those were fun times.” In 1967 she got a call from the

high school to teach P.E. True to hardworking form, she coached volleyball, softball, cheering, twirlers and started a girls intramural basketball team on her lunch break. In 1969 she went back to elementary education and taught 6th grade English and reading, got her old P.E. job back and taught for another 16 years; “Teaching was the greatest thrill, and I absolutely loved it beyond words.” She created a junior high girls’ athletic program under Jack Frost’s guidance and promised him she would go first class—no leftover boys equipment or uniforms. When the first few boxes of new gray sweats arrived, the men’s coaches took them and gave the girls their leftovers. As promised, she marched up to the office and within minutes the new sweats were back in the girls’ program where they belonged. “Never had another problem after that.” She is also most proud of her 1974 junior high team who went on to win the high school State Championship in 1979. Unfortunately, nearly two decades of outside work and using her outside voice, she developed polyps in her throat and had to leave the classroom. In 1985, Mr. Frost sent her back to school to become a counselor and fortunately a spot opened up right on schedule. She remained a counselor at Old and New McCoy for the next 31 years until today. Teaching has certainly changed since the 60s. She recalled the smell of the paper that came off the mimeograph machine, the kids’ special treat to clap the erasers, and how crazy it was

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to get their first electric typewriters. “All of a sudden we are on computers and can’t do without them. Kids bring anything digital, all the way to 1st grade. Fifty years ago I wouldn’t have imagined all this.” Paula says 50 is a good round number and she is ready to enjoy more time with her four grandchildren. She plans to finish some writing and work on some projects that have been on the back burner.

“I will miss the kids, the staff, and the parents. I really enjoy all of them. I’ll miss pajama day, crazy hats and socks and theme days. I was blessed to stay a kid my whole life although I did try to set a good example every day. Except maybe at a sporting event or two. I do get excited!” With love in her eyes, her only regret is that there may be kids she meant to help. “I just hope I have made a difference in a few lives, and I hope there are more than I think.”

Paula is proud to be a permanent part of McCoy Elementary. The first floor flex space was christened “The Doerfler Den” in her honor.

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Board Game Night

Come out for a night of fun! Play board games and learn how you can help students in GISD. Not to mention a live trivia game with game show host Mason Crosby of the Green Bay Packers. Proceeds support The Locker; Kids Helping Kids. Tickets are $5 and includes free food. Thursday, March 24 at the Georgetown High School cafeteria; 6-pm.

Quilt and Stitchery Show

Georgetown’s HandCrafts Unlimited Quilt and Stitchery Show features a silent auction, vendors, raffle quilt, scissor sharpening, challenge block, and tea room. April 1 – 2; 445 E. Morrow Street (512) 8691812. Visit HandcraftsUnlimited.com

At the Palace Camelot

Weekends April 22 - May 22, 2016. Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. Based on “The Once and Future King” by T.H. White. The legendary Lerner and Loewe musical, Camelot comes to the Palace stage bringing the classic tale of King Arthur, Guenevere, Lancelot and Merlyn to life. Originally starring Richard Burton, Julie Andrews, Robert

Goulet and Roddy McDowell, Camelot won four Tony awards and played for 873 performances on Broadway. Featuring timeless songs “If Ever I Would Leave You” and “Camelot”. Tickets go on sale February 26, 2016.

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Lecture and Book Signing at G’Town Library

The public is invited to a special presentation by author Yvonne Ward-Hughes at the Georgetown Public Library Hewlett Room on Sunday, May 1 at 2 p.m. The program is free, and there will be a book signing after the lecture. Yvonne Ward-Hughes is the author of The Red Handkerchief: A Holocaust Memoir. The book provides a unique glimpse into the lives of two Roman Catholic members of the Dutch Resistance – teen age sisters – and how they

At age 19, Yvonne WardHughes’ mother, Maria (Rie) Spronk-Hughes, and her 20-year old sister Catharina (Katy) SpronkDeVries, Roman Catholics, joined a resistance group in Amsterdam and performed acts of sabotage against the Nazis. Three years later, they were arrested by the Gestapo and sent to a Nazi prison and then to the Vught concentration camp. In 1944, they were put on trial by the Nazis for sabotage. The Red Handkerchief is based on their story. It is a story of courage and conviction, of determination and survival. “You cannot own my thoughts and you will not own my spirit,” became the mantra of Maria throughout their ordeal. The Red Handkerchief on which the story is based was a 24-inch red,

black and white piece of cloth given by the Nazis to political prisoners as part of their uniforms. Prior to Rie and Katy’s departure from the camp to stand trial for sabotage, they ask the women in the barracks to sign their names in pencil on the red handkerchief. Rie later embroidered the names and messages. The handkerchief became an emblem of friendship, hope and encouragement and is now part of the permanent exhibit at the Holocaust Museum in Houston. The message of the book resonates today as it deals with bullying, sexual harassment, discrimination, degradation and the will to survive and ‘Stand Up For Justice.’ “You should always think for yourself and stand up for what you believe in. You have a moral obligation to do the right thing,” says Maria Spronk-Hughes. The author will speak about her mother and aunt’s experiences and moral courage. Rie, who is now 94, will be available to answer questions and sign copies of the book. This event is sponsored by Congregation Havurah Shalom of Sun City, to commemorate Yom Hashoah, the Holocaust Day of Remembrance. For more information, contact Ellen Silverman with Congregation Havurah Shalom at 512-943-0600.

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TEN QUESTIONS: Marissa Austin Palace Theater Exec Director

What brought you to Georgetown and the Palace Theater? My husband, Joe, accepted the position of head football coach at Southwestern University....I decided I liked him (and Texas), so I came with and was so very excited to learn that Georgetown had its very own theatre! With an undergrad in Theatre Arts and a graduate degree in Organizational Management, the executive director position is my dream job! Tell me something that surprises people about your job when they ask you about it? Most people are surprised about the size and scope of our operations. The Palace Theatre has over 300 volunteers including set builders, ushers, actors, crew, board members, and beyond. All of the volunteers are essential to not only keeping our nonprofit running but maintaining our high production and program quality. We also do so much more than our main stage shows. We have children and adult education programs, and cabaret and smaller plays in our Playhouse. How do you balance a busy home life; young children, football season, and running a Georgetown legacy? My husband says I’m awesome...but I am really just overly organized. I am a planner and nothing happens in our house without a plan. We are finding that a little flexibility is necessary

with an infant, but we have an incredible Georgetown family that is very supportive.

keeping them organized and happy can be demanding. And then there is always the theatre drama that can be trying, but that is what makes us a family.

Tell us a funny story about one of your productions. During a sold out show of Anything Goes, part of the set fell down! No one was hurt, but the actor did have to wait for the audience to catch their breath. He turned, looked at it the fallen set, and said, “Stupid boat” and went right on. The crowd roared! That’s live Theatre.

Do you have the acting bug? Always! I am not sure that ever goes away and someday I do hope to perform on the Palace Stage. That would be a great honor.

What is the last new thing you learned about the arts or working in entertainment? It is possible to zipline in the Palace. With the right technical director and incredible crew, anything is possible.

What is a typical day like for you? There really are not typical days, which is what I love about the Palace. My schedule is pretty fluid depending on what is happening at the theatre and around town. I generally try to get to the theatre as early as possible as our box office opens at 10am and I can get so much done between 7am and 10am. My position includes overseeing the operations of the Palace, leading and managing fundraising efforts, and being a “face” of the theatre. So I spend a considerable amount of time writing grants, meeting with donors, giving presentations to local groups on who the Palace is and what we do,

If you could do any other job but yours, what can you see yourself doing? This really is my dream job and cannot imagine myself anywhere else. It is my plan to someday be a full-time volunteer, but first we have a children’s theatre to build for Georgetown. What is the best or most challenging thing about running a theater? The best part is the wonderful and dedicated people who are involved in so many different aspects. The most challenging part is probably the sheer number people it takes to run the theatre,

creating and maintaining budgets, overseeing marketing and PR, managing staff and volunteers, and controlling drama :)

10. What ten words of advice would you give your younger self if you were starting this job today? Always be a blessing and love those around you. Always.

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The Big Issues Citizens of the world have many disagreements. Paper or plastic. Tastes Great!... Less Filling! Sweet or Unsweet. And before I go on, can we just establish that there’s no such thing as UNsweet tea? It’s just tea. To “Unsweet” tea you would have to remove the sugar from what is arguably already the world’s best natural drink. How about Not Sweet, or Never Sweetened tea? Just sayin. Anyway, a few years ago the toilet paper industry did a survey to determine that the toilet paper roll should be placed with the flap on top. There, that’s settled.

MARCH 23, 2016  THE ADVOCATE Now for the really big problem. Is the thermostat too hot or too cold? I’m just going to say it. Hot is better than cold. I can already hear the arguments in every office, master bedroom and car. People who are hot think the people who are cold should just layer up and be quiet about it. Put a space heater under your desk. Get a blanket. But, there’s only so much clothing I can put on before I look like a giant tick and really can’t get my work done. Yes, I turn on the seat warmer when it’s 70 degrees out. I have six king sized fleece blankets in my house. I can’t sit under a ceiling fan when the air conditioning is blowing. People who are cold think it is ridiculous that we have to pack a sweater whenever we want to go to the movies, a restaurant or office in July because

If you could have the mind or the body of a 30 year old for life, which would you choose?

someone else might develop a bead of perspiration over lunch if the air conditioning is above 65 degrees. I want to eat my sandwich, not fossilize it. Sitting on my hands in the staff meeting because my fingernails are blue while the person sitting next to me is fanning herself in the path of an oscillating fan -- both of us wondering how on Earth can she be [the opposite of me]? I’m dying here!

Here are some facts.

Your breathing and your memory are better when your body is warm. Warm air is relaxing to your lungs; especially when it’s moist. Your blood pressure decreases so your brain works better. Sweating improves the look of your skin and helps boost your immunity. You are twice as likely to die from extreme cold than

Roger, programmer: My body. Men’s brains are still too stupid until we turn about 40.

extreme heat. Cold hurts. If you’re outdoors any length of time and not bundled up like an Eskimo, you start talking like you’re drunk because you can’t move your jaw. In the heat you may sweat buckets, but as long as you drink plenty of water, you’re good. There’s no such thing as “heat-bite” that will cause your fingers and toes to turn black and fall off. No one ever closed a road because there was too much sunshine, or cracked a skull on a sidewalk that was too dry. Very few people retire from Texas to North Dakota. Heating your house costs more than cooling it. Even a fever is good for you; kills off whatever’s making you sick. And I don’t care how cold-natured you are; no one wants to sit on a cold toilet seat.

Neither one is comfortable, of course, and that’s exactly the point—pick your misery. Let’s face it: Even the most hardy among us can live comfortably without insulation only in an extremely narrow range. Most people only say “beautiful day” somewhere between 65-80 degrees. Down sweaters or linen shirts help, but the comfort window is still small and the longer we spend exposed, the more likely our defenses activate; shivering, sweating...and complaining. For those of you who insist that 65 degrees is the perfect temperature for sleep, I stipulate that may be true—on average. But that is only for your head, and if you’re a hot/cold person who prefers another number, you’re just as likely to have a bad night’s sleep because your brain is

always working to achieve your perfect state. The right number is whatever lowers *your* body temperature a few degrees at night. And of course you have to be able to stick one foot outside the covers to warm/ cool the rest of your body appropriately. I suppose my point is that for whatever reason, thyroid, body mass, metabolism, it’s rare to be in sync with any one or more persons but somehow, we cold people get more flak for being cold. Y’know, cause we’re doing it on purpose, right? In the plus column for cold, I bet no one ever complains about the smell of the athletes at the Iditarod or in a snow-angel competition. So there, one point for cold. Meanwhile, I’ll be in a hot tub at a beach on the equator if anyone needs me.

Barbara, retired: The mind; we need our soundest mind to face all of life’s challenges and cope better with a good strong mind.

Jason, airplane mechanic: My body. My mind is sharper at 44 than it was at 30 and my body is much fatter now than I was at that age.

Beth, retired: My mind, of course. I know more today than I did at that age so I can only imagine how much more I would remember now if my mind never aged.

Rose, 5, is a Catahoula Leopard mix. She is 78 lbs and very smart! She knows sit, stay, and more. She is housetrained, likes toys/treats, is friendly, mellow and loving. Rose would prefer to be the only dog in the home, however, she might do well with another dog who has no problem letting her be the boss!

Cupid, 2, is a domestic short-hair mix. As you would expect, Cupid is an affectionate boy who just wants to be close to you.

Bunny is a staff and volunteer favorite, and loves to spoon with her person! Bunny is full of happy playfulness and she lives to please. She’s a very well-trained dog, even house-trained! Bunny’s also one of our very lucky recipients of an Adoption Angel’s generosity - her fee is already paid for.

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Cinnamon (above) and Dorito (right) are 15-year-old sisters whose family moved and left them behind. They are both affectionate, petite and mellow. Cinnamon is not at all grumpy, despite her expression, and in fact she loves to be snuggled.

Dorito is a bit more adventurous and will explore his environment before enjoying some good petting. After all they have been through, they would really love a home together. FREE adoption to seniors 65+ and only $50 for both to anyone else. Won’t you give these senior gals a place for their golden years?

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sequel. It is actually described as a “successor” since it does not reference or follow the first Cloverfield film but merely has similar elements. That being said, it has a great pedigree, having been produced by Bad Robot studios, headed by J.J. Abrams, well known for his work in the television show “Lost” as well as the Star Trek and Star Wars franchises. It’s also worth noting that he abandoned the handycam style of filming he used in Cloverfield. If you are prone to motion sickness, you will appreciate that. The movie stars John Goodman as Howard, and his two co-stars (are they captive or are they rescues?) Michelle and Emmet. Normally, the audience is in on the plot before the characters are. In this film, we are all equally in the dark and learning the truth together as we go along. Michelle is played by Mary Elizabeth Winstead, whom some may know as the grown up Lucy McLane in the DieHard franchise. She is understand-

ably cynical throughout, as any woman would be under similar circumstances. Michelle is a strong female character; problem-solving and strong but not to the level of a Sarah Connor or Ellen Ripley. She is believable and admirable even if her particular saving skill is a little too on the nose for the plot. But I give Abrams points for originality. Emmet, played by John Gallagher, Jr., is sincere and goofy, and his comic relief is very innocent but he has some great moments of depth and strength. This movie has a little bit of everything. There is suspense throughout and it’s hard to know just which scary thing you’re

going to end up being scared of; slashers, aliens, serial killer, armageddon, World War III? It’s a little like Jaws, which was exponentially more frightening since we never really saw the shark until the end. And unlike one or two Stephen King movies, the reveal doesn’t disappoint. In between all the “where are we going with this?” there are moments of warmth, humor and sympathy for what they are all going through. People who like movies will like this movie. It’s funny, it’s enigmatic, it’s exciting and it’s pretty unique in the genre.

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Vic’s Grocery 217 E. Main • Florence 254-793-2260 Mon-Sat 6 am - 9 pm • Sun 7 am - 9 pm

Fresh Meat • Frozen Foods Dairy • Grocery • Produce Deli Fresh Pizza • Burgers Hot & Cold Sandwiches • Salads Philly Cheese Steaks Breakfast Tacos

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MARCH 23, 2016  THE ADVOCATE Kids can help by setting the “tea tray,” a necessary component for tea time. You’ll need a sugar bowl, pitcher for milk and a small plate with sliced lemons. Cover the coffee table of dining-room table with a white lace cloth. (She collects hers at tag sales.) Then place cups, saucers, spoons and napkins around the table. Each person can be given a dessert plate and butter knife used to cut scones or cake into pieces or for spreading butter and cream. When it’s time to sit down, let the children be responsible for passing the milk, sugar, cake or scones.

Take Time for Tea When you think of “tea time,” the image

of sipping a relaxing cup of tea with friends may come to mind, but when those words bounce off the walls in my house, the teapot isn’t whistling. Instead, my husband and sons are racing out the door to make their “tee time” at the golf course. When my Irish-born friend Margaret moved to the States more than 10 years ago, she couldn’t help but notice our always-on-the-go, hectic and harried lifestyle. She was determined to show Americans that it is possible to pause and enjoy friendship like the Irish tend to do. So she not only makes a daily event of tea time for herself, but she also shares the tradition with her children and friends. Why not make a family resolution to slow down and enjoy simple moments together, like tea time? As Margaret observes, “By the time everyone sips some tea, slathers scones with jam and butter, sips and then pours more tea, can you imagine the wonderful one-on-one discussions a person can have with children, family and friends?”

The Proper Pot of Tea

1. Boil a kettle of water. 2. Pour 1 inch of hot water into a china or silver teapot. Swirl to warm and then pour it out. 3. Into the pot, measure 1 teaspoon of tea per person and 1 extra teaspoon for the pot. 4. Add rapidly boiling water to the pot and steep for five minutes. 5. Strain tea into teacups. 6. Dispose of used tea leaves in compost pile or scatter them around your growing roses. Serve with whole milk if you wish. It gives tea a nice color and rounds out the flavor. Children tend to prefer it that way. *** Donna Erickson’s award-winning series “Donna’s Day” is airing on public television nationwide. To find more of her creative family recipes and activities, visit DonnasDay.com and link to the NEW Donna’s Day Facebook fan page. Her latest book is “Donna Erickson’s Fabulous Funstuff for Families.”

Fun Facts

On an estimate, there are about 1,500 kinds of tea and there could be more. Coming next to water, tea is the second most consumed drink in the whole wide world. Tea is the national drink of Great Britain, Afghanistan and Iran. Lipton Tea is the most popular and best-selling brand of tea in the world and its factory in Jebel Ali, Dubai manufactures at least 5 billion tea bags for sale in a year. Here are some ideas to get started on your family tea:

New Hope Baptist ChurcH

Sunday Services Sunday School: 9:45 am | Worship: 11am Sunday Evening Service: 6 pm

“The Barn Church” Interim Pastor Ed Thomas

Adult Service & Youth Service (7th -12th grade)

Wednesday Services: 7 pm Adult Bible Study RA & GA(Boys & Girls 1st - 6th grades) Youth Group (7th -12th grade)

1700 CR 305 | Jarrell, TX | (512) 746-2828

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, Georgetown, Walburg, Williamson County and the world.

H e Is Ris en

He Is Risen Indeed ZionWalburg.org

Zion Lutheran Church • 6001 FM 1105 • Georgetown • 512-863-3065 March 24 • 7 pm Maundy Thursday Communion Service

March 25 • 7 pm Good Friday Service

March 27 Resurrection Sunday 7 am Sunrise Service - Garden of Praise 8 am • 10:45 am • 6 pm Services

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