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San Clemente seniors Jessica de Gree, left, and Hailey Ord will co-captain the Tritons girls basketball team as they head into the new season. The Tritons are looking to repeat as South Coast League champions. Photo by Steve Breazeale

TOP 5: City to Replace Decorative Pavers at North Beach, Marblehead Update

Youth of the Year Finds Home at Boys & Girls Club

Inside: Holiday Happenings & Gift Guide

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LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano’s tiered water rate structure has drawn the legal crosshairs of another resident, who filed a multi-million dollar claim that could become a class-action lawsuit. John D. Jenkins is seeking $20 to $30 million to be returned to residents from water bills collected under the tiered rates since February 2010. The claim heavily cites the city’s ongoing lawsuit with the Capistrano Taxpayers Association. The CTA won the favor of Judge Gregory Munoz, who found that the city’s rate structure violated Proposition 218 because rates were not relative to the cost of service. Munoz also found that the city illegally charged for recycled water despite the fact that not all ratepayers had it immediately available to them. The city appealed Munoz’s final ruling in September and must now file its opening appellate brief by December 24.

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Concerns about density, traffic, height, deliveries and parking were highlighted last week as the Dana Point Planning Commission heard a 258-room, two- to five-story hotel proposal for the southwest corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Dana Point Harbor Drive. “While I am prodevelopment of the empty, blighted lots in Dana Point, I am concerned about the scale of this project as proposed,” said local resident Kirsten Reynolds. Other speakers would echo Reynolds’s concerns about the project’s scope. Some feared a city granted variance, to build above the 35-foot limit, would set a precedent and create a “tunnel-like view” entering Dana Point. Others expressed doubt in the developer’s ability to finance the project, provide parking for employees and mitigate traffic congestion. A public hearing will be held Monday, December 9, at which time the hotel’s fate could be decided.

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… SONGS Rebates?

THE LATEST: Southern California electricity ratepayers could soon see a portion of a $94 million recommended refund from owners of the shuttered San Onofre nuclear plant. Last week, state Public Utilities Commission administrative law judges delivered suggested decisions, ordering the major owners of the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, Southern California Edison and San Diego Gas & Electric, to refund $74.2 million and $19.3 million to their customers’ 2012 bills, respectively. The preliminary decisions are part of a broader CPUC investigation into outages at SONGS, which has not produced electric power since January 2012. In June, Edison permanently closed the plants two nuclear reactors after defects were discovered in both units’ steam generators. After a failed restart attempt, Edison called it quits. The decisions criticize Edison for being “single-minded about its restart plan” for the plant, noting “SCE’s decision to apply resources to a restart plan was the result of an unsound decision-making process, primarily because SCE did not consider cost effectiveness or alternatives.” While the judgments would allow the utilities to keep a majority of rates collected last year, for operations and management of the plant, Judge Karen Clopton found Edison should have realized by May 2012 that SONGS would be inoperable again that year. WHAT’S NEXT: The five-member commission could approve the judges’ recommendation at a meeting next month, with customers potentially seeing refunds on their bills starting in January 2014. FIND OUT MORE: For more, visit www.sanclementetimes.com. — Jim Shilander San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

… the North Beach Pavers?

THE LATEST: The San Clemente City Council voted last week to replace decorative pavers at the intersection of El Camino Real and Avenida Pico near North Beach with asphalt, due to a number of maintenance issues. The pavers, which have been in place for only two-and-a-half years, have had issues since they were installed, said City Engineer Bill Cameron. However, the city has been unable to determine the exact cause of the problems, leading to a decision to lay asphalt over the area. Cameron said a number of factors could have collectively caused the failure of the pavers, including both the volume and speed of traffic through the intersection and unforeseen drainage issues. The city attempted to get information from the original contractor on the project to see if the pavers could be repaired, Cameron said. However, the contractor did not have access to special sand required to lock the pavers in place and keep water out. WHAT’S NEXT: Cameron said the city is currently negotiating a final start date with the contractor to remove the pavers and repave the area. He said the work was likely to begin the first or second week of December. FIND OUT MORE: For more on the story, visit www.sanclementetimes.com. — JS

… Talega Traffic

THE LATEST: Talega parents told the City Council last week that traffic for parents waiting to pick up their children had

reached a boiling point near Vista Del Mar Elementary School. Pamela Denayer, a crossing guard at the corner of Avenida Talega and Calle Portofino, said there had been a number of “near misses” involving children at the school. A number of parents who spoke at the meeting also had similar stories. Denayer asked the council to reopen the city’s traffic task force to review the issue. WHAT’S NEXT: Lt. John Coppock, chief of police services, said his department had received a number of calls asking to step up enforcement near schools but noted that his department often received complaints when they did so. The council advised parents to also discuss the matter with the Capistrano Unified School District. FIND OUT MORE: For updates, check out www.sanclementetimes.com. — JS

… Marblehead Commercial?

THE LATEST: With progress being made toward the completion of trails and parks at the Marblehead Coastal residential project, headway is also being made on the commercial outlet mall being developed by Craig Realty. The developer pulled permits and paid bonds last week to complete grading on the commercial side of the development, said Tom Bonigut, assistant city engineer. Once the grading is complete, building pad certification can be granted and construction can begin. The certification is on track to be given in February, assuming weather cooperates, Bonigut said. Grading work is expected to start shortly, and contractors are currently staging equipment.

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WHAT’S NEXT: The developer is currently planning on a spring 2015 opening of the first shops at the commercial center, according to the city. Improvements to Avenida Vista Hermosa and Avenida Pico are on track to begin in early 2014, with the completion of Vista Hermosa expected by the end of that year. FIND OUT MORE: For updates, follow us on twitter @S_C_times. —JS

… iHope?

THE LATEST: The San Clemente-based homeless advocacy group iHope will close its San Clemente office next month and operate out a Capistrano Beach property, leaders of the group confirmed. An email sent to supporters of the organization Tuesday states that the organization will host clients for the last time at its location at 106 West Canada on Friday, and that the office will be closed next month. The organization has plans to open an office in San Clemente next year. Members of iHope clashed with the city of Dana Point earlier this year, following the death of a homeless woman in the Capistrano Beach-area in early 2013. In 2011, the city began enforcing a 10bed zoning restriction, which ultimately led to the closing of area’s only emergency shelter. iHope members pressed the city at a string of spring meetings to reconsider their bed restriction. WHAT’S NEXT: The organization said it is looking for a temporary home for its resource center after January 1 that would house it for two months, before an emergency shelter can be established in San Clemente. FIND OUT MORE: For updates, visit www.sanclementetimes.com. —JS www.sanclementetimes.com

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Finding a Life Behind the Blue Door Youth of the Year Laura Perez credits club with her success By Jim Shilander San Clemente Times

aura Perez isn’t sure where she’d be if she hadn’t walked into the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast Area at age 6. Now, at 17, she’s helping to make a difference in the lives of those coming into the club themselves. Perez, now a senior at San Clemente High School, was honored Saturday at the club’s annual fundraising dinner and auction as the club’s Youth of the Year. She is one of 16 club members in the county to receive the honor. More than 42,000 children are active in the 16 clubs around the county. In San Clemente, the club serves an average of 350 children per day, with a membership base of 1,800. Andy Brosche, the club’s director of operations, said Perez was chosen for the honor by staff on the strength of her grades and volunteer efforts inside the club. “It has really changed me,” Perez said. “It helped me with school. Home is a small house with a big family, so here I received help. I developed more as a person. I matured faster with all the groups I joined.” Perez said she began doing community service projects through the club at age 8. She is now a part of a leadership council at the club and has also coached younger club members in soccer. Perez is also now helping younger students with homework at the club in the same way she was helped as a youngster. “It gives me a good feeling, because I was there one day, receiving help from someone. Now I get to help the younger ones,” Perez said. Perez is also an active part of the club’s “Be Great, Graduate” program which provides academic support to high school

Boys & Girls Club Executive Director Kent Campbell thanks the attendees at Saturday’s annual fundraising dinner and auction. Photo by Jim Shilander

San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

Laura Perez said the Boys & Girls Club of the South Coast area has served as her “second home” for 11 years. Perez, now a senior at San Clemente High School, has been coming to the club since she was 6. Photo by Jim Shilander

students. Perez said the support she’s received through the club helped her to get through courses. “It was the first thing that impacted my life when I was young,” she said. “They mentored me here, they encouraged me to take higher level classes and brought in individual tutors to help.” Perez, the youngest of six siblings, hopes to become the first in her family to graduate from a university. “We grew up all together, and we’re a very good family,” she said. “The only thing is we’re loud and so when it came to doing my homework, it felt like I couldn’t focus sometimes at home. When I came here, I found that place where I could get help and where I can focus. I was around with my friends as well. It made me feel comfortable.” While her siblings have grown, Perez said, her family’s house remains a gathering spot for the whole family, including her young nieces and nephews. Sometimes, she said, it helped to walk just around the corner to the club to help her focus. “This is basically my second home. This is where I feel comfortable,” she said. Perez is also involved with the Advancement Via Individual Determination program at San Clemente High School. That program provides support and guidance for students on their college admissions projects, as well as academic help. She also participates in a number of clubs at the school. Perez has applied to a number of California State University schools, with the hope of going into the medical field but said she would ideally like to stay close to home. Brosche said Perez’s leadership with younger children was one of the aspects of

Donor Robert Harrison receives high-fives from Boys & Girls Club members for a pledge of support Saturday. Photo by Jim Shilander

her character that led the staff to choose her for the honor. Perez was among several older club members trained by staff as mentors for younger students. Each mentor was given charge over seven youths, which included private sit downs to review their progress. “It was a challenge and a very good thing that she did for our club,” he said. “She’s a fantastic young lady. We’ve been able to see her grow up. Anytime we would do something extra, she’d be there. Anytime the community would reach out to us for volunteers, like the Exchange Club St. Patrick’s Day Dinner, she’d be there.” As part of the Youth of the Year program, Perez competes with the other winners from the 15 clubs throughout the county for a $1,000 scholarship. The winner of that competition is eligible for

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higher Youth of the Year honors in the region and the state. “Her character is just amazing,” Brosche said. “There’s nothing we can say negative about Laura. We knew she would be a good ambassador for our club, and that’s ultimately what we want. There’s a lot she does as youth of the year and what we were looking for a good ambassador.” Kent Campbell, executive director of the club, said the total amount raised at Saturday’s event has yet to be calculated, but he expected the club would either reach or exceed its goal of $170,000 for the event. $63,000 was donated at the auction in the form of sponsorships alone. The club also received a pair of $10,000 donations from the Coral Thrift Shop and the Hansen family. The event was the largest ever for the organization as well, with 470 people in attendance. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

EYE ON SC CITY AND COMMUNITY CALENDAR Thursday, November 28 City Office Closed for Thanksgiving City offices closed Thursday and Friday for the holiday, www.san-clemente.org.

Saturday, November 30 Saturday Produce Basket 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Every Saturday get fresh-picked, $20 veggie/fruit baskets at Villagio Giardino at the Bella Collina Towne & Golf Club. 200 Avenida La Pata, San Clemente, 949.697.0032, www.vrgreenfarms.com/basket.

Sunday, December 1 San Clemente Farmers Market 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce, flowers and more every Sunday along Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine. First Sunday of the Month Book Sale 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Gently used book on many topics and holiday specials at San Clemente Library, 242 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Monday, December 2 Hanukkah Lunch Noon. Holiday luncheon at the Dorothy Visser Senior Center. 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, 949.498.3322.

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PROPS, RECOGNITIONS AND MORSELS OF INFO Former Navy Captain to Fill Water District’s General Manager Role The South Coast Water District has hired a new general manager, closing out a nationwide search that reopened in September after a mutual agreement ended contract talks with the district’s interim leader. Andrew Brunhart, a retired U.S. Navy captain, comes to the district from the U.S. Department of Treasury, where he worked with the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Brunhart has 30 years of experience managing and operating public utilities and infrastructure as a civil engineer corps officer. He also served as general manager of a sanitation district in Maryland. Burnhart is slated to start his new position Monday, December 2. The SCWD serves residents in Dana Point, south Laguna Beach and parts of San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano.

Toastmasters 7 p.m.–8:40 p.m. Practice public speaking every Tuesday in a friendly and supportive atmosphere at the Baha’i Center. 3316 Avenida Del Presidente, www.toastmastersclubs.org. City Council Meeting 6 p.m. Regular meeting in City Hall Council Chambers. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Wednesday, December 4 Read with Chloe 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Kids can practice reading skills at the library with Chloe, a certified therapy dog. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.san-clemente.org. Planning Commission Meeting 6 p.m. Study session in Ocean View Conference Room; 7 p.m. Regular meeting in Council Chambers. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

event Saturday, November 30. The event formally kicks off with a parade down Avenida Del Mar at 5 p.m., which will conclude with the arrival of Santa Claus on a fire truck. Avenida Del Mar, however, will close at 2 p.m. Shuttle service will be available, from 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. from San Clemente High School. Santa will also be taking photos until 9 p.m. in the Ole Hanson Room at the San Clemente Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville. The event will include performances from a number of local entertainment groups, including the San Clemente Madrigals of SCHS and San Clemente Singers. Food will be served by local restaurants, including Hulapop Kettle Corn, Always Inn Bed & Breakfast, Cafe Calypso, Carbonara’s and The Cellar. A number of area businesses and nonprofits will also be showcased throughout the 100 and 200 blocks of the street.

San Clemente Man Honored by Komen Foundation

DBA Celebrates Glitz Saturday The San Clemente Downtown Business Association and the city of San Clemente will showcase the annual Puttin’ on the Glitz

Susan G. Komen Orange County recognized volunteers and Race for the Cure

team captains at an appreciation reception Tuesday, October 19 at Medieval Times in Buena Park. Individuals and volunteer groups throughout Orange County were acknowledged in eight categories for work and dedication in helping the Komen Orange County Affiliate advance its mission toward finding a cure for breast cancer. In addition, the county organization recognized its top 25 Race for the Cure teams, who collectively raised more than $400,000 this year. Among the award winners were “Partner for the Cure” category winners Dan Van Dyck of Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Mike Muir of San Clemente. Van Dyck and Muir are cocreators of Standup for the Cure, a standup paddling fundraising event that raises money for Komen. The second annual event earlier this year raised $100,000 for Komen Orange County. Have something interesting for the community? Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more. Forward a picture along, too! We’ll put your submissions into “News Bites.” Send your information to editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

Scare Tactics

County combats Poche pollution with unlikely pair By Andrea Papagianis and Jim Shilander San Clemente Times

Tuesday, December 3 SC Sunrise Rotary Club 7:15 a.m.– 8:30 a.m. Meeting at Signature Grille at the Talega Golf Club, 990 Avenida Talega, 949.374.3316, www.scsunriserotary.org.

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range County’s ongoing efforts to limit pollution at Poche Beach have turned to an unusual duo of helpers. A pair of coyote decoys have been “patrolling” the beach since early November in an attempt to ward off seagulls. The gulls have been a persistent problem at Poche for years, and are thought to be responsible for high bacteria readings at the county beach, near the Dana Point/ San Clemente line. Six times since 1999, Poche has landed itself on California’s Top 10 Beach Bummers list. This year, Poche’s high bacteria levels garnered it the No.3 slot on Heal the Bay’s annual statewide beach report card. The watchdog group monitors more than 600 beaches statewide, and utilizing weekly bacteria levels reported by area health departments, awards each beach a letter grade. In May, Poche failed. The city of San Clemente and Orange County have taken a number of steps in recent years to keep gulls from congregating on the shore, including the installation of ultrasonic devices and use of trained birds of prey. Such steps typically work for a time, but often seagulls adapt and return. “The main goal is to keep the water

San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

A pair of coyote decoys have been charged with keeping seagulls away from Poche Beach in recent weeks. Photo by Jim Shilander

quality good for the public,” said Kevin Estrada, a ranger with the county’s South Coast Operations. “For years, the gulls coming from the dump have driven down water quality ratings.” Estrada, who has been with southern beach operations for three years, looked to Michiganders battle with Canada geese to solve seagull woes at Poche. Recommended as a geese deterrent by the Great Lake’s state Department of Natural Resources, Estrada deployed two coyote decoys to Poche’s shoreline on Saturday, November 9. “I just checked it (Heal the Bay, Beach Report Card) and we have an A+ at Poche,

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so I guess the coyotes are doing pretty well so far,” Estrada said. While the scare tactic appears to be working, Estrada was quick to be cautious. Earlier this year, the county saw fending off gull success with a high-pitched ultrasound system on the beach. But the gulls returned, undeterred and seemingly used to the piercing sound coming from beachside speakers. In August, the city hired a falconer who used trained, untethered hawks and falcons to ward off gulls. The county has also seen success with birds of prey at the Prima Deshecha landfill, the gull’s primary feeding site. “The falconer did a great job, and there were no gulls there when he was there,” Estrada said. “But when he left, the gulls realized it. If we can have some combination of the two, then Poche could have an A+ rating all year round.” From afar, the coyotes had been effective, said Tom Bonigut, assistant city engineer in San Clemente. The gulls appear, for now at least, to have migrated a few hundred yards north of the beach. In recent days a large number of pelicans have gathered in their stead near Poche, but Bonigut said past DNA readings have shown few pelican signs, as opposed to hundreds of gull markers. To read the full beach report card, visit www.healthebay.org. SC www.sanclementetimes.com

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Business Beat

BY JIM SHILANDER AND ANDREA PAPAGIANIS

News and updates on San Clemente’s business community NEW LOCATION u Active Culture, 111 S. El Camino Real 949.276.4625, www.velvetyogurt.com Faye Clapp of Active Culture said the businesses’ move to its new location across the street from its former home was a good time to create a whole new identity in San Clemente. Now known as Active Culture, the shop has added a breakfast menu and a whole host of new offerings. “This is a really great opportunity for a full makeover,” Clapp said. “We also own Active Culture in Laguna Beach. It’s doing well, so we wanted to bring them together.” Clapp said the previous space was essentially built out, and did not allow for the opportunity to add the new equipment and space necessitated by the changes. As Active Culture, the store now offers shakes, smoothies and a breakfast menu. Clapp said it the offerings fit the healthful, natural food aesthetic of the two stores. The company is keeping the Velvet Yogurt brand name for its yogurt offerings, she said. Hours have also expanded. The store will be open from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Sunday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday

Faye Clapp at the newly rebranded Active Culture store on El Camino Real. The former Velvet Yogurt moved across the street from its previous location, allowing for expanded offerings, including breakfast. Photo by Jim Shilander

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

Monday, November 25 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Aragon, 100 Block (8:38 a.m.) A woman was at the park and saw a 50- to 60-year-old naked man inside his house, standing in the front window holding his penis. The caller’s husband went over to take a picture and saw the subject outside hitting his head. When the subject saw the caller’s husband he went back inside the house. CITIZEN ASSIST Avenida San Dimas, 100 Block (5:28 a.m.) A man called to report his house San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

and Saturday. Clapp said she had heard from some customers who were worried about what might have been going on. “I think there was a little bit of concern, but a lot of folks in San Clemente drive to Laguna Beach to get the food there,” she said. “They didn’t know we owned both.”

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was toilet papered. He told deputies he believes his neighbor is to blame because the TP leads back to their residence.

to obtain the man’s address using his phone number and Orange County Fire Authority was dispatched to respond to a possible seizure.

u zpizza, 1021 Avenida Pico, Suite C, www.zpizza.com, 949.498.3505 Longtime owners of San Clemente’s branch of zpizza, Barbara and Don MacIsaac, have handed over the reins of their California

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Canada, 100 Block (12:50 a.m.) A caller reported a suspicious person outside her bedroom. She said the subject was outside looking in at her. The woman was unable to describe the subject, as she saw only “a shadow and then a head.”

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Saturday, November 23

TRAFFIC ACCIDENT Avenida Mendocino/I-5 Freeway (3:50 p.m.) Two vehicles were observed on Avenida Mendocino with their airbags deployed. The caller did not mention the condition of the passengers. WELFARE CHECK Avenida Santa Barbara, 200 Block (12:30 p.m.) A woman believed her neighbor was being held in his home, against his will. The caller said the man was being held by his daughter’s boyfriend, who is selling drugs out of the apartment. WELFARE CHECK Via Adrian, 0 Block (4:35 a.m.) A man called 911 to report that while watching the NFL Network, the screen had flashed to a scene from the movie Cars. The man then began telling the operator about “some court case.” The operator was able

DISTURBANCE El Camino Real, 100 Block (1:26 a.m.) A woman hit another woman in the face with a bottle and reportedly spit on her. The victim reported she was “sitting on” the subject in front of where the altercation took place.

DISTURBANCE Camino De Estrella, 500 Block (11:23 p.m.) A man was smoking near the gas pumps at a filling station. The subject then went inside the station’s store and refused to leave when asked by the clerk. The man was described as a 29-year-old blond man on a skateboard. DISTURBANCE Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (8:08 p.m.) A caller reported an altercation between a man and a woman. After being hit by the man, the woman fled into a bathroom on the pier with a bloody nose. GENERAL BROADCAST El Camino Real, 2300 Block (7:20 p.m.) A black Prius was reportedly driving erratically, swerving between lanes. When the caller reported the vehicle, it had been

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inspired eatery. But the pair will remain a restaurant staple for a few more weeks, as new owners Radim and Jennifer Konecny make their transition. “We recently made the very difficult decision to move on to a new chapter in our lives,” the MacIssacs said in an email. “It is time to turn the store over to more capable hands, which we have found in Radim and Jennifer.” Barbara, Don and daughter, Kasey, opened a local arm of the Laguna Beach-startup nearly a decade ago, and were immediately welcomed with open arms by members of the community, who became lifelong friends, the pair said. “We’ve watched you fall in love, marry and have children and now they have become ‘Little zpizza Lovers,’” the MacIssacs wrote. “We have been so incredibly blessed to have had you in our lives.” With their daughter moving to Idaho, her nuptials on the horizon and a string of health concerns, the MacIssacs made their decision to move on. And while their decision wasn’t easy, they said the location is being left in good hands, with owners who will continue where the MacIssacs left off.

parked behind a bar. DISTURBANCE Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (6:33 p.m.) A man on a skateboard was weaving in front of traffic and urinating in public. MISSING CHILD Avenida Santa Barbara, 200 Block (5:10 p.m.) A woman reported her 11-year-old son did not return home from playing with his friends. She attempted to contact him but his cell phone battery was dead. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCE Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (3:58 p.m.) Authorities were advised of a man exposing himself and masturbating in public. The man was described being a heavyset and in his 50s with long grey hair. He was seen walking toward North Beach. ASSIST OUTSIDE AGENCY Avenida Victoria, 600 Block (11:41 a.m.) A caller requested animal control respond to an injured pigeon on the San Clemente Pier. DISTURBANCE Camino De Los Mares, 600 Block (9:26 a.m.) A patient at the hospital was threatening to urinate on the floor of the lobby. He was being aggressive and hostile toward the staff. The unemployed, 57-yearold man was arrested, taken to the Intake Release Center, cited and released. www.sanclementetimes.com

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GUEST OPINION: Lew’s Views by Lew Avera

Behind the Scenes of the OC Grand Jury A few more insights into what goes on behind closed doors in the grand jury room

ast month I suggested grand jury service as an opportunity of a lifetime. In so doing, I provided background information on the derivation, statutory background and other information, but little on the real dynamics of full time service for a year on our local Orange County Grand Jury. Briefly, some of those are below. Grand jury members are selected from across the county. They represent a very wide and diverse range of experiences and perspectives. The foreperson of the jury is selected by the court, however, other positions such as pro tem, secretary, committee chairs, etc. are selected by the jury members themselves. These kind of organizational dynamics require a very high level of teamwork and collegiality. It doesn’t mean that all members have to see eye-to-eye or agree on everything. Quite

the contrary. The law requires that public actions and decisions be made with a vote of at least 12 of the 19 members. Should we not agree with the “supermajority” vote, crucial is the ability to LEW’S VIEWS put the issues behind us By Lew Avera and move on to the next matter of business. Among the sterling rewards of serving are the potentially lasting relationships and friendships with fellow jurors developed through serving and working together for the year. The county grand jury is organized into six “investigative” committees of six members each. Each member of the jury serves on two of these committees. In addition, there are two larger committees, editorial and orientation, which provide

support to the entire jury. The activities of the six investigative committees represent the major time commitment of the jury members over the year. For the first several months, a significant amount of time is spent with all 19 members together, organizing and determining topics for investigation, bringing in outside speakers and making site visits to county organizations. As time goes on and investigative topics are determined, the majority of time will be spent working in the six member committees actually conducting interviews, accomplishing the investigations and writing the actual investigative reports. In carrying out their work, jury members are, by law, sworn to “secrecy for life” for all matters and information coming before the jury. In this same sense, the jury has no outside parties telling it what to do or

Letters to the Editor WASTE CONFIDENCE MEETING BREEDS NONE ROGER JOHNSON, San Clemente

For those who did not attend the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Waste Confidence Meeting in Carlsbad on November 18, there is grim news for south Orange County. The NRC plans to allow thousands of tons of highly radioactive waste to be stored right here for the next 60 years. It also says it will not guarantee that the fuel rods will be taken from the vulnerable pools and placed into dry casks until then. The 60-year period is called “temporary storage.” If there is still no repository elsewhere after 60 years, the NRC will

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allow the waste to remain right here for another 100 years (“long term storage”). If there is still no solution it can remain here century after century (“indefinite storage”). The NRC “plan” is called generic because it applies to all nuclear power plants without regard to location. It makes no distinction between storage locations in highly populated areas like ours and desert locations like Palo Verde in Arizona. It makes no distinction between plants like ours located in tsunami and earthquake zones and those located elsewhere. It is time to seriously consider installing real-time publicly accessible radiation monitors throughout town. Who knows

what will blow our way when the demolition begins and they reduce everything to rubble. If you object to having our area turned into a nuclear waste dump, possibly for centuries, write to the NRC before December 20 at rulemaking.comments@ nrc.org and go to www.sanonofresafety. com to learn more.

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looking over its shoulder. The grand jury is a completely independent body. Its advisors include a supervising judge, primarily for administrative matters and the final sign off on investigations, but not for operational or decision making supervision. In addition, the County Clerk, District Attorney, and state Attorney General, may act as “legal advisors” and are available to the jury only at the jury’s request. One exception to this rule is the role of the District Attorney in bringing criminal indictment hearings to the jury. This is done at the request of the DA to the jury and with the jury’s cooperation. The DA does all the investigative work, develops all of the evidence and brings the case to the jury via a closed and secret hearing. The jury makes the decision to forward for trial based upon the DA’s work. Given the above, you can see that the jury members are working closely with each other for a full year. Again, you are encouraged to apply and serve. More information is available online at www.ocgrandjury.org. In addition, I am happy to answer questions, and can be reached at lewavera@cox.net. Lew Avera is a retired career officer, Lt. Col., U.S. Marine Corps. He was a resident of San Clemente in 1963-1965 while serving as a Company Commander at Camp San Mateo. He returned to San Clemente in 2001 when he retired from PricewaterhouseCoopers as a senior managing director. He has been a director of the Talega HOA since 2003, was foreperson of the Orange County grand jury in 2004-2005 and served on the San Clemente Planning Commission from 2005 to 2013. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

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THE LIST A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town. COMPILED BY TAWNEE PRAZAK

thursday

DANA POINT TURKEY TROT 7 a.m. Run the race before you stuff your face, along with more than 12,000 participants on the streets of Dana Point in your choice of a THANKSGIVING 5K, 10K or Kids’ 1-mile Gobble Wobble. Starts at Golden Lantern and Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.1555, www.turkeytrot.com.

THANKSGIVING AT BRICK 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Brick Restaurant and volunteers serve a traditional Thanksgiving meal to anyone in need including the homeless, struggling families in the community and the military. 216 North El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.429.1199, www.brickpizzeria.com.

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MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET 8 p.m. The classic holiday play debuts at Camino Real Playhouse. Tickets $24. Shows through December 22 with Thursday, Friday and weekend shows. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

HIKE OFF YOUR THANKSGIVING FEAST AND PICNIC 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Get outdoors for some exercise at The Reserve/Richard and Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Call for info and directions, 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org. FLOCK OF 80’S 9 p.m. Live music at Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com.

AT THE MOVIES: ‘CATCHING FIRE’ BURNS BRIGHT Sequels can be a gamble narratively, critically and financially. For every Godfather Part II and Empire Strikes Back, there’s a Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle and Iron Man 2. As was the case with Thor 2 earlier this month, the second installment of the Hunger Games franchise, Catching Fire, gets it right and then some. The franchise’s first director Gary Ross has been replaced by music video maker Frances Lawrence who adds even more life to the already heart racing and captivating series. After winning the 74th Hunger Games in the previous feature, Katniss Everdeen (Jennifer Lawrence) and Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson) continue their public relationship and return home to District 12 before embarking on the “victors’ tour” of each district. Still under the radar of President Snow (Donald Sutherland), Photo by Murray Close ©LIONSGATE Katniss forms a new plan for survival along with Peeta, mentor Haymitch (Woody Harrelson), chaperone Effy (Elizabeth Banks) and new fellow victors Finnick (Sam Claflin) and Johanna (Jena Malone). Liam Hemsworth returns as Katniss’ best friend Gale. Lenny Kravitz and Philip Seymour Hoffman also co-star. Catching Fire is an upgrade from last year’s already good action film and portrays the characters as a bit wiser and stronger. The costumes and effects are more lavish and the film’s darker tone reminds viewers this is not a series with happy endings. Lawrence, one of the most sought after actress in cinema, begins her post-Oscar career with confidence and consistency. —Megan Bianco

THE ‘LEFTOVER’ AFTER THANKSGIVING FLIGHT 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Wine tasting at San Clemente Wine Company. Includes complimentary cheese plate and chocolate. 212 ½ Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com.

saturday

PUTTIN’ ON THE GLITZ 5 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente’s Downtown Business Association and the city present the annual family holiday extravaganza along Avenida Del Mar. Event includes holiday fun such as shopping photos with Santa, train rides, local specials, carolers, food from local restaurants and much more. 949.218.5378, www.villagesanclemente.org.

RYAN CABRERA 8 p.m. The popular guitarist, songwriter and Texas native plays at The Coach House. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

sunday

VILLAGE ARTS FAIRE 9 a.m. Stroll and shop downtown San Clemente where more than 60 vendors will have arts, crafts and more. Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.218.5378, www.villagesanclemente.org.

SAWDUST ART FESTIVAL’S WINTER FANTASY 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The 23rd annual winter art festival with 175 artists displaying and selling original creations with holiday specials including paintings, sculptures, jewelry, clothing and more at the Sawdust Festival grounds. Final day December 15. Admission $3-$6. 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 949.494.3030, www.sawdustartfestival.org.

THE FLY TRAPS 9 p.m. Live music at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING 4 p.m.-6 p.m. Family holiday event at the Kaleidoscope with annual tree lighting, live music and the Cal Elite Ballet Company performing “The Nutcracker.” 27741 Crown Valley Parkway., Mission Viejo, 949.582.1948, www.gokaleidoscope.com.

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: TOTEM 8 p.m. Special performance at the Orange County Great Park. Shows through December 29. Tickets online. 6950 Marine Way, Irvine, 866.829.3829, www.cirquedusoleil.com.

GOT UKULELE? 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Ukulele players and fans are invited to a Hawaiian music lesson and jam session. Every Sunday. Call for location and details. 949.829.2675, www.ekanikapilakakou.com.

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monday

HOLIDAY TEA 2 p.m. Enjoy a relaxing holiday event at The Ritz-Carlton. Reservations required, $55. 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Dana Point, 949.240.2000, www.ritzcarlton.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE 8 p.m. Sing on stage at BeachFire every Monday. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

tuesday

CHRISTMAS FANTASIA 8 p.m. One night only, special holiday show at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Tickets start at $25. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787, www.scfta.org.

HALF-PRICED WHALE WATCHING Noon and 2 p.m. Two-hour whale watching adventures are half-price yearround at Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching. Cost $22.50. Call for departure times. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com. U.S. BLUES 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Live music at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

wednesday

FIESTA NAVIDAD 8 p.m. Grammy Awardwinning Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano celebrates the holidays “mariachi style” at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787, www.scfta.org.

CHERYL SILVERSTEIN 6 p.m.-9 p.m.Vocalist sings holiday tunes and jazz standards at the OC Tavern. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. THE KALAMA BROTHERS 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Live music at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com. *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” at www.sanclementetimes.com. Have an event? Send your listing to events@sanclementetimes.com www.sanclementetimes.com

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OUTREACH GROUP MAKING THANKSGIVING HAPPEN Volunteer organization provides 1,000 dinners to Camp Pendleton Families By Jim Shilander San Clemente Times

South Coast Singers will perform traditional and contemporary numbers in their holiday concert series “Sleigh Bells Ring.” Courtesy Photo

Sounds of the Season

South Coast Singers present holiday concert series By Quinn Conway San Clemente Times

he South Coast Singers are set to ring in a season of holiday cheer with a trio of December concerts in south Orange County. Their show, “Sleigh Bells Ring,” will feature a mix of traditional and contemporary holiday music, geared to audiences of all ages. “It’s a fast-paced, upbeat show, and we’re going to have some favorites and some new arrangements we’ve prepared for this season,” said Jeff Slamal, the group’s president. The choral group, with members from San Clemente, Dana Point and surrounding areas, will perform standards such as “Do You Hear What I Hear” and “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas,” along with several modern holiday songs, Slamal said. South Coast Singers, a group of 55 Orange County vocalists, have been performing since 1992. Founded as the Capistrano Chorale, they started as a group of 10, singing simple arrangements in a two-part harmony. In their current, larger incarnation, the South Coast Singers perform much more complex arrangements which can include harmonies of up to eight parts, as well as piano accompaniment by Brian O’Neal. Their “Sleigh Bells Ring” performances will feature an 11-piece orchestra. Since 2002, the group has been directed by educator and musician Raymond P. Woods. Woods also serves as San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

the artistic director of the South Orange County School of the Arts at Dana Hills High School, where he has been a vocal music teacher for more than 30 years. Accompanist, O’Neal was a student of Woods at Dana Hills before joining the group in 2002. The two work closely together to prepare the singers for each performance. “Brian has an ability to anticipate Ray’s direction and they move as one. Musically they are in synch,” Slamal said. “It really contributes to our ability to learn what we have to in the 15 weeks leading up to the performances.” The South Coast Singers are a nonprofit group and proceeds from their concerts are used to fund the group’s annual “Stars of Tomorrow” vocal competition. Open to all south Orange County-area high school students, the competition awards a minimum of $4,500 in scholarships to students who demonstrate exceptional vocal talent. Performances will be held in San Clemente, Laguna Woods and Dana Point. The San Clemente Show is set for Saturday, December 14, 7 p.m. at St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea United Methodist Church, 2001 Calle Frontera. The Laguna Woods show is Sunday, December 15, 4 p.m. at Geneva Presbyterian Church, 24301 El Toro Road. And the final show will be in Dana Point on Saturday, December 21 at South Shores Church, 32712 Crown Valley Parkway. Advanced purchase tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, children 6 and under are free. All tickets purchased at the door on the day of the show are $20. Visit www.southcoastsingers.org for more information and to purchase tickets. SC Page 17

amp Pendleton families began lining up at 7 a.m. Monday to receive help making their traditional Thanksgiving feast happen thanks to San Clemente Military Family Outreach. The all-volunteer organization holds events throughout the year on behalf of families on the north end of the base, but its biggest events take place around the holidays. With the help of several dozen volunteers, on Monday the organization distributed 1,000 frozen turkeys, pies and all the fixings of a feast at its largest event of the year. The organization also has a “Thank a Family” family adoption program at Christmas. The event brings together volunteers from churches, scouting organizations and Marines, said Christina Gonzalez, board co-president and military spouse. The $25,000 cost of the event comes from individuals, churches, civic organizations and the proceeds of the group’s annual October variety show. Most of the food items are purchased directly through donations. Other non-perishable items are collected from churches and donors. SC

Volunteers (L to R) Cate Harrell, Emma Smith, Camryn Harrell and Sophie Smith prepare to hand out green beans at the San Clemente Military Family Outreach Thanksgiving giveaway at Camp Pendleton Monday. Photo by Jim Shilander

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La Cristianita Monument Unveiled at New Home Historic marker now sits at Casa Romantica By Jim Shilander San Clemente Times

he state historic marker celebrating the first Christian baptism in California has a new home, for the second time. The La Cristianita monument was unveiled at its new home at Casa Romantica Thursday, fulfilling a dream of Bertha Henry Taylor, the city’s late matriarch. Taylor advocated for many years to move the monument from City Hall to a more prominent place in town. Giovanni Cirocco, who donated the funds to move the monument, said he was inspired to do so by both Taylor and the memory of his grandfather, or “Nonno,” Niccola.

Dr. Giovanni Cirocco accepts a necklace from Juaneño band of Mission Indians chairwoman Teresa Romero after the ceremony.

“He celebrated life and the abundant gift from God,” Cirocco said. Cirocco’s grandfather taught him that it was important to celebrate the causes of people who felt passionately about a project, which led him to work to make Taylor’s efforts a reality. He joked that the rain falling on the event was Taylor’s way of “baptizing” the marker’s new location. Cirocco also told a story about a visit to the Casa in the 1970s with Bob Hanson, one of the children of Ole Hanson, and, while the property was in poor shape at the time, he still heard “a wonderful voice reaching out” from the past. That would help guide the revitalization of the city founder’s home, he said. The marker represented an important cultural shift for the area’s native people, said Teresa Romero, chairwoman of the Juaneño band of Mission Indians. Now the marker honored something different, she added. “It celebrates that we’re still here today,” Romero said. The monument was initially placed south of the city in 1957, but was moved to City Hall during the construction of Interstate 5. The monument also directs visitors to the actual historic site of the baptisms, which is south of the city in unincorporated San Diego County. SC

The La Cristianita monument, commemorating the first baptisms by Spanish friars in California at its new home at Casa Romantica.

Officials from the city, Casa Romantica and Juaneño band of Mission Indians after the ceremony.

GUEST OPINION: On Life and Love After 50 by Tom Blake

Who Comes First? Managing priorities in a relationship becomes a struggle when mates and children are involved

ne of the biggest challenges older couples face is when one or both partners continue to enable their grown-children to the detriment of the relationship. Such is the case with Lucy, whose real name has been changed, who emailed me this week. Lucy said, “I have just become domestic partners with my live-in boyfriend of six years. I wasn’t sure we would make it this far due to the codependent relationship he has with his three grown children. Anything they ask for they get, almost without exception.” Point of clarification: In California, where Lucy lives, “domestic partner” is a legal designation that can provide certain benefits to unmarried people living together. As a domestic partner, she receives medical coverage under his policy. Lucy continued, “We are probably going to have to sell our home, the home we San Clemente Times November 28-December 5, 2013

planned on retiring in, because when his daughter needed money for college, she did not want to get student loans, so he borrowed the money and gave it to her. We are now in debt to the point where we will most likely ON LIFE AND LOVE AFTER 50 lose our home. By Tom Blake “His 23-year-old son lives with us three days a week. He lives with his girlfriend four days a week, 70 miles away. He lives with us because he likes the community college here. He is only taking two classes and we pay for everything, such as his food, gas while he is here, medical expenses, etc. He is even driving one of our cars. Yesterday, he asked us to give him money for when he visits his girlfriend. “His dad suggested he get a job since he is only going to school part-time. His

response: ‘I don’t want to.’ The outcome: My domestic partner is giving him $50 a month. “My partner has canceled dates to give his kids rides to places at the last minute. His children have used our credit cards fraudulently. He once asked me to let his daughter throw a party at our house when I had pneumonia and strep. I said, ‘no.’ “I know he loves his children, and luckily, only the one lives with us now, and that is only part-time. I like his children as people but he and his ex have raised them to be spoiled. I blame them, not the kids. I do not feel comfortable giving him money when I know it just goes straight to his kids. “So, I am torn. I have a considerable amount saved up that I could put down on the mortgage, which is still only in his name. But I won’t as long as he won’t tell his kids ‘no.’” I responded, “Why did you enter into a legal domestic partnership when there are the issues you describe?”

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She said, “I am in love with him and he says he wants to take care of me. Plus, I need his medical coverage.” Oh my, the things we do for love. I wonder if she would stay with him if her medical wasn’t being paid? She would be wise not to invest in a mortgage together. When parents continuously enable their children, it doesn’t teach the kids to be on their own. And that can put stress on a relationship. Email Tom at tompblake@gmail.com to comment. Tom Blake is a Dana Point business owner and San Clemente resident who has authored books on middle-aged dating. See his website at www.findingloveafter50.com. SC PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the SC Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the SC Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com

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Triton Report: Girls X-C on to State Meet

CROSS COUNTRY The San Clemente girls cross country team advanced to the State Championship meet for the eighth consecutive year, following a sixthplace overall finish at the CIF-SS Cross Country Division 1 Championships on November 23. Senior Melissa Eisele posted her career-best time at Mt. SAC, finishing the 2.91-mile course in 17:29, good for a fifth-place overall finish. Eisele was the fastest finisher from Orange County in Division 1. The Tritons finished seventh at last year’s State Championships. They

The San Clemente girls cross country team advanced to the State Championship tournament for the eighth consecutive year Courtesy photo

will compete in the prestigious meet again on November 30 in Fresno. ICE HOCKEY The Capistrano Coyotes skated

away with their eighth consecutive victory on November 23, following a convincing 7-3 defeat of Corona Del Mar in the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League. The Coyotes (8-0) trademark this season has been a high powered offense and they continued that trend against the Sea Kings. The Coyotes outshot their opponent 31-13 on the night. Zach Wolivar, Mason O’Reilly, Keenan Haase, Cameron McCartin and Connor Reed all scored goals for the Coyotes, who sit atop the Varsity Division 2A standings. — Steve Breazele

San Clemente High School Winter Sports Preview Tritons hit the hardwood, turf, mats and pools, looking for success By Steve Breazeale San Clemente Times

he San Clemente High School winter season is about to begin. Here is a breakdown of each Tritons winter sports program along with their season outlook for the coming year. For updates and news regarding all the winter teams, follow us on Twitter @SouthOCsports.

Girls Water Polo LAST YEAR: The Tritons tied for second in the South Coast League in 2012 recordwise but entered the CIF-SS Championships as the league’s No. 3 representative due to a coin flip loss. They won a wild card and first round playoff game before losing in the Division 2 second round to Santa Margarita. PLAYERS TO WATCH: Brigette Kimbrough, Sabrina Schundler and Amber McCutcheon CIRCLE ‘EM: Preseason matches against Laguna Beach (12/31) and Los Alamitos (12/28) will highlight the Tritons tough preseason schedule. A preseason tournament in Santa Barbara (1/17-18) will show how they match up against elite talent. OUTLOOK: The Tritons strength lies in their experience. They lost only one starter to graduation and return a deep roster filled with players who were on the team that advanced to the CIF-SS Division 2 quarterfinals last year. This experienced roster has the Tritons sitting at No. 4 in the CIF-SS Division 2 preseason coaches’ poll. They have senior leadership in Kimbrough, an attacker, and Schundler, twometer guard, and a young crop of players who have valuable varsity experience. There are five sophomores on the San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

Junior Nick Crankshaw is one of three returning players to the San Clemente boys basketball team, which captured the Sea View League title last season. Photo by Steve Breazele

Tritons roster, including Amber McCutcheon, who was an integral part of last year’s team at the center position. Sophomore attacker Alaina Cousineau will provide an extra boost to the roster. As a freshman, Cousineau was sidelined for all of the season with an injury but has returned to the team over the offseason and head coach Logan Powell is optimistic about her chances of having a breakout year. FROM THE COACH: “I think part of the girls strength is their self-awareness. They know where they are, where they stand. But they’ve got a hunger for it,” Powell said. “We’re experienced enough to know where we’re at and know what we need to do to be successful, it’s just a matter of doing it.”

Boys Basketball LAST YEAR: The team went 18-11, in-

cluding a 7-1 record in-league en route to capturing the school’s first title since 1975. The Tritons advanced to the second round of the CIF-SS Division 1A Championships, where they lost to Millikan. PLAYERS TO WATCH: Sam Darnold, Nick Crankshaw, Cole Fotheringham and Gage Shelmidine CIRCLE ‘EM: The Tritons significantly increased the level of difficulty in the preseason, highlighted by their entrance into the Diablo Inferno Tournament at Mission Viejo (12/2-5). A preseason game against Edison (1/3) will prepare them for league play while two games against rival Dana Hills (1/22, 2/1) could decide the league title. OUTLOOK: The Tritons were senior heavy last year and return only three players to the varsity roster. One of those returners, Darnold, is the reigning Sea

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View League MVP—but there’s a catch. Darnold fractured his foot playing football in the fall and has been sidelined since mid-September. He is eyeing a late December or early January return. With Darnold on the mend and an influx of new talent, head coach Marc Popovich has been letting his players compete for playing time in the offseason. Among the newcomers who have impressed Popovich, and will be in the mix for a starting job, are junior guard Elijah Morris, senior guard Rico Young and junior guard Cade Griffin. Shelmidine, a sophomore transfer from Saddleback Valley Christian, will have to sit out 30 days on the sidelines due to transfer eligibility requirements. Once he returns, he figures to be the starting point guard. Returning players Crankshaw, the resident defensive stopper, and Fotheringham, usually the second player off the bench, played roles on last year’s team and will be called upon again to lead the Tritons with increased workloads. The Tritons played an up-tempo style last year and Popovich envisions them sticking with that approach again. They may not shoot as many 3-pointers as they did last year, but the Tritons will look to their athleticism and speed to get wins. FROM THE COACH: “Not one guy can replace (Darnold), we’re going to have five guys replace him. Early on it’s going to actually be good because we’re going to give guys the chance to step up who otherwise wouldn’t have that opportunity. It can make us much deeper in the long run,” Popovich said.

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of the CIF-SS Division 1AA Championships, where they lost to Santiago.

Girls Water Polo

PLAYERS TO WATCH: Jessica de Gree, Haley Ord, Emma Bankson and Victoria Mendes

Date 12/5 12/12-14 12/28 12/31 1/9* 1/11 1/14* 1/16* 1/17-18 1/23* 1/24-25 1/28* 1/31* 2/6* 2/8 2/13*

CIRCLE ‘EM: The Tournament of Champions in Santa Barbara (19/19-21) will be the Tritons first real test of the season. Two tough games against Laguna Hills will highlight South Coast League play. OUTLOOK: This year, the San Clemente girls basketball team will emphasize their presence in the paint, with starting center de Gree poised to lead the way. Last season the Tritons were more perimeter-oriented, relying on the strength of standout shooting guard Frankie Pinto. But this year, with all of last year’s starting five gone to graduation, the Tritons will rely on post players like de Gree and senior Jenna Rodriguez. Head coach Lacey Burns hopes that by consistently feeding the ball to the post players, designated shooters, like Bankson, will be freed up on the perimeter, giving their offense dual threat capability. Unlike in year’s past, this Tritons team is planning on playing full-court pressure defense. Burns intends to use fullcourt pressure a majority of the time, which will ideally lead to fast break points. Junior guard Serena Saba joins the Tritons after transferring from Dana Hills at the end of last season. Saba averaged eight points per game for the Dolphins and shot 41 percent from the field as a sophomore. FROM THE COACH: “We’re going to press you, trap you. We’re going to be playing all over the place. Last year we were more of a half-court pressing team but this year we are really looking to go hard for 32 minutes, scrambling everywhere,” Burns said.

Wrestling LAST YEAR: The Tritons won the South Coast League dual meet season, highlighted by a win over Laguna Hills, who had not lost a dual league meet in 25 years. As a team, the Tritons advanced to the semifinals of the CIF-SS Dual Meet Championships, where they lost to Santiago-Corona. Seven Tritons represented the team at the CIF Masters Meet. WRESTLERS TO WATCH: Mike Marhsall, Danny Garcia, Zack Adcock and Tyler Mesinger CIRCLE ‘EM: The Tritons will host their own 8-way dual meet (12/3) before heading to both the Edison Beach Bash Invitational (12/13-14) and the Mater Dei Invitational (12/14). The highlight of South Coast League play will be a dual meet against Laguna Hills (12/17). OUTLOOK: Head coach Mark Calentino saw something out of his team when last season ended. After losing 17 seniors to graduation, the younger crop of Tritons wrestlers didn’t miss a beat in offseason conditioning and competition, proving to the veteran coach that they will still be a force in both the South Coast League and CIF competition in 2014. One of the young Tritons wrestlers who had a big offseason was Marshall. Marshall, who wrestled in the 160-pound class last year, finished third in CIF in 2013 and will be moving up to the 174-pound class. Last March, Marshall won the sophomore 160-pound USA Wrestling California Grade Level State Championship in Fresno. As a freshman, Mesinger finished the year with a winning varsity record but did not start regularly due to accomplished seniors in front of him in the pecking order. Mesinger, along with seniors Garcia and Adcock, are wrestlers poised to make the jump to the next level, according to Calentino. The Tritons roster is filled with players who were a part of last season’s success and now, with the large number of spots vacated by seniors, they will have the chance to step up and San Clemente Times November 28–December 5, 2013

Sophomore Kenneth Higgins and the San Clemente boys soccer team look to defend their South Coast League and CIF-SS Division 1 Championship titles in 2014. Photo by Steve Breazele

fill those roles. FROM THE COACH: “Watching this group in the offseason, I saw a group that knows how to compete. They’re kids who hate losing. They’re not just happy being a part of something, they want to be a part of a winning tradition. They’re fighters,” Calentino said.

Boys Soccer LAST YEAR: The hard part is figuring out what the Tritons did not do last season. They won the South Coast League title, won the CIF-SS Division 1 Championship and advanced to the final game of the CIF State Regional Championships, where they lost to El Rancho. PLAYERS TO WATCH: Alek Cucuk, Bryce Kaminski, Blayne Martinez, Oscar Hernandez and Dylan Struthers CIRCLE ‘EM: The Montverde Academy Soccer Tournament (1/16-18) will feature the top-3 teams, including San Clemente, in the winter soccer FAB 50 preseason national rankings. A preseason match at home against No. 4 ranked Alisal out of northern California (12/18) ensures the Tritons will play the top three teams in the nation in the preseason. OUTLOOK: The defending CIF-SS Division 1 champion Tritons return six starters and 11 players overall, putting them in good position to reach the lofty heights they achieved in 2013, according to head coach Mike Pronier. The Tritons are filled with talented midfielders and forwards but, as has been the case the past three seasons, the defensive positions need to be filled. They return Struthers, a senior, who saw regular playing time last year, and junior goalie Cole Martinez, who played in 11 games in 2013, logging 280 minutes. But outside of Struthers and Martinez, the Tritons will have new faces filling out the back line. San Clemente was in the same spot with their defense last year and they ended up setting a school record by recording 21 shutouts. With plenty of players returning on the rest of the pitch, Pronier anticipates the team-defensive approach they used last year to work again this time around. The team lost their leading goal scorer and captain Gage Zerboni, but they have several players who can fill the void left by the school’s record setting striker. Junior forward Blayne Martinez scored 22 goals last year and could be poised for a breakout campaign. Kaminski, a senior, was injured for most of last season but returned down the stretch and scored 11 goals in 16 games played. FROM THE COACH: “It’s an exciting year for us because we’ve had a series of decent years together and we have (Cont. on page 24) Page 21

Opponent Edison Villa Park Classic Los Alamitos Laguna Beach Dana Hills Rosary Laguna Hills El Toro Santa Barbara Tourn. Trabuco Hills Coronado Tourn. Dana Hills Laguna Hills El Toro M.L. King Trabuco Hills

Location, Time Vista Hermosa, 4 p.m. Villa Park, TBA Capistrano Valley, 5 p.m. Capistrano Valley, 11 a.m. SCHS, 5:15 p.m. Santa Margarita, 10:15 a.m. Laguna Hills, 5:15 p.m. El Toro, 5:15 p.m. Santa Barbara, TBA SCHS, 5:15 p.m. Coronado, TBA Dana Hills, 5:15 p.m. SCHS, 4 p.m. SCHS, 4 p.m. Vista Hermosa, 10:45 a.m. Trabuco Hills, 5:15 p.m.

Boys Basketball Date 12/2-6 12/10 12/12 12/16-21 12/26-30 1/3 1/7 1/10 1/15* 1/17* 1/22* 1/24* 1/29 2/1* 2/7* 2/11* 2/13*

Opponent Location, Time Diablo Inferno Tourn. Mission Viejo, TBA Woodbridge SCHS, 7 p.m. Steele Canyon SCHS, 7 p.m. IWN Tourn. TBA Estancia Tourn. TBA Edison El Toro, 6:30 p.m. Troy Troy, 7 p.m. Capistrano Valley Capistrano Valley, 7 p.m. San Juan Hills San Juan Hills, 7 p.m. Trabuco Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. Dana Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. Laguna Hills Laguna Hills, 7 p.m. Tesoro SCHS, 7 p.m. Dana Hills Dana Hills, 7 p.m. Laguna Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. San Juan Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. Trabuco Hills Trabuco Hills, 7 p.m.

Girls Basketball Date 12/1-7 12/14 12/19-21 12/27-30 1/6 1/9* 1/13 1/16* 1/20 1/21* 1/23* 1/30* 2/6* 2/10* 2/12*

Opponent Location, Time University Tourn. University, TBA Fairmont Prep SCHS, 5:30 p.m. Tourn. Of Champions Santa Barbara, TBA Vegas Holiday Tourn. Centennial, TBA Edison Edison, TBA Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel, 7 p.m. San Juan Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. Capistrano Valley SCHS, 7 p.m. Madson Memorial Rosary, TBA El Toro El Toro, 7 p.m. Laguna Hills Laguna Hills, 7 p.m. Capistrano Valley Capistrano Valley, 7 p.m. El Toro SCHS, 7 p.m. Laguna Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. Aliso Niguel SCHS, 7 p.m.

Boys Soccer Date 12/7 12/11 12/13 12/16 12/18 12/20 12/27-30 1/3 1/8* 1/14* 1/16-18 1/22* 1/24* 1/29* 2/1* 2/7* 2/11*

Opponent Location, Time Santa Ana SCHS, 10 a.m. Dana Hills Dana Hills, 3:30 p.m. El Toro SCHS, 6 p.m. Corona Del Mar SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Salinas SCHS, 6 p.m. Paramount Paramount, 5 p.m. Oceanside Classic TBA, TBA Newport Harbor SCHS, 6 p.m. Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel, 4:30 p.m. Tesoro Tesoro, 4:30 p.m. Montverde Academy Invit. Florida, TBA Mission Viejo SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Capistrano Valley SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Tesoro SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Aliso Niguel SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Mission Viejo Mission Viejo, 4:30 p.m. Capistrano Valley Capistrano Valley, 4:30 p.m.

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(Cont. from page 21) some opportunities in the palm of their hands that I tell them not every high school team is going to get,” Pronier said. “The opportunities and the experiences they’re going to have can vary depending on how much they want to commit to being good … You can do all the soccer in the world but they need to come together and get that desired bond.”

Girls Soccer Date 12/11-16 12/17 12/19-21 12/26-28 1/9* 1/14* 1/21* 1/23* 1/28 2/6* 2/10* 2/12*

Girls Soccer LAST YEAR: The Tritons narrowly missed out on winning the South Coast League title and lost in heartbreaking fashion in the second round of the CIF-SS Division 1 Championships by way of a last minute goal by Santa Margarita that broke a 0-0 deadlock. PLAYERS TO WATCH: Nikki Faris, Audrey Kate Ward, Ally Lynn and Natalie Higgins CIRCLE ‘EM: The Tritons will travel to Oakland to play in the high profile Tri-Valley Tournament (12/20). They will also play against No. 3 ranked Capistrano Valley (12/17) in the preseason. They open South Coast League play with a home game against last year’s league champion Dana Hills (1/9). OUTLOOK: Depth is the name of the game for the Tritons heading into 2014. San Clemente will have 11 players returning to the pitch this year, including eight starters. The Tritons were hit hard by injuries last season, and in order to combat that happening again, head coach Stacy Finnerty is carrying the largest number of players she has ever had in her tenure with the school. The deep roster, which also has five freshmen in the mix, has the Tritons sitting at the No. 8 spot in the CIF-SS Division 1 preseason coaches’ poll. Freshman goalie Lauren Brzykcy could open the season as the starting net minder and Ward, a freshman forward, is

Senior Sara Sprenger and the San Clemente girls soccer team will rely on veteran experience and a crop of freshmen as they head into the 2014 season. Photo by Steve Breazele

looking to break into the starting 11. Finnerty said that Ward is a natural finisher that will mesh well with the other talented offensive players on the Tritons roster, like seniors Nikki Farris and Natalie Higgins. The Tritons lost their standout sweeper Sydney Fuertes to graduation and Lynn, a senior, will be jumping in to fill the role. Lynn was an attacking player last season but Finnerty says her speed and strength suit her well for the role of sweeper on a defense that includes returners Emma Burns and Samantha Engel. FROM THE COACH: “I think a mix of our older experience and seniority, mixed with the freshman, will help them grow,” Finnerty said. “They’re extremely together, they’re a committed unit. They play for each other and I think we can contend.” SC

Opponent Hope Tourn. Capistrano Valley Tri-Valley Classic Excalibur Tourn. Dana Hills Tesoro Aliso Niguel Mission Viejo Tesoro Aliso Niguel Mission Viejo Dana Hills

Location, Time Yorba Linda, TBA Capistrano Valley, 6 p.m. TBA Foothill, TBA SCHS, 4:30 p.m. SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Aliso Niguel, 4:30 p.m. Mission Viejo, 4:30 p.m. Tesoro, 4:30 p.m. SCHS, 4:30 p.m. SCHS, 4:30 p.m. Dana Hills, 4:30 p.m.

Wrestling Date Opponent Location, Time 11/30-12/1 Millikan Duals L.B. Millikan, 2 p.m. 12/3 SC 8-Way SCHS, 3 p.m. 12/7-8 La Costa Canyon Tourn. La Costa Canyon, 2 p.m. 12/15 Mater Dei Tourn. Mater Dei, 9 a.m. 12/17* Laguna Hills Laguna Hills, 7 p.m. 12/21-22 Las Vegas Holiday Tourn. Las Vegas, 10 a.m. 1/5 Ontario Invitational Ontario, 9 a.m. 1/7* Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel, 7 p.m. 1/14* Capistrano Valley SCHS, 7 p.m. 1/18-19 Five-Counties Tourn. Fountain Valley, TBA 1/21* Dana Hills SCHS, 7 p.m. 1/25 SC Rotary Tourn. SCHS, 9:30 a.m. 2/1 League Finals TBA, 10 a.m. 2/8 CIF Team Championship TBA, 11 a.m. 2/14-15 CIF Indvl. ChampionshipTBA, 1 p.m. 2/21-22 CIF Masters State Qualif. Temecula Valley, TBA 2/28-3/1 CIF State Championship Bakersfield, 10 a.m. *-- denotes league game/match

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GROM OF THE WEEK KARINA ROZUNKO Age: 17, San Clemente High School

Karina Rozunko of San Clemente repeated last year’s result by taking third place at the Association of Surfing Professionals Women’s World Longboard title event last week in Hainan, China. A secondtime qualifier for the Swatch Girls Pro, Karina also took third in 2012. Her campaign came to an end in the semifinals when she faced champion Kelia Moniz of Hawaii, who claimed the title last year as well. With this result, Karina now shares the No. 3 ASP world ranking with France’s Justine Dupont who was also knocked out in the semis. An ankle injury did not seem to hamper Karina’s graceful yet powerful style. And going into this year’s event knowing Karina Rozunko. Photo by ASP/Poullenot what to expect led her to a much more calm and confident showing. “I’m really happy with third place,” Rozunko said in a post-event ASP interview. “I’m not bummed at all, Kelia ripped out there and I did my best and that’s all you can do. It would have been nice to make the final, but you can’t have regrets. I’ve had a great trip and third in the world is good. I felt much more at home at this event this year. Last year I was so nervous.” Karina was featured in the all-women longboard movie, Say No More, which was released in July. —Andrea Swayne

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SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 61-64 degrees F Water Visibility and Conditions: San Clemente: 8-12’ Poor-Fair Immediate: Northwest windswell is up slightly on Thursday, as minor Southern Hemi swell blends in. Most breaks offer continued ankle-knee-thigh high (1-2’+) waves, while standout spots pull in plus sets to waist high (3’) at times. Light+ onshore winds in the morning pick up out of the west to northwest through the afternoon. Long Range Outlook: Small Southern Hemi energy continues through the weekend along with small northwest swell. Expect mainly ankle-knee-thigh high waves (12’+) for better breaks then, with potential larger sets for combo magnets. Favorable conditions may return Friday, then continue through the weekend. Check out Surfline. com for all the details!

San Clemente-based pro big wave surfer Greg Long a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

ach year National Geographic honors a list of adventurous individuals as Adventurers of the Year. This year, San Clemente professional big wave surfer Greg Long was chosen, among an elite group of mountain climbers, kayakers, skiers, swimmers, snowboarders, explorers and adventurists. The public is invited to vote for the people’s choice favorite. Following a near drowning at Cortes Bank in December 2012 Long swore he was done with big wave surfing. After recovering physically and emotionally, he not only decided to come back, but he returned with such a vengeance he was named the winner of the 2012-2013 Big Wave World Tour and earned the third Surfline Best Overall Performance Award of his career at the Billabong XXL Global

Greg Long, San Clemente-based pro big wave surfer has been chosen as a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year award. Photo by Bryan Cole

Big Wave Awards. During Long’s 15-plus-year career he has become the winningest surfer in Billabong XXL history and won at Mavericks and at the Quiksilver in Memory of Eddie Aikau invitational in 2008 and 2009, respectively. “I am honored to be recognized as one of Nat Geo’s adventurers of the year among such inspirational individuals, many of whose actions and feats I have watched in admiration from afar,” Long said. “I feel a fundamental purpose of life is to seek and explore our greatest physical and mental potentials and I am humbled to be recognized for my efforts as I move through life trying to do just that.”

RESULTS Local finishers only. SC=San Clemente.

Here, Long rides a huge wave at Cortes Bank on December 21, 2012, the day he nearly drowned. Photo by Frank Quirarte/BillabongXXL.com

The Adventurer of the Year people’s choice award is chosen via online voting. Polls are open through January 31, 2014 and you can vote once a day. To cast your vote for Long, log on to www.nationalgeographic.com/adventure and click on “Adventurers of the Year.” SC

Surfing Santa Competition, Surfboard Auction Benefit Surfers Healing

he Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel’s fourth annual Surfing Santa Competition was held Saturday at Salt Creek Beach. More than 50 competitors dressed like Santa and other holiday-inspired characters rode the waves at Salt Creek Beach to raise money in support of Surfers Healing, an organization on a mission to enrich the lives of people living with autism by exposing them to the unique experience of surfing. Surfers Healing was founded by Israel

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“Izzy” and Danielle Paskowitz after discovering the profound, therapeutic impact surfing had on their son Isaiah, who has autism. Among the finalists was Ethan Carlston of San Clemente, who won the Big Air Flying Rudolph division and took home a $1,000 prize. Andy Neiblas, also of San Clemente, took top honors in the longboard division and received a two-night stay at the Ritz-Carlton.

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Also benefitting Surfers Healing, The Ritz-Carlton’s Holiday Surfboard Auction is now underway. This year’s auction features a unique collection of surfboards highlighting boards from surf legends, talented artists and celebrities. All of the boards are on display at the resort through December 31 and bids can be placed at www.biddingforgood.com/ surfershealing. SC — San Clemente Times

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SSS, Orange County Middle School, Event No. 2, November 16, Oceanside Harbor, South Jetty TEAM RESULTS-MIDDLE SCHOOL: 1. Shorecliffs 265; 2. Thurston 178; 3. Bernice Ayer 109; 4. Marco Forster 104.5; 5. Niguel Hills 76; 6. Vista del Mar 73.5; 7. Don Juan Avila 47. BOYS: 1. Curran Dand, Shorecliffs; 2. Gus Day, Shorecliffs; 3. Nate Carraba, Shorecliffs; 4. Noah Atwood, Shorecliffs; 5. Bryce Crane, Shorecliffs. BOYS LONGBOARD: 1. Gus Day, Shorecliffs; 2. Noah Atwood, Shorecliffs; 3. Keith Christl, Bernice Ayer; 6. Ricky Foder, Marco Forster. GIRLS: 1. Alexxa Elseewi, Bernice Ayer; 2. Samantha Sibley, Shorecliffs; 3. Bethany Zelasko, Shorecliffs; 5. Lily Benjamin, Marco Forster; 6. Cameron Duby, Marco Forster. GIRLS LONGBOARD: 1. Alexxa Elseewi, Bernice Ayer; 2. Cameron Duby, Marco Forster; 3. Alexis Morgan, Shorecliffs. COED BODYBOARD: 1. Nick Furlotte, Shorecliffs; 2. Logan Brown, Marco Forster; 3. Gavin Pellkoffer, Vista Del Mar; 4. Jason Parsons, Vista Del Mar SSS, Orange County High School, Event No. 2, November 16, Oceanside Harbor, South Jetty TEAM RESULTS-HIGH SCHOOL: Tesoro, 62 def. El Toro, 37; JSerra Catholic, 61 def. St. Margaret’s, 29. MEN: 2. Colin DeLaPena, JSerra; 3. Sean Galligan, JSerra; 6. Liam Galligan, JSerra. MEN LONGBOARD: 2. Harrison Hewitt, JSerra; 3. Will Douda, St. Margaret’s; 4. Thomas German, JSerra. WOMEN: 2. Brianna Hagan, JSerra; 4. Lea Dueker, JSerra. WOMEN LONGBOARD: 2. Lea Dueker, JSerra; 4. Michaela Xu, St. Margaret’s. COED BODYBOARD: 2. Chris Prynn, St. Margaret’s; 3. Dominic Scotta, JSerra For full results, log on to www.sanclementetimes.com.