Ultimate Frisbee benefits students through mental, physical game Isabela Diaz Staff Writer
The boys soccer booster club is hosting an Ultimate Frisbee 3 vs. 3 Tournament on Nov. 10. The boys soccer booster pays for apparel, trips and banners for the team. Not only is it beneficial for the boys soccer team, it is beneficial to almost everyone at SHS. “I definitely think participants in the tournament that are involved in other sports will greatly be benefited. Frisbee works on acceleration and your ability to perform cuts. You also have the fact that even if you’re not in other sports, it’s still beneficial in the sense that it gets your mind off of school and gives you something to do with friends and maybe even teachers,” Colin South (10) said. Others say they are looking forward to being able to practice before the Frisbee season arrives. “I’m really excited to get to practice before the season starts, and it gives me the opportunity to play with friends,” Elijah Carr (10) said. Looking past the sport aspect of the tournament, this game of friendly competition can really be “one for the books.” “The tournament is for students to have fun while being competitive. A lot of high school flies by in monotony and routine; this tournament is one more exciting event for students to make lasting memories with their friends,” said Brandon Jerrell, Ultimate Frisbee and soccer coach. Whether students decide to be a participant or just be in the crowd, the tournament proves to be something fun for everyone. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to support the soccer team, and it’s also an opportunity for everyone to come out, have fun and play some ultimate,” Blake Unger (11) said. “Come out and prove that you have what it takes to be an Ultimate Warrior,” Jerrell said.
Ultimate Frisbee Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. David Spann Field 4
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Community members, including Mayor Bill Graham, hold the ribbon at the opening of the Eric and Lauren Graham Memorial Dog Park on Tuesday, Oct. 22.
Dog park opens in memory of Scott County family Tierra Combs Staff Writer
The beautification process of Scottsburg continues as a new dog park opened its gates. The Eric and Lauren Graham Memorial Dog Park officially opened on Oct. 22. The park is open dawn to dusk, seven days a week. Approximately seven acres of land, donated by Eric, Diane and Lauren Graham, were devoted to the enjoyment of Scottsburg’s citizens and their furry friends. Two acres of land were dedicated to larger, more active dogs, and one acre of land was allotted to smaller, less active, or nervous dogs. The park also features a shelter house with restrooms and a picnic area. The city hopes that the dog park will also act as a gathering space for dog owners. “I listened to the people in the community. So many people have dogs and really wanted a place to be able to take them without interfering with the public and the public
not interfering with the dogs. Eric Graham graciously donated the property to the City and it looked like a great place to build a dog park,” Mayor Bill Graham said. Everyone planning to enjoy the dog park is expected to register themselves and their
How to buy a pass • Register at City Hall • Fee of $25 for first year • Annual fee of $15 every year after registration
dogs at the Scottsburg City Hall. Registration includes an annual fee of $25 for the first year of registration and $15 for every year of registration after. Once registered, the dog owner will re-
ceive a key fob that will allow them access to the fenced dog area. Dog owners are thrilled for their pets with the opening of the dog park. “The dog park is going to be really great for my dogs. They’ll be able to meet other dogs and run around instead of being stuck inside my house all day. It’s also a lot safer than walking them on the roads by my house,” said Elise Coleman (10), an owner of two dogs. Zoe Zellers (11) said the Eric and Lauren Graham Memorial Dog Park will allow her dogs to receive more physical activity and lively experiences. “Having the dog park in Scottsburg would allow me to get my dog out more. I think this will give him an opportunity to experience more than walking him on a sidewalk when we take him out for a walk,” Zellers said. The dog park officially opened on Tuesday, Oct. 22. Public registration is open at the Scottsburg City Hall.
