Prescott City Manager Steve Norwood is pleased to announce that veteran golf professional and recent Arizona Golf Hall of Fame inductee Mack McCarley has assumed the position of General Manager at Antelope Hills Golf Course. “Based upon Mack’s extensive professional experience, his vision of the facility’s future, and his understanding of tourism and local business, we felt that he was an ideal choice.”

A 40 year member of the PGA, McCarley is no stranger to Antelope Hills. He was head professional at the course for 11 years (1970-1981) and has been working as interim manager since Feb. 10th, following the departure of former GM Paul Parker.

McCarley has been characterized as “a driving force within the Southwest Section of the PGA” serving two terms as its president. He was named Professional of the Year in 1977 and 1978, and is a five-time recipient of the prestigious Horton Smith Award for contributions to PGA Education. He holds a B.A. degree in Mass Communications from Arizona State University.

“Mack is on board with city council’s goals of expanding the Antelope Hills golf program and establishing relationships with Arizona’s wider golf community,” said Mayor Marlin Kuykendall. “He’s home again, and we’re pleased to have him back.”

The incident happened during the first-round of the Top Fuel drag eliminations during the NHRA's Arizona Nationals in Phoenix on Sunday.

Top Fuel driver Antron Brown was making his way down the track, when, according to witnesses the left-rear tire and wheel came off his car sending into a retaining wall on the left side of the track. This caused the dragster to turn onto its right side and slide down the track. The rollcage itself kept rolling numerous times before stopping upside-down.

Brown walked away uninjured, but was brought to Chandler Regional Medical Center to be checked out anyway.

The same couldn't be said for a female fan that had to be taken to an area hospital with what was reported as serious injuries after the tire flew into the stands. She later died as a result of today's accident.

Hockey Hall of Famer, Bob Gainey reportedly stepped down from his postion as GM of the Montreal Canadians on Monday. He has been replaced by assistant Pierre Gauthier. Gainey played for the Canadians from 1973-89. He started as the teams' GM after the '02-'03 season.

Jeff Foster, Center for the Indiana Pacers, will be out the remainder of the season due to a back injury. The team announced that he will undergo surgery following the All-Star break and return this fall in time for training camp.

The postseason drama has already ramped up following the stunning, 31-17, Saints' victory over the Colts in Super Bowl 44.

To start with;

Panthers star DE Julius Peppers is upset with the team and how they have "ignored him in the offseason" and that he no longer wants a long-term contract with them.

The Browns have released troubled WR Donte Stallworth.

The Raiders have hired Clancy Pendergast as an assistant. Still no word on the Tom Cable situation.

Brett Favre, 'nuff said.

The San Carlos Junior High Braves, with an overall undefeated record of 12 - 0, came away with the Championship trophy in the Central Junior High League Tournament last weekend in Kearny-Ray. It's the boy's teams' first championship in recent memory. The San Carlos Junior High Lady Braves, with an overall record of 7 -1 record, were able to repeat as Champions for the second year in a row.

The San Carlos Braves defeated two teams in exciting match-ups to clinch their title. First they knocked Ray out, 50 - 45, and then went on to beat Eloy, 40 - 34.

During the first round, the San Carlos Lady Braves beat Mt. Vista in an extremely close game and had a nail biter until the end of the fourth quarter against San Manuel. The Lady Braves were finally able to edge out San Manuel, 29 -19.

San Carlos JH Braves will automatically head to the Arizona Junior High State Tournament from Feb. 14th, to the 20th. Unofficially, it is believed to be San Carlos' second appearance in the last 10 years.
Braves team members include; Bear Mosley, Josh Gooday, Alvin Enriquez, C.J. Dalmacio, Anfernee Thompson, Jeffrey Kenton, Anfernee Palmer, Morris Henry and Marquez Swift. The coaches are Raymond Dude and Bob Lewis.

Lady Braves team members include; Dana Dosela, Solangel Leyva, Octavia Lopez, Heidi Stevens, Tara Moses, Cheyenne Case, Charlene Clark, Trinity Jones and Nadine Boni. The coaches are Steven Patten and Quannah Stevens.

A fan bus to the Kearny-Ray tournament was paid for by Gilson Wash Councilman Charles Stevens. The Apache Gold Casino has tentatively agreed to provide a fan bus for the Jr. High State Tournament for the first three games. More details are expected to be released later this week.

UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar is planning on making his return to the cage to fight the winner of the Frank Mir-Shane Carwin match coming up in March. The winner of the March fight will serve as the interim heavyweight champion. However, if the winner of that fight is unable to compete by the yet to be determined Summer date, then Lesnar will defend his title against the winner of the Feb. 21st, match between Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira and Cain Velasquez.

Lesnar came down with a mysterious illness last fall and forced him to withdraw from MMA action since then. After months of test results, he was diagnosed with diverticulitis, a disease that affects the digestive system. The disease almost forced Lesnar to undergo career ending surgery, but he opted to treat the illness with the provided medications. He gained back 30 of the 40 pounds that he had lost while being in the hospital and is said to be symptom-free.

Lesnar's last fight was last July, when he beat Frank Mir to retain the title.

Apache male high school graduates are needed to work the many Apache Rez-Ball tournaments being held in Whiteriver. You must be alcohol and drug-free to work the tournaments. Not only can you earn an easy $100 for each tournament, you get free room/board, meals, and other swag while working the games. If you are interested, call Nathan at (928) 434-5678 after 7:30 am & no later than 6 pm for more details.

YUMA, Ariz. – Reward money is being offered for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for the illegal killing of an adult female mule deer near Wellton, Ariz.
The Thanksgiving Day poaching is under investigation by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. The deer was shot in the front left shoulder and left waste in the desert. The subjects also left beer cans and trash behind.

This was a closed season poaching which occurred near a popular hunting area known as "Radium Hot Springs" located just east of Wellton. This incident occurred at night or in the early morning on or near Nov. 25 and 26.

"The doe was shot with a small caliber rifle and just left to waste," according to Richard Myers, law enforcement specialist for Game and Fish. "Poachers are not hunters and those who commit these acts not only steal from the resource, they steal from the residents of Arizona."
Anyone with information which leads to an arrest in this case can get a cash reward of up to $1,000 by calling the Operation Game Thief hotline toll-free at (800) 352-0700. Caller identities may remain confidential upon request. You can also report online at www.azgfd.gov/thief.

Dec. 1st: Florence -4 pm (Dec. 1st, update at 1:25 pm: no game due to opponent cancellation)
Dec. 2nd: JV Florence - 4 pm
Dec. 3rd: @Globe - 6 pm
Dec. 7th: San Tan - 4 pm
Dec. 11th: MHS Tournament - All Day
Dec. 14th: Thatcher - 4 pm
Dec. 15th: @Coolidge - 4 pm
Dec. 17th: JV-Hamilton - 2:30 pm
Dec. 18th: JV CSA - 10 am
Dec. 29th: JV Globe - 3 pm
Jan. 7th: GCA - 4 pm
Jan. 8th: JV @Globe - 4 pm
Jan. 11th: @Fountain Hills - 6 pm
Jan. 12th: Chandler Prep - 5 pm
Jan. 13th: JV @Florence - 4 pm
Jan. 14th: @Canyon State - 4 pm
Jan. 19th: Safford - 4 pm
Jan. 20th: JV Tanque Verde - 4 pm
Jan. 21st: @Florence - 6 pm
Jan. 25th: JV @Hamilton - 4 pm
Jan. 26th: Globe - 4 pm
Jan. 28th: @San Tan - 4pm


Varsity games are in bold.
Junior Varsity games are in italics.

A Benefit Basketball Tournament is taking place on Oct. 10th, & Oct. 11th, for Cody & Chrispin Rustin in the Alchesay High School Gym. The entry fee per team is $125. There will be 10 men's teams competing with 8 players per team. There will be 8 women's teams competing with 8 players per team. To enter a team, contact Bernalda Tessler at (928) 207-7924 or (928) 338-4831.

The Globe-Miami Gun Club will host their Annual Sighting In Days on Aug. 22nd, and Aug. 23rd. This event is put on every year to allow members of the community to sight in their firearms for the upcoming hunting seasons. This event will take place at the club’s range on Bixby Road. The range will be open at 8 am both days and stay open until business falls off. Club members will be on hand to help sight in long guns, handguns and help pattern shotguns. The club will furnish targets, bore-sighting equipment, rests, minor gunsmithing services, & offer advice concerning your firearms and ammunition. This service is free and open to the public.


Applications to join the gun club will also be available.

From azgfd.net:

The Arizona Game and Fish Department is asking for the public’s help in finding the individual responsible for the illegal killing of a large bull elk found shot on July 31st. It was left in the vicinity of Pinot Ridge on Bluegrass Ranch Drive in Pinetop.

"The poacher left this majestic animal to waste, and we need assistance from the public to find the individual responsible," says Bruce Sitko, spokesman in the department’s Pinetop office. "This isn’t the action of a hunter; it’s an act of a criminal stealing wildlife assets and resources from the people of Arizona."

To report information on this incident, or any Game and Fish violation, call the department’s Operation Game Thief hotline at (800) 352-0700. Caller identities may remain confidential upon request. Callers are eligible to receive a reward of up to $8,000 for information leading to the arrest of the violator responsible for this poaching case.

Globe-Miami Tradition Baseball is currently looking for kids 9 years old and younger from the surrounding communities (Globe, Miami, San Carlos, Kearny, Hayden, and Superior) to try out for a 9u travel baseball club. This team will compete in tournaments throughout Mesa, Phoenix, and Tucson. If your child is interested in playing in a competitive environment he must have been born after May 1st, 2000. They will be holding an open tryout on Aug. 11th, Aug. 12th, and Aug. 13th at the Pinal Mountain Little League baseball sports complex from 5 pm until 7 pm. For more information please contact Mark Castaneda (928) 200-2003 or John Castaneda (928) 701-2646. Email questions to gmtradition@cableone.net.

There will be a registration for the Arizona Game and Fish Dept. Hunter Education Program during the Open House at the Charles Bejarano School on Aug. 4th, at 5 pm. The cost for the class is $8 per student. Students will need a parent’s signature and a hunter ID number. The Arizona Game and Fish Department can issue an ID number to anyone not wishing to use their social security number. They can be reached at 1-800-824-2456.

This course is designed to teach the safe handling of firearms and ammunition in the home and in the field, safe hunting habits, outdoor ethics, outdoor survival, wildlife management techniques, & more.

The course is open to all ages and family participation is encouraged. The Hunter Education Program is required by law for youth ages ten to fourteen to hunt big game. If a student turns 9 by the time they graduate, they may receive a Hunter Education card and a graduation certificate. The card will not become valid until their 10th birthday. The age that they may hunt big game has not changed, only the age that they can graduate the course. This will prevent the problem of a student turning 10 the day before the hunt and not being able to get in a class.

The Hunter Education Program in Globe-Miami starts on Aug. 6th, and will run through Aug. 27th, every Tuesday and Thursday from 6 pm until 9 pm at the Charles Bejarano Middle School, 4635 B Ragus Rd. in Miami, with Range Day on Sat., Aug. 29th, from 9 am until 3 pm at the Globe-Miami Gun Club on Bixby Rd.

All classroom hunter safety education courses are taught by Arizona Game and Fish Department certified volunteer instructors.

The Globe-Miami Gun Club is the area sponsor for the Hunter Education Program.

There will be an AYSO soccer registration day at the Cobre Valley Community Hospital on July 18th, from 10 am to 4 pm.

Rage in the Cage 129 – Eastern Invasion, was held in Globe this past Saturday and was met with a warm reception.

The day didn’t go without its own share of problems. The light rain early on caused the speakers to go out and the winds created an understandable delay in Vince Morgan’s motorcycle stunts. Despite that, there was a solid turn out and these fights left the crowd wanting more. And Vince was able to perform a spectacular array of ariel stunts for the crowd after the fights.

In the coming days, be sure to check the Rage in the Cage site for footage from the event. It was also hinted that when they return, they’ll be at Apache Gold.

These results are courtesy of John Petrilli:

Fight 1 didn’t get out of Round 1, as Ty Upshur was able to close the deal with a rear naked choke on Manny Morales at the 2:44 mark.

Fight 2 ended at 2:27 in the Round 1 with John Paul Valdez getting Brent Agee to submit via a rear naked choke.

Fight 3 also ended with a rear naked choke, but a little quicker in Round 1. Dellan Langellier won this bout against Adrian Guerrero in Round 1 at 1:34.

Fight 4 made it to Round 3 and ended with Mike Moritz applying a successful arm bar on Justin Fletcher, forcing the submission at 2:28.

Fight 5 was won by an impressive kimura lock placed on Jake Ramsey by Josh Stockman to force a submission at 2:17 in Round 1.

Fight 6 came to an end at 2:31 in round 2 after much maneuvering on the mat when Jason Long was able to lock in an arm bar on Mike Zanski.

Fight 7 came down to the judge’s, who decided 3-0, that Andy Perez won his bout against Aaron Caryl.

Fight 8 was a slugfest between Jeff Peltz and Kevin Moore. Jeff had an added boost of energy by fighting in front of a hometown crowd. Jeff did win via Knock-out in what turned out to be the night’s shortest fight.

Fight 9 was for the RITC Regional Welterweight Title and came down to a judge’s decision with a 2-1 verdict in favor of Jeff Horlacher over David Barnes.

Fight 10 was to declare a Champ for the vacant Super Heavyweight Title. Adam Padilla was declared the winner by ref stoppage after Adam put Vince Lucero in a guillotine choke at 1:20 in Round 1. Vince was not pleased because he didn’t tap or pass out. A rematch has been tentatively scheduled for Rage in the Cage 132 in Casa Grande on Aug 1st.

The highly anticipated fight between Shannon Ritch and Drew Fickett did not occur. Shannon was ready for the fight, but Fickett did not pass his pre-fight physical and not allowed to compete by the Arizona Commission. The rumor is, that Fickett showed up to the fight inebriated and failed a Breathalyzer.

With the beginning of summer approaching, more than 140,000 registered Arizona boat owners are enjoying our nation’s waters, one of America’s most popular pastimes as temperature rise. Whether using sailboats, powerboats or personal watercrafts such as jet-skis, the enjoyment of boating also presents dangers. As a result, it’s important to protect yourself by understanding and following some basic safety rules.

“Many boating accidents are preventable and knowing the causes of common accidents helps to avoid them,” said Wayne Smith, Allstate Exclusive agent from Mesa, Ariz. “Nearly 70 percent of boating accidents involve operator factors such as operator inattention, careless or reckless operation, operator inexperience, no proper lookout and operating at an unsafe speed.”

The Allstate Safe Boater Pledge, approved by the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Safe Boating Council, recommends that boaters:

Take a boating education course. Allstate offers discounts (subject to availability and qualifications) to boaters who have successfully completed qualifying boating courses from groups such as the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, and U.S. Power Squadron.
Make wearing life jackets a rule. Most laws require having U.S. Coast Guard approved life jackets on board your vessel (for all passengers).
Don’t mix drinking and boating.
Know the weather and water conditions.
File a float plan; give the information to a friend or relative who can call for help if you do not return as scheduled.
Observe the nautical rules-of-the-road including speed limits.
Report emergencies via Ch. 16 on a marine VHF-FM radio.
Do not discharge oil, trash or sewage into the water.
Properly insure the boat and make sure it has sufficient coverage.

Smith reminds boaters to be sure they are adequately insured. “Boat owners insurance won’t prevent your boat from sinking, but it can definitely help keep your finances afloat when accidents occur.”

Boat insurance can provide year-round protection for your boat, motor, and equipment from such hazards as:

Theft/vandalism.
Windstorm, hail, and lightning.
Fire, explosion.
Damage in transit, collision, and sinking.

For more information on boating safety or other safety topics, contact a local Allstate agent at allstate.com.

From azgfd.net

Hey kids, if your parents didn’t get a fishing license yet this year, you can still take them fishing for free during the first two Saturdays of June, advise Arizona Game and Fish Department officials.

Arizona’s Free Fishing Days celebrating National Fishing and Boating Week are on two consecutive Saturdays, June 6th and 13th.

“With most of our lakes full for a second year in a row thanks to excellent winter rains and snow pack, this is a phenomenal time to get your parents out fishing,” said Rory Aikens, the fishing report editor for Game and Fish. “It’s up to you kids to make sure your parents don’t suffer from an outdoor recreation deficiency.”

Check the Game and Fish Department’s Web site at azgfd.gov for the latest fishing report so you can best plan your fishing outing. The Web site also lists the latest fishing clinics in case your parents need some basic tutelage on the fine art of angling.

“Remember kids, at any time of year you can sign your parents up for any of our fishing clinics even if they don’t have a fishing license. Those who are registered for a fishing clinic don’t need a license during the hours and location of the clinic,” Aikens advised.

For more tips on how to take your parents fishing, see the accompanying article (condensed) that appeared in the May-June 2008 edition of Arizona Wildlife Views magazine.

The short of it is, Globe beat Wickenburg to win the 3A State Championship this past Saturday when they met at the Surprise Baseball Stadium. Globe pitcher, Gabe Valtiera kept Wickenburg to just those two runs. Globe really broke through in the 4th when Damon Valenvia was walked to start the inning, followed by Jon Nelson got hit by a pitch, & Brady Wager was walked which loaded the bases. Zach Powell was able to take advantage of this and bring Valenvia home thanks to a sacrifice fly, and a 3-2 lead. In the 5th inning, Billy Kidd was driven in by a ground out via Nelson to bring the score to what it's final would eventually be, 4-2.

The Cobre Valley Committee Friends of NRA will be putting on their annual dinner/auction on June 6th. The dinner will be held at the Gila County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall (Highway 60 North to Show Low). Doors will open at 5 pm. Dinner tickets are $25 per person, and each person that buys a dinner ticket and attends will be eligible to win the grand door prize, a crystal eagle. Dinner tickets must be purchased in advance from any committee member or by calling Jim Grider at (928) 425-3021. The featured firearm prize at the dinner is the NRA's Gun of the Year, a matched set of Ruger Vaqueros. To have a chance to win the Ruger, you must attend the dinner. Dinner ticket sales end on June 4th.

There will be firearms, shooting sports items, ladies items, & many other prizes to be won in raffles or playing games or bought during the live or silent auctions. Pre-event raffles include a gun safe (on display at Fry's Food store in Globe) and a Beneli rifle chambered in 300 Winchester short mag. Tickets are $10. Tickets for the safe can also be purchased at the Fry's Food store in Globe. You do not have to be present at the dinner to win.

Half of the funds raised at FNRA dinners throughout Arizona will stay in Arizona to fund approved grant requests to non-profit organizatins.

The Globe-Miami Gun Club at 2675 Bixby Road in Globe, will be hosting the third annual fund-raising shooting event in support of the local SOS (Support Our Servicemen/Women) Committee starting at 8 am on Saturday, May 16th, at the club's range. Funds raised at this event will be used to purchase personal and food items to be sent to our troops serving in combat areas. Some of the shooting events planned are: One-Shot Egg Busting, shoot a nine hole golf course with an iron-sighted handgun, trap shooting, One-Shot Water Balloon Busting, 300 yard Bowling Pin Knockdown, poker shoot, 100 yard accuracy event, & golf ball driving. These events range from $1 to $5 per shooter. Prizes are available for winners of most events, other events will offer, 'bragging rights.'

Participants also have the chance to fire a .50BMG caliber rifle, amongst an array of fully automatic firearms. The shooter must purchase the ammunition on site in order to shoot these firearms.

Food and drinks will be available during the event for participants at a nominal fee. Small raffle items will be offered for a chance to win during the day. Raffle tickets will be available to be purchased for the chance to win a Savage rifle chambered in 30-06 with a mounted scope, Accu-Trigger, & hard case. The drawing will be done during the day.

This is a great opportunity for everyone to come out and having a really enjoyable time helping support our brave men and women serving in harm's way on Armed Forces Day.

The San Carlos Junior High Baseball Team beat the #1 seed Eloy to get the final round in order to play for the 2009 Central Junior High League Title. In what turned out to be a very close game, the San Carlos Junior High Baseball team brought home the first ever junior high baseball title to San Carlos by winning the 2009 Central Junior High League Title by toppling the host team, the Hayden Lobos, 9-8, this past Saturday.

They came from behind three times in this title game, scoring what would prove to be the game winning run in their final at bat in the top of the 6th. That moment was when Tony Thompson's single plated James Boni from 2nd. Boni and Edwin Belvado were put forth a solid effort on the mound Saturday for the Braves. The final out came when Brave's catcher CJ Dalmacio dove to his left making an incredible grab off of a foul tip that sent the Braves players and fans into a celebratory frenzy. Coach Dave Hankin and all the SCJH Braves supporters are extremely proud of all the boys for their efforts in bringing this title home!

The Lobos, beat Globe, 6-5, in the other Semi-Final to reach the title game.

Team members are: Edwin Belvado, James Boni, CJ Dalmacio, Alvin Enriquez, Josh Gooday, Jeffrey Kenton, Michael King, Anfernee Palmer, Anthony Swift, Marquez Swift, Anfernee Thompson and Anthony Thompson.

The Piranha Swim Team will be having registration Tuesday, May 5th and Wednesday, May 6th, from 5 pm until 7 pm at the Globe Community Center Pool. Swimmers ages 5 through 18 are welcome. The Piranha Swim Team is a member of the Central Arizona Swim League and competes with teams from surrounding communities such as San Manuel, Maricopa, Florence, & Eloy, etc. They'll also have information packets available for the Boys and Girls Club. They look forward in seeing you there!

Attention all boys ages 13 through 15. Pinal Mountain Little League will be having a Junior Baseball League, formerly known as Babe Ruth. All girls age 13 to 16, will be able to register for Senior League Softball. Registration forms are available on their website by clicking on Links or can be picked up at the Pinal Mountain Little League Sports Complex in Claypool from 5 pm to 7 pm, now until May 11th. Final registration will be at tryouts on May 12th, at 5:30 pm (location to be announced).

Tentative start date for games is May 18th, at 5:30 pm.

They are still seeking volunteers to umpire the games. Please call Brian Hudson at (928) 812-0376 if you are able to be an umpire.

Also, needed are announcing volunteers, & Jenica Castaneda at (928) 200-2001 is who you'll need to speak with. You may send an e-mail to the league at pinalmountainll@cableone.net to possibly make arrangements.

Anyone interested in working in the concession stand should please contact Tifany DeCino at (928) 961-0898.

Games are underway for minors and majors baseball and softball and they are in need for umpires, announcers, & concession workers for these games.

Schedules can be found by visiting, pinalmountainlittleleague.org.

If you would like to volunteer to serve as an Umpire for these games, please call Brian Hudson at (928) 812-0376.

Announcing volunteers need to contact Jenica Castaneda at (928) 200-2001 or by sending an e-mail to the league to pinalmountainll@cableone.net.

Anyone interested in working in the concession stand should please contact Tifany DeCino at (928) 961-0898.

The fast-paced, highly entertaining and flourishing sport of women’s lacrosse will come to the Valley, May 6th thru May 9th. Players, parents, fans, coaches and officials will all have the opportunity to participate in the week’s activities.

The US Lacrosse 2009 Women’s Division Intercollegiate Associates (WDIA) National Championship tournament will take place at the Scottsdale Sports Complex with first-round games starting at 9 am on May 6th, and concluding with the championship game at 12:30 pm on May 9th. The top 16 women’s collegiate club teams in the nation will compete for the title of US Lacrosse WDIA National Champion.

Before the championship game on Saturday, AZ Girls Lacrosse (AZGL) will bring 200 girls lacrosse sticks to the Scottsdale Sports Complex and run a free lacrosse clinic for girls in grades K-9. The free “200 StiX” event is open to all skill levels, including girls who have never played lacrosse but want to try it. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from top Arizona high school coaches and players. The clinic runs from 10 am to 12 pm with registration beginning at 9:30 am. The event will take place on fields 9 and 10 at the Scottsdale Sports Complex located at 8081 E. Princess Drive (Northeast corner of Bell Road and Hayden Road) in Scottsdale. AZGL is also taking pre-registration online at azgl.com.

“The purpose of this event is to introduce the sport of lacrosse to girls who have never heard of it or picked up a stick. We encourage a fun and learning environment because that’s what lacrosse is all about,” explained coach Tricia Platten of AZGL. “AZGL hopes that the 200 StiX event will introduce local girls to lacrosse and empower them with new skills to foster the next generation of women lacrosse players.”

For those looking to wear the stripes rather play on the field, US Lacrosse will host a free Introduction to Officiating clinic at the Scottsdale Sports Complex on Wed. May 6th, from 6 pm to 8 pm.

“In order for the sport to grow, there must be a qualified infrastructure of officials to work the games,” said US Lacrosse’s Officials Education & Training Manager, Nathaniel Badder. “Without officials, you can’t have games. We’re hoping to get more people interested in officiating lacrosse in Arizona because it’s a fun way to help grow the sport and get some exercise!”

Other events surrounding the US Lacrosse WDIA National Championship include an AZGL 5 vs. 5 tournament on May 7th, a Desert Stix Jamboree game on May 9th, before the national championship and the Arizona Girls High School All Star game on May 9th, after the national championship. A comprehensive schedule of events is below.

Extreme Beatdown at the Apache Gold Casino and Resort was this past Saturday and was quite a show with a good mix of fights at varying weight classes. Here’s the short info on the action as heard on the Ride 94 News:

The 1st match of the night saw Heavyweight’s Seth Harrison & Jason Karpel last until 1:30 of the first round with Karpel defeating Harrison via rear naked choke

The only fight to last all three rounds and be decided by split decision was that of Lightweight’s Chris Gruetzemacher & Josh Gaskins. The judges awarded the first round to Gaskins, but Gruetzemacher’s solid efforts in Rounds 2 and 3 earned him the victory.

Another Round 1 victory of the evening was Jeremy Larsen causing Jeff Horlatcher to submit via rear naked choke at 4:44 in this Middleweight match-up.

At 1:34 of round 1, of more Light Heavyweight action, Shane De Zee caused Jesse “Kid Hercules” Forbes to tapout due to an onslaught of monstrous punches landed by Forbes on the back mount.

The Middleweight fight of Chris Hugh & Ray “C4” Steinbeiss was next and ended with a nice reverse triangle choke from side mount by Steinbeiss to defeat Hugh at 2:19 of round 1.

The Bantaweight bout between Brandon Miller & Jesse “Arturo” Moreng went to the second round. Moreng started out the second round with a huge right punch, that knocked Miller to the mat and unleashed numerous blows to Miller, forcing the fight to be stopped at 0:20 of round 2 giving Moreng the win via TKO.

Chris Tuchscherer came away with a TKO win at 1:50 of round 1 against Jamie Klair when these two Heavyweights collided. This match was Tuchscherer’s from the start, when he was able to get Klair down in a half guard to a side mount, and then the mount making it possible for him to land some pretty devastating blows to end the fight.

The fight of the night was the Female 112 lb Catch-weight between Michelle “The Karate Hottie” Waterson & Elena “Baby Doll” Reid. The only break in this fight was the short break between Round’s 1 and 2. In Round 1 Waterson utilized here karate skills by letting loose a series of front kicks and round kicks. This didn’t stop Reid, as she landed quite a few punches on Waterson, and eventually knocks her down. Waterson was able to regain her senses rather quickly and put up a good fight until the signal for Round 2. In the second round, Reid was just too domineering with her punches and sent Reid to the ground once again. Reid pounced on her Waterson and pummeled her with several unanswered punches causing the fight to end at 1:50 of round 2 via TKO.

In the first of the title fights for the night Brice Ritani-Coe took on Beau Tribolet for the SNMMA Super Heavyweight Championship. Tribolet tried finishing the fight early after applying a rear naked choke Ritani-Coe. Ritani-Coe was successful in breaking free and leaving the two to brawl until Tribolet was finally able to seize an opportunity to get in another rear naked choke. That proved to be worth the effort as Tribolet forced Ritani-Coe to submit at 4:02 of round 1 to win the SNMMA Super Heavyweight Title.

The final fight of the night was for the SNMMA Featherweight Championship between Jamie “The Headhunter” Schmidt and Yaotzin Meza ended somewhat fast. Meza took Schmidt down, but he got back up fast and tried to take Meza down with a high kick. Meza caught the kick and ended up taking Schmidt down. Meza landed in a triangle and Schmidt saw this opening and locked in an arm bar, causing Meza to submit at 1:59 of round 1 to bring home the SNMMA Featherweight Title.

To start the day, at 10 am the club will have their monthly meeting at the range in the picnic area. The club will furnish the main breakfast dish and drinks, so members, please bring your favorite breakfast side dish. They will be discussing items relevant to club finances.

Also on that day there will be several activities going on which will necessitate closing the range: at 9 am the range will be closed for the 300 yard prone match, the range will be closed from noon to 2 pm while the junior division shoots their match and a Boy Scout troop shoots to qualify for their merit badges for shotgun on the trap range, and the range will be closed from 2 pm to 4 pm while the scouts qualify for their merit badges for rifle on the bench rest range.

The Fishing For A Cure Bass Tournament is Saturday, April 25th, from the School House Rec. area at Roosevelt Lake. Teams consist of 1 boater and 1 non-boater. The entry fee is $200 per team with 50% pay out in cash prizes, 50% to Relay for Life. Live well inspections will take place on the ramp. There will be a 6 fish limit, 1 of which can be in the 13" to 16" slot. The total weight 6 fish pays 3 place's, 1st place is 50% of payout, 2nd place is 30% of payout, 3rd place is 20% of payout ($25 big fish with 1st place and 2nd place payout). Fish will be measured in Golden rule, meaning mouth closed and tail pitched.

Sign up will be available the evening of March 24th, before the event at the School House Rec. area*, or in advance (advance sign up ends March 22nd, at 5 pm), at Big-O Tire, Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce, or via mail to Shirley Dawson, 1400 E. Ash St., Globe, Az 85501. Checks should be made out to: Copper Valley Relay for Life.

This event is being sponsored by Gila County, SGCEDC, GMRCC, Big-O Tire, Unlimited Outfitters, & C.A.R.LLc.

*Additional $10 late sign up fee at lake.