Sierra College Football Coach Begins Leave of Absence
Posted: 9/29/2011
Jeff Tisdel ROCKLIN – Sierra College head football coach, Jeff Tisdel announced this morning he is taking a medical leave of absence and immediately stepping down from his coaching duties. Tisdel will continue to teach his physical education classes at Sierra.
Tisdel, whose 79-32 record at Sierra ranks as one of the nation’s best winning percentages, has lost 32 pounds in the past three months.
“I have a health concern I have to take care of immediately,” he said. “Football is my passion, but I’ve got to get better.”
With an overall coaching record of 176-76, Tisdel has been a local coaching fixture for three decades. Prior to Sierra, he led programs at Christian Brothers High School, Sacramento City College, and the University of Nevada.
Wolverine defensive coordinator Ed Eaton will be the interim head coach, just as he was in 2006 when Tisdel took a sabbatical. Sierra Associate Dean of Athletics Tom Gang, who was the head coach at Mendocino College as recently as last year, said he will return to the sideline as an offensive advisor.
“Tis needs to take care of himself and we’ll support whatever he has to do,” Gang said. “I asked Ed what I could do to help and he said I could help with the offense.
”The Wolverines (0-3) look for their first win this Saturday as they host arch-rival American River College (3-0) in a 1:00pm game at Homer “Buzz” Ostrom Stadium in Rocklin.
Youngest NASCAR Driver Ever Teams with Mercury Insurance to Promote Don't Text & Drive Pledge
Posted: 9/20/2011
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – When a 14-year-old professional NASCAR racer talks to teenagers about the perils of distracted driving, they listen. That’s why Mercury Insurance has partnered with Andrew Murray – the youngest sanctioned NASCAR driver* – to promote Mercury’s “Don’t Text and Drive Pledge” campaign.
“Distracted driving, especially among teens, is reaching epidemic proportions,” said Erik Thompson, advertising director for Mercury Insurance. “Andrew is helping us connect with teenagers about the dangers of distracted driving – especially texting – and encouraging them to sign our Don’t Text and Drive Pledge at http://mercuryinsuranceopen.com/pledge.aspx.”
Mercury will be sponsoring Murray in his NASCAR K&N Pro Series West debut at All American Speedway in Roseville, California (near Sacramento) on Oct. 15. He will be driving the Mercury Insurance #32 Team Heritage Motor Sports Chevy.
Murray, who hails from Temecula, California, will be 15 years and 12 days old on race day, making him the youngest driver in the series’ 57-year history.
“My two goals right now are to work my way up the ladder to become a NASCAR Sprint Cup racer, and to continue to educate teens about the consequences of texting while driving,” said Murray.
Murray, who began his racing career at age five, has already been speaking to high school students on behalf of Mercury’s Don’t Text and Drive Pledge. “Safe driving is a major concern of mine and Mercury’s,” said Murray. “A lot of my peers need to fully understand how deadly it can be when they don’t concentrate while driving.”
Thompson said Mercury’s Don’t Text and Drive Pledge, which launched at the recent Mercury Insurance Open tennis event in Carlsbad, Calif., will use social media avenues, such as Facebook and Twitter to help promote Murray and spread the word about the dangers of texting and driving.
In early 2011, at 14 years, eight months, Andrew became the youngest NASCAR-sanctioned driver by competing in the NASCAR Late Model Division.
Andrew Murray began his racing career at five, driving go-karts and winning races when many of his peers had to be buckled into child seats to even ride in a car. Andrew has set “youngest driver” records at every level he has competed while consistently out-driving much older competition. In early 2011, at 14 years, eight months, Andrew became the youngest NASCAR-sanctioned driver by competing in the NASCAR Late Model Division. The next step up the NASCAR ladder: Driving in the K&N Pro Series West 12 days after his 15th birthday.
- 2006 – (Age 9) Youngest driver to win a Stars of Karting event.
- 2009 – (12) Youngest driver to win a USAC Junior race. (Won four times during the year.)
- 2010 – (13) Youngest Full Focus USAC driver. (He finished second three times.)
- 2011 – (14 yrs., 8 mos.) Youngest 360 Sprint driver and youngest NASCAR Late Model Division driver. (Finished third and fifth in seven races.)
- 2011 – On October 15, becomes the youngest driver in the 57-year history of the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West at 15 years, 12 days old.
- The Future – After competing in the Pro Series West for a few years, Andrew hopes to become one of NASCAR’s youngest drivers in the Nationwide Series.
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Playoff Tickets on Sale as River Cats Battle for Division Title
Posted: 8/23/2011
Sacramento Region – Playoff tickets are now on sale for the Sacramento River Cats, who currently hold a 9.0-game lead over the Las Vegas 51s in the Pacific Coast League South Division. With 22 games remaining in the regular season, fans should secure their Pacific Coast League playoff tickets early. Tickets are now on sale at the Raley Field Ticket Office, www.rivercats.com/playoffs and www.ticketmaster.com. Individual game tickets are available as well as full six-game playoff strips, which provide the best value.
The River Cats “magic number” to clinch their 10th division title in 12 years is 14 (“magic number” refers to the number of River Cats victories needed to clinch the outright division title). The River Cats have won a remarkable four PCL Championships (2003, 2004, 2007 and 2008) and two Triple-A Championships (2007 and 2008) in the franchise’s first 11 seasons.
Should the River Cats qualify for postseason play, the team will host games 3, 4 and 5 (Sept. 9, 10 and 11) of the five-game Pacific Conference Championship Series at Raley Field (Games 4 and 5 if necessary). Games 1 and 2 would be played on the road.
If the season ended today, the River Cats’ first-round opponent would be the rival Reno Aces (Triple-A affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks), who own a 5.5-game lead in the North Division.
If the River Cats advance to the PCL Championship Series (also a best-of-five format) they would again host games 3, 4 and 5 (Sept. 16, 17 and 18) at Raley Field (Games 4 and 5 if necessary). Games 1 and 2 would be played on the road. If the River Cats were to win this series and be crowned Pacific Coast League Champions, they would then play the International League Champion in the Triple-A Baseball National Championship Game in Albuquerque, NM, on Tuesday, September 20.
Fans Take the Track This Saturday at All American Speedway
Source RMG Race Media Group
Posted: 8/20/2011
Chris Paulson All American Speedway’s highly anticipated Fan Appreciation Night takes place this Saturday, August 20th. The gates to the asphalt oval will be opened as fans take the track to mingle with the drivers, get autographs, and see race cars up close. All the cars and drivers from all divisions bring their cars on track for the annual meet and greet.
Other plans include two bounce houses, kids cub karts, lots of free giveaways such as tickets for the Speedway and other events, t-shirts, caps, food coupons and more.
When the pros take over the track it will be for the NASCAR Whelen All American Series championship points race featuring NASCAR Late Models 100, Modifieds 40, Street Stocks and Bombers 35 laps. As the weather continues to stay hot with Saturday expecting temperatures in the low 90’s the points chase will also continue to get heated providing lots of racing action.
In the Street Stock division, Mickey Owens continues to hold his points lead over the field, but finished second last weekend handing the win to Richard Poppert Jr. who is currently second in points. In third, Byron Gonzales is still working his magic on narrowing the gap for second.
After a week off, NASCAR Late Models return. Matt Scott continues to lead the field with a 23 point advantage over Jason Romero sitting in second. Romero continues his winning streak as he tries to close the gap for first. Rookie driver Dylan Hutchison continues to show progression in his first year of stock car racing and has moved into the fourth position narrowing the gap for third with Juan Pitta.
Dan Jinkerson has gained in his first place points lead as he captured his second Modified win this season. Currently in second, Steve Cote is working hard to get Jinkerson shaking in his boots for the 2011 championship. With three races and one twin 50s left for the 2011 season the battle for the top spot will only continue to get heated.
Seven time Bomber feature winner, Chris Paulson has finalized his 2011 Championship since the two drivers in second and third in points, Erick Ray and Matt Camp, have been placed on probation, losing all competition points, which gives Richard Perez the second spot. The gap between Perez and Paulson is so far that Paulson has set in stone the 2011 championship.
Pit Gates and Registration opens at noon with practice starting at 2 pm. The Grandstands open at 4pm
with qualifying set for 4pm and green flag racing at 6pm. Ticket prices for the evening will be as follows:
Adults (16-59) $13
Seniors (60+), Juniors (6-15) $7
Kids 6 & Under FREE
Family Pass (2 Adults, 3 Jrs) $35
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More information about All American Speedway can be found at www.AllAmericanSpeedway.com. The Placer County Fairgrounds administration office is open for advance ticket sales Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm at 800 All America City Blvd. Roseville, CA. 95678, or contact the office at (916) 786-2025.
New Community Basketball Leagues Looks to Capture Attention of Players and Fans After NBA Announces Lockout
Posted: 8/13/2011
In a world of salary caps, revenue sharing, and ever-growing player paychecks, NBA owners and players failed to agree on a new contract, leading to the expiration of the NBA’s collective bargaining agreement on July 1. The disappointing result is a lockout with no end in sight. In fact, some experts say the entire 2011-12 NBA season might be in jeopardy.
The official word from the NBA: During the lockout, players will not receive their salaries; teams will not negotiate, sign or trade player contracts; players will not be able to use team facilities for any purpose; and teams will not conduct or facilitate any summer camps, exhibitions, practices, workouts, coaching sessions or team meetings.
“We have made several proposals to the union, including a deal targeting $2 billion annually as the players’ share — an average of approximately $5 million per player that could increase along with league revenue growth,” said NBA Deputy Commissioner Adam Silver in an NBA press release. “We will continue to make every effort to reach a new agreement that is fair and in the best interests of our teams, our players, our fans, and our game.”
While the NBA lockout affects basketball fans and players across the U.S., there is a company that will soon be providing basketball fans and amateur players with an alternative. An innovative basketball league, called the CBL, now offers excitement and opportunity for basketball lovers nationwide. The Community Basketball Leagues (CBL) is the fastest-growing, amateur-based basketball network in the U.S. and they are currently raising $2.5 million for their expansion into 600 cities across America. The buzz surrounding the CBL centers on its Exposure League (also known as the E-League).
“The CBL is creating the most unmatched and comprehensive preparatory basketball league experience in America,” said Jamar Johnson, chief commissioner of the CBL. “Our E-League is amateur-based so NBA players could not play in our league, but we would love for NBA players to join us as general managers and mentors of E-League Teams in local communities across the country.”
The dynamic CBL E-League will offer professionally organized and managed teams, as well as guaranteed playing time and player development opportunities for all players. CBL players and teams have access to the organization’s global basketball network of college coaches, professional and minor league basketball teams and scouts, and every basketball agent in the United States representing grad-level players within the US and overseas. General managers and coaches even receive an incentive bonus if they place a player on a college, minor or professional basketball league team.
“The CBL is the most important sports league to ever come to our area!” said CBL player Brandon A. “The league is constructed to create a pro-like environment for what are mostly amateur players. The CBL did an excellent job of making rules designed to create an exciting, fast-paced, action-packed game, where all of the players get equal playing time.”
And according to CBL participant Cecil M., “The CBL provided not only a chance for players to have a safe and fun environment to play in, but it also provided an outlet for families to come and enjoy basketball at all levels.”
With a 30-game E-League scheduled slotted to begin in May 2012, players and fans throughout the U.S. can depend on the CBL for exciting, family-oriented, community basketball. The 2012 CBL schedule includes E-League teams from cities in Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Carolina, and Texas. To learn more about the CBL youth and adult leagues and its nationwide, preparatory E-League basketball program, visit the CBL at www.cblhoopsusa.com.
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About Community Basketball Leagues: The CBL is an amateur and semi-pro basketball league organization and amateur sports marketing company in the United States. The CBL has a participation level for all community members, including players, fans, and business sponsors. Make a difference in your community and take part in CBL today!
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About CBL CEO Jamar Johnson: The CBL is the creation of entrepreneur and former basketball player Jamar Johnson. After graduating from Indiana High School, where he played as an All-State basketball player in 1990, Johnson went on to lead the University of Nebraska men’s basketball program to its first ever Big 12 conference tournament championship in 1994 and completed his bachelor’s degree in human resources and family science. From May 1995 to May 1997, Johnson served as an Administrative Graduate Assistant Coach for the University of Nebraska men’s basketball program. And in 1996, Johnson also had a brief stint in the professional Continental Basketball Association (CBA) with the Omaha Racers.
Kidzkount Celebrating Ten Years by Holding its Ninth-Year Golf Tournament
From Jo Ann Wojcik
Posted: 8/9/2011
Placer County – KidZKount is celebrating ten-years as part of Placer Community Action Council, Inc., a 501(3)C non profit corporation. KidZKount has administered the Head Start, Early Head Start, State Preschool, Child Care Food Program and the Americorp Head Start Child & Family Development Project for Placer and Nevada Counties.
In celebration of these ten-years of service they are holding its ninth-year golf tournament on October 3, 2011, at the Auburn County Club. There are several opportunities in which the community can participate in the celebration: 1) a cash donation; 2) participating in the tournament and 3) donation for the opportunity drawings.
This is a very worthy organization that seeks to enrich the lives of children, who are our next world leaders, by giving them a head start in their education endeavors while encouraging the participation of the families in all activities provided for the children. Having children start out with a secure feeling of education and participating as a team member builds confidence, leadership skills, independent thinking and self esteem.
Just think how wonderful it is to become a part of such an important event, not only for the children, but for yourself. Being a part of the community, participating in a very worthy cause gives you satisfaction and a feeling of belonging.
For additional information please call (530) 886-4100 one of the helpful staff will be happy to assist you.
Off-Roading Legend Mark Smith Honored on Senate Floor
By State Senator Ted Gaines
Posted: 7/5/2011
Senator Gaines and off-roading legend Mark A. Smith. Photo provided by the Office of Ted Gaines, State Senate On June 6, I presented a Resolution on the Senate floor to off-roading legend Mark A. Smith of Georgetown, to recognize his tremendous contributions in building a major hobby enjoyed by thousands of Californians and building our state’s economy.
Mark Smith is the father of the world-famous Rubicon Trail off-road trek in El Dorado and Placer counties that literally created a new sport. Now people from across the country come to California to put themselves to the ultimate off-road test.
Smith went on to lead the first team of drivers from the tip of South America to the Arctic Circle and led a team of US off-road drivers in the 1987 Camel Trophy, the world’s number-one off-road competition, as well as being named “four wheeler of the decade” by United Four Wheel Drive magazine.
Now, Mark A. Smith Off-Roading, Inc. is an industry leader for off-road adventures, providing the equipment and expertise for groups and individuals who want to get off the beaten path and navigate the types of rough terrain first tamed by Mr. Smith himself.
Mark Smith is a pioneer who shows true California spirit. He built a sport, built a business and built an unmatched reputation in his field.
It was my pleasure to honor him.
NorCal All Sports Health & Fitness Expo
Posted: 7/5/2011
We invite you to join us for the NorCal All Sports Health & Fitness Expo! This Northern California event offers something for everyone. This is a 2-day outdoor sports, health and fitness expo, taking place at the Gold Country Fairgrounds in Auburn Ca, on August 6th & 7th, 2011, from 9am to 5pm each day.
The Expo will feature a wide variety of sports, health and fitness businesses and retailers, displaying their products/merchandise and services, including environmental and pet health, as well as several non profit clubs and organizations. There will be a full schedule of presentations, demonstrations and interactive workshops free to the public, an interactive and educational children’s area, a sports & fitness equipment swap for the public to buy or sell, music, food, drink and more.
The NorCal Fitness & Fun Benefit Run is a 1k/5k/10k event, set to kick-off the Expo on Saturday morning, August 6th, which includes events for everyone. Portions of the expo and run proceeds will be benefiting, Special Olympics Northern California, AHA Search Your Heart Program, and several high school sports programs. Gate admission is: $3 ages 18 - 64 ($1 of that donated to a charity) $1 under 18 & over 64, 5 & under is free!
Please call or visit our website for more information, and to view the many participation opportunities. www.NorCalAllSports.com or (530) 217-FITT (3488).
Big Dirt Coming to All American Speedway
Posted: 6/19/2011
Roseville, CA. Truckloads of dirt will be hauled in to the All American Speedway following the Dad’s Day Race on Saturday night, June 18. But never fear, the asphalt oval is not reverting to its roots of dirt track racing. A variety of mountains and mud pits are being created on the in-field for the Speedway events to be held during the annual Placer County Fair, June 23-26.
Friday night’s show will feature the Boost Mobile Freestyle Motocross pros competing as they fly off a 50-foot tall ramp on motocross bikes, risking life and limb to perform 360 degree back flips in mid-air. If you’re a fan of Metal Mulisha or the X-Games, you’ll recognize these pros. As of press time, some of the riders expected to attend are Matt Buyten- 6 time X-Games Gold; Kenny Bell-AMA Arenacross Pro and Dew Action Sports Tour; John Distler- Dew Tour, LG Actions Sports Tour; Jim McNeil-Dew and LG Tours, X-Games, Nuclear Cowboyz; Mike Metzger- The Godfather of FMX- EVERYTHING; and Brody Wilson- International FMX Assn Rookie of the Year 2009, X-Games. The show starts at 7:30 pm.
The Monster Truck Show at the Placer County Fair last year was a monster hit, so the big boys are returning this year with two shows of spectacular power and force. “Time Fly’s”, “Fired Up” and “Hog Wild” will be competing in the fan favorite freestyle format, overcoming every obstacle and mountain on the track, flying through the air, standing like a giant transformer on rear wheels, bouncing like a low-rider, and roaring around the arena. The Monster Truck shows also include some freestyle motocross exhibitions and 4x4 truck pulls, including a Local Street Class. Two shows start at 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm.
The Hot Rod Truck and Tractor Pulls on Sunday night in the All American Speedway grandstands will feature two-, three-, and four-engine tractors to make the ground tremble as they compete to pull the heaviest load. The engines pulse and pound as they idle, and when they are hooked up to the weighted sled, they roar with all their mighty horsepower. The sound drowns out the cheers from the crowds as the drivers coax the most they can out of their truck, while the weight of the sled they
are pulling gets heavier and heavier, until finally the truck is kept at a standstill. From draft horses behind plows to suped up farm tractors, the competition of pulling the heaviest load is directly linked to agriculture. A few of the top machines expected to compete for the $12,000 purse will be Maxx Kakl, Git ‘R Done, Wild Thing, Deuces Wild, Cal Poly’s Mustang Fever, Mini Mouse and Sharecropper. The show starts at 6:00 pm.
Tickets for the Speedway events during the Placer County Fair can be purchased in advance and cost $12 for adults and $7 for kids 6-12. Fair admission is FREE before 3:00 pm, or just $4 for adults and $2 for kids after 3:00 pm. The first 150 tickets sold for each event will include admission to the California State Fair. For tickets and information visit www.PlacerCountyFair.org or purchase at the Fair office, 800 All America City Blvd, Roseville.
All American Speedway NASCAR racing resumes with the Red, White, and Blue Race on July 2, featuring Late Models, Modified and Bomber divisions. For Speedway information visit www.AllAmericanSpeedway.com.
A Tribute to Seve Ballesteros
By Terry Fisher
Posted: 6/7/2011
The recent, sad passing of golfing icon Seve Ballesteros has been almost universally announced as the end of era – For this “Brit,” I see it as the beginning of an era.
The beginning of a European dominance in golf has been brought to life by seeds sewn back in the late 1970s, and 1980s. Currently six of the top 10 players in the official World Golf Rankings are Europeans: Lee Westwood (England), Luke Donald (Eng.), Martin Kaymer (Germany), Graeme McDowell (Northern Ireland), Rory McIlroy (NIR), and Paul Casey (Eng.). Much of the credit for the emergence of Europe as a force can be laid squarely at the feet of Seve, widely seen as the best European golfer of all time.
At a time when the Great Britain and Ireland Ryder Cup team were getting shellackings by the bellyful, Seve emerged with the newly constituted European team as leader of Spain’s “golfing armada,” with partner Jose Maria Olazabal.
The heartbeat of the European team, he shone with the team’s successes on the U.K. home course The Belfrey in l985 and l989. He continued in the winning teams on U.S. soil in 1987 at Muirfield Village, Ohio and in l995 at Rochester, New York.
His brilliance provided so much more that just the points he achieved. He gave the Europeans that included U.K.’s Nick Faldo, Scotland’s Sandy Lyle, Welshman Ian Woosnam and German Bernard Langer, total belief. They were not only equal to the Americans they could actually beat them!
Yes, it was Seve who first travelled to the U.S. and won multiple tournaments on the PGA tour. He became the first European to break the USA dominance in the Open and became the first European to win the Masters at Augusta.
Even before Tiger Woods emerged as a great shot maker, he was predated by Seve who made birdies from “impossible” locations where only bogeys seemed the only outcome.
Robert Green, editor-in-chief of Golf International and author of Seve: Golf’s Flawed Genius, exclaimed in his book that Seve had an “extraordinary imagination,” adding: “delicacy of touch and range of shots around the green that he possessed were legendary, a consequence of learning the fundamentals of the game with just one club, and that a three iron.”
I believe his inspirational qualities and never-say-die spirit live on in the hearts of the Europeans. They are an amazingly close knit group of golfers, some of whom often travel together to ever-increasing exotic courses on the European PGA Tour.
I can’t see the American top guns taking a back seat for too long. There are too many great and talented young golfing stars waiting to have their day in the sun. When will this happen? Perhaps, we should look in the tea leaves!
Terry Fisher is the head golf professional and Director of Golf at Black Oak Golf Course, Auburn; former PGA, National Federation of High Schools certified coach; First Tee of Sacramento assistant coach, and member of the Chartered Institute of Journalists (est. 1884).
Street Vibrations® Spring Rally to Rock
Sparks Victorian Square June 3-5
Posted: 5/26/2011
Hundreds of motorcycle enthusiasts have already registered for Street Vibrations® Spring Rally and hundreds of others will join them for the official kickoff to the riding season and a three day party with live entertainment, aerial motorcycle stunt shows, great food, motorcycle vendors a Skynnyn Lynnrd concert and more in Sparks Victorian Square June 3 - 5.
“We surpassed last year’s registration number in early May,” said Randy Burke, president and CEO of Roadshows, producer of Street Vibrations® Spring Rally. “There’s a lot of pent up demand this year. We thought the winter would NEVER end!”
Performing bands throughout the weekend include: Audioboxx, the Jason King Band, Easy Rider Band, the Jelly Bread Band, Nevada Hazzurd and Sparks teenager Kensey who will keep everyone entertained with karaoke during band changes.
Jaw-dropping stunt shows featuring LivFast team members who jump motorcycles 50 feet through the air 30 feet off the ground ramp-to-ramp and land on what appears to be a postage stamp are just part of the entertainment planned throughout the three day event.
LivFast will perform throughout the day Saturday, June 4th starting with practices at 1:30 p.m. Full blown shows are scheduled at 3 p.m. 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Ride in Shows allow participants to showcase their bikes and give motorcycle enthusiasts a chance to check out the artwork, the chrome and customization on some of the finest bikes you’ll find in the West.
“This year we’re having a very patriotic ceremonial flag raising by members of the 2/360th Field Artillery, Training Support Battalion based out of the Sharpe Army Depot in San Joaquin, CA,” Burke said. “We have a lot of veterans who participate in our events and it gives us an opportunity to thank them for their service to our country.”
Most event activity will start, end or take place entirely on Victorian Square in Sparks but the Rally has expanded to include some additional locations.
Legends of the West Bike & Car Fest in downtown Carson City June 3-5 is a first year event complementing Street Vibrations® Spring Rally. The special event closes the main street in Carson City for bikes and cars to be on display in a Ride-in-Show and Show & Shine, Treasure Hunts, a Cruise Parade, live entertainment, vendors and more.
Chester’s Reno Harley-Davidson is an official Street Vibrations® Spring Rally Vendor and the Market Street dealership will be hopping throughout the weekend with live entertainment and great deals.
LivFast and Reno Motorsports present The Dealer Challenge “Race for the Cup” at the MXTrack 9 miles west of Reno at the Patrick Exit, #28. There is a $5 gate fee. Gates open at 6 a.m. for practice. Races start at 9 a.m. Entries are $35 for the first entry $26 for the second. Pro Races start at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Dealer Cup Trophy winner will be announced at the jump site stage on Victorian Square Sun., June 5 at 6:30 p.m.
While Vendor Village will provide non-stop entertainment with bands and groups on various stages throughout Victorian Square in Sparks, registered motorcycle participants will take part in “poker runs” showcasing scenic rides the Reno-Virginia City Carson Valley has to offer. At each poker run stop, participants draw a card and try to compile the best poker hand to claim prizes.
For their $40 registration fee, participants get an event T-shirt, a ride pin, they participate in poker runs and ride in shows, enjoy special parking and VIP parties with entertainment.
Free Concert Saturday night from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Victorian Square enjoy tribute band Skynnyn Lynnrd.
Eddie Money at John Ascuaga’s Nugget. A former cop turned rock-star, Eddie Money topped the charts with his album, "Two Tickets to Paradise." He toured extensively through the early 90s and now he has returned to the stage with his daughter singing back-up covering for Ronnie Spektor who originally appeared on the record. This great show is in the Celebrity Showroom at John Ascuaga's Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks on Friday, June 3 at 9:00
Live entertainment continues on Sunday on Victorian Square and trophies and medals will be awarded in the Open Bike Competition which is open to all motorcycles.
Free to the public.
Motorcycle participants pay a fee.
For more information on Street Vibrations® Spring Rally, visit www.roadshowsreno.com, or call 775-329-7469.
Local Junior Golfers Selected to Play at Pebble Beach
ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. –Six junior golfers from The First Tee of Greater Sacramento have been selected to play in the Walmart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach presented by Nature Valley, an official Champions Tour event that will be held September 4-6 during Labor Day weekend and televised nationally on GOLF CHANNEL.
Briana Mao, Alex Gibbs, Austin Smotherman, Ashley Noda, Taryn Yee, and Will Scarlett make up a field of seventy junior golfers from 49 Chapters of The First Tee worldwide. The junior golfers qualified during The First Tee Participant Selection Process, which is held annually for junior golfers ages 14-18 that are enrolled in The First Tee program. The selection process evaluates participants’ playing ability and comprehension of the life skills and core lessons learned through involvement with The First Tee.
Briana Mao (16), of Folsom, attends St. Francis Catholic High School and has been playing golf for seven years with a 3 handicap. She has been a member of The First Tee for eight years and is a model participant. Briana volunteers with Disabled Sports USA, which runs programs for stoke victims, and also mentors to younger participants of her Chapter.
Alex Gibbs (15), of Granite Bay, attends Granite Bay High School and has been playing golf for ten years with a handicap 3.5. He has been a member of his Chapter since 2001 and volunteers weekly. He enjoys surfing, playing guitar, mentoring, biking, and woodwork.
Austin Smotherman (15), of Loomis, attends Del Oro High School and has been playing golf for seven years with a handicap of 1.7. He is very active at his Chapter and has been a member since the Chapter for eight years. Austin has volunteered as a sign bearer at the Walmart Fist Tee Open and at other local events in the Sacramento area.
Ashley Noda (15), of Roseville, attends St. Francis High School and has been playing golf for eleven years with a handicap of 1. She has been a member of the Chapter since 2002 and has been a big part of the fundraising efforts for the Chapter.
Taryn Yee (17), of Sacramento, attends C.K. McClatchy High School and has been playing golf for seven years with a handicap of 4.8. She has been a member of her Chapter since 2002 and is a part of the Junior Committee. Taryn also thrives on teaching and mentoring the younger members of The First Tee.
Will Scarlett (16), of Woodland, attends Woodland High School and has been playing golf for nine years with a handicap of 4.4. He has been a member of the Chapter since 2001 and is a member of the Junior Tour. He recently became a mentor to the Intermediate Junior Class which takes up most of his Saturdays. He is looked at as a leader among his peers.
The boy’s selection event took place July 14-18 in Rodgers, Ark. at Shadow Valley Country Club where 84 boys competed for 48 invitations. The girl’s selection event took place a week prior, July 7-11 in Rye, NH where 39 girls competed for 22 playing spots.
As one of the most unique and popular events on the tour, the Walmart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach annually attracts an all-star lineup of Champions Tour players including World Golf Hall of Fame members Hale Irwin, Larry Nelson and Gary Player, among others.
The selection process evaluates participants’ playing ability and comprehension of the life skills and core lessons learned through involvement with The First Tee.
To round out the final field of 78 juniors that will compete in the tournament, the host organization, The Monterey Peninsula Foundation, will award eight exemptions.
To learn more about the sixth annual Walmart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach, visit www.thefirsttee.org or www.thefirstteeopen.com.
About The First Tee
The First Tee (www.thefirsttee.org) is an initiative of the World Golf Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in St. Augustine, FL at World Golf Village, home of the World Golf Hall of Fame. Its mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing learning facilities and educational programs that promote character development and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. Since its inception in 1997, The First Tee has introduced the game of golf and its values to more than 2.9 million participants in 49 states, over 2,800 elementary schools and five international locations – Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand and Singapore. Former President George H. W. Bush serves as honorary chairman. The First Tee Founding Partners are The Masters Tournament, LPGA, PGA of America, PGA TOUR and the USGA.
About the Champions Tour
The Champions Tour is a tax-exempt membership organization of professional golfers age 50 and older. Conceived in 1980 as the Senior PGA Tour, it started with just four events and purses totaling $475,000. The Champions Tour now has 25 official Charles Schwab Cup events offering $48.9 million in prize money in 2009 and its highest average purse ever of $1.96 million. The Champions Tour's primary purpose is to provide significant competitive and earnings opportunities for players age 50 and older; to protect the integrity of the game; and to help grow the reach of the game in the U.S. and around the world. In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, Champions Tour events also generate significant sums of money for charity. In addition to providing competitive opportunities for its membership, Champions Tour events generate significant sums of money for charity. The commissioner of the PGA TOUR is Tim Finchem. Mike Stevens is president of the Champions Tour. TOUR headquarters is in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Our web site address is PGATOUR.com.
Sacramento Capitals Announce New Team Roster For 2009 Season.
Fan favorite Mark Knowles returns to Caps and partner Sam Warburg. New ladies roster features WTT veteran Rennae Stubbs and Olga Puchkova.
Mark Knowles:
Veteran player signed a three year contract to play for the Caps, returning for his eighth year. Knowles has three Grand Slam doubles titles,
two-time WTT League MVP honors and over 50 doubles championships.
Sam Warburg:
Sacramento native. Finished 2008 ranked 142 in the world in singles. Stanford Graduate, four-time All American and former NCAA
Doubles Champ. Another crowd favorite, Warburg will reunite with former WTT partner Knowles.
Renee Stubbs:
37 year-old Australian is a veteran of WTT, previously playing for the Kansas City Explorers. Formerly ranked number one in women’s doubles, Grand Slam doubles winner and 59 Sony Ericsson tour doubles titles. Like Mark Knowles, a perennial top ten doubles player.
Olga Puchkova:
21 year-old Russian turned pro in 2002. She played for the Caps last year substituting at the beginning of the season. She will handle singles duties and team up with Rennae Stubbs in women’s doubles. She has five career ITF Women’s Circuit singles titles and a career high ranking of 32 in the world.
The 2009 Advanta WTT Pro League regular season runs July 2-22 in 10 U.S. markets, with the top two teams from both the Western and Eastern Conference advancing to the Conference Finals on July 24. The Conference Champions will compete in the Advanta WTT Finals on Sunday, July 26 (location TBD).
Players selected during the Advanta WTT Roster Draft will join Maria Sharapova and previously announced marquee players including Venus Williams
and Andre Agassi (Philadelphia Freedoms); Serena Williams (Washington Kastles); Kim Clijsters and Anna Kournikova (St. Louis Aces); Martina
Navratilova (Boston Lobsters); John McEnroe (New York Sportimes), Michael Chang (Sacramento Capitals) and Mike and Bob Bryan (Kansas City Explorers) to complete the lineup for the 2009 WTT season.
“Today’s draft represents the diversity and depth of the generations of top tennis talent who play World TeamTennis,” said WTT CEO/Commissioner Ilana Kloss. “Today was one of the strongest roster drafts in WTT history and it just adds to an already amazing lineup of marquee players.”
Earlier this year, the USTA became a minority owner of World TeamTennis and the organizations are teaming up to promote the growth and development of youth team tennis in the U.S. “One of the main goals of the USTA’s partnership with World TeamTennis, is to create innovative new ways to showcase our sport,” said Lucy S. Garvin, Chairman of the Board and President, USTA. “By creating this WTT team that features some of the country’s top junior prospects, the young players will gain valuable experience while showcasing our next generation of up-and-coming talent to new audiences.”
2009 Advanta WTT Pro League full rosters (including marquee and roster players)
BOSTON LOBSTERS: James Auckland, Stephanie Foretz, Jan-Michael Gambill, Raquel Kops-Jones, Martina Navratilova. Coach: Bud Schult
KANSAS CITY EXPLORERS: Bob Bryan, Mike Bryan, Kveta Peschke, Mike Russell, Milagros Sequera, Dusan Vemic. Coach: Brent Haygarth
NEW YORK BUZZ: Alex Domijan, Evan King, Christina McHale, Sloane Stephens. Coach: Roger Smith
NEW YORK SPORTIMES: Christina Fusano, Ashley Harkleroad, Robert Kendrick, John McEnroe, Jesse Witten. Coach: Chuck Adams
NEWPORT BEACH BREAKERS: Ramon Delgado, Julie Ditty, Kaes Van’t Hof, Marie-Eve Pelletier, Maria Sharapova. Coach: Trevor Kronemann
PHILADELPHIA FREEDOMS: Andre Agassi, Nathan Healey, Madison Keys, Travis Parrott, Lisa Raymond, Venus Williams. Coach: Craig Kardon
SACRAMENTO CAPITALS: Michael Chang, Mark Knowles, Olga Puchkova, Rennae Stubbs, Sam Warburg. Coach: Wayne Bry
SPRINGFIELD LASERS: Martin Damm, Liezel Huber, Vania King, Raven Klaasen, Chani Scheepers,. Coach: John-Laffnie de Jager
ST. LOUIS ACES: Kim Clijsters, Liga Dekmeijere, Olga Govortsova, Mislav Hizak, Anna Kournikova, Tripp Phillips, Sam Querrey. Coach: Roger Follmer
WASHINGTON KASTLES: Angela Haynes, Scott Oudsema, Leander Paes, Coco Vandeweghe, Serena Williams. Coach: Murphy Jensen
About WTT:
For more information on WTT including team rosters, visit www.WTT.com.
Rocket's Swim Team Soars to 10th Straight League Title
The Rollingwood Rockets, a Fair Oaks based swim team finished atop the Sacramento Swim League, and celebrated a decade of championship swimming. The two-day Championship Meet was held at Sierra College on July 19th and 20th, and was attended by over 800 swimmers from 8 different swim teams. Rocket swimmers Posted: 1721 points, outscoring their nearest competitors, the Sacramento Stingrays, by almost 500 points!
Interesting enough, the Rockets had only 1 individual high point winner, 14-year-old Alex Peterson. A “high point” trophy is presented to the boy and girl swimmer in each age group that scores the most points in the Championship meet. Other teams such as the Stingrays, the Del Norte Dolphins, and the Arden Manor Piranhas each had 3 swimmers earning the prestigious award. “It just goes to show, you can’t win a championship meet with superstars alone” commented Head Coach Kim Berrios. “Our 163-member team is the 3rd largest in the league, but we have by far the most depth, with strong swimmers in every age group. Some teams cater to their ‘big fish’, but we try to focus on all our swimmers, especially the ones that are struggling. Our goal is to have every Rocket swimming beautifully, and we reach this goal by emphasizing technique, and giving continued feedback to each swimmer throughout the season.”
Swimmers from the eight teams competed in “preliminary heats” in the morning, and then the top 10 finishers swam again in the afternoon “finals”. As a testament to the team’s depth, the Rockets had finalists in 84 of the 86 events. In the 13-14 girls’ 50 yard freestyle finals, Rocket swimmers occupied six of the ten lanes, and finished 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 8th. Five different 13-14 girls then went on to final in the 100 yard freestyle event. The 15-18 girls also racked-up mega-points having 5 of the 10 swimmers in the 50 free final, and 6 swimmers in the 50 yard butterfly. Not to be outdone by the girls, the 11-12 boys finished 1st through 4th in their 50 freestyle event.
Ten league records were set during the Championship meet, two by Rollingwood Rocket Alex Peterson. He broke the 13-14 boys 50 yard freestyle (23.21 seconds) which had been held by the previous record holder for 32 years! He also broke the 50 butterfly record (25.95), and earlier in the season he broke the 100 yard freestyle record (52.20). The 13-14 girls freestyle relay team of Ashlee Ellsworth, Jenny Miller, Charlotte Bailey, and Summer Elliot smashed the team record in a time of 1:48.99, and just missed the league record by less than two tenths of a second. 12-year-old Jordan Zawaydeh finished first in the 50 yard butterfly, breaking the team record in a scorching time of 28.70 seconds. Other Rocket swimmers finishing first in an individual event were first-year swimmer Garrett McDanniel (7/8B 25 free, 16.16), Brianne Welch (7/8G 25 free, 16.47), Sam Krug (9/10B 50 free, 30.74), Amy Ellsworth (11/12G 100 free, 1:04.60), Emily Nugent (15-18G 100 free, 59.20), and Cindy LoPresti (15-18G 100 breaststroke, 1:12.53). Although the number of first places in the individual events may seem low for the League Champions, The Rockets won 9 of the 21 relays. “The big points are scored in the relays”, commented Coach Kim, “and when you have “A” and “B” relays composed of 8 very fast swimmers, you can dominate a championship meet”.
What makes the Rockets different from other high-powered teams in the area? If you were to visit Rollingwood Racquet Club you would see. Nestled in the corner of Main Ave. and Winding Oak Dr., the club is not even visible from the roadway. Some of the club members lived in the neighborhood for years, and didn’t know the club existed. The club just underwent a huge renovation to the fitness areas, the surroundings are beautiful, but the champions swim in a small 4-lane pool. Club membership is a requirement, but most of the families do not mind. They know they are getting expert coaching, and the opportunity to participate in a high quality program. There is no fancy aquatic center or any other frills, but according to Coach Kim, “the kids are so motivated and they have so much pride in themselves and in their team. We do not emphasize ‘winning’. We try to instill excellent work ethic, and we focus on personal bests and continual improvement. The winning just seems to be a natural outcome of dedicated swimmers, dedicated coaches, and super-supportive parents. The kids are all team players, and that’s what it takes to be the 10-time Sacramento Swim League Champions!”
Rollingwood Racquet Club offers a Fall Swim Clinic, winter lessons in their indoor pool, a Spring Swim Club, and a summer Water Polo Clinic, all of which are open to non-members. Please call Coach Kim if you would like some information on these programs (988-1727, ex. 106). You could also visit the club’s website at http://rollingwoodclub.com/ to download information/registration forms, or email Kim at kberrios@rollingwoodclub.com.
Infielder Pennington Named to MLB All-Star Futures Game at Yankee Stadium
West Sacramento, Calif. – Sacramento infielder Cliff Pennington will represent the River Cats and the Oakland A’s in the 10th Annual Major League Baseball Futures Game, to be played July 13th at Yankee Stadium in New York, NY. The game, which is part of Major League Baseball’s All-Star Weekend and is played two days prior to the Major League All-Star Game, pits many of the top American born prospects in the game against young stars from around the world. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2 (first pitch is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. PDT).
Pennington will be one of three A’s prospects to play in the game, joining Stockton pitcher Henry Rodriguez and Midland pitcher Trevor Cahill (who will pitch for the World and U.S. teams, respectively
Primarily a shortstop, Pennington has played both short and second base for the River Cats this season. A 1st round selection by the A’s in the 2005 Amateur Draft, he joined the Cats after being promoted from Double-A Midland on May 30. The native of Corpus Christi, Texas played his collegiate ball at Texas A&M University. Pennington’s stats with the River Cats this season
Cliff Pennington
AVG. | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | SB
River Cats Pitching Coach Rodriguez Named to PCL All-Star Game
Rick Rodriguez will represent Sacramento in July 16th Triple-A Mid-Summer Classic in Louisville
West Sacramento, Calif. – The offices of Triple-A Baseball announced today that River Cats Pitching Coach Rick Rodriguez has been named Pitching Coach for the Pacific Coast League team in the 2008 Triple-A All-Star Game, to be played Wednesday, July 16 at Fifth Third Field in Louisville, KY. This marks the first Triple-A All-Star Game appearance for Rodriguez, who has been pitching coach for the River Cats for eight of the team’s nine seasons.
Rodriguez, who lives locally in Folsom, has been a part of two of the River Cats’ three PCL Championships (2004 and 2007) and has guided the Cats to the top three in the league in pitching staff ERA four different times and three of the past four years. Rick’s playing career included parts of four seasons at the Major League level. The right-hander pitched for Oakland (1986-87), Cleveland (1988) and San Francisco (1990).
The rest of this year’s PCL All-Star team, which will include at least one player from every PCL team including the River Cats, will be announced on June 30t
The 2008 Triple-A All-Star Game on Wednesday, July 16 (first pitch is scheduled for 5:05 p.m. PDT) will be televised nationally on ESPN2 at 5:00 p.m. PDT and aired locally on the River Cats Flagship Radio Station, K-Hits 92.1 FM at 7:00 p.m. PDT (tape delay; online broadcast begins at 5:00 p.m. PDT).
Rollingwood Racquet Club unveils totally renovated Fitness Center
Open Air. Amazing Space. Refined Environments. Rollingwood Racquet Club’s new Fitness Center opens May 15, bringing a dramatic change to the Club’s facilities for fitness in Fair Oaks and Orangevale, both in the Greater Sacramento area. Rollingwood has shaped up to be one of the areas premier fitness venues, carefully designed to enhance the membership experience
Upon entering the club, a brand new reception area has the feeling of a luxury 5-star hotel with warm earth tone colors, a tiled floor and attractive lighting featuring slim lines and curves. Make the turn just by the doors to the swim center, and you will access one of the most prominent features of the improved facility, a vast, open fitness area that has doubled its original size. Not only is the new exercise environment more open and colorful, it has plenty of periphery areas for functional training and stretching. Warm colors throughout and natural light spilling in from the window high above still remind you that you are at Rollingwood. Fresh space deserves new equipment and Rollingwood is adding the best
New offerings of beautifully designed equipment include a complete circuit of TechnoGym, the Italian company famous for its innovative and intuitive fitness development machinery. Conditioning equipment by FreeMotion and hi-tech ellipticals, bikes, treadmills and steppers, all loaded with private televisions embedded into the dashboards to offer you endless exercise variety and entertainment.
Among other state of the art features, beside the group exercise room, a view through the glass wall into a spacious spin cycle room with 20 bikes at the ready. On the second floor, the New Rollingwood Pilates Studio Environment — larger than the one before, but with the same cozy ambiance and serene feel suited to this mind-body exercise area — is filled with natural light and a magnificent sweeping view of the beautiful hills and woodlands the Rollingwood Racquet Club property is renowned for. Down the hall, sophisticated cardio exercise machines line the new, sparkling chrome railing looking down into the open fitness space below.
Owner, Ruth Ku says “I am very proud of our wonderful team of fitness professionals who are dedicated to helping hundreds and thousands of people become healthier, happier and make connections with other people at the club. We are all blessed to have the privilege of being in this endeavor that can be so rewarding.”
The million dollar renovations at Rollingwood Racquet Club are certainly a fitting way of celebrating the Club’s 30th anniversary year and make a tour of this outstanding, new fitness center well worthwhile.Come try us out for free during our open house week from May 19-26. Click here to see our calendar of events for the week.
Hot Walkin' Nights Summer Series 2008
The Sacramento Walking Sticks will be hosting walks for fun, fitness and friendship every Wednesday night from June 4 till August 27, 2008. These walks are part of the Hot Walkin’ Nights Summer Series and will give people a mini vacation throughout their summer. Each week they will travel to various parts of the Sacramento region and explore the trails, streets, parks and recreation trails that Sacramento is famous for. Each walk will have a registration time of 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and have a 5K (3.1 miles) and 10K (6.2 miles) route to choose from. Best of all, these walks are all FREE and should participants want to join in the incentive program, they would pay $3.00 for volkswalk credit. Most routes will be suitable for strollers and dogs on leash with cleanup are welcome to join in.
June
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6/25
July
7/02
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August 8/06
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Granite Bay
American River
Gold River
Curtis Park
CSUS
Davis
Fair Oaks
Land Park
Pocket
Elk Grove
Old Sacramento
Ashton Park
Arden Park
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Hillsborough Park, 1001 Hillsborough Dr, Roseville 95746
Big Lots, 8700 La Riviera Dr, Sacramento 95826
Bel-Air Shopping Center, Gold River Town Center
2155 Golden Centre Ln, Gold River 95670
Central Valley Coffee, 3198 Riverside Blvd, Sacramento 95818
East Portal Park, 1120 Rodeo Wy, Sacramento 95819
Fleet Feet Sports, 615 Second St, Davis 95616
Village Park, 4238 Main St, Fair Oaks 95628
La Bou, 4400 Del Rio Rd, Sacramento 95822
UPS Store, 7485 Rush River Dr, Sacramento 95831
Starbucks, 5060 Laguna Blvd, Elk Grove 95758
Joe’s Crab Shack, 1210 Front St, Sacramento 95814
4251 Ashton Dr, Sacramento 95864
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Volkssports (sport of the people) began in Germany in the 1970’s and US military families couldn’t wait to bring the sport to the US. There are over 300 clubs in the US and Sacramento boasts the largest club in California—the Sacramento Walking Sticks. These walks are all non-competitive and people find out quickly that when they’re walking with a group; they walk further and faster because they’re engaged in conversation while looking at sights they’ve never seen before.
The Sacramento Walking Sticks have a monthly meeting that everyone is welcome to attend. They are held on the 2nd Thursday of every month, 7:00 p.m., at the SMUD Customer Service Center, Timberline III meeting room, 6301 St, Sacramento 95819. Our next meeting will be on June 12th. For those people who like to walk, they can meet at 5:00 p.m. at the front of the SMUD Customer Service Center Building for a 3-mile walk in the surrounding neighborhood. Dinner will follow.
River Cats, K-Hits 92.1 FM Announce Broadcast Partnership
River Cats, K-Hits 92.1 FM Announce Broadcast Partnership Station to air all 144 River Cats Regular Season games, Triple-A All-Star Game and Cats Postseason gamesWEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The Sacramento River Cats and K-Hits 92.1 FM have announced a partnership today that makes K-Hits the team’s Official Radio Station. All 144 regular season River Cats games, the 2008 Triple-A All-Star Game (July 17 in Louisville, KY) and all River Cats postseason games will be broadcast on K-Hits. Streaming game broadcasts will also be available online at www.rivercats.com. The “Voice” of the River Cats, Johnny Doskow, will return for his 8th season handling all play-by-play duties on the team’s broadcast.
“We are extremely happy to announce our partnership with K-Hits,” said Darrin Gross, River Cats vice president, corporate partnerships and broadcasting. “The opportunity to work with [parent company] Results Radio and the K-Hits team is an excellent one and we look forward to great baseball broadcasts all summer long.”
“We think classic hits and baseball fit hand in glove and are excited about marketing opportunities to present 92.1 K-Hits to thousands of River Cats fans,” said Jack Fritz, President and CEO of Results Radio LLC.
Individual tickets for the River Cats’ 2008 regular season home opener and all games this season at Raley Field are currently available at the Raley Field Ticket Office or online at Rivercats.com. Premier seating at every River Cats game throughout the 2008 season can be secured through purchase of River Cats Full Season Tickets, Mini Plans or Group Packages. 2008 River Cats Season Tickets or Mini Plans can be purchased at the Raley Field Ticket Office or by calling the River Cats Ticket Hotline at (916) 371-HITS. For more information about the 2008 River Cats season, visit www.rivercats.com. For information on other events at Raley Field, visit www.raleyfield.com.
About K-Hits 92.1 FM
Northern California based Results Radio of Sacramento, LLC recently agreed to acquire K-Hits (KCCL-FM) from First Broadcasting Inc of Dallas TX. K-Hits programs classic hit oldies from the 60’s and 70’s and features local broadcast legends Joey Mitchell and “Big” Jim Hall. Results Radio is based in Santa Rosa CA and, in addition to the recent agreement for KCCL-FM, owns and operates radio stations in Redding, Chico and Yuba City-Marysville.
About the River Cats
The Sacramento River Cats are the top minor league affiliate of the Oakland Athletics and play their home games at Raley Field in West Sacramento. Since the team’s inception 2000, the River Cats have led all of Minor League Baseball (nearly 200 teams) in attendance every year and have won three Pacific Coast League Championships (2003, 2004 and 2007). The Sacramento River Cats are an active member of the Sacramento and West Sacramento communities and are involved in countless philanthropic programs.
New Offerings for Fans Highlight River Cats ’08 Season
Additions to Raley Field, New Offerings for Fans Highlight River Cats ’08 SeasonWEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. – As the Sacramento River Cats approach Opening Day, 2008 (the team’s home opener is set for April 11th at Raley Field), the team announced today a myriad of new programs, events and improvements for fans to look for in 2008 at Raley Field. The list is highlighted by the addition of a new color Matrix Board and several new ticket packages for fans and customers of all kinds.
New Ticket Packages
All-Inclusive Mini-Plan Packages – The team has responded to feedback from their fans with the creation of All-Inclusive Mini Plan packages. The packages, which come in increments of 18 and 36 games, include game tickets, parking and ballpark food, all for one low price. Fans can call (916) 371-HITS or visit Rivercats.com for more information.
The You Pick It Family Ticket Plan
Another new ticket package for the River Cats this year is the 30-Game, You Pick It Family Ticket Plan. The concept allows fans to create their perfect ticket package by picking all the premier event dates that they want to attend and includes tickets to the Sacramento Zoo and Fairytale Town. Fans can call (916) 371-HITS or visit Rivercats.com for more information.
For information on other highlights, visit www.rivercats.com.
Defending World Team Tennis Sacramento Capitals release 2008 schedule;
Caps also selected to host Championship Weekend July 24-27
Sacramento, CA. (March 3, 2008) – Six-time and current World Team Tennis Champions, The Sacramento Capitals, open July 4th weekend with back-to-back home matches.
In addition, veteran player Lindsay Davenport, drafted by The Newport Beach Breakers as the top pick in the WTT Marquee Player Draft will return to Sacramento on Saturday, July 12, to take on her former team, the Caps. Other visiting marquee stars will be announced at a later date to coincide with the April 1 player draft.
Sacramento also relinquished the marquee rights for popular player Anna Kournikova, who will now suit up for the St. Louis Aces. Sacramento will also give up a second round draft pick and in exchange, receive first round rights for the St. Louis draft selection.
Sacramento won an unprecedented sixth King trophy with an exciting win in last year’s final match over Schenectady’s New York Buzz. The Caps will defend for their seventh World TeamTennis title beginning July 24 at Allstate Stadium.
Season tickets for 2008, including Championship Weekend tickets, are on sale now at
916-638-4001 ext.111. To see the 2008 Schedule visit the Sacramento Capitals Web site.
Courtney Strombeck Selected to adidas Elite Soccer Program 2008
96 Top Female U.S. Youth Players Invited to Elite Training Camp
Portland, OR (Grassroots Newswire) February 25, 2008 – Courtney Strombeck, of Orangevale (95662), is one of only 96 female youth soccer players in the nation selected to attend the adidas Elite Soccer Program (ESP) 2008 to be held February 21-24 on the campus of Cal Poly Pomona in Pomona, California.
U.S. Women’s National Team Captain Kristine Lilly will kick off the second annual girls Elite Soccer Program (ESP) with a speech to motivate and inspire 96 of the nation’s top female athletes. adidas ESP is the premier youth development program focused on providing soccer’s next generation of stars with a platform to showcase their skills.
adidas ESP is a sanctioned U.S. Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program that identifies the country’s best high school-aged players and provides them with a top-level, on-field training program along with a diverse off-field educational curriculum. An estimated 60 coaches from colleges, universities and professional teams are expected to scout the players attending adidas ESP.
“adidas ESP is an excellent opportunity for coaches and professional scouts to identify the best young soccer talents in the country,” says Chris McGuire, Sports Marketing Manager for adidas Soccer. “adidas is committed to supporting all levels of soccer, and our goal with adidas ESP is to prepare each athlete to reach their academic and athletic goals.”
adidas ESP is staffed by an experienced and well-rounded group of coaches from the collegiate and professional levels. Former U.S. Women’s National Team and current U20 National Team head coach, Tony DiCicco, will serve as Technical Director for the girls’ program. The coaching staff includes former Women’s National Team members Keri Sanchez, Cindy Parlow, Danielle Fotopoulos and Thori Bryan.
adidas ESP 2008 is managed by Vision Sports Marketing gsion@comcast.net a sports marketing consultancy with a focus on soccer-related brands, events, sales and business opportunities.
For more information, please visit www.adidas-esp.com.
GIRL POWER-The Folsom FLASH
The Folsom FLASH, a team of talented softball players 16 and under (16U), is stepping up to the next level of play and you can help them reach their goals.
These young women will be participating in the “Colorado Sparkler Tournament” held in Hyland Hills, Colorado June 30 – July 6, 2008. We are very excited for our team of 13 players because they will be seen by coaches and recruiters from various colleges throughout the United States. Three of our team members will also participate in All-Star games coached by college coaches. Those girls will also have the opportunity to play in a final All-Star game which will be televised on Friday, the 4th of July.
What an opportunity for these girls who are committed to the sport of fastpitch softball and want to play when they go on to college. You may know some of the team members. They are: Shelby Bishop, Baylee Bishop, Sami-Jo Everett, Rachel Hopping, Samantha Hopping, Heather Jensen, Jackie McCarty, Ashley Mrozinski, Britni Nickell, Macey Palermo, Dawn Weber, Katie Hargreaves, and Taryn Frampton and they live in Antelope, Roseville, Carmichael, Citrus Heights, Rocklin, and Lincoln.
The Folsom FLASH is a non-profit organization which currently has teams in the 10U, 14U, and 16U age divisions. They participate in tournament play within the Amateur Athletic Association (ASA) also known as the Junior Olympic program. This year the 16U team will attend tournaments held throughout California, Nevada, Oregon, and Colorado. Costs are high and the players’ family, friends, and volunteers help raise money to pay for tournament fees, uniforms, equipment, first aid supplies, water, plane fares, hotel rooms, meals, and gas when driving to tournaments and hauling the trailer that contains the girls’ softball equipment.
The team works to raise money throughout the year. They are having a Spaghetti Feed at the Orangevale Grange on May 2, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. and you, the public, are invited. Tickets are $10 each. Please contact our manager Michele at Flashfastpitch@yahoo.com. Wine and beer will be sold and of course we will have a wonderful raffle, etc. Come and meet the players!
The Folsom FLASH is also seeking sponsors at the Bronze ($250), Silver ($500), Gold ($1,000) and Platinum ($2,500) levels. At the Bronze and Silver levels, the team offers the opportunity for you to have your company name displayed on a banner at each tournament, practice and exhibition game (approximately 125 games) throughout California, Oregon, Nevada, and Colorado and your web site displayed on the Folsom FLASH 16U web site. At the Gold and Platinum levels, each sponsor’s name will be displayed on the banners of all age divisions (10U,14U,and 16U) and displayed at approximately 375 games, your logo placed on our equipment trailer (16U) and seen throughout California, Oregon, Nevada, and Colorado. Your company web site will be linked to the Folsom FLASH web site with your logo displayed on the 16U page. What a great way to advertise your company.
You do not have to have a business to help with fundraising. Any and all donations are welcomed. Please help the girls achieve their goals and send donations to: Folsom FLASH, C/O Michele Nickell, 7438 Bree Ann Court, Citrus Heights, CA 95610. Indicate the non-profit federal ID # 68-0459343 on your checks. For further information about sponsorships or questions about the team, please contact Michele at mnickell@surewest.net.
The philosophy of the FLASH is to be committed to your sport, supportive of your team mates, AND NEVER DEVELOP A TASTE FOR LOSING BUT ALWAYS LOSE WITH CLASS. What a great attitude!
Cal Expo Board Votes to Terminate Lease Agreement with Sacramento Harness Association
Cal Expo Staff Prepares to Assume Day-to Day Harness Operations as Early as March 2, 2008
SACRAMENTO, CA (February 25, 2008) –The California Exposition & State Fair Board of Directors voted Friday to approve a request by Sacramento Harness Association (SHA) to terminate its lease agreement at Cal Expo. In addition, Cal Expo announced that it has taken proactive steps to secure a harness racing license from the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) that would allow Cal Expo to take over the harness racing meet until August 2008.
In January, the CHRB granted SHA a conditional operating license valid through March 30, 2008 with the contingency that SHA would have to provide the following:
- Unaudited financial statements
- A $400,000 letter of credit to cover potential liabilities
- A business plan for future operations
- Any other documentation demonstrating that SHA is operating at a profit
SHA has notified the CHRB and Cal Expo that it will not be able to meet the requirements above, and hence, the CHRB has indicated that it is likely to take action to terminate SHA’s license. Cal Expo has submitted its license application with the knowledge of SHA’s failure to comply and at the request of the Richard Shapiro, Chairman of the CHRB.
If SHA’s license is revoked as planned and the CHRB approves Cal Expo’s application to operate the harness meet, Cal Expo will oversee the entire live harness racing program including staffing, maintenance, and operations, effective March 2, 2008. The first live harness racing meet under the new Cal Expo license would be Thursday, March 6. Cal Expo’s tentative race schedule is Thursday through Saturday each week until August 2, 2008.
After the summer harness racing meet, the California State Fair will host a live thoroughbred, quarter horse and mixed breed race meet at Cal Expo from August 20 – September 1.
For more information, please contact Erica Manuel at 916-825-0646, Emanuel@calexpo.com or visit the Cal Expo website at www.calexpo.com.
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