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VOLUME 5, ISSUE 27

The Paramount of Tennis San Clemente’s Brad Parks honored with Hall of Fame induction

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Brad Parks will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Rhode Island on July 10. Photo by Heidi Mefferd www.sanclementetimes.com

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO DANA POINT Residents in a historic neighborhood near Capistrano Unified School District will be hold- Eye on SC Capistrano’s downtown are already gearing News ing a public meeting on July 15 at Dana Hills up to fight a proposal in the city’s recent High School/South Orange County School of LOCAL NEWS & IN-DEPTH REPORTING downtown Master Plan—which hasn’t been Next the Arts (SOCSA) to discuss plans for the new formally endorsed by the City Council. The Performing Arts Facility, provide more informa- plan, which will cost more than a $500,000, tion and to gather additional comments/opin- calls for increasing the number of buildings Door ions from the local community. The meeting and building heights in San Juan Capistra- What’s going on in will run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Port- our neighboring no’s downtown, and also suggests connect- towns hole Theater inside the main building at Dana ing various streets to create more flow in Hills High at 33333 Golden Lantern in Dana the downtown area. One of those proposed Point. Those who wish to express their views of connections is El Horno, which could con- the proposed facility may do so either verbally nect Ortega Highway and Camino Capist- or on a written comment card at the meeting. SCSan rano because a freeway underpass was built The proposed facility will be build on the Dana Clemente years ago to facilitate a fire station, which Hills campus and include a 470-person capac- never got built. But the street also passes ity performing arts building with spaces for a through the residential neighborhood, and stage, seating area, lobby, storage, staff offices, residents there have been quick to rebuff classroom/practice rooms, and other ancillary any suggestions of a connection. areas totaling 30,560 square feet.

San Clemente’s Top1 5 Hottest Topics What’s Up With... from the California Horse Racing Board 1 Last week: N/A • Weeks on the chart: 1 recently, Michael Merrigan will get the nod to open his new facility provided he obtain …Alternative Project a modified conditional use permit from the to Playa del Norte? city, along with a modification to the business rules of operation. THE LATEST: At Tuesday’s City Council meet- FIND OUT MORE: www.san-clemente.org ing, local resident and architect Ricardo Nicol —DZ presented an alternative plan to the Playa Del Norte revitalization project. Instead of selling Last week: N/A • Weeks on the chart: 1 the public property to LAB Holding for com- 3 mercial development, Nicol instead suggested ...Measure M Projections his idea for the “North Beach Green Alterna- tive.” Decreased? Rather than building out the current park- ing lot into more restaurants, shops and other THE LATEST: Officials now anticipate a commercial structures, the new plan would countywide gasoline tax to fund transporta- essentially convert the parking lot into a beau- tion improvements will generate $13.6 billion tiful park while reconfiguring the parking that over the next 30 years, down 40 percent from surrounds the area. 2005 estimates. “I’m requesting that City Council consider In San Clemente, the Measure M money putting this item on the agenda instead of is intended to fund reconstruction of the Pico moving forward with the LAB project,” Nicol interchange with the San Diego Freeway, said. “This new plan proposes to increase the an extended carpool lane through town, and Ole Hanson Beach Club’s recreational poten- ultimately an additional freeway lane, among tial and value with part of the North Beach The North Beach Green Alternative Plan. Courtesy rendering other projects. triangle as a green park. It’s a simple solution The Orange County Transportation Author- to replace the project LAB has in mind.” motioned by Councilmember Lori Donchak ity this month received the updated estimate Nicol’s plan would also convert open space and to be handled by City Attorney Jeff Last week: N/A • Weeks on the chart: 1 using forecasts from Chapman University, near the north end of the project along El Oderman regarding leaked information in 2 California State University, Fullerton and Camino Real into a parking lot. However, both a letter written by local resident Jim Smith …Horse Betting at OC Tavern? University California, Los Angeles, which the new plan and LAB’s current plan are in that identifies subject matter on the project estimated tax-revenue growth in 2010-2011 agreement on one item—building the Beach that could only be discussed in closed ses- would be 6.11 percent. The OCTA, however, Park Café, which will sit in front of the Beach sion. The motion to investigate passed with THE LATEST: Horse racing fans may start went with a far more conservative estimate Club nearest the ocean. a unanimous 5-0 vote. wanting to think about their new hangout in of 1.1 percent, which led to the $13.6 billion “This plan offers no loss of ocean views But regarding the new park proposed by San Clemente. In a 5-0 vote Tuesday, City estimate. from El Camino Real, [Avenida] Pico or from Nicol, one item remains in question—fund- Council voted that satellite horse wager- Voters approved the new tax in 2006; the the historic buildings on this site,” Nicol said. ing for the project. ing, or betting, is similar to entertainment 2005 estimates were that the tax would gener- “There’s also no loss of public parking, no Also, a hearing on the plan presented by conducted at restaurant/bar establish- ate $24.3 billion. adverse environmental effects, no sale of the LAB Holding was originally scheduled for ments thus propelling San Clemente’s OC land to a private developer and no amendment Tuesday’s meeting, but the city and LAB Tavern, and its owner Michael Merrigan, a WHAT’S NEXT: Supervisor Pat Bates, who to our city’s General Plan.” are still negotiating the sale or lease of the bit further toward opening a small satellite represents South Orange County and sits on property. wagering facility at the establishment. the OCTA board, said she hopes the economy WHAT’S NEXT: The challenges to revitalize The future of the plan, including an over- Overall, 18 people spoke out in support rebounds and the dollars return to earlier this end of town continue as the community view of the environmental-impact report, of Merrigan’s new resource for gambling in estimates. OCTA spokesman Joel Zlotnik seems split in half on how they want to see whether the property will be sold or leased, the city, with numerous local residents and cautioned the plan is longterm. this area developed. Since LAB Holding was Nicol’s alternative and any others, will next horse-racing fans offering their take on how “This is a 30-year plan, so the sales tax tapped by the city in 2006 to re-develop the be heard in a special meeting at City Hall the owner runs a top-notch facility that had revenues will go up and down over those 30 area, and with the passing of Measure W in at 5 p.m. on July 19 and could extend into a its share of problems in years past. years,” Zlotnik said. 2008, many local citizens have come forth separate meeting on July 22. Two people spoke out against the item both in the form of letters to local media citing concerns that gambling is not in line FIND OUT MORE: See www.octa.net and click outlets and at City Council meetings to speak FIND OUT MORE: www.northbeachgreen- with the principles of San Clemente and that on the “Measure M” button. either in favor or against the project. More- alternative.com and stay tuned for more it’s just another mode of addiction. —Jonathan Volzke over, the debate has sparked a possible in- updates. vestigation of the San Clemente City Council, —David Zimmerle WHAT’S NEXT: After obtaining approval (Cont. on page 5)

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(Cont. from page 3) WHAT’S NEXT: The train stops in San Clem- In the second attempt, at about 1:30 a.m. on Last week: N/A • Weeks on the chart: 1 ente at 3:56 p.m. on July 13. Last week: N/A • Weeks on the chart: 1 5 July 6, a Coast Guard crew aboard a helicopter 4 spotted a panga vessel with a group of illegal …Politics Heating Up …Taking a Train to the FIND OUT MORE: For complete train sched- aliens off the coast of Oceanside, Calif. A Ma- All Star Game? ule information, go to www.octa.net/special- rine Interceptor and Coast Guard cutter joined in CUSD? train. the pursuit to stop the Mexican fishing boat —JV when it changed course to avoid the helicopter THE LATEST: The leaders of a recall attempt THE LATEST: Baseball fans heading to and boat, coming ashore at Bataquitos Lagoon, targeting two Capistrano Unified School Anaheim for the 81st Major League Baseball On the Bubble just north of Encinitas, Calif. District trustees have issued a “Commitment All-Star game can leave their cars behind and Border Patrol agents onshore quickly ap- to the Community,” that says the group will take the train. Other topics making news this week prehended eight illegal aliens from the vessel, support candidates who pledge to avoid “un- Special southbound and northbound trains and with assistance from San Diego Sheriff’s necessary” out-of-court settlements, awarding from Anaheim Station will depart 30 minutes Three failed smuggling attempts deputies, an additional eight individuals were contracts to campaign contributors, restore after the end of the MLB All-Star game. at sea yield 34 illegal immigrants caught within an hour. trust in the district and various other points. The trains will depart from Anaheim, in the and a half-ton of marijuana: Federal In total, 15 men and one woman, all Mexican The points are criticisms leveled at current parking lot of Angel Stadium of Anaheim, and officials apprehended 34 illegal aliens and citizens, were apprehended. CBP seized the trustees, including San Clemente’s Mike Win- make all regular stops on Metrolink’s Orange seized 1,398 pounds of marijuana after vessel. sten and Aliso Viejo’s Ken Maddox, who are County line. thwarting three smuggling at sea attempts In the third attempt, at about 5 a.m. on July targeted by the recall. Heading to the game, two trains from along the San Diego County coastline Mon- 6, a panga came ashore near Marine Corps Winsten has said he believes the teacher’s Oceanside and three trains from LA Union day and Tuesday. Base Camp Pendleton. Provost Marshal union backs the recall and that trustees have Station will depart at various times and are In the first attempt, at about 5 p.m. on Officers from the military base spotted and de- done their best to keep massive budget cuts scheduled to arrive at Angel Stadium before July 5, U.S. Customs and Border Protection tained 18 individuals from the boat and turned away from the classrooms. the start of the game at 5 p.m. Marine Interdiction Agents and a CBP of- custody over to Border Patrol agents. All of the OCTA also is offering a 50 percent ficer on maritime patrol intercepted a private persons apprehended, 13 men and five women, WHAT’S NEXT: Children First scheduled discount on Friends and Family 4-Pack vessel, the Oh Yeah, as it crossed into the are Mexican citizens with no documents to a news conference 9 a.m. on July 13 at Las Metrolink tickets from July 9 to 13. Normally U.S. from Mexican territorial waters. enter the United States. Following the incident, Palmas Elementary School in San Clemente, $29, four round-trip tickets are $14.50 and can Marine Interdiction Agents boarded the Coast Guard and CBP air and marine assets where they will introduce the candidate to be purchased from any Metrolink vending vessel for a customs inspection when they searched for the vessel, which pushed back challenge Winsten. machine. discovered a false floor in the deck of the out to sea. Trustees meet in a regular session that “Taking public transportation to special 28-foot fishing vessel’s cabin. These interdictions were part of a coor- night at 7 p.m. at CUSD headquarters on Valle events like the All-Star game is a great way Agents removed 291 plastic-wrapped pack- dinated effort by member agencies of the Road in San Juan Capistrano. to avoid the hassles of traffic and parking,” ages of marijuana from under the false deck, San Diego Maritime Unified Command and OCTA Chairman Jerry Amante said in a and turned custody of the driver of the boat, is comprised of CBP, ICE, the Coast Guard, FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Black- statement. “We encourage baseball fans to a 47-year-old male U.S. citizen, to agents with and other law enforcement partners, is an all- board blog at www.sanclementetimes.com for take advantage of this special Metrolink the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforce- threats multi-agency approach to maritime law the entire release. service and enjoy a convenient and affordable ment maritime task force. CBP seized the enforcement operating in the San Diego and —JV round-trip train ride to the ballgame.” vessel and narcotics. Orange County maritime region.

• City recognizes Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, Mayor Jim Dahl presented Certificates of Recognition to the following Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members in recognition of their willingness and commitment to assist the community in the event of a disaster: Vicki Asher-Wills, Harold Book, Yvonne Bustamonte, NOTES Antonio French, Bill Griffin, Donald Grow, Christina Heinl, Donna Krecu, Evelyn Larimore, Scott McKee, James Proett, Vicki Spinelli, Parker Steel, John Stewart, Jeffrey Vick, Aleta Walther and Brad Wills. Emergency Planning Officer Jen Tucker also presented Mayor Dahl with a green CERT vest and hardhat, and brought him into the fold as an honorary member. “I really want to thank all of you for doing this,” Dahl, a former San Clemente fire captain said. “I know from experience, but we’re definitely all on our own for the first 72 hours following a large-scale emergency.” CERT held a total of seven sessions for participants throughout May and June, which covered Disaster Preparedness, Disaster and Fire Suppression, Disaster Medical Operations, First Aid/CPR/AED, Light Search and Rescue Operations, Disaster Psychology, Team Operations and Terrorism and Course Review and Disaster Simulation. Next up, CERT will hold a new set of sessions in January 2011 and will partner with Orange County Sheriff’s Department. “The class is going well in terms of recruitment,” Tucker said. “We already have 20 spaces filled and there are 30 total available.” More information is available by contacting Tucker at 949.361.6109 or [email protected].

Coastal Advisory Committee Meet- Astronomy Night Tuesday, July 13 City and ing 7 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle 8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Gaze into the night sky Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org. through telescopes at The Donna O’Neill Land Family Storytime Conservancy. Adults $10, kids $5, members 9:30 a.m. Stories at the library. 242 Avenida Community Health Committee Meeting free. More info: 949.489.9778, www.thecon- Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org. 2 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group servancy.org. meeting at the Presbyterian Church Library. South Coast Detachment Marine Calendar 119 N. Avenida de la Estrella, 949.205.2562, Sunday, July 11 Corps League 7 p.m. Open to all ac- [email protected]. tive duty, retired or honorably discharged Thursday, July 8 SCAA Meeting Marines or FMF Navy Corpsman at the San Friday, July 9 3 p.m.–5 p.m. The San Clemente Art Associa- Clemente Elk’s Lodge. 1505 N. El Camino Real, Juggling & Comedy Show tion meets the second Sunday at the Com- 949.493.4949, 949.361.9252. munity Center. Refreshments served. Members 10:30 a.m. Michael Rayner provides entertain- TGIF Party free, non-members $5 donation. 100 N. Calle ment for all ages at the Community Center, 12 p.m. Entertainment by Bob Pruitt, folk Parks & Recreation Commission Seville, 949.492.7175, www.scartgallery.com. hosted by the library. 100 N. Calle Seville, guitarist, at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Meeting 7 p.m. Community Center, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org. Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, Monday, July 12 www.san-clemente.org. Chat with Pat for Seniors SC Lawn Bowling 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Talk to a heathcare profes- Free instruction offered Mondays, Wednes- Fun on the Run Wednesday, July 14 sional at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del days and Fridays at San Luis Rey Park; call for 2:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m. It’s “water games week” Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org. times. 109 Avenida San Luis Rey, 949.361.1977. with the traveling kid’s program. Locations Human Affairs Meeting listed online. 949.361.8264, www.san-clem- 3 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, “Unleashed the Power Within” Ribbon Cutting ente.org. 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org. 11:30 a.m. The Chamber hosts a seminar on 11:30 a.m. SC Chamber hosts the event performance strategies at Holiday Inn Express. at Visionary America. 202 S. Ola Vista, “55 and Alive” Driver Safety Pro- Business Council of San Clemente Members $20, nonmebers $30. 35 Via Pico 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com. gram 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Today and tomorrow 4 p.m. “Business for a Better SC” meeting; 5 Plaza, 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com. at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, p.m. General meeting at Gordon James Grill. Saturday, July 10 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org. 949.492.1131, www.scchamber.com. Neighborhood Committee Meeting 6:30 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group Pet Adoption Help Make SC Better Veterans of Foreign Wars Meeting meeting at St. Clement’s Episcopal Church. 202 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hosted by the Ark. 33963 7 p.m. The city hosts workshops to enhance 7 p.m. Second Wednesday of the month Avenida Aragon, 949.205.2562, scccollabora- Doheny Park Road, San Juan Capistrano, San Clemente. Boys & Girls Club, 1304 Calle at the Elk’s Lodge. 1505 N. El Camino Real, [email protected]. 949.388.0034, www.arkofsanjuan.org. Valle, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org. 949.498.2489.

www.sanclementetimes.com July 8–14, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 5 Eye on SC The Paramount of Tennis San Clemente’s Brad Parks honored with Hall of Fame induction By Shelley Murphy San Clemente Times

t was 1976, and Brad Parks, an athletic and adventurous 18-year-old student at the Uni- Iversity of Utah and member of an amateur freestyle skiing circuit, was warming up on the slopes before a competition in Park City. “I was competing in both aerial and mogul competitions. There were some things about the jump that bothered me and scared me a little bit, like the way it was built,” Parks recalled. “Anyway, I over-rotated it the first time off, I landed on my back, and that was it—paralyzed.” The accident left Parks a paraplegic. “I was in the hospital and had been told by the doctors that most likely I would never walk again. So I thought, ‘Well what can I do?’ I thought tennis might be something I’d be able to do. I wondered if I could play tennis in a wheelchair,” he said. Parks, 52, eventually pioneered the sport of wheelchair tennis, taking the game from its humble beginnings on shattered glass courts in Los Angeles to its integral inclusion at all four Grand Slam tournaments interna- tionally. A partial list of Park’s ground-breaking accomplishments includes: Winning the first wheelchair tennis tournament; starting and winning the first international wheelchair tennis championship; and, founding the sport’s first governing body. Another first for Parks, and perhaps his highest honor yet, Brad Parks at home with his collection of trophies from his exemplary professional career in wheelchair tennis. Photo by Heidi Mefferd comes July 10 when he makes history as the first wheelchair tennis player to be inducted bounces instead of one. glass on the ground—it was just really and wheelchair tennis is being played on all into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in “Jeff had a real mechanical sort of mind rough.” Parks won that tournament, be- the courts, at a beautiful tennis facility, by Rhode Island. and came up with a lot of great ideas: He coming the first wheelchair tennis tourna- wheelchair athletes who are tennis players. Just five months after suffering his came up with the two-bounce rule and he ment champion. “The guy I played in the I said, ‘I’m done. This is what I wanted to disabling injury, Parks picked up a racquet. was instrumental in developing the light- finals, Dave Kiley (a Mater Dei alum), was accomplish.’” “My parents were playing tennis and they weight wheelchair,” said Parks. one of the best wheelchair athletes. And In 1984, Parks organized the first inter- said, ‘Why don’t you come out and give it a Minnenbraker, in addition to teaching at today, he’s still one of the great wheelchair national wheelchair tennis tournament: The try?’ So I did—instantly, I loved it,” he said. the hospital, also worked at the Los Ange- athletes of all time,” he said. U.S. Open Wheelchair Tennis Championships “About a month after I left the hospital, I les City Parks and Recreation Department. Parks then paired up with Minnenbraker in Irvine. Winning that tournament, Parks went back for a check-up and to visit a couple “The first wheelchair tennis tournament to play doubles in the tournament and became the first international wheelchair of friends still there. They said, ‘You’ve got to was in 1977 in Griffith Park. I would say together they took that title. “The first five tennis champion. He continued to work as the meet the new therapist, Jeff [Minnenbraker], the inspiration for that tournament was years of the sport nobody ever beat me,” tournament chairman for the next 18 years he plays wheelchair tennis.’ I met him and certainly Jeff Minnenbraker, he didn’t run Parks said. “Every time I entered a tourna- and play in the tournament for a decade. we instantly became friends,” said Parks. the tournament, but Jeff’s a big part of ment I wanted to win.” “I played singles through the early ‘90s and The two teamed up and soon began traveling why that tournament happened—he was After that initial tournament, the sport’s doubles through ‘94 or ’95, and won three the country demonstrating and promoting an inspirational wheelchair tennis sports national and international interest spread. singles and 10 doubles titles,” he said. Parks wheelchair tennis at rehabilitation centers. personality at that time,” said Parks. “In 1980 Jeff and I were invited to go to is credited with growing the sport interna- Wheelchair tennis is played on a regula- Parks remembered that early tourna- Australia, we went and introduced it there,” tionally. When the International Wheelchair tion tennis court and follows the standard ment, “People just kind of showed up, we Parks said. “I love going to Australia. My Tennis Federation (IWTF) formed in 1988, rules of tennis with a few exceptions, the had hospital type wheelchairs; as I recall, wife [Wendy] is Australian—I met her Parks served as its inaugural president. most notable being the ball is allowed two the nets were out of metal and there was there.” Brad and Wendy eventually mar- Perhaps the culmination of Park’s career ried in 1981. came in 1992 at the Summer Paralympics in As wheelchair tennis grew, Parks saw Barcelona, Spain. “I got to the quarter finals the need for an organizing body of the in singles, which I was thrilled with—it was a sport and founded the National Foundation cool thing,” Parks said. In Barcelona, Parks of Wheelchair Tennis (NFWT) in 1980. paired with Randy Snow to play doubles. “I started the organization to promote Think of Parks and Snow as the Pete Sampras and develop the sport, have rankings, and Andre Agassi of their sport. The two organize tournaments, create the rules, and adversaries battled frequently throughout really to get more people to play the game,” their careers. he said. “We had a huge rivalry. The first 10 years “When I started the organization my goal of our U.S. Open, Randy and I met in the was for wheelchair athletes to be tennis finals: I won three and he won the other players and for us to play at tennis clubs seven,” said Parks. “Early on we chose not to and nice tennis facilities,” he said. play together—we would have just dominat- Parks recalled the day he actually real- ed—and, then we became so competitive that ized his goal. we didn’t want to play with each other. Then, “It was about 1985, I was in Grand Rap- the one time we played doubles together we ids, Michigan at one of our tournaments in won the gold medal in Barcelona.” an indoor tennis club. I remember sitting After winning gold in Barcelona, Parks there, looking around and seeing all these said, “I was pretty much done, it was time to guys and girls wearing tennis clothing pass the torch, so to speak. It was time for the Parks (left) with doubles partner Randy Snow after winning the gold medal in Barcelona, Spain in 1992. and they all had lightweight tennis sport USTA [United States Tennis Association] to Courtesy of Brad Parks wheelchairs. I’m looking at 12 tennis courts (Cont. on page 8)

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Eye on SC The Paramount of Tennis “We are delighted to honor these profes- (Cont. from page 6) sionals who have made a remarkable impact take it over. That was kind of our goal early on tennis, both on and off the courts. Gigi, on, to be part of the USTA and ITF [Interna- Natasha, Todd, Mark and Owen achieved tional Tennis Federation], and that started to extraordinary results at all levels of competition, happen.” proving themselves to be true champions and In 1998, the IWTF and NFWT were inte- legends in tennis. Brad excelled on the courts as grated into the ITF and USTA, respectively. well, and he developed an entirely new aspect With the support of his wife Wendy and of the game for the world to enjoy. Derek’s vi- their twin girls, both recent SCHS graduates, sion and leadership abilities were instrumental the longtime San Clemente resident transi- in elevating the game to the global sport that tioned into a career in real estate. And while it is today,” said Christopher Clouser, chair- Parks doesn’t play much tennis today, he still man of the International Tennis Hall of Fame & finds time to enjoy the sport with his family. Museum. “All seven of these individuals have “The kids will occasionally ask me to go left a positive impact on the game of tennis, and out and play—I love to play with them. The we are pleased to recognize their successes and beauty of wheelchair tennis is the ability to contributions.” play with an able-bodied person. Most of the • Since 1955, the International Tennis Hall of people I’ve played with over the years are Fame has honored 218 people representing 19 able-bodied,” he said. countries, inclusive of the Class of 2010. The Parks said he’s pleased with the evolution International Tennis Hall of Fame features a of the sport. comprehensive tennis Museum that commem- “We worked hard, we ran around the globe orates the heroes and heroines of the game promoting it, and today it is so far beyond and chronicles the history of the sport from its what I ever imagined. We have all the Grand 12th century beginnings through present day. Slam tournaments, $1.5 million in prize Five new exhibits paying tribute to the Class of money, wheelchairs are made specifically for 2010 have recently been installed and will be tennis, we’re part of the USTA and ITF and, Parks offers his opponent a solid forehand return during a match early in his career. Courtesy of Brad Parks showcased for one year. it’s still developing and growing,” Parks said. So July 10, is a very special first for Parks. Also on the Agenda won 38 titles together, including 14 Grand Hall of Fame Voting He’ll make history as the first-ever wheel- • The International Tennis Hall of Fame will Slam events; and Todd Woodbridge and Mark A panel of international tennis media voted chair tennis player to be inducted into the present the highest honor available in tennis Woodforde, the legendary Australian doubles on the Recent Player selectee, where a 75% International Tennis Hall of Fame, and will to seven legends of the game at 12:30 p.m. team who amassed 61 ATP doubles titles favorable vote is required for induction. The be presented by Bob Shafer, a retired Wilson on Saturday, July 10. The Induction Ceremony including 11 Grand Slam championships. In International Masters Panel, which consists of Sporting Goods executive who supported will take place on the historic grass courts of the Master Player category, 12-time Grand Hall of Fame inductees and individuals who are Parks as a sponsor. Bill Talbert Center Court at the International Slam tournament champion Owen Davidson highly knowledgeable of the sport and its his- Yet Parks is still surprised by the induction. Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. has been elected. In the Contributor category, tory, voted on the Master Player and Contribu- “I really didn’t think I’d get in,” he said. The Class of 2010 honors some of the most Derek Hardwick, past chairman of the British tor selectees. To be inducted as a Master Player “When I got the phone call I was surprised.” remarkable doubles players in the history of Lawn Tennis Association who was instrumen- or a Contributor, an affirmative vote of 75% is Still a modest man, Parks said reaching the the game, along with two individuals who tal in the transition to the Open Era, will be in- required. milestone was never his main motivation. were instrumental in shaping the history and ducted posthumously. Also in the Contributor “I just wanted to get more people to play growth of tennis. category, Brad Parks, the pioneering founder For information on the International Tennis the game because I was enjoying it so much.” Elected in the Recent Player category will of wheelchair tennis, will be the first ever Hall of Fame & Museum and its programs, call SC be Gigi Fernandez and Natasha Zvereva, who wheelchair tennis inductee. 401.849.3990 or www.tennisfame.com.

DISTURBANCE Via Sonrisa, 0 Block (10:49 p.m.) A group window was removed. Calle De Los Alamos, 1800 Block (10:59 of people in about six different cars were p.m.) A caller said some teenagers were honking their horns and being noisy. They SUSPICIOUS PERSON pretending to throw things at passing cars, were trying to box in another car and toilet Ola Vista, 200 Block (1:17 p.m.) A man was SC paper it. trying to pass a fake $100 bill and said his causing them to swerve. friend gave it to him. DRUNK DRIVING Thursday, July 1 Sheriff’s Avenida Victoria/ Ola Vista (7:27 p.m.) PATROL CHECK A caller saw a man pour vodka into a bottle MISSING JUVENILE Avenida La Pata, 200 Block (1:14 p.m.) and then drive off. Avenida Santa Barbara, 200 Block (7:12 A BMX biker was riding in the skate park, p.m.) A caller reported her 15-year-old which is not allowed. Blotter BURGALRY IN PROGRESS daughter missing after grounding her. The Avenida Vaquero, 300 Block (6:20 p.m.) daughter went into her bedroom, turned WELFARE CHECK A caller allowed two young men to use her Avenida Vista Montana, 200 Block (10:34 Compiled By Chris Bashaw up the radio, pulled the screen off of her restroom. The men stole her wallet and fled window and jumped out of the second floor a.m.) An out-of-state caller requested a welfare All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s in their car. window. check on his daughter. He received infor- Department Web site (www.ocsd.org) and reflects data available mation from a private investigator that his from calls placed from the field by the responding officer(s). An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of PATROL CHECK CITIZEN ASSIST daughter was sleeping in a car because she the entries listed on the OCSD Web site. Avenida La Pata, 200 Block (2:01 p.m.) Boca De La Playa, 100 Block (6:13 p.m.) was having marital problems. A caller reported a huge swarm of bees An unknown man cut down six trees on the Sunday, July 4 hovering around a bush at a skate park. caller’s property. ABANDONED VEHICLE Chiquita, 100 Block (8:57 a.m.) A caller said MUNICIPAL CODE VIOLATIONS Friday, July 2 ILLEGAL PARKED VEHICLE a car has been parked on the street for two Charco, 1200 Block (10:46 a.m.) A caller said Gema/ Calle Pastadero (5:38 p.m.) A caller months and the owner only moves it on street her neighbor raises bees in his backyard. The DISTURBANCE reported a large car with a 24-foot boat at- sweeping days. neighbor has been asked several times to North El Camino Real/ Avenida Pico (11:15 tached to it was blocking the caller’s ocean remove his bees. p.m.) Some people were seen throwing view. WELFARE CHECK water balloons at passing vehicles. One bal- Avenida Presidio/ El Camino Real (8:53 a.m.) DISTRUBANCE loon shattered the window of an OCTA bus. MISSING ADULT A caller said there was a child in the backseat Calle Guadalajara, 2800 Block (12:17 a.m.) Camino De Los Mares/ Camino De Estrella of a car with no parents around. The caller A man said his girlfriend was being assaulted DISTURBANCE-MUSIC OR PARTY (5:15 p.m.) A caller’s wife was talking about believed the father was sitting on the patio of a at a party. Via Tulipan, 1600 Block (11:06 p.m.) committing suicide all day but didn’t men- coffee shop. An out-of-town caller said her neighbor tion how she would do it. Saturday, July 3 informed her that the caller’s son is having DISTURBANCE a party at the caller’s house with possible BUGULARY IN PROGRESS Marquita, 200 Block (12:02 a.m.) A caller said DISTURBANCE-MUSIC OR PARTY drug activity. An elderly grandmother lives Calle Del Cerro, 1100 Block (4:24 p.m.) her neighbor’s ex-husband has been loitering Avenida Madrid, 300 Block (11:58 p.m.) A at the house. The caller saw a man in fatigues climbing in front of the neighbor’s house. He was bang- caller reported a loud party with an unknown through the window of an unknown apart- ing on the door for over an hour and the caller number of people playing beer pong. DISTRUBANCE-MUSIC OR PARTY ment. The caller said the screen on the thought he was not allowed inside.

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Eye on SC

News Bites —Compiled by David Zimmerle P r o p s , R ecognitions and Morsels of I n f o

u The San Clemente Friends of the Library u Shorecliffs Golf Course, 501 Avenida Va- Bookstore, 242 Avenida Del Mar, will host a quero, is rolling out some fun events for the silent auction with final bids taken by noon on summer including live music, dancing and August 6. Works include: Jane Austen’s Letters dinner specials. On July 9, SGC will kick-off (starting bid $25), The Art of Mark King (starting a night of fun from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and bid $30), Expect a Miracle: My Life and Ministry will feature blues band JVJ. Dinner specials an Autobiography (by Oral Roberts, starting and the snack bar will be open until 8:30 bid $20) and Fifteen Volumes (various titles, p.m. or 9 p.m., with drinks and chips/snacks limited to 247 numbered copies, starting bid available all night. There is no cover charge

$50). Books will be displayed in the library

associated with the event. More informa- lobby case and bids will be taken at the Friends tion is available by calling 949.492.1177. Bookstore only. All proceeds benefit theS an Clemente Library. More information is available at 949.492.3493. u The Melting Pot, Orange County’s premier

fondue restaurant franchise, marks their three- Mark Calentino. Courtesy photo year anniversary with the 3 for $33 menu. u San Clemente Library’s book club will The 3 for $33 dining menu is only available at u The San Clemente High School PTSA held its annual Faculty/Staff Appreciation luncheon on have local author Douglas Pricer lead a June 15. Honorary Service Awards were presented to the following individuals for their service to discussion on his book A Candle in the Chapel their Brea and San Clemente locations, and runs now through August 31, 2010. Guests the community and to the students of San Clemente High School: Deputy Rod Valdez, Linda Ver- on July 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Pricer’s raster, Adele Yearry, Carmen Berry, Pam Powell, Sue Henderson, Lisa Kerr, and Duncan Wilson. A new book is an historical fiction novel that are invited to “dip into something different” and enjoy a fun and exciting dining experience new award for SCHS was created this year remembering the late and great John Wooden and his combines solid historical research and great “Pyramid of Success.” This year’s first-ever recipient was science teacher and wrestling coach, Mark storytelling to capture the essence of the with a three-course menu for only $33 per person. The 3 for $33 menu includes a selec- Calentino. Coach Calentino is a highly respected teacher, coach and mentor who encourages the Marines Corps in the Pacific during WWII. “Pyramid of Success” in all his students and athletes. As one parent wrote, attempting to sum up his Any marine who has “been there and done tion of ambrosial cheeses, savory seasons bouillon broths for cooking entrees tableside, many attributes, “What Coach Calentino has done for his students, fellow employees/peers, admin- that” in combat, and any person who has istrators, parents, and the community is so stellar it is almost impossible to put into words.” not, will be moved by its emotional force. including filet mignon, shrimp, chicken breast, NY strip steak and chicken & vegetable pot Pricer is also the author of five books and u San Clemente High School’s Kyle Fehd is numerous magazine and newspaper articles stickers. Each main course is served with an u Visionary Artisan, 202 S. Ola Vista, assortment of seasonal vegetables and sweet will celebrate a ribbon cutting ceremony taking one more step in the right direction. The on American history, and is a graduate of high school freshman recently won a $3,000 Sonoma State University. He makes his and spicy sauces for dipping. Top the evening on July 9 from 11:30 a.m. to noon. The off with a decadent selection of milk, dark or business prides itself on building artistic community-college scholarship and a 2010 Kia home in Huntington Beach with his wife and Soul through the “Free Ride to Community Col- family. This event is open to the public. More white chocolate fondue served with seasonal creations with renewable resources and fruit, petit cakes and brownies. Reservations focuses on the sale and installation of leges” sweepstakes on June 23. As part of the

information is available from Alicia Zach at 6th Annual Financial Aid Awareness Month, the San Clemente Library at 949.492.3493. are recommended by calling 714.671.600 in bamboo products to replace products that Brea or 949.661.1966 in San Clemente. are traditionally made from materials like the “I Can Afford College” campaign joined

wood, metal, and plastic. More information forces with Clear Channel Radio to offer the is available at 949.492.1131. program. The purpose of the sweepstakes was to raise awareness that financial aid is available year-round at the 112 California Community u Local businesses rose to the occasion when Colleges. During the sweepstakes, March the call went out requesting donations for San 29 through May 23, 2010, the “I Can Afford Clemente High School’s “Gradnite.” “Hang College” campaign received more than 12,500 X” was this year’s theme for the all-night entries with nearly half of the entrants asking celebration held at the San Clemente High to receive more information about financial aid School gymnasium. The goal of the gradnite at community colleges. In addition, the website, committee every year is to create a safe and www.icanaffordcollege.com, had more than entertaining venue for graduates to celebrate 91,000 unique visitors during the sweepstakes completion of high school. The all-volunteer promotion. committee decorated the gymnasium with games, a “tattoo” parlor, food and beverages, a DJ and a place to relax when the grads needed to take a break from it all. Businesses that donated prizes and food included: Los Golondrinas, Coral Thrift Shop, U-Haul, Dave Cook’s PGA Golf Shop, Krikorian Theaters, Cycle Works, San Clemente Café, Cabrillo Playhouse, Sonance, Paul and Lupe Littlepage, Accent Portraits by Diana, Ocean Institute, Pizza Port, Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta, Jack Randall Photography, South Coast Furni- ture and Mattress, Griffin Optometric Group, u Raad Ghantous and Associates (RG&A) Courtesy photo Rainbow Sandals, Designs by Nature, Daniel u Molina Healthcare of California has announced San Clemente resident James E. Cruz, M.D., recently won the Orange County Association Michaels Salon, Buy My Bikes, Larry Rannals, of Realtors’ “Most Creative Listing” Award has joined the health plan as the new Medical Director for California. Dr. Cruz will be respon- Workman Molina, ASAP Appliance, Burns In- sible for providing clinical leadership and support for Molina Healthcare of California, including by designing a real estate brochure for a vestment Group of Stifel Nicolaus, Gibbs Law recognized, circa 1926, historical landmark utilization management of Medicare in California. “We are pleased to have Dr. Cruz join Molina Firm, Ocean Physical Therapy, Inc., Dr. Sachiko Healthcare,” said Richard Bock, M.D., Chief Medical Officer for Molina Healthcare of California. property in San Clemente. The contest Fukuman, Edible Arrangements and Juice it was open to 10,000 agents with more that “Dr. Cruz will provide clinical support for our staff and medical affairs personnel in California. His Up. There were “out of town” donations as participation is timely as our health plan prepares to manage an increasing number of seniors and 21,000 listings. The brochure design and well including the Los Angeles Dodgers. staging was done by Ghantous, a back- persons with disabilities.” The Grad Nite Committee would like to

Prior to joining Molina Healthcare of California, Dr. Cruz was with several healthcare orga- ground photo was done by Liz Hanson Kuhns thank these generous donors on behalf of the and photography was done by Mike Cotter. nizations in California, including Arcadian Management Services, AltaMed Health Services graduating class of 2010. Corporation and Health Net of California. Cruz received his medical degree from the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. He completed his residency in family medicine and a Have something interesting for the community? fellowship in community medicine at White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Cruz is board certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. Tell us about awards, events, happenings, accomplishments and more. More information about Molina Healthcare, Inc. and Molina Healthcare of California is avail- Forward a picture along, too! We’ll put your submissions into “News Bites.” able at www.molinahealthcare.com. Send your information to [email protected].

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GUEST OPINION: By Gary Headrick, Founder San Clemente Green Online Reader Poll

Will you still eat out at Biggie’s Burgers & More A Bumper Crop of Knowledge despite the recent name change from Fatburger?

Our Permaculture Excursion in Review Yes. The food is still worth the visit. ast month I wrote about the educational adventure that 42% my wife, Laurie, and I were about to embark on. The L intent was to learn as much about permaculture as we No. It’s just not the same anymore. possibly could in two weeks, earn a certificate, and share our newfound knowledge with whoever might be interested. I’ll 21% do my best to condense our experience into a brief synopsis here, but after 112 hours of indoor and outdoor training, it Undecided. I’ll have to give it a trial run before I’m truly sold. won’t be easy. We have more information and photos on our 37% website, www.sanclementegreen.org, and we’ll also be doing a video compilation which may take some time to complete. Make sure to sound off each week on the “SC Times Poll of Permaculture is a practical set of ecologi- the Week” at www.sanclementetimes.com. Then go to our cal design principles that can be applied community Message Board and share your opinions. to urban, suburban and watershed scale. www.sanclementetimes.com. Bookmark it today! Permaculture principles provide a way of The SC Times Online Reader Polls are not scientific and do not reflect the opinion of theSC Times. thinking that enables people to establish highly productive environments that PUBLISHER’S LETTER provide for food, energy, shelter, and other By Norb Garrett material and non-material needs. The term Cheap Shots permaculture actually has two definitions— Gary Headrick the first being “permanent agriculture,” Not Welcome and the other “permanent culture,” as he political season always seems to bring out the people came to understand that social aspects were also a key worst in people. Case in point those who write Let- component of many sustainable systems. At the Regenera- T ters to the Editor using a ficticious name, then using tive Design Institute’s 17-acre organic farm, just north of San our newspaper’s open community forum to take cheap Francisco, we learned firsthand just how appropriate both of shots at elected officials. Such was the case last week these definitions truly are. when a letter from a “Mary Worth” made its way into The “permanent agriculture” concepts were handed down A student helps harvest dinner for the evening. Courtesy photo our Soapbox section. Despite stringent vetting policies to us from leading experts in the field, beginning with Penny compost and worms. The amount of material covered was we have in place at the SC Times, this Livingston-Stark of the Regenerative Design Institute, who intense and solidly reinforced by our design project which letter was added in at the last minute also arranged for these other permaculture superstars. Brock brought it all together with the insightful guidance of Penny due to some available space in the Dolman of Occidental Arts & Ecology Center covered the and Toby. section even though the name, along topic of water (the essence of life). John Valenzuela focused Here are some of the major concepts of “permanent agri- with a handful of others we’ve flushed our attention on agroforestry and plant grafting. Toby Hemen- culture” that were elaborated upon in great detail. out over the years, is on a “no-run list” way, author of Gaia’s Garden: A guide to Home-Scale Permac- The problem is the solution. Waste is simply an unused of names whom we have been unable ulture, taught us about energy, true cost pricing, and passive resource. Redundancy and diversity creates resiliency. Pro- to authenticate. We have a strict policy solar. Other guest speakers rounded out our education with tracted and thoughtful observation is one of your best tools. against anonymity in the Soapbox sec- hands-on learning about organic gardening, natural buildings, Make the least change for the greatest effect. Mimic nature tion, which has led to attempts by some earthen ovens, goats, chickens, bees, mushroom cultivation, Norb Garrett (“bio-mimicry”). Aim for optimum production, not maximum to abuse the forum by inventing names. production. A successful permaculture design will result in The letter last week included all sorts of allegations the greatest yield for the least amount of energy expended. against Councilwoman Lori Donchak related to her The more subtle “permanent culture” concept was not position on senior housing in San Clemente. Our public taught as much as it was experienced. Laurie and I had officials are, of course, fair game when it comes to public made the decision to do a work-trade exchange, simply as opinion and discourse, and that dialogue is an important a matter of financial considerations. Our duties involved part of the SC Times’ coverage of this great city of ours. organizing and working with rotating shifts of four or five But for individuals to pervert that process by hiding of our fellow students to clean up after every meal. Much behind fake names only shows the depths to which some to our surprise, this menial task became one of the more will sink to advance their cause or initiative. gratifying aspects of our experience. There was a real sense Our apologies to Councilwoman Donchak and to all our of cooperation and gratitude which made the job seem ef- readers for failing to intercept the fake writer’s letter. The fortless. A lot of good bonding took place over those dishes incident serves as a wake-up call for us at the SC Times, as we literally rubbed elbows with the next graduating class and you have my word that you can count on us ensur- of 28 promising individuals, each of whom have incredible ing that the opinions that appear in Soapbox—whether character, talent and passion to address the woes of the you agree with them or not—are truly tied to the person world. It is quite a statement to say that the informal social whose name appears with them. The main house where classes were held. Courtesy photo (Cont. on page 13)

Page 12 • San Clemente Times • July 8–14, 2010 www.sanclementetimes.com SOAPBOX Letters to the Editor A GOOD IDEA Now the same developer wants to buy the beachfront pub- licly-owned property next to the Ole Hanson Beach Club Earle McNeil, San Clemente and build a shopping center/restaurant area. Does that Is this not the greatest proposal: Proposed 28th Amend- make sense? Look what has happened to the Marblehead ment to the United States Constitution: “Congress shall make property. no law that applies to the citizens of the United States that The issue here is that the train station and beautifully does not apply equally to the Senators and/or Representa- landscaped parking lot is both functional and aesthetically tives; and, Congress shall make no law that applies to the pleasing. It is not a problem and does not need any revi- Senators and/or Representatives that does not apply equally talization. The people of San Clemente voted to revitalize to the citizens of the United States.” the North Beach area. They did not vote to have their only publicly-owned beachfront property given to a developer WHAT’S TAKING SO LONG? for stores and restaurants. Times have changed. Now is not Ken Nielsen, San Clemente the time and our beachfront property is not the place. The How long does it take to get something done in San San Clemente City Council should not enter into any nego- Clemente? After more than five years and a citywide vote it tiations to sell or lease that land! If developing is to be done seems like we are almost there. Playa Del Norte has been for enhancement, redevelop the land where the car wash dragged out longer than it ever should have been. The facts and U-Haul are located, and leave our beachfront alone! are known, the studies have been completed yet those against it continue to say that the beach parking will be eliminated COUNT OUR VOTE AS ANOTHER NO ON THE Goat milking was just one element of the two-week experience. or that this is three and four stories tall. After all this time I NORTH BEACH PROJECT Courtesy photo can’t imagine that these people are just misinformed. These A Bumper Crop of Knowledge statements are just out and out lies thrown out there to Martin and Wendy Berube, San Clemente (Cont. from page 12) confuse people. I say enough is enough. Playa Del Norte will If you own real estate right now, would you sell it? Prob- interaction was just as significant as the expert teaching, the be a huge improvement that will benefit North Beach and ably the only thing that could force you to sell in a market first-class organic meals prepared by the extraordinary Chef be enjoyed by all of San Clemente. It’s time for the fat lady to such as this would be losing your job or some type of Karin, and the idyllic farm setting which was only a short sing. Approve Playa Del Norte now. financial hardship. Have the City Council members behind walk from a beautiful isolated beach along the rugged coast. this LAB idea lost their jobs, or minds? I think they have The positive sense of cooperation and mutual regard for PLAYA DEL NORTE IS FOR EVERYONE just lost their minds. That is the only way to explain their each other not only created the perfect setting for shared desire to sell an incredibly valuable piece of publicly owned learning, but also established lasting relationships that Kathryn Stovall Dennis, San Clemente property in the worst market in decades. If they go through connected each of us in a support system as pervasive and After working on the San Clemente Coastal Trail for over with this sale, I think they should lose their jobs. diverse as any underground mycological network. Much was 10 years there’s one thing I have learned: We love our beach! Some people agree that we need to improve North learned, much was shared, and in the end we understood People want to get out and walk, run, sit, talk, ride, dog walk, Beach. That was made clear with the narrow passage of that this was only the beginning for those of us who have surf, swim, exercise, find beach glass, meet friends, spend Measure W. However, the LAB project is not the way to do chosen to embrace the following ethics of permaculture: time alone, grab something to eat, sip a coffee (tea for me!) it. It is a beautiful project, but unfortunately its placement is Care of the Earth, care of people, set limits to consumption, and they want to do it in the ocean or as near to it as they can all wrong. Instead of replacing the decrepit Miramar The- and distribute surplus judiciously. Perhaps the most impor- get. That is why we live here. Playa del Norte is going to be atre, which is the real eyesore, this project wants to take tant thing we discovered was that permaculture is about perfect for all of us. away valuable parking space. This parking space is valuable developing beneficial relationships. That is something that Our coastline is almost entirely residential. That’s fine if in more than one way. First of all, it is a steady stream of can be applied to every human endeavor. you are lucky enough live right on the bluffs or have a great income for the city. Although the money made from park- If you’d like to read future columns on certain aspects ocean view from your home. We have the Pier Bowl but it ing may not seem like a lot next to the sale price of the of permaculture, or be notified of when our video is ready just doesn’t accommodate all those folks who want to enjoy property, if we think long term (something politicians and for viewing (or have any other comments), please send an the beach even if their toes don’t touch the sand. I was lucky city council members rarely do), it is plain to see that the email to [email protected]. Following are several enough to have a mom who hauled us kids to the beach fiscally responsible thing to do is to hold on to income-gen- related links: http://www.regenerativedesign.org/, http:// whenever we wanted to go because she loved it so much. erating beach front property. www.oaec.org/water-institute, http://www.permaculturepor- Now, in her 80s, she can’t make it down the steps to the Did I mention that this is the worst time to sell real tal.com, http://patternliteracy.com/bio.html. beach or walk on the sand so whenever she visits she wants estate that I have seen in my lifetime. We will basically Gary Headrick and his wife, Laurie, are the Co- Founders to go out to eat where she can see and smell and drink in the be giving away this valuable publicly owned asset. When of San Clemente Green, a non-profit citizens group dedicated ocean. Playa del Norte will give us that opportunity. the market comes back in a few years, we will have lost to making San Clemente a sustainable city, (www.sancle- I have lived in and been involved with issues in San Clem- millions of dollars, but by then it will be too late. Secondly, mentegreen.org). They also run a business together doing ente for over 30 years. This is hands down the best project I the North Beach parking lot is one of the few places where architectural presentations, (www.ha-ap.com). He and Laurie have ever seen. It really fits our beach town. I fully support you can park close to the beach so that you don’t need to have recently become Certified Green Building Professionals as the sale of what is now either empty dirt lots or an antiquated trek a half mile with your chairs, coolers, beach toys and well as Certified Permaculture Consultants in order to better parking lot and see this as an opportunity for investment in firewood. If the project goes through, I will have to carry serve the needs of the community. The Headricks have lived in our town, our future. Ocean views will not be blocked and my twin baby boys and all of our gear across Pacific Coast San Clemente for the past 30 years, raising their two children new ones will be created where none exist now. A really im- Highway. As a tax paying resident, I enjoy the beautiful Naomi and Nate. Their son, Nate has a degree in sustainabil- portant element to me personally is that beach, trail and Ole view of the ocean while walking to Kaylani, Ichibiri, or ity and their daughter Naomi and husband Rob have added a Hanson Beach Club parking will absolutely not be compro- while enjoying a beer at Knuckleheads, or from many other wonderful new dimension to their lives named Isabella. mised. Coastal Commission oversight will ensure our views, vantage points in North Beach. All of this will be taken parking and coastal access are protected. away with the LAB project. Doesn’t it make sense to fix the PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. So many of us want to reclaim a part of San Clemente that Miramar first? My parents always made me finish projects I We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite has been lost to us for so many years; Measure W told that started and San Clemente has a number to finish. responses to be sent to [email protected]. story well. We want a safe and revitalized North Beach for all My final annoyance at this project is that we have empty to enjoy. I want to thank all the private citizens in our com- retail space all over the city. In fact, there is a brand new munity who have given so many hours getting the word out giant 3-story building a mere 3 blocks from the proposed about the benefits of Playa del Norte to their neighbors. It is site of this development that has been completely vacant YOU’RE INVITED! long past time, it is now time for our city council to vote Yes since it was finished. And if this project is not financially for Playa del Norte. successful, will we be left with another Marblehead and a Thank you. torn up parking lot? As a tax-paying citizen of San Clemente, that parking lot PLAYA DEL NORTE: belongs to me, too. I don’t want to sell it to a developer at 8 a.m. Friday, July 16 WRONG TIME/WRONG PLACE a bargain price so that he can take away usable space and replace it with more empty shops. Do not let the city coun- at Café Calypso Katia Kenny-Heinzen, San Clemente cil members sell your valuable assets! Please don’t let this • • • • • Real estate values are down, stores are vacant, businesses publicly owned beach parking lot be sold to a developer. are closing and restaurants are offering two meals for one to Once it is gone, it will be gone forever. 114 Avenida Del Mar, Suite 4, San Clemente get business. Why does the city of San Clemente want to sell or lease the most valuable publicly-owned, one and only, San To submit a letter to the editor for possible inclusion in the paper, e-mail us Please join us the first and third Friday Clemente beachfront property in today’s market to an inves- at [email protected] or send it to 34932 Calle del Sol, Suite B, tor for restaurant and retail development? Capistrano Beach, CA 92624. San Clemente Times reserves the right to edit of every month for our open community forum. The LAB developer has purchased the casino, the theatre reader-submitted letters for length and is not responsible for the claims and the bowling alley properties. That’s a big chunk already. made or the information written by the writers.

www.sanclementetimes.com July 8–14, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 13 GETTING Go See Do SC’s Surf Film Extravaganza Barely a day goes by in San Clem- Whether a student is interested in OUT ente where beachgoers won’t spot a a possible future in surf film, eager to YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER professional shooter or local kid on the make sponsor videos or simply wants beach filming his or her fellow rippers to shoot some friends for fun, the work- as they tear up every wave from Lowers shops are perfect for any youth—surfer to 204. It’s the reason that the Cabrillo or non—interested in film. Playhouse, along with the San Clemente The workshop will run from July 12-16 Surf Film Festival, will host an entire for preproduction and then again from weeklong camp for kids, ages 12 to 18, August 16-20 for postproduction, where solely dedicated to the art of making all films will be judged for a winner.

one’s own surf movie. Last year’s winners are interviewed by Fuel TV. The hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily Several local surf and film industry Courtesy photo and the $195 cost covers all supplies ex- SCSan professionals like Matthew Barge, Aaron Berry and Robert cept filming equipment. To buy tickets and see coverage from Clemente Campbell will teach five three-hour workshops on how to lay last year’s festival, go to www.sanclementefilmfestival.com. out a storyboard, write a script, shoot and edit video, while For more information, email laurel@sanclementefilmfestival. pulling it all together to make a cohesive surf movie. com or call the Cabrillo Playhouse at 949.492.0465.

MYSTERIOUS LIGHTS OVERNIGHT CRUISE “3 for $33” 4:30 p.m. Explore the sea for a full night and do activities with 3 p.m. In celebration of their third anniversary, The Melting Pot the Ocean Institute. Includes dinner and more. Tickets $70; offers “3 for $33” fondue specials through August. 647 Camino de The List members $65. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.1966, www.meltingpot.com. A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. HONK around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak SEXTANT WINERY OF EDNA VALLEY 8 p.m. The ultimate surf-style band from the ’70s performs live at WINE TASTING The Coach House also with Blues Rocket Band and Wordsmyth. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Craig Tickets $25. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, thursday08 Stoller, owner of Sextant Winery who will be pouring new 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. wines. You will be the first to try and Craig will be raffling off forecast: a.m. clouds/p.m. sun • high: 68° low: 57° a few bottles. Tasting fee is $15 for seven wines with cheese, MUSIC UNDER THE STARS crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 6 p.m. The Mission’s outdoor summer concert series continues BASIC NEEDS SPEAKER AND FILM SERIES 949.429.7067, www.scwinecompany.com. with a performance by Hollywood U2 (tribute to U2) and catered 7:30 p.m. Learn about a better quality on Earth at The Ecology dinner. Tickets start at $20. 26801 Ortega Hwy., 949.234.1300, Center. Free. 32701 Alipaz St., San Juan Capistrano, LIVE MUSIC CRUISE www.missionsjc.com. www.sanjuancapistrano.org. 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Dana Wharf’s live band music cruise aboard the 95-foot Dana Pride featuring indoor/outdoor seating and THE FREMONTS ART, JAZZ, WINE & CHOCOLATE a full bar. Tickets $19. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Jazz meets wine and chocolate at the Festival of 496-5794, www.danawharf.com. 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com. Arts every Thursday. This week Gina Saputo performs. Admis- sion $7, tasting fee $12. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, OFF WHITE OFF WHITE 949.494.1145, www.lagunafestivalofarts.org. 9:30 p.m. Popular band featuring Kai Kalama at Molly Blooms 9 p.m. The popular local band featuring Kai Kalama jams at Beach- Irish Bar & Restaurant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente Fire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, DON CARLOS 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com. www.beachfire.com. 8 p.m. Reggae legend at The Coach House, also with Fortunate Youth and Jaam Kwest. Tickets $20. 33157 Camino Capistrano, SMOOTHIE JONES & RED X FLOCK OF 80s San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com. 9 p.m. Reggae night at BeachFire and happy hour all night for 9:30 p.m. Hits from the ’80s at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restau- guests dressed “Island-Style.” No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, rant. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, WATSON BLUES San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com. www.mollybloomspub.com. 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clem- ente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. Black Cat Bone 7:30 p.m.-11 p.m. Live blues music at Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El sunday11 NATHAN JAMES AND FRIENDS Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com. 9 p.m. Blues music at BeachFire and “Thirsty Thursday” drink specials. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, forecast: partly cloudy • high: 72° low: 61° 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com. saturday10 SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fresh produce and much more along Avenida Del friday09 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 72° low: 61° Mar. Rain or shine. SECOND SATURDAY ART FAIR SAWDUST FESTIVAL 10 a.m.-10 a.m. Summer art festival in Laguna Beach with dis- forecast: partly cloudy • high: 72° low: 60° 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The monthly art event showcases 60 artists, craftspeople and musicians in downtown San Juan Capistrano plays, activities, food, music and much more. Runs through Aug. ANNIE along Camino Capistrano, Yorba, Verdugo and Los Rios. 29. General admission $7.75. 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna 7 p.m. For one weekend only the Cabrillo Playhouse presents the 949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org. Beach, 949.494.3030, www.sawdustartfestival.org. classic tale about the redheaded orphan. Tickets $10. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org. Capo Shakespeare Festival COAST CULTURE 7:30 p.m. San Juan Capistrano’s ongoing acting festival. This 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Casa Romantica’s exhibition featuring photo- JVJ weekend is A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Camino Real Play- graphs, memorabilia and surf history associated with California’s 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Rockin’ blues band and dancing at Shorecliffs house. Tickets $20. 31852 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, original waterman, “Whitey” Harrison. Admission $5. 415 Avenida Golf Course. No cover. Dinner and drinks available. 501 Avenida 949.489.8082, www.capistranocenter.com/capistranoshake- Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org. Vaquero, San Clemente, 800.291.6377. speare.htm. TOM MOREY JAZZ BRUNCH PASSPORT TO THE ARTS THE SIMMONS EFFECT 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Live music during brunch at Salt Creek Grille. 10:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Kids can create shadow puppets and watch 5 p.m. The Surfing Heritage Foundation hosts an opening 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, a Balinese puppet show with the Saddleback College Perform- reception debuting a new surf film and exhibit. Special guest www.saltcreekgrille.com. ing Arts department. 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, in attendance. Tickets $5. 110 Calle Iglesia, San Clemente, 949.582.4656, www.saddleback.edu/arts. 949.388.0313, www.surfingheritage.org. PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS: EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY LEON RUSSELL VOYAGE TO AVALON 8:30 p.m. Art comes alive at Laguna Beach’s famous attraction 8 p.m. Rock ‘n’ roll concert at The Coach House also with 5:30 p.m. The Ocean Institute hosts an overnight cruise to Cata- re-creating world-famous paintings on stage. Tickets $15-$100. The Scarlet Furies and Connie Rae. Tickets $25. lina aboard a tall ship. Returns Sunday evening. Tickets $125; Nightly shows. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, members $105. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.494.1145, www.lagunafestivalofarts.org. www.thecoachhouse.com. 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. (Cont. on page 16)

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GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight By Sarah Guidas Thai Dara 27221 Ortega Highway #G, San Juan Capistrano, 949.443.1006, www.thai-dara.com RATE IT! BEST KNOWN FOR: Thai cuisine Have you eaten MOST POPULAR ITEM: Pad Thai noodles at this restaurant? Thai Dara, the popular Thai restaurant in Dana Point, recently opened a new location in San Juan Cap- Go to www.sanclementetimes.com istrano. The fi rst restaurant opened over fi ve years ago and has been serving authentic Thai cuisine and rate your overall experience. to the locals and tourists that fl ock to the tiny venue. Mimi Yard, the owner of Thai Dara, decided to We’ll post the results in next open a new restaurant in San Juan Capistrano to expand her business and provide more people with week’s issue of the SC Times. amazing food. “My family is from Bangkok, Thailand, and what I remember about living there is my mother’s cooking,” Yard said. “We wanted to bring that here for people to enjoy.” The new location is much larger than the original but provides the same array of savory dishes and décor. Although the Last week online voters gave Pad Thai is considered their most popular dish, the restaurant also sells large amounts of yellow curry and beef salad. And all dishes are carefully prepared with the freshest and most authentic ingredients. Gen Kai The restaurant also makes its own sauces, even if it means driving to Los Angeles to buy coconut milk. Detail is key within every plate as each bite allows you to pretend, if only for a minute, that you are really are in Thailand. 34143 Pacifi c Coast Highway, Dana Point, 949.240.2004 PRICE RANGE: $6-$13 PAYMENT: Cash, credit cards (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars) Photo by Sarah Guidas RESERVATIONS: Not available HOURS: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. everyday

ABOUT OUR REVIEWS: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” rate it from 1 to 5 then share your thoughts on the SC Times forums.

(Cont. from page 14) STORYTIME THE WIZARD OF OZ 11 a.m. The Sunshine Readers tell stories at the Dana Point AT THE MOVIES 2 p.m. Matinee play of the classic tale at the Musical Theater Library. 33841 Niguel Road, Dana Point, 949.496.5517, Village. Tickets $12. 36-C Mauchly, Irvine, 949.753.1996, www.ocpl.org. The A-Team Could www.musicaltheatrevillage.net. POOL & KARAOKE Have Used That Plan B BOEING ROCKET LAB 3 p.m.-close. Play pool for free at Knuckle Heads. Karaoke starts 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Explore rockets and the “blast zone” at the at 9 p.m. 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.2410. Discovery Science Center’s newest exhibit. Adults $12.95, kids $9.95. 2500 N. Main Street, Santa Ana, 714.542.2823, ZORRO UNMASKED www.discoverycube.org. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Cinematic history of Zorro from fi lms and television exhibited at Mission San Juan Capistrano. Runs daily FLYING 57’S through August 31. Admission $5-$9. 26801 Ortega Hwy., 3 p.m.-7 p.m. The band plays blues, jazz, R&B and originals every San Juan Capistrano, 949.234.1300, www.missionsjc.com. Sunday at Coconuts. 34235 Doheny Park Road, Capo Beach, 949.248.2448. CRAIG COLLEY 7 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Live acoustic at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, BOYS OF SUMMER Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. ’80s rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. wednesday14 © 2010 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corp. All rights reserved. In the grand tradition of summer blockbuster releases, 20th Century Fox’s package for 2010 is a movie adaptation of the monday12 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 74° low: 62° ‘80s hit series The A-Team. The trend of taking old, famous TV shows with a handful of contemporary popular faces seemed to forecast: partly cloudy • high: 71° low: 61° MARY POPPINS OC Performing Arts Center presents the classic musical for be out the door until JJ Abrams decided to surprise the world MONDAY MADNESS WINE TASTING a limited engagement. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, with his reinterpretation of Star Trek last year. Maybe this is why 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Join SC Wine Company for happy hour featuring 714.556.2787, www.ocpac.org. director Joe Carnahan chose to put a lot of time and effort into three wines for $5 and cheese plates for $8. 212 1/2 Avenida Del yet another action-packed movie—the only problem is there’s Mar; 949.429.7067; www.scwinecompany.com. YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION CLASS plenty of action, but not a lot of adventure. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Kids are invited to an interactive art In this updated rendition, the new group includes Hannibal SMOKEY KARAOKE class at the Festival of Arts every Tuesday and Wednesday. Ma- (a beefed up Liam Neeson trying to have us forget he’s Irish for 8 p.m. Sing fearlessly behind a cloud of smoke at BeachFire terials fee $10; admission $7. 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna about 20 minutes at a time), smart-aleck bachelor Face (Brad- and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, Beach, 949.494.1145, www.lagunafestivalofarts.org. ley Cooper), Baracus (an almost convincing Mr. T. wannabe San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfi re.com. in Rampage Jackson), and a sometimes Southern, oftentimes SHARKS! British pilot named Murdock (Sharlto Copley). The four rangers MOMMY MOVIE MONDAY 7 p.m. A shark expert visits Casa Romantica to talk about the have been discharged from the military for murder they didn’t 10 a.m. Screening of Despicable Me for parents of infants at the role of sharks in ocean ecology and their relationship with man. Krikorian, tickets $7.50. 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, General admission $6. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, commit. Proving their innocence includes busting out of jail and 949.661.7469, www.kptmovies.com. 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org. stealing planes, cars and other equipment for their own use. While this is all happening, there is another plan to frame the DOC ON ELECTRIC GUITAR COMEDY NIGHT group by a seedy CIA agent named Lynch (Patrick Wilson). Oh, 7 p.m. Free pool, happy hour and music at OC Tavern. 2369 S. El 9:30 p.m. New comics every week at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & and there’s a very minor (and forgettable) love subplot between Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. Restaurant, 21+ no cover. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente Face and the beautiful Lieutenant Sosa (Jessica Biel). 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com. From a technical standpoint, there are entertaining action POUL PEDERSON sequences and some funny one-liners by Face and Murdock, but 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Acoustic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, ROD FRIAS the build-up of the movie and fi nal analysis seem to miss the Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free acoustic entertainment at OC Tavern. 2369 S. point. I realize most people do not expect a lot of deep thinking El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. in an action movie, but when you go into making a fi lm without a clear goal and background for your characters, you end up BRANDON TYLER with an obvious mess. Which is exactly what The A-Team ends tuesday13 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Live entertainment at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com. up having with its impressive, yet meaningless actions scenes. forecast: partly cloudy • high: 73° low: 60° A sadly common thread that’s been apparent and parodied over *For our full calendar, visit the “Event Calendar” the decades. WILL HEARD at www.sanclementetimes.com. Once upon a time, there were blockbusters with a concrete 8 p.m. Live music at BeachFire and “Taco Night.” No cover. story, memorable leads, and witty dialogue: Jaws, Indiana Jones, 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, Have an event? The Terminator, etc. Unfortunately, The A-Team may not fall into www.beachfi re.com. Send your listing to [email protected] this category of classics. SC —Megan Bianco

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SUDOKU SC LIVING by Myles Mellor and Susan Flanagan PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and diffi cult. Level: Medium Last week’s solution: SOLUTION SCSan Clemente SOLUTION SOLUTION SOLUTION 4 See today’s solution in next week’s issue. Pier Fishing: A Good Time is Always an Easy Catch Fisherman and website rank pier high as quality fi shing location

By Christine Jonas midnight gives a wide range of times and San Clemente Times opportunities for the fi sh to bite. Talk to different people and you will get a variety of he fi sherman stood battling with the opinions on when the fi shing’s best. Some fi sh at the end of his line. After feeling believe the mornings are most successful. T a tiny tug on his fi shing pole, the fi ght Shall we say the early birds catch the… began seconds later. A small crowd gathered, fi sh? Some claim mid-afternoon, around 3 as fi shermen with less success dropped their p.m., is the best time. Others prefer dusk poles and rushed to watch, each offering and night fi shing. The conclusion: The fi sh words of advice and encouragement. On will always bite, well, eventually. the brink of success, the man put in one last It is all in the luck of the cast, some attempt and wrestled the 3-foot sand shark argue. Some catch fi sh within minutes of over the railing and onto the San Clemente dropping their line into the water, while Pier. others fi sh for hours without a single bite. Many would think the sand shark was It is truly a game of patience and determi- unsavory and useless, but for this man it was nation. dinner for his family. Where is the best spot to fi sh? A three- For some, pier fi shing is a fun hobby just some of young, local boys, Anthony Aceves, to pass the time with friends and family, yet Ryan Jeffrey and German Calvillo, have for others it is a chance to catch dinner, eat- tested the waters by starting at the end and ing everything their rod attracts. working their way along the 1,296-foot-pier “It’s a very addicting hobby for me and I’m for the past week. trying to get my kids into it…kind of show “Our secret spot is at the benches on the them what I had growing up,” says Jeremy end, but we have fi shed all along the pier Hernandez, an employee at the Bait Shack at and eventually catch fi sh no matter where the end of the pier. we are,” says Jeffrey. Since the San Clemente Pier was built in What’s on the menu? A variety of fi sh 1928, pier fi shing has been a favorite past- and sharks can be found, mostly salema, time for many Orange County locals. With croaker, sand bass and mackerel, with the no fi shing license required, all you need occasional sand shark. According to www. are some fi shing poles, some bait and some pierfi shing.com, “An added attraction at patience. the pier is spiny lobster; it seems one of Opening daily at 4 a.m. and closing at the best piers for the southern California

One girl holds up her catch of the day—a large sandshark. Photo by Christine Jonas

delicacy. If you’re seeking the big crawdads with shops and restaurants. The area has remember that the night hours are the somewhat of a Mediterranean feeling to it, prime time hours.” and on a warm summer night has one of the “I target everything that’s out there. From classier ambiances of any pier area I have sharks to bass to halibut, really anything. visited,” the site says. “One fi nal interesting It’s more for me a family thing. I bring my note: Railroad tracks run adjacent to the wife, my kids. We come out and we spend front of the pier, and several times a day the the weekend fi shing,” Hernandez said. Los Angeles-San Diego train rumbles by and Fishing on the San Clemente Pier is a sometimes stops to let off passengers. All in fun activity to do at any age—alone or with all, this is an interesting area.” family and friends—and is a great way to get One fi sherman, Mario Cruz said, “It can everyone out of the house and into the sun. take some time to catch a fi sh, but I love The website www.pierfi shing.com also doing it with my kids. Even just for a couple gives the San Clemente Pier excellent hours after work we can come down here and reviews: “There are small grassy areas, do it together. It is a relaxing activity, but so A group of children cast their fi shing lines from the San Clemente Pier. Photo by Christine Jonas a fi ne beach, and a small area populated exciting when you actually get a fi sh.” SC

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SC LIVING Skimming the Surface San Clemente’s Louis Pasoz tests his Marina Trash Skimmer at OC Dana Point Harbor By Andrea Swayne San Clemente Times

n a lunch date with his wife in Long Beach, Louis Pasoz watched as marina staff cleaned floating debris Ofrom the water. No sooner had the workers finished and left the area than debris began floating into the area cleaned only minutes before. This casual observation was the spark that would ignite Pasoz’s idea for the giant skimmer systems he has introduced to harbors and marinas from Washington to Long Beach to Mexico—and right here in the Dana Point Harbor. As an avid surfer and a 24-year resident of San Clem- ente, water quality had always been a concern for Pasoz, not only in his personal life but in his career as well. Pasoz began working for the County of Los Angeles in a water treatment plant at the age of 18. During his 16 years with LA County, Pasoz worked his way up from plant attendant to a grade-three water treatment plant operator—a position that requires extensive education. “I took advantage of the educational programs offered by LA County back in the ’80s,” said Pasoz. “I was paid to go to school. I would work all night and surf and go to school during the day. They sent me to certificate programs in water treatment, water hydraulics, pumps and motors at colleges like Caltech, Palomar and CSU Sacramento. During that time, water really became some- thing that I enjoyed working with. Then on that day with my wife in Long Beach, when I got the idea for these skim- mers, I decided to try and make a difference; to do some- thing about water quality myself.” Marina Trash Skimmer inventor Louis Pasoz checks on the skimmer now being tested in the OC Dana Point Harbor with Harbor Operations Pasoz approached the city of Long Beach with his idea Manager Paul Lawrence. Photo by Andrea Swayne and asked for permission to develop a skimmer prototype, install and test it. Initially, Long Beach administrators were MAI to begin roto-molding the skimmers in order to bring thanks in large part to garbage from the LA River, but Half reluctant to allow yet another inventor use their marina the price down and make production more efficient. It is Moon Bay near Humphrey’s by the Sea in San Diego is also as a guinea pig. They had heard this pitch before. Seven hoped that the changes in production will bring the price pulling out large amounts of debris. times before, to be exact. Pasoz was told other companies down to around $13,000. With the scarcity of grant money and lack of funds facing had previously approached the city trying to implement an So, how do the skimmers work exactly? many cities in these difficult economic times, Pasoz would automated system for cleaning the marina and had achieved The Marina Trash Skimmer uses water displacement to like to see big companies stepping up to sponsor the skimmer only minimal success. Despite the skepticism Pasoz was met move about 300 gallons of water per minute. It has an oil- in the future. “We could put a company’s name and logo on with, he was able to convince Long Beach officials to let him free motor and costs only about $18 per month for the elec- the skimmer in return—saying something like ‘Coca Cola give it a try. tricity to operate it. Water enters the skimmer and before it together with the City of Dana Point and Applied Water The idea grew quickly from concept to prototype, worked can get pumped out of the skimmer, it goes down through Technology are partners in cleaning our environment,’ for well in Long Beach and spurred the launch of Pasoz’s a grid for the removal of debris then gets oxygenated by example,” said Pasoz. “Also, much of the floating debris we company Applied Water Technologies (AWT). It has been 12 an aeration pump as it is leaves the skimmer. During the remove with the skimmers happens to come from fast food years since Pasoz patented his Marina Trash Skimmer. Since process, the addition of oxygen reacts with pollutants in the places, Starbucks, cigarette butts, water bottles, etc. and it then Pasoz has teamed up with and licensed the production water creating a chemical reaction that oxidizes chemicals would be a good PR move for them to—instead of just adding of the device to Marine Accessories, Inc. (MAI) in Belling- in the water aiding in their removal. The skimmers are trash to the environment—participate in helping to remove it. ham, Washington. In addition to the skimmer being tested in especially successful at removing the “oil slick” often seen I think together we could do a lot more.” the Dana Point Harbor, currently there are four in the Port on the surface of harbor water with the inclusion of a bilge Lawrence pointed out that Pasoz doesn’t get paid for the of San Diego, one in the City of Long Beach, one in Cabo San pad. many hours he spends at the harbor servicing the skimmer, Lucas and one in Bellingham, Washington. A large amount of pelagic plastics—microscopic plastics collecting data and making adjustments to the equipment. A prototype was installed at Pier 32 in San Diego and two that have photodegraded into smaller and smaller pieces “I would do it for free,” said Pasoz. “If I could afford to, I’d months into testing they began to see fish that they had but, as they are not biodegradeable, will forever remain in install them everywhere at no cost to the marinas. That’s the never seen there before. The fish were attracted to the clean the water unless removed by some mechanical means—are honest truth.” Lawrence responded, saying that, “It really oxygenated water coming out of the skimmer after debris also filtered out during the process. Recent surveys sug- is the honest truth. That’s just one of the things I really like had been removed. “Their observation of new sea life was gest that up to one-eighth of our harbors and marinas are about Louis. He has a genuine concern for water quality and helpful in acquiring a grant to fund a total of four skimmers covered with these plastics. Pelagic plastics are highly det- the environment. We take the issue of water quality very seri- in use there now,” said Pasoz. “San Diego is in the process rimental to the environment, as they are ingested by marine ously at OC Dana Point Harbor and he shares our concern of applying for a grant for an additional six. Long Beach is in life introducing chemical toxins into the food chain. completely.” the process of looking to fund about 30 more for use in the Test skimmers are removing an average of 50 to 70 gal- In a few weeks, Pasoz will be visiting the factory in harbor there.” lons of debris per day each. Harbors testing their operation Washington to see the new, less expensive and more efficient According to OC Dana Point Harbor Operations Manager have the opportunity to log on to the marinatrashskim- model now in development. Paul Lawrence, the skimmer on loan to the harbor has been mer.com website to share data. In the first five months of “My greatest hope for Louis is that these skimmers successful. “We’ve seen significant amounts of marine debris 2010, a reported average of 2,035 gallons of debris is being become widely used worldwide,” said Lawrence. “From what removed by the skimmer. We previously had a small work removed per month. The total number of gallons of trash I’ve seen with our test unit here, I really think they could boat and a harbor staff member coming as frequently as removed since data collection for the test units began in make a big difference in water quality.” twice a day to clean floating debris from just this small corner January of 2009 is around 20,000 gallons. When asked what his dream for the future of the Marina of the harbor. Now the skimmer has taken over that duty In the Dana Point Harbor the numbers average a bit Trash Skimmer, Pasoz replied by saying that although he completely. Instead of having staff chase debris around he lower, thanks to existing Clean Marina programs that keep would love to see them being used all over the world, that his harbor, the skimmer does the work and all we need to do is it one of the cleanest harbors in the country, probably wish is not all about the money. empty it.” even in the world. Dana West Marina General Manager “This project is more about what can be done to positively With the positive evaluation of the Dana Point skimmer so Kelly Rinderknecht helps pull together data from the affect the environment. As a surfer for 25 years, I know about far, the harbor is looking into obtaining grant funding for the skimmer and is so far reporting the Dana Point average is what an awful experience it is to paddle out through so much purchase of more, but according to Lawrence, in the absence running at about 18 gallons per day, 540 per month. Her floating debris. I look forward to leaving a legacy of positive of grant money, it is possible that the harbor may obtain them data represents collection from January to June. change for the environment. That’s the bottom line for me.” by outright purchase. Pasoz also pointed out that Measure M “Some days we collect as little as one gallon, while other said Pasoz. “We would, however, like to be the McDonald’s of money could be a possible source for grant funds. days the total can be around 80,” said Rinderknecht. “May the marina skimmer business in that I hope someday we can At this time skimmers cost $16,000 each, but with Long 2010 was the biggest collection month so far with a total of also say, ‘Millions, or even billions served.’” Beach looking to get 30, an idea to provide a leasing program 1,215 gallons of debris collected.” For more information about the Marina Trash Skimmer, log is in development. In addition, Pasoz has been working with Test units in Long Beach record the highest numbers, on to www.marinatrashskimmer.com. SC

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5 CALLAWAY JUNIOR WORLD Taking on the World GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS 2 local youth golfers punch ticket to Callaway Junior World Golf Championships First Round: July 13 By David Zimmerle San Clemente’s Jeevan Larson and San Clemente Times Alexander Pak can attest to that as the two 15-17 Boys Division: Torrey Pines South golfers will soon embark on a mission to beat Course 15-17 Girls Division: Torrey Pines here must be something in the air in out the competition at the Callaway Junior North Course 13-14 Boys Division: Riverwalk T San Clemente that helps cultivate such World Golf Championships July 13-16 at the Golf Course (Mission/Presidio) 13-14 Girls great local golfers. Aside from Kevin Lawrence Welk Resort Fountains Executive Division: Sycuan Resort (Oak Glen) 11-12 Allen and Matt Duralde—two of San Clemente Course in Escondido. Division: Country Club of Rancho Bernardo High School’s fi nest students of the game, Both youngsters will be focused on their 9-10 Boys Division: Welk Golf Resort (Foun- who each made impressive runs through the best game and climbing the leaderboard in tains) 9-10 Girls Division: Lomas Santa Fe post season last spring—there’s another duo the 9-10 Boys Division. Overall, this particu- Executive 7-8 Division: Sycuan Resort (Pine in town who are making some noise on the lar fi eld of youth golfers is large, as the two Glen) 6-Under Division: Colina Park junior circuit. comprise an elite list of 117 of the best golfers in the world in their respective division. For more information or to follow results visit Getting here wasn’t easy and the older a www.juniorworldgolf.com player gets, the more they have to rely on Alexander Pak. Courtesy photo improving their skills and ranking through- out the year. San Marcos Resort and Country Club, and played in four tournaments in 2010—taking “Jeevan’s been playing golf since he was the Lawrence Welk Golf Resort, both in San fi rst place in the Callaway FCG World Champi- two years old, and playing competitively since Diego county. onships last February—with his sights locked he was fi ve,” said Bobby Larson, Jeevan’s However, the win was a grinder as Jeeven on this prestigious tournament. father. “Even though this will be the sixth and 10-year-old Frankie Capan from Saint “He defi nitely has the confi dence and junior world that he’s been in, the difference Paul, Minn., were tied after two days of determination in him that will help him in the now is that the older kids have to qualify and regulation play, with Jeeven eventually upcoming championships and for the rest of the fi eld just becomes more competitive.” winning the third playoff hole by draining a his life,” said Peter Pak, Alex’s dad. “The sport Though he’s stayed consistent all year in fi ve-foot putt. of golf brings him confi dence, and in life you qualifying throughout the numerous tourna- “I’m obviously real proud he won,” Bobby need that to succeed.” ments he’s participated in, Jeevan really so- said. “It meant a lot for him to get that fi rst With some good focus on the rounds ahead, lidifi ed his spot to play in the championships place trophy and help secure spot.” both Larson and Pak may just have what with a recent fi rst place fi nish. For Pak, success at the junior worlds is it takes to fi nish towards the top of the list The youngster just took fi rst place at the something in which he is very familiar. Hav- within this international fi eld of competition, Bobbi De Cosmo Memorial last weekend, a ing placed second overall in the 7-8 Boys and possibly rise up as big names in the next Jeevan Larson. Courtesy photo two-day, 36-hole tournament held at the Lake Division last year, the sure-fi re stick has generation of golf. SC

FARNSWORTH BRINGS HOME THE GOLD AT JUNIOR ZONES CHAMPIONSHIPS Triton Report By David Zimmerle

2010 USA Diving’s Junior Zone E Champion- HOFFMAN EARNS ATHLETE OF her 13th in the nation within that category. ships were held last week and during 4th of July THE YEAR HONOR She also had 60 kills on .348 hitting with 24 weekend in Pasadena. The event at the Rose Sara Hoffman, a 2007 San Clemente service aces and 37 blocks for the Coyotes. Bowl Aquatic Complex brought over 28 teams High School graduate, was recently Hoffman has also been all-CCAA in each of from Alaska to Hawaii competing for the top six selected as the Cal-State San Bernardino the past three years. spots to advance on to Speedo Junior Nationals. Female Athlete of the Year. Hoffman graduated last month with a San Clemente’s Haley Farnsworth, who dives As the starting setter on the Coyotes degree in Business Marketing and a minor in for the Mission Viejo Nadadores, placed fi rst on women’s volleyball team, Hoffman capped Sports Entertainment Marketing. both 1-and 3-meter springboard for the 12-13 girls her career with 4,225 assists, placing her In an article in Cal-State San Bernardino’s age group and achieved her fi rst two champion- third all-time in school history. school newspaper, Hoffman said she may try ship titles at Zones. She also placed fourth on the She was also named to the American Vol- to coach volleyball in the future and plans platform event. The Nadadores team captured leyball Coaches Association All-American to head abroad in hopes to someday play From left: Nadadores coach Todd Spohn, the Zones Championship title as well qualifying team for the second straight season. professionally. Olympic gold medalist Greg Louganis and 28 of their divers to Nationals. Farnsworth will Haley Farnsworth after her win. Courtesy photo The former Lady Triton, and three-time In her trip overseas, Hoffman said she next travel to Tucson, Ariz. at the end of July to AVCA all-West Region fi rst-team selection, plans go on an 11-day showcase this summer participate at her fi rst summer Nationals on all three events. Also in attendance at the Zones appeared in 34 matches and had 1,197 that will start in Germany in hopes of getting Championship was former Nadadore, Greg Louganis, who not only gave an inspirational talk assists, an average of 11.51 per set, ranking picked up by a club. to the 250-plus divers, but also dove the platform with many of the junior divers.

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YOUTH BASKETBALL GOLF

SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP IS COMING UP San Clemente’s Kelsey Hummer reaches quarterfinals at CJGSC Head coach Mary Mulligan-Crapo and other members of the SCHS girls basketball team Local amateur golfer Kelsey Hummer made it all the way to the quarterfinals of the Cali- will host the 19th Annual SCHS girls summer basketball camps at the high school for girls fornia Junior Girls State Championship at Monterey Peninsula Country Club on June 30. in first through eighth grade. Session I is for fifth to eighth graders and runs July 19-23 from After battling through the Round of 16 where Hummer beat second-seeded Samantha 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Session II is for girls in first through fifth grade and runs July 26-30 from Moyal of Alameda, Calif., Hummer eventually lost to 2010 California Junior Champion Han- 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The focus is a fun introduction to the fundamentals and beginners are nah O’Sullivan of Cupertino, Calif. in the quarterfinals. welcome in either camp. The camp cost is $110 and there are sibling discounts. To register More information on the event is available by visiting www.cwacgolf.org. send an email to [email protected].

YOUTH SOFTBALL

Greg Schweitzer and Hector Amaya. Courtesy photos

Schweitzer defends club champion title with 2010 win The San Clemente Men’s Golf Club held its club championship June 25-27 at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course. (Back row, left to right) Coaches Dave Terkoski and Jeff Gustin. (Not pictured is coach Dan Giles). (Middle Last year’s title winner Greg Schweitzer defended the championship with a lot of poise row) Chloe Visca, Jordan Gustin, Ashley Folia, Micaela Whitsell, Katie Rose Terkoski and Lauren Brzykcy. coming through yet again for a 2010 title win in the “A” Gross Flight with a 217 and a $450 (Front row) Kylie Pignono, Avery Colclaser, Sidney Giles and Grace Krantz. Courtesy photo first-place prize. Other “A” Gross Flight winners are as follows: Andy Horner (second, 218, $325), Ron Borg (third, 220, $225), John Manning and Cam Thompsen (tied for fourth, SC Punch Win District Championship, Heading to State Tournament 222, $150), Robert Goto (sixth, 229, $100), Scott Borst and Rick Divel (tied for seventh, July 16-18 230, $65) and Dan Harney (ninth, 231, $40). The SC Punch girls 10U all star softball team won the ASA Southern California District Hector Amaya went on to win first place and $105 with a 136 and the title as overall net Championship over the July 4th weekend. The girls went 5-0 overall outscoring their op- champion in the “B” Flight-Blue Tees. Other “B” Flight winners are as follows: Mike Carney ponents by a combined total of 49-5. The SC Punch eventually beat Pico Rivera 6-5 in the (second, 140, $95), Gary Klasse (third, 141, $90), Dan Bracamonte (fourth, 145, $85), final game of the weekend to win the district championship. The girls have now qualified Steve Imbilli (fifth, 146, $80), Michael Pham (sixth, 147, $75), Kent Bergstrom (seventh, for the State Tournament in Camarillo July 16-18. 148, $70), Dennis Sewart (eighth, 1149, $60) and Larry Hanes and Lee Groon (tied for The SCGS 10U SC Punch all star team also traveled to Fountain Valley June 26-27 to ninth, 150, $40). participate in an 18-team tournament. After two impressive but close pool play wins, the “C” Flight – White Tees winners were: Jan Tatala (first, 143, $100), George Fowler and girls had a marathon four-game opportunity facing them on June 27. The Punch delivered Bill Bowers (tied for second, 144, $85), Woody Jones (fourth, 145, $75), and Jerry Martinez a knockout winning all four games by a combined score of 48-6 over their four opponents, and Jeff Reenders (tied for fifth, 147, $60). capturing their third tournament championship. To view the 2010 Tournament Schedule or for more information on the San Clemente “We have a great support team of parents,” coach Jeff Gustin said. “It was a very long Men’s Golf Club visit www.golfweb.ws/11785/. day but the girls kept their focus and responded to the challenge. They are showing great sportsmanship and it is a pleasure to coach this group of talented girls.” Willard sinks hole-in-one at San Clemente Municipal Golf Course It was recently announced that local golfer Warren Willard sunk a hole-in-one shot on YOUTH FOOTBALL the par three second hole at the San Clemente Municipal Golf Course late last month. Wil- lard made the shot from about 130 yards away from the pin with his eight iron. The event SC Youth Football Camp 2010 is on was witnessed by Woody Jones. The San Clemente Youth Football Camp 2010 is on its way and will be split into two “I didn’t even want to play that day,” Willard said. “My buddy actually called me 25 sessions. Session I is for players in third, fourth and fifth grade (limited to 75 participants) minutes before tee time.” and will be held July 5-9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., while Session II is for players in sixth, seventh and eighth grade (limited to 75 participants) from July 12-16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. YOUTH VOLLEYBALL The camp for both sessions will take place at San Clemente High School’s Stadium Field. The camp will be run by San Clemente High School varsity head coach Eric Patton (For- SCHS girls volleyball camp set to hone players skills mer OC Coach of the Year, 89-41-2 record at SCHS, Notre Dame alumni, fourth round NFL San Clemente High School will offer its girls volleyball camps this summer. The schedule draft pick by the Green Bay Packers), John Hamro (varsity assistant coach and athletic is as follows: Incoming freshman (less than two years club experience) will practice July director at SCHS with 18 years experience as O-line coach at SCHS and Saddleback Col- 12-16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; returning and advanced players not planning on trying out for lege), Jaime Ortiz (varsity assistant coach and nine-year defensive coordinator at SCHS varsity will practice July 19-23 from 10 a.m. to noon; advanced varsity will practice July 26- with 16 years total experience) and Joe Wood (varsity assistant coach at SCHS, 12 years 30 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Camps are run by the San Clemente High School coaching as head coach at Aliso Niguel High School, CIF Coach of the Year in 1996 and a CIF title staff including head coach Rob O’Rear, assistant coach Casey Swenson, junior varsity coach winner that same year). Curtis Yoder and frosh/soph coach Mitzi Kincaid. All camps will be run in the auxiliary Players are asked to bring football cleats or tennis shoes, shorts and a T-shirt. Camp gymnasium on the high school campus. The cost is $125 per player and reservations are goals are to develop better individual offensive and defensive football skills for all levels. required. For more information visit www.ladytritonvolleyball.homestead.com or call coach The cost to attend is $150 total with a $100 registration fee made payable to CUSD, O’Rear at 949.395.3636. while the $50 material fee can be made payable to SC Football Camp. The fee includes a T-shirt, camp photo and daily snacks. Register online at http://community-ed-capousd- SCORES WANTED: We want to run your scores, results and announcements in “Scoreboard.” ca.shoolloop.com or by sending in two separate checks to SC Football Camp, 2948 Estan- E-mail [email protected], fax 949.388.9977, snail mail or drop off the information cia, San Clemente, CA, 92673. More information is also available at 949.481.7426. to us at 34932 Calle del Sol, Capistrano Beach, CA 92624 by each Monday at 5 p.m.

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Grom of the Week SC SURF Tory Gilkerson SCOOP ON THE LOCAL SURF COMMUNITY Age: 17, San Clemente High School Tory Gilkerson is one of the best under 18 longboarders in the country and her performance at the Surfing America U.S.A. Championships last week proved it. Against some of the best young female longboarders from throughout the U.S. all vying for the National Champion title, Tory worked her way through the early rounds—June 19 through 22—of competition at the Huntington Beach pier advancing through to the finals and earned the opportunity to compete at Lower Trestles on June 23. Her graceful style, noseriding, classic footwork and powerful turns afforded the judges ample opportunity to reward her with the scores necessary to come out on top. SCSan Clemente Recently Tory took her talent to the East Coast and dominated at the 7th Photo by Sheri Crummer/seasister.com Annual Steel Pier Classic Pro/Am in Virginia Beach, May 29 through 31. Not only did she win the amateur division, but her performance saw her through to a second-place finish in the Women’s Pro Division. Quite the budding artist, so far this summer Tory has been spending a portion of each day painting and playing 6 guitar and is looking forward to attending art school after graduating from San Clemente High School next spring. —AS Many Many Menehune SURF RESULTS AND BOARD SHORTS Doheny Longboard Surfing Association Hosts Menehune Surf Championships NSSA Open Division National Championships July 1-3, Huntington Beach Pier By Denny Michael Special to San Clemente Times Local finishers only. OPEN BOYS: 2. Jacob Davis, Capo Beach; 5. Colt Ward, San Clemente. he air was filled with the sounds of laughter and good cheer. Menehunes Doheny Longboard Association 14th Annual T of all ages were transfixed with the fun- Menehune & Junior Championships filled day at Doheny Beach on June 26, cel- June 26, Dana Point, Doheny State Beach ebrating being a kid and surfing with friends. MENEHUNE 8-U: 1. Cole Mezak; 2. Lang Hen- The all day affair brought out great surfing nings; 3. Ethan Mudge; 3. Brenna McNulty; in all age divisions, but more importantly the 5. Alyssa Spencer; 6. Ty Spencer. BOYS 9-10: fun meter was pegged to the maximum on the 1. Griffin Foy; 2. Ben Seaberry; 3. Sebastian friendship scale. Mendes; 4. Ethan Mudge; 5. Dane Kozelsky; 6. The annual event also supported by the Brock Peterson. GIRLS SHORTBOARD: 1. Meg Ronald McDonald House and the Doheny Roh; 2. Alexxa Elseewi; 3. Nicky Stenerson. State Beach Interpretive Association. The GIRLS 10-U: 1. Malia Mae Smith; 2. Alexxa surf event is dedicated to ensuring that the Elseewi; 3. Aura Gonzales; 4. Claire Roh. BOYS initial experience into a surfing contest is an 11-12: 1. Chad Biggs; 2. Jeremy Guilmette; 3. enjoyable one for the young menehunes. Not Jacob Atwood; 4. David Levy; 5. Rio Donald- only are they in a no-pressure environment son; 6. Xander Morgan. GIRLS 11-14: 1. Maya being cheered on by their families, but they Harrison; 2. Kailey Biggs; 3. Meg Roh; 4. Taryn are also taught about the importance of being Foote; 5. Amber Salas. BOYS SHORTBOARD: responsible for the local environment while 1. Griffin Foy; 2. Sean Purbaugh; 3. Ben Sea- on the beach. The youngest competitors at Ty Spencer and Erin Waters were the youngest competitors at this year’s DLSA Menehune Surf berry; 4. Kyle Costa; 5. Chad Biggs; 6. Ethan this year’s event were Erin Waters and Ty Championships. Photo by Mark Calkins Mudge. BOYS 13-14: 1. Mason Shaw; 2. Dylan Spencer, both four years old. Cox; 3. Josh Larocco; 4. Brock Thomson; 5. It is the hope of the DLSA that tomorrow’s tion is an organization comprised of individu- Surf ForecasT Kyle Costa; 6. Billy Perez. BOYS 15-17: 1. Pete young surfers will become the new stewards als dedicated to the enjoyment of board Danskin; 2. Andy Nieblas; 3. Bradley Rose; 4. of the future of surfing. For the results of this surfing in a clean and natural environment. Water temp: 65-68˚F Noah Cordoza; 5. Dakota Faircloth; 6. Dane Pa- year’s event please visit DLSA’s website at: In relation to that philosophy, the DLSA will Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: tersen. GIRLS 14-17: 1. Makala Smith; 2. Hallie www.dohosurf.org. act as a support group to other organizations 6-10’ Fair; Catalina: 15-20’+ Fair-Good Rohr; 3. Haylie Frasco. The Doheny Longboard Surfing Associa- with similar views and objectives. SC Remarks: Light surge with fading South swell. Conditions improving into the weekend. Dick Baker Memorial Award Presented to Short range: Fading South swell leftovers offer CJ Olivares Surfing America has honored CJ mainly 2-3’+ surf on Thursday, with occasional Olivares, General Manager of Fuel TV, with the Results SNAFU larger sets up to 4’ at top breaks. Conditions second annual Dick Baker Memorial Award. are generally clean in the morning. Olivares accepted the award on Monday, June Long range: Small scale S/SSE swell mix due Surfing America website glitch posts incorrect results 28 at the Historical Casino in San Clemente. for the weekend, with surf mainly in the waist tion being widely published in the media on A special committee chaired by Dick’s wife, By Andrea Swayne high and below range. San Clemente Times both coasts—including in the SC Times. The Una Baker, reviewed nominations and selected error was brought to the attention of Surfing Olivares for this award because he believes ith all of the great use of technol- America and corrected. We will still, playfully deeply in the development of youth surfing, ogy utilized in professionally refer to it as a SNAFU, but with a positive the vitality of the surf industry, and what the W produced surf competition these twist—situation normal: all fixed up. The NEW! SC Times online video show combination of both represents culturally. days—computerized scoring, automatic ad- following champions and finalists deserve The award, each year, goes to an individual vancement, live webcasts, etc.—automation, recognition for their hard-earned victories, Log on to www.sanclementetimes.com each week who best displays the following qualities: Lov- unfortunately, does not erase the possibility and so, here are the corrected final results for to see a new BoardShorts ing and dedicated parent; natural willingness for glitches. Such technology resulted in a the affected divisions. video featuring the to mentor others; passion for the business of few of last week’s Surfing America U.S.A. people, places and events the surf industry; dedication to supporting Championships’ division finals being widely SENIOR LONGBOARD: 1. Mike Gillard; 2. that make up our rich surf charitable causes; respect for peers and com- reported incorrectly. The website www.surf- Richard Patey; 3. Terry Gillard; 4. Darren community. petitors alike; high standard of personal integ- ingamericalive.com, where the live webcast Collins. MEN’S LONGBOARD: 1. Steven rity and dedication to advancing the sport. for the event was broadcast, erroneously Mangiacapre; 2. Terry Gillard; 3. Mike Erkeneff. WOMEN: 1. Chloe Buckley; 2. pulled information from the last heat of first Gillard; 4. Nick Riopelle. WOMEN’S LONG- Heather Jordan; 3. Morgan Gore; 4. Kelsey UPCOMING EVENTS round competition for a few of the divisions BOARD: 1. Leah Dawson; 2. Ashley Ahina; Willison. MASTERS: 1. Scott Shimoda; 2. Rick July 25: WSA Menehune Surf Fest, Huntington and reported the information as final results. 3. Cori Schumacher; 4. Jennifer Smith. Takahashi; 3. Yufu Penrose; 4. Young Tarring. Beach, Goldenwest Street July 31-August 8: The SNAFU (an acronym for “system normal: GIRLS’ LONGBOARD: 1. Tory Gilkerson; 2. MEN: 1. Aaron Swanson; 2. Chad Eastman; 3. U.S. Open of Surfing, Huntington Beach, Pier all fouled up) resulted in incorrect informa- Karina Rozunko; 3. Makani Adric; 4. Lulu Antoine Allain; 4. Wes Beck.

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