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January 27, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 35, No. 51 Tree waste pickup set Tree waste only will be picked up Thursday, Jan. 27, for city of Houston residents living Proposed subdivision causes controversy south of Beltway 8. For information, call 3-1-1. By James Bolen Pearland Parkway, just west of the Clear Brook buses and other traffi c is a top concern for City is to be fi nished by the developer, according to The proposed construction of a new South Meadows subdivision (see schematic below). of Pearland offi cials, who would have to sign off Harris County offi cials. Dobie band sells BBQ Belt subdivision is causing much controversy. Delaying construction is the fact that the new on the deal. To be developed by Beazer Homes, the pro- The Dobie Band Parent Organization will If approved for development, The Preserve at neighborhood is to be built along the yet-unfi n- At a public hearing held in Pearland on Mon- posed project would occupy roughly 130 acres host its annual barbecue and silent auction Clear Creek would be located in the South Belt ished Hughes Road. day, Jan. 17, both City Council members and res- and consist of 285 houses. Beazer has already fundraiser on Tuesday, Feb. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. portion of Harris County in Pearland, east of Easy access for emergency vehicles, school idents alike voiced their opposition to the proj- developed The Lakes of Highland Glen, Spring in the school cafeteria. ect, citing the lack of an existing thoroughfare Meadow and Jamison Landing – all within Pear- Plates will consist of a chopped beef sand- through the area. land. wich, chips and a drink. Desserts will be on Contrary to remarks made at the meeting, An agreement made with Harris County calls sale for a nominal fee. Entertainment will be plans to extend the portion of Hughes Road with- for Beazer to contribute roughly $250,000 in provided by the Dobie bands. New subdivision planned in the Harris County limits are well under way. beautifi cation and landscaping projects in the Silent auction items will be available for Construction bids for this stretch of the road adjacent areas. bidding. Tickets are on sale for $7 each and went out on Wednesday, Dec. 1, and were re- Future plans call for the developer to add on to can be purchased from any band student. ceived by Monday, Jan. 24, according to Harris the existing hike-and-bike trail located at Black- Tickets will not be sold at the door. County Precinct 1 Project Coordinator Larry Al- hawk and Hall Road. len. The agreement requires Harris County to pro- Project Grad holds dance In all, 11 bids were received. At press time, vide two sections of road entering the subdivi- The Dobie Project Graduation 2011 Com- county offi cials were in the process of verifying sion from the east that are to be separated by mittee is selling tickets to the Feb. 11 Valentine the low-bid contractor’s bonds and legal status medians. Dance during all lunches at Frazier Elementary before presenting the offer to commissioner’s The county is also to provide a bridge on for $10 a ticket. court for approval. both the north and south sections that includes Included in the ticket price will be chances The process is expected to take roughly one a pedestrian walkway and rail and to redirect to win some great door prizes, good music and week, Allen said. the walking path along the ditch to under the fun. All proceeds from this dance will go Records indicate Harris County is responsible bridge. toward the June 3 Project Graduation event at for extending Hughes Road 300 feet beyond Me- Harris County will be required to provide turf Dobie. lillo Middle School (the Pearland city limits), seeding to the medians and setbacks and install while the City of Pearland is responsible for the new handicap ramps at the Riverstone Ranch extension west of Pearland Parkway (referred to Drive intersection. SBGSA late registration as Barry Rose on this side). City of Pearland offi cials are scheduled to re- The last date for late registration for the While technically located in the City of Pear- convene Monday, Feb. 14, to further review the spring season of the South Belt Girls Softball land, the stretch of road between these two areas proposed development. Association is Thursday, Jan. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Late registration fees are $85 with a $5 sibling discount, buyout is $55. Registration will be held at El Franco Lee Open house to be held at MHSE Park at the girls’ softball field, concession stand. For more information, visit the league’s website at www.eteamz.com/southbeltgirls. for Esophageal Disease Center K of C fundraiser set On Jan. 27, Memorial Hermann Southeast the southeast Houston community,” said Banki, will hold an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. for the offering accurate diagnosis and treatments that The Knights of Columbus will hold a fund- most advanced diagnostic and treatment technol- are uniquely tailored to each patient. raising spaghetti dinner on Friday, Jan. 28, A proposed South Belt subdivision is causing some controversy. Opponents of The Pre- ogy center for reflux and other esophageal dis- Kafrouni said, “The Esophageal Disease from 5 to 7 p.m. in the St. Luke’s Catholic serve at Clear Creek are concerned about it being built along the yet-unfi nished Hughes eases in Houston, the Esophageal Disease Center. Center at Memorial Herman Southeast hospital Church Social Hall, at 11011 Hall Road. Road, possibly hindering traffi c in the area. “Up to a third of the general adult population is a comprehensive center that will provide top Dinners consist of all-you-can-eat spaghetti suffers from gastroesophageal reflux disease of the line preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic with KC 9201 pasta sauce, two homemade symptoms at one point of their life,” said Dr. care for patients with GERD and all esophageal Italian meatballs, garden salad with Italian Michel Kafrouni, co-director, of the center. diseases and their complications.” dressing, French bread, and iced tea or lemon- Mayor to address banquet Dr. Farzaneh Banki, assistant professor of The public is invited to attend. Erin Asprec, ade. cardiothoracic and vascular surgery at University CEO, and Kyle Price, COO of Memorial The cost is $6 per person, eat in or take out. Houston Mayor Annise Parker will be the its members and receives no monetary assistance of Texas Medical School Houston, said, “If left Hermann Southeast will be in attendance, along Under 12, the cost is $3 - eat in only. guest of honor at the South Belt-Ellington from local municipalities. Despite this challenge, untreated, GERD can lead to serious conditions with other community leaders and affiliated phy- Chamber of Commerce’s 27th annual reception the group has overcome nearly insurmountable such as esophageal cancer.” sicians. Beverly Hills Civic meets and banquet on Thursday, Feb 3, at the Golfcrest odds and accomplished much throughout the It is one of the first hospital-based centers of The new center is located at 11800 Astoria Beverly Hills Civic Club will hold its quar- Country Club. community over the past 27 years. its kind in the Houston area. “The new Esophageal Blvd., second floor outpatient services building. terly meeting Monday, Jan. 31, at Beverly Titled Houston – Commerce Center to the A mixer and reception will begin at 6:15 p.m. Disease Center reflects our hospital’s commit- Complimentary valet parking will be available, Hills Park from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Election of World, the event will be dedicated to Houston Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. ment to providing high quality medical care in and light refreshments will be served. officers will be held. Positions include presi- icons, both past and present. Tickets are $50 each. For more information or dent/vice president and secretary/ treasurer. Unlike most other chambers of commerce, the to purchase tickets, call the chamber at 281-481- South Belt-Ellington Chamber is fully funded by 5516. Two area churches lose pastors Auxiliary hosts jewelry sale Two local churches reason for leaving the Memorial Hermann Southeast Volunteer recently announced church. Auxiliary will sponsor its annual Valentine’s Flores, Morris selected they are undergoing a The Rev. William Day Jewelry Sale Tuesday and Wednesday, change of leadership. “Bill” Newcomb re- Feb. 1 and 2, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the third After serving as pas- cently left his posi- floor North Tower of the Hospital (outpatient tor at Kirkwood South tion as senior pastor entrance). as All-State Ensembles Christian Church for at Cokesbury United Purchases can be made from a great selec- the past six years, the Methodist Church, tion of fine jewelry, sterling silver, gold, dia- Rev. David Fraser will where he has served monds, fashion handbags and fragrances. leave his post at the sinced June 2009. On-the-spot watch repairs, battery changes end of February. Newcomb will be and band replacements will also be available. Born outside of Lon- transferring to Patti- A portion of the proceeds go to the auxil- don, England, Fraser son United Methodist iary for scholarships, projects in the hospital, was educated at Exeter Church in Pattison, and donation to United Way and other chari- and Oxford universi- Texas. ties. ties. He was ordained David Fraser Originally from Bill Newcomb a minister in England Athens, Texas, New- GAT 8th-grade dance set in 1964 and worked as pastor until 1973. comb attended the University of North Texas, The Thompson Eighth-Grade Dance will Fraser fi rst visited the United States in 1967 where he earned a degree in economics before be held Saturday, May 14, 2011, from 6 to 11 as a visiting pastor at First Baptist Church in deciding to devote his life to the church. p.m. at the Hobby Hilton. Bountiful, Utah, and developed a fondness for Following school, Newcomb moved to Hous- Tickets are $30, and students can purchase the country. ton and served as pastor at Gethsemane United them during lunch. Students will also be The pastor worked as a U.K.-based manage- Methodist Church. allowed to make installment payments, if nec- ment consultant from 1973 until 1994, when he While at Gethsemane, Newcomb merged essary; first payment of $15 due by Feb. moved to Houston permanently. He met his wife, the church with Canterbury United Methodist 4, and the last payment of $15 is due by March Kathy, the following year. Church and then again with St. Luke’s United 11. Fraser worked as a fi nancial manager for vari- Methodist Church. For more information, call Anna Flores at ous companies until 2004, when he began his po- While Fraser’s replacement has yet to be an- 281-221-5602. sition as full-time pastor of Kirkwood South. He nounced, Newcomb was replaced by the Rev. became a naturalized U.S. citizen in April 2009. Mark M. Pedersen, who delivered his fi rst ser- AARP offers tax help The pastor cited his wife’s failing health as his mon Sunday, Jan. 16. AARP will be at the Parker Williams Branch Library to give income tax assistance on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 Two Dobie students were selected to the TMEA All-State Ensembles during band audi- p.m. beginning Feb. 4. tions held at Alvin High School on Jan. 8. Erik Flores on contra-bass clarinet and Chanse Martinez named HFD captain This assistance is free and available on a Morris on Bb clarinet will represent Dobie High School and the Pasadena Independent first come, first served basis. The program School District at the Texas Music Educators Convention in San Antonio Feb. 9-12. This Kevin Martinez took over as captain runs through April 15. honor is reserved for less than 1 percent of high school musicians in the state of Texas. of the “C” shift of the Houston Fire Department’s Station 70 on Beamer Thursday, Jan. 20. Financial aid night Feb. 1 A 1986 graduate of Dobie High Dobie High School will host a Financial School, Martinez is a 17-year veteran of Aid Night on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 6:30 p.m., in Local police seek suspects the department. He previously attend- the auditorium. All junior and senior parents The Houston Police Department is investigat- ing a suspect who was involved in a hit-and-run ed Frazier Elementary and Thomp- are invited. ing a fatal shooting that took place at 8600 Theta accident that sent a deputy to the hospital. son Intermediate and was a member around 10:15 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22. Deputy Robert Sanchez was patrolling the of the Sagemont Cowboys. Following Freshman parent night set Ernesto Saldizar, an 18-year-old from North 12400 block of Beamer Friday, Jan. 21, at rough- high school, Martinez attended Texas Dobie will host an informational parent Houston, suffered multiple gunshot wounds to ly 6:30 a.m. when he was struck by a driver, who A&M University, where he graduated meeting for families with students entering the head and was pronounced dead at the scene. then fl ed the scene into the Sageglen subdivi- in 1991. ninth grade in the 2011-2012 school year. The Police and Houston Fire Department person- sion. Martinez is the son of South Belt meeting will be held Tuesday, Feb. 1, in the nel initially responded to a report of an uncon- Sanchez was transported to Memorial Her- resident Bee Martinez and the late school cafeteria. scious man inside a parked car at an apartment mann Southeast Hospital with back and neck Rick Martinez. A meeting for parents with students inter- complex at the above location. injuries, while three other deputies scoured the The new captain has two sons, Ethan ested in Pre-AP or advanced classes will begin At press time, there was no known motive. area unsuccessfully searching for the suspect. and Vaughn Martinez. Martinez’s sis- at 6 p.m., and a general meeting for all parents Anyone with information in this case is urged The suspect’s vehicle is described as being a ter, Lara, is married to Phillip Maffei, with incoming freshman will begin at 7 p.m. to call HPD Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 small maroon or red car with possible damage to and they are also South Belt residents. Freshman principals and counselors will be on or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477 (TIPS). the front right side. hand to answer questions following the pre- The Harris County Precinct 2 Constable’s of- Anyone with information in this case is urged Kevin Martinez Photo submitted sentation. fi ce is seeking the public’s assistance in identify- to call the constable’s offi ce at 713-477-2766. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 27, 2011 Readers’ Opinions Sheriff deputies know what an awesome school we have Morales expresses in our district. investigate crash thanks to Frazier And thank you South Belt Leader for an awesome newspaper. I read it every Five vehicles were involved in a traffic acci- I would like to express my sincere week to keep updated on our community. dent on the southbound side of Beamer just thanks and to compliment the wonderful Thank you, Judy Morales north of Astoria Wednesday, Jan. 26, at rough- staff at Frazier Elementary School. They ly 8:30 a.m. The driver in rear was ticketed for should be rewarded for their kindness Johansen questions and selflessness. I won’t go into specifics causing the other four cars to hit each other. but due to unforeseen circumstances, my Perry, GOP motives No one was seriously injured. Deputies from home went from a household of 2 to a the Harris County Sheriff’s office are shown household of 5. Well as you can imagine Here in the Houston area, some to the left investigating the crash. that takes a big toll on finances and being Republican neighbors are Tea Partiers Photo by Marie Flickinger a single mother with a one income house- with bumper stickers calling for Texas to hold we were really affected by this secede from the United States. With a change. Don’t get me wrong, I am not Republican governor permanently cam- complaining, I welcomed in my new paigning and calling for secession, I household members – 2 of them being wonder what their plans are for jewels in Brook Debate earns Deferral provisions provide my grandchildren. One of my grandchil- the Texas crown that survive on public dren began attending Frazier Elementary funds, such as NASA/Johnson Space where she is excelling in her new school. Center and Medical Center. tax relief for homeowners Unfortunately, due to limited finances Rick Perry, GOP leadership and the awards at Tiger Classic during the holiday season I didn’t see Tea Partiers are taking Texas on a Race With the Monday, Jan. 31, chief appraiser. “However, cent. Taxes on the remaining getting the grandchildren or my son who to the Bottom. In nearly all measures, A small contingent of the tic extemporaneous speak- fi rst qualifi cation of the sea- deadline for paying 2010 once an over-65 or disability amount of increase may then attends Dobie a whole lot but I knew I including high paying jobs requiring a Wolverine Debate Team at- ing, has added LD debate son in LD debate. property taxes without penalty deferral is granted, additional be deferred on terms similar would provide for them. I always have. I solid education, Texas is near or at the tended Katy High School’s to his impressive resume – Rounding out the week- or interest rapidly approach- charges can’t be levied for to those for the over-65 or dis- refused to ask for assistance when there bottom, and Perry and friends are intent 10th annual Tiger Classic now being qualifi ed in both end’s successes was Suresh, ing, some homeowners may delinquent tax penalty and ability deferrals. are so many people that are unemployed to create a Russian-like economy to the weekend of Jan. 14-15 events for the team’s state who also has two qualifi ca- be able to postpone or “defer” interest, and the property can- Robinson suggested that and/or losing all their possessions. I have compete for more low level jobs. as they continued to accu- meet in March. tions under his belt – LD de- tax payments. not be foreclosed upon for before attempting to apply for always been that way, if I am able and Perry and the Tea Party seem pleased mulate needed points toward Following Bodiford was bate and his newest, foreign Morever, property owners unpaid taxes during the defer- a deferral, homeowners should fortunate enough to have employment that the Texas economy is broken, pro- Texas Forensics Association Bhalara who, like Bodiford, extemporaneous speaking, who are 65 years of age or ral period.” first contact the taxing units then I am responsible for myself and mine. viding them a rationale to trash public state qualifi cation. was also previously quali- which he achieved at Katy older and those who qualify as “The downside of a defer- (county, school district, MUD, To make a long story short, Frazier education, a variety of health programs The team pared down fi ed in an event – LD de- High School. disabled can also choose to ral is that rather than eliminat- etc.) in which their property is knew of our predicament because of the and our once affordable public colleges. their entries over the week- bate – but at Katy she added This most recent list of pay their tax bills in four ing property taxes, it merely located to determine how paperwork required when I enrolled my Instead they should guide Texas to a end with a solid focus on ex- domestic extemporaneous successes for the team has installments. The first install- postpones when the taxes much tax can be legally granddaughter, the faculty and specifi- prosperous future built on a foundation of temporaneous speaking and speaking to her list of ac- resulted in a total of 11 stu- ment of at least 25 percent of must be paid,” the chief deferred. He also recommend- cally Ms. Blue and Ms. Parmer opened quality education, college-educated Lincoln Douglas debate and complishments. dents who will be attend- the total 2010 tax bill is also appraiser added. ed that caution be used if the up their hearts and blessed us. I have workforce and high-tech industries. achieved 100 percent success. Fellow teammate Eric ing the TFA State Meet in due by Jan. 31, 2011. Qualified “Individuals who plan to home has a mortgage since never received such sincere caring and Houston is extremely proud of the The students who at- Chaney achieved his fi rst March. Although this num- taxpayers who choose this leave their home to heirs or the deed of trust may permit generosity before from staff at a school Medical Center and NASA, but the tended – Hunter Bodiford, qualifi cation of the season ber is an impressive yearly option MUST indicate in their sell it need to remember that the mortgage company to as I received from the staff at Frazier Republicans are intent on dismantling Raveena Bhalara, Eric in foreign extemporaneous result for the team, equally first payment that they have the taxes and interest eventu- foreclose if all taxes aren’t Elementary. This school is awesome!!! important programs in order to please Chaney, Neil Patel and Ri- speaking and is still working impressive is the total of 16 selected to use the installment ally must be paid. Also, those paid on time. I want to say a sincere thank you to the Tea Party fringe. Thoughtful people shi Suresh – all returned to toward his LD qualifi cation, individual state qualifi ca- plan. who have a mortgage on their Application for the 5 per- the staff of Frazier who opened up their need to question the motives and actions Clear Brook with their goals which he is looking forward tions, as several members Texas law permits a home- home should check with the cent deferral for 2010 must be hearts to one little family . . . my family of those calling for drastic cuts in Texas achieved. to conquering in the next will be attending the state owner who is 65 or older or a mortgage company to make made no later than Jan. 31, during this difficult period of adjustment and federal programs and learn about Bodiford, already more few weeks. meet as dual- or triple-quali- disabled person to defer pay- certain the deferral doesn’t 2011. Homeowners who qual- but made such a huge impact. the connection of funds to truly important than triple qualifi ed in domes- Also, Patel achieved his fi ed event competitors. ment of current and delin- violate the terms of the deed ify for an over-65 or disabled I am asking if you can print my story programs. For instance, check out where quent property taxes on that of trust securing the mortgage person’s deferral may claim because now days the only time you our now famous TIRR Memorial Hermann person’s residence homestead on the property,” Robinson the deferral at any time by fil- hear feedback is when someone is com- gets its funding. until he or she no longer owns added. ing a deferral affidavit form plaining. I would like the southbelt area to Sincerely, Peter Johansen or occupies the home as a In addition to an over-65 with the appraisal district. If a residence. deferral, a limited form of delinquent tax suit is already For purposes of this law, a deferral may be available to a pending, a copy of the affida- person is considered disabled smaller group of homeown- vit must be filed with the Yard waste bags cause concern if he or she is under a disabil- ers, whose appraised value court. By Matt Griesmyer The bags that Muecke re- “We have lengthened and ity for purposes of payment of increased by more than 5 per- For additional information, On Sept. 2, 2009, the City ceived were given away to resi- thickened the bag in an effort disability insurance benefits cent from 2009 to 2010, contact the Harris County of Houston passed an ordi- dents at a Clear Lake town hall to have the bag perform better under Social Security. excluding any improvements Appraisal District’s informa- nance that made disposing of meeting with District E City in the Houston climate,” said In some cases, the deferral made to the home. Under this tion center at 713-957-7800 yard waste in a “green” man- Councilman Mike Sullivan. Mark Williams, vice president will also extend to the surviv- provision, taxes must be paid or visit the district’s offices at ner compulsory. Residents had Muecke took action after of market development. ing spouse of a person who before delinquency on any 13013 Northwest Freeway in to spend money on new com- having used the bags by con- Dave Williams sent Muecke claims a deferral, if the spouse increase in value up to 5 per- Houston. postable yard waste bags, com- tacting the director of heavy several sample boxes of the post the yard waste, or grass- trash, Harry Hayes. Hayes for- new product for fi eld testing, is 55 or older and the property cycle - leave yard trimmings warded his concern to the pres- and they appear to be working is the residence homestead of where they lie to naturally de- ident of BIObagUSA, Dave well. both spouses at the time the compose. Williams. “I was able to fi ll the bag spouse who qualified for the Dobie, Memorial South Belt resident James Muecke received a call from that the company sent me to test deferral dies. Muecke received a sample of Williams regarding his com- all the way to the top and put a “Property taxes continue to the new bags and found them plaint to address the issues with good tie on it,” said Muecke. accrue during the deferral receive awards to be unsatisfactory. his product. According to Mark Wil- period, and all unpaid taxes “Well, (my compostable According to Muecke, Wil- liams, the new bags have are assessed interest at the rate Two Pasadena Independent must also maintain or increase bags) stayed in the garage from liams had said that his com- shipped and should be avail- of 8 percent per year,” said School District high schools the number of students taking August until December, when pany sells the bags which are able for the spring. Jim Robinson, the Harris – Dobie and Memorial – have the ACT Assessment. I had need to try them,” said sold all over the country and For more information about County Appraisal District’s Muecke. “The fi rst bag that I he had misjudged the climate the different biodegradable been presented with 2010 The Texas ACT Council is took off the roll immediately and humidity of Houston but bags, visit the compostable bags Clear Brook High School Speech and Debate Team members displaying tro- College Readiness Awards by composed of secondary and tore at the seam. So I took two had a new product that would website for the City of Houston phies from the Katy High School Tiger Classic are, left to right, Raveena the Texas ACT Council. post-secondary educators who more and double bagged; this potentially overcome the exist- at www.houstontx.gov/solidwa Bhalara, Rishi Suresh, Eric Chaney, Neil Patel and Hunter Bodiford. The award recognizes advise ACT, Inc., on the utili- increases your cost.” ing problems. ste/compostablebags.html. increases in ACT composite zation of ACT programs and Death scores over a five-year period. services in Texas schools and Dobie 20-year Schools receiving the award colleges. Derek LEGAL NOTICE reunion set South Belt The Dobie High School Eugene Class of 1991 will hold its Graphics & Printing 20-year reunion Saturday, McDonald Oct. 8, 2011, from 7 p.m. to 1 One stop for all your printing needs a.m. at Trevisio Restaurant & • Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Ballroom, 6550 Bertner Ave. Letterheads & Envelopes • Wedding Invitations • Thank in Houston. You Notes • Menus • Directories and much more! For information and/or ticket sales, visit http://www. 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 jfdobie91reunion.com/ or on Facebook at http://www.face book.com/?ref=home#!/do bieclassof91reunion. PW Library sets events The following events are scheduled for the week of Derek Eugene McDon- Jan. 27 through Feb. 2 at ald, 37, of Sagemont, died on Parker Williams Library, Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2011. 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: He is survived by his The Vietnamese Lunar children, Rachel McDonald, New Year Festival will be Lance McDonald, Pierce celebrated Saturday, Jan. 29. Schwertner-McDonald and A family-friendly film Christina McDonald; moth- will be presented at Movie er of Rachel and Lance, Madness on Monday, Jan. 31, Hope Harris; wife Jenni- at 4 p.m. Call the library for fer Cropsey-McDonald and exact title. her children, Izzy and Ozzy Preschool storytime is at Castillo; mother Marla Mc- 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, and Donald; father John Delac- toddler storytime is at 10:30 erda; paternal grandmother a.m. Thursday. Dorthy McDonald; maternal grandparents Bill and Judy INVENT YOURSELF. Dobie offers McDonald; and numerous family members and friends. With over 140 degrees and certificates, there’s really no limit student tours Chapel services were held to who you can become. Not only are our classes more Saturday, Jan. 22, 2011, at affordable than most four-year universities, we also offer to Europe Grand View Funeral Home. financial aid and scholarships to help you pay for college. For Interment followed the information or to enroll, visit sanjac.edu or call 281.998.6150. Dobie High School teach- service at Grand View Me- ers Allison Bowers and morial Park. Lakeitha Kirven will sponsor Online memorial tributes trip to Europe for the summer may be placed at www.grand EOI of 2012. viewfunerals.com. Bowers will take a 15-day tour to London, Paris, Louvre, Swiss Alps, Florence, Rome and Assisi. To find out more information, e-mail her at Europeleisure2012@hot South Belt-Ellington mail.com or Abinnicker@ pasadenaisd.org. Kirven will be take an 11-day tour to Paris, Milan, Leader Florence and Rome. For more information, e-mail her at [email protected]. The Voice of Community-Minded People Prices are reasonable, and a discount is given to those who enroll by Feb. 28, 2012. Only inquire about trip if student is between the age of 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 14-19 and currently attend J. Frank Dobie High School. Bowers and Kirven will E-mail: [email protected] host a second parent meeting at a later date for those who Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners are interested in experiencing this once-in-a-lifetime trip. Thursday, January 27, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Stuchbery announces second nine-weeks rolls BHI Spelling Bee Stuchbery Elementary re- Makayla Karkasky, Thao Munoz. Aylin Bonilla, Evelyn Perfect attendance Woodley, Alyssa Woodruffe cently released its honor, mer- Lam, Bonny Le, Tony Le, Cayla Pena, Thien Pham, Holder, Zandy Lucero, Joe- First grade and Ben Yuen. it and perfect attendance rolls Alejandro Melendez and Iza- Ashley Rivera, Kaitlyn patrick Perlera, Marissa San- Montserrat Alba, Abra- Perfect attendance champions named for the second nine-weeks bella Mojica. Sanchez, Adrian Saracho, chez, Alexis Tran and Anya ham Amaro, Kelly Amaya, Second grade grading period of the 2010- Mazza Payne-Hardy, Jor- Sa’Terria Small, Chelsey Ur- Walker. Jazmyne Backman, Shinell Heidy Alfaro, Mya Aman- 2011 school year. Students dan Reed, Fidel Rueda, Bry- diales and Kayla Wilson. Perfect attendance Ball-Ford, Anthony Bena- for, Hailey Avant, Mary earning status are: an Santacruz, Sierra-Grace Merit roll ABLE/SUCCESS vides, Jai’ariyus Boston, Jam- Baez, Randy Bui, Khadryan Honor roll Shepherd, Francisco Torres, First grade Sergio Cano, Brittany Du- il Campbell, Kaitlynn Cantu Caldwell, Mark Chavez, Kei- First grade Julie Trinh, Ashley Tzintzun Catalina Canet, Colton ran, Jonathan Gonzalez, Aar- and Ricky Cao. ra Chavis, Emily Cortez, Vinh Anthony Benavides, Ricky and Mia Zuniga. Chahayed, Sebastian Cruz, on Guillen and Jaime Rubio. Anthony Castro, Sebastian Diip, Karen Estrada, Noah Cao, Jaran Darjean, Jaran Dar- Third grade Thomas Cypert, Denise Da- Perfect attendance Cruz, Thomas Cypert, Julius Galicia, Braden Gant, David jean, Julius Davis, Julius Da- Gema Alaniz, Anilu Ar- vis, Gerardo Flores, Izaac Kindergarten Davis, Denise Davis, Ethan Garcia, Gabriel Granados and vis, Isaiah Fernandez, Jordan rieta, Ethan Butler, Alejandro Garcia, Celest Garcia, Zinaya Alize Alvarez, Michael Deem, Keegan DeSantiago, Francisco Hernandez. Gonzales, Scotlynn Hamilton Castaneda, Alonso Dosal, Gonzales and Elissa Lopez. Arambula, Derrian Bennett, Omar Espinoza, Izaac Gar- Tonya Hernandez, Deaira and Khalil Henry. Marcus Doss, Gabriella Gar- Abigail Ortiz, Jailah Pow- Jor’dun Boston, Ami Bui, cia, David Gay and Jaqueline Jackson, Ambreon Jones, Vinh Hoang, Kendra Hop- cia, Hannah Gonzales, Mar- ell, Emily Sanchez, Brooklyn Christopher Cantu, Kayle Gonazales. Thao Lam, Bonny Le, Tonya kins, Makiethia Johnson, cus Hernandez, Stephanie Thompson, Manuel Viera Var- Christie, Deandré Cooper, Jordan Gonzales, Zinaya Le, Mauricio Lopez, Christian Rhellin Lewis, Kyle Nguyen, Horton, Katelyn Huynh and gas, Cyra’e Washington and Eron Delgado, Sarah Cruz, Gonzales, Makiethia John- Mariscal, Joshua Martinez, Marissa Rivas, Christopher Nicholas Keel. Jaric Woodley. Raul Diaz, Anaiaha Flowers son, Rhellin Lewis, Kiyah Marissa McAnally, Kemauri Salinas, Trinity Tucker and Irene Kim, Johhny Lam, Second grade and Christina Garza. Linsey, Kimberly Lizardo, Millender, Izabella Mojica Johnathan Zamarripa. Monica Massoud, Jon Paul Rhaevyn Citizen, Justin Ashton Fox, Ariana Gon- Brandon Lopez, Elissa Lo- and Alyssa Montes. Second grade McDaniel, Marissa Sala- Garcia, Carolina Gonzalez, zales, Briana Ibarra, Hunter pez, Alan Lucero-Flores and Janeele Mooney, Veronica Mary Baez, Aliyah Bar- zar, Miranda Serrano, Alan Marilynn Hensley, Mikayla Killingsworth, Bianca Kind- Alexandru Marinescu. Mora, Rhiannon Morris, An- reiro, Ty Blankenship, An- Tamez, Ashley Tovar, Sarah Lagos, Mauricio Lopez, Rhi- er, Madison London-Carter, Kyle Nguyen, Justin drew Nguyen, Tri Nguyen, thony Castro, Mark Chaves, Tyler, Juliana Vega and Eric annon Morris, Andrew Nguy- Adrian Longoria, Sheila Mc- Nguyen, Sergio Nieto, Abi- Bryan Ramirez, Jordan Reed, Karina Del Villar, Vinh Diep, Wilson. en and Madelyn Spray. Gee, Marcus Millender, Xavi- gail Ortiz, Evan Rodriguez, Jason Reyna, Zovian Riggs, Abby Duron, Drake Es- Fourth grade Third grade er Ortiz, Thu Pham, Esper- Emily Sanchez, Bryan San- Emily Salinas, Isaiah Semp- cobedo, Bruno Gandara and Lauren Brown, Sara Cor- Adam Escobedo, Jasmine anza Regaldo and Ezequiel tacruz, Elijah Sempkowski, kowski and Keegan Seymour. Braden Gant. tez, Stephanie Do, Emily Es- Jimenez, Kayla Lawson, Rivera. Rickey Sistrunk, Brooklyn Ja’keydric Smith, Janitzia Gabriel Granados, Fran- trada, Daija Green, Brian Ho- Samantha Lopez, Giovanni Phil Rivera, Ivan Sanchez, Thompson and Francisco Tor- Tolentino, Jose Tolentino, Ju- cisco Hernandez, Lizbeth ang, Ivy Hua, Jose Montiel, Luna, Sarah Marquez, Seleste Kenndey Sistrunk, Jalon res. lio Torres, Kevin Tran, Julie Jimenez, Ambreon Jones, Miah Muniz and Michaela Martinez, Trevor Morris, Al- Thomas, Jalen Thomas, Kim- Annette Tran, Trinity Tuck- Trinh, Destiny Vela, Fernando lison Neira, Leonardo Perez, berly Tovar, Jasmine Tran, er, Ashley Tzintzun, Jesse Val- Velazquez, Deashia Victoria, Elexus Romero, Nicholas Vianca Valencia, Cardin Vo, dez, Tre Villanueva, Cyra’e Jazmine Williams and Nicho- Salinas and Peter Spigner. Cornellus Whitmill and Jeny- Washington, Alyssia Wil- las Wiltz. Beverly Hills Intermediate recently held its annual spelling bee. Spelling bee Fourth grade sis Woodley. liams, Faith Williams, Jaric Third grade winners are, left to right, Catherine Thai, runner-up; and David Ho, cham- Anilu Arrieta, Alexa Ben- pion – winning word was rural. Also pictured is Marsha Benjamin, English itez, Roy Bessent, Ethan teacher of both students. The next step for Ho is the Pasadena Independent Butler, Alejandro Castaneda, School District Spelling Bee on Feb. 15 at the administration building. 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No Job Too Small! No Job Too Small! Call For Information Call For Information Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 27, 2011 Saiz spelling bee Horticulture of Moody Over The Back Fence by Jan Gardens lecture Feb. 4 champion The University of Hous- vide learning opportunities ton-Clear Lake will hold a for area seniors and others mini-CLASP lecture on interested in learning. TREY SENT BIRTHDAY WISHES GRIFFINS CELEBRATE 49 YEARS The day for a birthday cake for Kelly horticulture of Moody All ages are welcome. A special belated birthday wish is sent to Bobby and Kenneth Griffin mark their Lohse is Jan. 27. Marking a birthday Jan. 28 Gardens Friday, Feb. 4, Admission is free, but reg- Alfredo “Trey” Estrada, who celebrated his 49th wedding anniversary Thursday, Jan. 27. is Jennifer Perales. from 10:30 a.m. to noon, at istration is requested for all birthday Jan. 24, from mom Mercedes, step- Their family, friends and the staff at the Melillo Middle School the Freeman Branch Library, daytime speaker series dad Ray, sister Jackie and brothers Josh and Leader wish them a wonderful anniversary. Jan. 27 is the day for a birthday party for 16616 Diana Lane. events. Jacob. Trey is a fifth-grade student at Morris HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DAVID Shanette Eldridge. Celebrating a birthday Moody Gardens of the For more information, Middle School. Birthday greetings are sent to David Jan. 29 is Bertha Sanchez. Wishes for a Future: The Canopy, Otter e-mail [email protected], call BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR ALEXIS Flickinger, president of the South Belt-Ellington wonderful birthday are sent to Kelly Jurek Pond and More to Come is the university’s Office of Belated happy birthday wishes are sent to Leader, Thursday, Jan. 27. David is wished a Jan. 31. Marking a birthday Feb. 1 is Bonnie the topic of the mini-CLASP Alumni and Community Dobie High School senior Alexis Huebner great birthday by his parents, Marie and Schindler. lecture presented by Moody Relations at 281-283-2019, on Wednesday, Jan. 26, from her parents, David; brother Fred and wife Leslie; nieces Morris Middle School Gardens Exhibits Manager or visit the CLASP website Debbie and Johnny Huebner, grandmother Kimberly and Courtney and husband Chris; Elecia Audish celebrates a birthday Jan. Donita Brannon. at http://www.uhcl.edu/ Loida Trimble and all who love her. fiance Ellie Garza, her daughter, Natalie, and 30. On Feb. 2, blow out the birthday candles Hosted by the universi- clasp. HAPPY 2ND BIRTHDAY OWEN! grandson Kelvin; and the staff at the Leader. for John Bennett. ty’s Clear Lake Association Classes are subject to Owen Michael Flowers turns 2 years old ANGELA HAS A BIRTHDAY Beverly Hills Intermediate Thursday, Feb. 3, and will celebrate with a Bobby and Kenneth Griffin send birthday The day for a cake for Lisa Anders is Jan. of Senior Programs, this cancellation or change in Toy Story-themed party at his grandparents’ wishes to daughter-in-law Angela Griffin, 27. Birthday greetings are sent to Melissa series is designed to pro- schedule. house. Best wishes are sent to Owen from who enjoys a birthday Feb. 2. Gonzalez Jan. 28. On Jan. 30, Donica Arnold big sister Kennedy; parents Stacey (Hayes) SCHOOL DAZE enjoys a birthday. Maria Olvera has a birth- and Stephen Flowers of Dickinson; grand- The following personnel and staff members day Jan. 31. The day for a cake for Cynthia INCOME TAX SERVICES parents Jannie and Robert Scarberry of of the Pasadena Independent School District Wright is Feb. 2. South Belt and Karen and Mike Flowers celebrate birthdays Jan. 27 through Feb. 2. Thompson Intermediate of Dickinson; uncles Tyler, Austin, Joey, Burnett Elementary Special birthday wishes are sent to Felicia Wesley and Travis; aunts Jenny, Nicole, Blow out the birthday candles for Pat Petit Jan. 30. Enjoying a birthday Jan. 31 is Nyssa, Christine and Michelle; and cousins McBride on Jan. 28. Feb. 1 is the day for a Laura Tuttle. 281-682-2427 Brayden, Baylee, Jade and Sierra. Owen’s party for Donna Yates. Dobie High mother is a 2005 graduate of J. Frank Dobie Frazier Elementary Blow out the birthday candles for Todd High School. Greetings for a happy birthday are sent to Geries Jan. 27. Kristen Griffith enjoys a Payment options available BIRTHDAY GREETINGS FOR KARMA Shanette Eldridge Jan. 27. birthday Jan. 28. Steven Casteel and Elke Karma Sronce celebrates her birthday Laura Bush Elementary Cerre are wished a happy birthday Jan. 30. Wednesday, Feb. 2. Karma is sent birthday On Jan. 31, birthday wishes are sent to The day for a birthday surprise for Leslie wishes from her family, friends and co-work- Melissa Medina. Rustin is Feb. 1. Pasadena Little Theatre ers at the Leader. Moore Elementary LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS 4318 Allen-Genoa Road LAILA CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY Birthday greetings are sent to Brenda E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, con- Performances: Dr. Laila Hassan celebrates her birthday Hallaron Jan. 28. Emma Tsikis has a birth- gratulations, etc., to mynews@southbeltlead Jan. 28 - Feb. 13, 2011 Thursday, Jan. 27. Best wishes are sent for a day Jan. 31. On Feb. 1, Tammy Munn enjoys er.com with OTBF in the subject line. Items wonderful day from her family, friends, office a birthday. must be submitted by Friday noon for the next Thurs. Feb. 10, staff and the Leader staff. South Belt Elementary week’s publication. Fri/Sat @ 8 p.m., Sat/Sun @ 3 p.m. Hobby Lions Reservations: The Curious online at Melillo, Moore, South Shaver “GLO” pasadenalittletheatre.org Club to meet Savage or call Houston Hobby Airport By John Patrick 713-941-1PLT(1758) Lions Club will meet Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 11:30 a.m. at the Golden LADIES FITNESS BOOT CAMP Corral at Fuqua and I-45. www.fi tnesscamphouston.com For more information, Atkinson Elementary Spelling Bee was recently call Monica Montoya at 713-371-7171 held at the school. Daniel Saiz of Tulu Sarkar’s 281-794-5531. fourth-grade class was named the winner. He will represent Atkinson in the Pasadena Independent Lions Club Costs less than a personal trainer School District Spelling Bee. 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Barry SScarsdalecarsdale DentalDental SmilesSmiles AAffordableffordable & QQualityuality Insurance and Financial Services Representative DDentalental CareCare 12621 Featherwood Dr., Ste 115 Melillo Middle School, in conjunction with Moore They plan to continue to host this drive in the 10904 Scarsdale Blvd., #100 • Houston, TX 77089 • 281.464.9440 Houston, Tx 77034 Elementary and South Shaver Elementary, took upcoming years. Pictured are, left to right, (front Braces • Teeth Whitening • Children’s Dentistry 281-464-3383 part in a holiday drive benefiting the Houston row) Alma Chavez, Veronica Arguedas, Ilsa Garcia, Beamer Rd. Offering: Mutual Funds, Variable Hospice called “GLO” for a Cause in honor of Alicia Gaytan, Martha Hoppe, (back row) Veronica Payment Plans Available Universal Life, Variable Annuities, longtime kindergarden teacher Gloria Araiza of Gonzales, Lori Homerstad, Sarah Saum, Nancy Medicaid,CHIP $ 00 Scarsdale Blvd. IRAs, 40l(k)s South Shaver Elementary. Araiza lost her battle to Hernandez, Claudia Perez, Mayra Ozuna, Ricardo 20. 20% Securities offered through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC, Member FINRA & SIPC cancer this past October. Faculty and students col- Tamez, Connie Smith, Jessica Gomez, Julia Romo & Insurance exam, x-rays & off your first lected toiletry items and bags of candy for the drive. and Arnita Whelchel. Photo submitted consultation treatment Accepted In the Food Town Shopping Center ANCHOR BOX CHEAP PRICES NO MINIMUM PICK-UP MOVING BOXES Remember When FURNITURE RE-DO SHIPPING BOXES 30 years ago (1981) his resignation. Vickie Morgan as secretary South Belt resident, was • Re-Pair • Re-Finish BAGS BUBBLES A concerted South Belt The athletic director of and Harvey Turner as assis- recognized as the Citizen of • Re-Glue • Re-Screw PACKAGING SUPPLIES community effort brought Pasadena ISD said it was tant secretary. the Year at the 22nd annual a record number of voters too soon to name replace- Le Duc Nguyen, a 54- South Belt-Ellington Cham- ‘We Re-Do For You’ CLICK, CALL OR VISIT - ANCHORBOX.COM to the Dobie polling place. ments for the three football year-old market owner, was ber of Commerce banquet. 11043 - C FUQUA Their efforts put three coaches who resigned from shot to death by three rob- West was praised by Harris For Free Estimates Call: NEAR GULF FRWY. South Belt area residents on the district, although inter- bers. The three men were County Commissioner El Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 IN FOODARAMA CENTER, 1/2 BLK. WEST OF I-45 the Pasadena ISD Board of views had begun. captured and charged with Franco Lee for his contribu- Trustrees: John Elam, Rudy Heavy voter turnout in aggravated robbery. tions to the community. OPEN Schubert and Dr. B.J. Gar- the Pasadena school district Sageglen resident Gor- Houston police were in- MON-SAT 713-947-1500 ner. was a key factor in the J.D. don Quisenberry drowned vestigating the death of J.C. Dobie High School as- Bruce-Dr. William Davison while attempting to rescue Iziah Smith, 21, whose body sistant head varsity football victory in the San Jacinto a woman who was also was found in Turkey Creek. WALKER LAW OFFICES ANCHOR BOX coach Don Cole announced College Board of Regents drowning in Galveston Bay. Smith, of the 11700 block Milton Walker, J.D. election. According to a Coast Guard of Algonquin, was found by 25 years ago (1986) spokesman, a 41-foot Ciga- three men who were riding 281-481-0909 The U.S. Justice Depart- rette boat cartweheeled at a four-wheeled vehicles near ment was expected to rest high rate of speed in choppy the 15100 block of the Gulf WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES its case, alleging discrimi- water. Quisenberry left his Freeway. Getting Married? natory practices in Pasa- boat in an attempt to save Richard McKay, head BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS dena Independent School the woman and her com- librarian at San Jacinto Col- LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT District. panion. No one was wear- lege’s Parker Williams Li- www.walkerlaw.com Repair of the overpass ing a life jacket. brary, initiated a project to Let bridge at Dixie Farm Road 15 years ago (1996) preserve previous issues of 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 was expected to begin and The South Belt-Ellington the Leader on microfi lm for was to be completed in time Leader was getting ready to posterity. for rush hour traffi c the fol- celebrate its 20th anniver- A stolen vehicle was re- lowing Monday morning. sary. Formerly known as the covered after a brief chase South Belt The new offi cers for the South Belt Press, the news- through Sagemont. Precinct PISD Board of Trustees paper was founded in Feb- 2 Deputy Constable Sgt. were Harvey Turner, presi- ruary 1976 by two house- Zerick Guinn chased the South Belt Graphics dent; Vickie Morgan, vice wives, Marie Flickinger and vehicle on Sageburrow, and president; John Elam, sec- Bobby Griffi n. when it failed to negotiate a Graphics & Printing retary; and Carmen Orozco, Clear Brook senior An- turn, it crashed into the yard assistant secretary. drea Bahlo took fi rst place of a residence. Two juvenile & Printing Vickie Morgan became in the 100-yard backstroke occupants fl ed on foot but the fi rst woman in half a at the state TISCA meet in were quickly captured. century elected to the PISD Austin, after undergoing 1 year ago (2010) help you with all your Board of Trustees by de- heart surgery only 11 days In a surprising move, feating 18-year incumbent before the event. newly named Dobie head Carl Schwartz, who was 10 years ago (2001) football coach Derek Fitz- NNoo JJobob TToooo SSmall!mall! printing needs. seeking his seventh term to Clear Creek Indepen- henry resigned from his the board. dent School District parents post before even starting the Groundbreaking cer- asked for the long-promised position. According to Fitz- Now printing small-quantity orders! emonies for the Memo- replacement for Weber El- henry, his family wanted to rial Southeast Professional ementary. remain in Giddings, where Building to be connected to The State Farm Insur- he will continue to coach. Memorial Southeast Hospi- ance offi ce of Skip Morse John Elam died after a 11555 Beamer tal, also under construction, was robbed. The thieves es- fi ve-year battle with cancer. CCallall FForor IInformationnformation took place. caped with a small amount A 1985 Dobie graduate, 20 years ago (1991) of cash and a 23-year-old Elam was a standout foot- 281-484-4337 Carmen Orozco was wedding ring from one of ball player who went on to elected president of the the two insurance reps who play at Texas A&M Uni- Pasadena school board. were in the offi ce. versity. Elam was diagnosed Others elected were Denny 5 years ago (2006) with a rare, unknown form 281-484-4337 Delafi eld as vice president, Neil West, longtime of cancer in 2004. Thursday, January 27, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 KUHF’s Kennedy The Curious Savage Cox, Malek marry Dec. 18 at Bay Area concert Allison Lee Cox and Darin William Malek were united in Elaine Kennedy, KUHF and Cafe, featuring flavors of marriage in a double-ring cer- Morning Show host, will the Mediterranean. opens at PLT Jan. 28 emony on Saturday, Dec. 18, appear as a special guest at The BAC Mixed Chorus 2010, at the Star Hill Ranch the 2011 Major Works will perform a concert favor- The Curious Savage, the adults and $12 for students her to the Cloisters, a sanato- in Bee Cave, Texas, with the Concert presented by the Bay ite, the Schubert Mass in G. beloved comedy by John and seniors. rium, and attempt to take the bride’s uncle, the Rev. Jerry Area Chorus of Greater In contrast, a rarely performed Patrick, opens at Pasadena On Thursday, Feb. 10, a fortune for themselves. Mrs. Cox, presiding. The bride Houston. work, the Rheinberger Mass Little Theatre, 4318 Allen special two-for-one show is Savage fi nds she has more was given in marriage by her Accompanied by a profes- in A, will be presented by the Genoa Road, on Friday, Jan. offered. A $14 ticket will ad- in common with the patients father. sional orchestra, the Bay Area BAC Women’s Chorus. 28. mit two to this performance. at the Cloisters and wants A reception followed the Mixed Chorus and the Bay Now in its 46th season, the This family friendly show, The Curious Savage is to stay there. She winds up ceremony where the couple Area Women’s Chorus will Bay Area Chorus has grown to directed by Misty Banks a funny and heartwarm- leading everyone on a merry danced to You are the Best perform at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. be a Houston-area choral insti- Thompson, runs weekends ing story of Ethel Savage, chase. Thing, by Ray Lamontagne. 7 at Gloria Dei Lutheran tution. During the 16-year ten- through Feb. 13. Show times who has inherited $10 mil- Make reservations by The bride is the daughter Church, 18220 Upper Bay ure of Musical Director Keith are 8 p.m. Friday, Saturday lion from her late hus- calling 713-941-1758 or on- of David and Angel Cox of Road in Nassau Bay. Dixon, the group has expand- and Thursday, Feb. 10, with band with which she intends line at www.pasadenalittle The Woodlands. Tickets are $10 in advance, ed to include a Women’s and Sunday matinees at 3 p.m. to do many good things. Her theatre.org. Credit cards will The groom is the son of $15 at the door for adults, and Mixed Chorus. Both have Ticket prices are $14 for greedy stepchildren commit be accepted. Gail and David Malek, resi- $12 for students and seniors exhibited a high standard of dents of the Estates of Green 65+. Tickets may be pur- musical excellence in perfor- Tee. He is the grandson of chased by visiting the “pur- mances throughout metropoli- Don and Carol Lowry of chase tickets” section of the tan Houston. South Belt and Ken and BAC website at www.bayar Additionally, the Bay Area Verona Malek of Rockport, eachorus.org, by calling the Chorus has an extensive out- Texas, former South Belt BAC hotline at 281-326-1286, reach program showcasing residents. or from any chorus member. school, church, community Serving as matron of Kennedy and members of and university choirs as guest honor was Sarah Rhea, the the chorus advisory board performers. bride’s sister. will be honored at a post- The Bay Area Women’s Ashton Cox, the bride’s concert reception for per- Chorus has been invited to niece was the bridesmaid. formers and members of the perform at the state conven- Serving as best man was audience. tion of the Texas Choral Lonnie Malek, the groom’s Refreshments will be pro- Directors Association in San brother. vided by Mediterraneo Market Antonio on July 30, 2011. The groomsman was Mitch Rhea, and ushers were David Cole, Sean Carpenter Health Expo, free HIV and Joe Tromanhauser. The bride is a 2004 Sam Houston State University testing at UHCL graduate with a degree in journalism and a minor in The University of Hous- provide health-related infor- mass communication. She ton-Clear Lake will hold a mation, including free HIV works with LJF Associates as Health Expo and free HIV testing offered by Legacy a marketing specialist direc- testing Wednesday, Feb 2, Community Health Services. tor. from noon to 6 p.m. in the HIV test results are available The groom is a 2000 grad- Bayou Building, Atrium I, in 20 minutes. uate of Bay Area Christian Forest Room of the university For more information School in League City. He at 2700 Bay Area Blvd. about this free event, contact attended Texas Tech Unver- The health expo is free the coordinator for Women’s sity and graduated from the and will include a variety of and LGBT Services Julie Houston Fire Department in Mr. and Mrs. Darin William Malek campus and community Smith at 281-283-2578 or 2005. He is a Houston fire- health organizations and will e-mail [email protected]. Pictured, left to right, Geoff Geiger, Janet Sharpley of Sagemont, and Steve man-paramedic at Station 49. He attended Sagemont Quimby appear in The Curious Savage by John Patrick which opens Jan. 28 Church. Memorial presents Crazy For You at Pasadena Little Theatre, 4318 Allen Genoa Road. This beloved comedy After a honeymoon on the runs weekends through Feb. 13. Show times are 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, The Memorial High School duction is under the direction Tickets are $10 in advance Riverwalk in San Antonio, Fine Arts Department will of H. Russ Brown and cho- and $12 at the door. Best Friends and 3 p.m. Sundays. Photo by Avalon Photography the couple reside in Shenan- present the Tony Award- reographed by Peggy Hina- For additional informa- doah, Texas. winning musical Crazy For josa with musical direction tion, contact Geema Moore at You over six dates beginning by J. Paul Trahan. 713-740-0390. Boutique Jan. 28 in the school audito- rium. Pets need Love- Burnett Spelling Bee champs announced The show, which features CLASP Visions in Our Midst the music of George and Ira Bring yours in Burnett Elementary held its annual Gershwin, won the 1992 holds lecture on health care spelling bee on Jan. 7. Several students for some Tony for Best Musical. The University of Hous- topic of this free lecture pre- in third and fourth grades participated The classic song-and- throughout several rounds to see who ton-Clear Lake’s CLASP sented by University of Texas special TLC. dance production features Visions in Our Midst speaker Medical Branch at Galveston’s would become the spelling bee champ- exhilarating tap-dance num- series will present a lecture Dr. Howard Brody. All ages ion. After 16 rounds of spelling words, bers reminiscent of 42nd on health care Thursday, Feb. are welcome. Same Location 25 Years third-grader Naomi Rodriguez was Street and Singin’ in the Rain. 3, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the For more information, crowned the spelling bee champion for Evening performances are Bayou Building at the cam- contact [email protected], call Hughes at Beltway 8 correctly spelling the word herring- scheduled for Jan 28-29 and pus. 281-283-2019, or visit the bone. She will move on to the Pasadena Feb. 3-5. Curtain time each Health Care Reform: CLASP website at http:// Independent School District competi- night is 7 p.m. Rationing Health Care is the www.uhcl.edu/clasp. 281-484-9655 A special matinee perfor- tion in early February. At left: left to mance is set for Jan. 30 at 2 right, (front row) Champion Naomi p.m. ORTHODONTIST Rodriguez, fi rst runner-up Marco Ve- The script, written by Ken lasquez, (back row) third-grade teach- Ludwig, takes audiences From er Rebecca Wells, Brenda Rodriguez through rejection and mis- (Rodriguez’s mother), Principal Cyn- taken identity – and throws in Gordon & Pat Berg thia Henderson, Yolanda Velasquez a love story along the way. and (Velasquez’s mother), fourth-grade Bobby, a city boy, dreams Board of Directors teacher Gloria Cruz, and spelling bee of making it big on Broadway, coordinator/counselor Shawn Fojtik. but his mother disagrees with his goals and wants him to remain in the family banking Thank you to the South Belt business. Business takes him to Nevada, where he meets community for their support John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. Polly, a small-town girl who wants nothing to do with his for our 20 years of serving ✰ big-city ways. 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Houston, TBA Kacy Hobbs, Landyn My- provide extra-base power in sophomores to provide a a team. That can go a long clear feel for the capabili- will host the 2011 Lady Longhorn Softball Clinic Thompson 7th boys at Dark tourn., S. Houston, TBA ers and Evan Babin will be the middle of the lineup. good bit of offense and the way. I think we are going ties of each of the players. Saturday, Jan. 29, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the high Beverly Hills 8th boys at Dark tourn., San Jacinto, TBA to be a very good team on It’s early in the season, school. Girls ages 6 to 14 are eligible to attend the Thompson 8th boys at Dark tourn., San Jacinto, TBA the fi eld, but it may take a and right now it’s easy to clinic, which will include instruction in all phases Beverly Hills 7th girls at Dark tourn., Park View, TBA while to fi nd the right com- see Saenz as an excited fan of the game, such as pitching, hitting, baserunning, Thompson 7th girls at Dark tourn., Park View, TBA binations.” watching San Jacinto in ac- fi elding, bunting and more. Beverly Hills 8th girls at Dark tourn., Thompson, TBA Saenz certainly will use tion. Players may register prior to the start of the camp Thompson 8th girls host Dark tourn., Thompson, TBA the opening weekend to see Like other Coyote fans, for $25 per player, which will include a camp T- what many of the 18 current Saenz wants to see what the shirt. Registration on the day of the event is $30. For Friday, Jan. 28 players are capable of do- present and future of her ing. program holds. more information or to obtain a camp entry form, Brook varsity boys host Clear Creek, 7:00 direct e-mail to Dobie head coach Robin Rackley at Dobie varsity boys at Deer Park, 7:30 [email protected]. Brook varsity girls at Clear Creek, 7:00 Dobie varsity girls host Deer Park, 7:30 Brook JV boys host Clear Creek,, 5:30 Dolphins info session Jan. 22 Brook JV girls at Clear Creek, 5:30 The Southbelt Dolphins of the Bay Area Football Dobie JV girls host Deer Park, 6:00 League will host a Saturday, Jan. 29, barbecue sand- Dobie JV boys at Deer Park, 6:00 wich fundraiser at Discount Tire, located at 10250 Dobie sophomore boys host Deer Park, 4:30 Almeda Genoa Road. Brook sophomore boys host Clear Creek,, 5:30 The event will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The com- Brook freshman A boys host Clear Creek,, 4:00 bination plates are $6 and will consist of a sandwich, Dobie freshman A girls host Deer Park, 4:30 chips and a drink. Brook freshman A girls at Clear Creek, 4:00 Dobie freshman A boys host Deer Park, 6:00 Dobie baseball mandatory meeting Brook freshman B boys host Clear Creek,, 4:00 The Dobie Diamond Club, the Longhorns’ base- Dobie freshman B girls host Deer Park, 6:00 ball booster organization, will host a mandatory par- Dobie freshman B boys host Deer Park, 4:30 ent meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in Beverly Hills 7th boys at Dark tourn., S. Houston, TBA the athletics media room. Thompson 7th boys at Dark tourn., S. Houston, TBA Beverly Hills 8th boys at Dark tourn., San Jacinto, TBA For more information, call club president Gloria Thompson 8th boys at Dark tourn., San Jacinto, TBA Sanchez at 713-303-9157 or Lisa Manriquez at 713- Beverly Hills 7th girls at Dark tourn., Park View, TBA 516-7539. Thompson 7th girls at Dark tourn., Park View, TBA Beverly Hills 8th girls at Dark tourn., Thompson, TBA Youth soccer online registering Thompson 8th girls host Dark tourn., Thompson, TBA San Jacinto College’s all-freshman pitching corps will include Shannon Millman (left), formerly of Pasadena Memorial High School, and Alexis Estrada. Three oth- The South Belt Youth Soccer Club is now accept- ing online registration only for the upcoming spring Saturday, Jan. 29 er pitchers are likely to see plenty of time early in the season as head coach Kelly Saenz waits to see who will emerge as the leaders. season. Youth ages 4 to 18 are eligible to compete Beverly Hills 8th boys at Dark tourn., Phillips, TBA in the league. For more details or to register online, Thompson 8th boys at Dark tourn., Phillips, TBA visit www.southbeltsoccer.org. Beverly Hills 7th boys at Dark tourn., San Jacinto, TBA BHI girls’ basketball wins four Thompson 7th boys at Dark tourn., San Jacinto, TBA SBHLL late sign-up, tryouts Beverly Hills 7th girls at Dark tourn., Park View, TBA The Beverly Hills In- with 12 points, hitting four and spotting up to score Thompson 7th girls at Dark tourn., Park View, TBA termediate girls’ basket- 3-pointers, and Mikeala easy baskets in the paint. The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League has Beverly Hills 8th girls at Dark tourn., Thompson, TBA ball program continued a Gary and Mariah Escobar Beverly Hills’ leading one fi nal late registration and tryout date available, Thompson 8th girls host Dark tourn., Thompson, TBA strong season by topping following with eight points scorer for the game was Saturday, Jan. 29. The session will run from 9 a.m. to the Southmore Bulldogs in each. Clarissa Moreno with 16 4 p.m. at the league facility at El Franco Lee Park. Monday, Jan. 31 each of the four games be- Bears’ 8th Dark girls 42 points, hitting a season-high Those registering for the fi rst time are asked to Thompson 8th Dark boys at Miller, 5:00 tween the two teams Jan. Southmore 34 four 3-pointers. arrive as early as possible. Players ages 3 and 4 may Thompson 8th Light boys at Miller, 6:15 19. In the eighth-grade Dark The Lady Bears gor big register for $125 per player, and those ages 5 to 14 Thompson 7th Dark boys at Miller, 5:00 Bears’ 8th Light girls 35 game, Beverly Hills came scoring games from others, may register for $165. Forms of payment include Thompson 7th Light boys at Miller, 6:15 Southmore 24 away with a 42-34 victory including Kianna Zermeno cash, credit card or money order. No checks will be Thompson 8th Light girls host Miller, 5:00 The Lady Bears’ eighth- to improve to 6-1 this sea- with 12 points and Villar- Thompson 8th Dark girls host Miller, 6:15 accepted. For more details, visit the league Web site grade Light team won son. real with eight points. at www.eteamz.com/sbhll. Thompson 7th Light girls host Miller, 5:00 for the fi fth time in seven The Lady Bears were Bears’ 7th girls Light 32 Thompson 7th Dark girls host Miller, 6:15 games, getting past South- ready from the start, with Southmore 16 Sophomore catcher Megan Matejka is one of the top Beverly Hills 8th Light girls host Park View, 5:00 more 35-24. great defense contributing The Lady Bears’ seventh- SBHLL Jrs. to register Feb. 2 returnees for the San Jacinto College team, which is Beverly Hills 8th Dark girls host Park View, 6:15 The locals came out to a 17-8 fi rst-quarter lead. grade Light team won eas- looking to improve upon last season’s 31-28 fi nish. Players wishing to register in the Sagemont-Bev- Beverly Hills 7th Light girls host Park View, 5:00 quickly, scoring 14 points Bella Villarreal was able ily over Southmore, 32-16, erly Hills Little League’s junior division for those Beverly Hills 7th Dark girls host Park View, 6:15 in the fi rst quarter to take to draw key fouls, going to stay undefeated. ages 15 and 16 may do so Wednesday, Feb. 2, from an 8-point lead and getting to the free throw line and In the fi rst half, Kait- Rising Stars track sign up 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the league’s facility at El Franco Tuesday, Feb. 1 Southmore in quick foul keeping the Bulldogs in foul lyn Cadena played great Lee Park. For more details, visit www.eteamz.com/ Brook varsity boys host Clear Springs, 7:00 trouble. trouble the entire game. defense in the back court, The Rising Stars youth 2 p.m. Practices will also be sbhll. Dobie varsity boys at Pasadena, 7:30 At the half, the Lady At the half, the score was helping the Bears with eight track and fi eld club is now held in conjunction with the Brook varsity girls at Clear Springs, 7:00 Bears were still in front 26-17 in favor of the Lady points and three steals. accepting registration each registration sessions. Dobie varsity girls host Pasadena, 7:30 at 21-17. Erica Romero Bears as the team was well The Bulldogs couldn’t Saturday through the end of Other preseason practice KoC free throw shooting contest Brook JV boys host Clear Springs, 5:30 and Morgan Chavis played on its way to a win. get anything going under February. sessions will include each The Knights of Columbus will host its annual free Brook JV girls at Clear Springs, 5:30 great defense to shut down Alyxus Workman did the basket with the great Saturday, Jan. 29, is the Friday from 4:30 p.m. until throw shooting contest Saturday, Jan. 29, from 10 Dobie JV girls host Pasadena, 6:00 the Lady Bulldogs. an outstanding job forcing defense of Beverly Hills’ fi rst available registration dark and each Sunday from a.m. to noon in the St. Luke’s Church parking lot. Dobie JV boys at Pasadena, 6:00 Beverly Hills contin- Southmore to turn the ball Kristy Christmas, who had date for the team, with all of 3 to 5 p.m. Boys and girls ages 10 to 14 are eligible to compete, Dobie sophomore boys at Pasadena, 4:30 ued to outscore the Lady over, giving it back to the nine points, fi ve rebounds, the sessions taking place at For more information and the winners will have the chance to advance to Brook sophomore boys host Clear Springs, 5:30 Bulldogs and made needed Lady Bears for good scor- and two blocks. Dobie High School. about the Rising Stars’ pro- other competitions. Complimentary hot dogs will Brook freshman A boys host Clear Springs, 4:00 free throws in the third and ing chances. Marina Allen also did Other dates will include gram, contact head coach be served to the contestants. For more imformation, Dobie freshman A girls host Pasadena, 4:30 fourth quarters to win the The Lady Bears played a great job with 10 points, Feb. 5, Feb. 12, Feb. 19 and Ivory Kimble at 832-561- call Chris Sorenson at 832-512-8371. Brook freshman A girls at Clear Springs, 4:00 game. well in the third quarter, tak- four rebounds, three blocks Feb. 26, each from noon to 1248. Dobie freshman A boys at Pasadena, 6:00 Leading scorers for the ing advantage of the holes and eight steals. Brook freshman B boys host Clear Springs, 4:00 game were Malyn Nunez in the Southmore defense In the third quarter, the Dobie freshman B girls host Pasadena, 6:00 Bears pulled away from the PISD Intermediate Basketball PISD Intermediate Basketball Dobie freshman B boys at Pasadena, 4:30 Bulldogs, winning the quar- Beverly Hills 8th Dark boys at Park View, 5:00 Lakers 7-8 basketball ter 13-2. Girls’ Standings Boys’ Standings Beverly Hills 8th Light boys at Park View, 6:15 Justice Henderson added Beverly Hills 7th Dark boys at Park View, 5:00 captures two wins four points and 10 steals 7 Light W L 7 Dark W L 7 Light W L 7 Dark W L Beverly Hills 7th Light boys at Park View, 6:15 for the Bears, and Gabrielle Beverly Hills 7 0 Beverly Hills 6 1 Beverly Hills 7 0 Thompson 7 0 The South Belt Lakers, a Stacy LaGrone and Jayden Jones played well under the Bondy 6 1 Bondy 6 1 Thompson 7 0 Beverly Hills 6 1 Friday, Feb. 4 7-8-year-old youth basket- Forges. basket. Queens 5 2 San Jacinto 5 2 Park View 5 2 Queens 6 1 Brook varsity boys at Brazoswood, 7:00 ball team in the Pasadena Lakers 33 Bears’ 7th girls Dark 33 Southmore 5 2 Queens 5 2 Queens 5 2 Southmore 5 2 Dobie varsity boys host Memorial, 7:30 Recreation Department Rockets 10 Southmore 15 San Jacinto 4 3 Park View 4 3 Southmore 4 3 Jackson 3 4 Brook varsity girls host Brazoswood, 7:00 league, are now 2-1 this In the second game of In seventh-grade Dark Thompson 3 4 Miller 3 4 San Jacinto 3 4 Bondy 3 4 season after netting two the day, the Lakers went up play, the Bears came out Dobie varsity girls at Memorial, 7:30 Miller 2 5 Southmore 2 5 Miller 2 5 San Jacinto 2 5 wins Jan. 22. against the Pasadena Rock- strong against the Bulldogs, Brook JV boys at Brazoswood, 5:30 Lakers 25 ets and cruised to a 33-10 taking a 13-2 lead after one Park View 2 5 Thompson 2 5 S. Houston 1 6 Miller 1 6 Brook JV girls host Brazoswood, 5:30 Mavericks 13 win. quarter of action. South Houston 1 6 Jackson 1 6 Bondy 1 6 S. Houston 1 6 Dobie JV girls at Memorial, 6:00 The Lakers opened the The Lakers pressured Georgette Wandji was Jackson 0 7 S. Houston 1 6 Jackson 0 7 Park View 1 6 Dobie JV boys host Memorial, 6:00 season against the Pasadena the Rockets early and built unstoppable under the bas- Dobie sophomore boys host Memorial, 4:30 Mavericks and came out an 8-2 lead at the end of the ket, giving the Bears 11 Game Scores 7 Light Game Scores 7 Light Brook sophomore boys at Brazoswood, 5:30 with a 25-13 win. fi rst period. points, seven rebounds and Brook freshman A boys at Brazoswood, 4:00 The locals led 7-2 after They continued to pres- two steals. Beverly Hills 32, Southmore 16 Park View 51, San Jacinto 30 Dobie freshman A girls at Memorial, 4:30 one quarter and 9-4 at half- sure the Rockets and built Fernanda Gonzalez Thompson 23, South Houston 9 Queens 44, Miller 23 Brook freshman A girls host Brazoswood, 4:00 time. their halftime lead to 18-6. chipped in with six points Queens 33, Miller 26 Beverly Hills 44, Southmore 25 Dobie freshman A boys host Memorial, 6:00 They continued to grow By the end of the third and three steals, playing San Jacinto 22, Park View 20 Bondy 50, Jackson 6 Brook freshman B boys at Brazoswood, 4:00 their lead to 15-6 by the end period, the Lakers’ lead well in the back court. Dobie freshman B girls at Memorial, 6:00 of the third period, and then grew to 27-6 before they Melany Menjivar added Bondy 39, Jackson 8 Thompson 44, South Houston 37 Dobie freshman B boys host Memorial, 4:30 closed out the win in the coasted to their fi nal margin fi ve points and four re- fourth quarter. of victory. bounds for the Bears. The SOCCER Scoring for the Lakers The scoring was led by Bears outscored the Bull- Game Scores 7 Dark Game Scores 7 Dark Thursday, Jan. 27 were Christian Cleckley Cleckley, Ernest and Scott dogs 19-3 in the fi rst half. Beverly Hills 33, Southmore 15 San Jacinto 19, Park View 13 Dobie varsity boys at R.R. tourn vs. Stony Point, 8 a.m. and Robert Ernest with six with eight points apiece. In the second half of the Thompson 20, South Houston 19 Queens 41, Miller 20 Dobie varsity boys at R.R. tourn. vs. Plugerville C., 4:00 points apiece, Marquice McDaniel had four points, game, Giselle Landa played Dobie varsity girls at Georgetown tourn. vs. Arling. Lamar, 8 a.m. Scott with fi ve, De’Mauri while Jones and Forges had well all around with three- Miller 21, Queens 9 Beverly Hills 41, Southmore 20 Dobie JV boys at Atascocita tourn. vs. Summer Creek, 7:00 McDaniel with four and two points apiece. Sanchez points and seven steals. San Jacinto 23, Park View 19 Bondy 27, Jackson 25 Kobe Ruiz and Dwayne had a point. Brittany Rodriguez Bondy 40, Jackson 4 Thompson 39, South Houston 25 Friday, Jan. 28 Jones with two points each. The top rebounders were helped out with two points, Dobie varsity boys at R.R. tourn. vs. Harker Heights, 10 a.m. Leading the rebounding Ruiz, Cleckley, Sanchez seven rebounds and three Dobie varsity girls at Georgetown tourn. vs. Waco, noon for the Lakers was Cleck- and Scott. Defensively, the steals. Brook varsity boys host South Houston, 7:00 ley, Scott, Ruiz, McDaniel Lakers were led by Taylor, Jaylan Jackson added 8 Light W L 8 Dark W L 8 Light W L 8 Dark W L Dobie JV boys at Atascocita tourn., vs. Galena Park, 11 a.m. and Marco Sanchez. Lopez and LaGrone. two points and six rebounds, Thompson 7 0 Bondy 7 0 Thompson 7 0 Thompson 7 0 Dobie JV boys at Atascocita tourn., vs. Montgomery, 3 p.m. The Lakers’ top defend- With the two big victo- and Alexis Jimenez played Bondy 6 1 Beverly Hills 6 1 Park View 6 1 Miller 5 2 Brook JV boys host South Houston, 5:00 ers were Jones, Ernest, Tay- ries, the Lakers are now 2-1 good defense and added Miller 5 2 Miller 5 2 Beverly Hills 5 2 Beverly Hills 5 2 vion Taylor, Draven Lopez, this season. four points. Beverly Hills 5 2 Southmore 4 3 San Jacinto 4 3 S. Houston 4 3 Saturday, Jan. 29 Queens 4 3 Queens 4 3 South Houston 4 3 Queens 4 3 Dobie varsity girls at Georgetown tourn. vs. Plugerville, 8 a.m. Park View 3 4 Park View 4 3 Bondy 4 3 San Jacinto 4 3 Lions’ boys hoops sweeps SH Southmore 2 5 Thompson 3 4 Jackson 2 5 Bondy 4 3 Tuesday, Feb. 1 Thompson Interme- South Houston actually place, the Lions seventh- San Jacinto 2 5 San Jacinto 2 5 Miller 2 5 Park View 1 6 Brook varsity girls at Alvin, 7:00 diate’s boys’ basketball led at halftime after a slow grade boys Light team over- Jackson 1 6 Jackson 1 6 Southmore 1 6 Southmore 1 6 Brook varsity boys host Alvin, 7:00 program stayed on a roll, start from the Lions. came a sluggish start to drop South Houston 0 7 S. Houston 0 7 Queens 0 7 Jackson 0 7 Brook JV boys host Alvin, 5:00 getting four wins over the But with a better defen- South Houston 44-37. Brook JV girls at Alvin, 5:00 South Houston Indians Jan. sive effort and improved The win allowed the Li- Game Scores 8 Light Game Scores 8 Light 19. shot selection on the offen- ons to stay in a fi rst-place Wednesday, Feb. 2 Thompson’s eighth- sive end, the Lions rallied tie with Beverly Hills at Beverly Hills 35, Southmore 24 Thompson 56, South Houston 38 Dobie varsity girls host La Porte, Newcomb, 7:00 grade Light team remained in the second half to stay in 7-0. Thompson 57, South Houston 6 Park View 34, San Jacinto 27 Dobie JV girls host La Porte, Newcomb, 5:00 undefeated at 7-0 with a fi rst place. Jason Lester and Ty- Queens 31, Miller 28 Miller 52, Queens 48 In the end, Ty Williams 56-38 triumph over the In- ler Giron scored 13 points Park View 26, San Jacinto 13 Beverly Hills 50, Southmore 42 Friday, Feb. 4 dians. had 15 points to lead the apiece to lead the team. Brook varsity girls host Clear Creek, 7:00 The Lions’ eighth-grade way, and Chazz Williams Each Lions’ player con- Bondy 21, Jackson 11 Bondy 53, Jackson 47 Dobie varsity boys at Huntsville, 7:00 boys’ Dark team moved added 11. tributed to the victory with Brook JV girls host Clear Creek, 5:00 to 7-0 by downing South Travores Gilbert, Craig tough defense coming from Dobie JV Orange boys at Huntsville, 5:00 Houston 39-27. Wilks, Jose Leal, A.J. Ow- Jaylon Bolden, Kaelon Game Scores 8 Dark Game Scores 8 Dark Lions 7th boys Dark 39 ens, Oliver Francisco and Woods, Malik Peters, and Beverly Hills 42, Southmore 34 Thompson 39, South Houston 27 TENNIS South Houston 25 Jesse Paredes also contrib- Javon Johnson. Thompson 33, South Houston 8 San Jacinto 29, Park View 8 Friday, Jan. 28 A strong fourth quarter uted in the victory for the Strong rebounding by Dobie varsity at Humble ISD tourn., TBA lifted Thompson’s seventh- winners. Tyson Thompson, Ken- Miller 31, Queens 19 Queens 50, Miller 44 grade boys’ Dark team to a Lions 7th boys Light 44 neth Gibson, Sam Hart and Park View 30, San Jacinto 17 Beverly Hills 40, Southmore 25 Saturday, Jan. 29 win over South Houston as South Houston 37 Chandler Tisby also helped Bondy 38, Jackson 7 Bondy 47, Jackson 27 Dobie varsity at Humble ISD tourn., TBA the team stayed unbeaten. Bidding to stay in fi rst lift the Lions to the win. Thursday, January 27, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 One more tournament to go for some, local high school teams making headway
Continued from Page 1B ball lead. For the fi rst time goals in the second half, and dra said. games. Not long from now, it this year, we did not score Armenta fi nished off the Brook boys get win On Jan. 21 on an ex- will be time for the district fi rst.” scoring for Dobie’s sixth First-year head coach tremely cold night, the soccer races to begin at the Saavedra was pleased win of the season. Chris Stromeyer can relax a Wolverines defeated Jersey high school level. with the way his team came “We did not earn enough little bit. Village 3-0 as Landon Sikes Dobie’s varsity boys’ and out in the second 40 min- points to make the fi nal for After losing 1-0 in the scored all three goals for a girls’ teams will have a bit utes and made some adjust- the second year in a row but season opener to a defen- hat trick. extra time on their hands ments against a more physi- I am pleased with the team’s sive-minded Deer Park Clear Brook was clearly with just six teams involved cal Tomball team. play and progress up to this team, the Wolverines have the better team, and in the in the mix, but time is run- Dobie did not score but point in the season,” Saave- now won two straight game Sikes was simply the ning short for teams across was still able to salvage a best player. the state as preparations for time against a solid team. Daniel Laymon and the playoff races near. “In the second half, we Drew Pilola came through So far, the varsity boys’ adjusted and made them with goals as the Wolverines and girls’ teams from Dobie play more of a defensive made it two straight vic- and Clear Brook are still front,” Saavedra said. tories, downing C.E. King trying to gain a strong foot- “We were able to con- Jan. 25 at Clear Brook. hold on the season. trol the ball and had a few Dobie girls improve The Dobie girls and Clear chances but could not get Slowly but surely, the Brook boys are getting the ball to hit the back of the Dobie varsity girls’ team is more and more comfortable net.” rounding into form under with the systems tweaked Dobie went against Cy- the guidance of fi rst-year by fi rst-year coaches. press Ridge Jan. 21 and was coach Kristina Butler. Meanwhile, the Clear able to win the game 1-0 on After the loss of as many Brook girls are getting some a goal by Leo Gallegos. Ar- as 10 seniors from the 2010 of their players healthy reguin pocketed the assist. team, the Lady Longhorns while trying to navigate a Playing against a team are also working several tough stretch in the sched- that won a bracket at last fi rst-time players into the ule. year’s PISD Cup, the Long- mix, but so far, so good. As for the Dobie boys, the horns were able to defeat a Dobie played more con- team had a bit of a tougher solid soccer team. sistently at the Port Neches- go of it at the Pasadena ISD “In the second half with Groves tournament. tournament, but the Long- about 12 minutes left, we “In pool play, we fi n- horns are still playing good had a set pieces play, and ished as the second seed,” Leo Gallegos of Dobie (6) tries to move the ball for- ball. Both teams scored a fi rst-half goal but played to a soccer. Omar hit Leo for a header Butler said. “We defeated ward against a Tomball defender as teammate Douglas 1-1 tie. Omar Arreguin scored Dobie’s goal on an assist Dobie boys win twice that hit the back of the net Little Cypress-Mauriceville Leighton (17) watches from behind the play. At right, by Jose Gonzalez. Dobie is now 6-0-1 this season. Coming off the tourna- and just out of the reach of and Port Arthur Memorial.” teammate Pedro Mares ducks to avoid contact with the ment championship at the the Cy-Ridge goalkeeper,” After a loss to Bastrop, Pearland event, Dobie’s Saavedra said. the Lady Longhorns ad- varsity boys team was try- In the tournament fi nale vanced as a No. 2 seed in ing to keep its momentum for Dobie, the Longhorns bracket play. going at the Pasadena ISD crushed an overmatched La “We ended up in the sec- tournament. Porte team 8-0. Through ond seed bracket and fi n- In the tournament open- seven games, the Longhorns ished second in our brack- er, Dobie had to play a 10 are now 6-0-1. et,” Butler said. a.m. contest against Tom- Against La Porte, Ar- “We defeated Port ball, ranked fi fth in Region reguin had two goals and Neches-Groves 2-1. Our II by the Texas Association Carlos Ibarra, Gonzalez, goal scorers were Brittany of Soccer Coaches. Jonathan Palma and Jose Hernandez and Tanya Palo- Dobie surrendered the Armenta also scored goals. mares, with an assist from fi rst goal of the game early Raul Bustos delivered a Gabby Silva. We were de- against the Cougars but pair of assists, and single feated in the bracket fi nal by then rebounded with a goal assists were registered by Dickinson 3-0.” by Omar Arreguin on an as- Alejandro Melesio and With the team set to sist by Jose Gonzalez. Gonzalez. play one more tournament In the second half, nei- “We took care of a at Georgetown, the Lady ther team could fi nd the net weaker opponent and led Longhorns are making a as the game ended in a 1-1 5-0 at halftime,” Saavedra move forward. Butler is tie. explained. “Nice goals were anxious to see how her team “In the fi rst half, we had scored from Arreguin and performs in a tournament some diffi culties with their Gonzalez. fi eld that should be just as speed and height through “We also had great play tough as the previous two. the middle of the fi eld,” Do- from Bustos, a sophomore, “We are headed to bie head coach Jesse Saave- who got us started in the Kendall Sifuentes and her Dobie Lady Longhorns Georgetown and will be re- dra said. scoring by making two great played well at the Port Neches-Groves tournament, ally challenged as a team,” “Our defense broke and crosses that resulted in a 2-0 fi nishing second in their pool after a pair of wins. After Butler predicted. allowed a goal right down lead late in the fi rst half. a loss to Dickinson in the bracket round, the locals fi n- “Team captain Monika the middle for a 1-0 Tom- Ibarra scored a pair of ished 2-2 at the event. GaryWPhotos.com Rivera was injured and was unable to play in the PNG tournament. We are happy to welcome her back to help us out defensively in Georgetown. “As long as we are im- proving with every game, I have no doubt that we will get to where we need to be by the time district arrives. “We will see if we Dobie’s Carlos Ibarra (14) wins control of the ball other games but did not qualify for the trophy round. learned from our mistakes against Tomball’s Will Collins during the Pasadena Tomball, meanwhile, went on to win the tournament against Dickinson as we ISD tournament. The two teams fi nished in a 1-1 tie in championship, going 3-0-1 overall at the tournament. head to Georgetown.” head-to-head competition. From there, Dobie won two
Clear Brook players Randall Williams (25) and Jordan Neill give this run, and the locals were able to win their fi rst game of the season. Dobie’s Jose Gonzalez (7) battles a Tomball defender nament. The two teams scored a goal apiece in the fi rst chase against Jersey Village forward Geoffrey Calvert (20) during Clear Brook’s Landon Sikes scored a hat trick with three goals for the for control of the ball during the fi rst half of play be- half and eventually wound up in a 1-1 tie. Tomball went the Wolverines’ 3-0 victory over the Falcons Jan. 21 at Clear Brook winners. The Wolverines will next play at C.E. King Jan. 25. tween the two teams Jan. 20 at the Pasadena ISD tour- on to win the tournament. High School. The Brook duo was successful in slowing Calvert on Photos by John Bechtle CALENDAR THURSDAY, JAN. 27 ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in MONDAY, JAN. 31 from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 7 a.m. Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program 7 a.m. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic tion, or just drop in. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 11:30 a.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Local NARFE Meeting – The National Association of Retired 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 6:30 p.m. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Federal Employees, Chapter 1321, meets the first Tuesday of each tion, or just drop in. Bay Area Genealogical Society – Meets the last Friday of each tion, or just drop in. Noon month at University Baptist Church, 16106 Middlebrook Drive month in the Clear Lake Community Center, 5001 NASA Parkway. 9 a.m. A meal will be available for $6. For more information, call Bob Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise from in Clear Lake. Coffee and socializing is at 6:30 and the meeting Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech noon to 1 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. begins at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www.TxBayAreaGen. Mitchell at 281-333-2881. therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 1 p.m. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a org. 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for Trailmixers – Meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Luby’s complete list of services offered. 8 p.m. THINK a complete list of services offered. Cafeteria on Fuqua. Former and current employees of J. Frank Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Pasadena Little Theatre – Opening night for Pasadena Little 6 p.m. First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Dobie High School are welcome for lunch and conversation. MONEY Theatre’s The Curious Savage by John Patrick at 8 p.m. at 4318 Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- Allen-Genoa Road. The show runs through Feb. 13. Fridays and from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are 6:30 p.m. mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. THINK Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. One special priced invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main. For informa- St. Luke’s Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, Thursday show will be at 8 p.m. on Feb. 10. Misty Banks Thompson 6:30 p.m. 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. tion, call 713-472-0565. THE is the director. Reservations can be made online at pasadenalittle New Directions Singles Club – The New Directions Singles Club 1:30 p.m. and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tutoring is held in Room 2 of has moved its time and location from St. Paul’s Catholic Church, CLASSIFIEDS the Education Building. Contact Joe Pavlicek at 281-484-1397 or theatre.org or by calling 713-941-1758. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech Nassau Bay, to Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 West NASA by e-mail at [email protected]. SATURDAY, JAN. 29 therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and buy... Parkway in Webster. Meetings are held every Monday evening Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. 7 p.m. 6 p.m. beginning at 6:30 p.m. This organization was created as a social hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. Pasadena Gulf Coast Art Society – Monthly meetings held the Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster you’ll save support outlet for 50+ widowed, divorced and never married indi- 6:30 p.m. last Thursday of each month in the Community Room at Pasadena Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Refreshments provided. For more information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554- viduals. In addition to the regular meeting, a potluck dinner is held TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – Due to Sagemont Recreation money! Town Square Mall. on the first and third Mondays. 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For information, call Betty 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 8 p.m. Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tutoring is held in Room 2 of 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Call Today the Education Building. Contact Joe Pavlicek at 281-484-1397 or tion, or just drop in. held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from TUESDAY, FEB. 1 Noon 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta 7 a.m. by e-mail at [email protected]. 281-481-5656 Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 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In what proved to be the fi rst round of play, and ball goes. You have to play tested and ready to give it from Dominique Simon and for us was the big key,” Do- possible district champion- the team’s current players we’ll bow up and give ev- a very big night in high Springs handled the Wol- all 32 minutes of every their best,” Pillow said. Edward Peabody. bie head coach Kevin Cross ship shot. One game at a played big roles as the team erything we’ve got against school varsity basketball, verines rather easily. game.” “No matter what the out- But the turning point in said. “We had 13 missed time.” won the 22-5A crown and Deer Park the whole game the boys’ and girls’ teams at A win over either team Because no other teams come is, we know, as do the the game may have come free throws. That can’t hap- SoHo tops Dobie girls advanced to the area playoff and hopefully come out on Clear Brook took a big step will be huge for Brook in its in the district have thus far other teams in the district, just before halftime. Pea- pen. One of the suprises early round. This season, despite top or, two, we’ll roll over forward Jan. 25. pursuit of a playoff spot. been able to dent the re- that one good team will be body was fouled and was “Both teams played ex- on in the District 22-5A nearly nightly double-digit and call it a season. However, the boys’ and Clear Creek and Clear cords of Creek or Springs left out of the playoffs this due a 1-and-1 free throw tremely hard, and that was girls’ race was the 0-4 start scoring from Gaston, the “If we don’t learn to have girls’ teams from Dobie did Springs have jumped out (Creek defeated Springs year. We just hope it is not opportunity. what was expected. Both of South Houston. Well, Lady Longhorns have not that sense of urgency, we’ll not, slipping a game off the ahead of the other six teams 64-44 in the fi rst round), the us.” After the play, a tech- teams created a lot of turn- perhaps the Lady Trojans been able to fi nd their com- be back in this same spot pace of the leaders in 22- in the district and will have Wolverines know they can Dobie boys fall nical foul was whistled overs, and that is what was are back on course after a fort zone. again.” 5A. to completely fall apart to make a bis statement begin- In a battle of 22-5A un- on South Houston. But expected. Missing 13 free 57-50 victory over Dobie. With four games remain- Brown understands the Brook boys on a streak miss the playoffs. ning Jan. 28 at home against beatens, the South Houston Peabody missed his free throws is not expected.” South Houston has now ing and the 22-5A crown tough words he has spoken, Once buried in a bit of That leaves Brazoswood the Creek Wildcats. Trojans took sole posses- throw, and Simon missed a Cross also acknowledged won two straight, but Dobie essentially in the balance, but his team was clearly ex- a hole at 2-4 in the 24-5A (5-3) battling Brook and “Our kids are ready for sion of the varsity boys’ pair. A minute or so later, the Longhorns’ slow starts is now 3-2 despite a 20-point Dobie must step up now. pected to be in a better posi- standings, the Clear Brook Lake (both 4-4) for the re- the next six games,” Pillow race with a 67-59 victory the Trojans were whistled to open the game and to be- defeat of Sam Rayburn Jan. “One of two things tion at this point. The great varsity boys’ team has now maining two playoff spots. said. “We got the bad taste over Dobie Jan. 25. for another technical, but gin the second half played a 21. will happen against Deer thing is, there’s time to re- given itself a chance to Pearland, 3-5, also has dim- of the fi rst round out of our First-year head coach the Longhorns missed out big part in the outcome. Deer Park, now at 6-0, is Park,” Brown said. “One, cover. make the playoffs. ing hopes. mouths (three wins in seven Patrick McCoy, who for the again. “We started fl at in the in danger of running away It won’t be easy as the As head coach Jason Pil- tries). With three wins in a past several seasons was In short, the Longhorns fi rst three minutes of the with the 22-5A race. In fact, Wolverines have to play low states, the Wolverines row, we do not want to take Pillow’s varsity assistant at missed fi ve of seven free fi rst and third quarters,” if Dobie does not knock off each of the three teams in are back in the mix, and a a step back now. We cannot Clear Brook, has the Trojans throws at the end of the Cross said. the Deer Jan. 28 at home, Upcoming hoops games front of them as well as win is a win at this point no afford a mental breakdown believing in his system and half and misfi red on 13 free “We got behind but made the Lady Longhorns will al- Clear Lake, but the Wol- matter the opponent. at this point. believing in themselves. throws for the entire game. runs to get back in the game. most assuredly be dethroned verines (5-4), are poised to “There is a three-team Last season the Wol- The Dobie-South Hous- The game was still in It was a very entertaining as 22-5A champions. Friday, Jan. 28 make a move. race for the remaining two verines made a late-season ton matchup featured simi- the balance late in the third game.” Needless to say, Dobie Brook boys host Clear Creek, 7 p.m. On Jan. 21, the Wolver- spots, and Creek and Springs push and actually went from lar players on both sides quarter before the Trojans Despite the defeat, the head coach Shane Brown ines pounded Dickinson in have done what they needed a possible playoff miss all with similar abilities. And, hit a trio of 3-pointers, Longhorns are still sitting is still seeking consistency Dobie boys at Deer Park, 7:30 p.m. a game they should have to do to put themselves in a the way to second place in both teams employ similar pushing the lead to 46-36 in seocnd place alone at 4-1. from his team. Brook girls at Clear Creek, 7 p.m. won. Ditto for the team’s good position,” Pillow said. a short span. styles of play on the court. after three quarters. Up next is a Jan. 28 road “We fl at got whipped,” most recent game against Citing Clear Creek’s Clear Lake, meanwhile, On this night, the Trojans Dobie trimmed the lead game at Deer Park to close Brown said of the loss to Dobie girls host Deer Park, 7:30 p.m. Alvin, a 67-46 victory in stunning win in the fi rst was left out of the playoffs simply executed better. to four points on a pair of out the fi rst half of 22-5A South Houston as Dobie which Chris Campbell led round, Pillow said, “We for the fi rst time in decades. The game featured sev- occasions, but each time, play. junior Shanequa Gaston led the way with 17 points. honestly feel as though we This year’s race, like last eral runs. South Houston South Houston’s Andres “We have Deer Park next, her team with 15 points. Tuesday, Feb. 1 Next up is back-to-back should have beaten Creek year’s, appears to be headed jumped out to a 15-7 lead Molina (20 points) and Cal- and we need to get a victory “It’s plain and simple; Brook boys host Clear Springs, 7 p.m. road games against fi rst- the fi rst go-round. We had down to the wire. only to see Dobie use a 12-2 vin Mitchell (14 points) had over there,” Cross said. they came out and played place Clear Creek (8-0) and the game in our hands, and “It will be a challenge for run to move ahead 19-17 on an answer. “Our focus now is on the harder than we did, were Dobie boys at Pasadena, 7:30 p.m. second-place Clear Springs they hit a lucky shot at the sure, but our kids are battle- the strength of 3-pointers “Missed opportunities Deer. Our goal is to be 4-1 mentally tougher than us, Brook girls at Clear Springs, 7 p.m. (7-1). buzzer to pull it away from after the fi rst round. That and wanted it more than Clear Creek beat the Wol- us. keeps us in the playoff hunt us.” Dobie girls host Pasadena, 7:30 p.m. verines at the fi nal buzzer in “But that is how basket- and still leaves us with a A season ago, several of District 22-5A Standings District 22-5A Standings Varsity Girls’ Basketball Varsity Boys’ Basketball (As of Jan. 26) (As of Jan. 26) Teams W L Teams W L Deer Park 6 0 South Houston 4 0 Dobie 4 2 Dobie 3 1 Sam Rayburn 3 3 Deer Park 2 2 Memorial 3 3 Memorial 2 2 South Houston 2 4 Sam Rayburn 1 3 Pasadena 0 6 Pasadena 0 4
District 24-5A Standings District 24-5A Standings Varsity Girls’ Basketball Varsity Boys’ Basketball (As of Jan. 26) (As of Jan. 26) Teams W L Teams W L Clear Springs 10 0 Clear Creek 8 0 Clear Lake 9 1 Clear Springs 7 1 Clear Creek 5 5 Brazoswood 5 3 Clear Brook 5 5 Clear Lake 4 4 Pearland 4 6 Clear Brook 4 4 Dickinson 4 6 Pearland 3 5 The Longhorns’ Darnell McCall (23) goes high in the air to cut off a passing lane as Alvin 2 8 Dickinson 1 7 South Houston’s Lacey Mose (left) looks to get the ball out ahead of Dobie’s trap- ping defense. South Houston won the game to take over fi rst place. Brazoswood 1 9 Alvin 0 8
Dobie guard Mauri Mark (11) and head coach Kevin Cross discuss an upcoming play during a timeout in Former South Belt resident Coleman on the right track at Central College the Longhorns’ 67-59 loss to South Houston Jan. 25 at Dobie. Photos by John Bechtle She may have exited from Following her sopho- do, but I decided I liked it academic year, the Central incentive to get where I other events. Her mother worked out just fi ne for her. the South Belt area athletics more year, Coleman made here.” College women’s track and want to go in life. I have the and brother have moved For now, there’s more scene, but it hasn’t stopped a decision that has changed Through the transition, fi eld team was given the motivation to graduate and to Baytown, but everyone work to be done in the Jan. 25 basketball results Felicia Coleman from mak- her life in more ways than Coleman maintained solid distinction of being named to get the most out of the keeps close tabs on one classroom and on the track. ing a name for herself in one. grades and built a strong a Division III All-Academic college experience.” another on Facebook, by e- “I know I can post faster Brook boys 67, Alvin 46 women’s track and fi eld at Having lived with her reputation at the high school program by the USA Track Meanwhile, Coleman’s mail or on the telephone. times,” Coleman said. “I got the college level. mother, Michelle Donato, level for her abilities on the and Field/Cross Country father resides about 45 min- Coleman was willing a chance to make a big con- Coleman is a 2009 and her brother, Ethan Gib- track. Association. utes away from campus and to make a couple of dras- tribution in my freshman South Houston boys 67, Dobie 59 graduate of Johnston High son, Coleman decided to In order to qualify, a par- is able to see his daughter tic changes in her life a year and did. Hopefully, School, a member of the build a relationship with her ticular athletic program has compete at home meets and few years back, but it’s all there’s more to come.” South Houston girls 57, Dobie 50 largest enrollment (Class father, Percy Coleman, who to hold a grade point aver- 4A) group in Iowa. was living in Iowa. age of 3.1 or better. Cole- Brook girls 59, Alvin 45 While there, she quali- She obviously had no man more than made her fi ed for the state track and clue what to expect but contribution at 3.4. fi eld meet in a variety of was willing to give things Coleman was also one of Jan. 21 basketball results sprint and relay events dur- a try. Fast forward to now, seven individuals from the ing both her junior and se- and Coleman is still very track and fi eld team to make Brook boys 79, Dickinson 59 nior seasons. pleased with her decision. the USATFA/USACCA all- But Coleman hasn’t for- “I wanted to have a Academic team. gotten her roots here in the chance to have a relation- On the track, Coleman Dobie girls 52, Sam Rayburn 32 South Belt area. She was a ship with my dad, and I was also excelled, setting per- member of two outstand- able to have that,” Coleman sonal bests of 7.40 seconds Dickinson girls 77, Brook 57 ing track and fi eld teams said. in the 55-meter dash, 7.91 at Thompson Intermediate “Moving to Iowa when at 60 meters, 12.29 at 100 Dobie boys 58, Sam Rayburn 41 and attended Dobie High you have been living in a Felicia Coleman meters and 24.85 in the 200 School through the 2006- big place like Houston isn’t meters. 2007 academic year. always the easiest thing to Though she was being Grabbing third in the considered for openings at 100-meter dash at the Iowa several other larger univer- Conference championships Brook’s Miller chooses Hill College baseball sities, Coleman eventually and eventually helping the decided to take another ven- women’s 4x400-meter relay ture in life and signed with team to nationals, Coleman Central College in Pella, earned Iowa Conference ac- Iowa. colades. A private, four-year lib- To cap her season, Cole- eral arts college with rough- man was named the Most ly 1,650 students attending Valuable Freshman on the classes, Central has proven Central College Dutch to be the perfect fi t for Cole- (mascot) team. man. “When I came here for a Class sizes average 20 visit, I fell in love with it,” students to one teacher, and Coleman said. “The facili- 95 percent of the college’s ties are top-notch and there students live on campus. are so many great people For Coleman, who majors in here. It’s a smaller college pharmacy, it’s been great. atmosphere, and I needed “I think when you are that. It’s been great so far.” looking to go to college At the collegiate level, somewhere, and you also many programs take part in hope to compete in athlet- both the indoor and outdoor ics, you are always dream- seasons. Central College is ing big,” Coleman said. no exception. “We talked about a lot Studying to obtain a of things, and my dad con- pharmacy degree and main- vinced me to give it a try. taining her edge on the track It’s been great. As a student, each and every day isn’t you are able to have better Clear Brook High School varsity baseball player right, (seated) Clear Brook varsity head coach Gene easy, but Coleman knows one-on-one student/teacher Keaton Miller (seated center) will continue his educa- Flores, Debbie Miller (mother), (back row) Joey her goals are within reach. relationships, and I think tion and playing career at Hill College in Hillsboro, Thomas (Clear Brook associate principal), Jamie “We do train year-round, that helps in the education Texas, after inking a letter on intent with the Reb- Presley (Westbrook Intermediate coach) and Don and it is tough,” Coleman As a freshman at Central College in Pella, Iowa, former South Belt area resident process.” els. Those with Miller at the signing included, left to Miller (father). said. “But I use my educa- Felicia Coleman made quite a name for herself on the track. Now in her sophomore During the 2009-2010 tion and track career as an season, Coleman is aiming to improve even more. Central College athletics