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CHARLOTTE CATHOLIC LADIES COMPLETE A GREAT SEASON In the final box score, the will attend Presbyterian. record will show that Charlotte Elizabeth Hubbell will also play Catholic’s Ladies Lacrosse college lacrosse at Savannah Col- Team came up one goal short lege of Art and Design in the state championship The South Charlotte Sports Re- match. The loss will sting for port salutes The Charlotte Catholic a few more weeks, but even- Ladies Lacrosse Team for four years tually the focus will turn to of success and a fantastic 2009 sea- the incredible season for the son. We feel we are only at the be- team. Behind the success was ginning of what will become a tidal a group of Lady Cougars that wave of success for ladies lacrosse played all four seasons; Taylor in South Charlotte. Hats are off to White, Caroline Pedlow, Lexi all that contribute their time and Jankum, Tarra Dahlke, Eliza- knowledge to build the sport. beth Hubbell and Elizabeth Immel. LADY COUGARS ROSTER This group of girls began Erin Ferris Erica Petrocelli playing for Catholic at the Jena Ready Lauren O’Neill same time the lacrosse pro- Julia Shearer Hannah McGarry gram started in 2006. They Lauren Evans Tarra Dahlke have seen the ups and downs Caroline Watkins Emma Campbell of building a successful pro- Lauren Lefeber Hayley Hinson Carley Flynn Monica Francis gram. Their leadership and Annie Gilmore Carly Green dedication to hard work have behind with 36 goals, followed by Tay- lowed with 111 career goals. Cait Baker Bridget Hogan been at the core of the team’s success. lor White and Emma Campbell with 34 Three of the Lady Cougars earned Melissa McCarthy Taylor White In addition to the core group of six, goals each. An interesting scoring sta- all-state honors: Catherine Ellis, Lauren Elizabeth Hubbell Elizabeth Immel many other players played large roles in tistic for the team comes in the career Lefeber and Taylor White. Taylor also Catherine Ellis Lexi Jankun the team’s success. goals column. Emma Campbell is the earned Academic All-American Honors. Katie Riddle Caroline Pedlow Megan Brady Danielle Ruffalo Catherine Ellis scored 38 goals for all-time leader with 113 goals; Taylor She will continue to play lacrosse in col- Lindsey Walters the season. Lauren Lefeber was right White had 112, and Lexi Jankum fol- lege at Davidson College and Lauren WWW.SOUTHCHARLOTTESPORTSCAMPS.COM June 15 - June 18 Basketball Camp June 29 - July 2 Baseball & Softball Camp #1 June 15 -June 18 Cheerleading July 6 - July 9 Baseball & Softball Camp #2 June 22 - June 25 Volleyball Camp July 6 - July 9 Girls Only Basketball Camp June 22 - June 25 Basketball Camp July 27 - July 30 Football Camp June 29 - July 2 Multi-Sport Camp CAMPS ARE FILLING FAST, ENROLL TODAY!
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Our paper has grown beyond the newsprint; we now operate about 15 sports camps a year, a wonderful When he is away from the baseball field, youth sports photography company, The Battle of the Border Showcase Games for baseball and softball Trevor enjoys reading, playing video games and The Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Dinner. None of these things would have been possible and going on cruises. without the support of our advertisers and readers.
From the very bottom of my heart, I want to thank every company that has ever used The South Charlotte Congratulations to Trevor Honeycutt for being named the Winning Sports Report as a marketing tool. Your support has allowed so many youngsters to see their names and Awards Young Athlete of the Week Award. photos in print. If you could only see the joy in a Childs eye when he opens The South Charlotte Sports Report and finds his name! To nominate an area athlete for The Winning Awards Young Athlete of the Week, please email [email protected]. The On behalf of my family; Grace, Hannah, Will and Tyler, we want to thank South Charlotte and Northern Young Athlete of the Week award is for students 6th grade and Union County for the amazing support of the last three years. below.
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At the end of the camp, World Championship of Obstacle Courses will be held for all campers! Each day will consist of fundamental instruction, team building exercises and the development This obstacle course is the favorite of nearly every camper! of cheerleading routines. On the final day of camp, parents will be invited to attend a special cheerleading performance by the campers! CAMP LOCATION: Velocity Sports Performance It’s important to note that this camp sold out last season, so make sure to reserve your spot 10345 Nations Ford Road Suite C early on! Charlotte, NC 28273 CAMP LOCATION: Elon Park Elementary School CAMP COST: $135 per camper CAMP COST: $135 per camper SIBLING DISCOUNT: $115 per camper for two SIBLING DISCOUNT: $100 per camper for three $120 per camper for two $105 per camper for three Page SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT Volume 4, Issue 1 CHARLOTTE HURRICANES 11U Line Up To Help ORANGE RISING TO THE TOP
The 2009 11U Charlotte Hurricanes Orange Travel Baseball TeamVolume are 4, Issueoff 1to a fast startSOUTH in CHARLOTTECure SPORTS Kids REPORT Cancer Page 2009 with a 17-3 record. The Canes have won three tournaments in a row competing in the TWO SABRES FIND LACROSSE SUCCESS NC Nations Baseball tourneys, including winning the 11U NC SpringFour yearsState ago, SouthChampionship. Meck- lacrosse journey. not even running a has inspired many of the other lenburg High School seniors “It has been ex- mile every day.” teammates. I am so proud of the The Canes have also played in the Super NIT in Greensboro, withCherilyn a 2-1 Hallyburton record and Nicoleincluding tremely a enjoyable The players’ two of them and I am confident win over the third ranked team in the US, the GBC AccelerationNixon and didn’t the know Elite a single Battle thing learning of the to play la- hard work com- they will succeed on the field as about the sport of lacrosse. Now, crosse,” said Cheri- bined with excel- well as through the other ven- South in Rockwood, TN comprised of twenty of the top teams fromas they aroundprepare for graduation the US. in lyn.The “Because Canes it was lent coaching put tures of life.” two weeks, both of these young not very popular in both young ladies The South Charlotte Sports finished 2-2 in this event. ladies are set to play lacrosse at North Carolina when in positions to play Report congratulates Cherilyn Lees-McRae College in Banner we started, it has been college lacrosse. and Nicole on their wonderful Elk, NC. It’s been quite a journey both challenging to They took a visit to accomplishments. We are very for the pair. play and promote Lees-McRae and proud of both young ladies for Four years ago, Nicole’s mom our sport. I have also fell in love with the realizing the importance of hav- Sherry put her foot down and re- enjoyed being on a team and college. ing an open mind to new . The fused to let Nicole play football. team. Playing a team Their college deci- South Charlotte Sports Report The decision led to a whole new sport adds a dynamic sion became very sends out a challenge to Cheri- journey for Nicole and her close that you cannot get in easy following the lyn and Nicole to follow the “Pay friend Cherilyn. some sports.” Sabres Lacrosse Captains (L-R) Kristen Reeder (sophomore), Nicole trip. it Forward” concept. Nicole and Nixon (senior), Cherilyn Hallyburton (senior) and Jackie Haenlein “I wanted to play football be- Ironically, this (junior) With Lees-Mc- Cherilyn can share the magic of cause a girl at my middle school was Cherilyn’s first the player I am today,” said Ni- Crae now set as the lacrosse with others in hopes that played and I thought it was really attempt at playing an organized cole. “Amy Steinmetz (my fresh- destination, South Mecklenburg it rewards someone else’s life as cool, but of course my mom said sport. Nicole had played soccer, man coach) taught me everything Lacrosse Coach Ellie Jennings well. no. Then one day at lunch these volleyball and basketball, so the she knew and helped me stick took a few moments to reflect on two senior girls randomly came idea of playing sports was noth- with playing lacrosse even when both players and their accom- Publishers Note: The up to me and my friends asking ing new. I didn’t get it at first. Ellie -Jen plishments. opportunities for female if we wanted to play lacrosse. We From the very first practice, nings and Maggie McKenna have “I feel so blessed to have such lacrosse players grow with each had never heard of it before. Well both players received great in- taught me so much with chang- amazing talented young ladies be day. We strongly encourage no one said anything, and I felt structions from coaches Amy ing up my position this year and a part of a team that has worked young ladies in South Charlotte bad so I signed up. I think it was Steinmetz, Ellie Jennings and even running as much as we did. so hard and accomplished so to take a look at this exciting the best decision I have made be- Maggie McKenna. I never thought I could run two many goals this season. Cherilyn sport. We believe this is a sport TM cause I have loved it ever since.” “I have to say my freshman miles, or 5 sprints and still be and Nicole have demonstrated where college scholarship op- Cherilyn jumped right in with coach and my coaches this year able to run at practice but after leadership on and off the field. portunities are about to enter Nicole and off they went on their have really helped me to become their coaching it just feels weird Their spirit and love of the game into a major growth period. ARDREY KELL WINS Clippers Developmental CONFERENCE SOFTBALL TITLE
The Ardrey Kell Lady Knights softball team captured gold in the Southwestern Baseball Program 4A Conference Tournament Championship. Behind the play of Kalie Lang and Jen Rosene, the Knights brought home the gold last week. Kalie, The Greater Tryouts for our new fall teams in June. Ages 10U, Charlotte Hot Stove League Player of the Year and Tournament MVP, led the way Make yowithur an incredible end-of-season pitching performance, allowing gift four hits a and donationstriking out 10 of in your 11U and 12U (2010 season). Call Al at 704 423-0030 the Butler hitters. to schedule a tryout time or for more information.coach’ s Thename championship to team Coaches was directed by first yearCur head coaching Bob Bove.Kids’ Cancer Congratulations to the Lady Knights! Teams will play in local Nations Baseball and USSSAand help support kids’ cancer research Players are Ben Buben, Chandler Castleberry, Drew Donathan, Zachtournaments Farmer, Josh starting Hoglund, in the September; Jake practice starts Holtzapple, Brooks King, McCann Mellett, Jack Owens, Aaron Pilkingtonin August. and ProfessionalTyler Potts. coaches, professional team & The Canes are coached by John Owens, Tracy King, Tom Donathan andprogram Brandon management. Potts. If you are looking wwwfor a better.cur ingkidscancer.org travel ball experience, call. Photo by Angela Donathan. 866-933-CURE Sponsored by
LADY KNIGHTS ROSTER Mary Dougherty Danielle Lograsso Taylor Freeman Kylie Russo Ashley Petrillo Laura Pressman Alexa Grauer Sarah Campbell Kalie Lang Stephanie Wood Mykaela Williams Taylor Morris Megan Jones Jennifer Rosene Ashley Wlezen HQ4Baseball & Softball Summer Camps We have the BEST STAFF, which means the BEST CAMP. Led by Camp Director Hal Bagwell, Ardrey Kell HS, our staff includes Chet Greeson, East Meck HS, Dan Hignight, Providence HS, Travis Poole, Weddington HS, Jimmy Cochran, Parkwood HS, Spencer Stecher, Ardrey Kell HS, and Daniel Bilotta, East Meck HS. Softball instructors include former college players Jasmine Young and Julie Newlands. (YES, THEY ACTUALLY WORK THE CAMPS!!!) Ages: 7 to 17 – players are grouped by age and skill level Times: 8 am to 1 pm each day, Monday through Friday Price: $180 per week Dates & Locations: June 15 – 19 at Quail Hollow MS, Park Rd. at Smithfield Church Rd. (PSAA) June 22 – 26 at Arthur Goodman Park, Matthews (MARA) July 13 – 17 at Olde Providence Elem. School on Rea Road (OPRA) July 27 – 31 at Edna Love Park in Indian Trail (ITAA) August 10 – 14 at Steele Creek Athletic Association on Choate Cir. (SCAA) Register Online at www.hq4baseball.com or call 704 423-0030 Little Sluggers Indoor Camps: Ages 4 to 7 Designed specifically for younger players and held at the HQ4Baseball & Softball Indoor Training facility. For both baseball and softball players. Times: 10 am to 1 pm each day, Monday through Friday Dates: July 6th – 10th and August 3rd – 7th Cost: $120 per week Volume 4, Issue 1 BASEBALLSOUTH THE WAYCHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT Page IT’S MEANT TO BE PLAYED Providence vs Ardrey Kell By Tripp Roakes
Dateline: May 22, 2009 - Providence High School - As I found my perch high above the Providence High School Baseball Stadium Friday night around 6:30pm, I kept one eye down the first base side of the stadium and one eye on the field. Looking down the first base side of the stadium, baseball fans were pouring in by the hundreds. Word around town was tonight was going to be a special night, and folks wanted to be a part of the action. There were Moms, Dads, brothers, sisters, friends, baseball players and coaches from other schools in the crowd. By the time the first inning rolled around, there wasn’t a lot of room for anyone else. I was very thankful to have my seat high above the action, on the top of the hill behind the third base side of home plate. These two teams are the best of the best in our part of the state. Providence Head Coach Danny Hignight has an incredible program. The last person on his bench could be a star at 75% of the other high schools in Charlotte. Coach Hignight takes pride in his program, his field and his players. On the other side, Coach Hal Bagwell’s third year Ar- drey Kell Knights. The Knights came up just short last season, losing in the state cham- pionship, and this year has been all about making it back to the championship game. Along the way The Knights have hit a few road bumps. Their bats have gone cold a few nights, the defense hasn’t quite lived up to past Bagwell-coached teams, and they dropped to a three seed following a conference semifinal loss. As late as one week ago, For the Smile of a Lifetime! many had already given up on this edition of The Knights. Fortunately for Coach Bag- well, his players had not given up just yet. Dr. Keith T. Sellers The game started and Providence jumped out to a 5-0 lead. Included in those five runs was a towering 2-run blast over the scoreboard from Richie Shaffer. Richie is an 6406 Carmel Road #309 amazing player that should be drafted in one of the first few rounds of the Major League draft. Richie was the first winner of The Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Baseball Charlotte, NC 28226 Player of the Year Award, an event very dear to my heart. 704.542.9995 Following his home run, he returned to the mound to pitch fastballs in excess of 90 mph! Slowly but surely, the bottom half of the Knights’ batting order chipped away at www.sellersorthodontics.com the Panthers’ lead. Catcher Taylor Patterson had one of his best hitting nights of the season, going 2-3. The Knights’ defense improved following the shaky start and they found an unlikely hero in pitcher Ryan Butler. Butler is a very talented pitcher but he has struggled at times this season. He came in to relieve Ashton Lover on the mound and delivered 4 incredible innings of shutout baseball. With Butler on the mound, Ardrey Kell fought its way to a 6-5 lead. The crowd moved a little closer to the edge of their seats. Something special was about to happen as the game entered the bottom half of the seventh inning. Coach Bagwell called on his ace, left-hander Alex Wood, to come in to close the game. Wood is headed to Georgia next season to pitch for The Dawgs, but first he had to deliver one more time for the Knights. Adding even more excitement was the fact that The Panthers would send their first, sec- Fall / Spring Sports Winter Sports ond and third hitters to the plate. The fireworks were about to happen, The Knights knew BaseballSPRING REGISTRATIONBasketball Wood would come through for them and The Panthers were loving their chances with BABESoftball RUTH BASEBALL REGISTRATIONCheerleading Tyler Zupcic leading off and Richie Shaffer in the hole! SoccerLeaguesBaseball for Ages - Softball 13/14Wrestling & 15/16 - Soccer In a matter of minutes, Wood had disposed of the first two batters and Shaffer stepped up to the plate. These two have been friends for a while and have the highest level of re- spect for one another. Someone had to win this war, who would it be? Wood placed Register VisitOnline us at at www.parksharonsports.com www.ParkSharonSports.com two strikes on Shaffer and then reached back for one more pitch. With all his power, ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN !!! he managed to force Shaffer to foul tip the ball into Patterson’s glove! Game over, the Through February 28, 2008 Knights are jumping in a big pile and The Panthers are left speechless. One season would Questions? Email [email protected] continue, another one had just ended. www.ParkSharonSports.com Richie Shaffer, one of the best to ever play high school baseball in South Charlotte stood in disbelief at home plate before wandering off to the outfield. His close friend Ty- On-Site Registration at Quail Hollow Middle School ler Zupcic came to his side for a few moments. These two baseball warriors shared their pain before both teams lined up to shake hands. The respect between players, coaches February 16 and fans was something to see. Neither team deserved to lose, but the rules say there From 10:00 am – 2:00 pm must be a winner and a loser. In my eyes the biggest winner was South Charlotte baseball. This was a game to re- For additional information, visit our website OR member for many years. It was a game loaded with so many kids that will play college baseball and a few that will play professional baseball and maybe even two or three that email [email protected] can make it to the major leagues. I salute Coaches Hal Bagwell and Danny Hignight, the players on both teams and the amazing amount of fans that made this game so special. Panthers hold your head high, you have so much to be proud of. I am already looking forward to seeing these two teams play next year. Baseball the way it’s meant to be played! 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MARA CODE BLUE SM Congratulations to the MARA Code Blue team for FOOTBALL SUMMER CAMPS being named the South Charlotte Sports Report Team of the Week. The Code Blue team won the 9U Chal- lenge tournament at Olde Providence on May 3. Each Session I - June 15th-18th Session III - July 20th-23rd player contributed to the success of the team over the at Marvin Ridge High School at Mallard Creek High School course of the weekend. From: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM From: 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM Cost: $195 Cost: $195 Session II - July 7th-10th Session IV - July 27th-29th at Velocity Sports at MARA Football Fields From: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM From: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Cost: $175 Cost: $175
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I am so proud of the lenburg High School seniors “It has been ex- mile every day.” teammates. I am so proud of the Cherilyn Hallyburton and Nicole tremely enjoyable The players’ two of them and I am confident Cherilyn Hallyburton and Nicole tremely enjoyable The players’ two of them and I am confident Nixon didn’t know a single thing learning to play la- hard work com- they will succeed on the field as Nixon didn’t know a single thing learning to play la- hard work com- they will succeed on the field as about the sport of lacrosse. Now, crosse,” said Cheri- bined with excel- well as through the other ven- about the sport of lacrosse. Now, crosse,” said Cheri- bined with excel- well as through the other ven- as they prepare for graduation in lyn. “Because it was lent coaching put tures of life.” as they prepare for graduation in lyn. “Because it was lent coaching put tures of life.” two weeks, both of these young not very popular in both young ladies The South Charlotte Sports two weeks, both of these young not very popular in both young ladies The South Charlotte Sports ladies are set to play lacrosse at North Carolina when in positions to play Report congratulates Cherilyn ladies are set to play lacrosse at North Carolina when in positions to play Report congratulates Cherilyn Lees-McRae College in Banner we started, it has been college lacrosse. and Nicole on their wonderful Lees-McRae College in Banner we started, it has been college lacrosse. and Nicole on their wonderful Elk, NC. It’s been quite a journey both challenging to They took a visit to accomplishments. We are very Elk, NC. It’s been quite a journey both challenging to They took a visit to accomplishments. We are very for the pair. play and promote Lees-McRae and proud of both young ladies for re- for the pair. play and promote Lees-McRae and proud of both young ladies for Four years ago, Nicole’s mom our sport. I have also fell in love with the alizing the importance of having Four years ago, Nicole’s mom our sport. I have also fell in love with the realizing the importance of hav- Sherry put her foot down and re- enjoyed being on a team and college. an open mind to new opportuni- Sherry put her foot down and re- enjoyed being on a team and college. ing an open mind to new . The fused to let Nicole play football. team. Playing a team Their college deci- ties. The South Charlotte Sports fused to let Nicole play football. team. Playing a team Their college deci- South Charlotte Sports Report The decision led to a whole new sport adds a dynamic sion became very Report sends out a challenge to The decision led to a whole new sport adds a dynamic sion became very sends out a challenge to Cheri- journey for Nicole and her close that you cannot get in easy following the Cherilyn and Nicole to follow the journey for Nicole and her close that you cannot get in Sabres Lacrosse Captains (L-R) Kristen Reeder (sophomore), Nicole easy following the lyn and Nicole to follow the “Pay friend Cherilyn. some sports.” Sabres Lacrosse Captains (L-R) Kristen Reeder (sophomore), Nicole trip. “Pay it Forward” concept. Nicole friend Cherilyn. some sports.” Nixon (senior), Cherilyn Hallyburton (senior) and Jackie Haenlein trip. it Forward” concept. Nicole and Nixon (senior), Cherilyn Hallyburton (senior) and Jackie Haenlein “I wanted to play football be- Ironically, this (junior) With Lees-Mc- and Cherilyn can share the magic “I wanted to play football be- Ironically, this (junior) With Lees-Mc- Cherilyn can share the magic of cause a girl at my middle school was Cherilyn’s first the player I am today,” said Ni- Crae now set as the of lacrosse with others in hopes cause a girl at my middle school was Cherilyn’s first the player I am today,” said Ni- Crae now set as the lacrosse with others in hopes that played and I thought it was really attempt at playing an organized cole. “Amy Steinmetz (my fresh- destination, South Mecklenburg that it rewards someone else’s played and I thought it was really attempt at playing an organized cole. “Amy Steinmetz (my fresh- destination, South Mecklenburg it rewards someone else’s life as cool, but of course my mom said sport. Nicole had played soccer, man coach) taught me everything Lacrosse Coach Ellie Jennings life as well. cool, but of course my mom said sport. Nicole had played soccer, man coach) taught me everything Lacrosse Coach Ellie Jennings well. no. Then one day at lunch these volleyball and basketball, so the she knew and helped me stick took a few moments to reflect on no. Then one day at lunch these volleyball and basketball, so the she knew and helped me stick took a few moments to reflect on two senior girls randomly came idea of playing sports was noth- with playing lacrosse even when both players and their accom- Publishers Note: The two senior girls randomly came idea of playing sports was noth- with playing lacrosse even when both players and their accom- Publishers Note: The up to me and my friends asking ing new. I didn’t get it at first. Ellie -Jen plishments. opportunities for female up to me and my friends asking ing new. I didn’t get it at first. Ellie -Jen plishments. opportunities for female if we wanted to play lacrosse. We From the very first practice, nings and Maggie McKenna have “I feel so blessed to have such lacrosse players grow with each if we wanted to play lacrosse. We From the very first practice, nings and Maggie McKenna have “I feel so blessed to have such lacrosse players grow with each had never heard of it before. Well both players received great in- taught me so much with chang- amazing talented young ladies be day. We strongly encourage had never heard of it before. Well both players received great in- taught me so much with chang- amazing talented young ladies be day. We strongly encourage no one said anything, and I felt structions from coaches Amy ing up my position this year and a part of a team that has worked young ladies in South Charlotte no one said anything, and I felt structions from coaches Amy ing up my position this year and a part of a team that has worked young ladies in South Charlotte bad so I signed up. I think it was Steinmetz, Ellie Jennings and even running as much as we did. so hard and accomplished so to take a look at this exciting bad so I signed up. I think it was Steinmetz, Ellie Jennings and even running as much as we did. so hard and accomplished so to take a look at this exciting the best decision I have made be- Maggie McKenna. I never thought I could run two many goals this season. Cherilyn sport. We believe this is a sport the best decision I have made be- Maggie McKenna. I never thought I could run two many goals this season. Cherilyn sport. We believe this is a sport cause I have loved it ever since.” “I have to say my freshman miles, or 75 sprints and still be and Nicole have demonstrated where college scholarship op- cause I have loved it ever since.” “I have to say my freshman miles, or 5 sprints and still be and Nicole have demonstrated where college scholarship op- Cherilyn jumped right in with coach and my coaches this year able to run at practice but after leadership on and off the field. portunities are about to enter Cherilyn jumped right in with coach and my coaches this year able to run at practice but after leadership on and off the field. portunities are about to enter Nicole and off they went on their have really helped me to become their coaching it just feels weird Their spirit and love of the game into a major growth period. Nicole and off they went on their have really helped me to become their coaching it just feels weird Their spirit and love of the game into a major growth period. ARDREYARDREY KELLKELL WINSWINS CClipperslippers DevelopmentalDevelopmental CONFERENCE SOFTBALL TITLE CONFERENCE SOFTBALL TITLE The Ardrey Kell Lady Knights softball team captured gold in the Southwestern The Ardrey Kell Lady Knights softball team captured gold in the Southwestern Baseball Program 4A Conference Tournament Championship. Behind the play of Kalie Lang and Baseball Program 4A Conference Tournament Championship. Behind the play of Kalie Lang and Jen Rosene, the Knights brought home the gold last week. Kalie, The Greater Jen Rosene, the Knights brought home the gold last week. Kalie, The Greater Charlotte Hot Stove League Player of the Year and Tournament MVP, led the way Tryouts for our new fall teams in June. Ages 10U, Charlotte Hot Stove League Player of the Year and Tournament MVP, led the way Tryouts for our new fall teams in June. 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The top travel and showcase baseball and softball players in Mecklenburg and York County and their sur- rounding counties will gather for The Battle of the Border Showcase Games. This prestigious event will enhance the exposure of upper level travel and showcase baseball and softball along the North Carolina and South Carolina border. The four days of baseball and softball games and talent showcases are scheduled to be held on fields at Winthrop University and area high schools. With the exciting schedule, a multitude of events will be held, including two talent showcases and six showcase games.
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It’s hard to find a sports roster at South Charlotte Middle School Tuesday, June 16th - Two Battle of the Border Showcase Baseball Games will be held under the lights for that doesn’t include the last name Carrick. Ashton and John Carrick are & + the top high school aged showcase and travel baseball players from the Mecklenburg and York County areas. very athletic twins. Ashton plays basketball, volleyball and soccer and A Class of 2009 game and a special Battle of the Border “Future Stars” Game for members of the 2010 and brother, John, plays football, baseball and basketball for the Shockers. ) %%% 2011 classes will be held. The Future Stars game begins at 4:30pm SOFTBALL “My first, foremost, and favorite sport is basketball in which I play 4/ $521' 25$'2 ' 6 Tuesday, June 23rd - Two Battle of the Border Softball Showcase Games will be held between the top - 7/ '8/5/'2 showcase and travel softball players from the Mecklenburg and York County areas. An upper class game sition is setter. Last year, I ran track and participated in the long jump, for the best travel softball players in the 2009 and 2010 classes will be held following a Future Stars Game high jump, 400 meter dash, 100 meter dash, and 4x100 relay. Finally, "##$%& for members of the 2011, 2012 and 2013 classes. Each Softball matchup will be a best of 3 series, with a this is my first year playing soccer and I play stopper most of the time. shortened game 3 if needed. The Future Stars game begins at 4:00pm So far this year, I have won the Electric Setter Award and the Leadership Award for school sports as well as being a team captain for volleyball and !"# “We are all real excited to offer this unique event for the best travel and showcase players in our area,” said basketball. Lastly, I have received the 3-on-3 Award for two years now at Tripp Roakes, Publisher of The South Charlotte Sports Report, an area youth sports newspaper and market- ing company. “Along with Jeff Schaefer at Carolina Baseball Center (CBC), we developed this event to allow the showcase and travel players to represent their area, showcase their talents and enjoy the game on tre- mendous facilities at Winthrop University. Many of these players spend their summers in Florida, Georgia “I enjoy playing football, baseball, and basketball. In football, I play and other far away areas, we wanted to give them a chance to play a home showcase game.” fullback and linebacker where I love to smash heads with people. In baseball, I play catcher and first base. In basketball, I play forward. The South Charlotte Sports Report will provide free advance tickets to the games for any recreation or travel Some accomplishments of mine are winning the 3-on-3 Award at South team requesting prior to June 11th. This is a great chance to take your team to see some of the top local play- Charlotte 2 years in a row and being named a captain in every sport I played my 8th grade year. I was also ers in the area. To request tickets for your team, please email [email protected] Rosters for all teams will be announced in the next week on our website. Their most important award may be the South Charlotte Middle School 3 on 3 Award. Ashton and John have won these awards by playing three sports and maintaining a continual GPA of not less than FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE GAMES, PLEASE VISIT The Carrick’s will head to South Mecklenburg High School next season, adding a new wave of talent to '( % % WWW.BATTLEOFTHEBORDERSHOWCASE.COM )))%* #+,%- .
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The cat and mouse game continues. As various technologies become mainstream John Clinton has been named The Q in our day to day lives, the ultra competitive world of collegiate recruiting is never Shack Coach of the Week. John is a man far behind. Twitter has now become the latest way for coaches to maintain a line of of many hats at Pineville-Ballantyne communication with their coveted recruits, while not violating tight NCAA regula- tions governing their interaction with high school athletes. Community Athletic Association. He As texting became all the rage in the middle of the decade, college coaches were serves as head coach for The Knights quick to integrate the burgeoning technology into their bag of tricks. Before long, minors team and is the assistant coach restrictions governing the frequency of texts between coaches and athletes evolved for The Patriots in coach pitch and an into an all out ban as parents started receiving pages and pages of unexpected bills 8U Challenge Team, The Dragons. John and coaches abused the technology. More recently, Twitter has burst on the scene as the latest way to stay in touch is being recognized for his service to the with friends, co-workers and celebrity goings on. Because Tweets (Twitter postings) league and its players. are not considered to be direct postings; the information is disbursed to all follow- ers of the individual account, they do not violate NCAA regulations. College Football Congratulations to John Clinton for being mastermind Pete Carroll at University of Southern California, Lane Kiffin at Ten- (Greg Arthur, SCSR Action Photos) named The Q Shack Coach of the Week. nessee and Basketball coaches Tom Crean and John Calipari all have started using the application to maintain constant “communication” with their recruits. So, for now, the plot thickens. As more and more coaches sign on and become familiar with Twitter, and it’s possibilities, the NCAA will surely take note. It’s just To nominate your coach for this award, please visit a matter of time. The Q Shack or www.southcharlottesports.com. But, for the time being, if you or a son or daughter is communicating with a The winning coach will receive a $25 gift certificate to The Q Shack. school or a program, make sure to ask if the coaching staff is on Twitter. While it’s still fair game per the NCAA make sure that you use it to your advantage. It’s a great way to stay in tune with where a program is going and how the staff operates and Located in The Providence Promenade communicates. All important things when making a decision on where to play your 10822 Providence Road sport in college. Not to be left off the technology bandwagon, I am now on Twitter at martinbar- Charlotte, NC 28277 nett. Sign up by following the link below and get instant updates on new columns 704-542-5969 and events that the National Scouting Report is attending in the Charlotte area.
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[email protected] or (704)615-2989 Volume 4, Issue 1 SOUTHBEYOND CHARLOTTE THE GAME WITH SPORTS XANDER REPORT GUM Page 11 Xander plays centerfield and A lot of my friends are on the memory from playing youth ject in school and why? pitcher. team, and many of us played baseball? together last summer. We will “Without a doubt my favorite “My favorite subject in school is How did your baseball sea- just be playing local tourna- baseball memory was going to Bible because I like the teacher son go this spring? ments.” Cooperstown Dreams Park with and we are learning a lot about “My baseball season went well my Charlotte Thunder team last the Old Testament. I think the because my team did so well. What is the most exciting summer. We won eight games Old Testament is really inter- We ended up beating Holy Trin- thing about playing baseball in a row and finished in 10th esting because it is filled with ity for the conference champi- to you? place of out 99 teams. I will amazing stories about people onship. It had been about four “The most exciting thing about never forget my two home runs. who have faith in God. My years since we had won the playing baseball for me is hit- The fields were beautiful and favorite story is Shadrack, Me- middle school championship. ting home runs and striking I loved being with my friends shack, and Abednego.” Coach Owens really helped to people out. Since we are now in the cabin. We were either make the season fun because he playing on the big field, it might playing baseball, trading pins, What is something about
(Greg Arthur, SCSR Action Photos) pumped us up in the dugout and be a while before I hit any home or playing games in the cabin. you that would surprise kept everybody loose.” runs. I am also finding it is a Going to the Hall of Fame was most people? little harder to strike people out a big highlight since I love the “Most people would be sur- Thirteen year old Xander Gum What are your summer because of the longer distance to history of baseball. We actually prised to know that I box with is a 7th grader at Charlotte baseball plans? home plate. I get really excited visited the Hall of Fame twice my punching bag in the base- Christian. The son of Roger “I am playing for the Charlotte when my team plays good and that week. If you like baseball, ment almost every night. It is a and Susan Gum enjoys playing Thunder 13U team this summer. we win. I am never happy there is no better place than great way to get into shape and baseball and recently helped his We will playing mostly 14 year when we lose.” Cooperstown.” to get my energy out. “ Charlotte Christian team win olds in order to stay on the big their conference championship. field, so it will be a challenge. Do you have a favorite What is your favorite sub- SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT STUDENT-ATHLETES OF THE WEEK
ALEX CALOTT RACHEL SWEENEY
Age: 16 Age: 17 (Jim Dedmon, SCSR Action Photos) School: Ardrey Kell High School School: Marvin Ridge High School Grade: 10th Grade: 12th Parents: Kim and Evan Calott Parents: Brad & Sue Sweeney Words people use to describe me: Charismatic, Personable, Outgoing and Determined Words people use to describe me: Dedicated, Energetic, Friendly, Athletic, Loyal Hobbies: Golf Hobbies: Lacrosse, Cooking, Skiing, Wake boarding, Hiking, Traveling I am most proud of: Winning the Sportsmanship Award at Southern Closed I am most proud of: Being offered a Lacrosse Scholarship to Presbyterian College If I could donate $100,000: I would give to Special Olympics for tennis and other If I could donate $100,000: I would give to Cancer Research. My grandmother is a athletes. survivor of both breast and bladder cancer. If I could travel anywhere: Melbourne, Australia If I could travel anywhere: Greece - I love to eat Greek food! Best Advice I was ever given: Everyone puts their pants on one leg at a time. Best Advice I was ever given: Realize what you deserve and never settle for anything less. Favorite Subject: Sports Marketing Favorite Subject: English Favorite Jersey #: 89 Favorite Jersey #: 8
Athletic Accomplishments: Alex is recognized as one of the top 3-4 junior tennis players in Athletic Accomplishments: Rachel recently completed an ultra-successful high school lacrosse North Carolina. He has competed for many years in tournaments all across the country and brought career. This season she was named all-conference and 2nd team all-state. Rachel was also selected to home a large variety of championships. This season, the sophomore led the Ardrey Kell Knights to a play in the North Carolina All-Star Game, The Top 50 Queen City Lax Starz. She was also named as the 16-1 record and the Southwestern 4-A Championship. The Knights advanced all the way to the dual Most Valuable Offensive Player for Marvin Ridge High School. Her stats for this season included: 69 team regionals before losing this year. goals, 42 ground balls, 49 draw controls and 29 caused turnovers.
Alex has a busy summer planned as he will hit the junior circuit in search of greater success. Academic Accomplishments: Rachel has a 4.2 grade point average and is a member of The Na- tional Honor Society and The DECA Club. She will attend Presbyterian College on an athletic scholar- Academic Accomplishments: Alex is an honors student at Ardrey Kell High School and carries a ship next season. 4.46 grade point average.
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The Ardrey Kell High School Men’s Tennis Team completed a successful season last week. The Knights captured the South- western 4A Conference Championship and recorded a regular season record of 16-1. Alex Calott led the team from the # 1 seed position. His singles play for Coach Roy Hudson was Autograph a catalyst to success in every match. Peter Tonon and Ryan Session! Forbes finished the season as one of the top eight doubles teams in North Carolina. 7 ON 7
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(Greg Arthur, SCSR Action Photos) ROCsports A Ministry of Carmel Baptist Church LOCAL ALL STARS For more information or to register, go to Emily Krause Butler Christy O’Keefe Latin Kristen Bowman Ardrey Kell Caroline Pedlow Charlotte Catholic www.ROCsports.org Allie George Weddington Julie Cannon Providence Day Jackie Haenlein South Mecklenburg Claire Sherman Country Day 704-815-1172 Rachel Sweeney Marvin Ridge Taylor Smith Providence Mary Ellen Goode Myers Park Mary Woolard Providence Day
“THE LEAGUE OF CHAMPIONS” www.marasports.org MARA “ Home of the Champions ” 8U UCBR Division B Softball Champions 11U State Champions 11U Area Champions 9U State Champions 9U Area Champions 8U State Champions 8U Area Champions 12U Area Champions 7U Area Champions www.marasports.org Volume 4, Issue 1 Page 15 Volume 4, Issue 1 SOUTHSOUTH CHARLOTTECHARLOTTE SPORTSSPORTS REPORTREPORT Page CAROLINA RISETWO 16U GIRLSSABRES WIN FIND LACROSSE SUCCESS Four years ago,STATE South Meck CHAMPIONSHIP- lacrosse journey. not even running a has inspired many of the other lenburg High School seniors “It has been ex- mile every day.” teammates. I am so proud of the TheCherilyn Carolina Hallyburton Rise 16U and girls Nicole AAU teamtremely won the enjoyable State Championship this past The players’ two of them and I am confident weekendNixon didn’t in Greensboro. know a single This thing team learning is a first toyear play team la -coached by Connie Brown hard work com- they will succeed on the field as (Charlotteabout the sport Christian) of lacrosse. with helpNow, from crosse,” Novia Sturdivant said Cheri -and Zachary Barjona OLDE PROVIDENCE RECREATIONbined with excel ASSOCIATION- well as through FOOTBALL the other ven- (Marvinas they prepare Ridge). for Many graduation of the players in lyn. on “Becausethis team itplay was for South Charlotte lent coaching put tures of life.” schools,two weeks, including both of Clair these Watkins young whonot has very committed popular to in Duke University. Mitey Mite * Junior Peeboth Wee young * ladiesPee WeeThe * Junior South CharlotteMidget Sports ladies are set to play lacrosse at North Carolina when in positions to play Report congratulates Cherilyn Lees-McRae College in Banner we started, it has been college lacrosse. and Nicole on their wonderful Elk, NC. It’s been quite a journey both challenging to LiveThey Registration took a visit toDates: accomplishments. We are very for the pair. play and promote Saturday, May 30 from 10:00 amLees-McRae to 12:00 pm at and OP Baseballproud of Fields both young ladies for Four years ago, Nicole’s mom our sport. I have also Saturday, June 6 from 10:00 amfell to in 12:00 love pmwith at the South realizing Charlotte the Middle importance School of hav- Sherry put her foot down and re- enjoyed being on a Saturday, July 11 from 10:00 amteam to 12:00 and pm college. at Dick’s ing Sporting an open Goods mind toin Pinevillenew . The fused to let Nicole play football. team. Playing a team Their college deci- South Charlotte Sports Report The decision led to a whole new sport adds a dynamic Online Registration is Now Open.sion In becameorder to verysecure sends your spot out aon challenge a team, all to Cheri- journey for Nicole and her close that you cannot get in required documents (see below),easy and following payment, the must lyn be and received. Nicole to follow the “Pay friend Cherilyn. some sports.” Sabres Lacrosse Captains (L-R) Kristen Reeder (sophomore), Nicole trip. it Forward” concept. Nicole and Nixon (senior), Cherilyn Hallyburton (senior) and Jackie Haenlein “I wanted to play football be- Ironically, this (junior) Teams will be created on a first-come,With first-serve Lees-Mc- basis.Cherilyn Once can teams share become the magic full, of cause a girl at my middle school was Cherilyn’s first the player I am today,”we will saidbe going Ni- to a wait list. Crae now set as the lacrosse with others in hopes that played and I thought it was really attempt at playing an organized cole. “Amy Steinmetz (my fresh- destination, South Mecklenburg it rewards someone else’s life as cool, but of course my mom said sport. Nicole had played soccer, man coach) taughtFinal me everything deadline for Lacrosseall items is Coach Saturday, Ellie July Jennings 18, 2009. well. no. Then one day at lunch these volleyball and basketball, so the she knew and helped me stick took a few moments to reflect on two senior girls randomly came idea of playing sports was noth- with playing lacrosse**The even following when itemsboth are players required and for their registration: accom- Publishers Note: The up to me and my friends asking ing new. I didn’t get it at first. Ellie -Jen plishments. opportunities for female if we wanted to play lacrosse. We From the very first practice, nings and Maggie1. McKenna COPY of havecertified birth“I certificate feel so blessed or current to havepassport such (will notlacrosse be returned) players grow with each had never heard of it before. Well both players received great in- amazing talented young ladies be day. We strongly encourage THE RISE 16U GIRLS taught me so much2. OP with Football chang Registration- form (download at www.oprasports.com) no one said anything, and I felt structions from coaches Amy 3. Pop Warner Playera partContract of a (download team that at has www.oprasports.com worked young ladies in South Charlotte Quay Barrino Butler Tiffani Stephens ingMyers up myPark position this year and bad so I signed up. I think it was Steinmetz, Ellie Jennings and 4. Copy of 2008/2009so Full hard Year andReport accomplished Card (mail last day so ofto school take please)a look at this exciting Erica Chandler Ardrey Kell Johnna Stripling evenSpartanburg running as much as we did. the best decision I have made be- Maggie McKenna. 5. 2008 Pop Warnermany Physical goals Form this (download season. atCherilyn www.oprasports.com) sport. We believe this is a sport Latifah Coleman Central Monet Tellier I Eastnever Meck thought I could run two cause I have loved it ever since.” “I have to say my freshman 6. Registration Fee $250and (add Nicole family have fee of demonstrated $75 if not already where paid 2009) college Checks scholarship to OP Football op- Kasey Haynes Lake Norman Amanda Tyson miles,Ardrey or Kell 5 sprints and still be Cherilyn jumped right in with coach and my coaches this year 7. Equipment Depositleadership check of $100 on also and required off the (will field. not beportunities cashed) Checks are about to OP toFootball enter ShawnMarie Heiliger Charlotte Catholic Clair Watkins ableButler to run at practice but after Nicole and off they went on their have really helped me to become their coaching it just feels weird Their spirit and love of the game into a major growth period. Send to: James Epperson, Football Director 7344 Santorini LaneARDREY KELL WINS Lady Clippers Developmental Charlotte NC 28277 Clippers Developmental CONFERENCE SOFTBALL TITLE Softball Program Don’t forget to schedule you physical with your physician before July 18 so that Baseball Program all formsThe Ardrey will be Kell complete Lady Knightson time. softball Need to team take captured the PW Physicalgold in the form Southwestern (no other form4A Conference will be accepted) Tournament Championship. Behind the play of Kalie Lang and Tryouts for our new fall teams in June. Ages 10U Jen Rosene, the Knights brought home the gold last week. Kalie, The Greater Tryouts for our new fall teams in June. Ages 10U, AllCharlotte forms are Hot located Stove Leagueat www.oprasports.com, Player of the Year clickand Tournamenton “Pop Warner MVP, Football” led the way and 12U (2010 season). Call Al at 704 423-0030 thenwith clickan incredible on “Files pitchingand Forms” performance, **All forms allowing must be fourreceived hits andbefore striking your outchild 10 is of 11U and 12U (2010 season). Call Al at 704 423-0030 placedthe Butler on ahitters. team** toto scheduleschedule aa tryout time oror forfor moremore information.information. The championship team was directed by first year head coach Bob Bove. Teams will play in local NSA, AAU or ASA NEWCongratulations PLAYER EVALUATIONS to the Lady -Knights! (Players who have not played at OP before) Teams will play in local Nations Baseball and USSSA will be held Wednesday, July 29 at South Charlotte Middle School from tournamentstournaments startingstarting in theSeptember; September; practice practice starts starts in 6:30 - 8:30 pm. August.in August. Professional Professional coaches, coaches, professional professional team team & & We will once again be teaming up with Athletic Republic for our Football programprogram management.management. IfIf youyou areare lookinglooking for for a more better Conditioning Speed & Agility Clinics. fortravel your ball travel experience, softball call.player, call. When: Tuesdays / Thursdays Dates: June 16 - July 23 Time: 9:00 - 10:30 am Cost: $150 SponsoredSponsored byby Form is available at www.oprasports.com. We are also teaming up with The South Charlotte Sports Report and offering a Football Skills Camp.
Please visit www.southcharlottesportscamps.comLADY KNIGHTS ROSTER When:Mary Monday Dougherty - Thursday Dates:Danielle July 27-30 Lograsso Time: 8:30 amTaylor - 12:00 Freeman pm Cost:Kylie $140 Russo Ashley Petrillo Laura Pressman Alexa Grauer Sarah Campbell Kalie Lang Stephanie Wood Mykaela Williams Taylor Morris Megan Jones Jennifer Rosene Ashley Wlezen Page 16 SOUTH CHARLOTTE SPORTS REPORT Volume 4, Issue 1
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