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Oct. 22, 2009 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 34, No. 38 Early voting under way Early voting for the Nov. 3 elections is under way and will run through Friday, Oct. Dobie’s Sepulveda dies from H1N1 virus 30. The nearest polling locations for South By Matt Griesmyer “The student had some pre-existing condi- H1N1 was offered. Hills Intermediate School and Atkinson. Elemen- Belt residents are the IBEW Hall #66, Allen When Gabriela Genoa, the East Harris County Activity Center tions and had not been in class for quite some “The doctors at the emergency care center were tary School. (See Related Obituary, Page 2A.) “Gabby” Romero time,” Burton said. “Anybody who has had an in- really good,” Cynthia Sepulveda, Jose’s mother A rosary and visitation were held on Oct. 18 at 7340 Spencer and the Freeman Library died from a de- Branch at 16616 Diana Lane. fectious exposure to this individual would have said. “They screened for H1N1. That came out at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Sepulve- bilitating illness on become ill by now.” negative, but they said they were not sure of the da’s burial will be held in El Paso, . Oct. 2, students The student fi rst became ill on Sept. 27 and readings because his throat was really dry.” Sep- The Pasadena Independant School District Heavy trash scheduled of J. Frank Dobie had not been to school since then. On Oct. 4, ulveda was taken by ambulance to Texas Chil- released information to the public the morn- Residents south of the beltway are sched- High School were Sepulveda was admitted to the hospital and was dren’s Hospital and later diagnosed with H1N1. ing of Oct. 16 involving the confi rmed details uled for junk waste pick-up on Thursday, Oct. saddened. On Oct. diagnosed with pneumonia and eventually, H1N1 Before attending Dobie, Sepulveda, a longtime on the student’s death, as well as tips for stay- 22. For more information, call 3-1-1. 14, only 12 days af- infl uenza. resident of the South Belt area, attended Beverly Continued on Page 2A ter one Dobie death, Due to asthma, the student was considered Fall festival at Memorial SE another student lost by medical offi cials to be at high risk for con- his battle with ill- tracting H1N1. Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, ness. 11800 Astoria Blvd., will hold its annual “Vaccines were not available to help this Jose Sepulveda, young man,” Burton said. “Young people in our SBGSA Family Fall Festival and Health Fair Saturday, 16, was the typical Oct. 24. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Activities Jose Sepulveda community who are high risk – asthma, dia- junior at Dobie High betes, or some other immuno-compromising include: Radio Disney; Doll/Teddy Bear ER School. He enjoyed playing violin, watching names (bring a broken doll or teddy bear for a check- condition – they need to seek immunization wrestling, playing video games, playing foot- from their physician.” up); a petting zoo; pumpkin decorating (while ball at home with his family and participating in supplies last); face painting; a complimentary Upon Sepulveda’s fi rst doctor’s visit, he was the youth group at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection. fi eld Subway® lunch (while supplies last); Health Church. and wellness information for kids and adults; After Sepulveda’s fever did not break, a return On Oct. 14, Sepulveda died. The cause of trip to the doctor resulted in the diagnosis of and American Heart Association and Habitat death, as stated by Kathy Burton, chief of public for for Humanity information booths. Families bronchitis. affairs for the City of Health and Hu- When his condition worsened, he was taken to are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift man Services Department, was H1N1 infl uenza. to donate to Toys for Tots. The event is free the emergency care center, where a screening for Gabby and open to the public. For more information, visit www.memorialhermann.org/fallfestival. The South Belt Girls Softball Association Sagemont craft show set South Belt readies for fall honored Gabby Rome- ro Sunday, Oct. 18, Sagemont Church will hold its fall craft Fall has arrived, bringing several different engines and ambulances. by naming a softball show Friday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., festivities to the South Belt community for area For more information, e-mail Sherri Golightly fi eld after her. Field and Saturday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., residents to attend. at [email protected]. No. 1 at El Franco Lee at the Sagemont Church Youth Building located Sagemont Cowboys Cokesbury United Methodist Church Park is now offi cially at the intersection of Beltway 8 and Hughes. The Sagemont Cowboys will host their fi fth Cokesbury United Methodist Church, 10030 Gabby Romero Me- The show includes handcrafted items, gifts annual Field of Screams haunted house, “Opera- Scarsdale Blvd., will hold its fall festival Satur- morial Field. Romero, for holidays and all occasions, jewelry, cloth- tion Zombie,” at El Franco Lee Park, 9400 Hall day, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Activities in- who began her stand- ing, ladies’ and girls’ accessories, food conces- Road, on Oct. 24, 30 and 31 from 8 to 11:30 p.m. clude a barbecue, bake sale, carnival games and out softball career in sions and a bake sale. Admission is free. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children. pumpkin patch. The pumpkin patch is open for the SBGSA, died Oct. Proceeds will benefi t the Sagemont Cowboys. pumpkin purchases daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 2 after a 15-month Orchestra fundraiser set Southeast Volunteer Fire Department through Oct. 31. battle with cancer. A The Dobie High School Chamber I Orchestra The Southeast Volunteer Fire Department will Trunk or Treat will be held Oct. 31 from 6:30 fundraising tourna- will travel to the Midwest Clinic in Chicago hold its eighth annual Halloween Carnival on to 8 p.m. For information, visit www.cokes- ment coincided with this December. The orchestra will host a Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the fi re sta- buryunitedmethodistchurch.com or contact the the opening ceremony. catered dinner concert fundraiser at the school tion located at 9830 Hughes Road. church offi ce at 281-484-9243. Shown at left at the Tuesday, Oct 27, at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale The event will include a dunk tank with depu- Easthaven Baptist Church event are Romero’s for $12 each in the orchestra room, and must be ties from the Harris County Precinct 2 Consta- Easthaven Baptist Church will hold its annual family members , left purchased by Friday, Oct. 23. ble’s offi ce, a moonwalk, trick-or-treating, games, Trunk of Treats event Saturday, Oct. 31, at 13100 to right, front row, Ca- hot dogs and sodas. Children in attendance will Beamer at Astoria from 6 to 8 p.m. ressa Valles, Ethaniel Knights host fish fry be allowed to climb aboard the department’s fi re Continued on Page 2A Valles, Mya Garcia, back row, Jesse Rome- The Knights of Columbus Council 9201 ro III, Edna Romero, will once again serve fried catfish dinners at Brenda Valles and Jes- St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church on Former BHI Bear Lopez se Romero. Fridays, Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Nov. 13 and Nov. Photo by John Bechtle 20. Each dinner will consist of a farm-raised catfish fillet, french fries, hush puppies, cole now a Thompson Lion slaw, corn on the cob and iced tea. Soft drinks and desserts will be available for sale. By James Bolen school and enjoyed tutoring other students as I One- and two-piece dinners will be sold, This school year marks Toni Lopez’s fi rst got older,” Lopez said. “In high school many of dine in or take out, and will be served from 5 year as principal of my teachers told me I should be a teacher.” Team Gabby stays strong to 7 p.m. at St. Luke the Evangelist at 11011 Thompson Interme- While she has looked up to many other edu- By James Bolen She’s everybody’s daughter. It hits so close to Hall Road, between Sageberry and Sagetrail. diate. cators during her career, Lopez said she is cur- The parents of Gabriela “Gabby” Romero plan home.” The public is invited. All money raised will be Lopez, however, rently inspired by Beverly Hills principal Alyta to carry on the efforts of Team Gabby following The elder Romero said he plans to have addi- used for scholarships and other local commu- is no stranger to the Harrell. the recent loss of their daughter to renal cancer. tional car washes and barbecue sales in the future. nity charitable projects. For more information, South Belt, as she has “She is a master at not only structure and Romero, a junior sports star at Dobie High “We’re so appreciative of what everyone’s call 281-484-2127. worked at Beverly consistency but also developing pride within the School, died Oct. 2 after a 15-month battle with Continued on Page 2A Hills Intermediate school,” Lopez said. “Alyta Harrell and I talk al- the debilitating disease. A group of supporters, Church garage sale set for the last 13 years. most on a daily basis. She is a wonderful mentor collectively referred to as Team Gabby, formed She began her pro- and helps me more than she will ever know.” Restoring Hope International Fellowship to help the ailing athlete and her family both Propositions fessional career as a A former South Belt resident, Lopez now Church will host a churchwide garage sale emotionally and fi nancially. math teacher at the lives in Pasadena. She has been married to her Saturday, Oct. 31, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 12221 Founded by Jill Domingue, a player on Rome- area school before husband, Mike Lopez, for 12 years. They have Fuqua. For information, contact Jackye Figg at ro’s Shock Wave select softball team and volun- cause confusion switching to history. two children, Sarah, 10, and Brian, 8. Both at- 832-607-4707 or [email protected]. teer at Texas Children’s Hospital, Team Gabby By James Bolen Lopez then became tend schools in the Pasadena Independent School originally raised funds by selling T-shirts. Later Two proposed amendments to the state consti- Dedication of St. Stephen the school’s peer facilitator and most recently District. fundraising projects included a car wash, a bar- tution have caused a great deal of controversy in served as its assistant principal. The principal is enthusiastic about her posi- becue and a dance. recent weeks. The dedication of the renovation of St. Originally from Alba in northeast Texas, Lo- tion. What began as a one-person operation quickly The Leader has received several calls and e- Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta, will pez attended Texas A&M University, where she “Thompson Intermediate has a long tradition evolved into a group of more than 1,000 with mails regarding Propositions 2 and 3, stating that be held Sunday, Nov. 1, at 10:30 a.m. at the earned a bachelor’s degree in interdisciplinary of excellence,” Lopez said. “I want to build on members as far away as Florida. if the amendments are passed, it would create a church. The public is welcome to tour the studies. She went on to get a master’s degree in that tradition and create a learning environment “The community of the South Belt has been state property tax. building and community gardens after worship. educational management from the University of that prepares our students for success at Dobie.” so, so generous,” said Romero’s father, Jesus This is not true. A barbecue lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m. Houston-Clear Lake. Lopez replaced Angela Stallings, who was “Jesse” Romero. “Gabby’s not just our daughter. Continued on Page 2A Education has always been in Lopez’s blood. named the new principal of Memorial High Bloodmobile at Cokesbury “Growing up, my favorite thing to play was School. The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will have its Bloodmobile at Cokesbury United Airshow set for Oct. 31, Nov. 1 Methodist Church, 10030 Scarsdale Blvd., on If you feel the need for speed, mark your along with the continual mission of providing Sunday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Evening of Cuisine a success! calendar now for the 25th Annual Wings Over scholarships for aviation education and helping more information, call 281-484-9243. Houston Airshow slated for Saturday, Oct. 31, preserve aviation history would not be possible and Sunday, Nov, 1, at Ellington Airport. without the support from our loyal volunteers, Wood Meadow II meets In celebration of the Airshow’s 25th anniver- sponsors, management and tenants at Ellington sary, and returning for the fi rst time since 1998, Airport.” Wood Meadow II will hold its regular the Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Other highlights include a B-1 Bomber fl y- board meeting Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 6:30 p.m. Blue Angels, will take to the sky, demonstrat- by, “Legends & Heroes Autograph Tent” and 6th in the Parker Williams Library Meeting Room ing their precision at record-breaking speeds. Cavalry Historical Association Military vehicle D. Deed restrictions, financials and common The world-class team will perform amazing ma- display. area issues and concerns will be discussed. neuvers locked as a unit in the renowned, six-jet Tickets for the 2009 Wings Over Houston Air- Delta Formation. show are on sale now. Advance tickets are $15 Drive benefits homeless The 2009 Wings Over Houston Airshow will for adults, $4 for children ages 6 through 11 and Team Gabby and St. Luke the Evangelist also feature amazing aerobatic performances by free for children 5 and under. Reserved “Prime- Catholic Church, will host a Warm Blessings Mike Goulian and the only P-51 Mustang fl ight View” seats at the “50-yard-line” are $40 and drive to benefit the homeless. Donations of demonstration team, the Horsemen. Audiences include reserved parking and an event program. blankets, sleeping bags, coats, gloves, socks will be in awe watching Houstonian wingwalker Eagle Squadron Hospitality tickets are $125 and and skull caps are being accepted through Theresa Stokes as she climbs about the wings of include reserved seating, catered food and bever- Dec. 2. Team Gabby and St. Luke’s will the ShowCat, piloted by aviation legend Gene ages throughout the day, reserved parking and a deliver all donations on Sunday, Dec. 6. Soucy, also a Houstonian. The airshow will also souvenir cap, program and poster. Tickets can be Drop off locations include St. Luke’s feature the popular Tora!Tora!Tora! World War purchased at Houston-area Kroger locations, by Church, 11011 Hall Road at the social hall; II air power re-enactment of the attack on Pearl calling 888-4-FLYSHOW or by visiting www. the Romero home at 11103 Kirkpark Drive; Harbor, Korea-Vietnam Demo and other famous wingsoverhouston.com. Dobie High School. 10200 Blackhawk (see battles, as well as military demonstrations of the Parking at Ellington Airport is limited so rid- Helen in the front office) and Frazier C-47 and C-17 Cargo Heritage fl ight, Air Force ing bus transportation is highly recommended. Elementary, 10503 Hughes Road. For infor- Heritage Flight, Apache AH64 and much more. Bus shuttles will run from Bay Area Park and mation, call Jesus Romero at 832-876-0502 or “For a quarter-century, Wings Over Houston Ride (801 Bay Area Blvd.) and Fuqua Park and Martha Valenzuela at 281-660-7280. Volun- Airshow has provided show-stopping perfor- Ride (11755 Sabo Road). Shuttles run from 7:30 The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce held its 12th annual Evening of Cuisine mances that have delighted fans of all ages, and teers are needed to assist in this project and and antique car show Thursday, Oct. 15. The event was the chamber’s most successful to a.m. until 6 p.m., with the last shuttle inbound to future Team Gabby projects. If interested, we look forward to another wonderful 25 years,” Ellington Airport departing at 2:30 p.m. Round- date, with roughly 500 in attendance. Shown above is the Rev. Emory Gadd, who served as said Bill Roach, executive director of Wings Over contact Jesus Romero at jr11103@yahoo. auctioneer at the event. Photo by Marie Flickinger trip fare is $4 for adults, $2 for children ages 5 com. (See related story this page.) Houston Airshow. “This momentous occasion through 11 and free for children 4 and under. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 22, 2009 Readers’ Opinions Guest Editorials Burnett celebrates rodeo for taking care of Gabby during the last Parking dangerous 15 months while she attend school with her illness. State Propositions 2, 3 & 5 on Blackhawk Blvd. We are so honored and proud that my After living in Sagemeadow for over children attended and graduated from thirty years and not once writing a letter Dobie. Many times we thought about protect against property to the editor, you have to understand I relocating but something in my heart have some powerful feeling about this keep us here and now I see why. South tax appraisal abuse subject. My basic premise in life has Belt is a great community to raise a fam- always been live and let live, and I don’t ily and to live in. By State Sen. Mike Jackson normally take a position on a subject that I am especially thankful to the Dobie There are few functions of govern- homesteads being appraised based on could become potentially poltical. student body for being so well mannered ment more confusing and unfair to the what a person’s homestead would be In my 65 years I have learned that during the mass at St. Luke and during average Texan than the property tax worth if it were converted to commercial most issues, poltiticians, and circum- the procession to the cemetery on Mon- appraisal process. Anyone who has had property. It applies only to residential stances fade with time. This issue that is day. The Directors of Niday Funeral the unfortunate experience of protesting homesteads and not to second homes or truly biting at me is only going to get Home and Forest Park East Cemetery the value of their home can tell you the investment properties. worse until one is killed. We no longer had nothing but praise for the students of deck is stacked against you. PROPOSITION 3 provides for uniform live in a quiet little suburb nestled Dobie High. They commented that in the State Propositions 2, 3 and 5 are property tax appraisal standards and amongst and close to Houston. Houston history of their business, they have never reforms passed during the 81st Session procedures to be used by County is on our doorstep. Friendswood and seen such a large amount of students of the Texas Legislature but still require Appraisal Districts. Currently, property Pearland are close neighbors and we behaved so well. The procession had a the approval of Texas voters this Nov. 3. tax appraisal practices and procedures connect to all these cities and commun- count of over 250 cars in it. Houston’s These three reforms resulted from House vary widely across the state. This propo- ties by traveling Blackhawk. Blackhawk is finest in blue also stated that they had and Senate interim studies of property sition will provide for the equitable treat- divided from Dixie Farm to the Beltway not a single problem with any of the cars tax appraisal reform. Hearings were held ment of all property owners by ensuring and beyond. To protect those folks trav- in the procession. You made my daugh- across the state, and residential and that taxable property is appraised in the ling on Blackhawk, during certain hours, ters ceremony a memorable impression business property owners alike asked for same manner no matter where it is the city of Houston enforces a parking and made her proud. these needed reforms. located in the state. ordinance across the Beltway. Long live Dobie and I will always bleed If you are a homeowner and con- PROPOSITION 5 makes it easier to Last night I was behind another car in burnt orange. cerned about your pocketbook, it is espe- form appraisal review boards for protest the right lane, on Blackhawk, coming God Bless you all and your love ones cially important to vote FOR all three hearings. This proposition will allow two from Scarsdale. Fortunately we were for being so kind. Jesus G. Romero property tax appraisal reform proposi- or more adjoining county property tax neither going fast. The car in front of me (TEAM GABBY) tions. Propositions 2, 3 and 5 will benefit appraisal districts, if they so choose, to swerved just in time to avoid hitting a ALL property taxpayers. These three consolidate appraisal review board func- In conjunction with Pasadena ISD, Burnett Elementary students and staff celebrat- parked car just as you enter Sagemeadow. Kerwin: Kids are propositions will protect against runaway tions. The voluntary ability to consolidate ed the Pasadena Livestock Show and Rodeo event by dressing in western attire. I slammed on my brakes and also avoid- residential appraisals, ensure appraisal smaller county appraisal review boards Pictured, left to right, (front row) Erica Alfaro, Brandon Ortiz, Joel Morales, (sec- ed an incident. But, why should this be a a disgrace equity statewide, and streamline apprais- will help resolve property tax appraisal ond row) Angela Escamilla, Yesenia Franco , Nelson Velasquez, (back row) Assistant concern? Why should my safety and the I’m a southbelt resident and I enjoy al district appeal operations. Unfortunately, protests more quickly and make protest- Principal Cynthia Lee Coronado, Ricardo Ramos, and secretary Teresa Abel. safety of other citizens be compromised going to the Dobie High School football misinformation is being disseminated ing appraisals more convenient for prop- because we enter Sagemeadow? My tax games with my wife. But recently its about what these amendments will actu- erty owners, especially in lesser-populat- dollars along with everyone else’s tax becoming increasing obscene to even ally do. Here are the facts: ed areas of Texas. dollars helped build this two lane divided attend the games because of the way the PROPOSITION 2 requires the prop- Taxpayer advocates are calling these Appraisal amendments . . . thorough fare. This is not a two lane students walk through the stands with erty tax of a residence homestead be proposals the “most significant reforms divided thorough fare if 30plus houses their pants hanging so low that their solely based on the property's value as a for property taxpayers in 30 years.” Continued from Page 1A is currently written, appraisal Oct. 29, at the community have the right to block traffic in one lane underwear shows. residence homestead regardless of what Texans need these new protections Proposition 2 appears on districts have the authority to center at El Franco Lee Park, at will. I find it offensive that these boys have it might be worth if purchased for a differ- against property tax appraisal abuse. the ballot as follows: “The establish those standards at 9400 Hall, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. As a realtor of nearly 40 years, cars no morals as to walk in front of women ent use, such as an office or business. Know the real facts, and vote FOR constitutional amendment the county level. If passed, to discuss these propositions parked on streets, instead of driveways, with their pants hanging so low. And I find This proposal is a response to residence Propositions 2, 3 and 5. authorizing the legislature to the amendment would give and the other nine proposed earmark a neighborhood as less desir- it even more offensive that not one is provide for the ad valorem the state that authority, and amendments on the ballot. able. Cars have no business being parked given a ticket by PISD officers for inde- taxation of a residence home- it would ensure homes in dif- For information or copies of on a busy street. Signs need to be post- cent exposure. stead solely on the basis of ferent counties are appraised the proposed constitutional ed at all entrances of Sagemeadow: 1) If anyone walked outside of their home Keep Texas beaches open the property’s value as a resi- consistently. amendments, visit www. Entering Sagemeadow ... these folks can with only a shirt and underwear, they dence homestead.” As with Proposition 2, the sos.state.tx.us/elections/ park where they want ... go slow ... your would be cited in a heartbeat, but these By Jerry Patterson If voters approve Propo- amendment would not estab- voter/2009novballotexp.sht- life is in your own hands. 2) Pass an ordi- kids are allowed to walk in front of hun- Commissioner, Texas General Land Office sition 2 on Nov. 3, it would lish a state property tax. ml. nance that decrees legal parking on dreds of people and parade in their merely require existing ap- Rep. Ken Legler will host See related editorial this street only at certain hours. 3) Wait until underwear with no recourse. Can you imagine driving your family to a common law right. Like so many com- praisal districts to appraise a town hall meeting Thursday, page. someone is killed or maimed. Its a sign of society and parents allow- the beach for summer vacation only to mon law rights, this right faced legal all properties with a home- Sandra Yandell ing “wrongs” to be acceptable behavior. find a high fence covered with “no tres- challenges. It was eroded over the years stead exemption as a residen- Lets get our society cleaned up and passing” signs? as development boomed along the Texas tial property. Properties with Sepulveda dies of flu Romero family respectable. John Kerwin For Texans, the ability to go to any coast. By the 1950s, some beachfront a homestead tax exemption beach they choose seems natural. But property owners were building fences all are currently appraised for Continued from Page 1A thanks community that isn’t the case elsewhere. the way to the water to make their own their highest and best use, ing healthy this fl u season. Todd: Vote yes Florida, California and nearly every private beaches. which could be much more The information released from Pasadena ISD encourages On Behalf of Jesus G. Romero, Edna other coastal state in the union allow In 1959, the Texas Legislature passed in a commercially developed those who feel ill to remain at home until 24 hours after they Romero and the Romero family we would to re-elect Sullivan owners of beachfront property to exclude the Texas Open Beaches Act to put this area. no longer have a fever or signs of a fever without the use of like to express our deepest gratitude to As former Houston Councilmember the public and permit public beach access common law into statute. Despite natural Proposition 3 appears on ibuprofen or acetaminophen. each and every one of you for your love, for District E I urge you to place your the ballot as follows: “The Aside from those instructions, the school district advises support and prayers during the loss and “YES” vote for Councilmember Mike only in a limited number of locations. disasters – and no small amount of con- Our freedom to walk on any beach we troversy – the Texas Open Beaches Act constitutional amendment that washing hands thoroughly with warm water, along with mourning of our little Angel Gabriela Sullivan in the November election. Mike providing the uniform stan- other habits of good hygiene, will help people maintain their “Gabby” Romero. Words can never ex- has stood up for principle while bringing choose is unique – and under constant has withstood the test of time and contin- threat. Developers, overpaid lawyers and ues to affirm the public’s free and unre- dards and procedures for the health and contain the spread of infl uenza. press our deepest sentiments towards home the bacon for the South Belt area. appraisal of property for ad The Sepulveda family has asked that cards and donations your generosity. Gabby went to be with That is a tough juggle at City Hall, and even the Legislature fail to appreciate stricted access to public beaches. this freedom. It has served Texas well for 50 years. valorem tax purposes.” be addressed to Niday Funeral Home, Attention: Sepulveda her Lord on Oct. 2, 2009. Mike has performed admirably. As the Texas Constitution Donation, 12440 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089. Our special thanks to the following for Furthermore, he has forged an unprec- That’s why I urge you to vote yes on It’s now time to enshrine this right in our their religious support, Father James edented level of cooperation between Proposition 9 November 3 and enshrine Texas Constitution. Burkart and Deacon Jesse Tollett from Clear Lake, South Belt, and Kingwood to our right to our beaches in the Texas Proposition 9 would elevate the free- St.Luke the Evangelist Church. I would avoid costly turf wars over city services Constitution. With your help, we can dom to access the beach to a lot of other Fall activities planned also like to thank Father Sebastian Rama caused by the lumping of North and forever recognize and protect Texans’ freedoms we depend on, like freedom of Death Continued from Page 1A will feature games, karaoke, and Deacon Dennis Hickey from St. South together. right to access their beach and add it to speech, freedom of worship and the right Decorated cars will have food, candy, face painting Hyacinth Church in Deer Park for their While I was serving you on City our Texas Bill of Rights so that it cannot to carry a firearm. Jose Roberto open trunks fi lled with candy. and a gospel tent. The func- spiritual support. We would like to thank Council, I often worried about what the be taken away. Just like those rights, Texans right to The family festival will also tion will have a ’50s theme, the South Belt community for their over- future has to hold for my South Belt This prescriptive right to access the access public beaches should be pro- Sepulveda feature booths, a moonwalk and attendees are encouraged whelming support. Special thanks to friends. It comforts me to know that Mike beach is as old as Texas. Before state- tected in perpetuity. The Legislature will and free snacks. to dress in ’50s attire. Admis- Dobie High school Principal Mr. Steve is your advocate at City Hall. hood, when Texas was a republic, travel- still have a say on how that right is man- Jose Roberto Sepulveda, For more information, sion is free. For more infor- Jamail; Nurse, Ms. Carol Declercq; Mrs. I urge you to vote for Mike’s reelection. ers regularly used the beach as a high- aged, but the right itself will be pre- 16, died Oct. 14, 2009. He call, 281-922-5520. mation, call Annette Taylor at Andrea Longoria; all of the administration South Belt and the rest of the district way. In the days before roads, Texas’ long served. was born Nov. 28, 1992. Almeda Mall 713-943-2275. and faculty, along with the student body need him. Rob Todd beaches served as an expressway for If you want to keep your summer Sepulveda is survived by Almeda Mall will have horses, stagecoaches and even the vacations at the Texas beach, vote YES his father, Lorenzo, mother store-to-store trick-or-treat- San Jacinto College South mail. on Proposition 9 and let’s send a signal Cynthia and his hero, brother ing on Saturday, Oct. 31, be- will hold its annual Children’s This tradition of public use constitutes that Texas beaches belong to all Texans. Marine Lance Cpl. Lorenzo ginning at 5:30 p.m. Fall Festival Friday, Oct. 30, Team Gabby carries on Sepulveda Jr. Live entertainment will be from 6 to 8:30 p.m at the J.D. He is also survived by his provided by Radio Disney in Bruce Student Center. Continued from Page 1A others out,” he said. two days for the Light the grandmother, Socorro Acosta; the mall’s center court. Stu- There will be a costume done for our family, we want Last week, Team Gabby Night Leukemia Walk. CB marches toward state uncles Luis, Roberto, Fernan- dents from Morris Middle contest at 7:30 p.m, with reg- to return the favor and help raised roughly $1,300 in just While the group will focus do, Cleto, Ramon and Denis; School will also be perform- istration beginning at 7 p.m. primarily on raising money The Clear Brook Speech earned Schaefer a total of their state goal for public aunts Linda, Dolores, Leonor, ing song and dance. While The festival will include a for cancer victims, that will and Debate team returned seven out of 10 needed state forum debate. Rosenda, Esperanza, Patricia, the wearing of costumes is petting zoo, games and food not be its sole purpose. from Alief Hastings with a points for extemporaneous The speech and debate Sylvia and Lydia. He will encouraged, older teens and and is sponsored by campus Serene Wellness Spa On Dec. 6, Team Gabby, third-place ranking in domes- speaking. team will head to Lamar also be missed by his best adults are asked by mall man- student organizations. Toro, “ A PLACE TO RELAX” working jointly with St. tic extemporaneous speaking Dinusha Wijesinghe and Consolidated High School friend, Andrew Parker, many agement not to wear masks the mascot, Luke the Evangelist Catholic by Karl Schaefer. Nathan Tamburello also this weekend to continue cousins, and many friends. for safety reasons. is also scheduled to make an Church, will have a clothes The performance during returned with an additional their march toward state Services will be provided For more information, call appearance. and blanket drive for area the weekend of Oct. 17 two points needed toward qualification. by Niday Funeral Home in 713-944-1010. For more information, call Bring A Friend/ homeless. Houston and Sunset Funeral Plus4 Credit Union 281-484-4633. “We’re going to keep it Home in El Paso, Texas. Plus4 Credit Union, 9998 Freeway Baptist Church going,” said Jesse Romero. The viewing and Mass Almeda Genoa, will hold a Freeway Baptist Church, Couples Special “We’re going to use Team were held Sunday, Oct. 18, at Trunk or Treat event Wednes- 8702 Kingspoint, will hold Gabby’s name to help others, St. Francis Cabrini Catholic day, Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. its Trunk-r-Treat event Fri- with our main goal being to Valid: Mon. Tue. Wed. Church. A viewing was also In addition to treats, the func- day, Oct. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. help cancer victims and their held at Sunset Funeral Home tion will include games and The event will include games, families.” One at full price on Wednesday, Oct. 21. a contest. Parking will be prizes, candy and food. The South Belt Girls nd A funeral Mass will be at Life Tabernacle Church For more information, Softball Association held a 2 at half price held at San Rafael Church in across the street from the visit www.freewaybc.com. fundraiser in support of Team El Paso. Burial will follow. credit union. If any other community In Service Only and appts. Must be booked for Gabby Sunday, Oct. 18, as it Cards and donations may Faith Baptist Church organizations or groups have named a fi eld in her honor. same day. Please mention this special ad when be sent to Niday Funeral Faith Baptist Church, a fall or Halloween activity For more information or booking appt. Home, Attention: Sepulveda 9850 Mango, will hold its they would like to promote, to donate to Team Gabby, Packages not included. Donation, 12440 Beamer fall festival Saturday, Oct. 24, send to mynews@southbelt contact Martha Valenzu- Road, Houston, TX 77089. from 3 to 5 p.m. The event leader.com. ela at 281-660-7280 or Jesse Romero at 281-484-1639. Donations may be mailed 281-464-8322 to Jesus Romero/Team Gab- 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. (@ Beamer) by, 11103 Kirkpark Drive, Dedication to Mossman www.serenewellness.net Houston, TX, 77089.

Clear Brook High School Speech and Debate team members pictured are, left to right, Nathan Tamburello, Karl Schaefer and Dinusha Wijesinghe. Lions Club meets Oct. 27 The Houston Space City Lions Club meets Tuesday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m. at the Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway. For information, call George Malone at 281-438-7243. Library events scheduled The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale: Movie Madness is Thursday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m. Call the library at 281-484-2036 for feature title. The Friends of the Parker Williams Library will meet Monday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. to discuss ways to support the library. A Halloween-themed film will be shown during Movie Madness at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 29. Family storytime is Tuesday at 7 p.m. Pre-schooler storytime is Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. Toddler time is Thursday at 10 and 11:15 a.m. GAT boosters host festival The newly formed nonprofit George A. Thompson Athletic Booster Club will host a Clear Creek Independent School District Superintendent Greg Smith, fall festival fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 14, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Thompson Intermediate. Ph.D., (left) congratulates former Superintendent Sandra Mossman, Ed.D., The boosters are seeking assistance from area businesses and vendors, as well as offer- for whom the new elementary school in Education Village is named. Village ing booth rentals and/or sponsorship opportunities. Students seeking community hours Voices, the choir at Sandra Mossman Elementary School, sang the school are welcome. The event is open to the public. For information, contact Liz Beltran at song during a dedication ceremony on Sunday, Oct. 18. 832-577-1732 or e-mail [email protected]. Thursday, October 22, 2009, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Scholarships donated to 18 San Jac students Ramirez Longtime supporters of the is the San Jacinto College “I am extremely grateful passionate support of our stu- effort and funds they expend San Jacinto College District, Foundation chairman. to Jackie and Liz for their dents and the amount of time, to ensure the success of the Jackie Powell and Liz Webb foundation fashion show,” recently presented 18 stu- said Susan Arscott, vice pres- family dents with $1,000 scholar- ident of resource develop- ships. ment for the college. “The For the past three years, foundation is lucky to have Powell and Webb have coor- such wonderful people help enjoys dinated the Fashions in Bloom us work toward our mission spring fashion show and lun- of helping our students suc- cheon to raise funds for the ceed.” college’s foundation scholar- The San Jacinto College Firefest ship program. Recipients of Foundation, a nonprofit orga- Fashions in Bloom scholar- nization, is dedicated to en- ships are chosen based on an hancing the level of student application process that in- achievement and excellence fi refi ghter Robert Ramir- cludes a personal essay. at San Jacinto College. Its ez (center left) is pictured “When I was young, I purpose is to receive gifts, with his family, left to right, didn’t go to college,” said bequests and donations, and daughter Claire Ramirez, Powell. “I worked my way to raise private funds to ben- nephew Gabriel Ramirez through life. So, it’s nice to efit the people of east Harris just show my appreciation County, Texas. Donations to and son Tre Ramirez, en- and give back to others in my the foundation are tax deduct- joying the Houston Fire- community.” ible to the extent allowable fest held recently. Powell is a foundation Eleven scholarship recipients recently had lunch with donors Jackie Powell and by law. board member and owner of For more information or Photo submitted Best American, a scrap metal Liz Webb, San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer, Susan Arscott to make a donation, visit business in Deer Park. (vice president of resource development) and Nancy Thacker (assistant director www.sanjacfoundation.org or Webb is the former owner of the foundation). Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Darlene Schluter, Nhu call 281-998-6104. of Hair Palace in Deer Park, Le, Julie Aftab, Crystal Clark and her son, Damari Jackson, Gloria Misaqi, For information about the where she currently works. Kayla Davis, (back row) Thacker, Yoain Nelson, Jennifer Coe, Stephanie Hin- college, call 281-998-6150 or Her husband, Wayne Webb, ton, Rodney Ortiz, Powell, Webb, Frieschelsea Baptiste, Arscott and Hellyer. visit www.sanjac.edu. THE VELVET STOCKING Navy Band to perform at Ballunar Festival 28th Annual Holiday Market The U.S. Navy will kick Europe and Asia. Since its highly trained musicians,” real environmental elements, ing throughout the weekend. off Navy Week Houston on establishment in January says Sunya Fitz of the Clear such as signs, sound and Admission is $10 per car- 11315 Sagewillow Lane Christmas Craft Bazaar Saturday, Oct. 24, at the RE/ 1971, the band has performed Lake Area Chamber of Com- smell. load and includes Saturday’s Handcrafted Gifts & Decorations MAX Ballunar Liftoff annually for more than 26 merce. “All members are des- “We are honored to have NASA Open House from 9 Oct. 30 • 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Festival, sponsored by the million people in support of ignated Navy musicians and the U.S. Navy among our a.m. to 5 p.m., visiting the November 12, 13, & 14 City of Nassau Bay. the Navy. graduates of the Navy School partners at this year’s festi- original Saturn V rockets that Free Coffee & Donuts (till 9 a.m.) Entertainment provided Based at the Naval Support of Music in Norfolk, Va.” val,” says Sunya. “Their con- took man to the moon, the Thurs. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. by the U.S. Navy begins Sat- Activity, , La., Adding another dimension tribution to the festivities will space vehicle mock-up facil- Char & Crystal’s Creative Designs Fri. & Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. urday morning with MU2 Navy Band New Orleans rep- to the Navy’s participation, a be a perfect complement to ity, and the opportunity to get Steven Jones’ performance of resents both the U.S. Navy special Navy “Accelerate our other aeronautic and edu- an autograph from a NASA Entertaining at Home Highway 3 the national anthem, and con- and the Crescent City in a Your Life Experience Tour” cational exhibits. We think astronaut. Homemade Gourmet tinuing with performances by wide range of military and will be on hand Saturday, attendees are going to love For more information, Katnip the U.S. Navy Band New community related functions giving a look at Navy life it!” schedule of events and direc- Austin St. Orleans before and after the across the Gulf Coast. with 180 degree Immersa- The Ballunar Liftoff Festi- tions to the NASA/Johnson Mary Kay Webster Civic Webster Civic Center evening balloon glow. “The band’s operating core Domes.™ val opens Friday, Oct. 23, at 6 Space Center, visit www.ball Center Me’ Miche Bag N

Nasa Road 1 Navy Band New Orleans, is made up of dedicated and The simulator tour offers p.m. with festivities continu- unarfestival.com. Pennsylvania St. Pennsylvania 311 Pennsylvania Ave. Express, is one of 13 official Mi Mundo Imports Walnut St. Webster, TX Navy bands located in the More Than a Name www.velvetstocking.com continental , San Jac Museum celebrates Veterans Day Premier Design Jewelry The San Jacinto Monu- books to bayonets, swords to available. Call 281-479-2421 who fought for Texas’ inde- Scentsy Wickless Candles ment, rising 570 feet above sketches, there’s something for information on group pendence, Veterans Day hon- the battleground, stands as a here for everyone. sales and school field trips. ors military personnel, past Stampin’ Up/Scrapbooking FREE REGISTRATION - GOOD THRU NOV. 5 memorial to the men who Both former and current The men who fought at and present, for serving the TAPS Glass Crafters NEW ENROLLMENTS ONLY • WWW.MSJANETS.COM fought for Texas indepen- military personnel and their San Jacinto were citizens of country to preserve its free- dence. As such, it is fitting family members will be Texas as well as immigrant dom. And More Child Care & Learning Center for San Jacinto to honor all guests of the San Jacinto soldiers ranging in age from The San Jacinto Monument military personnel on the fed- Museum on Veterans Day – 16 to 64. They were born in is located on the San Jacinto Ms. Janet’s Children of the Future eral and state holiday of Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009. different nations but were Battleground State Historic Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Veterans Day. Guests are asked to show called together to fight for the Site, just minutes away from 6 wks - 23 mos. $110 a week The San Jacinto Museum their military ID. ideal of a government that . Take 2 yrs. old $100 a week of History, located at the base Non-military visitors may would provide representation Highway 225 east to Indepen- of the monument, will admit purchase a Super Combo to its citizens. Irrespective of dence Parkway north, approx- Gianna Nicole Bales 3 yrs. old & up $ 90 a week Gianna Nicole Bales military personnel and their ticket ($12 adults and $8 chil- race, nationality or creed, the imately three miles from the Large Play Room, Breakfast/Snack, Hot Lunches, Dance, Library & Computer Room families to all its venues free dren) for admission to the soldiers fought to establish a freeway. Ms. Janet’s is providing pick-up service from WEBER & PASADENA SCHOOLS of charge in celebration of elevator ride, Texas Forever!! free country whose govern- For more information Veterans Day. This includes and Developing Houston. ment would obey the rule of about the Battle of San including MELILLO & MORRIS middle schools and South Belt Elementary. free admission to: Tickets for individual law. Jacinto and the San Jacinto FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER CALL • Ride the 489-foot eleva- activities and discounts for As the San Jacinto Mon- Museum of History, visit 281-484-2376 281-464-2366 tor to the top of the monu- seniors and tour groups are ument is dedicated to those www.sanjacinto-museum.org. ment and view the land where 11590 HUGHES RD. @ BW8 12490 SCARSDALE BLVD. the Battle of San Jacinto was fought, the Houston Ship SJCS presents Kennedy Center Channel and much more. • View the digital presen- tation Texas Forever!! The American College Theatre Festival Battle of San Jacinto – which Five colleges and univer- Kingwood. and times include: describes life from the earli- sities will present the very The festival is a year- • Thursday, Oct. 22, 11 Trunk of Treats est Spanish colonies to the best of their theater repertoire round program that provides a.m., And They Dance Real day the west was won. at the Kennedy Center Amer- funding and administrative Slow in Jackson - Lone Star • Tour Developing Hous- ican College Theatre Festival support to eight regional fes- College-Montgomery; 7 p.m., Fall Festival ton: Photographic Treasures Oct. 21-24 at San Jacinto tivals in the United States. Collected Stories - Tarrant from the Cecil Thomson col- College South campus. San Jacinto College has host- County College Southeast When: lection. In addition to photo- Scheduled performances ed the Region VI festival for • Friday, Oct. 23, 11 a.m., Sat., October 31 graphs, period artifacts in this include The Arabian Nights four years. Queen of the Mist - Angelo Angela Porcarello Bales and her husband Tim exhibit depict Houston neigh- by SJCS, And They Dance Visitors may enjoy all four State University; 7 p.m., announce the birth of thier fi rst child, Gianna 6:30- 8:30 P.M borhoods, businesses and Real Slow in Jackson by Lone days of the festival for $5. Eurydice - Sam Houston events during the years 1865- Star College-Montgomery, Performances will be held in State University Nicole Bales. She came into the world on Aug. 1950. Contemporary photo- Collected Stories by Tarrant the Proscenium Theatre of • Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 24th, 2009 at St. Luke’s Hospital here in Hous- Where: graphs are paired with their County College Southeast, the Marie Spence Flickinger a.m., Gross Indecency: The historic counterparts to help Queen of the Mist by Angelo Fine Arts Building on the Three Trials of Oscar Wilde ton. She was 6.8 pounds and 18” tall. Angela is Easthaven Baptist Church tell the story of the growth of State University, Eurydice by South campus at 13735 Beam- - Lone Star College-King- a former Soulth Belt resident and 1996 Dobie Houston and the surrounding Sam Houston State Univer- er Road. For information, wood. 13100 Beamer Rd. (Astoria at Beamer) region. sity, and Gross Indecency: contact Liz Lacy 281-922- For information about the graduate. Tim is a graduate of Deer Park. The • Visit the San Jacinto The Three Trials of Oscar 3497 or [email protected]. college, call 281-998-6150 or couple and Gianna reside in League City. Museum of History. From Wilde by Lone Star College- Festival performance dates visit www.sanjac.edu. What: Decorated Car Trunks Filled With Lots of Candy! Meador Elementary hosts BOOTHS •MOONWALK Grandparents’ Day celebration IT’S FREE! Come Join Us For A “UNIQUE” Alternative to Halloween!

Here comes the bride... Let South Belt Graphics & Printing take care of all your printing needs for your special day. • Invitations • Envelopes • Napkins • • Matchbooks • Thank You Cards • Meador Elementary appreciates all of the grandparents who attended its Grandparents’ Day celebration recently. More than 100 grandparents par- ticipated in the celebration. The students enjoyed their grandparents having lunch with them. Meador students shown are, left to right, Willie Dixon, Jo- 11555 Beamer • 281-484-4337 anna Urrutia and Rebeka Castillo. Photo submittted Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 22, 2009 Lariaette of the Week visit us online at Over The Back Fence by Jan www.southbeltleader.com

WELCOME TO THE WORLD, CAROLYN Tyler from parents Jannie and Robert; sister Settlow Oct. 24. Carolyn Marie Turnquist was born at Jennifer and children Brayden and Baylee; South Belt Elementary Trunk or Treat 1:37 p.m. at Texas Woman’s Hospital on sister Stacey and husband Stephen, daugh- The day for a birthday cake for Zulma Sept. 22, 2009. She was 20¾ inches long ter Kennedy and son Owen; brother Joey Vasquez is Oct. 24. Plus4’s 1st Annual Trunk or Treat. Join us for a safe fun fi lled trunk and weighed 7 lbs., 12 oz. Proud parents are and wife Nyssa; and brother Austin, wife Stuchbery Elementary or treat which includes games, costume contest & more. C. Eric Turnquist and Melissa Hulin Turn- Nicole and daughter Jade. Tyler is a senior Johanna Hinton marks a birthday Oct. quist, a 1991 graduate of Dobie High School. at Dobie High School and is a drum major for 22. A birthday is shared by Debi Brown and Oct. 28 • 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Grandparents are Marlon and Arleen Hulin the Longhorn Marching Band. He also plays Maria Trevinio on Oct. 25. of Sagemont and John and Kathy Turnquist bassoon in the wind ensemble concert band. Melillo Middle School Plus4 Credit Union It’s Free!!! (across from Walmart) of Magnolia. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, CHRISTIAN! Birthday wishes are sent to Deborah It’s Free!!! HAPPY 6TH BIRTHDAY, DANIEL! Christian Nunez will celebrate his 25th Becker Oct. 22. 9998 Almeda Genoa Rd. Daniel Cavazos turns 6 years old Thurs- birthday Sunday, Oct. 25. Best wishes are Morris Middle School day, Oct. 22. Lots of love is sent from mom sent to Christian from his friends Claudia, Shirley Brown is wished a happy birthday Parking will be at Life Tabernacle Church Ana and dad Guadalupe, sisters Ana and Erik, Brittney, Fatboy and Hailey, who are Oct. 26. across the street from Plus4 Credit Union Lizbeth, and grandma Ana. Daniel is in kin- so happy to have him as a part of thier lives. Beverly Hills Intermediate dergarten at Laura Bush Elementary. SCHOOL DAZE Oct. 23 is the day for a double-layer cake BUBBA CELEBRATES 10TH BIRTHDAY The following personnel and staff members for Sara Baker and Rita Bueno. Alex “Bubba” Muniz will celebrate his of the Pasadena Independent School District Thompson Intermediate Business Insurance 10th birthday with a party on Friday, Oct. 23. celebrate birthdays Oct. 22 through Oct. 28. Yvonne Pena is sent birthday greetings on Hurting Your Bottom Line? Happy birthday wishes are sent from mom Atkinson Elementary Oct. 23. Amy Smith, dad Tito Muniz, Randall Smith, Greetings for a happy birthday are sent to Challenger School With several insurance companies to Kali Muniz and Gaven Smith. Grandparents Barbara Haden Oct. 28. Oct. 28 is the day for a birthday cake for are Tom and Pat Becker of Magnolia, former Burnett Elementary Beth Garringer. choose from, we will get you the best Sagemont residents. Alex is a fourth-grader at Sharing a birthday Oct. 22 are Olga Dobie High policy at the best price. Frazier Elementary. Cervantes and Nora Lara. The day for a Special birthday greetings are sent Oct. 22 ENJOY YOUR DAY, SANDRA birthday party for Elizabeth Kotey is Oct. 26. to Chris Ferguson. The day for a birthday Call today for a quote! South Belt resident Sandra Yandell marks Frazier Elementary celebration for Jim Jacobs is Oct. 23. Oct. a birthday Oct. 23. She is wished a very happy Wishes for a wonderful birthday are sent to 25 is the day for a double birthday party for Barry Insurance Group birthday from her family and her friends at the Charity Rice Oct. 24. Blow out the birthday Lisa Roth and Lanita Simmons. Blow out 281-464-3383 South Belt-Ellington Leader. candles for Jenifer Walker Oct. 25. Maria the birthday candles for Beverly Krell Oct. Member of South Belt-Ellington Chamber HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FRED! Martinez enjoys a birthday Oct. 28. 27. Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to Fred Flickinger celebrates a birthday Friday, Jessup Elementary Phyllis Geries who celebrates her day Oct. Oct. 23. His wife, Leslie, daughters Kimberly On Oct. 28, Debbie Fewell and Emily 28. and Courtney and son-in-law Chris, parents Simancas celebrate a birthday. LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Marie and David and brother Davy send Meador Elementary E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, con- happy birthday wishes on Fred’s special day. Birthday greetings are sent to Darlene gratulations, etc., to mynews@southbeltlead Best Friends The Lariaette of the Week for Oct. 12 through NOT AN ADULT JUST YET, TYLER! Davis Oct. 22. er.com with OTBF in the subject line. Items Oct. 16 is Joanna Garza, the daughter of Anna Tyler Scarberry celebrates his 18th birth- Moore Elementary must be submitted by Friday noon for the next and Raymond Garza. She is a sophomore and a day Wednesday, Oct. 28. Lots of love is sent to Special birthday wishes are sent to Ann week’s publication. Boutique first-year member of the Lariaettes. Pets need Love- Bring yours in Dobie debate excels Dobie Band Section of the Week for some at Alief Hastings special TLC. Twenty-six Dobie debat- These students not only Same Location 24 Years ers enjoyed tough competi- presented themseves excep- tion at Alief Hastings High tionally well, but represented Hughes at Beltway 8 School on Oct. 16 and 17 Dobie with honor. against 44 other schools. Joining these in the list of In a contest with 74 other accolades are Stephanie Vu in 281-484-9655 students, Jonathan Lo was student Congress, Sanny Do presented the first-place in novice prose, Ariel Hebert award for the best novice in novice prose and original extemporaneous speaker. oratory, Shekeyla Caldwell in Southbelt Montessori School Shekeyla Caldwell brought dramatic interpretation and Day Care Facility • 2 Locations home two second-place tro- impromptu speaking, Shelly phies in original oratory and Tran in prose interpretation, 10904 Scarsdale #300 • 281-484-7666 prose interpretation. These Loren Gautney in novice ex- 12495 Scarsdale • 281-484-7222 two contests began with 94 temporaneous, and Alexander and 55 entries respectively. LaCamu in humorous inter- Of the 85 original entries, pretation, as they earned the Zaheer Kamal emerged in right to compete in semifinal fifth place at the end of the rounds. impromptu speaking contest. The next competition will Sarah Taqvi was gracious in be held Nov. 6-7 at Clear Free her acceptance of the eighth- Lake High School. place trophy from the field of Trish Boudra and Jody Registration 94 students in original orato- Janis are the J. Frank Dobie ry. speech and debate coaches. $95 per week Like seeing your child’s name in the all ages South Belt Leader? • Open Monday thru Friday, 6a.m.-7p.m. Thank our advertisers! • All Meals Provided The Dobie Longhorn Marching Band recognized the bass week. Section members are, left to right, German Martinez, drums as Section of the Week at the Dobie versus Deer Park Kevin Rodriguez, T.J. Settles, Gilbert Gaona and Keenan • All Caregivers CPR & First Aid Certifi ed football game on Oct. 10. These students were honored for their Jenkins. • Accepting children 6 wks - 8 yrs old JSC Federal Credit Union hard work and outstanding performances during the previous Photo submitted • NCI Accepted

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lower than the effective tax rate, operating revenue for and design work for science, for the disability exemption Beamer Rd. $ 00 exam, x-rays & rate of 17.0806 cents. the 2009-2010 fiscal year is health, and transportation will not see an increase. consultation The rate is made up of an estimated to decrease by buildings is under way, and In June 2009, the district’s Braces 20. assessment for operations approximately $1.4 million, ground breaking is planned board authorized a $20,000 Scarsdale Blvd. Teeth Whitening off your first Enjoy These Benefits: (11.4293 cents) and a sepa- and debt service revenue is in the first quarter of 2010. increase (from $102,500 to 20% treatment  Free Checking Accounts rate assessment for principal expected to increase by Property owners may see $122,500) in the more than Children’s Dentistry  Savings/Investment Accounts and interest due (5.6507 cents) approximately $3.3 million an increase in their tax bills if 65 and disability exemptions. 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South Belt Graphics & Printing HCMG schedules One stop for all your printing needs • Business Forms • Business Cards • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes November events • Wedding Invitations • Thank You Notes • Menus • Directories and much more! 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 The Harris County Master visit the Web site at http:// Gardener events for the hcmgap2.tamu.edu. month of November are: Open Garden Day TRUNK -R- TREAT Green Thumb The public is invited to Gardening Series tour the working and demon- OCT.30TH 6-8 p.m. Dr. John Jacob, Harris stration gardens maintained county extension specialist, by the Harris County Master games-prizes-candy-food- fun will present a program on Gardeners at Precinct 2 Mon- @ Freeway Baptist Church soils and composting Tues- day, Nov. 16, from 9 to10:30 8702 Kingspoint Nellie Waltz recently celebrated her 96th birthday at the home of her son, day, Nov.10, from 6:30 to 9 a.m. at Genoa Friendship James Waltz, of Richmond. Waltz was born in Trinity, Texas, in 1913. She p.m. at the Bass Pro Shops, Garden, 1202 Genoa Red www.freewaybc.com Highway 288 at the Sam Bluff. Everyone Welcome was one of 11 children raised on a farm. Her “Papa” taught her how to grow Houston Tollway in Pearland. The garden includes an vegetables, milk a cow, wring a chicken’s neck and pick cotton. Her “Moma” These lectures are free and extensive vegetable garden, taught her how to cook on a wood-burning stove and how to make her own open to the public. fruit orchard, perennials, clothes and quilts. She was married to the late Rufus Waltz for 56 years. For more information visit roses, herb and cactus gar- WWATERBEDATERBED She has three children, 12 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and two the Web site at http://hcm- dens and two working green- great-great-grandchildren. Her children and grandchildren are primarily gap2.tamu.edu. houses. Master Gardeners will AACCESSORIESCCESSORIES & SERVICESERVICE from the South Belt area. Waltz has lived a long and plentiful life and still Master Gardener be on hand to answer garden- enjoys good health. She has been to the Holy Land three times. She enjoys Lecture Series ing questions during this free 713-644-4444 talking on the phone to all of her relatives, still cleans her own home and Dr. Anthony Camerino, event. Children are welcome, commercial horticulture but must be accompanied by 11655 Gulf Freeway enjoys working in her yard. Members of her family pictured above are, left agent for Harris County, will an adult at all times. to right, (front row) Julia Waltz, Nellie Waltz, Isabella and Jacob Waltz, present a program titled Top One-gallon or smaller email: [email protected] (second row) James and Beth Waltz, Allison Naquin holding Jet deClercq, Ten Tree Myths on Nov. 18, at plastic plant pots and trays www.waterbedaccessoriesandservice.com Debbie Waltz Naquin, Amy Longoria Waltz, Brett Waltz, (third row) Mat- 10 a.m. in the meeting room can be brought to Open thew deClercq and Taylor Naquin deClercq, Abby Naquin, Kristen Wright, at Clear Lake Park (on the Garden Day to be recycled. FREE MULTI-PURPOSE CONDITIONER Sharon Waltz Wright, Price Naquin, (back row) Chris Wright holding Abi- lakeside), 5001 NASA Park- For more information visit WITH FIRST $50.00 PURCHASE gal Wright, and Tina and Jim Waltz. way in Seabrook. the Web site at http://hcmgap For more information, 2.tamu.edu. 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MMountount OOlivelive LLutheranutheran CHURCH DIRECTORY 1103100310 SScarsdalecarsdale Blvd.Blvd. 281-922-5673281-922-5673 The Catholic Community of This Week’s Message: Pastor Randy W. Ledbetter ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST Rev. James Burkart, Pastor New Covenant www.mountolivehouston.org Rev. Thomas Puthusseril, Parochial Vicar 11011 Hall Rd. Houston, TX 77089 What Has God Got In Services: 8 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Christian Church www.stlukescatholic.com Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. LITURGY SCHEDULE Mind For You? 10603 Blackhawk Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. 281-484-4230 Adult Bible Class: 9:30 a.m. Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. How would you know? Sunday 1:00 p.m. Misa en Espanol Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. Kirkwood South Christian Church We’ve Enlarged Our Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. Day Care Facilities Contemporary Worship 9:45 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated “Where God Makes Lives Better” Sunday School 9:45 & 11 a.m. Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 6 to 7 p.m Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. 10811 Kirkfair (At Beamer) Parish Office 281-481-6816 Faith Formation 281-481-4251 www.kscc-disciples.org WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 281-481-0004 or 713-444-0044 Sunday Wednesday St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, Sunday School - 9 a.m. • Family Worship - 10 a.m. Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. youth, children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. widowed. Listen to our Minister’s messages at Cokesbury United Methodist Church www.kscc-disciples.org/pages/sermons Nursery Available at all Services 281-484-9243 • 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Page 6, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 22, 2009 Ochoa practices Koryciak Hitchin’ an elephant ride responsibility graduates Travis Austin Koryciak, a 2009 graduate of Do- bie High School and son of Robert and Stella Ko- ryciak of Sagemont, completed 13 weeks in one of the toughest recruit basic training programs in the U.S. Military on Oct. 9, at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. Koryciak completed basic training with India Company, covering topics such as terrorism, combat fi rst aid, sur- vival, swimming (with full combat gear) marks- manship, Marine Corps history, and Mideast cultural training. His training culminated when he received his Marine Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem after completing the “Crucible,” an ex- ercise where recruits are physically and mentally challenged (in full combat gear) to complete a 52-mile hike, climb a mountain, and successfully navigate a rigorous series of 28 obstacles, all with only six hours of sleep and two meals in 54 hours. He was awarded the rank of private fi rst class and will return to California for nine weeks of advanced combat rifl eman school, Camp Pend- The second-grade classes of Stuchbery Elementary went on a field trip to leton, followed by one month of desert warfare the Shrine Circus recently. Four teachers and a school counselor were brave training in California. “Devil Dog” PFC Kory- enough to ride the elephant. Shown are, left to right, Sharon Woodruff, ciak is assigned to 1st Battalion, 23rd Marines at Sharon Brantly, Tina Jo Flotten, Shirley Young and Linda Escamilla. The Ellington Joint Reserve Base. students were overwhelmed to see the staff members on the elephant. Photo submitted Orchestra travels to Chicago Register before Nov. 6 for December ACT test Registration is now open guessing or answering all the inexpensive test prep materi- for the Dec. 12, 2009, ACT questions on each test sec- als to assist test takers get achievement test. This date is tion. In fact, it is beneficial ready for the exam. However, a great time for seniors to for test takers to answer all the best preparation is to take take the ACT before submit- questions within the time rigorous core courses in ting college applications. allowed. school, study hard, and learn Students who wish to take During registration, stu- the academic skills needed in the college admission and dents may select up to four college. placement exam must regis- universities to receive their Most students register ter before Nov. 6, 2009. score reports. ACT scores are online at www.actstudent. The ACT is a curriculum- accepted by all four-year col- org. Students may also pick based achievement exam. It leges and universities across up registration forms from tests what students have actu- the United States. ACT re- their high school counseling ally learned in school, not ports scores only when re- offices; these forms must be Moore Elementary student Isaac Ochoa, left, their aptitude for learning. quested to do so by the stu- postmarked by Nov. 6, 2009. second-grader in Elizabeth Neubauer’s class, The ACT also measures dent. Additional score reports Late registration is available practices the character trait of responsibility by what students need to know are available for a small fee. until Nov. 20, 2009, for an helping out head custodian Gloria Guillen. to be ready for entry-level All students complete a extra $21 fee. college-credit courses based detailed inventory of ques- ––– on ACT College Readiness tions during ACT registra- ACT is an independent, Standards™. Every student’s tion. Each test taker receives not-for-profit organization results can be tied directly to an ACT score report that that provides an array of these consistent standards. includes a wide variety of assessment, research, and The ACT has four sections information to assist with program management solu- The Dobie High School Chamber I Orchestra will Evan Weaver, Johnny Martinez, Rolando Medina, – English, mathematics, read- high school course selection, tions in the areas of education travel to the Midwest Clinic in Chicago in December. George Cortez, Kathleen Nguyen, Alan Diep, Steeve ing and science – and takes college readiness, career and workforce development. To support this trip, a catered dinner concert fund- Bui, (third row) Bridgette Jagdeo, Erik Olmos, about three hours to com- planning, and college admis- Each year, ACT serves raiser will be held at the school Tuesday, Oct 27, Dorthy Tran, Samantha Gomez, Chris Soto, Davy plete. sions. millions of people in high Free at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $12 each in the Chan, Kenny Nguyen, Janelle Argueta, Angelica Students who take the The cost for the ACT test schools, colleges, professional Rent orchestra room and should be purchased by Friday, Guevara, Angela Nguyen, Michelle Cantu, (fourth ACT Plus Writing complete without writing is $32. When associations, businesses, and Oct. 23. Chamber I members are, left to right, (front row) Heather Jung, Paige Sanchez, Ben Husband, an optional writing test that combined with the optional government agencies – nation- row) Josh Bernal, Demmi Garcia, Jonathan Lo, An Stephen Salazar, Robert Martin, Rachael Jagdeo, requires an additional 30 ACT Writing Test, the total ally and internationally. ESTABLISHED DAYCARE SPACE Nguyen, Jisha Jose, Katey Miille, Stefanie Ta, Denisse Nyla Vasquez, Tyara Hernandez, (back row) Joshua minutes. cost is $47. Students who Now celebrating its 50th Pacheco, (second row) Alberto Moreno, Tam Nguyen, Vo, Tinh Nguyen and Katelyn Vargas. Unlike other exams, stu- qualify may apply for a fee anniversary, ACT offers a FOR LEASE dents are not penalized for waiver through their high wide variety of solutions that Beamer Profesional Center school counselor. share one guiding purpose – 13630 BEAMER Across from San Jac College The ACT Web site, www. to help people achieve educa- Approximately 4,000 Sq. Ft. actstudent.org, has helpful tion and workplace success. READY FOR OCCUPANCY BHI releases honor rolls for first six-weeks information, free sample For more information about items, and options to order ACT, visit www.act.org. • Competitive Rates • Ample Parking Beverly Hills Intermediate weeks grading period of the Isaias Gonzalez, Suzette Max Aguirre, Deanna Marie Alexander Maldonado, Levi • On Site Management • Excellent Location School recently released its 2009-2010 school year. Stu- Gonzalez, Adolfo Javier Gra- Alanis, Maria Isabel Alarcon, Keelin Marshall, Dazhanique 281-484-1111 honor rolls for the first six- dents earning status are: cia, Valeria Michelle Hernan- Kendrick Elijah Allen, Adrian Tyree McCloud, Andrew Me- Seventh grade dez Tavera, Jason Paul Hesser, Xavier Almendarez, Eliza drano, Diana Laura Menchaca, Bay Area Arts Festival Gerardo Acevedo, Abrahan Tanya Tho Ho, Ryan Duc Selena Alvarado, Benjamin Nicole Denise Mendoza, Jon- Alanis, Shikeem Bryant Huynh, Austin John Ingalls, Dean Arnett, Stephanie athan Nicolas Mitchell and Anthony, Emmanuel Gaytan Mark Anthony Iraheta, Caleb Arroyo, Carolina Sanmiguel Mohamad Osama Mohamad. scheduled Nov. 6 & 7 Arizpe, Oscar Arredondo, Ray Irving, Anthony Duane Avila, Liliana Azar and Abner Yvonne Marie Molina, Alondra Arriaga, Kristal Palo- Keller, Alex Sam Kwok and Mike Baerga. Elizabeth Ashley Montemay- The third annual Bay Experience the uniqueness South Belt ma Ayala, Christopher Alonso Jordan Jacob Luna. Valerie Alena Baez, Zech- or, Savannah Nicole Montoya, Area Houston Arts Festival and diversity of each location Azaldegui, Gabriela Bena- Deanna Gabrielle Martin- ariah Isaac Bailey, Ryan Lee Christopher Andrew Morgan, and Stages, featuring food, while celebrating each com- vides, Victoria Alexis Black- ez, Marcos Martinez, Davion Baker, Calvin Bankhead, Chanse Manuel Morris, Chayse entertainment, and the oppor- munity’s love for art. Graphics & Printing mon, Stephanie Blanco and Cordellstephon Matthews, Sa- Destinye Ayesha Barnes-Hall, Martin Morris, Geraldine Nav- tunity to purchase original The primary location is Carlos Enrique Borri. vanna McCormack, Edward Adrian G. Barrera, Isaac Belle, arrete, Alexander T. Nguyen, creations from area artists the Arts Alliance Center at Kiyah Simone Brooks, Medina, Juan Luis Melesio, Haitem Benachour, Dessarae Amber Autumn Nguyen, Anh and crafters, is set for Nov. 6 Clear Lake, 2000 NASA One stop for all your wedding needs: Madeline Nichole Buchman, Eduardo Alfonso Mira, Madi- Rose Blackwell, Erin Nicole Thu Cindy Nguyen, Jennifer and 7. Parkway. The stages incude Genovy Lisette Cabrera, Gil- son Taylor Moreno, Destiny Blackwell, Corey Bouleris Nguyen and Kenny Nguyen. The festival has expanded Nassau Bay Sundance Grill berto Hernan Campa, Chris- Aliya Muniz, Betram Truong and Ironesha Lynn Brewer. Kevin Nguyen, Mailynn to include stages-venues in at Waterford Harbor, Kemah Invitations • Reception Cards tina Marie Castillo, Flavio Nguyen, Elissa Huong Nguyen Briana Yolanda Brown, Nguyen, Thao Mai Nguyen, two Bay Area communities and Mediterraneo Market and Gabriel Castillo, Karina E. and Michelle Huyen Nguyen. Stephanie Lynn Buenrostro, Thien Luong Van Nguyen, Each venue integrates food, Café also in Nassau Bay. Chaidez, Anthony Chapa, Ngoc Mai Nguyen, Nhu- Peter Dinh Bui, Dustin Tyler Shelby Keith Nunez, Stepha- art, and entertainment. The festival will be held Response Cards • Thank You Notes John Matthew DeLaRosa, binh Liza Nguyen, Tina Hoai Bulman, Gerardo Alberto nie Orozco, Aliyah Cierra Plenty of hands-on arts Nov. 6 and 7, from 10 a.m. to Andres Delgado and Jason Nguyen, Zaed Dac Nguyen, Campos, Katya Canales, Pab- Ortega, Jasmine Osorio, Ale- activities for kids of all ages, 8 p.m. Tickets are $3 per per- Alec Diaz. Andrea Nicaragua, Jose Angel lo Canales, Matthew Drew jerando Cruz Pack, Aimee G. as well as moonwalks, rock- son with children under 12 Matchbooks • Scrolls • Napkins Christen Grace Dryden, Nuncio, Gerardo Angel Nun- Cantu, Maria Guadalupe Car- Perez, Eduardo Adrian Perez, climbing and more will be free admission. 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The high school varsity narrowed to just two games, decided in many of the dis- still rolling along, sporting a While Dobie is taking on teams is looking to avoid Clear Lake, fi nish the reg- volleyball season has been and there is still plenty to be tricts. 10-2 record with remaining Sam Rayburn Oct. 23, Deer the No. 3 playoff seeding, ular season with a home Upcoming matches .friendswoodteendriving.net .friendswoodteendriving.net .friendswoodteendriving.net This much is true: both matches at Sam Rayburn Park (10-2) will be hosting which will likely include match against Clear Springs Clear Brook and Dobie Oct. 23 and at home against Pearland. an area-round playoff bat- Oct. 23 and then a road .friendswoodteendriving.net have already qualifi ed for Pearland Oct. 27. Deer Park, which handed tle against District 24-5A match at Alvin Oct. 27. Dobie: at Sam Rayburn Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m.; the postseason. In some districts, that Pearland its lone loss of champion Clear Lake. The Class 5A playoffs hosts Pearland Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m. What’s yet to be deter- 10-2 mark might be good the 22-5A season back on Speaking of Clear Lake, are set to begin Nov. 2-3 as mined is just exactly where enough to win a district Sept. 29, will enter its tussle the Lady Falcons have the bidistrict round opens. .friendswoodteendriving.net 365 345 the two teams will land in championship. against Pearland riding a wrapped up the top spot in At this point, coaches at Brook: hosts Clear Springs Oct. 23, 6:30 www.friendswoodteendriving.net the University Interscholas- Currently, it’s not in Dis- nine-match winning streak. 24-5A after knocking off Dobie and Clear Brook are p.m.; at Alvin Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m. tic League’s bracket. trict 22-5A, where Pearland Dobie’s best-cast sce- Clear Brook (10-2) in four looking at a variety of pos-

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Page 2, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 22, 2009 Dobie grad Bias starring at SFA George Bias, a 2007 Bias is the lone non-senior where he is stationed at graduate of Dobie High starter on the offensive line, right tackle. South Belt School, is playing a key He worked his way into role during Stephen F. Aus- the starting lineup as a football tin University’s 5-1 start on freshman and has simply the football fi eld. performed better and better predictions The Lumberjacks, off during his career. to a 2-0 start in Southland “I really believe that Troy Leland John Bechtle Eli Tanksley Toni Muse Emory Gadd Joe Craddock Conference play, are ranked George has all the tools to Dobie vs. 15th in the National Col- be the best right tackle in Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie legiate Athletic Associa- our league this season, de- Pasadena tion Division I-AA Sports spite his sophomore stand- Clear Brook hosts Network poll and 18th in ing,” said Chris Truax, the Brook Brook Brook Brook Brook Brook the Football Championship Lumberjacks’ offensive line Galveston Ball Subdivision rankings. coach. Pasadena Memorial at Memorial La Porte Memorial Memorial La Porte Memorial Bias is a big reason why “He has all-conference La Porte the Lumberjacks have been ability on the fi eld and takes so succesful to this point. care of his business in the Brazoswood at Clear Creek Brazoswood Creek Creek Brazoswood Brazoswood Brazoswood The 6-foot-3, 295-pound George Bias classroom. He is a hard worker who comes to prac- Clear Lake at tice every day with a great Dickinson Dickinson Dickinson Dickinson Dickinson Dickinson Lions’ volleyball sets attitude. I really would like Dickinson to see him be more vocal on P.A. Memorial at P.A. Memorial P.A. Memorial P.A. Memorial P.A. Memorial P.A. Memorial P.A. Memorial the fi eld and be more of a Beaumont West Brook Melillo student night leader.” The Thompson Interme- The volleyball matches will Bias redshirted at SFA Aldine at Eisenhower Aldine Eisenhower Aldine Eisenhower Eisenhower Eisenhower diate volleyball program start at 5 p.m. during the 2007 season as will host Dixie Melillo Mid- Melillo students and one a football player. Academi- dle School Student Night parent will be granted free cally, he is a junior who is Manvel at Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood as the Lady Lions take on admission to the matches. well on his way to earning an accounting degree. Jackson Tuesday, Nov. 3 . Melillo students will be La Marque at Santa Fe La Marque La Marque Santa Fe Santa Fe La Marque Santa Fe An assortment of pre- able to get their tickets dur- His mother, Lydia, says she has not missed a game match activities, including ing physical education class Fort Bend Marshall at games, prizes and plenty of in the days leading up to the since her son’s career be- Hightower Hightower Hightower Hightower Hightower Hightower fun, will begin at 4:30 p.m. matches. gan. Bias’ father, Bobby, Fort Bend Hightower is also a big Lumberjacks’ fan. This week’s record 4-6 7-3 4-6 7-3 4-6 7-3 Rightly so, Bias is quick- ly making a name for him- Season record 49-30 44-35 50-29 50-29 37-42 46-33 Sports calendar self on the fi eld. VOLLEYBALL Thursday, Oct. 22 Thompson 8 Light vs. Beverly Hills, Dobie, 4:30 Bay Area Football League enters regular season fi nal week Thompson 8 Dark vs. Beverly Hills, Dobie, 5:45 Thompson 7 Light vs. Beverly Hills, Dobie, 4:30 There is one fi nal regu- the league. the playoffs. The quarter- the National conference. In feated the Santa Fe Braves up Estrada’s second touch- Junior Cowboys 38 Thompson 7 Dark vs. Beverly Hills, Dobie, 5:45 lar season week for teams The BAFL is broken fi nal (Oct. 31) and semi- the Super Bowl (Nov. 21) three times, and the South- down of the game. Panthers 19 in the Bay Area Football down into American and fi nal (Nov. 7) rounds will round, the American con- belt Dolphins won twice In the fourth quarter, The Cowboys’ junior di- Friday, Oct. 23 League to make the playoff National Conferences. pit American conference ference champions will take and lost twice against the Hambright’s terrifi c recep- vision team remained in the Clear Brook varsity hosts Clear Springs, 6:30 round, which begins Oct. 31 The top four teams in each teams playing one another. on those from the National East End Eagles. tion sealed the win as he playoff hunt after pounding Dobie varsity at Sam Rayburn, 6:30 at various locations within conference will advance to The same will play out in conference. Senior Cowboys 25 found the end zone. the Panthers 38-19. Clear Brook JV hosts Clear Springs, 5:30 With the fi nal week of Panthers 6 Other players who helped In the junior division, Dobie JV at Sam Rayburn, 5:30 the regular season coming The Cowboys’ seniors in the win included Darrius the Pearland Patriots and Clear Brook freshman A hosts Clear Springs, 4:30 BHI eighth-grade volleyball excels Oct. 24, some teams have beat the Pasadena Panthers Cooper, Josh Garza, Jesse League City ’49ers are in Dobie freshman A at Sam Rayburn, 4:30 Beverly Hills Intermedi- defense and be more ag- the Dark team played Park already qualifi ed for the 25-6, ensuring a trip to the Nunez, Jacob Allison, Ar- the playoffs. Dobie freshman B at Sam Rayburn, 4:30 ate’s eighth-grade volley- gressive at the net. View and went on to win playoffs, while several oth- playoffs along the way. ron McCann, Marcus Solis, The Cowboys (5-4) need ball program is still in the In the back row, Valerie two of the three games. ers are holding out hope of Ricky Hambright scored Noah Trevino, Xavier Grif- a win over the Southbelt Tuesday, Oct. 27 midst of a solid season. Baez played well, receiving The next day (Oct. 16), making the party. the fi rst touchdown in the fi n, Ricardo Estrada, Nick Dolphins in the fi nal week Dobie varsity hosts Pearland, 6:30 The Lady Bears played everything coming her way. the Bears had to face San During ninth-week play, fi rst quarter. Melendez, Johnathan Batal- to have a chance at the play- Clear Brook varsity at Alvin, 6:30 Miller in regular-season ac- Baez also had six kills and Jacinto. Beverly Hills lost the Sagemont Cowboys had Ricky Estrada scored the la, Andrew Harnisch, Ross offs. Dobie JV hosts Pearland, 5:30 tion Oct. 15, and the Dark 10 great serves. to San Jacinto earlier in the the fi nest outings, sweeping Cowboys’ second touch- Lambert, Kenneth Gibson- Sophomore Cowboys 33 Clear Brook JV at Alvin, 5:30 team also played in the Pas- Andrea Galvan hustled season, but was determined each of its games against down. Nwosu, Noah Longoria, Panthers 6 Dobie freshman A hosts Pearland, 4:30 adena Independent School for every ball and added to win the match. the Pasadena Panthers. Malik Peters had a big Gabriel Elias, Jose Torres At the sophomore level, Clear Brook freshman A at Alvin, 4:30 District tournament Oct. two kills and fi ve serves. Somdah played extreme- The Ellington Rams de- run in the third quarter to set and Kevin Collins. Continued on Page 3B Dobie freshman B hosts Pearland, 4:30 15-16. Briana Guevara contributed ly well in the back row with Clear Brook freshman B at Alvin, 4:30 Against Miller, the Dark nine serves and two tips, nine points scored. Riley Beverly Hills 7 Dark hosts Southmore, 4:30 team came out slow against Jessica Montoya had three Miller led the way with 12, Pasadena ISD Intermediate Football Standings Beverly Hills 7 Light hosts Southmore, 5:45 the Falcons, which cost great serves and Amber Audrey Medina and Amy Beverly Hills 8 Dark hosts Southmore, 4:30 them the match. Nguyen also played well by Hallaron each had four Through Oct. 14 games Beverly Hills 8 Light hosts Southmore, 5:45 In the fi rst game, the Lady adding three scoring serves points scored. Thompson 7 Dark hosts San Jacinto, 4:30 Bears found themselves un- and strong receiving on the The Bears defeated San Thompson 7 Light hosts Southmore, 5:45 able to return many of the back row. Jacinto two out of three Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD Thompson 8 Dark hosts San Jacinto, 4:30 Falcons’ serves. The fi rst game ended games. Thompson 8 Light hosts San Jacinto, 5:45 During second-game with a score of 25-23 in fa- In the last match against play, the Bears had great vor of the Lady Bears. Southmore, the Bears kept Intermediate Football Intermediate Football Thursday, Oct. 29 defensive plays at the net In the second game, the the momentum going to Beverly Hills at 7 Light tourn., Thompson, TBA from Tessa Somdah, who Bears were ready for anoth- sweep Southmore. 8A Records District Overall 7A Records District Overall Thompson hosts 7 Light tourn., TBA also contributed eight good er tough match. Beverly Hills played well Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T Beverly Hills at 8 Light tourn., Jackson, TBA serves and six tips. Karina Ramirez stepped at the net with Destinye Thompson at 8 Light tourn., Jackson, TBA Lauren Lozano also up and served eight points Barnes-Hall adding fi ve tips Beverly Hills 2 0 0 5 1 0 Beverly Hills 2 0 0 5 1 0 played well, adding nine in a row, placing the ball in and fi ve serves, Kaneesha Queens 2 0 0 5 1 0 South Houston 2 0 0 4 2 0 Friday, Oct. 30 serves and three aces for every hole on the fl oor. Williams turning in three San Jacinto 1 2 0 3 3 0 Beverly Hills at 7 Light tourn., Thompson, TBA the Lady Bears, who rallied By that time, the Lady tips and Somdah delivering South Houston 1 1 0 4 2 0 Thompson hosts 7 Light tourn., TBA back before Miller eventu- Bears were comfortably in seven serves and two kills. Southmore 1 2 0 2 4 0 Southmore 1 2 0 2 4 0 Beverly Hills at 8 Light tourn., Jackson, TBA ally won the game 27-25. the lead and never looked The Bears served well to Queens 0 2 0 0 6 0 Thompson at 8 Light tourn., Jackson, TBA The Light team came out back. Breshaun Franklin end the match with serves San Jacinto 0 3 0 1 4 0 and realized the Falcons dominated, contributing 10 from Miller who had 10 SOCCER were ready to play when serves, three tips and 14 and Lozano who ended the Thursday, Oct. 22 they blocked a kill try on kills. The Bears ended the match with 12 good serves, Game Scores Game Scores San Jacinto College at Richland, Dallas, 7:00 the fi rst play of the game. match with a score of 25- including two aces. Beverly Hills 30, San Jacinto 0 Beverly Hills 32, San Jacinto 0 The Lady Bears then 14. Along the way, Beverly Queens 49, Southmore 8 Bondy 26, South Houston 20 pulled together to play great In the PISD tournament, Hills claimed fourth place. Saturday, Oct. 24 Southmore 20, Queens 0 San Jacinto College at Northern Oklahoma, 1:00 Bondy 40, South Houston 8 Sunday, Oct. 25 Thompson Lion football Zone B W L T W L T San Jacinto College at Cisco, noon Zone B W L T W L T Bondy 2 0 0 5 1 0 Thompson 2 0 0 6 0 0 FOOTBALL Miller 2 1 0 3 3 0 Thursday, Oct. 22 Thompson 2 0 0 5 1 0 dominates Miller teams Bondy 1 1 0 4 2 0 Dobie JV vs. Pasadena, Auxiliary, 6:30 The Thompson Interme- Lions’ 8B 36 Thompson started slowly Park View 2 1 0 2 3 0 Clear Brook JV at Galveston Ball, 6:30 diate victory bus kept roll- Miller 6 on offense but got a pair of Jackson 0 2 0 1 5 0 Park View 1 2 0 2 4 0 Dobie sophomores at Atascocita, 5:00 ing Oct. 13-14 as the Lions The Lions’ eighth-grade 1-yard quarterback sneaks Jackson 0 2 0 1 5 0 Clear Brook sophomores at Terry, 4:30 swept a four-game set from B team had an easy time from Ty Lozano to take a Miller 0 3 0 0 6 0 Clear Brook freshman A at Galveston Ball, 6:30 the Miller Falcons. against the Falcons, win- lead in the second quarter. Dobie freshman Orange at Pasadena, 4:30 The Lions allowed just ning 36-6. DeAndre Jackson came Game Scores Clear Brook freshman B at Galveston Ball, 4:30 14 points in the two eighth- On offense, the fi rst play through with several tough Game Scores Dobie freshman White at Pasadena, 4:30 Thompson 36, Miller 0 grade contests and shut out of the game was a long pass runs to set up Lozano’s fi rst Bondy 40, San Jacinto 8 the Falcons in the pair of from Andrew Bravo to Wes- score. Bondy 26, South Houston 20 Friday, Oct. 23 seventh-grade games. ley Schoppe to get the Li- A 45-yard completion Thompson 38, Miller 8 Park View 26, Jackson 10 Clear Brook hosts Galveston Ball, Veteran’s, 7:00 For the season, the Li- ons inside the Miller 5-yard from Lozano to Jarvis Les- Park View 16, Jackson 12 Dobie vs. Pasadena, Newcomb, 7:00 ons now have a district-best line ter set up the second score. record of 22-2 in 24 com- That set up a 2-yard John Gonzalez-Granholm 7B Records District Overall Tuesday, Oct. 27 bined games played in the touchdown run by Matt Sa- kicked a pair of conversion 8B Records District Overall Zone A W L T W L T Thompson 8A vs. Jackson, Newcomb, 5:00 four divisions. las and the extra point kick kicks as the Lions fi nally Thompson 8B vs. Jackson, Newcomb, 5:00 Lions’ 8A 38 by Schoppe for an 8-0 lead. began to roll. Zone A W L T W L T South Houston 2 0 0 3 2 1 Beverly Hills 7A at Queens, 5:00 Miller 8 A long touchdown run Gonzalez-Granholm had Beverly Hills 2 0 0 4 2 0 Beverly Hills 2 0 0 5 1 0 Beverly Hills 7B hosts Queens, 5:00 The eighth-grade Lions by Miller cut the Lions’ lead a 70-yard kickoff return woke up after the Falcons to 8-6, but the Lions roared to open the second half as San Jacinto 2 1 0 3 2 0 San Jacinto 1 2 0 3 3 0 Wednesday, Oct. 28 ran the ball down the fi eld back. Thompson kept the pressure Queens 1 0 1 4 1 1 Southmore 1 2 0 3 3 0 Dobie sophomores vs. Memorial, Auxiliary, 6:30 early, recovering to win 38- Jeremiah Pipkins scored on the Falcons. Beverly Hills 8A at Queens, 5:00 8. two touchdowns, and Salas Jonathan Shaw eventual- Southmore 0 2 1 2 3 1 Queens 0 2 0 3 3 0 Beverly Hills 8B hosts Queens, 5:00 Josh Johnson had a su- and Schoppe also found the ly found the end zone after South Houston 0 2 0 2 4 0 Thompson 7A at Jackson, 5:00 perb game, scoring four- end zone for the Lions as a 12-yard reception. Thompson 7B hosts Jackson, 5:00 touchdowns. the rout was on. Rashaad Randall had a Game Scores Travarus Ansley got on A grueling 12-play drive 20-yard scoring dash in the South Houston 19, Bondy 0 Thursday, Oct. 29 the scoreboard with a per- to begin the second half was fourth quarter as Thompson Game Scores Beverly Hills 39, San Jacinto 22 Dobie JV vs. Sam Rayburn, Auxiliary, 6:30 fectly executed screen play the fi nal big blow as the Li- closed out the easy victory. Queens 6, Southmore 6 Clear Brook JV hosts Clear Springs, 6:30 Southmore 13, Queens 0 that accounted for 61 yards ons ran behind good block- Defensively, Damien Beverly Hills 19, San Jacinto 8 Clear Brook sophomores host Clear Springs, 4:30 and a touchdown. ing from Mauricio Rivera, Molina had an interception Dobie freshman Orange hosts Sam Rayburn, 4:30 Orr Benami kicked to his Angel Garcia, Michael Bel- and Nathan Flores scooped Bondy 30, South Houston 0 Dobie freshman White hosts Sam Rayburn, 4:30 potential, going 4 for 5 in tran, Angelo Symeonidis, up a Falcons’ fumble. Zone B W L T W L T Clear Brook freshman A at Clear Springs, 4:30 extra points. Also, Benami’s Jaime Martinez and Ehren Team tackling helped the Thompson 2 0 0 6 0 0 Clear Brook freshman B at Clear Springs, 4:30 Zone B W L T W L T deep kickoffs kept the Fal- Hausler. Lions to the easy win as the Jackson 2 0 0 2 4 0 cons in long yardage situa- The defense played very cast of characters included Bondy 2 0 0 5 1 0 TENNIS tions. strong as well with intercep- Brad Cook, John Rico, Miller 2 1 0 2 3 1 Thursday, Oct. 22 Park View 2 1 0 2 3 0 The offensive line was tions by Mark Hinojosa and Daniel Carter and Anthony Bondy 0 2 0 2 4 0 Dobie at 22-5A championships, TBA led by Caleb Refuge, Den- Schoppe as well as tough Cantu. Thompson 1 1 0 5 1 0 Clear Brook at 22-5A championships, TBA nis Le, Ross Garcia, Salva- play from Tyler Baumann, Offensively, the Lions Park View 0 3 0 1 5 0 dor Banales and Jesse Tate. D’vuntre Brown, Keithon clicked better as the game Jackson 0 2 0 0 6 0 Friday, Oct. 23 The defense had several Robinson, Isaiah Alexis, progressed as Jacob Alford, Miller 0 3 0 1 5 0 Dobie at 22-5A championships, TBA interceptions and fumble re- and Wyatt Cino. Xavier Rodriguez and An- Game Scores Clear Brook at 22-5A championships, TBA coveries to stop the Falcons The win moved the Lions thony Starks stood out. Thompson 30, Miller 0 time and time again. to 5-1 overall this season. Lions’ 7B 30 Saturday, Oct. 24 Those playing well on Lions’ 7A 36 Miller 0 Game Scores Jackson 7, Park View 0 Dobie at 22-5A championships, TBA defense were Joe Lopez, Miller 0 The Lions’ seventh-grade Bondy 30, South Houston 0 South Houston 19, Bondy 0 Clear Brook at 22-5A championships, TBA Jesse Jackson, Adam Zepe- The Lions’ seventh- B team stayed undefeated at Park View 28, Jackson 0 da, Carlos Amaro, Karlton grade A team improved to 6-0 after running past the Wednesday, Oct. 28 Winchester, Abdul Maurei 6-0 overall after crushing Falcons 30-0 with a great Thompson 36, Miller 6 Dobie JV/freshmen at Clear Creek, 3:30 and Zach McMahan. the Falcons 36-0. effort in all phases of play. Thursday, October 22, 2009, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Youth football playoff berths still open BAFL Week 9 Standings Continued from Page 6B tra point. Myles Duke later Saxton also played well. put the Dolphins in front a fumble to guide the defen- the Cowboys’ sophomore scampered 12 yards for a The Rams also got help with an exciting 80-yard sive effort. Senior Division American Senior Division National team went on to rout the touchdown as the Rams led from Alexander Garcia, kickoff return to open the Other Dolphins who Team W L T Team W L T Panthers with a 33-6 com- 13-0 after one quarter of ac- Isaac Garcia, Xavier Mus- game. Javen Hedgeman had helped in the win included plete-game effort. tion. quiz, Zaire Walker, Mikey a 2-point reception for the Eddie Borrego, Ethan Rio- Rams 7 2 0 Texans 7 1 1 Sagemont’s win im- Anthony Owens high- Ramirez, Marcos Rivera, conversion as Southbelt led jas, Samuel Parker, Steven proved the team’s overall lighted second-quarter play Marcus Saenz, Ignacio 7-0. Hernandez, Justin Thomas, Braves 6 3 0 Eagles 7 1 1 record to 2-7 this season. as he raced 65 yards for a Izaguirre, Richard Gary, Hedgeman ran 5 yards Charles Potter, Ryan Puga, Cowboys 6 3 0 Dolphins 7 2 0 Freshman Cowboys 13 score. Childs’ conversion Joshua Jack, D’untre Miller for a touchdown later in JaLon Hunt, Trey Trevino, Panthers 12 run pushed the Rams’ lead and Manuel Frias Jr. the quarter. Jaizac Garcia Byron Flores, Jacob Gar- Panthers 4 5 0 Ravens 7 2 0 The Cowboys’ freshman to 20-0. East End 32 ran for the extra point and a cia, Jamal Phillips, William team played a good game Tywon Mackey Jr. did Senior Dolphins 0 15-0 edge. Fuselier, Rudy Flores, Bryce Cougars 3 6 0 Stingrays 6 3 0 against Pasadena, winning his part with an 8-yard scor- The senior Dolphins lost Ty Wright went 10 yards Feagin, Marshall McGowen 13-12. ing grab from quarterback a battle for fi rst place as for a touchdown in the sec- and K.J. Reyes. Patriots 3 6 0 Sharks 3 6 0 Running the ball well and Jalen Williams. East End walked away with ond quarter. Londen Jen- East End 32 Raiders 3 6 0 Mustangs 1 8 0 scoring from 60 yards out Andrew Rodriguez took a 32-0 win. kins ended the scoring as he Dolphins’ freshmen 0 was Bryant Brown. advantage of his chance Despite the defeat, the went 10 yards on a run be- The Dolphins’ freshman ’49ers 0 9 0 Hurricanes 1 8 0 Nolan Jeffery added a in the fourth quarter with Dolphins are in position to fore halftime. Jacoby Davis team was defeated 32-0 by touchdown from 50 yards a 3-yard touchdown run. make the playoffs in a tough ran for the extra point. East End. Junior Division American Junior Division National out. Andrew Arriaga, Jartis Alexander Duke then inter- division race. Wright had an intercep- With the loss, the Dol- Solomon and Deon Black- cepted a Santa Fe pass and Mason Miller recovered a tion and Jenkins recovered phins slipped to 4-5. Team W L T Team W L T nell had good runs. raced 19 yards the other fumble, and Andrew Lopez Patriots 8 0 1 Hurricanes 9 0 0 Good blocking up way for a touchdown. earned a quarterback sack front came from Duston Owens had 100 yards of in the game to highlight the BAFL Playoff Schedule ’49ers 7 2 0 Dolphins 8 1 0 Dominguez, Logan Wran- total offense in the game. Dolphins’ defensive effort. ich, Eli Mazzochetti-Seide, On defense, the shutout Dolphins juniors 30 Saturday, Oct. 31 Cougars 6 3 0 Texans 6 3 0 Kobe Ruiz, Tyler Stormer, came easy as Mackey led East End 0 Quarterfi nal round: American Conference No. 1 Joseph Reyes, Gage Par- the way with seven tack- Barreling toward the Rams 5 3 1 Stingrays 5 4 0 ham, Shawn Krivik and les. Owens had a pair of playoffs, the Dolphins’ ju- seed vs. No. 4, No. 2 vs. No. 3. National Conference Cowboys 5 4 0 Eagles 4 5 0 Dominic Tamez. quarterback sacks and three nior division team pounded No. 1 seed vs. No. 4, No. 2 vs. No. 3. Good defense was played tackles, and Childs had a East End 30-0. Raiders 2 7 0 Ravens 3 6 0 by Jacob Martinez, Mason fumble recovery, intercep- Now 8-1 this season, the Saturday, Nov. 7 Banhart, Anthony Lopez, tion and two tackles. Dolphins are in the playoffs Semifi nal round: American Conference quarterfi - Panthers 0 9 0 Sharks 2 7 0 Johnathan Morales, Jayden Evan Mottu also helped for sure. Robinson, Johnathan Acos- out, blocking a Santa Fe Bennie Hamilton Jr. nal winners versus one another, National Confer- Braves 0 9 0 Mustangs 0 9 0 ta, Matthew Moron, Zion punt try. opened the game with a ence quarterfi nal winners versus one another. Crawford, Dominguez, Sophomore Rams 42 kickoff return for a touch- Sophomore Division American Sophomore Division National Brown, Solomon, Black- Santa Fe 0 down and went on to score Saturday, Nov. 21 Team W L T Team W L T nell, Parham and Arriaga. Joseph Castaneda and three other times. Super Bowl round: American Confer- Rams 8 1 0 Hurricanes 9 0 0 The Cowboys, now 5-4 Royce Hunter ran for two Eric Detiege also had a ence vs. National Conference winners. All this season, are tied with touchdowns each, and the touchdown run. Quarterback Patriots 8 1 0 Stingrays 8 1 0 two other teams entering Rams’ defense dominated Ernesto Rodriguez threw a times and sites to be announced soon. the fi nal week of the regular as the sophomores crushed fi ne 20-yard completion to ’49ers 7 2 0 Dolphins 6 3 0 season. Santa Fe 42-0. Detiege in the game. The Pearland Patriots At 8-1, the Rams are tied D’Vaughn Pennamon Bay Area Football League Raiders 4 5 0 Texans 5 3 0 and La Marque Cougars with the Pearland Patriots and Isaiah Stoneman logged will make the playoffs. for fi rst place. Both teams sacks of the East End quar- Week 10 Games Braves 3 6 0 Eagles 4 5 0 The Cowboys are tied will advance to the play- terback during the win. Cougars 3 6 0 Sharks 3 6 0 for third place along with offs. Hamilton recovered a Saturday, Oct. 24 League City and Santa Fe, Earl Gresham and Breon fumble, as did Michael Ar- Cowboys 2 7 0 Mustangs 1 8 0 so the Cowboys likely need Simmons also scored touch- nesen. Southbelt Dolphins host Sagemont Cowboys to beat Southbelt in the fi nal downs for the Rams, who Sophomore Dolphins 28 Panthers 0 8 0 Ravens 0 9 0 week to have a shot at the blew the game open with a East End 0 Blackhawk Park playoffs. 28-point third quarter. The Dolphins’ sopho- Freshman Division American Freshman Division National Cowboys’ pee wees star Hunter led the defense, more team ran out to a 28-0 Ellington Rams at Pearland Texans Team W L T Team W L T The Cowboys’ pee wee intercepting four passes in halftime lead and went on to team has had a great sea- the game. down East End by the same , The Rig Patriots 9 0 0 Hurricanes 9 0 0 son, and the team delivered Other defensive stars in- score. another solid performance cluded Barone Rivera, Mon- The Dolphins are 6-3 Game times: Pee wee (8 a.m.); seniors Cougars 8 1 0 Eagles 8 1 0 against Pasadena. trai Scott, John Moreno, heading into the fi nal week Christopher Pineda and Zion Walker, Dimitri Gian- of the season and have qual- (9 a.m.); juniors (10:45 a.m.); sophomores ’49ers 5 4 0 Texans 6 2 0 Luke Giron made their napoulos, Joshua Sordia, ifi ed for the playoffs. (12:30 p.m.); freshmen (2:15 p.m.) Cowboys 5 4 0 Stingrays 5 4 0 way to the end zone in the Alec Figueroa, Malcolm Jeremy Davis quickly game. Weston and Mark Milton. Braves 5 4 0 Dolphins 4 5 0 The Cowboys also got The Rams’ offense coast- great play from Jayden ed with the help of Cas- BAFL Week Nine Results Rams 4 5 0 Mustangs 2 7 0 Balderaz, Chance Cadena, taneda, Gresham, Hunter, Ray Garcia, Xavier Elias, Desmond Owens, DeJuan Teams Srs. Jrs. Sophs. Fr. Panthers 1 7 0 Sharks 1 7 0 Thomas Hall, Josh Carter, Dixson, Michael Dixson, David Banda, Marcus Lind, Michael Slaten, Luke Gil- Cowboys 25 38 33 13 Raiders 0 9 0 Ravens 0 9 0 Grant Gamble, Hector Val- liam, Ivan Tagle, Nick Ir- dez, Kyle Redmon, Keelan win, Anthony Stasiak, Sim- Panthers 6 19 6 12 Brannon, Kaden Fernan- mons, Ernie Guzman and 8-under South Belt Stingers champs again dez, Jonathan Jean, Joseph Matthew Lopez. Marciano Munoz, Matthew Santa Fe 30 Rams 12 35 42 30 Castellano, Kaden Arnold Freshman Rams 20 and Larry Stormer. Despite a great team ef- Braves 6 0 0 20 Senior Rams 12 fort, the Rams’ freshman Santa Fe 6 team lost to Santa Fe 30- Ellington’s senior divi- 20. sion team eased past Santa At 4-5, the Rams are Dolphins 0 30 28 0 Fe 12-6. looking to close out the Eagles 32 0 0 32 The Rams are 7-2 and season strong against the have already qualifi ed for Pearland Texans in the fi nal the playoffs in the Ameri- game. can conference. Against Santa Fe, Devin SJC Foundation/Pettitte golf set In the fi nal week of the Childs scored twice, and regular season, the Rams Travis Watson Jr. also ran The San Jacinto Col- exception. We’re so thank- The second round will will face a tough test from for a touchdown. lege Foundation will host ful to those who participate begin at 12:45 p.m. Both the 7-1-1 Pearland Texans, The defense was led by the 14th annual San Jacinto and support our students rounds include a catered who have made the playoffs Anthony Gracia Jr., Mike College Foundation Golf through scholarships. We lunch. All golfers are in- in the National conference. Powell, Murt Marshall, Fer- Tournament, with guest couldn’t do this without vited to attend the catered Junior Rams 35 nando Sifuentes, Neiman host Andy Pettitte, Thurs- them.” post-tournament dinner Santa Fe 0 Lewis-Wells, Matt Gilliam, day, Oct. 29, 2009, at the The golf tournament The format is a Florida The Rams’ junior team Watson, Joshua Mancia, Battleground Golf Course kicks off Wednesday, Oct. scramble consisting of four- picked up a key win to re- Matt Cervantes, Mateo Guz- in Deer Park. 28, with a reception featur- person teams, regardless of main in the playoff mix in man and Javian Castaneda. Monies raised from this ing live and silent auctions. handicap. the conference. Rams’ pee wees sparkle event are dedicated to stu- Auction items include Two fl ights will be de- Ellington crushed Santa The Rams’ pee wee team dent scholarships. To date, autographed posters of Pet- termined after all scores Fe 35-0, moving to 5-3-1 continued to develop well the San Jacinto College titte, a Houston Texans ver- are submitted, and the aver- this season. With a win over with a great game against Foundation golf tourna- sus Indianapolis Colts suite age score will be the break the Pearland Texans (6-3) in Santa Fe. ment has raised more than package valued at $50,000, point for the division of the the fi nal week of the season, Demontre Carr and Adri- $892,000. a party for 10 people at two fl ights. the Rams will ensure them- an Tamez made their way to “We are pleased to once Minute Maid Park, a week- First place in each fl ight selves a position in the play- the end zone for the Rams. again have Andy Pettitte end at Caesars Palace Las receives a $100 gift certifi - offs. Matthew Balderas, Jor- as our guest host for this Vegas (including airfare) cate to the Battleground pro Against Santa Fe, the dan Soliz, Darrius Pamplin event,” said Susan Arscott, and much more. shop for each player. Rams quickly showed them- and Kelby Williams also vice president of resource Tournament spots and Second place team mem- The 8-under South Belt Stingers went unbeaten to Martinez, Samantha Ortiz, Camryn Wincher, Mc- selves to be superior. played well on offense. development at San Jacinto sponsorships are still avail- bers will each receive a $75 win a select softball tournament in Baytown despite kenzie Ermis, Raylene Martinez, Amaya Montano, Kaelon Woods had a 30- On defense, Kevin College. able. Player entry fee is gift certifi cate to the pro chilly temperatures. Members of the team are, left to Abigail Gallo, (back row) coaches Raul Montano, Les yard run for a touchdown to Taulton recovered a fumble. “This is our top fund- $200. The fi rst round tees shop, and third place team right, (front row) Allyssa Ramirez, Sydney Franco, Wincher, Cheryl Franco and Jimmy Martinez. open the action. DeAndre Edward Lilly, Carr, Dylan raiser every year, and we off Oct. 29 at 7:15 a.m., members will each receive Vivian Martinez, Coco Garcia, (middle row) Adriana Submitted photo Childs then ran for the ex- Dixon, Williams and Ryan know this year will be no with a breakfast included. a $50 gift certifi cate. CALENDAR THURSDAY, OCT. 22 ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. 7 a.m. Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- SATURDAY, OCT. 24 MONDAY, OCT. 26 TUESDAY, OCT. 27 tion, or just drop in. 8:30 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. Noon Family Fall Festival at Memorial Hermann Southeast – Memorial AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Hermann Southeast Hospital’s Annual Family Fall Festival, Health from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Fair & Fun Run is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24. The fun-filled 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. day will begin at 8:30 a.m. with a Fun Run beginning at 8:30 a.m. tion, or just drop in. tion, or just drop in. THINK 6:30 p.m. for adults (5K) and children of all ages (Kids K). The festival will 9 a.m. 11:30 a.m. St. Luke The Evangelist Catholic Church Tutoring – St. Luke’s be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Activities will include Radio Disney, Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech American Begonia Society – Meets the fourth Tuesday of each MONEY offers tutoring classes Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays a Doll/Teddy Bear ER (bring a broken doll or teddy bear for a therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, month at 303 East Main in League City. For more information, call THINK from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the church located at 11011 Hall Road. checkup), a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating (while supplies last), 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for 281-585-3672. For more information, call 281-484-1397 or e-mail joe_pavlicek@ face painting, complimentary Subway® lunch (while supplies last), a complete list of services offered. Noon THE yahoo.com. health and wellness information for kids and adults, and American Noon Free Exercise Class – Basic low impact aerobic classes on 8:30 p.m. Heart Association and Habitat for Humanity information booths. Free Exercise Class – Basic low impact aerobic classes on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at noon at the Sagemont CLASSIFIEDS Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Families are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift to donate Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at noon at the Sagemont Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road. Registration is required. buy... held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays to Toys for Tots. The event will take place at Memorial Hermann Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road. Registration is required. For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria Boulevard. The event is free and For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. 1 p.m. you’ll save Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. open to the public. For more information or to register for the Fun 6 p.m. Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- FRIDAY, OCT. 23 Run, visit www.memorialhermann.org/fall festival. Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. money! 7 a.m. 6 p.m. from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main. For informa- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the NASA Gilruth invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. tion, call 713-472-0565. sell... from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Center on Space Center. Refreshments provided. For more 6:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. you’ll 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554-5675 or George Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech tion, or just drop in. Wieland at 281-286-5682, or visit www.frontiersquares.com. Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and make 10 a.m. SUNDAY, OCT. 25 information. Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. Free Line Dance Class – The Friendswood Senior Citizen 2 p.m. 7 p.m. hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. money! Program offers free line dancing classes. The class is held at Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. Friends of Parker Williams Library – Meetings are held at the 5 p.m. the activity building, located at 416 Morningside. All area senior Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Parker Williams Branch Library on the fourth Monday of each Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water therapy from 5 to citizens, 55 or older, are invited. Previous experience not required. from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, month at 9 a.m. except for April, July and October, when they 6 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 Call Today For more information, call 281-482-8441. 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For more information, call 281-487-8787. are held at 7 p.m. E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a 281-481-5656 Noon 8 p.m. Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every complete list of services offered. Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 22, 2009 REAL ESTATE

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It’s going to be tough host a semifi nal match At Dobie, the Lady And if the team is going “I’ve probably been most tough tournament slates at offs will be on. every night.” during the Region XIV Longhorns are set to begin to have a terrifi c season, it impressed with our level of three stops, the Lady Long- Brown believes Dobie At Clear Brook, a new tournament Wednesday, their third season under the will also need heavy contri- intensity in the offseason, horns will have to play well will certainly be in the mix, era is set to begin. Oct. 28, at 6 p.m. Hav- direction of Shane Brown. butions from junior Derika especially during our fall from opening day forward but he cannot easily predict Blair Redmon, formerly ing completed confer- In 2008, Dobie fi nished Thomas and sophomores league. to avoid another early skid. just where the respective the head coach at Humble, ence play for the season 11-3 in District 22-5A Shanequa Gaston and “At the same time, we “Our schedule is no easy teams will fi nish. is Clear Brook’s fi rst-year ranked second in the play and then fell in the Jazmin Guerrero. realize that alone will not task, but that’s why we de- Deer Park lost District coach. league, the Coyotes (7- bidistrict playoff round to When district play be- necessarily take us to where signed it that way,” Brown 22-5A most valuable player She inherits a program 6) will face Lon Morris Channelview. Overall, the gins, Dobie will again have we want to go. We have said. Katie Whitaker, who gradu- that missed the playoffs for in the game. The win- team fi nished 16-17, having to battle it out with Deer to play smart and together “Playing teams like ated last May. There is no the fi rst time this decade ner will play the Tyler struggled through a diffi cult Park, La Porte and Pearland if we want to accomplish Friendswood, Cinco Ranch sure-fi re top team or elite in 2008. That simply is not Apaches, ranked second stretch of games in nondis- for supremacy in 22-5A. what we are capable of this and Klein Collins, which player, but the league will supposed to happen. nationally, on Friday, trict play. Right now, Brown and the season.” I believe is one of the fi ve be tough to navigate none- Redmon is testing her en- Oct. 30, in Tyler. Prior The bright side? Just four Lady Longhorns are simply Once again, Dobie’s pre- best in the area, on the road theless. tire program early on, with to the tournament, San seniors graduated from that pumped to be getting start- district schedule is loaded will let us know real quick “The order in which our just two nondistrict games Jacinto closes out the district fi nishes is going to coming at home. regular season on the be anybody’s guess,” Brown Instead, the Lady Wol- road with matches at Dobie High School said. verines will play Crosby, Richland College (Oct. “Deer Park may have Katy, Deer Park, Angleton 22), Northern Oklahoma Varsity Girls’ Basketball Schedule Varsity Girls’ Basketball Schedule lost the best player in the and Elkins, all on the road district (Whitaker), but their during nondistrict action. (Oct. 24), and Cisco Col- Date Opponent Time Date Opponent Time lege (Oct. 25). At left, young guns are as good or In district play, Clear Josue Garcia (7) and Is- Nondistrict play Oct. 31 Scrimmage at Westside 9 a.m. better than anyone else’s in Brook will fi nd its stiffest our district,” Brown said. challenges from defending rael Nava (5) are ready Nov. 10 at Crosby 7 p.m. Nov. 7 Scrimmage at Dobie 9 a.m. to do their part. All Coy- La Porte has Connie Lind- champion Clear Lake, Clear ote soccer home games Nov. 12-14 at Baytown Lee tourn. TBA Nondistrict play say coming back, which is Springs and Clear Creek. are played at the soccer a thorn in every team’s side. Tip-off comes soon. Nov. 9 at Friendswood 7 p.m. fi eld on the San Jacinto Nov. 17 at Katy 7 p.m. College South campus, Nov. 19-21 at McDonald’s Texas Invit. TBA Nov. 17 Madison 7:30 p.m. located at 13735 Beam- er. Nov. 23 at Deer Park TBA Nov. 19-21 at McDonald’s Texas Invit. TBA Nov. 30 at Klein Collins 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at Cinco Ranch TBA Dec. 1 at Angleton 7 p.m. Nov. 30 at Klein Collins 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at Galveston Ball 7 p.m. Dec. 4 Clear Brook 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 Baytown Sterling 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8 at Clear Creek 7 p.m. It was a day of struggle Dec. 11 at Angleton 7 p.m. for the Dobie offense Dec. 10-12 at Clear Creek tourn. TBA Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. against La Porte Oct. Dec. 21 Stafford 11 a.m. Dec. 29-31 at Bryan tournament TBA Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. -11 p.m. 17 at Newcomb Field. Receiver Johnthan Ur- Dec. 29 at Elkins 7 p.m. District 22-5A play Makekke your Holiday Party Reservation Today!d rutia (left) and his team- District 24-5A play Dec. 15 at Pasadena (Phillips) 7:30 p.m. • Homemade Tortillas • Full SServiceervice BarBar • GREAT MARGARITAS mates had a tough time • Catering (All Events) • Large Parties Welcome Dec. 15 Dickinson 7 p.m. Dec. 18 Sam Rayburn 7:30 p.m. generating much offense • Take Out Service • Lunch Specials, Starting @ $3.95 in a 29-7 loss to the Bull- Dec. 18 at Brazoswood 7 p.m. Jan. 2 at Pearland 7:30 p.m. dogs. On this play, Ur- rutia was defended by Jan. 5 at Galveston Ball 7 p.m. Jan. 5 at Memorial 7:30 p.m. LLIVEIVE LLATINATIN the Bulldogs’ Ben Flores Jan. 8 South Houston 7:30 p.m. (42). 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Continued from Page 1B 133 yards) and Cameron alternating in the backfi eld, an easy victory. The Wolver- Newsom (9 carries, 172 the Bulldogs went on to ines particularly dominated yards) running the ball so build a 22-0 lead and were the second half, outscoring well and quarterback Mi- marching again just before Clear Lake 35-0. chael Donovan smoothing halftime. Offense has not been an out the unit, the Wolverines That’s when Reggie Wil- issue. Defensively, Clear might be playing their fi nest son, who had two intercep- Brook struggled in its two football of the season. tions in the game, grabbed district losses to open 24- LP dumps Dobie La Porte quarterback Ryan 5A action. Things did not go as well Williams’ pass at the Dobie A pair of fourth-quarter for Dobie against La Porte. goal line and returned it 85 scores against Brazoswood Playing without injured yards the other way. provided the means to vic- quarterback Blake Jackson Two plays later, Dobie tory. Against Lake, the Wol- and running back Demarcus quarterback Aaron Kutra verines’ defense played ex- Boyd, the Longhorns strug- found Jonathan Urrutia ceptionally well, collecting gled to get much going. in the corner for a 7-yard four turnovers. Early in the game, the touchdown play. At 2-2, Clear Brook is team also found out how The score remained 22-7 back in the mix for a playoff much it misses deep snap- at the half. La Porte con- berth. Three teams – Clear per Garrett Leland (concus- trolled possession of the Creek, Galveston Ball and sion), who also missed his ball for much of the second Clear Springs – are 3-1. second straight game. half en route to the win. The best news for Clear After a quick 3-and-out “I was proud of the way Brook is that the team basi- to open the game, Dobie our defense continued to cally controls its own desti- got in punt formation for battle,” Dobie interim head ny with back-to-back home punter Cy Fondal, but the coach Carey Sink said. games coming against snap skipped across the turf “La Porte ran the ball Galveston Ball and Clear twice and got past Fondal. well and controlled time of Springs. Making the best of the possession. On the fl ip side, a loss in situation, Fondal purposely “The rest of the way I’m either game will make it a kicked the ball out of the asking the guys to play with tough road to the postsea- back of the end zone. Just pride and get a win starting son. like that La Porte led 2-0. with Pasadena. Our guys are With Ellison (18 carries, With Webb and Perkins still working hard.” Dobie subvarsity football goes 1-3 Dobie’s subvarsity foot- to 3-4 overall, including 2-2 after his nifty 24-yard scor- ball teams played well but in District 22-5A games. ing burst before the break. dropped three of four games North Shore 38 In the third quarter, Do- Oct. 15. Dobie sophomores 0 bie got a one-yard plunge The freshman (two) and North Shore delivered a from Morris to add to its junior varsity teams took 38-0 decision in the sopho- lead. La Porte’s fourth- on La Porte, while the Do- more game, but the Long- quarter score ensured the bie sophomore team battled horns battled all the way. win for the Bulldogs. North Shore. The team fell to 2-3 Austin Hicks and Carlos La Porte 16 overall after the loss. Chris Rodriguez also led the of- Dobie JV 12 Garcia, Josh Basquez and fense, and Timmons, Jona- A tough defensive battle Quinton Kelly-Roberts than Cooper (blocked punt), ensued as Dobie’s junior stood out on offense, and Brandon Terrell, Jonathan varsity team came up a bit Garcia, Derrick Strickland Jones and Kelton Bailey short against La Porte, 16- and Oscar Rodriguez paced were the defensive leaders. 12. the defensive effort. Dobie freshman White 36 Down 8-0 in the sec- La Porte 28 La Porte 0 ond quarter, the Longhorns Dobie freshman Orange 20 In a one-sided game, Do- pulled within 8-6 as Deandre Donte Morris had two bie’s freshman White team Bolden scored on a brilliant scoring runs, but Dobie’s crushed La Porte 36-0. 35-yard scoring run, break- freshman Orange team Tyler Wolfe scored twice, ing several tackles along the came up a bit short in a 28- and the Longhorns also got way. 20 loss to La Porte. touchdowns from Bryant Trailing 16-6 in the fourth Kalon Bailey tossed a Bennett, Chad Newman and quarter, the Longhorns got 60-yard touchdown pass Duke Edwards in the win. within striking distance as to Andre Timmons in the Noah Escamilla (four quarterback Jerrel Gooch fi rst quarter. After Patrick sacks) and Terrance Jeffer- combined with Alfonso Hurst’s two-point run, the son guided the defense as Guillen for a 65-yard throw Longhorns led 8-6. the Longhorns stayed un- and catch score. Morris gave the Long- beaten at 6-0. It was Dobie’s The loss dropped Dobie horns a 14-13 halftime edge fi fth defensive shutout.