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Aug. 6, 2009 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 34, No.27 Win Schlitterbahn tickets The Leader will award tickets to Schlitterbahn in Galveston to the best vaca- Bank robbery suspect remains at large tion photos submitted. See related photos and story on page 6A. By James Bolen cut through the backyard of a Sagehollow home the offi cer. Fearing for his life, McGee fi red at School but did not graduate from the school. He The FBI is still on the hunt for Matheos (aka that backs up to the bank. least once at the suspect, who then fl ed into the has an extensive criminal record, including con- Dobie band registrations set Metheos, Matt) Pitikas. In addition to the FBI, more than 20 vehicles area’s storm drainage system. victions for criminal trespassing, DWI, multiple The Dobie band will hold mandatory stu- Pitikas, 24, is wanted in connection with the from the Houston Police Department, the Har- It is unclear if Pitikas was struck by a bullet. drug possession charges and evading arrest. dent registration nights. The first registration July 25 robbery of the Chase Bank in the 11200 ris County Precinct 2 Constable’s offi ce and the Both a K-9 unit and a helicopter combed the The Leader has received reports that Pitikas will be for returning members only on Friday, block of Beltway 8 near 45. While Pitikas has Harris County Sheriff’s Offi ce responded to the area searching for the suspect, but he remains at was spotted in the Sagemont Park subdivision in Aug. 7, at 6 p.m. in the band hall. A parent or yet to be arrested, he has been charged with ag- incident. large. the days following the robbery. This, however, guardian must attend and sign forms for the gravated robbery with a deadly weapon. His bail HPD Offi cer S. McGee, the fi rst to arrive at McGee was placed on three days leave. As is has not been confi rmed. student to receive a uniform. All band related has been set at $30,000. the scene, spotted a suspect, believed to be Piti- customary in offi cer-involved shootings in the Contrary to other news reports, the FBI de- items can be purchased, and fees are to be paid According to police, Pitikas arrived at the kas, sitting under the Sageglen bridge less than city limits, this case is being investigated by the scribes Pitikas as being white, not Hispanic. The at this time. The second registration, for new bank around 1:30 p.m. without a vehicle. He ap- four blocks away from the bank. HPD Homicide and Internal Affairs Divisions FBI has not released Pitikas’ photograph. members (including freshmen), will be held proached two tellers, brandished a handgun and McGee told the suspect repeatedly to show his and the Harris County District Attorney’s Of- Anyone with any information on his where- Friday, Aug. 14, at 6 p.m. in the band hall. demanded money. Pitikas then fl ed on foot with hands. The suspect, however, pulled out what is fi ce. abouts is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 713- an undisclosed amount of cash and reportedly believed to have been a pistol and pointed it at Records show that Pitikas attended Dobie High 222-TIPS. Meador preregistration set Meador Elementary will hold early regis- tration from 8 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Aug. 11, South Belt Elementary readies for 1st day of school for pre-kindergarten students only. On Aug. By Matt Griesmyer The walk to the principal’s offi ce still seems something, they have that availability. They boards and a computer lab, enabling students to 12 and 13, preregistration will be for new stu- At just under 100,000 square feet, with 40 like an eternity. have closed doors on the entrances to the pods, learn with modern technologies. With facilities dents in kindergarten through fourth grade. teachers, 13 paraprofessionals, 12 service staff “We are opening with fi ve teachers per grade, so when they are closed they are able to oper- for around 750 students, each student will take For those who wish to register for the pre- and a principal and assistant principal, South with the exception of kindergarten, which will ate in an isolated fashion. Each pod is the same, a weekly course to introduce him or her to the kindergarten program, the child must be pres- Belt Elementary School, a part of the Pasadena have six,” Howard said. “We are also starting there’s always a common area, seven class- technology that will be available. ent with parent/guardian to register, and stu- Independent School District, is having the fi nal with bilingual kindergarten for this fi rst year, rooms, storage area, sinks, teacher workroom, Registration for the 2009-2010 school year dents must qualify for the program as bilin- touches placed on the building in preparation and every year after we will add another bilin- and boys’ and girls’ bathrooms.” will be Aug. 12-13, with classes beginning Aug. gual, ESL or low income. Bring the following for the fi rst day of class. gual grade.” Howard further explained that the pod ar- 25. The school will hold a meet-the-teacher items to register: original birth certificate; The school, located at 1801 Riverstone Ranch The school features classrooms for pre-K rangement of the school will aid in keeping a night Thursday, Aug. 20, with kindergarten original Social Security card; immunization Drive, is the 35th elementary school in the dis- through fourth grades and individual pods for safe environment on the campus. through second grades meeting from 6 to 6:45 records showing the required shots are up-to- trict and will serve students from Frazier and each grade level. To begin with, the school will All classrooms are equipped with document p.m. and third and fourth grades meeting from date; two proofs of residency: must be a cur- Moore elementary schools. not offer pre-K classes but does have rooms for cameras, wireless internet, interactive white- 7 to 7:45 p.m. rent apartment lease or a mortgage agreement Principal Candy Howard has been a principal such programs in the future. on a house, and a current utility bill; and the last for 10 years, most recently at Jensen Elemen- “The big room that is in the middle of the report card for grades first through fourth. tary, and has already moved into her offi ce as grade pod is the common room,” Howard said. Health fair at Easthaven head of South Belt Elementary. “If they want to get all the kids together to do Daigle receives Purple Hearts Easthaven Baptist Church Nurse and Wo- men’s Ministry will sponsor a community- PISD, CCISD get FEMA money wide health fair on Aug. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Easthaven Baptist Church, 11300 Ten months after Hurricane Ike, the Pasadena eral fund account to reimburse the district for Beamer Road. Independent School District will receive public expenses incurred to dry out and dehumidify Health care providers from the South Belt assistance grants from the Federal Emergency the schools in the weeks following Ike’s land- community, Pearland and the Houston area Management Agency for emergency protective fall. The money will then be distributed to Dobie will be present with valuable information for measures taken to prevent the growth of danger- High School, which will receive $1 million, and preventive and early detection screenings ous mold, while in the Clear Creek Independent Pasadena High School, which will receive nearly which address various health issues. A crime School District, repairs are almost complete due $1.4 million. prevention specialist from the Harris County to FEMA money. Because the work was for protective mea- Sheriff’s Department will also be in atten- J. Frank Dobie and Pasadena high schools suf- sures, the FEMA grants cover 100 percent of the dance. For more information, call the church fered serious water intrusion as a result of roof costs. office at 281-922-5520. damage and wind-driven rain during Ike. “The Pasadena school district took immediate The FEMA grants will go into PISD’s gen- steps to prevent mold growth and thus safeguard Sagemeadow meets Aug. 13 its students after the hurricane,” said Brad Harris, federal coordinating offi cer. “These grants dem- The Sagemeadow Maintenance Committee Police seek 2 - 3 onstrate FEMA’s strong support for the district’s will meet Thursday, Aug. 13, from 7 to 9 p.m. efforts.” at the Sagemeadow Utility District Building Once FEMA reimburses the state of Texas, it on Hall Road and Blackhawk. For more infor- robbery suspects is the state’s responsibility to manage the funds, mation, visit www.sagemeadow.org, e-mail which includes making disbursements to lo- [email protected] or call 281-485-3548. Houston police are investigating a robbery that took place Monday, Aug. 3, near Almeda cal jurisdictions and organizations that incurred Mall. costs. St. Luke’s children register The victim, a 71-year-old man who had just The obligated funds are a portion of more than St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church, is undergone heart-transplant surgery, was leav- $1.2 billion in total public assistance disaster providing registration for the upcoming Faith ing the Plus4 Credit Union in the 9900 block of funds sent to the state since September 2008. In Formation year 2009-10, on Aug. 11 and Aug. Almeda Genoa when a male suspect asked him all, federal assistance to Texas for the Hurricane Former South Belt resident James Daigle was recently awarded two Purple Hearts and a 12 in English, and Aug. 13 in Spanish. Parents for a ride. When the driver refused, the suspect Ike recovery effort tops $2.3 billion. Bronze Star for his service in the U.S. Army. Daigle, a 1983 Dobie graduate, is shown above are to first attend a brief orientation in the forced his way into the man’s vehicle and de- “These public assistance funds reimburse the having one of his Purple Hearts pinned on by former President George W. Bush at a ceremo- social hall at 7:30 p.m. Registration will fol- manded he drive him to Sam’s Club in the 11200 Pasadena schools for costs incurred in prevent- ny in Bush’s Dallas offi ce. See related story on Page 6A. Photo submitted low. Sacramental preparation information will block of Fuqua. ing further damage to their facilities and caring be available. Registration forms will not be Continued on Page 2A for the health and safety of their students,” said mailed. For information, call 281-481-4251. Ben Patterson, state coordinating offi cer. “We want to encourage this level of response when- Football tickets at Shiflett Motorcyclist ever it’s required.” Grand jury’s no-bill verdict After Hurricane Ike damaged every CCISD J. Frank Dobie football season tickets are building, repairs are almost complete. Debris has currently available at Roy Shiflett Realtors been removed, 97 percent of roof damage has questioned by Perez family located at 11559 Beamer. killed in crash been repaired, and 95 percent of gym fl oors have Season tickets are $32 each, which includes Houston police are investigating a fatal traf- been replaced. the eight home games and one season parking fi c accident that took place Friday, July 31, at “We still have a few repairs to fi nish,” said As- By James Bolen one who was not involved in the crash saw the pass per family. Student tickets are available about 9:45 p.m. in the 2600 block of Genoa Red sociate Superintendent Ron McPherson, “Most The parents of Brianna Perez are hoping to accident, Perez’s mother has since spoken to fi ve for $2 each and may be used for any varsity Bluff. of our major projects have wrapped up, and we persuade the Harris County District Attorney’s people who heard it and rushed out immediately regular season game at Veterans Stadium. For The driver of a black Acura TL was traveling just have some minor repair jobs to complete.” Offi ce to open a second investigation into the au- afterward. more information, call 281-481-3733. east on Genoa Red Bluff and attempted to pass CCISD estimates the out-of-pocket expenses tomobile accident that killed their daughter. All fi ve witness accounts suggests Tarlton was a slow moving vehicle. The Acura then struck a paid by the district are $812, 811. Perez, a 15-year-old Dobie freshman, died aware of the incident, Perez said. K of C BBQ fundraiser set blue Suzuki motorcycle traveling west on Genoa FEMA paid $8.2 million for all debris removal Friday, June 5, after spending 19 days in a coma, The witnesses were at an ice house near the Red Bluff. The driver of the motorcycle, Joshua and the majority of uninsured losses. Insurance following a May 17 traffi c accident that took intersection where the crash occurred and ran to The Knights of Columbus, Council 9201, place in the 8100 help when they heard the collision. They report- will host a barbecue dinner fundraiser Friday, Wells, 21, was killed. paid an estimated $8.9 million for Hurricane Ike At press time, no charges had been fi led. related damage. block of Almeda edly all saw Tarlton pause in the street before Aug. 21, at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, 11011 Genoa. driving away. Two of the witnesses gave chase – Hall Road. Dinner will consist of brisket or According to po- one in a car and one on foot. Both, however, soon chicken with sausage, potato salad, beans, lice reports, Perez lost sight of the truck and returned to the bar. onions, pickles, bread and iced tea. Both dine- was a passenger in a While all fi ve talked to police for several in or take-out will be available. All funds will Cement truck catches fire green Buick Century hours after the accident, police initially took the help support St. Luke’s church and communi- traveling west on the names of only the two who chased Tarlton, and ty activities run by the Knights of Columbus. street near Randolph only these two testimonies were presented to the when the driver of grand jury, according to Perez. Further, Perez Perez benefit set for Aug. 8 an eastbound white said, it was the driver who chased Tarlton who A raffle and barbecue benefit for the family fl atbed wrecker, later led police to his vehicle. of Brianna Perez will be held Saturday, Aug. 8, Theophilus Tarl- “It was backed up way behind his house,” from 3 to 11 p.m. at the American Legion Post ton, 53, turned left Perez said. 490, 11702 Old Galveston Road. Perez was into the median and Despite numerous attempts to reach the police killed in an automobile accident May 17. The failed to yield to on- following the accident, Perez talked with them event will feature a disc jockey and a live band coming traffi c. The driver of the Buick attempted only once in the entire 19 days her daughter was and raffle tickets will be available. Barbecue to drive around Tarlton, but the passenger side of in intensive care. She, however, assumed they plates will be $5 each. Tickets are $25 each. To the vehicle struck the rear end of the truck. The would follow up on the information provided to purchase a raffle ticket, call Stephanie Perez at Buick then went up on the median and came to a them by the other witnesses. 832-364-2258. See related story this page. stop near a tree, while Tarlton fl ed north on Ran- It was not until after the grand jury convened dolph. that she discovered only two of the fi ve had been Lariaette car wash Aug. 8 Tarlton’s vehicle was found two days later at contacted. his home less than a mile from the scene of the “Is it my job to do their job for them or to be The Dobie Lariaettes will hold a car wash crash. by my daughter’s side,” Perez said. on Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The case was presented Monday, June 15, to Once a grand jury chooses not to indict a sus- the Kroger gas station on Sabo. a grand jury, which opted not to charge Tarlton, pect, there is little that can be done unless they handing down a no bill, saying there was a possi- are charged with another offense. Perez is hope- Melillo registration set bility he did not feel the crash in his 1-ton truck. ful she has found an ally in Brent Mayr, chief of Dixie Melillo Middle School registration Perez’s mother, Stephanie Perez, does not fi nd the district attorney’s Vehicular Crimes Section, will be held Aug. 12 and 13 from 8 a.m. to 2 this plausible. who said he will try to have a second investiga- “There was visible damage to his truck,” she tion look into the accident. p.m. Parents should bring the child’s birth A cement truck caught fi re the morning of Monday, Aug. 3, on the eastbound lanes of Belt- said. The move would seem only appropriate to certificate, immunization record, Social way 8 near Sabo Road. A crew from the Houston Fire Department’s Station 93 Ellington Aside from the vehicle’s damage, the story Perez. Security card, latest report card and TAKS Unit responded to the incident and extinguished the blaze. At press time, the cause of the fi re doesn’t jibe with what witnesses reported see- “Their story is full of holes,” she said. scores, deed/mortgage documents or apart- had not been determined. Photo by Steve Williams ment lease, and utility bill. ing, according to the elder Perez. Although no See related sidebar item on this page. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 6, 2009 Readers’ Opinions Legler receives award Rep. Ken Legler was District 144 should take pride said House Republican Cau- nancy, it is murder! der God, then we will be a nation gone empted from the mandate to buy health awarded the Texas House in their state representative,” cus Chair Larry Taylor. Semler wants change Our Constitution guarantees all under”. And may God continue to bless insurance, which means that lawful Republican Caucus’ Con- in right direction Americans freedom of religion; but not America. Americans will have to pay a fi ne for servative Statesman Award for freedom from religion. Our founding Healthcare in this country is the best not purchasing insurance, but illegal’s advocating conservative issues Our last presidential election was fathers wanted a nation where people in the world. The problem is that the cost will be off the hook. Thus, they have during the 81st Legislature. won partly and the idea that we needed were free to follow and practice their of obtaining healthcare is often too high no reason to buy their own coverage or “I feel privileged that the SSchoolchool SupplySupply Giveaway!Giveaway! some changes in America. That part is religions beliefs. The government can for many people to obtain. The President stop receiving taxpayer-funded health OOffiffi ccerer RRubenuben LLoretooreto iinvitesnvites aallll pparentsarents true. 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KinderKinder toto 5th5th grade.grade. permanent cessation of all vital func- required that sporting events or school could help to lower cost. I will not at- I am a Police Offi cer with the HPD and tions: the end of life. So abortion is not days begin with a prayer. These were tempt to go into detail on these items. 4 year resident of Sagemont. I am tak- SSaturday,aturday, AugustAugust 15,15, 1010 am-1am-1 pmpm simply the termination of a pregnancy, it decisions made by the people, not the One of these issues, currently being ing on a recycling project with my two Republican Caucus has hon- 66225225 NorthdaleNorthdale St.St. (between(between BellfortBellfort andand DixieDixie Dr.)Dr.) is the taking of a human life. In making government. We are a Democracy. A debated at this time, is the requirement year old son (Ryo) that will teach him ored me with the Conservative the decision in the case of Roe V. Wade, nation where we are free to practice our that all plans include coverage for Abor- and others about the importance of re- Statesman Award. Protecting FForor moremore iinformation,nformation, pleaseplease call:call: the court had to make a decision as to religions beliefs; or choose not to follow tions and have abortion doctors in their the Texas taxpayer, promot- cycling. 8832-893-664432-893-6644 OfficerOfficer LoretoLoreto when life begins, when the unborn child any religious denomination. And we do plans. We are collecting used Capri Sun ing transparency in govern- would be at the point of viability. Rather not force our beliefs on one another. Many Americans would not want their pouches (or Koolaid Jammer pouches) ment, encouraging job cre- than asserting that human life begins at Nor do we expect others not of our faith tax dollars going in support of Abor- in order to be recycled into cool school ation and capping govern- any specifi c point, the court simply de- to participate in our activities. We may tions. supplies. We think it is so important to ment spending were my top clared that the State has a “compelling request that they not disrupt the activity, There is also the issue of illegal im- do our part in saving the environment priorities,” Legler said. interest” in protecting “potential life” at such as with a moment of prayer, but migrants. The bill under consideration, that we are going to be going door to Freshman Legler’s first the point of viability. they do not have to participate in the The American’s Affordable Health door letting our neighbors know that we piece of legislation, HB 1257, South Belt Just as a newborn in a man-made in- prayer. Choices Act of 2009 (H.R. 3200) in- are willing to take their used Capri Sun provided tax relief to local cubator, with brain activity and a heart- Over 86% of our citizens profess cludes, expand Medicaid and exempt pouches off their hands in order to be business owners affected by beat is considered alive, so should the to be Christian. In most cases it is the illegal aliens from mandates. recycled. disasters. Graphics & Printing unborn fetus in the mother’s womb, with other 14% who want to remove all sym- Approximately 15-22 percent of the Our goal is to collect 25,000 pouch- The legislation allows brain waves and a heartbeat, be consid- bols of Christianity and remove all refer- 46 million residents in the U.S. without es by December. We just need help in businesses with $5 million or ered alive and afforded the protection of ences to God from our schools, govern- health coverage are illegal aliens. The getting the word out to our neighbors. less in annual revenue that One stop for all your our Constitution’s Fourteenth Amend- ment proceedings, even our currency. current Senate bill expands Medicaid Please forward us any information, sustained damage in a de- ment. Let your representatives and judges and loosens credit eligibility require- ideas, contacts that may be able to help clared disaster area the option Abortion should not be a consider- know your thoughts. President Ronald ments, which will be a magnet for illegal us in our cause. to pay their property taxes in printing needs ation if an unwanted pregnancy does Reagan believed, and I quote: “If we enrollment and fraud. Thank you. quarterly installments, instead arise. It is not the termination of a preg- ever forget that we are One Nation Un- Even worse, illegal aliens are ex- Sol & Ryo Thomas of paying the entire amount January 31. Other legislation filed by • Business Forms Police now empowered to force hurricane evacuations Legler included proof of identity required for an appli- • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes A new state law will allow orders, don’t leave town. ate, only warn that those who the power to authorize use of heart of hurricane season in arrest people who go storm- cant for a driver’s license, police to arrest people who, As it stands, officials can- stay behind won’t have any reasonable force to remove Texas. It also applies to other watching and put themselves drug testing for applicants • Business Cards under mandatory evacuation not compel people to evacu- emergency services at their people from the area. disasters, like fires or floods. in danger. The law also makes and recipients of unemploy- disposal. The new law gives The law, passed this year, Don’t expect police to go people who must be rescued ment compensation benefits. county judges and mayors takes effect Sept. 1, in the door to door arresting people after ignoring mandatory evac- He also filed for transparency • Wedding Invitations or forcing them from their uation orders civilly liable for through the availability of Southbelt Montessori School homes if a hurricane is head- the costs of the rescue. certain county, municipal, • Thank You Notes 2 Locations ed toward Houston. A mandatory evacuation and school district financial 10904 Scarsdale #300 • 281-484-7666 Robbery . . . The law is seen more as a order often is a course of last information on certain inter- 12495 Scarsdale • 281-484-7222 Continued from Page 1A early 50s with Nigerian ac- tool to compel people to leave resort, for a variety of eco- net Web sites. • Menus Fearing for his life, the cents. or to be used in special situa- nomic and logistical reasons. “Rep. Legler’s conserva- victim obliged. Anyone with information tions. For example, officials Hospitals and nursing homes tive voice was prevalent • Directories and much more! When the two reached about this incident is urged to could issue a mandatory must move patients, and busi- throughout the session. Dur- Sam’s, the suspect told the call Crime Stoppers at 713- evacuation for the beaches, nesses must let workers leave ing debates he took pride in driver to stop on the side of 222-TIPS. giving police the authority to town. The evacuation provi- standing up for his constitu- 11555 Beamer the parking lot near some sion is part of a larger bill ents and the taxpayers of Free tractor trailers. A second sus- overhauling the emergency Texas. This honor is well 281-484-4337 pect met the men there and code after Hurricane Ike. deserved, and the people of told the driver to give him Registration his money. The two suspects quickly fl ed with the cash. Deaths $95 per week Surveillance footage from resident. the credit union showed the Santos Cruz Sr. Schmitt is preceded in all ages original suspect and an ac- death by his parents, Reg and complice traveling in a silver Mary Schmitt, daughter Deb- van, possibly a Chevrolet. bie Ross, and son Thomas It has not been determined Schmitt. • Open Monday thru Friday, 6a.m.-7p.m. if the second suspect in the He is survived by his • All Meals Provided van was the same man in the wife of 59 years, Mary Lou • All Caregivers CPR & First Aid Certifi ed Sam’s parking lot. Schmitt, and his children, Mi- • Discount For Siblings Both suspects seen by the chel Schmitt, Barbara Marti- • NCI Accepted victim are described as being nez and husband Ray, Donna black males in their 40s or Pitre and husband Mark, Sal- lie Wasson and husband Hal, Shawn Schmitt and wife Car- rie, and son-in-law Ronnie THE BANKER’S ALMANAC Ross. Schmitt was a father of seven, grandfather of 10, and a great-grandfather of four. Santos Cruz Sr., 86, a He is also survived by his longtime resident of Hous- grandchildren, Joel Richards ton, died Saturday, Aug. 1, and wife DeeDee, Heather 2009, at his home. Page and husband David, Cruz retired from Parker Krysti Martinez, Chase and Brothers and leaves behind a Chelsie Wasson, Daniel Ross, family, including his wife of Amber Pitre, Tristan and Kee- 68 years, Mary Cruz. His son gan Schmitt, along with four +HUH·VDWLS is a resident of Sageglen. great-grandchildren, brothers Visitation was held Tues- Bill Schmitt and wife Billie, day, Aug. 4, at Niday Funeral Fred Schmitt and sister Peg- Home. A Mass of Resurrec- gy Drinkard. tion was celebrated Wednes- Schmitt enlisted in the U.S. day, Aug. 5, at Our Lady of Navy in 1945 and later joined Sorrows Catholic Church. the U.S. Air Force where he Rite of Committal followed retired in 1969. His passions &RQVROLGDWHKLJKLQWHUHVWFUHGLW at Brookside Memorial Park. included working with chil- Memorials may be made dren to improve their base- in Santos Cruz Sr.’s memory ball and softball techniques. to Our Lady of Sorrows Cath- It was not uncommon to fi nd FDUGVZLWKDKRPHHTXLW\ORDQRU olic Church. him at the local ball fi elds coaching his grandchildren Charles “Chuck” and local neighbors. 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The winners of the first annual coloring contest for Sageglen children are Josiah (left) and Micah (right) Fogg. Homeowners at the annual meeting Your Risk is our Specialty held on July 20 were invited to vote for their favorite artist. The winners were awarded four tickets to Space Center Houston. Sgt. Zerick Guinn, the 713-209-2800 • 1-800-376-3169 invited speaker, shared some tips on identity theft and answered homeown- 8511 S. Sam Houston Pkwy E • Houston, TX 77075 ers’ concerns about nuisance issues and speeding in the Sageglen area. [email protected] • www.barmore.com Photo by Judith Langham Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 6, 2009 Paralegal course set Kirkwood South Christian Church Over The Back Fence by Jan The University of Hous- and principles of appellate ton-Clear Lake will offer procedure. Little Learners Program an online paralegal certif- Course tuition is $1,089. icate course Aug. 24 For more information, call Now Enrolling for Fallll through Oct. 9. University of Houston- ISAAC AND ISAIAH TURN 3! Burnett Elementary day cake for Brandy Fitz. Take a Break and Leave Special happy birthday wishes are sent Carolyn Manning enjoys a birthday Aug. 8. Beverly Hills Intermediate Students will learn the Clear Lake’s Center for the Little Ones to Us! to twins Isaac and Isaiah Smith who turn 3 Best wishes for a wonderful birthday are sent Amy Johnson is wished a happy birthday advanced skills of legal Advanced Management years old on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from parents to Geneva Refuge on Aug. 11. Aug. 6. On Aug. 11, Sherrie Orr and Travis research, writing, formal Programs at 281-283- Tuesdays & Thursdays Darryl Sisco and Linda Smith of Scarsdale. Frazier Elementary Teichelman share a birthday. and informal advocacy, 3121. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Proud grandparents are longtime Scarsdale On Aug. 11, Brenda Rodriguez marks a Dobie High residents Darryl and Lupe Smith. birthday. Three cheers for a happy birthday are HAILEY TURNS 1! Jessup Elementary sent to Eileen O’Connor, Anne Regier and After Breast Surgery & Regular Bras Call 281-481-0673 Hailey Sunshine Cubos, daughter of Aug. 7 is the day for a birthday party for Brianna Vorhis on Aug. 6. Blow out the birth- Caring Fitters Trained & Certified to Help Take For More Information. Claudia and Erik Cubos of Scarsdale, will Elisabeth Garcilazo. Enjoying a birthday day candles on Aug. 8 for Rachel Helms. Care of All Your After Breast Surgery Needs. Se Habla Espanol! turn 1 year old on August 11. Best wishes Aug. 8 is Katie Ermis. Birthday greetings are Aug. 10 is the day for a triple birthday party YOUR PRIVACY IS ASSURED! are sent for a wonderful day to Hailey from sent to Norelia Campos Aug. 12. for Yvette Giron, Kim Rinehart and Richard You owe it to yourself to try Jodee Bras. her sister, Brittney, and brother Erik. Also Meador Elementary Wulf. JODEE BRAS & FORMS sending their love are grandmother Diana A birthday is celebrated by Michelle LAUREATE PSI CHAPTER MEETS FOR ALL YOUR NEEDS Fuentes and great-grandmother Amelia Whitely Aug. 8. Blow out the birthday candles Laureate Psi Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi RATED #1 IN CONSUMER SATISFACTION Fuentes of South Belt, as well as grandpar- for Molly Savala Aug. 10. held its June meeting in the home of Patricia

Happy ents Arturo and Marie Cubos and numerous Moore Elementary Cox with Camille Nancarrow serving as See The New Contemporary BECKY’S “Unforgettable” st aunts, uncles and cousins. The day for a birthday cake for Brenda co-hostess. Twelve members were present, (formerly Becky’s Beauty Supply) 1 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY Rodriguez is Aug. 11. including one new transfer member, Sharon 281 332-6407 • 125 E. Galveston Bra. Claudia and Erik Cubos of Scarsdale will Stuchbery Elementary Burden, from Preceptor Alpha Rho. The new Near 518 & Hwy 3 Birthday celebrate their second wedding anniversary Aug. 8 is the day to send a double birthday theme for this year is Share our Passport to on August 11. Best wishes are sent to them wish to Dianne Pasquali and Tina Willhoite. Adventure, and the first program was pre- Hailey from their family, friends, and the staff at the Shirleene Lipsey has a birthday Aug. 9. On sented by Barbara Jennings as the group Leader. Aug. 11, Relaine Pitts and Brenda Rodriguez journeyed to the country of Russia. The July Sunshine SCHOOL DAZE share a birthday. meeting was planned to be held in the home Sunshine Children’s The following personnel and staff mem- Melillo Middle School of Susan Watson in Clear Lake. bers of the Pasadena Independent School Blow out the birthday candles for Cheryl LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS World Academy We love you District celebrate birthdays Aug. 6 through Patrick Aug. 6. E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, con- Aug. 12. Morris Middle School gratulations, etc., to mynews@southbeltlead- Where Loving Care and Creative very much! Atkinson Elementary Best wishes for a wonderful birthday er.com with OTBF in the subject line. Items Learning Experiences are Provided to Each Greetings for a happy birthday are sent to are sent to Patricia Ramirez and Rhonda must be submitted by Friday noon for the next Individual Child! Mommy, Daddy, Martha Mercado and Nilda Ayala Aug. 12. Valencia Aug. 7. Aug. 10 is the day for a birth- week’s publication. Britt ney & Fatboy! Now Enrolling! San Jac offers GED testing in Spanish • Kindergarten thru 4th grade • Full accreditation school To better serve people commented San Jacinto part of San Jac’s effort to Spanish language GED tests officially withdrawn from • Small classroom settings Best Friends Boutique whose primary language is College’s GED Chief Exam- proactively reach out to a are the same as eligibility high school. Spanish, San Jacinto College iner Ronald Hopkins. “While growing Hispanic communi- requirements for the English Candidates who do not • Hot meals & snacks provided Groom & Board now offers General Education credit courses are taught in ty. “The decision to offer the version of the GED tests – have a Social Security num- • Abeka curriculum Taking great care of your pets for 23 years! 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Early childhood is a precious and almost magical stage 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer of life in every young child’s life. Appliance Therapy: Corrects crowding and a Register Now! recessive lower jaw line. Children ages 18 months to 5 years old. Our center based program offers computers in every classroom, low teacher-child ratios, Eliminates the need for individualized curriculum, hands on materials, orthodontic tooth removal daily school uniforms, weekly Liturgy of the Week in many situations. service in the chapel and much, much more to help Knights of Columbus Monsignor Alfred Raye the college of their choice. Pictured are, left to right, your child have a healthy & happy experience. Council 9201 recently named the recipients of the Chris Estrada, John Kiel, Sandra Valdez, Dominic 2009 Kyle Kiel and Andy Estrada Scholarships. Cantalamessa, Lillyan Portillo, Melissa Gutierrez The ECC will hold its Parent Information Each recipient was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to and Khanh Pham. Photo submitted Eliminates the need Meeting on Monday, August 10, 2009 at 6:00 p.m. in the Social Hall. At this time, we will go over the for headgear. 2009-2010 ECC policies and procedures, uniform information, admission requirements Second Opinions Welcome! and children’s visitation day. Please contact the ECC offi ce for more information. Remember When Insurance Assignment Accepted • Quality and Caring Office 281-481-0314 • www.stlukescatholic.com 30 years ago (1979) Beamer Road Medical 5 years ago (2004) League City was traveling • Certified Specialist • Serving the South Belt Area Since 1981 Dobie High School sen- Building. Students in the Pasadena north on the freeway on ior Linda Richardson was Ricardo Gonzales, 31, Independent School District, a red Yamaha motorcycle named “All American Cheer- died when a driver lost con- as well as Clear Creek ISD, when he hit a curb. Ac- leader” out of the 600 stu- trol of his car, running into were set to return to school cording to police, he then dents who attended camp at and through Gonzales’ Aug. 16. struck a light pole and was Sam Houston State Uni- home, killing him as he sat Robert Reid, who played thrown from the bike onto Advanced Ticketing at amctheatres.com or 1 (888) AMC-4FUN versity. in a chair. with the Houston Rockets the concrete. The impact of South Belt-Ellington Leader A.M.Cinema - All seats $5, Digital 3D $8, IMAX $9, before noon AMC’s best value - denoted by ( ) Members of the Southeast 15 years ago (1994) from 1977 to 1988, made a the crash caused the light AMC Select - Special films for select tastes. Volunteer Fire Department Sagemeadow Municipal special appearance at a car pole to fall. McKenzie was GULF POINTE 30 responded to a call report- Utility District voters over- wash held by the Sagemont pronounced dead at the Leader Reader Ads Deadline: I-45 South & Beltway 8 ing rubber burning at a whelmingly approved a $6 Sluggers at Bayou City scene. Sagemeadow home to fi nd million bond package to Wings. The Texas Education 25 Words $8 for 1 week Noon Tuesday O that there was no fi re. The allow the district to pur- A 17-year-old South Belt Agency released its 2007- or 25 Words for 3 Weeks $21 Ads Are Not Taken HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE: AN IMAX 3D odor had come from two chase ownership in the city area youth, last seen at her 2008 Texas Assessment of no changes, no refunds. Over The Phone EXPERIENCE (PG) skunks in the front of the of Houston’s water plant grandmother’s house, went Knowledge and Skills re- (11:45 @ $9), 3:00, 7:40, 10:55 home. and expand the district. missing. sults. Overall, the Pasadena DIGITAL 3D G-FORCE IN DISNEY DIGITAL 3D (PG) (10:05 @ $8), 12:25, 2:45, 5:25, 25 years ago (1984) Clear Brook High School 1 year ago (2008) Independent School District 7:35, 9:40, 11:45 The sixth annual Kick-a- began offering Mandarin Tropical Storm Edouard received an academically G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA (PG13)  (10:15, 11:15 @ $5), 12:15, 1:15, 2:15, 3:15, 4:15, 5:15, 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, 9:15, 10:15, 11:15, 12:15, 12:55 thon to benefi t the Muscular Chinese classes. threatened the Houston acceptable rating from the JULIE & JULIA (PG13)  (10:00, 11:00 @ $5), 12:45, 2:00, 4:05, 5:05, 7:00, 8:00, ______9:55, 10:55, 12:50 Dystrophy Association was Frazier Elementary was area, but fortunately never organization. A PERFECT GETAWAY (R)  (10:30, 11:40 @ $5), 1:05, 2:30, 3:30, 4:50, 5:50, held at the Astroarena. The the only school out of the reached hurricane status. South Belt campuses that 7:05, 8:10, 9:35, 10:40, 11:55, 12:55 ALIENS IN THE ATTIC (PG)  (10:10 @ $5), 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:45, 11:50 event was sponsored by the PISD’s 51 campuses to re- While the South Belt area earned exemplary ratings ______THE COLLECTOR (R)  (11:25 @ $5), 1:55, 4:30, 7:10, 9:30, 11:40 FUNNY PEOPLE (R)  (10:35 @ $5), 12:55, 1:50, 4:20, 5:20, 7:20, 8:30, 10:30, 11:40 Dobie High School Lar- ceive “Recognized” status was spared the brunt of were Atkinson, Frazier and FUNNY PEOPLE (R) JF (11:25 @ $5), 2:55, 6:10, 9:25, 12:40 ______STREET DREAMS (R) (11:50 @ $5), 2:05, 4:10, 6:35 iaettes and Channel 39. for above-average perfor- the storm, local offi cials Moore elementary schools. G-FORCE (PG) (10:50, 11:20 @ $5), 1:00, 1:45, 3:35, 4:25, 6:25, 8:45, 10:50, 12:55 3D NOT AVAILABLE FOR THESE SHOWTIMES Pasadena Independent mance on the Texas Assess- and residents accordingly Receiving recognized ORPHAN (R) (11:55 @ $5), 3:05, 5:55, 7:45, 8:55, 10:45, 11:55 School District board mem- ment of Academic Skills. prepared for the worst. All ratings were Genoa, Jessup, ______THE UGLY TRUTH (R) (10:05 @ $5), 12:20, 2:35, 5:35, 7:55, 8:50, 10:10, 11:10, 12:25 bers approved teacher sala- 10 years ago (1999) nonessential Harris County Meador, Stuchbery, Burnett HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE (PG) (10:00 @ $5), 12:35, 1:35, 3:50, 5:00, 8:35, 11:55 ry increases averaging 15.7 Pasadena Independent and City of Houston em- and Laura Bush elemen- I LOVE YOU, BETH COOPER (PG13) (10:55 @ $5), 1:25, 3:55, 6:40, 9:05, 11:25 Make checks payable to: ICE AGE: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS (PG) (11:00 @ $5), 1:20, 3:45, 6:20, percent over the previous School District students ployees were told to stay at tary schools. Dobie High 8:40, 11:05 3D NOT AVAILABLE FOR THESE SHOWTIMES PUBLIC ENEMIES (R) (11:10 @ $5), 2:25, 5:30, 8:25, 11:25 year’s, without increasing continued to make impres- home. Many area schools, School, Morris Fifth Grade MY SISTER’S KEEPER (PG13) (10:25 @ $5), 12:50, 3:20, 5:45, 8:00, 10:20, local taxes for the 1984-85 sive gains on the Texas courthouses and hospitals Center, Beverly Hills and South Belt-Ellington Leader 12:45 TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE OF THE FALLEN (PG13) (10:20 @ $5), school year. Assessment of Academic were also closed as a pre- Thompson intermediates re- 1:30, 4:45, 8:05, 11:20 11555 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089 THE PROPOSAL (PG13) (10:10 @ $5), 12:40, 3:10, 5:40, 8:20, 11:00 20 years ago (1989) Skills test for the 1998-99 caution. ceived academically accept- THE HANGOVER (R) 12:05, 2:20, 4:35, 7:35, 9:55, 12:30 DRAG ME TO HELL (PG13) 6:50, 9:10, 11:30 Heavy winds spurned by school year. A man was killed in the able ratings. ————$AMC SELECT%———— Hurricane Chantal, record- Students in Pasadena and 12200 block of the Gulf Clear Creek Independent After Hours: Use mail slot in THE HURT LOCKER (R) (10:40 @ $5), 1:40, 4:55, 7:50, 10:35 front of building facing Beamer. (500) DAYS OF SUMMER (PG13) (11:30 @ $5), 2:10, 4:40, 7:25, 9:50, 12:05 ed at more than 70 mph at Clear Creek independent Freeway when he lost con- School District received a 281-481-5656 Times for Friday-Saturday, August 7-8, 2009 Times for Friday-Saturday, F - Closed Captioning · J - Descriptive Video Service Hobby Airport, ripped away school districts were start- trol of his motorcycle. Sid- recognized rating for the -SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT No passes or discount coupon part of the metal roof of the ing school. ney Marvin McKenzie III of 11th time out of 12 years. Thursday, August 6, 2009, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Jimmy, Gwen reach 50 year milestone Couple celebrates golden anniversary

Jimmy and Gwen Gibbs, 37-year residents of counselor at Dobie, and Gwen was an English Sagemont Park, celebrated their 50 year anniver- teacher at Thompson Intermediate before they sary July 31. The couple married in 1959 at First both retired in 1991. The couple have been Sagemont Baptist Church in Woodville, Texas, with the Rev. Church members since 1972. Jimmy plays the Carl and Phyllis Shaulis at their wedding in 1959. Carl and Phyllis celebrate their 50 years. Ernest Martain, uncle of the bride, officiating the piano for the Bible study department, and Gwen is ceremony. For their anniversary, the couple enjoyed an active member in the social planning depart- Carl and Phyllis Shaulis celebrate their 50 year wedding anniver- She enjoys shopping, going to lunch with friends, traveling and a family outing with their son, Gary, and wife ment. Pictured are, left to right, (front row) sary Aug. 8. To celebrate, their four children and grandchildren spending time visiting her children, Carl and Patti Shaulis; Rosemary; son Bryan; daughter Teri Gibbs Farrell Rosemary Gibbs, Joshua Farrell, Anna Farrell, will take them to dinner in Clear Lake. The couple were pre- Tammy and Matt Garza; BJ and Daryl Newton; Daryl and and husband John and their children Abigail, Terri Gibbs Farrell, John Farrell, Jacob Farrell, sented a check to take a cruise or trip of their choice at a later Angela Shaulis; and grandchildren Alex and CP, Macie and Jacob, Joshua and Anna. Gary and Teri Gibbs both (back row) Gary Gibbs, Bryan Gibbs, Gwen Gibbs, time this year. Carl retired from Basell in 1998 and now lives his Madison; Amber, Colton and Jake; Aubrey and Tyler; and step- attended Stuchbery Elementary, Beverly Hills Jimmy Gibbs and Abigail Farrell. life on the golf course. Phyllis worked for many years as the sec- grandchildren Kristen and Justin. Intermediate and Dobie High. Jimmy was lead Photo submitted retary at J. Frank Dobie High School until she retired in 2000. Photos submitted Library events scheduled Volunteers needed L & V CATERING The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Park Manor of South Belt Library, 10851 Scarsdale: at military office FOOD FOR ALL OCCASIONS Play board games and more on Game Day, Thursday, Aug. Volunteers are needed for the Military Retired Activities BIRTHDAYS • COMPANY PARTIES • GRADUATIONS 6, at 2:30 p.m. Office located at the Joint Armed Forces Reserve Center at WEDDINGS • ANNIVERSARIES Saturday, Aug. 8, is the last day to log books for the sum- Ellington Field, 14555 Scholl Road in Room 2150. mer reading program. Military retirees, spouses, veterans, etc. are asked to For all your Catering Needs Larry & Viola Quintanilla Movie Madness is Thursday, Aug. 13, at 2:30 p.m. Call donate three hours per week answering phone inquiries from call Owner & Manager the library at 281-484-2036 for feature title. Family storytime military retirees and other veterans. On-the-job training is (281)748-5740 or (281)782-4756 is Tuesday at 7 p.m. Preschooler storytime is Wednesday at provided any weekday morning from 9 a.m. until noon. 10:30 a.m. Toddler time is Thursday at 10 and 11:15 a.m. After the training is completed, regular assignment will be made in accordance with each individual’s schedule. If inter- ested, call the office at 832-380-7000, ext. 3130, Monday Cokesbury Lions Club meets Aug. 11 through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. Early Childhood Development Center The Houston Space City Lions Club will meet Tuesday, Aug. 11, at 7 p.m. at the Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway. Clinical Services Covering: For information, call George Malone at 281-438-7243. SoHo Class of ’59 ◆ Skilled Nursing ◆ Long Term Care holds 50-year reunion Now Enrolling for 2009-2010 ◆ Rehabilitation and much more. Women’s club to meet Tri-County Republican Women’s Club will meet at Golf- South Houston High will entertain, and a slide Children Ages: 18 months-5 years crest Country Club, 2509 Country Club Drive in Pearland, School’s Class of 1959 will show will be presented. Program: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 11902 Resource Parkway Aug. 11, at 10:30 a.m. The speaker will be Michael Chase, a hold its 50-year reunion Visiting and/or dancing Monday-Thursday (near Memorial Hermann SE Hospital) licensed professional counselor with expertise in counseling Friday and Saturday, Sept. 4 to music from the ’50s will mentally ill inmates at the Harris County jail. Visitors are and Sept. 5, at South Shore be held until 12:30 a.m. Cost: $250/mo. (4 days a week) 281-922-6802 • Fax: 281-922-6804 welcome. Lunch will be served and costs $12. Reservations Harbour Hotel, 2500 South Attire is informal. $145/mo. (2 days a week) must be confirmed by calling 281-484-8083. Shore Blvd. in League City. All money must be paid On Friday, light hors by Aug. 14. All prices are • Uses developmentally appropriate curriculum d’oeuvres will be served and per person. Prepays are $25 • Gain social skills, problem solving and joy a cash bar will be available for Friday night only, $60 for learning • Guided discovery that stretches San Jac offers certification from 6 to 11 p.m. Attire is for Saturday night only, and curiosity • Gain intellectual empowerment GARNER VISION CENTER The Continuing and Professional Development (CPD) casual. both nights for $75. If paid Limited Space! division of San Jacinto College is offering a free information On Saturday, Sept. 5, reg- after Aug. 14 or at the door, Family Owned & Operated session about the Alternative Teacher Certification program, istration is scheduled from 5 the cost is $85. which provides the opportunity to become a certified teacher to 7 p.m., buffet from 7 to Contact Sondra Traxler Call 832-235-5885 “We Specialize in Old-fashioned Service” in the state of Texas. 8:30 p.m. A cash bar will be Johnson at 903-452-3842 or Cokesbury United Methodist Church The free session will be held Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 6 to available. Buddy Griffin, Bob Fay at 713-501-0541 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. 8 p.m., at the San Jacinto College North campus, located at “The Man with the Banjo,” for more details. • Treatment of 5800 Uvalde Road in Houston. The session will take place in the Chablis Restaurant, Eye Diseases inside the Slovacek Student Center. For more information, 150 S. Friendswood Dr. call 281-459-7119, or e-mail [email protected]. Friendswood Friendswood, TX 77546 Frame & Gallery 281.482.2202 M-F 9:30-6, S 9;30-5 Dr. B.J. Garner BAND to meet Aug. 12 www.friendswoodframeandgallery.com Therapeutic Optometrist The Bay Area New Democrats will host mayoral candi- Optometric Glaucoma Specialist date Gene Locke and the Texas state representative from District 145, Carol Alvarado at the next meeting, Wednesday Aug. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Harris County Courthouse Bay Area • Laser Surgery Annex. SEMI-ANNUAL SALE Topics will include the most recent Texas legislative ses- NOW THRU AUGUST 15TH More than Consultations Laura Garner, Christina Huynh, sion as well as Locke’s campaign for the mayor’s office. Registered Optician Optometry Tech BAND meets on the second Wednesday of each month. 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The Longhorns, try- nament play Aug. 13-15. ing to rebound at the varsity Brook will be at the Austin 11101 RESOURCE PKWY. level from a 4-5 run in 2008, Westwood tournament Aug. (Behind Sonic) are undergoing changes. 13-15. Dobie will be in the Dobie has ditched the San Antonio Alamo Heights 281-484-9006 wing-T offense in favor of event Aug. 14-15. the spread offense, which fi gures to lean heavily on Third-year Dobie varsity football head coach Bobby Cotton found the quickest way BATTING CAGES the passing and athletic to make his way around to the various Longhorns’ practice stations was aboard the • PITCHING LANE • INSTRUCTION ROOMS • TEAM PARTIES ability. team’s Gator. During the opening days of practice, Cotton also spent plenty of time Continued on Page 3B on his feet helping put in the team’s new spread offense. 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Photo by John Bechtle Page 2, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 6, 2009 Sports calendar Now a senior, Bowman wants VOLLEYBALL Friday, Aug. 7 breakout season at Utah State Dobie (all teams) at Pearland scrimmage, 10 a.m. Friends and family of each player’s attributes and levels. Clear Brook (all teams) host Friendswood scrimmage, 4 p.m. 2005 Dobie High School how we can best be used to “I’m not knocking any- graduate Xavier Bowman be successful. one on the previous staff, Saturday, Aug. 8 are fi nally going to get a “We learned a lot of the but we now have a fresh Clear Brook (all teams) at Pearland scrimmage, 9 a.m. chance to see him play a offense in the spring, and start and, I think, a chance Dobie varsity at Clear Creek scrimmage, 8 a.m. football game in Texas. to have a great year.” Dobie JV at Clear Creek scrimmage, 8 a.m. Bowman, now entering Bowman is hoping for a Dobie fresh. A and B host Clear Creek scrimmage, 8 a.m. his senior season at Utah good year not only for the State University in Logan, is Aggies but for himself. Tuesday, Aug. 11 poised for what he believes After being one of the (Regular season openers) can be a breakout season. Houston area’s leading pass Clear Brook varsity at St. Agnes, 6:30 Over the past three sea- catchers as a senior at Do- Dobie varsity hosts Elkins, 6:00 sons, Bowman has had bie, Bowman has not had Clear Brook JV at St. Agnes, 5:30 much more to celebrate in the sort of personal success Dobie JV hosts Elkins, 5:00 the classroom, where he is he envisioned on the foot- Clear Brook freshman A at St. Agnes, 4:30 on track to graduate next ball fi eld. Perhaps 2009 is Dobie freshman A hosts Elkins, 4:00 spring with a psychology his year. Clear Brook freshman B at St. Agnes, 4:30 degree. “I’ve never been a big On the football fi eld, he’s stats guy in terms of ‘I got Thursday, Aug. 13 played in 33 career games this’ or ‘I got that,’ but this Clear Brook varsity at Austin Westwood tourn.(pool play) but has just 22 catches for year I want that for myself,” (Brook vs. Killeen Ellison) 209 yards and three scores. Xavier Bowman Bowman said. “Hopefully, (Brook vs. Gatesville) Ah, but Bowman has now everybody is excited to I can play at the next level (Brook vs. Austin) one more shot. As a senior, get back on the fi eld.” after this year, but if I don’t, Bowman doesn’t have to Bowman made one last I at least want to have a Friday. Aug. 14 climb past older, more ex- weekend trip back to the successful senior season to Dobie varsity at Alamo Heights tourn., San Antonio, TBA perienced players on the South Belt area before head- look back on. Clear Brook varsity at Austin Westwood tourn., TBA depth chart. And provided ing back to Logan Aug. 4. “That chance is here for he stays healthy, Bowman is The Aggies will begin not only myself but a lot of Saturday, Aug. 15 looking to excel in the Ag- practices soon in prepara- us. It’s not going to be easy Dobie varsity at Alamo Heights tourn., San Antonio, TBA gies’ new spread offense. tion for a tough Sept. 3 sea- for us, but we can do it.” Clear Brook varsity at Austin Westwood tourn., TBA “I’ve played behind older son opener at Utah. At 6-foot-3, 200 lbs., The South Belt Sluggers, a 9-under select baseball Anthony Aguilera, (middle row) DeJuan Dixson, Zach- guys and accepted my role The Aggies, predicted to Bowman possesses the size team, took second place at the Westbury Summer ary Scruggs, Hunter Garcia, Kevin Gartner, Matthew FOOTBALL in the past,” Bowman said. fi nish seventh in the West- to play professionally. Classic. Members of the team are, left to right, (front Smith, Kaleb Sanders, (back row) coaches Kent Sand- Saturday, Aug. 15 “Now this is my time to ern Athletic Conference this Whether he does or Row) Zach Medina, Triston Gibson, David Zermeno, ers, Taji Garcia, Dave Smith and Kenneth Scott. Dobie (all teams) hosts Manvel scrimmage, 9 a.m. shine. In this offense, we season, will also take on doesn’t make it is out of are going to be in a lot of Brigham Young and Fresno his control. His educational Thursday, Aug. 20 four- and fi ve-receiver sets. State in diffi cult conference growth is not. Sluggers select baseball places second Dobie (all teams at Elkins scrimmage), TBA All of us should get a lot of play. “I want to earn my Ph. opportunities.” USU will also take on D. in psychology,” Bowman The 9-under South a 21-9 win over the Bellaire by Kaleb Sanders, Hunter Smith, Medina, Sand- Saturday, Aug. 22 Many of the team’s rea- Texas A&M in College Sta- said. Belt Sluggers rebounded Bombers. Garcia, David Zermeno and ers and Gibson were the Brook (all teams) at Friendswood scrimmage, 9 a.m. sons for optimism center tion a non-conference game “I’m going to work very from an opening loss to The next game loomed Dixson. defensive standouts, and around the arrival of fi rst- Sept. 19. hard in the spring semester take second place at the as the most important of the The Sluggers moved on Garcia led at the plate Thursday, Aug. 27 year head coach Greg An- Utah State went 3-9 last (with the hopes of at least Westbury Summer Clas- tournament for the Slug- to face neighborhood rival with a triple and double Regular season opener dersen, who had been an season before school of- getting a pro tryout). sic. gers. The Sluggers needed H-Town Jokers in a semi- while scoring two runs. Dobie varsity hosts Channelview, Newcomb, 6:00 assistant coach at nationally fi cials shuffl ed the deck on If that doesn’t happen, After losing the fi rst not only a win but a shutout fi nal showdown. The Slug- The Sluggers later fell Clear Brook JV Black hosts Lamar, campus, 6:30 ranked Utah prior to this the football staff. Bowman I’ll probably apply to grad game, 8-6, to the West U to advance. gers held on to win 4-1 and 7-0 to West U and fi n- Clear Brook JV Silver hosts Lamar, 4;30 season. thinks the changes can do school somewhere in the Thunderbirds, the Slug- Kevin Gartner was up punch their ticket for the ished second. “Our team Clear Brook freshman Black at Lamar, 4:30 Andersen also hired of- wonders. Houston area and fi nish my gers found themselves to the task. Gartner hurled fi nal. battled hard all weekend, Clear Brook freshman Silver at Lamar, 6:30 fensive coordinator Dave “I’m defi nitely excited,” masters.” with their backs against one of the fi nest games of The Sluggers were paced and I couldn’t be more Baldwin, who installed the he said. “In college football, So far, so good for Bow- the wall. the season for the Sluggers, by outstanding pitching pleased with the effort,” Friday, Aug. 28 spread offense in the offsea- there’s much more to it than man in the big picture. But The Sluggers were throwing a 1-hit shutout. and great defense. Gartner manager Taji Garcia said. Regular season opener son. having good players and he wants more. led by DeJuan Dixson, The Sluggers rolled started and threw 3-1/3 in- “We have continued to Clear Brook varsity at Alice, 7:30 “It’s going to be great,” going out on the fi eld and Perhaps Utah State’s Triston Gibson, Anthony to a 16-0 win against the nings, and Garcia closed it improve over the past Dobie freshman White hosts Channelview, Auxiliary, 4:30 Bowman predicted. “On winning games. spread offense will lead to Aguilera and Zach Med- Houston Express behind a out going the fi nal 2-2/3. six weeks, and I am very Dobie freshman Orange hosts Channelview, Auxiliary, 4:30 offense and defense, the “It’s about having the more opportunities for the ina as they ran away with double-digit hit attack led Zachary Scruggs, Matthew proud of my guys.” coaches are focusing on support and leadership at all former Longhorn star. TENNIS Saturday, Aug. 15 Manuel Moreno reunion event, Dobie, 9 a.m. As athletics season nears, Wolverines’ weight room scores upgrades Mon. to Wed., Aug. 17 to 19 Dobie varsity tennis tryouts, 4 p.m. A weight room make- around,” Lanier said. “We the other schools in the dis- Dobie varsity team workouts, 6 p.m. over, complete with plenty talked to our boosters and trict have,” Priestly said. of upgrades, will greet Clear were able to get some things “That’s not the case any- Brook High School athletes done with a company to get more, but we still have to this school year. us some help. It’s a big deal pay for these things through Sports news, notes Thanks to a large fund- for us, and I know the kids fundraisers. We’ll get there, raising commitment initiat- have really responded to the but we will need the help of Dobie football car wash ed by the Wolverines’ foot- changes.” donations and sponsorships ball booster club, things are Priestly, whose stepson along the way.” Dobie High School’s incoming freshman football looking mighty spiffy in the is standout running back For Priestly and his fel- players will host a car wash fund raiser Saturday, school’s weight room these Brandon Ellison, said it all low Wolverines’ football Aug. 8, from 9 a.m to noon at Food Town on Scars- days. starts with a desire on the boosters, it’s all about doing dale. Tickets are $5 each. Proceeds go toward costs Clear Brook head foot- part of the boosters to de- the right thing. associated with football program activities. ball coach and boys’ ath- liver what the athletes need “Coach Lanier has letic coordinator Paul La- to excel. brought back a winning at- SBGSA fall registration nier noticed the need for When Priestly and some titude, and we are again Registration for the South Belt Girls Softball Asso- change after he was hired at of the current board mem- doing so well in football,” ciation’s fall season will be held at the league facilities the school prior to the 2007- bers got involved around Priestly said. at El Franco Lee Park Tuesday, Aug. 18, Thursday, Aug. 2008 school year. He also the time of Lanier’s arrival, “These kids deserve 20, Tuesday, Aug. 25, and Thursday, Aug. 27, from 6 knew where the help would the football booster club our support. Our Web site to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 22, and Saturday, Aug. need to come from. had little money or support. (www.clearbrookfootball. 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More details will come as the Luckily for the athletes at Much of that has changed com) is updated daily, and registration sessions near. Clear Brook, a determined now. we are planning a bowl-a- group of football boosters, The football booster thon and other fundraisers Colt 45s select baseball guided by president Wayne club is now thriving in sup- during the year.” Priestly, stepped in. port, and the group is sub- Priestly pointed out that Players age 6 to 14 are invited to try out for one of “I have known for a long sequently able to get more what is being done now the Proway Colt 45 teams Saturday, Aug. 8, at 2 p.m., at time that the weight room things accomplished. at Clear Brook in the ath- the League City Sportsplex, 1251 Link Road. The Colt was in need of upgrades and The club has made the letic department and, more 45s are building teams for the upcoming fall season. For new equipment,” Priestly fi rst of three annual install- specifi cally football, will more information, visit http://www.batxprospects.com. said. ment payments to cover the benefi t athletes for years to “When I sat down with cost of the weight room come. SBHLL fall baseball sign-up coach Lanier shortly after overhaul. Two other pay- “We have a solid group The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League will host he arrived back then, he ment dates will come in of boosters who have dedi- fall baseball registration dates, including Saturday, indicated that one of his fo- 2010 and 2011. cated themselves to helping Aug. 8, and Saturday, Aug. 15, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. cuses was going to be get- Priestly said more will our athletes acheive great at El Franco Lee Park. The fee is $55 per player, with ting the weight room up to need to be done this year things,” he said. a $10 discount ($45) offered to each additional player par.” and in the years to follow to “These upgrades are go- from the same family. For more information, visit www. It took some time and ensure Clear Brook athletes ing to help athletes fi ve, six, eteamz.com/sbhll. will take more time to pay get what they deserve to be seven and eight years down for, but the Wolverine ath- at their best. the line. Maybe more. The SBHLL general meeting letic community now has “Our athletes have ex- future looks good for us, but The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League board what it needs. celled at a high level for a we always need more help will host a general membership meeting Thursday, Aug. “Our weight room is lot of years, but Clear Brook and more parents willing to 13, at the Harris County Annex building (courthouse) now up there with the best didn’t have what some of do their part.” on Scarsdale. The board will focus on amending the league’s constitution. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. Wolverines ready to begin practice Aug. 10 All SBHLL board members are encouraged to attend. Continued from Page 1B all of those rankings and so “We like the direction with a win,” Lanier said. Back to school classic Coming off a season for forth are for entertainment things are going, but you “That places more empha- The annual Back to School Classic, hosted by the Sa- the record books that in- only,” Lanier said. can never rest on what you sis on the preseason and our gemont-Beverly Hills Little League, is Friday through cluded the Wolverines’ fi rst “It provides for good did a season ago,” Lanier preparation. We are repre- Sunday, Aug. 21-23. Available age groups are 6-U, 8-U, Class 5A district title, it’s entertainment, but you still said. senting the Houston area in 10-U and 12-U. Team registration information and de- easy to see why hopes are have to produce and win “As we have all seen, that game, and we want to tails are at www.eteamz.com/sbhll. high for 2009. football games on the fi eld. one mistake can cost you a win.” Still, the Wolverines will “When you win consi- game. Right now, we want From there, Clear Brook South Belt soccer registration have their work cut out for tently, then usually you are to get the guys on the fi eld will face Aldine Nimitz and On-line registration in the South Belt Youth Soccer them at the varsity level. well thought of in those and get back to work. The Strake Jesuit, two strong will end Saturday, Aug.15. Youths in the U-5 through Clear Lake, which lost rankings and such. We big key for us is to hit the programs, in nondistrict U-18 may register online at southbeltsoccer.org. Prac- only to Clear Brook while weren’t predicted to win our ground running. play. Then the 24-5A slate tices began this month, and the games will start in Sep- posting a 5-1 district mark district last year but we did. “I like the work we were arrives. tember. Games will be played over the course of 10 in 2008, should once again In most rankings, we aren’t able to get done during the “Our district is always Saturdays at El Franco Lee and Beverly Hills parks. Af- be talented. picked to win this year, but spring, and the guys have going to be balanced,” La- ter the Aug. 15 registration deadline, there will be only Clear Springs, which there is nothing keeping us been up here working hard nier said. selected numbers of openings based on individual age will play varsity football for from doing that.” in the weight room. Hope- “Every week you have to group needs. just a second season, is one So obviously, as Lanier fully, it’s a case of us just be ready to play. In 2007, of the early favorites to win heads into season three as needing to sharpen up a bit we felt like we left some NGA/Hooters golf at Golfcrest the 24-5A crown. the Clear Brook head coach, as we move foward.” opportunities on the fi eld Local golf fans will get a chance to see some of the Then there’s Dickinson, he’s looking for the team to With the Wolverines set because of turnovers. game’s fi nest young players up close and personal dur- which in 2008 celebrated again make things happen to play in the Gulf Coast “Last season we were ing an exciting four rounds of action at Golfcrest Coun- its 5A arrival by making the for itself. Classic in the season opener able to take care of the foot- try Club in Pearland Aug. 6-9. The National Golf Asso- playoffs under veteran head The team will be operat- Aug. 27 against Class 4A ball better in district play ciation Hooters Pro Tour will make a stop at Golfcrest coach Warren Trahan. ing with a new quarterback, power Alice on the road, and make some things hap- during that time for what is sure to bring plenty of fun Some early season rank- but there is enough experi- the program has a chance to pen for ourselves. for fans of all ages. The Texas Honing Open will be ings have the Wolverines ence on both sides of the make a statement. “Our goal every year is held Aug. 6-9. At press time, the fi eld of players was at fi nishing as high as second ball to warrant another suc- A win over Alice would to remain competitive and 72. For more information about the NGA Hooters tour in the 24-5A ranks. cessful season. not only give the Wolverines to put ourselves in a posi- events, visit www.ngatour.com. Admission is free to the That might be consid- The big benefi t this sea- plenty of momentum for the tion to make the playoffs event. ered a slap in the face of the son could come in the fact remainder of the season but and eventually go for a state returning district champion. that these Wolverines ex- would also give the players championship. That’s what Aug. 6 – Texas Honing Open opening-round action. As for Lanier, he takes it pect to win and to be in con- and program more respect. we are aiming to do this Aug. 7 – Texas Honing Open second-round action. all in stride and expects his tention for the 24-5A. This “The Alice game is a season.” Aug. 8 – Texas Honing Open third-round action. players to do the same. wasn’t the case for much of showcase, and we want to It all starts Aug. 10 for Aug. 9 – Texas Honing Open fi nal-round action. “I tell the players that the decade pre-Lanier. go to Alice and come back the Wolverines. Thursday, August 6, 2009, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Dobie’s journey toward 2009 football season begins, two-a-days in full swing Aug. 15 scrimmage date against Manvel closes in; Channelview opener looms Aug. 27

Continued from Page 1B place.” obvious the guys have taken Cotton said he and his Dobie’s fi rst eligible care of themselves in the staff were pleased with the day to practice in full pads summer. Our play in 7-on-7 way the group as a whole is Aug. 7. That’s when the has really helped us get a turned out for practice ready Longhorns will really begin head start on the spread of- to go. No steps backward to turn things up in prepa- fense. were needed. ration for a pair of scrim- “From here, it’s all about “Our level of retention mages. taking it one day at a time from the spring, even in the The football program and preparing for the sea- freshman group coming in will go through a short son. from Thompson and Bev- practice Aug. 8, and two-a- Defensively, the guys are erly Hills, has been great,” days resume Aug. 10. The working hard. As a group, Cotton said. fi rst Dobie scrimmage is I think things are going to “It always helps when Aug. 15 on campus against come together very well.” you can get out of the gate Manvel. That’s a good thing be- quickly and not have to stop “Right now we couldn’t cause the regular season is and reteach things.” be happier given that we are drawing closer and closer as As for the Longhorns’ only a couple of days into the days pass. The Channel- new spread offense, the things.” Cotton said. “It’s view Falcons await. players are adjusting well. Cotton, who along with as- sistants Charlie Burton and LP’s Perkins won’t play Kenneth Foster, is guiding the Longhorns through the La Porte’s Kendrick Per- A&M University in the fall nuances of the new system, kins, one of the region’s top of 2010 and also has aspira- has been happy with the re- running backs, won’t play tions of playing profession- sults. football this season. ally. He was not selected in “I think the bottom line A source with knowl- the 2009 major league base- is the guys like the offense, edge of the situation told ball amateur draft. and they are really putting the Leader that Perkins in- As a junior, Perkins in the work to make sure we formed the coaching staff of rushed for 1,762 yards and get it down,” Cotton said. his decision July 30. scored 25 touchdowns, “It’s an offense that is Perkins, a two-sport star, guiding the Bulldogs to the designed to take advan- is giving up football to fo- fourth round of the playoffs. tage of your athletic ability cus full time on baseball. He On the baseball fi eld, Per- as a team. We believe we is reported to have agreed kins helped La Porte to the have that athletic ability in to play baseball at Texas District 22-5A crown. Countdown to kickoff – Dobie Longhorns Aug. 7: First workouts in full pads; (8 a.m.) Dobie varsity assistant coach Chris Swinnen (right) puts members of the Longhorns’ defensive Aug. 8: Incoming freshman car wash at Food Town (see front through the paces during the second day of two-a-day workouts Aug. 4 on campus. The Zach Fondal, a member of Dobie’s offensive line group, pushes a Longhorns will continue their workouts through much of next week before preparing for the Page 2B). sled toward the fi nish line during a team drill as part of two-a-days. fi rst of two scrimmages. Dobie hosts Manvel Aug. 15 in a series of scrimmages that will feature Fondal is bidding to make his way onto the starting varsity line as the the freshman, sophomore, junior varsity and varsity squads. The Longhorns will have a second Aug. 10-14: All teams continue two-a-day workouts, team inches toward the opener. scrimmage at Elkins Aug. 20. Photos by John Bechtle leading up to opening scrimmage. Aug. 15: Dobie hosts Manvel Mavericks in scrimmage at Davis pair excels at track nationals Dobie (all levels), 9 a.m. Rising Stars Track Aug. 20: Dobie at Elkins Knights in scrimmage (all lev- Club athletes Jacoby Davis (left) and Jer- els), 4 p.m. emy Davis competed in the USA Track and Field National Junior Aug. 27: Dobie varsity hosts Channelview Falcons, 2009 Olympics Champion- ships in Greensboro, season opener, Newcomb Field, 6 p.m. N.C. Jacoby Davis took second place in the ban- tam boys’ triathlon, and his twin, Jeremy Da- vis, took third place in the bantam boys’ high jump competition. The Davis twins are students at Bush Elementary. Their parents are South Belt residents Erica and Terence Davis. The boys also play football for the Southbelt Dolphins of the Bay Area Football League. Submitted photo

No BAFL Fun Day, regular season Aug. 22 For the fi rst time in many the area. The opening day Cougars at Lutheran South years, there will be no Fun of the regular season is Aug. Academy. Day of scrimmage action to 22. The Sagemont Cowboys salute the start of the Bay The Ellington Rams be- open the season Aug. 22 at Area Football League sea- gin play Aug. 22 at the Man- the Friendswood Mustangs, son. vel Ravens. The Rams play then host League City Aug. In previous seasons, each their home openers Aug. 29. The Southbelt Dolphins of the league’s programs 29 against the La Marque host La Marque Aug. 22. gathered at the Pearland Dad’s Club. Scrimmages Jokers barbecue fundraiser were held to help the play- ers get prepared for the reg- The Houston Jokers, a clude brisket, sausage, ular season. 9-under select baseball team beans, rice, potato salad and During this past offsea- composed of South Belt all of the fi xings. son, BAFL offi cials voted area players, will host a bar- The plates will be served to do away with Fun Day becue fundraiser Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For Dobie defensive lineman Sefi ta Kefu anticipates the snap of the football during a for at least the 2009 season. Aug. 15 at the Doghouse more information about the Junior Shelby Bradley (left) and Mantej Gill, a sophomore, are just two of Dobie’s drill on the second day of the Longhorns’ two-a-day workouts. Kefu, a three-year League practices began Saloon, located at 2502 Old team, visit the Web site at student athletic training staff members who braved the heat for the start of football varsity performer, is being counted on to provide leadership up front as the Long- Aug. 1 and are continuing Galveston Road. www.houstonjokers.web. practice on campus. horns prepare for opening night. at team practice sites across The $7 plates will in- com. CALENDAR HELP WANTED THURSDAY, AUG. 6 through Friday. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United 8 p.m. 7 a.m. Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA BOOKKEEPER, PAYROLL/PAY RECEIVER AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday Room 114. 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Gibbs, Owner TECL# 19197 Gary Brown 281-488-3361 Page 6, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 6, 2009 National power San Jacinto College Coyote soccer players arrive Aug. 1 Priest to SFA baseball takes on road-weary volleyball slate The San Jacinto College cancer awareness rally be- November 7-8 at a location Athletic Association in as- volleyball team announced ing held throughout Octo- still to be determined. sists a year ago and was a its 2009 schedule this week, ber to raise awareness and The national champion- fi rst-team all-conference se- which will begin August funds. ship returns once again to lection and the Region XIV 28-29 at the Texas Tornado Each year, high school the Mid-America Center in co-setter of the year. Tournament in Houston. and college volleyball teams Council Bluffs, Iowa, No- Nelson has added a slew The squad will host six across the country partici- vember 18-23. of newcomers, includ- home matches, beginning pate in the initiative. San Jacinto fi nished ing two NCAA Division I with Temple College on Last year San Jacinto last season fi fth in the na- transfers and one from the Sept. 1. Other home match- raised more than $600 to tion, the best fi nish under NCAA Division II ranks. es include Lee College fi ght the cause. Nelson’s tutelage. San Jac All Raven home matches (Sept. 24), Laredo (Oct. This season’s Dig Pink returns four players from are played at Anders Gym- 2), Coastal Bend (Oct. 3), match will be Oct. 7 against last season’s 33-3 squad, nasium on the San Jacinto Galveston College (Oct. 7) Galveston College. including setter Abbey College Central campus, and Wharton County Junior The 2009 Region XIV (Parker) Barnett, who led located at 8060 Spencer College (Oct. 13). tournament will be played the National Junior College Highway in Pasadena. Following the home opener against Temple, San Jacinto will embark on a three-week road trip begin- ning in Brenham at the de- fending national champion Blinn College’s Labor Day Classic September 4-5. The following weekend will see San Jacinto play at the Willowbrook Patriot’s Day tournament, followed by a weekday trimatch in Temple featuring Temple College and Tyler Junior College. The Ravens will open conference play against Galveston College, then head to the North Central Texas College Classic be- fore returning home. Midseason play for San The San Jacinto College soccer preseason is offi cially under way. Players re- Jac includes the Panola ported Aug. 1 to begin workouts, get registered for classes and get housing is- College tournament and a sues squared away. Coming off the team’s most successful season in school his- Cody Priest (left), shown here with Dobie High trip to Miami to face na- tory in 2008, head coach David Santesteban (above) has now welcomed quite a School catcher Justin Eckols, will continue his tional powerhouse Miami few fi rst-year players this time around. A season ago, the Coyotes went 18-2-2 education and playing career at Stephen F. Austin Dade College. overall, playing in the National Junior College Athletic Association’s national University in Nacogdoches after signing a letter of “It’s not an easy sched- title game for the fi rst time in school history. San Jacinto lost that game 1-0, intent with the Jacks. Priest, a fi rst team all-district ule,” said head coach Sha- but Santesteban and his Coyotes are back to make another run at the crown in performer as a pitcher for Dobie in 2009, will pri- ron Nelson, who will be in 2009. Scrimmage action begins Aug. 21 for the Coyotes, and the team opens the marily pitch at SFA. He will be joined by his older her eighth season at San Ja- regular season Sept. 5 against Barton County in the school’s fi rst-ever evening brother, Ryan, who will be a senior this fall. cinto this August. match. SJC marketing dept. Photo by John Bechtle “We travel every week- Entering her eighth sea- end, but we will be sea- son, San Jacinto College soned and fi ne-tuned to head volleyball coach know what to do in numer- Sharon Nelson has the Dobie netters eye workouts; fall team play is Aug. 20 ous situations against all Ravens ready to face a Jr., entering his 11th season by hosting Pearland Daw- “I hope you have enjoyed calibers of talent.” tough schedule. In 2008, Members of the Dobie ished second to Memorial at Dobie, has set the fall son Aug. 20 at home. Dis- your summer break and are San Jacinto College will San Jacinto fi nished fi fth High School tennis var- during the fall team ten- schedule. trict play begins Sept. 22. ready to get back into the once again participate in at nationals. sity squad will soon have nis season but went on to After the special Moreno Moreno has again stacked swing of things again,” he Dig Pink, a national breast SJC marketing a chance to keep the pro- advance to the Region III gram’s recent string of suc- quarterfi nals for the fi rst reunion matches Aug. 15 the Longhorns’ schedule said. cessful fall seasons alive. time in two decades. (see Page 1B), the Long- with a slew of tough com- “After the best team ten- A season ago, Dobie fi n- Coach Manuel Moreno horns will open the season petition. nis season (2008) we have It won’t be easy for the enjoyed so far during my Longhorns, who lost a large time as coach, your goal Dobie High School number of seniors to gradu- should be to advance even ation, particularly on the further into the playoffs in Varsity tennis schedule boys’ side of the net. 2009. But Moreno’s Longhorns “You all are aware we Date Opponent Time have found ways to perse- are going to be a lot young- vere in recent seasons. er and a lot less experienced

Aug. 15 Moreno reunion event 9 a.m. The team’s Region III on the boys’ side of the Aug. 17-19 Team tryouts 4 p.m. success last season was not court,” he said. completely unexpected, yet “But you’ve taken on Aug. 20 Pearland Dawson 3:30 p.m. it showed the team’s desire challenges and adversities Aug. 28 Clear Springs 2:30 p.m. to compete for every point like this before and have of every match. responded with fl ying col- Aug. 29 at Galveston Ball 9 a.m. As the 2009 fall season ors. You can do it again as a Sept. 1 Clear Brook 2:30 p.m. nears, Moreno is again ea- team.” ger to get out on the courts. Moreno’s words have Sept. 4 Clear Creek 2:30 p.m. His message to all returning certainly rung true over the Sept. 8 at Baytown Sterling 6:30 p.m. players is clear. past several seasons. Sept. 11-12 at Corpus Christi tourn. TBA Sept. 15 Friendswood 3:30 p.m. Dobie High School Sept. 18 Baytown Sterling 3 p.m. JV/Freshman tennis schedule Sept. 19 Nederland 8:30 a.m. Date Opponent Time Sept. 19 Copperas Cove 2 p.m. Sept. 17 at Friendswood 3:15 p.m. Sept. 22 *Memorial 2:30 p.m. Sept. 23 *at Memorial 3:15 p.m. Sept. 25 *at South Houston 2:30 p.m. Sept. 30 *at Deer Park 3:30 p.m. Sept. 29 *Deer Park 3:30 p.m. Oct. 7 PISD tourn. (Strawberry) TBA Oct. 2 *La Porte 3 p.m. Oct. 21 at Baytown Sterling 3:30 p.m. Oct. 6 *at Pasadena 2:30 p.m. Oct. 14 *at Pearland 3:15 p.m. Oct. 9 *Sam Rayburn 2:30 p.m. Oct. 28 *at Clear Creek 3:30 p.m. Oct. 13 *at Pearland 2:30 p.m. INVENT YOURSELF Nov. 3 *at Clear Brook 3:15 p.m. Oct. 17 Dobie exes matches 9 a.m. Nov. 10 Houston Memorial (Fr.) 3:30 p.m. Oct. 22-24 22-5A championships TBA Nov. 12 Houston Memorial (JV) 3:30 p.m. Oct. 30-31 Region III championships TBA Nov. 17 at Clear Springs 3:15 p.m. Nov. 6-7 State championships TBA Nov. 20 PISD fall tournament TBA * – District 22-5A match Future stars attend Dobie summer baseball camp

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