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Where to Cop the Under Armour Curry One 'Championship Pack'
Celebrate Steph Curry's winning season with the Under Armour Curry One 'Championship Pack'.
The white pair is dubbed the 'Splash Party' colorway and was given to Steph for his birthday. The shoe features multiple colored spots on the collar area to mimic birthday cake sprinkles, while the silver/chrome heel cup further adds to the eye-catching appeal of the sneakers.
The other Curry One is dubbed the 'Moment' colorway and features a simple black and yellow color combination.
Curry wore the 'Splash Party' colorway during game 5 and the 'Moment' colorway for the title-clinching game 6 of the 2015 NBA Finals, hence both shoes being a part of a championship pack.
The Under Armour Curry One 'Championship Pack' retails for $400 and can be purchased at 10am EST on October 20 at the retailers below:
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The average number of superyachts under management, among the industry's top management companies, is 24 – one of numerous facts about this ordinarily opaque sector gleaned from a recent research project undertaken by The Superyacht Intelligence Agency.
With a fleet of 77 yachts under management, 3.2 times the industry average, Y.CO leads the way, with its largest vessel measuring 124m, 25m more than the mean average of 99m. Y.CO is among seven companies managing yachts over 100m, the others being Wilson Yacht Management, Inserve, Hill Robinson, Wright Maritime Group, Camper & Nicholsons International and Master Yachts, whose 147m client is the largest vessel identified in our survey.
When it comes to employees, Burgess is the highest ranked company, with a staggering 168 permanent personnel. This is over four times the industry average, although as one of the industry's largest full-service companies, this also includes its other divisions. Even so, with 45 dedicated yacht managers, Burgess still outstrips the industry average of 10 by over 400 per cent.
Y.CO is a close second, with 41 yacht managers. This equates to 1.9 yachts per manager, which is an impressively low figure – underlining the company's commitment to a bespoke service for its clients. Only MCM, Jansen, West Nautical and Master Yachts have lower yacht/manager ratios.
This data provides an insightful overview of the distribution of the fleet-under-management market. It also represents a prelude to The Superyacht Management Report, appearing in issue 179 of The Superyacht Report. This report analyses client sentiment towards the management sector, via a comprehensive project undertaken by The Superyacht Intelligence Agency.
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Daffodil pulls together in one place the information you need to plan what care services might be required in your local area in the future. Information from research and population projections show potential need for care over the next 20 years for children, adults and older people.
New in Daffodil
Daffodil v7.1 released 23 May 2018:
- New page – Care home placements from outside the local area
Daffodil v7.0 released 10 November 2017:
- Standard years to show 2017, 2020, 2025, 2030, 2035
- Next five years to show 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021
- Disability living allowance (DLA) & Personal Independence Payment (PIP) - updated data
- Updated employment and support allowance (ESA) data
- Residential services - updated data
- Reablement - updated data
- New section - Care home markets
- New page – Size of homes
Daffodil v6.0 released 27 January 2016:
- Disability living allowance (DLA) to be combined with Personal Independence Payment (PIP) with updated figures.
- Updated employment and support allowance (ESA) data
- Updated deprivation data
- Services provided pages updated data
Daffodil v5.1 released 26 May 2015:
- New security/forgotten password system.
Daffodil v5.0 released 6 June 2014:
- Household growth - new data
- No central heating (adults) - new data
- No central heating (children) - new page
- Provision of unpaid care (adults) - new data
- Young carers - new page
- Limiting long term illness (adults and children) - updated prevalence
- Diabetes - updated prevalence
- Heart condition - updated prevalence
- Obesity (adults and children) - updated prevalence
- Stroke - updated prevalence
- Mental health problem (adults) - extended information
- Alcohol - binge drinking - updated prevalence
- Moderate or serious physical disability - page replaced with ESA benefits data
- Falls, hospital admissions - updated data
- Mental health problem (children) - updated prevalence
- Teenage pregnancy - updated data
- Cancer - new page
- Family composition - new and extended data
Daffodil v4.0 released 28 February 2014:
- Revised population projections
- Standard years to show 2013, 2015, 2020, 2025, 2030
- Next five years to show 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017
- New ethnicity data
- Updated disability living allowance (DLA) data
- Updated deprivation data
- Updated youth justice
- Services provided pages updated with 2012/13 data
Daffodil v3.0 released 28 September 2012:
- New multiple download facility allowing data for all LHBs or all Local authorities to be downloaded into one spreadsheet
- Standard years to show 2012, 2015, 2020, 2025, 2030
- Next five years to show 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
- Disability Living Allowance - updated data
- Services provided pages updated with 2010/11 data
- Deprivation - updated data
- Youth Justice - updated data
Daffodil v2.0 released 31 July 2011:
- Standard years to show 2011, 2015, 2020, 2025, 2030
- Next five years to show 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015
- Updated ethnicity data
- Updated household growth data
- Services provided pages updated with 2009/10 data
23 November 2010: Correction made to Aneurin Bevan population figures for people aged 85 and over.
Daffodil v1.0 released 15 October 2010.
Planned updates
New Daffodil Cymru developments
Responsibility for Daffodil Cymru is transferring to Social Care Wales. Currently hosted by the Institute of Public Care (IPC) at Oxford Brookes University, Welsh Government wishes to bring a range of data and information resources all in one place. Social Care Wales will maintain the current system and develop it further in line with your future requirements.
You will be able to access Daffodil Cymru in the same way as before at this address.
Provides population data by age band, gender, ethnic group, and by disability living allowance or PIP, ESA and household growth data, for local authorities and local health boards in Wales.
Prevalence rates from research are applied to the children's population projections: deprivation, family composition, mental health problem, limiting long term illness, disability, learning disability, autistic spectrum disorders (ASD), Down`s syndrome, challenging behaviour, visual impairment, hearing impairment, epilepsy, obesity, parental health, abuse and neglect, provision of unpaid care.
The following data is applied to population projections: teenage pregnancies, youth justice - offences resulting in a disposal.
Prevalence rates from research are applied to the young people's and/or adult and older people population projections: living alone, tenure, no central heating, provision of unpaid care, limiting long term illness, bronchitis and emphysema, continence, cancer, diabetes, falls - hospital admissions, hearing impairment, visual impairment, heart condition, obesity, stroke, physical disability, domestic tasks, self care, mobility, learning disability, including Down`s syndrome, challenging behaviour, autistic spectrum disorders (ASD); mental health problems including drugs misuse and hospital admissions, alcohol – binge drinking, suicide, survivors of childhood sexual abuse and dementia including early onset.
Finally, nationally available performance data on adults and older people receiving community based, reablement and residential services are applied to the projected population figures.
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One news item that may be getting lost in the din of the Black Sunday developments is that Fannie Mae
The Federal Housing Finance Agency said it will block the severance payments for Fannie's Daniel Mudd and Freddie's Richard Syron, which together had been estimated at up to $23 million.
I have to say I'm down with that. When I begged Uncle Sam to please let something fail recently, I brought up the idea that when companies require bailouts, maybe top brass should be required to jump with no golden parachute whatsoever. Why do we give top executives a cushy landing when they're let go? Doesn't that sound suspiciously like an incentive to screw up, or at least give a message that screwing up wouldn't be that bad for them?
Take the Big Three's recent hope for government loans in the $25 billion to $50 billion range. How short are the memories of those who forget that Chrysler is headed up by Bob Nardelli, who left Home Depot
Shareholders should pressure their companies for say-on-pay policies and reasonable salaries. It's not unheard of. Costco
I think golden parachutes in particular should be viewed as symbols of decadence and thievery, not to mention the antithesis of true free-market dealings. Failure should not pay. In the case of bailouts and government assistance, then both shareholders and the public at large are the ones who get their pockets picked for a whole lot of nothing. I don't see why this stuff has gotten by so easily for as long as it has -- it's low on both ethics and logic. So many of these guys have been paid millions year-in and year-out anyway, sometimes making terrible decisions that don't come out in the wash until years later (like now).
Surely we can strive for better than this. Now is a good time to be furious -- and start rethinking the policies of a decadent phase that encouraged greed, ego, and self-absorption over ethics, prudence, and the pride of corporate excellence. It's a time we must put behind us.


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Re: Termite & Pest Controlamspcs Mar 17, 2008 8:04 AM (in response to handsomeguy41)Happy Monday!. No, I haven't heard of the specific outfit you mentioned, but there are many similar ones out there to chose from. I recently investigated one by the name of proposalportal.com, contact is a guy named Matt at 312-676-4905. Nice guy, I have no particular problem with him or his concept. But I have to tell you, however, that after thoroughly investigating this one and others like it, I have decided NOT to pursue this avenue. The reason is because I heard repeatedly from people who have tried this route that it is not cost effective given the very low quality of potential customers who respond to such things. You make your own decision, of course, since what works for me may well be quite different from what works for you. For my money, however, referrals and networking is the way to go. Meet and speak to as many people as you can through meetings, chamber of commerce functions, business groups, referral groups, etc. Prospecting is a numbers game of course, but when you're dealing with vast numbers of low quality prospects it's too easy to get burned out.
Re: Termite & Pest ControlLUCKIEST Mar 17, 2008 2:15 PM (in response to handsomeguy41)If you Google "Service Magic" you get. Is this what you are looking for??
Inc., headquartered in Golden, Colo., is the nation's leading online
marketplace connecting homeowners with prescreened and customer-rated
home service professionals. The company is revolutionizing how people
buy and sell home services by creating a better connection between
consumers and prescreened, customer-rated businesses matched to their
needs and interested in their requests. ServiceMagic uses its
proprietary technology to match consumers' service requests with local
service professionals in real time, addressing more than 500 different
home service needs that range from simple home repairs and maintenance
to complete home remodeling projects. All 45,000 ServiceMagic member
businesses are prescreened to help consumers connect with licensed and
insured home service professionals.
Re: Termite & Pest ControlLighthouse24 Mar 17, 2008 4:19 PM (in response to handsomeguy41)
Yes, I've used ServiceMagic -- I can confirm (at least in my region) that it is a viable way to have your business show up when people search for "Pest Control" or some similar term in your geographic area.
Here's where I'd have a question about the process, however. Large providers seem to follow-up to customer searches in minutes, whereas small providers often follow-up days later (which essentially does them no good, since the customer will have assumed they're not interested in the job and selected someone else before then). I don't know if this happens because the smaller providers are not set up to respond quickly when a new lead comes in, of if it's because Service Magic is slower to pass leads along to the small local providers. That's what I would check into if you're considering registering with them -- because to make a lead generation system work in your business, you have to get the leads quickly (almost in real time), and you have to be able to respond to those leads promptly (ideally within an hour, certainly the same day).
If the customer is on-line right now searching for pest control, he/she will probably won't wait longer than a day to make a decision and choose a provider. If you're a one-person operation, responding to leads that quickly may be difficult. But if you have someone staffing a phone or office anyway, you could probably add the task of following up on ServiceMagic-generated leads to that person's regular duties and get more business as a result.
Hope this helps. Best wishes.
Re: Termite & Pest ControlLighthouse24 Apr 11, 2008 5:41 PM (in response to handsomeguy41)Welcome to the community. I provided comments on ServiceMagic in another thread (as did a few other members). Here is the link:
If you have specific questions beyond that, I'll be glad to respond. Hope this helps.
Re: Termite & Pest Controlintechspecial Apr 11, 2008 7:22 PM (in response to handsomeguy41)I am actually a past client of Servicemagic.
I had a terrible experience with them.
A few things you must understand BEFORE you start using them:
- They are a lead generating service, and 100% of the leads I recieved were not good leads. (Most were not even interested in having the work done, invalid number, online prank, etc).
- They charge for every lead they give you, and although they do offer a replacement fee for some leads, it is like pulling tooth and nail to get a reimbursement.
- The consumers that sign up are not charged to sign up, and I am not sure how much of a background check ServiceMagic.com does on them. Since they are not charged, they might not even value the service they are receiving, and I have found some leads to be fictitous.
The only service call I came close to making was from a gentleman who lived 2 hours away. He wanted me to come out and give him a quote on work to be done. His description of work was not something I could give an onsite quote. I worked with the gentleman, spent hours on the phone, mass emails, free support, etc, etc. He finally made a decision, and his decision was that he would wait for a couple more years before he would have the work done, and that he was really just fishing for pricing. ServiceMagic of course stated this was a valid lead, and I was not reimbursed.
Several months later, and after losing hundreds upon hundreds of dollars, I closed my account, disatisfied. ServiceMagic responded to me again, with a smooth talking sales agent trying to get me to stay, but ignored the issues I was having with the system.
Your experience might be better then mine, but I would not reccomend them to anyone, including my competitors.
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Dover District Council is reminding people of the 75th anniversary of VE Day on 8 May when communities are invited to get involved with a VE Day 75 party.
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The council need to receive applications for street parties requiring road closures by 6 March.
Friday 8 May 2020 has been designated by the Government as a Bank Holiday, and communities are being encouraged to get involved over the weekend from 8–10 May.
This is the perfect time to organise something to commemorate VE Day 75, marking
the end of the Second World War in Europe 75 years ago.
Dover District Council is working to help communities and promote local events.
To make an application for a street party/road closure in Dover District, please
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A whole range of commemorative events for this historic anniversary is being coordinated nationally and internationally by Bruno Peek, Pageantmaster, VE Day 75. This includes the 'Nation's Toast to the Heroes of WWII', in which Dover will be playing a major part.
Cllr Mike Conolly, Chairman of Dover District Council: "This is an important anniversary, and we hope as many people as possible get involved. This is a great opportunity for people to come together in our communities in peace and friendship to mark this historic occasion."
For more information on VE Day locally, please see DDC's VE Day 75 Events page - or for more information on VE Day 75 and to register your event on the national website, please see the VE Day 75 website.
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Flowers and Happiness – Exploring the Link
Do you remember the last time you received flowers? Think about what you felt at that moment. What did you feel upon seeing perhaps that big bouquet of roses from your husband, or those bright, cheerful tulips your son gave you for Mother's Day? Most probably you will remember feelings of gratitude, happiness and an overall feeling of joy.
That doesn't really come as a surprise. Experts have long ago established the link between flowers and happiness. Nature has long been providing us with simple but effective ways to alleviate stress, induce relaxation and lift our general emotional and mental health. Just being surrounded by flowers can trigger a more heightened sense of satisfaction in life, which can be translated to more kindness and compassion towards other people.
The study also found other things about flowers and happiness. The positive effect that flowers have on people lasts for a long time. The long-term joy that people feel when they are surrounded by flowers translates to less feelings of depression and anxiety and a better sense of life satisfaction and enjoyment. Another surprising fact about flowers and happiness is that simply being surrounded by flowers increases interpersonal communications between people. The study shows that when people display flowers in their homes, the generally feel more cheerful. When people display their flowers in their homes, such as in their living rooms, kitchens, dining rooms and foyers, it makes the place more inviting and more conducive for welcoming guests. Ultimately, they are able to carry these positive feelings even as they step outside their homes. They bring in their positive vibes as they interact with people in the workplace, for example. Flowers can help enhance productivity in the workplace and help both long and short term memory. Indeed, even senior citizens report being able to cope with the challenges of aging better when they are surrounded by flowers.
Flowers and happiness, it seems, cannot be separate from one another.Today, some people practice flower therapy which is centered in the belief that our emotional and even mental states can be improved through the use of flowers. The benefits we reap from flower therapy are related to factors such as the form, smell and color of a flower. Red roses, for example, may stimulate our adrenal glands and make us more active. Sunflowers can boost our energy and make us more hopeful and optimistic. Irises can make us more confident while bluebells can help us get that important good night's sleep.
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Her eyes tell stories that children simply should not even know.
The story of abandonment – rejection – of love wanted and lost. Of love wanted and never received. The story of flesh torn, cut by self-inflicted wounds. 70 to be exact. Hidden in the deepest places so that they may never be seen. The story of family men who have robbed precious souls of their sweet innocence.
Her eyes tell stories that children simply should not even know.
The story of knives hidden in pillows out of fear and grandmothers who pimp out their children to pay the rent. The story of mothers who have left and fathers who work all night – so nine year old girls are left in dark houses with no food or lights- and left to fend for themselves. In the very house where a man recently died.
Her eyes tell stories that children simply should not even know.
The story of mothers who have lost their war with addiction and little girls who have watched her wasted away body lowered into the dust of the ground – and simply wants to know where mommy is now. The story of beautiful girls bullied behind closed doors and shamed within classrooms because somewhere – for some reason – others didn't believe that she was enough. And you meet this mom in the school office with tears spilling down her face. Because of the educator who mocks her 13 year old daughter – the same child who constantly wonders where her daddy is at.
And these are only a few of the stories from the beautiful girls whose eyes that I have gazed into as tears fell and words of their hearts were poured out. Hoping and praying and waiting for someone to come and rescue them from this – their broken lives. Hoping and praying and waiting for someone to come and make them whole. To heal their deepest wounds. To redeem their lost souls. To tell them that they are really, truly beautiful. And no, I'm not just saying that. Yes, you truly are. Yes, you, beloved one – really do matter. She needs to hear those words. To know that she is not simply a lost cause.
And while others wait. Complain about how things are and judge shattered homes. I believe with my every breath…… that We have been Called to This.
We have been Called to Be Her Tribe.
We have been Called to Be Her Shield.
To Be Her Voice.
To Be Her Advocate.
To Be Her Friend.
To Be Her Mom of Heart when their mom of flesh and blood cannot be found.
To Be Her Strength when she can no longer stand on her own.
I believe that this is not simply their battle – but that it is Our battle .
It is our war.
For these precious girls are our future brides, future mothers, future daughter-in-law, future educators, future government officials, future community leaders. These precious girls are our collective daughters – and we owe it to them. To simply Not abandon them in their youth – but rather to RISE to the mandate from the Creator of Lives and the Giver of Grace, the Redeemer of Souls whom has called Us, His people to be His voice – to be their voice. To be their Hope in a world of darkness.
Their tears must become our tears.
Their fears must become our plan of action.
For if we are not willing to take up their cause – to defend their bodies – to shelter their hearts – to give their stories a voice, then who will?
It is my heart, passion, vision and personal mission to ensure that Every Single Girl under my watch knows that she matters. That she is Loved. That she is Beautiful. That she is Precious. That she is Smart. That she is Treasured. That she is Cherished. That she is Enough.
And for Her, these precious, beautiful girls – Daughters of Worth – exists for Her.
Because She Matters.
Will you join us? Will you join the tribe and Rise to fight for her?
There is a place for you in Daughters of Worth – and we need your help to pour into her heart and soul!
Mark your calendars now… for our inaugural Because She Matters Gala!
It's going to be a phenomenal event as we join together for a magical night of fun, laughter, delicious food, cash bar, powerful, joy-filled speaker, Teresa Allen and a silent Grace Gifts auctions (creations made by the girls of Daughters of Worth!) Tickets are available now! Reserve your space today!


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Defying the evil spirits of contrary winds, the gallant Il-Am-Hakim directed his vessel through to the deserted isle. The crew lay half dead from sun-sickness, having exhausted their supplies more than a fortnight before. Il-Am-Hakim looked to the officer at his right hand, who anxiously searched the shore for some sign of habitation.
"None to be seen," she announced, both relieved and disappointed.
"Strike the bells, then. Rouse those who still can stand." To be crippled and unmanned would mean the end of their voyage. He would return with their cargo, or he would return not at all.
Soon, all had left the bare decks and fled to the open shores of the island. The trees yielded fruit, and the men, drunk from those heady sugars, fell into a stupor not unlike death.
Il-Am-Hakim took no comfort in the rich nectars as he kept watch over his vessel. The very air shivered with anticipation.
"Sir, you must rest." A hand fell on his spyglass, drawing it away. He nodded, and took to a pauper's bed in the sand. But a moment after his eyes closed, he heard the familiar sound of oars upon the waves.
"We are set upon!" he cried, drawing his sword from its sheath. All eyes turned toward him, the midday sun signaling a new day. The sand coursed out of his beard like so much water.
"I thought it best not to wake you." The officer looked away, unwilling to allow him to see her smirk. That did not stop the workers rowing back provisions from a starting a raucous din. Il-Am-Hakim could not begrudge them that.


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|Henry Chanoor
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Henry Chanoor was a serial rapist and killer who later became a spree rapist.
Henry was born into a successful family of Indians, but was seen as the "black sheep" of the family. He grew up being ignored by his father, Dr. Rankesh Chanoor, who treated him as if he never existed. This was in stark contrast to Henry's sisters, both of whom had successful jobs and received all of the attention from their father, whose home office was essentially a shrine to them and their achievements. Henry eventually found a job as a janitor at one of the clinics owned by his father. Eventually, in a desperate cry for attention, Henry raped and unintentionally murdered three women in Brooklyn, with all of the victims connected to his father's clinics.
He then raped three more women in Manhattan, also connected to his father's clinics. He was arrested, but later put in the custody of his family with help from his attorney, one of his sisters. However, Henry jumped bail and was hunted down on a ship he had stowed away on, due to making a phone call to a radio station so he could brag about his crimes and have his message broadcasted all over the nation. After a standoff, Henry was arrested by Detectives Fin Tutuola and Chester Lake just before he could flee the jurisdiction. As they take him off the ship, Henry spots a news crew arriving to report his arrest and relishes in the attention he will receive. (SVU: "Outsider")
Known Victims
- 2006:
- September-November: The Brooklyn rape-murders:
- Anna Fischner
- Rose Davis
- Maya Petroville
- The Manhattan rapes:
- December 5: Ming Hao
- December 6: Kara Bawson
- December 7: Edie Rimpo
- December 12: The ship standoff:
- Unnamed dock foreman (held hostage with a knife)
- Detective Chester Lake (attempted; tried to stab)
- September-November: The Brooklyn rape-murders:
- According to Fin, who looked at photo album/scrapbook belonging to Henry, Henry gets excited by choking his victims. However, it was explained that Henry never intended to kill his first three victims.


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8vo - 23 x 15 cm.; ix - 246 pp. A Christian scholar of Buddhism, Ingram deals with key religious issues such as ways of knowing, the character of the Sacred, our relation with nature, and various forms of liberation. A select eight page bibliography and two indices, names and subjects, are at the back. An as-new and unused book.
Title: Wrestling with the Ox: A Theology of Religious Experience.
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The Ontario Curling Council (OCC) and its membership, CurlON and the Northern Ontario Curling Association (NOCA) are committed to the growth and development of competitive athletes with the intent of putting Ontario and Northern Ontario athletes on national and international podiums for years to come.
The OCC is also working closely with Curling Canada and the Canadian Sport Institute of Ontario (CSIO) to identify athletes who are specifically tracking towards potential Olympic podium performances in the next 2-3 quadrennials, Curling Canada has a clear plan for 2026 targeted athletes. The OCC will work in concert with Curling Canada to develop athletes and feed Curling Canada's National Next Gen Program.
Already recognized as a National Best Practice, the OCC is continually reflecting on programming to ensure a best in class system. Feedback is considered from:
- Curling Canada's High Performance Plan
- Survey results obtained from this year's Next Gen Participants
- General survey results obtained during Strategic Planning Intitiatives
- Feedback from our membership (CurlON and NOCA)
- Performance/Engagement of teams within the program
- Feedback and input from our funding partners (Canadian Sport Institute of Ontario, Curling Canada, Membership).
The Ontario Curling Council High Performance Team is responsible for developing team selection criteria. When developed, the OCC (Board of Directors) approves the criteria. The Operations team then applies the criteria for team selection.
*Members of the High Performance Team:
- Jennifer Ferris, Manager – Programs and Operations, Ontario Curling Council (Ex-officio)
- Heather Houston, Ontario Curling Council – Board Representative (Ex-officio)
- Andrea Ronnebeck, Ontario Curling Council, Education Manager – North – Staff representative
- Sean Turriff, Education Manager – South – Staff representative
- Ryan Lafraniere (Sudbury, ON)
- Jim Waite (St. Thomas, ON)
- Murray Etherington (Niagara Falls, ON)
2019-2020 Next Gen Program
We thank you for your patience. As of mid July we still do not have notification of our funding investment from any of our stakeholders. Regardless, we are planning to open the program and will accept 10 teams to start, a later acceptance of more teams is likely when funding levels have been established (date unknown). Another application period WILL NOT HAPPEN – we will simply accept more teams from the pool of applications received. Deadline for Applications will be July 31, 2019 at 9:00 am EST.
For the 2019-2020 Season – within the province of Ontario – there will be three (3) "Tiers" of programming:
Tier 1: Next Gen "OnTrack" – Supported by the Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative (OHPSI)
Tier 2: Next Gen "OnTrack" and Next Gen "U25" – OCC supported
Tier 3: "Excel" – User Fee supported and OCC subsidized
Tier 1 – Next Gen "OnTrack"
The Ontario Curling Council has been accepted into the Ontario High Performance Sport Initiative (OHPSI) operated by the Canadian Sport Institute of Ontario (CSIO) for the 2019-2020 season.
Participation in OHPSI, provides Integrated Support Services from the CSIO. This will be inclusive of Mental Training Services, Nutritionist, Strength and Conditioning Services – broad based education for all OCC program teams, plus individualized/team support for OHPSI Program athletes.
NEW: Teams must complete a Next Gen Plan with how they plan to use resources specifically for their team. Funds will be "unlocked" with submission of plans, routine fitness testing, shot testing, etc…
Based on a team's plan/request, each team can use their program funds in the following way (spending limits apply):
- OCC Consultant Coach(s)
- Sport Specific Experts – in competition or practice environment
- Competition and Training Expenses (ie travel, accommodation, entry fees)
- Team Coach Support Expenses
Coaches of Program teams will receive valuable Professional Development Credits towards their NCCP maintenance of certification.
Teams are expected to attend one of two Next Gen Camps – either August 23-25, 2019 (K-W Granite) or September 27-29, 2019 (Tam Heather/CSIO).
Athletes who are fully engaged in the program can expect an approximate 5 times return in their user fee investment. User Fee: $350.00/athlete
Number of athletes to be supported by this program: 16
- Highest U18/U21 Men's team from Next Gen applications – No regional consideration (4 athletes)
- Highest U18/U21 Women's team from Next Gen applications – No regional consideration (4 athletes)
- Highest Adult Women's team from Next Gen applications – No regional consideration or age limit (4 athletes) BUT NO MEMBER OF THE TEAM CAN HAVE RECEIVED NATIONAL "A" OR "D" AAP CARDING IN THE PAST
- Highest Adult Men's team from Next Gen applications – No regional consideration or age limit (4 athletes) BUT NO MEMBER OF THE TEAM CAN HAVE RECEIVED NATIONAL "A" OR "D" AAP CARDING IN THE PAST
Tier 2 – Next Gen U18/U21 "OnTrack" and Next Gen U25*
Each team (of four) will be provided a budget to use towards improving their team's performance. Each program will be specific to a team's needs.
Funds are "unlocked" based on the submission of various measurement tools throughout the season which may include, a Next Gen Program Plan, Gap Analysis, Annual Plan, Goals, Fitness testing, Shot tracking/Skills Assessments.
User Fee: $200/athlete
Program Funds may be used for (spending limits will apply)
- Mentor coaches/sport specific experts
- Mental Trainers
- Fitness Training
- Ice Rental
- Fitness Memberships
All teams will receive:
- Access to group education – ex. Nutrition
- Access to OCC Coach Webinars
- Curling Specific Fitness Program and Self-Monitoring tools
- Access to HP Equipment (speed traps, wireless microphones, instrumented brushes)
- Coaches of Program teams will receive valuable Professional Development Credits towards their NCCP maintenance of certification.
Teams will be selected as follows:
- Top U18/U21 Men's and Women's Team from NOCA
- Top U18/U21 Men's and Women's Teams from CurlON
- Top U25* Men's Team (CTRS) – BUT NO MEMBER OF THE TEAM CAN HAVE RECEIVED NATIONAL "A" OR "D" AAP CARDING IN THE PAST
- Top U25* Women's Team (CTRS) – Women's Team (CTRS) –– BUT NO MEMBER OF THE TEAM CAN HAVE RECEIVED NATIONAL "A" OR "D" AAP CARDING IN THE PAST
*U25 Team Age: Aggregate age of team must be 105 or less as of June 30, 2019
Late Intake Team Program
The Ontario Curling Council will consider accepting additional teams from pool of Next Gen Applications when funding levels have been determined from it's stakeholders (Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports, Curling Canada, and Canadian Sport Institute of Ontario). We do not have an anticipated date of the Late Intake Program, nor will we know the size of the program, if at all.
Tier 3 – Excel Program
The Excel program will be more generalized training (i.e. camp format) aimed at assisting more athletes, this program will be based on a user fee system and will be subsidized by Ontario Curling Council. The Ontario Curling Council is not accepting applications for the Excel Program at this time, each event will have its own registrations as dates/ice/location are secured.
Excel Program activities – Proposed
- U15 Challenge Cups (4 south, 2 north)
- Competitive for Life/Adult- Team Development HP Services – on demand or within a camp environment
- Mixed Doubles Granting Program (to be released when funding levels announced from stakeholders)
Program/Service Comparison
|Program Activity
|Tier 1
|Tier 2
|Tier 3
|Supported by OCC HP Coaches at Camps
|Supported by OCC HP Coaches at Competition(s)
|Supported by OCC HP Coaches in Practice
|Access to Sport Specific Subject Matter Experts (i.e. Brushing, Strategy)
|Fees apply
|Invitation to attend Training Camps (Travel, Accommodation not included)
|Fees apply
|Access to High Performance Equipment (Instrumented Brushes, Wireless Mics, Speed Traps)
|Fees apply
|Individualized & Monitored Strength and Conditioning Program by CSIO
|Curling Specific Fitness Program Designed by Strength and Conditioning Coach
|Fitness Testing
|CSIO administered
|Team Coach Administered
|Group Nutrition Training (Camp or Web delivery)
|Individualized Nutritional Counselling by CSIO
|Mental Training (Team and Individual) by CSIO
|Mental Training (Team/Group) by OCC practitioners
|Annual Planning Consultation
|Curling Canada – Talent Identification/Skill Tracking
|Free access to OCC Webinar
|Team Coach Professional Development Credits
|Fees to participate in program (per athlete)
|Per Event
General Eligibility
- All athletes must be residents of Ontario (Military Family, Student exemptions may apply).
- All athletes must be a member of either a Northern Ontario Curling Association (NOCA) or CurlON affiliated club.
- All coaches and athletes must complete OCC Safe Sport Training.
- All teams must be actively working with a Coach, who is at minimum Certified Competition Coach (Competition Introduction).
- All coaches must be a member of a Northern Ontario Curling Association (NOCA) or CurlON affiliated club OR pay a membership fee directly to either Association.
- All coaches must have a valid police on file with either NOCA or CurlON
- All athletes and coaches will be required to pay a participant fee to be part of the program, fee is due in full by August 15, 2019.
- Age Eligibility:
- U18 Teams – must be 17 or under as of June 30, 2019
- U21 Teams – must be 20 or under as of June 30, 2019
- U25 Teams – team aggregate age must be 105 or under as of June 30, 2019
- U15 Teams/Events – must be 14 or under as of June 30, 2019
- Competitive for Life/Adult Team – no age restrictions – but must play in either STOH or Brier playdowns
- Competitive for Life/Adult Teams – no member of the team has been a recipient of a NATIONAL – "A" or "D" Athlete Assistance Program Card (AAP) from Sport Canada in the past.
- All teams must play in their respective (NOCA or CurlON) competitive playdowns for their discipline – failure to enter playdowns may result in a team needing to reimburse OCC for their participation in the program.
- All teams must display the OCC logo on their uniforms either (sublimated or a patch) – logo files and patches are available from the OCC.
- All coaches and athletes must sign an OCC athlete/coach agreement and abide by OCC policies – particularly Code of Conduct and Harassment. Violation of any policy may lead to discipline as per the OCC's discipline policy. All athlete agreements must be signed by August 15, 2019.
Save the Dates – Tier 1 and Tier 2 Teams
Next Gen Training Camps
- Tier 1 and Tier 2 Teams must attend at least one training camp
- Teams responsible for accommodation, meals and travel expenses, lunch will be provided at the camp
- Northern Teams (600 km (one way) or more) may be accommodated by having a program coach travel to them (fees apply).
Teams are expected to attend one of two Next Gen Camps. – either August 23-25, 2019 (K-W Granite) or September 27-29, 2019 (Tam Heather/CSIO).
- August 23-25, 2019: All teams invited – K-W Granite – Teams responsible for travel, accommodation – lunch provided.
- September 27-29, 2019 – Tam Heather (Toronto/CSIO) – Highly recommended for Tier 1 Teams due to proximity to CSIO– Teams responsible for travel, accommodation – lunch provided.
Application Process
Deadline for Applications (Late applications will not be accepted): July 31, 2019 at 9:00 am EST
|Age Division
|Preview Application Form
|Link to Application Form
|Supporting Points Form
|U18/U21 Next Gen "On Track"
|Preview the U18/U21 Application Form
|Link to U18/U21 Next Gen "OnTrack" Program Application
|U18/U21 Next Gen Points Form
|U25* Next Gen "On Track" Program
|Preview U25*Next Gen Application
|Link to U25* Application
|Link to U25* Next Gen Points Form
|Adult Next Gen Program
|Preview Adult Next Gen Program Application
|Link to Adult Next Gen Application Form
|Link to Adult Next Gen Points Form


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When it comes to picking your wedding shoes, Kurt Geiger is a brand that sits in that perfect middle ground between the high street 'jack of all trades' super shops like Topshop, and the luxury fashion brands, high fashion, high price tag such as Prada. As a bride you're less likely find yourself wearing the same pair of Zara shoes that one of your guests are sporting with a pair of Kurt Geigers on your feet, and on the other hand, you're not going to have the Gucci price muscling in on the wedding budget.
The reason for writing this blog post is having seen the pictures of these impressive Kurt Geiger shoes which look absolutely stunning, I realised the brand delivers a continuous line of sexy shoes and that's exactly what you want to underneath your wedding dress. After all, you're probably wearing ivory on your wedding day, so if you're not sporting the look of innocence in a white gown, then why the hell not go a little sexy on the shoes and underwear.
The whole experience of buying a pair of Kurt Geiger shoes for your wedding is to enjoy yourself. Sure, you could buy a traditional pair of wedding shoes from a specialist online wedding retailer but where's the fun in that? There's a lot more fun to be had by going into town, hitting the mirrored retail showroom and skipping home carrying a your shoes in a luxury shopping bag.
Don't worry about the fact that your wedding shoes might be hidden beneath your dress, you'll know how sexy your feet are looking beneath the surface and if you want people to see them, hitch up your dress and give 'em a flash from time to time. And any half decent wedding photographer knows that he should take pictures of your shoes as part of the bridal prep so hopefully you'll always have a cool looking shot of the shoes in your wedding album.


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'Running boar' Painting 170917
|Leaving my reference at arm's length, I like to draw my own version (i.e no tracing photos) using or re-using old paper.
Tracing the old-fashioned and unbeaten way
Tracing down onto Bockingford paper
Starting with a warm yellow fill with my squirrel mop brush
(it holds bathfuls of liquid)
|Yellow complete
|Timing is everything in watercolour and a barely-visible sheen awaits before adding a dark body colour
My roof-suspended hairdryer helps drying along in my messy studio
|Adding my favourite 'Payne's Grey' leaving the warm yellow to shine through
|Here I make a paper aperture (in this case used tracing paper) which keeps the surround clear of spatter...
|The final 'Running boar' ref:170920: 170mm x 120mm watercolour on 300gsm Bockingford 'Gran Fin' paper. • ORIGINAL FOR SALE £75
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the beautiful 2014 Sanyukta Shrestha bridal collection and the stunning Sonia wedding gown
It just doesn't get any more exciting than having a beautiful wedding gown named after you! And it is an absolute stunner.
Ok. Maybe there's a bit <—> of wishful thinking going on here, there is a gorgeous gown called Sonia, but it 'may not' have been named after me… But let's pretend it was. It is my blog after-all ;) So without further ado, I give you… the one and only, the beautiful 2014 Sanyukta Shrestha bridal collection and the stunning Sonia wedding gown. Hurrah!
If you could have any wedding dress designer name one of their bridal gowns after you, who would that designer be? Tellmetellmetellme, tell me noooow. I know who I would choose but I'm not gonna share until you do!
Right, let the wedding dress swoon-fest commence.
The Audrey
The Hepburn
The Tiffany
The Kathleen
The Ruston
The Sabrina
The Sonia
And how amazing are these dresses by Sanyukta Shrestha? In particular, the Sonia wedding gown [if I do say so myself]. Super, super pretty! So gone on spill… which wedding dress designer would you want to name a gown after you?
Amazing, these lavenders are so romantic, beautiful light.
Beautiful dresses and a stunning runway.


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In 1931 the first Christmas tree was put in front of the under construction Rockefeller Center by the construction workers who were building the new architectural complex. Since then the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree lighting ceremony has become a NYC tradition. To learn more about the 80th lighting ceremony read this article. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: November 2012
The 80th Rockefeller Center Christmas tree lighting ceremony!
After waiting for four hours in the cold, here we go! The Christmas Tree is lit at Rockefeller Center, shimmering with its 45,000 multi-colored LED lights and its Swarovki star on the top. While waiting for this 80 feet tall Norway spruce to kick off the holiday season with its lights, some fantastic melodic, opera … Continue reading
I found my "Sugar Man": an incredible story
Last Friday at the entrance of Moma's auditorium the line was huge. Behind me there was an old man waiting in hope to get a ticket to watch "Searching for Sugar Man" for the third time. "The movie really cheers me up. Both the previous times I have exited the movie theater with such a … Continue reading
Have a wonderful day America!
Madonna in "Gangnam Style" at Madison Square Garden
I have always considered London the hub of my music education. That's the place where I really forged my taste and learned that I could listen to really good music in the back of some pubs and in small concert venues in Brixton, spending about 10 £. I was the indie girl falling in love … Continue reading
Holy Motors
I decided to go watch "Holy Motors" without having read anything about it before. And I did it on purpose. I just trusted the advice of a couple of friends, unrelated to each other, who all work in the arts. "It's very good", they said. So I went to see the movie. If you are … Continue reading
Meeting Gregory Crewdson: a brief encounter
I must admit that I was a little nervous before meeting Gregory Crewdson in a small conference room at Film Forum a few days ago. I have covered his work a couple of times in the past; once at Gagosian in New York and again at White Cube in London. But since he has such a … Continue reading


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Bow / HuntingVERTIX™
The 2019 VERTIX is the peak of versatility and performance. Switchweight modules allow you to change peak draw weight in 5 pound increments. Available in 60, 65, 70 and 75 pound peak weights, each set of mods are programmed for an incredibly smooth draw. The new Engage™ Grip interface was designed to ensure consistent hand placement, reducing torque and increasing accuracy. While more versatile than ever, silence and efficiency remain king, and with 20% less vibration than the TRIAX, the VERTIX delivers an experience that is both unexpected and unforgettable.
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Ultimate versatility.
Feature TechIntroducing Switchweight Technology
No more messing with your limbs. With our all-new patent-pending Switchweight Technology, you can adjust your peak weight with the quick change of a mod. Available in 60, 65, 70 and 75 lb peak weights.
Feature TechENGAGE GRIP
Designed for consistent hand placement, reducing torque. Comfortable for all shooters regardless of hand size.
Style Your Stealth
Go behind the scenes of our pre-launch field testing process we refer to as the PROVING GROUND.
3 out of 3 people found this helpful
No one catches Mathews!!!!
Smoothest draw, absolutely dead in the hand, easy to tune, and now a grip that surpasses all others. I had a Halon 6 before shooting the Vertix, and I always said Mathews couldn't design a bow that would be worth upgrading from my Halon. Y'all proved me wrong. Keep raising the bar Mathews. Keep raising the bar, because no one is going to catch you.
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Best bow I've ever shot!
I shot the Mathews Vertix several times before I ordered one along with every other 2019 flagship bow from every brand imaginable. By far this is the best bow that I've ever laid my hands on the innovations are not only mind blowing but together form the most comfortable and shootable bow that I have ever laid my hands on. In my personal opinion this is the best bow ever designed its as much of a game changer as the switchback was and then some. Perfection….
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Won second in a indoor tournament
I had a competitor's bow prior to purchasing my 2019 Vertix left handed model. This thing is amazing! Dead in the hand and so consistent, the vertix puts them where you aim it. I'm in love with this bow and now Mathews, quality and accuracy is what they do.
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Best Of Class
I spent better than three hours at the shop, and shot everything they had to offer. The Mathews Vertix was the clear winner! I shot everything from a Bear Kuma to Hoyt RX3 Carbon. Nothing compared to the Vertix. From the second your hand hits the grip to the second you release that first arrow the Vertix is an experience all it's own. Don't take my word for it…put a Vertix in your hand and feel the difference for yourself. If you don't own it at the time…you will. Cheers!
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Made the switch to Mathews
All I can say is wow! I've been bow hunting for 35+ years and finally tested the Vertix. I went with the Stone finish. So smooth and deadly quite. I'm a performance guy so I even added the 75# mods and it's still a dream to shoot. I was so excited about your product I went 4 days later and bought a new Triax!! I seen the black riser with Ridge Reaper Forest limbs and had to have it! Now it's time to lay the smack down!??
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Great bow but man $$$$
No doubt Mathews makes the best bow on the market, just purchased the new Vertix with all the goodies, shoots incredible, tight groups, silent, fast, feels great in my hand, no vibration, and it's sturdy. I finally Traded in my 10 yr. old Mission bow. Spent $2,321.00 with bow, trophy ridge pro trio sight, Mathews rest, Mathews quiver, new release, and dozen arrows. I get it, quality demands cost but man. Shouldn't have to be wealthy to get into archery.
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Mathews does it again
Went by my preferred Mathews dealer today when the Vertix came out and was absolutely floored at how quiet the bow was. I shoot a Halon 6 and didn't purchase a Triax last dear due to not trying to keep up with the Jones's. I truly feel that this bow is nothing short of amazing and I will be forced to purchase one of my own this week. Thank you Mathews for stepping up your game yet again.
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My Vertix
I was waiting for you to put out a bow that could beat the Halon 6 and you did, the Triax.
Then I thought how can you beat the Triax, well when the Archery shop sent me a picture of the Vertix and told me the specs, I had to check it out. When I shot it for the 1st time I know it would be the one for the remaining of the rut for me. Simply amazing. You built it just for me.
Ice man
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I never thought I'd shoot a Mathews, until I shot one. Incredible shooting bow, whisper quiet and now I truly understand what "dead in the hand" means. It is now in my bow case. The only reason I gave it a 4 star rating is the weight, a tad on the heavy side. Beautiful bow.
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Leading the way!
Mathews has been improving their bows consistently over the years while other companies have struggled to come out with new things and have simply recycled old technology calling it "new". I have shot a lot of bows and I can't wait to shoot this one. Might be a good reason to switch from the Halon.
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I shot this bow with the Matthews stabilizer and an axcel sight, I have never felt more confident in a bow in my life, now granted I'm a young hunter I've only been shooting for 12 years but have shot many different bows and the technology in this bow is amazing it is so dead in the hand and rock steady at the back wall, thank you Mathews for making such an amazing product, I killed my first elk with a bow this year!!!!!
Traded in my old bow and cannot believe the new Vertix!!! Excellent in every way and coupling it with the new Easton Arrows WOW!!! Dialed the beast in with less than a dozen shots and by far a smooth and consistent bow!!! On the down side… Need a new target bag as the speed of the shots have blown thru and buried into backstop?!? If you want go for it!!! PS No excuses for any misses this season?!? Happy Trails!!! 🙂
First new bow!
I went to my local dealerships and had no intentions of buying a Mathews. Did my research watched reviews/ opinions. But one thing always stayed with me in these reviews/ opinions, most said, Try them all. So I tried the other big names all were impressive in their own way. Then the Rep asked if I wanted to try the Vertix? I said why not and shot the Vertix and Traverse, was really drawn to the Vertix but was really after the Elite shot them both again. And my mind was made up and purchased the Vertix. The bow felt wright all the way around.
Bow amazing, Draw smooth, and Shot better than the rest.
Best hunting bow mathews has made
I've owned nearly every mathews since the z7. The quality and precision into each bow still gets me every time I put them in my hands. I own several mathews. Between them all the vertix has become my favorite. The draw, quiteness, and stability of this bow is incredible. My 70yd groups have become my 60yd groups. I loved the halon and was in aww over the triax. So when I first shot the vertix it was like the offspring of then both and WOW did this bow stand out between its predecessors. Hands down a bow I'll struggle to ever let go of being my primary hunting bow. Mathews has made legends amoung bows.. the z7 is a bow that today still stands out amoung other companies flagship and puts them to shame. This bow, is in another class of its own. Kudos Mathews Team!!!
I am new to archery and the Mathews Vertix is my first bow. It's stone finish with 60#DW and 27.5″DL. I added a Spot Hogg Tommy Hogg sight, Ripcord Max fall-away arrow rest, Bee Stinger Microhex stabilizer with QD, AAE wrist strap, and shooting Easton Axis 340 spine 430-grain arrows.
I've shot a few other compound bows in the past, but I feel the Vertix is a great shooting bow and I absolutely love mine. Not only does the riser look sexy, but the bow itself draws so smooth and shoots so well.
The only knock on the Vertix (when compared to other flagship bows) is its hefty weight. I can point out non-critical areas on the riser where some shallow lightening pockets could be machined to shave off 4 to 5 oz. to bring the bow weight down to around 4.4 lbs. If Mathews comes out with a lighter flagship bow in the near future, I'll definitely buy one and make the Vertix a backup bow.
Keep up the good work, Mathews team!
Perfect hunting bow
Shot multiple flagship models at the shop came down to the realm ss and the vertix. Both incredibly smooth but the vertix came out on top. Extremely balanced bow feels dead in your hand. Also the quietest bow I've ever shot and absolutely no vibration. Awesome grip on the bow makes it very comfortable and easy hand placement. Very accurate bow, was shooting tight groups as soon as I started shooting. Highly recommend this bow not sure how Mathews can improve from this bow.
Worth Every Penny
I bought this bow because im left handed and it was in stock. There was a good chance I wouldn't see another one in the shop anytime soon. I was expecting some level of buyers remorse considering I already have a bow. I was way off. This bow is 100% quieter and smoother to shoot than my old one. I have been converted, I will never shoot anything beside a Mathews from now on.
Dream Bow
I upgraded from a Mission Ballistic 2.0 to a Vertix. I have a DL of 27″ and shooting 63# with 85% LO. Limbs maxed out. This biw is fast. With my specs I'm getting 277fps with 380gr arrows. Extremely quiet and just a dream to shoot. Don't know how you can improve on perfection.
My first Mathews
The Vertix is my first Mathews. I switched the bow strings and put a Hamskea trinity arrow rest on it. I'm waiting on my bow sight but I decided to shoot it at 30 yards to test the arrow rest. It is amazingly accurate even without a peep or bow sight. No vibration or hand shock. Very silent. I love this bow. Thank you Mathews
Back in the Game
I just picked up the Vertix from my long time friends and local Mathew's Dealer. This is my 6th Mathew's Bow and Mathew's has raised the bar once again. From Q2 to Z7, Z7Extreme, Drenalin, Heli-m and now the Vertix. (Starting to build up quite a collection). I had to take a 4 year hiatus from shooting a bow due to a major shoulder injury or there would most likely be a couple of more models in the cabinet. I thought my passion would have to be diminished but the Vertix draw cycle is unbelievably smooth and the Grip grip allows me to quickly settle in on target and let'er fly. The accuracy is just amazing. As I now have to shoot a lower poundage, the performance of the Vertix is equal to other models at a higher setting. I can hardly wait to launch the first arrow in over 4 years as my freezers are running a bit low on venison. All I can say is Thank You Mathew's for continuing the tradition of superior quality and leading edge technology. My passion is revived and I'm back in the Game!
Hard to believe it can get better
I've shot Bowtech for eight years. I bought the Vertix about two months ago. This is my first Mathews and I will never go back… The grip it came with was torquing in my hand so I changed the grips to side plates and wow…what a difference! NO torque now. Softball sized groups at 100 yards!! I love the silky smooth draw cycle and dead quite, vibration free, shoot-ability. Its hard for me to believe Mathews could make a better bow. BUT…..I'm sure they will.
Wow, love this bow
Bought this Vertix last year leading up to bow season. I shot a lot of bows prior to pulling the trigger on the Vertix…I kept coming back to it, which made it an easy decision. I love shooting this bow…I shoot nearly every day. The weight, the feel, the smoothness of the draw, the accuracy…I have zero complaints.
San Diego Hunter
Used this bow las year on several hunts including an Idaho Elk hunt that covered 100 miles in 10 days. Missed a couple of giant bull by my own mistake but spent some real hunt time with the bow and loved it. Perfect size for the hard core hunter that goes through everything the mountains can dish out. Love it
Can't go wrong with this bow
I've owned and shot this bow for a year now. I shoot target alot and tree stand for mule and whitetail deer in ND. First things first, this bow is a little on the heavy side but for what I do it's perfect. I actually appreciate the weight for target shooting and don't mind it in the tree stand.
I personally feel this bow shot dead in hand without accessories before I bought it and that still rings true fully loaded. I bare shaft tuned immediately with the arrow and tips I shoot. I dunno how many hundreds or thousands of shots I've taken with it, but every time I grab the bare shaft everything is still perfect.
I should've bought this bow for my son also, but I went with a different brand altogether. I don't necessarily regret it, it's just the adjustability of the Vertix with the switchweights is pretty sweet. I didn't fully understand the switch weight thing at first, but between putting a 60lb switchweight in it and dialing the limbs down I believe you can get it a little under 50lbs. The other end of the spectrum with the 75lb switchweight you can get it all the way up to around 78 or 79lbs. Don't take my numbers as gospel but that's a ton of adjustability without changing limbs. To me this is the best bow even a beginner could grow with.
The real tree camo is durable and honestly the best I've seen so far. I like the Matthews accessory support with matching quiver and whatnot. Overall good stuff.
Quite as a mouse, deadly as the Grim Reaper
I used to shoot when I was younger….much younger. A buddy talked me into getting another compound bow to "hunt the hill," no smoke poles allowed. I went to my local bow shop somewhat blind looking for something with little expectation and less knowledge. The Vertix buried amongst the top brands jumped out at me as "the one." It just looked like a solid choice. When I fired a few arrows downrange, I knew this was it. Quite, fast, on point. I have had more field success with large game this season than ever all thanks to the Mathews Vertix!
Right to the Top!
I haven't shot a compound since the XI Legend and this year I opted back in and chose to go right for the Top. Shot the Vertix and the Hoyt Axius side by side. No comparison in noise, and as a ground hunter, there was one choice. What a joy, thank you Mathews!
Can say enough good things about this bow, dead in the hand and super quiet and forgiving. Left Hoyt for it and I'm never looking back. Got mine in the Stone finish and it gets as any compliments on the looks as it does on the way it shoots. Lights out. Thanks Mathews.
This bow is amazing
I haven't shot a bow in roughly 25 years. I've been looking for a stress reliever and one I needed to do something. Well I found it. This bow is just pure amazing. From the first arrow I shot it's smooth. Perfectly fits me. After getting it sighted in I couldn't believe my spacing was so tight. I'm pretty sure I could shoot all day long with this. The only time I got tired was pulling the arrows out of the target. Just an amazing bow. Thank you Mathews for such an amazing bow.
Wow! The proof is in the pudding!
Just bought my vertex yesterday. It's like shooting a whisper with the impact of a lightning bolt. I was shooting Bear for my whole life I made the jump yesterday. Everything on it is engendered to perfection. I almost have to relearn how to shoot because it shoots so clean. Couldn't be happier with the upgrade. Looking forward to the hunts this year in AZ!
Wanted a Halon
I was a huge fan of the Halon but due to limited funds it just wasn't the right time to invest in a new bow. I read and watched every review I could about the Vertix and when I walked into my dealer and shot the first arrow I knew I was leaving with one. I liked the quietness of the Triax but 28 ata wasn't for me. The Vertix is just as quiet and has even more features that I like over the Halon. I believe the Vertix was worth the wait.
Great Bow!
I had just bought the Triax back in March and LOVED it. Reason I say "loved" is I tried the Vertix at my local pro shop and was amazed. I wanted the Triax in a heavier draw option due to having a short draw length so when the Vertix was released I was intrigued! Well I sold the Triax and now own the Vertix after trying the Vertix and it is amazingly smooth and comfortable. I would say its the Triax on roids!
Mathews did it again
I have the triax and love the bow, most people were not a big fan of the 28" axel to axel but it didn't bother me. I recently just shot the vertix and after shooting it I knew I had to have it. I didn't think their was any way it would be quieter and have less vibration than my triax, I was wrong. The grip totally changes the feel of the bow in your hand and fits perfect. This is my 6th Mathews bow and can't see ever shooting anything else.
When I went to my local pro shop and shot the triax I thought there was no way they wpuld be able to top this amazingly smooth dead in the hand bow but then they came out with the Vertix. The shop called to let me know they had just gotten one in if I wanted to try it out so I went down there and immediately decided I was getting it with transfering everything that made the Triax a great bow and incorporating it into the Vertix but adding a 30″ ATA and of course the new technology and grip you just simply cannot get a better bow then what Mathews has done this year. If you haven't already gone out to your local pro shop you need to this bow is worth a shot and if youre like me you most likely will be walking out with one. Well done Mathews!
2-3 shots and purchased!
Was looking to upgrade to the Mathews platform, and was pretty set on the Triax, but my local deal said hold out till this week to my my final decision. Shot the vertix 2-3 times and starting building my new platform. Such a dead in the hand bow that is dead accurate. Only negative I can say is that my dealer said 3-4 weeks for my camo pattern! Can't wait to have mine finally in my hands!!
The VERTIX is the best hunting bow I'ver ever shot!
Since Mathews inception in 1992, I've shot nearly every bow they have produced. The VERTIX is the most balanced, quietest, and best shooting bow I've had in my hands. There is no vibration and the new Engage grip is hands down the most comfortable I've felt. Mathews has perfected a bow not only with comfort but also speed. Can't wait to get in the woods with it!
Best bow on the market
Went to my local bow shop and shot Mathews and Hoyts. I shot all the Mathews first and then picked up a Hoyt. Mathews by a long shot. I bought the Vertix and its the best bow I have ever shot. Super quiet and very smooth draw. Mathews makes an outstanding bow which outperforms all competitors. Mathews you did it again this year.
Best bow I've ever used
This bow is phenomenal. Whisper quiet, millimetre perfect in its construction, and great to use for target archery as I train for hunting live game. One very small gripe / issue (which isn't anyone's fault in particular)…I've installed a QAD Ultrarest Integrate MX on it which unfortunately I can't get in the Barren camouflage pattern. But that takes nothing away from the bow, a feat of American engineering at its best.
10 stars
10 stars! I shot the vertix in my local shop and then shot a PSE then shot the vertix again and was blown away by the smoothness of the draw the solid back wall and the whisper quiet delivery of the shot and the speed! Simply put I was blown away by this bow I can't get enough of this bow just keeps impressing me every time I shoot it and drives tacks! 4 thumbs up to Mathews on this bow. I love it
Just bought the Vertix with 70lb mods. Couldn't be happier! Sub zero vibration!! Mathews have outdone themselves with this Bow. This thing is unbelievably forgiving and easy to shoot. Fast and smooooth. Amazing engineering. If Mathews were in charge of the space programme we'd be growing corn on Mars right now!
The Apex of Archery
I bought the Halon 6 and thought it would be years until I got a new bow! I loved my Halon, but curiosity got to me and I went and shot the new Vertix just wanting to see what it was like! WOW! Simply put it is the best bow I have ever shot! The new grip allowed me to consistently find the sweet spot with every arrow! The draw is smooth, comfortable, and it felt as tho I could hold it there for hours! The release is quick, silent, and there is not even the slightest hint of vibration! This bow could give any new or seasoned hunter the confidence to be consistent and deadly accurate in any conditions on any hunt! I ordered one and can't wait to sling arrows with it soon!
One shot and bought !
As a long time mathews owner / shooter I stepped away from the brand a few years back. My son purchased the triax and as I stood by watching him shoot I immediately noticed how quiet this bow was. He offered many times for me to "take a shot" as I declined knowing what could happen …. Along came the vertix !! A short drive to my local pro shop I picked up the vertix and one shot is all it took. This is a rock solid, super smooth, fast but silent bow. I shoot daily and this thing never disappoints. Great job mathews on building possibly the best bow on the planet.
Above and beyond all expectations.
I have been looking for an upgrade from my Bear Wild for almost a year now, and found myself at my local Mathews dealer. After shooting the Vertix I knew I found the bow for me. After getting it all set up I went out to sight it in and didn't even need to adjust my sight. Arrow after arrow hit my targets without so much as a sound and the Vertix was completely dead in the hand. This is the second bow I've only owned, and Mathews has a new customer for life.


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We aim to promote health and well-being by advancing the understanding of how the environment affects development and individual functioning.
The Environment, Development, and Health (EDH) research group is led by Dr. Amanda L. Roy and is located in the Psychology Department at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Our research focuses on the ways that environmental risks (e.g. poverty, crime) and protections (e.g. organizational resources, community engagement) can influence health and development across the life course. Additional information about ongoing projects can be found on our research page.
EDH Team in Action
Dr. Roy is reviewing graduate applications and accepting students for the 2020-2021 academic year.


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The aim of the Mobile & Wireless SIG is to bring together industry players and other interested parties to understand how to optimize the future of Mobile and Wireless. This is still a relatively new market so it is imperative that we communicate at all levels with all key stakeholders. This SIG will cover topics such as Application Developments, Devices, Technologies, capabilities and speeds, coverage, data offload, backhaul, mobility and charging models as well as other topics that emerge as new technologies and solutions evolve and grow.
This SIG provides a great opportunity to bring together Executive Leadership Institutes members and associates and other parties from across the globe who have an interest in Mobile and wireless technologies. Mobile & Wireless SIG organizes events and actively encourages networking among the participants.


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There are a couple of clothing items in my closet that I actually fit in these days. I'm slowly getting out of that funny post-partum stage where nothing really fits except your maternity clothes.
Since giving birth to my second child, I've been doing my best to eat right and exercise regularly. This week, it's been all about early morning walks and I did Zumba twice. So, cardio on top of cardio.
Give It Away
I've given away lightly-worn clothing items twice in 2015 and haven't gone shopping in months.
I just keep getting rid of clothes I don't find use for anymore without replenishing them with new ones.
One thing I've learned since becoming a mom is that I have enough of what I need. Most purchases are just wants.
My last couple of purchases were through the PoshMark app. I bought heels, a dress, and a skirt: three items I've used on various occasions.
Make The Most Out Of What You Have
My style is pretty simple, and it's taken some time to get there. I remember my pre-baby days when I'd wear a lot of jewelry and was obsessed with Charming Charlie.
A lunch date with a friend was never complete unless I introduced them to my good friend Charlie.
And since moving to South Florida, I have a Charming Charlie closer than ever and have yet to stop by.
Sorry Charlie, but this mom has enough in her jewelry box for practically every occasion.
Reorganize Your Shoes
I'd be lying if I said I didn't have all the shoes I need. Of course, I'd love new shoes — what woman wouldn't? But I know my limit, and I've actually met mine. I probably own no more than 20 pairs of shoes, which is progress. I had so many pairs of heels when I was in college and always wore sweats and a t-shirt to class. Go figure!
Now, I'm all about comfort. Yes, I still have a couple of heels that remain in my closet, but they're waiting for the day my kids get a little older or when I have to look fancy. 😉
As for my current wardrobe, I like to make sure I have the essentials, which to me are the following:
1. "Park" sneakers: These are a pair of sneakers that you don't mind if they get dirty at the park or on a walk/run.
2. Dress-up sneakers: A simple pair of sneakers that look nice with a dress or if you're going out and need to look somewhat sporty.
3. The Everyday Shoes: These are the ones you can throw on when you're running late or need to head out quickly. They MUST be comfortable.
4. Dressy Shoes: You'll need two pairs of these. Nude and black work well with just about everything.
5. Flip flops: Living in South Florida, means you need flip flops. Some people choose to have several pairs, but I've had one black pair for two years now.
When the first pair broke, I purchased another. Some might even use these as their everyday shoes, which saves them money and closet space. It's really up to you.
Do you avoid overstocking your closet?


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Download the Podcast: Tim Presiado
The session will explore the key elements of the New Technology Network approach that helps schools fundamentally rethink teaching and learning, empowering students to become the creators, leaders, and producers of tomorrow. This approach focuses on the development of a culture that empowers students and teachers; uses Project Based Learning (PBL) as an instructional approach to engage students in authentic academic content; and utilizes an integrated technology platform to support student learning and teacher development. The presenter will share data, a sample PBL unit, and explore the student and teacher experience at a New Tech Network School.
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* 12:12 p.m. update: Reports are that Newton was fairly inaccurate in the main section of his work-out today. Told you I only took a quick look. It's all just a snap-shot, but I still think someone will take him with a top-10 and probably top-5 pick. Then they will hope.
-Just took a quick look at some of the QBs throwing the ball in Indy this morning, and there's no doubt Cam Newton makes you stop flipping the channels in a way, say, that Ricky Stanzi does not.
He's a star. The NFL Draft Combine is Newton's show.
When you're that big, that skilled, that poised and accomplished that much in your last collegiate season, you are just going to kill in these kinds of controlled drills.
Which Newton is doing. He throws the ball so easily and, from what I saw, very accurately, at least in these drills.
And Newton also did very well in his big press conference yesterday, handling big and little questions with ease and charm.
(Meanwhile, Arkansas QB Ryan Mallett–not one of my favorites, anyway–flopped in his media session. I don't know so much about his media presence. But when I watched him play, I got a very Kyle Boller-esque feel about Mallett. Which is not a good thing for the NFL projections.)
So somebody's going to take Newton very high in this draft. Probably higher than the 49ers' No. 7 overall pick.
If Newton lasts to the 7 slot, the 49ers obviously have to take a long look at him and may end up selecting him, though I doubt he fits Jim Harbaugh's precise specifications for that position. We'll see. (Again: Doubt Newton's still there for the 49ers' pick.)
My point: Whoever takes Newton has to be prepared not only for the practical wonderings about fitting Newton's large personality and presence into a team framework, the team that drafts Newton also has to brace for the continued national focus that will follow him.
It's like Denver with Tim Tebow–the Broncos will go into this season (if there is a season) with ESPN reporting every preseason day about Tebow's ups or downs, whether or not Tebow's play deserves that attention.
This gets distracting. It puts heat on a coach and a franchise and a locker room, especially if the QB isn't quite worth it. Definitely, it's a factor.
Now, I think Newton is a much better NFL QB prospect than Tebow.
But there will be questions about Newton's mindset. And the media attention will only accentuate the questions.
The concern: If Cam expects and receives the focus, then he will expect and demand the playing time, no matter what's happening on the practice field or in the meeting rooms.
NFL coaches and GMs tend to like their QBs–even their star QBs–to at least give the appearance of laying relatively low and embracing all team concepts until they earn their NFL stripes.
(The Tom Brady Example, taken in the 6th round and coming out of nowhere, then theoretically acting like that even when he's a superstar–though we know he doesn't, really–is the proto-type. Probably not repeatable, but still the model.)
Then, if you win, your larger, quirkier personality traits magically are considered central parts of team chemistry–hello, Brett Favre (before last year).
* Favre and Ben Roethlisberger are the recent high-end achievers of the me-first QB-type I'm talking about, and yes, all NFL teams would take a Favre or Roethlisberger-like career out of any No. 1 pick.
But even with them, there are and were personality bumps.
* Jay Cutler would be the high-middle representative of this type–good player for long stretches, but as we know, there are still always issues about Cutler.
* Vince Young is a low-middle example–he has had some success, some spectacular failures, a lot of weirdness, and never has seemed to quite realize that the game isn't strictly about himself and his goals.
* Matt Leinart and JaMarcus Russell would be the low, low end of this spectrum–guys with talent who were given every chance, but who never, ever got it and never had the urge to even pretend to get it.
When I look at the list of teams who might take a QB up high, I don't see a lot of coach/GM tandems that seem thoroughly prepared for a Larger Than Life QB.
Not Arizona and Ken Whisenhunt. Not Buffalo at all.
Maybe Carolina with the No. 1 pick and desperate to revive a dormant situation. Maybe Seattle with Pete Carroll.
Maybe Harbaugh and the 49ers… but I sense that they'll bypass using No. 7 on a QB (probably draft a passrusher) and take a second-tier QB in the 2nd or 3rd rounds.
Still, they have to consider Newton. He's dazzling right now. It's very interesting.
* Note: When I talked to Harbaugh the other day, as were wrapping up, I casually mentioned his history with the Raiders and Harbaugh immediately said he was wondering if Al Davis would be at the combine.
Neither of us had to point out that the combine has always been one of Al's favorite things–he'd annually park himself in a good seat for the show, right next to Bill Parcells. That's AD at his most AD-ness.
But as far as I can tell, Al has not been going to the combine every year.
And this year? Well, they're having the combine now, and if there's been an official Al sighting, I have not seen it.


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Lesley Geraldine King, MVB, originally from Dublin, Ireland, and a resident of Coatesville, PA, died May 14, 2016, at the age of 51, after a long illness.
Dr. King, Professor of Critical Care, was a founder and pillar of critical care at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (Penn Vet) and beyond. She was instrumental in the development of the veterinary intensive care specialty, particularly in expanding and refining mechanical ventilation.
A 1986 graduate of the University College Dublin School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. King spent her entire career at Penn Vet, where she was responsible for training numerous emergency and critical care residents, interns, and technicians. She held leadership positions as Director of the Intensive Care Unit at Penn Vet's Ryan Hospital and as President of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care. A founding Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine-Companion Animals, she also served as a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care.
Dr. King's contributions to the University and to the field were recognized with the 2012 Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Award for Distinguished Teaching from the University of Pennsylvania, the 2013 Jack Mara Scientific Achievement Award from the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, and the 2013 Ira M. Zaslow Distinguished Service Award from the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society.
A sought-after international speaker, Dr. King left lasting contributions about the treatment and diagnosis of challenging and life-threatening conditions of cats and dogs. Her research focused on respiratory failure, pulmonary medicine, applications of positive pressure ventilation in small animals, and outcome prediction in the critical small animal patient. Along with nearly 50 scientific research publications, she edited the authoritative Textbook of Respiratory Disease in Dogs and Cats, which was translated into Japanese and Spanish, and the British Small Animal Veterinary Association's Manual of Canine and Feline Emergency and Critical Care, now in its second edition. She also served as editor in chief of Today's Veterinary Practice, a peer-reviewed clinical publication for small animal practitioners and an official publication of the North American Veterinary Community.
"Lesley was distinguished, accomplished, and passionate. She had high standards and clear thinking, and was an unmatched administrator," said Joan C. Hendricks, VMD, PhD, the Gilbert S. Kahn Dean of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. "Penn Vet's Intensive Care Unit and the critical care specialty are in the hands of her professional children. We all mourn her loss, but are consoled by her lasting accomplishments and contributions."
Dr. King was in the presence of her closest family and friends during her last days.
She was loyal, pure in her focus, and wholly devoted to her friends, patients, students, and ICU. In the management of her illness and the grief of her loved ones, she was brave, gracious, dignified, kind, and open. In full accordance with who she was, she has taken care of those she loved, including her pet chickens, horses, dogs, and cats. She is survived by her mother, Violet, and siblings Caroline, Suzanne, and Richard.