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KSU Dance Company Auditions
WEDNESDAY, February 22, 2013
2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Dance Studio I at Chastain Pointe
The KSU Dance Company auditions are held during the first week of classes in the fall and spring semesters.
Students must wear black dance attire to the audition and bring footwear appropriate for ballet and jazz. Women who are interested in auditioning for ballet repertory should bring pointe shoes.
Students are not required to prepare a solo combination for the audition. The audition consists of learning combinations all together and performing in smaller groups of 3-5. Students are encouraged to arrive early to facilitate a personal warm-up and stretch.
Audition Schedule:
Audition results are posted outside the dance studio by 2 p.m. on the day following the audition.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Rehearsal schedules are determined according to casting and posted along with the audition results. All dance company rehearsals are scheduled Monday - Thursday between 3:30 - 9 p.m. and on Friday between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Students are required to list weekly availability on the audition form. Students are required to commit to only two weekly rehearsals for each piece once cast. Rehearsal schedules are determined and fixed for the duration of the semester to allow students to plan other school/work commitments.
All dance company members are required to attend a MANDATORY company class every FRIDAY from 1- 2:30 p.m.
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Students accepted into the company are required to register for DANC 2713 (Dance Production) and receive 2 credits per semester for this course. Overrides into the registration system are entered immediately following the scheduled audition.Any additional questions may be directed to Prof. Ivan Pulinkala via e-mail at email@example.com
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Week 14: 91 yards passing, 0 TDs, 1 INT
Week 15: 131 yards passing, 0 TDs, 0 INT
Week 16: 174 yards passing, 1 TDs, 0 INT
How do you get OK out of weeks 14 & 15? I guess that's what you mean by saying you can't judge them both the same. If those were Jackson's numbers, how many people here, including yourself, would say it was OK?
His saving grace was week 17 & we'll never know how he would have done in week 18 had he played.
Personally, I felt we should have started Jackson all of 2008 & when he didn't pan out, draft a future QB in 2009. With Ponder, I feel we should be looking to the draft for a replacement now, but signing Cassel tends to put a damper on that as does the lack of a QB in this years draft. There isn't a single QB anyone is talking about this year that I've heard of.
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"If at first you don't succeed, parachuting is not for you"
But back to Ponder last year wasn't the make or break as we found out with Webb as the backup it really was an all in year for Ponder cause there was no plan B. When I thought Ponder should have been sat for poor play like the Tampa game for an example and Webb put in for a change, a better chance for the team, protect Ponder from himself, well it just turns out Webb just not the answer and it would appear the staff knew this; they might not have wanted to admit it or have us see it.
I also don't see us drafting (which would mean some actually planning for the future) a QB with all the needs this year and if Ponder doesn't 'make it' this season we could end up doing the same thing the Bills or Cards are doing this year but I think it will be with a new coach (Frazier's make or break year).
Now the one thing that could save the staff's bacon is Cassel, is if Ponder flounders and they make the move to save things and made it to the post season again as well as a post season win but I have a hard time seeing that at the moment (due to the lack of the draft etc)
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Ponder will get hurt again and Cassel will take over, and at the end of the year they still won't know what they have at QB.
If Ponder fails this season, I don't want the same guy who reached for him in charge of selecting the next QB.
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And how did I get OK out of weeks 14 and 15? Well, by watching them, not just looking at the stats on paper out of context.
Ponder completed 64% and 71% of his passes respectfully in those two weeks. And he completed those passes in key situations. 7 of Ponder's 11 completions went for first downs in the Chicago game. 9 of his 17 completions went for first downs in the St Louis game. In both games Peterson was the difference maker, not Ponder. We played with a lead the entire time in both games, and Ponder was not asked to do much. But he still did everything he was asked to do in both games to secure a win.
Yes, I would consider that OK. But then again, I like to form my judgement of players by their play, not just by their fantasy stats...Zeus wrote:
When are you going to realize that picking out the 20 bad throws this year and ignoring the 300 good ones does not make your point?
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Teddy Bridgewater or Johnny Football please! I'll give Ponder a year. But next year's QB class is way too good to give Ponder more than a year. Definite franchise opportunity, unlike this year! You will see that when desperate teams like the Cardinals or Bills reach for a QB too high because they had to. Like we had to with Ponder. We HAD to draft a QB. Nobody in the world thought 3 QBs would be off the board by 12. Gabbert to JAX and Locker to TEN gave us no choice. Hopefully Spielman and Studwell recognize that and realize that franchise talent at the QB position is too valuable and rare to pass up, even if you just spent a first rounder on a guy that didn't pan out.
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Sorry Rick! Keep up the good work.
I guess your idea of "key situations" differs a lot from mine. For instance, I don't consider the first play of our first possession as "key", nor do I consider 1st downs as key. I also was looking at more than how many first downs he threw as the only criteria. It's a lot easier to complete a high percentage of your passes when most of them aren't sailing beyond 10 yards. You also need to look at the passes he didn't complete or completed short of the first down in key situations.
In the Bears game 4 of the 7 passes you called key, were on 3rd down. 2 of the remaining 3 were on 1st down passes & the 7th on a 2nd down. Only 1 of those 1st downs happened on a drive that resulted in a score. The remaining 6 happened on drives where we punted due after Ponder had thrown an incompletion, threw short of the 1st down or took a huge sack.
In the Rams game only 1 of his 9 passes you call key, happened on 3rd down. 2 came on 1st downs including the first play of their first possession. 6 came on 2nd downs of which 2 happened to be more than 5 yards to go. 2 of them happened on a drive that lead to a TD. One of those was their 1st play from scrimmage, the 2nd on 2nd & 6. The key pass on that drive IMO, was a 3rd & 14 where we didn't convert, but came up 1 yard short & went for it on 4th, converted & got the TD.
After that 1st drive, it was 9 stalled drives & 1 TD run by AD on 1st & 10 at the start of the drive. On 6 of the 9 drives that stalled, on key downs Ponder either threw incomplete passes, passes short of the 1st down or took a sack.
Now you're definition of OK, may be different than mine, but I saw a lot of bad in those games along with the good. After that 1st drive which amounted to a little less than 1/3 of his total passing yards, he wasn't that OK in the remaining 11 drives.
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I think if we draft a WR in the first then it will be a huge make or break year, I agree. If all we have is Jennings and Rudolph it will likely be tough no matter who is at QB. I'm okay with us not being contenders next year. But I think we could have another good year if we get a couple of starters out of the draft.


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The good: The Vizio M-Series M1d-A2R is an excellent value with great design and a snappy picture; it has excellent shadow detail, fairly deep black levels, and excellent processing; and its Smart TV access has been improved.
The bad: It doesn't have as deep a black level as a plasma; it suffers from a slight red push; it has a reflective screen; Yahoo apps aren't very slick; and the remote sensor isn't very responsive.
The bottom line: The Vizio M-Series offers a potent combination of excellent design, decent picture quality, and a pocket-friendly price.
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Nice Television!
by D-Larson on January 28, 2014
Pros: Great picture
Design of the TV is modern, ultra thin bezel
Ease of Use/Menus/Setup
Smart TV Features
Good price
Cons: Reflective Screen
Some issue for remote control
Summary: I originally wrote a bad review for this television and I deleted because I found out that I was wrong.
To start off: typically I am a verified purchaser as ...
Summary: I originally wrote a bad review for this television and I deleted because I found out that I was wrong.
To start off: typically I am a verified purchaser as can be seen by almost all of my reviews but this time I purchased at Costco. The reason why is because I want a local store to be able to return this product to in case I don't like it. Televisions are difficult to shop for and are too much of a hassle to ship back in my opinion.
I originally purchased the 55" E series and returned it because I didn't feel that it handled judder correctly. I decided to try the 55" M series due to a review on CNET reviews. I was again disappointed on how it handled judder. While watching Transformers Dark Side of the Moon the opening fight scene in space was painful to watch on both televisions. The screen jerked during the panning shots and the quality of picture looked bad.
Then I found out that the problem was the source. I had been predominantly watching movies on Netflix and after searching through some AV forums I found out that Netflix is most likely the culprit because of how much they compress the feed. When I did a comparison of Transformers Dark Side of the Moon on both Netflix and Amazon Prime, I noticed a gigantic difference. The Amazon version of the movie was better looking and had no judder (people are calling it jitter because judder has to do with the 2-3 pulldown) and the Netflix version looked unacceptable. Then I realized that I probably had returned my last television for no fault of its own. So from my understanding, and I may be wrong, Netflix isn't consistent in how it encodes and compresses its video feeds. One show may look excellent and another may look horrible. Not much we can do except complain.
Anyway, there is pretty much nothing that can be done. Some people report no problems with jitter but I'm going to go out on a limb and assume that they don't notice judder/jitter because they are so used to seeing it already.
On another note: I've also noticed that some Netflix movies and TV shows are encoded with the volume too loud which distorts the audio even at low volume. It's not my television as I've now discovered (and I don't have an external sound system) as I've now noticed this on more than one set while watching the same movie. For example, Football Factory (not sure if it's still offered) and some episodes of Futurama have their volume levels too high and it's very noticeable.
So after all of that was discovered, I became a lot more sure of my purchase. I just moved so I am in the process of hooking up my blu ray player and media computer and I may update this review to report on how well this TV handles those sources soon. Feel free to comment here to remind me to report back if you don't see any additions.
I pretty much like the default settings straight out of the box. This set has a nice picture. The colors don't "pop" as much as the E series did but the colors look rich and lush for this price point. The semi glossy screen helps the colors to stand out. I'm not saying that the colors are dim either, they just don't 'punch' into your eyeballs like the E series does.
I haven't tried the 3D yet as I have no 3D movies to watch. There is no 3D content on Netflix that is compatible with Vizio at this time either. Not sure about Amazon. I kinda don't care about 3D since it hurts my eyes but I just found out that there is a 3D version of Dredd and I'm very interested in seeing it so if I go this route, I will also update my review here.
The design of the TV is modern. Ultra thin silver-ish bezel and same color for the stand. The stand of the M series is more stable than the E series. The M series has more metal components to the stand than the E series.
There are some cons, the M series relies on the remote controller for function as there is only a power button on the back. These remote control units are known to have problems and in fact, the remote that came with my set stopped functioning after 20 minutes. I replaced the batteries, restarted the TV etc but ended up having to go back too the store to swap it out. Thankfully Costco let me just grab a new controller instead of having to bring the entire set in.
The controller is still kinda weird, if you point it slightly in the wrong way, it doesn't work. I haven't truly had much of a problem with it though as I adapted quickly. I also plan on buying a universal remote as someone else in the reviews has recommended.
The sound is weird because the speakers are on the back. I'm used to it already but I was already planning on getting external sound sometime soon.
There is a little bit of light bleed but I never notice when watching a program. There is some local dimming going on when watching movies that have the black bars above and below the picture so you don't see the light bleed in those instances either. It's a non issue to me.
I haven't tried the apps since I have a Roku box and I may never use the local apps. We'll see.
Some people complained about the semi gloss screen. It hasn't been too much of a problem for me. I still had a CRT TV up until recently and I'm used to seeing glare on the screen. The glare on the Vizio is less than my old CRT set actually so it seems like an improvement. The glare isn't that bad compared to the full on gloss that you see on other models though. I am able to control all of my lighting in case it ever becomes an issue.
At this moment, I do recommend this set. It looks nice, the picture is nice, it is 240hz, does 3D, and is a smart TV. Can't go wrong for this price.
P.S. I suggest to check for its best price at: uhdtvprices.wordpress.com/vizio-m551d-a2r/
I hope this review is helpful.
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Knocked it out of the park!
by Bigsmyname on September 27, 2013
Pros: Edge to edge, crystal clear and an easy to adjust (to taste) picture. Best part, I only spent $1,050. Vizio has hit a home run.
Cons: - Sluggish television response to remote.
- Sluggish apps.
- Television housing, back 'connection-port' panel, physically restricts fiber-optic cable connectivity.
Summary: The TV supports multiple(i believe 4) 3D modes and comes with 8 sets of non-powered, light weight, 3D glasses. My wife and I watched Prometheus in 3D on our ...
Summary: The TV supports multiple(i believe 4) 3D modes and comes with 8 sets of non-powered, light weight, 3D glasses. My wife and I watched Prometheus in 3D on our new TV. Though the movie, Prometheus, is ..., watching it upon our new Vizio, in 3D, was quite memorable. We've seen a number of movies in 3D both in the theater and at friends homes -- this was by far the best 3D we've experienced. We were amazed.
Folks have said the remote was sluggish. I believe this is a direct result of the vizio adding app, baloney, into the mix. The apps, in theory, sound great. Trouble is their existence requires the television to have a processor/GPU, integrated or separate, memory and NIC card all sucking power and generating heat. All of which are an 'over-reach' on the part of the television makers. If I could find a way to disable their use and availability I would do just that.
I searched and searched for a non-smart TV which had as good of a picture for my price point but came up nearly empty. I say 'nearly' because the Samsung 6003 was a decent non-smart tv for the same price but in the end the Vizio M1d's picture stole the show.
Lastly, the point I made in the 'Cons' section of this review regarding fiber-optic cable connectivity: In order to test/try the television-supplied 'smart-tv' apps I had a need to send audio from the TV to my receiver. My options were bi-directional HDMI, RCA or fiber-optic. I had a few fiber-optic cables lying around. One by Monster and another from a high-end shop near my home. Neither would seat properly into the TV's fiber-optic port due to the televisions housing interfering with the head-end of the cable. Essentially, if the radius of the fiber-optic cable is larger than 'X' the cable won't seat properly. Fortunately I was able to find a cable which worked but the process of sifting through and cannibalizing cables from the other rooms in my house, in search for the right cable, was a headache.
Price and picture were my two goals. The M551d exceeded both expectations. Adding, jaw dropping, 3D into the mix was an unexpected bonus.
If you have other means of finding media (Xbox apps, Google's Chromecast, Roku, etc..) like I do, then you won't care or miss the use of the 'smart-tv' apps.
The M551d is a 5 star product. However, I can't give this product 5 stars due to Vizio's choice to include the sluggish apps. Having said that, I would buy it again apps or no apps.
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Great picture but out of control "FLASHLIGHTING"!
by PAT0006 on February 19, 2014
Pros: Picture
Cons: Flashlighting
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Summary: CNet NEEDS to start including "Blooming", "Clouding", "Flashlighting" and whatever else different people call it, into their reviews. These TV's are attempting to compete with plasmas on their playing ...
Summary: CNet NEEDS to start including "Blooming", "Clouding", "Flashlighting" and whatever else different people call it, into their reviews. These TV's are attempting to compete with plasmas on their playing field of home theater, dark room screening. I was looking for a replacement to my 2005 Sony Grand Wega XBR 50" which has been an outstanding TV thus far. After another bulb blew out I decided to move it to the basement (after reviving it with a new $30 bulb it looks like new again) and replace my families daily watcher with a new 55" tv to fit the built in where the XBR once sat. Using the budget my wife set $1500 and Cnet reviews, I set off to local sellers and big box stores testing the models on the top of the list. I quickly ruled out plasma due to screen burn in concerns (that big "CN" emblem from Cartoon Network channel my 3 year old watches all day would definitely be a purple shadow on the screen) since even Katzmaier mentioned that the Sammy 8500 showed a temporary image of the menu screen which he said went away but hard to imagine what an on all day plasma might endure. Even in the bright lights of the box stores, I noticed weird light effects on the panels and thought I settled for the one with the best reviews in my price range which was the Vizio M551d-A2R. Looked great in the store. Was playing Avatar and looked better than the flowing fluid looking Sammy 8500 (Magnolia) on display behind it on an end cap (I don't get how plasmas score better when they look like they have floating gas or fluid specs in areas of the screen and get detailed edges bluring when moving fast such as the first flying scene in Avatar that was on) which according to the Geek Squad guy said was calibrated by a certified Magnolia installer and then placed on display. Anyway, everything seemed to be perfectly fine. Took the TV home, used the calibration settings from Cnet (too warm for my taste, whites were more yellow) and then found a calibration online that created a cooler tone in the screen. Daytime viewing was nonstop testing all kinds of movies from Incredibles, Scooby Do Movie, Hugo 3D (figured it was tested with that movie so bought it to try out the 3D) to the Olympics. Loved every minute of it. Then night came, the room lost any ambient lighting after the kids went to bed and Underwork The Awakening was on FXHD. What was going on in the corners and sides of the screen? Why are these lights dancing around in the corner of my eyes taking away my enjoyment of the movie? Flashlighting? What is that? There was no mention of this in the Cnet review.... anywhere! Did I miss something in the settings? I redid them exactly as Katz did and still the same. I decided to put the same movie on my Bluray which I had in case it was a DirecTV issue. It wasn't. I still had crazy edge lighting effects going on. Then the huge slap in the face came, when the screen went black and the end credits began scrolling up the screen. As the words slowly raised vertically so did the continous airport landing strip lights on the sides of the tv. How did any of this not get included in the review. I looked at all the other reviews and there is either a glancing shrug off of a comment or nothing at all for any of the LED based tv's. I decided to look into some of the other top rated LED tv's and even managed to look at the Sony W900a and W802a side by side at a small TV shop. They had on a Bluray of The Great Gatsby (new one) and the "professional installer/calibration expert" as he refered to himself as said both sets were setup for best image results and they do home service for $250 to setup in whatever our rooms environment held. Both sets looked really good. I was able to see slightly less distortion in the car race scene on the W900 but side by side I didn't really notice any other differences in color or contrast. However in the dark viewing room I did notice the W900 "flashlighting" whereas the 802a wasn't. The 802a would lose a little blackness in the darker scenes but the loss was much more uniform than on the W900 which had bright flashlight spots all along the edges in different scenes (although not as bad as my Vizio). My 14 day return window is this weekend and I plan to not miss it and get my $1k back. If anyone reads this and they have a recommendation to a TV besides plasma that doesn't "Flashlight" (I will take blooming or clouding before I would take flashlighting because it isn't as noticeable or distracting) please let me know. Obviously Cnet is missing something very important that should be in their reviews or their advertisers are keeping their wallets nice and fat to keep them quiet about these issues!
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High End TV without the High End Price
by AngeloBrat on January 28, 2014
Pros: Terrific Picture
Terrific 3D
Strong WiFi connectivity
4 HDMI ports
Cons: Remote (must be pointed at lower left of TV to be effective)
Summary: The M-Series is the flagship of the Vizio fleet of TVs. I spent a lot of time trying to decide between the M551d-A2R 55-Inch 1080p 240Hz 3D Smart LED HDTV ...
Summary: The M-Series is the flagship of the Vizio fleet of TVs. I spent a lot of time trying to decide between the M551d-A2R 55-Inch 1080p 240Hz 3D Smart LED HDTV and the "step down" model E500d-A0 50-Inch 1080p 120Hz 3D Smart LED HDTV. The E-Series TV is a very good tv, and my decision to choose the M series was not driven by the difference in screen size. Rather, I was torn between the matte screen versus the glossy screen. My prior tv had a matte screen and so had no "mirror" effect or harsh glare. I also presently use a dual screen setup for my computer. My desktop monitor has a matte finish versus the glossy finish of my laptop's monitor, so I deal with the differences directly every day.
After actually seeing the M551d I have to say I was sold. Yeah, the screen is glossy but there are workarounds to cut down on the reflections such as positioning of lighting of in the room and the use of bypass lighting when viewing in a dark room.
The picture on this tv is GORGEOUS. There's no other way to put it. I am a real stickler when it comes to getting true color on my tvs, and I tweak color settings for a considerable period until I'm happy. I don't watch a lot of TV, but I do watch a lot of movies. I have a huge collection, and the picture simply has to be right.
I have to say, out of the box this TV was a challenge in that area. The factory settings look great out of the box, but after a while you notice the little annoyances. For instance, the sharpness is WAY too high. This has a real impact when viewing live indoor sports events. You can see noticeable artifacting around players in motion. I finally went to the internet to search for professional color settings for this TV. After using the settings recommended in the CNET Forum (just Google the TV model number and settings) I was and am very happy with the picture on this TV.
If you don't have a home theater system (and honestly, if you have a flat screen TV, you should) there are more than enough HDMI, component, optical and USB connectors to accommodate all your peripherals. I can't attest to the speakers on this TV as I've never used them. However, I do know that manufacturers throw cheap speakers into their TVS to keep the price down with little impact on end users.
The TV is thin, thin, thin! At less than two inches thick it will look great up on a wall. I have mine on the included stand. The stand is heavily weighted to keep the TV stable, but it does add considerable size to the TV's foot print. The bezel is almost nonexistent, and when you watch the TV in a darkened room the effect is theater-like.
There may be TVs with what you may consider better pictures, but they'll cost you quite a bit over the $1,000 retail price for this Vizio. However, at this price point the difference is considerable. This is a quality TV IMO with a picture as good if not better than TVs costing $400 to $600 more. With the money you save, you can buy a home theater if needed and still have money left over!
The 3D picture on this TV is also fabulous, and with 8 pairs of included passive 3D glasses the whole family can watch a 3D movie right out of the box. If you invite your child's Little League team over to watch, well, you will run into a problem. LOL.
This is a quality TV at a great price from a manufacturer that's making a lot of noise in the industry right now. You can't go wrong.
- Manufacturer: Vizio
- Part number: M551d-A2R
- Description: The VIZIO M-series is loaded with advanced technologies that push LCD brilliance to new heights. Innovations like Razor LED with Smart Dimming, 1080p Full HD, 10M: 1 dynamic contrast ratio and a faster refresh rate bring a state-of-the-art viewing experience to life right on your screen. Using similar innovative technology found in movie theaters, Theater 3D brings crystal-clear, flicker-free 3D right into your home.
- TV type LED-LCD
- Screen size 55 in
- Viewing angle 178 degrees
- Viewing angle (vertical) 178 degrees
- 3D Yes
- 3D glasses & accessories 3D glasses (8pcs) included
- Connectivity Wi-Fi,
- Smart TV Yes
- Internet streaming services Vizio Internet Apps Plus,
Amazon Instant Video,
Hulu Plus,
- TV features DLNA,
Ambient light sensor (ALS)
- Backlight technology LED backlight technology
- Backlight type (LED) Edge-lit with smart dimming
- Native resolution 1920 x 1080
- Resolution 1080p
- Dynamic contrast ratio 10000000:1
- Refresh rate 240 Hz
- Motion Enhancement Technology 240 Hz Smooth Motion technology
- Aspect ratio 16:9
- Response time (ms) 5 ms
- Brightness 350 cd/m2
TV Tuner
- TV tuner presence Yes
- Digital TV tuner ATSC
- Analog TV tuner NTSC
- Speaker(s) 2 x Main channel speaker - Built-in - 15 Watt
- Surround mode Yes
- Sound effects DTS StudioSound,
DTS TruSurround,
DTS TruVolume
- Total output power 15 Watt
- HDMI ports qty 4
- Input/Output connections 1 x Composite video / component video input (RCA phono x 3),
1 x Audio line-in (RCA phono x 2),
1 x Network (RJ-45),
4 x HDMI (19 pin HDMI Type A),
2 x USB 2.0 (4 pin USB Type A),
1 x SPDIF output (TOSLINK),
1 x Audio line-out (RCA phono x 2)
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One of the more amazing things about this young baseball season: the Boston Red Sox lead the major leagues in scoring despite playing most of their games with literally no outfielders in the lineup.
Well, not literally. And they're second in the majors in scoring. Still, even for a team that's been stricken in recent seasons with more than the usual injuries, what's happened to Red Sox outfielders this season seems bizarre. First their starters go down, then their replacements go down, and suddenly you're seeing names in the lineup that you've never seen before.
Case in point: Cody Ross.
Granted, Cody Ross has been injury-prone for a while now, and to this point the Red Sox have been doubly blessed by both his health and his surprising production. Still, this isn't any fun:
Valentine confirmed that Ross has a fractured bone in his foot. No timetable for his return. #RedSox— Pete Abraham (@PeteAbe) May 21, 2012
Fractured bones don't generally heal quickly. And so Ross will join his colleagues Jacoby Ellsbury, Carl Crawford, Jason Repko, Darnell McDonald, and Ryan Kalish on the Disabled List. Ryan Sweeney's got a concussion. And that's how you wind up with someone named Che-Hsuan Lin starting in right field.


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Kudos to DHEC for officially banning synthetic drugs bath salts and K-2. Bath salts are synthetic substances that have the same effect as methamphetamine, and K-2 is a form of synthetic marijuana. Both of these drugs have been sold over the counter and readily accessible to anyone looking for a quick, cheap, legal high. This new state ban means that anyone who possesses , sells or manufactures K-2 or bath salts could face prison time or up to a five thousand dollar fine.
DHEC previously declared that bath salts and synthetic marijuana represented a public health crisis, and the outcry for these products to be banned has been loud and strong. The city of Columbia banned the drugs last month and Greenville and Newberry counties have followed suit. I'm glad to see this swift and punitive action taken by DHEC to get these dangerous drugs off the street.
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The Cleveland Indians finally got a win on Wednesday and are hoping to make it two in a row as they welcome the Boston Red Sox to town. The Indians will go with the same nine in the lineup that were victorious yesterday.
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The eighth annual SPARKcon arts festival kicks off Thursday in downtown Raleigh, marking the third week of what the city calls the Raleigh M.A.I.N. Event.
The four-day festival celebrates creativity of all forms with events centered around arts, artisanship, comedy, dance, design, fashion, film, technology, music, poetry, food, theatre and circus performance.
More than 2,000 artists, performers and other creative types are expected to assemble for more than 200 shows and exhibits on Fayetteville Street, City Plaza and all around downtown Raleigh.
"SPARKcon is designed for local artists to help educate children, encourage tourism and allow for local economies to continue to grow," organizers explained. "It is a program of the Visual Art Exchange, a Raleigh nonprofit whose mission is to support emerging artists and connect the community to the arts."
Click here for a schedule of SPARKcon events
This year's SPARKcon marks the third week of what the City of Raleigh has dubbed Raleigh's M.A.I.N. Event. The M.A.I.N. Event refers to a month of "music, art, innovation and noise" throughout downtown Raleigh.
"September is increasingly becoming one of the fullest months of the year in terms of major annual events in Raleigh," Mayor Nancy McFarlane said. "While each of the September events is unique and has a dedicated following, there is a thread of music, art, innovation and noise connecting them.
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The African American Cultural Festival marked the start of the M.A.I.N. Event on Aug. 31. It continued last week with the three-day Hopscotch Music Festival, and La Fiesta del Pueblo on Sept. 8.
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Yuri Lopez: Receiving to give
June 16, 2009
Yuri (pronounced "Judy") Lopez is looking forward to taking her place as a member of the Lady Lions soccer team this fall after spending the past year working to confirm the trust Bryan administrators and faculty displayed by offering her a place in the Class of 2012.
Yuri, a health and exercise science major from Honduras, plans to play midfield for the Lady Lions this fall, another step toward her dream of becoming a professional soccer player and missionary. She said coming to the United States is a necessary part of her plan, as opportunities are severely limited in her home country.
But "limited opportunities" hardly describes her journey. From age 2, she lived in an orphanage and interrupted her education at age 13, when she went to work in the orphanage kitchen. Dr. Randy Hollingsworth, her Bryan "father," explained that an American missionary arranged to cover the cost of Yuri's education through high school.
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Yuri became valedictorian of her high school class two years ago, and shortly thereafter called the Hollingsworths and said, "When do I come to Bryan?"
She received a conditional visa to visit the United States in 2008 and enrolled in an English as a Second Language program at the University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, where she received the award as the most improved ESL student. Despite her achievement in class, her test scores still were not high enough for unconditional acceptance at Bryan, so she briefly considered an offer of a full scholarship to a junior college in Georgia.
The Hollingsworths took her to see the Charlotte Eagles professional soccer team for her birthday in 2008, where she met "two girls on the Bryan soccer team and started talking with them. I liked them and the coach."
By the time she had to make a decision about college, "I knew most of the girls on the (Bryan) team, and Taylor and Kara (Hollingsworth). I didn't know anybody down there. I wanted to be at Bryan because it is a Christian college. They don't just say the name, they prove it."
She talked with Bryan President Dr. Stephen Livesay, who was impressed with her desire and recognized she had the qualities targeted in the Joe Medlin Servant's Heart Scholarship, a Bryan grant available to international students. She did not play soccer but concentrated on academics her freshman year. Her efforts were rewarded when she made the Dean's List for having better than a 3.5 grade average on Bryan's 4.0 scale.
Jennifer (Mrs. Randy) Hollingsworth said, "I have never seen a more dedicated person. She studied all the time."
Yuri added, "I got lots of help, from (English professor) Mr. (William) Harle, the library, the writing center." And while she was receiving help in the academic support center and friends, she returned the favor by tutoring her friends who were struggling with Spanish lessons.
"I focused on academics," Yuri said. "If I didn't get that, I wouldn't be able to play soccer." The effort has paid off because she already has been given a number–"5"–to wear this fall.
Assistance through the Joe Medlin Servant's Heart Scholarship to help pay her school bills, and the Hollingsworth family providing housing made it possible for Yuri to be at Bryan. "We trusted God that He would provide finances for Yuri to come," Jennifer Hollingworth said. "This is the kind of student we want to see use this scholarship."
The Medlin Scholarship was established by a gift from the Cawood Foundation to help international students receive an education at Bryan and return to their home country equipped to influence their country for the gospel and in other positive ways.
When Yuri graduates, she hopes to play soccer professionally so she can raise money to provide for an athletics-based ministry in Honduras. Most children and young people there don't have the positive influences she hopes to provide.
"Without the scholarship I would not be able to be doing what I am doing," she said. "I am really grateful for what this is doing for me."


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Emily Austin (Wake Forest) special session on Phaedo 61b-63c.
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One of the neatest terms I have learned from my friends in this community is the term "grunt" as coined by Dave aka dirt devil and he uses it to describe power. I thought this would be interesting .. this happened last Friday as we were transferring top soil from Ray's place to my garden ..
Ellie almost had that F-150 moving .. another 1/2 horse would have done it I think. We were pulling up hill as well. Sure shows how much power Ellie actually has, impressed me a lot. Almoooost! There was a 3/4 load still in that trailer and it had sunk a bit. Ellie tried valiantly to move that F-150 4x4 but just didn't have enough weight/power. The Massey 1040 pulled it out effortlessly .. however I stick by my guns - Ellie did all the hard work prepping for the Massey
One thing that concerned me was not being able to shift properly for a minute or so. Then I finally got it into reverse and then 1st. She has been shifting normally since. That was the most blow-by I have seen since I have owned her. I think maybe it is time for some more Sea Foam in the crankcase and the gas.
As I mentioned before, Ellie really impressed me on Friday and I am looking forward to more seat time Monday and Tuesday.


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I would personally prefer to see Božinović stay, he's a non-party minister and has been in various defense departments and positions since 1987.
Unfortunately, since the mentality of "our party members in positions" is still more prevalent than actual experience and ability, we'll have to settle for one Mirando Mrsić
His official Sabor profile:
As an MD who specialized in hematology and also has a doctorate in biomedical sciences, certainly impressive educational record, but our governments in general have a lot of doctors and professors who can't tell their heads from their a*ses. His duties so far were being in committees for health and social services, interparliamentary cooperation, information, informatization and media and being in reserve for Council of Europe emissary and a also reserve for Joint parliamentary committee Croatia-EU.
In short, at no time has this man encountered defense issues in his life and I will be shocked if he can tell the difference between an APC and an MBT. His nomination seems like an afterthought, and I'm afraid that means we'll see a further decline in Croatian military capabilites.
Seems more and more likely that our Slovenian friends will get their way and see Croatian Air Force crippled and turned into an air brigade.


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Peyton Manning - #18 - QB
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|New Orleans, LA
|Years played
|1998, 1st round, 1st pick by Colts
Rivera, Mularkey, Shurmur don't come through in clutch
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The Broncos are cruising, the Chargers fell in another mistake-laden loss, and the undermanned Raiders were crushed by the Ravens.
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Manning will be the Broncos quarterback through at least 2014. The four-time Most Valuable Player's contract called for a guaranteed salary of $20 million in 2013 and 2014 if he was on the Denver roster Tuesday, which marks the start of the new league year. The final two years of his contract - 2015 and 2016 - are worth $19 million each, but are not guaranteed.||||||| Coming off multiple neck operations, Manning threw for 4,659 yards and 37 touchdowns last season and was named NFL Comeback Player of the Year. He turns 37 on March 24.
John Fox has some bad news for the other 31 NFL teams: Peyton Manning could be even better in 2013. Fox says a year ago the Broncos were doing homework on Manning. They saw a dramatic improvement in Manning's workouts last offseason at Duke, and then with the quarterback's passing in the second half of the 2012 season. Manning led Denver to the AFC's best record, 13-3.||||||| The Denver coach says Thursday at the league's annual scouting combine that with another offseason to heal and to fine-tune his comfort with Denver's offense, the four-time MVP and reigning Comeback Player of the Year could have a more impressive second season in the Mile High City.
Manning's stunning return from four neck surgeries has netted him The Associated Press 2012 NFL Comeback Player of the Year award.||||||| The four-time league MVP guided the Broncos to the AFC's best record, 13-3, in his first season in Denver. Before sitting out 2011, Manning had never missed a start in his first 13 seasons with Indianapolis. Manning received 31 1-2 votes Saturday from a nationwide panel of 50 media members who regularly cover the league. He easily beat Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson, who got 17 1-2 votes after his comeback from major knee surgery.
Manning tied yet another NFL record Thursday, this one held by Tom Brady, when he won his sixth career Offensive Player of the Month award. Manning joined Kurt Warner (2001) as the only players with 10 TDs, 1,300 yards, a 70 percent completion percentage and five wins in December as the Broncos (13-3) captured the top seed in the AFC playoffs.||||||| He did it while wearing a glove on his throwing hand for the first time in his career, testing it in home games against the Browns and Chiefs in preparation for cold weather in January. Manning said he's been "OK the past two weeks," but he's been more than that - his completion percentage was 5.8 points higher and his QB rating was 19.2 points better with the glove.
Manning, in search of his fifth MVP award and, yes, a second Super Bowl title, finished 23 for 29 for 304 yards, three scores and with a 144.8 passer rating on Sunday against the Chiefs.||||||| "I threw it OK today, I guess," said Manning, who finished the season with 4,659 yards, 37 touchdowns and a 105.8 passer rating, all second best in his 15-year career.


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Here at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort, a top South Carolina golf resort, we can think of many reasons for you and your family or group to come play golf courses in Hilton Head any time of year. But for this blog post, we've boiled it down to our top 5 reasons. Drum roll please:
No. 1 – Three Varied Golf Courses
A lot of our guests love that they don't have to leave Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort to play on three different and very challenging Hilton Head golf courses. Our courses fit the mood of any golfer whether you're looking for more of a challenge, more of a view or a more relaxed and fun game.
The Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course is one of only two oceanfront holes on the island. Its 10th hole, a par-5, offers a beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean. Don't let this beauty fool you, however. The course is tough and was rated among the best courses in the Southeast by readers of Golfweek magazine. The Jones Oceanfront Course plays 6,122 yards from the middle white tees.
The George Fazio Course is the only par-70 golf course on the island and is considered Hilton Head's most challenging championship course. Fazio designed the course with plenty of bunkers and water hazards to keep players on their toes. The course demands a combination of long play and precise golf shots and ranks among America's top 100 golf courses. The Fazio plays 6,239 yards from the middle white tees.
The Arthur Hills Course was built on a series of rolling dunes, framed by palmetto and live oak trees, offering many opportunities for off-balance lies. Ten holes on the course are on the water, which means you need to watch out for ocean breezes. Graceful yet challenging is a great way to describe this course, which plays 6,122 yards from the middle white tees.
No. 2 - Hilton Head Weather
The weather in Hilton Head is balmy and sub-tropical year-round, which allows for allows for all types of outdoor activities throughout the year. We don't slow down when things cool off a little around here. In fact, our three golf courses heat up with travelers who enjoy playing golf on Hilton Head in 70-degree temps through October and in the 60s through December. While January is our coldest month, with a temperature range of 40-59 degrees, that's still perfect for snowbirds who flock to our sunny golf courses during winter wearing shorts and T-shirts. And if you want to come in the summer, no worries. Read reason No. 3:
No. 3 – Air-Conditioned Golf Carts
When you're playing one of the most popular golf courses in South Carolina during the balmiest days of summer, it's such a treat to retreat to air conditioned golf carts. In fact, our entire fleet of golf carts is air-conditioned. Just load your clubs, hop in and cool off with a cold beverage as you ride in luxury to the next hole. Arrive refreshed and ready to make par. Ahhh….
No. 4 - Segway Golf Transporters
Spice up your mode of transport from green to green by renting one of our Segway Golf Transporters. We're the only Hilton Head Island resort who offers them! A great open-air alternative to golf carts, these fun yet practical rides can reach speeds of more than 12 MPH. Our Segway X2 all-terrain vehicle is wider with deeply treaded tires. They're easy to operate and maneuver and allow for superior preservation of the golf course.
No. 5. Beauty
Palmetto Dunes lives up to the reputation as one of the most popular South Carolina golf resorts and one of the finest resort destinations in the world. It's garnered the attention of such respected travel resources as Travel + Leisure Family, Forbes, Fodor's Golf Digest Places to Play, Frommer's The Carolinas and Georgia, Golf Magazine and more. All of these resources tout the natural beauty of the resort, as well as its amenities.
Palmetto Dunes is picturesque at every turn from our pristine beach to the 11-mile inland lagoon system that winds through the resort, to the superbly sculpted golf courses framed by palmetto and live oak trees. The resort truly showcases the natural beauty of the island.
Do you need more reasons to play golf courses in Hilton Head? We think not! Come play a round with us and book your tee time by calling (866) 744-7558.
Remember, Palmetto Dunes also offers many more activities besides golf, including world-class tennis, fishing, bike rentals, shopping, dining, kayaking and lots more to give you a well-rounded Hilton Head vacation.
A long weekend is on the horizon (Yay!). And we can't think of a better way to spend your days off than on a Labor Day golf getaway to Palmetto Dunes!
Here's a rundown of the things you can do at this ever popular South Carolina golf resort, including plenty of golf but some other Hilton Head activities, as well:
Tee Time
The Hilton Head Celebrity Golf Tournament kicks off Friday Aug. 31, 2012 at our famed Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course, one of our three world-class golf courses. Since 1979, the annual event has raised more than $3.8 million for well-deserving children's charities of the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Celebrities at this year's tournament include actors Richard Schiff of The West Wing and Brian Baumgartner, Kevin from The Office; TV personalities Paul Goodloe of the Weather Channel and Holly Sonders of Golf Channel's Morning Drive; numerous professional athletes and plenty of South Carolina favorites including Bobby Cremins; and George Rogers, NFL running back, University of South Carolina graduate and 1980 Heisman Trophy winner.
While you won't be able to play the Jones course Friday (it will be closed for the tournament), you can certainly go and enjoy the festivities! Or you could plan to play one (or both) of the other golf courses at Palmetto Dunes: the George Fazio Course (called the most challenging course in Hilton Head) and the Arthur Hills Course (with 10 holes on the water!). Of course, the Jones course will be back open on Saturday and Sunday.
We also have a special deal right now on Saturday that you can take advantage of while in town. If you book a tee time after 11 a.m. you get half off resort rates if you use code SSSPECIAL12 and book your tee time online here.
Boogie Down
While HarbourFest fireworks are over for the season, Shannon Tanner hasn't gone home yet! Shannon is a family entertainer, who's been singing and playing music to crowds at Shelter Cove since 1988. Shannon will be performing Friday at 6:30 and 8 p.m. with other live entertainment Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Cappy the Clown will be on hand 6-9 p.m. all weekend and there will be lots of other family activities to do, as well. So bring the whole bunch and experience a new family tradition!
Bike Around Town
Rent a bike from Hilton Head Outfitters, THE place for Hilton Head bike rentals, and explore. Hilton Head Island has more than 50 miles of bike paths that take you beneath live oaks draped with Spanish moss, past creeks and marshes, and close to an assortment of beautiful flowers in bloom.
What's going on Labor Day weekend at Palmetto Dunes? As you can see, a lot! In addition to the events above, be sure to check out our event calendar for more information on daily tennis clinics, golf demonstrations and after-hours activities at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort! Enjoy your long weekend!
When it comes to playing just about any sport, proper instruction and technique is the key to your ability to play well. Even better is proper instruction in a beautiful location! Award-winning Hilton Head tennis resort, Palmetto Dunes has you covered on both accounts.
Tennis magazine has consistently ranked Palmetto Dunes among the "50 Greatest U.S. Tennis Resorts" since 1975. It also named Palmetto Dunes the No. 1 tennis resort in the Carolinas for 2012 and one of the top 10 tennis resorts in the U.S. Tennis Resorts Online also ranked the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center the No. 5 Tennis Center in the World. Could there be a better place to play tennis?!
Whether you prefer private lessons or a group setting, the tennis pros at Palmetto Dunes' Tennis Center can help. They offer Hilton Head tennis lessons that will help you establish the basic skills needed to play the game, as well as help you continue to develop your skills – all while enjoying a Hilton Head tennis vacation. And it doesn't matter if you're a junior or an adult; we have tennis lessons for ages 4 and older!
Private and semi-private lessons are ideal if you feel like you need personal attention. We have half-hour and full hour lessons available. Our rates are very reasonable, but you can save even more if you book five or more lessons at one time. Please call us at 866-744-7558 to schedule.
If you'd prefer to take group tennis lessons, the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center has several tennis clinics throughout the week including: Serve Clinic, Grand Slam Clinic, Competitive Doubles Clinic, Competitive Edge Drills, Return of Serve Clinic and more. Check our website for details and pricing. We even offer a Create Your Own Clinic, where you choose the time, the pro and what you focus on! Once you feel comfortable with your new skills, try them out in one of our Round Robin tournament competitions, which are held daily from 3-5 p.m.
Junior tennis players also can benefit from our clinics and camps. And, they too can play in the Junior Round Robin Tournaments and Junior Grand Slam Tournaments.
As a side note, Palmetto Dunes does require players wear regulation tennis shoes while on the court. Please review our tennis dress code. Don't worry, if you've forgotten something at home or just want to take advantage of our amazing gear and great prices, just stop by our Tennis Center Pro Shop. It's the largest on the island and it has everything you need.
In addition to instruction, Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center also hosts eight tennis tournaments each year that stretch from February to November and appeal to a range of ages and skill levels. The facility is continually selected as the host facility of choice for a wide range of tennis tournaments and events. This October and November we have lots of tournaments coming up, including the Banana Open, USTA Tennis on Campus Fall Invitational and the "Nutty Buddy" Tennis Classic.
And if you're looking to mix up your activities while on your Hilton Head tennis vacation, consider a round or two of golf at Palmetto Dunes' three world-class South Carolina golf courses.
Don't wait a minute longer to sign up for tennis lessons this fall. Tennis is a great sport that's not only fantastic exercise, but also tons of fun and a chance to socialize with friends. Grab your racquet. It's time to learn to play tennis in Hilton Head! Call us at (866) 744-7558 and book your court time today!
Looking for a great golf getaway this fall? The weather is getting milder and there's no better time to grab your friends and head to Hilton Head for a golf vacation. Palmetto Dunes has the ticket with a variety of golf vacation packages that appeal to everyone from the solo golfer to those who want to golf as a family and from those looking for improve their game to groups of golfers. Even snow birds who are planning to spend their winter in warmer climes can find a package that lets them maximize their time on the course but still be gentle on the wallet.
One of Palmetto Dunes' most popular offerings is the Golf Stay & Play Package. Choose from two or three rounds of golf along with a four-day/three-night stay. Not only can you play on three championship golf courses, you'll also receive two hours of court time per day at the Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center and the best rates and priority access for all resort activities and amenities.
We also offer plenty of group golf options. If you have a group of at least nine, choose from our Group Golf Getaway Package or the Group Golf Package. Right now, if you book either of these packages by Aug. 31, 2012, you can receive a 4th round free. (See our website for details.) The Getaway Package includes three rounds of golf per person and four days/three nights in select resort villas, as well as a 10% discount select items in the pro shop! With both group golf packages, you also receive preferred rates and access to resort activities and amenities.
For seasonal (calling all snow birds!) and part-time residents, we offer a Monthly Golf Membership getaway and a Monthly Stay and Play package. Both give you an unlimited 30-day golf pass. The getaway package simply includes a 30-night stay in a one-bedroom villa at Palmetto Dunes and two hours of tennis court time daily. Preferred rates and priority access to resort activities and amenities also included.
If you're just learning to golf, we have a package for that, too! Consider our Golf Academy Package, which includes two days of world-class golf lessons, a computerized club fitting, video analysis, unlimited use of the practice range, and when you're ready, preferred pricing for a round of golf. A minimum three-night stay is required.
Wait, there are more great getaways at this top South Carolina golf resort! Whether you're a guest or just "playing through," Palmetto Dunes also offers Multi-Round Golf Specials for two and three rounds of golf.
One more thing: Don't forget to book in advance. You'll actually be rewarded for it! You can receive up to 50% off the Resort Golf Rate if you book your tee times in advance.
Check our website for more details or to book your next South Carolina golf getaway. You can also contact one of our vacation planners or give us a call at (866) 744-7558. Happy golfing!
Thinking of planning a golf vacation at a South Carolina golf resort? What are you looking for: A great deal? A convenient location? Top-notch lodging? Oh yes, and a variety of challenging yet fun golf courses?
Ding! Ding! Ding! We have a winner: Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is a South Carolina golf resort you must visit if you are a golf aficionado.
Here's why:
Great golf
We have three renowned courses, each one designed by a hero in the world of golf:
The Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course was named one of the best golf courses in the Southeast by Golfweek magazine. The 10th hole of this par-five course is one of only two oceanfront holes on the island! The rest of the course ambles along our 11-mile lagoon system. Here's a fun fact: We book more rounds at the Jones course than any other course on the entire island!
The George Fazio Course is definitely a challenging choice with its varied bunkers and water hazards. The Fazio is ranked in the nation's top 100 courses and is the only par-70 course on Hilton Head.
The Arthur Hills Course was ranked 4.5 stars by Fodor's Golf Digest. It has been played by Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson, who no doubt enjoyed its careful mix of beauty and challenge. It's positioned on a series of dunes, which presents many opportunities for off-balance lies. In addition, the course offers 10 holes on the water and the ocean breeze adds to the challenge.
Great prices
When it comes to pricing, Palmetto Dunes offers high quality and ways to save. For example, book in advance and save up to 50% off the Resort Golf Rate, which is already very affordable. We also offer multi-round rates, junior programs and a 30-day golf pass, as well as an array of golf packages.
Great location and lodging
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort spans 2,000 acres in the heart of Hilton Head Island and boasts three miles of beachfront. We also have an award-winning tennis center and more activities than you can shake a golf club at.
In addition, Palmetto Dunes offers all guests a luxurious stay, whether you choose a villa with a view of Broad Creek or a well-appointed oceanfront home, we offer special rates and packages, including the best rates on golf and all resort activities, when you book directly through Palmetto Dunes.
Ready to book your vacation at an amazing South Carolina golf resort? Contact a vacation planner today, or visit our website for more details!
Shannon Tanner has been rocking Shelter Cove all summer long during HarbourFest. His show has kids and families singing and dancing and is a Hilton Head summer staple. But last week, the audience got an unexpected surprise. He was joined by a special guest: musician Edwin McCain!
Tanner's long-time friend took the stage to perform several songs, including his smash "I'll Be." McCain also sang a new song he wrote for his daughter called, "I'll Take That Long Walk with You." "It's so much fun for him to come play," says Tanner, who has a close relationship with McCain and his family, and played a role in helping McCain get his music career started. Tanner booked McCain's very first gig at Wild Wing Café on the island!
Watch the video below to see a sample:
HarbourFest is the signature summer event at Shelter Cove Harbour, held mid-June through mid-August. The family-friendly festival offers nightly fun and entertainment, and the fireworks show every Tuesday night is extremely popular. This is Tanner's 24th season playing. He performs Monday-Friday with two shows at 6:30 and 8 p.m. through Labor Day. His show is filled with a variety of children's and family songs, including lots of sing-a-longs and audience participation.
"This is a very unique show at Hilton Head," Tanner says. "I've been doing it for 24 years and it's become an integral part of people's summer memories. That's not lost on me or taken lightly. I love what I do and I love that kids I played to years ago are now grown up and bringing their kids to see the show."
Ahoy Mateys!
In addition to enjoying his HarbourFest shows, families can also set sail with Tanner on his Most Excellent Pirate Expedition. The pirate ship sails from Shelter Cove Wednesday and Friday mornings. The morning includes pirate stories, pirate songs and dances, and of course a search for lost pirate treasure. For more information and tickets, please visit www.piratekidzofhiltonhead.com. You can also visit (and "Like") the Pirate Expedition Facebook page.
Shannon Tanner App
Just because you have to get back to reality after your vacation, it doesn't mean you can't enjoy the songs of summer. You can keep up with Tanner's live performances and new material by downloading the free Shannon Tanner App to your smart phone!
"I get tons of emails and Facebook posts about people who enjoyed my show," Tanner says. "With this app, they can listen to songs and watch videos. They can see where I'm performing, and even download some free music."
But there's nothing like seeing Tanner live, so be sure you catch him at HarbourFest before the season ends. The last fireworks show will be Aug. 14, though Tanner and the ever popular Cappy the Clown will continue to perform at Shelter Cove Harbour through Labor Day. View the complete schedule.
10Best readers have it right: Hilton Head Island's beaches are awesome. The travel website recently released its list of the 10Best beaches in the U.S., chosen by the readers, and Hilton Head was ranked No. 2! Vacationers ranked Hilton Head above beaches in California, Florida and Hawaii!
From sunrise yoga to bike rides at sunset and everything in between, Hilton Head beaches are the perfect place to spend a vacation. This barrier island has 12 miles of gorgeous beach, three of which are located within Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort.
If you really study the beach itself, you'll notice Hilton Head's beaches are uninterrupted and wide. In addition to soft sand, the lower part – closest to the water – is hard-packed and perfect for building sandcastles, a game of Frisbee, running, walking or riding a bike.
Palmetto Dunes takes great care of the 3 miles of pristine beaches located at the resort. We invigorated our beaches using tons of sand dredged from our 11-mile lagoon system and Shelter Cove Marina.
We also offer lots of "toys" for our guests to enjoy on the beach, including surfboards, boogie boards, bicycles and more. Also on the property is the Dunes House, a public access beach facility located midway down the 3-mile stretch of beach. It features a deck, resort beach restrooms and limited parking for resort guests.
At Palmetto Dunes, even golfers can still enjoy the beach while at play. Our Robert Trent Jones Oceanfront Course (one of three courses on the resort) is one of only two oceanfront holes on Hilton Head Island. Its signature hole, the par-five 10th, offers an amazing view of one of the 10Best beaches in the nation.
As you enjoy the sand and surf, there are several regulations by the town of Hilton Head to keep in mind. The following are not permitted: alcohol, glass bottles/containers, littering, fires and fireworks and shark fishing.
We also want to protect these amazing beaches, so please be careful to throw your trash away in provided receptacles and please stay away from the sand dunes and sea oats, as well as other dune flora. Remember to leave any live animals and beach fauna you find alone, which includes sand dollars, starfish and conchs. Also, please turn out your beachfront lights to help make sure the baby sea turtles make their way out to sea.
We'd love to help you plan an amazing vacation at one of the 10Best beaches in the nation, so feel free to visit our website for details on Palmetto Dunes Resort's Hilton Head vacation homes and villas, activities and amenities, or call us at (866) 744-7558.