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by Jeni Bone
FindaCrew.net is about helping people's dreams come true - linking prospective crew members with yachts all over the globe with the world's largest online boat and crew introduction system that offers ease, convenience and accuracy for all involved.
Kylie from findacrew.net talks about the company's rising success. SCIBS 2011
The Find a Crew team were recently at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. Here, Kylie Gretener from Find a Crew customer service speaks exclusively with MarineBusiness-World.com about the origins of the site, its global reach and evolution after seven years of phenomenal success.
Based in Mooloolaba - idyllically situated for its unique blend of waterways, canals, beaches and high seas beyond - FindACrew.net has a global presence and 60 international virtual offices.
The Find a Crew journey started 20 years ago when CEO Raffael Gretener, who holds an international yacht master qualification, was working as a delivery skipper. In those days, the 'Crew Wanted' sign on the boat method was the best way of attracting new crew. Raffael thought then – years before the internet - there must be a more effective way to find yacht crew. Fast forward to 2004; after selling his shares in a successful engineering company that he co-founded, and completing a Master's Degree in Technology Management, the marine industry drew him back and the model for Find a Crew was born.
'We started Find a Crew as a global central point of introduction for mariners from all over the world of all walks of life,' says Kylie. We decided to set up a worldwide service that would pre-match data, (working in a similar way to online job services) and link companies and sailors needing crew. From the beginning, the site was designed to cater for all sizes and types of boats, and all associated crew positions, in every country of the world.'
As Kylie explains: 'Find a Crew is the World's largest International Online Marine Crew and Boat Network providing a point of introduction for mariners around the world. We are not a Crew Agency. Our network provides an alternative suited to people who like to make their own decisions about what is best for them in the shortest time possible.' We place very high priority on privacy and security, which has been a big draw card for many larger vessels. They can actually have a 'silent' listing which means that only the crew members who they contact can see their profile, putting them always in full control of who they communicate with.
As a result of the interactive online model, Find a Crew can offer free registration, free listing, free searching and free initial contacting. 'We want members to use Find a Crew and be happy with the service before paying any money.
Upgrading to a 'Premium membership' allows members to exchange direct contact details with as many matching members as they wish to for the duration of the Premium membership, and continue further communication outside of the Find a Crew network. Paying for a length of time subscription rather than a pay per view gives you more options if the first contact doesn't work out for them.'
It was a leap of faith. Raffael was the site architect, working with software application engineer, Knud Nexo (who is now a partner in the company). As the business grew, Kylie took the role of customer service and marketing. 'When we first went live, we only had to wait a short while, wondering who the first member would be . . . and it was a sailor from Lithuania!'
In less than a year, Find a Crew's unique approach quickly attracted thousands of members from around the world and now, almost seven years on, Find a Crew continues to maintain their leading position within the online marine crew industry. '
Aspiring crew members can find a boat, and all professional, commercial and recreational boaters use the site to logically, find a crew.
Currently, there are 6,295 members listed: 848 boat & 5,447 crew members signed in within the last 45 days. There are 54,530 members registered. Boats and crew hail from every continent, nearly every country, all types of vessel, promising journeys both ambitious - South America to Patagonia and the South Pole, and mundane - although the Caribbean could hardly be considered hum-drum!
'We have filled a niche,' Kylie says. 'The site is interactive and immediate; people can list an opportunity or what they're looking for by themselves. We have guidelines and suggestions, like letting boat companies and captains know that listings with more pictures get a better response, but the rest is up to them. Behind the scenes is a very complex algorithm specifically designed for this industry, which for boat owners and their representatives means that they save a lot of time searching through listings, as the best matches for them are delivered with a single mouse click. And it's very user friendly. 80% of our members come to Find a Crew by word of mouth.'
'It has helped thousands of people to get on the water, find crew for their boats, and introduced the start of many careers, new adventures and friendships,' says Kylie, launching in to colourful tales from members who have travelled the world onboard expeditions, superyachts, charters and more adventurous vessels.
Brian Calvert, from Seattle, is taking his Selene 53 ocean trawler up the east coast of Queensland to dive and explore the Great Barrier Reef.
Among their ranks, Brian from Seattle has a tale like no other. Brian, who is part-way in to a three year circumnavigation of the world, is currently cruising up the Queensland coast in his 53ft Selene Ocean Trawler - the first Selene yacht to undertake such a voyage.
'Brian has fallen in love with these boats over the many years he has worked with the company, and had this one purpose built for the journey,' says Kylie. 'We caught up with Brian when he was in Mooloolaba, and after a tour of all the safety features and specific long haul cruising set up, and a friendly afternoon of nibblies on board, it is not hard to imagine going a long way on this beautiful vessel. Brian can sail single handed, but chooses not to, and instead sources all his crew (some experienced and some with none), via Find a Crew.
'He says that what has surprised him the most on this trip is the fantastic people he is meeting, and already has crew lined up for the next 9 months.'
Brian, his Selene and his crew are now exploring the Whitsundays for some diving time.
'He is very passionate about Find a Crew, the boat and the adventure,' adds Kylie. 'He told us he couldn't have done it without Find a Crew. And as for the crew members on board, they are just totally living the dream!'
He sourced his six crew on Findacrew.net.
And there's more in the pipeline for Find a Crew. Based on the success and expertise the Find a Crew team has accumulated over the past seven years, the original founders formed a new company called NAUTYCAL Pty Ltd, under which umbrella Find a Crew belongs as of 1 October 2009, and NAUTYCAL Pty Ltd is the flag ship for other projects and acquisitions, the next of them Find a Harbour, which is online now in beta at www.findaharbour.net
Find a Harbour is an entirely free service to mariners around the world, providing a worldwide directory assisting with information to establish their next destination. 'All information is entered and updated by real people, and anyone can contribute,' says Kylie of the site, adding that the concept is currently 100% sponsored by Find a Crew.
'In the coming years we hope to gain global support from governments, tourism boards and businesses to present their destinations to mariners.'
More at www.findacrew.net


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Talk show host and all-around funny lady Ellen Degeneres was an American Idol judge for only one season. Ellen bowed out gracefully after Season 9, blaming her departure on an overwhelming work schedule. "This didn't feel like the right fit for me," she told People at the time. Now, Ellen's talking more about why she left — and it's not all ponies and unicorns. She says she was disheartened by the amount of drama behind the scenes.
Ellen recently opened up to Parade about her short-lived tenure on the talent show: "It was disappointing to hear things about the kids, the drama going on. Some of them are not as grateful as you would expect. All of a sudden they have fan mail, millions of people saying they're great, and some of them just stop appreciating it."
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Text4baby could be a catalyst for other mobile health innovations
When the White House and a coalition of health groups for mothers recently looked at ways to improve care for at-risk expectant mothers, their technology of choice was the cell phone. A high percentage of the targeted groups have access to mobile devices.
The Text4baby initiative sends free text messages with medical tips and reminders three times a week to pregnant women and young mothers.
"By using text messaging on cell phones, this partnership uses a technology that has already been widely adopted," Aneesh Chopra, the White House chief technology officer, said in announcing the program Feb. 4. "Research shows that 90 percent of Americans have a mobile phone."
Because of White House involvement, Text4baby is probably the most high-profile example of mobile health, known as MHealth. The program's success will likely bring more attention to a health information technology approach that has been in development for at least three years and is on the cusp of expanded federal regulation.
The MHealth buzzword is just starting to gain wider use. The industry is still in the embryonic stages, and its contours are not fully delineated. Although growing rapidly, it is drawing the attention of federal regulators. And that could alter its path of expansion and innovation.
MHealth is defined loosely as the use of mobile devices and wireless networks for the purpose of delivering health care or health-related information. Although some view it as a subcategory of telehealth, others note that telehealth has a long history with wired networks. MHealth is new and centers on wireless devices, mainly cell phones and smart phones.
One reason for the excitement about MHealth is its ability to quickly reach poor, developing countries and areas where Internet access is sparse but many residents have cell phones. Nearly 4 billion people worldwide had cell phones in 2008, according to an industry association.
The nonprofit Core Group is giving cell phones to community health workers in Malawi and Cameroon for use in maternal and child health care. A health worker can use the cell phone to contact medical help if a woman experiences an emergency during childbirth. "It is a simple application that is lifesaving," said Ann Hendrix-Jenkins, Core's partnership development director.
In the United States, more than 10,000 women have signed up for Text4baby since it started in February. It is sponsored by the National Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies Coalition, along with the White House, Health and Human Services Department, and health and telecommunications industry members.
Other popular MHealth applications in the Unites States include mobile personal health devices, such as blood pressure cuffs, that users can link to cell phones to transmit results. Text messaging can be used for lab results, prescription ordering and communication with physicians.
"I think MHealth will be big for systems that empower patients," said Dr. Ted Eytan, a health IT blogger and medical director for delivery system operations improvement at the Permanente Federation.
Eytan is not alone in his optimism. The past year has seen the formation of the nonprofit MHealth Initiative and the United Nations Foundation's MHealth Alliance. In February, the McKinsey & Co. consulting firm estimated global MHealth opportunities to be worth about $50 billion, including $20 billion in the United States.
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The pace of MHealth innovation in recent months has reached a frenzy. In the next phase, growth might be slower but more realistic. That's because the Food and Drug Administration has started working with industry groups, including the Continua Health Alliance, to prepare a regulatory framework expected to cover many MHealth devices.
Will cell phones be regulated as medical devices? Chuck Parker, Continua executive director, said he doesn't think so. "It goes to the intended use," Parker said. If a cell phone is sold as a means of communication and it happens to be used for medical applications, that does not make it a medical device, he said.
Beyond cell phones, FDA is looking to network mobile medical devices, Parker added. "There is a creation of new devices we have not seen before. It is a system of systems, with four to five components to create a new medical use."
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But more rules could have a chilling effect on innovation, he added. "I expect FDA will discourage it some. There is a cost to complying with the FDA."
Although Text4baby and Core Group are demonstrating quick gains in simple applications of MHealth, the future path is less certain. The next phase will be interesting to watch.
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Data put his free hand out to steady himself as the deck beneath him lurched. There was a deafening crash as the hull twisted. "I am unable to penetrate Borg defence systems command structure, Captain," said Data, shouting to be heard.
"Try the power systems, Data," came Shelby's voice, almost lost amid the thunderous noise. "See if you can get them to power down!"
"Acknowledged! Attempting new power subcommand path!"
But as his mind delved through the Collective, he ran hard against more barriers.
"Shields have failed!" called La Forge. His voice was barely audible, the comline from Engineering crackling with static.
reeled, and the deck flew out from underneath them.
"Fire all weapons!" called Riker, holding tight to the command chair to keep from being thrown to the floor. "Fire everything! Evasive maneuvers!"
Wesley was shouting, but Riker couldn't hear him.
The Cube's tractor beam wrenched at the
, and her hull was torn at its touch.
Data's voice came over the com, barely audible over the noise as the
began to break apart. "I cannot penetrate Borg power subcommand structure. All critical subcommands have been protected!"
"The hull is beginning to breach!" called La Forge through the com's rush of white noise. "Structural integrity is down to forty eight percent!"
Riker turned towards Shelby, and saw in her eyes the same despair that he knew was in his own.
"It's over," she said.
Riker nodded, then pushed himself to his feet. Struggling to remain upright on the bucking deck, he made his way to the conn, stumbling and grasping the back of Wesley's chair to prevent himself from falling.
"Mister Crusher," he said, "ready a collision course with the Borg ship."
Wesley turned to face him in disbelief.
Riker nodded hopelessly, confirming the order. "You heard me."
Wesley nodded in shock and turned back to his console. He entered the course, his hands shaking.
Riker lifted his voice to the com. "Geordi, do we have warp power?"
"Only just, Captain," came La Forge's voice. "No more than a second or two."
"That's all I need," said Riker. "Prepare to go to warp speed."
"Aye, sir," said La Forge, he voice resigned.
Data's fruitless search continued. He had tried many other subcommands, but all were protected. He couldn't get into the navigation subcommand to move the Cube away from Earth, he couldn't access their sensors to give them another target, and he couldn't force their power core to overload.
So this was how his existence would end, torn apart as the vessel around him was destroyed. He thought of how Earth would soon be assimilated, and he wished his efforts had been successful. He wondered if it was regret he was feeling.
He turned to the essence of Picard.
I'm sorry, Captain. My efforts have not been effective.
For a moment, he was aware of nothing, and he wondered if Picard was still there. But then he heard Picard's voice in his mind, so soft that he almost missed it.
Beverly saw the readouts of Picard's brainwaves change, fluctuate. "Data, he's regaining consciousness," she said.
Data could feel Picard struggling, as though clawing his way out of a deep dark hole. His mind was fighting.
It was more forceful now, but Data could not fathom what he meant.
I do not understand.
Deanna sensed it as well, Picard rising from the darkness that had surrounded him. "It's Captain Picard, not Locutus," she said.
And now, when Data heard Picard's voice in his mind, he could hear it in the real world as well.
"Sleep, Data…"
The readouts fell and Picard lost consciousness.
Beverly turned to Data. "He's exhausted," she said.
And then Data understood.
She had the
in her grasp, and it couldn't escape. The starship was beginning to come apart, and she could sense its imminent destruction. She gloried in her triumph.
She struck out with her cutting beam, speeding the
's death.
"Borg cutting beam activated!" called Worf.
Riker sighed heavily. His command was over, his ship beyond help. He'd done quite well, all things considered, he thought. He'd lasted as long as he could, given Data every second available. He hadn't succeeded, but he felt no regrets about what he'd chosen.
The difficult choices were difficult because whichever way you chose, the cost was going to be high. And this time, the cost would be his own life.
He closed his eyes. "Mister Crusher," he said, giving his last order, speaking for the last time, "engage."
Wesley reached for the panel.
And then the com burst into life and Data's voice came loud. "Bridge, stand by."
Riker's eyes flew open. "Stand by, Ensign!" he called, but Wesley had already pulled his hands back.
"I am attempting to penetrate the Borg regenerative subcommand path," Data reported. "It is a low priority system and may be accessible."
shook as the Borg cutting beam sliced into the hull. There was a deafening crack with the impact. Alarms screamed, the computer announcing warnings in the midst of the chaos. Debris flowed from the
's broken hull. The deck was thrust upwards, then heaved back down, and the crew fell. Stations erupted into sparks casting hard shadows, and there were cries of pain.
"Mister Data!" shouted Riker, stumbling back to the command chair. "Your final report!"
"Stand by…"
I can't!"
She closed her eyes in pleasure, feeling the hull of the
buckle under her attack. She saw crew members tumbling out into space, their limbs flailing for short seconds before becoming still as their life left them, and she exulted. She'd sensed the build up in the warp core, and she smiled as she felt it grow dark and dead. The
was hers, and she would destroy it.
She'd waited long enough. Time now to send Riker to his death.
She turned her attention to the bridge of the
, to slice into it and watch him die as the void claimed him…
…and her control of the Cube evaporated.
For a long moment, she felt shock, incomprehension, and try as she might, the Cube refused to respond to her wishes.
For a long moment, there was silence. It was in such contrast to the deafening noise of the attack that it felt unreal. Riker wondered for a moment if he had died and this was the last effort of his brain to cling to life.
But around him, the other bridge crew were looking around, and Riker knew that it was real. The Borg's assault on the
had simply ceased. The sounds of destruction had gone, and all he could hear was the soft venting of the atmosphere being replenished.
He lifted his voice. "Data, what the hell happened?"
Data's voice came over the com, slightly distorted, but coherent. "I successfully planted a command into the Borg collective consciousness, sir," he said. "It misdirected them to believe it was time to regenerate. In effect, I put them all to sleep."
Riker heard a burst of laughter from Shelby. "To sleep?" he asked.
"Yes, sir," said Data.
Riker turned to Worf. "Status of Borg power drive?"
Worf glanced over his panel, but all the readouts were at near zero. "Minimal power."
"Electromagnetic field?"
Worf looked up. "Nonexistent," he said.
Riker allowed himself to feel relief. "Commander Shelby," he said, "take an away team and confirm that the Borg are…" He smiled widely. "
Shelby grinned back at him. "Delighted sir." Shelby indicated to Worf, and the two of them moved off the bridge and into the turbolift.
So this was how it would end. She was only slightly surprised. After all, the message that had been sent by the drones in the past had indicated that, and despite all her precautions, she had always been aware that she could fail.
And fail she had. She could repair the damage that the android had done, but to overcome the blocks that he had put in place would take time, and she had only seconds before the Cube was lost.
Still, she wasn't worried. The loss of a Cube meant very little. And while her body would be lost, her mind, spread throughout the entire Collective, would live on. And bodies could be replaced easily enough.
But Picard, she would remember him, and he would one day learn the price of his resistance.
And Data, too. She was intrigued by him. She sensed in him an intellect that could rival her own. He excited her, and she desired him.
But, it would have to wait…
A few minutes after leaving the bridge, Shelby called from the Cube. "Shelby to
," she said from the Cube. "It's true. They're all in their regeneration mode. They're dormant, sir."
"Any indication to how long we can keep them like this?" asked Riker.
"Checking," Shelby said.
Riker could hear Worf's voice over the line. "Tricorder readings are fluctuating rapidly."
Shelby's voice came again. "
, there are indications here that their entire power network is about to feed back on itself. I'd say we're looking at a self destruct sequence activated by the Borg's malfunction. Do you want us to attempt to disarm it?"
There was soft tone, and Beverly spoke over the comline. The channel had been routed to the cybernetics lab as well, and she had heard the away team's report. "There's no way to know what the destruction of the Borg ship will do to him," she said.
"We should also consider the advantages of further study of the Borg and their vessel, sir," came Data's voice.
Riker considered it for a moment, but he dismissed it. He was fully expecting the Cube to recover at any moment, and he wasn't going to do anything that would prevent their destruction. "I don't think so," he said. "Mister Data, separate yourself from Captain Picard. Away team, get yourselves home."
"Acknowledged," said Shelby. "Chief Brossmer, energize."
"Aye, Commander," came the chief's voice.
Riker turned back to look at the Cube on the viewscreen. Small detonations burst from its outer shell. "Mister Crusher, upon the away team's return, move us to a safe location."
"Aye," said Wesley.
And then the Cube's surface rippled, waves of motion washing across it, and then the hull
, letting forth a blazing fiery light.
Riker's eyes opened wide in horror. "Wesley,
!" he cried out, but the
was already turning and accelerating away.
And then the light burst free and the Cube was engulfed in a blinding radiance, the conflagration consuming it in a massive fireball. The inferno was quickly extinguished by the vacuum, leaving only wreckage and debris that slowly began to sink downwards to Earth, burning orange as they vaporised in the planet's atmosphere.
Picard shuddered in the restraining field of the frame, his legs almost buckling. Data reached out, supporting him. For a moment, the tremors seemed to overwhelm him, but then they passed, and Picard slumped against the side of the frame.
"Life signs are stable," said Beverly, the relief in her voice bringing her close to tears. "The DNA around the microcircuit fiber implants is returning to normal."
Picard raised his head and opened his eyes.
"How do you feel?" asked Deanna.
Picard spoke, but his voice was soft, hoarse with fatigue. "Almost Human." He looked down at the ragged and torn metal of the biomechanical arm. "With just a bit of a headache."
Beverly laughed. "We'll get you to sickbay," she said, grinning. "We won't have any trouble getting these implants out now."
The door opened, and Riker came in. Picard looked up at him and smiled, warmly and appreciatively, but tiredly. Riker stepped up to the raised platform where Picard stood.
"How much do you remember?"
Picard was silent for a moment, and his eyes drifted away. "Everything," he said. He looked back up at Riker. "Including some brilliantly unorthodox strategy from a former first officer of mine."
Riker opened the framework, and Picard stepped out of the apparatus. Riker reached out, supporting him. Picard looked up, meeting his eyes, and he let Riker lead him out towards sickbay.
For almost twelve hours, Beverly operated on Picard, removing as many of the Borg's cybernetic implants as she could. Some of them had been integrated too deeply into his body's systems, and she didn't dare touch them, but they all appeared to be inactive. She'd been able to clone a new arm for him, and once she reattached it, its nerves, muscles, blood vessels and bones began to knit with his own.
After the surgery had been completed, Beverly kept him in sickbay for another day, as he recovered under her caring ministrations. She finally let him return to his own quarters to rest.
But sleep would not come to Picard, and he lay for restless hours in his bed, trying to stay awake. He did not want to dream, for he knew what the dreams would bring with them.
He dressed and took a turbolift to the bridge, and he went into his ready room. He wore a uniform, his wounds were dressed and healing. But the wounds under the surface, the wounds in his mind, were still open and raw. He hadn't spoken of it to anyone, but his mind dwelt on what the Borg had done to him. The horrors they had forced him to live through. And her, constantly forced upon his thoughts.
Some length of time later, Riker entered. He spoke softly, and with care in his voice, but Picard, lost in his own thoughts, barely heard him.
"… and Earth Station McKinley has advised they're ready to begin refitting the
Picard looked up. He saw Riker holding out a padd. Picard took it, but didn't look at it. "Have they estimated the time for repairs?"
Riker nodded. "Five or six weeks," he said.
It was a relief to Picard. Let the crew rest and recover for those weeks. Let them grieve. There were few on board who had not suffered a loss, either among their crewmates, or at Wolf 359. He'd already noted that there were several requests for transfers. He understood, and he'd approve them. But not just now. It could wait.
The door chimed. Both Picard and Riker looked up. "Come," they said together. Riker smiled, but for Picard, the memory of voices speaking as one was still too close, and he felt the pain of it. The smile quickly faded from Riker's face.
Shelby entered. "Request permission to disembark," she said, looking between the two of them.
Riker stepped back, deferring to Picard. The
was his ship, as it should be.
"Permission granted," said Picard, rising to reach across the table and shake her hand.
"Thank you sir," Shelby said.
"Have you been given a new assignment already?" Riker asked her. There was a note of disappointment in his voice; despite their early confrontations, they'd learned to work well together, and despite only serving with her for a few short days, he'd developed a particular warmth for her.
"I have, sir," she said. "Starfleet's assembled a task force, to analyse everything new that we've learned about the Borg, and develop defences against them. They've asked me to lead it."
"They picked a fine officer, Commander," said Picard.
Shelby smiled warmly. "We'll have the fleet back up in less than a year," she said. "And probably with a few new ship designs as well." She turned to Riker. "I imagine you'll have your choice of any Starfleet command, sir."
Riker grinned widely. "Everyone's so concerned about my next job," he said, feigning an affront. "But with all due respect, Commander," he turned to Picard, "sir, my career plans are my own business, and no one else's." He turned back to Shelby and flashed her a confident smile. "But it's nice to know I'll have a few options."
Shelby grinned, then reached out and grasped his arms, taking a step towards him. "I hope I have the fortune of serving with you again," she said quietly, her voice full of admiration and a sincere smile on her features. She turned to Picard, standing straight. "Captain." She nodded to him.
Picard nodded back at her, and she turned and left.
Picard sighed and leaned back in his chair.
"Course to Station McKinley is ready and laid in, sir," said Riker.
"Make it so, Number One."
Riker turned and left. The door hissed closed behind him, and Picard was left alone.
Picard reached for the tea growing cold on his desk. His thoughts strayed. Thoughts of crying, screaming in his mind as they bent his body to their will,
will, as she forced him to destroy. She would haunt him, he knew this. His body ached for sleep, but he knew the memory of her would come to him, and so he resisted his fatigue.
He leaned back in his chair and raised the cup. Sleep would come, along with its host of nightmares, but for now, he would enjoy the freedom of his own life.
As the cup touched his lips, he heard a soft noise in his mind, chattering voices whispering in the shadows.
The cup slipped from Picard's fingers and broke on the floor.
He could still hear them, and then her voice spoke in his thoughts.
I'll always be there with you, in your mind…
Picard felt a deathly chill seize him.
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Lawmakers must behave
I recently engaged in the legislative process at the Vermont Statehouse following a bill during last session that was ultimately passed into law.
The experience was frustrating at times, but also empowering and enlightening. Based on that experience, I wanted to share a few points that might encourage a change in the way many legislators interact with the citizens they represent.
The most important request I would make of our representatives and senators is that when listening to testimony, or voting on a bill, please pay attention. It is hard to overstate how frustrating it is to watch a hearing involving an important and difficult policy issue when the legislators who make decisions about the issue are doing one or more of the following things (all of which I and others have witnessed on more than one occasion): passing notes, making jokes or small talk with the legislator next to them, filling out time cards, texting, surfing the Web and sending emails.
Am I old-fashioned, or is it hard to pay attention to the necessary issues that determine our laws while engaging in these other activities? As a parent, I would be embarrassed if my child behaved that way in her elementary school class. We should be able to expect better behavior from our legislators.
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John Ayala led the Rider junior varsity Black team to a 29-0 victory over Brewer Thursday at Garnett Stadium.
It was the second district shutout in a row for Rider (3-2, 2-0).
Ayala ran the ball in for an 16-yard touchdown to start the game for the Raiders and then tossed a two-point pass Cody Taylor to make it 8-0.
Then Taylor and Ayala hooked up for six — on a 49-yard pass — and another two-point conversion was scored by Johnny Diaz.
Later, Diaz threw a 51-yard TD pass to Ayala. Josh Hatch accounted for the other score with a 6-yard run, while Landon Ross kicked a PAT.
Offensive standouts for the Raiders were Travis Zimple, Ayala and Diaz. Defensive standouts were Landon Ross, Will Coleman and Keaton Munholland.
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Rowdies fall to Azle in 4th, 29-26
Mikal Penn and the Wichita Falls High School JV were on track to take a win over Azle before a blocked punt that lead to a touchdown in the fourth quarter allowed the Hornets to steal the victory from the Rowdies, 29-26, at Memorial Stadium.
Penn made his presence felt in the first half with a 60-yard run in the first quarter and a 75-yard punt return that gave the Rowdies a 12-7 lead.
L.J. Dabbs took over the Rowdies offense through the air with a 63-yard touchdown pass to Armani Donaldson and a 38-yard touchdown pass to Penn in the third quarter. Azle, however, got back in the game with a 15-point quarter to set up their eventual victory in the fourth.
Offensive standouts for the Rowdies were Penn, Dabbs and Donaldson. Defensive standouts were Dylan Pine and Jacob Blackwell.
Azle 0 7 15 7 — 29
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FORT WORTH — The Rider Black freshman team blasted Brewer's freshman 41-14 Thursday.
Dashawn Stevenson led the offensive charge, returning two punts for touchdowns, and catching a 25-yard pass from TJ Vasher.
CJ Denman, Darrin Fleeks and Deon'Tray Jordan all put points on the board for the Raiders on the ground.
Offensive standouts for the Raiders were Jesse Turnbo, Andrew Aquallo and Tyler Scallion. Parker Sorge, Hunter Kyle and Landon and Lance Raub led the Raiders' defensive stand. Luke Bateman recovered an onside kick.
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Brewer 0 7 0 7 — 14
Pups passing duo dynamic in defeat
AZLE — Two fourth-quarter touchdowns allowed Azle's freshman team to slip past the Wichita Falls High School Pups Thursday, 35-26.
The duo of receiver Darion Miner and quarterback Johnathan Campbell led the Pups through the air, connecting four times for touchdowns of 35, 20, 26 and 50 yards.
Other offensive standouts for the Pups were Connor Hudson, Garrett Gill and Oshua Jackson. Defensive standouts were Deshaun Holmes, with two interceptions plus John Wilson and Keshaun Hickerson.
Azle 7 14 0 14 — 35
Rider frosh Gold holds off Brewer
WHITE SETTLEMENT — Josiaha Beshear scored on a 14-yard pass from Gray Williamson in the fourth quarter to allow the Rider Gold freshman team to seal the victory over Brewer's freshman Thursday, 14-8.
The Raiders got on the board earlier with a 46-yard run from Casey Green.
Offensive standouts for the Raiders were Beshear, Green and Williamson. Defensive standouts were Dominick Cantana, Gage Dean and Nick Kulbeth.
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KRUM — David Barron ran in four touchdowns, including an 80-yard run and a 62-yard run, but it wasn't him that started the fireworks for the Burkburnett freshmen.
That was Brandon Ingram, who got the ball rolling, with a 65-yard kickoff return off the opening kickoff in a 49-18 blowout victory over Krum.
Brennan Mullins and Rizonn Hendricks also connected twice through the air for the Bulldogs for two touchdowns of 45 and 8 yards.
Offensive standouts for the Bulldogs were Blaze Williams, Jacob Boswell and Keaton Spradlin. Defensive standouts were Kolten French, Tristain Niles, Alex Wright and Danny Wood.
Burkburnett 21 21 7 0 — 49
Krum 0 6 0 12 — 18
Hirschi JV rallies past Ranchview
CARROLLTON — The Hirschi Husky junior varsity saw opportunity on Thursday and didn't think twice about taking advantage.
That attitude helped them rally with 14 fourth-quarter points to beat Carrollton Ranchview, 22-14, on a 1-yard touchdown run by Douglas Johnson with one minute left.
That touchdown was set up by Victor Jones' fumble recovery on a kickoff.
The previous fourth-quarter score — a 25-yard pass from Johnson to Keyshawn Jackson — was set up by Matthew Glenn's interception.
Johnson also scored in the first half on a 1-yard run. He and Allen Hickman hooked up for a pair of two-point conversions.
The offensive line was noted by coaches for outstanding play. Defensive standouts were Marquise Dennis, Eli Rodriguez and Jackson with fumble recoveries. On special teams Desmond Easter blocked a punt.
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