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Year Opened: 1988
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Official Review by Jim Dietrich, Stadium Journey Regional Correspondent
It's 1958, and you're a New Yorker. The New York Giants and Brooklyn Dodgers just left town for sunny California, leaving just the Yankees as the lone standard barer for the largest city in the United States in the Major Leagues. You are forced to root for a team which you always rooted against for the next few years until the National League relented and expanded a new team to the area in 1962, taking the name of an American Association team from the 1800s.
The newly-formed Metropolitans needed a place to play spring training, and starting in their first year of being a National League team, they took over the Yankees' spot in St. Petersburg at Al Lang Stadium, which they shared with the St. Louis Cardinals. There they stayed in the venerable ballpark by the Bay, even through a rebuilding of Al Lang in 1977, given the New York fan base that was built up with the Yankees decades before.
In 1987, however, the Mets were � after their second World Series title � looking for their own home and found one in Port St. Lucie on the east coast. Along with it came a brand new Florida State League team they could call their own, the St. Lucie Mets. Since their formation in 1987, the mini Mets have won their division five times, and each time have won the FSL league title, making them tied for the most league titles in that time period with the other New York farm team in Florida, the Tampa Yankees.
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The sheer volume of variety alone would have given this category a perfect score. From the staples (of which, the hot dogs are none other than Nathan's) to name brands like Nestle (chocolate and strawberry milk) to Starbucks - and even another Nathan's creation, the "hot dog nuggets" - and specialties like a "Taco in a Helmet" (which is exactly what it sounds like: taco meat, the fixings, salsa, and cheese in a bowl-sized Mets helmet) and a shrimp and fries basket.
They even offer healthy options like deli wraps, Caesar salads, and fruit salads.
But what really sets this over-the-top is, other than cheesesteaks and the shrimp basket, every single item of food and drink in the park - yes, even draught beer - is $5 or less (those two exceptions are $6). Talk about leaving full, satisfied, and happy!
The stadium was built in 1987, but for the most part still looks as good as the day it opened. The fa�ade has a fresh and modern look with the all-glass press and suite elevator, and the landscaping around the park is simply breathtaking. Plus, the design of the park allows for a breeze almost nonstop, something that was welcome with the temperature being about 94˚.
The only thing I wasn't thrilled with was the over-utilizing of sound effects and cheesy noises on the otherwise great sound system to try and animate the crowd. It felt like after almost every pitch was followed by some kitschy noise, be it the "Our Princess Is In Another Castle" theme at the end of the inning (which I love!) or a random "FOOOOUL!" every time one happens (which I didn't). Engaging to the kids, sure, but the adults like me probably could do without.
Nothing special nor fancy, the stadium grounds are surrounded by commercial to its south, industrial to its west and north, and residential to the east. Not really walkable, but a short two-minute drive gets you back onto St. Lucie West Blvd, which houses most of the traditional Florida strip malls and chain restaurants that, despite their typicalness, are good places to go pre- and post-game.
There was a decent-sized crowd when I went, being a Saturday night "Subtropical Subway Series" and all; I'd estimate a couple thousand were there in the sultry evening. By the sound of things, however, I believe more were there for the Yanks than the Mets. Seeing as the Yankees moved spring training from not-too-distant Fort Lauderdale in 1995, and a lot of people from New York move to the east coast of Florida anyway, it's not too unexpected. However, since the Mets are the home team, and the T-Yanks play four long hours away via State Road 60, you would think, even unlike Citi Field, they would have a true homefield-advantage. I guess, no matter what level of baseball and no matter where you go, the Yankees faithful will follow.
In close proximity to Interstate 95 and Florida's Turnpike (via I-95), getting into and out of the park is a piece of cake. Plus, they have something I believe should be a requirement at every and all minor-league ballparks in Florida and any other areas that have Major League competitors: free parking, and lots of it, too.
Okay, so why not a perfect score? Simple: the concourse is way too narrow, especially around home plate; only one point to enter/exit the park, and the beautiful berm was closed-off on the night I was there, a night you would figure would be perfect for chilling in the grass. Also, the bathrooms are clean and functional, though not really large enough.
Tickets are cheap, with $6 general admission available everywhere except for the front three rows behind home plate, which are $8. And though the MLB Mets are nothing you wanna run home and tell your family about as of late, the Mini Mets are always exciting to watch.
The biggest extra that's here is the Tiki Bar, which is a full-service liquor bar along the 3rd-base line, complete with tiered, patio seating that can be reserved for large groups. Something else for groups are the 1st- and 3rd-Base Party Decks (both in the main grandstand structure) and three suites.
There's also my personal favorite, a right-field berm that extends out to right-center, though it wasn't open when I was there. I'm not sure if it's always closed for minor league games, but if it is, it's a pity. I'd pay double to go out there if it means I can lay in the grass all day.
Finally, something cool is the "Taco Bell K-Man of the Game", where the team picks an opponent's player at-random and if he is struck out during the game, everyone gets a free taco. If that doesn't make you pay attention to the scorecard, I don't know what will.
When the New York Mets decided to leave the west coast of Florida for the east, they brought with them a tradition they worked hard to build in a short 26 years. Though originally named for the man who convinced them to move to Port St. Lucie from St. Pete, Thomas J. White, the Mets honored that winning spirit (before and after a brief stint of corporate sponsorship as Digital Domain park) with a renaming of the stadium to - simply - Tradition Field.
The current New York Mets may be a team in-flux right now, but you'd never tell that on the minor-league level. A nice ballpark in a good neighborhood with a sizable fan base is something that shows there is a lot of longevity in the St. Lucie Mets. It may not be the flashiest stadium, and it's far from the newest, but it definitely is - like the Amazin's of yore - gritty, honest, and a fun all-around time.
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Member Review by sportsroadtrips on Jun 27, 2012
Check out the piece from the World Trade Center in front. Few people notice this as it appears to be a sculpture of some sort but it is certainly a return to reality when you realize what it represents.
Fried Oreos available inside. Fans stayed until the 12 inning game was complete. Good fun!
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Is there a thread where we can talk about other ncaa games?
because Gary Harris has looked like trash so far for the spartans
Counting down the days untill DJ Augustin's contract expires.
I just made one.
Crean is definitely testing out a lot of different lineups here in the early going. At one point Hollowell was playing the 5.
Yogi is a little bolt. He is so, so quick.
Yogi's going to be a special player.
We look sloppy as hell. We got 11 days to get the kinks worked out.
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Another lineup featuring Hollowell at the 5. Very interesting. He looks a little overwhelmed out there.
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Might score 50 in a half, and thats with playing sloppy a good chunk of the time. Incredible.
Yeah, it's the first game and you can tell Crean is doing an awful lot of experimenting with his lineups. The spread is 33.5, and we are almost halfway there as the lead currently stands.
I don't really like this current lineup. I'd rather limit the Yogi/Hulls combination on the floor in the early going and always have one of them on the court. Remy can handle the ball fine, but I'd like to have one of the two ball handlers on the court at any given time.
Having a little trouble getting back in transition. The missed jumpers aren't helping.
Cody is missing a lot of freebies. Very unlike him.
What is with Cody's FTs tonight? Yikes.
Let him get his bad FT games out now.
Decent first half. We have a crapton of weapons on this team.
This team is going to be a blast to watch. I can't say enough about my mancrush on Yogi.
Yeah I do too. The depth is unreal. A ton of really intelligent basketball players. I think Remy will be very solid this year.
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Let's put Clark on Williams after it went so well in the 1st half.
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Let's put Clark on Williams after it went so well in the 1st half.
I'd rather die standing up than live on my knees.
-Emiliano Zapata
The first time I thought it was a screw up by Linkenbach, but apparently Caldwell thinks it's a good idea to have Clark try and block Mario Williams solo
Why he's about the worst combo with our current line as you could have.
I'd rather die standing up than live on my knees.
-Emiliano Zapata
I understand you have to give rest to the D-line, but Moala and Brayton are so abjectly bad, I wouldn't even run them out there.
EDIT: Was it me or did Nevis really not get that many snaps?
I'd rather die standing up than live on my knees.
-Emiliano Zapata
Hey, held em scoreless in the 2nd half
Also enjoyed seeing Jerry Hughes as a non-injury scratch today. Glad he still can't make the active roster on game day.
I'd rather die standing up than live on my knees.
-Emiliano Zapata
Okay, well I took my potshots during the opening day debacle. So I'll kick off the post-game portion of the thread with an attempt at a balanced assessment.
-Effort in 2nd half (but deer in the headlights in the 1st)
-Created some turnovers (but D-line talent vacuum will plague us all year)
-Should have put up at least 17 in 2nd half
-O-line run blocking was decent (Pass protection swiss cheese, though)
-Collins can throw the ball (but only if he gets a solid pocket for 5 mins. plus he's got fumble-itis)
-We have Cleveland at home next (not that it's an automatic W)
-We still have Reggie, Dallas, Joe, and Pierre (who wasn't half bad)
-Carter not bad for his rookie debut
Current take offense: The offense has potential to improve if the O-line progresses. The challenge is Collins has zero escapability, but if we can provide a hermetically sealed pocket and time, he'll complete throws.
Current take defense: Despite a more spirited effort after the half, I actually view this unit (along with coverage teams perhaps) as the bigger obstacle to overcome. The long-running lack of legitimate starter-quality DTs will hinder our defense all year long. And, even more so without Manning, we cannot win games without a reliable defense. You can't control the run, you can't get people off the field. To add insult to injury, our top-shelf DEs had one total tackle. They don't help the run D situation.
I'd say 5-6 wins barring unexpected leaps in development in key areas.
I'd rather die standing up than live on my knees.
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I think 5-6 wins is awfully generous. 4-12 is as optimistic as I can be right now. There are definitely no "gimme" type games on the schedule for the Colts team I saw today. That means they will have to play out of their minds to beat the good teams and play at a much higher level than they did today to beat the bad and mediocre teams. You just don't realize how many lumps Peyton glosses over until you see it in living color. This is all assuming that Peyton misses the entire season. If we go with the VERY optimistic recovery timetable and say that Peyton misses only two months, I think there's a realistic possibility that the Colts are 2-6 at that point, maybe even winless, and already completely out of any chance of a playoff appearance. Under those circumstances I wouldn't see why on earth you'd risk Peyton coming back if he was even able to. We're in for a long season...
Four or less would be fine by me as far as draft placement is concerned.
I'd rather die standing up than live on my knees.
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If the team continues the current rate of play for the season a winless campaign is definitely in their grasp ( ). So, they could use the draft to really address a current team weakness for Peyton's stretch run... or address a true 'heir apparent' and backup for Peyton for the near future.
BUT the problem there is, if you pick a QB then he does nothing towards improving the current on the field team. At least as far as for Peyton's stretch run. And that assumes Peyton can comeback from this injury and still perform at a high level. Or at least a high enough level to still keep a contending team (albeit one with an improved O line and D) in the SB conversation for a few more years.
So do you draft for the here and now and assume Peyton Manning continues on as the starter or do you draft under the impression Peyton's time is more limited than originally assumed if not potentially already over (or ready to end at a moment's notice)?
Nuntius was right for a while. I was wrong for a while. But ultimately I was right and Frank Vogel has been let go.
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Put a fork in them: they're DONE.
For a lot of years, Manning has been CARRYING a lot of CHUMPS. He's covered for a whole bunch of incompetents.
The defense can't stop anyone; the offense lacks a playmaker, other than Manning; and the special teams SUCK. Just so many times you can turn on the game and watch ANY RUNNING BACK run through the Colt's defense.
Until/unless Manning comes back, get ready for the Mike Davis era for the Colts.
What exactly has (Mike Davis) Caldwell done with the defense that's so special?
I was living in IN at the time and jumped on when they drafted Manning. It's been a great, though sometimes very frustrating, ride. Time to get off.
I actually liked my Vikes this season, but they're going to be the odd ones out.
They battled hard with the Chargers today. Just couldn't hang on.
I don't think it's totally because the Colts are that bad, the Texans are just that good.
It was a combination of both today.
If the Colts went up against say the Jaguars, this would've been a different story.
They didn't this time and it seemed like that's how they played regardless of saying they can win without him.
MJD probably would've single-handedly taken apart the Colts, but not as badly as the Texans as a team.
As we should know by now, this defense is bi-polar and has been for years.
I think Peyton is lucky to be hurt this year, this team is flat out horrible.
A few of my thoughts:
1. The offense will get better with experience (Mostly the O-Line, but I think the offense will get there).
2. Our defense is still miserable (Who saw that coming?). Maybe the worst in the NFL. Just pathetic.
3. Our entire coaching staff needs to be fired. Just miserable preparation for that game.
4. Back to the defense. You can take ANY running back in the NFL and they'll look like a star against this defense. It's literally that bad. Doesn't matter who it is, they'll absolutely abuse us. We have good defensive players, but need a new Defensive Coordinator desperately and a new scheme. This same old crappy defense has to stop. How many years do we have to watch it fail miserably before management will realize it's the worst in the NFL and we need to change?
Stop quoting people I have on ignore!
Peyton is just that good. Even if he can't play as well physically when he comes back, his biggest asset as a QB will be unchanged. It's his football mind.
A lot has changed since then though.....
Hmmm...Lets see...
Same old Defense. Check
Special Teams stink like rotten fish. Check
O Line looks like they've never pass blocked. Check
Collins looks like a QB they pulled out of retirement and knows about 60% of the offense. Check
Ain't lookin' good folks.
The run game looked fair and the second half was much better, I'll give them that. I've never been much for bashing Caldwell, but that was a real stinker in the first half.
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The whole game all I thought was is this Texans team that good or are we just that bad. It was like a train wreck on TV, horrified to watch but you can't look away.
Just think how bad it would have been if the Texans had Foster.
Hopefully this is a wake up call to management to actually make some changes. Coaching staff just isn't that good, it seems nothing has been done to defense or special teams in years. Offense will be fine, but a sure fire playmaker would really be nice.
If we do have a high pick after the season. I would love to see a major focus on defense like a big DT that can clog holes. A playmaking wideout would be nice too.
You can't get upset for Manning not being there, but our defensive scheme requires a DT that is big and can clog the whole and yet we never seem to have one. Also, just a lot of bad drafting has come back to bite us in the ***. If Manning was playing, he'd probably be able to cover those mistakes up, but since he isn't, it's just so glaring now. However, this years draft was pretty damn good so I have hope that we are moving in the right direction.
I think with another strong draft next year, we'll really set Manning up strongly for his final years and that's all you can really ask for. Taking some pressure off Manning as he winds down his career (sort of like with Elway) is just the right strategy.
First time in a long time, I've been happy with the team that was constructed, and now they struggle. I blame the coach.
like others have said, this defense was seriously awful. they were thoroughly abused on the ground and in the air. this team has no more than 2-4 wins tops. seemed like every other running play the texans ran on the colts, they pushed the D back a good 3-4 yards and the runners would get about 7-12 yards almost every time.
like in years past, the opponent ate up clock and dominated time of possession. this fact has been true for a long time. they can't get off the field because they can't put any significant pressure on anyone let alone shut down any team's rushing attack.
schaub had many plays where he simply backed up a few yards and threw it to an open receiver. he faced very little pressure today.
this defense is going to get abused many, many times this season. i wonder how many runners will set career highs on the colts this season? there will be several no doubt.


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I Am a Dj
Personal Stories, Advice, and Support 164 People
I am, I'm not as greatas some dj's but I'm better than some other dj's .............:) Right now I have a headache thing......:/ "Darren Styles & Manian - Outta My Head"
Denzebarrrn 18-21, M 2 Responses 3 May 27, 2015
Help AppreciatedI have a friend who is a DJ, he has just had his CD player stolen. He is thinking that instead of getting a new one he is after something that will plug into the USB port in his mixer, but he wants to be able to see what is on it to? Any one got any ideas, I am a bit stumped...
WynterV 26-30, F 1 Dec 27, 2012
Podcasthi, if you like progressive / tech house then checkout my podcast @ jonbobmusic.podomatic.com - subscribe and download for free !!
JonbobMusic 36-40, M 0 Aug 31, 2012
I'm a mobile DJ look me up on google type inDJAkaSpinner
AkaDJ 26-30, M 1 Response 1 Jul 17, 2015
I was a club DJ back around 2000.Gave it up when peoples tastes in music went away from what I liked to play.....just bought a set of tables and started getting back into the scene though....so who knows.
swflbeachguy 41-45, M 0 Jul 9, 2015
Small Time DjSo I do mixes for my friends house parties, our own listening pleasure and for CDs in my truck. I am really wanted to be a nightclub DJ
EthanMich2007 22-25, T 2 Responses 0 Jul 20, 2009
I Love People Dancing In My Music.i just played my own music a while ago in the club,people are dancing,i love people dancing with my music.and i love ELECTRO MUSIC..tnx to all the dj who bring that kind of music!!god bless us dj's and god bless all the people who love my music..
dotrustme 31-35, M 0 Dec 4, 2010
I wonder, maybe creating a tumblr dedicated tomy Dj persona will enhance my fan base.
Daivancey 18-21, M 1 Response 5 Feb 26, 2015
Im a learner dj playing on the tablesand now my first pub dj is going well gotta get my self known more
sissyslave18 22-25, M 1 Feb 9, 2014
Yes i am i loves hearing music roarand mixing up tracks... And seeing everyone enjoying there self
masterjames18 22-25, M 1 Response 2 Aug 6, 2014
YUp Yup!!I've always loved music, and felt like I should be creating it. So one day last month I figured "shoot, might as well". So I downloaded some programs off Limewire and since then I've created a full length cd. :) Look for it late May I'll keep you all posted!
aBlackRoseBurial 26-30, M 2 Responses 0 Apr 29, 2008
I wake up to DJing, I DJafter I eat, sometimes I DJ before I sleep. I started on vinyl records and I still collect classic 12 inch records. I'm truly addicted, and passionate about it. Regardless if I get paid, famous etc. This is what I love. I strive to be a versatile and well balanced considered DJ...
Brianthoe 22-25, M 1 Response 2 Aug 18, 2015
Check Me OutType in on YouTube, DJMADTAIL I just uploaded a mix
michaelnutty25 18-21, M 0 Nov 15, 2013
Ive Done It.I am a bedroom DJ and have been doing it off an on for a while. I have spinned at a club before, and also on the radio. But I love to do chillout music, and house. I do aim to get better once I get some new equipment. I would love to spin at clubs, but I will really like to learn...
proximacentauri 22-25, M 0 Sep 4, 2010
Im malaysian and i love music (Currently livingin KL)... I would love to learn how to dj and ultimately produce music... but for now i would like first to learn how to dj... i cant go to academies for djing cause they are quite pricy and honestly i dont have the money :P.... I was hopping i could learn from someone who knows...
dukedc 26-30, M 1 Response 0 Feb 19, 2014
I Was In Collegereally I just needed to fill another credit hour. It was fun- I was on the student-run radio station. We broadcast out of the student Union. They gave us a list of music to play and sometimes I threw in a choice or two of my own. That's where I learned to like Hesher, Scapegoat...
astounded1088 31-35, M 2 Nov 20, 2011
Interactive Music Is FunI like electronic music, you know, the international underground kind. Techno, minimal, electro, psychedelic trance, drum n bass. I started off on a cheap pair of off brand turntables, upgraded to Technics, and now I use CDJs. Haven't bothered with the Traktor...
LateNightBlues 31-35, M 1 Response 0 May 5, 2010
School Dj In OhioIm a DJ at a small school in ohio, we are trying to move online.
Last week I went to my cousins wedding inVirginia and I was the dj for the night. So around 8 pm guess who walks in and wants to dj with me? Louie devito!! If you guys don't know who Louie devito is he's the guy who made the NYC underground albums. I had a blast djing with him he's a nice guy. The party ended around 2...
stanleyboy443 18-21, M 1 Oct 31, 2014
Been Messing Around With Videoand... just wanting a little feedbackhttp://vimeo.com/29211647
mrmizzle 22-25, M 0 Dec 11, 2011
Good GroovesI used to be into metal, then i moved strangely into hard house and psy trance. But now i just like house and chill out music. My equipment is basic but that is the way i prefer it.
Daveokay 22-25, M 0 Jan 3, 2011
Heres one of my venues please likeand comment go onto youtube and type in time warp dance off 2014 and its the first 2 videos but theres more on my page feel free to like and comment
callumjames18 18-21, M 0 Aug 9, 2014
Kzum's "dr. Rock & The Medicine Show"I am a volunteer DJ for community radio KZUM in Lincoln, Nebraska. Although I live in Omaha, Nebraska, 60 miles away from the station, I have driven to the station once a week for more than eight years to do my show that airs in the middle of the night. I have refused job...
MedicineShow 51-55, M 2 Oct 31, 2011
magazinesex 31-35, M 1 Response 0 Sep 25, 2015
https://soundcloud.com/jack-vachon-1/edm-dj-set-live-recording Please support.
Connorhelquist 18-21, M 3 Responses 2 Jul 15, 2015
I won the dj battle in 2011and I quit playing after that . I move on to make better career in other field
Johnnystha 31-35, M 1 Response 2 Dec 23, 2013
I started DJing in publicbecause I wanted to fight my social anxiety. Sharing the music I love with a crowd helps me interact with new people in a positive way. I mainly DJ house but I love all types of electronic music.
TheFyrewolf 26-30, F 1 Response 3 Sep 18, 2015
Scarrbelly On SoundcloudLooking for djs to make my name big you can here my songs on.sound cloud scarrbelly search tracks...im from pa trying to reach out to the real djs that are doing there thing let.me know if you can help thanks
Binkyceo 31-35, M 1 Response 0 Oct 5, 2011
i love to dj at partybut some times i have prombles
djsoopdog 13-15, M 1 Response 0 Sep 1, 2015
What is your take on what makes someone a goodDJ? And what would be standard equipment to have if you are interested in producing music on a MacBook?
ladysapio 26-30, F 1 Response 3 Sep 4, 2015
I left djing for a good futureand it's been 2 years I didn't play in any events or club and I really start to djing again but I have to quit everything to start . I know I can't give up on everything but it will be dream for me always to do one thing I like
Johnnystha 31-35, M 0 Jun 7, 2014
Is It OK To Share A Link To Your Music?I'm a DJ, and I make post of my mixes... Is it OK to share links to the mixes on here? Thanks in advance! Jeff
baubaloo 36-40, M 1 Response 0 May 14, 2013
I wish I could invite everyone here on EP tocome over to where I'm deejaying and just let go of reality and get lost in music.. I hope everyone has a safe and great 4th of July. :) Have a great weekend all!
musicvideographer 31-35, M 1 Response 1 Jul 3, 2015
My Free List.Here is my sample list just go to this link and have fun. n_n https://soundcloud.com/strivexwolf/
I am dj with no gigs no friendsand no parties and no money somebody help
I Hate Djing WeddingsPeople are so annoying, always requesting the crappiest songs and you have to play music you don't really like
missylectro 26-30, F 1 Response 1 Jun 15, 2013


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Cleveland artist Cathie Bleck has received international recognition for her singular works in scratchboard and kaolin clay board. Her stylized, organic forms—rooted in themes of evolution, transformation, and fragility—are carved and scraped through multiple layers of inks and handmade pigments, revealing the white of the kaolin clay beneath.
Heights Arts spotlight exhibition reveals the captivating progression of Cathie's technique in various media. Opening reception: Friday, March 18, 6-9pm.


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The Best Way to Eat For Your Age
"A lot of my female friends are very focused on staying fit, and that's great. But new research shows that running even 20 to 25 miles a week, which a lot of women log, can actually age your heart. Repeated excessive effort can overstretch the heart muscle, causing micro-size tears--damage that is often seen in marathon runners. The scary truth is that it can reverse the benefits of cardio exercise, putting you in the same fitness boat as couch potatoes who never work out! I have a friend who is a triathlete--she swims, runs, and bikes every day--and I told her, 'If you want to see the Olympics in 2052, start cutting back your workouts now.' It's fine to run, but don't clock more than four running days per week or more than about four miles per run. The other three days? Take a walk!" --James O'Keefe, M.D., preventive cardiologist at Saint Luke's Mid America Heart Institute in Kansas City, MO
"If a friend of mine who is over 40 mentions to me that she's on the Pill, I'm not shy about advising her to get off it right away. As you get older, you really have to pay attention to how estrogen can potentially cause damage to your heart. Most women don't think about this when choosing contraception, but birth control pills can lead to blood clots that could cause a heart attack or stroke in women in their mid-30s to late 40s. The good news? Once you go off the Pill, your hormones regulate quickly and your heart-attack or stroke risk will go away in about six weeks." --Karla Kurrelmeyer, M.D., cardiologist with the Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center in Houston
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Did You Know?
Unlike most cats, Lions are excellent swimmers.
Christmas is coming and the animals at Potter Park Zoo are as excited as you are! They have been on their best behavior and can't wait to see what Santa is going to bring them this year. The Amur tigers are hoping for some good smelling perfume. Rocky, the raven loves to do puzzles, a fun shaped Kong should do the trick. On the top of the Artic fox's list is yummy pumpkin puree! Doppsee, the Black rhino, is hoping for a giant new ball and the penguins need a new disco ball for their next party. If you think the animals at Potter Park Zoo have been extremely nice this year then help make their holiday wishes come true!
The Potter Park Zoo Keepers created a Wish Tree where all the ornament s on the tree can be used for the enrichment program. The tree is located in the gift shop, which is open during Wonderland of Lights (Mon-Thurs 5-8pm). The items on the ornaments range from gently used to over a hundred dollars and everything in between. You can bring the item you choose back to the zoo during zoo hours, every day from 10 to 4. Every contribution is greatly appreciated!
If you can't make it to the zoo, you can still make a contribution. Check out the Animal's Wish List on here!
Choose an item off the list and Amazon will ship the chosen item directly to the zoo. A monetary donation is always appreciated. Just make sure to include that it is for animal enrichment when making a donation.
When you visit the zoo next year you will be able to enjoy the animals interacting with their Christmas gifts.
Click here for a downloadable flyer for the list, as well!
From the Animals and Staff at Potter Park Zoo,
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Topic: Pauline attending World Congress for GI cancers in Barcelona
Sometimes, I have to pinch myself. The outpouring of support for The Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation has reached a new high. Our dear Pauline from the UK will be joining me in Barcelona for the 11th World Congress on Gastrointestinal Cancer 24


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Pierre and Melanie Suranto met in San Antonio, Texas and started their family about a decade ago. Having owned numerous Lowriders, it was a must for Pierre to build a '59 Impala, since this was the exact model and year that started it all for him back in 1994. Unfortunately, Pierre never got to finish that car and ended up having to sell it. While it was tough to see the car go, parting with it was the right thing to do at the time. Originally from Germany, Pierre remained undaunted, and still had the passion to build up another ride. In time, he followed through on his desires and built a few different makes and models but the look and class of the '59 would remain in his mind for many years to come. Finally, Pierre's dreams of owning another '59 Impala became a reality when the opportunity to purchase another one came up a few years ago. This '59 hardtop originally came out of New Mexico and was delivered straight to Pierre's front door!
Pierre always appreciated originality when it came to what's under the hood, so other than a fresh pair of valve covers that he got from his wife, Melanie, for Christmas one year, the 348 and Powerglide combo remains in close-to-stock condition. The engine was revamped, painted, and freshened inside the Suranto garage, while the couple's longtime friend, Frank Chappa, assisted.
Pierre wanted this classic machine to represent many of the period-correct must have accessories, such as the highly sought after rear bumper continental kit, which was finally added thanks to Pierre's father, Abdul. The car was taken to Slo of Hypnotized Car Club in Houston, Texas who installed the paint dividers, continental kit, and gave the '59 the fresh two-toned look that Pierre was after.
As with most traditional Lowriders, the need to lower the ride is a must! Typically, hydraulics or airbags are the chosen methods of making this happen. For Pierre's '59, he wanted something different. The setup he ultimately chose was like no other setup he had seen before, and he knew the appearance of it would knock the socks off of onlookers! It took many months to gather the components, but in the end, two original 1960's aircraft oxygen tanks − accompanied by original signed inspection tags − were installed, along with some old school compressors and more. It took several weeks to complete, but the design has been a showstopper and back-to-back "Best Setup" award winner across numerous cities in Texas and Colorado! Cruiser skirts were also a must-have addition for Pierre's ride, so after hunting those down they were immediately taken to Mister Steve Cervantez to get a dose of his amazing airbrush skills! Pierre is all about his family so that's exactly what you'll find on his ride, as he enlisted Steve to create a family portrait featuring the Suranto Family at their best, along with the family name. In keeping with the old school feel, Pierre elected to roll on OG 13×7 Tru-Ray bolt-on wheels featuring the original '59 spinner accessory. Spotlight and side mirror combos were added and a couple of titanium blocks underneath the ride's frame will light up the night when the family is out cruising on the town.
The Suranto Family has settled into the Denver, Colorado area quite well now and so has their '59 Impala, known as "Jazzy." The ride has already been awarded the big awards like Best of Show, Best Lowrider, and 1st in Class for her first show season in Denver! Pierre says Denver has welcomed his family with open arms, but they will always miss their friends out in Texas. Pierre and Melanie thank CityWide, GoodTimes, 5150, Rollerz Only, Ladies Choice, Denver, Memories, Choice and all of the other clubs that have been so welcoming in their transition. They also give thanks to their fellow UnifieD Car Club members, both in Texas and Colorado, for their support. Pierre personally gives thanks to Melanie who truly completes him; supporting his crazy Lowriding hobby and lifestyle!
Owner: Pierre & Melanie Suranto
Vehicle: 1959 Impala
City/State: Parker, Colorado
Club: Unified Car Club
Engine: The original 1959 348-c.i.d.V8 engine, with numbers matching, was built up to top specs by Frank Chappa of San Antonio, Texas.
Body/Paint: Frank Chappa of San Antonio and "Slo" from Houston, Texas had their input when it came to the prep work and paint for this '59. A PPG Aspen green and white color scheme was chosen for the final finish. Rody's in Denver, Colorado added his elegant pinstripes and Steve Cervantes of San Antonio added airbrushed murals to the skirts.
Interior: The upholstery was redone in the original fashion by Jerry Vincent over at Jerry's in San Antonio. Even the baby seat received the same upholstery makeover.
Sound System: Pierre did his own entertainment overhaul, installing a USA-630 head unit, amplifier and a Pioneer surround sound consisting of five 6×9-inch speakers.
Setup: A one-of-a-kind suspension is featured here consisting of Vietnam-era O2 tanks, vintage compressors, and hardlines installed by Gibby of USA Motorsports in San Antonio.
Tires: 13-inch Tru-Ray spoke rims with '59 spinners
Wheels: 155/80/13 whitewall


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bergenPAC Adds Jewel and Matisyahu to Lineup
Bergen Performing Arts Center announces two new concerts this week that will be the artists first performances at bergenPAC-Don't miss An Evening of Matisyahu on Wednesday February 12, 2013 and Jewel Thursday March 7th both these shows make the best holiday gifts, be sure to be one of the first to buy your tickets on Friday, December 21 at 11:00AM at Ticketmaster.com. For more information or to order tickets log on to bergenpac.org or call the box office at 201 227 1030.
Acclaimed American singer-songwriter-poet, Jewel has enjoyed career longevity rare among her generation of artists. Since achieving international stardom 18 years ago, the Alaskan beauty has emerged as a charismatic live performer and a respected songwriter with 10 studio albums to her credit. She's earned four Grammy nominations along the way, the most recent for her 2010 country ballad, "Satisfied."
Jewel will be releasing her Greatest Hits album on February 5, 2013! The album will feature many of her hits throughout the past 18 years, along with a new track and duets with Kelly Clarkson and Pistol Annies.
Acclaimed American singer-songwriter-poet, Jewel has enjoyed career longevity rare among her generation of artists. Since achieving international stardom 18 years ago, the Alaskan beauty has emerged as a charismatic live performer and a respected songwriter with 10 studio albums to her credit. She's earned four Grammy nominations along the way, the most recent for her 2010 country ballad, "Satisfied."
Signed to Atlantic Records before she was 19, Jewel has sold more than 27 million albums during her career. Her 1995 debut, Pieces of You, dominated the charts for with "Who Will Save Your Soul," "You Were Meant For Me" and "Foolish Games" on its way to selling more than 12 million copies in the U.S. alone.
Her next two albums - 1998's Spirit and 2001's This Way - both went platinum while introducing fans to hits like "Jupiter," "Hands," "Standing Still" and "Break Me." Jewel switched directions in 2003 with 0304, an album that fused elements of electronic and folk to create a delightfully quirky mix epitomized by the contrast of dance beats and accordion on the single "Intuition," which became a huge hit single on both the dance and pop charts.
"Good Day" is taken from Jewel's fifth top 10 album, 2006's Goodbye Alice In Wonderland, an album on which each song was a chapter in an overarching story. In 2009, Jewel recordedLullaby at her home in Stephenville, Texas. This best selling children's album - her first of two so far - mixed originals with standards like her stunning cover of "Somewhere Over The Rainbow." She followed up Lullaby with, The Merry Goes 'Round which was named iTunes "Children's Album of the Year" in 2011.
Jewel topped the Billboard country album chart in 2008 with her first country album, Perfectly Clear, which is represented on this collection by the Top 15 single "Stronger Woman." Her second country album, 2010's Sweet and Wild, included the Grammy nominated-single "Satisfied."
An Acoustic Evening with Matisyahu
When Matisyahu emerged in 2004 with his debut album, Shake Off the Dust...Arise, his musical persona seemed a novelty to some. Here was a Hasidic Jew -- dressed in a black suit with a broad-brimmed black hat worn over a yarmulke, and sporting a full, untrimmed beard -- who nevertheless performed toasting raps about the glories of traditional Judaism over reggae beats in a dancehall style directly from Jamaica. Moreover, he punctuated his performances with stage diving. It may have seemed like a joke at first, but Matisyahu was serious about his craft, and his diverse style soon garnered Grammy nominations, gold record certifications, and a broad audience.
Matisyahu was born Matthew Miller on June 30, 1979, in West Chester, Pennsylvania. His family moved to Berkeley, California, which they eventually ditched for White Plains, New York. Miller initially rebelled against his traditional Jewish upbringing, considering himself a Deadhead and a hippie by his early teens. But at the age of 14, during a camping trip in Colorado, he reconciled himself to Judaism and visited Israel shortly thereafter. After returning to White Plains, he dropped out of high school and traveled the country to attend Phish concerts. Back at home again, he agreed to let his parents send him to a wilderness school in Bend, Oregon, where he became enamored of reggae and hip-hop, and began rapping at open-mike competitions. He returned to New York at 19 to attend the New School for Social Research in Manhattan, but also joined the Carlebach Shul, a synagogue where his musical interests were encouraged. Meeting a Lubavitch rabbi, he became interested in the strict Lubavitch Hasidic sect of Judaism and renamed himself Matisyahu.
Continuing to perform, Matisyahu assembled a backing band consisting of guitarist Aaron Dugan, bassist Josh Werner, and drummer Jonah David. The group recorded Shake Off the Dust...Arise, which was released by JDub Records in 2004. While touring in support of the album, Matisyahu recorded one of his February 2005 concerts and released the material as Live at Stubb's, which was issued in April courtesy of Or Music before getting picked up for national distribution by Epic Records. Epic reissued it on August 23, 2005, as Matisyahu toured around the country and prepared a second studio album with producer Bill Laswell. The final product, Youth, appeared in March 2006 and was nominated for a Grammy in the category of Best Reggae Album. A simultaneously released dub version of the album was made available to mail-order customers.
Meanwhile, Matisyahu's backing musicians chose to release additional material on their own, adopting the name Roots Tonic for the side project. Roots Tonic Meets Bill Laswell marked the group's debut in May 2006, and by the end of the year the EP/DVD combo No Place to Be was also released. Jonah David dropped out of the band in June 2007, however, and Roots Tonic effectively disbanded, despite the enlistment of replacement drummer Skoota Warner. The entire group (sans David) turned its focus back to Matisyahu instead, and Light marked the singer's third LP upon its release in August 2009. Two years later, Live at Stubb's, Vol. 2 would appear, this time with a companion DVD release. In late 2011, the singer posted a picture with a shaved head and payes cut with the caption, "No more Chassidic reggae superstar." As such, his 2012 effort Spark Seeker was more secular pop, and was produced by Kool Kojak, who had previously worked with Keha and Nicki Minaj. William Ruhlmann, Rovi


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Hello Everyone!
Just came back from a 3-month retreat at GAIA House. It was wonderful!
I didn't drink much tea, as I was practicing renunciation as best I could, and saw it as a distraction. Maybe this is wrong view? What's your experience with tea on long retreats? Does it calm the mind? Agitate the mind?
Thanks for your responses.
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Topic: MRI results today
Finally got results of scan today, Liver looks clear however where the right hepatic duct was joined to the common bile duct there is a reduced inside diameter to 3mm in this area. this was noted by radiologist. I believe there is a nylon fitting where the two bile ducts are joined. does anyone know how small this opening can be before it is a problem? My oncologist will be reviewing it later this week. I guess it is still up for review. does anyone know how two bile ducts are rejoined during a liver resection? thanks, Pat


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JR wrote:You seem to have misconceptions here and i'l reply to them properly after i've woken up i'm going to sleep now.
You wrote an unclear paragraph so I asked for clarification.
JR wrote:Stand with as much body area as possible touching a wall behind you. Back, shoulders, elbows and the back of the hand touching the wall. Then measure the distances again with the arms spread as far apart as possible then using the left arm measure the right side to index finger distance. Your finger tip to finger tip measurements sound correct but the right side to the finger tip doesn't. My spine to middle finger tip distance is 33". That means that that my spine to arm pit distance is 33-26,5 inches. I tried to give more than enough data and still something misfired for you so i'd say i was not wrong in trying to give a lot of data because something did not carry through. My measurement tape has both inches and centimeters and both give perfectly realistic results.
I measured that way. I'm still taller and have longer arms than you.
All you need to do, all I've asked you to do three times now is clarify when the 15" measurements are taken.
I suspect that you're measuring 15" from the FRONT at the START of the throwing motion and 15" from the BACK at the release point (i.e. disc travel is about the width of the disc in this motion), because if 15" from the BACK of the disc is your START point, I don't think for one second you can throw 110' that way.


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OK a few ground rules.
1. This thread is for picks only. I'll ask the admin to remove any posts that are solely discussion. Please only post in this thread if you're participating in this league. You are of course welcome to read and follow the action though regardless of which league you are participating in.
2. No inputting your picks out of turn. Do not attempt to post something like "I'll take player A if the poster in front of me doesn't take him, then I'll take player B" or anything similar. Post your pick only when it's your turn and you're "on the clock" so to speak.
3. Draft order will be determined randomly. Each round will progress in reverse order. This means the manager who picks 12th in round 1 picks first in round 2, just like a live draft.
4. After you've made your pick, put who's next up at the end of it.
5. Please have patience with the person who is on the clock. Obviously everyone is going to have things to do outside of this forum. If a poster has taken a long time to make their pick, I will PM them a gentle reminder. I'd like to ask that no other league participants PM the person or otherwise complain to them. If you have a problem, please complain to me and I'll take care of it.
That should just about cover it. I'll edit this post with the draft order later. Good luck and have fun everyone!
OK folks! Here's the draft order. It was determined by randomly assigning a number 1-12 to each league participant, then using an internet randomizer found here http://www.random.org to scramble the numbers. So without further adieu....
1. rexnom
2. Leisure Suit Larry
3. FlavaDave
4. Robertmto
5. granger
6. travmil
7. TRich
8. kshay
9. FrostWolf
10. Miller4Ever
11. Lord Helmet
12. LoneGranger33
The draft order reverses each round. This means that if you pick first in round one, you pick last in round 2, then first in round three, and so on.
So, rexnom, you are officially ON THE CLOCK!


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Here's the initial installment of a continuing series where I try to select the best all-time players at each position, best sixth men and best coaches.
Numbers are just a marginal guide. More important in my reckonings are a candidate's off-the-ball play, dominance of his peers and the overall success of his team(s).
Of course, comparing players from radically different eras is always a risky business. George Mikan, for example, would be severely drubbed in one-on-one battles versus the likes of Shaq, Wilt and Kareem. Despite that fact, Mikan can arguably be seen as the most influential player of his time, and his Minneapolis Lakers were the NBA's first dynasty. So the intent here is more mindful of the total NBA historical continuum than dependant on today's existential realities.
It's likewise important to note the variances in styles of play over the last 60 seasons pre-shot-clock and post-shot-clock, the twin-towers concept and small-ball strategies, as well as the different demands made on players by their respective teams. Despite these inexact specifications, the players in each category will be competitively ranked.
The Big O was equally as versatile as Magic and nearly as strong. Indeed, Robertson's talents covered the entire scope and possibilities of the game. He could do everything at the highest level rebound, pass, set picks, dribble, box out, run and shut anyone down on defense. In 1961-62, Robertson averaged a triple-double 30.8 points, 12.5 rebounds and 11.4 assists. He wasn't boasting when he said, years later, "If I had known it was such a big deal, I would've averaged a triple-double for my entire career." He understood every nuance of the game and demanded the same perfection from his teammates. Robertson was also a fierce and ruthless competitor.
What did he lack?
Three-point range, only because the 3-ball hadn't been instituted. And according to Nate Thurmond, "Oscar couldn't fly, but he did everything else better than Michael Jordan."
Whatever the position, whatever the standards of the era, Oscar Robertson was the most perfect basketball player ever.
Jerry West's number was always called whenever a game was on the line. (Wen Roberts / Getty Images)
Magic was a rarity. At 6-foot-9, 235 pounds, he was a legitimate triple-threat inside, outside and on the run. His sheer size advantage allowed him to have an unobstructed view of the entire court and effectively prohibited opponents from contesting any pass he chose to throw. In addition to his remarkable size and strength, Magic had an incomparable handle (his high rate of turnovers was a function of the inordinate time the ball was in his hands), made excellent decisions with the ball, was an incredible finisher and was absolutely the best fast-break trigger man ever.
What else could he do?
Post-up and fill the net with hook shots. Eat up space in rapid fashion with his long strides. Blast his way through traffic. Rebound. Shoot free throws. Maximize the abilities of his teammates. Rise to virtually every clutch situation. And win.
What couldn't he do?
His drive-and-dish capabilities were severely restricted by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's being ensconced in the pivot. Not until his latter years did Magic develop an effective outside shot an old-timey shot-put-one-hander. And throughout his career his defense was shamefully poor.
Johnson also had a magic touch with the media. The bright smile, the up-beat comments, the total availability. But when the red light was switched off, Magic often had another agenda.
Like the first time Magic met with the Lakers' new coach, Mike Dunleavy, at a players association meeting back in 1990. Dunleavy sought out Magic for a pre-season confab, and as they strolled along the beach, he handed Johnson the playbook he planned to implement for the upcoming season. Magic proceeded to toss the playbook into the ocean, point to his head and say, "The playbook is in here."
West was one of the most deadly pull-up jump shooters of all time. He rarely went left, simply because he never had to (the official NBA logo with West dribbling left-handed must be a negative image). But he'd move to his right at full speed, execute one hard-and-last dribble that would propel him skyward and the ball was shot and gone in a jiffy. He was a good, if not exceptional passer, and his long arms and quick-hops made him a surprisingly effective finisher.
Those same long arms (fastened to high-shoulders) likewise made West an outstanding defender. Indeed, opposing players were warned not to attempt a pass whenever West was the lone defender in a 2-on-1 fast-breaking situation simply because his reach and hand-speed would get a piece of all but the most precise passes.
While acknowledging his authentic greatness, several of his peers still insist that West was also cast by the media as a white hope who was therefore given much more credit than he truly deserved. And because he was never satisfied with his own or his teammates' play in any given game, West was never a popular figure in the locker room. But his coaches all loved him for playing all out all the time, and they made sure that "Mr. Clutch's" number was called whenever a game was on the line.
Stockton was a point-guard in the classic mold. Primarily a passer, Stockton shot the ball only when necessary. He was a master at changing speeds off his dribble, at jumping into his defender while releasing a shot and thusly drawing fouls, at moving without the ball, at hitting open shots (especially in the clutch) and a sneakily effective offensive rebounder. His decision-making in screen/roll situations was impeccable, and he also relished setting screens himself usually with elbows flashing, a characteristic that moved opponents to call him a border-line dirty player. (Stockton was a nasty character, both on and off the court.) Although he'd gamble on steals, chase the ball too much and overreact to ball-penetration, Stockton's defense was surprisingly effective.
Stockton rarely got to orchestrate fast breaks in Jerry Sloan's grind-it-out offenses. But when the Jazz did get out and run, Stockton's exceptional judgment was likewise in evidence.
Too bad the prime of Stockton's career coincided with the Bulls' Jordanian dynasty. He did, however, propel the Jazz into back-to-back finals appearances. Some could say that Stockton made Karl Malone appear to be a much better player than he may have actually been.
Clyde's cooler-than-thou demeanor masked his fiercely competitive nature. He could muscle and/or slick his way to the basket, and was a high-percentage jump shooter who rarely forced a shot. Frazier could also rebound like a big guy, hit the open man and, above all, he could defend. Indeed, overlooked in Willis Reed's courageous performance in Game 7 of the 1970 Knicks-Lakers championship go-round, were Frazier's 36 points, 19 assists and smothering defense on Jerry West. Steals were his specialty, as were big-time jumpers.
Walt Frazier was the ultimate "team player" for the Knicks. ( / Getty Images)
Under the tutelage of coach Red Holzman, Frazier learned the value of the team game and was willing to sacrifice numbers for rings. He also learned that freedom unchecked by structure led to chaos, and that only within a system could freedom become a bountiful creativity. And despite his casual game-face, Frazier played with a precision that was based on an intricate understanding of Xs and Os.
Frazier was never a jet and was most comfortable with the ball in his hands, but he was a winner.
Forget about his scoring prowess (14.1 ppg over his 14-year career, with a high of 19.5 for Phoenix in 1981-82), forget about his three championship rings (one with Seattle in 1979, two with Boston in 1984 and 1986), Dennis Johnson was simply the best big-time defensive guard in league history. In fact, DJ was the only defender who could force Magic to turn his back on the Lakers' offense in order to protect, and maintain possession of, the ball.
Johnson also proved that nice guys can finish first.
Mister Smooth glided through a ball game in total control of every situation. Did his team need a pop shot, a slick pass, or even an occasional rebound? Wilkens could deliver. How about a steal, or the rescue of a loose ball? Wilkens would get it done.
He wasn't strong or flashy, and his defense was merely adequate. But like John Wesley Harding, Wilkens was never known to make a foolish move, with the notable exception of agreeing to coach the Knicks!
Never heard of him? That's because Beard played only two seasons in the league 1949-51 with the Indianapolis Olympians. In his rookie season, Beard was named to the All-NBA Second Team, and for an encore, he was voted to the First Team. Unfortunately, he was subsequently banned from the NBA when it was discovered that during his All-American career at the University of Kentucky, Beard (along with several other teammates) had taken money from gamblers to alter the score of ball games. Beard did indeed take the money, but only because doing so was a time-honored tradition at UK. Still, he was such a ferocious competitor that he never even tried to rig a score.
His game featured error-free passes, headlong drives to the rim and shut-down defense. According to Adolph Rupp, the only flaws in Beard's game were an erratic left hand, and inconsistency at the foul line. (During Beard's brief tenure in the NBA, his free throw accuracy was 77 percent.) Otherwise, the notoriously hard-to-please Rupp believed that Beard was "an almost perfect basketball player."
In the long history of the NBA, no one ever played with more intensity than Ralph Beard.
Other candidates Slater Martin, Dick McGuire, Bob Cousy, Guy Rodgers, Bob Davies, Jason Kidd and Isiah Thomas.
Charley Rosen, former CBA coach, author of 12 books about hoops, the current one being A pivotal season How the 1971-72 L.A. Lakers changed the NBA, is a frequent contributor to FOXSports.com.
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AN under-threat stroke unit has been saved from reducing patient services, and will instead get a £1million investment boost.
NHS England announced in February last year it wanted to reduce Basildon Hospital's Hyper Acute Stroke Unit (HASU) and instead send the majority of patients to Southend Hospital for vital treatment.
It wanted to create "super units" in Southend, Colchester and Chelmsford, which would be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with patients taken to one of the three centres for critical care within the first three crucial days of having a stroke.
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Basildon and Brentwood Clinical Commissioning Group, which sets budgets for the area's healthcare, has also announced it is investing £1million into the unit to bring it up to the highest standards.
Clare Panniker, chief executive of Basildon Hospital, said: "We are delighted to have the opportunity to invest in further improvements in our stroke service.
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March 15, 2013
Cairo, GA- Legendary Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson was born in Cairo, Georgia and folks in Grady County want to make sure he forever has a special place in the community; 'A Diamond Affair'' is just one step in doing so.
The two day event, which kicks off Friday night with a sold out tribute dinner, will not only celebrate Robinson's accomplishments but also the renaming of the Boy's and Girls Club to, 'The Jackie Robinson Boys & Girls Club of Cairo-Grady County.'
Nola Daughtry, with the Boys & Girls Club of Cairo-Grady County, says the partnership is ideal because both Robinson and the Club have a strong emphasis on citizenship, leadership and breaking barriers.
On Saturday morning, a new youth baseball field on the Club grounds will be unveiled.
"We'll have free hot-dogs and drinks and popcorn for everybody to kind of just sit around and enjoy and we'll have activities for the kids," said Daughtry.
With a new name also comes new programs, like 'Breaking Barriers,' which will teach kids Robinson's nine key characteristics.
"The children will be doing a nine-week program and we'll be dealing with citizenship, teamwork, determination, leadership skills, and several others," said Jeffery Brown, the unit director for the Club.
The children will then implement those characteristics through community service.
Organizers say, it's a Diamond Affair, you won't want to miss.
Robinson's daughter Sharon is expected to attend the two day event! As well as celebrity athletes like five time olympian Teresa Edwards and professional boxer Evander Holyfield.
Event Details: Saturday, March 16 starting at 10:00 a.m.
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Held at the Boys & Girls Club of Cairo-Grady County, located at 101 6th Street SW.


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The A. B. Freeman School of Business at Tulane University will honor longtime faculty member and entrepreneur John B. Elstrott Jr. at this year's Tulane Council of Entrepreneurs Awards Gala. The ceremony will take place on Friday, April 19, at the Audubon Tea Room.
Elstrott, a professor of practice and emeritus executive director of the Freeman School's Levy-Rosenblum Institute for Entrepreneurship, will receive the Tulane Distinguished Entrepreneur of the Year Award and the Tulane Outstanding Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the ceremony. This marks the first time in the history of the event that both awards have gone to a single individual.
Freeman School Dean Ira Solomon and Levy-Rosenblum Institute Executive Director Ralph Maurer will present the awards.
Elstrott earned his PhD in economics from the University of Colorado at Boulder in 1975. He joined Tulane in 1982 and has taught entrepreneurship at the Freeman School since 1986. In 1991, Elstrott became the founding director of the Levy-Rosenblum Institute for Entrepreneurship, which was established to coordinate entrepreneurship initiatives at the school and in the community.
In addition to his career as an educator and administrator, Elstrott has also had a long career as an entrepreneur and investor. In the early 1970s, Elstrott was part of the management team that helped build Celestial Seasonings into the world's largest specialty tea company. Today, Elstrott continues to be an active investor and board member in the venture capital, wetlands mitigation banking, pharmaceutical, financial services, medical and functional food, and herbal remedy industries. He currently serves as chairman of the board of Whole Foods Market, the world's leading retailer of natural and organic foods. Elstrott has served as a director of the company since 1994.
The Levy-Rosenblum Institute presents the awards each year to highlight outstanding entrepreneurs. The Distinguished Entrepreneur of Year Award honors individuals who embody the true spirit of entrepreneurship and philanthropic generosity, while the Outstanding Social Entrepreneur of the Year Award recognizes individuals dedicated to improving their communities through entrepreneurial initiatives.
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STROUD spends longer watching Internet pornography than any other town or city in the county, according to data collected by adult entertainment website Pornhub.
The online porn website was visited 42,353 times by people in Stroud over the last 12 months.
On average, viewers in the Five Valleys spent an average of 10 minutes and four seconds looking at adult content, visiting 6.71 different pages on the Canadian-based website, which markets itself as 'the ultimate xxx porn' experience.
The figures came to light after Pornhub, one of the world's most popular porn sites, released data on the private viewing habits and sexual preferences of its users across the UK and around the world.
The data shows that Stroud is the 38th highest-ranking town or city in the UK for the longest amount of time spent on the website.
Whilst Stroud residents spent an above average 10 minutes and four seconds browsing pornography on the site, the national average in the UK is nine minutes and 42 seconds and the global average is eight minutes and 56 seconds.
According to Pornhub, Monday is the most popular day for online pornography and January is the busiest month for the website.
A reporter for the Guardian newspaper, which has analysed the data, said the survey revealed that porn habits differed between cities.
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sangyey wrote:I venture, from the point of veiw of ultimate reality there never was such a thing as ignorance. From a conventional point of veiw I think that is how things have always been for us. Perhaps now is the time to do something better for ourselves with help from our teachers
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A judge on Friday temporarily enjoined the city from cutting ties with its Mare Island railroad provider.
The court also ordered Washington-based T&O Railroad Company, Inc., which does business as Mare Island Rail Service in Vallejo, to provide rail service to Alstom Transport, a major Mare Island tenant that operates a railcar repair shop.
In recent months, a dispute has arisen between the city and the railroad. A 20-year agreement signed in 2011 gave the railroad exclusive rights to operate on roughly 2.5 miles of city track that connects Mare Island to the California Northern Railroad at a point known as Flosden Yard.
The city contends the railroad defaulted on the deal because it has no service agreements with any Mare Island businesses -- particularly Alstom, which is considering a lease extension.
In January, the city threatened to terminate the track agreement after Feb. 7 if the railroad didn't complete a deal with Alstom.
In response, the railroad sued, saying the step would put it out of business, and contended in court arguments that it should be allowed to operate until the legal disagreements are resolved.
In January 2010, the railroad entered into a service agreement with Lennar Mare Island, LLC, to provide freight car switching services, including servicing Mare Island tenants. However, Lennar, citing financial reasons, terminated the agreement. Since then, railroad officials have been negotiating with some Mare Island businesses to either continue service or provide alternative railcar delivery arrangements up to or near the tracks controlled by Lennar.
According to the city, three businesses -- Alstom, XKT Engineering and Jeffco -- would have no incentive to stay on Mare Island without consistent rail service. Further, the city claims it stands to lose more than $150,000 a year in tax revenues if the companies left.
However, Solano County Superior Court Judge Michael Mattice said the harm would have been greater to the railroad company than the city without the preliminary injunction, since it would have been forced out of business.
"The harm to the city is speculative ... whereas the harm to (Mare Island Rail Service) is great," Mattice said.
Despite the ruling, Vallejo City Attorney Claudia Quintana said she was pleased the court's preliminary injunction included a directive that the railroad provide service to Alstom.
"This is all the city ever wanted," Quintana said. "We are hopeful that (Mare Island Rail Service) will come through and negotiate an agreement that provides Alstom and perhaps other Mare Island businesses with the rail service they need."
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I was also asked to crush the grapes and do other things. I'd figure if I don't mix and make the wine I'd just be a fruit picker or whatever. Will i get bad kamma from this? I don't have a job; would love to work there, but I also would rather practice the dhamma as good as i can.
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