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Gazette, February 12th, 2014
RUNNiNg NEWS
Frankie Keller & Charlotte Pearsall sign there National Letters of intent
Audi of the Cape Fear “Miracles in Motion” Run, Walk, & Roll 5k & 1k Race February 16 Wilmington-The Cape Fear region’s first all accessible race, The Audi of the Cape Fear “Miracles In Motion” with Olsen Farms, will take place Sunday, February 16th at 2:00 p.m. at the Brax Stadium, PPD Miracle Field at Olsen Park (5510 Olsen Park Lane, first
right after Laney High School). The race is designed using the concept of the Miracle Field itself; providing for the fun and excitement of EVERY person, using whatever ability they have, to the greatest of his or her ability without impediments. See MIRAcLES, page 13B
yCC Beach Dash coming February 15th
(Pictured Above): Frankie Keller (Presbyterian College) and Charlotte Pearsall (East Carolina University) signed their National Letters of intent on Wednesday, 2/5/14 in the Ashley Cafeteria. Congratulations to both of these very special Ashley student-athletes for committing to be the best they can be.
girl’s varsity Team lock up 1st Place in the MidEastern Conference with Perfect 10-0 Record • 2/4 – Ashley 56 Hoggard 48 – Screaming Eagles Sophomore Chyna Cottom had 1 of those games she will remember for a long time this past Tuesday Night against cross town Rival. She posted almost half her teams rebounds and scored 18-points on her way to a double double. By the end of the 1st quarter the Eagles held on to a 3-point lead 12-9. However by halftime the Vikings were able to get to within a point of the Eagles after their offense picked up 16-points. After the halftime break Coach Gale’s speech must have fired up the Ladies because they came out of the break a whole new team forcing turnovers, while capitalizing on Viking Mistakes and by See Girls B-Ball, page 20B
The Wilmington Family YMCA is pleased to announce the 1st Annual YCC Beach Dash on Saturday, February 15th. Location of the race will be at Shell Island on Wrightsville Beach. This Beach Dash is a fun family friendly event for all ages! Every participant will receive a participation medal and the first 150 registrants receive a t-shirt! The YCC Beach Dash will have six obstacles and blast stations throughout the course. The six obstacles will consist of a tunnel crawl, noodle forest, agility run, wall climb, balance beam and slide. The blast stations are full of surprises that you will run into on race day! Registration is now open on Sportoften.com keyword: YCC Beach Dash.This event is the ending of the 2013 YCC Run
Series and the beginning of the 2014 YCC Run Series. This yearlong series consists of nine events across Coastal Carolina. Seven 5ks, one 10k, and one family obstacle course. Participation is the key! The more races you run, the more the muscles burn, the faster the legs turn, the more points you earn! Take an adventure across Coastal Carolina ranging from Ocean Isle Beach, Shallotte, Wilmington, and Jacksonville to compete alongside a variety of eager athletes of all ages. Points are earned by participation and by award placement. You must participate in 2 events to compete in the series. Join us at the YCC Beach Dash for your chance to start earning points for the YCC Run Series. 2013 See DASH, page 13B
10th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo Tide Run The 10th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo Tide Run is back again in Carolina Beach on March 15, 2014. Early race registration is currently open through March 1 for the 5K and 10K at www.lotiderun.org/. The cost to register early is $30 for the 5K/10K or $25 with a military or student ID. After March 1,
the cost to register increases to $35. T-shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register, so don’t hesitate, because this year's design will be a must have! A popular registration option is creating or joining a team, special awards are given for team spirit, size and fastest time. All proceeds from regisSee LoTIDE, page 16B
SOCCER NEWS Soccer Spring League Sign-Ups End January 31st
Boy’s varsity Basketball Team defeat Hoggard for the 1st Time in 5 years ending 9 game Streak By: SHAWN R. MCKEE Staff Writer • 2/4 – Ashley 56 Hoggard 48 – The Eagles have been waiting for a long time for this, a win against Hoggard hasn’t come since 5 years and after a 15-9 1st quarter the home quarter was on their feet. The Eagles were able to follow up the 1st quarter once again outscoring the Vikings 10-9 giving them a 25-18 lead. Adter halftime the Vikings were able See Basketball, page 13B
Deadline for Pleasure Island Soccer Association’s (PISA) Spring league is January 31st. You can sign up any child from ages 3 to 18. For little ones this is a great way to learn structure and meet new friends, older kids will sharpen their skills and also benefit socially. PISA is well established in local recreation as well as their All-Star, Academy and Adult Leagues, they take pride in running a fare and honest association. In addition the league gives back to the community donating soccer gear including goals and balls to local schools. When you register all your child will need is shin guards and cleats, a com-
plete uniform including socks will be given to each player. Local sporting goods stores including Soccer Post and Play It Again Sports offer PISA players special discounts. To register visit PISA online at hwww.pleasureislandsoccer.com or cut out the registration form on page 9B. You can also register at the follow locations: Wednesday, January 22nd from 4-6pm at Michael’s Seafood, Thursday, January 23rd from 4-6pm at the Monkey Junction Chick-fil-a, Friday, January 24th from 46pm at the Soccer Post and Sunday, January 26th from 124pm at the Monkey Junction Buffalo Wild Wings.
BASEBALL NEWS Pleasure island youth Baseball Spring Registration Now Open Spring registration is now open for Pleasure Island Youth Baseball. The league is proud to announce their new website at www.pleasureislandyouthbaseball.com. The site offers tons of
useful features including a message board and online poll, this week’s question is “Who is your favorite MLB team?” Once Spring season starts teams, See Baseball, page 9B