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Springing Into Action San Clemente High School’s spring sports teams are bringing the heat INSIDE: VARSITY PREVIEWS AND SCHEDULES S P O R T S / PAG E 2 5 The Tritons varsity boys volleyball team is seeking its ninth consecutive South Coast League title. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

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SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO San Juan Capistrano’s gang-intervention program has received a state grant with a total cash value of $382,639, which was matched “in kind” with personnel and resources already provided to the Capistrano Gang Reduction and Intervention Program at three elementary schools and one middle school. The grant will be primarily used to enhance juvenile gang prevention with community-based organizations. “Taking the approach we cannot arrest our way out of a gang problem, we will target preteen at-risk youths,” said Chief of Police Services Lt. Dan Dwyer of the two-year grant awarded by Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger on Friday. The GRIP collaboration has been operating in town since February 2008 among several law enforcement and community organizations.

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At the March 8 City Council meeting, the city of Dana Point voted in favor of joining other Orange County cities—including Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest and Irvine—by adopting a smoking ban in public parks. In light of information gathered in the recent Community Opinion Survey showing that 61 percent of those questioned would like to see smoking banned in public parks, City Council held a first reading of an ordinance that would add a smoking ban to the Dana Point Municipal Code. Council voted 3 to 2 for the ban. The ordinance will go into effect 30 days after a second, final approval, vote at the next meeting on March 22. Violations will be considered misdemeanors, punishable by a fine of up to $500 and six months in county jail according to city officials.

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…U.S. Border Patrol Blamed For Detainee’s Death? THE LATEST: The family of an illegal immigrant who died while in custody of U.S. Border Patrol on July 8, 2008, has filed a lawsuit against the United States of America, Unknown Agents of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, United States Customs and Border Protection and the Department of Homeland Security seeking damages, costs and fees for battery, negligence, unreasonable seizure, due process violation and agency liability. The suit—filed in Federal Court on March 2, 2010—alleges that Tomas Sanchez Orzuna, 36, died as a result of border patrol agents using pepper spray (oleoresin capsicum) during the arrest and later dousing water on the heavyset man while he was in custody. Sanchez had been detained by border patrol in San Clemente and was taken to the U.S. Border Patrol station near San Clemente on the Interstate 5. The lawsuit claims that after border patrol agents began using “excessive” water to decontaminate Sanchez of the pepper spray, the man “began to suffer clearly visible side effects of the spray, including limited breathing, abnormal and/or slow pulse, partial loss of consciousness, disorientation and extreme pain,” the complaint states. Because of the introduction of water, Sanchez then suffered a heart attack from which he died, the complaint alleges. It also says that Sanchez was beaten unnecessarily. “Said Border Patrol agents knew that the chemical agents were fatal if mixed with water or if the person whom the chemical agents were used against was not provided prompt medical care,” the claim states. The claim also blames the border patrol agents for not calling for immediate medical care. The suit was filed on behalf of the Sanchez family by Gregory Moreno with Moreno, Becerra & Casillas of Montebello. WHAT’S NEXT: While much of the claim counters statements made by U.S. Border Patrol following Sanchez’s death, the agency did not have a formal statement in light of the new lawsuit.

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FIND OUT MORE: Stay tuned.

—Norb Garrett

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…A New Toll Road Route?

THE LATEST: The Transportation Corridor Agencies is proposing a new route to connect the 241 Tollroad from its dead end in Rancho Santa Margarita to Interstate 5 south of San Clemente, although the Department of the Navy doesn’t like the plan. The new concept calls for pushing the route inland, avoiding San Onofre State Park and creating the crossing over San Mateo Creek further from its mouth at the sensitive Trestles surf beach. The plan was shown to Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-CA, who encouraged Navy officials, who control the Camp Pendleton Marine base, to sit down with TCA officials. No thanks, the Navy says. In a Feb. 22 letter to Feinstein’s office, Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus says the route would eliminate an important training area. “I have determined that the proposed new TCA route would unacceptably impact the Marine Corps’ ability to train and prepare for all contingency operations.” WHAT’S NEXT: TCA spokesperson Jennifer Seaton said the TCA hopes the public and elected officials will get behind the plan because it eliminates many of the concerns raised with the route that was ultimately rejected. TCA officials hope that popular support will spur Navy officials to sit down with TCA planners and consider the new option. FIND OUT MORE: See www.thetollroads. com and click on “241 Completion” from the home page. —Jonathan Volzke

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…Teachers Getting Pink Slips? THE LATEST: More than 320 teachers will get notices letting them know they might not be rehired at the end of the school year, as Capistrano Unified School District struggles to overcome a projected $34 million budget shortfall.

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The measures can be rescinded, and the issuance of pink slips has been increasingly common as CUSD struggles to keep up with budget cuts from the state. The law mandates, however, that any such notices must go out by March 15, necessitating Tuesday’s action. The votes were not unanimous, however: The action to lay off 84 regular teachers was passed 4-3 with trustees Ellen Addonizio, Sue Palazzo and Ken Lopez-Maddox opposed. If enacted, CUSD would see class

sizes increase in fourth-to-12th grades by one student and first-grade classes would increase by more than four kids. That would eliminate the smaller first-grade classes trustees worked hard to keep while other primary classes expanded in the last budget cycle. WHAT’S NEXT: A report by an independent fact finder, who works with school districts statewide and was at CUSD in late January, (Cont. on page 5) March 11–17, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 3

Eye on SC (Cont. from page 3) is expected any day now. That report, which will be public, will make a recommendation on a contract offer. Capistrano Unified Education Association President Vicki Soderberg said she hoped the report would spur new, successful negotiations between teachers and trustees. Trustees have pressed for a permanent 10 percent pay cut. Teachers have countered with temporary pay cuts and furlough days.

Ridenoure. “We fully met all objectives for Units 2 and 3, but we’re working to improve our human performance programs.” The NRC did make clear that it felt that the plant’s actions to address those problems in 2009 were “ineffective.” “We did make progress in 2009, but not at a pace sufficient to address the NRC’s concerns in the areas of human performance and problem identification and resolution,” Ridenoure said.

FIND OUT MORE: See the Beyond the Blackboard blog at www.sanclementetimes.com —JV

WHAT’S NEXT: The public meeting will be held at the DoubleTree Guest Suites Hotel in Dana Point on March 24 starting at 6 p.m.

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…SONGS Annual Assessment Report Out, Meeting Set? THE LATEST: The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has produced its annual assessment of the performance of San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station and will review that data at a public meeting set for March 24. The assessment—part of the NRC’s regular procedural review process—gave Unit 3 top marks, while Unit 2 received its second-best rating. “Every year the NRC issues end-of cycle assessment letters to all of the [nuclear] plants in the country,” said Southern California Edison’s Chief Nuclear Officer Ross

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….Possible Lead in Family’s Disappearance?

THE LATEST: A San Clemente businessman and his family remain missing after more than a month, and a videotape of a family of four thought to be the family crossing the border is inconclusive, said the missing man’s brother. Joseph McStay, his wife Summer and their two young children Gianni and Joseph have been missing since early February. Authorities found the family’s

SUV near the San Ysidro border crossing with Mexico, but other than the video have turned up few clues. McStay’s brother, Michael, is not convinced the footage—which was shot Feb. 8 at the San Ysidro Border Crossing—is of the missing family. “My brother is the only one in the family with a valid passport,” he said. “Summer’s passport is expired and the two boys don’t even have passports.” Michael also added that the footage was of poor quality and that his brother “doesn’t walk like that.” According to ABC’s affiliate KGTV in San Diego, a San Diego Sheriff’s Department spokesperson has confirmed that Interpol is assisting the investigation along with U.S. Border Patrol.

Citing the loss of state funding and declining sales tax revenue continue to impact bus operations, the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) will cut bus service on two routes in San Clemente starting March 14, 2010. Routes 693, which serviced Talega, is being eliminated entirely, while 193 will no longer run on weekends. For more information, visit www.octa.net. LA PATA GAP CLOSURE EIR UPDATE: The Orange County Public Works department issued an update on the progress of the Environmental Impact Report being done on the proposed Avenida La Pata Closure and Camino del Rio Extension. “County consultants are currently working with various technical studies and surveys such as biological resources, traffic, noise, air quality, cultural resources, water quality, geology, visual analysis and more,” the report states. The work is expected to be completed by spring. The draft EIR should be done by late summer, at which time another public meeting will be held. The final EIR is expected to be ready by fall, with project approval expected in the winter. Visit www.ocpublicworks.com/ ocpw/projects/lapata.aspx for more info.

WHAT’S NEXT: A charity has been set up for the family to hire a private investigator and to fund other operations to ensure the missing family comes home. “We’ve raised about $1,500 so far,” Michael said. “It’s not enough to hire a private investigator, but it’s a start.” FIND OUT MORE: Visit www.mcstayfamily. com for more information. —Jamal Al-Sarraf

DBA ELECTS NEW PRESIDENT: The Downtown Business Association on Wednesday morning elected Christina Morgan as its new president. Other topics making news this week Morgan owns Villa Cucina at 124 Avenida Del OCTA BUS ROUTE REDUCTIONS TAKE EFFECT: Mar.

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• MADD THANKS OFFICERS: Mary Beth Griffin, program specialist for Mothers Against Drunk Driving, attending the March 2 City Council meeting to present plaques of appreciation to four San Clemente sheriff deputies for their efforts in arresting drunk drivers in 2009. Leading the way for San Clemente’s Police Services was Deputy Shane Stewart with 36 arrests, followed by Deputy Daniel Corwin (30), Deputy Jeremiah Prescott (27) and Deputy Richard Covington (25). Also on hand was San Clemente Police Services Chief Lt. Paul D’Auria, who thanked his deputies for their vigilance in tracking down drunk drivers. • COASTAL TRAIL REPAIRS: The San Clemente Coastal Trail will undergo major trail surface maintenance from March 8 through March 12, weather permitting. This work will be done between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. each evening. Construction lighting will be not be used. The illumination will be equipment lighting in order to provide for minimum disturbance to nearby residents. No day time closures will take place. The work will consist of replacing and re-grading several areas of the trail where foot wear and storm damage has compromised the surface. The repair work will proceed from North Beach in a southern direction, with full closures only in the areas of work for that evening. The work planned for Monday and Tuesday will entail closure from North Beach to the Portal Access. The Portal Access to the southern end of the Coastal Trail at Calafia will remain fully open during the first two evenings of work. The remaining closures will be dependent on the progress of the maintenance project. Check the City of San Clemente webpage at www.san-clemente.org for daily updates and areas of closure. • FEE WAIVER FOR FRIENDS OF LIBRARY: City Council last week unanimously approved the fee waiver for the monthly lease of space at the Senior Center Facility by San Clemente Friends of the Library. The non-profit group sells used books every first Sunday of the month and, according to manager Carla Lalley, provides $50,000 in donations back to the San Clemente Library each year. • LA PATA/VISTA HERMOSA SPORTS PARK CONTRACT AWARD: With a 5-0 vote, City Council approved a construction management services agreement with RBF Consulting for construction oversight of the sports park project Phase 1B. The contract cannot exceed $907,638.

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City and Community Calendar Thursday, March 11 Preschool Storytime 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m. The Library offers two weekly storytimes for children ages 3-5 on Wednesdays OR Thursdays through April 22. Advance signup is required; attendance is limited to 25. 242 Ave Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

A “Livable” San Clemente for Seniors 10:30 a.m. Presentation by Raad Ghantous on seniors’ needs at the Senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Health Committee Meeting 2 p.m. San Clemente Collaborative group meeting at the Presbyterian Church Library. 119 N. Avenida de la Estrella, 949.205.2562, scccollaborative@gmail.com.

Coastal Advisory Committee Meeting 7 p.m. Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org. www.sanclementetimes.com

Friday, March 12 Middle School Beach Club Dance Party 7 p.m.–9 p.m. 7th- and 8th-graders are invited to the dance party at Ole Hanson Beach Club. Tickets $5 at the door. 105 W. Ave Pico, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Saturday, March 13 Caspers Park Adventure Day 10 a.m.–3 p.m. A free event with music, tours, arts & crafts, wildlife exhibits, games, refreshments and more at Caspers Wilderness Park. 33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, 949.923.2210, www.ocparks.com/capsers.

amon visits the San Clemente Art Association meeting at the Community Center. Members free, non-members $5. 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.492.7175, www.scartgallery.com.

required; attendance is limited to 25. 242 Ave Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

City Council Meeting 6 p.m. San Clemente City Hall Council Chambers, 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org.

Monday, March 15 Toddlertime 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m. The Library offers two weekly events for children ages 2-3 with a parent on Monday OR Tuesday through April 20. Advance signup is required; attendance is limited to 18. 242 Ave Del Mar, 949.492.3493, www.ocpl.org.

Wednesday, March 17

Two-way Language Immersion Expert Panel 5:30 p.m. Learn about CUSD’s

SOC GEMS

Lucky Dog Day Camp Bow Wow offers discounts and drawings for St. Patrick’s Day. 220 Call Pintoresco, 949.218.7387, www.campbowwow.com.

5 p.m. The group hosts a St. Patrick’s Day dinner at the Community Center. 100 N. Calle Seville, www.exchangeclubsc.org.

18 year-old Spanish immersion program and talk to the students who’ve experienced it at San Juan Elementary School, 31642 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, www.capousd.org.

7:30 p.m. The South Orange County Gem & Mineral Society presents an open meeting featuring “Lapidary and Jewelry Craft Demonstrations” in the Community Center, 100 N. Calle Seville, 949.361.7707, www.socgems.org.

Astronomy Night

Fun on the Run

St. Paddy’s Celebration

2:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. After-school activity program at varying locations. More info: 949.361.8227, www.san-clemente.org.

12 p.m. The SC Novelty Band performs at the senior Center. 242 Avenida Del Mar, 949.498.3322, www.san-clemente.org.

Tuesday, March 16

Planning Commission Meeting

Exchange Club Dinner

7 p.m.–9 p.m. Gaze into the night sky at The Donna O’Neill Land Conservancy. Adults $10, kids $5, members free. More info: 949.489.9778, www.theconservancy.org.

Sunday, March 14 SCAA Meeting & Speaker Series 3 p.m.–5 p.m. Portrait painter Bradford J. Sal-

Afterschool Club 3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. The Library offers activities for kids 5 and older. Advance signup is

6 p.m. Study session in Ocean View Conference Room; 7 p.m. Regular meeting in Council Chambers. 100 Avenida Presidio, 949.361.8200, www.san-clemente.org. March 4–10, 2010 • San Clemente Times • Page 5

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Business Beat

News and updates on San Clemente’s business community By NORB GARRETT

ANNIVERSARIES

COMINGS AND GOINGS u BUBBA GUMP FOUNDER STEPS DOWN

Scott Barnett, founding president and chief executive of San Clemente-based Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., resigned on February 22, and the company announced that daily operations were shifted to company Vice Presidents Tim Busald and Gail Taggart. According to the company’s release, Barnett led the group since its inception in 1996; there are now 22 Bubba Gump Shrimp Company locations nationwide, 11 international franchises and three joint ventures: The Mai Tai

Bar nightclubs, Capi’s Italian Kitchen and The Newport Beach Rusty Pelican. “This was a difficult decision,” Barnett said. “The team here has achieved great results, particularly in the last couple of years. The people who work here are second to none in the industry.” The release stated the firm has achieved 10 consecutive years of growth under Barnett’s leadership. “Scott is the most gifted restaurant executive I’ve met,” says Gordon Miles, chairman of the board. “We’re extremely sorry to see him go.”

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u 20 YEARS STRONG

Richard Brown, owner of the Fatburger franchise in San Clemente, is celebrating his 20th anniversary in the same location since 1990. As part of his anniversary celebration, Brown wants to give back to the U.S. Marines who have helped make his business a success with their loyalty over the years. To do just that, Brown has announced Fatburger’s 20th Anniversary Celebration & Hot Rod Car Raffle, from which all proceeds will benefit the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, according to Jim Howard, director of communications. The $20 raffle tickets are fully tax deductible, and the drawing for the Hot Rod Car, called a “T-Bucket”, valued at $30,000, will be given to the lucky ticket holder at a special drawing to be held on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31, 2010, at the Fatburger store located at 1017 S. El Camino Real. The winner does not have to be present to win. Raffle tickets are available at the store (which is open Monday-Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. and

SC Sheriff’s Blotter Co mpiled By Jam a l A l-Sa r r a f All information below is obtained from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department Web site (www.ocsd.org) and reflects data available from calls placed from the field by the responding officer(s). An arrest doesn’t represent guilt. The items below are just a sampling of the entries listed on the OCSD Web site.

Tuesday, March 9 SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Pico, 900 Block (1:37 p.m.) A suspect chased a man up and down a parking lot yelling obscenities at him in Spanish. The man didn’t know why he was being chased and was too afraid to go back to his vehicle. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES El Camino Real, 3900 Block (10:58 a.m.) Page 6 • San Clemente Times • March 11–17, 2010

Sundays 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.). 1017 S. El Camino Real, 949.492.9182. u TWO AND GROWING: C’Siren Day Spa is

celebrating its second anniversary. The family owned day spa is “dedicated to providing quality skin care, therapeutic massage, and other wellness body treatments in a relaxing environment that mirrors the feel and beauty of San Clemente,” said owner Shayna Saivdes. “Our treatments are unique and customized to each clients need and our therapists go above and beyond to make sure each treatment is memorable. We believe in affordable wellness treatments and have a great referral and loyalty program for our clients.” To recognize the anniversary, C’Siren is offering 20% off all spa treatments throughout the month of March. “Now is a great time to come experience all that C’Siren has to offer,” said Saivdes. 312 Avenida de la Estrella, 949.498.7700, www.csirendayspa.com

An informant called authorities because they saw a homeless in front of a restaurant with a large black suitcase. The informant stated that the man was going to set a trash can on fire with his suitcase. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Montalvo, 200 Block (10:25 a.m.) A woman called deputies because an unknown person defecated on her carport. This is the second time it has happened this week.

Monday, March 8 PETTY THEFT El Camino Real, 1800 Block (6:20 p.m.) A woman walked into a gas station with a narcotic pipe in her pocket. She proceeded to cruise the store, eating and drinking random items on the racks before bolting out of the station. DISTURBANCE Camino De Los Mares / Camino De Estrella (6:11 p.m.) A group of three male juveniles began to jump in front of cars and viciously pound on the hoods, scaring the drivers and passengers. They later walked into a nearby restaurant and ordered burgers. SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Del Presidente / Avenida De Las Palmeras (4:33 p.m.) A man in a blue Chevy

u Four Star Distribution, owners of San Clemente-based C1RCA, a leading footwear and apparel skateboard brand, has announced the hiring of designer Murphy Martines and the integration of Martines’ directional men’s sportswear collection, COPY. The company announced that a new line of COPY footwear will premier in fall 2010. “I have always wanted to add footwear to the COPY range and have had a fetish for experimental shoe design for a long time,” said Martines in a release. “Now, working with Four Star Distribution, it was a natural fit. This is

their area of expertise and is potentially a major growth area for the brand. The COPY footwear collection is a high end men’s shoe line with clean modern silhouettes and cutting edge design at an attainable price.” Established in 2006, COPY is a directional men’s sportswear collection for forward thinking fashion oriented individuals. According to the press release, COPY blurs the line between streetwear and menswear and is a full cut and sew line with pieces in every category. The line mixes different silhouettes to create new styles, blends fabrics and creates nontraditional designs.

AWARD WINNERS u San Clemente-based Skin Elements USA,

LLC, exclusive distributor of Soléo Organics All Natural Sunscreen to the Americas, and the top rated sunscreen by the Environmental Working Group, has been awarded the 2009 Product Merit Award by the Nutrition Business Journal. “Soléo, developed in Australia, offers an evolution of choice by providing a very water resistant, biodegradable, and effective sunscreen without the use of chemical ultra-violet absorbers, synthetic preservatives, or artificial fragrances,” said Rick Sample, CEO, Skin

Elements USA, LLC. Soléo Organics All Natural Sunscreen meets the needs of all demographics and particularly parents who want to protect their children. Sample continues, “The Wal-Mart mom and the Saks mom both want a sunscreen that’s safe for their kids.” Skin Elements USA will be featuring Soléo Organics All Natural Sunscreen at ExpoWest in Anaheim, CA March 12-14, booth number 3201. For more information on Soléo Organics All Natural Sunscreen or Soléo Organics Marine Mist, visit www.soleousa.com or call Skin Elements USA, LLC at 949.218.2665.

Blazer raced into a park and bolted out of his vehicle as soon as it hit the grass. He stumbled out of the car with a woman and began to run away according to an informant. Deputies rushed to the scene and confirmed that the car was stolen and chased after the couple. Once authorities caught up with them they were tackled and arrested.

Sunday, March 7

DISTURBANCE East Avenida Pico / El Camino Real (3:09 p.m.) A homeless man and woman reportedly were standing out front of a local surf shop, and as people walked by the man would pull down his pants and expose himself.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Via Robina, 200 Block (8:25 p.m.) An informant called authorities because a group of five “ex-gang members” were loitering around her carport, making it unsafe for children and women who walked by.

FOUND PROPERTY Avenida Del Mar, 100 Block (11:13 a.m.) An informant called authorities because they found a traffic ticket in a parking lot. Apparently someone wasn’t too happy about getting a ticket.

DISTURBANCE South El Camino Real / Avenida Magdalena (8:04 p.m.) A homeless man wandered around a gas station asking drivers for money. When the drivers refused to give the man any money he became angry and verbally abusive towards them.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Del mar, 100 Block (7:35 a.m.) A woman called authorities because she thought her landlord was entering her apartment whenever she is out of town. Nothing was reported missing but some of her clothes were moved.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Colina Salida Del Sol, 1900 Block (7:27 p.m.) An informant called deputies when the former owner of her house tried to break in using an old remote to the garage door. When the informant confronted the former owner she sped away without saying a word.

SUSPICIOUS PERSON/CIRCUMSTANCES Avenida Victoria, 100 Block (9:34 p.m.) A woman ran down a street yelling that something was happening at a nearby bar and that a group of females were exposing themselves to everyone inside the business. Amazingly, a riot did not ensue.

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—Compiled by David Zimmerle

Props, Recognitions and Morsels of Info The SC Collaborative’s Neighborhood Outreach Committee in partnership w/ the Census 2010 will be hosting a community event at Max Berg Park Plaza March 27 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Since Central San Clemente has been designated a Hard-To-Count area they are trying to get the word out to residents of the importance of mailing back their census forms. An accurate count of the local population helps to ensure that San Clemente receives its fair share of federal funding. This funding includes resources for services, such as health care, education, and roads. Most 2010 Census questionnaires are delivered from March 15-17. More information is available from Dwight Delgado at 714.391.8551.

C’Siren Day Spa is celebrating its two-year anniversary and will be offering 20% off all spa treatments throughout the month of March. Now is a great time to come experience all that C’Siren has to offer. Check out their Web site for full details on services offered and up to date specials at www. csirendayspa.com.

The South Orange County Gem & Mineral Society (SOCGEMS) presents “Lapidary and Jewelry Craft Demonstrations” on Wednesday, March 17, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., in the multipurpose room of the San Clemente Community Center, located at 100 N. Calle Seville near the library at Avenida Del Mar. Club members will display and demonstrate their talents to each other and guests. Demonstrations and displays may include: jewelry arts, picture rocks, cabochons, wire wrapping, silver chain making, bead stringing, mineral photography, fossil displays, geodes, slabs, faceted gem stones set into rings or pendants, and much more. Some members will offer their products for sale. The public is invited and free refreshments are available. For more information call 949.361.7707 or visit www.socgems.org.

Fatburger in San Clemente wants to thank the thousands of Marines over the years who have made the restaurant a success. Now, during its 20th Anniversary Celebration, and to give back to those injured and wounded in the military, Fatburger is accepting a $20 tax-deductible donation that will go to those Wounded Warriors. With the donation comes a raffle ticket and a chance at winning a Hot Rod Car, fully street legal and valued at $30,000. All proceeds (less the cost of the car and promotional expenses) will be donated to benefit the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund (IMSFF) organization to support our local Wounded Warriors military. The raffle drawing will be held at Fatburger, 1017 S. El Camino Real, on Memorial Day, May 31. You need not be present to win and must be at least 18 years old to participate. For more information please contact Jim Howard at 949.463.1725 or by emailing jim@alohashirtman.com. u

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 9934 and Ladies Auxiliary proudly sponsor a Charitable Golf Tournament to fight leukemia and benefit Craig Brandmeier. The event will be held at Shorecliffs Golf Course, 501 Avenida Vaquero, on March 22 at 10 a.m. Those interested in attending are asked to be there one hour early. A $99 donation includes lunch. For more information contact Joe Snyder at 949.487.5288 or “Taro” at Shorecliffs at 949.492.1178.

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San Clemente Journal feature writer Bill Thomas will be autographing copies of his recent book “Hither, Thither & Yon” at Mathom House Books, 83 Via Pico Plaza, on March 13, from 10 a.m. to noon. The book is a collection of stories about people, places and events in and around San Clemente, and travel articles from South America to Alaska to Australia. Thomas is a local writer and author of nine books, and numerous articles in newspapers, magazines, and journals. He’s also a member of San Clemente’s Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission and an English professor at Saddleback College. Coffee and doughnuts will be served.

San Clemente Villas by the Sea invites you to join them in their St. Patrick’s Day “Luck of the Irish Party” on March 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the resort located at 660 Camino De Los Mares in San Clemente. Those who attend will be treated to Corned Beef & Cabbage, beer and wine, key lime pie and green cheesecake. San Clemente Villas is accepting donations with all money raised going to the Alzheimer’s Association. Entertainment for the evening will be provided by jazz musician George Butts. More information is available by visiting www.sanclementevillas.com or by calling 949.489.3400.

The Cyber Café winter schedule has several more dates this season. Computer Maintenance with Instructor Dan Feinberg will be held March 12 from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Backing Up Your Computer with Instructor Hank Lopez will be held March 19, from 9:30 a.m. to Noon. And Question and Answer Review for Computer Fundamentals with Instructors Ed Schwartz and Ann Dickson will be held March 26, from 9:30 a.m. to Noon. Workshops require a minimum of three days prior registration, tuition is $10 and seating is limited. Please call 949.276.8866 to register or email office@sccybercafe.org. The Cyber Café is located at 1030 Calle Negocio.

The following students represented San Clemente High School at Harvard Model Congress in Boston, February 2010: Marina Gemma, Sam Reed, Emily Geil, Tessa Shippy, McKenzie Kipe, Denise Rockstroh, Kim Curtis, Colby Taylor, Jasmin Donoso, Clarke Peterson, Korinne Kornmann, Rachel Namson, Xavier Marcel DeRoos, Julie Juarez, Jake Ritschel, Zia Kanani, Tamara Cotta, Kyle Teske, Katie Barnes, Brooke Beard, Reilly Gorman, Sarah Harley, Nadia Najd, Ashley Hong, Austin Tubbs, Sophia Courtesy photo Larsen, Brandon Winters. Mr Jeff Kolasa, AP US History teacher was the organizer, and was joined by Mrs. Ross and Mrs. Byers. Harvard Model Congress (HMC) is the largest congressional simulation conference in the world, providing high school students from across the U.S. and abroad with an opportunity to experience American government firsthand. It is run entirely by Harvard students.

Matthew Rinehart is a Life Scout with Troop 731 in San Clemente and is currently working on his Eagle Project. He is rebuilding 20 lunch tables for Vocational Visions–a school that helps over 400 people with mental and physical disabilities. He is holding an auction, dinner, raffle, and bake sale on Saturday, March 27 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Andrew’s by the Sea, 2001 Frontera. The public is welcome to attend and 100% of the proceeds go directly to funding the project. If you would like to make a contribution contact Matthew directly at mattrinehart@cox.net.

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The entry deadline for the 2nd Annual San Clemente Spring Photo Contest is March 31. The contest, open to all ages, is $10 (per photo) to enter and up to five photographs may be submitted per contestant. E-mail your photo to info@spanishvillagefoundation. org, then download an entry form from www. spanishvillagefoundation.org or request it by calling 949.322.6009. You can mail your entry form with the entry fee to Spanish Village Foundation, PO Box 75492, San Clemente, CA 92673. The festival theme is “My San Clemente.” Winners will be notified on or about May 14, and the grand prize is $1,000. Winners will be judged for content, composition, image quality and relevance to the festival theme. Winners’ photographs will be unveiled on May 14 at an evening reception from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Gallery 104 located at 166 Avenida Del Mar. u

Serra Preschool will hold its 1st Annual Spring Yard Sale March 13 from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the front lawn of the school at 1005 Calle Puente in San Clemente. “We need to raise enough money to pay for the massive hauling of Serra’s old playground sand, which is over 10 years old. We’re making room for the much needed new sand donated by local San Juan Capistrano based sand manufacturer Carmeuse,” says Holly Henderson, Chair of the Sand-Replacement Committee at Serra Preschool. Items for sale will include children’s clothing, gently used toys, baby equipment, kitchen items, household items and furniture. Refreshments will also be available for purchase. All items are being donated by Serra Preschool families. For questions, please contact Ami Marie at 949.361.7739. u

On Wednesday, February 24, Ian Christner won a La Jolla Beachcruiser bicycle, donated by Mr. Pete’s Burgers, for perfect attendance during his first semester at San Clemente High School. As a welcoming to freshmen students, this SCHS 1st Annual Perfect Attendance Opportunity Drawing was presented during the Freshmen Bootcamp, encouraging perfect attendance by the high school newcomers. At lunchtime that same day, Dave Levey, owner of Mr. Pete’s Burgers, randomly drew the lucky student’s name, handing over the bright red bike for him to take home. Keep your eyes open for Mr. Pete’s Burgers next SCHS fundraising event! For more information, please visit www.sctritons.com or Mr. Pete’s Burgers, 420 S. El Camino Real, or call 949.366.8323.

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The San Clemente Art Association’s Speaker Series will present accomplished portrait painter, Bradford J. Salamon on March 14 in the Ole Hanson Room of the San Clemente Community Center at 3 p.m. He is known for encouraging his models to move around and engage in lively conversation with him. Mr. Salamon has also agreed to critique a few portraits, for those who would like to bring one to the Demonstration. In his own words, Bradford summarizes his approach to painting: “My latest oil paintings juxtapose figure, costume, objects and light in an effort to tell a story, not an obvious or one dimensional narrative but one that is ambiguous.” For more information about the artist, please visit www.bradfordjsalamon.com. For more information on the event, contact the San Clemente Art Gallery at 949.492.7175 or Pam Hill at 949.369.0260.

The Shorecliffs PTA presents an all school event for students and parents called “Surviving and Thriving in High School” on March 17 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Shorecliffs Seahawk Center. This event gives key information for middle school children and their parents in assuming responsibility, selecting activities, understanding transcripts and much more. The program will be led by award-winning speaker and former CUSD College Guidance Director Debbie Morgan. Admission is free and there will be refreshments to benefit the eighth grade dance.

On Saturday, Feb. 27, The Friends of The Library’s big annual fundraiser Meet the Authors at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club in Mission Viejo provided funds for much needed expenses at the San Clemente Library as well as offering personal insights into the writing of books we love. The program began at 11:30 a.m. with registration and book sales, a portion of which was donated to SCFOL by bookseller Debbie Mitsch, and opened at noon by FOL board president David Estes. The year’s presenting authors were Sheila Lowe, Judith Freeman, and David Rosenfelt as all three helped elevate the mystery genre to literary heights. It was a wonderful afternoon that generated the year’s biggest proceeds for FOL and its on-going goals of support for needed programs and expansion into the senior center for much needed book storage.

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EDITORIAL Group Senior Editor, Editor, The Capistrano Dispatch > Jonathan Volzke

San Clemente resident Melinda Stone’s hubby sat stuck on I-5 with the rest of the world for three hours a week ago (so was this writer), as police eye-balled a discarded hand-grenade. It proved to be a dud. Ms. Stone reports (wrongly), if TCA’s Trestles toll road was in place, Mr. Stone could have bypassed the suspicious freeway grenade and gotten home on time. Wrong. Mr. Stone sat, out of reach of any viable detour, except for Vista Hermosa to La Pata. But Ms. Stone (“Backup on I-5 Foretells Trouble,” Soapbox, Vol. 5, Issue 9) is forgiven her grenade-toll-road-I-5-Pico vicinity miscue. Heck, TCA’s promoted their rejected Trestles toll road folly as the answer to every South County ill, including the common

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MARBLEHEAD SCHOOL PARKING A MESS

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cold. Apparently Ms. Stone’s a TCA true-believer. Truth be told, when the one-mile gap in La Pata gets completed (in 2012?), a viable, smart arterial/I-5 alternative, running all the way to Rancho Santa Margarita will save Mr. Stone his next three-hour wait. SC’s been waiting for a completed La Pata since 1956. Why the delay? Ask TCA. Then ask Ms. Stone to explain her description of TCA’s 16-mile fantasy toll road as “simple & tiny?” If her vision of 16-miles of toll road is “simple & tiny,” one’s gotta wonder, what Ms. Stone considers “big.”

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Cars stuck in traffic while heading south on I-5. Photo by David Zimmerle

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Lise Getz, San Clemente

Please, please, please can someone do something about the parking mess at Marblehead Elementary? I was notified by a police officer, while he was writing me a ticket, that they have been instructed by the City to enforce the “no parking” area on Vista Hermosa. Keep in mind, this is the only place to park during drop off and pick up, if you would like to create nice memories for your child of actually walking them to school. I have no idea what the City wants Marblehead parents to do when we have special events, such as award assemblies, or our Friday Aloha assemblies....are we supposed to forego them because the City won’t allow us to park by the school? Who would build a school that is on a street that ends at a cul-de-sac and not plan enough parking for the 550 students who will be attending? Walk pools are great ideas, but it isn’t feasible for those of us who work or live outside the immediate area. Why should we be forced to wait in a 20 minute line of traffic on

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e’re proud to then snail mail the entry form along with sponsor the the entry fee to Spanish Village Foundasecond annual tion, PO Box 75492, San Clemente, CA Spanish Village Foun92673. The deadline is March 31, and a dation’s Spring Photo winner will be named on or near May Festival, a contest 14. The winner’s photo—along with oththat aims to recognize ers—also will be featured in an issue of extraordinary photothe SC Times. graphs of San Clemente The Spanish Village Foundation is a Norb Garrett with a chance to win a non-profit organization that was started $1,000 grand prize. This year’s theme is three years ago by a group of San Clem“My San Clemente,” and participants can ente residents who wished to “reinforce enter up to five photographs at $10 per all that is good about San Clemente.” entry. Contestants must be 18 years or Mike Cotter, Raad Ghantous, John Alpay older, or have permission of their parent and Candy Haggard are directors of or guardian. Submitted photos must be the the foundation, whose mission it is “to Last year’s winning photo by Pamela Marches. original work of the contestant, who also recognize, celebrate and promote the must be the sole owner and creator of the photo(s). positive aspects of San Clemente.” Entering is easy. Go to www.spanishvillagefoundation. You can also pick up entry forms and rules at our office org to download an official entry form, or call 949.322.6009. located at 34932 Calle Del Sol, Ste B, Capistrano Beach, Email your photo to info@spanishvillagefoundation.org, CA, 92624.

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Vista Hermosa to get to the school? I want to pick my kids up personally and let them play at the park for a while and be kids. The only option I can see is for the City to allow parents a window of time to park on Vista Hermosa during drop off and pick up and during special school events. I would love to hear from the City to see what their plan is. Until then, I’ll be contesting my ticket...and I guess, waiting in line.

TARGET: THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COIN Frederick Price, San Clemente

The Target draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) now projects that the Target Store will generate nearly 10,000 additional car trips per day on city streets. There is little doubt in my mind that the vast majority of these trips will take place on Avenida Vista Hermosa, which already handles more than 23,000 car trips per day. The report concludes (Section 3-74) that the operational impact of thousands of additional cars on this highway will be less than significant. A conclusion that I totally disagree with. UltraSystems, the city-hired (or Target hired) environmental planning and consulting firm that conducted this study, found that “. . . project-related increases in traffic upon sensitive receptors would be less than 1dBA . . . and therefore would be less than significant.” Sound level aside, what part of more traffic equals more noise don’t they understand. No one in their right mind would conclude that 69.7 dBA (the projected sound level of traffic noise on Vista Hermosa when the Target Store is built) is acceptable in an area surrounded by residential homes. The city’s General Plan (Section 14.0 Noise/Subsection 14.2.1) states that noise levels in residential areas should not exceed and exterior level of 60dBA, and if they do “. . . mitigation measures will be taken to reduce noise exposure to levels within acceptable limits.” (Emphasis added). In 2005 and 2006, after homeowners twice petitioned the city to help reduce traffic noise on Avenida Vista Hermosa, the city implemented several mitigation measures. Two electronic speed signs were posted along the highway, the street (Cont. on page 12)

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SOAPBOX Letters (Cont. from page 10) received a coat of rubberized asphalt, and a 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. large truck prohibition was put in effect. With the exception of the latter, the city’s mitigation measures have had almost no affect in reducing traffic noise on Vista Hermosa. Other noise reduction promises were made by the city, but never kept. Knowing what they did about the appalling traffic noise problem faced by residents whose homes border Avenida Vista Hermosa, I find the city council’s actions regarding the Target Store nothing less than unconscionable. Instead of exploring alternative methods to reduce our noise exposure, they have seen fit to approve a project that will only add to our suffering. Finding a quick source of cash to build a sports park, is no excuse for this despicable act. Shame on you, city council. I am almost positive that the residents of Marblehead, New Providence and the Reserve, whose homes border Avenida Vista Hermosa, would gladly trade their traffic noise for Councilman [Wayne] Eggleston’s train whistles.

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CENSUS: GOVERNMENT INTRUSION OR GOVERNMENT VOICE? Joan Thompson and Sharon Holdt, Co-Presidents, Capo Bay League of Women Voters

Next week, the Federal Government will be mailing 2010 census forms to each household in the US. The Census Bureau is billing the 2010 Census as “10 questions in 10 minutes” as it is one of the shortest forms in the history of the Census dating back to 1790. Why did our Founding Fathers establish the Census? They had this revolutionary idea of citizens having a fair voice in their government by counting everyone to determine the amount of representation from each state. The Census information is also used to allocate federal funds and to draw electoral districts. If you have questions about your census form once you receive it, you can go to the Census web site at 2010census. gov. The League of Women Voters of Capistrano Bay urges you when your census form arrives, to fill it out, and send it back. Your country will thank you. It is one of our most important duties as a citizen.

SAN O FOUNDATION MUST STAY TRUE TO ITS MISSION STATEMENT Andy Horn, San Clemente

In light of the San Onofre Foundation’s contest to design a bridge to Lowers, I would like to address the Foundation mission statement and logo, a painting of San Mateo Valley and Trestles without man-made structures. The Foundation’s mission statement states its goal is to “promote a strong image that San Onofre State Beach is a world treasure that must never be compromised.” Mr. Delanty states in his letter to the editor of SC Times, his painting will be used to define and inspire the mission of the Foundation. He suggests the Foundation will preserve the natural remains of the area through step-by-step planning, considering the impact on all “stakeholders.” He said the Foundation commissioned the painting to convey San Mateo Valley as a treasure worth saving. The use of art in propaganda has a long history. It is most often thought to be used to promote distorted and deceptive agendas. This is not always the case, it can be a meaningful way to express valuable insight and reactions. The painting suggests despite San Mateo Valley not being pristine,

the remaining morsels of God’s creation are worth saving. I have no reason to believe Mr. Delanty has nothing but good intentions. I would urge members of the Foundation to take a good look at his painting, use it as inspiration. However, intentions must be measured with your actions. The Foundation has made it a priority to connect the contest event parking to Lowers with a bridge, creating the fastest and most convenient path for customers of surf contests. It is unknown if it will allow the current use of bicycles. The freeway and railroad are evidence previous generations have seen this area as an obstacle to traverse. The toll road is evidence this mentality still exists. The state park has played a critical role in mitigating use and preservation. However, with the construction of a large lifeguard tower and now a proposed bridge, one wonders if the state sees the cliffs to Lowers as an obstacle to convenience and use. A prominent person on the board of the Foundation works for a surf industry company owned by a large corporation sponsoring a professional surf contest at Lowers; does he see the park as an obstacle to profits? If the mission statement sees Trestles as “a world treasure that must never be compromised,” this is a strange way to express it. Build bridges, pass laws and post signs, people will always find a way to put themselves at risk. This is not an issue of safety. The beach is safely accessed under the railroad a short distance to the south of Lowers or from Uppers to the north. The Foundation’s intentions to continue building infrastructure is in direct conflict with their mission statement and a low blow to all who fought the toll road. The additional time to access Lowers is not asking too much. We take more than we give; allowing a little inconvenience as a small token of respect would be a better response to the needs of all who use the beach.

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Guest Opinion: By Gary Headrick, Founder San Clemente Green

White Powder Calls For Intervention Issues continue at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station

he struggles we face together as a town strengthen our relationships. It’s what makes us more of a village than a city. It’s the difference between a house and a home. Family members don’t always see eye to eye, but they certainly do come together when they need to. That is what I’ve been seeing as we come to grips with what could be a serious threat posed by the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS). The plant is being run by those given the difficult task to “improve performance”, which requires creating greater efficiencies while maintaining extremely rigorous safety standards. The complex operations are being supervised by highly qualified people from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) who have the huge responsibility of overseeing the work of over 3000 employees with only three onsite inspectors. Our city leaders are understandably focused on other matters that do actually fall within their jurisdiction and they are relying on others at SONGS to do the same. But we still have serious doubts about our safety, and it is time to take a hard look at the evidence. Without going into a lot of detail, here is the situation that confronts us. It seems the new management team at SONGS is struggling to find that perfect balance between safety and optimization for “improved performance”. The NRC is operating under guidelines that require them to push the responsibility of resolving many of the safety violations back onto those who may have made conditions unsafe in the first place. The workforce is doing their best to comply with rising expectations while questioning the impact on safety, if they dare to do so, in what some see as a climate of fear and retaliation. Then there is our trusting Page 12 • San Clemente Times • March 11–17, 2010

community, just now waking up to this harsh reality of the worsening conditions recently documented by the NRC. Now, the questions have been raised loud and clear, as many members of the community have spoken out in unison, (see “LETTERS” at www.sanclementegreen.org). The situation is unhealthy, dangerous and persistent. Gary Headrick My brother is a doctor who treats patients suffering from chemical dependency, and the similarities are hard to miss. The complexity of the problems goes far beyond the individual. Those who are closest to the patient must realize that things will only get worse if someone doesn’t step in to help that person understand that they are on the path of self destruction, taking those they love along with them. We all have a role to play in helping others to make better choices which have a direct bearing on our collective future, starting with acknowledging the problem, and then becoming more accountable for our own actions. My brother says it takes at least 90 days to purge the toxins from the body so a person is able to return to a balanced chemistry. That medical advice may be just as applicable here, and as fate would have it, that opportunity may have just arrived in the form of another unexpected delay. Unit 2 has suffered yet another setback recently, due to a fine coating of white powder that was accidentally blasted all over the entire chamber of the containment dome while test-

ing for air leaks under high pressure, (article on our website). Experts confirm that this has the potential to have a corrosive effect on equipment, can foul sensitive instruments; and can block filters and motors resulting in failures due to heat buildup. Let’s make the best of this situation and intentionally extend this delay long enough to do a thorough clean up and to restore our faith in SONGS. That would give us a chance to review safety preparedness, distribute iodide tablets, and see how successful the management team is in establishing a renewed standard of excellence in efficiency and safety. This is the perfect time for an “intervention”, and the NRC is the agency to do it. Please call Judith Walker of the NRC at 800.695.7403, ext. 145 to encourage a 90 day “detox” period to address the powder issue along with the other safety concerns that they have already identified, before Unit 2 is allowed to come back on line. The time has come for all of us challenge our assumptions about SONGS and face the issues head-on. This is the kind of “tough love” that is called for. We may not be comfortable with the diagnosis as we take a hard look at reality, but in the end, we will become closer and stronger as a “family” that has come together in a difficult situation through honest dialogue, with open minds and a strong commitment to do what is right for the greater good. PLEASE NOTE: The opinions offered here are solely those of the guest columnist and may or may not be shared by the San Clemente Times staff. We appreciate, however, their willingness to share their views, and we invite responses to be sent to letters@sanclementetimes.com.

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GETTING OUT

YOUR SEVEN-DAY EVENT PLANNER

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The List

A day-by-day guide to what’s happening in and around town this week. Compiled by Tawnee Prazak

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SUGAR PLUM ARTS & CRAFT FESTIVAL

10 a.m.–9 p.m. Shop for handmade arts and crafts at the OC Fair & Event Center through the weekend. Admission: Free. Parking $5. 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, 562.598.0857, sugarplumcrafts.com.

JOHN TROY

5 p.m.–8 p.m. Music at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com.

BARKSIDE BASH YAPPY HOUR

5 p.m.–7 p.m. Free inspirational seminar & book signing with Heidi Ganahl, founder of Camp Bow Wow and author of “Tales from the BarkSide.” Event includes raffles, wine & refreshments. Limited space; RSVP. 220 Call Pintoresco, San Clemente, 949.218.7387, www.campbowwow.com.

“COMBAT STORIES”

Go See Do

“Night Watch” Debuts at Cabrillo

The Cabrillo Playhouse, San Clemente’s source for the very best in community theatre, debuts the murder mystery thriller “Night Watch” on Friday, March 12. Written by Lucille Fletcher and directed by Trina Flossing, “Night Watch” is a mind-twisting drama that promises to keep audiences hooked from start to finish. “Night Watch” opens Friday, March 12 and runs through Saturday, April 3. Performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The final performance will be on Saturday, April 3 with both a 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. performance. Tickets are $20 each and may be purchased online at www.cabrilloplayhouse.org or by calling the box office at 949.492.0465. File photo

CHIMNEY FISH & GUESTS

NEON NATION

JALOHA

FESTIVAL OF WHALES

9 p.m. Reggae concert at OC Tavern. Tickets $7. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com. 5 p.m.–8 p.m. Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com.

“NIGHT WATCH”

8 p.m. Opening night of The Cabrillo Playhouse’s murder-mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Shows Thursday through Sunday until April 3. Tickets $20. 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente, 949.492.0465, www.cabrilloplayhouse.org.

CUTTING-EDGE COMEDY

8 p.m. Second City Touring Company visits Saddleback College for a night of laughs. General admission $32. McKinney Theatre. 28000 Marguerite Pkwy., Mission Viejo, 949.582.4656, www.saddleback.edu/arts.

LORD OF THE STRINGS

7:30 p.m. Solo jazz guitar with Dr. Martin Taylor at the Dana Point Community House. Tickets $25. Saturday show at MV Civic Center. 24642 San Juan Ave., Dana Point, 949.842.2227, www.lordofthestringsconcerts.com.

1ST ANNUAL ST. CHOLULA’S DAY FIESTA

9 p.m. Rib Trader hosts Junk Country Blues Rock with the Cholulas. Prizes and drink specials. No Cover. 911 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.6665, www.theribtrader.com.

6 p.m. Casa Romantica kicks off its World War II Speaker Series with first-hand accounts by those who lived through WWII. Admission free; suggested donation $5. The WWII exhibit runs through April 18. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, www.casaromantica.org.

UNDERCOVER

SATIN BLUE

TIJUANA DOGS

8 p.m.–11 p.m. Top-40 hits, R&B and dance music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Entertainment at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

8 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Mixed rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

OPEN MIC NIGHT

ROD PIAZZA

9 p.m. Open mic night at Knuckle Heads. No cover. 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.2410.

TABLE QUIZ THURSDAY

7:30 p.m. Pub quiz benefitting the San Clemente Education Foundation at Molly Blooms. Entry fee is $5. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

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TWO ANGELS WINERY FROM ROPERT PEPI! 5:30 p.m.–9 p.m. San Clemente Wine Company welcomes Steve Kreps, Jr. of Two Angles Winery. Tasting fee is $15 for 7 wines with cheese, crackers & chocolate. 212 1/2 Avenida Del Mar; 949.429.7067; www.scwinecompany.com.

ALOHA FRIDAYS WITH EASE UP

9 p.m. All-night happy hour at BeachFire for guests dressed “Island-Style” plus live reggae music. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com. Page 14 • San Clemente Times • March 11–17, 2010

9 p.m. Ultimate ‘80s cover band at Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com. 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Dana Point hosts its 39th annual seafaring weekendlong celebration in the Harbor featuring a parade, street fair, art exhibits, car shows, concerts, games, sports, environmental and educational activities, crafts, whale-watching excursions and much more. Fun for the whole family. Info: 949.472.7888, www.festivalofwhales.org.

CASINO NIGHT FUNDRAISER

The San Clemente Junior Woman’s Club hosts a night of gambling, food, drinks, auctions and more to benefit local charities and organizations at Irons in the Fire. Tickets $50 each or $100 for the Texas Hold ‘Em Tournament. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.7351, www.scjwc.org.

MOLLY BLOOM’S “HEAD-SHAVING” FUNDRAISER

6 p.m.–9 p.m. Volunteers will be shaven bald at Molly Blooms to raise money for The St. Baldricks Foundation that funds research for kids’ cancer. Followed by music by The Droppers. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

LA PRESIDENTA BALL

6:30 p.m. The Fiesta Association presents the annual dinner & dance event with live music by Swing Shift at El Adobe. Guest encouraged to dress in 1800s-style attire. Tickets $50 each. 31891 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1976, www.swallowsparade.org.

BAYOU BROTHERS

7:30 p.m.–11 p.m. Iva Lee’s. 555 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.361.2855, www.ivalees.com.

ELLIOT

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live piano at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

8 p.m. The blues harp musician plays at The Coach House with Third Degree and Blues Bettie. Tickets $15. 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, 949.496.8930, www.thecoachhouse.com.

OC ELVIS

FEED THE KITTY

COMEDY NIGHTS ON STAGE II

9:30 p.m. Molly Blooms. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

BAD KITTY PROJECT

9 p.m. Goody’s Tavern. 206 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.492.3400, www.goodystavern.com.

saturday13 forecast: mostly sunny • high: 66° low: 46°

SECOND SATURDAY ART FAIR

10 a.m.–4 p.m. It’s back! The San Juan Chamber presents the monthly art event showcasing 60 artists, craftspeople and musicians along the streets of Camino Capistrano, Yorba, Verdugo and Los Rios. 949.493.4700, www.sjcartfair.org.

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Rock ‘n’ roll tribute to the King at 210 Dance at the Lounge. 32124 Paseo Adelanto, 949.661.9800, www.210dance.com. 7:30 p.m.; 9:30 p.m. 8 p.m. The Camino Real Playhouse presents an all-star cast of comedians. Tickets $12. 31776 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, 949.489.8082, www.caminorealplayhouse.org.

FAMILY STYLE

8 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Funk, rock and R&B at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

DUBLUVA

9 p.m. The local band plays coastal reggae, rock and blues at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

DEREK BORDEAUX

9 p.m.–12 a.m. Funk, blues, R&B and dancing at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com. (Cont. on page 16) www.sanclementetimes.com

GETTING OUT

SC Times Restaurant Spotlight

By Danielle Juncal

Mr. B’s Pizza Kitchen

RATE IT!

31111 Rancho Viejo Road, San Juan Capistrano, 949.240.8100

Have you eaten at this restaurant?

BEST KNOWN FOR: Casual Italian cuisine MOST POPULAR ITEM: “The Godfather” Pizza Mr. B’s Pizza Kitchen, the newest addition to the Marbella Plaza in San Juan Capistrano, offers authentic Italian eats and a comfortable atmosphere. A bright crimson red gives the restaurant’s interior pizzazz, and the wafting scents of freshly baked bread and pizza entice the senses. A spacious seating area accommodates the late night rush. “Mr. B’s provides a friendly, neighborhood restaurant experience,” said owner Richard Barcamonte. “It’s like a home away from home, except someone else is doing the cooking.” “The Godfather” Pizza, their most popular item, includes sausage, pepperoni, bell pepper, black olives, onions, capicola, and spicy red sauce. A variety of salads, pasta, pizzas and more crowd the menu and provide endless possibilities to quell one’s hunger. The Tour of Italy meal special involves many Mr. B’s Italian flavors; it includes salad, spaghetti, lasagna, ravioli, with optional additional items such as baked mozzarella. Also, eight widescreen televisions are placed throughout the restaurant, providing endless sports entertainment throughout the dining experience. “Once you come to Mr. B’s Pizza Kitchen, you’ll want to come again because the food is great and the prices are right.” said Barcamonte.

Mr. B’s Pizza Kitchen. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

PRICE RANGE: $3.45 - $25 RESERVATIONS: Available

PAYMENT: Cash/Major Credit Cards HOURS: Tuesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.

Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and rate your overall experience. We’ll post the results in next week’s issue of the SC Times.

Last week online voters gave

Pain du Monde

¼ 2 Ritz Carlton Drive, Dana Point, 949.488.2330 (Rated on a scale of 1–5 stars)

ABOUT OUR REVIEWS: In each issue we’ll highlight universally critical points including “Most Popular Dish,” “Best Known For” and “Price Range.” But most importantly, we’re inviting you to participate each week and rate the restaurant based on your experiences. Go to www.sanclementetimes.com and under “Restaurant Guide” rate it from 1 to 5 then share your thoughts on the SC Times forums. (Cont. from page 14)

sunday14 forecast: sunny • high: 67° low: 47°

SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET

9 a.m.–1 p.m. Bundles of flowers, fresh produce and much more every Sunday on Avenida Del Mar. Rain or shine.

SIGHTSEEING CATAMARAN TOUR

12 p.m.–3 p.m. Dana Wharf takes you out to sea to observe the coastline of Laguna Beach. Tour includes lunch and whale & dolphin watching. Tickets $49. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

TARYN DONATH

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Blues piano at The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

CHRIS CRAM

9 p.m. Human jukebox at BeachFire. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

JahRootSalem at the Galaxy

With humble beginnings in San Clemente, reggae band JahRootSalem have come a long way. Since releasing the album “Critical Times” last October, the band is now set to open for Bob Marley’s former band “The Wailers,” Sunday March 14 at the Galaxy Theater in Santa Ana. “This is an incredible opportunity for us,” band member Adam Gerhard said. “We never thought in a million years that we’d be playing in a show with Bob Marley’s band. We used to joke around and say we would some day but we never thought it would actually happen. It’s something you tell your kids about!” The show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 and are still available. 3503 Harbor Blvd., Santa Ana, 714.957.0600, www.galaxytheatre.com

Editor’s Pick

monday15 forecast: partly cloudy • high: 68° low: 48°

CHRIS CRAM

KELLY RAE & MICK TARAS

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6 p.m.–9 p.m. Acoustic pop music at Salt Creek Grille. 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, 949.661.7799, www.saltcreekgrille.com.

forecast: sunny • high: 69° low: 47°

HAVE A TACO, HELP BUILD A HOUSE

6 p.m.–8 p.m. Fundraiser at Olamendi’s Restaurant to help build houses for the needy in Baja California. San Clemente Presbyterian Church, working with Baja Christian Ministries, provides volunteer labor for this ministry. A portion of the proceeds from each meal will help buy materials. 34664 Pacific Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach. Call Dean Monahan, 949.415.7157 for info. 10 a.m. Dana Wharf offers discounts on whale watching, fishing, etc, every Tuesday. Reservations recommended. 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, 949.496.5794, www.danawharf.com.

BROWN BAG LUNCH SERIES: WWII EXHIBIT 12 p.m. Casa Romantica presents “Memories of WWII – Personal Memorabilia Part I” featuring collector Joe Trumpio providing background on artifacts in the WWII exhibit. Suggested donation $5. 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, 949.498.2139, wwwcasaromantica.org.

CHERYL SILVERSTEIN

6 p.m.–9 p.m. Jazz music at Agostino’s Ristorante Italiano. 34700 Coast Hwy. Ste. 100, Capistrano Beach, 949.661.8266.

BRAD JOHNSON & KILLIN TIME

7 p.m. Live music and country dance lessons at OC Tavern. Tickets $5 before 9 p.m. 2369 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente, 949.542.8877, www.octavern.com.

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St. Patrick’s Day

forecast: sunny • high: 66° low: 47°

ST. PADDY’S CELEBRATION

5 p.m. Corned beef and cabbage, green beer and fun at Irons in the Fire. 150 E. Avenida Magdalena, San Clemente, 949.542.3900, www.beachfire.com.

ST. PADDY’S WITH THE BLOKES

SMOKEY KARAOKE

THIRD WHEELS

10 a.m. Screening of “Alice in Wonderland 2D” for parents of infants at the Krikorian, tickets $7.50. 641 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, 949.661.7469, www.kptmovies.com. Page 16 • San Clemente Times • March 11–17, 2010

JARED PALAZZOLO

9 p.m. Vocalist and guitarist from the band Knockout at BeachFire. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

The ﬁrst three people to email us with SC Times Free Concert Tix in the subject line will receive a pair of free concert tickets from The Coach House to see Moonalice on March 18, a band that blends elements of roots, blues, psychedelia, and folk. Current members include G.E. Smith (SNL band leader), Barry Sless (David Nelson & Friends, Phil Lesh & Friends), Pete Sears (Jefferson Starship, Hot Tuna), Ann McNamee, Roger McNamee, Jimmy Sanchez, and Jack Casady (Jefferson Airplane/Starship, Hot Tuna). Please include your name and phone number in the e-mail. E-mail: tickets@sanclementetimes.com.

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UPCOMING: MARCH 18

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Eclectic rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

MOMMY MOVIE MONDAY

7:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Rock at Renaissance. 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point, 949.661.6003, www.renaissance-danapoint.com.

HALF-PRICED OCEAN TRIPS

9 p.m. An authentic Irish celebration at Molly Blooms Irish Bar & Restaurant with live music. 2391 S. El Camino Real, San Clemente 92672, 949.218.0120, www.mollybloomspub.com.

8 p.m. Sing fearlessly behind a cloud of theatrical smoke at BeachFire and enjoy Mojito Monday. No cover. 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.366.3232, www.beachfire.com.

DAN LEFLER

7 p.m.–11 p.m. Live entertainment The Cellar. 156 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente, 949.492.3663, www.thecellarsite.com.

FIESTA GRANDE & ST. PADDY’S PARTY

6 p.m. The Fiesta Association presents the annual event at Swallow’s Inn with entertainment featuring the Best Dressed Old Man & Woman, Best Belt Buckle and more. $5 entry fee. 31786 Camino Capistrano, 949.493.1976, www.swallowsparade.org.

ARTIST BY THE SEA

7 p.m. Quiksilver’s Bob McKnight and filmmaker Greg MacGillivray visit The Ocean Institute to talk about the surf industry, surf culture, show film clips and more. General admission $12. 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, 949.496.2274, www.ocean-institute.org. UPCOMING: MARCH 20

52ND ANNUAL SWALLOW’S DAY PARADE & MERCADO

8 p.m.–5 p.m. Downtown San Juan transforms for the biggest event of the year put on by the Fiesta Association. The “Fiesta de las Golondrinas” features the largest non-motorized parade in the nation and a huge Mercado with food, drinks, live music and much more. 949.493.1976, www.swallowsparade.org.

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PROFILES OF OUR COMMUNITY

SUDOKU by Myles Mellor and Susan Flanagan Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9X9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3X3 squares. To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain

each of the numbers 1 to 9. Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difﬁcult. Level: Medium Last week’s solution:

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Memories of a Tragedy San Clemente volunteers reminisce on their personal experiences while providing humanitarian relief in Haiti By Robyn Wyman-dill San Clemente Times

s a shocked world watched the devastating impact of a 7.0 magnitude earthquake on the people of Haiti, members of the San Clemente community rallied to their aid—without hesitation. Paramedics, private citizens, physicians and elementary school children contributed their time and resources to raise funds and provide supplies and clothing. Among them, Rescue and Search Specialist Mike Goudchaux, Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Gus Gialamas, his Family Nurse Practitioner wife, Lyle, Internist Dr. Steve Cullen and his IC Nurse wife, Cathy, joined a national effort to help those critically in need at the devastation sites. So moved by the plight of the Haitian people, Gialamas made a call that very night to a physician friend in the Dominican Republic to see what they could do to help. When it was determined they were urgently needed, Gialamas contacted the Director of Operation Rainbow, Laura Escobosa, to help assemble other members to join them. Their first team of seasoned veterans of trauma sites from across the country were readied and bound for Haiti less than a week later. Operation Rainbow, a non-profit organization headquartered in Oakland, conducts six to nine humanitarian medical missions each

Above: Dr. Steve Cullen in the ICU in Haiti. Courtesy photo Right: Children of Haiti. Photo courtesy of Barry Rose

A child with a femur fracture. Courtesy photo

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year. It provides much- needed orthopedic intervention for children and adults with congenital abnormalities and untreated chronic injury in third and fourth world countries. The situation in Haiti, however, would be entirely new turf for them. Although Cullen had experience working without lighting and running water in the Northridge earthquake disaster of 1994, and performed under compromised conditions in South America, Haiti was not typical of their other missions. “We were entering war-like conditions,” Gialamas said. “It was not as controlled.” That did not deter them. “When I got the call from Dr. Gus, my wife and I spent the next 12 hours pulling our stuff together, boarding an American Airlines flight out of L.A., the very next day,” Cullen said. That “stuff” amounted to more than $1,000 worth of medications. “It only took one 3 a.m. call and within half an hour, Pharmacist Jerry Medley met me at Sea View Pharmacy to assemble my request, providing me with supplies such as Motrin, Tylenol, Vicodin and IV antibiotics at a fraction of their retail costs,” Cullen said. Travel meds for their team were also

provided by Sea View and included malaria, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn and headache tablets. A 4 a.m. call made to Tony Struthers, CEO at Saddleback San Clemente Hospital, resulted in Gialamas securing much needed IV supplies and lifesaving medications for advance cardiac life support. “Tony graciously told us to take what we needed,” Gialamas said. Two thousand pounds of medical supplies from San Francisco, San Clemente and Florida came together in varying shapes and sizes. Gialamas packed six of his own bags carrying surgical supplies from his own office and Saddleback San Clemente Hospital. Cullen packed an 18”x18”x5’ duffle bag with medications and supplies from his office and Saddleback

San Clemente Hospital. Anesthesiologists also bought their own supplies. “Ordinarily weight is an issue when we arrive at the airport. But, American Airlines raised no concerns this time around when they knew we were bound for Haiti,” Cullen said. Rallying to the call for duty meant compromises on their families. The Cullen family has three children. Daughter Gabrielle and son Cody who attend Vista Del Mar Elementary and Middle school required a baby-sitter. Twenty-two-year old daughter Cassandra, who attends nursing school and serves in the Air Force Reserves, is slated to leave with her unit for Haiti in the upcoming weeks. The Gialamas’s three daughters, Costa, Leslie, and Patricia are high school graduates and able to handle themselves on their own. Allowed only one carry-on per person, the medical team reserved the space for their clothing and toiletries. Nothing fancy; just scrubs, underwear, toilet articles and jeans. Their destination - Jimani, The Dominican Republic—a main thoroughfare to Haiti, situated 30 miles outside of Port-au-Prince and approximately two miles from the Haitian border. Upon touchdown, Gialamas, who headed up the first team, and his colleagues were quickly transported to Bueno Samaritano Hospital to review the site—less than a week after the earthquake’s first fatal blow. “Outside of a small operating room, there really was nothing there,” Gialamas said. A chapel was converted into a makeshift hospital. An orphanage accompanied 200 recovering patients. Bueno Samaritano Hospital, originally built to provide medical services for migrant Haitian sugar cane workers and their families was now overwhelmed with refugees. “Everything was made into a hospital,” Cullen said. “Even the hallways had beds lining them.” There was chaos everywhere. More than $1 million of unlabeled medical equipment lay scattered across the 10-acre grounds. Within 36 hours, volunteers from around the world joined together to organize the confusion. Shelves were built, supplies catalogued, and a pharmacy was assembled. ICU and recovery units were set up. Gialamas and his team, although a skeleton crew carrying half the normal supplies load, still had to hit the decks running. Cullen handled his first case within one and (Cont. on page 22) www.sanclementetimes.com

SC LIVING Memories of a Tragedy (Cont. from page 18) a half hours of his arrival at the site. Their team worked shifts around the clock, each member averaging a 13–15 hour work day. “We were dealing with war injuries without x-ray machines or sterilizers on hand to facilitate our efforts.” Gialamas said. “Some surgeries performed by other teams had to be repeated.” On average, injured Haitian refugees began arriving by helicopter every 15–20 minutes on their first day. Trucks and pickups brought others by land. Two to three operating rooms stayed active—nonstop. “In the beginning there was a general sense of uneasiness among us,” Gialamas said. “So many of the injured and sick had gone without food and water. These factors can trigger the worst in humanity.” Within days, The Jimani Project, a U.S.based nonprofit organization whose primary objective is to provide medical and social assistance to the most impoverished areas in the Western hemisphere, brought in food and water. Yet, meals were missed. Lunches often consisted of water, cookies, crackers and Snickers bars. Lots of chicken and lots of rice were served at dinner. “We get into the habit of not eating too much because it usually leads to diarrhea and constipation,” Cullen said. With a new Operation Rainbow team arriving each week, other medical supplies became more readily available. The Dominican Republic Army was also deployed to maintain the peace. “Once the army was in place, we all breathed a sigh of relief,” Gialamas said. The Esperanza International Foundation with its mission to free children and their families from poverty through initiatives that generate income, education and health partnered with Operation Rainbow, providing the medical team with housing in a lakeside village about 15 miles from Jimani. “We had two to three beds in each room, no hot or running water and a resemblance of a shower,” Cullen said. “It was by no means glamorous.” Yet, it was because of Gialamas’ insight, declining accommodations two hours away from the hospital site, that his team was able to work almost immediately and in a safer environment. “A lot of teams went to Haiti and were frustrated,” Cullen said. “Either they didn’t have a hospital to work in, equipment to use or their supplies were stuck on the tarmac or

Above: Mike Goudchaux with Red Rescue in front of the Presidential Palace Port-au-Prince. Right: Mike Goudchaux and family at a recognition event that the Los Angeles County Fire Department put on. Courtesy photos

stolen. Still others couldn’t stay for security reasons.” Yet, the need for aid was apparent in every direction. Assigned directly to Portau-Prince, San Clemente resident Mike Goudchaux, a firefighter specialist trained in urban search and rescue; encompassing confined spaces, swift-water, advanced rope, collapsed structures and low angle rescues, accompanied the U.S.A. 2 rescue and recovery team. “I was just getting ready to go out to dinner with my oldest daughter Maddison when I got the call to report for duty,” Goudchaux said. “It was her 11th birthday.” While Goudchaux was away, his wife Cori held down the fort keeping their kids informed and nerves calmed on a regular basis. Daughter Maddison and son Jack joined in a fundraising drive at Marblehead Elementary School which raised $500 for Haitian victims. When Goudchaux arrived just two days after the major quake with six scent-trained dogs, their handlers, safety gear, food, water, tools, lumber, ropes, computers, search cameras, satellite phones and members of the U.S.A. 2 team, he worked for 48 hours straight pulling victims from the rubble. His team took up residence at the U.S. Embassy and remained in Port-au-Prince averaging 24 hour shifts for 16 days. During that time

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Goudchaux was personally responsible for four live rescues. Most of the patients were dehydrated and contaminated with disease. The solution to keeping people alive with gangrene infections was often amputation. Gialamas treated roughly 1,000 patients and performed 500 surgeries over his seven day stay. A few days after arriving, a 2.8 magnitude aftershock struck Haiti again. “When the aftershock happened, all the Haitians that could ran out of the buildings,” Gialamas said. “Others were helped by family members.” “They threw mattresses out the windows and jumped out after them,” Cullen recalled. “And, there was no way they were going to go back into those buildings.” At least 52 aftershocks measuring magnitudes of 4.1 or greater have been recorded so far. Yet, despite all these hardships and geologic uncertainties, there was still room for hope and inspiration. “We tell lots of jokes,” Cullen said. “We love doing the stuff we’re doing and, we love each other.” Gialamas remembered fondly the soulful, spiritual, and resilient quality of the Haitian

people in the face of adversity. “They are truly grateful people,” Gialamas said. “Every day ended with hymn singing. It was so moving.” The most memorable of Goudchaux’s live rescues took three hours. A shorter time than average for most rescues. “Jeanette’s hands were trapped under a bank in a parking lot,” Goudchaux said. “A little boy playing in a pile of debris overheard her screaming to Jesus and ran and got help.” Nurse Practitioner Lyle Gialamas recalled her youngest patient, a 18-month old baby girl named Michelle, whose right lower leg had been crushed. “Her father told us that his family didn’t want a daughter who is an amputee,” she said. “We told him that he wouldn’t have a daughter if she wasn’t operated on.” The operation was performed successfully and after convalescing in the orphanage, her mother showed up one day to pick little Michelle up. Cullen recounted the story of Louis Eric, who suffered third degree burns over 40 percent of his body. Maggots covered his entire back. Under normal circumstances, his survival would have been tentative. After being treated by their team, he was airlifted to the USNS Comfort, a hospital ship fitted with 1,000 beds. “Observing the efforts of our military—Operation USNS Comfort—providing assistance to the sickliest of patients made me proud to be an American,” Gialamas said. “It sent chills of pride down my spine just watching those U.S. Navy helicopters sweeping down to transport patients,” Cullen said. The 60 intensive care beds onboard soon expanded to 80 in anticipation of more severe injuries. So far, three different teams of approximately 40 orthopedic surgeons and staff from the U.S. contributed to the total of 530 surgeries that were performed. Haiti is the poorest country in the Western hemisphere. Its people have endured political violence throughout its history. It is estimated that 3 million people were impacted by the earthquake. The structural devastation impacted 250,000 residences and 30,000 commercial buildings, many of which collapsed. In addition, 200,000 people have been reported dead. Another estimated 300,000 people have been treated for injuries. And yet, there are shades of hope at a rainbow’s end. A healthy baby boy was delivered at Bueno Samaritano hospital, bringing a sense of joy to the refugees and medical compound. SC

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& OUTDOORS STORIES, SCORES, SCHEDULES & MORE

5 BEST BETS BOYS VOLLEYBALL

GIRLS LACROSSE

SWIMMING

HOCKEY

BOYS BASEBALL

Mustangs vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School March 11, 6 p.m.

Wolfpack vs. Tritons, San Clemente High School March 12, 5 p.m.

Capo Valley Relays, Sharks vs. Ducks, Capo Valley High Honda Center School March 14, 5 p.m. March 13, 2 p.m.

Chargers vs. Tritons (DH), Saddleback Comm. College March 15, 4:30 p.m.

As the boys prep to compete in the South Coast League, they’ll get an early test against Trabuco Hills.

The Lady Tritons look to keep their winning ways when they face the Great Oak Wolfpack in a key nonleague contest.

Boys and girls swimming at San Clemente High School are set for action as they compete against numerous schools in the ﬁnal day of this popular swim event.

The Tritons are set to square-off against El Toro as they host the Chargers in a nonleague doubleheader at home.

Info: www.sctritons.com

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The last-place Ducks look to give divisional leader San Jose a run for their money in an important home game. Info: www.ducks.nhl.com

Info: www.sctritons.com

Springing into Action San Clemente High School spring sports teams are bringing the heat By David Zimmerle, Norb Garrett, Austin Reagan and Heather Turney San Clemente Times

s winter’s big chill fades away, it’s time to roll through the splendor of spring and the cornucopia of sports provided this prep season. Eleven quality sports teams at San Clemente High School close out the athletic calendar and another school year. So thaw out and shake off the frost because it’s time to get outdoors and enjoy the final stretch of games ahead.

This season the boys volleyball team is looking for its ninth straight South Coast League title. Are they in the crosshairs of just about every team in league? Definitely. However, the Tritons (2-0) are in reset mode having graduated much of their personnel from last season’s 26-8 overall and 10-0 SCL record. It’s always a big task to repeat, but head coach Ken Goldstone already sees something special about this group. “Overall, this is a great squad, with good volleyball players–no real superstars, just a solid group of guys that want to win,” Goldstone said. “Our success in the past has been based on emphasizing ball control, passing and being consistent–it’s really a combination of a lot of different things.” Returning to varsity are seniors Hudson Glover (S/OPP) and Zak Beard. Both players bring experience and talent to a team that will need it during crunch time. New to varsity are seniors Nick Castellana (MB), Paul Yoder (S/OPP), Wyatt Kincaid (L) and Grady Ela (OPP). Junior Dominic Lile (S) will be a force in the passing game, while sophomores Dillon Hoffman (OH) and Travis Wilson (MB) will be key to maintaining the synergy it takes to be champions. “I hope we work real hard to keep this streak going,” Goldstone said. “The (SCL) is very evenly matched this year so it should be good motivation for the guys.” —DZ

BOYS VOLLEYBALL

// VARSITY BOYS VOLLEYBALL SCHEDULE // DATE

OPPONENT

LOCATION

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2/27 3/3 3/9 3/10 3/11 3/17 3/19-20

Corona del Mar Foothill Poway Edison Trabuco Hills Woodbridge Orange County Championship Laguna Beach Alumni Match *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo Redondo Classic Tourn. *Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel CIF Playoffs

Corona del Mar San Clemente San Clemente Edison San Clemente Woodbridge TBA

10:30 a.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 5 p.m. TBA

Laguna Beach San Clemente Dana Hills Tesoro San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente Mission Viejo Redondo Union Capo Valley Aliso Niguel TBA

5 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. 3 p.m./9 p.m. 6 p.m. 6 p.m. TBD

3/24 3/26 3/30 4/1 4/13 4/15 4/20 4/22 4/27 4/29 4/30-5/1 5/4 5/6 5/14–29

*LEAGUE GAMES

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Triton baseball team members (from left): Joel Atkinson, Zach Mason, Johnny Martinez, Aaron Payne, Chad Cotten, Taylor Cook, Eamon Sullivan, Andrew Gaddie. Photo by Sara Borman

Return starters and seniors // VARSITY BASEBALL SCHEDULE // abound for a team that’s relyDATE OPPONENT LOCATION TIME ing on talent, experience and 2/27 Corona del Mar Corona del Mar 11 a.m. ability for a shot at a league championship. Working with 3/5–13 Loara Tourn. TBA TBA 3/15 El Toro - DH Saddleback College 4:30 p.m./7 p.m. a young varsity crew during last season’s fourth place fin3/19 *Aliso Niguel San Clemente 3:15 p.m. ish–comprised mostly of underclassmen–the Tritons (2-0) 3/24 *Dana Hills Dana Hills 3:15 p.m. now have the pieces in place for a run against their rivals in 3/26 *Tesoro Tesoro 3:15 p.m. an extremely competitive South Coast League. The last time 3/31 *Mission Viejo San Clemente 3:15 p.m. San Clemente hoisted the league banner was with their stel4/2 *Capo Valley San Clemente 3:15 p.m. 4/3,5-7 Anaheim Lions Tourn. TBA TBA lar squad in 2001. “This is a really special group with a lot of 4/14 *Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel 3:15 p.m. talent,” head coach Dave Gellatly said. “The biggest thing 4/16 *Aliso Niguel San Clemente 3:15 p.m. for us is that we maintain our focus and play to our ability. 4/21 *Dana Hills San Clemente 3:15 p.m. If we can do that, we can compete with anybody.” Seniors 4/23 *Dana Hills Dana Hills 3:15 p.m. 4/28 *Tesoro San Clemente 3:15 p.m. Aaron Jones (C, signed with Oregon), Andrew Gaddie (1B), 4/30 *Tesoro Tesoro 3:15 p.m. Aaron Payne (2B), Joel Atkinson (SS, 2B, signed with Okla5/5 *Mission Viejo Mission Viejo 3:15 p.m. homa State) and Taylor Cook (3B) make up a diverse infield 5/7 *Mission Viejo San Clemente 3:15 p.m. that can contend with their gloves as well as their bats. In 5/11 *Capo Valley Capo Valley 3:15 p.m. the outfield, seniors Eamon Sullivan, Johnny Martinez and 5/13 *Capo Valley San Clemente 3:15 p.m. FS and JV play at opposite site @ 3:15. FS Home Games @ San Gorgonio Park. *LEAGUE GAME Chad Cotten will also contribute significantly, while utility player Zach Mason can play just about anywhere. On the mound, it’s looking lights out for the Tritons as seniors batters off balance with their delivery. And super-sophomore Collin Crook, Adam Anawalt and Kyle Friedrichs will keep Braden Liddle will also be part of that rotation. —DZ

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SPORTS & OUTDOORS // VARSITY BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK SCHEDULE // DATE

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Huntington Beach Irvine Invitational El Toro Triton Invitational *Aliso Niguel *Dana Hills Trabuco Hills Invtl. *Tesoro *Mission Viejo OC Championships *Capo Valley SCL Prelims SCL Finals CIF Prelims CIF Finals Masters State Meet

Huntington Beach Irvine El Toro San Clemente San Clemente Dana Hills Trabuco Hills Tesoro San Clemente Mission Viejo San Clemente TBA TBA Trabuco Hills Cerritos College Cerritos College TBA

2:45 p.m. TBA 2:45 p.m. TBA 2:45 p.m. 2:45 p.m. TBA 2:45 p.m. 2:45 p.m. TBA 2:45 p.m. TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA TBA

*LEAGUE MEET

From left: Marie Joiner, Mel Kline, Tori Yonker, Gianna Cipollone and Crystal Alberts. Photo by Sara Borman

Hard hits and a tenacious attitude toward producing runs is what the Lady Tritons (0-1) are hoping for this spring. After taking second place in the South Coast League in 2008, the girls finished in fi fth place last year, facing pitching issues and relying mostly on freshman to get the job done. “We now have seven healthy seniors returning to this year’s team and all but one of them started as a freshman on varsity,” head coach Todd Henry said. The team is stacked with talented senior players like Marie Joiner (1B), Gianna Cipollone (2B, signed with Northern Illinois), Tori Yonker (OF), Crystal Albert (OF), Mel Kline (3B), Colbie Dilbeck (SS) and Rachel Stephens (C). Also looking to contribute are juniors Kailey McCasland (OF), a verbal commit to LSU and last year’s team leader in home runs, along with Lily Vinn (OF), who tied for the league lead in steals last season with 12. Winding up from the circle are sophomores Summer Secrest, Danielle Weatherholt and Willie Porter back in action, as well as Lauren Delgadillo (C) who batted .350 last season. San Clemente reached the CIF playoffs for the first time in six years during that magical 2008 run, shared the league title in 1998 and want to get back to their winning ways. “I think all the girls are hungry to get it done,” Henry said. —DZ

SOFTBALL

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Scrimmage Loara Trabuco Hills-DH Trabuco Hills Laguna Hills-DH San Clemente Huntington Beach San Clemente Saddleback Valley Tourn. Alicia Park Beckman Beckman Northwood San Clemente Woodbridge Tourn. Bill Barber Park *Dana Hills San Clemente *Tesoro San Clemente *Mission Viejo Mission Viejo *Capo Valley Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel Aliso Niguel *Dana Hills Dana Hills *Tesoro Tesoro *Mission Viejo San Clemente *Capo Valley San Clemente *Aliso Niguel San Clemente

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10 a.m. 2:45 p.m. 2:45 p.m. 3:30 p.m. TBA 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. TBA 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m.

JV plays at opposite site. *LEAGUE GAME

“We have a great group of young men and are looking forward to a successful season,” San Clemente High School boys tennis head coach John Stephens said. “My goal is to get this team playing at the top level that they are capable of, to help them reach their potential and to do it in time for our league matches,” said Stephens, who has coached boys tennis since 2002. “We want to see improvement on a weekly basis.” This year’s team consists of 13 athletes, led by singles player Gage Gallagher, a senior who also held the lead position on the ladder during the 2009 campaign. He is accompanied by the team’s No. 2 singles player, freshman Ryan Mariano. Donnie Howren (junior) and Bryce Kurtz (sophomore) have started as the team’s numberone doubles pair. A mix of return players and new faces, the team also includes Parker Glenn, Trevor Parmalee, Rory McGann, Andy Nieblas, Eric Taba, Riley O’Brien, Shane Dewees, Connor Willcox, and Sean Dassoff. The goal is simple: return to CIF playoffs. Reaching that level will require a complete team effort. “Every player will need to contribute for us to have success. We are trying to teach the players how to play with intensity and focus,” said Stephens. —AR

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Front: David Espino and Eddie Wallace. Back: Jacob Epstein and Hutch Vivian. Photo by Sara Borman

The coaches and athletes of the San Clemente High School boy’s and girl’s track teams are looking forward to a promising season this spring. “Track is a sport that requires a lot of depth as a team,” said Dan Johnson, boy’s track coach. The boy’s varsity team is made up of sprinters Eddie Wallace (senior) and David Espino (senior), high jumper Tyler Stoll (senior), distance runner Hutch Vivian (senior), and Jacob Epstein (senior) closing out with the pole vault. The athletes are excited and work very hard, Johnson said. Girl’s track coach Dave Proodian is also anticipating success in the season ahead. The girl’s team is comprised of a strong group of athletes led by league champion Christina Twicken (senior). Twicken holds the record at San Clemente High School for the 400-meter, the 4x4 relay and the 200-meter events. She looks to make competing in her last season her best one before she graduates. Other athletes to watch include Brook Cole (senior) in hurdles, distance runners Sarah Darby (senior) and Hannah Winokur (senior). As a whole, both teams are especially looking forward to the Triton Invitational on March 20, where they will compete against 45 to 50 different schools. —HT

BOYS AND GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD

Taylor Smith and Candyce Schroeder. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

Both teams are young and a little inexperienced on varsity, but each have enough talent and work ethic to win meets consistently. Though the boys have started off 0-2, they’re on course to improve their times. “Three year’s ago we took second in league, but finished in last place last year,” head coach Hugh Batten said. “We’re definitely in a tough league, but this group has a strong competitive attitude.” A pair or twins look to be the X-factor as both Chad and Chase Yu (50 free, 100 free, 200 free, 100 back, 200 IM) are a junior tandem that swim fast and effectively, while sophomores Kris and Karsten Klein are solid sprinters as well. The girls swim team is off to a 2-0 start having beat El Modena and Laguna Beach in their first two meets of the season. The big name on the board is county and state contender Silken Jones. The junior does it all in sprints and in distance. Sophomores Taylor Smith, Candyce Schroeder and Missy Garlic are all versed on what it takes to win, while freshmen June Huston and Jacqueline Garrett are finding success in events that are entirely new to them. “We’ve got some swimmer’s that can take first place, but we need those third and fourth place finishes to win meets. I think we’ve got the athletes that can do that,” head coach John Bandaruk said. —DZ

BOYS AND GIRLS SWIMMING

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El Modena Laguna Beach Ray Bray Relays El Toro CVHS Relays (Girls) CVHS Relays (Boys) CVHS Relays Southern Section Relays (Boys) *Aliso Niguel Southern Section Relays (Girls) *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley SCL Prelims (Girls) SCL Prelims (Boys) SCL Finals SCL Finals CIF Prelims CIF Finals

San Clemente San Clemente Golden West College San Clemente Capo Valley Capo Valley Capo Valley Belmont Plaza

3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 1 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 2 p.m. 3 p.m./6 p.m.

San Clemente Belmont Plaza

3:15 p.m. 3 p.m./6 p.m.

Dana Hills Tesoro San Clemente San Clemente Capo Valley Capo Valley Marguerite Rec. Center Capo Valley Belmont Plaza Belmont Plaza

3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 10 a.m. 1 p.m. TBA TBA

3/23 3/25,27 3/30 4/13 4/20 4/27 5/4 5/5 5/6 5/7 5/12 5/14

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Northwood Fountain Valley Irvine El Toro Laguna Beach Laguna Hills Huntington Beach *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel SCL Prelims SCL Finals

Northwood San Clemente Irvine San Clemente Laguna Beach San Clemente Huntington Beach San Clemente San Clemente Mission Viejo Capo Valley Aliso Niguel Dana Hills Tesoro San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente Niguel Racquet Club Niguel Racquet Club

3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. TBA TBA

JV plays at opposite site unless noted. *LEAGUE MATCHES

From left: Trevor Parmelee, Ryan Mariano, Parker Glenn and Donnie Howren. Photo by Heidi Mefferd

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Inflammation May Link Gum Disease and Other Illnesses Brush after every meal. Floss daily. See your dental professional regularly. These instructions make sense coming from your dentist to help you keep your teeth and gums healthy. But now not only dentists, but also many physicians understand the importance of maintaining oral health in an effort to keep the rest of the body healthy. Several research studies have suggested a potential association between gum disease and other health issues, including heart disease, stroke and diabetes. As more and more research reinforces the connection between periodontal and systemic health, scientists are beginning to shift their focus to understanding why these connections exist. One theory points to chronic inflammation as the culprit. Inflammation is the body’s instinctive reaction to fight off infection, guard against injury or shield against irritation. Inflammation is often characterized by swelling, redness, heat and pain around the affected area. While inflammation initially intends to heal the body, over time, chronic inflammation can lead to dysfunction of the infected tissues, and therefore more severe health complications. According to Dr. Alice P. Moran, DMD, periodontal disease is a classic example of an inflammatory disorder. “For many years, dental professionals believed that gum disease was solely the result of a bacterial infection caused by a build-up of plaque between the teeth and under the gums. While plaque accumulation is still a factor in the development and progression of gum disease, researchers now suspect that the more severe symptoms, namely swollen, bleeding gums; recession around the gum line, and loss of the bone that holds the teeth in place, may be caused by the chronic inflammatory response to the bacterial infection, rather than the bacteria itself.” Scientists hypothesize that this inflammatory response may be the cause behind the periodontal-systemic health link. Many of the diseases associated with periodontal disease are also considered to be systemic inflammatory disorders, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic kidney disease and even certain forms of cancer, suggesting that inflammation itself may be the basis for the connection. “More research is needed to pinpoint the precise biological mechanisms responsible for the relationship between gum disease and other disease states,” says Dr. Alice Moran. “However, previous findings have indicated that gum disease sufferers are at a higher risk for other diseases, making it more critical than ever to maintain periodontal health in order to achieve overall health.” Dr. Moran recommends comprehensive daily oral care, including regular brushing and flossing, and routine visits to the dentist to avoid gum disease. If gum disease develops, a consultation with a dental professional, such as a periodontist, can lead to effective treatment. Dr. Alice P. Moran 1001 Avenida Pico. Suite K San Clemente, CA 92673 949.361.4867 www.moranperio.com

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CARPET CLEANING Pete McKenzie Carpet Cleaning San Clemente

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CARPET & FLOORING Anaheim Carpet & Flooring 949.366.6564 1046 Calle Recodo, Ste. I, www.anaheimcarpet.net

CATERING Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar # B, www.carbonara.com

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South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 Cheese Shop 109 Calle de los Molinos, www.southcoastfurniture.com 949.492.3663 The Cellar 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com Appliances Services & Repairs ASAP Appliance Service 949.361.7713 3200 Legendario, www.asapapplianceservice.com

ART CLASSES Sidestreet Gallery Mary’s Art Classes 205 Ave Cabrillo, 949.492.7244 www.DowntownSanClemente.com

ART GALLERIES San Clemente Art Association 949.492.7175 100 N. Calle Seville, www.scartgallery.com

Attorneys The Gibbs Law Firm, APC 949.492.3350 110 E Avenida Palizada, Ste. 201, www.gibbslaw.com Serrate Law 949.429.8107 630 S. El Camino Real, Ste. A, serrate@cox.net

Auto Collision Repair Beach Cities Auto Collision 127 Calle de los Molinos, www.beachcitiesautocollision.com

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Auto Wrecking San Clemente Truck & Auto Wrecking 1520 Avenida de la Estrella, Ste. B, 949.492.6121 www.sanclementeautowrecking.com

BABY EQUIPMENT RENTALS/SALES OC Tykes 949.429.1714 201 N. El Camino Real, www.octraveltykes.com

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CHIROPRACTORS Dr. R. Tyler Johnson DC, Chiropractic Center 1401 N. El Camino Real, Ste. 103, 949.498.6440 www.chiropracticcenteronline.com

Commercial Real Estate Doug Echelberger First Team Real Estate 949.498.7711 407 W. El Camino Real, www.echelberger.com

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Florists/Flowers Edible Arrangements 305 S. El Camino Real Unit 102B, www.ediblearrangements.com

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HAIR SALONS Kreative Hair Design 949.498.6245 173 Avenida Serra

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Massage Therapy Body Therapy/Healing 949.683.2033 San Clemente, www.cfrpassion.com C’Siren Day Spa 949.498.7700 312 Avenida De La Estrella

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South Coast Furniture & Mattress 949.492.5589 GIFTS 109 Calle de los Molinos, Edible Arrangements 949.361.3333 www.southcoastfurniture.com 305 S. El Camino Real, Unit 102B, MOLD REMOVAL www.ediblearrangements.com

San Clemente Computer & Network Services daniel@sanclementecomputer.com 949.276.1581 HAULING/DEMO/CLEANUP Sano Computers 949.492.2179 www.sanocomputers.com Bruce Fickling Concrete 949.498.5720 Solution Tek-nologies 949.400.0080 Construction - C8493645 San Clemente, www.solutiontek-nologies.com

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MOVERS All Star Moving Company 949.369.6683 180 Calle Iglesia, www.allstarmove.com

MUSIC LESSONS Janet Poth - Violin & Viola 949.922.6388 413 Calle Pueblo, janpoth@aol.com

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PAINTING Talega Viejo Painting 949.922.0238 2164 Via Aguila, www.talegaviejopainting.com

Jon B. Marashi, General & Cosmetic 949.493.9311 Curbside Pet & House Sitting 949.369.5074 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 209, San Clemente, dalmatian.love@cox.net www.drmarashi.com Ronald Trosper, DDS 949.492.7140 Insurance 949.492.1114 145 Ave Del Mar, www.downtownsanclemente.com AVI Commercial Insurance 949.940.1856 200 S. Ola Vista, www.aviinsurance.com DRYWALL

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Complete Drywall Service 949.280.6064 INTERIOR REDESIGN Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique 949.429.2020 r.simmonsdesigns@yahoo.com Rooms With A View - One Day Redesign 641 Camino de los Mares, Ste. A 110, Using Existing Furnishings 949.492.8566 EBAY EDUCATION & TRAINING www.salonzinnia.com www.roomswithavu.com XOXMas Ebay Specialist 949.683.3068 CABINETS & FINISH CARPENTRY JewelerS San Clemente Huffman Construction 949.279.5046 Paradise Jewelers 949.361.4367 ELECTRICAL 808 N. El Camino Real, www.paradisejewelers.com CARPET Arcadia Electric 949.361.1045 Junk Removal Designer’s Magic Flooring 949.496.1926 www.arcadiaelectric.com Gallagher Electric 949.412.6602 Green Dump Truck 949.697.4517 638 Camino de los Mares, Ste. G-105, www.greendumptruck.com www.designersmagiccarpetandflooring.com P.O. Box 986, www.gallagher-electric.com

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Salon Bamboo 949.361.3348 150 Avenida Del Mar, Ste. A, www.salonbamboo.com Salon Bleu 949.366.2060 207 S. El Camino Real, www.scsalonbleu.com Salon Zinnia & Lifestyle Boutique 949.429.2020 641 Camino de los Mares, Ste. A 110, www.salonzinnia.com Sanctuary Salon & Spa 949.429.5802 1041 Avenida Pico, Ste. B, www.sanctuarytalega.com

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Restaurants

Café Calypso 949.366.9386 Radiant Pool & Spa Service 949.290.5616 114 Avenida Del Mar #4 San Clemente, radpool@cox.net Carbonara Trattoria 949.366.1040 111 Avenida Del Mar # B, www.carbonara.com PRINTING Fisherman’s Restaurant & Bar 949.498.6390 Printing OC 949.388.4888 611 Avenida Victoria, www.fishermansrestaurant.com 27134 Paseo Espada #B 203, www.printingoc.com Izza Neapolitan Pizzeria 949.248.4925 PSYCHIATRY 376 Camino de Estrella, www.izzapizzeria.com The Cellar 949.492.3663 Medical Concierge 949.387.6210 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com 647 Camino de los Mares, Ste. 230, www.detoxall.us

Aloha Beach Camp 949.481.7222 647 Camino de los Mares, www.alohabeachcamp.net

Nic’s Vacuum & Small Appliance 949.492.4747 216 Ave. Del Mar, www.nicsvacuum.com

VETERINARIANS Pacific Coast Veterinary Hospital 949.429.1555 1242 Puerta Del Sol, www.pacificcoastveterinary.com

WATER DAMAGE Jarvis Restoration -24/7 949.362.5388 1393 Calle Avanzado, www.jarvisrestoration.com

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WEBSITE DESIGN San Clemente Website Design 949.246.8345 www.sanclementewebsitedesign.com

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San Clemente Wine Company 949.429.7076 Colony Termite Control 949.361.2500 212 ½ Avenida Del Mar, www.scwinecompany.com 1402 Calle Alcazar, www.colonytermite.com Wine Bar The Termite Guy -Termite & Pest Control 106 W. Canada Ave., 949.940.1010 The Cellar 949.492.3663 www.877termite.com 156 Ave. Del Mar, www.thecellarsite.com

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YOGA Shantee Yoga 949.273.1426 202 Avenida Aragon, myshanteeyoga@gmail.com

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SPORTS & OUTDOORS Kicking off its second season as a varsity sport, girls lacrosse looks to build on an impressive premiere season that featured a 6-7 overall record in 2009. The Lady Tritons have started off the 2010 campaign strong with two lopsided victories—23-4 over Yorba Linda and 14-3 over San Juan Hills. Leading the charge for coach Josh Miner’s Tritons are senior captains Taylor Garrett (midfield/attack), Sydnee Alm (attack), Hayley Laity (attack) and Hannah McDermott (midfield). Those seniors lead an offensive attack that last year scored 110 goals in 13 games and promises to score much more this year. Other offensive threats are senior attack Laura Claypool and Jessie McGinnis, sophomore attack Esme Zediker, and sophomore midfielders Sarah Leonard and Amber Ackert. All-around standout athlete MJ Boud, a sophomore, will anchor the defense but provides a great counter-attack for the Tritons. Joining her on the backline this year are sophomore Lauren Fuertes, senior Christina Reinig and junior newcomer Yasmine Allen. Anchoring the defense in goal is the coach’s daughter, freshman Lexi Miner. “We’ve got a great nucleus this year and I expect we’ll continue to improve as we gain experience,” said Miner, who is joined by assistant coach Tommy Thompson. —NG

Coach Mike Hurlbut is both excited and confident about how his group of sticks will fare as they seek their fourth consecutive South Coast League title. Entering the season ranked fi fth in preseason polls, San Clemente’s boys golf team still feel they have a lot to prove. “Our primary goal is to win the South Coast League every year,” said Hurlbut. “Once that is accomplished we can set our sights on possibly advancing as far as CIF.” This year’s varsity team consists of eleven players, with tightly bunched averages. “Our team is a mixture of experienced varsity players with some fresh faces sprinkled in,” said Hurlbut. Senior team captain Matt Duralde, who has been a varsity team player for all four years and shoots a 36.33 average, leads the group. Duralde is joined by junior Kevin Allen, who shoots a 36.44 Matt Duralde. Staff photo average and both players were 1st team All League selections last year. Playing alongside these two are Ryan Baker (senior), Matt DePalma (freshman), Eric Dickey (junior), Patrick Dorris (senior), Brandon Elliott (senior), Tom Goodall (sophomore), Alex Haynes (freshman), Channell Kershaw (sophomore) and senior Lars Hovik. —AR

GIRLS LACROSSE

BOYS GOLF

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3/1 3/2 3/3 3/4 3/9 3/15 3/17 3/22 3/23 3/25 3/29 3/30 4/1 4/6-7

Servite Tourn. Laguna Beach San Juan Hills San Juan Hills Estancia Laguna Beach La Costa Canyon El Toro *Dana Hills *Dana Hills Estancia Tourn. *Tesoro *Tesoro La Costa Canyon/ Pahr Invitational *Mission Viejo *Mission Viejo LCC/Tesoro *Capo Valley *Capo Valley Estancia *Aliso Niguel *Aliso Niguel SCL Finals SCL Finals CIF South Coast Team Divisional CIF-SS Team Finals CIF Individual Regional CIF Individual Finals SCGA Regionals State Championships

Western Hills CC Talega Marbella Bella Collina Mesa Verde CC Aliso Viejo CC Talega Talega Bella Collina El Niguel CC Mesa Verde CC Coto de Caza CC Bella Collina Encinitas Ranch

10 a.m. 2:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Noon 3 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m.

Mission Viejo CC Bella Collina La Costa Resort Marbella Bella Collina Bella Collina Aliso Viejo CC Bella Collina San Luis Rey Downs Pala Mesa Talega

2:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 3 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:15 p.m. 10 a.m. 9 a.m. 7:30 a.m.

Redhawk Skylinks La Purisima SCGA Santa Maria CC

8 a.m. 7 a.m. 8 a.m. TBA TBA

4/13 4/15 4/19 4/20 4/22 4/26 4/27 4/29 5/3 5/4 5/10 5/13 5/17 5/24 6/3 6/8

All times listed are tee times. Players arrive 30 minutes prior. *LEAGUE ROUNDS

Esme Zediker. Photo by Brian Miller

Last year’s South Coast League co-champions with an impressive 17-4 mark, the Tritons return 10 seniors but did lose their top three scorers from last season. Coach Glen Miles has an athletic group of players, led by captains Max Mirman (midfield), Max Axline (defense), Nathan Ortiz (midfield) and Max Messinger (defense). That nucleus looks to inspire a group of very young players that includes a handful of new faces, most notably freshman goalie Thomas Ahola, Max Satossky (junior midfielder) and Bennett Jonas (sophomore midfielder). Along with Mirman, Miles is counting on Satossky and Jonas to provide offensive firepower at midfield. The attack will be anchored by junior Chris Kazimi, with young guns sophomores Kevin Ivie, Charlie Satossky and freshman Robbie Burns. The Tritons are deep on defense with juniors Cayman Piho, Walter Wakeman, Thomas Olds and Aaron Blanchard helping both Axline and Messinger to provide a solid backline along with Triton football standout senior Ryan Masters. The Tritons kicked off the season with a tough loss to perennial San Diego power Rancho Bernardo, but Miles knows that the early game will provide more answers than questions. “I liked a lot of what I saw, that was a very good Rancho Bernardo team,” said Miles, a three-time All-American from the Naval Academy who also earned the national midfielder of the year award in 1986. “We’ve got a ways to go, but I firmly believe in these guys and know that we are and will be a very good team.” —NG

BOYS LACROSSE

Triton Report By David Zimmerle

SURF • Last weekend the San Clemente Surf Team braved the weather and the competition in Huntington Beach to win the 2010 NSSA State Title. The five finalists included Dennis White, Shaw Kobayashi, Ian Crane, Marissa Shaw and Emmy Merrill. The Tritons JV squad also did exceptionally well and won the JV title in commanding fashion. Eight of the nine surfers on the team were in the final. GIRLS SOCCER • The Lady Tritons (18-7-5) were stopped short of their third straight CIF-SS Division 1 title Saturday night losing 3-1 in penalty kicks to Esperanza after both teams played to a scoreless tie at Mission Viejo High School. San Clemente had never lost a CIF title match up to this point, going 2-0-3 in their five previous appearances. “It was a match of No. 1 and No. 2 in the county, and coming into it, I thought it would be even,” Finnerty said. “There were things that happened that were out of our control and that’s the luck of the game.” Despite the loss to Esperanza, the Lady Tritons advanced to the CIF Southern California Regional Division 1 champiPage 34 • San Clemente Times • March 11–17, 2010

onships on Tuesday evening beating El Camino 1-0 and will host Buchanan at home on Thursday, March 11, at 4 p.m.

WRESTLING • San Clemente wrestling standout Preston Quam (189) medaled and took fi fth place at the CIF State Tournament last weekend at Rabobank Arena in Bakersfield. Quam made it out the first round on March 5 by beating Chico High School’s Jessen Cole in a 13-5 decision, but was then taken down in the next round by Vacaville’s Adam Delagarza in a 19-5 technical fall. Delagarza eventually went on to face Clovis’s Tommy Burriel who ended up losing to Calvary Chapel’s Morgan McIntosh in the state final. Only a junior, Quam now sets his sights on improving his technique and preparing for next winter season. DANCE TEAM • After three straight USA Regional

competitions, San Clemente’s dance team returned to the CADTD (California Association of Dance and Drill Team Directors) Competition–sponsored as the 16th Annual

// VARSITY GIRLS LACROSSE SCHEDULE // DATE

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3/12 3/16 3/19 3/23 3/26 3/30 4/2 4/12 4/13 4/16 4/20 4/23 4/27 4/30

Irvine Sage Hill Woodbridge *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley El Dorado *Aliso Niguel *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel

San Clemente Sage Hill Woodbridge Dana Hills Tesoro San Clemente San Clemente El Dorado San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente Mission Viejo Capo Valley Aliso Niguel

5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

*LEAGUE GAME

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3/6 3/10 3/13 3/17 3/23 3/26 3/30 4/2 4/13 4/16 4/17 4/20 4/23 4/27 4/30

Rancho Bernardo Newport Harbor Great Oak San Juan Hills *Dana Hills *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley *Aliso Niguel *Dana Hills University (San Fran.) *Tesoro *Mission Viejo *Capo Valley *Aliso Nigue

San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente Mission Viejo Capo Valley Aliso Niguel Dana Hills San Clemente Tesoro San Clemente San Clemente San Clemente

7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m.

*LEAGUE GAME

Woodbridge High School Dance Celebration–on March 6. In the Soloists Brieana Pagliaro took first place at the ninth grade lyrical solo, Natalie Spaeth took second place in the 11th grade jazz solo, and Alexa Montoya was awarded Miss Dance Celebration, receiving the highest scoring of the 43 senior soloists earning a 96.3 out of 100. The girls also took first place in the Small Hip Hop which was their sixth win in six competitions, second in the Large Dance (21 or more dancers) with 92 points behind two-time National Champion Valencia, and first place in the Medium Dance (11-17 dancers) scoring over 90 points. In the Large Lyrical, San Clemente also took second place. The team now rests until its next CADTD competition at Arlington High School on March 20, and following that event will proceed on to the USA Nationals at the Anaheim Convention Center at the end of the month.

CHEERLEADING • The San Clemente High School cheerleaders took home first and second place trophies from their February 28 competitions at the Long Beach Pyramid amidst fierce competition. The girls now prep for their next event March 13-14 at the UCI Bren Center. www.sanclementetimes.com

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Giants storm past Blue Jays With most of the rain missing us, San Clemente Little League was able to get in most of its games last weekend. On Monday evening at Waterman Field, the Majors Division Blue Jays were home to the visiting Giants. Manager Karl Lloyd of the Blue Jays along with Manager Brett O’Toole takes a swing as he leads the Giants to their first win. Courtesy photo Rex Cratty of the Giants were both looking for their first win this season. The Blue Jays were already off to an 0-1 start, being rained out last Saturday night. The Giants entered the game with an 0-2 record and were looking to break out of their hitting slump. And break out they did. The Giants’ bats came alive behind the solid hitting of Parker Bennis and Brett O’Toole. Bennis missed getting his first home run of the season by a few feet when he hit a towering shot to left field that fell short of the outfield wall for a stand up double. Derek Cratty shut down any potential offense with solid pitching, keeping the Blue Jays guessing. Caleb Bozarth, making his first appearance behind the plate did a fantastic job catching Cratty. Cratty pitched almost the complete game in the 15-3 win. The Giants play again Saturday morning against the undefeated Rays (2-0). The Blue Jays play Saturday evening against the 2-0 Orioles.

SC pair compete in ODP Championships San Clemente High School soccer stars Steve Palacios and Dani Weatherholt are both participating in the US Youth Soccer Olympic Development Program Championships in Phoenix, Ariz., March 12-14. Palacios, a senior who plays club soccer for United Futbol Club, is on the 1993 Boys California South team. The team will compete against Pennsylvania West, Minnesota and Georgia. Weatherholt, a sophomore who plays club soccer for SoCal Blues, is on the 1994 Girls California South team. That team will play against New Jersey, Michigan and North Texas.

SCLL Results Juniors March 2 - San Clemente American Black beat San Clemente American Red 3-1. March 3 - San Clemente American Grey beat Viejo 14-1. March 3 - San Clemente American White beat Trabuco 9-5. March 4 - San Clemente National lost to Tijeras 13-5. Majors March 1 - Diamond Backs beat Angels 3-1. March 1 - Rays beat Padres 9-1. March 2 - Orioles beat Dodgers 16-3. March 3 - Reds beat Blue Jays 10-0. March 4 - Yankees beat Giants 12-2. AAA March 2 - Cal Bears beat Washington Huskies 12-7. March 3 - Stanford Cardinal beat Oregon Ducks 13-3. March 3 - Georgia Bulldogs beat Arizona Wildcats 12-1. March 4 - USC Trojans beat the Hawaii Warriors 15-0.

YOUTH SOFTBALL San Clemente girls 10U softball off to strong start The 10U Division of San Clemente Girls Softball has started the 2010 season with the home teams looking extremely strong. After two weeks of play, the five San Clemente teams have a combined record of 12-3 against teams from Capo and Aliso Viejo. Team Orange Crush is currently 2-0 after an 11-7 win over the Grace Krantz winds up from the circle. Courtesy photo Bandits from Capo and a 14-1 win over one of the teams from Aliso Viejo. Orange Crush has been lead by its strong pitching and benefited from aggressive base running. In the first two games, Grace Krantz has pitched exceptionally well striking out 17 opposing batters. The team has also seen timely hitting from Lexa Coleman and Brooke Herbes.

ADULT SOFTBALL

Trail Run coming in June San Clemente Trail Run will be staging an event at the end of Del Rio and the new 5K and 10K will be entirely on San Clemente City Foothill Trails. The trail run/walk event will be June 5 with the 5K starting at 7:45 a.m. and the 10K at 8 a.m. All the information and photos of the new trail is on the their new Web site at www.sanclementetrailrun.com.

San Clemente Recreational Winter League, Week 6 at Steed Park MONDAY MEN’S: Standings: 1. Gut Crushers 4-0, 2. Universal Press 2-2, Molly’s Bloomers 1-3, FNA’s 1-3. Results: FNA’s 16, Molly’s Bloomers 10; Gut Crushers 15, Universal Press 14. TUESDAY MEN’S: Standings: 1. Sofa King 4-0, 2. Dazed and Confused 3-1, 3. 11 Guys 1 Cup, 4. Invicta 1-3, 5. SC Sluggers 1-2, 6. Precision Offset 0-4. Results: Dazed and Confused 12, Invicta 7; SC Sluggers 20, Precision Offset 11; Sofa King 17, 11 Guys 1 Cup 10. WEDNESDAY MEN’S D+: Standings: 1. The Borrachos 4-1, 2. Mulligan’s 3-2, 3. Character Defects 1-3, 4. Out Standing 1-3, 5. Working Stiffs 1-2. Results: Mulligan’s 25, Out Standing 12; Mulligan’s 17, Character Defects 7; Working Stiffs 16, Borrachos 11. WEDNESDAY MEN’S D+: Standings: 1. The Bullets 5-1, 2. The Scrappers 3-1, 3. Sun Dried Tomatoes 2-3, 4. Caliente Cantina 3-4, 5. SWC 1-5. Results: The Bullets 15, Caliente Cantina 0; Caliente Cantina 11, Sun Dried Tomatoes 7; The Scrappers 24, SWC 4. THURSDAY COED D+: Standings: 1. Wally’s 6-0, 2. Off Constantly 4-2, 3. Hapa J’s 3-2-1, 4. Prestige World Wide 2-4, 5. Ricardo’s 1-3-2, 6. Team Power Balance 0-5-1. Results: Hapa J’s 10, Ricardo’s 10; Wally’s 17, Prestige World Wide 4; Off Constantly 11, Power Balance 2. THURSDAY COED D: Standings: 1. OC Sandcars 7-0, 2. Riptide 5-3, 3. Chupacabras 4-3, 4. Last Call 2-5, 5. Ball Breakers 0-7. Results: Riptide 20, Last Call 9; Riptide 11, Chupacabras 10; OC Sandcars 15, Ball Breakers 1. THURSDAY COED D-: Standings: 1. The Borrachos 5-1, 2. Sunsets 5-3, 3. Put Me in Coach 4-3, 4. ICU Dix n Chix 3-5, 5. Camp Pen Pirates 1-6. Results: ICU Dix n Chix 12, The Borrachos 5; ICU Dix n Chix 22, Sunsets 21; Put Me in Coach 22, Camp Pen Pirates 15.

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Locals finish challenge in the rain Several locals competed at the Los Alamitos Triathlon on Feb. 27 and successfully finished the event in the rain. Seated (left) Ralph Pieplenbos (1st in Men’s Challenged Athletes Division), Jill, Ralph’s wife, is standing behind him. (Middle) Beth Sanden (1st in Challenged Athletes Division), Fermin Camarena (standing) and Sandi Bodi taking third overall in relays.

San Clemente High School to have Cheer Tryout Are you interested in joining a national champion cheerleading squad? San Clemente High School is having a mandatory informational parent meeting on March 23 at 7 p.m. at the upper campus multiple purpose room for all parents and future cheerleaders. The try out clinics will go from April 12-14 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for students in grades 9-11, and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for eighth grade students. Try outs will take place on April 16 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, please email cheer advisor Carole Havens at cahavens@ capousd.org. This year, the varsity and junior varsity squads have won multiple first place awards and have competitions on February 28 and March 21 at Cal State Long Beach, another on March 14 at UC Irvine and the National competition March 27-28. Come cheer on your local cheerleaders as they compete!

Players needed for SC Tritons 11U Team The San Clemente-based SC Tritons are looking for a few experienced baseball players for their 11U team. Players should have a strong desire to play baseball at a competitive level and bring a work ethic that matches that desire. If you know of a player that would like to compete in the travel ball arena, feel free to contact them to schedule a personal tryout. Tryouts will be held during Spring Break 2010 for summer tournaments and the upcoming 2010/2011 season. More information is available from Tony Arnone (manager) at 949.422.7751 or by emailing jake-the-boy@hotmail.com.

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Grom of the Week Trent Rutherford Age: 14, Bernice Ayer Middle School Trent Rutherford is a member of the Bernice Ayer Middle School surf team who competes in both shortboard and longboard at Interscholastic Surfing Federation (ISF) contests. He has been a big points contributor to his team so far this season by regularly advancing through to the reppercharge. Trent is currently ranked No. 36 in shortboard in the ISF. He is looking forward to continuing surfing next year in high school and trying out for the San Clemente High team. Trent credits his dad for teaching him how to surf when he was very young—starting at age four—and developing the passion necessary to make surfing a permanent part of his life. He even has dreams of someday going pro. “I love surfing. It’s definitely my passion,” said Trent following a fun early morning (before school) practice session at T Street. Trent loves to surf locally and counts his favorite surf breaks as Riviera, Lowers and T Street. This past summer at the San Clemente Photo by Andrea Swayne Open at the pier he took home a fourth place trophy. Trent works very hard in school to keep his grades up—currently holding down a 3.8 GPA—with hopes of attending college in San Diego at either Point Loma or CUSD. Skateboarding and snowboarding are some of Trent’s other favorite activities when not surfing. —AS

Grass Roots Gold

Surf ForecasT

Greg Long instrumental in making 2010 Todos Santos contest happen By Jason Murray San Clemente Times

hen sponsors backed out last minute, it looked like last week’s 2010 Todos Santos Mexico big wave event at “Killers” wasn’t going to happen. That’s when San Clemente-based big wave pro surfer Greg Long stepped into the grassroots effort to help Contest Director Gary Linden and crew pull it off. “After 10 years of trying to get a sponsor to re-new the event, we finally had a commitment in August but when it came down to the start of the waiting period, they pulled the plug. Faced with not having the event after six months of work, we made a decision to continue on our own without prize money,” said legendary shaper and Contest Director Gary Linden. “Greg Long said he’d donate his ‘Eddie’ bonus, inspiring us all to go the extra mile to make the dream come true. Knowing it was an El Niño winter, we had to take advantage of the opportunity. A big wave world tour without Todos does not seem legit.” It had been 10 years since “Killers” hosted a contest and those involved really felt that it was about time to do it again. The event was about as grassroots as a professional event could be, but you wouldn’t have known it from the high level of judging, organization and efficiency with which the contest was produced. Running a big wave event 10 miles out to sea on a tiny island in Northern Baja is no easy feat. Long’s efforts kept the dream alive when the sponsors backed out as he put up his own money to finance a portion of the contest production costs. Without his investment and the hundreds of hours of volunteer production by the staff, the event would not have happened. Though he missed out on advancing into the final by a mere half-point margin (against event winner Mark Healey in the semis), Long’s passion for the event was obvious, “Bringing back the Todos contest has been a dream of mine for many years,” he said. “A lot of hard work went into re-establishing the event and it paid NEW! SC Times online video show This week on BoardShorts, videographer Rob Elseewi hangs out with San Clemente surfer Josh Baxter as he competes in the first Pro Longboard Association (PLA) contest of the season at Ocean Beach in San Diego on Feb. 27-28.

Water temp: 56-60˚F Water visibility and conditions: San Clemente: 5-12’ Poor; Catalina: 15-20’ Poor-Fair Remarks: Clearing skies and offshore flow make for increasing visibility on Thursday. NW swell fades Thursday, dropping quickly heading into the weekend. Short range: Mostly clean surf prevails Thursday as NW swell fades, a new NW swell builds, and some small S/SSW swell mixes in. Better breaks have 2-3’+(knee-chest high) surf, with slightly larger sets for standouts. Conditions are fair with light offshore flow for the morning. Long range: A new, smaller mix of NW and S swells prevails for the weekend with surf generally topping out around waist-stomach high. Winds are light offshore for the mornings offering up favorable conditions, stay tuned.

San Clemente big wave surfer Greg Long drops in on a monster Todos Santos wave. Photo by Jason Murray/ www.photomurray.com

off. Todos is undoubtedly one of the best big wave paddle spots in the world and deserves to have a contest with world class riders.” Greg’s brother Rusty also missed out on the podium but hard-charging fearlessness earned him the day’s Worst Wipe-out Award. The event wrapped up with a stacked final including Shane Dorian, Grant “Twiggy” Baker, Carlos Burle, Ramon Navarro and Grant Washburn, but it was Mark Healey who rose to the top and took home the prize—a giant Costco-sized bottle of Patron, a ton of pride and his first international big wave victory. Often a bridesmaid and never a bride, Healey was long overdue to win a big wave event. His calculated but aggressive backhand approach has been blowing minds in heavy rights across the globe for over a decade but this was the first time he was able to channel that skill and put it all together in a final. In absolute elation Healey said, “I’m fired up! It would have been nice to win some money but to be honest; it feels like I just

won $100,000. We’ve got a movement going on and the caliber of surfing in the event was as high as any other event, every heat was like a final. Guys are hungry and going to the end of the world to chase these waves. It feels good to win.” Kudos to Linden and his entire crew for finally bringing a big wave event back to Todos without the support of a primary sponsor. After the success of this contest, hopefully it’s only a matter of time before the surfers are back at Todos with jerseys. With only a month left in the North Pacific swell cycle, it’s safe to say this was one of the best winters on record. Numerous big wave events, epic rides in all conditions and the paddle barrier pushed to new heights. As the long days of summer near, it’s a bit sad to think the party’s almost over. Here’s hoping the ocean has one more swell in her to give us all a proper send off. SC —Andrea Swayne contributed to this article.

SC Schools Dominate NSSA Interscholastic State Championships San Clemente High School came up with a solid 116 to 102 win—their ninth—over Newport Harbor in the Varsity division at last weekend’s 2010 NSSA Interscholastic State Championships. The Junior Varsity team also had an amazing event taking the win, 107 to 61, over runner-up Huntington Beach. “We were able to come out of our area at Church [San Onofre’s Church Beach] and show we still have the talent and ambition to bring it,” SCHS surf team coach John Dowell said in an NSSA interview after the win. “I’m very pleased with our performance on both levels…The var-

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sity team came out swinging. Both teams have been training a lot and they came out really focused to win this and it showed…We’re going to put all of our focus now on the Nationals. We’re going to be ready!” Coming up for the SCHS team in June— “The Game” and NSSA National Interscholastic Championships, where they will attempt to earn a tenth National Title. San Clemente also hangs on to the Middle School State Champion title with an impressive fifth straight win for Shorecliffs Middle School—122 to 72 over Marco Forster. SC

SURF RESULTS AND UPCOMING EVENTS NSSA Interscholastic State Championships March 6-7, Huntington Beach, Pier San Clemente surfers only COLLEGE MEN: 1. Doug Van Mierlo, SDSU. COLLEGE LONGBOARD: 1. Scott Brandenburg, Saddleback; 3. Kevin Osborne, UCSB. HIGH SCHOOL VARSITY TEAM: 1. San Clemente. VARSITY MEN: 4. Ian Crane, 5. Shaw Kobayashi. VARSITY WOMEN: 4. Marissa Shaw, 5. Emmy Merrill. VARSITY LB: 2. Dennis White. JV TEAM: 1. San Clemente. JV MEN: 1. Breyden Taylor; 2. Josh Giddings; 3. Jonah Carter; 4. Ian Simmons; 5. Levi Gregory. JV WOMEN: 1. Melina Smith; 2. Charlotte Shanahan. JV LB: 1. Eli Gillis. MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAM: 1. Shorecliffs-A; 3. Bernice Ayer; 7. ShorecliffsB. MS BOYS: 1. Colton Ward, Shorecliffs; 3. Colton Overin, Bernice Ayer; 4. Colin Deveze, Shorecliffs; 6. Corey Colapinto, Shorecliffs. MS GIRLS: 1. Kulia Doherty, Shorecliffs; 3. Karina Rozunko, Shorecliffs; 4. Emmy Lombard, Shorecliffs; 5. Bleu Archbold, Bernice Ayer. MS LB: 1. Andy Nieblas, Shorecliffs; 2. Perry Rohr, Bernice Ayer.

UPCOMING EVENTS March 13-14: NSSA Southwest Explorer Event No. 8, San Clemente, Pier March 27-28: NSSA Southwest Explorer Event No. 9, San Diego, La Jolla Shores April 17-18: Gatorade WSA Championship Series Event No.9, Dana Point, Salt Creek www.sanclementetimes.com