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HARDWOOD OVERHAUL: ZCHS VARSITY GYM FLOOR RENOVATED AFTER MORE THAN 20 YEARS
It was about time for a facelift. The hardwoods were beginning to look a little too throwback and rugged. There is plenty of history on the floors of the Zionsville Community High School basketball gym. The varsity gym was built in 1997, and, after more than 20 years, the gym floor has finally been revamped.
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17 Hardwood Overhaul: ZCHS Varsity
8 Donut Refinery: Zionsville Mom
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14 Tight-Knit: Knitting Community
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Gym Floor Renovated After More Than 20 Years Ready For The School Year
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Michael Hedges, co-owner of Sub 16 Giant Submarine Sandwiches, 640 S. Main St., Zionsville, says he was born into the submarine sandwich business. “My parents started their submarine sandwich shop, which is called Tastee, in 1963,” Hedges says. “It’s a business I literally grew up with. My mom still works there and has been there for 45 years. I learned the business by being around it so much and working there when I was a kid. I have been in the food industry since I was 15 years old.”
Hedges’ early education in the sandwich business has paid off. When he and Sub-16 Co-Owner Joe Tanona, (who has lived in Zionsville with his family for 15 years), were ready to open a restaurant, they knew Zionsville was the ideal location. “The Zionsville area is just perfect,” Hedges says. “It was always our choice. It has been everything we wanted. We opened Sub 16 in July 2014, and we have loved being here. We set out to offer an authentic, East Coast, oldfashioned sub shop, and that’s what we have done. Zionsville residents have been overwhelmingly positive about everything.” 6 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
Sub 16 is known as the “home of the Giant Submarine Sandwich-East Coast Deli Style Subs.” “We really believe in the fresh concept,” Hedges says. “We make sure all of our sandwiches are as fresh as they can be. We have homemade meats and fresh vegetables. We make all of our soups from scratch, and our salads are made to order. We make our meatballs in-house.” Hedges adds that customers love the 16 different signature sandwiches, which is where the Sub 16 name comes from. “If it’s a classic submarine sandwich, it
has to have high-quality deli meats and be freshly sliced to order,” Hedges says. “We really make sure all of our beef, pork and chicken are made in-house. We also mark sure we customize the sandwich the way our customers want them.” Customer favorites include their Philly Cheesesteak sandwich with grilled onions, provolone, lettuce, tomato and mayo, The Spicy Italian, with ham, capicola, salami, pepperoni and provolone and The Sloppy 16, with roast beef, turkey, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and cole slaw. “The Sloppy 16 is a big seller,” Hedges says. “We make everything to order here, so nothing throws us. We can customize your sandwich any way you want.” The Teriyaki Chicken with grilled onions and cheddar cheese and The BBQ Pulled Pork with apple cider slaw are also popular. “We also have a good selection of salads to choose from,” Hedges says. “The 16 Bowl is any cold sub served as a chef salad. We have really been able to get to know what our customers like and can custom-make their salad or sandwich just the way they like it. It’s why people keep coming back.” Hedges estimates that he or Tanona are at the restaurant 80 percent of the time. “We have loved being welcomed by the Zionsville community,” Hedges says. “They have been extremely supportive since we started and have encouraged their friends to come and visit us.” Hedges and Tanona are already looking at opening a second Sub 16 in either Carmel, Fishers or Noblesville but haven’t made a final decision yet. “We are definitely looking at a north side location, but we don’t want to rush it,” Hedges says. “We want to make sure we find just the right spot that will be as good as Zionsville has been.” Sub 16 is located at 640 S. Main Street in Zionsville. You can give them a call at 317344-0994 or visit them online at sub16.com. atZionsville.com / AUGUST 2018 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / 7
Zionsville Mom Opens Made-to-Order Donut Shop Writer / Matt Keating Photography provided by Michael Durr & Donut Refinery
Stephany Steiner, owner of Donut Refinery, 12525 Old Meridian Street, Carmel, says the inspiration for her new donut shop came from a favorite vacation spot. “The idea for Donut Refinery came from a little donut truck that my family and I visit in Florida,” Steiner says. “We have been going to Rosemary, Seacrest Beach for the past seven years. We go there several times a year, and there is a donut truck called Charlie’s Donut Truck in Alys Beach. Each morning my kiddos and I wake up early
(because they sell out of the good donuts fast), hop on our bikes and peddle the half mile to the truck.” Steiner, a Zionsville resident, says that it became a favorite part of the vacation. “My kiddos look forward to this each day on vacation,” Steiner says. “My husband, Eric, and I love taking the kids on vacation and making memories. I loved the idea, the memories it gave us, and we thought Indy needed this.” Steiner put her own spin on the donut shop with both a unique design and a different concept. 8 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
“My best friend, Sara Weinschrott, is an amazing interior designer with Sara Rose Designs,” Steiner says. “She took all of the ideas in my head, put them on paper and organized them for me, so our contractor had something to work with.” Steiner has done her homework. “I wanted to offer the warm, fresh made-toorder donut to customers,” she says. “After doing my four years of research of the perfect donut, I learned there is nothing much better than a warm, fresh donut. The biggest test is if my kids liked a particular donut from all the places I did research on. If they didn’t like the taste, I knew there was a problem.”
Steiner looked at several potential locations for about a year before deciding on Carmel. “We had lots of criteria that had to be met in a location,” Steiner says. “It was difficult finding one location that checked all of my boxes. In the end, Carmel checked all the boxes. We love the area, the new infrastructure and the amount of growth happening here is incredible.” Donut Refinery had its grand opening May 5 and has received a warm welcome from the community. “The community has been amazing,” Steiner says. “I have to say I am blown away by all the positive feedback. I never could have imagined the response. I get emails, Facebook and Instagram messages daily telling us how good and fresh our donuts are. I would not expect for a single person to reach out and tell me that. It blows me away every time I log into one of my accounts and read things like that.”
Owner Stephany Steiner celebrated the grand opening of Donut Refinery in May.
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Steiner says the “build your own donut” concept has been such a big hit with guests, she is already planning two future locations. “We wanted each customer to feel special and feel like each donut is his or her own creation,” Steiner says. “I see so many kids who are so excited and wide-eyed the first time they come in.” Donut Refinery’s most popular donut is The Maple Bacon. “The next most popular is The Chocolate Sprinkles, followed by The Blueberry Glaze (which is a special item not on the menu),” Steiner says. “I announce it on our Instagram page when we make them.” Steiner’s favorite donut is glaze with cinnamon powder and blueberry glazed. Steiner says guests can also rent the Donut Refinery space for private events on Sundays, “and we added weekdays as well to keep up with the demand.” Steiner adds that she has been pleased with how The Donut Refinery has been received because it was a long road from concept to success. “I have been a stay-at-home mom for the past eight years, raising three little ones,” Steiner says. “I worked on this concept for four, long years before I took the plunge. “My husband keeps me grounded,” she adds. I wanted to open four years ago. He had me do the research required to succeed in this business. It seems so fun to open a donut shop, but it is so much more than that. On a side note, my husband doesn’t eat any sugar. So he has only eaten about three donuts so far — mostly because I forced him. He admitted to me the blueberry glaze was amazing. That’s a lot coming from him.” Donut Refinery is located at 12525 Old Meridian Street in Carmel. You can give them a call at 317-669-2996 or visit them online at facebook.com/ TheDonutRefinery. 10 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
Families of the Boy Scouts of America have been asking for years to welcome daughters into the program that they have seen change their son’s lives.
This fall, families can now sign up their sons and daughters for Cub Scouting In October of 2017, the Boy Scouts of America Board of Directors unanimously approved to welcome girls into its iconic Cub Scout program and to deliver a Scouting program for older girls that will enable them to advance and earn the highest rank of Eagle Scout. The historic decision comes after years of receiving requests from families that they want to participate together. The BSA evaluated the results of numerous research efforts, gaining input from current members and leaders, as well as parents and girls who’ve never been involved in Scouting. This research confirmed that the curriculum is applicable to both girls and boys, and offers families an additional choice in meeting the character development needs of all their children. Cub Scouts and the Boy Scouts of America have created a unique model that builds on the benefits of single gender programs while providing the same character and leadership opportunities for both boys and girls. Cub Scout dens will be single gender, all boys or all girls, not co-ed.
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So Big Mountain House Offers Shelter to Pregnant Women in Need Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing Photos Provided by So Big
Ten years ago, Lori Buzzetti, MD, received a clear message from God that she should open a non-profit maternity house for women who were facing an unexpected pregnancy and found themselves in need of shelter, food and guidance. Buzzetti, a veteran obstetrician, knew firsthand of all the health issues facing pregnant women — issues that were exacerbated by stress. “They often have problems with blood pressure, bleeding and pre-term labor,” she says. “In fact, 50 percent of all illnesses and deaths we see are within populations that can’t provide for themselves. If we can walk alongside these ladies and help them learn how to provide for themselves then we see a decrease in their medical complications.” In 2013, Buzzetti founded So Big with a
vision of bringing glory to God by offering hope to expectant women in need. When they were coming up with a name, they felt that So Big beautifully summed up the organization’s creation and intention. “We knew that the plans God had for this place were so big that we couldn’t even imagine them,” Buzzetti says. Though she tried for a time to continue her OBGYN practice and also run So Big, it soon became clear that she was spread too thin. Therefore, two years ago she stopped practicing so that she could focus all her time on this passion project designed to empower women and help them discover their self-value. Buzzetti and her board members searched for property so they could open a maternity house. Ultimately, they connected with New Hope Christian Church, which owned 12 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
property that had previously been used as a home that fostered nearly 350 children. Buzzetti and her team partnered with New Hope to renovate the space, and in March of this year, they opened Big Home Mountain House, a maternity home serving Whitestown and Zionsville that provides up to four expectant mothers with shelter, food and other resources. Women may move into the house anytime during their pregnancy and are allowed to stay for up to one year post-birth as they get their maternal footing and work to gain skills that will enable them to support themselves and their babies. “We show these women the love of Jesus,” Buzzetti says. “We also ask them to attend church and Bible study with us.” Part of the organization’s statement of faith says, “Children are a gift from God and are
to be treasured and cared for in a loving manner. We are to share with those in need and practice hospitality.” Residents are asked to give a small percentage of what they make so that they feel like they are contributing, but if they are unable to provide monetarily, they are not obligated to do so. The women are on their own for breakfast and lunch but enjoy a community dinner each evening. “We are gradually adding residents so we have time to focus on each of their needs as they get acclimated into the house,” says Buzzetti, noting that they are not set up to accommodate domestic violence situations or those who are battling substance abuse. This home is for women who find themselves in an unplanned pregnancy and are panicked about what to do. They may feel trapped, unsure of how to pay rent and care for a baby. They are overwhelmed and perhaps even contemplating terminating the pregnancy. So Big staff help these women see that there are alternatives to abortion. “We’re offering them the chance to get back on their feet, to choose life and to feel hope,” says Buzzetti, who hopes to open additional maternity homes around Indianapolis or beyond in the future. There are similar houses in surrounding areas such as the O’ Connor House in Carmel, but there aren’t a lot of options in the southern area of Indy. “We’ll see where God leads us, but right now we’re busy trying to get a good rhythm going at the house,” Buzzetti says. Clearly, she’s on the right track as recently one of the residents confided that since moving in she feels like she can finally catch her breath. “She and her baby are able to relax because they know they are cared for,” Buzzetti says. “Now that hope has returned to her heart, the heaviness in her chest is gone.” For more information about the So Big Mountain House, visit sobig.org. atZionsville.com / AUGUST 2018 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / 13
Village Yarn Company’s new owner, Katie Marsh bought the store in March.
Knitting Community Hones Their Craft At Village Yarn Company Writer / Suzanne Huntzinger Photographer / Ron Wise
Whether you’re into crocheting and knitting or not, you will be after visiting this adorable shop in Zionsville Village. Village Yarn Company has been around about eight years, and they’ve already grown so much that they’ve moved to a second location. When you walk in the doors of the quaint shop, you immediately get a warm, homey, cozy and comforting feeling, just like being in your own family room. In the center of the store is where it all starts. A couch, several comfy chairs and a coffee table form the building block for this knitting community. Cubbies full of dozens of spools of yarn line the walls, and they have a large selection of notions, accessories and
patterns for the knitter’s every need. While you’re there, don’t leave without meeting the shop’s new owner, Katie Marsh. Marsh bought the store in March 2018. Though she didn’t have plans to buy a small business, the purchase happened fast. “I’ve been a knitter for years, and I followed the shop online,” she says. “Then one day, I saw that the store was for sale. So, I daydreamed about it a little, made some inquiries and turned it into reality.” Buying the shop was a perfect fit for Marsh, who’s not just a knitter, but she’s taught many classes. The shop offers a variety of classes like the ones Marsh taught, engaging knitters from beginner level to expert. While the popularity of the art of knitting has endured its ebb and flow, it’s solid now. 14 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
“Knitting has enjoyed a resurgence in the last 10 or 15 years. It never really lost its popularity,” Marsh says. “Our regular customers are very regular. Most are in the knitting groups and in our classes. People realize there’s more to the art than just what your grandma used to do.” Among the things adding to the art’s appeal are the variety of vibrant colored yarns, new patterns and designs and the wide selection of yarn fibers and weights. You can choose from yarns that range from high-quality fine yarns for special projects to more affordable yarns for everyday type projects. “People have the stereotype that knitting is just for hats and baby blankets,” Marsh says. “But now you can make some pretty trendy clothes.”
As appealing as Marsh and the rest of the knitting community make the craft sound, there are plenty of folks who are too intimidated to try it. “Some people are always going to say it’s too difficult to learn to knit and they could never make something beautiful,” Marsh says. “But it truly is easy. Knitting begins with two simple stitch types: the knit stitch and purl stitch. Once you get started, you can make your projects as simple or challenging as you want it. There’s a pattern for every skill level of knitting.” Marsh can relate to the reluctance to learn the skill. She learned while in college from her grandmother who passed away a short time after teaching her. Inspired to keep her grandmother’s knitting spirit alive, Marsh bought a knitting book, gradually learned the skill and found a knitting community to join. “I want to offer the same welcoming place for our knitting community,” Marsh says. “We get a few people each week in the shop inquiring about getting started and signing up for classes. Try it. It’s fun.”
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Marsh suggests exploring the knitting website ravelry.com, which offers a database of patterns and a forum for all your knitting questions. Stop by the Village Yarn Company today for your knit and purl fix. The shop is located at 209 S. Main Street in Zionsville. Visit them online at villageyarncompany.wordpress.com and follow them on Facebook.
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Zionsville Community Schools Athletic Director, Greg Schellhase oversaw the month-long project.
ZCHS VARSITY GYM FLOOR RENOVATED AFTER MORE THAN 20 YEARS Writer / Josh Brown . Photographer / Brian Brosmer
t was about time for a facelift. The hardwoods were beginning to look a little too throwback and rugged.
This is the first major update to the gym that ZCHS has done since the original facility was built, and you can certainly tell the difference. The Eagles “Z” logo is prominently displayed in the middle of the court that now boasts a glossy hardwood finish.
There is plenty of history on the floors of the Zionsville Community High School basketball gym. The varsity gym was built in 1997, and, after more than 20 years, the gym floor has finally been revamped. The project was a lengthy one, and no corners were cut. It took almost a month The school system made the decision to before the floor was completely finished. After 20 years of wear and tear and coats of renovate the basketball court earlier this sealer, the floors had to be stripped down, year, and the project was finally completed sanded, repainted and refinished all over in early May, right before graduation for again. ZCHS. “The gym floor had not been redone since it was first built,” says Zionsville Community Schools Athletic Director Greg Schellhase. “It is the original gym floor we had been using. After years of constantly putting down extra coats on the floor, it was in need of an update. This is going to be our gym for the foreseeable future, so it was time for some upgrades. We are very happy with how it turned out.”
is not overdone or too busy. The tone of the wood is much lighter than it was. It really turned out great.” Ironically enough, not many in the Zionsville community have seen the new gym floor yet. Because the floor had just been finished before graduation, ZCHS had to keep it covered during the ceremony so it wasn’t walked on and scuffed up that early on after completion.
Schellhase says the results are certainly worth it.
Once the summer hit, the gym opened up for basketball and volleyball camps as students and youth in the community piled in. Since then, some parents, coaches and student-athletes have seen the new digs and have been pleasantly surprised.
“It couldn’t have turned out any better,” he says. “There were 20-plus years of stain and sealer on there. The company we worked with really had to get in there and sand it down. It looks like a brand new floor. The design looks really sharp. It has enough of our logos and colors to make it pop, but it
“They are very excited about it,” Schellhase says. “Our players enjoy that we are investing back into this facility. That school pride factor is really important. It is nice to reward our volleyball and basketball teams for the hard work they put in by improving the gym. They love it.”
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IT COULDN’T HAVE TURNED OUT ANY BETTER. - GREG SCHELLHASE Over the last several years, ZCHS has seen success with its boys and girls basketball and volleyball programs. This past school year, the girls basketball team finished runner-up in the state championships for the first time in ZCHS history.
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As school gets started again in August, there will be plenty of chances for the community to see the new gym floor, starting with volleyball season in August and September. ZCHS will also get to show off the renovations to much of the state later this year when they host the girls basketball sectional tournament. Schellhase is ready for the school year to start and more of the community to get to see the new floor and updates made to the gym. “It is a great thing for the community,” he says. “It isn’t just the high school teams that utilize the space. We have youth teams, our music programs, there are many different community members that take advantage of the gym. It is going to be a nice focal point and something to be proud of. I am excited to showcase the facility this year, and hopefully, we can continue to make other improvements as we move forward. This was a positive step in the right direction, though.” Zionsville Community High School is located at 1000 Mulberry St. For more information, visit them online at zhs.zcs.k12.in.us or give them a call at 317-873-3355.
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With the first day of school lingering in the not-so-distant future, you're probably feeling both excited and overwhelmed. From creating healthy sleep habits and establishing a good morning routine to handling back-to-school anxiety and learning how to make communication more manageable, we’ve got 10 back to school tips and tricks for parents to help make this your best year yet! 1. MAKE A COUNTDOWN
to those routines while wanting to get in as much fun as you can, but it will help the transition immensely for you and your kids if you start early. 2. POSITIVE ATTITUDE You know that your child will reap the benefits of going to school. Try to keep any anxiety or stress you may have from showing to your child. 3. VISIT THE SCHOOL
This is a great practice for young kids Using a calendar, paper chain or whiteboard, starting preschool or Kindergarten. It is start a countdown a couple weeks before equally great for children entering a new school. With this countdown ease into school. Map out their classes and let them their school routine with bedtime, setting try out their locker. Park where they will out their clothes for the next day and when park and walk in, making their first day of they'll be waking up. It'll be hard to stick school more familiar. 20 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
4. MORNING ROUTINE Routine is the key word here. It may take a few weeks or even months to figure out the perfect routine for your family, but once you've got it, stick with it. Write it out or discuss it with your kids to let them know how you'd like to see the morning go. Have them help you figure out what works best for them. 5. EVENING ROUTINE Although morning routines help with the ease into a new day, setting up an evening routine can make that morning routine breeze by. Again, see what works best for your family. Maybe make a chart or an evening routine clock that shows what things they need to accomplish before lights out. Do as much as you can the night before
so the next morning is simple (set out clothes, make lunches, look at the week ahead etc.) 6. GO SCHOOL SHOPPING Head to the store for their favorite foods in their packed lunch. Purchase the necessary school supplies or even a new First Day outfit. Get haircuts. Having a day with them to prepare for the new year ahead will let your kids know you want to make this as easy and as fun as possible for them. 7. MAKE A DROP ZONE Talk to your child about homework rules and where they should put papers that need to be looked at or signed. Have enough space for each child's backpack, shoes, water bottles or anything else they will be carrying home from school so there is no frustration in the morning to find these items. Make sure they know it's their space and their responsibility to keep their items there. 8. MAKE A CALENDAR Add all of the holidays and school info and hang it where your child can see it. If they join a club or sport, have them write in their games or practice dates and times to let them have a little responsibility over knowing when their time is scheduled. If you have a younger child, use stickers to let them know which days they have games or practices. Starting this habit of letting them schedule their time will help them decide what is too much on their plate.
9. BE PRESENT As tempting as it is to tell our kids they have nothing to worry about as a way to distract them, sometimes the best thing we can do as parents is to simply listen. If your child is finding school stressful, allow him or her to put their feelings into words so you can figure out exactly what is bothering them and (hopefully) find a solution to their worries. Spend 5 to 10 minutes connecting with each child in the morning or evening routine, with your phone put away. Talk about who they're excited to see or what they're going to do at recess. If they are nervous for the week ahead, brainstorm a family activity for the weekend.
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10. OUTSOURCE YOUR TIME Know that it's okay to ask for help. Figure out what is taking up a lot of your time, therefore, keeping you from your family. Is there a way to pay to have it done by someone else? Hire a cleaning service, utilize grocery pick up or delivery, make crock-pot meals, carpool with other parents for practices. There are many ways to simplify if you are able to step back and see what needs to be adjusted.
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In the world of basketball, LaSalle Thompson III is a “walking miracle” as he likes to refer to himself and his experience. With the nickname “Peewee”, playing high school, college and professional basketball did not seem like a realistic dream. But with hard work, determination and a supportive family his dream became a reality. Thompson readily admits he was the shortest player on 99 percent of his teams since middle school, and he didn’t need a guarantee his dreams would work out. He just needed it to be possible. Since 2005, he has been inspiring and teaching boys and girls from second grade all the way through to the NBA the fundamentals of basketball and the lessons he has learned on and off the court.
As a four-year starter at Pike High School, Thompson, an Indiana All-Star player in 1991, had a deep passion for basketball and a burning desire to play at the college level. He was able to make that happen at Indiana State for two years before transferring to Ball State to play his last two years.
working 12-hour days. He worked out at 5 a.m. before work and then joined men’s basketball leagues and headed back to the gym to stay sharp and be around basketball.
By staying on top of his game, the opportunity came knocking three years later. He was invited to play on an Athletes During his senior year at Ball State, his wife in Action team that consisted of current Tonja, who was working on her master’s professional basketball players in Europe degree there after graduating from Indiana that were playing in an exhibition game University, gave birth to their firstborn son, against the Notre Dame Men’s Basketball PJ. The couple met in middle school but team. Thompson was the only player not playing professionally, and he picked a began dating his junior year at Pike. The dream and desire to play at the professional great day to have his best game. Two scouts were there and, after a brief conversation, level was strong but the reality that he now Thompson’s dream became reality. Within had a wife and a child to provide for meant a matter of weeks, the agents put something he would have to put his dream on hold. together and he was signed to play in Thompson got creative with the time he had Norway. Thompson would eventually go working full time in the hospitality industry, on to play in Italy and then Germany but always returned home during the summers. eventually getting into management and 22 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
Thompson’s son PJ, one of the senior leaders instrumental in the success with the Purdue University Men’s Basketball Team, has been pursued by agents to play professionally in Europe. Thompson’s youngest son, Isaiah will play ball at Purdue in 2019. Thompson was not that lucky, he did not have any guidance with agents knocking on his door. He just had a dream and a desire so strong that he created an unrivaled work ethic. “None of this would have been possible without my wife’s support,” he says. “She always understood my dreams and my desires and aspirations, and she sacrificed giving me her blessing to pursue this path.” Thompson describes his journey from high school through his time playing professionally as a miracle. But his opportunities were hardly from luck, rather from being committed and doing whatever it took to achieve this goal. 16826 BuickGMC_TownePost.ai
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“I was always the shortest player on the team, but I knew to play at the next level I would have to work harder than anyone else,” Thompson says.
LaSalle Thompson III was on the 1991 Indiana All-Star team with Glenn Robinson.
After achieving his dream, he began to think about the future. He knew that eventually, he would want to get into coaching and by June of 2005, he was approached by two fathers while working out in the gym. They wanted to know if he would work with their sons over the summer. Word got around and by the beginning of August, he now had 3035 kids working with him without any advertising. The opportunity to transition from his professional career to be with his young family and start the next season of his life as a coach and a trainer had arrived. He launched Fundamentals 1st Basketball Program training individuals, groups and teams and developed the Indianapolis Ice AAU Basketball Teams. The opportunity to build relationships with his players, the kids in his training program and be able to coach his own sons’ basketball teams, he knew this was his purpose. Thompson coaches his players to be underdogs regardless of their size. “I always had a chip on my shoulder about being the shortest,” he says. “I had to prove myself.” He brings that mentality to his training program to give the kids an advantage regardless of their size. Most importantly, he wants to help show these young boys and girls that anything is possible. He is passionate about coaching and training the way he approached being a player. “I want them to believe in their dreams and pursue it with everything they have regardless of what others say,” Thompson says. “I am living proof that anything is possible.” For information about training with Thompson at Fundamentals 1st Basketball Program or try out for one of the Indy Ice AAU programs, contact him at 317-432-1181 or email him at peewee0974@gmail.com. 24 / ZIONSVILLE MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2018 / atZionsville.com
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7 WAY S TO P R E P YO U R FA L L WA R D R O B E
Writer / Stephanie Weber Photographer / Collin Weber
It’s still in the 90s most days, but fall is quickly approaching. August is the month that students go back to school, the football games dominate weekends and stores start to put out their fall styles if they haven’t already. Sweaters are probably the farthest thing from your mind, but if you love fall fashion as much as I do, you’re ready to start transitioning.
There are a few easy ways to do that even with the summer heat that looms for at least the next month.
new denim styles that are comfortable and also on trend for the year. 2. FLANNELS ARE A MUST
1. UTILIZE DENIM
You simply can’t go wrong with flannels, especially for fall. Wear these now unbuttoned Now is the time to add denim to your wardrobe. Stock up on a couple of pairs of new with a tank or graphic tee and your favorite denim shorts. Then when the temperatures skinnies or boyfriend fit jeans because you’ll be able to wear them through the next couple drop, layer flannels with a vest paired with booties and your new high-rise skinny jeans. of seasons. Nordstrom, Madewell, Evereve, This is the ultimate piece for bonfires and, and Sweet Olive are my go-to stores to find
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honestly, if you only add one item to your wardrobe for fall, it should be flannels. 3. PEEP TOE BOOTIES ARE A GOOD WAY TO GO
Right now, it’s a little too warm for booties with socks, at least for me. I’d suggest peep toe booties that will go with almost every outfit. You can wear these with dresses, denim or even shorts. DSW almost always has a great selection and they are my go-to store for shoes. 4. ADD FALL COLORS
It seems this year that fall colors have been on trend since January. We’ve seen mustard and olive for most of the summer, but if you haven’t added them to your wardrobe yet, now is certainly the time. Along with those two hues, purple, navy and burgundy are also a few to add to your shopping list. Try a fall-colored button-up paired with denim shorts and a peep toe bootie. That’s the perfect August look. 5. LAYER UP
As we move into fall, you probably notice that mornings are chilly followed by warm, sunny days and then back into breezy nights again. A light cardigan with a short sleeve floral top and your favorite denim is a good way to go. You can also use flannels as a layering piece. Leather jackets are common as we move into colder temps. But, be careful not to over-layer in a way that looks messy and confusing leaving you with no shape. atCenterGrove.com atZionsville.com / AUGUST AUGUST 2018 2018 / CENTER ZIONSVILLE GROVE MAGAZINE MAGAZINE / 27 / 35
6. SANDALS ARE ACCEPTABLE
Utilize those summer sandals as long as you can because your feet won’t see the light of day until at least March. I used to say that “jeans and flip-flop” weather is my favorite and that holds true today. Wear sandals with your favorite jumpsuits, denim or dresses until it’s just too cold. Black or cognac sandals are my suggestion for transitional colors. 7.6.ADD ADDSOME SOMEPRINTS PRINTS
Leopard is always popular for fall and so is plaid. Bold fall florals are another print to add. Pattern mixing is one of my favorite things to try for fall. I like to mix leopard flats with a plaid top and comfortable denim. Add statement earrings to the look and you’re good to go. These tips are easy ways to make fall clothing work even though it’s still warm outside. It’s best to start transitioning now while the stores are
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Come enjoy live music from fan favorite, PolkaBoy! Enjoy food trucks, beer & wine, local restaurants, Celebration Central children’s area and lots of dancing! Master of Ceremonies, Zionsville’s own Kristi Lee, will keep everyone on the brick street on their feet! Pre-sale tickets are $10, at the door $15. Children 10 and under are $5. Family Pack (4 or more family members, limited to 8 total) is $40 - family must arrive together. Pre-sale tickets can also be purchased at Akard True Value Hardware, Cobblestone or the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce office. S Main St. 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Our themed trivia has been super popular and now we want to make it fun for the whole family! August is Family Fun Cartoon Trivia! We will play two rounds of trivia with questions for the whole family. Bring the little ones and get together to answer the questions for your chance to win a $20 Voucher to B&B! Books & Brews Zionsville 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Come and play Indiana’s favorite card game with us Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. Meet new people to play with or bring friends! We love Euchre, and hope you can join us for a night of fun. And Wednesday is also $3.99 Pint Night! Make sure you sign up with your partner. Everyone gets to play the same number of games. Once a round is complete, one team moves on to the next table, and the winning team will win a $20 Books & Brews Gift Card! Books & Brews Zionsville 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Our popular campfire treat is celebrated each year on August 10. As far back as 1925, this delicious, sticky and gooey treat has been loved by millions across the United States. Today there are many variations to the original S’more. Visit the Town of Zionsville’s Facebook page August 1 - 9 and vote for your favorites! Then join us during our S’more’s Day Campfire to taste the winners. Zion Nature Center 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
It’s National Dog Day! Grab your pooch and beat the heat along shaded park trails. Join us for a walk though Starkey Park and a chance to socialize with other dog owners. Dogs must be on a leash and under owner’s control at all times. Starkey Park 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Join us for a day of golf, good food, drinks and lots of fun all while helping the ZVFD Larry K. Rust Memorial Scholarship Fund, Hoosier Burn Camp and the ZVFD Bereavement Fund. Stop by our headquarters office in the Zionsville Town Hall or call 317-873-5358 to register. Golf Club of Indiana 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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