Texas Hill Country Culture September 2018

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Running the gridiron LEARN ABOUT THE COACHES MAKING TIVY’S PLAY CALLS

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RUNNING THE GRIDIRON The Tivy coaches behind the players

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EXTRA POINT Area football schedules to keep you up-to-date

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Your Home in the Hill Country 40

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A Hill Country resident’s love for the Dallas Cowboys got her to the sidelines

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WHEELS Sport a hot, custom ride after visiting Boerne Stage Kustoms

HOME SHOWCASE Invite everyone over to watch the game at this Homestead home THE PLAYBOOK Scout out your next abode, designs at Tour of Homes

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UNCORKED Texas Hills Vineyard continues legacy on the wine trail THE ARTS Texas Arts and Crafts Fair returns to the Hill Country

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EVENTS September calendar

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OUT & ABOUT Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Business Expo

Jeremy Hickman, defensive coordinator at Tivy. Read about him and the other Tivy coaches on page 16.

HERITAGE The traditions that make our Hill Country high schools special

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GOOD TASTE Prepare easy snacks for game day

Top lphoto by Autumn Bernhard; middle photo by Tom Holden; bottom photo by William Houghton

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Family means football Hello readers, It’s that time of year again: Football season. For me, the only other season that comes close to this level of anticipation is hunting season, which is also right around the corner.

If you’re like me, you like football. Actually like doesn’t begin to describe it. You crave football. There is nothing compared to being able to watch football Friday through Sunday and on Monday and Thursday nights.

When I was growing up, high school football was my family’s way to bond. We would all get in the car and head to the stadium after having an early dinner. We made sure to get there early, although it wasn’t necessary, considering we always had season tickets.

My sister and I would hang by the railing and were always mesmerized by the cheerleaders. We knew every move, every chant and every formation. To be honest, I never even realized there was a game going on. I was solely there for the cheerleaders.

Looking back now, that sounds very strange to say, considering as soon as I learned the game of football, I found myself overlooking the cheerleaders.

Fast forward to middle school, and I found myself not attending any high school games. Whether our lives got in the way or we replaced our Friday night outings with something else, I can’t really tell you.

All I know is, I wasn’t in the stands on Friday nights anymore, and it felt like something was missing.

It wasn’t until my eighth-grade year that I made the decision that I needed football in my life. Of course, I continued to watch college and professional football during my hiatus from Friday night lights, but watching games on television doesn’t come close to the atmosphere of sitting on uncomfortable bleachers with bugs flying around all the lights and overaggressive mothers cheering for their sons.

That’s when I vowed to never miss a varsity football

EDITOR’S LETTER

game. And I’m happy to say that, because of my very gracious mother, best friend and her mother, I attended every football game from eighth grade until walking the stage.

It was at those games that I created lasting memories.

From almost freezing to the bleachers to running up and down the sidelines in the pouring rain in Llano, everything was unforgettable — not to mention a lot of fun.

With every missed turn to the fields to being stuck in the long lines leaving the stadiums, my mother and I became closer with every mile we put on the odometer.

Football brought her and I together as a family again.

So, this season, attend as many games as you can, and remember to enjoy the little victories as well as the big ones.

See you at the field!

Autumn Bernhard Magazine Editor autumn@txhcculture.com

“The game of life is a lot like football. You have to tackle your problems, block your fears and score your points when you get the opportunity.”

Photo by Amber Bernhard

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Ready for game day Make a touchdown with these snacks for your watch party Story and photos by Autumn Bernhard Food prepared by Amber and Autumn Bernhard

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rowing up, football was never a cause for getting in the kitchen and dirtying pots and pans. We kept it simple: Order a pizza or two, get the paper plates out, grab a can of soda, and sit down and watch the game. Game time was exactly what it sounds like — time for the game.

I was more focused on blocks in the back and pass interference than what fancy dip I was using or the hors d’oeuvres that were on the menu.

So, when I got to college and started getting immersed into more football parties, it threw me for a loop how much emphasis was put on the food at the gatherings. And, to be completely honest, I didn’t care for it.

Don’t get me wrong, the food was good, but I could clearly tell that non-football fans made the cuisine selections.

You see, my main priority in any food that I have at a football party is can I get up and yell at the TV if necessary. Yes, I am one of those fans who think the coach will hear me through the television, not to mention the many miles between us. When a bad call is made, I point it out, rather loudly.

The problem was the watch parties I would attend didn’t share this necessity with me. So, I took it upon myself to find dishes that scored a touchdown with my, let’s call them, informative pointers.

Now, before you judge my selection of food choices, I have to say that I am not a chef. I have never claimed to be anything of the sort. In fact, I would go a step further and say if it can’t be made in the microwave, it’s not for me.

Although some of these recipes do require an oven, they are very simple to make and not costly.

Let’s face it: I found them when I was in college; I didn’t have the money to spend.

Without further ado, here are Autumn’s Approved Football Food... and a Drink.

GOOD TASTE

Six-Layer Dip Makes 8 servings INGREDIENTS 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened 1 8-ounce can black beans 8 ounces Mexican cheese blend Toppings: sliced green onions,

chopped tomatoes, sliced

black olives Assorted tortilla and corn chips PREPARATION 1. Layer cream cheese, black beans and cheese in a 1 quart serving dish.

2. Add the toppings in any order.

3. Serves with chips.

Feel free to use more or less of any of the ingredients.

Recipe modified from Southern Living.

Avocado Salsa INGREDIENTS

Makes 2 cups

2/3 cup grape tomatoes, chopped 1/2 finely chopped pineapple 3 medium avocados, diced 1/2 finely chopped sweet onion 1/8 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Black pepper Regular or lime tortilla chips 8

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PREPARATION 1. Combine the tomatoes, pineapple, avocados, onion, cilantro, lime juice, red pepper flakes and garlic salt in a medium bowl.

2. Stir.

3. Add pepper to taste.

4. Serve with regular or lime tortilla chips.

Feel free to use more or less of any of the ingredients.

Recipe from Trisha’s Southern Kitchen.

Frankies in Blankies Makes 32 frankies INGREDIENTS 2 sheets puff pastry, ready rolled 40 cocktail franks 1 egg PREPARATION 1. Preheat oven to 355 F. 2. Line baking tray with baking paper.

3. Cut each pastry sheet into 4 strips.

4. Cut each strip into 5 rectangles.

5. Place 1 frankfurt diagonally onto 1 rectangle.

6. Roll up to enclose frankfurt, repeat until all are rolled up.

7. Place onto tray, brush with egg.

8. Bake 20-25 minutes till pastry is golden.

Recipe modified from Genius Kitchen.

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GOOD TASTE

Beer Punch Makes 4 servings INGREDIENTS

PREPARATION 1. In a bowl, add the strawberries, blueberries, sugar, grenadine and lime juice.

2. Stir to dissolve as much sugar as possible.

3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, stirring a couple of times to agitate and help create juices.

4. When ready to serve, divide the mixture 4 strawberries, chopped among 4 glasses.

1/4 cup blueberries 5. Pour 6 ounces of beer into each glass 1/4 cup sugar and give a gentle stir.

2 tablespoons grenadine 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Feel free to use more or less of any of the 2 (12-ounce) bottles beer, cold ingredients.

(Corona or a pilsner is recommended) Recipe by Sunny Anderson.

PREPARATION 1. Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. 2. Line a 9-inch-square baking pan with aluminum foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on all sides. Lightly spray the foil with cooking spray..

3. Pulse 1 cup pretzel pieces in a food processor until finely ground (about 1/2 cup crumbs).

4. Transfer to a bowl. Whisk in the flour, baking powder and salt.

5. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Salted PretzelMarshmallow Bars Makes 16 bars INGREDIENTS FOR BARS Cooking spray, for the pan 1 1/2 cups broken pretzel pieces 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 stick unsalted butter 1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar 2 large eggs, lightly beaten 2 teaspoons vanilla extract INGREDIENTS FOR TOPPING 8 marshmallows 1/2 cup peanut butter and chocolate chips 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 10

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6. Remove from the heat and stir in the brown sugar.

Let cool slightly, then stir in the eggs and vanilla.

7. Stir the pretzel crumb mixture into the butter mixture in two additions.

8. Spread the batter in the prepared pan. Scatter the remaining 1/2 cup pretzel pieces on top. Bake until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with a few crumbs, 25 to 30 minutes.

9. Let cool completely in the pan on a rack, then lift the foil to remove the bars from the pan and transfer to a baking sheet.

10. Preheat the broiler. Press the marshmallows in even rows on top of the bars. Broil, rotating the baking sheet as needed, until the marshmallows are golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes; let cool.

11. Put the peanut butter and chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring, until melted and smooth.

12. Drizzle the melted mixtures over the bars. Let harden at room temperature or chill to set before cutting.

Modified from Food Network Magazine.

GOOD TASTE

A drink for the ages

Lemonade offers refreshing way to include everyone Story and photos by Autumn Bernhard Drinks prepared by Amber Bernhard

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o me, one of the most underrated drinks is lemonade.

Most people only think of it as a drink you sip in the heat of the summer. After August is over, they store the lemonade mix and don’t bat an eye at lemons in the produce section of the grocery store.

Well, I’m here to hopefully persuade you against discarding all things lemon this month. Instead, use lemonade to your advantage.

With its versatility, lemonade can be given to people of all ages. People younger than 21 can have a nice refreshing lemonade with a little twist. If you’re legal, try spicing up your lemonade with a dash of alcohol.

This football season, test out one or all of these lemonade concoctions.

LEMONADE BASE 1 cup hot water 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 cups lemon juice 1 gallon cold water

Virgin Mando Lemonade Mango puree Lemonade Sparkling Cherry Lemonade Seltzer Splash of grenadine

Blushing Arnold Palmer 1/2 iced tea 1/2 lemonade Splash of grenadine Watermelon Lemonade 1/2 lemonade 1/2 watermelon juice

Blueberry Lemonade Muddled blueberries

Boozy Lemonade Rum Punch Lemonade Pineapple juice Coconut rum Dark rum Fireball Pink Lemonade Lemonade Fireball Splash of grenadine Lemonade Mimosa 1/2 lemonade 1/2 champagne

Honey-Bourbon Lemonade Lemonade Bourbon Honey drizzle Sangria Lemonade Lemonade White wine Light rum Rasberries Oranges Apples

Pictured from front: Lemonade Rum Punch, Lemonade Rum Punch with strawberries, Blueberry Lemonade and Blushing Arnold Palmer

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If it’s not broke, don’t fix it Area schools continue their traditions

By Jonathan Toye

W

hat separates football from other sports?

The traditions that are associated with it.

Oftentimes, they are so powerful that they can even transcend football.

For example, the rallying cry, “Tivy Fight Never Dies” — the Antlers’ most recognizable football tradition — doesn’t just apply to the gridiron. It’s a lifestyle for everyone who was born and raised in Kerrville.

Of course, there are other popular traditions in the Hill Country, which can range from something as small as a pregame ritual to something as big as a life-altering retreat. But they all share a common goal: taking a group of high school students and creating a family.

Area schools have different ways of creating that unity. Here are a few: Tivy Tivy Fight Never Dies: It’s a tradition that needs no explanation. The letters “TFND” are emblazoned on the banner draped over the stands at Antler Stadium.

Tivy players and fans shout, “Tivy fight never dies,” every time the Tivy band performs the school’s fight song. According to local historian Joe Herring Jr., the earliest newspaper reference to “TFND” can be found in Dec. 8, 1949, issue of the Kerrville Mountain Sun. It’s been a staple of Tivy football ever since.

Father-son retreat: Every year before football season, the seniors go on a retreat with their fathers.

The father-son duos return with nothing but great things to say about this tradition annually. This retreat is a chance for fathers and sons to share intimate conversations with each other, and it’s an opportunity for the seniors to grow closer to one another before they begin their final season at Tivy.

Moms 101: Every year, Tivy hosts a coaching clinic for players’ moms, giving them the chance to participate in the same drills their sons go through every day in practice.

Our Lady of the Hills Football retreat: The Our Lady of the Hills players take a retreat to Camp La Junta every year. The Hawks will swim, fish and partake in team meetings. This is also the time when they select team captians, choose the motto for the upcoming season and set goals for the season.

“It’s a good bonding time for us,” Head Coach Chris Ramirez said. “It’s a time where we lock in and focus, and start the season committed to common goals.”

Ingram Post-game handshake: After every game, Ingram’s football players proceed down a line, shaking the hands of the fans in the stands, regardless of winning or losing.

Pre-game anthem: During Duane Kroeker’s time as Ingram’s athletic director, the Warriors have run on to the field to the Imagine Dragons’ song, “Warriors.”

Homecoming bonfire: The Warriors host a bonfire on the Wednesday night of homecoming week.

Center Point Ringing of the bell: Every time Center Point scores a touchdown, Pirate fans ring a bell on the track circling the football field. Head Coach Bubba Walters believes ringing this bell is a welcome alternative to blowing a loud airhorn after every touchdown.

“It’s nice to hear that bell,” Walters said. “When you hear that bell, you know you’ve done something right.”

Harper The roadside sign: Before the Harper players sprint onto the field, they slap a roadside sign.

Raising horns: Before every kickoff, coaches yell at players to “Get their horns up.” The players in turn raise their index and pinky fingers, imitating a Longhorn.

“Those two traditions are things that have withstood time,” Head Coach Dusty Gibbs said. “I know those are things that have been going on for many years.”

Comfort Game day breakfast: On every game day, the Comfort football team enjoys breakfast at the local Mexican restaurant Los Jarritos.

Andrew Collins, sideline enthusiasm coach: According to Head Coach George Edwards, Collins was a student manager for the football team in the 1990s. He has remained an integral part of the Comfort football experience ever since. Before every game, he stands at midfield with a Comfort flag and awaits the Bobcats to charge out of the tunnel.

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THE COACHES BEHIND THE PLAYERS In early August, we sat down with Tivy coaches to learn a little more about what goes on before, after and during Friday night kickoffs. The hope is that this will give readers a glimpse into the life of a Tivy football coach.

After all, these coaches often leave an indelible impact on young men’s lives. They deserve a moment in the spotlight.

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nside Tivy’s field house is a sprawling men’s locker room. Inside that locker room rests a coaches’ office that continually buzzes with activity.

On an early August morning, several of Tivy’s coaches gathered in this office to prepare for the new season while the others are out on the field.

Head Coach David Jones and Offensive Coordinator Jeff Kubacak discuss different plays they might run this season.

Defensive Coordinator Jeremy Hickman studies defensive strategies on his laptop. And Defensive Back coaches Austin Galifaro and Justin Mendoza converse in the left corner.

Plastered on the office walls are photos documenting the coaches’ greatest triumphs.

There’s a photo from Tivy’s 2014 win over Calallen, a photo of Hickman posing with his defense after Tivy’s 42-7 win over Alamo Heights and a photo from last year of Receivers Coach Kameron Arnold with his arms around Tivy senior Josh Vela and former receiver Keithan Perez. Tivy coaches will spend hours upon hours in this office this fall. These snapshots remind them why they work so hard.

There are 11 coaches on Tivy’s varsity staff. Ostensibly, their chief objective is to give their players the best opportunity to win games on Friday nights.

But their responsibilities extend far beyond x’s and o’s. These coaches are leaders, teachers and, in some instances, father figures to the players.

“As an athlete and a student, I learned a lot from my two position coaches, Ty Taylor and Chris Russ,” said Brady Jenschke, a 2017 unanimous first team all-district defensive end. “They helped me become a better person, and they always looked out for me. I always had a positive role model wherever I went, because they were always there in the classroom or out on the field. They really helped me with morals and ethics.”

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JEREMY HICKMAN

Defensive coordinator

Q: What made you want to be a coach?

A: One of the reasons is my grandfather was a head football coach in West Texas at several schools. When I was in high school, I always felt like I wanted be a coach because sports were such a huge part of my life. I had some coaches who I could look up to because of the way they went about things.

The influence those guys had on me made a difference. I played college football, and that paid for my school in a sense, so I felt like I owed the game to help kids.

Coaching is a huge platform to mentor kids. I love them, and coaching gives me a chance to make a difference in their lives.

We are trying to develop men who are going to be good husbands and fathers.

Q: How many hours a day do you work during the football season?

A: There is not a day off for us once the season starts. We normally get to the field house every day around 5-5:30 a.m., and we usually leave at 8 or 9 p.m. Fridays are

really late nights for us — we don’t get home after games until 2 or 3 a.m. on Saturday. We might be putting in 21 hours on a Friday. I would say we probably work an average of 14- to 15-hour days.

Q: What motivates you to put in so many hours during the fall?

A: The kids are our ultimate motivation.

They are the reason we are burning the candle on both ends — to ensure they are successful, and that they have the best chance to represent our community the very best they can.

We don’t want to let them down. They believe in us. They trust in us. And they are going to do what they are told. We want to make sure we have put them in a situation to be successful. That’s why we put in a lot of work planning practices for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

We want to find the best ways to build their confidence and get them ready for Friday success. It takes a lot of tedious detail.

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Q: How hard does your current staff work?

It seems like they don’t take many days off.

A: (Laughing) We just got back from our coaches’ retreat, and one of the comments I made to one of our coaches was, “We have a

real good staff.” Not only are they real good people and want our kids to do well, they are also really good football coaches. They know their stuff. Kerrville Tivy is blessed to have them. They love kids, the game, what the game teaches and they are quality x’s and o’s guys. They are a lot better than their head coach.

DAVID JONES

Q: You have a lot of years of experience coaching at schools in Oklahoma, Louisiana and Texas. How have those experiences helped you as the head coach at Tivy?

A: I think you draw on any experience that you have. You never have every experience covered. You never have anything exactly as it was before, but I have been pretty fortunate to be at successful programs. I have had successful coaching staffs. We have played in state championships; we were even fortunate enough to win it once. Yeah, I draw on those experiences every year.

Q: You had to make two new hires this year. When hiring a new coach, do you try to determine how well they are going to fit in with your current staff?

A: I think it’s vital — I want them to be here. I want them to be part of our program. Fortunately for us, we have won at a high enough level that when Tivy has a job posted, or if people hear Tivy has an opening, we get applications. We get to choose from some really good people.

Athletic director and head football coach

JASON CRAWFORD

Wide receivers coach

Q: How important is it for coaches to spend time with their players in a non-football setting?

A: It’s important that they see you in a different light other than just a coach.

Coach Arnold and myself — if we win on Friday night — the following Thursday morning we cook breakfast for the boys.

We will scramble a bunch of eggs, cook a bunch of bacon, warm up tortillas and make some pancakes. The boys will come over in the morning before they go to school. It is important to get away from football sometimes.

Q: You mention cooking breakfast, how much do you think offering players little rewards like that can help push them through the grind of a football season?

A: You would be amazed what kids would do for a sticker on their helmet or for a free breakfast. Even the younger kids on freshman and JV say, “Hey, when I am on

the varsity, if we win, the coach is going to feed us!”

Coach Brackeen for years has gone to the store on Saturday morning to buy a bunch of ice cream if we win on Friday. They look forward to an ice cream sandwich on Saturday morning after they get through a workout and have given us everything they have. It’s important to do that. Every coach does something a little different — you just have to find something that your players will respond to.

Q: Most teams have a motto for a season —Tivy’s motto last year was “Rise as one,” How do you go about selecting mottos that can help motivate players?

A: It’s a pretty unique process. We really don’t know what the slogan is until we have our first team meeting with the kids. The kids have to be involved in it, and they take ownership in it. Having the kids involved and coming up with the slogan is important.

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Q: I also heard different coaches deliver the speech in the locker room before games.

How long does it take for you to prepare when it’s your turn?

A: Usually, Coach Jones will tell us Monday which coach is speaking on Friday.

But every time it’s been my turn, he kind of tells me on Thursday. I don’t have a whole

lot of time to prepare because we have a JV game on Thursday.

I usually have a message in my head that I want to tell the team. It takes me a couple of hours of thought and effort. I go through it in my head, and then when it’s time, I say what’s on my heart.

Q: One critical component in being a good defensive lineman is strong technique, how do you find drills that will best polish this technique?

A: You build your drills from things you see in games and really from two areas: alignment and assignment. First of all, you have to see your drills show up on film, meaning, if the skill that you are learning through a drill isn’t showing up on Friday night, then you don’t need to do that drill. As coaches, sometimes we will say, “Hey, they are really struggling with this concept. Let’s drill that.”

TY TAYLOR

Q: Your players keep notebooks that they update throughout the season. What do they write in them, and how does it help?

A: When we watch film on Saturday, our players will write down things they saw on film. Then, when they are done, they will write down three things that they need to work on, and then I have them write down three things they did well.

I don’t look at the notebooks much — I kind of want it to be theirs. It’s just about reflection, and some players take notes during the week on the upcoming opponent.

Defensive line coach

ADAM BRACKEEN

Offensive line coach

Q: How did you become an offensive line coach?

A: The first job that I took was an offensive line coach. I played offensive line and linebacker in high school and played a little bit of linebacker in college before I moved to center.

I guess it’s the big guy coaching the big guys (laughing). I coached offensive and defensive line throughout the years. But offensive line has been the main thing.

them better people and help them get through trials and tribulations in high school.

Sometimes, they have parents who do a great job, and those kids don’t really need much counseling. Then, there are kids who don’t have a dad, or there is some other situation going on, and we have to fill the role of being a father figure. That’s a huge responsibility for any coach, and you can not take that lightly at all.

Q: I know in the past you have helped your players go through difficult times in their lives. How much of a responsibility is it for coaches to help players going through struggles?

A: Outside of coaching, that’s all we do with them. Not every kid is receptive to it as much as others because it’s up to each individual situation. But, that’s what we are here for — to counsel these kids and make

Q: What’s the key to being a great offensive lineman?

A: The size doesn’t matter. The key is being tenacious. We have had big offensive linemen who were not very good, and then we have had little offensive lineman who were studs. It doesn’t matter the size. It’s the willingness to do your job and be a little bulldog in there and be tenacious with other people. It’s all about how hard you are going to fight.

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Q: What is it like being a coach at your alma mater?

A: I love it. Everybody talks about Tivy Fight Never Dies, and that’s been a huge part of my life. I truly believe in it, and to be able to pass it on to the younger kids growing up has been special. I love it and wouldn’t have

it any other way.

Q: Last year, the defense led the district in sacks, even though most of the linemen are considered relatively small. As coaches, how do you develop defensive linemen to out maneuver bigger offensive linemen?

A: I think part of it is the kids we have here at Tivy. They work extremely hard and take in coaching. They may not have the biggest size compared to other teams, but technically, they are very sound. And we work a lot of technique in drills.

They have also been really good at doing things on their own. Even this group coming in, we are sort of an unknown, but we have a bunch of guys who work on technique, and I think we will be OK because of that. Technique can overcome a lot of deficiencies.

CHRIS RUSS

Q: Baseball is obviously your No. 1 sport, considering you played at A&M and are now the head baseball coach at Tivy, but did you play football in high school?

A: I played here at Tivy. I started at corner my sophomore year. Junior year, I got a little bit bigger and played safety. Senior year, I was playing running back and linebacker.

So, every year, as I put on a little weight, I moved to positions that fit that size a little more. I wasn’t big by any means — I was 165 pounds my senior year.

Defensive line coach

CHARLES FELLER

Offensive line coach

Q: This is your first year as a Tivy coach.

What made you want to coach here?

A: It was a multitude of things. An opportunity to work for a program that consistently wins would be the first. The quality of people that were already on the staff and the great community of Kerrville were also reasons. Those are three things that really separated Tivy from all the other coaching offers.

Q: Tivy has experienced a good deal of success these last few years. How much of that is attributed to the coaching staff all being on the same page?

A: There are a lot of things that gets you success. Is one of them a coaching staff that works well together? Absolutely. But it’s not a total package. It’s the leadership of a head coach, the grind that the assistant coaches put it, their attention to detail and their willingness to work in the offseason.

And it’s the kids’ attention to detail in the

offseason, where they get bigger, faster and stronger. They are the ones executing the philosophies of the coaching staff as the season goes on. There’s a lot that goes into a winning football program.

Q: The kids at Tivy have a reputation for working hard. As a coach, is there anything you do to help your players stay motivated throughout the year?

A: You set expectations. You communicate your vision clearly to the players. But you can’t hold a person’s hand. You know as well as I do if you force someone to do something, they are not going to have much passion or love. If you give them expectations and let them go flourish, that’s when they take ownership of things. That’s why our kids probably work so hard.

We have given them ownership of the offseason and the team, and then they work so hard because they love and care so much about each other.

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Q: How was your first season at Tivy?

A: It was awesome. I mean, we made it three rounds deep in the playoffs. A great group of kids came in over the summer, and I was able to go to 7-on-7 with them.

Last year, I came during Antler Week (in April) and got to watch that. It was just

amazing how those kids accepted me into the program. You get to know the kids a little bit, and you know that this place is serious.

It’s an unbelievable place to be.

KAMERON ARNOLD

Q: You came to Tivy last season. What were you doing before coming to Kerrville, and how did you become a coach at Tivy?

A: I coached in Uvalde as a position coach for seven years, and then as an offensive coordinator for five years. We played Tivy, so I knew about Tivy.

Last year, I saw an opening on the coach’s website for a spot at Tivy coaching inside receivers. I thought that was too good of an opportunity to pass up, so I applied for it, and now, here I am.

Q: How long did it take you to understand the importance of Tivy’s motto “Tivy fight never dies?”

A: The very first varsity game against Stevens last year. On Friday night, the very first game of the season, we play here at home.

In Uvalde, it’s a small one high school town, so coming over here, I was kind of expecting the same, but it was 100 times more packed. It was just a crazy atmosphere.

Everyone was going nuts that game. We ended up holding on to win because our kids fought like dogs for four quarters. It was just awesome to see.

Inside receiver coach

JEFF KUBACAK

Offensive coordinator

Q: What led you to go into coaching?

A: I have an accounting degree and a business background. I looked for a job for a little while, but nothing really panned out, so when I had an opportunity to go into teaching, I kind of jumped into it. I started out at the junior high level and really enjoyed it. I played sports throughout high school. I loved competing, and then when I had the opportunity to coach, I really took advantage of it.

Q: You have two quarterbacks (Karson Valverde and Trapper Pannell) coming back who have multiple years in the offense. As the play caller, how beneficial is it to have two experienced quarterbacks?

A: I think it’s a great advantage for us from the standpoint of the quarterback position.

Quarterback is the hardest position on the field, I am not going to lie to you. They have to make sure everyone is lined up and know what they are doing, and then they have

to know what everyone else is doing. It’s not tough for them anymore when it comes to knowing what’s going on, it’s a great advantage for us.

Q: There must be a lot going through your mind on game day. What are those emotions?

A: It’s nerve-wracking. We will look at film from the JV and freshman games, and try to see what they have done in those games.

They don’t necessarily show anything different, but you might find something that would get you thinking a little bit. Then, you have to think, “OK, well how are we going to adjust to it?”

The closer it gets to game time, the more nervous I get, for sure. But, if I weren’t nervous, it wouldn’t be any fun. I enjoy it, but heck yeah, I am nervous on game day, because it’s a lot of responsibility to our kids, coaches and community. I don’t take that lightly.

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Q: Since not all players are receptive to the same type of coaching, how do you go about finding the best way to communicate with every player?

A: You have to build relationships with kids. Yes, some kids are different. But for the most part, if you get to know them, they will usually be pretty receptive to your coaching,

as long as you can show up the next day and let whatever problems you had with them the day before go and start fresh every day with coaches.

AUSTIN GALIFARO

Q: What is the key to being a good defensive backs coach?

A: I used a lot of my offensive experience back in the day just to understand what teams are trying to do to us, or how they are trying to attack us.

It’s about getting your kids to know what they are going to see, so they can play fast. The more they know about opposing offensives, the faster they can play.

Q: So then is the biggest key to coaching building those strong relationships?

A: Yeah, and it’s just knowing that a lot of high school kids have different home lives, and every day is going to be different with them.

They all have different personal lives. One day, their girlfriend breaks up with them, so they are moody. The next day, they are all smiles.

But I don’t try to get too involved with their personal lives. I only help if they ask. You don’t want to dig too much into it. I try to stay out of out it unless they want my help.

Safeties coach

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JUSTIN MENDOZA

Cornerbacks coach

Q: This is your first year at Tivy. What has been your favorite part so far?

A: I really enjoy working with the coaches.

It’s a great staff from top to bottom. I really enjoy working with the guys at the defensive staff. I enjoy the middle school coaches, there is a lot to learn as well.

I have got some great resources, and one thing I am going to try to bring is energy. I am going to try to build their confidence and teach them to have that edge to make every play that comes your way. I don’t have the lengthy resume in my fifth year of coaching, but I am willing to learn from these guys and try to become a better coach.

Q: I know you also teach algebra at Tivy.

As a coach, what is it like to balance your coaching and teaching responsibilities?

A: Teaching is a large part of what we do.

It presents its own set of challenges, and

it’s different than what we do in athletics.

It’s really rewarding, and you are putting more time and effort in the classroom after practices. It takes up more of your day and more of your evening, also. But it’s all worth it in the long run.

Q: After covering these coaches for a year, I have noticed that there are some comedians on the defensive staff. How often do you guys joke around while you are on the job?

A: I think (the jokes) are definitely there in the coaches office. We get there early as a staff and get a workout in before practice.

I am looking forward to seeing how we are going to (joke around) throughout the season and throughout the offseason as well.

Like I said, it’s a real solid group of guys. I am looking forward to experiencing this year with them.

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indy Bennett never planned on becoming a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader. Sure, she always enjoyed watching America’s teams.

But, what kid who grew up near Dallas didn’t?

She never intended to don the fringe vest and short shorts sharing the field with Roger Staubach, Randy White and Ed “Too Tall” Jones. But, in 1976, that is exactly where she found herself.

At the age of 22, Cindy was working at NCR Corporation when her boss told her the Cowboy cheerleaders were holding open tryouts — the first time they had publicly advertised.

That suggestion planted the seed, but it needed some watering.

“My sister-in-law at the time wanted to try out. My then husband was a Cowboys fan, so he encouraged the idea,” Cindy said. “I had always been a huge Cowboys fan, too.”

So, Cindy and her sister-in-law tried out for the team. And to Cindy’s surprise, she made it to the semi-finals, the finals and after a month, she was one of 32 girls selected for the 1976 squad. Her sister-in-law didn’t make it.

“I felt so bad for her, but she was great about it,” she said. “My husband’s entire family was very supportive. My family didn’t want to talk about it ever.

My mother said, ‘I just can’t believe you’re out in front of God and everybody with your naval showing.’ She was not thrilled.”

A few years after Cindy’s time as a cheerleader, the team started garnering more notoriety, and her family warmed up to the idea of what their daughter was a part of.

America’s team, my team Although Cindy never got to attend any Cowboys games until the ’70s, she always bled silver and blue.

“I was always a fan. I just thought my first game was the most exciting thing in the whole world,” she said.

That excitement never left Cindy, no matter how many games she attended or if she was on the sidelines in her uniform or in the stands with her daughter or granddaughters.

“I didn’t get many tickets to games, so whenever I did, I was going to be there,” she said. “One time, I had tickets to a game and it was snowing and iced over. I said, ‘If anybody can get to the game today, we can get there.’

“That was really my attitude always growing up (with football): If anybody can get there, I can get there,” she said.

A growing tradition And as any true football fan does, as her family started to expand, she tried to instill in her daughter the love of the game. But, that was easier said than done. After all, not everyone can be a diehard fan, braving freezing temperatures for a game.

“I raised her since she was 5 and took her to football games anytime I got the chance,” Cindy said. “She went through this phase of not wanting anything to do with her mom - Cindy Bennett and football, but by the time she got older, she liked it.”

Now, her daughter has three children all decked out in Cowboys attire — the majority from Cindy.

“I’ve been giving them cheerleader and player jerseys since the day they were born,” she said laughing.

When everyone meets at the Bennett household for Thanksgiving, one thing determines how the day will go.

“We plan around the game. If it’s a 3:30 p.m. kick off, we will eat before or after,” she said. “We all wear our jerseys and watch the game together.”

“My roots are deep-seated in Dallas. There is no other team.”

The making of a cheerleader The now Hill Country resident, grew up in Rockwall, 30 miles southeast of Dallas. The first football game she attended was to watch her brother play in junior high.

“I was 5, and I stood right in front of the cheerleaders and tried to do everything they did,” she said. “I went to every game after and always had to sit right in front of them. I wanted to be a cheerleader from the get-go.”

Cindy decided to try out for cheerleader her seventh grade year, but she didn’t make the cut. She stayed included by being the pep squad captain, but that didn’t let her go to away games.

“I decided to do band, because I wanted to go, and that’s the only way I could go. I have always loved football,” she said.

She didn’t get the nerve up to try out again for the cheer squad until her junior year of high school. She made it her final two years in school.

Once a cheerleader, always a cheerleader Cindy is still a huge Cowboys fan, and being a part of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader’s alumni association is a large part of it with events year-round.

“You can be a cheerleader with the organization forever,” she said. “I see some cheerleaders that switch teams, and I’ve always found that interesting. My roots are deep-seated in Dallas.

There is no other team.”

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Kustomize your ride

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Photo by Louis Beaumier III

Auto aficionados bring custom work to the Hill Country at Boerne Stage Kustoms

all is coming, and many people will be turning on the TV to watch football.

However, the minority group known as gearheads will continue to be intrigued with cars, no matter the season.

Chris Shuler is a guy who has spent his whole life intrigued with cars, and he has built a fantastic business around his passion.

Four other guys work with him at Boerne Stage Kustoms who are equally passionate about their work: Trent Hensley, Cody Blake, Ronnie Gates and Randy Rankin. His shop specializes in custom body and paint work and the total restoration of all kinds of vehicles.

He’ll even make some changes or additions to your existing ride.

If you stop by his shop, 545 San Antonio St. in Center Point, where they’ve been since 2008,

Area car events LUCKENROD CLASSIC CAR & ROD SHOW September 8 This event offers attendees an afternoon filled with live music and classic cars. This is the second year for the event. Admission is $15 per person and kids age 12 and younger are free.

Noon-5 p.m. Saturday; Luckenbach, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop; 830-997-3224, luckenbachtexas.com

HOT ROD NIGHT September 8, 22 Hot Rod Saturday Nights are reminiscent of oldfashioned Americana street parties, a gathering place for old and new friends — “Bring a chair and git over here!” Live classic rock and country music will be provided by Ricky Adams Band on Sept. 8, and live classic rock and oldies will be provided by Loyd Bonham Band on Sept. 22.

6:30 p.m. Saturday; Soda Pops, 130 North Main St., Boerne; 830-331-8799, sodapopsboerne.com

HOT ROD NIGHT September 15 Old or new hot rods are invited to come out to the park to enjoy an evening of car fun with friends.

You don’t need a hot rod or classic to enjoy the fun. Food will be available for purchase.

6 p.m. Saturday; Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive, Kerrville; 830-257-7300, kerrvilletx.gov

1931 Ford Truck

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WHEELS prepare to stay awhile.

Chris is so interesting, as is his father, Jim. They’ll show you around the really neat rods they’re working on and maybe they’ll even show you their own fabulous personal rides.

In one garage there’s a bone stock ’57 Chevy, and then there’s another Chevy that is anything but stock — a gorgeous 1950 five-window pickup with flames. In yet another garage, there’s a beautiful ’32 Ford coupe and a slammed ’61 Falcon Wagon with incredibly detailed paint work and upholstery.

The shop has become internationally famous in the production of very unusual cars and has been published in magazines such as Rod & Custom, Canadian Hot Rods, Muscle Car Power, World of Rods, Street Machine, Car Kulture Deluxe and Traditional Rod & Kulture Illustrated to name a few.

Along with the many wheels to look at, there’s the two beautiful homes Chris and his father have right along side of the shop. One home also needed restoration since it was built in 1912. Be sure to drop by and tell them we sent you.

1932 Ford coupe

1964 Buick Riviera

1950 Chevy Truck

John and Polly Holmes John and Polly Holmes are longtime gearheads. They have written for automotive publications for more than 40 years. Now, they’re bringing our readers some interesting stories about things with wheels in the Hill Country. Their perspective comes from years of racing, restoring classics and participating in car club activities.

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The beginning of the trail Story and photos by John and Carol Aceti

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he unique features of Texas Hills Vineyard start outside. Just outside of Johnson City at 878 Ranch Road 2766, a house-size, cyclical metal sculpture

by Johann Eyfells, an internationally-known sculptor of Fredericksburg, gives folks a clue that they are in for something new.

A fountain with cherubs in front fits well with architecture of an Italian Villa and welcomes tasters into a large covered sitting area.

Going inside, oenophiles can taste Kick Butt Cab Estate, a 100 percent cabernet sauvignon with flavors of blackberry with a spicy oak finish. At the same time, they will enjoy pleasant temperatures in the Texas summer thanks to the 24-inch thick rammed earth wall construction. “We only need to melt an ice cube in the summer and light a match in the winter,� said owner Gary Gilstrap.

The route taken by Gary and his wife, Kathy, to Texas Hills Vineyard began in the Ozarks. They moved to Kansas, where they owned a pharmacy. In 1973, Gary developed a computer program to cover all aspects of the pharmacy business, which was later sold to IBM. He started other software companies and traveled extensively, teaching, among other things, a new protocol for an insulin pump for diabetics.

It was on a business trip to France that Gary met several world-class winemakers whose friendships he maintains to this day.

After selling the software company, Gary and Kathy settled on 160 acres near Johnson City in 1995, and they planted 25 acres of vines. Their first vintage was sold in 1997.

In 1998, they founded the Texas Wine Trail, which included 16 local wineries at the time, and managed it for eight years.

They now have 30 acres under cultivation and a huge wine making facility. All the wines are from Texas-grown grapes. Some

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The winery behind ever-growing, famous Texas Wine Trail

grapes come from Newsom Vineyards, which is the oldest commercial vineyard in Texas.

Their son, Dale, is in charge of the vineyard and their mobile wine bottling equipment, which is contracted with other wineries for use. Gary is the winemaker, and Kathy manages the tasting room and does the bookkeeping.

Their most popular wines include the Sangiovese 13 Estate, a silver medal winner, which is rich in flavor with lots of raspberry and cherry tones and smooth tannins, and the 2012 Volare Estate, which has berry flavors and a rich sweetness that is not “syrupy.”

A Kick Butt Cab (Newson Vineyards) is 100 percent cabernet sauvignon, and has received the GrapeFest’s People’s Choice Award and was rated “Best of Texas” for eight of the last nine years.

Toro de Tejas (Reddy Vineyards), known as the “Bull of Texas,” is 100 percent tempranillo and is the most popular wine.

It is rich and full bodied with staying power and soft tannins. Just this year, it has garnered four golds medals.

Nineteen other wines complete the offerings, including dry whites and reds, sweet and port wines. Aged in oak, Gary does not want to over do oak in the wines, so the fruit can be tasted. Wines are priced reasonably so as to be a good value for all.

Their business has grown with the tourist industry in the Hill Country, with many customers coming from Houston.

Remembering back to 1995, when they sold their software company, the question they asked each other was: “What can we do with this money to keep these five kids from inheriting it?”

They decided to apply his chemistry and her biochemistry backgrounds to the launching of a vineyard. And the Hill Country has greatly benefited from their decision.

John and Carol Aceti After encouragement from Dick Holmberg, owner of Singing Water Vineyards, John wrote “Wineries of the Texas Hill Country Plus One Fine Brewery” in December 2016.

After visiting 30 wineries in the Hill Country, he is convinced the area has plenty to offer wine connoisseurs and casual wine enthusiasts.

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The Museum of Western Art presents...

THE PARTY 35th Annual Western Art Exhibition & Sale • Saturday, September 15, 2018

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“Little One from Chinle” by Sherry Harrington

Fabulous evening includes an elegant cocktail buffet catered by Riverhill Country Club, libations and silent auction featuring original works by sixty of today’s finest Western artists. $125 per ticket, includes one year membership to the museum.

Reserve now by calling 830.896.2553 or visit us at 1550 Bandera Hwy., Kerrville, museumofwesternart.com

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Jeff Talarico, CRPC® Financial Advisor | Certified Kingdom Advisor® 830.315.6525 Talarico and Associates A financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 741 Water St, Ste 102, Kerrville, TX 78028 jeff.talarico@ampf.com ameripriseadvisors.com/jeff.talarico

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HOME SHOWCASE

A quality play

Homestead residence shows off beauty, class to get the win Story by Autumn Bernhard Photos by Justin Halpin

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ather around the TV and cheer on your favorite team in this home in the Homestead at Turtle Creek subdivision.

The home, 673 E. Saddle Club Drive, is a perfect venue to invite your friends to on game day for a watch party.

With the open floor plan, keeping an eye on the TV is easy while grabbing a refreshment from the kitchen.

In the spacious kitchen, your guests can easily find your ready-made snacks on the beautiful granite counter tops or breakfast bar.

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The cabana in the backyard provides the perfect place to fire up the barbecue pit to prepare lunch or dinner.

Once the final whistle blows, take the party outside and jump in the pool to celebrate your team’s win.

After the long day, you can retire to the master bedroom, and your guests can spend the night in any of the three other bedrooms.

With two half bathrooms, one Jack and Jill bathroom and a master bathroom, complete with a large walk-in shower and separate

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By the numbers Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 full, 2 half Garage: 2 car Acreage: 1.5 Square footage: 2,883 Living room: 17 feet by 19 feet Dining: 14 feet by 12 feet Breakfast area: 8 feet by 11 feet Kitchen: 14 feet by 14 feet Master bedroom: 16 feet by 17 feet Bedroom two: 11 feet by 15 feet Bedroom three: 13 feet by 12 feet Bedroom four: 12 feet by 13 feet Master bathroom: 12 feet by 14 feet Laundry room: 8 feet by 10 feet Price: $549,000 Address: 673 E. Saddle Club Drive, Kerrville, Texas SEPTEMBER 2018 | TEXAS

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HOME SHOWCASE garden tub, there is plenty of room for overnight guests.

Throughout the week, you will be able to enjoy the elegance of this home in every room. From the wood-burning stove fireplace in the living room to the beautiful arch ceiling foyer and columns that adorn the formal dining room. “The quality of this home speaks for itself. The home features high-end custom cabinetry and the attention to detail shows. The lighted tray ceilings in

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the master and dining area really give the home an elegant feel,� said Becky McFadden, listing agent for the property.

This house can transform from game-day ready to an exquisite spot for a dinner party with a formal dining room with a lighted tray ceiling.

This home is currently on the market for $549,000. For more information, contact Becky, RE/MAX Kerrville, at 830-739-4269 or beckym@remaxkerrville.com.

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And this year will be no different.

The two-weekend tour, Sept. 28-30 and Oct. 5-7, will showcase six homes that show off some of the Hill Country’s homebuilders best work. Models promise to feature all the extras you can imagine while reflecting the latest layout, design and decorating trends and showing a variety of architectural and design styles.

Each three-bedroom, three-bathroom home is priced between the $400,000s and the high $700,000s. These houses are not cookie-cutter units — each home has its own, unique personality.

A perk of this tour compared to others is the luxury of being able to park your car and get on the shuttle to be driven right up to each model.

Inside each house, you will find the individual builders, sales executives and Comanche Trace residents.

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1025 Pinnacle View Drive

1008 Pinnacle View Drive

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This designer three-bedroom, three-bath home overlooks the water on No. 7 of the Creeks course and features open concept living with long-range Hill Country views.

Step inside this dream home to a wood, barreled ceiling and stone arched wall. Surrounded by beautiful white oak wood floors, the rustic beams, wood accent walls and ceilings and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace combine with modern cabinetry, upscale appliances and textured granite to create a refined Hill Country style home.

A large study features a vaulted ceiling with a cedar beam accent and beautiful 12 light solid wood doors.

This large, three-bedroom, three-bath, open-floor plan Hill Country home backs up to a green space with a covered back porch — ideal for your morning cup of coffee or afternoon wine and cheese.

High ceilings expand the sense of space, while custom cabinets, granite counters, gas fireplace, wood floors, a breakfast bar and dining room provide the elegance you expect from Texcellence.

The home features a media room, breakfast nook and an outdoor kitchen. The designer hardwood and tile flooring makes this house a stand out.

This home sits in a cul-de-sac and includes a massive three-car garage.

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Under construction, this spacious and open 2,737-square-foot home has elegant Hill Country stone/ stucco exterior, beautiful landscaping and custom cypress front doors making for impressive curb appeal.

Living and dining rooms feature 14-foot-tall ceilings with cypress beams and a large gas fireplace, all of which open to state-of-the-art kitchen.

Equally impressive is the large outdoor living and dining space with kitchen/grill, fireplace and TV, all of which look out on stunning views of a flowing creek, pond and golf course. The large well-appointed master bedroom has open views and an elegant bath suite.

Enter through an enclosed courtyard into a light and airy home with ranch and golf course views. This home balances old-world elegance with modern touches, such as hardwood floors, porcelain tile and custom ceiling treatments (vaulted, barrel and cove ceiling details throughout). The kitchen has a breakfast bar, marble counters, spacious pantry and custom cabinetry.

The living room has a 60-inch limestone fireplace mantle and opens out to a stunning large, covered porch with stone outdoor fireplace and kitchen.

The split floor plan has the large master with en suite including large soaking tub, shower, dual vanities and large walk-in closet.

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4023 Comanche Trace Drive

Arthur Schmidt Construction

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Enjoy your morning coffee with a sweeping golf course view from the large back patio of this modern Tuscan, located in the Tuscan Village neighborhood of Comanche Trace.

The main home features an open floor plan with high ceilings, wood accents and a large gated courtyard. The two bedrooms and two baths include a large master with en suite and abundant closet space.

The casita includes a full bath and is perfect for guest quarters, an office, exercise space or flex room.

This house is in a maintained neighborhood, and other features include beautiful wood and tile floors, custom cabinetry and quartz/granite counters.

This German Hill Country home displays beautiful 12-inch-thick stone and wood beams that welcome you to the front porch. Huge windows open up to bring the outside in. The architecture is beautiful with countless custom interior and exterior finishes.

Outdoor living at its finest — big views on the elevated big porch make for a nice evening with friends.

With three fireplaces in the home there is plenty of warmth. The best part of the home is the owner’s retreat: The master bathroom has a stone wall behind the freestanding tub and shiplap on the vanity wall up to the ceiling. There is a huge tiled walk-in shower and vast closest with many built ins.

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Why do we advertise in Texas Hill Country Culture?

Texas Hill Country Culture is seen by more of our “would be” clients.

From our humble beginnings at the tiny office in River Hills Mall in 1986, to our progression to the spacious location at Five Points, to our current state of the art facility on Hill Country Drive, Vision Source Kerrville has been blessed with continued success through the support of our community. To achieve this success, we have tried to emphasize outstanding customer service, remain current with the newest diagnostic technologies and provide the highest quality eyeglasses and contact lenses at competitive costs.

Fortunately our efforts have encouraged word of mouth referrals, which is our most rewarding source of growth. To further stimulate local business, but to also attract newcomers, we have utilized both print and social marketing. We have been in partnership with the Kerrville Daily Times since our inception. When we first got a glimpse of the first addition of Hill Country Culture, we were impressed. The articles were promoting the lifestyles we all enjoy by living in the Hill Country. It’s refreshing to read about the success of businesses in our area from dining, to entertainment, to activities, to art and culture and even medical advances! We knew this magazine would be a good advertising fit for Vision Source and our patient population. Vision Source is grateful for it’s business partnership with the KDT! Trinh Nguyen, O.D., Tobin Tilley, O.D., Drew Whitehead, O.D. - Vision Source

THE ARTS

Call it a comeback

HCAF revives ‘iconic institution’

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fter a five-year hiatus, a long-standing tradition that brought artists from all over the state to the Hill Country is returning. The Texas Arts & Crafts Fair will take over the Hill Country Arts Foundation grounds on Sept. 29-30.

The fair began in 1972 after the Texas Tourist Development Agency wanted to establish an arts and crafts fair in Texas. From a number of competing cities, Kerrville was selected as the host site, and the first fair was held over Memorial Day weekend in 1972, designated as the official State Arts and Crafts Fair by the Texas Legislature.

The kick-off concert is a way to pay homage to the beginnings of the fair when the Kerrville Folk Festival was held the same weekend.

“People would go to the fair during the day and then out to the festival at night. The concert is a reunion of the two,” Wanda said.

One new exhibit to the fair is Heritgae Artists who have a historical connection to the arts and crafts fair and to the Hill Country Arts Foundation. Headliners include watercolorist Edith Maskey of Comfort and goldsmith Fred Stockbauer of Wimberley, both of whom exhibited at the first fair, held in 1972 on the Schreiner University campus in Kerrville.

“It was an iconic institution and beloved event for 41 years. ... And now, we are ready to relaunch it.”

- Wanda Cash, event director

The last fair was in 2013 before the nonprofit foundation was forced to declare bankruptcy.

Then, the HCAF acquired rights to the name and began plans to relocate the fair to Ingram.

“It was an iconic institution and beloved event for 41 years. It was a unique part of Texas history,” Wanda Cash, event director, said. “And now, we are ready to relaunch it.”

So, what can one expect when they attend this revival? More than 100 Texan artists, exhibitors, performers and demonstrators set up around the HCAF grounds showing artwork ranging from ceramics, photography, woodworking and painting of all types will share the tents with jewelry makers, basket makers, metal workers, weavers and fiber artists.

The fair kicks off with a concert Friday night, Sept. 28, featuring Matt Nokoa, a 2014 Grassy Hill Kerrville New Folk winner from New York, and Harpeth Rising, a trio of classically trained musicians. These performers will be accompanied by a 25-piece chamber ensemble from Kerrville’s Symphony of the Hills.

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An interactive demonstration station, “Art Exploration Zone,” offers fairgoers the chance to watch artists and craftspeople work, featuring an educational, interactive area for children to make their own art. The youngest attendees will enjoy honing their own artistic skills and come away with a physical souvenir they’ve crafted themselves.

Doug Baum and the Texas Camel Corps will provide historical fun, while the Happy Tails Petting Zoo will offer unlimited cuteness.

Music also will be a big part of the fair, with local and regional performers entertaining fairgoers on the Stonehenge Stage.

Another aspect that makes this year’s fair special is its dedication to James Avery, who was a board member and supporter of both the arts and crafts fair and the Hill Country Arts Foundation. Avery passed away earlier this year.

The company he founded, James Avery Artisan Jewelry, is the “Legacy Sponsor” of the fair.

For more information on the fair, visit txartsandcraftsfair.com.

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EVENTS

September Calendar This month offers festivals, art shows, fundrasiers, running events, more

35TH ANNUAL DOSS VFD BENEFIT FISH FRY & PRIZE GIVEAWAY September 1 Come out and enjoy delicious golden fried catfish and all the trimmings. The price of the meal is by donation and includes American-raised fried catfish, potato salad, beans, cole slaw, fresh veggies, drinks and homemade desserts. Raffle tickets are sold at the event and prizes given away during the event. Live music will be by Dutch Treat.

Serving starts at 4:30 p.m. Saturday; Doss Fire Station, 14500 North Ranch Road 783, Doss; 325-347-5428, dossvfd.org

CAMP EAGLE CLASSIC MOUNTAIN BIKE FESTIVAL September 1-3 With more than 1,200 people in attendance, this is the largest mountain bike festival in Texas. This event brings a full weekend of racing and activities. The race appeals to families as well as a wide variety of outdoor adventure participants. Activities include a zip line, river fun, hiking, rock climbing and more.

Times vary; Camp Eagle, 6424 Hackberry Road, Rocksprings; 830-896-6864, tmbra.org

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USO-STYLE LABOR DAY HANGAR DANCE September 1 Enjoy big band music by Bill Smallwood and The Lone Star Swing Orchestra, concessions from the Airport Diner, refreshments at the Pacific Showroom’s Tiki Bar, swing dance lessons and a photobooth. There will be prizes available for the 1940’s costume contest. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to USO Fort Hood.

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AMERICAN WATERCOLOR SOCIETY TRAVELING SHOW September 7-26 See the American Watercolor Society’s juried exhibition of watercolors from artists throughout the world.

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10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. Sundays; Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St., Kerrville; 830-895-2911, kacckerrville.com

RUN FOR RIVERSIDE 5K September 8 Lace up your tennis shoes for this 5K run and walk that goes along the Kerrville River Trail, featuring the Guadalupe River. There will be live music, door prizes and refreshments. The event is open to all ages and strollers and leashed pets are welcome. The route begins at the Riverside Nature Center.

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8-10 a.m. Saturday; Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St.; 830-257-4837, riversidenaturecenter.org

9TH ANNUAL FREDERICKSBURG PBR September 8 Watch the best professional bull riders go up against 40 tons of the meanest, highest kicking bulls in the business. This annual event is your only chance to see the best riders and bulls in the country compete for prizes and prestige in the Texas Hill Country. Drink and food concessions are sold on the grounds, and there is plenty of free parking. Youngsters are invited to take part in the mutton busting contest. Gates open at 5:30 p.m..

7:30 p.m. Saturday; Gillespie County Fairgrounds, 350 Fair Drive; 830-997-2359, gillespiefair.net

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MI CULTURA Y TRADICIONES September 15 The Kendall County Historical Commission is kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with a community celebration of Hispanic culture. There will be vendors, displays, Frida Kahlo Artists Group, EXPO Mex Fest artists group, Peruvian artists, exhibits, kids activities, mariachis, dancers, food, drinks, Las Mona’s performance group and much more.

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ANNUAL SEED STOMP AT LBJ STATE PARK September 22 Join the staff of Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site scatter native wildflower seeds on the park grounds.

Learn about proper methods and techniques for wildflower seeding, the importance of “keeping it native” and Mrs. Johnson’s legacy of beautifying America. Native seed mix will be provided.

10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday; Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park, 199 Park Road 52, Stonewall; 830-644-2252, tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lyndon-b-johnson

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35TH ANNUAL HILL COUNTRY DISTRICT JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW FUNDRAISER September 22 Dust off your boots, wear your best denim and polish your bling for this Denim & Diamonds fundraiser. This adult-only evening promises to bring you entertainment, drinks, food, a silent auction and lots of surprises. Help celebrate 35 years of providing scholarships, capital improvements and auction sales to the community, youth and the association.

5-11 p.m. Saturday; Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas 27, Kerrville; hcdjls.org

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS HOME RUN DERBY September 22 This fun, family-friendly fundraiser allows teams of three to compete against one another for the most points. Points are earned based on how far each team member hits the ball. Teams with BBBS Littles on them will earn extra points on the Little’s hit. Individuals can compete for $25.

5-8 p.m. Saturday; D-BAT Kerrville Sports Complex, 111 Home Run Drive, Kerrville; 830-257-2447, bigmentor.org

GUADALUPE WATERCOLOR GROUP SHOW September 28 This annual exhibit, which is juried by an artist who excels in the world of watermedia, allows the group’s members to exhibit their works done in any soluble medium.

10 a.m .-4 p.m. Friday; Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St., Kerrville; 830-895-2911, kacckerrville.com

KERRVILLE TRIATHLON FESTIVAL September 29-30 With eight different distance events, including a free kids run, the Kerrville Triathlon has something for every type of athlete. Athletes will swim in the tranquil Guadalupe River, bike the rolling hills of Kerrville and run on one of Kerrville’s best outdoor amenities, the Kerrville River Trail.

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More than 100 Kerrville-area businesses took part in this year’s Business Expo, presented by the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce.

This event gave local shops, nonprofit organizations, companies and more a chance to showcase their products and services to the public.

1. Valerie Tarkenton and MG Koenig. 2. Misty Blevins, Hari Galindo and Haley Garza. 3. Brad Roberson and James Wilson. 4. Amy Hamilton and Kari Sardo. 5. Mike and Karen Burkett. 6. Kathryn McHone, Diann Black, Luis Sanchez and Amy Ely. 7. Andrea Tinney and Jason Roberts.

8. April Thibodeaux, Mona LeBleu and Shelby Peschel. 9. Magda Riveros, Toby Appleton and Callie Gargano. 10. Andrew and Kelly Zinsmeister.

11. Mary Krebs, Janice Andersen and Lari Blevins. 12. Matthew, Chad and Brighton Ketcher. 13. Teresa Salmon and Teresa White. 14. Karen Martin and Cori Reid. 15. Samantha Robinett,Tabor McMillan and Margaret Jobes.

16. Lauryn Bagwell and Breanna Larsen.

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Tour Schedule Friday, September 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pm - 6 pm Saturday, September 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 am - 5 pm Sunday, September 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 pm - 5 pm Friday, October 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pm - 6 pm Saturday, October 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 am - 5 pm Sunday, October 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 pm - 5 pm

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