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State Forestry implements statewide �ire ban BY TARA ALATORRE Foothills Focus Contributing Writer

he recent fire activity and dry conditions across the state have prompted fire officials to implement Stage I Fire Restrictions across most of central and western Arizona. Some jurisdictions have also implemented firearm restrictions as well. According to Tonto National Forest Fire Management Officer, Taiga Rohrer, the Maverick Fire that started May 8 in the Mesa Ranger District was one of six human-caused wildfire starts in the forest this month.

“With extreme drought, ‘very high’ to ‘extreme fire danger,’ no rain forecasted in the near future and rising temperatures, we’re anticipating an active wildfire season,” Rohrer said. “These fire restrictions will protect human life, property and our natural resources.” On May 14, the Bureau of Land Management, Phoenix and Colorado River districts, Prescott National Forest, Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, Tonto National Forest and Tonto National Monument implemented fire restrictions that prohibit campfires and smoking. The restrictions specifically forbid “building, maintaining, attending or using a

fire, campfire, charcoal, coal or wood stove fire, except within a developed recreation site, or improved site.” It also bans smoking except within an enclosed vehicle or building. Developed recreation sites are defined by the Tonto National Forest as campgrounds and picnic areas that are maintained and administered by the Forest Service shown on current visitor maps and are equipped with permanent fire structures such as metal or concrete. The BLM Fire District, BLM Colorado River District, Prescott National Forest and

ment partnered with the ASU School of Community Resources and Development Watts College of Public Service and Community on an economic impact study. “The county conducts visitor surveys to better understand how we are performing, and what our visitors do with their time and money in our community,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman Jack Sellers, District 1. “This partnership with ASU enabled us to take a deeper look inside the data and quantify the value of this precious asset.” The team from ASU analyzed data from the 2018-2019 Maricopa County Park Vis-

itor Survey. They calculated the overall economic impact of the parks, facilities and services. “I was excited to learn how much benefit nearby cities and towns receive from the presence of our large county parks. We are talking about millions of dollars in economic impact,” said Supervisor Clint Hickman, District 4. “And not surprisingly, that impact didn’t stop at the county line. Yavapai and Pinal counties benefit as well.” The following parks were included

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hanks to the pandemic, communities are relying on their local parks and recreation departments for outdoor recreation, health and wellness, and safe open spaces. Well-run parks systems support the local economy. Maricopa County oversees more than 120,000 acres of open spaces and 11 regional parks that see visitors from around the world seeking outdoor opportunities. To gain a better understanding of the economic impact of our parks, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Depart-

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Top industries that benefited the most from visitor spending, in terms of value-added impact, were museums, historical sites, zoos and parks, lodging, and food and beverage retail stores.

Impact of park concessionaires Maricopa County Parks is home to numerous small and medium-sized businesses or concessionaires. These concessionaires provide additional recreation opportunities and visitor services within the parks that enhance the visitor experience. In return, the concessionaires contribute to central Arizona’s economy. A total of 557 full- or part-time jobs were generated in the region by concessionaires operating in the county parks. This resulted in: • $25.11 million in direct revenue earned • $51.57 million revenue output generated • $30.41 million in gross regional product • $21.38 million total labor income

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“Fireworks and exploding targets are never allowed on federal and state lands. Target shooting is prohibited year-round on state lands,” stated a press release from DFFM. “Violation of restrictions is punishable by fine, imprisonment or both. Violators may also be held personally responsible for reimbursement of fire suppression costs.” The restrictions will be in effect until rescinded. Although fires are banned, pressurized liquid or gas stoves, lanterns and heaters that have shut-off devices are allowed. However, recreationists should make sure the stove is stable and the area is clear of dried vegetation and other fine fuels to avoid starting a fire. As people prepare for summer travels and camping, fire officials remind them to practice Leave No Trace Principles and to be vigilant in practicing fire safety. “Cigarettes should never be thrown out the window of a vehicle,” DFFM said. “Never park a vehicle over dead

The map shows the areas under Stage I Fire Restrictions in Arizona as of the morning of May 14. It bans fires, smoking and discharging a firearm in some jurisdictions. (Map courtesy of DFFM)

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Facilities master plan enters next phase The Anthem Community Council is recruiting high school and community volunteers for the facilities master plan subcommittee. The ACC board established a subcommittee to open the next phase of the facilities master plan. Those serving chairman Doug Sutherland, along with Chilesa Ready and Barb Patterson. Up to two high school students and six adult residents will be invited to serve. They will not be allowed to propose projects. Therefore, residents who have project proposals planned should not apply, as it’s a conflict of interest. Residents interested in joining the committee should submit a volunteer

interest form at https://bit.ly/3fAn4Ca by Monday, May 31. The board will review applications in June. Each ACC board committee has a staff liaison. Kristi Northcutt, senior director of community relations, will serve in this role. The facilities master plan helps identify and prioritize quality of life projects in Anthem. These projects are funded by the enhancement fund, which was established through the governing documents, and is based on 1/4 of 1% of the sale price of each resold property. The last phase of the master plan began in 2016 with four projects that the board approved. They are set to be completed by 2021. The projects were: • Community Center remodel/expansion: completed in May 2018. • Pickleball court complex: completed in January 2019.

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‘A Day of Remembrance’ program scheduled The Daisy Mountain Veterans, VFW Post 12031 and American Legion Post 128 will present “A Day of Remembrance” at 9 a.m. Monday, May 31, at the Anthem Veterans Memorial. The Anthem Community Council supports this annual event.

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Veterans Memorial. Music will be provided by the Musical Theatre of Anthem, and the program will end with a moment of silence and the playing of “Taps.” Due to COVID-19 protocol, seating will be limited and reserved for ceremony participants and ADA guests. Guests are encouraged to bring their own seating (chairs or blankets only; no tents will be allowed). Plan to arrive early and utilize all three community park lots. Bring bottled water to the event, which lasts about 45 minutes.

Lesko statement on house vote on Jan. 6 commission The House on May 19 voted 252-175 to approve a measure creating an independent commission to investigate the Jan. 6 Capitol attack. The measure now heads to the Senate. U.S. Rep. Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) said she voted against it. “What happened on Jan. 6 was inexcusable and I wholeheartedly con-

demn the violence that occurred that day,” she said. “After thoughtful consideration of this proposal, I decided to vote against this legislation. If I thought that this commission would be nonpolitical and truly get to the bottom of what happened that day, I would have been inclined to support this legislation. Based on history, however, I have deep concerns about the commission being used by Speaker Pelosi and House Democrats as a political tool against Republicans. “Additionally, there are already numerous Congressional and intergovernmental agencies conducting investigations into the events of that day, including two Senate committees, the architect of the capitol, the department of justice, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. I am confident these investigations will be thorough, and justice will be served. I am concerned this new commission might interfere with these ongoing investigations.” Have news to share? Email christina@timespublications.com

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ave you had trouble trying to open anything lately? Hmm, I thought so. Armed with sharp knives, scissors and other assorted pointy (and potentially lethal) objects, I am ready to rumble with any packaged item that comes my way. Yet, I usually have to ask for the assistance of my husband, Doug. From opening bottles of iced tea to a new container of yogurt, the consumer better be physically fit to get through the tight layers of plastic, cemented bottle tops,

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Human beings act on emotion, not science BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Foothills Focus Columnist

he edict from the Centers for Disease Control came down May 13, catching most of us by surprise. The new guidance: Anyone fully vaccinated against COVID-19 should feel free to do whatever they want indoors or outdoors without wearing a mask or practicing social distancing. After more than a year of face coverings, compulsive hand washing and avoiding tightly packed crowds, the CDC’s announcement felt like liberation, a giant step in the direction of normal. At least to me it did. But maybe I’m strange, because over the next few days I kept catching glimpses of people wearing masks in the oddest places. Like the woman walking her Shih Tzu up my street alone the morning after the CDC relaxed its guidelines — just her and her ragamuffin pup and no one else

around as far as the eye could see. And the guy wearing an Arizona Cardinals mask at a stoplight. In his Honda Accord. With the windows rolled up tight. And the guy on the golf course wearing a mask while playing. Alone. Perhaps those folks were unvaccinated or suffering from compromised immune systems. Or making a fashion statement. I doubt it. What’s more likely is, they’re proof of something reaffirmed by our conduct as a species throughout the pandemic. Human beings suck at science. Incidentally, I include myself in this blanket statement. An embarrassing revelation: Last February, before the pandemic struck Arizona in earnest and long before we faced a mask mandate, I went to eBay and ordered $185 in N95 respirator masks. It was a purchase driven by fear. I was afraid masks might go out of stock. Or life might turn into a reboot of the Dustin Hoffman flick “Outbreak.” The key word in the above sentence?

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‘American Idol:’ TV show or show trial? BY JD HAYWORTH Foothills Focus Columnist

ou may find the description below distasteful, disturbing and overwrought. But after reading this column, you may very well agree with the assessment. America saw its third “Kennedy assassination” earlier this month. No one died, though we may have witnessed the death of a promising career. It wasn’t political — at least not in the traditional sense, though there was an “election” involved; and the incident was featured on national television, though only on one network. On May 12, 16-year-old Caleb Kennedy, one of five finalists, left “American Idol” after a social media entry from four years ago resurfaced. Kennedy’s hometown newspaper, The Spartanburg (South Carolina) Herald-Journal, reported that a Snapchat post included a video in which Caleb was seated next to someone who appeared to be wear-

ing a Ku Klux Klan hood. Never mind the fact Caleb was all of 12 years of age at the time of the Snapchat entry; never mind the fact that the video was of three seconds’ duration; never mind the newspaper’s cautious description that the person beside Kennedy appeared to be wearing a KKK hood. No, any information that might put the accusation in context must be summarily dismissed. Welcome to the age of “woke,” a curious title for a practice that demands the reflexive response of somnambulism. It may be difficult to believe now, but the left once indicted what it now champions. Eighteen years ago, Haynes Johnson of The Washington Post penned a predictable polemic, demeaning the two terms of President Reagan with the derogatory title, Sleepwalking Through History. Whatever Reagan’s shortcomings (and assuredly they were fewer than what Haynes Johnson imagined), they certainly did not include the inclination to ignore reality, nor

the willful ignorance of historical context. Yet, today’s “Courtroom of Public Opinion” allows for no statute of limitations on imagined offenses. Neither do leftist elites or their “professional grievance mongers” recognize the constitutional sanction against ex post facto laws. (Then again, does the left ever truly recognize constitutional primacy?) Moreover, the basic notion of fairness is eliminated because there is no “presumption of innocence.” So, in today’s hothouse of Big Tech’s instantaneous and invasive social media, an accusation becomes reality. Small wonder that Caleb Kennedy and his family opted for an Instagram post instead of mounting a vigorous rhetorical defense. Perhaps with the advice of a “woke” Disney/ABC publicist, young Mr. Kennedy offered an apology that was more of an admission of guilt: “There was a video that surfaced on the internet, and it displayed actions that were not meant to be taken in that way. I was

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Ottawa gave him a passion for learning BY SCOTT ALBRIGHT Ottawa University

loyd Daniels lost his job unexpectedly in 2013, when his employer closed its Phoenix office. He was 39, had worked his way up to management level with only a high school education and was now at a crossroads. He realized that education needed to be his priority, so he decided to pursue an associate’s degree in business administration and enrolled in Everest College. Nearly two years later, with only two courses left to complete his degree, Everest filed for bankruptcy in 2015 and closed all its campuses nationwide. “Needless to say, I was devastated and discouraged – I just felt hopeless,” Daniels said “This is when I was introduced to Ottawa University’s Arizona campuses. I remember meeting with an Ottawa admissions representative, who encouraged me by saying: ‘It’s not over. Let me help you complete your degree.’ “I was defeated at the time, thinking maybe I wasn’t meant for school, so that’s exactly what I needed to hear.” Daniels took the information shared with him about Ottawa’s flexible, online adult education offerings, which included an opportunity to finish his two outstanding associate’s degree courses and a transfer opportunity to get his bachelor’s degree from Ottawa. Though he thought of taking a break, he received a call from the admissions department at Ottawa University-Arizona asking if he was ready to finish his education. “Even though I wasn’t yet convinced about my plan of action, something made me say, ‘Yes, let’s do it.’ By the summer of

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Floyd Daniels lost his job unexpectedly in 2013, when his employer closed its Phoenix office. (Photo courtesy of Ottawa University)

2015, I was enrolled and taking my first class at OUAZ’s Phoenix campus.” Now 41, Daniels was on his way to earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration. He was also working again fulltime, putting in a minimum 55 hours per week. “There were many times I wanted to quit,” Daniels said. “I figured I made good money, so why did I need to continue? I came to the realization that this was not about the money. It was something I needed to do for myself. Not having a degree and working around many that did make me feel inadequate. This frame of mind really motivated me to push forward.” In 2017, Daniels experienced what he says was “one of the proudest moments of my life:” He walked the commencement stage after completing his bachelor’s degree. “I can remember saying, ‘God, please let me get through this,’ and with his grace I

did,” Daniels said. There was something inspiring about the accomplishment and his experience at Ottawa: he wanted more. “I never would have thought I’d consider pursuing another degree after what it took to get my bachelor’s,” Daniels said. “But that’s exactly what I did. In 2018, at the age of 44, I decided to take the leap once more and get my master’s in leadership from Ottawa.” Daniels completed his masters in 2019. He could have just move on to the next chapter in his life. But he wasn’t quite finished yet. “The strangest thing happened, I enrolled yet again!” Daniels said. “This time, I am pursuing a second master’s in human resources. I’m currently in my last two classes which I will complete at the end of April 2021 at the age of 46. “I won’t say this time that I’m done because, obviously, I have developed a passion for continuing my education. Ottawa instilled that passion in me, and really changed my life.” Daniels is the first and only member of his immediate family of eight to have completed any type of degree. He said he

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Anthem mom creates memories with ice cream truck BY ALLISON BROWN Foothills Focus Staff Writer

ome childhood memories are so special they deserve to be shared and relived with the next generation. For Anthem mom, Stacee Foxx, one of those sweet memories was stopping by the ice cream truck once a week after school and walking home with her friends. Seeing local trucks were rare in her area, Foxx found her own vintage ice cream truck, and started Just Chillin’ Ice Cream. She brings the indulgent treats and future memories to kids. “After school, [when I was younger]

we’d stop at the ice cream truck, get ice cream and walk home with our friends,” Foxx said. “It was an experience, and I feel like kids these days don’t have enough of those types of experiences. It takes doing something over and over again to make it that repetitive experience and childhood memory. I really wanted to give them that.” Once Foxx purchased her truck, she organized routes. The owner of a fellow local ice cream truck, Bright Angel, mentored Foxx. She then decided to fill a void and became the “after-school ice cream truck.” Seven years later, Foxx’s routes have remained mostly unchanged,

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and she regularly visits elementary schools. Just Chillin’ Ice Cream rolls up at Gavilan Peak Elementary on Mondays, Anthem Elementary on Tuesdays, Canyon Springs Elementary on Wednesdays and Diamond Canyon Elementary on Thursdays. Once the after-school crowd quiets down, Foxx drives through the nearby neighborhoods. On Fridays, she drives through Arroyo Norte. Foxx has regulars, too, like Hayden Marks, who has visited the Just Chillin’ truck with his dad every Tuesday for years. “They developed a special bond,” said Hayden’s mom, Sharon.

“She’s not just the ice cream truck girl. She’s pretty much his friend. Every week he says, ‘I have to see Stacee, I have to see Stacee,’ and if he doesn’t see her after school, he sits by the window waiting to hear her music to make sure he sees her.” Foxx doesn’t just deliver treats to Hayden. Before COVID-19, she occasionally allowed him to help serve customers. While he was having a blast, she was also teaching him math by counting the money and dealing out change. Hayden loves his ice cream, but,

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Vet hospital: ‘Your other family doctor’ BY ANNIKA TOMLIN Foothills Focus Staff Writer

deeming her hometown of Phoenix too sunny. “I worked with a great veterinarian up there,” Young said. “I decided that I wanted to come back to Arizona and at the time my mom was living in Black Canyon City and my daughter was prob-

Dr. Kirstin Young has always loved taking care of animals, so it was a natural fit for her to open a clinic, Daisy Mountain Veterinary Hospital. “I tried asking my mom about when I wanted to become a veterinarian, but it’s always been something that I’ve known,” said Young, an Anthem resident. “She said it was probably around seven that I was saying that I was going to take care of these guys when I get older. From that day forward that was all I ever wanted to do.” In February, the clinic relocated to a bigger space in the same shopping center. Daisy Mountain Veterinary Hospital is now fully staffed with veterinarians. Young said with a laugh that her mother was a “very good en- Dr. Kirstin Young has 25 years’ experience as a veterinarian and abler” for her veteri- opened her own general practice clinic, Daisy Mountain Veterinary Hospital, in February 2013. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Kirstin Young) nary ambitions. They always had a “menagerie of animals” at the house. ably five years old.” From stray cats, mice and rabbits, to Young knew Black Canyon City didn’t guinea pigs, hamsters and a pot belly have a proper play area for her daughter. pig, Young was constantly surrounded Her mother suggested they take a trip to by animals. an Anthem park. “Right at the moment, I have one very “I swear we got off the freeway on lazy Labrador named Bear and three the Anthem Way exit and as soon as we cats,” Young said. drove kind of just past Safeway and just Prior to opening her own clinic, Young saw the park, the houses and the mounworked as a veterinarian in WashingSee VET HOSPITAL Page 21 ton for 10 years. She moved there after

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just like Foxx said, his parents are happy to relive some of their childhood memories. “My husband grew up in New York, so the ice cream truck was more around his neighborhood,” Sharon said. “Just the sound of the music and she has an actually old-school ice cream truck … it’s nostalgic for us and brings back memories. Obviously, my son loves the ice cream truck, but we do, too. It brings back memories of our childhood.” Her most popular items are the traditional bomb pops and ice cream sandwiches, but Foxx said most adults tend to go for what they always got as a kid. They give their kids suggestions based on their favorites. She also has “a little something for everyone,” with gluten-free, sugar-free, dairy-free and peanut-free options. Foxx’s old-fashioned truck is charming, but as an antique, it requires many repairs. It was nearly

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make sure that I’m keeping my staff safe but also trying to continue in a way that I can have people be coming in with their pets.” Young explained that while several clinics switched to curbside-only appointments, she did not want to do that. “It’s been really, really busy, which is a good thing but is also frustrating in the way that I can’t help everybody like I would want,” Young said. “But the clients have been amazing, and we are so thankful for that.” In turn, Young supports and gives back to the community. “I’ve been practicing now for 25 years, and I’ve always worked with rescue organizations,” Young said. Since she opened her clinic, Young has worked with Anthem Pets. “I also work with two other rescues routinely: one is Rescues Angels out in New River and the other is called Chiquita Chihuahua Rescue,” Young said. “I don’t think I would be able to work if I couldn’t do some kind of rescue work as well.” Daisy Mountain Veterinary Hospital 39512 N. Daisy Mountain Drive, Suite 178, Anthem 623-551-8387 daisymountainvet.com

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Remote appearances for evictions become permanent BY JUDGE GERALD A. WILLIAMS North Valley Justice of the Peace

ven though our front doors have largely remained closed, courts have remained open. Many, if not most, appearances are being done either over the phone or by a video link. In Maricopa County, residential eviction actions have largely been conducted in a conference call format. Gov. Doug Ducey recently signed Senate Bill 1322 into law. It creates a new statute, A.R.S. § 22-206, that authorizes landlords, tenants, attorneys and witnesses to appear at the

first court date for a residential eviction action “by using a telephone or video conference connection.” To participate remotely rather than in person, advance written notice to the court is required. The new law does not define either the format or deadline for that notice, but there will likely be a court rule to clarify those issues. My best guess is that sending an e-mail to the court will fulfill the notice requirement. If the case is set for a trial, the judge has the option of requiring everyone to appear in person. Courts in Maricopa County are moving toward an online platform

called Court Connect. It is somewhat similar to Microsoft Teams. It allows all participants to see each other and to share documents and exhibits. There are obviously advantages and disadvantages to appearing remotely. Nothing is as good as having everyone in the same room. However, remote appearances increase access to justice because they can solve transportation problems and allow people to take less time off work. Prior to COVID-19, I conducted garnishment hearings, default hearings and civil pretrial conferences by telephone because our courthouse is often nowhere near the people who

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Three BC Lacrosse players commit to colleges BY ALEX GALLAGHER Foothills Focus Staff Writer

resh off their state championship win, three lacrosse players from Boulder Creek High School — Thomas Cook, Danny Carolan and Max Armitage — signed letters of intent to further their academic and athletic careers on May 18. “I’m just incredibly proud,” said Nick Hillier, Boulder Creek’s lacrosse coach. “These guys have put in the work, and they deserve every bit of it. These three were a huge part of growing this program and the fact that they got it done is something I’ll never forget.”

In a 13-12 overtime win against topranked Brophy College Prep, one of the Jaguars did not immediately realize what he accomplished. “It actually took me three days to comprehend what happened,” said midfielder Carolan. “Losing to that team 15-3 in March, it was demoralizing and to be able to beat them in overtime and assist YOUTH on my best friend’s goal to win it was the best feeling in the world.” The trio had been dreaming of a state championship since their freshman year. “Since I was in youth (lacrosse), you look up to the high schoolers and to be the first ones to win a championship here is awesome,” attacker Armitage

said. The athlete/coach relationship goes beyond high school. Hillier coached Armitage and goalie Cook in middle school. “My friends and I, we played in the summer, and we played fall ball and we all traveled together,” said Cook, who will study biochemistry and play lacrosse at Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa. “We also grew with each other and learned our strong suits. That’s what led to the big win in the state championship.” Others took a break from the sport but picked up where they left off to be successful on the field. “I played lacrosse from third grade to

seventh grade and all my friends play lacrosse,” said Carolan, who didn’t suit up for the Jaguars until his sophomore year. “I really missed it and it’s my best sport. I don’t know why I quit playing in the first place.” During the last four years, Hillier has witnessed his players’ growth. “One of the things about Thomas that’s been so impressive is his effort,” Hillier said. “The number of times I’ve had to tell him to get out of shooting drills because he was taking too many shots and I didn’t want him to get hurt was more than any coach wants to do.”

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Hillier was also impressed with Cook’s off-field activities. “He has worked hard to get here,” Hillier said. “He has put in the time. He’s put in the camps. He’s taken shots and that’s what it takes at the next level.” As for his offensive players, Hillier had nothing but glowing remarks about their work ethic and eagerness to learn the game. “I remember driving to practices during Max’s freshman year and arriving about 15 to 20 minutes early and almost every day, Max would be on that net shooting before practice,” Hillier said. “If he wasn’t there before, he’d be shooting after.” That stood out to Hillier. “It’s the effort that he’s put in that’s made him the amazing player that we’ve seen over the past four years,” Hillier said. Besides Armitage, Carolan was impressive. “Danny is one of the most coachable players who I’ve had the pleasure of

Max Armitage, left, will attend High Point University, Danny Carolan, middle, is headed to Lindenwood University, and Thomas Cook, right, will play at Cornell College. Coach Nick Hillier, standing, recently led the team to a state championship. (Photo courtesy of Dave Kelly)

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coaching,” Hillier said. “He just wants to play and absorb the game. He and Max would draw up their own plays even and to go from where he started sophomore year here to his level of comprehension of the game now is so impressive to me.” While the players progressed in their athletic abilities in the last four years, one lesson allowed them to succeed. “Boulder Creek taught us the value of playing as a team instead of playing as individuals,” Cook said. “You can’t win just playing by yourself.” Now that they have signed to continue their playing and academic careers, these players are excited for what the future holds. “I’m looking forward to being a student athlete, I think that will help me stay on top of everything and it’ll give me structure,” said Carolan, who committed to play lacrosse and study exercise science at Lindenwood University in St. Charles, Missouri. “I’m most excited to play that level of

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lacrosse as well as meet new people,” said Armitage, who will play lacrosse and study business administration at High Point University in High Point, North Carolina. “It’s going to be a new experience across the country.” Others are excited about what life will hold post-college. “I’m hoping to land a stable job, make a family of my own and raise a kid to play lacrosse,” Cook said. For future Boulder Creek lacrosse players, the trio leave this bit of advice. “To anyone who’s playing a sport, you have to be able to outwork everyone. It doesn’t matter how good you are now, it’s how good you are at the end,” Carolan said. Armitage added, “I’d say have fun with it and to put in the work on your own, everything will work out as long you put the work in.” Hillier, on the other hand, has advice he hopes his players will remember as they head off to college.

“I want them to remember to be humble,” Hillier said. “You go from a position in high school where you’re the best ones on the team to being the runt on the team. Just be humble, be ready to work harder than you’ve ever worked and do anything you possibly can to help your team whether you’re on or off the field.” When asked what these players will miss the most about high school, the answer was unanimous — their teammates. “I’ve built some memories with these boys since fourth grade, I love these guys,” Carolan said. “I’m going to miss the coaches and the players because I grew up with them from sixth grade through high school,” Cook said. The team hopes this won’t be the last that they see of each other. Hillier hopes he has given them a lifetime worth of memories and friendships. “I hope they learned some values that you can take into your life and they carry the friendship and successes they had here forever,” Hillier said.

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