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Thursday, August 14, 2008

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          Parents Must Attend Meeting
        Moriarty High will hold a meeting on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at John B. Salvo Gym for all parents whose sons or daughters will participate in the school's fall-season athletic programs.
        For the first time, the New Mexico Activities Association has decreed that it is mandatory for athletes' parents or guardians to attend this meeting. NMAA, District 5-4A and program rules will be covered.
        Parents must sign an attendance roster upon arrival in the gym lobby.
        Meetings for winter and spring programs will be held on later dates.
        For information, contact the athletic office at 832-5947.
        Former Monarch Golfer a Pioneer
        Tijeras' Ashlee Jones, New Mexico's 2006 Class 5A girls prep golf champion, is transferring to Wayland Baptist University in Plainview, Texas, for the 2008-09 school year, the 2007 Manzano High graduate said in a telephone interview on Wednesday.
        The new Pioneer earned three straight District 5-4A individual titles as a Lady Monarch.
        "We're excited that she will be playing for us," said Tom Harp, Wayland's eighth-year golf coach. "She's a wonderful young lady, and she has lots of talent."
        Jones, who red-shirted as a freshman golfer at the University of Nevada in Reno, said she will receive a full-ride scholarship, including room and board, to play for her new team.
        The Wayland Baptist women's golf team is in its first year of existence.
        "But that's good," said Jones, a mass communications major. "We can start our own tradition."
        Jones joins her former Manzano teammate, Albuquerquean Zane Crook, at Wayland. Crook will be in his second year with the Pioneer men.
        "It's real exciting," Jones said. "It'll be like in high school. We're still best friends."
        MHS Selling Sports Passes
        Moriarty High season and school-year athletic-event passes are on sale now at the school's athletic office, according to a news release from the Pintos' athletic director, Joe Butler.
        A fall-season pass is $20 for adults, $15 for students.
        A pass for the entire 2008-09 school year costs $50 for adults and $35 for students to see all regular-season home games during all three seasons. Passes are good for regular-season games only. They are not valid for tournament and district or state playoff games.
        For information, call 832-5951.
        Jovial Umpire Keeps It Light
        Richard Mondragon wrapped up his third year as an umpire for the Moriarty Baseball League and Moriarty Girls Fast-Pitch Association, both youth sports organizations, during the MGFPA's championship game day at the city's sports complex on Aug. 2.
        "The big difference between the girls' softball games and the boys' is the girls have to get back in the (pitcher's) circle, instead of them trying to get the out," Mondragon said. "They can't advance after the pitcher gets back in the circle. Other than that, it's the same game."
        Mondragon teaches shop at Edgewood Middle School, and he has been the Eagles' athletic coordinator. He also taught drafting at the high school last year.
        Mondragon is well-known for his effervescent presence at the sports complex. He often jokes with the parents, the kids and the coaches during games.
        The ump's older daughters, Amy and Alyssa, are Lady Pinto athletes. His youngest, Kristina, is a third-grader-to-be.
        "Before I started, I thought it would be boring, but it's been fun," he said. "I know all the kids."
        Bean Fiesta Run Set for Oct. 11
        The 2008 Bean Fiesta Run will be held on Oct. 11 at 8 a.m. with the start and finish lines at the Moriarty High School track, according to a news release from Colleen Burns, the event coordinator.
        Early registration, paid prior to Oct. 11, is $20 for the 5-kilometer and 10K runs. On race day, it will cost $25.
        The 1-mile fun run/walk fee is $10 before race day and $15 on Oct. 11.
        The event is for children, adults and seniors with male and female divisions generally divided in 10-year increments.
        Seniors into their 80s have been regulars at the event and run the fiesta's 5K and 10K races every year. Burns also is hoping to attract more elementary and middle-school kids this year.
        An eclectic group of prizes, which usually reflect Moriarty's agricultural roots, are awarded. For information or to obtain a registration form, contact Burns at 384-5039 or e-mail her at lcnobull@msn.com.
        Monarchs Looking For Soccer Help
        Manzano High is seeking assistant coaches for its boys and girls soccer programs, according to a news release from Bob Kelly, the school's athletic director.
        For information, call Lady Monarchs coach Jodie Robertson at 890-0446 or Manzano boys coach Tristan Lloyd via the AD's office at 559-2253.
        Da-Bears Seeking New Members
        Da-Bears, Estancia High's revived athletic booster club, is looking for new members and sponsors.
        The club's board includes Nick Sedillo (president), Angie Coburn (vice president), Lorena Coburn (treasurer), Janice Barela (secretary), Samuel Chavez and Tracy Sedillo.
        For information, call Nick Sedillo at 384-4043.
        EHS Needs Boys Basketball Coach
        Estancia High continues to search for a boys basketball coach.
        For information or to submit a résumé, call the school's athletic coordinator, Dusty Giles, at 705-0507.
        PAC Booster Club Looks for Support
        The Pinto Athletic Club, in a renewed effort to raise community spirit for Moriarty High athletics, is seeking new members.
        The 2007-08 PAC officers include Kathleen Sena (president), Colleen Chavez (vice president) and Cheryl Moore (secretary).
        Parents of athletes are particularly encouraged to participate. For information, call the school's athletic department at 832-5947.
        Middle School Coaches Sought
        Moriarty Middle School still needs football coaches, Moriarty High School coach Bob Allcorn said.
        For information, call Allcorn at 463-3559.
        New Tennis Club Seeks Members
        Local tennis buffs are invited to join the newly formed East Mountain Tennis Club.
        "The informal club will help experienced players meet for matches and encourage novices and new players to learn the game," Steve Ginsberg, the club's founder, noted in a news release. "The club will also be an advocate for improving and expanding the public courts in Edgewood and Moriarty."
        For information, e-mail Ginsberg at steveginsberg@hotmail.com.