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Show GUNNISON VALLEY Presorted Standard U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 11 Gunnison, UT Utah Press Association 15?1 E. 3900 S. Suite 100 Salt Lake City, UT 84124 Copy Price • 75 cents Thursday, September 14, 2006 Volume 2 • Number 37 Bulldogs 29, Templars 8 by MARKHENLINE For years the Manti Templars have been a huge thorn in the side of the Bulldogs. Year after year, Gunnison would go into the Manti game only to come out on the losing end of things. Last year was especially disappointing for the Dogs as they had great hopes of finally defeating their rivals. Gunnison went into last year's game with a 6-0 record and the longest winning streak in the state. But once again as the game ended, the Templars had defeated the Dogs by a score of 56-32. In fact, the Bulldogs have only defeated the Templars one time in the history of Bulldog football and that was ten years ago, in 1996. So, when you add that to the fact that the Bulldogs traveled to Manti as underdogs and the fact that it was Manti's homecoming, you can begin to understand why this Bulldog victory was so sweet. The Dogs received the kickoff with a great return by Bryant Davis out to the Dog's 43 yard line. The Dogs then marched down the field with one great run after another by Chad Satterfield and Taylor Ashton. There was also a complete pass to Jace Anderson for a five yard gain. Then with a first down and goal on the one Ashton ran in for a touchdown on the opening drive, Ashton then ran the ball in for the two point conversion and the Bulldogs were up 80. On the Templar's first possession, the Dogs stopped them dead in their tracks and only gave up five yards on three plays so the Templars were forced to punt. Gunnison began its second series with a six yard run by Satterfield. Then on the very next play, Ashton took the handoffand ran for a 64 yard touchdown. Shawn Gubeli added the point after and before the Templars knew what had hit them, they were down 15-0. The Templars next series was almost a carbon copy of their first. They gained seven yards on three plays and were again forced to punt. Gunnison then took possession and ran a few plays before the first quarter came to an end with the Dogs on top 15-0. The Bulldogs dominated the first quarter with 139 total yards to Manti's 12. The second quarter began with Bradley Jackson hitting Anderson for a 16 yard pass completion but then the drive stalled and Gubeli came in to punt the ball away. Manti took possession on their own 13 yard line. On the first play from scrimmage, t^e Templars fumbled and the Bulldogs recovered. With the Dogs deep in Templar territory, Ashton took the handoffand ran for ten yards to the one. On the next play, Satterfield busted through the line for another Bulldog touchdown. Gubeli added another point and Gunnison was on top 22-0. Manti began their next possession with a series of short runs and were able to get their first, 1st down of the night. They continued to have short runs and when they faced a 4th down and 6, they decided to go for it. But it wasn't to* be as Da- vid Crane and Nelson Ha'o. came up and stopped the run cold and the Dogs took over on downs. The Dogs again began to head down field with runs from Anderson, Satterfield and Ashton and two big pass receptions by Sam Judd, one that went for IS yards and the other for 15. But the drive ended with a penalty and an incomplete pass. On fourth down the Dogs tried a fake field goal and Jackson's pass was picked off on the seven yard line. The Templar's next posMark nenune/Gunmson session started with runs of Taylor Ashton running for his first of three touchdowns of the evening. See BULLDQGS, Page 6 Above: Senior players after the victory front row left to right: Sam Judd, Taylor Ashton and Sye Bunnell. Standing: Chad Satterfield, Nelson Ha'o, Justin Piep, Coach Jackson and Fonzie Sorenson. Gunnison City hires new pool manager by MARILYN STEWART The Gunnison City Council met on August 30, 2006. Steve Clark, Marketing Manger of CentraCom, informed the council of the cable television channel changes his company will be making soon. We're sure many residents are relieved to know they will be able to watch the BYU football games! He discussed the possibility of county wide free long distance service, (only we will pay over $3 per month for this feature). He udrey lioore/Ounmson Valley Gazette also explained the life long Opening ceremonies of the Little Buckaroo Rodeo. service program mandated by the federal government for access to telephone service for all. It is a program to assist residents who qualify to receive telephone services at a reduced fee. by AUDREY BOORE ing with some other events Baily Thatcher sang the NaCouncil Member Stethrown in for good measure. tional Anthem and mid way ven Buchanan reported he Despite the passing rain There was hot dogs, ham- through the afternoon some had made contact with the showers on -Saturday after- burgers, soda drinks and of the items from the old Ax- St. George based company noon, the contestants taking bakery items for sale in the tell Church was auctioned to provide the necessary part in the Little Buckaroo concession stand. off and the money went into rock for the new ball field in Rodeo in Axtell had a great The afternoon started the Young Men and Young Centerfield. time. There were many with the grand entry, which Women fund. Council Member Lori contestants in each event, was a horse drawn wagon The Little Buckaroo Ro- Nay is working on an enerof which were the chicken filled with the young contes- deo was hosted by the Ax- gy grant application to the chase, mutton busthV, steer tants and Clifford Sorenson, tell Young Men and Young state. The council discussed riding, roping, barrel and who was honored as he re- Women and was held at Ty- wLat area to work on and pole racing, and 4-wheeier cently returned from a year ler and Brooke Blackburn's the consensus was the heatand motor bike barrel rac- of military duty in Iraq. arena in Axtell. ing system in the city hall. AxtelFs Little Buckaroo Rodeo The boiler is working properly but the delivery system is outdated and leaking. The council wishes to thank Robert Sorensen for a great job as pool manager. Jordan Stewart was hired as the new swimming pool manager. The pool is looking for adults who would like to work as part-time lifeguards. Please apply! A lifeguard certification class will begin soon. Council Member Nay asked the city to agree to fund the motorized bridge at 200 East. The bridge is outside the scope of the UDOT funding. As costs have increased, more of the CIB loan of $200,000 has been committed to finishing the walkway. There is approximately half of the needed bridge funding available. After much discussion, the council believed we should wait to see what actual costs of the project are and what funds may remain that could go toward the bridge. Hopefully other projects to be completed this fall include the cemetery director}', GIS mapping, Peacock Springs water line replacement, new road at ACT Manufacturing, chip/seal of city roads running east and west, and several concrete waterways to carry storm drainage. Both the library and pool are now open for ''winter*' hours. The library is open Monday- Wednesday from 1-5 p.m., Thursday 37 p.m. and Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. The pool is open Monday-Friday from 6-9 a.m. for exercise and arthritis class; and 3:30-7:30 p.m. for open swim. Water aerobic class is held Tuesday and Thursday 6:30-7:30 p"m. Saturday's hours are 12 noon - 6 p.m. Give both facilities a try! More and more residents are signing up to make online utility payments. Just think, no more stamps, addressing envelopes, writing checks, or getting the paynient to the post office or city drop box. Give it a try! Go to gunnisoncity.org, call the city office at 528-7969 or pick up a form at the city hall. The council identified several projects that need to be addressed. The general plan including zoning should be updated. An industrial park area should be created. There is always something happening at Gunnison City! |