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Show Wed/Thurs/Fri, May 4-6, 2005 The Park Record B-3 Baseball wrapping up season in style starting pitcher Seth Anderson was hit in the head by a pilch in the batters box that rendered him unable to continue pitching in the next inning. He later recovered. Draxton came iii and continued lo play well. By ADIA WALDBURGER Other players also stepped up. Of the Record staff Schwab highlighted the play of short Aflcr I he Minors trounced Judge stop Andrew Hoyt, and was also Memorial 8-1 on Friday and spoiled encouraged by the teams 13 hits in their chances at grabbing the ihird the game He hopes that the strong place spot in Region 10, the finish to this season will help Bulldogs head coach Jeff Meyer encourage the team in the off-seacommented to Park Cily head coach son as they prepare for next year. Buster Schwab, "Gosh, coach, if you "The summer is where we kick it guys could have played this way all off," said Schwab. "Hopefully, this year, you would be in the playoffs." builds excitement for the kids to So true. 'Hie Park City baseball work hard." team may not be headed to the postAlready, Schwab has seen an season, but their performances in increase in the commitment level the last few games of the season from his team. Some of his players have not been shabby. Winning are even delaying vacations to get three of the last four games, the more off-season practice and tourMiners seemed determined to prove nament games in. that they are capable of more than "Stuff like that is huge when you their 6-13 record suggests. are building a program." said In the Judge game, the Miners Schwab. were inspired. Seven out the nine Another bright spot in the future for starters got hits, there were no the Miners is the play of underclasserrors on the field, and Seth man Matt Gage who finished the Anderson and Eric Draxton com- year with .350 batting average. 'Iiu's bined for a three hitter from the will be a big boost for the program pitchers mound. as they lose seniors Anderson, "It was probably the first com- Draxton and Garrett Meister who plete, quality victory we've had," all finished the year above .500. said Schwab. "'Hiere was timely hitThe Miners will finish the season ting, defensively we played well and on Wednesday when they host the kids had fun." Delta, a playoff-bound team. This SCOTT S\NEJPARK RECORD 'Hie •"fun" factor may be why the will be the last game for the Park team is playing so wclL According City seniors, so Schwab and the Eric Draxton waltzes into home during the Miners 8-1 win over to Schwab, a lot of the players have Miners coaching staff have decided Judge Memorial. been playing in a more relaxed man- to allow the players to play at whathow to pitch and how to catch." The Delta game will he held ner that has been contagious among ever position they desire. Bullpen reserve Meister will get Wednesday. May 3 at 3 p.m. at the the entire team. "We won't be compromising any'flic only negative came when thing," said Schwab. "They all know the nod at the mound for the game. Park City field. Miners may end year with seven wins FOOD lN PARK Cl 2 furl lunch, cr Dinner &itree Muse prescne coupon, docs not include Daily Specials Expires May 20, 2005 La Casita offers you the exotic, robust flavors of authentic homemade Mexican food. With years of professional experience, owner Alberto Martinez and his staff of friendly servers strive to provide you with the perfect dining experience-a relaxed, casual atmosphere and real Mexican food only found otherwise in Alberto's Mom's home in Mexico. Welcome to La Casita. Welcome to Mexico. We are still here. Better than ever. Center helps youth to discover nature •Continued From B-1 will the older kids get the opportunity to travel and spend the night away, but each day is filled with nature-based activities, arts and crafts, science projects, river rafting, camping and hiking. Kids are oven entertained with stories and activities during the van ride lo the overnight campsites. "We have a wide range of fun mind-slrelehing. as well as physically stimulating activities, where kids learn a lot and it helps them build self-esteem and confidence in their abilities," said Phillips. Another key component of the program is team building and group dynamics. Because the Center hosts a diverse group of youngsters, the staff spends time creating bonds and cooperation between the campers. Cammermeyer calls this "The Four Cs", which are communication, cooperation, consideration and commitment. "We've got these kids all over the place in risky situations, so our staff are taught to manage the group well. There are two counselors per 12 campers, and they are g(K)d at managing the group. A way lo do it is to establish the four Cs," said Cammermeyer. Finally, the Center is committed to making sure that [he youth are safe. They hire professionally trained technical for activities such as rock-climbing and rafting and all counselors arc safety certified. The cost for a week of camp is between $235 and $475. depending on age, but Phillips is quick lo add that they try to never turn away any camper based on financial need. Funds from the RAP tax have allowed the Center to award 39 tuition scholarships, which total over $12,000 and will cover the equivalent of 80 weeks of camp. The Center plans to contact local schools and churches looking for deserving youth in the area that would like to attend a subsidized week of camp. To avoid the exorbitant cost of providing food, the Center asks each kid to bring a menu item for meals throughout the week. Otherwise, the Center provides the tents, cooking gear and equipment for the various activities. At the end of camp. Phillips hopes that each child gcx.-s away with a new perspective. "One really big component is that we teach to develop (heir discovery skills." said Phillips. "We teach these kids to look and sec. We help them develop observation skills and cognitive awareness." The summer youth programs are designed for five different age groups, ages 6-8, ages 9 and 10. 11 and 12, 13 and 14 and 15-17. For more details, log onto www.outdoorccnter.org. call 649-5322 or 1800-649-5322 or email at youth@OLitdoorcenter.org. To register, parents must visit the Norwegian Outdoor Exploration Center at 333 Main Street, 1st Floor. 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