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Show SPORTS The Park Record. Editor: Griffin Adams sports@parkrecord.com 435.649.9014 ex.104 Twitter: @ParkRecSports YOUNG RIDERS BIKE SWAP The Young Riders Youth Mountain Biking program will be hosting its annual Bike Swap this Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Swap is held at the Yard Event Center on 1251 Kearns Boulevard, which is behind the Blind Dog Restaurant. By 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, the Young Riders expect 80 percent of the inventory to be gone, so be sure to get there early. For more information www. youngriders.com. FIRST AID/CPR COURSE Make sure you are prepared when an emergency happens by learning First Aid, CPR and AED Skills with Park City Recreation’s one-day course. National Safety Council Instructors will lead the session for those 15 and older on Monday, May 15, or June 5 from 5:30 to 10 p.m. at the PC MARC. The fee is $60. Register by the day before at parkcityrecreation.org or call 615-5400. SUMMER CAMPS AT BASIN RECREATION Basin Recreation is getting ready for summer, so it’s time to sign up for summer camps. Join us for a day, a week, or the whole summer for new and classic Basin Recreation adventures. Be sure to check out our most popular camps like our H20 Adventure, tennis, and mountain bike. And don’t miss out on our new Teen Adventure Tuesdays for the older camper. Space is limited, so be sure to register ASAP. To sign up, visit basinrecreation.org or call 655-0999. Please see Sports briefs, B-6 MARNO RETIRES FROM THE U.S. SKI TEAM, B-2 PCHS WATER POLO TAKES OVER AS TOP TEAM, B-3 www.parkrecord.com B-1 SAT/SUN/MON/TUES, MAY 13-16, 2017 He’s coming home: PCHS grad Morin returns Former Miner and Ute still hoping to be called up to majors GRIFFIN ADAMS The Park Record When Parker Morin was growing up in Park City, his family had season tickets to the Salt Lake Bees. He and his family would hop in the car regularly to make the familiar trip down Interstate 80 to Smith’s Ballpark in Salt Lake City. There, Morin was just like any other kid at a ballpark — though it be a minor-league one — chasing after foul balls and high-fiving Bumble, the team’s mascot. When he watched the players on the field in awe, he hoped he would be one of them some day. Morin, now 25 and a Park City High School graduate, returned to the same ballpark last week. But this time, he was there as a player for the Omaha Storm Chasers, the Triple-A affiliate for the Kansas City Royals. His team was going against the Bees in a four-game series, but he first saw action on Sunday, May 7. “A lot of memories [at Smith’s Ballpark],” Morin said. “I’ve always liked playing here. I’ve always done well. Going into today, I was excited.” Morin, who also played for the University of Utah during his collegiate career (the Utes play their home games at Smith’s Ballpark, as well), is obviously quite familiar with the local ballpark. It could be why he was so productive on Sunday afternoon after going 2-for-4 at the plate, including a run batted in and run scored. After Morin lined his second hit GRIFFIN ADAMS/PARK RECORD Left: Parker Morin, a Park City High School graduate and current professional baseball player with the Omaha Storm Chasers, talks with fans after his game on Sunday, May 7. Morin returned to Smith’s Ballpark after a few years of not playing in Utah. Right: Park City High School graduate Parker Morin warms up in the on-deck circle as a member of the Omaha Storm Chasers at Smith’s Ballpark on Sunday, May 7. Morin attended Bees games as a child growing up in the area. of the day — a deep double over the right fielder’s head — his teammates from the Omaha dugout could be heard screaming, “This is Parker’s home!” “[My teammates] were making jokes all over the place about it,” Morin said. “I think it stems from [watching Bees games as a kid]. Playing at Utah, I had a lot of success at this ballpark when I was playing with the U. I don’t know. For whatever reason, I see the ball really, really well here and I’ve had success.” Like Morin said, his success in Salt Lake City is rooted in his childhood. His memories of going to Bees games came full circle when Morin was out on the field, as little leaguers and young fans watched him play from the stands. As a catcher, Morin warmed up his team’s starting pitcher, Christian Binford, on the streak of dirt placed on the opposing team’s side of the ballpark, also known as its bullpen. After Binford decided he was warmed up, Morin made his way to the dugout to rest up before first pitch. As he made his way back, however, he was stopped by a teenager, accompanied by a few friends. Wearing a purple shirt with the Skullcandy logo on the front of it, the teenager stuck out his hand as if he was going in for a handshake, and Morin obliged. “It’s super cool to watch [Mo- Please see Morin comes home, B-4 Lifestyle Medicine Take several daily WARNING! A lifestyle prescription at Park City Hospital’s LiVe Well Center may result in the following side effects: Better sleep, less anxiety, weight loss, lower risk for diseases like Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, more energy, heightened sense of accomplishment and self esteem, more gratifying relationships and overall feelings of happiness, fulfillment and wellness. 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