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Show T' J. SUN CHRONICLE, - , March 24, 979, Page 1 4 1 Vincent ends brilliant cage season with Clearfield him honors last season. Vincent will visit Snow College on Thursday of this week, making preparations for a big decision in the by Keith Duncan Two pictures of Roger Vincent, one all-sta- te with his hand and arm hoovering over the basketball rim and another with his head just shy of the rim, caused a casual onlooker to pose the question, "Which college team did that guy play for? "Thats Roger Vincent, Clearfield Highs basketball center, came back the reply. The amazed onlooker answered while shaking his head, said, "Dont tell me high school kids can jump that high Needless to say, the surprised onlooker probably didnt visit too many Clearfield High basketball games this past season or his opinions of Vincent and his fabulous jumping ability would have been molded the first time he layed eyes on the Clearfield senior. was well Roger, who stands at 6 known around Region One basketball parts for his amazing jumping ability, in fact that ability made most tremble. He and Gordon Anderson of Layton have earned a reputation as the "Slam Dunk Duo, their slam dunks will long be remembered. For Vincent and the rest of the .At future now-a-day- (If O C: X m Wm 3, Kl Clearfield basketball squad, the curtains have closed on the season. Despite that, Rogers heroics on the Clearfield team will long be remembered according to Coach Craig Hansen, Roger has done more for our program than probably what he even realizes. Some may say he was naturally gifted with the talents he has, but he and the rest of the team know that hard work, desire, and discipline brought those talents to the surface. Every little kid in Clearfield idols Rog and the things he can do with a basketball. The impression he has left with our basketball program will last in my mind for a long, long time, said Hansen. season will be a For Roger, the highlight in his athletic career, but certainly not the last. His desire, and a genuine desire at that, is to hopefully play college basketball someday. His 63 frame doesnt do much in the mind of major college basketball coaches at the present time, but deep down in the heart of Roger Vincent, there echos the cry, Please, just give me a chance. V U 1978-7- 9 fl 17-- 6 ft Roger will play anywhere, but Utah ROGER VINCENT literally drops in two points during Clearfield game. State and Snow College are being given a thorough look at now. The Aggies have offered Vincent of a scholarship the first the remaining year and a full-righimself. Of he proves years, providing course the scholarship comes with football, where Rogers talents earned three-quarte- rs Shyness Left twice in Anyone that can slam-dun- k a packed Layton High auditorium, certainly cant be classified as shy. But there were days in the youth of Vincent, that shyness was part of him. Athletics has helped me grow out of that I suppose. Its funny looking back at it now, the change Ive made since those days, stated Roger. And a change it was indeed. From medicore play as a member of Clearfields city recreation to his selection to the One team, the change has been superlative. Vincent is consistent, thats the best way to describe him. Its not only the consistency fans see out there on the basketball court, but its the consistent hustle in practice, the extra laps around the block at home, and the consistent wearing of ankles weights to increase his jumping ability. Those are the small things that have made him great, said Coach Hansen. The wearing of ankle weights has started a trend at Clearfield, and why not? Clearfield taking home a trophy one year. At North Davis Junior, still it was football, basketball and baseball, and Roger excelled in them all. Roger admits that basketball has always been his first love. As soon as his athletic career ended at North Davis, Coach Roger Reid of Clearfield had Vincent and others attending basketball camps during the summer For the next three years, Vincent attended the College of Eastern Utahs basketball camp. As a sophomore at Clearfield, Vincent was .the leading scorer and rebounder with the sophomore team. Highlights in the season came while playing big amounts of time in junior varsity games and finally dressing for the state games. As a junior, under the direction of Coach Hansen, Roger and his teammates posted a 17-- record as a 2 junior varsity team. His football and baseball heroics were good for mentioning also. Vincent began at a number of positions on the gridiron, but eventually settled into the tight end spot where he developed into one of the schools best ever. His best year of baseballl came while as a sophomore, but his interest in the spring sport gradually decreased as high school days wore on. Leg weights, a jumping rope, and just plain desire helped develop Vincent into one of Region Ones finest cage stars. He and the Falcons claimed their first ten straight games this season, but fell into second place as the season came to a close. Tendinitis in his knee made a few shutter. The happening took place in the Bonneville football game this past season. Roger was hit on the knee with a helmet and was forced to sit out the final game of the season with Roy and the first couple of weeks afterwards. During the basketball season he wore a football knee pad to protect the knee. And Roger is thankful. A lot of people I owe for what I am now. Theres my family, theyve done everything to support me. 111 nAvof forget Coach Reia for the motivation. Coach Hansen is one of the best coaches Ive ever had. As much as remembering the wins we got on the basketball court, Ill never forget the spirit of the school and the way the community backed our teams, said Vincent. Motorcycles, snowmobiling, water and snow skiing, hunting and fishing, and outdoors in general are close to the Vincents human nature. And hes even a great cook, said Mrs. Vincent. Its just plain determination and desire that has won him success, said Mr. Vincent, Its going to be hard next year figuring out what well do with our spare time. Rogers athletics have simply been just part of our lives. Roger is the son of Robert and Beth Vincent and is one of six children, he being the youngest. Steven, Jeanette, Evelyn, Alan, and Scott (deceased) are all older than he is. Twenty also make up the grandchildren family tree. Though last but not least, Vincent has left name to remember in Clearfield basketball traditions. cant lose their r. reputation for having a Never Coaxed Id really have to admit that no one ever really coaxed me into playing sports. I used to watch TV and always wanted to do the things I saw great athletes do. Then Id go to a high school game and I remember I couldnt wait till I got my chance to play a Clearfield. The desire has always been with me to excell in sports, said Vincent. fAnd Im thankful for what sports has meant to me. Theyve taught me the value of hard work and that you can get anything if you want it bad enough, said Roger. From the time he first stepped into a Syracuse football jersey until this year, Vincent has been a three-seaso- n sports star. His excellence in football, basketball, and baseball has earned him many trophies that cover dresser drawers at home. It wasnt until just this spring that Vincent has decided not to play baseball, but has opted rather to participate in Clearfield track. Hell be running a leg of the 440 relay team, running the 220 and performing in the long jump for Coach John Flints track team. When Vincents confidence was at its peak, opposing teams were in for it. Like the time he tossed a in an All-Stgame in Sunset. Another exciting moment was winning the Clearfield City Recreation title and slam-dunke- Jzg7 beginning to take Walleyes at Willard Bay Inlet channel. Anglers are urged to take note of special regulations in the 1979 fishing proclamation pertaining to the inlet channel. FISHERMEN ARE no-hitt- er ar By Craig Miya Division of Wildlife Confused about interest rales? This past week has marked the beginning of the walleye fishing at Willard Bay. Although ice still covers large areas of the reservoir fishermen are having fairly good luck in the inlet channel. Walleye fishermen are reminded that when fishing the inlet channel south and east of the south marina, fishing is restricted to the hours from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m., and also restricted to using one single pronged hook and the daily bag and possession limit is two walleye. These restrictions will remain in effect through April 30. As in past years the male walleye move into the channel first and as the season continues the females begin to show up. The males will average from 1 and a half to 3 pounds and the females have been taken up to 12 pounds. 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The answer is: Its the doctor himself who takes good care of himself by taking walks for exercise, and by eating the right kind of food, even if he has to cook it and fix the salads for himself. Dr. McCune received his early schooling in Nephi grade school and the Nephi High School, and also attended the Weber Academy in Ogden when David O. McKay was principal. He then attended the Utah State Agricultural College for two Wid-tsoyears with Elder John is a He principal. of the Palmer graduate in School of Chiropractic Davenport, Iowa, and he has work in done California for many years. e, Resources over 3.2 billion dollars. All F'fSt SCunty First Security Bsnh Bank olutih N A ol Idaho. N A First Security Stale Bank Salt Law City Utah First Security Bank of Orem NA x banks members of FDIC. Fuji Security State Bank ot Ogden First Security State Bank ot Kaysvtlle First Security Bank ol Fust Security Bank ol Looan, N A Security Bank First Security Stale ol Rock Bank ot Springe. Helper Wyo. post-gradua- tackle restrictions aimed at avoiding snagging most of the walleye are begin snagged. With the beginning of the walleye fishing in the inlet channel many sportsmen have voiced strong opposition to the snagging of walleye in the inlet channel. These sportsmen feel that the snagging at Willard Bay is ery unsportsmanlike. A local bass club has taken a very strong stand on this unsnagging issue. The bass club feels that the sportsmanlike conduct of a minority of fishermen is contributing to the mounting public sentiment against sport fishing. One sportsman quietly admitted to being privately embarrassed by the activities of his fellow fishermen. Wildlife officers adivse that snagging is illegal and the law requires that the fish take the hook voluntarily into its mouth. dbd ipmoie'fGee Dr. McCune has practiced years, since 1918, and was president of the executive committee of Association Chiropractors for 20 years, past president in Ogden 61 of Chiropractors Association of Utah. He is a member of the United Com- mercial Travelers In- surance Company and past Grand Counselor of Utah, Idaho and Montana. He is a member of the executive board of Ogden Gateway Council, and is past president of the local chap- ter of Sons of Utah Pioneers. His Church work includes mission in the a Northern States, superintendent of the Twelfth Ward Sunday School, superintendent of the Mount Ogden Stake Young Mens Mutual Association, Improvement for 19 years member of the 24th Ward Bishopric when that ward was organized, president of the Mt. Ogden Genealogy Committee; president Elders quorum, president 160th Quorum of Seventies, member of the High Priests Quorum, 12th ward and member Mt. Ogden Stake Committee the adult Aaronic Priesthood. He was married to Leona Engstrom on December 26, 1914, in the Salt Lake Mor- mon Temple, and their children are Mrs. Ruth Jacob, Mrs. Betty Price, Mrs. Mary Lou Porter and Mrs. Joanne Rhoades. Dr. McCune concluded with more longevity Another way suggestions:' to live long, is just keep busy and keep breathing. |