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Show •N E \V S- Spanish Fork Covering what matters most Hard work: From COOK • A8 degree. Soon after, he earned an opportunity to 1 work with Senator Hatch in Washington, DC. As the Senator's special assistant to thechiefcounsel,Cook wrote letters, articles and speeches. He was later called to be Hatch's national campaign scheduler when the Senator ran for president. From there, he traveled back west and finished an MBA at Arizona State University. He then completed a master's degree from Thunderbird, the American graduate school of international business. For the past few years, Cook and his family have lived in several different locations. They spent time in Dallas, Texas, where he accepted a job to work for a. global company named Hilti. He talked about the purpose of the worldwide company. "Basically, we make drills, bits and tools that shoot nails into concrete steel," said Cook. "Anything that contractors need when they build hotels, hospitals and homes, we make all the products for them." The company is organized by a direct sales force as 14,000 Hilti sales reps approach building contractors on a daily basis. After a two year term, Cook received a promotion to become a regional manager in St. Louis, Miss. He and his family have lived there for the past two years. But recently, he was offered another promotion to become a senior leadership trainer. Only this one will require the Lake Shore native to leave the country for work in Switzerland. Cook is excited about this new adventure, yet he recognizes the tough journey ahead. From an athletic standpoint, he compares this upcoming work challenge to his varsity football debut. Cook was thrown into the fire as a sophomore when SF's star QB, Rob Nielsen, suffered a season-ending knee injury. "That sophomore year, I got the start and it was a job that was a little bigger than I was at the time," said Cook. "It required some development — growth — and that's the same thing I'm feeling right now. I'm kind of taking on something that is bigger than I am and you have the challenge of growing into it." Many former athletes enjoy reminiscing about the good old days. Cook talked about his experience as a Don and what it meant to suit up in the red and gray. "I still think about it all the time," he said. "I miss the uniform the most. I just miss the feeling of representing the whole community. You go out and work hard and play hard, and hopefully do things nobody has ever done before. It really meant a lot to me." The principles of work ethic and leadership have allowed Cook to succeed as an athlete and in his professional career. "You learn those principles on the farm in Lake Shore and you learn it on the ball field in Spanish Fork," said Cook. "You make it a part of who you are; then go out to the world and take those same principles and teach everybody." As in sports and life. Cook mentioned that it's nice to receive some breaks now and then. "Coach Snell gave me a chance," he said. 'That's kind of what you need in life is someone to give you a chance. If you get the chance, then you just make the most of it." McKay Lewis to return to nationals McKay Lewis, son of Mike and Tammy Lewis has qualified for the upcoming Hershey's Track and Field Games North American Final. McKay will be competing in the standing long jump. This will be McKay's second appearance at the nationals meet. He qualified with a jump of 8' 10 1/2". McKay also excels at school and likes to play other sports. He also loves ^ chocolate. This program is sponsored by the Hershey Company and features over 500 of the best young track and field athletes in North America. The North American Final will be held August 4, 2007, in Hershey, Penn. at the Henry Hershey Field on the campus of the Milton Hershey School. This is the 30th year Hershey's Track and Field Games has provided 9-14 year old boys and girls the opportunity to learn and develop the skill required to participate in basic track and Field events. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2007 • A9 Lil Buckaroo Rodeo GET ALONG LITTLE DOGIE: The Salem Days Li'l Buckaroo Rodeo will be held Aug. 9, 2007 at 7 p.m. at the Salem Wahoo Arena. Events mutton bustin', pole bending, barrel racing, a money cow and key hole. Bring your family and enjoy stick horses and bale roping for the kids. Admission is free to spectators. Pre-entry is required by Aug. 5. $5 entry for barrels, poles, keyhole and mutton bustin'; call Gina at 798-1778. All events are jackpotted. Chad Carter / Spanish Fork News Football Booster auction set On Aug. 16, 2007 at boosters, watch the practice 7 p.m., the Spanish Fork and have a piece of pizza Football Booster's will be with the team. The Boosters conducting their annual will accept any donated auction at the Spanish Fork items up to the starting time of the auction. For further Football Field. This year will be information, contact Larry somewhat unique. The Przybycien at 836-0429. auction will be held at the The following items have same time as the evening already been donated by the practice prior to the first supporters of the Spanish game. The first game is Fork Boosters: with Alta on Aug. 17. The • Five smoked turkeys from fans, the boosters and the Hickory Kist community will have an • Five 8 oz. packets of beef opportunity to support the jerky from Hickory Kist Alumni Golf Tourney • Five t1 tb. packets of candy from Hickory Kist • Five loaves of bread from Hickory Kist Store • One $40 meat tray from Hickory Kist • Two transmission tune-ups from Dean's Transmission • Two car detailing from Robarge Collision • Four tire rotation and balance from Big O • Four wheel alignments from BigO • One S300 gift certificate from Big O • Five hair cuts from Chris'. Barber Shop • Four oil changes from K and K Auto • 100 ranch burger certificates from Arctic Circle • 100 whopper burger certificates from Burger King • 60 $5 gift certificates from Carl's Junior • 20 square yards of carpet from Design West Carpet and Interiors • Three decorative rugs from Shepherd's Carpet • One globe meat slicer Parks & Rec. Notes The 2007 Spanish Fork Alumni Golf Tournament Four Person Matt Marziale Scramble will take place Saturday, Aug. 18, 2007 at 9 a.m.— SF PARKS & RECREATION Shotgun Start Spanish Oaks Golf Course All former Spanish Fork High School students or current Youth flag football officials are needed. This residents of Spanish Fork and Salem are invited. This also includes is a great part-time job. Flag football games play women. We hope to have numerous female participants. Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Games last one hour and pay $ ] 2 per game. Two officials work This is designed to be a really fun golf day including a steak dinner. We will try to make it as fair as possible for all each game. Officials need to be at least 16 years old. If interested, contact Matt at the Spanish Fork Recreation participants. You are welcome to enter as an individual or you office, 798-4068. Officials will be trained and given a can get four players and sign up as a team. • ' , - • • • " ' • ' • rule book. Format: Four Person Scramble Cost: $40 per person (Golf cart is included), a $5.00 donation Youth tackle football officials are needed. This is to SFHS Golf Team is appreciated. There will also be prize a great source of extra income for adults. Officials are money, specialty prizes, door prizes, awards and steak dinner. paid $15 a game and work in crews of four. Games are For the steak dinner at Canyon View Park, a shotgun start is played Tuesday, Wednesday evenings and Saturday planned so all players can start and finish at the same time. mornings. Training will be offered by Spanish Fork Then everyone can eat together and enjoy the presentation of Parks and Recreation. Interested adults should call Matt at the Spanish Fork Recreation office 798-4068. awards and prizes. To even up the competition, each team will be given a handicap. (Groups with women will get extra-strokes Youth football: Youth interested in playing tackle for each female.) or flag football can still sign up. Camp has begun, and Deadline: entries must be made by Friday, Aug,17. This interested players are encouraged to attend the camp. tournament fills up fast, so register today. Contact John Flag leagues are offered for 3rd and 4th grade boys and Bingham 798-8901 or Spanish Oaks Golf Course 798-9816. 5th and 6th grade boys. Tackle leagues are offered for 6th-9th grade boys. Get in today. # m the Oil 'Doc Francis and Staff wish you a very a irtfida Mackay Wankier • Erica Myers • AIJTa Eaton * Shaye Lea • Steven Pclham • Joseph Shearer • Bailie Baxter • Daniel James • Kaylee Liddiard « Colby Marrott • Analee Smithcc • David Peterson • Brett Ringger • Jordan Salazar • Destrilee Allrcd • Kassidi Serving the Spanish Fork area with quick and friendly service! 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