Sports

‘Run the Caldera’ Cancellation Impacts 450-plus Participants

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VCNP News:

The Thompson Ridge Fire has forced the cancellation of the annual Run the Caldera Marathon event.

Mike Lippiatt from the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce said that more than 450 participants had registered up to the time the event was cancelled earlier this week.

Lippiatt addressed the short and longterm impact the cancellation of Run the Caldera may have on the local economy.

“It is impossible to quantify the loss of revenue due to the event being cancelled but the impact to our local businesses is quite significant,” Lippiatt said in a news release. “The long-term Read More

Duane Marr Best Predictor in American Springs Run

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Runners in Tuesday’s Pace Race on American Springs Road in the Jemez. Courtesy Photo
 
ACR News:
 
Duane Marr was the top predictor at 12 seconds off his predicted time on the relativity smoke free American Springs Road up in the Jemez. 
 
Ted Romero who was the first male finisher in the three mile run at 21:41 was 29 seconds off his estimated time. He was followed by Roy Cope with a 30 second error and David Kratzer at 39 seconds off.
 
Eight-year-old Aidan Cooley was the fastest finisher on the one mile course with a time of 11:27. The best female finisher at one mile
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Come Out and Cheer On Little League Juniors Saturday

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LALL News:

Everyone is invited the Overlook Park Virchow Baseball Virchow Field at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 8 to watch a game of Little League Juniors (13-14 year-olds) baseball. 

The Los Alamos “Dbacks” team is undefeated so far this season.

These boys give it their all and then some and they would love to see the community fill the stands. Experience the fun and cheer them on as one of them slides into home plate for the winning score! Read More

2013 USA Basketball Men’s World University Games Team Training Camp To Feature 29 Collegians

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Lobo Alex Kirk of Los Alamos has been chosen to attend the 2013 USA Basketball Men’s World University Games Team training camp June 24-30. Courtesy photo

SPORTS News:

COLORADO SPRINGS – Including three players with prior USA Basketball national team experience and 29 collegiate athletes overall, USA Basketball Monday announced the roster for the 2013 USA Basketball Men’s World University Games Team training camp, which will take place June 24-30 at the U.S. Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colo.

The USA Basketball Men’s Junior National Team Committee issued the invitations.

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The Pain Free Athlete: Is Surgery the Answer for Your Musculoskeletal Pain?

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Jessica Kisiel

The Pain Free Athlete
Column by JESSICA KISIEL
 
 Is Surgery the Answer for Your Musculoskeletal Pain?

When we hurt we often assume the worst. We become afraid and tentative with our bodies, telling ourselves that this much pain indicates major damage and will require a significant intervention to heal.

This is especially true with new pain that doesn’t seem to have a cause. The possibility of surgery quickly comes to mind and we panic, seeking immediate relief and answers from our medical provider.

Sometimes, there is a clear cause for the pain and treatment

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Start Your Golf Cart For Strong Kids Golf Classic

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YMCA News:

The Family YMCA’s Ed Griggs Memorial Strong Kids Golf Tournament is Saturday, June 15.

Check in and games begin at noon and 1 p.m. kicks of the Shotgun Start/Scramble.

Participation in this annual tournament helps 80 youth attend the Y’s summer camp and after school program, and assists 174 adults and children to have access to healthy programs and activities at the Y.

Click here to see the Golf Classic brochure for all the details.

Register online now, or complete the attached form and deliver to the YMCA, 1450 Iris St.

For individuals unable to participate in the tournament but want Read More

Golf Tournament Seeks Sponsors

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Members of the Boys and Girls Club. Courtesy photo

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB News:

Get ready for the  28th Annual 3-IN-1 Golf Tournament to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico.

This fun golf tournament is actually three games in one. The first six holes are a scramble, the next eight holes are a low gross low net and the last four holes are a scotch foursome.

Participationwill help fund the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central New Mexico’s after school and summer programs. If you cannot participate this year, we hope that you will consider sponsoring a child.  

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Girls’ Soccer Tryouts and Summer Training Opportunities

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SPORTS News:

The Los Alamos High School Girls’ 2013 Soccer Program will hold tryouts at 7 a.m. Monday, Aug. 12 at Sullivan Field.  

Players must have a physical after April 1, 2013 (they will be good through the 2013/14 school year.) Forms may be picked up at the LAHS Athletic Office (663-2531) or they may be found at https:////lahs.laschools.net. Make sure that you print all of the forms. Make sure that all the necessary information is filled in and that all signatures are received. The earlier the forms are turned in, the better.

Where to turn in completed forms:

  • LA High School Athletic Office
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