Foothill survives four-point second quarter, tops Canyon Springs to advance to Sunrise finals
When the Foothill High basketball team scored just four points Thursday in the second quarter of its Sunrise Regional semifinal game against defending state champion Canyon Springs, the Falcons? players could have easily become frustrated. But they didn?t. That?s especially true for senior guard Greg Cox, who despite being one of the best 3-point shooters in Southern Nevada, misfired on several long-range attempts in the quarter.
Fri, 17 Feb 2012 03:10:00 -0000 |
Basketball playoff roundup: Quarterfinal games could produce exciting finishes in balanced Sunrise Region
We?ve never seen a basketball postseason like this. When Sunrise Regional playoffs start Wednesday night with four quarterfinal games, the general consensus is that each of the tournament?s eight teams have an equal chance to win the title. Yes, there is that much parity.
Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:30:00 -0000 |
Star Foothill receiver plays decoy, helps Falcons advance to Sunrise title game
There is no doubt Kyle Keplinger is the Foothill High football team?s top offensive threat. The senior wide receiver entered Thursday?s Sunrise Regional semifinal game against visiting Basic with 21 touchdowns, easily having his way with the opposition every week. So, what happens when Keplinger is held in check? Well, he still has an impact on the game.
Fri, 11 Nov 2011 08:15:00 -0000 |
Redemption Thursday: Region semifinals feature four teams out to avenge earlier defeats
Las Vegas High football coach James Thurman has stressed each week for his players to play a faceless opponent on Friday nights. Instead of worrying about the opposition ? whether weak or strong ? on the other side of the field, Thurman tells his players the first step to victory is executing their game plan successfully. On most Fridays in Las Vegas? weak Northeast Division, the faceless opponent strategy is not overlooking a struggling opponent. But Thursday in the Sunset Regional semifinals, the Wildcats will face a tall order in beating host Liberty (9-1). Not only did the defending Sunrise champion Patriots defeat Las Vegas in last year?s title game, they physically manhandled and dominated for virtually the entire night. The faceless opponent strategy might be a good idea for the other underdog teams in this week?s semifinals.
Wed, 09 Nov 2011 16:06:00 -0000 |
Foothill rallies past Basic
The rivalry between Foothill and Basic provided yet another memorable installment Friday night.
Foothill overcame a 21-point deficit in the second half to win its second in a row in the Battle for Boulder Highway series. Foothill 42, Basic 35.
Sat, 22 Oct 2011 07:49:00 -0000 |
Memorable first half leads Foothill to second straight victory
If no one at Foothill takes the initiative to cut a highlight video after this season, the Falcons could always just throw on the film from the first half of Friday?s game against Canyon Springs.
Sat, 03 Sep 2011 08:32:00 -0000 |
Basic dedicates lopsided victory to severely injured former star
It?s been an emotional past week for Basic High.
Before the Wolves began preparing for Friday?s matchup with Rancho, they learned 2009 team captain Kelly Armistead was severely injured and suffered major head injuries in a car accident last Saturday.
Sat, 03 Sep 2011 07:04:00 -0000 |
Foothill senior leaving his mark on basketball program
Evan Roquemore had two goals for his senior season as a Foothill Falcon - lead his team back to Nevada's 4A boys basketball final four and see his college recruiting pick up. With a 14-5 record, Foothill is in first place and undefeated in Southeast Division play, and things are shaping up nicely for a deep run in the playoffs. That kind of team success — along with some stellar personal performances - Roquemore is receiving more attention from the next level.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 10:05:00 -0000 |
Desert Pines' signal caller elevates his game
Nobody would have questioned his dedication if Desert Pines quarterback Dalton Leilua had decided to skip Saturday's Southern Nevada Coaches Association skills competition. After all, he had just competed in another recruiting event earlier in the day and had spent four hours driving back to Las Vegas from Moorpark, Calif.
But neither the long trip nor the back-to-back workouts slowed him down. Not much has in his career with the Jaguars.
Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:24:00 -0000 |
Embattled Gorman football player enters plea deal
Former Bishop Gorman football standout Justin Chaisson is one step closer to pursuing his gridiron dreams at the University of Oklahoma thanks to a plea deal reached Wednesday.
Chaisson pleaded no contest to one count of misdemeanor coercion and one count of misdemeanor domestic battery stemming from an alleged attack on his ex-girlfriend where Chaisson supposedly threatened to kill the young woman with a screwdriver after violently forcing her into his car.
Wed, 29 Apr 2009 22:58:00 -0000 |
Love and life on the diamond
When diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer called Burkitt's Lymphoma as an 8-year-old growing up in Green Valley, Todd Faranda never pondered how long he would live.
His main concern was when he'd get his next turn at the plate.
Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:00:00 -0000 |
Bowling for books
Griffith Elementary School in Northwest Las Vegas has a unique lineup for its daily morning announcements.
They remind the kids of the school's mission statement, to always try their best. Then they give a "word of the day" to increase vocabulary, followed by any important daily announcements and the Pledge of Allegiance.
Then, at least in the Fall, they announce the New York Giants score.
Fri, 24 Apr 2009 22:01:00 -0000 |
UNLV's Red Army marches on
Some people don't know what Ultimate Frisbee is. Other people, however, wouldn't spend their time doing anything but playing the game.
UNLV's club Frisbee team hasn't been around too long, but is looking for their chance to shine.
Thu, 23 Apr 2009 06:59:00 -0000 |
Proceeds from golf tourney helping UNLV athletes
The Findlay Toyota Rebel Athletic Fund Golf Tournament will be held May 11 at Bear's Best Golf Club. All proceeds benefit UNLV athletes.
Thu, 23 Apr 2009 06:00:00 -0000 |
Baseball still a great tradition
Talk about taking a walk down memory lane.
Strolling through the concourse at Cashman Field on April 17 during the Las Vegas 51s home opener, I could not help reminiscing about watching baseball games at the stadium during my childhood.
Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0000 |
Restraining order case against Gorman football star dismissed
Former Bishop Gorman football star Justin Chaisson did not appear in front of Judge Eric Goodman Thursday morning in Clark County District Court for a protective order hearing.
But the presence of Chaisson's lawyer, Michael Cristalli, was all the University of Oklahoma football recruit needed to avoid a misdemeanor charge of violating a restraining order against his ex-girlfriend.
Thu, 16 Apr 2009 18:02:00 -0000 |
Drag racing a tasty treat for this novice
Tasty foot-long corn dogs, juicy roasted turkey legs and pink lemonade were on my lunch menu last weekend.
Who wouldn't love that combination on a Sunday afternoon?
Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0000 |
Deep Coronado squad closes in on program's first state championship
A.J. McInerney watched helplessly from the sidelines as the Coronado boys' golf team allowed a one stroke lead to slip away in the final nine holes of the 4A state championship last year at TPC Las Vegas to cross-valley rival Palo Verde. McInerney, then in eighth grade, decided that day to set a goal of winning a state title before graduating in 2012.
But the second best freshman in the nation according to the Golfweek/Titleleist Performance Index might only have to wait a few weeks before that dream becomes reality.
Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:00:00 -0000 |
Sunrise Mountain finds first football coach
Right about the time Jason Basso had given up looking for a football head coaching job in Las Vegas for next season, a job found him.
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:57:00 -0000 |
Tech slugger strikes fear in opposing pitchers
Chris Sambol has become accustomed to hitting pitches he does not like.
During his baseball career at Southeast Career and Technical Academy, opponents have tried to limit his power at the plate by walking him or offering up a steady diet of breaking balls.
Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0000 |
