Sports
Don Q's Nevada and Northern California fishing report for week of June 12-19
Submitted by Don Quilici on Tue, 06/11/2013 - 10:48pmHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 12-19.
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Don Q's fishing report for week of June 5-11
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 06/05/2013 - 10:36amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of June 5-11.
Don't forget, Saturday, June 8, is Nevada’s Free Fishing Day where you can fish anywhere you want, and not need a Nevada fishing license, Nevada Trout Stamp or a Nevada Second Rod Stamp. Go here to learn more and what to expect fishing the Silver State.
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WNC Wildcats continue success; several players off to standout NCAA baseball programs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/03/2013 - 3:05pmThe pipeline from Western Nevada College to NCAA Division I and other standout baseball programs around the country continues to flow with Wildcat talent.
WNC baseball coach D.J. Whittemore has announced that five players from his 2013 team made up primarily of freshmen have been inked by Division I schools, while two others have signed with NCAA Division II powerhouse Dixie State College. The five join nine players from last year’s team who signed with Division I teams and eight from the 2011 squad.
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Sports Kiosk Ban Bill Passes Assembly
Submitted by Nevada Media Alliance on Sun, 06/02/2013 - 10:41pm
CARSON CITY — A bill that bans sports kiosks from bars and taverns passed in the Assembly on Thursday with a vote of 41-0, despite sparking controversy earlier in the legislative session. SB416 would restrict free-standing sports-betting machines and defines sports kiosks as sports books, which only casinos can have.
Assembly Minority Leader Pat Hickey, R-Reno, said of the bill, that he supported it despite having initial misgivings.
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Baseball greats Chipper Jones and Ivan Rodriguez sign on to Tahoe celebrity golf tourney
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/31/2013 - 9:51pmTwo future Major League Baseball Hall of Famers — Chipper Jones and Iván Rodríguez — are the latest to join the field of 80 sports legends and entertainment celebrities at the 24th annual American Century Championship at Lake Tahoe South, July 16-21.
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Don Q's fishing report for the week of May 30
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 05/30/2013 - 5:30amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 30.
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Discounted tickets for American Century Championship available at Raley's
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 05/26/2013 - 11:54pmRaley's, Bel-Air and Nob Hill stores are offering discounted tickets to the 24th annual American Century Championship, the celebrity and sports star golf tournament at Lake Tahoe, July 16-21.
The tournament at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course at Lake Tahoe's south shore, features match-ups of sports legends and Hollywood stars such as Michael Jordan, Charles Barkley, Aaron Rodgers, Jerry Rice and Ray Romano. Newcomers this year will include former MLB superstars Chipper Jones and Pudge Rodriguez; Larry the Cable Guy and Bill Engvall.
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Don Q's weekly fishing report for week of May 22-28
Submitted by Don Quilici on Tue, 05/21/2013 - 10:19pmHere is the Memorial Day weekend fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of May 22-28. Pack plenty of sunscreen, fill your cooler full of cold beverages and enjoy the long holiday weekend.
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WNC Baseball: Wildcats Seek Western District Championship Repeat
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 9:35pmThere is no place like someone else’s home, at least for the Western Nevada College baseball team. Since March 23, the Wildcats have played 19 of 23 games on the road, compiling an 18-5 record.
That ability to focus and excel away from home will come in handy this weekend in Sterling, Colo., as the Wildcats pursue their second straight Western District Championship and a berth in the National Junior College Athletic Association World Series.
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WNC Softball: Wildcats Search for First Postseason Victory
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/07/2013 - 3:37pmThe Western Nevada College softball team heads to Twin Falls, Idaho on Wednesday for the Region 18 Tournament. The Wildcats will face the Coyotes of the College of Southern Nevada at 4 p.m. PST, Wednesday, for their first game in the double-elimination tournament.
“At this point of the season, it’s about how bad you want it,” said WNC coach Leah Wentworth. “We’re looking to survive and advance. Everybody has a clean slate, and we’re excited to see what the girls can do.”
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Spring Wildflower Walk Saturday at Washoe Lake State Park
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 05/03/2013 - 3:25pmJoin park rangers at Washoe Lake State Park for a leisurely spring wildflower walk. Discover some of the many beautiful wildflowers in bloom on this two mile, moderate walk starting at the main boat ramp. Phlox, Daisies, Butterweed, Lupine, Larkspur, Paintbrush and many more wildflowers will be highlighted on this walk.
WHAT: Spring Wildflower Walk
WHEN: Saturday, May 4 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
WHERE: Participants will meet at the main boat ramp.
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Don Q's fishing report for week of May 1-7
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 05/01/2013 - 8:04amHere is the fishing report for the week of May 1-7 for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra.
ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Water conditions are spring-perfect!
Due to the recent weather, most fish have been eating at night, pushing back the best time to go fishing on the lake. Most reports indicate that time is somewhere around 10:00AM.
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Jason Collins, first openly gay NBA player garners former NFL coach, Raider kicker support
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 04/30/2013 - 2:30pmA day after NBA basketball player Jason Collins came out as gay to Sports Illustrated, a former NFL coach and an Oakland Raider record-setting placekicker believe the NFL is ready to accept a gay football player.
"I don't think the NFL is going to have a problem," said Herm Edwards, former Kansas City Chiefs head coach, now an NFL analyst for ESPN. "Is there going to be a vote of confidence in the locker room? For some of the younger and immature players, but the veteran players — they get it."
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Carson City Sheriff's Office offers free gun safety locks
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/24/2013 - 11:03amThe Carson City Sheriff's Office has partnered with Project ChildSafe to offer free gun locks now through the foreseeable future.
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Don Q's fishing report for week of April 24-30
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 04/24/2013 - 8:21amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of April 24. Opening Day for most stream and lake fishing in California is Saturday.
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Annual spring wildflower walk May 4 at Washoe Lake State Park
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/24/2013 - 8:09amJoin park rangers at Washoe Lake State Park for a leisurely spring wildflower walk. Discover some of the many beautiful wildflowers in bloom on this two mile, moderate walk starting at the main boat ramp. Phlox, Daisies, Butterweed, Lupine, Larkspur, Paintbrush and many more wildflowers will be highlighted on this walk.
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Carlee Beck Gives Wildcats Shot in the Arm at North Idaho; Freshman Tosses Complete Games, Wins One
Submitted by editor on Mon, 04/22/2013 - 12:50pmPlaying three games in one day is nothing new to the Western Nevada College softball team, but pitching back-to-back complete games certainly is. Freshman pitcher Carlee Beck went the distance in the second and third games against North Idaho College Saturday in Coeur d’Alene.
She allowed just two runs per outing in helping the Wildcats win one of the three Scenic West Athletic Conference matchups with the Cardinals.
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Tear Down This Fence!
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Fri, 04/19/2013 - 1:54pmThe plan for making downtown more pedestrian, bike, and business friendly was presented and voted on at the Board of Supervisors meeting on the evening of April 18. It was a special session that made it more for convenient for the public to attend. The Mayor chose not to hold speakers to a time limit, giving everyone a chance to speak their mind. And that they did. The meeting began at 6:30 PM with an overview of the project from Public Works, followed by public commentary, and didn’t wrap up with the final vote until 10:30 PM.
Carson City sheriff's staff reaches out to Boys and Girls Club at Spring Safety Fair
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/11/2013 - 12:41pmEarly intervention matters. It's a theme that has empowered programs like DARE in Carson City schools and is a benchmark for programs run through the Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada.
On Wednesday, 400 children of all ages got to meet those adults in the field who maintain public safety. The Spring Safety Fair, a partnership through the Carson City Sheriff’s Office and Boys and Girls Clubs of Western Nevada, was a success on all levels.
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Don Q's fishing report for the week of March 27 to April 2
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 03/27/2013 - 7:52amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This fishing report For the week of March 27 through April 2.
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Carson City Search and Rescue hosts Geocache Adventure
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/26/2013 - 5:36amEvent Date:
April 27, 2013 - 9:00am
Carson City geocachers get ready. Saturday, April 27 is your day. The Geocache Adventure, a second-annual event hosted by the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue Unit, will provide a day's worth of searching for participants and $1,000 in prizes.
Registration begins at 9 a.m. with a 10 a.m. start time. The gathering will meet at Bully's Sports Bar and Grill, 3530 N Carson Street. Cost: Kids under 15: $12 Adults: $20 Team of 4 any age: $60
Entry fees:
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Carson High School Uniform Debate
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 03/22/2013 - 1:09pmWhy am I opposed to school uniforms at Carson High School? It’s a lengthy answer and so I’ll try to condense it. We live in a small town, with limited selection to stores. We have Wal-Mart, Target, JCPenny, and Kohl’s. We have access, in Reno, to those listed plus several more, but only a fraction of the stores that you would have in a big city. My daughter has been in the current SSA “uniforms” at the middle school for the last 2 years. Additionally I have a buying background in the fashion industry for 8 years, so I have that perspective to my argument as well.
Don Q's fishing report for week of March 20-26
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 03/20/2013 - 12:00amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of March 20-26.
ALMANOR LAKE, CALIF:
Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association (530-365-7500) (www.shastacascade.com) reports:
Weather will fluctuate from low 50’s to mid-60’s.
Still dry road conditions and low congestion on the water.
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Don Q's fishing report for week of March 13-19
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 03/13/2013 - 12:00amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of March 13-19.
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Sunset Rotary Club of Carson City collecting bras for women escaping the sex trade
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Mon, 03/11/2013 - 10:39amThe Sunset Rotary Club of Carson City has partnered with the Sunrise Rotary Club of Bishop, Calif., to send used and new camisoles, sports bras and bras to Free the Girls, a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving women a sustainable income once they have been saved from the sex trade and human trafficking industries in Africa and South America.
Don Q's weekly fishing report for March 6-13
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 8:52amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of March 6-13.
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Carson City man dies in motorcycle crash on Geiger Grade
Submitted by editor on Sun, 03/03/2013 - 12:50pmThe Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal motorcycle accident south of Reno Saturday afternoon that killed a 24-year-old Carson City man.
The accident happened around 2 p.m. on Geiger Grade. Troopers tell KTVN the man was on a sports bike driving down the road heading toward Reno from Virginia City and clipped a car while on a curve in a no-passing zone.
WNC baseball players encourage Carson City students to read their way to home runs
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sat, 03/02/2013 - 2:30pmCARSON CITY — Anytime a child picks up a book and reads it cover to cover, it is the equivalent to hitting a home run.
Emphasizing the importance of reading to more than 100 Seeliger Elementary fourth graders, WNC baseball players Donald Glover, Evan Parker and Carson Now sports editor and play-by-play announcer Chris Graham used the children's book "Home Run" to encourage youngsters to think of reading like playing baseball or softball. Finishing books from front to back should be celebrated because the rewards — learning something new — will last a lifetime.
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WNC Softball to Have Free Admission This Weekend
Submitted by Chris Graham on Mon, 02/25/2013 - 8:48pmFan Appreciation Days
Receive Free Admission to Wildcats’ Midweek Games
Western Nevada College softball fans will be treated to Fan Appreciation Days when the Wildcats entertain North Idaho College Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon at Edmonds Sports Complex in Carson City.
Fans will be admitted free to the Scenic West Athletic Conference doubleheaders that begin at 1:30 p.m. each day.
The Wildcats are fresh off taking three of four games from Colorado Northwestern last weekend.
Please share this with your family and friends!
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Obituary: Virginia May Waring
Submitted by admin on Sun, 02/24/2013 - 4:01amVirginia May Waring passed away peacefully in her home, in Carson City. She was born in Brooklyn, NY and attended school in Hempstead, Long Island. She was always a sports enthusiast and was voted ...
Special Olympics to Host South Lake Tahoe Polar Plunge
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 02/12/2013 - 6:28pmDonned in costumes, but without the protection of wet suits, Special Olympics athletes and their supporters will jump into icy waters on March 23 for the annual South Lake Tahoe Polar Plunge, a fundraiser for Special Olympics Northern Nevada and California.
Former Carson City manager Linda Ritter nominated for CCCVB interim director position
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/11/2013 - 6:36pmThe Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau on Monday nominated former Carson City manager Linda Ritter as interim executive director.
Board members meeting unanimously approved Ritter after she had expressed interest in the position. Ritter was nominated by Karen Abowd, board member of the CCCVB and a Carson City Supervisor. Ritter was not at the meeting and hasn't accepted the offer.
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Watch it Live: Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau board meeting
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/11/2013 - 9:28amThe board of the Carson City Convention and Visitors Bureau will meet today to discuss, among other things, hiring an interim executive director. The board began its search for the interim director after Candace Duncan retired in December.
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First-ever Lake Tahoe Nordic festival set for Feb. 8-10
Submitted by editor on Thu, 01/24/2013 - 3:52pmAlpenglow Sports has teamed up with Tahoe Cross Country to present the first-ever Lake Tahoe Nordic Festival Friday, February 8 through Sunday, February 10. All events are free, open to the public and take place at Tahoe Cross Country Ski Area in Tahoe City, California. A full schedule of events is available at www.tahoenordicfestival.com.
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Winter Olympic heritage celebration at Lake Tahoe begins Saturday
Submitted by editor on Fri, 01/11/2013 - 11:23amNorth Lake Tahoe pulls out all the stops to commemorate the 53rd anniversary of hosting the 1960 Winter Olympics with the Olympic Heritage Celebration beginning Saturday and lasting through Jan. 21 at venues throughout the region.
The event, which is sponsored by the North Lake Tahoe Chamber/CVB/Resort Association, kicks off Saturday, January 12 with the REI Winter Trails Day at Tahoe Donner Cross Country Resort in Truckee.
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Carson City Vietnam veterans make it personal
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 01/11/2013 - 10:45amMembers of the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 388 are ringing in the New Year by knocking on doors throughout Carson City. They are making personal visits to those who helped bring the Traveling Wall Memorial to Mills Park for “Battle Born Days” and the Nevada Day celebrations.
Legalized sports wagering elsewhere might not affect Nevada much
Submitted by editor on Sun, 01/06/2013 - 7:42amLawmakers from across the country are contemplating whether it’s worthwhile to move into a domain that’s been almost exclusively Nevada’s since 1949 — legalized sports wagering.
But a top Las Vegas race and sports book director says that even if other states cleared the numerous legal and legislative hurdles to offer betting on sports in their states, it probably wouldn’t have a big effect on Nevada.
Graham's Word: Chris Ault Steps Down At Nevada
Submitted by Chris Graham on Fri, 12/28/2012 - 7:10pmChris Ault, the Godfather of the “Pistol Offense” has decided to step down from his position as head coach of the Nevada football team. As I stated in my previous article, I believe that he is the best coach for this program but in the back of my mind I saw this change coming. With the way the program has gone the last couple of years after Colin Kaepernick left, and with his staff diminishing under him it was only a matter of time.
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Graham's Word: Ault Is The Best Coach For Nevada Football
Submitted by Chris Graham on Wed, 12/19/2012 - 1:19pmChris Ault has been a very successful coach for Nevada. Yet, every time Nevada Football has a ‘less-than-impressive’ finish to the season, some fans call for him to leave or be relieved of his position.
Let’s take a look at just exactly what Ault has done for the Nevada Football program:
He has been the Head Coach for 28 seasons. In those seasons he has compiled a 233-109-1 overall record. Ault has only had three losing seasons. Three. He has led Nevada to nine conference titles. Under his belt, Nevada has been to the postseason 17 times and that includes a current 8 year streak.
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Don Q's fishing report for the week of Dec. 19
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 12/19/2012 - 8:51amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Dec. 19.
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Gov. Sandoval appoints Lake Tahoe ski industry stalwart, Reno basketball team partner to Tourism Commision
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 12/18/2012 - 2:48pmNevada Gov. Brian Sandoval on Tuesday appointed John Wagnon of Vail Resorts and Herb Santos, Jr. to the Nevada Commission on Tourism. The terms are effective immediately.
Wagnon, a 40-year veteran of the snowsports industry, is senior director of brand marketing for Vail Resorts, Inc at Heavenly Mountain Resort south shore Lake Tahoe and Kirkwood Mountain Resort.
He has served on the on the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority, Ski Lake Tahoe and the California Travel Industry Association boards. Wagnon is also a trustee and past chairman of the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority Board.
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Graham's Word: Time Stands Still Today
Submitted by Chris Graham on Fri, 12/14/2012 - 12:16pmCertainly there are things in this world that are bigger than sports. Unfortunately, today in Newtown, Connecticut a shooting at an elementary school has happened. It is unthinkable and unimaginable. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of those affected by this horrific tragedy.
In today’s world we ask ourselves over and over again why, and more often than not, we never seem to find the answers.
I hope that we all come together at this time for the victims of this tragedy. Please hug and hold close your loved ones every chance you get. Today is a day of mourning and grieving.
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Don Q's Fishing Report for week of Dec. 12-18
Submitted by Don Quilici on Wed, 12/12/2012 - 11:46amBelow is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California, Lake Tahoe and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Dec. 12-18. We want to note a big fish caught by Eric St. Denis of South Lake Tahoe, Calif., pictured above.
Eric caught a 28-pound, 9-ounce Mackinaw trout at Lake Tahoe on Dec. 9, at 10:30 a.m. Photos courtesy of Gene St. Denis of Blue Ribbon Charters.
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Getting a Tune-Up
Submitted by BikeCarson.com on Tue, 12/11/2012 - 7:22pmRegular readers of BikeCarson.com may have noticed that there have been far fewer postings lately. I suppose an explanation is warranted, because I don’t want you to think that I have lost interest in cycling, as this is not the case. I haven’t been riding my bike though, and it’s awfully hard to write about something I’m not actively engaged in. After years of tuning-up my bike, it was time to tune-up my body.
North Lake Tahoe snow transformed into art at Carve Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 1:02pmEvent Date:
February 8, 2013 (All day)
Prestigious snow carvers from around the world will call North Lake Tahoe home February 8-12, 2013 for the region’s first-ever Carve Tahoe competition, with the judging take place February 13, 2013.
The weeklong international snow sculpture contest is specifically geared for spectators who will view firsthand 20-ton blocks of pure snow shaped and carved into breathtaking masterpieces. The competing teams are the best of the best – selected from the event’s top applicants and representing more than 20 countries.
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MontBleu at Lake Tahoe marches into New Year with SnowGlobe after-parties, headliners, comedy
Submitted by editor on Fri, 12/07/2012 - 12:48pmNew Year's weekend comes amplified at Lake Tahoe MontBleu Resort Casino and Spa with three jam-packed nights of SnowGlobe Music Festival after-parties featuring performances by several top-billed concert favorites including Chromeo, Flosstradamus and Mimosa.
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Don Q's weekly fishing report for week of Dec. 6-12
Submitted by Don Quilici on Thu, 12/06/2012 - 7:10amHere is this week's fishing report for rivers, lakes an streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Dec. 6.
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Graham's Word: Gold Dust West Bowling Center Is A Great Place For Everyone
Submitted by Chris Graham on Tue, 12/04/2012 - 9:52pmThe Gold Dust West Casino has a state of the art bowling center in Carson City that is the best place in town to take the family bowling for a day or night out.
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Chris J. Graham named Carson Now sports editor
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 11/30/2012 - 12:16pmAfter broadcasting live play-by-play Western Nevada College baseball games for six seasons, and recently taking on regular sports blog reporting and analysis for Carson Now, it would be only fitting to give Chris J. Graham the title of Sports Editor. And so as of today we are.
Graham, 26, will step up sports coverage for Carson Now with continued blogs, stories, interviews, analysis and plans in early 2013 for a one-hour weekly broadcast sports show.
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Don Q's fishing report for week of Nov. 29
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 11/29/2012 - 7:25amHere is the fishing report for rivers, lakes and streams in Nevada, Northern California and the Sierra. This report is for the week of Nov. 29.
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