Oklahoma Baseball Coach
President Congratulates World Series Champions Florida Marlins
I appreciate the fact that Josh Beckett -- a big, old Texan I mightadd -- (laughter) -- is involved with youth baseball. I hope thatyouth baseball reaches into places where a lot of kids may have losthope. There's nothing more hopeful than for a person to be able toplay on a team and realize their God-given talents on the athleticfield. It's essential that baseball brings us joy, to not onlysuburbia, but inner city America, as well. And Josh, I appreciate youunderstanding the vitality of youth baseball in America. ... [Read More]
OMH Pays Tribute to African American Firsts
1919--- Fritz Pollard was the first black professional football player. He was also the first black coach--he was a player-coach for the Akron Indians. He coached them to a world professional championship in 1920. ... 1962--- Jackie Robinson was the first black inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. John "Buck" O'Neil was the first black coach of a major league baseball team, the Chicago Cubs. ... 1884--- John R. Lynch was the first black to preside over a national political convention (Republican). Moses Fleetwood Walker was the first black in major league baseball, a catcher on the Toledo team of the American Association. ... [Read More]
Anabolic Steroid Control Act of 2004
''To help children make the right choices, they need good examples. Athletics play such an important role in our society, but, unfortunately, some in professional sports are not setting much of an example. The use of performance-enhancing drugs like steroids in baseball, football, and other sports is dangerous, and it sends the wrong message—that there are shortcuts to accomplishment, and that performance is more important than character. So tonight I call on team owners, union representatives, coaches, and players to take the lead, to send the right signal, to get tough, and to get rid of steroids now.'' ... [Read More]
Volunteerism-Chapter 3
Illinois law also provides limited protection for anuncompensated104 volunteer who renders services as a manager,coach, instructor, umpire or referee or who assists a manager,coach, instructor, umpire or referee in a sports program of anonprofit association. The law provides in pertinent part thatno such person: ... Finally, Louisiana grants immunity from suit for anyvolunteer athletic coach, manager, athletic trainer, teamvolunteer health care provider, or sports team official for anyloss or damage caused by an act or omission to act directlyrelated to the person's responsibilities while activelyconducting, directing, or participating in the sportingactivities or in the practice thereof, unless the loss or damagewas caused by the gross negligence of the coach, manager,athletic trainer, team volunteer health care provider, or sportsteam official.131 This protection does not apply to anyvolunteer who has not participated in a safety orientation andtraining skills program, unless the requirement is waived by theapplicable league or team upon submission of appropriatedocumented evidence of the person's proficiency in first aid andsafety. ... [Read More]
Oklahoma State Senate - Senators
He was appointed embassador to Japan by Governor Nigh in 1986. His passion for baseball is kept alive by being a member of the Major League Baseball Association and through trips to Japan where he plays celebrity games and golf tournaments. He has also been employeed to commentate baseball games for Minichi Broadcasting Systems in Japan. He worked as a scout for the Tokyo Giants from 1998 to 2003. ... Senator Bass is an active member of his community where he is a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. He is an associate member of Lawton Ambucs. He has coached girls softball, and worked as the Lawton High School girls golf team coach from 2000 to 2003. ... [Read More]
City of Oklahoma City | Youth Athletics
Parents are encouraged to become a part of their children’s team by coaching. Before each season, a comprehensive league meeting for all coaches to discuss rules, regulations and procedures is scheduled. ... The clinic will cover practices, coaches’ conduct, rules and fundamental techniques. At this meeting coaches will turn in team fees and receive game jerseys and schedules. All parents are required to sign a code of conduct agreement prior to attending games. ... [Read More]
BOARD MEMBERS OF THE ARKANSAS APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD
5426 Euper Lane, Fort Smith, AR 72903. (479) 452-7111; (479) 452-2672 fax. Term expires 1/15/2006; eligible for reappointment. Certified general appraiser in Arkansas and Oklahoma. The Rausch Co. primarily does residential appraisals in Sebastian/Crawford counties in Arkansas and selected east Oklahoma communities. Graduated 1979 from University of Arkansas. Has real estate brokers license. Married with 2 children, Rausch is a football and baseball youth coach, Boy Scout leader and Sunday School teacher. ... [Read More]
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