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PublisherJoe Orr
EditorCurt Blakeney
Art Direction & DesignDara Fowler
Senior & Lifestyle EditorLynette Carrington
Associate EditorI.R. Hunthausen
Copy EditorsTodd Andrew BurtonChristina Fuoco-KarasinskiLaura HollowayJennifer ReisingerScott Verbout
Director of Sales & MarketingDave Blouch
Photo EditorGene Lower
Advertising DesignJoe Becker, Kristin Moore
WebsiteDavid Carrington
Contributing PhotographersDallas CaldwellMichael FadykTommy KowalskiKristin MooreBill Nash
Contributing WritersTony CapobiancoMichelle Talsma EversonLaura HollowayByron KlineDr. Penny KrichCharles HudsonJeff LockeDr. Neal SchultzRyan Woodcock
AZ Sports & Lifestyle Magazine4537 E. Thistle Landing • Phoenix, AZ 85044480.233.0409 • www.azsal.comTo subscribe or advertise call 480-233-0409 or email [email protected]
Copyright 2013 — AZ Sports & Lifestyle MagazineAll rights reserved. Reproduction, in whole or in part, without permission is prohibited.
Hello Arizona Sports & Lifestyle Magazine readers! Welcome to another issue.
Coming off our January/February issue with the Waste Management Phoenix Open as our
cover story, the AZSAL team is very proud to bring you another fantastic issue with Jeff
Bridges as this issue’s cover story. The Dude, His Dudeness, Dude-Ur, El-Dude-a-Rino!
Whatever you shall call him, in whatever role you may most remember him, Jeff Bridges has
been an A-list actor for decades, with an Oscar and many other awards adorning his mantle.
AZSAL is proud to give readers a first-hand look at him and his guitar. One of my most
memorable movie roles Bridges played was as Jack Prescott in "King Kong." I was all of 8 years
old and watching him tame that beast was fascinating!
As publisher of AZSAL, I'd like to personally give a special high five to AZSAL's fan-tab-ulous
Lifestyle Editor, Lynette Carrington, for her stellar work on this cover story! She's one of our
most polished writers and always knows how to get things done.
The beginning of 2013 has been a great couple of months for AZSAL and its fans. We've
launched a new website and TV show with great response from all of you. Please log on and
watch our pilot episode at www.AZSAL.com. We'd love to hear from those of you who
haven't seen the website or show yet.
As always, in classic AZSAL fashion, we're bringing you great stuff ranging from cool gear,
great eats, awesome events, sports, comedy, wheels and much, much more. Now, pardon
me while I head off to go bowling with my buddies and enjoy a White Russian … and I’m
taking the rug with me.
We hope you enjoy this issue!
Now keep reading …
Joe Orr, [email protected]
Arizona Sports & Lifestyle Magazine is printed on20% recycled (10% post-consumerwaste) paper. All inks used contain a percentage of soy base.Our printer meets or exceeds all ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) standards.
PRINTED IN THE USA
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Gear Guide
EventsArizona BBQ Festival in ScottsdaleCountry Thunder
Good EatsTutti Santi Italian Restaurant
Golf Course ReviewSunRidge Canyon Golf Club in Scottsdale
TheaterArizona Theatre Company
TravelEnchantment Resort in Sedona
Winter Gear GuideBest of Winter 2013
Rising StarValley figure skater Dyllan McIntee
Fit & TrimCommon sports-related injuriesFitness Gear Guide
Wheels2013 Hyundai Genesis
AZSAL Was There
Self & BodySimple Steps to Glowing Skin
Good HealthSedation dentistry
On the cover:Actor Jeff Bridges and his band The Abiders come to Mesa Arts Center, April 18th
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The Dude!Jeff Bridges & The Abiders bring the cool to theValley of the Sun
Felix RisingIt’s a shining senior season for Carrick Felix ashe dominates for the Arizona State Sun Devils'basketball team
Tasty Times!Celebu-foodie Adam Richman takes a bite out of life
The Diamondbacks Wear PradoNew D-Backs third baseman Martin Prado —the team's biggest acquisition in the offseason — is focused on getting Arizonaback to the playoffs
The Sinister CosbyWith mayhem on his side, comedianChristopher Titus proves laughter conquers all
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RECIPES OF THE MONTH
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MINT JULEP
Ingredients:
• 15 oz. Bulleit Bourbon
• 30 mint leaves
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
Preparation:
Wash mint leaves, pat dry
and put in a small mixing
bowl. Cover with 3 ounces of
Bulleit Bourbon and let soak
for 15 minutes. Remove mint,
place in a clean cotton cloth
and wring over bowl, bruising
the leaves. Dip back into
bourbon and wring again.
Repeat several times to create
mint extract. Set extract
aside for 1 hour. You can also
put the leaves back in the extract for a more concentrated mint flavor.
Combine mint extract (leaves included, if preferred) with simple syrup
(1 cup sugar and 1 cup water) in a covered glass container or jar and
refrigerate overnight. Fill julep cups (10-12 oz, preferably silver, but
glass will do) with crushed ice or shaved ice and insert a fresh mint
sprig. Add 1 oz of Bulleit Bourbon to each cup. Add marinated julep
mixture to taste. Makes 12 servings.
— Recipe courtesy of Bulleit Bourbon (www.bulleitbourbon.com) and AllianceBeverage Company (www.alliance-beverage.com)
3 PEPPER COLBY JACK CHEESE DIP
Ingredients:
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 4 oz cream cheese
• 8 chopped scallions
• 8 slices Boar's Head Fully Cooked Bacon
• 1 cup shredded Boar's Head 3 Pepper Colby Jack
Cheese
• 1 cup shredded Boar's Head Chipotle Gouda Cheese
Preparation:
Pre-heat oven to 350° F. Finely dice the cooked bacon.
In large bowl, mix together the Colby Jack, Gouda,
mayonnaise, softened cream cheese and scallions
(about ½ cup). Place in an oven safe baking dish and
cook for 15-20 minutes, until warmed through and
cheese is melted. Stir before serving and garnish with
crispy chopped bacon.
— Recipe courtesy of Boar's Head (www.boarshead.com)
BONITARITA
Ingredients:
• 1.5 oz Bonita Platinum Tequila
• 0.5 oz Agave nectar
• 1.5 oz fresh lime juice
• Sea salt
Preparation:
Add tequila, lime, agave nectar and ice
to your favorite cocktail shaker. Salt the
rim of the martini glass with sea salt,
and garnish with a curl of lime peel.
Then shake and serve on the rocks.
— Recipe courtesy of Bonita Tequila(www.bonitaspirits.com)
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FIVE VITAMINS THAT BUILD MUSCLE AND HELP TONE
FAVORITE LUNCH STOP:HABIT BURGER
THIS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CHAIN, with
four Valley locations (and a fifth opening in
May) features made-to-order, flame-broiled
“Charburgers." The menu is pretty simple:
order the Charburger as a single, double,
Teriyaki, mushroom or BBQ Bacon variation,
and the 85-15 percent ground chuck burgers
come with mayo, lettuce and tomato on a
toasted bun. The fries, sweet potato fries
and onion rings are fresh, hot and crisp.
Habit has an outstanding price point: a
Charburger, fries and a drink cost roughly
$5.95, and it’s perhaps the best burger
value in the Valley. Want to mix it up? Try
the outstanding Chicken Club Sandwich on a
French roll, the Tri Tip Steak Sandwich on
sourdough bread or a mixed salad. Sweet
tooth? The shakes and malts are delicious.
Locations: 960 N. 54th St., Chandler, (480)
705-0306; 1817 E. Guadalupe Road, Tempe,
(480) 456-8912; 745 E. Glendale Ave,
Phoenix, (602) 265-1815; and 530 W.
McDowell Rd., Phoenix, (602) 254-2931.
www.habitburger.com
1. Vitamin D plays a very important role in immune and muscle function. Studies have
shown that proper vitamin D levels in the body are associated with muscle strength
and performance and that vitamin D is essential for overall immune system function.
Suggestion: 4,000 to 6,000 IU supplemental vitamin D every day.
2. Fish Oil, or the omega-3 fats in fish oil, may decrease muscle protein breakdown. This
may be through improvements in insulin sensitivity, and insulin resistance is associated
with muscle breakdown. Fish oil is most commonly obtained through supplements
and food, such as, not surprisingly, fish.
3. Vitamin C is important for our muscles, and we need it to function properly. Vitamin C
is required for collagen and elastin synthesis, and it is also an important supplement to
take daily because it’s responsible for the health of the blood vessels, which support the
muscles’ needs for oxygen and nutrients. Good sources of vitamin C include broccoli,
tomatoes, strawberries, and grapefruit.
4. Vitamin E is an important antioxidant that helps cell membrane recover from oxidative
stress. Cell membrane reliability is essential for cellular function and growth. To add vita-
min E into your diet, try almonds, spinach, carrots, and avocados. Many different oils are
also good sources of vitamin E, such as olive oil, corn oil, canola oil, and sunflower oil.
5. An array of B vitamins is essential to muscle strength and tone. B1 (thiamin) is impor-
tant for protein metabolism and the formation of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen
to cells, including muscle cells. B1 nutrients can be found in cereal, bread, meat, rice,
and nuts. B2 (riboflavin) is involved in energy metabolism, glucose metabolism, and the
oxidation of fatty acids, with some effects on protein metabolism. B2 nutrients can be
found in cheese, eggs, milk, and peas. B3 (niacin) is essential for energy production, and
can be found in milk, eggs, fish, legumes, and potatoes. B6 (pyridoxine) is important for
protein metabolism, growth, and carbohydrate utilization and can be found in
soybeans, butter, brown rice, and fish. B12 (cyanocobalamin) is important for the main-
tenance of nerve tissue and is essential for the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates,
energy metabolism, and cell regeneration. B12 nutrients can be found in milk, poultry,
eggs, meat, and liver. And B7 (biotin) is important for amino acid metabolism, and
amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Good sources of B7 include mushrooms,
egg yolk, beef liver, and brewer’s yeast.Source: Dr. John Cuomo, USANA Health Sciences
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DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS TREASURE TROVE
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FIVE REALISTIC TIPS TO SHED WINTER POUNDS
ON AVERAGE, PEOPLE PUT ON TWO TO FIVE POUNDS OVER THE HOLIDAYS, and
while most folks usually set a New Year's Resolution to shed 5-10 pounds, it rarely
turns out that way. By March, their bad habits return.
The makers of Twinlab Diet Fuel offer five simple ideas to re-start those
New Year's Resolutions and get back on track. Follow these steps to get a new and
improved body for spring.
1 • Journal What You Eat – Committing to writing down everything you eat, from
one Hershey’s Kiss to a spoonful of cornbread stuffing, will help you become more
conscious of what you put in your mouth and inevitably cause you to eat less.
2 • Never Arrive Hungry – You haven’t eaten a thing because you were saving
your appetite for the main event, but now you’ve circled the appetizers twice and
can’t help but stuff your face. Hate to say it, but cocktail franks, mini quiches and
chips quickly destroy your weight management plans. One way to conquer calorie-
laden treats is to have a healthy breakfast or nutritious snack before the family
dinner or party so you don’t attack the food. (Extra hint! Drink tons of water — it
will fill you up and help you with portion control.)
3 • Take a Dietary Supplement – With many fat-burning supplements, you can
boost your energy levels and metabolism, allowing you to shop, socialize and feel
great, plus fit into that spring dress. Look for supplements with chromium, which
helps support carbohydrate metabolism.
4 • Don’t Overdo the Spirits – Favorite happy hour drinks like martinis and
margaritas can range from 200 to 1,000 calories a glass. Instead enjoy a glass of red
wine or vodka and club soda, which are only 60 to 100 calories a pop. Light Beer is a
good option too! Drinking not only adds calories but it also lowers your inhibitions,
making you more likely to overeat. Always drink responsibly, whatever you choose.
5 • Increase Your Exercise A Tiny Bit Every Day – Hit the proverbial "wall." An
extra 10 minutes on the treadmill or 15 minutes spinning will add up. Also, take
advantage of exercising here and there throughout the day. Shopping at the mall?
Park further away and walk at a brisk pace from store to store. Washing the
dishes? Fit in some squats. Cleaning the house? Dance like no one’s watching.
Remember if you eat more, exercise more to balance things out.
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AUDIENCES WILL DISCOVER ENDLESS RICHES when an extraor-
dinary lineup of stories from the Disney vault comes to life in
Phoenix as Disney On Ice presents "Treasure Trove," an incred-
ible animation celebration. Performing at US Airways from
April 11 to 14, Disney On Ice sets the gold standard with its
newest skating spectacular, spanning tales from the first full-
length animated film to the 50th Disney film.
Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald and Goofy embark
on a fun-filled treasure hunt for some of the most popular
Disney films of all time. Families will be entertained by
Rapunzel and Flynn from "Tangled," Disney's 50th animated
feature, as well as classic Disney princesses Tiana, Cinderella,
Jasmine, Ariel, Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Mulan and Snow White.
Youngsters of all ages will enjoy setting sail with Peter Pan,
Tinker Bell and the cantankerous Captain Hook on an adven-
ture beyond Never Land. The audience will trek the wilds of
Africa with Simba, Nala, Pumbaa and Timon as they discover
the true meaning of the "Circle of Life." And no one wants to
be late to a very important date with Alice and the Mad
Hatter as they march with the Queen of Hearts’ Army of
Cards. Disney On Ice's "Treasure Trove" highlights eight Disney
movies and more than 50 Disney characters.
Ticket prices range from $18, $24, $40 (VIP) and $58
(front row) and can be purchased through the US
Airways Center Box Office, online at Ticketmaster.com
or by phone at 800-745-3000. www.disneyonice.com.
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EDITOR’S PICKS
DVDSEAL Team Six: The Raid on Osama Bin Ladenrecounts the gripping story of an extraordinarygroup of U.S. Navy SEALs who undertake the historic manhunt for the notorious terrorist.Despite inconclusive evidence about bin Laden'swhereabouts, and ignoring the possible ramifica-tions of an unannounced attack on Pakistanisoil, the Pentagon orders the attack. SEAL TeamSix bands together to complete their mission ina riveting showdown. $14.99
SOFTWAREDragon Naturally Speaking 12 Premium speechrecognition software ignites new levels of personal productivity and convenience byenabling you to interact with your PC by voice.Dictate or modify documents, spreadsheets andpresentations, manage e-mail, search the web,post to Facebook and Twitter, and more. Saywords and watch them appear on your computerscreen — three times faster than typing — withup to 99% recognition accuracy right out of thebox. $179; www.nuance.com
HEALTH BOOKFitness goes far beyond how long it takes towalk or run a mile. When you’re stressed out,emotionally drained, overworked or over-weight, you can’t get much of anythingaccomplished. When you’re spiritually unfit,life is a greater challenge. Mark Allen and BrantSecunda have integrated their wisdom intoone book, Fit Soul, Fit Body: 9 Keys to aHealthier, Happier You, providing practicaltools you can adapt to your lifestyle to achieveresults you never thought possible. $14.95;www.fitsoul-fitbody.com
SPORTS BOOKThe Greatest Three-Way Rivalries in SportsHistory by James Simpson II offers a fresh takeon competition in a book that debates playermatch-ups in terms of threes. Simpson, a die-hard sports fanatic and historian of all sports,offers his top ten-list of the greatest three-way rivalries ever, backing up his opinion withstatistics, stories, and details that are sure toengage and perhaps enrage readers. $24.99; www.insaneaboutsports.com
BALLET ARIZONA’S 2013 SPRING SCHEDULE
Tickets to Ballet Arizona's shows are on sale by calling(602) 381-0184 or at www.balletaz.org.
ALL BALANCHINE: MAY 2 - MAY 5, 2013
At Symphony Hall with The Symphony Hall
www.balletaz.org/performance/all-balanchine/
Leading off this George Balanchine program that celebrates the choreog-
rapher’s contributions to ballet in the 20th century is "Serenade," the first
and most popular original ballet Balanchine created in America. The electric
and intricate Monumentum pro Gesualdo and Movements for Piano and
Orchestra exhibit the dynamic talents of the Ballet Arizona dancers. The
finale on this program is one of Balanchine’s most popular ballets, "The
Four Temperaments."
Tickets: $26 and up
TOPIA: MAY 14 – JUNE 1, 2013
At Desert Botanical Garden
www.balletaz.org/performance/topia/
Performed on a custom-crafted, 80-foot-wide panoramic stage with the
Desert Botanical Garden serving as the ultimate stage backdrop to create
a unique and beautiful view. In 2012 Ballet Arizona performed Topia to
sold-out crowds at the Garden, whose only disappointment each night was
that the performance had to end. Don’t miss this outdoor ballet created
specifically for the Garden and inspired by the natural beauty of the
Sonora Desert landscape.
Reserved Tables of Four: $55 (per seat)
General Seating: $40 (per seat)
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AZSAL'S ROUND-UP OF THE BEST NEW GADGETS FOR YOUR MOBILE NEEDS:
1 • Cable Keeps secure your USB docking cable to 5W and 10W Apple power adaptors so that
the cable and charger stay together. The design keeps your cables tangle free when
stored in a bag or pocket and can become compact when plugged into the
wall. It also serves as a charging pedestal for iPhones and iPods.
$16; www.nicebydesign.com
2 • iWalk's Extreme 2800, a rechargeable universal backup battery,
iscompatible with all USB based smartphones and devices. It is wear proof
and comfortable to touch. The built-in smart circuitry protection design
keeps your devices from overcharge, overheat and short circuits, and as an
optimal time-saver you can charge multiple devices at the same time. $59.99;
www.iwalkusa.com
3 • Jabra's SPORT Bluetooth Stereo Headset provides wireless freedom and allows
you to listen to music or take phone calls. With a secure and comfortable fit, you can enjoy your music
without worrying about possible damage because of its military-grade rain, shock and dust protection. $99.99; www.jabra.com
4 • Ibattz Battstation Tough Pro is designed to enable you to stay connected anywhere, without worries of
damaging the power bank due to accidental drops or splashes of water. The dual USB output allows for the
simultaneous charging of two devices and it comes with a carabiner for easy attachment to backpacks for
outdoor activities. $29.90; www.ibattz.com
5 • Seidio's Obex Waterproof Case is certified to protect from dust, and during complete, continuous
submersion in water 2 meters deep, as well as against extreme environmental conditions. Built with a spring-
clip holster with optional locking mechanism paired with the material, structure and design of the OBEX case
ensure the highest level of protection possible. $79.95; www.seidioonline.com
6 • The HTC One S is T-Mobile's thinnest 4G smart phone ever, but packed with powerful features. An 8-megapixel camera takes sharp photos
and video that can be shared instantly. Hear music the way it’s meant to be heard with built-in Beats Audio technology. Features a 4.3” qHD Super AMOLED touch
screen and Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich). $149.99 with T-Mobile activation; www.htc.com
7 • Ballistic's Every 1 Case comes with four layers of drop protection. Air Gap Suspension Springs surrounds your phone with 1mm of air so your phone never
lies against a hard surface. High-strength latches also act as extra cushioning for the corners of your device. $49.99; www.goballisticcase.com
SMART PHONE ESSENTIALS
ARIZONA GIVES DAY
THIS MARCH, EVERY SINGLE RESIDENT IN ARIZONA (THIS MEANS YOU!) IS
BEING ASKED TO DO ONE SIMPLE THING: GIVE.
Beginning at midnight on March 20 and continuing until 11:59 p.m.,
Arizonans can go online at www.AZGives.org to give where they live and
support a local nonprofit in their community or pledge their financial
support to one of the hundreds of nonprofits across the state. A day
dedicated to communities that care, Arizona Gives Day, presented by First
Bank, will focus on giving back to the organizations whose invaluable
efforts have helped empower communities and provide services,
products and more to those in need.
“For as little as $10, nonprofits in Arizona can and do make a difference,”
said Patrick McWhortor, president and CEO of the Alliance of Arizona
Nonprofits. “Together, we hope to raise more than $2 million on this single day.”
Giving is as easy is 1-2-3!
1. On March 20, visit www.AZGives.org.
2. Click on “Donate.”
3. Choose your nonprofit of choice
and give away!
Whether you give a little or give a lot, every
donation will help the more than 20,000 deserving
organizations statewide.
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gear guide
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Slingbox 350The Slingbox 350 streams video from your TV, satellite receiver or DVR to
your PC, tablet or smartphone with resolutions up to 1080p HD. Take
complete control of your TV with the easy-to-use on-screen remote control
and program guide, allowing you to change channels, schedule recordings
on your DVR, fast forward, rewind, pause and play. $179; www.slingbox.com
TomTom GO 2535 World Traveler EditionThe GO 2535 WTE is perfect for anyone who wants to travel outside of the US, Canada and
Mexico … to Europe. The large
5″ fluid touchscreen makes it
easier and safer to get around.
You can zoom in and out of
maps, or scroll through menus
with a simple touch. Includes
TomTom Maps with IQ Routes
and Map Share technology.
$299.99; www.tomtom.com
Smith Serpico Slim SunglassesThese pilot-shaped sunglasses give excellent coverage as well as a bold look.
The slim metal frame fits a petite face while the 9x3 toric lenses provide the
protection you need. $119; www.smithoptics.com
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Bissell Lift-Off Deluxe Pet Deep CleanerPowerful full-size deep cleaner provides professional results and includes the Pet Stain
Eraser Tool for cleaning tough pet messes and set-in stains. The portable spot cleaner
detaches to clean hard-to-reach places. The built-in water heater maximizes cleaning power,
and its extra-large water tank require fewer trips to the sink. $279; www.bissell.com
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Kuvings NS-950 JuicerThe low-speed masticating technology minimizes oxidation and preserves healthy
nutrients. It quietly operates at 80 rpm with minimal noise levels at 40-50 dB. After use,
it has a patented cleaning tool for easy cleanup with a stress-free 10-year warranty.
$399; www.kuvingsus.com
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Parker Ingenuity Daring Slim PenAdd a touch of elegance to your office with this classic pen,
featuring Parker's 5th Technology, which combines the best features
of a fountain pen, ballpoint pen and rollerball. Offering the look
and style of a fountain pen without the hassle, it adjusts to your
writing style after just a few words, providing you with a natural,
smooth gliding point. $172; www.parkerpen.com
Acer Aspire V5 Notebook One of the most affordable Windows 8 laptops on the
market, the Acer Aspire provides you with the technology
of Windows 8 without emptying his wallet. It comes with a
15.6-inch display, a full keyboard and a multi-touch trackpad
that allows you to easily swipe the new Windows 8 interface.
To complete the package, it includes a DVD burner, dual-band
Wi-Fi, USB 3.0 and HDMI. $499; www.us.acer.com
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Kohler Moxie ShowerheadUltra-cool showerhead and speaker in one delivers up to
seven hours of music, news and more by connecting
wirelessly with your device enabled with Bluetooth
technology. The silicone sprayface features 60 angled
nozzles that can easily be cleaned of mineral buildup.
You can also sync your device with the wireless speaker
up to 32 feet away, and play your playlist, podcast or
live broadcast in the shower. $149; www.us.kohler.com
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Bosch 12-Volt Max Pocket DriverMighty-might 2-speed Pocket Driver (PS21-2A) has 265 in-lbs. of max
torque, making it more powerful than comparable products. It has a
compact design, with the shortest head length and height in its class,
making it easily portable without sacrificing power. The LED light allows
for use in low light conditions, so it can be used anytime, anywhere.
$119; www.boschtools.com
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Eagle Creek Load Warrior 22A lightweight carry-on for the active user, this bag
features expandability so you can pack 15% more when
you need it. Exterior and interior straps compress and
stabilize your load, and a laundry chute keeps your dirty
and clean separate. $230; www.eaglecreek.com
Wolverine Terrain II Waterproof Hiker This outdoor performance shoe from Wolverine
has action frame stabilizers with wave mesh lining
and a waterproof membrane. The OrthoLite
footbed with performance arch support creates a
comfortable, structured fit for the adventurous
wilderness explorer. $149; www.wolverine.com
Beats Pill by Dr. DreLightweight and compact, the Pill provides
booming bass and high-quality sound every-
where you go. You can change tracks from your
phone, laptop, or any other Bluetooth-enabled
device from up to 30 feet away. The Pill’s built-in
microphone allows you to take incoming calls with
amazing clarity. $199; www.beatsbydre.com
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Excalibur 5-Tray Dehydrator w/TimerEasy-to-use dehydrator comes with a 26-
hour timer and automatically turns off
once the set time is complete. With an
adjustable thermostat from 95 to 155
degrees, the temperature range is low
enough to preserve active enzymes in
fruits and vegetables, and also high enough
to meet safety standards for dehydrating
meat for jerky.
$249; www.excaliburdehydrator.com
Samsonite Gravtec 24” SpinnerThis sleek, innovative spinner is constructed of tough polycarbonate
shells. It combines durability and easy maneuverability with its dual
spinner wheels. The two full zip divider
panels minimize content shifting in transit,
and the mounted TSA locks ensure the
safety of the contents when checking
your luggage. $179; www.samsonite.com
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Mr. Coffee 10-Cup Thermal Optimal BrewThis innovative coffee maker brews hotter, faster and better. It's engineered with
advanced technology that heats water up to 205°F, coffee’s optimal brewing
temperature. Coffee brews 26 percent faster than competitive units and stays
hotter for hours with a vacuum-insulated carafe. A flavorful, fresh-tasting cup is
poured every time. $79; www.mrcoffee.com
Pfister Typhoon Handheld ShowerGood-looking handheld showerhead provides an
invigorating and therapeutic spray and installs easily,
in under five minutes. It has three customizable spray
settings, a 60-inch metal hose and a lifetime warranty.
$147; www.pfisterfaucets.com
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THE 4TH ANNUAL ARIZONA BBQ FESTIVAL
makes its way to Salt River Fields on Saturday,
April 20, with more than 25 top barbecue
purveyors, and now adds a new twist to the
event: the Redneck Games Arena.
This year, fans have the chance to enter
the Redneck Games Arena — an ultimate
showdown site designed specifically for
hilarious competitions — where guests
put their hick talents to the test in an
assortment of, yes, redneck-inspired
games. Yee-haw!
“Although some of the most popular
barbecue teams from years’ past will still be
on hand to sell their award-winning ‘que, we
wanted the event to be more lighthearted
this year,” says event co-founder David
Tyda. "And what’s more lighthearted than
mullets and beer pong?”
The 4th Annual Arizona BBQ Festival
will be heaven on Earth for fans of smoked
meat, with everything from $2 sample-
cups to full racks of ribs and BBQ plates.
This is the scrumptious food that crowds
can find only at the Arizona BBQ Fest.
Salt River Fields became the home of
the Arizona BBQ Festival last year, drawing
some 18,000 people. With delicious barbe-
cue and an assortment of imaginative
games and competitions this year, event
organizers decided to up the antics and
make it a good ‘ole honky-tonk at SRF.
In the Redneck Games Arena, fans can
expect the following:
• Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest
• Dead Lawn Mower Races
• Beer Pong Tournament
• Arm Wrestling
• Hub Cap Hurling Challenge
• Bobbing for Pigs Feet
• Pie Eating Contest
• Horseshoe Tournament (with toilet seats)
• Redneckiest Tattoo Contest
• Rock Out With Your Dentures Out Eating
Challenge
• Mullet Beauty Pageant
• Daisy Dukes & Cowboy Boots Pageant
• Best ‘Stache Contest
Outside the arena, a multitude of
bands will jam on the Main Stage; and the
Flavored Vodka Tasting Tent will serve up
trending samples of the hottest flavored
vodkas on the market. Also expect cooking
demonstrations, bartender challenges, kid’s
zone and much more.
Tickets are $12 for general admission,
kids 12 and under are free, the VIP tent is
$60, and parking is free. For more informa-
tion, visit www.azbbqfestival.com.
Red Neckin' Good Time
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With delicious barbecue
and an assortment of
imaginative games and
competitions this year,
event organizers decided
to up the antics and
make it a good ‘ole
honky-tonk at SRF.
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CELEBRATING ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY,
Country Thunder, a must-attend country
music festival, welcomes fans from across
the West coast and beyond. Happening April
11-14 in Florence, Ariz., Country Thunder can
be considered one of the genre’s biggest
music events of the year and features
headlining artists in a festive atmosphere.
Whether you’re going for a single day or stay-
ing for all four, you won’t be disappointed.
Even though the event is near, there
still are a variety of ticket options available.
According to event reps, a limited number
of single-day passes are available. As of March
1, single-day tickets are $45 (plus taxes and
fees) on Thursday, April 11, and $80 (plus
taxes and fees) Friday through Sunday, April
12-14. If you wait to buy tickets at the gate,
those prices jump by $10 each ticket.
For those who plan to stay the entire
duration of the festival, as of March 1, 4-day
passes are $180 (plus tickets and fees). If
you wait to buy those passes at the gate,
the price is then $210 for a 4-day pass.
According to the Country Thunder website,
all campsites and VIP options are currently
sold out — but be sure to double check the
website at www.countrythunder.com or call
866-802-6418 for updates.
One of Country Thunder’s exciting
acts, Morgan Frazier — singer of the hit
song “Yellow Brick Road” — is scheduled to
perform from 2:30-3:30 p.m. on Saturday,
April 13. She was recently named one of
Country Weekly’s “Artists to Watch in 2013.”
The magazine noted: “At 19 years old,
Morgan Frazier looks like the perfect
combination of sugar and spice, and the
best part of it is, she sounds like it too. And
she should. She has been developing her
talent since she started performing at the
age of 5. She made her first album at 9,
picked up the guitar and started writing at
10 and won her first Nashville songwriting
competition at 12, beating out much older,
more experienced writers. That caught the
attention of all the right people and Morgan
found herself in the writers’ room with
Nashville’s best, including Dean Dillon
(George Strait’s “The Chair”) and Paul
Overstreet (Randy Travis’ “Forever and Ever,
Amen”). She’s now out promoting her first
single, a humorous look at finding the
perfect guy, ‘Yellow Brick Road.’”
Other artists performing at Country
Thunder include Tracy Lawrence, Diamond
Rio, Toby Keith, Lady Antebellum and many
more. Visit www.countrythunder.com to
see the performance schedule and learn
more details.
It’s Time for Country Thunder!
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The highly anticipated music event comes to Florence April 11-14By Michelle Talsma Everson
... one of the genre’s
biggest music events of
the year and features
headlining artists in a
festive atmosphere.
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WHEN YOU THINK OF GREAT ITALIAN
FOOD, there could be any number of
Valley establishments that come to mind.
But when you are seeking the best food,
an authentic Italian ambiance and an
upscale establishment with the finest in
personalized service, Tutti Santi by Nina
should always be the first choice.
There are several Valley locations of
Tutti Santi: Scottsdale/Kierland, Scottsdale/
Via Linda, Glendale, Gilbert and Phoenix.
The Arizona Sports & Lifestyle Magazine
crew visited the Phoenix location on 16th
Street between Glendale and Northern
avenues. The owner of the Phoenix and
Via Linda locations is Roberto Mattsson,
who also co-owns the Gilbert location.
Right away, the ambiance of Tutti
Santi told us we were in for an exceptional
treat. The intimate bar gives way to two
separate, smaller-sized dining areas
framed with large windows and dramatic,
merlot-colored velvet drapes on the
street side. There is ample patio seating,
which is also remarkably quiet.
We kicked off our Italian experience
when waiter Trace Wright (a.k.a. “The
Handsome One”) came by to introduce the
menu. He went above and beyond to meet
and get to know each of us. Our group
started our tour of appetizers with the
escargot. This escargot was exceptional;
perfectly soft and with just the right
amount of garlic butter sauce, then
topped with baby spinach. If you’ve never
tried escargot before, this would be the
perfect spot to give it a try.
“You can’t leave here without trying
the gnocchi and the ravioli,” said Trace of
their most popular appetizers. So we dove in
and tried the homemade ravioli, which were
tender, and the large ravioli pillows were
stuffed with a delectable combination of
ricotta cheese and spinach. Our third appe-
tizer was gnocchi alla nina, one of the best
gnocchi dishes we’ve had anyplace. The fact
that the pasta is homemade by Roberto
Mattsson’s mother is remarkable, and the
difference is delicious.
Dinner was remarkable, too, and our
group was able to share the entrees. (Of
note, entrees are big enough to share.)
First up was the veal parmigiana, which
was tender, with just a light breading and
a sauce that was neither too tangy nor
too overbearing to overshadow the veal.
Served with spaghetti al pomodoro, it was
a quintessential Italian dish made to
perfection. Next up was a chicken Marsala
and a chicken parmigiana. Again, we found
each dish a perfect example of how to
make a traditional Italian classic without
making it too heavy. The sauces were light
and tasty and served as a complement to
the meat without drowning it out.
By far, our group’s favorite was Tutti
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Tutti SantiFive Valley locations: • Scottsdale/Kierland• Scottsdale/Via Linda• Glendale• Gilbert• Phoenix
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We particularly loved that the restau-
rant was relatively quiet and lent itself to a
very relaxing evening. We also got a
chance to peek at their upstairs dining
room, which is perfect for private events.
To begin your Tutti Santi adventure,
visit online at www.TuttiSantiRistorante.com
or call 602-216-0336. Reservations can be
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Santi’s signature, Chicken Della Casa. This
dish had it all: a breast of chicken topped
with fontina cheese, prosciutto sautéed in
a brandy cream sauce with asparagus and
porcini mushrooms, served with a side of
penne pasta. Our entire group raved.
But that was until dessert showed up at
the table.
While we liked their “lighter side” take
on tiramisu, it was the mascarpone
cheesecake that, well … took the cake.
Hands down, this is the finest, creamiest,
least heavy cheesecake we have ever had.
The taste balance was nothing short of
perfection and for some reason leaves
you with less guilt than a heavier, tradi-
tional New York-style cheesecake. Even if
you find you only have time for coffee
and dessert, Tutti Santi should be your
next destination.
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JEFF BRIDGES& The Abidersbring the coolto Mesa ArtsCenter
THE DUDE. PRESTON TUCKER. STARMAN. KEVIN
FLYNN. ROOSTER COGBURN. BAD BLAKE. Mention
any of these characters and the acting genius
that is Jeff Bridges reveals that it cannot be
defined by any borders except one: “cool.” He’s an
everyman that slips into each role with absolute
comfort; perhaps this is why audiences flock to
see him time and time again. He’s believable in
everything he does. What some people might not
know about the actor is that Jeff Bridges and his
band, The Abiders, are traversing the country,
entertaining in mid-size venues. Bringing outstand-
ing tunes and classic Hollywood stories and
anecdotes that span across decades of the
Bridges acting dynasty, Mesa Arts Center wel-
comes Jeff Bridges & The Abiders on April 18th.
As Bad Blake in “Crazy Heart,” Jeff Bridges
portrayed a fallen-from-the-heights country
singer who has lived hard and begins to find his
way in life via a dogged journalist who uncovers
the true man that exists within. For his endeavor
in the role, Bridges brought home the little gold
guy, Oscar. Winning an Academy Award was a
great accolade, after having been nominated four
times previously in “The Last Picture Show,”
“Thunderbolt and Lightfoot,” “Starman” and “The
Contender” before snagging the top prize in 2010.
(Of note, Bridges was nominated for Oscar gold
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again for his role as Rooster Cogburn in 2010’s “True Grit.”) The heart
that is laid bare in “Crazy Heart” will once again reveal itself onstage
during the Jeff Bridges & The Abiders concert.
I recently spoke with Jeff Bridges as he left the set of his most
recent film shoot in Vancouver, "Seventh Son." He told me about his
upcoming show at Mesa Arts Center (MAC), his musical influences and
other things near and dear to his heart. When asked what
audiences could expect during the Jeff Bridges & The Abiders show at
MAC, I was greeted with the laid back coolness of “The Dude” from “The
Big Lebowski.” “Well, I can’t tell you exactly, because I haven’t figured it
out yet,” quipped Jeff Bridges. He continued, “I can tell you we’ll be
doing some tunes from ‘Crazy Heart,‘ we’ll be doing some songs from
both of my albums, ‘Be Here Soon‘ and the album ‘Jeff Bridges‘ that
came out a couple years ago that T-Bone Burnett (recent Grammy-
winner for “Safe & Sound” from the “The Hunger Games”) produced.
We’re also going to be doing some new stuff,” he said.
As a talented singer/songwriter in his own right, Bridges has had a
variety of musical influences. “My brother Beau, he’s eight or nine years
older than I am, and so I was influenced a lot by his musical tastes and
of course, he was a teen with the birth of rock 'n' roll with Chuck Berry,
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"My brother Beau, he’s eight ornine years older than I am, andso I was influenced a lot by hismusical tastes and of course,
he was a teen with the birth
of rock 'n' roll..."
AZSAL FAST FACTS
• Jeff Bridges was honored with a star onHollywood’s Star Walk of Fame on July 11,1994. His star is located on the north sideof the 7000 block of Hollywood Boulevard.
• Married to his wife Susan since 1977, JeffBridges met his bride-to-be when he wasshooting the film “Rancho Deluxe” inMontana. The first time Jeff asked Susanfor a date, she said no.
• The f-bomb in different variations is used292 times in the film “The Big Lebowski.”
• In the 1980s-1990s, Jeff Bridges and NickNolte were often up for the same roles.
• As a child, Jeff Bridges frequently appearedon the show “Sea Hunt,” starring his father,Lloyd Bridges.
• Producer, songwriter and musician T-BoneBurnett has been working with Jeff Bridgesfor years and has won multiple Grammys,an Oscar, a BAFTA Award, a Gold Globe andnumerous other accolades.
• In addition to being an actor, producer,musician, author and humanitarian, JeffBridges draws and is a noted photographer.He has hundreds of candid and behind-the-scenes photos from the sets of his films atwww.JeffBridges.com.
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Little Richard, Ella Fitzgerald. I think maybe my first 45 that I ever bought myself was ‘Peggy Sue’ by
Buddy Holly,” Bridges explained. “I was really into the Everly Brothers … Bob Dylan was a big influence. I
loved his music; and of course, the Beatles and whole British Invasion and all that.”
Jeff Bridges & The Abiders are not just a touring group, but musicians and pals, too. “I’ve been
playing music since I was a teen and I really enjoy playing. And a great group of guys I play with … they’re
all hometown boys, all from Santa Barbara … we get to play quite often,” said Bridges.
By his own account, Jeff Bridges has been on the go for nearly all of this past year doing films and
now hitting the road performing. “I had a break here between movies. I did two movies last year, back
to back. A movie called 'R.I.P.D.' and a movie I’m making up here in Vancouver right now called, 'Seventh
Son.' So, I figured this next year I’ll take some time off and make some music,” Bridges explained. A
devoted family man, he’s anxious to get back home to his bride of more than 35 years, Susan.
As a show business veteran, Jeff Bridges reads hundreds of scripts and has been up for and even
(L-R) Ben Barnes as Tom Ward and Jeff Bridges as Master Gregory in fantasy action adventure "Seventh Son," a Warner Bros. Pictures release.
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JEFF BRIDGESCAREER HIGHLIGHTS
1951: Credited as “Infant at Train Station” inhis first documented film role
1972: Nominated for an Oscar for his role as Duane Jackson in “The Last Picture Show”
1975: Nominated for an Oscar for his role as Lightfoot in “Thunderbolt and Lightfoot”
1976: Starred in “King Kong” alongsideJessica Lange
1982: Starred in groundbreaking film,“TRON” as Kevin Flynn/Clu, a role hereprised in 2010’s “TRON: Legacy”
1985: Nominated for an Oscar for his role asStarman in “Starman”
1989: Starred with brother, Beau Bridgesand Michelle Pfeiffer in “The FabulousBaker Boys”
1991: Starred in “The Fisher King” oppositeRobin Williams
1996: Starred in “White Squall” as CaptainChristopher "Skipper" Sheldon
2001: Nominated for an Oscar for his role as President Jackson Evans in “TheContender”
2003: Starred in film “Seabiscuit”
2007: Voiced the role of Zeke "Big Z"Topanga/Geek in animated film “Surf’s Up”
2008: Starred in “Iron Man” as Obadiah Stane
2010: Nominated for an Oscar for his role asBad Blake in “Crazy Heart;” won thatyear beating out fellow nomineesGeorge Clooney, Colin Firth, MorganFreeman and Jeremy Renner
2011: Nominated for an Oscar for his role asRooster Cogburn (a role first madefamous by John Wayne) in “True Grit"
turned down many roles. Looking back, was there any role he was sorry
to have turned down? “Nothing’s coming to mind. There are a couple of
roles that I remember liking and thinking, ‘oh, this is going to be a good
movie,’ but it’s sort of like going into a store and liking a jacket you see
there, you put it on and it’s just too small for you or too big … sometimes
it gets like that, as far as picking movies,” said The Dude. (Yes, many
people indeed call Jeff Bridges “The Dude,” even those that work for him.)
As if being at the top of his musical and film career wasn’t enough,
Jeff Bridges has also co-authored the book, "The Dude and the Zen
Master,” released in January 2013. In the book, many parallels are drawn
between Bridges’ iconic character of “The Dude” in “The Big Lebowski”
and Lamed-Vavnik, a man in Jewish mysticism that is simple and
unassuming. The book was co-authored with Roshi Bernie Glassman, Jeff
Bridges’ close friend and Buddhist teacher. Like the show at Mesa Arts
Center, the book includes observations and dialogue that enlighten all to
be their best and deliver peace and goodwill into the world. The book is
available at www.Amazon.com.
People all over the country are also familiar with the humanitarian
side of Jeff Bridges, with his involvement in the global hunger crisis when
he saw that it was rearing its ugly head in our country, too. “I helped
found an organization called the ‘End Hunger Network’ and now we’re
affiliated with an organization called ‘Share Our Strength.’ We teamed up
and created a campaign called the ‘No Kid Hungry’ campaign. What we’re
all about is going from state to state and working with governors and
mayors and local business folks to shift them to the fact that there’s
over a billion dollars of federal funds and it’s been designated to feeding
programs for kids; some are feeding programs and breakfast meals and
so forth,” Bridges stated of available program funds.
“A lot of states aren’t taking advantage of (this) and we’re promoting
that and trying to make sure kids who need to get the food are getting
the nutrition that they need. In each community it’s kind of unique
why that isn’t happening. So by working with the leaders of each
community, we’re identifying what those bottlenecks are and we’re
working with them trying to break those up and get the food to the
folks that need it,” finished Bridges. To donate or find out more, visit
www.NoKidHungry.com.
When Jeff Bridges & The Abiders take the stage at Mesa Arts
Center on April 18, the audience will get to share an unforgettable
evening with a Hollywood icon and his friends, doing what they love.
Mesa Arts Center brings world class musicians, performers and shows to
town, including favorites such as Rita Rudner, Bill Cosby, Arlo Guthrie,
Monterrey Jazz Festival on Tour (4/26) and Noises Off (5/31-6/16). To
buy tickets for Jeff Bridges & The Abiders and upcoming shows, visit
www.MesaArtsCenter.com or call 480-644-6500. ▲
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It’s a shining senior season for CARRICK FELIX as he dominates for the
Arizona State Sun Devils' basketball team
CARRICK FELIX IS IN A GOOD PLACE RIGHT NOW. Finally. In fact, the Phoenix native
has not experienced this kind of success on the court since his senior year of high school.
The resurgent Arizona State men’s basketball team has been one of the surprise stories in
college basketball this year, and Felix’s remarkably improved play has drawn the attention
of NBA scouts, salivating over his unbelievable athleticism and relentless hustle.
But it’s what has taken place off the court that has made Felix the man he is today. The
last year of his life has forced Felix to mature, maybe even a bit quicker than he anticipated.
Becoming a father has that effect. But it’s also motivated Felix to reach his potential,
becoming the ultimate student-athlete.
Felix starred at Millennium High School in Goodyear, where as a senior he led the Tigers
to a 4A state championship, averaging 19.7 points and 13.2 rebounds while also being
named the league's player of the year. Despite that, though, his achievements went largely
overlooked by college recruiters, forcing Felix to continue his hoop dreams at the junior
college level instead.
“Coming out of high school, I was just 17, and at the time I was probably only 6-foot-6
and 165 pounds soaking wet, so I knew going to a Division I school probably wasn't going to
be the right fit for me," Felix said. "I still needed to develop my game some more. That led
me to the College of Southern Idaho, which at the time was the number one junior college
program in the country for basketball.”
After a broken wrist forced him to redshirt his freshman year at Southern Idaho, Felix
hit the ground running the following season, leading the Golden Eagles to a 20-12 record
while averaging 14.8 points per game and earning scholarship offers from more than 30
Division I schools across the country.
Felix made headlines that spring when he became the first junior college player ever
to be offered a scholarship by legendary coach Mike Krzyzewski, committing to Duke
University before having a change of heart. He returned home to play at Arizona State,
where the Sun Devils had just wrapped up their third consecutive 20-win season under
Head Coach Herb Sendek.
The transition wasn’t easy for Felix, though, as he had yet another season cut short,
this time due to a severe stomach virus, and the Sun Devils struggled to win just 22 games
total in his first two years back in Tempe.
But that’s when Felix’s life began to change as the then-21-year-old became a father
for the first time last summer, forcing him into taking a different approach heading into
his final year.
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“It has definitely changed me as a person,” he said. “It made me grow up a lot faster
than I expected. Just having my daughter (Zayah), you know, it's a life-changing experience.
I've never been so happy in my life.”
“She gives me a whole new motivation,” Felix added. “I know every day when I play
basketball, or just with anything that I do, I'm setting an example for not only myself but
for my daughter as well. And just having someone to look at before each game, someone
who always puts a smile on my face ... she's had a huge influence on me.”
Having graduated last May with a bachelor's degree in Communications, Felix not only
spent the summer working on his game while learning how to become a parent, but he also
enrolled in the liberal studies master's program at ASU, taking on one more challenge.
“Not in a million years did I ever think I would have the chance to get a master’s degree,”
Felix remarked. “But now that I have the opportunity, it's great. I'm actually going to be
graduating this May, and it's been an exciting journey. Just all the people I've met and all the
classes I've taken ... it's been a lot of fun.”
Rejuvenated and inspired, Felix has hit the hardwood with a vengeance this season,
leading a Sun Devil squad that was predicted to finish 11th in the conference at Pac-12
media day before the season to its best start since 2008-09, when James Harden led
Arizona State to its last NCAA tournament appearance.
Felix's numbers are up across the board, averaging career highs in points, rebounds,
assists, steals, blocks and minutes played per game, while also being the only player in the
conference to rank in the top 10 for each statistical category.
“Over the summer I watched a lot of film and talked to the coaches about some of the
things that I could improve on,” he said. “Slowing down the game was something that was
big for me, and taking some smarter shots. I think I've become a better player and have just
been taking the opportunities that opposing defenses have given me. And then also,
generating offense from my defense by playing man-to-man and me being able to play
help-side and gamble sometimes, that helps out too.”
Even before his return to Tempe, Felix has always described himself as a defensive-
minded player and someone who takes pride in matching up against an opposing team’s
most potent offensive threat. But as a senior, he has committed himself to becoming a
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gentleman. The coaches, myselfincluded, the players, we all benefitfrom his presence on a daily basis."
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defensive stopper for the Sun Devils, using his long frame and exceptional athleticism to his
advantage, flourishing in Arizona State's new defensive approach.
“Just making sure I'm playing with an edge and always playing with a will to compete,”
remarked Felix about his approach to defense. “Just making sure the guy I’m guarding knows
I’m there, that's something I take some pride in and something all my teammates know.”
"I love playing with a guy like that," said teammate Jahii Carson. "I love to play defense
and he loves to play defense. We get stops and then get out. I’m a running guy and like to
get my buckets in transition and he likes to get his dunks, so we connect."
Before the season began, Sendek spent the summer encouraging Felix to step up and
be the type of leader ASU desperately needed. Following the 2011-12 campaign, the Sun
Devils lost four players due to transfer while also welcoming six newcomers to the current
team, including the highly touted Carson from Mesa.
Sendek challenged Felix, as one of just three seniors on the Arizona State roster, to be
the floor general for the Sun Devils and to show his teammates the type of effort required
to be successful at the college level.
"Being a leader definitely comes naturally to me," said Felix. "My whole life I've just kind
of wanted what's better for others. I do whatever I can for my teammates, whether it's
getting into the gym with them, or talking in their ear when they're down. And they help me
out a lot, too, so however I can help, on the court or off of it, I just do it."
"Carrick has provided us with as good of leadership as we've had in a long time," added
Sendek. "Since the end of last season, he has put it upon himself to be the voice of our team;
to encourage guys, to admonish guys, to instruct and teach guys, and to bring guys together."
So far, the results have been overwhelmingly positive for both the senior and the Sun
Devils. Arizona State reached the midway point of its conference schedule recently boasting a
17-5 record overall and 6-3 in Pac-12 games, including marquee wins over both Colorado and
UCLA on its home floor at Wells Fargo Arena. It marked just the sixth time in the program's
history since joining the Pac-12 in 1978 that an ASU team had won at least six of its first nine
conference games, and the first time since 1994-95.
For his efforts, Felix has been named the Pac-12's Player of the Week three times
already this season, becoming just the sixth Sun Devil ever to accomplish that feat.
"He's having a brilliant senior year, and he's been doing it the old-fashioned way, with a
lot of hard work and a lot of energy," commented Sendek. "I've been tremendously blessed
to have the opportunity to coach him. He always wears a smile. He's always upbeat. He cares
about everybody. He's the ultimate gentleman. The coaches, myself included, the players,
we all benefit from his presence on a daily basis."
With Felix playing at an all-conference level and the team exceeding most everyone’s
expectations, the Sun Devils have their sights set squarely on making a return to the postsea-
son this year. But no matter how the season finishes for the Sun Devils, the experience has had
a profound effect on Felix with the playmaker becoming the ultimate winner off the court.
“My life off the court has carried over onto the court, and just having confidence in
myself and my teammates believing in me, I think that's been the biggest difference this
year,” he said. “Definitely being a father changes things a lot. Things become more impor-
tant now, and that's something that has definitely changed me.”
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Celebu-foodie ADAM RICHMANtakes a bite out of lifeI SAY “CELEBU-FOODIE” BECAUSE NOTHING ELSE QUITE DESCRIBES TRAVEL CHANNEL STAR, ADAM
RICHMAN. How else could you refer to someone who can talk up the world’s most exotic
cuisine, perform insane food challenges and still convey to an audience the finer points of making a good
burger? If it has to do with food, Adam Richman has been there, done that.
Adam Richman was the host of the insanely popular "Man v. Food" and "Man v. Food Nation" on the Travel
Channel. Although he has since called it quits on the crazy, state-traversing, over-the top food challenges
and “hung up his fork," he has taken on a new challenge, to find the greatest thing since sliced bread to
actually go on sliced bread with another Travel Channel show, "Adam Richman’s Best Sandwich in America."
Recently, Richman was in Scottsdale for the "Street Eats Food Truck Festival" at Salt River Fields. Yes,
the specialty food festival is just what it sounds like; food truck-a-palooza! Some of the trucks participating
included Taste Rite (Po Boy sandwiches), Mustang Corral (traditional Native American food), Q-Up! (BBQ),
Queso Diyas (quesadillas) and a host of other food and dessert truck vendors. Adam Richman was there
greeting crowds and conducting a food demonstration. He’s always very humble about his cooking skills
and does not necessarily regard himself as a renowned chef, but rather as a fan of food and cooking. “I have
so much to learn, but these are just tricks and stuff I’ve picked up,” said Richman of what he shared with
the audience.
He also believes that anybody could learn to appreciate even more foods and experiment with inter-
esting ingredients. “Quite honestly, I think that there is a plethora of ingredients in the average grocery
store that fall into that weird, ethnic aisle, that people never explore, never play with, never experiment
with,” noted Richman. “What I want to do is de-mystify some of the ingredients and give just a couple of
really fun, really keen ways to explore that aisle, those foodstuffs in a way that integrates regular
American comfort foods with some great Asian flavors and ingredients.”
Richman is also not a stranger to Arizona. In the past, he shot two episodes of "Man v. Food" in Tucson
and Phoenix as well as an episode of "Man v. Food Nation."
“I did the Scottsdale Food and Wine Festival out there and also, I’ve done a pretty decent amount of
traveling there,” he said. He has been to Camp Verde, the Grand Canyon, Williams, and his godfather lived in
Carefree. “I love it quite a bit,” Richman added.
Particularly well-known for his crazy food challenges on "Man v. Food," Richman tackled gigantic-sized
foods at places ranging from roadside diners to Texas steakhouses. Often, Richman came away the victor,
but there were a few times where the food got the better of him and he had to bow out. When asked if
there was ever a food challenge that he was sorry he wouldn’t or couldn’t finish, he said, “There were
several. Atlanta (Carnivore Pizza challenge) was a little tough because it was my partner ... that stopped the
challenge. That would have been particularly cool if I had that ability. I don’t blame my partner, but still it
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would have been fun to be the first team to win it.” He also cites a café in Seattle where he
wound up leaving a couple of bites behind. More than anything, he hates to disappoint fans.
“I always try to give my fans everything I possibly can,” Richman said. Indeed, his fun demeanor
and willingness to poke fun at himself continues to win him fans around the world.
As an enthusiast of so many different types of food, Richman doesn’t necessarily single
out one particular national cuisine as his favorite. “There are elements of each that I really, really
love,” he explained, “My top three are Japanese, Latin and Thai.” As far as fast food goes, he
claims to be a fan of Taco Bell, but Sonic edges out the south-of-the-border competition.
“Because they have Cherry-Lime Aids and they have tater tots that elevate them to god-like
status,” quipped Richman. When it comes to typical pig-out food, he likes chicken wings and
nachos. Although he has finished up with his weighty food challenges, he is happy to be enjoy-
ing food in a more “normal” way now.
A Travel Channel staple for many years Richman was once again tapped to participate in
"Trip of a Lifetime." Hosted by travel expert Samantha Brown, the show features Travel
Channel stars Richman, Bert Kreisher and Anthony Melchiorri as they reveal some of the
coolest hotels, sights and undiscovered foods from their over-the-top vacation. In connection
with the special, the Travel Channel also gave away a $100,000 vacation along the Dalmatian
Coast. As part of the cast’s vacation, their escapades were also taped along the Dalmatian
Coast and the Adriatic.
“It’s heart-stoppingly beautiful,” noted Richman. “It’s olive oils and wines that rival Italy,
remarkable cuisine, remarkably affordable, breathtaking scenery, beautiful people, and the
architecture is a hodge-podge of all the empires that have ruled that territory,” he said of
what he discovered during those travels.
Richman has some other projects in the works, but they are still under wraps (obvious
food joke reference). “Anything can happen during development,” he laughed about what
occurs as a potential show goes through the streamlining process. But as his legions of food
and travel fans have come to know of Adam Richman, anything he gets involved in is delicious
and we’ll be in for a treat.
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• During his time on "Man v.Food" and "Man v. FoodNation," Adam Richman did59 challenges, chowing downon such things as uber hotchicken wings and peppers,monstrous burritos, piles ofoysters, placemat-sizedsteaks and mountains ofnachos.
• Adam Richman is a graduateof the Yale School of Drama.
• As an Actor, Adam Richmanhas appeared on "Joan ofArcadia," "My Children,""Guiding Light" and "Law &Order: Trial by Jury."
• Self-described as “having heldjust about every job in therestaurant biz,” AdamRichman shares his uniqueculinary insights with audiences on every foodshow he does.
• Of all the regular, chain-styleAmerican restaurants, AdamRichman singles out CaliforniaPizza Kitchen as his favorite.In particular, he likes theCalifornia Club Pizza thatactually has a “salad” on it.
Adam Richman conducting a fooddemonstration at the "Street EatsFood Truck Festival" in Scottsdale.
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New D-Backs thirdbaseman MARTIN
PRADO — the team'sbiggest acquisition in
the offseason — isfocused on getting
Arizona back to the playoffs
By Tony CapobiancoPHOTOS BY
JORDAN MEGENHARDT/ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS
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IT'S 7 A.M. ON A SATURDAY, and as the sun peeks over the crest of the McDowell
Mountains in the background, Martin Prado is shagging ground balls with his new team-
mates at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale. Prado — the centerpiece of the trade that sent
star outfielder Justin Upton to the Atlanta Braves in the offseason — would like to make
a good impression on Arizona Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson, and arriving early
and leaving late is what is expected in Gibby's house. If Prado hopes to make D-Backs
fans forget about Upton, he's going to have to do it with hustle and hard-nosed play,
two traits always embraced by the faithful at Chase Field.
“He fields ground balls in the first group,” Diamondbacks manager Kirk Gibson said
of Prado, “hits in the second group. He’s a tireless worker.”
On the team's first spring training game in late February, it's no different for Prado.
He's out on the infield early prepping for the day's opponent, the Colorado Rockies.
For Diamondbacks fans, the team's first spring training game is the best day of
the spring, when hope springs eternal. It’s a day for them to see their new-look team
play for the first time of the year. For Prado, it’s a new team, new spring training
league, new uniform and new fans.
“To be honest with you,” Prado said, “I was actually kind of nervous. There were a
lot of people there screaming stuff. That actually is kinda cool that you go there and
see these guys supporting you and to watch the game. That gives you that extra push
you need for the first game.”
Every D-Backs fan at Salt River Fields that day was supporting Prado because he
was the main guy who came back from the Upton trade. For the last five years, right
fielder Upton served as the face of the Arizona Diamondbacks. They even named the
right field section "Uptown."
But after years of inconsistency, the D-Backs went through a facelift during the
offseason. On Jan. 24, they traded Upton and third baseman Chris Johnson to the
Atlanta Braves for Prado and four minor league players, making him the new face of
the Diamondbacks.
PRADOTHE DIAMONDBACKS WEAR
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Prado, a native of Venezuela, is D-Backs
manager Kirk Gibson's kind of player. He is the
gritty, versatile, consummate professional
who can and will be called upon to be the role
model for the rest of the team.
Of course, that's what people expect
from a product of the Atlanta Braves.
Prado grew up in the Braves organization.
He started back in 2003 at the young age of
19 in the Gulf Coast League with fellow
future major leaguers Kelly Johnson and
Jarrod Saltalamacchia.
Then in 2005, Prado continued his
ascension in Mississippi playing Double-A ball
with Brian McCann and Jeff Francoeur.
Finally, after spending some time with
the Mississippi Braves and the Richmond
Braves in 2006, Prado broke through and got
a month-long taste of the real Braves and
the same guys that he rose through the
ranks with made it with him in the majors.
“With the [Braves organization], I knew everybody,” Prado said. “Everybody
came up together.”
From 2008 to 2012, Prado became a fixture in the Atlanta Braves clubhouse.
He became versatile when needed and hit over .300 in four out of five years. In
2010, he became an All-Star by hitting .307 with 184 hits, 40 doubles and 100 runs
(top 10 in each statistical category) while helping his team reach the playoffs for
the first time since 2005. Prado had a career year in 2012 with 186 hits, 42
doubles, six triples and 58 walks. It did help that he learned from the best.
“I got Chipper Jones and all the big names there,” Prado said modestly, “and
for some reason, I'm not at that level. But I tried to get better and better every
day, not to be like them, but to create that balance between big guy and me that
I can do a lot of things that can help our team to win.””
Now in Arizona, Prado is tasked with being the .300-hitting face of the
Diamondbacks and a prime example of what it truly takes to be a Kirk Gibson-type
player. However, according to the fans, Prado represents what they got back for
Justin Upton.
“They make a comment like, 'Is this guy gonna be the next Upton?' Who
knows?” Prado said. “I don't want to put that pressure on me because he's a
different kind of player. I'm different so I don't try to be like him, two different
situations. I don't want to just go out there looking for something that I've never
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• Martin Prado would likely be a mechanical engineer if heweren’t a Major League Baseball player.
• Favorite subject in school wasmathematics.
• Was a recipient for the Heartand Hustle Award in Atlanta in 2012.
• Played for four different minorleague teams nicknamed“Braves,” Rome, Mississippi,Richmond and Gulf CoastLeague.
• Went to the playoffs in BobbyCox’s final year and ChipperJones’ final year.
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been. I can work on different stuff like driving the ball a little more or pulling the
ball, but other than that I just be myself.”
The 2013 season stands as the third year of the Kevin Towers/Kirk Gibson
era, and everything is in place this time. When April comes around, they will have
25 players who emulate the identity that Towers and Gibson have worked so hard
to establish. They traded Upton to get Prado, traded Chris Young to get Cliff
Pennington, and signed Cody Ross and Brandon McCarthy.
There are no stars on this team. Prado is the closest to a star as they get,
and he doesn’t even consider himself a star. By design, Towers filled the team with
gritty and for the most part efficient professionals who hustle all the time, never
give up, run with newfound speed and just don’t go away. And that’s the kind of
team that Towers and Gibson like.
“The most important thing is you put together a good group of guys that
actually work hard to have real good performance up there during the game,”
Prado said. “When you got nine guys just working hard every day, something has
to happen. Something good has to happen.”
Arizona's hitting strength last year was the players’ ability to get on base, and
their patience helped. Their .328 on-base percentage was the third best in the
National League, and their 539 walks, which were the second highest in baseball,
attributed to that. Their high strikeout total nearly contradicted their strength,
but their roster changes project them to strike out less and draw more walks.
Thus, give them a better OBP and maybe even a better batting average.
The running game should also see an improvement in 2013. Center fielder
Adam Eaton will get his shot this year. Last year in Reno he topped the Pacific
Coast League by hitting .381, stealing 38 bases and scoring 119 runs while leading
the Aces to the Triple-A championship. They also have depth in speed with newly
acquired outfielder Tony Campana, who stole 30 bases in 89 games. If Campana
makes the team, he would provide Gibson with a speedy option as a fourth or
fifth outfielder.
Despite the departures of Young and Upton, the Diamondbacks have five
hitters with 20 home runs and 80 RBI potential. Their lineup is very well balanced
and with the additions of Eric Chavez and Eric Hinske to go with Willie Bloomquist
and Gerardo Parra, the Diamondbacks will have the proper depth to keep going.
The Diamondbacks’ pitching staff finished 2012 in the middle of the pack
with a 3.93 ERA and 1,200 strikeouts, but they didn’t walk many batters. Their
main acquisition was the signing of McCarthy, who before his season-ending skull
injury had a 3.24 ERA, 73 strikeouts in 111 innings pitched and 24 walks. The
Diamondbacks’ rotation doesn’t strike out many batters, but they don’t walk
many batters either. Their 3.93 ERA, which should improve due to McCarthy and
a rebound year from Ian Kennedy, should make the Diamondbacks a solid sleeper
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With mayhem on his side,comedian CHRISTOPHER TITUSproves laughter conquers all
EVERYTHING IS ABSURD…Despite his, dare I say, hazardous and semi-psychotic upbringing, Christopher
Titus comes off as a pretty well-adjusted guy — at least over the phone. Even
through the small, not so dynamic speaker in my phone that makes every-
thing twangy and too loud, there is a zealous appeal in the tone of his slightly
throaty voice. Therein lies, in a strange nutshell, the appeal of Christopher
Titus. No matter the medium, he gets through to whoever is listening. Even to
the point where he has saved at least one life because of it.
So, how does a mildly educated guy who had a mentally ill mother and
was raised by an alcoholic father (who married and divorced six times) survive?
“When you write it down and see the words, it’s a lot of dark stuff,” Titus
says about his life story. “There was a point I got to a long time ago that I
realized everything is absurd; even [my] successes are absurd. That I barely
got out of high school, that I went to one semester of college and have no
formal education, [but] have a Writers Guild nomination, that I produced my
own television show and just produced my fifth comedy special. That that
happened is absurd.” These transgressions and triumphs of absurdity seem
staggering, but Titus managed to find a semblance of sanity in it. “Once I got
that [I survived] was absurd, not heavy, that’s when everything changed.”
With his unique point of view on life, Titus began to design his own style
of comedy by modeling it after one of the greats. He gravitated to Bill Cosby
and his ability to draw in listeners through real-life anecdotes. “The reason
you can never steal that from Cosby is because he is telling stories about
his specific life. He’s not going 'you ever notice.'"
Titus’ voice changes from a fast-paced exuberance to a slower, method-
ical one as he breaks down the layers of his craft. “[Cosby] did these stories;
none of them were really dark, but they were pretty wild for little kids. I grew
up on that. So, when I started writing about my life, I started writing stories,
but my stories weren’t [Cosby] and his buddy building go-carts. My stories were
my dad blamed his first heart attack on me, going to the mental hospital
and seeing my mom. Those were my stories.” Even to this day, if you listen
closely, there is a Cosby element in Titus’ timing. Mr. Huxtable runs deep.
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The issue back then for Titus wasn’t timing, though, it was delivery. Running
around playing baseball in the street, for Cosby, is one thing, but trying to tell a story
about your girlfriend punching you in the face in that same way is something else. “I
was trying to tell [my story] in a really happy way.” That wasn’t working, and it took
time and a friend to help him see that.
SNEAKING A PEEK AND TRASHING FRESHMEN …
Ever since he was a child and watched Johnny Carson on television, Titus wanted
to do comedy. However, catching a glimpse of the legendary show wasn’t as easy as,
say, walking over to the sofa and taking a seat.
“My dad drank a lot so he would stay up late. When I would hear Carson, if I was still
awake, I would sneak down the hall and hide behind the couch.” Literally on his hands and
knees like a recon soldier, Titus would maneuver himself to the side of the sofa,
avoiding the eyes of his father. “I would watch [Carson] and then sneak back to bed.”
Titus’ first attempt at comedy was at his high school’s senior follies perform-
ance. “I wrote a five-minute piece on how to trash a freshman. I wanted to show the
incoming seniors how to. We had this volunteer kid tied up. It was really funny and
did well.” From there Titus attended one semester of business school. “About halfway
through that semester I wanted to take my own life.” Titus’ voice affirms the
statement with absolute conviction. So, he left. It would take a fistfight with his dad
and some time living with his aunt to get his comedic prowess locked down.
GOD’S LITTLE SHOT OF HEROIN …
Titus’ epic truly began in his aunt’s garage, writing material and recording it over
and over and over. “I would literally stand in my aunt’s garage with a boom box
cassette player and I would tape myself with the microphone that stuck out of the
thing. The mic wasn’t even on a cord. It was like an antenna and just stuck out of [the
player] and I would record the stuff I wrote.” Titus lets out a soft chuckle talking
about his former practice.
After about two weeks, Titus worked himself up enough material and took his act
to The Punch Line in San Francisco. “I remember walking on stage. I don’t remember the
center of it and I remember saying, ‘Thank you, goodnight.’ I worked the stuff so
hard I couldn’t forget it and I killed. The next six times I ate it horribly.”
Despite a few bombs, the high Titus got on stage from a live audience’s
reaction is what kept him up on that stage night after night. “My first time on stage,
the universe god or whatever gave me that little shot of heroin and said, ‘Here, this
is what it’s going to feel like when everything goes well.’ Once you get that [feeling],
you can’t get rid of it.”
From there Titus would go on to become a club headliner over the course of 12
years, although it wasn’t the Titus we all know and love. “I was doing crappy material.
I mean, they were good jokes, but I was doing the same bits for six years. I was
growing a tumor on my soul. I was going to quit and go open a body shop.”
WTF ARE YOU DOING …
Before he could leave comedy, Titus had what you could call a sort of epiphany
thanks to his good friend and former manager who laid a helpful truth on him that
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• At age 16, Titus took his first showbusiness gig doing a birthday party asDarth Vader at an ice cream parlor. Itwent south when he reached out forthe birthday boy, who started to crywhen he saw Darth at his party. “Thekid grabs his throat and starts freakin’out and his mom is looking at me like Idid something wrong.”
• After a set, an audience memberhanded Titus a letter. Signed simply“Ron,” it described this young man’snear attempt at suicide and his haphazard viewing of one of Titus’ specials at just the right time, whichkept him from pulling the trigger. Tituskeeps this letter in his nightstand.
• One night in Georgia, Titus was pulledover for doing 103 mph. The cop toldTitus if he could make him laugh hewould let him go. Titus replied, “I hearthat radar detectors are giving youguys testicular cancer so I tell all myaudiences that if you get stopped by acop just smile and take the ticketbecause while he is writing it, he'sdropping a nut out his pant leg."
• If he had to choose, Titus’ favorite caris his ’56 Chevy wagon that was builtfor the Titus show. “It's one of the fewcars I really feel connected to.”
• There is a halfway house in Ontariothat requires all the new residents towatch "Norman Rockwell Is Bleeding,"Titus’ first special. When they’re donewatching, the manager of the housesimply says, “Yeah, and he didn’t endup in prison, did he. Now tell me howbad your story is.”
• Look for "Special Unit," Titus’ latest television show, where he leads a bandof physically and mentally handicappedcops on a series of adventures.
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resulted in a comedic renaissance for Titus. “He turned [to me] and basically said
what the f*** are you doing. You’re starting to write all this stuff about this dark
situation and you’re telling them like you’re Seinfeld.”
While Titus realized and acknowledged his buddy’s advice, he feared what the
audience would think if he showed them his true colors. That didn’t worry his pal,
who simply told Titus that if he didn’t start being himself on stage, he would never
be successful. Thus was born a bit called, "We Need Comedy to Get Rid of Our
Desire to Kill."
“It was this four-minute bit about the worst day you can have where at the end
I’m stabbing my boss in the chest screaming, ‘I just need a good laugh.’” It worked
and the crowed loved it. After the bit, he still had 10 more minutes on stage.
“I went back to my old material. The audience went from cheering in four
minutes to hating my guts. They didn’t laugh once.” This was the genesis of
today’s Titus. “That’s when I started really bearing down on Norman Rockwell Is
Bleeding and started telling the stories of my mom’s suicide and telling the stories
in a way I was actually myself — that angry guy you see [now].”
ACT DERANGED AND THEY WILL MAKE YOU THEIR LEADER …
Since his renaissance, Titus has gone on to become a beloved and even
life-saving comic.
“The weird thing is the audience knows when you’re lying. As a collective
conscience sitting in that room, if you don’t tell them the truth, they just don’t
think you’re that funny. If you let your guts show a little bit, they will lean in and
lean in and eventually they will start to love you.”
The adoration of fans combined with Titus’ no-holds-barred style of funny
has been the high-octane concoction that’s fueled a hit television show, "Titus"
(for which he was nominated for a Writers Guild award), five comedy specials (the
latest, "The Voice in my Head," comes out April 1), and a podcast that has been
killing it since 2011. Not to mention Titus still hits the road doing what he loves
the most.
“When I do stand-up, I have the freedom to do what I want, say what I want
and make the points that I want,” Titus remarks while discussing his time working
on his television show. “The problem with television is you have to piddle yourself
through all these executives who have their own points and their own objectives.
All it takes [in television] is one person to kill the idea. With stand-up I can get
up and as long as I can hold the audience and keep them laughing, I can deal
with anything.”
Titus has spoken his mind, across just about every medium, about an intense
list of taboo topics — pedophilia, suicide, alcoholism, rape. Those themes even man-
aged to manifest themselves on camera during Titus’ overly short run on the air. “I
don’t know how we got away with what we did.” Titus recalls an episode dealing with
the sexual molestation of his onscreen niece, which was based on a real event.
The method behind Titus’ success is simple and poetic. “Be normal and the
crowd will accept you. Be deranged and they will make you their leader.” Lead on,
Titus. Lead on.
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EVEN AMONG THOSE ONLY MILDLY
INTERESTED IN GOLF, Scottsdale is well
known as the place to play. The numbers
would support that notion. Start with 1,223
holes and 51 golf courses located within the
city limits, then sprinkle in an additional 156
courses across the Valley and it’s easy to see
that Scottsdale delivers a target-rich environ-
ment for golfers. And few places hit the mark
quite like SunRidge Canyon Golf Club, where
the defining number is 6 — the Wicked 6.
“Over the years, the Wicked 6 has
generated some rich feedback,” said Jeff
Lessig, general manager of SunRidge
Canyon Golf Club. “Those six holes are
certainly memorable, and not just for their
difficulty. Architect Keith Foster did a
wonderful job of weaving them through the
canyon. He followed the lay of the land in a
way that also resulted in a very visually
appealing desert golf design.”
As Lessig mentioned, the golf course at
SunRidge Canyon wanders down the length
of its namesake canyon on the way out
before climbing back up on the way in. It’s this
gradual yet significant uphill climb to the
clubhouse that personifies the malevolence
of the Wicked 6. Made up of two par 5s, two
par 4s and two par 3s, all except the par 3s
play uphill. Those golfers who finish strong on
the Wicked 6 certainly earn their post-round
brew. Those who didn’t? Well, they’re buying.
Luckily, there are a number of oppor-
tunities to pay up. Aptly dubbed the Wicked
6 Grill, this evil eatery serves up breakfast,
lunch and early-evening fare with a
Southwestern flair on the patio or in the
dining room. Plus, the Players Pit invites
golfers to kick back on old-school rocking
chairs and warm their tired dogs by the
relaxing fire pit as they take in the game of
the day on one of the many HD TVs.
In addition to golfers gnawing on
Wicked Wings and sipping a cold one, the
local motion picks up considerably on
Wednesday and Friday evenings during the
club’s live music performances. At least until
the furnace of summer returns, Jared
Blackstone will continue to perform on
Wednesdays and Sage Gentle-Wing will
deliver his acoustic attack on Friday
Take a Whack at SunRidgeCanyon’s Wicked 6
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Unfolding around the rugged ridges and shady canyons on theeastern edge of Scottsdale, SunRidge Canyon Golf Club provides an unparalleled golfing experience
By Jeff Locke
It’s this gradual yet
significant uphill climb to
the clubhouse that
personifies the malevolence
of the Wicked 6.
Below: Home to the Jim McLean Golf School, the custom-club-fitting services of Hot Stix Golf and the golf-specificphysical training of Method Athlete, the new 1,600-sq.-ft.performance center is a one-stop shop for gameimprovement. Bottom: The 533-yard, par-5 16th hole.
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evenings. SunRidge Canyon also hosts the
popular Jazz in the Hills concert series. The
general vibe is more relaxing than rockin’
but still adds a little verve to this otherwise
sleepy neighborhood.
Although the golf course and the hang
in the grill tend to be the main attractions,
golfers striving to play better will find solace
at SunRidge Canyon. Recently, SunRidge
Canyon gathered together a couple close
friends to complement its world-class golf
experience. Jim McLean headlines the instruc-
tion action for the club, and armed with the
new indoor/outdoor performance center
located on the practice facility, McLean’s
master instructors have been fixing slices and
straightening out hooks ever since. Lessons
by the hour, golf schools, junior instruction,
golf clinics, low handicappers, high handicap-
pers — they do it all. And at the Jim McLean
Golf School, they guarantee results.
Hot Stix Golf recently joined the stroke-
saving team at SunRidge Canyon. They
brought with them decades of custom-club-
fitting experience built on a foundation of
independent R & D as well as a keen under-
standing of the art of club fitting. The
indoor/outdoor capability of the perform-
ance center allows guests to swing away in
air-conditioned comfort when the heat is on.
Hot Stix’s master club fitters also leverage
state-of-the-art technology along with the
ability to view ball flight — a luxury not
available at big-box retailers.
Method Athlete rounds out the game-
improvement services offered at SunRidge
Canyon. Founded in June 2011 by Damon
Shelton, Method Athlete combines proven
methodology with unmatched experience
to help each client achieve his/her fitness and
performance goals. In terms of golf, Shelton
has worked with some of the top 100 golf
instructors in the world to develop golf-
specific exercises that increase flexibility,
and strengthen and teach proper motor
learning to encourage a solid golf swing.
“The idea is to facilitate game improve-
ment from different angles, and we think
we’ve accomplished that by providing a place
for these three distinguished organizations
to work their craft,” said Lessig. “McLean
deals with the how-to part of the golf swing.
Hot Stix figures out which club to swing, and
Performance Athlete prepares the body to
actually make the proper swing.”
Since taking over a few years back, the
team at SunRidge Canyon has worked hard
to reestablish the club as one of Arizona’s
finest public courses. Golfweek magazine
noticed, ranking the club among the top 25
courses in Arizona for two years in a row.
Likewise, Golf magazine included SunRidge
Canyon on its list of the 30 best public golf
courses in Arizona. By the numbers, that’s
pretty darn good, especially in Scottsdale,
where finding a place to play is like shooting
fish in a barrel. Visit www.sunridgegolf.com
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• 18 holes of golf designed byKeith Foster, including thebeguiling Wicked 6.
• Home to Jim McLean GolfSchool, one of 13 worldwide,only one in Arizona.
• Hot Stix Golf custom-club-fit-ting services located in newperformance center.
• Wicked 6 Grill sports a cool19th-hole hangout known asthe Players Pit.
• Live music performances onWednesday and Fridayevenings.Above: The Players Pit offers a great place to enjoy the after-golf hang around the warming fire pit and outdoor
bar. Below right: View of Four Peaks and the 432-yard, par-4 18th hole, the final challenge of the Wicked 6.
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ON THE HEELS OF A STOIC AND SOME-
WHAT CEREBRAL STAGE PRODUCTION of
“Freud’s Last Session,” Arizona Theatre
Company (ATC) is presenting Neil Simon’s
“The Sunshine Boys” from March 28 through
April 14. Although written and produced for
the Broadway stage back in 1972, the stage
classic exists in its own time bubble as a
beloved play that has captivated audiences
on stage, television and the big screen.
“The Sunshine Boys” are Al Lewis and
Willie Clark, an aging duo that was a hot
vaudevillian act back in the day. Although
the two grew to despise each other, they
have been approached by CBS to pay tribute
to vaudeville in one final performance.
After not speaking to each other for more
than a decade, can the duo set aside their
differences and emerge to perform at the
peak of greatness once again? Resentment
and hilarity ensue in preparations and
onstage of the duo’s performance of their
swan song.
Two real-life veteran stage performers
have stepped into the roles that, after
debuting on Broadway, were memorably
made famous to the masses on the silver
screen in 1975 by Walter Matthau and
George Burns. At ATC, Peter Van Norden
takes on the role of Willie Clark and David
Green portrays Al Lewis. The duo began their
journey as Lewis and Clark rehearsing for the
show that will open at ATC’s home in Tucson
at the Temple of Music and Art, before
moving to the Herberger Theatre Center.
Van Norden returns to ATC after doing
“Inventing Van Gogh” more than a decade
ago. He’s excited to be back for “The
Sunshine Boys.”
“They’re extraordinary really. They just
do such good work. And they’re such a nice
group of people to work for; just delightful,
and they’ve been together for so long,
they’re really a company of craftsman at
this point,” said Van Norden of ATC.
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Arizona Theatre Company presents Neil Simon’s 'The SunshineBoys' at the Herberger in Phoenix
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Although written and
produced for the Broadway
stage back in 1972, the
stage classic exists in its
own time bubble as
a beloved play that has
captivated audiences on
stage, television and
the big screen.
Peter Van Norden and David Green as Willie Clarkand Al Lewis in "The Sunshine Boys" at ArizonaTheatre Company.
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The New York actor earned his BA at
Colgate University and trained with
renowned teacher, Sanford Meisner.
“The structure of the piece is so strong,
it’s so crafted (Simon’s such a brilliant crafts-
man) that you really have to just play the
script and never mind trying to imitate
Walter Matthau or imitate George Burns or
imitate anybody you’ve ever seen do it. Just
play the script,” said Van Norden.
He said that even the portions of the
play that are not Vaudevillian still carry that
flavor and timing. Some of the movie and
television credits Van Norden has done
include “Gigli,” “ER,” “Caroline in the City” and
many more. Working on “Gigli” was nothing
but a positive experience for Van Norden. “I
had a delightful time on that film. I had a
terrific time working with Ben (Affleck) and
Jennifer (Lopez); they were so sweet to
me,” said Van Norden.
Green is also no stranger to Arizona.
His wife, Tony Award-winning stage actress
Judy Kaye, also performed with ATC in
“Souvenir” and “Lost in Yonkers.”
“My wife has done shows here, I’ve done
shows here in Phoenix, my wife was born and
raised in Phoenix, so until recently I’ve had a
lot of family there,” said Green.
Previously, Green appeared in “Sherlock
Holmes and the Adventure of the Suicide
Club” during the 2011-2012 ATC Season.
With “The Sunshine Boys,” the love/hate
relationship is a very unique portrayal of
two men from a certain time period.
“Peter and I are kind of organically
putting this relationship together during the
rehearsal process. It’s a lot of work to find the
balance and to find the truth of the relation-
ship between these two guys,” Green stated.
Van Norden and Green had never met
prior to their work on “The Sunshine Boys,”
although they have many mutual friends,
which made them click on a personal
level. Audiences will get to discover the
Vaudevillian brilliance of “The Sunshine Boys”
in one of the most memorable stage plays by
Neil Simon.
The final show of the Arizona Theatre
Company season will be the Tony Award and
Pulitzer Prize winning drama, "Clybourne
Park." The provocative and clever story puts
a new spin on the story of race and real
estate, based on the events of “A Raisin in
the Sun.” The play will run April 6 through 27
in Tucson and at the Herberger May 2 through
19. Single tickets and season tickets are
available by calling 602-256-6899 or online at
www.ArizonaTheatreCompany.org.
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ENCHANTMENT RESORT and its signature
Mii amo spa in Sedona transport visitors to
a paradise surrounded by the area’s signa-
ture red rocks and beautiful landscape.
Named among some of the most elite hotels
in the world by Travel + Leisure and recog-
nized as a top getaway by Condé Nast
Traveler for several years running,
Enchantment Resort — which spans out
more than 70 acres at the doorstep of
Boynton Canyon — is the perfect getaway
for couples, families and even work retreats.
Lodging: Inspired by the Southwest,
casual yet sophisticated Arizona style, and
Native American traditions, the accommo-
dations at Enchantment are unique
amongst other places to stay in Sedona.
Here, it’s all about options. Depending on
your budget, number of people and length
of stay, you can choose from the resort’s
casita, junior suite, hacienda and casa options.
Some of the stand-out features include
soaking tubs, private pools, expansive patios,
full kitchen options, and even private
covered parking for some.
No matter which lodging option you
choose, the interior is sure to impress. Each
room features the latest technology as well
as new furniture, linens, décor and outdoor
patio furniture, according to resort reps.
Many of the decorative features are made
by local jewelers and artisans, giving each
room a one-of-a-kind look and feel.
Recreational Activities: With more
than 70 acres in Sedona's scenic Boynton
Canyon, guests of this family resort enjoy
Sedona hiking, tennis, swimming, an outdoor
whirlpool spa, mountain biking, a pitch 'n
putt golf course, championship croquet,
bocce ball and ping pong.
When it comes to family vacations,
Enchantment doesn’t leave the kids out. At
Camp Coyote, kids ages 4-12 can be enter-
tained and educated while parents relax
and enjoy. Some of the camp’s activities
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By Charles Hudson
Named among some of
the most elite hotels in
the world by Travel +
Leisure and recognized as
a top getaway by Condé
Nast Traveler for several
years running...
Enchantment Resort is
the perfect getaway
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include nature walks, art projects, star
gazing, obstacle courses, and more.
Not planning on bringing the entire
crew? Enjoy the resort’s Native American
program that pays homage to the area’s
indigenous cultures through a variety of
hands-on activities. Work up a sweat with
fitness activities at Mii amo spa, which
include everything from dance classes to
yoga to hiking the red rocks. And, you can
delve into your culinary side by attending a
cooking demonstration, wine tasting or
even exploring different types of tea.
Dining: With a delicious variety of
on-site restaurants and 24/7 in-room dining
options, the food and drinks at Enchantment
are almost as spectacular as the views.
The resort’s signature restaurant
Che-Ah-Chi features an award-winning wine
bar and contemporary American cuisine
infused with Southwestern influences.
Enjoy breakfast or dinner there. Interested
in tasting local cuisine? Tii Gavo, the resort’s
more casual, Southwestern restaurant,
offers up freshly prepared soups and salads,
burgers and flatbreads, tacos and entrees —
enhanced by views of the stunning Boynton
Canyon from the terraces and lounge. Add in
the fact that the restaurant boasts one of
the largest selections of Arizona-made wines
and you have a recipe for a delicious night.
Want to enjoy the view and a light meal?
View 180, one of the newest ventures at the
resort, features light tapas, drinks and —
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Enchantment Resort
525 Boynton Canyon Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
928.282.2900
www.enchantmentresort.com
you guessed it — a panoramic view from its
unique indoor/outdoor setting. And, if you
head on over to the Mii amo Café, you’ll
enjoy exclusive contemporary, intelligent
cuisine. Each dish there places an emphasis
on fresh, healthy ingredients made from
local and organic sources.
Spa: An experience within itself, Mii
amo Spa is a world-class destination spa
that is open to Enchantment Resort guests
or those wishing to experience an all-inclu-
sive spa experience. The facility, which
houses the café and its own suites for spa
guests, places an emphasis on finding
balance and harmony. Mii amo offers a
variety of treatments — including skincare,
massage, mindfulness, fitness classes and
more — with an emphasis on Native American
traditions and the Sedona environment. It
also is home to a fitness center, library,
studio and indoor and outdoor pools with
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Nobis Makayla Beanie
$40; www.nobis.ca
Darn Tough Vermont's Fang Skis/Ride Sock
$23; www.darntough.com
Vibram Fivefingers Lontra
$150; www.vibramfivefingers.com
Seirus Soundtouch Xtreme All Weather Edge
$79; www.seirus.com
Westcomb Cayoosh LT Hoody
$300; www.westcomb.com
Spyder Fanatic Full Side Zip
$200; www.spyder.com
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Vans Ferra Snowboard Boots
$215; www.vans.com
ThumbDogs
$14.99; www.thumbdogs.com
Bootights
$34; www.bootights.com
Ibex Woolies 220 Crew
$95; www.ibex.com
Incrediwear Shredder Sock
$22.90;
www.buyincrediwear.com
Ramp Sagebrush Snowboard
$349; www.rampsports.com
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THE TYPICAL TEENAGE GIRL spends her
time surfing the Internet, reading about
fashion and celebrities, and singing along to
the latest Justin Bieber jam on the radio.
Dyllan McIntee is anything but your typical
teenage girl; she’s much cooler. I would even
go so far as to say she’s as cool as ice.
In 2009, Dyllan was the Golden West
Champion. In 2010, she placed first at the
Juvenile Girls Competition, and recently
she qualified to compete in the 2013 U.S.
Figure Skating Championship, after placing
third at the Pacific Coast Sectionals. At
the Qualifying, she placed seventh in the
nation. So, yeah, she’s kind of a big deal.
But it isn’t luck that sets this skater apart
from her competition; at only 14 years old,
she is the definition of an athlete, working
every day to perfect her craft, both on
the ice and in the gym.
When you grow up in Phoenix, you
tend to look for ways to keep cool, and the
desire for colder temperatures was what
first drew the McIntee family to the ice rink.
Dyllan was only 6, but her natural talent was
obvious right away. For her seventh birth-
Skating Toward an Olympic Dream
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Dyllan McIntee, a Phoenix teen, proves herself a worthy opponent in theworld of competitive figure skating.
day, she asked her family for lessons, and
she joined the “Learn to Skate” program at
Polar Ice Peoria. Within six months, she had
progressed to the most advanced level
class available, and it became clear that
skating was not just going to be a hobby.
Her mother, Bridget, said they have always
been very careful not to push her. Bridget
said, “There’s a fine line between pushing
and supporting, and we always say that
when Dyllan says she is done, that’s when
she will be done.”
But Dyllan doesn’t seem to want to
take a break anytime soon. Even after the
trip to Qualifyings recently, her family tried
to get her to take a little time off, but she
refused. This was her fourth time at
Nationals, and her mother says that Dyllan
showed “a real sign of maturity. She walked
away knowing more about herself.” Dyllan
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“There’s a fine line
between pushing and
supporting, and we always
say that when Dyllan says
she is done, that’s when
she will be done.”
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wanted back on the ice, and quickly. This
determination and work ethic is clearly a
reflection of the way she has been raised.
Dyllan and her younger brother are
home-schooled, and their father works
three jobs to assure that she has everything
she needs to pursue her dream and that her
younger brother is able to receive all of the
support and physical therapy he needs.
Dyllan’s younger brother has spina bifida,
and despite doctors saying he would never
walk, he was very determined, and now he
stands. Dyllan said, “The most inspiring thing
I can learn from him is that no matter how
impossible the challenge, if you are deter-
mined, you can accomplish anything.”
Accomplishment comes to those who
put in the work, and Dyllan’s schedule is
evidence of a work ethic made of steel.
She spends 21 hours a week on the ice, in
practice or lessons, and 20 hours in off-ice
practice, whether it be Pilates, ballet,
stretching, or other conditioning activities.
Having taken first place in numerous state
and regional competitions, her views are
becoming more and more focused on an
Olympic competition, and anyone who
has seen her double axel would agree that
this young athlete has exactly what it
takes. Dyllan is a normal teenage girl who
enjoys hanging out with her friends, taking
ballet lessons, baking and watching movies
... a normal teen on the fast track to
Olympic recognition.
Accomplishment comes to
those who put in the work,
and Dyllan’s schedule is
evidence of a work ethic
made of steel.
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SPORTS BRING OUT AN UNNATURAL
PASSION in so many individuals. From the
thrill of a touchdown to the camaraderie
of the team, athletes are at their most
driven when they are on the field. During
this heat of the moment, however, is
when the possibility of injury is greatest.
The risk of a sports-related injury is
prevalent beginning the moment a child
joins a youth team and carries all the way
through to the professional level. The trick
is to not fear injury, but rather become
educated on the causes of common
injuries and the necessary steps to assure
safety. Remember: injuries, for the most
part, are preventable. Across ages and skill
levels, here are the most common injuries
and how to prevent them:
SPRAINS AND STRAINS
Possibly the most common of sports
injuries, a sprain or strain occurs when
trauma happens to a muscle or ligament.
Ranging from a minimal pull to a complete
tear, sprains and strains should be treated
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professionally so the healing process can
begin as soon as possible. These occur
most commonly in the foot, ankle and
wrist. Any sport that involves running and
quick stop-and-go movements make
sprains and strains a little more common.
• Signs of a sprain: Heavy swelling,
tenderness, pain, bruising and instability.
• High risk sports: Basketball, football,
soccer and gymnastics.
• Prevention tips: Wearing the correct
shoes and supportive insoles will greatly
reduce the chance for a foot sprain
or strain in a high impact sport. Taking
proper precautions like stretching during
warm up can also help curb chances of
this injury.
FRACTURES
Typically produced by the same impacts
and falls as sprains and strains, a fracture is
the break in the bone that can be instigated
from a one-time injury — an acute fracture
— or repeated stress to the bone over
time, also known as a stress fracture. Acute
fractures are the most common in impact
sports, while stress fractures are more
likely to happen in long-distance running.
• Signs of a fracture: Sudden and severe
pain, swelling, movement and inability to
place weight on limb.
• High risk sports: Football, basketball
and cross country running.
• Prevention tips: Because acute fractures
are usually due to an impact or fall, injury
prevention begins with using equipment
correctly and learning a sport’s proper
form. Stress fractures are a little easier to
prevent since they occur from physical
stress over time. Listening to your body,
not overextending yourself and choosing
the right equipment (like proper shoes)
will all help in the prevention of stress
fractures.
MUSCLE PULLS
Not quite as severe as a sprain or fracture,
muscle pulls should still be taken seriously.
After an injury, apply ice and rest until the
pain and swelling subside. The ice relaxes
the muscle and helps relieve any spasm,
and it should be applied for about 20
minutes on, then 20 minutes off, over a
few days. The dull ache of a muscle pull
usually disappears within a few days.
• Signs of a muscle pull: Aches and
inflammation.
• High risk sports: Wrestling, football,
baseball, soccer and golf.
• Prevention tips: Warming up and properly
stretching before physical activity is
crucial in muscle pull prevention. Regular
strength training will help keep muscles
fit and more resistant to injury.
KNEE INJURY
Up to 25 percent of all sports-related
injuries are knee injuries, as even everyday
activities are already putting stress on the
knees. When sports are added into the
By Dr. Penny Krich
The trick is to not fear
injury, but rather
become educated on
the causes of common
injuries and the
necessary steps to
assure safety.
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mix, knees are bent, twisted and banged,
making them very susceptible to injuries.
Some of the most common are an ACL
tear and Patellofemoral Syndrome, which
is an injury resulting from the repetitive
movement of the kneecap against the
thigh bone.
• Signs of a knee injury: Swelling, pop-
ping, stiffness, weakness, locking or
inability to straighten.
• High risk sports: Skiing, football,
basketball and track and field.
• Prevention tips: Wear shoes with arch
supports, learn the sport’s proper tech-
niques by listening to a coach and use
the equipment correctly. Wearing knee
braces are a good decision if the activity
has a high likelihood of falls.
GROWTH PLATE INJURIES
Growth plate injuries are the most
concerning among children, as their
bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments are
still growing. Growth plates, areas where
cartilage is still developing, are weaker
than ligaments and tendons. As a result,
injuries to these areas can be much more
serious in children, possibly causing a
growth stunt later in life.
• Signs of a growth plate injury: Inability
to put weight on a certain area and
swelling. A doctor will be able to determine
if the growth plate has been impacted.
• High risk sports: Gymnastics, running
and baseball.
• Prevention tips: Ensure proper daily
requirements of calcium and always wear
the recommended equipment, such as a
helmet or shin guards. It’s also best
to take a coach’s recommendations in
reference to children’s safety equipment
and injury prevention.
Injuries can be frightening and it is
vital to seek professional help when a
major injury happens or if any type of pain
is reoccurring. Listening to a doctor’s
advice is often the key in recovering quickly
and being able to return to the sport,
ready to play again.
Penny Krich, M.D. is a musculoskeletal
radiologist at EVDI Medical Imaging, the
leading diagnostic imaging services
across the greater East Valley region.
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1 Wahoo Balance Smartphone ScaleThe Wahoo Scale keeps track of your weight and BMI over time to
help you achieve your health goals. You can use it as an everyday
scale as well as sync it to health apps on your smartphone to set
different user profiles and goals. The internal memory holds up to
130 weigh-ins so you can sync your phone when convenient. $99.99;
www.wahoofitness.com
2 Hyperice Knee BraceThe Hyperice knee brace is designed for the treatment and prevention
of knee pain and inflammation from strains/sprains as well as other
knee injuries that athletes experience. Its non-restrictive design
allows for a large range of motion with a comfortable fit. The internal
ice cell conforms to the body, maximizing points of contact, and is
sealed tight against leaks. $99.99; www.hyperice.com
3 Bayou Fitness Adjustable DumbbellsThese adjustable dumbbells (BF-0250) eliminate the need for multiple
dumbbells and can be adjusted from 10 to 50 pounds by simply
moving the adjustment knob to the desired weight. They are built
from durable heavy-duty chrome-plated steel and come with two
storage trays. $299; www.bayoufitness.com
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4 Brooks Men's PureFlow 2The PureFlow forms closely with your foot while providing comfort with
minimal materials. With lightweight construction, surprising comfort and
durability, you can depend on these shoes for 250 to 300 miles. $100;
www.brooksrunning.com
5 Merrell Protera VIM SportThis lightweight sports shoe has a glove-like fit, designed for optimal
natural movement via durable Stratafuse technology that eliminates bulky
construction. The low-profile midsole delivers more heel-to-toe ground
contact for increased control and agility. $100; www.merrell.com
6 New Balance W1260This stability running shoe from New Balance is closer to the ground for
better control and is lightweight and cushioned for optimal comfort and
ease of movement. Enhanced with Stabilcore medial posting and dual-sided
T-beam technologies, it provides great support for your arch and gait.
$149; www.newbalance.com
7 Skora BASE ShoesBASE offers a stretch-mesh sockfit with an adjustable X-strap system, elas-
tic heel strap, reflective details and stitch-down construction with an
Ortholite sockliner. This innovative shoe offers an anatomical fit that closely
matches the foot’s shape, as well as a curved section profile in both the
forefoot and heel that allow for natural movement and performance. $110;
www.skorarunning.com
8 ASICS GT 2000A breathable sneaker designed for neutral to sever overpronators with
a synthetic and cool mesh upper. The ComfortDry sockliner provides
cushioning while keeping the feet dry, and the double-layer memory foam
in the collar creates a custom and secure fit. $120; www.asicsamerica.com
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WHEN I HEAR THE WORD “GENESIS,”
three things come to mind: Phil Collins, Sega
and the Bible. The two former haven’t done
a whole lot for me in the last 15 years or so,
and the readings from the good book flash
me back to religion class at my Catholic
elementary school. Each holds a unique
staple in my childhood timeline, to say the
least. Now, thanks to Hyundai, I have a
fourth reason to remember Genesis fondly.
Originally introduced as a concept car
back in 2007, the Hyundai Genesis has
become a heavy hitter in the luxury market,
taking on veterans in the arena such as the
5 Series BMW, Mercedes’ E-Class and Lexus’
GS models. It shouldn’t come as a surprise
given the car’s moniker that it is the first of
many new primo designs Hyundai will be
releasing in years to come. In 2009, Hyundai
revealed the incredibly agile and extremely
comfortable Equus, which has taken full-size
luxury to the next level.
Besides the typical “luxury” car bells
and whistles like leather seats and trim,
plush head rests and plenty of vents and
cup holders, the first thing that caught my
eye was the trunk. If I were ever kidnapped,
this is the trunk I’d prefer to be stuffed in.
As an avid snowboarder, there was plenty of
room for my boots, helmet, jacket, and
duffel bag of food and a change of clothes
—not to mention my board thanks to an
innovative feature that allows owners to
remove the center portion of the back seat
to allow something, like a snowboard, to
stretch out inside the cab without folding
down the entire back seat, thus maximizing
space and vehicle efficiency.
While it is becoming a common trend in
most modern cars, I can always appreciate
the keyless ignition’s safety and lazy day
perks. With the exception of Holmberg’s
Morning Sickness and some KBAQ 89.5, after
a long day, my car radio has succumbed to
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Speed and style unite under one hood in the Hyundai Genesis
By I.R. HunthausenPhotos by
Hyundai Motor America
Genesis has become a
heavy hitter in the
luxury market, taking on
veterans in the arena
such as the 5 Series
BMW, Mercedes’ E-Class
and Lexus’ GS models.
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my new iPhone and its immense iTunes
playlist. Like most suckers, I have a three-
foot cable sticking out of my dash’s AUX
input that’s tangled around my parking
brake and the two-week-old cup of coffee in
its holder. Trying to connect that cord to my
phone is maddeningly unsafe to set up while
driving. Genesis allows, via Bluetooth, wireless
streaming of music from a mobile device.
Taking the Genesis out on the road
became more of a cruise than my
typical rambunctious test drive. Victor
Merrihew, one of San Tan Hyundai’s
Genesis “Champions,” accompanied me on
the ride. “Mike [Young] and I are the only two
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who are allowed to sell the Equus," he said.
"We were certified last year.”
The training paid off. Victor was like a
walking, talking, enthusiastic version of
Genesis’ Wikipedia page. He knew the Genesis
down to every doorjamb and wheel well.
Impressive, but what I wanted to know is
would he drive it. “Hyundai has come a long
way in the last three or four years. I’ve been
doing this for 10 years,” Victor tells me. "I’ve
worked with Honda, Infiniti, Lexus. I never
thought I’d sell Hyundai, let alone own one.
My wife and I had six Infinities in a row; then
we got her an Azera and she loves it."
The Azera is one of Hyundai’s signature
sedans. “And you don’t have to put premium
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fuel in, just basic," Victor continues. "Hyundai
has the best warranty on the market,
insurance costs, and low maintenance. If we
wanted a comparable car with options and
stuck with Infiniti, we would have probably
paid about 12 grand more.”
Like the perks in the Azera, the Genesis
comes with cooled seats and shares the low
insurance rates and, thanks to design
features such as a chain timing belt, cuts
down maintenance considerably.
The Genesis gave me a smooth ride; so
smooth, in fact, that my phone stayed in
place on the center console the entire dive
— rights, lefts and even on and off the free-
way. On the freeway, the Genesis was no dog.
With six cylinders on its side pumping out 333
hp, this puppy can keep up with the pack and
isn’t afraid to flaunt it with a speedometer
rated up to 160 mph. Having driven the
heavier Equus with the 5.0 V8 available in
some Genesis models, I can only imagine the
git-up and go with such a lighter chassis.
Victor and I spent some of the drive
talking about what the import scene was
like a decade ago when you couldn’t drive
more than a few miles without seeing a
giant spoiler on the back of a car or hear the
high-pitched buzzing of a beefy exhaust
pipe. Back then, even Hyundai had a dog in
the fight. The Tiburon was the forerunner
to the Genesis coupe — a chopped-down,
sported-up version of the Genesis sedan.
The coupe sports a 2.0 turbo 270 hp engine
and an optional 6-speed manual transmission
or, for those who want to really get down,
there is a 3.8L V6 that puts out 358 hp.
The future is looking good for Hyundai
with updated designs and brand-new models
coming out in 2014.
HYUNDAI GENESIS 3.8• 3.8L 333 HP DOHV V6 engine• 8-speed shiftronic auto transmission
• 17” alloy wheels• EPA combined estimated 22 MPG
GENESIS 5.0 R-SPEC• 429 HP, 5.0L DOHC V8• Sport tuned suspension• 19” alloy wheels• 0-60 in 4.8 seconds
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WASTE MANAGEMENT PHOENIX OPEN
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:
Saturday’s third round was the largest
attended single round/day in golf history.
Tournament champion Phil Mickelson broke
four records and tied eight others, including
joining Arnold Palmer, Gene Littler and Mark
Calcavecchia as three-time tournament
champions.
Fans were in awe of Mickelson’s 28-under
par performance
Mickelson was an incredible 9-under par on
the par 3s at the 2013 WMPO, breaking the
previous record of 7-under par set by Chris
DiMarco (2003) and Scott Hoch (2003)
In addition to Mickelson and the field’s
record-setting performances, the tourna-
ment also set attendance records during
Friday’s second round (121,901) and
Saturday’s third round (179,022).
Mickelson is the all-time leading money
winner in tournament history with
$3,694,782 in 24 tournaments played.
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BARRETT JACKSON
TOP:
The Bat Mobile original #1 (four total were
built) sold to a local Ahwatukee gentleman
for $4.6 million. The car had been the sole
property of its creator, legendary car
customizer George Barris. The final price
includes a 10% sales commission.
PHOTO BY DAVE BLOUCH
BOTTOM:
Jay Leno was on hand to sell former
President George W. Bush's 2009 Ford
F-150 King Ranch 4x4 SuperCrew. It was
facilitated by the Gordon D. Sondland and
Katherine J. Durant Foundation and all
proceeds from the sale will go directly to
the Fisher House Foundation, with the
consignment fees waived.
PHOTO BY MICHEAL FADYK
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WHEN IT COMES TO SKINCARE, people
spend countless hours of time and energy
finding the perfect products and treatments
to get glowing, healthy results. However, if
people aren’t educated properly on how to
use their skincare, these same products and
treatments can cause skin to become red,
sensitive and irritated, causing more harm
than good. Consider this your “skincare 101”
primer, with the knowledge you need to help
you get glowing skin without any of the
negative side effects.
One common mistake people make that
causes irritation is using products at too
high of a strength. Many people will look at
a product with a 20% active ingredient and
think it will be more effective than a product
with a 10% active ingredient. In the long run
this may be the case, but starting out with
a product at such a high concentration can
actually cause skin to become irritated. By
starting with a lower strength product, skin
can get used to and even eventually accom-
modate some of the potentially irritating
effects of some products.
“If a little is good, then more is better”
does not apply to most skincare products
and routines. For example, I start my
patients on an 8% glycolic product nightly
and after a month, add a 10% product on
alternate nights. Then a month later, I have
them replace the 8% glycolic with a 15%.
This gradual increase in the active ingredient
enables skin to steadily adjust to the poten-
tial irritancy of the exfoliant. If you add a
product to your regimen and find skin
getting irritated, take a night off in
between use. On the off night, be sure to
apply products with calming, anti-inflam-
matory ingredients like green tea, aloe vera
or willowherb.
One more thing to keep in mind when
trying to avoid irritation — if you are consid-
ering an in-office treatment, make sure you
tell your doctor everything you are using on
your skin at home. There are a number of in-
office procedures that can treat a variety
of skin conditions from hyper-pigmentation
to fine lines and wrinkles, and many of them
are non-invasive and have little to no recovery
time. This includes chemical peels, non-
ablative lasers (they only treat the skin’s top
layer) and microdermabrasion.
If you are already using exfoliating
ingredients at home, your doctor can check
that you aren’t overdoing it. After an in-office
treatment, even with no recovery time, skin
tends to be slightly more sensitive, so you’ll
want to pay extra attention to the products
you use. Your doctor will give you specific
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Using the wrong skincare products or even overdoing itwith the right ones can take its toll on your skin. It'stime to take care of your skin the right way.
By Dr. Neal Schultz
“If a little is good, then more
is better” does not apply to
most skincare products...
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instructions for your skin, but in general I
recommend bland emollients, milk and
water compresses and even over-the-
counter products with green tea, aloe vera
and willowherb if there is any irritation.
No matter how diligent you are in
tending to your skin, at some point you
will most likely experience sensitivity and
irritation. There are a few reliable actions
you can take to soothe and calm skin. First,
always listen to your skin. If something is
causing irritation, discontinue use immedi-
ately and discuss with your dermatologist,
especially if it’s following a treatment. To
instantly calm irritated skin, an easy at-home
remedy is to soak a smooth material (like a
t-shirt or handkerchief) in equal amount
water and skim milk and then apply it
to irritated skin for 5 or 10 minutes. The
evaporation of the liquid causes a cooling
sensation and the protein in the milk buffers
skin. Another option is to use an over-the-
counter 1% hydrocortisone cream or oint-
ment. Lastly, look for soothing products with
ingredients including essential oils like lavender,
tangerine, ylang ylang and calendula extract,
allantoin, green tea, panthenol, cucumber
extract, bisabolol, geranium oil, sage
extract, licorice, and witch hazel.
Neal B. Schultz M.D. is a leading, board-certi-
fied dermatologist and founder of Park
Avenue Skin Care in New York. During the last
30 years of practice, Dr. Schultz developed
the skin care principles that now guide him
and his proprietary BeautyRx Skincare line
(www.beautyrx.com).
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No matter how diligent
you are in tending to your
skin, at some point you will
most likely experience
sensitivity and irritation.
There are a few reliable
actions you can take to
soothe and calm skin.
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AZSAL RECOMMENDEDSKINCARE PRODUCTS
1 Suki's Concentrated Balancing Toner
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balance pH, repair past and prevent future damage.
$29.99; www.sukiskincare.com
2 MyChelle Fruit Enzyme Scrub contains dual
skin polishers and dissolving enzymes to quickly
exfoliate dead skin cell build-up and unwanted
debris in pores. Super-smooth Jojoba beads and
refined bamboo stem powder gently polish the
skin without irritating or tearing the surface.
Fruit enzymes further dissolve away dulling
residue for ultra-smooth, ultra-soft skin.
$17.99; www.mychelle.com
3 Night Breeze by Arcona delivers oxygen
deep within the dermis, to promote healing and
stimulate cell renewal. Pure botanical oxygen
suppresses P-bacteria, the leading cause of
acne, and revitalizes skin. Fumaric acid promotes
healthy cell formation, while allantion heals and
soothes skin. $52; www.arcona.com
4 The Power Performance Pack by R Cooper
will help keep men's skin healthy and younger
looking. Perfect to treat yourself or ready for
gift giving, this set includes daily face wash, face
toner, face erase serum and daily face moisturizer
with SPF 30. $138.90; www.getRcooper.com
5 Experience dramatic transformation in your
skin with the award-winning Jan Marani Skin Care
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improved over time. $350; www.janmarini.com
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DENTAL ANXIETY IS VERY REAL, and it
affects millions of Americans. It has been
estimated that almost half of adults don't
even see a dentist regularly. Many of these
people have let fear keep them from
maintaining good oral health.
Fortunately, dental techniques have
taken this fear into account, and many
patients feel that it is easier and more
comfortable than ever to have dental
work completed. Having a dental team
that is good at listening to your concerns
and prior dental history helps alleviate
anxiety as well.
For patients who need extensive
dental treatment, oral conscious sedation
is often an excellent option. My team
routinely sees patients with severe dental
phobia, and we have had great success in
helping them improve their oral health
utilizing this approach. Some of these
patients have postponed dental care for
many years, even though they have been
in pain.
Fear Keeps Many Away From Dentist
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Oral conscious sedation provides a viable option for those who are apprehensiveabout dental work
For patients with severe anxiety who
are in good health, oral conscious sedation
is as simple as taking a small, safe pill that
allows them to relax comfortably through-
out their appointment. Well-trained clinical
team members monitor the patient closely
to make sure that they are comfortable
throughout the appointment.
Often, years of dental neglect are
corrected in just one very relaxed, com-
fortable visit. Many of these fearful
patients begin smiling with confidence and
chewing without pain for the first time in
years after their sedation appointment.
These benefits can have positive, life-
changing consequences for people who
have postponed enhancing their smile or
improving their oral health due to fear.
Most sedation patients feel no dis-
comfort and have little or no memory of
their dental visit. It would be wise for you
to seek care as soon as possible from an
office that is well-trained to minimize your
dental anxiety. These benefits can have
positive, life changing effects for people
who have postponed enhancing their
smile or improving their oral health due
to fear.
Dr. Trent Smallwood, DDS, oversees the Centre
for Contemporary Dental Concepts, located
at 420 W. Warner Rd., Suite 101, Tempe, AZ,
85284. Visit www.CosmeticDentistryAZ.com or
call 480-894-8101 to learn more about advance-
ments in routine and cosmetic dentistry.
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Many of these fearful
patients begin smiling
with confidence and
chewing without pain
for the first time
in years after their
sedation appointment.
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