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Fresno Ideaworks Mini Maker Faire is Sunday at Chukchansi Park

April 4, 2017 by Jenna Ardaiz-Brown Leave a Comment

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That’s what it’s all about!

Are you a multi-tasker? Are you a fan of ingenuity, baseball, or both? If so, look no further. I’ve found the perfect event for you.

Fresno’s 5th annual Mini Maker Faire, hosted by Fresno Ideaworks, is coming up on Sunday, April 9. Ideaworks puts together this event every year, and it’s an amazing chance to get inspired and check out tinkerers and experts in everything from robotics, to woodworking, to glass blowing, to fiber arts… and everything in between. Basically, if it’s creative and hands-on in Fresno, you’ll see it exhibited at the Mini Maker Faire.

The fair takes place at Chukchansi Park during a Fresno Grizzlies baseball game, which is like getting two events for the price of one! Admission is the price of a baseball ticket (for the record, the least expensive Grizzlies tickets are seven bucks each).

However, in the spirit of Makers everywhere, if you bring your own DIY cardboard creation (check out ideas here), admission is free.

Head out to Chukchansi Park and get inspired.

Glass creations

Fresno Ideaworks is Growing its Reach

Fresno Ideaworks is going full steam ahead right now. The Mini Maker Faire is the culmination of tons of planning and hours of elbow grease by makers all over Fresno. In addition to this event, the Ideaworks crew is planning two concurrent moves; they just announced plans for a second location in Clovis, and due to planned renovations at their downtown Fresno shop, they’re moving into temporary digs right across the way.

Makers in action at Ideaworks!

In spite of all this, I managed to track down Scott Kramer, president at Fresno Ideaworks, to ask him to answer a few questions (some serious, some… not) for me.

Considering that he’d spent much of the day helping to power wash the floor in the new Fresno shop, he was surprisingly chipper.

Me: I know you were inspired to begin what turned into Ideaworks by attending a Maker Faire in the Bay Area. I’ve been to it myself, and the event is enormous. What do you consider to be the main advantage of the “Mini” version?

Scott Kramer: Mini Maker Faires provide two things that I think are important to a community that big flagship events like San Mateo can’t. First, accessibility to those who, for one reason or another, can’t make the trip to San Mateo. But, more importantly, Minis provide an opportunity for people to see the astonishing and amazing things that are being made right in their own community.

The Maker Movement isn’t something that’s happening in the Bay Area or New York… it’s right next door and each and every person that comes to the Fresno Mini Maker Faire gets to see what can be done here.

How many years has the Mini Maker Faire event been going on in Fresno?

This will be the fifth Mini Maker Faire. It also marks our seventh large-scale Maker Event, including two years of “Ideaworks Day” at Chukchansi Park.

I’m not asking you to play favorites, but what are some of the Faire aspects, activities, and exhibits you enjoy the most?

Anything built by a kid blows my doors off! This year, we’ve got a young inventor who made a solar panel cleaning robot. I’ve had the privilege to see his project evolve over the past couple of years and it’s inspirational to see the way he has continued to push past snags and to grow his vision.

Another highlight for me is to see people leverage technology or even refine old-school tech and to leverage it against social needs we face as a society. Things from greener vehicles and more efficient living to reuse and re-purposing materials rather than sending them off to a landfill. The abundance of opportunities to live cleaner lives and do more for ourselves gives me hope.

As the event takes place at Chukchansi Stadium, have you decided what to nab from the snack bar? Rumor has it they’re now serving something called the “Oink, Cluck, Moo,” which I’m guessing isn’t a vegetarian option. Or you could go with the “Taco Tots.” What sounds good?

There’s no way I can eat five over-stuffed hot dogs in one day. But a deep and powerful part of me needs to eat these things! All’s I know is that before the season is out, I will have eaten each of these a minimum of once and, likely, a couple of them more than I dare admit!

A young Fresnan getting creative!

Event Details

What: Mini Maker Faire
When: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Game starts at 1:05 p.m.
Where: Chukchansi Park, 1800 Tulare St., Fresno
How to buy tickets: Tickets are available on the Fresno Grizzlies website.

Come on out, stroll through the exhibits, check out the new culinary creations at Chukchansi Park, and watch the Grizzlies (hopefully) knock the stuffing out of the Reno Aces! Sounds like a great Sunday, right? Hopefully I’ll see you out there.

All photos provided courtesy of Fresno Ideaworks. Used with permission.

The 4th of July in FresYes

June 29, 2015 by Mark Sasser 2 Comments

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Having been born and raised in the Valley and spending his complete adult life exploring the outdoors gives Mark a unique look at what we all see each day. From cycling to backpacking, solo or with friends, Fresno proper to the mountains above can at any time be where Mark is found living his life outdoors.

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A dark FresYes night is swiftly turned from a blanket of darkness scattered with stars into a panorama of color and the booming sounds of pyrotechnics.

Rockets explode into the summer night as our flag flies below while many of us sit back and watch with eyes of wonder.

This can only mean one thing.

Its the 4th of July.

Growing up in Dinuba we had no fireworks shows, we had to travel to Reedley and watch the program at the high school. Then for may years the options became almost limitless with shows all up and down the valley at schools, parks or in front of our homes.

Today though due to the economy and severe drought conditions the options are once again a slimmer group to pick from if you want to get out and enjoy our Nations birthday.

Clovis High School still has the long-standing Valley traditional show at the football stadium and if you want to be a part of the blanket and lawn chair crowd I cant think of a better way to spend the evening with the family.

I though, I’m not quite the guy who wants to just lay back and watch. I tend to look for ways to multi task my way though life and because of that my family and I will be downtown at Grizzlies Stadium for some baseball and fireworks.

Now I do know they do fireworks all year-long at the Grizzlies games but lets face it there is only one Independence Day, one 4th of July and there will only ever be one America the great.

As a lover of the outdoors, baseball, FresYes, park food and my family, I couldn’t help but make this as the go to choice for our family outing this year.

From the crack of the bat to the boom of the fireworks I’m expecting nothing short of an amazing night with the view of Luftenburgs in front of me and the cool breeze behind, a chilly glass of beer in one hand and the warm leather of my baseball glove in the other.

My family, my FresYes friends, my city, my love of the outdoors and my favorite team in town…………all I need is a nice slice of apple pie.

Be safe, have fun and remember why we honor this day. America, Happy Birthday.

12:05 – A Different Side of Baseball

May 25, 2015 by Mark Sasser Leave a Comment

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12:05

To any hard-core baseball fan that’s the best time to watch a ball game. It’s the time games were played in the long forgotten early years before lights.

It’s the time when fans would leave work and head to the park to watch their heroes on the diamond, and it’s the time when many young fans would ditch school and sneak off to the park to watch a few outs before they had to race home.

Today, we still have the 12:05, but it’s a much different feeling than the traditional night game of the modern era. The crowds are smaller, the game is faster and the banter between opposing fans is typically much smarter. Fans that frequent day games are almost always a staunch fan of a club who know not only the player bios but many times the stats and figures of the visiting team; they are the fan’s fan.

For me, the lure of the 12:05 here with our hometown Fresno Grizzlies is that it has that old-time feeling every time I go to a day game. I could very well be in Boston, New York or Chicago instead of FresYes with how much of a classic feel the 12:05 has. As luck would have it though, I am right here in FresYes, just a few steps from the Fulton Mall.

The entire experience is different, from the smells in the air to the breeze that hits the back of your neck as it sneaks’ through the grandstands on its way to the outfield. The sound of the ball hitting the catchers mitt is sharper, the crack of the bat is clearer and the bark of the umpire is just a little more forceful. Everything seems to be more in focus at the 12:05, including the taste of the food. A typical hot dog that’s “good” at a night game is nothing short of GREAT at the 12:05, because let’s face it, hot dogs are a daytime food…….so is the beer that washes it down.

The other side of the 12:05 is you will see businessmen doing deals, new loves out on dates and old buddies out for some daytime playtime. Its a random mix that is unique to the day game crowd and if you have the free time mid day, it’s the home of some amazing baseball out on the field.

If you love baseball and our local Fresno Grizzlies, go to the team website and locate a 12:05 to attend. In fact, they’re playing a couple of day games this week. It just may change the way you look at the game.

Immanuel and Fresno High unstoppable; Central making a late run.

February 4, 2015 by Julian A. Lozano Leave a Comment

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Huge un-biased sports fan, aspiring to become a sports broadcaster. Julian likes the Raiders, SF Giants, and LA Lakers. Born and raised in Fresno, Julian enjoys a good game of Texas Hold'em. He also spends most of his time working, going to school, and spending time with his friends and family.

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Immanuel makes it look easy; Golden Eagles soar past the Grizzlies - February 14, 2015
Immanuel and Fresno High unstoppable; Central making a late run. - February 4, 2015
Central stuns Clovis West, Roosevelt stumbles but not out. - January 27, 2015

*1-25-15 to 1-31-15

The big matchup took place this week between Fresno and Roosevelt high school (1-30-15). Roosevelt got past Sunnyside earlier in the week (1-28-15), but couldn’t carry the momentum into the game with -Fresno High as they lost to the Warriors 67-56. The Fresno Warriors will have another matchup against Sunnyside this week (2-6-15) at Sunnyside high school; tip-off is at 6:30 pm.

After a loss to the hands of fowler on (1-23-15), the Caruthers Blue Raiders got back into the winning side with a victory over Fresno Christian (1-27-15). Their game against Parlier was postponed due to fog, and is rescheduled for later this month. Caruthers is the sole Division 5 representative on the FresYes Top Ten. They have a big rematch against Fowler on 2-10-15 at Fowler High School; tip-off is at 7:30 pm.

For the first time ever, The Firebaugh Eagles will make an appearance in the FresYes Top Ten. They have a respectable 19-4 record. They currently have a five game winning streak and have won 10 of their last 12 contests. If they manage to win the rest of their games, they will have an impressive 24-4 record.

The Selma bears enter the FresYes Top Ten with a 15-5 record. They were defeated by Immanuel High School (1-23-15), but came back nicely to beat Dinuba and Central Valley Christian this past week. They will have another chance to beat Immanuel on 2-11-15 at Immanuel High School; tip-off is at 7:30 pm.

Central High School completed their first half of league play with a sweep against all five Clovis schools. This week they defeated Clovis North on (1-28-15), then Clovis East on (1-30-15). Earlier in January, the mighty Grizzlies defeated Buchanan, Clovis West, and Clovis. Central has a big game at Clovis West on (2-6-15); tip-off is at 7:30 pm.

FresYes! Top Ten

Immanuel Eagles 19-2
Fresno Warriors 19-2
Roosevelt Rough Riders 17-4
Edison Tigers 15-6
Central Grizzlies 15-8
Clovis West Golden Eagles 13-6
Selma Bears 15-5
Fowler Redcats 15-3
Firebaugh Eagles 19-4
Caruthers Blue Raiders 11-7

(Scores, and stats courtesy of Maxpreps.com)

Central stuns Clovis West, Roosevelt stumbles but not out.

January 27, 2015 by Julian A. Lozano Leave a Comment

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Immanuel and Fresno High unstoppable; Central making a late run. - February 4, 2015
Central stuns Clovis West, Roosevelt stumbles but not out. - January 27, 2015

*1-18-15 to 1-24-15

Roosevelt lost a heartbreaker on Monday when Ridgeview won by two points to get their 12th of the season. This was only the Rough Riders 3rd loss of the season. At this point their record stands at 16-3, but they have two tough matchups coming up. Roosevelt has to host Sunnyside on 1-28-15 at 6:30pm, then travel to Fresno high on 1-30-15 to play the 17-2 Warriors. Roosevelt has a chance to be the number one team on FresYes at the end of this week if they can win both of these games.

The Central Grizzlies are making a comeback into this week’s top ten with a win against Clovis West on Tuesday. The won comes as a surprise to most, but not to people who know Central’s basketball team. These Grizzlies have size, and speed. They play an up tempo offense that wears teams out. So far Central is undefeated in league play (3-0), and has two league matchups this week. They will play at Clovis North on 1-28-15 at 7:30 pm and at Clovis East on 1-30-15 at 7:30 pm.

Washington Union won their third and fourth games in a row last week. They beat Chowchilla on their home court on Tuesday and at Yosemite High School on Friday. The Panthers were 7-9 two weeks ago, and have now put themselves into the mix with an 11-9 record.

The Immanuel Eagles have proven that they aren’t a fluke as they have come back from their losses to El Cerrito and Modesto Christian to win 7 in a row, including wins against Centennial, Edison, and Selma. They have an attractive 17-2 record with 8 games left in their regular season. This team can beat division one teams at any time and have a serious case for the number one team on FresYes.

FresYes! Top ten as of 1/27/15
1. Fresno Warriors 16-2
2. Immanuel Eagles 17-2
3. Roosevelt Rough Riders 16-3
4. Clovis West Golden Eagles 13-5
5. Edison Tigers 13-6
6. Central Grizzlies 13-8
7. Selma Bears 13-5
8. Bullard Knights 11-8
9. Fowler Redcats 13-3
10. Caruthers Blue Raiders 10-7

Roosevelt and Fresno stay dominant; Clovis West and Central prepare to face off.

January 19, 2015 by Julian A. Lozano 1 Comment

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Immanuel makes it look easy; Golden Eagles soar past the Grizzlies - February 14, 2015
Immanuel and Fresno High unstoppable; Central making a late run. - February 4, 2015
Central stuns Clovis West, Roosevelt stumbles but not out. - January 27, 2015

*1-11-15 to 1-17-15

Selma is 12-4

The Immanuel Eagles have recovered well after losing two games in a row a couple weeks ago. Last week, they beat a good Centennial team who has beat some of Fresno’s best teams, and this week they beat Liberty-Bakersfield who is also accustomed to winning. The Eagles will have another tough test this week when they play Edison on Monday the 19th. The special MLK showcase will take place at The College of the Sequoia’s at 7:30 p.m.

Selma defeated Washington Union to win 5 of their last 6 games.

You don’t really hear much about division 5 teams, but the Sierra Chieftains are making some noise. The Chieftains have a good 7-4 record and will have to prove something in their upcoming games. They have three games on their schedule that will define their greatness against Kerman, Liberty-Madera, and Washington Union. Either Sierra High School will experience defeat for the first time in about a month, or they will pull off huge upsets against “bigger” schools.

After only losing one game in December and nearly owning the number 1 spot in the FresYes! rankings, The Madera South Stallions have experienced a meltdown. They have lost 4 games in a row, and 5 of their last 7. The Stallions need to turn it around while they still have the chance. The team plays well, and have great potential. They just need more focus.

The Warriors beat Buchanan.

Fresno and Roosevelt have been playing lights out. Both teams are 13-2, and will have a show down on 1-30-15. But before that showdown happens, both teams need to maintain dominance for the next week. Both teams will have to get through The Sunnyside Wildcats first. Fresno plays Sunnyside on 1-21-15 at Fresno High at 6:30 pm. Then Roosevelt will play Sunnyside on 1-28-15 at Roosevelt at 6:30 pm.

Central defeated West-Bakersfield

Clovis West continues to play good basketball. They have yet to lose to a Fresno/Clovis team. They played Clovis North to the wire and won a buzzer beater. This week they will play Central who has enough talent to beat them. The game will take place Tuesday at Central High School at 7:30 pm.

Sunnyside defeated Clovis East

FresYes! Top Ten as of 1-17-15
1. Fresno Warriors 13-2
2. Roosevelt Rough Riders 13-2
3. Immanuel Eagles 13-2
4. Clovis West Golden Eagles 12-4
5. Selma Bears 12-4
6. Sunnyside Wildcats 14-7
7. Edison Tigers 10-5
8. Clovis East Timberwolves 9-6
9. Madera South Stallions 11-6
10. Sierra Chieftains 7-5

Clovis West is on fire; The Warriors stay strong.

January 12, 2015 by Julian A. Lozano Leave a Comment

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Immanuel makes it look easy; Golden Eagles soar past the Grizzlies - February 14, 2015
Immanuel and Fresno High unstoppable; Central making a late run. - February 4, 2015
Central stuns Clovis West, Roosevelt stumbles but not out. - January 27, 2015

Ben Avera drives the ball to the hole. But Clovis North lost to Liberty-Bakersfield by 2 points.

The Fresno Warriors were busy last week as they played four games in four days. They managed to win three out of those four games, only losing to Centennial High School in The Selma Jesse Lujan Memorial Tournament. The Warriors have a strong 12-2 record going into a matchup against Buchanan on the 13^th at Fresno High School. The game starts at 7:30 pm. *1-4-15 to 1-10-15

Edison’s Will Lee dishing a pass against Central.

Central and Edison had a dual at Fresno City College on Monday (1/5/15). The game was close the entire time, with both teams exchanging leads back and forth. Edison’s Braxton Hicks hit the shots when they counted the most and Edison won a close one. Things ended up balancing out when Central defeated East Bakersfield and Edison lost to Clovis East later in the week.

Stallion’s Josh Johnson steals the ball in mid air

Madera South had an up and down week. They beat Golden Valley on Tuesday (1/6/15), and then lost to Fresno High the next day. They beat Chowchilla the day after that, and then the day after that, they lost to Dinuba. They went two for two on their four day streak of games.

Jeron Bowers attempts a free throw against Sierra Pacific.

Hoover won an overtime thriller on Saturday Night against Sierra Pacific. Jeron Bowers nailed 20 points for Hoover. The Patriots of Hoover improve to a steady 7-10 record, and will look to upset Fresno High on 1-16-15 at Hoover High School. The game starts at 6:30 pm.

Clovis West played intense defense in their win against independence.

Clovis West won their 5^th and 6^th games in a row last week when they beat Bullard and Independence-Bakersfield. The Golden Eagles have a nice 11-3 record, and will look to take down Clovis North on 1-16-15 at Clovis North High School. The game starts at 7:30 pm.

Central nearly wins with a buzzer beating three pointer.

FresYes! Top Ten as of 1-10-15

Clovis West Golden Eagles 11-3
Fresno Warriors 12-2
Roosevelt Rough Riders 12-2
Immanuel Eagles 12-2
Edison Tigers 8-5
Clovis East Timberwolves 8-5
Madera South Stallions 11-3
Selma Bears 10-4
Sunnyside Wildcats 11-7
Sierra Chieftains 6-4

FresYes! Featured Game of Week 8: #8 (4-3) Central Grizzlies @ #5 (4-3) Clovis North Broncos

October 26, 2014 by Julian A. Lozano Leave a Comment

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Immanuel makes it look easy; Golden Eagles soar past the Grizzlies - February 14, 2015
Immanuel and Fresno High unstoppable; Central making a late run. - February 4, 2015
Central stuns Clovis West, Roosevelt stumbles but not out. - January 27, 2015

Veterans memorial stadium

Central Section Top 25 (before the start of week 8)
1. Edison Tigers 6-1
2. Bakersfield Drillers 6-1
3. Liberty Patriots 5-2
4. Ridgeview Wolf Pack 6-1
5. Clovis North Broncos 4-3
6. Hanford Bullpups 8-0
7. Lemoore Tigers 8-0
8. Central Grizzlies 4-3
9. Dinuba Emperors 7-1
10. Memorial Panthers 6-1
11. Central Valley Christian Cavaliers 6-1
12. Madera Coyotes 6-1
13. Mission Oak Hawks 6-1
14. Clovis Cougars 4-3
15. Bullard Knights 4-3
16. Liberty Hawks 7-0
17. Clovis West Golden Eagles 3-4
18. Stockdale Mustangs 3-4
19. Centennial Golden Hawks 4-3
20. Sanger Apaches 5-2
21. Redwood Rangers 3-4
22. Tulare Western Mustangs 5-2
23. Tulare Union Redskins 4-3
24. Buchanan Bears 1-6
25. Frontier Titans 3-4
Outside looking in: Immanuel Eagles

Kyran Caples back at safety

Featured Game: Central @ Clovis North – 10/23/2014
The cool temperatures set in at Veteran’s Memorial Stadium; the fifth ranked Clovis North Broncos played host to the eighth ranked Central Grizzlies. Both teams are coming into the contest with a 4-3 record, and the winner of this match up would have sole first place of the TRAC (Tri-River Athletic Conference).

Central in Time Out huddle

Clovis North is ranked fifth in the central section, and is finally coming off of some kind of winning streak. They have won two in a row, and have a 4-3 record. As stated last week, Clovis North has the Central Section’s hardest schedule. They are rallying behind UCLA commit, Bolu “fun run” Olorunfunmi. He is a big back with stop and go speed, and great balance. If this team can win the rest of their regular season game, they will finish with a 7-3 record.

Zeandae Johnson is a big physical TE

Central is ranked eighth in the Central Section, and also have a 4-3 record. They are hot right now, winning four in a row. Tamar Johnson is having a great season playing both, wide receiver and running back. Junior quarterback Nick Szpor is growing into his position, and improving each week. If Central can win this game they will definitely move up in the Central Section Top 25. They will have won five in a row, and take sole possession of first place in the TRAC.

Tamar Johnson has versatility

Central started the game receiving the ball and they made good use of their opportunity. Just before fans could get settled in their seats, Nick Szpor connected with Tamar Johnson in the corner of the end zone for a 20 yard touchdown. This capped off a quick but efficient drive for the Grizzlies (6-0). Then, we saw something from Clovis North that we didn’t see from them all last week: a punt. Clovis North was able to score on every drive last week and didn’t need to punt. So when Central was able to bring out the Broncos punt team, it opened some eyes.

Nick Szpor in shotgun formation

The second quarter started out in Central’s favor as well. Bronco quarterback Austin Autry’s pass stayed in the air slightly too long and was intercepted by San Jose State commit Dehlon Preston. Preston showed how dangerous he was when he followed his blocks and ran that ball in for a touchdown (12-0).Central had the chance to score again, but were denied when they were 10 yards away from the end zone. The backwards pass attempt was dropped and subsequently called a fumble which was then recovered by Clovis East. Clovis East finally came to life just before the start of halftime. Austin Autry rebounded from his interception to drive the Broncos to a touchdown. He connected twice with wide receiver Bransin Johnson during the drive. One was a 50 yard bomb, and the other was a 27 yard slant route touchdown pass. Central had the slim 12-7 lead at halftime.

Malik White at wideout

The third quarter was a different story; Clovis East’s Bolu Olorunfunmi began his stampede. The first two scores of the third quarter belonged to Bolu. First was a 59 yard touchdown (14-12), the next was 65 yard touchdown (21-12). Clovis North gained a lot of “Horse Power” in the third quarter from those two big runs, but Central kept the game close. A 38 yard field goal by Central kicker Tiago Paim made the score (21-15).

pic 8 Dehlon Preston had a “pick 6”

Central would let up in the fourth quarter. Another fun run for Bolu Olorunfunmi turned into an 86 yard touchdown (27-15). Then they shut Bolu down for another day, and put in his backup Jason Lee. Lee took advantage and scored two touchdowns to cap the game off. One was a long 65 yard touchdown where his second effort at the pylon got him in the end zone (34-15). Then he burned the defense and got in for a fancy 21 yard touchdown (41-15). That would be the final score of the game. Clovis North improved to 5-3, and Central fell to 4-4.

Tyler Morris back to return the punt

Clovis North in offensive huddle

Clovis North earned the win because they changed their game plan during halftime, and came out as a different team. They are getting a lot of penalties called on them, and fortunately has not cost them a game yet. But they have to clean up the penalties come playoff time. Bolu Olorunfunmi is having an amazing season, and I wouldn’t be surprised if he becomes a household name in 6 years. Austin Autry had to leave the game with concussion symptoms, but his supporting cast was able to not skip a beat. Clovis North should win the TRAC championship, and contend strongly in the Central Section division 1 tournament.

Austin Autry leading his team in a scoring drive

Central can win any given game, they just let up a in this contest. Their protection breaks down to quickly, which doesn’t give them enough time to develop a quality play. Nick Szpor has good scrambling ability, and can keep the play alive. Tamar Johnson can only do so much; using him too much makes the team one dimensional. If Central can manage to improve their blocking, they will be able to score more points from their other offensive weapons, and take more shots down the field. Central also needs to improve their run defense. Jason Lee scored two touchdowns for Clovis North that blew this game away. Central has two games left, and a chance to finish the regular season 6-4.

Bransin Johnson lined up at corner

Top 25 week 8 results

(1)Edison 52
Madera South 7
EHS: AJ Greeley- 9 car, 211 yds, 3 TD’s

(2)Bakersfield 26
(19)Centennial 7
BHS: only giving up 11 points per game

(3)Liberty-Bakersfield 55
Garces 0
LHS: Plays (2)Bakersfield on 11/07

(4)Ridgeview 49
East Bakersfield 13
RHS: Score 44 points per game

(5)Clovis North 41
(8)Central 15
CN: B. Olorunfunmi – 18 car, 269 yds, 3 TD’s

(6)Hanford 61
Mt. Whitney 21
HHS:QB R. Johnson- 257 tot yards, 5 tot TD’s

(9)Dinuba 31
Selma 7
DHS: E. Herod- 7 rec, 120 yds

(10)Memorial 7
(15)Bullard 35
BHS: C. Williams- 18 car, 211 yds, 2 TD’s

(11)C.V.C. 40
Kingsburg 34
CVC: Come from behind win

(12)Madera 0
(20)Sanger 38
SHS: S. Pittman- 5 car, 90 yds

(13)Mission Oak 18
(22)Tulare Western 25
TW: K. Portillo- 21-39, 235 yds, 2 TD’s, 2 ints

(14)Clovis 35
(24)Buchanan 3
CHS: C. Alexander- 4 rec, 48 yds, 2 TD’s

(16)Liberty-Madera 48
Washington Union 7
LHS: W. Wallace- 12 car, 129 yds, 3 TD’s

(17)Clovis West 42
Clovis East 26
CW: J. Mendoza- 26 car, 143 yds

(18)Stockdale 17
(25)Frontier 28
FHS: I. Sharp- 32 car, 200 yds, 4 TD’s

(21)Redwood 14
El Diamante 27
ED: Snaps four game losing streak

(23)Tulare Union 55
Porterville 34
TU: R. Harris- 41 car, 402 yds, 5 TD’s

Bye:
(7)Lemoore

Autry warming up before start of 2nd half

Immanuel 42
Farmersville 45
FHS: S. Metcalf- 32-53, 496 yds, 4 TD’s

Sierra 28
Kerman 24
SHS: T. Rehorn- 12 car, 159 yds, 1 TD

Minarets 8
Fowler 56
FHS: 340 yds rushing team total

Roosevelt 16
McLane 7
RHS: W. Fairman- 97 tot yards, 2 tot TD’s (1 def)

Fresno 32
Reedley 7
FHS: N. Hinton- 11 car, 102 yds, 3 TD’s

Sunnyside 35
Hoover 6
SHS: 3 game winning streak

Bolu “Fun Run” Olorunfunmi is dominant

Featured game for Week 9: Kerman @ Liberty-Madera
(Scores, stats, and rankings courtesy of Maxpreps.com, and The Fresno Bee)

Nick Szpor has scrambling ability