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Humboldt County home to two state rodeo champions

Humboldt County's Clay Stremler and Savannah Montero captured championships in the saddle bronc and goat tying, respectively, at the Nevada State High School Rodeo Finals held at the end of June in Fallon. The duo will travel to Rock Springs, Wyo., for the National High School Rodeo Finals to be held from July 14-20.Courtesy Photos

Butler, Miley to pilot PCL, IL in Triple A All-Star game

RENO - Brett Butler, manager of the defending Triple-A National Champion Reno Aces, and Dave Miley, manager of the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders and reigning IL Manager of the Year, have been named managers of their respective league's All-Star teams for the 2013 Dolan Auto Group Triple-A All-Star Game.

Golden aces -

TONY ERQUIAGA • The Humboldt SunAbove left photo, Clarence Whitted recorded his second career hole-in-one with an ace on the par 3 fifth hole on Monday, June 17, at Winnemucca Municipal Golf Course. Pictured with Whitted is Randy Peraldo to pass out the Louie Peraldo Memorial Gold Putter. Above middle, Cole Erquiaga picked up his first career hole-in-one on March 23 during a practice round during the high school golf season. Erquiaga aced the par 3 fifth hole. Pictured with Erquiaga is Randy Peraldo to present him with the Louie Peraldo Memorial Gold Putter. Above right, Jeff Herzog notched his first-ever hole-in-one during the Winnemucca Rotary Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 12, at Winnemucca Golf Course. He recorded his ace on the par-3 fifth hole. Pictured with Herzog is Randy Peraldo to pass out the Louie Peraldo Memorial Gold Putter.

Winners announced for Jumping June Drag Races at the Good Times Drag Strip

Under record-breaking high temperatures, the Jumping June Drag Races took place at the Good Times Drag Strip last weekend off of Jungo Road. Jason Arrien was the winner of the Pro Class, Joe Gourley the Street Class and George Cottrell the Sportsman Class. There were several out of town contestants competing, including from Carson City and Elko. A total of 145 spectators braved the heat over the weekend. The track was maintained by Steve Dolphin of Speedy's Automotive, Bill Lambert, Larry Tregellas, Jay Tregellas and Bob Brooks and all the track members. The next race at the drag strip is Saturday, July 20.Courtesy Photos

Winnemucca 10-11 year-old stars -

The Winnemucca 10-11 year-old all-stars are the last group to get their Division III Tournament underway next week in Fernley. Winnemucca's first game will take place Monday against Elko at 5 p.m. High Desert (Fernley) and Ruby Mountain (Spring Creek) play at 7 p.m. The championship game is set for 6 p.m. on Thursday and if needed at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 12. The team includes back row Rich Neu (left) and Matt Growcock. Middle row (left to right) Christian Olson, Josh Leveille, Michael Yarnell, Sam Long, Levi Christopherson and Colton Browner. Front row (left to right) Colby Terry, Tyler Neu, Michael Casalez, Brooks Bergenheier and Dylan Money. Not pictured is coach Don Leveille.COURTESY PHOTO

Ladies Golf Club holds Mutt and Jeff tournament

WINNEMUCCA - Rene Vesco shot a score of 34.5 to lead the way in the first flight of the Winnemucca Ladies Golf Club Mutt and Jeff tournament Tuesday at Winnemucca Municipal Golf Course.

Owings added to All-Star Futures game

RENO - Reno Aces shortstop Chris Owings has been added to the U.S. roster for the 15th annual SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game, to take place on Sunday, July 14 at Citi Field in New York, Major League Baseball announced today.

Spike Frog volleyball skills camp to be held at LHS

WINNEMUCCA - The Spike Frog Volleyball Skills Camp will be returning to Winnemucca on Thursday, Aug. 1, through Saturday, Aug 3, at Lowry High School.

The British are coming to Winnemucca AYSO to host week-long soccer camp in August

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -As the number of soccer players in the USA nears 20 million, the number one soccer company in the United States & Canada, Challenger Sports, has been invited to hold one of their highly regarded "British Soccer Camps" right here in the growing soccer community of Winnemucca. AYSO 546 Winnemucca has teamed up to host the week-long "British Soccer Camp" during the week of July 29 - Aug. 2 at French Ford Middle School, 5495 E. Palisade Drive.

Rotary Club honor -

COURTESY PHOTOWinnemucca's Jeff Herzog was presented an embroidered flag and $500 for his hole-in-one on the fifth hole at Winnemucca Municipal Golf Course during the Winnemucca Rotary Golf Tournament on Sunday, May 12. It was the first hole-in-one for Herzog.

Fajardo named to Maxwell Award watch list

Wolf Pack junior QB also selected to Paul Hornung watch list

RENO - Nevada junior quarterback Cody Fajardo has been named to the initial watch list for the Maxwell Award, which is given annually to college football's player of the year, the Maxwell Football Club.

Postseason honors continue to roll in for Nevada's Shipley

RENO - The honors continue for former University of Nevada pitcher Braden Shipley. 

Reno Aces land three players on all-star team

RENO -The Reno Aces will have three players in the 2013 Dolan Auto Group Triple-A All-Star Game, as Matt Davidson, Tuffy Gosewisch and Chris Owings have been selected to represent the Pacific Coast League in July's annual showcase. 

Winnemucca 10-11-year old stars take part in Division III tournament in Fernley

The Winnemucca 10-11-year-old stars were in Fernley this week for the Division III tournament. Winnemucca defeated Elko 4-3 in its first game on Monday evening. Winnemucca met up with Ruby Mountain (Spring Creek) on Tuesday night and lost 15-4. In an elimination game on Wednesday evening, Winnemucca could not hold an early advantage and lost 13-10 to Elko. Ruby Mountain and Elko played in the championship game on Thursday night.All photos by Tony Erquiaga, the Humboldt Sun

Spike Frog Volleyball Skills Camp to be held at high school

WINNEMUCCA - The Spike Frog Volleyball Skills Camp will be returning to Winnemucca on Thursday, Aug. 1, through Saturday, Aug 3, at Lowry High School.