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Wednesday, December 6, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Wessel is Athlete of the Month Standout Outlaws foot- ball player Brady Wessel has earned Athlete of the Month recognition for the month of October from the coaches at Sisters High School. Wessel earned all-league honors and was also named Defensive Player of the Year statewide, an honor he shared with a player from Cottage Grove. His coach, Neil Fendall, cited Wessel’s hard work and determination as the factors that make him stand out as an impact player on the field. “Often I hear the younger players in our program mar- veling at Brady’s ability on the football field and his big numbers in the weight room,” Fendall told The Nugget. “Every time I hear them men- tion his ability, I point out to them that nobody walks in the door that strong or that good at a position. “Brady is an example of what happens when someone works doggedly at their craft. As a weightlifter, Brady is built for the sport. In football, however, he showed how to overcome some mechanical shortcomings. Compared to college-level linemen, Brady is a little bit short and has arms that don’t measure up in length. Yet, he constantly outplayed and outperformed college-level linemen. If he should be credited with a particular ability it would be the ability, at a young age, to see the long-term over the short-term and work to reach his goals. THAT is something special in today’s world.” T h e coaches note that Brady puts the same effort into his studies. “I can’t tell you how many PHOTO BY OUTLAWS PHOTOGRAPHY of his teammates Brady Wessel has earned recognition not just for ability he has vol- and strength, but also for an extraordinary work ethic. unteered to help with in their school AND special teams. He never work,” Fendall said. “He asked to come off the field shows tremendous selfless- or complained about getting ness with his time. tired. That was a testament to “This school is going to his training, his commitment miss this guy on many fronts. to the team and his love of the He is a special young man game. I haven’t seen that in 20 who goes against the current years of coaching.” trends. He doesn’t ask for Fendall considers Wesssel credit, he doesn’t cause prob- a fine example for other lems, he simply shows up to young players. work every single day.” “His maturity is light-years While especially noted for beyond his age and he’s a his defense, Wessel is a force reminder to us all to just close on the field on both sides of your mouth, put your nose to the ball. Fendall noted that in the grindstone, and roll up the one of the Outlaws’ last games sleeves,” the coach said. “He of the season, Brady came off has made our program a better the field for one play. place and has set a standard of “Yes, that’s correct,” excellence that will remain Fendall said. “One single play. his legacy for many years to That includes offense, defense come.” Starts Friday Fri., Dec. 8 – Thurs., Dec. 14 Lady Bird (R) Ugly Sweater Christmas Party PRIZES FOR THE UGLIEST! Fri 5:15, 7:30 Sat-Sun 1:00, 3:00, 5:15, 7:30 Mon-Wed 5:15, 7:30 Thurs 5:15 The Florida Project (R) *FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS* Fri 4:45, 7:15 Sat-Sun 2:15, 4:45, 7:15 Mon-Thurs 4:45, 7:15 – 9PM to 1AM – The Square (R) LIVE MUSIC & DANCING! Fri 4:00, 7:00 Sat-Sun 1:00, 4:00, 7:00 Mon-Wed 4:00, 7:00 Thurs 4:00 Saturday • Dec. 16 THE HWY. 97 BAND 175 N. 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FRI..DEC. 15 SAT...DEC. 9 Paulina Springs Books Author Reading with Larry Peterson 6 p.m. Peterson will read from and sign his newst book, “American Trinity: Jefferson, Custer, and the Spirit of the West.” Free, with refreshments! 541-549-0866 or paulinasprings.com. The Belfry Live Music with Hillstomp! 8 p.m. $12 online at bendticket.com or $15 at the door. For additional information call 541-815-9122 or go to belfryevents.com. 142 E. Main Ave. Three Sisters Lions Club Holiday Faire 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 7th annual event and fundraiser with handmade items from local vendors. Check out the new location next to The Hair Cache! Email: ckunc@aol.com. SUN...DEC. 10 FivePine Conference Center Breakfast with Santa! 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Includes storytime, picture time with Santa, and breakfast buffet. $17 adults, $12 kids 3-12 (free ages 2 & younger). Reservations are required at 54-549-5900. The Belfry Country Dance Night with Dry Canyon Stampede 7 to 8 p.m. lessons, 8 to 10 p.m. dance. 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