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SpilyayTymoo Warm Springs, Oregon April 8, 1999 11 Spflyay lymoo Sports S & Janell Smith Cr--- I 1 i Jl ; ( AJ'a' $ o"? ' ' v -W S3 f. L. Janell Smith enjoying her workout with friends during the March to Exerciser of the month for March is Janell Smith. She works out around 5 to 6 times a week spending about 6-9 hours doing aerobics, circuit training, walking and running. Janell has been working out for 9 years on a regular basis. When asked what motivated or inspired her she said "At first it was for weight loss, but over time, I realized exercising has more benefits. The more I exercised, the more I inspired myself. I am motivated and inspired by others who exercise and who are continue to make that commitment". Janell feels that she benefits from exercising because it gives her a sense of well-being, higher energy level and a more positive outlook on my mental and physical traits. "Redskins" trademark cancelled NCAI agrees The National Congress of ; American Indians (NCAI) has long ' condemned the use of sports team "mascots" that claim to portray Native Americans and Native cultures in a positive light. For more than four decades NCAI's member tribes have collectively gone on record strongly opposing the use of such mascots. That stance continues as the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board reached its historic decision in the long-standing case to cancel federal protection of the trademark name "Redskins." The case was originally filed in 1992 by seven prominent Native Americans against the Washington professional football organization. The petitioners hope that without federal government certification, the name will be dropped in favor of one that does not offend Native peoples. "I felt very confident in the way that the tribal testimony was presented and I am very pleased with the decision," stated NCAI Executi ve Director Jo Ann K. Chase. "Although this practice continues in a number of communities throughout the Local team participates in Wapato's , A local team from Warm Springs were involved in the 44th Annual All-Indian Tournament of Champions held in Wapato, WA. The Warm Springs team led by James Scott placed 5th in the tourney. The team played on Wednesday, iwaren l against a team rrom Ariee, MTand lost 94-78. , The team then played on thursday against Nespelem, WA and won in a Mini-Marathon set for April The 1999 Kah-Nee-Ta Mini Marathon will be held on Saturday, April 10, 1999. The cost for the event prior to April 10, is $10.00 with a shirt and $5.00 without a shirt. For those paying for a shirt please specify the size you wish to ha ve. On the day of the race the cost is $12 with a shirt ' On the day of the event registration is March Exerciser of the month When asked if she exercises with a goal in mind she said "Yes" and her goals have to be realistic and attainable. They vary depending on the specific types of activities. Some of Che stumbling blocks she runs into are going to lunch with girl friends or being tied up with meetings. She handles these stumbling blocks by "Just saying NO". Other active hobbies include golf, bowling, softball and bike riding. Janell prefers to work out with others, mostly in class instructions. ' She says that family and friends also work out with her on a regular basis. When she was asked if anything exciting ever happened to her while exercising she replies " I've met a lot of people over the years and enjoy country, I hope that with this decision in our favor the Appeal Board will move America closer to a society free from publically condoned racism and discrimination." "These mascots in no way honor Native Americans, they are an unnecessary element of today's society and represent the last vestiges of a time thought long past when stereotypes were commonplace," said Chase. "These mascots and team names serve to perpetuate racism and bigotry toward the African American community. We hope other sports teams with similar mascots and team names recognize the merit of this important decision and respond accordingly." Although in recent years pressure against a number of sports teams at the high school, college and professional levels has been successful, the use of Native American "mascots" continues. To combat such negative stereotypes, NCAI's membership has united in full support of the petition to cancel the "Redskins" trademark, and has received support from other native thriller 89-88. This win put them in the fifth place game which was held on Saturday, March 27. There opponents in the fifth place game was a team from Fort Hall, ID. The game was never close as the Springs team cruised to victory with a score of 98-68. This locked up fifth place for Warm Springs and a good showing for the weekend. will be at the Kah-Nee-Ta village front gate starting at 8:00a.m. The 14.5 begins at 9:00 a.m. The shuttle bus will depart from the village front gate at 8:30a.m. The 10k begins at 10:00a.m. For more information you can contact the Recreation department 553-3243. n if"" Mazatlan that happened In March sharing my success stories with them and visa versa. The community center is a great place to socialize as well as getting a good workout. Janell "words of wisdom" come from one of her health magazines and states " if you only do what you've always done, you will only get what you always got." When I changed my diet and exercise routines, I finally get the results I wanted- permanent weight loss and good health. Helpful Hints: 1) Enjoy your workouts. 2) Eat healthy, but don't deprive yourself of your favorite foods. 3) Change your workout when you get bored or hit a plateau. 4) Challenge yourself, it feels great to overcome these hurdles. 5) Maintain consistency and continuity with your workouts. 6) Make a commitment and stick to it. 7) Willpower is the key! and non-native organizations, including the National Indian Education Association (NIEA) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). The Native American Rights Fund filed an amicus brief on behalf of NCAI and the petitioners' motion for cancellation. Established in 1944, the National Congress of American Indians is the oldest, largest and most representative national Indian organization devoted to promoting and protecting the rights of this country's 2.3 million American Indian and Alaska native people. More than 250 tribes claim active membership in the organization, which is dedicated to the preservation of tribal sovereignty and the continued viability of Indian tribal governments. Engaging the federal government in the executive, legislative and judicial branches, NCAI is involved with all issues and initiatives that may affect Indian tribes and peoples. If you have any questions or if you need further information on this issue contact NCAI at (202) 466-7767, or visit our website at www.ncai.org. Fort Bidwell tourney to be held on April 16-18 The Fort Bidwell Paiute All Indian Basketball Tournament will be held on April 16, 17 and 18 1999, at the Fort Bidwell Rez. CA. The tournament will have 8 Men's & 8 Women's Teams. Awards given will include: First Place-Jackets, Second Place Pullovers, Third Place-Sweatshirts, Consolation T-shirts & All-Tourney-Sweatshirts, Mr. & Ms. MVP Pendelton Jackets, Mr. & Ms. Hustle Pendelton Sport Bags. Entry Fee is $200.00. It is due by April 5, 1999. A half Entry Fee Deposit can be made by due date, to assure your spot in the tournament! Free Breakfast will be served for teams only. For more information Please call: Athena LameBull (530)279-2047. Or write to P.O. Box 111, Fort Bidwell, CA 961 12. Absolutely No Drugs & Alcohol and not responsible for theft, accidents, etc. Vickie Adams to perform at the 67th Annual Toppenish Powwow and Rodeo July 1-4. Courtesy of the Yakama Nation Review lUfrtiNibM - world famous coming ror vicki, wno is rodeo entertainers Leon and Vicki Adams will highglight the 67the annual Toppenish Powwow and Rodeo held July 1-4 in Toppenish, WA. The Adamses have been named the specialty act of the year in Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, most recently in 1 997 The opportunity to work the rodeo in Toppenish will be a home SEVENTH ANNUAL INVITATIONAL OPEN MEN'S UNDER 6 FOOT if you're 6 foot, you're too tall BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT 8 TEAM TRUE DOUBLE ELIMINATION APRIL 10 & 11, 1999 STEVENSON HIGH SCHOOL STEVENSON, WA $225 ENTRY FEE Championship- Jackets & Plaque Runner-up- Hooded Sweatshirts & Plaque 3rd Place- Sweatshirts & plaque 4th Place- T Shirts & Plaque MVP & Hi 3 Points- Sweatshirts All Stars- Gym Bag Sportsmanship- Game Ball Half the Proceeds are shared with the local Food Bank. For more Info- Call Ted Lame Bull at work (541) 386-6363 or at home (509) 427-7011. Lady Vols travel to win two tournaments V,; t NL. ( Lady Vols holding a trophy and a jacket that they won during two tournaments they traveled to 2nd Annual Tygh Ridge rodeo to be held on May 15-16 The 2nd Annual Tygh Ridge All Indian Rodeo will be held on May 1 5 & 1 6, 1999. It will take place 8 miles north on highway 197 from the old Tygh Valley Rodeo Grounds. Events included are Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Bull Riding, Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Calf Roping, Breakaway, Bulldogging, Wild Roadwarriors Biathlon set for April 24, 1999 The Warm Springs Recreation Department and the Kah-Nee-Ta Vacation Resort are cordially inviting you to compete in the Roadwarriors Biathlon on Saturday, April 24, 1999 at Kah-Nee-Ta Vacation Resort. The event will begin at the Kah-Nee-Ta Village at 10:00 a.m. with the novice division starting at 10:00 a.m. Joey Ortiz was the Wellness Coordinator for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs Recreation Department for 3 years. He was an outgoing and energetic person who's personal goal was to get the Washington native. Vicki was alternate Miss Indian America, representing her mother's tribe, the Yakama nation. She was also the Northwest Indian barrel racing champion for many years. Vicki the famous for her renowned dancing horses, well know as a trick and roman rider, and as a trainer of outstanding show and barrel racing horses. ! Hi' v v ' V - ' ' ' Horse Race, and Wild Cow Milking. Entry fee is $50.00. Contestant fee is $10.00. Added per event is $300.00. Books open on May 10-11, from 5 10p.m. Performance times are 1:00pm daily and admission is $5.00 for people over 1 2, $2.50 children 6 thru 12, children under 6 are admitted for community involved in physical fitness activities as much as possible. As a person he worked countless hours, doing extra curricular activities such as; Dressing up for Halloween, being Santa Clause at the local Bazaar, and taking part of all the community activities that was sponsored by the Recreation Department including the Roadwarrior's Biathlon, in which he founded. Joey Ortiz was killed in a single car accident on September 2, 1995. He will be missed dearly and this year would like to honor him for what he has done and accomplished. The competitive course has a 22 Leon Adams also comes from a ranching and rodeo family, and has been a member of the PRCA since 1 964, performing in his first rodeo when he was 12. Adams will bring Geronimo and Apache - roman riding bramas - the only act in the world of its kind. The Adamses have both appeared in movies and train horses, not just for their own an is umnique performances, but for some of the top cowboys and cowgirls in the world. Leon has trained roping and steer wrestling horses for some of the worlds top cowboys, and has hazed for several National Finals steer wrestlers. Advanced ticket information may be obtained by contacting the rodeo office at (509) 865 5313 or 1-800-569-3982 or e mail: toprodeo wolfenet.com. Swim lessons offered at Kah-Nee-Ta The Kah-Nee-Ta Resort is offering swim lessons for children of all ages. The lessons are being given by Kea Cross Certified Instructors. They will begin on April 3 and will last until April 27. There will only be eight classes. The classes are on Tuesdays at 4:30 and on Saturdays at 1:00. The cost is $25 per child. There is a minimum of 6 children per lesson. Maximum of 1 5 per lesson. Space is limited. Call to make reservation or for j more information 553-1112, ext. 3458. i " .... free. Vendors are welcome $50.00 for the weekend. There is camping available. For more information you can contact: Mike or Kitty Filbin (54 1 ) 467-2415. mile biking course with a 10k run to follow, both start and finish at the Kah-Nee-Ta Village. There is also a modified course which is a shorter version with a 15 mile biking course with a 1 0k run to follow, both starting and finishing at the Village. There will be T-Shirts given to all participants and awards to the overall winners in each division. Divisions include; Individual men's and women's. Team- Men's; Women's; Youth; Co-ed. For more information call the Recreation department at (54 1 ) 553 3243 or fax them at (54 1 ) 553-1 36 1 . 4 V