SPORTS FOR JUNE 4th, 2015
Athletes who made a name for themselves
Anthony Anicito Jr., age 69, of Edgewood peacefully passed away on May 23, 2015, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on Sept. 17, 1945, in Newark, N.J., to the late Anthony and Virginia (Restivo) Anicito. Anthony was a United States Armed Forces Veteran stationed in Germany in 1967. He was a member of the Estancia Valley Catholic Parish, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and financial secretary for the Knights of Columbus Council 10835 in Moriarty. Anthony was also a faithful controller fourth degree member of Holy Child Assembly 3282 in Tijeras. He belonged to B.P.O. Elks # 461 in Albuquerque and had been assistant range master of the N.M. Big Horn Gun Club as well as a member of the National Rifle Association of America. He was also a member of the American Legion for 25 years and member of Post #49 in Albuquerque. Anthony is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Lydia Anicito of Edgewood; son and daughter-in-law, Bob and Monica Anicito of Hillsborough, N.J.; daughter and son-in-law, Bernadette and Jason Hand of Edgewood; and sister Jillian Anicito of Toms River, N.J. Anthony was blessed with eight precious grandchildren: Jonathan, Jason, Jared, Cassandra, Michael, Trinity, Angelina and Kevin. A viewing was held May 27 followed by the reciting of the Rosary at the Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Edgewood. The Celebration of Mass was May 28, also at the Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Interment immediately followed at the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Cemetery in Moriarty. Father Lancaster officiated. Pallbearers were the Knights of Columbus Council 10835 of Moriarty. Harris-Hanlon Mortuary
Low-Key Leader
When he stood to face Clayton’s defensive line, Estancia’s Cesar Quintana showed them no mercy. Time and time again he led the surge of men that ultimately overcame the seasoned defenders and sent them toppling to the field, Quintana riding atop them like a surfer upon a mighty swell. Yet off the field, Cesar is quiet. Soft spoken, aloof, a little lackadaisical. All of his coaches described him as a young man of few words. When he joined the football team in his sophomore year, Quintana didn’t seem quite the leader he would become just two years later. “I wasn’t thinking about football after my freshman year,” Quintana said. “(Coach Stewart) Burnett called me and I came out and that was that.” “We’d heard he was very lazy,” Burnett said. “But he was a very talented kid, very athletic. Very even-keel, he never got too high or too low. When he went into his senior year, we knew we were going to have to rely heavily on him.” Despite his natural talent, Burnett’s program demanded a rigorous workout regime for all players. Quintana said his work ethic regarding the weight-lifting program was lacking, until Burnett offered him a contract. “It was just a little bet,” Quintana said of the contract. “At first it was just, if I made every workout, I would get chili suckers. After a while, it was so that we could all wear visors. Nobody knew about the visors until I’d fulfilled the contract.” “Because he was the captain of the team,” assistant coach J.C. Batts added. “He had to earn it, he had to set that example and that tone.” “On the last day of the summer workouts I was watching the clock, hoping he wouldn’t show up,” Burnett added. “It was a real lesson for me, real outside the box. I guess I learned that if you don’t know what makes a kid tick … ask them.”
LOCAL WEATHER
- Mountianair Farm and Garden Market
The Mountainair Farm and Garden Market is open every Saturday from now until October 17th at the Salinas Pueblo Missions Visitors Center (Hwy 60 and Ripley Avenue) in Mountainair. It will be open from 9 AM to 1 PM or until they run out. For more information call Rebecca at 847-0973. - Arts and Crafts Fair
There is an Arts and Crafts Fair every second Saturday of the month from now until it gets cold. The vendors are showing Jewelry, Clothing, Wood Crafts and many other art and craft items. It’s open from 11 AM to 3 PM in the parking lot across from the Cedar Crest Post Office. For more information call Mike at 281-9512. - Junior Zookeeper Camps for Kids
Wildlife West Nature Park is holding a Junior Zookeeper Camp for Kids, ages 8-12 years old at the following days and times, June 15th -19th, June 22nd – 26th, July 6th-10th and July 13th-17th from 9 a.m. to noon. The camp lets children interact with animals in a safe and educational environment and observe what zookeepers do on a day-to-day basis. Camp fees will apply. For more information call 505-281-7655. - Moriarty Library Game Night
Moriarty Library is sponsoring a Family Game Night every Tuesday from 7 to 9 PM until July 28th. There will be board games as well as computer access for online gaming. No sign-up is required and everyone is welcome. For more information, call 832-2513. - Moriarty Library Teen Night
Moriarty Public Library is sponsoring a “Movie-Making Teens Night” every Thursday from 7 to 9PM until July 23rd. There will be training and hands on experience for teens that are looking into a career in the film making industry. There is no sign-up required and all teens are welcome. For more information, call 832- 2513. - Wildlife West Nature Park
There is a Cowboy Chuck Wagon BBQ every Saturday Night from June 20th through August 29th. There will be live music, BBQ, wildlife and fun for the whole family; Offered by Wildlife West Nature Park in Edgewood. For more information or reservations call 281-7655. - Wildlife West Art Music Festival
The Wildlife West Nature Park, of Edgewood, is hosting the 13th Annual Art and Music Festival July 25thand 26th. Youth are encouraged to apply. It will be open from 1am to 6pm on Saturday and 11am to 4:30pm Sunday. Any artist interested in applying must have their applications in by June 22nd. All forms, including acceptance letters, application, and booth fee, must be mailed no later than July 9th. For more information, call Gayle at (505) 384- 2293. - Town of Estancia/ Old Timer’s Day Cook-off
The town of Estancia is hosting the Annual Old Timer’s Day Dutch Oven Cook-off, Now the CowboyCook’in Cook-off, on July 25th. All cooks are welcome. However, space is limited and registrations must be in by July 15th. Awards for best cookin’ will be presented at Arthur Park. For more information, or to register, call Tommy and Jaci Crosswhite at (505) 384-2579. - Annual HorseShoe Tournament
County Line feed is holding the Annual Horseshoe Tournament on July 18th, at 1700 Howard Cavasos Blvd. just south of the Bethel Store House. Registration is at noon and Tournament will begin at 1 PM. Lunch will be available. All proceeds go to the 4-H Buyers Club. For more information, call (505) 832- 9590. - Estancia Valley Parish VBS Estancia Valley Catholic Parish is bringing a Vacation Bible School to Estancia, St. Peter and St. Paul Hall, July 27th through 30th. There will be games, arts and crafts, songs, and other activities. A free lunch program is provided. For more information, call 832- 6655
- “Take and Bake Enchiladas”
- Edgewood Rich Ford & Edgewood Police Commuity Outreach Fair
- he Edgewood Police Department, along with Edgewood Rich Ford, is hosting the Annual Safety and Community Outreach Fair on August 22nd. The United Blood Services will be there for the “Battle of Badges Blood Drive”. For those who have young children, there will also be DNA kits and a Car seat clinic. For more information, call Traci at (505) 281- 5717
- Mustang Shoot Out
- Torrance County Finance Director Wanted Torrance County is accepting applications for the position of Finance Director. This position is responsible for the overall operation of the County Finance Department. Detailed job specifications can be found at the Torrance County Manager’s Office; 205 9th St. in Estancia. Deadline for applications is July 21st, at 2PM. For more information, call (505) 246- 4752.
- New Mexico Water Rights
- Estancia Bears Little League
- Independent Businesses of Estancia Annual Car Show
8 in. by 8 in. pans of either Green Chili Chicken or Red Chili Beef, Bean, and Potato Enchiladas are being sold to raise money to send Abelino Ortiz to the Youth Bull Riding World Finals in Abiline, Texas. Enchiladas will be delivered to Estancia and nearby areas or can be picked up at the Estancia Park on July 16th, from 5 to 7PM. For more information, or to order, call or text (505) 705- 4757.
Mountainair High School’s Boys Basketball Program is hosting its second Annual “Mustang Shoot Out”, a 3 versus 3 tournament, on July 11th. There will be both a Boy’s and Girl’s Division for kids ages 12 and older. There is an entry fee. For more information, Call Azar Chavez at (505) 321- 2619
New Mexico Attorney General Balderas and water experts will be discussing southern New Mexico priorities and protection of New Mexico’s water rights, and giving a Tour of the Water Resources Research Institute. Tonight, July 9th at 11:30 AM at the NM Water Resources Research Institute, Las Cruces, NM, NMSU Campus: MEDIA SHOULD RSVP TO JAMES HALLINAN @ 505-660-2216
The Estancia Bears Little League is raising money to help with their season. The donations will go directly to the team, and can be used as a tax write-off. For more information, call Coach Candelas at (505) 480- 8657.
The Independent Businesses of Estancia are holding the Fourth Annual Car Show on July 25th. No entry fee; Show is open to Cars, Tractors, Antique Engines, Motorcycles, and RVs 25 years or older. Line up for Old Timer’s Day Parade at the old courthouse, located at 9th and Loring at 8:30 AM. The Car Show is at the Library Parking Lot. Awards Ceremony is at 3 PM. For more information, call Tommy at 384- 2579.