Odessa youth Taekwon-Do team to compete in World Cup
A Odessa youth team prepares for the World Cup in Brighton England October 4 to 7. The group, training since months, includes 13 first timers among 1 600 competitors from diverse backgrounds. Coach Russell Jones stresses strategy and discipline as students balance practice and work.
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Youth and adult team members share world cup dreams
The youth lineup includes Ian Mueller 17 Bri Ellison 17 Lexi Ellison 15 Sam Dennis 15 Logan Dennis 13 Alexis Morales 13 Elijah Garcia 12 and adults ranges 19 to 44 led by Terry Dennis 44 Dewayne Louder 40 Javier Morales 38 Shiram Herrera 37 Heather Morales 36 Chance Rhodes 21 Bradley Forrester 20 Jacob Smith 19. Jones cites perseverance against paid athletes, noting medals prove heart and soul of the team. More at www itsworldcup2012 com.
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Bri Ellison
Lexi Ellison
Sam Dennis
Logan Dennis
Alexis Morales
Elijah Garcia
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Terry Dennis
Dewayne Louder
Javier Morales
Shiram Herrera
Heather Morales
Chance Rhodes
Bradley Forrester
Jacob Smith
Staying young by social life exercise and smart eating
Rush University researchers link visiting friends parties and church with delays in cognitive decline in old age. SeniorAdvantage offers activities for adults 55 plus in Odessa. Emphasizes walking daily and choosing healthier cooking methods to combat disease, alongside volunteering and community service through local resources and churches. Satchel Paige quote closes reflections on aging with mindset.
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HeartMate II gives older heart failure patient new life
Adrienne Blankenship recalls marrying Carter as a lifelong bond. Carter, 71, received the HeartMate II LVAD after FDA approval in 2010, becoming the first U S patient to receive the device for destination therapy. The implant aids blood circulation, with over 10 000 patients treated worldwide and studies showing improved quality of life for older patients.
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