Page 4 - Chehalis Tribal Newsletter - April, 2018
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BASKETBALL
From page 1
Youth Center Manager
Tony Medina held a raffle
to give those who came an
opportunity to win a prize.
He also supplied children
with basketballs to play with.
After the game, they were able
to have the Harlem Crowns
players autograph them.
The Chehalis Stars showed
off their skills by competing was to “stay clean and sober “You don’t have to choose new things. Be successful
against the Harlem Crowns. through sports.” basketball. If it is something by chasing your dreams and
Richie Delgado and Veteran Other players shared their you love to do, practice and goals. Stay away from the bad
David Bird volunteered as success stories and how they dedicate your time to become influences that will lead to
referees. David knew what was view basketball as a gift. the best you can be at it. It failure,” he explained.
going to happen, but Richie They chose the game, which can be another sport, music, At the end of the game, our
was in stitches as the Crowns helped them rise above their art, native dance, drumming Chehalis Stars came out on
pulled jokes on him. circumstances and find success. and singing, carving or being the losing end. Luckily, it was
“I had a hard time. They Harlem Crowns player part of your local canoe family. about having fun. Kids and
had me laughing so hard. It Melvin Blacketer is a Nisqually You just have to discipline adults were beaming after the
was fun,” Richie said. tribal member. He shared life yourself, learn it, practice it laughter-filled evening.
skills he learned while growing and do the things required to Special thanks to Tony and
The message up on the reservation and stay sharp, in shape to achieve his staff for arranging such a
During the half-time show, while participating in sports. them. Don’t be afraid to try wonderful event!
players introduced themselves CLOCKWISE FROM
to the Chehalis community. TOP LEFT: The
Team Captain Herb Scaife Jr., Fabulous Harlem
shared with the community Crowns played
and children a little about practical jokes
himself and what drives him on referees. The
to perform with the Harlem team was joined
Crowns. He enjoys playing by community
a game he loves and having members to draw
fun doing it while spreading out laughs. Youth
a strong message to young take turns ducking
people. Navigating inner-city for cover during
life in California is a tough a basketball
way to grow up with gangs, shooting spree.
violence, drugs and alcohol. Fans of all ages
Playing basketball kept Herb enjoyed the
away from bad influences and impressive show.
gave him a chance to grow up.
His message to everyone
