SDSU MEN’S GOLF TAKES NINTH AT ARIZONA NIT
Printer-friendly version Aztec sophomore Christian Banke ties for 23rd individually Source: goaztecs.com Photo courtesy goaztecs.com March 19, 2019 (Tuscon) – The San Diego State men’s golf team finished in ninth place at the Arizona National Invitational Tournament after carding a collective 5-under-par 283 on Tuesday during the final round at the OMNI Tucson National Golf Club. Despite posting a collective red figure for the second straight round, the Aztecs were unable to gain ground on the leaders, completing their fourth event of the spring with a 54-hole total of 10-under 854 on the par-72, 7,200-yard Catalina Course. Arizona State, which captured the team championship at SDSU’s own Lamkin San Diego Classic last week, cruised to another title on Tuesday after finishing at 50-under 814, while USC (-29) was a distant second, followed closely by Oklahoma (-28), Colorado State (-25) and Iowa State (-24). Individually, the Aztecs were paced by Christian Banke (Danville, Calif.), who climbed seven places on the leaderboard into a tie for 23rd at 4-under 212 after shooting a final-round 70. The SDSU sophomore sank three birdies, including a successful drain on his finishing hole at the par-5 10th after making eagle on the par-5, 587-yard No. 8. However, three bogeys down the stretch on the sixth, seventh and ninth greens prevented a loftier perch. In addition, Leo Oyo (Tokyo, Japan) remained in the same position where he started the day, tying for 37th at 1-under 215 on the heels of a 72. The Aztec freshman shook off a double bogey on his first hole at No. 10, recording three birdies and 13 pars against one additional bogey. Among his conversions was an impressive make on the par-3, 247-yard No. 7, which ranked as the most difficult holes of the tournament. Meanwhile, Joey Moore (Billings, Mont.) matched Banke with a 70 to jump eight places into the 51st spot at 2-over 218. The SDSU freshman rebounded from an opening bogey on the par-4 No. 9 by notching a team-high six birdies, including three straight on his back nine. However, a bogey at No. 18 and another one on his finishing hole at the par-5 eighth precluded a steeper ascent. Elsewhere, Puwit Anupansuebsai (Nakhon Phanom, Thailand) made a modest gain of his own, moving up five spots into 54th at 3-over 219 after shooting his second consecutive 71. The Aztec sophomore offset three bogeys with four birdies, including a successful drain on the par-4, 428-yard No. 16, which ranked as the fourth-toughest hole of the week. Rounding out the Scarlet and Black delegation was Newport Laparojkit (Montebello, Calif.), who logged a final-round 77 to slip 16 places into a tie for 59th at 5-over 221. Despite four birdies, including three on his back nine, the SDSU junior was plagued by a rash of seven bogeys, as well as a double bogey on the par-3 fourth. Arizona State’s Alex del Rey (-17) shot a final-round 66 to claim medalist honors by one stroke over second-round leader Justin Suh of USC (-16), while fellow Sun Devil teammate Won Jun Lee (-15) landed in the third spot, followed by Jordan Sanders of North Texas (-12). San Diego State returns to the fairways next week when it ventures to the Pacific Northwest for the Duck Invitational March 25-26 at Emerald Valley Golf Club in Creswell, Ore. Arizona NIT Tucson, Ariz. Final Results OMNI Tucson National G.C. Catalina Course Par 72, 7,200 yards Team Standings (Top 5 of 16 teams) 1. Arizona State 280-263-217—814 (-50) 2. USC 279-270-286—835 (-29) 3. Oklahoma 280-276-280—836 (-28) 4. Colorado State 280-281-278—839 (-25) 5. Iowa State 282-280-278—840 (-24) — 9. San Diego State 289-282-283—854 (-10) Individual Leaders (Top 6 of 84 players + SDSU) 1. Alex del Rey, Arizona State 69-64-66—199 (-17) 2. Justin Suh, USC 66-64-70—200 (-16) 3. Won Jun Lee, Arizona State 70-66-65—201 (-15) 4. Jordan Sanders, North Texas 70-62-69—204 (-12) T5. Trevor Werbylo, Arizona 70-62-73—205 (-11) T5. Chun An Yu, Arizona State 69-65-71—205 (-11) — T23. Christian Banke, SDSU 70-72-70—212 (-4) T37. Leo Oyo, SDSU 73-70-72—215 (-1) T51. Joey Moore, SDSU 71-77-70—218 (+2) 54. Puwit Anupansuebsai, SDSU 77-71-71—219 (+3) T59. Newport Laparojkit, SDSU 75-69-77—221 (+5) Final results Printer-friendly version
HELIX WATER BOARD TO HEAR FINAL REPORT ON COMPENSATION STUDY AT PUBLIC WORKSHOP MARCH 27
Printer-friendly version Source: Helix Water District March 19, 2019 (La Mesa) – On March 27, 2019, the Helix Water District Board of Directors will hear the final report on the compensation and benefits study conducted for the district by Reward Strategy Group. The public workshop will begin at 6:00 p.m. on March 27 at Helix’s administration office, 7811 University Avenue in La Mesa. The survey compares the salaries for 54, or approximately half, of Helix’s employee classifications, from customer service representative to civil engineer, to the salaries for similar positions at 23 other public agencies in Southern California, including water districts, cities, the County of San Diego and State of California positions within San Diego County. The survey shows that the salaries of almost 70 percent of Helix’s employee classifications are reasonably competitive, with the district’s current salary range maximums falling within plus or minus five percent of the median. “The results are consistent with our past compensation surveys. Helix is in the middle of the pack of public agencies,” said Helix General Manager Carlos Lugo. The survey also shows that Helix has an appropriately competitive benefits package compared to both the public sector and the private sector. “Our strategy is to offer competitive salaries, not the highest salaries, and to point to the quality of our workforce, culture and performance to attract top talent to Helix,” added Lugo. “With baby boomers retiring, the competition for talent is heating up. But we have to balance the needs of our employees and our customers.” Helix conducts a compensation survey every two years. This year, the board requested that a third-party consultant complete the survey and the district retained RSG. The San Diego-based firm has provided compensation and human resources consulting for over 30 years. Helix Water District provides water treatment and distribution for 275,000 people in the cities of El Cajon, La Mesa and Lemon Grove, the community of Spring Valley and areas of Lakeside — east of downtown San Diego. Helix also provides treated water to neighboring Padre Dam, Otay and Lakeside water districts. Printer-friendly version
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: CATCHING A WHOPPER AT LAKE JENNINGS
Printer-friendly version East County News Service March 19, 2019 (Lakeside) – Steven Scouten sent in this photo of his son, Justin, with a large-mouth bass caught at Lake Jennings in Lakeside this past week. “It’s 10 pounds—his personal best,” Scouten says. You can find more information about fishing, including special fishing events, at Lake Jennings by visiting http://www.lakejennings.org/. The largest large-mouth bass ever caught worldwide weighed in at 22 pounds 4 ounces in Montgomery Lake, George in 1932 – a record that took over seven decades to tie, but which has never been surpassed, according toGame & Fish Magazine. Printer-friendly version
“RAINBOW DANCE PARTY” PLANNED TO COUNTER WESTBORO, HATE GROUP PICKETING HIGH SCHOOLS MARCH 25
Printer-friendly version East County News Service March 19, 2019 (San Diego’s East County) – Activists have announced plans for a “Rainbow Dance Party” to counter picketing by the hate group Westboro Baptist Church on Monday, March 25th. The counter-protesters will begin their event at 6:45 a.m. at El Cajon Valley High School, shortly before Westboro’s picketing starts at 7 a.m. Then the rainbow dancers and marchers will proceed to Monte Vista High School in Spring Valley, arriving before Westboro’s picketing at 8:30 and remaining until 9:30 a.m. As ECM reported, Westboro Baptist Church has been designated a hate group by the Anti-Defamation League and by the Southern Poverty Law Center. The cult-like group has gained notoriety for its “picketing ministry” at which members hold signs bearing messages such as “God Hates Fags,” Thank God for Dead Soldiers,” “Jews Killed Jesus,” and “Thank God for 9/11.” The group has been banned from entering some foreign countries, including Canada and the United Kingdom. They have also protested at funerals of soldiers and slain Sandy Hook Elementary school students. It is unclear who set up the Facebook page for the planned rainbow counter-protest event. The Facebook page states: “Why, you ask? Who knows. We can’t look for reasons in what these people do. I know that their prerogative is to instigate people into lawsuits, while spreading their hateful, anti-LGBTQ rhetoric. But the fact of the matter is that their hateful signs and slogans hurt our community.” The post continues, “So how should we respond? How about with a Rainbow Dance Party Parade? How about with bright costumes, funny signs, music, kazoos and balloons. Let’s show the world that love conquers hate, and take some joy in trolling this hateful group. We’re not going to let high school students go start their day seeing these picketers and feeling bad about the world they live in. We’re going to show up and send a message to ignore Westboro Baptist Church. They are the hate-filled minority. Love will win! So get pumped! Bring music! Bring your kids! Bring signs! Dress up! Or just bring yourself because you are fabulous just the way you are. ♥ We will have kazoos, snacks, balloons, and be ready for a fun-filled morning of being fabulous in the face of hate. Westboro has been denounced by the world’s largest Baptist organizations as well as by many mainstream Christian churches, conservative Fox News commentator Bill O’Reilly and liberal activist Michael Moore, among others. Westboro’s targets are broad; one of their new posters reads “Most people go to hell.” Westboro’s website lists the picketing events but does not state why specifically the group is targeting two high schools in San Diego’s East County with large minority populations. Westboro did not respond to our email requesting comment. Grossmont Union High School District director of public affairs and legislative relations Catherine Martin told ECM, “We’re not participating in any way. This action was brought to our attention by law enforcement. We’re having conversations with the El Cajon Police Department and the Sheriff’s Department (RSD Station) to ensure safe passage of our students to school that morning. They have plans in place to ensure order and safety.” Local civil rights leaders voiced outrage upon hearing of Westboro’s plans. “This is appalling. We have no room for hate in El Cajon,” Latino rights leader Estela de los Rios at CSA told ECM. De los Rios says she has been actively involved in efforts to reduce bullying at El Cajon Valley High School, adding that “children of color are treated differently regarding bullying,” with children of Mexican and Middle Eastern heritage most negatively impacted. Rev. Shane Harris, national president of the People’s Alliance for Justice, offered a national perspective on Westboro’s picketing in cities and towns across the U.S. “We stand against any kind of message of hate, no matter who it is against.” He added, “Their message is not God’s message of unity.” Printer-friendly version
CALIF. BILL WOULD BAN COSMETICS WITH CHEMICALS LINKED TO CANCER OR REPRODUCTIVE HARM
Printer-friendly version East County News Service March 19, 2019 (Sacramento) — Landmark legislation introduced today would ban the use in cosmetics sold in California of 20 highly toxic chemicals known to cause cancer, reproductive harm or hormone disruption. Assembly Bill 495, authored by Assemblymembers Al Muratsuchi (D-Torrance) and Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland), states that cosmetics products containing toxic chemicals like mercury, lead, phthalates, formaldehyde, triclosan and the fluorinated compounds known as PFAS are “adulterated cosmetics” that may not be sold in California. The legislation is sponsored by Environmental Working Group and CALPIRG. “Toxic chemicals that cause cancer or reproductive harm have no place in any consumer products, especially those that adults and children alike apply to their bodies every day,” said Susan Little, EWG’s senior California advocate for government affairs. “This common-sense proposal is exactly what is needed to clean up the cosmetics aisle so that Californians can be assured their makeup, soap and shampoos don’t include harmful chemicals.” “Many cosmetics companies are already reformulating their products to exclude these dangerous chemicals, but it’s important to establish a floor other companies can’t drop below,” said EWG President Ken Cook. If AB 495 becomes law in California, Cook said, it could mean safer cosmetics choices throughout the nation. “No cosmetics CEO would make a product with a cancer-causing chemical ingredient that could not be sold in California, the fifth-largest economy in the world,” he predicted. The cosmetics industry is an $86 billion business as of 2017, making American the world’s largest cosmetics market. The industry has long contended that complaints about chemicals in their unregulated products are based on questionable science. “There is kind of a chemophobia in the U.S. – if it’s a chemical, a man-made chemical, it must be bad,” said Curtis Klaassen, former president of the Society of Toxicology and chair of Pharmacology, Toxicology and Therapeutics at the Kansas University Medical Center, USA Today reported last year. But the bill’s author notes that some ingredients in cosmetics have already been proven to be carcinogens or to cause reproductive harm. Many are banned in other products and some are prohibited in cosmetics sold in other nations or on shelves of certain stores. “Californians deserve to know whether the cosmetic products they purchase in the state are not harmful to their health,” said Assemblymember Muratsuchi. “While cosmetic products sold in the U.S. are largely unregulated, other nations — and even retailers — have proactively banned or restricted the use of hundreds or thousands of cosmetic ingredients. AB 495 will protect consumers by banning the sale in California of cosmetics containing known carcinogens, reproductive toxins, and endocrine disruptors that are harmful to human health.” “Most of us, including me, use cosmetics on a daily basis,” said Assemblymember Wicks. “Some still contain chemicals that are harmful to our bodies. AB 495 will protect consumers so that we can continue to use our favorite products without worrying about what’s in our mascara.” “No one knowingly wants to use face powder contaminated with asbestos, lipstick that contains lead, or baby shampoo spiked with formaldehyde,” said Emily Rusch, executive director of CALPIRG. “This bill would give Californians greater assurance that the products we use every day on our bodies are not causing more harm than good.” The full list of the “Toxic Twenty” chemicals that would be banned from use under the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act, include: · Asbestos (a carcinogen). · Lead (a neurotoxin). · Diethylhexyl phthalate (a reproductive and developmental toxicant). · Formaldehyde (a carcinogen). · Formaldehyde releasers (seven carcinogenic chemicals). · Mercury and related compounds (neurotoxins). · Four parabens – isobutylparaben, isopropylparaben, butylparaben and propylparaben (reproductive and developmental toxicants and hormone disruptors). · Toluene (a reproductive and developmental toxicant). · Triclosan (a hormone disruptor). · Carbon black (a carcinogen). · Fluorinated PFAS compounds (carcinogens and developmental toxicants). AB 495 would also expand the enforcement authority of the Department of Public Health’s California Safe Cosmetics Program by requiring that the program report cosmetics containing any of the listed chemicals to the state attorney general. The AG would then be required to investigate and potentially pursue financial and criminal penalties in court. The California Safe Cosmetics Program was established in 2006. It requires major cosmetics manufacturers to provide notification whenever the company sells a cosmetics product that contains a reproductive toxicant or a carcinogen. The program has identified at least 88 different carcinogens and reproductive toxicants intentionally added to cosmetics sold in California. The federal government currently exercises almost no oversight of cosmetics and personal care products. Companies can use virtually any chemical ingredient in products without first having to prove it is safe for people to use. By contrast, more than 40 other nations have prohibited or restricted the use of thousands of chemicals in cosmetics. Even major retailers have created lists of chemicals that may not be used in their own cosmetics brands. The Environmental Working Group is a nonprofit, non-partisan organization that empowers people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment. Through research, advocacy and unique education tools, EWG drives consumer choice and civic action. Printer-friendly version
DESTINATION EAST COUNTY: TOP FESTIVALS AND EVENTS MARCH 23 – APRIL 27
Printer-friendly version East County News Service March 19, 2019 (San Diego’s East County) — This week’s Destination East County includes the 1000 Lights water lantern festival at Santee Lakes, Les Miserables at Steele Canyon High School, Latin vocal star Roberto Carlos at San Diego State University, and Off Broadway Live’s The Bridge in Santee. Plus we’ll have a preview of April activities including Julian Gold Rush Days, Meet the Winemaker Weekend, the Catfish Opener at Santee Lakes, Lake Jennings Spring Carnival, a Star Party at Mission Trails, a Spring EggStravaganza, a warbirds event in El Cajon, Cajon Class Cruise celebrating its centennial season, live music at the San Pasqual Winery Tasting Room in La Mesa, Spring Harp Fest in La Mesa, Earth Day celebrations in La Mesa and Jacumba Hot Springs,a heavenly harp concert near Mission Trails, Lakeside’s Rodeo and Western Days Parade, and a Spring Garden and Butterfly Festival at the Water Conservation Garden. So scroll down for all of these events and many more! 1000 LIGHTS FESTIVAL AT SANTEE LAKES MARCH 23 The 1000 Lights Festival will be held at Santee Lakes on March 23rd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., featuring a beautiful spectacle of twinkling lights from floating lanterns as well as lively entertainment and food. For tickets, visit www.1000LightsFestival.com. LES MISERABLES MARCH 20-24 AT STEELE CANYON HIGH SCHOOL Steele Canyon High School in Spring Valley (12440 Campo Rd.) presents the world’s longest running musical, Les Misérables March 20-24.This modern classic, based on Victor Hugo’s novel, features one of the most memorable musical scores of all time. The production includes live orchestral accompaniment. The musical, set in 19th century France, features Jean Valjean, released from years of unjust imprisonment, as he struggles to start a new life and gain redemption amid turbulent times including a Paris student uprising. Poignant, epic and uplifting, Les Misérables illustrates the triumph of the human spirit epitomized in the song, “Do You Hear The People Sing?” Discount tickets can be reserved and purchased online at www.schscougars.org or at the box office. ROBERTO CARLOS AT SDSU MARCH 24 Roberto Carlos, Brazil’s number one singer, will be performing on Sunday, March 24 at 8 p.m. at the Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at San Diego State University. The Latin music idol revered in many nations for his romantic music and sensual performances returns after five years to stage his “Amor Sin Limite” (Unlimited Love)” in cities across the U.S. Carlos had written over 600 ballads and has recorded duets with Jenifer Lopez and Alejandro Sanz. For tickets ($39 to $149), visit www.BrazilianNites.com or call (818) 566-1111. For more information, visit https://gem.godaddy.com/p/5b84bd. JULIAN GOLD RUSH DAYS APRIL 6-7 The Julian Gold Rush Days festival will take place April 6th and 7th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can try your hand at gold panning, tomahawk throwing, candle making, archery, arts and crafts, hayrides and more at the Julian Farm (4381 Highway 78), or visit the Eagle Peak Mine and Museum to experience the life of a gold miner including a tour inside the mine. Julian’s Doves and Desperados will perform a skit at 2 p.m. in front of the Julian jail. Of course, you can also try some apple pie – the town’s new “gold” drawing tourists from around the world. For tickets and details, visit www.JulianGoldRushDays.com. MEET THE WINEMAKERS WEEKEND APRIL 6-7 April 6th and 7th is also Meet the Winemakers Weekend in Ramona. Participants can enjoy VIP tours at up to six wineries plus dinner by Something Delicious Catering at Reds, Whites and Brews located in the heart of historic downtown Ramona, where you’ll mingle with local wine makers. The two-day event also includes a continental breakfast at Ramona Naturals and snacks by Cheeses from the Cave, plus a souvenir wine glass. For tickets, you can visit www.RamonaValleyVineyards.com. CATFISH OPENER AT SANTEE LAKES APRIL 6-7 The catfish opener at Santee Lakes is set for Saturday and Sunday, April 6 and 7. Two thousand ponds of catfish will be stocked for fishing. Plus there will be tagged fish that you can redeem for prizes, as well as prizes for the five biggest catfish caught. For details, you can visit www.SanteeLakes.com. OFF BROADWAY LIVE’S “THE BRIDGE” CONTINUES NOW THROUGH APRIL 13 IN SANTEE Off Broadway Live theatre in Santee will present “The Bridge”, which opened March 2nd and runs through April 13th. A special showing on March 24th will benefit homeless children and teens at Father Joe’s Villages. The musical focuses on six people whose lives were forever changed by what happened one night on a bridge. The bridge knows their secrets and during a reunion of their high school football championship season, everyone will be there – and the bridge is waiting. For tickets and details, visit https://www.OffBroadwayLive.com. HEAVENLY HARP CONCERT APRIL 14 The San Diego Harp Society will hold its annual advanced students harp recital at the Mission Trails Church, 4880 Zion Avenue, San Diego 92120 on April 14th from 3 – 4 p.m. This is a free concert (for donations) and every dollar collected goes directly to the San Diego Harp Society. Second Sunday Community Concerts and the Mission Trails Church do not take any donated money. The recital will feature the best of the harp repertoire through the years. The San Diego Harp Society has been with our concert series from the start. The concerts were originally held in the auditorium of Mission Trails Regional Park. The first concert was held in late 2010. With the recent move to the new venue, the Harp Society now has a bigger parking lot, a bigger stage area and seating for 145. The Mission Trails Church is happy to have them and the three concerts thus far this year have been well received, LAKE JENNINGS SPRING CARNIVAL APRIL 13 Lake Jennings in Lakeside will host its Spring Carnival on Saturday, April 13th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The kids’ pond will be fully stocked for children under
CRISIS TEAM CALL VOLUME HAS RISEN 60% SINCE 2014: VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT
Printer-friendly version East County News Service March 19, 2019 (San Diego) — Since 2014, the volume of crisis team calls received by Trauma Intervention Programs of San Diego (TIP) has risen by 60%. Last year, TIP responded to 1,199 scenes of tragedy, helping 5,288 residents in our community—and the organization is seeking additional volunteers. “Providing crisis intervention immediately after a tragedy in collaboration and working side by side with emergency response personnel, TIP volunteers add another dimension to the emergency response system: compassionate support,” says Sher DeWeese, executive director. “Tragedy does not discriminate and the need for TIP services will continue to be there.” Specially trained citizen volunteers provide care and support to residents who have been traumatized by a personal tragedy or are in a state of crisis. Often survivors are alone, in shock and dismay following a sudden tragedy. TIP partners with Fire, Law Enforcement, Hospitals and the Medical Examiner’s and offers crisis intervention 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Volunteers are trained to respond to a variety of tragedies to offer support: house fires, natural death, drowning, sudden infant deaths (SIDS), suicide, homicide, community disasters are a few examples. DeWeese attributes the increase in part to partner agencies getting word out about TIP’s service and utilizing volunteers for more than bereavement calls after a death, but also to a rise in factors that may contribute to trauma, such as the opioid crisis. TIP San Diego is continuing to seek skilled compassionate individuals who have an aspiration to give back to their community. Consider being a TIP volunteer today and sign up for an upcoming academy in your area. For more information visit www.TIPSanDiego.org or call 855.TIPSD.HELP. Printer-friendly version
SDSU MEN’S GOLF IN NINTH AFTER DAY ONE AT ARIZONA NIT
Printer-friendly version Aztec sophomore Christian Banke tied for 30th individually Source: goaztecs.com Photo courtesy goaztecs.com March 18, 2019 (Tuscon) – The San Diego State men’s golf team remains in ninth place at the Arizona National Invitational Tournament after shooting a combined 5-under-par 571 during the first two rounds Monday at OMNI Tucson National Golf Club. After opening with a collective 289 on the par-72, 7,200-yard Catalina Course, the Aztecs shot a spring-low 6-under 282 in round two, but still find themselves 13 strokes behind fifth-place New Mexico (-18), while Iowa State (-15) and Colorado State (-15) are tied for sixth, followed closely by host Arizona (-14). SDSU’s top three starters finished the day within two shots of one another, led by Christian Banke (Danville, Calif.), who landed in the 30th position with a 36-hole total of 2-under 142. The Aztec sophomore offset two bogeys and a double bogey with six birdies en route to an opening-round 70. Among his conversions was an impressive drain on the par-4, 436 No. 9, which ranked as the fifth-toughest hole of the day. However, Banke was unable to sustain the momentum in the second round, grinding out a 72 after sinking just three birdies against a trio of bogeys to slip 14 places on the leaderboard. Conversely, Leo Oyo (Tokyo, Japan) and Newport Laparojkit (Montebello, Calif.) each displayed upward mobility between the morning and afternoon sessions. Oyo notched six birdies of his own in round one, but was saddled with a 73, thanks to four bogeys and a triple bogey on the par-5 10th. However, the SDSU freshman minimized the damage on the way to a second-round 70, posting one his three birdies at No. 10 while making 14 pars. With his effort, Oyo climbed four places into tie for 37th at 1-under 143. In addition, Newport Laparojkit (Montebello, Calif.) sits one shot behind Oyo in a tie for 43rd at even-par 144 on cards of 75 and 69. The Aztec junior was plagued by some misfortune in round one, suffering three bogeys and two double bogeys, before cleaning things up in the afternoon. The transfer from South Carolina Beaufort opened with two additional bogeys on his first four holes of the second round but played spot-free golf the rest of the way, logging five birdies and nine pars to finish with the team’s low score of the day. Elsewhere, Puwit Anupansuebsai (Nakhon Phanom, Thailand) and Joey Moore (Billings, Mont.) recorded mirror-opposite rounds before both ended the day in a tie for 59th at 4-over 148. Anupansuebsai stumbled to a 77 in round one, making one birdie against six bogeys, before rebounding with a 71 in the afternoon, highlighted by an eagle at the par-5, 535-yard to go with a trio of birdies. With his rally, the SDSU sophomore fashioned a gain of 16 places in the standings. On the flip side, Moore fired a 71 in the first round, where he drained six birdies, including a successful make on the par-4, 404-yard No. 14, which ranked as the fourth-most difficult hole of the day. The Aztec freshman overcame consecutive bogeys on the 16th and 17th greens with two additional conversions at No. 2 and his finishing hole at No. 4. However, Moore found birdies elusive in the afternoon, carding just one at the par-4 No. 1, before settling for a 77, which precipitated his drop of 35 places on the leaderboard. Arizona State, which captured the team title at the Aztecs’ own Lamkin San Diego Classic last week, shot a whopping 33-under 543 to grab a six-shot lead over USC (-27), while Oklahoma (-20) sits in third, followed by defending tournament champion UNLV (-19). In the race for medalist honors, USC’s Justin Suh (-14) owns a slim two-stroke lead over Arizona’s Trevor Werbylo (-12), while Arizona State’s Alex del Rey (-11) lurks in the third spot, followed by Sun Devil teammate Chun An Yu (-10) and UNLV’s Harry Hall (-10), who are tied for fourth. San Diego State wraps up play at the Arizona NIT with a shotgun start on Tuesday when it tees off alongside Washington State for the final round at 8 a.m. MST/PDT. Arizona NIT Tucson, Ariz. Day One Results OMNI Tucson National G.C. Catalina Course Par 72, 7,200 yards Team Standings (Top 5 of 16 teams) 1. Arizona State 280-263—543 (-33) 2. USC 279-270—549 (-27) 3. Oklahoma 280-276—556 (-20) 4. UNLV 282-275—557 (-19) 5. New Mexico 280-278—558 (-18) — 9. San Diego State 289-282—571 (-5) Individual Leaders (Top 5 of 84 players + SDSU) 1. Justin Suh, USC 66-64—130 (-14) 2. Trevor Werbylo, Arizona 70-62—132 (-12) 3. Alex del Rey, Arizona State 69-64—133 (-11) T4. Chun An Yu, Arizona State 69-65—134 (-10) T4. Harry Hall, UNLV 66-68—134 (-10) — T30. Christian Banke, SDSU 70-72—142 (-2) T37. Leo Oyo, SDSU 73-70—143 (-1) T43. Newport Laparojkit, SDSU 75-69—144 (E) T59. Puwit Anupansuebsai, SDSU 77-71—148 (+4) T59. Joey Moore, SDSU 71-77—148 (+4) Day one results Printer-friendly version