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Middlef ield Cardinal Boys Golfers Start Strong By Alan Kornspan sports@karlovecmedia.com Golf is Not a Game of Perfect and Golf is a Game of Confidence are two classic texts written by former University of Virginia sport psychology professor and mental performance coach to numerous PGA Tour winners Dr. Bob Rotella. And just as Dr. Rotella described, the Cardinal boys golf team has had success this season playing to its strengths and staying confident. Most recently, this approach led the Huskies to three victories: over the Windham Bombers (Sept. 9), Chalker Wildcats (Sept. 10) and Maplewood Rockets (Sept. 11). At Pleasant Hills Golf Course on Senior Night, the Huskies defeated the Bombers, 171-210. A highlight of this match: seniors Bryce Blystone and Blake Strever both eagled the final hole. Blystone's eagle on the final hole gave him an excellent round of 38, just two over par, to lead all golfers. In getting it, Blystone completed a round in which he said his driver and approach shots were good, but his putting could have been a bit better. He did not let that effect his play as he approached the last hole. Blystone said he hit his approach shots well throughout the round. In addition, his distance and direction
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Cardinal Junior Evan Jones had an excellent week on the links with a low round of 39 against the Maplewood Rockets as he helped lead the Huskies to a 13-1 record.
with his driver were excellent as he averaged around 280 yards off the tee and did not miss a fairway. “I felt really good about my driver,” he said. “I've been feeling really good about my driver all year. When I'm hitting my driver well and my wedges well, I just have a lot more confidence going at the hole.” With confidence flying high, he approached the final tee. “I hit a perfect drive right down the middle, left myself like 210 in,”
Blystone said. “I love that yardage — that's my perfect five iron yardage — and I told my coach, 'I'm going to hit this close, I feel like I'm going to hit this close.' “Then, I hit a really good shot. I left myself like two and a half, three feet for the eagle, and I made the putt.” Although Blystone's eagle putt had some break to it, he felt confident because of his experience and understanding of the greens — and
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confidence was key as he drained the eagle putt. “I just kept my confidence and tried to stay as calm as I could,” he said. After Blystone's eagle, Blake Strever did the same on the final hole. Strever said he hit a good drive See Golf • Page 4
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DDC Clinic to Showcase Rare Genetic Research And Care at Discovery Day Open House Staff Report DDC Clinic – Center for Special Needs Children is inviting the community to experience its groundbreaking work during the annual Discovery Day Open House, set for Thursday, Sept. 25, from 3-6 p.m. at its facility, 14567 Madison Road. The free event will feature tours of the clinic’s research laboratories, live demonstrations and a chance to meet the physicians, researchers and staff whose work is making a difference for children with rare genetic conditions. Attendees will also be able to explore the clinic’s Heart Center and learn about the tools used in diagnosis and care.
Sharing Knowledge, Advancing Care
Presentations will be given by Medical Director Dr. Heng Wang and Executive Director Eli Miller, who will highlight how DDC Clinic’s mission extends from serving local Amish and non-Amish families in Geauga County to collaborating with medical researchers nationwide. “Rare genetic disorders don’t just affect individual families, they challenge the medical system as a whole,” Wang said. “Here in Middlefield, we are developing innovative approaches that are helping children across the country.”
Community Roots, Global Reach
Founded in 2002, DDC Clinic was created through the vision of local families, physicians and supporters who recognized the need for specialized care close to home. Today, the clinic is internationally recognized for its unique medical model: combining patient care, research and community engagement under one roof. Families who come through its doors often face long, uncertain journeys to diagnosis. By focusing on rare diseases—many of which are more prevalent in the Amish population—the clinic has become a
beacon of hope, not only to patients in Northeast Ohio but to families worldwide.
Invitation to Participate
The Discovery Day Open House will also include refreshments, children’s activities and opportunities for guests to support the clinic’s mission. Free parking is available on-site. Those interested in attending are asked to RSVP by Sept. 19 by calling 440-632-1668. Additional details can be found at ddcclinic. org.
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