By Jack Zoller

sports @ goBEACONnews . com

Indiana Announces InSideOut Initiative Partnership

Indiana has been named the next state to be involved with The InSideOut Initiative and implement the teachings and progress of the newly developed program thanks to the support of the Indianapolis Colts .

The landscape of youth athletics has seen a shift in ideology and structure in recent years , with a transition from opportunities from recreational fun and focus on the development of the individual , to performance driven , ultra-competitive and results based teams and leagues across the country . In seemingly all sports , there has been a dramatic rise in the number of elite leagues , and traveling programs aimed at providing opportunities for select youth to develop their game and prepare for a jump to the next level .

While there is nothing wrong with healthy competition , one could argue that this competitive structure even sets the stage for a competitive nature later in life . The problem with a system solely aimed at developing athletes for collegiate and professional levels is that less than three percent of high school athletes advance to the collegiate level , and only about one percent of those select few make the

leap to the next stage , according to InSideOutInitiative . org .

Backed by the NFL Foundation and piloted in 2015 statewide in Texas and Colorado , The InsideOut Initiative is " a nonprofit aimed at transforming the “ win‐at‐all‐costs ” sports culture in communities across the country . The focus of the organization is to redevelop the culture of youth athletics , with an emphasis on coaches and athletics supporters working with athletes to develop both competitors as well as people .

A press release by the IHSAA outlined the purpose of the program ; “ For sports to provide students with human growth opportunities and moral development , we must move beyond defining success by the scoreboard and create space in the culture for a higher purpose ,” says In- SideOut Initiative co‐founder and executive director , Jody Redman . “ The InSideOut Initiative provides a blueprint for systemic change — and guides communities into reframing the purpose of sports , and building a system that focuses on the development of the educational , social and emotional well‐being of each student‐ athlete .”

With the partnership school boards , superintendents , administrators , athletic directors , coaches , parents and school communities will be receiving training and will begin " implementing policies , strategies and procedures to hire , train , evaluate and support transformational coaches ."

The IHSAA is in the process of evaluating individuals throughout the state to lead the program and introduce

The InSideOut Initiative to their communities .

Photos and quotes provided by IHSAA press release .

Invitational Headlined by Trojan Runners

The boys ’ and girls ’ East Central High School Cross Country Teams showed that they are indeed forces to be reckoned with this season as they were among the headline performances at the Rushville Invitational . The invitational is one of the largest of the year and schools are broken down to compete by school size , leaving East Central among powerhouse programs in Indiana in the " big school " division .

The Lady Trojans runnersup out of 11 teams , only being following short of Indianapolis Cathedral , who dominated the standings all day . Their performance was encouraging and showed the strides the Lady Trojans have taken after they finished third in the invitational just a year ago . Individually , the Lady Trojans team was led by Abby Bittner who took 4th place overall in a time of 20:33 . Lauren Greiwe ran a fast race and took 8th followed by her teammate , and newcomer to the sport , Emmy Fey in 9th . Lily Greiwe and Emilee Wedding finished out the scoring Trojans in 15th and 17th . This is the second time that the Lady Trojans have placed second in a big meet and the second time they were able to get all of their top 5 scoring runners in the top 20 positions .

The boys ’ team placed 4th with state ranked Indianapolis Cathedral and Jennings County in the first two team positions and New Palestine in 3rd . The boys ’ race was won by Cole Hocker in 16:15 and the girls ’ race was won by Gilliam Cridge in a time of

The Trojan boy ' s and girls ' programs are off to a strong start this season with top 5 finishes at the Rushville Invitational .

19:17 .

The boys ’ team was led by Garrett Ardis who was leading the pack for the entire first kilometer . He was eventually overcome by the state contending Irish and Panthers and placed 11th in a time of 17:36 . This is the second race that Ardis has led for the Trojans , and right behind him were seniors , and twin brothers , Kaleb ( 13th ) and Kameron Geisen ( 16th ). Andrew White ( 19th ), also a senior was not far behind ; all of these men ran under 18 minutes . This too was a showing of how much the program has improved as there was not one Trojan under the eighteen- minute barrier a year ago . The fifth runner for the Trojans was Kyle Gutfreund in 36th

place . It will be essential for the Trojan ’ s success to close the gap between the 4th and 5th runner . Kyle has made great improvements and shows potential .

Trojan assistant coach Fr . Jonathan Meyer noted about the day ; " Overall it was a great day of racing ; 11 out of the 16 boys and 7 out of the 11 girls ran their season best times on the course . The girls placed higher as a team in the team standings and both teams ran substantially faster this year than last year as individuals ; some of them dropping over two minutes in their times ."

Best of luck to both programs as they look to build on their early success this season .

Race information provided by Fr . Jonathan Meyer

April 1 - Dec 30 – Hillforest Victorian House Museum - Open for 61st Touring Season - 213 Fifth Street , Aurora . For more information : 812 926-0087 or www . hillforest . org .

October 1 – Tri-State Antique Market - 7AM- 3PM , Lawrenceburg Fairgrounds , U . S . Route 50 , Lawrenceburg . Indiana ’ s largest antique and vintage only collectibles market . Indoors and outdoors , rain or shine . Approximately 200 dealers each month . Admission : $ 3.00 / adults 18 and older . General info : 513-738-7256 . Vendor info : 513-702-2680 www . lawrenceburgantiqueshow . com

October 4 - 7 – Aurora Farmer ’ s Fair - Downtown street of Aurora , Indiana . Four stages throughout the town with live music , an exhibit hall at the Lion ’ s Club Building , rides , food , a King & Queen contest and a huge street parade on Saturday morning . Information 812-926-2176 or www . aurorafarmersfair . org .

October 5 , 12 , 19 , 26 – Aurora Marketplace a Celebration of Local Craftsmanship - 6PM- 9PM , Gabbard Riverfront Park - 2nd & Judiciary , Aurora , IN . Food producers , prepared food vendors , crafters , artisan-only vendors , non-profit vendors , entertainment and educational programs . Sponsored by Main Street Aurora / 812-926-1100 .

October 5-7 , 12-14 – Junkin ’ Trail Extravaganza - 16 Dearborn County shops are open 10AM-5PM each day at each shop . Make it a day trip with family or friends ! Special sales / discounts offered at each shop . 800-322-8198 or www . visitsoutheastindiana . com .

October 6 & 13 – Bright Farmer ’ s Market - 3PM- 6:30PM . Bright Christian Church parking lot . 24457 State Line Road , Bright , Indiana . Locally grown produce , meats , eggs , plants , jams , jellies , baked goods , soaps and hand crafted items . 812-623-8184 or www . facebook . com / farmersmarketbright .

October 6 - 7 – St . Leon Oktoberfest - Hosted by St . Joseph American Legion Post 464 , 28866 Post 464 Road , Brookville . ( St . Leon ). 4PM-Midnight Friday ; 3PM-Midnight Saturday . German atmosphere with live German music , beer , food , games and pie auction . Info : 812-623-5874

October 6 – Sinbad at Lawrenceburg Event Center - 8PM at Lawrenceburg Event Center , 91 Walnut Street , Lawrenceburg . Sponsored by Hollywood Casino , Lawrenceburg . www . hollywoodindiana . com / entertainment . Complimentary shuttle service from the casino to the Event Center . Tickets : www . ticketmaster . com .

October 7-22 – Lobenstein Farm Pumpkin Festival - 10:00AM-7:00PM , 29703 Post 464 Road , St . Leon , Indiana . Visit one of southeast Indiana ’ s largest pumpkin festivals the first three weekends of October . Pumpkin picking , wagon rides , farm animals , corn and hay mazes , crafters and homemade food . Pick your own pumpkin from a large selection in the fields . Information : 513-582-0762 / Kim Callahan or see Lobenstein ’ s facebook page .

October 7-14 – Lawrenceburg Farmer ’ s Market - 9AM-1PM , Newtown Park , US Route 50 ( Eads Parkway ), Lawrenceburg . Sponsored by Lawrenceburg Main Street . Some of the products available are : produce , flowers , plants , eggs , honey , herbs , jams , jellies , baked goods , hand crafted items and more . For more information , 812-537-4507 or stop in at 118 Walnut Street . www . thinklawrenceburg . com

October 7 – Make & Take a Pumpkin Centerpiece - 11am - 12pm , Casey ’ s Outdoor Solutions , 21481 Stateline Road , Bright , IN 47025 . Our floral designer will guide the class in how to creat a festive and colorful pumpkin centerpiece perfect for adding a touch of fall to your home decor . All supplies will be provided . $ 25 - reservations required - deadline is October 4th . Reserve your seat by calling 812-537-3800 or submit the online form . www . caseysoutdoor . com

October 13-21 – Southeastern Indiana Art Guild Fall Art Show - Lawrenceburg Public Library , 150 Mary Street . Members art show and sale during normal library hours ( closed Sunday ). Everyone is invited to the opening reception Friday , October 13 , from 2-4PM in the Stegner Train Depot . Artwork can be viewed throughout the library . Free admission . Information : 812-221-1252 / Chris Campbell .

October 14 – Beer , Bands & BABA-Q - 11AM-7PM , Bright Volunteer Fire Department , Salt Fork Road , Bright . Bright Area Business Association ( BABA ) is teaming up with Eagle Country 99.3 FM , to present the first annual Beer , Bands & BABA-Q . The event benefits multiple non-profit organizations in and around the Bright area . Scheduled are live music from local bands , beverages from local breweries and wineries , and activities for children in the KidZone . For more information : www . eaglecountryonline . com / event / beer-bands-baba-q .

October 14 , 21 – Hillforest ’ s Lingering Spirits Paranormal Investigation - 8:00PM Hillforest Victorian House Museum , 213 Fifth Street , Aurora . 8PM-Midnight . Be a ghost hunter for an evening and participate in a paranormal investigation of Hillforest with members of Proof Paranormal . Reservations are limited . $ 40.00 / Members ; $ 50.00 / Non-members . 812-926-0087 or www . hillforest . org .

October 21 – Relay for Life Craft Show in Aurora - 9AM-3PM at Aurora Lion ’ s Club , corner of Second & Main Streets . Annual Fall craft show with a variety of arts and crafts vendors . Proceeds benefit Relay for Life of Dearborn & Ohio Counties . For more information : tina-disbro @ comcast . net or 812-532- 0742 / Tina Disbro

October 21 – John Michael Montgomery at Lawrenceburg Event Center - 8PM at Lawrenceburg Event Center , 91 Walnut Street , Lawrenceburg . Sponsored by Hollywood Casino , Lawrenceburg . Tickets at www . ticketmaster . com . Complimentary shuttle service from Hollywood Casino . www . hollywoodindiana . com / entertainment

October 26 – Aurora Ghost Walk - 7PM & 8PM - Sponsored by Aurora Main Street Association . Tour the streets of Aurora after dark with historian Jim Waldon . Learn of the unseen inhabitants of the historic town . Included in the tour is a low-light tour of Hillforest Victorian House Museum and refreshments . $ 10 per person . Reservations : 812-926-1100 . www . aurora . in . us

October 27-28 – Hillforest ’ s Mystery at the Mansion Dinner Theater - 6:30PM , Hillforest Victorian House Museum , 213 Fifth Street , Aurora . Rivertown Players presents an original presentation of The Thunderstorm , on either Friday or Saturday night . A delicious three course dinner is included and is served in the Hillforest parlors . $ 40.00 / members ; $ 45.00 / non-members . Reservations are required by calling 812-926-0087 or visiting www . hillforest . org .

October 28 – Understanding Bats - 11AM-12PM , Casey ’ s Outdoor Solutions , 21481 Stateline Road , Bright , IN 47025 . Educational for all ages . Friend or foe ? Our instructor will discuss bat behavior and how these gentle mammals benefit us . Refreshments will be provided and enjoy 15 % off bat houses the day of the class . Cost : $ 5.00 . Due to limited seating , reservations are required and the deadline is October 25th . Reserve your seat by calling 812-537-3800 or submit the online form . www . caseysoutdoor . com

October 28 – At The Barn Winery - Live Music with Boomerang - 7PM-9PM . 4152 North Dearborn Road , Logan , Indiana , 47025 . Various artists entertain on either Friday , Saturday or Sunday evenings . Music begins at Boomerang is a 60 ’ s and 70 ’ s classic rock band . Cheese trays available on music nights or bring your own snacks and a lawn chair . The winery is family friendly . Please no carry in alcohol . For more information call Debby Stutz at 513-310-8810 or atthebarnwinery @ gmail . com .

Dearborn County Convention , Visitor and Tourism Bureau 320 Walnut Street Lawrenceburg , Indiana 47025 1-800-322-8198