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Jim von Lossow's professional artwork says it all - California wins!
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A big thnx to Martin Pool for once again formulating the winning pairings as well as being responsible for the nifty medals slung on the Californian's necks!
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NorCal team celebration
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Thank you Steve and Cindy Wilt of Medford, for graciously hosting our Saturday night gala. Seen here strumming w/ our own Michael Scott.
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The Medford Tribune, wrote up a nice article here:
www.mailtribune.com/news/20171021/hicko ... and-cleeks
Northwest hickory players has a well written recap here:
www.nwhickoryplayers.org/northwest-hick ... os-results
The dates of Sept 22nd & 23rd, as well as returning to Centennial, are being considered for next year's battle.
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