It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Frisco Historic Downtown gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Frisco, TX is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“I have worked for this company for almost 2 and half years and it has been the best one I have ever worked for (dixie, Matthew ,Shane,Shelly,Jeremy) care for their clients and employees couldn't ask for a better company to hire to care for your family members”
“Every staff member we have worked with is kind and passionate about their job and ABC. They are responsive to families and helpful in making documentation easy for the families. We are new to the service, but so far very pleased, especially with our mom’s caretaker Ailie. She is attentive and caring and respectful to our mom, treating her with dignity and kindness. We are so thankful to have found this service provider who came highly recommended by close friends who have been using them since the company’s inception. Thank you, Shane, and team!”
“Melissa Watson did an amazing job with our mother. She worked so hard, changed her schedule when we needed her and was very loving to our mother.”
“Employees caring, compassionate folks with empathy and love for those they care for! Office staff goes (Dixie , Shane, Shelly, Matthew and Jeremy ) above and beyond to make sure all aspects of care are covered.”
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“I have worked for ALWAYS BEST CARE for many years and have always had the Support of a Wonderful Owner and Management Team. This Team not only takes care of its Clients and their Family, but we also make sure that We take care of each other as well! I am truly Grateful and Blessed to be a part of this Team.”
“I have worked for a few home health care agencies in the past 15 years and none compare to ALWAYS BEST CARE! I have never worked with a group who TRULY care about each and everyone of their clients. I have never seen a group so committed to what they do. I feel it is an honor and a privilege to work here. I enjoy the dynamics in the office and never mind getting up to go to work. If you want an agency who truly cares about theirs clients, then ALWAYS BEST CARE is for you and your loved ones.”
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“I don’t even know where to begin to tell you how incredibly awesome Always Best Care is! I had someone recommend them to me and I called them as soon as I could! As soon as Shane answered the phone they immediately started taking care of us! They scheduled the most amazing team of people to be by our side and by my mother-in-laws side. They even jumped through hoops to gather extra people when we needed them round the clock! They always found ways to work their schedule around us! The people they hire are incredible people who truly know how to do their job and truly love who they are taking care of. All of them became family to us and are still family to us to this day. I just cannot tell you how awesome they are, but I can give you the best advice and that is to not call anybody else but Always Best Care!!!!!”
“Always Best Care has been providing care for my father for over two years now; and I’m not quite sure where we’d be without their meticulous care, attention to detail, and compassion for my elderly dad. Their support has enabled our family to have our dad home with us and involved in our daily lives as much as possible. We are forever grateful to Kelly and her team!”
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Frisco Commons Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Dee Lincoln Prime or visit Frisco Heritage Museum, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Frisco, TX, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Frisco, TX understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Frisco, TX 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Frisco ISD for illegal electioneering, according to a Feb. 28 filing.The filing comes ahead of the ...
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued Frisco ISD for illegal electioneering, according to a Feb. 28 filing.
The filing comes ahead of the Texas primary election March 5.
The details
The filing names the suit against Dynette Davis, Gopal Ponangi, Rene Archambault, Marvin Lowe, Stephanie Elad, Mark Hill and John Classe in their capacity as board members. The lawsuit also names Superintendent Mike Waldrip and Megan DeWolfe, FISD’s Government Affairs chairperson.
Board President Davis said she could not comment on the matter. Other district officials could not be reached for comment.
The lawsuit was filed against the district in regards to three social media posts that were published on FISD’s Government Affairs Facebook page Feb. 20, 23 and 27, according to the filing.
The background
The Texas Election Code states “an officer or employee of a political subdivision may not knowingly spend or authorize the spending of public funds for political advertising.”
The lawsuit filing states the department used official resources to advocate for certain policies and political measures. It states that the social media posts by the district directly violate the Texas Election Code’s prohibition against the use of “state or local funds or other resources of the district to electioneer for or against any candidate, measure or political party,” according to an attorney general Feb. 28 news release.
In the lawsuit, Paxton cites the social media posts encourage individuals to vote for candidates who support public schools and who are against vouchers. The posts also appear to influence the reader to vote in a particular party primary, the filing states.
The board members allowed FISD employees to use funds and other resources of the district to electioneer for or against candidates, a measure or political party when they allowed DeWolfe to publish the statements referenced on the Frisco ISD Government Affairs Facebook page, according to the filing.
Taking a step back
The state does not seek monetary relief or attorney’s fees, according to the filing.
This is not a first for the attorney general’s office. The office filed a similar lawsuit against Denton ISD on Feb. 22 for illegal electioneering after an elementary school principal emailed staff members encouraging them to vote in the primary election.
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Samantha is the editor for the Frisco and Prosper-Celina editions. She joined Community Impact in 2021 as the editor for the Lewisville-Flower Mound-Highland Village editions. She graduated from The University of Texas at Arlington in 2018 with a degree in journalism. Before joining Community Impact, she reported on education for the Victoria Advocate, a rural South Texas daily newspaper.
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A handful of new eateries are on their way to The Star in Frisco as standout developments in this part of Collin County continue to attract high-profile retail and restaurant tenants.A restaurant and Japanese bar, Wabi House, is slated to open at The Star at the end of May, marking its third location in the Metroplex. The restaurant is expected to h...
A handful of new eateries are on their way to The Star in Frisco as standout developments in this part of Collin County continue to attract high-profile retail and restaurant tenants.
A restaurant and Japanese bar, Wabi House, is slated to open at The Star at the end of May, marking its third location in the Metroplex. The restaurant is expected to have its soft opening May 27, with a grand opening expected May 31.
Rachel’s Kitchen, a cafe and casual eatery, is also slated to open sometime this month, bringing more lunchtime options to the district.
And a new burger spot from local celebrity chef Dee Lincoln, who already operates a steakhouse in The Star District, is coming in mid-June. The restaurant will include a bar offering local beer and spirits on tap as well as a selection of wines.
With these latest additions, the retail component of the development is 95% leased, said Amy Pratt, director of real estate at The Star. There are only two spots still available: one at the Lincoln Experience Center and another small retail space.
Needless to say, leasing has been strong at The Star, Pratt noted. Since first opening in August 2016, the facility’s retail district has grown into a leading shopping destination in North Texas.
Pratt attributed that to her team’s ability to find the right mix of tenants, especially after the pandemic, which put a damper on some retail plans. In a "drastic change" during 2019 and 2020, her team employed a more aggressive strategy to bring on tenants that were well suited for the community and had a wide appeal.
"Do we have the right retailers and the right restaurants and are they in the right spot?" Pratt said of her team’s strategy. "[It was matter of] taking that time over the last three years to really make sure that we have the ones to make this district successful."
The Star was developed in a unique partnership between the Dallas Cowboys, the City of Frisco and Frisco Independent School District. In addition to the Cowboys facilities and retail space, it has office towers, apartments, an Omni hotel and more.
At the start, The Star was largely branded as the 91-acre headquarters and practice facility for the Dallas Cowboys — a place people can tour and get to experience where the iconic NFL team trains for most of the year. It's still known for that, but is also "so much more," Pratt said, with an emerging identity all its own.
“You can come into the Star for everything. You need a gift, you want to shop, you want to eat, you’re with family, you’re on a date,” she said. “You can spend all day here.”
Recent additions to The Star District include sports bar Sidecar Social, its second location outside of Addison, and collectibles store Cards in a Box. Both opened in September. French restaurant and bistro La Parisienne opened at The Star in March 2023.
Other tenants include J.Hilburn and Ascension Coffee.
The operators of Sidecar Social have been great partners to The Star, Pratt said. The lively social bar and lounge hosts live music shows and cooperates with the leasing team to drive traffic to the facility.
“We're not just looking to fill the space and to have someone pay rent,” Pratt said. “We want to make sure it's the right fit for them for their business to make it successful.”
In addition to retail and restaurants, The Star has also introduced a number of community events, including wine walks, supper clubs, live music shows and movie nights meant for the whole family.
Ford Center, The Star’s football practice stadium, also serves as a community gathering spot, like when it hosts Frisco ISD high school graduations or school football games. It can hold up to 12,000 people.
It can also host entertainment, like later this month when it welcomes the Academy of Country Music Awards for the second time — the event is expected to bring thousands of guests and hosts performances from some of the genre's top artists, including Jason Aldean, Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton.
The Roosevelt Rough Riders will head out on the road to square off against the San Fernando Tigers at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams come into the match bolstered by wins in their previous matches.Roosevelt's pitching crew heads into the matchup hoping to repeat the domin...
The Roosevelt Rough Riders will head out on the road to square off against the San Fernando Tigers at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams come into the match bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Roosevelt's pitching crew heads into the matchup hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Thursday. They came out on top against Bell by a score of 1-0 (the very same score they lost by in their prior game).
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, San Fernando gave their fans yet another huge win on Monday. They put the hurt on Reseda with a sharp 17-0 victory. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for San Fernando considering their one-run performance the contest before.
Xavier Mejia made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out ten over five innings pitched. Mejia has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive pitching appearances. Mejia was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, a triple, and a run.
In other batting news, San Fernando got a massive performance out of Ramon Amezcua, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4. Luis Cesena was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.
Roosevelt has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a massive bump to their 8-17 record this season. As for San Fernando, the win got them back to even at 13-13.
Roosevelt took their victory against San Fernando when the teams last played back in April of 2022 by a conclusive 8-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for Roosevelt since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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Courtesy of San Antonio GunslingersSAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — If the first two games are any indication, the IFL I-35 Rivalry has a chance to be great.The San Antonio Gunslingers took the Frisco Fighters to the limit again, but this time were unable to pull off a second straight win over their in-state rival as they fell at home to the Fighters 62-57 on Saturday night at Freeman Coliseum.The Fighters surprised everybody by attempting on an onside kick on the opening kickoff. It was a bold decision that paid...
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SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — If the first two games are any indication, the IFL I-35 Rivalry has a chance to be great.
The San Antonio Gunslingers took the Frisco Fighters to the limit again, but this time were unable to pull off a second straight win over their in-state rival as they fell at home to the Fighters 62-57 on Saturday night at Freeman Coliseum.
The Fighters surprised everybody by attempting on an onside kick on the opening kickoff. It was a bold decision that paid off as the Fighters recovered. T.J. Edwards scored on a quarterback keeper moments later to put the Fighters on the board. The Gunslingers responded as Sam Castronova found NyQwan Murray on a deep ball for a touchdown to tie the game at seven, and T.C. Stevens converted on the deuce to give San Antonio the lead.
The Gunslingers defense made a stop on the Fighters ensuing possession as Edwards was stopped on a quarterback run, and the Gunslingers moved the ball into the Fighters red zone to start the second quarter.
Sam Castronova found NyQuan Murray for another touchdown on the first play of the quarter to put the Gunslingers up 16-7, then a surprising turn of events took place. Edwards left the game with an arm injury, and backup quarterback Larry Harrington came into the game. He answered his call as he scored on a quarterback keeper to bring the Fighters within two. San Antonio answered as Sam Castronova found DJ Myers in the end zone to put the Gunslingers back up by nine.
Harrington led another touchdown drive, bringing the Fighters to within two again. The Gunslingers moved the ball to the Fighters red zone but faced a fourth-and-Goal. Sam Castronova was able to get out of a sack and find Austin Upshaw in the end zone for a touchdown. The Fighters lost ten yards in procedure penalties, but still scored on a Martez Carter touchdown; and with a Harrington quarterback keeper on the two-point conversion, tied the game at 29-29 at halftime.
Harrington and the Fighters picked up where they left off to start the third quarter as they found the end zone, but the Gunslingers weren’t phased as Castronova found DJ Myers on fourth-and-18 for a touchdown to tie the game right back up. However, the Fighters took back the lead as Harrington kept it himself on fourth-and-goal. The Fighters maintained that lead entering the fourth quarter.
The offenses continued to take center stage as the Gunslingers scored first in the fourth quarter as Sam Castronova scored on a quarterback keeper to tie the game, but Lionel McConnell returned the ensuing kickoff for a touchdown to put the Fighters back on top. As they had virtually done all night, the Gunslingers answered as Castronova took it in himself for the touchdown, but the snap on the extra point was bobbled and McConnell returned it for two points. A potential tie game became a three point lead for the Fighters.
TC Stevens was able to convert on the deuce as the Gunslingers cut the deficit back to one, and it was crucial as the Fighters scored on a Harrington quarterback keeper. Castronova scored on his own quarterback keeper, but his pass on the two-point conversion was intercepted in the end zone. The Fighters recovered the onside kick, but were unable to secure the win and had to attempt a 41-yard field goal; increasing their lead to five. San Antonio had one last chance as they had the ball in Frisco territory, but Castronova’s pass was intercepted in the end zone.
Frisco improved to 5-1 on the season and into a tie with the Massachusetts Pirates atop the Eastern Conference standings. The Pirates had a bye this week. San Antonio fell to 2-4 on the season and 1-2 at home. This was the second of three match-ups between the teams this season. The Gunslingers won the first, 54-52, last week at Frisco. The teams meet back in Freeman Coliseum on June 29 for the rubber match in the season series.
The Gunslingers may have lost the game, but they showed over the last two weeks that they can compete with the best in the Eastern Conference. They are, perhaps, better than their record suggests as three of their four losses are by an average of 6.3 points. That, coupled with the fact they have played quality opponents such as the Fighters, Northern Arizona Wranglers and San Diego Strike Force, should be an indicator of how competitive the team can be.
The Gunslingers will next visit the Duke City Gladiators in Albuquerque NM on May 11 with kickoff set for 7:05PM Central. The Fighters will host the Jacksonville Sharks on May 11 for a 2:05PM Eastern kickoff.
As summer approaches, the Frisco Water Park is gearing up for an exciting season with several updates to enhance visitor experiences. Announced via the city of Frisco's Facebook page ...
As summer approaches, the Frisco Water Park is gearing up for an exciting season with several updates to enhance visitor experiences. Announced via the city of Frisco's Facebook page under the hashtag #ProgressinMotion, the park is scheduled to open its gates on Memorial Day weekend.
Since opening in 2008 and expanding in 2015, the Frisco Water Park has been a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike. The park boasts a range of attractions, including a lazy river, slides and play areas with splash features.
With nearly 100,000 seasonal visitors, regular maintenance is crucial to uphold the park's standards. Currently, staff at the Frisco Athletic Center is busy getting the Frisco Water Park ready for visitors. In a video shared on Facebook, Wendy Rosales, assistant recreation services manager, outlined the park's maintenance routine, which includes both preventative measures and annual upkeep.
“We budgeted about $300,000 this year for different projects around the facility, including re-gel coating the inside of our green gusher and blue and white slide,” said Rosales. “We’re currently working on painting the exterior shell of our treehouse slides. We’re providing a coating so that the slides maintain their integrity and that we can prolong the life of all of those attractions.”
Updates to the park include replastering the treehouse pool and installing new nets, original to the play structure introduced in 2015. Additionally, staff will offer swim lessons when the park opens, with 28 lifeguards ensuring visitor safety.
For admission, visitors can choose from membership to the Frisco Athletic Center, splash passes for the summer, or day passes. "Going out and seeing all of these families, making these memories, it’s the greatest,” said Rosales.
The official opening day for the Frisco Water Park is May 25, 2024. Further details about features and operating hours can be found at PlayFrisco.org/WaterPark.
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