ARCADIA SPORTS PAGE TOO ARCADIA SPORTS PAGE TOO Page 60 December 2012 “I think it’s going to be really good.” She’s undecided about her major, but is considering journalism. Left-handed batter Max Schuman received eight offers in the two weeks after he de-committed to the University of Arizona for baseball. He committed to the University of Utah because he liked the coaches, the program and being able to play in the Pac-12. “It all came down to where I felt comfortable playing at the next level,” he said. It also helps that he’ll be batting in the middle of the lineup his freshman year and have a chance to compete to be the starting catcher. He plans on taking the major of college athletes everywhere: communications. Blaire Wilson committed to the University of Oregon for acrobatics and tumbling, an emerging sport that Oregon helped found and has dominated. After doing gymnastics for 12 years, she had to quit because of injuries. The advent of acrobatics and tumbling fi ve years ago, however, gave her a chance to continue in something similar while working towards a college scholarship. “It’s fun to still have a chance to be a college athlete,” she said. Wilson would like to major in something related to art. Each of the athletes listed similar factors when recalling why they made the choices they did: good coaches, standout Signings Continued from page 58 Arcadia’s Max Schuman, pictured here with Titans baseball coach Troy Gerlach, signed with the University of Utah for baseball. programs, a campus that felt like the right fi t. But usually there was something more. For some, like Benton, trying to describe that something was like trying to describe falling in love. “You know when something feels right, and you know when you should make the decision,” she said. “You just know.” arcadiadaily.com arcadiadaily.com *Offers valid December 1 - January 17, 2013. Not valid with any other offers or promotions. Must be 18 years of age or older. A 20% gratuity is added to all spa services. Proudly owned and operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. 101 & INDIAN BEND | 480.850.4065 | TALKINGSTICKRESORT.COM The Spa at Talking Stick, an inspiring open-air spa high on the 14th floor, offers a calming retreat and soul-stirring views of Scottsdale. Your mind, body and toes will thank you. Relaxation Elevated. Capture the essence of the holidays with these special treatments: Candlelight Massage Duo, Candlelight Pedicure or Warm Stone Renew & Repair Facial. Each comes with a gift of remembrance. W.R. Williams FINE JEWELRY 4730 E Indian School Rd / Safeway Center / 602-263-8404 www.wrwilliams.com / www.facebook.com/wrwilliamsjewelry 1. Zero Calories 2. No assembly required 3. Lights up without batteries The Perfect Gift