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		<title>2010 Camp Pictures</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:43:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>'Tesa Bates</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Photo&#8217;s from the 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp are available for sale from the photographer Trent Penny.  Visit the website:  www.trentpenny.eventpictures.com to order your pictures today.  For a complete CD or DVD the cost is$35.00  5&#215;7 prints are $10 and 8&#215;10 prints are $20. Contact Trent Penny by email (trentpenny@yahoo.com)  if you need additional information.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://toddbates.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/TRENT-PENNY-PHOTOGRAPHY.bmp"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1067" title="TRENT PENNY PHOTOGRAPHY" src="http://toddbates.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/TRENT-PENNY-PHOTOGRAPHY.bmp" alt="" width="169" height="171" /></a>Photo&#8217;s from the 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp are available for sale from the photographer Trent Penny.  Visit the website:  <a href="http://www.trentpenny.eventpictures.com/" target="_blank">www.trentpenny.eventpictures.com</a> to order your pictures today. </p>
<p>For a complete CD or DVD the cost is$35.00  5&#215;7 prints are $10 and 8&#215;10 prints are $20.</p>
<p>Contact Trent Penny by email (<a href="mailto:trentpenny@yahoo.com">trentpenny@yahoo.com</a>)  if you need additional information.</p>
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		<title>4th Annual Todd Bates Camp Success</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 25 Jul 2010 11:18:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp was a great success! Our 3 awesome speakers did a great job! The main topics were Faith, Commitment, and Focus. I&#8217;d like to again thank all of my coaches, staff, sponsors and participants. Without your support this camp would not be what it is today. If you missed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp was a great success! Our 3 awesome speakers did a great job! The main topics were Faith, Commitment, and Focus. I&#8217;d like to again thank all of my coaches, staff, sponsors and participants. Without your support this camp would not be what it is today. If you missed out this year, then you really missed a treat. I sure hope you can make it out next year as we celebrate 5 years. It is sure to be another great camp!</p>
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		<title>Camp Day Information</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:34:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>'Tesa Bates</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are so excited that you will be joining us for the 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp! Below is a few things you may want to know before heading to camp. If you have additional questions, send an email to tesa@toddbates.org. LOCATION: Heflin Recreation Center 1228 Coleman Street Heflin, AL 36203 (Phone: 256-463-5434) WHAT [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We are so excited that you will be joining us for the 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp! Below is a few things you may want to know before heading to camp. If you have additional questions, send an email to <a href="mailto:tesa@toddbates.org">tesa@toddbates.org</a>.</p>
<p><strong>LOCATION:</strong> Heflin Recreation Center 1228 Coleman Street Heflin, AL 36203 (Phone: 256-463-5434)</p>
<p><strong>WHAT TO WEAR?</strong>  Wear gym shorts, tennis shoes and/or bring cleats. Camp Day T-shirt will be provided.</p>
<p><strong>WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?</strong> Camp will start at 9:30a.m. Same day registration and sign-in for those who pre-registered will begin at 9a.m in the Rec Center Gym. Participants will pick-up their camp day t-shirt, name tag and take a group photo before heading to the football field. If you pre-registered online, then you will need to bring  or have parent or guardian available to sign the Waiver and Release of Liability Form.</p>
<p><strong>WHAT TIME SHOULD I PICK MY CHILD UP?</strong> Camp will be dismissed at the Recreation Center Gym at 3:00pm. Here&#8217;s a Brief Itinerary of the day: </p>
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<li>Registration &amp; Sign-in: 9a.m.</li>
<li>Camp 1<sup>st</sup> Half: 9:30a.m. – 12:00p.m</li>
<li>Lunch Served: 12:00pm – 12:30pm</li>
<li>Guest Speaker(s) 12:30p.m. – 1:00p.m.</li>
<li>Camp 2<sup>nd</sup> Half: 1:00p.m. – 3:00p.m.</li>
<li>Dismissal in the Recreation Gym 3:00p.m.</li>
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<p><strong>DIRECTIONS:</strong></p>
<p><strong><em>From Birmingham: </em></strong>Take <strong>I-20 E</strong> to <strong>Exit 199</strong> toward Heflin/Hollis. Turn <strong>LEFT</strong> onto <strong>AL-9</strong> toward Heflin. <em>(Hardies will be on your right).</em></p>
<p><strong><em>From Atlanta: </em></strong>Take <strong>I-20 W </strong>to <strong>Exit 199 </strong>toward Heflin/Hollis. Keep <strong>RIGHT</strong> at the fork to go on ALMON ST / <strong>AL-9</strong>. <em>(Hardies will be on your right).</em></p>
<p><strong><em>From Tuscaloosa </em></strong>Take <strong>I-20 E/I-59 NI </strong>to <strong>I-459 N</strong> (Exit 106). <strong>MERGE</strong> onto <strong>I-20 E</strong> (Exit 29) to <strong>Exit 199</strong> toward Heflin/Hollis. Turn <strong>LEFT </strong>onto <strong>AL-9</strong> toward Heflin (<em>Hardies will be on your right).</em></p>
<p><strong><em>From Montgomery </em></strong>Take <strong>I-65 N</strong> to <strong>I-459 N</strong> (Exit 250) <strong>MERGE</strong> onto <strong>I-20 E</strong> (Exit 29) to <strong>Exit 199</strong> toward Heflin/Hollis. Turn <strong>LEFT </strong>onto <strong>AL-9</strong> toward Heflin (<em>Hardies will be on your right).</em></p>
<p><em>&#8212;&#8211; </em>Once you turn onto AL-9 keep straight. <em>(You will see a Post Office on your right). </em>At the bottom of AL-9 turn <strong>SLIGHT RIGHT </strong>onto <strong>Highway 78</strong>. <em>(Jack’s will be on your right). </em>Slow down…make a <strong>RIGHT</strong> by the Metro Bank onto <strong>COLEMAN ST</strong>. Keep straight. <em>(You will see a church on your right). </em>The Heflin Recreation Center will be on your <strong>RIGHT</strong>. End at <strong>1228 Coleman Street </strong><strong>Heflin</strong><strong>, AL 36264 (</strong><strong>256)-463-5434</strong></p>
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		<title>JULY 2010 &#8211; &#8220;FINISH THE RACE&#8221;</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:19:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;FINISH THE RACE&#8221; I&#8217;m calm and collective as I&#8217;m hitting my stride, I&#8217;m humble, respected, and focused on getting the prize. I&#8217;ll never grow weak or let the dream go, I know the stakes are high, even when hope seems low. Each day means another step, FAITH is the common trait, so I&#8217;ll ask the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;FINISH THE RACE&#8221;</p>
<p>I&#8217;m calm and collective as I&#8217;m hitting my stride,</p>
<p>I&#8217;m humble, respected, and focused on getting the prize.</p>
<p>I&#8217;ll never grow weak or let the dream go,</p>
<p>I know the stakes are high, even when hope seems low.</p>
<p>Each day means another step,</p>
<p>FAITH is the common trait, so I&#8217;ll ask the Lord for help.</p>
<p>I will dominate even when I&#8217;m physically drained.</p>
<p>The world will watch as my status will visibly change.</p>
<p>With every movement my body starts aching,</p>
<p>But I never worry because the Godly will make it.</p>
<p>God has His hand behind my map,</p>
<p>I&#8217;ll follow His plan through the final lap.</p>
<p>I&#8217;ll purse the ring with only minutes to chase,</p>
<p>I&#8217;ll see the true king when I FINISH THE RACE.</p>
<p>Written by: Todd Bates</p>
<p>6/12/2010</p>
<p><a href="http://www.toddbates.org">www.toddbates.org</a></p>
<p>(c) Todd Bates Enterprises LLC</p>
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		<title>The 2010 Football Camp</title>
		<link>http://toddbates.org/2010/06/2010-football-camp-almost-here/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:52:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The 4th Annual Todd Bates Football Skills Camp is set for July 24, 2010 at the Heflin Recreation Center. Sign-up online today or print off a registration form and mail it to us at PO BOX 10293, Oxford, AL 36203.  You can also register at the Heflin Recreation Center (call 256-463-5434). Join me and the Event [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: left;">The 4th Annual Todd Bates Football Skills Camp is set for July 24, 2010 at the Heflin Recreation Center. Sign-up online today or print off a registration form and mail it to us at PO BOX 10293, Oxford, AL 36203.  You can also register at the Heflin Recreation Center (call 256-463-5434). Join me and the Event Coaches for a day full of fun, competition and elite sports training. Check out this year&#8217;s list of coaches.</p>
<p>Jamie Christiansen – Kicker (Alabama) 2003-2007,</p>
<p>Darius Gilbert – Linebacker  (Alabama) 1999-2001,</p>
<p>Keith Brown – Wide Receiver (Alabama) 2004-2007,</p>
<p>Deon White – Offensive Lineman &amp; JSU All-American (Jacksonville State University ) 1997-2001,</p>
<p>Brandon Brooks – Wide Receiver/Kick Return (Alabama) 2001-2005,</p>
<p>Eric Gray – Defensive Back (Alabama) 2003-2007,</p>
<p>Dennis Alexander – Offensive Line (Alabama) 1999-2003,</p>
<p>Charles Jones – Defensive Back &amp; All SEC (Alabama) 1999-2003,</p>
<p>Todd Bates – Defensive Line &amp; 2004 Permanent Team Captain (Alabama) 2001-2004.</p>
<p>CURRENT COLLEGIATE FOOTBALL PLAYERS WILL ALSO ASSIST PARTICIPANTS! <a href="http://toddbates.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/RUN.jpg"></a></p>
<p>Sign-up TODAY!</p>
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		<title>JUNE 2010 &#8220;BECOMING A MAN&#8221;</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:04:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Have you ever achieved something that’s grand? It’s a landmark or milestone, but it’s nothing like becoming a man. It’s about more than the deep voice or the chest hair, By the sweat on your sleeve you earn your next fare. Gotta love the handshakes and all of the daps, You have to learn to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever achieved something that’s grand?</p>
<p>It’s a landmark or milestone, but it’s nothing like becoming a man.</p>
<p>It’s about more than the deep voice or the chest hair,</p>
<p>By the sweat on your sleeve you earn your next fare.</p>
<p>Gotta love the handshakes and all of the daps,</p>
<p>You have to learn to shoot the bull and put up with crap.</p>
<p>If you want to become a king you have to earn that seat.</p>
<p>If a man doesn’t work, then he won’t eat.</p>
<p>In order to grow up he must put aside childish things.</p>
<p>This doesn’t mean he has to ignore his wildest dreams.</p>
<p>You will get nowhere if you keep your mouth closed,</p>
<p>You have to learn to speak up because you are the head of the household.</p>
<p>Every man must know that God is with him,</p>
<p>As he goes about his work to earn a living.</p>
<p>Whether it’s singing in a group or drumming in a band,</p>
<p>These are some of the things you go through…when becoming a man.</p>
<p>Written By: Todd Bates</p>
<p>1-14-2009</p>
<p>© Todd Bates Enterprises LLC</p>
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		<title>Faith in Action</title>
		<link>http://toddbates.org/2010/05/faith-in-action-2/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2010 09:31:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#8220;Faith is the vehicle, Action is the key&#8221; &#8211; Todd Bates Copyright Todd Bates Enterprises LLC]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;Faith is the vehicle, Action is the key&#8221; &#8211; Todd Bates</p>
<p>Copyright Todd Bates Enterprises LLC</p>
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		<title>2010 Camp Season</title>
		<link>http://toddbates.org/2010/05/2010-camp-season/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 18:38:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;m looking forward to seeing you this year at the 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp. Join me July 24th for a full day of skills, drills and competition. If you have questions or need more information check out the CAMP INFO tab. Sign-up today online or mail your registration form to PO BOX 10293 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&#8217;m looking forward to seeing you this year at the 2010 Todd Bates Football Skills Camp. Join me July 24th for a full day of skills, drills and competition. If you have questions or need more information check out the CAMP INFO tab. Sign-up today online or mail your registration form to PO BOX 10293 OXFORD, AL  36203.</p>
<p>Thanks &amp; God Bless!</p>
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		<title>MAY 2010 &#8211; &#8220;FAITH GIANT&#8221;</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 May 2010 22:54:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[“Faith Giant” Doing your job has to matter, And hard work must become your pattern. You must be willing to toe the cliff. Your attitude must make a positive shift. No matter how big the ocean, You keep swimming, floating, and hoping. It takes faith larger than giants, To see the mountain and believe you [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://toddbates.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/FAITH-GIANT.jpg"></a>“Faith Giant”</p>
<p>Doing your job has to matter,</p>
<p>And hard work must become your pattern.</p>
<div class="mceTemp">You must be willing to toe the cliff.</div>
<p>Your attitude must make a positive shift.</p>
<p>No matter how big the ocean,</p>
<p>You keep swimming, floating, and hoping.</p>
<p>It takes faith larger than giants,</p>
<p>To see the mountain and believe you can climb it.</p>
<p>Even when your talent is diamonds,</p>
<p>You must sharpen and prime it no matter the climate.</p>
<p>Sweat must form rivers and lips must quiver,</p>
<p>This means you’re dedicated and ready to deliver.</p>
<p>In this jungle one must rumble to be a great lion,</p>
<p>Your belief must meet your actions if you are a faith giant.</p>
<p>James 2:26</p>
<p>Written By: Todd Bates</p>
<p>10-11-09</p>
<p>© Todd Bates Enterprises LLC</p>
<p>May, 2010 Poem of the Month</p>
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		<title>SIGNATURE Edition T-shirt</title>
		<link>http://toddbates.org/2010/04/limited-signature-edition-t-shirt/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 13:03:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Todd</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ &#8221;Our Moments &#8211; The Goal Line Stand&#8221; Signature Edition T-shirts will only be available for a limited time! Purchase your shirt today! The deadline to order is May 31st. Again this one-of-a-kind T-shirt by King Powerhouse T is available for a LIMITED TIME and features signatures from the former Crimson Tide players who made the legendary plays featured in the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p> &#8221;Our Moments &#8211; The Goal Line Stand&#8221; Signature Edition T-shirts will only be available for a limited time! Purchase your shirt today! The deadline to order is May 31st. Again this one-of-a-kind T-shirt by King Powerhouse T is available for a <strong>LIMITED TIME</strong> and features signatures from the former Crimson Tide players who made the legendary plays featured in the &#8220;Our Moments&#8221; poem. (To read the entire poem click on &#8220;Our Moments&#8221; under Creatize Zone).</p>
<p>&#8220;The Kick&#8221; &#8211; Van Tiffin, &#8220;The Catch&#8221; &#8211; Tyrone Prothro, &#8220;The Goal Line Stand&#8221; &#8211; Barry Krauss, &#8220;The Sack&#8221; &#8211; Cornelius Bennett, &#8220;Rocky Stop&#8221; &#8211; Roman Harper &amp; &#8220;Maximum Block&#8221; &#8211; Terrence Cody.</p>
<p> The Our Moments T-shirt captures more than 30 years of Alabama tradition and stretches from the era of &#8220;The Bear&#8221; to the era of Saban.   By ordering the SIGNATURE edition T-shirt between April 12<sup>th</sup> and May 31<sup>st</sup> you will help support a fund for former Bama football players who have fallen on hard times.</p>
<p>This item makes the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, birthday’s or a collectible item for that BAMA fan in your life. Please show your support and purchase a T-shirt today!</p>
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