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“Excel in Life” this shows Clyde Turner, former U of M basketball standout, playing a leisurely game of tennis at the Powderhorn Park courts. Turner led the Gophers in scoring his junior and senior seasons. In 1972, he played a major role in helping the Gophers win the Big Ten Championship. After his professional basketball career, he returned to the U to earn his bachelor's degree and later his master's degree in social work. Turner’s career included working with Twin Cities Big Brothers/Big Sisters program and the Family Alternatives program. He also managed the Child Protection Department of Ramsey County. He has had a positive impact upon thousands of lives with his basketball camps, aimed at teaching youth how to succeed in the sport and in life in general. (source – “Where are they Now: Clyde Turner” gopherhole.com)
"Dock inaccessible" The rains this summer have kept the Lake Powderhorn dock gangplank under water. The only place to fish now is from behind the railing on the plaza behind the main building. It's still a fun pastime, with the kids bringing bags of food for the birds. A great slice of late afternoon, late summer in the Park.
"Safe Summer Nights" Tonight the Minneapolis Police Department hosted dinner in the Park as part of their Safe Summer Nights Event. Along with the food they had K9 dogs and two of their police horses out for kids and adults to get to know. These beautiful horses are super patient with all the people who wanted to touch them. It's not every day there is a horse in the neighborhood!