Konocti Basketball League (KBL) would like to thank all of the firefighters, police officers and emergency medical technicians who played in a very close match against the KBL coaches on Saturday, Feb. 16.

The KBL coaches, who were behind during the first three quarters, rallied in the fourth quarter and in the last minute won the game 48-45.

The Heroes, as they have been dubbed, played a great game showing valued leadership our community counts on. The Heroes played with teamwork, cooperation and camaraderie. Our community is grateful to have such a dedicated group of people keeping our us safe.  

For the Guns and Hoses Heroes, we would like to show our gratitude to the following players: Joe Hughes, Cory Smith, Larry Johnson, Marc Hill, Craig Shields, Billy Inman, Brett Lambert, Chris Kelleher, Dominic Coca, Charles White,Walter White and Doug Aleman. We are truly fortunate to have all of you dedicated to our youth and community.   

KBL had 16 coaches and referees come together to show support for the league. We would like to thank the following coaches for participating in St. Valentines Day Throwdown fundraiser: Brian Ales, Dan Griffin, Jeremy Mock, Adrian John, Billie Bowles, Brett Doud, Mike Pesonen, Mike Vandiver, Chris Kennedy, Tim Biasotti, Ashley Hernsted, Talmage Jones, Nikki Sabatier, Latoya Fortino, Andrea Montalvan and Zane Kazaka. KBL would not be a success without the season long dedication of these coaches and referees.  

We would also like to thank Ralph Feidler, Chris Kennedy and Andrea Montalvan for calling the game.

KBL would also like to thank their sponsors for making this community event possible: Kevin Ness Jewelers, Cecil's Pizza, KonocTees, P&M Tile, Milano Marine Construction, Griffin's Furniture
Performance Mechanical, CrossRoads Church, Robinson Casino, Twin Pine Casino, Case Excavating
Bob's Vacuum, Tatonka Trading, and Foods Etc.

As our KBL season comes to an end, we look forward to another amazing year of community relation and good old fashion basketball.   

Nikki Sabatier lives in Lower Lake, Calif.