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Youth basketball coach Bubba Highsmith receives Christian Anthony Craig Award for sportsmanship

Bubba Highsmith was honored for coaching in the Nevada County Youth Basketball League Saturday when he received of the Christian Anthony Craig Trophy commemorating dedication to good sportsmanship, enthusiasm and team-player attributes. “I was ecstatic,” said Highsmith. “I coached three teams this year. One for first and second grade, one for third and fourth and another for fifth and sixth. I like teaching (the kids) to be leaders no matter what happens on the court.” Highsmith, who has coached in the league for five years now, also has three kids of his own who play. Lennie Mitchell, who has operated …

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