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Mack’s Paul Goree: “Deacon for Defense”

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7 years ago

September 8, 2017

Pauline and Paul Goree at the 2016 100th Anniversary of the Center Street Missionary Baptist Church, pastored by Allen C. Langston, Jr.

Paul Goree was a substitute point guard on the 1958/ 1959 McClymonds (Mack) Warriors basketball team.

From 1958 through 1962 Mack won 110 games and lost only once and was considered to be the greatest high school basketball team in the country. That team will be honored with a celebration organized by Virtual Murrell and Joe Ellis October 11 at Scott’s in Jack London Square.

Goree, who stands just 5’ 6”, stood out tall amongst his peers and teammates because the “strength of my game was that I was the fastest and my defensive skills kept us ahead and we held on to our leads when I substituted for the great Aaron Pointer or the dominant Cha-Cha McKinney.”

Laughingly he said “you could call me a deacon for defense since I now serve as a deacon at the Center Street Missionary Baptist Church in West Oakland where Pauline Teasley, my high school sweetheart and wife of 57 years, sings in the choir. She also sang in Mack’s choir when we were students.”

Goree sees a definite parallel between his Mack Warriors team and the present-day Golden State Warriors. He compared the strength of their coach Paul Harless who taught us competitiveness, a fast-pace style and a merciless defense, with Steve Kerr’s emphasis on the same selfless passing approach to the game. “We won the most games, like Golden State did because everybody got along and there were no ego struggles. But, his own ego and self-confidence remains today, even if he expresses it in a tongue-in-cheek manner. Instead of comparing him to NBA standouts Mugsy Bogues, Spud Webb or Nate Robinson, all his size or shorter, he jokingly said he wishes he could play like Stephen Curry.

Goree, who hails from Rustin and Arcadia, La., where sugar cane grows abundantly, understands the historical significance of his family name. President Obama visited Goree Island off the coast of Senegal, the place where Africans passed through “the door of no return” and were sold as slaves and shipped to America.

He served 4 ½ years in the US Air Force and was stationed in Africa during part of his duty. He worked as a welder for C&H Sugar Company in Crockett before retiring.

Pauline Teasley’s family hails from Pine Bluff, Ark., and she is still an active entrepreneur operating “Pauline’s Creations” beauty salon at 3811 Macdonald Avenue in Richmond, not far from their home in El Cerrito.

Paul and Pauline have three sons and four grandchildren, all residing in the Bay Area.

Ron Linzie, an assistant pastor at Goree’s church, and a former basketball player, said “Paul Goree would have been a starter on any other team but he was blessed to have played with an all-star lineup that had the strength of numbers from 1958-1962 that included Ray Freeman, John Brumfield, Aaron Pointer, Howard Foster, Edward Thomas, James Hadnot, Paul Silas, Joe Ellis, Charley Lomack, Richard Cartwright, Charles “Cha Cha” McKinney, David Reed, Charles Aikens, Fritz Pointer, John Aikens, Wendell Hayes, Woodson Foster, Howard Foster, James Tolliver, A.C Taylor and Therlo Watson.”

“During my four years at Mack I only remember losing one game,” said Goree. “I enjoy visiting today’s NBA Warriors games because they resemble us and play like our great teams.”

Game recognizes game.

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The printed Weekly Edition of the Oakland Post: Week of April 24 – 30, 2024

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BART to Retire Legacy Trains in Public Ceremony April 20

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6 days ago

April 20, 2024

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Bay Area Rapid Transit’s final dispatch of legacy trains will take place on Saturday, April 20, and will be accompanied by a retirement ceremony and a final legacy ride.

At 1 p.m., the public is invited to celebrate the last run of BART’s legacy trains during a ceremony that will take place in the free area of the plaza at MacArthur Station in Oakland.

Following the ceremony, the public is invited to board a legacy train and ride from MacArthur to Fremont Station, mirroring the initial service BART provided when it opened Sept. 11, 1972.

“It’s a 45-minute trip that travels along approximately 24 miles of the original section of tracks,” BART officials said.

Multiple legacy trains will run for the event, and all will make station stops and may turn around at Bay Fair depending on the number of attendees waiting to ride. Regular fares will apply.

“These train cars are part of the history of the Bay Area,” said Bob Powers, BART general manager. “While we are excited to modernize the system, we recognize the profound cultural importance of these cars, and we want to celebrate their rich history and give them a proper send off.”

BART is now running train cars from its Fleet of the Future project.

Those nostalgic for the older trains will be able to view three of them soon at Western Railway Museum in Suisun City.

A handful of other legacy cars will be transferred to be repurposed for short-term rentals, entertainment venues, and training facilities, according to BART. Most of the legacy cars have been recycled.

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Mind, Body, and Spiritual Well-Being for Women Addressed in NAACP Forum in Oakland

The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is proud to announce the upcoming “Total You – Mind, Body, and Spirit Women’s Health Forum” scheduled for April 27 at Acts Full Gospel Church. Running from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1034 66th Ave., this forum aims to provide an empowering platform for women to engage in discussions, gain knowledge, and access resources pertaining to their health and well-being.

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April 20, 2024

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The panel will address various aspects of women’s health, including physical, mental and emotional well-being and relationships. iStock photo by Jorge Elizaquibel.

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The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is proud to announce the upcoming “Total You – Mind, Body, and Spirit Women’s Health Forum” scheduled for April 27 at Acts Full Gospel Church.

Running from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at 1034 66^th Ave., this forum aims to provide an empowering platform for women to engage in discussions, gain knowledge, and access resources pertaining to their health and well-being.

The forum will feature renowned experts, healthcare professionals, and advocates from Genentech, John Muir Health, Sutter Health of The East Bay, Kaiser Permanente, and the Alameda County Public Health Department.

Our expert panel will address various aspects of women’s health, including physical, mental, and emotional well-being, and healthy relationships. The forum will encompass a wide range of topics such as breast cancer, menopause, reproductive health, nutrition, mental health awareness, preventive care, and much more.

Participants will have the opportunity to attend informative sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussions led by experts in their respective fields. Additionally, there will be wellness activities, screenings, and informational booths offering valuable resources and support.

This forum is open to women of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging inclusivity and diversity in the conversation surrounding women’s health. Whether you’re seeking information for yourself, a loved one, or simply looking to connect with other women, this event promises to be enlightening and empowering.

For more information and to register for the Total You Women’s Health Forum, please visit https://www.naacpoakland.org/ or contact Dr. Delores Thompson. WIN chairwoman at (510) 328-3638.

The Women In The NAACP Oakland Branch is dedicated to empowering women, and young teen girls. We look forward to your participation in this important event.

To register, go to https://www.naacpoakland.org/events/the-total-you-womens-health-forum