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Turlocks Portuguese suicide squad keeps old tradition alive
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George Martins, Jr., of Turlock De Forcados, faces the bull as it comes around, hoping that once he secures the animals head, his teammates will be able to help subdue its rage. - photo by Photo Contributed
The Turlock De Forcados will be looking death in the face as they gear up for another year of traditional Portuguese bullfights at the Stevinson Pentecost Bull Fighting Arena and the Gustine BellaVista Park Arena. The group has previously appeared in Canada, Portugal, and other countries around the world.Team Captain George Martins holds practice at Hilmar in his own arena to supervise the young men on his team and work on strategies for securing the bull. As a team, it is in their best interest to work together in close camaraderie, which is especially the case for Martins’ two sons George Jr. and Justin.The boys began learning at a young age, and often practice at home.