By Kate Renner

EUGENE, Ore. -- Committed Partners for Youth-Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lane County is attempting a lofty goal of finding 90 men to volunteer as mentors to young boys by the end of September. And they say 90 doesn't begin to cover the need.

Trenton, 10, keeps beating his Big Brother Jim in a game of horse. Last month, when they went to an arcade, Trenton went home the big winner as well.

"My hand and eye dexterities were tested, so I think Trent outmaneuvered me on most the games," said Jim Horman.

The retired police officer got matched up with Trenton in May after Trent's mom signed him up.

"I was getting really lonely and bored and stuff," said Trenton.

Now they shoot hoops, climb rocks, or scarf down syrupy pancakes two to three times a month.

"It makes you feel youthful again," said Jim.

Jim feels young again playing beside Trent. And the boy grows up a little more every time he's with his role model.

"We get to do fun things together and it stops my boredom," said Trent.

But Trenton's lucky. Dozens of other boys are crossing their fingers that they'll be matched up with a man like Jim.

"We have 50 boys that are currently on our waitlist, and many of those boys have been on the waitlist for many months waiting for a male mentor," said Program Director Jenny Stern-Carusone.

"I would say jump in, give it a shot, give it a chance. You'd be surprised how rewarding it is. How it becomes sort of a part of your life," said Jim.

In the grand scheme of things, Jim's a trusted mentor and a role model, but to Trenton he's what he wanted most, just a pal.

"'Cause I get to spend time with Jim," said Trent.

"Spending time with Trent is worthwhile, and it's responsible, and it's rewarding for me and hopefully for Trent too," said Jim.

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