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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2013-05-02, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2013. ANYONE INTERESTED IN PLAYING Brussels Men’s Town League Slow Pitch 19 and over Contact: Jeff 519-887-9790 or Mike 519-887-6449 League starts May 21st The Wingham Golf and Curling Club officially opened for business last weekend. The course for the most part wintered well and the greens are in great shape. The kitchen opened for the year on Sunday, April 28 and Cheryl is looking forward to another busy season. This Friday, May 3 the club will be holding its first monthly wing night followed by the popular annual spring barbecue on Sunday, May 5. The Wednesday morning men kick off their season today with the Thursday night men’s league scheduled to start this Thursday, May 2. The ladies opening supper and golf night will take place Tuesday, May 7. The volunteers have been busy assembling the new patio furniture which has added another fantastic asset to our scenic view from the patio. Chip and a Putt – By Bruce Skinn Sports Together for a long time Doug Walter, left, was one of the major proponents of girls hockey teams when they were adopted locally nearly a decade ago. He presented gifts to six girls who had played together since those first days during the Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey Association’s annual award ceremony on Monday, April 22. The girls are, from left, Justine Reid, Nicole Middegaal, Lauren Cronin, Courtney Middegaal, Heidi Raynard, Laura Higgins and coach Nicole Walker. (Denny Scott photo) Luke Anderson Memorial Award During the Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey Association’s annual awards night on April 22, the Luke Anderson Memorial award was presented by Luke’s parents Diane, right, and Ken Anderson, left, to Christopher Pennington, second from left, Luke Fritz, centre, and Lucas Jacklin, second from right. The award is presented to the most dedicated Novice players. (Denny Scott photo) During the Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey Association’s (BBMHA) annual awards ceremony on April 22, several players were recognized for their growth, skill and sportsmanship over the 2012-2013 season. The Luke Anderson Memorial Award, presented to the most dedicated novice players, was presented to Chris Pennington, Lucas Jacklin and Luke Fritz. Winners of the Tom Sauber Memorial Award, presented to the most improved Atom players, were Josh Plunkett, Colton Beaven, Paige Willie and Myles Johnston. The Dan Beuerman Memorial Award, presented to the most dedicated PeeWee players, went to Nicholas McArter, Mitch McNichol, Jasmine Vader and Brett Stevenson. Clarissa Gordon was the recipient of the Don Higgins Memorial Award, which is given to the most valuable goalie in the BBMHA. Jeremy Grisdale and Joel Pizzati were given the Bokhout Hesselwood Dynamic Duo award. The Jeremy Austin award, given to the most dedicated Bantam Rep player, was awarded to Brandon Marshall. Doug Walker also presented special awards to six girls who have been playing hockey together for nine years since the girls hockey program was created locally. Walker was the primary proponent for the program. Elaine Shropshall also received recognition in a special presentation for her years of managing referees locally. She retired from the position this year. More photos from the event are on page 28. After multiple injuries left Blyth- native Justin Peters as one of two viable goaltenders for the Carolina Hurricanes for much of the NHL’s shortened season, the team’s drive for the playoffs has come to an end. Peters, who has appeared in 19 games since March 5, finished the season with an overall record of 4- 11-1 and a save percentage of .891 with a goals against average of 3.46. In his last five games, Peters notched a 4-2 win over the Boston Bruins and one 4-3 overtime loss against the Winnipeg Jets. Peters, who was drated by Carolina in the second round of the 2004 NHL Entry draft, 38th overall, still has one year remaining on his current contract with the Hurricanes. He was moved to the top of the Hurricanes list when goaltenders Cam Ward and Dan Ellis both suffered injuries earlier this year. Peters holds the line for 19 games Tom Sauber Memorial Award The recipients of the Tom Sauber Memorial Award, presented at the Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey Association’s awards night last week to the most improved Atom players, were, from left, Miles Johnston, Colton Beaven and Paige Willie. (Denny Scott photo) Dan Beuermann Memorial Award The Dan Beuermann Memorial Award was presented to the most improved Atom players during the Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey Association’s annual awards ceremony. The recipients of the award were, from left, Jasmine Vader, Nick McArter and Brett Stevenson. Recipient Mitch McNichol was absent that evening. (Denny Scott photo) Blyth Brussels Minor Hockey honours players