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Home My WebLink AboutThe Citizen, 2013-11-21, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2013.Sports Ironmen, NHL Alumni teams face off in Wingham Former NHL players made a stop at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex in Wingham last Saturday evening as they took on former members of the Wingham Ironmen. The NHL Alumni team featured Mike Pelyk, Dave McIlwain, Gary Leeman, Lou Franceschetti, Bill Derlago, Dennis Maruk, Rick Vaive, Dan Daoust, Brent Gretzky, Troy Crowder and goaltender Mark Laforest. Coaching the team was Walter Gretzky. Among those playing for the Ironmen Alumni were Brian McNichol of Blyth and Kevin Deitner of Brussels. McNichol said that playing against the former pros was a little bit faster than what they were used to. He indicated that the tempo of the Ironmen Alumni had slowed down somewhat while the tempo of the pros was still there. “Their tempo is still there, I think,” he said. “Mine’s not.” McNichol said he was proud to be selected to play for the Ironmen alumni team. “I was quite honoured to play for them,” he said. “It was lots of fun.” Deitner said it was an enjoyable playing against the former NHLers. “They sure show what we haven’t got in our own abilities, they’ve got it all, and it was a lot of fun out there tonight,” he said. He said he was honoured to play for the Ironmen Alumni team. “I wasn’t expecting a call at all,” Deitner said, “but they told me they wanted me to play, so I was thrilled to be part of it.” When asked if he learned anything from the pros, he responded, “I’m kind of a slow learner, it will take a lot of games to get up to where they are.” One member of the Ironmen Alumni team who had some NHL experience and a lot of American Hockey League experience was Jeff Bloemberg of Wingham. He said it had been a while since he’s played at that level, having been one for a while. “There were a lot of guys on that side that I used to play against, or with,” he said. Troy Crowder, Dave McLlwain, Mark Laforest, Brent Gretzky, guys with very high skills, guys who can do pretty good things on the ice.” He said the game brought back some memories. “As you get ready for the game you think back to the times you played with them and some of the experiences you had together and some great memories that were Right here please Walter Gretzky, father of Wayne and coach of the NHL Alumni team, took a time-out after the game to sign autographs for people at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex. In an interview with The Citizen, Gretzky said he loved coming to small communities for alumni games because the response is so much better than it is in larger city centres. (Jim Brown photo) By Jim Brown Special to The Citizen Continued on page 9 The Wingham Ironmen got some revenge against Mount Forest Patriots in Western Junior C Hockey League play at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex last Friday. Jamie Huber scored two goals and earned an assist as the Ironmen scored a 6-3 decision over the Patriots. Six days earlier, the Patriots shocked the Ironmen with a 6-5 shootout decision in a game played in Mount Forest. Aaron Armstrong had a goal and two assists while Brett Brophy collected three assists. Also scoring for the Ironmen were Justin Jacklin, Connor Johnson with his first career Junior C goal, and Travis Donaldson. Earning single assists were Keaton Willis, Matt McCracken, Ryan McNeil and Blake Pickering. Scoring for Mount Forest were Trevor Hughson, Luke Richardson and Mitch Betts. Mount Forest outshot Wingham 42-32 and the Ironmen were 3-5 on the power play. Jaden Shrier earned the decision in the Wingham net. Ironmen coach Louie Livingston said they were able to get another victory against the Patriots to make up for the previous weekend's setback in Mount Forest. “They play a chippy game,” he said “That takes away from our game.” According to the coach, the power play was working in the game as 2002 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 white, 5.3L, 4x4 ext. cab, loaded 230,456 kms. $6,9 9 5 . “GOOD OLD-FASHIONED SERVICE” Exhaust Bending Service - We can now bend up to 3" custom pipes Complete Vehicle Service 2 Experienced Licensed Mechanics at your service 2006 VW Jetta TDI -grey, 1.9L, turbo diesel, loaded, 5 spd. standard, 4 dr., sunroof, 319,453 kms. . . . . . . $9,495. 2006 Ford Ranger XL -grey, 4L, V6, air, cruise, bucket seats, ext. cab, 4x4, 271,603 kms . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,995. 2005 Ford Freestyle SE -silver, 3L, loaded, 7 pass., AWD, 192,157 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,295. 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT -silver, 3.8L, V6, DVD/TV, 7 pass., loaded 194,380 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . $6,295. 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 -black, 5.7 hemi, air, cruise, tilt, quad cab, 4x4, 224,202 kms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,495. 2005 VW Jetta TDI - blue, 1.9L, turbo diesel, 5 spd. standard, loaded, 4 dr., sunroof, 312,974 kms. . . . . . . $7,295. 2005 GMC Sierra SLE Z71 -black/silver, 5.3L, 4x4, ext. cab, loaded, new trans with only 50,000 km, 290,081 kms . . . $8,995. 2004 Ford F150 XLT Super Crew -blue/silver, 4.6L, loaded, 4 dr., 4x4, 226,818 kms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,495. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo - blue, 4L, loaded, 4x4, 126,694 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,995. 2003 Chev S10 LS -black, 4.3L, loaded, roll-up tonneau cover, ext. cab, 4x4, ZR2 off road pkg., 220,404 kms.. . $5,995. 2003 Ford Taurus LX -red, 3L, V6, loaded, 4 dr., 216,171 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,995. 2002 Chev Silverado -maroon/silver, 4.8L, V8, ext. cab, short box, loaded, buckets w/console, 2WD, 158,147 kms.. . . $5,495. 2001 Saturn SL2 -maroon, 1.9L, 4 dr., loaded, 168,596 kms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,995. 1984 Rampage -neon green, 4 cyl, auto, 169,950 kms.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,295. All prices certified + applicable taxes 519-524-9878 37117 Blyth Road, Goderich, ON Downtown Blyth 519-523-4740 Bainton’s Old Mill Wool Blankets By Jim Brown Special to The Citizen Midget Silver Stick tourney in Blyth, Wingham on Friday The annual Wingham Regional Midget Silver Stick tournament is being played this week at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex. Seven games are being played at the Blyth and District Community Centre on Saturday. Competition gets underway at 8 a.m. with the Blyth Brussels Crusaders taking on Minto. The second game at 9:30 a.m., has Listowel going up against Ayr. At 10:45 a.m. Plattsville plays TCDMHA and then at 12:15 p.m. Lambeth faces off against Mitchell. The Crusaders play their second game of the day at 1:45 p.m. as they take on Flesherton. Then a game at 3 p.m. has Embro taking on TCDMHA. The final game of the day in Blyth, at 4:30 p.m., matches BCH with Lambeth. Blyth Brussels has already played one game as they faced off against the Kincardine Alternate Entry team on Tuesday. The playoffs of the tournament are being played Sunday beginning at 9 a.m. at the North Huron Wescast Community Complex in Wingham. By Jim Brown Special to The Citizen RIDE SAFE DRIVE SOBER O.F.S.C. PERMITS ON SALE NOW Buy unlimited riding all winter long on any O.F.S.C. Prescribed Trail with a 2013/14 Full Season Permit. Save $50 if bought before Dec. 1/13 - $210.00 Classic permits save $30. before Dec. 1/13 - $140.00 Permit outlets: B&K Tire, Brodhagen; Middegaal Pool and Sports, Delta Power Equipment, Seaforth; McGavin’s, Walton; Radar Auto Parts, Brussels; Mitchell Tire Service, Mitchell; TJ’s Variety, Monkton. V.I.N. A MUST (Vehicle Identification No.) Classic permits available on-line only at www.ofsc.on.ca For info call Wayne 519-345-2755 or wbennewies@rocketmail.com Continued on page 10 Ironmen get back at Mount Forest, earn 6-3 win