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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2011-05-26, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 26, 2011. Although Mother Nature isn’t co- operating, the summer of 2011 is almost upon us and Walton Raceway is gearing up for its busiest summer ever. With events scheduled from the end of May until the end of September, Walton Raceway is going to be the place to be for two- wheeled and four-wheeled-off-road motorsports. In the past Walton Raceway has only revolved around the famed Parts Canada TransCan, which traditionally takes place on the third weekend in August. For 2011, there are going to be many different events to help make Walton a great place to visit. Kicking off Walton Raceway’s busy summer will be the entertaining Truck Mud Bog on May 29, with all of the rain the area had endured; there will be no shortage of mud to keep everyone dirty and happy. In keeping with the four-wheeled theme, the CMRC ATV Provincial race will be the first to take to the main track on Saturday, June 4. The following day, the increasingly popular WEC Apex Cycle Enduro will wind its way around the Walton Raceway property, this event will give riders an opportunity to see every inch of owner Chris Lee’s rolling acreage. Just a week later on Sunday, June 12, the Thames Valley Riders will line up for their first race of the year at Walton Raceway. With the following weekend being Father’s Day, Walton Raceway will be the perfect place to celebrate as it hosts the annual Walton Double Header CMRC Provincial on June 18 and 19. With over 1,000 entries expected, this event promises to be big and exciting for spectators and riders alike. This race will also be the last Amateur National Qualifier of 2011, which means it may be the final chance for southwestern Ontario riders to qualify for the 2011 Parts Canada TransCan at Walton Raceway. To add to the non-stop action at Walton Raceway, the Steel City Riders get their chance to race on Sunday, June 26. The second Mud Bog will be held on July 7 and then everyone gets a long break in anticipation for the final big event of the summer, the Parts Canada TransCan, taking place this year during the week of August 15-21. To round out the season before summer break is over, Walton Raceway will host the two-day CMRC ATV Provincial Aug. 27 and 28, followed by the ATV Mud Bog Sept. 3 and the Truck Mud Bog Sept. 4. In the fall, Walton Raceway will welcome the always entertaining CMRC Vet National on September 10 followed by the CMRC Fall series race on Sept. 11 and finally to close out another exciting year at Walton Raceway the Thames Valley Riders wil host a club race on Sept. 25. For additional information on Walton Raceway visit www.waltonraceway.ca and for The Parts Canada TransCan see www.partscanadatranscan.ca For all questions or inquiries, please contact Mark Perrin mark@motocrosscanada.ca or at 519-384-1067. The Blyth Barons picked up their second win of the Huron County Fastball League season last Friday evening, as they scored a 5-3 decision over the Wroxeter Rippers. The Barons held a 3-0 lead after five innings, scoring single runs in the first, fourth and fifth innings. Wroxeter scored two runs in the top of the sixth to trail by one run. In the bottom of the sixth, Blyth put two runners across the plate to restore their three-run advantage. Relief pitcher Dean Wheeler allowed a run in the top of the seventh but that was all and the game ended 5-3 for the Barons. Kirk Stewart was the starting hurler for the Barons, with Wheeler coming on in the sixth to take over in relief and earn the save. Getting singles for the Barons were Darcey Cook, Chris Stewart, Mike McDonald, Shawn Bromley, Adam Cronin and Kirby Cook. Player-manager Mike McDonald said it was an excellent win for the Barons. “We received great pitching from Kirk [Stewart],” he said. McDonald explained Stewart hadn’t pitched in about four years and decided to come back about three years ago. “He’s done a great job,” he said. The Barons also received strong defence. First-base player Kirby Cook made eight put-outs himself. McDonald said second baseman Steve Hewitt made the defensive play of the game in the third inning as he made a diving catch to end the Wroxeter portion of the inning. The Blyth at Stratford game scheduled for May 15 was postponed due to rain and will be made up at a later date. The Brussels Tigers at Walton Brewers game on May 17 was postponed due to rain and will be rescheduled to a later date. The Barons were scheduled to be in Wingham last night for a 7:30 p.m. game against the Hitmen. The Brewers hosted the Belmore Stingers in an 8 p.m. game and the Tigers played host to Stratford in a 9 p.m. contest. Walton travels to Stratford on Sunday for a 7 p.m. contest and hosts Sebringville on Tuesday in a game beginning at 8 p.m. By Jim Brown The Citizen Sports Blyth Barons take second win over Wroxeter Looking for the pick-off The Blyth Barons took their second win of the season with a final score of 5-3 after briefly losing their three-run lead late in the game. The Barons next game will be in Stratford on Sunday, May 29 at 7 p.m. and will host Sebringville on May 31 at 8 p.m.. (Jim Brown photo) Co-ed Slo-Pitch Tournament June 3, 4 & 5 ETHEL First 12 teams accepted Sponsored by “Kyotes Ball Team” Call Steve 519-292-1163 K Raceway announces 2011 season lineup Setting up for a grudge match Players from the Brussels U-14 team took to the field against their Seaforth counterparts on May 19. Despite an exciting game, neither team could distance itself from each other and ended up tying 4-4 when the final whistle was blown. (Vicky Bremner photo)