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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2011-07-14, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JULY 14, 2011.Sports Brussels Tigers trump Exeter with strong pitching The Brussels Tigers received strong pitching from Ty Sebastian as they doubled up the Exeter Braves 4-2 in Huron County Fastball League play on July 6 in Brussels. The Braves put two runners across the plate in the top of the first inning, but those would be the only runs they would score as Sebastian and the Brussels defence shut them down for the rest of the game. Sebastian helped his own cause at the plate as he connected for a triple and a double. Josh Kellington was good for a triple and Brian McArter and Matt McCall rapped out one single each. Sebastian went the distance in the pitching circle to pick up the win. “We received very strong pitching,” coach Murray Kellington said after the game. He indicated the Tigers also had good defence and received some timely hitting. “Everyone played well together,” he said. The Tigers were in Fullarton on Sunday. The Tigers hosted the Walton Brewers on Wednesday and then host the Zurich Rangers next Wednesday beginning at 9 p.m. The Walton Brewers hosted the Blyth Barons on Tuesday and host the Stratford Memorials next Tuesday beginning at 8 p.m. The Blyth Barons host the Fullarton A’s on Friday, beginning at 7:30 p.m. and then host Zurich next Friday beginning at 7:30 p.m. By Jim Brown The Citizen Braves fall prey to Tigers The Brussels Tigers doubled the Exeter Braves 4-2 in Huron County Fastball action on July 6 in Brussels. A strong defensive effort paired with solid pitching from Brussels’ Ty Sebastian held the Braves to their first two runs long enough to get the win. (Jim Brown photo) Grizzlies maul Barons in fastball The Blyth Barons are continuing to struggle at the plate and in the pitcher’s circle. The Goderich Grizzlies put three runners across the plate in the top of the first inning on July 1 in Blyth and the Barons were unable to bounce back as they fell 10-5 to the Goderich club. Player-coach Mike McDonald said the three runs by the Grizzlies in the opening inning was something the Barons were unable to recover from. “They scored in every inning,” he said. “We just couldn’t get anything going.” The Barons scored three runs in the bottom of the fifth inning to keep the game going as they trailed 9-0. He added that the Goderich pitcher, Greg Gordon, pitched a good game. “We were unable to hit him. He kept us guessing at the plate,” McDonald said. Kirk Stewart was in the pitcher’s circle for the Barons. Adam Cronin took over in relief, with Darcey Cook finishing up in the circle. Steve Hewitt had a triple and a single for the Barons. Mike Bromley had a double and single with Mike Kerr hitting a double. Dana Doherty rapped out a single. Monkton Wildcats Hockey 2010-2011 Senior ‘AA’ Division Champions are currently accepting applications for the following positions for the upcoming 2011 - 2012 hockey season: • Head Coach • Assistant Coaches (2) • Trainer Applications are asked to be submitted, no later than Friday, July 29th to Becky Beuerman P.O. Box 268, Monkton, ON N0K 1P0 or by email at beuerman@tnt21.com. Any questions please call 519-347-4249. The Wildcats thank all for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. By Jim Brown The Citizen Wow! What a week the Wingham Golf and Curling Club enjoyed last week. Over 50 children came out to participate in the annual junior golf clinic. It was fantastic to see all the smiling young faces who hopefully some day will become the future of the club. Head instructor Ed Daer along with Don Bone, Doug Neil, Greg Tiffin, Dave Nesbitt and many other volunteers did a super job with the kids and without these great members taking time to help, this clinic would not be possible. Thanks guys! Some of the female members, along with many of the Wednesday morning senior men gave up their regular days to encourage this large group of eager children. On Thursday, July 7 the men’s night had 60 golfers take to the links on a beautiful summer evening. Dennis Knox and Doug Neil, along with Warren Rich claimed the awards for longest putts. Other winners were, closest to the pin, Bob Johnston and Don Bone and hidden score winners were Greg Tiffin, Kyle Moran and Scott McPherson. Joel Watson took home the prize for most honest golfer. Bone, along with Dave Gamble and Joy Marston, shot good rounds of 38 to tie for low gross honours. OUT OF BOUNDS NEWS The Wingham Golf and Curling Club is returning to the OLG Slots at the Clinton Raceway on Monday, July 18 for a great night and fundraiser. Anyone interested in joining that evening should contact Bruce at the pro shop. Come join the fun with Belgrave Ball Hockey! Thursday nights starting July 28th at 7 pm ~ Ages 5-14 years REGISTRATION NIGHT: July 14th from 7-8:30 pm at Belgrave Arena For more information please contact: Robin McMichael 519-357-1852 Mel Coultes 519-887-8340 I bet Brussels won Last Monday, July 4, Brussels hosted themselves during a U8 soccer matchup. The Brussels Black team took to the field against their inter-town rivals the Brussels Red Team. (Jim Brown photo) BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED Chip and a Putt – By Bruce Skinn