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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2010-06-17, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, JUNE 17, 2010.SportsIronmen required to pre-pay for ice time in North Huron As a result of a previous council request, the Wingham Ironmen brought forward a fundraising schedule for North Huron council. The Ironmen executive, represented by President Bill McGrath, outlined a fundraising schedule with a potential $70,000 final figure. The outline includes events throughout the summer and sponsorship opportunities throughout the season. The $70,000 would be more than enough to cover the Ironmen’s $9,000 entry fee, past bills and future ice time requirements, but McGrath warned council that these are potential numbers. “To give you a projection of actual dollars is impossible,” McGrath said. “I can’t say yes, we’re going to pay it all off. I don’t know that. We’re going to do the best we can and it will be watched closely. Big ticket items on the projected revenue list includes the Ironfeast, held on July 15, where the Ironmen hope to raise $10,000 through ticket sales and live and silent auctions, $10,000 in sweater sponsors (40 sweaters at $250 each), $9,000 in game sponsors (18 home games at $500 each), $7,000 through general admission and $8,000 through a goal lottery. McGrath said a lot of the incoming funds for the year have to do with playoffs. “If [the Ironmen] go to the all- Ontario finals, we’ll pay you everything you ever want, which we have done in the past,” he said. “[The report] is a projection, that is what every team hopes to do.” McGrath said that, while projected income is hard to gauge in the hockey industry, their intent is to stay at a positive cash flow this year. Councillor Alma Conn of Wingham ward said that, while the plans look good, taxpayers shouldn’t be put in a position where they may have to pay off the Ironmen’s outstanding debts, and that these debts should be cleared before the Ironmen can step on the ice. “Other organizations are paying for the ice as they play,” she said. “As a taxpayer, I don’t think it is proper for [North Huron] to extend money to organizations when they are taking us further into debt. The taxpayers will have to bear that burden.” Conn also stated that it is unfair to expect every taxpayer to be responsible for something they may not get any benefit from. Councillor Archie MacGowan suggested that, using the projected income, North Huron staff sit down with McGrath and prepare a full budget, including forecasted expenditures, to try and prepare a schedule to “get [the Ironmen] back on their feet.” At a Committee of the Whole meeting on June 14, council approved contacting McGrath stating that the team would need to have both the payment schedule in place and have funds prepared to pay for their ice time prior to stepping on to the ice, as per the township’s policy. Recreation Director Pat Newson also stated that there is a tight schedule for the Ironmen to make their intent known as, within the next two weeks, ice time will be determined and any spots the Ironmen claim will be difficult to fill if the Ironmen aren’t fielding a team this year. Council also approved a request from the Ironmen to have their co-ed slow pitch ball tournament held on July 2-4 officially named a community festival. By Denny Scott The Citizen On the run Several Blyth Public School students travelled to Central Huron Secondary School for their regional track and field meet on June 8. Jenna McDonald, left, and Brookelynn Bos, ran side by side in the competition. (Aislinn Bremner photo) The Wingham Golf and Curling Club had a little bit of everything thrown at it by the weatherman last week, but still managed to have a great week. The Tuesday ladies enjoyed a sunny day with 23 girls playing their rounds throughout the day. Mary Houghton and Maria Van Kuelen were the winners of the longest putts on holes four and eight. The Wednesday senior men had their day washed out by an all- day rain. Many of the guys joined the staff in the clubhouse for coffee. After all, it was their day to play golf. Just a reminder to the senior men that Tuesday, June 22 will be seniors morning next week due to a tournament on Wednesday. On Thursday, the weather just kept getting better as the day progressed as 48 golfers took in the men’s night. The winners were closest to the pin, Mike Logan; longest putt, Ken Petrie and Dennis Knox; longest drive, Seedy (Neil) Beiman and hidden scores Bryon Lachance, Aart DeVos and Doug Reinhardt. Teeswater’s Dave Gamble shot the low gross for the night with a 39. The club also hosted the PC party for meetings throughout the day in the Casemore Room at the club and their day wrapped up with 100 of the members enjoying a buffet in the dining lounge. On Saturday, the Wingham Golf and Curling Club was pleased to have the Godden family hold its yearly golf and lunch day at the club. The rain stopped just in time for the group to enjoy the day. On Sunday the club was glad to help celebrate the 85th birthday of Shirley Wharton. Around 30 family members and friends came together in the dining lounge to share some stories and some laughs on this special day. On Saturday, June 19, the club is hosting the Doctor Recruiting Tournament and on Wednesday, June 23, the Women’s Shelter Tournament. The pro shop reports there is still room in the Junior Clinic scheduled to run July 5 - 9. Call the pro shop for more details. OUT OF BOUNDS NEWS The Wingham Golf and Curling Club would like to congratulate the committee and all the volunteers who helped make the Wingham Muskrat Festival a success! Thank You to the following businesses that have provided community opportunities in 2009-1010 for individuals within Wingham & District Community Living. We look forward to continuing our partnership! Wingham United Church, Lucknow Co-op, Burnside, JBC Plastics, Herbal Magic, Re/Max Land Exchange, Mary’s Restaurant, Pinecrest Manor, Salvation Army - Wingham, MicroAge Basics, Town of Wingham, Lucknow Cut & Curl, Lucknow Pharmasave, Village Barber - Blyth, Fordwich Nursing Home, Pandora’s Pantry, Just Looking, Helm Welding, Godfather’s Pizza, Joe Kerr Limited, Wingham Presbyterian Church, Lucknow Village Market, Shear Design, Wingham Plus Delivery, Watson’s Home Hardware, Kliest Insurance and Financial Services, Coldwell Banker, Knox Presbyterian Church, Walton Inn, Mac’s Milk - Wingham, Cliff’s Plumbing & Heating, Town of Lucknow Rec. Dept., Tim Hortons, Coffee Culture, New Orleans Pizza, McKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Wingham Knights of Columbus, Royal LePage Heartland Realty, Wingham Optometry Clinic, Walton’s Little School, McGavin’s Farm Equipment, Sheila’s Hair Styles, Wingham Foodland, Town and Country Homemakers, Christine’s Clothes Closet, Lucknow Christian Reformed Church, Wingham & District Hospital, Lucknow Pizza Plus, Centre for Employment & Learning, Goodall & Hills Law Office, Crawford Mill & Davies Law Office, Lucknow Winter Sports, Ninemile Retirement Home, Wingham Bargain Shop, Wingham Vet Clinic, Ted Moran Mechanical, Lucknow Dental Clinic, Wingham Medical Centre, Wingham Subway, Wingham Children’s Centre and Best Start Program, Dr. Hall, Signal-Star, Duff’s United Church, The Gift Chest, Lucknow Chiropractic Centre, Total Indulgence, Cullen Motors, Snobelen Feed & Seed. Wingham & District Community Living BLYTH MINOR HOCKEY ***FREE REGISTRATION FOR MITE AGED CHILDREN*** (Children born 06/07) We are also looking for individuals to serve on our executive. Email president@blythminorhockey.on.ca to volunteer! Please visit the Blyth Minor Hockey website at www.blythminorhockey.on.ca or call Diane Howson at 519-523-9050 or email registration@blythminorhockey.on.ca. The Howson Hurricanes travelled to Clinton last week to beat the Clinton 1 team 5-2 in U14 girls soccer action. The Hurricanes were short several players and needed to pull up some players from the U12 team. The Hurricanes got off to a good start, scoring the first goal of the match. Megan Hoggart worked the ball up to Tiffany Conrad. Conrad fired the ball into the back of the net. Clinton kept Charlene Schramm busy in the Blyth net and were able to score one goal to tie the score. Blyth went ahead with a goal from Ariya Vellanga with Mackenzie Nesbitt assisting. The Hurricanes held the lead at the half. Clinton responded quickly at the start of the second half and scored one to tie the game at two. The Hurricanes came on strong late in the game to score three times to put Clinton away. First Nesbitt and Vellanga teamed up once again with Nesbitt scoring, then Hoggart made no mistake on a penalty shot and Shannon Dale scored the final Hurricane goal. The Hurricane defenders, Megan Hoggart, McKayla Nonkes, Hillary Schramm, Carlene Bremner, Shannon Dale and Chantal Van Schaik did a great job of fending off the Clinton attackers to keep them out of the Blyth end. A big thanks to the U12 players Linnea Nonkes, Chelsey Hoggart, Dawn Conrad, Tiffany Conrad, Shannon Dale and Chantal Van Schaik who all played big part in the Hurricane’s victory. U14 Hurricanes take down Clinton 1 5-2 Chip and a Putt – By Bruce Skinn