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That is important to us too, but most of all we will remember the fact that this was the day when our old fear of approaching coaches and taking pictures at football games more or less evaporated, after a long and stuffy forty years. Our first meeting with South Huron students was a happy one, and we shall remember that a long time too. couragement to their team and lots and lots -of cheers gorobined with hand clapping. One cheer girl asked us "Am I clapping the right way — my hands keep burt!ng, and I don't seem to be helping too much", Another moment gave us an opportunity to talk briefly to senior coach, Ron Bogart, who was preparing his team for the field. The coach was very helpful to us even though be was reluctant to consent to a picture before the game, He had never allowed that, he said, and con- sidered. it would be an unwise thing to do. At any rate the final happy spot of the afternoon for us was when South Huron Cheer Leader Captain, Elaine Overholt, very agreeably consented, to have her group assemble for a picture — and she wasted no time doing it. We are hopeful that the picture n,,,,,q ,„010,11V By JOHN EERY All of a sudden the T-A gave us the assignment of taking a pic- ture at the big football afternoon in Stratford on Saturday. We looked forward to it with mixed pleagure. Not that we do not enjoy football; we have been in the football television audience almost without a miss since the screen first appeared, But after all was said and done we had not done any football reporting or picture taking since we were a Cub reporter for the school newspaper. And even then we had a really tough time of it when it came to football — an ex- perience which left us a bit nervous about such events Cre some time to come. Anyway the news editor of forty or more years ago sent us out with the order to interview several stars of the big team — and the same news editor gave us no tips as to where or how we were to approach these men who were first cousins to — well almost gods. As a result we made our way to ,the practice field which happened to be in the stadium itself that day. And it also happened to be the day before a big, crucial game. Did we get to interview any of the players? Not on your life — and we mean "life". After sort of "mousing" up to the first small "elephant" we opened our mouth to ask a question — and then we heard a. voice like a clap of thunder. It was the coach, and he was without a doubt addressing us: "Get out of here and stop bothering my players!" was what we heard as we turned tail for the stadium exit. Maybe he • wasn't aware of what a fine bit of publicity his big team was missing. We weren't going to wait to explain that to anyone, least of all a coach who cracked the whip over thirty for more such large men. On Saturday at Stratford, we are pleased to say, we got a far different treatment and our old feelings about coaches and cheer leaders and football players undeiwent a pleasant change. One or two of the young South Huron rooters explained a few things about what was going on and they didn't laugh in our face, either. Another pointed out the Captain of the Cheerleaders. We were right in the midst, it seemed, of all of the South Huron cheering and it was really an infectious thing. Those splendidly vibrant and energetic girls in their bright red sweaters, kept up a constant bubble of en- 8-Track Tapes AT PRICES YOU'LL LIKE BEAT THE SNOW with • Huge Selection • Melting Prices WE NEED YOUR TRADE! THOMPSON- WARNER MOTORS Open 7 Days till 10 Grand Send 238-2391 "Nice People to Deal With" We do have aerials and power microphones See Us For ALL YOUR SPORTS EQUIPMENT NEEDS Join the Fastest Growing Hobby In North America CHOOSE FROM OUR WIDE SELECTION OF RADIOS Citizen Band THREE JUNIOR PANTHERS TOPS — Three members of the Junior panthers of South Huron High were chosen for awards far their competitive play during the championship season, Jeff O'Brien, No. 33, as the top offensive player, Brad Conn, No. 72, as the top defensive player, and Brad Taylor, No, 55, as the mast valuable overall player on the team. Panthers unsuccessful in attempt for championship For the second year in a row, the Senior Panthers were un- successful in their attempt to gain the football championship in Stratford. The Panthers were defeated by the Clinton Redmen 17 to 12 in a closely fought battle that showed both teams at their best. Coach Ron Bogart felt that some of the mistakes were made by the team because of the lack of experience on the team. The Panthers were carrying ten players who had never seen senior action before this year. The Panthers started off the right way in the first quarter when Steve Knight pounded 74 yards for a touchdown on a punt return. Knight received the ball on his own 36 and cut to the right, picking up two blocks that started him off and from there on it was clear running for him. Paul Brooks, a tremendously con- sistent place kicker, missed only his second convert of the year on the point atter attempt, The defence held Clinton well, and at one point forced a fumble which was recovered by Clinton. Clinton did not get out of their own end on their first series of downs and was forced to punt. On the first play from scrim- mage, Doug Mclsaac found the room to move after good blocking by Gould, Pfaff and Knee and rambled seventy yards before he was hauled down on the Clinton eight yard line, Two plays later he went over for the score from the two, The Panthers were not so successful the next time they had the ball however. They picked up a first down on three running plays, but a fumble by Baird on the forty of South Huron left the Redmen with excellent field position. Clinton then hit with a thirty yard pass play that left them with a first down on the Panther ten yard line. The first play from 50% OFF TROPHIES Engraving Done On Location Sports Centre Main St. Exeter - • Open 9 - 5:30 — 235-2261 Darts results IiIVIII llllllllll $11.11/114 llllll I-141111111 llllll 11.11111111ln scrimmage was stopped by some strong gang tackling before Clinton scored on a pass play on their second down. The convert was sueressful, Mclsaac almost_got loose again on the ensuing kickoff and was brought down by the last defender. Mclsaac, who is a threat from any part of the field, was chosen as the best player on the offensive squad this week. He carried 23 times for 182 yards and one touchdown. Marc Gelinas was chosen the best all round defender, The second quarter was when things started to happen for the Redmen. They blocked a Panther punt and scored two singles off of punts when they had the wind at their backs, The score at half time was 12 to 9 in favor of the Panthers. The Panthers kicked off and held the Redmen after they had picked up two first downs, When the Panthers took over the ball, they picked up a first down on the ground but going to the air proved to be the fatal blow. John Van Gerwen had his pass picked off by a Redman and the happy defender scampered 45 yards for the touchdown. A high snap from center resulted in a broken play that caused a two point conversion, Coach Bogart said that the defence was "not thinking on that play" and should not have allowed the ball to be thrown in for the points. That made the score 17 to 9 and that was the way it ended, as the Panthers were unable to muster the points that they needed in several final efforts. Bogart reflected the disap- pointment for his team when he said they "have no regrets except that I am sorry we couldn't end the season with a victory." The senior Panthers will be losing 9 players after this year, but Bogart thinks that the bulk of his team will be back again next year. He was pleased with the strong showing of the rookies this year. The Panthers outplayed the Redmen everywhere but in the score, picking up 277 yards on offence as compared to the 191 for Clinton. Their passing game was weak, as they were unsuccessful in three attempts. Bogart felt that the passing was what hurt the Panthers, "two of theirs and one of ours" he said, referring to the interception, "Wait until next year is becoming too familiar a statement," he said, adding "I don't want to quit coaching as a loser," Standings as of Nov. 7th. Sassenachs D.R.'s Scotties Flying Highs Itchy Niters Last Chance Robins 32 30 29 28 26 26 26 Schedule for Nov. 14th. STRONG DEFENCE — The hard hitting defence of the Junior Panthers was one of the main reasons that the trophy came to Exeter this year. Here several Panthers are about to gang-tackle a Goderich runner, Photo courtesy of the Goderich Signal-Star 8:00 pm,. 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R is a great topic of debate, and no matter what woes beset the country or what troubles you are in, there always seems to be time to predict this years Stanley Cup winner or suggest an alternative play that should have been used by the quarterback in that last quarter goal-line stand, On the ether side of the fence, sports is also the type of thing that can draw a town, city or country together. The prime example of this was Paul Henderson's climatic goal in the 197 Canada-Russia hockey series. The uniting effect of that one moment tied this country closer together for a few brief minutes than any of the planned Centennial celebrations that occurred in 1967. Yet, despite all of the positive aspects of sports there are things which are wrong and situations that could be im- proved so easily except for the unwillingness of both the combatants and the fans, Violence, inflated salaries and pedestrian attempts at change are only three of the prime examples that immediately spring to mind. Because of the far reaching aspects of sports, and the influences that it holds on the young, organized games should be a subject of discussion and a point of controversy. This does not mean, however, that they should lose the "fun" aspect or the com- petitive feel, merely that we should examine the priorities and the manners of professional sports more closely with an eye to healthy changes, changes that will not necessarily be shown in the profit statements of the teams involved. Nothing could typify the above statements more then the present case involving Dan Maloney of the Detroit Red Wings, Maloney, a player of none too stellar abilities but a good workhorse was involved in one of the ugliest displays of unnecessary violence in hockey ever. Maloney attacked Toronto Maple Leaf defencemen, Brian Glennie from behind after Glennie had thrown a clean, hard hip check at Maloney's teammate Bryan Hextall, Maloney, with the diplomatic style of Mussolini retaliated by decking Glennie with a gloved punch from behind that left Glennie stunned. Rathei ugly and vicious to say the least, but the ubiquitous Maloney was not yet finished. He then proceeded to lift the fallen Leaf up and drop him to the ice, repeating this gesture several times, Glennie was taken to the hospital with a concussion. Maloney has subsequently been charged with assault, lending some credence to the promise of Attorney General Roy McMurty. McMurty had said that the proovince will crack down on undue violence in hockey and charge players who flagrantly violate rules with assault. For his part, Maloney said that the dropping of Glennie to the ice was no such thing. Rather, the gentle Maloney was merely trying to help the injured player to his feet. A plausible defence, until several crucial points are examin- ed. It is common practice with most people when they drop something to at least try and hold it up and failing that, the thrust and weight of the object being dropped will carry them part way down with it until they release it. Maloney never seemed to falter and he never did fuilly release his grip on Glennie. Also, consider the fact that Maloney was hoisting Glen- nie by the sweater. A fallen person is not lifted by his sweater, but by something more substantial, something that will not break or rip, like the shoulders or back. Lastly, and most importantly, when was the last time you saw a hockey player stop and aid another opponent who was injured? The pace of the game does not lend itself to this courtesy. Most hit and run, not because they don't care but because they are off after the puck. They also know that in moving an injured player they may further the injury or create some other complications. This cardinal rule of first aid is strictly adhered to in all major leagues. So, it seems, Maloney has very little defence against the charge laid against him. If and when it does come to trial, I doubt that there will be little difficulty in convicting him, his conviction, however is not what is really on trial. It is more to the point to say that what is on trial is the ability of Clarence Campbell and the NHL owners to govern themselves and adjust the style of the game to a strong, fast type rather then an invitation to a brawl. Controversy has been mounting for several years now over the trend towards violence in hockey, although it is only recently that many people have mounted many objec- tions to it. It came to the fore when the Philadelphia Flyers became the first expansion team to win the Stanley Cup. Although there are some undisputedly brilliant hockey players on the Flyers, Bobby Clark and Bernie Parent being two of the best, they seemed to rely more ' on the browbeating tactics of people like Dave Schultz to do their work over the finesse of Clarke, They started a real fire when they won the Cup, and no matter how many charges are laid, there will be no one to put that fire out until the NHL does something about the deterioration of our national sport. Owners like Harold Ballard, an ex-con, like this brand of hockey, well, maybe not like it but know that it is the brand that wins and they know that losers will not bring in enough gate receipts to paint on the center line, SO they want a team like the Flyers and players like Schultz, In fact, only a couple of weeks before the Maloney incident, Ballard said that he would like a player like Maloney, It is also obvious that Clarence Campbell iS either too weak or toe uncaring to slap out any penalties with meat in them to the violating players. Two game suspensions and 500 dollar fines are of little difficulty to men making 4500 dollars a year. What is needed is a lifetime suspension or fines in the thousands of dollars. That is the sort of thing that will make Others sit up and take notice Of what is going On, If Maloney was banished for life a few of the bullies around the league would tone down their act considerably. This does not mean that suspensions should be handed out every time someone drops their gloves, but for the sickening displays put on by people like Maloney they seem to be a good idea, The other point that should be brought up is the referee- ing of games, It is the policy of all major leagues to stand behind the decisions of their referees and rightfully so. The implications of opening all the calls made in a game to dis- pute presents ramifications that would boggle the mind, nut, referees do make mistakes and obvious mistakes, like not ejecting Maloney, deserve some sort of rebuke, Campbell, in a typical stance, had neither a comment about McMurty's threats or about the incident itself. Barold Ballard said nothing, after all, he does like Maloney and his style, In all, the owners silence merely represents their OM., pliaflee with the events on the ice, eniogitininitiloatianitutitaititaitatentiethileminintimilitinitittainiationIonailier;