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The Citizen, 1987-01-21, Page 17THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 21, 1987. PAGE 17. Sports Blyth Tykes top Lucknow Blyth novices beat Brussels, lose to Goderich BYRUSTYBLADES The Blyth novices played two games last weekend and they once againlookedveryrustyingaining a split in these contests. Last Friday, they ventured over to Brussels where they coasted to a 7-0 triumph. Blyth opened the scoring two minutes into the game as Henry Bos took the rebound Irom Ryan Chamney, shot and neatly stuffed it past the startled goaltender. Just over a minute later Blyth added to its lead as Brian McNichol made a pinpoint pass to Shawn Hakkers at the Brussels blueline. Shawn skated across the blueline and delivered a low, hard drive to the far corner of' the net. Blyth completed the first period scoring one minute later on a goalmouth scramble. Brian McNichol and Scott Arthur both had a poke at the puck before Chris Howson pounced on the rebound and deposited the puck in the net. Only one goal was scored in the second period as the period ended 4 - 0 in Blyth’s favour. Brian McNichol gained possession of the puck deep in the Brussels corner and spotted Benjic Hakkers stand- ing all alone in front of the Brussels’ goal. Another accurate pass from Brianendedupon the stick of Benjic who made no mistake as he banked the puck off of the post and into the net. Benjic scored his second goal of the game seventeen seconds into the third period as Peter Craig was the playmaker on the play as he set up Benjic perfectly. The 7 - 1 I combination teamed up to give Blyth a 6 - 0 lead with two minutes and 45 seconds left in the game. Number 7, Jason Rutledge, cross­ ed the Brussels blueline and put an unselfish pass onto the stick of number 11, Rvan Chamney. Ryan took a couple of strides and scored onalowdrivethat neverleftthe ice. The final go^j was scored 33 seconds later as Peter Craig scored the prettiest goal of the evening. He left the goalie squirming helplessly on the ice by putting a move on the goalie that even Wayne Gretzky would be proud of. The goaltending tandem of Mike de Jong and Chris Lee shared another shutout as they turned back the Brussels attack in a convincing 7 - 0 win. On Saturday, January 17. Blvth travelled to Goderich where they encountered avery aggressive, but bv no means overpowering, novice A team. It was a close game as Blyth ran into a hot goaltender who led his team to a 4 - 1 victory over a very timid Blyth squad. The penalty list was longer than the goal scoring list as Blyth opened the game with a well deserved power play goal. De­ fenceman Mark Shepherd made the play of the game for Blyth as he pinched in with the puck at the Goderich blueline. He surveyed the situation and spotted two Blyth blueshirts standing alone in front of the Goderich net. He threaded a nice pass through to Ryan Cham­ ney who tipped the puck to Jason Rutledge. Jason, who possesses that goal scoring edge that cannot be taught, easily put the puck into the net for Blyth’s only goal of the game. After a strong opening period, Blyth backed off in the second period as Goderich dominated with three goals. Blyth showed life in the third frame but the Goderich goaltender was no doubt the player of the game as he continuously made exceptional saves on some exceptional plays and shots by the determined Blyth team. However, he could not be beaten the rest of the way as Goderich held on for a 4 - 1 win. Not a bad effort considering the size difference of the two centres. With the cold weather finally here, the arena is once again in use but who knows for how long. Three practices are scheduled for the novice team this week as the coaching staff attempts to get the team in high gear and get them playing the way they are no doubt capable of. The fundraising committee for Blyth Minor Hockey pulled off another stunning successasthe arena auditorium was well packed for the family dance last Saturday night. Thanks goes out to “the Crippled Ducks” who provided a very entertaining night of music. Some of the young hockey and ringette players showed they have just as many smooth moves off the ice as they do on the ice. BY BRENDA BURKHOLDER The Blyth Tykes travelled to Lucknow Friday night for an exhibition game. Lucknow heard we were good, but even with eight and nine year olds on their team, Blyth held their own and came home with a victory win of 5 - 4. Considering Blyth had not been on theicefortwoweeks(duetothe break-down of the ice machine) it did not take them long to get back in the swing of things. Four goals were scored by Lucknow; twoin the first period and two in the second, but excellent goal tender, Darryl Bromley, who had stopped many others said, “No More". First goal for Blyth was by Jeff Cowan, followed by a second one assisted by Amanda Anderson. Six minutes remained in the second period and defenceman, Corey Shannon, crossed the blue line, shot and scored, making the score 4-3. Entering into the third period Blyth was just getting warmed up. With seven minutes remaining Jeff Cowan shot the puck to the defenceman Shane Burkholder, who had positioned himself in front ofthenet, caughtthepuck, shot and scored bringing it to a tie of 4 - 4. With only two and a half minutes left in the game, Jeff Cowan scored the deciding goal. The next game was Saturday in Clinton at 2:15. First and second periods passed with numerous shots at both nets but to no avail. Goaltender for the game Shane Burkholder was on his toes, stopping the puck before it could sneak by with excellent help from defence. The team worked togeth­ er, passing the puck and showing their skills as never before. This was obviously one of their best games showing how well they have improved since the first of the season. One and a half minutes into the third period Mark “Sparky” Wil­ son crossed the blue line shooting the puck. It glided smoothly across the ice into the net followed by Mark himself. Mark came out grinning from eartocarwith his stick in the air. With only three and a half minutes remaining in the game Clinton gave it one more try. Defenceman Corey Shannon was ready, knocking the puck away. Both players fell, sliding past the net only for the Clinton player to swing back and catching the puck with his stick, slid it between Shane’s legs to make a tie of 1 - 1. Excitement was mounting with two and a half minutes left in the game when Mark “Sparky” Wilson shot the puck from out of right wing scoring, for a victory of 2 - 1. fyke players are Ronnie Abel- Rinn, Amanda Anderson, Greg Blok, Jason Badley, Darryl Brom­ ley, Shane Burkholder, Michael Courtney, Scott Bromley, Jeff Cowan, Jeff Ferguson, Michael Haggitt, Jeff Johnston, Corey Shannon, Mark Wilson and coach Barry Bromley. I BEST RATE /^investments FINANCIAL CENTRE. GODERICH 524-2773 1.800.265-5503 Phone John Nixon 887-9417 agent for WEST WAWANOSH MUTUAL INS. CO. Farm, Residential, Auto, Commercial & Liability “VWien you become a policy holder, you become a share holder" Head office - Dungannon CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING AT IT’S BEST! SKI BENMILLER AND THE BEAUTIFUL MAITLAND RIVER VALLEY Featuring: Seven groomed, well marked trails covering 4 18 kilometers plus as many variations as you can find! Blyth Legion Auxiliary makes jubilee plans Daily Trail Fee... $3.00 per person Skiing Daily 10a.m. to3p.m. CHERRYDALEFARM The first meeting of 1987 for the Legion Auxiliary was held January 7 at the Blyth Legion Hall with 15 members present. It was reported that the Christ­ mas gift boxes had been delivered to the “Survival through Friend­ ship” house and to Family Servic­ es. Card parties began on January 3 and will continue every two weeks in the Legion Hall at 8 p.m. Proceeds will go to the Jubilee Fund. The quilters are putting another quilt together, and tickets will soon be on sale. The draw will take place at the Craft Sale March 28 in the Memorial Hall. The ladies will have a craft table and bake table for which donations will be received. All proceeds will go toward the upkeep ui me kitchen in Memorial Hall. Diamond Jubilee cookbooks are on sale in several village stores. The main item on the agenda was the “Handicap’s elevator.” Discussions have been on-going between the Legion Auxiliary, Village Council and engineers for many weeks. It seems that the project will go ahead with the Ladies Auxiliary spear-heading the fundraising. This will be the group’s main Jubilee project re­ cognizing 60 years of work by the Legion Ladies Auxiliary. When finalized it is hoped that other community groups will join in this very worthwhile and much needed addition to the Community Hall. The next Auxiliary meeting will be February 1. SKI TICKETS: may be purchased at The Benmiller Inn Front Desk or in The Forge at Cherrydale Farm, one mile east of Benmiller Inn. A PRES SKI: Open daily, The Forge offers light Snacks and Hot Beverages - Saturday and Sunday 11:30 a m. to 2:30 p.m. Hot beverages offered weekdays only, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Operated by Benmiller Inn For more information write or call: BENMILLER INN R.R. 4, GODERICH N7A 3Y1 (519) 524-2191