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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1992-04-22, Page 14Page 14 Times -Advocate, April 22, 1992 SPOZ?TS Celebrating their OMHA peewee championship are members of the Stephen Township Sharks; Jason Glavin, Jeff Glavin, Ben McCann, Wes Regier, Nick Pfaff, Derek Sweitzer, Tim Morgan, Jeff Glover, Rob Morrissey, Matt Glavin, John Ruffen, Kurt Mills, Darryl Parsons, Coach Bob Parsons, Assistant coach Jim McCann, Manager Jack Glavin, Trainer Mike Glavin. Glavins lead champions By Fred Groves EXETER Illitk- There were screams, smiles and even a few tears. All symbolic of winning the big one. On Saturday afternoon, the Ste- phen Township Sharks beat the Sunderland Red Wings 1-0 to win the final game of the Ontario Mi- nor Hockey Association peewee 'E' championship. Defence was the key ingredient in this series and as Jack Twolan, Western Ontario Hockey Associa- tion chairman indicated, it was a goattenders' battle. At one end of the rink, Sharks' Jason Glavin did not allow a goal while at the other end, counterpart Mike Phoenix's only error came when Tim Morgan bounced a shot off the post. "I was really surprised because every other game they got at least a couple of goals on us," said Jason Glavin. The final series began back on March 28 when Sunderland came to Huron Park and won 3-1. That was followed by a 3-2 Sharks' win and a 3-3 tie, both in Sunderland. On April 11, Stephen won 7-4 but the following day came up short in a 5-1 decision which set the stage for the sixth and deciding game. "I thought we were a good team," said Glavin. "In all the other years we've been knocked out in the fust round." While he was the defensive star, Morgan was the offensive hero as his shorthanded goal with 6:02 left in the first period, was the only scoring of the game. Sharks' captain Jeff Glavin won the faceoff deep in the Sunderland zone, got the puck over to Morgan who fired it high on Mike Phoenix. The puck rang off the right post and ripped the mesh. "The puck just slid across to me. It hit the post and went in," said Morgan. Is that a Shark fin sticking out of Jeff Glover's back as he Mike Phoenix? New programs for women in coaching (Med with panni l k- ing Association of Cama "But who else is going to be the volleyball coach? If you don't do it again this year we may lose the Wail." How often have you heard that story? With budgets being cut year after year, the coaching staff is be- ing asked to do more and more to maintain existing programs. In Canada, the sport system relies heavily on volunteers to coach the local club or after-school team. Even though progress is being made to professionalize coaching and to create more full-time coach- ing positions, our sport system will always depend on volunteers to run amateur programs. "We need more coaches," says Geoff Gowan, president of the 'Coaching Association of Cama. "The system has been relying on the same people year after year and we simply must expand our base of resources." "He [Phoenix] was pretty tough. I think we should have scored a few more." Both goalies were involved in collisions in the second period. Ste- phen forward Jeff Glover sailed over top of Phoenix and shortly af- ter, Glavin raced into the corner and was met by three -Red Wings. Glavin said he had to go in after the puck, which he smuthered be- cause his teammates were on a line change and if he didn't cover the puck, Sunderland would have had a good chance to score into the open net. The pyhsical contact between him and the Red Wings' skaters was followed by an altercation be- hind the Stephen net which saw both teams receive a minor penalty. Saturday's game was a test of stamina for the two best skaters on the ice. Sharks' Jeff Glavin and Red Wings' captain Stew Parish went head-to-head but it was Glavin showing more endurance. His defensive ability helped in the final three -and -a -half minutes of the game in which he stayed on the ice. "He's [Jeff played peewee and bantam all year, he's in good shape. He's a good hockey player and without him we wouldn't have got- ten this far," said Stephen coach Bob Parsons. Parsons felt his team dominated in the final game. "I think we had more good scor- ing chances. Their goalie played well." He noticed Parish was going to have to be watched and he was shadowed most of the game. "In the first three games, they scored eight goals. He had six of them and set one up. We had to Shut him down." In Canada, about 80 percent of coaches working at the community and school level are male .At the Olympic level where coaches work with high-performance athletes, about 90 percent of the coaches are male. "It's unfortunate that women do not have as many opportunities in coaching. It is a challenging role that allows you to be in an impor- tant leadership position," says Syl- vie Beliveau, head coach of the Na- tional women's Soccer Team. She has been coaching for more than ten years and believes it is an im- portant leaming experience for young women. High school coach Joellen Barr agrees, "it is a fulfill- ing experience. it gives you the chance to contribute to the commu- nity while gaining important skills." One of the most challenging as- pects of coaching is being in the po- sition to anpower others. Coaching provides the opportunity to teach new skills, to communicate to large groups, to deal with the public, to plan and organize a season of train- ing, and to direct people to work as a team and towards a common goal. Baseball season begins Sunday I.UCAN - The junior baseball season gets under- way on Sun- day as the Western Junior Baseba' Leat has opening day in both Lucan and St. Marys. At 12:30 p.m., Clinton, one of two new teams in the league, will be in Lucan while Goderict hosts St. Marys. At 3:30 p.m. Stford, which is comprised primarily of Goderich midget -aged players trav- el to Stonetown which is a St. Mar- ys midget team. Brian Munro is the coach of the Lucan team and bad weather has been a problem as far as practices are concerned. "We've had some cancelled We haven't had much going on," he said. "I'm pleased with what I've seen." The Exteter Co -Op Juniors are looking to repeat as league champs and could have -a stronger team than last season. At the beginning of the week, `ashwood was scrambling to keep team afloat. If that team folds, , of the remaining players could come to Exeter. "We're going to have a lot of players if Dashwood doesn't have a team," said Exeter coach Jim Rus- sell. Dan and Derek Masse ' from Dashwood, along with Exeter's Dave Schwindt and Scot Russell are trying out for the Stratford Jun- iors. All four would no doubt help form the nucleus of the Exeter club. "We eepect to have both (Masse brothers], playing for us," said Rus- sell. Fred Gregus and Brent O'Brien won't be with the Co -Op Juniors 'this summer but the infield looks like a good one with Doug Clark at first, Jeff Keller at second, short- stop Mike Agnew, Ben Riley 'at third base and Schwindt behind the plate. Outfielders include Terry Genu- ner, Mark Russell and Shawn McFall s. Exeter has its fust game on Sun- day, May 3 in Lucan at 12:30 p.m. League notes:..Anyone wishing to help coach in Lucan can contact Brian Munro at 2274062—Clinton is having its troubles getting a home night to play... 5 Coaching is really managing. It is the kind of experience women need to get to excel in their careers later in life. Women need to take advan- tage of opportunities where they can influence others. Seeing waren inti positions of authority helps young boys recognize that women are leaders and it provides young girls with important role models. The lack of female representation in coaching is a major concern to the Coaching Association and it has initiated two programs to encourage more women to consider coaching. For women interested in getting involved at the community level - either as a career or on a volunteer basis - the Association has devel- oped a new resource package called Ready, Set, Coach. It was designed for use in a physical education or health class. The package includes a 6 -minute video, a teacher's discus- sion guide and a resource booklet. The information is targeted to 16-24 year olds, providing them with a look at coaching duties, the many courses available on coaching tech- niques and the people to contact to get involved in coaching. The cost for the video and discussion guide is 510.00; the resource booklet is $1.00. The second initiative focuses on coaches et the high-performance level or women interested in coach- ing full-time. the Career Develop- ment Program for Women in Coaching is designed to increase employment opportunities by pro- viding wage subsidies and profes- sional development grants. There are currently 12 coaches being sup- ported through wage subsidies for a three-year term. New applications for this component off, the program will be accepted in 1993. Ten pro- fessional development grants of $2,000 each are available in 1992 for coaches interested in taking ad- vantage of unique opportunities such as seminars or conferences, major competitions or consultation with recognized sport experts. The Coaching Association is also a partner with the Canadian Interu- niversity Athletic Union (CIAU) in the organization of the National Coaching School for Women. Now in its fifth year, the school attracts coaches from across the country to discuss women's issues, hear high- profile keynote speakers and be- come o-come certified in the National Coaching Certification Program at either Level 2 or 3. Since the Cana- da Games Council has implemented NCCP Level 3 as the minimum standard for coaches who partici- pate in the Games, more women are seeking certification at that level. The National Coaching School for Women is being held June 20-26 in Truro, Nova Scotia. Interested indi- viduals should call Jennifer Russell at (613) 748-5619. To order your copy of Ready, Set, coach please call 1-613-748-5624. ' For more information on the Career 1 Development Program for Women in Coaching contact Alain Marion, Coaching Association of Canada at (613) 748-5624. Oe„wo Thank YOU As the Exeter Mohawks conclude another suc- cessful seasonhighlighted by winning the Ontario Senior "A" Championship it is appropriate to rec- ognize and thank two very Important facets of our 0121121011r- - As you travel throughout our league, from Dunn- ville to Sarnia, you won't find any more supportive fans than those in Exeter. You've made the differ- ence on many occasions. ................................. OUR SPONSORS Providing top rate hockey is not possible without the financial support of a Targe number of spon- sors. Many have been assisting the Mohawks for a good number of years and we most certainly look forward to continuing the relationship in the future. Your support has been outstanding. • AWARDS AND APPRPreI_A_TION NIGHT Mark this date on your calendar now: Sat., May 2, Hensall Community Centre. Casual attire. Agenda: 7 - 8 p.m. - Cock- tail hour. 8- 9 p.m. Awards presentations, 9 p.m. -1 a.m. Dance. Smorgasbord by Jerry Rader's Homestyle Catering - approx. 11:30 p.m. This is the night the Mohawks join with their fans to cele- brate their great season. A limited number of tickets are available to fans for only $15.00 per couple. Contact any - m .- r .f h • x • ' .• . ..:AA,- .. 1p WANTED If you're interested in making sure Senior Hockey in Exeter continues to bq successful, there's a place for you on the Mohawks Executive. Please call John Pryde at 235-0293, evenings. :Gera i s; n .. v , e :. o