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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes Advocate, 1996-11-27, Page 16Page 16 Times -Advocate, November 27, 1996 This Week in sports... • • Irish beat Ayr, ready to play Exeter - page 17 • The Intrepid snowmobiler makes season debut - page 18 Heywood scores hat trick Jason Heywood scored his first hat trick of the season while playing in front of a home crowd during a regular OUAA hockey game held in Exeter By Chris Skalkos T -A Reporter EXETER - Skating at the South Huron Recreation Centre for the first time in seven years, Jason Heywood from Exeter scored a nat- ural hat trick for the University of Ontario Mustangs as they defeated Royal Military College 8-1 on Sat- urday night. The Ontario University Athletic Association regular league game was organized by the Exeter Junior "D" Hawks as a fundraiser. Or- ganizers wanted to host a special event for their fans by showcasing a high calibre of hockey in Exeter and bringing the OUAA game cer- tainly fit the bill. Played without a red line, which eliminates the dump and chase style of most leagues, varsity hock- ey is a fast tempo hard-hitting game played by highly skilled athletes. Fans were not disappointed on Saturday night as they witnessed an entertaining end-to-end game that culminated in the third period when Heywood scored three goals in front of a home crowd. Going without a point in the first Jason Heywood scored three goals during a game be- tween the University of Western Ontario and Royal Military College in Exeter on Saturday night. 40 minutes of play, it seemed as if Heywood's line was being frustrat- ed by RMC's defensive squad. "They really keyed -in on our line. It was tough to get some ice, but by the third period we worked them down," said Heywood who notched his first goal after tapping in a rebound that bounced his way. Only seconds later Heywood, poised in front of the net, deflected a shot from the point for his second of the night. "The first couple of goals were lucky," admitted the 6'2" centre. However, his third goal could have made the play -of -the -day highlight featured on any late night television sportscast. Picking up the puck from his own blueline, Heywood side-stepped a forecheck and broke in on the right wing. With a burst of speed he beat a defensman and worked his way into the slot. The RMC goalie had no chance as Heywood buried the puck in the top corner sending the netminder's water bottle flying. A pretty goal to say the least and the fans showed their appreciation by jumping to their feet giving him a standing ovation for his un- assisted effort. "I finally got my feet moving and I was able to get the puck upstairs. I like to shoot up high," he said. This was Heywood's eighth goal in nine games and his first hat trick of the season. It seemed appropriate he would earn it in front of his home crowd, but according to Hey- wood it was strictly a coincidence. According to some fans in at- tendance, the hat trick was.like "ic- ing on the cake." . s ,'-, ;"it's good to, see Jay cow in and yi`hav�e &-goodrgame," saiddifind and Hattr4k'' assistant coachaieff Dal- rymple. Although it was his first time playing in Exeter in seven years, Heywood said that had no bearing on his performance, nor did it af- fect his concentration, although he admits this would be a home- coming he will remember for a long time. , "It's always nice to come home and do well in front of family and friends," said Heywood. O'Rourke, a living testament to the benefits of athletics By Chris Skalkos T -A Reporter TORONTO - When you look at the impact sports has had on South Huron District High School gradu- ate Lee O'Rourke, it's no wonder athletics remains an important as- pect of her life today. O'Rourke is currently teaching physical education and mathemat- ics at Bishop Strachan School in Toronto where she also coaches gymnastics, field hock- ey and the track and field teams. This comes as no sur- prise to those who knew her in high school where she ex- celled in those three sports. Before graduating from South Huron in 1987, O'Rourke was an active honor role stu- dent who won the Ath- lete of the Year award three times as well as the pre- stigious Panther Award for her out- standing contribution to high school sports. Her accomplishments followed her to the University of Western Ontario where she continued to compete in varsity field hockey and track and field. During her four years at Western, she was named MVP in Womens' field events for three consecutive years, including All -Canadian track and field athlete nationally ranked in the triple jump, Two-time OWIAA All-Star and the recipient of' the Purple Blanket Award, the second highest honor bestowed upon an athlete at West - long jump and triple jump for the second straight year at an indoor track and field meet where she broke her own record in , the triple jump (11.50 meters) and qualified for the nationals. The following year she recorded a 11.97 jump at a CIAU meet. The distance was a personal best for O'Rourke and it was a tremendous accomplishment considering she was competing with an injured ankle. After graduating from teacher's college O'Rourke taught physical educa- tion at Western and helped coach the varsity field hockey team. She also taught biology and math in Seaforth before accepting her current position in Toronto where she divides her time between teaching and coaching at the pri- vate girls school as sports continues to re- main an important ele- ment in her life. "Coaching is something I've al- ways wanted to do and it's some- thing that comes naturally to me," she said. Despite the full workload, O'Rourke still finds time to par- ticipate in sports She plays com- petitive field hockey for a Toronto based league and enjoys rec- reational soccer and softball during the summer. She is also teaching at the On- tario Educational Leadership Camp for grade 11 students who aim to develop leadership skills. This sum- mer will be her second year teach- ing at the camp and it is the same program she attended while she was in high school. Lee O ern. In 1991, O'Rourke won both the 'Rourke "I think it's important to keep yourself involved in sports," said O'Rourke, adding juggling an ac- ademic career while participating on more than one team helped her to develop time -budgeting skills and gave her direction in life. "Competing (in sports) motivates you on and off the field." When looking back on her career, O'Rourke is quick to credit her high school coaches: Mr. Workman who coached her in field hockey, Mrs. Eddy who coached her in gymnastics and Mr. Fulop for coaching her in track, for de- veloping her athletic skills and in- stilling in her the drive to succeed. However, she admits a strong athletic program must be based in an equally strong physical educa- tion program. The provincial gov- ernment is contemplating phasing this out of high school classes as a compulsory subject. "I'm saddened to hear they may eliminate phys ed. People tend to forget it teaches you to live a healthy lifestyle." O'Rourke is a living testament to the advantages of physical educa- tion and sports and she would like to see every student have an op- portunity to realize the benefits they have to offer. "Physical education and sports isn't about being the best at some- thing. It helps you to adopt a healthy lifestyle and other life skills," she explained making a clear distinction between team and individual sports. "It teaches you to compete against yourself, push- ing you to do better and it also teaches you to work together in sit- uations you can't get in a class- room." Gold medal winners The Exeter Tween "A" ringette team placed first at the Exeter and District Ringette Association home tournament recently. Gold medal winners from back row left, Tammy Preszcator (manager), Kendra Mudge, Kerri Fulton, Ashley Gooch, Nicole Zwaan, Doug Miners (coach). Middle row from left, Jodi Walsh (assistant coach), Brittany Caldwell, Kristin Hodge, Kelly Miners, Tammy McClure. Front row from left, Megan Preszcator, Kelli Fulton and Leeanne Erb. Hawks defeat Belmont, coach unhappy with play EXETER - Although the Exeter hawks defeated Belmont 7-1 at the South Huron Recreation Centre on Friday night, head coach Dave Revington was shaking his head after the game. "We have to play better than that if we want to be competitive," said Revington. , Despite a sloppy opening period, the Hawks were leading 2-1 on goals from Jeff Glavin and Chris Kennedy, but. exchanging an equal amount of shots w th„4 eatp„Sittingin the bottom of their division wasn't Revington's definition of a good game. "The first period might have been the worst I've seen us play all year,” he said. ' Glavin and Kennedy scored their second goal each in the second period, Sean McCann and Dan Taylor added one each and Chad Gilfillan scored Exeter's last goal late in the third. Nathan Burns, who scored eight goals in his last two games since joining the Hawks, recorded three assists, Joey MacDonald had two while Darcy Cox, Greg Goodwin, Bill Hodge, Jason Rutledge, Chris McDonald, McCann and Glavin also assisted. A lack of motivation ran amok among the Hawk players who played without the tough and high spir- ited performance they're known for. And with only five penalties being called, the uneventful game went by quickly. Coaching staff said Friday's shoddy effort was a case of everyone relying on a handful of guys to do all the work, but according to Revington "that won't last.” Exeter's next two games will be pivotal as both are against teams within their own division...teams that have handed the Hawk's their only two losses of the season. On Friday, Exeter will host North Middlesex in what may be the grudge match of the season. The last time these two teams met in Parkhill the penalty infested game turned out to be a shootout with the Hawks ending up on the short end of a 10-8 score board. Exeter will then travel to Lucan the next night to grapple with the Irish. Lucan handed Exeter its first loss of the season beating the Hawks by one goal in their first encounter of the season four weeks ago. Losing both games to inter -division teams would certainly threaten Exeter's first place position in the Junior "D" standings. However, a pair of wins would help rid them of a few ghosts and give them the motivational boost they have been lacking in their last two games. Lucan trotting colt wins Sires Stakes LUCAN - Dorothy Revington of Lucan was present to witness her horse Carriage House capture his second consecutive Ontario Sires Stakes Gold Series with a huge victory at Windsor Raceway last Tuesday. Her horse moved up from behind with a dramatic late move in the stretch drive to take the $98,280 purse by a neck in 1:59. That clocking was a new lifetime mark for the two-year old trot- ting colt, who was also victorious in his $31,516 Gold Series elim- ination one week before, and equals the track record at Windsor. His time of 1:59 is also a new 5/8 Canadian track record for a two year` -old trotter. "We were tickled with the way it turned out," said Revington who was surprised to see her horse race so well. she said Carriage House recently recovered from a "puss -pocket" in his foot and didn't ex- pect him to be at his peak performance. "It didn't seem to bother him and he qualified well," she said. Carriage House ended his first season of racing with five wins in 13 starts and $141,744 in purse earnings. Revington, who inherited the colt from her late husband Leroy, credits Bill Wellwood the horse's trainer and driver for his success. "He is one of the top trotting men around with a distinguished ca- reer behind him. I had complete faith in his skills," said Revington. As for Carriage House, this was his final race and will enjoy a rest over the off-season. "He's going to get a much deserved holiday," said Revington with a chuckle. "I guess you could call it a well paid holiday." Panthers will host Optimist basketball tournament EXETER - The South Huron Dis- trict High School basketball team participated in the Central Elgin Tournament on Friday and Satur- day. The Panthers lost to Arthur 64- 31, Barrie 59-26 and Central Elgin 41-25, however, coach Terry O'Rourke said it was a good begin- ning to the season considering this year's squad is a whole new team with no starters from last year. The senior boys basketball team will host the South Huron Optimist tournament this weekend featuring teams from Oakridge, London Christian, Regina Mundi, College Avenue, East Elgin, Montcalm and North Middlesex. The Panthers will square off against North Middlesex on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Bantams win Clinton tournament CLINTON - The Exeter Bantam Legionnaires won their second straight tournament by capturing the seventeenth annual Clinton op- timist tournament on Sunday after- noon by defeating Dresden 4-2 in the final. The Legionnaires went undefeat- ed winning all three of their games. They opened with a 13-1 drubbing of host Clinton and went on to down Kitchener 7-4 in their second game. Captain Jeff Campbell led the Le- gionnaires scoring, picking up six goals and eight assists in the tour- nament. The goaltending tandem of John Pryde and Ryan Sullivan won the Most Valuable Goaltender Award. Coach Terry Bourne said win- ning the tournament wasn't as easy as the scores depicted. "We havn't played good teams in a while so we were a little rusty when we played Dresden," said Bourne. The Exeter Bantam Legionnaires won the Bill Batten Memorial tour- nament in Exeter earlier in Novem- ber and Bourne said their strong performance at that tournament car- ried Over to the one in Clinton. Coached by Bourne and a sup- port staff comprised of Bob Camp- bell, Allan Keys and Rick Ingram, the Exeter Bantams are currently in first place in the North Division of the Shamrock Bantam league with a 10-1-1 record.