Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1983-09-14, Page 16PAGE 16—CLINTON NEWS -RECORD, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 1983 R od s Report on Sports rep. ti e By Rod Hilts Sports Editor With eight weeks remaining in the CFL regular season schedule, it's time to speculate on who has the best chance of winning the Grey Cup at this point. Let's narrow down the possibilities. Montreal has little hope of even making the playoffs, let alone the Grey Cup Final. Saskatchewan is in the same boat. Winnipeg has an outside chance but a position in the Grey Cup Final is doubtful. A team just can't ignore the fact that their number one quarterback hates where he is playing and has been suspended for failing to attend practices. If the Brockless Bombers still had Brock, their chances would be vastly improved. The Hamilton Tiger Cats have played very un- predictable football this season. Unless they play superb ball for the rest of the schedule, their chances are slim. The eastern final yes, the Grey Cup Final no. Ferocious at times, but overall no threat. The Ottawa Rough Riders. Ahh, yes. The team no one can predict. Some say Ottawa will knock off the Ticats and emerge to the Eastern Final against the Argos. Stranger things have happened. Since the Rough Riders are traditionally a strong second half finisher, it's tough to say where they will finish. I'm playing a hunch that they won't get past the Ticats. The Calgary Stampeders are only a player or two away from being a serious contender. The team lacks that killer instinct, but have come a long way this season. Depending on what Edmonton does, they may be in the western final. Don't count the Eskies out of it yet. They're too strong to shrivel up and die. They will probably emerge to the western division final. The B.C. Lions and the Toronto Argonauts are my choice in this year's Grey Cup. Both teams have played well this season, despite a couple of lapses. Winnipeg at Calgary Calgary has turned things around this year and have blossomed into a respectable team. Their balanced attack seems to have opposition defenses bewildered. Winnipeg on the otherhand has been playing very unpredictable ball. I have to go with Calgary's home field advantage. Stamps by 10 B.C. at Montreal The last time these teams met, Montreal came out flying and with a little more offense would have beat the Lions. B.C. is a far better team and should beat the Cords. B.C. by 10 Toronto at Hamilton Forget each team's record in this contest. Both teams carry on a bitter rivalry that usually ends up with excellent football being played. Look for a high scoring contest with the Ticats coming out on top. Hamilton by seven Edmonton at Saskatchewan Under new head coach Jackie Parker, the Eskies should rebound back into top form. Sas'iatchewan in the past has played well at home but will need more than devoted fans to beat Edmonton. I have a gut feeling this will be an Eskimo rout. Eskies by 15 Meetin By Rod Hilts Following a special "save the Clinton Junior C Mustangs" meeting held last week, it was decided the team will play this year. According to team president Larry Daw, the meeting generated a couple of new executive members and about six or seven volunteers. "Everything is go right now. Training camp opened on Saturday at Huron Park. We'll just have to play it by ear from there," Mr. Daw said. Mr. Daw said that he had received a couple of calls from some concerned Clinton businessmen who didn't want to see the team fold, but overall the response wasn't overwhelming. As stated in a previous 7� e ��l/f� t story, money isn't the problem with the Clinton hockey club. At the end of last season the team made a profit of over $4,000. It ap- pears now, that the team will have enough volunteer members to get through this season, however, anyone who is still interested in helping the team is welcome. A recent problem with the ice machine at the Clinton Arena has meant the Mustangs will play their first exhibition in St. Marys against the St. Marys Junior B team on Sept. 14. According to Clinton Arena Manager Clarence Neilans, the machine leaked water when it was turned on. He said last year the am- monia in the machine was left in and not drained on time. It froze and caused the sav ustan s machine to crack. A contractor was supposed to look after the machine draining but apparently a new contract to do the work hadn't been re -negotiated. The fifth annual Central Huron Hockey School is slated to open September 19, but the ice may not be ready by then and the school may be slightly delayed. Mr. Neilans said 74 kids have registered for the school. Mustangs Manager Wayne Wiggins set. the final Mustangs game schedule this week. On September 16 they will meet Norwich in an 8 p.m. game at Woodstock. On Sept. 17 the kt. Marys Lincolns and the 'Statgs will be meeting again in a 7 p.m. game at Huron Park. The Clinton team will be in Southampton on Sept. 18 for an 8 p.m. match against league rival Port Elgin. Sept. 24, Clinton will meet Listowel for an 8 p.m. Wiggins hopes that his team with be able to play in Clinton. Game time is slated for 8 p.m. On Sept. 25, the New Hamburg Hahns, another Junior B team, will play Clinton in a 1 p.m. game in Huron Park. The two teams will meet again on Sept. 28 in New Hamburg for an 8 p.m. game. Oct. 1 hockey action returns to Clinton when the 'Stangs meet Norwich at 8 p.m. On Oct. 2, Port Elgin will be travelling to Clinton for a 7:30 p.m. game. Wiggins reported that any games in Huron Park may be rescheduled to the Clinton Arena if the ice is ready. Porter's Hill win slowpitch titles A two -out single in the bottom of the ninth by Bryan Lavis of Clinton was all the local old boys needed for an 19-18 win over Auburn in the "B" consolation cham- pionships in the Inter - Township Over 30 Slow -Pitch wrap-up tourney last Saturday in Londesboro. Porter's Hill Gun Club, in one of the big surprises of the day, won the "A " cham- pionship trophy when they beat Holmesville 10-7 in the final. Clinton advanced to the ••B" finals after beating Vanastra earlier Saturday, following a loss to Lon- desboro Friday night. Porter's Hill gained the final by defeating the highly favored Londesboro entry 12- 6 in one of the biggest upsets of the day. Previously Londesboro had been un- defeated in two years. The win marked not only the first tourney win by the Clinton boys, but also the first time they had won any MacDonald valuable player Clinton's Don MacDonald, member of the Fleming Colts Junior C ball team, was named the most valuable player at the Great Lakes Baseball Association league banquet in Exeter. For the second time in three years, Billy Wilson of Arva won the award for having the most home runs, with eight home runs for the league play. Mike Petter of Kincardine and Dave Godwin of Arva won the pitching trophies with 8 and 0 records. The Arva team won the league championship, defeating London in three straight games. Clinton Minor Hockey REGISTRATION SATURDAY WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 17 SEPTEMBER 21 10 A.M. - 12 NOON 5 P.M. - 9 P.M. FEES Mites 40 Novices 45 Atoms 50 Pee Wee 53 Bantam ....55 Midgets .... 60 Juveniles... 65 SKATE-A-THON REGISTRATION SHEETS CAN BE PICKED UP AT THESE TIMES eft 10 '( �a l � �000aa000° 01 a f] D Ooo00 1\r? a!' We how a complete line of Irophiss and y/aquea. (flogues ovolkhTJ Affenilon" to all Team Players Coaches "Don't forget to slop into your one stop trophy shop." SHOP EARLY for gieslesi selection. We also offer you our... PROMPT ENCRAVINC SERVICE Pour EK custom,TEAM ORVAVI JACKETS forour winningcombinations V shop Maclean To show you we are the HURON COUNTY HOCKEY PROFESSIONALS we have these pre -season buys COOPERALL and fRDLE km Man's # 99 COOPERALL and 99 6�e C/RDLE from �s Al 1 HORIIF () PADfO SHA(t SA1 t S( NIP, - (1.‘ fPF MAIN CORNER CLINTON 482-3030 games in tournament play. But they nearly blew it in the top of the ninth when an aggressive Auburn team came up with a few key hits and wiped out a eight -run Clinton lead. The league is stricly a recreational league for men Minor Hockey At the Clinton Minor Hockey meeting held on Sept. 7 several important dates were discussed and set. Registration for all teams will be held at the arena on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon and again on Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Fees this year will be Mites $40.; Novices $45.; Atoms $50.; Pee Wee $53.; Bantam $55.; Midgets $60. and Juveniles $65. The annual skate-a-thon over 30 years of age with no statistics or standings kept during the seasons, with a wrap up tourney held each September. Many of the Clinton players never played organized ball until a few years ago, and play strictly for fun and the exercise. set dates The Senior Redmen CHSS football team is back. It's been five years since the Clinton high school entered a senior football team in the league. However this season 42 students are trying out for the senior team. ( Rod Hilts photo) R 7 b • qtr will be on Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. emenegin until 5 p.m. Sponsor sheets can be picked up at time of registration. Anyone who would like to coach, manage, train, or otherwise help with a team is invited to attend an orien- tation meeting in the Clinton Public School on Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Smile In the old days, the man who saved money was a miser; nowadays he's a wonder. itINION�;p SEASON WIND-UP BANQUET THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 DINNER: 5:00 P.M. UNDER THE GRANDSTAND IN THE CLINTON COMMUNITY PARK Bring your own utensils! Any further details, call your coach. FALL PROGRAM '83 Starts Sept. 19 to Nov. 26'83 YOUTH AQUATICS Red Cross Water Safety LADIES' AQUATICS PRE-SCHOOLERS SPECIAL CLASSES Active Care For Backs Arthritic Class Get In Shape With LADIES TRIM -A -SIZE 1 Hour Exercise & 1/2 hour swim and sauna. '30.00/10 `Weeks. SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP RATES AVAILABLE For Further Information Please Call VANASTRA a82-3saa By Rod Hilts For the first time in five years Central Huron Secondary School (CHSS) is entering a senior football team in the high school lea gue. According to head coach Ken Reidy, 42 students wanted senior football last year and only nine wanted junior football. Since there is only enough equipment for one team, Mr. Reidy decided to go with senior football. Last week, 36 energetic players took to the practice field for a four-week training camp under the guidance of Ken Reidy and assistant coaches Mike Hillyer, Bill Weber and Carl Ziebarth. The guys seem pretty enthusiastic so far. Right now were working on technique," said Mr. Reidy. The three point stance, drive blocking and form tackling were the first areas of concern for the team. Mr. Reidy was par- ticularly impressed with the size of some of his players. He said there are seven players in training camp that are over 180 pounds. Three players are vying for the job of quarterback. They are Fred Radley and last year's junior quar- terbacks Terry Dobson and Don Hearn. It's early yet to discuss strategy but, Mr. Reidy says his team is going to con- centrate mainly on defense. Offensively, he is going to try to employ a triple option. The triple option means the quarterback can either pitchout to the halfback, run himself or handoff to the fullback. The CRSS Redmen play their first exhibition game on September 16 against Hanover. Mr. Reidy an- ticipates a tough schedule, with Exeter, Goderich and the two Stratford schools being the teams to beat. i ,111' -If .IY V1l111 1..A.I•1 • .,�...lp I%ntuc Fried Chicken CK EcONJ ; O MIS HEE - 12 PIECES OF -- KENTUCKY K-ENTUCOY FR[ ;D CHICKEN ON ',4,11 r $750 SEM 1ER 1%tli & 18t11 94 Elgin Ave. Ea$P GODERICH -ff a 227 Main St. EXETER Josephine Street WINGHAM coe iarn6e&fif IC KEN wCKYF IROORICKEN SUOR . 1