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Home My WebLink AboutClinton News-Record, 1985-09-25, Page 14• Paige 14--- MCORP.. WgDNk;:!ISRAYA.SIM 1001 , 1985 Sports Money well spent With the resignation of Clinton's recrea- tion director, the question of whether the town really needs a recreation director, arises. Some believe the job should be left vacant while others feel it should be filled as soon as possible. What role does a recreation director play'' in a small town? According to a 1984 recreation newsletter, a recreation director's role in a small town is to "administer, direct, prepare, organize, maintain and evaluate recreation facilities and programs that serve the comrnfinity.' • The list goes on, noting that a recreation director administers the overall work of the department, directs the acquisition of equip- ment, planning, construction and improve- ment to all facilities. On the financial side, a recreation direc- tor is responsible for preparing the budget and overlooking all department expen- ditures, revenues and fiscal operations. Another, important job that affects the people within the community, is the organiz- ing, directing and controlling of all recrea- tion program activities. Some people may believe that organizing program is simple, but there are steps which must be followed in order to niake the programa success: -find out if there is any interest in the pro- gram. One or two people can not support an entire program. From the stands 4ind an instructor who is willing to teach the • course. -find a location that is suitable for the activi- ty. -make sure the required equipment is available. -look into grants to see if the cost of any given program can be subsidized. -schedule the program so it won't interfere with otheractivities. -arrange registration. The recreation director's job is not done after registration. He, or she, must oversee the program to be sure it is running smoothly and then, prepare an evaluation on the program. Clinton has had all of the above looked after by its recreation director and facilities' manager. The facilities are in good shape, the programs are varied and well run. By Anne Mgrejko During the recreation committee meeting in September, it was estimated that 11%456 people used the town hall auditorium, arena and community park, various programs, the pool and playground during an eight month period. Although some of these peo- ple may be repeats, it shows that the town is offering something they like. A breakdown of the numbers show that 3,387 people used the town hall; 89,501 used the arena and community park; 2,643 took part in the programs; 14,455 used the pool and 2,470 took part in playground. Because the public demands more than hockey during the winter months and. baseball in the summer, it is necessary to have a recreation director to organize and look after the programs correctly. The recreation director'q salary is money well spent. Old Timers to play Jr. D Mustangs Attention hockey fans!! The Clinton Recreation Committee in conjunction with the Junior "D" Mustangs Hockey Club are staging a fund-raising hockey game featur-i ing the "Toronto Oldtimers Hockey Team" on October 5 at the Clinton Arena. Plan to be part of this exciting event. More details will soon be announced. Ice Time Anyone interested in haying ice time in late September is asked to contact the Clin- Clinton Minor Hockey LATE REGISTRATION For more information 482-9400 Thank you to all who supported Clinton Minor Hockey Bake Sale. ton Recreation Office at 482-3398 or the arena'at482-7731. .Fall Recreation Guide The 32 -page information packed Fall '85 Clinton Recreation Guide is now available. Make certain to acquire your copy of this important brochure. Powerskating Attention parents! ! The Clinton Recrea- tion Power Skating Program will begin mid October.. This rewarding instructional pro - WEIGHT TRAINING for Women Monday & Thursday 6:45®7:45P®M® at VANASTRA REC. CENTRE "A sensible approach to Body Design" To Register Call Barb Alkemade 527-0365 gram is open to both boys and girls ages 5 to 13 years. Instructor Brenda Duppee brings a wealth of teaching experience to this course. For more information contact the Clinton Recreation Office. Registration will be held in late September. Minor Hockey Clinics Level I/II coaching clinics will be held in Blyth and Kincardine during the next two months. For more information please ciin- tace Don Jefferson or the Clinton Recrea- tion Office ( 482-33981. , Trim -a -Size The Clinton Recreation Department will once again be offering a Trim -a -Size pro- gram. Both afternoon and evening classes will be held. Eleanor Ritchie will be holding evening classes .on Monday and Wednesdays, and Viv,Capelli will be holding afternoon classes on .Tuesday and Thursdays with baby sitting available et a small fee. Backgammon Club Attention backgammon players! The recreation committee is 'planning to start a backgammon club. Should you be interested in playing some friendly backgammon, con - tad the Clinton Recreation Office or Paul Anstett. Mug,Club The Clinton Arena /ug Club - back by popular demand', tv c e t members star- ' ting September 3, You simply bring in your favorite coffee mug and a nominal $2 club fee• to the arena. You in turn can enjoy ex- cellent coffee in your personal mug for the . 15:;5/86 arena season. OPENING TUESDAY, OCT. 1185 191 WALNUT STREET GODERICH Thruway Mufflercentre, Canada's largest chain of Independent muffler specialists is pleased to announce the newest addition to the growing Thruway family. Our new shop is located at 191 Walnut Street at Highway 8, Goderich. Phone 524-4200 ThruJay Mufflercentres are individually owned by dealers that got together to form the largest independent chain of muffler shops in the country. At Thruway, you get original quality mufflers and top notch service fully guaranteed for as long as you own your car. And it's tough to do better than that. At Thruway, we hear you. * NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY * FREE COFFEE WHILE YOU WAIT * FREE INSPECTION * WE HONOUR COMPETITIVE MUFFLER GUARANTEES 191 WALNUT ST Behind the New s HI -WAY FORD dealership GODERICH • 524®4200 OPEN MONDAY - FRIUAY: 8 A.M. • 8 P.M. SATURDAY: 8 A.M. • 1 P.M. fro Hockey has returned to Clinton. The ice has been restored to the arena and these players are put through the paces during a session of Huron Hockey School on .September 21. ( Alan Rivett photo) antams win title Wingham - Clinton's Bantam girls fastball team won the tricounty title by defeating the Wingham team in two straight games. After finishing second in league play, Clin- ton defeated Bluevale and Londesboro to ad- vance to the finals against Wingham. On September 16, in Wingham, Clinton pounded out a 25 hit attack to defeat Wingham 16 to 7. Lori Hill and Alana Colquhoun had four hits apiece while Patti Maguire, Jennifer Straughan and Vicki Peck had two hits each. Dori Daer pitched a strong game and con- tirbutedtwo hits to the offence. The infield of Lori• Hill, Vicki Peck, Lori Colouhoun and Alava Colquhoun played super fastball. On September 19 in Clinton, Wingham was defeated by a 5 to 3 score. Clinton scored four runs in the first. Lori Hill led off with a single and was driven home by Alana Col- - quhoun's double. Patti Maguire was hit by a pitch then Vicki Peck had a single driving in a run. Tracy MacDonald had a single to load the bases. Lori Colquhoun delivered a single to score. two more runs giving Clinton a 4.- 1 lead_ Lori also drove in -an insurance run in the sixth to give Clinton a 5 - 3 lead. After the first inning it was a pitchers duel with Dori Daer pitching en excellent game allowing Wingham only three runs on five hits and one base on balls. The outfield of Vicki Weigel, Paula Semple, Tracy Potter 'and Jennifer Straughan played well in both championship games. The coaching staff congratulates .the, players for. playing excellent fastball in the ' chanpionship series. Redmen split games By Shawn Lester Clinton - The Central Huron Redmen played their first regular season volleyball , tournament on September 19. They played three matches. , The first matches were against Seaforth and two games were split with scores of 13 - 15 and 15 - 13. The second set was against Wingharrrwhich was also split in victories. The scores were 9 -15 and 15 - 3. In the final set, Clinton upset Goderich .. with scores of 15 - 13 and.15 - 11. This is an excellent start to the upcoming season. The Senior Redmen have 14 team members this year and are looking forward to a good season, led by the spiking of Bruce Godkin and Shawn Lester and the setting of .Jeff Lyon and Thang Le. Great Family Fun YAMAHA Challenge Cup Snowmobile Grass Drags • Snowmoblie Grass Drags • Snowmobile . Water Skimming • ATV Drags SEE ALL THE NEW 1986 YAMAHA SNOWMOBILES Incredible $.5 0/0 Financing Limited time offer 4 FREE Yamaha child's snowsuit with with every new snowmobile Limited 'supply Ileum eJLL!/ Hully Gully Sports R.R. k! Varna, Ontario Phone 262a31R Open daily 9 - 6. Wed. and Thurs,•to 8; Sat. till 5, Sun. 1-5. closed Monde” �arear�