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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1987-12-02, Page 24Bulldogs get a work out By Kathy Bromley The Blyth Novice Bulldogs have been very busy throughout the last week. On November 26, they hosted Milverton for their home game. Both teams displayed various abilities in skating and puck handling. Although Jason McDougall injured his leg, it did not hold hirn back. He was able to return to the ice shortly afterwards. The Bulldogs earned a tie with Milver- ton, with a 3-3 final score. This was an ex- cellent chance to get everyone prepared for a weekend tournament to be held in Seaforth. Novice Tournament On November 27, the Bulldogs met their first competitors, from New Hamburg. This was their first official game of the tournament. New Hamburg opened their book with two goals in the first seven minutes of play. The Bulldogs then came to life as Jason Rutledge scored only 34 seconds later, earning an unassisted goal. After he slammed the puck into the net, he wiped out and went into the boards. Fortunately, he was not injured. In the second period, New Hamburg con- tinued to test Chris Bromley's alertness. Although he was able to stop the puck many times, it finally went in on a rebound. Five minutes later, Brad Anderson had a three -on -one attempt, unfortunately, New Hamburg gained possession of the puck and added one more goal to their credit. The Blyth Bulldogs did not give up though. With only 38 seconds remaining in the second period, Chad Haggitt had the help of Jason Rutledge and Chris Stewart, to earn Chad's third goal of the season. Although it was 4-2 going into the third period, the Bulldogs continued to work hard. The Bulldogs' mothers were full of excitement and continously stood up to cheer them on. Then, just as the whistle was blown, everyone took advantage of it to sit down for a few seconds and catch their breath - until play resumed again. No doubt, some onlookers assumed we were imitating spectators at Blue Jay's games and had our own wave going! The puck was dropped and we were go- ing strong again, as New Hamburg tried numerous times to score again. Finally, their last goal was earned under the five minute mark. The final score was 5-2, although it could have been worse, as New Hamburg had many attempts that were right on the net. Consolation Round Blyth Bulldogs were now going for con- solation winner for the "B" Division. Chad Haggitt was the lucky winner of the draw allowing him to enjoy a free submarine and drink at the Pizza Train. Everyone went home to prepare and get rested up for Saturday's game. Prior to the Bulldogs' game with Milver- ton on Saturday, parents watched an ex- ceptionally talented game with Sarnia against Bramalea. They were in the "A" division. With only eight seconds remain- ing in the game Sarnia placed the puck in Bramalea's net. Unfortunately for Sarnia, though, the puck hit the centre rod in the net and quickly bounced back onto the ice. The referee called it "No goal". As we stood and watched this from behind the net, we were upset to see such a call being made. Sarnia went on to try and earn the consolation round. ••••••••••••••••• • • • • • 1 • • • • • • • • • 1 • 1 • • • 1 • • • 1 1 • 9 • • • .4% •11. - SHE/�l!/O®® 4 Specialists in Group I Travel • Charter Coaches • Aldine Service • School Buses ...all with one phone call 524-5316 257 Cambridge St., Goderich rt• After getting warmed up by watching Sarnia's game, the Bulldogs' cheering sec- tion was all wound up and ready to go, even though their game was running half an hour later than scheduled. The Bulldogs faced Milverton for the third time in the last week. Althugh Blyth defeated them in the first game, the teams played to a 3-3 tie Thursday night. Now it was a matter to see who would go on and compete for the consolation prize. Both teams made many attempts and tested the goalies. Milverton went ahead with less than two minutes remaining. Chris kept the puck from crossing his line, but Milverton put the rebound in. It was now 1-0 for Milverton. It was obviously "Bulldog see, Bulldog Do", as Chris Stewart evened everything up again, with the strong help of Jason McDougall and Jason Rutledge. The first period ended with a 1-1 tie. Although Milverton had opened the books, Chris kept alert and did not allow any more shots to get past him. Again, Chad Haggitt attempted to break the tie, but, although the puck hit the goalie's helmet when he was down, the puck remained outside the net. The Bulldogs later received their first penalty of the game, with Fred Datema getting two minute rest for interference, giving Milverton a man advantage. The Bulldogs handled the puck very well, even though they were killing a penalty. Chris Stewart tucked it in nicely to earn a shorthanded goal. Jason Rutledge gained another assist to his credit. The remaining five minutes kept both goalies wide awake. The Bulldogs went in- to the third with a 2-1 lead. For insurance, though, Chris Stewart earned another goal, after only 22 seconds of play. Chris worked hard for the hat trick he now had. With only one goal in their favor, Milver- ton tried hard to change the score and close the gap. Bromley's stick was knock- ed down, but he remained ready for the puck that was still in play. Finally, Chris held onto the puck, but the whistle was already blowing. Wes Wilson had been slashed, therefore Milverton had to sit out for a two minute penalty. Both Milverton and Blyth played hard and the final score was 3-1 in favor of the Bulldogs. They now advanced to the finals for the consolation, being held Sunday at 12:30 in Seaforth. Everyone on the Bulldog's team were then given hot dogs and drinks, com- pliments of the Seaforth Hockey League. Brad Anderson received a certificate from Pizza Train, for Saturday's draw. Bulldogs champs The Bulldogs' consolation finals game was being sponsored byCanadian Tire. With the continuous strong playing displayed by the Bulldogs over the last two night, I had assurned the Bulldogs would be getting tired, but they proved to me that "the strong get stronger". During the game against Plattsville, both teams were bound to open their books, but both goalies kept the puck out. After the first minute of play, Brad Anderson had a breakaway and skated hard to get to Plattsville's net. Brad's shot was only a hair off the net. Everyone continued to test the goalies and Chad Haggitt was no exception. After Turn to page 5A • • • • • • • • • .3 a Inc. 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