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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2005-04-13, Page 19Wednesday, April 13, 2005 Exeter Times -Advocate 19 Sports Muscle on muscle in Grand Bend By Pat Bolen TIMES -ADVOCATE STAFF GRAND BEND - Muscle was on display Saturday at Finnegans in Grand Bend with their first annual arm wrestling competition. On hand were former super heavyweight world champion Rick Baarbe and reigning world cham- pion George Iszakouits, both from London. Baarbe said the sport is growing rapidly in popu- larity and is close to becoming an Olympic sport. Iszakouits said arm wrestlers are in the sport for the bragging rights and "you'll starve if you're in it for the money." According to Baarbe, the sport has been cleaned up in the last 10 years, with fewer broken arms because referees stop matches when they see a competitor at a major dis- advantage. While strength is impor- Bowling scoreboard Rick Baarbe faces off against George Iszakouits Saturday in Grand Bend with Finnegans owner Roland Watterworth and referee Terry Dorssers looking on. (photolPat Bolen) tant, the arm wrestlers said it is a combination of speed, strength, technique and concentration, with most of the matches over in a second. Finnegans owner Roland Watterworth said a tour- PetiteA Huron Perth champions nament is planned for this summer involving arm wrestlers on the circuit. The Exeter Blizzard Petite 'A' Huron Perth Champs are back L -R: assistant coach Steve Cooper, assistant coach Denise Troyer, assistant coach Deb Wawryszyn and coach Mike Brintnell,Third row: Jessica Hamather, Nicole Pavkeje, Nicole Van Oss, Emily Lacasse. Second row: MeganVerbeke, Emily Boyle and Morgan Cooper. First row: Abbey Brintnell, Marlee Heywood, Michaela Ondrejicka, Kristina Troyer, Morgan Powe and goalie Brittany Parker.(photo/submitted) Minor Hockey Scoreboard Atom LL April 8 SH 5 vs Woodville 5 Goals: Hayden Tripp (4), Braden Talbot Great effort and an awesome rally late in the third when Hayden Tripp stepped up to tie this game at five apiece. April 9 Whitby tournament Clarington Thunder #3 7 vs SH 8 Goals: Hayden tripp (4), Brandon Dinney (3), Max Carter. Assists: Hayden Tripp (2), Brandon Dinney (2), Max Carter, Massimo McFayden Comments: Great offensive battle Saturday which brought South Huron to victory. Great work to Brandon Dinney, Hayden Tripp and Max Carter and great first dame in net by Robert Anderson April 10 Whitby tournament Colborne 2 vs SH 4 Goals: Hayden Tripp (3), Nathen Allen. Assists: Braden Talbot (2), Robert Anderson Comments: Great way to finish the week and season. The Sabres went undefeated in Whitby. All players gave everything and thanks for a great tournament! TIMES ADVOCATE 424 Main St. Exeter 235-1331 SUNDAY MIXED: Jim Simpson 234 629, Don Cunningham 260 614, Jack Berg 248 602, Brian MacLeod 217 582, Mike Ankers 227 555, Cheryl Kennedy 202 554, Tom Dobinson 214 541, Darlene Broom 202 525, Dan Gower 219 519, Marie Jaques 220 507, Gary Melvin 193 505, Brad Ankers 203 503. MONDAY LADIES: Pat Hodgins 256 620, Jean Hickson 232 586, Janet Ankers 217 563, TRacy Snell 248 537, Shirley Rees 187 536, Joan O'Neill 198 529, Beulah Storey 206 527, Wendy Hickson 200 499, Cindy Graff 208 494, Heather Smith 176 491. TUESDAY YBC: Richie Forrest 187, 116, Mackenzie Hayter 153, 93, Ryan Acs 113, 97, Alec Barstow 117, Craig Mutter 106, Alana Hayter 105, Brody Duncan 99, Mac Hayter 96. SENIOR CITIZENS: Al Robicheau 241 668, Charlie Grieve 255 536, Winnie Robicheau 194 533, Art Oberlin 231 518, JOe Vlasman 186 514, Hugo Vandaele 200 513, Cathie Westman 178 507, Bill Butler 201 483, Peter Vandenboomen 205 461, Les Carmichael 171 445, Guenther Bock 193 436. WEDNESDAY YBC: Trevor Williams 150, 144, Tyler McPhee 144, 131, Nicolas Caskanette 140, 97, Aaron Acs 128, 108, Amy Hutchison 122, 97, Benton Hart 109, 97, Ryan Cartwright 138, Alisha Ansems 108, Carter Weld 92. THURSDAY MEN (5 GAMES): Bob Smith 312 1299, Scott Smith 301 1246, Allan Rollings 373 1192, Paul Smith Jr. 275 1108, Bill McDonald 266 1096, Don Cunningham 254 1081, Marcus Appelman 282 1045, Dan Rodgers 276 1042, Don Watt 247 1029, Steve Cobleigh 258 1025, Brian Ankers 241 1022, Wayne Smith 226 1004, Chris Smith 266 1001. MONDAY LADIES (For Jan. 17): Joan O'Neill 222 600, Pat Hodgins 231 579, Janet Ankers 211 556, Tracy Snell 205 545, Shirley Rees 200 554, Joyce Sovereign 203 540, Heather Smith 194 530, Cindy Graff 199 508, Jean Hickson 190 496, Marg Elson 212 487, Marg Watt 177 473, Jenn Ankers 217 469, Beryl Kraul 174 445, Alice Hodgins 175 442. Exeter Masters gear up for season EXETER- The Exeter Masters are gearing up for another season with their first game scheduled for May 19 at home. The Masters will play 18 league games from May 19 to Sept. 16. Practices will be held April 27, April 29 and May 4, 6, 11 and May 13 at 7 p.m. at South Huron District High School. New players born 1969 or earlier are welcome and will need a picture plus photocopy of their birth certificate. Exeter Legion YOUTH DART LEAGUE April 7. 2005 Best Sportsmanship Matt Ellis Highest Takeout Cody Jones Tyke Boys Most Takeouts Cody Jones Tyke Boys Champion Charlie Weber Junior Boys Champion Seth Weber Senior Girls Champion Jenn Wigle Senior Boys Champion Jeremy Batten Players should be pre- pared to divide up team responsibilities. For more information contact Dick Lord at 234- 6396 or dlord@cablety. on. ca. advertisers.... Pay By Phone! We gladly accept payment for your account by Visa or Mastercard. call 519-235-1331 Sue Rollings today. VISA Master TIMES -ADVOCATE Exeter Jr. 'D' Hawks Hockey Club is currently seeking motivated individuals to fill the following positions for the upcoming 2005-06 season. • Head Coach • Assistant Coach • General Manager • Assistant General Manager WRITTEN APPLICATIONS WITH RESUME OUTLINING QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL APRIL 29, 2005 Exeter Jr. D. Hawks Attn: Sheona Baker P.O. Box 76, Exeter, Ont. NOM 1S6 For further information contact Sheona @ 238-5585 or exeterhawks@hotmail.com