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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Times Advocate, 2008-05-14, Page 18THIS WEEK IN SPORTS Fury Page 19 Soccer scores Page 19 18 TIMES ADVOCATE Sports SPORTS Tips? Contact Times Advocate Tel: Pat Bolen (519) 235-1336 x113 Fax: (5 1 9) 235-0766 E-mail: sports@southhuron.com Wednesday, May 14, 2008 Express looking strong EXETER — The Exeter Express kicked off the new season with a hard fought vic- tory over Forest Friday night. Team spokesperson Joe Fulop said the 7-1 final score is misleading as the game was 1-0 until the eighth inning when Exeter rallied for three runs. The Express completed their scoring with three more in the ninth inning. Fulop said manager Doug Fairbairn appears to have a team that will be stronger than the ones which won the O.B.A. 'D' championship in each of the last two years. Fulop provided a look at this year's team. "This squad has been able to keep the best players from last year's team and add play- ers who will certainly help in their quest of the league and O.B..A. 'C' championship," he said. "The entire infield has returned ready to play. "The roster includes catcher Bobbie Grant who has led the team in hitting and has the ability to pick runners off the bases at any time. "Lonnie Hawke is an excel- lent fielding first baseman who hits for a high average year after year. "Rob Burk showed how much heart he had in last years's playoffs. He is a very heads up type of player who will do what is needed to move base runners. Burk will also do some pitching. "Aaron Patterson is the best fielding shortstop in the league, plus he can hit for an average and power and steal bases when needed. "Justin Hayter will play for the entire season and shows immense talent as a hitter offs last year. and as a fielder. "Other possibilities include Terry Hogg who is versatile enough to play any position on the field. "Newcomers are Chris Gosnell and Brian McLeod who will divide their time in the infield, outfield and as pitchers. "A much improved Darwin Barker will do some catching and fill in when needed. "The outfield has a strong group of returnees. Adam Leppington led the team in hitting in the playoffs last fall. He appears to be ready to do more of the same this year. "Nate Burns has recovered from surgery on his hip and will be in all star form very soon. "The excellent fielding and timely hitting of Vic Oliveira will be an asset for the team. "Tim Eifert showed how he could improve over the season last year and will try to do it again. "If Dan Masse is used in the field he shows by example how hustle and heart can help a team. "Joe Fancer is another prospect who has yet to play a game for the Express. "The pitching staff is much improved. Derek Masse who was the ace of the staff in pre- vious years is returning. "Brother Dan Masse who was the star on last year's team is taking on the role of the number one relief pitcher as well as some DH'ing. He pitched a three up and three down inning of relief in the ninth against Forest. "Terry Hogg has joined the team full time and won two important games in the play - "Curtis Meyers will be able to make more games this year. He has shown the ability to pitch and win against any team he has faced. "Burk was called upon to pitch against many tough teams last season and his ability to come through in the clutch is well known. Besides that Chris Gosnell has joined the staff. "He showed a very live arm in the game against Forest allowing no rims on zero hits over five innings He was a top pitcher for St. Thomas in previous years. "Brian McLeod also looked good against Forest allowing one run on three scattered hits. He is a hard throwing right hander. If needed Grant and Leppington can hurl a few innings as well. "The tandem of Fairbairn and Grant prepare the team for games with a little help from the old timer. Fulop said the Express rapped 15 hits against the Forest pitchers but scored only once until the eighth. That was accomplished by back to back doubles by Hogg and Patterson. They added three in the eighth on hits by Burk, Lonnie Hawke and a suicide bunt from Hayter. The final three runs were based on hits by Hayter, Gosnell and Leppington. Leppington had four hits, while Hayter had three. Patterson, Burk and Hawke had two each and single hits came from Hogg, Gosnell and Burns. The Express host Strathroy on Friday. Panther rugby scores EXETER — The South said the girls played true Huron District High team rugby and were full School girls rugby team measure for the victory. played one of their best The junior boys lost games of the season May their game 55-0 but they 7, defeating Madill 27-7. never gave up and played Stephanie Dietrich their best game of the scored two tries and season. Katelyn Freiter, Janita O'Rourke said they Pfaff and Kristyn Van worked hard to the end Elswyk each scored one and with only three sub - try. stitutes on the day, they Tristen Caldwell added should be proud of their one convert. effort. Coach Terry O'Rourke Unusual Finds DOLLAR & DISCOUNT OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK LARGEST DOLLAR & DISCOUNT STORE IN HURON COUNTY GIGANTIC SELECTION OF FIREWORKS starting at .50c Singles, Kits, Sparklers, Candles, Barrages, cakes Don't forget we carry camping gear! 456 MAIN ST. EXETER COMPLETE $1 PROGRAMME! PLUS LOWEST PRICED FAMILY DISCOUNT ITEMS! OVER 125' OF SCRAPBOOKING & CRAFTS High school soccer — South Huron District High School soccer teams were at home May 8.Above, Melanie Smith -Lalonde (left) and Avalon Kerslake lead a rush against St. Mike's in a game which ended I- I. Below, Smith -Lalonde races for a loose ball.The Panthers defeated Listowel in their first game 5-0 and remain undefeated in the season. 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