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The Huron Expositor, 1984-08-15, Page 14SPORTS THE HURON EXPOSITOR, AUGUST 15, 1984 - A13 Doig plays in Buick Open ON THE GREENS Local golfer turns pro A REAL SWINGER—Ian Doig recently came close to his thrill of a lifetime by competing in the Buick Open at Grande Blanc Michigan. His goal Is to play the pro tour. (Wassink photo) Hell Drivers to tear up at Western Fair Motorized mayhem will be the order of the dati when Western Fair presents Paul Riddell's Hell Drivers and Al Siaggert's Demolition Derby on Friday, Sept. 7 at 4 and 8 p.m. No holds are barred as the Hell Drivers roar into action with their professional demonstra- tion of skill and daring. Riddell's touring troupe is a polished stunt team that will leave fairgoers breathless with the precision and timing exhibited in their death -defying stunts. On Friday evening. competitors will vie for supremacy in All Slaggert's demolition derby --always one of the biggest crowd- pleasers at the Western Fair. This massive "traffic accident" tests skill. courage. endurance and mechanical fitness as drivers strive to keep their motors running and wheels turning. A figure eight demolition derby is scheduled for the fair's closing day, Sunday, Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. This event guarantees plenty of excitement as local drivers nego- tiate a tight figure eight course in an effort to be the sole survivor of the motor mortuary. Entries are invited from area drivers. and a maximum of 50 cars will be accepted for each of the two derbies. There is no entry fee and interested combattants may pick up official rules and entry forms at the Western Fair offices from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. BY CAROLANNE 11016 If asked what your "thrill of a lifetime" would be, do you know the answer that you would give? For local golfer Ian Doig, his • thrill of a lifetime would be to compete in the Masters or Canadian Open. After missing the qualifying for the 1984 Canadian Open earlier this summer, Ian realized that more practice and hard work ;was in store before there would be a dream come true. However, this past weekend, ian' did get one step closer to the realization of playing on the pro tour, when he success- fully qualified to play in the Buick Open at Grande Blanc Michigan. Ian missed the cut on Friday, and returned home on Saturday with great memories and much valuable experience. Almost every regular tour event has a few spots open each week that club pros or amateurs with handicaps of two or less, who are willing to put up the $100 entry fee, can vie for. Once Ian heard that there were openings in the Buick Open which is quite close to home as tournaments go, he headed down to the states and put the money on the line. Ian was not alone, for when he arrived there were 88 other golfers•all trying for the same four spots. The qualifying round was played at the Flint Elk Club, with a par 72. This course is a bit shorter and more open than the site of the Buick Open. After entering the qualifying Ian played a practice round on the Sunday and while out there he took yardage measurements and soaked up al) the local knowledge he could. On Monday the four spots were on the line and Ian was nervous. Older brother Cam was caddying and managed to keep Ian as calm as he could and Ian shot 35-36 for a 71 and the final qualifying spot. The excitement was high for Ian and Cam because although they knew Ian was capable of qualifying, they really didn't expect it to happen. Cam had only taken one change of clothes and then had to remain down in Michigan for the rest of the week as the tournament approached. That's confidence? On Tuesday, Ian was required to register at the dub house at Grand Blanc and to pay additional costs of $59 of which $9' was dues and $50 was insurance just in case an errant shot caused an injury to someone else, Tuesday was the practice round and both Ian and caddy, Cam, were up and out on the course by 7:30 to try out the course. As ian said later, he knew the course as a caddy but this was his first chance as, a' player. After playing the course ian headed for the practice range and putting green where he spent about another three hours grooving his swing and preparing, for the upcoming competition. 1 asked Ian what the benefits of beio competitor were compared to being a ca y and he said there were definitely advn. tages. As a competitor Ian's golf clubs and shoes were cleaned after each round and -in the locker room there was plenty of food and refreshments for the competitors free of charge. Eight passes were given to Ian to flow family and friends to come and cheer Concert at Playhouse A SLIDE into third base kicked up a lot of dust championship was the Egmondville River at the Seaforth Optimist Slo-pitch Tourna- Rats who beat Tavistock 7-5. (Hundertmark ment over the weekend. Winner of the B photo) him on, and equipment companies were eager to offer him golf balls, clubs, and golf gloves for his use. Another definite advantage was receiving a courtesy car at his disposal for the week, and Ian's car was a 1984 Buick Century with the works. Accommodation is the .responsi- bility of the player. Ian said he was probably the first caddy in history to have his hotel tab picked up by his caddy. Cam may not have had a wardrobe for the week but he did have the spare cash that Ian needed when he realized that he was there for the tournament. Ian shot 72 in the practice Lound and felt very relaxed looking forward to Wednesday's Pro am. The Pro Am is a day when the amateurs in the area may pay to play on a team with a pro. Ian's team consisted of three golfers who's handicaps ranged from 10 to 16. The format is a net best ball and the low pro also receives a prize. As well as a $50 guarantee no matter how you finish, the tournament sponsors a delicious breakfast and dinner for all the competitors. Ian said the funniest thing about the pro am was that one of the players on his team claimed to know Ian and commented on how he had been following Ian's progress and noticed he'd really been playing well. As Ian said the fellow must get the Huron Expositor because that's the only paper Ian's made any news in. Surprisingly enough, Ian slept quite well the night before the first round of competition. He was up at 6:30 for his 9:06 , tee off time and was paired with Jack Firenz from California and Randy Watkins. In spite of Cam's attempts at keeping Ian calm, the excitement and nervousness caused Ian to start out bogey, bogey, bogey. This bad start resulted in a 40-38 score for a first round 78. ian felt that his putting let him down and his short game was also not quite on. Looking back he felt that he started out trying to steer the ball instead of just getting up and swinging at it normally. After the first round 78 Ian relaxed for about an hour before spending about three hours on the practice range where Tom Kite, Brad Bryant, and Peter Jacobsen gave ian lots of encouragement and help. Going into Friday's round Ian knew he had to shoot a fabulous score to make the cut and after teeing it up at 1:20 he had a very poor front 9:40. Then things started to click and on the back nine Ian put together a sizzling 32 to show everyone that he had it in him. Ian finished the round by birdying three of the last four holes and later he and brother Cant joked that they had just run out of real estate. Although Ian was disappointed that he did not make the cut he said that realistically be hadn't expected to make it, since few players make the cut in their first event. One consolation was that better known players such as Seve Ballesteros, Dave Eichelberger and defending champion Wayne Levi also missed the cut. Ian said one of the best parts of the experience was having all the caddies that he used to work with come out and follow him around and they gave him a good round of applause on the last hole. Pros that Ian had caddied for in the past seemed interested in how he played and were happy that he had done so well. Now with his first tournament under his belt Ian will take a two 'But I'm just a kid' But, I'm Just a Kid, a sophisticated. lively. upbeat spunky concert by Children's Hour Production, will be featured at Huron Country Playhouse Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Every detail in this colorful, eye-catching musical has been meticulously planned to accommodate the children and to allow for their participation. Altogether it's a zesty, youthful. bouncy performance guaranteed to appeal to child- ren of all ages. ft's soft rock, pnp,.a'bit of Broadway and a sprinkling of reggae combined into a show especially for the young at heart. But I'm Just a Kid tickets are available at Huron Country Playhouse or by phoning 238-8451 and at regular ticket outlets in Exetet, Sarnia and Strathroy. Two seniors in Gin Game The Gin Game, the award winning play about two senior citizens locked in combat at the card table opens at Huron Cotintry Playhouse Aug. 15. Starring Eric House and Libby Morris, The Gin Game focuses on Weiler Martin and Fonsia Dorsey. both of whom have their sweet moments as well as their sour ones. Fonsia is a newcomer to the senior citizens home and Weller teachers her to play gin. The big problem that arises Is Fonsia cannot avoid winning. even when she tries to lose and Weller's patience gradually grows thin. It's funny and witty. moving and tender. with moments that brings tears of laughter and wistfulness to everyone's eyes. Tickets for The Gin Game arc available at Huron Country Playhouse and at outlets in Exeter. Strathroy and Sarnia. week break to prepare to qualify for the B.C. Open in Endicott N.Y. where there are four spots open just as at the Buick Open. The tournament committee was hard pressed to make a banner and score indicator with D 0 1 G on it but 1 think they better not -put it too far away. I get the feeling Ian Doig will be back for another shot on the tour pretty soon. 11 Locally,' there were a (u.,T ber of events happening in the last weekthe course. On the long weekend the Seforth Golf and Country Club's first Annual Couples Invita- tion was held and a good field of golfers took part. Seaforth's own Cathy and Doug Elliott won the event with a total score of 174,,, The low net winners were also from Seaforth, Jim and Betty Watson with a net 129. Other winners were Don and Rosemary Armstrong from Sunset with a. 177, Gail and Bill Price with a low net of 131, Gib.and Joan Riddock from Huron Oaks with a gross of 179, Bunn and John Longstaff with a net of 137, Mary and Ken Doig with a gross of 180, Bob and Barb Watson with a net 139, Marg and Bruce Know' • from Kincardine with a gross 180 and Rae.. 3. Mary McPhadden from Oakwood with a net 141. Closest to the pin was Joan Riddoch, from Huron Oaks and Longest Drive was Pete Hutchison also from Huron Oaks. Ladies Night winners last week were C.A. Doig and Gail Price. The Annual Long Drive Competition took place on Sunday evening with Doug Elliott ADULT SWIM CLASSESS PARK Et POOL Mon., Wed. & Thurs. Evening from 8:30 to 9:00 p.m. AUG. 13 to AUG. 30 Swimmers & Non -Swimmers Welcome 9 lessons *10 \ knocking his drive out 246 yds 2 ft. to win the men's division. Gail Price won the 'Ladies division with a 181 yd. drive and Brian Cook took the junior division with a drive of 143, yds. The following matches are due to be played` by Aug. 20. MEN'S: Bob Gridzak vs. Terry Johnston, John Wilson vs. winner of Ken McClure and Ken Roth, Bill Weber vs. winner of Cam Doig and Harry Jansen, Jim Watson Jr. vs. winner of Bob Kistner and Greg Core, Karl Teichert vs. Doug Elliott, John Longstaff vs. winner of Mike Marion and Gord Beutten- miller, Phil Hoggarth vs. Larry Broome and Brian McCowan vs. Gord Scott. LADIES: Cathy Elliott vs. Bunn Longstaff, Mary Cardno vs. Bye, Elsie Southgate vs. winner of Leonore Southgate and Gail Turner, Liz Cardno vs. winner of Betty Watson and Marion McClure, Barb Caldwell vs. Gail Price, Betty .To Cudmore vs. Bye, Allyson Scott vs. Barbara Scott, Linda Gridzak vs. Olave Little. JUNIORS: Karsten Carroll meets Brad Schroeder for the final of 'the 9 hole competition. Todd Doig vs. winner of Bill Tremeer and Jeff Dolmage, Dave Akey vs. winner of Rob Simpson and Ron Pryce, Ray Anstett and Dave Garrick both get bye into next round. Coming up fast is the Men's Invitation Sept. 15, the mixed 2 -ball Sept. 8 and don't forget the next two rounds of the club championship. MANY THANKS The Winthrop Recreation Committee Wishes to thank the following for their contributions: - Canadian Order of Foresters Court Constance - Jim Bosman Fuels - Seaforth Optimists- - Winthrop Warriors Slow Pitch Team who donated uniforms Thanks to everyone who helped with the construction of park fencing and special thanks to: - Doug & Gail Schroeder - Jim Thompson Construction - Huron Concrete - K.M.M. Drainage for their assistance Thanks to those who bought grocery draw tickets - The voucher winners were Julie Harris, Seaforth - $100 Voucher Wayne Rumford, Dublin, $75 Voucher Cheryl Campbell, Seaforth - $25 Voucher - Special Thanks to Winthrop Store who donated the prizes. Winthrop Recreation Committee Ontario Senior Games(in Seaforth) FOR SEAFORTH & DISTRICT SENIORS 65 & OVER —SCHEDULE FOR GAMES— Wed. AMES- Wed. August 15 Tentative Wed. August 22 - Contract Bridge - Lawn Bowling - Checkers Shuffleboard A Wed® August 29 - Golf - Horseshoes 0 e Registration fee is S3.00 per person (except golf, which is 58 00 per person and includes green tees) Entry forces available at the Town Hall or the Recreation Office. Call 527-0882 for further information. Deadline for reg- istration is one week prior to each e' cnt