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The Citizen, 2013-09-05, Page 8PAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2013.SportsAuburn • 519-526-7262 Your CompleteFarm Store• Feed • Fertilizer • Seed • Crop Protection • Custom Application • Petroleum • Clothing • Hardware & more MGM Townsend Tire40356 LONDESBORO RD.1-877-619-7877 519-523-4742www.townsendtire.caWE’LL KEEP YOU ROLLING Brussels Tigers notch 3-2 win over Walton Brewers Two runs in the bottom of the fifth inning carried the Brussels Tigers to a 3-2 decision over the Walton Brewers in Huron County Fastball League play on Aug. 28 at the Optimist ballpark in Brussels. The Brewers staked out an early 2-0 lead as they scored single runs in the first and third innings. Brussels scored once in the fourth inning and added two more in the fifth to pull out the victory. Ty Sebastian went the distance on the mound for the Tigers. Scott McDonald started on the mound for the Brewers and was relieved by Jeff Smith who was tagged with the loss Getting single base hits for the Tigers were Dennis Dewar, Brian McArter, Ben Pletch, Andrew Baker and Sean Johnston. Kevin Murray had a triple and single for the Brewers, Darryl Houston and Adam Verkley each hit a double, with Bruce Pearn rapping out a single. Brussels coach Mike Watson said it was a good game. “We had timely hitting,” he said. “We got a couple of breaks. It’s good for things to go our way once in a while.” According to Watson, both teams played well. “It was a great game,” he said. Veteran Walton player Paul Dolmage said that the Brewers had their chances. “We received solid pitching from Scott McDonald,” he said. “We just couldn’t put the runners across the plate.” He indicated Brussels had a couple of breaks. “We had a solid effort from Kevin Murray at the plate as he got a triple and single,” said Dolmage. The Tigers were in Fullarton on Tuesday for a make-up game and hosted Sebringville on Wednesday in another make up contest. By Jim Brown Special to The Citizen Barons top Tigers 2-1 in Huron County fastball game Craig Elliott allowed just five hits, while striking out 11, on Aug. 27 as the Blyth Barons edged past the Brussels Tigers 2-1 in Huron County Fastball League play at the Blyth ballpark. Brussels opened the scoring in the first inning as they put one runner across the plate, but Blyth tied the game in the fifth inning and went ahead in the sixth. Elliott went the distance on the mound for the Barons. Dennis Dewar started on the mound for the Tigers, with Ty Sebastian coming on in relief and was tagged with the loss. Elliott helped his cause at the plate as he connected for a double and single. Mike McDonald had a double for the Barons. Single base hits were rapped out by Chris Stewart and Darrel Eckert. Dewar had a triple and single for the Tigers, Scott McTavish hit a double, with single base hits being rapped out by Brian McArter and Sebastian. Veteran Blyth player Mike McDonald said it was a great game. “Both teams played well,” he said. “Craig Elliott pitched an excellent game.” Brussels coach Mike Watson said it was good game. “Both teams played well,” he said. “They got a couple of breaks in the game.” He said that the pitching on both teams was good. By Jim Brown Special to The Citizen Sjaarda continues education through HealthKick It is the time of year again for HealthKick Rural Work Placement students to reflect on their experiences working in healthcare centres across Huron County and share with the community their passion for rural healthcare. Since 2005, HealthKick has offered Rural Work Placement positions to local student in collabor- ation with local healthcare agencies. Funding for the student jobs is provided by HealthKick and the employers. This program is one of the youth focused initiatives offered through the HealthKick project. The project is focused on helping rural communities address the need for healthcare professionals. The Rural Work Placement Program provides practical experience and builds opportunities for local post-secondary students, interested in healthcare careers, to gain hands-on experience. The program also provides employers the opportunity to share the benefits of practising in rural settings. The students have the opportunity to apply knowledge from their health related educations and develop skills essential to their specific career goals. The Rural Work Placement students have the ability to explore a variety of healthcare occupations, as they develop into aspiring young health professionals. These students have gained interest in living and working in our local communities after graduation. Austin Sjaarda from Blyth is entering his third year at the University of Western Ontario and working towards his Bachelor of Health Science – Honours Specialization in Health Science with minors in Chemistry and Biology. This summer, Austin obtained a Rural Work Placement as a One Care program assistant, funded by HealthKick and One Care Home and Community Support Services in Goderich. This placement allowed Austin to work with a team of dedicated health professionals and community residents. Austin worked within a therapeutic environment providing structured supervised activities to adults with functional and/or cognitive impairments. His duties included; organizing the ‘theme-of- day’ activities, facilitating mental aerobic activities, leading therapeutic exercise classes and encouraging participation in team- based games. Austin was also responsible for blood pressure and weight monitoring, personal care, therapeutic bathing, observation and reporting. As a One Care program assistant, Austin’s goal is to help clients maintain their physical and cognitive status by engaging each participant in the program. Austin delivered direct client services in a professional and caring manner. Austin’s placement has solidified his goal of working in the healthcare field and pursuing a career as a physician assistant. Austin expressed that, “the Rural Work Placement Program provides students with the experience and connections to build a foundation to reach their goals.” Austin’s truly compassionate nature and genuine interest in the clients’ success is evident in his one-on-one interactions with clients. Austin stated that “the best part of my Rural Work Placement is getting to see the clients socialize, smile and laugh.” The placement gave Austin more insight into rural healthcare and all of its benefits. “The Rural Work Placement has been a great opportunity to not only develop my healthcare related skills, but also to truly make a difference in a person’s life.” Christine MacIntyre enjoyed watching Austin deliver sessions and noted that he had a natural touch at working with the clients. Christine expressed that the Rural Work Placement Program provides committed, highly talented students with healthcare jobs throughout Huron County. She stated that, “The program is a win-win for both the student and the employer. The opportunity for students within Huron County to learn about health programs offered here is invaluable as they complete their schooling.” Helping out Blyth area native and University of Western Ontario student Austin Sjaarda, right, through the HealthKick Rural Work Placement program, gained some valuable experience during the summer as he worked as a program assistant for One Care in Goderich. Sjaarda is in his third year of a Bachelor of Health Science program at school. (Photo submitted) REPRINTS OF PHOTOS taken by Citizen photographers are available to purchase. ALL ARE IN COLOUR 4x6 - $4.00 5x7 - $5.00 8x10 - $8.00 Phone to order ~ 519-523-4792 or 519-887-9114 BECAUSE CANCER IS IN YOUR COMMUNITY, SO ARE WE. Your donation is needed to fund life-saving cancer research and vital support services for people living with cancer. Please give generously when a Canadian Cancer Society volunteer knocks at your door this April. 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